Blogs for Pigeon Lake, Alberta
Congratulations to Marlene Scarbeau of Edmonton Alberta for winning our fabulous "Magic Moments Romance Package". Marlene and her husband drove from Edmonton to The Village for a day trip and that's how she entered our contest. Now Marlene & her husband will enjoy a well deserved romantic stay at the Village Creek Country Inn, pampered by Essentials Spa & Wellness. This Romance Package is valued at $600.00. Thanks Ma... More...
Thursday March 11, 2010 02:14PM - 0 Comment(s)
Often my subject matter for Garden Chat comes from a reader, and this week I had a request for compost information. Since I just finished giving a talk on Organic gardening, I thought this would be perfect timing to share some information on this subject.
Composting is one of the best things you can do for both the environment and your garden.
Soil microorganisms such as nematodes, protozoa, fungi, bacteria are natures perfect system for ... More...
Monday March 08, 2010 11:55AM - 0 Comment(s)
Companion Planting is a topic that seems to generate interest from gardeners wanting to learn how to garden more effectively.
Though there are many suggestions, here are just a few guidelines to keep in mind when planning your garden this year.
One of my personal favorites is what the Iroquois Indians called “The Three sisters.” This entails planting corn, squash & pole beans together for the benefit of all 3 plants. Beans ... More...
Tuesday March 02, 2010 10:37PM - 0 Comment(s)
Boat Storage
from Pigeon Lake
Boat Storage: Start Planning Before You Buy
Author: Simply Self Storage
Hobbies and passions can have no end, as long as you have money to finance them. Many do not realize that money plays a major role in determining how far you can go with your personal hobbies; what you call a satisfying pastime can be extremely expensive especially when stretched over long periods of time. Many people get satisfaction from living life on their own terms. There... More...
Monday March 01, 2010 02:30PM - 0 Comment(s)
Hot Tips for Buying the Perfect Boat
Author: Jay Gaulard
Whether you are a newbie to boating or a seasoned navigator, you will find that choosing a boat to buy can be quite a daunting task. There are so many different types and models of boats for you to choose from, and you have to take certain factors into consideration when you are looking for the perfect boat to buy.
On the one hand, you have to know what type of boat best suits your purpos... More...
Monday March 01, 2010 02:28PM - 0 Comment(s)
Easy Traveling With your Golf Clubs
Author: Golf Gift
Golf clubs could be quite an expensive investment. However, aside from its cost, you also want to make sure that when you play, you are using your golf clubs that are in great condition to deliver your best game. This is why if you would be traveling with your golf clubs, it is imperative that they are protected from any damage caused by banging or rough handling. Here are a few tips to remembe... More...
Monday March 01, 2010 02:24PM - 0 Comment(s)
A Golf Club Shopping Guide for Beginners
Author: Golf Gift
You enter a golf store and are overwhelmed with all the irons, woods, putters and wedges that you see along with the golf balls, clothing and other golf accessories. If you are just starting to play golf, the task of selecting the golf clubs that would work for you could be a bit challenging.
First, you would need to know what a set of clubs is made up of. There are four main types of g... More...
Monday March 01, 2010 02:22PM - 0 Comment(s)
Golf Club Custom Fitting
Author: Lind Golf
We all know that Golf is a game that's difficulties can induce high levels of frustrations. So the one piece of advice we have is to make sure you have the right equipment. Don't make it more difficult for yourself by using clubs that just don't feel right.
Every golfer's body and swing are unique to that individual and that's what custom fitting is all about. Custom fitting golf clubs involves a quick s... More...
Monday March 01, 2010 02:20PM - 0 Comment(s)
Can your Golf Ball Improve your Game?
Author: Golf Gift
Being able to choose the right golf ball could be just what you need to turn an awful game to a wonderful one. However, it does not mean that you should just trot out and buy the golf ball that Tiger Woods uses to instantly turn you into a world champion. You would still need to choose the golf ball that would work for you.
The three different types of golf balls are: two-piece balls, thre... More...
Monday March 01, 2010 02:19PM - 0 Comment(s)
Information On Fly Fishing
Author: Jack Safford
The sport of fly fishing has been around for years and years. In medieval times, anglers fished for food, but the sport has evolved over the years to become a real test of skills. Anyone who has become involved in the sport of fly fishing knows how addictive in can be - but in a very good way!
Fly fishing is markedly different from regular fishing. With plain fishing, you use lures and often live... More...
Monday March 01, 2010 02:17PM - 0 Comment(s)