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May 2017 Vol. 64, No. 5

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Agribusinesses welcome visitors young and old to experience their slice of life. Also In This Issue Plugged In 6 Side Roads 10 In the Kitchen 16 At Home 18

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An indoor marijuana grow operation in Washington uses new LED lighting. Photo by Scott Peters

Adapting to a

Culture of Cannabis Legalized marijuana brings changes and challenges to the way public power operates By Lori Tobias

New laws legalizing marijuana in a growing number of states are changing the way some electric utilities operate. Some see it as good news, with growing operations requiring consistent loads and generating additional revenue. Others worry about the dangers of unsafe and/or illegal electrical connections, as well as a lack of communication on the operator’s part. But perhaps more unsettling than the changes legalization calls for are the questions it raises and the challenge for utilities to find the answers. In Ruralite country, Alaska, Oregon, Washington, California and Nevada all allow the use of marijuana for recreational purposes. But each state has different permitting processes, and utilities throughout the West face a variety of issues. 4

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Because Riverside County, California, had an ordinance in place before the November 2016 state vote legalized recreational marijuana, only medical marijuana is legal in that county, which is served by Anza Electric Cooperative. The county ordinance supersedes state law. The Southern California co-op has not noticed much difference in the past few months, but has noted a big change in the past few years, says General Manager Kevin Short. “We have seen the impacts of marijuana cultivation long before the November election,” Short says. “It’s kind of happened over the last two to three years. We’re seeing increases in load, increases in power theft, increases in demand. It’s just crazy.” And he doesn’t expect it to change. “It hasn’t slowed anybody down initially, so why would it change now?” Short asks. “I don’t know anyone growing illegally who will just now become good citizens.” One of the biggest problems utilities face is growers setting up operations in residences without notifying the utility of

the change in use. “A lot of these grow operations take up a lot of power,” says Bob Perry, general manager of West Oregon Electric Cooperative in Vernonia, Oregon. “They are hooked up to residential accounts not designed for that. Transformers are burning up, breaker panels are burning up, service entrants are burning up. The system was not designed for that kind of load.” Once the utility sees the unusually high loads, they send a notice to the customer. If any equipment is damaged after the customer gets the notice, they get the bill— and it can be expensive, Perry says. How expensive depends on a number of variables, says Don Rose, engineer and operations manager at West Oregon. “For a ballpark figure, it could be anywhere from $650 to $3,500,” he says. Another worry regarding the residential grow operations is substandard wiring. “We’ll go out and we’ll see hundreds of extension cords,” Short says. “It’s not done to code. It’s done very unsafely. If we determine it is unsafe, we’ll disconnect

them because it’s a very real shock and fire hazard. “It becomes a real challenge to know what to do in those cases. It’s frustrating. What used to be a residential load is now a commercial farming activity.” But for all the illegal and unsafe operations, there are growers who are upfront and honest about their businesses. They get the proper permits, talk honestly with the utilities about their electrical needs and proceed safely. At Kittitas PUD in Kittitas County, Washington, commercial cannabis growers are treated like any other agricultural customer, says General Manager Matt Boast. The farms there tend to be single-phase operations. “We had one service that was overloaded,” Boast says. “They were maximized to the top. We said, ‘We’ll do a line extension to get you what you need’—just as we would for any agricultural company. The export of hay is a major driver in Kittitas. We shouldn’t treat this any different than that industry.” Brian Youngberg, vice president of Alaska’s Golden Valley Electric Association member services, agrees. “Any business requesting service from Golden Valley is treated the same under our tariff, policies and procedures,” Youngberg says. “This would include a cultivation facility or marijuana retail store.” The same is true at Overton Power District No. 5 in Nevada, says General Manager Mendis Cooper. But that does not mean it has been easy. When a grower made it known they were interested in moving to town, there was quite a bit of public outcry—and it cast the utility in an unfavorable light, Cooper says. “They were against legalizing marijuana, and I am, too,” Cooper says. “But our perspective is that we are here to be a power provider. It is not up to us to provide power only to the people we agree with. “The grower has been good to work with. They’ve kept a low profile. We haven’t had any problem. They have been good customers so far.”

The Cost and Effects of Stolen Power Despite the legality of growing marijuana, illegal hookups and power theft in the industry do occur. It is worrisome on numerous levels. “It’s increasing for sure,” says Kevin Short, general manager at Anza Electric in Southern California. “They can generally tap into the secondary side, depending on how the disconnect was done. With a little bit of electrical knowledge, it’s not impossible. “A lot of times we’ll get tips from neighbors. Some of it is easy to see—for example, when we know we disconnected a particular location and drive by and see lights blazing.” The cost to the utility is hard to quantify, Short says. But he estimates about 1 to 2 percent of Anza Electric’s gross purchase is lost annually. That’s in the neighborhood of $80,000 to $100,000 lost to theft. Hank James, deputy director of the Nevada Rural Electric Association, expects

Another positive note is the revenue the operations generate, and with a higher, more consistent load. It is unlike the “bathtub curve,” seen in homes where the power increases as families get ready for the day, drops when they leave, rises again when they return home and falls as they turn into bed. Growth operations have the same needs throughout the day, says Perry, who notes it is not always possible to provide the power the growers need. “If they are in an area where you reach the point where the load was only designed for ‘x,’ and you are approaching ‘x,’ and if you put this system on you will jeopardize the whole area, we might say, ‘Sorry, we don’t have the power to serve that,’ ” he says. “We will limit what we can provide.” There is another issue for utilities. Despite individual states legalizing marijuana, it remains illegal under federal law. That makes for some unusual bill paying. “A lot of growers are coming in and

to see the black market explode. “Everyone wants to get in on the action,” he says. “The illegal hookups are the most dangerous. From our experience, it’s not only dangerous to the people who are doing it, but to the linemen and the neighborhoods around them.” Bob Perry, general manager at West Oregon Electric Cooperative, worries about a different kind of theft—the kind that could result if utilities are prevented from disconnecting power to customers in the winter. That legislation was proposed in Oregon last year. Though defeated, it could come up again. “If you can’t disconnect in the winter, some of these accounts are running $2,000 to $3,000 electric bills,” Perry says. “They harvest in the spring. Just as we are ready to shut the lights, they stick the co-op or PUD with a large electric bill and move on down to the next utility. That is a huge potential problem for us.” n

paying in cash,” says Jessica Nelson, general manager of Golden State Power Cooperative, California’s statewide association. “We don’t have the procedures or security precautions to handle that much cash. We are ramping those up.” For now, utilities are making it a priority to overcome the challenges, open communications and ensure a safe environment for their customers and employees. “This is all pretty new,” says Jeff Beaman, member services director for Oregon’s Central Electric Cooperative. “We are starting on a process to get our arms around it. Right now, we get requests as we do for any customer service, and we fill them. We don’t have a comprehensive handle on how many, how big or where they are. “This is on the table for 2017 to get a better understanding of this customer segment. We have a listing of locations, but some identify themselves and some do not. We have a certain level of awareness, but we have not pulled it all together.” n M AY 2 0 1 7

Plugged In

Using Electricity Safely and Efficiently

Stay Safety-Savvy Around Water May is National Electrical Safety Month, but year-round awareness is necessary to staying safe Compiled by Jennifer Brown

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As summer approaches, temperatures rise and more people head to the water to stay cool, don’t forget: Water and electricity do not mix. Despite being categorized as leisure activities, swimming and boating can quickly become dangerous. While water-safety behaviors such as wearing life jackets and maintaining safe boating speeds are commonplace, a serious hazard is often overlooked. This killer—classified as electric shock drowning— occurs in water when a typically low-level alternating current passes through the body, which causes muscular paralysis and eventually leads to drowning. There is no visible warning to electrified water. As little as 10 milliamps—1/50 the amount used by a 60-watt light bulb—can cause paralysis and drowning. “Although there are reported incidents every

year, there is a lack of awareness about the dangers of electric shock drowning,” says Electrical Safety Foundation International President Brett Brenner. While a lack of awareness about the dangers of electric shock drowning remains, positive strides are being taken to combat the problem. The 2017 National Electrical Code now requires marinas and boatyards to have ground-fault protection to help prevent water electrification. The code also requires marinas and boat docks to post electric shock warning signs where electricity is used near water. Protect yourself and others from the risk of electric shock drowning and common boat electrical hazards with the following tips from ESFI: • Don’t swim near docks. Avoid entering the water when launching or loading a boat. • Always maintain a distance of at least 10 feet between your boat and power lines. Sailboats often have masts of 30 feet or more, which are dangerous when they come into contact with overhead power lines. Look up as you get close to shore.

Electrical Storm Safety Warm weather calls for caution away from the water, too. Lightning and summer storms can send you ducking for cover. Lightning strikes are fatal in 10 percent of victims, and 70 percent suffer serious long-term effects, according to the National Weather Service. Because lightning can travel sideways for up to 10 miles, blue skies are not a sign of safety. If you hear thunder, take cover. XX If weather conditions indicate a storm, stay inside—away from doors and windows—or seek shelter in a low-lying area away from trees and any metal, including sheds, clotheslines, poles and fences. If you are near water, stay as far away as possible. XX If you are in a group, spread out. Don’t stand close together. XX When indoors, unplug electronics before the storm arrives. Don’t use corded phones. XX Avoid plumbing: sinks, bathtubs and faucets. XX Don’t forget about your pets. Doghouses are not safe from lightning. Chained animals are easy targets. XX If your home is flooded during a storm, do not turn on appliances or electronics until given the OK by an electrician. If there is standing water, do not go inside. The water could be energized.

• If you feel a tingle while swimming, the water may be electrified. Get out as soon as possible. Do not contact metal objects, such as ladders. • Have your boat’s electrical system inspected and upgraded by a certified marine electrician who is familiar with National Fire Protection Association codes. • Install ground-fault circuit interrupters on your boat to help prevent electrocutions and electrical shock injuries. These devices interrupt the flow of power when they sense a surge. Portable GFCIs require no tools to install and are reasonably priced. Test them once a month. • Consider having equipment-leakage circuit interrupters installed on boats to protect nearby swimmers from potential electricity leakage into water surrounding your boat. • Only use shore or marine power cords, plugs, receptacles and extension cords that have been tested by Underwriters Laboratories, Canadian Standards Association or Intertek. • Never use cords that are frayed or damaged, or that have had the prongs removed or altered. Damaged cords exposed to water could result in electrical shock or electrocution. • Never stand or swim in water when turning off electrical devices or switches. Electric shock drowning also can occur in

swimming pools, hot tubs and spas. Play it safe with the following guidelines: • Have an electrician inspect and upgrade your pool, spa or hot tub in accordance with applicable local codes and the National Electrical Code. • Use covers on outdoor power outlets, especially near swimming pools. Keep cords and electrical devices away from the water. • Make sure all electrical equipment used for swimming pools—including the cleaning equipment—is grounded. • Electrical devices and cords should be kept at least 10 feet away from water sources. When possible, use battery-operated electrical devices outside. • Never handle electrical devices when you are wet—either from water activities or perspiration. • Make sure there are no power lines over a swimming pool. • Do not swim during a thunderstorm. If you see electric shock drowning taking place: • Turn off the power. • Throw a life ring. • Call 911. • Never enter the water. You could become a victim, too. n For ESFI’s complete collection of water safety resources, go to www.esfi.org. M AY 2 0 1 7

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Side Roads

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The Collecting Bug

From Russia, With Love

Above, former Hollywood producer Deborah Mendelsohn bought and restored the historic Simpson Hotel in the small town of Duncan, Arizona. Above left, the hotel retains the charms of a bygone era and is now a popular bed and breakfast for people traveling through the southeastern part of the state. Photos by Jeff Paries

Community Effort Puts Town and Historic Hotel on the Map By Jennifer Brown

Julee Posyluzny of Rupert, Idaho, started collecting Russian nesting dolls more than 25 years ago. They represent family, particularly motherhood. Julee has accumulated an extensive collection of the handmade, hand-painted dolls during that time. It includes many of the traditional red and yellow nested dolls painted to resemble babushka. “My favorite, most expensive set and the biggest set I have is one my hubby got me one year for Christmas before our daughter was born,” Julee says. 10

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Most weekends, the town of Duncan, Arizona—with its 2.2 square miles and a population of roughly 800—sits quietly near the state’s southeastern border. Spring, however, means it is time for the Javelina Chase Omnium, an annual event for competitive and non-competitive cyclists. The event has grown from 24 participants in 2014 to more than 200 in 2016. Deborah Mendelsohn is one of 11 volunteers on the Javelina Chase steering committee. As the owner of Simpson Hotel—a bed and breakfast on Main Street, off of Highway 70—she is happy to see growing interest in the annual event, which has helped put both the town and the hotel on the map. “The Javelina Chase brings many visitors,” Deborah says. As a result of cycling’s growing popularity in the area, the hotel

recently was added to the route map for adventurecycling.com, a global organization that lists preferred routes for the sport. Getting the hotel building to its current state did not come quickly or easily. In 1978, the building withstood a flood with up to 9 feet of water and substantial damage. The building’s occupant—Duncan Valley Electric Cooperative—was forced to vacate. Following the flood, a series of people bought the building and tried to work on it, without much success. Deborah—a native of Boston—bought the building in January 2006. She spent 12 years in Hollywood as a TV producer and writer before moving to New Mexico, just outside Duncan, in 2005 “It reminded me of a house I grew up in,” she says of the hotel. “I couldn’t resist.” The building was affordable, but took a lot to restore, Deborah says. She

lived in the building through the initial 16-month renovation. “We had no heat or cooling that first year,” she says. “Indoor temps ranged from the low 30s to 104.” The walls were covered with fake paneling and the floors with tattered rugs. The six-room hotel now boasts both original art created by Deborah’s husband, Clayton Jarvis, as well as period and Western pieces found in thrift shops. A pair of javelina “greeters” made of cast concrete flank the front entrance of the hotel. A sculpture garden, which features a statue of the Virgin of Guadalupe, a large pond and native plants and grasses, is open to the public. “Guests come from all over,” Deborah says. “Quite a few come to visit family or tend graves. There are lots on bicycles, from the U.S. and Canada, who are touring.” There is a teardrop trailer on the property where cyclists can stay for free. Even following significant renovation, a mystery remains under the building’s floorboards: a safe most likely original to the hotel. “When we did demolition work to the building, we came across a beautiful floor safe in front of the fireplace,” Deborah says. She called on the co-op as well as locksmiths to try to open the safe, but to no avail. “We finally gave up and built over it,” she says. In a place where most residents work at the local copper mine—or for a business that supports the mine—a team effort is needed to make events such as the Javelina Chase a success. “One thing about this community is how well people work together,” Deborah says. “There is a feeling of linking arms.” n This year’s Javelina Chase is Saturday, May 6, and Sunday, May 7. In addition to the cycling road races, there are fun rides, a timed criterium, a bike rodeo for children, a 5K run/walk for all ages and a Cinco de Mayo celebration.

Above, five veterans in Anderson Island, Washington, were each honored with a Quilt of Valor last November. From left, Bob and Sarah Garmire, Sutton Stephens, David Pollard and Wade Winkler.

Vigilance Returned

Quilts of Valor organization honors veterans’ service By SJ Cammon

Vigilance is devoted attentiveness or watchfulness—the ability to be constantly alert over prolonged periods of time, most commonly attributed to military personnel, law enforcement, first responders and the like, who are dedicated to serve and protect. In Washington state, the women of Anderson Island Quilts of Valor— local members of the national Quilts of Valor Foundation—practice their own brand of vigilance. Their mission is to blanket veterans in handmade quilts and to give them a hug to show appreciation for their service. Barbara Knudson and her daughter, Trina Fischer, spearheaded the Quilts of Valor group on Anderson Island three years ago. Barbara has a lifelong passion for quilting.

“We made seven quilts in seven months,” says Barbara. “We set up a one-day ‘Sew-In’ at the Anderson Island Community Club in June of 2013, and 22 interested island quilters attended.” The event resulted in 156 quilt blocks. They were sent to the national organization, which collected almost 6,000 blocks from all across the country. The Anderson Island group has awarded 129 quilts to veterans so far. Barbara says members donate their time to make the quilts because they believe the men and women who served in the U.S. military deserve thanks. “I am blessed to have the greatest group of ladies to work with in this endeavor,” Barbara says. “They are dedicated to our mission, always helpful and a delight to work with.” n

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Visitors to the Hood River Fruit Loop can pick apples from several orchards, including Draper Girls Country Farm. Photo courtesy of Draper Girls

Opposite page, Mount Hood rises in the background as workers pick pears in the Hood River Valley. Photo by Adam Lapierre

RECONNECTING Agribusinesses welcome visitors young and old to experience their slice of life By Lori Russell

Michele and Dan Spatz have been visiting the Hood River County Fruit Loop since their daughters were old enough to pick pumpkins from a patch. The couple from The Dalles, Oregon, has shopped at area farmers markets and fruit stands, celebrated the pairing of local food and wine at vineyard dinners and even bought yarn at an alpaca farm. They are among a growing number of Americans traveling to rural landscapes and activities as an alternative to the country’s more expected tourist hot spots. According to the U.S. Census of Agriculture, the number of farms providing agritourism—a combination of agriculture and tourism—and related recreational services increased 42 percent from 23,350 to 33,161 between 2007 and 2012. 12

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Organized in 1992, the Hood River County Fruit Loop promotes agricultural diversity to ensure preservation of the area’s rich agricultural heritage. The collection of farms, orchards, vineyards, wineries and other agricultural businesses lines a scenic 35-mile loop. Visitors can pick apples, pears and other fruit; tour farms ranging from berries or lavender to chestnuts or alpacas; sip a glass of locally made wine or cider; and bring home fresh produce and products. Theresa Draper, who runs Draper Girls Country Farm with her three daughters, says she has seen a steady increase in customers at her u-pick orchard and farm stand since the 1990s, with more families with young children visiting in the past five years. Many who come to this stop on the Loop to pick the more than 80 varieties of apples, pears, cherries and other fruit stay to picnic in the garden, enjoy a glass of apple cider from the Drapers’ licensed mill, feed the animals, and soak up the sights and sounds of farm life.

“Agritourism has the potential to help connect people in urban areas to farms and food, and to keep these working landscapes alive.” —Alexa Carey, Travel Oregon

“I love it,” says Theresa, who still maintains the year-round, self-service fruit stand that her parents began in the 1960s. “I have met so many people from all over the world. Last summer, we had a family from Saudi Arabia stay at the home we rent on the farm.” Connecting Urban to Rural Alexa Carey of Travel Oregon says the Hood River Fruit Loop is the best example of agritourism collaboration in the state.

TO THE LAND “It has grown from a small number of fruit farms to a destination,” she says. More than half of Oregon’s tourists participate in some type of culinary experience—whether it is a farm, wine tour or farmers market, says Alexa. “Agritourism has the potential to help connect people in urban areas to farms and food, and to keep these working landscapes alive,” Alexa says. “In urban areas, there is interest in local food, local producers and organic practices. “For kids, there is a real disconnect from where their food comes from. Getting out to a farm for these experiences is fun, it is educational and it really helps kids put things together to see this is where their tomatoes come from.” In regions of the U.S. with deep agricultural roots, agritourism has been around for generations, says Martha Glass, founder of the National Agritourism Professionals Association. “In the late ’50s to early ’60s, that meant picking out a pumpkin at a pumpkin patch or cutting down a Christmas tree

at a u-pick site,” Martha says. “Visitors to a peach or apple orchard took a bucket, picked and went home. During their visit, they hoped to see some machinery or buildings that looked like what they had on a farm where they grew up.” By the early 2000s, nostalgia for the family farm experience became a driving force for many active, healthy grandparents who brought their grandchildren. “That generation remembered going to grandma’s farm for a family reunion,” says Martha. “They wanted to take their children and grandchildren to show them where their food came from and what it was like to live on the farm.” In the aftermath of 9/11, patriotism and nostalgia swelled across the country. “We cared very much about our farms, and we realized that we were in danger of losing that way of life,” Martha says. Expanding the Experience From animals to crops, farmers realized they had something city people wanted to see.

Christmas tree farms expanded to include cut trees and a farm store with ornaments. The farm produce stand on the side of the road became an enclosed store with a front porch and rocking chair. Little country towns that surround these farms saw visitors coming into downtown to eat at local restaurants and buy gas. According to Martha, about 80 percent of agritourism farms in the U.S. today have some type of activity—from hayrides to harvest festivals, u-pick produce to vineyard tours, horses to hens. Farm-to-fork—also called farm-totable—dinners feature meals with fresh, local ingredients, often in the settings where they are grown. Diners can tour a farm and talk with the people who made the products and prepared their meal. Farm weddings are also popular. From rustic to lavish, outdoor or under cover, there are plenty of options for couples looking to get married with their boots on. For those looking to enjoy the rural lifestyle for more than a few hours, farm stays provide creative and unique lodging. M AY 2 0 1 7

Accommodations range from a room in a farmer’s home or converted farm building to a guest house or campsite. Some hosts welcome help with chores or offer classes in cooking, photography or cheese making. Dude ranches offer another option for individuals and families looking to experience the rural lifestyle. At a working dude ranch, daily chores and activities—including cattle and horse drives—are determined by the needs of the livestock. Horseback riding and other outdoor activities are the focus at dude ranches, while larger resort dude ranches offer diverse activities and facilities in addition to riding. For 60 years, the Smith family has welcomed guests to the Cottonwood Ranch in Wells, Nevada, for pack trips and horse and cattle drives. The working horse and cattle ranch draws visitors from around the world who come to hike, fish, mountain bike or just relax and breathe the fresh air. Set in Idaho’s Frank Church Wilderness, The Diamond D Ranch offers an all-inclusive traditional ranch stay with trail rides and multiday pack trips as well as guided fly fishing, hunting, hiking and family activities. At the Triangle T Historic Guest Ranch in Dragoon, Arizona, 60 miles southeast of Tucson, guests can saddle up for an hour or a day on a desert trail. With more than 160 acres ranging from rolling grass-covered hills to rugged terrain, there is something for every level of rider. Afterward, guests can relax in the swimming pool or hot tub before heading to The Rock Saloon and Grill for dinner. Capitalizing on Novelty Alaska welcomes more than 1 million visitors a year. Margaret Adsit created Alaska Farm Tours to give travelers an intimate glimpse of the lives and livelihoods of farmers and ranchers in the Matanuska Valley north of Anchorage. Many of those who work this land are descendants of early homesteaders who came in 1935 as part of President Franklin D. Roosevelt’s New Deal resettlement plan. 14

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Alaska Farm Tours participants view flowers and vegetables at Kenley’s Alaska Vegetables and Flowers. Photo by Margaret Adsit

“People are producing copious amounts of food,” says Margaret. “We have one 6-acre farm that can produce food for about 600 people in the summer.” With a growing season just topping 100 days and sunshine up to 20 hours a day, innovation is the name of the game for those who work the soil with limited resources to produce a variety of coldweather crops, including potatoes, cabbages, lettuce and carrots. Tours begin with an introduction to Alaska plants at the Palmer Grow program and the gardens of the Palmer Art Museum and Historical Center, followed by visits to three agricultural operations. At a local farm, participants have a catered lunch highlighting Alaska products. Alan Finifrock lived in Alaska for two decades before moving to Minnesota. Now he teaches travel classes and leads tours to his former home. Many of those on his trips are from rural communities who caught the travel bug after watching TV reality shows set in Alaska. When he brought a group to Alaska last year, Alan made sure Alaska Farm Tours was on the itinerary. He has a

return visit planned this summer. “Agriculture is so much different in Alaska,” he says. “It is a novelty topic for people from the Lower 48. They enjoy the comparison and contrast with Minnesota.” Sharing the Life Across the U.S., agritourism activities continue to grow and expand to meet the interests and curiosities of visitors, opening the barn door and pasture gate to the ultimate field trip. The Hood River County Fruit Loop continues to be a popular day trip for the Spatzes when entertaining family from out of state—including their now adult daughters. “Much of my family lives in big cities and are removed from the primary aspect of working the land and benefiting from its harvest,” says Michele Spatz. She and her guests appreciate the friendliness of the business owners and staff, and their in-depth knowledge of their products. “They are so proud of what they have accomplished and will share the secrets of their success,” Michele says. n

Exploring Far Afield: Tips for Rural Visits By Lori Russell

Looking for some country fun? Plenty of online resources are available to plan a rural getaway without getting your hands dirty. For an overview, begin with state tourism websites. Search for agritourism attractions by location and activity at travelalaska. com, visitarizona.com, visitcalifornia.com, visitidaho.org, travelnevada.com, traveloregon.com and Washington state’s experiencewa.com, or try one of the suggested trip itineraries. Connect with regional visitor associations within a state to find exceptional food and farm experiences in the area. A quick internet search by location and activity will yield everything from u-pick operations to wedding site venues, corn mazes to pumpkin patches. Most farms and ranches have websites with information about their activities, hours and rates. Check out the local chamber of commerce or social media sites such as Facebook for current blossom, foliage and fruit availability dates in addition to seasonal events or festivals. On small farms, the person who leads a tour may also tend the plants and feed the animals, so call ahead to arrange a visit—especially when traveling with a large group. The U.S. Farm Stay Association provides a list of working farms and ranches with lodging at farmstayus.com. Accommodations and activities vary by location. Some cater to adults, and others welcome families. Go to the farm or ranch’s website or call directly to find out what a typical day and stay is like. Rooms or cabins for rent in a variety of rural locales can be found on vrbo.com (vacation rentals by owner) and airbnb.com. When choosing a dude ranch vacation, the size, location, accommodations and activities matter. A stay at a ranch with 10 guests differs from one with 100 people. Location determines the riding environment—from mountain trails to open pasture to desert. Is a swimming pool, TV or internet access important? Choose accordingly. The Dude Ranchers’ Association (www. duderanch.org) maintains a list of more than 100 all-inclusive working, traditional and resort dude ranches in the U.S., with offerings for riders of all ages and experience. Before packing up and heading out on an adventure, remember that farms and ranches often are in remote locations where access to gas stations and ATMs is limited. Public transportation or ride-sharing services such as Uber or Lyft are rare or nonexistent. Cell service and GPS signals can be erratic. Fill up the gas tank and bring written directions and a map when traveling to a rural location. Function trumps fashion when visiting rural landscapes. Washable clothing and comfortable, close-toed shoes are the dress code for most activities. Safety is an important consideration on a farm or ranch, especially when traveling with young children or someone with a

Above, pumpkin patches, hayrides and fall festivals are popular outings for many families in October. Top, rural settings let visitors slow down and enjoy the simple pleasures. Photos by Lori Russell

physical limitation. Depending on the tour or activity, ask about accessible pathways and instructions about livestock, landscape, equipment, and other hazards on and around the property. Word of mouth is still one of the best ways to find out about agritourism opportunities. When visiting a business, ask about other attractions in the area. Rural business owners work together to promote tourism in their communities. They can recommend new attractions before they are on the map, or lesspublicized places that are worth a visit. Most importantly, slow down and enjoy the sights, sounds and smells of the rural lifestyle. After all, it is why you came. n M AY 2 0 1 7

In theâ€‚ Kitchen

Recipes That Satisfy

Dig in to Creamy Cheesecake Blueberry Key Lime Cheesecake Bars

Nonstick cooking spray 30 vanilla cream-filled cookies 1/4 cup butter, melted 3 8-ounce packages cream cheese, softened 3/4 cup sugar 3/4 cup sour cream 1/3 cup Key lime juice 1 tablespoon Key lime zest 1/4 cup flour 3 eggs Green gel food coloring, optional 21-ounce can blueberry pie filling, divided 8 ounces whipped topping, thawed Key lime slices, optional

Place a baking sheet on the bottom rack of oven. Fill halfway with water. Heat oven to 325 F. Line a 9-by-13-inch pan with foil, and spray with nonstick spray. Using a food processor, pulse cookies until crumbly. Stir together crumbs and butter. Press evenly into the bottom of prepared pan. Beat cream cheese until creamy. Add sugar and sour cream, and beat again until smooth. Add Key lime juice, zest and flour; beat until mixed thoroughly. Add eggs, one at a time, and beat gently after each. Add green food coloring to cheesecake mixture, if desired. Spread cheesecake batter evenly over crust. Add 1 cup of blueberry pie filling over top of cheesecake. Use a butter knife to gently swirl pie filling into cheesecake. Do not let knife go through to crust. Place pan on oven rack above tray of water. Bake 45 to 48 minutes. Remove immediately and place on a wire rack for 1 hour, then refrigerate until completely chilled. Cut into 24 squares and serve with whipped topping, remaining pie filling 16

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Blueberry Key Lime Cheesecake Bars are a great addition to a springtime meal. Photo courtesy of Lucky Leaf

and Key lime wedges. Recipe courtesy of Inside BruCrew Life blog

Cherry Cheesecake Lush Dessert 1 cup vanilla wafer crumbs 1 cup finely chopped pecans 1 cup butter, melted 8 ounces cream cheese, softened 1 cup powdered sugar 16 ounces whipped topping, divided 2 small boxes cheesecake-flavored pudding 3 cups milk 21-ounce can cherry pie filling 1/2 cup finely chopped pecans

Heat oven to 350 F. In a medium mixing bowl, combine vanilla wafer crumbs, pecans and butter. Press into a 9-by-13-inch baking pan; bake 15 minutes. Remove from oven; cool. In a separate mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, powdered sugar and 11/2 cups whipped topping. Mix until smooth; spread evenly over cooled crust. Combine cheesecake pudding mix, milk and 11/2 cups whipped topping; mix until smooth. Spread evenly in pan over cream cheese layer. Top with pie filling, remaining whipped topping and chopped pecans. Recipe courtesy of Lemon Tree Dwelling blog

Comfort Food Recipe Contest Sometimes, the best cure for what ails you is food that provides a little emotional comfort. Whether it is a dish that reminds you of your childhood, a beloved relative or a favorite destination, we want to know your “comfort food” recipe, which could be featured in our Comfort Foods Cookbook.

Cheesecake takes a more decadent turn with the addition of peanut butter and chocolate. Photo courtesy of Kauai Island Utility Cooperative

Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Cups 1 package devil’s food cake mix ¼ cup butter, melted ½ cup semisweet chocolate chips ½ cup peanut butter chips 16 ounces cream cheese, softened 3 eggs ¾ cup sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Heat oven to 350 F. Place liners in a muffin tin. In a large bowl, combine cake mix and melted butter until mixture is crumbly. Divide evenly in muffin cups. In a separate bowl, combine cream cheese, eggs, sugar and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth. Spoon mixture evenly into muffin cups. Sprinkle with chocolate chips and peanut butter chips. Bake for 20 minutes or until set. Remove from oven and cool. Courtesy of Kauai Island Utility Cooperative

Cheesecake Fruit Dip 4 ounces cream cheese 3.25-ounce vanilla pudding cup 1¾ cups whipped topping

2 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar 2 cups assorted fresh fruit pieces

Place cream cheese in a medium microwave-safe bowl; cover. Microwave on high for 30 seconds to soften. Add pudding; whisk until smooth. Add whipped topping and sugar; whisk together until blended. Serve dip with fruit. Dip can be kept covered in the refrigerator for up to four days. Courtesy of Ready Set Eat

Bananas Foster Cheese Pie 9-inch graham cracker crust

Banana layer: 2 tablespoons butter 2½ cups sliced bananas (1/4-inch thick) ¼ cup sugar 1½ tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice

Cream cheese layer: 2 8-ounce packages cream cheese, room temperature 6 eggs, room temperature 1 cup sugar 11/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1½ teaspoons vanilla 1/3 cup all-purpose flour

To enter, email your name, address, the name of your electric utility and up to two original recipes to recipecontest@ruralite. org with “Recipe Contest” in the subject line, or mail typed recipes to Recipe Contest, 5605 NE Elam Young Pkwy., Hillsboro, OR 97124. The deadline is Monday, May 15, 2017. Photos of the dish are welcome. Submitted photos will not be returned. Seven grand-prize winners will receive $100 and a copy of the finished cookbook. Winners will be announced Fall 2017.

Heat oven to 350 F. Banana layer: Heat butter in large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add bananas. Cook, stirring gently, until soft, about 2 minutes. Do not mash. Add sugar, lemon juice and pie spice. Cook, stirring gently, until mixture thickens, 1 to 11/2 minutes. Spread evenly in bottom of crumb crust. Cream cheese layer: Combine cream cheese, eggs, sugar, lemon juice and vanilla in mixer bowl. Beat on high speed until well blended. Reduce speed to low. Beat in flour just until blended and no streaks of flour remain. Pour over banana mixture. Carefully place pie on rack in center of oven. Bake until knife inserted midway between center and edge of pie comes out clean, about 40 to 45 minutes. Cool completely on a wire rack. Refrigerate, loosely covered, until firm, several hours or overnight. Optional: Garnish with sliced bananas and caramel drizzle. Courtesy of IncredibleEgg.org

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At Home

Books, Hobbies, Crafts and More

Books I am looking for the book titled “The 1858 Yakama War ... Fort Simcoe’s Story of the 9th U.S. Army Infantry and Their Western Prong Attack Campaign” by Steve Charles Plucker 2016. Thank you so much. Jeannie Deshazo 9020 Lyons Ferry Road Prescott, WA 99348 jeanniedeshazo@wildblue.net

Crafts I am looking for 1 to 2 skeins of yarn to finish a project. It is 100-percent pure virgin wool Brunswick Germantown Knitting Worsted. 447 Lt. Loden, lot number is not important. I will gladly pay for yarn and postage. Leona Murray 1751 McBee Road Philomath, OR 97370 LeonaM226@gmail.com

My friends and I are making chest protection pillows, underarm pads and drain aprons for women who have to have mastectomies. These pillows require lots of the polyester fiberfill to provide the protection that is needed. I received a set of these from two ladies that I went to school with more than 50 years ago and they have been invaluable. If you

have any leftover fiberfill or would like to donate fill for this project, it will be used to provide these free to ladies with breast cancer. I am also including a long shoestring in each bundle to use to pin the drains to when showering. Jackie Templeton 18167 N.E. Hamilton Butte Drive Prineville, OR 97754 onlythe2ofus1967@gmail.com

Searching for fellow rug braiders to share resources and experiences. K.L. Swearingen 2204 S.W. Metolius Court Redmond, OR 97756 diamondk1947@gmail.com

Wanting back issues of Art Doll magazine. I will pay and postage. Thank you. Dawn Forbes P.O. Box 1574 Bandon, OR 97411

I knit NICU preemie baby hats. I would like to receive any quantity of yarns in baby colors. I will refund postage if requested. Inez Moore 333 N. Grove Lane Sutherlin, OR 97479

We have decided to make Indian bed dolls. They use #3046 Indian half dolls. We have been unable to find these dolls. We would be happy to buy any you find. Darlene Noland 13577 S.E. Southwood Drive Prineville, OR 97754

Anyone looking for corks for craft projects? I have a basket of corks looking for a new home. No plastic ones. I am willing to send them to anyone interested. Cheryl Flavin 25919 Highway 36 Cheshire, OR 97419 twincher@gmail.com

Music Seeking sheet music to old Christmas song that starts “It is Christmas and each child wants a gift; and we tell them they will get one only if they are good girls and boys ...” I will reimburse reasonable cost and postage for the printed music with lyrics. Thank you. Karen Hansen P.O. Box 7830 Brookings, OR 97415

Odds The Southern Oregon Kite Festival (July 14-16) is in need of Harry Lauder’s Walking Stick branches or similar curly-type branches for our 25th anniversary auction banquet centerpieces, which will hold small kites. There was this kind of tree in Harbor, Oregon, but it was cut down after its owner died. If you live in the Brookings area, have this tree and are

Submitting Requests to At Home is Free Please send your request to At Home, 5605 NE Elam Young Parkway, Hillsboro, OR 97124, or email it (no attachments) to athome@ruralite.org. Please fill in the subject line with At Home. Acceptance, scheduling and editing are at the editor’s discretion. Single requests only, please. No duplicates. Submissions are handled on a first-come basis. Phone numbers will not be published. Email addresses will be published if part of the ad, but the request must include a postal address. Request must include name, address and name of the electric utility that provides your magazine.

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willing to share some of its branches, please get in touch with me. Thank you. Marihelen Pitts-Campbell P.O. Box 7314 Brookings, OR 97415 marihelenpc@gmail.com

I would appreciate donations of PreK-K homeschooling materials needed for our first year. Thank you. Johnson P.O. Box 61280 Fairbanks, AK 99706

Looking for “The Salmon Life Cycle” game made in 2002 by ODFW, USFWS, WDFW and several other cooperators. I will pay reasonable price and postage. Diane Deal 74122 Riverview Lane Irrigon, OR 97844 dideal@msn.com

I am in need of an Apple IIGS monitor (RGB). If you have a monitor laying around the house, no need or interest, please contact me. I have files I need to access, but cannot.

Gary Buechner 1304 E. 43rd Ave. Spokane, WA 99203 gary.buechner@sfcc.spokane.edu

Recipes I am looking for a cookie recipe that was printed in the back of a Scholastic Christmas storybook about a gold star on the top of the tree. The cookie contains saffron to give it a gold color and is in the shape of a star. It is sprinkled with sugar in the raw before baking. Thank you in advance. Connie Johnson 1646 Algoma Spur Road Sagle, ID 83860 connieallenjohnson@gmail.com

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Six Tips for a Comfortable Bike Ride May is National Bike Month. What better excuse to enjoy one of the region’s myriad biking hotspots. Follow these tips to stay comfortable and maximize the fun. • The bike frame should fit your frame. On a properly sized bicycle, you should be able to straddle it and stand flat footed, with daylight between you and the bike. Generally, there should be about 2 inches of clearance. • Match your tires to the surface you ride most. For roads and paved trails, the best options are slick or semislick tires; they cause less friction and provide a steady, more comfortable ride on smooth surfaces. Knobby tires are best for dirt, gravel and off-trail riding. • Find a seat for every backside. Just because a bike comes with a particular seat does not mean you are stuck with it forever. A new seat is easy to install. Find one that fits your contours and provides the level of comfort you desire.

Shifting a multispeed bicycle is an acquired skill. Some consider it an art. For optimal smoothness and efficiency, take your time when shifting gears. Let each speed take hold before moving to the next. Shifting too fast may lead to the chain jumping gears or disengaging altogether. Also, try to anticipate changes in speed, such as uphills, downhills and changes in road surfaces, and time your shifts accordingly. © Brian A. Jackson

• Add cush to your tush. Wider seats, cushioned pullover seat covers and gel-filled seats are popular comfort options. For example, Cloud 9 cushioned seats are popular with recreational riders. Check out the company’s offerings at www.cloud9seats.com. • Beat the heat. You can work up a sweat on a brisk bike ride. To stay cool, wear a helmet with lots of ventilation. The key is to find one that provides good protection, as well as optimal air flow. • Just add water. Last but not least, always carry a full water bottle. If your bike doesn’t accommodate a water

Many of Curtis Condon’s fondest memories involve outdoor adventures with friends and family, whether fishing with old school buddies, backpacking in the mountains of the Northwest with his sons, or bird watching along the coast with his wife. He feels fortunate having the opportunity to write about the outdoors and other subjects for more than 30 years.

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Capturing a Sense of Awe I saw it at the Western Wall in Jerusalem’s old city, and see it over and again at the foot of the breathtaking, 375-foottall Duomo in Florence, Italy: that awestruck gaze washing over so many stunned and humbled faces. Even when anticipated, such moments are able to capture us so completely our eyes water and our skin tingles. For just a few seconds, we are bathed in the quiet wonder of the moment. It is during these brief moments people actually experience the glory and feel the wonder, before they try to capture what is passing through their eyes. I am confident I wore a similar awestruck expression at first sight of each of my four children. However brief, this is a magical time, before the visitor awakens from their temporary trance and lifts their smartphone camera to make a record of the sight, or before they awaken and feel compelled to kiss in the shadow of the majestic site. There is a phrase used

when shooting film called the “latent image.” It is that hopeful time between the moment the shutter is pressed and negatives or prints are processed. Essentially, latent means the hidden or concealed, but existing. I have always loved that thought, that state. It might be a stunning sunrise or a spectacular sunset that stills us, wrapping around us in a reverent silence. Or it can be coming face to face with a beloved celebrity that temporarily paralyzes us so much we are afraid to breathe, lest our breath pushes away the moment. As a primarily documentary “moment” photographer, these fleeting capsules of authentic, unrehearsed emotion are what I hunger to witness and capture. I have learned during these “trance” times that if I keep my distance and move slowly, the entranced are so focused with what fills their eyes they see neither me nor my camera. While you can never plan for what you will feel when you see a breathtaking sight, you can prepare yourself to

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Director Candidate Petitions Available Four board seats open this year

Anza Electric Cooperative Inc. is governed by seven directors representing the three districts of the cooperative’s service area. Four seats on the Anza Electric Cooperative Board of Directors will be open for election this July. Districts I and II will have one seat available each. District III will have two seats available, with one seat for a three-year term and one seat for a one-year term due to a recently vacated position. AEC’s democratically elected board of directors is responsible for setting policy for the only electric distribution cooperative in Southern California. Directors are committed to policies that result in a safe and reliable electric system, fair rates, financial responsibility and superior member service. Each year, eligible AEC members can seek nomination for director positions up for election through the petition process established by AEC’s bylaws. Each three-year term on the board of directors is held by a cooperative member. The AEC board meets once a month. At times, directors are asked to represent the cooperative at additional meetings. Directors are expected to travel and attend educational seminars leading to board certification. If you are interested in serving on the board, you can pick up a packet containing a petition, candidate declaration of eligibility and resume form at the cooperative office or download it at www.anzaelectric.org. Thirty valid member signatures are required for each

candidate petition. If two names are listed on a membership account (e.g. John and Susan Smith), only one person is eligible to sign the petition. All AEC members in good standing and residing within the cooperative service area may become a director, except for employees of the cooperative and those who are in any way employed or financially interested in a competing enterprise or business selling electrical energy or electric or plumbing appliances to the cooperative. There are two positions available in District III due to recently vacated position. Petitions for District III are for either a one-year or a three-year position. The petition must be marked with either the three-year or one-year term positions. If the one-year term is selected, the elected director’s term will end in 2018. If the director wishes to remain on the board after 2018, he or she must again go through the petition process, and possibly the election process, in 2018. If only one petition is received for this position in 2018, that candidate will be automatically seated for a three-year term. No election would be needed since no other petitions were received. The deadline for returning petitions is Wednesday May 24, 2017. Director positions will be filled when the election results are announced at the annual membership meeting Saturday, July 22. n

Director Responsibilities Mission and Purpose The board regularly evaluates whether decisions and policies help the cooperative successfully further its commitment to serving our communities by providing excellent member services, and safe and reliable energy services at a competitive price. Governance The cooperative’s board of directors approves and may amend business rules and rates, which govern the cooperative’s dealings with members.

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to cooperative members. The board is responsible for evaluating periodic financial statements, reports and information, and considering internal control procedures. Operational Oversight The board discharges its duty to manage the affairs of the cooperative by delegating day-to-day management responsibilities to the general manager. The general manager is hired by and answers to the board. Board members consider and approve AEC business initiatives.

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Marketplace Automotive 1953 Chevy truck restoration project. Bed rusted out, windows intact, no dents. Must be hauled away. Toledo, Oregon. $1,500 firm. Call for pictures. (541) 875-2549. 0817 Fairbanks, Alaska. 1957 Cadillac DeVille, 365 CID, V8, automatic, 4 door. Under 70,000 miles. Clear title, originally from Ohio. $7K, OBO. roganleahy@gmail.com. 0617

Books, Magazines, Videos “Alaska Mountain Man Recipes & Stories,” perfect gift for outdoorsman. Send $20 to Jim “Reddog” Dunlap, 6718 Haystack, Fairbanks, AK 99712, for signed personalized copy. 0617 Edward Gray’s “An Illustrated History of Early Northern Klamath County Oregon,” $38.95. Available on Amazon; www.edwardgraybooks. com. ARS, P.O. Box 830, Gilchrist, OR 97737. johncdriscoll1068@gmail.com. 0617 “Gilchrist, Oregon: The Model Company Town,” the nation’s most successful company town, $27.95. Agincourt Research Services, P.O. Box 830, Gilchrist, OR 97737. (541) 815-1371; www. gilchristcompanytown.com. 0617

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submitted in writing. Include how you wish to be contacted. Email addresses are counted as three words and web addresses as three words if using www, otherwise two words. n Closing deadlines (in our office): July issue—May 31, 2017. n O ne ad per issue, one per member. Subscribers and nonmembers are not eligible. n Download an ad submission form from our website, www.ruralite.org. Click advertising, then the order form link at the top. n If submitting ad by mail, send payment of $35 (per month) with your name, address, telephone number and the name of the electric utility that provides your magazine to: Marketplace, 5605 NE Elam Young Pkwy, Hillsboro, OR 97124. Make check or money order payable to Ruralite. n We accept credit card payments for ads submitted by email. Send to info@ruralite. org. Call (503) 718-3717 to pay by credit card.

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Book restoration. Bibles, cookbooks, cherished family heirlooms. Beautiful work; we give renewed life, more durable than original, to last for generations. (775) 537-7066; salacanstudio@ gmail.com. 0517 “Life & Death of Oregon ‘Cattle King’ Peter French, 1849-1897.” $15.95, includes shpg. New copies. www.edwardgraybooks.com; Amazon; Agincourt Research Services, P.O. Box 830, Gilchrist, OR 97737. 0617

Business Opportunities Convenience store, gas station, deli, laundromat. Store, storage bldg & office bldg on 2.13ac. Valdez, Alaska. Great hunting, fishing. Owner financing avail. (907) 831-0713. 0517 Busy bowling alley, café, updated. Highway frontage, leagues, owner retiring, great fishing, hunting, sports, Clearwater River, turnkey. $400,000. Linda, Empire Realty. (208) 476-7633; lindadavis@orofino-id.com. 1017 Classic auto parts business for sale. Requires assembly & shipping skills. Comes w/inventory, website & injection molds. $550,000. Russ, (775) 764-1843. 0717 Busy tire, parts, auto repair & glass business in Challis, Idaho, near the Salmon River. Way Out West Realty, Sande Hill, (208) 833-2211; wow1@ custertel.net. 0717 Second Street Gallery for sale, Bandon, Oregon. Profitable, established, excellent financials. Inventory for sale in addition. Rushel Reed, Beach Loop Realty, (541) 297-5806. 0617 Established business for sale. 16-unit Delta Junction, Alaska, motel w/large owner house. Turnkey ready. Owners retiring. Email manager@ alaska7motel.com. 0817

Charter/Guides Book your spring through fall salmon fishing trips with Absolute Angling Guide Service featuring Tillamook & Nehalem bays & rivers. Tillamook, Oregon. (971) 832-0085; absoluteanglingproducts.com. 0817

Community Events Larry Maurice Poetry & Dutchoven Cookoff. May 27, Greenhorn Creek Guest Ranch, Quincy, California. Annual customer appreciation day. Family fun, food. Leashed dogs OK. (530) 283-0930.

Equipment/Tools 1953 vintage Allis Chalmers HD5 tractor Hyd. 8’ blade, Carco winch. Runs, everything works. $4,750 OBO. (503) 543-2411. 0517 Delta band saw. Craftsman planer, 6-1/8” width, 4’ length. 5-speed, heavy-duty drill press HP½” ARS. Delta 12” portable thickness planer. Craftsman 10” table saw. Brookings, Oregon. (541) 251-0029. 0517 Downsizing ranch, supplies for sale. Steel, lumber, plywood, pipe, old tractors, trailers, wire, tanks, cable. Drain, Oregon, area. (541) 8493487. 0517

For Rent, Lease Bandon, Oregon, extended-stay vacation rental, July 1-November 1. 3mi from beach, private forest setting, garden, 3bdr, 2ba. On-site manager. Includes utilities, TV. $1,000/mo. (541) 347-5417, awhitebird7@gmail.com. 0517

Free Items Church, government uniting, creating National Sunday Law & Mark of the Beast. Be informed. Need mailing address. TBS, Box 99, Lenoir City, TN 37771. (888) 211-1715; thebiblesaystruth@ yahoo.com. 0817

Help Wanted The City of Spray, Oregon, is looking for a volunteer camp host for Riverfront Park. Inquiries please contact Spray City Hall at (541) 468-2069. 0517

Miscellaneous Cemetery markers, both granite & bronze. Also offering bronze plaques, signage. All at affordable prices. Shipping available. Call Joe Plass for more info, (541) 815-8906; www. highdesertmemorials.com. 0617 We buy burl. Big leaf maple, green, no cracks, within 50mi of Gaston, Oregon. Custom milling/ kiln drying available. Send photos, dimensions to service@nwfiguredwoods.com. (800) 5563106. 0517 Santa Claus returns children’s original letters & artwork to parents & grandparents. A penciled brief, crayoned figures, an endearing treasure. North Pole, Alaska. www.santasmailbag.org. 0617 Trouble paying student loans? Consolidate into Federal Foregiveness Program. $0 income driven payment. Qualify for public service programs. Call today (702) 340-8554. 0617

Pets, Supplies AKC-registered Airedales. Fort Sage Kennels, Patricia Sharp, P.O. Box 246, Doyle, CA 96109; (530) 827-2271. 0318 Australian Labradoodles. Non-shedding. No allergy. Registered ALAA, ALCA. All colors. Mini/ mediums 15-40lbs. Service/therapy candidates. Genetic disease tested. Warranty. 8mi from Veneta, Oregon. www.fernridgelabradoodles. com. 0617

Real Estate Farm and ranch land auction. Bickleton, Washington. 2,000 acres, improvements. Multiple parcels. 5/25/17, Alder Creek Grange. Butch Booker, (509) 397-4434, kincaidrealestate. com. 0517 400sqft cabin & concrete shed on Umpqua River. Lots of new improvements. 360’ of river frontage in the Wells Creek area. (541) 270-1877. 0617 Bonner County, Idaho. 20ac vacant land for sale. Remote off-grid living w/lots of wildlife. Info request, email Trippy518@hotmail.com. 0817

Marketplace Amazing adventure. North Idaho elk country. Usable 110ac adjoining timber company land. Timber, hay, class I stream. 25gpm well, great water. Home, garages/shops. $575K. (208) 2451780. 0617

Wavecatcher: Oceanfront, central Oregon coast. $140/night plus tax/cleaning; seventh free. 2bdr, sleeping loft, double beds. Full kitchen/bath, linens. Pet friendly. (541) 740-9953; wavecatcherbeachrentals.com. 0917

Alaskan dream opportunity. Year-round recreational cabin. Circle Hot Springs, central. Hunting, fishing, mining, ATV, etc. on 5ac. $35,000, firm. (775) 537-6755. 0517

Bend country cabin. Very clean & fully furnished cabin on private ranch. Close to recreation areas. Very nice. $75/night. (541) 382-3050; bendcountrycabins@gmail.com. 0517

Brookings, Oregon. Beautiful ocean view. 3bdr, 3ba, 4000+sqft. 2-story home, furniture included. 48'x52' shop. 1.77ac. $549,000. RMLS 16242290. Contact Richard Wise (541) 661-0899. 0517

Vacation rental in Eagleville, California. Quaint 2bdr home, fishing, hiking in Warner Mtns. 4 wheeling in Hayes Mtns, Nevada. $100/night, 2-night minimum. (530) 279-2121; cnc4949@ gmail.com. 0917

468ac. $150,000. Beautiful, birch-covered agricultural land along the Chena River east of Fairbanks, Alaska. Great for moose hunting. Contact connie.dooley@gmail.com. 0517

Oceanside, Oregon. Vista House Vacation Rental. Everything provided to make your vaction perfect, including the view. Slps 2-16, nonsmoking/pets. Call for rates. (503) 730-7149, vistahouseoceanside.com. 0817

One block to ocean. Tierra Del Mar Beach, Oregon. Buildable lot, rough dimensions 104’ width, 168’ length. Septic approved, legal access, recorded survey. $80,000. (503) 3074159. 0617

Bandon, Oregon. Pacific View vacation rental, 3bdr, 2ba, slps 8. Clean, bright. Big ocean views, frplc, internet. Steps to beach. Pet friendly. (800) 527-5445. 0617

Oakland, Oregon. 9.75ac in pretty valley, water rights, two cozy houses, barn, pond, hot/cold/ shade houses, two offices (retail garden center). $600K. rosewoodgardens.net. 0517

Oceanside, Oregon. Romantic 3bdr retreat for special occasions. Newly remodeled. 5min walk to beach, 2 lg decks facing ocean. (503) 6499463; www.dreamvacationspots.com. 0817

79+ac, 15mi east of Christmas Valley. Paved hwy access. $39,900. Call Mark @ Berkshire Hathaway NW Real Estate. (541) 536-4418. 0617

Cabin in Spray, Oregon, on the John Day River. Fully furnished w/amenities. (702) 371-2082; or visit us at johndayrivercabin.com. 0617

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New small summer cabin on 4+ac in Copper River Valley near Glennallen, Alaska. Electric, septic, water. Fantastic salmon fishing & hunting. $120,000. (907) 450-9812. 0717 Build your solar home on 10ac in sunny Arizona. All legal paperwork completed, ready for your home, RV, storage building. Robert, (509) 5217496. 0517 Two lots, 37ac & 38ac, in the White Mountains of Arizona between Snowflake & Concho. $25,000 each, or both for $45,000. Message phone, (775) 425-8931. 0717 Three Klamath Falls view lots overlooking city park. Market value $63K, assessed value $42K. Estate sale price $21K. Don, (541) 673-7948; donfishon@hotmail.com. 0517 10ac ranchettes in Box Elder County, Utah. Owner financing avail. $500 down, $219/mo. No qualifying. Contact Lindsay, (801) 930-8310; dovecreekfarms@gmail.com. 0617 Alsea River, Waldport, Oregon. 2bdr, 1ba, garage. 800sqft remodeled house on river. Covered boat house. Great fishing & bay crabbing. $135,000 cash. (530) 295-1001. 0717

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Apache Generating Station Overhauls Begin Arizona G&T Cooperatives is committed to being a good environmental neighbor By Geoff Oldfather goldfather@azgt.coop

Above, the first urea tank is in place, and workers hoist the second tank toward the cement pad. Urea tanks provide material to the boilers that help meet lower nitrogen oxide emission limits required by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. 28

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One of two major projects at the Apache Generating Station—both designed to significantly reduce overall emissions—is well underway. The first is the major overhaul of Steam Unit 3 to upgrade emissions control equipment and bring the unit into compliance with requirements of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s regional haze rule. That nine-week overhaul began in March. The second phase is conversion of Steam Unit 2 to pipeline natural gas as the primary fuel, instead of coal. That project begins in September. The unit will be back online by December. Together, the projects will result in overall lower

emissions than the EPA was seeking when it issued its regional haze final rule. The rule was designed to lower emissions using various technologies, but at a cost of more than $200 million. Arizona G&T Cooperatives/Arizona Electric Power Cooperative proposed an alternative plan that lowered overall emissions below what the EPA originally sought, and reduced the cost to $32 million. After an extensive public hearing process, the EPA approved the alternative plan in February 2015. Planning began immediately for the work that is now being done. While the current administration has moved to roll back environmental regulations—notably the Clean Power Plan (see page 29)—Arizona G&T Cooperatives is committed to environmental compliance, and will move to meet any and all requirements in the future. n

AzGT News Release - March 29, 2017

Executive Order Helps, But Still Much to Do Arizona’s not-for-profit, member-owned electric cooperatives applaud the executive order issued March 28 by the White House on the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Clean Power Plan. “The Clean Power Plan was a one-size-fits-all rule that didn’t take into account the challenges we face in rural communities,” said Patrick Ledger, CEO of Arizona Electric Power Cooperative. “This executive order is a first step toward protecting rural Arizona families and businesses from the plan’s potentially devastating impacts, and we look forward to working with the administration to advance our common goals, taking into consideration impacts on electric cooperatives and public power,” Ledger said. The CPP targets carbon emissions from power plants across the country, but because electric cooperatives serve mostly rural areas where fewer ratepayers share the costs of energy production, the cost of implementing the CPP would have a disproportionate economic impact on rural Americans. Because electric cooperatives are nonprofit and consumer-owned, hundreds of millions of dollars in unnecessary costs associated with abandoning current power generation assets and rapidly replacing these assets with compliant power resources would have been

paid not by shareholders or the government, but by rural consumers. “The prior administration’s refusal to take these sort of facts into consideration in developing the CPP cannot be overstated,” said Ledger. “The rule would have resulted in devastating rate increases, exacerbating economic disadvantage in rural communities.” The affects of the CPP would have been felt on top of other costly regulatory measures already being implemented by AEPCO. As a result of the EPA’s regional haze mandate, AEPCO is converting one of its coal-fired steam units at its Apache Generating Station to natural gas—a move that

slightly improves haze-causing emissions, but substantially increases the cost of energy produced from the unit. In October 2015, AEPCO and many other electric cooperatives joined the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association to petition the U.S. Court of Appeals to review and reject the CPP on the grounds it would disproportionally impact rural electric cooperatives. That effort helped lay the groundwork for the stay issued by the Supreme Court in early 2016. Although the executive order largely redirects the policy objectives of the EPA and other federal agencies, it is important to understand that the EPA still has to undertake

a full rule-making procedure to completely undo the finalized CPP regulation, which could take years. “Until then, we will continue working with our member cooperatives—and with all stakeholders, from regulators to elected officials—to achieve a healthy rural economy and a clean environment,” Ledger said. “We appreciate the support from members of Arizona’s congressional delegation, the Arizona State Legislature, Arizona Department of Environmental Quality and the Arizona Corporation Commission. “We are looking forward to continuing to work with all of our elected officials to build on the progress we’ve made so far.” n

About Arizona G&T Cooperatives Arizona Electric Power Cooperative (AEPCO) and Sierra Southwest (Sierra) collectively make up Arizona G&T Cooperatives. AEPCO owns and operates the 605-megawatt (combined gross) Apache Generating Station, located at Cochise, east of Benson. AEPCO also owns and maintains more than 610 miles of transmission lines and 50 substations to provide wholesale electric power from Apache to six member distribution cooperatives in southern Arizona, western New Mexico, northwestern Arizona and California. Combined, the distribution cooperatives that receive AEPCO’s wholesale power serve more than 150,000 meters representing more than 400,000 individual residential, commercial, agricultural, and industrial member/consumers. The Class A member cooperatives that receive wholesale power from AEPCO include Duncan Valley Electric Cooperative, Duncan; Graham County Electric Cooperative, Pima; Mohave Electric Cooperative, Bullhead City; Sulphur Springs Valley Electric Cooperative, Willcox; Trico Electric Cooperative, Marana; and our California member, Anza Electric Cooperative, Anza, California. These member cooperatives own the AzGT and, by extension, the G&T Cooperatives are owned by their members—the people at the end of the line who use the power. These cooperatives also borrow from the Rural Utilities Service, a federal agency.

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Parting Shot

Readers Share Their Special Photos

Flower Power Bees are not the only thing attracted to flowers. Right, 4-yearold GraceLyn picks daffodils in pearls and her Sunday best on a sunny spring day. Photo submitted by Denise Porter of Tillamook, Oregon

Left, 2-year-old Lila stops to smell the roses. These beauties are at Grandma’s house, where they get a dash of epsom salt for good measure. “Now, if we could just keep the deer out of them,” says her grandmother, Cathie Beard. Photo submitted by Cathie Beard of Philomath, Oregon

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Take the Afternoon Off With summer fast approaching, it is the right time of year to consider how we will handle our electric load during high heat times. Airconditioning load, along with all the rest of the conveniences that this modern marvel of electric energy brings us, creates significant demand on our infrastructure. Our cooperative has a long and distinguished history of safe and affordable delivery of electric energy to our members. Day and night, in all kinds of weather, we have worked tirelessly together to make our electric service as reliable as possible. While nothing is perfect in this world, the United States electric distribution system is an example of engineering excellence. Kevin Short Help us help you. During the late afternoon hours, when our system demand is at its highest, please consider reducing your share of the load. Give your appliances the afternoon off. Put off those household chores that require electric energy until later in the evening, or first thing in the morning. Raise the thermostat setting on your air conditioner a few degrees. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, setting the thermostat to 78 degrees can save you as much as 10 percent on your annual cooling bill, while reducing load on the cooperative system. Meanwhile, we are doing our part. We have recently finalized an agreement to increase our import capacity for energy demand by 26 percent. This means that, when completed, we will be able to handle the additional load that our growing community requires for the foreseeable future. Additionally, we are increasing the efficiency of our distribution system by reducing line losses and upgrading and replacing older equipment. We have tightened control of voltage regulation, and are constantly working to improve our low outage times. Finally, when the summer heat arrives, please think about taking the afternoon off. Put your feet up and enjoy a refreshing cold drink. Your appliances will appreciate the company. n

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