Andrew Orlemann
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Stihl Chain Saw ExperienceI've used a Stihl chain saw for six years. I've not been disappointed. This is my recommendation.
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No Shooting in TownI saw a "No Shooting Within Town Limits" sign the other day. Is this sign really necessary, or might there be reasons for shooting in town? -
Smoking Forest; Burning EyesA friend sent me a picture the other day. It reminded me of a time we spent burning in the pine woods together. Unfortunately, the forest fuels weren't the only things burning by the end of the day, and I needed a good long rest to fix my eyes. -
Trimming the Elm TreeToday, I trimmed a large branch from the American Elm in front of my house. I was able to cut the branch fairly safely, using an old climbing rope to secure myself to the ladder. Unfortunately, my technique was poor and I left the tree with a bad scar. -
Skiing at Brian Head Resort in Southern UtahI went downhill skiing this week at Brian Head Resort. It is a medium sized, family oriented ski area in southern Utah, not far from where I live. I had a very good day at the mountain. -
Chinese Tree of HeavenThe Chinese Tree of Heaven is an alien plant in North America that is quickly becoming an invasive pest. This is the story of my own experience with it. -
Bald EagleLast winter I saw a bald eagle foraging along the freeway. Would it be hit and killed? It soon disappeared and I didn't see it again . . . until today.
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Juniper ConesI was out in the mountains last fall and found a juniper tree loaded with small blue cones, or juniper berries. Knowing that these are used to flavor gin, I thought I might pick a few to use at home.
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Urban ForestryI have both a Siberian elm and an American elm in front of my house. One of these trees is "undesirable," and the other is a rare American treasure, but I love them both. -
The Lost Art of GlazingIt used to be that everyone glazed windows by hand. Not anymore. Modern windows do not require glazing. As a result, materials and expertise are hard to come by. Is window glazing a lost art? Does it matter? -
A Walk in the MountainsA blizzard was predicted, so I grabbed my snowshoes and went for a hike in the mountains. I found wind, snow, lion tracks and steep terrain. But, of course, I also found my way home to warm my feet by the fire. -
Be Prepared for Winter DrivingThree tips to keep you safe on the road this winter.
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Three Ways to Keep Deer from Eating Your GardenHere are three deer deterrent ideas for the home garden. -
Mitchell Canyon, UtahA late season hike in a remote southern Utah canyon. -
Cutting a Christmas Tree in Southern UtahThe three national forests in southern Utah cover approximately five million acres and stretch from St. George to Moab. Each of them offers opportunities for Christmas tree cutting. -
Five Good Gifts for GuysWhat to give the guy in your life, not only during the holidays, but anytime. -
Utah's TetonsHow I found an obscure Utah formation with a grand sounding name. -
The Art of Culling Digital ImagesIs your hard drive full of digital pictures? Here are three tips for maintaining a more manageable portfolio.
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Discovering the Limber PineA hike in the woods leads to an unexpected limber pine tree. -
Old Fashioned FitnessHere are three low tech and low cost ways to keep fit.
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Heating with WoodThis article takes a look at wood burning stoves as an alternative source of energy.