Wednesday, March 25, 2009
All of us horse owners are torn! Now that the
weather is wonderful, we must decide between working with our horses, or doing the never ending yard work around the place.
Just a few sunny days, and the weeds seem to explode. We must deal with bugs, gophers, deer and rabbits invading the garden,
and more. I recently made a trip down to the TreeMan Nursery in Paso Robles, to see what they had on hand to help out. I’ve
known the owner, Zan Overturf for years, and she was ready to offer some hot new products. A great line-up is available from
Liquid Fence Co. They have two forms of pasture treatments to knock out the gopher and mole problems, plus a new all natural
and effective non-creosote spray
to stop cribbing on the pasture fences. There are also products to repel deer, and other gnawing pests, a great new horse
fly spray, and a 24 hour mosquito and fly repellent for backyards. Liquid Fence Co. products really can free up some of your spare time, check them
out. It
seems Cypress trees are being hard hit by years of drought. Damage caused by borers beetles is forecast to be worse than normal,
so Zan is getting the word out that a little prevention will help keep the bugs away. If your trees start to show signs of
distress, hurry in to the TreeMan to get some of the treatments that they carry for these pests. The time to water and fertilize
trees is now! This is
the largest nursery in SLO County, and it has something for everyone. From statuary and flower pots by the ton (literally!)
to iron yard art, a complete selection of flowering plants and fruit trees, they have it all. As you look around the place,
you’ll see things tucked in every nook and cranny. One of Zan’s best tips
is to take several digital photos of your yard, and print them out. Bring them along and she can help you
plan the next steps needed to improve your landscape.The TreeMan Nursery is located on Ramada Dr., in Paso Robles. Open seven
days a week. Call (805) 227-6225.
Jim Fritsche owns EQ-Wine Covers Co.
in Paso Robles, CA, (805) 610-5566
www.Eq-Winecovers.com
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“Hoof ‘n Holler”
by Jim Fritsche
Another
Great NRA Dinner & Auction was held in Paso Robles recently, and it was a big success! A great debt is owed to the many
people that donated their time and money to make this an evening of fun and fundraising. Some of the great guns donated to
this event come from the area firearms dealers such as Bridge Sportsmen’s Center in Paso Robles. I was in their store
just prior to the dinner, as Art Bridge was getting ready to deliver their donation, an A-Bolt 7mm Remington mag rifle. For
many years this family owned business has been active in supporting the NRA, and its goals. Since 1964, Norm Bridge has been
the guiding force, bringing 50 years of gunsmithing knowledge, and a keen sense of what Central Coast hunters are looking
for. From traditional hunting rifles, to self defense handguns, they are certain to have what you are looking for. The gun
rack runs the length of the store! There is truly something for everybody… As the old store was damaged beyond
repair in the ’07 earthquake, the Bridge family set out to rebuild a new and improved store. They now carry a vast selection
of optics, knives, ammo, outdoor clothing, black powder, along with some of the finest rifles and shotguns. They are the exclusive
Browning Dealer for the North County as well. Hunters and target shooters from far away as the Central Valley make sure to
visit Bridge Sportsmen’s Center when driving through Paso Robles. They are located at 1319 Spring Street, in downtown
Paso Robles, and are open Tuesday thru Saturday, 9am – 5:30 pm. Call (805) 239-GUNS. Stop by and visit with Norm, Frances, Art and Debbie,
they’ll be glad to show you what’s new, and fill you in on their Annual Big Buck Contest coming up later this
year. Worth noting as well, they can sharpen, and repair all makes of knives, and you should see the custom knives on display!
I had a great time seeing how this North County institution has come back better than ever, and you’ll be impressed too. Please stop by
soon!
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