Posts in the Countryside Living category

Posted on May 8, 2013 by cvc in Countryside Living

Septic Inspection Time

Spring is finally here and while you’re sprucing up your lawn this year, take a moment to also consider sprucing up what lies beneath your lawn – your trusty septic…

Posted on April 22, 2013 by cvc in Countryside Living, Plants & Animals, The Farm Gate

Ponds Need Their Greens

Rural landowners with ponds on their properties love their ponds and spend a lot of time grooming them; mowing the grass around the pond’s edge and clearing debris and unsightly…

Posted on March 20, 2013 by cvc in Countryside Living, General

Spring Home Shows and Earth Day Fairs

Spring is nearly here and that means CVC’s Countryside Stewardship team is heading out into the rural watershed to participate in several upcoming Home and Garden Shows. Have you ever…

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Posted on February 28, 2013 by cvc in Countryside Living, General, Invasive Species

Garden Escapees in the Credit River Watershed

Many gardeners have an appreciation and a passion for nature and wildlife. They also know the challenge of keeping weeds under control. Invasive plants are very much like weeds –…

Posted on October 9, 2012 by cvc in Countryside Living, Events, The Farm Gate

Wetlands & Wood Ducks

Wetlands and ponds provide many benefits to people and the environment. They beautify the landscape and provide habitat for plants and animals. Property owners can improve fish and wildlife habitat…

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