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(MS)- Autumn is tailor-made for getting out of the house to enjoy the great out-doors. With crisp temperatures perfect for strolls or sightseeing and breathtaking scenery awash in bright autumnal hues, autumn landscapes make for the ideal backdrop for weekend plans, including shopping excursions.

Fall is a great season to enjoy festi-vals, farmers markets and craft fairs, as merchants look to liquidate inventory before they prepare for the rush of the upcoming holiday season. Cities, towns, hamlets, and everything in between will host their share of open markets and more with great deals to be had, and fall is an ideal time to visit local shops and stands.

Fresh ProduceFarms big and small are bursting with

produce come the fall. You can find the last vestiges of summer crops mingling with the first fruits of autumn. Grab the last of tomatoes and start thinking ahead to apples, squashes, lettuces, and grapes. You can even get an ear-ly start on pumpkin season - both for cooking and carving.

Stock the car with reusable tote bags and scour the farmers markets for sea-sonal finds. Chances are you also might pick up some extra treats, such as fresh

honey or canned jams.Food FindsAs plants are harvested, many items

are turned into delicious treats. No au-tumn shopping excursion is complete until you smell a fresh-baked apple pie or some apple cider doughnuts. Corn breads and fritters, cranberry snacks and wines from nearby wineries also are easy to find in autumn. These items make welcome additions to your own pantry, or bring a freshly made treat to a friend or family members home when paying a visit.

Also, dont miss the food-related fes-tivals that pop up on community calen-dars in the fall. From garlic to potatoes to pumpkins to cheeses, many seasonal items are on display. You also can sample these foods in interesting applications and make a day of gathering recipes and supplies to enjoy later.

Crafts, Jewelry and DcorInclude a trip to a craft fair, where local

vendors come together to display and sell their wares, on your weekend schedule. Handcrafted items make thoughtful and unique gifts, which can be tucked away for giving later in the year.

Booths at these types of events tend to be diverse. Spend the day strolling town squares or closed-off city centers,

and you may find some hand-fashioned jewelry or home-crafted artisanal soaps. Those eager to enhance their homes dcor may find unique items like painted

signs, knit afghans and much more.Shopping local shops, farms and fairs

is a great way to enjoy the fresh autumn air while supporting local businesses.

Plan a Day to Shop Local Fairs, Shops and Stands

Visit a local market this fall and you will likely go home with plenty of fresh foods and unique items.

(MS)- Fall is a great season to work on your house, as the weather is often at its most agreeable once the summer heat has gone and before winter weather arrives. The following are a handful of fall-friendly home improvement projects for homeown-ers looking to improve their homes.

Home improvement projects can add value to a home and do-it-yourselfers know the sweat-equity that goes into such projects can give homeowners a greater sense of pride in their homes. But no two home improvement projects are the same, and homeowners should know that certain projects are best tackled dur-ing certain times of the year.

Roof repairWhether youre repairing or replacing

the roof, fall is a great time of year to dust off the ladder and get some work done on your roof for a variety of reasons. First and foremost, fall is ideal for roof work because you wont have to be up on the roof with the summer heat bearing down on you. This can make the project move along more quickly, which is especially beneficial if you are paying laborers to

work on the roof. The fewer hours work-ers are fixing your roof, the less you will be paying in labor costs.

In addition, fixing up the roof in the fall ensures those winter storms, be it rain or snow, wont find their way into your home via leaks. A leaky roof in winter is hard to fix, as the roof surface could be treach-erous in the winter and winter winds can make it dangerous to be up on the roof at all. Addressing leaks in the fall can prevent damage to your homes interior, which can mount up if a leaky roof is not addressed until the following spring.

Window workWhen the weather outside gets fright-

ful, poorly insulated windows can allow cold air into the home. That often has a trickle-down effect on finances, forcing you to turn up the thermostat in an at-tempt to offset the cold air pouring into the home. Whether you need your win-dows replaced or simply need to patch up any leaks, a proactive approach to leaky or older windows in the fall can save you from unnecessarily high heating bills come the winter. Addressing leaky win-

dows also makes a home more comfort-able for its inhabitants.

Fall is the ideal time to address a homes windows because the tempera-ture outside tends to be pleasant. This means you likely wont have to make much of an effort to offset the elements, and open windows in the fall wont make your homes interior very hot or cold like they might if you were to tackle the proj-ect during the summer or winter.

Fixing the floorsWood flooring is a hot commodity for

many homeowners. But not all floor-ing can be added to a home at any time of year. Thats because certain types of flooring employ adhesives that need tem-peratures inside the home to be within a certain range, and that range is often within 70o to 80o F, which makes fall a great time to install such floors. Colder temperatures can make it difficult for the flooring to dry and bond, which will prove problematic down the road. Whats more, many people entertain friends and family come late fall and into the holiday season, and it can be difficult to do so if you are

busy installing new flooring.Painting projectsPainting is another home improvement

project that seems tailor-made for fall. A fresh coat of paint or a new color scheme around the house can give a home an en-tirely new look and feel. But paint can be pungent and the aromas may last if its applied at a time of year when it cant dry while the windows are wide open. Paint fumes inside a home can make the home uninhabitable, but painting at a time of year like the fall, when you can keep the windows open during and after the proj-ect, can help air the home out.

But interior painting isnt the only paint-ing project homeowners can tackle in the fall. Many exterior paints are temperature-sensitive and need the temperature out-side to be above 40o F. Paint that freezes wont dry properly, and homeowners might be left with a costly and unsightly mistake on their hands. Fall temperatures tend to be amenable to both interior and exterior painting projects, just be sure to check the weather forecast before mak-ing your first brush stroke.

Home Improvement Projects Perfect for Fall

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(StatePoint Media)by I Love New York Staff

Northern New York (August 31, 2015) - Fall in Northern New York is a festival of colors, offering fun events and plenty of roadways ideal for leaf peeping, whether by motorcycle or on a quick break during a scenic drive touring New Yorks historic attractions.

In the 1000 Islands Region, autumns brilliant foliage is set against the beauty of the St. Lawrence River and Lake Ontario to the north and west, and the foothills of the Adirondacks to the east, offering motorcy-cle routes with spectacular views in every direction.

For lake and mountain views, take the 1000 Islands Cape Vincent - Carthage Loop, which travels from Tibbets Point Lighthouse to the banks of the St. Lawrence River. Motorcyclists can experience miles of beautiful fall landscapes, and enjoy ac-cess to top attractions in the 1000 Islands Region, including Three Mile Bay and the Cape Vincent Fisheries Station and Aquar-ium, as well as the Antique Boat Museum in Clayton, Sackets Harbor Battlefield, and Scenic View Park in Alexandria Bay.

Motorcyclists with a passport or en-hanced drivers license can cross the Cana-dian Border and check out the Gananoque Harvest Festival, now through September

20. The festival is a celebration of local food and drink, offering cooking classes, sam-ples of locally produced delicacies, and an extensive art fair.

For a little devilish delight to get in the Halloween spirit, take the Central 1000 Is-lands Loop to Watertown and prepare to get spooked at the 1000 Islands Thompson Park Vortex in Watertown. The park was de-signed by Frederick Law Olmsted, of Cen-tral Park in New York City fame, and is said to contain a time vortex that will transport visitors from one section of the park to an-other. It also boasts a high meadow with a lovely view of the city below, ideal for an au-tumn picnic.

Visit Fort Henry in Kingston, ON during Fort Fright, going on October 1 through No-vember 1, and experience the forts creative take on a haunted house.

In the Adirondack Region, autumn offers tunnels of golden leaves to ride through, s-curves wrapping around mountainsides and smooth roads leading to scenic valleys.

For motorcycles who want to explore some of the Adirondack Regions famed wilderness areas, wineries and top attrac-tions, the Northeast Adirondacks Loop provides all three. Begin at Ausable Chasm in Keeseville and, after walking around the chasm and checking out the gift shop, take a quick detour to one of seven wineries

and cideries located along the Adirondack Coast Wine Trail - dont forget to grab a bot-tle to take home.

In Plattsburgh, Greater Adirondack Ghost Tour Company provides lantern-lit tours of haunted locations on the shores of Lake Champlain. Highlights along this route include the Olympic Village of Lake Placid, the artsy downtown of Saranac Lake and the wilds of the High Peaks and McKenzie Mountain Wilderness Areas. Stop at restau-rants and farmers markets along the way offering pumpkins, apples and an array of harvest-time goodies.

Dont miss the Flaming Leaves Festival October 10-11 in Lake Placid, featuring live blues music, an array of barbecue options prepared by local chefs, lawn games, a

horseshoe tournament, craft vendors, sce-nic chairlift rides and a ski jumping competi-tion that will thrill all who watch.

For additional fall foliage trips and events, visit http://www.gotourny.com/ to find a motorcycle route, download tank maps and learn how to win prizes simply by taking photos and sharing them on social media with the hashtag #GoTourNY.

About GoTourNY.comwww.GoTourNY.com is supported by

a grant awarded to the Adirondack Re-gional Tourism Council and 1000 Islands Region by New York States Empire State Development and the I Love NY Division of Tourism under Governor Andrew Cuomos Regional Economic Development Council Initiative.

Best Rides for Leaf Peeping in the 1000 Islands & Adirondacks

(MS)- While the foliage is impressive enough on its own, the science behind this awesome display of color is something to behold as well.

During the spring and summer, leaves produce most of the food necessary for the trees growth. Cells inside of the leaves contain chlorophyll, which absorbs sun-light, turning it into sugars and starch that the tree uses for food. In addition to green chlorophyll, other pigments specific to the types of trees are present. These pigments are generally masked by the large amount of chlorophyll present during warm weath-er.

When autumn arrives, changes in the

duration of sunlight result in the gradual decrease of chlorophyll and the break-down of residual chlorophyll in the leaves as the trees prepare to stop food produc-tion for the cold hibernation. Other chemical changes take place as the leaves prepare for winter, and these mix with chlorophyll residue to produce various shades of col-ors. Weather, light and water supply will in-fluence the shades of colors as well. Rainy weather makes them more vivid.

While the colors are appearing, a spe-cial layer of cells develops, and this layer gradually severs the tissues of the leaf from the branches before the leaves fall to the ground.

The Science Behind Fall Foliage

(MS)- Come autumn, thousands of mo-torists take to the highways and backroads to experience the ever-changing land-scape, The vivid color on display in forests and parks is simply too much to resist. With cameras in hand and provisions at the ready, motorists can make the most of their next fall foliage road trip.

Know when to go. Learn the best times of the year to see the peak leaf colors. Though natures beauty is often on display regardless of geography, some locales tend to boast more beauteous backdrops and picturesque landscapes than oth-ers. The key is to visit during peak viewing times; pay attention to local weather and foliage reports. Bring along maps or a GPS system so that you can travel to multiple ar-eas.

Aim for a weekday. Many people plan fall foliage road trips on the weekend. These leafers or peepers, as theyre some-times referred to, flood normally empty ru-ral areas and can easily cause traffic jams. Schedule your own trip for a weekday so you can avoid most of the crowds and en-joy a more serene environment. Autumn leaves can be enjoyed from a car, but they are equally enjoyable when experienced on a hiking trip. Pack a bagged lunch and picnic in a quiet spot, and youre bound to spot squirrels and other wildlife gathering

up food reserves in preparation for the win-ter weather.

Book accommodations early. If you plan to stay overnight, book your trip as early as possible and dont be surprised if costs are high. Autumn is not only a peak time for leaf color changes, but also its a prime time for vacationers interested in comfortable temperatures and amazing scenery, so au-tumn lodging rates may be equal to or ex-ceed the rates charged during the height of summer vacation season. Verify room rates and openings well in advance if you have your heart set on staying in prime leaf color country.

Employ a few tricks of the photography trade. Fall foliage may be at its most vibrant at sunrise and sunset when the sun is low in the sky and will not cast much glare. Slightly overcast days also may help leaves colors pop, but too much cloud cover may cause a lack of vibrancy in leaf color.

Safety Precautions - Watch the weather as Autumn weather can be unpredictable. Wet leaves on roadway surfaces can be hazardous making roads quite slippery, even as slippery as if snow is falling. Accu-mulated leaves can obscure curbs, street markings, and fill potholes. Drivers should slow down when roads are covered with wet leaves and take turns and off-ramps more carefully.

Plan A Fall Foliage Road Trip

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Raymond E. Rainbolt, Fish & Wildlife Mgmt., Environmental Div., Public Works, Fort Drum

Fort Drum provides one of the largest tracts of land in the northeast region avail-able to Soldiers, their families, military retir-ees, DoD civilians and the general public for recreational use with approximately 70,000 acres available for hunting, fishing, trap-ping, bird watching, primitive camping, hik-ing, and berry-picking. Check Fort Drums Fish & Wildlife Management web site (www.FortDrum.isportsman.net) for a complete list of recreational activities allowed on Fort Drum.

Hunting and other recreational uses of Fort Drum are in accordance with New York State regulations and Fort Drum Regula-tion 420-3 Hunting, Fishing, Trapping and Camping. New York State licenses are re-quired for anyone hunting, fishing, and/or trapping on Fort Drum per state regulations. Fort Drum is NYSDEC Wildlife Management Unit 6H and big game hunting seasons on Fort Drum coincide with the Northern Zone seasons in New York State.

To control access and safely provide for the multiple uses of Fort Drum training lands, a Fort Drum Recreational Access Pass is required for anyone planning on recreating on the installation. Recreational Access Passes are valid from January 1 to December 31. There is no fee for Fort Drum

Recreational Access Passes. Access passes are available only on-line

at Fort Drums Fish & Wildlife Management web site (www.FortDrum.isportsman.net). Information that will be required for each person includes name, date of birth, con-tact information, vehicle information, emer-gency contact information, and a survey of the previous years activities on Fort Drum. Each person will be assigned a 5-digit pass number which will be permanent as long as a Fort Drum Recreational Access Pass is re-newed each year.

Recreationists will be able to obtain ac-cess passes from home, library, or other computer terminal with internet access and a printer. Once the information has been in-put into the system, the recreational access pass can be simply printed on a printer. Cut out the access pass on the dotted lines and it can be laminated and placed inside the windshield.

All recreationists on the installation are responsible for knowing the Fort Drum reg-ulations. Regulations can be downloaded from the web site, but Recreational Use Maps will have to be picked up in person at the Natural Resources Permit Office (S-2509). A kiosk outside the Natural Re-sources Permit Office is open 24/7 which has recreation maps, brochures, and other information about recreating on Fort Drum.

The Natural Resources Permit Office is off of Rte. 26 between Great Bend and Wheel-er-Sack Army Airfield.

Special regulations unique to Fort Drum are requirements to wear blaze or-ange clothing during any hunting season (with some exceptions); transport fire-arms in a vehicle unloaded and cased, or unloaded and in the closed trunk of a motor vehicle; and the registration of any firearm brought on Fort Drum with the Di-rectorate of Emergency Services. Bows and crossbows do not need to be regis-tered. Firearms can be registered at any time (24 hours a day, 7 days a week) at the Military Police Station on Fort Drum. The actual weapons should not be pre-sented; only the forms. Or, the forms can be e-mailed to the Military Police Station. For more information and download reg-istration forms, see the web site (www.FortDrum.isportsman.net).

Before entering the training areas each day, all recreationists must first check in with Range Branch by calling the Sports-mans Hotline at (315) 772-7153. The Sportsmans Hotline is updated at approxi-mately 6:00 p.m., listing training areas that are open the following day. Upon leaving their access pass number, recreationists may access any training area that is open for recreation that day.

Fort Drum offers special hunting op-portunities for persons possessing a New York State Non-Ambulatory Hunter Per-mit; persons with severe permanent dis-abilities eligible for a New York State Park-ing Permit or license plate; and/or persons with a life-threatening illness participating through a non-profit organization. These hunting opportunities are at six designat-ed sites in Training Areas 6C and 5E which are otherwise off-limits for recreational opportunities. Hunting is allowed for any game during its respective season. An-other opportunity new in 2015, is a special waterfowl hunting area with accessible blinds and waterfowl refuge on Matoon Creek Marsh in Training Area 17B. See the web site (www.FortDrum.isportsman.net) for more information on utilizing these ar-eas.

Fort Drum is a U.S. Army installation over 107,000 acres in size located in the north-eastern corner of Jefferson County and the northwestern corner of Lewis County. Fort Drum is approximately 6 miles east of Inter-state 81 and 10 miles northeast of the City of Watertown.

For more information about access, per-mits, recreation opportunities, brochures and other publications, check out the web site at www.FortDrum.isportsman.net.

Outdoor Recreation on Fort Drum

(MS)- Although game animals and hunt-ing gear needs vary across the country, there is one aspect of hunting that is univer-sal: the topic of safety. The combination of powerful weapons and the thrill of the hunt can lead to injury or death if safety precau-tions are not taken or mistakes are made. Before you grab your bow or gun, take a re-fresher course in hunting safety and follow these tips:

* Always treat your weapon as if it was loaded. Never assume that it is completely safe.

* Never point your weapon in anyones direction, even if unloaded. Dont rest a weapon on your foot or up against a tree or fence.

* Know your safe zone-of-fire and stick to it. That is the area or direction in which you can safely fire a shot. It is called down range at a shooting facility. Know where your companions are at all times. Never swing your weapon out of your safe zone-of-fire.

* Keep the safety engaged at all times, until the time you are ready to shoot.

* Clearly identify your target before shooting. Until your target is fully visible in good light, do not even raise the scope of your rifle to see it, use binoculars to clari-fy the target. Know what is in front of and

behind your target. Every year, people are shot because they are mistaken for deer or other animal. It is a good idea to scout out your proposed hunting area to make sure there arent homes or roads close by.

* Know the range of your weapon, how far it will shoot, what loads you have in the chamber, and how accurate you are. Its al-ways a good idea to visit a gun range prior to hunting season to gauge accuracy of your weapon.

* When using a tree stand, use fall re-straints, shoulder harness or safety belt, to prevent falls.

* Never hunt at night or in weather where visibility is compromised.

* Always unload your weapon after use. Dont climb over objects or into tree stands with a loaded weapon.

* Keep your weapon clean and well main-tained. Always dismantle and check weap-ons carefully after each use or any time it is dropped.

* Wear conspicuous-colored clothing like bright fluorescent orange so you will stand out in thick foliage and never be mistaken for an animal.

* Never drink alcohol or use drugs before or during a hunt.

Staying safe equals a successful hunting trip.

Safety Prevents Hunting Accidents

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(BPT)- If you are renovating any area of your home, it may be time to try something new- such as bringing tile into main living areas in addition to your bathrooms and kitchen. New designs, styles and technolo-gies are making tile the most versatile and accessible flooring material.

Tile has always been durable and easy to maintain, says Kevin McDaniel of The Tile Shop, which sells tile and natural stone at more than 100 retail showrooms across the country. Tile has a long life span and classic good looks, making it a favorite flooring of choice wherever homeowners need a floor material thats both practical and beautiful. Even more design options are available now, making tile a smart floor surface in virtually any room of the home.

Homeowners, builders, designers and product developers are thinking outside the box when incorporating tile into renovations and new builds. From bringing tile flooring up the wall, to using the same tile floor-ing across multiple rooms, to using water jet technology, theyre working with tile in non-traditional ways. Here are some top tile trends to consider for your design project:

1. The look of real wood with a rustic fin-ish. Many of the larger-format faux wood tiles mimic the look of real hardwood floors. Less expensive and more durable than re-al wood, these tile floors are practical yet beautiful choices for active households

with children and pets. Details evoke the character of real wood, right down to the nails. Rustic faux wood is making a huge splash because of its warm, earthy color-ing and unusual time-worn finishes such as aged paint, a finish hard to achieve with real wood. I foresee it continuing to be a very popular design trend, McDaniel says.

2. Those longer tile planks. While stan-dard square tile sizes will always have their place in home dcor, rectangular tiles - oth-

erwise known as planks - are gaining popu-larity. New 12-by-24-inch tiles are a hot choice in bathrooms and 6-by-36-inch tiles or 8-inch by 8-feet planks (often in wood-grained looks) are a favorite for living areas.

Using longer planks can help smaller spaces look larger, and create an appeal-ing consistency across multiple rooms, says McDaniel. While consumers may be familiar with traditional tile shapes such as square or hexagon, these longer tiles offer

exciting new design flexibility.3. That poured concrete look. While con-

crete is a trendy design material right now, its not practical for every household or ap-plication. New tile styles create the look of poured or stained concrete at a fraction of the cost, and with all the durability, versatili-ty and ease associated with tile. Tile options range from long rectangular 8-by-18-inch or 12-by-24-inch planks to 18-by-18-inch squares. Tiles are rectified-the edge is cut completely straight-and grout joints are very narrow to further create the look of seamless concrete.

4. The warmth of heated floors. While heated floors were once a luxury option for homeowners, theyre becoming increas-ingly mainstream. Tile lends itself to radi-ant heat beneath the floor. The Tile Shop carries a full line of accessories, including thermostats, which can control the heat in any floor in your home. This includes both the shower floor and shower benches.

5. Unconventional grout and tile design ideas. Using a high-contrast grout color can make the floor pop, and its a tactic that works well with mosaic designs. Choosing the right grout color is just as important as the tile you select. Also popular is the con-cept of mosaic designs that mimic an area rug within a larger section of tile flooring and create the look of custom art within the floor.

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(StatePoint)- Those who love to camp, hike and fish are always in need of equipment. For Fall adventures, consider:

Walkie TalkiesWhen youre out in the great outdoors, you

may not have mobile phone reception. But if youre straying from the camp site, keeping in touch becomes even more important.

Two way radios may be an old technology, but they can keep campers connected to one another even when new technology cant.

GeneratorKeep powered up during camping trips, RV

adventures and tailgating parties with an inverter generator. Inverter technology makes it quieter than traditional camping generators, perfect for the peace and tranquility of natural surroundings. For quieter power thats safe enough for sensi-tive electronics, powerful enough for most RV air conditioners, and portable, check out the P3000

PowerSmart Series Inverter Generator by Briggs & Stratton. Carrying handles and a telescoping handle make it easy to take where the fun is. Plus, the on-board StatStation display will keep you informed about power use, run time and mainte-nance reminders, so there are no surprises on the trip. Also be sure to operate this product only out-side far away from windows, doors and vents to reduce the risk of carbon monoxide gas from ac-cumulating and potentially being drawn towards occupied spaces.

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(MS)- Certain activities are unique to au-tumn, and apple-picking certainly falls into that category. Many families look forward to their annual trips to nearby apple orchards, where they can spend beautiful autumn afternoons picking fresh apples everyone cant wait to take a bite out of.

While fresh apples are a delight on their own, few apple afficionados can resist the temptation to make apple pie. If homemade apple pie is on your agenda this year, con-sider the following recipe for French Apple Pie from Mollie Cox Bryans Mrs. Rowes Little Book of Southern Pies (Ten Speed Press).

French Apple PieMakes one 9-inch pie1 recipe Plain Pie Pastry (see below)Raisin Filling2/3 cup raisins6 tblsps water1/2 tsp lemon juice1/4 cup light corn syrup1 1/2 tsp all-purpose flour1 1/2 tsp sugar2 apples (preferably a tart variety)1/4 cup brown sugar1/2 cup sugar1/4 tsp ground cinnamon1/2 tsp ground nutmeg1 1/2 tsp cornstarchIcing

1 cup confectioners sugar2 tblsp water1 tblep butter, softenedTo make the raisin filling, combine raisins,

water, lemon juice in heavy saucepan over med. heat. Bring to a boil, then lower heat to med.-low and cook, stirring occasionally until raisins are plump, about 15 minutes.

Separately, combine corn syrup, flour, sugar and mix well, add to raisins and con-tinue cooking, stirring occasionally, until thick and syrupy, about 10 minutes. Re-move from heat, cool until mixture is just

warm, about 10 to 15 minutes.Preheat oven to 400 F. Line a 9-inch pie

plate with 1 rolled-out crust.Peel apples, cut into thin wedges, and

put them in a large bowl. Separately, com-bine sugars, cinnamon, nutmeg, corn-starch, then add to apples and gently stir until evenly mixed.

Spread apple mixture in the crust in an even layer, spread the raisin filling evenly over the apples. Brush rim of crust with wa-ter, cover with second rolled-out crust, seal and flute or crimp edges, and cut a steam

vent in the center.Bake for 40 to 50 minutes, until golden

brown. Cool on a wire rack for 1 to 2 hours, until completely cool.

To make the icing, combine the sugar and water and mix well. Add the butter and mix until smooth. Brush over the top of the cooled pie before serving.

Plain Pie PastryMakes two 9-inch pie crusts2 cups all-purpose flour1 tsp salt2/3 cup vegetable shortening5 to 7 tblsp cold milkSift flour and salt into a bowl. Cut in the

shortening with a pastry blender until it is the size of small peas. Sprinkle 1 tblsp of milk over part of the flour mixture. Gently toss with fork and push to the side of the bowl. Sprinkle another tblsp of milk over another dry part, toss with a fork and push to the side of the bowl. Repeat with the re-maining milk until all of the flour mixture is moistened.

Press dough together to form 2 equal balls, then flatten into disks. Roll out the crusts right away, or wrap the dough tightly, smoothing out any little wrinkles or air pock-ets and refrigerate for up to 2 weeks. On a lightly floured surface, roll out each ball to a thickness of 1/8 inch. Use a light touch and handle the dough as little as possible.

Turn Apple-Picking Excursions into Apple Pies

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(BPT)- If youre interested in living a greener lifestyle, perhaps youre already trying to reduce your energy usage as much as possible. Maybe you ride your bike to work, unplug your electronics when theyre not in use, use fans during warm weather and avoid wasting water.

Saving energy can get more difficult, however, when the seasons change and colder weather sets in. Heat is a primary source of energy usage. In fact, research from Tulikivi, the worlds largest manufac-turer of heat-retaining fireplaces, shows that 52 percent of a homes annual energy consumption is allocated to heat.

Now is the time to think about reducing your energy usage during the winter. Here are some ideas that will help you enjoy a warm, cozy home while saving both money and energy.

Heat more efficientlyA crackling fire makes for more than just

a pleasurable experience; it can also be an energy-efficient heating source. Fireplaces from Tulikivi help heat your home long after the fire goes out. Tulikivi fireplaces are built from soapstone, which has better thermal conductivity compared to other materials because of its dense structure and mineral composition.

For homeowners, this means once you start a fire in your fireplace, the soapstone will store heat in its thermal mass, allowing a two-hour burn to radiate heat for up to 24 hours. This lets you enjoy the clean, com-fortable, cost-saving warmth without using additional energy.

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Close the draftsOne of the best ways to improve your

energy efficiency is to reduce your energy waste. Window cracks and door drafts al-low warm air to escape, which means youre leaking both energy and money.

Seal those areas by using caulk to shore up any drafty windows and put plastic wrap over the window surface to keep out the chill. For the door jambs, you can purchase a door stopper to plug the gap or you can use a towel at the base to block the open-ing. Try to close off the bottom of any exte-rior door, particularly the doors you seldom use.

Make sure your other heating options are running efficiently.

When youre not using your fireplace, its good to know your backup heating options are operating efficiently. Have your furnace inspected routinely and make sure you change the filter each month. You should also invest in a smart thermostat. This tech-nology allows you to set the temperature of your home for different times of the day so you can lower it when youre sleeping or away. The calendar option means you can program your homes temperatures ensur-ing you never waste energy.

Although its still nice outside, colder temperatures are on their way. That doesnt mean you have to sacrifice your green life-style when you cheeks turn red. By using the tips above, youll still enjoy the same warmth and comfort without the additional environmental impact. To learn more about Tulikivi, visit Tulikivi.us or find them on Facebook and Twitter.

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(BPT)- Who says you have to give up time on the deck you love just because sum-mer is over? Whether youre just relaxing or tackling home improvement projects, time outdoors is a great way to recharge at the end of a hectic day or tiring week. A few simple do-it-yourself updates can help you enjoy your deck this fall - and throughout the rest of the year.

* Add decorative touches like post caps and privacy lattice.

Just having a deck adds value to your home, but you can easily make yours more appealing and enjoyable by adding some decorative touches. Post caps are an easy-to-install way to dress up an ordinary deck railing. Deck product manufacturers like Deckorators offer extensive post cap op-tions, including wood designs, metal and decorative caps that incorporate stained glass, metal accents and even solar lighting.

Lattice is another way to add interest to your deck, while creating privacy at the same time. Durable plastic lattice from Deckorators allows you to visually shield areas of your deck, or block off the space beneath your deck .

Not sure how the decorative element of your choice will look on your deck? Deck-orators website provides a deck visual-izer to help you understand how your de-sign choices might look on your deck. Visit www.deckorators.com to learn more.

* Light the way to longer hours of enjoy-ment.

As summer winds down, days grow shorter. Adding lighting to your deck can help you enjoy fall evenings outdoors. Low-voltage LED lighting can help illuminate steps, accent your deck railing and create areas of interest - all while using less elec-

tricity to save you money. Deckorators of-fers an LV light system that easily clips onto deck railings, making installation quick and easy for most DIYers.

* Plant the seeds of great seasons to come.

Landscaping adds value and relaxation to a deck area. Wooden planters are a

great way to enhance a decks visual ap-peal. Building a planter is an easy week-end project, and provides you the perfect location to plant some fall veggies as well. Add a removable lid to the planting box and you can turn it into additional seating when then growing season is over. When spring comes, remove the lid and youre ready to plant spring vegetables or flowers.

* Warm up the decor.Fall is a great time to score deals on out-

door decor. Deck furniture, outdoor area rugs and decorative items all go on sale as summer ends. Simple relacements can make your deck feel warmer and more in-viting.

* Heat up your outdoor space.Of course, your outdoor environment will

eventually get chilly as fall settles in. Why not add an outdoor heater to extend your deck time even longer? Home improvement and lawn and garden stores sell a variety of patio heaters in a range of designs to fit every space, taste and need. A single, well-placed heater can provide enough warmth to keep your entire deck comfortable on a chilly fall evening. Need an additional source of warmth to supplement your patio heater? Fire up the grill and fill the fall air with the aroma of grilled treats!

Dont let fall drive you indoors too soon. A few simple updates can allow you to enjoy your deck throughout the autumn months.

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(BPT)- Three percent of the U.S. popu-lation suffers from seasonal affective dis-order (SAD) every winter, according to Psychology Today. But you dont have to be diagnosed with an actual disorder to suffer a bad case of the winter blues - it can happen to anyone. Since climate and environment have a lot to do with causing winter doldrums, you might find engaging in some home improvement projects can make you feel happier and healthier this winter.

Freshening your space can feel good any time of year, but certain projects are perfectly aligned to give you a much-need-ed mood boost when it turns cold or wet weather sets in. Here are four projects that not only can brighten your outlook, they can also be good for your wallet:

* Install skylightsAvoiding SAD is preferable to treatment

and skylights can help you maximize the amount of natural light that enters your home this winter. More natural light is good for you on many levels.

Sunlight stimulates the bodys produc-tion of Vitamin D and increases the levels of serotonin in your brain; lower serotonin levels are thought to be associated with depression, lack of energy, elevated ap-petite and excessive sleepiness. Whats more, if you opt for Energy Star-qualified solar-powered fresh-air skylights, like those made by Velux America, you can also help improve indoor air quality. These skylights open, providing passive ventilation to allow stale indoor air to escape and fresh air to enter, and they close automatically in case of rain.

Skylights can also be good for your finan-cial health. Solar powered skylights, along with solar powered blinds, as well as instal-lation costs, are eligible for a 30 percent federal tax credit. Also, more natural light in your home on a dark winter day can help decrease your need for artificial lighting. And sunshine can help warm the interior of your home and support the work your fur-nace does to keep the house comfortable.

Skylights can be installed in many areas of your home with kitchens and baths being

among the most popular choices for more natural light, fresh air, and privacy. Even ar-eas without direct roof access, like hallways and closets, can benefit from more natural light through tubular Sun Tunnel skylights. Visit www.whyskylights.com to learn more.

* Replace your garage doorIf youre like most people, you probably

dont think much about your garage door or the impact it has on how your home looks and feels. Yet the garage door is a huge surface area that directly affects your homes curb ap-peal and its ability to retain heat in the winter.

A great deal of warm air can escape a

home through an uninsulated garage door. Whats more, when the garage gets cold, it can affect the comfort of rooms around and above it. Have a game room over the ga-rage thats chilly in winter? The garage door could be to blame.

Replacing an old, uninsulated garage door with a new insulated model can im-prove heat retention. And a new garage door is a great way to update your homes facade.

* Replace an old appliance (or as many as you can afford)

If youre already bummed by winter, hav-

ing to live with old, beat-up, inefficient ap-pliances will only add to your frustration. Plus, older appliances generally use more electricity and water than newer models.

Replacing an old refrigerator, dishwash-er, clothes washer or dryer with Energy Star-qualified appliances can help reduce your energy and water consumption - and bills. Its also an improvement that you can feel good about because its the perfect marriage of practicality (you really need ap-pliances that function well) and enjoyment (all those bells and whistles just make the work more fun).

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Enjoy more natural light from above and fresh air in your home during the winter months and year-round. Energy Star-qualified VELUX skylights, blinds, and installation costs are eligible for a 30 percent federal tax credit. Details at www.whyskylights.com.

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Instructions:Combine garlic, chives, salt, pepper and butter in a small bowl.

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(MS)- Fall weather is tailor-made for road trips, and cyclists often embark in droves to see beautiful fall foliage in accommodat-ing weather. Though the majority of drivers respect cyclists right to occupy the same roads as cars and trucks, cyclists still must take steps to ensure their own safety when hitting the road this fall.

Learn local laws. When going on a cy-cling road trip, its important that cyclists learn the local laws of each town they plan to visit. Laws can vary from state to state, so its best that cyclists familiarize themselves with the laws so they know what motorists will be expecting of them in each town they ride through. Some towns may not allow cy-clists to ride side by side, and drivers in such towns might not be accustomed to riders who arent riding single file. Protect yourself,

your fellow riders and drivers by learning and adhering to local laws at all times.

Ride with traffic. Drivers in the United States will expect cyclists to be on the right side, traveling with traffic. In addition, laws typically mandate that cyclists do just that. If you must leave the right side of the road, whether its to make a left turn or pass an-other rider, only do so after confirming its safe. Use appropriate hand signals to alert motorists, and let riders in front of you know you plan to pass on their left as well.

Wear a helmet at all times. Wear a hel-met all the time, regardless of how short a trip might be. A cyclist can suffer severe head injury if they are involved in an acci-dent and are not wearing a helmet. Make sure your helmet fits snugly and provides adequate protection.

Dont wear earphones or earbuds. The popularity of portable music players and smartphones with Internet connectiv-ity had led many cyclists to listen to music while riding. But cyclists should never wear earphones or earbuds while riding, as do-ing so can compromise your hearing and alertness. Some cities, including New York City, allow cyclists to wear a single earbud, but even the New York City Department of Transportation recommends riders avoid such devices as a safety measure.

Avoid sidewalks. Pedestrians have a right to walk on sidewalks, and cyclists over the age of 12 should stick to the roads. Kids riding smaller bikes may be safest riding on sidewalks, but parents should make sure youngsters never reach speeds that could pose a threat to their safety as well as that of

the people walking on the sidewalks. Be patient with motorists. Cyclists head-

ing out on road trips should anticipate some traffic and build that into their riding sched-ules. Cyclists put their own safety at risk when they hurry through busy intersections and traffic jams. When approaching a crowded intersection, never pass a car on the right, as motorists might be on the verge of making a right turn and likely are not expecting to be passed on the right by a car, much less a bi-cycle. Be patient when riding in heavily traf-ficked areas, remembering to keep an eye out for aggressive, impatient drivers looking to get out of traffic as quickly as possible.

Many cyclists love taking fall road trips just as much as drivers, and its important that cyclists emphasize safety when hitting the open road.

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(BPT)- Lets face it. No matter how care-ful you are, an active family can take its toll on the interior of a house - especially on the walls. Depending on the season or day of the week, your family may come home toting cross-country skis, throwing off wet raincoats or banging football gear against the wall.

The average buyer stays in a home for 13 years - long enough for kids, pets, and the rough-and-tumble of everyday life to scuff, scratch and dent even the best of walls. Everything from pool cues hitting walls to dragging luggage up a staircase can do damage without even trying.

Having the right drywall installed is your first line of defense. Whether youre building a new house, remodeling an ex-isting one or constructing an addition, you have drywall options to choose from and theyre not all the same. The key is picking the right drywall to start with and then matching it to the right location. To help your walls stand the test of time, TV host and interior designer Anitra Meca-don, the National Gypsum spokesperson for PURPLE high-performance drywall products, has the following advice about what to keep in mind when youre choos-ing drywall. A minimal investment now in PURPLE drywall will add long-term ben-efits such as unparalleled resistance to moisture, mold, mildew, scratches, dents and the ability to reduce the noise heard between rooms.

Protect against mold and moistureYour washer and dryer introduce water,

moisture and heat into your laundry room, which means mold is a constant threat. Ev-ery room in the house can benefit from us-ing moisture - and mold-resistant drywall.

Guard against scrapes, scratches and scuffs

Even though your playroom probably gets a real workout, you can still keep it looking like it never hosted anything more rambunctious than a book club. Choose a drywall with a tougher face like Hi-Abuse XP to protect your walls from scrapes, scratch-es and scuffs.

Reduce noise between rooms When your kids are running around using

their outdoor voices indoors, sound control is a must. If youve got a growing family, choose a drywall like SoundBreak XP that specifically provides noise resistance in the rooms where you need peace and quiet.

Put tough walls in tough placesA garage is the workhorse of the house.

Its home base for car maintenance, lawn care, sports gear and tool storage. Garage walls can really take a beating from car doors, lacrosse sticks, shovels and rakes. Install Hi-Impact XP drywall specifically en-gineered to be dent- and damage-resistant, so the walls can stand up to whatever life dishes out.

PURPLE high-performance drywall is easy to find at your local home improve-ment store because the color purple stands out in the drywall aisle. Look for more of Anitras tips on askforpurple.com, where she demonstrates how to install and finish walls in a step-by-step video series.

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(MS)- Road trips are an autumn tradition for many. Excursions to see the fall foli-age can be awe-inspiring, but drivers must make sure their vehicles are prepared.

Tire inspections are essential before hitting the open road. The following are a handful of steps drivers can take to en-sure their tires are up to the task of fall road trips.

Take a good look. The eye test can be an effective and quick way to detect tire damage. Uneven wear may be indicative of insufficient tire pressure or an alignment problem. Uneven wear also may indicate the vehicle is experiencing problems with its steering or suspension. But many times uneven wear can be remedied by a simple tire rotation, so visit your mechanic.

Look for stowaways. Uneven wear is not the only thing drivers can detect with their eyes. In the course of your travels, your tire might have picked up nails and screws that are poking into the tire. If you find any free-loaders, take your car to your mechanic for

repair or replacement. Look for cracking or bulging treads or

sidewalls. Worn or weak tires can eventu-ally cause a blowout, which can put you and your fellow road trippers in serious jeopardy. Visit your mechanic for an in-spection.

The penny test can help motorists de-termine if tire treads are worn. To perform the test, insert a penny with Abraham Lin-colns head pointing upward into the tread. If the tread does not reach the top of Lin-colns head, your tires treads are worn.

Right before you pack up the car to hit the open road, check your tires, making sure the pressure in each tire is at the level recommended in your owners manual. In-flating tires to the proper pressure takes just a minute or so, but that time can protect you and your passengers while also saving you money at the filling station.

Properly maintained tires can go a long way toward ensuring the fall road trip sea-son is a success.

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(MS)- Smartphones are a convenient tool that few people can not imagine living with-out. Smartphone-toters can find nearby restaurants or read reviews of eateries while out on the town. Drivers also can benefit from thanks to the following apps.

Waze: Commuters who download Waze to their smartphones may wonder how they ever navigated their daily treks without this useful app, which allows drivers to share real-time traffic and road information. Driv-ers can save time and make their commutes less stressful as Waze users can actively re-port accidents on their routes.

GasBuddy: While fuel prices dipped in late 2014 and stayed low into 2015, todays drivers are still conditioned to find the most affordable gas prices around. Users can share gas prices in their community, which fellow drivers can then peruse to find the most affordable filling stations along their driving routes. Drivers can even enter their city, ZIP code or postal code to find the

cheapest gas in their vicinity. AAA Mobile: AAA members can use the

AAA Mobile app to access AAA services on their smartphones. Such services in-clude trip planning, member discounts and roadside assistance. The app also includes a mobile version of the motor clubs popu-lar TripTik Travel Planner, which makes it easy for smartphone users to find club-ap-proved hotels, restaurants and attractions. Drivers can even create and share trip itin-eraries between their desktop and mobile devices.

Insurance: Nearly every auto insurance provider now offers its own mobile app to policy holders. Such apps may allow drivers to pay their bills, view their insurance identi-fication cards, peruse their policies, arrange for roadside assistance and report claims among other things.

Take advantage of all the many applica-tions available to make your autumn on-the-road days safe and enjoyable.

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(BPT)- Soon, all things pumpkin spice will be here, including the home visitors that bring them. In preparation of the door bell ringing, create a little spice of your own with some seasonal curb appeal. Below are tips and projects for sprucing up your homes view from the curb this season.

Front door, first impressions:Your front door is one of the first things

people notice about your home. Give your door a fresh face with a coat of paint in a bold fall color to draw the eye to this focal point of your home.

Another project is to replace the door entirely. Consider options with decorative glass accents, and stunning sidelights to add more natural light while maintaining a sense of style and privacy. Plus, as temper-atures start to drop, Energy Star -qualified entry doors, like those from Pella, will help maintain your homes energy efficiency. For entry door inspiration check out Pinterest, your resident showroom or your local home improvement store.

Accessorize with new hardware:Replace your front door hardware for a

quick, easy facelift. Choose hardware fin-ishes that compliment light fixtures, mail-box and house numbers for a polished, co-hesive look. Youll be delightfully surprised what a difference new hardware can make in creating an updated look to your home.

Refresh exterior body and trim colors:For a dramatic change, repaint your

homes exterior. Its bold and can make your home stand out from other homes on the block. Not up for the bold change? To make an impact with a smaller change, add new trim colors. When updating trim, choose color schemes that match your homes primary exterior color, or comple-ment it with a fresh twist.

Create points of interest with plants:You dont have to stop enjoying beauti-

ful plants and flowers simply because sum-mer is over. Add pops of color by arranging pots filled with hearty fall flowers like mums, sedum or asters around your front door, or on a porch or deck. Incorporate planters or container gardens of varied sizes, shapes and colors to add visual interest.

Accent with lighting:As summer light fades into shorter,

darker days, add exterior accent lighting to the front of your home. Illuminate a walk-ing path with ground-insert solar lights. Or consider solar spotlights to bring out land-scaping or to shine on your updated front door. Install matching light fixtures outside your front door, garage door or patio door to provide well-lit entrances that are stylish and inviting to neighbors and guests.

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In an effort to create and maintain a sus-tainable and productive waterfowl hunting area and provide an opportunity for physi-cally-challenged hunters, an approximately 75 acre waterfowl hunting area and refuge has been established in Training Area 17B on the peninsula at Matoon Creek Marsh on Fort Drum.

During the October December water-fowl season, hunting in this area is available only to hunters drawn in a lottery system. Hunting will be allowed a half-hour before sunrise to noon on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. There are no restrictions or lottery in September during the Canada Goose Season. There is no lottery during the youth waterfowl weekend, however, hunting is only allowed on Saturday, Sep-tember 19.

The Matoon Marsh Hunting Area is ac-cessed from a parking area located off of Matoon Creek Road and down a universally accessible trail on the peninsula leading into the marsh. The first approximately 400 yards of this area is within the hunting ar-ea; the latter 250 yards north of the penin-sula and including the north end of the open water area is considered refuge. Two universally accessible waterfowl hunting blinds are available, one each on the east side and west side of the peninsula.

One hunter will be selected in a lottery per blind per hunting day, but that hunter can bring three additional guests. The lottery is open to anyone, but there will be three levels of preference for the lottery draw-ing. First preference will be hunters with accessibility needs which include: hunters possessing a New York State Non-Ambu-latory Hunter Permit; hunters with severe permanent disabilities eligible for a New York State Parking Permit of License Plate; or hunters with a life-threatening illness participating through a non-profit organi-

zation. Second preference will be Soldiers currently assigned to a Warrior in Transition Unit or disabled hunters with a 100% Rating Decision in a VA Award Letter. If no hunt-ers apply in the first two preference levels, then the lottery will be conducted with all other applicants. To be considered for the lottery, hunters must contact Fort Drums Fish & Wildlife Management Program (315-772-9636 or [email protected]) to show proof of eligibility and register.

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(MS)- Grillmasters, expand your grilling horizons with this recipe for game birds.

6 game hens, squab or poussins, cut in half1 tsp saltFor the marinade:3 cloves garlic, minced1/4 tsp salt1/4 tsp fresh ground black pepper1/4 cup chopped fresh thyme or rosemary leaves3 tblsp extra virgin olive oilPinch of crushed red pepper flakesHerb sprigs for garnishPat the birds dry and season them gener-

ously with salt.In small bowl, stir together garlic, salt,

pepper, thyme, olive oil and red pepper flakes.

Do not rinse the salt from the birds, but make sure they are very dry, pat with paper towels. The secret to crispness is very dry skin.

Stuff a little of marinade under the skin and rub more on the outside.

Cover, refrigerate and marinate the birds for 30 minutes or overnight. Save any re-maining marinade.

Prepare charcoal fire or preheat gas grill to medium.

When coals are med.-hot, place birds on grill skin-side down. Cook for 15 minutes until brown and crisp.

Turn and continue to cook for another 15 - 20 minutes, brushing with remaining mari-nade.

To check the doneness, make an incision at the point where the thigh meets body of bird. If juices run clear without visible red-ness, remove from grill.

Smaller birds will take less time, about 15 minutes on skin side and 10 minutes once flipped.

Transfer birds to warm platter, scatter with herb sprigs, serve and enjoy with your favorite side dishes.

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(BPT) - While summer is all about sun, beaches and being on the water, autumn brings new types of outdoor fun. Cooler weather and colorful landscapes attract many to enjoy the outdoors during the sea-son. But after the summer sun fades, its im-portant to make sure youre fully prepared to take on the new season.

If youre a fall recreation enthusiast, take some time to create a checklist of the items youll need to take care of before you dash off on your autumn adventures. Whether youre planning a fall camping trip or simply hanging around at home, this season can be a bit unpredictable.

Stay safe, comfortable and productive during the fall with these helpful tips:

Make a plan. Fall is a busy season for ev-eryone, so take a moment to map out your weeks and create a solid plan. Youre much more likely to fit in all your fun fall activi-ties when you plan them according to your to-do list. From yard work to hunting trips, make a rough plan so you know exactly what you have going on each week.

Do your research. If youre going out and about this fall, educate yourself and become familiar with the local area. This will help you be aware of any surprises that might come up including poisonous plants, dangerous animals and bugs. Its always a good idea to take a map and compass along, even if you will mostly be using a smart phone.

Gear up. Before the season begins, take inventory of all your recreational gear. Is

there anything that needs replacing or re-pair? From camping supplies to leaf blow-ers, check all your autumn materials. Con-sider some new equipment to enhance your fall activities, like a Polaris RANGER Utility Vehicle. A utility vehicle not only helps you transport your recreational gear, but will help you tackle tough jobs in your yard.

Watch the weather. Fall weather changes quickly and each day is different from the next. Always check the forecast before you go out. Dont be fooled by warm weather, as it can turn chilly at a moments notice. Layering is your best bet to withstand the unpredictable fall temperatures.

Stock up on firewood. Once autumn hits, dry fire wood can become scarce. Make sure your collection is fully stocked to enjoy fires well into season, especially as the weather starts to cool down. If youre headed out camping, pack your own wood so you dont have to risk skipping out on a warm, toasty fire.

Dress for visibility. Even if youre not a hunter, make yourself visible when youre outside or in an area where hunters fre-quent. Wear colors that stand out like bright fluorescent red, orange and green. Stay away from earth or animal colored outer-wear. Dont forget to protect everyone with you, even your dog.

Follow these tips and youll be on your way to a safe and memorable fall season, free of injury and full of enjoyment. For more fun rec-reational inspiration, visit: polaris.com

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(NewsUSA)- Many hunters are discover-ing that the thrill of the chase is even more thrilling atop an all-terrain vehicle. As such, the assortment of ATV-tailored hunting gear has grown and many outdoors enthusiasts have taken advantage of this to make their hunting trips even more rewarding.

Here are some equipment suggestions from Polaris that can turn your vehicle into the ultimate hunting machine:

* A Winch is an indispensable tool for all of your heavy-duty pulling needs. Choose a winch that can pull at least 1.5 times your ATVs weight. Winches that can pull be-tween 2,500 and 3,000 pounds are ideal choices.

* Brush guards protect the front-end of your ATV in rugged conditions. Brush guards are made of durable steel tubing and safeguard headlights, grills, radiators and undercarriages.

* Gear storage is available in a wide se-lection of camouflage-patterned cargo boxes and bags. They attach to the front and rear racks, the fender and the seat and can protect your gear from harsh weather conditions or when riding over rough ter-rain.

* Game carts can hitch to the rear of the ATV to easily haul big game.

* A gun scabbard will hold your gun safely and securely in place as you travel to and from your hunting destination. Look for one that includes interior padding and is dust-proof and water-resistant.

* Hand guards are essential for protecting your hands from cold, wind, branches and brush. They are available in different colors and mount directly onto the handlebars.

Check your local ATV centers for easily attachable hunting equipment and acces-sories.

Make Your ATV theUltimate Hunting Machine

(StatePoint)- Not all home upgrades require a ton of research. But for more complicated repairs and replacements, being informed can help you make better decisions. For example, replacing your homes HVAC system is one thing you want to get right, as a good decision can benefit both comfort and pocketbook for years to come.

Before talking to a contractor, home-owners should be prepared with ques-tions, says Karl Zellmer, VP of Air Condi-tioning at Emerson Climate Technologies.

According to Zellmer, here are some important factors to consider and ques-tions to discuss with your contractor:

What size or capacity system is right for my home?

What is the expected life span of my current system?

How much should I plan to pay for a new system if mine has to be replaced?

How much will my monthly energy bill be reduced with a new system? Are there ways to reduce it even more?

Will the new system reliably produce the desired air temperature and humidity levels evenly throughout my home?

What maintenance will the new sys-tem require? Will it automatically notify me when it needs servicing or repair?

What are the contractors qualifica-tions? Can they provide referrals?

Is my system environmentally-friend-ly? Are there any government and utility rebates available for buying certain high efficiency equipment?

Am I going to be adequately covered by a warranty and for how long?

Am I purchasing the most up-to-date technology available? Will I be able to re-motely monitor and control my homes climate via the internet or a mobile de-vice?

To view the results from recent home-owner research, and to learn more about what type of system might be best for your home, free resources are available at www.ac-heatingconnect.com.

If you own an older, problem prone system, it might be time to skip the re-pairs and opt for a replacement instead. No matter your priorities, long-term reli-ability, modest operating costs and great year-round performance are key features to seek in your next HVAC system.

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(Family Features)- While burgers and brats are the traditional tailgating fare and have their place on the menu, sometimes you need to mix things up when preparing that game day spread.

For easy, delicious entertaining, add Sabra Hummus to the tailgate menu. Available in more than a dozen appetizing flavors and made with fresh chickpeas and a touch of garlic and tahini, hummus is the perfect smooth and creamy ac-companiment for chips, crackers, veg-gies and even tailgating favorites like chicken wings and burgers.

Start your game day crowd off with a 7-layer hummus dip, the perfect blend of hummus, Greek yogurt, vegetables and cheese, and then serve up a hearty batch of Basil Pesto Hummus Pasta Salad, a main course sure to delight the home fans and bring them back week after week.

For more tasty ideas on how to include hummus in your pre-game lineup, rush on over to sabra.com/recipes.

Individual 7-Layer DipServes 8Total Time: 15 minutes9 oz. Sabra Mediterranean Herb Greek Yogurt10 oz. Sabra Classic Hummus pinch of saltpinch of paprika1 tomato, diced2 roasted red peppers, halved then

dicedfeta cheese, crumbled2 tblsp minced flat leaf parsleyKalamata olives, chopped for garnish

1 bag pita chipsIn individual-serving cups, dollop yo-

gurt evenly over bottom of each cup.Top layer with portion of hummus, fol-

lowed by another dollop of yogurt. Sprin-kle with salt and paprika.

Top each cup with tomatoes, roasted red peppers and feta cheese.

Garnish with parsley and olives. Serve with pita chips.

Basil Pesto Hummus Pasta SaladServes: 4-6 (as a main dish)Total Time: 15 Minutes1 lb. fusilli pasta1cup pitted Kalamata olives, rough chopped1 cup fennel (2 small bulbs), finely chopped1/3 cup sundried tomatoes in olive oil, drained and chopped3/4 cup roasted red pepper1/2 cup chives, minced1 container (10 oz.) of Sabra Basil Pesto Hummus1 cup pasta cooking water, reservedblack pepper, to taste2 tblsp olive oil fennel fronds for garnish Cook pasta according to pkg. direc-

tions. Drain, reserving 1-cup pasta cook-ing water.

Prepare vegetables. In big bowl, toss vegetables with Basil Pesto Hummus. Add pasta and pasta water, stir to com-bine. Sprinkle with black pepper.

Serve at room temperature, drizzle each portion with splash of olive oil and sprinkle fennel fronds overtop.

Source: Sabra

Add Variety to Your Game Day(Family Features)- Whether youre tail-

gating in the parking lot or hosting a ho-megate in the backyard, plan a well-round-ed menu with a wide range of sides. To be sure your sides and apps get the play time they deserve, rely on bold flavors that keep guests coming back for more. These tips from the makers of Tabasco Sauce will help create a flavor-rich spread that makes you the fan favorite.

* Stay ahead of the game. Plan ahead by prepping appetizers and chilling drinks beforehand. This allows plenty of time for the ingredients to blend and develop per-fect crowd-pleasing flavors.

* Change up your lineup. Upgrade tra-ditional tailgate fare with healthier and tastier versions. The following recipe is a delicious take on a tasty tailgate dip that incorporates protein and fresh, seasonal vegetables. Then take it up a notch with some Tabasco Original Red Sauce to make sure its the MVP of the party.

* Make a pass on budget, not flavor. Inexpensive cuts of meat, such as drum-sticks, flank steak and brisket, can make for delicious football fare. Be sure to sea-son well and offer variety of flavor combi-nations to really impress.

* Give veggies some play time. Skip the side salad and throw your favorite veggies, such as corn, zucchini and lettuce, on the grill. The uniquely smoky flavors from the grill can transform everyday basics into applause-worthy apps in minutes.

For more ideas to heat up your menu, visit www.tabasco.com.

Cajun Country CaviarCreated by Jessica Koslow of Sqirl in

Los AngelesFor black-eyed peas:2 cans black-eyed peas, drained1 tsp chives, thinly chopped1/4 cup parsley, finely chopped1/3 cup lime juice1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil1/2 tsp salt1/2 tsp Tabasco Original Red Sauce1/2 cup carrot, thinly shaved2 tblsp radishFor avocado:2 avocados1/2 tsp salt3 limes, juiced1/2 cup cilantroIn large mixing bowl, combine black-

eyed peas, chives, parsley, lime juice, ol-ive oil, salt and Tabasco Sauce. Add ad-ditional salt and lime juice to taste.

Using knife, slice off tops of carrots on bias. Using mandolin, shave thinly from top to bottom; place in ice bath for 5 min-utes. Remove and place on towel to dry for 5 minutes; add to bowl.

Using mandolin, shave radishes thinly; place in ice bath for 5 minutes. Remove and place on towel to dry for 5 minutes; add to bowl.

Slice avocado from tip to tail to open; secure pit, twist and remove. Score each side vertically 3 times and horizontally 4 times. Using a spoon, remove avocado from rind and add to blender. Add salt, lime juice and cilantro; blend until smooth.

On large serving platter or in wide bowl, spread avocado mixture in wide, thick circle. Pile black-eyed peas mixture high in center. Serve with corn chips.

Flavorful Sides for the Win

(MS)- The arrival of autumn signifies many changes, and cuisine is no excep-tion. Some foods just match up with cer-tain seasons. Such is the case with the following recipe from The Culinary Insti-tute of America Book of Soups (Lebhar-Friedman). Though it works year-round, this recipe is ideal for that first brisk au-tum afternoon.

Corn Chowder withChiles and Monterey Jack

Serves 86 ears corn, shucked1 cup heavy cream2 slices bacon, minced1 medium onion, finely diced1 red bell pepper, minced1 celery stalk, finely diced1 garlic clove, minced1 1/2 quarts chicken broth3 yellow or white potatoes,

peeled and diced3 medium tomatoes, peeled, seeded and chopped, juices reserved1 4-oz can green chiles, drained and chopped1 cup grated Monterey Jack cheese1 cup corn tortilla strips, toasted, op-

tionalSalt, freshly ground black pepper, and Tabasco sauce to tasteCut corn kernels from cobs with sharp

knife, capturing as much juice as possi-ble. Reserve 3/4 cup corn kernels. Puree remaining corn, along with heavy cream, in a food processor or blender. Set aside.

Cook bacon in soup pot over med. heat until crisp, about 8 mins. Add onion, pep-per, celery, garlic. Cover, reduce heat to low. Cook, stirring occasionally, until veg-etables are tender, 10 to 12 minutes.

Add broth, potatoes, tomatoes, includ-ing their juices. Bring to a simmer, cook,

covered, until potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes. Skim any fat from surface of soup and discard.

Add pureed corn and cream, reserved corn kernels, chiles, cheese. Warm the soup. Season with salt, pepper, Tabasco. Serve in heated bowls, garnished with tortilla strips.

Smoked Corn and Chile Chowderwith Monterey Jack

Do not try this smoking process unless you have a well-ventilated kitchen. Turn exhaust fan on high and monitor con-stantly.

Substitute 2 fresh poblano chiles for canned green chiles. Core and remove seeds from poblanos and red bell pepper. Cut into large flat pieces, approximately 4-inches square.

To smoke corn and peppers, place fine wood chips in a disposable aluminum

roasting pan fitted with a wire rack (if your rack does not have feet, use balls of alu-minum foil to raise the rack a few inches above wood chips). Use only wood chips that are specifically meant for smoking food. Have ready a fitted cover or alumi-num foil large enough to cover pan. Heat roasting pan over high heat until wood chips begin to smolder and smoke.

Place corn and pepper sections on wire rack over smoking chips. If chips are smoldering and creating sufficient smoke, remove pan from heat. Other-wise, reduce heat to low. The idea is to keep chips smoldering, but to keep them from catching fire. Cover tightly with lid or aluminum foil, allow vegetables to smoke for about 15 to 20 minutes. Remove foil, allow vegetables to cool. Dice red pepper and poblano chile.

Proceed with the master recipe, adding the poblanos along with the red pepper.

Chowder Ideal for Autumn Afternoons

Visit a local market this fall and you will likely go home with plenty of fresh foods and unique items.

busy installing new flooring.Painting projectsPainting is another home improvement

project that seems tailor-made for fall. A fresh coat of paint or a new color scheme around the house can give a home an en-tirely new look and feel. But paint can be pungent and the aromas may last if its applied at a time of year when it cant dry while the windows are wide open. Paint fumes inside a home can make the home uninhabitable, but painting at a time of year like the fall, when you can keep the windows open during and after the proj-ect, can help air the home out.

But interior painting isnt the only paint-ing project homeowners can tackle in the fall. Many exterior paints are temperature-sensitive and need the temperature out-side to be above 40o F. Paint that freezes wont dry properly, and homeowners might be left with a costly and unsightly mistake on their hands. Fall temperatures tend to be amenable to both interior and exterior painting projects, just be sure to check the weather forecast before mak-ing your first brush stroke.

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