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Nelson County Life, Issue #65 (August 2010)TRANSCRIPT
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NELSONC O U N T Y L I F E
Editors & PublishersYvette Staff ord, Tommy Staff ord
ContributorsJennie Tal
PhotographyHayley Osborne
Paul Purpura
Norm Shafer
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Tournament andPrize SponsorsAndrew Minton JewelersAngie LindquistCrutchfieldDevil’s Knob Golf Pro ShopEades Distillery Board of DirectorsEdible ArrangementsFast FrameHarris TeeterJeanette GatjeJohn LaulerKing Family VineyardLive ArtsNancy Lauler
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Nelson County Habitat for Humanity would like to thank all those who supported this year’s golf tournament at the Stoney Creek Golf Course - those who golfed, those who worked and those whose gifts helped make our 19th house possible.
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on the coverPhotographer: Norm Shafer
The batteau “Rosalee” leaves Scottsville, Virginia on the fifth leg of the ��th anni-versay of the annual James River Batteau Festival. Story on page 9.
26mikeretiresBut will he renew his plate?
9river ratsBut these rats are friendly.
14cabin completeFrom the BRP to Glass Hollow.
Only Adam would go to the beach and find himself a pine cone. Or, as he would say it, “nine cone.” Just wait un-til he figures out the swimming thing.
After putting an issue to bed, the last thing I want to do is refocus my pair of eyes on a stack of word-filled paper. While on vacation at our undisclosed location, I broke my rule and read Beautiful Swimmers: Water-men, Crabs and the Chesapeake Bay by William W. Warner. It is the book to read when you are on the bay, especially when you are pregnant.
Because crabs wear their skeletons on the outside of their bodies, the only way their bodies can grow is by molting. As a female crab approaches her final molt, the male crab becomes restless and begins a courtship. Sometimes the coquettish female plays hard-to-get but ultimately, the male cradles her and she begins to molt, revealing a mature body that is ready for mating. In a lovers’ embrace, the pair swim attached as the relationship is consummated over a period of several hours. The female is now a sook.
At this point, various animals in the kingdom leave their mate. Not the blue crab. He stays with the sook for a good 48 hours more until her soft
shell hardens up, cradling her to safer waters. Only then will the Jimmy leave so that the sook can rest up and give birth in the spring.
After the spring spawn, the now older females spend the rest of their lives in the water, volunteering, play-ing bridge with the ladies, etc. Some-times, they go on what’s called a “summer run,” visiting the waters of their youth. One last visit to the place they fulfilled their purpose of becom-ing mothers. And as a new wave of mating “doublers” pass before them, they float away into deeper waters and die.
We should all swim so beautifully.Enjoy!
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ontap PHOTOGRAPHY by TOMMY STAFFORD
Five area brewers gathered at Starr Hill in Crozet to work on a special brew to be released at this year’s Brew Ridge Trail Music Festival. “It’s a new style that’s been made popular on the west coast called a Black IPA,” says Jacque Landry, partner & brewer at South Street Brewery in Charlottesville. “All of us sort of collaborated on this recipe.” For details about the brews available at this year’s Festival, turn to page �7.
Friday August 27 – Lovingston Café Wine Pairing Dinner at 7:30 p.m.Lovingston Café will host a delicious wine pairing dinner featur-ing four of Democracy Vineyards’ wines. For $39 per person, enjoy an elegant summer menu of crab balls and sundried trout appetizers with Declaration; green salad and Cherry Caesar dress-ing with Unum; main course of � let mignon with potatoes and green beans paired with Velvet Revolution; and � nale dessert of apple pie with cheeses accompanied by Village View Gold. At-tendance is limited so make your reservations now by contacting us at [email protected] or 434-964-6124.
Saturday August 28 – Noon to 4 p.m - Festival in the vine-yard! Just o� Rt. 718.We may not have a tasting room yet but you can visit the vine-yard and taste and/or buy some Democracy Vineyards wine. Non-alcoholic refreshments will also be available. Bring your picnic blankets and baskets! Burgers and hot dogs available for purchase from the Nelson Ruritans. $10/pp; under 21/free.
Saturday August 28 – Blessing of the Harvest - 5 p.m.Join us for a tradition dating back to biblical times, the annual blessing of the harvest with Reverend Debbie Powell of Nelson United Methodist Church. No charge.
For more information, go towww.democracyvineyards.com
Friends of Democracy! Join us for our 2nd annualfestival of wines, vines and celebrations.
Birth of Democracy2nd Annual
Festival
luna-see
A night to dance by the lightof the moon
Wine, Music, and Dancingunder a Full Moon
For reservations or more information:434.361.2519 or www.wintergreenwinery.com
Friday, August 207-10pm
Verandahat wintergreen winery
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By Kay Pfaltzwww.basicnecessities.comwww.kaypfaltz.com
basicnecessities
Join Kay in the Southern Rhône Val-ley in April 2011. [email protected]
CaféWine and Cheese Shop2226 Rockfish Valley Highway
Nellysford, Virginiaph: 434.361.1766
www.basicnecessities.us
A taste of Europe in the Blue Ridge!
Hours:Tuesday & Wednesday 10am-6pm
Thursday 10am-8pmFriday-Saturday 10am-10pm
Reservations advised for weekend dinners.Sunday Brunch 10am-3pm
Dinner served Thurs. through Sat.Lunch served Tue. through Sat. Brunch on Sunday
Note: No longer serving dinner on Wednesday nights, but taking reservations for private parties.
Call in advance.
Reintroducing Afternoon Tea!
Don your white gloves and hat and join us for afternoon scones with Devon cream & jam and a pot of tea. Sandwiches and petits fours too. Purple hats or gloveless
customers allowed. Catch a glimpse of the Queen...or maybe just a Corgi.
Summertime winesSummertime, and the living is…bet-
ter with a glass of wine. Remember childhood summers? Running barefoot, chasing fireflies, lying in the cool cut grass of evening staring up at the stars, or feeling the steamy warmth after a shower? But more than anything, the sense that summer was timeless—long, sunlit days yawned and stretched into eternity. School was out and we could be lazy, languid and listless. It didn’t matter where we grew up, we all shared that slowed-down, livin’ is easy sense of summer.
Yet it seems as the human race works harder, rushes more and pushes for faster technologies we need more than ever to slow down. (Although maybe in Nelson County we’ve found the last bastion of yesterday’s para-dise.) A week ago, one of my wine tasters told me that she wanted to slow down but in order to stop and just be, she needed a glass of wine—not the alcohol, but the ritual. Perhaps we can all stop for a moment and breathe in summer’s warmth, with or without wine. The following are summer-time sippin’ wines. Pull the cork and sloooow down.
Domaine Lalanne – Produced in the heart of Gascony, Armagnac country, Lalanne is a blend of 40 % Colombard, 30 % Gros Manseng and 30 % Ugni Blanc. It’s light and refreshing with notes of candied lemons, lemon grass and hay. A nice change from Pinot Grigio. $10.99
Domaine de l’Hémonière, Sauvi-gnon Blanc, Touraine – Touraine could be considered the heartland of the Loire. It’s an area that produces a lot of young, fruity Gamay-based wines, and the white counterpart to these is the young, spritely Sauvignon Blanc. Look for racy, grassy, grapefruit notes, without the minerality or maturity of neighboring Sancerre, but without the price tag either. This little Touraine is beautiful chilled well and sipped over lunch or on its own. Pair with oysters, fish or goat cheeses. $12.99
Schilcher Sekt Strohmeier - The beautiful amber-colored sparkling rosé from Austria is for the person who’s tried everything. Totally unique it’s made from 100 % Blauer Wildbacher. Dry, with yeasty, baked bread notes and a touch of rhubarb on the nose. Perfect for pairing with cheeses, salmon, olives or cold vegetables. I popped the cork
and sat with a friend—a pond before us, the mountains around us and, as the sun lowered swapping the heat of the day for the warmth of the wine within us, the moment was magical. $19.99. No added sulfites.
Domaine de la Mordorée, Tavel – If Tavel is the king of rosés, then Mor-dorée (meaning woodcock) may well be the king of southern Rhône produc-ers. There’s an argument for it anyway. Owned and run by brothers Fabrice and Christophe Delorme, the 135-acre estate produces outstanding wines. As if it were not enough that Christophe is tall, handsome and a dedicated family man, he’s also a dedicated winemaker (and terroirist) and an ardent supporter of organic viticulture. No herbicides, pesticides or fungicides go into any of his wine. His Tavel is a big wine—deep, dark rosé in color, more amber and almost red. But it’s loaded with fruit. Look for orange blossom, strawberries, watermelons and cherries. This is the red wine-drinker’s summer drink. Per-fect match for barbecue, grilled meats, Asian cuisine and cheese. $22.99
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Most people I know, including myself want to enjoy our natural surroundings as much as possible. We hike, bike, take walks, Sunday drives, and play golf. Another trend I have noticed over the years is that we want to enjoy all of those splendors even when we don’t have time to be active or just want to relax. One way this has been accomplished is by adding more, and larger windows to our homes. The upsides to doing this are obvious. We receive much more natural light, and of course those views!
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AUGUST �010 NELSON COUNTY LIFE 9
at Rodes FarmThe Cottage Charming Vacation
and Event Rental• Next to historic 1840’s Rodes Farm Inn• Gorgeous views• Overlooks fishpond, pool and tennis courts• Walk to stables• Renovated cottage sleeps up to 8• Screened porch and deck• Minutes to Nellysford and Wintergreen• 30 minutes to Charlottesville• The “Red Barn” is available for events!
For rates, availability or more info call Julie Bendle at 434 996-8669 or e-mail [email protected]
coverstory STORY by JENNIE TALPHOTOGRAPHY by NORM SHAFER
Roger Nelson, on being called a river rat:“I’ve been called a lot worse. But yea, we’re called
river rats, yes we are.”
“We’re river men.”continued on page 10
The crew of the batteau “Rosalee” pushes the boat free from a ledge as they make their way from Bent Creek to Wingina. The low level of the James River made this leg particularly difficult. Captain Byrne Nelson catches a quick nap (opposite). The grueling eight day James River Batteau Festival is comprised of 8 legs that take the hand-made wooden boats 1�0 miles from Lynchburg to Maiden’s Landing near Richmond.
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“I loved being on that river with everybody. Everybody brings something individually out there. Everybody is different. Every boat is different. Every crew is different. But it’s good that they all come together and do a historic reenactment of an event,” said Byrne, who lives in Buckingham County. “I really enjoy participating in keeping something like this alive.”
Roger and Byrne Nelson grew up on the James River. But not until this year did they truly experi-ence it.
For eight days, the brothers lived, worked, slept, and ate on the river in their handmade batteau as part of the 25th anniversary of the James River Bat-teau Festival. They put the boat in the water one day before the official June 19 start of the festival that started in Lynchburg and ended the following Satur-day 120 miles down the river at Maiden’s Landing.
According to his brother, Byrne has been par-ticipating in the festival on and off since it started. And Roger, who lives in Wingina, started crewing a few years ago on a boat belonging to their good friend Charlie Davis.
“But Byrne wanted to be more involved with the festival this year,” said Roger.
And involved they got.Together with another family friend, Dave Bry-
an, the brothers spent nearly four months dedicated to their batteau.
But because of the perpetual winter we seemed to have, they couldn’t start the actual construction until March 13.
“We worked just about every Friday, Saturday and Sunday all day long and on into the night,” said Roger who is vice president of the Virginia Canals and Navigation Society which helps or-ganize the batteau festival. “And then we worked Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday nights.”
Roger Nelson, head boatman of the batteau “Rosalee” tries to figure out a different route through a small rapid on the James River after getting hung up on the rocks.
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Roger, like his brother and many other members of the Virginia Canals and Navigation Society, has a real passion for the James. Next year, he’ll be the organization’s president and in addition to a mem-bership drive, he has lofty aspirations.
“My goal is to see the Canal Society move into a building. There are all these artifacts from the big dig in Richmond and we need a small museum,” said Roger. “It’ll take a while, it won’t happen overnight, but we’ll get it done. It’s one of my goals in life.”
Though the brothers worked on the batteau with some friends, they made it a family affair and named the batteau Rosalee after their mother. Many of the other boats were named after places or other people (mostly men), but Roger said Ro-salee sounded river-like and they all decided that it would be nice to honor their mother who passed away in 1994.
“Dave didn’t have any problem with that,” he said. “Mom had us down on the river when we were little kids. She was an avid canoeist when she was young. I have a photo of her in the Delaware river canoeing solo back in the ‘40s.”
For this 25th anniversary run of the James River Batteau Festival, 25 batteaux launched from Lynchburg on June 19. And it wasn’t always easy getting down the river.
“It was hot and the water was low. Some of these folks have ten years on us. I’m 57 and I was taking a beating,” said Roger.
Only 19 batteaus went the full 120 miles, but many of those got through thanks in part to the Nelson brothers and their crew.
In fact, as they were helping eight batteaus through the rocks, they missed the 25th anniversary celebration in Roger’s hometown, where many of the festivals founders lived. By the time they got close to Wingina, a couple batteaus were already stuck in the rocks, but the Nelsons found another way. But batteaus kept coming through and kept getting stuck. So after getting those batteaus out of the rocks and around the other side of the river, they formed a little group and picked up the rocks to make a little dam to prevent any more incidents.
Do they wish they’d made it to the celebration instead?
“I have no regrets, it’s good to help people,” said Roger, happily. “Some of those boats probably would have been out there all night long.”
“We all put our own personalities into it,” added Byrne. “We just work together for a common goal: getting down the river and having a good time.” NCL
Roger Nelson, head boatman, works the front sweep aboard the batteau “Rosalee” Monday June �1, �010 as the boat
travels down the James River on the third leg of the ��th an-niversary of the James River Batteau Festival. Byrne Nelson
jokes with Brian Coffield, of Boyd Tavern (below left). Zac Howie poles the “Rosalee” along the James River during
the 1�0 mile trip. A very tired Ned Nelson gets apointer from his uncle Byrne Nelson, as the “Rosalee” arrives in Wingina (below right).
Although the 8-day trip is quite arduousthe crew still found time to relax
and enjoy themselves.
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James Webb bought some property in a hollow off Route 151 and brought to it an old, very old cabin. Now, his daughter, Kay Fracher, is visiting that Afton cabin as often as she can. But, as with most fairy tales, there’s a little bit
more to the story than that.
Once upon a time,
This cabin owned by Jeffrey and Kay Fracher was recently rebuilt in Afton. The cabin was owned by Kay’s father. He bought it in the 19�0’s and had it moved from the Blue Ridge Parkway to his land in Glass Hollow.
STORY by JENNIE TALPHOTOGRAPHY by NORM SHAFER
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James lived in Waynesboro but his father, Julian Webb, started the Blue Ridge Veneer Plant at the foot of Afton Mountain. James wanted very badly to buy some property on Glass Hollow, but since he wasn’t from there originally, it was hard to fi nd anyone to sell him the land. But he was smart and came up with a plan: he had a friend from the plant purchase the land and then sell it to him the next day. James also found an abandoned 2-story hand hewn cabin up off the Blue Ridge Parkway, bought it, had it moved to his new 54-acre property and re-assembled it as a one story cabin with a bathroom. He caused quite a stir, but everything was forgiven when James got the fi rst telephone in the hollow and invited all of his new neighbors to use it as they please.
And that’s how the Webbs ended up in the hollow. But James died ten years later and his wife passed away in
the early 1990s and it’s been diffi cult for his two grown chil-dren to keep up with the place.
“I didn’t like to go over there,” said Kay. “It was pretty funky.”
But now that Kay and her husband Jeff are retired, they decided to give life back to the cabin – which is about 200 years old. Their original budget was $25,000 but they ended up doing about $90,000 of work on the place. But now the 20-by-40-foot main room has a fully functional kitchen, a big open space with a fi replace and there’s a bathroom with all new fi xtures. They have a bed, reading chairs and a very cozy living space. But no TV and no Internet.
And both say the money was well spent.“We walk, hang out with the dogs, read,” said Jeff. “It’s just
as beautiful as Nelson County can be.” NCL
A stone fi replace is a focal point in the interior of the cabin.
During the restoring of Jeff rey and Kay Fracher’s cabin the bottom row of logs was found to be rotten. Luke Furrow of Riverview Construction had to dig out the old foundation and pour a new one, and completely rechink the logs. Luke (bottom, at right) restored the cabin with the help of employee Adin Ray.
The side entrance to the cabin.
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A complete physical with a nurse practitioner
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winetime PHOTOGRAPHY by NORM SHAFER
Jeff Stone, winemaker at Wintergreen Winery, at left, talks to Sonia R. Banks of Richmond about their wine offerings while Adam Diaz looks on at the Summer Solstice Festival at Lazy Days Winery/Amherst Estate Vineyards in Amherst. Flying Fox and Cardinal Point were among several area wineries pouring wine at the event.
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This summer marks the 10th year of the Summer Riding Camp at Rodes Farm. “Our camp is designed for the beginner to intermediate rider where campers get to explore the different disciplines of English style riding,” says Lindsey Osborne, Rodes Farms Stables’ manager. Scholarships for this season were made available thanks to a generous donation from Mer-rill and Jaffray Woodriff.
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thisnewhouseLocation:��0 Stone Orchard Dr., Nellysford, VirginiaOffered at: $�94,000Comments:4Bed/�Bath, garage, views to western mountains, across from Fairway. Easy level walk to Clubhouse and the Village of Nellysford.Contact:Peter Farley Wintergreen Real Estate Co.4�4-981-0944
thisoldhouseLocation:�461 Rockfish Valley Hwy., Nellysford, VirginiaOffered at: $77�,000Comments:Remarkable offering in charming Nellysford! This historic old schoolhouse has been a successful garden center and a restaurant and the outbuildings have housed offices, florists and a produce shop! This is an opportunity to own a restaurant, a small inn with shops or even an alternative school or instructional center. The main building was the high school for this area from 1910-19�9. There are also 6 outbuildings including one that has been finished as an office.Contact:Julie Bendle Mountain Area Realty4�4-996-8669
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Wonderful, upscale 3BR, 4BA family home in a very special community. Easy drive to C’Ville, W’Boro, Staunton, N’Ford and Wintergreen. Sited on 6+ acres with gorgeous mountain views and a balance of open lawn, mature landscaping. Woods to the rear to enjoy from deck or the slate patio (with � re pit). Beautiful cherry kitchen cabinets, with breakfast bar that opens to the dining area and the living room, with stone � replace. Large family room for extra elbow room.
(800) 361-2440 • Mountain AreaRealty.com434-906-0427
656 Rock� sh Orchard Drive – $595,000
The skies over Wintergreen Resort lit up with fireworks during this year’s Indepen-dence Day Weekend celebration.
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650 Fawn Ridge Large 5BR home on Devil’s Knob Golf Course. Enjoy golf views from your deck or great room. Lower level with suite including BR, BA, extra LR and FP. Close to resort amenities including a WTG shuttle stop. Sold with WPI. Listed for $369,00 by Kim Chappell and www.ExperienceWintergreen.com (468727)
5 Dripping Rock LaneNice wooded lot with easy access on quiet street in Wintergreen Resort. Build your dream home on this .47 acre lot.$45,000. www.ExperienceWintergreen.com 434-238-2430. (460328)
25 Devils BendOne of the few newer homes under 400 at Wintergreen, this cozy mountain cabin is in a great location within walking distance of the Wintergarden Spa and Pools. Free Shuttle stops right out front and can take you to skiing,tennis,restaurants etc. Home comes furnished, and includes WPI. Fireplace in Family room,hardwood � oors, great condi-tion. Only $382,500 Listed by Steve Marianella 434-566-1293 (473073)
70 Pedlars EndPrivate Lot with 3BR home. Enjoy the Summer on your large deck without a neighbor in sight. Immaculate home, in great condition. Open � oor plan with kitchen and dining open to great room. Stone wood burning � replace. .75 private acres. Sold furnished and with WPI. Listed at $369,000 by Kim Chappell and www.ExperienceWintergreen.com (479106)
1513 Cli� s Renovated to be one of the best view condos in WTG. 1BR with amazing 50 mile views. Sold furnished and ready to enjoy or use as a rental. New kitchen, furnishings and custom stone � replace. Listed for $179,000 by Kim Chappell and www.ExperienceWintergreen.com. 434-238-2430 (478431)
305 DobieOnly steps away from the Blue Ridge Express chairli� , Mountain Inn, restaurants, shops, playground and Treehouse. One of the best locations on the mountain. Very good rental income. Shows great with newer carpet and appliances. Located in the � rst Dobie building, so it’s an easy, � at walk out to the slopes and all the other amenities. Turn-key ready to use. WPI included. Priced at $349,000. Call Rod and Christy Phillips at 434-987-6399 (469430)
– Located Only in the Mountain Inn –
� e Offi cial Real Estate Company of Wintergreen Resort
Do you love Wintergreen as much as we do? When you buy or sell with us, you are investing
in Wintergreen’s future – Call us or stop in and bea part of Wintergreen’s future.
24 Wintergreen Drive � is 4-story luxury townhome is the jewel of the moun-tain with features like 4 bedrooms, private elevator, media room (or 5th bedroom) and � ve full and one half baths. Fabulous views and over 3,670 sq. � . of living space make this a valuable investment. Visit the completed model. Contact Kim Chappell 434-238-2430 (456496)
2073 Stone RidgeWonderful � ree bedroom condo in newest building (2004) in Stone Ridge. Next to Wintergarden Spa, Devils Knob Restaurant and golf course. Short walk to Devils Knob Tennis-GREAT loca-tion! Nice condition and sold furnished ready to use now. Priced at $259,900 which INCLUDES Wintergreen recreational equity membership furnished by seller. � at’s a $17000 value! Call Steve Marianella at 434-566-1293. (464279)
2218 Tanners RidgeFabulous top � oor, two bed, golf-front condo. Cozy up to the wood burning � replace or step out on the deck and enjoy the panoramic greenscape of the 12th fairway. Recently updated kitchen and baths. Walk to the Wintergarden spa, pools, � tness center, Nature Founda-tion. $136,500. Brian Chase www.goWintergreen.com 434-296-9860 (471980)
3221 North Ridge Top level, lo� style 3 bedroom furnished condo at a great price! Shenandoah Valley views, custom cabinets and shutters, tastefully furnished and in great condition. WPI. Only $199,750, Listed by Steve Marianella 434-566-1293. (472766)
65 Rosewood Drive RoseWood Village: � e Madison Villa - 1 level living, 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, gourmet granite kitchen, sunroom, hard-woods, superb cra� smanship, and many features of Universal Design. Never worry again about exterior maintenance, yard work, gutter cleaning, etc. - it’s all handled for you by the RoseWood Village Association. $439,000. Brian Chase www.goWintergreen.com 434-296-9860 (455683)
17 Blue Flint LaneBuild this mountain getaway cottage on prime 1/2 acre lot with views at Wintergreen. Shenandoah Valley Construction will build this bright and open two level home with � replace, granite counters and custom cabinets. Includes WPI. $499,000. Call Steve Marianella at 434-566-1293 (460944)
286 Chestnut Place Remarkable lot with mountain and ski slope views on a street of signi� cant mountain homes. Lightly tra� cked cul-de-sac translates to peaceful enjoyment of this amazing Blue Ridge Mountain setting. Less than a 5 minute drive to golf, tennis, skiing, dining, and spa services. Bring your own builder or call for recommendations. Build now or hold for investment. O� ered at $189,000. Brian Chase www.goWintergreen.com 434-296-9860 (460492)
12 Fairway Oaks Don’t miss previewing this 5 bedroom home (4 bedrooms/library).Amazing value! Beautifully decorated! Chef ’s kitchen w/granite counter-tops, breakfast bar, great room w/ � replace, two master suites, library,2 car garage, Perfect for entertaining! Excellent investment revenue.Enjoy your Wintergreen mountain home and your investment income! 2007 (27,664.00), 2008 ($21,776), 2009 ($14,787), 2010 year to date (7,814.00), Walk to golf, tennis, dining, WPI. O� er price: $440,000, Contact � omasina Shealey, REALTOR, mobile: 703.328.8680, email: [email protected] (467468)
11 Dripping Rock LaneBuild this custom home or choose from other plans with one of the areas most respected builders. High ceilings, custom touches throughout this new home. One level living, private lot, great value for a new home at Wintergreen Resort. $395,000 Call Steve Marianella for details at 434-566-1293. (460942)
134 Eagles CourtBest of what the mountains have to o� er. True ski in/ski out location, beautiful mountain vistas and walking distance to many other amenities and dining options. Tastefully fur-nished and updated. Gorgeous � replace creates a cozy après ski atmosphere. Highly desirable - the only � rst level walk out in Eagles Court on the market. Great rental potential. WPI. $259,000 Call Rod and Christy Phillips 434-987-6399 (468474)
78 Deer Springs LaneBeautiful corner lot in Wintergreen Resort. .41 acre with easy access in a popular area of the resort. Quick ride to golf, tennis, restaurants and skiing. $89,900. Call Kim Chappell, 434-238-2430. www.ExperienceWintergreen.com (453853)
304 Chestnut Place Excellent winter views of valley and ski slopes on this quiet street close to amenities. Includes WPI, skiing, tennis and golf nearby. Bring your builder or let us assist with selecting one. $184,500 Listed by Steve Marianella 434-566-1293.(471857)
2105 Fairway WoodsIncome producing property made $15,000 in 2008 and still le� plenty of time for owner to use it. Great location on Golf Course and short walk to Spa, Clubhouse, Devils Grill, Pool, Nature Foundation and Tennis. Easy shuttle ride down to slopes and Mountain Inn. Fully furnished and ready to go. � is 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo priced at $199,000 with WPI will not last long! Call Rod & Christy Phillips at 434-987-6399. (469491)
1296 Stoney Creek WestTimber Frame & Stone: With ARB approval, existing home on this golf front lot will be removed to make room for a Winterwoods Homes luxury timber frame and stone design. Special lot is within 100 yards of Stoney Creek clubhouse. Already have your own lot? Choose from any of the 18 mountain living and estate portfolio designs. $2,725,000. www.goWintergreen.com 434-296-9860 (462919)
738 Pedlars Edge Drive Rare 5 bedroom ski front home on Wintergreen’s Tyro slope. Hardwood � oors, lots of space and storage, 3 1/2 baths and your own private sauna room! Great value at $529,000 Call Steve Marianella 434-566-1293 (446948)
30 Mulligan LaneRoseWood Village: The Madison - a golf villa featuring a 1st floor master, 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, gourmet granite kitchen, sunroom, hardwoods, superb craftsmanship, and many fea-tures of Universal Design. RoseWood is a 55+ active adult community located in the valley of Wintergreen’s Stoney Creek. $529,000. Brian Chase www.goWintergreen.com 434-296-9860 (455056)
3216 North Ridge Rare 1BR condo with 2 full baths. Next to tennis and golf with a WTG Ski Shuttle only steps away. On the popular WTG rental program. Sold furnished and ready to enjoy as a private retreat or investment condo. Listed for $160,000 by Kim Chappell and www.ExperienceWintergreen.com (469066)
21 Indian Point TrailStunning 4BR home with many custom features and amenities. Enjoy the deck, great room, two stone � replaces, private spa, excercise room and wine tasting room. Lots of bonus space with a second den and lo� library/game room. Soaring windows with views. $999,000. Listed by Joan Mummery 434-531-5033 and Kim Chappell 434-238-2430 (466188)
87 Firtree Drive What an incredible value for a home with winter views of the Rock� sh Valley. Priced to sell, this 4 bedroom, 3 bath home conveys furnished and features a spacious great room and dining room combination with vaulted ceiling. Large windows and deck. New carpet throughout. Lo-cated close to the Mountain Inn Village. WPI. O� ered at $364,990. Brian Chase www.goWintergreen.com 434-296-9860 (473915)
1004 Stoney Creek EastOwn this rare golf front cottage and live the country club life. Walk out your back door to the golf course; dine at the club house; play a match of tennis; relax and enjoy the mountain views. Short drive to Wintergreen Mountain with a host of other fun activities. Nice � ow to this ‘like new’ home which has lots of upgrades and quality details. Family room could be used as a 4th bedroom (no closet). Covered back porch for entertaining and enjoying the great outdoors. Great
price at $399,900. Christy Phillips 434-987-6388. (473963)
2036 Stone RidgeGreat furnished two bedroom in immaculate shape. Perfect location to enjoy the cool summers of Wintergreen overlooking golf and mountains. WPI $225,000 Call Steve Marianella at 434-566-1293. (466509)
2234 Tanners Ridge SALE! SALE! SALE! My clients are o� ering their fabulous one bedroom Tanners Ridge for pennies on the dollar, $99,500, until July 31, 2010! � is is as good as it gets! Now is the time to buy your own golf villa! We haven’t seen this price for a Tanners Ridge in years! Wood burning � replace, new kitchen w/top appliances, breakfast bar, private terrace for early morning relaxation. Walk to spa, tennis center, golf, � tness center, indoor pool, hiking trails! Sold beautifully furnished! WPI, O� er price: $99,500, Contact � omasina Shealey, REALTOR, mobile: 703.328.8680, email: [email protected], (472909
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945 Diamond Hill Condo – Listed for $239,500
472 Fawn Ridge – Listed for $319,000
586 Lodebar Estates – Listed for $245,000
438 � ree Ridges Condo – Listed for $182,200
437 Stoney Creek East Lot – Listed for $115,000
1551 Vistas Condo – Listed for $179,000
1409 Highlands Condo – Listed for $299,000
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650 Fawn Ridge Large 5BR home on Devil’s Knob Golf Course. Enjoy golf views from your deck or great room. Lower level with suite including BR, BA, extra LR and FP. Close to resort amenities including a WTG shuttle stop. Sold with WPI. Listed for $369,00 by Kim Chappell and www.ExperienceWintergreen.com (468727)
5 Dripping Rock LaneNice wooded lot with easy access on quiet street in Wintergreen Resort. Build your dream home on this .47 acre lot.$45,000. www.ExperienceWintergreen.com 434-238-2430. (460328)
25 Devils BendOne of the few newer homes under 400 at Wintergreen, this cozy mountain cabin is in a great location within walking distance of the Wintergarden Spa and Pools. Free Shuttle stops right out front and can take you to skiing,tennis,restaurants etc. Home comes furnished, and includes WPI. Fireplace in Family room,hardwood � oors, great condi-tion. Only $382,500 Listed by Steve Marianella 434-566-1293 (473073)
70 Pedlars EndPrivate Lot with 3BR home. Enjoy the Summer on your large deck without a neighbor in sight. Immaculate home, in great condition. Open � oor plan with kitchen and dining open to great room. Stone wood burning � replace. .75 private acres. Sold furnished and with WPI. Listed at $369,000 by Kim Chappell and www.ExperienceWintergreen.com (479106)
1513 Cli� s Renovated to be one of the best view condos in WTG. 1BR with amazing 50 mile views. Sold furnished and ready to enjoy or use as a rental. New kitchen, furnishings and custom stone � replace. Listed for $179,000 by Kim Chappell and www.ExperienceWintergreen.com. 434-238-2430 (478431)
305 DobieOnly steps away from the Blue Ridge Express chairli� , Mountain Inn, restaurants, shops, playground and Treehouse. One of the best locations on the mountain. Very good rental income. Shows great with newer carpet and appliances. Located in the � rst Dobie building, so it’s an easy, � at walk out to the slopes and all the other amenities. Turn-key ready to use. WPI included. Priced at $349,000. Call Rod and Christy Phillips at 434-987-6399 (469430)
– Located Only in the Mountain Inn –
� e Offi cial Real Estate Company of Wintergreen Resort
Do you love Wintergreen as much as we do? When you buy or sell with us, you are investing
in Wintergreen’s future – Call us or stop in and bea part of Wintergreen’s future.
24 Wintergreen Drive � is 4-story luxury townhome is the jewel of the moun-tain with features like 4 bedrooms, private elevator, media room (or 5th bedroom) and � ve full and one half baths. Fabulous views and over 3,670 sq. � . of living space make this a valuable investment. Visit the completed model. Contact Kim Chappell 434-238-2430 (456496)
2073 Stone RidgeWonderful � ree bedroom condo in newest building (2004) in Stone Ridge. Next to Wintergarden Spa, Devils Knob Restaurant and golf course. Short walk to Devils Knob Tennis-GREAT loca-tion! Nice condition and sold furnished ready to use now. Priced at $259,900 which INCLUDES Wintergreen recreational equity membership furnished by seller. � at’s a $17000 value! Call Steve Marianella at 434-566-1293. (464279)
2218 Tanners RidgeFabulous top � oor, two bed, golf-front condo. Cozy up to the wood burning � replace or step out on the deck and enjoy the panoramic greenscape of the 12th fairway. Recently updated kitchen and baths. Walk to the Wintergarden spa, pools, � tness center, Nature Founda-tion. $136,500. Brian Chase www.goWintergreen.com 434-296-9860 (471980)
3221 North Ridge Top level, lo� style 3 bedroom furnished condo at a great price! Shenandoah Valley views, custom cabinets and shutters, tastefully furnished and in great condition. WPI. Only $199,750, Listed by Steve Marianella 434-566-1293. (472766)
65 Rosewood Drive RoseWood Village: � e Madison Villa - 1 level living, 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, gourmet granite kitchen, sunroom, hard-woods, superb cra� smanship, and many features of Universal Design. Never worry again about exterior maintenance, yard work, gutter cleaning, etc. - it’s all handled for you by the RoseWood Village Association. $439,000. Brian Chase www.goWintergreen.com 434-296-9860 (455683)
17 Blue Flint LaneBuild this mountain getaway cottage on prime 1/2 acre lot with views at Wintergreen. Shenandoah Valley Construction will build this bright and open two level home with � replace, granite counters and custom cabinets. Includes WPI. $499,000. Call Steve Marianella at 434-566-1293 (460944)
286 Chestnut Place Remarkable lot with mountain and ski slope views on a street of signi� cant mountain homes. Lightly tra� cked cul-de-sac translates to peaceful enjoyment of this amazing Blue Ridge Mountain setting. Less than a 5 minute drive to golf, tennis, skiing, dining, and spa services. Bring your own builder or call for recommendations. Build now or hold for investment. O� ered at $189,000. Brian Chase www.goWintergreen.com 434-296-9860 (460492)
12 Fairway Oaks Don’t miss previewing this 5 bedroom home (4 bedrooms/library).Amazing value! Beautifully decorated! Chef ’s kitchen w/granite counter-tops, breakfast bar, great room w/ � replace, two master suites, library,2 car garage, Perfect for entertaining! Excellent investment revenue.Enjoy your Wintergreen mountain home and your investment income! 2007 (27,664.00), 2008 ($21,776), 2009 ($14,787), 2010 year to date (7,814.00), Walk to golf, tennis, dining, WPI. O� er price: $440,000, Contact � omasina Shealey, REALTOR, mobile: 703.328.8680, email: [email protected] (467468)
11 Dripping Rock LaneBuild this custom home or choose from other plans with one of the areas most respected builders. High ceilings, custom touches throughout this new home. One level living, private lot, great value for a new home at Wintergreen Resort. $395,000 Call Steve Marianella for details at 434-566-1293. (460942)
134 Eagles CourtBest of what the mountains have to o� er. True ski in/ski out location, beautiful mountain vistas and walking distance to many other amenities and dining options. Tastefully fur-nished and updated. Gorgeous � replace creates a cozy après ski atmosphere. Highly desirable - the only � rst level walk out in Eagles Court on the market. Great rental potential. WPI. $259,000 Call Rod and Christy Phillips 434-987-6399 (468474)
78 Deer Springs LaneBeautiful corner lot in Wintergreen Resort. .41 acre with easy access in a popular area of the resort. Quick ride to golf, tennis, restaurants and skiing. $89,900. Call Kim Chappell, 434-238-2430. www.ExperienceWintergreen.com (453853)
304 Chestnut Place Excellent winter views of valley and ski slopes on this quiet street close to amenities. Includes WPI, skiing, tennis and golf nearby. Bring your builder or let us assist with selecting one. $184,500 Listed by Steve Marianella 434-566-1293.(471857)
2105 Fairway WoodsIncome producing property made $15,000 in 2008 and still le� plenty of time for owner to use it. Great location on Golf Course and short walk to Spa, Clubhouse, Devils Grill, Pool, Nature Foundation and Tennis. Easy shuttle ride down to slopes and Mountain Inn. Fully furnished and ready to go. � is 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo priced at $199,000 with WPI will not last long! Call Rod & Christy Phillips at 434-987-6399. (469491)
1296 Stoney Creek WestTimber Frame & Stone: With ARB approval, existing home on this golf front lot will be removed to make room for a Winterwoods Homes luxury timber frame and stone design. Special lot is within 100 yards of Stoney Creek clubhouse. Already have your own lot? Choose from any of the 18 mountain living and estate portfolio designs. $2,725,000. www.goWintergreen.com 434-296-9860 (462919)
738 Pedlars Edge Drive Rare 5 bedroom ski front home on Wintergreen’s Tyro slope. Hardwood � oors, lots of space and storage, 3 1/2 baths and your own private sauna room! Great value at $529,000 Call Steve Marianella 434-566-1293 (446948)
30 Mulligan LaneRoseWood Village: The Madison - a golf villa featuring a 1st floor master, 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, gourmet granite kitchen, sunroom, hardwoods, superb craftsmanship, and many fea-tures of Universal Design. RoseWood is a 55+ active adult community located in the valley of Wintergreen’s Stoney Creek. $529,000. Brian Chase www.goWintergreen.com 434-296-9860 (455056)
3216 North Ridge Rare 1BR condo with 2 full baths. Next to tennis and golf with a WTG Ski Shuttle only steps away. On the popular WTG rental program. Sold furnished and ready to enjoy as a private retreat or investment condo. Listed for $160,000 by Kim Chappell and www.ExperienceWintergreen.com (469066)
21 Indian Point TrailStunning 4BR home with many custom features and amenities. Enjoy the deck, great room, two stone � replaces, private spa, excercise room and wine tasting room. Lots of bonus space with a second den and lo� library/game room. Soaring windows with views. $999,000. Listed by Joan Mummery 434-531-5033 and Kim Chappell 434-238-2430 (466188)
87 Firtree Drive What an incredible value for a home with winter views of the Rock� sh Valley. Priced to sell, this 4 bedroom, 3 bath home conveys furnished and features a spacious great room and dining room combination with vaulted ceiling. Large windows and deck. New carpet throughout. Lo-cated close to the Mountain Inn Village. WPI. O� ered at $364,990. Brian Chase www.goWintergreen.com 434-296-9860 (473915)
1004 Stoney Creek EastOwn this rare golf front cottage and live the country club life. Walk out your back door to the golf course; dine at the club house; play a match of tennis; relax and enjoy the mountain views. Short drive to Wintergreen Mountain with a host of other fun activities. Nice � ow to this ‘like new’ home which has lots of upgrades and quality details. Family room could be used as a 4th bedroom (no closet). Covered back porch for entertaining and enjoying the great outdoors. Great
price at $399,900. Christy Phillips 434-987-6388. (473963)
2036 Stone RidgeGreat furnished two bedroom in immaculate shape. Perfect location to enjoy the cool summers of Wintergreen overlooking golf and mountains. WPI $225,000 Call Steve Marianella at 434-566-1293. (466509)
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Austrian Ambassador to the U.S., Dr. Christian Prosi (center), shares a toast with Wintergreen Performing Arts Artistic & Executive Director Larry Smith (left) and Don Burland, WPA President.
Wintergreen Performing Arts kicked off the �010 Summer Festival by bringing a touch of Vienna to the Blue Ridge. Opening night festivities included music from the Wintergreen Festival Baroque Orchestra and the Wintergreen Cham-ber Players.
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By Marlo AllenMarlo Allen is a licensed Realtor residing in Nelson County
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Marlo Allen, frequently referred to as “That Girl,” calls Nelson County home. In fact, she grew up in Nelson and besides being a Realtor, is a family business partner at Hill Top Berry Farm & Winery in Nellysford. Marlo provides real estate services in Nelson and surrounding counties.
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With a custom home specifically designed for the location, this large resort parcel provides the perfect mix of shade, sun, and absolute privacy. Rare opportunity to live within the resort and still have complete solitude from within the home and also from its many outdoor living spaces such as the spacious screened porch, large back deck, and custom bedroom balcony. This is truly NO cookie cutter home… from the massive stone fireplace and exterior stone trim, to the numerous half moon windows, and the cedar lined ceilings, this one-owner home has a multitude of custom features. Other special features include a first floor master suite with “his and her” bathrooms, spacious kitchen open to a glass enclosed breakfast nook and a sitting or office area, bright living room with stone fireplace and Jodel woodstove, finished basement with extra family room and an unfinished utility room with workshop, two car garage, paved driveways, laundry room, pantry, multiple storage closets to include a walk-in attic, as well as hardwood floors, high ceilings, built-in bookshelves and display cases, and propane heat. With so much to offer… you will have a hard time deciding whether you want to spend your day relaxing inside or outside. Make this your year around residence or your “can’t wait to get to the mountains” vacation home.
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Think about it… if you go to the beach, you want to be beach front. So why move to the mountains and not be “mountain front”? Living in the mountains has a whole new meaning, from this quality crafted one-owner home, designed specifically to bring in the mountain views. Enjoy every season to the fullest from this exceptional home with lots of windows throughout and floor to ceiling windows on main level in dining room, living room, and master bedroom. You can cook, dine, relax, and even wake up to the stunning mountain views. Home has a bright, open flow and lots of space including a full finished basement, first floor master suite, home office, family room or optional 5th bedroom, two car garage with storage or workshop, and a private back deck. Other interior features include cathedral ceiling, hardwood floors, floor to ceiling stone fireplace, solid wood trim and doors, walk-in closets, upgraded bathrooms, and gas heat. The exterior is landscaped and partially fenced with a sunny yard, peach trees, garden spot, and paved driveway. The home resides along a cul-de-sac at the very top of the hill on one of the most private parcels in Rockfish Orchard boasting several community ponds. It is also situated less than a mile from 151 for an easy commute. Approximate Distances: 8 miles to Skyline Dr & Wintergreen; 12 miles to Waynesboro, and 20 miles to Charlottesville & UVA.
I really love numbers, but I never have enough space… In a nut shell, the Nelson County real estate market is showing some signs of improve-ment. More properties are selling, but not necessarily for more money. Here is a midyear snapshot.
Land Countywide Summary;
midyear - 27 parcels of land sold countywide. That is up from 19 par-cels sold by midyear 2009. County-wide inventory is higher; there are currently 289 active land listings as compared to 256 this time last year.
Wintergreen (Mountain); mid-year - 4 lots have sold with an aver-age price of $105,000 and a median of $122,500. This same time last year, only 2 lots had sold. There are currently 62 active lots at a median asking price of $99,700 compared to 51 lots at a median of $110,000 in midyear 2009.
Stoney Creek; midyear - 6 lots have sold. Last year only 2 lots had
sold by midyear. While more lots have sold in 2010 the median price has dropped to $88,000 from a me-dian of $110,000 in 2009 year end. There are currently 73 lots for sale at median lot price of $112,900.
County Properties (Excluding Wintergreen & Stoney Creek); midyear - 17 parcels of land sold. In comparison to midyear 2009, more land has sold and at a higher price per acre.
Residential Countywide Sum-mary; midyear – 87 homes have sold with an average price of $314,017 ($163 sq ft), median of $267,000, and average days on market (DOM) of 161; only 14 of these properties sold for more than $500,000 while 32 sold for under $200,000. Midyear 2009, 49 homes had sold at an average price of $353,123 ($183 sq ft), median of $280,000. There are currently 425 homes for sale with an average asking price of $417,377 ($206 sq ft) com-pared to this time last year in which
397 homes were for sale. Attached Homes (Condos/
Townhouses); midyear – 21 condos (compared to 12 midyear of 2009) sold at an average price of $190,424 ($184 sq ft), median of $164,000, and DOM of 167. There are 137 condos available for purchase at an average asking price of $238,144 ($216 sq ft), median of $214,900, and DOM of 268.
Wintergreen Detached Homes; midyear - 28 homes have sold at an average price of $468,036 ($203 sq ft), median of $422,000, and DOM of 200. Midyear 2009 only 15 homes had sold. There are 104 active homes with an average asking price of $509,807 ($214 sq ft) and median of $454,000 and DOM of 207.
Stoney Creek Detached Homes; midyear - 6 homes have sold at an average price of $413,317 (160 sq ft), median of $395,950 and DOM of 177. (Only 1 home sold above 500k) There are 40 active homes with an
average asking price of $628,018 ($206 sq ft), median of $509,500, and DOM of 241.
County Detached Homes (exclud-ing Wintergreen & Stoney Creek); midyear - 32 homes have sold compared to 17 midyear 2009. The average price increased by 22k but the median dropped by 40k to $185,000. DOM dropped from 186 to 119.
This is not a market analysis for your specific property. Variables such as location within the county, views, acreage, condition and fea-tures can affect values. For further explanation and comparison rela-tive to a property you want to sell or purchase, contact a real estate professional.
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Local author Lynn Cof-fey, who recently penned Backroads: Plain Folk and Simple Livin’, is hoping you can help her. She is trying to locate an entire set of Backroads Magazine back issues, the publication she launched and published for �� years. A complete or partial set of issues from December 1981 to December �006 would be donated to the archives at the Nelson County Historical Society. For more information, call Lynn at �40-949-0��9.
Hedy Shablee (played by Vicki Keenan), Otto von Schnapps (played by Ron Turn-bull), and Tiny Bubbles (played by Mary Wolf) check the script in hopes of finding a clue that identifies which one of them may be the murderer in Lust for Wine and Murder in Nellysford, a murder mystery benefitting the Nelson County Commu-nity Fund and the Tuckahoe Community Center.
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Last month you got a first glimpse of Wintergreen Fire & Res-cue’s brand new mobile command unit. Now, here’s the real scoop on the $262,000 mobile command unit and heavy tactical truck that does it all.
It carries tools used to cut cars apart or fight structure fires.
It can provide 360 degree light-ing, like it did after the April Blue Ridge Parkway shootings.
And – maybe most importantly – this truck has a bank of radios making it possible to communicate with pretty much anyone in the area.
Wintergreen has four ambulanc-es, two response vehicles, and four fire pieces split between the valley and mountain stations. But that’s not always enough.
“Back in the ‘90s, we had a very small truck that carried just the basic compliment of extraction tools. Then in 2002 we decided to go to a full-size heavy truck with a command center on it,” explained Wintergreen Fire & Rescue’s Chief Curtis Sheets.
But they didn’t have the budget to get that full-size unit, so they bought a retired trash truck, com-bined that with the small truck they already had and, voila, new com-mand center and extraction truck.
But after eight years of use, Cur-tis and the rest of the department were ready for a change.
At just under 300K, the standard Hackney-built chassis was a frugal buy, and the truck will only get used two to three dozen times each year, but the vehicle was so unique it was featured on the cover of Virginia Fire EMS Magazine.
With just $100,000 in grants from the commonwealth, nearly two-thirds of this truck was paid for using money from private dona-tions and a capital fund drive.
Wanna check it out (or volunteer with the squad)? The truck is up on the mountain and visitors are always welcome.
“The bottom line is, the equip-ment that we run is paid for by the community,” said Curtis. “People should know what they’re paying for.” NCL
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The Wintergreen Rescue Squad’s new mobile command unit shoots out �60 degrees of light even in the foggiest of conditions.
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outstandingin his field
The Wintergreen Adaptive Sports guy calls it quits.
STORY by JENNIE TALPHOTOGRAPHY by HAYLEY OSBORNE
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Michael Zuckerman has worked hard his whole life.
“Now it’s time to go play,” says the retiring executive director of Wintergreen Adaptive Sports (WAS).
And play he will. Though he’s been up on the mountain for almost 30 years now, winter sports are not passé for him yet.
“My winters are definitely going to be spent at another mountain somewhere skiing my brains out,” he said. He’ll also be visiting the Caribbean with his wife to snorkel and relax and he’ll want to get some gardening in at house in Afton, too. So even though he’s technically retiring August 31, this former special education teacher is not plan-ning to slow down at all.
There’s no official replacement for Michael yet, and he’s playing a bit of a roll in searching for the next executive director, but he said he’s working on retiring gracefully by letting Wintergreen Resort and the person who comes in to take control over where WAS is headed – even though Michael knows exactly where it’s been:
The active pre-retiree said the organization started extremely organically in 1984. At that time, Michael was an instructor at the ski school and
someone approached him asking if he’d want to work with amputees. He ran the show solo until about 1995 when he set up the nonprofit that was then called Wintergreen Adaptive Skiing (since the group now does kayaking, canoeing and golf, they changed “Skiing” to “Sports” a couple years ago). Back then, Michael and the half dozen volunteers he worked with stored their supplies in a closet up on the mountain.
“It’s now 16 years later and we have a slope side building that’s been added onto twice, our own portable wheelchair accessible bathroom, the build-ing at Lake Monocan, $75,000 worth of equipment [and] 150 volunteers,” he said. But what they have is not nearly as important as what WAS does.
“What we do is absolutely magical,” said Michael, speaking not only of the people with dis-abilities that he’s worked with over the years, but also of their families and the students he’s inspired to work in fields like outdoor recreation, prosthet-ics and wheelchair design. “It’s transformative… we show people what’s possible… It’s incredibly powerful stuff.”
Michael said he’s going to miss the organization terribly, but that the timing is right for his departure.
“It’s time for somebody else to take it on.” NCL
Wintergreen Adaptive Sports is losing its executive director to retirement. Over the years, Michael Zucker-man and his volunteers have trained dozens of disabled athletes on the slopes and in the water.
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For Nelson County visitors and residents alike, this part of Virginia is like a little piece of heaven on earth. But two men of the cloth are taking God’s word for it that it’s time to leave – at least for now.
One – Reverend Tommy Thompson, formerly of Rock Spring United Methodist Church – is heading East while the other – Reverend David Cameron, formerly of Rockfish Presbyterian Church – is heading West.
Rev. Thompson is moving with his wife, Leslie and two young children (9-year-old Daniel and 5-year-old Grace) to the Eastern Shore town of Park-sley, Virginia where he will preach at Grace United Methodist Church and spend his free time fishing in the ocean with Daniel. Pastor Pamela Baldwin moved here from Craigsville and started at Rock Spring UMC July 4.
Rev. Cameron is moving with his wife and children to Albuquerque, New Mexico to the congregation of Emanuel Presbyterian Church in the Knobb Hill. His last sermon at Rockfish was July 11 and while the Faber congregation doesn’t have a new permanent pastor yet, the interim pastor search committee is on the lookout.
And while both are sure that this is the right thing for them to do, neither is finding it particularly easy to leave the place we all know and love.
“There [are] so many good memories,” said Rev. Thompson. “The hills, the mountains. And I say that because I never rode a bicycle until I moved here.”
Since then he’s ridden several centuries – that’s 100 miles folks.“And secondly,” he continued, “I won’t forget the gardening. I never gar-
STORY by JENNIE TALPHOTOGRAPHY by TOMMY STAFFORD
Rev. David Cameron is leaving Rockfish Presbyterian for a congregation in New Mexico.
Rev. Tommy Thompson of Rock Spring UMC is headed to the Eastern Shore.
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dened before I moved here, but the people; just walking into their gardens and getting to know them and becoming a gardener because of them has been very meaningful for me.”
“What I’ve thoroughly enjoyed about being in Nelson County is just the variety of people here in this county that I never expected when I came here,” said Rev. Cameron. “I am constantly still stunned by the wealth of experience and the funny idiosyncratic behaviors and personalities that just make it a wonderful place to live.”
When Rev. Cameron first game to Rockfish Presbyterian in 1999, he got the sense that most people felt like the church was “the Wintergreen church” and was full of “people who aren’t from around here.”
One of the things he’s most proud of is the way the congregation has become so involved in the community during his service. By engaging in community service like serving lunch once a month at the Rockfish Valley Senior Center he feels like the tension has eased.
Rev. Thompson has been most inspired by his former congregation’s community involvement as well.
“[One] big way the church has become part of the community is through the Children’s Food Pantry Project, started largely by Olivia Ellis,” he said. “Two years ago she got our children to pack twenty or so little paper bags with food items children would appreciate and hand them out at the Nel-son Food pantry once a month… Now they put together 200+ bags each month.” NCL
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Rev. David Cameron is leaving Rockfish Presbyterian for a congregation in New Mexico.
Rev. Tommy Thompson of Rock Spring UMC is headed to the Eastern Shore.
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Wind. You can’t see it. You can’t always hear it. And sometimes, you can’t even feel it. But one Nelson County man is proving you can get some power from it.
Steve Crandall, owner of Devils Backbone Brewing Company and Tectonics II, a construction fi rm, has installed the fi rst and only wind turbine of its kind in the county.
It connects to an electric panel which goes directly into the power grid. And not only is it saving a little bit of money by offsetting elec-tricity costs, but Steve sees it as a bit of a morale and job booster to his crew.
“Being in the building business, we’re seeing our construction activ-ity slow,” he pointed out. “Green jobs, you know, this may help fi ll the void. And I may be able to keep my guys working at the same time [as I] generate a little electricity for folks and stop buying oil from people that don’t like us.”
Steve worked with the county to establish an ordinance for turbines like his.
“The county did a tremendous job,” he said. “There are different tower heights allowable in different areas. And it’s going to be some-thing we’re going to start seeing pop up. Because they do make sense.”
The one he installed, a 2 ½ KW Turbine, is expected to yield 400-500 kilowatts each month, but could – with really good wind – get up to 2,000 kilowatts in that same time period.
“Of course, there [are] larger turbines for other areas,” he added. “You can supply your electricity needs for entire households with that – it’s a very cost-effective, easily serviceable unit.”
To see Steve’s turbine in action, swing by Devils Backbone in Beech Grove. NCL
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Often times we get so caught up in working in our landscape that we forget that the number one objec-tive is to ultimately have fun and relax. The payback for that back-breaking, sweat provoking work and sunburned skin has to be more than enjoying the view from indoors as you collapse into bed in the eve-nings. What better environment could you ask for than a shaded patio with audible water flowing and a rocking chair to unwind at the end of the day? Or maybe for the kids (and even ‘senior kids’) a tire swing, a grassy hop scotch court, or the traditional croquet or badminton court. The addition of one or two simple features will allow you a place to relax and enjoy your yard while adding a nice touch of person-ality to your landscape. Even if you are ‘planted out’, here are some fun things to consider.
A tire swing is a magnet for kids and adults alike. Find a tall tree with a branch at least 10-15 inches in caliper (or circumference) and toss a heavy gauge nylon climbing rope over it. Now cut a section out of an old garden hose that is long enough to drape over the entire branch and thread the rope through it so that the hose remains at the top of the branch both protecting the tree and extend-ing the life of the rope. Make a trip to your local tire dealer and procure a large truck tire and tie it to the rope about 2 feet from the ground and voila! – a resting/play area for both the young and the old.
Those Christmas lights in the attic have much more potential than the 4 weeks (or less) in December they are strung on your Christmas tree. Around any outdoor sitting area, Christmas lights strung from branch-es illuminate table with a soft glow, creating the perfect setting for an evening meal or drink. Best yet, in-
sects are less attracted to these lights than their incandescent big brothers thereby providing a nice relief from mosquitoes and other night flying nuisance critters. Regarding mos-quitoes, make sure that all of your birdbaths, fountains and even some drain pipes from the gutters have a ‘mosquito dunk’ floating or sitting in them to kill the larvae before they develop an insatiable appetite. It is a hockey puck size wafer that releas-es a chemical that kills the larvae that the adult mosquitoes deposit in the water. Don’t worry, chemical engineering has developed this prod-uct with sniper-like accuracy for just the mosquito and not any other non-target species (i.e. birds, bats, moths, etc.).
Any old lanterns sitting in the garage from your parent’s home or from countless antique sales are a very unique element that, with a little work (and a new wick and cit-ronella oil) can illuminate paths with the element of fire – something very difficult to duplicate with electric lights. With your lantern ready, pay a visit to most any hardware stores for 6 to 8 foot hanging basket rods that stick into the ground (usually under $20). Along a grass or stone path or even around a patio, place these rods about 10+ feet apart and hang your lantern.
‘Hop scotch’ graffiti finds its way onto every driveway sooner or later if young children are around and chalk is available. The problem is heat from the driveway and the FedEx man makes it difficult to play. Try this: find some old bricks and place them in the ground at soil level in the ‘hop scotch’ pattern in a relatively flat area in your lawn. The kids will find a new passion for this old game (not to mention that it looks really cool).
Until our next article, be creative!
AUGUST �010 NELSON COUNTY LIFE ��
asktheDr.
By Agnes F. Schrider, PTNelson Physical Therapy
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Dr. Steve Schmitz is a licensed medical doctor based in Afton. Have a question for him? Email him at [email protected]. Sorry, due to the high volume of mes-sages received, personal replies may not be possible. The Editor reserves the right to edit questions for content, accuracy, and length. This column is provided as a service to readers of Nelson County Life Magazine and is not intended to replace the advice of a physician. If you have a question about your personal health, please consult your doctor.
Agnes F. Schrider, PT is a licensed physical therapist, fitness trainer, and certified golf fitness trainer based in Nellysford. Have a question for her? Email her at [email protected]. Sorry, due to the high volume of messages received, personal replies may not be possible. The Editor reserves the right to edit questions for content, accuracy, and length. This column is pro-vided as a service to readers of Nelson County Life Magazine and is not intended to replace the advice of a licensed professional. If you have a question about your personal health, please consult a health professional.
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The Best MatchRecently, I visited with a friend
and physical therapy colleague. As we were catching up, the topic turned to work. She was recounting how some of her clients wanted to start running or return to running after an injury. She told me that she tells many of them that they “don’t have the body to be a runner” and should choose another sport. My first re-sponse was that she was pretty direct and quick to squash a client’s goals but then I thought she may have a valid point. And, she may be saving them from further injury. She has some track and runner’s qualifica-tion to say what she said. She was an accomplished hurdler, her husband is a retired track coach and they are still in the track and field business. So, she has been around runners most of her life.
When individuals want to start an exercise program, it is difficult to match the person to an activity especially if there is a complicated medical history. However, it is not impossible. Considerations include
training for cardiovascular, strength, flexibility and balance within a safe range. Parameters of time and fre-quency need to be established. And, your current fitness level needs to be established; not what you used to do “years ago”. For some individuals, that may mean starting to exercise while sitting in a chair. For others, it may mean walking 30 minutes, five days a week. Injuries are also a factor. For example, I swam competi-tively for many years and even after I stopped competing, I continued to swim for exercise. After two shoul-der surgeries, I couldn’t swim at the intensity that I desired and had to search for something else to chal-lenge me. I turned to cycling which is something I continue today. As you become more physically fit, your activity will progress and change. In fact, it is good that your exercises change so you have some variety in the program. I encourage folks to ex-ercise in many different ways so that exercising doesn’t become stale and your body is constantly challenged.
So seek out exercise and if you are just starting to exercise, have a pro-fessional match your body and cur-rent fitness level with the appropriate activity to prevent injury. If you have
been exercising regularly, try other activities to challenge yourself and body (within reason of course!). You may surprise yourself. Most of all, be safe and honor your body.
Weight LossPart 4
Eat/Drink Less Calories + Burn More Calories = Weight Loss
Above is the weight loss equa-tion. If a person is motivated to follow it, he or she can lose weight. All diets and weight loss programs follow it, whether they say so or not, for it is the only way weight is lost.
The last column I wrote looked at the eating side of the equation; let’s look at the burning side today. The key ingredients for burning calories are motivation and eleva-tion of heart rate.
First, we have got to be moti-vated to be more active if we want to burn calories. The TV is the ulti-mate motivation destroyer. I think the first step to being more active and burning calories is to turn off the television. Suddenly, there is more time, less couch sitting, and an active instead of passive mind.
If television is not the limiter keeping you from activity, then
figure out what is. Is it the weather? Stress? Commitments? Don’t like to sweat? Be honest with yourself, find the limiter, and find a way around it. Remember, if you aren’t motivated you aren’t going to burn calories.
Once you are motivated, you have to get your heart rate up. Walking, running, or aerobics class does this. But, so does dancing, the Wii, gardening (with a little focus on keeping moving), wood splitting, skipping, playing ball, or chasing your kid around the yard. Find something you like that gets your heart rate up, do it, and burn some calories. I promise that as you get more active it becomes more fun and easier. You will lose weight and live better.
�4 NELSON COUNTY LIFE AUGUST �010
leisureguidefood&diningAmbrosia Bakery & Deli�19� Rockfish Valley Hwy, Nellysford, VA 4�4.�61.9661
Basic Necessities���6 Rockfish Valley Hwy, Nellysford, VA 4�4.�61.1766
Blue Ridge Pig�198 Rockfish Valley Hwy, Nellysford, VA 4�4.�61.1170
Chen’s7� Calohill Dr., Lovingston, VA 4�4.�6�.886�
Chirios PizzaValley Shopping Center�777 Rockfish Valley Hwy, Nellysford, VA 4�4.�61.9188
Copper Mine BistroWintergreen Resort • 4�4.���.8090
Devils GrillWintergreen Resort • 4�4.���.8100
The EdgeWintergreen Resort • 4�4.���.8080
The Fountain Room at The Mark Addy�6 Rodes Farm Drive, Nellysford, VA • 4�4.�61.1101
The Java Depot80 Mosby Run., Nellysford, VA • 4�4.�61.0��1
Lovingston Cafe16� Front Street, Lovingston, VA • 4�4.�6�.8000
Paulie’s Pig OUt7�76 Rockfish Valley Highway, Afton • 4�4.�61.�001
Rapunzel’s Coffee and Books9�4 Front Street, Lovingston, VA • 4�4.�6�.6660
Smoky’s Black Bear CafeWintergreen Resort • 4�4.���.1��7
Stoney Creek Bar & GrillWintergreen Resort • 4�4.���.8110
Thai Mex IIValley Green Shopping Center, Nellysford, VA 4�4.�61.1400
Thai Siam Take-Out41�7 Tye Brook Highway, Colleen, VA 4�4.�6�.8�77
Vito’s Italian Restaurant8181 Thomas Nelson Hwy, Lovingston, VA 4�4.�6�.8688
Vito’s Ristorante Italiano & Pizzeria�84� Rockfish Valley Hwy, Nellysford, VA 4�4.�61.9170
shuteyeAcorn Inn Bed & Breakfast���6 Adial Rd, Faber, VA • 4�4.�61.9��7
Afton House Bed & Breakfast and Cottages
�1 Afton Lane, Route 6 East, Afton, VA �40.4�6.67�9
Afton Mountain Bed & Breakfast10�7� Rockfish Valley Hwy, Afton, VA �40.4�6.6844
Camp Blue RidgeMontebello, VA • �40.�77.�41�
Cox’s Creek Cottage�96 C & C Lane, Roseland, VA • 4�4.�77.��66
Dutch Haus Bed & Breakfast6�� Fork Mountain Lane, Montebello, VA �40.�77.�119
Fallen Oak Bed & Breakfast��� Mimosa Lane, Faber, VA • 4�4.�61.1011
Harmony Hill Bed & Breakfast9�9 Wilson Hill Rd (Rt. 66�), Arrington, VA 877.�6�.77�0
Horseshoe Mountain LodgeRoseland, VA • 4�4.�61.����
Le Bleu Ridge Bed & Breakfast�7 Chapel Hollow Road, Afton, VA • 4�4.�61.1�1�
The Mark Addy�6 Rodes Farm Drive, Nellysford, VA • 4�4.�61.1101
The Meander Inn�100 Berry Hill Road, Nellysford, VA • 4�4.�61.11�1
The Meeting Place8�� Rockfish Valley Hwy, Wintergreen, VA 4�4.�61.��80
Montebello Camping & Fishing Resort1�07� Crabtree Falls Hwy, Montebello, VA �40.�77.�6�0
North Fork Cottages697 North Fork Road, Tyro, VA • �40.�77.�007
The Orchard House Bed & Breakfast9749 Thomas Nelson Hwy, Lovingston, VA 4�4.�6�.7747
Walton’s Mountain B&B6401 Rockfish River Rd, Schuyler, VA • 4�4.8�1.1�84
Resort Reservations & Country CottagesAfton, VA • �40.4�6.8�00
Royal Oaks Cabins in the Mountains4� Royal Oaks Lane, Love, VA • 800.410.06�7
Sarah’s Mountain Retreat Cabin406 Fish Hatchery Lane, Montebello, VA �40.�77.64�8
Shadow Mountain Rentals1�644 Crabtree Falls Hwy, Montebello, VA 7�7.4�4.�884
Simpson’s Hollow Bed & Breakfast�80 Simpsons Lane, Lovingston, VA 4�4.�6�.6�80
The White Pig Bed & Breakfast�1�0 Irish Road, Schuyler, VA • 4�4.8�1.1416
Tye River Cabin
6011 Crabtree Falls Highway, Tyro, VA 4�4.��8.�4�0
Wintergreen ResortWintergreen, VA • 800.�66.�444
wine&beercountryAfton Mountain Vineyards��4 Vineyard Lane, Afton, VA • �40.4�6.8667
Blue Mountain Brewery9�19 Critzers Shop Rd. (Rt. 1�1), Afton, VA �40.4�6.80�0
Cardinal Point Vineyard & Winery94�� Batesville Rd, Afton, VA • �40.4�6.8400
DelFosse Vineyards & Winery�00 DelFosse Winery Lane, Faber, VA 4�4.�6�.6100
Devils Backbone Brewing Company�00 Mosbys Run, Roseland, VA • 4�4.�61.1001
Flying Fox Vineyard�7 Chapel Hollow Rd, Afton, VA • 4�4.�61.169�
Hill Top Berry Farm & Winery�800 Berry Hill Road, Nellysford, VA 4�4.�61.1�66
Lovingston Winery88� Freshwater Cove Lane, Lovingston, VA 4�4.�6�.8467
Mountain Cove Vineyards1�6� Fortunes Cove Lane, Lovingston, VA 4�4.�6�.��9�
Veritas Vineyards & Winery14� Saddleback Farm, Afton, VA • �40.4�6.8000
Wintergreen Vineyard & Winery4�6 Winery Lane, Nellysford, VA • 4�4.�61.��19
gifts&antiquesAfton House Antiques�1 Afton House Lane, Afton, VA • �40.94�.�99�
a.m. FOG9�64 Critzer Shop Road, Afton, VA • �40.4�6.7100
Black Rock GalleryThe Mountain Inn, Wintergreen, VA 4�4.���.��00 x.8��8
Blossom’s Flowers, Gifts & Crafts911 Front Street, Lovingston, VA 4�4.�6�.8��7
Blue Moon Antique Mall & Bookstore8��0 Thomas Nelson Hwy, Lovingston, VA 4�4.�6�.8890
Cat Rock Antiques9704 Patrick Henry Hwy, Roseland, VA 4�4.�77.8049
Claudia’s Florist & Gifts1�1 Main Street, Lovingston, VA • 4�4.�6�.�848
Kelly’s
leisureguide�060 Rockfish Valley Hwy, Faber, VA • 4�4.�61.1169
Foxfire Gifts9�4 Beech Grove Road, Nellysford, VA 4�4.�61.��0�
Garden Trade71 River Road (Rt. 6), Faber, VA • 4�4.�6�.8786
Hughes Mews Antiques�471 Rockfish Valley Hwy, Nellysford, VA �40.4�6.7��7
Logos of WintergreenMountain Inn Lodge, Wintergreen, VA 4�4.���.11��
Lovingston Antiques9�4 Front St., Lovingston, VA • 4�4.�6�.6660
Mountain Vision Pottery�019 Beech Grove Road, Roseland, VA 4�4.�61.17��
Notforgotten Farm���0 Tye River Road, Tye River, VA • 4�4.�6�.6�08
Rockfish Gap Country StoreIntersection of Rts ��0 and 1�1, Afton, VA �40.4�6.611�
SPCA Thrift Store4791 Thomas Nelson Hwy, Arrington, VA 4�4.�6�.8788
Tuckahoe Antique Mall4�0� Rockfish Valley Hwy, Nellysford, VA 4�4.�61.�1�1
Valley Green GalleryValley Green Center (Rt. 1�1), Nellysford, VA 4�4.�61.9�16
orchardcountrya.m.FOG9�64 Critzer’s Shop Road, Afton, VA • �40.4�6.7100
Critzer Family Farm9�88 Critzer Shop Road (Rt. 1�1), Afton, VA �40.4�6.477�
Dickie Brothers Orchard���� Dickie Road, Massies Mill, VA • 4�4.�77.��16
Drumheller’s Orchard 11�0 Drumheller Orchard Ln., Lovingston, VA 4�4.�6�.�0�6
Fitzgerald’s Orchard7�8 Harper’s Creek Lane, Tyro, VA • 4�4.�77.�798
Flippin-Seaman, Inc. – Seaman & Silver Creek Orchards ���9 Crabtree Falls Hwy, Tyro, VA • 4�4.�77.�8�4
Saunders Brothers Orchard �717 Tye Brook Hwy (Rt. �6), Piney River, VA 4�4.�77.�4��
The Apple Shed1481� Thomas Nelson Hwy, Lovingston, VA 4�4.�6�.884�
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eat local.Ambrosia Bakery and Deli2192 Rock� sh Valley Highway, Nellysford 434-361-9661
Ann’s Family Restaurant1170 Thomas Nelson Highway, Lovingston 434-263-8110
Ashley’s Market6445 Rock� sh Valley Hwy., Afton 434-361-2087
Basic Necessities Café2226 Rock� sh Valley Highway, Nellysford 434-361-1766
Black Rock Market189 Mountain Inn Loop, Wintergreen 434-325-1177
Blue Ridge Pig2198 Rock� sh Valley Highway, Nellysford 434-361-1170
Blue Mountain Brewery9519 Critzer Shop Rd. (Rt. 151), Afton 540-456-8020
Chicken Coop40 Front Street, Lovingston 434-263-7818
Chen’s Chinese73 Callohill Drive, Lovingston 434-263-8869
Chirio’s Pizza 2777 Rock� sh Valley Highway, Nellysford 434-361-9188
Colleen Deli4071 Thomas Nelson Hwy., Arrington 434-263-8395
Colleen Drive-In4105 Thomas Nelson Highway, Arrington 434-263-5343
Copper Mine BistroWintergreen Resort 434-325-8090
Crossroads Store2416 Piedmont Rd., Gladstone 434-933-8822
Devils GrillDevils Knob Golf Course 434-325-8100
Devils Backbone Brewing Co.200 Mosbys Run, Roseland 434-361-1001
Doodle’s Frozen Custard8151 Thomas Nelson Hwy, Lovingston
The EdgeWintergreen Resort 434-325-8080
The Fountain Room at The Mark Addy InnNellysford 434-361-1101
Graves Grocery1779 Rock� sh Valley Hwy., Nellysford 434-361-2504
Hickman’s1311 Beech Grove Rd., Roseland 434-361-1205
Ike’s Country Store6597 Rock� sh River Rd. Schuyler 434-831-2222
J and K Market2101 Crabtree Falls Hwy., Massies Mill 434-277-5463
The Java Depot80 Mosby Run. O� Route 664. 434-361-2324
The Junction2851 Patrick Henry Hwy. Piney River 434-277-9552
Little Texas1380 Thomas Nelson Hwy. Arrington 434-263-8275
Lovingston Café and Lounge165 Front Street, Lovingston 434-263-8000
Mac’s Country Store7023 Patrick Henry Hwy, Roseland 434-277-5305
McDonald’sHighway 29 in Lovingston, 434-263-8066
Montebello Country Store15072 Crabtree Falls Hwy., Montebello 540-377-2650
Pauli’s Pig Out7376 Rock� sh Valley Hwy, Afton 434-361-2001
Pauli’s Pizza917 Gladstone Road, Gladstone 434-933-4444
Shady’s Place Deli15819 Thomas Nelson Hwy., Lovingston 434-263-5024
Smoky’s Black Bear Café131 Blue Ridge Drive, Wintergreen 434-325-1227
Stoney Creek Bar and GrillStoney Creek Golf Course. Nellysford 434-325-8110
Subway65 Callohill Drive, Lovingston 434-263-6800
Thai Mex IIValley Green Shopping Center Nellysford
434-361-1400
Thai Siam Take-OutRoute 56 west, 4137 Tye Brook Hwy 434-263-8577
Trager Brothers Co� ee486 Front Street, Lovingston 434-263-8916
Vito’s Italian Restaurant 8181 Thomas Nelson Hwy, Lovingston 434-263-8688
2842 Rock� sh Valley Hwy., Nellysford 434-361-9170
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leisureguidefood&diningAmbrosia Bakery & Deli�19� Rockfish Valley Hwy, Nellysford, VA 4�4.�61.9661
Basic Necessities���6 Rockfish Valley Hwy, Nellysford, VA 4�4.�61.1766
Blue Ridge Pig�198 Rockfish Valley Hwy, Nellysford, VA 4�4.�61.1170
Chen’s7� Calohill Dr., Lovingston, VA 4�4.�6�.886�
Chirios PizzaValley Shopping Center�777 Rockfish Valley Hwy, Nellysford, VA 4�4.�61.9188
Copper Mine BistroWintergreen Resort • 4�4.���.8090
Devils GrillWintergreen Resort • 4�4.���.8100
The EdgeWintergreen Resort • 4�4.���.8080
The Fountain Room at The Mark Addy�6 Rodes Farm Drive, Nellysford, VA • 4�4.�61.1101
The Java Depot80 Mosby Run., Nellysford, VA • 4�4.�61.0��1
Lovingston Cafe16� Front Street, Lovingston, VA • 4�4.�6�.8000
Paulie’s Pig OUt7�76 Rockfish Valley Highway, Afton • 4�4.�61.�001
Rapunzel’s Coffee and Books9�4 Front Street, Lovingston, VA • 4�4.�6�.6660
Smoky’s Black Bear CafeWintergreen Resort • 4�4.���.1��7
Stoney Creek Bar & GrillWintergreen Resort • 4�4.���.8110
Thai Mex IIValley Green Shopping Center, Nellysford, VA 4�4.�61.1400
Thai Siam Take-Out41�7 Tye Brook Highway, Colleen, VA 4�4.�6�.8�77
Vito’s Italian Restaurant8181 Thomas Nelson Hwy, Lovingston, VA 4�4.�6�.8688
Vito’s Ristorante Italiano & Pizzeria�84� Rockfish Valley Hwy, Nellysford, VA 4�4.�61.9170
shuteyeAcorn Inn Bed & Breakfast���6 Adial Rd, Faber, VA • 4�4.�61.9��7
Afton House Bed & Breakfast and Cottages
�1 Afton Lane, Route 6 East, Afton, VA �40.4�6.67�9
Afton Mountain Bed & Breakfast10�7� Rockfish Valley Hwy, Afton, VA �40.4�6.6844
Camp Blue RidgeMontebello, VA • �40.�77.�41�
Cox’s Creek Cottage�96 C & C Lane, Roseland, VA • 4�4.�77.��66
Dutch Haus Bed & Breakfast6�� Fork Mountain Lane, Montebello, VA �40.�77.�119
Fallen Oak Bed & Breakfast��� Mimosa Lane, Faber, VA • 4�4.�61.1011
Harmony Hill Bed & Breakfast9�9 Wilson Hill Rd (Rt. 66�), Arrington, VA 877.�6�.77�0
Horseshoe Mountain LodgeRoseland, VA • 4�4.�61.����
Le Bleu Ridge Bed & Breakfast�7 Chapel Hollow Road, Afton, VA • 4�4.�61.1�1�
The Mark Addy�6 Rodes Farm Drive, Nellysford, VA • 4�4.�61.1101
The Meander Inn�100 Berry Hill Road, Nellysford, VA • 4�4.�61.11�1
The Meeting Place8�� Rockfish Valley Hwy, Wintergreen, VA 4�4.�61.��80
Montebello Camping & Fishing Resort1�07� Crabtree Falls Hwy, Montebello, VA �40.�77.�6�0
North Fork Cottages697 North Fork Road, Tyro, VA • �40.�77.�007
The Orchard House Bed & Breakfast9749 Thomas Nelson Hwy, Lovingston, VA 4�4.�6�.7747
Walton’s Mountain B&B6401 Rockfish River Rd, Schuyler, VA • 4�4.8�1.1�84
Resort Reservations & Country CottagesAfton, VA • �40.4�6.8�00
Royal Oaks Cabins in the Mountains4� Royal Oaks Lane, Love, VA • 800.410.06�7
Sarah’s Mountain Retreat Cabin406 Fish Hatchery Lane, Montebello, VA �40.�77.64�8
Shadow Mountain Rentals1�644 Crabtree Falls Hwy, Montebello, VA 7�7.4�4.�884
Simpson’s Hollow Bed & Breakfast�80 Simpsons Lane, Lovingston, VA 4�4.�6�.6�80
The White Pig Bed & Breakfast�1�0 Irish Road, Schuyler, VA • 4�4.8�1.1416
Tye River Cabin
6011 Crabtree Falls Highway, Tyro, VA 4�4.��8.�4�0
Wintergreen ResortWintergreen, VA • 800.�66.�444
wine&beercountryAfton Mountain Vineyards��4 Vineyard Lane, Afton, VA • �40.4�6.8667
Blue Mountain Brewery9�19 Critzers Shop Rd. (Rt. 1�1), Afton, VA �40.4�6.80�0
Cardinal Point Vineyard & Winery94�� Batesville Rd, Afton, VA • �40.4�6.8400
DelFosse Vineyards & Winery�00 DelFosse Winery Lane, Faber, VA 4�4.�6�.6100
Devils Backbone Brewing Company�00 Mosbys Run, Roseland, VA • 4�4.�61.1001
Flying Fox Vineyard�7 Chapel Hollow Rd, Afton, VA • 4�4.�61.169�
Hill Top Berry Farm & Winery�800 Berry Hill Road, Nellysford, VA 4�4.�61.1�66
Lovingston Winery88� Freshwater Cove Lane, Lovingston, VA 4�4.�6�.8467
Mountain Cove Vineyards1�6� Fortunes Cove Lane, Lovingston, VA 4�4.�6�.��9�
Veritas Vineyards & Winery14� Saddleback Farm, Afton, VA • �40.4�6.8000
Wintergreen Vineyard & Winery4�6 Winery Lane, Nellysford, VA • 4�4.�61.��19
gifts&antiquesAfton House Antiques�1 Afton House Lane, Afton, VA • �40.94�.�99�
a.m. FOG9�64 Critzer Shop Road, Afton, VA • �40.4�6.7100
Black Rock GalleryThe Mountain Inn, Wintergreen, VA 4�4.���.��00 x.8��8
Blossom’s Flowers, Gifts & Crafts911 Front Street, Lovingston, VA 4�4.�6�.8��7
Blue Moon Antique Mall & Bookstore8��0 Thomas Nelson Hwy, Lovingston, VA 4�4.�6�.8890
Cat Rock Antiques9704 Patrick Henry Hwy, Roseland, VA 4�4.�77.8049
Claudia’s Florist & Gifts1�1 Main Street, Lovingston, VA • 4�4.�6�.�848
Kelly’s
leisureguide�060 Rockfish Valley Hwy, Faber, VA • 4�4.�61.1169
Foxfire Gifts9�4 Beech Grove Road, Nellysford, VA 4�4.�61.��0�
Garden Trade71 River Road (Rt. 6), Faber, VA • 4�4.�6�.8786
Hughes Mews Antiques�471 Rockfish Valley Hwy, Nellysford, VA �40.4�6.7��7
Logos of WintergreenMountain Inn Lodge, Wintergreen, VA 4�4.���.11��
Lovingston Antiques9�4 Front St., Lovingston, VA • 4�4.�6�.6660
Mountain Vision Pottery�019 Beech Grove Road, Roseland, VA 4�4.�61.17��
Notforgotten Farm���0 Tye River Road, Tye River, VA • 4�4.�6�.6�08
Rockfish Gap Country StoreIntersection of Rts ��0 and 1�1, Afton, VA �40.4�6.611�
SPCA Thrift Store4791 Thomas Nelson Hwy, Arrington, VA 4�4.�6�.8788
Tuckahoe Antique Mall4�0� Rockfish Valley Hwy, Nellysford, VA 4�4.�61.�1�1
Valley Green GalleryValley Green Center (Rt. 1�1), Nellysford, VA 4�4.�61.9�16
orchardcountrya.m.FOG9�64 Critzer’s Shop Road, Afton, VA • �40.4�6.7100
Critzer Family Farm9�88 Critzer Shop Road (Rt. 1�1), Afton, VA �40.4�6.477�
Dickie Brothers Orchard���� Dickie Road, Massies Mill, VA • 4�4.�77.��16
Drumheller’s Orchard 11�0 Drumheller Orchard Ln., Lovingston, VA 4�4.�6�.�0�6
Fitzgerald’s Orchard7�8 Harper’s Creek Lane, Tyro, VA • 4�4.�77.�798
Flippin-Seaman, Inc. – Seaman & Silver Creek Orchards ���9 Crabtree Falls Hwy, Tyro, VA • 4�4.�77.�8�4
Saunders Brothers Orchard �717 Tye Brook Hwy (Rt. �6), Piney River, VA 4�4.�77.�4��
The Apple Shed1481� Thomas Nelson Hwy, Lovingston, VA 4�4.�6�.884�
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sundayaugust 1
Mix It Up with a Bluegrass SoundJoin in the fun at this pioneer farm on the Blue Ridge Parkway as DEJA MOO mixes up all types of music with a Bluegrass sound. Milepost 5.8, Blue Ridge Parkway. 2 p.m.�40-94�-4716
fridayaugust 6
August Meeting of Nelson County Garden ClubRoger Nelson, of Keep Nelson Beautiful, will describe the work of this volunteer group, appointed by the County Board of Supervisors, to promote recycling and minimize waste and littering. Meeting is open to the public and visitors are welcomed. Nelson County Memorial Library. 2 p.m.4�4-8�1-�1��
saturdayaugust 7
Antique Farm Equipment ShowMusic by Dave Miller and Friends. Saunders Brothers Farm Market. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.Saunders Brothers Farm Market.4�4-�77-�4��
Blackberry Harvest FestivalLive music all day, crafts, wine tasting paired with food. Bluegrass music. Pig pickin’ meal available for purchase. Pick blackberries per quart price. Fee. Hilltop Berry Farm and Winery. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.4�4-�61-1�66
sundayaugust 8
Music Under the Walnut Tree at HumpbackJoin in the fun with Harmony Hill as they entertain with great Bluegrass music at this 1890’s Appala-chian homestead. Bring a picnic and a chair. MP 5.8, Blue Ridge Parkway. 2 p.m.�40-94�-4716
Wine and Food Pairing at DelFosse WineryFee. Reservations Required. DelFosse Winery. 1 p.m.4�4-�6�-6100
Swannanoa Palace Open HouseNoon to 5 p.m.�40-94�-��01
fridayaugust 13
datebookNelson County
Want to be included in our datebook? Visit Nelson-CountyLife.com and click on “Submit an Event.” We’ll try to publish as many events as possible, space permitting. Deadline for next month’s issue is the 15th. Sorry neighbors, event MUST be in Nelson County or benefit an organization in Nelson County to be included in the print edition. Events in area counties can be included online, however.
BRIM Golf TournamentHave fun, play golf, and help your neighbors at the charity golf tournament for the Blue Ridge Interfaith Ministry (BRIM). $85 individual / $340 per foursome Includes greens fees, cart fee, use of practice facili-ties, cookout and awards after the tournament, & lots of prizes. Stoney Creek Golf Course. 1 p.m. 4�4-981-�4�0
saturdayaugust 14
Starry Nights at Veritas Vineyard and WineryJoin us for live music, wine, and the big outdoors. Bring your family, friends, lawnchairs, and dancing shoes for an unforgettable night under the stars. Veritas Vineyard and Winery. 7 to 11 p.m.�40-4�6-8000, ext. 108
Schuyler DayCrafters, country music and more. Fee. (free admission to Schuyler citizens). Walton’s Mountain Museum. 10 a.m.4�4-8�1-�000
Remembering Hurricane CamilleHear Colleen Thompson, flood survivor, and Ed Tinsley, retired State Trooper, share their experiences. Music by Kim and Jimbo. Saunders Brothers Farm Market. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.4�4-�77-�4��
Tins for Tunes Concert Series & Food DriveWith their heads in the Caribbean Islands and their feet firmly rooted in the Appalachian Mountains, Guano Boys offer a distinct brand of island music styles. Original sounds in the style of reggae, soca, ska, and calypso with an occasional roots cover create an enticing musical recipe. Admission is $10 for adults unless you bring 5 non-perishable food items (per person), in which case, admission is free! Kids 18 and under admitted free. In case of inclement weather, please call the winery or check our website for changes/cancellations. Cardinal Point Winery. 5 p.m.�40-4�6-8400
sundayaugust 15
Bluegrass Music High on the Mountaintop at Humpback FarmPam Ward and Grassy Ridge perform Bluegrass mu-sic while you enjoy the cool mountain air and farm activities. Milepost 5.8, Blue Ridge Parkway. 2 p.m.�40-94�-4716
Swannanoa Palace Open HouseNoon to 5 p.m.�40-94�-��01
French Crepe Day at Del Fosse WinerySavory and sweet crepes available for purchase. Wine by the glass or bottle available for purchase. Reserva-tions not required but prefer you notify us of your plans to join us. Del Fosse Winery. 1 to 5 p.m.4�4-�6�-6100
thurdayaugust 19
An Evening with Joel Salatin of Polyface Farm at PharsaliaJoel is one of the country’s most famous advocates of sustainable agriculture. Fee includes catered dinner. Tickets limited and advance sales only. Available at Nellysford Farmers’ Market (Pharsalia booth). Polyface Farm at Pharsalia. 5 to 8 p.m.4�4-�77-���1
fridayaugust 20
Luna-See @ Wintergreen WineryA night to dance by the light of the moon. Wine, music, full moon, and dancing. 7 to 10pm. The Verandah at Wintergreen Winery.4�4-�61-��19
saturdayaugust 21
Indian and Civil War Artifact DisplaysMusic by Dave Miller and Friends. Saunders Brothers Farm Market. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.4�4-�77-�4��
Brew Ridge Trail Music FestivalEnjoy regional craft beers from the four Trail brewer-ies and the music of Ivan Neville’s Dumpstaphunk, Devon Allman’s Honeytribe, William Walter and Co., Adrian Duke Projek, and the Rogan Brothers. Devils Backbone Brewing Company. Noon to 8 p.m.800-�8�-8���
sundayaugust 22
Sunday Afternoon Music on the MountaintopBring a picnic chair and enjoy the picnic and a chair and enjoy the bluegrass sounds of Blue Mountain Sunrise. Arrive early and hike the trails or join the farm activities. Free. Humpback Rocks Mountain Farm. MP 5.8 Blue Ridge Parkway.�40-94�-4716
mondayaugust �3
Brown Bag Book ClubHonk and Holler Opening soon by Billie Letts. The author of the multi-award-winner, Where the Heart Is, tells the poignant, lyrical story of a wheelchair-bound Vietnam veteran whose life is changed when a young woman enters his roadside café. Nelson Memorial Library. Noon. 4�4-�6�-�904
thursdayaugust 26
Sons of Confederate Veterans Monthly MeetingThe Sons of Confederate Veterans, Camp 2123, The Nelson Grays will conduct their regularly scheduled monthly meeting. Nelson County Public Generation. 7:30 p.m.4�4-846-�006
fridayaugust 27
Nelson County Bike FestivalHosted by Award winning Devils Backbone Brewing Company. Kicking off Friday night with live music and more. Saturdays schedule includes the Devils Backbone Mountain Cross, a metric century ride. Sunday will host the Stampede mountain bike race and later a mtb clinic by Sue Haywood. Devils Backbone Brewing Company. 6 p.m.800-�8�-8���
saturdayaugust 28
Birth of DemocracyFee includes souvenir glass. Under 21 free.Wine avail-able for tasting and purchase. Hamburgers, hot dogs available for purchase. Enjoy the wines of Democracy Vineyards and see the progress as we move towards our on site tasting room. At 5 PM there will be a Bless-ing of the Harvest, a tradition dating back to biblical times. Democracy Vineyards. Noon to 4 p.m.4�4-964-61�4
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Ellen EnglishTrager Brothers Coffee
Sharon GressSaunders Brothers Nursery
Ken NelsonWinton Country Club
Rivanna Resort & Golf ClubDevil’s Knob Golf Club
Old Trail Golf ClubMeadow Creek Golf ClubPoplar Grove Golf clubStoney Creek Golf ClubHamilton’s Restaurant
Davis Creek FarmWintergreen Resort
PharsaliaBody Designs by Don Young
Whole FoodsNan Rothwell
Creme de la CremeBob CleminsonJo Lee Schaaf
Boar’s Head Inn ManagementLynn & Larry Luessen
GLAD Manufacturing Co.Gary HorvathMary & Russ ReidLinda RussellM. Carol & William Lloyd SmithJenny UptonLaur Don WheatonAnn & Doug WoodJoan & Neil RothemichDonna & James FoegeMary & Edward BuynacekFlora BallardJean BrokampBonnie CadyRobert M. FleischmanLynne & Chuck CarsonEllen Bouton & Ron EndersAngie & Bob LindquistSunny HalleckCindy & John CoyNancy & Richard WilliamsNancy BrockmanJudy & Hank MeinekeKane X-Ray Co.
PATRONS
THE SPIRITS of NELSONDevils BackboneBlue Mountain BreweryWild Wolf Brewing CompanyVeritas WineryHill Top Berry Farm WineryCardinal Point Winery
SUPER SPONSORUVA Health Systems
SPONSORSMontVue Capital Management
Lewis G. Schaeneman Jr.Foundation, Inc.
Jean & Bruce BertelsenMary & Doug Wolfe
Rice & Rice DentistryWintergreen Resort Premier
PropertiesBB&T Barger Insurance
BB&T BankUnion First Market Bank
UVA Community Credit UnionPrax Chiropractic
DONORSGray DodsonKevin Crowe
Mikel & Linda McGrewPaul Saunders
Susan McGarrityTheresa & Don Westfall
Gail & Ross HassonTam & Jeff Stone
Judy Rendich, Peggy Whitehead,Sue Bernard & Mary Reid
Laura BurrowsKRobbins Design
Boles Ingenito, LtdBasic Necessities
Caromont FarmLovingston Physical Therapy
Tyler LucasFlippin-Seaman, Inc
Blue Mountain BreweryDevils Backbone Brewing Co.
SUPPORTERSAdvertisersAttendees & playersBBQ ConnectionKevin Davis & Ban CaribeWintergreen Winery
SINCERE THANKS TO THE MANY MANYPEOPLE AND COMPANIES WHO TEAMED
UP TO MAKE OUR 2010 FUND-RAISINGEVENTS SUCCESSFUL!
AUGUST �010 NELSON COUNTY LIFE �7
Like beer? Like music? Who doesn’t like one or the other or both, right? Right! That’s what Justin Billcheck and John Spagnolo with Charlottesville’s Cerberus Productions thought, too.
And that’s how the duo helped launch Nelson County’s very own Brew Ridge Trail Music Festival.
“Basically we just decided to do it,” said Justin, a Barboursville resident. “The interests were all
aligned.”Justin, as part of Cerberus,
worked with co-promoter Steve Crandall of Devils Backbone Brewery to get the festival going last year.
“And the day after last year’s event we decided we were going to do it again,” said Justin, who also acts as the festival’s talent buyer.
The all ages festival features mu-sic, regional craft beers, food, and
fun at the Concert Grounds at Dev-ils Backbone on August 21 from noon to 10 p.m. Yes, there will be beer and no, the beer drinkers will not be quarantined to a small beer garden drinking area, but Justin wanted to stress the all ages aspect of the family-friendly event.
“Families are welcome, children are welcome,” he said. “We have beer, but it’s not [only] a beer tast-ing event.” NCL
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The Music:• Ivan Neville’s Dumpstaphunk• Devon Allman’s Honeytribe• William Walter & Co.• Adrian Duke Projek• Rogan Brothers Band
The Beer:• Jomo Lager (Starr Hill)• Festie (Starr Hill)• Rockfish Wheat (Blue Mountain)• Full Nelson Pale Ale (Blue Mountain)• Eight Point IPA (Devils Backbone)• Summer Haze (Devils Backbone)• Wintergreen Weiss (Devils Backbone)• Vienna Lager (Devils Backbone)• Satan’s Pony Amber Ale (South Street)• J P Ale (South Street)
Starr Hill, Blue Mountain, and South Street will each be providing two additional beers, TBD. For Festival info, visit BRTMF.com
Ivan Neville’s Dumpstaphunk headlines this year’s Brew Ridge Trail Music Festival Saturday, August �1 at Devils Backbone Brewing Co.
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encore! Brew Ridge Trail Music Festival returnsSTORY by JENNIE TAL
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Tricycle Good condition with a little rust. Functions perfectly. Posted By: Je� Stone 22958 - Nellysford/Wintergreen 434.531.8218 $10
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Leather Sectional Sofa Contem-porary, Irregular U-shaped, 4 piece Leather sectional sofa. 11 ft x 8\\\’ and 5\\\’. Posted By: P Chabot 22958 - Nellysford/Winter-green 202-345-6383 $1500 obo
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32” SONY color TV Also, Console Base ($50 OBO) Posted By: P Chabot 22958 - Nellysford/Wintergreen 202-345-6383 $150 obo
BUSINESS FOR SALEBusiness For Sale- The Java Depot Charming co� eehouse/café set in an incredible mountain setting near Wintergreen Resort and the Blue Ridge Parkway, south of Charlottesville, Va. Turnkey condition, well-known popular location for breakfast, co� ee, and lunch, artist gallery and occasional music festivals and dinners. $125,000.00 for the business. Purchase of the real estate also available.Visit the website for more information (www.thejavadepot.com) or email [email protected] Posted By: Nancy Kern 22958 - Nellysford/Wintergreen 434-361-0221 $125,000
Metal Storage Cabinet Tan, 2 shelves, w/ sliding doors. 36” x 28” x 18” Posted By: P Chabot 22958 - Nellysford/Wintergreen 202-345-6383 $50 obo
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CARS & TRUCKSSOLD! – 1969 4WD Dodge 1-Ton Restorable 1969 Dodge 1 Ton Truck – 4WD. 4 speed with granny gear and 318 motor. Truck has 50k original miles on it and is a workhorse. Body has a few small rust holes, but � at bed is in excellent shape. New sides built and installed last year. Cab is in primer gray and can easily be made ready for paint. Everything runs and works on it. Bench seat has been restored and has no holes. Would be interested in a trade for small car or truck with good gas mileage.Posted By: Andy Mans� eld 22958 - Nellysford/Wintergreen 434-361-1116 $2400 or trade
1992 Mitsubishi 3000 GT SL 1992 3000 GT with 84,500 miles. 5 spd transmission, v6 powered. Fun to drive. Cold AC. Just VA state inspected. All 60,000 mile service performed. Priced for fair sale Posted By: Bill Heard NELSON COUNTY 434-361-0444 $3850
old stu� 302 engine from 92” truck, long block, $250. VA license tags, 54” 59”, 62”-$20 each. 47-59 Chevy lug pattern white spoke wheels, $150 for set. 4 HP 24 gal. Craftsman Air Compressor, $100. Posted By: MARTY HARBIN 22971 - Ship-man/Rock� sh 540-589-5012 $250
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and 318 motor. Truck has 50k original miles on it and is a workhorse. Body has a few small rust holes, but � at bed is in excellent shape. New sides built and installed last year. Cab is in primer gray and can easily be made ready for paint. Everything runs and works on it. Bench seat has been restored
Kids 14” Bicycles with train-ing wheels Excellent condition kids � rst bikes. Produced by Giant, this is the “Puddin’” model. Always garage kept and well maintained. We have two available. The color choices are pink or purple. they have been very reliable starter bikes for our kids who have moved up to mountain bikes. Both have been well maintained and have never been rained on. Posted By: Je� Stone 22958 - Nellysford/Wintergreen 434.531.8218 $40/ea
Tricycle Good condition with a little rust. Functions perfectly. Posted By: Je� Stone 22958 - Nellysford/Wintergreen 434.531.8218 $10
Schwinn Stardust Children’s 20” Bicycle Very good condition with one minor blem on the seat. Always garage kept and well maintained. Great deal. Sold new for $225.00. Posted By: Je� Stone 22958 - Nellysford/Wintergreen 434.531.8218 $75
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ANTIQUESSnowshoes Antique Wood & Rawhide Snowshoes; made by Bastien Brothers, Quebec, Canada. Ideal wall decoration for Wintergreen Moutain home! Posted By: P Chabot 22958 - Nellysford/Wintergreen 202-345-6383 $295 obo
Antique Virginia Pine Step-back Cupboard ~ 6 Glass Panes Antique pine 2 part stepback cabinet from the late 1800s or early 1900s. Measures 80 inches tall by 43 inches wide by 19 inches deep. Shows normal evidence of use, wear & age ~ Good Condition. Posted By: Covesville Store 222931 - Coves-ville 434-295-9496 $450
Rope Bed Rope bed, very old, twin size, $275. Viking Infrared Speed Heater, used to remove paint from siding or fur-niture, $200. Posted By: MARTY HARBIN 22971 - Shipman/Rock� sh 540-589-5012 $275
REAL ESTATEMountain Home to share has Views, Amenities, Con-venience Charming Home seeks compatible housemate! Rent includes: -2 good-sized private unfurnished rooms + full bath – garden level of single family home -private entrance -common areas: large kitchen, dining area, living room, util-ity room, screened porch, decks -� replace -DSL Internet -DirectTV -telephone -ample storage. Amenities: -gorgeous mountain, meadow, forest, and water views -wildlife; conservancy area -walking cycling trails-convenient to Routes 151, 6, 29, I-64Available immediately. Posted By: Leslie F. 22958 - Nellysford/Wintergreen $645 + electric
House for rent Like new 3BR, 2BA home in Nellysford. Private AND convenient. Full un� nished, walk out basement with laundry. Fireplace. Large yard. Available immediately. 30 min from Charlottesville or Waynesboro. Posted By: Julie Bendle 22958 - Nellysford/Winter-green 434-996-8669 $1100/mo
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Leather Sectional Sofa Contem-porary, Irregular U-shaped, 4 piece Leather sectional sofa. 11 ft x 8\\\’ and 5\\\’. Posted By: P Chabot 22958 - Nellysford/Winter-green 202-345-6383 $1500 obo
APPLIANCESSOLD! – Krups Electric Table-Top Oven Interior Dimensions 12” x 7”x 11”. Posted By: P Chabot 22958 - Nellysford/Wintergreen 202-345-6383 $45/obo
ELECTRONICSHoneywell 7-Day Program-mable Thermostat ModelRTH8500D. In unopened original packag-ing. 2 available! Posted By: Philip Chabot 22958 - Nellysford/Wintergreen 202-345-6383 $40
32” SONY color TV Also, Console Base ($50 OBO) Posted By: P Chabot 22958 - Nellysford/Wintergreen 202-345-6383 $150 obo
BUSINESS FOR SALEBusiness For Sale- The Java Depot Charming co� eehouse/café set in an incredible mountain setting near Wintergreen Resort and the Blue Ridge Parkway, south of Charlottesville, Va. Turnkey condition, well-known popular location for breakfast, co� ee, and lunch, artist gallery and occasional music festivals and dinners. $125,000.00 for the business. Purchase of the real estate also available.Visit the website for more information (www.thejavadepot.com) or email [email protected] Posted By: Nancy Kern 22958 - Nellysford/Wintergreen 434-361-0221 $125,000
Metal Storage Cabinet Tan, 2 shelves, w/ sliding doors. 36” x 28” x 18” Posted By: P Chabot 22958 - Nellysford/Wintergreen 202-345-6383 $50 obo
BUSINESS & OFFICEComputer Stand w/ sliding keyboard tray Black, Right Pedestal w/ shelf & 2 drawers. Posted By: P Chabot 22958 - Nellysford/Wintergreen 202-345-6383 $50
Metal Storage Cabinet Tan, 2 shelves, w/ sliding doors. 36” x 28” x 18” Posted By: P Chabot 22958 - Nellysford/Wintergreen 202-345-6383 $50 obo
MUSICDrums 5 piece CB brand drums with stool. Posted By: MARTY HARBIN 22971 - Shipman/Rock� sh 540-589-5012 $100
Formal Mirror 34” x 50”, solid cherry frame w/ oriental accent Posted By: P Chabot 22958 - Nellysford/Wintergreen 202-345-6383 $600 obo
SOLD! – Krups Electric Table-Top Oven Interior Dimensions 12” x 7”x 11”. Posted By: P Chabot 22958 - Nellysford/Wintergreen 202-345-6383 $45/obo
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