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However, the hobby can also cause a lot of injuries, such as backaches, joint aches and repetitive stress injuries.

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By Kathryn Sucich | SPEcIAL TO THE EAGLE

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ardening is an extremely popular activity, with the National Gardening Association reporting that 83 million households participated in do-ityourself lawn and garden activities in the past year.

However, the hobby can also cause a lot of injuries, such as backaches, joint aches and repetitive stress injuries. Serious gardening injuries send about 230,000 people to emergency rooms every year.

Fortunately, there are a lot of new tools on the market that can help ease some of the pain of gardening. Here are some of the best picks.

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Garden knives are handy little tools that perform the function of many other tools. For example, with a garden knife you can dig, weed, scrape and more. They are relatively small (about a foot long), so they’re not too bulky or cumbersome.

Tools with long handles

Tools that have extra-long handles will help prevent backaches and knee injuries. This is because you can use them while standing up and not bending over too much. Look for long-handled weeders, grass shears, hoes, compost turners and leaf scoopers. Even if you’re using these tools, take frequent breaks so you don’t hurt yourself with repetitive motion.

Ergonomic handles

Some new garden tools have special handles that don’t put as much stress on your wrists. These can be especially useful for anyone who suffers from arthritis or tendonitis. For example, some tools have easy-to-grip handles and arm support cuffs that keep your arm stabilized. Other tools have curved handles that are more comfortable to grip.

Gloves

It’s important to have the right gloves while gardening; otherwise, you could get blisters or aggravate finger or wrist injuries. Look for gloves that fit snugly over your wrist to provide support. Some gloves have extra support around the wrists and palms. Gloves with reinforced fingertips will protect your fingers from getting hurt.

Sunscreen

Another injury that many gardeners get (and don’t prepare for) is sunburn. If you are working outdoors, avoid the hours of 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. as much as possible, wear a sunblock with a high SPF, reapply it every two hours and wear a wide-brimmed hat.

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ith snowy days on the horizon, you likely didn’t have time to worry last fall when you packed away the deck chairs and umbrella table. But now that you’re pulling that outdoor furniture out for a new season, you might notice it’s dingy, dinged or damaged. Here are some budget-friendly tips for making that old furniture like new:

Lifestyle expert and author colleen Mullaney suggests a good cleaning and a fresh coat of paint — you often can use spray paint — will make your furniture like new.

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If a portion of your set is beyond repair or repainting, consider replacing it piece-bypiece. Look for a new chair, table, footstool or other item that is similar in style that you can blend into your existing set. Or deliberately choose pieces of a different style to create a “vintage mix” eclectic look.

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cheaper than replacing the entire set, consider buying new cushions and/or pillows that will give your furniture a new look.

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When shopping for these items, start with yard sales and flea markets. Also, don’t forget outlet stores and the discontinued sections at furniture and garden supply stores. Particularly if you’re shopping for one or two pieces instead of a complete set, you can do well here.

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SETUP YOUR TOOLBOX

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ome maintenance can be intimidating and costly. certainly there are plenty of fixes for which most homeowners will need a professional — plumbing, electrical work and jobs that involve multiple power tools come to mind.

But to save on costly service calls, many homeowners can teach themselves to handle a few basic household repairs such as unclogging a toilet or stopping an air leak around a drafty window. Doing it yourself can save and time and money, if you’re properly prepared.

You may just need to organize the tools you’ve already 1collected.

Round them up, make sure they’re in good working order and store them in a toolbox or bucket.

When you take things apart, lay the pieces out in 2 the order in which you removed them. When you reassemble your project, work backward through the items to be sure you replace all the parts in proper order.

Save and read the owner’s manuals and other pa3 perwork that comes with your appliances. Many times they include instructions for basic repairs.

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To learn how to take on common household fix-it problems, ask questions at your hardware store. Most workers there can guide you and give directions for typical household projects. Also, don’t forget to check out the books and videos your local library may have on home repairs.

Assemble a tool kit, starting with basic tools with 5 which you’re familiar. You can

start your collection with inexpensive tools from garage sales and thrift shops, a prepackaged set of tools from the hardware store, or borrow tools from friends or neighbors if you run into a project for which you’re unprepared.

The agents at the Iowa State University cooperative Extension Service have these suggestions for getting started.

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Purists may love their charcoal, but briquettes and lighter fluid emit about twice as much carbon as gas grills, according to the U.S. Department of Energy. Researchers who have examined the gas-or-charcoal issue acknowledge that each method has ecological benefits and drawbacks. Unlike fossil fuels, lump charcoal is technically a renewable resource, but is usually produced far from the U.S. As an alternative, consider 100 percent natural hardwood lump charcoal, which burns at lower temperatures and is made from wood scraps or wood from sustainably managed forests. Brands like Cowboy Charcoal are widely available at grocery and home stores.

While the amount of carbon emitted from grills is admittedly insignificant compared to cars, industry and other major producers, every small change does help make a difference.

Amp up the veggies — and keep them local Typically burgers and hot dogs are the star of the show, but introducing local produce to your grill can mean a healthier meal with a lower carbon footprint. From corn and zucchini to peppers, tomatoes and mushrooms, the summer season provides a bounty of fresh vegetables that taste fabulous off the grill.

BY ALLECIA VERMILLION | SPECIAL TO THE EAGLE

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ealth-conscious cooks have long been singing the praises of the humble backyard barbecue. But often the traditional summer cookout means lighter fluid, smoke and plastic-wrapped packages of mass-produced hamburger patties.

Fundamentally, grilling is about enjoying the outdoors. Here are a few ways to honor the environment while you serve up a platter of burgers and brats.

Keep meat sustainable Local, organic meats don’t have to travel as far as their traditional counterparts. And generally these animals are raised in far more sustainable, eco-friendly conditions, meaning they’re better for the planet and better for you.

If you enjoy grilling shrimp, salmon or other seafood, check out the Seafood Watch list at www.montereybayaquarium.org to make sure your choices are sustainably fished.

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n Researchers have found that grilling meat at high temperatures forms compounds that could cause cancer. n In 2005, the National Toxicology Program, which evaluates potential health concerns in chemicals for the federal government, added these compounds to its official list of cancer-causing agents. n Some studies suggest people who frequently eat well-done meat may be at a higher risk of cancer. The American Cancer Society recommends choosing leaner cuts of meat and avoiding parts of meat that are charred or burned black.

So enjoy your meat in moderation alongside plenty of fruits and vegetables.

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ST. PATRICK’S DAY FUN

St. Patrick’s Day done right O’Bannon’s Taphouse hosts all-day Irish party

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o green the old fashioned way with a pint of Guinness and pile of corned beef this St. Patrick’s Day as O’Bannon’s Taphouse brings a bit of the Emerald Isle to Northgate.

Chris Steele, owner of O’Bannon’s is going all out this year to bring a little Irish cheer to Aggieland with a festival atmosphere full of good food, good drink and good music. Boyett Street will be closed all day on St. Patrick’s Day to make room for food tents, games and an outdoor stage where bands will be playing Irish music much of the day.

O’Bannon’s has hosted St. Patrick’s Day celebrations for the last five years, but this is the first time they’ve been able to bring in Irish music and it’s also the first year they’ve taken the party outside.

“St. Patrick’s Day is the one they say that everyone is Irish,”

Steele said. “Everyone wears green everybody has fun and it’s not just about drinking. Even if you don’t go out to a bar, you might wear a green tie to work, so in some form or fashion, most people participate in this holiday.”

In years past, the celebration has been limited to just inside

the bar, so Steele hopes moving it outside will make it feel more like a festival and make it a more family friendly atmosphere.

The party starts at 7 am. Global Event Group is catering the celebration and will start the day by serving an Irish breakfast inside the bar. The breakfast menu will include Irish potatoes, ham,

fresh eggs and of course a pint of Guinness for those so inclined.

The food will move outside for lunch as the cooks will offer up corned beef and rye sandwiches, lamb on a stick, shepherd’s pie, Irish stew in a bread bowl and fish & chips.

The music will also kick up around lunch time with The Blaggards and the Tea Merchants taking turns entertaining the crowd from about noon until closing.

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The Blaggards are a stout Irish rock band in the tradition of The Pogues and Flogging Molly, and will be playing from noon to 3 pm. The Tea Merchants play traditional Irish instrumental music and will play from 3 pm to close.

Steele said that the combination of the music and food will help people really enjoy the holiday whether they are spending the whole day there or if they are just stopping by on a lunch break or after work.

“On St. Patrick’s Day, you want to be in an Irish pub,” he said. “We are always busy on St. Patrick’s Day because this is the place to be. I think moving the party outside is going to help because some people do get turned off from coming here because we are so busy that day. Now that we’re going to have the street closed off and the music outside, it’s going to create more space for more people to participate in that Irish pub style celebration.

“It also makes it more of an all ages kind of a thing. Before, people don’t really want to take their kids inside of a bar, so they wouldn’t come. Now the whole family can enjoy the food and the music and the fun.”

O’Bannon’s will also be hosting games and activities on St. Patrick’s Day including a sexy kilt contest and Guinness relays.

There will also be lots of shirts, beads and other Irish-type contests and giveaways all day long.

No St. Patrick’s Day celebration is complete without Guinness and green beer, and O’Bannon’s will be serving both all day. In fact, O’Bannon’s ranks 6th in the state in Guinness sales and Stele is proud to say his bartenders always pour the perfect pint.

“There’s an Irish word ‘craic,’ pronounced crack, and it means good times,” Steele said. “If you were describing a pub that you really like, you’d say the place had good craic. Paddy’s day is amazing craic. It’s a lot of fun here.”

O’Bannon’s Taphouse is located at 103 Boyett Street in Northgate. For more information about the St. Patrick’s Day festival visit www.obannonstaphouse. com or call 979-846-9214.

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START TRAINING YOUR DOG

Time to train Teaching dog obedience takes patience and commitment

By Melissa Erickson Special to The Eagle

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ll dogs have something in common: They can benefit from obedience training — tiny teacup terriers, mammoth Newfoundlands, energetic yellow Labs and even laid-back Bassett hounds.

To be a happy, healthy, well-adjusted dog, the family pooch needs to learn to obey, said Jan Gribble, president of the National Association of Dog Obedience Instructors and owner of ABC Dog Training in Socorro, N.M. But who is the best person to train your dog — owner or professional? Can you do it yourself or should you seek out help?

“It depends,” said Gribble.

“It is usually preferable for the owner to train his/her dog because training also encompasses the owner’s behaviors.”

There are plenty of books and online resources available for pet owners. But are you the type of person who will stick with it? Dog training takes time and patience, commitment, consistency and an understanding of dog behavior.

If you think you need a little help with training or your dog has some problem behaviors you can’t tackle

alone, there are plenty of dog training facilities willing to train for a small fee.

Group classes can average $40 to $125 for four to eight one-hour weekly sessions.

Private classes range from $30 to $100 an hour, and boarding schools can run $950 to $2,500 for two to four weeks of boarding/training, according to costhelp.com.

“Choosing a trainer should start first and foremost with a clear idea of what goals the owner has with respect to training, and then finding an instructor/ trainer who can help the owner reach those goals,” said Gribble. So if off-leash reliability is important to the owner, be sure to select an instructor with a proven ability to achieve that skill.

Because almost anyone can print up some fliers and claim to be a dog trainer, it’s important to do some research before selecting an instructor.

“The owner also has to be comfortable with both the instructor/ trainer & with the environment,” Gribble said.

Dog-training tips • Observe a class before signing up to size up the trainer’s skills.

Does the trainer offer individual attention and good, clear advice and instructions? How will dogs be corrected? Are they rewarded rather than punished? How will the trainer teach your dog to sit or lie down?

Does he or she work well with different (and especially your) breeds of dog? Does the facility seem safe?

Do the instructors have teaching credentials?

• “Competent instructors have extensive tool boxes — more than one method — and have a good knowledge of the proper use of various types of equipment so that if something doesn’t work, they can offer alternatives,” said Gribble.

• “Good people skills are also necessary,” Gribble said. “If the person cannot communicate effectively with the owner, it doesn’t matter how good of a trainer they are — they won’t be able to effectively help the owner.”

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WATCH YOUR BANK

Watch out for new charges popping up on statements

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ince new regulations in 2010 made it more difficult for banks to hit customers with overdraft fees, banks have created or reinstituted some charges you might have noticed on your monthly statement.

Personal finance blogger Jeffrey Strain of SavingAdvice.com has these tips for avoiding banking fees.

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Credit unions generally have lower fees, better service and lower minimum balance requirements for checking accounts.

If a credit union isn’t an option, consider switching from a large, national bank to a local institution. Local banks might have fewer ATMs and be slightly less convenient, but their fees are often substantially lower.

Know the rules Many banks have created monthly maintenance fees for checking accounts. You can sometimes avoid these if you have a mortgage or other account at the same bank, if you use your debit card regularly or if you have a credit card issued by the same bank. Read the fine print to find out what eliminates those maintenance fees.

Keep the minimum balance Banks dropped minimum balance requirements for a few years, but in the absence of overdraft fees, they’re making a comeback.

Be sure you know your bank’s minimum balance, and keep at least that much in your checking account to avoid a fee.

Stay up to date Your bank can’t change the rules for fees and penalties without sending you notice. It’s a lot of fine print, but be sure to read all the information that comes from your bank.

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Get to bed You have just a few months until school’s out for the summer, so it’s a great time to get your family into perfect health so you can enjoy your summer holidays. The first step is easy: Kids younger than 5 should be getting at least 11 hours of sleep a night, according to a study published in the Archives of Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine. Kids who get fewer than 11 hours a night on a regular basis are at a greater risk of being overweight or obese.

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Zap stress People who try yoga for the first time and do their practice three times weekly report lower anxiety and a better mood than people who walk for the same amount of time, says a study by Boston University researchers. That’s because yoga helps your brain give off gamma-aminobutyric acid — a calming chemical. stock.xchng photos

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April showers bring May flowers — and when the rain starts pouring, get inside and go online. Sitting in front of the computer while logging your food and exercise regimes will help you lose weight faster than those who skip their computer time, says a study published in the Journal of Medical Internet Research. When you’re able to view your progress, you’re more likely to keep up the diet and exercise.

If anyone in your family suffers from knee pain, simply grab them an over-the-counter shoe insert, which can be found at your local drugstore. A study published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine finds that people suffering from knee pain reported fewer aches when they wore generic inserts in their shoes than when they skipped the inserts. It’s an easy, cheap fix.

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It’s in the veggie aisle. Grab some mushrooms, which can fight colds and the flu, according to researchers at the Jean Mayer USDA Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging at Tufts University. The compounds in the simple white button mushrooms boost your immune system to get rid of infections.

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By Wynne Everett | SPECIAL TO THE EAGLE oaps, detergents and personal care products can add a lot to a monthly S household budget. Making each package of these products go further can help stretch a dollar and shouldn’t be too hard — most of us are using too much of these already. Here are some ideas for cutting back on overuse:

read the labels on your Most of us use too much laundry 1ucts.Carefully 5 cleaning and personal care proddetergent. New machines use less The amount you’ve been using water, and new concentrated varieties might be significantly more than the manufacturer recommends.

Carefully measure laundry soap 2 into the cap. If you can’t see the measuring lines clearly, repurpose an

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Consider washing or conditioning 3 your hair every other day instead of daily.

of soap call for smaller portions of detergent per wash. Not only can using too much soap waste money, it can be bad for your clothes and your machine. Mary Zeitler, consumer scientist with Whirlpool Institute of Fabric Science, warned that excess detergent can build up on your clothes, which makes them dingy, and build up in your machine, which will make it smell musty.

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