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Good Day!

A quarterly publication of the National Grange Vol. 3, Issue 3 l Fall 2019

GRANGE REVIVAL Members from across the nation came together at summer event to Grange with their feet up, energizing their spirit for the organization.

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Mercantile

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Calling all crafters

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ETCH · Paint · Quilt · CORE · Chisel · Stamp · Weave · Draw · WHITTLE · Tooling

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Grange Foundation

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The Grange Foundation Mercantile is seeking donations of high-quality handcrafted items (wood carved items, knife blocks, cutting boards, hand or machine-made quilts, leatherwork, upcycled art, metalwork, painted metal or cutouts, handmade fishing flies; driftwood items, antler arts, rock art, stained glass, gemstone/sterling jewelry, felted craft, hand-spun yarn, baskets, etc.).

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Donations may be hand-delivered to the 153rd Annual National Grange Convention or sent to the Oliver Hudson Kelley Farm at 15788 Kelley Farm Road, Elk River, MN 55330. If delivering to the DoubleTree by Hilton Bloomington-Minneapolis South, donations must be received by Tuesday, November 5, 2019. Donations sent must be received by no later than October 31 and should be clearly marked ATTN: GRANGE MERCANTILE.

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Once received, the items will be prepared for sale at the Mercantile and all profits will go to the Grange Foundation, a charitable 501(c)(3) organization. All donations will receive a thank you letter from the Foundation.

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Questions or inquiries?

Contact National Grange Lecturer Christine Hamp at

lecturer@nationalgrange.org or by phone at (509) 953-3533.

The

Grange

Foundation

Bind · Sculpt · Forge · blow · SOLDER · carve · WELD

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PRELUDE

LEGISLATIVE AFFAIRS

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JUNIOR GRANGE

Bad maps slow broadband deployment

Author partners with Junior department to call attention to bullying; will raise funds for Grange

Editorial: That “someone” is you

Op-Ed: 5G expansion necessary in evolution of agriculture

PASSPORT: Grange Founders

Board has on horizon several big issues

Time is now to fix rural infrastructure

National President: Friendships key piece of Grange

MEMBERSHIP NEWS, TOOLS & RECOGNITION

Your broadcast channels may be changing

Granges celebrating milestone anniversaries Millennials may just need Grange in their lives Welcoming Ceremony presented in side-byside English/Spanish translations

STATE & LOCAL GRANGE NEWS

FDR’s Grange now site of new economic icon MA Granges lost to dam remembered

NATIONAL NEWS & VIEWS

153rd Convention feels like homecoming

GRANGE FOUNDATION

Foundation board offers report on activities, encourages gifts

PERSPECTIVE: Grange Revival 2019

First-time event a success; variety of activities delighted attendees

GRANGE YOUTH & YOUNG ADULTS

Adulting 101: Benefits decoded Youth Ambassador’s journey started with adventure at NC Grange camp Young Patron’s lessons learned in Grange prepare her for leadership in life G.R.O.W. Club seeks silent auction items, monetary donations

FOOD NEWS & RECIPES

Pecans are the original American nut

Several elements go into planning, choosing location for event New benefit available to RV owners Family introduced to new hobby at Revival Campfire recipes from Grange Revival shared for all

Master’s Recipe: Pumpkin Pecan Crumble

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LAST WORD

Farmer suicide problem must be addressed

New trademark manager comes aboard

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Rural broadband deployment slowed, service gap remains, thanks to inaccurate mapping “You can’t deploy what you can’t map,” according to USTelecom CEO Jonathan Spalter. This appears to be a major reason why the rural broadband gap has not closed faster. Older broadband service area maps used by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) indicate broadband is not available to approximately 24.7 million people, 19 million of whom live in rural areas. Recent Microsoft data indicates that around 162.8 million people do not use the internet at broadband speeds. So, if the broadband provider community has assumed that all but 24 million people are connected to broadband but in reality over six times that many people may not be connected, it’s no wonder we have a rural-urban digital divide. In the past five years, more than $22 billion in subsidies and grants were given to carriers to sustain, extend and improve broadband in rural America. But adoption has barely budged. A potential market for connectivity providers that’s six times bigger than previously assumed should spur more investment in rural Broadband. How did this disparity happen? The federal government used census block mapping data to determine areas of Broadband connectivity. These maps are used by the Census Bureau to determine the population in a geographic area. Several years ago the FCC began using these maps and assumed that if one household or business in an entire census block was connected to broadband then broadband must be at least available to the entire population in the block. That assumption was far from reality. This issue is particularly acute in rural areas where census blocks are much larger and the population is far more sparse than their urban and suburban counterparts. Continued reliance on inaccurate mapping data vastly undercounts the number of Americans who are without access to broadband. To attempt to rectify this conundrum, a diverse consortium of telecommunications and broadband provider companies has launched the Broadband Mapping Initiative to more accurately map broadband deployment nationwide and close the digital divide. This development is a huge opportunity for future deployment of rural broadband. The Initiative is a pilot program to aggregate all locations in Missouri and Virginia, identify their geolocation, and create a platform to identify locations that still require access to

Data sources: 2018 FCC Broadband Report based on Form 477 data from December 2016 and Microsoft Data from September 2018.

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PERSPECTIVE

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Establishing

fraternal bonds

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First Grange Revival a success; nurtures fidelity By Amanda Brozana Rios National Grange Communications & Development Director

events for the whole family and was

conversation with fellow Grangers,”

enjoyed by nearly 70 members from

National

across the nation.

Huber said. “Thanks so much to the

Grange

President

Betsy

The 5-day camp-style event open

several organizers who worked so

Swimming.

to members and their friends and

hard to make this such a wonderful

Crafts. ATV rides. Olympics. Talking,

family centered on the fraternal aspect

experience for everyone.”

sharing, laughing and relaxing.

of our organization, allowing a laid

Huber said the event reminded

Family-style dinners. Line dancing.

back setting for those in attendance to

her of one she started as Pennsylvania

Multiple opportunities to learn about

enjoy time with friends and peers they

State Master 16 years ago that

agriculture and how it impacts our

have often seen at Grange events but

continues today called Family Festival.

daily life.

have not been able to spend much

“I’ve always loved the Family

Campfires.

Fishing.

A “quilt shop hop,” a visit to a

time getting to know, or meeting

Festival and never miss it, because

nearby town’s grape festival and lunch

new Brothers and Sisters with shared

it’s like a huge Grange family reunion

at a Swiss winery.

values who became fast friends.

each year,” she said. “Many people a

attend who don’t attend State Session

picturesque Mulberry Mountain in

fantastic, fun week full of activities

or camps, so we’re including new

Ozark, Arkansas, had activities and

but with lots of time for relaxation and

Grangers and involving many more at

Grange

Revival

set

the

“The

Grange

Revival

was

Submitted Photo Children who plan to show turkeys as part of the Youth Fair Program practice with beach balls in California.

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the state level. Once they get ‘hooked’ on Grange, they

and then only for the degree work, we have had little

want to be even more involved in other Grange events and

time to associate with Grangers at all levels,” Ann said.

activities. It definitely helps build interest and excitement

“Our most enlightening observation was that whatever

in all things Grange.”

the degree of Grange involvement, be it National Master

For those who are deeply involved in Grange at the

or casual National Grange attendee, those attending the

State and National levels, this event gave a new look from

Grange Revival were genuine Grangers, enjoyable to meet

what they’re used to with business meetings and training

and discourse with, who generally displayed a ‘servant of

sessions.

all’ attitude.”

“It was great having time to visit and get to really know

Chris and Duane Hamp, part of the organizing committee,

people and not doing business,” said Barbara Borderieux,

came in a close second with number of miles driving round

who serves as National Chaplain and Florida State Grange

trip for the event – also with several stops along the way and

President.

a few short detours to see roadside attractions – with 4,326

For others who have focused more on activities with their local Grange, there was a familiarity as soon as they arrived, even though surrounded by many new faces.

miles over 16 days. The Gigueres – Barbara, Roland and Kasey – would not be outdone, spending a total of three weeks in travel and

“My favorite part of the Grange Revival was being able

sightseeing with Grange Revival tucked right in the middle.

to meet so many great people,” Jules Keil, 16, of New

Other members who had fewer days to get away chose

Jersey said. “If you forgot to bring something everyone helped you out and they were definitely a highlight of my trip.” The affrodability of the event, for Samantha Wilkins, National Grange Junior Director and Operations Manager, and mother of 4, was one of the best parts. She said it was a great family-friendly environment with activity options that connected her family to Grange in different ways and didn’t “break the bank.” “For a family of six it’s really hard to find a great allinclusive family vacation for a reasonable price and Grange Revival was exactly what we were looking for,” Wilkins said. “As a mom but also as Junior Director, I would highly recommend it to other families. I would love to see it grow to allow all of our children and families to get together with people from all across the country and the Grange.” Her kids came home excited about the new friends they

Photo by Amanda Brozana Rios

made from Oklahoma, Michigan, New Jersey and other places. “Some of the people were so interesting and fun to talk

Cindy Greer of Colorado (not pictured) led a large group of Revival attendees in a line dance lesson during the event.

to!” Zachary Wilkins, 9, said. From young in body to young at heart the feeling was mutual. Jerry and Ann Zabriskie, both in their 80s, said they really enjoyed the 5-day stay at Mulberry Mountain with Grangers from across the nation. The couple, members of Baw Faw Grange #34 in Washington State, made a 4,400 mile round trip over 20 days, with a number of additional stops and side tours included. “Since we have only attended one National Convention,

Revival. (noun) re·vi·val /ri-vī-vǝl/ 1. an improvement in the condition or strength of something.

2. an instance of something becoming popular, active, or important again.

3. a new production of an old play or similar work.

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VIEWPOINT

Family learns new hobby thanks to summer event By Vonnie Merritt Past Master, Oklahoma State Grange Grange Revival 2019 Attendee While attending the 2019 Grange Revival in Mulberry Mountain, Arkansas, one of the workshops offered was an introduction to Letterboxing by Wilber and Jane Heath. They first gave an overview of what letterboxing is. They showed their stamp and the logbook of stamps they have collected over the years. They gave us lots of tips and tricks for the search. My grandkids and I listened intently. Oh, what fun it sounded! It would be an activity we could do together during our travels. When we left for home, we talked all the way home about how we could do this and what all we would need. Before we got home, a stop at the local office supply store was required. We purchased ink pads, ink and logbooks. Once home, the next task was assembling all the tools that we might need for the search. I gathered the following items just in case I might need them. Trust me, they are needed items: leather gloves, walking stick and grabbing stick. Also, it is recommended to carry extra plastic bags and tape, an ink pen, and a case to store the items in. I went to a local hobby store to purchase and create my own personal stamp. I also created a username to be used on the Letterbox websites. (Letterboxing.org or Atlas Quest). My name is Chisholm Trail Gal. The Hunt I first purchased an app for my smart phone. Then I began to locate letterboxes in my local area, but most seemed to be inactive in the town closest to me, so I knew traveling was going to be required. So, my husband and I planned a little trip to southwest Oklahoma for a weekend. I was on my quest to find my first box. My first box was to be found at the Hobart Library in Hobart, Oklahoma, in the children’s section, according to the clubs.

As I entered the library the sign on the door said the children section was closed, so now what... I went to the librarian and I explained my quest. She told be that they had had extensive water damage and they had closed that section of the library; however, I sparked her interest. She told me that if I agreed not to hold them liable if any harm came to me, I could enter the closed area. I explained that as part of the letterboxing community we had to agree to many terms and conditions, and I would not hold them liable. So off she led me to the children’s section. The second clue was to go to the corner where the shelves met and then count three units to the left, however, there were not shelves on that wall. All the books had been placed on the floor in boxes, and the shelves had been moved for storage in another area. She then took me to another room where the shelves were leaning against the wall. She told me that city employees had removed the shelves and they did not report any unusual findings. The box was supposed to have a magnet and was to be attached to the back of the metal shelves. So, my first box was not found. I gave her my business card and then I stamped my stamp on a piece of paper so in hope that when the shelves and books are reassembled and if the box is found she will let me know and I can assist her in re-establishing the box by contacting the original owner of the box. I also recorded the missing box on the appropriate website. Now onto box #2, which was also located

in the town of Hobart. The first clue was H for Hare. I read the clues to the librarian before I left the library and she told me about a park that was near a dam. So using google maps I found the appropriate streets and followed the instructions for entering the park. The instructions said I had to take a path were cars were not allowed so I grabbed my walking stick and grabbing stick and I was off to find my box. The clues were very specific and easy to follow and yes, I am glad I had my grabbing stick. The first thing that almost happened was the letterbox slipped out of my grabber and almost rolled down, but with using both sticks I was able to recover the box. Now opening the box I found a stamp of a rabbit in the shape of a H. I used their stamp and recorded my very first letterbox stamp in my logbook and then I used my stamp and recorded my stamp in their little 2” x 2” book. I also wrote in the book that it was my first find. Then I replaced the letterbox to the exact location where I found it. Then when I turned around, I saw a live armadillo walking along the path. I was so excited to find my first letterbox and learned a few lessons about the quest. I recorded my find on the appropriate websites and left notes. A couple of days later I received an email from the owner who was very excited that I had found his box and said that I was the first to find it other than a friend of his who lived in Hobart. I had planned to locate more boxes on that trip, but I realized that I was in rattlesnake country and decided that this hobby might be better in the winter due to this risk. Since this trip I have searched for another box, however it had not been located in five years and when I looked for it in the shrub, which had been trimmed, and I am sure the gardener had removed it. However, the quest of the search is a lot of fun and challenging. I would like to thank Wilber and Jane Heath for introducing us to this new hobby. Grange Revival was so much fun.

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Grange Revival campstyle

recipes

Like most Grange events, potluck was part of Grange Revival. In this case, some of those breakfasts, desserts and sides were prepared in Dutch ovens. Others came with a combination of ingredients roasted over open flames. And even more tasty treats were produced in the wooden buckets of hand-crank ice cream makers. Test out some of these campstyle recipes at home or on your next trip.

Mulberry

Mountain Man Breakfast Inspired by the Dutch oven recipe found in Lodge™ cookbook, this is a hearty breakfast sure to please! Preheat a 12” Dutch oven over 10 briquettes. Cut and brown a half pound of bacon in Dutch oven with 14 briquettes on top. Stir in a 32 ounce bag of hash browns o’Brien, cover and cook until browned. Stir a dozen eggs, scrambled, over the potato/ bacon mixture. Cover and cook until eggs are nearly done, then add grated cheese of your choice (our favorites are pepper jack or cheddar). Serve when cheese has melted with optional salsa and sour cream. This recipe will serve about 8-10 people and should take about 35-45 minutes to cook.

Photo by Chris Hamp

Pineapple

Upside

Down Dutch dessert

In a preheated 12” Dutch oven, with 8 bottom briquettes, melt ½ cup of butter, then add 1 cup brown sugar, stirring until fully incorporated. Place pineapple rings around bottom and add marachino cherries to the pineapple ring holes. Mix a box of yellow cake mix with 1 cup of the pineapple juice reserved from your can of pineapple rings, along with 3 eggs and 1/3 cup oil. Cover with lid and 17 top briquettes, cook about 30 minutes or until cake is done. Invert onto plate when serving.

DUTCH OVEN PRO TIP Use Dutch oven liners made out of parchment paper to cut down on clean up.

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