Monthly Archives: May 2010

Maximum Cold

 Turn refrigerator to maximum cold the day before the storm to keep food colder longer if you lose power. You can also freeze two liter bottles of water to put in the fridge to help keep it colder longer.

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Parking Under a Tree

 During a storm never park your car under a tree for protection; the limbs can fall and damage it.

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Vacation

 Arrange with a friend to put all your outdoor furniture in the garage if a storm hits before leaving on vacation.

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Stay Away from the Wind

 During a storm stay on the opposite side of the wind or middle of your home and away from any windows

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Tip #11 Trim Your Trees

How to Prune Trees Contents Introduction Why Prune Pruning Approaches Pruning Cuts Pruning Practices That Harm Trees When to Prune Pruning Tools Treating Wounds Pruning Guidelines Glossary References Authors Introduction The objective of pruning is to produce strong, healthy, attractive … Continue reading

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LED vs Incandescent Flashlights

When buying flashlights or lanterns go with the LED. They use up to 1/30 the power, and are three times as bright!

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Pet Carriers

Get out your pet carrier and let your pets get use to it, it will make it easier to get them in later.

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