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Lakeshore Advance, 2013-05-15, Page 23Grifling equipment does matter to outdoor chefs NewsCanada (NC)—The 24th annual Weber Canadian GrillWatch Survey found tat one-fifth of respondents own 4 oo or more grills. Over 65% of lutdoor chefs prefer black, stainless steel, or a combination of the two for their grill colour of choice. Thirty- eight percent of those surveyed said the side burner is important to have and a feature they use often. Just over one-quarter use a rotisserie when grilling and last year, the Weber grill became the number one purchase choice. While only (5%) of Canadians own smokers, the interest in this type of outdoor cooking is quite high with 30% of respondents admitting they'd like to learn more about this low and slow cooking method. Smokers are more likely to be owned by Ontarians and outdoor chefs in Western Canada and their use has increased over last year. Seventeen percent report using the smoker once a week or more, up from 4% in 2011. The ubiquitous charcoal grill is still a favourite of 13% of survey respond- ents; however, 43% feel this is the most challenging of all outdoor cooking methods. Grilling tips and recipes can be found online at www.weber.com. unuwnewscanada.cont Wednesday, May 15, 2013 • Lakeshore Advance 23 &GARDE Plant the right tree in the right place NewCanada (NC)—In celebration of Arbour Week, here are five tips from Hydro One for planting a tree in the right place to stay safe and save energy. 1. Plant tall -growing trees at least eight metres away from power lines. Tree con- tact with power lines accounts for about 30 per \.," cent of power outages in Ontario. 2. Deciduous (leaf -shed- ding) trees provide shade from the summer sun to cut down on heat gain, but lose their leaves in winter to let sunlight enter your home and maximize solar warmth and light. Place them to the south and the southwest to provide shade from late afternoon/evening sun. 3. A good windbreak includes a mix- ture of conif- erous trees, decidu- ous shrubs, evergreen shrubs and perennial plants. The right combination planted tightly together can thor- oughly shield your home from cold winter gusts. Even a single row of white pine trees can reduce the speed of wind hitting your home by 60 per cent at least 60 centimeters away from your foundation walls. 5. Call before you dig to locate underground lines. 4. Low -growing ever- Call Ontario One Call to green shrubs planted book 1-800-400-2255 or beside base- visit www.onlcall.com • mens walls add a green layer What is Arbour Week all of insulation about? to your The initial Arbour I)ay home's was founded in 1872 by J. • exterior. Sterling Morton in Tightly Nebraska. it is now cele - s placed hrated as a week-long event shrubs to recognize the important help to keep role trees play in our warmth in and ecosystem. winter winds out. Remember www.newscanada.coni to plant shrubs EASY Maoft, ',wows Manufactures of Quality Steel Roofing, Siding and Trim 73000 Airport Line, Ilcnsall, ON NOM 1X(1 We offer many products including: • Custom cut sheet lengths • 'Print manufactured specific to building • Windows • Doors • Barn door track and hardware • Stimuli • Corrugated PVC panels • Reflective Insulation Residential, Agricultural aH(1 Commercial Steel Cladding Contact Easy Building Products, for your tree quote 1-8t0n-7(3-7779 \\'Ww.casyhuilAlint;products.ea PETER WASKO RENOVATIONS INC. offer- custom design work' ✓/ Work within .your hugdet �- ✓ Use- quality products ✓/ Personality superv,Ned re professto Q 1 rad es; 519-85.2-6487 asko5.4@gmail.com • Finished Basements • Bathrooms • Kitchens • 11ar(lwood Flooring • Painting