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HAGERSTOWN
The Best of Life in Washington County & Beyond
BRINGING YOU THE BEST OF LIFE IN WASHINGTON COUNTY AND BEYOND
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Features
42 THE‘ ACCIDENTAL’ FARMERS At their Clear Spring homestead, former city slickers Amy and Mark Cullember have established a thriving hobby farm for their family.
48 FISH TALES Local fishermen and women share their reel adventures catching impressive fish in Washington County’ s abundant waterways.
56 GOING ONCE! GOING TWICE! At local estate sales, savvy bidders can score auction bargains, amazing collectibles and one-of-a-kind finds.
60 A CHARMING BARN At Ivy Hill Farm, the Martin family embraces the barn quilt movement and creates lasting family memories.
63 PRODUCTIVITY, SQUARED The Rural Heritage Museum’ s German four-square garden showcases centuriesold techniques still beloved by modern gardeners.
86 A RURAL RAMBLE Explore the fertile landscape of Washington County in this pictorial tour of some local farmsteads.
91 THE PANTRY GARDEN Whether it’ s easy-growing staples or gourmet herbs and veggies, cultivating a garden ensures delicious, nutritious options for each meal.
Due North
114 VIEW OF THE VALLEY
116 PEOPLE From hobbyist to journeyman craftsman, tinsmith Bob North has honed a time-honored trade and teaches others.
HM @ Home
H4 HOME TECH Weather-tracking sensors ensure irrigation systems work in sync with wind, sun and temperature.
H5 FRESH IDEAS Check out these new items to spruce up your landscape and lifestyle.
H6 A VISION BLOSSOMS Bold blooms intermingle with boulders and boxwoods in Tim Valerio’ s newly planted cottage garden.
H10 A BACKYARD OASIS Landscapers and homeowners create custom outdoor living spaces that bring the comforts of indoors outside.
H16 DIY Build a compost pile to create a resource for garden-enhancing gold.
HC3HOME SERVICE DIRECTORY
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8 March / April 2013 Hagerstown: The Best of Life in Washington County & Beyond