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2017 INFO INSERTS IN THIS ISSUE: • Classy Canary • WCA Community Education • American Profile Magazine • Realty Executives-Ami Bonrud • Jim’s Market •Foreclosure Notices •Summons •Assumed Name •Truth in Taxation Hearing •Board of Commissioners Minutes PUBLIC NOTICES INSIDE: Heritage Society Continued on page A5 AMERICAN PROFILE IS SPONSORED BY: Wednesday, January 4, 2017 H erald & H erald He r man Review He r man Review Grant County Hoffman T r i bune & GRANT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Most employees given two percent raise BY C. A. RAY Editor Son Jeff about to take over Hoffman business BY C. A. RAY Greeleys keep the plumbing business in the family CUSTOM COMFORT IN HOFFMAN County increases levy 4.8 percent BY NICK RIPPERGER Staff Reporter The Kensington Area Heritage Society is a mem- bership-based non-profit or- ganization whose mission is to “gather, preserve, and dis- seminate knowledge about the historical and cultural heritage of the Kensington, Minnesota area.” To fulfill this mission, the Society’s funding comes from grants, donations, gift shop sales, museum admissions, and member- ship dues. Membership runs from January 1 to December 31 so now is a perfect time to become a member. The members will elect the Board of Directors at Kensington Area Heritage Society seeking members the annual meeting in May. This Board is responsible for managing the business affairs of the Society. Current Directors are: Dean Lofquist, Marlys Jensen, Melvin Con- rad, Pryce Score, and Ruth Johnson. A number of interesting events are already scheduled for 2017, including: * History with Eleanor Day-Feb 25. Last year’s event highlighted the incorpora- tion of Kensington in 1891. Local persons participated in a skit depicting the first e real deal is Meals on Wheels At a special meeting last Friday morning, the Grant County Board of Commis- sioners approved a 2017 levy of $6,636,046, or a 4.8 percent increase over last year. The majority of the increase is for two percent salary increases for elected and appointed non-union employees, but there was also a $59,859 increase in the GIS/Pictrometry budget, as it adds an employee, a $16,396 increase in the Ex- tension budget because of an increase to 80 percent of full time for the 4-H Coordinator, and a $6,000 increase to the Sheriff Department to pay for dispatching. Chief Deputy Troy Lan- glie explained that the de- partment is having trouble filling its part-time dispatch- er positions and decided to try and make them more attractive by cutting them from three positions to two, County Board Continued on page A5 Are you getting up there in years and finding it more difficult to cook for yourself? Or maybe you just don’t like cooking, and eat your meals out of cans or between two pieces of bread more often than you care to admit. Maybe in your younger days you cooked for a big family, but those days are past and now it’s difficult to cook for one or two and still have some variety from day to day. Maybe you’re on a fixed income and finding it harder to afford the nutritious meals you were once used to. Maybe you’re homebound. If not, Meals on Wheels Continued on page A5 The plumbing business is all in the family for the Greeleys. Sam Greeley start- ed the business in Hoffman way back in 1981, and five years later moved it to Glen- wood, where his son Justin took over in 2002. From 2004 until 2012, Sam and his wife Marsha did missionary work while Greeley Plumbing flourished. Justin expanded into Alexandria and Brooten, and hiring 12 employees, in- cluding his younger brother Jeff. When Sam and Marsha returned from their mis- sionary work they reopened Greeley Plumbing in Hoffman and now Jeff is set to take over that business, renaming it Custom Comfort. “It’s funny how they never wanted to do the same thing as their dad,” said Sam. “I will be working for Jeff,” he added. “I special- ize in plumbing, while he specializes in heating, air conditioning and air handling systems.” Sam, who is 58, claims the technical advances in heating and air conditioning systems has ramped up so fast, he cannot keep up. “I am intimidated by technology, Jeff is not, and it is what he does best.” Marsha, who has been running the office in Hoff- man, will stay on for awhile yet. Jeff and his wife Macy have three young boys, two pre-schoolers, Gavin and Ma- son, and one, Collin, who is a first grader at West Central Area South in Kensington. The young family purchased a house in Hoffman this past September. Sam and Marsha’s daugh- ter, Janet, teaches 6th grade science at St. Michael Schools. With Justin’s Greeley Plumbing handling the Al- exandria to Brooten area and now Custom Comfort taking care of the territory west, the Greeley’s cover a lot of territory. And with three more boys growing up in the business, the Greeley family could be in the plumbing business for another genera- tion or two. “It’s an exciting time,” said Sam. Hanging up the badge Members of the public and fellow law enforcement officers got a chance to say “Thank you” to retiring Grant County Sheriff Dwight Walvante last Friday afternoon in the Elbow Lake Community Building. The Sanford Room was crowded as dozens and dozens of visitors came by to wish Walvatne well. He is retiring after 22 years at the helm of the Grant County Sheriff’s Department and over 30 years in law enforcement. Gavin, Sam, Marsha, Collin, Mason, Macy, and Jeff Greeley. NUTRITION SERVICES INC. Recently a milestone was reached in the fundraising campaign for the new Herman Community Center. On December 29, 2016, two years and nine months after the fundraising began, $1 million in cash donations and pledges was raised. Donations have come from local residents, former residents, local organizations, businesses, and other friends of Herman. A total of 279 individuals and organizations $1 million raised for Herman Community Center Herman Community Center Continued on page A2 BY DAN ELLISON RAINBOW RIDER 320.283.5061 or 800.450.7770 www.rainbowriderbus. com HALEY OIL CO. 218-685-4466 Fuel, Service, Tires Elbow Lake,MN www.grantherald.com Phone 218-685-5326 Fax 218-685-5327 PO Box 2019, 35 Central Ave. N., Elbow Lake, MN 56531 Reed & Shelly Anfinson, Publishers Anne O’Flynn, General Manager, Advertising .............. [email protected] Chris Ray, Editor .................................... 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WEDNESDAY, MARCH 16, 2016 THE GRANT COUNTY HERALD C1 AG WEEK 20 Full Service Agronomy Site 218-747-2219 • www.ashbyequity.net • 1-888-836-8728 Main Office - Service Station 24 Hour Pumps • NAPA Store 101 Main Street, PO Box 40 Ashby, MN 56309-0040 Energy - Service Agronomy - Parts SPECIAL SECTION TO THE GRANT COUNTY HERALD AGRICULTURE 2 0 1 6 2 0 1 6 IN WEST CENTRAL MINNESOTA Lynn Carlson was work- ing at Malt-O-Meal in North- field, Minnesota when he decided to he had to try out the career he had been think- ing about... crop dusting. “I got the bug when I watched the spray planes on our farm when I was a kid,” Carlson said. Carlson grew up south of Wendell on the family farm. He graduated from Elbow Lake/Wendell High School in 1967 and soon joined the Navy as a hospital corpsman. Based in San Diego he learned to fly and got his pilot rat- ings. But once he was out of the Navy, Carlson and his wife, Robin, settled down in Northfield, both working for Malt-O-Meal. But he went back to the family farm often, had always loved the area... and flying... and figured out a way to put them together. “When I told the people at Malt-O-Meal my plans they were all for it,” said Carlson. “In fact, for several years I would do my crop spraying in the summer and contin- ued to work for them in the winter.” Carlson said agricul- tural aviation had always intrigued him. “It takes a special breed of person to do it. You don’t break the rules, but feel like you are.” In 1985, Carlson started Carlson Ag Aviation on the family farm ten miles west of Elbow Lake. He built his own runway and paved it. There are hangars and outbuildings where a worker mixes all the product right on site. Carlson never has to leave his plane. He sprays herbicides, corn fungicides, insecticides on soy beans and sugar beets and more. “We spray when the farmer does not want to drive over the crops that are there,” he said. “Minnesota has around 150 ag aviators in the state, working primarily the western part of the state, North Dakota, and South Dakota.” Carlson has just crossed the 15,000 hour mark pilot- ing an airplane. He has a Commercial Pilot’s License, and is Instrument, Multi- Engine, and Seaplane rated. Carlson said ag avia- tion is even more popular in southern states such as Texas, Louisiana, and Ar- kansas where rice is raised. “They even apply fertil- zer by plane for rice.” Carlson’s main work plane used to be powered with a huge, and very loud, radial engine. But that engine failed once in 1998, resulting in a crash, and now he flies an Air Tractor 502, with a 750 horsepower turbine engine. “It’s just like the engines on a 737 jet, but smaller and with a prop.” The plane costs around $1 million new and the pilot is protected like the driver in a race car with a metal cage, air bags, air conditioning, and fire protection. He also owns a Cherokee Lance he flies for recreation and travel. Ag aviation has changed a great deal since 1985, not only are the airplanes more powerful, comfortable and safer, but the spraying itself is more efficient. No longer does the pilot have to rely on a flagman on the ground to show where his next pass will be. The planes no longer use foam or colored trailers they drop for the same purpose. Carlson’s plane is equipped with GPS, and his passes are accurate to within one meter. He can actually leave a field and come back the next day and start spraying exactly where he left off. He can also punch into on onboard computer the exact amount of product he is applying per acre. The company celebrated their 30th anniversary this past fall, and Carlson an- nounced he was selling the business to his son, Boone, and Boone’s wife, Charity. “I’m going to semi- retire,” said Carlson. “I will still be working on the ground and in the office.” Boone, who does not fly, will be running the business end of things with Charity. Boone, (while the family still lived in Northfield) recalls working as part of the ground crew with his father. The fam- ily moved back when he was ten. He will still work at Barrett Farm Supply and the two business- es, although totally separate, mesh well together because their busy times do not overlap. Carlson Ag Aviation currently has two pilots: crop dusting veteran Buzz Amundson, and 22-year-old newcomer Andrew Asleson. “Andrew is a local kid who works for Prairie Air and told me one day he wanted to try flying,” said Carl- son. “He got his license last year and Buzz and I have been working with him, teaching him how to spray. We are just like mother hens.” Boone will be the third generation to work on the family farm. “We have a lot of pride in the business and want to keep it in the family,” said Boone. “Our custom- ers will benefit.” Charity and Boone have three sons so, hope- fully, the business will continue into yet another generation. “That would be grand- pa’s dream,” said Carlson. Lynn and Boone Carlson ng n, ’s mi- “I n e s g f . n viation Lynn Carlson on the cover of Agricultural Aviation magazine as President of National Agricultural Aviation Association, 2000. Lynn in 1995 with his rotary engine spray plane. Carlson Ag Aviation stays ‘all in the family’ ‘We have a lot of pride in the business’ www.ashbyminnesota.org BARRETT, MN ASHBY, MN HERMAN, MN Appreciation Days July 15-17, 2016 122 nd Grant County Fair July 21-24, 2016 www.barrettmn.com www.ashbyminnesota.org www.Grantcountyfairmn.com Harvest Festival August 11-14, 2016 ELBOW LAKE, MN www.flekkefest.net Join the summer fun under the prairie sky in Grant County, Minnesota! SAVE THE DATES! Come to Ashby year round! We’re more than a wonderful festival with food, music, and a parade! Check out our website: A good old-fashioned county fair with something for everyone! Rodeo, Ag Bash, Car Races, Music, Carnival, Community Church Service, MN Pullers - tractor and truck pull. Lawn Mower Demo Derby, Tractor Pull, Parade, plus 4-H & open class livestock & more. BLACKHAWK CONCERT! Flekkefest - a Scandinavian celebration - this is a great weekend for the entire family! Come visit! • Friday Flekke-Feast • Lutefisk! • JUNK FEST • MN SINGS CONTEST! • Saturday Parade • 2 Dances! • Inflatables! • Craft Show • Music! • Saturday Dusk Fireworks! • Food! • FIREMEN’s DANCE on Sat. Night with HAIRBALL! HOFFMAN, MN www.cityofwendell.net Harvest - a time for celebration and Hoffman does it right! Dances, games, parade, food, and much, much more! WENDELL, MN www.hoffmanmn.com RIDE FOR SIGHT WENDELL LIONS Registration starts @ 11:00 ride leaves @ 12:30 EVENTS AT THE WENDELL COMMUNITY CENTER CALL 218-458-2207 FOR INFO SAT., JULY 9, 2016 TRIPWIRE! WENDELL FIREMEN’S SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT IS JULy 9 & 10 - INFO: 218-731-7386 • FREE CAMPING ‘Come for the ride... Stay for the Weekend!’ AFTER THE RIDE DANCE TO Come to Barrett and join in the festivities! Check out the garage sales, craft fair, dances, dinners, art show, baseball, parade, fireworks, and more! OLD SETTLERS REUNION JUNE 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 2016 Flekkefest AUGUST 5-6-7, 2016 WEDNESDAY, MAY 11, 2016 THE GRANT COUNTY HERALD C1 HOME & GARDEN IMPROVEMENT ���������������������������������������� �������������������������������������� ������������������� ������������������������� ��������������������� �������������������������� ����������������������� �������������������� ������������������ ��������������������� ��������������������� ���������� � � ��������������� ���������������� �������������� ������������ ������������� ������ ��������� (BPT) - A backyard should be enjoyed to its fullest extent. But all too often, homes lack enticing outdoor living areas. One way to give your outdoor space a retreat is to add a new deck. A well-designed deck can extend your living space, make your yard more functional and, best of all, provide a comfortable space for family and friends to enjoy the great outdoors. If you’re ready to build a new deck and turn your backyard into your favorite “room” in the house, here are five must-ask questions to help you design the per- fect addition. 1. What do you want your deck to do? A deck can boost the value of your yard, but only if it fits the way you live. So, before tackling a deck proj- ect, set aside time to think about how you plan to use your new space. Whether you’re designing a multi- level deck for entertaining or a small, peaceful getaway, a little forethought can go a long way to ensuring your deck suits your family’s lifestyle. How to design the perfect deck for your home For example, if outdoor entertaining is what your deck is all about, an ex- pansive deck with multiple level changes, handrails and furniture can streamline traffic flow and define areas for eating, socializing and relaxing. If a peaceful deck- escape is more your style, a free-standing deck tucked into some foliage in your backyard with a screening trellis and a water feature can create a perfectly restful retreat. 2. How will you access your deck? As you evaluate your deck’s function, keep transi- tions in mind. The easier your deck is to access, the more you’ll get out of it. Decks positioned near frequently used openings, such as the kitchen door, make it simple to travel from one area to the other and are perfect for en- tertaining. Additional path- way features, like decorative stones and ground lighting, can help guests transition smoothly between your deck and yard. If you have a raised or multi-level deck, be sure to think about stairs and rail- ings. While these features make it safe to move between your house and backyard, they can also add visual dis- tinction to your deck. Curved stairs, decked out walkways, backlit risers and decorative glass panels can all showcase your creativity while guiding visitors through outdoor liv- ing spaces. (StatePoint) When host- ing neighbors and friends for spring gatherings, your thoughts may dwell on ac- commodating guests. But how often do you consider your animal visitors? “During spring, flocks of birds migrate and are looking for places to re- fuel and rest,” says Spen- cer Schock, Founder of WindowAlert, makers of bird-friendly products for homes. “A few small tweaks to your yard, is like placing out a welcome mat.” Spring tips to attract beautiful birds to your yard 3. Is your deck near water? If you envision lounging waterside, now is the time to think about moisture- resistant decking. Decks near pools, hot tubs and lakes need to withstand frequent exposure to waves, splashing and, in some instances, full water submersion to stay beautiful for years to come. While there are many decking materials from which to select, advanced products like ChoiceDek composite decking are a great choice for decks with water contact as they protect against moisture intrusion all the way to each board’s core. 4. How do you want your deck to look? To make sure your new addition is as big on looks as it is on function, spend time dreaming about how you want your deck to look. Whether you favor sleek, clean lines or more adventur- ous deck patterns, the secret to a beautiful backyard deck is to make sure it ties-in with your home’s architecture. You can select from a wide array of decking color combinations that comple- ment indoor flooring op- tions, including popular greys and rich dark browns. Or, use contrasting colors to balance your home’s exterior color scheme. If you love the look of wood but don’t want to deal with all the upkeep, look for modern composites that mimic the appearance of traditional wood decking. Their realistic wood grains blend beautifully into the landscape, and complement many of today’s exterior sid- ing options. 5. Are you designing a curved deck? If you’re still looking for a way to set your yard apart, consider incorporat- ing curves into your deck design. Curves can add architectural interest by following the contours of your landscape, encircling hot tubs and pools, or con- trasting the straight lines of your house. Get creative, but don’t let materials limit your de- sign. By following manufac- turer instructions, you can shape contemporary materi- als like composite decking into stunning curves that will have neighbors com- menting on your deck for years to come. Schock says turning your home into a refuge for birds can be fun and add beauty to your yard. He offers these tips to keep feathered travelers safe dur- ing their migratory journey. • Protect flight: Millions of birds die annually by strik- ing glass, making windows a hazard to birds in flight. Try applying special decals that reflect ultraviolet sunlight to your home’s windows, particularly those windows that are highly reflective of open sky. The decals won’t affect your view because they’re virtually invisible to humans, but will help keep birds safe. • Bed and Breakfast: Birdfeeders come in all shapes, sizes and styles, and simply adding one to your yard can help beautify it and give birds the energy needed to continue their flight. Remember though, bird strikes are often a problem near bird feeders, as feeding birds are easily frightened and are apt to take wild, evasive flight; position feed- ers closer than three feet or farther than 30 feet from windows. If your feeder is close to the window, birds fly away from the house. Believe it or not, the safest type of feeder is the kind that attach to the window itself. You can also make your home’s outdoor spaces more bird-friendly filling your garden with the right plants and flowers for pollinating bird species. • Watch and record: Grab a pair of binoculars and a field guide book and take note of the types of birds you see and when. This will help you become better prepared for next season. In addition, consider becoming a “citizen scientist” by submitting your observations to The Audubon Society and Cor- nell University’s database at <ebird.org>. “By making a few simple modifications to your yard and home, you can assist birds on their long journey,” says Schock. Living O F F I C I A L G U I D E 2 0 1 6 GRANT COUNTY ASHBY • BARRETT • ELBOW LAKE • ERDAHL • HERMAN • HOFFMAN • NORCROSS • WENDELL FREE TAKE ONE In this issue Grant County Area BUSINESS CARD DIRECTORY County Resources & More Events & Festivals Parks & Campgrounds Sports & Recreation Goods & Services available in & around Grant County MN Phone 218-685-5326 Fax 218-685-5327 www.grantherald.com PO Box 2019, 35 Central Ave. N., Elbow Lake, MN 56531
Transcript of DEADLINES - Grant County Herald Homepage · • Event Tickets • Every Door Direct Mail • Flags...
2017 INFO
INSERTS IN THIS ISSUE:
• Classy Canary
• WCA Community Education
• American Profi le Magazine
• Realty Executives-Ami Bonrud
• Jim’s Market
•Foreclosure Notices
•Summons •Assumed
Name •Truth in Taxation
Hearing •Board of
Commissioners Minutes
PUBLIC NOTICES
INSIDE:Heritage Society
Continued on page A5
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Herman ReviewHerman Review
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Hoffman Tr ibune
&GRANT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Most employees given
two percent raise
BY C. A. RAYEditor
Son Jeff about to take over
Hoffman business
BY C. A. RAY
Greeleys keep the plumbing
business in the familyCUSTOM COMFORT IN HOFFMAN
County increases
levy 4.8 percent
BY NICK RIPPERGER
Staff Reporter
The Kensington Area
Heritage Society is a mem-
bership-based non-profit or-
ganization whose mission is
to “gather, preserve, and dis-
seminate knowledge about
the historical and cultural
heritage of the Kensington,
Minnesota area.”
To fulfill this mission,
the Society’s funding comes
from grants, donations,
gift shop sales, museum
admissions, and member-
ship dues. Membership runs
from January 1 to December
31 so now is a perfect time
to become a member.
The members will elect
the Board of Directors at
Kensington Area
Heritage Society
seeking membersthe annual meeting in May.
This Board is responsible
for managing the business
affairs of the Society. Current
Directors are: Dean Lofquist,
Marlys Jensen, Melvin Con-
rad, Pryce Score, and Ruth
Johnson.
A number of interesting
events are already scheduled
for 2017, including:
* History with Eleanor
Day-Feb 25. Last year’s event
highlighted the incorpora-
tion of Kensington in 1891.
Local persons participated
in a skit depicting the first
Th e real deal is
Meals on Wheels
At a special meeting last
Friday morning, the Grant
County Board of Commis-
sioners approved a 2017
levy of $6,636,046, or a 4.8
percent increase over last
year. The majority of the
increase is for two percent
salary increases for elected
and appointed non-union
employees, but there was
also a $59,859 increase in
the GIS/Pictrometry budget,
as it adds an employee, a
$16,396 increase in the Ex-
tension budget because of an
increase to 80 percent of full
time for the 4-H Coordinator,
and a $6,000 increase to the
Sheriff Department to pay
for dispatching.
Chief Deputy Troy Lan-
glie explained that the de-
partment is having trouble
filling its part-time dispatch-
er positions and decided to
try and make them more
attractive by cutting them
from three positions to two,
County Board
Continued on page A5
Are you getting up
there in years and finding
it more difficult to cook
for yourself? Or maybe you
just don’t like cooking, and
eat your meals out of cans
or between two pieces of
bread more often than you
care to admit.
Maybe in your younger
days you cooked for a big
family, but those days are
past and now it’s difficult
to cook for one or two and
still have some variety from
day to day.
Maybe you’re on a fixed
income and finding it harder
to afford the nutritious meals
you were once used to. Maybe
you’re homebound. If not,
Meals on Wheels
Continued on page A5
The plumbing business
is all in the family for the
Greeleys. Sam Greeley start-
ed the business in Hoffman
way back in 1981, and five
years later moved it to Glen-
wood, where his son Justin
took over in 2002. From
2004 until 2012, Sam and his
wife Marsha did missionary
work while Greeley Plumbing
flourished. Justin expanded
into Alexandria and Brooten,
and hiring 12 employees, in-
cluding his younger brother
Jeff. When Sam and Marsha
returned from their mis-
sionary work they reopened
Greeley Plumbing in Hoffman
and now Jeff is set to take
over that business, renaming
it Custom Comfort.
“It’s funny how they
never wanted to do the same
thing as their dad,” said Sam.
“I will be working for
Jeff,” he added. “I special-
ize in plumbing, while he
specializes in heating, air
conditioning and air handling
systems.”
Sam, who is 58, claims
the technical advances in
heating and air conditioning
systems has ramped up so
fast, he cannot keep up.
“I am intimidated by
technology, Jeff is not, and
it is what he does best.”
Marsha, who has been
running the office in Hoff-
man, will stay on for awhile
yet. Jeff and his wife Macy
have three young boys, two
pre-schoolers, Gavin and Ma-
son, and one, Collin, who is a
first grader at West Central
Area South in Kensington.
The young family purchased
a house in Hoffman this past
September.
Sam and Marsha’s daugh-
ter, Janet, teaches 6th grade
science at St. Michael Schools.
With Justin’s Greeley
Plumbing handling the Al-
exandria to Brooten area
and now Custom Comfort
taking care of the territory
west, the Greeley’s cover a lot
of territory. And with three
more boys growing up in the
business, the Greeley family
could be in the plumbing
business for another genera-
tion or two.
“It’s an exciting time,”
said Sam.
Hanging up the badge
Members of the public and fellow law enforcement offi cers got a chance to say “Thank you” to retiring Grant County Sheriff
Dwight Walvante last Friday afternoon in the Elbow Lake Community Building. The Sanford Room was crowded as dozens
and dozens of visitors came by to wish Walvatne well. He is retiring after 22 years at the helm of the Grant County Sheriff’s
Department and over 30 years in law enforcement.
Gavin, Sam, Marsha, Collin, Mason, Macy, and Jeff Greeley.
NUTRITION SERVICES INC.
Recently a milestone was reached in the fundraising
campaign for the new Herman Community Center. On
December 29, 2016, two years and nine months after
the fundraising began, $1 million in cash donations and
pledges was raised.
Donations have come from local residents, former
residents, local organizations, businesses, and other friends
of Herman. A total of 279 individuals and organizations
$1 million raised for Herman Community Center
Herman Community Center Continued on page A2
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WEDNESDAY, MARCH 16, 2016
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IN WEST CENTRAL MINNESOTA
Lynn Carlson was work-
ing at Malt-O-Meal in North-
field, Minnesota when he
decided to he had to try out
the career he had been think-
ing about... crop dusting.“I got the bug when I
watched the spray planes on
our farm when I was a kid,”
Carlson said.Carlson grew up south of
Wendell on the family farm.
He graduated from Elbow
Lake/Wendell High School
in 1967 and soon joined the
Navy as a hospital corpsman.
Based in San Diego he learned
to fly and got his pilot rat-
ings. But once he was out of
the Navy, Carlson and his
wife, Robin, settled down
in Northfield, both working
for Malt-O-Meal. But he went
back to the family farm often,
had always loved the area...
and flying... and figured out
a way to put them together.“When I told the people
at Malt-O-Meal my plans they
were all for it,” said Carlson.
“In fact, for several years I
would do my crop spraying
in the summer and contin-
ued to work for them in the
winter.”Carlson said agricul-
tural aviation had always
intrigued him.“It takes a special breed
of person to do it. You don’t
break the rules, but feel like
you are.”In 1985, Carlson started
Carlson Ag Aviation on the
family farm ten miles west of
Elbow Lake. He built his own
runway and paved it. There
are hangars and outbuildings
where a worker mixes all the
product right on site. Carlson
never has to leave his plane.
He sprays herbicides, corn
fungicides, insecticides on
soy beans and sugar beets
and more. “We spray when the
farmer does not want to
drive over the crops that are
there,” he said. “Minnesota
has around 150 ag aviators in
the state, working primarily
the western part of the state,
North Dakota, and South
Dakota.”Carlson has just crossed
the 15,000 hour mark pilot-
ing an airplane. He has a
Commercial Pilot’s License,
and is Instrument, Multi-
Engine, and Seaplane rated.Carlson said ag avia-
tion is even more popular
in southern states such as
Texas, Louisiana, and Ar-
kansas where rice is raised.“They even apply fertil-
zer by plane for rice.”Carlson’s main work
plane used to be powered
with a huge, and very loud,
radial engine. But that engine
failed once in 1998, resulting
in a crash, and now he flies
an Air Tractor 502, with a 750
horsepower turbine engine. “It’s just like the engines
on a 737 jet, but smaller and
with a prop.”The plane costs around
$1 million new and the pilot
is protected like the driver in
a race car with a metal cage,
air bags, air conditioning,
and fire protection.He also owns a Cherokee
Lance he flies for recreation
and travel.Ag aviation has changed
a great deal since 1985, not
only are the airplanes more
powerful, comfortable and
safer, but the spraying itself
is more efficient. No longer
does the pilot have to rely on
a flagman on the ground to
show where his next pass will
be. The planes no longer use
foam or colored trailers they
drop for the same purpose.
Carlson’s plane is equipped
with GPS, and his passes are
accurate to within one meter.
He can actually leave a field
and come back the next day
and start spraying exactly
where he left off. He can
also punch into on onboard
computer the exact amount
of product he is applying
per acre.The company celebrated
their 30th anniversary this
past fall, and Carlson an-
nounced he was selling the business to his son, Boone, and Boone’s wife, Charity.“I’m going to semi-
retire,” said Carlson. “I will still be working on the ground and in the office.”
Boone, who does not fly, will be running the business end of things with Charity. Boone, (while the family still lived in Northfield) recalls working as part of the ground crew with his father. The fam-ily moved back when he was ten. He will still work at Barrett Farm Supply and the two business-es, although totally separate, mesh well together because their busy times do not overlap. Carlson Ag Aviation
currently has two pilots:
crop dusting veteran Buzz
Amundson, and 22-year-old
newcomer Andrew Asleson.“Andrew is a local kid
who works for Prairie Air and
told me one day he wanted
to try flying,” said Carl-
son. “He got his license
last year and Buzz and I
have been working with
him, teaching him how
to spray. We are just like
mother hens.”Boone will be the
third generation to work
on the family farm. “We have a lot of pride
in the business and want
to keep it in the family,”
said Boone. “Our custom-
ers will benefit.”Charity and Boone
have three sons so, hope-
fully, the business will
continue into yet another
generation. “That would be grand-
pa’s dream,” said Carlson.
Lynn and Boone Carlson
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Lynn Carlson on the cover of Agricultural Aviation
magazine as President of National Agricultural Aviation
Association, 2000.
Lynn in 1995 with his rotary engine spray plane.
Carlson Ag Aviation stays ‘all in the family’
‘We have a lot of pride in the business’
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BARRETT, MN
ASHBY, MN
HERMAN, MN
Appreciation DaysJuly 15-17, 2016 122nd Grant County FairJuly 21-24, 2016
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Harvest FestivalAugust 11-14, 2016
ELBOW LAKE, MN
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Join the summer fun under the prairie sky in Grant County, Minnesota!
SAVE THE DATES!
Come to Ashby year round! We’re more
than a wonderful festival with food, music, and a parade! Check out our website:
A good old-fashioned county fair with
something for everyone! Rodeo,
Ag Bash, Car Races, Music, Carnival,
Community Church Service,
MN Pullers - tractor and truck pull.Lawn Mower Demo Derby,
Tractor Pull, Parade, plus 4-H & open class livestock & more.BLACKHAWK CONCERT!
Flekkefest - a Scandinavian
celebration - this is a great weekend
for the entire family! Come visit!
• Friday Flekke-Feast • Lutefisk!
• JUNK FEST • MN SINGS CONTEST!
• Saturday Parade • 2 Dances!
• Inflatables! • Craft Show • Music!
• Saturday Dusk Fireworks! • Food!
• FIREMEN’s DANCE on Sat. Night with
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HOFFMAN, MN
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Harvest - a time for celebration and Hoffman does it right! Dances, games, parade, food, and much, much more!
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Check out the garage sales, craft fair,
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parade, fireworks, and more!
OLD SETTLERS REUNIONJUNE 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 2016
FlekkefestAUGUST 5-6-7, 2016
WEDNESDAY, MAY 11, 2016
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(BPT) - A backyard
should be enjoyed to its
fullest extent. But all too
often, homes lack enticing
outdoor living areas. One
way to give your outdoor
space a retreat is to add a
new deck. A well-designed
deck can extend your living
space, make your yard more
functional and, best of all,
provide a comfortable space
for family and friends to
enjoy the great outdoors.If you’re ready to build
a new deck and turn your
backyard into your favorite
“room” in the house, here
are five must-ask questions
to help you design the per-
fect addition.1. What do you want
your deck to do?A deck can boost the
value of your yard, but only
if it fits the way you live. So,
before tackling a deck proj-
ect, set aside time to think
about how you plan to use
your new space. Whether
you’re designing a multi-
level deck for entertaining
or a small, peaceful getaway,
a little forethought can go a
long way to ensuring your
deck suits your family’s
lifestyle.
How to design the perfect deck for your home
For example, if outdoor
entertaining is what your
deck is all about, an ex-
pansive deck with multiple
level changes, handrails and
furniture can streamline
traffic flow and define areas
for eating, socializing and
relaxing. If a peaceful deck-
escape is more your style, a
free-standing deck tucked
into some foliage in your
backyard with a screening
trellis and a water feature
can create a perfectly restful
retreat.
2. How will you access
your deck?As you evaluate your
deck’s function, keep transi-
tions in mind. The easier your
deck is to access, the more
you’ll get out of it. Decks
positioned near frequently
used openings, such as the
kitchen door, make it simple
to travel from one area to the
other and are perfect for en-
tertaining. Additional path-
way features, like decorative
stones and ground lighting,
can help guests transition
smoothly between your deck
and yard.If you have a raised or
multi-level deck, be sure to
think about stairs and rail-
ings. While these features
make it safe to move between
your house and backyard,
they can also add visual dis-
tinction to your deck. Curved
stairs, decked out walkways,
backlit risers and decorative
glass panels can all showcase
your creativity while guiding
visitors through outdoor liv-
ing spaces.
(StatePoint) When host-
ing neighbors and friends
for spring gatherings, your
thoughts may dwell on ac-
commodating guests. But
how often do you consider
your animal visitors?“During spring, flocks
of birds migrate and are
looking for places to re-
fuel and rest,” says Spen-
cer Schock, Founder of
WindowAlert, makers of
bird-friendly products for
homes. “A few small tweaks
to your yard, is like placing
out a welcome mat.”
Spring tips to attract beautiful birds to your yard
3. Is your deck near
water?If you envision lounging
waterside, now is the time
to think about moisture-
resistant decking. Decks near
pools, hot tubs and lakes
need to withstand frequent
exposure to waves, splashing
and, in some instances, full
water submersion to stay
beautiful for years to come.While there are many
decking materials from
which to select, advanced
products like ChoiceDek
composite decking are a
great choice for decks with
water contact as they protect
against moisture intrusion
all the way to each board’s
core. 4. How do you want your
deck to look?To make sure your new
addition is as big on looks
as it is on function, spend
time dreaming about how
you want your deck to look.
Whether you favor sleek,
clean lines or more adventur-
ous deck patterns, the secret
to a beautiful backyard deck
is to make sure it ties-in with
your home’s architecture.You can select from a
wide array of decking color
combinations that comple-
ment indoor flooring op-
tions, including popular
greys and rich dark browns.
Or, use contrasting colors to
balance your home’s exterior
color scheme. If you love the
look of wood but don’t want
to deal with all the upkeep,
look for modern composites
that mimic the appearance
of traditional wood decking.
Their realistic wood grains
blend beautifully into the
landscape, and complement
many of today’s exterior sid-
ing options.5. Are you designing a
curved deck?If you’re still looking
for a way to set your yard
apart, consider incorporat-
ing curves into your deck
design. Curves can add
architectural interest by
following the contours of
your landscape, encircling
hot tubs and pools, or con-
trasting the straight lines of
your house.Get creative, but don’t
let materials limit your de-
sign. By following manufac-
turer instructions, you can
shape contemporary materi-
als like composite decking
into stunning curves that
will have neighbors com-
menting on your deck for
years to come.
Schock says turning
your home into a refuge
for birds can be fun and
add beauty to your yard.
He offers these tips to keep
feathered travelers safe dur-
ing their migratory journey.• Protect flight: Millions
of birds die annually by strik-
ing glass, making windows a
hazard to birds in flight. Try
applying special decals that
reflect ultraviolet sunlight
to your home’s windows,
particularly those windows
that are highly reflective of
open sky. The decals won’t
affect your view because
they’re virtually invisible to
humans, but will help keep
birds safe. • Bed and Breakfast:
Birdfeeders come in all
shapes, sizes and styles, and
simply adding one to your
yard can help beautify it and
give birds the energy needed
to continue their flight.Remember though, bird
strikes are often a problem
near bird feeders, as feeding
birds are easily frightened
and are apt to take wild,
evasive flight; position feed-
ers closer than three feet or
farther than 30 feet from
windows. If your feeder is
close to the window, birds fly
away from the house. Believe
it or not, the safest type of
feeder is the kind that attach
to the window itself. You can also make your
home’s outdoor spaces more
bird-friendly filling your
garden with the right plants
and flowers for pollinating
bird species.• Watch and record:
Grab a pair of binoculars and
a field guide book and take
note of the types of birds you
see and when. This will help
you become better prepared
for next season. In addition,
consider becoming a “citizen
scientist” by submitting
your observations to The
Audubon Society and Cor-
nell University’s database at
<ebird.org>.“By making a few simple
modifications to your yard
and home, you can assist
birds on their long journey,”
says Schock.
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