Nappanee Advance-News, Volume 125, Number 11, Nappanee, Elkhart County, 22 May 2002 — Page 12

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Advance News * Vtednesday, May 22. 2002

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By Mary Ann Lwnhart-Cross rihmini Educator EXchart County Warm weather is the ideal time .to cook out. Even with today's modem gas grill, more people cook outdoors in the summer than any other time of the year. But warm temperatures are also ideal for bacteria and other pathogens to multiply and cause food borne illness. Following are simple guidelines for grilling food safety. The first area to think about is from the store to home. When shopping for meat, poultry, frozen foods and dairy

By Jeff Borbrink Extension Educator, Either! County The most common types of mole in the area is the Eastern mole. It is generally 5-8 inches long and lives its life almost underground. The mole is a fast and tireless digger and can tunnel up to 300 feet a day when looking for a mate! While they are nearly blind, they can hear very well and rely on their sense of smell for food. A mole feeds almost exclusively on insects and worms. Moles can be active both day and night throughout the year, but are most active in the spring and fall. The nest is usually 4-16 inches below ground and can be located either under a protected area such as a boulder or fence tow or out in an open field area. The mole digs both surface and deep runways and uses certain channels of both for its main travel. Surface runways are the ones most noticeable in a lawn. These runs may be used daily or may be used irregularly. The deeper runs are usually 3-12 inches below the ground and are used by moles almost daily. Runs commonly follow fence rows, concrete paths or woody perimeters of a field or yard. The number of mounds or surface runs noted in a lawn is not an indication of the number of moles present. Generally, one acre of land will only support 2-3 moles at one time. Trapping is the most effective means of mole control. While there are several types of traps, the harpoon trap is probably the easiest one to use. Using 3-5 traps per acre will i 'yield - quicker ■ and mote effective results. The best time to trap is spring and fall when mole activity is at its peak. It is also essential to locate the active runs. To do this, look for runs that follow a fairly straight course or appear to connect 2 mounds. Other main runs may follow fence tows or a woody perimeter of the yard. Poke a small hole in the run in several areas with a stick. Moles will repair these holes in their main runways within a day or two. If repairs are not made, then the run is probably not an active one. Once the main runs are identified, place a trap in each of the runs. Since moles have the ability to detect and spring an improperly set trap, place and set the traps careful-' iyFirst measure the depth of the tunnel with a stick. The bottom of the run should be no deeper than the length of the trap spikes. If it is, remove a layer of soil. Next, press down a short section of the run so that the run is collapsed to 1/2 of its original diameter. Push the supporting spikes of the trap in the ground, one on either side of the runway until the trigger pan just barely touches the depressed tunnel. Be sure the trap is centered over the run and supporting spikes do not cut in the tunnel. Pump the spring of the trap up and down a few times so the spikes can clear away obstructions. Now, set the trap and leave it. You can place a bucket upside down over the trap to protect children and pets. Check the traps 1-2 times daily.

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products, put them in the shopping can last. To prevent cross contamination, which happens when raw meat or poultry juices drip on other foods, put packages of raw meat and poultry into plastic bags. Once you’re out of the store, think about putting the cold and frozen foods into the air conditioned car—not the trunk. It is a good idea to take the groceries straight home, so plan to do your grocery shopping last In the summer, if home is more than a 30-minute drive, bring a

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If there is no activity in 3-4 days, move the trap to another portion of a main runway. Using 3-5 traps per acre will yield more effective results. In order to keep the moles from going around the traps, make an

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cooler with ice from home and place perishable food in it for the trip. Once you get home, place meat and poultry in the refrigerator immediately. Freeze poultry and ground meat that won't be used in one or two days; freeze other meat within four to five days. When you are ready to prepare meat you need to defrost it safely. Completely thaw meat and poultry before grilling so it cooks more evenly. It is best to use the refrigerator for slow, safe thawing or thaw items in a sealed plastic bag in cold

underground fence to popsicle sticks or small garden- stakes spaced about 1 inch apart and extending about 10 inches on either side of the trap. Because the mole has a keen sense of smell, avoid handling the naps without gloves. Use mineral

amusement park and resort on Lake Shafer. After which you can make a quick pit stop in Cutler home to the picturesque Adams Covered Bridge and Adams Mill which is now a museum of Americana. Crawfordsvle Go straight to jail! See the Old Jail Museum, with its unusual rotary cells. History buffs also should visit Lane Place Antebellum Mansion. Lane was instrumental in assisting Lincoln in his run for the presidential nomination. Also in Crawfordsville is the Ben Hur Museum, home to Lew Wallace, the author of Ben Hur. lake State Road 47 southeast, to rustic Shades-State Park, a nature lover's dream, or Turkey Run State Park, one of the state's finest with miles of great hiking. Then rest and relax at the Turkey Run Inn.

water. The only time I recommend using the microwave for defrosting meat products is when they will be placed on the grill immediately or cooked another way. Some recipes state to marinate meat and poultry for several hours or days to either tenderize or add flavor. Always marinate food in the refrigerator, not on the counter! If some of the marinade is to be used as a sauce on the cooked food, reserve a portion of the marinade. Do not put raw meat and poultry in it. Don't reuse the marinade used on

oil to lubricate the trap. The key to successful trapping is patience and persistence. So. place traps carefully, and keep trying until experience leads to success. The Elkhart County Purdue Cooperative Extension Service has

State Park for great hiking. CENTRAL Zlonsvle Pay a visit to the quaint village of Zionsville. Over 50 charming little gift shops await! Enjoy a horse-drawn carriage along the fabled bricked Main Street. You may be tempted to stay the night at the Brick Street Inn. This beautiful Victorianstyle bed and breakfast offers a scrumptious breakfast. For more info, call Greater Zionsville Chamber of Commerce at (317) 873-3836. Hamlton County Wr-ojnEaattr of • Zionsville. -lies Noblesville. In search of the perfect antique? Noblesville offers 70 dealers on the courthouse square. Then, take a load off and enjoy a train ride at the Indiana Transportation Museum. South of Zionsville on Allisonville Road, you'll discover one of America's foremost outdoor living history treasures Conner Prairie. This recreated T 836 prairie town village is the ultimate interactive experience. Leam about pioneer life by chatting with costumed interpreters. Also while in Hamilton County, drop by the Hamilton County Visitor Center for information on the many golf packages in Hamilton County. Explore the fascinating life and work of famous Hoosier poet James Whitcomb Riley. The Riley Home Complex is a short drive southeast to Greenfield. Then, head south to Shelbyville on State Road 9. You’ll want to stop for dinner at the worldfamous, 150-year-old Kopper Kettle Inn in Morristown. And once in Shelbyville, visit the Grover Museum with three changing galleries and model railroad layout. Or swing over to Boggstown for a show at the Boggstown Inn & Cabaret a slice of Americana you won't believe! - Indianapolis For the big city experience, head into Indianapolis and experience top museums: The Children's Museum, The Colonel Eli Lilly Civil War Museum, Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art, the Indiana Historical

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raw meat or poultry unless it is boiled first to destroy any bacteria. When you carry food to a picnic site, keep it cold to minimize bacterial growth. If take out foods such as fried chicken or barbecued beef will bd reheated on the grill and they won’t be eaten within two hours of pickup, buy them ahead of time and chill thoroughly in the refrigerator. Use an insulated cooler with sufficient ice or ice packs to keep the food at 40 degrees. Then pack food right from the refrigerator into the cooler immediately just before

a publication called ADM-10, Animal Damage Management, which has more information on mole damage control. You can pick up a copy by visiting their office at the Goshen fairgrounds, or in the County Court

Society, Indiana Medical History Museum, Indiana State Museum, Indianapolis Museum of Art, Indianapolis Motor Speedway Hall of Fame Museum, and the new NCAA Hall of Champions. While in town, have dinner at the famous St. Elmo Steak House. The art of athletics meets champion museums. City skyscrapers watch over charming little neighborhoods. The agenda is comfortably packed. The menu offers something different every day and the shopping goes on forever, SOUTH Seymour Shop til you drop. Every day is a sale day at the Tanger Factory Outlet Mall in Seymour where you can buy direct from 30 authentic brand-name outlets. After shopping, travel east to North Vernon for some R&R at quiet and peaceful Muscatatuck Park. Ready to get back on your feet? Take a walking tour in Vernon of many Federal and Greek Revival structures dating to the early 1800 s. Greensburg Check out the unusual courthouse in Greensburg (make sure to look up!), then head east on SR 46 to Oldenburg, where gentle hills and towering spires make a perfect photo opportunity. Batesvle/ Metamora In nearby Batesville, grab some German specialties at the Sherman House Inn & Restaurant. Then go north to Metamora and visit the Whitewater Canal State Historic Site, where you'll discover a working 1845 grist mill, horsedrawn canal boat and the nation's only working covered aqueduct. Had enough? Kick back for a night at Sulina Farms Bed & Breakfast. Lawrenceburg In the morning, take SR 1 to Lawrenceburg ana travel along the Ohio River Scenic Route. Feeling lucky? Stop at the Argosy Casino and Hotel, sea-

leaving home. In the car, keep the cooler in th air-conditioned passenger oompar ment; at the picnic, in the shade c shelter. Remember to keep col food cold. Avoid opening the lid t the cooler because that lets cold a out and warm air in. Pack beverages in one coolt and perishables in another. Whe handling raw meat, remove froi the cooler only the amount that wi fit chi the grill.

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turing 2,000 slots and 108 games tables, in addition to specialty restaurants, a sports bar and entertainment. Or continue on through many picturesque small towns, including Aurora, where you'll find the 1848 First Evangelical United Church of Christ with its Tracker organ, and the beautifully restored 1850 s Hillforest Mansion. Rising Sun In Rising Sun, ride the trolley and choose from 65 historic sites or country shops. Afterwards, take in the excitement of the Grand Victoria Casino & Resort, featuring over 1,400 gaming . a Victorian-replica stemwheeler. > rToiTMoln/ - *} n.'fjv hgic Matison You'll be glad you rested before hitting Madison, which boasts a beautiful 133-block historic district, one of the largest in the country. £o for a hike amidst breathtaking waterfalls cascading to deep, bouldered canyons in Clifty Falls State Park. From Madison, take the "Chief White Trail" Scenic Byway (SR 62 and SR 250) north to Versailles and the adjacent Versailles State Park, where you can explore thousands of acres of beautiful rolling hills by foot, canoe or paddleboat. Columbus Continue your trip in Columbus, home of more than 50 buildings designed by worldrenowned architects and ranked sixth in the nation among cities with significant architecture. Take SR 46 west to Nashville, an artisans' village with more than 300 specialty shops, antique stores and museums. Spend an afternoon exploring beautiful Brown Coupty State Park, where rolling hills and forests offer some of Indiana's most celebrated scenery and adventurous recreation. Visit the home, studio and wildflower gardens of impressionist artist T.C. Steele. Bedford Take scenic SR 135 south to SR 58, then west to Bedford, the "Limestone Capital of the World." See the art of doll making at the Turner Doll Factory. Solve the "Myst'ry" of America's longest navigable underground river at Bluespring Caverns Park. After you surface, shoot over on Highway 50 to historic Vincennes. Experience the town's rich heritage at the Vincennes State Historic Site, Grouseland (home of the nation's ninth President, William Henry Harrison) and the George Rogers Clark Memorial, a monument and park commemorating the conquest of the old Northwest. Territory. 4 Hoommgion You're not a true Hoosier, however, until you visit the campus of Indiana University in Bloomington. Spend an afternoon at the University Art Museum, one of the nation's best. Taste the fruits of Indiana's oldest and largest winery, the Oliver Winery. Then relax on the beautiful and serene Lake Monroe, Indiana's largest inland lake.