Get to Know Ridgeway Metal Forming Inc
Sep12

Get to Know Ridgeway Metal Forming Inc

Ridgeway Metal Forming is a family owned business located in Chesley, Ontario, considered by many to be one of the most charming communities in the Bruce County. Mervin Kuepfer is Operations Manager for Ridgeway Metal and of course not being familiar with metal forming, I went directly to the source to have him explain the process. 

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Chickadees & Chill
Sep02

Chickadees & Chill

Fall is an exciting time to be a birder, especially in Southern Ontario! Millions of our feathered friends will migrate south in search of warmer climates. This is a great chance to view many rare species on their migration south, as well as encourage the resilient, year-round residents to call your backyard home, this coming winter season!

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Don’t Dread Opening Your Pool This Spring
Mar07

Don’t Dread Opening Your Pool This Spring

Once you’ve completed all of this, there is nothing else to do but make sure that you stay on top of the chlorination process all season, and enjoy your pool! To help with that enjoyment, you can book D&D Pools in to make regular visits for summer maintenance, allowing you to really relax—and don’t miss their big Spring Sale on the first Saturday of May.

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Maximizing Your Yard’s Summer Potential
Jun07

Maximizing Your Yard’s Summer Potential

Canadian summers are the time for enjoying sun-soaked days and balmy nights. It’s a time for water fights, backyard cookouts, and crackling fires surrounded by friends and family. Since this time is already so precious to us, we don’t want to squander it by not preparing properly.

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Birds of a Feather
Jun07

Birds of a Feather

As May comes to a close, migratory birds have already begun searching for a summer home. This is very similar to the search for the perfect cottage getaway. The birds are seeking out access to water, reliable food sources, and the perfect nest location. Of these migratory birds, the most colourful and intriguing ones are the Ruby-Throated Hummingbirds and Baltimore Orioles.

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Build & Maintain Your Summer Oasis
Jun07

Build & Maintain Your Summer Oasis

Your perfect summer oasis probably looks something like this: bright sun, clear blue waters, maybe some warm sand to curl your toes into, and, of course, plenty of food, drink and good company to go around. If you’re anything like me, you’ve likely resigned yourself to the fact that without a plane (or a long drive), this oasis will never be anything more than a pleasant dream.

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Bringing in the Coach
Jun07

Bringing in the Coach

There are more reasons than ever why people are choosing to invest in their outdoor space. Not only does landscaping add beauty and curb appeal to your home, it can also be a fun entertainment space, create habitat for local wildlife, and be a great investment.

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Taking Your Outdoor Experience to the Next Level
Jun05

Taking Your Outdoor Experience to the Next Level

The enjoyment of cooking outside and experimenting with foods is becoming more common; with this in mind, we wanted to bring in different products, so we are currently dealing with a company in Spain to perhaps sell their specialty woods for ‘smoking’.”

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Keeping it Natural – Building a Personal Swimming Hole
Jun05

Keeping it Natural – Building a Personal Swimming Hole

Far from appearing scummy or stagnant, this pond was filled with clear natural water – and required none of the work that a pool did to keep it fresh.

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Islandview Farm Equipment
Mar05

Islandview Farm Equipment

We decided to find a tractor to compliment our line of equipment. After many comparisons of the tractors available on the market today, we found MAHINDRA tractors.

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The Complex Ecosystem of Ponds
Mar04

The Complex Ecosystem of Ponds

A pond is fairly easy to maintain if it’s given a little TLC when required. It’s much easier, in fact, than a pool or garden.

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April Showers and Spring Flowers
Mar04

April Showers and Spring Flowers

With your gardens, it’s always essential that you exercise caution and not start too soon. April can be a wet, and sometimes cold month, and the threat of frost, combined with wet soil, can both have adverse effects on your garden. Wait until at least mid April, and then keep in mind that frosts can still appear out of nowhere!

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The Complex Ecosystem of Ponds
Feb17

The Complex Ecosystem of Ponds

A pond is fairly easy to maintain if it’s given a little TLC when required. It’s much easier, in fact, than a pool or garden.

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Ontario’s Winter Birds
Nov28

Ontario’s Winter Birds

Our cold winters in Ontario can be much more enjoyable if we care to watch some of the fascinating birds who thrive in our cold winters.
Please join me while we delve into some of these brave little creatures and their habits, likes and dislikes.

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A Deck for the Ages
Sep06

A Deck for the Ages

“Airik showed Cindy and I some photos of decks that his company had completed in the past and we were very impressed. We had come up with our own deck design, but throughout the building process we were able to make some adjustments to the original plans, which included the addition of a 10 by 14 foot Gazebo.

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