September 4, Shoreline clean up Mason Neck State Park from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Volunteers and leaders are needed. Call Colin Riley 703-200-3994 or email fairfaxwatershed@yahoolcom. Meet at the Mason Neck State Park visitor center parking lot at 7301 High Point Road, Lorton, VA.

By Mandy K. When it comes to kennel (or crate) training, some dog owners have tried and given up, others think it’s cruel, and yet others just haven’t given the idea any thought. But crate training is a very practical tool and, when used correctly,

By Sara Le There is no other chore quite like potty training puppies. As fun as it is to have a house full of playful pups, it can be a nightmare if they are constantly making messes. This is one of the most important things

By Angie Meza We cannot get by without our automobile and it is essential for life today. It’s always nice to be able to go to a dealership and get a new vehicle and not have to worry about maintenance, but many of us have

By Michael Kaufman It is often difficult to know for certain just how long your oil could last before needing a change. The type of car you drive, the size of the engine, the age of the engine, the type of driving that you do

By Fran Phalin It’s that time of year again when you need to start worrying about your lawn and how it will fare when the weather changes for the colder. This is also the season for certain routine lawn care measures to be taken. For

By John Yazo Fall garden preparation is a very important part of organic gardening. Avoiding the wet soil conditions of spring, adding organic amendments to the soil, removal of debris and spent plants to reduce unwanted insect and plant born disease are all benefits in

Tuscarora Landscaper’s Choice is a new, natural fertilizer product is an excellent soil amendment for lawns, trees, shrubs, and flowers. It provides both a valuable source of nutrients that are essential to plant growth and organic matter that enhances soil structure and quality. The use

If you took a few minutes to poke through your cabinets, closets, and garage, you just might be surprised at all the toxic chemicals you’d turn up: Nearly empty cans of paint and thinner Used antifreeze, oil, and other auto chemicals Half empty bottles of

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