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PAGE 6 - GROVE CITY MESSENGER - November 22, 2020 www.columbusmessenger.com Metro Park prairies rise from the ashes By Rick Palsgrove Managing Editor Winter’s cold is coming, but some Metro Parks are in for a hot time. Prairie areas in a few of the area Metro Parks will undergo what is described as a “prescribed burn,” where controlled fires are set to “inhibit invasive species and boost new growth of native plants in prairies, grasslands, and oak woods,” according to Metro Parks Assistant Resource Manager Carrie Morrow. Metro Parks Public Information Manager Peg Hanley said two such burns recently took place at Pickerington Ponds and Battelle Darby Creek. She said Prairie Oaks had a prescribed burn earlier this year. “We burn in the spring and fall in the dormant seasons - spring before plants and grasses have grown and fall after the frost has killed the plants above ground,” said Hanley. “Prairies recover quickly. After an early spring burn, it will green up almost immediately. Nature is resilient.” Hanley said the burns are conducted by members of the burn team, which is made up of park technicians and staff from the resource management team. According to information provided by Metro Parks, the prescribed burns: •Maintain the health of existing natural areas, restore nutrients, habitat restoration, control invasive plants and shrubs, and encourage new growth of native vegetation. •Are better than mowing because they are a natural management tool used throughout history and are a force much like wind or water that imitates nature. Native Americans and pioneers in the past set controlled prairie fires to help the land. Also, prairie habitats developed over centuries where natural fires played a role in maintaining areas for a diversity of species. In an online blog written for Metro Parks, Morrow stated the prescribed burns are performed on a rotating basis in selected parks every two to five years. The burned areas promote new growth and germinating seeds, as well as eliminate young trees, shrubs, and other invasive plant species. The fires allow prairie wildflowers and grasses to rejuvenate and spread. When asked how the prescribed prairie burns affect the wildlife in the burn areas, Hanley said, “To protect wildlife, our staff conducts a walk through of the site before burning which causes some animals to exit the area. We begin slow and light the main head fire last. Birds simply fly off. Deer and other mammals can scurry and bound away quickly and mice and voles can burrow in the ground.” For information on Metro Parks, visit metroparks.net. Photo courtesy of Tina Copeland A worker sets a controlled prairie burn in one of the Metro Parks. M ed M ed icare icare Annual Enroll ment Period th Oct. Oct. 15 15 th Dec. 7 th th Dec. 7 Call Call me me t t Consultatio n $0 n $0 Fee Fee Terri Terri Curcio Curcio 614- 614- -460-0601 0601 0601 Local Local representative, representative, I can I ma can ail ma you ail you your your preferre preferre ed carrier(s) ed carrier(s) inform inform mation mation to review. to review. Also, Also, I can I enrol can enrol l a client l a client without without a face a face to face to face meetin meetin ng or ng schedule or schedule a one a e-on-one one-on-one meeting meeting if if you prefer. you prefer. Offering different types of plans with top-rated carriers. I will work for you to find the Offering different types of plans with top-rated carriers. I will work for you to find the plan that fits your needs and lifestyle, while offering the lowest copays. plan that fits your needs and lifestyle, while offering the lowest copays. Do I qualify for Low Income Subsidy (LIS) to reduce my Rx copays? Do I qualify for Low Income Subsidy (LIS) to reduce my Rx copays? Grove City Chamber Member Grove City Chamber Member
www.columbusmessenger.com Pet Corner Pets of the week Vanity is waiting to meet her new best friend. Most recently, Vanity was brought back to the county shelter as she doesn’t get along with cats and chickens. But she loves dogs and is another pup once she is outside the shelter. If you’re looking for a cuddle monster who is ready to instantly make herself at home, schedule an appointment at the Franklin County Dog Shelter. FYI: www.franklincountydogs.com Loki is a friendly, 75- pound guy who is ready to meet his forever family. This handsome 2-yearold may seem a little standoffish when you first meet him, but once he recognizes you, you’re an instant member of his squad and you’ll receive all the love you’ve ever needed. Loki is available for adoption through the Franklin County Dog Shelter. FYI: www.franklincountydogs.com These furry friends are available for adoption at local rescues and shelters Stevie is a girl on the go. She can play all day. Her favorite activities include wrestling with her siblings, chasing string, and naps. Dislikes are an empty food dish and not getting enough snuggles. Love nose kisses? She does too. This outgoing girl is hoping to find a cuddle buddy she can call her own. Stevie is 5 months old, spayed, microchipped, and up to date on vaccines. She is up for adoption through Colony Cats. FYI: www.colonycats.org Mittens likes to think she is the boss, especially with other cats. That’s why she would do best as an only cats. She will let anyone pick her up, even kids, but for a short while. She wants to be put back on the floor to supervise the household and walkabout. Mittens is up for adoption through Friends for Life Animal Haven. FYI: www.fflah.org Downsizing? November 22, 2020 - GROVE CITY MESSENGER - PAGE 7 Buying or Selling? Combining Families? Moving Out of Town? Wanting to Build? Let me lead you through the New Complicated World of Real Estate. Rise Realty Co. CALL TODAY! GARY DEAN 740-207-7742 garydean.riserealtyco.com Just hangin’ out! Messenger photo by Dedra Cordle If they are lucky, visitors of Gantz Park in Grove City may spot this rare white squirrel while out on the walking trail.
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