EAGLESTAR.NET LAND AND PROPERTY REVIEW
http://www.eaglestar.net
Issue #17
May 19, 2008

IN THIS ISSUE:
Property of the Week
Our Natural World: Safety in the Outdoors
Sponsor's Corner
Buyer's List Update
Auction News
Landterms.com Term of the Week: Accretion

"This land is your land and this land is my land, sure, but the world is run by
those that never listen to music anyway." - from Tarantula (1971)
- Bob Dylan (American singer/songwriter, b. 1941)


PROPERTY OF THE WEEK
Texas Ranch with Lake, 365 Acres
Great fishing and duck hunting on your own lake! Located in Cooper, Delta
County, TX, this property has 4 ponds, 2 barns, a fenced wildlife area, rolling
topography, and improved grass meadows. Drive through custom stone entrance
gates to your fenced ranch, enjoying the big oak and pecan trees located
throughout. 1 1/2 Hours northeast of Dallas. Gorgeous photos at
http://www.eaglestar.net/msn.html.


OUR NATURAL WORLD: Safety and Stewardship in the Outdoors
We decided to take a short break from our title, estate, and tenancy series and
focus on a timely and somewhat lighter topic: enjoying the outdoors! Look for
the real estate series to resume next issue.

From the stark beauty of a desert sunrise to the magnificent views from the top
of a mountain peak to the cool shadows of a towering streamside cottonwood,
nature has much more to offer than most of us really have time to savor.
Hiking is a fantastic way to get out and thoroughly enjoy the sights and sounds
of the great outdoors. Careful planning for hikes can help to maximize
enjoyment, keep you and your group safe, and preserve the natural environment
for the benefit of plants, wildlife, and other outdoor enthusiasts.

Before you decide on a destination, you should take a moment to assess your
group's outdoor knowledge, skills, and abilities, including things like walking
speed, stamina, experience, and so on. Your choice of destination should take
these factors into account, as well as conditions such as expected weather,
terrain, and restrictions and regulations that may be in place - especially
fire restrictions. It's very important not to overextend your group's
abilities. Remember that it is usually not a good idea to hike alone.

Gaining knowledge of the area you plan to visit from land managers, maps,
brochures, guidebooks, websites, and the like will help keep you safe in many
ways. Familiarity with an area is certainly possible to obtain even if you've
never been there, and this can keep you from becoming lost. It can also greatly
enhance your excursion by allowing you to relax and enjoy yourself and all the
features of the area you came to experience. Learn if dangerous plants or
animals exist in the area and how to identify them. At the same time, you might
want to become familiar with some of the other, non-dangerous plants and
animals you might encounter.

Before you leave, let someone remaining behind know where you are going and
when to expect you back. Take a cell phone or, better yet, a satellite phone so
you can call for assistance if necessary. Plan to pack out any garbage and
waste - after all, garbage left by others decreases the quality of the natural
environment and hence the quality of the outdoor experience for all subsequent
visitors, not to mention the resulting deficiency in habitat quality for plants
and wildlife. Finally, plan for the equipment and supplies you will need to
take. Below is a list of the some of the more important items, as well as some
issues to consider.

Highly Recommended Items:
Matches (in waterproof container) - Be judicious in their use. Matches can save
your life, but they can also kill you. Do not start signal fires if fire
restrictions are in place. The Rodeo-Chediski Fire, the largest forest fire in
Arizona's history at over 400,000 acres, was started in part by a lost hiker
trying to signal a helicoptor. Fire restrictions were in place, and obviously
with good reason. The hiker was lucky to make it out alive - but she has to
live with the knowledge that her lack of planning destroyed hundreds of homes
and caused millions of dollars in damage to property both public and private.

First aid kit: Can be purchased at discount stores, sporting goods stores, drug
stores, etc., or you can make your own. Recommended contents can be found at
http://www.survival-center.com/firstaid/kit.htm and on the Boy Scouts of
America website: http://www.scouting.org/healthandsafety/gss/gss06.aspx.

Water: Take more than you need in case of emergency. A rule of thumb is 16 oz.
for every hour you will hike. If you will be near water sources, consider a
hand-held water purifier or iodine tablets to make the water safe to drink.

Map and compass: Skill with map and compass can save your life, and it's easier
than you think. Get a quick lesson at
http://www.thecompassstore.com/howtousemapa.html.

Knife / multi-tool: A good multi-tool (Leatherman, Gerber, etc.) is an absolute
must. This tool usually has a knife, screwdrivers, pliers, and other
miscellaneous tools all in one unit. For a guide to multi-tools, visit
http://multitool.org/wiki/tiki-index.php.

Whistle: The sound of a whistle can travel farther and attract more attention
than the human voice. Very important should you become lost.

Small mirror: Can be used to safely signal aircraft.

Food / snacks: Like water, take more food than you need in case of emergency.
Good choices are high energy foods like energy bars (Clif bars, Odwalla bars,
Luna bars, etc.), or trail mix with a lot of nuts and dried fruit. If possible,
take fresh fruit and vegetables - they have high water contents.

You can find a list of recommended and optional hiking gear and supplies at
http://www.ahealthyme.com/topic/dayhikegear.

Issues to Consider:
Dogs: Many hikers enjoy the company of man's best friend. Plan to deal with
solid waste by packing it out or burying it in holes 6-8 inches deep and at
least 200 feet from water, trails, or camp. Keep dogs on leashes, especially in
areas with bears or mountain lions, since an off-leash dog can attract the
attention of these animals and lead them directly back to your group. If you do
take dogs on your hike, don't let them disturb other hikers. Not all people
like dogs, although that may be hard for us dog lovers to believe, and most
hikers appreciate and desire the sounds of nature - not a madly barking dog hot
on the trail of a real or imagined chipmunk.

Regulations or restrictions in area - In addition to fire restrictions, are
there other rules in place, such as limits on the number of people per group?
Make sure to find out before you go.

Trails and Becoming Lost: Stay on marked trails and do not take shorcuts.
Taking shortcuts is a good way to get lost, especially if you are unfamiliar
with the area. Leaving the marked trail can also cause undesirable
environmental effects, like erosion and disturbance from foot traffic. If you
should become lost, locate the nearest place you can create or find shelter
from the elements, and STAY THERE. One of the worst things you can do when lost
is to panic and frantically try to retrace your steps, often making the search
for you quite difficult.

Effective planning increases your awareness and self-confidence in the
outdoors, and can even save your life if unexpected situations or conditions
occur. For more information on trip-planning, visit
http://www.lnt.org/programs/principles.php.


BUYER'S LIST UPDATE
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Pennsylvania or New York: Looking for acreage with timber for recreational use,
hunting and fishing on property or close by. Bordering game lands or within 5
miles. Please refer to buyer #16849.

Pennsylvania or eastern Ohio: Looking for 50-100 acres of wooded or mostly
wooded land. Please refer to buyer #16881.

Interested in approx. 40 acres in or near Plush, Oregon. Please refer to buyer
#20390.

North Carolina, north Georgia, north Alabama, West Virginia, Kentucky,
Virginia, and Tennessee: Seeking hunting property with small cabin, up to
$300K. I am still looking for mountain land for hunting, for around $1000 per
acre. Up to $200,000 for only land. Please refer to buyer #16641.

Looking for land in Virginia. Please refer to buyer #16686.

Ohio: Harrison County, Tuskarawas, Belmont areas. 75+ wooded acres, price
around $250k. I am also open to land next to public lakes, like Lake Tappan.
Please refer to buyer #16708.

South-central Wisconsin: 20 to 40 acres of vacant land wanted, can be
agricultural zoning. Please refer to buyer #16636.

Western Virginia: Looking for land adjoining a national forest, preferably
60-100 acres in western Virginia for hunting land with a possible future
homesite. Please refer to buyer #2002830.

Pennsylvania or New Jersey: 2-3 acres with barn wanted in Hunderdon or Warren
Counties in New Jersey; Bucks County or Montgomery County in Pennsylvania.
Please refer to buyer #2002893.

Missouri or Arkansas: Seeking operating farm/ranch in warm climate,
hill/mountain country for cattle/hay operation. Must have ample pond/water
sources. Would consider leasing property back to seller or making investment in
operation. Open to financial terms. Please refer to buyer #2003301.

Washington or Oregon: Coastal farm wanted. Please call. Please refer to buyer
#16540.


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AUCTION NEWS
http://www.eaglestar.net/Land_Auction_Calendar/index.html

Jasper/Newton Counties, Missouri: Land Auction
Tuesday, May 20, 2008, 10am at the Holiday Inn in Joplin, MO.
401 acres in southwest Missouri offered in 10 tracts:
1.29 acres of commercial development near the intersection of I-44 and Hwy 71.
Excellent fast-food or convenience store location. 400+/- acres of pasture,
hunting and recreational land with country building sites. These 400+/ acres
will be offered in 9 tracts ranging from 10 to 120 acres each. Photographs and
additional information are available at
http://www.eaglestar.net/Detailed/20561.html.

Adair County, Kentucky: Absolute Land Auction
Saturday, May 24, 2008
194+/- acres of timberland wilderness in 2 tracts located just off Greenbrier
Rd. in the Chestnut Flats community near the Adair/Cumberland County line in
south-central Kentucky. Property is all wooded and offers excellent hunting,
trail riding, horse trails, four wheeler trails, spring branches, trophy deer &
turkey. It features scenic views in all directions. If you’re looking for rural
country property with privacy, don’t miss this absolute land auction!
For photos and more info, visit http://www.eaglestar.net/Detailed/20591.html.

Russell County, Kentucky: Cumberland River Land Auction
Saturday, May 24th, 2008
15 lots (0.5+/- acre) with Cumberland River access. Most lots with frontage on
private lake, within walking distance to the Cumberland River and use of
neighboring boat ramp. The Cumberland River is a top-rated trout stream,
well-known for rainbow and brown trout. These lots are near the city of Lake
Cumberland, Kentucky and are ideal for fishing retreats or simple weekend
getaways. More information is available at
http://www.eaglestar.net/Detailed/20552.html.

Alamosa County, Colorado: Absolute Land Auction
Saturday, May 31, 2008
Twenty 40+/- acre tracts with 8 being offered absolute. Located in the scenic
San Luis Valley. Many lots with wells, ponds, and water rights. Domestic water
supply is by well, with private septics for sewage disposal. Electric service
is at the lot line of each parcel and telephone, television, and internet are
available on site. Call today for more details. Photos and contact information
available at http://www.eaglestar.net/Detailed/20629.html.


LANDTERMS.COM TERM OF THE WEEK
http://landterms.com
Each issue we feature a real estate, forestry, natural sciences or other
land-related term from our partner site, Landterms.com.

This week's term: Accretion
1. The gradual and natural growth of land resulting from forces of nature, as
in sediment deposition by a river or stream.
2. The incremental augmentation or accrual of something, such as interest on an
investment.


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