EAGLESTAR.NET LAND AND PROPERTY REVIEW
http://www.eaglestar.net
Issue #69
May 26, 2009

IN THIS ISSUE:
Properties of the Week:
- HI, VA, WA
Special Report: Learn, Don't Burn
Auction News:
- IL, IN, SC
Sponsor's Corner:
- Blue Heron Woods, PA
LandTerms.com Term of the Week:
- Fire regime


"Fire is a good servant but a bad master."
- English proverb, early 17th century


PROPERTIES OF THE WEEK
Heavily Forested Acreage with River Frontage
Beaver, Clallam County, Washington
18.67 Acres - $150,000
This property has 1/4 mile frontage on a salmon stream and a spring. Located
near the ocean, rainforest, Olympic National Park and Lake Pleasant. Heavily
forested with red alder, conifers and 100 year-old maples. Ruins of an old,
abandoned railroad grade. Merchantable trees. South facing slope. Listing ID:
23985. View photos, map, and contact information at
http://www.eaglestar.net/thm1-.html

Shenandoah Valley Mountain Land
Buchanan, Botetourt County, Virginia
2175 Acres - $1,740,000
Glorious mountaintop land with 50 mile views and less than 1,000 feet from the
scenic and historic James River. It ranges from 800 feet to 3,000 feet above
sea level. The property has a beautiful mountain valley that would be an ideal
location for a hunting lodge or mountain retreat. Potential for subdivision
into up to 15 lots ranging from 35 to 319 acres. Listing ID: 20475. Find
photos, map, and contact information at http://www.eaglestar.net/brs3-.html

20 Acre Parcel on Hawaii's Main Island
Mountain View, Hawaii County, Hawaii
20 Acres - $150,000
Very secluded 20 acres of low price land on the eastern side of the Big Island
of Hawaii in the Mountain View area. Great investment, home site, or retirement
property at an incredible price. Listing ID: 24247. See photos, map and contact
information at http://www.eaglestar.net/agn.html


SPECIAL REPORT: LEARN, DON'T BURN
This Season's Wildfire Risk Assessment for Your Neck of the Woods

Wildfire season is upon us, a time of heightened awareness and increased
tension, especially for those who reside in areas where the town or city meets
the woods - the wildland-urban interface. The number of folks who live in WUI's
has increased dramatically over the last 10 or 15 years, and this trend shows
no signs of abating. A wildfire acts as a natural cleansing and rejuvenating
agent in forests and grasslands - but not in your home. Spending a few moments
educating oneself and taking some precautionary measures can translate into
saving your home and property - and possibly even your life.

Each year, the National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC) releases a Fire Season
Outlook report for each region of the United States. These reports predict
wildfire potential based on a number of factors that influence wildfires
including climate and weather, human activity, fuel moisture, amount of fuel
available to burn, and so on. The 2009 Fire Season Outlook report for each
region is summarized here. You can also find a URL (web address) to view the
entire report. These reports can be used to identify general seasonal and
regional trends. However, fire potential can change quite rapidly. For
up-to-the-minute information, use the "7-day Potential" URL's for your area.

These summaries should be taken with a grain of salt - namely, the realization
that above-normal temperatures and drier-than-normal conditions can result in
temporary increases in wildfire risk no matter where you live.

ALASKA
Fire potential is predicted to be normal for most of May, then below normal for
June through August. Some areas in south-central AK have increased risk due to
the presence of hazardous fuels.
Season - http://fire.ak.blm.gov/content/weather/outlooks/seasonal.pdf
7 Day - http://fire.ak.blm.gov/content/weather/outlooks/Fire_Potential.html

EASTERN UNITED STATES
Wildfire potential in the eastern United States should be normal from May
through August. However, northern WI and southeast MN could see increased fire
activity due to drought.
Season -
http://gacc.nifc.gov/eacc/predictive/outlooks/EAMonthlySeasonalOutlook.pdf
7 Day - http://gacc.nifc.gov/eacc/predictive/outlooks/Fire_Potential.html

GREAT BASIN
The potential for wildfires will be normal across much of the Great Basin this
season, except NV, which should see decreases in total fires and acres burned.
Hazardous fuels due to bark beetle infestations are present in UT, ID, and
western WY; these areas could experience increased risk.
Season - http://gacc.nifc.gov/egbc/predictive/outlooks/EGBseasonal.pdf
7 Day (Eastern) -
http://gacc.nifc.gov/egbc/predictive/outlooks/Fire_Potential.html
7 Day (Western) -
http://gacc.nifc.gov/wgbc/predictive/outlooks/Fire_Potential.html

CALIFORNIA
In the north, wildfire risk is predicted to be above-normal due to a dry spring
and below-normal precipitation and snowpack. In addition, the onset of the fire
season is expected to be earlier than normal. In the south, the central coast
and inland central coast areas will have above-normal potential, especially for
large fires. Other areas of the state should see a normal fire season. Across
the state, drought is expected to intensify and expand in area.
Season - http://gacc.nifc.gov/oncc/predictive/outlooks/seasonal_outlook.pdf
7 Day (Northern) -
http://gacc.nifc.gov/oncc/predictive/weather/Fire_Potential.html
7 Day (Southern) -
http://gacc.nifc.gov/oscc/predictive/outlooks/Fire_Potential.html

NORTHWEST
Risk of wildfire in the Northwest is expected to be normal this season, except
in north-central WA east of the Cascade Mountains where snowpacks are running
75% of normal and increasing fire risk is expected through August.
Season - see National Fire Potential Outlook below
7 Day - http://www.nwccweb.us/content/products/fwx/guidance/dl.pdf

ROCKY MOUNTAINS
The fire potential in the Rocky Mountain region is forecast to be normal
through August, due to normal or above-normal snowpack, early spring
precipitation, and forecast normal temperatures and precipitation through the
summer.
Season (Northern) -
http://gacc.nifc.gov/nrcc/predictive/outlooks/seasonal_outlook.pdf
Season (Southern) -
http://gacc.nifc.gov/rmcc/predictive/2009_rma_seasonal_outlook.pdf
7 Day (Northern) -
http://gacc.nifc.gov/nrcc/predictive/outlooks/Fire_Potential.html
7 Day (Southern) -
http://gacc.nifc.gov/rmcc/predictive/outlook/Fire_Potential.pdf

SOUTHERN UNITED STATES
Most of the region will see normal weather and fire patterns. Exceptions are FL
and southern and western TX, where conditions are dry and are only expected to
worsen through the summer. Portions of TX affected by monsoon weather will see
conditions ease a bit as that weather pattern sets in. Recent fires in the
Appalachians and Carolinas occurred due to recent dry weather. The greening of
vegetation in these areas should help to decrease fires through the summer.
Season - see National Fire Potential Outlook below
7 Day - http://gacc.nifc.gov/sacc/predictive/outlooks/Fire_Potential.html

SOUTHWESTERN UNITED STATES
Current above-normal fire risks in the southeast part of the region will give
way to improved conditions as monsoon weather patterns arrive. Central and
southeast AZ and southwest NM will become hotter and drier with increased fire
risk; the arrival of monsoons will also mitigate conditions in these areas.
Season -
http://gacc.nifc.gov/swcc/predictive/outlooks/seasonal/2009/seasonal_briefing.pdf
7 Day - http://gacc.nifc.gov/swcc/predictive/outlooks/7day/Fire_Potential.html

USEFUL LINKS:
National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC)
http://www.nifc.gov

NIFC's National Fire News
http://www.nifc.gov/fire_info/nfn.htm

7 Day Fire Potential Map of United States
http://199.141.1.21/predictive/index.html

National Fire Potential Outlook
http://www.predictiveservices.nifc.gov/outlooks/monthly_seasonal_outlook.pdf


AUCTION NEWS
Browse thumbnail photos and short property descriptions at
http://www.eaglestar.net/Land_Auction_Calendar/index.html

Amazing 4BR Brick & Stone Home
Auction: Wednesday, May 27, 2009
Naperville, Du Page County, Illinois
Beautiful all brick and stone home on a corner lot. Finished basement, 10 foot
ceilings, huge office, nice patio and 3 car side loading garage. 4 bedroom, 4.5
bath, 4,255 square foot home located in Washington Woods. Built in 2004 on 0.29
acres. Elegant home with professional landscaping. Open floorplan with designer
color palette. Great kitchen has custom cabinets and center island. Multiple
living spaces, sitting room adjacent to kitchen has a stone fireplace and
windows overlooking the back yard. Listing ID: 24084. Find photos and more
information at http://www.eaglestar.net/ww8.html

16 New Condo Units in Ashley Park
Auction: Friday, May 29, 2009
Myrtle Beach, Horry County, South Carolina
Ashley Park Homes offers a carefree lifestyle perfect for vacation, 2nd homes,
retirement, primary residence and students. Only 16 units remain, don’t miss
this great opportunity to get a completely move-in ready home convenient to all
the great amenities Myrtle Beach has to offer. Several great beaches
approximately 6 miles away, as well as multiple golf courses, high end shopping
centers and outlet malls, and near Coastal Carolina University,
Horry-Georgetown Technical College and Conway Hospital. Listing ID: 24080. View
photos and more at http://www.eaglestar.net/ww4.html

22 Parcels in Pine Lakes Recreational Park
Auction: Saturday, June 6, 2009
Lynnville, Warrick County, Indiana
The purchasers of a lot in the Pine Lake Recreation Area will receive an
undivided interest in a beautiful 44.2 acre wooded tract of land that is
improved with hiking and 4-wheeler trails. In addition, there is a boat ramp
for the use of the property owners to enjoy a 37 acre beautiful lake. This lake
is stocked with some of the largest blue gill and bass that you will find in
this area; a fishing paradise with many coves to enjoy nature’s finest display
of water and woods. Listing ID: 24322. Photos, maps, individual lot
descriptions, and contact information are at http://www.eaglestar.net/jnk.html

G & S Farms
Auction: Tuesday, June 16, 2009
Santa Claus, Spencer County, Indiana
189 acres of open and wooded land offered in 8 tracts ranging from 4 to 80
acres. Listing ID: 24326. Photos, map, and contact information are available at
http://www.eaglestar.net/mdvs.html


SPONSOR'S CORNER
The Land and Property Review would like to thank this week's sponsor:

Blue Heron Woods
Lackawaxen, Pike County, Pennsylvania
11 Acres - $99,500
Located only 2 miles from Lake Wallenpaupack, the property in PA at Blue Heron
Woods is in the heart of the Pocono Mountains and its 4 seasons of recreation.
Rent a slip for your boat on Lake Wallenpaupack and go waterskiing, fishing, or
just enjoy a warm sunny day on the lake. If you're a sportsman you'll have
thousands of acres of state land near our property in PA to hunt on, or go
fishing on the Lackawaxen or Delaware Rivers only minutes away. Listing ID:
24183. Photos, map, contact, and other information at
http://www.eaglestar.net/Detailed/24259.html


LANDTERMS.COM TERM OF THE WEEK
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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: Fire regime
The historic natural or man-made fire patterns in a given area; the frequency,
intensity, severity, and distribution of historic fires, especially wildfires.

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