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Picture yourself fl oating…silently, peacefully, beautifully at one with nature. The only sounds that reach you are the songs of the mountain birds, or the migrat-ing geese fl ying overhead. Picture yourself sitting comfortably in a kayak or a canoe in the middle of just one of the many in-credibly serene and panoramic lakes that are nestled all around us in the Cascade Mountains. No city noise to bother you, no cell phones vibrating for your attention, just sweet, peaceful silence.

Then picture yourself rhythmically dipping your paddle into the water as you and your craft are smoothly gliding over the mirrorlike surface of the lake as you explore all of the shoreline, seeing peli-cans, ducks, geese and other birds nestled together in groups taking in the day just as you are doing. You look up and see hawks, and even eagles soaring above and you know that this is an incredibly rare and precious day.

What I am describing is something that my wife and I discovered was freely avail-able pretty much any day we wanted after moving to the Rogue Valley almost 8 years ago. After relocating here from a more des-ert like location, we found ourselves going on weekend drives in all directions, ex-ploring all of the natural wonders that were

within an hour or two drive. Our cameras were always at the ready snapping photos of all the naturally beautiful scenery that surrounded us. One of the most notice-able things that we discovered was that there were so many small mountain lakes nestled in the Cascades and we wondered what it would be like to be able to actually get on the water and explore further away from the roads that had brought us there.

And that is just what we did. First, we sought out the advice of one of the lo-cal experts, Scott Keith who is one of the owners of the Northwest Outdoor Store. He was very knowledgeable about pad-dle related sports which includes kayak-ing, rafting, canoeing and also the newly popular stand up paddle boards. Scott was able to explain to us all the different types of kayaks and how one is good for lakes and another better for rivers. Some you sit within and others, you sit on top. The length of the boat is also an important fac-tor in terms of glide or maneuverability.

We asked a lot of questions about our new adventure into kayaking before making our purchase and Scott very pa-tiently answered them all. He invited us to meet both he and his staff at Emigrant Lake where they had kayak demo days, so that we could actually get in the differ-

ent models and lengths of boats and give them a try. This was very helpful be-cause it quickly became evident which type of kayak suited our needs.

This began a period of adventure and exploration that I didn’t even know existed as we were now well equipped to make full use of our days in the sur-rounding mountains. In this writer’s opinion, there are few better ways to im-merse yourself into our natural sur-roundings than sitting in or on a kayak. We like to pack a nice lunch, a blanket, a camera, binoculars and whatever suits our fancy and then off we go. We have found that it doesn’t really matter which direction we choose to head off into, there is always a great kayaking destina-tion waiting for us.

My recommendation is that if you are interested in a low cost excellent form of exercise plus a truly Zen like ex-perience, head over and talk with one of the staff at the Northwest Outdoor Store. Take a look at the great variety of paddle craft that they carry. They have the best selection between Sacramento and Port-land and are extremely knowledgeable and helpful to each and every person who enters their store. You’ll be glad that you did! -LMA

Welcome to the lovely Rogue Valley! You’ve just entered kayaking Nirvana!

ADVENTURE & OUTDOOR RECREATION

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ADVENTURE & OUTDOOR RECREATION

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A family-owned business, SOS Alarm is the only local, full-service alarm company based in Southern Oregon. Having served the region for over 40 years, they invest in the com-munity and in their employees who live here. Unlike other alarm fi rms, SOS Alarm has their monitoring station, service, installation, accounting and sales departments right here in Medford. SOS Alarm offers a large variety of services, including custom de-signed burglar alarms, fi re alarms, video surveillance and medical alert systems. With the only UL Certifi ed central monitoring station in Southern Oregon, SOS Alarm’s central station is fully-staffed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by trained Oregon- certifi ed alarm dispatchers. You can call anytime, day or night, and speak to a real person. All SOS Alarm sales consultants, technicians and installers are employed

ALARM SYSTEMS

Bringing peace of mind to you and your familyby SOS Alarm. To ensure quality, trouble free systems, sub-contractors are never used for installations. For over 40 years, SOS Alarm has earned the trust and respect of their custom-ers and the emergency agencies they

work with on a daily basis. Whatever your needs are, their fully trained staff is ready, experienced and qualifi ed to do the work.

The Rogue Valley is a wonderful place to live. Sadly enough though, crime runs through every community and you need to be prepared. Every recession since the late 1950s has been associated with an increase

in crime, particulary, property crime and rob-bery. Statistically, there is a strong relationship be-tween crime, falling wages and higher unemployment rates. Now more than ever, it’s time to use your alarm system every time you leave your home or busi-ness. If you don’t have an alarm system, now is the time to protect your-self. With the new security technology that is avail-able, it has never been more affordable to protect the ones you care about. Keep in mind, burglars purposely avoid homes

which are set up with security sys-tems. Find out how easy it is to protect your home or business by calling SOS Alarm at 541-773-3900.

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Started in 1919 in Des Moines, Iowa, McMurray and Sons has been providing quality materials and work-manship in the housing industry for over 94 years. David W. McMurray car-ries on the family tradition as President and owner of the corporation. Having grown up in the business, with a father and boss that understood the value of hard work and quality workmanship, the goals are the same as in 1919.

Initially concentrating on residen--

gan installing commercial/industrial

services to handle any size project as well as insulation, weatherization and HVAC in the Rogue River Valley.

One area that has become very popular in today’s environment is to provide homeowners with a Home En-ergy Evalution. Having acquired Gills

and Sons, Inc. now offers a free home energy evalution, as well as advanved air leak detection such as a sealed blower door test.

Here are some reasons for establish-ing the proper building tightness:

due to air leakage

problems

caused by cold air leaking in from the outdoors

quality is not too contaminated buy indoor air pollution

How a Blower Door Test Works

a duct leakage test in your home to de-termine the amount of air leaking from your ductwork.

your doorways & turn it onWe are able to measure the leakage

around your doors, windows, vents & air ducts (measured in cubic feet of air leak-

spots, we repair the leaks, leaving you

Through our partnership with En-ergy Trust of Oregon, we are able to pro-vide cash incentives that cover the cost of your Blower Door Test.After the duct leakage test

Once your home has been tested, the following steps need to be taken to

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vide all the testing & services outlined -

tives, much of the cost can be covered.

Sealing ductworkElectric-heated homes: Energy

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If your ductwork needs sealing, we seal the leaks and conduct a second duct leakage test to determine the reduction.

Air sealingSealing the shell of your home —

— from air leaks is one of the easiest and most cost-effective ways to increase

air leaks reduces drafts, controls mois-ture, keeps out pollutants and improves overall comfort.

Many air leaks and drafts are easy

those around doors and windows.

Insulation

walls and attic keeps you comfortable throughout the year, reduces your heat-ing and cooling costs, reduces outside noise,and saves you energy.

Before beginning an insulation project, it’s recommended that you have Gills Indoor Air Quality perform an air leakage test and seal any air leaks in

of your insulation.For more informaiton on how you

-cient, contact McMurray and Sons, Inc. at 541-476-1107.

You CanSave $$

By HavingYour Home

Energy Tested!

94 Years of service!

AIR CONDITIONING - HEATING -WEATHERIZATION

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BEDS, FUTONS & MATTRESSES

Medford Mattress was fi rst established in 1989, and its success is primarily based on friendly family sales & service. The original owners, retired in 2003. Rod and Peg purchased the business and continued the same friendly service that Medford Mattress was known for.

Our goal at Medford Mat-tress and Mattress Experts is to provide the best prices and service in the valley. Our “old school” style of doing business is something that our customers truly appreci-

ate. As this valley has grown over the years, we have faced corporate companies moving in with ‘best prices and ser-vice’ claims. These declara-tions are something we often hear disputed by our returning customers, unfortunately for them this is easily backed up with just a little research.

Our company has grown through the years and we have had to add to our family of staff in order to continue meeting the needs of our customers. Hiring like-minded employees was a real challenge, but we

have been successful there as well. Medford Mattress began with one employee in 2003 and we now have sixteen.

Our people live right here and have families that have grown up in the Rogue Valley. Thanks to our strong continued relationships, we have grown from one store to three. As the owners of Medford Mattress, and now Mattress Experts, we are pleased to have each of these people working with us. We are confi dent that you will fi nd the best prices and service at our stores, often saving hun-dreds of dollars in most cases.

Simmons BeautyrestComforPedicNuFlex FoundationSerta iComfort

Lady AmericanaPure Latex BlissRestonic MattressesLeggett & Platt

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As you walk though the doors at Draperies and Things you immediately enter a professionally decorated show-room. To be more precise, what you are experiencing is a Hunter Douglas Gallery, just one of six showrooms lo-cated in Oregon. The selection of win-dow coverings, styles and colors can be overwhelming to many of us, at least until you talk with owners, Craig & Merry Reeves.

Established in 1981, Drap-eries and Things is a full service Hunter Douglas Design and Ser-vice Center. The choice to part-ner with Hunter Douglas was an easy one for Craig and Merry. Not only is Hunter Douglas the oldest manufacture of window cover-ings (founded in 1919, Window Coverings since 1947), they also have a selection and a limited life-time warranty which can not be matched. They even have a pro-gram called the “Right Choice Prom-ise”. This is where you have 21 days to experience their products in your home or business, and, if for any reason you are unhappy, they will replace them and start over!

For those of us who are not sure what will look best, free design consult-ing is available to all their customers. You will not feel pressured or uncom-fortable working with Craig and Merry. “We work on our clients time frame,” says Craig. “We come to their home or offi ce, consider what they want to ac-

windows. Hunter Douglas’ innova-tive, energy-effi cient window covering products can signifi cantly reduce this energy loss, save on heating and cool-ing costs and contribute to protecting the environment. And when it comes to privacy, you choose from styles which can completely block out light to other

styles which can diminish harmful sun rays while still being able to see through them.

On the safety side of things, do you still have smaller children in your home or do they visit? With Hunter Douglas, you don’t need to worry. From cordless manual and motorized operating systems, retractable lift cords, cord tension-ers and wand controls, they offer a wide array of innovative lifting system options for enhanced child and pet safety as well as especially easy operation.

Craig and Merry Reeves have spent the last 31 years serving Jackson County area residents. Their work can be seen in thousands of homes and of-fi ces not just in our immediate area, but throughout the entire Northwest. Before you make up your mind where to pur-chase your next window coverings, you owe it to yourself to see just what your options are. Draperies and Things of-fer a full variety of products which can match many different budgets.

Draperies N Things is conveniently located right off the I-5 Freeway Exit 24 in Phoenix. Open M-F 10 to 5:30, Sat 10-2. Call 541-535-2790.

complish, fi nd out what their likes and dislikes are when it comes to design. We then make recommendations and give them plenty of time to consider which way to go.

As an authorized Hunter Douglas Gallery, Craig and Merry can repair any damaged Hunter Douglas blinds

or other name brands regardless of how old they are or where they were origi-nally purchased. They also provide maintenance for your blinds which can include removal, cleaning, adjusting and reinstallation.

Blinds and window coverings play many important roles in a living or of-fi ce setting. First, they can provide beauty, continuity and style. Secondly, but just as important, is the control of the environment and how it interacts with the outside weather. Almost 50% of a home’s energy is lost through its

Draperies ‘N’ Things - Hunter Douglas Gallery

BLINDS & WINDOW TREATMENTS

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BLINDS & WINDOW TREATMENTS

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Family owned and operated, we have over 40 years combined experi-ence in the fl ooring industry which assures our customers we have the knowledge, skill and ability to handle all your fl ooring requirements.

We strive to lead the industry in customer service and ultimate satisfac-tion. We grew up in the Rogue Valley. We are your friends, your neighbors, your customers.

We are community minded and have supported JPR, Britt Festivals and Medford National Little League. A pair of our owners took on 3 foster sons (all brothers) and adopted them in March 2012. As our business grows, so will our sponsorships of various local organizations such as the Dunn House and Hope House.

A Little History:A couple of guys making money

for other people dreamt of one day being their own boss. The dream morphed into a business plan and the plan was executed.

Completely Floored opened Feb-ruary of 2007 and took off like its hair was on fi re. The fi rst month we exceed-ed our expected earnings by 40%. The orders were coming in before we were even done remodeling the showroom. Things were looking good. Little did

we know that we had started a business at the beginning of the biggest reces-sion since the Great Depression.

The fi rst year went well, all con-sidering. We had our share of struggles but were satisfi ed with our progress.

The second year brought the sting of our countries economic problems. We made adjustments accordingly and continued to maintain status quo.

Two of our partners are masters of the budget so it came to be SOP to require a company Powwow to buy a box of pencils. Sounds ridiculous but it seems to be working.

We stretched our marketing imagi-nations, fl exed our cold call dialing fi n-gers and prepared to attend any event to advertise ourselves that fi t into our meager advertising budget.

As the daily headlines offered nothing but fi nancial gloom and doom, we were forced to take things a step further by sacrifi cing a sales person/owner, Bob Wood, to installations, thereby reducing labor costs. Bob has over 20 years experience installing so it was the logical choice.

Even though his body did not ap-preciate it, it was a very sound busi-ness decision and allowed our com-pany to connect with customers on an additional level. Having the owner of the company on his hands and knees in their home seems to please some people. Thankfully, Bob is back in the showroom doing much better now that he is pleasing customers in the upright position.

The economy, at least locally, seems to have turned a corner in the right direction. Things are looking up and we are all very satisfied that our hard work, dedication and sacri-fice paid off.

We know we owe our success to those referral and repeat customers who keep touting our value. We sa-lute you!

You Will Be Floored!

FLOORING AND FLOOR COVERINGS

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Our facility in Central Point is brand new with state-of-the-art tech-nology and advances to make your visits as rapid and painless as pos-sible. In fact, Dr. Sanford prides him-self on reducing the number of trips you have to make to the dentist for any given procedure.

Dr. Ross San-ford’s award-win-ning dental career began in a rather unique way. Fol-lowing in his fa-ther’s footsteps as a second-generation dentist, Dr. San-ford completed his

requirements and qualifi ed as a li-censed practitioner before his fi nal year of dental school was complete, leaving his classmates in awe.

He has since gone on to practice in three states as a member of half a dozen dental groups and societies. After serving as a member of many regional and state-wide boards in Nevada, as well as a member of the International advisory committee for the Academy of LDS Dentists,

he was nominated for special hon-ors to the Pierre Fauchard Academy International Dental Honor Orga-nization in 2001, where he has re-

mained as an advisory member since.

Dr. Sanford learned to speak Spanish fl uently as a young man when he lived in Spain for 2 years. He uses that to his advan-tage each year as he trav-els to Central and South America to serve the less fortunate. His favorite ac-tivities have been to teach in Dental Schools in Hon-duras and Peru. To date he has made 10 trips to pro-vide dentistry in several countries. In addition, he serves here in the Rogue

Valley with several local charities including St. Vincent’s when the mobile van is in town. He is very pleased to call the Rogue Valley home now and looks forward to welcoming you to his practice.

Call today for a free dental con-sultation: 541-644-8300.

Central Point Family DentistryFor Beautiful, Healthy Smiles!

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DENTISTRY

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DENTISTRY

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Perhaps best known for stoves, Orley’s has some 200 in stock, in-cluding wood, pellet and gas stoves. Their most effi cient (92%) seller is the Blaze King wood stove that can burn 40+ hours on one load of wood, and can be the sole heating source for homes up to 3,500 square feet. One of the largest wood stove dealers in Oregon, Orley’s also carries Ava-lon, Hearthstone. Lopi and other quality brands, with prices ranging from $900 to $4,000+. Wood stoves can save you from 40 to 70 percent on heat-ing costs, and right now the government is offer-ing a 10 percent up to $300 tax credit.

Owned by Larry Mil-ligan, Sr., Orley’s is a family owned business established in the 1950’s by Larry’s father and un-cle, originally located off North Pacifi c Highway in Medford. In 1984 Larry Sr. bought the busi-ness and moved it to its current loca-tion. Larry’s wife, Patricia serves as offi ce manager and Larry Jr. serves as sales manager.

For year-round comfort, therapy and exercise, our Catalina spas are a welcome addition to any home. The largest volume Catalina dealer in Or-egon, Orley’s features only the high-

est quality spas made today. Catalina spas, for example, are known to re-quire much less servicing than other makes. The Catalina is considered the most therapeutic spa on the mar-ket, with strategically positioned jets to accurately massage your body’s pressure points. Be sure to come into

the Medford store to see our line of swim-exercise spas.

Is this the upcoming summer you’ll invest in a swimming pool? If so, consider the Sea Breeze above-ground pool—one of the popular Splash-A-Round pools on display at Orley’s Stove & Spa.

The Sea Breeze features com-plete portability—easy to assemble and disassemble quickly with no

tools required. It offers the utmost in durability, made with galvanized steel framework and heavy gauge polyester material that lead the com-petition in puncture and tear resis-tance. It comes with a 30-year war-ranty and a pump system just like an in-ground pool. Choose the size you

want at Orley’s. Above-ground pool prices range from about $2,000 to around $6,000.

“During our many years in the business,” says Larry Sr., “we’ve learned to recognize and select products that are known for their superior quality. You may fi nd cheaper pools, spas and stoves elsewhere, but here at Orley’s you’ll fi nd only those that will en-sure your long-term sat-isfaction. Featuring these quality products, and tak-ing time to determine our

customers’ specifi c needs, account for our success today.”

Orley’s Stoves & Spas has con-tinued to grow for over a half a cen-tury by always offering top quality products matched with personalized service and follow-through with each customer, new and established.This company is truly a good example of what the Rogue Valley offers to it’s locals, both new and established.

Orley’s Keeps You Comfortable Year-Round with the Best in Stoves, Spas, Swim Spas, Gazebos,

Above-Ground Pools and Pellet BBQ’s.

STOVES, FIREPLACES & SPAS

Larry & Patricia Milligan

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Welcome to Southern Ore-gon Foot and Ankle, L.L.C. Dr. Merrill and staff are pleased to welcome you to our practice. We want our patients to be informed decision makers and fully understand their health issues. From your fi rst visit to Southern Oregon Foot and Ankle L.L.C. it will estab-lish a vital foundation for our relationship with you. During the fi rst visit, we make sure to obtain im-portant background infor-mation, like your medical history, and give you time to get to know your doctor. To

understand what to expect for your fi rst visit to our practice, you can enter our website at www.sofootankle.com, there you can read through our “New Patients” page. You’ll fi nd all

the practical information you need, such as a map and di-rections to our offi ce, practice hours, payment policies and more. There’s also background information about our com-mitted staff and our fi rst visit procedures. You can even save

some time at your fi rst visit by printing out and completing the patient forms in advance of your appointment. One other area available on our website is our “Patient

Education” section. We believe that informed pa-tients are better equipped to make decisions regard-ing their health and well being. For your personal use, we have created an extensive patient library covering an array of edu-cational topics. Our mission at South-ern Oregon Foot and

Ankle, L.L.C., is to provide you with the best care of your feet here in Southern Oregon. When your feet feel good, you feel good. You can contact Southern Oregon Foot and Ankle, L.L.C by calling 541-776-3338

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FURNITURE

In-Home Design AssistanceDream it., Create it, Love it.

Free design assistance in your home or in-store. If you ask us, picking out new furniture should be fun. And, when you work with us, it is. We make the process as easy as possible by helping you envision what your furniture and your entire room will look like.

Visit us today to create a single sofa or an entire room. We’ll help you bring it all together. Quickly & easily bring your dream rooms to life in absolutely amazing 3-D visual reality. Customize furniture styles and fabrics, change the room shape, add windows and doors… In fact, anything you can do in a real room, you can do on the La-Z-Boy 3D Room Planner!

We Are Big on Comfort!So often, small details make a

big difference. Like customizable lumbar fi rmness. One-touch reclin-ing. Extra long footrests. An ergo-nomic handle. Cushions “zoned” for optimal fi rmness and lasting com-fort & so much more.

Locally owned and operat-ed, La-Z-Boy Furniture Galleries opened in September 2007 along I-5 just off the Phoenix exit. After having introduced their franchise to Bend, Oregon, Allen Pfeifer and family decided to bring their brand to the beautiful Rogue Valley.

The Pfeifers originally chose the La-Z-Boy line because of this com-pany’s long history and fi ne tradition of building high quality, long-lasting recliners & furniture.

Born in the USAIn 1927, two young cousins

from Monroe, Michigan – Edward M. Knabusch and Edwin J. Shoe-

maker – created a wood-slat chair with a reclining back that allowed hardworking families to relax after a long day – and the world’s fi rst recliner was born! The La-Z-Boy recliner was a big hit in Monroe and soon, the nation.

Steadily over the last 85 years, La-Z-Boy has expanded beyond recliners and now has comfort-able furniture in all shapes and sizes. With factories and employees across the nation and world, this homegrown family business has come a long way from its humble roots in a Michigan cornfi eld.

Committed to America!Today, La-Z-Boy is hard at

work building an all-American in-vention right here on American soil. With the headquarters still based in Monroe, Mich., fi ve U.S. manufac-turing plants, four distribution cen-ters and nearly 350 furniture gal-leries, La-Z-Boy and it’s franchise owners employ more than 5,000 people nationwide in the pursuit of comfortable, long lasting furniture.

Every day, they proudly pro-duce recliners, sofas, chairs and more by hardworking, dedicated employees. These fi ne people are driven by the same determination and commitment to quality and comfort that set them on the road to success 85 years ago.

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Wine Tasting and Touring in the Rogue Valley RegionIs a Great Bunch of Fun and a Delicious Education!

Southern Oregon, or more specifi -cally the Rogue Valley and Applegate Valley offer a unique opportunity to taste and experience locally grown grape va-rietals and blended wines that compete with any other famous winemaking re-gion of the world. This area is unique in that it has the ideal characteristics for growing a large variety of quality grapes within a small region.

The Rogue Valley’s American Vi-ticultural Area (AVA) is comprised of three distinct river valleys, each with slightly different grape cultivating char-acteristics. The warmest and driest of the three valleys in the Rogue region -- Bear Creek Valley runs parallel with the I-5 corridor. Its climate is similar to France’s Bordeaux region and is well suited for growing highly prized grape varieties including Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Chardonnay, Cabernet Franc, Pinot Gris, Sauvignon Blanc, Malbec and Syrah.

Not to be outdone, the Applegate Valley, which is south of Grants Pass and east of Bear Creek Valley, beautifully stretches out along the path of the Ap-plegate River, the valley’s more moder-ate climate is generally drier and warmer than the Illinois Valley to its west, yet not as warm and dry as Bear Creek Val-ley to the east. Its vineyards are planted

to Bordelaise varieties such as Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Chardon-nay and Zinfandel.

To the west of the Applegate Valley Appellation, and still within the Rogue Valley Appellation, the Illinois Valley is furthest of the three valleys from the pri-mary population areas. High elevation and a marine infl uence, spilling over the coastal mountains to the west, are major elements of this valley’s distinct terrain. These infl uences make the Illinois Val-ley’s microclimate suitable for growing high-quality Burgundian varieties such as Pinot Noir, Gewürztraminer, Riesling, Pinot Gris, Chardonnay, Pinot Blanc, early Muscat and Gamay Noir.

So whether you are well schooled at wine appreciation or not, planning a few days of wine touring is a “must do” activity now that you are living in this beautifully located region. Of course, we recommend that the best way to take in the various wineries worry-free is to plan to pack a nice picnic, invite some new friends or visiting family, and schedule one of our limousines so that you can take in the beautiful landscapes from the comfort of a luxuriously appointed ve-hicle with your own personal chauffeur to guide you in your quest.

With all of the wineries to choose

from, and more tasting rooms opening every year, it is simply impossible to take them all in during a single day. Wine making is an art as well as a skill, so be patient with yourself and allow the time to savor the uniquely wonderful charac-teristics of each winery and their signa-ture offerings. The summer and autumn seasons are just perfect for enjoying the scenery but most wineries stay open year round just in case you miss a few.

At Taste of Honey Limousine, we pay attention to the little details that will make your winery tour a day without hassle or worry. We always have your personal experience in mind and we feel that the best way to maximize your en-joyment of the day or of that special eve-ning is to have your very own chauffeur at the wheel.

We specialize in winery tours, wed-dings, anniversaries, quinceaneras and all other special events that make up the milestones of one’s lifetime. We also provide elegant transportation for busi-ness and corporate events as well as air-port service day or night.

Give us a call at 541-779-5123 to fi nd out how affordable it is to schedule a limousine. We help guide you so that your day is one fi lled with fun and price-less memories.

LIMOUSINE SERVICE & WINERY TOURS

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How do I know if I need it? Who can help me decide what I need? Al-though there is a difference in the terms water treatment, and water con-ditioning, for this paper, I will make no distinction between the two. In the water treatment industry, most deal-ers seem to use the terms in the same manner not knowing there is a differ-ence. Both terms relate to improving the water to a point that it is safe and pleasing to use.

What are my treatment choices?

With test results in hand, coupled with what aesthetics issues you know about, you are ready to delve into the complex task of deciding on a treat-ment choice for your water supply. As in the testing phase, you will need to be fully involved in understanding the difference in all the choices that may be available. In simple treat-ment choices, there may be only one or two options to consider, thus mak-ing your choice easy. But the more things “wrong” with your water, the more complex the treatment system becomes. This is compounded by each professional’s choice of treatment sys-tems to solve your problems. It can be-come very confusing, so the more time you spend understanding the differ-ences in these systems the more likely your informed choices will be the best choice for you. The “best” systems

aren’t necessarily the most expen-sive. There is rarely only one “right” choice. Many factors can determine the overall choice: (1) Type of exist-ing pump system (2) Available room for new equipment (3) Pressure drop issues with multiple water treatment devices (4) Environmental or personal issues with certain chemicals and ad-ditives used in some treatment devic-

es (5) Maintenance and reliability of proposed equipment. (6)Treat whole house (point of entry equipment) and/or at a single fixture (point of use).

How do I go about choosing what needs treating? How do I decide whether to treat all or part of the water

Water treatment orwater conditioning?

system? Which is the best method and equipment based upon price, reliabil-ity, chemical or consumables replace-ment?

Again remember that the more you can learn before buying the bet-ter your choice will prove to be. It is therefore imperative that the follow-ing three steps not be overlooked.

1) Do the testing necessary to arrive at what in your water needs to be removed. The analogy of some one having major surgery with-out first doing all the major diagnos-tic testing to determine what is wrong and needs fixing is very apropos. Most water treatment equipment is very “job” specific as to what itcan remove. If you have not done enough testing, to determine what needs to be treated, it is near impossible to come up with the right equipment to do the job. Someone trying to sell you water treatment equipment without any supporting testing is not a profes-sional...Beware!

2) Professional Input. Before, during, and after the water testing you need to have input from a professional water treatment dealer/ installer. Like mentioned earlier, you are not the only one using water from its supply formation. Local professional dealers will already have a pretty good idea of what needs to be treated. They can give you preliminary estimates on different treatment options while the final testing results are being done. A complete water analysis protects you so that you know that you have presented a list of things that need to be corrected. It allows all the pro-fessionals you may want to contact, to sell you on their method and equipment compared to others. It also protects the water treatment dealers in that it sets the parameters of what you want treated.

3) You’re Input. I think as impor-tant as the above two steps are, the ad-ditional step of making sure that your input is part of the whole testing pro-cess. Your senses are very important to getting the treatmentdesign and plan right the first time. The aesthet-ics issues that you find objectionable may not be important or even no-ticed by others. It may not have been tested for. If something smells, looks, or feels “off” in your water, make sure that information is available and addressed in the bids and estimates you get on your treatment system.

HOME WATER TREATMENT

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Are you new to the area? One of the most frustrating things to overcome in a new environment is realizing you are temporarily out of your comfort zone. You need to establish new relationships with everyone from your Dentist to where you do your shopping.

When it comes to purchasing fi ne jewelry, most of us would ob-tain a referral from a friend or rela-tive. This “word of mouth” referral base is how we built Gold & Gems over the past three decades.

Just recently, we expanded from our Ashland store to a second location in Medford. The greeting we received in Medford has been wonderful.

This is a family-owned com-pany headed by Richard & Ron Hansen. We employ a friendly, highly trained team of jewelry professionals. Our team consists of Gemologists, Designers, Model makers, Goldsmiths, Platinum-smiths, Stonesetters and Customer Service Representatives all devot-ed to delivering top quality jewelry treasures to our valued customers.

Consistently voted #1 jewel-er and “favorite business ” in our local community, we have built this business on honesty, a high code of ethics, and of course ex-

ceptional jewelry and service.Now for those three reason you

need to visit us at Gold&Gems:

Reason #1: Pricing Policy: It is widely known that jewelry pieces are infl ated, then discounted in or-der to “appear” like a low price. Our clients have become believers in the value that we offer. We have recognized successes by setting our everyday prices lower than the in-dustries standard, and then we back up the purchases with support, free sizing, polishing and all of the ser-vice oriented issues that are so im-portant with fi ne jewelry.

Reason #2: Quality Assurance: Every piece of jewelry that you will fi nd here has been hand-selected by Gold And Gems for its outstanding workmanship and the superior qual-

ity of its gems. We have built our reputation on selling only the fi nest jewelry. Whether you come into our store or shop with us online, you are a Gold And Gems customer, and you can expect only the best in design, quality and service each and every time.

Reason #3: Trust: We are the longest running jeweler in Southern Oregon. Many others have opened and closed their doors during our 31 years of service. We have earned the trust of the local community, and that is something that we are most proud of. We look forward to serving you with our award win-ning custom creations, our fabu-lous inventories, or even some-thing as simple as a battery for your watch. Come in, mention this article, and we will welcome you to Southern Oregon

I encourage you to call us, or email us using our convenient on-line form if you have questions re-garding fi ne jewelry, gemstones or just any issue.

The hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Saturday and the telephone number is 541-245-1585

(Medford) or 541-488-2753 (Ashland). The company’s website is:www.goldandgems.com.

Our friendly staff welcomes you to Southern Oregon...Let us share with you three reasons why you’ll want to make us your jeweler!

JEWELERY

KING RICHARD RON JENNIFER JASON

ROMY DEBBI JOSH ROB BELLA

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Creating beautiful smiles is our goal, and the success of that has a lot to do with the wonderful patients we have in our Medford Orthodontic offi ce. Dr Gary May has helped Medford OR residents attain the beautiful smiles they deserve with the lat-est innovations with orth-odontic care. Our offi ce uses Invisalign and the Damon System braces to create new smiles that will last a lifetime. We know that successful orthodontic treatment can only occur when patient, parents or spouse, the or-thodontist and staff all work together. We are ded-icated to this “team effort” approach, which requires the patients and their fam-ily to be as informed as possible in the many facets of treatment. With this goal in mind, we urge you to explore our website to learn more about us (www.mayortho.com), our commitment to you and your orthodontic needs.

We recognize that every pa-

tient has different goals and desires, and we pride ourselves on indi-vidualizing every treatment plan to exceed your expectations. Whether you’re an adult, teen or child, our knowledgeable doctor and staff are

committed to helping you achieve your goals for your teeth and face as well as providing balance and harmony for a lifetime of beautiful, healthy smiles. Your individual treatment de-pends upon a close professional working relationship, and Dr. Gary

May will make every effort to dis-cuss and explain the specifi cs of your treatment in detail. Please feel free to inquire about any aspect of your treatment at any time since

your understanding and cooperation are absolute-ly essential for the results we all seek. We are proud to serve the residents of Med-ford, Oregon and the sur-rounding Rogue Valley. We utilize the latest ad-vances in the orthodontic industry, such as the new Damon Q and CLEAR braces and Invisalign. Our doctor invests hun-dreds of hours every year to stay at the forefront of the profession to ensure that you receive the most

effective care possible to meet your individual needs. For Invisalign, Damon Braces and more, call your Medford, Or-egon, orthodontist, Dr. Gary May for a Free Initial Consultation.

Offi ce at 1625 E. McAndrews Rd., Medford Suite B, 541.779.3003

Orthodontic Treatment Worth Smiling About

ORTHODONTICS & BRACES

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Have you ever wondered why some people can buy and sell homes while others will struggle for months and even years? With interest rates being the lowest in history, there are many great opportunities out there to invest in...but where are they and how do I fi nd them? These questions and many more are answered daily between Don McCoy and his clients.

In the latest Fiserv Case-Shiller quarterly report released last week, the Medford metropolitan statisti-cal area — which in-cludes all of Jackson County — is projected to see more than an 11 percent gain in home values over the next fi ve years. Investment website Business In-sider said that could make the local real es-tate market one of the top-15 nationally into 2017.

Fiserv Case-Shiller reported house prices in 37 of the 384 metro areas are projected to increase at more than twice the national annual-ized rate of 3.3 percent over the next fi ve years. The intriguing element for homebuyers, sellers and people in the local real estate industry is that more than half of those markets are in three states: California has nine, while Oregon and Florida have fi ve each. Medford topped the list. Pan-

ama City-Lynn Haven-Panama City Beach in Florida was No. 2, followed by Santa Fe, N.M. Eugene-Spring-fi eld came in at No. 13 and Yakima, Wash., was No. 14.

Fiserv Case-Shiller considers historical and forecast home price trend information, supplemented with data from the Federal Housing Finance Agency. Through 2017, the

report projects an 11.2 percent in-crease in Jackson County home val-ues. From the market peak during the fi rst half of 2006 to the cutoff date for the report earlier this year, Jack-son County home prices had declined 39.8 percent.

As the areas fi rst EcoBroker and Earth Advantage trained real es-tate agent, Dons passion for quality high-performance homes in both new construction and in remodeling has

led to his special expertise in helping communities focus on developing sustainable design and living on local and regional levels as well.

Don has gone on to receive ad-ditional training in building science, energy, and environmental issues di-rectly related to various real estate transactions, in both the residential and the commercial areas of the mar-

ketplace. He completed numerous educational opportunities through USGBC LEED for Homes, Energy Star presentations for Con-tractors & Architects, and a State of Oregon Building Code class including the High Per-formance Homes pre-sentation. Don is an Energy Trust Trade Ally of Oregon, EcoBroker Certifi ed® and Earth Advantage S.T.A.R.

In recent years, Don has developed a

television documentary series on “The Green Economy and Green Building in Southern Oregon,” and it is with excitement and enthusiasm that he helps promote, consult and ed-ucate the language of Green through his TV shows, power point, speaking, writing, panel discussions and trade shows.

Medford & Surrounding Area Tops the List for Real Estate Come Back During the next 5 Years!

BrokerFounder of the Oregon Green ExpoHost of the Green Economy TV Show on KOBI Channel 5

REAL ESTATE

Don McCoy on Real EstateIn Jackson County

Home Values In Jackson County Up 13.4%

*Source: Trulia.com and the Mail Tribune

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When you need tires and wheel products for your vehicle, Qual-ity Tire has always been the place to go to in the Medford, OR area for the past 20 years. Estab-lished in 1991, owners Scott Pollacheck and Joel Harris have prided themselves on giving their customers the best possible service. Come into our convenient loca-tion at 1910 Table Rock Rd., Medford, OR, any-time between 8:30 AM and 5:30 PM, Monday through Fri-day for all of your automotive needs. Customers can contact Quality Tire at 541-770-6827, or contact us online.

As its name implies Quality Tire specializes in providing its custom-ers with the best possible passen-ger and performance tires available, with only top national brands such as MICHELIN®, BFGoodrich® and Uniroyal® offered to our custom-ers. Thanks to our online tire fi nder, customers can input their vehicle’s

make, model and year to fi nd appro-priate tires from the comfort of their

homes. If you have additional ques-tions, our qualifi ed staff can assist

you anytime with questions to pro-vide you with the best possible tires and wheels to fi t your driving needs and budget. Quality Tire can also as-sist you with your tire service needs, including regular and low profi le tire installation, computer spin balancing, fl at repairs, and rotations.

If your vehicle needs mechani-cal repairs or preventive maintenance, look no further than Quality Tire. Get

the full potential from your vehicle when it is serviced for preventive main-tenance or other mechanical work by our superb techni-cians. We specialize in brake work and TPMS. Come in to-day to Quality Tire to see what our staff can do for you and your vehicle.

Call us today at 541-770-6827 ir

visit us at 1910 Table Rock Road, Medford.

It’s What You Don’t See That Makes A Difference!

TIRE & WHEELS

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TIRE & WHEELS

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Sunscape Window Tinting is not just another tint shop. We specialize in Residential, Commercial and Automo-tive Window Tinting. We are also your certifi ed installers for 3M paint protec-tions fi lms. We also design and install custom graphics either in window fi lm or vinyl stickers. We are your one stop tint shop! We have a simple philosophy: do things right the fi rst time!

After 17 years we have learned that there is no such thing as a small job. Whether you need your personal car tint-ed, your new home protected or a com-plete face lift on your 20 story building, we believe that quality installation and the best customer service possible is what it takes to stay alive in any type of business. After being in the business for this long, we pride ourselves on keeping at the top of our game.

We are actively attending seminars and classes to keep our techniques current., as well as participating and placing in sev-eral window tinting competitions. We feel this gives us an advantage over our competition. Here are a few reasons that set us apart from our competitors.

Automotive Window TintingThere are so many reasons to have

you car tinted. Some buy window fi lm because it looks good. Others need UV protection, while many simply want to keep out the heat and reduce unwanted glare. Whether it’s your fi rst sports car or the family SUV, we have fi lms that

will give you the protection you are looking for whatever your needs.

Residential & Commercial Window Tinting

The fact is that the sun will destroy everything in its path. Harmful UV rays can and will ruin the inside of your home or building. Carpet, hardwood fl oors,drapes and your furniture are at risk. Window fi lm is the only product that offers you protection against the UV rays and still allow you to enjoy the lights that brightens your day. Safety, security and anti-graffi ti fi lm offer even more protection.

We basically offer the best of the best when it comes to residential or commercial space window tinting. Our #1 selling brand of residential fi lm is the Sunscape Select designer fi lms by Madico. The Sunscape Select fi lms are specifi cally designed for today’s modern home. Low refl ectivity, high heat rejec-tion and absolutely the best clarity and

quality in the window fi lm business. Lifetime manufacturer warranty on both the fi lm and labor but more importantly the Sunscape Select fi lms come standard with a 5 year glass breakage warranty and 5 year seal failure warranty.

Sunscape Select Designer fi lms are Duel Pane “Safe” and are manufactured to work with modern Low “E” window systems. The Sunscape Select will reject almost 100% of the harmful Ultra Violet rays and will block as high as 89% of the unwanted heat and glare. We stock a full line of Ceramic, Dual Refl ective, Neutral and Soft Bronze window fi lms. We also from time to time need to match

existing fi lms therefore we have ac-cess to other fi lms. We also buy from Madico, Llumar, Suntek, Johnson Window Films and V-Kool.

If you are looking to have your commercial building or personal home tinted, we again feel that your experience with us will be pleas-ant and professional. We offer free in home estimates. We offer a wide range of window fi lms depending on your application needs. Anti-graffi ti fi lms, non-refl ective fi lms, dual re-fl ective fi lms, ceramic fi lms, decora-tive window fi lms even clear window

fi lms, we offer it all.We are fully insured and we are a

licensed and bonded contractor in the state of Oregon. We invite you to stop in and take a tour of our new facility at 2001 Biddle Road in Medford, Oregon. Our offi ce hours are Monday- Friday 9:00 A.M to 5:30 P.M and by appoint-ment only on Saturdays.

WINDOW TINTING

Window Tinting is

Sunscreen for Your

Automobile, Home or Business!

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TIRES & WHEELS

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AUTO REPAIR & DIAGNOSTICS

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APPLIANCES - USED

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BEAUTY SALON

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BICYCLES & HOBBIES

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CABINETRY & COUNTERTOPS

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FINANCIAL PLANNING

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GARAGE DOORS

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Tomorrow is that day of the week when anything could happen

No one knows what tomorrow holds. Call today to schedule an Insurance and Financial Review to get prepared for your future.

Tarah Sussman 3501 Excel DrMedford, OR 97504541-779-8846

541-787-5455 [email protected]

Tarah Sussman3501 Excel Dr. Ste. #225Medford, OR 97504541-779-8860 office541-787-5455 [email protected]

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INSURANCE & FINANCIAL PLANNING

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NURSERY - PLANTS, TREES & SHRUBS

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PLUMBING

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STORAGE - HOUSEHOLD, BOATS & RV’s

Welcome to beautiful Rogue Valley Oregon, we hope that your transition is going smoothly. If while during your move, you have a need for a safe and convenient place to store your belongings while getting settled into your new home, we hope that you will give us a call!

When you store your possessions in our facility, you don’t have to worry. All of our units are protected by a security fence. At night, our facility is brightly lighted. Additionally, we have resident managers that are available, electronic gates, and a high-tech surveillance system.

• Convenient Central Location• Residential or Commercial Use• Six Unit Sizes to Choose From• Gated Area for Boats, RV’s, etc.• Open Every Day of the Week• Tall Security Fence Protection• Resident Managers on Location• High Tech Surveillance System• Electronic Gates at Entrance• Close to the I-5 Freeway Exits

Ask About Our “New-Movers” Special!2700 Bullock RoadMedford, Oregon

www.medfordministorage.net

Serving the Medford Area Since 1973

Mini Storage Warehouse541-779-1333

Offering Special Rates forCustomers Making Annual Payments

Conveniently Located Next To Highway 5

541-779-1333

MINI STORAGEWAREHOUSE

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TIRE DEALER

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From earliest times the ma-jor obstacle to travel between the Rogue Valley of southern Oregon and Shasta Valley of northern Cal-ifornia has been the ridge of moun-tains called the “Siskiyous.” The name comes from the Indian word for “broom tailed horse.” Legend has it that the fi rst white man the Indians met in this area was rid-ing a horse with its tail cut off square like a broom. The white man asked the Indians for the name of the Mountains, but mis-understood their reply. He thought they were naming the mountains when actually they were talking about his horse’s tail. The name “Siskiyou” endured. The lowest and shortest passage over these mountains is a few miles west of a 1,000-foot tall rock pillar protruding above the mid point of the ridge. Known as “Pilot Rock,” this landmark aided Indians and immigrants, as well as today’s travelers, to locate the best place to cross the mountains. The discovery of gold in both Rogue and Shasta valleys in the 1840’s and 50’s brought more

people over this crossing and soon there was a community known as the village of “Siskiyou.” The peak growth of this village oc-curred during the construction of Railroad Line 3 over the moun-tains in 1887. A train tunnel, dug near the summit beginning at the southeast corner of the village, will be for-

ever famous as the site of the last great train robbery. Three D’Atremont brothers jumped on the train as it was slowly ascend-ing the steep grade north of the entrance to the tunnel. Four men were killed lead-ing authorities to one of the most extensive manhunts in U.S. history. The broth-ers were ultimately captured, tried, and

sentenced to life in prison. The Siskiyou population began to di-minish and fi nally lost its post of-fi ce status in 1920. As a young man growing up in the Rogue Valley, Don Callahan dreamed of owning a lodge in the Siskiyou Mountains. Managing a fl ock of sheep and owning little else, that dream seemed far away.

In 1944 a piece of property mid-way up the mountain on Highway 99 became available. Don sold the sheep and bought the land. After service in World War II, with the help of friends, a pick and shov-el, he chiseled out a building site from the solid rock of the hillside. In 1947 he built a wood and stone building which he named “Calla-han’s Siskiyou Lodge.” The dining room, with eight stools and fi ve tables, opened ini-tially catering to local residents who enjoyed the rustic lodge and its alpine setting. Soon interstate travelers began to appreciate the lodge as well. Anyone who ever traveled “Old 99” can still recall that well known spot. Don married Nilde Cervellin, an immigrant from Italy, in 1951. She brought the great Italian dishes to Callahan’s which are still famous today. Soon guests were standing in line! In April 1964, the original Callahan site was condemned for the new Interstate 5 right of way. Not wanting to be out of business, Don bought a larger piece of land a short distance up the highway below the summit of the Siskiyous and reopened in July of 1965. The site is actually a part of the old vil-lage of Siskiyou. Callahan’s is known throughout the West as an exceptional place to stop for great food, good drinks and good company. It is now be-ing patronized by the fourth gen-eration of original customers. Few restaurants enjoy such extensive acclaim. Ron Bergquist, who had remod-eled Nilde’s kitchen in 1960, and his wife, Donna, purchased Cal-lahan’s on January 2, 1996. Ron brings to the enterprise his exten-sive experience in developing res-taurants and hotels. He was raised in the Rogue Valley. Donna, a na-tive of Texas, brings many years of experience in marketing, promo-tion and advertising. They believe their combined skills will assure the future success and develop-ment of the “Callahan„ tradition.

VACATION LODGING & RESTAURANT

Callahan’s Mountain Lodge

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