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24 THE OAKVILLE BEAVER Friday, September 15, 2000 Sales Representative Sue Natyshak Chainsaw safety tips provided by a professional Before you start dusting off your chainsaw and sawing up your trees for firewood, read these important safety pointers. In search o f the ultimate answers to our safety questions about chain saws, we sat dow n w ith seven-tim e world cham pion lum berjack Ron Hartill to learn how the pros handle chain saws properly. Question: W hen did you learn the importance o f safety training as a profes sional woodsman? $249 900 OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY 2-4:30 1197 BRIDLEWOOD TRAIL Im m aculate G len Abbey home. This four bedroom home is perfect for a growing family. Close to all am enities. Come an d see! Answer: It was in British Columbia, as a high production feller. I specialized in big timber, trees as big as 20 ft. in diam eter and up to 300 ft. tall. I've witnessed some hor rific accidents and throughout my 40-year career, always practiced safety skills. Question: W hat are the basics a novice needs to know before operating a chain saw? Answer: Kickback is one o f leading causes o f accidents. When cutting, make sure the saw tips does not come into contact with any logs behind the one you are cutting - which could cause kickback. Chain saws today are equipped w ith anti-kickback devices-. Chain saw operators should also consult their local power equipm ent dealer for advice on the best saw to use for the job and for a quick refresher or introductory course in starting and stopping the engine. Question: With all o f your experience, what is the best advice you can pass along? Answer: N um ber one, you should always wear protective gear, such as safety chaps or pants, as well as eye and ear pro tection. And, always stand on firm ground in a boxer-like stance when using a chain saw. OPEN HOUSE SUN. 2-4 N E W " CUSTOM H O M E" S O U T H O F LAKESHO RE! Absolutely spectacular, best describes this stunning cus tom built home, located only a sh o rt stroll to marina, shops and boutiques. Interior boasts an open concept design w ith m any upgrades throughout. Base m ent is completely finished with extra bedroom, bath, w et bar and more. This is a m u st seel! 10+++ CaU Mark for details a t 849 -3 3 3 2 483 AVON CRES., OAKVILLE MARK KIRTON Sales R epresentative Absolutely stunning custom Carriage Trade resi dence built by Van Hoeve. Spectacular Ravine lot with stream. Features include great room, luxurious master with ensuite. Walkout from lower level to ,,M t^ deck. 3 bedrooms, 3 baths and so much more. See DAVIDSON this home with me on Sunday._______________ sales Representative W A R R R EALTY IN C . 3 3 5 - 3 9 8 8 FOR RETIREES ORYOUNG PROFESSIONALS IMMEDIATE POSSESSION. Detached Bungalow w. Loft Condo. A lm ost New, Bright & cheerful. M ain fir M aster w. ensuite & 2nd Bedrm/Den. Large Loft with Skylights & 4 pc. Bath + large W alk-In C lo s e t could be M aster Suite o r Fam ily Rm. Backs onto detached hom es with m ature trees for ' rp privacy. ' Ceram ic entry, kitchen and bathroom s, includes central air & & < 4 appli ances (new in `97). Walk to Lake, Dow ntow n. Follow low signs tron trom Lakeshore and M aple & M aple & Lockhart to 13-1150 Carol S t, Burlington. DICK SCOTT Sales Rep ROYAL LEPAGE REAL ESTATE SERVICES 3 3 8 -3 7 3 7 /8 4 9 -3 3 3 2 I ROYAL LEPAGE REAL ESTATE SERVICES LTD. 6 3 4 -7 7 5 5 Tom Hamilton SALES REPRESENTATIVE _ ..............min r o y a l lepag e OF | I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I II _ FIR ST TIM E OFFERED! ^ n ATOM IA 1 rcM inum P t ' PVAJJJUM AWARD a E D C E LLE N Royal LePage Real Estate Services Ltd., Broker "Your Country Spe cialist" T op5% off 634-7755 in Canada Res. 689-5664 $204*900 BIGGEST PIE-SHAPED LOT OF ITS KIND! Premium lot measures 65' wide at rear, 125' on west side & 154' on the east. This Italian owned `Greenpark' end unit features 3 spacious BRs, 1-1/2 bathrooms, imported ceramic tile firing & ceramic backsplash in kit. Private dble driveway allows parking for 4 + 1 car in garage. Walking distance to buses, parks, trails, shopping & schools. A JO E CAMASTRA Sa)cs Represeniativc CENTURY 21 KINGSBURY REAL ESTATE LTD. 905-568-1212 FLAMBOROUGH HILLS ESTATES "CARLISLE" Custom built by McKee. Super 4 BR family home updated throughout, spotless, move-in condition. Gorgeous mature treed park-like setting with privacy hedge, gleaming hrdwd. firs., 2 FPs, 2-1/2 baths, new roof, new windows, a must to view. No disap pointments here. Offered at $414,900 TUCKAWEYE ESTATES, CARLISLE R-2000 ENVIRO HOME Quality bit. by Thomas Cochren, 2 yrs. new, beautifully fin., great attn. to detail, fabulous dream kit. loaded w/extras, inviting Great rm. w/gas FP, open staircase to Iwer. M., 9' ceilings on mn. Ivl. Beautifully landscaped w/ingr. sprinkler svs., interlock patio, Irg. paved drive, great curb appeal. Offered at $ 459,900 OPEN HO USE S U N D A Y 2 -4 257 GATESTONE AVENUE P R IV A T E M A T U R E T R E E D S E T T IN G S tonebury Estate C arlisle area, gorgeous 2.5 acre lot with tennis court, hot tub, rear patio and deck. Q uiet enclave of executive e state hom es. Beautiful ranch bungalow of approx. 3100 sq ft. 3 car garage. No disappointm ents loaded w /extras. O ffered at $6 4 9 ,0 0 0 F A B U L O U S B I-L E V E L B U N G A L O W with 3 W/O's from fin. Iwr. M. to rear yard. Beautifully maintained & updated througout, new kitchen, ceramic & hrdwd. firs., vaulted beamed ceiling in LR w/FP, W/O to inviting Florida rm., 4 BRs, 2 baths, rec. rm. w/FP, solarium w/hot tub nestled on private ravine 1-acre setting. Cedar Springs location. North Burlington $327,700 5 bedroom executive home in much sought after neighbour hood. Come and see for yourself - Lovely garden with inground pool. 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