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I Take Pride in West Hartford Just like many of you, West Hartford, Connecticut, is my hometown. I love all that it has to offer, from our harsh WE DO THINGS RIGHT EVERY TIME
winters to our refreshing spring and summer, and our colorful, seasonal fall. There’s a reason that West Hartford frequently is recognized as the best place to live in Connecticut, and I’m proud to be a part of it. That is why I am so focused on making a difference and making Trout Brook Arborists stand out from the rest—I believe that my neighbors deserve the best. The only way for a neighborhood guy like myself to succeed in this business is to do things the right way. I take pride in my work, in my community, and in every tree. Our team is the backbone of Trout Brook Arborists. Each member is trained on how to do every job and service that we offer. This way, all team members are able to coordinate and communicate on the jobsite. We have a different model than everyone else and hands down, it’s much more efficient. Because we are safe and compliant and have more overhead, we are able to complete jobs much faster and more efficiently than some of our competitors. Thus, training is a very important aspect of our systems and practices here at Trout Brook Arborists. The growth of our employees depends on them becoming well-rounded in the career of landscape maintenance. In New England, tree service has the highest earning potential and longest staying power for our employees, so that is the direction we choose to pursue. With the blessing of our customers, we aim to be the tree professionals of choice for West Hartford! “The only way for a neighborhood guy like myself to succeed in this business is to do things the right way.”
As the owner of Trout Brook Arborists, I don’t shy away from sharing our best practices with anyone who shows interest or even with other company’s employees at trade shows, online forums, or training opportunities with fellow businesses. Our success lies not in secret technologies, but in our spirit of action and love of service to our “city-state” of West Hartford. We value meritorious promotion, freedom, and openness, our spirit of camaraderie and passionate love of community giving us the advantage in times of storms and crisis. Every month, we donate our time, money, or both to a community organization to keep West Hartford lush and beautiful. Whether it’s at Fernridge Park, Westminster Church, The Hillel house, or Playhouse on Park, we donate trees and do
the labor. It’s a great way to give back to the community and make our home a better place. Honoring the value and beauty of West Hartford is a core value of Trout Brook Landscaping. It’s our home, too!
–Andrew Bachman CT Arborist S6222
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Introducing Dave Pilon, a Local Real Estate Pro! In the Spotlight
A very close friend of Andrew, the owner of Trout Brook Landscaping, Dave Pilon, also serves the West Hartford community. A real estate agent for over 10 years, Dave works for the Miale Team at Keller Williams in West Hartford, his hometown.
10 years later, Dave has helped hundreds of people find their dream homes and sell their existing homes. He takes the worry and anxiety out of the home-buying process. One of Dave’s favorite aspects of the career is having the ability to help his clients again years later in pursuit of their next real estate adventure.
Andrew and Dave ran on the same high school cross country team and even lived together at times. While Andrew was building his landscaping business, Dave was establishing his real estate career, and they’ve helped each other along the way. “Dave isn’t above getting his hands dirty and helping me out when I need it,” Andrew states.
“I’ve learned so much in the past 10 years,” Dave tells us. “I’m constantly learning. I love working with clients and building a network of positive client relationships and working relationships with other realtors in the area.”
Dave explains that in today’s crazy market, it really does matter who you’re working with when it comes to buying or selling your home. You’ll want to have a realtor who has connections with other realtors because the market is competitive, and if your realtor has a relationship with the selling realtor it can be very beneficial to securing a deal. Personal connections and a great work ethic are key. If you’re looking for a real estate agent to deliver the best service and representation, Dave is your guy!
Dave graduated with his bachelor’s degree in psychology and his masters of
education degree in recreation management. After graduating, he had a career in outdoor adventure with the YMCA children’s camps. He still serves as a volunteer on the board of directors for the organization closest to his heart, Camp Jewell in Colebrook, CT. While he loved working with the children, the idea of a career with more flexibility appealed to him. When you’re in pain, daily activities like walking to the mailbox or reaching for a plate from the cupboard can exacerbate inflamed joints and weak muscles. However, just simply being a human can intensify this pain, too. The reason is in your brain. For years, researchers have connected our mental well-being with our physical health. Study after study shows that those who suffer from mental illnesses also have intense bouts of pain. Physical therapy is a powerful treatment method designed to use your body’s strength and movement to stimulate physical healing. But to holistically recover from an injury or pain, you may have to also address your mental health. This spring, as April showers loom, consider a centuries-old practice that has shown time and time again to improve mental wellness. All it requires is a little dirt, patience, and the great outdoors. What is horticulture therapy? As the American Horticultural Therapy Association explains, horticulture therapy can improve cognitive and memory abilities, balance, language skills, and endurance, among other benefits. It’s the practice of gardening to stimulate mindfulness. Dating back to ancient Mesopotamia, the Persians were known for creating beautiful, calming gardens for this very purpose, and the first documented use of gardening for medical reasons HEALING AS OLD AS DIRT Horticulture Therapy Might Help!
is from the 1800s. Since then, connecting humans to plants is now a common treatment in many countries. What do I have to do? To effectively engage in horticulture therapy, you have to engage with nature. Plant a small garden in your yard and tend to it each day or week. Join a community garden, plant an indoor herb garden, or pluck weeds from your yard. If you’re not much of a gardener, try visiting local botanical gardens or hike a local trail and identify plant life each week. Or, ask your local nursery for suggestions about plants that are easy to care for. The goal is to physically and mentally connect with nature, which bonds you to a simpler form of life. To learn more about horticulture therapy, connect with a local psychiatrist or counselor.
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TAKE A BREAK
Spring is here and it’s time to get out and mingle with the community! With Easter on the way and summer just around the corner, there’s so much to do. Here are just a few: Spring Is in the Air Local Activities in West Hartford April 25th West Hartford Town Council 2022 budget adoption meeting. This is a chance for residents to learn about what goes into the budget and the pressures of increasing expenses versus limited state regulated revenue sources for the town.
Vegan Garlic Alfredo Sauce Inspired by TheVegan8.com
In the town hall room 314 public are welcome with or without a mask starting at 7 p.m.
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Mother’s Day Madness Outdoor Craft & Vendor Fair On Saturday, May 7, at 10 a.m., join in some Mother’s Day fun at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Society Women’s Auxiliary. More than 100 talented vendors and crafters will be selling great food and thoughtful gifts for mom’s special day. Best of all, admission is free! Take the time to swing by and check it out! Encore! A Playhouse on Park Fundraiser On Saturday, May 14, from 6 p.m.–12 a.m., at the brand- new Clerestory Ballroom at Hilliard Mills, take part in a grand fundraiser to support professional live theater on the Playhouse on Park stage. Get ready for an evening of fine dining, live and silent auctions, dancing, and tons of entertainment. It’ll be a night to remember! All proceeds will benefit our Playhouse on Park theater and children’s theater programs.
• 1 medium white onion, diced • 1 1/2 cups low sodium vegetable broth, divided • 4 large minced garlic cloves • 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp ground black pepper • 1/2 cup raw unsalted cashews • 1 tbsp lemon juice • 2 tbsp nutritional yeast
Directions
1. In a large pan over medium-high heat, add the onion and 1 cup of broth. Cook for 8 minutes until the onion is tender. 2. Add the garlic and cook for a few minutes, stirring often, until the broth has evaporated. 3. In a food processor, add the onion and garlic and blend well. Then add the remaining broth, salt, pepper, cashews, lemon juice, and nutritional yeast. Blend on high until creamy and smooth. 4. Serve over pasta of your choice.
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THIS ISSUE
1 Value in My Hometown 2 Local Realtor Spotlight
Your Garden Can Help You Heal!
3 Community Events
Vegan Garlic Alfredo Sauce 4 The Time to Plant a Tree Is Now
The Best Trees for Survival GUIDE TO CHOOSING AYARD TREE
Whatever happened to the rows of trees arching over the dappled shady avenues of West Hartford yesteryear? Our colonial homes look cozy and classy when amongst leafy giants. Tall trees are rapidly disappearing around town. Many of our tallest trees were planted in the 1920s and are now at the end of their lifecycle after decades of stormy weather. The world was in black and white back then, but now we can replant in color … Based on 20 years of career work in trees, I list the best trees for surviving New England weather, and for their natural beauty. Most of these trees can last 100 years. As you read their names, you can use a special internet resource to search for a tree’s photos and “biography.” Do a google search for “Morton Arboretum Tree Finder” and use this excellent resource to search a tree by its name. Classic ‘Shade’ Trees 50 – 80 ft: (all are storm-sturdy, dense hardwoods)
American Yellowwood (native)
Sweetgum (native)
Small Deciduous Trees 15-30 ft: (disease resistant)
Canadian Redbud (native) , Japanese Stewartia (foreign)
“Pagoda” Dogwood (foreign) , Cornelian Cherry Dogwood (native)
“Saucer” Magnolia (native)
Evergreen (Conifer) Trees:
White Fir (native) , Canadian Hemlock (native)
Dawn Redwood (native) , Vanderwolf White Pine (native)
American Linden (native)
Each of these trees have different uses. Some can be planted in a hedgerow, while some can be standalone shade trees. None of these species will grow large enough in the next 30 years to be a hazard. The only danger is in not planting a tree. As the ancient proverb goes, “The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second-best time is now.”
American Elm (native)
Sugar Maple (native) , Red Maple (native)
White Oak (native) , American Sycamore (native)
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