New Back Gate Lock

Mike Packer has added a new lock to the back gate. This will restore access to the River for some owners and prevent access by trespassers. The key to the Master lock still works of course (see configuration) but no key is needed if you have the PW. Please contact me at the RB owners email address (or call) and I will give you the PW.

Mushrooms

Caesar's Amanita (Amanita caesarea)

Recent rains have encouraged our fungi friends to grow fast. These sprang up overnight. They are colorful and interesting photo subjects, but hazardous. Mushrooms are frequently poisonous. See this link.
And this one from NCSU.


There is a good website for identifying poisonous plants in NC at NCSU.

Riverbend Hikers

My grandchildren (all 7) were visiting from out of state and we took the occasion of a rare June cool snap (June 26th) to "discover" Riverbend. Everyone was tired after a morning of hiking that included identifying trees and birds and collecting stones for projects. They named some of the features on our property such as large trees, small creeks and trails. There were no tick bites. Note the long pants, light colored tucked in socks and duct tape securing the socks above the pants. It was a great day!

Landowner Protection Act of 2011

The Landowner Protection Act created important safeguards for rural property owners. It is helpful to be aware of these rules to protect your property and personal safety.

1. Posting of property can now be done with purple paint. Signs can be removed and vandalized. Paint generally cannot. Paint a vertical stripe at least 8 inches in length and 3-5 feet up from the base.
2. Wildlife officers can issue citations on site without going through the "process" rules related to trespassing laws.
3. Liability rules related to uninvited guests have been improved. However, we should still carry insurance.

During recent weeks I have been speaking with the manager of the "Poor Boys Hunting club." We will strengthen the back gate and increase access to owners. As we get closer to deer hunting season, we plan to erect a front gate with access to all owners and legal visitors. Please send in your ideas on these issues to Riverbend Owners.