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Copyright © 2014 Peel, Inc. The Outlook - November 2014 1 VOLUME VI ISSUE XI NEWS FOR THE RESIDENTS OF THE DOMINION November 2014 Fall color change in Central Texas may not have quite the grandeur of the New England area, but its less frequent occurrences of grandeur can make an even more stark contrast and impression upon us. I’m often asked about the reasons for this mysterious color transformation. I will provide the basic scientific explanation for this in the first part of the article and the second part I will cover many of the species both native and naturalized (non-natives that are a very positive addition to our total tree species in Central Texas) that contribute dramatic Fall brilliance to our area. First, why are leaves green? It is a result of a pigment called chlorophyll, which captures solar energy and employs it in the production/photosynthesis of carbohydrates/sugar (i.e. tree energy or tree food). is “energy factory” if you will, occurs almost exclusively in the leaf, and other pigments are also in play in lesser amounts during photosynthesis. Spurred by the shortening of the daylight hours and temperature decline, various plant growth hormones changes occur and leaf senescence or the programmed plant-leaf aging process enters its last stages for deciduous trees (tree species that lose their leaves every Fall). Due to less sunlight energy, less chlorophyll is produced and the leaves begin to turn golden or brown. e diminishing of chlorophyll, the amount of sugar, and the amount of the two other pigments in play in photosynthesis – anthocyanin (reds & purples) and carotenoids (yellows and oranges) are the main factors which cause the color changes. So the more sugar and the higher concentrations of either of the two remaining pigments causes the peak color purity and color brilliance. Other factors that are also in play include: latitudinal and longitudinal coordinates, elevation above sea level, geographical setting (best color tends to be found within valleys or ravines near creeks or rivers), annual rainfall the previous year plus this year and final month, availability of macro and micro nutrients available, the timing and duration, plus depth of first cold front/northerly freezes, tree species, and the individual hereditary traits of that particular tree. Finally, to increase the chances of good color – use of a Fall tree fertilizer with ample water, will increase the chances of longer and higher quantity of sugar production and capacity for trees to also create ample amounts of the other pigments needed. Healthier trees are more likely to have better color. As a disclaimer, the species with corresponding colors are the typical color displayed, but there are always exceptions such as a small area I’ve visited with Cedar Elms displaying more red than the typical yellow they generally display and often many of the trees go through phases of each color being displayed in stages (yellow to orange to red). Also, a rare phenomenon in a sparse amount of Live Oaks occurs where they will change into crimson, scarlet, then purple hues! CREATE YOUR OWN PALETTE ese are by no means comprehensive, but the hope is that it peaks interest and renews interest in more seasonal color-representative tree species being planted (next Spring and Summer we will focus an article on each of them respectively). NATIVE TREES Spanish Red Oak (multi), Cedar Elm (yellow), Blackjack Oak (red/ purple), Bigtooth Maple (multi), Escarpment Black Cherry, (yellow), Bigleaf & Littleleaf Walnut (yellow), Texas Ash (yellow then scarlet then purple!), Flameleaf Sumac (multi). NATURALIZED TREES Shantung Maple (multi), Caddo Maple (multi), Mexican Sugar Maple (multi), Silver Maple (multi), Drummond Red Maple (scarlet), Amur Maple (multi), Trident Maple (multi), Chinese Pistache (multi), Shumard Red Oak (scarlet). Finally, if you have not made a trip to Lost Maples State Park – please do so! Next month we will look into various evergreen trees that are underused and undervalued despite the beauty, uniqueness, and capacity for surviving in our harsh climate. Any questions or comments on this article or previous ones may be directed to: kevin@ arborcareandconsulting.com Autumn Tree Color

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VOLUME VI ISSUE XINEWS FOR THE RESIDENTS OF THE DOMINION November 2014

Fall color change in Central Texas may not have quite the grandeur of the New England area, but its less frequent occurrences of grandeur can make an even more stark contrast and impression upon us. I’m often asked about the reasons for this mysterious color transformation. I will provide the basic scientific explanation for this in the first part of the article and the second part I will cover many of the species both native and naturalized (non-natives that are a very positive addition to our total tree species in Central Texas) that contribute dramatic Fall brilliance to our area.

First, why are leaves green? It is a result of a pigment called chlorophyll, which captures solar energy and employs it in the production/photosynthesis of carbohydrates/sugar (i.e. tree energy or tree food). This “energy factory” if you will, occurs almost exclusively in the leaf, and other pigments are also in play in lesser amounts during photosynthesis. Spurred by the shortening of the daylight hours and temperature decline, various plant growth hormones changes occur and leaf senescence or the programmed plant-leaf aging process enters its last stages for deciduous trees (tree species that lose their leaves every Fall).

Due to less sunlight energy, less chlorophyll is produced and the leaves begin to turn golden or brown. The diminishing of chlorophyll, the amount of sugar, and the amount of the two other pigments in play in photosynthesis – anthocyanin (reds & purples) and carotenoids (yellows and oranges) are the main factors which cause the color changes. So the more sugar and the higher concentrations of either of the two remaining pigments causes the peak color purity and color brilliance. Other factors that are also in play include: latitudinal and longitudinal coordinates, elevation above sea level, geographical setting (best color tends to be found within valleys or ravines near creeks or rivers), annual rainfall the previous year plus this year and final month, availability of macro and micro nutrients available, the timing and duration, plus depth of first cold front/northerly freezes, tree species, and the individual hereditary traits of that particular tree.

Finally, to increase the chances of good color – use of a Fall tree

fertilizer with ample water, will increase the chances of longer and higher quantity of sugar production and capacity for trees to also create ample amounts of the other pigments needed. Healthier trees are more likely to have better color.

As a disclaimer, the species with corresponding colors are the typical color displayed, but there are always exceptions such as a small area I’ve visited with Cedar Elms displaying more red than the typical yellow they generally display and often many of the trees go through phases of each color being displayed in stages (yellow to orange to red). Also, a rare phenomenon in a sparse amount of Live Oaks occurs where they will change into crimson, scarlet, then purple hues!

CREATE YOUR OWN PALETTEThese are by no means comprehensive, but the hope is that it peaks

interest and renews interest in more seasonal color-representative tree species being planted (next Spring and Summer we will focus an article on each of them respectively).

NATIVE TREESSpanish Red Oak (multi), Cedar Elm (yellow), Blackjack Oak (red/

purple), Bigtooth Maple (multi), Escarpment Black Cherry, (yellow), Bigleaf & Littleleaf Walnut (yellow), Texas Ash (yellow then scarlet then purple!), Flameleaf Sumac (multi).

NATURALIZED TREESShantung Maple (multi), Caddo Maple (multi), Mexican Sugar

Maple (multi), Silver Maple (multi), Drummond Red Maple (scarlet), Amur Maple (multi), Trident Maple (multi), Chinese Pistache (multi), Shumard Red Oak (scarlet).

Finally, if you have not made a trip to Lost Maples State Park – please do so! Next month we will look into various evergreen trees that are underused and undervalued despite the beauty, uniqueness, and capacity for surviving in our harsh climate. Any questions or comments on this article or previous ones may be directed to: [email protected]

Autumn Tree Color

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Daphne Luttrell, RN, BSN, Director of Nursing for Hill Country Pregnancy Care Center (HCPCC) is joined by Dr. Rosaria Faller, Child Birth educator for HCPCC at Schreiner University as they meet Monty the Mountain Lion. They were at a Health Fair at Schreiner University on October 1. In addition to health information they were available to provide specific information about sexually transmitted infections and to provide STI testing on campus.

The HCPCC is a faith based 501 c 3 non-profit that provides free pregnancy tests, first trimester sonograms, STD testing, prenatal and child birth classes, parenting classes, post abortion bible studies, diapers and baby clothes, and referrals. Individuals and couples may “earn” items such as cribs, car seats, pack and plays, etc. through attending classes.

Free child birth classes are also held at the YMCA on Wednesday evenings and one Saturday every other month. All classes at the YMCA and at the HCPCC facility on Fabra St. in Boerne are available in English and Spanish. Speakers are also available to community groups on a variety of topics: Dating Violence, Healthy Relationships, STDs and Risky Behaviors, and Fetal Development (with a portable sonogram machine).

Anyone interested in reveiving services or in financially supporting this ministry should call 830-249-9717 or go to www.lifesprecious.org or www.boernepregnancy.org The HCPCC is open Tuesday/Thursday 10-8pm, Wednesday 10-4pm and Friday 10-1pm.

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The Modern Game: The Swinging Backhand Approach Shot or Volley

By USPTA/PTR Master Professional Fernando Velasco

TENNISTIPS

In previous newsletters, I offered tips on how to execute the basic strokes for players who are just beginning to play tennis or who want to resume playing.

I am now offering suggestions on how to play the “modern” game mostly geared towards players who are happy with hitting the ball over the net and controlling the point with consistency. These players may be already playing for leagues or in tournaments and are looking for more “weapons” on the court.

In this issue, I will offer instructions on how to execute “The Swinging Backhand Approach Shot or Volley.” This shot is used when an opponent hits a soft shot that is floating high on the service line area. The player will take advantage and will hit the ball on the fly with a huge swing, thus hitting with top spin high over the net and hit with power. When the ball hits the court, it will take a big hop, forcing the opponent to fall back close to the fence, or to hit the ball on the rise. This shot can be used as a “winner” or as an “approach shot.”

In the illustrations, Vishwa Aduru, one of the top players of the Grey Rock Tennis Academy, shows the proper technique to execute this stroke. Vishwa is coached by the Director of the Tennis Academy, Darin Pleasant.

Step 1: The Back Swing: When Vishwa sees the opportunity, he makes a quick turn of his upper body and takes the racket high and back. The head of the racket is now at shoulder height, his shoulders are turned, the left hand is gripping the racket tight and the right hand is semi-relaxed. His weight is on the front foot as his momentum carries his forward to attack the ball. His left wrist is “laid back” to allow maximum point of contact.

Step 2: The Point of Contact: The success of a top spin shot is keeping the ball on the strings going from low to high in a 30 degree angle and accelerating the racket head around the outside of the ball. Vishwa started the swing high and “looped” it to allow the head of the racket to drop down. He will be brushing around the outside of the ball as he makes contact with it. His left shoulder is almost opening and his weight is moving through the shot.

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Trinity Glen Rose Groundwater Conservation District (TGRGCD) would like to ask for your continued help in reducing demand on groundwater resources. We offer a free on-site consultation to identify problems areas that could be resulting in higher water usage to home or business owners residing within our District. Following the visit, we offer recommendations to help reduce water usage both inside and outside the home and a “goody” bag full of conservation-related items, including a hose timer, moisture meter, and low-flow showerhead.

Please contact us at 210-698-1155 with questions, or to schedule a free in-home audit!

To learn more about Trinity Glen Rose Groundwater Conservation District, please visit us at www.trinityglenrose.com.

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Conservation District Water Conservation Audit

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NATUREWATCHby Jim and Lynne Weber

WHAT GALL!

In nature, galls refer not to brazen behavior but to abnormal outgrowths on the surface of certain life forms. Plant galls, or cecidia, can be caused by various parasites from fungi to bacteria as well as by insects and mites. In the United States there are over 2000 species of gall-inducing insects, and the majority are reported to form galls on oak trees.

The formation of a gall begins with the hatching of the eggs of certain wasp species laid on the plant. It progresses when the larvae (or the adult female) injects chemicals into the plant, and the tissue swells in reaction, forming a spherical microhabitat around the larvae. The gall's purpose is twofold, providing the larvae with nutrients and protecting them from predators. Once fully grown, the all-female, adult insects bore an exit hole out to the surface of the gall and disperse.

While usually forming in the spring when the most rapid plant cell division occurs, galls initially appear light green in color but become even more noticeable in the fall when oak trees drop their leaves. Dull, dry, and brown, the spent galls are often scavenged by mammals searching for leftover food as winter approaches.

Gall-inducing insects are usually species-specific and sometimes even tissue-specific (branches, leaves, buds, roots) in the plants they select. In central Texas, most of the gall-inducing insects are gall wasps, and while they are closely associated with several species of our native oaks, they can also be identified by the types of galls they produce.

In general, you may find leaf galls with orangish 'hair' formed by the Hedgehog gall wasp, and sticky, spongy galls on twigs with seed-like structures inside formed by the Wool sower gall wasp. On live oaks, you can find woody twig and stem galls formed by the Mealy oak gall wasp, and leaf galls formed by the Wooly leaf gall wasp. The oak apple wasp, however, prefers our red oaks and forms spherical, spongy-filled galls.

Gall-making insects are generally not considered pests, and some galls are even considered attractive and are used in flower arrangements and other crafts. While certain species may cause some aesthetic damage to a plant such as leaf discoloration or early defoliation, most of these insects do not permanently damage the host plant, but just use them to further their own purpose. What gall!

Send your nature-related questions to [email protected] and we’ll do our best to answer them. If you enjoy reading these articles, check out our blog at:

naturewatchaustin.blogspot.com

Hedgehog gall on white oak (photo by J. Hahn)

Hedgehog gall on white oak (photo by J. Hahn)

Hedgehog gall on white oak (photo by J. Hahn)

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Situated in the historic setting of Leon Springs, between The Dominion and Fair Oaks Ranch, The Lodge at Leon Springs is one of the Hill Country's

true gems. Family-owned for eighteen years, the fourteen-acre property showcases majestic trees, a lovely spring-fed pond and is home to an array of

wildlife species, including ducks, fish, deer, and turkey to name a few. The animal companions

of our residents are also welcomed as part of our community and considered extended family, as well.

Sit and enjoy the beauty of nature at its best and the serenity of the historic Leon Springs.

The Lodge at Leon Springs is pleased to announce the addition of several newly-constructed one bedroom cottages, broadening independent living choices available for seniors in our community. Our spacious one and two bedroom cottages (800 & 1,500 sq ft, respectively) are each equipped with large screened patios, a fully functional kitchen as well as a laundry room with washer and dryer. Cottage residents enjoy dining options that include the delivery of three hot meals to their home(s) or joining friends and fellow residents in our assisted living home. For the comfort and convenience of our residents, The Lodge provides housekeeping, as well as facility and grounds maintenance. Activities are offered and designed to enhance quality of life and encourage new friendships.

While some communities require a substantial, long-term, financial commitment, The Lodge at Leon

Springs takes a different approach. While we prioritize the physical and emotional well-being of seniors, we respect their financial concerns, as well. To schedule a tour of our new one bedroom cottages and our

unique community, contact Steve Kitchen at 210-410-3864 or [email protected]

24137 Boerne Stage Road | San Antonio, TX, 78255210.698.9365 | 210.410.3864 | www.thelodgeatleonsprings.com

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DO YOU KNOW WHAT

YOUR JEWELRY IS WORTH?

IF YOU HAVE NOT UPDATED YOUR JEWELRY VALUES IN THE PAST THREE YEARS, YOU ARE

UNDER-INSURED.

Jewelry Appraisers of America 4 Dominion Drive, Building 3 - Suite 250 - The Commons

Ted Resnick, G.G., a 12-year resident of The Dominion, is here to serve you for all your jewelry and appraisal needs. A graduate gemologist - appraiser, from the Gemological Institute of America, for the past four decades, has been in all phases of the jewelry industry. A past board member of The Texas Jewelers Association, Certified by the *JBAR, appraiser for the U.S. Marshall's Service, FBI and DOJ and qualified for numismatics, is here to serve you. *Jewelers Board of Appraisal Review

A standard home insurance policy covers your jewelry up to a set amount, but this may not be enough for items

of high-value.

*Appraisals done “While you Watch and Wait.” Telephone: 210.493.4301 or 210.849.8835

*UPDATE YOUR APPRAISALS

NOW

Div: Reznikov’s Fine Jewelry

Carpenter ants nest outdoors in dead wood (tree stumps or dead limbs, fences, firewood, etc.). They may also be found in wood siding, beams, joists, fascia boards or trim on structures. Damage is usually limited since carpenter ants tunnel and nest within wood; they do not eat wood. However, wood can become weakened by carpenter ant excavation.

Carpenter ants are large ants that can vary in color from all black to reddish to yellowish or a combination of colors. These ants have one node, no stinger and a circle of hairs at the tip of their abdomen.

Galleries in the nest are excavated following the grain of the wood and have clean, smooth walls. Nest locations may be discovered by searching for piles of sawdust-looking material under exit holes. Sawdust is coarse and may also contain soil or sand, uneaten insects as well as dead ants from the colony.

Carpenter ants are able to enter homes from tree branches or utility lines touching the home, through cracks and crevices around windows and doors, cracks in foundation walls, ventilation openings or heating and air conditioning ducts.

HERE ARE SOME TIPS FOR A

CARPENTER ANT INFESTATION:

• Remove dead trees and/ or limbs and remove tree stumps from the landscape. Many times you can remove the (possible) nesting sites and get rid of the ants without using pesticides.

• Prune trees and shrubs that touch the home. Carpenter ants will often use these areas as a bridge to enter the home.

• Replace wood that is water damaged. Carpenter ants are drawn to moisture damaged wood, so make sure to repair any water leaks and replace damaged wood.

• Remove wood debris and firewood that is near the home. Carpenter ants may nest in firewood and when it is stacked right next to the home, it allows the ants to enter more easily.

For more information or help with identification, contact Wizzie Brown, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Program Specialist at 512.854.9600.

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DO YOU KNOW WHAT

YOUR JEWELRY IS WORTH?

IF YOU HAVE NOT UPDATED YOUR JEWELRY VALUES IN THE PAST THREE YEARS, YOU ARE

UNDER-INSURED.

Jewelry Appraisers of America 4 Dominion Drive, Building 3 - Suite 250 - The Commons

Ted Resnick, G.G., a 12-year resident of The Dominion, is here to serve you for all your jewelry and appraisal needs. A graduate gemologist - appraiser, from the Gemological Institute of America, for the past four decades, has been in all phases of the jewelry industry. A past board member of The Texas Jewelers Association, Certified by the *JBAR, appraiser for the U.S. Marshall's Service, FBI and DOJ and qualified for numismatics, is here to serve you. *Jewelers Board of Appraisal Review

A standard home insurance policy covers your jewelry up to a set amount, but this may not be enough for items

of high-value.

*Appraisals done “While you Watch and Wait.” Telephone: 210.493.4301 or 210.849.8835

*UPDATE YOUR APPRAISALS

NOW

Div: Reznikov’s Fine Jewelry

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- Kids Stuff-

This information was provided by KidsHealth, one of the largest resources online for medically reviewed health information written for parents, kids, and teens. For more articles like this one, visit www.KidsHealth.org or www.TeensHealth.org. ©1995-2006. The Nemours Foundation

What does it mean to be green? “Green” is more than just a color. It also means taking special steps to protect the environment — the water, the land, and the air we breathe. Why green? Plants are green, and without them the Earth wouldn’t be such a lovely home for us human beings. Every day, people make choices that affect the amount of trash and pollution that gets produced in our world. What can you do? A whole lot, actually. Here’s a four-step guide to being green:• Reduce the amount of stuff you use and throw away.• Reuse stuff when you can.• Recycle cans, bottles, paper, books, and even toys.• Enjoy the Earth — walk in the woods, plant a tree, and eat some of

the delicious food it produces.

REDUCE IT!When you use less of something, you do a good thing for the Earth. For

instance, a shorter shower means you used less water and less fuel since your house uses fuel to run the water heater that warmed up the water.

Here’s a list of other stuff you can reduce:• Turn off lights you’re not using. Better yet, encourage your parents to

switchtocompactfluorescentlightbulbs.Theylastlongeranduseless energy. They do need to be disposed of properly, though, so make sure your mom or dad helps if one breaks.

• Turn off the water when you’re brushing your teeth.• When you can, walk or ride your bike instead of driving in the car.

You’ll use less gas — and get some exercise!• Unplug the chargers for your phone and MP3 player when you’re

not using them.• Put your computer to “sleep” instead of leaving it on with the

screensaver running.

REUSE IT!Sometimes people call ours a “throwaway society.” That means that

we’re a little too willing to throw away old stuff and buy new stuff. Many times, even if you no longer need something, someone else just might. For instance, if your baby brother outgrows his plastic basketball hoop, why not give it to another family who has a little kid? That’s one less plastic basketball set that they need to buy. It’s also one less large plastic toy that needs to be produced, packaged, and shipped to the toy store. Here are some additional ways to reuse the stuff you have:• Use rechargeable batteries for your handheld computer games, MP3

players, cell phones, and digital cameras.• Choose reusable travel cups instead of disposable paper or plastic cups.• Take your own bags — preferably reusable ones — when you go to

the grocery store.

• Drink tap water instead of buying bottled water. If you don’t like how your tapwatertastes,alow-costfiltrationsystemcouldmakeadifference.Get a reusable water bottle so you can take it with you.

• Organize a swap among your friends. What can you swap? Books, toys, even clothes. It’s a way for everyone to get something new without spending any money and without throwing a bunch of stuff away. Set aside some items for your swap when you’re cleaning your room!

• Take paper from your computer printouts and use the other side for more computer printing or just to draw or doodle on.

RECYCLE IT!Recycling has never been easier. Many communities will pick it up right

in front of your house and some towns even require it. Tell your mom or dad you want to become “Chief of Recycling” for your household. That means you’ll organize the recyclable items in bins, remember to put them on the curb on recycling day, and help remind others which items can be rinsed and recycled.

By separating plastic bottles, cans, bottles, and more, you’re reducing the amountoftrashthatgoestothelandfill.What’salandfill?Abigmountainoftrash, where all the trash trucks go to dump their loads. Recycled goods go instead to a recycling center, where they can be crushed, broken down, and later turned into new cans, bottles, and paper.

What else can be recycled? Sometimes water can be. For instance, some communities take used water — like from the washing machine and shower —andcleanitupsoit’ssafetouseforwateringthegrassandflowers.

ENJOY IT!It’s true that trash and pollution are problems, but the Earth remains a

huge and glorious place that’s ready for you to explore. You can start locally by visiting the naturally beautiful spots in your city and state. Go for a hike, visit local nature centers and gardens, climb up mountains, and explore lazy creeks.

Experience the outdoors in all sorts of weather — from a sunny day at the beach or lake to a wintry adventure when it snows. And if you’re planning a family vacation, suggest a trip to a national treasure, such as the Grand Canyon, Yellowstone Park, or Chincoteague Island to roam with the wild ponies.

But before you travel the globe, take a look at your own backyard. Is there a spot where you could plant a tree or put in a little fruit or vegetable garden? If so, get out there and get your hands dirty. Then you can watch with pride as your tree takes root and your garden plants grow from sprigs to big plants full of ripe, red tomatoes or tiny, succulent blueberries. Who knew being green would taste so good?

Reviewed by: Mary L. Gavin, MDDate reviewed: September 2013

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