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Hello! I thought you all might enjoy seeing this photo I took yesterday morning. I took this photo from our west-facing deck as a rainstorm was coming in at sunrise. Lisa Russell

Greetings fellow Ashton Wooders, I’ve been having a challenging time finding a contractor for a chimney install on my pole barn. I’ve had J&S out to look at it, but still can’t seem to get a quote after several months of prodding. One other place I called was too busy with other jobs. I’d welcome…
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The annual owners meeting started in a bit of chaos with our late entry into the church. Our volunteer support people were able to quickly put us back on track. We really appreciate the patience of our owners during our initial opening. This was our first meeting in three years, and I was amazed by…
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Our house is almost complete and i need our 1000 gallon tank filled. Prices are around 2.88 a gallon from southern states or another company named Mathieson. United propane has not even responded. Do any of you have suggestions where to get propane at a reasonable price? Paul Turkheimer

Our dryer appears to be on the fritz. I know we used a great repair company in the past but can’t find the name or contact info in my records. Does anyone have a recommendation? Grace Steckler Lots #114 and 115

Good morning! Is anyone missing a Blonde Lab? The Lab was on our driveway on the corner of South Branch and Winterberry.

Is the code for the package room the same as our gate code ? Thanks

There was a pair of reading glasses left on one of the tables after the Annual Meeting yesterday. If you left them, you can pick them up at our house, lot 191 on Lockinger Ridge Road. We will be at church this morning, but around all afternoon. Paul Graham

Hi Folks We’re in the market for a new hot tub. Any recommendations on a dealer? Thanks Floyd Lots 42&43 301-651-5415 gostardc@gmail.com

Good morning all, we’re in need of a surveyor and are hoping that folks in the community have somebody they recommend. Thanks in advance! —Ray Wolcott

Hi all, After 18 months of construction and hours of hard work, I’m finally able to get my wife and 2 kids to the mountain! We purchased lot 218 last year with the plans of making this our home in the future. Spending this week with my spouse, 3 year old daughter and 2 year…
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We are selling a Quadra-Fire Wood Stove 5700. It came with the cabin and is excellent condition. Mostly used every few weeks during fall/winter to provide supplemental cabin heat. Check out this website to learn more about the stove: https://www.quadrafire.com/products/5700-step-top-wood-stove Please call (202-746-4451) or email (philarycollins@gmail.com) if interested. Thanks!

Posted that our pups took off. Maeve, the black female, came home. Her wayward brother, Winston, however, has yet to show up. Please let us know if you see him. He’s crazy but lovable and we want him home safe. 304 434 4353

Hi all. Our 10 month old pups took off on a scent this afternoon and got away from us. Their names are Maeve and Winston and I’m posting pics of them. My biggest concern is for other people’s pets and small animals. If you see them, please call us at 304 434 4353 so we…
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It is not easy to share the news that one of our full time members was killed yesterday in an accident at his home. Jerry Cole was doing yard work, something the loved doing, when an accident took his life. I spoke with Shirley this evening and she gave me permission to share this message…
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Attempt #2. I understand the package did not go through the first time. If this does not allow the package to post with the notice, I will send it out via direct email tomorrow. Thank you for your patience. Cheryl Willard – AWPOA Secretary

Please find attached the Owner’s Meeting Package with information for October 22nd. If you have questions, please contact Cheryl Willard at secretary@awpoa.com. You can also call me at 304 434 4353.

The pup that was found on Trough View has been reunited with her family. Love a happy ending!

Very sweet dog found on Trough View Saturday morning. The dog is currently hanging out with us. If this sweet girl is yours, please call us. Steve: 571-278-7120 or Tammie: 571-278-7099. We would love to reunite this fur baby with their family.

Box has been located. Drop off at post office! Imagine that. Thank you all! Ellie

Hi all, we are looking for a general construction person who can work along side Thom and help us do some finishing work on our place. Everyone we call is busy until spring or doesn’t return our calls/show up for appts. Does anyone know of anyone looking for someone in the construction business looking for…
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Anyone missing a black dog possibly a Labrador? It is friendly and follows commands. It locked in a fenced in yard. If it’s yours please call 304-268-9564.

As previously announced, our annual Owners Meeting will be held on Saturday, October 22. the meeting will be held at the Moorefield Church of the Brethren and begin at 10:00 AM. We will be electing three new board members as well as approving the 2023 budget. Currently we do have three candidates for the board…
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Hello my chewy was delivered on the 18th and showed delivered went down to pick it up today and not there! Does anyone have extra chewy box Cesar’s dog food!

We are looking to start building on our lot within the next year. Has anyone used Bryson Homes and have pictures or info that you are willing to share???

Hello folks- we need to order some driveway gravel for delivery. I remember using a local company before but I can’t for the life of me remember which one. Any recommendations would be fantastic! -Kim

Hi folks, South branch mountain rd. will be one lane between Lockinger Ridge Rd and Hampshire Ridge Rd Saturday September 10th and 11th. Please be prepared to stop if equipment is temporarily blocking both lanes. Please drive slowly when workers and equipment are present. Thank you for your patience during our road improvement project. Tim…
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I should have included that when you RSVP for the meeting, please include your name and lot (or lots) number. Sorry for the second message. Paul Wangerin

Please mark your calendars for our annual Owners Meeting, to be held on Saturday, October 22, beginning at 10:00 AM. Please RSVP your attendance by either replying to this message or by sending your RSVP to me at . . . Paul.W.Wangerin@gmail.com. We will be electing three new board members, and if you would like…
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Hi Folks, I have tried (hard) to reserve and RV for this Saturday afternoon through Sunday afternoon to spend the night up on my lot for the first time. I keep getting no response from folks on RV Share and Outdoorsy. Anyone here have one or know of someone who has one I can rent…
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We are looking for a HVAC contract to charge a mini split system. Please advise if anyone has a good contact.

Thanks Tim for installing the new fans in the buildings. It is very appreciated. Pauline

Can anyone recommend a good landscaper? Thanks!

Does anyone know someone who will do periodic house cleanings in Ashton Woods?

Hi Folks! We are getting a well drilled today and the guys called me to say my lot has become overgrown since the driveway area was cleared. Are there any recs for someone to clear the weeds out? The contractor said they were about 4 ft high- but there are no trees or permanent growth…
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Hi Folks, The new circuit board arrived yesterday and we will be on the schedule to install it sometime next week. Hopefully this will solve all current problems. As i have said before, our access sites are complex and have many layers of electronics that can fail due to the rugged environment we have. Tim

My wife and I had a zip line up at our place for many years. I took it down because the trees that the line was attached to had grown so much that the wires were digging in. In the meantime–as generally happens–our kids also grew up. As such, I don’t intend to put it…
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I am wondering if the main gate is functioning at this time. We have a contractor coming in tomorrow, Tuesday, August 16, he has the contractor code but if for any reason he needs to use a different gate I need to give him directions. Thanks, Deborah French Lot 223 and 224

To AW Property Owners, As mentioned in the summary of our board meeting, I said another message would be posted looking for several volunteers to join John Rice on a Fire Safety Committee. The board meeting summary provided a number of items to discuss, but an additional important topic is safe shooting. Many property owners…
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The Ashton Woods board met today, and following is a summary of important items from the meeting: -October 22 Owners Meeting . . . This will be an in person meeting to be held at the Moorefield Church of the Brethern. We will be looking for volunteers to assist with the meeting on that day,…
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Someone placed yard waste and plantings in a community trash can, Trough view RCS 2. Envirco will NOT take yard waste or clippings. Please dispose of it on your lot or take it back home. Thanks, Tim Schafer

Now we are back to Thursday 12-2 pm for Tough view gate closure. Sorry folks, Tim Schafer

Attached is a picture taken from Locking Ridge Rd around 3:30pm.

Tomorrow, Wednesday 27th, Troughview gate will be closed to all traffic from 12 pm to 2 pm. West gate will be available for entry and exit during this time. Sorry for the inconvenience. Tim Schafer

Various questions about the fire require more information addressing concerns. The fire was started on lot 343, which is located on Nathaniel Mountain Road. No structures were impacted. The fire was definitely started by spent shells that were extremely hot after ejection. The fire did somewhat affect neighboring lots and I believe these lot owners…
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To Our Ashton Woods Community, As you may be aware, there was a large fire in Ashton Woods on an identified lot on Saturday. It is possible that surrounding lots were also impacted. Investigations by the West Virginia Department of Forestry indicate that careless use of firearms likely started the fire. Luckily, we got a…
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At our prior home, we came across a great app that allows for mass messaging & a variety of other posts(for sale, help wanted, etc) & You will get real time notifications of new messages from anyone within AW. I just did my best to draw the map for Ashton Woods so we could capture…
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Anyone have information on the fire? Firetrucks on Nathaniel Mountain Road can’t get to the site just yet.

As a landowner anyone know where the fire is in ashton?

Main gate will be closed to traffic 12-2 PM Monday July 25th. Trough view gate will be closed to traffic 12-2 pm on Thursday July 28th. Please plan your travels around these dates and times. Sorry for the inconvenience. Tim Schafer

Main Gate will be closed to all traffic for approximately 2 hours sometime during the day Monday July 25th. This is required to set the electronics and adjust mechanical operation. Sorry for any inconvenience. Tim Schafer

Our well keeps tripping off recommended plumbers please and thank you

Hold on just a little longer Main gate users. Main gate replacement is going to occur sometime this month, through part of next month. It has been difficult to get all this arranged due to remoteness, price changes (which continually increases) and material availability. Please use caution and drive slowly when personel and maintenance vehicles…
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Hi folks, Trough view gate and access road will be getting much needed maintenance, upgrading and replacement this month. Please use caution and drive slowly while personel and construction vehicles are present. Your patience is and has been greatly appreciated. Tim Schafer Board member at large, Roads and Gate maintenance

We are doing a big move into our cabin and have lots of boxes and packing material. Text Lisa at 301-919-8772 if interested.

We purchased a trampoline last year that we never set up. It is new in box, top of the line. We can deliver to you. https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1734357133591946/ David Lot #114/115

Hi all, I have lived here two years and have yet to see the town fireworks. We’re in a bit of lockdown because the hubby had knee surgery and then caught Covid while at the hospital. I was hoping for just a vantage point where the girls and I can watch them from the car…
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Around 1:15 PM this afternoon a large black bear was sighted at the corner of Troughview and Ridge View Rds. You might want to keep your dogs/cats/animals close! Steve Turner-lot #147

Good morning. It’s about 9:15, and we just saw two dogs on our property. They were all the way down our driveway, but one looked like a dachshund, and the other was larger and reddish brown in color. We went out to temp them with dog food and hopefully take a look at their IDs.…
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Does anyone have a good referral for a deck builder in the area?

Or just me? I have received yet another offer letter to buy my 20 acres for about $20k. I just spent more than that clearing it and installing a septic system. The well is next. Now I know these guys don’t know about any improvements made and that I may never get what I paid…
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There is an orange brown cat. Very friendly. It’s at 1518 trough view

I have many pictures on my game cameras of your dogs on my property running deer etc. Today I actually encountered on my property the dog with the green collar who was running a deer. Be advised that I am trapping my property and your dogs are in danger! If the dogs continue to be…
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I have notice an increase of packages in RCS 2 Trough View Gate just piled up. The deliverer doesn’t even try to sort them out by name or location on the shelves. SOOOOOO if you are expecting a package you might want to check other buildings. I know many of you are doing this already…
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Kindly note that the contractor gate code has changed. The new code can be found in our General Info page https://awpoa.com/general-info/ The old code will still be active for another week.

Hi, we are looking for driveway gate installation recommendations. Thanks!

Following is the official e mail response from Nathaniel mountain WMA ————————————————————- This is raw land used for public hunting, the camp sites are mainly used by hunters. Primitive campground, no water, no electricity, no shower facility but does have pit toilets. We do not take reservations, first come first serve. The cabin is not…
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we just want to give a big shout to JC Tree Service. We needed 8 trees taken down, bucked and stacked, 5 trees limbed up and about two acres of locust trees taken down. I called several of the companies recommended. One said they did not have enough employees and could not do estimates ’til…
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Just asking if anyone accidently picked up or has seen a package addressed to Cynthia Turner? UPS swears they delivered it 2 days ago. I’ve checked all 3 gates twice. It should have gone to the Trough View gate. Thanks! Cindy Lot #147 (71 Ridgeview Rd.)

Our beloved mascot is MIA. She’s 100% again, which is great for her, and we’re sure with all the new faces and campfires she’s out making new friends and catching up with old pals. If you’ve seen her this evening, please let us know. The only time she hasn’t been home for bed was when…
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I left the picnic today with someone’s sunglasses, thinking they were my husband’s. So sorry! Describe them and I will either deliver them to you tonight, if you’re still here, or mail them to you. Again, my apologies! Margaret

Any references for cleaning up fallen trees would be appreciated. Thanks, Pete Z

Our Ashton Woods social picnic is set for next Saturday with food serving beginning at 3:00 PM. The AWPOA is providing all food and soft drinks. The location is the property of David and Grace Steckler, at 6830 Ashton Woods Drive (lot 113). This a good opportunity to meet and visit with your neighbors. If…
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Over the past few months we have had continued problems with the Main Gate. Twice it has been serviced with an outside company, only to break down within a week following repair. We have been able to make it operational multiple times, only to have it break down shortly after our repair. When it breaks,…
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Please be aware, especially new owners, that Hardy and Hampshire Counties are red zones for potential radon exposure. Protect your self and loved ones by making sure you install a radon mitigation system on your new home or cabin. You can find information at www.epa.gov/radon or call 1-800-SOS-RADON (1 800 767 7236). Our system was…
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