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Saturday, September 20, 2025

James Holton does residential construction and site work

Start planning now!

HoltonAfter working in the carpentry trade since 1976 we started James K. Holton, Inc. as a general contractor in 1991 doing residential construction and site work.

In 2015 our son purchased the business and continues to own and operate it as a general contractor.

At that point I transitioned into light excavation work.

My services include pasture mowing and land maintenance along with light excavation.

We have the equipment to mow overgrown fields, out of control hedge rows, light clearing, cutting or clearing of trails, as well as stone driveway maintenance and repair, and demo of small buildings.

I am licensed and insured and serve the southern Chester County areas around Landenberg, New London, West Grove, Unionville, Avondale, Oxford, and Kennett Square.

Mowing season is will be upon us soon.

Get a head start and contact us now for a property evaluation and estimate.

Call Jim at 610-299-9453 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Shady Lane Curtains changes your Shelter into an Open Air Facility

BIRD-IN-HAND, Pa.--Shady Lane Curtains will quickly change your arena into an open air facility.

shady l 1Shady Lane Equine Curtains are one of the best values and most flexible options in arena sidewalls.

Enjoy complete shelter from the elements in rain and snow or let the beauty of the day inside, all with the flick of a button.

We even supply complete automation and remote control for your added convenience.

We understand the importance that quality light and proper ventilation can have on your livestock.

Please call us for more details or for an estimation of your project.

Shady Lane Curtains is located in Bird-in-Hand, Pa.

shady l 2For more information, call 717-690-2003 or 717-288-7453.

Email Shady Lane Curtains at  This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or visit www.shadylanecurtains.com.

Atlantic Tractor, your partner in productivity

Atlantic Tractor stands as a reliable and dedicated partner for the equine community in Maryland, Delaware and Pennsylvania.

Atl Trctor 1Our customer base is made up of farmers, residential customers, landscapers, nurseries, contractors, government agencies, large property owners and more.

Our team here at Atlantic Tractor is composed of individuals with deep roots in the community.

Their decades of experience and extensive training with John Deere equipment and other brands, ensure that our customers will receive top-notch expertise and guidance.

We specialize in the latest, hi-tech products, ranging from commercial worksite equipment to utility tractors to self-propelled sprayers to even powerful 600+hp scraper tractors.

Recognizing the importance of your machinery running to our customers' livelihoods, we prioritize swift turnaround times for parts and service.

At Atlantic Tractor, we understand the urgency when it comes to maintaining and repairing your equipment.

Atl Tractor 2We are here with 24/7 parts and service support to keep you up and running, 365 days a year.

Our commitment to serving the equine community extends beyond new equipment.

We maintain a substantial inventory of used equipment, encompassing everything from lawn and garden machinery to robust agricultural equipment and everything in between.

This diverse selection allows us to cater to the unique needs of our customers, providing cost-effective solutions without compromising on quality.

Whether you are a professional farmer, a landscaper, or a horse enthusiast with a large property, Atlantic Tractor aims to be the go-to solution for all your equipment, parts and service needs.

Atl Tractor 3Our customer-centric approach, combined with a knowledgeable team and a comprehensive product range, positions us as a trusted partner in ensuring the success and efficiency of your operations.

Visit one of our 17 locations!

For more information, go to www.atlantictractor.net.

Interested in joining the Atlantic Tractor team?

Go to https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=51Hmh8Pkfog&t=1s.

 

 

Envirostall: The Future of Stall Maintenance

Every equestrian knows the challenges of maintaining a clean, safe, and healthy stall environment.

Enviro 1Dirty, moist stalls cause health issues like respiratory ailments and hoof problems.

Uneven or non-supporting surfaces cause undue joint stresses.

From the labor-intensive cleaning to the mounting bedding and waste disposal costs, the traditional methods can be challenging.

Envirostall will revolutionize your stall-cleaning experience.

Envirostall is a patented biofiltration system that removes urine and impurities from your stalls and converts the contaminants into water and harmless gases before they enter the ecosystem.

Envirostall remains level while providing a comfortable, yet supportive foundation for your horse.

With Envirostall, your barns will not have the ammonia smell from the urea, which causes respiratory health issues for both humans and horses.

You will see a drastic reduction in bedding and waste disposal costs by up to 75 percent, and labor and veterinary expenses decrease by as much as half.

Enviro 2Envirostall's multi-layered, patented system, about five inches deep, uses the natural processes of bioremediation to clean and neutralize urine contaminants.

Envirostall absorbs horse urine through the Envirofilter, a one-piece layer of water permeable, geotextile material that filters horse urine and other impurities out of the stall and into the Envirostall system.

The urine then continues through the Enviromat, an anti-fatigue layer of matting that provides a level, comfortable surface for your horse.

This layer greatly reduces stress on your horse's joints and the potential for hock sores.

Enviro 3The urine then settles in a layer of Envirolyte, a highly porous stone aggregate, where millions of proprietary microbes designed specifically for horse urine live and digest the urine impurities.

The water then flows back into the soil as clean water with no nitrates, phosphates, or antibiotics.

As long as you keep a horse in the stall, these tiny bugs will thrive and multiply, working continuously to clean and neutralize impurities from your stalls.

With Envirostall, your stalls are virtually pristine reducing the health risks to your horses and you.

You can have confidence in knowing that your stalls are sanitary and your stable is the healthiest environment possible for your horses.

For more information, contact: Ron Vrana at 412-298-6850/This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or visit @Envirostall / Envirostall.com.

No One Knows Footing Better Than Arena Works

No one knows footing better than those who use it every day!

Arena works 1The team at Arena Works, Inc. are horsemen with passion and commitment to the horse, who’ve developed the nation's leading blend of arena footing materials to enhance your ride while allowing more comfort to your horse.

It’s engineered to require little maintenance, enabling you to spend less time caring for the product and more time doing what you love to do most - ride!

We specialize in providing quality dressage and jumping surfaces for the Olympic disciplines that stand up to years of daily training demands.


Arena Works Gold Footing, Silver Footing, and Bronze Footing are available to meet a variety of budgets.

Arena Works Gold, our signature blend of footing, promotes maximum performance for horse and rider.

Arena works 2Carefully selected fibers, custom ground crumb rubber, and meticulously selected sand naturally bind together to produce a stable, long-lasting surface.

With its resiliency and shock absorbing qualities, it promotes confidence, supports soundness and builds better performance.

Combine our footing with Arena Work’s proprietary blend of dust control additive, Evermoist EQ, and you’ve got the winning combination of a dust free footing that requires minimal dragging.

Arena Works 3Our products have been formulated, designed, and tested by horsemen with real expertise.

We know materials, understand how they work together, and can help you select the best product for your needs.

Contact us today to enhance your arena! With facilities on the east coast and in the northwest, we’re available to you!

Call Dan @ 717-629-0576, email us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or visit our website at www.ArenaWorksInc.com

Esch's Fencing provides quality products

GAP, Pa.--Esch’s Fencing LLC is your one stop shop and complete source for retail and wholesale fencing needs.

ESCH Stormcat2 e1317304726515 300x300Esch's Fencing has been serving Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland and New Jersey since 1987 with quality fence products for your child/pet protec-tion.

ESCH Centaur Horse21 300x300Esch’s large inventory includes Rustic Split Rail, Post and Board, Wood Slip Board, Centaur® Flexible Fence Rail, Heavy Duty PVC Horse Rail & Wire Mesh (PVC Coated or Galvanized).

Also for your residential needs, Aluminum fence and Railing, Cus-tom Red Cedar, Treated Wood Privacy and Picket, PVC Privacy and Picket and Custom Board Gates with a variety of Hardware are available for pick up or delivery.

Esch's is located at 185 Octorara Trail, Gap, PA 17527

ESCH split railFor further information, call 610-857-1676, Fax: 610-857-0029 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

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