The El Dorado County Chamber of Commerce – Voice of Business writes:
What if your favorite place in the world was right in your own back yard?
It began with a friendly chat where it was mentioned that there used to be a waterfall in the back patio area of the Chamber of Commerce. Vern said he’d stop by some time and take a look. It was all but forgotten, and then one day he comes in and says, “I’m here to take a look at your waterfall”.
It was a little embarrassing, really. With no budget for a gardener and it’s care low on staff priorities, the patio was overgrown and matted with a layer last fall’s leaves. Vern poked around a bit and said he’d come back when he had some time. Honestly, we didn’t expect to see him again, but low and behold he did indeed return with two of his team.
They worked to reveal what had been concealed for over 30 years, filling about ten lawn and leaf bags full of debris and digging down to discover what, if any, of the old plumbing remained.
With much skill, determination, passion, creativity, and thrift, the waterfall was restored and running in a few days. We are awed and so appreciative of Verne’s gift to us of this restored respite right in our own back yard.
Verne Pershing, The Art of Water 530-644-2000 • www.cowboygardener.com
The El Dorado County Chamber of Commerce – Voice of Business Website 2025:
Direct link to April 2025 article: (pdf)
