Heat a gas grill to medium-high or light a charcoal fire and let it burn just until the coals are covered with gray ash.

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Still, many real-estate agents will continue to fire up the oven or light a few candles on open-house day.

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So light a camp fire, take a dip in the river, watch for otters or freshwater turtles and enjoy the seasonal produce (including homemade beer) made on the premises.

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