To view this site you need Adobe Flash Player and your browser must allow javaScripts. Go here to get the latest Flash Player. Western New York Winter Survival Strategy #2 (The grass is always greener on the bottom side of the snow) This strategy is denial on steriods. It’s based on an untested theory that winter can’t arrive if it can’t find you. • Astroturf your lawn • Tape the leaves back on your trees • Paint everything in sight bright green • Decorate with large pink birds (suburbs only/optional) • Remain very, very still • Load up your iPod with Beach Boys tunes (optional) Camouflage • Buy enough houseplants to make your house resemble a tropical rainforest page 70 Right: Times Beach, normally bustling with wildlife, taking a brief winter break. The Buffalo Lighthouse can be seen in the distance