New here and/or to forums and phpbb? Welcome to our community!

Because we want you to make the most of your time at the Grove we've put this page of helpful tips and information together for you. Take your time and read instructions carefully along the way.

1. Read the board rules which were created to maintain our community online in a kind, supportive manner.

Note: Please read forum-specific rules also

2. You must register to participate and post in discussions on our message boards. If you are hesitant to register and have questions post them in the Visitors' Bench. This area is for guests.

3. Categorize your interest: The message boards are organized by topics: Click into the Forum of your topic category and post! But keep threads in the designated section.

Note: To post a new message (thread), after clicking into a forum category of your choice click on POST NEW TOPIC. Follow the simple instructions to post your questions or comments.

Note: If you would like to reply to a thread after reading it, click on REPLY TO POST

Note: We will move, remove, lock, and edit posts to make sure they are in the correct category and appropriate for the Grove. Thank you for your cooperation!

4. To edit, alter, and configure your membership at the Grove, edit your profile!

Note: If you would like to be notified when someone replies to your post, you can "subscribe to thread" which is at the top of each post or you can "edit options" in your profile to receive email notifications of replies.

Note: You can also update your bio, signature and more! Check it out.

5. Search through the discussions by clicking on the SEARCH link found on the top of every page of our website.

A) Click on the SEARCH button at the top-right of any website page.
B) Where it says "Search By Keyword" enter a few terms specific to what you're looking for.
C) Press the "Perform Search" button near the bottom of the page and wait for the results to appear.
D) Finally, click on the title of the thread you want to read.
E) To return to the list of search results, use your browser's Back button.

7. Need more information? We try to provide you with helpful info and answers to most of your questions in easy to follow directions.

A) Ask the staff
B) Post your concerns in the Pest Control section
C)You will find the link to the FAQ on the top of every page of the website.

We ask that you check out the FAQ and the Pest Control section before you PM the staff.

8. Post an Introduction!

Thanks,
Your Friendly Giant Oranges