Dale has always wanted to own his own company. He worked his way into this career path through mowing lawns and gaining experience through other landscaping companies.
“Nothing good comes easy” is a quote that was instilled in Dale growing up. He has lived by this saying and the foundation of his company is based on this belief. Hard work doesn’t come easy but it sure can produce some amazing results!
Q: Please tell us a little bit about your family.
We are a family of 4. Jack 11 and Laney 10. Both kids are active in hockey. Jack also plays football and baseball. Laney will be trying softball this coming year. When we aren’t running around for sports, we like to travel and spend time at our cabin.
Q: Please tell us about your current, past, or future career. What do you love most about what you do?
We own a Landscaping company that Dale started 10 years ago, Wolf Landscaping. He has been in the landscaping business for 20 years. The best thing about Landscaping is transforming a space that people can enjoy with their families and friends.
Q: What are a couple of your favorite restaurants in our community?
Lakeville has some great restaurants…the one we most frequent is B52 Burger and Brews. The owner and staff are great and so is the food. It’s hard to pick just one thing Ahi Tuna, Tenderloin Bites, The Carlton and the Stir Fry Bowl.
Q: How long have you lived or worked in our community?
We have lived in Lakeville since 2003 and bought our first home in 2004.
Q: Who is the most interesting person you’ve met here in our community?
We have met many people in Lakeville but as far as an “interesting person” Mary Fritz, owner of Board and Batten. We would nominate her for the Faces of Lakeville because she cares about her community and is constantly giving back.
Q: If you could travel anywhere in the world right now, where would it be and why?
Polynesian islands for the quiet, gorgeous blue water is somewhere we have always thought about going.
Q: What is one of your favorite movies? TV shows?
HUGE Yellowstone fans!!! Cannot wait for the new season to be released.
Q: What advice would you give to people?
Don’t hold anything back. Life is short, be honest, love hard and don’t sweat the small things.
Q: What is something on your bucket list?
Travel to Alaska and live off the grid for a VERY limited period of time.
Q: What is your go to band when you can’t decide what to listen to?
We are a big Country music family, Eric Church, Tyler Childers, Ryan Bingham just to name a few.
Q: What current or former local business makes you the most nostalgic about our community?
Dairy Delight is a staple in Lakeville.
Q: If you could choose anyone that is alive today and not a relative; with whom would you love to have lunch? Why? And where locally would y’all meet for this lunch?
Dax Shepard and Kristen Bell, we follow them on Instagram. They are super funny and seem like down to earth couple. First stop would be B52 Burger and Brews and then head over to Lakeville Brewery Company for some live music.
Q: What is your favorite thing or something unique about our community?
When we first moved to Lakeville we attended “pan-o-prag”. We had no idea what to expect and when we experienced our first 4 hour parade, we were hooked.
Q: Where do you see yourself in 5 to 10 years?
In a rink watching our kids play hockey or out on a field watching their other sports. In 10 years carrying on the family business.
Q: (Even for friends or family), what is something interesting that most people don’t know about you?
We are an open book and maybe not that interesting of people since we don’t have an answer for this!
Q: What is the most beautiful place you have ever been?
We recently started traveling as a family so it would be Colorado. Prior to family vacations it would be Hawaii.
Q: Favorite month? favorite holiday? and best single day on the calendar?
Favorite month- September, we love the fall weather and it’s our wedding anniversary month. Favorite holiday, hands down 4th of July. Best single day on the calendar, Sunday Fundays 😊
Q: What would you rate a 10 out of 10?
Our time we spend at the cabin. It is always fun even if it’s for a short period of time.
Q: Who inspires you to be better?
Sounds cheesy but family and when we say family it’s all of them; cousins, aunts, uncles, etc. We are both very close to our families and we raise our kids with that foundation.
Q: What is one or two of your favorite smells?
Vetiver+Cedarwood (it’s an oil diffuser) and the first time you cut the grass.
Q: Finally, what 3 words or phrases come to mind when you think of the word HOME?
Family, faith, food and friends (food is a something Dale said, he loves to cook).