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Park naturalist talks of animals of the park Nathalie Bollhalder (l), a cycle tourist from Switzerland, listens with interest as park naturalist Brie Early explains the differences between the bear skull she is holding and the wolf skull in Early’s hand. Early offers presentations on the plants and animals of Wells Gray Park most weekends and evenings at Clearwater Lake campground. Bollhalder and her partner, Michael Nef’s adventures can be followed at www.underwaegs.ch. Photo by Keith McNeill

Breakfast meeting focuses on pipeline safety Keith McNeill “Call before you dig.” That was the message a somewhat sheepish-looking Colt Bond took to a pipeline safety breakfast organized by Kinder Morgan at Clearwater ski hill on Tuesday morning, June 26. About 40 contractors, members of Clearwater Fire Department and others took part. Last April Bond was called to repair an overturned billboard located next to Highway 5 west of Raft River Bridge. He knew the Transmountain pipeline was nearby but there were already several billboards there and he decided to dig beside them. A representative from Kinder Morgan, the pipeline owners, came by and asked him to stop. When they checked they found

that Bond was right over the pipeline and that he had, in fact, scratched its lining with his small excavator. “It could’ve been a lot worse than it was,” Kelvin Stelter, the Kinder Morgan representative said later. “I told the contractor, ‘I’m glad we’re talking to him, not about him.” Even though only a very small excavator was involved, one of the toothmarks went into a weld on the pipe. Over time pressure cycling within the pipeline, plus corrosion, could have caused a failure, he said. “The coating is as important as the steel,” Stelter observed. Repairing the damage consisted of shutting the pipeline down, grinding the area smooth to eliminate stress concentrators, and then recoating. If the damage had been more

severe, then more steel could have been added and more coating on top of that. In an extreme case, a section of pipe could be cut out and replaced. Pipelines are a safe way to transport crude oil and oil products, but there are risks involved as well, according to Rob Hadden, manager for damage prevention and public awareness with Kinder Morgan in Burnaby. Pressures in the pipeline can vary from 300 to 1500 pounds per square inch. The material in the pipe moves at five km/hr and takes 10 days to travel from Edmonton to Burnaby. Transmountain carries a variety of products, including gasoline. The products move through in batches. For example, there might be a batch of heavy crude, then light crude, then gasoline, then light crude

again. Somewhat surprisingly, there is little mixing between the batches, Hadden said. The products include dilbit or diluted bitumen. This consists of bitumen or very thick oil from the tar sands plus a diluent such as natural gas condensate. Dilbit is no more corrosive than other petroleum products, Hadden said. The damage prevention manager talked about a leak that occurred in the Olympic Pipeline near Bellingham, Washington, as an example of what could happen. There, a contractor had cracked the pipeline but did not tell anyone. A few months later a major break occurred, spilling gasoline down Whatcom Creek. An angler fishing downstream was overcome by the fumes and drowned. Two boys further down-

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stream were apparently playing with fire. The spilled gasoline ignited, causing an enormous fireball. The boys later died of their burns. The number one pipeline safety requirement is that people call before they dig, Hadden said. BC OneCall (1-800-474-6886 or cellular *6886) can provide information not just about pipelines, but also telephone lines, electrical cables and so on. People should call before they do any ground disturbance, not just excavation, he said. Examples would include installing a new irrigation system or ditching, installing buried or overhead cables, stockpiling materials, or using explosives nearby. Usually there is no charge for the service, and Kinder Morgan representatives will help landowners get the permits needed.

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Liquid Lifestyles shelves controversial trip on Clearwater River hold off for one season and then review it with BC Parks in the fall. We want to be seen as good corpoA plan to offer motor-assisted rate citizens.” float trips on the Clearwater River Several people forwarded emails has been shelved for this season to the Times on Monday that said Liquid Lifestyles was applying to BC Parks for a perA New Beginning to Carefree Living mit to operate jet-boat tours on the Clearwater. They feared the proposal was the “thin edge of the wedge” that would lead to MODULAR HOUSING DEVELOPMENT more motorized access to Wells Turn key & move in Gray Park. Starting at $149,000 In fact, his company already Pursuing Strata has an amendment to its perVisit our website itec-ent.com mit, but it wouldn’t be used for Itec Enterprises 250-587-6151 jet-boating, Streadwick said.

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The amendment, which was arranged after consultation with BC Parks last fall, would allow them to attach a “kicker” outboard motor to their regular river rafts. Presently one of the trips Liquid Lifestyles offers is from where the Clearwater River Road ends at the Mahood River downstream to the Saber-Tooth Rapids, Streadwick explained. This is a float trip and involves no whitewater. It is quite popular but is not a full-day excursion, which is what they would like to offer. The plan had been to add a kicker motor to their rafts to extend

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145 NORFOLK RD $199,900 3 bedroom. featuring oak cabinets, large dining. Private deck and gardens. Near amenities. Laminate flooring and fresh paint. Mountain view, motivated seller 1405 DAVY ROAD $179,900 Revenue property, w/2 full suites & lrg yard, deck & views of the mountains. Back alley access. Newer septic, pellet stove, electric heat & sep. laundry. Vendor ready to sell reasonable offers. 1204 Hern Road $159,000 Well maintained Double Wide modular on .5 acre landscaped. Great layout w/galley kitchen open to dining. Lrg living rm & entrance. Master w/ensuite + 2 bdrms, other bath w/skylight. Lrg garden w/great mountain view 424 Riverside Road $145,000 In Vavenby w/tons to offer. Solid home w/2bdrs up & 1 down, lrg family rm & great heating. Walking distance to the store and post office and has a view. 2354 Petrol Road $129,000 Lot w/mnt view, private w/little traffic. New shingles & paint. Open plan w/wood features, tile & lam. flooring. WStove. Lrg studio 9x23. Great for a young family. Garden space & boxes. Bareland strata $100/mnth. 169 Wood Road $129,900 Vavenby, close to amenities. Private yrd w/mntain view. Recent metal roof & vinyl siding. Updates incld countertops, laminate, paint, elect. & heating. Vendor is a Realtor. 352 Ruby Road &124,900 .5+ acre overlooking the NT River. Quiet area on CDS. 12x20 workshop, 24x30 2 bay RV storage & more. Great starter or retirement in Vavenby. 19-561 Ridge Road $99,000 MHP on Dutch Lake. 2 yrs old, lived in for less than a year. Modern w/dark cupboards, 2 baths. Near amenities. 10x12 covered deck & 8x10 shed. 761 Hoirup Road $94,500 15+acres of private land North of Vavenby. Partial foundation approved w/water & hydro in place. Nice acreage with lots of potential. 68 Blanchard Road $80,000 Lrg lot. Metal roof over the home, deck & storage. Newer cabinets, counter & appl. Recent paint, laminate & HE wood stove. .41 acres. 289 Vavenby Bridge Road $60,000 Vavenby, this 4 bdrm home is close to amenities & recreation. Court Order: 46069, being sold “AS IS” and Schedule “A” applies. 5-851 Old N Thompson Hwy $44,900 Newer mobile. 3 bdrms & a cozy kitchen, laundry & spacious back entrance. A small deck at the back allows for enjoying the summer evenings.

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the trip upstream on the Clearwater from the Mahood several kilometers to the downstream end of Gatling Gorge, which is near the confluence with Murtle River. Visitors would get off the rafts and hike to look at the gorge, which is quite spectacular. The trips likely would have been offered during late August and September, so people would see salmon jumping up the rapids. After looking at the sights the visitors would get on the rafts again and float down the Clearwater past the Mahood to the top of the Sabretooth Rapids - making a full day trip.

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Engineer calls for water conservation practices Keith McNeill Clearwater does not exactly have an dry climate but it apparently uses more water per person than some municipalities that do. With an average use of 1,100 liters per capita per day, water use in District of Clearwater is much higher than that in the City of Kamloops, where average water use is only 800 lpcd. That was why Lisa Clark, a drinking water engineer with Urban Systems, would like to see the District implement a water conservation plan. Kamloops implemented a Watersmart program in 1992.

Since then there has been a 23 per cent reduction in peak water demands. Leaks in the system might be one cause for Clearwaterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s relatively high water use, she told a public meeting held June 21 to discuss the Districtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s annual report. Identifying and eliminating those leaks might be a good place to start. She also recommended re-calibrating the Districtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s flow meters to ensure they are accurate. Current water conservation practices include watering restrictions during the summer months. The District allows those living at even numbered addresses to water

on even numbered days, and odd numbered addresses on odd numbered days. Watering is permitted from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. and from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. At present there is no bylaw and so enforcement is an issue. The District also requires new residences and commercial customers to install water meters. However, the meters are not yet being monitored. Potential water conservation measures mentioned by Clark included water metering, information and education, pressure management, reuse and recycling. Water conservation has

social, cultural, environmental and economic benefits, the engineer said. These are the four pillars of a sustainable community. Saving water would also save money, she said. Water conservation would become even more important if Clearwaterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s population grows. Most of Clearwaterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s drinking water comes from its surface water source, which is the watershed

located behind the ski hill. The watershed consists of three creeks: Russell, Hascheak and MacDougall. The community also draws water from two wells - one located across from Dutch Lake beach and the second in Reg Small Park by the Clearwater River. Raw water is treated with sodium hypochlorite (bleach). UV disinfection is being added to the Russell Creek system this year.

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District presents annual report at open house Keith McNeill â&#x20AC;&#x153;A public meeting without the public indicates we are doing something right but itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s disappointing, considering all the work done.â&#x20AC;? That was Mayor John Harwoodâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s remark as he opened a meeting held to discuss District of Clearwaterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s annual report on Thursday, June 21. Only three members of the general public, including this reporter, attended the gathering. The civilians were much outnumbered by the politicians and bureaucrats, with members of town council present, District staff, plus representatives from Urban Systems (Clearwaterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s engineers) and Interior Health. Harwood praised the municipalityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s staff for their good work, noting that the District is receiving $1.22 million in grants from Union of B.C. Municipalities out of $1.3 million applied for. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll realize there are a lot of tremendous things that are happening,â&#x20AC;? Harwood said. Last year they saw the amalgamation of the chief administrative officer and corporate administrator positions, said Leslie Groulx, the new CAO. Presently, the administrative department has three full-time employees, including Groulx. Another three work full-time in the finance department. There are also two full-time and one part-timer employees with Motor Vehicle/ICBC. Clearwater is one of only about four municipalities in the province to offer a motor vehicle service. Public works has two full-time staff plus one part-time. The Community Charter requires that all B.C.

municipalities publish an annual report. The 37-page document includes highlights of major projects achieved during the past year; plans and initiatives for 2012, statistics, permissive tax exemptions for churches and so on, and audited financial statements. Highlights for 2011 for Administration and Corporate Services included strengthening relationships with external agencies, community stakeholders, provincial and federal ministers, and Simpcw First Nation. The District adopted 16 bylaws and six policies during the year. The old firehall is coming down this year, the meeting was told. Its role has been largely replaced by a new locker room built last year. A project to provide ultra-violet (UV) disinfection at Russell Creek is ongoing, Lisa Clark of Urban Systems reported. The municipality received a $385,000 grant from Towns for Tomorrow for the project. At present chlorination is the only treatment being used, which is not effective with some microorganisms such as giardia and cryptosporidium. The work has been tendered and should be completed by this fall. An emergency response plan for the water system has been prepared. Interior Health and B.C.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s drinking water protection regulations require such a plan. The plan includes procedures to follow in the event of a forest fire in the watershed or power failure with the pumps. It also has contacts to call in the event of an emergency.

Welcome The District of Clearwater is excited to introduce Eleanor Collins as the new Community Recreation Healthy Living Coordinator and Melody Romeo as the new Sports Coordinator. ! " " # ! ! !* $ ! "! ! ! activitie ! " & % Melody will be working on bringing tournaments into the community including a Volley Camp and a soccer tournament in September. Peewee/Midget Provincial Championship On July 12-15th Clearwater is expecting 18 teams for the Peewee and Midget Provincial Championships. $ " ! ! ( ) # -14 year olds with our Clearwater boys playing in the Rep division. The Midget tournament is for 16- % ! ( ) ( ) # ! $ ! ! $ % ! ( ) # COME OUT AND CHECK OUT SOME AWESOME BALL PLAYING. Clearwater will see a decent of an additional 800 + visitors to our community. The scheduling for the games includes 54 games in 3 days at Capostinsky Ball Park and Clearwater Secondary School ball field starting at 7:30am and finishing approximately at 9:00pm. A skills competition will be held on Friday, July 13th at the Clearwater Secondary School from 1:00pm ' 4:00pm with a banquet to follow for ball players and their coaches at the North Thompson Sportsplex. There will be a concession stand at both locations, with Capostinsky Park also having some retail. Volunteers are needed for this very busy weekend. Duties include working in the concession, field maintenance, 50/50 draws and experienced score keepers. If you are interested in helping out in any of these areas call Melody at 250.674.8009. Saturday Community Bus The District of Clearwater is sponsoring a Saturday Community Bus pilot project from July 7th to August 25th. This bus is intended to enable residents the opportunity to attend local summer events such as the Farmers* Market, spending a day at Dutch Lake beach or other summer activities. The Saturday Community Bus is for anyone in the community to use and is FREE of Charge. 2012 Dutch Lake Park Design Competition The 2012 Dutch Lake Park Site Design Competition is now on! There is a Youth (6-18) and Adult (19-99) category. The winning designer (or design team) will be awarded a prize of $500 for each category. The contest will run until August 17th, 2012 and all participants will meet with Council on August 21st to present their proposed concept and model. The winners will be announced at the Clearwater Canoe Regatta on September 8th, 2012. You can pick up the contest package that includes the Entry Form, Rules and Regulations, Declaration and Release Form and maps of the property at Dutch Lake at the District office or on the District website at www.districtofclearwater.com. Fire Ban in Effect An open burning ban is in effect in order to help prevent human-caused wildfires and protect the public. This prohibition will remain in place until October 1st, 2012 within the District of Clearwater. Upcoming Events July 12-15, 2012 ' Peewee/Midget Provincial Softball Championships July 3-27, 2012 ' Kids Summer Fun Days August 7-24, 2012 ' Kids Summer Fun Days Upcoming Meetings of Council July 10, 2012 ' Parks and Recreation Committee meeting ' 5:00pm July 10, 2012 ' Regular Council meeting ' 7:00pm.

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“ When we are no longer able to change a situation, we are challenged to change ourselves.” - Viktor Frankl, psychologist Guest editorial by Ben ParÄtt

B.C. mills are running out of wood

Dry grad fundraising beneﬁt safe celebration Editor, The Times: The Clearwater Secondary School 2012 Graduating Class wishes to thank all of the local businesses, organizations, community members, and parents that supported us through donations, fundraising, and assistance this year. Graduates enjoyed a memorable Prom and Dry Grad on June 2-3 because of the generosity of our community! With the money that

we raised, we were able to have an amazing Prom with a professional DJ in a beautifully decorated gym. Our theme was "Mardi Gras," so we turned the gym into a wonderful masquerade ballroom with oversized masks and green, gold, and purple balloons. Furthermore, the grad parents planned a fantastic Dry-Grad trip to Kelowna, which many students attended. Activities included a

hypnotist presentation, go-karting, mini-golfing, and swimming! Dry Grad started immediately after prom, which meant that the majority of students enjoyed an alcohol-free celebration. Therefore, your contributions not only benefited our Prom and Dry-Grad celebrations; they ensured the safety of the grads and other youth. Thank-you!

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On Jan. 20, the town of Burns Lake received national attention when a horrific explosion and ensuing inferno at the local sawmill killed two mill workers, and triggered the loss of 250 high-paying jobs. But the town was wrestling with troubles before then. The forested slopes visible from the town centre turned a rusty red, as the mountain pine beetle infestation raced through British Columbia's interior forests. B.C.'s forest industry is in for a shakeup due to a grossly diminished pool of commercially harvestable trees. But there is another equally disquieting truth. Around the time that the beetles arrived outside Burns Lake, Canfor reopened its sawmill in nearby Houston. With its $26.4 million upgrade, Canfor laid claim to the largest sawmill in the world. Lumber production shot up from an already formidable 450 million board feet per year to 600 million. Within a year Canfor posted record net income of $420.9 million and announced that it would invest $104 million to build a second mill in Vanderhoof, similar in size to its Houston operation. The result: two monster mills with Burns Lake sandwiched in between. Canfor was not alone in supersizing its mills. In Quesnel, West Fraser did much the same thing, as did others. The result is milling horsepower that grossly exceeds what forests can supply. How much so is spelled out in documents now before a committee of Liberal and NDP MLAs appointed by the provincial legislature to consult communities about the so-called "mid-term" timber supply. The documents reveal that in four large forested areas, mills have an appetite for wood that cannot be sustained. In the Prince George area, sawmills can consume 15.8 million cubic meters of wood per year (one cubic meter roughly equals one telephone pole). Yet local forests in the near term will only be able to provide 6.4 million cubic meters, or

40 per cent of mill needs. Around Burns Lake, the picture is even grimmer. Local mills can consume 1.9 million cubic meters, but in the near future forests will only be able to provide for 26 per cent of mill needs. In and around Quesnel and Williams Lake, the picture is only marginally better, with local forests likely to be able to meet only one-third of existing sawmill capacity in future years. Into this volatile mix, the government proposes jettisoning rules that placed modest restrictions on logging activities in a tiny portion of old-growth forests, other forests meant to protect imperiled wildlife species, and some forests important to other sectors of the economy such as tourism. Some MLAs have gone further, suggesting that Tweedsmuir Park be logged. Instead of acknowledging that consumption must align with what the forests can sustain, the government seeks to bend supply to demand. It's a recipe for even more job losses in future years. What are needed are policies that maximize social and economic returns from a much smaller resource base. In Ontario and Quebec, provinces with significantly smaller annual log harvests than B.C., sales of higher-value wood products in 2010 were, respectively, $928 million and $825 million. Sales of similar goods from B.C. that same year were a paltry $345 million. For every 205 cubic meters and 298 cubic meters of trees harvested respectively in Ontario and Quebec that year, one fulltime forest industry job was generated. Generating the equivalent job in B.C. required more than four times as much wood. For years B.C.'s leaders have known that if we failed to follow these provinces up the value chain, a day of reckoning would come. Now is the time to reverse the trend. Getting more value from each log must become the new mantra. - Ben Parfitt is resource policy analyst with the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives.

Food Bank collects over 300 bags Attracting seniors ... attracting doctors Editor, The Times: Once again, thank you to the residents of Clearwater and district for your generous contributions to our fifth annual mid-season food drive. Approximately 310 bags were collected, which comprised approximately 3,600 items. These will go a long ways towards helping those in need. The Food Bank, along with its clients, appreciates the generosity of our citizens.

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The article titled "Seniors needs assessment underway in Clearwater" (June 18 issue) raises a number of important issues but, first and foremost, those dealing with attracting seniors to Clearwater need to address the "medical factor." The sole medical practice in Clearwater has only two full-time family practitioners at present, whereas at one stage there were five. Attempts to attract more full-time doctors have not worked over the course of the past 12 months and the organizers of this

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assessment need to tackle this issue as a top priority - why are doctors not interested in coming to Clearwater? There is a reasonable "cycling" of locums through practice and hospital, although summer seems to be more attractive to them than winter, but this situation is far from ideal and does not address the underlying problems. It is my understanding that the hospital is understaffed, Forest View Place (long-term care facility) is full and little relief seems to be in the offing! Organizations such as those

listed in the article - Union of British Columbia Municipalities, Age-Friendly Communities Program and Community Development Institute of UNBC sound grand and lofty but do they have the right answers? However, Greg Halseth (CDI) says it all, "But you have to ensure that seniors have access to the services and amenities they need...." Clearwater, it would seem, has a way to go, particularly in the field of health provision.

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Question of the Week

? Do you think the rain will ever stop?

Lilo Krauseneck:

Elmer Fedderson:

Yes, it will. It just has to. We've had more than we need.

Yes, it's got to stop sometime. I didn't say when.

John Knox:

Kim Cartwright:

Brian Phelps:

I certainly hope so. Our strawberries will be ripe next week so it's got to stop.

Well, it's stopped for the moment ... but it never stops for good..

Yes, it will. I don't know what people are mad about. It's just part of the season.

Provincial tournament sets bases for future Editor, The Times:

Mark your calendars on the July 12 - 15 weekend, as the Clearwater Minor Ball Association and Clearwater will be hosting the 2012 Softball Provincial Championships. Over 18 teams will arrive on the community's doorstep for the competition. As the newly appointed sports coordinator for the District of Clearwater and serving Wells Gray Country, I am very excited about hosting this tournament with over 800 visitors. It is

expected hotels, motels, campgrounds, restaurants, gas stations and tourism activities will see an increase in business as a result of the provincial championship tournament. We look forward to using this tournament as a launching point to further establishing relationships with the local business community, tourism operators and of course, using the experience as a template for hosting future tournament opportunities. With over nine years of related sports experience, I

have firsthand knowledge on the economic opportunities that sport tourism can offer to a community. We are committed to ensuring success for the Peewee and Midget Provincial Championship tournaments here in Clearwater. Tournaments are excellent events for all seasons and can provide strong economic opportunities for the shoulder seasons in our community. A positive tournament experience has the potential spin-off effect of encouraging participants to return to explore more of the

area's offerings. It is important to track the success of the event. Therefore, I request that businesses call or email sports@docbc.ca after the July 12 - 15 weekend to give feedback on the amount of rooms/campsites that were rented out for the weekend. Information on the increase of patrons to businesses, tourism operators and restaurants are also important to track. These will be beneficial statistics for this weekend and future sporting events.

For details on the tournament, please visit the Facebook page: Clearwater Minor Ball. This site will be updated frequently. If you have any questions on the provincials or would like to make arrangements for activity packages or reservations, please call Melody at 250.674.8009. I am very excited about this new position and look forward to working hard on behalf of the community. Thank you in advance for your support.

Melody Romeo, sports coordinator District of Clearwater

Guiding Principals report represents real story Editor, The Times:

I write regarding your article on the Upper Clearwater Meeting on Sunday, June 17. In your article, you quoted a statement attributed to me that was out of context, thereby missing completely the point I was addressing. What I read, and announced as such, was a statement by D. James Munn, who was the district manager of the Clearwater Forest District and a Ministry of Forests

decision maker who agreed with the terms of the Guiding Principles for the Management of the Land and Resources in the Upper Clearwater Valley. Munn's statement was part of a May 19, 1999 letter he wrote to all participants in the Upper Clearwater Public Input Process. At our June 17, 2012 meeting, I mentioned that I had copies of Munn's letter and the Guiding Principles available for anyone

who wished a copy. I thought you might pick up one. The part of Munn's letter I read follows: "I believe that through this process we have achieved a new level of understanding and trust in each other as individuals, businesses and government agents entrusted with the task of finding and implementing solutions to a broad range of sometimes seemingly conflicting values. I believe that with the guiding principles,

there is a balance with which we can all live." I am including a copy of Munn's letter, with the above quotation highlighted, for your information. So, from the above, you can see that I was not just "outlining my thoughts on Canfor's plans to log the slopes above his (my) home." When I said "we have to give consideration to sensitive places," I was commenting on Jim Munn's letter and the importance of the remarkable mutual

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protection of the sensitive ecosystems that comprise the Upper Clearwater Valley. The Guiding Principles embody that spirit. The unanimous support of the Guiding

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For the Olympic games starting in London later this month, the British team has been told to avoid handshaking with fellow participants and others. Since keeping healthy is of prime importance, they are just trying to minimize the chances of their athletes getting sick. Hand-sanitizers will certainly be much in use. One of the myths concerning sun exposure, is that dark-skinned people don’t need sunscreen protection. In the U.S., rates of skin cancers are on the rise in African American and Hispanics, so skin of all colours need protection from the sun. The word steroid often conjures up a negative image. But this class of chemicals in ﬂowing through our bodies naturally. Cholesterol is a building block for hormones. Cortisol comes from the kidneys and regulates energy and immune function. Sex hormones like testosterone and estrogens regulate sexual function.

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Steroids are also found in medications that help many conditions. Prednisone is a powerful oral steroid which is an antiinﬂammatory to treat many conditions like sever rheumatoid arthritis. Steroids are also found in inhalers, enemas and skin creams. These products are very helpful in patients with asthma, inﬂammatory bowel conditions like Crohn’s disease, and severe skin rashes.

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YEARS AGO: Rumors that Central North Thompson Chamber of Commerce was not going ahead with a mosquito control program were untrue, said committee chairman J. Pearce. Aerial spraying would go ahead as soon as aircraft were available, he said. Two local lumber firms donated wood to build a new 20’ x 26’ change house at Dutch Lake public beach. A. Irvine agreed to remove the two older buildings and to build the new structure.

YEARS AGO: Birch Island pioneers Mr. and Mrs. Ernie Dee celebrated their golden wedding anniversary. They had been married 50 years earlier in Kamloops. Arson was suspected in three fires that broke out in Clearwater. Two local men were later charged with breaking and entering, and arson. The Elks Lodge was the only Clearwater raft among 42 crews that part in the raft race to Kamloops. Several persons had to be reminded it could still be dangerous.

YEARS AGO: An all-women’s team, the Clearwater Drifters, won the ladies’ event in the Clearwater to Kamloops raft race. Team members were captain Hetty Miller, Ann Miller, Marge Carriere, Linda Madden, Heather Nicholas, Flora Campbell, Julie Downey and Linda Kohlhauser. A raft from the Blue River Hotel became hung up on a

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BACK IN TIME

YEARS AGO: Area A TNRD representative Hans Krauseneck asked why CN was asking the regional district to agree with the removal of the station agents at Clearwater and Blue River, and the demolition of all the stations at all the “non-stations” along the route. Clearwater had lost its agent a long time before, said Krauseneck. Jan Pearce retired after 29 years as a schoolbus driver.

YEARS AGO: Clearwater Heritage Week Committee won an award from the Heritage Society of B.C. for its programs. Members were Diane

Frye, Ida Dekelver, Bill Mattenley, Lois Moss and Christine Scott. George Chesney retired after 30 years as a mill-worker for CTPVavenby. MLA Bud Smith opened the Strawberry Festival at the Clearwater ball-field. M.P. Nelson Riis crowned the Strawberry Queen, Janet Wilkie.

YEARS AGO: Former Clearwater physician Bob Woollard was guest speaker at the CSS grad ceremonies. Traci Loftus won the highest academic achievement award, while Lisa Odermatt was the top all round student. Clearwater salmon hatchery, scheduled to close, was to stay open for one more year to

help revive the upper Adams River sockeye run. The Clearwater River Road was to open under an agreement that would see local users, headed by Interior Whitewater, pay to have it cleared. Capital costs to improve the road to safety standards had been put at $367,000. Robert and Liana Beaudry took over Clearwater Expeditions whitewater rafting company. They bought it from Kamloops residents Brian and Shirley Palmer.

YEARS AGO: MLA Kevin Krueger announced the new Dr. Helmcken Memorial Hospital would have 21 new long-term care beds. This would allow families to remain close to the loved ones, which is really what quality health care is all about, said Krueger. Clearwater had the highest seat-belt usage of any community in the Thompson region, reported Sgt. Steve Giesinger, NCO-incharge of Clearwater RCMP Detachment.

YEARS AGO: The federal/provincial infrastructure works program announced approval to proceed with a transit bus for Clearwater, to the tune $95,000. The vehicle

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YEAR AGO: Clara Shipp was named top senior allround student during Clearwater Secondary School’s award ceremony. She was one of just six students to have been on the Honor Roll for all five years they had been at CSS. SFU student Samantha Charlton was conducting research into non-timber forest resources with Wells Gray Community Forest and Simpcw First Nation.

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2012 Star Gazing Festival to be hosted in new venue Sherri Madden Wells Gray Country Services Committee began hosting the Star Gazing Festival in 2006. Due to a number of factors, the event was not held in 2011, but the committee is proud to announce that it will once again be hosting the Star Gazing Festival on Aug. 9 of this year. Past events have included large mobile telescopes, presentations on astronomical features by Colin Taylor from the Department of Physics and Astronomy at Thompson Rivers University, kids’ craft tables, concession and the opportunity to view the stars through a number of telescopes located on site. This year, invitations have gone out to Colin Taylor

(TRU), the Okanagan Observatory, and Bill Burnyeat (who provides a Community Astronomy tour through B.C. each summer). Each of these individuals/organizations has a high level of knowledge of astronomical features and provides engaging presentations that enable us to learn about the amazing features in the sky above us. The organizers of this year’s event are looking for a suitable location to hold the event. It is estimated there will be 100-150 people in attendance. Limited light pollution is the primary reason for choosing a site, but there are other factors that the committee will be taking into consideration. The event may be held on either private or commercial property. The site will be prioritized based on the following criteria: light pollution, sky view, parking, and

access/distance from Clearwater. Other factors that will be considered but are not mandatory would be the availability of an on-site concession, washrooms, power and a facility to host the presentations in. If you have any questions regarding site requirements, or wish to submit your site for consideration before July 9, please contact Sherri Madden at the Community Resource Centre, via phone at 250-674-3530 or via email at smadden@tnrd.ca. When responding, please specify how your site meets the requirements. We look forward to a very successful event in 2012 and hope to see you all there! - Sherri Madden is services coordinator for Wells Gray Country and Thompson Headwaters

After Hours Theatre stages three plays for entertainment entertainment. The interaction between the actors on stage creates an atmosphere of suspense as one unlikely event happens after another. At one point I was drawn in to feel sympathy for the old woman with the annoying, snoring husband. At another I felt concern for the actor when everything seemed to go wrong. Good timing with the delivery of the lines and some unexpected actions enhanced the humour of the plays. After Hours Theatre’s esteemed director, Krystle Moilliet, explained that two of the plays will feature first time directors. “Must the Show Go On?” will be directed by Neal Broswick.

Sandra Holmes As I stepped into the room where a lively rehearsal was underway I immediately felt the undercurrents of humour and excitement. Then the corpse (or I thought it was a corpse) on the stage sneezed. This not to be missed production, “It’s All An Act” by Carl L. Williams, is a series of three one-act plays. Carl L. Williams, a playwright from Huston, Texas, has won many awards for his humorous plays. The play is perfect for After Hours Theatre’s fourth season and its first Dessert Theatre. The characters engage in lively conversation. There is love, murder, misunderstanding, a steamer trunk and good use of dramatic pause to create very humorous

Krystle Moilliet (l) and Neal Broswick play the roles of grouchy seniors as they rehearse for After Hours Theatre’s upcoming production of “It’s All An Act”. Photo by Keith McNeill

Tourism programs get provincial boost Times Staff Blue River, Clearwater/Wells Gray, and Sun Peaks are eligible to receive a total of $25,400 for projects that help grow tourism. “These communities all rely on tourism, and this funding will go a long way towards helping them better promote their local attractions. The idea is to make Blue River, Clearwater/Wells Gray and Sun Peaks the worst-kept secrets in B.C.,” said KamloopsNorth Thompson MLA Terry Lake. The communities

and programs receiving CTO funding are: • Blue River: consumer shows ($6,000), image bank ($2,000), website enhancements ($1,200), total: $9,200. • Clearwater/Wells Gray: image bank ($4,000), website enhancements ($3,000), total: $7,000. • Sun Peaks: summer campaign ($7,000), image bank ($2,200), total: $9,200. The funding comes from the provincial government’s Community Tourism Opportunities (CTO) program administered by regional destination

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Three one act plays, live music and great dessert, what gets better than that?.... In Must the Show Go On? actors are challenged with script issues and costume malfunctions... will they be able to get through the script? Can’t You See We’re Acting? asks the question, what can actors do with an unruly audience? In Final Curtain a fragmented family gathers around their dying monarch who truly believed ‘all the world’s a stage.’ Live music from Contender and dessert from the amazing Dessert Deck! … Nothing gets better than that! Performances at Serenity Acres’ Dessert Deck Advance tickets on sale March 1, 2012 - July 3, 2012

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“Can’t You See We’re Acting” will be directed by Alex Arduini. Both Neal and Alex have many theatrical credits and have acted in other After Hours Theatre productions. Krystle will direct “The Final Curtain.” This will be an evening of splendid entertainment on The Dessert Deck at Serenity Center on Lost Creek Road. Between the plays, the famous Dessert Deck treats can be ordered and eaten. Although there will be four performance times, July 4, 5, 6, at 7 p.m. and July 7 at 1 p.m., you are advised to buy your ticket early at the Community Resource Centre as tickets are limited to 30 for each performance.

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Kevin Krueger will not seek re-election “Kevin has, to the best of his abilities, worked hard to serve the constituents of our riding,” Forseth said. Veteran B.C. Liberal MLA Kevin Krueger will “Not everyone has agreed with how he has not seek re-election in the May 14, 2013 provincial done this, but he has spent the last decade-and-aelection. half working for his constituents. Now is not the Krueger, the Kamloops-South Thompson MLA time to criticize him.” who was first elected in 1996, has Kamloops Mayor Peter Milobar decided to call it a political career, said he was surprised at Krueger’s seeking to spend more time with famdecision. ily. Milobar said that, for him, Tom Friedman, who will carry “regardless of political stripes,, the banner for the B.C. NDP in the you want an MLA who works hard Kamloops-South Thompson riding next for the city and Kevin did that in year, said he wasn’t surprised Krueger spades. He was always good to is not running again. work with.” “I’ve been saying for months now Premier Christy Clark lauded that Kevin Krueger has been very Krueger’s contributions. outspoken and has broken with B.C. “I’ve had the pleasure of workLiberal policy, complaining that the ing with Kevin Krueger as friend, federal crime bill will be very expencaucus colleague and around the sive for B.C.ers. MLA Kevin Krueger cabinet table. He’s one of the most “Now today, he has broken with dedicated public servants I’ve ever the premier on drugs,” Friedman said, met,” Clark said. noting Krueger’s comments this week advocating “He has been a tireless advocate for his comlegalization of marijuana. munity and the entire region. We’ve seen the “He is finally free to speak his mind and I transformation of Thompson Rivers University, applaud him for that.” Friedman said Krueger’s decision won’t have an the upgrades to Royal Inland [Hospital] and highway improvements - all things Kevin has advoimpact on his campaign, noting he has not focused on the MLA, but has promoted the NDP as a “clear cated for. “But, what the public may not have seen is the alternative to the B.C. Liberals.” work Kevin does quietly behind the scenes for his Al Forseth, regional director for the B.C. constituents, how he personally works the files to Conservative Party, said Krueger’s decision surget the outcome that works for people. prised him, but noted the MLA deserved thanks.

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Artist holds Kamloops show Clearwater artist Robert Cuming puts up a poster advertising his art show, which is being held at the Café Motivo on Tranquille in Kamloops until Aug. 12. Cuming, now retired, taught at Clearwater Secondary School for many years. More about his work can be seen at www.rrcuming.com. Look for an ad in next weeks' issue. Photo by Keith McNeill

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VANCOUVER - The top forestry companies in British Columbia have teamed up with some of the province's most talented and innovative architectural firms and builders to form Canfor's Playhouse Challenge, a unique undertaking that will ultimately entertain thousands of B.C. children while providing funding to build homes for hard-working families in B.C. Canfor's Playhouse Challenge will see the building of several magnificent and whimsical children's playhouses that will be sold to corporate donors, with proceeds benefiting Habitat for Humanity Canada affiliate locations across B.C. Each magical playhouse is a collaborative project, with a B.C. forest products company donating building materials, an architectural team contributing their creativity in design, and a local builder providing their expertise in construction. "We're incredibly proud and excited to see this inaugural Playhouse Challenge come to fruition and not only bring joy to families across B.C., but also showcase the vast array of unique applications for

Father’s Day rafﬂe winners announced Times Staff Members of the Vavenby Primary School PAC (parents advisory committee)

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had been given a good mixing by each of the representatives, the children were given the opportunity to draw each ticket. The winners were: 1st prize, a barbecue package of assorted meats from Safety Mart went to Kathy Cederholm of Vavenby; 2nd, an oil change up to $100 from Wells Gray Service Center went to L. Gallagher of Vavenby; 3rd, a game kit from Dee's

General Store went to Lisa Wilkinson of Clearwater; 4th, a free pizza certificate from Vavenby General Store went to Lavonne Tobin of Clearwater; and 5th, a $20 gift card from Rona went to Toni Schuchardt of Vavenby. The money will go towards new playground equipment as well as for extracurricular items such as skates and skis. Organizers hope to make the raffle an annual event.

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Seniors enjoy day trip to the Helmcken Falls Sandra Holmes

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Members of Wells Gray Country Seniors’ Society organized a bus trip to Helmcken Falls on Monday, June 18. Those on the tour enjoyed lunch at the Black Horse Saloon at Wells Gray Ranch before traveling on to the falls. The bus also took a side trip into the Trophy Mountain Buffalo Ranch. Mary Johnson told stories about her family coming to that property in 1938 to join her grandparents. Her dad built the small cabin and barn that can still be admired as relics from the past. What a treat to spend the afternoon in the company of such remarkable people! The next Wells Gray Country Seniors’ Society bus tour will take place on July 9. Seniors will enjoy dinner in Kamloops and take a ride on the Heritage Train. To book your seat, call Evelyn at 250 674 3688.

Fran McRae (l) and Mary Johnson take part in a Wells Gray Country Seniors’ Society bus trip to Helmcken Falls on Monday, June 18. Photo by Sandra Holmes

More backcountry roads to be kept open Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations VICTORIA - Amendments to the Occupiers Liability Act to help prevent resource road closures and reduce the possibility of injury-related lawsuits are now in effect, as the general public heads into the backcountry to enjoy B.C.'s wilderness this summer. "These changes are an important first step to simplifying the regulations covering B.C.'s vast network of resource roads," said Minister of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations Steve Thomson. "Reducing the possibility of injury-related law-

suits will encourage road maintainers to keep roads open and preserve access to B.C.'s wilderness areas." B.C. has an estimated 450,000 kilometers of resource roads that provide commercial and recreational links to vast expanses of the province's backcountry. Currently roads that do not access year-round communities are sometimes closed to the public after an industrial user no longer needs the road. "We support these amendments because they will keep more back country roads open for hunting, fishing and outdoor recreation," said B.C. Wildlife Federation president Bill Bosch. "The B.C. Wildlife Federation

can provide liability insurance to its members through clubs, direct members and programs such as the outdoor passport." The amendments will help keep more backcountry roads open by establishing that people using resource roads of their own accord do so substantially at their own risk. In addition to lowering the duty of care owed by the Crown and road maintainers, the revised legislation shifts the onus for personal injury insurance coverage to third-party users and brings the government's resource road policy into line with policies covering rural agricultural land and marked recreational trails.

Driver charged with marijuana conviction Times Staff A Surrey resident, Ngu Takeawoa, who was found in possession of a pound of marijuana during a road check last year has been fined $1,000. According to a Clearwater RCMP report at the time,

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conducted. Two halfpound bags of marijuana bud were located in the rear of the van in a canvas bag. The charge went to trial in Clearwater provincial court on Thursday, June 21 and the man was found guilty and fined $1,000.

Details about the free summer Saturday bus service have been hammered out, reports District of Clearwater director of Finance Sheila Thiessen. The extra service will be offered from July 7 to Aug. 25 and will be free of charge. At 10:30 a.m. on Saturdays the bus will leave the Vavenby Store. It will go through Clearwater to Blackpool Hall, arriving at the hall at 11:20 a.m. It will then go back into Clearwater. At 3:30 pm it will leave Brookfield Mall for Vavenby, return to Brookfield Mall and then leave for Blackpool at 4:55 p.m. The District is producing a brochure and will post all the detailed

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Doris holds art show Upper Clearwater artist Doris Laner checks out some of the more than 30 paintings she has on display in the Upper Clearwater Hall. The realistic and hyper-realistic art in the show features scenes from Wells Gray Park and will continue until July 7. Laner is perhaps best know locally for her murals on the Fleetwest building and the Sportsplex. For more about her work, see www.dorislanerart.ca. Photo by Keith McNeill

Water conservation posters by Katie Bieber (above) and Vanessa McGill won District of Clearwater's recent design contest. First prize for both is a pizza party for their classes.

McGill and Bieber win poster contest Times Staff District of Clearwater has announced the winners of its water conservation poster contest, says chief administrative officer Leslie Groulx. Vanessa McGill from Raft River Elementary won the Grades k - 7 category while Clearwater Secondary student Katie Bieber won for Grades 8 - 12.

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Seattle family marks 50 years of Moose Camp visits Kay Knox An unusual, but quite remarkable 50th anniversary was celebrated at Moose Camp Fishing Resort at Rioux Lake on Friday, June 22. You may not have heard of this place or the Brown family from Seattle and Tacoma in Washington State, but the name Almond Roca is sure to ring a bell with your taste buds. Harry Brown invented this treat, formed the company of Brown and Haley, which has produced it in their Tacoma factory since 1919. For 50 years members of the Brown family have happily covered the miles from Washington’s largest cities to Moose Camp Fishing Resort, which is 34 km northwest of Clearwater in Tree Farm License 18 (the “Management”) in B.C.’s wilderness. Why do they come? For the fishing, the camaraderie, wildlife, warm welcomes by various resort owners over the years, and the peace and quiet (women came for the first couple of years only!). Did I mention the fishing? Not only do they fish in Rioux Lake, named after the original owner and trapper, but also each day sees them travelling to nearby lakes for finny catches, which are often then released. Three brothers began this trek, which was to become a tradition, in 1962. One of them, Alvin is 98 years old. While he felt capable

Senior members of the Brown family pose for a photograph. Pictured are (l-r) Jeff, Paul, Jim, Tom and Dick Brown. Members of the Seattle area family have been coming to Moose Camp every year for 50 years. All photos by Kay Knox of coming, his wife was in poor health and he did not want to leave her, so Dick Brown, 85 years young, another of the original brothers, was the oldest person in camp this year. He and his brother Don originally went to High Hume Cabins over the Labor Day weekend, but chats with Fred Tegler on a golf course in Washington introduced Don to Moose Camp. “We brought our father here too,” Dick told me. “That means four generations of Browns have come here during the past 50 years.” Don, a doctor, has since died. “He was so handsome,” said Carol McNeil, a former owner, showing photos in her aging album. A celebration of his life

Members of the Brown family socialize on the grounds of Moose Camp, which is located about 30 km northwest of Clearwater. had been held with a flotilla of boats on Rioux Lake. Tom Brown, Don’s son, was at this celebratory camp as he had been for the first one. “Our travel was all on horseback in

Jeff Brown and Dick Brown enjoy lunch while sitting in front of a bearskin on the wall.

the early days,” he explained. “I’ve been here about 43 times but Dad came more than anyone else for he was often here more than once a year. No one has been here 50 times, but members of the Brown family have been here for each of those years.” Avery Cederstrand, the youngest attendee, was celebrating his 16th

birthday. “It’s the sixth or seventh time I’ve been here for my birthday,” he stated proudly. For this anniversary, current owners John and Nonie Meyers pulled out all the stops. All levels of government were notified and impressive certificates and letters expressing appreciation of the loyalty of this family in supporting B.C.’s

Former Moose Camp owner Carol McNeil of Birch Island shares her 1969 photo album with members of the Brown party.

tourism industry were read out and presented at the luncheon. Two came from the federal government: Cathy McLeod MP for Kamloops-ThompsonCariboo, and Maxime Bernier, Minister of State (Small Business and Tourism). “Will these make it easier for us to cross the border?” quipped one of the visitors. Kevin Krueger, BC Liberal MLA for Kamloops-South Thompson, presented the Brown family with two provincial awards, adding more congratulations on their loyalty

as tourists to this province. John Meyers, owner of Moose Camp Fishing Resort for more than 20 years was not left out. A letter from Pat Bell, B.C.’s Minister of Jobs, Tourism, and Innovation thanked him for his endeavours and hard work. Mike and Sharon Thain, owners of the resort for five years, came from 108 Mile to see the Browns earlier in the week, in honour of this milestone occasion. Members of the Brown party, which included three generations, extended family and friends, were each given a commemorative T-shirt. Bold black lettering reads: “The Brown Family Celebrating 50 years at Moose Camp.” As all helped themselves to the food tastefully prepared by Sharon Cooluris of Clearwater, Nonie stood near the dining room table holding a swatter. A zz-zap told us each time she prevented a mosquito from joining the lineup. When the formalities were over, the cry went out from the younger set: “Let’s go fishing!” Others settled on a comfortable verandah, and I heard, “Remember when...?” as I was leaving.

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Sheri Harnden narrowly misses forcing Wade Elliot out during a game on Saturday, June 23, at Clearwater Slow-Pitch’s windup tournament. Photo by Keith McNeill

Blue River wins slow-pitch windup Times Staff Blue River Blues won Clearwater SlowPitch’s windup tournament the weekend before last, organizers report. The Blues narrowly

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Students and parent volunteers went on a rafting trip on June 21 paid for by the Vavenby Trail Society. The society had earlier in the year donated money to the school for field trips. The school went rafting with Riverside Adventures, which gave the school a special rate. Blue River Elementary joined Vavenby on the trip. It was a sunny day for rafting. Everyone got on the rafts at Birch Island. They stopped at North Thompson Provincial Park for a picnic lunch of bunwiches, juice boxes, oatmeal cookies, yogurt, carrots, and cherry tomatoes. Then the children played at Pogey Park for a while. After this rest they all loaded back onto the rafts and went further down the river to Blackpool. Some of the children found the rafting scary but they all had a good time. Robert Beaudry, owner of Riverside Adventures and a rafting expert, dipped some of the children into the river. The trip is a memory the students will not easily forget.

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On assignment at Moose Camp Fishing Resort It’s one thing to write a Trekking Tale describing my own experiences but pretending to be a reporter is a different story altogether. I discovered that when editor Keith McNeill asked me to visit Moose Camp Fishing Resort recently. Piecing together the visits of the Brown family from Seattle and Tacoma for 50 years was challenging enough, (see story on page A11) but I soon realized that the resort has its own history, which goes back much further. As always, deciding what to omit was the hardest. (Perhaps other reporters before me, novice and experienced, also became “misplaced” en route and arrived in a “tizzy” with fears of being late and missing the whole event!) I was most fortunate that this assignment was happy, interesting and took me to a lake in the “Management” that I had not seen before. Moose Camp Fishing Resort, 34 km from Clearwater, came into being when Ed Rioux started a trapline in the late 1880s and built a cabin by the pretty lake that now bears his name. It is hard to imagine those early treks and experiences. “When he got tired of one cabin,” former owner Glen McNeil explained, “he built a new one.” These cabins and others, renovated and modernized, provide accommodation for guests like the Browns. “In one of the oldest ones we found a receipt for 10 lb. of Nabob coffee,” added present owner John Meyers. “Dated May, 1887, the price was 35 cents!” Brothers Herby and Benjy McNeil bought the trapline

Trekking Tales )` 2H` 2UV_ from Rioux in 1943, and guests had a bumpy ride before they caught their first fish. First they travelled to 94 Mile, then drove east along dirt roads via Lone Butte to the McNeils’ ranch at Canim Lake. The following morning the ranch’s jeep bounced them over the potholes for 12 km to the corral. Here their gear was loaded onto packhorses and they rode for some four to five hours (along a trail that still exists) to Moose Camp. Herby was the owner when the Browns started coming in 1962, Benjy having moved on to other ventures. In those early days, after breakfast Herby would guide the Browns on horseback to a lake, hobble the horses, leaving the men to fish from rafts, hand-axed, while he

Forgiving is not always easy to do You may have read a letter to the editor of this fine newspaper entitled “Thoughts on Forgiveness.” A really good friend of mine (Oldsters will remember Phil Gaglardi using that phrase) wrote that letter. He and I have quite different views on religion and politics. That’s why he included a thinly veiled reference to me in the letter. I liked the part where he forgives me for forgiving him. It’s actually quite easy to forgive him, and I appreciated the thoughts in the letter. Defining forgiveness is not easy. The best definition I have found is: “Giving up my right to hurt you, for hurting me.” In fact, forgiveness is a topic close to my heart. I just see to many people being eaten alive by hatred toward someone who has wronged them. The end result is a deep hurt that only cuts further down into one’s life and soul. We are once again seeing a petition urging the parole board to deny David Shearing a parole of some sort. I have no problem with signing that petition. The magnitude of David’s crime would indicate to me that he should serve out his entire life sentence. I can also understand it if he says he has been forgiven by God, but

the Johnson-Bentley family might see otherwise. Christians understand and undertake “Forgiveness” in a manner that often confuses those not sharing their convictions. I well remember a grandfather expressing to me his forgiveness of the young man who had just confessed to setting a fire that killed three of his grandchildren. Such thinking is totally incomprehensible to many people. Several times during his short ministry Jesus often encouraged forgiveness. One such command is found in Matthew 5:44: “But I say to you, Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you” ESV. Then we have the example of Jesus forgiving those who condemned him to death Luke 23:3334: “And when they came to the place that is called The Skull, there they crucified him, and the criminals, one on his right and one on his left. (34) And Jesus said, “Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do.” And they cast lots to divide his garments” ESV. Other verses remind us of how we are forgiven because of Jesus’ sacrificial love Ephesians 4:32: “Be kind to one

Think on These Things )` 3SV`K :[YPJRSHUK *SLHY^H[LY *OYPZ[PHU *O\YJO another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you ESV”. I assure you, forgiveness is not easily given, nor is it to be given idly. Forgiveness does not mean that justice is ignored. It would be

wrong to set criminals free in the name of forgiveness alone. I think that a person who is judged guilty of breaking the law is obligated to serve the sentence set out by the courts. I just wonder if Jesus would say the same thing?

built trails. Those rainbow trout were descendants of ones “planted” by the McNeils above the Canim-Red Creek Falls and which quickly migrated into Rioux, Coldscaur, Twin and other lakes in the area. Herby was also the cook for his international guests, but did employ a helper. Benjy McNeil’s son Glen, and his wife Carol, bought the property and business from his uncle in 1969, remaining there for two or three years, more than enough time to build happy memories and a smoke house, and to get to know the Brown family during their annual visits. Dave and June Jones were the next owners; their addition to the dining room gave more space in the building that had been Carol and Glen’s home, but is now devoted to food storage, preparation and serving of meals. Frank and Pam Novak were next, followed by Mike and Sharon Thain. John Meyers bought the resort in 1991. He, with Nonie’s able assistance, has been there ever since. I now have a lot more respect for reporters and a job well done. Armed with pen and paper, with or without some background information, they arrive at their destination, challenged with taking everything in at once and ultimately, deadline looming, presenting a balanced and entertaining assessment of the situation before them. Good on yer....

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Vice principal Colleen Topolovec leaves Clearwater Melody Hauser From the "Strong Start" sign on the outside door to the "Wheel of Choice" poster (containing proactive problemsolving ideas) on the inside wall, Raft River Elementary School presents a variety of visuals that reflect Colleen Topolovec's heart toward children. With this in mind, it is easy to ascertain why the students at Raft River Elementary School are responsive to her love of teaching. Topolovec has accepted the vice principalship of Dallas Elementary in Kamloops. Topolovec says, "Kids have a way of making the world more fun! Given that this is her belief

about young people in general, it is not surprising to hear what one of her students expressed about his vice principal. He said, "What can I say about Mrs. Topolovec? She's nice, helpful ... even when I'm sad. She has a nice heart. She reaches out to kids." Similar thoughts are shared by her coworkers and one added, "Before she was a vice principal, as a teacher Colleen was always the person who went above and beyond for the students." When inquiring as to what Topolovec's favourite aspect of teaching has been she stated, "The kids!" She added, "I have always admired the energy and enthusiasm they bring to learning."

Topolovec mentioned that her favourite subject to teach is any aspect of Language Arts. She also noted, "I love creative writing and showing children how important it is to communicate clearly through the written word." Topolovec's desire to broaden children's knowledge and understanding has also been noticed by her colleagues. When asked about any salient personality traits specific to Topolovec, a coworker responded, "She (Topolovec) is a visionary and sees the bigger picture. She also has an incredible memory, and can remember conversations verbatim." This is a positive attribute, particularly when working with

children. The coworker stated, "Colleen is able to put a child's best interests first, even after they've messed up. She sees the whole person ... what the person is capable of." After being asked if there is anything she would wish to say to her coworkers and the community, Topolovec reflected, "Just that I will miss them all dearly. Clearwater has been a wonderful place to live over the last 12 years." With her teaching experience, a sense of humour, and a heart to look for the bigger picture, it is easy to understand why Topolovec's coworkers and students agree that Clearwater's loss will become Sun Peaks', and Kamloops' gain

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ONGOING EVENTS ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT • Crafts & Conversations with Cheryl. Tuesdays 11:00 am to 2:00 pm at the North Thompson Aboriginal Sharing Center. Phone 674-3703 for more info. • Clearwater Farmer’s Market every Saturday from 9:00 am – Noon. For more information please call Anne at 250-674-3444. • Clearwater-Vavenby Lions Bingo: Every 2nd Tues. Elks Hall. 250-587-6269 • M&M (Mrs. & Ms.) Social. Last Sun of the mth Wells Gray Inn. 1pm: 587-6503 • Blackpool Community Hall Coffee House; Local musicians – every 2nd Fri. of the month watch for posters. Doors open 6:30 pm. Concession, $3 or 2 for $5. • Clearwater Elks Bingo - every 2nd Thurs. Elks Hall. open 5pm • Cribbage Wed. at the Royal Canadian Legion. 12:30 pm. • Little Fort Coffee House 7pm Little Fort Hall. 1st Fri of the mth Oct. - May except Nov. Bill 672-5116 • Fun Darts Fri. at the Royal Canadian Legion. 6 pm. CHILDREN & FAMILIES • Raccoon StrongStart at Raft River Elem school days Mon, Tues, Thurs & Fri from 8:45-11:45am • Raccoon StrongStart at Vavenby Elem school days Wed 8:5011:50am • Clearwater Breastfeeding Group: 3rd Wed. of every month 7:30pm @ YCS • Mother Goose - Mornings, To register call Kerry at 250-674-2600 ext 227 • Community Baptist Jr. Youth Gr. 5, 6, 7 - 7-8:30pm • Community Baptist Sr. Youth Gr. 8-10 - 7-9:30pm HEALTH & HEALING • Shambhala Meditation Group: meets every Tuesday at Forest House 6:30-8:00 pm. Info: 250-587-6373.

• Connections Healing Rooms - every Friday from 1-3pm (except stat. holidays). 86 Young Rd. No charge. Sponsored by Living Streams Christian Church. www.healingrooms.com. • Healthy Choices – every Tues 9am, 12 & 5:30pm at Skills Center. Info call Kim 674-0224 • Clearwater & District Hospice Society every 3rd Mon. Sept-Jun 10am Legion Building. RECREATION • Drop-in soccer: Tuesdays & Thursday at 7pm at CSS ﬁeld. Everyone welcome! • Bowling: Mon. 10–12pm & 1-3pm; Thurs., 1-3pm. Seniors Centre at Evergreen Acres. 674-2699 • Clearwater Sno-Drifters: Meet 1st Thursday of every month. 250-676-9414 • CNT Rod & Gun Club: 3rd Sun. of the mth. Blackpool Hall 7pm Sept. - April • Drop in Tennis: Mon & Thurs 6:30pm All levels. Double & single play. Rotary Sports Park. • Yoga Tree – Call or email Annie 674-2468 annie.pomme@ hotmail.com • Clearwater Walks – Strollers & Striders, Mon. 12:30 & Wed 5:30pm, meet at YCS. Info 250-674-7082. • Core Strength Fitness. Tuesdays. Classes at 10-11am 250-6740001 SENIORS • Wells Gray Country Senior’s Society 3rd Sun Social Meet at the Wells Gray Hotel at 12:30pm for lunch or dessert, & chat • Wells Gray Country Senior’s Society Book Club Meets the last Thursday of the month at 2:00 at the public library All seniors are welcome

For a complete list of our area’s

COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS please stop in at the Times ofﬁce and pick up your copy of the North Thompson Community Directory • Brookﬁeld Mall Clearwater • 250-674-3343 TO ADD YOUR COMMUNITY EVENT OR ORGANIZATION PLEASE CALL THE TIMES AT 250-674-3343

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WCB OFA LEVEL 1 Aug 22 8:30am to 4:30pm $90 SWIMMING LESSONS Registration is now open for swimming lessons at Dutch Lake. $50/child Session 1: July 16 - 27 (M-F) Session 2: August 6 - 17 (M-F) Please bring your child’s previous swimming report card when registering.

Thompson Rivers University - Credit Courses - ITV ENGL 2210 - Survey of English Literature, 18th & 19th Century (3 credits) Sept 5/12 - Dec 15/12

M,W 15:30 - 16:50

ENGL 2200 - Studies in Literature 1: Victorian Sensation Fiction (3 credits) Jan 7/13 - Apr 26/13

M,W 15:30 - 16:50

Please call 250-674-3530 for further SOCI 1210 - Introduction to Sociology 2 (3 credits) info. & registration. Jan 7/13 - Apr 26/13 T 18:00 - 20:50 Other credit courses SOCI 2160 - The Family in Cross-Cultural Perspective may be added within Jan 7/13 - Apr 26/13 F 12:30 - 15:20 the next month please HIST 1120 - An Intro to Canadian History (3 credits) call or watch the add. Jan 7/13 - Apr 26/13 M 18:00 - 20:50 SOCI 1110 - Introduction to Sociology 1 (3 credits) Sept 5/12 - Dec 15/12

M 18:00 - 20:50

TEL: 250.674.3530 ONLINE: www.crcnt.ca IN PERSON: 224 Candle Creek Rd.

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Civil Engineering Technologist II District of Kitimat, full time permanent - wage $36.11 $43.69, over 2 years. Civil Technologist diploma required. Reporting to the Technical Services Manager, duties include a variety of infrastructure investigations, surveying, design, contract preparation, inspection and material testing on projects related to the municipality’s water, sewer, drainage and transportation systems. Candidates should be proﬁcient in using electronic survey equipment, computer assisted design using AutoCad 3D, and MS Ofﬁce. Valid BC driver’s licence required. Submit resumes by July 25, 2012, 4:30pm, to Personnel, District of Kitimat, 270 City Centre, Kitimat, BC, V8C 2H7, Fax: (250) 632-4995, or email dok@kitimat.ca

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Work Wanted Clearwater: Attn low income seniors & persons w/handicaps. New HAFI program by BC Housing funds up to $20,000 to make modiﬁcations to your home. (Replaces the RRAP program). Call building contractor Hans Ounpuu for more info. 250-674-3875 Handyman: Residential renovations/repairs/new construction. 28 yrs exp. Barriere. HAFI program. Seniors discounts. Call Ray Semrick 250-318-5925

HELP WANTED Permanent full-time Cook (Pakistani/Indian style food) needed (1 vacancy) in a busy Clearwater, B.C. restaurant. Salary: $17.00 CD per hour. Duties include: Prepare and cook fullcourse meals, prepare and cook individual dishes and foods, plan menus, work with minimal supervision, estimate food requirements and costs, maintain inventory and records of food, supplies and equipment, clean kitchen and work areas. No education and 1-3 years experience is required. Credentials: not required. Contact: Mr. Mohammad Chaudhary (Old Caboose Pub & Restaurant Ltd.) Languages: English and other languages (Punjabi and/or Urdu) would be an asset. Fax resume: 250-674-0018.

HELP WANTED Permanent full-time kitchen helper (afternoon shift: 3:30pm – 11:30pm) needed (1 vacancy) in a busy Clearwater, B.C. restaurant. Salary $13.00 CD per hour. Duties include: Wash, peel and cut vegetables and fruit, clean and sanitize kitchen including work surfaces, cupboards, storage areas, appliances and equipment, receive, unpack and store supplies in refrigerators, freezers, cupboards and other storage areas, remove kitchen garbage and trash, handle and store cleaning products, sharpen kitchen knives, sweep and mop ﬂoors. No education and no experience is required. Credentials: not required. Contact: Mr. Mohammad Chaudhary (Old Caboose Pub & Restaurant Ltd.) Languages: English and other languages (Punjabi and/or Urdu) would be an asset. Fax resume: 250-674-0018.

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CLEARWATER EMPLOYMENT SERVICES 58A Young Road, Clearwater BC V0E 1N2 250-674-2928 Fax 250-674-2938

E-mail: info@clearwateremployment.ca • Web Page: www.clearwateremployment.ca Customer Service Employee: 3 pos. FT/PT Little Fort #0623 Room Attendants: 2 pos. FT/PT Blue River #0622 Babysitter: Casual/Clw #0621 General Farm Worker: FT/Clw #0620 Accounts Payable & Accounting Clerk: FT/Blue River #0618 Human Resources Coordinator & Payroll Admin: FT/ Blue River #0617 Front Desk Attendant: Seas/Blue River #0616 Administrative Assistant: FT/Blue River BC #0615 Line Cook: FT/PT Little Fort #0614 Server: PT/Clw #0613 Chambermaid: PT/Clw #0612 Live In Motel Manager: FT/Clw #0611 Housekeeper: Seas/Clw #0610 Labourer: 3-pos. Casual/Clw #0609 Janitor: Casual/Clw #0608 Cashier: 2 pos. FT/PT/Blue River #0607 Sales/Marketing: FT/Clw #0603 Custom Wood Furniture Maker: FT/Blue River #0602 Sales/Service: FT/Barriere #0601 Housekeeper: PT/Little Fort #0527 Café Cook: PT/Little Fort #0526 Remote Camp Cook: 30 pos./Seas #0525 Remote Camp Prep Cook/Sandwich Maker: 20 pos./ Seas #0524 Remote Fire Camp Baker: 10 pos./Seas #0523 Waitress/Waiter: FT/Clw #0519 Housekeeper: Seas/Clw #0517 Restaurant Server: Seas/Clw #0516 Home Share Provider/Roommate: FT/Clw #0509 Reservations Coordinator: FT/Blue River #0507

Server: FT/Seas/Blue River #0505 Prep Cook: FT/Seas/Blue River #0504 Line Cook: FT/Seas/Blue River #0503 Bus Person: FT/Seas/Blue River #0502 Breakfast Cook: 2-FT/Seas/Blue River #0501 Customer Service Employee: 4 pos./Seas/ Clw #0414 Barista: 2 pos./Seas/Clw #0412 Controller: FT/Blue River #0411 Housekeeper: Summer Season/Blue River #0407 Housekeeper: PT/Seas/3pos./Clw #0403 Line Cooks: 2 F/T, 1 P/T position/Blue River #0305 Volunteer Fireﬁghter: 7 pos./Clw #0205 Class 1 Driving Instructor: FT/Clw #0201 GENERAL INFORMATION • Free Workshops: Call 250-674-2928 to register • Resumes & Interviews: Go hand in hand, so the better prepared you are the greater the impression you will make to your future employer. Please drop in and our friendly staff will assist you. • Targeted Wage Subsidy (TWS): Are you currently on Employment Insurance or have you been in the last 3-5 years? If you have, you may be eligible for wage subsidy. Ask us for further info. • Funding for Skill Enhancement: Recent or active EI clients with a career plan in mind seeking assistance through Service Canada are required to book an appointment with one of our Employment Counsellors. • Blue River Itinerant: An employment consultant comes to town once a month. Next visit is August 7 If one on one appointments are required please call to set up a time prior to the drop in.

For more information drop in to 58 Young Road (above Raft River Fitness), phone 250-674-2928 or fax 250-674-2938 Operate by Yellowhead Community Services The Employment Program of BC is funded by the Government of Canada & the Province of British Columbia

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IF YOU own a home or real estate, Alpine Credits can lend you money: it’s that simple. Your credit/age/income is not an issue. 1-800-587-2161.

Vavenby Trail Rides. Beautiful trails, lots of options. Lessons available. The Shook Ranch. 250-676-9598.

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Fitness/Exercise Elliptical Trainer Canadian Tire Cardio Style ET150 in very good condition. Will trade for treadmill in good condition. Call 250-319-8023.

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Appliances Looking for broken washers, dryers, fridges, and stoves. Reconditioned appliances in good working order available at North River Appliance. Call Doug at 250-674-0079.

Support International Scouting by donating used stamps which are sorted & sold to raise money for the International Development Fund of the International Scout & Guide Fellowship. This fund pays for training for Scouters in the third world. Drop stamps off at front counter of the Star/Journal in Barriere, or call Margaret at (250)672-9330.

New Walk-in Barber Shop. Hot shaves. Located at Barry’s Treasures - side door. 778-208-9432

Never used CanoScan 210 colour image scanner. Canon. Still in box. $25 obo 250-6725113

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MacLennan Farms has young grass ﬁnished beef & lean grass ﬁnished hamburger. 250-6742449. Please leave a message.

Barriere: 10 acres on Glengrove. Paved Rd., power, phone, water @ lot line. $149,000. 250-690-7244

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Photography / Video Need a professional photographer? Portraits, weddings, special events, pet portraits, commercial. Affordable memories that last a lifetime. Seniors rates. Book now avoid & disappointment. Sorry no passport photos Jill Hayward 250-319-8023/250-672-0055

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Computer Services Clearwater Computers is your neighborhood computer store & repair outlet; all makes & models. We offer new and used computers. Other services incl: 15Mb unlimited ADSL, unlimited dial-up internet, 2.9 cents a minute long distance, unlimited webhosting, online backup, domain management, color photocopying, faxing and more. Located at #6 W Old NT Hwy (beside Supersave Gas). Ph. 250-674-1032

Misc Services Sue’s Jewellery Repairs Since 1975 - We do it all, Retipping, Sizing, Soldering. Sue Ludtke - 250-587-6357

Painting & Decorating BUDGET PAINTING, Interior, Exterior, 25% off Summer Special, Fully Insured, Licensed, Excellent References, Quality Workmanship, Senior Discounts, Free Estimates, 1(250)571-9722

Garage Sales #4 - 620 Dixon Creek Rd., Barriere. Yard Sale July 7&8. Household, tools, ﬂooring, tiles, books & misc.

Heavy Duty Machinery A- STEEL SHIPPING STORAGE CONTAINERS / Bridges / Equipment Wheel loaders JD 644E & 544A / 63’ & 90’ Stiff boom 5th wheel crane trucks/Excavators EX200-5 & 892D-LC / Small forklifts / F350 C/C “Cabs”20’40’45’53’ New/ Used/ Damaged /Containers Semi Trailers for Hiway & StorageCall 24 Hrs 1-866-528-7108 Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com A- STEEL SHIPPING STORAGE CONTAINERS / Bridges / Equipment Wheel loaders JD 644E & 544A / 63’ & 90’ Stiff boom 5th wheel crane trucks/Excavators EX200-5 & 892D-LC / Small forklifts / F350 C/C “Cabs”20’40’45’53’ New/ Used/ Damaged /Containers Semi Trailers for Hiway & StorageCall 24 Hrs 1-866-528-7108 Delivery BC and AB www.rtccontainer.com

950 Western Rugged 2-cycle generator, $120.00; 1500 W Honda 4-cycle generator, $400.00. Ph. 250-674-3517 Addition for sale. 10’ x 36’. Vinyl siding exterior, drywall interior. As is, where is. First $1000 takes it. 250-587-6151. HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper? Kenmore Dryer, $30.00; dishwasher, $50.00; 89L complete ﬁsh tank, $75.00. Ph. 250-6742319 STEEL BUILDING - Huge clearance sale! 20x24 $4,658. 25x28 $5,295. 30x40 $7,790. 32x54 $10,600. 40x58 $14,895. 47x78 $19,838. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422. www.pioneersteel.ca. STEEL BUILDINGS for sale. Need some extra storage or workspace? Alpine Steel Buildings is an authorized Metallic Builder. Kelowna company with 1300+ sold. 1-800565-9800. www.alpinesteelbuildings.com

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Business for Sale LIVE THE Dream. Harbours End Marine, 27 year history on beautiful Salt Spring Island, BC “the best place on earth!” Owner retiring, well-established business only $129,000 email: bjg_cormorant@shaw.ca

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For Sale By Owner Clearwater: 3 bdrm home, 1000 sq.ft, detached shop, 1/2 acre, fenced yd. Trutch Rd. Quiet St. $140k 250-674-1643 Clearwater. Log house for sale. 1900 sq.ft. rancher. 3bdrm 1.5 baths. single det gar. 1/2 acre. Paved dr. Fenced yd. Above-grnd pool. Furnished. $419,000. 778-208-0144.

ATTENTION COLLECTORS 1980 CAMARO, only 50,000 K on punched 305 eng. 3 spd. Needs some body work. For more info. $2800 OBO. 1-250-523-9762. (Logan Lake)

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Recreational/Sale 2010 Hidout RV, 23’, beautiful shape, comes w/TV, air, 8’ slide. Comes w/hitch. 250672-5767

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Sunset Heights Barriere, 2008 16’x66’ manufactured home. 3 bdrm, 2 bath, f/s, w/d, electric furnace, walk-in closet in m/bdrm. 8’x10’ shed. $120,000 250-672-1948

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Vavenby Primary thanks volunteers at yearend ceremonies Wednesday, June 27 was the yearend assembly for Vavenby Primary School. There was a large audience made up parents, grandparents, relatives, and school helpers present to watch the ceremony. Teacher Julie Boyes gave an introduction. In her introduction she said that the school was looking at a possible seven to nine students. The class filed in and then Cadence Busse entered wearing a graduation cap. She is the only Grade 3 student in the school and is “graduating” to Raft River School. Schoolmate Dayton Flegel presented

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9VI`U 9L_PU her with a bouquet of flowers. Boyes told the audience about Busse’s strengths and achievements over the years. She mentioned the careers Busse thought of undertaking but at this time how she would like to be an author and illustrator of children’s books. The thank you cer-

emony came next. The children had made up a song thanking the school volunteers. It was excellent. Each helper received a card made by the children. Volunteers recognized were Mary Neathway for cooking, Faye Jones for coordinating the After School Club, After School Club help-

ers Melissa Dohms, Rachel Dohms, Alexis Dohms, and Justin Stein, Dane Flegel and Erin Busse for helping with skating, Margaret Blackwell and Dawn Prince for fundraising for PAC, PAC member Cheryl Flegel, Tyler Busse for driving students on field trips, Gerri Dohms and Arlee Yoerger for the student reading with the dogs, and Val Bellows for helping with field trips and for all the extras she did around the school. The students then received their awards. Dayton Flegel earned the citizenship award,

Brody McCall got the creativity award, and Gavin Prince received the thoughtfulness award. Graduating student Busse was given the fine arts award for her wonderful ability in singing, dancing, artwork, and acting. Congratulations to you all! Principal Mike Bowden spoke next. He ended his speech asking for a round of applause for Boyes for doing such a terrific job. After that vice-principal Colleen Topolovec

gave a speech. She will not be here next school year as she is moving on to a school in Kamloops. Everyone stood up to sing Oh Canada to end the ceremony. There were refreshments put out for everyone to have. It was a great assembly and the students definitely enjoyed themselves. They were looking forward to the next day, as it was the last day of school. Then summer holidays begin. Have a great summer.

Horses work together during high water Last week, on her drive home from Kamloops, a Vavenby resident saw some horses that seemed to be stuck in a flooded part of their field. The horses appeared lost, as if they couldn’t find their way back to shore. Another group of horses noticed the lost ones, went out to them, and brought them “back home”. The Vavenby resident was quite amazed.

Wells Gray Community Forest Corporation --Requests Bids For— 3 Ground Based Harvesting and Road Construction Contracts The Contactor must: have their principal residence in Electoral Area A (Wells Gray Country), be able to conduct stump to dump logging operations and construct permanent logging roads, meet the experience criteria, and be in good standing with WorkSafe BC and the Forest Safety Council Information packages are available: July 16, 2012 (8am) to July 20, 2012 (4pm) at the: Community Resource Center 224 Candle Creek Road Clearwater, BC, V0E 1N1 250-674-3530

Bids will close on August 6th, 2012 @ 4pm. The successful bidder will be contacted by August 10th, 2012.

Vavenby Primary School student Dayton Flegel presents ﬂowers to Cadence Busse, Vavenby's Grade 3 graduating student. The school held its year-end assembly last Wednesday. Photo by Robyn Rexin

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