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Wam Bam Jam raises the bar

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Stepping out for kids - Page 15 ARTS

Culture Tour Page 11 SPORTS

Bronze for bowlers Page 14

Bikers put on a show for spectators at the fourth annual Wam Bam Dirt Jump Jam. Local riders Paul Genovese and Derek Vondracek took first and third place. For the full story and photos go to page 2.

Photo by Tamara Hynd

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Bikers meet bears on Coal Discovery Trail

By Tamara Hynd Free Press Staff

Jaffray singer gets nominated - Page 3 INSIDE THIS ISSUE 2013 Official

Program

July 27 - August 2 - Fernie

To Canmore

Epic TR7 - 7 Days - The Original Team of Two or Solo Cross the Rockies in a TR3 - 3 Days Solo - Fernie Fernie, July 27-29 Solo Singletrack Fun in Resort - Island Lake Lodge Fernie - Fernie Alpine Solo - Kananaskis D TR4 - 4 Days in the heart of the Rockies Remote, wild, epic rides Celebration Classic Canmore Finish Rides - Stages 2 and 5 TransFondo - Single Day 28 TransFondo Fernie - July - July 31 TransFondo Kananaskis Bikes Kids Bike Rally - Straightline am July 28th - 9:30 -11:30

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black bear and two cubs chased two mountain bikers on the trails near Fernie on Saturday.

The bikers came across the bear and her two cubs on the Coal Discovery Trail.

One of the bikers used pepper spray on the light brown coloured black bear causing the animal to back down. The bikers retreated with the bear and two cubs in pursuit.

The two bikers had just cycled past Loose Change

and were approaching the Little Chain Ring intersection. They had just finished riding Porky Blue Trail and were cycling back the last five kilometres to Fernie when they cycled around a corner and encountered two black bear cubs on the trail.

The cyclist’s dog barked, the cubs cried and the mother bear stood straight up and then charged. One cyclist had bear spray in his front pocket and discharged it in the bear’s direction.

The sow ran through the cloud and took a full blast in her face near his front

tire. She reversed direction but turned to attack again as he dropped his bike and retreated down the trail.

With two cyclists and a dog staring back at her, the sow chased her cubs up a tree.

The cyclists backtracked towards Loose Change and up to Ridgemont Road. The cyclist said it was unusual for him to have the bear spray in his pocket as it’s usually buried in his pack.

Recent bear events around Fernie had him thinking about bears so he wore hiking shorts that had a pocket for the pepper spray.

Mountain bikers’ speed

and quietness put them at greater risk for sudden encounters with wildlife and other trail users. WildSafeBC suggests bikers make noise to avoid surprising wildlife and other trail users at close range, travel in groups and carry bear spray.

“Incidents like this need to be reported to the Conservation Officer Service (COS),” said Conservation Officer Patricia Burley.

“Human and wildlife interactions and injured wildlife should be reported immediately to COs by calling 1-877-952-7277.”

A large black bear was

also seen on Ecoterrorist trail in Ridgemont and bears have been spotted accessing unsecured garbage on Brickers Road.

Cougars, bears and moose pass through community green belts regularly. It’s when wildlife starts hanging out day after day that they pose a safety concern. Food attractants such as garbage, pet food and barbecues can keep an animal from moving on.

For more info on wildlife safety visit www.wildsafebc. com.

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Wam Bam Dirt Jump Jam delivers

By Tamara Hynd Free Press Staff

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he fourth annual Wam Bam Dirt Jump Jam (WBDJJ) brought out the crowds as the bikers put on a hypnotic show on Saturday, July 22.

Paul Genovese, Liam Wallace and Derek Vondracek were the top three in the experts category.

Genovese and Vonderacek both grew up riding in Fernie.

Genovese just inched out Liam Wallace by a half point making it a tight finish.

Dylan Siggers was the head judge at the Wam Bam, along with Matt Dennis, Sean Janzen, and assistants Stew Greig and Nic Genovese.

“The best trick competition was won by Tom Vansteenbergen for his incredible double backflip, which was a perfect example of the pinnacle of dirt jumping,” said Siggers. “Double backflips, front flip supermans, cash rolls, these are all moves you might not even see at the biggest contests of the year. Spectators at Wam Bam were treated to some of the most technical and impressive tricks possible on a mountain bike.

“The park is maintained by all the kids that ride it; the watering, digging and feature design is run by the people that ride the park, and the City of Fernie is rad enough to let

Three riders catch some air.

us run with it, along with the incredible help from Thomas Dunn.”

Among the 46 bikers in the expert category were riders from Whistler and the United States. Thirty bikers entered the Grom and Intermediate category with the youngest competitors riding their pedalless and brakeless Striders, Flintstone style.

Adam Laurin of Commit Snow and Skate amplified the riders’ accomplishments with his animated and comedic emcee announcing.

Devon White won a Jackal bike frame donated by Straight

All photos by T. Hynd

Line, as decided by the judges. $6,000 in cash was handed out to competitors during the heats as well as helmets, hoodies and a brand new bike.

“Wam Bam is growing every year. It’s good to keep biking fun. More spectators are coming out; it’s good for people to see the time and effort the kids put into sharpening their skills,” said Thomas Dunn, Fernie Bike Club president and WBDJJ organizer.

All funds raised at the WBDJJ go back into the Fernie Mountain Bike Club. If you ride the trails, become a member and get involved.

together at last.

The younger competitors rode Striders which do not have pedals or brakes. The youngest competitor was three years old.

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Forty-six expert riders competed for the top prizes late into Saturday night at Fernie’s bike park.

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Jaffray raised country star scores six CCMA nominations

By Angela Treharne Free Press Staff

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ountry singer Dean Brody, who originally hails from Jaffray, has received six nominations in this year ’s Canadian Country Music Association awards.

The nominations were announced Wednesday, and for a second straight year, Nova Scotia-based Brody will go toe-to-toe with Gord Bamford, from Lancombe, Alta, who has taken the early lead with seven nominations.

Bamford has taken home hardware four of the last five years, so will be a tough contender to beat.

Bamford’s Leaning on a Lonesome Song is up against Brody’s It’s Friday for single of the year and songwriter of the year.

To confuse matters somewhat, Bamford’s album, Is It Friday Yet?, is nominated for album of the year.

Brody’s Dirt, however,

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Get caught being good!

By Angela Treharne Free Press Staff

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Dean Brody is nominated for this year’s CCMA.

isn’t. Instead, he’s got a second single, Bob Marley, in the running for songwriter of the year.

Both white-hatted vocalists were two of the front-runners at 2012’s CCMAs, bested only by Johnny Reid and his eight nominations. This year, the Scottish-Canadian Reid has two.

Brody, who was born in Smithers, and Bamford are just a few of the 130 artists and groups up for

the Canadian country music industry's most vaunted prizes, including veteran songbird Michelle Wright for female artist of the year, platinum recording artist Terri Clark for video of the year and Scotlandborn Johnny Reid for fans' choice.

Autumn Hill were also announced as one of the performers for the show, which airs on September 28. The pair will join Grammynominated Tennessee

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troupe the Band Perry and circuit veterans Emerson Drive, among other performers yet to be revealed.

The CCMAs, which will conclude Country Music Week, will be held at Rexall Place in Edmonton.

The ceremony will be broadcast on CBCTV at 8 p.m. ET with encore performances later that night on Country Music Television.

n RCMP initiative in its third year is encouraging people to try to get stopped by police – for doing the right thing!

The 'Caught Being Good - bicycle safety initiative' began in the fall of 2011 as a pilot project to address community concerns relating to the safe operation of pedal bikes in Fernie.

Concerns were raised following two incidents where citizens suffered head injuries after falling off their pedal bikes.

“The project was implemented to create dialogue in the community and effect a change in the habits of citizens by recognizing people who were actively serving as positive role models to others by demonstrating bicycle safety and wearing

properly fitted bicycle helmets,” said Cst. Dave Trenholm from the Elk Valley RCMP. “These people were sought out by members of the RCMP and thanked for their efforts to promote bike safety.”

Those recognized as being 'caught being good' were given an entry ballot for a draw held at the end of the month-long campaign.

An adult winner and a youth winner were picked from the draw.

The youth recipient received a gift certificate to purchase a new bike and the adult winner received gift certificates for an “evening out” for two.

“The program generated excitement and police witnessed increased instances of individuals of all ages wearing bike helmets and practicing safe bicycle operations in the city,” said Cst. Trenholm. “In many instances, youths

were actively seeking out police officers to discuss the program and demonstrate their awareness of safe bicycling behaviours.

“The program was well received and police and citizens expressed thoughts that the program should be expanded in the coming year to other communities in the Elk Valley.”

With this in mind, Fernie will expand on the success of the 'Caught Being Good - Bicycle Safety Initiative' pilot project by delivering the program to the community running from now until September.

The program will continue to focus on both youths and adults that use bicycles within Fernie. Those that are “caught being good” will go into a draw to win prize packages from Teck.

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January 13, 2011 Calisthenics

Tuesdays: 5:30 - 6:30 pm Calisthenics training involves any exercises performed using no added weight, and is commonly referred to as body-weight training.

Calisthenics training can be done as a stand-alone routine, or programmed into any weight loss, bodybuilding or fitness workout. It has many benefits and is convenient, and can be tailored to suit beginner or intermediate.

Work at your own pace. Drop in or Active Living Pass

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ADVENTURE CAMPS

District of sparwooD Launches new BranD Join us for “Up, Up, and Away”

PRESCHOOL CAMPS, for Children born in 2009 – 2010 (must be 3 years of age): Monday - Friday, 9:30 -11:00 am Drop in Program MAXIMUM 24 Children Stories, Crafts, Games and More! A Fun and Safe Place For Preschoolers to Come

Yours & Mine. together.

Yoga

(For Children Born in 2001-2004)

Registration: $100 per Week Monday - Wednesday, 2:15 - 4:30 pm, AND Thursday, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

EXTREME EXPLORERS July 22nd - July 25th, 2013 Youth will be able to enjoy the Fernie Alpine Resort Zipline and Aerial Playground. Note : This Week has a Height and Weight Restriction.

JUNIOR CAMPS, for Children born in 2005 – 2008: WATER LOGGED Tuesdays: 7:15 - 8:15 pm Monday - Thursday, 12:00 - 2:00 pm July 29th - Aug 1st, 2013 This class will encourage you to become familiar with what Drop In Program MAXIMUM 30 Children Youth will enjoy river rafting for the day with Mountain High River your body needs as well as offer a comfortable non-judgmental Adventures.

SEND ME A POSTCARD environment. The level of your flexibility is not a measure of July 22nd July 26th, 2013 who we are, but The ratherDistrict an opportunity to unwind isand see our to announce the OLD our WEST of Sparwood pleased Melcer. “This allows brand to resonate with our most Journeys, quests and expeditions. true potential. This class will give participants an opportunity Aug 6th - Aug 8th, 2013 launch itstonew and identity. nowTHE SKY important audience our -own READING to work with others as theyofget knowbrand and understand their “We’re (This first week— is Tues Thurs)community.”

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Drop in or Active This week features a day trip with Bull River Horseback Adventures. ideally positioned to clearly and consistently share our Sky mythology, stargazing and weather.

Living Pass A ride through some of the most spectacular scenery in the world.

community’s story,” said Terry Melcer, The DistrictABOVE of WORLDS AND BEYOND

National Lifeguard Service Officer.Aug 6th - Aug 9th, 2013 (This week is Tues- Fri) Sparwood’s Chief Administrative

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The initial results of the branding exercise include a new ADVENTURE WIND UP

logo, new taglines, community professional Auga12th - Aug 15th,website, 2013 week we materials, will have lots of windup activities including an images, posters, This trade show ads, and other

Fantasy worlds and future worlds.

August 25 - 30, 2013 Recognized as the standard measurement of lifeguarding TO THE STARS overnight camp at Fairmont.

Unlike the many brands, Sparwood’s brand performance in Canada, NLScommunity program develops a sound Aug 12th - Aug has 16th, 2013 informational collateral, as well as recommendations on understanding of lifeguarding principles, good judgment and Astronomy, space exploration, and tales set in space. not and been primarily to increase tourism or how to implement the brand as the community moves communication skills a developed mature and responsible attitude August 6 - 9, 2013 toward the role of attract the lifeguard. destination visitors. Rather, its brand development The to WSI course certifishare es candidates to instruct the Red Cross forward and begins proactively its story.

Pre-Requisites: Swim programs by focusing on how to effectively teach and is to 16 years old (by last daystrengthen of course) its distinctive characteristics, demonstrate evaluate the performance criteria set out by Red Cross.

Bronze Cross (not current) “We’re not intent Pre-Requisites: on strictly developing as a tourism a desire to continue to develop economic diversity, and Standard First Aid or equivalent (current within two years) 16 years old by the last day of the course, and successfully community,” says completed Melcer. AWSI. “But we are intent on CPR-C (current within 1 year) to continue to provide a solid foundation to increase

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Elkford brownfields getting a renewal

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with MLA Bill Bennett 1. British Columbians have embraced wireless digital technology with 96% of hydro rate payers accepting Smart Meters. Smart Meters enable better management of the electricity grid, reduced costs, better law enforcement and opportunities for conservation.

2. For the 4% who don’t want a wireless digital meter, they now have two opt-out choices - keep their old analog meter until it quits working or take a new digital meter with the radio off. Those without a Smart Meter today must advise BC Hydro

by December 1st if they want a new digital meter with radio off.

3. Those of the 4% who chose one of the opt-outs will be charged the cost of having their meter read manually plus the other costs associated with not taking a Smart Meter.

The 96% of British Columbians with a Smart Meter will not be subsidizing those who chose to opt out. More details are available on the BC Hydro web site.

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he B.C. Government is investing up to $96,000 to help clean up two brownfield sites in Elkford and Cranbrook and get them ready for redevelopment.

The City of Elkford is receiving $2,125 to help turn a decommissioned wastewater treatment facility into a community recreational area.

“We’re using these funds to get us through the final stage of environmental studies which will give us free title to the land,” said Curtis Helgeson, District of Elkford chief administrative officer.

Tembec Inc. in Cranbrook is receiving up to $94,288 to help redevelop the site of a closed sawmill.

This is part of a $1.5 million

brownfield renewal-funding program, which supports 19 projects in 13 B.C. communities.

It is helping to turn former industrial sites into usable property.

Since its creation in 2008, the Brownfield Renewal Program has provided close to $6 million for 101 projects in more than 50 communities. The funding is available to private property owners including local governments, First Nations, non-profit agencies and businesses. The program assists projects in their initial stages by funding site contamination studies and research, to develop options for site restoration and redevelopment.

A brownfield is an abandoned or underused industrial or commercial property, often contaminated and with strong redevelopment

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potential. Renewing brownfield properties can increase commercial space, create employment, improve safety, enhance green space and reduce pressure on existing land.

“Brownfield sites lower property values, provide minimal tax revenues, and impact the growth of communities.

They can even pose health risks,” said Kootenay East MLA Bill Bennett. “This funding and the ensuing redevelopment is a step toward a healthier community, as well as economic spinoffs for the people of Cranbrook and Elkford.”

The Province estimates that there are between 4,000 and 6,000 brownfield sites, including urban, rural and waterfront locations across British Columbia.

Abi Moore ran the Sinister 7 Ultra Race of 148 kms in 19 hours and two minutes, winning her first place.

By Tamara Hynd Free Press Staff

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bi Moore took first place at the Sinister Seven 148 km Ultra Race July 6 and 7 in the Crowsnest Pass.

Moore ran 5, 250 meters elevation gain in seven stages in a time of 19 hours, two minutes and 33 seconds. Last year was Moore’s first year distance running.

“I didn’t know what to expect last year,” said Moore. With more racing experience, not resting as much in between stages and cooler temperatures this year, Moore was able to improve her time from 21 hours and 11 minutes in 2012. Plus, she reached stage five, which meant climbing Crowsnest Mountain section in daylight. She started it at dusk last year.

“I stopped enough to refuel and catch my breath. Mentally I find it tough to stop because the longer I stop, the tougher it is for my body to get going again.” In total she rested 42 minutes.

“The pros are the really crazy people who don’t even stop at the transition/refuel areas. Mental strength is required more than physical strength to a certain extent.”

Moore’s favourite part of the race was “At the end of each leg knowing I was going to see my friends and family. As a soloist you really get the support and cheers of the team members as you come into the transition areas. There are more than a thousand racers with support teams cheering.

“I felt terrible during the race; you never feel good. During the race I felt the highest highs and the lowest lows.” Moore is still recovering but was biking last weekend and doing yoga and swimming.

What keeps Moore going in such a tough sport? “The accomplishment of it. It’s addictive.

Definitely I forget the pain afterwards, except losing my toenails.” Moore has lost all but three of her toenails after the Sinister 7.

“It’s quite amazing at what you can do. I couldn’t do this if I didn’t train. Train enough and you can do it. It’s not luck or body design, it’s mentally getting yourself to do it.”

Moore’s training runs vary from one to five hours, averaging 10 to 12 hours a week.

Moore’s next big challenge will be the 80 km Medium Acre race in Whistler on the September long weekend.

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Representatives discuss Elk River clean up City of Fernie forms emergency committee

By Tamara Hynd Free Press Staff

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iver cleanup was the hot topic at a council meeting in Fernie Monday morning.

There was a joint local government discussion regarding the cleanup of the Elk River with representatives from the Regional District of East Kootenay, the District of Sparwood, the District of Elkford, Teck Coal Ltd., Canfor Corporation, Tembec Inc. and the Elk River Alliance.

Representatives discussed short and long-term goals for flood mitigation in the Elk Valley.

Fernie Mayor Mary Giuliano welcomed input from all present and at times it seemed there were more questions than answers. Who owns the actual river? Does this need to be on the flood’s coat tails?

I n d i v i d u a l l y municipalities have applied for funding that is intended for recovery

of the June flooding.

The District of Elkford for example has applied for half a million in recovery costs. However, prevention and long term planning to mitigate future flooding is not eligible. “The funding is not for enhancement. It’s for recovery only,” said Dave Cockwell, Director of Operations.

The general consensus was for a Memorandum of Understanding to be created with terms of reference detailed by the CAOs with guidance from councils and boards.

“All I can commit to is taking this notion back to Teck. As a publicly traded company there are strict rules of conduct (with lobbying),” said Nic Milligan from Teck.

Canfor is happy to participate using the debris for chipping or salvageable timber. They have looked into this in the past. The cost of extraction will likely exceed the value of the product.

With climate change, experts are forecasting an increase in weather events and flooding. It’s possible that government will provide funding but they will want specific information.

Several parties agreed that a united front with a plan and a budget would be better received by government rather than simply asking for funds.

“By forming a joint lobbying group we will be able to work for the safety of our citizens in our valley,” said Councillor Joe Warshawsky.

Mapping information is available from different stakeholders so one concern is if they don’t work collaboratively it could mean duplication of costs and efforts.

“We will go in circles.

It’s going to cost money to come up with a plan so we can provide the science and data required. This is a larger problem than flood recovery,” said Councillor Dan McSkimming. “This is fresh in our minds. I’d

like to see a resolution including Fernie, Sparwood and Elkford with a dollar amount. I think we have to jump on it now.”

“We need a framework to put forth. We will need a Section 9 (to do any work in the river).

We don’t necessarily have to wait for the Union of B.C. Municipalities. We could invite the Minister (of Environment) here.

August 14 is the tentative date for MLA Bill Bennett to come survey the flood damage,” said RDEK director Mike Sosnowski.

Before anyone could commit, they had to put it to their council and board members for resolutions. Sparwood Mayor Lois Halko will take the issue to council during a special meeting and RDEK representatives will take it to the board for resolution to agree to an appointment with the Minister of Environment at the Union B.C. Municipalities conference in the fall.

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as the flood motivated you to want to make a difference? The City of Fernie is seeking a volunteer from the community to participate on the Emergency Planning Committee to monitor, evaluate, advise and make recommendations to City Council with respect to policies and strategic matters related to the City of Fernie Emergency Program.

This is a chance for you to get involved and gain experience by volunteering.

The effective exchange of emergency information with the community and, more importantly, those impacted directly by the event is critical to the success of the response.

Planning for this exchange of emergency information

between internal and external stakeholders, the community (both residents and businesses) and the media greatly increases the City’s chances of an effective response and organized recovery from an emergency event.

The committee will be comprised of representatives of Council, staff, the Chamber of Commerce, Interior Health, the Salvation Army, the Red Cross, School District #5, the Elk Valley and South Country Emergency Services Program, the RCMP, Search and Rescue and a representative from the community at large.

Review the terms of reference on the City’s website at www.fernie.ca to determine if this committee is the right fit for you. You can apply by submitting a letter of interest to the Director of Leisure Services

by Monday, July 29.

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Working Towards a FireSmart Community If you live in the wildland/urban interface your home may be at risk to wildfire. Here are some things that you can do to reduce the threat of wildfire to your home.

Home: Remove all combustibles (firewood, lumber, debris piles) a minimum of 10 metres away from the house.

Remove all dead needles and leaves from your roof and gutters.

Clean dead needles and leaves and any combustibles from underneath home openings (decks, porches) and skirt or screen those openings.

Ensure all eaves and vents are screened (attic vents, soffits).

Ensure your fireplace chimney is screened, has been recently cleaned, and is free of overhanging branches.

If thinking of changing your roofing, use a ULC Class A (non-combustible) roofing material such as metal, clay/ ceramic tile, Unicrete recycled rubber, or asphalt shingle.

Yard: Rake and remove all dead and/ or down vegetation (trees, shrubs, needles, leaves, grass) from your yard

and within a minimum of 3 metres from your house.

Remove flammable vegetation next to your house (juniper, native grasses, spruce/pine/fir trees).

Keep your grass regularly mowed or weed-whipped.

Ensure your outdoor firepit is in a safe location and surrounded by a minimum of one-metre non-combustible surface cover (gravel, concrete).

Remove flammable vegetation (grasses, shrubs, trees) for a minimum 3 metre area surrounding your propane tank.

Other: Develop an evacuation plan and ensure all family members are aware of it.

Ensure you have enough hose and sprinklers to reach the top of your roof and a ladder to install them when necessary.

Have some fire tools on-hand in a readily accessible spot (axe, shovel, water can).

For more information contact: Elkford Fire Rescue, 250.865.4020

Yoga in August

BC Day Office Closures

Looking to limber up this summer? Register for yoga classes with Victoria Gehue.

Adult Yoga (16 yrs +) August 6 to 27, 2013 Tuesdays 6:30 PM to 7:45 PM Banquet Hall, Recreation Centre $26.25 per participant plus tax (4 sessions)

Please note that the following facilities will be closed on Monday August 5th: • District Office • Recreation Centre • Aquatic Centre • Community Conference Centre • Public Works

To Register: Phone: 250.865.4010 In person: Elkford Community Conference Centre Registration closes July 30, 2013.

The Elkford Visitor Centre will be open on Monday August 5th with the following hours: • 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM • 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM

Sprinkling Regulations To promote water conservation, the District reminds residents that outdoor water use restrictions are now in effect. Outdoor water use is permitted between the hours of 6:00 am to 9:00 am or 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm.

Upcoming Council and Committee Meetings •August 12 •August 26

Regular Council @ 6 pm Regular Council @ 6 pm

These meetings will be held in the Council Chambers at 816 Michel Road and are open to the public.

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by Angela Treharne Compost isn’t glamorous, but it has everyone in the valley talking at the moment.

Environmentally conscious residents will know that composting is a great way to reduce waste, and turn kitchen scraps into something that actually helps the earth instead of harming it.

Not all the stuff we throw into our garbage cans should be buried in the landfill and we all should recognize that we need to change some things to extend the life of our landfill and reduce our greenhouse gas emissions. Roughly 40 per cent of the material in our garbage cans is food waste that can be composted.

The most cost effective way to compost is to have your own compost pile but wildlife aware residents will also know that having your own compost pile in your yard can attract animals – and having bears and cougars roaming through our yards is something we are all trying hard to avoid. Also, many residents don’t have the time or space for their own compost pile – but still would like to reduce their landfill contribution.

Having a community compost program makes sense – the compost can be taken somewhere animals can’t get to it – and if they can it is far enough away from homes to not be such a big problem.

Other communities have already embraced the idea – in Creston they have a curbside collection of compostable waste, and in Grand Forks they have a community wide project where compost is collected curbside in green bins, then taken to be processed at the landfill site.

Elkford has had a program for composting grass clippings for years and it is very popular with residents. Grass clippings can be left in the bins around town and then they are taken to a site out of town where they are dumped in a pile.

Apparently there was a 15 by 10 metre pile... until the recent floods washed it away. The compost program does not extend further than grass clippings though.

Sparwood, Fernie and the RDEK have committed to pursuing pilot compost programs, which is a great first step. Curbside collection is not likely to happen unless people show an interest. It is likely that a communal bin will be set up where people can dump their compostable garbage. If you would like to see a full program like the one in Grand Forks, make sure you let your council know, and also use the communal bin. If councils feel residents are committed to a compost program, they will budget for it.

Keep checking The Free Press for information on how the pilot programs progress and how to be involved.

Beware of log jams The June 21 flood brought summer in with raging force. The freestones in the Elk River were scoured out and redeposited, shifting the entire river channel.

Massive trees undercut by the meandering channel swept downstream are now beached and trapped on corners and shallow braids.

These corner log jams are deadly to river floaters. Imagine a group of friends on a hot summer afternoon. Dusting off their floaty toy, inflating it, launching at the end of Dicken Road, planning to drift to the Coal Creek boat launch. Flip flops threaded through fingers as paddles.

Warm sun on the front; cool Elk River moderating the heat from behind.

Round the corner just upstream of the Fernie golf course, sun blazing in your face, flushed

from a cool beverage on the shore, you notice the entire river is racing toward a pile of trees and branches tangled in a log jam. Last minute you notice the slack water in the eddy on the inside of the corner.

Frantically you kick and pull towards the shore but your strength is no contest for the mighty Elk. A fun day floating on the river turns into a nightmare. You grab onto the sharp sticks and try to scramble on top. Your floaty toy punctured and is sucked under. Unable to get out, hanging on for dear life calling for help, your friends cannot get to you because they are also in peril or meters away from reach.

Strength waning, you too are sucked under.

Lifejacket and bathing suit are tangled in the nest of branches. Pinned by a strong river current, without air you lose con-

sciousness.

Rewind – phew, what a crazy thought! This is never going to happen to me. Right? Not if you use your head. First, this summer avoid floating sections and corners of the Elk River you haven’t scouted for log jams or at least were warned about from fishers or paddlers.

Second, if floating, read the current carefully and always think about an escape route to the shore if an obstacle like a sweeper, log jam, or sharp metal object appears. Third, pick a safe section to float like from the North Fernie Bridge to the Stanford.

Have fun everyone. The Elk River is a beautiful free flowing freshwater jewel. Be safe swimming. Respect the power of the Elk!

Consider dredging Dredging may be "outdated" but it works!

As far as harming the fish, every year high water comes and changes the course of the river, creating murky muddy water the full length of the river, yet somehow the fish survive, could it be they are designed/accustomed to it?

I do not believe the biologist, environmentalist suggestions that this harms the fish or their habitat. Is it not true that after the 1995 flood the fishing was the best in years?

Dredging, removing gravel from north of Fernie to the ski hill would lower the flood levels and greatly reduce property damage and erosion of private property.

It could also incorporate the white water park channels that are being considered.

Let the environmentalists and socalled experts reply in outrage. The truth is not always popular.

Al Skilling Fernie

Lee-Anne Walker Elk River Alliance

POLL OF THE WEEK Do you think the Elk River should be dredged?

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Black Press is not responsible for the statistical accuracy of opinions expressed here.

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Search and Rescue assist injured biker

By Tamara Hynd Free Press Staff

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ernie Search and Rescue (FSAR) was called out to assist an injured biker at the Fairy Creek trails and recreation area on Saturday.

The injured 35-year-old male biker on the Swine Flu trail had gashed the rear of his leg; his girlfriend bandaged and stopped the bleeding and he was able to make his way back down the switchbacks to the power line with the aid of two

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Fernie SAR dispatched an ATV to meet the biker at the power line and bring him down to the red gate where the British Columbia Ambulance Service was waiting.

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ore people living, visiting and recreating in the Elk Valley will result in a potential increase in wildlife/human conflict. We must all work together to ensure we are not baiting wildlife into our backyards with garbage and other attractants. When out on the trails, make noise to warn wildlife and other trail users of your presence, do not litter and carry bear spray. Helping your family, friends and neighbours to do the same will result in a safer community for wildlife and people.

Recent wildlife sightings Fernie trails Two mountain bikers were charged by a black bear defending her cubs on the Coal Discovery Trail.

Thanks to a quick response and bear spray they are OK. A large black bear was reported on Ecoterrorist trail in Ridgemont and a cub was seen on Old Stumpy trail.

Mountain bikers, your speed and quietness put you at greater risk for sudden encounters with wildlife and other trail users.

Bear safety tips Bears will defend three things, their food, their young and their space.

Be prepared; look

for signs of bear activity, carry bear spray.

Education; know about your environment and local wildlife.

Avoid; make noise to warn wildlife and other trail users of your presence.

Reaction; stop, talk (ID yourself as human and not prey), stay calm, prepare your deterrent if necessary and back away slowly.

Fernie Cougar sighting reported in a backyard on Ridgemont Drive and bears reported accessing unsecured garbage on Brickers Rd. Sparwood Grizzly bear reported on Matevic Road and black bear sightings on Pine

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Elkford Black bear and two cubs reported by the Welcome to the District of Elkford sign.

Jaffray A cougar was reported stalking a hitchhiker.

For more information on keeping wildlife wild and communities safe visit www.wildsafebc.com. If you are involved in an incident with wildlife please call the Conservation Officer Hotline on 1-877-9527277.

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Mondays

• 8:30am to 9:30am – Gentle Fit Sparwood Leisure Centre • 8:45am to 9:30am – Active Fit Fernie Aquatic Centre • 9:00am to 8:00pm - Public Swim Fernie Aquatic Centre (June 15th Sept. 2nd) • 10:30am to 4:30pm – Elk Chairlift in operation at Fernie Alpine Resort (June 29th-Sept. 1st) • 1:00pm- Dominoes Fernie Seniors Drop In Centre • 1:00pm to 3:00pm- Sonrise Healing Rooms Open for Prayers 1361 Eighth Ave. Fernie • 1:00pm to 4:00pm- Public Swim Elkford Aquatic Centre • 1:00pm to 4:00pm- Public Swim Sparwood Leisure Centre • 6:00pm – Bridge Fernie Seniors Drop In Centre • 6:30pm to 9:00pm- Public Swim Sparwood Leisure Centre • 7:00pm to 10:00pm- Video Game Arcade Vogue Theatre • 7:00pm- Mahjong Fernie Seniors Drop in Centre • 7:00pm & 9:00pm- Movie Time Vogue Theatre

Tuesdays

• 9:00am to 8:00pm - Public Swim Fernie Aquatic Centre (June 15th Sept. 2nd) • 10:00am to 1:30pm- Crafts Fernie Seniors Drop In Centre • 10:00am to 5:00pm- Elkford Library Open • 10:00am to 8:00pm- Sparwood Library Open • 10:30am to 11:15am- Gentle Fit Fernie Aquatic Centre • 10:30am to 4:30pm - Elk Chairlift in operation at Fernie Alpine Resort (June 29th-Sept. 1st) • 11:00am to 6:00pm- Fernie Library Open to Public • 11:15am to 12:00pm- Storytime Fernie Library • 1:00pm to 3:00 pm – Summer Reading Club (ages 6-10 yrs) at the Fernie Library (July 9th – Aug. 30th) • 1:00pm to 4:00pm- Toonie Tuesday (Public Swim) Elkford Aquatic Centre • 1:00pm to 4:00pm- Public Swim Sparwood Leisure Centre • 4:00pmto 5:15pm- Summer Reading Club (ages 11-13 yrs) at the Fernie Library (July 9th – Aug. 29th) • Ladies’ Night at the Fernie Golf & Country Club • 6:30pm- Ladies Archery, Fernie Elks Hall • 6:30pm to 9:00pm- Public Swim Sparwood Leisure Centre • 7:00pm to 10:00pm- Video Game Arcade Vogue Theatre

• 7:00pm & 9:00pm- Movie Time Vogue Theatre • 7:30pm – Cribbage Fernie Seniors Drop In Centre

Wednesdays

• 8:30am to 9:30am – Gentle Fit Sparwood Leisure Centre • 8:45am to 9:30am – Active Fit Fernie Aquatic Centre • 9:00am to 8:00pm - Public Swim Fernie Aquatic Centre (June 15th Sept. 2nd) • 9:30am to 11:30am – Operation Art (drop in class) at The Arts Station (July 3rd – Aug. 21st) • 10:00am to 5:00pm- Sparwood Library Open • 10:30am to 4:30pm – Elk Chairlift in operation at Fernie Alpine Resort (June 29th-Sept. 1st) • 11:00am to 6:00pm- Fernie Library Open to Public • 11:15am to 12:00pm- Toddlertime at the Fernie Library • 12:00pm- Fernie Rotary Meeting Park Place Lodge • 10:00am to 5:00pm- Elkford Library Open • 1:00pm- Cribbage Fernie Seniors Drop In Centre • 1:00pm to 3:00 pm – Summer Reading Club (ages 6-10 yrs) at the Fernie Library (July 9th – Aug. 30th) • 1:00pm to 4:00pm- Hot Dog Day (Public Swim) Elkford Aquatic Centre • 1:00pm to 4:00pm- Public Swim Sparwood Leisure Centre • Mens’ Night at the Fernie Golf & Country Club • 5:00pm to 9:00pm – Summer Social & Fernie Mountain Market at Station Square (July 3rd-Aug. 28th) • 6:00pm – Trail Maintenance (Fernie Mountain Bike Club) • 6:30pm to 9:00pm- Public Swim Sparwood Leisure Centre • 7:00pm to 9:00pm- Sonrise Healing Rooms Open for Prayers 1361 Eighth Ave. Fernie • 7:00pm to 10:00pm- Video Game Arcade Vogue Theatre • 7:00pm & 9:00pm- Movie Time Vogue Theatre

Thursdays

• Morning - Little Sprouts; Kids in the EcoGarden (July & Aug.) • 9:00am to 8:00pm - Public Swim Fernie Aquatic Centre (June 15th Sept. 2nd) • 10:00am to 8:00pm- Sparwood Library Open • 10:30am to 11:15am- Gentle Fit Fernie Aquatic Centre • 10:30am to 7:00pm – Elk Chairlift in operation at Fernie Alpine Resort (June 29th-Sept. 1st)

• 11:00am to 6:00pm- Elkford Library Open • 11:00am to 8:00pm- Fernie Library Open to Public • 1:00pm to 3:00 pm – Summer Reading Club (ages 6-10 yrs) at the Fernie Library (July 9th – Aug. 30th) • 1:00pm to 4:00pm- Crooked Crayon (Public Swim) Elkford Aquatic Centre • 1:00pm to 4:00pm- Public Swim Sparwood Leisure Centre • 4:00pmto 5:15pm- Summer Reading Club (ages 11-13 yrs) at the Fernie Library (July 9th – Aug. 29th) • Night Bike Race Series at Fernie Alpine Resort (July 4th – Aug. 29th) • 6:00pm- Youth Archery, Fernie Elks Hall • 6:00pm to 8:00pm- Public Swim Elkford Aquatic Centre • 6:30pm to 9:00pm- Public Swim Sparwood Leisure Centre • 7:00pm to 10:00pm- Video Game Arcade Vogue Theatre • 7:00pm & 9:00pm- Movie Time Vogue Theatre

Fridays

• 8:30am to 9:30am – Gentle Fit Sparwood Leisure Centre • 8:45am to 9:30am – Aqua Blast Fernie Aquatic Centre • 9:00am to 8:00pm - Public Swim Fernie Aquatic Centre (June 15th Sept. 2nd) • 9:00am to 11:00am- Adult Badminton Fernie Community Centre • 10:00am to 5:00pm- Sparwood Library Open • 10:30am to 11:15am- Gentle Fit Fernie Aquatic Centre • 10:30am to 4:30pm – Elk Chairlift in operation at Fernie Alpine Resort (June 29th-Sept. 1st) • 11:00am to 6:00pm Fernie Library Open to Public • 11:00am to 6:00pm- Elkford Library Open • 11:15am to 12:00pm- Storytime Fernie Library • 1:00pm to 3:00 pm – Summer Reading Club (ages 6-10 yrs) at the Fernie Library (July 9th – Aug. 30th) • 1:00pm to 4:00pm- Treat Day (Public Swim) Elkford Aquatic Centre • 1:00pm to 4:00pm- Public Swim Sparwood Leisure Centre • 4:00pm to 5:30pm- Free Public Swim Sparwood Leisure Centre • 5:00pm to 9:00pm- Sparwood Farmer’s Market in the Chamber of Commerce Parking Lot (June 28th – Sept. 6th) • 6:00pm to 8:00pm- Public Swim Elkford Aquatic Centre • 6:30pm to 9:00pm- Public Swim Sparwood Leisure Centre

• 7:00pm to 10:00pm- Video Game Arcade Vogue Theatre • 7:00pm & 9:00pm- Movie Time Vogue Theatre • 7:30pm- Jitney Darts Fernie Legion • 7:30pm – Cribbage Fernie Seniors Drop In Centre

Saturdays

• 9:00am to 12:30pm– Jaffray-Baynes Lake Farmer’s Market, Baynes Lake Community Centre (June 29th–Aug. 31st) • 10:00am to 5:00pm- Sparwood Library Open • 10:30am to 4:30pm – Elk & Timber Chairlifts in operation at Fernie Alpine Resort (June 29th-Sept. 1st) • Noon to 5:00pm- Elkford Library Open • 12:00pm to 6:00pm - Public Swim Fernie Aquatic Centre (June 15th Sept. 2nd) • 1:00pm to 5:00pm- Fernie Library Open to Public • 2:00pm to 5:30pm- Public Swim Sparwood Leisure Centre • 2:30pm to 4:30pm- Public Swim Elkford Aquatic Centre • 3:00pm- Movie Matinee Vogue Theatre • 4:00pm to 6:00pm- Meat Draw & 50/50 Fernie Legion • 4:30pm to 10:00pm- Video Game Arcade Vogue Theatre • 5:30pm to 8:00pm- Public Swim Elkford Aquatic Centre • 6:30pm to 9:00pm- Public Swim Sparwood Leisure Centre • 7:00pm & 9:00pm- Movie Time Vogue Theatre

Sundays

UPCOMING EVENTS July

Bearspaw Contracting Charity Golf Tournament, Mountain Meadows Golf Club, Elkford 26 Couples Alternate Shot (#2) at the Fernie Golf & Country Club 27 Classic Car Show, 2104 Whiskey Jack Drive, Vantage Point, Sparwood, 12-4pm 27-29 TR3 Bike Race hosted

by Fernie Trails Alliance 27-Aug.2 TR7 Bike Race hosted by Fernie Trails Alliance 27-Aug.2 The TransRockies Challenge 28 Fernie Downtown Social hosting TRS Kids Bike Rally & Scavenger Hunt, 1-4pm 28 Avalanche City Roller Girls host Kimberley at the Fernie Memorial Arena 30-Aug. 2 Fernie Library Closed (re-opens Aug. 6th) 25-26

• 10:00am to 2:00pm – Fernie Mountain Market in Rotary Park (July 7th – Sept. 1st) • 10:30am to 4:30pm – Elk & Timber 01 Chairlifts in operation at Fernie Alpine Resort (June 29th-Sept. 1st) • 12:00pm to 2:00pm- Family Swim Sparwood Leisure Centre • 12:00pm to 6:00pm - Public Swim 03 Fernie Aquatic Centre (June 15th Sept. 2nd) • 1:00pm to 4:00pm – Downtown 03 Social (July 7th – Aug. 25th) • 1:00pm to 5:00pm- Fernie Library Open to Public • 1:00pm to 5:00pm- Public Swim 03-04 Elkford Aquatic Centre • 2:00pm to 5:30pm- Public Swim Sparwood Leisure Centre • 4:30pm to 10:00pm- Video Game 03-05 Arcade Vogue Theatre • 3:00pm- Movie Matinee Vogue Theatre 04 • 7:00pm & 9:00pm- Movie Time Vogue Theatre

August

Gallery Opening Reception for Nichole Yanota at the Arts Station, 7-9pm Porky Blue Mountain Bike Ride www. fernietrails.com Outdoor Quilt Show, Historical Village, Eureka Women’s Beginner/ Intermediate Bike Camp at Fernie Alpine Resort Fernie Bike Holiday #2, 9:30am-4pm, The Guide’s Hut Fernie Downtown Social hosting Fernie’s Got Fashion, 1-4pm

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Regular Council meetings are open to the public and held at City Hall at 7:00 p.m.

City of Fernie Contact Info: City Hall Ph: 250-423-6817 Fx: 250-423-3034 Email: cityhall@fernie.ca Website: www.fernie.ca 501-3rd Avenue, Box 190 Fernie, British Columbia V0B 1M0 Office Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

(Closed statutory holidays) After Hours Phone: 250-423-4226

EXTERNAL POSTING AQUATIC SLIDE ATTENDANT (Permanent Part Time) Fernie Leisure Services is now accepting applications for the position(s) of Permanent Parttime Aquatic Attendant(s) at the Fernie Aquatic Centre.

Key components of this union (C.U.P.E.) position is the ability to be engaging, entertaining and energetic in order to create a safe, enjoyable and welcoming aquatic environment.

Candidate MUST have the following CURRENT awards: Bronze Cross, Standard First Aid and CPR ‘C’ (or equivalent). Additional aquatic orientated qualifications will be considered an asset to this position. Must be 15 years of age or older at time of hire. Job Description available on request.

This is an unbenefitted position, without guaranteed hours, with a wage rate of $12.24 per hour. A probation period of 60 days is required. Persons applying for this position must be available to work a wide range of hours primarily including evenings and weekends.

Applications can downloaded from our website at www.fernie.ca and should be submitted to the undersigned no later than 4:00pm local time, Friday, August 2nd, 2013.

“Part-time Aquatic Slide Attendant” Cam Mertz/Director of Leisure Services City of Fernie, PO Box 190, Fernie, B.C, V0B-1M0 Telephone: (250) 423-4466 ext 225 9-master-colour-anEmail: cam.mertz@fernie.ca

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Plan your landscape to minimize water use. First, identify ‘hydrozones’ in your yard - areas needing different amounts of water. Then choose plants with compatible water needs and program your sprinkler system to match.

Fernie Aquatic Centre 250 Pine Avenue Phone: 250-423-4466

Fernie Memorial Arena 991-6th Avenue (Highway 3) Phone: 250-423-2254

For all Police, Ambulance or Fire related emergencies: Call 911

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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY Gain Experience. Get Involved. Become a Volunteer!

The City of Fernie has recently established two new Council committees, the Cemetery Committee and the Emergency Planning Committee Cemetery Committee

Emergency Planning Committee

The primary objective of the Cemetery Committee is to identify a suitable location for the installation of a monument to honour those individuals who have been laid to rest in unmarked graves and to oversee the installation requirements.

We are looking for three (3) representatives to volunteer their time and expertise to assist Council with their objective by volunteering their time to participate on the Cemetery Committee.

The Emergency Planning Committee shall monitor, evaluate, advise and make recommendations to Fernie City Council with respect to policies and strategic matters related to the City of Fernie Emergency Program.

We are looking for one (1) volunteer to represent the community at large who would be willing to share their time and expertise to assist Council with meeting their legislative responsibilities.

How Can You Apply for Either of These Committees?

1. Review the Terms of Reference on the City’s website at www.fernie.ca to determine if this committee is the right fit for you.

2. Submit a letter of interest to addressed to the Director of Leisure Services including: • General personal information (name, mailing and residential address, telephone number) and any demographic information you are willing to provide.

• Qualifications and/or related experience.

• A brief statement regarding what you feel you can contribute to the committee.

Written submissions can be provided by any of the following methods: • IN PERSON: Drop off written submissions at the reception desk, City Hall, 5013rd Avenue; • BY FAX: to 250.423.3034; • BY MAIL: City of Fernie, Director of Leisure Services, PO Box 190, Fernie BC, V0B 1M0; or • BY EMAIL: email submission should be sent to cityhall@fernie.ca The deadline to apply is 4:00PM on MONDAY, JULY 29, 2013.

Thank you for your interest in serving the civic needs of your City.

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Aqua Adventure Camps These full day adventure & swim camps include a Red Cross Swim lesson, outdoor activities, crafts, games, and supervised pool play time.

9:00am to 4:30pm Ages 7 - 12 $201.99 per week + GST Register now to book your week(s).

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Aquatic Centre LIFEGUARD / INSTRUCTOR I (Part-time No Guaranteed Hours) Fernie Leisure Services is now accepting applications for the unbenefitted position of Part-time Lifeguard / Instructor I at the Fernie Aquatic Centre.

Candidate MUST have the following CURRENT awards: • NLS Award; RC Standard First Aid (or equivalent); and CPR ‘C’ (or equivalent); • Red Cross Water Safety Instructor; • Additional aquatic orientated qualifications will be considered an asset to this position (Lifesaving Instructor, and Coaching Certification).

Must be 17 years of age or older at time of hire.

Detailed applications are to be submitted to the undersigned no later than 4:00pm local time, Friday, August 30th, 2013.

“Lifeguard / Instructor I” Part-time No Guarantee Hours Cam Mertz/Director of Leisure Services City of Fernie PO Box 190 Fernie, B.C. V0B-1M0 Telephone: (250) 423-4466 ext 225 Email: cam.mertz@fernie.ca

Boulevard and Greenspace Maintenance Public safety remains one of Fernie City Council’s primary goals and to assist Council in achieving this goal, the City is asking property owners to maintain the area adjacent to their property (i.e. boulevards, greenspace). This means keeping the sidewalks clear of bushes plant growth, and trimming shrubs and trees so they do not obstruct sidewalks, roads, or the view of traffic.

One of the barriers preventing good, clear visibility at intersections and safe sidewalks occurs when trees, shrubs and hedges from private properties overgrow into intersections and over sidewalks.

This overgrowth decreases safety and visibility for oncoming traffic and creates difficulty for pedestrians using sidewalks.

If you are unsure if the tree is a City tree or a residential tree (privately owned) please contact the Engineering Department.

Trees and hedges must be kept clear of all stop signs as well, residents are asked to trim their hedges around the fire hydrants, to allow the Fire Department easy access to locate and to connect to in the event of an emergency.

Keep us informed, boulevards, fences, walls, tree branches, hedges etc... that are restricting driver or impeding pedestrians, please contact City Hall at cityhall@fernie.ca or 250 423-6817 or use the online service request on our web page at www.fernie.ca.

Help Fernie look its best. Thanks for your co-operation

Fernie Aquatic Centre Summer Swim Schedule Public Swim Times Monday through Friday 9:00 am to 8:00 pm Saturday & Sunday 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm * At least one lane of the main pool is available during Public Swim for laps. * * During Public Swim times there may be shared use of the facilities due to organized instructional programs. *

Red Cross Swim Lessons Summer Schedule Preschool Levels & Swimkids Level 1 July 2 until August 23, 2013 Weekly Sets July 5-12, July 22-26, July 29-Aug 2, Aug 12-16 Weekly Sets Swimkids Level 2/3 Swimkids Level 4/5 Swimkids Level 6/7 Swimkids 8-10 Private Lessons Available Sign up for one or more weeks.

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Upcoming Meetings of Council (in Council Chambers)

Monday, August 19, 2013 Regular Meeting at 7:00 pm Please note that the Regular Meeting of Council scheduled for Tuesday, August 6, 2013 and the Committee of the Whole Meetings scheduled for Monday, July 29, 2013 and Monday, August 26, 2013 have been cancelled.

Thank You, Emergency Responders District of Sparwood Staff; ES; Sparwood Fire Services; Sparwood Search & Rescue; BC Ambulance Service

No words seem adequate to express our admiration and gratitude for the men and women who run towards danger to help others…

Mayor Halko and Members of Council

Notice to Bidders Sparwood Fire Department Storage Garage For the District of Sparwood

Individual contractors, businesses or companies with proven experience and expertise in the construction industry are invited to submit detailed TENDERS by which the goals, objectives and other requirements of this request may be best met.

Tenders will be received in a sealed envelope, clearly marked with the name and address of the TENDERER, the name of the Project: “Invitation of TENDER: Sparwood Fire Department storage garage” and be addressed to Jim Jones, Director of Fire Services, no later than 3:00 pm (MST), Friday, August 9, 2013 (the “Closing Deadline”), at the following address: District of Sparwood – Main Office 136 Spruce Avenue, PO Box 520 Sparwood, BC V0B 2G0 The work comprises site preparation, concrete frost walls with a concrete floor pad and drive, and construction of a wood frame garage.

Copies of the Invitation for TENDER can be obtained from the District of Sparwood Main Office, 136 Spruce Avenue, Sparwood or online on BC Bid (www.bcbid.gov.bc.ca) or at www.sparwood.ca on or after July 19, 2013.

Take part today in Canada’s free recycling program for mobile devices and accessories

Why recycle? Keeping your cell phone out of our local landfill helps the environment and supports some great causes. A small effort on your part makes a big difference, and does something positive for our ecosystem.

A few FAQ’s : What kinds of phones are accepted?

All mobile devices which connect to a cellular or paging network, including cell phones, smartphones, wireless PDAs, external aircards and pagers. In addition, headsets, chargers and other accessories are accepted.

What kinds of products are NOT accepted?

We do not accept cordless phones, non-wireless PDAs, laptop computers or answering machines.

What brands and models are accepted, and does it have to work?

Any mobile device – regardless of brand, model, age – can be donated at any collection site or through our mail-back options. Both working and non-working mobile devices are accepted.

Look for a Recycle my cell drop off box at two Sparwood locations: Sparwood Recreation Centre 367 Pine Avenue Main District Office 136 Spruce Avenue More information can be found at www.recyclemycell.ca Please clear phone of all personal information before dropping off

It is expected that the contract will be awarded by mid August 2013.

Inquiries regarding this project shall be directed to: Jim Jones Director of Fire Services District of Sparwood Phone: 250.425.0558 Fax: 250.425.4490 Email: firechief@sparwood.ca

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In 2009, the District of Sparwood joined into the Water Smart Initiative created by the Columbia Basin Trust. As part of the initiative to reduce water consumption basin-wide by 20% by 2015, Sparwood pledged to reduce consumption by 50% by 2015. To aid in this, the District has implemented a mandatory water metering program, as well as hiring a Water Smart Ambassador. The Water Smart Ambassador is a summer student acting as a positive face in water conservation to aid residents in reducing their water use through simple changes, such as using hose timers.

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A sweet and secret club the events will be themed, there have been chocolate only affairs, ‘free from’ events to cater for allergies and intolerances, even literary or movie based themes.

The concept was started in the North of England just a few years ago and there are now more than 167 clubs in the UK and internationally. Fernie is only the fourth Canadian group to be set up, and has been brought here by a British ex pat, Rachel Cline, who moved to the valley from England with her family last fall.

“I was aware of several clubs set up in my home town of Leeds, however as I knew I was emigrating to Canada I did not want to start anything new at that time, but I thought it would be a great idea to bring to Fernie,” said Cline. “It’s also a great way to meet more people and bring different elements of the population together.”

The group will meet at different venues around Fernie each month.

To find out where the event will take place you need to join the club. Email Rachel Cline at rachecline@ gmail.com or call her at 250-946-6322.

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ove cakes?

The Clandestine Cake Club (CCC) is all about baking, meeting, sharing and talking about cake. It’s a simple and sociable concept – bake a cake, go along to the secret venue, meet new people and enjoy lots of cake, and even take some home.

The ‘clandestine’ element comes from the fact that you only get told the exact location of each event a day before it takes place.

Fernie’s inaugural event takes place on Tuesday at 7p.m, however only club members will be given the location, and only on the same day as the event.

What is really great about this club is that it appeals to men and women of all ages and not just the people that like to bake; as a member you can bring a non baking guest along who just gets to enjoy the eating and chatting part.

At Fernie’s first meeting people can bring along any style of cake, but it must be one that can be shared.

Pies, cup-cakes, muffins and cookies for example are not permitted. Once the club becomes more established it is common that

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K

athy Stead is one of the artists opening up their studios to the public during the Columbia Basin Culture Tour August 10 and 11.

The Fernie artist is hoping people will stop by her Ridgemont home, and studio, to get a glimpse of her life and work.

“I am always fascinated to see other artists’ studios,” she said.

“I think it gives you a piece of who they are and what their life is like.”

Stead was an art teacher for 30 years, teaching at the secondary level in Fernie, Sparwood and Thunder Bay, Ontario.

“I have always loved art,” she said. “It’s really the only thing

I was really good at at school so my career path was quite obvious.”

She works mainly with oils and acrylics in her paintings, and enjoys exploring textures, and also tries to paint outside as much as she can. She hopes to encourage people to come out to see her studio, and the others taking part in the Culture Tour.

“It’s really friendly and casual,” she said. “Come and have a glass of lemonade and a chat. It’s the same weekend as Wapiti, so maybe spend part of the day there and part of the day visiting some local artists.”

She will give free art cards to visitors, until she runs out.

For more information on the Columbia Basin Culture Tour, visit www.cbculturetour.com

Kathy Stead at her home studio.

Photo by A. Treharne

A refreshing performance at the library

By Angela Treharne Free Press Staff

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BC Children’s performer Will Stroet entertained 95 adults and children at the Fernie Heritage Library on Friday morning.

Stroet performed songs in French and English and was thoroughly entertaining for all.

Afterwards, the children enjoyed watermelon and lemonade in the library garden.

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Stepping out to boost self esteem

Bart Zych in Fernie Thursday morning, ready to head off towards Sparwood.

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By Angela Treharne Free Press Staff

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art Zych is walking 1,100 km on his own to raise awareness, and money to help kids with low self esteem, and hopefully reduce violent crime

among youth.

Zych, from Vancouver, stopped

by The Free Press on Thursday morning right after he hit the 800 km mark on his journey, which he calls the iforCommunity project.

The walk has taken him from Hope, B.C. and will end in Calgary, with the aim of raising $50,000 for the Children's Aid Foundation, a charity that helps neglected and disadvantaged kids in Canada.

Zych arrived in Fernie on Wednesday afternoon just before a big thunderstorm rolled into town, and managed to take shelter in Rotary Park before camping at Maiden Lake for the night.

He is walking completely alone, and pushing his gear in a customized jogging stroller. He can’t carry a backpack because he shattered his knee and had reconstructive knee surgery last year.

"I left Hope on June 17 and have been walking and fundraising completely alone, and sleeping outdoors," Zych said. "I walk about 30 km per day."

Zych said he's had many ups and downs, emotionally and physically, "as I had one of my knees reconstructed last year, and one of them is not fully healed yet."

Zych, who is originally from Poland, doesn’t have any children of his own, but he believes they are the future of society, and need to be protected.

Recent events in the news — the Amanda Todd tragedy, for

instance, and the shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary in Newtown, Connecticut, were motivating factors that prompted him to undertake the fundraising venture.

“So I started looking for an organization that’s Canadian, which specifically benefits kids,” he said.

Children’s Aid fit the bill — then Zych had to ask the question of how he could support the foundation.

“I got to wondering what I could do. What can I do? Well, I can walk.” Zych said that while that may sound trite, in fact it is remarkable that he can actually do this trek — after having had surgery on both knees, only recently on his right knee.

“I can’t bike, or run,”

he said. “The surgeons didn’t even know if I would be able to bend my knee after the most recent surgery. But I ended up being able to.”

That recovery, against odds, Zych said, was another motivating factor.

Temperatures are expected to soar in coming days, but Zych said he’s going to appreciate it. After all, he spent the first nine days of his trek in pouring rain.

“I remember being in my soggy tent, in wet clothes at the start of the walk, and thinking I could leave my stuff with a farmer, go home, then come back when the weather is better to continue the journey,” he said.

“But then I thought, well the kids can’t do that. They can’t take a

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break from life when it’s hard and rejoin it later. So I carried on.”

He added that he is walking with the full blessing and support of the Children’s Aid Foundation.

He is not sure how much he has raised so far, but he said that every time he gets a donation, his phone pings. “When I hear that sound it is a little extra motivation to keep going,” he said.

“And that’s really appropriate because it shows how we all just need a little encouragement to boost our self esteem from time to time to keep us going.”

For more information on Zych and his trek, or to make a donation, visit www. iforCommunity.org.

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Tell me what you wear and I’ll tell you what kind of golfer you are!

F

ashion has always been part of the golfing tradition. Of course, the most beautiful or the most expensive apparel is probably not going to improve your score. However, a neat and elegant outfit is sure to turn heads on the green.

Over the last few years, designers have come up with several innovations in order to improve the quality of golf clothing. As well as allowing for a greater freedom of movement, the new collections use high-performance fabrics which promote lightness, moisture evaporation and protect against ultraviolet rays.

Technical fibres and stretch nylon are particularly popular.

Some designers have based their collections on classic looks, while others propose more modern trends.

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The “fundamentals” of golf!

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o matter what you want to build in life, it’s vital to have a solid base to support the completed creation.

If the foundations crumble, the rest will follow. The same principal applies to golf.

If your basics are solid, the rest of your game will go well. I want to talk here about the “fundamentals”.

shirts, pants, bermudas and skorts offer a huge variety of styles, fabrics and colours. Green, black, grey and blue remain the favourite colours for men while shades of pink, turquoise and mauve are good buys for women.

Checks and stripes are always stylish.

To brave any bad weather, outerwear for the rain and the wind are more and more sophisticated. Large manufacturers are also focusing on

They can be divided into four areas: the grip, the posture, the alignment and the swing. If one of these fundamentals is flawed, the trajectory of your ball will probably not be the one you had planned.

technology to improve the design of golf shoes. The latest models combine comfort and functionality.

These four elements should be the primary reference points for the golfer when he arrives on the practice range.

It is possible to have a weakness or a flaw and succeed in playing an adequate game. Several professional players have imperfections in their swing but succeed in compensating for this by reinforcing one of the other basic elements.

This said, golfers should never forget to respect dress codes. In some clubs the rules can be strict.

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It would be unthinkable to create a swing which would suit every golfer. We are all built differently, and all have different physical limitations. Besides, the role of the coach is to improve each element to the maximum and, at the same time, respect the limitations of each student.

It’s important to understand that nearly 99% of errors made by an intermediate or beginner golfer are due to a flaw in one of the basic “fundamentals”.

Golf is a sport of cause and effect and there is always a logical answer to every outcome. This is what makes this sport so amazing.

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he kids’ mountain bike camps have got off to a great start this summer.

The three-day camps are run through the College of the Rockies and are for kids aged eight to 13, covering bike skills in the morning and then a trail ride after lunch. There are also one day mini ripper camps for five to eight year olds. Contact the college for more COTR kids’ mountain biking camp on July 2-4. information.

Golf Results Attendance Prizes: Park Place draw: Val Emond Calalily from Overwaitea: Marilyn Bruschetta Decorative Bird Bath from Overwaites: Heather Boyd Event winners: 0-23: Kay Chesley 24-29: Sue Boyd and Kathy Jaeb 30-35: Brenda Muselius 36+: Anita Mitchell Skins: Kay Chesley (3), Sue Boyd (2), Kathy Jaeb, Arlene Bye

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It was another beautiful day on the Fernie Golf Course with 23 ladies coming out to support each other in a round of golf for fun and friendship. A big welcome to Jan Caufield who joined the morning group for the first time, we hope to see all our first timers much more as the summer speeds along. Honourable mention: Arlene Bye, Val Emond and Kay Chesley who all scored deuces on the course on Tuesday.

Special thanks goes to the Ladies' Day sponsors including: Freshies, Fernie Chiropractic, The Investor's Group, The Best Western, Odyssey/ Investia, Overwaitea, Park Place, The Tipple and Vitality Body and Mind.

Tony Servello golf tournament

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he 2013 annual Tony Servello golf tournament, open to both men and women over 55 was held on July 18 at the Fernie Golf and Country Club. There were 68 golfers in attendance.

The weather continued to hold and made for a great day of golfing. Golfing was followed by a meal and prizes for all. The overall winner for the Tony Servello trophy was Gino Guzzi.”

COTR’s bike camp on July 9-11.

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Learning about wet and wild careers

By Angela Treharne Free Press Staff

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ids got their hands dirty, feet wet and minds opened to thinking like a watershed recently.

Eight Elk Valley 11 to 14-year-olds planted 350 limber pines, contributed ideas to a wetland education plan for West Fernie wetland, contributed water quality data to the Elk River Alliance’s community-based water monitoring program, and painted and installed a rain barrel at the Eco Garden.

“Our watershed is like a giant bathtub.

When water falls at the top of the rim or mountains it collects in the bottom and drains out the Elk River at Lake Koocanusa,” said Graham Bradish from Fernie. Students experienced firsthand human activities going on that affect watershed health and then they did something to help look after it.

Plenty of fun was mixed into the learning – hiking, canoeing, swimming, fossil hunting, fly fishing,

rafting, and cycling.

Science and math skills were honed, reading a GPS, water quality testing, inventory of plants and animals, stream mapping to determine flow, compass and map navigation. The kids also got to see a moose and her two calves walking down Lizard Creek while everyone was learning about fly fishing.

“Because we were quiet and calm she walked right by, not even raising her hackles,” said Allie Dickhout, camp coordinator.

Several professionals - forester, biologist, geologist, ecologist, environmental manager, engineer, rafting guide and a master fly fisher met with the youth, introducing them to future career options, encouraging them to pursue math and science related jobs.

To register for the second camp next month, contact LeeAnne Walker at the Elk River Alliance at 250-423-1682 or at leeanne@elkriveralliance. ca.

Coal Creek Heritage Trail opens following improvements All photos submitted

Thank you to the youth who participated in the Elk River Alliance "Elk Watershed Discovery Day-Camp" for 11-14 year olds.

Special thanks to the guest speakers:

Randy Moody, RPF and RPBio, Keefer Ecological; Bob Morris, Geologist and staff; John Poirier, Master Flyfisher, Wapiti River Fly Fishers; Terry Nelson, Senior Engineering Technologist, City of Fernie; Rob Klein, Engineer, Teck Coal

Sign up for the next camp August 12-16. To see a copy of the video from July 8-12 go to www.elkriveralliance.ca To register: lee-anne@elkriveralliance.ca or call (250) 423-1682

Left to right: Pat Gilmar, Mary Giuliano - City of Fernie Mayor, Julie Kelly - Trails Alliance Manager, and Terry Nelson at the new Coal Creek Heritage Townsite trailhead.

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By Angela Treharne Free Press Staff

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he Fernie Trails Alliance recently held a grand opening of the enhanced Coal Creek Heritage Trail to thank funders and partners who helped make the project possible. Partners include the City of Fernie – Resort Municipality Initiative, TECK Resources, Columbia Basin Trust, The Fernie Museum, Tembec, and the Fernie Trails Alliance.

Trail improvements include the installation of 12 interpretive panels, new bridges, improved drainage and clearing of brush.

The interpretive panels tell the story of Coal Creek from geology, coke ovens, mine disasters, railway lines, and community life. The Fernie Museum provided archival information and photographs that bring the story to life.

The route follows the old access road and abandoned rail grades, great for walking, biking, snowshoeing, or cross country skiing. Three trailheads allow for smaller loops within the entire 9.3 km single track from Fernie.

Trailheads are located at the Aquatic Centre, Rifle and Archery Range (Coal Creek Road) or the Townsite / Old Mining site is accessed from First Creek Rd. (take the left at the bridge fork and look for the trailhead info kiosk to your left just past the corrals).

Trail Map panels are situated at each of the trail heads to provide orientation.

The Fernie Trails Alliance is proud to provide the community with continued trail improvements. For further information on this project and others, visit our website at www.fernietrailsalliance.com.

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1st Annual Charity Golf Tournament Benefiting the Construction of a Medical Evacuation Helipad in Elkford, BC

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Thursday July 25, 2013 @ Elkford Community Conference Centre 5:00 to 6:30pm Registration, Celebrity Meet & Greet, Wine & Cheese for Corporate Sponsors & Silent Auction Begins 6:30pm Doors Open to General Public: $30 or 2 for $50.00 (Come meet all the celebrities) 7:00 to 8:30pm 9:00pm

Live Entertainment by Beverly Mahood, Kenny Munshaw and Dallas Smith Elkford’s Own Coal Creek Boys playing live as well & Live Auction

Silent Auction Closed for the Evening Live Music Continues

Bryan Trottier ~ 4 time Stanley cup winner NYI, 2 time Stanley Cup Pittsburgh Penguins

Marty McSorley ~ 2 Time Stanley Cup Champion,

Friday July 26, 2013 @ Mountain Meadows Golf Club 7:30 to 8:15am Continental Breakfast Available 8:15am Golfers to Assigned Hole 8:30am Shotgun Start 4:30pm Cash Bar Opens @ Elkford Community Conference Centre 5:30pm Dinner (tickets for general public $30.00), Awards, Raffle, Silent Auction 9:30pm Silent Auction Closed for the night

Edmonton Oilers

Rob Brown ~ Pittsburgh Penguins Dallas Smith ~ Canadian rock and country singer Beverley Mahood ~ Country music singer and songwriter & co-host of CMT

Kenny Munshaw - Canadian Country Music Artist

Please join us in making this dream come true for the community of Elkford.

Registration forms are available at the Bearspaw Contracting Inc. office, online at www.bearspawcontracting.com, by emailing m.lee@bearspawcontracting.com or by calling 250-865-2327.

Sponsors

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Gold Oceanside Developments

Chauncey Ridge Food Mart Ltd. Granger Welding

Est. 1898

Leffler Law Office

Teri Cleverly

Platinum

Silver

Honourable Mention

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15,900

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2010 Jeep Patriot Sport

This mint condition vehicle offers best value for this cost. This vehicle is driven 117,000 km and run very smooth. Contact one of our courteous staff member for any question or queries you may have.

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18,900

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2007 Dodge Ram 1500 SLT T1555

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2008 Dodge Ram 1500 Sport

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19,900

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28,900

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11,900

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HAY: September 15, 1940 July 16, 2013 It is with great sadness, we announce the passing of James (Jim) Davidson Hay. Born in Aberdeen, Scotland to James and Janet Hay and raised in Esquimalt, BC. A graduate of the University of Victoria, Jim enjoyed a successful career in education at schools in Prince Rupert, Port Alberni, Faro Yukon, Jaffray, Fernie and Elkford, BC. Jim received the Star of Courage from the Governor General and the Carnegie Hero Medal for rescuing a child from the path of a train in 1968. Jim enjoyed 13 years of active retirement in Port Alberni with many hobbies, including participating yearly in the BC Seniors Games in table tennis. Jim died peacefully after a short, hardfought battle with small cell cancer of the prostate. Jim is survived by Eveline, wife of 47 years; daughters Karen (Mike), Christine (Dean), and Jennifer; and grand children Noah and Hayley. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to The Terry Fox Foundation.

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ELK VALLEY CHURCH SERVICES

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Employment Business Opportunities

June 27, 1941 - July 19, 2013

Auntie Shar was raised in Okotoks, Alberta and has resided in Fort St. John for nearly 2 decades where she was Curator of Peace Gallery North. Cancer claimed her life but her spirit will live on in all those she loved, especially her fiance Dale Berranger, her sister Gaye (Ken) Culos, her brother Butch (Mike) Coultry and their families. Shar and Dale were to have been married in Fernie, BC on August 3, 2013. Her many nephews and nieces included Luc, Meghan & daughter Kylar Coultry and L’Wren & Keith Farkas, all living in Fernie.

Memorial donations can be addressed to Peace Gallery North/Children’s Art Camp.

10015 100th Ave., Fort. St. John, BC, V1J 1Y7.

2400 donuts per hr. Trailer has full water system - sinks, hot water. Custom cabinets. All batteries, inverter & deep cycle charger (no outside power required). Professional signage. Interior has 4 coats of paint & lino floor. Everything is like new. BEST OF ALL, it’s BC Health permitted. Great profits & fun. Owner retired.

Turn key. Ready to go! $22,500 OBO plus GST. Call 250-423-3924.

THE SALVATION ARMY 741 2nd Ave., Fernie

WELCOMES YOU Sunday Meeting Morning Services

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ALL CASH Drink/Snack Vending Business Route. Complete Training.

Small Investment Required.

1-888-979-VEND (8363). www.healthydrinkvending.co LICENSED AUTOMOTIVE Mechanic required for very busy shop in Powell River, Sunshine Coast BC. Must have strong diagnostic and problem solving skills, email resume to: elmo1418@hotmail.com UP TO $5,000/mo. - Part time!

Set your own hours. Start right away. Go to: http://earndollar sonlinedaily.com

KNOX UNITED CHURCH

201 2nd Avenue, Fernie Sunday Service 10:00 am Sunday School 10:00 am Nursery Available UCW Women’s Group 1st Tues each month 7:00 pm Clergy: Jane Clarke D.L.M. 250-423-6010 www.elkvalleyunited.com YOU’RE WELCOME AT KNOX

ST. MICHAEL’S PARISH Centennial Square, Sparwood

YOU ARE INVITED! Mass Times: Saturdays: St. Michael’s ~ 7:00 pm Sundays: St. Michael’s ~ 11:00 am St. Bernard’s Mission, Elkford ~ 4:00 pm Thursdays: St. Michael’s ~ 6:30 pm Fridays: Lilac Terrrace ~ 11:00 am Confessions: Following each mass, or by appointment.

Pastor: Father Bart Van Roijen 250-425-6444

TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH 691 4th Avenue, Fernie Sunday Worship...1:30 pm Pastor Fraser Coltman

cell 250-417-5016 Pastor David Morton cell 250-417-5017 or 1-866-426-7564

SPARWOOD CHRISTIAN CENTRE (formerly Fernie Baptist Church)

1622 10th Avenue, Fernie 250-423-4112 www.mountainsidechurch.ca Sunday Service, 10:00am.

Contact Pastor Shawn Barden shawnbarden@gmail.com

436 Pine Avenue Sparwood BC V0B 2G0

TRINITY PENTECOSTAL TABERNACLE 1361 8th Avenue, Fernie EVERYONE WELCOME

Sunday Worship & Children’s Ministry ...10:30 am Wed; Fellowship & Bible Study...7 pm Friday Youth Group...7 pm Pastor Dennis Williamson Office 250-423-4114 Res. 250-423-4102

HOLY FAMILY PARISH Catholic Church 521 4th Avenue, Fernie

Parish Office 250-423-6127 Masses:

Tues. & Wed. 9:00 am Saturday 5:00 pm Sunday 9:00 am Confessions: Before 5:00 pm Mass on Saturday or by appointment Father Bart Van Roijen

CHRIST CHURCH ANGLICAN 591 4th Avenue, Fernie 250-423-6517

250-425-7787 Affiliated with the Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada (PAOC) Services: Sunday 10:30 am Wednesday Bible Study: 6:47 pm Everyone Welcome Pastor: Rev. R.G. (Ross) Powell

Christ Church Anglican Fernie

Sunday Service

8:30 am BCP

Sunday Service & School 9:30 am BAS Wednesday Service

10:00 am

The Rev Trevor Freeman, Parish Priest

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19,947*

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18,448*

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33,333*

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HIGHWAY OWNER OPERATORS $3500 SIGNING BONUS Van Kam’s Group of Companies requires Highway Owner Operators for runs throughout BC and Alberta.

Applicants must have winter and mountain, driving exp. / training.

We offer above average rates and an excellent employee benefits package.

To join our team of Professional drivers, email a resume, current driver’s abstract & details of truck to: careers@vankam.com or call Bev at 604-968-5488 or Fax: 604-587-9889 Van-Kam is committed to Employment Equity and Environmental Responsibility.

We thank everyone for applying, however we will only contact candidates that interest us.

Help Wanted An Alberta Oilfield Company is hiring dozer and excavator operators. Lodging and meals provided. Drug testing required. Call (780)723-5051 Edson, Alta.

BANNISTER Collision & Glass Centre, Vernon BC

Due to growth in our ICBC Express Repair Body Shop, we are seeking to fill the following position: LICENSED AUTO BODY TECHNICIAN 2ND/3RD YEAR APPRENTICE. Competitive Wages - Good Benefits. Preference may be given to applicants with previous ICBC Express Shop Experience. Please forward your resume with cover letter by fax or email to the attention of Bill Blackey. Fax 250-545-2256 or email bodyshop@bannisters.com

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Serving Fraser Valley & Lower mainland. Must have valid BC Mines ticket & Worksafe BC ticket. Excellent wage & Benefit package.

Attention Bryan Kirkness @ Western Explosives Ltd. reception@kirknessgroup.com

Fully Certified Fernie Based Contractor Needs: Carpenter: framing, concrete, roofing experience.

Plumber: Journeyman or Apprentice (min. 1 year).

2 Labourers: general construction experience. We offer: travel allowance, ITA Training, opportunity to get Red Seal Certification. You will be: accountable, punctual, honest, energetic.

Pay Scale: Union rates based on experience & certification. Phone 250-4230272 for appointment.

GUARANTEED JOB Placement: General Laborers and Tradesmen For Oil & Gas Industry.

Call 24hr Free Recorded Message. For Information 1-800-972-0209.

HIRING LOCAL DRIVERS to transport railway crews.

Vehicle & training is provided.

Class 4 driver’s license is required, assistance will be provided for those who require upgrade. Flexible schedule for a 24/7 operation.

F/T & P/T opportunities WINTER WAGES $19.50/HR Contact Wolf Bigge:

HAY FOR SALE small square $160/ton 250-428-4316 Call sales at 250-423-9211

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The Free Press newspaper has an opportunity for a freelance writer to cover news, sports and community events in the Elk Valley.

If you have an interest in the community, good writing skills, your own camera and the ability to work to strict deadlines, please email an example of your writing and photography to: Angela Treharne Editor The Free Press 342 2nd Avenue Box 2350 Fernie, BC V0B 1M0 Email: editor@thefreepress.ca No phone calls please.

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TransCanada is seeking talented people to deliver sustainable results. In addition to competitive compensation, we offer challenging work with diverse opportunities for your career.

TransCanada is recruiting for a Mechanical Technician based in Sparwood, BC. Reporting to the Manager of Southern Alberta / BC Area Operations, this position provides technical skills to ensure all mechanical systems and equipment are effectively maintained in accordance with our standards of performance, policies, and procedures.

TransCanada is an equal opportunity employer. For more information and to apply to this position, please visit our website at jobs.transcanada.com.

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Everything you do at TransCanada contributes to everything we do across North America.

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KRIC’s Board represents a cross-section of industries, and includes entrepreneurs, and representatives from the private and public sectors. We aim for broad demographic and geographic representation.

For more information about becoming a Director, contact KRIC at info@kric.ca by July 31, 2013.

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SPARWOOD, B.C.

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BUTCHER SHOP

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Outdoor Gear GARAGE SALE for Recreational Enthusiasts. Great deals to be had on gear and clothing for biking, backpacking, skiing, kayaking, climbing and more.

Saturday, July 27th, 8am 112 2nd Ave., Fernie

AT LAST! An iron filter that works. IronEater! Fully patented Canada/U.S.A. Removes iron, hardness, smell, manganese. Since 1957. Visit our 29 innovative inventions; Phone 1-800-BIG-IRON. Or online at: www.bigirondrilling.com CENTRAL RV. New and used sea containers. Best prices in B.C. Can Deliver. 20’ New $3800. Used $2800. Other sizes available call for pricing.

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Fernie Exchange New & Used & Pawnbrokers

Dining table with 6 padded chairs $250, coffee table & 2 end tables (glass top) $75, Blue/grey swivel chair $50 and solid wood chair with padded seat $100. Prices negotiable.

Call 250-423-6021.

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STEEL BUILDINGS/metal buildings 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-4572206 or visit us online at: www.crownsteelbuildings.ca

Apt/Condo for Rent

Tom Uphill Manor 1301 4th Ave.Fernie B.C Available Quality-Affordable and Accessible Housing Active Living for Independant Seniors and People with Disabilities.

Meal Service To Book a tour or for more information call

Julie Langille 250-278-3347

Apartments for Rent 1 & 2 Bedroom Units Furnished & Unfurnished From

$

695 per month

1422 & 1462 – 6th Avenue, Fernie Located behind the Best Western

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FERNIE - 1969 3 bdrm mobile home for sale FMHP. Newly renovated bathroom.

Open kitchen/dining room.

Large family room. 10x8 mud room. Includes fridge, stove, microwave, washer & dryer. Phone 250-423-3340.

Walking Distance to Mall

Misc. Wanted

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2010 FORD FOCUS 4DR SEDAN SE

250-865-2722 Scenic Downtown Elkford

1501-9th Ave. 250-423-6625

10’ cu ft upright freezer $259, black leather love seat $279, 3 seat Simmons maroon sofa $299, Futon metal black $189, large rocker $149, night stands $29-$49, TV stand oak overlay $75, portable Maytag dishwasher $249, full size western saddle & blanket $289, small desk $79, Roper auto washer $249, automatic dryers $99-$199, Danby spin washer (newer) $269, Danby apartment auto washer $325, large oak china cabinet $469, 3 filing cabinets $39-$79, ESKA 3hp outboard motor $249, 12 volt electric outboard motor 32 lbs $149, 3 very nice antique dressers $395-$995, good selection Gibson acoustic guitars, collectors; SJ Gibson, J-50 Gibson, MK-35 Gibson, J-40 Gibson, Martin 000XL, 08Martin. 18-20 cu ft fridges $249-$449, 2 black fridge & stove sets $595 ea, 6 drawer pink dresser $69, 6 drawer dresser $125, 5 drawer hi boy $125, 6 drawer pine hi boy $149, double box spring & mattress $125, 8 drawer pine dresser & mirror $249, 2 stainless fridges $349, good selection of musical instruments & accessories, jewelry, games, DVDs, CDs, turntables, knives, antiques, 1999 GMC Sierra crew cab 218,000 km excellent shape $4900, tuned Sherlock Manning piano & bench $525, various power tools – come in and have a look, Simmons plush top queen box spring & mattress $299, 2 single mattresses $75 ea.

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2013 FORD FLEX SEL AWD Fully Loaded

33,487*

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Real Estate Business for Sale

2009 F150 FX4 SUPERCREW 4X4

25,347*

WAS $

23,674*

NOW! $

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Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent Live in scenic & peaceful Elkford

ALDERWOOD PLACE Comfortable apartment units

1 Bdrm - $775 (& up)-month 2 & 3 Bdrm - $850 (& up)-month

Includes: covered parking, sauna, heat, lights & hot water

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Hosmer Community Centre gets a makeover

Jennifer Krotz, CBT Community Liaison, Neil Thompson, Board Chair – Hosmer Volunteer Fire & Recreation Society, Mike Sosnowski, Electoral Area A Director.

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By Angela Treharne Free Press Staff

T

he Hosmer Recreation Society will soon be able to begin renovations on the Community Hall after receiving over $60,000 in funding.

“We have been wanting to undertake a substantial renovation for some time to improve the Hall and bring it up to current health code regulations,” said Hosmer Volunteer Fire Department and Recreation Society Board Chair Neil Thompson. “The Hall was built and maintained by local fundraising efforts and we have been working hard

to save for this current renovation.”

The Society has raised $30,000 to contribute to the project.

The Regional District of East Kootenay has stepped forward with a $25,000 grant from the Electoral Area A Discretionary Grant in Aid Fund and Area A Director Mike Sosnowski says the Hall is a central gathering point for the community and the planned upgrades will help ensure it meets the needs of the community for years to come. “I am honoured to be able to support this project. You only need to look back at this past month to see a true example of how valuable the

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t’s time to gear up for the hot and sizzling Porky Blue ride.

The fourth annual Porky Blue ride will be a four hour, 26 km mountain bike ride for strong bikers, on Saturday, August 3.

All participants will receive a numbered race plate, t-shirt, dinner and beer garden ticket to the after party at The Fernie Hotel.

Sign up is online at www.FernieTrails. com, at the Guides Hut in Fernie, or late registration the morning of the event. Only the first 100 sign-ups will be guaranteed a shuttle ride up to the top of Coal Creek summit.

Registration is at the Fernie Hotel

between 8 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. The shuttle leaves at 10 a.m. and the ride down starts at 11 a.m.

Only the first 100 signups will be guaranteed a shuttle ride up to the top of Coal Creek summit Porky Blue is organized by the Fernie Trails and Ski Touring Club as a fundraiser for the Fernie trails network.

All entry fees will be used for trail maintenance. Two townie bikes will be raffled for additional fundraising.

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Hall is for this community. During the flooding, it became a coordination point for volunteers, the kitchen was used extensively, and the facility continued to be open to the community in the weeks following the flood.”

Plans are in the works to expand and upgrade the kitchen, renovate the washrooms and replace the 30-year-old fixtures with new high efficiency ones, upgrade the heating system, insulate the walls and complete some interior work.

In June, the RDEK Board approved $10,800 in funding for the project through Columbia Basin Trust’s Community Initiatives Program, which the RDEK administers on behalf of CBT. In addition, CBT has committed $25,000 to the renovation project. “This is a valuable public gathering place in Hosmer and it’s fulfilling to be able to support the renovations,” said Jennifer Krotz, CBT Community Liason. “CBT supports this project as it is enhancing an important community asset now and into the future.”

The renovations are expected to get underway within the next few weeks, “I am excited to get things going,” added Thompson. “We are grateful to CBT and the RDEK. Without their financial support, this would not be possible.”

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Did You Know?

Critical Thinking

Critical thinking is a skill that can be developed and practiced, including benefits that range from personal to global. By taking a moment to reflect and even challenge your beliefs and actions, you have already begun the process to be a critical thinker.

Facione (2010) provides “IDEAS: A 5-Step Critical Thinking Problem Solving and Decision Making Process” I = IDENTIFY the problem and Set Priorities D = DEEPEN Understanding and Gather Relevant Information E = ENUMERATE (list) Options and Anticipate Consequences A = ASSESS Situation and Make a Preliminary Decision S = SRUTINIZE the Process and Self-Correct As Needed

By practicing critical thinking you decrease your risk of addiction, job loss, financial mismanagement, violence, divorce, academic failure and even more. Acknowledging that change takes time and determination, the amount of energy you put in to change is up to you. However, investing in critical thinking benefits not only you, but those around you.

Facione, P.A. (2011). Critical Thinking: What it is and why it counts.

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ollege of the Rockies’ Fernie campus is launching the college’s Haul Truck Operator program with its first intake of instruction August 6 to 30.

The training is designed to prepare students for work in the ever-expanding Canadian mining industry and includes classroom instruction, online modules, sandbox scenarios and training on one of the college’s newly acquired state-of-the-art haul truck simulators.

The simulators are designed to parallel the real world experience of driving a haul truck in a mining environment and replicate the haul trucks most commonly used in surface mining and the Alberta oil sands.

The college was able to purchase four stationary and one mobile haul truck simulator with the assistance of cash and in-kind contributions from the federal government’s Western Economic Diversification, the provincial government’s Ministry of Advanced Education, Columbia Basin Trust and Immersive Technologies.

Director of Continuing Education, Contract Training and Campus Operations Leah Bradish said, “We’ve received tremendous interest in this

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training. Our upcoming September training in Cranbrook filled very quickly so we encourage students to enrol in the Fernie program while the limited seats are still available.”

It is not only potential students who are showing an interest in the program.

Assistance with program development through equipment donations, expertise and in-kind assistance has been received from Teck ResourcesCoal Operations, North American Construction

Group in Fort McMurray, Finning, Joy Global (P&H), SMS Equipment, Mackay Contracting and the B.C. Aboriginal Mine Training Association.

“We’ve had amazing support from industry. They are excited this training is being provided locally and that we are working closely with them to ensure the training meets employer needs,” Bradish said.

To be eligible for the training students must be at least 18 years of age, have completed Grade 12 or equivalent,

have a valid Class 5 driver’s licence, be physically able to climb into a haul truck, and take part in an interview with lead instructor Darren Hood.

Hood said, “We have packed an enormous amount of learning and interactivity into this four-week program.

It will be fun and students will leave job-ready.”

For more information on the Haul Truck Operator program, go to: www.cotr. bc.ca/haul-truck, phone 1-877-4589-2687 ext. 3442 or email emcdonald@cotr.bc.ca

Women of Steel - Back to School Supplies Campaign

By Tamara Hynd Free Press Staff

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undraising has started to fill the backpacks of kids in the Valley so they are ready for a new school year.

The Women of Steel (WS) have started fundraising for the third annual “Kid’s Back to School Backpacks” campaign. Last year they

raised $2,300 plus school supplies to fill 69 backpacks for underprivileged kids in all the schools in Fernie, Sparwood, Elkford and the Crowsnest Pass. The fundraising included placing a bin at Elkview Coal for the miners and staff to place donated school supplies. It was a huge success.

WS gauge the need for backpacks by speaking with

the food banks, women’s shelters, school staff and counselors. WS uses the class school supplies list for each grade from each school to fill up the backpacks accordingly.

The full packs are then distributed back to the food banks, women’s shelters and schools for distribution to each child.

This year WS hosted a barbecue at Fernie Ford in

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June to get the communities more involved. The more funds they raise means better quality supplies and more backpacks.

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Keeping the Terry Fox spirit alive in the Elk Valley

By Tamara Hynd Free Press Staff

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ennifer Parker is busy trying to keep the memory of Terry Fox alive as she organizes the annual Terry Fox run for Sunday, September 15.

“We are desperately trying to revive the run here in the Elk Valley and get people excited to participate in the run and celebrate this Canadian legend,”

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said Parker. The event is organized entirely on donated funds so all fundraising goes to cancer research.

There is no entry fee for the run nor is there a minimum donation.

In 1980, Terry Fox, at the age of 21 ran across Canada in what was called the Marathon of Hope after his right leg was amputated due to bone cancer when he was 18. Fox ran an average marathon distance of 42 km every day for

143 days. He was forced to stop his run when the cancer spread to his lungs and he passed away in June 1981.

“You started it. We will not rest until your dream to find a cure for cancer is realized,” said Isador Sharp, founder of the Terry Fox Run, to Terry Fox in 1980. Sharp continued to fundraise in Terry’s name as Sharp had lost his son to cancer in 1977.

Since then the Terry Fox

Foundation (TFF) has raised over $600 million in support of Terry’s cause. In 2012, TFF directed $27.5 million to its cancer research programs. The Terry Fox organization is independent, not associated with the Canadian Cancer Society or any other cancer fundraising organization and receives no corporate sponsorship.

Participants can walk or run the 2.5, five or 10 km route that starts

at the Aquatic Centre at 11 a.m.

People can register on line now and start getting pledges.

This year’s goal is to increase the participation to keep the memory of Terry and his grand accomplishments alive. If you’d like to help, volunteers are needed for the registration table and set up on the day of the run. Contact Parker at jennifercparker@ hotmail.com.

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Come out and enjoy the entertainment at our meet and greet at 6:30pm on July 25th at the Elkford Conference Centre!

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Admission price:

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2013 Official Program

July 27 - August 2 - Fernie To Canmore TR7 - 7 Days - The Original Epic Cross the Rockies in a Team of Two or Solo TR3 - 3 Days Solo - Fernie Solo Singletrack Fun in Fernie, July 27-29 Fernie - Fernie Alpine Resort - Island Lake Lodge D TR4 - 4 Days Solo - Kananaskis Remote, wild, epic rides in the heart of the Rockies Classic Canmore Finish Celebration TransFondo - Single Day Rides - Stages 2 and 5 TransFondo Fernie - July 28 TransFondo Kananaskis - July 31 Kids Bike Rally - Straightline Bikes July 28th - 9:30 -11:30 am

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RIDE Congratulations contenders!

We wish all the competitors good luck as they embark upon the exciting adventure of this year’s Transrockies Challenge.

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Good Luck to all Competitors and Welcome to Fernie!

Welcome to the 2013 TransRockies in Fernie

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n behalf of Council and staff of the City of Fernie I extend greetings and a warm welcome to all competitors, support staff, families, media journalists and visitors of the TransRockies Race Series.

This event always stirs emotion as competitors line Victoria Avenue to create a vision of colour as they begin a physical and mental trial of endurance and strength.

Fernie is proud to host the greatest mountain biking event in the world. We also boast to have the finest mountain bike trail network available and that is one of the reasons why Fernie has been able to continuously host this remarkable challenge since it first began 12 years ago.

Local support from business, competitors and spectators has permitted this event to grow into several stages that allow biking enthusiasts with varying levels of interest and strength to participate in this most exhilarating challenge.

Explore Fernie with your mobile phone. A convenient way to find information on Fernie events, lodging, activities, deals, shopping, dining and much more.

Special Thanks go to organizer Dan Savage and his team, the official sponsors and all of the volunteers that make this event possible.

The City of Fernie is pleased to support and be the hosting City once again for this superb event.

Visitors enjoy your time here; make sure to check out our unique shops and restaurants, our excellent Aquatic Centre and the many amenities our town offers.

Good Luck to all competitors.

Mary Giuliano Mayor

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TransRockies Challenge XII – July 27-August 2, 2013 – Official Schedule of Events

Registration Registration Location Race Office Open Race Office Location Breakfast Breakfast location Extra Luggage & Bike Box Drop Off Luggage & Bike Box Drop Off Location Race Bag Drop Race Bag Drop Location Bus Transfer to Start Call to Start Race Start Start Location Finish Location First Racers Finish (estimate) Latest Finish Camp Location Opening Ceremonies and Briefing Opening Ceremonies Location Opening Participant Briefing Opening Participant Briefing Location Dinner and Ceremonies Location Dinner Begins Awards Presentation Next Day Course Briefing Pictures of the Day (photo)

Stage 0 Friday, July 26

Stage 1 Saturday, July 27

Stage 2 Sunday, July 28

Stage 3 Monday, July 29

Stage 4 Tuesday, July 30

Stage 5 Wednesday, July 31

Stage 6 Thursday, August 1

Stage 7 Friday, August 2

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7:00 AM - 8:30 AM Fernie Community Ctr. 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Fernie Victoria Ave. N/A On Your Own N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 8:30 AM 9:00 AM Fernie Victoria Ave. Fernie Victoria Ave. 11:00 AM 5:00 PM N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A Fernie Community Ctr. 6:00 PM 7:30 PM 8:00 PM 8:10 PM

N/A N/A 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Fernie Victoria Ave. 6:30 AM - 8:30 AM Fernie Community Ctr. N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 8:30 AM 9:00 AM Fernie Victoria Ave. Fernie Victoria Ave. 11:30 AM 5:00 PM N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A Fernie Community Ctr. 6:00 PM 7:30 PM 8:00 PM 8:10 PM

N/A N/A 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Fernie Alpine Resort 6:30AM - 8:30 AM Fernie Community Ctr. 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Fernie Community Ctr. N/A N/A N/A 8:30 AM 9:00 AM Fernie Alpine Resort Fernie Alpine Resort 11:00 AM 5:00 PM N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A Fernie Community Ctr. 6:00 PM 7:30 PM 8:05 PM 8:15 PM

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Blairmore Main Street 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Blairmore Main Street 6:30 - 8:30 AM Fernie Community Ctr. 7:00 AM - 9:00 AM Fernie Community Ctr. 7:00 AM - 9:00 AM Fernie Community Ctr. 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM 11:30 AM 12:00 PM Blairmore, AB Main Street Blairmore, AB Main Street 2:00 PM 6:00 PM Blairmore, 19th Ave N/A N/A 11:15 AM Blairmore, AB Main Street Blairmore Sports Fields 6:00 PM 7:30 PM 8:00 PM 8:10 PM

N/A N/A 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Blairmore Main Street 6:30AM - 8:30 AM Blairmore Sports Fields 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Blairmore Sports Fields N/A N/A N/A 8:40 AM 9:00 AM Blairmore, AB Main Street Blairmore, AB Main Street 12:00 PM 5:00 PM Blairmore, 19th Ave N/A N/A N/A N/A Blairmore Sports Fields 6:00 PM 7:30 PM 8:00 PM 8:10 PM

N/A N/A 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Pine Grove - Rafter 6 Ranch 5:30 AM - 7:30 AM Blairmore Sports Fields 6:00 AM - 7:30 AM Blairmore Sports Fields 6:00 AM - 7:30 AM Blairmore Sports Fields 7:30 AM - 11:00 AM 11:30 AM 12:00 AM Pine Grove Campground Rafter Six Ranch 2:30 PM 6:00 PM Rafter Six Ranch N/A N/A N/A N/A Rafter Six Ranch 6:00 PM 7:30 PM 8:00 PM 8:10 PM

N/A N/A 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Canmore Main Street 6:30AM - 8:00 PM Rafter Six Ranch Pickup: 11 AM - 5 PM Radisson Hotel 7:30 - 8:30 AM Rafter Six Ranch 8:30 AM 9:40 AM 10:00 AM Deadmans Flats Canmore Main Street 12:00PM 4:00 PM N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A Radisson Hotel 6:00 PM 7:30 PM N/A 8:30 PM

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Kids’ Bike Rally

by Nicole Liebermann

Event Overview:

The training wheels will be coming off for the seventh annual kids’ bike rally as part of the TransRockies.

When 300 riders from 20 countries roll up to the start line in Fernie, they will be facing the beginning of a mountain bike ride, which includes more single track than ever. At the same time, kids aged 3 to 9 will be facing a fun and educational bike rally around Fernie’s downtown on Sunday morning.

Activities on the rally include a bike check and a chance to accessorize and decorate your ride at Straightline and Fernie Heritage Library, bike safety information at Fernie Fire Department, nutrition and hydration information at Overwaitea, plus crafts and face painting at Freshies.

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This completely free mini-rally has been a great success over the last few years and will again add to the festivities surrounding the TransRockies. Start times are every half hour beginning at 9:30 a.m. and ending at 11:30 a.m. The rally route takes about one hour and all children must be accompanied by a parent.

Registration is at Straightline Bikes in downtown Fernie.

Sunday, July 29, 2012 9:30 am – 12:30 am Victoria Avenue

Children ages 3-9 and their parents

Registration: Straightline Bikes

Rally Route:

Start #1– Straightline – Equipment check and fun accessories Checkpoint #2 – Fernie Library – Bike decoration Checkpoint #3 – Fire Station – Bike safety information Checkpoint #4 – Overwaitea – Nutrition and hydration information Finish #5 – Freshies – Crafts, face painting, and PT the Clown.

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