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The Canyon Weekly July 13, 2011

Volume 2, Issue 28

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Photo courtesy of DLRABA Thirteen boats joined two races on Detroit Lake July 9 - one race was from Kane’s Marina to Detroit Dam and one around Piety Island. All participants received a trophy by organizer Kerry Elwood and it appeared to be a record year for the event. “Seemed to me like there were a lot of poles in the air,” said participant Kim Fowler. Detroit Lake is known for its challenging sailing winds and attracts professional teams. Next event: August 28, 2011.

Infectious Bite: Tick season brings bigger threat of pathogens Local veterinarian treats potential canine Lyme Disease case, Detroit Ranger District reports “quite a few” ticks this year

In the Santiam Canyon wilderness, sometimes it’s the smallest creatures that can pose the biggest threat. One of those, the Western Black-Legged Tick, is known to carry Borrelia burgdorferi - the organism that causes Lyme Disease. Though not known to be fatal, the untreated infection can spread to joints,

the heart, and the nervous system, leading to severe joint pain, meningitis or other problems. “It’s always a little unnerving when you find them,” said Detroit Ranger District spokesperson Jennifer O’Leary. “I’m hearing that our employees are observing quite a few ticks this season.” While most

cases in Oregon occur on the northern and southern edge of the state, one recent potential canine case shows just how close canyon residents are to the disease. “It’s a good thing (the dog) had such a perceptive owner,” said veterinarian Dr. Keri Sanders on her Facebook page. The dog’s owner brought the canine to Dr. (cont’d on back page)

The Will To Survive Local entrepreneurs help bring the Santiam Canyon out of recession Independence Day comes but once a year - but is that one day truly enough to honor the Freedoms we have been so generously blessed with? We at the Canyon Weekly think not. So in the spirit of living the American Dream, we claim the entire month of July to give thanks for our Liberties. This week we reflect on our independent nature as members of our communities from up and down the Santiam Canyon proclaim their “Freedom from Recession” by starting up, or building up, their business - despite the national economic downturns.

Businesses are sprouting up all over. Flip through the advertisers of our own recent start-up, The Canyon Weekly, and you’ll find dozens of examples of individuals with passion and drive. Here’s a sample of just a few. Detroit Drive thorough the town of Detroit and it’s hard not to notice the transformation of the old motel on Detroit Ave. into the luxurious Lodge at Detroit Lake thanks to transplants Elaine and Doug DeGeorge. That was last years project. This year they opened up Detroit Lake Pizza

and Cantina, complete with Tex Mex snorkel gear. They recently opened “The foods and outdoor seating. Business has Snack Shack” on July 3rd with a full serbeen healthy enough for the DeGeorges vice menu, outdoor seating and breakfast (cont’d on page 2) to invite family from served all day. out of state to come www.SugarandSpiceBakeryTreats.com help for the summer. 711 Main St, At Detroit Lake Lyons Marina on BretenRetail Hours: Tues, bush Rd, the growth Wed, Fri, 5am-10am. is apparent the moSat 5am-Noon ment you walk in the door. In addition 503-859-3814 Mention this ad for a 16oz fresh to a full line of fishFree Local brew from Sister’s Coffee Co. ing gear, they carry everything from Delivery exp. Aug 2, 2011 flip-flops of all sizes to yard games and

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Storefront business may be more visible - but that’s only half the story “About 50% of our clients are pursuing a home based business offering a service or manufacturing,” said Allison Mackenzie, director of GROW, a non-profit that helps potential entrepreneurs fulfill their dreams.

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Mill City As you drive through Mill City on Highway 22, it’s hard not to notice the boarded up buildings and broken signs that pock this otherwise picturesque community. While there are still many thriving businesses, the loss is notable. Despite that, local entreprenuars like Ark Animal Care are blossoming. This full service veterinary hospital on Highway 22 just celebrated their first year anniversary. A blessing for the entire canyon, Dr. Keri Sanders and her staff provide preventative care, dental care,and nutritional and behavioral counselling - in addition to medical and surgical services. Downtown on First St. is a quiet revolution, a rejection of defeat from many Mill City business owners. Over the past year, Emily of Emily’s Mini Mart (left) reinvented herself and turned her second hand store into a small family run shop that sells food items and sundries such as pinatas and kitchen utensils, and now accepts both Or-

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Attention: Middle School and High School Students We Are Offering A Free Basketball and Volleyball Clinic To All Middle School and High School Students (Male And Female). On July 11th, meet at Santiam High School Gym and you will be directed where to go from there. Info: call Brenda at 503-536-5414.

Classic Auto & Tire on Lyons-Mill City Drive, the decision to expand their auto “It’s been wonderful,” said repair business from Salem to Mill City Bill Lamb of Classic Auto came from a look at what residents need & Tire in Mill City. Your local auto parts and service center and the great area they live in. Since their “The people are very Batteries - Oil & Filters - New & Used Tires success with providing new and used tires, supportive. This is a nice Fair & Friendly auto parts and all types of repair work, the 503.897.2256 couple will soon be full time canyon resi- place to have a business.” dents in the Lyons/Mill City area. “It’s been 48347 Lyons-Mill City Dr wonderful,” said Bill. “The people are very supportive. This is a nice place to have just east of Frank Lumber, Mill City a business.” Of course, not all businesses that opened recently have store fronts. “About 50% of our clients are pursuing a home based business offering a service or manufacturing,” said Allison Mackenzie, director of GROW, a non-profit that helps potential entrepreneurs fulfill their dreams. “Most of our clients, overall, site a passionate faith or a divine calling that draws them to the work they choose.” Lyons One key example is Sugar and Spice Bakery in Lyons (right). It started in the home kitchen of Sarah Smith (who shared her passion of baking and her strong Christian faith

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Local economic leaders see success coming from passion and calling - like from the creators of the newly opened Sugar & Spice Bakery retail store in Lyons with longtime friend and neighbor Bonnie Taylor.) Their treats were a hit from the get-go and they quickly outgrew Sarah’s house. Bonnie and Sarah just celebrated the grand-opening of their new retail bakery on Main St. in Lyons last weekend. They specialize in home delivery and keep regular retail hours for breakfast, too. Stayton Love of music and community are two things that drove Ken Cartwright to redesign his FM radio station into an “online only” internet streaming venue at www. kencradio.com.. After abruptly losing the lease to his popular traditional FM station, Ken quickly made the switch. Each morning from 8am-10am, listeners can hear interviews with local personalities plus northwest and bluegrass music, along with news updates from CNN and weather forecasts. Ken shares his home and business space in downtown Stayton on 3rd St. with his wife Jan, who recently came out of retirement of five years to open Jan’s Hair Care. “I was getting a bit lonely and ready to make some friends,” Jan reports. And as for Ken? “Change with the economy or die,” Cartwright quips.

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There is no charge for the concert, but a free-will offering will be taken to help the God Squad with expenses for their summer ministry trips, supplies and future ministries. All are welcome. All annuals & perennials: Buy 3, Please plan now to join us for the fun Get One Free From 10am-4pm, locals can get a taste and music on this special evening. of full-season berry jubilee at local grower Fresh to You Produce & Garden Center in Stayton. The gift shop, produce and garden retailer will have a wide variety of local 9am-noon at 236 SW Broadway, Mill berries and jam for sampling, lunch from City. Come join Boomer, Fez, Amanda, Trexler Farm in Mehama, music with Pogo and Lulu in Panda Mania - where DJ Ryan Hendricks, art & craft vendors, God is wild about you! Psalm 139. Scentsy booth, Tye-dyed clothing from Ages 4 - entering 6th grade. Bring your Karen Widmer and Why Not Wear Art - friends and enjoy bible stories, chaddar plus a Pampered Chef party at 11:00am. video, singing, crafts, games and snacks. Strawberries are winding down; order Sponsored by Mill City Presbyterian flats now for jams, canning and freezing. Church, Gates Community Church and Blueberries and raspberries are next. Mill City Christian Church. Information: U-pick options available. Fresh, on- 503-897-2802. site grown lettuce & peas, too! Stop by 41639 Stayton Scio Rd (across the river in Stayton). Info: 503-769-9682 or www.ftyp.com.

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Car Show and BBQ July 16 at Santiam Valley Grange

Ed Andersen and family have been working over the past several months to bring classic cars and local food to this Grange building repair fundraiser Saturday, July 16. Located in Lyons at 1140 E Fifth St., this is the second year for the event. As Grange member Dottie Maas said, “It’s going to be big!” Vendors for the shoppers and food for the hungry will also highlight the event - with a BBQ cooked by Steve Geisy from Gene’s Meat Market (ribs or chicken $10) and side dishes from Charlene Trexler from Trexler Farm. About 100 cars are expected to participate from enthusiasts and local car clubs. Vehicle registration is $5, starts at 9am, judging at noon. Dash plaques will be given for the first 100. Info: Ed Andersen 541-990-5553.

Please join the God Squad from Gooding First Christian Church on Sat, July 30th at 7p.m. at Gates Community Church of Christ for an evening of worship, drama, praise and puppets! The program, “I WILL FOLLOW HIM!” features lots of music, puppets, humor, drama, special effects, fun and fellowship, but most importantly, the Team will share why we choose to follow Jesus, today and every day. Directed by Debbie Morris and assisted by Kathy Lehr, the God Squad is made up of Jr. & Sr. high school students, young adults, and several adult volunteers ministering to people of all ages through music, regular and black light puppetry, drama, humor, and personal testimony. The Team’s desire is to serve as a witness for Christ with each member using his or her God-given abilities to His glory. The puppets and their human counterparts are eager to 2 DAYS ONLY: Fri., Aug. 19th 2-5pm perform and go wherever God leads and Sat., Aug. 20th 9am-3pm. 390 SE Church St. Sublimity, OR 97385 - near opens doors. the Bistro.

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Oregon Kayak & Canoe Club holds beginner class on North Santiam

Twenty beginner kayakers took the plunge Sunday on the North Santiam in a free all day class led by members of Oregon Kayak and Canoe Club out of Portland. Several local boaters from Gates and Lyons participated as “safety boaters” to help lead the team down river. The float was organized by Chris Watson, an American Canoe Association certified instructor from Portland, who is also an unofficial honorary citizen of Gates. This beginners progression class helped participants hone skills such as catching and peeling out of eddies, and fast water Eskimo rolls. Pictured: Members of Sunday’s OKCC class near North Santiam State Park.

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The Mill City/Gates Recreation Association boys 5th-6th grade baseball team (pictured below) has been pushing hard this year - and the effort is definitely paying off. Ranking third of 12 teams from around the valley, the local boys won second in the district playoffs, setting them up for State Championships starting Thursday, July 14 in Albany. Their current standings are 11 wins, 2 losses (to Cascade and McKay, the two teams who rank higher.) The Mill City/Gates Recreation Association boys 3rd-4th grade team (not pictured) ranks first of seven teams and “whomped W. Albany 10-0” in the district playoffs, said parent Stacie Cook. The Mill City/Gates Recreation Association is volunteer run. Special thanks to all the parents, coaches and donors who help make these games possible.

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Fishermen’s Bend Campground kicks off summer of FREE family fun Thanks to organizers Dan and Khrystyl Best, Fishermen’s Bend Campground is quickly becoming the place for families to spend their weekends and holidays with water fights, scary stories, safety and survival classes set to run this summer. “We wanted to get more involved in the community,” said Dan Best, the BLM ranger/camp host affectionaltely known as “Ranger Dan” (pictured below). What started three years ago as Khrystyl Best’s idea for just a few children’s programs has evolved into a federally funded summer-full event series. The most popular event is the once-a-month Scary Story and Sing-A-Long, where the legend of a Native American boy who must go meet Bigfoot requires 7-10 campground volunteers and a sound system to help with the interactive production. Ranger Dan & Khrystyl Best have also been working on a Saturday night movie - with local films about Opal Creek, Shelbourg Falls and other hidden gems. But their biggest plans are “Camp FishBend”, which stemmed from one campers thoughts about going to camp back in the 196070’s. “We’re trying to bring back old traditions like telling stories and teaching survival skills,” said Ranger Dan. Facebook (Fishermen’s Bend Campground) for info, or call 503-897-2406. Important: Campground gates close at 10pm to all incoming traffic. Please arrive before 10pm. Exit gates remain open all night. All events are FREE. July 16, 2-3pm Making First Aid Kits from Duct Tape July 23, 2-3pm Our Solar System July 30, 2-3pm Water Safety with Ranger Dan Aug 6, 2-3pm Camp FishBend: 3rd Annual Water Fight Aug 6, 9-10:30pm Camp FishBend: Campfire Sing-a-Long & Stories with Sasquatch Aug 7, 2-5pm Camp FishBend: Making a Trellis with the Twig Man Aug 13, 2-3pm Rock-O-Rama: Rock & Gem Identification Aug 20, 2-3pm Rock Painting: Make your own pet rock or creation Aug 27, 2-3pm Creepy, Crawly Day (with our “other” residents) Sept 3, 2-3pm Camp FishBend Pirate Treasure Hunt Sept 3, 8:30-10pm Camp FishBend: Campfire Sing-a-Long & Stories with Sasquatch

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A few steelhead and salmon are being caught in all river sections. It is not a situation where we have frequent bites, but that may change with river temperature and volume stabilization. Moon position and barometric pressure are also considerations. At Packsaddle last week, the river volume dropped slowly down to 1,270 cubic feet per second flow, and that increased to 1,670 cfs at Mehama. That is 3.5 feet deep on the Mehama gauge, and that is often used as the upper limit for prime time fishing. Other variables are also important, but it is noteworthy that one of the big factors has arrived. Detroit Lake is two feet below summer full level, and snow is still melting from the surrounding slopes. It looks like about 70% of Detroit inflow comes from the North Santiam arm alone. We can get the forecast from the Army Engineers site at www.nwrfc.noaa.gov/ rfc .(Go to river and hydrology and select river conditions and then enter Santiam. It is complicated the first time, but has very good short term forecasts.) Many steelhead and salmon have already gone upstream from Packsaddle and are hanging out below Minto Fish Trap. With the dropping river levels, there are more rocks to dodge. Experienced boaters know where the rocks are and how to row around them. Angling people will be excited to be able to be closer to the fish, which have fewer places to hide. Join North Santiam River Trips www.nsrtrips.com, 503-897-3301.

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Auditions for The Secret Garden Caroline Gillaspy is looking for kids K-12th grade for the August 1-6 events. Auditions held August 1, 10am at the Santiam HS Commons. Presented by the Missoula Children’s Service calls for Theatre and the SCSD. Must be avail the month of for all practices/performances (Aug. July! Call with 5, 7pm and Aug 6, 1pm). Lunch is this ad. provided Mon-Thurs. Cost $20 per student or $40 two +. 503-897-2311 Youth Benefit Golf Tournament August 6, 9am at Elkhorn Golf Course. All proceeds benefit local youth causes. $90/person or $360/4 person team by July 31, add $10/ person after. Info: Mike Long 503897-4902 mikelong@ybgolf.com or www.YBGolf.com. Ken Cartwright Free Summer Concert August 9, 6pm at Pioneer Park in Stayton. Featuring “Little Roy Lewis” and Lizzy Long. By KENC streaming comm radio and a grant from Stayton Donations needed for Hot August Cooperative Telephone company. Family Nights school supply fundraiser Mill friendly event! All ages. Info: Ken CartCity Moose Lodge is looking for donawright 503-769-2778 or kenc@wvi.com. tions to raffle off to benefit the schools Canyon Readers at Trexler Farm in in our local community - by providing Mehama: August 11 discussion is The under-privileged children with the supLathe of Heaven by Ursula Le Guin. Dinplies they need to attend. Also accepting ner starts at 6:30 or come for the discusdonations of school supplies: notebook sion which starts at 7:00. Info: Herb Baspaper (wide rule & college rule), pink tuscheck 503-859-2668. erasers, pens (black ink) & pencils, Dog Daze City-Wide Garage Sale calculators...and more. Drop off at Mill August 20 City Moose Lodge Mon-Fri 4pm-8pm or Sat-Sun 12pm-5pm. Free Summer Meals for kids ages 1-18. Wed, July 13 • 11:30am-12:30pm at Santiam H.S. 9am-12pm Beach Blast at Mill City cafeteria. Mon-Thurs thru August Baptist Church. Crafts, music & stories. 18th. Adults $2.00. Ages 3yrs to 6th grade, July 11-15. Info: • 12pm at Mari-Linn School. Mon503-536-5414 Thurs. 1pm-4pm Free Basketball and VolleyDetroit Lake Recreation Enhancement ball camp w/ Mill City Baptist Church and Shoreline Restoration Design at Santiam HS. Middle school/high Project meeting Phase I: July 23, 7-9pm. school students, July 11-15. Info: 503Phase II: August 13, 7-9pm. City of 536-5414 Detroit Mtg Hall 150 Detroit Ave N. 7pm Wii Bowling Tournament at Mill Stayton High Class of ’61 - 50th ReCity Eagles Lodge (weekly).Prizes for union Saturday, July 23, 1pm at the new high scores will be awarded at the end Gates Fire Hall. Potluck dinner at 2pm of each month. For more information (salmon, chicken & tableware provided, contact Kathy Cooper. New members/ please bring your own drinks). Group guests welcome. 897-3100 picture at 4pm. RSVP to Nancy Wodtly 7-8pm Lyons-Mehama Water District Swanson 505-897-3454, 503-897-3365 board meeting at Mehama Fire Hall or RBT@WVI.com. Golf on Friday, July Thursday, July 14 22 - RSVP to L. Larimer 503-767-0233.

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9am-12pm Beach Blast at Mill City Baptist Church. Crafts, music & stories. Ages 3yrs to 6th grade, July 11-15. Info: 503-536-5414 1pm-4pm Free Basketball and Volleyball camp w/ Mill City Baptist Church at Santiam HS. Middle school/high school students, July 11-15. Info: 503536-5414 3pm World fossils artifacts and crafts with Herb Bastuscheck. Dress code theme: European. Lyons Public Library 279 8th St. Info: 503-859-2366 6-8pm MC/Gates Recreation Assoc meets at Scout Cabin 49003 Remine Rd

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9am-12pm Beach Blast at Mill City Baptist Church. Crafts, music & stories. Ages 3yrs to 6th grade, July 11-15. Info: 503-536-5414 9am-3pm Country Girls Faire vendors, goodies and antiques at 45855 Oak Street, Lyons (by Lyons Mini Storage). Bring canned good donations for the Stayton Food Bank and enjoy coffee and cookies in the garden! Booth spaces still available ($15). Contact Deborah Miley at 503-859-2786 or visit www.countrygirlsfaire.wordpress.com. 1pm-4pm Free Basketball and Volleyball camp w/ Mill City Baptist Church at Santiam HS. Middle school/high school students, July 11-15. Info: 503536-5414 10-11pm Free Stargazing at Fishermen’s Bend Campground 5 telescopes for close & deep space viewing. Open to the public. Every Friday (weather pending) at Cottonwoods ball field in River Loop. Facebook: Fishermen’s Bend Campgound.

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New! Order Online at www.TheCanyonWeekly.com Drop Bring a few extra dollar bills. Guaranteed to be riot for all, except for maybe the Chicken. Proceeds donated to the Eagles supported charities. New members/guests welcome. 897-3100 2-3pm Making First Aid Kits from Duct Tape with Ranger Dan at Fishermen’s Bend Campground. Family fun, free. Info: Facebook or 503-897-2406 7pm 9-ball Tournament at Mill City Moose Lodge New members/guests welcome. 897-5634

Tuesday, July 19

6-7pm Social Graces Rally Obedience Dog Classes Starting Tuesdays, July 5th. A fun Rally and Obedience Class for dogs and dog owners taught by local professional trainer Linda Grace. A great way to get out and play with your four footed friend. Linda teaches beginning skills that dogs love to learn. Classes held at Mill City Scout Cabin on Remine Rd. $75 for all six weeks. Call to preregister: 503-859-3647.

Thursday, July 21

3pm Music, movement, rhythm & song with Rich Glauber. Dress code theme: inside out. Lyons Public Library 279 8th St. Info: 503-859-2366 7pm Gates City Council meeting at city hall 7-8pm N. Santiam School Dist Board meeting (Lyons schools)

Weekly Events Mondays

Free Summer Meals MondaysThursdays 11:30-12:30 at S.H.S. Commons for kids 1-18. Adults $2. 4pm-8pm Youth Center for 7th-12 grades. Air Hockey, Ping Po

ng, ect. FREE. Mill City Baptist Church. 6-7:30pm Eagles Lodge Taco Night New members welcome. 897-3100

Tuesdays

10am-2pm Quilting Club Canyon Baptist Church 446 Cedar St, Lyons 503910-4918 12pm Senior Meals Fellowship Hall, Mill City Presbyterian Church. Meals on Wheels avail. Ruth:503 897-2204 1pm Eagles Lodge Bingo Open to everyone. Mill City 897-3100 7:30pm Santiam Al-Anon for family and friends of alcoholics, open meeting, Mt. View Church, First and Main,Aumsville (across from Neufeldt’s Restaurant)

Wednesdays

10am-3pm Judy’s Art Class at Mill City Eagles Lodge. Open to the public. $10, 503-859-2213. 4pm-close Wild Wing Wednesday at Marion Fork Restaurant Wings your way (spicy,bbq,or plain) 60 cents each. 503-854-3669 7pm. AA Meeting Santiam Chapel, Lyons. 7:30-8:30pm Idanha AA at City Hall

Ball. FREE. Mill City Baptist Church. 4pm-close Tex Mex Thursday at Marion Forks Restaurant Mexican cuisine for your enjoyment. Only $9.99. 503-854-3669 5:45-9:30pm Teen Movie Night Ages 10-18 First Christian Church, Mill City. All kids MUST be picked up at 9:30pm. Free. 503-602-8742 6pm Cedars Taco Night, Detroit

Fridays

Free Knife Sharpening Fridays Gene’s Meat Market on Fridays from 3pm-6pm; Located at the flashing yellow light on Hwy 22 in Mehama. 503-859-2252. 10am-12pm Kid Zone Fun, crafts and a FREE sack lunch. Mill City Baptist Church. 140 N. 1st. St (503) 536-5414 1pm Canyon Senior Center Open Pinochle 844 South First St, Mill City 503-897-4176 7:30-8:30pm Idanha AA Mtg at City Hall

Thursdays

12pm Senior Meals. Fellowship Hall, MC Presbyterian Church, 8972204 10am-3pm North Santiam Quilters, Gates Church, all levels! 8972102 4pm-8pm Youth Center for 7th-12 grades. Air Hockey, Ping Pong, Foos

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after noticing the classic “target” lesion on the animal. The bulls-eye red ring around the tick bite isn’t always caused by Lyme Disease, but “since it is high in the list, I don’t like to take a chance....I put them on (antibiotics) if I see these....why risk it?” According to the Oregon Veterinary Medical Assoc., there were over 500 reported cases of canine Lyme Disease in Oregon in 2008-2009. For people, those numbers are far lower, but that may have something to do with how Oregon doctors recognize the disease, as well as how incidents are reported. The Oregon Health Authority reports 31 confirmed cases and 52 presumptive in 2008-2009. The median age of infected person was 42; the highest number of cases occurred in 50-59 year old females. In Marion and Linn counties in that same year, the rate of infection was .02-.07 per 100,000 people. The highest months of infection are April, May, July and August. But no one knows how accurate those numbers really are. Lyme Disease diagnosis in Oregon is based on doctor’s determination - and some Oregon residents feel that the health insurance industry is refusing to recognize local cases be-

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cause “Lyme the locally infected canine; Disease is an (right) The Western BlackLegged Tick east-coast illness.” It’s gone so far that a Corvallis state representative recently tried to pass legislation (HB 3067) to force insurers to recognize the disease. The bill stalled, perhaps based on arguments from sufferers that it wasn’t broad enough. Reporting is also difficult because often cases are categorized by county of residence - and not where the disease was actually contracted. In a 2008 study published with the American Society for Microbiology, the disease was not found in any ticks within our area; however, it was found in northern and southern Oregon counties. The Detroit Ranger District has anywhere from 35-60 people working in tick-prone areas and offers this advice for residents: • Avoid tall grasses and brush where ticks are likely to live, especially around meadows and power line corridors. • Wear light colored, long-sleeved clothing that will show ticks easier and prevent access. • Do a full body check when you get home and learn how to remove ticks properly. • Watch for the red bulls eye mark with fatigue or flu-like symptoms.