The Observer August 14, 2025 by Carlyle Observer

Saskatchewan women’s softball team wins a 3-peat Canadian Championship

Courtesy of Sherri Solomko

Carnduff’s Steelers are the first Saskatchewan-based team to ever win Softball Canada Women’s A title three years in a row.

Players from the team were chosen for the event’s all-star awards and included Carmen Hughes, awarded all-star infield; Deanna Gerrard was named all-star catcher and Jordie Chartrand was named top pitcher of the championship event.

The Steelers were dominant, going 6-0 in round-robin play,

setting them up for playoffs.

The team defeated Quebec in the final game by a score of 6-0.

The Saskatchewan women’s team showcased their talent and desire to repeat as women’s A Canadian champion, winning the 1 vs 2 game and the final.

The Steelers opened the tournament with a 6-2 victory over the Saskatoon Prairie Pirates. Katie Korstrom struck out 12 batters in the victory. The Steelers then beat Quebec 5-2 in the first of three meetings between the two teams. Mackenzie Roach went 3-for-3, including a home run, in the victory.

The Steelers continued to roll July 31 with a 5-1 win over Ontario’s Oakville Angels, the team the Steelers defeated in the national final the previous two years. Gerrard went 3-3 in the victory. Their other game July 31 was a 6-2 win over another Saskatchewan team, the host Saskatoon Stealth.

The Steelers wrapped up the round robin with two more convincing victories. The first was a 13-3 win over the Saskatoon Tigers – the fourth Saskatchewan team entered. Hughes had three hits and drove in four runs. Their final round-robin game

was a 9-2 victory over Alberta’s Red Deer Bandits; Gerard was strong again with three hits, including a home run.

The Steelers advanced to the 1-2 playoff game against Quebec. The Steelers won that game as well, 6-1, to reach the final. Quebec recovered to defeat the host Stealth 2-0 in the semifinal, so the Steelers and Quebec met again in the final. Chartrand struck out 13 batters and gave up just three hits to blank Quebec.

The Saskatoon Stealth earned a bronze medal at the women’s championship.

The first Saskatchewan based team to win a Canadian Women’s A Softball Championship three years in a row, South East Steelers captured the title in Saskatoon on August 3. Courtesy of Jana Mason

Your first stop to find events happening in our community!

August

Tues, Aug 19, 26 – Kenosee Lake Bingo

– see Classified Page

Sun, Aug 17 - Red Market Barn, Kenosee Lake

– Old Habits (subject to change)

Sun, Aug 17 – Red Market Barn, Kenosee Lake

– Garden Party (subject to change)

Wed, Aug 20 – Rusty Relics Museum –Operation Lifesaver – prevent collisions

Sun, Aug 24 – Red market Barn, Kenosee Lake

– Old Habits (subject to change)

September

Wed, Sept 10 – Arcola Hospital Retention & Recruitment committee public BBQ

Sat, Sept 27 – Fall Supper – Arcola 2026

Tues to Sat - Mar 25 -29

– 125th Arcola Curling Club Bonspiel

Mother Nature couldn’t stop Oxbow’s Classic Car Show

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By Paul Kimball

Unfortunately, the weather prevented the Oxbow Classic Car Show on August 9th from living up to its full billing this year.

In previous years, up to 25 owners have shown off their classic vehicles. But with the rain, many chose to keep their vehicles under wraps this year, resulting in about a dozen braving the elements to put their prized possessions on display.

And as the rain continued to come down, some of those left early, not wanting to have the interiors of their vehicles spoiled. After all…these classics do have to be babied, you know.

One of the exhibits was the

snow plane, The Delivery Wagon. Its owners and restorers, Darrell Hunter and Lisl Gunderman have been taking it to various locations throughout this summer. People come to see it, not just because of its uniqueness or even its history, but because many have emotional and sentimental memories connected to it. It was used by Dr. Gerry Galloway (Lisl’s grandfather) to make winter house calls in the 1940’s and 1950’s. Wherever they go with it, they find people whose lives were touched by it.

That was the case again at Oxbow’s car show, even though much of The Delivery Wagon had to be kept covered to protect it from the rain. But the trailer, a portable museum, made the at-

Another vehicle that remained for the duration of the show was Paul Thompson’s 1949 Ford Rat Rod, Archie & Son. Formerly used as a grain truck, it was given to him by the son of Archie & Son, (Drew) after having been abandoned in a field. Thompson has restored it, replacing the old engine with a diesel engine. It still looks very old and used, but it is very practical. His wife really enjoys travelling around in it, so the two of them take it out for a drive from time to time. Although the show didn’t match the previous years’ versions, those who braved the elements enjoyed what they saw…and the reminiscing that went hand-in hand with what their eyes took in.

Paul Thompson with his restored Rat Rod, Archie & Son. Photo by Paul Kimball

By Stephanie Zoer

Residents of the Lampman Community Health Centre and St. Joseph’s Special Care Home are always looking for something to do. Recently they received books that will fill their time.

Stephanie Dayman, from Arcola, is a teacher and she loves books. She had seen a fundraiser for a young child, Everly Brownlee in Carlyle, who was having an online book order to help her get books to help pass the time during her medical appointments.

The online book party is similar to a Tupperware party and a Pamper Chef’s party, the more that is sold, the more free items are received. Dayman ap-

proached Jesse Palmer who now helps sell Usborne Books and asked her if this could be done for care homes and the credit go to Everly.

This idea was not only going to help the child, but in return it was going to help the residents at the Lampman Special Care Home. People would sponsor a book or two, and Dayman would take care of the shipping and taxes.

This proved to be highly successful. It raised 19 books for the residents at the Lampman Centre and gave credits to Everly in Carlyle. Everly’s goal was to reach $300, and it has now surpassed $1,000.

The idea reached Shanise Pelletier, the head nurse

at St. Josph’s Special Care Centre. She too, wanted to have something for the residents there to enjoy. So, Dayman went and provided the information and began spreading the word. Pelletier offered to pay the shipping and taxes on this one.

It was a successful event for the residents, when 38 books were ordered and delivered on Friday, August 8. It was like Christmas for the residents, and the staff were eager to hand them out.

In the past this has been done for the New Hope Pioneer Lodge in Stoughton. Dayman said it is pretty simple to get this going and it makes such a difference to the residents, plus it was helping Everly.

Staff at the St. Joseph’s Special Care Home will enjoy handing out the new books to all the residents. Photo by Stephanie Zoer

From left to right, Sophie Gress, the grandmother of Stephanie Dayman, is excited to look through her new book. Photo courtesy of Stephanie Dayman

“One cannot be prepared for something while secretly believing it will not happen.”

Relieve stress, buy a horse

There is something magical about horses, something that stirs the soul and calms the heart. I found this out at an incredibly young age, and it has continued in my life.

For me, loving horses is not just a hobby or a pastime. It is a necessity as it is my way of dealing with life’s troubles and stresses. Once I am on my horse, the world goes away, and it is just me and my beautiful horse.

From the moment I first laid eyes on the horses we had on our farm, I was hooked. I can remember being only four years old riding our paint mare with my brother. It was heaven, and soon I was riding on my own.

I was given my first horse when I was 8 years old as a Christmas gift from my dad. She was a yearling paint filly. She was the first horse I trained on my own and it never quit from there. The passion for horses kept growing.

Their strength, beauty and gentle spirits have captured my heart in a way nothing else ever has. Being near my horse and looking into her soft, gentle eye is something that cannot be explained.

Horses are more than animals, they are companions, teachers, and healers. They sense emotions, respond to unspoken feelings, and offer a kind of silent understanding that words cannot match and are difficult to explain.

When I am around horses, mine in particular, I feel grounded. The world slows down, and the stress fades away. There is only the quiet rhythm of hooves, the warmth of her breath, and the deep, steady presence she offers.

What I love the most is the connection between her and me. Building trust with a horse takes time, patience, and respect, but once that bond forms, it is unbreakable. They do not care who you are or what you have done.

They do not care if you wear designer clothes or if you did your makeup and hair. They live in the moment, and if you are lucky, they let you share it with them. That acceptance is rare, and it is part of what makes horses special to me.

My horse only has one eye, as she has a disease that took her right eye. This has not changed her one bit, but she needs to rely on her rider for sight on that side. This has made the bond deeper as we navigated through this.

Today, seven years later, she is still the same sweet horse. Often people cannot believe that she has no sight on one side, as she is such a gentle soul and trusts that I will do what is best for her.

Whether I am riding across an open field or just sitting quietly in the barn with her, she fills my heart. It is a love that is deep, peaceful, and timeless.

Horses can sense how we feel and when I am having a bad day, she knows. She looks after me when I am in the saddle. The world disappears with every step she takes.

I do not think I will ever outgrow this love and passion I have for horses. I do not get to ride as often as I like, but each time I am able to, it is a new love all over again.

Everything about my horse is stress free. The smell of a horse is special, the sound of her eating, I can listen to this all day, the crackle of the leather when I am in the saddle, it is all worth the time to be free for a few hours.

Interacting with someone who isn’t there

The reaction was fast and furious, which wasn’t surprising. It’s hard not to react to something that sparks so much emotion.

You’ve likely seen it. A journalist, formerly employed on a cable news show, released the video of an interview he did with 17-year Joaquin Oliver. The teenager answers questions about gun violence, sports and movies, and asks questions of the host in return, in a conversation that goes on for five minutes. Fairly typical interview except for one major thing. Joaquin is gone. He died in the Parkland school shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Florida in February, 2018. On what would have been his 25th birthday, the artificially intelligent and interactive Joaquin, created by his parents, gave his first interview. According to Joaquin’s father, it was made with things their son wrote, said and posted online, general information

gleaned from the internet on various topics, and all animated from a real photograph using generative AI.

Joaquin’s dad assures viewers he has no illusions about reviving his son. He had previously created a one-man show about grief that he performed across the country. He is honest about his sorrow and understands this is AI. Joaquin’s mom spends hours asking him questions just so she can hear his voice again. But they say this isn’t about trying to bring their son back. Instead it’s about a national conversation.

Joaquin’s parents launched this project so their son, who lost his life in a shooting, could speak about gun safety. They will keep creating content so Joaquin can build a following and have a voice in these discussions. Dad said, “This is just the beginning” and plans to have artificially created Joaquin “on stage in the middle of a debate.”

This interview occurred one year after the voices of other Parkland shooting victims were released to federal lawmakers to enact new legislation on gun reform. The AI-generated voices of six victims placed robocalls to members of Congress urging action and asks at the end of the call, “How many dead voices will you hear before you finally listen?”

The use of AI to recre-

ate deceased people has been used in other places including courtrooms where videos serve as victim impact statements. One judge in a road rage case said, “I loved that AI, thank you for that. I feel that that was genuine.”

Should this not cause immense concern? It does for me. Many experts continue to raise red flags and warn this can lead to misinformation, identity misuse and blurred lines between real and artificial experiences.

Back in 2018 I talked about Michael Jackson’s performance at the Billboard Music Awards - six years after he died. Years before that, fans were stunned to watch rapper Tupac - who had been dead for 17 years at the time - sing at a festival that hadn’t yet been launched when he was alive. We can now attend concerts where there are no actual singers or musicians on stage. The fact that the performer is no longer alive shouldn’t stop us? Or should it?

Opera legend Maria Callas went out on tour, decades after her death. A preview concert impressed many fans and music critics, some even admitting to being unnerved because she seemed so real.

Her digital creators say they could generate songs for her that she never actually sang so it is possible for one of the world’s most famous sopranos

to sing rap or hip-hop, or any other genre of music with sound and lyrics she has no control over. One wonders what her reaction might be. If any artist can be back at work thanks to the tech available, there may be those who control their estates that see great potential. Sending their dearly departed loved ones on the road again could be profitable.

As I listened to the father of Joaquin explain his mindset in all this, I heard him insist this is not about trying to bring his son back. But I can’t help but wonder if this is as much about the anguish as it is the advocacy. They lost their child. The most devastating loss. They are embracing the chance to see and hear him again. None of us have any right to comment on how someone else grieves. But we can question where this all might be going.

Requiescat in pace may not be possible for those whose impact on issues or potential economic gain is seen as useful. As this technology is put to use in everything from entertainment to advocacy; commerce to court room proceedings, it is something we need to grapple with. What we need to come to terms with is how we are going to deal with it in present day, and also when it comes to us from beyond the grave. That’s my outlook.

- Nelson Mandela

Shelley Luedtke

Halloween comes early to Oxbow swimming pool

By Paul Kimball

Sadie Smith, the manager of Oxbow’s Pool, is always interested in holding events that attract swimmers to the pool that she oversees.

One day, while looking for ideas on Pinterest, she came up with an idea of combining swimming and Halloween. Out of that, Summerween was born. It took place on August 6, starting at 6 p.m. and ending at 10 p.m.

Swimmers arrived in non-swimming attire, about 90 of them, dressed up as if

they were out for an evening of trick or treating. They received treats from the pool office and then headed for the dressing rooms to get into clothing more suitable for swimming in.

Although the costumes may have stayed in the dressing rooms, the trick or treating continued in the water – ‘treats’ were handed out for ‘tricks’ that swimmers did in the pool – Sharks & Minnows (a contest to see who could stay under water the longest), diving competitions and various games.

The not-so-scary evening was sponsored by the local

Southern Plains Co-op. They provided the treats, along with beach balls, sunglasses and water guns. They also took care of the admission fees, making the evening free for all those who attended.

Sadie, who plans to return as the pool manager next year, said, “It was a big hit! Hopefully, we can have Summerween: Part II next summer”.

In the meantime, she and her staff have more planning to do before this summer comes to an end. Watch Facebook for details about the next event – a pool movie night on August 22nd

Rhea Shier, left, and Claire Ball, trick or treating early this year. Photo courtesy of Sadie Smith

About 90 kids enjoyed the pool after shedding their costumes. Photo courtesy of Sadie Smith

What’s happening in A griculture.

Estevan conservation camp teaches kids about the outdoors

By David Willberg SaskToday.ca

The Estevan Wildlife Federation (EWF) continued a tradition of teaching young people about the outdoors during its annual conservation camp.

Forty-two kids participated in the annual event, held Aug. 7-10 in and around the EWF’s grounds at Boundary Dam. Forty-five volunteers helped out at various times during the four days.

Camp co-ordinator Tija Donovan was pleased with the event. Some changes had to be made due to the weather. The camp avoided rain and hail, and they were able to get in all of the scheduled events, although the rock-climbing wall, and the fishing and fish-fileting lessons had different times.

New for this year was antler measuring with Mike Halirewich, who is a Henry Kelsey and Boone and Crockett measurer.

“We had the kids actually measure out differ-

ent horns like moose and mule deer,” said Donovan in an interview with SaskToday. “And then we had the University of Regina biology students come out and do a presentation on different types of snares and netting that they have been using this year. They are

summer students in Estevan, so this is the first time they’ve been able to come out. Other than that, we kept it pretty much the same as normal years.”

Kingsley Ogbu from the Aquatic and Invasive Species gave a presentation on how to clean,

dry and drain a boat to prevent invasive species from spreading.

The firearms and shooting lessons on the final day are always a highlight, she said.

Activities in the afternoon of Aug. 7 included lure making, antler measuring, knot tying, swimming, and blood trailing and calling.

The evening featured outdoor cooking, fire starting, laser tag, spear

fishing, a human knot and a turkey shoot.

August 8 included lessons on fishing, canoeing, digital photography and biology. The afternoon featured Saskatchewan Trappers, Sask Fisheries, a Mike Hike, Aquatic Invasive Species and the rock-climbing wall.

Firearms lessons included handguns, .22s, muzzleloaders, paintball guns, archery and trap shooting.

Evening campfires took place Aug. 8 and 9.

The camp wrapped up Aug. 10. Hugh Ross was named the top camper for the year.

The campers had a great time, Donovan said, and are already looking forward to next year. Donovan noted she used to be a camper and then became a counsellor and a volunteer. Many of the volunteers also attended the camp in their younger days.

“I think these kids should have as great of an opportunity as I did when I was a kid,” said Donovan. “I think a lot of the campers just continue to carry it on. We teach them about conservation and wildlife and keep that going through our generation. We don’t want conservation to slip through the cracks. There’s just so many other things out there in the world to do. We want to keep hunting, fishing and conservation as great as it is in Saskatchewan and just maintain it to what it is.”

Campers gather for a group photo. Courtesy of Tija Donovan

What’s happening in A griculture.

By Paul Kimball

Mike Wolf is the principal of Carievale School…his wife, Michelle is the vice-principal of the Carnduff Education Complex. They are the parents of Taddeus, who graduated this past June.

Two years ago, Mike was feeling under the weather and decided to see a doctor at the Galloway Health Centre. He has been suffering from diabetes for about 15 years and, although that has not been a cause for great concern, he is concerned enough that when he’s not feeling well, he has it checked out.

A series of blood tests revealed some potential life-changing news. Neither of his kidneys were functioning properly…only about 20% of capacity.

Although this was concerning, it was not yet at a critical stage. He and his wife met with a team of experts that included a doctor, nurses, a pharmacist and dietician, as well as a social worker. They all agreed that, for the time being, Mike’s kidney functions would be monitored on a regular basis.

The functional capacity continued to drop. Mike and Michelle received education about what was involved with dialysis, but his kidneys had not yet reached the stage where dialysis was required.

And they still haven’t. However, Mike’s kidneys continue to worsen and he has now been advised to consider a kidney transplant. If that doesn’t happen soon, dialysis will be required.

Mike’s overall health – diabetes aside - makes him a good candidate for a transplant. The search has begun for a ‘living donor’.

A ‘living donor’ differs from a ‘deceased donor’ – one is living…one isn’t. But another major difference is that the kidney of a ‘deceased donor’ goes to a person who has the greatest

need, whereas the kidney of a ‘living donor’ goes directly to the person who it’s being donated for. In other words, the kidney of a ‘living donor’ for Mike goes directly to him. It was suggested to Mike and Michelle to begin a search for a donor in June, but they put it off for a few weeks to enable their son ‘to have his day’ on his graduation without the news of his father’s condition taking anything away. Following his graduation, despite Mike’s misgivings, a plea went out via Facebook and several have expressed interest. Mike feels somewhat uncomfortable about all this, as he considers this to be a very big ask.

To date, however, no ‘living donor’ has met all the requirements. The search goes on.

If a donor cannot be found, then dialysis will have to begin. His kidneys have reached that stage. Although the dialysis process has improved greatly over the years, it is still something that greatly affects one’s quality of life. Mike, for the most part, feels good on the outside. So good, in fact, that he plans to return to work when school starts up in September. But unfortunately, the tests remind him that things are not so good on the inside.

His situation continues to be monitored closely. Monthly, he has bloodwork done and every three months, he is tested to ensure that he is still healthy enough to receive a transplant.

The window for a transplant will not be open forever.

If you are interested in being a ‘living donor’, the first step is to contact Saskatchewan’s Living Donor program. That can be done by calling (306) 766-6477 or faxing (306) 7664047. You can also send an email to SaskTransplantRQHR@rqhealth.ca Unfortunately, those already diagnosed with diabetes are ineligible to donate.

Archery was among the activities. Courtesy of Tija Donovan

Michelle and Mike Wolf are awaiting a living donor. Photo by Paul Kimball

Bow Valley Jamboree takes place in Oxbow

By Paul Kimball

For the 15th year, Oxbow was home to the Bow Valley Jamboree. The first jamboree was held in 2010. A group of Oxbow residents, attending a music festival in Forget the previous year, learned that this was the last such music festival in Forget. That was not music to their ears, as they had enjoyed a great time.

In musing over this, they decided that Oxbow with its Bow Valley would be a beautiful setting for their own jamboree. They could bring

the great times and great music to their hometown.

And so began the Bow Valley Jamboree. Local bands were invited to the initial jamboree and year by year, as it has grown, the invitations for bands to perform were sent out further and further. As the jamboree grew, so did the need for a better stage. As a result, The Bow Valley Theatre stage was constructed.

The jamboree continues to grow. Not only is it a great day for those who attend…it is also very good for the community as a whole as it brings tourists into Oxbow to take in the music.

This year’s line-up of bands is likely the best ever. Taking the stage

through the afternoon and evening of August 9th were Kilted Wind, The Ugly Strippers, Oscar’s Hollow, Karissa Hoffart, Tyler Del Pino & The Brasstronauts, Ten Mile High, and the main feature band, Snake Oil.

Snake Oil plays the heavy rock music of groups such as Black Sabbath and Kiss. Not only do they perform the music…they dress up as the bands. Attending one of their shows is akin to attending the shows of several musical artists.

Over 1,000 attended this year’s event. The day was on the rainy side, which created some stress for the organizers, but it didn’t dampen the enthusiasm of those

listening to the music. People danced, smiled, sang along and laughed throughout the day. As they say…’a great time was had by all’! Communities like Minnedosa, Manitoba and Craven, Saskatchewan are home to music festivals every year – music lovers in Saskatchewan’s southeast are fortunate to have a jamboree in its backyard. An event like this cannot be run without the help of volunteers and sponsors. The organizing committee is deeply thankful for the 200-plus volunteers who helped out and the many sponsors who have supported the Jamboree over the years.

Pamela Bartlett Treasurer

Over 1,000 had a blast with the music of the jamboree. Photo courtesy of Doug Sully

The adults weren’t the only ones enjoying the music. Photo courtesy of Doug Sully

Another big ball tournament in Carnduff

By Paul Kimball

For the second time in three weeks, Carnduff was home to a significant men’s baseball tournament. On July 2627, it was the Jack Harbourne Memorial Tournament to crown the champions of the Saskota Baseball League – the Carlyle Cardinals. On August 8-10, it was the 2025 Senior AA Tier 3 Provincials.

Five teams participated in the tournament – the Carnduff Astros, the Macklin Lakers, the North East Red Sox, the Redvers Athletics and the Southeast Diamondbacks.

The round robin tournament began on Friday morning and ended on Sunday afternoon. After each team had played every team once, the Lakers finished with a 3-1 record, the Astros, Athletics and Diamondbacks had a 2-2 record and the Red Sox trailed at 1-3.

To determine the 2nd place finisher, a tie-breaker was used. The team which gave up the least number of runs per inning played took that spot and went on to the championship game against Macklin.

That team turned out to be the ‘hometown heroes’ – the Carnduff Astros.

The final seven-inning game saw the Astros take a 2-0 lead in the second in-

ning. However, a series of Astros miscues saw the lead change hands in the following inning, with the Lakers going up 4-2. Both teams added a run in the fifth inning and in the top of the sixth, Carnduff scored another run, making the score 5-4 for the Lakers.

And then the bottom fell out. Some ill-timed Astros’ errors, combined with some timely Lakers’ hitting saw Macklin catapult to a 10-4 lead heading to the final inning.

Carnduff made the top half of the seventh inning interesting. With two outs, Colton Schell, Callum Hollinger, Dylan Frey, Kade McMillen and Derek Cooney all reached base, with Colton and Callum scoring. 10-6…with the tying run at bat.

Unfortunately for the hometown crowd, that’s where things ended.

And Macklin returned home as the 2025 Senior AA Tier 3 Provincial Champions.

The game contained a scary moment when home plate umpire Warren Burrell was struck by a ball that had caromed off home plate. The ball hit him squarely in the throat, sending him facedown to the ground, where he lay for several moments. Thankfully, it wasn’t as serious as it first appeared, and he was able to finish the game.

Red Market Barn

Entertainers

The day started a little breezy and smoky but still turned out to be a nice day for all attendees and vendors at this Sunday’s Red Market Barn at Kenosee. What a great day of entertainment by the Caragana Ramblers.

319 Main Street PO Box 149 Oxbow, SK S0C 2B0

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Tenders must be submitted in the prescribed Form A, no later than 4:00 p.m. on September 16, 2025.

The successful bidder(s) will have 30 days to provide the payment in-full to complete the purchase.

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Dated this 14th day of August 2025 Brandi Morissette CAO

The Macklin Lakers…2025 Senior AA Tier 3 Provincial champions. Photo by Paul Kimball

The Carnduff Astros’ shortstop, Colton Schell missed making a spectacular catch by inches. Photo by Paul Kimball

Bob was bor n on August 5th, 1951 in Weybur n, SK to John and Lorraine Skuce He was the youngest of three children Raised on the far m Bob took to mechanics He trained in Moose Jaw, SK and wor ked at C Augey and Sons in Stoughton, SK He moved on to wor k with Trans Canada Pipelines in 1977, wor king in Moosomin, Shaunavon, Grenfell, and Moose Jaw where he semi-retired in 2005 Bob then star ted his own company –RJ Pipeline Inspection and Ser vices but of course his first love was always far ming Bob and Joyce were marr ied in 1970 and had three children – Teresa, Teena, and Rob They had a cabin at Kenosee Lake for t went y years, where they hosted many Chr istmas celebrations and summer BBQs They also celebrated their 50th anniversar y with their children and grandchildren in 2020 at Kenosee He was predeceased by his parents, John and Lorraine Skuce; father and mother-in-law, Corwin and Roseina Schrader ; brother-in-law, Garr y Foss; and nephew and far ming buddy Cur tis Slater Bob is sur vived by his loving wife of 55 years Joyce; children: Teresa (Kevin) Clar k Teena (Craig) McAuley, and Rob (Alexandra) Skuce; grandchildren: Jaida (Liam), Kennedy, Teagan, Noah, Nevaeh, Branson, Colby, Meadow, and Tamr yn; brother, Jim (Doreen) Skuce; sister, Mar y Lou Foss; sisters-in-law: Mar lene (Bob) Craig, Donna (Pat) Slater, and Sheila (Rob) Singleton; as well as numerous nieces and nephews The Funeral Ser vice will be held on Saturday, August 16th, 2025 at 2:00 p m at Moose Jaw Funeral Home with Pastor Walter Engel officiating Those not able to attend may view the ser vice by going to www moosejawfuneralhome com/webcast/ As an expression of sympathy donations in Bob s name may be made to The Moose Jaw Humane Societ y Box 1658 Station Main, Moose Jaw, SK S6H 7K7 or SCRAPS, PO Box 1653, Moose Jaw, SK S6H 7K7 Arrangements are entr usted to Moose Jaw Funeral Home, 268 Mulberr y Lane Gar y McDowell, Funeral Director 306-693-4550 www moosejawfuneralhome com

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Espalier – Part I

By Patricia Hanbidge a horticulturalist based in Regina

Generally, it seems that our outdoor spaces are hardly big enough to allow for all that you need it to be – especially if you like to produce food for your table. However, there is a unique way of pruning that will aid you in not only producing more food but with less space!

Espalier is a method of pruning that does not pay attention to the normal form of growth. It is the art of training woody plants to branch in more formal patterns along a wall, fence or trellis. It actually dates back to medieval times when the monks would grow fruit trees along the walls of the gardens to best utilize the limited space available. Growing these trees in a less natural two-dimensional form results in very little loss of growing area.

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For us on the Prairies, there is yet another benefit. In areas of shorter growing seasons, the microclimate created along a wall

or other inert structure can actually allow the plants to mature more quickly due to the added warmth these inert structures impart. South walls will warm earlier in spring, are warmer during the summer and will hold that heat further into the fall.

Particularly for fruit producing crops espalier will also allow for increased fruit production due to the excellent light that is allowed to penetrate all parts of the tree due to the open form of the structure. A spin off benefit is that the fruit is very easy to pick. Use espalier to create privacy screens or to enhance those long, narrow areas we always seem to get stuck with in residential lots. Fencelines are also a great space for espalier as they can bring more interest to these property barriers. Ensure the spot has well-drained soil and at least three metres or linear space for the tree and its support system.

As you can see, the benefits of espalier are great – so how exactly do you espalier? Believe it or not, it is not difficult. Choose your first project to be an apple or pear which bears fruit on long-lived spurs (the tissue that actually bears the fruit). It is better to use a dwarfing rootstock to minimize the amount of prun-

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ing that will be necessary. If you can, the best place to espalier is without a doubt a south-facing wall that receives full sun. If there is no shade during the winter, then you may have to create some shade to reduce the potential of sunscald. Remember that when choosing a site for espalier in the Northern hemisphere the angle of the sun will change with the season.

In order to get started you will first need to decide on the type of tree to espalier. Once that is done, a framework will need to be created that will support your beautiful creation. Wire is the traditional support which will need to be supported by the wall or fence. The easiest method is a series of eyebolts that support the design of choice. If you have chosen a site that does not have a fence or wall for support, properly placed, sturdy poles can be used. It is essential that the support structure is strong enough to support the growth of heavy branches and the fruit. It is typical that three levels of wire are used. There are many different designs you can successfully use for espalier. Watch next week, for some specifics on design so you can enjoy espalier in your outdoor living space.