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the Southeast Fire Centre to shut the road (which also means access to Lussier Hot Springs is closed). These two smaller fires also continue to burn — one is now 40 The White Tail Brook wildfire continues to burn hectares and the other is 650 hectares — and the same near Canal Flats along with several other smaller spot crew working to contain the White Tail Brook fire is fires in the area, keeping Whiteswan Provincial Park also working to contain the two smaller fires. and its forest service road access closed.

“The park and road closures, which also apply to Firefighters are still working to get the active White boaters on that stretch of the Kootenay River, will reTail Brook fire, which is main in place until further now 1,550 hectares, under notice,” said Ms. Bernard. control. According to the On paper, the White B.C. Southeast Fire CenTail Brook fire jumped in tre, they have it about 50 size from 650 hectares to per cent contained.

975 hectares on Friday, “That means that August 1st, but its actual crews have got a fuel-free size wasn’t accurately meaarea or some other kind sured until smoke from the of fire break around half fire finally lifted, according of the fire,” said Southeast to Ms. Bernard.

Fire Centre fire informa“It had been really tion officer Fanny Bernard. smoky and it was initially “There was some wind really difficult to deterover the B.C. Day long GLOWING HORIZON — Courtney Taylor snapped this mine the exact size of the photo on Monday, July 28th of pink clouds looming over weekend that contributed fire,” she said. the Fairmont Range, likely caused by the White Tail Brook to the growth of the fire.”

As of the Pioneer’s press wildfire burning near Canal Flats. The shot was taken from Fire growth continues time (on Wednesday, AuPetro-Canada in Invermere.

Photo submitted to move in the opposite digust 6th), 110 firefighters, rection of Canal Flats, meaning there is still no threat to 13 pieces of heavy equipment, such as excavators and the village, according to Ms. Bernard. water tenders (large tanker-type trucks), and six heliThe White Tail Brook fire is largest in the South- copters were involved in the efforts to contain the blaze. east Fire Centre (which includes the entire Kootenay The crew working on the fires is a type two incident region) and has blanketed the Upper Columbia Valley management team, meaning it is comprised of firefightin smoke and haze for the past two weeks. Flames from ers more experienced in dealing with large fires. the fire on ridge tops are visible from Canal Flats, about Ms. Bernard said she couldn’t say when the fire 10 kilometres due west of the fire. The fire, sparked by might be fully contained, but did point out that the lightning, was discovered on Sunday, July 27th and has amount of fire contained was increasing, with 40 per been growing steadily ever since. On the night of Tues- cent contained on Tuesday, August 5th and 50 per cent day, July 29th, a severe storm system moved through the contained on Wednesday, August 6th. area and more lightning strikes left two more small fires The Southeast Fire Centre banned all campfires on burning near the Whiteswan forest service road, leading Tuesday, August 5th, in addition to the ban already in B.C. Parks to evacuate Whiteswan Provincial Park and place on open fires.

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The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 3

VALLEY NEWS

Invermere couple has decades of sewer fees refunded

By Steve Hubrecht Pioneer Staff Invermere council agreed during its most recent regular council meeting to refund 20 years’ worth of sewer fees to a local couple, after the couple learned in unfortunate fashion that their home had never been connected to the district’s sewer system.

“It doesn’t make sense that a house in town, purchased in 1994, for which a sewer fee is being collected is not connected, and no record of connection seems to exist,” wrote George and Marla Oliver in a letter to council on the matter.

The couple have lived in their home on 13th Street for two decades and this spring noticed problems with

their sewer drain and so began investigating. Over the next three weeks, the couple ended up spending thousands of dollars digging up most of their yard to a depth of about eight feet (2.5 metres) using excavators, only to find no sewer pipe or tie pit.

After further examination and after finding no record of connection to the district’s sewer system, the couple realized they were not hooked up. They subsequently had a new drain and pipe installed, finally giving them functional plumbing with which to join to the municipal sewer. The couple then sent the letter to Invermere council, received during council’s July 22nd meeting, describing the whole affair as the “Nightmare on 13th Street”, estimating the total cost of it to them at about

$7,000, and asking that all sewer fees they had paid to the district be refunded.

In the letter the couple wrote that if they had known about the lack of sewer connection when they bought the house, fixing things would have been simple since the lot was essentially bare, save for a cluster of fir trees.

“Instead of simple and cheap and timely, we had to excavate 140 feet (45 metres) of trench across a lawn and down the driveway,” read the letter. “A 100-year-old fir tree had to go. We had an outhouse in the yard for two weeks. We have been enormously inconvenienced by this situation and feel it is fair and reasonable to expect all of the sewer fees we paid for 20 years to be refunded.”

Continued on page 5 . . .

Accusations of Singletrack 6 sabotage misdirected

By Dan Walton Pioneer Staff An honest mistake was falsely reported as sabotage in last week’s Pioneer, says the woman accused.

Refuting claims made in last week’s article “Sabotage strikes Singletrack 6,” Doloris, the person at the centre of the sabotage accusation, said she had not interfered with any signage or markers, and denies intentionally misguiding cyclists. “I saw a whole slew of bikes going past and I thought nothing of it,” she said. “Why would I?” She said that another group of cyclists then approached, and one asked for directions, to which Doloris indicated the path the other cyclists she observed had taken.

“I said, ‘All the bikes are going that way’ – I didn’t tell all of the cyclists; the rest of them just kept going past.”

The Singletrack 6 route deviated from Sandy Bend Road onto a trail near where Doloris often parks, and was visibly marked for riders to see. Kim Kitching, one of the event co-ordinators, told The Pioneer those markers were doubled-checked and correctly situated the morning of the race.

Doloris said she spends recreational time with her dogs on Sandy Bend Road nearly every other day at the location of the incident. While hiking and playing fetch the day of the event, Monday, July 28th, she never noticed any signage, but witnessed a group of cyclists ride by.

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• On Thursday, July 31st at 2:31 a.m., the detachment received a complaint of a disturbance involving an intoxicated male. The 36-year-old male from Invermere was located on 17th Street. The male was lodged in cells for drunk in public.

• On Thursday, July 31st, the detachment received a report of a vehicle collision involving a 2008 Honda Civic and an elk on Highway 93/95 near Fairmont. No injuries to the driver. The Honda will need a new bumper. The elk was located and dispatched by the attending officer.

• On Saturday, August 2nd at 1:30 a.m., detachment members responded to a noise complaint at the Lakeview Meadows community beach. A number of people were spoken to, at which time the group departed the area. Co-operation is always appreciated when we deal with this type of complaint.

• On Saturday, August 2nd at 11:40 p.m., the Columbia Valley detachment received a complaint of a break and enter at a residence in the Shuswap Band residential area. Residence was entered and items were damaged and thrown around the house. Nothing reported missing at this time.

• On Saturday, August 2nd at 11:30 p.m., the detachment was called to a disturbance at the Whitehouse Pub in Windermere. An intoxicated male was refusing to leave. Police located the 38-year-male near the pub and arrested him for drunk in public.

• On Sunday, August 3rd at 1 p.m., Columbia Valley detachment members responded to a single vehicle motorcycle fatal accident on Highway 93 in Kootenay National Park. A 57-year-old male was operating a 2011 ZX1000 Kawasaki southbound when he attempted to negotiate a sharp curve on a steep grade. The driver lost control of his bike and was ejected. He was driv-

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• On Sunday, August 3rd at 2:25 a.m., detachment members initiated an impaired investigation when they checked a Toyota on Laurier Street. The 26-yearold male driver displayed signs of being impaired. An ASD demand was given.

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The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 5

Minor damage to Farnham Creek bridge

By Nicole Trigg Pioneer Staff After an irate motorized backcountry user took a chainsaw to the bridge at the 55-kilometre mark on the Farnham Glacier access road last week, the individual responsible has agreed to repair the damage himself and foot the bill.

On Thursday, July 31st, local RCMP were alerted that someone had chainsawed a small section of the Farnham Creek bridge at the base of the hill leading up to Farnham Glacier — the location of a Jumbo Glacier Resort gate and sign preventing motorized access in the resort’s Controlled Recreation Area.

“It had noting to do with the protests; there were no protesters involved,” said Columbia Valley RCMP Staff Sgt. Marko Shehovac.

He said it’s not uncommon for recreational ATVers travelling up Farnham Creek Road to encounter the gate and feel frustrated their backcountry access is barred past the bridge.

“So basically the area of the bridge was damaged to the point where

it allowed the ATV to go through,” said Mr. Shehovac. “We identified who the person was, approached them, and the guy said, ‘Listen, I admit responsibility and I’ll go fix it’.”

“Under the terms of our agreement with the Province, the last five kilometres of road in the Controlled Recreation Area below the 2010 Olympic training site is restricted to authorized traffic only, and 4x4s and ATVs are prohibited in order to protect the sensitive areas around the lakes,” Glacier Resorts Ltd. vice-president Grant Costello said in an email. “The public is welcome to hike and recreate in the area on foot and to enjoy the natural beauty of the lakes, glaciers, flora and fauna.”

The Jumbo Glacier Resort gate has a history of being damaged. After the last vandalism incident sometime late last year, the decision was made to erect the gate in such a way that if a person really wanted to break through, all they would have to do is saw through two short pieces of wood where the sign attaches to the bridge.

“The bridge is intact, it’s just that little piece,” said Mr. Shehovac.

. . . ‘Invermere’ from page 3 During the meeting, district chief administrative officer Chris Prosser said the service card corresponding to the Oliver house shows a water connection, but no sewer connection and confirmed the couple had been paying sewer fees since buying the house.

Mr. Prosser said the district’s sewer system does include a pipe pointed at the Oliver house, which does extend right to the property line and that, given that, its seems likely the developer simply never bothered to make the connection. He also pointed out that, technically, all residents within a service area are charged for that service whether or not they use it, adding that the owners of empty lots, for instance, still pay sewer fees despite not being hooked up to the sewer system.

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DAMAGE CONTROL — Above: The small section of the bridge that was chainsawed in order to open the Jumbo Glacier Resort gate on Farnham Creek bridge and gain access to the Controlled Recreation Area. Left: The sign on the bridge gate, burned and full of bullet holes, prohibiting motorized access inside the Jumbo Glacier Resort Controlled Recreation Area at 55k south on the Farnham Glacier access road.

A second sign 100 metres before the bridge is gone. A similar sign is located at 15 kilometres on the Jumbo Creek Forest Service Road.

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“So technically the hardline position could be that you pay whether you’re connected or not, but you do have to feel some sympathy for people who have paid their fees, thought they were connected, but weren’t, and then spent quite a bit to get connected,” said Invermere mayor Gerry Taft, adding he was in favour of refunding the sewer fees. The total sewer fees paid by the Mr. and Mrs. Oliver amount to just a bit more than $6,000, according to Mr. Prosser, which council voted unanimously to refund to the couple.

Mr. Prosser later told The Pioneer he had no idea what the Olivers’ sewer had been draining into for the past 20 years, adding that if he were to hazard a guess, it would be into some kind of old tie pit or septic field, but that the couple’s extensive excavations had turned up nothing of the sort.

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August 8, 2014

PERSPECTIVE

Mine moratorium

By Nicole Trigg Pioneer Staff

News of the tailings pond wall breaching in the Cariboo region, flooding the neighbouring Hazeltine Creek, Polley Lake and Quesnel Lake with millions of cubic metres of milky green toxic waste, has got to sound an alarm that’s long overdue in British Columbia.

Similar to how the temporary foreign workers program was suspended and then re-introduced with much harsher regulations in response to abuse and misuse of the federal employment program, so should a moratorium be placed on any new mine construction in B.C. until every tailings pond in the province has been inspected and forced to meet a higher environmental standard than the one that’s currently in place, which allowed this unprecedented disaster to happen.

CBC reports that the B.C. Ministry of Environment says it warned Imperial Metals about the Mount Polley mine tailings pond levels repeatedly before the breach, the latest being five warnings in May. Now, a complete water ban is in effect for the region and, according to Global News, residents describe a stench in the air and dead fish washing up. And Sierra Club warns that Imperial Metals, the same company responsible for this disaster, is also pursuing a copper mine and a gold mine project in Clayoquot Sound on Vancouver Island against wide-spread opposition — an ecologically-sensitive area not protected from industrial activity by its UNESCO Biosphere Reserve designation. In the meantime, an estimated 1.5 million migrating Fraser River sockeye salmon — a priceless resource — are destined for the contaminated Quesnel Lake. The race to extract natural resources in this province has been careening along and picking up speed. According to the Mining Association of BC, some 30 new mines are being proposed over the next 10 years. The Mount Polley tailings pond breach is unquestionably a serious warning to the mining industry and the provincial government not to take public health and environmental concerns lightly.

Correction In last week’s Pioneer (August 1st), it was mistakenly listed in Out & About on page 13 that Effusion Art Gallery + Glass Studio was hosting Ed Ambros on Saturday, August 2nd. The Pioneer apologizes for the error and any confusion.

Historical Lens

A dump truck remembered, 1928 In this image, dated 1928, two men accompany a dump truck on a remote forest road in Kootenay National Park.

The international truck is labelled “Department of Mines and Resources.” If you have any more information, e-mail us at info@columbiavalleypioneer.com Photo (A1407) courtesy of the Windermere District Historical Society

Much ado about cows Dear Editor: Having lived in the valley for twenty plus years, I am putting my foot down after reading the RCMP report in the most recent Pioneer.

Complaining about the free range cattle on Westside Road is beyond ridiculous!

People who have lived in this valley for years appreciate the beautiful countryside we live in and realize we share it with ranchers who have been in this valley a lot longer than some others, who seem to

want to turn it into the city.

The drive down Westside is always enjoyable, and a nice break from the nonstop traffic of the highway in the summer.

One of the main reasons people love this place is the laid-back pace of it!

If you have to stop for a cow, get over it. Try enjoying the view instead!

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A legit and lasting legacy Dear Editor: The trails around Lake Lillian (called the Johnson and Kloosifier trails respectively) are provincially designated trails approved by wildlife biologists, and have undergone archeological impact assessments, public outreach, and more. They are 100 percent legitimate and have benefited from hundreds, if not thousands, of volunteer hours from numerous user groups to get to the point where they are currently at.

Ditto for Mt. Swansea, which in 2013 was the site of a $100,000-plus project (all spent in the local economy) that improved trails and access there.

Add in the efforts of companies like the Panorama and Nipika Mountain Resorts and you will see that legitimate trail use and development is thriving in the Columbia Valley.

My hat is off to everyone dedicated to responsible and sustainable trail use and trips to the backcountry. It takes much longer and is more difficult to do things the right way, but it is well worth it. The lasting legacy of physical, social, and economic success that these networks will provide this and future generations is all the proof required.

Adrian Bergles Radium Hot Springs

Caring for Dorothy Lake Editor’s note: This letter was send to the District of Invermere and copied to The Pioneer for publication.

Dear Mayor Taft and Councillors Denchuk, Atterbury, Hawes, and Anderson: We would like to bring to your attention that we have found invasive gold fish and coy in Dorothy Lake.

This is concerning to us because: • gold fish are a non-native, invasive species; • they compete with native fish and the blue-listed painted turtle for habitat and food; • they stir up the bottom of the

lake and make the water turbid; • they could get into Lake Windermere and the Columbia River System, which is already experiencing pressure from invasive fish species.

We would like to request that the District of Invermere conduct community education on the effects of improper disposal of pets and invasive species on the environment. We would like to see the district host an annual goldfishcatching contest to remove some of the goldfish from Dorothy Lake.

Sincerely, Eco Kids Adventure Camp Kids Wildsight Invermere

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NOTICE OF PROPOSED OFFICIAL COMMUNITY PLAN & ZONING AMENDMENTS Notice is hereby given that the Council of the Village of Radium Hot Springs is considering amendments to the Zoning Bylaw and Official Community Plan (OCP). The proposed bylaws (Numbers 405 and 406) will affect the following property, as shown in bold, with the following zoning changes: Property description: Lot A, Plan NEP62610, District Lot 3947, Kootenay District, Except Plan NES2572 (PH 1 – 9) The property is currently within the Resort land use zone in the OCP and zoned as C3 – Tourist Recreation Commercial in the Zoning Bylaw. The proposed rezoning will change the current land use zone to Multiple Family Residential in the OCP and change the zoning to R – 3 Multi-Family Residential.

A PUBLIC HEARING on the proposed Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 405 and the Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 406 will be held: AUGUST 20, 2014 AT 7:00 P.M. COUNCIL CHAMBERS, VILLAGE OFFICE 4836 RADIUM BLVD. RADIUM HOT SPRINGS, B.C. All persons who believe that their interest in property is affected by the proposed bylaw may submit written presentations to the Village of Radium Hot Springs, PO Box 340, Radium Hot Springs, BC, V0A 1M0 or Fax: 250-347-9068 prior to the date and time of the hearing. Persons may also present written and/or verbal submissions at the public hearing. Submissions will not be received after the public hearing has been adjourned.

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By Dan Walton Pioneer Staff Threats of repercussions from the Interior Health Authority have prevented non-profits in the valley from fundraising with barbecues.

“Unfortunately, regulations are at the point where you pretty much need a commercial kitchen to follow the rules,” said Home Hardware owner Al Miller.

For the past 12 years, Mr. Miller has assisted many non-profits by hosting fundraiser barbecues out front of his store, but the May-long weekend was the last barbecue held at his store.

Norm Macdonald, MLA for Columbia River-Revelstoke, said that his office has received complaints about too much red tape over the past six to 12 months. While regulations seem to have become more strict, Dan Byron, Interior Health environmental health officer, said that’s not the case.

“Guidelines have not changed from last year and neither has Interior Health’s approach,” Mr. Byron said.

“There’s a lot that can be done to satisfy regulations.”

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Paddleboard Kayak races couldn’t find any. She then departed.

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Prizes, Awards &Food Food Beach Volleyball Tournament Paddleboard & Kayak races door enthusiast and was happy to 1:00pm: Sailing Sailing Regatta 1:00pm: Regatta 112:00pm: p.m.

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have reduced the opportunities to obtain assistance from health officials in meeting regulations.

Mr. Macdonald said the complaints are not unique to the Columbia Valley. “In some parts of the province the interpretation of the rules has been overly onerous,” he said. “There just simply needs to be an adjustment.”

But Mr. Byron said that no adjustments need to be made. “We all [B.C. Health Authorities] follow the same guidelines and aim to have a consistent approach,” he said.

Mr. Byron does not recall any recent cases of foodborne illnesses in the valley, and could not offer a reason for the stricter interpretation of the regulations in the Columbia Valley over the past year.

“It’s taken a lot of fun away from what we were doing,” Mr. Miller said.

Illness caused by commercially prepared food can be reported to Interior Health at 250-862-4200. Mr. Byron said that, if possible, complainants should store a sample of the culprit leftovers for analysis. Those who feel that too much red tape has burdened the practice of fundraising barbecues can lodge a complaint with Mr. Macdonald. He can be contacted at his office by phone at 250-344-4816, or email at norm.macdonald.mla@leg.bc.ca.

was the victim of circumstance, markers had disappeared at the site in question as well at at one other location, which, said Jonathan McLeod, media relations for Singletrack 6, couldn’t have been removed by the forces of nature. Mr. McLeod also said the organization was warned beforehand to be on high alert in regards to sabotage, particularly in the area of the incident.

The directional signs that went missing were at least 12 inches tall by 12 inches wide, said Mr. McLeod, and each one was secured with three to four pins reaching six to seven inches into the ground.

“They’re the same kind of pin flags construction and road workers would use,” he said.

Mr. McLeod added that the signage stayed properly in place throughout the trails and only went missing along the gravel road. It was not found, he said.

OFF-TRACK — Pictured is the section of the route where Singletrack 6 competitors were supposed to turn from Sandy Bend Road onto a groomed trail during the competition on July 27th. Coming from the direction of the solid blue line, the disoriented riders pedalled in the direction of the solid red line, while the correct route is indicated with a striped red line. The parked vehicle is in the approximate location where Doloris’ pickup was parked the day of the race, which she said was not blocking the route.

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PAGE 15 A crowd began to gather at dusk with blankets and chairs on Saturday, August 3rd for the District of Invermere’s free ‘Movie in the Park’ night at Pothole Park featuring The Lego Movie.

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Movie Review: Divergent Reviewed by Renice Oaks Sixteen-year-old Tris (Shailene Woodley) finds herself confused when she won’t fit in a world that is a combination of The Hunger Games and the Harry Potter series. This society is separated into five different factions, with the process being much like Harry Potter of getting chosen by the sorting hat. Parents are from the same faction as each other, and their children are raised within the confines of such separation.

At the community’s coming of age ceremonies, each individual must choose which faction to be in for the rest of their lives,

potentially leaving their families behind if they are deemed to be part of a different faction from their parents. Tris chooses to be Dauntless (the brave, stunt-performing protectors of the futuristic society in which Divergent is set) although she is considered dangerous as she is a divergent (a combination, yet not fully fitting into any one of the distinct factions).

With the help of her trainer Four (Theo James), Tris must figure out why the secretive rulers want to get rid of the Divergents and stop the elimination of all these different factions.

This is an adaptation of a novel, and the first part of a trilogy, so it’s safe to expect a full immersion into the oppressive and wartorn world that led to the creation of a utopia designed

to keep all citizens at peace with each other. However, just as in The Hunger Games, there is a culture of oppression that is hard to disguise.

With hard work and determination, and a little secret help from her mother (Ashley Judd) and Four, Tris finds herself in a unique position of keeping her divergence a secret in the face of training designed to keep her on her chosen Dauntless path. Jeannine (Kate Winslet) is the enemy trying to control all of the different factions but is out-fought by Tris, Four, and others they rescued. This is action, romance, and friendship in a futuristic world, and an edge-of-your-seat movie.

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Toby Theatre • August 8th - 9th, 8 p.m.: Rio 2. Also showing August 11th-12th.

Friday, August 8th • 4 - 9 p.m.: Market on Main, Radium. Every Friday.

• 5 - 8 p.m.: Neil Patterson exhibition at Artym Gallery.

Artist will be in attendance. Show continues until August 14th. Check out artymgallery.com.

• 7 - 9 p.m.: Dave White performs at Music on Main, Radium.

Saturday, August 9th • 7:30 - 11 a.m.: 19th annual Loop the Lake, presented by the Rotary Club of Invermere. Half marathon (7:30 a.m. start), Octogenarian Event (8 a.m. start), 10km (8:30 a.m. start), and a special Family award for families running the race. Check-in on August 8th at the Invermere Community Hall. Register online at loopthelake.bc.ca.

• 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.: Wild Food and Medicinal Plants: A Nature Walk with Kalista Pruden. A Wild Nature Tour, hosted by Wildsight. For details and to register, visit wildnaturetours.ca.

• 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.: Invermere Farmer’s Market, downtown Invermere. Every Saturday.

• 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.: Annual Lakeside Splashdown at James Chabot beach. Hangliders and paragliders take off from Mt. Swansea and land on water targets at James Chabot.

August 10th in case of inclement weather.

• 10 a.m. - 5p.m.: Columbia Basin Culture Tour. Free self-

guided tour runs both August 9th and 10th throughout the Columbia Basin. Participating studios in our area include: CastleRock Art Group, Caraway Pottery, Art Heart and Soul, Sandpiper Studios, and the Headwaters Art Society. For more information, visit cbculturetour. com or pick up a tour guide at the Visitor Info Centre.

• 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.: Sandpiper Studios’ 5th annual open house. Live glassblowing, showroom open. 2151 Kootenay #3 Rd., Windermere. Visit sandpiperstudio.ca.

• 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.: Edmonton artist Vern Busby will show new work while creating on-site at Effusion Art Gallery. Visit effusionartgallery.com.

• 7 - 9 p.m.: The Dry Gulch Ramblers perform at Music on Main, Radium. Music on Main runs every Friday and Saturday throughout the summer.

Sunday, August 10th • 8 a.m. Summer Splash at James Chabot Beach, hosted by Lake Windermere Ambassadors.

8 a.m.: Lake Windermere Open Water Swim at James Chabot Provincial Park. For more info and to register, visit heartoftherockiestri.ca. 10 a.m.: Games, music and edu-tainment. Sand sculpture contest, paddleboard and kayak races, beach volleyball tourney. 12 p.m.: Awards and food. 1 p.m.: Sailing regatta.

• 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.: Pancake Breakfast (9 - 11 a.m.) and Open Market at the Edgewater Legion.

• 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.: Fairmont Farmer’s Market in the Fairmont Village Mall parking lot. Every Sunday.

• Mini Sporting Clays at the Lake Windermere District Rod & Gun Club. For more info, visit lwdrodgun.com.

• Kelly Hrudey and Friends Charity Golf Classic at Copper Point Golf Club. Opening reception Friday, tournament August 11th at The Point and August 12th at The Ridge. Visit kelleyhrudeyclassic.com.

Monday, August 11th • 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.: Rocky Mountain Sports Camp.

Ages 6 - 12, no experience necessary. Runs August 11th - 15th. Activities include volleyball, soccer, floor hockey, lacrosse, ultimate frisbee, belly-flop baseball, mini-Olympics and more. $125/week or $30/day. Visit nerakmacd.wix.com/summer-sports-camp.

• 10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.: Summer Art Camp with Black Star Studios. Week-long camp at the beach for ages 7 and up, August 11th - 15th. Contact Black Star for more information: 250-342-6663, blackstarstudios.ca.

• Art Camps with Robyn Oliver. Half-day camps run Monday, August 11th to Friday, August 15th. Ages 7 -

9, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Ages 10 - 12, 1 - 4 p.m. Cost $125 per child. Classes in the Art Room at DTSS – bring your own snack and dress in studio appropriate clothing. To register: 250-341-7890, robyn.oliver@sd6.bc.ca.

Tuesday, August 12th • 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.: Adventure Radium. Ages 5-8 9:30 a.m. - 12 p.m., Ages 8+ 1 - 3:30 p.m. Registration online at radiumhotsprings.ca. $5 drop-in fee/child, $25 summer fee/child, $50 family fee (3 or more). Runs Tuesday through Thursday, every week until August 21st.

• 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.: Windermere Valley Museum’s Summer Children’s Program: Colin Cameron, Constable. Put the clues together to solve a crime and maybe put the murderer behind bars. Admission by donation, ages 6-10. To register: 250-342-9769, wvmuseum@shaw.ca.

• 6 p.m.: Music on the Patio at Eagle Ranch Resort.

Live local musicians perform every Tuesday night from July 8th until August 26th. Visit eagleranchresort.com.

• 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.: OPT clinic at the Invermere Health Unit. 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month. Confidential service: low-cost birth control, and STI testing.

Thursday, August 14th • 12 p.m.: Seniors’ Luncheon at the Invermere Legion. $5, payable at the door. Please reserve your seat by calling Theresa at 250-342-9281 ext 1227.

Friday, August 15th • 5 - 8 p.m.: Alex Fong exhibition at Artym Gallery.

Artist will be in attendance. Show continues until August 21st. Check out artymgallery.com.

Saturday, August 16th • 10 a.m.: The Teddy Bears’ Picnic for ages 3 - 5 years at the Radium Park, presented by the Radium Public Library.

• 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.: Ontario artist David Grieve will show new work while creating on-site at Effusion Art Gallery.

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Sunday, August 17th • 7 a.m. - 7 p.m.: In the Footsteps of Conrad Kain: Hike to Lake of the Hanging Glacier with Pat Morrow. For details and to register, visit wildnaturetours.ca.

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Village Arts exhibition shines and contemporary artwork, Kari Asselin’s outstanding beauty products, Stephen Leibowitz’s visually enticing postcards, Norman Kendricks mixedThe Village Arts is currently showcasing six new talented and media wildlife scenes and Darlene and Fred Hare’s rare hearts. prolific artists in their beautiful locaA combination of original work tion on 7th Avenue, the main street contributed from the Stoney Nakota of downtown Invermere.

Sioux Nation at Eden Valley is also on The non-profit artisan co-op was created in 1983 and features the DIVINE BEAUTY — Kari Asselin’s display, capturing the beauty and the work of local artisans in the valley. beauty products make a nice addition heart of these particular First Nations Set up as a trendy marketplace for to the Village Arts’ current display. people. Beautiful and unique leather Photo by Erin Knutson beading and needlework capture the original arts and crafts, the artistfriendly establishment serves as an excellent venue for eye and the heart of all of who care to listen to the story consumers and artists. behind the stunning body of work.

Laurie Sommerfeld is the architect behind the col“It’s an opportunity to show off new work, people are responding to it, and it’s a good boost,” said Village lection; she found herself working with the Stoney Nakota Sioux Nation in 2008, and discovered that their Arts co-op member Chris Jones.

Among the talented artists being featured is Trish reserve was the poorest in the province of Alberta.

Croal with her extraordinary mixed-media feathers, LauContinued on page 14 . . . rie Morrone with an original combination of traditional

By Erin Knutson Special to The Pioneer

Effusion hosts Busby magic

By Stephen Lebovits Effusion Art Gallery

an indie design/illustration firm creating brand identities, printed works, environmental graphics, web designs, illustrations, broadWhen an artist’s intent is cast designs and animation. to express “the illuminating But it is in the last 10 years and profoundly moving chaotic forces that provide an unlimited that Busby’s personal work has visual pageant,” one must ingarnered recognition from gallervestigate, either to dispel or acies across Western Canada, while knowledge them. also being placed in several muON FOREVER — Verne Busby’s ilnicipal and governmental estabVerne Busby is that artist, luminating work brings magic to the who, with his vast array of expelishments. valley.

Photo submitted rience in various mediums, has His current works analyze forms and spaces, not from a traditional or been creating for more than 30 years.

After receiving multiple diplomas from 1972 prescribed point of view, but from an intuitive, through 1977, Busby jumped headlong into the visceral one. advertising world, where he soon partnered with Continued on page 13 . . .

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It’s hard to believe this is Patterson is renowned the second Friday evening in for his sense of colour and August already! This Friday, form. He is the quintessenNeil Patterson will be in attial impressionist painter, ustendance for the opening reing shape, colour and texture ception of his show from 5 to rather than detail to express 8 p.m. This is an amazing opthe subjects of his work. portunity to meet this worldYou shouldn’t miss any renowned painter! of the Friday night opening Neil Patterson is an icon receptions, but you can see in the western Canadian art all the works online at www. scene and his work is among ICONIC ART ­— An oil painting by Artym-featured artymgallery.com. Here is the most recognized pieces artist Neil Patterson entitled “Foothills Fall Colours.” your clue for the next Friday found at the Artym (and col- Photo submitted artist (August 15th): this walectors and fans of his work are simultaneously sur- tercolour painter is renowned for his vibrant colours, prised and elated that he will be coming to Invermere his whimsical subjects (like cows and penguins — tofor this show: “Really?! He will be here? That’s fantas- gether!) and his fun-loving personality which inevitably tic!”). He has spent a great deal of his career teaching, comes across in his work.

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. . . ‘Effusion’ from page 12 Internal and external landscapes play off each other becoming transitory images whose intent is to express, in paint, the illuminating and profoundly moving chaotic forces that provide an unlimited visual pageant.

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“The closer you engage your viewpoint, the more the picture fades away and the imagery transforms into the qualities of paint shapes, textures, surface, sensitive lines and colour. Within those abstract marks you can re-engage your subject, recreate a snapshot in time, make a historical observation, or possibly record the glimpse of a current dream.”

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“I saw most people had nothing to do and no way to earn money.

They told me stories of trading posts run by white people, only giving them a few dollars for their work.

I told them I would pay what they sold for at the Trading Post,” said Ms. Sommerfeld in a statement made to the Village Arts Board.

Her valiant effort to encourage an alternative livelihood for the First Nation’s people as a way to turn a profit and encourage their children to follow suite, led to exhaustion with the amount of work showing up. After prompting the Village Arts to consider the gorgeous compilation of work, an alliance was formed and the merchandise now has a home at

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By Erin Knutson Special to The Pioneer When Dianne Peterson saw a photo in The Pioneer courtesy of the Windermere Valley Museum (“Stampede storytelling inspired by ‘Historical Lens’” in the June 27th issue of The Pioneer) identifying a valMYSTERY MAN — The above white-shirted bronco rider, ley bronco rider as Allen originally slated as Allen Tegart is now believe to be nowTegart, she was stunned deceased valley resident John Bowers.

File photo by the man’s likeness to Hanna spurred the young rider on in the her father, John Bowers.

“The man in the white shirt held a defi- early ‘50s, where he also worked on farms nite resemblance to my father,” commented in the Hanna and Sundre areas.

“He competed early on in saddleback Ms. Peterson on the uncanny familiarity.

A call to former Invermere rodeo rid- bronc riding, bareback riding, and also er Wayne Price who was interviewed for competed in the Invermere rodeo. Dad the story confirmed her suspicions. Allen often wore pressed white shirts, similar to Tegart would have been the pick-up rider the one the rider is wearing in the picture with the dark hat on his head and hand in — perhaps because in those days they only had one good shirt,” said Ms. Peterson on the air, he said.

“We think this photograph was taken the classic appearance of her father.

After moving to Wilmer in 1953, somewhere between 1953 and 1957,” said Ms. Peterson. “My father was born he married Katherine Reimer in the Old in Hanna, Alberta on September 2nd, Wilmer Church (they later divorced in 1927 and died on August 13th, 2006. the 1960s) and fathered three children His family were early pioneers in Hanna Linda, Danny, and Diane. Mr. Bowers and settled on a farm in 1913, until their also worked as a logger and Christmas tree cutter in the valley until the mid deaths in late 1958.”

The stylish bronco rider started fre- ‘60s when he moved to Calgary, where he quenting the rodeo early on in Hanna. spent the remainder of his life.

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Roasted Vegetable and Portobelo Mushroom Burger Submitted by Theresa Wood • • • • • • • •

2 whole grain rolls 1 clove of garlic 1 Tbsp of extra virgin olive oil ¼ cup balsamic vinegar 2 tsp of oregano 1 tsp garlic powder Salt and pepper to taste 2 portabella mushroom caps, wiped down with a wet towel • Small zucchini, sliced lengthwise • 1 red pepper Combine olive oil, balsamic vinegar, oregano, garlic powder, salt and pepper in a medium bowl. Coat mushrooms, zucchini, and red pepper in the oil mixture and let sit for about 15 minutes. Grill all the vegetables for about 5 minutes on each side or until heated through.

In the meantime toast up the rolls and rub each toasted roll with a garlic clove. The garlic will melt right in to the toast infusing a rich, garlic flavour through out the bread.

Top with additional toppings: my favourites are guacamole, tomato, and mozzarella. Enjoy!

Summer-tastic Frozen Raspberry Margaritas Submitted by Jean Plaxton Fill a blender half full of ice. Add 1/2 a can of Minute Maid Limeade concentrate. 6 oz tequila, 2 oz Triple Sec, 2 cups of frozen raspberries. Add 2 cups of water and blend. Blend to desired consistency.

Serve with a thick wedge of lime which should be squeezed over the margarita before drinking.

Serves one friend from university whose marriage is breaking up or 4 happily married people.

Recipes Beer Can Chicken Submitted by Jim Neilsen Serves 8 and takes 20 minues per pound to cook. Cook at 375° F or 190° C for one hour on either the barbecue or the stove. Use a 3 ½ – 4 lbs (1.75 – 2 Kg) roasting chicken for each of these recipes.

Cook over indirect heat, at about medium high. Mix all rub ingredients together in a bowl. Rub over the chicken and under the skin if possible.

Spice rub: 2 tsp (10 ml) dry mustard 1 tsp (5 ml) seasoning salt 1 tsp (5 ml) black pepper ½ tsp (2 ml) cayenne ½ tsp (2 ml) cumin ½ tsp (2 ml) garlic powder 1 Tbsp (15 ml) Italian seasoning 1 tsp (5 ml) chipotle mango seasoning In the can: • Brown ale • 2 tsp (10 ml) of the spice rub

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Succulent barbecue ribs Submitted by Leslie Farrington Cut 4lbs of pork side ribs, place them in a roasting pan, and place on the barbecue at 400 F for 1 1/2 hours, turning every 20 minutes.

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YOUR MONEY Pros and cons of annuities

With the plethora of investment products available to Canadians, it can be challenging to determine which options are best. The following are the pros and cons of owning annuities.

What is an annuity?

An annuity is a contract with a life insurance company where a person deposits a lump sum of money in exchange for a guaranteed income stream. The insurance company pays the holder of an annuity a portion of their principal deposit back each month plus a portion of investment earnings.

The annuity payments can last for a set period of time, or for the rest of one’s life. Payment amounts are based on several factors including long term interest rates, growth rate assumptions and how long the insured is expected to live.

Pros For most people, the best feature of an annuity is income certainty. Regardless of how long the annuity will last, the income payments don’t change.

Further, because they are essentially giving a person back their own money, annuity payments are subject to taxation on the interest portion of the payment only.

People who buy a life annuity will never have to worry about outliving their money, no matter how long they live. The insurance features of annuities ensure that payments will continue as long as one is alive. This can

make them especially attractive to people without an employer-sponsored pension.

If the annuity provider is a member of Assuris, the first $2,000 per month of annuity income is insured at 100 per cent and higher amounts are insured at 85 per cent. Due to the nature of annuities, and consolidations in the insurance industry, this can be an important feature.

Cons Like any investment, there certain disadvantages to owning annuities. As stated above, one of the primary components in calculating annuity payments are current assumptions of long-term interest rates. With interest rates at historical lows, it’s an unfavourable time for investors to buy annuities.

Conversely, it’s a great time for insurance companies to sell annuities. When interest rates return to normalized levels, the insurance company is the only party that benefits. That is because annuity payments stay locked regardless of interest rate changes.

Further, once an annuity is bought, no changes can be made to it. It cannot be cancelled, cashed in or otherwise redeemed. If interest rates go up, it can’t be swapped for another annuity. A person must be comfortable with the fact that they are losing control of the funds in an annuity.

To illustrate these points, consider a 65-year-old male who invested $100,000 in a life annuity. If he chose the most basic option, he would get the highest

income — about $537.30 per month for the rest of his life. At that rate, it would take him 15.5 years just to recover his $100,000. This means that he would have to live past age 80 to see any return on his investment. Additionally, when he passes away his money is forfeited to the insurance company, no matter when that is.

Finally, it’s important to understand that the insurance features of annuities are not free. Annuity payments are adjusted for the costs of insuring one’s guaranteed income, membership with Assuris, and other expenses associated with creating, selling and managing the annuity.

Final thoughts Annuities are a good choice for very conservative investors who don’t mind relinquishing their money in exchange for income. People should use caution, however, to ensure their annuity is set up in accordance with not only their income needs, but also their estate in mind.

Today’s ultra low interest rates make it a relatively poor time to buy annuities. Using today’s five-year GIC rate of 2.6 per cent, the 65-year-old man in the example above would have about $26,000 left after 15.5 years, and his estate would receive whatever was remaining upon his death.

If you would like more information about annuities, speak with your financial advisor. He or she will be happy to discuss your best options.

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This year’s Columbia Basin Culture Tour — taking place on Saturday, August 9th (tomorrow) and Sunday, August 10th from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. — features 85 locations, five of which are in the Columbia Valley community.

For the sixth year in a row, this self-directed, free-of-charge tour is an unique opportunity to meet the people creating the art and culture of the Columbia Basin.

The valley is part of the Northeast Basin region of the tour, which will feature two venues in Invermere (CastleRock Art Group, Caraway Pottery), two in Windermere (Art Heart and Soul, Sandpiper Studio) and one in Fairmont Hot Springs (Headwaters Art Society). Here is a sneak preview of what four of the venues have in store for the weekend, and visit www.cbculturetour.com for full details on all participating artists and venues.

Function and fashion

By Nicole Trigg Pioneer Staff Sandpiper Studio’s glass blowing team of Gordon Webster and Julie Gibb are opening up their workshop this weekend to anyone curious about their creative technique.

“You can stand relatively close,” said Julie. “There are a couple of angles where people can stand and watch; we’ll be doing 20 to 30-minute long demonstrations just making a vase from start to finish so people can get an idea of the process.”

The studio, which is home to a 200-pound furnace that melts the glass, is situated in a picturesque forest clearing located at 2151 Kootenay #3 Road.

Driving south on Highway 93/95, take a left at the Windermere Valley Golf HEAT HANDLERS —The Sandpiper Studio Course sign where Kootenay #3 Road gallery houses a beautiful display of glass-blown starts, and follow it as it veers right (it artistry.

Photo by Nicole Trigg becomes Windermere Loop Road if you head straight past the golf course) and should drop in between 11 a.m. and 2 you will see the Sandpiper Studio sign that p.m. points up the third driveway on the right.

And their product lines will be on disA Columbia Basin Tour sign will also mark play in their contemporary gallery: functhe turnoff. tional glassware from bowls to accessory Though their first open house wasn’t sets; custom installation light designs; and in conjunction with the event, they’ve Gordon’s eye-catching sculptural work. been a stop on the Basin Tour ever since.

“There are examples of all three lines “It’s our fifth open house so we’re in the show room,” said Julie, adding that kind of celebrating our fifth anniversary people can buy right out of the gallery. which is exciting,” said Julie.

Catch the Sandpiper Studio team in Sandpiper Studio will be open be- action before they head to the bi-annual tween 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. (the regular international trade show New York Now hours of the tour), but people who want next week to showcase their goods. Learn to catch them in the glass blowing act more at www.sandpiperstudio.ca.

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CastleRock trio readies for first show for the town to see how many talented people we have up in CastleRock,” said Ms. Deschenes, adding they know of many other artists in the subdivision, but that it was difA trio of artists from the CastleRock subdivision are ficult to get everybody into the show. gearing up for their first group show at this weekend’s CoThe three are quite excited not just about showing lumbia Basin Culture Tour. their works, but also about the venue, which has been rePainters Donna Deschenes, Laila Jensen and Trich stored to its former glory by its owner.

Gaul, all from CastleRock and going by the name Cas“I think its a great use of the building and the owner, tleRock Art Group, will be displaying their paintings at Nick Jeffery has been an enthusiastic supporter,” said Ms. the Heritage House Arts Jensen.

Center, located in one of InAll three say painting is vermere’s oldest homes. The absorbing for them, somepaintings on show will be a thing they often spend hours mix of styles, with Ms. Dedoing. schenes presenting mostly “It’s a passion. I just love oil-based painting, Ms. Gaul playing with colours,” said exhibiting all acrylic paintMs. Gaul. ings, and Ms. Jensen showing The Heritage House is mainly acrylics, but also some the orangish home directly oil and mixed media works. behind Safta’s, next to the “Since we all live in close dentist office, and the Casproximity to each other, we CULTURE QUEENS — CastleRock Art Group paint- tleRock Art Group will be just thought it would be nice ers Laila Jensen, Donna Deschenes and Trich Gaul will showing from 10 a.m. to 5 for us as neighbours to have display their paintings as part of the Columbia Basin p.m. on Saturday, August 9th Photo by Steve Hubrecht and Sunday, August 10th. a group show. It will be nice Culture Tour.

By Steve Hubrecht Pioneer Staff

Headwaters Art Society opens its doors

By Erin Knutson Special to The Pioneer An exciting peek into the Headwaters Art Society will be open to the public during the Columbia Basin Culture Tour on Saturday August 9th through Sunday, August 10th.

The Canal Flats-based organization will be opening its doors at their temporary venue for the weekend

— the Lions Den in Fairmont Hot Springs.

The exciting exhibition will host a myriad of art and artists, including a diverse collection of painters, tin-work, jewelry, mixed media and a host of impressive demonstrations.

“We’ve been incorporated for over three years now,” said Leslie Cartwright, a current Headwater Art Society board member.

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it smokes, and then after ten minutes you can take it out and have a look.”

Alice says she makes her pottery most Those taking part in the Columbia unique by limitless amounts of glazing; Basin Culture Tour won’t want to miss the most potters glaze their pieces just once, stop at Caraway Pottery in Invermere. she said.

In 1985, Potter Alice Hale had her stu“I use glaze after glaze after glaze; dio built right beside her home on Westside whatever I feel like doing, I do. You Road, and this weekend, her workshop will shouldn’t be limited to just one.” be open to anyone on the tour.

Alice’s works cover the full spectrum Between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. on Sat- between functional and decorative, and urday, August 9th and Sunday, August with a 2,500 cubic foot gas kiln, her art 10th, Caraway Pottery’s doors will be can come in any size. The decorative work open to allow an intifound at Caraway mate look inside.

Pottery is most often “I’ll have it arof scenes or landranged as nicely as I scapes familiar to the can,” said Alice. “I’ll Columbia Valley. be spending two days “My experiences getting it ready for come into my work,” the visitors.” she said, referring to a The most interwetlands landscape inesting time to show spired by a canoe trip. up over the weekend In a location will be at 10:30 a.m. that’s easy to find with on Sunday, when Ala studio loaded with ice will be demonAlice’s worldly array strating the producof skills and production of raku pottery. tions, those on the “It comes out red tour “are going to miss hot, and then gets INSPIRED POTTERY — Alice Hale seeing a lot of interplaced in a barrel with demonstrates her technique in front of her esting pottery if they sawdust and paper so Invermere studio. Photo by Dan Walton don’t come,” she said.

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The prolific organization calls the Columbia Discovery Centre in Canal Flats home.

From its conception, the centre has been a beacon and gather- CULTIVATING ART IN CANAL FLATS — ing place for artists looking to The Headwaters Art Society display at the Sumlearn, practise and expand their mer Agri Fair on July 27th. Photo by Nicole Trigg craft in an inspiring setting.

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GAS • PROPANE • DIESEL Freight & Passenger Depot

7507 Main St. West, Radium Hot Springs

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ROSS‛S POOLS & SPAS Commercial – Residential Installation – Maintenance – Repairs

Darren Ross Box 72, Canal Flats, B.C. V0B 1B0

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Septic Systems Installed ~ Pumped ~ Repaired Prefab Cement Tanks Installed Water Lines Dug and Installed Basements Dug

WINDERMERE 250-342-6805

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Your local choice! • 1756 Hwy 93/95, P.O. Box 2700, Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K0 Phone: 250-342-6500 • Toll Free: 1-888-341-2221 • Fax: 250-342-3484

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HERE TO SERVE YOU Invermere and East Kootenay Region

New Home Construction

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• Journeyman Carpenter • Contracting • Framing/Siding/Finishing • Timberframe • Custom Log Railing & Decks Scott Wilisky

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• Pleated Shades • Horizontal Blinds • Shutters

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DOUG & DAVIN HARTLEY

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GARAGE SALES

ANNOUNCEMENT

CHEERS & JEERS

CHEERS & JEERS

CHEERS & JEERS

CHEERS & JEERS

Sat. Aug. 9th 8 a.m., 7539 Revelstoke Ave., Radium. Multifamily, snowboard, skis, tools, table saw, baby gear/clothes, toys, woodstove and more.

Alcoholics Anonymous. If alcohol is causing problems or conflict in your life, AA can help. All meetings are at 8 p.m. For more information, please call 250-342-2424. Columbia United AA, Invermere: Saturday, Sunday, Tuesday, and Wednesday at the BC Service Building, South End – 624 4th St., Invermere.

Radium Friendship Group: Friday at the Catholic Church, East Side of Main St. With the exception of Tuesday, all meetings are open.

Cheers to Ina and her kids for trying so hard to return my lost iPhone. I really appreciate it!

Cheers to Kicking Horse Coffee for the deliciously thoughtful gifts.

Cheers to the woman who rescued two little dogs from a van outside a local grocery store and sat with them for at least 15 minutes, until their unappreciative owners were done shopping. They would have died without you. You are truly a good samaritan!

Cheers to the organizers of the Edgewater School Reunion, we had a great time. Good work!

1536 - 10th Street, Invermere, Sat. Aug. 9th from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. No early birds please. Please do not park on the grass.

Yard/fry, bread/craft sale Friday Aug. 8th, 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. Saturday Aug. 9th, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. toys furniture etc. Pontoon Rd., house #190.

ANNOUNCEMENT Al-Anon. Are you concerned about or affected by someone else’s drinking? If so, please join us. Al-Anon meets EVERY Monday in Invermere at 7:15 p.m. at the Canadian Martyrs Catholic Church, 712 – 12th Ave (behind the Invermere hospital). For information, please call 250-3428255.

Narcotics Anonymous meeting now available. Thursdays at 8 p.m. Call 250-342-1071 for more info.

CHEERS & JEERS Jeers to whoever took the Indian’s arm from Skookum. You will be missed.

Jeers to the state of Westside Road to Hoodoos, the chain of bumps coming into town and the dips, divots and humps down the Athalmer hill.

Happy

Jeers to the individuals who wrecked a little girl’s bike that had been left overnight at the skateboard park.

Jeers to the parents who treat the skateboard park like a babysitting service.

Cheers to hands-on learning and parents who encourage their children to leave the digital world behind and interact with nature.

Curious turtles don’t mind a little field trip as long as they are handled with care.

Cheers to Valley Alley Bowling Alley for welcoming Sonshine Daycare out of school program with open arms. The children had a great time!

Cheers to the hardworking volunteer Board of the Columbia Valley Community Foundation. You have helped lighten the financial burden of many students in this valley. Your generosity has inspired me to help others and give back to this wonderful community.

Cheers to Holly for the tremendous hospitality last week! We felt taken care of and had a lot of fun!

Birthday Ride on Isabell!

(a.k.a. Grandma)

Jeers to those of you who hire someone to cut your lawn and then are too lazy to clean up after your dog!! It’s disgusting. Would you hire someone to clean your house and then leave a big stinky mess in the bathroom for them? Of course not.

Maybe next time I’ll invite you to help me clean your pet’s excrement off my shoes and mower.

Cheers to Helga Boker seamstress extraordinaire. I love the beautiful Helga custom-made designer apron. Apron wearers take note: you too can be a fashion icon - in an apron no less!

Cheers to the Canal Flats volunteer fire-fighters, all the nice people who stopped to help both local and tourist, the RCMP officers, the ambulance staff and the guys at Club Towing all for their help and caring when we were in an accident just north of Canal Flats on June 29th.

Cheers to Erron Denby for assessing himself a two-stroke penalty for wearing his shirt inside out at the Windermere Men’s Night last week.

CHEERS to John Kennedy of Walkers Automotive for the super job you did in fixing my car. Cheers also to Ross, Jeanie, Kody and Mike for the excellent service you extend to this little old lady with every visit. You are the best!

Super cheers to our tour guide at the Community Greenhouse last Sunday. The fresh tomato with the nose was great. It’s so good that there’s a group of people doing so many fabulous things. Keep up the good work.

Jeers to the two women who left their two little dogs in their van, in front of the grocery store for over 20 minutes in 32 degree heat. So irresponsible. I am kicking myself for not recording your licence plate number.

Cheers to Jim D. for pointing out the irony in finding my superpower through something I used to despise. In my case, I found it through country music. Oh, the irony.

CHEERS to all the men and women battling the White Tail Brook forest fire. Your backbreaking efforts are greatly appreciated! Keep safe!

Cheers to a beautiful summer day.

Why can’t I have it off, really?

JEERS to all of my friends for not owning kayaks. Seriously, somebody take me kayaking.

Cheers to Kieran for his osteo touch that gave me back my mobility. Your care was deeply appreciated. You and Steph will be greatly missed. Safe travels for the adventures that await you!

Cheers to Ole the cat and his owner for paying it forward and paying for another client’s bill at the vet clinic!

Jeers to the people who found it necessary to leave close to 70 or more Copper Point “range golf balls” on top of Mt. Swansea. I’ve never seen a driving range up there and I’m sure that Copper Point would not be impressed with your use of their golf balls, which you most likely stole. Wrong on all counts.

Jeers to all the drivers who cannot figure out that the west exit of Canadian Tire does not have a left hand turn lane. If you are turning left there, you are on the wrong side of the road. I suppose the sign indicating right hand turn only is too small to see.

Jeers to the individual who keyed my car 2 years ago writing a message on it. Cheers to the individual who 2 days ago again keyed my car, by making the first message grammatically correct.

Jeers to campers who leave stuff on sites even though they aren’t there for days, sometimes a whole week!

How selfish! Everyone else want to camp too!

Jeers to whoever gave away ALL the local hideouts, now there is nowhere to escape!

Jeers to those responsible for ‘grading’ the Old Coach Trail from Dry Gulch to Radium. You’ve left nothing but an ugly strip of boulder-strewn dust. It is useless now for biking and hiking. What were you thinking?

Jeers to the new tacky sign for Radium north of the four-way.

What was wrong with the beautiful stone one closer to the actual boundary?

Cheers to the staff at Eagle Ranch Pro Shop for returning our grandson’s iPad. It made us all happy to have it returned.

Cheers to the lady in the café at Pynelogs for going beyond the call and helping me get some of my artist information to the gallery before the gallery was open for the day!

A huge cheers to the firefighters who have been fighting the fire up the Kootenay east of Canal Flats!

Also a huge cheers to the school board for allowing the fire fighters to set up camp at the school in Canal Flats!

Cheers to another year with my wonderful wife. You are the best!

LOST AND FOUND FOUND: Wednesday July 23rd, a towable inflatable boat toy. Please describe it to claim it. Call or text 403-605-9774.

Ring found near Pot Hole Park, contact 250-342-2446 to identify.

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STORAGE

COMMERCIAL SPACE

SUITE FOR RENT

HOUSE FOR RENT

HOUSE FOR SALE

MISC. FOR SALE

NEWHOUSE MULTI STORAGE Various sizes available.

Now with climate-controlled units.

Call 250-342-3637.

2,425 sq. ft. prime commercial space located at 1313 7th Ave., across from the Invermere Inn. Phone Leo at 250-342-3134.

Spectacular lake views.

Windermere, mostly furnished, N/S, references required. Main floor of house: 2-bdrm, 2-bath, patio, dishwasher, W/D, fireplace. $1,000/mo. + utilities. Available Sept. 1st, 403-651-2002 or marilyn. thompson@outlook.com.

Bright newer 3-bdrm + den, 2 full bath in the heart of Canal Flats.

Close to school, arena, park, bus stop and grocery store. Single car garage, 5 appliances, N/P, N/S. $900/mo + utilities 250-688-9575.

Available Sept. 1st, 2014.

4-bdrm, 2 and a half bathroom townhouse for sale in Swansea View.

Phone for details. 250-341-5216.

Full high gloss white kitchen cabinets, appliances, blue Kohler sink and countertop for sale.

In excellent condition. Already dismantled and ready for pick-up. $2,000 O.B.O. Call 403-880-2543.

STORAGE SPACE – assorted sizes, easy access, immediate availability, long-term or short-term. Deck Properties Warehouse, Industrial Park: 250-342-3166.

OFFICE SPACE For Lease: Micro office space, Panache Bldg., 250 - 300 sq. ft. each.

All new, available immediately.

Phone 250-342-5805.

Office Space for rent on Main Street, Invermere. 225 sq. ft., first floor, renovated. Contact Ben for more info. 250-688-0362.

COMMERCIAL SPACE Commercial space for rent, 503 7th Ave., formerly Valley Spas, 1,950 sq. ft., call 250-342-0603 or 250341-5845.

NEWHOUSE MULTI STORAGE 24 x 36 shop power included, propane heat at tenant’s expense, $650/mo first and last D.D. required. Contact Newhouse Multi Storage 250-342-3637.

Bright, modern, south facing commercial space at Chisel Peak Medical Centre (lower floor). 1,492 sq. ft., $13 per sq. ft. triple net.

Contact 250-342-5899.

Modern, bright, turnkey-ready space on the lower floor of the Chisel Peak Medical Centre. 1,015 sq. ft., $11 per sq. ft. triple net.

Contact 250-341-5187.

ACCOMMODATION WANTED Mature single person looking for a 1-bdrm home with a small yard for my border collie. Invermere preferred, long-term rental. Will consider a basement apartment if there is a wood stove. Please contact 250-341-6299 days, 250409-4104 evenings.

SUITE FOR RENT Invermere: affordable 1-bdrm and 2-bdrm apartments. $600 - $800/ mo. Includes all utilities. 250-3411182.

Radium: Fully furnished units for rent. Bedsitting, 1-bdrms, 2-bdrms.

N/S, pets negotiable. Call Joan at 250-342-7517 to view and check availability. Rent includes heat, hydro, cable and all linens.

STARTING AT $500/mo.

2-bdrm and 1 full bath basement suite in Canal Flats, $525/mo + utilities. Available Sept. 1st, 2014, 250-688-9575.

Radium: Nice 2-bdrm apartment.

Fridge, stove, dishwasher, washer, dryer, fireplace and hardwood floors. Utilities included. $900/mo.

Available Sept. 1st. Call 250-3476420.

Windermere: meticulous 4-bdrm home available for 1 or 2 people from Sept. - June. Rent is $750/mo + utilities. Call 250-342-2135.

Windermere, furnished, 1-bdrm home, lovely yard, N/S, pets considered, references required. $675 plus utilities. Available Sept.

1st. 403-619-1540.

CONDO FOR RENT

Make only one payment of $725/ mo for one bedroom, large semibasement suite. Shared laundry.

Info 250-342-9404.

Windermere Akiskinook Resort: 1-bdrm furnished condo, wifi, 42” Plasma TV, beach, hot tub, pool. $800/mo + hydro. N/S, N/P. Sept.

- June. allwest@shaw.ca or 403293-3870.

HOUSE FOR RENT

MOBILE HOME

Executive 3-bdrm, 3 bath home in Windermere on large lot with lake and mountain views. Available Sept. 1st, $1,400/mo includes internet and satellite T.V. N/S, N/P. References required. Details 250688-0798.

1996, 14x70 Mobile Home for Sale #4a Lambert Rd, Juniper Heights 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, big sunny deck nice view of Mt. Swansea, close to bike trails. Shed and green house included. Asking $58,000 ph 250-342-5444.

For Sale

Don’t see it here?

MISC. FOR SALE Brass Princess Double Bed with frame, decorative curved brass head and footboards. Call Sharon 250-688-1365.

Aluminum Checker Plate, Box Liner, Tailgate protector, side rails, boat rack, dry box, full length running boards that fits Ford F350 8’ Box. $1,700 O.B.O. Phone 250-342-6226 Day, 250-347-9934 night.

Check out our private sale listings in our Valley Echo Publications!

Sell it faster with us!

Call Cheryl Williams at 250-341-6299.

VEALLEY CHO

The Invermere

Rockies West Realty Independently Owned and Operated

492 Highway 93/95, Invermere, BC

Kim Collens

Representative

toll free: 1.877.342.3427 cell: 250.342.1671

kim@rockieswest.com www.kimcollens.com

BLUEBERRY NECTARINE SALAD ¼ cup Granulated Sugar ¾ cup Blueberries 1 tsp Lemon Rind, grated 1 tblsp Lemon Juice 6 Nectarines, cut ½ tsp Ginger root, minced into ¾ inch cubes 3 large Basil Leaves, chopped

Invitation to Tender The Village of Canal Flats is accepting bids for the expansion of the Fire Hall.

The Fire Hall must be able to maintain operations during construction. The lock-up stage must be completed by November 30th 2014, and total completion by spring 2015.

Add nectarines, blueberries, lemon juice, ginger and basil leaves and toss to combine.

Construction review site will take place August 18th to 22nd from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Contact Village Office to set up an appointment.

It is mandatory to do a site review between 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. August 11th to 15th 2014.

The lowest bid will not necessarily be accepted.

The Village reserves the right to reject any or all tenders, to waive defects in any bid or tender documents and to accept any tender or offer which it may consider to be in the best interest of the Village. The lowest bid or any tender will not necessarily be accepted. References will be requested.

Submissions can be made by email or mailed no later than 4 p.m. on Friday August 29th 2014.

Submissions can be made by email or by mail no later than 4 p.m. on Friday August 29th 2014.

Submission of Quotation directed to,

Submission of Quotation Directed to:

Bill Doroshuk Village of Canal Flats Box 159, Canal Flats, B.C. V0B 1B0 bill.doroshuk@canalflats.ca

Firewood, bagged or bulk, free local delivery. 250-342-3040 or aranwood@hotmail.com.

In a microwaveable bowl, microwave sugar, lemon rind and 1 cup water at high for 30 seconds; whisk until sugar is dissolved and then let cool.

The Village of Canal Flats is seeking bids for Excavation of 600 feet of ditch, Re-slope, clean up banks, and haul materials away at Painted Ridge.

Attention:

2-bdrm, 2 full bath, W/D, F/S, dishwasher and microwave. R2000 certified. All on one floor. Located downtown close to shopping and beach. Asking $285,000. Serious inquiries only. Call 250-342-2274.

Recipe Of The Week

PO Box 159, Canal Flats, B.C. V0B 1B0 Phone: 250-349-5462 Fax: 250-349-5460 village@canalflats.ca

PO Box 159, Canal Flats, B.C. V0B 1B0 Phone: 250-349-5462 Fax: 250-349-5460 village@canalflats.ca

CONDO FOR SALE

Attention:

Brian Woodward, CAO Village of Canal Flats Box 159, Canal Flats, B.C. V0B 1B0 bwoodward@canalflats.ca

A lovely summer salad!

See all my recipes at recipes.kimcollens.com

Home Of The Week Wonderful Windermere!

Great half acre lot with mature trees, mountain views and glimpses of the lake. Recently updated cottage with four bedrooms and oversized garage for your toys!

$499,900

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MISC. FOR SALE

VEHICLES FOR SALE

8’ X 12’ UTILITY SHED FOR SALE

1998 Chev. Lumina 4DS, $1,800, 1234 5th St., 250-342-6134.

Previously used for 4 months as Visitor Information Center in Fairmont HS, B.C. Selling on behalf of Fairmont Business Association to raise funds for community initiatives. Fully assembled, cedar sided, drop-down window, lockable door.

Ready to be moved as is. $3,000 O.B.O. Contact Steve 250-427-0998 for inquiries.

250 US gallon tanks for sale. Very versatile, plastic w/ metal 6” opening, 2’ discharge, 125 lbs. $200 for 1 or $300 for 2. Call George. 250347-9500.

BOATS FOR SALE 1992 Sea Ray 115 hp Mercury engine. Good condition. 250-3428787. $5,000.

1980 Campion fibreglass boat for details see http://calcna. ab.ca/~ingram/boat.

VEHICLES FOR SALE 1993 Oldsmobile 88, excellent condition unbelievable kms. Blue in color, $5,000. Call Grant at 250347-6869 or 403-312-6565.

FITNESS ZUMBA FITNESS - JULIE PARENT Zumba Classes in August run from August 11th to September 3rd, Mondays and Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m. at Peaks Dance Works Studio across from Invermere Post Office. For more info please call 250-341-5474 or Facebook Zumba Fitness - Julie Parent.

SERVICES Home Building and Renos Chuck Newhouse Builders 250-342-3637 chucknew@telus.net NEED A PASSPORT or VISA PHOTO? ...guaranteed to meet Passport specifications or your money back or complimentary re-take!

Walk-ins accepted; appointments preferred.

Ready in an hour.

KRS Photography Printing - Picture Framing 505-7th Avenue Invermere Open Tuesday-Saturday 10-5 or by appointment.

Look for the red door behind the Invermere Laundromat! www.kimberleyrae.ca or 250-342-5102 Dryer Vent and Furnace Cleaning and inspections. Call AQUAIR today!

250-342-5089.

Water treatment and purification, includes drinking water systems, softeners and conditioners, iron filters. Call AQUAIR, 250-342-5089.

Heaven’s Best Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning Environmentally friendly products.

Dry in 1 hour! Call 250-688-0213 or visit www.heavensbest.ca .

HEALTH & WELLNESS

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SERVICES

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photography studio picture framing passport photos …look for the red door behind the Invermere Dry Cleaners!

250-342-5102 “I would happily recommend Shannon’s Blinds. Her service was outstanding, and she went above & beyond our expectations.

The quote was fair and install was absolutely painless. I will be passing her name on to all our friends.” Lynette New – “Drapery & much more” Phantom Retractable Screen Doors Shannon’s Blinds & Designs 250-342-5749.

BE INSPIRED at The Painted Porch!

Why just paint when you can CREATE with FAT Paint! Chalk stylepainting workshops. Call Teresa at 250-342-0002 and book your spot today!

HELP WANTED Invermere Petro-Can is currently accepting resumes for F/T and P/T employment. Apply in person to 185 Laurier Street, Invermere between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.

Black Forest is looking for a summer hostess, kitchen help and a part-time daytime cleaner.

Email resumes to careers@ blackforestrestaurant.com or drop off resumes between noon and 5 p.m.

HELP WANTED Black Forest Restaurant is hiring.

Cook, $12 - $14 per hour. 40 hours per week. Email resumes to careers@blackforestrestaurant.com or drop off resumes between noon and 5 p.m.

Wanted full-time Grapple Skidder Operator. Wage depending on experience. 250-342-5420.

Strands Old House Restaurant is accepting resumes for evening bartenders. P/T dishwasher/ kitchen help. Apply to Tony Wood at tony@strandsrestaurant.com or 250-342-6344 or 250-342-5745.

The Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) is the nation’s leading not-for-profit, private land conservation organization, working to protect our most important natural areas and the species they sustain. NCC has an opening for a full-time Administrative/ Philanthropy Assistant, based in Invermere. Please see http://www. natureconservancy.ca/en/whowe-are/work-with-us/ for more details on this position.

Quiniscoe Homes is seeking a reliable, motivated carpentry apprentice who is looking for a career in the construction industry.

Applicant must have valid driver’s licence. Please submit resume to info@quiniscoe.ca.

Dusk Building Systems is currently hiring employees for their truss and wall panel plants.

Please submit resume to info@ duskbuildingsystems.com or fax to 250-342-3427.

E. F. E. lawn maintenance is looking for hard working individuals. Wage depending on experience, must have valid driver’s licence. Please contact 250-342-5645.

SHELLEY’S SHINERS CLEANING SERVICE

FULL-TIME, PART-TIME & ON-CALL EMPLOYMENT! Must be reliable, bondable and hardworking. Driver’s licence preferred.

Full training program provided. Year-round work with room to advance! Starting at $13.00/HR Please send resumes to: shiner@cyberlink.ca Contact Erin: 250-347-6868

0911611 BC LTD o/a Tim Hortons 496 Highway 93/95 Invermere, B.C. V0A 1K2

Part and Full-time Positions Available Start date: ASAP

Food Service Supervisor Permanent, Shift

Food Counter Attendant Permanent, Shift

Job description available in store 7 positions available No education required One to two years experience required.

Nights/early mornings/weekends $12.12/hour + medical/ dental/group benefits.

Job description available in store 12 positions available No education or experience required.

Nights/overnights/early mornings/weekends. $11.05/hour + medical/dental/ group benefits.

Apply in person, via email (timhortons.invermere@gmail.com) or by fax (250-341-3177) for both positions.

Join the Invermere A&W Team!

We’re looking for a few good people who are interested in joining our awesome guest service and kitchen teams!

We Offer: • Stable year-round employment • Competitive wages • Benefit plan for full-time staff available after 6 months of employment • Scholarship program for students • Flexible schedules to meet your needs • Uniform and training provided • Friendly and fast paced work place environment • Opportunities for advancement

Apply in person or at www.aw.ca

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The Columbia Valley Pioneer • 29 . . . ‘Historical Lens’ on page 15

“My parents were divorced and we were disconnected from my father for many years. I recall that he loved pictures of horses, the rodeo, and he was passionate about watching it,” recalled Ms. Peterson.

Five medals in total are confirmed from the winnings of John Bowers riding days. “He always signed his name on the back of the medals — it was tradition.”

Competing well into the 1960s, the white-shirted rider left a stamp on the valley if not in the hearts of his estranged family members.

“My father struggled with alcoholism for many years. It wasn’t until the last ten years of his life that he stopped drinking; that’s when we sort of reconnected,” said Ms. Peterson.

The photograph is bringing the family together in a profound way.

“It was amazing and so exciting. I went to the museum to clarify the photograph and asked the opinions of extended family members about the identityREWARDING of the rider.”

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mented that he always had freshly pressed white shirts — the hairline and the shape of the face is also exactly the same as my father.”

The emergence of the photograph brought the entire family together, giving them a piece of their father’s heart.

“He was a very kind man. He was a very quiet man with twinkling blue eyes and he liked to joke a bit, a true cowboy at heart. He never had any unkind words for anybody,” said Ms. Peterson on her father’s disposition.

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August 8, 2014

Wow! The 2014 Tour of the Arts and Invermere MusicFest took over the CPR Lodge and Pynelogs grounds on Sunday, August 3rd. What can we say? If you weren’t there, you definitely missed out.

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FAITH

Take honey with lemon

By Father Gabriel St. Joseph’s Catholic Church “Take honey with lemon in hot water,” Peggy repeated. Advice for my cold and sore throat a while ago.

She also got some lemon tea and recommended, very affectionately as all mothers do, “Don’t forget to use them” and added, “We don’t want to see you sick.” Most often families and friends help us with these natural cures for simple ailments like colds and sore throats. We are very much grateful for their care and love.

While I was attending a meeting last week, a companion of mine brought a jar of honey to the hall and invited the participants to use honey generously, either in their coffee or tea. He also said, “you know, honey is good for health.” It sparked the thought-provoking riddle which Samson posed in Judges 14:14, “Out of the eater came something to eat, and, Out of the strong came something

sweet.” In 14:18, we get the answer to this riddle, “What is sweeter than honey, and what is stronger than a lion?”

The Psalms exalt honey not only because of its flavour and fragrance, but also because it is a metaphor used for God’s wisdom and knowledge. In Psalm 119:103 we read, “Your promise, how sweet to my palate. Sweeter than honey to my mouth!” and in Psalm 19:9-10 the psalmist writes, “The awe-inspiring presence of God is pure, lasting for ever, more desirable than gold. His words are sweeter than honey and even than honey that drips from the comb.”

Kids love honey. People of all age groups enjoy honey, not only for its medical benefits, but also for its great taste. It energizes those who take it, because it is an energy booster, it boosts our immune system, helps digestion and relieves fatigue. Honey has anti-tumour properties.

But the Bible also cautions in Proverbs 25:27: “It is not good to eat too much of honey, as it is not glorious to seek one’s glory. But eat honey in moderation, it is good for health, the drippings of the honey comb are sweet to your taste.” (Proverbs 24:13) Above all, “Taste and see (savour) the Lord is good” (Ps 34:8) and all those who eat the wisdom always witness, “I ate it, and it tasted sweet as honey.” (Ezekiel 2:3) The Lord invites us to taste and savour him, as we taste and savour honey. Shall we consider responding positively to his invitation?

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Saturday, 4:30 p.m.: at St. Anthony’s, Canal Flats.

Saturday, 5 p.m. and Sunday, 9 a.m.: at Canadian Martyrs’ Church in Invermere Sunday, 11 a.m.: at St. Joseph’s Church in Radium.

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Friend of the Ktunaxa Nation Dr. Shannon Page is honoured with the gift of a ceremonial blanket by (from left) Akisqnuk First Nation Health Manager Patsy Nicholas and Akisqnuk First Nation Councillor Lucille Shovar at a pow wow on July 16th that was part of the Ktunaxa Nation Council’s Annual General Meeting held at the Akisqnuk First Nation July 16th and 17th.

Akisqnuk First Nation Councillor Donald Sam is at far right. Dr. Page has been serving Aboriginal clients with regular visits to the Akisqnuk First Nation’s Health Centre since 2004. She is credited with improving the overall level of health of Aboriginal people in the Columbia Valley.

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August 8, 2014

A Marval-lous trail COLUMBIA VALLEY Columbia Valley Greenways Trail Alliance

GREENWAYS

One of my favourite TRAIL ALLIANCE hikes in the whole region — the Aurora Creek/Marval Pass Trail — is also one of the hardest to get to. Aurora COLUMBIA ALLEY Creek is a pretty mountain stream tumbling V down from the continental divide just south of Mount Assiniboine Provincial Park. This hike can be done as a day hike up to Aurora Lake, also known as Cabin Lake due to the remains of the old warden’s boundary log cabin still standing on the north side of the lake, or it can be part of a TRAIL ALLIANCE circuit all the way around Mount Assiniboine.

To get to the trailhead, go north on Highway 93 from Radium to Settler’s Road, then left onto the Palliser Forest Service Road at the 12-kilometre mark. At the 14-kilometre marker, go left onto Cross River Forest Service Road.

At the 32-kilometre marker, go left again to the Mitchell Forest Service Road and (finally) at 37 kilometres, turn right onto the Aurora Creek Forest Service Road. This is a very rough road so be sure to borrow a friend’s sports car, or your wife’s minivan so you can save the wear and tear on your pickup truck. Seriously, this road requires a sturdy,

GREENWAYS

the rock garden — have fun navigating this test of trail-finding skills.

Wherever you pop out of the rock garden, you will be looking at beauhigh-clearance vehicle, and some tiful rolling alpine meadows. Find off-road skills come in handy. If the trail again and head on up to you are lucky and the bridges don’t the continental divide. Eventually, fail, you will drive five kilometres the trail will split right at the Banff up the road to a log landing where National Park boundary. There is a you should see a rock cairn to indisign at this point that cracks me up: cate the trailhead. Important note: it says “Be Aware, You Are in Bear at three kilometres up the road, you Country.” A nice thing to find out will see a trailhead sign indicating the hike starts here — IGNORE TRAIL TOIL — The Aurora Creek/Marval after three to four hours of hiking. unless you want to hike an extra 1.5 Pass Trail is remote but you won’t regret the To go to Cabin Lake, take the right hours to get to where you should effort it takes to get there. Photo submitted fork of the trail. To go over the divide and into Alberta and Marval have parked your truck.

The trail itself gives you a bit of everything. Spectacu- Lake, go left. The lake is only one more kilometre from lar high mountain scenery surrounds you from the mo- the junction and it is one of the prettiest alpine lakes you ment you step out of the vehicle, and the sense of remote- will ever see. The specifics of this hike are as follows: Total distance to Cabin Lake: seven kilometres (it is ness is immediate. Mount Eon is to the left and Alcantara dominates the right side of the Aurora Valley. Mount Au- an out-and-back route, so 14 total) Trailhead elevation: 1,400 metres rora flanks the lake at the top. The first phase of the trail Maximum elevation: 2,190 metres is through a mature (although mountain pine beetle-devMap reference: 82J/13 Mtn Assiniboine astated) forest of lodgepole pine, spruce and fir. There are This trail is an all-day experience and should be on numerous small creek crossings, so water is always availevery hiker’s bucket list! able. As you start to break out of the forest, you will climb This week’s column was written by Lyle Wilson with Nipika a steeper traverse though larch (great in late fall) gradually hiking into sub-alpine vegetation. There is a pretty Mountain Resort, part of the Columbia River Greenways Alliheadwall waterfall on the left side of the trail with a pond ance, a non-profit organization working to develop a network of above it, good for possible wildlife sightings. Next comes trails in the Valley. Visit www.greenways.ca. Happy Trails!

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