21 • The Columbia Valley Pioneer
December 11, 2009
Road to Rescue hits a bump Terri and Dave Wolfe of Wolfe Construction donated $5,000 for the Road to Rescue campaign last Thursday, December 3rd. The cheque was accepted by Tom McNeil of Invermere Fire Department (right) and Rick Hoar of Lake Winderemere District Lions Club (left). Rick said the rescue vehicle project met a hurdle recently when it was turned down for a grant from the B.C. gaming branch. “Had we been successful, the grant would have put us very close to achieving our funding goal,” Rick said. “So far it has been our local people and businesses that have risen to the cause.” The campaign has raised $320,000, which is $100,000 short of its target. “While we wish everyone a safe and merry Christmas, those looking to make a charitable donation to a worthy cause at this time of year, please think of the rescue vehicle.” Donations can be made to the Lions Club by contacting Rick Hoar at 250-342-9482.
Public Information INVERMERE’S 1ST ANNUAL WINTERLUDE
The 1st Annual Winterlude will be held on January 22nd, 2010 at 6 p.m. at the Kinsmen Beach. Come help us celebrate the beauty of our Lake Windermere in the winter and being one of the few communities across the country to host an Olympic Torch celebration. There will be stage performances along with skating, shinny and other winter activities. Refreshments will be available for you to sip or nibble on while warming up by the fire pits. Don’t forget to watch some of the famous curling on the lake and cheer on your favourite teams! The evening will end with a fantastic fireworks show from the ice! Watch for more information as the weeks get closer!
CALLING ALL LOCAL TORCH BEARERS IN THE COLUMBIA VALLEY
If you have been selected to carry the Olympic torch, now that you are allowed to share this exciting news, we would like to know who you are so we can honour everyone that has been given this incredible opportunity. If you have been chosen as one of the lucky few, please let Kindry know by phoning 250-342-9281 or emailing kdalke@invermere.net.
COMMUNITY CELEBRATIONS VOLUNTEER REQUIREMENTS
All activities associated with the production of the Vancouver 2010 Olympic Winter Games require the commitment and participation of its volunteers. This is certainly the case with torch relay community celebrations. Below is a brief description of the various roles and responsibilities that require volunteer crew support. It is essential that persons wishing to participate be able and willing to perform the described roles as well as agree and commit to the time requirements outlined. For more information, please consult the website at www.invermere.net for a full description of each volunteer position. We look forward to working with you in producing an extraordinary and memorable community celebration.
Stagers (8 volunteer crew) Stagers provide the “muscle” for the celebration staging team. Volunteer crew for this team must be able to lift and carry up to 20 kilograms (44 pounds). They must be able and willing to work in all extreme outdoor weather conditions with limited breaks. This role is not for the lighthearted but is truly the critical backbone of the celebration production team!
Security (6 volunteer crew) The security crew set up directional/control signage and then control access to secure areas of the celebration site. These crew members must be reliable and trustworthy.
Show Runners (3 Volunteer crew)
Show runners serve as production assistants to various departments during the set-up hours and then as operational personnel during the actual celebration.
Mascot Performers and Handlers (4 Volunteer crew) The mascot crew are required to execute the mascot performance at the celebration.
Media Relations (2 Volunteer crew) Media relations crew will assist the VANOC media specialist with setting up a media registration desk and the media zone as well as staffing these 2 areas.
Special Situations All Hands (if required — everyone is asked to help in this situation) All hands are needed to install truck-plywood roadways if the celebration is schedule for a grass/soft field.
Coca Cola’s Recycling Team (6 Volunteer crew)
Setters (2 volunteer crew)
Help make the torch celebration an environmentally friendly area, by helping to pick up garbage and recyclables
Setters serve as hospitality and location managers. They must be able to lift folding tables and chairs, help deliver and set up personnel holding areas, and maintain clean and orderly areas. The physical demands of this team are minimal; warm personalities and commitment to detail and hospitality are essential.
If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Kindry Dalke at 250-342-9281 or kdalke@invermere.net and specify which position you would like to volunteer for. For more information regarding each volunteer position, please look on the website at www.invermere.net