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Youth Camp Dedicated On Saturday, September15th, the Intermountain Christian Camp (AKA - The Bundy Youth Ranch) north of Fairfield was host to a celebration of a milestone the completetion of the multi-use building. Folks from more than a dozen Idaho communities, as well as several surrounding states, gathered together for a BBQ, a chance to tour the building and the grounds, and to celebrate the Lord’s provision of a great youth camp. If you would a closer look at what goes on in the foothills of the Soldier Mountains, they will be holding their 17th
annual Christian Men’s Retreat this weekend, September 20-22. Call 764-2204 or go to iccfairfield.com. Cost is $60. Bring your son or grandson. Throughout the summer ICC offers camps for all ages of kids from 2nd grade through high school, and if you are a Paintball fan, they have an extra special camp. Offered in June of each year, the SWAT Leadership Camp takes high school students through a 10-day mini boot camp (not for the faint of heart). Only 16 young men will be accepted into the training. So, start thinking about it now (applications accepted in February). ICC is a great asset to the Fairfield community, but it would have never happened without the many volunteers. A particular honor needs to be given to Wayne and Geraldine Dake who spend many years living at the camp as managers and caretakers, and to the Gray Family of Gooding who’s generous donations have helped make this camp debt free.
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TWIN FALLS, ID - Every year, wildfires clear thousands of acres of vegetation, frequently revealing artifacts of cultural and historical significance. When these relics become exposed, they often contribute to learning more about the history of the area, and the BLM very much appreciates those members of the public who report these findings to them for further research and enhancement of the agency’s own historical records. On the other hand, the exposure of these relics creates opportunity for vandalism or theft of precious resources. ”While the disturbance of relics is many times innocent in nature, it is important to remember that there are federal laws in place designed to protect these artifacts and historic symbols,” said BLM Burley Field Office Archeologist Suzann Henrikson. “As many acres have burned - close to 400,000 BLM acres on the Twin Falls District alone - we thought this would be a good time to remind our recreating public of the regulations surrounding picking up an arrowhead or other relic from public land.” Archaeological Resources Protection Act (ARPA) was passed in 1979 and prohibits activities including excavation, removal, and damaging or otherwise altering or defacing archaeological resources on public lands without a permit. The sale, purchase, exchange, transport or receipt of any illegally removed archaeological
Tonight at the Gooding Friday Night at the Camas County Library County Museum 2000 miles... in a Wagon Train? See page 3.....
Author Judith Freeman See page 3.....