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GARLIC SCAPE BASIL PESTO
INGREDIENTS
• 1 cup garlic scapes, cut into 1″ pieces
• 1 cup fresh basil leaves
• 1/3-1/2 cup walnuts or Pine nuts or sunflower seeds
• 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 1 Tablespoon lemon juice Sea salt and pepper, to taste
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Events Schedule:
Saturday July 20
9am GATES OPEN
10am Team Roping registration (upper arena)
11am Team Roping (upper arena)
12 noon Ranch Hand (lower arena)
1:30pm Trail Registration (lower arena)
2pm Trail (lower arena)
3pm Calf Scramble kids event (upper arena)
3:30pm Mounted Shooting (lower arena)
4pm Cowhide Race (upper arena)
5pm The FMX Crew (ball field)
6pm GATES CLOSE
6:30pm Dance
Sunday July 21
9am GATES OPEN
9:30am Gymkhana Registration (lower arena) (Continued on page 7)
GARAGE SALES
Yard Sale 407 3rd Ave Burns lake Starting June 8th and running every Sat from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm June-August. We have toys, dolls, household items, jewelry, books and so much more adding new items every week. Cheap, cheap prices
SERVICES
Advertise your service here for $10/week
LOST PETS
HOUSEHOLD/MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS
Vintage oak 4 drawer filing cabinet $150 call 250-695-6900
2 propane space heaters $200 each call 778-202-8764
Firewood For Sale Dry pine firewood. Has been under cover for at least 4 years. Well seasoned. About 22”long. $200.00 for pickup load. You pick up. Located on Ebenezer Flats at Smithers. 250 847-3614
Electric little chief smoker $35 obo 250251-5010
ELECTRONICS/MUSIC
Nokia 3 phone, 16GB with protective case. No scrapes or cracks. $50.00 New Hazelton 778-202-0740
Fotopro CT-4A tripod with Fotopro 53P ball head as new. New Hazelton $125.00 778-202-0740
Sony wireless subwoofer like new with manual $150 phone 845-2488
CLOTHING
Burton snowboard pants size large good to new condition $located in Burns Lake call 250-692-0623
Sandals size 12 Vans single wide flat velcro slip on sandals, checker board pattern, good condition $25 located in Burns Lake call 250-692-0623
PET & ACCESSORIES
For sale ACD Red and Blue Heeler puppies $800 EACH COMES WITH ALL VACCINATIONS AND DEWORMED
Exceptional pups and only 2 males left. Strong natural herding instincts. Please call for more information, 250-968-4505
SPORTS EQUIPMENT
snow shoes $30 call 778-202-8764
CCM men's mountain bike has dual disk brakes and front suspension paid $700 asking $375 OBO call Ed at 250-643-9924
Roller Skates Vintage call 250-643-3337
BUILDING SUPPLIES
Wood for Sale 1x4, 1x6, 1x8 1x10 - T&G paneling Birch, Cottonwood, Poplar - $3.00 bd ft 5/4 Fir T&G $3.50 bd ft 692-6745
AUTOMOBILES
2010 Ford F150 (the “heavy half”), HD trailer towing pkg, step up tailgate, includes a set of studded tires winter tires on rims. 221,000 Kms. $7500.00. Located in Burns Lake. 250 695 6484
2014 Chev Silverado 1500 LTZ GFX edition, fully loaded, 175000 New GM tranny at 162000 Rear brakes fall ‘23 (calipers, rotors , pads) Tonneau cover, spray in box liner and undercarriage, summer (American eagle black chrome) and winter rims and tires. Original owner, synthetic oil changes every 10-15k Asking 24000 OBO call 250-692-9849
1999 Grand Am pontiac, good condition, second owner $1500 call 250-696-3336
2002 Toyota Rav 4, manual shift, comes with winter tires on rims, 364,000 km's, transmission replaced in 2020, asking $3500 call 250-692-3862
2002 Toyota Rav 4 manual shift winter tires on rims 364,000 kms, transmission replaced in 2020 asking $3500 call 250692-3862
10am Team Roping (upper arena)
11am Gymkhana (lower arena)
2:30pm Stick Horse Race kids event (upper arena) Kids must bring their own stick horse
Watermelon Eating Contest beside the heavy horse barn
Barrell Race (upper arena)
3pm Chili Cookoff Exhibit Hall. Chili to be made at home and brought to exhibit hall
Bannock Cookoff - Exhibit Hall. Bannock to be made at home and brought to exhibit hall.
SIGN UP SHEETS WILL BE AT P&B FEEDS. The public will be judging these two cookoffs.
5pm FMX CREW (ball field)
Horseshoe Competition will take place behind the heavy horse barn
Sign up sheets will be at P&B Feeds
Enjoy Exhibitors, Vendors & Food Services!
Authorized by Vicky Rokstad 778-210-0640 Financial Agent for Sharon Hartwell
BURNS LAKE.
Lakes District Museum Heritage Gallery in July Jul 3-29 featuring the work of Annamarie Douglas, Hilda Earl and Michael Riis-Christianson. Meet the artists! July 4 6-7:30pm.
Western Days Jul 20 & 21 at the Eagle Creek Fairgrounds Saturday 9am-7pm & Sunday 9am-3pm. $5/person for 10 and older. Free family dance Saturday 7pm. Gymkhana, FMX Crew, Team roping, Ranch hand, Cowhide race, Pickup race, Mounted shooting, Barrel racing, Horseshoe tournament, vendors, artisans and much more! View full schedule on pages 4 & 7.
Summer Reading Club 2024 Registration is now open Call us at 250-692-3192,visit us inperson or register online https:// burnslake.bc.libraries.coop/series/ bc-summer-reading-club/ Ages 5 to 7 – Wednesdays, 11am to 12pm – Caregivers are required to stay Ages 8 to 10 – Wednesdays, 2pm to 3pm Ages 11 to 14 –Thursdays 2pm to 3pm
Knitting Club—Tuesdays 1:302:30pm at the Burns Lake Public Library. Need help with your knitting project, bring it along! Supplies available or bring your own.
Burns Lake Farmers Market
Every Friday 10am-3pm at the Burns Lake Chamber.
HOUSTON
Houston Wet’suwet’en Wednesday—Join us on July
17th from 12:00pm-2:00pm for free lunch! The District of Houston is excited to be partnering with the Office of the Wet'suwet'en ANABIP Program to bring Wet'suwet'en Wednesday to Jamie Baxter Park!
Live Performer Robbie Turnbull—July 19 8pm at Mixers Bar & Lounge. Robbie Turnbull is a Singer, Songwriter, multiinstrumentalist, and self producing musician based out of Vancouver Island. His music varies greatly, from gentle Folk ballads to Grunge and Country influenced Acoustic Rock - all the while containing complex harmonic elements that show his studies in contemporary jazz theory.
Register for Nature Discovery Days on July 17-18 and August 78 (register on Eventbrite)! Two full days of exploration for ages 6-12, 10am-3pm, $40/day. Become a Nature Detective! Find clues to what plants and animals live in the forest and fields and water near the Buck Creek Hatchery and Nature Centre in Houston, BC. *You can register for 1, 2 or all days, and each day will cover a different topic. If you have questions, please call 778-6423897 or email houston.bc@arocha.ca
Spanish Dancing at Mixers–
Every Monday 7:30pm at Mixers bar & lounge. Hosted by the talented and kind Carlos, who is volunteering his time to share his passion for dance, bringing Spanish flavour and fun to our community! No experience necessary! Bring your partner, bring your BFF or just bring yourself! We look forward to clearing the tables away and opening up the space for something new! Make this first event a success and see it become a regular activity in our community
TELKWA
Telkwa BBQ—Aug 20 Sept 3 at the Telkwa BBQ Grounds. This annual event has been a Telkwa tradition for years. Now in its 112th year it is the longest running event in BC. Put on by the local Bulkley Valley Kinsmen Club on the Labour Day long weekend in September. Please see their facebook page for more information. https:// www.facebook.com/TelkwaBBQ/
SMITHERS
105th Annual Bulkley Valley Exhibition—Aug 22-25 at the Bulkley Valley Exhibition Grounds. Visit BVFair.ca for up to date details
Bulkley Valley Farmers Market –Every Saturday 8:30am-12:30pm at Central Park Smithers.
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Weekly/Monthly Community Activities
Burns Lake
Walking Club Tuesdays and Fridays 1-3 p.m. in the Island Gospel Fellowship gym. Everyone welcome to a warm and non-slip walking venue!!
Knitting Club Every Thursday 1:30-2:30pm at the BL Public Library. Bring your project! Supplies not provided.
Community Badminton Wednesdays 7pm at LDSS. Racquets available for use.
Roller Blading Friday 5:30-7pm and Sundays 3:30-5pm at the Lakeside Multiplex. Bring your own pair of roller blades or borrow a pair of ours.
Whist Wednesdays 7pm at the Decker Lake Hall.
Basketball Tuesdays 7-9pm at LDSS
Houston
Walking Group Thursdays 10:30am. Meet at the Credit Union parking lot.
SMITHERS
Games Night Every Friday 7-8:30pm 3974 10th Ave. Board, card and other table top games. Bring a game, friend or family and come have some fun!
Trad Jam Sessions in Smithers. 4th Wednesday of the month at the Smithers Senior Center. Come play tunes!
Bachata Lessons Tuesdays at 3830 2nd Ave from 8-9pm. Come learn how to dance bachata! No partner or experience required $15/class
Smithers Boardgame Group Meets on the third Sunday of every month at Smithers Public Library. Come solo and make some new friends or bring your crew! Admission: $2 donation to the Library.
Walking Group Starting May 1. Mondays & Wednesdays 10:30-11am at the Willowvale Marsh Trail. Meet at parking lot.
ONGOING EVENTS
Thanks to our sponsor this is a FREE service.
Seniors Events
Burns Lake
Seniors Drop in at the Link—
Every other Tuesday 10:30am12:#0pm at the Heritage Church 1st Ave Join us for coffee, sandwiches and a lovely visit.
Houston
Floor curling—Every Monday 1-3pm, Tuesday and Friday
Carpet bowling Thursday13pm Genealogy, Pool.
Shuffleboard and Darts 1-3pm
Price $2.00 per event. plus $10.00 annual membership fee.
Breakfast and Luncheons are now done for the summer. But will resume in October!
Senior Gathering—Every Tuesday at the plaza 10am12pm. Free bowling, mini golf, games & Refreshments
Youth Activities
Burns Lake
Burns Lake Public LibraryHigh Five Gamers Tuesdays 3:15-4:30 afterschool gaming club ages 7-12. Community Storytime with Miss Bonny. Wednesdays 10:30am. Paws for Cuddles Wednesdays 3:154:15pm. Come read to Clive! Ages 6+.Lego Hour Tuesdays 11am-12pm & Fridays 3:30-4:30pm ages 6+. Manga Club Every second Thursday 3:30-5pm grades 812.
Indoor Play Space
Tuesdays 10-30-11:30pm at the Lakeside Multiplex. Ages 6 and under.
Smithers
Summer Muchkin Time— Wednesdays in July (Jul 3-31) 9:15am-10am at the Smithers Public Library. Newborn to age 3.
Summer Reading Club Jul 2 Aug 9. Tues/Thurs/Fri 10am-11am at the Smithers Public Library. Tween Tuesdays, Kid fun Thursday and Li’l champ Fridays
Summer Art Camps July & August ages 6-8 9:30am-12pm ages 9-12 1:30-4pm Registers at smithersart.org/summercamps
Avocados are a fruit, not a vegetable. They're technically considered a single-seeded berry,
The Eiffel Tower can be 15 cm taller during the summer, due to thermal expansion meaning the iron heats up, the particles gain kinetic energy and take up more space.
Trypophobia is the fear of closely-packed holes. Or more specifically, "an aversion to the sight of irregular patterns or clusters of small holes or bumps." No crumpets for them, then.
Allodoxaphobia is the fear of other people's opinions. It's a rare social phobia that's characterised by an irrational and overwhelming fear of what other people think.
Australia is wider than the moon. The moon sits at 3400km in diameter, while Australia’s diameter from east to west is almost 4000km.
'Mellifluous' is a sound that is pleasingly smooth and musical to hear.
The Spice Girls were originally a band called Touch. "When we first started [with the name Touch], we were pretty bland," Mel C told The Guardian in 2018. "We felt like we had to fit into a mould."
Emma Bunton auditioned for the role of Bianca Butcher in Eastenders. Baby Spice already had a small part in the soap back in the 90s but tried out for a full-time role. She was pipped to the post by Patsy Palmer but ended up auditioning for the Spice Girls not long after.
Source: https://www.cosmopolitan.com/uk/entertainment/a33367076/ fun-facts-random/
1. Music artist Prince requested to be included in an episode of which sitcom because he was such a fan of the main characters' romantic relationship?
2. Who plays the guitar solo on Michael Jackson's hit song "Beat It?"
3. Which sculptor's work includes "The Thinker" and "The Age of the Braves?"
4. Which famous rock band has a one-armed drummer?
5. Who painted American Gothic in 1930, which depicts a farmer and his daughter?
6. The song "Hey Jude" was written by Paul McCartney for whom?
7. What band plays the theme song for the TV show The Big Bang Theory?
8. Who was the first winner of The Masked Singer?
9. Which abstract artist was blamed for stealing the "Mona Lisa?"
Answers on Page 20
Covering Potato Plants: How To
Hill Up Potato Plants
Whether grown in a garden, a barrel, old tires, or a grow bag, potatoes need to be covered with loose organic material periodically, or hilled up. This addition of organic material encourages the potato tubers to grow deep and wide and allows new potatoes to form on top of maturing potatoes. Depth and darkness improve the flavor of potatoes. Potatoes grown too close to the surface and receiving too much sunlight will grow bitter and contain chemicals that can be toxic.
Traditionally, in March to May seed potatoes are planted 1 ½ to 2 feet (46-61 cm.) apart in a 6 to 8 inch (15-20 c.) deep trench. They are covered with soil or organic material, such as sphagnum peat moss, mulch, or straw and then watered deeply. In early spring, Mother Nature may do much of the watering.
When the potato vines grow to about 6 to 8 inches (15-20 cm.) above the soil surface, more soil or organic material is hilled up around the young potato seedlings so that only the top leaves stick out of the ground. This forces new tubers and new potatoes to grow under the new mound of soil. When the potato vines again reach 6 to 8 inches (15-20 cm.) above the soil surface, they are hilled up again.
If there is the danger of a late frost, young tender potato plants can be completely covered with this soil to (Continued on page 17
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Polaris 2014 Skidoo Wide Track 1200 Miles $8000 847-4657
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AUTO PARTS AND ACCESSORIES
trailer springs $120 call 778-2028764
aluminum headache rack for a long box $500 call 250-794-2303
chrome step bars $200 call 250-7942303
82" rampage K2 snowplow with electric lift $1200 located in Houston call 250-845-8279
14ft gravel box complete with hoist and sub frame $1000 OBO call 250692-7072
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT
34 socket set $150 call 778-2028764
1 inch socket set $200 call 778-2028764
Stihl 29 inch 084 bar $80 call 778202-8764
12”x4” four speed Logosol PH260 planer/moulder 3 Phase Converter with Switching & Panels Fan/Vacuum System with Hopper set up to Fill Feed Bags Complete Wood Fired Kiln & Shop Heating System
Sharpening Equipment, Heads and Knives Fork Lift $50,000.00 Call 250692-6745
BOATS
2011 Bayliner 185/BR. 190hp 4.3 mercruiser, very low running hours Swim grid, monster wakeboard tower, awesome stereo, great shape, Text for photos Asking $24500 OBO 250-692-9849
Wanted to buy 16 ft canoe with a keel prefer V-Stern phone 250-8457171 and leave message if no answer
RV’S/TRAVEL TRAILERS
2010 Cougar fifth wheel 28 ft long ultra lite polar package 1 big slide,
new tires, new awning, new vent cover and new flooring everything works good shape $9300 OBO call 250-7942303
TIRES
Ford f350 wheels $80 call 778-2028764
Kawasaki mule wheels 2 $40 call 778202-8764
4 Bridgestone Blizzak DM V-2 265/70 R17 on rims $400 250 251 8211
4 hankook pike snow tires and rims 90% tread left 195/70R14 $350 250643-9924
4 polar trax iron man gen2 snow tires and rims 205/55R16 $480 comes with 1 free hankook 205/55R16 with 35% tread left and 2 free max tour summer tires 205/55R16 with 55 tread left call 250-643-9924
PETS & ACCESSORIES
30-gallon fish tank with many accessories $50 call 250-694-3495
Harness for large dog or small pony. Leather; felt lining; brass buckles. Like new. $40. Call or txt for pic. 250-845-8247.
AGRICULTURE
Western saddle 15.5" seat like new fleece and neoprene sinch $125 call 250-695-6900
Looking for big young rooster call 250 -694-3228
Older Tractor (from the 60's) model 303414 international diesel $2500 OBO (250) 692-7072
Belarus model 400 tractor from the early 80's $3000 OBO call 250-6927072
FREE/TO BE GIVEN AWAY
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protect them from frost damage. Hilling up potatoes also helps keep weeds down around the potato root zone, so the potatoes are not competing for nutrients.
Covering potato plants with fresh, rich, loose organic material like this can continue until the hill is as tall as you can or want to make it. Ideally, the taller the hill, the more potatoes you will get. Unfortunately, rain and wind can erode these potato hills if they are left exposed. Some farmers use bricks or wire mesh as walls to hold up the hills and prevent erosion.
Many potato growers have come up with new methods of growing deep, erosion free potato hills. One method is to grow potatoes in old tires. A tire is placed in the garden and filled with loose organic material, and a seed potato is planted in the center.
When the potato sprouts to about 6 to 8 inches (15-20 cm.) tall, another tire is stacked on top of the first tire and filled with soil or organic material so that the potato vine is vertical and its top leaves are just sticking out of the soil surface or just below the soil surface.
As the potatoes grow, more tires and soil are added until your tire pillar is as high as you want to go. Then when it is time to harvest potatoes, the tires are simply removed, one by one, exposing the potatoes for harvest. Many people swear this is the best way to grow potatoes, while others continue to try other methods.
Other ways to grow deep, flavorful potatoes is in a barrel, garbage bin, or grow bag. Make sure barrels or garbage bins have proper drainage holes in the bottom before planting. Proper drainage is essential to successful potato
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The Cowan residents and Clemretta post office.
TRIVIA ANSWERS: 1. New Girl. (Additional trivia tip: one of the conditions of his appearance was that none of the Kardashians be allowed to be featured during the episode.) 2. Rocker Eddie Van Halen. 3. Auguste Rodin is a French sculptor who is known as the "father of modern sculpture." 4. Def Leppard drummer Rick Allen lost his arm in a horrific car accident, but never let it stop him from rocking. 5. Grant Wood. Many people believe the painting is of a farmer and his wife, but the subjects are meant to be father and daughter. 6. He began writing the song (which he originally titled "Hey Jules") for John Lennon's son Julien to comfort him during his parents' divorce. 7. The Barenaked Ladies. 8. T-Pain, dressed as "Monster" beat out Donny Osmond ("Peacock") and Gladys Knight ("Bee") to take the trophy. 9. Pablo Picasso. While it's true that he and friend Apollinaire did steal some sculptures from the Louvre, the actual thief of the "Mona Lisa" was exLouvre employee Vincenzo Peruggia.
Province wide camp Fire ban on effective
Friday, July 12.
Due to current and forecasted conditions, a Province-wide Category 1 campfire prohibition will be put into effect. Effective at 12 p.m. (noon) PDT on Friday, July 12, 2024, in addition to Category 2 and Category 3 open fires, Category 1 campfires will be prohibited across the Northwest Fire Centre.
Non Profit
Reuse shed for retired men, across from YRB in Fraser Lake. Donate or come and see what we have.
Tuesday & Friday 10am-3pm
Helping the Community
growing, as too much water can cause tubers and potatoes to rot. Potatoes grown in barrels, bins, or grow bags are grown the same way as they are grown in natural hills or tires..
The seed potato is planted in the bottom in a layer of loose soil about a foot (31 cm.) deep. When the potato vine grows to about 6 to 8 inches (15-20 cm.), more soil is gently added to cover all but the tips of the potato plant. Potato vines are allowed to grow a little, then covered with loose soil or organic material this way until you reach the top of your barrel or grow bag.
Wherever you choose to grow your potatoes, covering potato plants with loose, organic material is essential for proper potato development. With any method, potato plants are hilled up or covered whenever the potato vine reaches about 6 to 8 inches (15-20 cm.) tall.
Some potato growers like to add a thin layer of straw between each addition of soil. However you grow your potatoes, deep watering, proper drainage, and hilling up with fresh soil are the keys to healthy, flavorful potatoes
Source: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/ vegetables/potato/how-to-hill-potato-plants.htm
The Legion Corner is Generously Donated
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BURNS LAKE BR #50
158 Francois Lake Dr, Burns Lake, BC
250-692-3232
Thursdays Karaoke 8pm-1am
Crazy Ace Fridays 7-9pm POSSIBLE Cash Prize
Happy Hour
Thurs, Fri & Sat 4-5pm DISCOUNTED DRINK SPECIALS!
Meat Draws
Are now done for the summer!
Kitchen is temporarily closed.
Bar Hours:
Thursday & Friday 4pm-1am
Sat 2pm-1am Sun 11am-1pm
Members Meeting:
Next one: July 17 at6:30pm
(3rd Wednesday of every month)
Hall rental for private functions $150 + GST
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HOUSTON BR #249
We are very excited to announce our 70th Anniversary will be celebrated in September 2024. To commemorate our years of service for our community, we have designed special hats to share with you. These hats were hand-crafted by one of our local Artisan, Cathy Timms of Chalk-on-15th. These hats are a limited edition, and now on sale in our Lounge
We are open for lunch 6 days a week! Mark Your Calendar!
Friday, July 26
Music Concert in our Lounge
Come listen to a little Country, blues, Classic Rock & Original Rock
Opening Act starring Leame Grot, Houston, BC
Live Band: starring Deep Trouble, Salmon Arm, BC
Time: 8PM to midnight
Admission: $10 per person
19+ welcome ~ Bring your ID
Legion Shuttle: 250 845-8455
Shuttle Hours of Operation:
Monday & Tuesday: 9AM to 4PM
Wednesday & Thursday: 9AM to 9PM
Friday: 9AM to Midnight
Saturday: Noon to Midnight
Sunday: prebook only
Tropical Fun n’ the Sun is back!
Come check out our specials!
Wednesday’ is Wing Wednesday at the Legion. We offer 14 different flavours!
Friday is Fish Friday! Clam Chowder & Fish n’ Chips all day!
Our Queen of Hearts progressive jackpot is growing! Check our Facebook page to find out how much it is this Friday!
Going camping? Hosting a BBQ? You will need ice! We sell bags of ice for $3.50 per bag.
SMITHERS BR #63
3840 1st Ave Smithers BC (250) 847-5082
Wednesday 3pm - 6pm
Friday 3pm - 9pm
Saturday 2:30pm - 7pm
Drop In Darts
Every Wednesday 7pm - 9pm
Friday is Karaoke Night & Meat Draw 5:30pm
Saturday Meat Draw 3pm
Saturday Pool Tournament 3pm Bar opens at 3:30
Chase the Ace Every Wednesday 3:30-6pm receive a ticket for every purchase. 6PM draw
FREE popcorn on Wednesdays pool table, darts, and keno available Drop in darts at 7:00 pm
****everyone 19+ welcome, no membership required****
