Anglemont Estates Residents Referendum Vote 87% in Favour
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Anglemont Estates Residents Referendum Vote 87% in Favour
JUNE 2012 173RD EDITION Complete Drywall Service Please help us expand our readership & recycle our newsletter - pass it on when you’re done enjoying it. Serving the North Shuswap, Sorrento, Blind Bay, Chase, Adams Lake & Seymour Arm. Between 3500 - 6500 distributed (depending on time of year). Serving the North Shuswap for over 20 years Ph/Fx: 250-955-2122 dave44@mybcdc.ca 250 250--318 318--1704 Anglemont Estates Residents Referendum Vote 87% in Favour Submitted by Leah Blain, CSRD Anglemont Estates residents voted overwhelmingly in favour of transferring ownership of their water system to the Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) and borrowing up to $9.8 million for a new water system. There were 252 votes cast in total with 219 were in favour and 33 opposed. “This is a very clear mandate from the residents,” says North Shuswap Director Larry Morgan. “The Anglemont water system has been a long-term issue and we’re pleased that we have approval from the constituents to provide a new CSRD water system for the community.” Director Morgan says he sees the results as a desire for Anglemont residents to have a sustainable community which encourages growth. “With this infrastructure in place, people will be able to invest in the community with confidence. The residents see the Regional District as a key partner in this step to move forward.” CSRD Water Services Coordinator Terry Langlois says the Regional District will be working as quickly as possible to complete urgently needed repairs to the water system, but there won’t be a quick fix to all the problems in the short term. “We are looking forward to getting started but there is a substantial amount of legal paper work that has to be completed involving the current owner, the CSRD and the Province before we can get to work. In the meantime we can start the process of preparing the tender for the engineering and design work. Bill Bischoff 5846 Line 17 Rd. 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It was a wonderful way to while away little time. Strangers, we exchanged names, asked and answered questions and shared a little bit about our lives. I left the store with a warm feeling. In the way of small worlds, I proceeded to the soccer field where I saw an acquaintance I hadn't encountered for a while, discovering that she and a couple I see often are friends. A while later the lady from the store, who also knew the acquaintance, stopped by the game to see neighbourhood children who had invited her to see them play. How much less fun and meaningful would the day have been if I had sat down with my phone or laptop or i-Pad and zoned out the world around me. I would have missed some interesting conversation and the chance to interact, in person, with some really nice people. With the summer months and tourist season upon us, every other person can be instead of a stranger, a potential friend. Don't be afraid to say hi to someone you don't know, to share a table with a new face. In the grand scheme of things, you have nothing to lose by being friendly and everything to gain. Put away the cell phone, look around you, and enjoy the surroundings and people of and in the Shuswap. Have a great summer everyone! DEE-ANN BRIELSMAN, RMT Now Booking Appointments in Sorrento Please call 250-515-2776 Insulation - Installation Satisfaction Guaranteed Anglemont Estates Referendum cont’ (Continued from page 1) Once that is completed, we go to tender for the construction of the actual system itself and are hoping to have shovels in the ground by spring 2013.” The referendum was held on Saturday, May 19th at the Anglemont Seniors Centre. “There was a good voter turnout,” says CSRD Chief Election Officer Carolyn Black. “There was certainly a lot of interest in this issue.” The CSRD will keep residents informed on a regular basis by sending out releases to the media and having information posted on the website at www.csrd.bc.ca.” Confusion Over Costs Of Anglemont System Clarified Submitted by CSRD Since the referendum results of the transfer of the Anglemont Estates water system to the Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) have been reported in the media, there has been some confusion about the cost to Anglemont Estate residents. “I’ve been getting some phone calls and questions,” says CSRD Water Services Coordinator Terry Langlois. “I want to assure the residents, the cost hasn’t changed; it is exactly as we told them in the public meetings.” All property owners will pay a $650 annual parcel tax. This cost applies whether or not they are connected to the water system. Those property owners who are connected to the system will also pay an annual $700 user fee. “The total annual cost for a property owner who has a water connection is $1,350. A property owner who is not connected will pay $650,” says Mr. Langlois. For more information contact: CSRD Water Services Coordinator Terry Langlois 250-833-5941. Rose Sak 250-955-8607 250-515-0445 Lot Clearing and Tree Removal Contractors Ltd. Frank 250-955-2924 Mini Excavator for Hire Where is it……. Calendar of Events .. ..... Church Listings…….. .... Classifieds ............ .. ..... Clubs & Organizations .. Contact Kicker ………… Chamber News ...... ... ..... Dare to Dream ....... ... ..... Fire News .............. .. ..... First Responders . .. ..... Pg Pg Pg Pg Pg Pg Pg Pg Pg 72 70 75 73 74 16 15 8 6 KICKER DEADLINES . ... .. Pg 78 Lakeview Centre ... ... ..... Letters to the Editor ..... Lions Club News .. .. ..... 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June 13 was our Support the Cause Day What is that??? *bursary awards* Infrastructure grants* habitat for humanity *defibrillator program* matching grants* *vision care in developing countries* Please help by making a pledge for our cause Our donations to date include the Chase ice arena Defibrillator, veteran plaques, 4 bursary awards Cheri • Laurie Marni • Mallory • Evelyn Julian van der Walle CRIMINAL LAWYER Member of the BC Trial Lawyers Association T: 250-320-9258 F: 250-955-8620 julianvanderwalle@yahoo.ca 250-679-2787 chevyc@telus.net Box 229, Chase B.C. V0E 1M0 JUNE 2012 CSRD Director’s Report Larry Morgan - Director, Electoral Area ‘F’ (North Shuswap & Seymour Arm ) Columbia Shuswap Regional District Tel: 250-955-2567 Cell: 250-517-9578 Email: LMorgan@csrd.bc.ca NEWS BRIEFS FROM CSRD BOARD MEETING Shuswap Trail Alliance The Shuswap Trail Alliance presented a plaque to CSRD Vice-Chair, David Raven, in recognition of the Regional District’s ‘outstanding leadership’ in trail development in the Shuswap. Parks Security Deputy Manager of Environment & Engineering, Darcy Mooney, advised the Board that the Commissionaires will be providing park security throughout the May Long weekend. Mr. Mooney stated that the Commissionaires are a non-profit group made up primarily of retired police and military members. The Regional District has historically provided security for higher usage parks in Electoral Areas ‘C’, ‘E’, and ‘F’, from the May long weekend through September. In Area ‘F’, security is to be provided at Wharf Road Park and Rose Clifford Park, in Scotch Creek; and at the Magna Bay Boat Launch Park. New Fire Chief For Celista Department The Board approved the appointment of Ray Robinson as the Fire Chief of the Celista Fire Department. Robinson is a long standing member of the Celista Fire Department. Thank you to Darlene Volk, the outgoing chief, for her many years, serving as Fire Chief of the Celista Fire Department. OTHER CSRD NEWS IN BRIEF Advisory Planning Commission The members of the Area ‘F’ APC have been finalized, as follows: Incumbents: Gord Robertson Bob Isley Chuck Flanders Peter O'Brien Sonja Vernon Wood Judy Reimer New members: Doug Fenton Doug Deans Linda Bischoff I welcome both current and new members to the Advisory Planning Commission, and look forward to working with you. An inaugural orientation session and meeting is tentatively scheduled for June 4th. The purpose of the APC is to advise and make recommendations to CSRD staff and the CSRD Board of Directors, with regards land use and planning topics, on the North Shuswap and Seymour Arm. Scotch Creek Neighbourhood Community Plan ( NCP) Open House An Open House was held at the Scotch Creek Firehall on Saturday, May 19th. The purpose of the Open House was to meet with interested members of the public, to answer questions and to explain the various aspects of the proposed Scotch Creek Neighbourhood Community Plan. The Scotch Creek NCP is a proposed Amendment to the Official Community Plan for the North Shuswap and Seymour Arm. A public hearing is to now be scheduled, in Scotch Creek. A Third Reading of the proposed Scotch Creek NCP by the CSRD Board, will then follow, to be scheduled at a later date. JUNE 2012 THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER 5 Illegal Dumping A Problem At Sorrento Recycle Bin Submitted by Leah Blain, CSRD If the level of illegal dumping continues at the Sorrento recycle bin site, the Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) may consider removing it again. “We’re providing a community service. The community requested a recycle bin but if it continues to be abused, we will have no choice but to remove it,” says CSRD Waste Reduction Facilitator Carmen Fennell. The bin was removed for several months in 2010 because the abandoned garbage was too much for the previous contractor caretaker to handle and the Regional District had a challenging time finding a new contractor. “The caretaker’s job is to ensure the site is properly maintained. If people dump garbage, the caretaker - in this case the Cook family – has to pay out of their pockets to haul away the garbage. They have to clean it up, haul it and pay the tipping fees at the landfill site.” This past week someone left several bags of drywall in the bin and extra bags besides. “When I saw the drywall, I was upset. It filled the bin right up,” says Sheila Cook. “Then the people who came afterwards dumped their stuff on the ground.” Mrs. Cook says she expects the person dropping off the drywall simply didn’t want to pay the tipping fees at the landfill site. “It cost us a lot of money to get rid of it,” she says. The Sorrento site is popular for those who appreciate the option to recycle, and the bin is emptied about three times a week. However, of all the CSRD recycle bin sites, Sorrento has historically been the most difficult to maintain due to illegal dumping. Caretaker contractors are required to do site visits once every day, but the Cooks have to go to the Sorrento bin three times a day, every day. “We’ve had things left there like a toaster, a vacuum cleaner, a water cooler and a TV. We do this job as a community service,” says Mrs. Cook. “The community lost the bin once and there was such an uproar they brought it back, but the same thing is happening.” Fennell says she hopes people who are using the recycle bin as their garbage dump will act more responsibly. “Many items such as small appliances and electronics can be dropped off free of charge at Bill’s Bottle Depot in Salmon Arm during business hours. Leaving them anywhere else is illegal dumping and an added burden on the Cooks.” The CSRD does have provisions for giving fines of up to $200 under Bylaw 5615. “I hope it doesn’t come to the point where we have to give out fines or take the bin away permanently, but if those few people who are dumping their garbage continue to act irresponsibly, we won’t have any choice.” For more information contact: CSRD Waste Reduction Facilitator Carmen Fennell 250-833-5936. 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Serving the North Shuswap Ph: 250-955-0123 Email: sales@advantagegutters.ca * Renovations and New Construction * Repairs and Existing System Upgrades * 5” & 6” Heavy Gauge Continuous Gutter * Leaf Screen and Leaf Trap Systems * Custom Gutter Systems for Snow Load * Members of Better Business Bureau 5” OR 6” COLONIAL FASCIA GUTTER “Experience the ADVANTAGE of quality personalized service!” Submitted by Jamie Lasser Summer is a great time to get outside, have fun and enjoy a wide range of activities, whether you’re camping, cottaging or hanging out by the pool. However, it is also a time for prevention– staying safe and protecting your family from summerrelated injuries. Being prepared for those common summer hazards– sunburns, insect bites and the occasional bump, bruise or scrape! The best thing that you can do is have a well-stocked first-aid kit on hand. Less than 20 % of Canadians have a first-aid kit at their cottage*. When you purchase a first-aid kit ( try your local drug store, or think about Wall-mart or Canadian Tire) it is a great suggestion to add materials to make sure you are well prepared in the case of an emergency. Here’s what your first-aid kit should contain: Bandages, Dressings, Cloth Tape, Scissors, Tweezers (a must for dealing with slivers) Polysporin, Antihistimines ( ie: Benadryl) or if you are prone to severe allergic reactions, carry an epi-pen! ....Cold-paks, Insect Repellant, Sun-screen, most kits now come with a face mask and gloves and ALL have a Basic First-Aid book in them. Go through it with the whole family! A little preparation can help make (Continued on page 7) JUNE 2012 (Continued from page 6) the difference between an emergency and a minor problem. NSFR would like to say a special THANK YOU to all the business’ who do without staff when we need them for First Responder calls that cannot be attended to any other way! Thank You Anglemont Marina, Shuswap Lake Park Store, Rona and Super-Valu! AND, thanks to the business” that regularly support us, Super-Valu, Scotch Creek Bottle Depot, St. David’s Church, and North Shuswap Christian Fellowship, everyone who puts their Super-Valu receipts in the box, and all who have a reflective property marker. We hope that we haven’t left anyone out! Thank you all. JUDY WELLER is hanging up her Green Vest.... The North Shuswap First Responders would like to recognize, and sincerely thank, JUDY WELLER for 15 years of absolute dedication and commitment as an Emergency First Responder THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER in her community in the North Shuswap. Judy has decided that it is time to hang up her ‘green-vest’ and retire from her duties as a North Shuswap First Responder after an amazing volunteer career of 15 years! Judy’s success as a first responder stems from her utter commitment to her work and her community. Judy has been ‘on-scene’ and expertly helped so many people in distress over these past 15 years; she has indeed been a part of the ‘life-blood’ of the First Responders. And although we are saying ‘goodbye’ to her as a First Responder, this will not be the last we see of her as she will remain as a member of the North Shuswap First Responder Society. So thank you Judy, you were an essential part of this team and we will miss you greatly on scene and at practice. Home Support Aides available – call Jim Perry @ 955-0839, and reflective house/property markers are available call Barb Overland @ 955-0725. We can't help you if we can't find you! Around the District Here is a shot of North Shuswap Elementary's Jayme Phillips and Eva McManamna, who spearheaded the Shoe Drive mentioned in our last few issues. The over 300 pairs collected, including this pair of ski boots, are on their way to third world countries for those in need (though these boots may have found a home on this continent!) Great job girls! 7 RESORT HOT TUB SPECIALISTS SINCE 1996 HOT TUB SALES We sell Hydropool hot tubs and swim spas Hydropoolhottubs.com HOT TUB ACCESSORIES lids, lifters, jets, heaters, chemicals etc. Home Delivery COMPLETE REPAIR & MAINTENANCE Certified Hot Tub Technician Complete water chemistry programs Master recreational water tech. 15 yrs experience Operating year round Damn nice guys! Dan Stebner - CHTT 250.214.0464 Greg Hennessey 250.214.AQUA info@sunpeaksaquatics.com Member of APSP /association of pool and spa professionals Accepting New Patients CAN CHIROPRACTIC HELP ME? We are often asked: “What’s the best way of finding out whether a Doctor of Chiropractic can help my problem?” We believe the answer can be found in a complete consultation and examination. I can not thank you enough for giving me my health back & also the ability to look ahead with confidence to a life free of pain. This, as anyone with back pain will agree, is just such a relief - to know that you can sleep and move about without feeling any pain! Thank you. C. MacMillan I had cramping and numbness in my leg for 2 to 3 years and it was very difficult to walk any distance without discomfort. After being under chiropractic care by Dr. McNaughton, I am now able to walk again with little or no discomfort. L. Minty Call us to find out how Chiropractic can help you! 250 675 675--0063 Unit 2 – 1204 Notch Hill Road, Sorrento 8 THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER 20+ YEARS OF EXPERIENCE BUILDING EXCAVATIONS Site Preparation Stump Removal Water Services Lot clearing Driveways Cell: 250-318-7157 Phone/Fax: 250-955-2173 Email: lucas16@cablelan.net THE BEST DIRT IN THE SHUSWAP by the yard OTHER SERVICES: Bulk Topsoil Custom Sawmilling Excavator Work Fresh Farm Eggs CALL: 250- 955-0471 Serving the North/South Shuswap & Chase HOME & BUSINESS COMPUTING HOME ELECTRONICS PC Sales & On-Site Service Home/Theatre Design& Install Internet/Network Setup Audio/Video Component Setup Virus/Spyware Removal General Repairs Hardware/Software Upgrades John Seymour 250-955-0816 One on One User Training email: johnseymour@lakesidetech.ca website: www.lakesidetech.ca JUNE 2012 FIRE NEWS Submitted by Dave King, David Baxter, and Ray Robinson There were no fires to tended the report during the month of Live Fire 1 training program. May. The Scotch Creek GarThere are burn reage Sale was a huge success strictions from June 15th with lots of tables doing a onward. The Celista Fire good business. Thanks to all Department will be twentywho contributed their goods, five years old on August 1st not to mention their time and and will be hosting an Open effort. Special thanks to Fire- House. The details will be in man Ron for his good cook- the July edition of the Kicker. If you have ever been ing! involved in the The Celista Department, Fire Suppression Burn Restrictions please plan to atCommittee and Start June 15th tend. If you know the Celista Fire Open fires can be no larger than 1/2 meter by someone who was Department 1/2 meter. Fireworks are involved, please would like to strictly prohibited in the let him or her thank Darlene North Shuswap. know. Volk for her sevAVFD will be en years of dedicated service as Chief of the providing further information to our Fire Suppression Area Department. Darlene residents regarding the Fire stepped down in April and Smart Program for Home has been replaced by Ray Owners. We are also planRobinson. Anglemont VFD sent six ning to review existing Evacuation Plans for Magna Bay, members to the Wildland Urban Interface Fire Training Lucerne Beach, Anglemont and St. Ives as well as all Program. That provided some invaluable information other areas within the Fire about how we can better pre- Suppression Area. All departments always pare for any future forest fire situations and how your local welcome new members. Regular practices are held fire department would be expected to participate. Two Tuesday evenings from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at all halls. If members attended the Live Fire 2 training at the Salmon you are interested, stop by any of the Departments and Arm Fire Training Centre. check us out. Another three members at- JUNE 2012 THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER 9 Okanagan‐Shuswap Housing Market Gains Momentum Submitted by Jan Bauman The Okanagan Mainline Real Estate Board (OMREB) reported May 2012 sales activity of all MLS® property types showed marked improvement compared to the same month last year and during the first five months of 2011, as the spring housing market steadies and continues to see positive gains. “During May, the Okanagan‐Shuswap experienced a resurgence in sales activity due to elevated buyer interest – an early sign that consumer demand and confidence are improving. We haven’t seen sales numbers like this for a year or so,” says Rob Shaw, an active REALTOR® in the North Zone and OMREB President. “The British Columbia Real Estate Association’s housing forecasts indicate that the BC Interior will lead growth in percentage terms during 2012. So far this year, the markets in the Okanagan Mainline, South Okanagan and BC Northern board areas are the strongest in the province,” Shaw notes. “While the Lower Mainland saw a decline in home sales, the Interior markets posted double‐digit increases in May compared to 2011 as improving economic conditions are filtering into these areas and have begun to raise consumer demand. Board‐ wide, OMREB has already surpassed the forecasts for growth in the first and second quarters, realizing an 8.5% increase in unit sales compared to the forecasted 4.1% and 7.4%. Sales activity in all three zones and in most segments was strong during May.” Join us for the 48th Annual Blind Bay Painters Art Show and Sale Blind Bay Painters Enjoy the creative efforts of the artists of the Blind Bay Painters at their annual sale, held this year June 29 – July 1, 2012. Featured in the newly created Reedman Gallery at the Blind Bay Hall, 2510 Blind Bay Road, will be original art in a variety of media, both by well known established Shuswap area artists and by those who enjoy learning to become artists. Some of the work will be for sale, other pieces solely for your viewing enjoyment. In the upstairs hall you will find previously shown original work for sale, reproductions, unframed art, cards and a boutique area featuring hand crafted gift items created by our members. Opening night is Friday, June 29 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. June 30 and July 1 opening times are 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Put your name in for a daily door prize of an original work by one of our member artists and be challenged to vote for your favourite piece! There is a ramp for handicapped access to the upper level. We look forward to seeing you! Ph: (250) 955-6292 Cell: (250) 320-5339 trevor@shuswaphandyman.com “Let me give you a hand” Wouldn't it be great to come back for your Summer holiday and not have to work on your place? Now's the time to have all your spring projects completed so you can relax over the summer. Give us a call and we can "give you a hand" with all of your renovation and building projects. Book Now For Your Free Estimate find us online at www.shuswaphandyman.com FULLY INSURED FREE ESTIMATES LOCAL REFERENCES Call us for more info & to book a quote for your project. Combination Heating and Hot Water Systems Save 70% on Heating Costs info@selectsolarsystems.com www.selectsolarsystems.com 250-835-2208 Tel : (250) 679-2533 email: lcoulter@milneselkirk.com Lawrence W. Coulter Injury Law· Employment Law www.MilineSelkirk.com www.WrongfulDismissalOnLine.com *Legal Services provided by a Law Corporation. Milne Selkirk is an Association of Independent Layers/Law Corporations – Not a Partnership 10 THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER JUNE 2012 RCMP News Daily & Weekly Self-Contained suite with private bathroom & private entrance. Continental Breakfast Private Patio Beautiful Lake View BBQ Air Conditioning Flat Screen LCD TV Wireless Internet 2 Blocks From Beach Open year round 250-955-2939 7237 Fraser Rd. Anglemont, BC ginaezant@msn.com HEATING, AIR CONDITIONING REFRIGERATION & VENTILATION C D L Licensed Mechanic MECHANICAL SYSTEMS For a Free Estimate on installs Call Don 250-955-2236 The last week of May has revealed a spike in thefts in the Celista area. The thieves trespassed onto property and into sheds and boats stealing items such as tools, electronics, a marine CD player and a Kayak. During the weekend of May 26th, there was a call made from a residence in Saratoga complaining that someone was setting off fireworks at the beach. Please be reminded that there are no fireworks permitted in the North Shuswap. RCMP will be enforcing this law and if charged, you could pay a hefty fine starting at $350. Motor vehicle collisions We are starting to receive an increase in calls related to problem drivers. As we enter into the summer there is an increase in the number of vehicles on our streets and highways. Some of these drivers are speeding, driving erratically or are impaired by drugs or alcohol. Please consider others when getting behind the wheel. Take caution and be considerate of others who share our roadways. If you see someone driving erratically please call the Chase RCMP and give a description of the vehicle and license plate number if possible. On May 31st in the early morning hours, there was a single vehicle collision on the Trans Canada Highway near Chase. The single occupant was driving an F350 pick-up and hauling a trailer loaded with scrap metal. The driver fell asleep while at the wheel and crossed over the centre line. The truck and trailer continued across the highway and rolled into the ditch toward the railway tracks. Both truck and trailer were severely 679-3221 damaged. The driver was taken to Kamloops with minor injuries and was charged under the motor vehicle act with undue care and attention. On June 3rd at 3:30 pm, Chase RCMP, Fire Department and Emergency Health Services attended a 4 vehicle collision involving a SemiTrailer and three mid-size vehicles on Highway 1. The oncoming Pontiac Grand Am entered the westbound lane, colliding with the Tractor’s trailer. Debris from the collision damaged a GMC Envoy, which contained a mother and one year old baby, and the Grand Am was then involved in a subsequent head-on collision with a Silverado. The driver of the Grand Am sustained minor injuries from the incident. Both lanes of the Highway were closed for about two hours and traffic was backed-up for several kilometers in each direction. Chase RCMP are continuing to investigate and charges may be pursued under the Motor Vehicle Act. On June 6 there was a two vehicle collision near the center of the single lane bridge in Scotch Creek. There were no injuries to the individuals but the bridge sustained some minor damage and both vehicles needed to be towed from the scene. Both drivers are facing charges under the motor vehicle act for failing to yield to each other. Impaired Driving Several varying charges have been issued over the (Continued on page 11) JUNE 2012 (Continued from page 10) last few weeks to impaired drivers. There has also been an increase in bylaw infractions such as drinking in public, and noise complaints. Please be aware that Chase RCMP will be conducting check stops and monitoring behaviours related to alcohol misuse as we enter into summer. Grow – Up Dismantled On June 5th a Chase RCMP officer went to monitor a curfew for a resident on Loakin Bear Creek Rd. near Neskonlith Lake. The officer was unfamiliar with this area and he inadvertently went to the wrong address - a next door neighbour of the person he intended on seeing. While there he detected a strong odour of Marijuana. A search warrant was later approved and the following day Chase RCMP along with other enforcement officers went back to the location where the grow-up was suspected. When they arrived at the location they discovered approximately 1000 plants along with cultivation equipment. Two males were arrested and may be facing charges. Another individual fled on foot into the woods. THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER A search dog was called in and was able to trace the suspects tracks for about 18km, but lost the scent when it neared Hwy 1. It is possible the runaway suspect may have been picked up by a vehicle. At the time of printing, there had been no more arrests. False 911 calls Chase RCMP are receiving a high volume of false 911 phone calls. Many of the calls are “pocket dialed” calls. Some are from people who are trying to call overseas to India which has an area code “91” and the calls are mistakenly being placed as 911 emergency calls. Chase RCMP would like to remind people to please lock their cell phones when they are not in use, especially if putting the phone in your pocket or purse. All 911 calls must be followed up on by local RCMP. Some false 911 calls can take up to 2 hours of police time, taking away their services from genuine calls and complaints. This puts a serious strain on our already taxed resources. If you notice that you have accidentally dialed 911, please call police to let them know. Scotch Creek Farm & Craft Market Submitted by Deb Gibson May long weekend - the start of our great Shuswap summer season and the start of the Scotch Creek Farm & Craft Market! The market is open every Sunday from 10AM 'til 2PM until after Labor Day. Now located in the Peoples Drug Mart parking lot, our market offers a wide variety of local organic veggies, bedding plants and planters, crafts, gifts and more! Get your freshly baked goodies, select your new fly fishing lure to catch the big one. How about some unique salsa and chutney to go with your barbeque? Great pottery items, cool jewelry and awesome antler fire pokers can all help you kick off your Shuswap summer. Scotch Creek Farm & Craft Market - Your source for local produce, crafts & fun! 11 250-679-2615 Cell 250-515-3444 FINISHING STAIRS & SKYLIGHTS RENOVATIONS HARDWOOD FLOORS DRYWALL CERAMIC & SLATE KITCHEN & BATH DECKS & DORMERS Custom Projects, Local Lumber WE DO THAT ! Guaranteed Work / Fully Insured Over 20 Years Experience DANIEL SAUNDERS North Shuswap B.C. www.commoncentscarpentry.ca LUMBERJACK TREE SERVICES Don’t leave yourself out on a limb Call Karl Bischoff 250-955-6250 250-319-3443 Vermeer chipper Danger tree removal Bucket truck - 60’ reach Lot clearing Mobile Welding FULLY INSURED 12 THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER JUNE 2012 JUNE 2012 Adams River Salmon Society News interpretive walks in the park (trails rotating weekly), to discuss local cultural and The Adams River Salmon natural histories. Fall hours Society held their first annual will be increased after Labour Spring Interpretive Walk Day and run until the end of events on the May Long Thanksgiving Weekend, with Weekend at Roderick Haiganother full weekend of interBrown Provincial Park. Lopretive tours planned then, to cals and visitors from diverse wind up the season. By the locations such as New Zeatime this is printed, I will land, England, Germany, Lee have joined the North ShusCreek, Quebec, Ontario, Gab- wap School on their annual riola Island, Kamloops, Altrip to the Kingfisher Interberta, Taiwan, Quesnel, and pretive Centre near Enderby, Salmon Arm, joined me for BC, to release the salmon fry hour-long walks to discuss they have hatched from eggs cultural and local histories. received in the fall, into the We were fortunate, on each Shuswap River. walk, to be able to view many Last week I salmon fry at helped Ted one location Danyluk, Jim and talk about Cooperman the ‘presence’ and Louie of salmon yearTrenton with a round in the morning of park. During tree-planting to one tour we help rehabilispent time Ted Danyluk, Louie Trenton and Celia Nord tate humanviewing a near- tree-planting in Roderick Haig-Brown Park impacted areas (Adams River Salmon Society Photo) by Pileated in the park. Woodpecker, while during The Douglas-fir trees were another we got to witness a donated by the Adams Lake female Black-backed Wood- Division of Interfor. Back in pecker casually moving up a April, two local schools met tree above our heads. A large with myself and Dr. Fish cedar with ancient cultural (who supplied a variety of modification (indigenous indigenous species) for Earth bark-stripping) was another Day tree-planting events to highlight of the journey. rehabilitate deactivated trail Throughout the walks we areas damaged from highdiscussed cultural uses of waters in 2011. Plans are in plants and the interthe works for a future Trail relatedness of many park spe- Awareness and Rehabilitation cies, especially in relation to Project, to be hosted by the salmon and early human oc- Society that will incorporate cupations. interpretation and ‘hands-on’ I will be manning the Log experiences for locals and Cabin Interpretive Centre in visitors alike. Don’t forget to Roderick Haig-Brown Park join us for our first Annual (soon to be officially Sockeye Summer Celebration ‘named’), each Wednesday on Sunday July 15, including over the summer from 10am live music and other events; to 4pm. Join me at 4pm more details to follow in the Wednesdays throughout the July Kicker. summer for free hour-long THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER 3871 Squilax Anglemont Hwy Scotch Creek, BC Phone: (250) 955-0307 Fax: (250) 955-0308 Toll Free: 1-877-272-3064 By Celia Nord education@ salmonsociety.com celianord@yahoo.ca 13 Lakeside Realty Ltd. Cynthia Bentley Personal Real Estate Corporation Office: 250-955-0307 Direct: 250-955-2256 cynthia@century21lakeside.com www.cynthiabentley.com North Shuswap – Celista Private open concept townhome. Bonus 1 bdrm suite. One of only 4 units that features a garage. Hardwood floors, plenty of windows & decks. Spectacular view of the Shuswap! Great beach w/shared dock & your own buoy. Minutes away to renowned Crowfoot Mountain where you can enjoy quadding & wintertime snowmobiling. Wonderfully located close to school, shopping & hiking trails. MLS® 10047281 Beauty & the Beach! 0 9,00 $65 Sonja Vernon-Wood Associate Broker Office: 250-955-0307 Direct: 250-318-4344 sold@sonjavw.ca www.sonjavw.ca 2947 Hopwood Rd. - Lee Creek Stunning lake views. Open design. 2 bdrms 1.5 bath. 10x33 deck. Bsmt w/ Lrg guest Rm & kitchenette, 1/2 bath, laundry, & plenty of storage. Electric heat & wood burning Newmac forced air furnace. Covered patio. The decked over in ground swimming pool could be fun to bring back to life. The sweet little cabin on the 0.58 acreage has to be seen! MLS® 10047673 Picture Perfect $31 0 9,00 Al Christopherson Personal Real Estate Corporation Office: 250-955-0307 Direct: 250-955-2188 al@northshuswap.com www.northshuswap.com Lee Creek – North Shuswap Country living at its best in this 2 bedroom manufactured home on 2.46 flat acres, fenced and crossfenced. Very well maintained with a garage/shop, outbuildings and a spot for the RV with hook-ups in place. Lake and Adams River close by. MLS® 10045981 Yards Of Yard! $25 0 5,00 14 THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER JUNE 2012 New Kidney Has 36th Birthday We sell good quality used Hitachi Excavators from EX20U up to EX350 Over 150 new & used buckets & attachments (250)573-5733 (250)371-2610 www.dealequipment.com sales@dealequipment.com By Jan Penner On June 15th Harley Christopherson celebrates a very special day. The day marks 36 years with the same kidney he received at the age of 19, during his 3rd transplant. As with any transplant patient, Harley takes antirejection medication every day. Harley's transplant operation was done in Vancouver. At that time, live donors were not allowed, so his donor was located through the organ donor program. Live organ donors have only been allowed in Canada for the last 5 years or so. Any surgery carries a risk and transplant surgeries can be complicated, so maybe that is why when Harley was coming out of the anesthetic, he heard his surgeon warn his parents that they should not expect Harley to be around for long. Every January 1st, from then until the surgeon passed away, Harley called to wish him Happy New Year and to let him know that he, Harley, was still around. Harley is a staunch supporter of organ transplant and invests a lot of time spreading the word about organ donation. He wants everyone to be aware of some important facts related to organ donation. First of all, if you had a sticker on your driver's license that recognized your desire to be an organ donor, it is no longer valid. You must sign up with the Organ Donor Registry, either on line or by filling out a card, available from the Scotch Creek Esso or from Harley himself. You need to notify your doctor and/or lawyer as well, to make sure your request is legally recognized. Also, each person needs to fill out a separate card so if you have 5 people in your family who wish to be registered as donors, cards must be filled out for all 5. Harley received the gift of life because someone registered as an organ donor. Why don’t you give the gift of life and become an organ donor. Seymour Arm Electrification Project Update Submitted by the CSRD on behalf of Director Morgan Plans are in the works for a public information meeting for late June or early July to provide an update on the proposed BC Hydro rural electrification project. BC Hydro is currently preparing a community electrical plan, evaluating supply options and refining costs analyses. “The CSRD has submitted a draft service area establishment bylaw (which includes the proposed method (Continued on page 15) JUNE 2012 THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER Dare to Dream By Bev Shea No matter what problem you may face today, there is a solution, because you have nothing to deal with but your own thoughts. As you know, you have the power to select and control your thoughts, difficult though it may be at times to do so. William James wrote “Our belief at the beginning of a doubtful undertaking is the one thing that ensures the successful outcome of our venture.” You need to take control of your thinking. Monitor your thoughts. We all know people who say they never have any luck and when things seem to go against them, they exclaim triumphantly, “wouldn’t you know it, that is what always happens to me”. We need to avoid this kind of mistaken thinking and change it around, begin to believe and never doubt that good things can happen to us. You can change your beliefs so they empower you. Create a strong belief in yourself and what you want. You can only receive in life what you see yourself receiv- ing. As long as you think that your destiny is the hands of other people, the situation is hopeless. Realize that you have control, that all you have to deal with is your thoughts. Remind yourself constantly that you have nothing to deal with but your own thoughts. Write it down where you will see it often. Have it on your desk, hang it in your bedroom or better yet on the bathroom mirror or on the refrigerator or on all those places. Write it on a piece of paper and carry it in your wallet. Write it on your soul. It will transform your life. But most of all take heart, truth and happiness will get you in the end. You can’t lose at this game, so have some fun. It goes on too long to take things seriously all the time. It is summer time, get out there and play a little. And in the meantime miracle will follow miracle and wonders will never cease because that’s the way we roll around here. 15 722 1st. Ave Chase BC 250-679-8885 Winner of eleven awards in International competition, Village U-Brew is committed to producing quality wines at competitive prices. 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Handcrafted full log, timber frame and post & beam homes considered. of cost apportionment to “These projects can take property owners within Sey- some time, but it is important mour Arm) to the Province that each step is carefully for review,” says A/Deputy planned and reviewed,” says Manager of Corporate SerMs. Black. “This is an excitvices Carolyn Black. ing project and everyone is Once the CSRD receives working together so that curthe Province’s comments and rent project details can be support for the proposed by- presented to Seymour Arm law and BC Hydro completes residents at the next public its analyses and plans, refer- information session.” endum dates can then be SPECIALIZING IN DRY FIR BEAMS (Continued from page 14) (4x4, 6x6, etc) FASCIA AND SIDING CUSTOM PRICING delivery available upon request Brian Campbell 250-955-2485 (cell) 250-682-2485 www.namericanlogcrafters.com Located next to Captain's Village Marina in Scotch Creek 16 THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER JUNE 2012 Chamber News By Dave Cunliffe, President DaveCunliffe@AirspeedWireless.ca Custom Boat Tops/Interiors Vintage/Automotive Antique/Residential www.ShuswapUpholstery.com 250‐955‐0540 Reg & Deb Miller The next scheduled meeting will be June 25th at 6:00 PM at the Creekside Restaurant. Dinner can be ordered at 6:00 and the meeting will start at 6:30. CSRD Planning Issues for 2012 A Public Hearing for the Scotch Creek Neighbourhood Plan was held on June 14th at 7pm at the Scotch Creek/Lee Creek Fire Hall. The Chamber fully supports this plan that will guide the growth, form, and character of Scotch Creek. The plan is important to all residents of the North Shuswap as Scotch Creek is our Primary Settlement Area that will see most of the residential and commercial growth. The next thing to happen for Scotch Creek to realize its full potential will be building the community sewer and water systems. The Chamber is also fully supportive of Director Morgan’s push to see the community sewer system built first and quickly. There are a number of commercial property owners whose expansion or development plans cannot be initiated without the sewer system. Due to the proximity of potable water wells to these properties, any on-site disposal of sewage must first be treated to Class A, the highest form of treatment in B.C. This is prohibitively expensive unless some economy of scale can be realized. Congratulations to the residents of Anglemont for approving the referendum on rebuilding the water system. Not only will this help with the marketability of homes Ph/Fx: 250-955-2113 and lots in Anglemont, it will allow adjacent properties not currently on the system to develop. My suggestion to the CSRD is to now look at an overall geotechnical study for the area to assist lot owners get development permits to build on lots steeper than 30%. The current process requiring individual lot owners to commission studies is expensive. These individual studies cost $7,000 to $12,000 per lot and could be done more cost effectively doing one large study. Tourism Office The Chamber will be operating the tourism office again this summer. The plan is to be open 7 days a week from June 1 to Labour Day. After Labour Day we will be open weekends up to the Salmon Run. All of our members and other business owners who haven’t joined the Chamber yet this year are welcome to drop in and meet our new employees. Stephanie will be working Monday to Friday and Christina on the weekends. The more they know about you and your businesses will help them to direct visitors your way. If you would prefer to introduce yourself and business by email, send the information along to Requests@ NorthShuswapBC.com One of the most popular handouts last year was a list of attractions and their locations in the North Shuswap. We will include any businesses or attractions whether they are Chamber members or not. (Continued on page 17) JUNE 2012 of the South Shuswap, (Continued from page 16) Chase, and Sicamous ChamRoadside Cleanup bers to discuss regional ecoThe Chamber’s annual roadside cleanup took place nomic issues. We identified on May 5th. Congratulations 3 common initiatives that we to Giovanna Goyan for one plan to work collectively on. Lobbying local, provincial, of the best cleanups ever. Having the Lions Club par- and federal governments to ticipating this year was also see the new road to Sun Peaks constructed. very helpful. What a great Working with the CSRD to organization and group of volunteers. When the Lions get SLIPP’s focus back to water quality and protection are involved, success is of real environmental valguaranteed. ues A special thanks to Bob Implementing the Shuswap Isley and Argo for picking branding developed by up the garbage bags and Shuswap Tourism. bringing them to the TransAll three of the above fer Station and to Lorne Pierlot for your help organ- initiatives are important to the whole Shuswap region izing the Lions with the and we feel we can have cleanup. more impact working toOther Chambers gether. A meeting was held on May 14th with the presidents THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER 17 We drive the boat and supply the equipment. Lake Cruises - Water Taxi Services Waterskiing - Wakeboarding - Tubing Mid-Lake Float & Swim Trips www.baycruises.ca May – September Office: 250-955-6433 Cell: 403-512-7200 The Kicker Snicker 18 THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER Destree LANDSCAPING Service Serving the North & South Shuswap for over 10 years Professional Lawn & Garden Care Residential & Commercial Maintenance Weed Control Fertilizing Programs Core Aeration Turf Lawns Installed 250-371-2690 Hank Destree Proud member of the JUNE 2012 In A Power Outage By Jan Penner During a power outage, we realize just how dependant we are on electricity to make our lives work. In some cases, almost everything we own relies on electricity to make it work and in an outage situation, we can be stumped as to how to get around this dependence. Many of us get our vehicles in and out of our garages through doors which open at the touch of a switch, courtesy of a garage door opener. It can actually be a bit mind numbing to press the button and have nothing happen. Fear not though, the answer is simple. Without a garage door opener installed, one relies on either a handle at the base of the door which is thrust upwards to a point where it can be pushed open fully, or it has a rope attached which allows the door to be hoisted up and out of the way. A garage door opener does all the work for us, automatically. When a power source is not available, one simply needs to activate the release switch which lets you revert to the manual way of operating the door. This release is often a handle attached to a short rope, which when pulled basically takes the "power" away from the opener and gives it to you. The process is simple and easy, particularly if you have made sure your release switch is easy to access. If you are in doubt as to how to open your door manually, consult the manual which came with your garage door opener, check on line for the product, or ask your dealer for more information. Don't let a power outage lock you in! 250-955 -2110 Give Dad a break from BBQ…. Get 10% off orders over $20 for all Dads on Father’s Day…. Just say you saw this ad in the Kicker COLUMBIA SHUSWAP REGIONAL DISTRICT NEW Transfer Station Hours SCOTCH CREEK: June 15th - Sept 15th: DAILY 8am-2pm Sept 16th - June 14th: Fri to Tues 8am-2pm Christmas, New Years & Remembrance Day - Closed Pizza, Lasagna, Salads and more Thursday - Saturday 4 - 8 Sundays 3 - 7 Located at The Centre in Scotch Creek #3 - 3867 Squilax Anglemont Hwy SEYMOUR ARM: June 15th to Sept 15th: Tues - 1pm-5 pm Sat - 9am-1pm Statutory Holidays - Closed Sept 16th to June 14th: Saturday 1 pm to 5 pm. Statutory Holidays - Closed JUNE 2012 THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER 19 20 THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER JUNE 2012 Cougar Sightings SCUBA R E DIV 250 250--319 319--4705 Underwater Salvage Water Intake Repairs Boat & Wharf Anchor Repairs KYLE BOPPRE kyleneilly@hotmail.com rock chip repairs 250-679-3118 WINDSHIELDS.. No need to contact ICBC One Stop glass claim service. For all your glass needs Mon to Fri 8:30 - 5, Sat by Appointment 822A Shuswap Ave, Chase, BC C OMPLETE D RYWALL S ERVICES TAPING • TEXTURING • BOARDING FREE ESTIMATES (250) 679-3980 “Quality Comes First” By Jan Penner A cougar has been spotted in the Celista area by several residents. One specific sighting pinpointed a cat just above the school near Tallington and Meadow Creek Cres. It was believed to be about 9 ft from nose to tall tip and quite large. There has also been at least one sighting in the Copper Cove area, where a cougar was seen crossing the highway and a pair of cougars were sighted in the Melo Beach area. Cougars range over a large area so this may be the same cat (cats), or it is possible that there are more than one roaming about close to populated areas. Cougars are known to be in the area and most times avoid humans as much as possible. Cougars are most active at dusk and dawn but can hunt at any time. They are most likely to be roaming in the late spring and summer (now) when young males are becoming independent and are looking for their own territory. It is important to be aware that there have been cougar sightings so you can take precautions. If you have children, be sure they are aware they need to be cautious when playing outside. Do not let small children play unattended outside. Check the area before letting small animals outside, especially if you have brush or forested areas nearby. Never approach a cougar but if you do encounter one, here are some suggestions on how to handle the situation: Always leave room for the cougar to easily escape. Immediately pick up your children; children frighten easily and may run, triggering an attack. Face the cougar and slowly back away; do not run or play dead. Stay calm; talk to the cougar in a strong, firm voice. Make yourself look as large as you can; hold your arms or an object above your head. If a cougar is aggressive: Actions such as shouting, waving a stick, or throwing rocks may help prevent an attack; appear as if you are the predator and not the prey. If a cougar attacks, fight back! People have survived attacks by using bare fists, sticks, fishing rods, rocks, or anything at hand. Cougars normally leave an area before you realize that they are nearby. Chase KFAIR Submitted by Donna Dube QUESTION: What do you get when you bring together kindergarten-entry age kids and their parents, committed health professionals, enthusiastic community volunteers, and overwhelming local business community support for one day at the Chase Community Hall? ANSWER: The 6th annual Chase Kindergarten Fair (KFAIR 2012) KFAIR is a fun and interactive health fair for children who will be starting Kindergarten this fall at North Shuswap, Haldane or Westwold Elementary schools. Participants are given the opportunity to learn new ways of making positive health choices that affect school readiness. Children can have their hearing checked by the IH Audiometric technician, their dental (Continued on page 21) JUNE 2012 THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER Kick Up Your Finances BOOKKEEPING & TAX SERVICES 250-955-6292 Do you check your bills? By Kelly Christian, KC Bookkeeping & Tax Services This month I thought I’d share a short story about a friend of mine and his telephone bill. He is a smart guy. Always pays his bills on time. Lives within his means and doesn’t have any debt. In most ways he seems to have his financial life in order except for a small problem of an old charge on a bill that he didn’t notice for a long time. Once he did, he just kept putting off dealing with it. The story goes like this; About 15 years ago (according to his memory but I bet it was longer) he rented a corded phone from a certain telephone company and was charged a monthly rental fee for this privilege. He went along with his life, paying his phone bill on time every month and never really looking at the details. About 2 years ago he finally thought that he should check and see what kind of long distance rates he was paying as there had been some discussion with friends about different packages. Imagine his surprise when he realized that not only was he paying about 3 times the going rate for long distance and had been for some time, he was also still paying a rental fee. “A rental fee,” he thought. He had no idea what the fee was for. Later it came to him that it was for a phone that he had not had for almost 10 years. The phone company had been billing him all this time for a phone he didn’t even own anymore. It was a small amount (under $5.00/ month) so once he got over the initial surprise, he forgot or didn’t bother to take care of it, thinking he would deal with it when he had more time. Early this year, he finally found the time to call and change his long distance plan and inquire about this rental charge on his bill all these years. He was informed that since he never returned the phone or let them know that he no longer had the phone, they couldn’t do anything about all the past rental charges. Wow! His lack of attention to his bill details and his procrastination cost him at least $900 over a 15 year period not to mention what he spent in long distance fees that could have been cheaper had he made a call once or twice a year just to check for the best rate. I couldn’t believe that the phone company wouldn’t refund him any of the rental money but sadly it’s true. The one thing that his story did do was spur me to write this article (with his permission, of course) because if this happened to him, then there must be others out there with the same charges on their bills. My friend is in his 50’s so it could be anyone over 40 that might have this on their bill if they have ever had phone rental in the past. Take the time today to check your bill and those of your loved ones. The moral of this story, “CHECK YOUR BILLS.” Chase KFAIR (Continued from page 20) health screened by the IH Community Dental Hygienist, be assessed for height and weight, and receive their schoolentry immunizations from a Public Health Nurse. Participants can engage in interactive learning with the Community Dietician, Respiratory Therapist, child and youth counsellor, Literacy Coordinator, First Nations Support Worker and the Family Nurse Practitioner. This special day includes games, activities, snacks, and the surprise appearances of special guests from the community. continued A parent at 2011 KFAIR commented that the presenters “made the boring things interesting”. Donna Dube, Chase Public Health Nurse, will be giving out KFAIR invitations at your child’s Kindergarten orientation day but registration is open to all children entering Kindergarten in the Chase district (including home-school). The Chase KFAIR will be held on Friday, June 20thh 1130am -3pm at the Chase Community Hall. To register your child, call Chase Public Health @ 250-679-1393 or 250679-1418 21 Kelly@kcbookkeeping.ca Don't think you can afford to contract a professional bookkeeper, look below and see why you can! Contract Full Time Employee Bookkeeper Hourly Rate………. Payroll Tax 12%....... Overhead………… Actual Pay Rate…... Hours per year….... 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Riverside Docks has a All docks are aluminum with aluminum floats, professionally constructed and staff of 4, all ready to help with your installed. While building docks is the dock needs. prime focus of Originally from Ontario, Riverside Mike Olde has lived in B.C. Docks, they do for over 40 years. A long offer addition time resident of Sicamous, services includMike is a former volunteer ing pile driving, firefighter, having been a 1-866-699-3232 and anchor and member of the Sicamous www.riversidedocks.com buoy installaVolunteer Fire Department tion. for 15 years, for 9 of which If you are in the market for a new he was Chief. Currently he is a member dock, check out Riverside Docks. Give of what was formerly known as the Coast Guard Auxiliary, and he is proud Mike and his friendly staff a call, exto be involved with the first Inland Res- plain your needs and they will be happy cue Boat to go into operation within the to give you a quote. The Kicker would like to thank Mike Coast Guard. In his spare time, Mike likes to hunt Olde and Riverside Docks for their continued advertising support. Our best and fish. He and Jamie also enjoy motorcycling, a great pastime for the Shus- wishes for continued success. wap. WELDING & FABRICATING Les Dobray 250-955-0610 New Construction Additions/Upgrades Foundations & Framing Custom Timber Work Decks Interior/Exterior Renovations Garages & Workshops Custom Design Over 20 years in the building industry Call to discuss your project today JEREMY HANSON 250-299-7745 Responses to May’s Question: Do you think the North Shuswap should incorporate? kazwell@hotmail.ca kazwellbuilders.ca No because it’s just another layer of bureaucracy . . . Lynn Moore It would be worth looking into . . . Dave Robertson It would be good to keep our tax dollars in the North Shuswap and it would also Dave’s Appliance Repair be beneficial for us to make our own decisions to plan our own future . . . Cindy Korchinski 250-679-5399 Yes I think it would be a good idea because more of our tax dollars would be spent in the North Shuswap . . . Dan Chamberlain Could we incorporate and each area still look after it’s own existing problems? . Washers, Dryers, Stoves Fridges, Dishwashers Guaranteed service to all Brands & Makes . . Chuck Fisher Yes, we should consider incorporation in order to have more of our tax dollars used for local improvements. . . Brenda Buffel June’s Question: Can you name one fact related to the history of Canada submitted by the Kicker What are you curious about? Send us your question and hear what people have to say. Email us at kicker@kicker.ca, phone us at 250-955-0534, or give us your 2 “Bit” answer in person. ( Responses will be printed in the following month’s Kicker. Please keep your responses brief and ensure that you leave your name) Custom Cutting (all bandsawn wood) Siding - Fascia Board - etc. Beams Kiln Dried T&G also available Cedar Tom Barnhardt 250-955-2301 24 THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER JUNE 2012 Historical Article From the Archives Enrico Marosi Owner Journeyman Carpentry 2000 Master Certificate Carpentry 2004 Design / House Plans Timber Frame Heavy Timber Construction Pre-Fab House Packages Custom Sawmilling 250-955-2956 info@greencreektimbers.com www.greencreektimbers.com By Jan Penner The covers in February, March and April 2006, all addressed the loss of doctors from the Chase Health Centre and therefore the loss of doctors from the Scotch Creek Medical Clinic. The articles spoke of recruitment and having a full time nurse to handle health concerns. Six years later, the situation has improved but doctors are still needed. We have indeed been fortunate that the health care society is doing such a great job to support the Scotch Creek Medical Clinic. In May 2006, we published our 100th issue. Total pages this year ranged between 40 and 48. We continued to be amazed at the success and interest our "little" newsletter generated. In October of that year, we announced changes to our website, www.kicker.ca, where readers could now find the paper online in its entirety. Also in October, we were very pleased to feature young Cody Bird on our cover. Cody was the winner of a contest sponsored by the Adams River Salmon Society, and had his rendition of a salmon featured on t-shirts sold to commemorate the Salute to the Sockeye 2006. Major issues that year continued to be centered around development and the environment and how to maintain one while the other one was happening. In September, the announcement was made that Cottonwoods Campsite was closing. This was the start of the West Beach development. After almost 7 years, the proposed development appears to be dead, but a campground is once again open at the site. A look back at our publications strongly verifies one key point. The people of the North Shuswap continue to work to find the balance between development, which most agree is needed to keep the community strong and healthy economically, and the health and well-being of the lake and the environment we live in. Hazardous Waste Round Up Events Well Attended 725 Shuswap Ave. Chase, BC Mon to Fri 9:30 - 4:30 Sat 10:00 - 2:00 Cindy Frano 250-679-1158 Come in to see our Friendly European Atmosphere! R&S Excavating Rick Wideman Phone: 250-955-2284 Fax: 250-955-0112 • • • • Septic Systems Lot Clearing Driveways Foundations Licensed and Insured Serving the North Shuswap since 1989 Submitted by Leah Blain, CSRD The Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) Hazardous Waste Round Up events in Sicamous and Golden brought in some of their highest numbers to date. “We collected 300 tires in Sicamous,” says CSRD Carmen Fennell Waste Reduction Facilitator. “The last time we collected tires, 65 were brought in.” Altogether in Sicamous, two full 5 tonne trucks full of ewaste and small appliances were collected. The event in Golden brought in 750 tires and 21 drums of hazardous waste (50 gallons or 210 litres) and 6 pails (5 gallons or 18 litres). “Golden residents consistently take advantage of these round up events. They’re always well attended. It was busy all day and even though there were line-ups, people were patient.” Revelstoke also had impressive numbers: 11 drums of hazardous waste and 15 pails were collected. “We did see a variety of materials at these events, from adhesives, light ballasts and paint to tires, computers and toasters. The feedback we receive at these events show that residents really appreciate this service,” says Fennell. “And we appreciate people taking the time to dispose of their hazardous material responsibly.” Salmon Arm’s Hazardous Waste Round Up event takes place on Saturday, May 12th at Bill’s Bottle Depot from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information call Waste Reduction Facilitator Carmen Fennell 250-833-5936. JUNE 2012 THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER 25 19th Annual Poker Run & Fundraiser By Jan Wojciechowski The 19th Annual Poker Run / Fundraiser will again be held on Father’s Day, Sunday, June 17th. You can register in advance by calling Captain’s Village Marina or you can register between 9 and 11 am on the 17th. The cost is $40 per hand. There are 5 lake access checkpoints on the lake which you can also get to by car if you don’t happen to have a boat. There are lots of prizes with a minimum guaranteed win of $1000 for the best poker hand. You can also qualify for a $500 early bird draw if you get your poker hand in by 2 pm. Funds this year will be shared by the North Shuswap School, the North Shuswap Community Association and the North Shuswap Health Centre Society. Delicious Hot Dogs & Hamburgers will be served up by the Lions Club. Tables and chairs will be available to sit and enjoy your food. For more information or to get a registration form faxed to you call Captain’s Village Marina 250-9552424 Helping you with your garden needs 26 THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER JUNE 2012 www.mylos.ca il Location for Exclusive Reta h Ranc Celista Springsmeat products finished Grass fed and If you are looking for something special let us find it for you. Soft Ice Cream Cones Sundaes & Banana Splits Open 7 Days a Week 9am to 5pm 250-955-0525 3837 Squilax Anglemont Hwy (across from Rona) NO Animal Byproducts NO Artificial Growth Hormones NO Medicated Feeds JUNE 2012 THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER LAKEVIEW COMMUNITY CENTRE SOCIETY 27 A-ALL-TECH Anglemont and Surrounding Area By Lorrie Schrader Rise and Shine Breakfast On June 9th for breakfast was served up by team Donna Dancy and her group of friendly volunteers. Our next breakfast will be on July 14th from 8:00 to 11:00 a.m. The Country Gardening Club will be holding a plant sale in the Lakeview Centre parking lot in conjunction with the breakfast. FMI regarding the plant sale please call Chris Trueman 250-9556467 The Arts and Crafts Club The Arts and Crafts Club meets every Tuesday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on a drop-in basis. Bring a lunch and a project to work on; or come out and learn a new craft from one of these talented ladies. Enjoy a cup of coffee and a cookie for only $1.00/per cup. FMI please call Dolores Beck 250-517-9618. The Arts and Crafts will meet every Tuesday all summer long! Surprise Movie Night Picture this!! It is a Monday night and the TV programming is into re-runs, The Stanley Cup play-offs are but a distant memory; everyone at your house is bored with the “same old, same old”. Why not come to the Lakeview Centre and enjoy Surprise Movie Night! The Movie for the evening will be selected from one of the many donated offerings we have available. Coffee and Popcorn are available to purchase by donation, ice cream floats will set you back a whole Toonie and the lift to your attitude is Priceless! Movies start at 7:00 p.m. sharp every Monday night all summer long. FMI please call Dolores Beck 250-517-9618. June 24 Strawberry Tea Please mark your calendars for Sunday, June 24th at 2:00 p.m. for the Anglebay Entertainers’ “Strawberries and Song”. We are excited to showcase some of the selections we have been rehearsing. Jo Groves will be introducing her Junior Choir members and we look forward to having them join us for some selections. It will be a pleasant way to cap off our 2011/2012 season of activities. Come out for an afternoon of refreshments and entertainment by the Anglebay Entertainers, The Barbershop Girls (B.G.’s), and the Achy Breaky Body Parts Line Dancers. The cost is $10.00/per ticket payable at the door. Sex Please, We’re Sixty Congratulations to the North Shuswap Players on this very entertaining production. They played to sold out audiences for 6 performances and the laughs just kept coming A huge thank you goes out to Kitchen Coordinators Ann Chow and Nadine Sanderson. Helping Ann and Nadine were Lucille Wood, Sheena Miller, Marilyn Thompson, Fay Hadden, and Alison Elmes. Thanks to the clean-up crew for cleaning up after every performance; Ann Chow seemed to be permanently attached to a mop and pail. Meanwhile, out in the Parking Lot, Louie Trentin and Al Gowen got all those cars and buses parked just right. Thanks to Al Gowen for painting the parking lines in the parking lot. Thanks to Joe Wood and his team for their coordination and hard work. All the North Shuswap Ladies (and a few gents) outdid themselves baking up the many treats served up during this presentation. The deep freezer was stuffed to overflowing. So thanks everyone for participating and helping out. Please mark your Calendars for Sunday July 1 for Canada Day and our Grand Re-Opening Celebrations We extend a warm welcome to the community to come out and join us in the early afternoon for Canada Day Celebrations. We encourage everyone to see our facility and participate in some of the activities that we will have set-up for you to try. One of our friendly volunteers will be on hand to show you around. Did you know that we have two pool tables, table tennis, shuffleboard, carpet bowling and bridge? Did you know that we also offer singing, line dancing, arts and crafts, and a library and puzzle room for your enjoyment? Refreshments will be available for purchase and rumour has it that the ever popular ice-cream floats will be available for purchase as well. We have a hostess on duty every weekday from 1-4 p.m. serving up a treat and coffee or tea for only $1.00/per cup. 4306 Leopold Rd, Scotch Creek High Quality Repair & Service Gov’t. Certified Technician 32 yrs experience / dealer trained Fully modern shop complete with Computerized Testing & Diagnostic Equipment Parts for all makes & Models Tires – Sales / Repair & Computerized Balancing ATV & Dirt Bike Tire Sales Fast Friendly Service 250-955-0444 Watch - Clock - Jewellery - Repairs Large selection of Bernie Brown Western Collection ALL WORK DONE ON PREMISES Open Mon - Fri, 9 - 5 723 Shuswap Ave., Chase 250-679-8077 Call 9-1-1 for EMERGENCIES Fire - Police - Ambulance 3730 Zinck Road, Scotch Creek Museum Open 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. July – August Thursday, Friday, Saturday Or by appointment Info call 250-955-6431 28 THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER JUNE 2012 Kickin’ Back With The Vintner Let the 2012 Wine Season Begin 250-955-2272 By Jake Ootes, Celista Estate Winery. Spring leaves are in full bloom, song birds are chirping and as summer kicks in, so does the wine touring season. Thousands of visitors will immerse themselves in wine tasting at BC’s multitude of wineries and scenic vineyards. Sipping wines in tasting rooms is as much a part of the great experience, as are guided tours of wine cellars and beautiful vineyards. I am writing this while overlooking our vineyard on the south facing slope of Shuswap Lake. Below me are several acres of vines showing their new shoots of spring. I’m reflecting on the relationship of the grapes and next year’s wine. Fantastic wine is made in the vineyard as much as it is in the winery. While visitors will find it fun to understand how to taste wine and how the wine is made by the cellar master, of significance are the steps taken by the vineyard crew in the grape growing process, a yearly cycle that begins in February. To help you make the most of your next visit to a winery here is a brief summary of how berries are grown from season start to finish. Just a reminder, this year’s new wines are fermented from last year’s grape crop, or in many cases the wine has been aged for several years to enhance quality. February to March is pruning time when the vines are prepped for the growing season. One of the main goals is to ensure there is enough po(Continued on page 29) Just Announced Maréchal Foch 2010 - Gold Medal Winner in the All Canadian Wine Championships Open every day 10:30 to 5:30 JUNE 2012 (Continued from page 28) tential vegetative growth to ripen the crop and enough fruitful buds to provide an adequate crop load. April to May is bud break time and dead looking trunks are waiting to be reborn with new green flesh. Vines come alive and shoots emerge from latent buds. The new growth creates the grapes, develops them over the summer and finishes its work with sugar and perfume. Shoot thinning is undertaken to adjust crop loads and improve light penetration into the canopy later in the season. June to July is blossom time when small clusters form on young shoots and flower. Grape vines are self pollinating and as such are not dependent on bees. Fruit set follows immediately after blossoming and the fertilized flowers develop grape berries. August is veraison time, signifying the start of ripening when the hard green berries begin to change colour, soften and develop sugar and flavour. September to October is harvest time when grapes reach peak ripeness and, when appropriate brix (sugar) levels are reached, grape clusters are picked. Then, after crush, the grapes go through a remarkable transcendent change from grape juice into luscious, aromatic wines. Wine is truly a collaboration of vines and grapes and the meshing of the human ritual of wine making. As it has been done for hundreds of years the cycle of the grape growing season is repeated all over again. October to November is late harvest time. Grapes are left to hang to maximize sugar levels and when picked are fermented into dessert wines. November to February is ice wine harvest time. Frozen THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER berries are picked at eight degrees, or colder, below zero, (usually during the darkness of night) crushed while still frozen and the sugary syrup pressed off into our stainless steel fermenting tanks. Having lived much of our lives in the Arctic (my wife, Marg, and I lived for several decades in Yellowknife, Northwest Territories) it seems only appropriate that, being the most northern grape winery in North America and being former Arctic hands, we should produce ice wine. This coming winter will provide a late season opportunity to let our grapes shrivel into raisin-like berries to increase sugar content, then to be picked and processed – all under cover of darkness and the cold. Then I will certainly reflect, with either dread or nostalgia, on our many winters spent in minus forty-five below zero in total daily darkness. In the world of wine Canada, because of its stringent rules comparative to other countries, is well-known for its high quality ice wine. We are not yet a large exporter of other table wines, even though Canadian wineries have won notable world competitions such as the best wine, the best wine-maker, the best winery. And that’s because of our smaller grape acreage production compared to other wine producing countries. As an example, California has 535,000 acres of vineyards with 3,364 wineries. Our closer neighbour, Washington State, has 40,000 acres of vineyards with 350 wineries. British Columbia has 10,000 acres of vineyards with 210 wineries, yet expanding at a phenomenal rate, having more than doubled in size over the past decade. 29 ~The Light of the Shuswap ~ 250-955-2277 OPEN Daily 9am to 6pm Starting June 30th we will be open till 8pm Expanded Liquor Walk-in Beer Cooler! The Sugar Shack Featuring sandwiches, wraps, ice cream, cold drinks and more MOORAGE AVAILABLE Groceries Liquor agency Clothing Fishing tackle Propane Bottle water refill ATM Pump out mark@anglemontmarina.com Ph: 250-955-0118 Cell: 250-804-3349 Fax 250-955-0108 jaykel@live.com Turf Irrigation Rock Walls Allan Block Ponds, Fountains Paving Stones Bobcat & Excavator Site Preparation Allan Block Certified 30 THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER JUNE 2012 Pro Tech Heating and Air Conditioning Ltd Your Carrier Dealer for Chase, Sorrento & the North Shuswap Carrier COOL CASH Program is Back! save up to $1250 Live Smart B.C. Government Program save up to $1290 Combine Programs and get up to $2540 back Call for more information Geothermal Heating/Air Conditioning Gas & Electric Furnaces Heat Pump/Air-Conditioning Ventilation Custom Sheet Metal Work Darren Van Sprang Owner/Operator Cell: 250-215-3243 Phone: 250-679-3802 Fax: 250-679-3824 Email: protechltd@telusplanet.net Lions Club News Submitted by Pat Pierlot Lions have been very busy this month so here goes – there’s much to report. The weekly Meat Draw and 50/50 Draw will continue until June 30th. Since the Copper Island Pub was closed for 6 weeks in January/February for renovations, the Club decided to extend this activity for another month. See you there! We recently learned that our own Marlene Kergan, who has been President, Secretary, Secretary-Treasurer, and two years as Zone Chair, was selected for the District Governor’s Cabinet as Chair – Hearing North. Marlene will be traveling throughout the District reporting and acting on Lions involvement (Continued on page 31) Trev Manzuik - Property Manager/Realtor Personal Real Estate Corporation Bus: 250-832-7051 Direct: 250-955-6269 Fax: 250-832-2777 Toll Free: 1-888-676-2435 Email: trevmanzuik@remax.net www.okanaganshuswap.com Substantially Renovated in hearing impairment issues. Lions will be selling their famous hamburgers and hot dogs at the 19th annual Poker Run on Father’s Day, June 17th. Follow the barbeque aroma to the familiar canopies for lunch. Tables and chairs will be available for your convenience. Several Lions attended the annual Spring Tea at the NS Elementary on May 30th. Tea and cake was served by the children, followed by band performances from the senior students, and several choral numbers performed by the younger students. Lion Marlene Kergan cut the ribbon dedicating the Primary Playground, and Lion Lorne Pierlot installed the Krista Barker Cell 250-517-0974 Office 250-955-2184 ® Independently Owned and Operated Scotch Creek / Salmon Arm Extensively Renovated Home Toll Free 1-800-754-9974 e-mail stayshuswap@telus.net www.kristabarker.com Lake view with a fantastic shop 152' of Lakeshore #4 - 1420 TCH, Sorrento Tastefully decorated & upgraded modular home. Spacious open concept. View of Shuswap Lake. 3br, 1-1/2 baths fresh paint. C/W shed, covered deck, patio & sun deck. Close to amenities. A Must See. MLS® 10047575 Call Trev 521 Elm St. Chase Move in condition. Ideal for a first time homebuyer or retired couple. Freshly painted with bright kitchen open concept. Large rooms New Listing for your entertaining & enjoyment. Decks on the outside to enjoy the Sun or Shade. KADREA 109960 Call Trev 7220 Estate Close, Anglemont Located on a quiet no through road on .33 acre lot. Mature fruit trees and lots of room for you and your toys. Garage inside measurements are 26'w x 29'd. MLS® 10048501 Call Krista 4358 Copper Cove Rd, Scotch Creek WOW, these views will leave you breathless. Nicely appointed home sits on a very private 1 acre lot located just minutes from everything Scotch Creek has to offer. The perfect place to call home. MLS® 10047644 Call Krista Exclusive Waterfront Beach Access Great view of Little Shuswap Lake Perfect Family Get Away Great Opportunity New Listing NEW PRICE 5275 Meadow Creek Cres. - Celista Enjoy the view of Shuswap Lake from the front or back decks. This 3 bdrm / 2 bath home offers an open concept with a private setting. Opportunity for 1st time home-buyer, investor or retiree. MLS® 10041264 Call Trev New Listing 1245 Bay Drive, Chase Two floor Duplex. Opportunity for in-law suite or rental. Each flr fully contained has its own separate entrance. C/W 20'X22' heated garage/workshop. View the lake from 8'X8"Gazebo/Deck. KADREA 109607 Call Trev New Listing New Listing 7258 Birch Close , Anglemont This cozy 3 bed cabin makes the perfect getaway for some well earned R & R. .24 acre level lake view lot allows for room to grow or space to just take in nature by the fire pit. Incl. 25 x 19 garage for all your toys MLS® 10046971 Call Krista New Listing Open House June 30th 132 Caravans West , Scotch Creek Featuring unique "Drive Through" option and is a blank canvas awaiting your ideas. Ideally situated across from green space, pools, hot tubs, tennis courts and Family Clubhouse. And just a short stroll to the beach. MLS® 10043868 Call Krista JUNE 2012 (Continued from page 30) plaque indicating Lions’ financial contribution for the purchase and installation of the equipment. The weekly Farmer’s Market which is held at the People’s Drug Mart parking lot every Sunday, now includes a table for Lions selling raffle tickets and memberships for the North Shuswap Health Centre Society. The raffle draw will be in September. Drop by the well -marked table and have a look at the prizes offered. At the same time you can pick up a membership application. The swimming float is all ready for swimmers, with two new marker buoys installed, and the ladders all repaired and in place. Now if only the lake will warm up! The concrete pads have been placed for the stairs to make access from the parking lot to the lake less hazardous. Lion Pat Anderson and his crew will have the steps in soon. Lion Everett Loberg, together with the B.C. Forest Service and the Federated Co-op, has arranged for school children to plant 250 trees on Crown land. The trees are provided by Federated Co-op, to encourage children to respect our forests. The children will be taken by bus to the Scotch Creek Forestry road, and Lions will be on hand to assist with the planting and supervising the students. A demonstration of tree planting and lecture on conservation will be a part of the trip. Lion Lorne and I recently traveled to Okanagan Falls to enter the ‘Dog THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER Walk’ which was sponsored by the OK Falls Lions Club. Charlie, our little dog really enjoyed the 2 km. walk through the town. His effort raised $158.00 in pledges, which will go toward training dog guides. He was awarded a certificate for ‘Furthest Distance Traveled’ Dogs are trained to assist folks with disabilities, including vision impairment, hearing impairment, seizure response (for children who have Epilepsy), and autism assistance Dogs are trained to open doors, turn back the covers on the bed, call a speed dial emergency number, and many other tasks to allow people to live with confidence and companionship. It costs $20,000 to train one dog, so this program is ongoing. The Okanagan Falls Lions raised $1,700, all of which goes toward this worthy program The North Shuswap Lions now boast 22 members. Most of our members are retired, and not getting any younger, although we keep active and motivated by keeping up with the needs of the community. Consider the void in the North Shuswap if the Lions were not here. Consider joining our group and help make the North Shuswap all it can be. Meetings are held from September through June, the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of each month at the NS Community Hall Club Room. You’re welcome to sit in and learn more about Lions. What’s the Hype on Hypertension? Did you know that nearly one in three North Americans are diagnosed with high blood pressure, or hypertension. Many people don’t even know they have hypertension and it has developed a reputation as a “the silent killer”. Because Hypertension forces the heart and blood vessels to work harder than normal; they are highly susceptible to injury due to increasing blood flow that exerts undue pressure and stress against the walls of the blood vessels. Without treatment hypertension can lead to an increased risk of serious health conditions, including congestive heart failure, heart attack, stroke, atherosclerosis, brain damage, vision loss, and kidney failure among other things. Come join us in at the Chase Health Centre (Multi-purpose room) on Tuesday June 19th from 1:30pm to 3:00pm to learn more about the causes and management of high blood pressure. For more information contact Janet Jones or Deborah Lewis at the Chase Health Centre, 250-679-4990 Lakeside Realty Ltd Direct Line Office Office Fax Email 31 (250) 318-4344 (250) 955-0307 (250) 955-0308 sold@sonjavw.ca Associate Broker the e ! riennccee thw e p x E perie Shus aapp! 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Contact us at: 250-955-2828 3818 Kenwood Gate, Scotch Creek www.tritondocks.ca JUNE 2012 Celista Coffee House By: Shadow Butler May's Coffee House, the last of the season, was great. We had a smaller crowd than usual but they were enthusiastic. For this Coffee House the format was slightly changed. The musicians formed a semicircle in front of the stage and the tables were set around them. There were no features, rather a group jam, and oh! what a jam. We welcomed Nanika Albricht and Michael Larner to the Hall. With her guitar/ voice and his trumpet they brought a new tone to the music. Joining them were Willie Gaw and Jim Leduc. They led off with an original song by Nanika. After a few songs they were joined by Pam Gaw. Naomi Hobbs came up to join in and sang 'Count On Me', dedicating it to Judy Weller and the 1st Responders. The musicians were joined, at various times, by Stephanie Webster, Tia Speed, Robie Milne, Joanie Robertson, Blu and Kelly Hopkins, Mike Shaver, Jacob Verberg, Diane Jewell, Robyn Jesson, Leah Kelley, and Carol Lepsoe. If I have forgotten anyone, I apologize. The instruments used were guitar, trumpet, mandolin, banjo, bass, violin and voice. The audience had their feet tapping to such music as: 'Bring It On Home'; 'Hold On'; 'Blue Grass Groupie'. It was nice to see the musicians taking turns in leading, and letting each other show off their versatility and virtuosity. Thanks, many thanks, to all those who volunteered throughout the past season in any and all capacities. Hopefully we will see you and many others when the next Coffee House season begins. Have a great summer. See you in the fall. Scotch Creek Neighbourhood Community Plan Open House/Public Hearing Update ....be inspired, uplifted and transformed to reveal the Beauty of your Spirit.... Closed temporarily while we re-locate Redsky Hair Studio to downtown Scotch Creek! Doors Open July 1st We look forward to serving you in our new location. (we’re here to stay!) Submitted by the CSRD on behalf of Director Morgan The Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) held an Open House on Saturday, May 19th at the Scotch Creek/Lee Creek Fire Hall. It was held in conjunction with the annual Fire Hall Garage Sale on the long weekend in order to attract as many people as possible. “The Open House was well attended,” says Electoral Area ‘F’ Director Larry Morgan. “It was an oppor- tunity for residents to view and discuss the Plan in advance of the public hearing.” The Plan identifies some areas for growth that lend themselves to growth, but, overall, the Plan reflects the current use of commercial and residential areas. A Public Hearing was held Thursday, June 14th at the Scotch Creek/Lee Creek Fire Hall, at 7 p.m. A report on the Public Hearing will be included in the next Director’s Report. JUNE 2012 Donkey Refuge Nested on 80 acres in the beautiful and serene Turtle Valley is the Donkey Refuge. The Donkey Refuge a Registered Charity is a permanent, secure and safe home for over 30 donkeys that have been rescued or surrendered from all over British Columbia. The founders Rob Miller and Shirley Mainprize have dedicated their life to ensure that the resident Donkeys will heal from their physical and emotional wounds and become the happy and content animal that they so deserve to be. Donkeys are often a misunderstood animal that can live to be over 50 years of age and are likely to be passed from home to home in their lifetime. These donkeys often do not receive the medical, dental and farrier care that they require for good health. The Turtle Valley Donkey Refuge is hosting its 4th Annual Donkey Day Fund Raising Celebration on June 23 and 24th from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The event offers the visitors a chance to meet and greet the donkeys and hear their stories, as well as good food, Great Music featuring Kelly and Blu Hopkins, Chris Stevens, Carling Xcrossing, Kamloops Fiddlers and so much more, kids crafts, face painting, Antique Farm Equipment, Blacksmith Demonstrations, as well as Farrier, Veterinary and Equine Dentist demonstrations. A Family Fun Day at the Refuge. Admission is a suggested donation of $7.00 per adult, $5.00 per youth and a Family of 4 rate of $20.00. We look forward to your visit. For more information call Shirley or Rob at 250 679-2778 THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER 33 34 THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER JUNE 2012 JUNE 2012 THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER Letter to the Editor Re: Smart Meter Awareness Smartmeter Awareness on the North Shuswap is slowly gaining ground. There were not many at the meeting on May 16th but I know that lots of people are concerned. Many have posted the refusal for installation of the 'smartmeter' and have stated there concerns to BC Hydro , the provincial government and to Larry Morgan, our CSRD director. If you haven't done so already please do. If you're not sure what to do just contact Julie or myself for the forms and addresses. Watch for the new, peacock blue info signs in your neighbourhood. Please visit the web sites below for more information. It's our own responsibility to find out about 'smart meters'. You should know how they will affect your health, your money as in bills, wiring and appliances, and your rights as a Canadian. You can rest assured that Hydro and Corix are making millions on this one and they don't want to let it go easily. With 250,000 BC recidents already refusing installation of the 'smartmeters' our voice will be heard! For more info phone 250-955-2967 or maryst@live.com or www.citizensforsafetechnol ogy.org BC Energy Minister, Rich Coleman, 250-387-5896, emh.minister@gov.bc.ca Larry Morgan: directorf@csrd.bc.ca Just Google Curtis Bennett for some very interesting info. Mary Stewart Sorrento’s 100th Anniversary Sorrento celebrates it's 100th Anniversary in 2012! One of the events will be a Street Party on Passchendaele Rd in Sorrento. The Street Party Committee is looking for food service and other vendors for Saturday, July 21 from 2 to 7 PM. Interested parties please contact jdhow@shaw.ca or stokesbarry54@gmail.com. More information about Sorrento 100 events can be found at www.sorrentoshuswap.ca. 35 Dr. Wayne W. Quinn Chiropractor “Serving the wellness needs of the Shuswap since 1998” New Patients Welcome No Referrals Necessary Auto and Work Injuries Sports Injuries Treatment for Back Pain, Neck Pain, Headaches, Arm, Leg and Foot Pain. Offering Bone Density Testing, Osteoporosis and Nutritional Counseling. Custom Made Orthotic Insoles. Call: 250-679-2900 822 Hysop Road, Chase, BC www.drwaynequinn.com 250-955-0868 Self Serve Gas Station • Propane (auto, cylinder, RV’s) • Diesel • Bulk Oil Sales • ATM Open 7 Days A Week Mon to Sat 7 am-8 pm ~ Sun 8 am-8 pm 36 THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER JUNE 2012 Anglemont Ladies golf huswap ServingtheS for15years Ken Goertzen FORALLYOUR CONSTRUCTION NEEDS Ph. 250.955.0737 Cell. 250.833.2824 Fax: 250.955.0707 cuttingedgeconst@gmail.com for all your masonry needs Specializing in Custom Stonework Gunnar Keuris Journeyman ior tournaments in B.C., other Canadian By Maureen Overland “Official Opening and U.S. venues next season. What a Day” was Tuesday, remarkable accomplishment for this May15th, with an openyoung lady!! Perhaps, it has something ing game of “Texas to do with literally being born on the Scramble”, which seems golf course? Our congratulations and to be a favourite with most everyone. A best wishes Rebecca! General Meeting, with 19 members preJunior Golf is something that all sent, was held following the game. members of BCGA have been encourThank you was aged to support and expressed to promote. Our Past-President membership felt Brenda Buffel one way to supand her Execuport Junior Golf, tive, for their was to give supwonderful efport to one of our forts of the past own. The Angletwo years! mont Ladies Club We would presented Rebecca also like to exwith a cheque in tend a “Thank the amount of You” to Dave $250.00. Irene Anderson (left) and Maureen Overland (right) Edwards DryCongrats to our present Rebecca Golemblaski a $250 cheque wall Ltd. for his winners of the 3support and donation towards prizes for Proximity Game on May 24th! Bev Shea (closest to the pin), Lynn Miller the Ladies Thursday Games. Irene Anderson informed us that our (longest drive) and Barb Chamberlin (long putt)! very own Junior Member, of a number A rather interestingly named game of years, Rebecca Golemblaski, 14, has of “Bingle, Bangle, Bongle” on May been asked to play on the Senior High 31st, saw a 3-way tie of Barb ChamberGolf Team in Salmon Arm. Rebecca th lin, Pat Pierlot and Bev Shea. qualified on May 6 at the Vernon Country Club to be the 2nd alternate for Ladies, “GUEST DAY” on June Zone 2 Golf Team at the July B.C. 21st. If anyone would like to come out and Summer Games, in Surrey. Rebecca has the opportunity to play on the B.C. join us, call Liz Smith 955-8119 or Junior Team, the Zone 2 Tour and jun- Maureen Overland 955-2844 for info. Tel: 250-955-0944 Cel: 250-833-6107 Visit us on the web at www.nsmasonry.com Anglemont Estates Golf Course 7838 Golf Course Rd, Anglemont 250-955-2323 9 Holes With Shared Power Cart and Lunch $25 ea. Week Days Only Until June 28 anglemontgolf@hotmail.com ▪ Plan to book a tee time today! 18 Holes With Shared Power Cart and Lunch $35 ea. www.golfanglemont.com Challenging Scenic Fun Affordable JUNE 2012 THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER 37 Anglemont Men’s Golf By Jim Perry The month of May has seen a continual increase of players as many of our permanent members returned from their winter travels. The attendant increase has made the comradeship very enjoyable both during the golf round and with the meal served afterwards. One the major events this month was Sponsor appreciation night and we were quite happy to see a number of our sponsors enjoy- ing a round of golf and the after meal. We will continue to play the remainder of the season on Thursday evenings with registration promptly at 4:45 P.M. The Senior Men's Golf will continue to have tee off at 8:30 A.M. on Tuesday and Wednesday of each week. If you are able to join us on any of these 3 days, we would be quite happy to have you join us. SAVE 40% Reduce the Risk of Rabies This Summer Submitted by Interior Health For many people the upcoming long weekend means its time to get ready for summer. Are you planning to do some spring cleaning around the house? Maybe you are heading to the great outdoors to open the cabin? It’s important to know that activities like these can result in contact with bats, the primary carrier of the rabies virus in B.C. Bats can fly into poorly sealed cabins and homes, or roost in attic spaces. Between four and eight per cent of the bats that are tested after coming into contact with people are found to have the rabies virus. “If you come into contact with live or dead bats it is very important to avoid touching them,” said Jennifer Jeyes, Communicable Disease Specialist with Interior Health. “And parents should remind their children not to play with or touch bats.” Last year, 24 people in the region were treated for potential exposure to rabies. Treatment, involving a two week long period of vaccinations, is most effective when administered as soon as possible after exposure. Without treatment to prevent its onset, rabies is almost always fatal. Interior Health advises that all contact with bats should be taken seriously. “Anyone who has handled a bat should contact their Public Health Unit or their physician right away,” said Jeyes. ”Because bats have tiny sharp teeth and claws their scratches or bites are not always visible and in some cases it can take weeks or even months for symptoms to appear. Early treatment is essential to prevent the disease from progressing - it’s very important to get checked out as soon as possible.” Interior Health offers these tips to protect yourself: Prevention: Do not touch live or dead bats. Make your home or cabin “bat proof”. Keep doors and windows closed, make sure window screens don’t have any holes and keep the attic area free of bats by keeping all vents properly screened and by closing off other openings. If you find a live bat in a room of your home, open the window and close interior doors until the bat leaves. (Continued on page 38) SHOREMASTER SWIMRAFTS SAVE $340 $1355 Boat Lifts SAVE $550 $1645 Follow us on Facebook Serving the Shuswap for 21 Years 38 THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER JUNE 2012 Copper Island and Ta'Lana Bay Homemade Burgers • Fries Soup • Sandwiches • Poutine Baked Goods Old Fashioned Milk Shakes Take-out Available 11:00 to 5:00 pm Daily 3993 Squilax-Anglemont Hwy 250 955-6541 Located On Bragg Road in Celista Proudly Serving the North Shuswap Area for over 25 years WE HAVE SECURE, ENCLOSED STORAGE SPACES AVAILABLE Personal Service is ALWAYS First! By Jan Penner We were sent this awesome picture of Copper Island, taken on a day when the lake was so still, that in the mirror image, it is not immediately apparent which side is the island and which is the reflection. The only island in Shuswap Lake, Copper Island is accessible only by water. It is a popular spot for cliff divers, has a hiking trail which leads to the top and a spectacular view, and a keen eye can spot some of the area's ancient pictographs. Ta'Lana Bay's name comes from the legend of Ta'Lana, the great bear reputed to sleep in a cave under Copper Island. Another legend was recorded by George Dawson in his 1888 diary about “two creatures with heads like human beings and tails like fish, long hair and about twice the size of a man.” These creatures lived up at Adams Lake in a cave, but eventually one went down the river to Kamloops and the other one went to Copper Island where they were called “Kul-a-moo-whot-kea meaning water people.” http:// shuswapwatershed.ca/pdf/ Copper_Island.pdf. This picture, taken by Debbie Barker-Hansen and submitted to us with our thanks, by Joan Sturdy, when studied closely, brings to mind images of numerous animals, including a bear, a cougar and a frog. If there is anyone who knows more about the legends associated with Copper Island, Ta'Lana Bay or any other parts of the Shuswap, please send them to us. We would love to share them with our readers. Specializing in Computer Controlled and Electronic Vehicles Government Licensed Technician Warrantee approved service on all new vehicles Approved location for most extended warrantees Complete Auto & Light Truck Maintenance and Repair Tires – Brakes – Tune-ups Government Vehicle Inspection Facility PAINTING INTERIOR – EXTERIOR Tel: (250) 679-1078 Cell: (250) 319-1078 WWW.KICKER. CA Reduce the Risk of Rabies continued (Continued from page 37) Shimmering Water’s Septic Maintenance Nora Markin - ROWP Certified • Tank & Pipe Repair • Treatment Plants • Pump & Filter Replacement • Septic Tank Pumping • Portable Toilet Rentals Tel: 250-955-2547 Cell: 250-319-9864 Email: shimmeringwaters@live.ca Seek professional bat-control advice (from a pest control or wildlife specialist) if your work place or home is inhabited by bats. Avoid locations or activities where bats are likely to be found (e.g. caves). If you have a pet dog, cat or ferret, make sure they are vaccinated regularly against rabies. Pets that were born and raised in B.C. pose a very low risk of transmitting rabies to humans; however, vaccinating your pets will protect them from rabies. If you have been bitten or scratched: Thoroughly wash the wounds with soap and water. Contact your local Public Health Unit or family doctor immediately. Call a wildlife or pest control company to capture the bat. JUNE 2012 THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER Farm Fresh Vegetables, Free Range Eggs & Pasture Raised Meat Welcome to Ranfurly Farm. Our Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) offers weekly deliveries of fresh and delicious vegetables, free range eggs, and pasture raised meat from our farm in Turtle Valley. Imagine eating tomatoes full of flavor and the best pork chops you have ever tasted while you relax on your deck this summer. That is what you will experience when you join our CSA. How does Ranfurly Farm CSA work? Vegetables: Each week, starting June 12th to October 23rd, shareholders receive a selection of the ripest vegetables and herbs from our garden. Everything is chosen for peak quality and flavour, and grown without industrial chemicals. A box may include such reliable staples as potatoes, lettuce, cucumbers and carrots, but with over 100 different heirloom and specialty varieties to choose from, each box will also contain something unique to expand your culinary horizons. Simple recipes and preparation tips are included in the weekly newsletter making it easy to enjoy the bounty. Sign up for the full twenty week season, or any portion of it. If you are only in the area for a few weeks this summer your share price will be set according to the number of weeks you subscribe for vegetables. Boxes are delivered to central pick up locations in Chase, Scotch Creek, and Sorrento, or can be picked up at the farm in Turtle Valley. Season price: Small share $425, Large share $585 Eggs: This year you can add free range eggs to your weekly delivery. Choose 1-3 dozen per week or 1 dozen every two weeks, whatever your family needs. $4/dozen Meat: Ranfurly Farm specializes in pasture raised pork, beef, lamb, and chicken from heritage breeds known for flavour and quality. New for 2012, we have monthly meat packs that offer a variety of cuts for a fixed price. For example, a $100 meat pack might include: 1 whole chicken, 2 lbs bacon or 2 lbs breakfast sausage, 3 lbs pork chops, 3 lbs ground beef, and a 4 lb pork picnic roast (perfect for pulled pork in the crock pot). Once a month on a distribution day we will deliver the meat pack along with your vegetables to your regular pick up location. Our meat is free of antibiotics and artificial growth hormones, and processed at a government inspected facility. You can also custom order directly from our price list. Please contact us for more information and to register. Make your holiday a breeze this year; order meat for the BBQ, farm fresh eggs, and a vegetable box from Ranfurly Farm CSA. Jennifer Fryatt & Adam Cooke ranfurlycsa@gmail.com 250.679.2735 39 LEWIS GRAVEL PRODUCTS 250-371-7102 Pit Run Drain Rock Road Materials Crush Products Sand & Gravel Top Soil Blasted Landscape Rock We build rock walls 2644 Garland Rd. Celista Servicing the North Shuswap Lewis Gravel Products is a division of G&M Cedar Ltd. Full Spectrum Massage Therapy Larry Vandale, R.M.T. 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Weekly rates available 250-253-3030 Owned And Operated By Renae Hollingsworth By Dr. Janet Bates Clinic hours are MondayThursday, 9am-4pm 250-955-0660 I wanted to share contact numbers with you this month. We have your phone numbers so that if we receive an abnormal test result and need to contact you, we can. When the lab has what we call a “panic value”, which is the lab test that could be very concerning, we contact people in the evening, to alert them. We have had several situations where the phone number is either not valid, OR there is no one at that number. We are going to start getting a second number from people routinely, but please think about what I have said here and give numbers that, realistically, we are going to be able to contact you at. This month I am going to talk about Malignant Melanoma which is just one type of skin cancer, but the one that carries the most serious prognosis. If not caught early malignant melanoma can be fatal, whereas the other two main types of skin cancer, basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma are rarely fatal. I will talk about the other two in subsequent months. The incidence of malignant melanoma is increasing all the time with the greatest increase in Australia and New Zealand where the incidence is doubling every 10 years. There are several risk factors for developing this cancer, both genetic and environmental. Ten percent of malignant melanomas are familial, in that the cause in these people is a genetic predisposition. If you have already had an abnormal mole (atypical nevus) in the past then you are more likely to develop a malignant melanoma. People who have more than 25 nevi ( moles), are at greater risk for malignant melanoma. If you have a strong history of intense sun exposure, or repeated sunburns as a youth, your risks are higher, ALSO for those using tanning beds prior to the age of 35. Physical features such as fair skin, blond or red hair, high density freckles, and green or blue eyes increase your risks. The things that should alert you to get a mole checked out by a doctor are: A new mole appearing after the onset of puberty which is changing in shape, color, or size A long-standing mole which is changing in shape, color, or size Any mole which has three or more colors or has lost its symmetry A mole which is itching or bleeding Any new persistent skin lesion especially if growing, if pigmented or vascular in appearance. A new pigmented line in a nail especially where there is associated damage to the nail. A lesion growing under a nail A lesion over 6 mm in diameter. (about the size of a pencil eraser) When someone has a suspicious appearing lesion, the best way to know if they could be a malignant melanoma is to either biopsy the lesion (remove a portion of it), or excision which would be to remove the entire le (Continued on page 41) JUNE 2012 THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER tects against both UVA and sion. UVB radiation. You may need a higher SPF This all being said, we if you are fair-skinned, if remove many suspicious you will be in the sun for a lesions that all turn out to be long time, or if you anticibenign. pate intense sun exposure You cannot change your (e.g. while at the beach or genetic predispositions but skiing). Reapply every 2-3 you can change your expohours. sure to the sun with clothing Here is wishing everyone and sunscreen. Some advice a safe summer, be certain to about sunscreen: Use a sunscreen with an protect yourself from the SPF of 30 or greater on ex- sun, with hats, and sunposed skin screen. Use a sunscreen that pro- 41 (Continued from page 40) 825 Shuswap Ave Chase, BC By Alison Elmes In Scotch Creek And Chase locations It was with great pleasure that the NSCA welcomed 230 guests to the Mothers Day Breakfast. It was a time to honour all mothers, to enjoy visiting with family, friends and neighbours, whilst enjoying a great breakfast. All the volunteers, who once again came forward to help make this the wonderful community event it has become, were very efficient and hard working and deserve a big vote of thanks for their efforts. The list of people who have signed up to help when needed for different projects and events at the hall is amazingly long and diverse. It is wonderful to be able to call so many people when a crew is needed and get a cheerful, willing response. Thank you all so much. If you haven't had a call to help yet please don't despair, we will get to you! Upcoming events Lobster Dinner Friday, June 15th to Celebrate Father's Day. (sold out) Farmers Market, Wednesday, July 4th Great North Shuswap Pottery Sale July 21st and 22nd Art Show and Sale August 18th and 19th Membership fees are: $20/family, $10/individual Contact information as follows: 5456 Squilax Anglemont Rd. Celista, BC, V0E 1M6, Ed or Alison: 250-955-2588 Email: info@northshuswapcommunityhall.ca Web: www.northshuswapcommunityhall.ca This Bulletin is Sponsored By Celista Water & Sewer View & Lucerne Waterworks (Terry Speed owner/operator) Large Variety Suntan Lotions Our Pharmacist are ready to help advice on the strengths of SPF GREAT SELECTIONS of card and gifts for Fathers day and Graduation Grocery (250) 679-3553 Mon - Sun 8am - 8pm Pharmacy (250) 679-8611 Mon to Sat 9am - 6pm Sun & Holidays 10am-4pm 42 THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER JUNE 2012 THE OFFSPRING Calm and Compassionate Children By Larissa Lutjen WE GOT YOU COVERED! 10 yrs experience New installs & repairs Residential & Commercial Insured Free estimates Local in the area Corey Sharp Owner/Operator 250.253.ROOF (250.253.7663) advan_roofing@live.ca www.advanroofing.com Every once in a while you stumble upon an advice book that is more than pretentious jargon or 150 pages of common sense. “Calm and Compassionate Children: A Handbook” by Susan Usha Dermond is one of those books. The director of an alternative school in Portland, Oregon, Dermond includes plenty of examples from the school setting and the book is written for teachers as much as for parents. In spite, sometimes, of the best of intentions, she writes that “many of today's children are overstimulated, over sugared, overrun with material possessions, and overscheduled. Many react to this overwhelmed state by becoming discontented, restless and disagreeable. Some withdraw, become bored or cynical, listless and world weary at an early age” (6). She suggests that we need to consciously create the conditions that will allow kids to become “balanced, creative and joyful” in this difficult environment. The great thing about the book is the many concrete ideas she shares to help parents and teachers accomplish this goal. Here is a small sample: 1. Celebrate more. Recognize accomplishments, even small ones, or special days (such as the first day of summer) with a tablecloth, the good dishes, and flowers or candles at dinner. Be sure to say a few words to mark the occasion. 2. Commune with nature. Encourage activities that involve quite observation. For example, have your child feel a tree in your yard with a blindfold on. Then see if they can identify the tree without the blindfold. Or do a silent bird count by noting how many bird sounds you hear in three minutes. 3. Read out loud. Even when kids are old enough to read to themselves, reading out loud as a family is a calming activity that provides opportunity for conversation. Choose a story like “Charlotte's Web” where the characters show integrity and compassion triumphs over meanness (she includes a long list of recommendations). 4. Encourage a child's affection for stuffed animals, dolls and imaginary friends. The ability to ascribe or perceive feelings in others is key to real compassion later on. Once in a while invite Teddy to come grocery shopping. At school, institute a Buddies Day where kids can bring their favourite stuffed animal or doll to class with them. Never be disdainful when a child treats an inanimate creature as real and praise children for showing compassion towards babies and animals. 5.Practice noticing the positive – the first strawberry, the beautiful sunset, a neat beetle. Make leaf cut outs and write down things your family is grateful for or special things you've noticed. Then glue the leaves onto a poster or attach them to the fridge with magnets – see how big you can make your 'blessings' tree. 6. Play mental games like 'Categories'. For example, if the category is 'Animals' you take turns finding animals that start with every letter of the alphabet. Building the capacity for concentration is important for creating calmness, especially in a situation like a road trip or a long wait in the doctor's office. 7.Make sure your kids get some silent time each day. Do (Continued on page 43) JUNE 2012 (Continued from page 42) a puzzle, build with LEGO or draw together with your kids. Have only quiet conversation, no TV or music in the background. Dermond writes, “[i] nner calm needs silence and solitude to develop” (143). 8. Play 'Run Around the Chairs'. Push the classroom chairs or living room furniture into the middle of the room and march, crawl, skip or dance around them. Chil- THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER dren need to move and expend their energy. Combining movement with the mental activity of following directions helps them focus and settle down afterwards. There are too many good ideas to fit into one article! I found the whole book to be insightful and helpful, I would recommend it to any parent or teacher. The book will be available at the library as soon as I return it. Player's Performance Side Splitting The main characters included star-crossed lovers, a philandering, Viagra popping "stud", and a trio of lovely, if somewhat lonely, ladies, and a cure -all pill for menopausal systems. Misunderstandings and mix-up were the order of the day. In the end, the gentlemen had a better understanding of what women go through during menopause, and everyone's problems were resolved. The cast and crew did a wonderful job with this production. It would seem that By Jan Penner The latest performance by many of them stepped way out of their comfort zone. This the North Shuswap Players group does a fabulous job and troupe was absolutely hilarious. Sex Please, I'm Sixty had are to be heartily congratulated for their performances. everyone laughing out loud. Rest assured, we can't wait to Who knew menopause could see what is next! Encore! be so funny! The play was reminiscent Encore! of an old romantic comedy. 43 tel 250 955-0089 fax 250-955-0098 Come and visit my NEW LOCATION at 5110 Line 17 Rd, Celista Jolene Polischuk, AMP, Mortgage Broker www.jolenepolischuk.com Cell: 250 320-9020 Your local Mortgage Specialist! Purchasing a home Refinancing Secured lines of credit Mortgage renewals Construction mortgages Commercial mortgages 2nd mortgages for: home reno’s, debt consolidation Private mortgages Mortgage Specialists are paid by the lender NOT the borrower on most CMHC and conventional mortgages. Verico LendingMax Mortgage Corp. 250-955-2981 cell 250-803-2981 Family business for over 80 years Over 25 years experience forming, grading, rebar placing & finishing all types many colours & patterns A.C.I. Certified Concrete Technician W.C.B. insured Guaranteed workmanship References available (Left to right) -Jeannine Lebans, Tandi Redsky, Grace McNabb, Bev Shea, Barry Tannock. Ed Overland (on couch) 6245 Line 17. Magna Bay 44 THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER JUNE 2012 Have you heard? !!! Hot & Cold Deli Specialty Coffee “Bring “Bring in in the the bear” bear” for for aa FREE FREE MUFFIN MUFFIN @ @ our our new new Park Park Store Store Cafe Cafe Cold Beer & Wine Bakery Groceries Gifts Free Wi-Fi Laundry Camping The new owners @ the Park Store are restoring it to it’s previous glory! Linda & Gene have the grocery department gear to meet seasonal needs of our visitors. fully stocked with groceries and camping Nadine is back in the bakery - Come by at 6am and try our famous cheese buns! Ellen has deli up and running again Visit our brand new coffee bar! Try a latte or Frappuccino. The laundry is up and running. Bear hugs to our local artists for helping to enhance our beautiful store. Sharion and staff are here to make your shopping experience memorable Jamie Lasser, Shuswap DETAILING has partnered with the store and has relocated to the car wash. NOW OPEN FOR BUSINESS! Call to make an appointment - 250-517-0983 JUNE 2012 THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER 45 CSRD Firefighters Do Well In Annual Provincial Firefighter Competition Submitted by Leah Blain With a time of 3 minutes, 24 seconds, the Shuswap Volunteer Fire Department broke the provincial course record on the Rapid Intervention Team (RIT) challenge at the annual Spring Fire Training Seminar in Oliver. “We’re proud of them. It just goes to show how good the training is. We can compete and win on a provincial level,” says Shuswap Fire Chief Wayne Morrison. “It’s a credit to the training staff as well.” The RIT course itself is meant to simulate the rescue of a fallen firefighter. The team of four has to carry a 185 lb. dummy through a difficult structure, going through small spaces, breaking through drywall and downed wires while blindfolded. “This is a grueling challenge done with full gear and breathing apparatus on,” says Columbia Shuswap Regional District Fire Services Coordinator Kenn Mount. The teams are allowed multiple attempts at the course and the TappenSunnybrae Department earned the distinction as having the fastest first-time attempt with a time of 5 minutes, 24 seconds. A number of firefighters placed well in the demanding individual event: the BC Firefighter’s Challenge. Shuswap Department firefighter Tyler Barrett won his age group in the BC Firefight- er’s Challenge and tied for first place overall with a time of one minute 16 seconds. Tappen-Sunnybrae’s Marc Zaichowsky, a two-time defending champion of the BC Firefighter’s Challenge, finished first in his age group and second overall. Zaichowsky’s time was 1 minute 19 seconds. Silver Creek firefighter Doug Felhauer came in second in his age group in the BC Firefighter’s Challenge with a time of 1 minute 51 seconds. “The Firefighter’s Challenge is an obstacle course. They’re in full gear lifting hoses, pounding an axe, dragging a dummy and dragging hoses. At the end of it, they’re so exhausted they need help walking away,” says TappenSunnybrae Fire Chief Kyle Schneider. “The CSRD Fire Departments were well represented at the provincial competitions this year at the Oliver Spring Fire Training Seminar,” says Mount. “It is a great reflection on the CSRD Fire Department members’ commitment to service and improved levels of training and standardization.” The 2013 Spring Fire Training Seminar will be held in Salmon Arm. It will be hosted by the Salmon Arm Fire Department which is celebrating its 100th anniversary next year. Mac ort upp S C &P Email: mike@shuswapcomputers.com Classic Construction New Construction, Renovations Bobcat Service Fine Wood Work Flooring Kitchens Bathrooms Decks Geothermal & Hydronics Installations Certified Canada Ken McIntyre Barry Warkentin Phone 250-679-2866 or Cell 250-804-6820 Mighty Mouse Michelle Ph. 250.955.0622 Landscaping and Design Certified Horticulturist & Landscape Designer Transforming Your Outdoor Living Environment GET YOUR YARDR DESIGNED FO SPRING PORTFOLIO FREE ESTIMATES SIT DOWN CONSULTATIONS Reliable, Professional, Experienced, Fully Insured mightymouselandscaping@yahoo.ca 46 THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Scotch Creek Ratepayers Association July 7th at 2:00 p.m. at the Scotch Creek / Lee Creek Firehall. Membership forms for 2012 – 2013 are available at scratepayersassoc@gmail.com or Scotch Creek Rate Payers Association, Box 24126, Scotch Creek, B.C. V0E-3L0 If you would like to have a specific topic on the agenda please email the above email address. ESTATE SALE Boat, motor and trailer, $1,800 Boat: 16-ft, oak frame, marine plywood hull with fibreglass finish, mahogany trim. Requires some restoration. Motor: 50 hp elect start 1989 Mercury outboard. Less than 40 hours running time Trailer: fits boat. Will require new tires, electrical work 900 linear feet of HardiePlank siding, “Heather Moss” green $800 Contact: Russ 250-579-9264, rnoakes@shaw.ca Steve 250-545-4856, stnamo@telus.net Cliff 250-372-9918, csnoakes@telus.net RY & G E T S L UPHO EANIN E CARP T CL Flood & Fire Services Pressure Washer Free Estimates Autos, Boats, RV’s Bonded/Insured Call Dave OPTIMUM STEAM CLEANING POWER 250.955.0866 250.572.0001 cleverclean@telus.net JUNE 2012 North Shuswap Health Centre Society Submitted by Pat Robertson How are we doing? The local volunteers who formed the North Shuswap Health Centre Society began this project with a meeting on July 21, 2011. In late October a workshop was held to clarify our goals and objectives. We feel like we are ‘the little engine that could’. We had what we called a DDD – Drop Dead Date – of May 31, 2012 to have a medical clinic that was ‘owned’ and operated by our community. We did our research and agreed that leasing space in what was formerly the Scotch Creek Clinic was our best option and we signed the lease a month early on April 23, 2012. The same day we had a signed lease agreement with Drs. Janet and Ken Bates to provide services from our clinic. The list of goals from that October 2011 workshop is also looking very good. Here is how we are progressing: GOALS decided at October 2011 Workshop facilitated by Tom Price 1. Ownership/lease of clinic space: four walls, equipment, accounting and legal services,–done but still needing to upgrade some equipment 2. Charity status – ongoing – we have a team working on this 3. Doctor/society agreement in place – done - we are trying to arrange more physician days 4. Elect board and recruit members: written governance and operational policies, annual general meeting date – done - we have an appointed board until our first AGM which we have agreed will be September 23, 2012 – this will recognize exactly one year since we received our society status from the province 5. Website development – done - you can find us at www.nshealthcentre.ca 6. Fundraising organization – ongoing – our first project is a raffle which will raise over $4000 – more to come 7. Survey clinic users – ongoing - an initial survey has been completed – more to come 8. Business plan – done - the executive summary is posted on our website The easiest way to show your support for this very important local initiative is to join our Society. You can do this online at our website or by picking up a membership form at any of our local businesses. We encourage all residents over age 19 to join and then you will be able to express your needs for local health care through our member surveys. Another way to show your support is to purchase a raffle ticket. These are available from any of our Board members or at the Sunday Farmer’s Market in Scotch Creek when the Lion’s Club will have a table set up. The tickets are only $2 and the prizes are exceptional – a beautiful handmade quilt, a top of the line propane barbeque and a designer table runner. Draw date is early September. Finally you can support our efforts by making a donation in funds or in kind. We have had many citizens and businesses show us their support in this way. Here is the list to date: Corporate & Club Donations St.David’s by the Lake Church St.Ives Ratepayers Association N.S. Chamber of Commerce N.S. Coffee House N.S. Lions Club Edgewater Bobcat Lee Creek Ratepayers Association Infinet Strategies Crowfoot Mountain Snowmobile Club Scotch Creek Ratepayers Association Klamps Ventures Inc. Scotch Creek Rona Store Private Donations Jim Perry Mr. & Mrs. H Brakop Carol Hoffman Grace McNabb James D. Mewhort Neil & Sherry Mercer Michael & Yvonne Sturgeon Murray Fraser Anonymous We thank you all and will continue to implement the plan. Please do let us know if you have comments, suggestions or time to help out. You can send your suggestions directly to our President Denis Delisle at denisgold@gmail.com. Please also copy our volunteer Pat Robertson patrishrobertson@aol.com as Denis has some travelling to do this summer and may not always be able to respond immediately. JUNE 2012 THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER 47 Business Waste Audit Tool Kit Now Available environment by diverting Submitted by Leah Blain, material that can be recyCSRD The Columbia Shuswap cled,” says Fennell. Regional District (CSRD) has After a few months, the developed a Business Waste process is repeated to gauge Audit Tool Kit that is availa- improvements. ble for any business within Helping businesses find the Regional District to bor- ways of waste reduction was row. one of the recommendations “The kit has step-by-step of the 2009 Solid Waste Reinstructions and everything duction Plan. you need to do the audit,” “This is one way the says Waste CSRD is supportReduction ing businesses Facilitator decrease what Carmen Fenthey’re sending nell. “It is to the landfill. geared for We’re even preany type of pared to help if commercial it’s needed.” Waste Reduction Facilitator Carmen business, The Regional Fennell and Waste Management Coordiwhether it is an nator Ben Van Nostrand. They practiced District will pubdoing the kit using the CSRD office. licly recognize a office, retail, or food based.” business that has The audit involves going taken the time and effort to through one day’s worth (or do the audit and shows several days’ worth) of refuse they’re sending less refuse to and sorting it into appropriate the landfill. piles. The kit provides a tarp, “The CSRD will be creating gloves, bags, labels, a scale and presenting a and an assessment form. ‘Sustainability Award’ to the “Once you realize how business that takes a real much material can be divert- leadership role in promoting ed by recycling, the amount sustainability.” For more information on of waste can often be reduced the Business Waste Audit Tool drastically. Not only does Kit visit the CSRD website or that mean saving money by contact Carmen Fennell taking fewer loads to the at 250-833-5936 landfill, but it also helps the Stump Removal Trenches for Electrical, Sewer, Water, etc. Interlocking Pavers AB Retaining Walls Concrete Finishing Material Moving Len Barker cklcontracting@telus.net 250-804-9913 Material Hauling Skwlax Centre 440 Squilax-Anglemont Hwy Tuesday to Saturday 7am to 3pm (Closed Sundays & Mondays) Celista Hair Studio Helga Terwoort Opening the end of June 5215 Tallington Rd, Celista Breakfast All Day Saturday Daily Specials Kids Menu Take-out Fresh Baked Items Call to book an appointment for all your hair-care needs 250-955-6195 Also offering Off-Site Catering (call for details) 48 THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER JUNE 2012 JUNE 2012 THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER 49 Public Education in BC By Jan Penner The labour dispute between the government of B.C. and the BCTF has been long and convoluted. While it may be difficult to say who is right and who is wrong, most people I have encountered agree that it is wrong that negotiations have not led to a mutually agreeable settlement, and that the government's appointed mediator and its institution of Bill 22 are heavy handed and in violation of human rights. Bill 22 has language that will allow conditions for quality education to seriously deteriorate, depending on how it is applied. Repercussions for your child resulting from Bill 22: It will mean larger class sizes in all grades, guaranteeing less individual attention from teachers and creating hazards in overcrowded classes. It removes the limit of three students with special needs in a class, and continues to deny students with special needs the support they need by making it difficult for a teacher to meet the needs of all of the students. It imposes a “cash for kids” scheme which would see some teachers being paid extra for having classes of more than 30 students. Teachers believe that this is inequitable and socially unjust and will refuse the payments. The Learning Improvement Fund is no substitute for the fair and equitable guarantees that the BC Liberals removed from collective agreements. bctf.ca/parents.aspx" The issues are not just about teachers and not just about salaries. They are about maintaining quality public education for the children of British Columbia, and ensuring that government funding is sufficient to see that that happens. S.O.S.+ Sewerage On Site & Excavating Septic Fields Foundations Drainage Water Lines Excavations Driveways Retaining Walls Landscaping 250-955-2412 Top Quality Bedding Plants & Perennials Good Selection of ProvenWinners Open Daily 9-6 Magna Bay, 6205 Squilax-Anglemont Rd (enter off Noakes Rd) Sorrento Village Farmers’ Market 13th Season Saturdays at the Sorrento Shoppers’ Plaza on the TCH in Sorrento May to Thanksgiving “Come for the freshness, stay for the fun!” Every Saturday 8am to Noon Concrete ● Stamping ● Floors ● Driveways ● Foundations ● Retaining Walls ● Custom Jobs 20 years experience serving the Shuswap “We Can Do It” For Free Estimate Call Butch 250-319-6933 or 250-679-7771 Road Trip to Blind Bay Market Place. Free Therapy as always open 9-5 250-675-2323 50 THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER Sunnyside Supermarket JUNE 2012 250-9 5 5–2 3 1 3 Open: 8 am - 8 pm 7 Days a week 5328 Squilax-Anglemont Hwy, Celista Groceries Liquor Store Lottery Ticket Centre Bakery/Deli Movie Rentals Hardware Come see what Gayle is making and baking! Good food, good quality, great prices! Cozy , Caring & Affordable Excellent senior housing Registered VA provider www.heronresidence.com or call Ron for appt. Tel. 250-804-0126 80 - 8 St. NE, Salmon Arm, BC (off Okanagan Ave.) Kickin’ Citizen By Jan Penner Anyone who has spent any time in the North Shuswap knows who Judy Weller is. She is boisterous, fun-loving and compassionate. She is also direct and to the point. Judy has involved herself in so many aspects of the community that it would be surprising not to miss mentioning something but here is a sample of some of the activities she has undertaken. Judy has often worked in positions where she interacts with the public. During stints at Peoples Drug Mart and Caravans West, she was often the person you saw first when you walked in the door. You were always assured of a friendly greeting and a feeling of welcome. An avid golfer, Judy is a regular participant in Ladies night and special events. We have even had the privilege of printing her name in the prize winner section from time to time. Slow Pitch is another passion and Judy brings her enthusiasm to the plate, just as she does to everything else. We saw her "shine" in numerous productions with the North Shuswap Players. She ventured onto the boards with song and dance in Pig N Whistle presentations. Having seen her "hamming it up" off stage, I'm sure working with her in the guise of an actor is an experience to be treasured. Following in the entertainment track, Judy has also been an ardent supporter of the Friday Night Coffee House, filling in as MC on numerous occasions. And she made a great auctioneer when the occasion warranted and at a Lions function, brought in big bucks selling off cakes! Without a doubt, Judy's greatest contribution to the North Shuswap has been her dedication to the North Shuswap First Responders. Not only did she train and make herself available for emergencies, she was also an ambassador for the organization. At parades and special events, Judy was always in attendance in her green vest (and occasionally a bunny suit). With her retirement from the First Responders, Judy Weller is leaving big shoes to fill. Thank you Judy Weller for all you’ve done for the NS Community. Do you know someone who you think deserves recognition for their contribution to the community? Email us at kicker@kicker.ca or call us at 250-955-0534 Open: 9am to 7pm 7/days a week (affordable & certified in China) Abdomen Massage $40 Head Massage $40 Back Massage $50 Foot Massage $40 Full Body & Foot Full Body Massage $90 Massage $120 By Appointment Only 250-571-8858 Located in the Village of Chase Downtown at the corner of Bell St. & Shuswap Ave. JUNE 2012 THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER 51 I Believe Submitted by Judy Weller Friend, Neighbour and Retired First Responder I believe we are all put upon this earth for a reason. I was put on this earth to be a wife, a mother, a grandmother, an entertainer and a First Responder. I believe the First Responder Crew was brought into being for the simple reason to help their community and to do extraordinary tasks under extraordinary circumstances, at extraordinary times of the day or night. I believe it has been my honor to be included in this group of special people who serve their friends and neighbors above and beyond the call of duty. I could not have been successful as a First Responder without the help of our dedicated trainers, fellow responders and our First Responder Society members and our community support. I believe those who volunteer to be a First Responder have a spark within their soul. They are a special kind of person who is willing to give of themselves at a time of outmost need without any accolades or rewards required. What goes around comes around and special volunteers will receive rewards that cannot be pinned on a chest or described on a piece paper. If you are part of the North Shuswap First Responders volunteers, you are a very fortunate person. I believe in the end I will be able to look back on my 15 years as a North Shuswap First Responder with honor and pride, at the accomplishments I never thought I could achieve. Never be afraid to try something new you just may surprise yourself. ATTENTION ALL MOBILE HOME OWNERS...... Did you know if you are selling or buying a mobile home in BC you must ensure that it has a visible and current CSA Sticker or BCSA Silver Label? If neither label is present or correct then it needs to have the electrical system inspected by a licensed electrical contractor. If you are unsure, call Shuswap All-Trades today and let their licensed contractor inspect it for you. Make sure your Realtor knows that your mobile home needs a current CSA Sticker or BCSA Silver Label. Call or e-mail Shuswap All-Trades now to book your inspection appointment. Steve (250) 833-9163 e-mail: info@shuswapalltrades.ca or for more info on mobile home regulations visit www.shuswapalltrades.ca and follow the links Judy Weller’s “Hanging up Your Green Vest” party photos 52 THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER RALPH BISCHOFF CONTRACTING Phone/Fax (250) 955-2374 Cell# (250) 371-4830 Land Clearing Road Building Site Preparation Contract or Hourly Danger tree falling & removal vicbischoff@gmail.com Yard Care Flower beds Tree Pruning House Checks Lawn Fertilizing Hedge Trimming Spring & Fall Cleanup Core Aeration - Spring & Fall Irrigation - Startup/Winterizing Certified Horticulturist ~ Gov’t Licensed Applicator Leslie or Dale Jones 250-679-7652 Screened & Cultured #1 TOPSOIL GRAVEL LOT CLEARING Sharon & Two-Cat Pat 250-955-6435 Div. Of Nicholl Contracting JUNE 2012 One Hawk's Good Fortune Submitted by Jamie Lasser In mid-April my husband Keith called me and said that a strange looking hawk had been hit by a vehicle and was in the yard beside the lot where he was building a customer’s home in Magna Bay. Keith said that it was unable to walk and that it had been there for a while. He wondered if there was a number to call for help for wildlife in distress. The first place I thought of calling was the BC Wildlife Park in Kamloops. When I called they said that they would care for the bird if we could only get it to them. It turned out that the hawk was a male Northern Goshawk. He was beautiful grey and white with large red/brown eyes. These hawks are not endangered but are protected to some extent and they are rare. They gave some specific and well-minded directions on how to capture this large hawk while avoiding its large talons, and apparently more importantly it’s large beak! My kids and I were all home sick-- so I called our good friends Tammi and Steve Moore ( AKA “DANGER” Tree Service) to come ‘to the rescue’. I knew that Tammi had some experience and education in regards to wild animals and she was the best person to call for the situation. Tammi, Steve and their two children dropped everything that they had planned that morning, went to the scene, captured the large hawk and transported it to the Wildlife Park. The bird did suffer from moderate/severe head trauma but had no broken bones! There this Northern Goshawk was cared for and slowly re-habilitated. After nearly 2 months of amazing care and support, the rehabilitation team at BC Wildlife Park ( who were a pleasure to deal with and kept me up-dated weekly!) got him standing on his own two feet again, and then returned and released the Goshawk to its home in Magna Bay. All who participated in the event were able to be a part of the release and although a couple of tears fell they were tears of happiness and pride in the good-deed accomplished. I want to write ‘thankyou’ to my husband Keith for caring about something that others might have turned their backs on and for giving me a call, and I would like to thank Tammi and Steve for making themselves available that day and for also being an essential part in this one hawk's good fortune. Thanks Guys that was awesome! Why are many coin banks shaped like pigs? Long ago, dishes and cookware in Europe were made of a dense orange clay called 'pygg'. When people saved coins in jars made of this clay, the jars became known as 'pygg banks.' When an English potter misunderstood the word, he made a container that resembled a pig . . . and it caught on. JUNE 2012 THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER 53 The Half-Acre Homestead Curing Affluenza Here's a Do-It-Yourself, with kids, idea I thought other cheapskates might like. My youngest child is on the receiving end of many hand-me-downs. It just makes sense; why buy something new, when used will do? I firmly believe that only good quality things survive to be passed on anyway (kids are the best product testers). For example, my son has no problem riding his sisters old bike, ' couldn't care less that it was pink. Just for fun though, I thought we should spruce it up with a new paint job. He's now proudly zooming around on his 'brand new' custom race bike, with matching silverflamed motorcycle helmet. Big sister also ended up with a 'new' helmet to match her bike. Not bad for $12 of spray paint at the hardware store, and 20 minutes of creative inspiration. *Affluenza (according to Wikipedia): an epidemic of stress, overwork, waste, and indebtedness caused by the pursuit of the American Dream. Do you have a great homesteading idea or experience to share? Go ahead, make my day! Krystel Saunders saunders.kd@gmail.com 250-679-2615 Cottonwood Family Campground Cottonwood Family Campground (Reopens) Our 30 acre oasis has 164 sites with 4 cabins ready for you, *Shuswap beach front *spacious RV sites *washrooms/showers (free) *all sites full hookups * campfires *swimming pond *dock & boat moorage *paddle boat rentals Website: www.cottonwoodcampground.ca *maintenance free *on-site operations management *mature trees for shade close by for enjoyment *nearby golf courses *boat rentals *walking/biking trails email: cottonwoodfamilycampground@gmail.com Toll Free # 1-866-931-3572 54 THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER JUNE 2012 One-to-One Celebrates a Successful Year 250-679-3018 or call 250 679 679--3090 and ask for the Spa Le7ke Spa at Quaaout Lodge NEW SUMMER HOURS Open Monday to Saturday 9:30am – 6pm Sunday 9:30am 9:30am--2pm (other appointment times by request) JUNE SPECIALS : Classic Manicure 50 min. $49 Reiki Energy Healing with Chakra Balancing 45 min. $49 Back & Neck Massage 30 min. $59 Calming Mineral Body Wrap 50 min. $89 Foot Reflexology 50 min. $59 By Larissa Lutjen The One-to-One reading program at North Shuswap Elementary wrapped up with a small lunch-time party on May 11. Each of the six student readers was presented with a certificate celebrating the completion of the spring reading session and each was given a book to take home. This was the first year that North Shuswap Elementary participated in the reading program, which pairs kids needing some extra help reading with community volunteers. The students receive a half hour a day of one-on-one help reading books they choose and playing wordbased games with a volunteer. The volunteers attend a training session to prepare them for assisting the students. Then for twelve weeks they spend an hour-and-a-half at the school, once a week, reading with three students. We found this year that not only did the abilities and the enthusiasm for reading improve in the students but friendships were made between the readers and the volunteers. The volunteers were genuinely proud of the progress made by 'their kids', and the students made considerable progress in various aspects of reading. We could not have accomplished our successful first year without the generosity of the volunteers, some of whom gave an hour and a half a week for both of the twelve week sessions! The dedication and enthusiasm of the fantastic volunteers we had this year was greatly appreciated! We will again be searching for volunteers over the summer. If you would like more information, or would like to sign up to participate, please contact Larissa Lutjen at 250-8031587 or llutjen@hotmail.com. of Le7ke Spa June 15th Help us celebrate ` `Open house all weekend June 15th, 16th and 17th`` Wine and Cheese, Door prices…. Book a massage by the minute ($1/minute) all weekend. Thank YOU so much for your support these past 12 months. We really appreciate all of you. Le7ke ( =I am well) Spa at Quaaout Lodge (From top left: Larissa Lutjen, Richard Smiley, Catherine McCrea, Diane Smith and Sylvie Beillard. Bottom from left: Sierra Massie, Layah Scott, Seth Watson, Amanda Popowich, Taia Shaffer, Kelton Goffic and Kya Scott. Unable to attend were volunteers: Patsy Alford, Shirley LaMothe and Diana Halverson. Thanks also to the volunteers from the Fall session: Lisa Mattson, Val Ingram, Melanye Gough and Brenda Buffel). Always keep your words soft and sweet, just in case you have to eat them. JUNE 2012 THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER 55 Piano Man Sylvain Vallee A Musical Odyssey Through Time By Mehrnaz Ghaffari It’s not often that you’ll go to a concert to find yourself catapulted on a musical roller coaster ride through the ages while never leaving your seat. But that’s exactly the kind of journey you were in for if you were part of the audience out to see Sylvain Vallee perform at the Fireweed on Saturday May 19th. Spanning no less than several centuries of music, Sylvain wowed the audience with his talent for masterfully bringing to life compositions from much loved as well as the more underappreciated composers of our times. In an evening that felt a lot like a time travel sequence you’d find yourself merging in and out of the 20th century with a modern classic such as Billy Joel’s “Piano Man” or the Kansas ballad “Dust in the Wind” followed by a most moving performance of Beethoven’s sonata “Pathetique” from 1798. And no sooner than you were catching your breath on the heels of a graceful classical performance you’d find yourself jolted into a time warp tunnel to end up at the turn of the 20th century with a fun loving, quintessential ragtime piece like Scott Joplin’s “Maple Leaf Rag”. With insightful commentary by Sylvain on almost each piece being performed the audience was able to learn that Scott Joplin, for instance, was one of the first musically literate African American composers, which is one of the reasons why his compositions survived long enough to be made famous posthumously decades later. Another theme running throughout the night was musical composition and film scores. From “The Entertainer”, another Scott Joplin piece revived and made famous in the 1973 film “The Sting” to a personal favorite, the definitive 60’s “Pink Panther” theme by Henry Mancini, there were plenty of treats and trivia for movie buffs in the audience. The audience was also treated to three of Sylvain’s own original pieces including the delicate and refined “Une Chanson Pour les Oiseaux” (available on iTunes under Sylvain Vallee) and the emotive, environmentally themed “Keep the Water Flowing” (which you can find on the “Songs of the Shuswap” CD available at the Fireweed). The evening ended on a profound note with Sylvain delivering a passionate and appropriately dreamlike performance of Claude Debussy’s “Reverie”. Local fans of Sylvain and new enthusiasts from Vancouver alike were treated to an elegant evening featuring stunning moments of piano mastery, all performed on a Yamaha digital piano… which makes me wonder what attending a concert given by Sylvain on a grand piano or with an accompanying orchestra would be like. I have a suspicion that all sense of time would dissolve and with the moment suspended we would literally find ourselves transported to distant lands and times through the sheer power and persuasion of the music of masters. For more info on Sylvain Vallee please visit: www.valleemusic.com Bring in this Ad And receive $10.00 off regular ($72.) 18 hole green fee Offer good until June 24th 9 & DINE $49.99 Includes green fee, power cart and $10 voucher (after 4pm daily) Boat Access Available, Reservations Required 2404 Centennial Dr., Blind Bay Tee Times: 250-675-2315 56 THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER OFF ROAD SEGWAY TOURS & INNOVATIVE ADVENTURES See Nature in A Whole New Way ! Tours Along The Coyote Bluffs or Thru Roderick Haig-Brown Park Check our Website for our Heli-Segway Tour Paddle / Hike Copper Island and More Specialty Adventures MARK MADRYGA with family and friends 250.955.0073 1.877.519.3634 Scotch Creek www.uniqueadventure.net Serving the Shuswap for 40 years Dwayn Bentley 250 - 955 - 2415 highmountainfarm@gmail.com JUNE 2012 Kickin’ Up the Dirt By Ann O’Donnell The view from my window tells me that it is time to plant herbs for this season. Actually the view from my pantry is telling me the same as my dried herb supplies from last year are dwindling. We use herbs primarily for cooking, but many are also useful as decoration – in dried or fresh arrangements or in potpourri. Most of the herbs that we use prefer sun and heat and develop their best flavour and scent when they have plenty of both. Since we use most of our herbs in the kitchen we usually plant one of each of our favourites - an herb sampler so to speak - in containers to keep them handy. Herbs don't like their feet wet, so the containers need drainage holes. Watering requirements are easy to determine - insert your finger to the first knuckle and if the soil is dry add water until it drains out the bottom holes. We dry some herbs for winter use and the extra plants are grown in the vegie garden or placed in among the flowers to add their awesome scent and texture to these beds, and to attract beneficial bugs. Which herbs to grow is really your preference. Basil is one of my personal favourites and has many uses - add to salads, use for a great pesto, or simply add to some pasta with the sauce of your choice. Many nurseries offer several varieties of basil sweet, lemon or Thai for example - so do a little research or simply plant some different ones and experiment in the kitchen. If you can provide it with four hours of sunlight each day, the basil can be brought indoors come fall. Another great herb is oregano - commonly used to flavour pizza, oregano is also great for Greek potatoes or grilled veggies or to flavour some meats such as lamb or pork. Oregano is a perennial, so I put it in the garden and often take a small piece in the spring for one of the porch planters. I always dry some in the fall for the winter pantry. Parsley on the porch is just a necessity. This little flurry of greenery is full of vitamins and minerals and of course is most often used as a garnish for many dishes, but we need to give this herb it's full credit. It works great in salads and dressings, in soups and stews, omelettes and even meatballs. Parsley can be used in garlic bread (maybe some of that fresh scent will overpower the garlic for fresher breath later) and is great sprinkled over fish or chicken. Experiment and give your taste buds a new choice! Another perennial to keep handy is thyme; again, this herb comes in several varieties, so try some to find your favorite. Thyme is often used in Italian or Mediterranean dishes and works great in stocks and sauces or sprinkled over salads or pizza. Lemon thyme is a great variety to add to your repertoire for a more citrusy note. Thyme grows well in containers and is also great in rock gardens. Rosemary has become (Continued on page 57) JUNE 2012 (Continued from page 56) one of my favorite herbs and since it is a tender perennial, it will not overwinter in most conditions on the Shuswap. This year I planted a new variety called 'Barbecue' which is supposed to produce stiff stalks which can be trimmed of the leaves and used as skewers - this produces even more flavour for your dish. Rosemary serves well with pork tenderloin or with veggies. Dill is great for pickles of course, but is also valuable for sauces and dips. It adds great flavour to borscht and other soups as well. Dill plants can vary in height from 18 inches to several feet, so be sure to investigate to ensure the plant is suitable THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER for the location you choose. Tarragon is a new herb for my planters this year. I have always stocked it in my pantry but it often gets composted more than it gets used in my cooking. This year I experimented with a sauce for chicken and the flavour was great! Apparently fresh tarragon is far more robust than dried, with an equivalency of 1/2 oz fresh to 1/3 cup dried, so beware if this is new to you. These are only a few of the herbs available, so give your taste buds a chance to bloom and experiment with some different ones this year. Email questions or comments to ann.odonn@ gmail.com 57 Fitness Boot Camp and Airbrush Tanning In Scotch Creek All Summer June to September Call Rachelle 604-868-3512 58 THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER JUNE 2012 Gospel Song Sorrento Amazing coffee & espressos, hot or iced! Fresh Smoothies with juice and frozen fruit Home made baking baked fresh every day Gourmet Paninis for breakfast and lunch Have a seat in the cool indoors or relax on our deck while you enjoy your treats. Bath & Beauty supplies Vitamins & Supplements Natural Cleaning Supplies Natural and Organic Groceries and a variety of "gluten free” items Located beside the Library in Scotch Creek KEITH LASSER CONSTRUCTION Licenced Residential Builder (250) 955-0655 (604) 785-3232 New Home Warranty House & Lot Layout More than 25 yrs experience Building Custom Dream Homes in the Shuswap! Submitted by Duane Stewart The fifth annual Gospel Song Sorrento will be held at the Sorrento Retreat and Conference Centre, 1159 Passchendaele Rd, Saturday, July 14, with music beginning at 7:00 p.m. This event supports the Sorrento Food Bank and admission is by donation with cash or nonperishable food items gratefully accepted. The venue is “Kekuli”, a traditional structure with sides open to the summer breezes but with a protective dome in the event of rain. Attendance is expected to be high so you are advised to arrive early to find seats in Kekuli. Surrounding lawns provide good “overflow” seating for enjoy- ing the music from your lawn chair or blanket. The area is wheelchair accessible. There will be a 15 minute intermission midway through the show. The Kinghorn Cappuccino Bar will be open. For your listening pleasure, singing host Duane Stewart has gathered some of your favourite ShuswapOkanagan folk, country and bluegrass artists, to provide you with two great hours of the gospel and inspirational music they love to sing and play. Included in this year’s lineup are Blu and Kelly Hopkins, Tracy Jones, Larry and Jane Stephenson, Lloyd Pulliam, Vicki Wiebe, John Derksen and Jim Jamieson. Report a Trail Issue Submitted by Shuswap Trail Alliance The hotline is now set up trailreport@ shuswaptrails.com The Shuswap Trail Stewardship program continues to grow and you've got a role. If you see an issue or have a question while you're out on a trail, report it to trail- report@shuswaptrails.com We will review submissions and forward to the relevant agency or trail steward for response - or even better, let us know if you want to get involved as a steward and we'll get you connected to help out. Chase & District Health Services Foundation ...is a non-profit charity that assists the Chase & District Health Centre with health related equipment purchases and future long term care needs. Donations gratefully accepted. Tax receipts given. FMI 250-679-3312 JUNE 2012 THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER 59 PROBUS Club of Copper Island Submitted by Gary Koo PROBUS CLUB of COPPER ISLAND has now officially become one of the over 200 PROBUS CLUBS in Canada, with more than over 27,000 members. We are a combined club that invites men, women, and couples to join. We would like to meet more people from the North Shuswap, Chase, Sorrento, Blind Bay, White Lake, Eagle Bay, Wild Rose Bay areas. It is an opportunity to connect with new people, listen to guest speakers, have conversation, share experiences and possibly become part of a sub group with like interest. The core members of the executive have been selected and our first official meeting with guest speaker was held on May 10th. Dan Baskill of Blind Bay Resort gave the group a first-hand plan of the development proposed for the area. Dan was so engaging, we allowed him to extend his presentation so all questions could be answered. Our future meetings will be held on the 2nd Thursday of the month at TOAD HALL, behind TOBY'S Restaurant, in Sorrento. The coffee is on by 9:30 for social interaction and the meetings will start at 10:00am. Our intention is to have an interesting selection of guest speakers with a variety of topics for everyone. Come and join us at our next meeting June 14. If you would like more information, you can call Simon Brown (Blind Bay) 250 675-2140 or Gary Koo (Chase) 250 679-3340. Also you can check the PROBUS website at www.probus.org 955--2321 Don & Dean Wells (250) 955 Siding Installation Renovations Home/Cottage framing Asphalt Roofing Log furniture and Custom Wood Carvings HYPNOTHERAPY It’s in you to be all you can be. Fred Weiher Certified Hypnotherapist 250.517.0779 email: rose.garden42@yahoo.com Locally owned and operated - Serving you since 1986 Groceries Meat Produce Bakery Deli Lotto Post office Movie Rentals Flowers / Plants Gift Certificates Government Agency Liquor Store Cold Beer and Wine Large Selection of Domestic & Imported Beer, Coolers, Cider, Hard Liquor and Wine ATM Garden Centre is Open ! 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Lise & Peter O'Brien Julie & Ernie Howe Pat & Ron Jones Ron & Lori Schrader Marty & Maureen McMillan Evelyn Isley Margaret Needham Don & Lori Wardley Jan & Tracy Wojciechowski Cindy Korchinski Rene & Don McMillan Rose Viens Marcie Friend Pat & Gord Robertson Jeff Tarry Bev Tithecott Julie Taylor Joanne Young Debbie & John Seymour Marlene Kergan Pat & Irene Anderson Ron & Brenda Buffel Lonnie Cumming Ted Danyluk Bev Frisby Gord Fisher Jim Perry Lorne & Pat Pierlot Darla Miller Shelly Bouchard Kendal Spooner Courtney Bundy Silken Kleer Jim & Cathy McLellan Ed Goyan Bob Isley, Thank you for picking up the garlic bags and bringing them to the Transfer Station. Lorne Pierlot, Thank you for your help organizing the Lions with the clean up. Argo, Thank you for the garbage bags and your support and assistance. Our North Shuswap is a much cleaner place. Hope to see all of you next year. NOW ONLY $429,000 Quick possession Unit #40 3 bdrm, 3 bath, end unit plus den/bdrm, fully furnished. Largest unit in complex. Sleeps 10 or more. Includes boat slip. $899,000 32’ Prowler Trailer On a corner R.V. lot located on Express Point Rd in Scotch Creek $132,500 Thanks to the North Shuswap First Responders and Society members for the wonderful ‘Judy Weller Hanging Up Her Green Bag’ Tea and Responder Dinner. All your efforts are very much appreciated. Thanks to my friends and neighbors who came to give me their best wishes and kind words. It has been my honor to be of some help to you. Judy & Reg Weller ~~~~~~~~ The Imai Ball Park Foundation would like to thank Brush With Greatness Painting, owner Kyle Lessey, with helpers Jody Jakubowski and Liz Hansen, for donating their time to paint the dug-outs and bleachers to remove the graffiti caused by vandals last year .We would also like to thank Les Kurucz for the last seven years of grass cutting and keeping it in excellent shape. NS Slo Pitch League JUNE 2012 The Turtle Valley Donkey Refuge Society wishes to send out a Big Thank You to the North Shuswap Lions Club who so graciously donated the funding for the purchase and installation of an automatic, heated water trough for the Main Barn Enhancement Project. The Donkeys can now enjoy fresh, clean water on demand. Thank you for caring. A Very Special Thank You to Spooner Electric Ltd. for their very generous donation towards the construction of our much needed New Barn Project. Your gracious donation has assisted the Turtle Valley Donkey Refuge Society with the means to house abused and rescued donkeys in a caring and comfortable manner. Shirley Mainprize ~~~~~~~~ Thank you to Plantcetera for preparing the prize bags for our Senior Olympics at Caravans West RV Resort the past two years. Our senior Olympians really enjoyed the vegetables, pastries and jams that were in the gold, silver and bronze paper bags. Arlene Fankhauser - Events Coordinator ~~~~~~~~ Have you ever felt Blessed! I just want to thank Joe, Vern, Jack, Barry & the Big Boy for cleaning out my garage; Jack for fixing my lawn mower, when a tree root broke the screw off; Bev and Jerry for mowing my lawn; Betty and Clay for watching the Boys; Mom and Dad for helping me; Gene for the movies for movie night. I also thank God for loving me and for blessing me through all these people and the ones I never mentioned but you know who you are. Dolores Beck ~~~~~~~~ We would like to extend a special thank you to all the wonderful people in our community who came alongside Jack and I during his time in the hospital. Your generosity and time spent chauffeuring us was much appreciated. We are so thankful to be a part of such a caring community. Bless your hearts! Pat & Jack Sheppard THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER 61 The New Island Grill Restaurant at Copper Island on Shuswap lake Daily Lunch Specials Appies & Cold Drinks Dine In or Take Out Boat Parking Available Offering Daily Packages for your Group from June to September. Call us now to book the ultimate summer time event on the beautiful barge in the Shuswap, or go to our website for information PHYSICIAN POSITIONS AVAILABLE Part time or Full time JOIN THIS COMMUNITY BASED HEALTH CENTRE PHYSICIAN PRACTICE CONTACT DRS BATES @ 250-955-0660 www.nshealthcentre.ca 62 THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER JUNE 2012 BEST Docks BEST Selection BEST Quality BEST Prices BEST Warranty Fibreglass Poly Aluminum Honeycomb Cedar Steel Log Shuswap's Most Popular Docks for Marinas & Private Docks Indefinite life span All sizes available Fish friendly docks We’ll Beat All Competitors Prices 250-675-3007 1-866-675-3007 copperislanddocks.com AQUATAINMENT.net DISTRIBUTOR INFLATABLES (250) 675-3007 5 YEAR WARRANTY JUNE 2012 THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER Celista Estate Winery Wins Gold Medal Submitted by Jake Ootes Celista Estate Winery, located on the north shore of Shuswap Lake, is celebrating results of the All Canadian Wine Championships with a gold medal win for its 2010 Marechal Foch. “Our concentration has been to produce the best wines possible, and so far we have been rewarded with a number of silver and bronze medals in various Canadian and U.S. competitions,” says Jake Ootes, who, with his wife Marg, own Celista Estate Winery. “Of course we are extremely pleased now to win a gold medal for our Marechal Foch, especially in Canada’s most prestigious wine competition. This dark red wine is a great accompaniment to char-broiled red meat, spaghetti and pizza.” Ootes says they have been growing grapes for ten years and opened their winery three summers ago, on July 2, 2010. “Ever since we started we have worked hard on our grape production and on our winemaking to get the best possible quality.” The judging competition was held in Windsor, Ontario in mid May. Since 1981 the All Canadian Wine Championships has been considered the country’s leading wine competition. Over 1,200 wines were critiqued by an esteemed panel of fourteen wine writers, sommeliers and accredited wine judges from coast to coast. Wines are judged for sensory components, varietal character and structural soundness. Celista Estate Winery is open daily from 10:30 to 5:30 throughout the summer and fall. Wine tasting is free, and visitors can buy a glass of wine to enjoy on the garden patio which provides a panoramic view of Shuswap Lake and the surrounding mountains. “The atmosphere makes the wine taste better, and so I have been working on enhancing the property with a stone work entrance, flowers, shrubs, trees and manicured lawns,” says Marg of their 160 acre property. Bottles of wine can be purchased on the premises at the winery and at the local stores on the North Shore of Shuswap Lake as well as in Chase, Blind Bay, Sorrento, Salmon Arm, and in Kamloops. 63 Independent Distributor Do you take supplements? Need to lose some weight? Are you active and/or athletic? Herbalife International is one of the #1 company in the Health and Wellness field All products are government controlled and 30 day money back guarantee Herbalife has many target nutritional products and weight loss programs as well as personal care products. Give me a call for more information and confidential consultation Alice @ 250-679-5353 E-mail @ brideaua@mybcdc.ca DECKS by Donna Quality Fibreglass decks Great selection of colors & designs to choose from Lake Levels Water levels on Shuswap Lake are very high this Spring. When boating please remember to exercise caution near lake shores. Power down and come in slowly when docking to avoid creating waves which can erode the shorelines. Help protect the life of the lake. DISCLAIMER – The information in this publication is carefully gathered & compiled to ensure maximum accuracy. The North Shuswap Kicker cannot, and does not, guarantee the correctness of all information furnished them, nor the complete absence of errors or omissions: therefore, no responsibility for same can be nor is assumed. Press releases and reports from community organizations and businesses are encouraged but may be edited to fit available space. We reserve the right to refuse any ad or item that conflicts with the intent of this paper. Articles, advertisements and design in this publication may not be reproduced in any way without prior permission of the author. ERRORS AND OMISSIONS: Advertising is accepted on the condition that, in the event of a typographical error, the portion of the advertising space occupied by the error will not be charged for, but the balance of the advertisement will be paid for at the applicable rate. Guaranteed workmanship 23 years experience Book early to ensure your deck is protected! Serving the Shuswap and Salmon Arm area Donna 250-838-6589 After 5 pm CHASE OFFICE ask for LORINE EVANS Wills & Estates * Mediation Conveyancing * Family Law Evening & Weekend Appointments 250-372-8811 levans@eppcatesoien.com 64 THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER JUNE 2012 Naturalist News CHANGES COMING HUGE SALE UP TO 70% OFF MOST MERCHANDISE (EXCLUDING CONSIGNMENT) We need to make room for new merchandise Including: Home Décor Gifts Garden Works … Pottery & Patio Décor Jewelry and Much More! Hours: Thurs-Sun, 11 to 5 or call for appointment 250-955-2939 7237 Fraser Rd. Anglemont BC (1/2 km off Squilax-Anglemont Hwy) By Claudette Carlsen Wow, Wow, Wow, I have been getting so many reports of new and different birds this month from Chase to St. Ives. Two new birds at my feeder this year are the Black-headed Grosbeak (others have reported seeing these beautiful birds at their places too), and the Red-Naped Sapsucker. I had one several years ago that came regularly but haven’t seen it for about five years – it's good to see this beautiful Woodpecker coming again. Several people have seen the Western Tanagers, Lazuli Buntings, House Finches, Evening Grosbeaks, as well as the common Chickadees and Red Breasted Nuthatches. I had a Common Redpoll here too but it didn’t stay. And have you seen those cute baby Geese? My friend has a Northern Flicker nesting in her area and the Hummingbirds are back too. We have a Red-tailed Hawk flying in my area now – seen twice. The Wolves are being seen quite often – one female with three pups were seen near Fraser Rd. plus other reports. Behind where I live, a cougar was seen twice in one week. Thanks to all who report to me. I still need accounts of nesting birds in both Celista and Anglemont for the BC Breeding Bird atlas which winds up this year. You just need to watch breeding pairs and count the babies hatched – or not- both on land and on the lake. Does anyone see any Loons- I would like to have them in my count if they are out there. Our club will be having a Potluck Wind-up at my house, so if you are interested in coming, let me know. It is tentatively set for Saturday, June 23, with afternoon Nature walks and a meeting. FMI Claudette Carlsen 250955-8148. Bugs R Us By Madeline, Haillie T., Izzy and Haille H. For our last Nature Club of the year we had little guests visiting us. We had little microscopic water bears. Our little friends live in moss and you have to look in a microscope at 200 to see them. Just get a clump of moss from your backyard and let it soak for 20 minutes. Then move the moss to a different cup and put the used water under a microscope and you should see them. Show and Tell was great. Fiona, Simon, Isabelle, Amanda and Anna shared pictures from their journals. There were pictures of birds, feathers, rocks and leaves. The draw winners were: Amanda, Simon, Fiona and Isabelle. We had a lovely planet presentation by Murray. Each of the volunteers stood out a certain distance away from each other representing a planet. It was out in the field and it was amazing to see the distance between each planet! Thanks again Murray! Pat was kind enough to bring us her cotton plants to see. She told us she had done an experiment and she had placed 1 plant on her windowsill and the other 2 under a light bulb. The difference was unmistakable. The one on the windowsill was waaay smaller! Izzy Shaffer brought in her cotton plant that she had planted to show and it was looking very healthy! Pat also told us that she had put her (Continued on page 65) JUNE 2012 (Continued from page 64) cotton plants on the deck for a day while she went to town and the sun was so intense it burned and shriveled the leaves! One died but the other 2 lived! Thanks again to Izzy and Pat! Thanks to Anna Lutjen-La Belle and Louis Schaar, who THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER brought the delicious snacks. They were, as always, awesome! Thank-you to all the parents who helped with Bugs R Us all year. Special thanks to Mrs. Delisle for letting us use her classroom for the meetings and to the senior naturalists for teaching us so much. Community Emergency Awareness and Airport Appreciation Submitted by Leah Blain, CSRD Shuswap Emergency Program Teams Up With Shuswap Regional Airport For Day Of Community Emergency Awareness And Airport Appreciation It will be a day of airplanes, vintage motorcycles and cars, fire trucks, rescue boats, emergency demos and displays. On Sunday, June 24th the Shuswap Emergency Program (SEP) will hold their annual Emergency Preparedness Expose in conjunction with the Shuswap Regional Airport Appreciation Day. “It will be an event-filled day,” says SEP Coordinator Cliff Doherty. “People can enjoy the airshow and inbetween they can wander around to see emergency demonstrations and static displays, and pick up information on FireSmart.” Although the national Emergency Preparedness Week is designated to the first week of May, Doherty says SEP decided to amalgamate their program awareness with the celebration of the local airport. “The Shuswap Regional Airport plays a pivotal role in many local emergencies. Merging emergency preparedness response and planning with airport appreciation will benefit emergency service awareness.” The day begins with a pancake breakfast at 8 a.m. You can plan to spend the day at the airport as there will be plenty to see and do. Local emergency responding agencies will be on hand to do demonstrations. “It’s a great chance to meet – and maybe even say thank you to the volunteers who are there for the community in any kind of disaster.” NORTH SHUSWAP SLO PITCH LEAGUE Days sure fly by when it comes to Spring and ball season. Tournament time is quickly approaching and the trophy is once again up for grabs! Our teams are gearing up for what will be a very exciting and fun-filled weekend full of action and sunshine! If you have nothing planned, you should definitely come out and “catch” a few games. I guarantee the entertainment won’t bore you! We have some extremely skilled players out there! We will be hosting a Beer Garden and Concession throughout the weekend of June 22nd for everyone to enjoy so find some sun or shade and cheer on your friends and family! During our games, we have some scrumptious barbequed food available at a reasonable cost. There are smokies, hot dogs and hamburgers for the famished, as well as other goodies. We would like to encourage everyone attending ball games to try and support this venue as the Slo Pitch League would very much like to have this around for future years to come. Dinner for the players will also be available at the Copper Island Pub on Sunday, June 24th after the Tournament. Tickets are $10 each and the restaurant is now open for players under the age of 19 and anyone wishing to bring their children along! Hope to see you all there! I would also like to take this time to thank Brian and Deann MacDuff for all of their hard work and dedication to the league, Matt Brookes for all of the Tournament Coordination, the awesome lady who grills on the barbeque, Al Tayler for keeping up the fields, Al Christopherson for donating his space in the kicker, Karen from the Copper Island Pub for the delectable feast once again and last but not least, thanks to all of the teams/players and spectators for another memorable season! SCHEDULE Fri, June 15th 6PM Spooner Electric vs Master Batters @ Imai 6PM Lee Creek vs Hawks @ Rose Clifford Mon, June18th 6PM Meadow Creeps vs Mixed Nuts @ Imai Tournament June 22-24th, 2012 Sponsored by Shuswap Woodworkers Guild Submitted by Ian Tait The Shuswap Woodworkers Guild finished the season with the May meeting. We will resume our regular monthly meetings at 7 p.m. on the third Wednesday of September, in the Toad Hall, behind Toby's Restaurant in Sor- rento. We mentor and help each other by sharing experiences, woodworking problems, and solutions. Any interested woodworkers or 'wannabe' woodworkers are invited to come and join us then. For more info, please contact Ian at 250-835-0014 65 Al Christopherson Century 21 Lakeside Realty Ltd Direct Line (250) 955-2188 e-mail: al@northshuswap.com website: www.northshuswap.com 66 THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY and ICBC CLAIMS Extensive experience with severe injury claims, including brain injury, and spinal injury. Serving all of B.C. including the Shuswap. Largest law firm in BC outside of Vancouver 31 lawyers, located in Kelowna, BC. 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(some conditions apply to Special Programs) Resume & Cover letter Interview Skills Changing Career Direction Starting a New Job Job Search Self Marketing & Networking Making the Labour Market work for you 822 Shuswap Ave., Chase, BC Phone: (250) 679-8448 Fax: (250) 679-8117 ~ 9am – 4:30pm Mon. - Fri. Website: www.chaseemployment.ca Email: chaseemployment@cablelan.net The Employment Program of British Columbia is funded by the Government of Canada and the Province of British Columbia JUNE 2012 Fall Agricultural Programming Planned for the Fall Submitted by Margaret Hardy The vision to develop Agricultural Programming as a ‘flagship’ program for Okanagan College, Salmon Arm is part of this larger communitydriven plan to create a downtown community campus – a multi-purpose development including the relocation and expansion of Okanagan College - to transform the city’s downtown into a vibrant hub of cultural, educational and commercial activity providing economic and social benefits to the entire Shuswap region. Okanagan College, in collaboration with the Downtown Community Campus committee, is exploring the potential of educational programs in agriculture becoming a new and major focus for the Salmon Arm campus starting on the existing campus and, as enrollment grows, sufficient to attract students from other regions, on a new downtown community campus. The University of the Fraser Valley is very interested in a partnership with Okanagan College, with UFV providing the initial courses and expert instruction, and eventually becoming a receiver of students from the Salmon Arm campus to feed into their existing certif- icate, diploma and degree programs on the UFV Chilliwack campus. Through this partnership two new programs, livestock and horticulture, are anticipated to start in the fall of 2012 at Okanagan College, Salmon Arm campus. With this in mind representatives from the Agriculture Department of the University of the Fraser Valley came to Salmon Arm on Tuesday, May 22 to provide information about their current Agriculture Program and discuss what components would best meet the needs of the Shuswap agricultural industry. They met with local farmers, producers and related allied industry to discuss the content of UFV's newly developed agricultural programs; the appropriateness of their livestock and horticultural programs to the Shuswap; gather input into course content that is required to meet the need for professional and practical trained workers and; discuss education components for future expanded program development to meet predicted skill shortages in the Shuswap agricultural industry. For more information please contact Margaret Hardy DCC Coordinator at dcc@saeds.ca HELP WANTED The Kicker is looking for someone who is proficient in the following Desk Top Publishing Software: In Design, Photo Shop and Illustrator. If you are a summer student or are looking for some part time work we would be interested in talking to you. Please contact Jan or Tracy at The Kicker 250-955-0534 or email kicker@kicker.ca JUNE 2012 THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER …bringing your dreams home Blind Bay - SemiSemi-Waterfront home with titled lakeshore Immaculate 3 bedroom semi-waterfront home w/123'of titled lakeshore offers a spacious & bright open floor plan on a large lot. Located mins off of hwy 1 in the quaint township of Blind Bay. 2661 Blind Bay Rd - Blind Bay Affordable Waterfront Prime location! 2005 built Modern home on .58 acres in the heart of Blind Bay. Live in the 3bdrm modular w/large deck or build on this great easy to build lot. Offers privacy & is close to all amenities and hwy 1. 67 ® Independently Owned and Operated 1111 Lakeshore Drive, Salmon Arm, BC Lots 7 & 8 - Extraordinary RV Lot 2331 Blind Bay Rd. - Blind Bay Custom Built Waterfront Home This affordable lot is on a fully developed and established WATERFRONT park on desirable Shuswap Lake offering a boat-slip, boat launch, clubhouse & on site security. The manicured RV lot is within steps of the waterfront. 3065 Birch Height Dr. - Blind Bay SemiSemi-Waterfront Immaculate WATERFRONT 5 bdrm home offers 224'of beautiful pebbled beach minutes off of hwy 1 in Blind Bay. Gorgeous custom built home offers a large gourmet kitchen, hardwood floors 2 master -bdrms, spacious open floor-plan. Great views. Blind Bay - Resort GREAT DEVELOPER INCENTIVES AVAILABLE Panoramic lake views from this Beautiful Semi Lakeshore Home on 2+ acres. This unique property offers a bright open floor-plan, a secondary residence, gardens, gazebo, water garden, decks, RV site, dock & even a houseboat for summertime fun! (phone for details) Well established RV PARK- in the heart of Blind Bay! Prime RV lots with full hook-ups, in the heart of Blind Bay. Amenities include waterfront access, dock, lake, pool, hot tub, exercise room, clubhouse and landscaped grounds. Golfing, snowmobiling, local stores and restaurants all close by. 250-675-2241 sales@blindbayresort.com Blind Bay Resort on Shuswap Lake is fully established and ready for immediate occupancy. Luxury RV sites available for purchase and seasonal rent. Amenities include private sandy beach, 50 slip marina, full cafe on site, shopping next door, seasonal pool, rec. room, exercise room, laundry, showers, 3 playgrounds, play field and lots of room to stretch the legs. Contact us before May 31, 2012 for Special Incentive Pricing Sales inquiries contact Tracey with RE/MAX Shuswap or the developer, Dan Baskill, at 250-803-2595 Blind Bay Resort 2698 Blind Bay Rd. Blind Bay, BC V0E 1H1 250-675-2241 sales@blindbayresort.com 68 THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER JUNE 2012 Caravans West 2nd Annual Open House & Patio Sale Saturday June 30th 9 am – 2 pm Caravans West invites you to come and explore all that the Caravans Lifestyle has to offer. Individual Patio Sales will be throughout the park so take your time and explore the amenities while you shop for hidden treasures. Stop and view the various properties that are For Sale and don’t forget the concession stand. (Please note this is a walk and shop, local vehicle traffic only and pedestrian gates will be open for all others) Proudly Sponsored By Shuswap Scotch Creek Realtors: Krista Barker & Trev Manzuik Building in the North Shuswap? If you are building, renovating, maintaining or upgrading any structure, deck, carport, shed, garage, single family dwelling etc. that is: Over 107 sq. ft in floor area (10m sq.) 24” or more off the ground (60 cm.) Supporting any kind of load (floor or roof) A building permit is required by Building Regulation Bylaw No. 630. For information please contact: CSRD Development Services Phone: 250-833-5911 or toll free 1-888-248-2773 or visit the CSRD website at www.csrd.bc.ca JUNE 2012 THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER School News By Jan Penner We recently learned that we are losing our principal. Glen Overgaard has been at North Shuswap Elementary for the last 5 years. Previous to his arrival, due to many different circumstances, our principals had changed at least every 2 years, so it was nice to have someone in the position for such a lengthy time. Mr. Overgaard is going to be heading the staff at Len Wood Middle School in Armstrong in September. We are sad to bid him farewell but wish him great success in his new school. At this time, we do not know who the new principal at North Shuswap will be, as the position has yet to be filled. Spring Tea was very well attended and we hope everyone enjoyed the refreshments and entertainment. The ribbon cutting which followed officially opened our primary play equipment and new picnic table area. Thank you to everyone who participated and to our wonderful PAC and the North Shuswap Lions for their awesome support. Mr. Schmidt's classroom is now home to a Smart Board. Put simply, this is a combination computer and whiteboard. It has some amazing capabilities and as a learning tool is invaluable. Mr. Schmidt and his students have been doing some great things with it and the rest of the teaching staff are very intrigued. We made a presentation to PAC and the NS Lions, requesting more boards for the other classroom. Between PAC and the Lions, it looks like we have a commitment for at least 2 boards for the fall. What a fantastic community we have! Bugs R Us has wrapped up for the year. A huge thank -you goes out to the members from the NS Naturalists Club, who organize presentations and activities. Thanks too, to all those parents who come out to each meeting to help and support, not to mention supplying snacks. Mrs. Delisle would like to send out a big Thank-you to Angela Simpson for donating a large amount of sheep manure, which she delivered to the school in several trips, for use in nourishing the gardens. As well, a huge pat on the back goes to Mrs. Delisle and her gardening helpers for the job they have done. Our school looks great, with the garden patches front and center, welcoming everyone who comes to North Shuswap Elementary. The annual Father's Day Poker Run is coming up. Anyone wishing to volunteer can contact a PAC member or the school, at 250-955-2214, for more information. A large portion of monies raised with this event goes to PAC and it is a really fun event, so plan to attend! The year end is quickly approaching. The next few weeks will be packed with yearend field trips, and final testing and reporting. Our Grade 7 Farewell and Awards Day presentations will be held on June 27th at 12:30. Seating is often at a premium for this event so please arrive by 12:15 to help ensure yourself of a seat. The last day of classes is June 28th with an early dismissal time, and staff will wrap up the year on the 29th. Have a super summer everyone! 69 A large percentage of our calls are for emergency service. A pump pump--out schedule of every 33--4 years can save thousands of dollars in drain drain--field repair or replacement. A partner in your efforts to keep the Shuswap /Thompson waters clean Locally Owned & Operated Electronic Septic Tank Locaters Portable Restroom Rentals & Service Serving Salmon Arm to Pritchard web: www.shuswapseptic.ca email: info@shuswapseptic.ca Scotch Creek Dental Clinic Located in downtown Scotch Creek OPEN Tuesday & Wednesday 9:00am - 4:30pm Dr. Russ Kearl Dr. Carmel Hopkins Unit #3-3874 Squilax-Anglemont Hwy (Peoples Drug Mart Strip Mall) 70 THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER JUNE 2012 Defining Moments North Shuswap Christian Fellowship St. David’s by-the-Lake Anglican/United Church 5518 Squilax/Anglemont Hwy, Celista worship@stdavidschurch.info Rev Brian Smith Sunday 11:00 am North Shuswap Christian Fellowship 4079 Butters Road, Scotch Creek Pastor Mike Lewis 250-955-2545 Worship & Sunday School, 10:30 am Catholic Services Our Lady of the Lake - Blind Bay Sunday, 11 am Chase Sunday, 9:00 am Join us at St. David’s by the Lake on the highway in Celista Sunday services at 11:00 See our beautiful stained glass cross designed by Joan Hein and created in stained glass by Giovanna Goyan Special Canada Day Sunday morning service July 1 Something for children every Sunday Light lunch served after each service Everyone Welcome ! Thrift Shop News Open each Wednesday from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm Donations are most welcome; but please no microwaves, TVs, computers, or furniture (our space is limited) 4079 Butters Rd. Scotch Creek 250-955-2545 To be Canadian is to be free. This is the sentiment expressed by many immigrants and world travelers to Canada. But what makes Canada so free? Perhaps the answer lies in what Canada defines as the foundation for its freedom. The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms begins by saying: “Whereas Canada is founded upon principles that recognize the supremacy of God and the rule of law.” Surprisingly, a foundation for Canada's rights and freedoms is the supremacy of God. Isn't this an outdated view that no longer applies today? - actually, no. The goal of the Charter is to provide freedom through justice. Justice pertains to morality. Society insists that morality is a personal subjective matter relative to what I decide is right for myself. However, justice contradicts that notion and implies that I should expect a common standard of morality from others. So the universal cry for justice indicates that morality is actually objective; that all individuals are accountable to a moral standard that is outside of themselves. What then should be the moral standard? If the standard is from human origin then equality is sacrificed. For inevitably the physical, political or financial might of some will determine what is right for others. Such a standard would also be arbitrary in that it would be manipulated to meet the wants of the powerful. However, if God is the moral standard then all people, even the powerful, are equal under Him. And morality is not arbitrary if rooted in the unchanging character of God. Also since God knows all things justice will ultimately be served, even when human courts fail. Why is Canada so free? Because it was founded upon the supremacy of God. The person who builds on this foundation finds personal freedom and contributes to the freedom of Canada. Pastor Mike Lewis Worship Service Sundays - 10:30am Monthly, every third Sunday 12:15pm Pot Luck Meal, Fellowship, Entertainment Bible Studies: Various week days at different locations (call for info) Youth Club: Fridays 7:00pm Ladies Gathering: Monthly, every second Monday 10:00am Summer Kids Klub July 16-20 North Shuswap Christian Fellowship Church (4079 Butters Road) Scotch Creek 9:30am-12noon. Ages 6-12 For more information call Debbie Lewis at 250-955-0071 join us for an exciting adventure through bible stories, songs, crafts, games and fun! JUNE 2012 THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER 1 CROSSWORD ACROSS 41. Missing In Action 42. Overact 45. Icing 48. Soothsayer 51. Demesnes 52. Intersect 54. Male deer 55. Figurine 59. Grind 62. Cab 63. Beginnings of plants 65. Ancient Peruvian 66. Very imposing or impressive 67. Twilled fabric 68. Left by a wound 69. Untidiness 70. Encounter 71. Rope fiber 1. Found on most heads 5. Seaweed 9. Strait-laced 13. Coastal raptor 14. Intimidate 16. Assistant 17. Not more 18. Spanish friend 19. Part portrayed 20. Philippine tribal chief 22. Stretched 24. Wander 26. Attempts 27. Honors 30. Theatrical performers 33. Affect with an ulcer 35. Ice rain 37. Make lace 38. A synthetic fabric DOWN 3 4 5 6 13 14 17 18 20 24 27 25 28 30 50 52 56 51 57 66 67 21. Not under 23. Obtains 25. Distinctive flair 27. Fretted instrument 28. San Antonio fort 29. A pig's home 31. Payment 32. Parisian river 34. Imp 36. Labels 39. Refinable rock 40. Snack 43. Plan of action 64 8 2 6 4 3 9 4 6 7 1 6 8 3 8 1 3 1 5 9 1 6 2 Answers on page ????? Answers on page 78 8 60 61 65 68 71 44. Beige 46. Doe's mate 47. Make dirty or spotty 49. Loamy deposit 50. High regard 53. Cubic meter 55. Flower stalk 56. Adhesive strip 57. Line of rotation 58. Border 60. Defraud 61. Angelic instrument 64. Collection 4 1 7 3 59 70 7 2 54 58 63 47 Puzzle 2 - Hard 8 7 41 46 53 62 36 40 45 49 32 35 39 44 48 31 12 26 38 43 11 16 34 42 10 23 29 37 71 9 19 Puzzle 1 - Easy 9 8 15 33 55 7 22 21 69 Answers on page 78 1. Possessed 2. Region 3. Teacher 4. Fix up 5. American Dental Association 6. Hobbling 7. Remorse 8. Wool source 9. Sunshade 10. Violent disturbance 11. Indolent 12. A fitting reward (archaic) 15. Carbonated water containing quinine 2 7 2 8 8 9 4 6 5 1 2 8 6 6 4 3 1 2 5 7 5 9 4 2 1 6 9 72 THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER NORTH SHUSWAP Lions Club Meat Draw - Saturdays at the Cop- per Island Pub. 3pm-5pm. Till the end of June. Interpretive walks - Log Cabin Interpretive Centre in Roderick Haig-Brown Park, each Wednesday over the summer, 4pm. Learn about local cultural and natural histories. Scotch Creek Farm & Craft Market - Every Sunday, 10am-2pm. People Drug Mart parking lot. FMI Deb 250-675-5165 Celista Hall Farmers’ Market - every Wed, 9am-1pm, July 4-Sept 12 at the North Shuswap Community Hall. Produce, baking, crafts, music, kids activities, swimming, picnic area, boat launch. FMI 250-955-2978 19th Annual Poker Run & Fundraiser - Father’s Day, June 17th. 9am—3:45pm. If you get your hand in by 2 pm, you qualify for an early bird draw of $500. 5 lake checkpoints (also accessible by car). Lots of prizes, minimum win of $1000. Funds shared this year by NS School, NS Community Association and NS Health Society. Hot Dogs & Hamburgers will be served up by the Lions Club . FMI Captains Village Marina 250-955-2424 Skwlax Pow Wow - Jun 21. at Little Shuswap Lake Band Hall (1886 Little Shus. Lk Rd. west) 5pm. Everyone Welcome. Hot Summer Nights Concerts June 29, 7 pm at Fireweed Art Studio lawn. Strawberry Tea - June 24, 2pm. Lakeview Centre in Anglemont. Entertainment by the Anglebay Entertainers, the Barbershop Girls JUNE 2012 and the Junior Choir. NS Chamber Meeting - June 25th, 6pm at Creekside Restaurant. Grade 7 Farewell and Awards Day - June 27th, 12:30. Caravans West 2nd Annual Open House - June 30, 9am to 2pm. Walk & shop Patio sale July 1st Canada Day and Grand Re-Opening Celebration - Lakeview Centre, Anglemont. Early afternoon. Activities and tour of the facility. Rise & Shine Breakfast - July 14th & August 11th, 8am to 11am at the Lakeview Centre in Anglemont. SORRENTO~BLIND BAY WHITE LAKE Blind Bay Farmers Market - Every Thurs 10am-2pm, Blind Bay Marketplace parking lot. FMI Deb 250-675-5165 10TH Annual Lobsterfest - Sat, June 16, White Lake Community Hall. Bring potluck dish to share and own refreshments. Doors 5pm, Dinner 6:30, Dance 7:30. FMI 250-803-4616 Sorrento 100th Anniversary Celebrations June 17, Picnic & Regatta, dress old fashioned, bring picnic lunch. July 19th - Historical selfguided tour to historic houses. Jul 21 - Official Opening Ceremony and Street Party. FMI or to volunteer call Erika 250-675-3786 Shuswap Lake Accordion Festival - June 22 & 23. Sorrento Memorial Hall. Sign up to play on Fri 2-5:30, dinner 5:30-6:30, jamming and dance to follow. Sign up to play Sat 1PM, din- ner 5:30 followed by a dance. FMI Diane 250675-2531 Gospel Song Sorrento - Sorrento Retreat and Conference Centre, 1159 Passchendaele Rd, Sat, July 14, 7 pm. Admission by cash or nonperishable food item for the food bank. FREE VBS day camp - Operation Overboard, July 16-20, 9am-12pm at Shuswap Lake Estates Lodge. Age 4(in 2012) to Grade 5 . Register kids at overboard.cokesburyvbs.com/ROL. FMI Lianne 250-463-4374 Shuswap Rock Club's Show & Sale Event July 14, 9 am to 4 pm Rocks, Gems, Jewelry, Spin & Win at Toad Hall adjacent to Sorrento's Farmers' Market. Blind Bay Painters Art Show & Sale - June 29th, 5-8pm, June 30 to July 1, 10am-5pm at the Reedman Gallery at the Blind Bay Hall. 2510 Blind Bay Rd. CHASE 6th Annual Chase Kindergarten Fair (KFair), Fri, June 20, 11:30am-3pm, Chase Community Hall. To register call 250-679-1393 or 250-6791418 4th Annual Donkey Days Celebration - June 23 & 24, 10am-4pm. Admission by donation, Live music & refreshments, kids games, 1125 Ptarmigan Rd, Chase. FMI 250-679-2778 What's the Hype on Hypertension? June 19, 1:30-3PM, Chase Health Centre - multi purpose room. Learn causes and Management of high blood pressure. FMI Janet Jones/Deborah Lewis 250-679-4990 Regularly Scheduled Events Many of the clubs and organizations stop meeting for the summer. Be sure to check before you go. NORTH SHUSWAP Alcoholics Anonymous AA - Sundays at 7pm, Squilax Band Office (back door) FMI 250-6793945 or 250-679-3352 Buddhist Theory, Zen meditation - Tuesdays, 7:30pm at 2701 Squilax Anglemont Rd. FMI Vaughn, 250-804-3139 Chamber of Commerce Meetings - 4th Mon of the month, 7pm @ Century 21 office FMI 250-955 -2113 Coffee House - 3rd Friday of the month, 7pm NS Community Hall Community Association - 3rd Mon. of the month, 7pm, NSCH Community Needlework & Crafts - Every Tue., 10am to 2pm. NSCH. Bring your lunch. Everyone welcome. FMI call Dolores @ 250-955-6560. Country Gardens Garden Club Meet 3rd Wed of the month, 7 pm at the Anglemont Srs. Centre. FMI Chris 250-955-6467 Historical Society - 2nd Thurs of the month, 2pm, NSCH Ladies Bible Study & Care Group Meet every Friday in private homes. 9:30-11:30am. Need help/ prayer/info? (confidential) call 250-955-2131 Lions Club - 2nd & 4th Thurs of the month, 7pm, NSCH NSWI (Women’s Institute) - Meet 3rd Tues of the month, 1pm, NSCH N.S. Community Prayer Group Meet the 3rd Thursday of the month, 7 pm at the Anglemont Lakeview Centre. FMI Sharlee Lea 250-955-0885 or Val Lenz 250-955-2117. N.S. First Responders Society Mtg is the 2nd Wed of the month, 7 pm. Phone Bev at 250-9550365 for location. New members always welcome. FMI 250-679-3536 N.S. Players - 2nd Tues. of the month, 7pm at NS Community Hall Parks Commission - 2nd Thurs of the month, 10am, NSCH StrongStart Centre - Mon & Alternating Wed 9am to noon . Preschoolers & caregivers. Play based learning. Healthy snacks. FMI Joan 250955-2214 Tai Chi - FMI Sandra 250-955-8189, NSCH The Crafts Club - Tuesdays , 10am to 2pm at the Lakeview Centre in Anglemont. FMI Dolores 250955-2613 CHASE Adult/Senior Line Dancing - Thurs starting Jan 23 at Chase Community Hall. (10 sessions) FMI 250-679-5443 Chase Duplicate Bridge - Thurs in St. Andrews Church (rear door) Zoë 250-679-8488 Chase Creekside for Seniors Mon: Carpet bowling 10am, Snooker 1pm Tues: Silver Belles & Beaux 10:30am, Bingo 1pm Wed: Exercise 9am, Line Dancing 10am, Snooker & games 1pm Thur: Carpet Bowling 10am Fri: Exercise 9am, Crib 1pm Monthly General meeting 2nd Thurs 1pm Monthly Supper every 3rd Friday 5:30pm Monthly Mini Crib 2nd Fri FMI Sher Dickson 250-679-3306 Parkside Estates - Public Bingo Wed. 1pm Royal Canadian Legion Closed Sun, Mon & Wed Tues: Free meat draw 4-6:30pm Wed: closed except for General Mtg 3rd Wed, 7pm Thurs: Crib & Fun Darts 7pm (Continued on page 73) JUNE 2012 (Continued from page 72) Fri: open 2-8pm. Dinners,1st, 2nd & 4th Friday Sat: 1-8pm. Meat Draws, Fun Darts, 50/50 2pm Sun: Closed (except for 1st Sunday) SORRENTO Shuswap Wood Carvers - Wed & Sat 8:30am 12pm. FMI Ken, 250-675-3316, Norm, 250-675-3764 The Ta'Lana Twirler's Square Dance Club Weekly dances, at the Blind Bay Hall, 2010 Blind Bay Rd. Rounds and main stream dancing. FMI Betty & Fred at 250-675-4408 or George & Nancy at 250-675-5375 The Piecemakers Quilt Group - Thurs. 10 - 2pm at the Sorrento Drop In Centre. FMI 250-955-2393 Shuswap Woodworkers Guild - 3rd Wed of the month, 7pm, Toad Hall behind Toby’s Restaurant. FMI Ian, 250-835-0014 THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER Probus Club - Second Thurs of each month, 9:30am, Toad Hall. FMI Simon 250-675-2140 or Gary 250-679-3340 Sorrento Drop in Centre Mon: AA & Alanon - 8pm, Glee Club - 9:30am Tues: Crib -1:30pm, Snooker (men) - 1:00pm, Meals to Wheels bi-weekly, 12pm Wed: T.O.P.S. - 8:15am, Snooker 6:00pm Thurs: Foot Clinic (call for appt. 250-675-4182), Quilting - 10:00am Snooker (men) - 1:00pm, youth resource 6:30pm Fri: Ladies Snooker- 2pm, Bingo/Games 6:30pm Sat: Scottish Country Dancing 9:30 SUNNYBRAE Community Hall Tues & Thurs: Karate 6pm (250-835-8875) Mon & Fri: Badminton (250-835-4625) 73 2nd Sat: Coffee House (except June to Sept) 4th Wed: General Meeting 7:30pm Seniors Hall Tues: Sunnybrae Painters 10am (250-835-4625) 1st & 3rd Thur: Needle Arts Guild 10am (250-8358842) 1st & 3rd Wed: Quilters (250-835-8255) 3rd Tues: Potluck dinner and Meeting 5:30 (except July/Aug) Shuswap Needle Arts Guild - Meet 1st & 3rd Thurs each month, 10am - Sunnybrae Seniors Hall. FMI 250-835-8842 WHITE LAKE Scrapbooking Workshop Wednesdays 9am – noon. 3389 White Lake Rd. Hands on assistance. Ideas & coffee break provided. Kimberly 250-8354835 To add a meeting/event call 250-955-0534, Fax 250-955-0515 or email kicker@kicker.ca Adams River Salmon Society.. Darlene McBain 250-955-0383 AWE Society.. Dorothy Marks email: ggskram@lincsat.com Anglemont Ladies Golf.. Bev Shea 250-955-0365 Anglemont Men’s Golf Club.. Steve Moore 250-955-2204 Artistic Community.. Lynn Erin 250-955-6234 Baseball Club.. Terry Speed 250-955-6122 Camp Grafton.. Judy MacPherson 250-374-5115 or NS Community Association.. Ed Overland 250-955-2844 Anglemont Graham Lucas.. 250-955-2173 Celista Ray Robinson..250-955-8123 S.C./L.C. Art Stoll 250-955-2422 / 250-517-0098 First Responders.. Pat Robertson 250-955-2999 First Responders Society.. Bev Shea 250-955-0365 Girl Guides - Chase District.. Janie Emeny 250-679-3094 Hatha Yoga.. Sandra 250-955-8189 Heart & Stroke Foundation of BC & Yukon.. Cynthia Bentley 250-955-2222 (In Memoriam) Historical Society.. Loretta Greenough 250-955-6431 Imai Ball Park Foundation.. Eric Lutjen 250-851-6196 Karate Club.. Dale Cundy 250-955-2145 Lakeview Centre.. Fay Hadden 250-955-2488 Lions Club.. Tom Price 250-955-2344 Meadow Creek Park Assoc.. Don Grimm250- 955-0262 Naturalists Club.. Claudette Carlsen 250-955-8148 Needle Bugs Club.. Gerry Kendall 250-955-6279 NS Cemetery.. Doug Prigmore 250-955-6454 or Loretta Greenough 250-955-6431 NS Christian Fellowship.. Pastor Mike Lewis 250-955-2545 Saratoga - Aileen Brand 250-955-6123 St. Ives - Dave King 250-955-0573 School District # 83.. Holly Overgaard 250-955-2515 Seymour Arm Comm. Assoc.. Bob Reimer 250-833-7610 Seymour Arm Snowmobile Club.. Wilmer Marks 778-785-2032 Shuswap Environmental Action Society.. Jim Cooperman 250-679-3693 Shuswap Hospice Society.. 250-832-7099 Shuswap Volunteer Search & Rescue.. Don Reed 250-675-2597 Shuswap Needle Arts Guild.. Gemma 250-835-8842, Sandra 250-832-0972 Shuswap Rock Club.. Pat or Gail Bowden 250-675-2849 Shuswap Waterfront Owners Association (SWOA) info@SWOA.ca, web: www.SWOA.ca Skmana Ski club .. George 250-679-3688/John 250-679-8600 South Shuswap Canada Day Committee.. Jennie Anderson 250-675-4553 Tai Chi.. Sandra Spicer 250-955-8189 Victim Services.. Brandi Nakazawa 250-679-8638 Whittlers Club.. Marian Zackery 250-955-0359 Women’s Institute.. Maureen Kalynchuk 250-955-2954 Hall Bookings – Alison Elmes 250-955-2588 NS Craft & Needlework Club.. Nadine Collier 250-955-2388 NS Elementary School.. Glen Overgaard 250-955-2214 NS Health Centre Society.. Anita Misseghers 250-955-0924 and Joan Bristow 250-955-2304 NS Players.. Judy Weller 250-955-0744 Maria Mazzotta 250-374-5665 Okanagan Regional Library.. Lee Carreiro 250-955-8198 Chamber of Commerce.. Dave Cunliffe 250-851-6852 Parents Advisory Committee.. Leigh Schaffer 250-679-8009 Coffee House.. Willy Gaw 250-955-0377 Parks Commission Chair.. To be announced Country Kids Play School.. Alanna Stearns 250-679-3005 Police Advisory Committee.. Lynda Sutton 250-955-6144 Country Gardens Garden Club.. Chris Trueman 250-955-6467 Ratepayer Associations CRIMESTOPPERS.. 1-800-222-8477 Anglemont - Marian Zackery 250-955-0359 Crowfoot Snowmobile Club.. Martin & Julie Lucas 250-955-2246 Lee Creek - Veronica Bene 250-679-4678 CSRD - Area F.. Larry Morgan 250-955-2567 Magna Bay - Alan Nunn 250-679-2565 or 604-522-3346 Scotch Creek - Mary Stewart 250-955-2967 FIRE DEPARTMENTS 74 THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER JUNE 2012 Contact Us at The Pork Chops with Black Cherry Sauce INGREDIENTS 2 tbsp. vegetable oil 4 (8 oz.) bone-in pork chops salt & pepper to taste 1/4 cup butter 3/4 cup sliced shallots 1 1/2 cups fresh black cherries, pitted and halved 2 tbsp. red wine 1/4 cup beef broth 1/4 tsp. dried rosemary leaves, crumbled ICKER For Advertising information contact Tracy 250-955-0534 Publisher: Jan Wojciechowski 250-955-0534 Editor: Jan Penner 250-955-0039 Advertisements, Co–editor: Tracy Wojciechowski 250-955-0534 Fax : 250-955-0515 E-Mail: kicker@kicker.ca Write us: 7320 Estate Place, Anglemont, B.C. V0E 1M8 Website: www.kicker.ca Subscriptions: $45.00/yr (+HST). Drop boxes: SuperValu or Peoples Drug Mart in Scotch Creek, Sunnyside SuperMart in Celista, or 7320 Estate Place in Anglemont. Got a favourite recipe you would like to share? Send it to kicker@kicker.ca or fax it to 250-955-0515 DIRECTIONS 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. 2. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season pork with salt and pepper, brown in the hot oil until golden brown on both sides, about 2 minutes per side. Remove the pork chops to the lined baking sheet. Bake until the pork is no longer pink in the center, and registers 160 degrees F (71 degrees C) on a kitchen thermometer, about 20 minutes. 3. While the pork chops are baking, melt the butter in the same skillet over medium heat. Stir in the shallot and cherries. Cook until the shallot has begun to soften, about 2 minutes. Stir in the red wine and beef broth, and bring to a simmer. Season with rosemary, and simmer until the sauce has reduced and thickened. Season to taste with salt and pepper before pouring over the pork chops to serve. SHUSWAP STREET NAMES ABBY ALPINE ASPEN BEATTY BISCHOFF CASTLE Working Together To Prevent Crime DALINE DANIELS DASNIERES KENWOOD KLONDIKE Y B B A B S E A G A L P I N E LIBERTY LINDSAY LUCERNE D A N I E L S D N Y I Y T B I L C A I MAGNABAY MOUNTAIN OLLANSON Y N Y T Z I ESTATE FORTUNE FRANSEN RANCH RICHARDS HILLIAM HODKINS HOURSESHOE JORDAN SQUILAX STAMPEDE J E A S R T PENWITH PINE R E I DIAL 9–1–1 FOR EMERGENCIES A E S I N S A D C N A R F X A L H P B H O L H O Q T N O R U S A N G P N A A I S H O C H S E O T F V R A F Y E S S E E N K N R S K D N I O D L I W E A M O W R E F O N I R E M A I L L I D S Q U I S T A M P D F P S L O R D A N U O N A A L C U M T Chase Detachment Office 250-679-3221 If you have any tips on local crime call CRIMESTOPPERS at 1-800-222-8477 T R E D U C A C I O E O L D T K F V R R N A S N C E N H A T R O L C L A X C V Y H N L H E D E K D O O W N E DID YOU KNOW …. That Bischoff Road was named for John, Mathew and Henry Bischoff, homesteaders in 1913? - and that Line 17 was originally a survey line meant to provide a link for future land surveys? JUNE 2012 THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER 75 $6 up to 20 words, 20¢ ea. additional word. $1 for box-around. Single column Display Ads are $2.00 per 1/4 inch. Drop ads along with cash or check (made out to the KICKER) at drop boxes, e-mail ad to kicker@kicker.ca or mail to 7320 Estate Place, Anglemont, B.C. V0E 1M8. Ads must be received 12 days prior to the paper hitting the stands. C L A S S I F I E D A D S M U S T B E P A I D I N A D V A N C E . SERVICES SERVICES Making Waves Marine Service, Service, parts, and marine accessories to your location. Full mechanical marine repair and service available to all makes and models of pleasure craft. Certified marine technician with over 20 years experience. Call Alan today at 955-0884. www.makingwaves marine.ca K9 ScallyWags Pet Grooming 679-7889 Spring Product Arriving Weekly 250-679-8456 Hours: Tues to Sat 10:00 - 5:30 Kyle Lessey 250‐955‐0935 Year Round Service Unit #5-1250 TCH (above drugstore) CAPT/ACAP 250-675-4661 250-517-7717 kennyfin01@gmail.com Larkspur Services Orchardist Small tree removal, pruning, shaping, hedge trimming, brush & dead tree removal before fire season. Free estimates on all yard work. Please leave msg 250-517-7429 PROM DRESSES 250-372-2599 250-682-5995 Pre-purchase and Pre-sale appraisal reports Mortgage Refinancing? Estate? Division of Assets? Prompt Service Fully accredited appraisers (AACI) Wood Furniture Repairs. Dave Cross, 250-955-0065 Celista Linda’s Security Checks Worried about break ins? We do house checks, walk arounds. References available. Lived here since 1981 250-955-2500 Cell 250-819-2500 linda.lkendall@gmail.com Dock Doctor We will help keep you afloat. Repairs and maintenance of docks, new wood docks, used docks. 250-955-2500, Cell 250-318-2890 bob.thedockdoctor@gmail.com Fred Weiher Certified Hypnotherapist Lee Creek 250.517.0779 THOMPSON RIVERS APPRAISALS www.trappraisals.ca 250-675-2400 Charity Leach HYPNOTHERAPY It’s in you to be all you can be. VARYA KRUPSKYA LÜTJEN 250-679-8666 REAL ESTATE APPRAISALS Magna Bay JUNE SPECIAL (by appointment) Kenneth Finlayson Painting (Cell)250‐320‐6820 Massage Nail Tech in Training Great Prices Call for more details Grand Piano Consultation BrushwithGreatness / Waxing Relaxation Detailing WE DELIVER email: rose.garden42@yahoo.com Ian Bischoff 250-955-2340 250-833-6073 Qua Verde Enterprises Ltd. Residential House Cleaning Servicing the Shuswap since 1996 Alice 250-679-5353 email: brideaua@mybcdc.ca Lucas Excavating Services Hitachi 120, driveways, building excavations, lot clearing. Over 20 years experience. Call Graham 250-955-2173 SIGNS THAT WORK ! Marine Auto Home INTERIOR / EXTERIOR NOW LOCATED AT PARK STORE Steam Cleaning - Upholstery/Carpets Cut Polishing/Polishes/Waxes Custom Detailing Services Leather & Vinyl /Cleaning/Re- conditioning Cosmetic Details/Decals/K-#’s Art & Mural Painting 250-955-0655 Cell: 250-517-0983 Piano Tuning & Restoration 927 Shuswap Ave. Chase Manicures Pedicures Gel Nails Now Open Saturdays Tues-Sat 560-B Shuswap Avenue - Best parking around back - SERVICES Shuswap IPG Certified - Force sports Shop SERVICES How do those dead bugs get into those enclosed light fixtures? The Live Healthy Store BEFORE Lose weight while maintaining good nutrition. For your personalized easy to follow program call Ed & Kathy Shaw 250 955 6522 or toll free 877 808 6522 email ekmall@cablelan.net AFTER TOPSOIL MANURE (rotted) GRAVEL LOT CLEARING EXCAVATING 250-955-6435 Garden Elf Services - Spring clean-up continues! Weeding, planting, maintenance by reliable experienced woman. $16 per hour. Please call 250-955-0806 or 250-204-1123 or email northendgirl3@gmail.com Increase your business profile with signage and vehicle graphics. Banners, Magnets, Reflective, Full colour wide format printing and cut vinyl signs. (250) 675-5380 Ship Shape Shelter Indoor Boat and www.signsthatwork.net RV Storage. Indoor, humidity conkenbeyer@airspeedwireless.ca trolled and limited outdoor storage and valet service available for boats Peditox Ionized Foot Detox and RVs. Complimentary summer helps the body eliminate toxins trailer storage for all customers. and waste products – to restore Please call Gary or Michele Osborne itself to a healthy balanced state. at 250-835-4224 or email FMI Dawn Bentley 250-955-0680 shipshapeshelter@hotmail.com 76 THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER JUNE 2012 $6 up to 20 words, 20¢ ea. additional word. $1 for box-around. Single column Display Ads are $2.00 per 1/4 inch. Drop ads along with cash or check (made out to the KICKER) at drop boxes, e-mail ad to kicker@kicker.ca or mail to 7320 Estate Place, Anglemont, B.C. V0E 1M8. Ads must be received 12 days prior to the paper hitting the stands. C L A S S I F I E D A D S M U S T B E P A I D I N A D V A N C E . SERVICES FOR SALE A Great Gift One that they will use for Years! BC Facial Kit $79 (+300 value) or Sunsation Kit $99 (+400 value) STRIDER BIKES Until June 30th you can sign up for smart shopper discount and choose from either kit. For 18 month - 5 years old. Teaches your child balance, coordination and develops confidence. If they can STAND - they will RIDE! NO pedals - NO trike to interfere with their feet. A great gift idea, that the kids will love! Call Dawn or Dave for more details or to view! 250- 955-6541 JUST ASK Celine Zanders 250-319-0959 czanders1@hotmail.com www.beautipage.ca/celine/ *ATTENTION* BOATERS SAFE BOATING COURSE Handmade Soap - made out of locally grown Seabuckthorn berries. Berries have over 190 nutrients used as a skin care remedy. FMI Dawn Bentley 250-955-0680 —————————————— Tools, tools, tools. Assorted hand will be held at and power tools. Chop saws, table Shuswap Lake Estates saw, pressure washer, snowblower, Saturday JUNE 23, and much much more. Call for 9am-3pm. more info. 250-955-2979 —————————————— Receive your PCOC life time boating certification at 1995 Toyota Previa Auto. PS, PB, sunroof, hitch, stereo. 375,397 end of course. KM . $1995. Call Bud pre-register with 250-955-6476 Ken Proctor —————————————— 2000 Honda Scooter 49 cc. No 250-675-3567 or motorcycle licence required, only KJP7@TELUS.NET class five driver’s license needed. Sponsored by: Shuswap Good condition, new battery, Estates Community Assn. $1200 OBO. Call 250-955-0612 —————————————— BOAT 4 SALE, 2003 Campion Linda’s Silver Threads Bow Rider, Model Chase 550. Call Larry 250-955-6267. Mobile Hair Care Has added a location in Chase at —————————————— 1984 18.5’ 5th wheel Slumber PARKSIDE ESTATES Queen. Good condition, sleeps 3 SENIOR RATES adults. Clean, no pets or smokers in unit. $2800 with hitch. Cut n Style - Perms 250-955-0363 For Appointment call —————————————— 250-955-0180 Sting Ray Kite Tube for Sale – 250-679-1510 - Chase used once - $400 OBO. Adjustable (Thurs/Fri) Training Water Skis - $50. New 250-299-8181 - Cel Costco Water Cooler – White $50. Bakers Cart w/ protective plastic cover and 8 baking sheets Good Brothers Recycle. Salvage $200. New Stainless Steel shelving dump runs - yard and garden, light unit (Costco) w/wheels - $80. carpentry. Call 250-679-8780 250.955.0442 FOR SALE LANDSCAPE ROCK (big / small) Lava Rock • Shale Rock 250-955-6435 FOR SALE 2008 150 Speedster Seadoo. Red / white. Seats 4. Very few hours. Asking $10,000. OBO 250-955-2338 Used lumber for sale. 14 pcs 2x6 cedar – 8 ft. 2 pcs 4x4 treated – 8 ft. also 4 smoked acrylic sheets 2’x11’, 1 galvanized ladder for wharf or raft. 250-955-0052 —————————————— Futon bunkbed for sale. Bottom Majestic Futon mattress folds from couch to double bed, twin on top. 1999 21’ Regal boat. Fuel injected, 350 engine and EZ Like new. $350 OBO loader trailer. Both in excellent 604-461-5205 or text 604-786-8067 condition. Equipped with 4 cano- —————————————— pies for all weather conditions and 50 sheets of drywall for sale. many more extras. $17500 OBO $10.00 per sheet. Please call 250-679-2591 250-955-2979 —————————————– Split fir firewood. Delivery availaTIGHTEN, TONE, FIRM, DETOX ble. Dennis 250-955-2322 or 250-320-8160 pls leave message. 2005 18’ Four Winns, model 180LE Bowrider. New engine, less than 30 hrs. Large swim grid, Bimini top, extras. E-Z loader trailer. $13,900 OBO. Wayne 250-571-7024 With results in as little as 45 minutes. Continues to work for up to 72 hours. It won't work though if you don’t try it. Email: starlitegaze2006@hotmail.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/PowerMove1212 Wall mount for TV 37”- 60” $70. Chimney for pellet stoves $60. Hand made twin log bed with foam mattress $175. Hand made log bed- queen size $995. Birch firewood $150. Roof car top carrier –fits cross rails $75. Utility trailer $150. Call 250-955-0701 —————————————— 1993 24 ft Travel Trailer. Like new. $9000 OBO. Call 250-542-9663 —————————————— Boat for sale - 22 ft’ StarCraft. Inboard/outboard, 165hp. cutty cabin, Calkins tandem axle trailer. $5000. 250-955-0208 New & Used Medical Equipment Scooters, walkers, wheelchairs, bathroom safety, stairlifts, hospital beds, nursing uniforms. FreeScreening for obstructive sleep apnea, treatment and follow-up. CPAP masks, parts, and accessories. Respiratory therapy equipment and home oxygen. www.lakesidemedical.ca or 1-877-777-2431 FOR RENT Two bedroom lakeview house for rent. All new with vaulted ceilings and jetted tub. Lots of parking and beach access with private buoy. New high efficiency furnace and hot water tank. No smoking, no pets and no parties. $850/month plus utilities. Call 250-851-1178 REAL ESTATE Location, location. Next to provincial park. Well maintained one bdr cabin on deeded lot. 4193 Ashe Crescent. Asking $235,500. 604-302-6608 Blind Bay - Lot 83 Mountain View Dr. Shuswap Lake Estates .41 acre building lot offers options for your home plans. Some cleared areas yet still treed for privacy. Close to golf, hiking trails and Shuswap beaches. $72,500. Call 250-675-2787 JUNE 2012 THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER 77 $6 up to 20 words, 20¢ ea. additional word. $1 for box-around. Single column Display Ads are $2.00 per 1/4 inch. Drop ads along with cash or check (made out to the KICKER) at drop boxes, e-mail ad to kicker@kicker.ca or mail to 7320 Estate Place, Anglemont, B.C. V0E 1M8. Ads must be received 12 days prior to the paper hitting the stands. C L A S S I F I E D A D S M U S T B E P A I D I N A D V A N C E . REAL ESTATE Two bedroom, two bathroom, 1600 SF house on five acres in Magna Bay. Lakeview, large Quonset, RV hook-up. 6823 Charleson Rd. $375,000. Phone 250-679-2455 For Sale 2 Private acres, 900 square foot Cabin. Magna Bay area, well insulated, tile/ concrete floor, woodstove, septic, hydro, water. Mostly flat circular driveway, lake access within 1km, $230,000. Denis 250-955-0806 denisgold@gold@gmail ½ Acre lot For Sale in Anglemont. Perfect for front walk out. # 80 Vickers Trail. $60,000. Call Gilbert at 250-955-0552 VACATION RENTALS Daily Room Rates 16 Guest Rooms RV & Campsites Weddings / Reunions Up to 100 persons OPEN YEAR ROUND check us out at www.anglemontinn.com (250) 955-0701 COMMERCIAL PROPERTY Commercial Space for lease. Please contact Randall Martin at Little Shuswap Indian Band for more info 250-679-3203 FREE FREE FILL – you pay loading and trucking. Call 250-955-6435 HELP WANTED HELP WANTED CASUAL BUS DRIVERS “Nanny/kidsitter needed for afterschool (2pm til 5:30pm) and summer time (full time Monday to Friday 8:00 – 430) please call Kirsten @ 250-320-4969 or 250-679-8121 live in or out? references required.” School District No. 83 (North Okanagan-Shuswap) requires Casual Bus Drivers to work on a casual basis in North Shuswap Area. The work involves the operation of school buses used to transport students within the district and on field trips. Applicants will have a demonstrated safe driving history as presented by a Driver’s Abstract from the Motor Vehicle Branch. Practical working knowledge of school bus maintenance and repair requirements, along with the ability to deal in a friendly, courteous and effective manner with a variety of passenger situations is required. Drivers must also possess a good knowledge of the North Shuswap Area. The successful applicant will have a valid B.C. Class 2 Driver’s license with an air brake endorsement and at least one year work experience in the operations of passenger buses. The rate of pay is $23.70 per hour, plus 4% vacation pay. All resumes can be sent to tward@sd83.bc.ca . Please include email addresses of two past supervisors as professional references. Human Resources Department School District No. 83 220 Shuswap Street Salmon Arm, BC V1E 4N2 We appreciate the interest of all applicants, but only those selected for interviews will be contacted. House cleaner required. One day/month minimum. Own transportation needed. Year round employment. Wages negotiable. 778-373-6274 JOB OPPORTUNITY Sears has an immediate opening for a delivery driver/janitor. This position requires heavy lifting, moving & assembly of appliances, mattresses, electronics etc. but will also include the janitorial aspects of 3 businesses. Apply at Sears in person with resume at 709 Shuswap Ave in Chase. Summer House Cleaning part time hours. Weekends only. Must have vehicle and cell. Must be willing to have criminal check. Email resumes to info@blissclean.ca WANTED OPEN HOUSE Caravans West 2nd Annual Open House & Patio Sale Saturday June 30th 9 am – 2 pm Caravans West invites you to come and explore all that the Caravans Lifestyle has to offer. Individual Patio Sales will be throughout the park so take your time and explore the amenities while you shop for hidden treasures. Stop and view the various properties that are For Sale and don’t forget the concession stand. (Please note this is a walk and shop, local vehicle traffic only and pedestrian gates will be open for all others) Proudly Sponsored By Shuswap Scotch Creek Realtors Krista Barker Trev Manzuik GARAGE SALE Wanted, 250 to 500 Gallon propane tank. Cannot be company tank. Call 250-833-2334 ——————————————I'm looking for mulch material: old hay, leaves, wood chips, etc. Please call Krystel 250-679-2615 ————————————— Looking for vendors interested in setting up at a weekend flea market in Scotch Creek for July and August. For more info call 250-955-2570 Garage Sale, June 30, 9:00 to 2:00 at 1203 Little Shuswap Lake Road (3km West of Quaaout Lodge). Many well cared for items including furniture, snowmobile, motorcycle, stereo equipment, tools, pictures, stained glass art and more. —————————————— Two family garage sale. Ross Creek Flats W. Magna Bay. Kitchen items, framed prints, mirror, sinks, antique dishes, collectibles. Sunday July 1st, 9am -2 pm MISCELLANEOUS FOUND To the lovely couple that borrowed my hardcover Mexico cookbook last summer – if you could kindly call me to return 250.955.0442 Found On Guard heavy duty bike lock on trail near Shuswap Lake Provincial Park. Call 250-318-3829 to claim 78 THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER JUNE 2012 TRANSFER STATION HOURS Celebration of Life Kicker Deadlines Scotch Creek Open Daily 8am - 2pm July Deadline - June 29 Distribution - July 13 August Deadline - July 27 Distribution - Aug 10 September Deadline - Aug 31 Distribution - Sept 14 CLOSED STATUTORY HOLIDAYS Seymour Arm Tuesday 1 pm - 5pm Sat 9am - 1pm CLOSED STATUTORY HOLIDAYS Tom Riley Celebration of Life Puzzle 2 - Hard Puzzle 1 - Easy 2 5 1 7 3 8 4 9 6 July 16th, 2 PM Celista Community Hall Please join us in our celebration and RSVP by July 3rd EM: minda@mrls.ca Tel: 250-380-6333 or mail: #608-160 Wilson St, Victoria, BC, V9A 7P9 Clip & Save 4 3 9 2 5 6 1 7 8 8 6 7 1 9 4 5 2 3 5 4 8 9 2 1 6 3 7 9 1 3 4 6 7 2 8 5 6 7 2 5 8 3 9 1 4 7 2 5 8 4 9 3 6 1 1 9 6 3 7 5 8 4 2 3 8 4 6 1 2 7 5 9 9 1 6 5 7 3 4 8 2 7 8 4 2 6 9 1 3 5 2 3 5 8 1 4 9 6 7 8 9 1 4 2 5 6 7 3 3 4 2 7 9 6 8 5 1 5 6 7 1 3 8 2 9 4 4 7 3 9 8 1 5 2 6 6 5 8 3 4 2 7 1 9 Classified Ads $6.00 up to 20 words; $ .20 each additional word. Price includes HST. Drop ads at one of our boxes: Scotch Creek SuperValu, Peoples Drug Mart in Scotch Creek, Sunnyside Supermart in Celista, or 7320 Estate Place, Anglemont BC, V0E 1M8. Ads must be received 12 days prior to the paper hitting the stands, and must be paid in advance. PLEASE PRINT Month(s): __________ to__________ $ / month _________ x_____ # of months = ___________ 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 Name: Total # OF WORDS:___________ Basic Charge: 20 Words = Address: $ 6.00 Add’l words: ____ x .20 = Box your ad:(check) Cost per month: Phone: Category: $ 1.00 __________ Payment Info: Cash Cheque 1 2 9 6 5 7 3 4 8 JUNE 2012 THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER 79 COMPLETE SITE FINISHING DRIVEWAYS ROCKWALLS TERRACING PRECISION WORK IN CONFINED SPACES GENERAL EXCAVATING RUBBISH REMOVAL, HAULING ROCKSCAPING 14’ DUMP TRAILER AVAILABLE PROPERTY DRAINAGE FENCE POST INSTALLATIONS (WOOD OR METAL POSTS) CERTIFIED SEPTIC DESIGN & INSTALLATION SERVICES ALL TERRAIN GROUND COMPACTION CERTIFIED KEYSTONE RETAINING WALL POST & RAIL FENCING SYSTEMS INSTALLER WWW . KEYSTONEWALLS . COM FREE NS LTAT I O C ON SU Competitive SKID STEER SERVICE Visit our website or contact us for further information Alan 250-320-3969 Rates Fully Insured Many email: alan@indigobay.ca website: www.indigobay.ca References Available Bedding Sand Fill Sand Crusher Chips Pea Gravel Pit Run Navi Jack BARK MULCH TOP SOIL 3/4" Screened Drain Rock 3/4" Crushed Road Gravel 3/4" Minus 1 1/2" Crushed Drain Rock 80 THE NORTH SHUSWAP KICKER JUNE 2012 North Shuswap BOAT, RV & MINI STORAGE Indoor, Outdoor & Covered Storage Easy Access Ground Level Units Short or Long Term Valet Service for your Boat or RV Secure “Your Lock” - “Your Key” Reasonable Rates 250-955-0788 Email storageresort@gmail.com 1337 Cardy Drive Scotch Creek PILOT CAR SERVICE Deck Truck Boosting • Lockouts Wheel Lifts • Fuel Delivery Local • Long Distance BCAA AUTHORIZED ROAD SERVICE We Pay Serving Kamloops, Thompson & Nicola Valleys, and North Shuswap cash for scrap cars Mobile Home Transport Block and Level Snow Removal Pilot Car Service We honour ALL Road Service Plans Serving the North Shuswap & Surrounding Area since 1997 Enjoy your deck year round with a Brentwood Patio Cover Engineered Aluminum Patio Covers Steel Roofing Aluminum & Glass Railings 250-851-8828 250-955-2119 3838 Squilax-Anglemont Hwy SCOTCH CREEK Chase 120 Aylmer Rd. 10 am to 3 pm - Mon. to Sat. 250-679-8408 Milk Containers Water Toys HOURS Full Refund on all Ready to Drink Containers 1L and under - 5¢, Over 1L - 20¢ Mon – Fri 7:30am - 5pm Sat 8am - 5pm Sun 10am - 4pm Milk jugs & wax milk containers O oo utd e tur i n ur rF Wine & Spirits 1L and under - 10¢, Over 1L - 20¢ All Beer Imports $1.20/doz. Domestic Beer & Coolers $1.00/doz.