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ernie will be the setting for another movie this fall. Following on from Hot Tub Time Machine and Santa Pups, there will be a third movie filmed in the community, although this one will actually acknowledge Fernie as a real place, rather than giving it a fictitious

name. The new film is called The Movie Out Here, a comedy thought up by Kokanee’s marketing team. The movie executives plan to make everything about the movie, from the cast to the crew to the locations, western Canadian. The plot revolves around Adam, a junior executive for a large Toronto law firm.

When a business trip takes him out to Fernie, he decides to reunite with his old college friends, Jason and Theo. When he arrives, he finds out that due to a series of terrible business decisions, Theo’s ski waxing business in Fernie is in serious financial trouble and at risk of being taken over by an evil developer. The three guys hatch a plan

to throw a massive fundraising party to try and save the business. But things don’t go as smoothly as they had hoped. The developer and his son pull out all the stops to prevent the party from happening so they can foreclose on the prime piece of real estate that the ski wax shop is located on. The boys face all kinds of challenges, including a Kokanee stealing

Sasquatch, party permit hassles, sabotage by the developer, and a competing party on the same night, headlined by the 1990s rap sensation Snow. Eventually, all the planets align and the guys get the beer, the girls, the party and save the business. The movie executives met with the Fernie Chamber of Commerce on Monday afternoon

to discuss the movie, which will be shot September 4 to 14. They will be holding auditions for roles as members of crew, cast and ‘background performers’ (extras.) Movie location manager, Rico Mielnicki, said the movie is low budget, and they really need the community to help them out as much as possible.

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Elk Valley communities receive over Host an International Student! $1.1 million in grants from province Add an international flavour to your home this fall by hosting an international student studying at Fernie Secondary School. Most students come from Mexico, Brazil, Japan and Germany and stay for one semester or one school year. Host families receive a tax-free allowance of $630 per student per month. Placements for September are being arranged now. For an information package, please contact Kim Hopkins at hopper4@telus.net or call (250) 423-3191.

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lk Valley communities have been awarded sizeable grants from the provincial government. The Small Community and Regional District

Grants are unconditional grants that the province gives to smaller communities. Fernie received $393,953, Elkford received $334,643 and Sparwood received $374,079. However, the three communities were not deemed big enough

to receive funding from the Traffic Fine Revenue Sharing program. Although the grants are unconditional, there are areas the province would like local communities to focus on. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t tell them how they have

to spend it,â&#x20AC;? said Bill Bennett, MLA for Kootenay East. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d like to see a lot of that money spent on community safety. Hiring more police officers, doing whatever the community thinks would have the biggest impact on community safety,â&#x20AC;? said Bennett.

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hen the Olympic and Paralympic Games begin in London, there are a number of Canadian athletes who will remember their first multisport experience at a BC Games. 24 athletes on the Canadian Olympic team started their journey to London with a trip to the BC Games including 2008 Olympic gold medalist Carol Huynh (Wrestling), and recent Giro dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Italia winner Ryder Hesjedal (Cycling). As part of the athlete development pathway, the BC Games are a first multisport experience for young athletes that lead towards provincial and national teams and ultimately the Olympic or Paralympic Games. The BC Games are part of a strong provincial sport system that provides an

outstanding training environment and support services for high performance athletes. 40% of the Canadian Olympic team live or train in B.C. Shot-putter Dylan Armstrong of Kamloops is one of Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s great medal hopes at the 2012 Olympic Games. He is a shining example of a B.C. athlete who has developed to international success with support through all the stages of the athlete pathway. Involved at a young age with the Kamloops Track and Field Club, he represented the ThompsonOkanagan Zone at the 1995 and 1996 BC Summer Games. Success as part of Team BC at the 2001 Canada Games was next before winning gold for Canada at the 2007 and 2010 Pan American Games. All eyes are on this BC Games alumnus to better his fourth

place finish from the 2008 Olympic Games. Swimmer Brent Hayden of Mission is another medal contender in London. Brent competed at the 1998 BC Summer Games and reflected, â&#x20AC;&#x153;The BC Summer Games was the point in my career when I realized that I had the potential to go further. It was soon after that that I decided to switch from being a summer swimmer to training all year round. It is clear that I wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have noticed my own potential without the BC Summer Games.â&#x20AC;? The full Paralympic team will be named later this summer but, former BC Games athletes Bo Hedges of Fort St. John (Wheelchair Basketball) and Adam Rahier of Powell River (Swimming) will be part of the team. Over 2300 athletes between the ages of 10 and 18 will be at

the 2012 BC Summer Games which kick off just one week prior to the start of the Olympics. It is an inspiring experience that will ignite the dreams of many young athletes to pursue their sport to the highest level. A veteran of the Canadian Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Soccer team, Karina LeBlanc from Maple Ridge remembered, â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was an amazing experience because I did dream of one day being at the Olympic Games and it was the closest thing for me to it, so it made me want to be there that much more!â&#x20AC;? Watch for the next generation of Olympians and Paralympians at the 2012 BC Summer Games, July 19-22. See the complete list of BC Games alumni heading to London at www.bcgames.org.

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Fernie’s transfer station open Sundays By Jonathan Arenson Free Press Staff

he new transfer station in Fernie is up and running and thanks to the insistence of Mayor of Fernie, Mary Giuliano and Electoral Area A Director, Mike Sosnowski, it will be open seven days a week. Fernie residents were not happy to hear that the transfer station would not be open on Sunday, said Giuliano, adding she had to fight to keep the station open all week. “I got phone calls. I got emails. I was buying groceries and got an ear full from everybody who was in the line. I brought all of that back to the regional district board and said ‘look, people are not going to be happy with this.’” Giuliano said that staff at the old Coal Creek transfer station informed her that Sunday was generally the busiest day. All four communities in the Elk Valley -Fernie, Sparwood, Elkford and Electoral Area A- share the cost of dealing with municipal solid waste. This meant

the four directors, Giuliano, Sosnowski, Mayor Lois Halko of Sparwood and Mayor Dean McKerracher of Elkford, voted on the station being opened on Sunday. “We weren’t sure of the cost at the time and the opposition wasn’t sure if they wanted to share in the cost of a service their residents would not be using,” said Sosnowski. RDEK staff prepared a report that estimated the cost of the Sunday openings at $11,000 annually. “When the cost came in at a low amount, I pleaded with them to agree or we are going to end up seeing a lot more stuff getting thrown in the backcountry,” said Sosnowski. Sosnowski’s concern over illegal dumping was realised during the Canada Day weekend. At Fernie’s Chamber of Commerce people dumped a barbecue, furniture and plenty of bags. “The bins were overflowing. It looked terrible,” said Giuliano, who was sent emails with photos of the mess. One of the e-mails said that people went to the

transfer station, found it closed, so they decided to leave it there. The volume of garbage produced by Fernie also played a factor in keeping it open on Sunday. Fernie produces 6,000 tons of waste as opposed to 2,000 tons in Sparwood and 1,000 tons in Elkford. “Because of the amount of garbage that Fernie produces as opposed to Sparwood and Elkford, it was more than justified to keep the Fernie transfer station open on Sunday,” said Sosnowski. Even with the additional costs, the new transfer station will be much cheaper to operate, compared to the old site. In 2011, operating costs for the old station were $384,000. The estimated cost of the new station, open seven days a week is around $214,000, resulting in a

$170,000 saving. The lower costs are thanks to a new tipping contract between the regional district and Waste Management, signed earlier this year. Sosnowski pointed out the savings won’t end there. The old transfer station was outdoors. The waste would absorb all the rain and snow, which increased the weight, and, increased the tipping costs. “We haven’t even calculated that part yet into the savings,” Garbage piles up at Fernie’s Chamber of Commerce. Sumbitted Photo said Sosnowski. However, there est day of the week. site suggested 17 years between communities, is one caveat, said Sosnowski said ago. said Sosnowski. Giuliano. In order to building the new “Over that period “We as communities get Elkford Mayor transfer station has the cost of construction in the Elk Valley have Dean McKerracher been a topic of discus- went up over $2.5 mil- worked really hard on board, the Sunday sion for more than 17 lion,” said Sosnowski. in the last six years to opening was given a years. “There was a lot It wasn’t until six pull together and we one-year trial At the of NIMBY-ism. Not in years ago that Elk see that we can accomend of one year, the my back yard.” Valley communities plish more working RDEK will study the Ironically, the site of began concentrating together than working records and see if the new transfer sta- on working together against each other.” Sunday was the busi- tion was the original and building bridges

Wakesurfing competition comes to Koocanusa By Anglela Treharne Free Press Staff

Vandals hit T two schools By Jonathan Arenson Free Press Staff

andals smashed 15 windows at Fernie’s schools over Canada Day weekend. The suspects used rocks to shatter the windows at Fernie

Secondary School and Isabella Dicken Elementary School. Elk Valley RCMP have asked anyone with information about this or any other crime to contact their local RCMP office or CrimeStoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

he national qualifier for the World Series of WakeSurfing 2012, the first event of its kind in Canada, will be held at Lake Koocanusa, August 10 to 12. The Koocanusa Wakesurfing Challenge will see the world’s best wakesurfers demonstrating their skills. Along with the competition there will be numerous events, demos and activities for competitors, their guests and the general public to get involved. The Koocanusa

Wakesurfing Challenge (event six in the international seven-stop competitive series) gives riders an opportunity to compete and qualify for the premier wakesurfing event in the world: the Centurion World Wake Surfing Championship in Parker, Arizona, September 27 – 29, 2012. While top competitors from across North America are already signing up to take part, the Koocanusa competition was established to enable local western Canadian riders who would not normally have such an opportunity to

compete and possibly win themselves a place at the Worlds. Along with a pro division there will be amateur, junior and master categories for both men and women. As a fundraiser for the event, H2O School will be hosting camps with two highly-acclaimed pro-wakesurfing coaches immediately before and after the competition. For those who have some skills on the water already, these pros can provide instruction on how to spin, do shuv-its, catch big air or put together a run for an

upcoming contest. If you are interested in taking part in a camp, checking out the action as a spectator or getting involved as a volunteer or sponsor, visit www.rmwa.ca for full event details or email info@rmwa. ca for more information. Spectators are welcome to come check out the action at Sunshine Houseboats (Gold Bay) throughout the weekend and especially for the finals taking place on Sunday, August 12. Food and retail vendors will be onsite, adding a festival atmosphere to the competition.

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Sparwood Water Spray Park officially open By Jenna Jensen Black Rock News

any attended the official grand opening of the Sparwood Water Spray Park. Bob Burrett, Sparwood Futures Society President opened the ceremony and explained how the dream became a reality. “Over the years the idea of building a spray park was tossed around a number of times by various people and organizations.

In 2008 the Sparwood Lions Club committed to pursuing the project and began fundraising. In February 2009 the Sparwood Futures Society representatives held a public meeting to form a Spray Park committee and a plan was put into place. The goal was to raise $300,000 to build a park of substantial size. Fundraising began in earnest,” said Burrett. With the commitment of many individuals, businesses and organizations, the goal was reached and construc-

tion of the water park began. At the end of June, final touches were made, sod was laid down and the water park was ready for its grand opening. “When this began, I was Mayor,” said Dave Wilks, MP KootenayColumbia. “It is really great to see this project completed and that there are kids immune to freezing,” he said with a chuckle. “A big thanks goes out to the Sparwood Futures Society for all of their hard work, now, it is time to begin work

on their next project,” he said. “This water park is a true asset to Sparwood,” said Mayor Lois Halko. “Thanks to the Sparwood Futures Society and all of the committed individuals, businesses and organizations who made this all possible,” she said. A special guest was in attendance and was chosen to be the one to cut the ribbon at the grand opening ceremony. Eleven-yearold Sydney Nelson gave up her gifts on her 10th birthday and asked her friends and

family for money to donate to the water park. Sydney made her birthday donation of over $200 and waited patiently for the water park to be completed. The Nelson family also has a deep rooted history with the Water Park as Dad Duane Nelson was one of the very first people to go forward to Council to propose the idea of a water park.” We are very proud of Sydney, she is amazing, generous, and kind,” said Mom Gaylene.

A young man from the Elk Valley was delighted to play in the newly completed Sparwood Water Spray Park. Photo by J. Jensen

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A fresh face at Tourism Fernie By Jonathan Arenson Free Press Staff

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• No reported bear sightings in any Elk Valley community residential areas this week.

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ourism Fernie welcomes their new coordinator for admin and marketing, Rebecca Hall. Hall has lived in Fernie for 10 years while working in the tourism industry. “I’m very keen on boosting the local community,” said Hall, who has been on the board of directors at the Arts Station as well as being a founder of the Reel Canadian Film Festival. Hall also runs the local branch of the Kootenay Carshare Cooperative. Before moving to Fernie,

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A cub of the year on his own has been seen up on Hartley Lake Rd and around the Dicken Road Mobile Home Park. He was seen in the back of a pickup truck. Remember not to keep garbage or food stored in the back of pickup trucks. This cub is likely to be from the sow and cub that had to be destroyed

about one month ago. This mother bear was never given the opportunity to teach her cubs to forage for natural food and survive in the wilderness as fast food (garbage and birdfeeders) were so readily available. There are many more families of bears out there, let’s not bait them into town with garbage, bird feeders, barbecues, pet food and other attractants. Bear proof your home and help keep our community safe for people and bears.

•Recreational Areas A grizzly bear was reported on Sherwoody Forest trail in Mt Fernie Provincial Park and a

black bear has been seen daily on lower Mad Cow trail by the cattle guard. Bears seen at the F.A.R. bike park. Please report all bear sightings and incidents to the Ministry of Environment 24-hour hotline at 1-877-952-7277. For more information, updated bear activity and bear safety please visit bearaware.bc.ca and elkvalleybearaware.wordpress.com or visit us on Facebook.

Temporary closure of emergency department By Angela Treharne Free Press Staff

esidents are advised that the emergency department in Sparwood will be closed Saturday, July 21 and

Sunday, July 22 due to limited physician availability. The emergency department will reopen on Monday, July 23. Sparwood and Elkford residents should take note of the following if they require care when

the emergency department is closed: In the event of an emergency, call 9-1-1. People who require non-urgent care can go to the emergency department in Fernie (24/7).

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Sparwood Emergency Department services normally operate seven days a week, from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Interior Health regrets this interruption to service.

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A copy of the proposed Bylaw may be inspected in the District of Elkford Municipal Office, 816 Michel Road, Elkford, BC between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday to Friday except Statutory Holidays from July 10, 2012 to July 23, 2012, or on the District website: www.elkford.ca All persons who deem their interest affected by the Bylaw will be provided an opportunity to make representations to Council.

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I started mountain biking this year. I am a very keen snowboarder in winter, and love being out in the mountains, so mountain biking seemed like a great summer alternative. I also am very conscious of participating in sports that have minimal impact on the environment. For this reason I usually avoid any sports that require a motor. But I have heard mountain bikers come under quite a lot of criticism for the damage they allegedly do to trails. In fact, in recent years, hiking and environmental groups in some parts of the country have lobbied to ban mountain bikers from trails on the grounds that mountain bikes damage the environment. Some land managers have closed trails to bikers because of alleged, excessive resource damage. Here in Fernie, the mountain bike community is big, and growing. Bikers depends on, firstly, those that maintain the trails, and also the landowners that allow them to ride through their properties. And also they need to share the trails with other people, mostly hikers. Naturally, there will be conflict between those using the trails for different reasons. If an off leash dog jumps up on a passing biker, he or she will probably be quite upset. Likewise, a hiker is going to get aggravated by a biker hurtling down the trail towards him as he is slowly making his way up. Consequently, both groups would prefer to have the trails used exclusively for their activity, and so the mud slinging begins. The truth is, the environmental impact of both activities is very similar, and accusing bikers of causing more damage just isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t accurate. The use of the trails is really based on politics rather than science. Those that own land in the valley have every right to stop bikers and hikers using trails, whether itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s because they feel it is damaging to the vegetation, or because people are hiking and their dogs are off leash and chasing their cows. As trail users, we should respect that they have this right, and act appropriately on the trails. This means only biking on trails when they are dry, sticking to the trails, and keeping dogs on leash where it is required. I love being able to enjoy being out in the mountains in summer, and donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t take access to trails for granted. The Fernie Trails Alliance works hard to maintain trails and keep them open. Letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s use them responsibly and not make it any harder for them.

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Letters to the Editor Respect the bears So, another bear shot. I can understand why at the ski hill but has anyone considered this? We build a ski hill on prime bear land. Winter use is fine, bears hibernate, but now, zip lines, mountain bikes, is it any wonder bears move down to where itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s quiet? Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s funny that a lot of the same people who condemn mining and that use of land, are fine with ski hills, biking and now zip lines. The economic argument, it seems, can and is used only when it suits the side arguing, though I will say this, wildlife does seem to live a safer life on mine property. We can, in my opinion, co-exist in this valley with all animals. We, not

the animals, have to adjust our behaviour, mostly handle our garbage a lot better, but also realise that as we move further and further into wildlife territory we will disrupt their way of life and we should show more respect for them. If you are biking way up in the mountains for instance, donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be surprised or upset if you startle a bear. Sooner or later if we keep taking more space we will encounter more wildlife until we eventually wipe it out. Bears in particular are majestic animals and as such should demand our respect not fear. We, not the bears are the problem, heavy fines and bylaw enforcement should be enacted right away before itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s too late. David R Gildea Fernie

A day in Fernie in a wheelchair Hi everyone, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d love it if you came with me and spent the day exploring Fernie. But first, I need to ask you to take a seat (in a wheelchair that is). OK. Great. Now letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s head out and do some exploring! Going to the garden centre is amazing, an explosion of colours and unbelievable fragrances tickling your nose. The ladies that work there move all the watering hoses when I take a spin down all the different aisles, stopping to show me some of the tropical plants that I have never heard of. Next stop, downtown. Oh, looks like all the parking spots have been taken already, and some of them donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have a â&#x20AC;&#x153;handicappedâ&#x20AC;? sign on the rear view mirror. I guess I will drive around the block and park on one of the side streets. OK, found a spot a few

blocks from where I am meeting some friends. Next on the list, head to the library to renew my books. Oh, looks like the handicapped spot is taken, again, with a vehicle that is not displaying a sign. Oh wait, someone is approaching the vehicle. Luckily, I manage to take the spot as soon as they pull out. Found a few great books I canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t wait to read so time to head out. When I get to my vehicle (that I park to the left of the sign so there is room to pull out the ramp), someone has taken the handicapped spot again. So now I am blocked in and unable to get into my car. I go to the pool at least twice a week, as it is a part of my physiotherapy program, and having a hot tub to finish up is a great reward after doing my exercises. There is room for my wheelchair in the change rooms, but the benches are extremely low, and I cannot sit on the bench and reach the

shower faucet or hook, as they are located on the opposite wall, about 6 feet away. I am going to head to City Hall now to pay my taxes. Oh wait, there is no access to City Hall. Funny, but they want my taxes paid on time. This irony strikes hard, I turn around and head back to my vehicle, my unpaid taxes still in hand as well as unanswered questions. I am a middle aged woman who had a surgical mishap which led to three hip replacements. I have written this letter to show you a snapshot of the obstacles someone like me (temporarily) or someone like him and a few others (permanently) encounter in the City of Fernie on a daily basis. There are members in this community that have no voice because they have no access. Hilary Davies Fernie

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RCMP REPORT Wednesday, June 20

• In Sparwood at 1:25 a.m. police conducted a vehicle check and determined the driver had consumed alcohol. The driver was issued a 24-hour driving suspension. • In Sparwood at 2:46 a.m. there was a domestic disturbance. • In Sparwood at 2:52 a.m. there was a disturbance at a local hotel. • In Elkford at 3:17 a.m. two individuals were causing a disturbance. • In Hosmer at 8:55 a.m. an erratic driver was reported for passing unsafely on the bridge. The vehicle is described as a grey Ford Focus with B.C. plates.

In Sparwood at 11:17 a.m. a BMX Sunday Scout bike was stolen. This incident is still under investigation. Wednesday, June 20

• In Hosmer at 12:29 p.m. a semi unit was reported for driving erratically. • In Grasmere at 12:29 p.m. threats were reported. • In Sparwood at 3:15 p.m. a group of students in vehicles

were seen driving unsafely and throwing things out of the windows. • In Sparwood at 3:25 p.m. fraud was reported. • In Elko at 4:16 p.m. a truck was reported for driving erratically. • In Elkford at 5:54 p.m. youths were seen possibly smoking marijuana in a playground area. • In Fernie at 8:45 p.m. a wellbeing request was made. There were no issues. • In Sparwood at 9:58 p.m. police were requested to remove an unwanted guest from a residence.

Thursday, June 21 • In Fernie at 12:53 a.m. a suspicious individual was going to board a Greyhound bus. The bus driver requested police attend to check out the individual. • In Fernie at 4:32 a.m. there was a domestic dispute. • In Fernie at 11:41 a.m. a hit and run was reported. The complainant’s vehicle was struck by an older red Grand Am. • In Fernie at 12:23 p.m. a complainant reported vicious dogs on the loose. • In Sparwood at 1:02 p.m. tires were stolen from a residence.

THE FREE PRESS Thursday, July 19, 2012

- Crime in the Elk Valley

• In Fernie at 3:10 p.m. a hit and run was reported. Damage was done to the driver’s side of the vehicle. • In Elkford at 3:46 p.m. a vehicle on Balmer Drive was damaged. • In Sparwood at 6:34 p.m. a small grey car with B.C. plates backed into a vehicle and fled the scene. • In Elkford at

11:45 p.m. there was a false business alarm. • In Fernie at 11:52 p.m. there was an assault.

Friday, June 22 • In Fernie at 3:29 a.m. several individuals in a back alley were causing a disturbance. • In Fernie at 3:26 a.m. there was an assault. • In Elko at

6:42 a.m. a complainant reported a motor home was parked in a pull out for a week. Police attended and two people were sleeping inside. There were no problems. • In Fernie at 8:23 a.m. an intoxicated individual was seen walking down the highway. The complainant was concerned for his safety. • In Hosmer

at 9:35 a.m. a vehicle passed a school bus unsafely. • In Fernie at 11:32 a.m. an erratic driver was speeding and passing unsafely. • In Fernie at 1:14 p.m. police were requested to assist the hospital with a patient. • In Fernie at 2:09 p.m. there was a false residential alarm.

In Sparwood at 6:13 a.m. a vehicle was seen crashing into a building. No injuries were reported, and mechanical failure was suspected to be the cause of the incident. Friday, June 22 Continued on page 8

Addicted to

Wakesurfing?

Here's Your Chance to Learn from the Best in the World

Champion of Wakesurfing (2011 Wsurforldstyle) Chase Hazen and Canadian Dominic Lagacé, one of the top placing skim style wakesurfers world-wide present 2 camps at Lake Koocanusa this August. These two are the most requested wakesurfing coaches internationally so don’t miss the chance to learn from these legendary athletes. Tell your friends too!

August 6 - 8th: Dominic Lagacé Pro Skim Style August 13 - 15th: Chase Hazen Pro Surf Style Your options: Clinics (hourly charter) or full 3 day Camps. Please visit www.rmwa.ca/pros/ for full details and to register today (registration deadline August 1st).

Koocanusa Wakesurfing Challenge

2012

August 10 - 12

The RMWA is a non profit organization created by a group of passionate people. The main objective is to promote this amazing sport and give local and international riders the chance to get together in a fun and friendly event! The two camps are being presented by H2O School with 50% of the profits going to the Koocanusa Wakesurfing Challenge 2012. We sincerely thank all of our sponsors for their support and invite you to check out our website for full details on the camps and competition at:

Rocky Mountain Wakesurfing Association facebook.com/RMWakesurfingAssociation

RMWA.CA

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Around the Valley RCMP REPORT Around the Valley is a free listing to any local service. Please send an email to editor@thefreepress.ca or drop off a brief description of your event at The Free Press office.

Exciting News: Starting Friday, July 20 to Thursday, July 26

Ice Age:

The Dark Knight Rises

Continental Drift

Rated: PG 6:30 & 9:30 pm

Rated: G 7:00 & 9:00 pm

The Vogue Theatre is going Digital with high definition projection, 3D capabilities and new screens!

3:00 pm Matinees on Saturday & Sunday - $5.50 per person

Regular

$9.00 321 2nd Avenue in Historical Downtown Fernie 250-423-7111

Senior

Family

$7.00

$25.00

Child (12-)

$5.50

THIS WEEK Thursday, July 19

Monday, July 23

• TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meets every Thursday night, 6:15 -7:30 p.m. in the Salvation Army building. Call Isabel, 250-423-7043. • Every Thursday 6:30 p.m. onwards – fun darts at Sparwood Legion. • Fernie Heritage Library free, drop in program for ages 6 to 10. Join summer student Meredith at the Summer Reading Club, from Tuesday to Friday, 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. and learn crazy facts, make new friends and have fun! Call the Fernie Heritage Library or check their website for more information.

• Mahjong at Seniors Drop in centre, Fernie, every Monday at 7 p.m. • Dominoes at Seniors Drop in centre, Fernie, every Monday at 1 p.m. • Fernie Chamber Orchestra meets every Monday at 7 p.m. Musicians of all abilities are welcome. For more info call Yolaine at 250-4237825 or wyhames@gmail.com • Sonrise Healing Rooms open for prayer, 1 to 3 p.m. at 1361 Eighth Avenue, Fernie.

Tuesday, July 24

• Cribbage at Senior Drop-In Centre, Fernie, every Friday 7:30 p.m. •Sparwood Legion open jam session at 7 p.m. • Jitney darts every Friday at Fernie Royal Canadian Legion, 7:30 p.m. Drop in and meet new people. All adults welcome. If you are interested phone the lounge at 250-4236218 for details. • Fernie Heritage Library storytime program. 11:15 a.m. – Noon • Fernie Heritage Library free, drop in program for ages 6 to 10. Join summer student Meredith at the Summer Reading Club, from Tuesday to Friday, 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. and learn crazy facts, make new friends and have fun! Call the Fernie Heritage Library or check their website for more information.

• Crib / Whist alternate weeks, Seniors Drop In Centre, Fernie, 7:30 p.m. • Fernie Heritage Library storytime program - ages three-five: 11:15 a.m. – Noon • Fun, crafts and lunch anytime between 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. at the Seniors Centre in Fernie. The kitchen at the Seniors Centre is open weekly from 9 a.m, to 2 p.m Monday through Thursday. Coffee or tea, sandwiches, soup and/or dessert can be purchased. General public welcome. • Fernie Heritage Library free, drop in program for ages 6 to 10. Join summer student Meredith at the Summer Reading Club, from Tuesday to Friday, 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. and learn crazy facts, make new friends and have fun! Call the Fernie Heritage Library or check their website for more information.

Saturday, July 21

Wednesday, July 25

• Every Saturday meat draw and 50/50 draw at Sparwood Legion 4 - 6 p.m. • Fernie Legion meat draw 4 6 p.m. Fun and Entertaining. All welcome to join us. • The Jaffray-Baynes Lake Farmers’ Market at the Baynes Lake Community Centre, 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

• Alcoholics Anonymous meet at 7.30 p.m. in Fernie Anglican Church. Call 250-423-2131 for details. •Cribbage, Senior’s Drop In Centre, every Wednesday, 1 p.m. •Darts, Senior’s Drop In Centre, every Wednesday, 7 p.m. • Fernie Heritage Library toddlertime program. 11:15 a.m. – Noon • Sonrise Healing Rooms open for prayer, 7 to 9 p.m. at 1361 Eighth Avenue, Fernie. • Fernie Heritage Library free, drop in program for ages 6 to 10. Join summer student Meredith at the Summer Reading Club, from Tuesday to Friday, 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. and learn crazy facts, make new friends and have fun! Call the Fernie Heritage Library or check their website for more information.

Friday, July 20

Sunday, July 22 • Alcoholics Anonymous meet at 7.30 p.m. in Fernie Anglican Church. Call 250-423-2131 for details. • LDS Family Services women’s only support group for spouses of those struggling with all addictions. Anonymous call-in group meets every Sunday 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Call toll-free 1-877-453-7266 and enter meeting number ID 2977.

- Crime in the Elk Valley

Continued from page 7

• In Fernie at 10:41 p.m. an erratic driver was reported. • In Sparwood at 7:15 p.m. a Chevy with Alberta plates was noticed being unable to maintain their lane. • In Baynes Lake at 7:55 p.m. two dirt bikes were stolen from a campsite area. The bikes are described as a 1994 Kawasaki KX 125 and a 2010 GEO 250. • In Grasmere at 10:44 p.m. a vehicle hit a deer. No injuries were reported. • In Fernie at 11:36 p.m. three young girls were trying to climb on the roof of a business.

Saturday, June 23 • In Fernie at 12:17 a.m. a possible impaired driver was seen leaving a liquor establishment.

• In Fernie at 1:40 a.m. there was a disturbance in front of a liquor establishment. The suspect was being held down by others for trying to cause fights. • In Fernie at 1:50 a.m. an intoxicated female left a liquor establishment and her concerned friends could not get hold of her. She was located at home safe. • In Fernie at 3:38 a.m. the hospital requested police assistance with a patient. • In Sparwood at 9:58 a.m. there was a false residential alarm. • In Sparwood at 11:55 a.m. a complainant reported that a semi unit with B.C plates had cut him off. • In Elkford at 1:58 p.m. a lost trailer plate was reported. • In Sparwood at 3:05 p.m. a complain-

ant reported that they

In Fernie at 1:10 a.m. police saw a vehicle speeding through town. The driver was pulled over and investigated for impaired driving. He was charged with impaired driving and dangerous operation of a motor vehicle. Sunday, June 24

were being harassed. • In Elkford at 5:01 p.m. youths in a playground were causing a disturbance and bothering those passing by. • In Sparwood at 7:47 p.m. harassment via text was reported. • In Fernie at 10:47 p.m. over-

due travellers were reported. While police were investigating the travellers returned home safely.

Sunday, June 24

• In Grasmere at 12:06 a.m. there was a false residential alarm. • In Fernie at 12:51 a.m. a large black bear was seen downtown. • In Hosmer at 12:54 a.m. there was a report of people setting off fireworks. • In Hosmer at 1:04 a.m. gunshots were heard. This was likely the fireworks from the previous call.

In Fernie at 7:32 p.m. an individual was attacked by a dog in front of a local business. Sunday, June 24

Thank You The Fernie Mountain Bike Club thanks all the wonderful Volunteers and talented Riders and Athletes who make Wam Bam so much fun and so exciting! On behalf of everyone we want to especially thank our Sponsors. Without you guys this event could never happen and wouldn't be nearly as spectacular!

LOADED COMPONENTS

Also a big thanks to Pro Announcer Adam Laurin and Pro DJ Sam Moffat. The Volee Patrol-CSPS for the Pro First Aid Station. And our three fantastic Judges, Dylan, Nick and JL for taking it to the World Tour Bronze Level!

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City Council Meeting Schedule July 2012 1 8 15 22 29

2 9 16 23 30

4 5 3 10 11 12 17 18 19 24 25 26 31

6 13 20 27

7 14 21 28

Regular Council meetings are open to the public and held at City Hall at 7:00 p.m.

City of Fernie Contact Info: City Hall Ph: 250-423-6817 Fx: 250-423-3034 Email: cityhall@fernie.ca Website: www.fernie.ca 501-3rd Avenue, Box 190 Fernie, British Columbia V0B 1M0 Ofﬁce Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. (Closed statutory holidays) After Hours Phone: 250-423-4226 Fernie Aquatic Centre 250 Pine Avenue Phone: 250-423-4466 Fernie Memorial Arena 991-6th Avenue (Highway 3) Phone: 250-423-2254 For all Police, Ambulance or Fire related emergencies: Call 911

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Make a difference in the community!

2011 - 2012 ANNUAL REPORT

The City of Fernie invites residents who want to have a say and make a difference within their community to apply to serve as a member either on the:

The City of Fernie hereby gives notice that Council will consider submissions and questions from the public respecting the 2011 - 2012 Annual Report at its Regular Meeting to be held on Monday, July 23, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 501 3rd Avenue, Fernie, BC. The Annual Report contains the 2011 audited financial statements, a listing of the permissive tax exemptions and the taxes that would have been paid on those properties in 2011 had they not been exempted, a report respecting municipal services and operations for 2011, goals and objectives for the current and next year, the current Five Year Financial Plan and some un-audited statistical information pertaining to City operations.

Beautification Committee Members will be responsible for researching and making recommendations to Council for an overall vision for the installation of seasonal lighting and displays, decorations, banners and flower baskets all to promote and and instill pride for the community we live in. As well to develop a short and long term timeframe and annual operational timeline for this work to be carried out. (This is a volunteer position and members participate primarily in an advisory capacity to City Council.) Board of Variance The purpose of The Board is to consider minor variances or exemptions within its jurisdiction to relieve hardship with respect to compliance with various bylaws: Zoning Bylaw No. 1750, and Subdivision and Development Servicing Bylaw No. 1727 requirements, or with respect to the prohibition of an alteration or addition to an existing non-conforming structure, or the Building Inspectors’ determination of the amount of damage to a non-conforming structure. (This is volunteer position for a three (3) year term).

The 2011 – 2012 Annual Report is available for review on the City’s website at www.fernie.ca A hardcopy of the Annual Report may be reviewed at City Hall during regular office hours. Allan Chabot, CAO City of Fernie - 501 3rd Avenue Box 190 Fernie, BC V0B 1M0 Tel: 250 423-2225 Fax: 250 423-3034 www.fernie.ca

Step into water-wise lawn care! Do this simple test to see if your lawn needs water: walk on it! If the grass springs back up, it doesn’t need watering. If you leave footprints, it’s time to water again. A black tinge on the top of your lawn is another sign that it needs water.

For more details about each committee visit the City’s website at www.fernie.ca Submit a letter of interest for the committee(s) you want to apply for to: City of Fernie 501 – 3rd Avenue P.O. Box Fernie, BC V0B 1M0 Email: cityhall@fernie.ca Deadline to apply is 4:00 p.m., Friday, July 20, 2012.

Brought to you by The City of Fernie

in partnership with Columbia Basin Trust’s Water Smart Initiative For more info: www.cbt.org/watersmart

Southeast Fire Centre Restrictions - Open Fire Prohibition Effective at noon on Friday, July 13, 2012, all open fires are prohibited within the Southeast Fire Centre to help prevent human-caused wildfires and protect public safety. The prohibition will remain in place until Sept. 19, 2012 or until the public is otherwise notified. This ban covers all BC Parks, Crown and private lands, but does not apply within the boundaries of local governments that have forest fire prevention bylaws and are serviced by a fire department. Please check with civic authorities for any restrictions before lighting a fire. Specifically, this ban prohibits; • Burning any waste, slash or other material • Burning stubble or grass • The use of fireworks or burning barrels of any size or description. All open fires are prohibited within the Southeast Fire Centre’s

jurisdiction to help prevent human-caused wildfires and protect public safety. The ban does not prohibit resource management burns, campfires that are a half-metre high by a half-metre wide or smaller or cooking stoves that use gas, propane or briquettes. • People lighting a campfire must maintain a fireguard by removing flammable debris from the campfire area and must have a hand tool or at least eight litres of water nearby to properly extinguish the fire. • Please also ensure campfires are not lit or kept burning during windy conditions. Report a wildfire *5555 on a cell or 1-800-663-5555 Crews from the Southeast Fire Centre have responded to 21 wildfires since April (20 caused by humans and one caused by lighting), which have burned a total of 290 hectares.

Fernie Aquatic Centre Summer 2012 Swim Schedule July 2 to Septmeber 1, 2012

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

The City of Fernie is embarking on an update to our Official Community Plan (OCP) which will align it with the long term vision that has been articulated by the community through the Forever Fernie process. This will also be an opportunity to prioritize the directions from Forever Fernie and encapsulate those directions in the OCP.

It is anticipated the OCP update will take approximately 18 months to complete, with a completion date of November 2013. The OCP Advisory Committee will meet six times throughout this process, and participate in four public events. A copy of the Terms of Reference for the OCP Advisory Committee is posted on the City’s website at www.fernie.ca.

Collaboration and effective consultation is essential to the success of this OCP update process. To help ensure that meaningful input is received, the City is currently creating an OCP Advisory Committee that will provide advice and guidance in the development of the OCP update, support community engagement activities, and review drafts of the OCP update. Members of the community at large representing youth, seniors and families as well as persons with expertise in other sectors such as Resources; Education; Arts and Culture; Business; Environmental Stewardship; Health and Social Services; Land Development, Second Home Owners, and Tourism and Recreation are encouraged to participate in the OCP update process.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit a brief biography and short letter to cityhall@fernie.ca expressing your interest in being part of the OCP Advisory Committee. As this will be an advisory committee to Council, Council will need to make the appointments. The City expects that the OCP Advisory Committee will be appointed at the end of July, and that its first meeting will take place during the last week of July. Bruce Lennox Director of Planning City of Fernie

Friday

Sat/Sun

Public Swim 6:30am to 1:00pm

* At least one lane of the main pool is available during Public Swim for laps.* * During Public Swim times there may be shared use of the facilites due to organzied instructional programs.*

Closed

For more information please contact the Fernie Fire Department at 250 423 – 4226

Invitation to Participate on the City of Fernie Ofﬁcial Community Plan Advisory Committee

Thursday

Public Swim 3:30 to 8:00pm

* At least one lane of the main pool is available during Public Swim for laps.* * During Public Swim times there may be shared use of the facilites due to organzied instructional programs.*

Water Fit Classes

Active Fit Mon /Wed 8:30 to 9:15am Gentle Fit Tues/Thurs 8:30 to 9:15am Aqua Blast Fri 8:30 to 9:15am

(Something new, different and fun for your Water Fit workout)

Public Swim 2:00 to 8:00pm

Water Slide

Wed /Fri 5;30 to 8:00pm Sat/Sun 2:30 to 8:00pm * Our colossal 150ft water slide is also availabe on request*

$2.50 Swim 7:30 to 8:00pm Daily.

www.fernie.ca / 250*423*4466

For full Leisure Services schedules and information, please go to www.fernie.ca

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D IS T R I C T O F S PA RWO O D Box 520, 136 Spruce Avenue, Sparwood, BC V0B 2G0 Phone: 250.425.6271 | Fax: 250.425.7277 Email: sparwood@sparwood.ca

www.Sparwood.ca

Bid for:

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

2012 – Paving Program MMCD Platinum Edition (2009)

Individual contractors, businesses or companies with proven experience and expertise in paving and roadworks programs are invited to submit tenders for the 2012 - Paving Program. Bids will be received in a sealed envelope, clearly marked with the name and address of the proponent and the name of the Project: “2012 – Paving Program” and be addressed to Danny Dwyer, Director of Planning and Engineering Services, no later than 2:00 pm (MDT), Thursday, August 2, 2012 (the “Closing Deadline”), at the following address: District of Sparwood - Municipal Office 136 Spruce Avenue Sparwood, BC V0B 2G0 The Work generally comprises of the following approximate quantities: • Asphalt Milling (approx. 40 mm)....................................................................48,000 m2 • Hot Mix Asphalt Paving – Overlay Existing Roads 40 mm............................41,000 m2 • Hot Mix Asphalt Paving – Overlay Existing Roads 65 mm............................17,000 m2 • Hot Mix Asphalt Paving 40 mm and Base Installation....................................2,000 m2 Copies of the Tender Documents will be available on Wednesday July 18, 2012, 12:00 Noon, MDT at: District of Sparwood Municipal Office - 136 Spruce Avenue, Sparwood, BC V0B 2G0; or Online at BC Bid (www.bcbid.gov.bc.ca) or the District of Sparwood Website (www.sparwood.bc.ca) Bids must be accompanied by Security in the amount of ten percent (10%) of the Bid Price, payable to the District of Sparwood. Within seven (7) days of contract award notification the contractor must submit a Performance Bond in the amount of 50% of the contract price and a Labour & Materials Bond in the amount of 50% of the contract price. The District Sparwood may decide in its sole discretion that no bid submitted will be accepted and no Contract will be awarded pursuant to this bid process. In that event, all Bidders will be notified and the District Sparwood will have no liability to any Bidder. If the District Sparwood decides to accept a bid and award a Contract, the selection of the successful Bidder will be based on a number of criteria which shall include, but not necessarily be limited to price, completion date and qualification of the Bidder. Receipt of an invitation to bid or receipt and evaluation by the District Sparwood of a bid does not imply that the Bidder is qualified. Inquiries regarding this Project shall be directed to: District of Sparwood 136 Spruce Avenue Box 520 Sparwood, BC V0B 2G0 Attention: Jen Woodall Telephone: (250) 425-6271 Email: jwoodall@sparwood.bc.ca Facsimile: (250) 425-7277\

District of Sparwood 136 Spruce Avenue Box 520 Sparwood, BC V0B 2G0 Attention: Danny Dwyer, Director of Planning & Engineering Services Telephone: (250) 425-6271 Email: ddwyer@sparwood.bc.ca Facsimile: (250) 425-7277

DISPOSITION OF LAND: WHITEWOOD CRESCENT

Thinking about moving to Sparwood? There are endless reasons why you should: a great community spirit, exceptional location and incredible lifestyle opportunities. Sparwood is situated in the South-Eastern corner of BC. Sparwood is a family-friendly Rocky Mountain community nestled in the heart of BC's Elk Valley. Our community offers exceptional lifestyle opportunities just out the back door that include world-class skiing, fishing, hiking, biking and hunting or simply spending time in the great outdoors. Sparwood was founded on a coal mining heritage and we're still the same hard working families and great folk that make this one of the world's great places to live. Whether you are considering moving here or already live here and are considering building your own home, we have nine residential lots available for sale at very reasonable prices. NEW REDUCED PRICES! Located in Sparwood Heights and only a short walk to the proposed Whiskey Jack Resort, local trails and parks, Whitewood Crescent is a desirable location for your new home. All new homes in Whitewood Crescent must have the design approved by Council as per the registered Building Scheme and must include an attached garage. Zoning for this subdivision permits single family dwellings and modular homes. Building Deadline Sales for Whitewood Crescent will be subject to an Option to Purchase that will be registered on title. In general terms, the Option states that a building permit must be obtained within one year of purchasing the property. The owner then has two years after the permit is obtained to substantially complete construction on the lot, including receiving Occupancy Certificate and finishing driveway and landscape areas (including grading). Failure to comply with these deadlines could result in the District purchasing the lots back at 90% of the original sale price. Lot 5 6 8 9 11 23

District Lot 4135 4135 4135 4135 4135 4135

Plan NEP82630 NEP82630 NEP82630 NEP82630 NEP82630 NEP82630

Address 1309 Whitewood Crescent 1311 Whitewood Crescent 1315 Whitewood Crescent 1317 Whitewood Crescent 1319 Whitewood Crescent 1306 Whitewood Crescent

Sales Price $74,000 $64,500 $64,500 $76,250 $76,250 $64,500

Purchase Process

MOSQUITO CONTROL PROGRAM

The District of Sparwood has overseen the control of mosquitoes for many years. Businesses and recreational activities can suffer when the numbers of aggressive, daytime biting mosquitoes (known as ‘nuisance’ mosquitoes) rise to intolerable levels. The goal of the Nuisance Mosquito Control Program has been to reduce their numbers to tolerable levels using integrated pest management measures. Culex Environmental Ltd is currently contracted to carry out the Nuisance Mosquito Program. Culex specialises in using environmentally sensitive approaches to mosquito management. Surveillance has begun and initial treatment will begin shortly. Some important personal protection measures you can take are: • Mosquitoes are most active between dusk and dawn. If you are outside in the evening or early morning, minimize your exposure to bites. ·Wear long sleeved shirts and long pants. ·Wear light-coloured clothing. Mosquitoes are attracted to dark, intense colours. By wearing lightcoloured clothing you will reduce the likelihood of getting bitten. • Wear clothing made of tightly woven materials that will keep mosquitoes away from the skin. The use of mesh “bug jackets” or “bug hats” is also recommended. • Tuck pants into socks and button shirt cuffs for extra protection. • Use mosquito netting to protect babies, when in an unscreened structure, or when sleeping outdoors. • In addition to wearing proper clothing, consider using an insect repellent containing DEET or other approved ingredients. To report instances of nuisance mosquitoes, get more information about the program or about mosquitoes in general, please contact the District of Sparwood at sparwood@sparwood.ca or 250.425.6271.

NOTICE OF ALTERNATIVE APPROVAL PROCESS “Park Closure Bylaw 1097, 2012” Notice is hereby given that the District of Sparwood intends to adopt Park Closure Bylaw 1097, 2012. This bylaw would authorize the closure of park on a portion of Remainder A District Lot 9488 Kootenay District Plan EPP4884, shown on Reference Plan EPP21453. The area of park closure is shown outlined in bold on the map below. Council may adopt the bylaw unless at least 10% of electors of the District of Sparwood sign elector response forms and submit them to the District by the deadline of 4:00 p.m. on Monday, August 20, 2012. If 10% of the electors sign and submit elector response forms by the deadline, Council may not proceed with the bylaw unless the bylaw receives assent of the electors in a voting proceeding. The District estimates that 280 is the total number of eligible electors who would need to submit signed elector response forms in order to prevent the District from adopting Park Closure Bylaw 1097, 2012 without assent of the electors. For the elector response form to count, it must be submitted in person, or by mail and received by the District no later than 4:00 p.m. on Monday, August 20, 2012. Original signatures are required. The elector response forms may not be returned by email or by fax. Forms are available online at www.sparwood.ca, in person at the District Office, or by phone (250.425.6271). Submit forms via: a. Mail: District of Sparwood, PO Box 520, Sparwood BC VOB 2G0 (Postmarks WILL NOT be accepted as date of submission), or b. In person: At 136 Spruce Avenue, Sparwood, BC between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Please note that original signatures are required and elector response forms may not be returned by email or by fax.

Sales will start July 20, 2012 at 8:30 a.m. MST and are on a first come, first serve basis and must be in person or by an authorized agent. A 10% deposit is required and you must enter into a sales agreement with the District of Sparwood to pay the balance within 42 days. Note that prices listed do not include applicable taxes.

A copy of the proposed bylaw is available for viewing on the District website at www.sparwood.ca, or at the District Office at 136 Spruce Avenue.

For More Information Contact the District of Sparwood Planning and Engineering Department at 250.425.6271 or email sparwood@sparwood.ca

Danny Dwyer Director of Planning and Engineering District of Sparwood 250.425.6271 ddwyer@sparwood.ca

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By Jonathan Arenson Free Press Staff

Vancouverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Tambura Rasa. By Steph Fleming Contributor

ernie is lucky enough to have bands of all genres flowing through our little town. Some make you tap your toes, some make you swing your hips and some make you clap your hands while grinning uncontrollably. On Friday night at The Royal, Tambura Rasa promises to do all that and more as it brings its unique blend of multicultural fusion beats and rhythms to the stage and beyond. The Vancouver based collective was founded by Serbian born Ivan Tucakov, with their first album â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Sunrise on a new worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; having been released in 2004. Since then, mixes of their music have appeared on Cafe Del Mar releases and they were nominated for World Recording of the Year at the Western Canadian

Music Awards in 2010 and 2011. It is impossible to box Tambura Rasa into a genre, with them dipping into Spanish, African, Latin and Gypsy styles. Tambura Rasa have definitely built a reputation for big festival and theatre shows using flamboyant flamenco and belly dancers to transport their audiences through time and across continents. These festivals include The Vancouver Jazz Festival, the BC renowned Nakusp Music Festival and the Kelowna and Surrey Fusion festivals where likeminded musicians come together to celebrate cultural fusion in Canada. On Friday, July 20 The Royal will literally be transformed for the night, with exotic lighting and decor creating an intimate space that will allow Tambura Rasa to guide the audience on a journey spanning musical genres and global influences. Oh and did I mention there will be belly dancing?

see all the bands and they might not know your music too well. It is a fun chance to win people over.â&#x20AC;? anadian indie-rockers, Born Ruffians, The second annual Wapiti Music Festival are gearing up to play Fernie in August takes place at Annex Park in Fernie on August when they headline the Wapiti Music 10 and 11. Festival. The band is working on their third studio The Free Press recently spoke to Mitch album, said DeRosier. DeRosier, bass player for the Born Ruffians. With past albums, the y had to rush to meet Although the Toronto-based band has regu- deadlines and only had enough money to reclarly played in Victoria and Vancouver and once ord for a week or two. in Nelson, this will be their first trip to Fernie. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This time we are really using the extra time â&#x20AC;&#x153;We can close out a show pretty well and it to our advantage,â&#x20AC;? said DeRosier. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think this is will be fun to do that in Fernie,â&#x20AC;? said DeRosier. the best group of songs weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve had ever.â&#x20AC;? The band, which also features Luke Lalonde The band was formed in 2002 while DeRosier, on guitar and vocals, Steven Hamelin on drums, Hamelin and Lalonde were attending the same and the recently added Andy Lloyd on guitar high school in Midland, ON. DeRosier and and keyboard, is excited at the prospect of reach- Lalonde have known each other longer as they ing a new audience by playing the festival. are cousins. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It is definitely a different vibe than playing a The Born Ruffians have toured with the likes club show. When you are playing a club show of Franz Ferdinand, Caribou, Peter Bjorn and you know that the people are there to see you,â&#x20AC;? John, Hot Chip, The Hidden Cameras and said DeRosier. â&#x20AC;&#x153;At a festival, people are there to Tokyo Police Club. Advance weekend passes for the festival are available at Le Grand Fromage in Fernie or online at wapitimusicfestival.com for $45 plus tax until August 1, or until theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re sold out, whichever comes first. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are all looking forward to the festival very much and seeing more of B.C. than the usual stops in Victoria and Vancouver will be awesome. I hope everyone has a good time,â&#x20AC;? said DeRosier. Those wishing to volunteer during the weekend can sign up at the festivalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s website. There will be a volunteer orientation August 1, 7 p.m. at The Arts Station in Fernie. Born Ruffians - Luke Lalonde, Steven Hamelin, Volunteers will receive free passes as well Andy Lloyd and Mitch DeRosier. as a free festival t-shirt.

Elko to host The Bix Mix Boys By Angela Treharne Free Press Staff

he Bix Mix Boys are one of Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most talented bluegrass bands, and they will be performing in Elko this week. The band focuses on the highest quality of music, both vocally and instrumentally. While keeping the tradition of bluegrass alive, they want to bring their unique, Canadian inter-

pretation to the genre, whether singing original songs about Canada and Alberta or performing songs from well-known Canadian artists. Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve entrenched themselves into the Edmonton and Calgary bluegrass scene and consider themselves ambassadors of bluegrass music to Alberta and Canada. They will be playing the Elko Community Hall on July 20, and the doors open at 7 p.m.

Report to Residents See how we supported your efforts to create a legacy of social, economic and environmental well-being in our annual Report to Residents: Foundation for Growth, highlighting activities and projects from around the Columbia Basin. If you have not yet received your Report to Residents, please call us to have one mailed to you.

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Wam Bam Jam riders flying high By Jonathan Arenson Free Press Staff

he Wam Bam Dirt Jump Jam took place Sunday

night in Fernie. A loud, energetic crowd took in the great food, pumping tunes and saw some amazing riders.

Paul Genovese finished first in the expert trick competition with 92.5 points. Honourable mention goes out to Derek Vondracek who

came in second with 90 points. For more pictures and results visit www. thefreepress.ca.

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Factors affecting your golf swing E

ven though golf is just an outdoor activity for some people, this marvellous sport is governed by its own, very particular science. When we talk about a stroke, well, or not so well executed, 99% of the time we’re talking about technique. Even though technique is one of the big pieces of the puzzle, there are in fact many other factors that have to be taken in to account: mental attitude, emotional control, surroundings, physical capacity, tactics, equipment, technique.

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1. Mental attitude: Obviously, we’re talking here about the capacity of the student to concentrate, but also about his personal knowledge, his ability to analyze and understand, as well as his understanding of the movement that he is

executing and why. 2. Emotional control: This concerns fears, hesitations, lack of interest, distractions and all the outside, emotional

Even though technique is one of the big pieces of the puzzle, there are in fact many other factors that have to be taken in to account: mental attitude, emotional control, surroundings, physical capacity, tactics, equipment, technique. influences which could affect the player. 3. Surroundings: The place, its level of difficulty; faced with a water obstacle or a sand trap, etc. The weather; the heat, the cold, rain or lightning, etc. 4. Physical capacity: The

capacity or incapacity of the player to make certain movements. The lack of flexibility, height, weight, etc. 5. Tactics: The capacity of the student to analyze the situation, awareness of the pluses and minuses, as well as the choices he has, to be able to make the right decision. 6. With new technology, golf equipment should be adapted to the customer. We are not talking here about personalized adjustments in the extreme, which some golfing enthusiasts inflict on themselves. However, the fact remains that a golf club that is too long, too short, too heavy, too light, with more of an angle... will affect the ball’s trajectory. 7. Technique: all aspects of the technique of the swing, positive or negative, which affects the ball’s trajectory.

So, before you fall back on the easiest solution, make a complete analysis of your game with the help of this list. You’ll be surprised by the results!

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Sports

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B.C. Summer Games athlete Golf Results profile - Lindsay Weech By Chris Stockey Ladies League

ark Place Draw: Arlene Bye

By Jonathan Arenson Free Press Staff

Fernie track star will race in the 800, 4x400 relay and the 1500 steeplechase.

Q: What are you feeling heading into the games? Are you excited? Are you nervous? A: I’m kind of both. It is super exciting to go. I get to meet a bunch of new people. I’m also nervous because you don’t know what is going to happen. Q: How did you get involved with the BC Summer Games? A: During the tryout for the games one of my friends told me that they are having a try out for track. During the tryout I couldn’t

make it because I was at this big soccer tournament. I asked Paul Chow, one of my teachers who is pretty good with athletics if there is a spot for me and if I could go. They found a spot for me in some races, and that’s how I got it. Q: Have you been doing a lot of training for the games? A: Oh yes, a lot. I’ve been training with Paul Chow and two other girls from Jaffray and we run the track around 8:30 in the morning. We also run hills. We’ll run four 800 metre sprints and then we’ll run hills. Some days we’ll just practise hurdles. It is really hard training but it just gets you better. We’ll train three times

a week. Q: How long have you been running track? A: I’ve probably been running since I was in grade one. I ran cross country and track in elementary school. Once I got into high school I started running track there. I got to travel to the States and that got me more involved with track. Q: How do you think you’ll do at the summer games? A: I don’t know. I’ve trained and other girls have trained. We are just going to have to wait and see. Q: Do you plan on sticking with track as you get older? A: Yes. I really love running. I feel free when I’m running. Q: What is it about running that allows you to feel free? A: The air brushing your face. The momentum you get when you get going. No matter how hot it is, you’re just going and it feels great and you’re just giving it your all.

Lindsay Weech training.

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Q: In your mind, what would be a success at the games? A: If I did my best and I felt like I did all that I could. No matter what I place I’ll be

happy. I’m going for the experience. It’s not like I’m thinking, “I’m going to win this race and if I don’t I’m going to be upset.” Instead I’m just going for the experience and whatever I place, I place and I’ll be happy. Q: What does it mean to you to have Paul Chow volunteering his time to help the track and field team train? A: It is really cool because you could pay a lot of money to get a trainer. Chow does is for free and he does it because he loves sports and he loves athletic kids. He’s just there for you and he pushes you to be your best. Sometimes when you train on your own you think, “Oh, I’m not going to try hard this round.” Chow tells us to push ourselves and to try hard and he’ll run with you. He’s awesome. I couldn’t ask for a better coach.

Overwaitea Draw: Karen Lozzaa

Event Winners: 0 - 18: Bridget Hemsted 19 - 24: Arlene Bye 25 - 33: Chris Stockey 34+: Jill Snell NP: Brenda Muselins

Deuce Pot: Bridget Hemsted, Chris Stockey Skins: Arlene Bye (2), Bridget Hemsted (1) Team Play - thank you to our sponsors: 1. Odyssey 2. The Tipple 3. Freshies 4. Vitality Body & Mind 5. Loaf Bakery 6. Investors Group 7. Investia 8. Best Western

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Q: Which event at the games is your strongest? A: I would say the 1500 metre steeplechase. I’m way better at long distances than I am at short. For the full interview and a profile of beach volleyball coach Sam Scott visit www.thefreepress. ca.

Lindsay Weech Lindsay Weech, 14 of Fernie will be competing at the BC Summer Games in track and field.

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ELKFORD SWIM-BIKE-RUN 2012 would like to thank the following sponsors for their support in both the adult and kids triathlons. They are a huge help to making these events possible and we appreciate all that they do for us â&#x20AC;˘ Teck â&#x20AC;˘ District of Elkford â&#x20AC;˘ Rockhard Fitness â&#x20AC;˘ Komatsu â&#x20AC;˘ E.V.D.S.C. â&#x20AC;˘ Nalco â&#x20AC;˘ Elkford Public Library â&#x20AC;˘ Mega Silkscreening

â&#x20AC;˘ East Kootenay Community Credit Union â&#x20AC;˘ Rayco Steel Ltd. â&#x20AC;˘ Bear Paw Contracting â&#x20AC;˘ Karenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pet Inn â&#x20AC;˘ Elkford Physiotherapy â&#x20AC;˘ Rocky Mountain Optometry

â&#x20AC;˘ Kootenay Kwik Print â&#x20AC;˘ Mountain Radio â&#x20AC;˘ EVE â&#x20AC;˘ Welco â&#x20AC;˘ Cross Circuit â&#x20AC;˘ McNairâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;˘ SMS Equipment

Our last thanks to everyone else - the athletes, volunteers, family and friends who come out to cheer and give support.

The Adult Tri will be on Sunday, June 2, 2013 and the Kidsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Tri will be announced in early spring 2013.

If anyone has photos that they would like to have on our tri website, please send them to

Hope to see you next year!

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Fernie in Bloom

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The Fernie Brewing Company By Jonathan Arenson Free Press Staff

he Fernie B r e w i n g Company has come a long way since its humble beginnings packaging products in a shed nine years ago. In 2007 the brewery tripled in size when it moved to its current location at 26 Manitou Rd. just off the highway on the east side of Fernie. Demand for the breweryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s craft beer

has been steadily on the rise. The company recently landed several draught accounts in Vancouver. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are struggling at the moment with logistics of having enough kegs to ship out to keep up with demand,â&#x20AC;? said Office Manager Abi Moore. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are growing a little bit too fast, but thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a good thing.â&#x20AC;? The brewery, which can package up to 500 litres per hour,

has begun expansion on their new digs to increase storage space. Different seasonal products are featured throughout the year. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Right now weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve got the Lone Wolf, an IPA, which is doing really well for all the hop heads,â&#x20AC;? said Moore. The end of summer features the return of Sap Sucker, an award winning maple porter, which will replace Lone Wolf. Halloween marks the arrival

of Pumpkin Head, a pumpkin infused brown ale. The brewery features a reverse osmosis water filtration system. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Fernie water is very mineral filled which is great for drinking but for making beer it is not ideal,â&#x20AC;? said Moore, whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been with the company almost two years. The close relationship between the employees keeps her there, said Moore.

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1. St Maryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Indian Band receives $200,000 for their innovative biomass energy (heating) project from the First Nations Clean Energy Fund. Funds will be used to construct thermal heating system utilizing waste wood. Largest grant in the province! 2. Cranbrook & Kimberley receive funds to clean up â&#x20AC;&#x153;Brownfieldâ&#x20AC;? sites. Old Tembec sawmill site in Cranbrook receives $109,650; three sites in Kimberley receive $139,506. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Brownfieldsâ&#x20AC;? are abandoned, vacant, derelict or underutilized commercial/ industrial contaminated sites. Fernie received a grant for its transfer station site last year. 3. Local communities receive grants and traffic fine revenue to assist local tax payers: Cranbrook ($353,640); RDEK ($144,557); Elkford ($334,643); Sparwood ($374,079);Fernie ($393,953). Bill Bennett MLA, Kootenay East www.billbennettmla.bc.ca

The Fernie Brewing Company.

Did you know the Library has:

â&#x20AC;˘ DVDs, magazines, daily newspapers, large print books, music cds, interlibrary loans and much more â&#x20AC;˘ Ebooks and audio books that can be downloaded from directly from our website at fernie.bclibrary.ca â&#x20AC;˘ Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have a reading device, you can borrow a kobo from the library & we can help you learn how to use it and other devices â&#x20AC;˘ If you want to keep up with whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new, follow us on twitter @Fernielibrary or facebook at Fernie Heritage Library

Call the Library at 250-423-4458 or check our website for details at http://fernie.bclibrary.ca

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enjoys the taste of success “It’s awesome. It is a pretty dynamic business for how small it is and we are constantly growing. It is family run which is really nice because everyone has a invested interest and really cares about the business.”

The brewery is heavily involved in supporting local events, setting up shop at the Wednesday Summer Social beer gardens as well as the Wapiti Music Festival. Last winter, the company started selling their products

in growlers, a 1.98 litre refillable glass jug. “The growlers are a sustainable way of buying your beer. It is kind of a hippy way to drink,” said Moore. Public tours are held every Friday at 3 p.m. for $7, which includes a tasting of all their

products. Private tours are also available. People can purchase products from most liquor stores around the province, some in Alberta, or directly from the brewery from Monday to Saturday from 1 to 5 p.m.

would like to introduce Jason Heyboer, electrician & Russ Thomas, computer technician to the Elk Valley. r Electrical, residential and commercial repairs and installation (10 years experience) r Computer repairs/installation (20 years experience) r Quality - reliable service r Affordable rates r Free quotes

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CANFOR ROAD CLOSURE BRIDGE REPAIRS Canfor will be undertaking major bridge repairs to the 74 kilometer bridge on the Flathead Forest Service Road from July 16th through to July 27th. The Flathead Forest road will not be passable beyond 74 kilometer bridge for the entire duration of these repairs. For more information feel free to contact Chris at the Canfor Canal Flats ofﬁce at 250-349-5294 extension (102)

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Inside the brewery.

The FJMES Gr. 6 Grad Class

would like to thank The Business, Groups and Individuals That made our year end celebraƟon

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s the summer season is at its peak many families are heading out on vacation. For some this may mean a weeklong trip putting thousands of kilometres behind them. For other families, this may not be the case but, that doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t mean there will be no summer vacation. Mini vacations or day trips discovering

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taken place seems to fascinate everyone who visits. There is always something new to check out at the interpretive centre or take a walk on one of the many trails trying to picture what the village looked like before the slide. Fort Steele is an amazing turn back in time. Children can participate in many hands on activities and learn a lot about the pioneers and their heritage. There are wagon rides, old fashioned theatre shows, old fashioned candy, and train rides to keep even the most energetic child entertained all day. Waterton Lake National Park offers everything imaginable in a day away vacation. Not only are you guaranteed to see wildlife, there are many lakes, creeks and picnic spots to set down and enjoy the scenery. Families can horseback ride, take a float onto Cameron Lake, take a walk through the beautiful Red Rock Canyon, dine at any one of the amazing little restaurants or check out the quaint

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COSSARINI: On Wednesday, July 4, 2012, our dad, Peter Cossarini, passed away suddenly in Fernie, BC, exhibiting the strength and determination that characterized his 70 years of life. Peter was born in Natal, BC, on November 8, 1941 to parents Achile “Hockey” and Elizabeth “Liz” Cossarini. Peter grew up in Michel, on “the farm”, a place he held forever in his heart. A lifetime resident of Fernie and Cokato, Peter continued his love for the soil as an avid gardener, while he worked full time as a mechanic both in “the bush” and in the coal mines of the Elk Valley. Peter loved his work and all of his buddies will readily attest to that; but he also loved cross-country skiing, fishing, hunting, camping and berry picking, often with Sharon, his best buddy at his side. It was love of family, however, that was Peter’s greatest passion and his wife, children and grand children were his most valued treasures. Peter will be lovingly remembered as a selfless, kind and generous man and will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. God bless you, Peter, and may you rest peacefully. Cherishing their memories are his son Trevor (Julie McFadyen) Cossarini and his daughter Michelle (Chris) Pumphrey; his six grand children, Travis, Claire, Katie, Chloe and Natalie Cossarini and Ava Pumphrey; his brother Jim (Cheryl Kerby) Cossarini; brothers- inlaw; Lanny (Diane) Kniert, Raymond (Terry) Kniert, Kenny (Sandra) Kniert, Gary MacDonald and Dave McIntyre; his sisters- in- law Anita Cossarini, Linda MacDonald and Bobbie (Foozie) Stephenson; his many nieces, nephews, grand nieces, grand nephews, other relatives and friends. Peter was predeceased by his wife, Sharon (nee Kniert) such a short time ago, on May 31, 2012. He was also predeceased by his parents, Achile and Elizabeth Cossarini, his brother John Cossarini and sister, Carol Cossarini as well as his parents- in- law Ken and Mary Kniert. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Peter’s name to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of BC and Yukon, 1212 West Broadway, Vancouver, BC, V6H 3V2 or to Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of Canada, 2 Lansing Square, Suite 804, Toronto, ON, M2J 4P8. A Memorial Service was held on Thursday, July 12, 2012 at 0:30 AM at Cherished Memories “Serenity Chapel”. Arrangements entrusted to Cherished Memories Funeral Services Ltd.

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couple from Fort Mcleod who had been missing for three days, have been found safe after sending an emergency call for help. Police and Search and Rescue in the Elk Valley and Alberta had been searching extensively for the couple after they left for a day trip on Saturday morning and did not return. Their family and friends had not heard from them since they

left. At about 4 p.m. on Tuesday, the Elk Valley RCMP were notified of a radio transmission received from a remote area in Bow River. A woman with a European accent indicated that she and her husbandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s car had become stuck, and they could not get it out. Her husband had an injured knee, but otherwise they were OK. The transmission was very broken, and no further details could be ascertained. A helicopter was dispatched to the area,

and located two people confirmed to be Jacob and Anja Oosterwijk, the missing couple. The Oosterwijks were transported to the hospital to be evaluated. Apparently, after becoming stuck, the two were able to locate a cabin with a radio, and make the call for assistance. Shortly after the transmission, and once a narrower area was determined, a police dog was able to locate the stranded vehicle. Jacob and Anja were found safe Tuesday.

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