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Cougar sighted on Barnes Lake Road A jogger’s recent encounter with a cougar on Barnes Lake Road has the Conservation Officer Service concerned. The encounter occurred at approximately 8:30 pm on July 23. Information received to date indicates that the jogger was stalked by the cougar as she ran, and that she eventually flagged down a passing car, which gave her a ride. Conservation Officer Paul Pike visited the area the next day and spoke with residents, as well as with people camping at the local recreation sites. Notices informing the public about the incident, and reminding people that the Barnes Lake area is cougar habitat, were placed in the area. As of July 26, no further calls had been received regarding cougar sightings in the vicinity of the lake. Pike advises that anyone using the area should be vigilant, and remain aware of their surroundings when they are out and about. Children and pets should be closely supervised. Any sightings should be reported to RAPP (Report All Poachers and Polluters) at 1-877-952-7277.

Ashcroft was occupied on July 28 by the friendly forces of the Western Command Military Vehicle Historical Society. The convoy is headed north to Alaska to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the construction of the Alaska Highway. See story and more pictures on p. 8.

Ashcroft “left behind” in race for new doctors Small rural communities throughout the province are resorting to desperate measures to attract doctors. This can result in other places - such as Ashcroft - being left behind, says Ashcroft Mayor Andy Anderson. “I think it seems like it’s getting a little carried away,” Anderson said. “But they’re going to do what they have to do to attract (doctors.)” He was speaking of communities such as Princeton, which has recently partnered with the Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen and local industry to lease a $2,2000 per month townhouse, complete with hardwood floors, granite countertops, and a personal gym. Like Ashcroft, the town has had its Emergency Room hours cut, and is having difficulty attracting doctors to the area.

The Arrow Lakes Hospital Foundation in the village of Nakusp formed a corporation to purchase a $280,000 house to entice a doctor pressed with other job offers to stay in the town. Sechelt’s St. Mary’s Hospital Foundation leased a three-bedroom house in order to provide housing for temporary medical staff. In Princeton, it’s hoped that the townhouse will be an extra incentive to attract locums to the community. This measure is on top of extra cash incentives from the Rural Emergency Enhancement Fund, an initiative to improve public access to emergency services in rural BC. “It’s absolutely essential that you have ER here,” said Brad Hope, Area H director with the RDOS. “The number of jobs here that are high-risk — logging, mining, there’s a huge number of jobs.

We’ve got a major highway that can be quite challenging and no cellphone coverage on it.” However, Hope said the leasing of the townhouse to attract doctors is not something the town likes to do. “We don’t like bidding against other towns, and yet here we are, trying to pull doctors from other communities to our community.” “We’re willing to do whatever we have to do, but it’s not something we like doing — competing with other folks, and upping the ante when we think the province should be paying for it.” However, some communities feel they can’t compete with offers such as the one in Princeton. Andy Anderson said Ashcroft can’t pay for perks such as houses to draw in the limited supply of doctors. A spokesperson for the Ministry of

Health said that $10 million is available in support programs to encourage doctors to practice in rural communities. However, Anderson said the issue isn’t with the funding of doctors, but rather the supply. The current lack of residencies available to doctors is what is creating this shortage, he said, and creating more doctors is the solution, not giving current doctors more money. “There’d be more doctors available if the residency program was extended and the government would spend money on that. We wouldn’t need to go to these long lengths to get these physicians,” he said. “That money would have been better spent in the residency program.” Ashcroft is facing a shortage of doctors to staff its ER. This has caused the ER’s hours to decline steadily, meaning that it is closed even during high-attendance, high-risk events such as the annual rodeo. The community is in the process of recruiting two doctors from South Africa, but Anderson said Ashcroft would always be looking to recruit more.

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Dangerous driver July 19 at 7 pm, a dropped 911 call was traced to a location near Hwy. 1 and Semlin Valley Golf Course. Police made contact with the caller, who was in Spences Bridge; the trace was to the tower transmitting the call, which was the closest one to the caller. She was calling to report an incident of hazardous driving, but could not provide enough information to enable police to trace the vehicle. As the hazardous driver was last seen proceeding along Hwy. 8 towards Merritt, the police there were informed.

If at ďŹ rst you don’t succeed On July 20, police received a call from the Oasis Pub in Cache Creek regarding a group of three males and one female who were intoxicated, and trying to purchase liquor from the beer and wine store

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instructions, located on site. It removed the was the second SHCROFT ETACHMENT car’s stereo, litime that day the cence plates, same group had insurance patried to buy liBarbara Roden pers, and anyquor from the thing else of store, and they value. The were denied service both times. After the second attempt car was towed to the impound lot in the group - none of whom were recog- Cache Creek, and no charges were laid. nized as local - left in a vehicle, and police were called because of worries that Bruin too close for comfort they were not sober. It was not known in July 20 at 10:20 pm, police received a which direction the vehicle was traveling, call regarding a bear in the back yard of a and the vehicle and occupants could not residence in Cache Creek. Police did not be found, so police were unable to ascer- attend, as the bear left on its own, but a tain if the driver was sober or not. Conservation Officer was advised.

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July 20 at 3:00 pm, an employee of the Cache Creek Petro Can called police to report that an abandoned vehicle in the gas station parking lot might have been stolen. The licence plates had been removed, the stereo was missing from the dashboard, and the vehicle’s windows were rolled down. Police used the vehicle’s identification number to trace the owner, who lives in the Lower Mainland. He reported that he had loaned the car - a 1993 Toyota - to a friend, and that the vehicle had broken down in Cache Creek. The owner, after consulting with the friend, decided it wasn’t worth the time, effort, or cost to retrieve the vehicle, and advised his friend to abandon it in Cache Creek. The friend, on the owner’s

July 21 at 1:30 am, police received a complaint regarding a loud party on Brunswick Place in Ashcroft. In addition to the loud music, and the sound of people yelling and screaming, the neighbour who made the call was concerned about the possibility of party-goers drinking and driving. The police attended and did sobriety checks on some of the drivers, but no one was found to be under the influence. They also spoke with the homeowner, who complied and shut down the party.

Possible animal abuse July 21 at 5 pm, a guest of the Nugget Motel in Cache Creek called to report a suspicion that cats were being abused and/or killed by their owner, another motel resident who has been there for ap-

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proximately one month. Police attended and spoke with other motel guests, who indicated that the cats in question had been picked up a few days earlier by the SPCA. A call to the SPCA confirmed this.

Hit and run July 23 at 9 am, police were called regarding a hit and run on Brink Lane in Ashcroft, where a parked car had sustained damage to the passenger side. As the car had been parked there for some time, the owner was unable to say when the damage had occurred, and there are no suspects or witnesses. Anyone with information about the incident is asked to call the Ashcroft RCMP detachment at (250) 453-2216.

Nipping crime in the bud July 24 at 8 pm, an employee of the OK Stop gas station in Ashcroft called to report an incident of shoplifting. Police attended and found that a nine year old had stolen gum and some candy. The child’s parents were contacted, and no charges were laid in connection with the incident.

Perhaps try nailing it down On July 25, police received a report of a trailer in Ashcroft which had had the VAL tag (registration validation sticker) removed from the trailer’s licence plate. The owner could only say that the tag had been taken at some time during the previous week. There were no witnesses, and there are no suspects at this time.

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The new Ashcroft and District Lions Club executive and directors for the coming year were installed on June 27 by Past Zone Chairs Debbie Bostock and Angus Benedict. The club is also happy to welcome two new members, Mark Holland and Burt Mazerall. There are now 20 members in the club, which is always looking for more people. It’s an active club, and a lot of fun. For more information, contact membership chair Henry Klassen at 457-9692, or Vivian Edwards at 453-9077. Pictured (left to right) are Lion Kim Davis (Kamloops Paddlewheelers), President Darrell Rawcliff, sponsor Lion George Harvie, Lion Burt Mazerall, Past Zone Chair Debbie Bostock, and Lion Mark Holland.

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Cache Creek puts on blooming good show for Communities judges Cache Creek welcomed Communities in Bloom judges George Mitchell and Darlene Kalawsky at Cache Creek Park on July 17. The evening’s activities included awards presentations, and fitness activities in the park and pool. More than 100 people attended the event, and over 30 appreciation awards were presented by the CIB judges. These were for tidiness and improvements to properties in both the commercial and residential categories. Awards were also given to sponsors Second Time Around and the Ashcroft and District Lions Club. The official judging of the community occurred the following day. The judges toured the Tourist Information Centre, Community Hall heritage display, the new Gateway Park, and the recycling depot. They walked along the sidewalks, enjoying the new planters, flower beds, and Farmer’s Market sign, as well as the two “pocket parks” maintained by the Cache Creek Beautification Society. They also enjoyed a tour of the Cache Creek Landfill and airport with mayor John Ranta, and the municipal park and pool. A lovely garden luncheon

was held with Communities in Bloom volunteers and guests at the home of Cache Creek Beautification Society President Judy Davison and her husband Stuart. Afterwards, the judges participated in a geocache at the Cache Creek Cemetery, guided by Gold Country Geocache Coordinator Marcie Dawn. The tour finished with a drive past Cache Creek Elementary’s gardens and a visit with the Village Administrative staff for details on the municipality, including Cache Creek’s Parks and Trails Masterplan and Official Community Plan. The day ended with a fun ride through the Semlin Valley Golf Course. There the judges, guided by Councillor and Golf Club President Darrell Rawcliffe, experienced the incredible vistas and well-kept turf. Councillor Lisa Dafoe joined in the tour as well. Public Works Foreman Deb Channell and Carmen Ranta, Cache Creek CiB committee chair, were the official tour guides for the day. The Cache Creek Communities in Bloom committee is a sub-committee of the Cache Creek Beautification Society. The tour was an amazing look at the Village at its best.

(l-r) Carmen Ranta, Alice Crosson, Mary Kim, Coun. Lisa Dafoe, Val Bissat, Communities in Bloom judges George Mitchell and Darlene Kalawsky, Judy Davison and Public Works Foreman Deb Channell. The judges were treated to a backyard luncheon at the home of Judy and Stuart Davison with members of the Cache Creek Beautification Society, and joined by Alice and Val from Clinton’s Communities in Bloom.

Thanks to the many volunteers, sponsors, local supporters, the Cache Creek Village council and staff, and the Clinton CiB com-

Gold country journey brings history alive Sheila Jensen’s grand- to Sheila and Peter travelling railroaders prior to their lodge father, John Nicol, played a to the Interior, where they re- meetings. Sheila, a relentless invessignificant role in her life as ceived a guided tour from Zartshe grew up in the Ashcroft and han’s Past Master Fred De- tigator, gathered documents, Walhachin area. He had been wick. Their journey took them photographs, and mementos a track maintenance worker through cemeteries, museums, in the Ashcroft Museum, the with the Canadian Pacific Rail- and lodges, in places ranging homes of childhood friends, way. He and his fellow work- from Spatsum, Ashcroft, and and Masonic lodges. Her enthusiasm injected a note of ers in Spatsum, south of Ash- Walhachin to Kamloops. While in Ashcroft, Sheila contemporary realism, and put croft, were an active part of the group of men who, in 1923, and Peter met with prominent the history back into historical petitioned to create the Zarthan Mason Andy Anderson, and Ashcroft. Gerry McRae Lodge No. 105 of the Ancient viewed Lodge records from Worshipful Master 1923. They were also feted at Free and Accepted Masons. Zarthan Lodge 105 Nicol later acquired enough the Central Cafe, believed to Ashcroft seniority to become a Section be the refreshment stop for the Head in Kamloops, where he became affiliated with the lodge there. Sheila fondly remembers her many visits to her grandfather’s home at 351 Nicola Street, Kamloops. It is now the address of the current Kamloops lodge. Sheila and her husband Peter, now living in California, had previously travelled to Scotland to trace her grandfather’s roots. Several months ago, Sheila contacted Master Gerry McRae of Zarthan Lodge Mayor Andy Anderson welcomes Sheila and Peter Jensen from Calithrough Zarthan’s fornia to the Village of Ashcroft and the Masonic Ashcroft “Zarthan” website. Numerous Lodge, where Sheila’s grandfather was a founding member. email exchanges led

mittee, official CiB mentors, for their assistance. Cache Creek CiB volunteers will be attending the BC Communities in Bloom

From the Council meeting on July 23.

awards presentations in Kelowna on Sept. 22, where the results will be announced. Carmen Ranta

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Roll call: Mayor Andy Anderson and Councillors Alice Durksen and Jackie Tegart

Cargo container bylaw A public hearing about the proposed Zoning bylaw amendment regarding the placement and use of cargo containers within Village limits was held before the Council meeting on July 23. The draft bylaw amendment was discussed, with Ashcroft Fire Chief Brian Henderson expressing concerns about the draft not specifying that containers be placed a safe minimum distance from other buildings. Larry Van Leest questioned the need for cargo containers to meet the minimum setback requirement of 10 feet from property lines, arguing that they are moveable. Mayor Anderson replied “Why shouldn’t they be placed at the right distance from the property line; they won’t be moved once placed.” Village Administrator Michelle Allen added that the 10 foot setback is required for all structures for reasons of safety and access. Jim Duncan said that since other jurisdictions allow cargo containers to be used as housing, Ashcroft should not close the doors on that option. Allen replied that anyone wishing to use one as a residence could apply for a variance. Mayor Ander-

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son said that all public input would be considered before the bylaw amendments are finalized.

Rail crossing “improvement”? Phil Doddridge of Interior Roads presented his semi-annual report on area roads under his maintenance. Now that the improvements to Cornwall Rd. and Hwy. 97C between the bridge and Hwy. 1 have been completed, there are no big plans for summer for anything else in the area. The recent heavy rains mean some work has to be done to the shoulders on Hwy. 97C between Ashcroft and Logan Lake. When asked about the supposed “improvement” to the CP rail crossing at the north end of Ashcroft, Doddridge replied that CP had undertaken the job, which proved to be bigger than expected. More concrete ties are needed, but as the budget is exhausted the work will not be done until spring 2013.

Book donation to Village Longtime local resident and artist Bill Drinkwater presented the Village with an inscribed copy of his book Canada’s 100 Mile Desert Corridor. It contains photographs and artwork celebrating the See BRIEFS on p. 13

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Let the games begin I saw a charming little program on TV last week, called Isles of Wonder. It was an intimate and low-key affair, full of spontaneous moments, looking at English history and culture. I hope a few others saw it. Who am I kidding? A billion people watched Isles of Wonder, aka the opening ceremony of the 2012 London Olympics. Director Danny Boyle was tasked with bringing together 10,000 performers—plus three cows, two goats, nine geese, 12 horses, 10 chickens, 10 ducks, 70 sheep, and three sheepdogs—and turning out a dazzling, entertaining, and uplifting spectacle that had to include speeches, oaths, proclamations, a flag-raising, a torch-lighting, anthems, and 10,000 athletes representing 204 countries. Now, Olympic opening ceremonies are definitely not intimate or low-key. As for spontaneous: well, royal weddings are more spur of the moment. I was hoping for some spontaneity from the animals, but they were disappointingly well-behaved. And I had to feel for the athletes, who seemed like an afterthought as they were kept waiting until the animals, Mary Poppins, a group of cricketers, and others had cleared off. It set me wondering what a truly low-key, intimate, and spontaneous opening ceremony would look like. What if, by some twist, the Olympics ended up in Ashcroft? “Welcome to the opening ceremony, everyone; and just a warning that we’re going to have to keep things moving, because CP can’t keep the trains stopped past 10:00. A big thanks to the team at Ash-Creek TV for the loan of the extension cords and extra speakers. “After the ceremony there’s a potluck dinner at the Arena. We’ve tried to accommodate everyone with special dietary needs, but if you don’t have to worry about the calories then be sure to try Beth’s maple baked beans with bacon. “A couple of notes about the venues. For the equestrian teams who have their horses stabled at the rodeo grounds, look out for marmot burrows. We tried to get them all, but some of those holes are well hidden. Due to low river levels, a few of the boating events have been switched to Barnes Lake, but the fishing derby is still going ahead next Saturday, so watch out for anglers. “The Ukraine archery team is billeted with Jean and Kevin, who’ve had to go to Williams Lake unexpectedly. There’s a spare key under the planter on the front porch, and plenty of food in the fridge. If you want to watch TV, make sure you hold the power button on the remote down for a few seconds. And if anyone needs something they can’t get here, Martin says he’s going into Kamloops on Monday, so give him a list. “Well, the high school band is ready to go, and the Desert Bells Handbell Choir has finished warming up, so let’s get on with the show. Could someone get those cows off the field first? Honestly, cows at an opening ceremony! Whose crazy idea was that?”

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Dear Editor, Either my hearing is going, or Mayor Anderson’s memory is failing. When the branding survey was presented to the council on June 25 he agreed that a compromise would be a good idea and starting point. He also stated that perhaps more public input was needed. Imagine my shock at the branding meeting in July when he said there would be no compromise, and they were moving ahead with the wellness brand. There was a suggestion from a branding committee member that perhaps history, the arts, etc. could be put on the stepping stones. For those of you who do not know what the stepping stones are, they are also known locally as the blobs or multicolored cow patties. It seemed this member was sincere; unfortunately, she was also overheard to say quietly “Then we can take them off when it calms down.” I owe an apology to Community Futures and Deb Arnott. When I first started looking into who thought the brand should be changed, I was told by a staff member at the Village Office that Council had nothing to do with it. She thought perhaps Community Futures?

Mayor Anderson admitted at the branding meeting that it was Council’s idea to instigate the branding process. Even though 76% of the 221 people who signed the survey do not agree with the wellness brand, versus the 15% who agree and the 9% who were undecided, it doesn’t seem to matter to Council. Perhaps they have to be reminded that it is their responsibilty to listen to the public. What I have learned from this experience is to be more involved in our community, to voice my opinion, and if I don’t like or understand what is happening not to be afraid to ask questions. Above all, not to be apathetic. There is talk of a community meeting with the Council and branding members, to educate the community on what wellness is, with the time and place to be announced. Please show up at the meeting with any questions or concerns that you have about the brand, and voice them. If you can’t attend the meeting, then you can always phone our Mayor and Councillors. Do not be apathetic! Doreen Lambert Ashcroft

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Dear Editor, Last month my dog went missing. I left the house in the morning, and she jumped six feet off the deck and landed on some sagebrush. I arrived home seven hours later to discover she was gone, and searched the neighbourhood to no avail. The next day she was seen twice but no one attempted to catch her. I’m writing this letter to, first, thank Morris for all his help and days of searching, as well as my girlfriend Kansas who came from Lillooet. I did put up posters with “Sassy’s” picture, but someone took them down. To that person I want to say “Shame on you”. I also posted on Facebook, and people said that they would watch for her. Sadly, we never found her. I am asking people that if you see a cat or dog that you haven’t seen around before, please try to catch them and call your local pound or dog catcher. I’m not sure if people know, but Mellita Van Tine is the dog catcher in Cache Creek, and Eddie Aie is the one to call in Ashcroft. Thank you. Pat Vandrishe Cache Creek

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Spences Bridge fifth in ultimate fishing town vote I trust everyone is enjoying the summer weather and getting out to enjoy summer activities, without overheating! The rivers are finally low enough to provide some safe swimming spots; an ideal way to beat the heat and enjoy it at the same time. We are definitely gearing up for the hot summer event of the year. The Desert Daze festival is all systems go: the line-up has been finalized, and the web page is set. Check out www.desertdaze. ca for all the details. Buy your tickets, sign up for volunteering, or book as a vendor. The planning committee is very excited about the musicians coming this year; let’s hope we get the weather! The Community Club called a special meeting to discuss how we might alter our New Horizons Senior’s grant proposal, with hopes of being successful this time. There was a nice turnout, and a great discussion was given direction as to what changes need to be made. The group has determined that the important goal of unifying the community

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Mavourneen Varcoe-Ryan through deeper understanding, and mentoring of each other, needs to be highlighted. Last year’s grant gave the community the opportunity to work together, with many different arts and crafts activities benefiting our Elders in so many ways. The hope is to receive funding for a new project so the benefits can continue. The application has been submitted, and now we wait with fingers crossed. We are also in the process of applying for some grant monies for our community hall renovations. Clemmes Hall has been the hub of this community for more than 100 years. It has seen so many dances, meetings, weddings, and funerals; if only the walls could talk! The Community Club hopes to keep the hall alive and vibrant for many years to

come, thus the application to clean out the bats, put in a new furnace and doors, and so on. Again, we’re crossing our fingers that we are successful in securing funding for this important project. The T.V./radio tower saga continues. The cement base has been poured, part of the tower has been delivered, and the rest is on the way. Next is to organize the technician to come and get us set up, and we may have CBC radio by summer’s end! Thanks so much to Arnie Oram and Dave Rice for helping out with getting the base set. An update regarding “Ultimate Fishing Town”, a voting contest sponsored by World Fishing Network. Well, little old Spences Bridge was nominated, and out of about 250 entries across the country, we amazingly came in at fifth place! We unexpectedly won a $1,500 prize, and the Spence Bridge Steelhead Advocacy group will determine the best use for it. Habitat restoration is one possibility. The Community Club takes a break from meetings through the summer, so our next meeting is Sept. 12. This will also be our AGM, member dues are due, and election of officers will be held. Please consider getting involved, as we’ve got lots going on!

Spirit of the past An open house at the Ashcroft Museum on July 27 gave Museum guide Regan Greenwood (above) a chance to don Victorian finery for the day. Cache Creek resident Carol McLean (below left) was on hand to demonstrate spinning techniques. She’s seen here with Susan Nelson from Portland, Oregon.

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High summer on Loon Lake, as families gather to beat the heat July began with a small but vibrant Canada Day parade and celebration that any rural community could be proud of. Even the sun came out to join the celebration. Many thanks go to the McMaster family at the Dabblin Duck’n Bed and Breakfast for organizing the day’s events. Canadian flags, jerseys, and innovative clothing in red and white looked great against the green Loon Lake backdrop. The following week we were all reminded of the power of natural forces when a small wildfire started up on the plateau north of Loon Lake. Fortunately, the Wildfire Management Branch staff was on top of it quickly and got it under

FROM LOON LAKE ROAD Barbara Hendricks control within a short period. During that time, however, the sky seemed full, with small planes and then the big planes with retardant coming in low to drop their load. These were followed later by the helicopters bringing up water. A lot of effort went into dealing with the fire, and it was an impressive response. It is high summer, with full houses at Loon Lake this month, as families gath-

er from all around. There are many families who have had their summer homes at Loon Lake since the late 1950s, and now the fourth generation are spending summer holidays here. These are serious family ties with Loon Lake, and the associated investment, and interest in the future of our area, will help it continue to be a good place to live. Summer fun focuses on the lake and watery activities. The many hot days this month have meant that the lake has been a refuge from the heat. Some concerns have been raised about the problems created for nesting shorebirds by the wash from the larger and more powerful boats when they speed down the lake. Loon Lake is a very narrow lake, and high speeds down

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timate destination of Delta Junction and Fairbanks, Alaska. Along the way, the group aims to raise public awareness and remembrance of our veterans, as well as mark the 70th anniversary of the 2,200 km highway, built in an amazing seven months during the height of World War II. David Beale, vice president of the WCMVHS, said that the main chapter of the club is in Vancouver, with members all over BC, Alberta, and Washington State. David King, who had traveled from his home near Everett, WA to join the convoy, proudly displayed his 1942 WLA Harley-Davidson motorcycle, complete with vintage ammunition bags for storage, a 48star American flag, and a machine gun scabbard containing a Browning submachine gun (replica) and World War I trench knife (genuine). Dwayne McNee of the Lower Mainland is making the journey in his original 1948 Willys Jeep. The Willys Jeep is the iconic vehicle of the Second World War, and McNee described the vehicles as “workhorses�, which could be – and were – modified by the men using them to suit the terrain and climate in which they worked. Among the other vehicles on display at the Legion were a 1944 field artillery tractor, used for hauling cargo; a 1943 American signal van; and a 1943 C-15 Australian signal truck, which its owners had shipped over here. From Ashcroft the convoy was going on to Clinton, 100 Mile, Williams Lake, and other Interior cities before arriving in Dawson Creek – Mile 0 of the Alaska Highway – for the official kickoff of the tour on Aug. 4. A much larger U.S. convoy, arranged by the Military Vehicle Preservation Society, will also be departing from Dawson Creek on that day. The WCMVHS tour is sponsored in part by Veterans Affairs Canada and the Royal Canadian Legion.

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Cache Creek truck show draws working trucks from all over Gleaming paintwork and shining chrome were on display on July 28, as the Pacific Truck Club’s second annual show took place in Cache Creek. The first show was held in Cache Creek last year, and club founder Scott McKenzie calls it the perfect location “It’s a central spot,” he said, “and the venue here [at the park] is ideal. A cool breeze blowing through, and shade from the sun.” The club has members in BC, Alberta, and Saskatchewan, and McKenzie advertised the event through his website at www.PacificTruckClub.org . “It’s a getaway for the truckers,” he said, “a chance for them to get together and relax.” Truck owner Randy Bertrim agreed, laughing that truck driving was a lonely occupation, and that drivers liked the opportunity to swap stories. It’s also an opportunity for the public to view a wide array of working trucks and talk to their owners. McKenzie would like to make the two day show an annual event in Cache Creek on the last weekend in July each year. “I’d like to get up to 100 trucks taking part,” he said. Antique trucks would also be welcome, as vehicles don’t need to be working currently in order to participate.

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Working trucks in all their glory were on display in Cache Creek on July 28. To the right is a 1967 L.W. 924 Canadian Kenworth, built in Burnaby and now owned by Randy Bertrim. Its entire working life has been spent in the oil patch north of Fort St. John, but Bertrim says the truck has been semi-retired for the last three years.

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he recent report of a 45-year-old man in Oklahoma City who claimed he made $60,000 a year panhandling sparked a ton of conversation throughout North America, and some of it was angry. “Here I am working my tail off for $45,000 a year and this guy is making more than me doing nothing?!” exclaimed one of my friends. That was the kind of reaction many people had after reading that Shane Warren Speegle told a police officer that he was too lazy to get a real job and would rather risk paying $200/day for a

permit to panhandle. But given a choice between an honest day of work and a day out on the streets, most people would never choose the latter. Why? One of the reasons is that begging is humiliating. Another could be that it’s harder than it looks. “I was stuck in a strange city once after my wallet was stolen when I was traveling in my twenties,” another friend told me. “I had to ask strangers for money so I could get something to eat and call home. Most people ignored me like I didn’t exist and a few hurled profanities at me and told me to

get a job.” Embarrassed and in tears, she continued to ask for handouts until a nice older couple stopped to help. “I can’t imagine ever choosing to beg for money,” she said. “Working is way easier than that was.” So is this Speegle guy for real when he says he’d rather panhandle than work a real job? It’s obviously possible. Yet if he is telling the truth, I don’t think he’s a fair

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able-bodied person asking for money on the streets we may judge them harshly and consider them to be lazy scammers when quite the opposite might be true. We really don’t know their history any more than they know ours. I’m not saying whether or not we should be giving them money, I’m just suggesting that we don’t paint everyone with the same brush. We also can’t lose sight of how fortunate we are to be living in North America. Even the homeless of our society have access to running water, food and shelter, unlike millions of our fellow humans who are born into poverty stricken third-world nations where a glass of clean water isn’t even available. Everything is relative and compassion is key. It will guide us as individuals to decide who and how we choose to help others. More columns, blogs, cartoons and videos can be found at LoriWelbourne.com

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Not all of the sights and sounds of summer are welcome (or wanted) LOON LAKE from p. 7

fireworks at 11:30 at night in a closelybuilt residential area are among the irritants. Surely any thoughtful person who wants to set off fireworks would inform their neighbours that they intended to do so. This would allow those affected to take care of their pets, which are frightened by such loud noises. In the garden, I have proudly harvested my first ripe tomato. This is a very early date for tomatoes from my garden. The cool June meant that spinach and chard have done really well, so lots of spinach and ricotta gnocchi was made and put away for the winter. Strawberries, raspberries, and cher-

ries are now at their peak, and the annual race against the birds has begun. I love to watch the western tanagers, but not when they are in my cherry tree. Blackcurrants are still ripening, and I can hardly wait for their lovely distinctive odour to fill the house as I make Crème de Cassis, syrups, and jams. I think it is such a delicious and healthy fruit, and is so easy to grow. Why buy more exotic stuff brought in from faraway places? Haying season is well underway on the ranches, with the first crop now in and irrigation systems working to grow the next crop while the sun shines. Summer, to me, is always associated with the scent of fresh-mown hay, especially alfalfa and clover. Despite all the rain in June, the water

level in Loon Creek at the mouth of Loon Lake remained alarmingly low; so low that large fish could not swim in it without their backs above the water. Then, on July 20, it rose a couple of feet in a few hours, although there was no rain, and it was a full clear sunny day. The next day the water level was down again in the morning, and then by noon it was rising once more. Since then the water levels in the creek have been up and down like a yo-yo. This manipulation of the water level by someone cannot be good for the young hatching fish. Residents living along the creek should be informed of any intention of either stopping the water flow or increasing it so quickly. Since writing here in June I have been

contacted by several Loon Lake Road residents regarding noxious weeds in their yards, chiefly the yellow flowered Dalmatian toadflax. I can also see that there are still some very well-established stands of spotted knapweed along the roadside. There is a program to help private property owners who have problems with these weeds. A biological control (insects) is made available free of charge from the Southern Interior Weed Management Committee (SIWMC), which can be contacted at 162 Oriole Rd., Kamloops, BC V2C 4N7, email info@siwmc.ca (or visit the website at www.siwmc.ca ), phone (250) 851-1699. Happy summer, and Happy BC Day, everyone.

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Photo contest for hunting, ďŹ shing guides launched Shutterbugs with a taste for outdoor adventure will have the opportunity to see their work on the cover of the 2013-15 Freshwater Fishing Regulations Synopsis, through a photo contest announced by the Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations. The Freshwater Fishing Regulations Synopsis is published every two years, and contains all sport fishing regulations in effect in freshwater in British Columbia. It’s the go-to sourcebook for anglers throughout the province. The Ministry is also seeking photos for a similar contest for the 2014-16 Hunting and Trapping Regulations Synopsis. The Hunting and Trapping Synopsis is a summary of the BC hunting and trapping regulations made under the Wildlife Act, prepared for the convenience of hunters and trappers.

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Stand up comedy at the Trackside The open house at the Trackside Diner on Sat. July 21, with entertainers Janice Bannister and Tracey Knihnitski, prompted lots of laughs. A replica - in cake! - of the Diner’s interior, prepared by Rayla Reid, was incredible. Everything was there: the stools, the jukebox, the black and white tiles. Sherman had apple pie and ice cream, and I had a banana split that was so beautiful people took pictures of it. And I ate every scrap of it, too!

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Thompson River Valley from Lytton to Kamloops, a stretch which has Ashcroft at its centre. “It’s the best place in BC to live,� said Drinkwater. “Lots of water and desert: two things that don’t often come together.�

Emergency room hours magnets The Village has produced fridge magnets giving the phone number and website details for contacting Interior Health to find out the current emergency room schedule. The magnets are available free at the Village Office during regular hours.

Painting donated Local artist Esther Darlington has donated one of her original oil paintings, entitled “Two Girls in White Hats, Ash-

croft�, to the Village of Ashcroft. It is the second painting which the artist has donated to the Village, and it will be hung in the Village Office.

Community Infrastructure Improvement Fund Details of this funding source, which is making up to $36 million available throughout the province, were only recently announced, and the Village hopes to be able to apply for funds before the deadline of Aug. 2. A maximum of $250,000 is available to the community (subject to matching grants) for “shovel ready� projects that will improve existing community infrastructure, and several small projects can be bundled together up to the maximum grant amount. Among the projects being considered are new safety ladders at the pool, better access for seniors to the second floor of the Village Office, a new furnace in the Community Hall, and a new furnace and air conditioning for the Ashcroft Museum.

Public consultation process Council has expressed concern that the existing public consultation process has not been sufficient to allow residents to provide feedback on proposed changes to the Village’s operating procedures which may require residents to make changes to their own

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The period during which burning will be allowed in Oct. 2012 has been amended to two weeks (Oct. 1 – 14) rather than for the entire month of October, as in the past. This will be the last time residents will be able to dispose of household waste by burning. Councillor Tegart asked if the Village could ensure that the special fall garbage pickup be scheduled to take place before the burning period, in order to act as an alternative to burning. Michelle Allen replied that Village crew work schedules might make this difficult, but the matter will be looked into.

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A resource person has been assigned by BC Transit to our region, to promote the transit system between Clinton, Cache Creek, and Ashcroft with an eye to increasing ridership. A survey regarding usage and scheduling is also planned, with Michelle Allen pointing out that “small systems have completely different challenges to larger centres.� BC Transit has also negotiated successfully with Interior Health for the latter to assume the full funding of the IH bus which travels from Lillooet and Lytton to Kamloops, and connects with the community bus. The Interior Health bus has, in recent years, been subsidized by the community bus service. Barbara Roden

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routines. Councillor Tegart said “Feedback indicates that the public has been surprised by some of the directions taken by council.� It was therefore moved that for a period of six months, all proposed operational changes that will impact residents will be introduced as a “Notice of Motion�. These will be included in the monthly newsletter so that residents may become familiar with the proposed changes. The items will then be included in the next Committee of the Whole meeting, so that the public may attend and present their comments. Only then will items be placed on the regular agenda for further discussion. At the end of six months, the process will be reviewed. It has also been announced that the Village will host two Community Forums per year: one in April and one in November. These forums will provide a further opportunity for open discussion of Village operation matters.

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CONCRETE FINISHERS and Form Setters. Edmonton based company seeks experienced concrete nishers and form setters for work in Edmonton and northern Alberta. Subsistence and accommodations provided for out of town work; john@raidersconcrete. com. Cell 780-660-8130. Fax 780-444-7103.

EXPERIENCED PARTS PERSON and an Inventory Clerk are required for a progressive auto/industrial supplier. Hired applicant will receive top wages, full benets and RRSP bonuses plus moving allowances. Our 26,000ft2 store is located 2.5 hours N.E. of Edmonton, Alberta. See our community at LacLaBicheRegion.com. Send resume to: Sapphire Auto, Box 306, Lac La Biche, AB, T0A 2C0. Email: hr@ sapphireinc.net.

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AUTOMATED TANK MANUFACTURING INC. is looking for welders. Due to a huge expansion to our plant located in Kitscoty, Alberta, 20km west of Lloydminster. We have openings for 10-3rd year apprentices or journey person welders. We offer best wage in industry. 3rd yr apprentice $28-$30/hr, journey person $32-$35/hr, higher with tank experience. Prot sharing bonus plus manufacturing bonus incentive. Full insurance package 100% paid by company. Good working environment. Join a winning team. Call Basil or Blaine at; (ofce)780-846-2231; (fax)780-846-2241 or send resume to blaine@autotanks. ca; production@autotanks. ca. Keep your feet on the ground in a safe welding environment through inhole manufacturing process. No scaffolding or elevated work platform.

CITY OF YELLOWKNIFE Assistant Superintendent, Solid Waste Facility. The City of Yellowknife is seeking an individual to assume the position of Assistant Superintendent, Solid Waste Facility. For more information on this position, including the required qualications, please refer to the City of Yellowknife’ s web page at: www.yellowknife.ca or contact Human Resources at (867) 920-5659. Submit resumes in condence no later than August 10,2012, quoting competition #902-105M to: Human Resources Division, City of Yellowknife, P.O. Box 580, YK, NT, X1A 2N4; Fax (867) 669-3471 or Email: hr@yellowknife.ca.

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Employment Help Wanted ALPINE TOYOTA Attention Toyota Product Advisors

Alpine Toyota has an immediate opening for a Toyota Product Advisor. Our dealership is situated in Cranbrook B.C., the major business and recreation hub for the entire East Kootenay. We are currently looking for a Product Advisor with a track-record of success who is interested in working in a positive team environment. We offer ongoing training, a generous compensation plan and an engaged group of Team Leaders to help our Product Advisors achieve their goals. For the right applicant, relocation expenses and a guaranteed income will be considered. If you love selling Toyota products and the quality of life that can be found in the East Kootenay’s sounds interesting, please forward your resume in confidence to our Sales Team Leader by email: kdunsire@alpinetoyota or by phone at (250)4894010. If you present the qualities and values we are looking for, we will contact successful applicants for an interview. An Alberta Construction Company is hiring dozer, excavator and labour/rock truck operators. Preference will be given to operators that are experienced in oilfield road and lease construction. Lodging and meals provided. The work is in the vicinity of Edson, Alberta. Alcohol & Drug testing required. Call Contour Construction at 780-723-5051.

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AUTOMATED TANK Manufacturing Inc. is looking for welders. Due to a huge expansion to our plant located in Kitscoty, Alberta, 20km west of Lloydminster. We have openings for 10-3rd year apprentices or journey person welders. We offer best wage in industry. 3rd year apprentice $28$30/hr, Journeyperson $32$35/hr, higher with tank experience. Profit sharing bonus plus manufacturing bonus incentive. Full insurance package 100% paid by company. Good working environment. Join a winning team. Call Basil or Blaine at; (office)780-8462231; (fax)780-846-2241 or send resume to: blaine@autotanks.ca p r o d u c t i o n @ a u t o t a n k s. c a . Keep your feet on the ground in a safe welding environment through inhole manufacturing process. No scaffolding or elevated work platform.

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Houses For Sale Cache Creek: For Sale or Rent 4 bdrm, 2.5 bthrm, new A/C C/V, 6 appl. det garage, new irrigation, 1200/m rent or $230.000 to buy. Call 250.457.9141

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Ashcroft: 1 Bdrm Cabin for single N/S person. F/S included $425.00/m. Please call 250.453.9983

Homes for Rent 16 MILE: 2 bdrm house avail. N/S. 250-457-9921 1 BEDROOM house w. fridge/stove. N/S. $450/mo. 250-453-9983. 3 bedroom house for rent on Tingley st. in Ashcroft, 850.00 plus utilities and security dep. Pets ok. 250-457-3252

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1500 Government Street Renovated 1 & 2 bedroom VIEW SUITES Available immediately Clean, quiet & well maintained. Air conditioning

ATTENTION COLLECTORS 1980 CAMARO, only 50,000 K on punched 305 eng. 3 spd. Needs some body work. For more info. $2800 OBO. 1-250-523-9762. (Logan Lake)

Rent includes heat, hotwater & cable TV (valued at over $100/month)

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2012 ARCTIC FOX 990 CAMPER 10FT FULL WINTER PACKAGE AC FANTASTIC FAN SLIDE TWO AWNING USED 5 TIMES AS NEW WT 3010LBS PD 36900 SACRIFICE SALE 28000.00 250-3980709 250-747-5192

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Cache Creek, 1&2 bdrm apts in Canyon Heights or Ponderosa. Pls Call 250-457-0035 N.Ashcroft: 2 bdrm apartment Avail Sept 1/12 incl heat, w/d, f/s, a/c. Ref/reqd. $675/mo.Call 250-453-2242 days or 250-453-2529 evenings. Riverbend Seniors Community

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Highland Valley Copper

Open House Monday August 6, 2012 Open House Hours: 8:30 am - 3:30 pm We Invite You to Come Celebrate Our 26th Anniversary

The Open House is a family day showcasing many aspects of the mine including five types of tours, many displays and family entertainment • Open to all ages with some age restrictions on various tours • No booking required • Industrial Setting • No OPEN TOES SHOES ON MILL TOUR

Everyone welcome • RIH Foundation Fundraising Games • Uncle Chris the Clown • Big Little Science Center • Informative Displays • Mine Rescue Demonstrations • Mini Olympics • Hot Dogs & Refreshments And So Much More

Hwy 97C Logan Lake For more information call 250-523-3307

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