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Pee Wee Goat Tail Tying. VRR Rodeo Buckle winngers on page 8.
Valley Ridge Riders Rodeo Queen 2012, Brody Tuck, in the Ladies Barrel Racing event. See more photos on page 3.
Rodeo weekend celebrates Canada Day TAMARA HYND Last weekend’s 27th Annual BCRA Bella Coola Rodeo, hosted by the Valley Ridge Riders, was a great way to celebrate Canada’s 145th birthday. Four days of serious competition still left room for plenty of personal touches such as pink spurs, rhinestones, sequins and exquisite detail on cowboy shirts, chaps, saddles, hats and boots. VRR Rodeo Queen Brody
Tuck presented Erik Granander his belt buckle for winning the Businessman’s Cow Ride. He was the only cowboy who managed to ride for a full eight seconds. “My Dad taught me everything I know about Cow Riding,” shared Eric. When first timer Geoff Gericke was asked what possessed him to enter the Businessman’s Cow Riding event, he said, “It was a life long dream to be a cowboy. I was nervous but the guys sur-
rounding the bullpen were helpful. They pumped me up for the ride before the gate opened.” And how did he feel afterwards? “I wanted to do it again right away,” beamed Geoff. An amazing rodeo weekend it was too. On Saturday, the sun came out to warm watchers in the newly constructed bleachers. Heaps of hamburgers were grilled, corn on the cob sold out and ice cream sandwiches were devoured before they
could melt. Tensions were high during the Bull Riding events. On Sunday, one bull would not settle down in the pen to the point the cowboy had to choose another bull to ride. The music raised the anticipation and as the gate doors swung open, the weight and power of the bulls forced everyones attention. It takes a lot of blood, sweat and courage to be a cowboy. The competition was high in the Ladies Barrel racing.
Very skilled riders aggressively made the turns and at times appeared to be flying. The Juniors and Peewees seemed to launch themselves right off their horses as the clock ticked away the time it took for them to finish by tying fluorescent pink ribbon on the goats tails. Many thanks go to the contestants, sponsors, organizers and volunteers who made the Gymkhana, Rodeo, and the impromptu Steer-a-rama and Barrels a success.
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Rodeo competition brought out the cowboys and cowgirls
Marina was all smiles on Rodeo weekend
Tamara Hynd photos
Rachel Chatham displayed her riding skills in Pee Wee Barrel Racing event
Eric Granader won the Businessman's Cow Riding and was the only cowboy to ride a full eight seconds.
Bull Riding brought the crowd cheering volume up.
Team Roping talent
Geoff Gericke looked like a pro in the Businessman's Cow Riding event Saturday.
Jim Smart is joining the Quinton Team at Century 21, Desert Hills Realty, bringing to the Valley one of the largest real estate companies in the world. Jim Smart, REALTOR Vera Robson, Assistant Cell: 250 305 8008 Ph: 250 982 2553 Office: 250 377 3030 Email: info@therealbcsite.com; www.therealbcsite.com
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Calling CCRD Board members Honorable Ida Chong Minister of Community, Sport, and Cultural Development Room 323 Parliament Bldgs Victoria, B.C. V8V 1X4 Dear Minister: We are writing as residents of Bella Coola to express our concern regarding the functioning of our local government the Central Coast Regional district (CCRD). It appears that the board has become paralyzed and dysfunctional, with very poor attendance at meetings by some of the members. As a result there is virtually no local governance. All this is exacerbated by lead administrative staff being Regarding the situation at CCRD, I want to thank Kevin O’Neill and Editor Christina Boucher for bringing forward an issue that is long overdue for public discussion. I believe many citizens in our community are becoming increasingly frustrated and exasperated at the seeming lack of ability of CCRD to deliver even the basics of stable, effective local governance, let alone leadership. I agree wholeheartedly with O’Neill’s point that Director Anderson’s lack of attendance at Board meetings needs to be dealt with. In my opinion, with Director Tallio having attended only 2 of the 5 meetings held since November 2011 elections, (the sixth having been cancelled due to lack of quorum), his record is only marginally better – and is also unacceptable. Sending appointed Alternates to Board meetings does not absolve Directors of the responsibility to do the job they were elected to do - and that is to work diligently
on leave of absence. Although there are legal remedies for the removal of board members who repeatedly fail to attend meetings, this process is likely far too expensive and cumbersome for our small regional district. We are requesting that you ask your ministry staff to look into the current state of the CCRD with a view to seeing if the Ministry can intervene in an appropriate fashion. Sincerely, Ray and Moira McIlwain cc. CCRD cc. Coast Mountain News to deal with the many issues that arise in our community and to make decisions in the public interest, not their own interest. The fact that the CCRD situation at the elected level coexists with escalating instability at the staff level makes the situation even more critical. Whatever the cause, from my reading of monthly Board minutes, precious little has been accomplished at CCRD since the elections last November. Therefore I would go even further than Kevin O’Neill. To Directors Anderson and Tallio, either start doing the job you were elected to do or resign - NOW. To CCRD Board and administration collectively, please get your act together and deal with your issues. We need and deserve better local government than you have delivered thus far in this mandate. Joan Sawicki
Editorial: Regarding CCRD Board meetings TAMARA HYND For those of you who have read the letters to the editor, it may interest you to know all the CCRD meetings are open to the public as are the meeting minutes. The minutes are available at the CCRD website: CRRD-bc.ca or email Wendy Kinsley at info@ccrd-bc.ca. If you do not have access to the internet, you may also call the CCRD office. You can request to be put on the mailing list that is renewed annually in January. The next monthly CCRD Board meeting is scheduled for Thursday, July 12 at 8:30 am. If there is an in-camera session, the public is able to attend once that portion is
completed. Monthly meetings are held every second Thursday of the month. There is no monthly meeting in August or January. If you would like to speak or present material at the Board meeting, the CCRD must receive your request and material, in writing, seven days before the meeting. For example, Thursday, July 5 by 4pm is the deadline for the July 12 Board meeting. The meeting agenda is also posted on the CCRD website and office door the Thursday night or Friday, one week before the meeting. For more information, please contact your local area representative at the CCRD office at info@ ccrd-bc.ca.
This is a copy of a message I sent to my CCRD Representative, Ivan Tallio on June 23rd. It is an issue that has been of expressed concern to valley residents for decades. I have received neither an acknowledgement nor a reply. Hello Ivan, Last fall at an all-candidates meeting, I asked each candidate in attendance, including you, about their position on herbicide and pesticide use in the valley. You stated without hesitation that you were opposed to the use of these products. However, at the June CCRD meeting, your alternate (Archie Pootlass) moved to change this position. The position against herbicide and pesticide use in the valley is also the one taken by a In the last issue of Coast Mountain News, Valley residents learned some deeply disturbing news about the CCRD Board and its lack of accountability to its electoral area residents. Some readers may feel that this is of no concern to them – that it will not affect their daily lives. Some may even appreciate the presence of an “agitator” on the Board. To this I would say, an agitator is one who works for positive change. This is clearly NOT the agenda of Director Anderson, as evidenced by his near total lack of attendance at board meetings. His actions are more characteristic of an obstructionist. While extremely important work essential to the survival of the community goes unattended, (i.e. the failure of the Board to secure funding for the dike upgrade at
previous board (September 8, 2011), after a number of expressions of concern were received from valley residents, as well a review of current scientific studies. The CAO informed the Directors that this policy did in fact exist, but Mr. Pootlass ignored this! (These September 8, 2011 minutes also reference a similar "previous position" which I would be happy to research for you if necessary.) Please see the attachment for the entire motion of September 8, 2011, and Mr. Pootlass' of June 14, 2012. I regard Mr. Pootlass' motion as a betrayal of your public statement last fall. I am further appalled that, as your appointed alternate, he is ignoring previous policy on a matter that was not even published as on the agenda! It was brought up under "BUSINESS
the airport – a virtual lifeline connecting the valley to the outside world, Mr. Anderson instead seems bent on enacting some personal grudge against the Regional District. For those who might feel this does not affect their lives need look no further than the possibility of an airport closure. Do you enjoy visiting family outside the valley? Do you or your loved ones go out on necessary medical appointments? And what about emergency medi-vacs on air ambulance? All of these will potentially be lost to us with a non-functioning disruptive CCRD Board. Say what you like about the previous Board, personalities aside, it was extremely functional when the community most needed it. They helped support the entire valley through
Food for thought I’m sure all us have a collection of “ Wouldn’t it be nice if…” things. Well one of mine would be: Wouldn’t it be nice if both of our local and excellent grocery stores had and maintained in a recognizable manner a special section for local produce.
Respectfully, Susan O'Neill
the frightening fire of 2009, the devastating flood of 2010, and the recurrence of flooding in 2011. They worked tirelessly through the Emergency Operation Centers to help the valley community back on its feet after this unprecedented series of local disasters. And what are we likely to see in the future? Certainly more high water events and flooding. And how will this current Board respond? Who knows – we might not be able to find them at any meetings. Mr. Anderson’s election was the product of apathetic voter turnout; of 135 potential voters in Elector Area A, approximately 60 votes were cast. He won by the miniscule margin of 4 votes. His campaign showed us a glimpse into his character. I personally received an email
A meat-fish section at one with an appropriate sign- the other, a produce section. Places where our sedentary hunter gathers could more easily support our producers of food. Our valley would become a lot more sustainable like it used to be and could be again. Our few local farmers might
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BY ELECTORAL AREA DIRECTOR" which is meant to encompass business that affects only the residents of your Area D. Certainly pesticide and herbicide use is of great concern to ALL valley residents, and therefore it should not have been discussed at all. It can only be regarded as an abuse of power on the part of Mr. Pootlass, who was NOT elected by anyone! I wasn't born here, but I chose to make it my home, and for more than 35 years I have tried to improve life for everyone in this, my community. I strongly oppose the use of chemicals in the valley, which is our shared environment. Please explain what you intend to do about this situation.
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filled with ugly and mean spirited remarks about his opponent. But who can truly say what Mr. Anderson’s platform was, and how he felt about his potential constituency, since he, surprise surprise, snubbed the candidate’s debate, by “not showing”. The question remains, how do we undo this mess? I, for one, advocate for an intelligent and active Board of Governance, attended by representatives who are concerned with the welfare of their neighbours and all Valley residents. What do we do with directors who are not taking their responsibilities seriously? Pass the petition, sign on, and oust them. Dona GraceCampbell
go from surviving to thriving, which is always an improvement to any community. How about it guys? Is it doable? I’m predicting it’ll be common some day. Let’s think about doing this soonest. Allan J. Stewart Keiko Stewart STAFF: Editor: Tamara Hynd
Contributors: Susan O'Neill, Ernest Hall, Dianne Tuck, Jeremy Baillie, Janice Kyle Consultant: Angela Hall
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Introducing new Editor TAMARA HYND I’d like to introduce myself as the temporary Editor of the Coast Mountain News. I acknowledge the Nuxalk Nation for being the traditional keepers of this beautiful valley we call home. I grew up in Smithers and moved to the Bella Coola Valley from the East Kootenay three years ago. Some of you may know me from my role as the Literacy Outreach Coordinator at the New Leaf Learning Centre. Others may have seen me helping out at BCV Arts
Council events. I’m looking forward to the challenge of the steep learning curve of producing an entire
newspaper over the summer. There’s a lot going on in this community. I’d like to remind you
that this is a community newspaper, which means I’d love to hear from you. If you have a story you’d like to share, please call or email me. If you like what you read, please tell your friends. If you don’t like what you read, please tell me. There is a readership of over 800 including Anahim and Nimpo Lake. If you have an upcoming event, the Coast Mountain News is a great way to let people know. New people move into the valley and this is tourist season. Make it easy for them to find you by advertising your events or new services
with times, locations, cost and contact numbers. Because we publish issues every two weeks, the life of your ad tends to be two weeks as people will keep the paper until the next issue is published. As it’s the summer season, I will be featuring a few new columns for your reading pleasure. Know that my opinions are not necessarily shared by Black Press and please take my openness with a healthy grain of salt. I hope you enjoy new columns such as Happy Trails and Single in the Valley. Please realize that my trail descriptions are
estimates and that the terrain here is typically demanding so venture at your own risk. As for Single in the Valley, if I can’t laugh at myself, then I’m taking things too seriously. I would like to publish a fishing column each issue with fishing advice for locals and tourists alike but I can’t do it on my own. I will need help with details as I’m a dabbler with a six weight, six piece fly rod who learned to fish in the lakes of the far north where any good cast was rewarded with a shiny fish. What I want to know is what you’re fishing for,
lure/fly type and location, location, location. Submissions of 200 words or less are welcomed in point form or in full prose. If writing is not your forte, I can mould and edit your fishing knowledge so it can be shared. The same goes for gardening. I’m an enthusiastic amateur and most people in this valley have a talent or trick for yielding tasty crops. Reduce, reuse, recycle. In the spirit of three R’s of recycling: whether you like to cast away, or compost, please contact me. Knowledge is a terrible thing to waste.
JuSt for KiDs raps up TAMARA HYND "Just for Kids" had a party on June 6 at the New Leaf Learning Centre. It was the grand finale of the twenty week after school program for children nine to sixteen years old. The majority of the program was funded by a grant awarded to BCV Literacy NOW from the Central Coast Regional District. The basis was for children to have an opportunity to have fun after school and before dinner practising their literacy skills in a nonclassroom setting. Playing games like Apples to Apples, team building games, creative versions of charades, dress up and skits to practise public speaking all develop essential literacy skills. When asked what their favourite things were the response was overwhelmingly the snacks and journals. Healthy snacks of fruit, vegetables,
rye, or whole wheat bread with organic peanut butter were a huge hit. Pineapple and strawberries were their favourites but even the grape tomatoes and snap peas were finished. Kids admitted they weren’t too sure about the rye bread at first but once they tried it, they loved it. Broccoli was a surprise hit too. We practised our long division skills by dividing each snack by the number of people to know how many pieces we could have, as well as our consideration skills for other children who may come later. We always wanted to make sure we could invite new comers to share a healthy snack with us. The highlights were the journals they decorated with stickers and created collages with collections of cut outs from various magazines that spoke to them. Whether it was pictures of cute baby animals or striking photos of wildlife like
JuSt for KiDs made party hats to celebrate
wolves, eagles, leopards, or women rock climbing, they each had a style of their own. Some wrote stories or descriptions about the photos they pasted into their journals. Others drew original pictures or wrote poems or short stories. It was a proud day when everyone brought their report cards and wrote about what they thought of their accomplishments, improvements or courses they wished were offered. Other topics we wrote about were spring, when the clouds part…, favourite celebrity who could be an artist, musician, athlete or an environmentalist such as David Suzuki. Our final topic I asked them to continue to write about in their journals that they took home with them on the final day was “imagination.” To celebrate, we listened to music while making party hats with neon pipe cleaners, glitter, and feathers. Certificates were awarded for participating, and novels were gifted to each child. We also had
a rare treat of ice cream cake and used our blind strength to break apart the bull piñata. A special thanks to the kids who made every Wednesday afternoon so much fun. So much talent for writing, reading, painting, boat making, human pyramids, acting, reading their literacy creations out loud, impromptu dance routines, and their pure enthusiasm for interesting colours, creations and being active outside and laughing hard. Their imaginations are amazing in their depth, diversity, and colour. Thanks for sharing with me! There will be three programs for children over the summer at the New Leaf Learning Centre starting in July. Niki and Caley Watts are the summer students at the New Leaf Learning Centre and will be facilitating the Music and Arts programs. For more information and to register, please call Niki at the New Leaf Learning Centre at 250-799 -5822.
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The New Leaf Learning Centre celebrates 3 Year Anniversary JANICE KYLE Friends and supporters gathered to celebrate with lively chat and cake. We wish to thank everyone who came out and to the many who attend classes and our computer drop-ins. This spring our largest group was comprised of seniors learning to use the computer. A great way to keep this brain cells active and firing! Congratulations to Marg Mackay who won a donated computer- thank you Tweedsmuir Travel! The New Leaf Learning Centre is funded by the
Bella Coola Valley Learning Society’s Community Adult Literacy Program (CALP), Decoda Literacy Solutions and WLDCU. Thank you to the Literacy Now Task Group – School District 49, Acwsalcta School, Healthy Beginnings and CALP for taking the time to work together sharing literacy concerns and programs in the community. Volunteers help to keep the doors open so thank you to the many tutors who support learners of all ages. L’ipalhyc students have met many times this spring. They learned new tutoring skills that helped them assist the Homework Club at Acwsalcta School. Thanks to the Bella Coola
Valley Learning Society Board for supporting the staff and programs throughout the years! The New Leaf Learning Centre will be offering some exciting new programs this summer. “Music Fun” for 6 - 8 year olds and for 9 -12 year olds. “Young at Art” will offer art projects in a workshop style for ages 11-15 years. “New Roots” for girls ages 9 - 13 years to build confidence and self-esteem through crafts and activities. Arts & Crafts for two age groups 6 - 8 and 9 - 12 years will be offered. Please call to register, as class size is limited. Pick up a flyer or call 250 799-5822 for more information.
Discovery Coast Music Festival July 20-22 SUSAN O’NEILL
The Woodshed Orchestra--a bowlful of New Orleans, a spoon of Tom Waits, a dose of Sly Stone, a bone of Leonard Cohen, a hit of Al Green...
BCV Farmer’s Market every Sunday
DIANNE TUCK EDITOR’S COMMENTS If you haven’t been to the BCV Farmers’ Market yet this summer, it’s open every Sunday from 10am to 1pm beside Lobelco Hall until September
30. It is full of yummy baking, preserves, jewelry, quilting and fresh local produce. How did this get started? The Bella Coola Farmers’ Institute, Incorporated in 1914, under the direction of Bill Harestad,
President, held the first public meeting on November 29, 1993 to establish the Bella Coola Valley Farmer’s Market. June of 1994 was the first market. The purpose for the Market was to expand support of locally grown fresh vegetables and fruits, valley made crafts, continue agricultural education, and ensure the viability of future valley agricultural production. Regular community vendors are Connie Nygaard, June Vosburgh, Judy Ratcliff, Brenda and Keath Smart, Terry Diehl, Leslie Harestad, Wilma Hallam, Lucille Thompson, and Keiko Stewart. To meet the demand for more fresh vegetables and fruits at our Market, the ‘Community Table’ has been established by June Vosburgh. For gardeners who wish to
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sell the small amounts of extra produce they may have at this table, please contact June at 250-982-2270, or Dianne at 250-7995681. Dayna Chapman of the Bella Coola Valley Sustainable Agriculture Society has been collaborating with our Institute members to further enhance the agricultural industry of the valley. A major achievement for Dayna, was the acquiring of Provincially Licensed Class D and E Operators, Pursuant to the British Columbia Meat Inspection Regulations, in the valley. For Beef: Dick Blewett, Ed Thiessen, Beau Mecham, Randy Svisdahl, Maurice Tuck, and Dianne Tuck. For Poultry: Dave Henry, and Nicola Koroluk. For Sheep: Alison Sayers. David Brown is raising pork on a commercial basis. Dayna was also instrumental in establishing the Bella Coola CSA Boxes, being operated by Corine Singfield. Please support your local gardeners and farmers!
The 13th annual Discovery Coast Music Festival is only two weeks away, on July 20-22. This muchanticipated, familyfriendly, multicultural event again features awardwinning performers from across the country and our own region. Start tapping your feet at a free, noon-hour, outdoor concert on
Friday, and dance that evening to another freebie at the Valley Inn Pub. On Saturday morning, savour a free breakfast on the festival site and get your pick of spots for the weekend before the music starts. And what a line-up we have for you this year: our biggest ever features Treehouse TV’s Bobs & LoLo, rising pop stars Carmen & Camille, plus hilarious comedy, African
gospel, Middle Eastern electronic rock, blues, reggae funk, storytelling, acoustic guitar, and – well, you’ll just have to be there to hear it all! Advance tickets are on sale at Kopas Store, Moore’s Market, and Hagensborg ShopEasy only until Saturday, July 14. Children 12 & under are FREE! Check it all out here --www. bellacoolamusic.org
Single in the Valley - Vol 1 TAMARA HYND As I sit in the South Terminal of YVR airport, I’m in another type of no man’s land, between flights from Bella Coola to Vancouver to Comox. I’m about to meet a man, Reeve, for the first time. We met online a few weeks ago. Spoke on the phone a few times and skyped once. Now I’m sitting here waiting. I feel like a lamb waiting for the slaughter. On the other hand, I could be a leprechaun on the track of a rainbow with a pot of gold at the end. There’s only one way to find out. Meeting the right guy for me hasn’t been the easiest feat in Bella Coola. An adventure, yes; successful, no. I’m not the typical gambling type with money but when it comes to outdoor pursuits, jobs, or love, I’ve been known for my “I won’t know ‘til I try” attitude. Once my adventurous attiude got me my dream job firefighting in Patagonia, Argentina. Another time, it found me listening across the table from a RCMP officer who told me my newly ex had been charged with drug trafficking. Let’s just say I’m glad I never mentioned that guy to my parents.
Yet here I sit. I don’t know what waits before me. I’m optimistic. Kind of have to be. When I suggested to a girlfriend that maybe I was single because I was too picky, she responded with, “You’re not picky enough.” My boarding time is arriving and some random guy just came up to ask me my name and gave me his number. Maybe this online dating is working in a roundabout way after all. I’ve done this before. Met a guy for a weekend of fly fishing at Horse Fly Lake, captured the heart of a emotionally and mentally unstable walking conflict, been whisked off to Quadra Island, hiked in a snowstorm at Strathcona Park, had a ski vacation at Whistler for New Years and spent Valentine’s skiing at Mt. Washington. One even volunteered to clean my espresso machine and it works like a charm again. I’ve made some good friends and I’ve met some doozies dating since coming to Bella Coola. It’s never dull. What type of freak show is Reeve going to turn out to be? It’s time to board the plane and roll the dice.
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Arts Council Visual Arts Show ERNEST HALL
The visual arts are “very much alive” in the Bella Coola Valley, says long-time resident and painter Lucille Thompson. “And last night proves it!” She was referring to the June 22 Opening Reception of artists and their friends launching the 2012 Visual Arts Show presented by the Bella Coola Valley Arts Council. The show featured 45 works by 17 artists, ranging in price from a $30 fused glass suncatcher to a $1,200 portrait of a grizzly bear. Also showcased were eight pieces by four Nuxalk artists, including a carving. There was one new painting by Chazz Mack and Clark Hans' moose hide drum depicting four stylized eagles and two
bears symmetrically wrapped around the face of a human during its transformation into an eagle. Lucille has been involved in the Bella Coola arts scene for decades and has become a highly accomplished painter in both oil and acrylic since first putting brush to palette 15 years ago. Despite her long-term love of the arts she says she is “just beginning to realize how many artists there are in the Valley,” and how many “layers of art” they represent – expressionism, realism, fun art and computer art among them. “Bella Coola is becoming a community of artists,” says Lucille, a key member of the Group of Seven Plus – an informal group that regularly paints
Jill Macbeth’s (Hall) painting “Spring Beginnings“ was purchased for the BCV Arts Council’s permanent collection.
together and puts on an annual show (this year’s was in midJune). Lucille notes that the Arts Council was instrumental in encouraging her and other fledgling artists to pursue their art. The recent Arts Council show, in which two artists showed their work publicly for the first time, is an example of this showcasing/ nurturing purpose. One of them, who began painting only recently upon his retirement, entered three pieces in three different media: oil, acrylic, and pastel – each of them drawing much acclaim for the artistry and technical skill evidenced. The other, Jill Macbeth (Hall) entered two watercolours, one of which was purchased by the Council for its Permanent Collection.
Arts Council VicePresident Tamara Hynd, who made the announcement at the June 22 reception, said it was “wonderful to see the surprise on Jill’s face: A woman who has been doing art all her life to have such recognition at her first public showing of her painting.” Jill has worked primarily in clay and glass for several decades and has painted only intermittently over the years. Despite financial difficulties in recent years resulting from cuts in government funding support, the Arts Council is “healthy”, according to Lucille Thompson, who manages the Art House in Hagensborg – an invaluable contribution to the arts by School District #49. Lucille is optimistic about the arts in the
valley. She notes that two privately operated galleries have opened in the past year, one in Hagensborg and the other on the townsite, and these establishments are cooperating with the Arts Council. (Indeed, operators of these galleries were recently elected to the Council’s executive, and cooperative events are being planned.) The Council’s new president, Kathleen Booth, an artist herself and whose background includes extensive experience in community work, marketing, and communications, is looking forward to the task of improving the sustainability of the Arts Council and strengthening the links among the many artists and groups that make the valley a vibrant community.
Weekend fun beckons at family-friendly campsites PRESS RELEASE: MINISTRY OF ENVIRONMENT, VICTORIA JUNE 29, 2012 With kids out of school for the summer, it's time to go camping and when it comes to camping, more campers choose Golden Ears over any other provincial park in B.C., but with 155 parks to choose from, there's a lot more to explore, announced Environment Minister Terry Lake today. "I have many fond memories of family camping at B.C.'s provincial parks," said Lake. "There's nothing better than setting up camp in one of B.C.'s spectacular parks to help you reconnect as a family." It will come as no surprise that the Lower Mainland, Okanagan and Vancouver Island provincial parks are the busiest as they are in the most populated areas of the province. In 2010-11, provincial parks in these three regions attracted 1,345,934 campers approximately 57 per cent of all campers in BC Parks.
Also, results show that campers clearly favour Golden Ears: 1. Golden Ears in the Lower Mainland 96,563 2. Rathtrevor Beach on Vancouver Island - 78,739 3. Cultus Lake near Chilliwack - 74,164 4. Shuswap Lake Park in the ThompsonShuswap - 70,371 Spectacular parks are just another day at the "office" for B.C.'s park rangers who have the enviable task of patrolling provincial parks. Park rangers reveal their favourite familyfriendly camping spots in these staff picks: * Rod Dalziel recommends Tyhee Lake Provincial Park: "With a 1 1/2 year old in my life, the convenience of this campground is very attractive. It offers all the facilities you need including flush toilets and showers, a beautiful beach area for swimming, picnic shelter and playground." * Katie Lemire recommends Niskonlith Lake Provincial Park in the hills near Chase: "It's a small rustic campground with only 29 sites but that is part of the charm. All the
sites are on the water's edge with fantastic views - swimming and fishing are favourite pastimes." * Andrew Letts recommends Purden Lake Provincial Park, east of Prince George: "A variety of short hiking trails take you throughout the campground, to the end of the lake and through the day use area. Children can play at the playground, build sandcastles at the beach or ride their bikes, and everyone who loves the sport of geo-caching, take note - Purden Lake is home to several." * Andy Macdonald recommends Rathtrevor Provincial Park near Parksville: "As a father with two very energetic young boys Rathtrevor Beach is an ideal location for family camping. Time can be spent beachcombing, building sandcastles, swimming, wading, skim boarding and dozens of other activities to keep them busy all day." These are just a few examples of provincial parks available to campers. With many more to choose
from, there are parks in all regions of the province near rivers, lakes, and the ocean with varying degrees of amenities and locales. For those that like to plan ahead, Discover Camping provides information on the availability and amenities at more than 125 reservable campgrounds, including group sites, in 94 provincial parks throughout B.C. It's important to note that not all campsites are reservable, even in parks that have reservable campgrounds online. Many provincial parks have first-come, first-served campsites available and it's a common practice in parks outside of highly populated areas. Share your favourite camping spot with us on BC Parks' Facebook page: www.facebook. com/YourBCParks Learn More: * For more information about B.C.'s provincial parks, visit: www. bcparks.ca * Reserve your BC Parks camping spot at: www. DiscoverCamping. ca * Learn to Fish
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massive flood Bella Coola residents - certainly the defining moment ‘Operation Santa’ of delivers some Christ mas cheer to flood In addition to the affected families Ministry of Transportatio Associates donated n’s generos$4,000 Michael Wigle
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to ity, other BCGEU A joint effort by the Flood Relief at the Williams employees Bank account Lake hospital agencies resulted numerous from various provincial to be used for firewood, also sent local householders in an early minisfurnace Beeline gifts to the valley via Christmas for many tries including fuel and hay. October through in from mid Courier. the Corrections November last fall’s tremendousvictims of Branch, Client Many people purchased and December. Earlier that week Services Branch, flood. The first group Michel At the Ministry specific items that Ministry of Environment Bazille (CEO of to arrive was a the Bella Coola families had six-person , Transportation of Ministry of Forests indicated their Hospital), and and children would and Range, some of the hos- crew from the Mennonite Infrastructure office Ministry of Agriculture appreciate including pital Disaster Service. and bikes, hel- that staff delivered gift blankets Hosed at Lake, Leanna Illinickiin Williams Lands, and the the Community had been donated Integrated Land mets, skates, board games and and Church in Loreen Russell Management Bureau clothing. affected households, to flood Hagensborg these organized men helped which had fourteen project that substituted a part in the project, took been donated by Leanna loaded householders with as did their Vancouver usual staff gift exchange their union. trucks with the two pick-up Coastal Health cleanup and reconstructio gifts employees in in favour of buying n ered them to Bella and delivInterior Roads, Vancouver. during the nine gifts for floodDawson days affected families. Construction, Triton volunteers used Coola where were in the valley. that they The Bella Coola the Mormon Flood Environmental Church Hall to Restoration Committee In mid-Novemb and Binnie organize and er volundistribute them. also able to organize was Employees SEE MANY unteer work crews two volON PAGE 3 that assisted
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2012 Valley Ridge Riders Rodeo Buckle Winners & Sponsors Bareback Bronc - Jared Marshall (Hagensborg Mercantile; Kopas
SUBMITTED BY SAMS PRINCIPAL JEREMY BAILLIE
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Saddle Bronc - Garrett Madley (A&A Trading; Endicott Family) Steer Wrestling – Riliey Isnardy (Kar-Kor Towing; Lower Dean River Lodge) Tie Down Roping - Clayton Honeybourn (Belco Service; WBC Contracting; Bella Coola Back Hoe)
Ladies Barrel Racing - Susanne Hutnyk (Frontier Resource Management; Columbia Fuels; Coast Mountain Guest House)
SAMS students graduating grade 7 will enter high school in September. The following students pictures were unavailable: Taija Edgar Jamie Hans
#8 Team Roping - Kristin Bell & Riley Isnardy/ Gary Nicholson & Casey Whittet (Bella Coola Co-op; Thunderbird Grocery) Open Team Roping - Riley & Carey Isnardy (Bella Coola Air; Monarch Resources; Redline Falling)
Break Away Roping - Kristin Bell (Les’s Welding; Shelton Contracting; Moore’s Market; Elamar Enterprises) Bull Riding - Justin Williams (Tru Value Hardware) Ladies Goat Tying - Norma MacDonald (Diesel Cowboy Transport; Bella Coola Storage; D. Nygaard & Son)
Jr. Break Away Roping - Dustin Spiers/ BJ Isnardy (Bella Coola Mountain Lodge)
Jr. Steer Riding – Wendel William/ KC Spiers Jr. Barrel Racing -Mariah Mannering/ Brittney McIntyre (Barry’s Automotive; Bittner Contracting) Jr. Pole Bending - Jennifer Schuk (Barton Insurance)
Jr. Goat Tying - Jennifer Schuk (Lower Dean River Lodge) Pee Wee Barrel Racing - Tyler Cherry (Barry’s Automotive) Pee Wee Polebending - Dyson LeNeve/ Tyler Cherry (Bella Coola Mountain Lodge)
Pee Wee Goat Tail Tying - Tyler Cherry (Suntree Guest Cottages; Klonik Contracting)
All Around Junior Cowgirl - Jennifer Schuk (Williams Lake and District Credit Union)
All Around Pee Wee - Tyler Cherry (Valley Ridge Riders) Gymkhana: PeeWee - Chase Kohorst; Intm. - Tyler Cherry; Jr. Sarah Mack; Open - Alyson Schuk (Valley Ridge Riders)
Board to audit forestry operations in Central Coast NEWS RELEASE JUNE 18, 2012 FOREST PRACTICES BOARD VICTORIA - The board will audit the forest practices of International Forest Products Ltd. Forest Licenses A16850 and A82001, starting June 25, 2012. The audit will examine operational planning, harvesting, roads, silviculture, fire preparedness and hazard abatement for compliance with forest practices legislation. The audit area extends north from Cape Caution to Price Island (centred about
160 kilometres north of Port Hardy). Communities in the audit area include Bella Bella and Bella Coola. These forest licenses are within the area covered by the South Central Coast and Central North Coast Orders and the audit will look at compliance with the ecosystembased management requirements of these orders. Once the audit work is completed, a report will be prepared, and any party that may be adversely affected by the audit findings will have a chance to respond. The board's
final report and recommendations will then be released to the public and government. The Forest Practices Board is B.C.'s independent watchdog for sound forest and range practices, reporting its findings and recommendations directly to the public and government. The board audits forest and range practices on public land, as well as appropriateness of government enforcement. More information can be obtained by contacting: Helen Davies, Communications Forest Practices Board Phone: 250 213-4708 / 1 800 994-5899
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Leon Barnett, Realtor 32 Years in the Valley 14 Combined Years in Real Estate Over 50 Properties Sold in Bella Coola Office
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massive flood Bella Coola residents - certainly the defining moment ‘Operation Santa’ of delivers some Christm SUBMITTED BY as cheer to flood COLEEN FRASER In addition to the affected families Ministry of Transportatio Associates donated n’s $4,000 to ity, other BCGEU generosA joint effort by the Flood Relief at the Williams numerous employees Bank
Michael Wigle photo
Lake hospital account agencies resulted from various provincial to be used for firewood, also sent local householders in an early minisfurnace Beeline gifts to the valley via Christmas for many tries including fuel and hay. October through in from mid Courier. the Corrections November last fall’s tremendousvictims of Branch, Client Many people purchased and December. Earlier that week Services Branch, flood. The first group Michel At the Ministry specific items that Ministry of Environment, Bazille (CEO of to arrive was a the Bella Coola families had six-person Transportation of Ministry of Forests indicated their Hospital), and crew from the Mennonite and children would and Range, some Infrastructure office Ministry of Agriculture appreciate including pital staff delivered of the hos- Disaster Service. and gift blankets Hosed at Lake, Leanna Illinickiin Williams Lands, and the mets, skates, board bikes, hel- that had been the Community Integrated Land and donated games and Church in Loreen Russell Management Bureau clothing. affected households, to flood Hagensborg these organized men helped which had fourteen project that substituted a part in the project, took been donated by Leanna loaded householders with as did their two pick-up Vancouver usual staff gift exchange their union. trucks with the Coastal Health cleanup and reconstruction gifts employees in in favour of buying ered them to Bella and delivInterior Roads, Vancouver. during gifts for floodthe nine days Dawson affected families. Construction, Triton volunteers used Coola where were in the valley. that they The Bella Coola the Mormon Flood Environmental Church Hall to Restoration Committee In mid-Novembe and Binnie organize and r volunwas distribute them. also able to organize Employees two SEE volMANY ON PAGE unteer work crews 3 that assisted
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GREAT NEIGHBORHOOD 105 GIBBON ROAD 4bdr., 2 bath, laundry, ofďŹ ce, large master bdr., large kitchen includes 6 app. Large rec room. Carport, RV parking. 1/2 acre fenced view lot, adj. Crown Land. $257,000. (250)392-7620 (message) or (250) 398-0772 cell.
GREAT STARTER OR INVESTMENT! 4 bedroom, 2 bath mobile with additions in town. On its own lot. Drive by 935 Larch Street and have a look. You won’t be disappointed. $79,000. ($9,000 below Gov’t appraisal. Phone (250) 296-3679
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Cars - Sports & Imports 1986 Dodge Lancer 4 door hatchback. 2.2 turbo, auto, 160,000 km’s. Runs good. Will need new brake line. $750. Will consider anything as trade! 250-267-9545 bigbenscolt@gmail.com
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MUST BE SEEN TO BE APPRECIATED! 759 WINGER RD. Large home on 2.74 acres backing on crown land, 5 minutes from town, view. New kitchen and laundry room. See Property Guys.com #69266 $399,000. Phone (250)398-6266
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2008 Colorado 5th Wheel 32ft., 3 slides, winter package, a/c, furnace, BI vac, full bath, queen bed, awning. In excellent shape, less than 1,000km. $32,500.
1992 Chev P/U 4x4 1 ton. Crewcab, 5.7 litre V8, 254,000 kms. Am/fm CD. Good running order $4500 OBO. 250-3927677
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2001 Dodge Ram 2500 4x4 P/U. 230,000 kms. 360 Magnum V8, 5 speed, am/fm cassette, A/C. New clutch, well maintained. $4500 OBO. 250392-7677
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248 N. 5th Ave. 2 or 3 bdrm, main oor approx 1000 sq. ft. 4 pc. bath, hardwood, lino, laminate, water softener, alarm. Basement with 1 bdrm, kitchen space, living room, 3 pc. bath. Fenced backyard, underground sprinklers, single garage, paved driveway. Call 250398-5328
Lakeshore LAKEFRONT FOR SALE 0.86 acre south facing lot with cleared lakefront area to build your cabin, on Emerald Island on Lac La Hache. The island has a perimeter hiking trail and two pebble stone beaches to enjoy. It’s a 5 minute boat ride from the public boat launch, and is within cell-phone range. Comes with an 8x20 barge complete with side-rails and a transom. $77,000. with optional unbuilt 708 sq. ft. premanufactured Norpine cabin with loft (unbuilt & tarped) for an extra $17,500. (worth $35,000. new) serious enquiries only please. robj10@hotmail.com Phone (250) 305-4703.
1990 Ford F250 4X4 P/U. 5.8 litre V8, 122,000 kms, am/fm cassette, A/C, dual fuel tanks. Good running order. $2500. 250-392-7677
Boats 1995 26.55 Bayliner-Cierra. 5.7 Mercury inboard/outboard. Comes with 9.9 Mariner and steering arm. GPS/depth sounder, elec. down rigger, dual battery system, anchor and much more. Shorelander galvanized tandem trailer. $24,500 OBO. 250-2676001
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Coast Mountain News Thursday, July 5, 2012
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BIGGER THAN EVER
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Go further 2012 FORD F150 SUPER CREW XLT 4X4 157” Box
MSRP
$43,309
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2012 FORD ESCAPE XLT 4WD
MSRP
$34,449
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2012 FORD F350 SUPER DUTY KING RANCH Crew Cab 4X4 Lariat Diesel, Fully Loaded 2T039
2T125
$31,547
MSRP
$83,399
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2012 FORD FIESTA SE 2T095
$27,692
5 door hatchback, 1.6L auto., winter pkg. 2C032
MSRP
$20,474
EMPLOYEE PRICING
$17,336
2012 FORD 150 SUPER CAB 4X2 STX
2T144
Auto
DEMO
$68,139
MSRP
$31,899
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2013 FORD ESCAPE SEL 4WD Leather interior,
auto, 2.0 L eco boost, power panorama roof, my ford touch with navigation 3T046
MSRP
$37,999
EMPLOYEE PRICING
$34,371
On approved credit, price does not include applicable taxes, insurance and fees. See dealer for more details.
Kimberley Hebert
Don Vallerga
Commercial Account Manager
Bevan Koch
$23,145
2012 FORD TAURUS AWD SEL
Leather, sunroof, reverse sensor system plus 2C020
MSRP
$41,749
EMPLOYEE PRICING
$34,692