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When a Surrey man vacationing in Sun Peaks became the victim of a thief, he became a digital detective, scouring the web in an effort that led to the return of his $7,000 snowmobile and the arrest of two people believed to have stolen it. Kamloops Rural RCMP say the man was on holidays at the ski resort 45 minutes northeast of Kamloops and had enjoyed an afternoon of snowmobiling on Jan. 3. He had left on his trailer another machine, a 2009 Skidoo Summit

XP, valued at $7,000. When he returned from his snowmobile outing, the skidoo and trailer he had left behind were gone. The trailer was found days later on a back road in nearby Louis Creek. The victim decided to check several online sales sites and came across his Summit being sold on kijiji.com for half its value. The owner started an email conversation with the seller and, at the same time, contacted police. He eventually arranged to meet

the seller in Nakusp to buy the Summit. The seller said he was a two-hour drive away. Kamloops Rural Mounties, working with their counterparts in the Nakusp and Slocan Valley detachments, went to work, creating a plan to intercept the delivery. On Wednesday, Jan. 9, officers from the two RCMP Kootenay detachments stopped a Honda CRV with two Kamloops residents inside — a 30-year-old man and a 31-year-old woman. The pair was hauling the stolen Skidoo Summit XP on a trailer that

may also have been stolen. The couple claimed they had bought the machine a week earlier in Sun Peaks for 25 per cent of its value, a story that raised the eyebrows of Mounties. Why? Well, it turns out the man driving the Honda that was hauling the stolen Skidoo is the same man who, a week earlier, had tried to sell skis stolen from Sun Peaks in late December. The owner of the skis told police, who set up a meeting with the man in a parking lot in Kelowna

and seized the skis, as well as two laptop computers. The man remains under investigation for that incident and declined to comment on the similarities of his sale of stolen skis via kijiji the week earlier, the sale of a stolen snow machine on the same website and the use of stolen licence plates on his Honda. He is scheduled to appear in provincial court in Nakusp. Police say the man was using an iPhone application to access a different gmail account each time he was selling items on kijiji.

K2, CMH and Poor Boyz film ‘ski porn’ around Nakusp Claire paradis Arrow Lakes News

The sound of helicopters was heard again around Nakusp, but during the last week the whirlybirds were carrying a crew of filmmakers and pro skiers out to capture some hot ski action on the local mountains. A huge dump of snow followed by cold, clear skies made for ideal conditions to film what CMH marketing manager John Entwhistle called “ski porn.” Like any filming, there was a lot of time preparing for action, with little actual skiing being done. The non-stop action seen on the screen is a trick of editing, like any movie, x-rated or otherwise. “We spent lots of time setting up,” said Entwhistle, “the terrain we’re working with here is phenomenal, lots of short steep drops with trees. It’s one of the better places in the world.” Poor Boyz, a ski film company from Redondo Beach, California, was hired to create movies that show off the skills of the K2 athletes and the terrain around CMH ski lodges. Three movies will come out of the process, with each partner getting a film for what they

need. CMH will get a film to take on promo tour in the fall, K2 will have their athletes captured in some great footage to take to events, and Poor Boyz will also have a film they can make part of film festivals. Five days spent out on the mountains around Nakusp after a massive snow fall followed by cold, clear conditions made for ideal conditions, said Entwhistle, who served as project manager for the filming and generally focuses on the CMH partnership with K2. Wanting to focus on the K2 CMH Rotor Lodge as part of K2 culture, the film also highlights the skiing available around the lodge, which is unique within CMH terrain. “The skiing that’s here is one of the best hidden secrets of CMH,” Entwhistle explained. The steep tree skiing on the slopes around the lodge is special and different, something Entwhistle believes the films will help promote. A small crew of athletes, videographers, photographers and guides were up and at ‘em from sunrise to an hour before sunset. A lot of the time on the mountains was spent finding natural features to ski. “We were playing on a lot of

natural stuff,” said Entwhistle, who added that the team didn’t build anything, the focus was on highlighting what is already there. “What is there is so great.” The legend of the great powder skiing around here is still on the downlow, something the CMH marketing pro is hoping to change. “The Kootenays have been a mythical thing,” said Entwhistle. “Access is an issue, but people are discovering how great it is.” Pro skier Andy Mahre popped into the lounge at the K2 CMH Rotor Lodge with coffee in hand for a fireside chat. He agreed that the slopes around the lodge were different from the usual CMH offerings. “Every place is different. CMH generally has bigger terrain with fewer trees,” said Mahre, who was more philosophical about the skiing. “The best skiing is wherever you are at the time.” Filming is a mixed bag for Mahre. “It’s fun, and kind of sucks, actually,” he told the Arrow Lakes News. A skier through and through, Mahre found the hurryup-and-wait pace of filming days a bit challenging. “It’s not like you’re just helisking,” said the pro, “It can be stressful. You know, you’ve got

Pro skiers Pep Fujas, left, and Andy Mahre will be in Nakusp for more hot film action in February. Claire Paradis/Arrow Lakes News this blue bird day and you’re ready to go, but you have to wait five, ten minutes; you can get a case of nerves. You’re not free just to go ski.” Mahre smiled and demurred that it wasn’t all that bad, having been able to turn skiing into a job, and that it was very different than a 9-to-5 job. Over the course of conversation, the pro skier settled deeper into the comfy wing back chair, relaxing maybe a little too much before his drive up to the CMH Gothics lodge north of Revelstoke. “I am a bit tired,” agreed Mahre when asked. He and the other skiers

had spent the previous night socializing over drinks and had ended up carrying the party over to the Leland. “I love the Leland,” the skier said, flashing a grin. Although he used to watch ski movies, Mahre doesn’t really watch them much any more, including his own. “Eventually I’ll see ‘em,” he said about his ski movies and ski movies in general: “They’re fun to watch, but they’re becoming repetitive. It’s not the same as ten years ago when I first watched them.” Sounds like even ski porn can get a little tired.

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Young Vernon man dies of unknown causes in Edgewood Claire paradis Arrow Lakes News

The death of a 26-year-old man in Edgewood on Jan. 4 is not being considered suspicious by police at this time. In the early morning hours of Jan. 4, Dustin Wheeler’s friend found him “in distress,” according to RCMP, and called 911. Despite the best efforts of bystanders and paramedic, Wheeler, from Vernon, B.C., passed away before Nakusp RCMP arrived on scene. An autopsy will be done to

determine the cause of death, and if the results are suspicious, the RCMP will investigate, said staff Sergeant Dan Seibel. “Police always respond to attend sudden deaths unless they’re in hospitals,” said Seibel. Wheeler’s next of kin in Penticton have been notified. While on-scene at the cabin in rural Edgewood where Wheeler was staying, RCMP noticed the familiar smell of marihuana and discovered a grow op. Two hundred and twenty-one mature plants were seized and the grow op dismantled.

It’s not an uncommon occurrence for police to find grow ops in the course of other work, said Seibel. No charges are being laid at this time, he said, but the investigation is ongoing. Police are also looking for more information about Wheeler’s activities during the days leading up to his death. If anyone has any information, the Nakusp RCMP would like to hear from them and can be reached at the detachment (250265-3677) or via Crimestoppers (1-800-222-8477).

More impaired driving and possession charges given out in 2012 Claire paradis Arrow Lakes News

The West Kootenay Traffic Services recently released their statistics for 2012, which reveal a decline in fatalities, but increases in other drivingrelated offences. In 2012, there were six deaths on the highways in the West Kootenays, half the number in 2011. In the combined West Kootenay region for all RCMP detachments, there were 260 drug seizures, ninety-seven 24-hour or three-day immediate roadside prohibitions were given out in alcohol-related stops, and 60

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ing charges were doled out in 2012. The excessive speed law that came into effect in the fall of 2010 has meant 37 people had their cars seized for seven days last year as well. Traveling 40 km/h or more over the posted limit will put your vehicle in car jail for a week the first time, 30 days the second and 60 days for subsequent offences within two years. Donovan gave these words of advice for drivers: “Slow down, do not drink alcohol and drive, and fasten your seatbelt.”

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impaired drivers were either charged or issued a 90-day prohibition. “One trend we are seeing is more drug impaired drivers,” said Seargent Derrick Donovan of the West Kootenay Traffic Services, “either through illegal or over-prescribed prescriptions.” Twenty-five 24-hour suspensions for drugs and 11 impaired drivers were charged for being under the influence of drugs. People driving while distracted or without their seatbelts on is still prevalent, said Donovan. Just over 1,000 seatbelt tickets and 250 distracted driv-

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All students in Grade 4 and 7 who are able to are expected to write tests of literacy and math skills this month, but changes will be considered for future years, B.C. Education Minister Don McRae says. Long opposed by the B.C. Teachers’ Federation, the Foundation Skills Assessment tests are being administered in public schools across B.C. The issue is sure to be debated in this spring’s provincial election, as the NDP campaigns to scrap universal testing and look for a new way to evaluate student performance. McRae said Wednesday there will be no change to the program this school year, with students only excused due to family emergency, illness or other circumstances beyond the control of the student. But he said he is open to discussing the program with the BCTF, school administrators and parents for years ahead. “Any time we have a form of assessment, I think it’s really

important that after you give it, if you’re going to give it again, you continually look at it to see if it can be done better or more efficiently, and meet the needs of the students, the parents and the educational system,” McRae said. NDP education critic Robin Austin said work is underway with education experts to refine the party’s position on skills testing. If the NDP forms a government in May’s election, the plan is to replace province-wide tests with a random sample of students, and develop a new program later. Austin said one of the problems with FSA testing is the annual controversy over the Fraser Institute school rankings based on test scores. The rankings are intended to help parents track their local school performance over time, but media attention typically focuses on comparing schools in rich neighbourhoods and poor ones. The BCTF continues to urge parents to bend the rules and pull their children out of the testing program. A letter to parents on

the BCTF website argues that FSA tests are expensive, time consuming and “results are misused to rank schools and promote privatization.” McRae said FSA test results for all students have played a role in identifying students who need extra help, and can also help administrators spot performance problems in their schools. But he agreed with Austin that it would not be appropriate to use FSA tests alone to evaluate teacher performance. As a former teacher, McRae said one of his concerns about FSA is the timing. If they are going to continue to be used, the tests should be administered in the fall so teachers and parents have the results in time to work with students later in the school year, he said. Mary Ellen Turpel-Lafond, B.C.’s Representative for Children and Youth, has expressed concerns about doing away with universal tests, because they can help schools improve results for aboriginal students.

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Visionary leader retires from CBT Board Contributedby Rachel Lucas, CBT

Columbia Basin Trust (CBT) thanks and extends its best wishes to Garry Merkel, the outgoing Chair of its Board of Directors. From Kimberley, Merkel was instrumental in the formation of CBT, first as part of the committee that negotiated with the Province of BC for the establishment of CBT, and then as a founding member of CBT’s Board. He served as Vice-Chair from 1995 to 2006, then Chair from 2006 to 2012. “On behalf of CBT’s Board and staff, I would like to thank Garry and acknowledge his many contributions; his input and leadership over the course of 18 years has been invaluable,” said Greg Deck, CBT’s new Board Chair. “Gar-

ry’s impact on CBT—and through CBT, on the Columbia Basin—cannot be overemphasized.” Deck, from Radium Hot Springs, is replacing Merkel as Chair. He has been on the Board since CBT’s inception in 1995, serving as Vice-Chair from 2008 to the end of 2012. Nakusp’s Laurie Page, who joined the Board in January 2012, is taking over as ViceChair. “Greg helped found CBT and throughout the years has provided expert guidance and leadership to CBT, as well as to other local governments and organizations,” said Merkel. “In Laurie’s year with us, she has provided significant direction to the Board and has stood out through her outstanding efforts as a community vol-

unteer. I also welcome Rick Jensen to the Board, and am pleased I can leave the governance of CBT in such capable hands.” Jensen joins the Board from Cranbrook, where he is President and CEO of Panorama Mountain Village, the Board Chair of New Dawn Developments, a director of New Dawn Restorations and President of the Canadian Institute of Excellence. Other Board members include Denise Birdstone (Ktunaxa Nation Council), Wendy Booth (Fairmont Hot Springs), Kim Deane (Rossland), Gord DeRosa (Trail), Cindy Gallinger (Elkford), Am Naqvi (Nelson), Andru McCracken (Valemount), Paul Peterson (Burton) and David Raven (Revelstoke).

CBT’s 12-member Board consists of qualified individuals appointed by the provincial government: six from among the nominees of the five regional districts and the Ktunaxa Nation Council and six others. All directors must be residents of the Basin. The Board meets six times a year in communities around the Basin. The public is invited to attend in order to meet the directors and ask questions about the organization’s work in the Basin. The next meeting is in Revelstoke on Friday, Jan. 25, 2013 at 4 p.m. at the Hillcrest Hotel (2100 Oak Drive). For more information about the Board, and to read highlights and minutes from Board meetings, visit www.cbt.org/ board.

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Learn how to move from idea to proposal Contributedby Rachel Lucas, CBT

Take the intimidation out of writing grant applications by spending a couple of hours with Columbia Basin Trust (CBT). This winter, CBT’s community liaisons are hosting Developing and Funding Your Community Project Workshops in eight locations in the region.

On Monday, Feb. 18, a workshop is being offered in Nakusp at Selkirk College from 7 to 9 p.m. If you are interested in attending, you must register by calling 250-265-4077. “These workshops are ideal for people who would like to learn more about developing a project idea into a funding proposal,” said Gary Ockenden, CBT Director, Commu-

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AVAILABLE THROUGH HALCYON HOUSE. Meals On Wheels provides tasty, nutritious hot meals that are delivered to your home by volunteers between 12 noon and 1:00 p.m. on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. The cost for this service is $7.00 per meal. To arrange for Meals On Wheels please call Anne at Community Services 250-265-3674 ext. 213 between 8:30am & 4:30pm

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nity Initiatives. “Not only will you come to understand the elements of developing your idea, and tips and tools for preparing an application, you’ll also learn about building relationships and securing partnerships in order to increase your chances of success.” You’ll cover topics like how to focus your project idea, develop a budget and write

clearly. You’ll also learn how to identify appropriate funders, and receive an overview of CBT’s own granting programs. If you’d like a workshop scheduled in your community, phone 1.800.505.8998 or email cbt@cbt.org. For more information, visit www.cbt.org/ grantwriting.

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Trapping still active pursuit Editor, The British Columbia Trappers Association has been made aware of this tragic incident and offer our condolences to the owners of the dog. There are over 1,000 licensed trappers in the province and each of us take precautions to try and prevent such occurrences from happening. Many trappers are pet owners and understand the tragedy resulting from losing a family pet. Our association works with government on a regular basis to ensure trapping is done safely and humanely, and will work with the Minister in exploring solutions to prevent this type of occurrence from happening again. B.C. trappers have used various signs and ribbons to alert the public to the presence of active trapping however some segments of the public have taken advantage of these signs by seeking out the traps and purposefully damaging the traps or taking them altogether. This issue will also be a topic for discussion at our annual general meeting and conference being held in April. Canada is signatory to the Agreement on International Humane Trapping Standards which requires all B.C. trappers to use only approved trapping devices. These new traps

are very powerful and could present safety issues to persons unfamiliar and unqualified to use them. All licensed trappers in B.C. are required to undergo an extensive basic trapper education program before being eligible for a license. Most new trappers also take the opportunity to mentor under an experienced trapper. Trapping is an active industry across all of Canada and North America. In British Columbia, there are over 2,500 registered traplines contributing millions of dollars annually to the B.C. economy. Professional trappers also provide services to many municipalities, regional districts, private companies and property owners across the province, helping to mitigate the damage caused by nuisance wildlife to municipal water and sewer systems, electrical supply lines, resource roads and highways as well as potential health hazards. The BC Trappers Association has also offered to work with the Union of BC Municipalities as well as individual municipal governments to collectively identify effective solutions to nuisance wildlife management.

Dog owners must take responsibility

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Signage around traplines is one issue, but owners must control their dogs, says one local resident. Photo courtesy of Brian Graham

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Editor, A few years ago I lost 60 laying hens to a couple of dogs that ran from their owner at McDonald Creek Road. They even chased my cat into my house and only continued on when I hit one with a hammer. They were later captured at the Arrow Park Ferry, eight kilometres from where they started. A couple of weeks ago a man stopped and let his black dog out at the McDonald Creek Campground. The dog immediately ran across the highway, jumped a fence and tried to hamstring a valuable ewe. The sheep was so wounded and traumatized it died about a week later. When the owner of the sheep finally confronted the dog owner about compensation, the dog owner refused to pay. I was present and helped to remove a beautiful but dead Golden Lab from a trap the other day. This was indeed a tragedy but one that could have been avoided, and I for one take exception to some of the content of the letters already published about this incident. They are a not so subtle attempt to place the onus on the trapper, who feels very

badly about this. A lot of smoke and mirrors kind of stuff meant to deflect from, perhaps, who is really responsible. Brenda Hoyle-Szabo, the dog’s owner, states that “I was raised to believe that crown land is for us all, not solely for loggers, hunters, and trappers and that access is a right that each of us ensures through our taxes.” That is true, but no one denied Ms. HoyleSzabo access as far as I know. Not once in her letter did I see Ms. Hoyle-Szabo take ownership for not having her dog on a leash as is required by law. Perhaps the question must be asked if this incident is more a matter of negligence by the dog owner? When you get into your car the law says that you must wear your seatbelt even if you are just going to the mailbox down the road and you think there is no danger as you have never encountered another vehicle on the trip before. I believe the law states that you must have care and control of your pet when you let it out of your yard or car, even if you don’t see a wolf, a cougar, a bear or a trap. As far as there being a Provincial Park across the highway from

the trapline, that’s true. But the trapline was there over 30 years ago before the government seized the land and made a park out of it. (Whatever were they thinking, putting a park so close to a trapline?) Perhaps the park could be moved or shut down? Most of Canada was opened up by way of trappers. In B.C. there are 2,600 traplines with 250 of those traplines here in the Kootenays. Most of the traplines were established in the 1920s. Maybe signs provided by the appropriate Ministry would be a help (they might not get torn down so quickly) but I think that once we get past the emotional aspect of a pet being killed, we should admit that the responsibility still lies with the pet owner to maintain their pet and see that it is under their care and control at all times. The law is there, we don’t need new ones. Oh yes, the Crown Land and back country that so many of us have been privileged to enjoy continues to be accessed by roads that those damn loggers and miners built! Charles Maxfield Nakusp, B.C.

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Prairie roots singer coming to Silverton Contributed by Steven Palmer

If you caught one of Steve Palmer’s bands back in the 60s – perhaps opening for some big name arena acts like led Zeppelin or Fleetwood Mac - you’d have seen him burning up the stage on his overdriven Fender Stratocaster. Somewhere along all of the years and all of the road miles that has all changed. Now Steve prefers the sweeter and gentler tones of his acoustic 6- and 12-string guitars and he draws his musical inspiration less and less from Hendrix and the Stones and more and more from country and folk legends like Pete Seeger, Woody Guthrie, and the Carter Family. He describes his music now as a “joyous blending of original and traditional Country, Folk, Gospel, Blues, and Ragtime.” With a voice described as a “warm blanket on a cold winter’s night” or conversely a “shady tree on a hot summer’s day” Steve Palmer is equally at home performing for folk festivals, house concerts, and soft seat theatres. Forty-five years as a travel-

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20% off all Yarn Sale on from January 16th - 31st Winter HourS: mon-Sat 9am-5pm #416 Broadway St. Nakusp, B.C. 250-265-3644 Roots singer Steve Palmer brings his years of traveling on the road to Silverton this February. Photo courtesy of Steve Palmer ing musician is a lot of road, and Steve Palmer is still playing and still touring. Palmer is grown enough to sing about life and simple pleasures with all the unhurried authority of a quiet and simple folk-singing road survivor. The Silverton Art Gallery date is part of a two week Brit-

ish Columbia road swing. After Silverton, Steve’s tour finishes up with dates in Creston. Palmer will be playing at the Silverton Art Gallery Tuesday Feb. 5. The show starts at 7:30 p.m. and admission is $10 at the door.

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What’s happening in NAKUSP LEGION? Come out and Support our Meat Draws which are held every Saturday at 4 p.m., 5 p.m. & 6 p.m. The Saturday Meat Draws in January will be sponsored by the Nakusp Curling Club

Robbie Burns Night on January 26th. Tickets available at the General Store.

Featuring the “Revelstoke Pipers” & “Switchback” NOTICE: at the beginning of February the Lounge will be open every Sunday afternoon at 4PM. If you have an adult celebrating a birthday, consider coming down to the Legion-you can reserve the Upper Lounge

“Blue knuckle” Fish Derby Dance with “Switchback” on January 19th Don’t forget that Darts Night continues on Thursdays @ 7PM Our lounge opens at: 3 p.m. on Wednesday, Thursday & Friday. 2 p.m. on Saturday.

All Members and Guests welcome! Postmarks from the now-defunct Brouse Post Office are a hot item for collectors.

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Brouse post office reflects history of area Claire paradis Arrow Lakes News

The Brouse Post Office opened Jan. 1, 1910, and closed May 31, 1917, but the seven-year run wasn’t the end. On Dec. 6, 1932, the office reopened and stayed in operation until May 30, 1964. According to Railway Mileposts, the office and area were

“named for Dr. [Jacob Edward] Brouse, a former CPR medical officer at New Denver.” “The nearest doctor was Dr. Brouse of New Denver, who would so often be called in time of sickness or accident and as the residents heard the train stop at a certain centre, they would invariably say ‘Here is Dr. Brouse.’ Through the efforts of Mr. Cameron, the K.P. members and

Masonic members, the name ‘Brouse’ was chosen instead of Box Lake,” wrote Kate Johnson in Pioneer days of Nakusp and the Arrow Lakes. Although the post office was called Brouse, the school district was called Box Lake from 1909 until 1944, when it was amalgamated with Nakusp. -with files from the Arrow Lakes Historical Society

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If you walk past NaCoMo on a Tuesday or Thursday evening, you will likely hear the rumble of musical beats and joyful guffaws. What’s going on in there? It’s the sound of Bellyfit with Brendalee Morgan, well known for her belly dancing but who has much more hidden behind those veils. “It helps break barriers,” Morgan said about Bellyfit classes, “allowing people to feel closeness and connected.” The aerobic dance classes combine West African dance moves, bhangra, yoga, and pilates as well as belly dancing for an eclectic and challenging mix. Although the pace is fast, the point of the class isn’t just to get you sweating. For Morgan, teaching and healing have been goals since she was a child. Bellyfit is the latest tool in her belt for helping people overcome obstacles within themselves as well as between each other. Acceptance is something Morgan learned early on at the caring hands of her parents who supported her every accomplishment. “My parents were proud of me whatever I did,” she recalled. When she was living by herself in a tent way up in the woods, her parents told her “we’re some proud of you.” Morgan believes her parents’ experience of hard times in Newfoundland made them fiercely supportive, instilling in her a strong sense of pride and selfconfidence. That foundation also led her to the understanding that she needed to help break down the barriers that keep people from experiencing peace both within themselves and with others. The expense of dance or other classes was never an option for the family, who had little in the way of money. Instead, the Mor-

gans headed into the trees, and camping made up a large part of Brendalee’s childhood. There within the woods she learned the joy of nature. “When I was younger I loved to dance but never took any training,” Morgan confirmed. “While friends took dance classes I spent every weekend in the woods with my family learning.” Morgan, a natural-born dancer, started belly dancing 19 years ago and has been teaching for 16 of those years. A Lebanese friend introduced a 13-year-old Morgan to the music and culture of belly dancing through a video and she fell in love with it right away. “The women were all different sizes and shapes and there was no weirdness about it at all,” said Morgan, who saw the beauty and profound power of the dance. It was in Haida Gwaii where Morgan was taking a class that she was asked by her teacher to step up and teach. Her beautiful, fullfigured teacher would describe the move and Morgan would show it. “Then… performance,” she told the Arrow Lakes News. “In little Charlotte City we would perform – six ladies and myself doing a solo in the middle.” The performance received an ovation, and changed Morgan’s life. “I vowed to never stop belly dancing,” she said. And she didn’t, even during her schooling in holistic health. It was through teaching that she learned what belly dancing meant to her, however. “I could write a book about the transformations I’ve witnessed through learning to belly dance,” said Morgan. “It’s about having fun being in the moment and realizing we all are different shapes and sizes this is the beauty in being a woman.” Like belly dancing, Morgan believes Bellyfit will help women of all different fitness levels not

only enjoy dancing together but learn to feel comfortable in their own skin just as it is. “Any fitness level can do it. The classes bring women together in a way that is non-judgmental,” said Morgan. “You honour yourself by doing what you can do.” She sees the experience as a way to transform stigma into selfacceptance. Learning to laugh together is another way to feel a sense of community and social acceptance, something that happens regularly and spontaneously in the class. Through a combination of fitness, affirmations, mudras and awareness, Morgan hopes to give women in her class the ability to let go of all barriers. In the classes, complex choreography carried out in quick steps gets the heart rate up and the laughs rolling. It’s an attentionconsuming hour with no room for the mind to wander about, an aspect that Morgan likens to walking meditation. Mindfulness of the body is at the heart of the instruction, and in that spirit, dancers learn mudras, hand gestures that have been used in traditional Indian practices to facilitate the flow of prana or life energy. The next step in bringing her healing arts to people will be the opening of a health retreat in the spring. Anyone interested in learning more can reach Morgan at her local number here in town. Morgan sees Bellyfit as just another extension of her holistic healing background, another layer of care she can offer. Its mindful, barrier-breaking qualities make it a (very) active form of healing that encourages women to make peace with their bodies and learn to love the skin they’re in. Bellyfit classes are held at NaCoMo Tuesdays 6:30-7:30 p.m. and Fridays 9:15-10:15 a.m., and in Burton Mondays 7-8 p.m.

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Latin music brings passion and warmth to Arrow Lakes Contributed by Marilyn Massey, ALAC

Luis Mario Ochoa and the rest of his quintet are bringing their acoustic latin music to the Bonnington on Jan. 30. Photo courtesy Anne de Haas

One of the world’s most exciting Cuban music ensembles, the Luis Mario Ochoa Quintet is renowned for virtuosity and incredible musicianship. This acoustic group, led by guitarist and lead vocalist Luis Mario Ochoa, features music ranging from rumba to samba, bolero to waltz, son to cha and features Toronto’s leading jazz and world musicians. With their fresh approach to traditional and original Cuban songs, one is unlikely to find an ensemble with more “fire, finesse and authenticity,” according to the Jazz Times.com. The quintet has made appearances in world and jazz festivals from St. John’s to Victoria, and internationally at the Barbados Jazz Festival and Jazz at Lincoln Centre’s Dizzy

Club. On Wednesday, Jan. 30, the Arrow Lakes Arts Council presents Luis Mario Ochoa Quintet at the Bonnington Arts Centre. This is the first time the ALAC has presented ‘World Music’ in our Concert Series. This concert will be bringing the colour and vivacity of Cuban Latin American music to the Arrow Lakes. The ALAC would like to acknowledge Selkirk Inn as the Hospitality Host for this concert. So, come and join us on Wednesday, Jan. 30, as we celebrate heat in the middle of winter with the sounds of Cuban music, at the Bonnington. The concert starts at 7:30 p.m., and the doors open at 7 p.m. Tickets are available at the Bon Marche/Dollar Store or at the door the evening of the concert.

Chasing Ice screening to benefit West Kootenay EcoSociety Contributed by EcoSociety

One man, 25 time lapse cameras, and a lot of ice. The result is the featurelength documentary Chasing Ice that captures undeniable evidence of how our planet is changing due to global warming. It will screen Wednesday, Jan. 23, at Nelson’s Capitol Theatre. The film is about James

Balog’s perilous journey to portray the shocking effects of abrupt climate change on glaciers in Switzerland, Greenland, Iceland, and Alaska. His hauntingly beautiful time-lapse images compress years into seconds and capture ancient mountains of ice in motion as they disappear at a breathtaking rate. “Ice is the canary in the

global coal mine,” says Balog. “It’s the place where we can see, touch, hear and feel climate change in action.” The film is a fundraiser for the West Kootenay EcoSociety and is a joint presentation of the society and FLIKS.ca. A panel discussion will follow the film to discuss local actions to combat climate change. Admis-

sion for this special event is $20; show time is 7:30 p.m. It will also be shown at Kaslo’s Langham Cultural Centre on February 1 and Nakusp’s Bonnington Arts Centre on February 18. Balog is an award-winning nature photographer who has committed his life to documenting changes to nature. Many major magazines,

including National Geographic, Vanity Fair, and New York Times Magazine have published his work. His most recent book, ICE: Portraits of Vanishing Glaciers, was published in September 2012. Founded by Balog in 2007, the Extreme Ice Survey is the largest groundbased photographic survey of the world’s glaciers ever

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Bring your own equipment and the rink is yours for $2 from 11:30 a.m.1 p.m.

Friday, Jan. 18

At 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. at Nakusp Elementary School Strong Start building.

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From 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. at the arena.

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PK Nakusp is an alternative fitness concept, involving Parkour & Freerunning, that is fun for youth ages 13 - 19, in Nakusp and the surrounding area. Feel free to drop by if you are a visitor passing through. We are located at the Nakusp & District Sports Complex at 200 8th Ave NW, 3:30 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 5:30 p.m. For more information, contact Michael Garvey: 250-265-1778 or michealfq@shaw. ca.

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A pre-school early learning program for children 0-6. Free drop-in for parents, caregivers and their children; 9:15 a.m. - 11:45 p.m. at Fauquier Communication Centre.

Learn how to move in ways that will improve the quality of your life. At 90 5th Ave in Nakusp (NaCoMo Wellness Centre). First class free; begins 9:15 a.m. Contact Tyson Bartel 250-2266826 or thaigouch@yahoo.com for more info.

children; 9 a.m.-12 p.m. at Nakusp Elementary School Strong Start building.

Starts Friday, Jan. 11. Men, women over 19 welcome! $12 drop-in fee, starts at 7 p.m. Call Forest for info: 250-265-1472. Adult Children of Alcoholics; meets at 97 2nd Ave NW (Terra Pondera) at 8 p.m.

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Learn the gentle art of Tai Chi in Nakusp. Classes run Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 9:30 a.m. at the Legion and Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. at the Nakusp Elementary School gym.

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Wednesday, Jan. 23

AVALANCHE AWARENESS FOR SNOWMOBILERS

Gain an understanding of what it takes to be safe in the back country during this course which runs 6-9 p.m. This is a free session, but you must pre-register by calling 265-4077 or emailing nakuspce@ selkirk.ca.

'RQŇ&#x2039;W WDNH \RXU PXVFOHV NSS DINNER AND THEATRE Saturday, Jan. 19 Come enjoy a spaghetti dinner at â&#x20AC;&#x153;SWITCHBACKâ&#x20AC;? AT LEGION 6 p.m. with music provided by the IRU JUDQWHG 2YHU Rockâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;nâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;country and blues; bring your NSS Band, and then a production of dancinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; shoes! Starts at 7 p.m. and The Ever After, a hilarious musical &DQDGLDQV ZLWK PXVFXODU ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS is free for everyone. portrayal of Disney princesses 20 Meets at Terra Pondera, 97 2nd Ave years later. Sounds like the Real Saturday, Jan. 19 and in Nakusp, 7G\VWURSK\ WDNH WKHP YHU\ p.m. Princesses of Disney! Show starts Sunday, Jan. 20 TOASTMASTERS at 7 p.m., and dessert will be served GORD ROBERTS 2ND ANMeets 2nd and 4th Wed. at 7:15 after the show. $10 for dinner and VHULRXVO\ p.m. at Selkirk College. Please call NUAL FISH DERBY $5 for theatre only. ZUMBA

Try the dancing fitness class at the Legion 6-7 p.m. for $5, plus a one-time fee of $20. For info: www. mariewrede.zumba.com.

265-4033 for info.

Tickets are now available at the Nakusp General Store, and there will be dancing Saturday night at the Legion to â&#x20AC;&#x153;Switchback.â&#x20AC;?

Thursday, Jan. 24 Thursday/HDUQ PRUH DW PXVFOH FD , Jan. 17 NSS THEATRE AND DESSERT DANCE NAKUSP

Ballet/jazz classes start for children to teens. To register, contact 250265-9955 or cgwatson@telusplanet. net.

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Sunday, Jan. 20 PUBLIC SKATING

The rink is open to skaters from 3:30-5:00 p.m. for only $2.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS

From 9:15 a.m. at 409 Monashee Avenue. See listing above for details.

Meets at Terra Pondera, 97 2nd Ave in Nakusp, 5 p.m.

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Monday, Jan. 21

Beginnersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; class begins at 9:30 a.m.

PUBLIC SKATING

The rink is open to skaters from 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. and 3 - 4:45 p.m. for only $2.

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A pre-school early learning program for children 0-6. Free drop-in for parents, caregivers and their

The same as above, but hold the spaghetti dinner and pay only $7.

Saturday, Jan. 26

NEVERENDING STORYTIME AT NAKUSP LIBRARY

The stories wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t stop from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. as part of the celebration of Family Literacy day.

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Weigh in at Nakusp Marina throughout the weekend Saturday until 5:00 pm with FINAL WEIGH in at 4:00pm Sunday Winners and prizes announcement shortly after. WINNINGS will be determined by number of entries. All Provincial Fishing Regulations must be adhered to. Fish 10 pounds and over will be weighed. Fish entry must be accompanied with Derby ticket.

“SWITCHBACK” PLAYING AT THE NAKUSP LEGION SATURDAY NIGHT: 7-11pm

Everyone Welcome! (Donation draws done at Legion with Derby winners announced on Sunday)

Bringing in the new year with bravery and a quick dip into Burton’s chilly water, the Polar Bear swimmers were at it again. This year, eight took part. Photo courtesy of Barbara Ross Contributed by Barbara Ross

On Jan. 1, 2013, eight intrepid swimmers congregated at the Burton camp ground boat launch for the second annual Arrow Lake

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