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Hiring process bad, RCMP told Ashcroft Council was assured that the RCMP Detachment is once again open Monday through Friday during office hours. Chief Superintendent Mike Sekela attended Ashcroft Council on July 22 to explain why the Detachment only had counter service three days per week, and why the second office staff position has been vacant for 16 months. Sekela described the lengthy process of hiring Public Service staff. He said part of the problem was that all four national candidates who had made it to the interview stage pulled their applications, meaning that the process has to start all over again. The other part of the problem was that the process was left hanging for several months when someone went on maternity leave. He said they’ve hired a temporary worker to provide counter service until Dec. 31 while they post the job again and select more applicants.

Lytton man killed A Lytton man is dead after being hit by a CN train on Saturday morning. RCMP say the 33-year-old was walking along the railway system near Lytton with a group of friends when he was struck. Lytton RCMP responded to a call shortly before 9 a.m. and attended the scene of the accident. First responders also attended, but the man could not be saved. Police say they are investigating the circumstances that led to the accident, which shut down the rail line for six hours. “The individual’s friends that were with him are providing information as to what occurred, along with what was observed by the train operators,” said RCMP Cpl. Dan Moskaluk. The man’s identity has not been released.

Wellness is... Ashcroft’s first annual Wellness Festival was smokin’ hot. There was shade for sitting and water for the many activities offered over the weekend. The Kids’ Triathlon and Elvis impersonator Steve Elliott were two of the Festival’s highlights. More pictures on page 7.

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July 16 at 1:36 am police responded to a noise complaint at the Mesa Vista Trailer Park. Loud music has been an ongoing issue of late. A 21 year old male resident was spoken to and admitted that the music was loud and that he would turn it down.

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ceived several calls about a hitchhiker standing in the middle of Hwy 97 by the Loon Lake turnoff, who had nearly been hit by several vehicles. Ashcroft and Clinton RCMP responded and located the young man, who first identified himself as God and that he was from Tuscon, Arizona. He had no identification, no food, no water, no money and no backpack. When asked how he got into Canada, he replied that the Queen of Canada told the border guards to let him pass. He was detained until his identity could be proven. RCMP contacted the Canadian Border Services Agency (CBSA) who confirmed that they had refused entry to a 19 year old man from Tucson. He was given an immigration hearing at the Detachment and said he was on his way to northern Canada to the Queen’s palace. He was released into the custody of the CBSA who escorted him back to the border.

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July 16 at 11:04 am a set of Ray-Ban sunglasses was found on the Mesa Vista and turned in to the Detachment.

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July 16 at 2:18 pm police were called to the Boston Flats Trailer Court by an unidentified complainant who said there was an intoxicated woman passed out in a front yard. The complainant was worried about the heat. Police located the 59 year old woman. She was intoxicated, but not passed out. She was wearing a bikini and laying in her own front yard. She advised police that she was working on her tan. The officer suggested that she not overdo it and go back inside where it was cool.

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July 17 a Cache Creek resident reported that items had been stolen from their travel trailer parked on Stage Rd. Entry was gained through an unlocked side window and the suspect(s) stole a large tupperware container of riding gear and some empty DVD cases. They tried to pry the TV off the wall but were unsuccessful.

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July 18 at 7:11 pm police were called to the Nugget where a 68 year old resident was standing in the parking lot, waiving around a hammer and a knife and yelling about drug dealers. He was ordered to put the weapons down, which he did, and hand-

cuffed without incident. He was arrested for uttering threats and for being drunk in a public place and lodged in cells until sober. The matter is still under investigation.

Imagining things

July 20 at 3:07 pm police received a complaint of the theft of cash and a salt and pepper shaker from a locked vehicle at the Dairy Queen in Cache Creek. The 63 year old woman of no fixed address advised police that someone used a key to gain entry to her car. It was determined that nothing had been stolen and that the woman suffers from undetermined mental health issues.

Early morning run-in

July 21 at 1:04 am police were advised of a man lying by the side of Cornwall Rd. near the Ashcroft Bridge. Police located the 31 year old Ashcroft man, who was known to be wanted on two warrants out of Kamloops. He advised that he was attempting to run up Cornwall Rd. and must have blacked out because of the heat. He was arrested and taken to Kamloops.

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July 21 at 5:30 am home owners in Cache Creek were woken by a noise and noticed that a family relative, a 22 year old man of no fixed address, was stealing their Play Station 3 console. He was arrested and charged with theft.

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Long haul

July 22 at 8:39 pm police received a compaint of a possible impaired southbound driver with Oregon plates heading into Cache Creek on Hwy 97. The 62 year old Oregon driver was located pulled over at the Red Hills Rest Area south of Ashcroft. He was not impaired but advised that he had driven non-stop from Watson Lake. He was advised to have a long rest before he continued driving

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Group meditation once each month

In August 2011, three people from our community attended the Awakening the Heart Retreat led by Buddhist Teacher, Thich Nhat Hanh, at UBC in Vancouver. We were there with 900 other learners to hear from Thay as he is affectionately called, and practice different forms of meditation together as a group. The experience was profound - enriching and spiritually deepening for each person in attendance. Some people were surprised that we who were from a Christian heritage had heard about Thich Nhat Hanh and his teachings. We expressed our gratitude at his spiritual depth and talked about how his teachings have helped us deepen on our spiritual path. Thich Nhat Hanh spoke often about the Kingdom of God and told us that he considers Jesus one of his spiritual ancestors. Upon our return to Ashcroft, people expressed interest about our experience at the Retreat. We hosted an information night and people came to hear - it seemed people were The national Communities in Bloom judges were in Ashcroft last week, and the local committee ready to explore their spiritual path further. arranged a Meet and Greet BBQ for them with members of the community at the Walker residence. We scheduled the last Friday of each month Back, L-R: Helen Kormendy, Ashcroft councillor, Marijke and Al Stott, Shirlee Johnson, Bruce Walker, Ina as a time to gather, watch part of one of the Gory, Lorna Delling, Jordi Flaherty, Cam Tedford, Village of Ashcroft, Michelle Allan, Village of Ashcroft DVDs recorded at the Retreat and meditate – CEO, and Sandy Butler. Front, L-R: Ted Zarundy, Judge from Orangeville, Ont., Andrea Walker, CiB together as a group. If you have been longing for spiritual con- Chair, Lorna McIlroy, Judge from Grande Prairie, Alta., Bob and Deb Tuohey, Doreen Rondquist, Alice nection with others through meditation prac- Durksen, Ashcroft councillor, and Lori Pilon, constituency assistant for Jackie Tegart, MLA. tice, please join us this Friday, July 26 (and the last Friday of each month) at 7:15 pm at Many of us had forgotten what of the street, vendors and presentHuge congratulations to the 28 never so evident. St Alban’s Hall meetthe heat of an Ashcroft summer ers sold a variety of wares and kids, ranging in age from 3 ½ to As the church service began ing room to learn, feels like but our memories sure people moved freely between the 15, who participated in the Kids of drawing to a close the crowd deepen and expericame back quickly this weekend! booths and the stages that had been Steel Triathalon. These young athswelled even more, as Elvis was ence your faith jourOn went the sunscreen and out set up. The Kids Zone area under letes, all sporting bright yellow T about to make his appearance. The ney at a deeper level. came the hats and sunglasses, and the watchful eye of Jo and Chris shirts, and braving the high temfacial expressions and reactions of To be added to the water bottles were attached at the Petty was busy from start to finperatures, finished the final segthe people in the audience told it email list, write to: end of every arm as people drank to ish as kids of all ages tried their ment by running down Railway all. Steve Elliott with his amazing mbaier@telus.net and stay hydrated. While the heat may hand at painting rocks, canvas and Ave. and back to the car wash to voice, talent and stage presence had you will be contacted have deterred some, the number other crafts. The sound of music in the cheers and applause of festival them all in the palm of his hand. during the final week of each month with a of people who flowed through the the air and the accompanying hum goers. Wow! They were all amaz- Each song, sung with such feeling of people laughing and enjoying ing! by Steve Elliott, seemed to have a reminder of the gath- downtown core was impressive. Under an assortment of tents themselves created a very festive We were very fortunate to have special meaning for someone in the ering. that had been set up on either side atmosphere. some terrific demonstrations and audience and many could be seen Martina Baier workshops. From Nordic pole wiping the tears from their eyes. walking to sushi making, from What a truly wonderful weekphotography to history walks, the end it was on the streets of downcommittee planned something for town Ashcroft. The organizing everyone to enjoy. committee, together with all the But for many, the highlight of volunteers who gave freely of their the weekend was watching the per- time, are to be commended on the formances of Steve Elliott, Elvis quality and success of this first impersonator extraordinaire. The Wellness Festival that they brought two Saturday performances fea- to the citizens of Ashcroft. We realtured many famous Elvis songs ly appreciated all the positive feedcomplete with all the “moves” that back and look forward to utilizing Elvis was famous for, as well as some great suggestions that were some Roy Orbison, Johnny Cash given for next year. and other entertainers’ hits. A real A huge thank you to our set up crowd pleaser, Steve had people of and take down crew who worked all ages up dancing, clapping and so hard in the heat and our cleansinging along. up crew wanted to pass along what Under the shade of several an easy job they had. Congratulacombined tents spread across Rail- tions to all festival goers, you cerway Ave., a large crowd of people tainly are a clean and aware bunch of all faiths gathered together for as there was virtually no garbage to an ecumenical church service on pick up. Garbage cans and recycSunday morning. Anglicans, Unit- ling bins were full and the streets eds, Hare Krishnas, and many were left as clean as could be. other denominations worshipped The dates have already been as one. Voices harmonized togeth- set for the second annual Wellness er to a backdrop of drums, guitars Festival. Be sure to mark July 18and clapping. Ministers of sever- 20, 2014 on your calendars. al faiths contributed to the service Andrea Walker Hikers take a break on the 3 Meadow Trail hike during the Wellness Festival on Sunday morning. Photo by Val Teshima and a feeling of togetherness was

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The summer of wellness What a wonderful weekend we just had in Ashcroft. When they started working on the Wellness Festival, I don’t think the organizers envisioned so many groups, businesses and individuals coming together to contribute whatever they could to make it a success. It’s the sort of thing you wish would happen, but rarely does. It isn’t planned. It happens because everyone feels ownership. It was great to see all of the water hookups at the downtown businesses, with sprinklers or misters attached. And kudos to Irly for keeping those big, beautiful Hat Creek Ranch stagecoach horses hosed down and comfortable. They promised something for everyone, and I’m pretty sure they delivered. I couldn’t keep up with all of the activity! The Kids’ Triathlon was absolutely brilliant, and a huge thank you to Wayne and Vicky for planning it, finding the sponsors and finding the volunteers! Everybody pitched in, even if it was just a little. That’s community. And that’s wellness. And that’s a great note to begin summer holidays! Yes, I will be enjoying the next few weeks in my mostly newly renovated house. Or, in other words, I’ll be using my vacation to finish off the renos. Last year Tool Man and I went on an extended vacation and we had a great time. But trips like that don’t happen too often because they’re hard on the wallet. And now that we’ve practically re-mortgaged the house, we’ll be vacationing this year in the backyard. But even our backyard gets boring at some point, so you’ll be seeing me around over the next little while. And hopefully looking a lot more relaxed than I have since last summer. In the meantime, Barbara Roden will be sitting at my computer again this year, as she did last year. She doesn’t just write historical sagas - she walks and talks and chews gum and is a very competent journalist. Give her a call if you have news or something you think is exciting. See you in four weeks!

BRIGHT RIBBONS carrying blessings and wishes blowing in the wind at the Wellness Festival

Reader didn’t understand points Dear Editor Re Mr. Whitehead’s letter of July 18 replying to my opinions in Cakewalk Chronicles about pipelines and garbage. I have long advocated the methane produced at the Cache Creek landfill be used for hydro electric purposes, instead of being burned off. And I’ve written in past years at least a couple of letters to the editor of the Journal about this. As for the Kinder Morgan pipe line, I made no mention of Kinder Morgan. My reference was written in general terms about pipelines in general. Incinerators and the Cache Creek landfill are two different subjects altogether. My remarks about incineration came as a result of news items that GVRD is now looking for sites in the interior to incinerate their garbage. Because the Lower Mainland’s opposition was so great, GVRD is looking for somewhere else to incinerate, and that somewhere else could be in the Thompson Nicola regional district. If reading is a skill. And we will all agree that it is. Reading with understanding is surely a requisite. In

grateful for the time, energy and creativity of those who give so much. A tip of the Walhachin fairness to the writers. If for no other hat to the organizers/volreason. unteers and sponsors! And to the Esther Darlington MacDonald local politicians who had the good Ashcroft sense to choose the Wellness theme for Ashcroft, “Thank You!!” (Delighted to have one foot in Ashcroft and one in Walhachin!) Val Carey Walhachin

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Dear Editor Ashcroft rocks!! In recent years, I have been impressed by the cultural life of this unique place, with its lively arts and performance. From the Ashcroft Art show to Martin’s Dinner Concerts, to today’s Winding Rivers events, the scene has been exquisite! And now the 1st annual Wellness Festival has put another feather in the cap of this great little town! Although I was not able to attend as much as I would have liked, due to time spent at the Walhachin Museum, I was impressed and excited to see and participate in this excellent community-building event! When discussing the cultural scene in Ashcroft, one must acknowledge the work of the people responsible for these events. I am

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Great job with the Wellness Festival Dear Editor What a wonderful job the committee did when they organized and held this year’s Wellness Festival. There was such a myriad of choices, all of them interesting and they were really geared for people of all ages. It is a shame it was as hot as it was, but we can never control the weather. In spite of the heat, I was pleased to see so many people attending the various functions. I enjoyed three of them very much. They were informative and interesting. Thank you, everyone again. You did a wonderful job. Marilyn Bueckert Barnes Lake Subscribe to The Journal 1 Year Subscription: $44.10 (GST included) Senior Rate: $37.80 (GST included) Out of area subscriptions pay a $17.85 mailing surcharge The Journal is a politically independent community newspaper. All material contained in this publication is protected by copyright. Reproduction is expressly prohibited by the rights holder. We acknowledge the financial support of the Government of Canada through the Canada Periodical Fund (CPF) for our publishing activities.

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The little town where nothing ever changes by Esther Darlington MacDonald To those who believe that “nothing changes” in Ashcroft, and I’ve heard the complaint over the years, I have to disagree. I’ve seen too many changes in the Village over the last 40 years to count. I’ve considered the reasons why some would feel “nothing changes” in Ashcroft, but I think it would be counter productive. Better to recall how the village looked when I first set eyes on it in 1973. I have to admit, I wasn’t impressed. Not even a bit. “It’s a dry, brown Anglican town”, I thought. If that sounds more than a little harsh. Consider the opinion of Ashcroft’s first permanent medical doctor, George Sanson. “The only thing separating Ashcroft from Hell is a piece of brown paper” I think is how he put it. The remark made to a friend or a colleague, recorded in our Museum. Now George Sanson may have been referring to the blistering heat of summer in Ashcroft, and we are told that the climate in the village and surrounding areas has changed quite dramatically over the past 40 years. And I would certainly agree that it has. I can recall leaving our air conditioned apartment on Brink Street, in mid July, 1973, with a gasp as I stepped outside. The heat was a hammer blow. It made you suck in your breath, and head for the nearest watering hole. Which, at that time, was the “last of the great old raunchy establishments”, as one wag put it. He was referring to the Ashcroft Hotel. This Tudor style white plaster two storey edifice with its brown trim held a definable air of forlorn “used to be”. The hotel had so clearly seen “better days”. At one time, when passengers fresh off the train had looked for transportation north to places like Williams Lake, Quesnel and Prince George, they streamed into the premises known as “the beer parlor” and the dining room. The Hotel had been a going concern. But those days had long gone. In 1973, I would describe the interior of the Hotel as having an empty air of waiting about it. The cafe on the 4th Ave. side of the building was busy enough, I suppose. But the dining room had long been closed. Then, a disastrous fire took the building down for the second time in almost 50 years. In 1916, fire had destroyed half of the downtown core. The fire in the early 1970s caused loss of life. And, as the flames lit up the night sky, the volunteer fire men battled fruitlessly to contain them. I saw a few watching the fire, persons who had worked in the hotel during the 20’s and 30’s, shed a few tears. The Village would not have another hotel for several more years, when the River Inn was built on a bench just above the river, at the foot of Railway and Barnes Lake Rd. Wandering around the streets and avenues when I first arrived in Ashcroft, the impression was one of isolation, and a general air of ennui. To call it “laid back” is not quite the expression

that fits. Perhaps it was the heat. We along the perimeter, and grass sown. had arrived in summer. But the build- That cemetery is now a tribute to the ings themselves, seemed, well, small staff who maintain it, and a tribute and defenseless. to our councillors who want to see it Weather-beaten cottages along Rail- maintained. The dignity and the TLC JULY SPECIAL * SAVE $60! way close to the rail track. Yes, there that goes with that, is a far cry from the 1 night Cabin rental! Lunch for 2! was a drugstore, now referred to as a neglected “dry gulch” condition that readmission for 2! 1 hour trail ride for 2! pharmacy, and yes, there was a very at- minded you of the old westerns. only $200 + gst tractive retail ladies wear store, but the Benches along Railway for people contact@HatCreekRanch.ca / 250-457-9722 facility you see today, containing phar- to rest on. Well maintained shops. macy, real estate office and employ- Buildings ment office, had yet to be built. There supplies, botVILLAGE OF ASHCROFT wasn’t a flowering planter or a tree to tle depots, reNOTICE OF ELECTION BY VOTING be seen on all eight blocks of the main cycle depots. PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY given to the electors of the Village of Ashcroft street. And the sidewalk, with its good- These are all that an election by voting is necessary to elect one Councillor and that the ly share of dog droppings, wasn’t what changes that persons nominated as candidates and for whom votes will be received are: you would call pedestrian friendly. have come COUNCILLOR – One (1) to be elected Yet, people didn’t seem to mind. about since Dog droppings wasn’t an issue. What 1973. And Jurisdiction of Residence Usual Names Surname was an issue was upgrading the water yes, there Ashcroft, BC Jessica CLEMENT system, so that the water pressure was is always Ashcroft, BC Doreen LAMBERT sufficient to protect the outer edge a need for Ashcroft, BC Alf TRILL of the village residences, particular- more. More ly those above the Cemetery, in what of everyVOTING DATES AND LOCATIONS is now the Mesa Vista Court. And the thing. But in GENERAL VOTING will be open to qualified electors of the Village of Ashcroft on: issue of the NDP government advis- my view, the Saturday, August 10, 2013 ing the Village that they needed a sew- quality of life 8:00 am to 8:00 pm er system that would protect the riv- in the Village at the Ashcroft Community Hall er from further pollution. They ordered has improved 409 Bancroft Street, Ashcroft, BC the Village to build a sewer system that tremendousADVANCE VOTING will be available to qualified electors as follows: would serve a population of 10,000. ly over the Wednesday, July 31, 2013 - 8:00 am - 8:00 pm That meant two referendums, and a years. And Tuesday, August 6, 2013 - 8:00 am - 12:00 pm & 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm heck of a lot of money that the Village more resourWednesday, August 7, 2013 - 8:00 am - 12:00 pm & 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm didn’t have. ces will come. Thursday, August 8, 2013 - 8:00 am - 12:00 pm & 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm “No changes in Ashcroft,” you say. The Village All advance voting opportunities will take place at the Ashcroft Community Scarcely a convincing statement. will grow. Hall, 409 Bancroft Street, Ashcroft, BC. Today, Ashcroft’s water and sew- Undoubteder systems, expensive to maintain, sup- ly. Ashcroft ELECTOR REGISTRATION ply residents with good, clean drinking has always There is no need to pre-register to vote as the registration of all electors for water. With the building of the Mesa grown. this election will take place at the time of voting. You will be required to make Vista sub divisions, and then a declaration that you meet the following requirements: later, the subdivision in North • 18 years of age or older Office Hours at Ashcroft, the demands on the • Canadian citizen The Journal water and sewer systems are • resident of BC for at least 6 months immediately preceding voting day • resident of OR registered owner of real property in the Village of Ashcroft substantial. But we have parks for at least 30 days immediately preceding voting day, and we never had in 1973. Beauti• not otherwise disqualified by law from voting. ful, spacious green parks where Tuesday to Friday Resident electors will also be required to produce 2 pieces of identification our young people can play soc(at least one with a signature). Picture identification is not necessary. The 10 am - 3 pm cer, where residents can celeidentification must prove both residency and identity. brate Canada Day, and tourists Non-resident property electors must produce 2 pieces of identification (at can enjoy our look back on his- Closed for Lunch least one with a signature) to prove identity, proof that they are entitled to tory in the lovely landscaped register in relation to the property, and, if applicable, written consent from the 1-2 pm majority of the property owners. gardens of Heritage Place Park Michelle Allen, on Railway. 250-453-2261 Chief Election Officer In 1973, none of these facilities which we all enjoy, were there. The new swimming pool in the park adjacent to Desert Hills farms is a far cry from the modest little pool at the foot of Tingley Street alongside the rail line. There was no Fields Store, no Safety Mart supermarket, no pavement on thoroughfares off the main street. I don’t think people can imagine just how much the Village of Ashcroft has become the peopleoriented village it has become over the last 40 years. And I have to mention the graveyard. “If you bury me in this place, I will haunt you for the rest of your life,” I told my former husband in 1973. Cracked earth. Not a shrub and a very few trees. A new superintendent had trees planted

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July 25 - All Candidates Forum for Ashcroft by-election (on Aug. 10), 7-8:30 pm in St. Alban’s Church Hall. Hosted by the Ashcroft Chamber of Commerce. Aug. 4 - Dinner with Ashcroft Council and dignitaries from Ashcroft’s Sister City, Bifuka Japan. Tickets available from Village Office and Museum until July 29. No tickets at the door. Aug. 7 - Ashcroft Library Summer Reading Club - “Intergalactic Games” 4:30 p.m. All ages welcome! Parents/caregivers are responsible for their children and must stay in the library. Aug. 14 - Winding Rivers Arts & Performance Society presents Music In The Park with the Andrea Smith duo. Opening for her is Jennifer Ferguson. Gazebo in Heritage Place Park on Railway Ave. in Ashcroft, 6:30-9:30 pm. Aug. 19 - Cache Creek Council Meeting at 7 pm in the Village Office. Every Friday - Soup’s On from 11 am to 1 pm at St. Alban’s Anglican Church in Ashcroft. Soup, buns and dessert by donation. Every Saturday - Cache Creek Farmer and Flea Market 9 am to 1 pm at the main intersection, next to Chums Restaurant. Every Tuesday - South Cariboo Sportsmans’ Association has started regular trap-shooting practice at 6 pm. at the trap range above the airstrip near Cache Creek. Everyone welcome, coaching available. For information 250-453-2570.

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Kids’ Triathlon was an awesome experience A few months ago Vicky approached me and asked if we were interested in doing an event for the Wellness Festival to be held in July. I told her I wasn’t interested in doing an adult event, but something for the kids would be great. We brainstormed for a bit and came up with an event that would be fairly easy for the kids to complete with no hills. I also wanted it to be safe for the kids. So the plan was to swim in the pool, bike downtown, then run up and down Railway Ave. as it would be closed. The Wellness Festival committee liked the idea. We met with council and they liked the idea. So I went to work getting insurance, and some sponsors to help pay Lots of thirsty athletes and volunteers at the triathlon finishing line for the event. With so many families in izing the Ashcroft on a limited budget, and some families having eager parmany children, I wanted the event to be free for everyone to ents, we register. We were going to need more money, so I put out a were able message to some of my friends, and asked around town. The to have all Wayne Little response was overwhelming. All of a sudden, we were able the volunto get medals and shirts, just like a real triathlon. teers we miner1098 With an adult triathlon, you tell the people to go this way needed. @gmail.com or that way for so many kilometres and turn around at the After sign, and most would easily be able to handle that. With most six weeks children, you cannot do that, and you wouldn’t want to do of work, that. So, many volunteers were needed, that meant the par- which really seemed like only days, the day of the race arents. Someone at each corner, at all the crosswalks, basic- rived. Starting with the oldest kids first as they had to swim ally adults covering the whole course to keep the kids going and run the farthest with a 500m swim and a 4km run, the in the right direction and if an accident happened, a parent race was off. After only 30 minutes, we had put all 28 kids would be there right away to help out. through the pool from the 15 year old, right down to the 3 More volunteers were needed, lap counters, people in year old girl swimming a monumental 25m all the way transition, and people at the run course turn arounds. With dif- across the pool from the deep end to the shallow end. ferent age groups, they all had to do different distances. UtilBiking downtown in a flurry, then running the run course through the crowds downtown cheering them on across the finish line was amazing. Kids laughing and smiling, it was awesome. Everyone who crossed the finish line received their very own medal to proudly wear. They also received a shirt to show off until next year when they sign up again. I’ve never organized and event for kids and I know it wasn’t perfect, but I was so glad there was no one seriously hurt. Top athletes in their age group to mention are Steve Dennis, Colby Coburn and Haley Schroeder, Sam Adamson and Ali Aie, Yoshi Matthews and Ashly Schroeder, Tyler Schroeder and Vraja Benner, and last but not least Toshi Karas and the cutest little 3 year old Kaeli Mae. Can you imaging doing a triathlon at 3 years old? It’s amazing how a small community can come together and make something like the Wellness Festival happen. All it takes is a little bit of work on your own time to make everyone have such a great time. There were lots of people involved in making this triathlon happen, and I can’t name them all, but next time you see Vicky or Alf Trill, Tracy Kubik, Juanita Little, Eddie Aie, Kristine Woodworth, Deanna Horsting, and/or Nicole Arnott, tell them “thank you”. I would like to also like to thank the financial supporters of the event, which include: Village of Ashcroft, Interior Savings, United Way, Safety Mart, Kal Tire, IKO (IG plant), the Legion, Kamloops Triathlon Club, Desert Hills Tri Club, Teck (HVC), United Steel Workers, and Quality Glass. Will there be a Wellness Awaits you Festival Kids triathlon next year? Definitely

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back. It’s just part and parcel of the gig whenever you put yourself out there. It doesn’t matter if you’re a highly paid superstar or a starving artist, if you’re releasing your work for public consumption, you have to be prepared for harsh, impolite criticism. But for some reason, on this occasion, it stung for a few minutes.

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I tried to figure out why this particular critique would affect me when most others were easily brushed aside. Perhaps, I thought, it was because it was coming from a fellow artist who I’d perceived as supportive of other artists and their freedom of expression. But after scolding me for promoting Facebook during “the recent spy revelations,” I could see he wasn’t willing to accept that I had a different perception of it than he did. He blamed the social media tyrant, and people like me who post our work on it for free, as the reason people’s attitudes toward media and art

ON A BRIGHTER NOTE LORI WELBOURNE loriwelbourne.com had been negatively influenced. Was it because I didn’t completely disagree with him that his message affected me? I started to doubt myself, wondering if maybe he was right and I was just a floozy writing drivel and hurting artists with my careless recommendation. I would have re-read my article about Facebook if I didn’t have such an aversion to revisiting my work. Instead I sent him an email explaining that I agreed the Internet has been a devastating blow for artists and writers in many ways, but since it wasn’t going anywhere, we, like everyone else, would have to learn to work within our changing

world. And since I’ve had an overwhelmingly positive experience with Facebook, I strongly stood by my promotion of it, pointing out that it could be a terrific tool for several reasons. Connecting with fellow artists like him for example. Unfortunately, he had already de-friended me. In a moment of weakness, and without naming him, I posted

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mendous amount of support from friends I know personally, as well as friends I only know online. For me this confirmed a few things. Number one: my skin isn’t as thick as I thought it was. Number two: I’m only human, so it’s okay to get affected sometimes. And number three: my Facebook friends are wonderful. I don’t always agree with the opinions they post, and I love that, but what a privilege to have such a cool community of friends to laugh with and learn from. So much wisdom, advice and encouragement was posted by so many of them when I needed it last Saturday morning. My author friend

July 2013 • Week 5 ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, a challenge arises that requires you to have the utmost confidence in your abilities. Some self-confidence and hard work are all you need to successfully tackle this challenge. TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, you can choose from among many paths, but this week you will have to carefully think about which way to go. Otherwise you may end up having to backtrack and start over. GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, unless you change your line of thinking, you may have trouble in the romance department this week. You don’t have to be a smooth operator, but just sweeten your sentiments. CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, sometimes you like being the center of attention, and other times you are content to blend into the background. This week you will have to embrace the spotlight. LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 Leo, after letting things slide for awhile, you will need to get a better handle on your finances this week. If you feel as though things have gotten out of control, then talk to a professional. VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22 Issues at work may have you contemplating a career change, Virgo. But you may want to hold off on changes for a little while longer until things settle down. LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23 A quick visit with family can make you feel refreshed and renewed, Libra. There is nothing like spending time with the ones you love to improve your mood. SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, catch up on some overdue health screenings. There has never been a better time to get these things done, and you don’t want to put your health on the back burner. SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, there is only so much persuading you can do before you must let others choose their own paths. A difficult conversation has you second-guessing something. CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20 Do something for yourself this week, Capricorn. It’s a good time to treat yourself before you must devote more of your time to others in the near future. AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, something has been on your mind but you just can’t put your finger on it. Forget about it for awhile, and you just may come to a realization. PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20 Few things that escape your notice this week, Pisces. Always detail-oriented, you need to figure out how to use the information.

my feelings on Facebook and received an immediate and tre-

James C. Tanner said: “A writer writes because it is a natural voice for them, the

same way a bird sings. There are those who will enjoy the sound of a bird while others will look for a stone to try and strike it down.” And my cartoonist friend Bob D’Amico wrote: “The way people freely fling around their opinions is equal to being a dog walking down the block, peeing on everything it passes.” See, Dad? It’s not just pictures of the grand kids you’re missing out on by not being on Facebook. If you join, just remember to keep your social insurance number to yourself and prepare for a few messy mutts. Lori Welbourne is a syndicated columnist. She can be contacted at LoriWelbourne.com

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Sing a song Jim Ryan and Mavourneen Varcoe Ryan were busking outside the credit union on Saturday night as part of the Wellness Festival’s entertainment. The street was filled with music, including the Ryans’ large repertoire of folk songs.

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The Spences Bridge Community Club renovations grant project is almost completed now, just a few things to wrap up with the greening project. Thanks so much to the TNRD and our director Steve Rice for assisting the Club in securing this grant for the much needed improvements on our beloved Clemes Hall. The improvement NDI grant project is now underway, and I’m very pleased to say that the stage has arrived!

Desert Daze is back, Aug. 9-10

Yes, the stage is here in time for Desert Daze Festival 2013! Desert Daze presents over 15 musical performances, a child-friendly zone, summer fun activities like apple bobbing and seed spitting, pickling seminars, guitar workshops, First Nations demonstrations, agricultural displays, musical jam sessions, and vendors. This year’s headliners are: Tequila Mockingbird Orchestra, Miss Quincey and the Showdown, The River and the Road, and Saturday’s local dancing band – Richie and the Fendermen, and

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Mavourneen Varcoe-Ryan lots of other local talent will you keep you entertained throughout the two days. Friday, Aug. 9 from 1 pm – midnight. Saturday, Aug. 10 from 1 pm – midnight. Tickets at the gate. Cash Only, please. Children 10 and under admitted free. Thanks again to all the fans, volunteers, artists, vendors, sponsors and the community of Spences Bridge, and Spences Bridge Improvement District for all of your support and hard-work over the past three years and for this our 4th annual! Thanks to our sponsors: TNRD, CP, CN, B.C. Hydro, Belkorp, WRAPS, H.E. Mining and Excavating, Highland

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Elders Council making plans

Although summer is in full swing and folks are busy in their gardens or on holidays, the New Horizons Elders Council continues to meet and plan for events for the community. The latest was a meeting at the riverside. Wouldn’t you know, the only rainy day in three weeks I think! But several of us met and enjoyed a camp fire and shared some food and stories and took the time to voice our appreciation of each other. Watch for posters or information in the mail for the next event!

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COMMUNITY

Thursday, July 25, 2013 The Journal

Bernice Weihs-Torheiden and Clare Warner dish up the ice cream cones, floats and sundaes

The judges are here

and the Roundup Motel. The Clinton CiB Committee thanks everyone who Clinton CiB Chair Christine Johnstone (r) with judges Claire Laberge and Gerry Teahen at the came out to welcome the Community Welcome on Sunday, July 21. judges and to those who brought salads, etc. to share. The tour of the community was held on Monday, July 22 with visits to showcase all aspects of the comthis summer don’t blame Interior munity. Watch for information on that Roads. Blame the vandals who disnext week. abled a loader in the North Bonaparte gravel pit some time during Senseless Vandalism the first week of July. If people living in the North BonaIt appears that they arrived by Susan Swan parte area are wondering why their roads quads, did the damage and left 459-2224 or 2325 are slow to be graveled, graded, etc., again without being seen. All the countrysquire@ windows in the loadbcwireless.com er were smashed, caps removed from the gas tank, hydraulics, oil, The TNRD has advised that by midetc. and gravel poured into August they hope to have an e-waste colthe tanks and paperwork lection area at the Clinton Eco Depot (log books, registration, etc.) where residents can drop off their elecstrewn about on the ground. tronic waste. Ken Kelly of Interior Roads estimates the damClinton’s 50th Anniversary ages to be in the thousands To commemorate the 50th anniverof dollars. If anyone has any sary of the Incorporation of the Village knowledge of this incident of Clinton, the 150/50 Committee held or if anyone saw anything a Sock Hop and Ice Cream Parlour on suspicious in that area durTuesday, July 16th. ing that time they are asked We Invite You to Come Celebrate Our 27th Anniversary Attendees were encouraged to dress to call the Clinton RCMP at in the style of the early 1960s and music Come early to get a spot on one of the six types of tours 250-459-2221. of that era played throughout the event. some tours require tickets on a rst come basis One could enjoy ice cream cones, E-Waste Collection The Open House is a family day showcasing many floats and sundaes with all the toppings. A hastily planned easpects of the mine including interactive displays Acting Mayor Wayne Marchant read FREE waste collection was held and family entertainment: a letter of congratulations from MP Cathy GUIDED TOURS • RIH Foundation $Fundraising Games in Clinton on Monday, July • MINE OPERATIONS McLeod. • Uncle Chris the Clown 15 after one Clinton resi• MINE MAINTENANCE Over 50 people attended, enjoying the • Big Little Science Center • Informative Displays •ASSAY LABORATORY dent advised the TNRD that • Mine Rescue Demonstrations •RECLAMATION SITES classic vehicles parked outside the hall, he had collected about three •THE MILL • Children’s Copper Challenge the costumes, ice cream and music. pallets full of electronics and • Hot Dogs & Refreshments And So Much More! There are more 150/50 sanctioned wanted to get rid of them. He events to come so stay tuned! had them stored in his back • Open to all ages with some age restrictions on various tours • No booking required yard and hoped to get them • Industrial Setting • No Open Toed Footwear On Mill Tours Music in the Park moved out before the CiB Following opener Arlen Park, DusNO PETS judges arrived on July 21. tin Bentall and Kendel Carson took to the The Battery Doctor sent Everyone welcome stage in the second of the Music in the a truck and two men to ClinPark series in Reg Conn Centennial Park ton to pick up any e-waste in Clinton. anyone had collected. NoThe weather co-operated, there was tices were put out around a good crowd on hand and these two did town on July 11 and on the not disappoint. The lively tunes just kept Village website to let resion coming. dents know. The 150/50 Committee has done it By the time they packed again, bringing top-notch entertainment the truck to leave they had to Clinton. collected four pallets full (4’ There are two more such events when x 4’ x 8’ high). That is a lot Hwy 97C Logan Lake Ridley Bent takes to the stage on Aug. 10 of electronics that were kept For more information call 250-523-3802 or 523-3737 and Barney Bentall on Aug. 31. out of the landfill.

Claire Laberge of Montreal, QC and Gerry Teahen of St. Mary’s, ON arrived in Clinton on Sunday, July 21 to evaluate the Village of Clinton in the Communities in Bloom National Competition. A Community Welcome Dinner was held in their honour with 55 people attending. During the Welcome event all those attending judged the Funky Flowerpot Contest. The winners were picked by popular vote with each person attending getting one vote. At the end of the evening two of the entries had the same number of votes. One was residential and one commercial. Emerging as winners were entries by Margaret (Muggs) Fletcher

Clinton welcomes CiB judges

You’re Invited Highland Valley Copper

Open House

Monday August 5, 2013

Open House Hours: 8:30 am - 3:30 pm

STRIKING A BALANCE