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West Fraser Fire Department goes solar The Cariboo Regional District’s West Fraser Volunteer Fire Department has confirmed that installation of the first solar, LED street light in the region is now complete. Earlier this year, the department received a $5000 donation from BC Hydro to help increase safety through zero energy street lighting at the intersection of West Fraser and Jackpine Flats Roads. A crew installed the solar powered light on July 8, 2013 in front of the West Fraser Volunteer Fire Hall on Jackpine Flats Road. The new street light will
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will increase public safety at the intersection adjacent to the fire hall, in particular whenever firefighters and fire apparatus are responding to emergencies. “BC Hydro welcomes applications to our donations program from across the province to assist projects that align with our goals of environmental sustainability, youth and lifestyle and community leadership” says BC Hydro Community Relations Coordinator, Dave Mosure. Further information about this program is available online at bchydro.com.
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n the coming weeks, knotweed plants that have spread their roots and stems over the last few months, will begin producing delicate white flowers throughout the region. Be sure to know how to identify the knotweed varieties in our area to help stop the spread of these invasive plants. Though Japanese knotweed is the most dominant variety of knotweed infesting British Columbia; Himalayan, Bohemian and giant knotweed also exist. These bamboo-like plants, especially the Japanese variety have become one of the most prolific invasive plants in the world with serious infestations in the United Kingdom, the United States and even here in Canada. In fact, stiff regulations and policies have been developed within the United Kingdom to help address their Japanese Knotweed issue. Within the Cariboo Regional District (CRD), knotweed is a regulated plant species under the BC Weed Control Act and the CRD’s Invasive Plant Management Regulation Bylaw. Knotweed has the ability to spread very quickly because of its extensive root system which can reach 15–20 metres in length. Growth of new shoots can emerge up to 20 metres away from the parent plant and when a plant is disturbed, a hormone in the plant is released stimulating the growth of new shoots. Knotweed spreads vegetatively through its creeping root system; it rarely, if ever, spreads by seed. It can grow anywhere from one to
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Knotweed has been observed to grow in environments without sunlight, through building foundations and through five centimetres of asphalt. It is a huge threat to species diversity and wildlife habitat. For the most part, knotweed is no longer sold in nurseries but is still spread through people sharing garden plants, contaminated soil and root fragments drifting downstream in water. Knotweed has been found throughout the Cariboo Chilcotin mostly in gardens, but recently many new plant sites have been found in unauthorized garden waste dump sites. To keep this species from causing widespread impacts in the region, it is important to prevent its establishment in the first place. Do not purchase, trade or grow knotweed as there are better alternatives available including native plant species. If you have knotweed growing in your garden it is important to care for it in a manner that is not going to cause further spread. Be sure to bag any plant material in a heavy plastic bag and dispose the bag in the designated invasive plant bin at the Williams Lake, 100 Mile House, or Quesnel landfill sites. If you have any questions or concerns about knotweed or need some assistance in identification or management, contact the CRD’s Invasive Plant Management department at 250-392-3351 or toll free at 1-800-665-1636, or visit the website at cariboord.bc.ca. – submitted by Cariboo Regional District
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Countdown is on for Gold Pan Skyfest
hree days •Alcohol •Yes. Take as many until take •Cooking/barbecue pictures/videos as you off….Rain equipment like. or shine, come and •Pets Is smoking allowed? join us at the Quesnel May I leave and •Smoking is Airport for the 2013 re-enter the airshow only permitted in Skyfest Airshow Aug. during the day? designated areas. If Mary Sjostrrom 3 and 4; gates open at •Yes. you are caught 10 a.m. and the show What type of terrain smoking outside the MAYOR’S MESSAGE runs from 12 [noon] is the Spectator Area? designated area you weekend – $65 to 4:30 p.m. each day. weekend camping •The main viewing will be asked to leave. Check out the area is a cut hay Are first-aid facilities package – $135 autograph booth; The camping passes not field. A folding on site? Snowbirds and the chair or blanket is •Yes. Medical sold separately. F18 pilot, The Hornet Only available in the recommended. personnel will be on[a.k.a. Captain Are cameras and site and a first aid tent form of a weekend Pollen] will be video cameras will be set-up. camping package. available throughout allowed? Is there wheel-chair Package Includes: the day. • Camping pass – Whether you come three nights (Friday for one day, two days to Monday) or, camp and stay, I • Weekend family* welcome you to enjoy Pass for airshow this once in a lifetime (Saturday and opportunity. Sunday) Important Gate Tickets – Cash information for only access, safety and Adult Day Pass amenities: – $20 Parking: The City Youth Day Pass anticipates a record – $5 turnout that will Family Day Pass result in some traffic – $50 congestion. Please * Family Pass plan ahead by getting includes 2 adults and your tickets early to up to 4 youths (ages help shorten the wait 7-12) times. * FREE admission “No parking” signs for children ages 6 will be posted on and under Airport Road, as well What can I bring? as on the highway – •Family and Friends please adhere to these •Sunscreen signs to avoid your •A hat vehicle being towed •An umbrella or ticketed. •A camera Tickets: Cash only •Lawn-chair or at the gate, so get blanket yours in advance. •Ear-plugs Advance Tickets What can’t I bring? are available online •Large popor at the following up shading tents locations: Circle (umbrellas are S Western Wear, okay but please be Quesnel Visitor considerate of the Centre and the Cofellow attendees and Op Cardlock [Hwy don’t block anyone’s 97N]. view) Adult day pass – •Glass $15, weekend – $25 [Only allowed in youth day pass – $4 camping area] weekend – $7 family •Large coolers day pass – $40 – •Large back-packs
access? •Yes. There is handicap parking and a designated area for people with special needs. Ask the volunteers at the gate and they will direct you to the designated area. Are shaded areas available? •No. The main spectator area is an open field so we suggest that you bring an umbrella and sunscreen. Water
misters and a water play area for children will be set up. What amenities are offered onsite? •Food concessions of all varieties •Souvenir and Programs Booth •Portable restroom facilities throughout the show site •Lost and Found (Located at the First Aid Tent) •Autograph Booth •First Aid Attendants
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TOM FLETCHER Black Press A little-noticed federal ocean monitoring program around Kitimat is the clearest signal yet that the federal government is preparing the region for crude oil tanker traffic, Green Party MLA Andrew Weaver says. Weaver was catching up on his scientific reading after the B.C. election when he stumbled on a line – "almost a throwaway" – in the April issue of Canadian Ocean Science Newsletter. "A major initiative in planning is the complementary measures project for the area surrounding Kitimat British Columbia to support planned oil traffic," it says. Government scientists who developed the system in the Gulf of St. Lawrence say it is to help "search and rescue, oil spill response and to ensure safe and navigable waterways." Weaver said the project goes well beyond research, and represents a major ongoing budget commitment by Environment Canada and Fisheries and Oceans
Canada to forecast ocean conditions for oil tanker traffic. "My conclusion is, come hell or high water, the intention of the feds right now is to ship bitumen to Asia through Kitimat," Weaver said in an interview. "Whether it be through rail or through pipeline, it's going to happen, and I don't think that British Columbians are getting the whole picture here." Environment Canada spokesman Mark Johnson issued a statement confirming the program was funded in the 2012 federal budget, under the government's "responsible resource development" initiative.
Its purpose is to "to improve the scientific understanding of diluted bitumen products and to improve operational capabilities to provide timely scientific assessment in the event of an oil spill. "The Government of Canada is increasing research into non-conventional petroleum products to fortify Canada's marine prevention, preparedness and response capabilities. "In terms of ocean forecasting, Environment Canada Meteorological Service of Canada will bring specific contributions to the overall goal in the provision of highresolution surface winds forecasts along Obituary Tribute
Ken Fontaine June 13, 2013 Ken Fontaine passed away peacefully June 13, 2013 at Okanagan Hospice in Kelowna. He was predeceased by his wife Tanja of 29 years in 2005. Survived by loving family members and many friends.
Service to be held August 8th at 1 pm at Clayton’s Funeral Chapel followed by private family internment at Tranquility gardens. We will gathering at the OAP to share memories from 2:30 to 4:00 pm He will be missed by all.
the complex waterways from Kitimat to Hecate Strait area, as winds play an important role as input to oil spill modelling assessment." A federal assessment panel is preparing recommendations for the federal cabinet on the Enbridge Northern Gateway pipeline
project, which would deliver diluted bitumen from Alberta to the Kitimat port. Weaver said Ottawa's apparent rush to export heavy crude increases the pollution risk on land and ocean, and also works against development of a petrochemical industry in Canada.
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lections B.C. has approved Dana Larsen’s drive for a referendum on decriminalizing marijuana possession – a reminder that pot remains illegal, and unlike our neighbour in Washington state, our province and country remain far away from laws that take drug profits away from criminals. Any move to shake up drug laws in this country is seen as a good thing. But pot smokers shouldn’t have a victory toke yet – it’s not clear this referendum will even get off the ground, and, if it does, if the province will give it the time of day. Similar to the ultimately successful drive to oust the HST, Larsen and his supporters need to collect signatures of at least 10 per cent of elected voters in each of the 85 ridings. The gross mishandling of the HST by the Liberals made it easy to whip up voter anger. Many people in B.C. may support laxer laws around possessing marijuana, but the issue is unlikely to inflame the same passions as a government perceived as dishonest. The drive to create a marijuana referendum could help get votingadverse young adults more engaged in politics. If the referendum were to succeed anywhere in Canada, it should be B.C. But even if Larsen and his allies win, the victory will be non-binding and symbolic – the B.C. Liberals don’t have to support the vote. B.C. may have a permissive pot culture, but this isn’t the U.S., where, for better or worse, voter propositions are binding. And unlike Canadian provinces, states like Washington and Colorado will defy their federal government based on the will of the people. – Black Press
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.C. NDP president Moe Sihota says an external review of the party’s performance in the May election will “look very much at the DNA of the NDP.” Early signs are not encouraging. Start with the five-member panel announced to conduct the review. The required “labour” representation is in the person of Cindy Oliver, president of the union representing college and university instructors, and Andy Ross, expresident of COPE 378, which represents BC Hydro employees among others. Another appointee is NDP MP Jinny Sims, a former president of the B.C. Teachers’ Federation. If the party wants to further solidify its image as a lobby group for pensionsubsidized government unions, it’s off to a great start. The terms of reference defy parody. In addition to unions, the panel required “more than one woman.” A subcommittee may be struck, if it has representation from “youth, women, labour, visible minority, LGBTQ (lesbian, gay, bisesexual, transgendered,
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B.C. Views questioning).” I presume the party’s lengthy antiharassment policy will be read out to begin all meetings. Once they finally get down to business, the list of election campaign details they must examine is long. In addition to that, they must review “stakeholder relations including community leaders, business, social movement, ethnic communities, environmental movement, affiliated unions and the labour movement.” One of the excuses offered by leader Adrian Dix for the party’s defeat was the loss of 40,000 jobs in the B.C. forest industry. The suggestion is that those people left for Alberta, and if they were still here, they would have voted NDP. That presumed solidarity has never existed in the private sector, and in fact
firms out of business. Goodbye unionized private sector jobs. Dix’s last foray in question period before the summer legislature session adjourned was a demand for the government to order BC Ferries to build its next three ships in B.C. Leave aside the NDP’s uncritical zeal for state control, and their ill-fated experiment with aluminum fast ferries. The most likely bidder for this work is Seaspan, with shipyards in Esquimalt and North Vancouver. Seaspan is hiring almost 2,000 people to build ships for the Royal Canadian Navy and Coast Guard. It will be flat out to get that done, and the company president can’t yet say if it has the capacity and skilled labour to bid on BC Ferries ships too. Seaspan has to operate in the real world of limited resources. So does the NDP, but it’s not clear if they can find a way out of their thicket of special interests and stale economic notions. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com tfletcher@blackpress.ca
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the highest-paid union workers have good reason to vote for lower taxes. To confirm B.C. and Canada’s “progressive” tax system, all they have to do is look at their pay stubs. The mandate for this review mentions not one actual public policy issue. Here’s one the committee might kick around. Having lost the 2009 election campaigning against the carbon tax, the NDP is now calling for it to be increased and extended to greenhouse gases produced by industrial process emissions. A simple example is a cement kiln, which burns fuel to reach the temperature at which the components are partially burned and cement is produced. Cement manufacturers pay carbon tax on the fuel, whether it’s natural gas or shredded tires, but not on the process. B.C. cement makers are already pleading for relief, because the fuel-intensive process puts them at a price disadvantage with U.S. and Chinese producers. Further unilateral tax action by B.C. would only further increase imports, and potentially push B.C.
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The time for hidden truths is over Editor: Re: Freemasons are men of discretion, worthy of confidences, Cariboo Observer, July 24, 2013, A9 As a regular subscriber to your newspaper I’ve been following the series of recent articles regarding the Quesnel Masonic Lodge #69’s 100th Anniversary with some interest. Having spent many years studying world religions, occult (secret) societies, assorted philosophies and various spiritual paths, I found the history of freemasonry to be one of the more compelling and interesting of the mystery schools. The fact that
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freemasonry, I believe, deliberately shrouds itself in secrecy naturally makes it stand out, opening it up to all sorts of speculation as to its motivations and its practises. In his article Bill Cave states, “Why are the rituals and ceremonies secret? Tradition, more than anything — there have been times and places where promoting equality, freedom of thought or liberty of conscience was dangerous.” In light of my own personal experience over the past seven years – one involving a series of longstanding legal disputes over the issue of “freedom of
thought” it gives me pause to question Mr. Cave’s assertion that the “secrets” which the masonic order deem worthy of concealment may, in fact, truly be dangerous to the rest of the uninitiated inhabitants of this now beleaguered, war-torn and terrified world. As well, Mr. Cave’s statement “It is also possible to view masonic secrecy not as secrecy in and of itself, but rather as a symbol of privacy and discretion. By not revealing masonic secrets, or acknowledging the many published exposures, freemasons demonstrate that they are men of discretion,
worthy of confidences and they place a high value on their word and bond” begs the question as to why withholding of secrets ought to be construed as stemming from “discretion” and denoting they ought to be “worthy of confidences” and their “word” revered and respected. Could it be more out of “deception” rather than discretion that they don’t want the public to know what goes on behind closed doors? Having perused the website of the Grand Lodge of British Columbia and Yukon I immediately noted on their home page link “Anti-masonry” the very
same defensive arguments being presented as those promulgated by the masonic order known as B’nai Brith International, the very same group who instigated legal action against myself and my website back in 2007 and again in 2012. As a Christian and a believer in revealed (rather than hidden) truth I tend to view all secrecy, be it of governments, bankers, media and/or secret societies such as the freemasons, as not only obsolete but also potentially dangerous to the welfare of the people as a whole. The recent revelations of the US’s National Security Agency (NSA) and its
secret spying activities by whistleblower Edward Snowden is one of the more poignant examples of what I’m talking about. The time for hidden truths (if in fact that is what they are) is over. All things hidden must be revealed if we are to regain the most cherished treasures this earth has to offer, those being, world peace, harmony, environmental health, justice, freedom from want, truth and a brotherhood and sisterhood of open and fraternal communities willing to live in unity with each other and God’s creation. Arthur Topham Cottonwood, B.C.
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o Girls, healthy living fun sessions for Grade 6 and 7 girls are being offered. The seven sessions started July 30. There are six sessions on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from noon to 1:30. They will be held at North Cariboo Aboriginal Family program Society at 324 Hoy Street. This is a free awareness group to help girls with skills to make positive and healthy choices for themselves. Refreshments provided but not transportation. Call our office at 992-7257 for more information. Register for our 7th Annual Golf Tournament to be held at Richbar Golf and Gardens on Sunday, Sept. 8. Shot
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gun start at 1 p.m. Call us to register your team and you can also collect pledges online at bigbrothersbigsisters. ca Drop by the Little Big House, 368 Vaughan Street, to buy raffle tickets. First prize West Jet Flights for two anywhere in North America (excluding charter). Ashley Laupitz, Grade 12 graduate, is the recipient of BBBSQ scholarship. She was a Teen InSchool Mentor for two semesters. We had a great group of Teen In-School
Mentors again this year. Congratulations to all the 2013 graduates. We are presently recruiting for seniors to be In-School Mentors. It is a volunteer position for one hour per week. You would be matched with an elementary student in a school that is located near you. Call us for more information. We have raised more than $900 in our penny drive. We are still accepting donations. Thank you to everyone who has contributed in this ongoing fundraiser. Staples “Stock the Lockers” campaign
(Staples for Students) is launching July 27 and will continue to September 9. If your child is in need of help for school supplies, please call our office. We will put your name on a list for a gift card. They will be having a fun fair on August 17th. There will be a barbecue with hotdogs and burgers supplied by A&W Restaurant, Fun Fair games and raffles. Staples will appreciate donations of cash and/or school supplies. Maggie Bello is executive director of BBBSQ and regular Observer columnist.
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Top: Heather Hartridge enjoys the view of the Clark Fork River; bottom left: Heather outside cafe in Thompson falls, Montana; bottom right: Chris and Heather at Warmshowers host place in Missoula, Montana. Chris Hartridge photos
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ll things considered, our ride from Kamloops to Salt Lake City, Utah was going really well. Apart from being drenched in B.C. surrounded by “Severe Rainfall Warnings” we pushed on and were finally rewarded with the summer-like weather southern B.C. experienced around July 1. Eighteen days into the tour, we were camped south of the town Noxon, Montana on a beautiful The Hartridges section of Back of Beyond the Clark Fork River. In this tiny town, we experienced one of those serendipitous events that come out of nowhere. To set the scene, you need to know that I have guided cycle tours for the Adventure Cycling Association based in Missoula, Montana. On one of those tours, Les, from Spokane, WA was an eager participant. Over the 11-day tour, he and I formed a friendship and often rode together sharing stories of our lives and discussing all sorts of worldly things. I never expected to see him again. Years later, back in Noxon, Heather and I rolled right up to a small store that served up all sorts of goodies to tempt a sweaty cyclist. I was just pulling my gloves off and there he was! I’ll be honest, I couldn’t remember his name, but I totally remembered his face. “Hi! I know you!” I said sheepishly admitting my lack of recall. He said, “Thats OK,
I can’t remember your name either!” Soon the friendship was rekindled all the while pondering the odds of meeting one another under such circumstances. The three of us had a great evening sharing more stories and discussing the trend towards “downsizing” amongst retirees. We all wanted to get an early start to the next day’s ride so we said goodnight and retreated to our tents. I went to sleep still amazed by the chance encounter. During a deep sleep (cycle touring has that effect on you) we woke up to lights flashing outside the tent. I felt Heather nudging me on the shoulder to wake up. “What’s happening?” I said, still half asleep. “Listen, it’s thunder.” Sure enough, the lights were in the sky. Stepping out of the tent, I was met with a surreal landscape of pink and purple clouds lighting up when it was their turn, all being blown across the sky by a high wind. It was 4:30 a.m. As with any camping it’s no fun to get wet. With cycle touring it’s OK if you’re all battened down with rain gear on and things are packed away, but if things start to get wet, it’s hard to get them dry quickly and inevitably the additional moisture can add pounds to your load. With the tent still in nighttime mode, the race was on to pack up before the rains came. We knew we’d be fine cycling so that was the focus. With headlamps on we attempted a world record tear down, pack up. I think we achieved our own personal best. Good thing we have a place for everything and... well you know. Les on the other hand excelled at the task. He beat us hands down. He is by far the most meticulous bicycle gear packer I have ever seen. There he
was, ready to go. All panniers carefully secured and rain covers on the things that needed extra help. From head to to toe, rain hat over helmet, “Event” breathe-able, water proof clothes and shoe covers and the bike was ready with its high output flashing lights front and rear. Too cool. He even had his reflecting happy face logo proudly staring backwards from the bike. Wow. You can learn something every day on the cycle touring road. It was great to see Les, and we parted after some warm hugs, he going north, Heather and I going south. So, this brings us to today. We’re now
25 days into the ride and were camped at the bottom of the Chief Joseph Pass. At 7,241 feet, it’s the highest summit on the tour so far. Two days from now, we’ll tackle two passes in one day as we head down towards Jackson and Dillon, Montana. We’re feeling well and looking forward to the changing landscapes as we head towards Utah. We’ll keep posted when we can – down the road. Chris Hartridge is a biking enthusiast and regular Observer contributor.
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guess this will be goodbye and hello. After a number of years I’ve decided what’s needed for this column is a younger person with a fresh look at things for seniors in our community. Brenda Gardiner has offered to be your representative for which I am so grateful. Many thanks to you for your contacts over the years and I know I’m going to miss many parts of this endeavour. It has given me an opportunity to meet people, hear stories of their past and dreams for the future. I’ve seen changes over time at the Observer from when I began in the late 1970s I think with Bjorne Stavrem
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SENIOR’S UPDATE as editor in the upstairs of the building across from Intregris Credit Union, then upstairs across from Safeway, then in the Ernst building now occupied by the Salvation Army and finally to its present location in the old Royal Bank Building on Carson Avenue. Staff members have come and gone. New technology in print and photography has
replaced old ways of doing things. It boggles my mind how they can put together thoughts and ideas and turn them into something tangible on the printed page. It has given me a real appreciation of the value of written or printed word.
What a great fireworks display Those who had the opportunity to view the terrific fireworks display Sunday night, July 21, at the end of another very successful Billy Barker Days festival must feel as we did. Wow! Thanks to all responsible and for the many volunteers that made it all possible.
Seniors’ Day in the park was well attended by a number of seniors who enjoyed the music, refreshments and meeting many friends in LeBourdais Park under tents. Seniors from Prince George join us every year to make this a real party. I know there were generous donations from business and I’m afraid that if I mention some I’ll miss others so that thank you will be written up officially elsewhere. Again, thank you and I will continue seeing you. Not going anywhere. Goodbye. Ruth Scoullar is a seniors advocate and has been an Observer contributor for many years.
The Observer would like to thank Ruth for her many years of dedicated service to the paper and the community.
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QUESNEL ART GALLERY presents MUSEum. The opening for this exhibit is Aug. 9, 7 p.m. The show is a collaboration by the Quesnel Museum and the Art Gallery in celebration of the museum’s 50th anniversary. Local artists used museum artifacts to create inspiring works of art for display in the show. MUSEum runs through the month of August, Tuesday – Saturday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
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SATURDAY QUESNEL MUSEUM PRESENTS ANTIQUE APPRAISAL AFFAIR, Aug. 17, beginning at 9 a.m. To book an appt. call 250-992-9580 ($30 for 15 minute appointment, three
items max for each appointment with appraiser Ted Pappas.) Private appraisals of estates, etc. available upon request.
SUNDAY 7TH ANNUAL GOLF FOR KIDS SAKE, BBBSQ Sept. 8, 1 p.m. shotgun start, Richbar Gold Course. To register call 250-992-7257 or email, bisques@ goldcity.net. Download pledge sheet at bigbrothersbigsistersofquesnel.ca. Dinner included. Incentive prizes for pledged over $250.
ONGOING EVENTS BREAST CANCER SUPPORT GROUP meets last Thursday of the month at noon in the Legion for a luncheon meeting. For information call
Vi, 250-747-1130 or Cora, 250-992-9344. MUSIC IN SPIRIT SQUARE every Saturday, 12:20 – 1:30 p.m. following the Farmers’ Market, local musicians performing on the Spirit Square stage. KERSLEY HORSE CLUB GYMKHANA every Wednesday, 1801 Otter Road. We now have a novice class for open beginners and/or horses. Call Chelsea 250747-1632. HORSESHOES Monday and Wednesday, 6:30 p.m. fun nights. Club tournaments once a month. Bring your back yard game to the club. No one is expert or professional, just friendly competition. For more information
call 250-747-1872. LAWN BOWLING, West Fraser Timber Park, Wednesday, 10 a..m., Thursday, 6:30 p.m., Saturday, 6:30 p.m., Sunday, 2 p.m. A game similar to curling. Challenging exercise and fresh air for ages 10 and up. For more information call 778-414-7733. QUESNEL LIONS MONTHLY GARAGE SALE on the last Saturday of every month at Maple Park Mall, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Hot dogs and coffee will be available. BAKER CREEK ENHANCEMENT SOCIETY (BCES) works to promote public awareness, stewardship, and restoration of the local environment. Please join us on the third Monday of every
month at noon in the Nature Education and Resource Centre located in West Fraser Timber Park.
help the veterans. Donations can be dropped off at the Legion or call Ken, 250-747-4951.
CALM YOUR LIFE MEDITATION AT HIGH GROUND HEALING, 256 Reid St. every Thursday by donation.
OAPO ACTIVITIES, summer activities – Monday – whist, pool; Friday – crib, pool; doors open at 12 noon. No kitchen services, bring your own lunch or snacks. For details call Golden Centre, 250-991-0090.
BELL RINGING beginners, Monday’s 10 a.m., Quesnel Seniors’ Centre. For information phone 250-992-6957. CARIBOO MINING ASSOCIATION meets the second Sunday of the month at 1 p.m. at the Seniors’ Centre. LEGION FLEA MARKET, Wednesday – Saturday, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Donations greatly appreciated. Help the Legion
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Besides the extreme entertainment value of an airshow, there are a few things to keep in mind to ensure maximum enjoyment. Airshow aircraft flying overhead begins a few days before the Aug. 3 – 4 event and organizers are recommending those in the surrounding areas adjacent to the airport need to keep in mind the affect such noise can have on their livestock and pets who may not appreciate the loud sounds coming from the sky. For the safety of pets, animals and livestock, ensure they are in a safe place where they cannot get out if they panic over the sound. “We want to ensure everyone can enjoy our event safety and that includes our furry friends as well,” Skyfest media spokesperson Sharon MacDonald said. “Also remember that pets, alcohol, glass bottles and large coolers are not permitted on the airport grounds during Skyfest. Smoking on site is in designated areas only.” Tickets for day passes and weekend passes will also be available at the gate but not at the advance price and with
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Jonas Gagnon Sports Reporter
Iron, smoke and fire
Nothing beats the drama of black powder JONAS GAGNON Observer Reporter With ribbet-rabbit rustlers and Camels run amok in Rope Burn City, the bounty collectors had their hands full of iron and fire protecting the fine denizens of the Cariboo. Though lacking the characteristic clink of the spur-percussioned cowboy gate, the bounty collectors made up for the lack with fire, smoke explosions and perfectly timed quips to deal with the no-goodknicks sneaking in from Spuzzum to steal the prized pig or the outlaws skulking behind trees. “You can’t skulk by me, you villains,” Big Nose Bob roared, slamming his axe into the chopping block, then drew his six-shooter with (non) serious intent.
His rifle roared and smoke and fire poured forth, but the villains weren’t vanquished yet. With the far skulkers scared and scramming, he moved onto his shotgun to pockmark the braver villains and then it was on to pistol work, skinning his smoke wagons and showing what he could do. Thirteen brave souls joined The Rope Burn City Bounty Collectors last weekend to keep the Cariboo safe, braving overcast weather, the odd sprinkle and chilli with the kick of a black powder .45 Colt. Like any hero, the posse members had names befitting their wild west antics, from Dead Man’s Hand, to Chicken Merango to Miss Cara Boo Belle. After clearing the skulkers, they moved on to freeing Big Ernie, the Cariboo’s
Clockwise from Top: Dead Man’s Hand demonstrates the drama of black powder with a blast of muzzle fire; Sassy Sixgun shoots, duelist style, at the pig rustler; Lead Hand Lars fills the shooting range with black powder smoke; Porcupine sits at ease in the rocking chair before setting his guns to good use. Jonas Gagnon photos
favourite hog and leaving the field of battle obscured by the fog of war, other ways known as black powder smoke. The Bounty collectors started Saturday protecting Flaubert the Ribbet-Rabbit, a cross between a frog and a rabbit, from the notorious cad Charles Darwin, who planned to steal it and add it to his list of discoveries. Next up they cleared the trees of skulking villains then went on to protecting Big Ernie from bacon speculators. After a busy morning, The Rope Burn City Bounty Collectors took a break for a launch of chilli and biscuits. After lunch, the posse warmed up with some varmint shooting’ and finished off hunting the camels that infests Rope Burn City. The weekend was rounded out by side
matches on Friday and a steel shoot on Sunday. The weekend, which is half dressup, interactive theatre and skills competition, is put together locally by the Cowboy Action Shooters of the Quesnel Rod and Gun Club. Posses across North America take part in similar Cowboy Action Shoots, with large, national meets taking place to find the quickest draw in the west. This shoot welcomed a couple visitors, including a shooter from Ontario, who was in the Cariboo on vacation and joined in on the fun. For information about the club contact the Quesnel Rod and Gun Club or go to the website at http://www. quesnelrodandgun.ca/category/cowboyaction-shooting.
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July 28 - August 3, 2013 Young, soon-to-be football players do the bear crawl at the fun skills camp ahead of the opening of football season.
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Football season begins Jonas Gagnon Observer Reporter After years of hiatus, the Quesnel Minor Football club is fielding a team once again. “What we’re really trying to do is develop football in the North,” Mike Keryluik, the driving force behind the league, said. It is still early in the season, so numbers are not concrete yet, but Keryluik is optimisitic about putting together an atom and peewee team to compete against Prince George and Vanderhoof though both could use some more players. The junior-bantam team is desperate for more players. Ideally, the league is looking for 13 players and up for each team. The club is designed to filter up
into highschool ball and has help from the Correlieu team. Currently, with families on summer break, the league is down players, but hopes that as the school season starts up and families filter home that more players were funnel into the program. “We’re hearing more and more, ‘yeah I want to play but we’re away right now,” Keryluik said. Currently, the club is calling itself the Cariboo Bombers in homage to the bombers that flew in to put out the Cariboo high school fire, which is where the team plays. The club’s equipment room is the only thing left of the school. The season kicks off on Sept. 7 in Prince George with a 40 year anniversary celebration and games against P.G. and Vanderhoof.
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Gordon Johnston, head of the trap shooting section of the Quesnel Rod and Gun Club, presents Dr. Frikkie Badenhorst with his badge for fifty shots in a row. Trap practice is every Sunday afternoon and visitors are welcome. Contributed photo
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On offer at Valley Auction Ltd. July 18, 2013 Head of Livestock 296 Number of Buyers 25 Baby Calves ............................. $100.00 $160.00 Veal Calves .............................. $ -$ -D 1-2 Cows ............................. $ 75.00 $ 85.75 D 3-5 Cows ............................. $ 63.00 $ 72.00 Holstein Cows .......................... $ 30.00 $ 69.75 Bulls ........................................ $ 80.00 $ 94.00 Bred Cows ............................... $ -$ -Cow Calf Pairs ......................... $1085.00 $1300.00 FEEDER CATTLE DIVISIONS (prices quoted per 100 lbs.) Steer Calves 300 - 400 ............ $ -$ -Steer Calves 400 - 500 ............ $ -$ -Steer Calves 500 - 600 ............ $ -$ -Steer Calves 600-700 .............. $128.00 $132.50 Feeder Steers 700-800 ............ $118.00 $125.00 Feeder Steers 800-900 ............ $114.50 $117.50 Feeder Steers 900-1000 .......... $ -$ -Heifer Calves 300 - 400 ........... $ -$ -Heifer Calves 400 - 500 ........... $ -$ -Heifer Calves 500 - 600 ........... $ -$ -Heifer Calves 600 -700 ............ $ -$ -Feeder Heifers 700 - 800 ......... $112.00 $116.50 Feeder Heifers 800 - 900 ......... $ -$ -Feeder Heifers 900 - 1000 ....... $ 97.00 $ 108.50 HOGS, SHEEP & GOATS Sows ....................................... $ 75.00 $110.00 Feeder Pigs.............................. $ -$ 85.00 Feeder lambs ........................... $ 85.00 $125.00 Lambs & Ewes ......................... $up to $150.00 Goats ....................................... $12.50 $155.00
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Quesnel & District Hospice Palliative Care Association Your tax-deductible donation either to continuing palliative care services or to Quesnel Hospice House will assist those living with or affected by life-threatening illnesses, by providing dignified care and comfort. Donations may be sent to: Quesnel & District Hospice Palliative Care Association PO BOX 4537, Quesnel, BC V2J 3J8 Volunteer Co-ordinator/Grief Counsellor 250-985-5815 Executive Secretary/Donations 250-985-5816
Coming Events FREE consumer education course, sponsored/funded by Northern Health, for individuals living with a mental illness. The course is called Your Recovery Journey: meaning, management, and medication. Courses will be held at G.R. Baker hospital starting September 9, 2013 and runs for 10 sessions. For more information and/or to register contact Gail at 250-316-4111 or g a i l _ r u t l e d g e @ ya h o o. c o m . Space is limited so register early!
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Little female dog went missing from Lomar Trailer park on Elm St. on July 13. She answers to Calvin. She is a chocolate brown pomeranian/chihuahua mix. She looks closer to chihuahua with her hair cut short. There is a very sad little boy that is anxious for her return. If you have seen this little dog, call 250-983-9694.
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Registry Technician/ Justice of the Peace Quesnel, BC A unique role for a skilled administrative professional As a Registry Technician/Justice of the Peace, you provide Justice of the Peace Services for the Provincial Court and Deputy Registrar Services for the Supreme and Provincial Courts, in addition to providing technical and administrative assistance within the Registry. You are an eective communicator with conict resolution skills and knowledge of the judicial system and court functions. The successful candidate must have or be able to qualify for an appointment as a Justice of the Peace in the Province of British Columbia. If you are seeking to advance your career in an independent, multifaceted role, this may be the position you are looking for. To learn more and to apply online by August 5th, 2013 visit:
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Employment Help Wanted LICENSED AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN Nelson Ford, in Nelson BC, is looking for the right technician to service our customers. We offer factory Ford training, competitive wages, and great benefits. Salary dependent on experience $28 - $35/hr based on Ford training. Will consider 3rd/4th year apprentice. Send resume to rmcmahon@nelsonfordsales.com or fax 250-352-7282
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FARM MOVING/GARAGE SALE Aug 3 & 4 - 8am - 8pm both days Antiques, China for mosiac work, ATV & Trailer, Harrows, JD Cat, Garden stuff, Household goods, Pipe heavy wall, Saddles, Sports Equip, Tack, Tools, Wood, A little of everything. Worth the drive - 38kms south of Sandman - 2980 Alexandria South Ferry Rd, turn at Alexandria refuse stn. keep right, only house on road, watch for signs. (250) 747-5267.
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1986 Mobile on 5 acres. 3 Bed + Den 1 Bath 1100 sq ft. 2 stall barn w/tack/grain room + hay storage. Entire property is fenced + cross fenced. Riding ring + round pen. 4 storage sheds. 1533 Winword Rd. Quesnel. $172,000. 250-2496802
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Estate Auction Saturday, August 10th @ 11:30AM 2159 Williams Rd., Quesnel Phone BC Auctions: (250)992-2459/(250)983-1239 For complete List. No viewing prior to Sale Day.
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Feed & Hay HORSE Hay for sale, 60 lbs squares, no rain, undershed. $5.50. 250-747-8416
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PANORAMIC 58 Acres along West Fraser RD. 35 Acres in Hay. $124,900. 780-394-7088
Duplex/4 Plex 3bdrm/1bath Unit in 4-Plex. Avail. Aug. 1st, f/s, w/d included, new reno’s, n/s, n/p, $750/mo.You pay Utilities. Call 992-6629/255-4744
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Two house trailers on 1 acre Beautiful property, quiet neighbourhood Close to schools and shopping City sewer & deep well 1894 Beach Cres. Quesnel, BC $168,500.00 Ph: 250-747-3361 Cell: 250-991-8061
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Fruit & Vegetables
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Fruit Growers from Penticton will be at the Quesnel Farmer’s Market on Saturdays and the Williams Lake Farmer’s Market on Fridays
Canning Special - Cherries $
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2011 Show Modular Home For Sale! 16x80 ft. Many extras! Must be moved. Call (250)747-3298 $110,000 98’ Moduline mobile home to be moved. 14x70’ & 14x10’ addition. Vaulted ceilings, AC, 3br, 1ba. New roof, hwt, floors, many upgrades t/o. All appliances included. Very clean, must see!!! Save the taxes $75,000. Call Mike @ 250991-9149 FACTORY DIRECT Wholesale CSA certified modular homes, manufactured/mobile homes and park model homes, we ship throughout Western Canada. Visit us online at www.hbmodular.com or call 1-877-976-3737.
Commercial Spaces for Lease: 800 SQ FT (394 Anderson Dr.) and 1375 SQ FT (388 Anderson Dr.) Next to Gold Pan City Dance in West Village- Call (250) 983-9938
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RV Sites REDUCED SUMMER pricing. Beachfront Avorado RV Resort. New sites for sale $44,500. Co-op Resort w/Lifetime Ownership! Call (250)228-3586 or online at: www.avorado.com
Other Areas 20 ACRES FREE! Own 60 acres for 40 acre price/payment $0 Down, $198/mo. Money Back Guarantee, No Credit Checks. Beautiful Views, West Texas. Call 1800-843-7537. www.texaslandbuys.com
Rentals Apt/Condo for Rent WILKINSON APARTMENTS 398 Roddis Dr. Quiet, Secure 1 & 2 bdrm suites. Elevator & laundry facilities. References Required. Move-In Incentives Available. Call 250-992-8949
Retail/Office Space 146 Barlow St. downtown core - Approx. 1100 sq ft - street level, 1100 sq ft upper level. Can be rented separately. Call Brian @ (250)992-0177. Available immediately.
Duplex / 4 Plex Newly painted unit in desirable North Quesnel. Cute 2bdrm lower level suite in newer home close to schools, shopping, transit & more. Newer laminate flooring, fridge, stove, w/d, storage shed included. $650 + Utilities. N/S, N/P. Call (250)991-6358 Quality reno’d apartments in North Quesnel, avail. Aug. 01st, suitable for mature, working person/couple or for seniors, n/s, n/p, references required, washer & dryer included. 250-992-5992.
Office/Retail Office space avail. at Fraserview Medical Building next to hospital, suitable for professional offices; medical, legal, accounting and other consulting businesses. Please call Ideal Properties 250-992-5992 •
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2001 Pontiac Grand Am
Located in the desirable Uplands area Spacious 2 bdrm, 2 bath suites Free Hot Water
Call Shawna
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Sunroof, spoiler, style steel wheels, 190 km’s, V6 Great on Fuel! $2,950 Call 1 (250)255-4509
Beautiful 1990 Cadillac Sedan Deville
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FIR Crest Apartments - 1 & 2 bdrm suites, North Quesnel. N/P, no parties. (250)992-6593/(250)255-6593
Commercial/ Industrial 2nd storey busy building 470 S/F. Recent renos. $400/mo + taxes. Includes heat, hydro & A/C. 295 S/F basement suite recent renos, $190/mo +tax. Call Wes: 250-992-5665.
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1999 Damon Challenger Class A Motorhome, Ford V10, 33’, one slide, 92,000 km, new tires, brakes & batteries, $27,500 obo. (250)365-7152 Castlegar
FREE Removal of Car, Trucks, etc., & Scrap Metal. CASH for METALS. Call (250)983-1191
Apt/Condo for Rent
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$7,950
Will consider Pad Rental in Country Setting with purchase.
The Renaissance I & II have great new management, new direction, great residents and a great new reputation you may not have heard!
2003 WESTWIND 278 TRAVEL TRAILER
We currently have some great 2 bedroom suites worth comparing before deciding your new apartment. From $650.00
fully serviced 4.3L VOLVO PENTA engine, removable side windows for more fishing room, tilt steering, removable seats with interchanging seat posts, rear entry ladder, front control for rear leg trim, full cover with anti pooling poles, electric motor off bow for fishing, custom matched trailer, Bimini top.
Legal Notices
Notice of Exclusion Application
Regarding Land in the Agricultural Land Reserve I, David & Colleen Zacharias of 1503 Dragon Lake Road intend on making an application pursuant to Section 30(1) of the Agricultural Land Commission Act to exclude from the Agricultural Land Reserve the following property which legally described as, Lot A D.L. 5440 Cariboo District and located at 1503 Dragon Lake Rd. Any person wishing to express an interest in the application may do so by forwarding their comments in writing to, Cariboo Regional District Suite D at 180 N. 3rd Ave W.L. by August 14, 2013.
Tenders
Tenders
Cariboo Regional District
INVITATION TO
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250-316-1213
WILDWOOD SANITARY SEWER LIFT STATION IMPROVEMENTS
Front bedroom, Jack n Jill bunks, slide out couch, solar panel, A/C, awning, TV, extra fresh water tank. Excellent condition. $16,500. 250-992-5303/250-992-3373
Sealed Tenders clearly marked “Wildwood Sanitary Sewer >iŌ StaƟon /mprovements͟ will be received at the ariboo Zegional istrict Kĸce, Suite , 180 Eorth Third Avenue, Williams >ake, s2' 2A4, up to 2:00 pm local Ɵme, Wednesday, August 14, 2013. Tenders will be opened in public in the ariboo Zegional istrict Kĸce at 2:00 p.m. on the tender closing date.
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2003 Four Winns Fish & Ski Freedom 180 F/S,
This is really a great boat!! $15,000 obo. (250)354-7471 Nelson
For sale: 1986 Ford one tonne with 9 ft. Western snow plow. 70k on rebuilt 460 (on propane) and drive train. $2,500. 250-249-0060.
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1 Owner, 66 original km’s Fully equipped, Brand new Bridge Stone Tires, Maroon Interior, Garage Kept This vehicle is ready for Collector Plates. $6,950 Call (250)992-8747
2006 - GM Avalanche 123,000 km, 37,000 on warranty, power D/W/M & Driver seat , auto , A/C , Good mud/snow tires. Reduced! $11,900 OBO. Must Sell! Call (250)-992-8841
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Cariboo Place Apt. 625 Reid St. Adult oriented 2 bdrm suite available Call for appointment 250-992-3036
2005 80W Adventurer Camper Options- Propane stove, two way refrigerator, propane furnace, toilet, ladder, luggage roof rack, CO2 and smoke detectors, full electrical hook up, $7,500. 250-249-0093
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WOODGROVE MANOR
FROM $600/mo Quiet. Secure. Clean. Seniors and families welcome.
1500 CC, 39000 KMs, one owner. Pearl white, lots of extras. Excellent shape. $10,000 Phone Dwain: 250-992-7658
Homes for Rent 2 bdrm older log home 10 mins. North of town for rent. Wood/elec. heat. Clean, new paint throughout. Incl. D/W, W/D, F/S. Must be able to haul water, 425 gallon water tank provided & fill up. References required. Responsible persons only, pets negotiable. Suitable for single person or couple. $650/mth + util. 250-992-9224.
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HONDA GOLD WING FOR SALE 1995, 20th Anniv. Special
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$
4495 plus HST
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classifieds@quesnelobserver.com 188 Carson Avenue 250-992-2121
The project consists of improvements to the Wildwood Sanitary >iŌ StaƟon and comprises the following works and approximate quanƟƟes: ͼ /nstall and commission owner supplied 1.8m diameter 7.4m tall Įbreglass reinforced plasƟc liŌ staƟon ͼ /nstall and commission owner supplied diesel backup pumping system. ͼ onstruct cast-in-place concert foundaƟon for owner supplied liŌ staƟon and backup diesel pumping system. ͼ Tie proposed liŌ staƟon and backup pumping system into exisƟng sanitary sewer system including piping, valves, Įƫngs, and system bypass. ͼ onstruct 200 sq.m crushed gravel parking area. ͼ onstruct 21m of 2.4m tall chain link fencing including gates. Tender ocuments are available electronically on the ariboo Regional District website www.cariboord.bc.ca. Printed copies are available from the oĸce of TRhE onsulƟng ;Williams >akeͿ at a cost of Ψ50.00, which is non-refundable. A Planholder RegistraƟon Form must be completed and faxed to TRhE onsulƟng in order to receive any addendums andͬor addiƟonal informaƟon regarding this tender. /t is the sole responsibility of the Planholder to ensure that the RegistraƟon Form has been received by TRhE onsulƟng. Tenders received aŌer the closing Ɵme will be returned unopened. The lowest or any Tender will not necessarily be accepted. A voluntary site meeƟng will be held at the Wildwood >iŌ StaƟon at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, August 7, 2013. Engineer TRhE onsulƟng Suite 10ϲ ʹ 1ϵ7 Second Ave E Williams >ake, . . s2' 1 5
Owner ariboo Regional District Suite D ʹ 180 Eorth Third Ave Williams >ake, , s2' 2A4
Phone: ;250Ϳ 305-ϲϲ05 Fax: ;250Ϳ 305-ϲϲ15 ontact: William amsey, P.Eng.
Phone: ;250Ϳ 3ϵ2-3351 Fax: ;250Ϳ 3ϵ2-2812 ontact: Ditch Dinchau, Danager of Environmental Services
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Billy Barker Days 2013 Thank You Volunteers Bethel Church Clean Up Crew, John Salewski and Fire Crew - Teddy Bear and Tooth Booth - Melissa Kost, Morgan Riley Chelsea Fenton, Lisa Wasstrom, Shelley Swaile, Kari Delwisch, Tyanna Huetzelmann, Dr. Descksen, Lyndsay Robinson, Amy McMartin, Daisy Herbert - Souvenir Booth Volunteers - Pat Cortens, Mgmt at Quesnel Post Office, Rosemarie Shopa, Barb Knudson, Carolyn Bartel, Cathy Walsh - Seniors Day Volunteers Jenna McLennan, Kurtis Ford, Katherine Greenwood, Nancy Gagnon, Rae Daggitt, Ken Last, Tammy Raynor, Joyce Standbridge, Ken Mooney, Linda North, Roger North, Neelam Jassal, Karnjit Jassal, Baljit Badhan, Joyce Campbell - Billy Barker Days First Aid - Craig Delwisch, Bryce Willison, Rino Dinu, Brent Woods, Rob Rolfe - Kids Day Volunteer - Neelam Jassal, Karnjit Jassal, Baljit Badhan, Jenna McLennan, Joyce Standbridge, Hailey Nazaruk, Melinda Nazaruk, David Kopetski, Katherine Greenwood, Pauline Pontious, Libby Sherwood, Freya Jonasson, Emily Logie-Smith, Selena Weiers, Kayti Randall, Naomin Manning, Kelsey Rampage, Hailey Soderman, Courtney Moore, Rainbow Donald, Naturlyn Donald, Sabrina Soderman, Makhayla Rampage, Madeline Peterson, Charolette Gutfriend, Kathy Breadner, Lora-Lee Murphy
Winners:
Lucky Free Draw Winners
1st Prize - Custom Polishing & Wax Car Detailing - Illa Charley
2nd Prize - Richbar Nursery Golf & Gardens - One 10 Round Punch Pass & One 5 Round Punch Pass - Darlyn Alec 3rd Prize - Big Canyon Rafting - 2 Person Rafting Trip - Karl Pfeifer 4th Prize - Quesnel & District Arts & Rec - Three Month Pass - Roy Cardwell 5th Prize - Barkerville Historic Site - Two Adult Packages - Bella Hjorth
Maureen Sanderson Lisa Wasstrom Martin Runge Joyce Campbell
Volunteer Draw Winners Brent Woods Kathy Breadner Laura Van Schaic Stephen Dobson
Emily Logie-Smith David Kopetski Madeline Peterson
Business Decorating Winners Most Humorous Carters Jewellers Best Dressed Staff Kids Kare Centre
Best Window Painting Kids Kare Centre Best All Round Decor Kids Kare Centre
Best Window Display Scotiabank Bank Challenge Scotiabank
Billy Button Winning Numbers
1st Prize - 2276
2nd Prize - 0990
3rd Prize - 1104
Mystery Bonus Winners 1 - 0070
2 - 1995
3 - 1465
4 - 2481
Pie Eating Winners
Adult - Dillon Mead
Floats
Child - Elijah
CRD - Best out of City Float Shiraoi Twinning - Best Club Float Quesnel Library - Best Children’s Float Wildfire Management - Best Commercial Float Northern Stripe Paintball - Honorary BB 40th Float
Wheeled & Antique 1960 Corvette Convertible - 1960 Stock Quesnel Antique Machinery Park - Best Antique Equipment Cariboo Big Rig Show n’ Shine - Other Wheeled Wayne Wark ( 1953 Fargo / 1970 Restored ) - Best 1900
Horse & Rider, Best Drill & Marching Band Triple J Ranch - Horse and Rider, Other Quesnel Quadrill - Best Riding Club Barkerville ( Horse & Rider ) - Billy Barker Theme Cariboo Mining Association - Horse Drawn Entry
Family
Music
Masonic Family Shrine Band - Marching Band Prince George Pipe Band - Best Pipe Band Masonic Family - Keystone Kops - Marching Unit Dene Nation - Best Musical Band Masonic Family - Kamloops Motor - Best Drill Team Booster Juice - Best Mascot
Presidents Post Festival Message 2013 Quesnel has celebrated the 40th nnual Billy Barker Days Festival in fine fashion. What an awesome weekend! We had terrific weather, food, fun, music and a park full of people - all the makings for a great party. Thank you Quesnel, for the 40th time, you hosted a Fabulous Free Family Festival.
See you July 17th - 20th, 2014.
STAKE YOUR CLAIM TO THE GOOD TIMES! Elaine Kopetski, Presidents Quesnel Billy Barker Days Society
Festival Results at www.billybarkerdays.ca