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Below-average fire season expected to heat up Kamloops This Week

Clearwater hosts kayak fest Kayakers on the Clearwater River paddle past Spahats Creek during preliminaries for the downriver race at Clearwater Kayak Festival 2013. Paddlers from all over the world took part in the event, which was held the July 27/28 weekend. For more photos, see pages A10 and A11 inside. Photo by Keith McNeill

A decade ago, residents of the Kamloops region were sweltering through a heat wave that had seen daily highs rarely dip below 30 C. The city — and the Interior — was resigned to another hot summer, blissfully unaware that, within a week, one of the worst wildfire seasons to hit the area was about to erupt. From the first spark that started a massive wildfire in McClure on July 30 to the spreading devastation that devoured homes in Kelowna in the weeks that followed, 2003 is likely remembered for evacuations, smoke and tired, heroic firefighters. This year’s fire season is a long way from that time, said Michaela Swan, a fire-information officer in the Kamloops fire centre. As of July 24, the centre had dealt with just 106 wildfires, well below the 10-year average of 243, Swan said. By this point in 2009, for example, there had been 428 fires and, just before the conflagration broke out in 2003, there had been just 236 wildfires by this time. In 2011 — one of the quieter seasons for the centre, Swan said — there had been just 94 fires. In terms of land this year’s crop of fires has engaged, the total to this week is 1,684 hectares, also down from the 10-year average of 2,546. However, said Kayla Pepper, another fire-information officer with the Kamloops centre, the expectation is the numbers will start to increase substantially. “We haven’t seen any lightning storms yet,” Pepper said, “but we’re expecting them to start.” Experience has shown that, at the end of the fire season, which officially begins April 1,

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ity have been person-caused, she said. The fire rating remains high in Kamloops and at extreme in other parts of the centre, Pepper said, and the tinder is dry. “We’re expecting the drying trend to continue.” The Kamloops Fire Centre stretches from the northern border of Wells Gray Park near Blue River to the United States border to the south, and from the Bridge River Glacier west of Gold Bridge to the Monashee Mountains east of Lumby. Based out of Kamloops, it employs 47 permanent staff and a large number of seasonal support staff, including dispatchers and firefighters. Of the 234 highly trained seasonal firefighters, 81 are members of three-person initial-attack crews. They are usually the first deployed to a fire and travel by either helicopter or truck. The other 140 firefighters are divided into seven 20-person crews that generally work on larger fires.

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Christy Clark pitches carbon tax to premiers By Tom Fletcher, Black Press Premier Christy Clark is pitching B.C.’s carbon tax to her fellow premiers, bolstered by a study that shows it is reducing fossil fuel use compared to other provinces. As premiers gathered Thursday in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ont. for a Council of the Federation meeting, B.C. Environment Minister Mary Polak said B.C. needs other

provinces and U.S. states to get on board before moving further on carbon pricing. Introduced in 2008, B.C.’s carbon tax now adds about seven cents to the cost of a litre of gasoline, with comparable taxes on coal, fuel oil, propane and other fuels. Legislation requires that carbon tax revenue be offset by reductions in business and personal income tax, so it encourages fuel efficiency. The B.C. Liberal

Party campaigned in the May election to freeze the rate for five years. Polak said results so far show it is reducing per-capita fuel consumption without depressing the overall economy, but the province has gone as far as it can on its own. The study by University of Ottawa law professor Stewart Elgie found that percapita use of fossil fuels has declined, while it has increased in the rest of Canada.

“B.C.’s carbon tax shift is only four years old, so it is too early to draw firm conclusions, but its greenhouse gas reductions are trending in the same direction as those seen in European countries with more than 15 years of data,” the study says. “Indeed B.C.’s reductions to date appear to be even greater, consistent with the fact that its carbon tax rate is now higher and more comprehensive than most European countries.” Canadian Public Policy Study shows recession-related reduction in per-capita fossil fuel use, followed by continued drop in B.C. and rise in the rest of Canada

NDP environment critic Spencer Chandra Herbert agreed that the carbon tax is working, but said the five-year freeze indicates the government has lost its leadership position. The NDP is calling for the tax to be extended to emissions from industrial processing such as cement making, which

is currently subject to tax only on natural gas or other fuel used. Polak said some industries are already at a disadvantage because B.C. is going it alone. Other jurisdictions need to put a price on carbon emissions before B.C. can expand the tax or raise the rate further, she said.

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A wood dust audit standard aimed at increasing safety at sawmills has been developed by a group representing 10 major forest companies operating in B.C. The move follows WorkSafeBC investigations into explosions at sawmills in Burns Lake and Prince George last year that killed four workers and injured dozens of others. The wood dust audits to start this fall will be conducted independently by firms such as PricewaterhouseCoopers, KPMG and possibly insurance companies. The companies involved in building the audit standard were Canfor, West Fraser, Tolko, Interfor, Western Forest, Sinclair Group, Hampton Affiliates, Weyerhaeuser, Conifex and Dunkley. The audits will include an examination of the safety inspection history at the mill, as well as a review of any incidents involving dust, including fires. The audit program will be shared at no cost with mills across B.C. and Alberta. DINNER IS ON ME I will buy you a $100 meal when you buy a car from me!

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Star Gazing Festival coming on Aug. 8 at the Buffalo Ranch Times Staff Look forward to another evening of learning and entertainment as Wells Gray Country services committee hosts the seventh Star Gazing Festival on Thursday, Aug. 8. The event will once again be held at the Trophy Mountain Buffalo Ranch (20 km up the road to Wells Gray Park). Gates will open at 7:30, with the presentation to start at 8:30. Admission will be by donation. Once again, Bill Burnyeat, a native Vancouverite with a lifelong passion for the stars, will do a presentation on various features of the night sky for the Stargazing Festival. Raised and educated in the Lower Mainland, Burnyeat was a daily newspaper reporter in the early 1980s, but changed hats to become the community astronomer at the HR MacMillan Space Centre. For more than 20 years, he has visited schools, communities, and clubs all over British Columbia to put on astronomy presentations. Burnyeat also taught night school

and continuing education in schools and at University of British Columbia, where a telescope-making course flourished briefly. Since 2001, Burnyeat has been the resident astronomer at the British Columbia Institute of Technology, where he operates the 75-seat planetarium star theatre. Each summer, he leads a community astronomy tour of the province, during which a large telescope is trucked around provincial parks, enabling visitors to get a chance to see the stars in pristine outdoor conditions. A number of telescopes will be available and so participants will have a chance to view some stars and planets following Burnyeat’s presentation. A concession will sell drinks and snacks, while Success by 6 will have a craft table for children. Participants are advised to bring a chair or blanket to sit on. There will be lots of parking available. Last year’s Star Gazing Festival was a success, with approximately 150 people in attendance (a nice mix of local residents and tourists).

Canfor reports profits improving Times Staff Canfor Corporation recently reported shareholder net income of $110.3 million for the second quarter of 2013, compared to $61.9 million for the first quarter of 2013 and $2.6 million for the second quarter of 2012. For the six months ended June 30, 2013, the company’s shareholder net income was $172.2 million, compared to a

shareholder net loss of $15.4 million reported for the first half of 2012. The company reported operating income of $128.2 million for the second quarter of 2013, compared to operating income of $100.0 million for the first quarter. The positive variance reflected improved results in the lumber segment mostly as a result of increased shipments and, to a lesser extent, lower manufacturing costs.

After reaching an eightyear high in March, North American lumber prices corrected sharply through the second quarter, due mostly to supply-related factors, including higher operating costs and improved railcar availability. The average North American benchmark, western spruce/pine/fir (SPF) 2×4 #2&bttr was US$335 per thousand board feet, down 14 per cent.

New board chair appointed for BC Lotteries Ministry of Finance VICTORIA – Former Attorney General and MLA for Kamloops and current Kamloops resident Bud Smith, QC, has been appointed chair of the British Columbia Lottery Corporation board of directors, Finance Minister Michael de Jong announced on July 24. Smith has been a director on the BCLC board since May 2012. He is an active Kamloops-based businessman with ownership interests in engineering, construction, lending and travel companies operating in B.C. and Alberta. Smith also brings experience as a former minister of regional economic development, and principal secretary to the premier of British Columbia. He has served on

a number of Crown corporation boards, including Canada Post Corporation, B.C. Development Corporation, Prince Rupert Port Authority and Ridley Terminals Inc. Smith has given his time to a number of community services and programs including as chancellor of the Diocese of Cariboo, the Kamloops Chamber of Commerce, and trustee of the Western Canada Theatre Company. He received his B.A. from the University of Victoria in 1970 and his L.L.B. from the University of British Columbia in 1974. He has been a member of the Law Society of British Columbia since May 1975. Smith replaces the current board chair John McLernan, who has served as chair of the BCLC board since 2005.

BCLC is a commercial Crown-owned by the government of B.C. that is responsible for managing and operating lottery, eGaming, casino and bingo gambling in British Columbia. Most of these products are sold day-to-day by private-sector service providers at more than 3,800 lottery retail locations, 17 casinos, 19 community gaming centres and seven commercial bingo

halls. Secure, regulated online play is offered on PlayNow.com. While BCLC manages and operates commercial gaming, all gaming in B.C., including the operations of BCLC, is independently regulated by the Gaming Policy and Enforcement Branch of the Ministry of Finance. Smith grew up in Birch Island and graduated from Clearwater Secondary School.

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Bill Burnyeat talks about the planets and the stars during last year’s Star Gazing Festival. The community astronomer at the HR MacMillan Space Centre also will be taking part in this year’s event. Photo submitted

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Grant in Aid Funds available Please contact the District office for more information on Grant in Aid funding for future projects. Swimming Lessons at Dutch Lake Beach Red Cross Swimming lessons are currently being held at Dutch Lake from Monday to Friday until August 16th, 2013 from 9:00am to 4:00pm in a designated lesson area. The District of Clearwater requests that people be respectful of the swimming lesson area to ensure the children are able to learn their lessons without interruption. Saturday Transit Bus District of Clearwater, Thompson-Nicola Regional District Area “A” and BC Transit are offering a “FREE Saturday Community Bus” from June 29th to September 7th, 2013. This service will give residents the opportunity to attend local summer events such as the Farmers Market, spending the day at the beach, going to Rotary Sports Park, visiting with friends and other fun summer activities. Public Works The Public Works Department will be working on Fire Hydrant maintenance throughout the community over the rest of the summer. During the month of September the Public Works Department will be flushing water lines. Further information will be made available on times and areas of the flushing at a later date. Outdoor Fires – Fire ban Open burning of dry garden and yard refuse is banned within the District of Clearwater June 15th until October 1st. Water Restrictions Water Restrictions in the District of Clearwater remain in effect until September 30th. Properties with odd house numbers water on odd numbered days and properties with even house numbers on even numbered days. Watering is allowed from 6:00am-10:00am and 6:00pm–10:00pm on watering days. Upcoming Events Wells Gray Night Market – Every Wednesday night for the summer June 26 – August 28 6:00pm-9:00pm August 7th – Children’s Art Festival August 8th – Star Gazing Festival August 28th – First Fish Ceremony September 6 & 7 – 5th Annual Canoe Regatta Upcoming Meetings of Council August 20th, 2013 – Infrastructure/Parks and Recreation Committee meeting – 5:00pm August 20th, 2013 – Regular Council meeting – 7:00pm

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“ I try to teach my heart to want nothing it can't have.” - Alice Walker, writer editorial by Keith McNeill

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Group opposes mine within Kamloops boundaries Editor, The Times:

We are sending this letter to your community on behalf of many Kamloops citizens who are opposed to development of an open-pit copper and gold mine immediately adjacent to, and partly within, our city’s boundaries – the Ajax mine. We have learned that current legislation allows the interests of mining companies to override the needs and aspirations of municipalities, regional districts and First Nations. The Mineral Tenure Act gives preferential treatment to the mining sector over other development opportunities such as renewable resources, agriculture, and tourism. Because of the well documented health and environmental hazards associated with open pit mining, we believe it is critical for all BC residents to be aware of

this issue. What has happened to Kamloops can happen anywhere in B.C. This spring, the Association of Vancouver Island and Coastal Communities voted unanimously to support a resolution advanced by Tofino Mayor Josie Osborne calling on the Provincial Government to modernize the Mineral Tenure Act. This resolution will be put before the Union of BC Municipalities (UBCM) this fall, and we believe it is extremely important that local governments and First Nations across B.C. support efforts to enshrine their right to refuse proposals that threaten the well-being of their citizens or local eco-systems. We wish to clarify that we are not opposed to responsible mining. We recognize the important role this industry plays in our economy.

However, developing an openpit copper and gold mine dangerously close to, and upwind from, a populated area is extremely irresponsible and should not be allowed. The health and environmental risks associated with open-pit mining require that such activity be safely away from heavily populated areas and vulnerable ecosystems. Fundamentally, we believe that the long-term health and well-being of the population and protection of the environment must take priority over the short-term economic benefits of resource extraction. The present environmental assessment process, however well-intentioned, cannot be relied upon to protect the longterm interests of local populations or the environment in which we live. Continued on page A5

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Sometimes, if you want something done right, you have to do it yourself. Those readers who keep track of such things might recall that your editor has been trying to interest a number of organizations in promoting a petition for a global carbon tax. So far there have been no takers. So I've decided to do it myself. To recap a bit, climate scientist James Hansen has called for a global carbon tax with the revenue to be given through equal and recurring dividends to everyone. Hansen is an American whose Congressional testimony in 1988 was one of the first public warnings of the dangers of global warming. How would such a global carbon tax be brought in? Well, how do we bring in a new tax in our own local communities? Here in Canada and in other democratic countries it is often done through referendum. And how would we initiate such a referendum? Here in Canada we usually have to rely on our political leaders, which isn't likely to happen on a global basis. However, in Switzerland the citizens have the right to bring forward important questions to a nationwide vote through a petition with 100,000

signatures. A good example of this was the recent vote that brought in limitations on corporate executives' salaries and perks. How much should the carbon tax rise to? As far as I know, Hansen hasn't defined that. However, here in British Columbia we have a carbon tax that gradually rose to $30 per tonne of carbon dioxide and that seems to be having some effect.. According to Wikipedia, the world produces about 30 billion tonnes per year of carbon dioxide through the burning of fossil fuels. A carbon tax of $30 per tonne of carbon dioxide would therefore raise about $900 billion per year. Assuming there are 5 billion adults (aged 18 and over) in the world, such a tax would result in a social dividend of about $180 per person per year – effectively doubling the annual income of hundreds of millions of people. Such a social dividend would compensate everyone somewhat for the risks that global warming is causing. The petition has been posted online on Care2, a social network website developed to connect activists from around the world. All readers of the Times are invited to check it out at www.thepetitionsite. com/286/384/042/petition-for-a-referendum-on-a-global-carbon-tax/

Get borrowing under control Editor, The Times:

Re: Get ready for Hydro rate hikes, July 18 issue. Yes, the BC Hydro rate increase tsunami is coming after the earthquake of B.C. government debt. This will hit

lower income people – hard. All levels of government are increasing fees and service rates rather than raise income taxes on those who can contribute more and pay more property tax. I don't want to see

any drastic action to increase job loss, but governments at all levels need to limit their spending growth to the level of inflation and get borrowing under control.

Phil Harrison Comox, B.C.

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Were you excited by the birth of the royal baby?

Darlene Muri:

No, I'm not excited. It doesn't affect our lives here, but I'm happy for them.

David Colville:

I'm ecstatic. Another dependant from the Queen. Just what we Canadians wanted.

Fay Jones:

No, not really. It doesn't affect me. I'm happy they had a healthy baby, though.

Joe Toth:

No, I couldn't care less.

Sabrina Geisseler and Andrea Stutz (Switzerland): For us, it's not really important. It's nice to know the baby's healthy, but it's not our royal family.

BC Center for Disease Control report points to damaging health effects from wireless devices Editor, The Times:

The following press release is important because it just one more step on the way to education people about RF dangers and possibly getting our analog meters back where we demand they be returned. Please read carefully and if you still have your analog remember you can phone in your meter readings. There is no need for them to be charging you to keep your analog or to have a smart meter installed, with signal turned off (which they can turn on again at will!) and still send in your readings. Thank you for keeping up the fight against intrusive and

unhealthy actions on the part of those out there who are there to serve our needs.

Suzanne Gravelle Clearwater, B.C.

Citizens for Safe Technology Society Based upon recent findings, the BC CDC recommends that males keep cell phones away from the groin area and limit mobile phone use. The report confirms that there is consistent evidence that exposure to testes is associated with reduced sperm count, motility, concentration and altered cell structure. In its report, A Radio-frequency Toolkit for Environmental Health

Practitioners, released March 7, 2013, the BC CDC states that “the epidemiological studies of men assessed for infertility were consistent in demonstrating decreased sperm motility associated with increased use of mobile phones” and “biological effects on sperm motility related to RF exposure.” In the need to understand how harm is caused by exposure to microwave radiofrequency radiation, the review panel noted that “oxidative stress seems one of the more plausible mechanisms of RF-induced sperm damage. Mechanisms by which oxidative stress is caused by increased ROS

(Reactive Oxygen Species) and decreased antioxidant have been shown to exist in neurodegenerative diseases such as Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s.” It is clear that our health agencies are still in the process of understanding risks from wireless technologies, however, the findings of the BC CDC are consistent with those of many international experts who continue to warn that prolonged exposure to low levels of microwave radio-frequency radiation from wireless devices, such as wi-fi, i-pads, cell and cordless phones and smart meters, can lead to serious health effects, especially for those

Citizens urged to become informed Continued on page A4 We strongly urge your citizens to become informed about this issue. We encourage you to let local politicians attending the UBCM convention know how important it is for them to support the resolution calling on the Provincial Government to modernize the Mineral Tenure Act. We encourage

members of an email network of concerned citizens John Schleiermacher, Kamloops Area Preservation Association Gina Morris, Kamloops Moms For Clean Air Dr. Judith Naylor, Kamloops Physicians for a Healthy Environment Andrew Bezooyen, for all

all citizens of B.C. to contact their MLAs and express their concerns. We simply cannot allow the short-term corporate interests of mining companies to take priority over our health, the health of our children and grandchildren, and our environment.

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most vulnerable in our society. Citizens for Safe Technology Society applauds the BC Centre for Disease Control for this report, and calls for our Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Perry Kendall, to take immediate action to first protect our chil-

dren and youth with the immediate recommendation that schools and homes return to safe wired technologies. This BC CDC report, in concert with the 2011 WHO classification of radio-frequency radiation as a possible cause of cancer, must now prompt

our health agencies to act without delay by implementing the precautionary principle to reduce the significant health risk to the public in general, with special focus on protecting the health of our children and youth today and for future generations.

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YEARS AGO: Clearwater Lions had things lined up for the Aug. 2 and 3 long weekend Regatta at Dutch Lake. North Thompson Valley Queen Linda Johnston and Miss CNT Lions Diane Colbourn were to start the kids off with races. Other events included the swim from the island, canoe races, a bingo booth, a greased pole climb, dunking machine, dance and all denomination church service Sunday morning.

YEARS AGO: A fire at the Roger deVooght ranch in Vavenby the week prior destroyed about 2,000 bales of hay and brought about the prospect of a bleak winter. Mr. deVooght attributed the cause of the fire to a child playing with matches. Steelwork was being placed on the “new” Clearwater bridge spanning the Clearwater River on

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the “new” section of Highway 5.

YEARS AGO: The construction of Blackpool’s fire hall was on schedule, with the roof up on July 25 and siding expected in the next week. Director Keith Hanna said a delay was anticipated in getting siding for the building, but discovered supplies arrived on time. Dutch Lake Itch was a condition to avoid; the Health Unit issuing these precautions: towel dry vigorously, and shower and change clothes. Studies showed the lake was not “polluted,” and suggestions to remove the source of the itch included ridding the lake of game birds and fresh water snails, or treating the water with copper sulfate, which is toxic to fish.

YEARS AGO: Chris Sjodin and Shonna Martens of the Shadowfax Track and Field Club were

BACK IN TIME chosen to represent Zone II at the B.C. Summer Games in Burnaby at Swangard Stadium. Sjodin brought home a gold medal in high jump, with 185 cm, equal to the third best jump in B.C. by a 15-year-old. Martens won gold with discus, throwing 31 m 96 cm, which was counted the third farthest thrown by a 14-year-old in B.C.

YEARS AGO: Party plans were in place to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Wells Gray Park. Starting at 8:30 a.m., an open house was held at Mike Wiegele’s Heli-village in Blue River, where visitors could meet Man in Motion Rick Hansen, a number of provincial

ministers and Jerry the Moose. Other activities highlighting the park were planned for the weekend. Long-time Weyerhaeuser carpenter John Stefanyshyn celebrated his retirement from the Vavenby division after working for the company for 32 years. His father had worked for Weyerhaeuser, as did his sons, Michael and Danny, and daughter Helen.

YEARS AGO: Forest fires abounded, including one north of Barriere, a brush fire near Birch Island, and another in the Valemount watershed at Swift Creek. Deemed “out of control,” the Barriere fire had “very suspicious”

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Trans Mountain ULC intends to seek Board approval to expand the existing Trans Mountain pipeline system from its current capacity of 300,000 bpd (barrels per day), to approximately 890,000 bpd. The application is expected to be filed with the NEB in late 2013. For more information on this project, please visit www.neb-one.gc.ca, where you can sign up for process and PFP updates via e-mail. The NEB will hold public information sessions in fall 2013 in the vicinity of the proposed pipeline to explain the Participant Funding Program and the hearing process. Funds will be made available to help persons who are directly affected or have relevant information or expertise review and comment on a project application to be submitted by the proponent, Trans Mountain. Funding must be used to prepare for and participate in the hearing process, which will be announced by the Board at a later date. To receive funding, all approved recipients will be required to apply to participate and be granted intervenor status in the NEB’s regulatory process for this project. A funding review committee, independent of the regulatory process, will consider all applications for funding and make recommendations on the allocation of funds. Funding applications can be submitted beginning now until 60 days after the Board releases its list of intervenors. The hearing date has not yet been set, as an application has not yet been filed. When the NEB sets a hearing date, that information will be made public. Funding will only be awarded for hearing related activities conducted after your PFP application has been approved. Please review the Participant Funding Program Guide to determine when and how to apply for funding and what funding will cover. Interested persons are encouraged to review information on the proposed project before submitting an application. This information, as well as the Participant Funding Program Guide, the Application for Funding Form and the Contribution Agreement can be found on the Board’s website (www.neb-one.gc.ca) under Public Participation. For more information contact: Heather Dodds Participant Funding Coordinator Tel: 1-800-899-1265 ext. 3130 E-mail: PFP.PAFP@neb.one.gc.ca

circumstances and had a ranking of six out of six. Local and Ontario crews worked on the 170 ha blaze. A Birch Island fire was quickly brought under control, thanks to the Clearwater Fire Department and residents.

YEARS AGO: As temperatures soared into mid-30s, Clearwater residents tried to find various ways to keep cool. Demand was up on air conditioners and fans, with delivery trucks being followed by hopeful customers who bought the items “before they could hit the floor.” Three inmates from Bear Creek correctional facility were still at large after six

of them walked away from the minimum security prison July 25. A Bear Creek staff member going to work caught one inmate, and two others were arrested within days.

YEARS AGO: A blaze first reported as a spot fire along the B.C. Hydro power-line behind the McLure Restaurant soon engulfed an entire hillside. Louis Creek residents received orders to evacuate and Barriere residents were put on evacuation alert and warned to be ready to be gone in an hour when the order came. Wild blueberries were ripening earlier than usual, according to Times columnist Becca West Beaton.

YEARS AGO: RCMP checked over 800 vehicles during a road blitz held on Highway 5 in Clearwater. Police had

given out several tickets for seatbelts plus one 24-hour suspension for drug use. Canfor-Vavenby announced it would be taking a vacation shutdown for the first two weeks of August. The shutdown was not tied to market condition, said general manager Gary Dolinski.

YEAR AGO: Wells Gray Community Forest hoped to keep its annual allowable cut at 33,000 cubic meters per year, said manager George Brcko. The initial cut of 20,000 cubic meters had been uplifted by 13,000 for beetle salvage. The community forest was using improved modelling to show that the AAC could be kept at the higher level. Fire destroyed a load of logs near five km on Forest Service Road Two. There were no injuries and the cause was not determined, said Canfor spokesperson Dave Poole.

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southern Vancouver Island, where more than 2,500 orphaned and injured wild animals are cared for every year. Prizes will be awarded for the top three photos in each of two categories: Wild Settings and Backyard Habitats. The contest is open to all adult (age 14 years and up) backyard and amateur photographers residing in B.C. Learn more about this year's contest and see winners from past contests at spca.bc.ca/ wildlife-in-focus.

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FARMERS MARKET!

A bear munches on the petunias in Chuck Emery’s backyard recently. The home in the Candle Creek area of Clearwater appears to be a popular spot for the ursine set seeking edible flowers.

The Farmers Market is held every Saturday morning from 9-12 May thru October next to the Interior Whitewater building. This week you will find the freshest of fruits and vegetables including green gooseberries, red currants, raspberries, apricots, kale, peas, lettuce, broccoli, carrots, beets, cucumbers, tomatoes, garlic, corn, fresh and dried herbs and homemade preserves.

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Don’t forget that you can find as well the gift that you were looking for from our local artisans.

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Police step up night patrols Clearwater RCMP would like to advise the general public of numerous criminal acts that are being investigated in and around the District of Clearwater. These acts include break and enter/thefts from local businesses, vandalism to District buildings and mischief — including damage to vehicles and upsetting/damaging District property. The police will be investigating and patrolling areas around town where these criminal acts are taking place. If any youths are observed out late at night and during the early morning hours, RCMP will stop and question the youths, and will contact their parents to confirm they are aware of their children's whereabouts. The police are aware that these

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1-800-222-TIPS Clearwater RCMP Report incidents are caused by a few local residents only and look for the support of the community's parents in preventing any further incidents. If you have any information about the criminal acts that are occurring around town, please contact Clearwater RCMP at 250-674-2237. Break and enter On July 18, Clearwater RCMP were advised of a break and enter at a local hardware store. Canadian currency and some pocket knives were stolen.

Vandalism and damage were done to the building as well. RCMP have two suspects and continue to investigate. On July 19, Clearwater RCMP were advised of a break and enter into a local golf course. Merchandise and several cases of liquor were stolen. Vandalism and damage were done to the building as well. RCMP have two suspects and continue to investigate. Vandalism/Mischief On July 25, Clearwater Secondary School and North Thompson Sportsplex were both vandalized overnight by spray paint. Numerous pictures and words were written on each building. RCMP photographed the evidence and collected a spray paint can that was left behind. It will be sent off to be fingerprinted. Police have identified youth suspects and continue to investigate.

B.C. remembers the McLure wildfire 10 years later Kamloops Fire Centre KAMLOOPS - In advance of the 10th anniversary of the McLure wildfire, Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations Minister Steve Thomson has released the following statement: "The year 2003 is synonymous with wildfire in British Columbia. As the Minster of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations, I look back at those devastating fires, such as the McLure fire, and admire the resil-

ience of residents and the hard work completed by all agencies including our wildfire fighting personnel. "On July 30, 2003, human carelessness resulted in a fire that devastated the towns of Barriere, and McLure, and destroyed Louis Creek. While crews worked tirelessly to contain the fire, high temperatures and dry conditions caused the blaze to burn out of control. "Roughly 3,800 residents were evacuated from their homes, 800 of which were evacuated for

a second time. Outof-province firefighters and the military assisted with the emergency, working in co-ordination with wildland firefighters and the ThompsonNicola Regional District. "When the smoke cleared, the McLure wildfire had consumed 72 homes and nine businesses. The fire burned for 75 days and grew to a total of 26,420 hectares in size-and the McLure fire was only one of 25 Type 1 fires that personnel responded to that summer.

"At this time of year when lightning fires are more probable, we must work together to prevent additional wildfire starts. This anniversary serves as a reminder of the devastating effects of person-caused fires. "As the trend of hot weather continues in southern B.C., once again we see the wildfire risk increasing, so please be extra vigilant with all activities in the outdoors, including lighting and extinguishing campfires, driving allterrain vehicles and disposing cigarettes."

2 medium zucchini, cut diagonally into ¾” slices, ¾ tsp salt, ½ tsp ground pepper, ¼ cup balsamic vinegar, ½ cup finally grated parmesan, 1/3 cup pine nuts toasted and chopped. Preheat broiler. Toss zucchini in oil, salt and pepper. Place in 1 layer in 2 shallow baking pans. Broil 1 pan of zucchini without turning until brown spots (4-6 minutes). Drizzle with 2 tbsp of vinegar over broiled zucchini, shake pan a few times, continue to broil until most of vinegar evaporates (2 min.). Sprinkle with ¼ cup parmesan and broil until cheese melts. Cook remaining pan of zucchini as above. Cool to room temperature and serve sprinkled with pine nuts. Enjoy!

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Student Information System (BCeSIS). Fujitsu has partnered with Follett Corporation to use its Aspen student information system to deliver modern, stable, full-featured, secure data management services to B.C. schools. Now used in 14 U.S. states and the United Kingdom, Aspen serves more than one million students. The ministry expects to enter into a final contract for the service this fall. It is anticipated that the initial roll-out and transition to the Aspen student information service will begin in 2014, with province-wide implementation in 2015. The new system is designed to meet

Black Press The guest book has opened at Government House, online and in Victoria, for people to send their greetings to the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge on the birth of their son. Lieutenant Governor Judith

Guichon announced Monday of last week that a signing table is available at her official residence. Messages may also be sent online via the Governor General's website. "As third in line, he is the future King of Canada," Guichon

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said in a statement. "Let us join together in celebration across the province to mark the birth of our future King." Those who wish to send a congratulatory message online may do so by visiting the Governor General's website: www.gg.ca Communities and businesses set up their own greeting places, collecting infant clothing and gifts for local charities. The Lieutenant Governor's full statement follows: "On behalf of the people of British Columbia, I offer my congratulations and best wishes to Their Royal Highnesses The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge on the birth of their son. This is a special time for

Lieutenant Governor Judith Guichon salutes after troop inspection at B.C. Legislature in February. Canadian Press pool photo

the Duke and Duchess and I wish them much health and happiness as they embark on their parenting journey. "As the third in line, he is the future King of Canada. For Canadians, this historic occasion is an

opportunity to reflect on our strong and enduring connection to the Crown - an institution that embodies the stable character of our democracy. It is an important symbol of unity and stability and represents the vitality of our traditions, the

permanence of our institutions and the continuity of national life. "Let us join together in celebration across the province to mark the birth of our future King."

Fees or free from the Eco Depot Barriere Star/ Journal If you are like me, and haven’t gotten around to making that first trip to the new eco-depot in Clearwater, you may be unsure of what sorts of things they will take, and what items they will charge for and what items can be dropped off at no charge. For those of you with an Internet connection, the Thompson-Nicola Regional District has a variety of information available on its website. But not everyone has a computer, so here it is in a nutshell. Recyclable items that can be dropped

off at the eco-depot at no charge include: non-CFC appliances; batteries, both lead acid and household; corrugated cardboard (flattened please); glass containers (cleaned jars and bottles only – no beverage containers); propane tanks; scrap metal; tires (not on rims); used oil, filters and containers; and yard waste – provided it is under 1,000 kg or five cubic metres. Also, of course, anything that can be put in the Blue Bags, which includes all plastic containers with the recycling symbols numbered one through seven (no beverage containers), paper and newspaper, paperback and

hardcover books and magazines, cleaned tin cans, and cereal and shoe boxes. Regarding yard waste – the TNRD defines “yard and garden waste” as: organic refuse, no component of which exceeds 200 mm (eight inches) in diameter, and which originates from household, commercial or municipal gardening or other horticultural activities. So if you’ve trimmed the hedge – it is yard waste, but if you chopped down that huge evergreen in the back yard – it isn’t, as it would exceed that eight inches in diameter restriction. Mind you, that tree would likely make great firewood, so why would

you want to dump it? Anything and everything else will cost you. If those old tires are on rims, it will cost you a fiver per tire. If you have a huge heaping load of yard waste, over 1,000 kg, it will cost you – unless you split it into several loads and do just one load of under 1,000 kg per day, in which case, over the course of the week, you can get rid of it all at no charge. CFC appliances, mattresses and other large and bulky furniture will cost you. And remember – the eco-depot does not take cash (go figure, since when is cash not legal tender?), but does take debit, credit cards, and eco cards.

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Little Fort Herefords to host farmers' field day Times Staff The Jim family's Little Fort Herefords Ranch celebrates its 70th anniversary this year. To help mark the event, the Thompson Valley Hereford Breeders annual Field Day and Junior Show will be held at the ranch on Saturday, Aug. 10. Activities will start at 10 a.m.with registration at the Little Fort Community Hall. Participants will pick up a bag lunch and then be transported to the ranch for cattle viewing and events. A program for the Canadian Junior Hereford Association will begin at noon, with an instructor from Saskatchewan showing the young cattle enthusiasts the finer points of judging. At 1:15 there will be a transfer to the riding arena for a barrel racing clinic. Lindsay Sears, one of Canada's top all-time

barrel racers will conduct a clinic that is scheduled to start at 2:30. Transfers back to Little Fort Hall will begin at 4:00, with seminars on topics such as the cattle industry and feed efficiency to begin at 4:30. A prime rib dinner will begin at 6:00, to be followed by dancing to live music. During the evening the Canadian Hereford Association will present members of the Jim family with a memorial scroll for their father, Gung Loy Jim. In a sense the association's “hall of fame,” the scroll will be in recognition of the many prize-winning bulls that Loy Jim raised (and that the ranch continues to raise since his death in 1995, as well as his efforts to promote Hereford cattle. Those interested in attending the field day should send an email to kymjim@shaw.ca or call 250-677-4372 and leave a message, or fax 250677-4231.

Loy Jim and a neighbour pose with a truckload of hay in front of the former Little Fort Store. Photo submitted

Cattle ranch celebrates 70 years of excellence Little Fort Herefords had its beginning in the fall of 1943 when Gung Loy Jim (Loy Jim) purchased three Hereford heifers. This marked the beginning of a decades long quest for beef cattle improvement that now spans four generations of the Jim family, and multiple businesses in agriculture and other fields. While the Hereford cow herd was started in the 1940s, agriculture has been a big part of what the family has done since the early 1900s. Loy Jim’s grandfather, Jim Young Fat emigrated from China to California in 1868 and initially worked as a labourer during the construction of the California Pacific Railway. In 1910 his son, Kam Kee Jim (Loy’s father), moved to Burnaby, and Jim Young Fat joined him and set up a sawmill business. Jim Fat and Kam Kee Jim moved to Lillooet in 1911 where they built a general store on the main street. They were also involved in a commercial tomato growing operation in Kamloops. In 1919, the Jims moved to Little Fort in the North Thompson River valley and purchased a hotel that burned down only one year later. In its place Jim Man Lee Store was built. A 10 acre garden, and a dairy were also started to supply the store. In 1920, Gung Loy Jim was born in the back of the new general store. Loy Jim went on to accomplish many things in his life,

1980s the herd was expanded the most important of which was to around 100 cows, and we marrying Mary (Marie) Peleshaty in 1956. Marie’s parents had immi- began to focus on promoting the herd by selling bulls at bull grated to Canada from Romania, and also had a railroading history. sales. This has led to multiple Together they ran the family store, grand champion, reserve champion, group championships, ranched, were involved in mining and high sellers over the years and construction, and operated at both the Provincial Bull Sale Taweel Lake Fishing Camp. They in Kamloops, and the Williams had four sons (Kam, Kee, Kym Lake Bull Sale in Williams Lake. and Kyn). The bulls have been successful After registering his first across a broad range environHerefords in 1943, Loy Jim ments in British Columbia and maintained a herd of 25 cows. Western Canada. The members He initially registered cattle of the Jim family prides themwith the prefix “Luckijim”. selves on their 100 per cent satThis prefix was chosen as an isfaction guarantee with their indication of the importance of bulls, and the productivity of “luck” in Chinese culture. In the their cow herd. 1970s the prefix was changed to “LFH” (Little Fort Herefords) The Jim family's philosophy when Loy renamed the ranch. when breeding cattle has evolved Loy primarily focused on selling over the years. They have always bulls to ranchers. Many of the stressed the importance of strucfamilies that he originally sold ture and soundness, longevity, bulls to still purchase Little Fort mothering, docility and perforHereford bulls today (some for mance. In more recent times they over 40 years). been trying to strike a balance Loy Jim started to show cattle between performance and calvin the early 1970s, and won ing ease, and have been workthe Reserve Grand Champion ing hard to improve the udders Bull at the Provincial Bull Sale in on our females. They have also Kamloops in 1973. This was also the first A big thank you to all the local businesses that made the “AI bull” to 5th Annual Clearwater Kayak Festival a huge Success! ever win a Without great community support this event wouldnt be championable to take place! ship at a Interior Whitewater Expeditions: Great prizes, hosting the bull sale movie night and the festival registration, selling tickets to in British the concert, and providing us with a raft for safety on the river. We could not have done it without you! Columbia. In the early Riverside Adventures: Great prizes

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Clearwater and Area Transit: Jack the amazing shuttle driver. Jack drove the bus for the Downriver Race and offered to do a 1:30am shuttle to Clearwater after the concert. Serenity Music: What an amazing venue for the festival The local eateries for all of the delicious food: Safety Mart Dairy Queen Clearwater Stop Double R Pizza and Subs Kettle Cafe Flour Meadows Bakery

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Gung Loy Jim holds one of his herd sires sometime around the year 1948. To help celebrate the 70th anniversary, the Jim family will host a field day on Saturday, Aug. 10. There will be no charge to attend and the event will be open to the agricultural community. Photo submitted

been long time believers in EPDs (expected progeny differences) and the value of whole herd reporting, ultrasound, and actual carcass testing. More recently they have been doing “efficiency testing” (RFI) on their entire calf crop (males and females) and working with the Canadian Hereford Association to submit data for creation of the 50K

Genotype Panel, and an EPD for RFI. Loy Jim passed away in 1995. He left Little Fort Herefords with a strong foundation on which to build. Change is constant, and the quest to breed the best possible cattle that balance practical traits while taking advantage of new scientific tools goes on.

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People from all around the world get stoked at Clearwater Kayak Festival 2013

Participants and others help unload kayaks, vehicles and trailers along the Clearwater River road. A bus shuttle helped reduce congestion on the road.

Kayaks create reflections of many colors as participants get ready to familiarize themselves with the Clearwater River for the downriver race on Saturday, July 27 – part of Clearwater Kayak Festival 2013. Former Interior Whitewater guide Sam Ewing of Revelstoke was the overall downriver winner.

Micah Lyall of Enderby shows the style that won him first place in the rodeo event on Sunday, July 28. Kamloops resident James Huser came second, while Clearwater's Andrew Bonney came third and James Huser's son Pierce Huser placed fourth. About 150 attended a Shane Philip concert at Serenity on the Saturday night, and a total of about 30 competed. Organizers say they plan to hold the sixth Clearwater Kayak Festival in 2014.

Thompson Valley Hereford Breeders Annual Field Day and Junior Show

Left middle: Adrian Kiernan (front left), one of this year's event organizers (along with Matt Kusunich and Cory Flear), helps bring a rescue raft to the river. The late Ben Earle organized the first Clearwater Kayak Festival, then Brenda Parks did it for a few years. After a two year break, a new team is doing it.

Come celebrate our 70th anniversary in conjunction with the Thompson Valley Hereford Breeders Annual Field Day. RSVP by August 1st to kymjim@shaw.ca or Call 250-677-4372 (Please leave a message) or Fax 250-677-4231

New Date: Saturday August 10thth at the Ranch in Little Fort, BC

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Right: What appears to be a small riffle in the Clearwater River just downstream from a pinkish colored cliff is generally recognized as one of the best standing waves for surfing in western Canada: Pink Mountain.

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People from all around the world get stoked at Clearwater Kayak Festival 2013

Participants and others help unload kayaks, vehicles and trailers along the Clearwater River road. A bus shuttle helped reduce congestion on the road.

Thompson Valley Hereford Breeders Annual Field Day and Junior Show

New Date: Saturday August 10thth at the Ranch in Little Fort, BC

Î Presentation on “Hot Topics In The Cattle Business” by Dr. Kee Jim Î Presentation on “Feed Efficiency in Beef Cattle”

Î Junior Hereford Show (interest permitting, contact Catherine Brown) Î Barrel Racing Demonstration & Question And Answer by Lindsay Sears, World Professional Barrel Race Champion Î Cattle Display

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Clearwater resident Dennis Newby catches a small trout on the Clearwater River on Saturday. The river is open for catch-andrelease trout fishing only. The chinook fishery that is usually open during August is closed this year.

Catching a nice trout

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Operation Dry Water coming on Aug. 3 long weekend Canadian Safe Boating Council TORONTO, ON, -- Drinking and boating accounts

for approximately 40 per cent of boating-related fatalities on Canadian waterways. To raise awareness and reduce alcohol related deaths, the Canadian Safe Boating Council (CSBC) is launching Operation Dry Water, an initiative to discourage this dangerous practice. With the summer boating season in high gear, the Aug. 3 long weekend is the perfect time to remind Canadian boaters about the risks of drinking and boating. Combined with sun, wind, waves and the rocking motion of the boat, the effects of alcohol on the water can be greatly increased. “The CSBC would like, through this initiative, to raise attention to the problem of boating under the influence and to remind boaters not to drink and boat,” stated Jean Murray, chair of the Canadian Safe Boating Council. Operation Dry Water will focus on the potential risks of drinking and boating, and remedies that are currently in place to discourage it. Federal statutes dictate that, whether

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or not your craft is motorized, you can be charged with Impaired Operation of a vessel under the Criminal Code of Canada if your blood alcohol level exceeds the .08 threshold. This means you can be charged even if you are impaired while operating a canoe and a judge is able to, upon conviction, suspend your boating privileges. But that’s not all; it can get worse. Some provinces have enacted legislation where drinking and boating can affect your automobile driving privileges. In Ontario for example, Bill 209 amended the Highway Traffic Act to also apply to “anyone operating or having the care or control of a vessel”. As such, anyone found boating with a blood alcohol level above .05, faces an on-the-spot automobile drivers’ license suspension. Should the person’s blood alcohol concentration exceed .08, upon conviction, an additional suspension of up to one year can be applied. Operation Dry Water is aimed at reducing the number of alcohol-related accidents and fatalities on the water while fostering a stronger and more visible deterrent to alcohol use while boating. The end goal? To achieve safer and more enjoyable recreational boating. This initiative is made possible through support of Transport Canada’s Office of Boating Safety. For a 30-second PSA and additional information on boating safety, please visit www.csbc.ca.

Chinook closure based on Albion test fishery Times Staff As reported in July 18 issue of the Times, the chinook fishery held each August on the Clearwater and North Thompson rivers has been closed for this year. “Over the past few years we’ve seen a limited opening on the Clearwater as a result of low run size,” said Dean Allan, acting area chief of resource management for the B.C. Interior with Fisheries and Oceans Canada. “This year the run is at such a low level that we need to close all discretional fisheries.”

The department runs a test fishery at Albion on the Fraser River near Fort Langley, he explained. The chinook that hatch in the Clearwater are typically five years old when they return to spawn. This year the predicted return of five-year-old spring and summer chinook in the Fraser River ranges from 26,000 to 57,000, with a mid point of 36,600. This is considerably less than the 45,000 chinook needed to trigger a stricter management regime. The department has a

broader management plan for the stocks in the B.C. southern Interior, Allan said. Other stocks besides the Clearwater are in decline as well, he noted. The plan includes identifying what is causing the declines, and then addressing those causes. According to Fisheries and Oceans Canada, the Albion Chinook test fishery has operated since 1981. The test fishery uses a drifted gill net at of a specific mesh and length, and at a specific site. It begins in early April of each year, and lasts until midOctober.

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Sharing stories of hardship and happiness Keith McNeill The Upper Clearwater is almost unique in that it wasn't that long ago that the first European settlers homesteaded the area. The first generation is now gone but many of their second generation descendants are still around. Two of those descendants, Clara Ritcey and Ellen Ferguson, the daughters of Ted and Jennie Helset, recently gave a talk about their memories and knowledge of the early days in the Clearwater River Valley. About three dozen people turned out to hear them give a detailed presentation on the first homesteaders during a Wells Gray World Heritage event at Upper Clearwater Hall on Friday evening, July 19. Fage Creek at the south end of Upper Clearwater was named for Alex “Frenchy” Fage, they said, who homesteaded there in 1917. He was known for talking with himself, and sometimes would have loud political arguments in French and English while he was alone. “As a child I was fascinated,” said Ritcey. Fage apparently grew wonderful rhubarb. Once a passerby, hoping that he would share, told him how good it looked. Fage, who had already shared some with him and didn't want to do so again, said, “Of course it is good. I pees on it every morning.” At the end of the presentation Judy Briggs, who lives on a ranch near Fage Creek, said she still has some of that rhubarb in her garden and it still is wonderful – even without the special fertilizer. Fage did not get along with his neighbor to the north, Herman Ordschig. Eventually he paid $1,800 to buy him out (a small for-

Ellen Ferguson (l) and her sister, Clara Ritcey, tell of their memories of the pioneers of Upper Clearwater during a presentation at Upper Clearwater Hall on July 19. Photo by Keith McNeill

tune at the time) so he would leave. Ordschig took the money, then homesteaded the next lot to the north at a cost of $2 (in those years a person could homestead a property by paying a small down payment and then doing a certain amount of improvements each year). Ordschig had come to the valley in 1913 and made his living by trapping and prospecting. In the fall of 1923 he went out to trap but didn't come back for Christmas. A search party found him in his cabin, dead. Because the ground outside was frozen and covered with snow, they buried him under his cabin – then burned the structure down. Dave and Gladys Archibald were much beloved “uncle” and “aunt” to many of the valley's children. Gladys Archibald lived

to be over 100 and wrote several books of poetry. Moul Falls is named for Charlie Moul, who came to the valley in the early 1900s. He went away to fight in World War I, and never returned. Near the parking-lot for the trail to Moul Falls are the remains of the Helsets' goat shed. Their family kept goats when they first arrived in 1938 because the animals needed less land and grass than cows. Later the Helsets moved further north to Hemp Creek. Alf and Florence Allison came from Princeton in 1940. They later sold their land to Mac and Cecile MacDiarmid, who started Trophies Lodge there. The Shook family came from Princeton

in 1934. It was a five-day trip, and they needed three trips to carry their belongings from Clearwater to their homestead. Mrs. Shook was known for feeding every passing stranger. It was just as well there was plenty of game as the family went through a deer every two weeks. Because they had to wait until the end of school before they left Princeton they had no garden their first year. However, their neighbors, such as the Ludtkes, stepped in to make sure they had enough fresh produce. Jack Norman was related to the Archibalds and was lake patrolman and Forestry fire-watchman at Clearwater Lake. He loved to dance and often walked from the lake to take part in a party at Upper Clearwater Hall, then walk back again. He also loved pumpkin pie. “I don't think I look at a pumpkin pie without thinking of Jack Norman,” Ritcey said. The Upper Clearwater Hall was started in 1936 and finished in 1938 by the CCF (Cooperative Commonwealth Federation), the predecessor of the NDP. Ritcey said their parents came to the first party at the hall but the children were too young and had to stay home. The nearby 320 acres was homesteaded by Henry Defosses. He and his neighbor, Lewis Rupell, sheltered in a root house when fire swept through the area in 1926. The Ludtkes had the property to the north and lost everything in the fire. The family only survived by hiding in a creek. The Ludtkes had come to the valley by horse and wagon from North Dakota. The 2,000 mile trip took them two months. Look for more about Clara Ritcey's and Ellen Ferguson's talk in a future issue of the Times.

Rising lumber demand looks solid – what about loggers? Central Interior Logging Association Sales of U.S. new homes rose in June to the highest level in five years, a solid sign that B.C. lumber producers can expect demand for lumber to keep rising, say industry analysts. “Our mills are hiding their smiles behind their caps right now, because it’s looking pretty good,” said Keta Kosman, publisher of Madison’s Lumber Reporter. “For B.C. lumber, this is a leading indicator there will be new home building.” Purchases climbed 8.3 per cent to an annualized pace of 497,000 homes, the highest level since May 2008, the U.S. commerce department said last week. Although there’s

still uncertainty over real estate sales, banks and mortgage rates, momentum is beginning to build, Kosman said, adding that raises another concern – milling capacity is down from where it was seven or eight years ago because numerous sawmills have shut down. One thing analysts haven’t said much about the supplydemand situation on the logging and trucking side of the industry. As market demand for lumber rises, we’ll hit a point where there aren’t enough contractors to get all the required harvesting done. Lack of contractors will be a bigger threat than milling capacity, and if there’s a lesson in the above, it’s this: Forest companies would be wise to

solidify their contractor support to ensure enough logs can be delivered before they

worry about mill expansions. With lumber prices rising, the old “cry poor” tactic

doesn’t work. It’s time to get serious about paying logging rates that are profitable

enough to keep loggers anchored in forestry instead of heading to other resource indus-

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actions, but Mounties — including those in Kamloops — have had separate encrypted channels at their disposal for years. Locally, RCMP use their encrypted radio channel for tactical situations like standoffs and hostage-takings, and in the execution of drug warrants and undercover operations. In some communities where municipal police services have moved to encrypted radios, there were consultations with media beforehand and even changes made in some cases to try to keep reporters — and, through them, the public — in the loop. That’s not the case with the RCMP. In Hamilton, Ont., municipal police switched to encrypted radios earlier this year after a series of meetings between law enforcement and media outlets. Hamilton Spectator city editor Carla Ammerata said the move has changed the way crime is covered. “It absolutely has changed things for us,” she said. “In fact, it’s changed the atmosphere in the newsroom. We still actually have the equipment on our desks, but they’re more doorstops now. “It’s also changed the way we obtain information from police. I can’t say it’s helped the public or our newsroom in terms of getting information.” Hamilton police set up a secure web portal for “mainstream media,” Ammerata said, to keep reporters up-to-date on police activities. But, it’s not all that useful.

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good to have a system that blocks criminals and “rubberneckers” from listening to police communications. He also said potential privacy concerns can arise when civilians are able to tune in to police radio frequencies. “If there were no disadvantages, I think the assumption would be, ‘Yeah, we should encrypt,’” he said. But, there are disadvantages. Banzhaf said encryption can pose communications issues in the event of a largescale emergency and noted it’s likely just a matter of time before hackers figure out how to crack the encryption. Then there’s what he called “the watchdog function.” “Many journalists are concerned,” he said. “The theory is they regularly monitor police communications and, as soon as something interesting or newsworthy happens, they run out and are looking at it. “They’re able to be there and provide a neutral voice and a record of if something is done wrong.” For instance, a Kelowna reporter listening to a scanner was at the scene of a high-risk traffic stop in 2011 when he filmed RCMP Const. Geoff Mantler kicking a suspect in the face. The video resulted in Mantler being charged with assault. He later pleaded guilty and has since retired from policing. Banzhaf said the reality is encryption is the future — warts and all. “I think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages of going to encryption,” he said. “But, I don’t think that means it’s perfect.”

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Acreage for Sale For Sale: 1 1/2 acres in Exlou, 6km south of Barriere on Hwy 5, has well. $59,000. Call 250-961-5527 or 250672-0152

Rentals Barriere: 3 bdrm duplex, 1 1/2 bath, 1 car heated garage. W/D, fenced, inground sprinkler. Avail imm. RR $875/mo + DD. 250-672-0041

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Clearwater: 14x70 1998 Moduline MH with winter package, 2 bdrm, very gd cond. Owned by elderly lady. Incl c/a, w/d, f/s. Extra lg windows, very bright and airy. Master bdrm has full 4 window bay. Two full bath, 1 is ensuite. New roof 3 yrs ago. Incl 2 roofed porches. Requires moving. Asking $62,000.00. Call Jones 250-674-3051 or woodcrest8@gmail.com Munday Homes 14x70 MH. L/rm, 2 bdrm, kit/din/rm, full bath, c/w f/s, w/d, oil furnace, hwt. Owned by older couple, in gd shape. Estate sale must be sold & must be removed from property. Asking $32,000.00. Ph 250-674-3665

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Homes for Rent Clearwater: 3 bdrm home. Incl satellite tv, internet, $1400.00/mo 250-674-2465 Clearwater: Avail Sept. 1, 5 bdrm 3 bath home, fenced yd at end of cul-de-sac. $1500/mo 1-250-729-8222 CWR Home- 4 bed, 2.5 bath on acres of land in town. NS, DD and Ref Reqd. 1800/m inc util. Sheila 674-1313 or 8513858 Forest Lake: 2bdrm, furnished, $750/mo incl. util. 9 mo lease. WD, NS/NP. Small lakefront, furnished, NS/NP, $595/mo incl. util. Tiny cabin, NS/NP, $295/mo incl. util. 250-6722434 or 778-773-2465.

Recreation 2 cabins for rent. Bring your kayak & enjoy fishing & swimming on beautiful Forest Lake. 1st sleeps 4, $495/wk. 2nd sleeps 2, $250/wk. 250-6722434 or 1-778-773-2465

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Boats

Above: A river otter swims on a small lake near the Wells Gray Air airstrip in Upper Clearwater recently. The large member of the weasel family lives primarily on fish and is well known for its playfulness. Right: A family group of river otters walk across a grassy field near the Wells Gray Air airstrip in Upper Clearwater recently. Photos by Fritz Schaer

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Part 4. From Wyoming wonders to Kelowna Ski hills abound around Jackson, where we stayed for two relaxing nights, but the grandest sight of all are the Grand Tetons. Shifting clouds allowed us and our visiting Aussies to see tops of peaks and, as we headed to Yellowstone a couple of days later, the whole range sparkled in sunshine. Fresh, pure white snow marked each ledge, crevice, glacier, and feature while blue sky outlined craggy tops. Our drive, now northwards with long, winding Snake River positioned between us and that section of the Rockies for part of the way, was spectacular. Arriving at Yellowstone National Park, we saw snow a-plenty. Vehicles pulled out into the few available turnouts to take photos while “foreigners” tested their aim in throwing that cold wet stuff. Stories about the animals we saw on this trip are still to come, but I here divulge that buffalos still reign in that park. Stopping at Old Faithful was disappointing because of crass commercialism and crowds. We left before the geyser decided to spout and

Trekking Tales By Kay Knox

my brother did not go into the immense log inn that was the original structure and where our mother waitressed for a summer when she was 19. All other sightings were as we’d hoped: sapphire blue, grass green, mustard yellow pools, some murky, others clear down and down, steamed, burbled and plopped. Sulphur fumes wafted through the air. A strong, chilly wind accompanied us that first afternoon as we traversed along boardwalks that took us safely above these and other other-worldly formations. Bare skin that felt cold one second was quickly, if briefly, warmed. Frustrated photographers waited for the wind to dispel the steam, but it wasn’t happening that day.

We left Wyoming and this park with its startling yellow and pink volcanic cliffs below Yellowstone Falls going through Mammoth Hot Springs with its (mammoth indeed) travertine sculptures at the park’s northwestern boundary. Sunshine sparkled on pure white “frozen” flows, steps, and water dribbling over them. An elk grazed unconcernedly nearby. Crossing the 45th parallel and Yellowstone River into Montana, we made a run towards the Canadian border. At Great Falls, we viewed Rainbow Falls which had so impressed Lewis and Clark, and were ourselves impressed by the way the Missouri River has been dammed to preserve the integrity of this wide, shallow waterfall. Our stay that night was in Blackfoot country where I cut short my evening stroll because the locals seemed bothered by my wanderings. Conversely, dogs totally ignored me. Unique “Road to the Sun” was not fully open but again the Rockies, mirrored in lakes within Glacier National Park, outdid themselves.

The weather began deteriorating soon after we reached Waterton Park, Alberta. It didn’t exactly improve while we were in the Canadian Rockies where the mountains around Canmore, Banff, Lakes Louise and Moraine played hide and seek in sun, cloud, and rain. The reflections in Emerald Lake were disturbed when a Japanese tourist jumped into the glacier-fed water from the bridge. “Honey,” a passer-by asked his lady friend, “would you be impressed if I did that?”. I didn’t hear her answer, but, since they continued walking away, I assumed he didn’t need to! Eventually, still on schedule, we reached Kelowna for the mini-family reunion at our niece’s home. Sister Valerie arrived from Quesnel, taking George and Rose back there a few days later. Our monthlong “incredible journey” together was over. Memorable moments emerge during conversations while photos bring others back in technicolor. I experimented, of course, taking some with my new phone. Now – how do I get them off ?

Registration opens for innovative new business model Ministry of Finance VICTORIA – Companies now can register to become a Community Contribution Company (CCC or C3), a new business model for British Columbians who value a balance of social responsibility and profit, Minister of Finance Michael de Jong announced on Monday. "This new model will unlock new ways to generate meaningful, local employment in B.C. and generate economic wealth for our province by encouraging private investment in B.C.'s social enterprise sector,” said Minister of Finance Michael de Jong. Regulations for the C3 busi-

ness model are now in effect. Designed to bridge the gap between for-profit businesses and non-profit enterprises, this innovative business model is the first of its kind in Canada. This new type of hybrid business model responds to an emerging demand for socially focused investment options. C3 status signals that a company has a legal obligation to conduct business for social purposes and not purely for private gain. This obligation will help attract capital not currently accessible to the social enterprise sector by appealing to philanthropic investors who still expect some financial return. Social enterprises can exist

in many business areas and have many different objectives, including health, environmental, cultural or educational. For example, a social enterprise could provide recycling services in a community with the social objective of generating employment in collecting recyclables and applying most of the profits to a local charity. The regulations were developed in consultation with members of the B.C. Social Innovation Council. Public consultations held in 2010 supported the idea of a new business model like the C3, and the resulting amendments were well-received by the social enterprise community.

Obituary IN LOVING MEMORY

Suzanne (Wyse) Beaudry Dec. 20, 1927 - July 16, 2013 They say that there’s a special place in heaven reserved for the mother of four sons. If that’s the case, then Suzanne’s inclusion is assured. Mom to Michel (Wendy – deceased), Pierre (Leisbet), Paul (Louise), and Robert (Liana) – grandmother to Maya, Jenna, Sylvain, Sarah, Félix, Sophie, Eliza and Robson – and loving wife of Gabriel (deceased). Suzanne Beaudry surprised us all on July 16th by passing away unexpectedly in her sleep. Her passion for life was extraordinary. Her après-ski parties legendary. But it was her love of family that reigned supreme. A celebration of her life will be held on August 12th at 11:00 AM in Clearwater, BC at the North Thompson Funeral Home, Tel. 1-877-674-3030. Condolences

may be sent to the family and the service may be seen on-line at www.NorthThompsonFuneral. com. Donations can be made to the Vernon Jubilee Hospital, 2101 32 St, Vernon, BC V1T 5L2.

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Avola log schoolhouse getting a face-lift Keith McNeill Restoration work to the exterior of Avola’s log schoolhouse is nearly done and it appears to meet the approval of many, although not all, of the community's residents. Much of the credit for bringing people onside has to go to contractor Brad Dohms, according to Sherri Madden, Thompson-Nicola Regional District coordinator for Area B (Thompson Headwaters) and Area A (Wells Gray Country). "At the regional district we’re very happy with how the work has been progressing and the processes being used," Madden said. The former oneroom schoolhouse was built in 1939 and is noteworthy for its closely fitted dovetail corner joints. It is incorrect to describe the building as hand-hewn, said Dohms. That term is usually reserved for buildings made with squared timbers that had been flattened or hewn with a broadaxe. The Avola log schoolhouse was built with round logs. The only squared timbers are those along the sill or bottom of the structure. These appear to have been squared by a machine in a mill, not by hand. An axe or hatchet was used for finishing touches while positioning the logs, he said, but that is not unusual in a log building He also questioned statements that the building was made with cedar logs. In fact, the logs consist of a variety of species, including cedar, but also spruce, fir and possibly others. The question of what species the logs were became an issue because some people feared the walnut shell spray that was planned for the building would damage the cedar,

Contractor Brad Dohms of Vavenby watches as TNRD services coordinator Sherri Madden checks out one of the patches he put into the walls of Avola’s log schoolhouse. A four-week project to restore the building’s exterior is to finish this week. Photo by Keith McNeill

which becomes quite brittle when old. As it turned out, they ended up using the walnut shell spray only on a limited section to remove graffiti and paint, said Dohms. "We needed to use hammers, chisels and then wire brushes to remove the old cement caulking," he said. "By the time we had done that, we figured we might as well just finish the logs off with wire brushes." The use of stain on the previously untreated logs also was a cause of controversy. Pigment in the stain is necessary to prevent further ultraviolet deterioration of the logs, Dohms said. Not wanting to hide the natural color variations in the wood, he mixed one part pigmented stain with three parts clear. A variety of techniques were used to restore the logs. In places where large sections of the logs were deteriorated or even missing, wooden patches were used. All softened wood was first removed, and the firmer wood behind was strengthened with wood petrifier – a product that both solidifies the

wood plus helps keeps insects out. A patch was then carefully carved out of a slab of wood to exactly fit in the excavated hole. It was then cut, shaped and stained to match the adjoining log. The patches are difficult to see, except from close up, and should become even less obvious with time. Smaller holes, cracks and gaps were filled with eWood, an epoxy filler. Gaps between the logs were first filled with backer rod (a foam tube that flexes with the wood) and then with permachink. Although the men who built the schoolhouse were highly skilled, it was not true that there were no gaps between the logs before the restoration work began, Dohms said. He pointed to a gap nearly one inch wide between two logs on the west (uphill) wall. Where there is still oakum filling the spaces in the corner notches, it is being left. Otherwise the spaces are being filled with perma-chink, which is more airtight and lasts longer. A wide gap between the top of the walls

and the roof that was previously open has been covered with metal mesh to help keep out birds and insects. Work began on the restoration project on July 8 after being delayed for about two weeks because of a blockade by a group of Avola residents in late June. Dohms predicted

the work should pretty well be done by the middle of this week. The only major item left is construction of a wheelchair ramp for the building’s back door. He said he got the impression that most residents of Avola appreciated the work he and his family were doing. People honk as they

drive by or give friendly waves, he said. Avola’s log schoolhouse is the third historic building he has restored for the TNRD, Dohms said. Before this he worked on the Blackpool Hall and the Upper Clearwater Hall. Possibly the only remaining point of controversy might be the bright blue color chosen for the schoolhouse’s entryway. Before the work began it was a dull grey. Historic buildings in Kaslo and other communities are often painted with bright colors to make a statement, Dohms observed. "Before it was grey, grey, grey. I wanted to brighten it up," the contractor said. "The beauty of paint is, if it’s not well received, it can always be changed," Madden said. Next on the agenda will be renovations to the schoolhouse’s interior, said the Area B services coordinator. "We recognize that it is desirable to keep some features," she said. "At the same time, we want to make the

building more usable." The interior renovations will include some needed improvements to the building’s plumbing. The general public will be given opportunities for input on the plans, Madden said. Possibly the work could be done this year, or possibly it will be put off until 2014. Public input also will be invited about proposed changes to the playground located across the street from the schoolhouse. All the present playground equipment except the swings need to be replaced for insurance reasons, Madden said. The swings can stay, but must be re-located over a better surface. Some Avola residents had objected that the set of playground equipment proposed to replace the existing equipment looked mass produced and did not reflect the unique character of the community. The services coordinator said the TNRD is willing to look at an alternative, but the cost of purchasing the equipment and maintaining it also needed to be considered.

Before and after photos show the restoration work done on the southwest corner of the building. The old oakum fill and cement chinking were removed and replaced with backer rod and perm-chink, deteriorated wood was cut out and replaced with patches or epoxy fill, and the logs stained with some pigment for UV protection. Rotten logs below the outside door to the left had been replaced earlier, and the new logs were stained to match the existing logs. Treatment of the south wall to the right still had not been finished when the second photo was taken. Photos by Keith McNeill