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Over three hundred bikers competed at the twelfth TransRockies Challenge, riding single track trails around Fernie. More photos on page two and at www.thefreepress.ca. Photo by T. Hynd

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he 12th year of North America's original mountain bike stage race, the TransRockies Challenge, began in Fernie on Saturday and ended in Canmore Wednesday.

Almost 300 mountain bikers rode the trails on three different routes over three days in Fernie before they moved on to the last two race days in Blairmore and Canmore. Riders from 22 countries, including Canada, the United States, Australia,

Ecuador, South Africa, and Portugal experienced real epic mountain biking in the Canadian Rockies, to 'find out what's inside, outside'. The Stage three start at the Fernie Alpine Resort was delayed due to an injured moose on one of the trails. As of press time, Oliver

Zurbruegg, Paul Rermy and Cory Wallace were the top three racers in the TR 7 Open Men category with times just under six hours. A part of this event will live on with the launch of the Fernie TR3 in 2014. On June 28, 29 and 30 riders will be welcomed back to ride some

of the best trails in Western Canada in a premiere cross country mountain bike event. For more information on results, photos and video from this week’s race go to www.transrockies.com.

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One of Sunday’s TransRockies riders received a loving welcome at the finish line from his family. Riders had a delayed start on Monday’s Stage Three from the Fernie Alpine Resort due to an injured moose on Project 9 trail. All photos by T. Hynd

Sandra Walter of Coquitlam took second in the Women’s Open category at the TransRockies Challenge Stage One Saturday. She loves the single track in Fernie as it’s challenging yet rideable compared to the Northshore near Vancouver. Walter is the 2012 TR7 Champion.

Stage One saw elite riders coming in under the two hour mark, 10 to 15 minutes faster than expected, due to fast dry trails.

It takes two to make a team. Riders from 22 countries came to race in the world famous race that will evolve into the Fernie TransRockies Three next year.

The TransRockies ran from July 27 to 31.

The race started in downtown Fernie on Saturday morning.

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Kids’ Bike Rally took families to five stages By Tamara Hynd Free Press Staff

he Kids’ Bike Rally brought families out during the TransRockies for a fun, mini version of the big race. Kids were given turtle, parrot and whale horns to decorate their bikes at Straight Line, then made a stop at the Fernie Heritage Library to add balloons, beads and cards to their bikes before they headed off to the fire station. After a refreshment stop at Overwaitea, Freshies was the finish line and PT the clown was waiting to paint faces.

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Bus ridership on the rise in the ElkValley By Angela Treharne Free Press Staff

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he Regional District of East Kootenay and BC Transit have announced transit ridership in the Elk Valley is on the rise – up 19.9 per cent over last year. In its recently published annual report, BC Transit recorded 9,440 passenger trips in 2012/13 compared to 7,876 in 2011/12. A strong surge in the number of students relying on transit for their school commute combined with a larger demand for the Health Connections service to Cranbrook are thought to have helped drive the growth in transit customers in the Elk

Valley.

“We are pleased to see a growing number of customers in the Elk Valley region are taking advantage of the transit service.” BC Transit President and CEO Manuel Achadinha.

“We are pleased to see a growing number of customers in the Elk Valley region are taking advantage of the transit service,” said BC Transit President

and CEO Manuel Achadinha. “The increase in passenger trips is a validation of our continued efforts to make public transit efficient and effective for all.” “The RDEK recognizes the importance of connecting residents in the Elk Valley – whether it’s to work, school, community amenities, or medical appointments. We are very pleased with this increase in ridership and hope to see this trend continue,” said RDEK Board Chair, Rob Gay. The Province, including funding from the Interior Health Authority, contributes nearly

$200,000 annually, about 65 per cent of the cost of transit services in the Elk Valley Transit System. " Tr a n s p o r t a t i o n can sometimes be a challenging issue for small communities," said Kootenay East MLA Bill Bennett. "The uptake in this transit service shows it is playing a significant role in helping Elk Valley residents where they need to be, in an efficient and environmentallyfriendly way." For more information on routes and schedules call 1-855-417-4636 or visit www.bctransit.com/ regions/elk/

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Notice of Temporary Use Permit Application Pursuant to Section 921 of the Local Government Act, notice is hereby given that the District of Elkford will consider approval of the Temporary Use Permit at: Regular Council Meeting of August 12, 2013, 6:00 pm Council Chambers, 816 Michel Road Purpose of the permit: The proposed Temporary Use Permit is to allow for the temporary construction/placement and operation of an industrial vehicle wash station. Location: 351 Alpine Way Legal: Lot 2, District Lot 12378, Kootenay District Plan 12097 A copy of the application may be inspected in the District of Elkford Municipal Ofﬁce, 816 Michel Road, Elkford, BC between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday except Statutory Holidays from August 1, 2013 to August 12, 2013 or on the District website: www.elkford.ca . All persons who deem their interest affected by the permit will be provided an opportunity to make representations

to Council. If unable to attend the Regular Council Meeting of August 12, 2013, persons may submit written comments no later than 4:30 pm, August 12, 2013 to the address or e-mail above. All submissions will form part of the public record. C. Helgesen Chief Administrative Ofﬁcer July 29, 2013

BC Day Ofﬁce Closures Please note that the following facilities will be closed on Monday August 5th: • District Ofﬁce • Recreation Centre • Aquatic Centre • Community Conference Centre • Public Works The Elkford Visitor Centre will be open on Monday August 5th with the following hours: • 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM • 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM

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Dog sitters call in Search and Rescue to look for boaters By Angela Treharne Free Press Staff

oncerned dog sitters called out Search and Rescue to search Lake Koocanusa for three boaters who had run into friends and not returned to pick up their dogs at the arranged time. The three boaters left to go fishing on Lake Koocanusa from Englishman Creek Campsite, and the group camping next to them agreed to watch their two dogs while they were gone. But when the three did

not return by 11:30 p.m. the dog sitters called the RCMP who then called out Fernie Search and Rescue. Due to the darkness, Search and Rescue were only able to send a vehicle to Dorr Road to drive parallel to the lake to listen for distress calls. Whilst doing this the subjects returned to their campsite at 2:20 a.m. They said they had met up with friends and decided to spend time with them before returning to their campsite.

program to enable resi dents to have an energy assessment of their home, complete energy efficiency upgrades, and access various rebates and subsidies, has been launched in the East Kootenay, and Fernie, Sparwood and the RDEK are on board. The East Kootenay Energy Diet was officially launched in Cranbrook on Friday. Minister of Energy and Mines, Bill Bennett officially kicked off the event, and confirmed the province’s sup-

port for innovative approaches to saving energy. “The BC Clean Energy Act emphasizes the need for energy conservation. The East Kootenay Energy Diet is a perfect example of an initiative that directly supports the policy direction of the Act, while also helping residents realize cost savings on their energy bills.” Community-specific launches are planned this fall in Fernie, Sparwood, Cranbrook, Kimberley, Invermere, and Radium Hot Springs. The RDEK, Sparwood and Fernie are the first local governments to confirm

that they will provide a $50 discount on an energy assessment to the first 50 people who sign up for the East Kootenay Energy Diet in their communities. Further to that, Fernie and Sparwood will be subsidizing post-retrofit assessment, which has a value of $150. Mayor Giuliano of Fernie said, “We are committed to saving energy and money. We’ve reduced energy consumption in our own municipal operations and have realized significant savings as a result. Now it is time to help our citizens do the same.”

Abandoned campfire starts blaze in Baynes Lake By Angela Treharne Free Press Staff

embers of the Jaffray and Baynes Lake Fire Departments and an Initial Attack Crew from the Wildfire Management Branch were on the scene of a fire in the Baynes Lake area last week. About 10 firefighters from the Baynes Lake and Jaffray Fire Departments along with three fire apparatus responded to the scene on Tuesday night last week. The Wildfire Management Branch Crew arrived shortly after to assist. “The wildland fire was sparked by an abandoned campfire and significant resources were immediately deployed,” said Jaffray/ Baynes Lake Fire Chief, Dave

Boreen. “In addition to our firefighters and the Initial Attack Crew, an air tanker group responded and did six retardant drops.” The 0.9 hectare fire was under control by 7:30 p.m. “This should serve as an important reminder to everyone about the importance of making sure campfires are completely extinguished. The hot weather we’ve had in the past two weeks has really dried things out and everyone needs to be aware of the increased risk of wildfire,” adds Boreen. Wildfire crews were on scene overnight, and the next day ensuring there are no hot spots.

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Whenever Search and Rescue have to conduct a high profile rescue of a skier or snowboarder who goes out of bounds, a public debate inevitably arises over whether they should pay for the cost of the expensive searchand-rescue operations needed to save them. The cost of such rescue operations are borne by the province. They can quickly add up to tens of thousands of dollars and can pose considerable risks to rescuers asked to brave rough terrain and unforgiving weather. Critics of those who seek greater thrills in out-of-bound areas always point to the unnecessary risk such action places on rescuers. In winter, search-and-rescue personnel have to struggle through very deep snow in avalanche-prone terrain to conduct a rescue. In summer, they may be called out in the middle of the night to rescue boaters on the lake, or an injured hiker balanced on a cliff. As frustrating as it is for search-and-rescue officials to be called out to rescue someone who has got themselves in a dangerous situation that could have been avoided with a little common sense, what must be even more frustrating is being called out to rescue someone who doesn't need rescuing. There were a number of incidents this weekend where Search and Rescue were called out because people had not followed through on their plans. If you are going out hiking, or boating, or mountain biking, it makes sense to let someone know where you are going and what time to expect you back. If you have made these kind of plans, follow them through. Running into friends and forgetting to let people know you are safe is about as irresponsible as it gets. If you have arranged to activate your SPOT device to let people know you are OK and fail to do so, this is also very thoughtless. Search and Rescue have long opposed charging people for their rescues because they fear that people who find themselves in distress, and their friends and family, may not seek help, fearing the cost, which could lead to fatalities. While the logic is sound, it still isn’t fair that people face no consequence for stupid decisions that put others at risk. Each call out and rescue is different. You can't fine people for lack of intelligence. But there needs to be some kind of penalty for those people who cause dangerous and unnecessary search-and-rescue operations denouncing their irresponsible behaviour.

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Letters to the Editor Vancouver bylaw banning coal shipments in Vancouver In a recent Vancouver Sun, Mr. Mike Hager's editorial stated that “Vancouver city council has voted to ban the handling, storage and trans-shipment of coal at its marine terminals and berths.” Whether the council’s vote was symbolic or not, I cannot understand Councillor Kerry Jang and the other Vancouver city councillors logic. Do they not know where Teck Resources' head office is? Teck produced approximately 25 million tonnes of steel making coal from BC mines in 2012. They employ people in BC at good wages of $25 to $70 per hour, not $10 to $15 per hour jobs that get paid in the tourist industry. They are a Canadian company with its head office in Vancouver, contributing to the arts, music, and social welfare of our province. How does Teck feel now?

The City of Vancouver wants your money but not you. The Jim Pattison Group is an owner and operator of Westshore Terminals that exports most of the steel making coal in BC. I guess the City of Vancouver is saying they want Mr. Pattison’s money, the Pavillion at Vancouver General Hospital and countless other social contributions to Vancouver, but Vancouver does not want his business. Maybe we should rename Vancouver’s Coal Harbour to ‘Unemployed’ Harbour. I am fourth generation born in Vancouver, I do not work for Teck or Mr. Pattison, but I am proud to say that I work in the BC Coal Industry. Daryl Thomas Vancouver

River access and facilities Fernie is a unique vacation destination and an area that continues to grow in popularity. For the months of June and July (up to and including July 18th) the Highway 3 Information Centre has welcomed 2,020 parties and 3,600 visitors (an increase of 27% on last year’s results). First time visitors to Fernie are stunned by its beauty and what we have to offer from biking, hiking, fly fishing, white water rafting to just lazily floating the Elk River and enjoying the stunning scenery. In addition, for a number of people the river is their livelihood; a short season where every hour spent out of the water is detrimental to their season’s success but also their long term sustainability. Each year we witness a rise in requests about the river and recreational activities. As a world class fly fishing destination the Elk River is not only beautiful, it boasts bountiful fisheries, plus rafting is very popular with two local companies setting out most days with approximately eight people in

each boat. Small boats and kayaks are present and those deciding to take a float fill the river during the afternoon and evening. Safe and well maintained access points remain an area of concern along with the lack of facilities at various points. Visitors leaving a rafting boat are looking for a washroom and a possible facility to wash their hands. Garbage bins are also lacking and as an area of outstanding natural beauty simple steps could encourage visitors and residents to act appropriately and not litter. The Elk River is a precious economic resource as it is able to offer us great recreational opportunities. The Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors urges council to consider short term remedial work that will improve access and safety to the half a dozen or so well used boat launches but also consideration to a longer term plan that would highlight all aspects from boat launch access to facilities. Sarah Parry Fernie Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors

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Fernie Snowmobile Association and Elk Valley Mountaineers help BC Lions Society

his year, 12 snowmobile clubs across the province, including two in the Elk Valley, raised an amazing $32,467 in support of Easter Seal Camps and Easter Seal Houses in BC. Since 1978, snowmobile clubs have eagerly hosted Snowarama, a fundraising event to raise funds for the BC Lions Society for Children with Disabilities. This year Fernie S n o w m o b i l e Association (FSA) organized a family ride in February with 25 riders gathering pledges. While the FSA has always contributed funds to the Elk Valley Mountaineers event, this year the FSA decided to revitalize the event for the Fernie club. Ninety-three riders participated in the 17 km ride from the Coal Creek staging area to the Rolling Hills cabin that was built last year. “It’s a good cause and yet another day we can encourage people to get out to enjoy snowmobiling,” said Bob Arnott Fernie Snowmobile president. The gate fees were donated as well. Snowarama is a family event. Every year, snowmobile enthusiasts eagerly participate in Snowarama and enjoy the fresh powder, trail rides, games, incentive prizes and more, all while raising much needed funds for BC’s kids with disabilities.

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Some of the day’s Snowarama activities include trail rides, poker runs, and a hot chili lunch served by local Lions Clubs. Sponsors like Ski-Doo, Choko, and Divas SnowGear donated prizes this year. “There was some great support this year from many of our clubs, and we’re honoured each year to support Easter Seals Services in our province,” commented Erin Hart, President for the BC Snowmobile Federation. “Many Snowarama events saw great weather and beautiful fresh powder for all our riders to enjoy, making these events even more fun to those that put so much work into fundraising.” The first Snowarama was organized by Whipper Bill Watson in 1975 and held in Bradford, Ontario. The objective of Snowarama was to introduce an annual winter recreational event and support a worthwhile charitable endeavour. The tradition to support children with disabilities has continued to this day throughout Canada and the United States, with endorsement of the BC Snowmobile Federation (BCSF). Snowarama events support The BC Lions Society for Children with Disabilities' two major services: Easter Seals Services and Easter Seals Camps. Easter Seals Houses in Victoria and Vancouver offers a place to stay for families

while their children receive necessary medical treatments. Some families stay for just a few nights and others stay for weeks or months at a time as their child goes through major surgery or outpatient treatments like radiation, chemo or rehabilitation programs. Regardless of the time, Easter Seals homes are a comfortable and inviting home-awayfrom-home. Easter Seals Camps provide once-in-a-

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Vogue Theatre • 7:30pm – Cribbage Fernie Seniors Drop In Centre

Wednesdays

• 8:30am to 9:30am – Gentle Fit Sparwood Leisure Centre • 8:45am to 9:30am – Active Fit Fernie Aquatic Centre • 9:00am to 8:00pm - Public Swim Fernie Aquatic Centre (June 15th Sept. 1st) • 9:30am to 11:30am – Operation Art (drop in class) at The Arts Station (July 3rd – Aug. 21st) • 10:00am to 5:00pm- Sparwood Library Open • 10:30am to 4:30pm – Elk Chairlift in operation at Fernie Alpine Resort (June 29th-Sept. 1st) • 11:00am to 6:00pm- Fernie Library Open to Public • 11:15am to 12:00pm- Toddlertime at the Fernie Library • 12:00pm- Fernie Rotary Meeting Park Place Lodge • 10:00am to 5:00pm- Elkford Library Open • 1:00pm- Cribbage Fernie Seniors Drop In Centre • 1:00pm to 3:00 pm – Summer Reading Club (ages 6-10 yrs) at the Fernie Library (July 9th – Aug. 30th) • 1:00pm to 4:00pm- Hot Dog Day (Public Swim) Elkford Aquatic Centre • 1:00pm to 4:00pm- Public Swim Sparwood Leisure Centre • Mens’ Night at the Fernie Golf & Country Club • 5:00pm to 9:00pm – Summer Social & Fernie Mountain Market at Station Square (July 3rd-Aug. 28th) • 6:00pm – Trail Maintenance (Fernie Mountain Bike Club) • 6:30pm to 9:00pm- Public Swim Sparwood Leisure Centre • 7:00pm to 9:00pm- Sonrise Healing Rooms Open for Prayers 1361 Eighth Ave. Fernie • 7:00pm to 10:00pm- Video Game Arcade Vogue Theatre • 7:00pm & 9:00pm- Movie Time Vogue Theatre

Thursdays

• Morning - Little Sprouts; Kids in the EcoGarden (July & Aug.) • 9:00am to 8:00pm - Public Swim Fernie Aquatic Centre (June 15th Sept. 1st) • 10:00am to 8:00pm- Sparwood Library Open • 10:30am to 11:15am- Gentle Fit Fernie Aquatic Centre • 10:30am to 7:00pm – Elk Chairlift in operation at Fernie Alpine Resort (June 29th-Sept. 1st) • 11:00am to 6:00pm- Elkford Library Open

• 11:00am to 8:00pm- Fernie Library Open to Public • 1:00pm to 3:00 pm – Summer Reading Club (ages 6-10 yrs) at the Fernie Library (July 9th – Aug. 30th) • 1:00pm to 4:00pm- Crooked Crayon (Public Swim) Elkford Aquatic Centre • 1:00pm to 4:00pm- Public Swim Sparwood Leisure Centre • 4:00pmto 5:15pm- Summer Reading Club (ages 11-13 yrs) at the Fernie Library (July 9th – Aug. 29th) • Night Bike Race Series at Fernie Alpine Resort (July 4th – Aug. 29th) • 6:00pm- Youth Archery, Fernie Elks Hall • 6:00pm to 8:00pm- Public Swim Elkford Aquatic Centre • 6:30pm to 9:00pm- Public Swim Sparwood Leisure Centre • 7:00pm to 10:00pm- Video Game Arcade Vogue Theatre • 7:00pm & 9:00pm- Movie Time Vogue Theatre

Fridays

• 8:30am to 9:30am – Gentle Fit Sparwood Leisure Centre • 8:45am to 9:30am – Aqua Blast Fernie Aquatic Centre • 9:00am to 8:00pm - Public Swim Fernie Aquatic Centre (June 15th Sept. 1st) • 9:00am to 11:00am- Adult Badminton Fernie Community Centre • 10:00am to 5:00pm- Sparwood Library Open • 10:30am to 11:15am- Gentle Fit Fernie Aquatic Centre • 10:30am to 4:30pm – Elk Chairlift in operation at Fernie Alpine Resort (June 29th-Sept. 1st) • 11:00am to 6:00pm Fernie Library Open to Public • 11:00am to 6:00pm- Elkford Library Open • 11:15am to 12:00pm- Storytime Fernie Library • 1:00pm to 3:00 pm – Summer Reading Club (ages 6-10 yrs) at the Fernie Library (July 9th – Aug. 30th) • 1:00pm to 4:00pm- Treat Day (Public Swim) Elkford Aquatic Centre • 1:00pm to 4:00pm- Public Swim Sparwood Leisure Centre • 4:00pm to 5:30pm- Free Public Swim Sparwood Leisure Centre • 5:00pm to 9:00pm- Sparwood Farmer’s Market in the Chamber of Commerce Parking Lot (June 28th – Sept. 6th) • 6:00pm to 8:00pm- Public Swim Elkford Aquatic Centre • 6:30pm to 9:00pm- Public Swim Sparwood Leisure Centre • 7:00pm to 10:00pm- Video Game Arcade Vogue Theatre

• 7:00pm & 9:00pm- Movie Time Vogue Theatre • 7:30pm- Jitney Darts Fernie Legion • 7:30pm – Cribbage Fernie Seniors Drop In Centre

Saturdays

• 9:00am to 12:30pm– JaffrayBaynes Lake Farmer’s Market, Baynes Lake Community Centre (June 29th–Aug. 31st) • 10:00am to 5:00pm- Sparwood Library Open • 10:30am to 4:30pm – Elk & Timber Chairlifts in operation at Fernie Alpine Resort (June 29th-Sept. 1st) • Noon to 5:00pm- Elkford Library Open • 12:00pm to 6:00pm - Public Swim Fernie Aquatic Centre (June 15th Sept. 1st) • 1:00pm to 5:00pm- Fernie Library Open to Public • 2:00pm to 5:30pm- Public Swim Sparwood Leisure Centre • 2:30pm to 4:30pm- Public Swim Elkford Aquatic Centre • 3:00pm- Movie Matinee Vogue Theatre • 4:00pm to 6:00pm- Meat Draw & 50/50 Fernie Legion • 4:30pm to 10:00pm- Video Game Arcade Vogue Theatre • 5:30pm to 8:00pm- Public Swim Elkford Aquatic Centre • 6:30pm to 9:00pm- Public Swim Sparwood Leisure Centre • 7:00pm & 9:00pm- Movie Time Vogue Theatre

Sundays

• 10:00am to 2:00pm – Fernie Mountain Market in Rotary Park (July 7th – Sept. 1st) • 10:30am to 4:30pm – Elk & Timber Chairlifts in operation at Fernie Alpine Resort (June 29th-Sept. 1st) • 12:00pm to 2:00pm- Family Swim Sparwood Leisure Centre • 12:00pm to 6:00pm - Public Swim Fernie Aquatic Centre (June 15th Sept. 1st) • 1:00pm to 4:00pm – Downtown Social (July 7th – Aug. 25th) • 1:00pm to 5:00pm- Fernie Library Open to Public • 1:00pm to 5:00pm- Public Swim Elkford Aquatic Centre • 2:00pm to 5:30pm- Public Swim Sparwood Leisure Centre • 4:30pm to 10:00pm- Video Game Arcade Vogue Theatre • 3:00pm- Movie Matinee Vogue Theatre • 7:00pm & 9:00pm- Movie Time Vogue Theatre

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Gallery Opening Reception for Nichole Yanota at the Arts Station, 7-9pm Porky Blue Mountain Bike Ride www. fernietrails.com Outdoor Quilt Show, Historical Village, Eureka Women’s Beginner/ Intermediate Bike Camp at Fernie Alpine Resort Fernie Bike Holiday #2, 9:30am-4pm, The Guide’s Hut Fernie Downtown Social hosting Fernie’s Got Fashion, 1-4pm Fernie Heritage Library re-opens Youth Summer Theatre Camp “Monsters and Myths” at The Arts Station Aqua Adventure Camp at Fernie Aquatic Centre, 9am-4:30 pm Wapiti Music Festival, Annex Park, Fernie Kids’ Freeride Advanced Camp at Fernie Alpine Resort Koocanusa Wakesurfing Challenge He/She Tournament at the Fernie Golf & Country Club Highline 100 Bike Ride www.highline100.com Bibbity Bobbity Boo Children’s Festival in Rotary Park, 10am-2pm Fernie Show ‘n’ Shine, Downtown Social, 1-4pm The Free Press celebrates 115 Years, Downtown Social, 1-4pm Elkford Council Meeting, 6pm Fernie Council Meeting, 7pm Aqua Adventure Camp at Fernie Aquatic Centre, 9am-4:30pm Youth Summer Theatre Camp Performance at The Arts Station, 6pm

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Monday, August 12, 2013 at 7:00pm

City Council Meeting Schedule August 2013 4 11 18 25

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Regular Council meetings are open to the public and held at City Hall at 7:00 p.m.

Pursuant to Sections 890 and 892 of the Local Government Act R.S.B.C. 1996, c.323, notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing will be held on Monday, August 12, 2013 at 7:00pm at Fernie City Hall, located at 501 3rd Avenue, Fernie BC with respect to the following proposed bylaw amendments: BYLAW NO. 2218, cited as Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 1923, Amendment Bylaw No. 26, 2013

Ph: 250-423-6817 Fx: 250-423-3034 Email: cityhall@fernie.ca Website: www.fernie.ca 501-3rd Avenue, Box 190 Fernie, British Columbia V0B 1M0 Office Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-4 p.m. (Closed statutory holidays) After Hours Phone: 250-423-4226

Applicant: Mark Kover Location: 762 – 3rd Avenue Bylaw No. 2218, cited as Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 1923, Amendment Bylaw No. 26, 2013 proposes to re-designate Lot 12, Block 22, District Lot 4588, Kootenay District, Plan 734 from Historic Downtown Core to Residential Infill and Intensification.

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Bylaw No. 2219, cited as Zoning Bylaw No. 1750, Amendment Bylaw No. 150, 2013 proposes to rezone Lot 12, Block 22, District Lot 4588, Kootenay District, Plan 734 from C1 – Retail Commercial to R1 – Single Family Residential.

Fernie Memorial Arena 991-6th Avenue (Highway 3) Phone: 250-423-2254

For all Police, Ambulance or Fire related emergencies: Call 911

Part-time Casual Labourer Job Posting The City of Fernie is actively seeking an individual(s) to take on the position of being a Casual Labourer for the Leisure Services Department. This position is being brought on to provide additional coverage within the department. This position will be expected to work shift work including weekends. The wage for this position is $28.93 per hour. The deadline to apply for this position 4:00pm on August 30, 2013. Please visit the City website at www.fernie.ca for more information regarding this opportunity.

Aqua Adventure Camps These full day adventure & swim camps include a Red Cross Swim lesson, outdoor activities, crafts, games, and supervised pool play time. 9:00am to 4:30pm Ages 7 - 12 $201.99 per week + GST Register now to book your week(s). Session 5 - Aug 5th to 9th (4 days) Session 6 - Aug 12th to 16th Session 7 - Aug 19th to 23rd Session 8 - Aug 26th to 31st

Aquatic Centre LIFEGUARD / INSTRUCTOR I (Part-time No Guaranteed Hours) Candidate MUST have the following CURRENT awards: • NLS Award; RC Standard First Aid (or equivalent); and CPR ‘C’ (or equivalent); • Red Cross Water Safety Instructor; • Additional aquatic orientated qualifications will be considered an asset to this position (Lifesaving Instructor, and Coaching Certification).

City Hall

250 Pine Avenue Phone: 250-423-4466

Fernie Leisure Services is now accepting applications for the unbenefitted position of Part-time Lifeguard / Instructor I at the Fernie Aquatic Centre.

BYLAW NO. 2219, cited as Zoning Bylaw No. 1750, Amendment Bylaw No. 150, 2013

City of Fernie Contact Info:

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Must be 17 years of age or older at time of hire. Detailed applications are to be submitted to the undersigned no later than 4:00pm local time, Friday, August 30th, 2013.

Copies of the proposed amendment bylaws and other relevant documents may be viewed during normal business hours of 8:00am to 4:00pm on August 1, 2, 6, 7, 8, 9 and 12, 2013 at City Hall, 501–3rd Avenue, Fernie, BC, or online at www.fernie.ca Anyone wishing to address these Amendment Bylaws will be afforded the opportunity at the public hearing to be heard in person, by a representative, or by written submission, on all matters contained in the proposed Bylaws. For more information on these applications, please contact the Planning Department at (250) 423-6817. If you are unable to attend the Public Hearing, written submissions must be received NO LATER THAN 4:00PM, August 12, 2013, to ensure their availability to Council at the Public Hearing. Written submissions can be provided by any of the following methods: • IN PERSON: Drop off written submissions at the reception desk, City Hall 501–3rd Avenue; • BY FAX: to (250) 423-3034; • BY MAIL: City of Fernie, Planning Department, PO Box 190, Fernie, BC V0B 1M0; or • BY EMAIL: E-mail submissions should be sent to cityhall@fernie.ca All submissions must include your name and street address. Submissions cannot be accepted after the Public Hearing. All written submissions are public information pursuant to the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. This Notice is published in accordance with Section 892 of the Local Government Act. Notice given by the Corporate Officer.

SUMMER BEAUTIFICATION The City of Fernie Beautification Committee invites residents and businesses to help showcase our community this summer. Your support of the Fernie in Bloom initiative and our “Mountain-Themed” flowers (white, yellow, purple and red), secure containment of your waste and recycling, and maintaining your sidewalk and boulevards all help to keep our community vital and distinctive! Planning ahead for the winter season! Businesses interested in winter lighting are encouraged to contact the Chamber of Commerce before the end of August (250.423.6868) for information on winter lighting standards and to get your orders in for the winter season. Invitation to Get Involved We are always interested in receiving your feedback, ideas and participation as engaged citizens of our beautiful community. So, please give us your valued insights and inspiration. Again, we thank you for all your support in helping keep Fernie beautiful. On behalf of the Fernie Beautification Committee have an enjoyable and prosperous summer!

“Lifeguard / Instructor I” Part-time No Guarantee Hours Cam Mertz/Director of Leisure Services City of Fernie PO Box 190 Fernie, B.C. V0B-1M0 Telephone: (250) 423-4466 ext 225 Email: cam.mertz@fernie.ca

Boulevard and Greenspace Maintenance Public safety remains one of Fernie City Council’s primary goals and to assist Council in achieving this goal, the City is asking property owners to maintain the area adjacent to their property (i.e. boulevards, greenspace). This means keeping the sidewalks clear of bushes plant growth, and trimming shrubs and trees so they do not obstruct sidewalks, roads, or the view of traffic. One of the barriers preventing good, clear visibility at intersections and safe sidewalks occurs when trees, shrubs and hedges from private properties overgrow into intersections and over sidewalks. This overgrowth decreases safety and visibility for oncoming traffic and creates difficulty for pedestrians using sidewalks. If you are unsure if the tree is a City tree or a residential tree (privately owned) please contact the Engineering Department. Trees and hedges must be kept clear of all stop signs as well, residents are asked to trim their hedges around the fire hydrants, to allow the Fire Department easy access to locate and to connect to in the event of an emergency. Keep us informed, boulevards, fences, walls, tree branches, hedges etc... that are restricting driver or impeding pedestrians, please contact City Hall at cityhall@fernie.ca or 250 423-6817 or use the online service request on our web page at www.fernie.ca. Help Fernie look its best. Thanks for your co-operation

Fernie Aquatic Centre Summer Swim Schedule Schedule in effect: July 2 - September1, 2013

Monday through Friday 9:00am - 8:00pm Saturdays & Sundays 12:00pm - 6:00pm Waterslide Hours Monday through Friday 3:00pm - 5:00pm Saturday & Sunday 1:30pm - 6pm MR. CROCODILE our giant inflatable toy has ARRIVED! And will be joining us for a swim in the pool! Tuesdays & Thursdays 3 -6 pm

Saturday 12 - 4pm Adult Swim Lessons Geared toward all levels of adult swimmers these sessions will provide you progression in both technique and endurance. August 7 - 28, 2013 Wed. 6-6:45pm Bronze Star Camp The first step to becoming a lifeguard! Aug 19 -23, 2013 9:00 am - 11:00 am

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Upcoming Meetings of Council (in Council Chambers)

Monday, August 19, 2013 Regular Meeting at 7:00 pm Tuesday, September 3, 2013 Regular Meeting at 7:00 pm Please note that the Regular Meeting of Council scheduled for Tuesday, August 6, 2013 and the Committee of the Whole Meeting scheduled for Monday, August 26, 2013 have been cancelled.

GARBAGE PICKUP SCHEDULE There will be NO GARBAGE PICKUP ON Monday, August 5th, 2013 Garbage that is normally picked up on the Monday will be picked up on Tuesday, August 6th, 2013

MOSQUITO CONTROL PROGRAM

The District of Sparwood has overseen the control of mosquitoes for many years. Businesses and recreational activities can suffer when the numbers of aggressive, daytime biting mosquitoes (known as ‘nuisance’ mosquitoes) rise to intolerable levels. The goal of the Nuisance Mosquito Control Program has been to reduce their numbers to tolerable levels using integrated pest management measures. Culex Environmental Ltd is currently contracted to carry out the Nuisance Mosquito Program. Culex specialises in using environmentally sensitive approaches to mosquito management. Surveillance has begun and initial treatment will begin shortly. Some important personal protection measures you can take are: • Mosquitoes are most active between dusk and dawn. If you are outside in the evening or early morning, minimize your exposure to bites. ·Wear long sleeved shirts and long pants. ·Wear light-coloured clothing. Mosquitoes are attracted to dark, intense colours. By wearing lightcoloured clothing you will reduce the likelihood of getting bitten. • Wear clothing made of tightly woven materials that will keep mosquitoes away from the skin. The use of mesh “bug jackets” or “bug hats” is also recommended. • Tuck pants into socks and button shirt cuffs for extra protection. • Use mosquito netting to protect babies, when in an unscreened structure, or when sleeping outdoors. • In addition to wearing proper clothing, consider using an insect repellent containing DEET or other approved ingredients. To report instances of nuisance mosquitoes, get more information about the program or about mosquitoes in general, please contact the District of Sparwood at sparwood@sparwood.ca or 250.425.6271.

Take part today in Canada’s free recycling program for mobile devices and accessories

Why recycle? Keeping your cell phone out of our local landﬁll helps the environment and supports some great causes. A small effort on your part makes a big difference, and does something positive for our ecosystem. A few FAQ’s : What kinds of phones are accepted? All mobile devices which connect to a cellular or paging network, including cell phones, smartphones, wireless PDAs, external aircards and pagers. In addition, headsets, chargers and other accessories are accepted. What kinds of products are NOT accepted? We do not accept cordless phones, non-wireless PDAs, laptop computers or answering machines. What brands and models are accepted, and does it have to work? Any mobile device – regardless of brand, model, age – can be donated at any collection site or through our mail-back options. Both working and non-working mobile devices are accepted. Look for a Recycle my cell drop off box at two Sparwood locations: Sparwood Recreation Centre 367 Pine Avenue Main District Ofﬁce 136 Spruce Avenue More information can be found at www.recyclemycell.ca Please clear phone of all personal information before dropping off

Sprinkling Regulations

To promote water conservation in Sparwood, the District has implemented sprinkling regulations that shall be in effect from June 1 through September 30 each year. Even numbered addresses are allowed to water on even calendar days and odd numbered addresses are allowed to water on odd calendar days. Exceptions to the water sprinkling restrictions include nurseries, golf courses, farms, turf and tree farms, municipal parks, playing ﬁelds, and other municipal properties. There will be special permission for those residents who have installed a new lawn (either seed or sod) for a period of 21 days after installation of the lawn.

Notice to Bidders Sparwood Fire Department Storage Garage For the District of Sparwood

Individual contractors, businesses or companies with proven experience and expertise in the construction industry are invited to submit detailed TENDERS by which the goals, objectives and other requirements of this request may be best met. Tenders will be received in a sealed envelope, clearly marked with the name and address of the TENDERER, the name of the Project: “Invitation of TENDER: Sparwood Fire Department storage garage” and be addressed to Jim Jones, Director of Fire Services, no later than 3:00 pm (MST), Friday, August 9, 2013 (the “Closing Deadline”), at the following address: District of Sparwood – Main Office 136 Spruce Avenue, PO Box 520 Sparwood, BC V0B 2G0 The work comprises site preparation, concrete frost walls with a concrete floor pad and drive, and construction of a wood frame garage. Copies of the Invitation for TENDER can be obtained from the District of Sparwood Main Office, 136 Spruce Avenue, Sparwood or online on BC Bid (www.bcbid.gov.bc.ca) or at www.sparwood. ca on or after July 19, 2013. It is expected that the contract will be awarded by mid August 2013. Inquiries regarding this project shall be directed to: Jim Jones Director of Fire Services District of Sparwood Phone: 250.425.0558 Fax: 250.425.4490 Email: firechief@sparwood.ca

Water Smart Initiative

In 2009, the District of Sparwood joined into the Water Smart Initiative created by the Columbia Basin Trust. As part of the initiative to reduce water consumption basin-wide by 20% by 2015, Sparwood pledged to reduce consumption by 50% by 2015. To aid in this, the District has implemented a mandatory water metering program, as well as hiring a Water Smart Ambassador. The Water Smart Ambassador is a summer student acting as a positive face in water conservation to aid residents in reducing their water use through simple changes, such as using hose timers. Now that the District has nearly reached 100% completion of the water metering program, work has begun analysing the data. We are striving to work out any kinks in the system, as well as reducing leaks, before moving to a consumption-based billing, which may start sometime next year. As a tie-in to allow residents to fully utilise the Water Smart Ambassador program, all residential water use data for 2012 and 2013 to date is online, and can be viewed at sparwood.ca/water. To ﬁnd your consumption data, you will need your meter’s serial number, which is the seven-digit number on the front cover of your water meter. As an incentive, the District will have a prize for the following three serial numbers: 7943350 7943323 6985378 If one of these serial numbers is yours, please call Sparwood’s Water Smart Ambassador, Laura, at 250-910-0854 or email watersmart@sparwood.ca to claim your prize!

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Kootenay Mountain Culture/Coast Mountain Culture land Western Canadian magazine honours

Kootenay Mountain Culture and Coast Mountain Culture publisher Peter Moynes and Creative Director Mitchell Scott. The two magazines were recently honoured by the Western magazines Awards. “To be able to work with so many people in the communities all around us, and help build their businesses, we consider ourselves very fortunate,” says Moynes. Submitted photo By Black Press staff

fter 12 years of publishing a local group of magazine makers has landed an extraordinary honour — two in fact. Kootenay Mountain Culture (KMC) has been named Magazine

of The Year for BC/ Yukon by the esteemed Western Magazine Awards (WMA), an organization that for the past three decades has represented all of the magazine titles throughout BC, Alberta, Saskatchewan and Yukon. What’s more, KMC’s

Thank You The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 81, Sparwood would like to thank all our sponsors who made this years Golf Tournament such a success. Acklands Grainger Alpine Lumber British Columbia Lottery Corporation Bearspaw Contracting Canadian Tire Causeway Bay Hotel Chinook Scaffolding Coal Valley Motor Products East Kootenay Community Credit Union Elk Valley Glass Equipment Sales & Service Fernie Chrysler Fernie Ford Joy Global

Kal Tire Maxam Mountain Mechanical Napa Auto Parts Newalta New To You Overwaitea Foods Rayco Steel Red Cedar Massage Rosenau Transport Shaws Sales & Service Silver Fox SMS Equipment Sparwood Esso Stanford Inn Teck Coal United Steel Workers Wajax

Also, a huge thank you to all the individuals who donated their time to help out and a special thank you to Collin Kilford for organizing the entire thing. It was very much appeciated and would not have been the success it was without all of you.

partner publication, Coast Mountain Culture (CMC), has been awarded the Best New Magazine. “We were really honoured,” says KMC/ CMC publisher Peter Moynes, who attended the 31st annual WMAs with Editorial Director Mitchell Scott and

CMC editor Mike Berard last month. “The first thing we thought of was all the support we’ve had from so many folks throughout the Kootenays, some for quite a while now — our families, all our readers, contributors and all the businesses

who’ve put their trust in us.” “The crowd at the awards let out a huge cheer and applause when we won Magazine of The Year,” says Scott. “We’ve been the little guys that the big guys have been watching. We’ve had all kinds of kudos from all sorts of major league print and web media titles before—everyone from the National Post to National Geographic. But to have been chosen by all our peers for this, well, it’s really something extraordinary.” KMC was up against a number of iconic Western Canadian publications including BC Business, Vancouver Magazine, Western Living and Geist. While the honours took the KMC cohorts by surprise, the awards are more than well-earned according to well-wishers at the WMAs and Canadian magazine veterans alike. “When I first saw a copy of KMC, I couldn't believe how polished a product it was, nor

that it had emerged from a small town in B.C., of all places,” says Calgary-based writer Kevin Brooker. A journalist for the past 30 years, Brooker is a multiple WMA winner who contributes to publications including The Globe and Mail, Outside, Powder, ESPN and Applied Arts. “Most of all, however, I was heartened to see that at a time when budget constraints and changing times are forcing a lot of magazines to lower print standards, replace custom photography with stock and reduce their editorial staff, KMC and CMC were forging a really sophisticated visual and literary voice,” says Brooker. “The products go lightyears beyond anything that one normally encounters in the mountain/outdoors genre, or most any other genre for that matter.” What onlookers say is most extraordinary about the KMC/CMC product, is the fact both magazines are

free, relying entirely on advertising and distribution support. Launched in 2001 as a tiny 28-page handout, and today still run from over top Moynes’ backyard garage, Kootenay Mountain Culture (KMC) has been supported by small businesses, resorts and destination marketing organizations from throughout the West and East Kootenay and Columbia regions. Moynes credits the magazine’s welltargeted distribution for the success, noting that the publications are essentially calling cards for the places and people the magazines’ writers and photographers tell stories about. “We live in one of the greatest places in the world. We’re blessed. And to be able to work with so many people in the communities all around us, and help build their businesses, we consider ourselves very fortunate. Our sincere thanks go out to everyone.”

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ON NOW AT YOUR BC CHEVROLET DEALERS. Chevrolet.ca 1-800-GM-DRIVE. Chevrolet is a brand of General Motors of Canada. ‡/**/*Offers apply to the purchase of a 2013 Chevrolet Silverado Cheyenne EXT Cab 4X4 (R7C)/2013 Cruze LS 1SA (R7A)/2013 Equinox LS (R7A) equipped as described. Freight included ($1,600/$1,550) License, insurance, registration, PPSA, administration fees and taxes not included. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Limited time offers which may not be combined with other offers, and are subject to change without notice. Offers apply to qualified retail customers in BC Chevrolet Dealer Marketing Association area only. Dealer trade may be required. GMCL, RBC Royal Bank, TD Auto Financing Services or Scotiabank may modify, extend or terminate this offer in whole or in part at any time without notice. Conditions and limitations apply. See Chevrolet dealer for details. tBased on GM Testing in accordance with approved Transport Canada test methods. Your actual fuel consumption may vary. **$7,500/$2,250/$2,500 manufacturer to dealer delivery credit available on cash purchases of 2013 Chevrolet Silverado Thunder/2013 Cruze LS/2013 Equinox LS/ (tax exclusive) for retail customers only. Other cash credits available on most models. By selecting lease or financing offers, consumers are foregoing such discounts and incentives which will result in a higher effective interest rate. See dealer for details. $2,500 non-stackable cash credits is a manufacturer to dealer delivery credit (tax exclusive) for 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Crew. Non-stackable cash credits are available only when consumers opt for the cash purchase of a new or demonstrator model. By selecting lease or finance offers, consumers are foregoing such discounts and incentives which will result in a higher effective interest rate. Offers end July 31st, 2013. See dealer for details. ‡0%/0.99% purchase financing offered on approved credit by RBC Royal Bank/TD Auto Financing/Scotiabank for 84 months on new or demonstrator 2013 Cruze LS/2013 Equinox LS/2013 Silverado EXT 4X4. Rates from other lenders will vary. Down payment, trade and/or security deposit may be required. Monthly payment and cost of borrowing will vary depending on amount borrowed and down payment/trade. Example: $10,000 at 0%/0.99% APR, the monthly payment is $119/$123 for 84 months. Cost of borrowing is $0/$354, total obligation is $10,000/$10,354. Offer is unconditionally interest-free/Based on a purchase price of $28,599 with $3,300 down on the 2013 Silverado Ext 4X4. +®The Best Buy Seal is a registered trademark of Consumers Digest Communications, LLC, used under license. *^For more information visit iihs.org/ratings. *†Comparison based on 2012 Wards segmentation: Middle/Cross Utility Vehicle and latest competitive data available, and based on the maximum legroom available. Excludes other GM brands. ^^Based on latest competitive data available. ¥Offer only valid from July 3, 2013 to September 30, 2013 (the “Program Period”) to retail customers resident in Canada who own or are currently leasing (during the Program Period) a GM or competitor pickup truck to receive a $1,000 credit towards the purchase, finance or lease of an eligible new 2013 Model Year Chevrolet Silverado Light Duty, Chevrolet Heavy Duty, GMC Sierra Light Duty, GMC Sierra Heavy Duty, or Chevrolet Avalanche. Only one (1) credit may be applied per eligible vehicle sale. Offer is transferable to a family member living in the same household (proof of address required). This offer may not be redeemed for cash and may not be combined with certain other consumer incentives available on GM vehicles. The $1,000 credit includes HST/GST/QST/PST as applicable by province. As part of the transaction, dealer will request current vehicle registration and/or insurance to prove ownership. GMCL reserves the right to amend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without prior notice. Void where prohibited by law. Additional conditions and limitations apply. See your GM dealer for details.

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Wam bam that is a big cheque! A face in the crowd Thomas Dunn (Fernie Mountain Bike Club) event organizer for Wam Bam Dirt Jump Jam, receiving a Summit Fund donation of $1,000 from Fernie Alpine Resort. Submitted photo

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Everything depends on the putting Perhaps it’s time to make a few adjustments

id the first half of your golf season not go as well as you’d hoped? Did you have lots of ups and downs? Were you disappointed with your score cards? Have you developed some bad habits? Don’t worry if you’ve answered in the affirmative to all those questions; there’s still plenty of time to make a few adjustments that will boost your confidence on the green.

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throughout the season. Not enough practice sessions could also have a negative impact on your game, and those consistently disappointing results may undermine your confidence.

Fortunately, not everything is lost. This is the perfect time to forge ahead and start the second half of the golf season on the right foot. Exercising, including daily stretching, will help you to improve your flexibility. Sacrifice a few rounds in order to spend more time on the driving range and practice green. Don’t hesitate to call on the services of a golf pro, who can quickly detect any flawed techniques and help you make the necessary adjustments to your swing.

The game on the green represents about a third of the score.

fter a round of golf, how many times have you heard people say that if they’d done four or five good putts their score card would have looked a lot better? Maybe golfers should spend more time on the practice green before a round of golf in order to correct this situation. It can’t be emphasized enough: the game around the green and the putting make a huge difference to a score.

As for the mental aspect of the game, the pro will be able to give you some tricks to improve your concentration and maintain a positive attitude. It often takes very little to re-establish your routine and recapture the pleasure of being on the golf course.

The key to success on the practice green is to concentrate on practising with your putter, even though it’s probably more enjoyable to hit a basket of balls with a driver. Golfers should realize that their game on the green represents about a third of their final score, so it’s to their advantage to put a little more effort into this aspect of golf. After all, the driver is used a maximum of fourteen times on a course, half as

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othing says classic like white walled tires, scooped rear panels, finned lights and large chrome front grills. Classic cars were shining in the sun at Sparwoodâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s third annual classic car show hosted by I love Sparwood and Vantage Point on Whiskey Jack Drive Saturday. More than 25-waxed beauties lined the street, some with hoods up as classic car fanatics discussed engine parts. Ninetyyear-old Sena was one of many who came to enjoy the classic beauties with her family. A 1958 Edsel Citation belonging to Jim and Theresa Ellerton of Bellevue is one of only 476 four-door hardtops that were built in Oakville, Ontario. The majority were made in the United States.

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Gourmet après at Island Lake Lodge ByTamara Hynd Free Press Staff

s the road winds up, large cedar trees loom over and suddenly Island Lake Lodge appears out of nowhere. It’s nothing but the best at Island Lake Lodge. With executive chef Keith Farkas creating culinary treats from their new menu, your taste buds will go on a journey you’ll want to return to. The service is friendly and elegant with a touch of class in the most aesthetically pleasing subalpine valley. Patios line the Tamarack dining room and the Bear Lodge, the perfect place to soak up the mountain scenery and fresh air while waiting to sample some of the lodge's fine food and maybe a bottle from the extensive wine cellar. Date night is every Monday and wine pairing evenings on Wednesdays are the specials for the summer and offer great value. The guided hikes on the well maintained trails into the alpine are highly recommended. The knowledgeable guides will share a wealth of information about the terrain, wildflowers and local history.

Megan Kelly, Association of Canadian Mountain Guides hiking guide, knows her way around Island Lake Lodge's trails departing in all directions and gave tips on safety conscious radio check ins, using bear spray, and letting wildlife know you are there. Comfort in the backcountry does not mean complacency. Knowledge gained on the wildflowers, tree species, lichen and terrain made it worth the time going with a guide and helped me get my bearing of the mountain pass names. The best thing after a hike in the sun is a cool drink and the lodge has a great selection to quench your thirst. My favourite was the Geisha, named after the alpine basin opposite the lodge where cat skiers leave their mark in the winter season - their delicious version of a mojito. You don’t need hiking boots to enjoy the surroundings. The Mountain Spa is open for luxury treatments. Sit on one of the two patios for refreshments or rent a canoe for an hour or a day to paddle around the tree lined lake with 360-degree mountain views. Island Lake Lodge is the perfect day or weekend retreat.

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Western Canada's National Qualifier

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Kayaker injured Bear Corner launching boat By Kathy Murray WildSafeBC Community Coordinator

By Tamara Hynd Free Press Staff

ernie Search and Rescue (FSAR), along with Sparwood SAR were called out on Sunday morning to assist an injured kayaker in Lake Koocanusa. A 30-year-old man injured his back attempting to launch his kayak into the lake from a steep slope above the water. He fell and landed on the ground next to the water in

his kayak. FSAR was called by BC Ambulance to help access the injured man. When FSAR arrived, BC Ambulance staff had used a boat to access the man and had secured him to a spine board. Once at the boat launch, FSAR members assisted BCAS to transport the man from the boat into the ambulance. The injured man was taken to Cranbrook with suspected spinal injuries.

ernie • Bears reported accessing garbage at Fernie Chamber of Commerce dumpsters. A reminder to users to please ensure the surrounding area is kept clean and odour free and garbage is put into the dumpster and then closed. Please do not leave garbage or any other household refuse around the dumpsters that will attract wildlife. The dumpsters are designated for household garbage only. Please take everything else to the transfer station just across the highway. Sparwood • A mule deer doe killed a small dog in the front yard of a property in Sparwood. The small older dog was caught off guard. The fawn was not seen in the area at the time. A black bear was also reported investigating the area. • Grizzly bear reported chasing a boy on a motorcycle on Matevic Road. Black bears reported accessing garbage on Pine Avenue, Mountain View Mobile Home Park and Cypress Rd. Bear sightings reported by the pedestrian bridge by the railway and in the school yard. A bear was reported on a deck pressing against a window on Black Hawk Drive. Please report wildlife incidents when there is a threat to human safety to the Ministry of Environment 24-hour hotline on 1-877-9527277.

Beaudiens reunite By Mary Giuliano Submitted

n Saturday July 6, a family reunion of the Beaudien sisters happened in Fernie. Held at the Rotary Park Gazebo. Jean, Arlene, Anne, Barbara and Carol along with their families gathered at the town where the sisters were all born and raised to celebrate Jean’s

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Golfing for the Cure drives forward By Tamara Hynd Free Press Staff

adies came together for the tenth annual Golf for the Cure fundraiser for breast cancer research. Pink was the theme as well as fun as 71 women on 18 teams golfed nine holes at the Fernie Golf Club on the evening of Tuesday, July 23. Julie Dube, Michelle Salvador, Lindsey

Aikman and Shannon Whalen were the team fundraising challenge winners raising over $2,000 and also had the lowest team score. Dube herself raised $1,300. Golfers enjoyed a wonderful meal, prizes were awarded and a silent auction quietly contributed more funds. There was fierce competition for the pink centerpieces that

decorated the tables. Centerpieces were passed from hand to hand to the shortest, tallest and most jeweled woman at each table. Aysha Haines organized this year’s event and extended thanks to Beth Field for her assistance. Team Fundraising Challenge Winners raised over $2,000 Julie Dube

Michelle Salvador Lindsey Aikman Shannon Whalen Team Low Score Challenge Julie Dube Michelle Salvador Lindsey Aikman Shannon Whalen

Closest to the Pin Challenge sponsored by Investors Group sports bag & bottle Jill Barclay

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Second annual wakesurfing competition at Lake Koocanusa By Angela Treharne Free Press Staff

he second annual K o o c a n u s a Wa k e s u r f i n g Challenge will be held at Lake Koocanusa August 9 to 11. This is one of only two national qualifiers for the World Series of Wakesurfing and will see the world’s best wakesurfers demonstrating their skills. Along with the competition there will be numerous events, demos and activities for competitors, their guests and the general public to get involved. The Koocanusa Wakesurfing Challenge gives riders an opportunity to compete and qualify for the premier wakesurfing event in the world: the Centurion

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World Wake Surfing Championship in Parker, Arizona, September 27 to 29. While top competitors from across North America and the world (UK and Russia) are returning or have already signed up to take part, this BC Rockies competition was established to enable local western Canadian riders who would not normally have such an opportunity to compete and possibly win themselves a place at the Worlds. The competition is open to all skill levels, so if you can drop the rope, you can enter! Along with a pro division there will be amateur, junior and master categories for both men and women. As a fundraiser for the event, H2O School will be hosting a camp with a highly-

acclaimed pro-wakesurfing coach immediately before the competition. Join pro rider and world champion Keenan Flegel August 7 and 8. Seventeen year old Keenan hails from Florida and is taking the wakesurfing world by storm! In addition to winning first in Men’s Pro Surf at the 2012 World Series Wakesurfing Championship in Arizona, he took home first place in every skim style event he entered across North America including the 2012 USA Wakesurf Nationals in June 2012. He has been World Champion twice so far (2012 Pro Men Surf and 2010 Pro Men Skim.) Anyone interested in taking part in a camp, or checking out the action as a spectator can visit rmwa.ca for full event details.

Haley Collier Haley Marie Collier loves to run laps around her nana, Barb Filipe’s backyard garden in Elkford. Currently, Haley is taking swimming lessons, hip-hop dancing and wants to join soccer and martial arts next year. Sponsored by

Ladies raised over $8000 at the tenth annual Golf for the Cure, which goes to the Canadian Cancer Society for breast cancer research.

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Vancouver Whitecaps FC announce fall Kootenay Academy plans By Black Press staff

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ancouver Whitecaps FC regional head coach David Broadhurst will be in Nelson from August 10 to 18 to lead the evaluations for the Whitecaps FC Kootenay Prospects Academy. Boys and girls ages U10 to U18 will have the opportunity to be evaluated for selection and invitation to the Kootenay Prospects program, which will include up to four boys and four girls training groups with 16 to 20 players per training group. “We really enjoyed our inaugural year in the Kootenays and learned more about how the program can have the greatest impact and benefit for local players,” said Whitecaps FC director of soccer development Dan Lenarduzzi. “Based on that we have made some adjustments this 10:27:03 AM year that will provide a regular Whitecaps FC presence in the Kootenays, more regular contact with the

players, and increased communication.” The program, including all sessions, will be run by Whitecaps FC Okanagan regional head coach Broadhurst and will include a 10-month program with three phases, running September through June, with weekly training sessions. There will also be one travel weekend per phase, which last year included an MLS weekend in Vancouver featuring an on-field training session and a Whitecaps FC MLS match. “The club’s desire is to have an overall regional program strategy that will allow the Prospects Academy to be accessible to the best players in the Kootenay region,” said Broadhurst. “In this coming 2013-14 cycle, we will operate a West program which will primarily be open to players from Nelson and Kootenay South. The objective will be to work towards a similar East program for the fall of 2014-15. This will then provide the ability to connect

the two programs for select training and events.” Whitecaps FC currently provide technical services to the Nelson Youth Soccer Association and hope to expand these services to other areas of the Kootenays. To be selected for the Whitecaps FC Prospects Academy, all players must register for the evaluation process. Evaluation

sessions will be held at Lakeside Park in Nelson during the weekends of August 10 and 11 and again on August 17 to 18. Players interested in registration for the evaluation can visit whitecapsfc.com/ academy and select Kootenay Academy or contact David B r o a d h u r s t at dbroadhurst@ whitecapsfc.com or by phone at 250-550-5489.

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hat a great Tuesday. The weather was amazing and 13 players cameout in the morning to play as well as 18 teams joining in the fun of Golf Fore the Cure raising almost $8,000 for cancer research. Ladies' Day Results: Event: Low Putts Attendance Prizes for the morning group: Sleeve of Srixon golf balls - Anne Majic Sleeve of Srixon golf balls - Jill Snell Event Winners: 0-23: Patti Kuntz 24-29: Chris Stockey 30-35: Jill Snell 36+: Donna Clark

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Come and explore the local culture By Angela Treharne Free Press Staff

he Columbia Basin Culture Tour allows you to explore artists' studios, museums, art galleries and heritage sites for free! Travel to studios and archives that aren't normally open, see demonstrations, new exhibitions and collections or meet people behind the scenes. To participate in the tour, simply grab a map, your Culture Tour Directory and go discover. In West Fernie you will find the Melanie Macvoy’s studio situated on her picturesque property with a seasonal creek, flower, vegetable and water gardens. Melanie is a contemporary acrylic painter whose subject matter ranges from old growth cedar trees to mountain landscapes. Her paintings are known for her vibrant colours and unique perspectives. The Fernie Arts Co-op is located in a beautiful heritage building and is a volunteer organization that provides a venue for local East Kootenay Artists to display and sell their work. The store features a wide variety of media, including original paintings, handmade jewellery, photography, pottery and fine art prints that portray the region and the lifestyle of the East Kootenays. Stop by to visit Fernie painter Kathy Stead, her paintings are inspired by the natural beauty of the Fernie area and reflect the beauty of the local scenery. Naked Earth Pottery will be showing the work of potters Sher Pichler, Kerri Holmes and Sarah Pike, all living and working in Fernie. They have demos scheduled throughout the weekend and refreshments will be available for all Culture Tour visitors. In historic Hosmer, visit Fernie Forge, a purpose built working studio of qualified British blacksmiths Sandra and David Barrett, who address the custom blacksmithing needs of the Elk Valley. Fernie Forge makes all manner of things from forged and

fabricated metal; especially artwork using steel, bronze and copper. Tour brochures are available at tourist information centres and participating venues. Visit the website at www.cbculturetour. com to view full artist/venue profiles for further details on each location’s activities or register to receive a tour brochure in the mail. For further information, call the CKCA at 1-250-505-5505 or toll free at 1-877-505-7355. The Columbia Basin Culture Tour is supported by Columbia Basin Trust funding.

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Notice of Public Hearing Re: Application to Exclude Land from and to Include Land to the Agricultural Land Reserve – Elk Valley ALR Boundary Review The Agricultural Land Commission (ALC) has been reviewing the ALR boundaries in the Elk Valley in the area generally described as Morrissey to Elkford. The purpose of the review is to refine the ALR boundaries so that they encompass land that is both capable and suitable for agricultural use. As part of this review the ALC has initiated applications pursuant to sections 17(1) and 29(1) of the Agricultural Land Commission Act proposing to include land to and exclude land from the ALR respectively. In accordance with the Agricultural Land Commission Act and procedural regulation the ALC will be holding a public hearing to provide interested parties with an opportunity to express their views as they relate to the applications. A public hearing is scheduled for 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm on Thursday, August 15, 2013. The meeting will be held at the Best Western Plus Fernie Mountain Lodge located at 1622 - 7th Avenue, Fernie. Application material can be viewed at the ALC’s website at http:www.alc.gov.bc.ca For further information please contact Reed Bailey at the ALC: (604)-660-7026 or by email to Reed.Bailey@gov.bc.ca.

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In Loving Memory LAURENCE MAPSON Aug. 25, 1930 - Aug. 5, 2008 Softly the leaves of memory fall. Gently I gather and treasure them all. Unseen, unheard, you are always near. So missed, so loved, so very dear. No longer in our lives to share. But in our hearts you’re always there Dad/Papa. Lovingly remembered by Susan, John, Jesse and Cody

Obituaries RATUDRADRA: January 18th, 1931July 22nd, 2013 After a seven year battle with myelofibrosis anemia, Vaciseva Ratudradra, passed away peacefully with her family at her side on July 22nd, 2013 in Fernie, B.C. She was born on January 18th, 1931 in Nakaunakoro, Kadavu Islands Fiji. She got married in 1946 to Viliame Ratudradra and was widowed in 1978. She is survived by her children, Ruth Qiodravu, Ruci Gavoka, Alisi Stark, Mosese Ratudradra, Voniani Ratudradra, Viliame Ratudradra, Taniela Ratudradra and Joeli Ratudradra. She is also survived by many grandchildren and great grandchildren in Canada and Fiji. She has touched the lives of many and will always be remembered for making her home her castle. She took pride in everything that she did. She made sure that everyone was fed and the house was taken care of. Gardening was her passion and her hospitality was contagious. We will always cherish her loving nature, her warm smile and her strong spirit. We would like to extend our sincerest thanks to the staff at the Elkford Clinic, Fernie Hospital and Cranbrook Hospital. Funeral Services were held on Friday, July 26, 2013 at 11:00 AM at the Elkford Alliance Church with burial to follow at the Rivercrest Cemetery in Sparwood. Arrangements entrusted to Cherished Memories Funeral Services Ltd.

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Van Kam’s Group of Companies requires Highway Owner Operators for runs throughout BC and Alberta. Applicants must have winter and mountain, driving exp. / training. We offer above average rates and an excellent employee beneﬁts package. To join our team of Professional drivers, email a resume, current driver’s abstract & details of truck to: careers@vankam.com or call Bev at 604-968-5488 or Fax: 604-587-9889 Van-Kam is committed to Employment Equity and Environmental Responsibility. We thank everyone for applying, however we will only contact candidates that interest us.

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ST. MICHAEL’S PARISH Centennial Square, Sparwood

YOU ARE INVITED! Mass Times: Saturdays: St. Michael’s ~ 7:00 pm Sundays: St. Michael’s ~ 11:00 am St. Bernard’s Mission, Elkford ~ 4:00 pm Thursdays: St. Michael’s ~ 6:30 pm Fridays: Lilac Terrrace ~ 11:00 am Confessions: Following each mass, or by appointment. Pastor: Father Bart Van Roijen 250-425-6444

TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH 691 4th Avenue, Fernie Sunday Worship...1:30 pm Pastor Fraser Coltman

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SPARWOOD CHRISTIAN CENTRE (formerly Fernie Baptist Church)

1622 10th Avenue, Fernie 250-423-4112 www.mountainsidechurch.ca Sunday Service, 10:00am. Contact Pastor Shawn Barden shawnbarden@gmail.com

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HOLY FAMILY PARISH Catholic Church 521 4th Avenue, Fernie

Parish Office 250-423-6127 Masses:

Tues. & Wed. 9:00 am Saturday 5:00 pm Sunday 9:00 am Confessions: Before 5:00 pm Mass on Saturday or by appointment Father Bart Van Roijen

CHRIST CHURCH ANGLICAN 591 4th Avenue, Fernie 250-423-6517

250-425-7787 Affiliated with the Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada (PAOC) Services: Sunday 10:30 am Wednesday Bible Study: 6:47 pm Everyone Welcome Pastor: Rev. R.G. (Ross) Powell

Christ Church Anglican Fernie

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