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Outdoor Stewardship: New LCS class takes education outside of the classroom PAGE 3
Boil Water Advisory lifted as of March 2: Turbidity drops below 1.0 NTU
Anti-bullying: Jordan Giebel uses karate to help kids put an end to bullying PAGE 10
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Though Lake Cowichan may be falling behind in early childhood education (see page two), there are still some resources that continue to serve the community, like the Books ‘n’ Bubbles literacy bus. The literacy bus, a 41 foot Bluebird School Bus, travels around the Cowichan Valley
all week, serving communities lacking in early education opportunities, and making a stop in Lake Cowichan’s Saywell Park twice a week, on Monday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and on Friday from 9 to 12 p.m. The Books ‘n’ Bubbles Bus is essentially a mobile preschool. Aboard the bus, kids ages zero to five, accompanied by their parents, sing songs, makes arts and crafts, have stories read to e
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Early Development Index: Lack of student preparedness takes sharp rise per cent average. The numbers look even more shocking when factoring in Lake Cowichan’s low numbers during the 2004 – 2007 Local Health Profile, when the town’s EDI was only 17 per cent, nearly half of the provincial average at the time. While Nanaimo and Ladysmith also saw a rise in EDI, the numbers only
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Dr. Paul Hasselback, Medical Health Officer for Central Vancouver Island, recently presented the region’s Local Health Profiles. The document contains data for each of the region’s municipalities, concerning issues ranging from birth rates to water quality. While Lake Cowichan fared well in several categories, the report revealed a concerning drop in the quality of early childhood education. Lake Cowichan’s Early Development Index (EDI) was significantly higher than the averages for both the Cowichan Valley and British Columbia as a whole. Research shows that approximately 49 per cent of children in the Lake Cowichan School District are inadequately prepared when entering the education system, as opposed to the province’s 33
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changed by five and six per cent, respectively. “We’ve seen that children who are better prepared [when entering the education system] do better on provincial exams, and that carries on until they’ve completed school,” Hasselback said. “Those who are not may be at a higher risk of demonstrating behaviour issues or a variety of other outcomes.” Hasselback also noted that the Lake Cowichan geographical area includes not only the town of Lake Cowichan, but area that
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as some would call them, are very good at recognizing how to provide opportunities for children to collectively learn, socialize and participate in physical fitness activities. There’s concern that children are not getting enough play, that they’re spending too much time in front of screens.” While Lake Cowichan may be lacking in resources for parents of young children, a few residents, including Lake Cowichan Teachers’ Association president Chris Rolls, are working towards the establishment of a local pre-school. When the Gazette spoke to Rolls last month, she said the group was currently in the research stages for the project. Aside from the alarming rate in which EDI scores are rising in Lake Cowichan, the Local Health Profile also contained some good news, such as the rising rate of students graduating in Lake Cowichan and across the Cowichan Valley. However, a high EDI may be telling of future graduation rates. “As much as anything, it means there are indicators that are in need of attention,” Hasselback said. “It’s certainly an opportunity to look more carefully at the Lake Cowichan area.”
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stretches all the way to the west coast of the Island. Only half of the population of the Lake Cowichan area live within the town that shares its name. A smaller number of children starting school could also mean a more rapid fluctuation of the EDI. Regardless, the EDI is still moving drastically in the wrong direction.
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LCS’s Outdoor Stewardship takes education outside of the classroom
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Mountain, forest, ocean: Students learn about ‘the three environments’ through research projects, hikes and other recreational pursuits Drew McLachlan
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This year, Lake Cowichan School has been offering students a fresh take on environmental education, with a new course called Outdoor Stewardship 11. The unique once-a-week class, held for two hours every Wednesday, takes grade 10, 11 and 12 students outside to teach them the value of outdoor recreation. LCS principal Nicole Boucher, who teaches the class, typically leads students on a new hike each week, where they learn about outdoor ethics, trail etiquette and how to prepare for emergencies. “It’s critical to get kids outside as much as possible,” Boucher said. “They can look at what we’re doing in the class as a lifelong pursuit, but they wouldn’t have known it was there without being introduced to it first. They’ll have that experience for the rest of their lives, and it’s something that carries a definite health benefit.” Though typically on the
trail, students do spend some time in the classroom as well. A recent project had students doing independent research of nearby trails, such as the Juan de Fuca Trail, learning about topography, mapping and orienteering along the way.
LCS principal Nicole Boucher
The Cowichan watershed is also a frequent topic in the classroom. Hiking, as well as other activities like kayaking and in-class research, make up what Boucher referred to as “the three environments:” mountain, ocean and forest/
wilderness. While Outdoor Stewardship is mandated by the school district, LCS is one of the first, if not the first, to implement the class, and most of the hikes take place on Lake Cowichan trails.
Photo Drew McLachlan
Unsurprisingly, Outdoor Stewardship has been a hit with students, filling all 14 spaces in each semester so far, including one international student who has taken both classes. Boucher said that about half of the students are
experiencing even some of the closer trails for the first time, and returning on the weekend with friends and family. Boucher said that the class has also been met with praise from some parents. “Parents say the kids all have a lot of fun on hikes, and that it’s just the class the more outdoorsy kids need,” Boucher said. “One dad even tagged along with us for a day. The feedback so far has been super positive.” Students have some input on where to go, and some of the trails that the class has covered so far include Sombrio Beach, Bald Mountain, Maple Mountain and Genoa Bay. As for the future of the class, Boucher said she’s unsure if the class could expand past its weekly schedule, despite its popularity. “I don’t know if I see it expanding, as we’re limited by staff and timetables,” she said. “I don’t have enough time in my timetable to be gone twice a week, but we could look at adding a second section with another teacher.”
Relaxed groups for moms, dads and others who care for infants and children The groups are free. Just drop into the Kaatza Health Unit between 10:30 and 11:30 on Monday. The groups meet every week, all year, unless there is a statutory holiday. March 23 Christy Thomson the community nutritionist will answer your questions on starting solids and feeding your toddler. Kaatza Health Unit, 58 Cowichan Ave. West Vancouver Island Health Authority
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Universities don’t need lobbyists, minister says B.C. Views: Ministry will be ‘advising’ institutions to not hire lobbyists, though independent institutions will use own discretion Tom Fletcher BLACK PRESS
When Andrew Wilkinson started the year in his new job as advanced education minister, he knew B.C. universities hired lobbyists to pitch expansion plans to government. Wilkinson was one of those lobbyists in his role as a lawyer in private practice, before being elected MLA for VancouverQuilchena in 2013. Under attack for the second day in question period at the B.C. legislature, Wilkinson said Tuesday the practice of universities hiring expensive consultants to speak to the government that funds and regulates them should come to an end. “It’s been abundantly clear since I took this role that access to my ministry and to me is unlimited for all the institutions,” Wilkinson told the legislature. He said he will advise all B.C. post-secondary institutions that they don’t need lobbyists, but as independent institutions it will be up to them to decide. On Monday, opposition critics produced records showing Kwantlen Polytechnic
University had paid consultant Mark Jiles $177,000 for “relationship building” with the government over several years. Jiles also worked on executive compensation for Kwantlen, where school officials were paid unreported bonuses that broke government salary caps. That controversy led to Wilkinson switching cabinet jobs with Surrey-Tynehead MLA Amrik Virk, who was involved in the overpayments as a member of the Kwantlen board. The cabinet shuffle took place quietly in December, after emails surfaced that contradicted Virk’s claims he was not involved in the overpayments. On Monday, NDP advanced education critic Kathy Corrigan described Jiles’ compensation as “$15,000 a handshake.” On Tuesday, NDP leader John Horgan went further. “The $177,000 to Mr. Jiles translated into a $50,000 contribution to the B.C. Liberal Party from Mr. Jiles,” Horgan told the legislature. “The minister [Wilkinson] lobbied for Simon Fraser University. Is the minister okay with $50,000 coming from the public back to the B.C. Liberal Party?” Corrigan said Tuesday
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a similar arrangement saw lobbyist and “Liberal insider” Don Stickney paid $75,000 by Vancouver Community College. Wilkinson is a former president of the B.C. Liberal Party who served as deputy minister for economic development and intergovernmental relations with former premier Gordon Campbell. Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Twitter: @tomfletcherbc Email: tfletcher@blackpress.ca
CVRD emergency awareness programs well worthwhile Dear editor, I have just read the letter from Bert Lievre decrying the money spent by the CVRD on emergency planning. We have taken advantage of the CVRD emergency preparedness programs. We distributed their book to our neighbours and we invited neighbours to our home to hear a presentation from one of the preparedness staff people. Both the book and the presentations are well worthwhile. —Ken Hiebert Ladysmith
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March 1st is the first day to make reservations for provincial campgrounds. How do you feel about the reservation system and the increasing cost of camping at BC’s Provincial Parks?
Objolnen Nordal “I don’t really agree with reservation systems. If you’re traveling and you don’t have a phone or a computer and you get to the campsites there could be no space left.”
Brenda Mountain “People don’t always know in advance — we are spontaneous — we decide one weekend we want to go camping and go. The prices are getting ridiculous, at Goldstream we were charged an extra $10 to park a second car.”
Joy Becvar “I think it is a real rip-off because people with money can take advantage of it, for those of us on fixed income it is a lot of extra money. I can go to a private campsite with all the amenities for less sometimes.”
Darlene Shaw “I don’t like the reservation system, that doesn’t work for me, I’ll go to a private campground instead. I can find campsites that are half the price of government ones, they provide firewood, showers, all that, for free.”
Jim Bentley “I think that it’s a bit overboard, but if it takes three months to reserve it and there is that many people coming here that should be implemented. Cost is a sore point, but I guess they have to pay somebody to do the maintenance there.”
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Are the First Nations showing us the way to the future? Dear editor, The proposed “Lake Cowichan Experiences” is a project worthy of community support and collaboration with our local First Nation. However, its significance is much more than an economic opportunity waiting to be realized on the lake adjacent to North Shore Road. The project’s endorsement by Chief Cyril Livingstone and the rationale provided by Coordinator Aaron Hamilton represent a major commitment to and belief in a positive future for Lake Cowichan and region. Since coming to the Town we have been pleased to meet and work with many citizens who believe that there is great potential for the community going forward. However, some find it difficult to embrace the changes that may be required to reach a brighter tomorrow. I have empathy with long-term residents who might like us to return to the “lumber-oriented boom town” of the
past, and can understand those who are critical of community changes such as the new Town Square. Nonetheless, it is time to acknowledge that the “future Lake Cowichan,” if it is to be a successful and vibrant community, will be very different than its historical foundation. It is perhaps ironic that the Lake Cowichan First Nation, with its long standing traditions, values and culture is providing us a shining beacon to follow in helping us shape our community’s future. The waterfront project, and their incredible participation and collaboration in helping the community have a distinct Town Square, shows how a small but focused group can make a major impact on our road ahead. Let us provide them the help that their visionary outlook deserves. — Dr. Les Bowd Lake Cowichan
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Above: Janice Carnell of Lake Cowichan’s Xi Gamma Kappa delivers a basket full of baby supplies to the Dalskag-Rissling family Left: Mother Dianna Rissling cradles a tired Baby Sol.
Lake Cowichan’s Baby Sol first baby of 2015 for area
After two years of Youbou parents having the honour, the Cowichan Lake area’s first baby of the was born to Lake Cowichan residents Dianna Rissling and Cameron Dalskag. Baby Sol was born on Jan. 17, weighing 2.53kg (five pounds). Lake Cowichan’s Xi Gamma Kappa ladies group was pleased to deliver a basket of baby supplies to the family.
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The new seniors’ centre: was it really that long ago that the new Cowichan Lake Senior’s Centre opened? If you guessed 24 years ago you’d be correct! It was May 11, 1991 that the official opening supper was scheduled at the new facility, a delay of a few weeks past the original projected opening date. The new date coincided with the annual Cowichan Lake Heritage Days celebration. It was just three years later, October 1994, that the official opening of the new addition to the centre took place. The new fire hall: construction on the new six-bay fire hall began in early 2003 with the completion and official opening taking place in 2004. Eleven years ago! The old railway trestle, near Greendale Road, which opened in 1912, was converted to a footbridge some seventy-nine years later (spring of 1991), a number of years after the railway was discontinued. Those responsible for the work done in 1991 — converting the railway
trestle into a footbridge for pedestrians — were members of the local Kinsmen and Lions Clubs. Some of the men involved in the volunteer project included Garry Fales, Wayne Nash, Jack Nahirnick, Jim Marwood, Mike Vandersluys, David Laing, Rick Gratz, Terry Olson, Joe Guenette and Laurie Knippelberg. Handrails were installed on each side of the bridge secured by metal mesh. A new floor, built on top of the railway ties, was to be built by members of the Valley Fish and Game Club. This was all made possible after the railway turned its’ decommissioned rail line (which included the trestle) to the village. After much work by many, the Evergreen Place apartment building was completed and officially opened fifteen years ago. To mark the occasion the King George Senior’s Affordable Housing Society celebrated the first anniversary of Evergreen Place on Nov 24, 2000 with a wine and cheese party in the buildings activity room. Has it really been fifteen years? A brand new, although not the first, “Welcome to Lake Cowichan” sign was erected at the entrance to town back in 1974. The sign, made by Lloyd Kiss of Youbou, measured ten feet by three and a half feet and was supported by red cedar logs. It was situated near Darling Tire. In December of 1990, the sign was replaced by a beautiful wood
carving depicting a cougar above the words “Welcome to Lake Cowichan.” This unique piece of art was designed and carved by local carver/ artist Zak Stolk. Today, fifteen years later, the sign looks as good as it did the day it was erected. The tiny tourist booth that was located beside the welcome sign was removed some years and replaced by the log cabin Tourist Centre which is located near Point Ideal Road in “downtown” Lake Cowichan. How long has it been since the original Grandstand (bleachers and roof covering) was removed from Centennial Park? Much to the chagrin of a number of town locals, many who had helped build the originals some thirtyfive years prior, the grandstand was demolished in May 1991. A new grandstand with concrete block bleachers and steel roof replaced the original. The construction of a salmon hatchery on Oak Lane (off MacDonald Road) was started in August 1991 by volunteers and built on village (town) property. It was to be operated by the local Salmonid Enhancement Society. Prior to then, the hatchery, which is still in operation today, was located next to the village boat launch. This hatchery is not to be confused with the government of Canada Fish Hatchery (circa 1900-1936) that occupied the land that is presently Central Park.
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First Nations bringing back Health and Wellness Fair this week
Diabetes: Sue ‘Mrs. Pudding’ Schaefer will be delivering a lighthearted look at the increasingly prevalent disease Drew McLachlan
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The Cowichan Lake Sports Arena hosted a Bully Proofing Karate Workshop last Friday (Feb. 27). The free event, led by instructor/sensei Jordan Giebel (pictured), saw about 20 kids learn the many causes of bullying and how to identify and stop it in a non-violent way as well as a few karate moves. “We use martial arts as away to build confidence,” Giebel said. “It’s more important to have respect and discipline than it is to have a good punch.” Cowichan Lake Recreation puts on the workshop every year.
Local First Nations will be bringing a wealth of health care practitioners from around Vancouver Island to Lake Cowichan for a Community Health and Wellness Fair, set for March 7 at Centennial Hall. Both floors of Centennial Hall will see an assortment of organizations behind the booths, including Vancouver Island University, Curves and St. John Ambulance, among others. The main stage will also be filled with health-based demonstrations and performances, including Zumba and yoga tutorials by Cowichan Lake Recreation, storytime and e-library demonstrations by the Vancouver Island Regional Library, a “learning to exercise again” demonstration and more, each lasting around thirty minutes.
Nations communities, with 17.2 per cent of First Nations people living on reserves being diagnosed with Type2 diabetes. “It’s fairly serious for First Nations overall, but also within the broader community as well,” Hamilton said. “It’s one of the silent [diseases] people don’t often talk about. It can just hit you, regardless of lifestyle. [Schaefer] takes a lighthearted approach; she brings awareness to diabetes in a healthy and fun way, which is why we wanted to have her at the Health Fair.” Though this will be the first Health and Wellness Fair to be organized by Lake Cowichan First Nations, the town saw a similar event last spring, when Choose Cowichan Lake organized their own after receiving a one-time grant to do so. Hamilton said that although they have yet to see how next week’s event turns out, they’re hoping to continue the Health and Wellness Fair as an annual offering.
“ ” [Diabetes] is fairly serious for First Nations overall, but also within the broader community as well. Melanie Hamilton
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While organizers are not working around a particular theme for the Health and Wellness Fair, coordinator Melanie Hamilton said they were aiming to provide “a little bit of everything” for the inaugural event. A guest speaker Hamilton said she was very enthusiastic about is Sue “Mrs. Pudding” Schaefer, a diabetes nurse educator who Hamilton said brings a “not-so-serious approach to a serious disease.” Diabetes is one of the fastest rising health problems in Canada, having reached a 7.6 per cent prevalence across Canada (though it remains slightly lower in British Columbia), which is estimated to reach over ten per cent of the population in the next five years. The disease is also becoming increasingly prevalent within First
“We’re excited to take the lead on something we’ve never done before,” she said. The Health and Wellness Fair is also being used to help fund the Nation’s totem pole project set for Ts’uu baa-asatx Square. Admission is free, though donations will be accepted and used to offset the costs of the materials and artist. The rough carving of the pole is still set to begin in April, and residents are invited to participate. The pole project is expected be finished in late August, when the pole will be raised in Ts’uu baaasatx Square following a traditional ceremony and blessing of the pole. The Health and Wellness Fair is scheduled for March 7 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Centennial Hall, next to the Cowichan Lake Sports Arena on 309 South Shore Road.
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Retreads take the hard road on Christopher Rock
Christopher Fraser: The touching story behind one of Youbou’s favourite hikes Occasionally, when a trail is very arduous, we offer a less challenging option so people can choose from two hikes. As happened this time, there was an even split in the group with ten hiking up Cottonwood Creek and ten taking on Christopher Rock. The Cottonwood Creek gang headed up the west side of the stream for several kilometres and then back again. Along the way, they admired the creek water, which is as crystal clear as ever, and the woods which are as beautifully mossy. Meanwhile, the rest of us headed up Christopher Rock which, although not a long hike, is a very steep one. All the huffing and puffing was well worthwhile when we emerged from the trees and clambered up onto the rocky bluff. On a clear day, the views up and down the lake are stunning. Even
on this misty day it was lovely. In fact, the mist added a special effect as it drifted silently by, allowing us tantalizing glimpses of the town and the lake far below before closing in again. There is a moving story behind how Christopher Rock came by its name. In the 1970s, a young man named Christopher Fraser was growing up in Youbou. Despite a health episode in his early life, which left one side of his body paralyzed, he did not let this slow him down or hinder his activities. As well as being an avid photographer, Chris enjoyed climbing up onto the
rocky bluff above town and was often there. He also liked to cycle and in the late spring of 1979, he decided to bike across Canada. He succeeded in making it over the Rocky Mountains, through the prairie provinces and as far as Bancroft, Ontario. Sadly, he drowned while he was swimming in a lake there in May of 1979. His family brought him home and scattered his ashes on the bluff he loved so much. The local people called this bluff Christopher Rock and the name stuck and has since become the official trail name. It’s a beautiful, serene place
to sit and remember someone dear to you or to simply admire the awesome scenery. We made our descent slowly and cautiously, most of us happy that we had our hiking poles to assist us. As planned, we met the rest of the Retreads at Arbutus Park in Youbou, where we sat to eat our lunches beside the water before heading back home. Retreads enjoy the scenery and the stories of the places they visit. They also enjoyed a social on Saturday night and will have a table at the Health Science Fair on March 7th. We believe hiking is a way to keep active both physically and socially and that we have earned our place in the health fair. Do drop by and chat to us! —Submitted by Willa Suntjens
Bill to deal with derelict vessels introduced to House, ‘attacked’ by Conservative MPs Bill C-638: would solve problem caused by lack of jurisdiction with all levels of government
Jean Crowder MP’s RePoRt My private member’s Bill C-638 on derelict vessels had its first hour of debate on February 26th. For many years now, local groups like the Islands Trust have raised the problems of dealing with derelict vessels, particularly the lack of jurisdiction to deal with them, with all levels of
government. I had hoped that the Conservative federal government would recognize the value of taking steps to end confusion over who can deal with derelict vessels. But they have decided to attack my Bill instead. Here is a partial transcript of the Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Transport’s speech: “While our government appreciates the importance of the issues surrounding vessels of concern and wrecks in Canadian waterways, Bill C-638 does not address them. Instead, the bill would obligate the federal government to use valuable resources on abandoned vessels and wrecks that pose no hazard
to marine safety or the marine environment. In addition, the bill is impossible to implement under current federal legislation and therefore fails to present a viable solution to the issue of wrecks. For these reasons, the government opposes Bill C-638. Prevention should be the focus of this issue, not mandatory government remediation measures. Our government supports the immediate initiatives being led by Transport Canada and undertaken in partnership with the Department of Fisheries and Oceans and other interested parties to develop and implement a public outreach campaign. This proactive approach includes targeting the broader issue of vessels of concern and ensuring
that owners have the information that they need to take responsibility for the life cycle management of their vessels.” These remarks ignore the provision in my Bill that would allow the Minister to implement regulations around derelict vessels, including setting out parameters for when the Coast Guard takes action. And that nothing in Bill C-638 prevents the Minister from designating another authority to be the receiver of wreck in a particular situation. But it is clear that the Conservative government has not been listening to communities on our coast that are frustrated at their inability to deal with derelict vessels before they become a threat
to the environment or a hazard to navigation. And a public outreach campaign to try and prevent further derelicts is admirable but woefully inadequate. Transport Canada’s own reports show over 245 identified derelict vessels on our coast — any outreach campaign would be too late to deal with the danger they pose. The second hour of debate will happen in April. I hope to continue to raise support for my Bill and increase the pressure on Conservative MPs to support this legislation. Please go to my website (www.jeancrowder.ca) to see its progress.
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Reykjavik, Iceland. averages about six hours. We’re just about It’s as though we are driving over an hour and a half before sunrise. breakfast cereal. At that time, I’ll better be able to see these The “crunch, crunch, crunch, crunch” capable SUVs and their performance abilsound of the crisp snow below the ities. Right now, I’m feeling its four-wheel all-new 2015 Land Rover Discovery drive (4WD) system at work. The standard Sport’s cabin is both appetizing and Terrain Response system is set to snow/ice/ unnerving. gravel, and the seat warmers are on full As we traverse The studded tires bite into the slipblast. pery surface, which calms the nerves the topography, it’s I’m also feeling the comfort and hospitality almost as though but visibility is slim to none – save of its gracefully executed cabin and am that illuminated by our headlights enjoying the calm of the interior environone of the Norse – and traction changes after every ment. It might be frigid and rough outside, gods, or trolls, is rotation of the rubbers. Yet, I have but not from where I’m sitting. looking over us confidence in myself, the tires and The Discovery Sport will be available with from above and a vehicle whose DNA stems from one engine in Canada, and a great one at a lineage of predecessors born in that. It’s a 2.0L, turbocharged 4-cylinder shaking a sifter of environments devoid of traction. with 240 horsepower and 250 lb-ft of powdered sugar. Though it’s 9:08 a.m., the sun has yet torque. It’s then matched with a 9-speed Alexandra Straub to show itself and a blanket of pitch automatic transmission whose shifts black envelops the country. To add are as smooth as some of the ice we’re to the ambiance, Iceland is a place driving upon. It doesn’t feel underpowwhere mythical beings are embedded in its folklore! ered yet is relatively humble in power numbers. As we traverse the topography, it’s almost as though Regardless, for what most people will do with this, one of the Norse gods, or trolls, is looking over us from it’s plenty. above and shaking a sifter of powdered sugar. This There’s also room for up to seven passengers (there’s dusting of snow is a fanciful act of beauty in the dark a 5+2 configuration with stadium seating available) setting. and a wading depth of 600mm (24-inches), which I can’t see much around me. At all. But I know that we tested out as we crossed a river. Yes, a river. one side of the trail we’re navigating is a steep drop Just don’t open your doors for any reason in the off. While I’d love to drift the compact luxury SUV process. through some fantastic curves on these abandoned Other premium features include six USB outroads, now is not the time to try to be a hero. I’ll wait lets, 829L of cargo space behind the second for another opportunity and the absence of a cliff. row seats and an infotainment system that is In 100 metres, we will be turning left onto a street fairly intuitive to use. whose name I couldn’t pronounce correctly even if the Throughout the day, our travels took us over prize was a large sum of money. Streets in this part almost every imaginable surface in Iceland: of Iceland are not marked per se. We best follow the snow, ice, gravel, rocks, rivers, pavement, water GPS-based instruction if we want to stay on track. and more. Iceland’s sliver of sunlight per day during the winter When we ended our adventure in Reykjavik, the “tap,
In recent weeks, Driveway has featured a number of stories about winter driving. Given the early arrival here of warmer weather, have you removed your winter tires or will you wait a little longer?
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tap, tap, tap” of the studded tires resembled that of a mouse tap-dancing. The pitter-patter over the cobblestone streets meant our day was done, but not without being filled with everlasting memories. Iceland, a country that is hauntingly barren yet its winter beauty suggests a feeling of warmth (along with its geothermal baths and activity.) And the companionship of the Land Rover Discovery Sport only added to the magic of the world’s northernmost capital city. The Land Rover Discovery Sport is set to arrive this spring and has a starting MSRP of $41,490.
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