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Spike in crystal meth reports heightens concerns Fruitvale men, charged with possession, appeared in Rossland court Monday BY SHERI REGNIER Times Staff
Police say there's been a spike of people in custody who are under the influence of something more than alcohol or pot. “We get these strange calls from people who are being paranoid and think they are being followed,” says Cpl. Darryl Orr from the Greater Trail RCMP detachment. “Or they have taken their clothes off and are running around smashing through windows and doing really crazy things.” He says the calls lead to people who are high on methamphetamine, commonly referred to as crystal meth. “They have a distinct odour on their skin because of all the chemicals coming out,” Orr explained. “And a distinct appearance, they'll be clammy and sweaty because they've been up for a couple of days without food, drink or sleep.” Orr's words follow a recent drug bust on the highway between Rossland and Trail when the Trail RCMP General Duty Section seized a substantial amount of crystal meth and heroin.
Dustin Zier and Jordan Harfman of Fruitvale, appeared in Rossland Provincial Court Monday to face drug trafficking charges, possession of two grams of black tar heroin and over 20 grams of methamphetamine as well as probation breaches. Both men, known to the police, were released with conditions that include reporting to probation, keeping the peace and being of good behaviour, said Orr. The duo is scheduled to appear in court in October. The RCMP suspect the crystal meth was to be sold locally, and Orr clarified the amount seized is of significant street value. “Meth is sold by the point,” he explained. “Every point is a dose.” With 10 points in one gram of the drug, and about 21 grams confiscated, Orr said that's 210 people that could conceivably gotten high. Each point costs $15 to $20 which on the street, is considered relatively cheap to purchase. “The person might buy two or three points but not use them all at once, but over the course of 12-to24 hours,” he explained. “So 15 or 20 bucks will get someone high for eight or 12 hours. Lots of people go for days on binges without eating or drinking and end up in the hospital,” Orr added. “And some die.” See FENTANYL, Page 6
Guinness confirms local forestry company part of new world record BY SHERI REGNIER Times Staff
It's official. A Fruitvale forestry company helped set a Guinness World Record earlier this year. Three ATCO Wood Products employees and 23 Greenpeaks Holdings workers gathered outside of Rossland at Neptune Creek Drainage in May, and planted 7,785 trees in one hour. The impressive feat was part of the Sustainable Forestry Initiative
(SFI) that had 29 SFI teams of 25 to 100 people from New York City to Vancouver Island planting 202,935 trees in 60 minutes – setting a new world record. A certificate of recognition is on the way, says ATCO Silviculture Supervisor Mark MacAulay, referring to SFI's Tuesday news release confirming the title. “Attempting to set the record added a little fun and competition to work,” he said. See RECORD, Page 2
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Trail SPCA branch manager Danielle Jackman poses with Ryder, a hound cross, who is in need of a home. She was put up for adoption because her energetic demeanour didn’t fit well with four young children in her former home.
PAWS FOR A CAUSE ON SATURDAY
Walkathon targets animal cruelty BY VALERIE ROSSI Times Staff
Receiving a box full of kittens on your doorstep may seem like the ultimate gift. But there was nothing warm and fuzzy about the BC SPCA Trail Regional Branch recently finding four black kittens stuffed into a box without even a note. “This happens more often than we'd like, but it's gotten better over the years,” according to Trail branch manager Danielle Jackman. “Even if we don't get them dropped here, sometimes they're dropped off on the side of the road or next to somebody's mailbox.” Some animals never know kindness, but the SPCA's mission is to change that. The local branch is gearing up to fight animal cruelty through its largest fundraising effort this Saturday. The 2015 Scotiabank & BC SPCA Paws for a
Cause walk takes off from Gyro Park at 11:30 a.m., with registration at 10 a.m. The event brings animal lovers and their furry friends from all walks of life together for a good cause. The hope is that participants will have already collected pledges ahead of time, but no one is turned away. Those who want to tag along will be charged a $25 registration fee and receive a T-shirt. The walkathon starts at Gyro, routes to the Y in Sunningdale and loops back to the park, where there will be an assortment of entertainment, activities and vendors lined up. It's difficult to say what kind of life the cats had, said Jackman. Perhaps they were well cared for, and their owners were just uneducated on the best way to leave an animal at the shelter. See DONORS, Page 3
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Learning pottery is a family affair for two of VISAC's newest guild members Julie Kozak, and her mom, Leanna Kozak. The ladies travel from Castlegar to spin clay together at the downtown Trail pottery wheels. The studio is open to all members of the pottery guild during regular Selkirk College hours. Annual fees include membership to the VISAC Gallery.
Record effort promotes sustainable forestry FROM PAGE 1 “And now has added a lot of pride and satisfaction knowing that the record is officially confirmed.” SFI is a voluntary environmental certification standard that requires a commitment to sustainable forestry management and responsible envi-
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is a notable achievement for ATCO, says MacAulay, adding that planting so many trees will benefit people and wildlife in years to come. “There is also a great deal of accomplishment knowing that the area is fully planted and will soon become a young forest.” For the first few years the site will provide habitat for small mammals such as mice, voles and rabbits as well as the animals that prey on them like owls and hawks, MacAulay explained. “The site will also be a good area for recreation and sport such as hunting, snowmobiling and mountain biking.” As the seedlings grow over a number
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of years, the area will provide forage for bears and ungulates (hooved animals). “When the stand becomes more mature, it will provide shade in the summer as well as important winter range and habitat for animals such as weasels, martens, fishers and owls,” he added. “Finally it will once again provide jobs for people that work in the renewable resource industry.” Also helping set the new record were local teams from Interfor’s Castlegar and Grand Forks divisions. Sixtyseven volunteers and forestry professionals planted 8,227 seedlings at two Interfor harvesting locations, one near Greenwood, the other at Windfall Creek.
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Donors help fund investigations FROM PAGE 1 Often people don’t know that their animal’s needs are not being met or that what they’re doing could harm their pet. SPCA runs campaigns on subjects like dogs in the back of a truck, “hot dog” (leaving an animal in a car) and so forth to “become more proactive as a society.” The shelter takes in about 500 animals (dog, cats, and other small animals) a year and about 70 per cent of these are cats. Felines don’t usually take long to get adopted. They are more independent than dogs and have fewer needs. It can be more difficult to find a home for older animals or ones with a more complicated or upsetting upbringing. Last year the BC SPCA conducted 8,849 new cruelty investigations. The organization relies on donations to fund these cases as well as costs associated with caring for an animal that has been mistreated. The money collected via the walkathon stays in the region
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Four black kittens were recently left on the Trail SPCA’s doorstep without even a note to tell their story. and covers the costs associated with animal cruelty. “All of our investigations are funded by donors, so if we don’t have the funds then we’re limited to how much we can do for the animals,” Jackman added.
“Most of the animals that we get from these cases are highly neglected. They may need their teeth done or may be ill.” Having a back story is key to planning adequate care for these animals on their temporary stay and in their new home. The facility now considers the recently dropped cats “strays” and is obligated to hold them for a week, rather than put them up for adoption right away. “When you do come in, don’t make up a story, tell us the truth so we can help the animals the way they need to be helped,” said Jackman. “We’re here to help, and that’s why we’re here. We don’t pass any judgment. We just want to make sure the animals are cared for.” There will be a few dogs up for adoption on hand Saturday to bring more attention to such animals that need a home. The branch is hoping to reach its goal of raising $15,000 and even match or surpass last year’s efforts that brought in nearly $16,500.
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Local politicians delivering on election promise
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midst all the haggling and wrangling surrounding the pedestrian/ pipe bridge and all the huffing and puffing over the bump in costs to the sewer line, there’s a very important part of the process that appears to have fallen off the radar. If you think back to roughly a year ago, during the municipal election campaign and the respective candidate forums held in each community, there was one prevailing theme – co-operation. The voters were telling potential community leaders that one of the most important things they wanted to see was more collaboration between communities. Less bickering, fingerpointing and posturing and more unity. “Work together to solve our problems, not against each other,” was a popular mantra during the question periods. “How do you plan to do
that?” was the follow-up question. As we near the oneyear anniversary of what proved to be a shake-up in local politics – three new mayors, new councillors in every community armed with fresh ideas and outlooks – it’s important to note the bridges that have been built (pardon the pun). Recreation agreements have been forged between Trail and Warfield and the Beaver Valley. Groups have been working behind the scenes to come to more bilateral decisions about how our region operates from chambers of commerce to tourism to charity fundraisers. Now, of course, the pedestrian/pipe bridge is at the forefront of this nice trend of collaboration. The mayors of Rossland, Warfield and Trail worked diligently and quickly to get an agreement. It was exactly what
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the majority of people demanded last fall. “Quit the bickering and get things done,” was the message. So far the message has been heard and the leaders have responded. There will always be naysayers questioning the tactics of one community over another. There will always be dissenters who see the glass half empty. There will always be a few people searching for holes in ideas or conspir-
acy theories in the shadows. Sadly it’s a reflection of our entire political spectrum lately, federally and provincially, which trends towards division rather that cohesiveness. Take one minute to look at the federal election campaign and you’ll see what I mean. It’s not about growing our country. It’s about reminding voters how the ideas of other parties will wreck it. It’s not about what the candidate will do. It’s about what their opponents won’t do. That kind of rhetoric serves nobody except his or her own supporters. If anything it turns off voter engagement, it’s puts the real issues on the backburner and feeds an endless cycle of cynicism and negativity. However, the lesson learned over the last year locally is that solutions can be found despite a history of difference.
And solutions aren’t some pie-in-sky wish that will never be realized. They are there to be discovered through a little digging. There’s give and take, there’s discussion, there’s an exchange of positions, but the bottom line is we all want our communities to thrive as one entity not individually. The only way that can happen is by working together. While there will be some people who are skeptical of the entire pedestrian/pipe bridge deal, the people we elected last fall have endorsed it. They worked together and came to an agreement. That’s what we asked them to do if they wanted our vote last fall and that’s what they promised and that’s what they did. And that’s what we should be applauding. Guy Bertrand is the managing editor of the Trail Times
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LETTERS & OPINION LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Disappointed annual Toy Run stop doesn’t include downtown Trail anymore Lately it seems to me that every day our fair city is losing something important. The loss we have to deal with this time is not another retail outlet and though each one we lose is important, there are still some things which surpass even that. To be clear let me tell you a bit of history. As far back as 2003 each Sunday after Labour Day I would look forward to 1:00 p.m. so I could plant myself outside by the road and wait for Santa Claus. No I am not crazy, Santa does, or did, come
into downtown Trail on the first Sunday after Labour Day riding not a sleigh but a Harley. I would guess by now you have figured out that I am speaking about the yearly Toy Run. These dedicated bikers give up one day a year to ride through a few of the smaller towns in the West Kootenay area and as they ride through each town they pick up toys for those children who otherwise might not have anything under the tree on Christmas Day. If one doesn’t recognize this concept, it
is called doing something charitable. It is also called putting forth an effort with very little in return. Fast forward to Sunday, September 13th 2015. I waited and waited and waited as 1 pm came and went, 1:30 pm came and went and so did 2 pm. Finally at 2:15 I saw the bikes. Imagine my surprise when they rolled off the bridge and kept right on rolling, right through town and on to the next stop which would be in Rossland. I watched them disappear and couldn’t quite figure out what
had just happened. I thought maybe it was because they were a little late and wanted to make up time and that by next year everything would be back to normal. Today, I found out that would not be the case. Today I heard that the Toy Run had stopped at the Mall instead because there have been some rumblings about “all those noisy bikes” taking up “all the space downtown on a Sunday afternoon.” I find it hard to understand why Castlegar can host the Toy Run and Nelson
Gasoline prices continue to baffle consumers
The cost of gasoline in Trail and surrounding communities continues to baffle us and certainly feels like local exploitation. This morning the cheapest price of gas in Trail is $1.22.9. By contrast the cheapest price in Vancouver: (which already has added taxes) is $1.12.9, Kelowna: $1.17.9, Calgary:
$0.97.9, Toronto: $0.92.9, and lest it be said that our price reflects being in a “remote” area, Yellowknife N.W.T. price is: $1.23.9. How can local companies possibly justify the rates charged here. This has been going on for years and seems to be getting worse. We are basically forced to support
these unfair practices because there does not seem to be any local accountability for this deplorable situation. We wonder what community voice can provide leadership to challenge this gouging of local citizens. David Dudeck and Laura Anderson Trail
Canada needs real unemployment insurance
An editorial from the Winnipeg Free Press To call Canada’s job-loss benefit scheme an insurance policy is more than an innocent misnomer. It’s a deliberately deceptive policy supported by political administrations of various stripes to keep Canadians ignorant of the fact they pay much more than necessary in what is effectively a payroll tax. Last year, the overpayment — billions in additional dollars that flowed into federal general revenues — was almost $3 billion. That puts the Harper government’s $1.9-billion surplus for 2014/15, announced early amid the election campaign, into perspective. The premiums paid by employers and employees have been excessive for years, even though the Conservatives were told years back that EI would bring in much more than would be needed to temporarily support the number of people losing their jobs. It was a policy decision, in other words, to keep the tap open, just as it was to time scaling back on premiums — the government said that would start in 2016, cutting premiums from $1.88 to $1.49 per $100 of insurable earnings by 2017/18 — until after worries about annual deficits were over. EI surpluses have funded the fortunes of many finance ministers. The federal Liberal gov-
ernments, from the mid-1990s on, fattened up the bottom line off EI premiums. That, to the Tories, was abhorrent and they vowed to do something about it when they were in power. In 2006, the new government could have done the right thing, which is to set EI up as a legitimate insurance fund, run by an independent administrative structure (such as the Canada Pension Plan). Instead, Prime Minister Stephen Harper opted for a more expedient measure. His government formed the Canada EI Finance Board, with the mandate of setting premiums at rates that would see the amount paid in balanced with the amount paid out, over time. The Tories quietly dispensed with the charade of transparency and accountability in 2012, dismantling the board. The job of reporting on the government’s use of EI cash has fallen to the Parliamentary Budget Office. In 2013, the office reported billions of dollars more than necessary were set to flow into EI, and that this is not without cost to the economy. Taxing employers excessively, the office said, could cost up to 9,000 jobs. The cost is not just to employers, but also to hard-working Canadians, at all income levels. Further, the accounting shows that those who rely on EI when laid off have been hit harder
still, because the rules of eligibility have been changed. More weeks of work are needed to qualify for less in benefits. The hypocrisy of the Conservatives, who hammered the Chrétien and Martin Liberals mercilessly over “raiding” EI to pad the budgetary bottom line, is palpable. It is fodder political opponents typically thirst for, especially at opportune times. But it is dicey ground for the Liberals, given their track record. Mr. Trudeau has said only that he’ll cut premiums and improve benefits — in other words, continue the practice of adjusting rates as the government sees fit. New Democrats to date have said that EI cash ought to expand benefits generously. (All three parties have championed using the “fund” for tax breaks targeting small businesses, to spur hiring in schemes that economists have roundly discredited as useful.) Canadians need an honest insurance fund, operated beyond the reach of government. Only a government willing to put the interests of the labour force above the shortterm political gains would make that change. Liberals and New Democrats are fighting in this tight campaign to distinguish themselves for voters. A bold policy on EI reform would help to do that.
(as busy as it is) can shut down one of their main streets to accommodate the Toy Run while the same goes for Salmo, Fruitvale and Rossland.
I would like to know why a few mean spirited people can close our downtown streets to what is clearly a truly charitable event. The Toy
Run is a good thing and will continue to be a good thing but, unfortunately, not in downtown Trail. Linda Grandbois Trail
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Fentanyl pill also found in weekend drug bust FROM PAGE 1 The drug is commonly manufactured in illegal, hidden laboratories, mixing various forms of amphetamine (another stimulant drug) or derivatives with other chemicals to boost its potency. Common
pills for cold remedies are often used as the basis for the production. The meth “cook” extracts ingredients from those pills and to increase its strength combines the substance with chemicals such as battery acid, drain cleaner, lantern
fuel and antifreeze. Orr says the local seizure doesn’t mean the drug is being made locally, rather its most likely bought in larger cities. “That’s where you find the labs, are in the bigger centres,” he said. “That’s not saying
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The Golden City Days 2015 Committee is extremely grateful to the following sponsors and donors for their generous support and contributions: City of Rossland The GOAT Rossland News Trail Daily Times Teck Trail Operations RDKB, Area B
Nelson & District Credit Union, Rossland Branch EZ Rock Columbia Basin Trust The Rossland Telegraph
The Red Pair Shoe Store Misty Mountain Pizza Valerie Cross Natures’s Den Health Store Powderhound Out of the Cellar The Flying Steamshovel Prestige Mountain Resort Ferraro Foods, Rossland Sweet Dreams Cakery Hall Printing Rossland Museum Rossland Recreation Birchbank Golf Curiosity Clothing and Gifts Alpine Drug Mart IDA Mountain Nugget Chocolate Company Legacy Gift Room
Red Mountain Resort Bear Country Kitchen Rock Cut Neighborhood Pub Crews Control Flagging Redstone Golf Resort RossVegas Boardshop City of Rossland Public Works Delicious Baby & Toddler Boutique Alpine Grind Coffee House Mountain Shuttle Rossland Grocery Sourdough Alley Holdings Ltd. Kootenay Poooh Busters Rossland Subway Rossland Council for Arts & Culture Fall Fair Committee Rossland Beer Company
Our sincere gratitude goes to the many citizens, business owners, and community groups who participated in events, dressed in period clothing, hosted events and booths, volunteered their time behind the scenes and/ or during the weekend events, shared their talents on-stage, generously donated goods and services, created turn-of-the-century store displays and held special sales events, purchased GCD items, and supported the committee’s efforts to bring you a fun-filled family festival celebrating our rich pioneer heritage! Special thanks to Terry Brinson, Sylvia Mair, Lisa Henderson, Kristen Coull, Bev Rintoul, Jenn Wood, Lori Drake, and Mike Williams for their dedication and commitment in producing the weekend’s events! RAFFLE WINNERS: J. Albo, M. Cullen, T. Hall, D. Downing, I. McNeill, A. Tondu, M. Miller, B. Kivell, H. Kennedy, D. Reynolds, P. Stevens, A. Ens, M. Thompson, H. L’ecluse, W. Lazareff, A. Kirk, R. Brinson, D. Wardy, D. Hrappsted, T. Thatcher, J. Hanson, D. Boyko, B. Tomich, N. Hill, H. May, R. McGill, C. Spence, G. Hill, J. Rice, P. Grimsrud, G. Roberts, M. Kowalchuk, T. Exner, P. Senecal, L. Drake, J. Griffiths, M. Tingley, S. Tanabe, C. Sahlstrom, B. Crone, A. Antonenko, R. Samuelson, S. Wardy.
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there isn’t the possibilty of a lab here, but I think we’ve be seeing a steady stream of calls of people on crystal meth. We are not getting that, but we are encountering the drug more than normal.” He says black tar heroin is also sold in point, but isn’t commonly seen in the area. “We’ve been hearing about it coming up more on the street level than actual com-
plaints or seizures,” he said. “What we seized is significant. Two grams is 20 doses and (on the street) it’s $40 to $60 dollars for one point.” Orr mentioned that one pill, suspected to be fentanyl, was also uncovered during the arrest that took place Friday night at about 8 p.m. “The big thing we’ve been hearing about causing deaths across Canada is Fentanyl
pills,” he explained. “We’ve had a few overdoses and a few overdoses we’ve suspected to be Fentanyl,” Orr added. “But we always have to wait for toxicology and that takes a long time. We believe the pill we seized in this last bust was Fentanyl, but it has to be sent to the lab.” The Trail and Greater District RCMP detachment warned
the public about Fentanyl last October following a sudden death in East Trail and another who overdosed on the drug but survived. The BC Coroner Service confirmed the 41-year old male died of a Fentanyl overdose. Fentanyl is an opiate used as a pain killer and for anaesthesia, and medically, is a more potent alternative to morphine.
UNION OF B.C. MUNICIPALITIES CONVENTION
Split over environmental ‘rights’ BY TOM FLETCHER Black Press
Over vocal objections from some representatives, local politicians have narrowly endorsed a call for an “environmental bill of rights” for B.C. at their annual convention. Calling it “an idea whose time has come,” Richmond Coun. Harold Steves sponsored the motion Wednesday at the Union of B.C. Municipalities convention in Vancouver. It calls for recognition of a right to “live in a healthy environment, including the right to clean air, clean water, clean food and vibrant ecosystems.” Steves reminded delegates of a summer of smoke from forest fires and a drought that saw his Cache Creek farm run out of water. He noted the bill of rights has been supported by 36 municipalities around B.C., after a tour of local councils by the David Suzuki Foundation’s Blue Dot campaign. The idea was quickly challenged. “How is this resolution going to prevent forest fires and create clean air?” North Cowichan Coun. Al Siebring asked. “It’s not.” Williams Lake Mayor Walt Cobb dismissed the bill of rights movement as “David Suzuki propaganda” backed by urban people
who don’t understand that mining and forestry provide the lumber, copper and other products that build their homes. Cobb said it already takes years of environmental review before
resource extraction can be approved, “and if this passes, it will be another nail in the coffin of rural B.C.” Coquitlam Coun. Terry O’Neill listed a dozen provincial laws governing clean water,
air pollution, public health and food safety, calling on the convention to focus on specific measures instead of asserting rights that are actually “a demand for others to do something for you.”
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BY TIMES STAFF The Trail Smoke Eaters suffered a tough loss this week without hitting the ice. Assistant coach and GM Ryan Donald will be leaving the team after accepting an offer to coach at Yale University. “Being a Yale Alum, it has always been my goal to someday return there in a coaching capacity, and I am excited to get back to New Haven and begin working with the student-athletes at Yale,” Donald said in a release. “I look forward to following the Smokies in the future and watching these athletes grow into young men.” Donald, who is in his first season with the Trail Smoke Eaters and the BCHL, played for the Yale University Bulldogs from 2006-10 as a defenceman. In 123 games he amassed five goals and 19 assists, including 131 penalty minutes. Donald will continue with the Smoke Eaters as they prepare for the BCHL Showcase in Chilliwack this weekend and complete his duties with the club at the end of September. “I am very thankful for the opportunity the Trail Smoke Eaters gave me during this phase of my coaching journey,” Donald said. “Everyone from the Operations department through the game day staff treated my wife Carly and I like family from day one and we are both going to miss what lay in front of us here in Trail.” The Smoke Eaters play the Prince George Spruce Kings and the Wenatchee Wild this weekend in Chilliwack. The Smoke Eater organization wish Donald all the best with his alma mater, Yale University.
The Kootenay South Youth Soccer Association (KSYSA) U14 Girls Storm soccer team brought thunder and lightning to Castlegar’s Eye of the Storm soccer tournament on the weekend, winning gold after going undefeated through the roundrobin tournament. The Storm beat KSYSA U13 8-0, before winning 8-1 against Nelson U13, and taking a close 2-1 victory over U14 Kootenay East Youth Soccer from Cranbrook. The Storm faced the Nelson Selects U14 in the final, and in decisive fashion celebrated their first win over the Selects this season with a 6-2 thrashing.
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The fishing report is provided by Kerry Reed of Reel Adventures Sport Fishing Charters. Contact Kerry at 250-505-4963 or reeladventuresfishing.com. Kootenay Lake: With a lot of tourists around to enjoy our local resource, Reel Adventures Sport Fishing guides did fairly well this summer on Kootenay Lake regardless of the extreme hot weather. Most of our trips were based on beating the heat, so, early morning starts were the key. There seemed to be lots of small rainbow trout still around, so there was definitely some action everyday. And now that fall is almost upon us, we wait to see what the rest of the lake will do. To be expected, our Kokanee spawning numbers declined even more this year (to an all-time low). So, we will have to see what the future will bring us. That being said, our number of juvenile Rainbow trout seems to still be fairly high. So, if they can find food, or if the
kokanee issue can be resolved, there is still a good chance at seeing some larger rainbows in the future. Only time will tell. October, November, and December are usually my favourite months to fish. So, we’ll see how this fall/winter shapes up. Looking forward to it. Columbia River: The River remained high throughout the summer and due to the forest fires burning nearby, the falling ash made the water fairly murky, so the fish had trouble seeing our presentation. The high water also seemed to put a damper on the normal insect hatches we see. Usually the thick caddis hatch in July and August bring the surface of the river to life. But the hatches seemed a lot less extreme this year. Our guides did manage to hook into some good fish each time out, however not quite the numbers we’re used to. But, in the past few weeks the water has dropped and the clarity has improved. In fact, last week our boat had a couple fantastic days on the river. The fish have been very active in the past little while, so, were hoping to see a great rest of September and early October fishery out there.
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The latest trips have seen rainbows between two and five pounds on the fly, as well as on spinning gear. Also, walleye up to five pounds on the usual bottom bouncing gear or jigs. Looking forward to the next few weeks of this fishery. We’ll keep you posted. Kootenay Rivers: It’s that time of year again when we head out on our famous Kootenay rivers and tributaries to target some giant bull trout. The bull trout have been following spawning kokanee up the rivers and now the rivers are full of bulls. So, we will be making the run over to the East Kootenay as well as some West Kootenay rivers to target these amazing fish. Looking forward to this fantastic fishery. What are they biting on: Our Kootenay Lake fish have been caught on a mix of things. Due to the warmer water, we have been catching fish fairly deep in the water column. Lots of rainbows and bull trout have been caught at depths of 120-160 feet on plugs or spoons, as well as flasherhoochie combos. Although the past few weeks of cooler nights has brought the water temperature down, and we have been starting to catch a lot of fish on the
surface now too. Bucktail flies as well as small spoons seem to be the ticket on the surface. As the water cools, we should see more and more surface action. Our Columbia River fish have been caught on the usual fly patterns. Beaded nymphs have worked well when there isn’t a hatch happening. Although, some of our dry-fly caddis have been working on the hotter days again. Looking forward to the big October caddis patterns to kick in as fall approaches. For fly fishers targeting walleye, a woolly bugger, streamer, or Clouser minnow pattern on a four-foot leader and high-density sink line or sink-tip is an effective method and will even pick up the odd smallmouth bass. Our spinning gear techniques have included bottom bouncers with worms for the walleye and spinners and jigs for the rainbows. With the smoky skies finally clearing and the warm water finally cooling, I look forward to what the next few months have to offer. We now have all of our boats back in the Kootenays, so if you’d like to get out on the rivers or the lake, give us a call. Tight lines.
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The TRAX Swim Team took full advantage of a swim camp instructed by Olympic bronze medalist Brent Hayden at the Castlegar Rec Complex last week. Front row from left: Tenysha Ross van Mierlo, Aby Elwood and Kira Konkin. Centre from left: Sharman Thomas, Jackson Konkin, Tess Markus, Cyan Ross van Mierlo, Ian Markus and Kayla Fraser. Back from left: Coach Mike Konkin, Olympic Medalist Brent Hayden and his wife Nadina Zarifeh.
A tribute to Yogi Berra THE ASSOCIATED PRESS NEW YORK - Some of the more widely quoted philosophy of Yogi Berra, the New York Yankees Hall of Fame catcher who died Tuesday at age 90: On his approach to at-bats: “You can’t think and hit at the same time.” On selecting a restaurant: “Nobody goes there anymore. It’s too crowded.” On economics: “A nickel ain’t worth a dime anymore.” On how events sometimes seem to repeat themselves “It’s deja vu all over again!” On baseball attendance: “If people don’t come to the ballpark, how are you gonna stop them?” On a slipping batting average: “Slump? I ain’t in no slump. ... I just ain’t hitting.” On travel directions: “When you come to a fork in the road take it.” On pregame rest: “I usually
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take a two-hour nap from 1 to 4.” On battling the shadows in left field at Yankee Stadium: “It gets late early out there.” On being told he looked cool: “You don’t look so hot yourself.” On being asked what time it was: “You mean now?” On being given a day in his honour: “Thank you for making this day necessary.” On a spring training drill: “Pair off in threes.” On his approach to playing baseball: “Baseball is 90 per cent mental. The other half is physical.” On death: “Always go to other people’s funerals. Otherwise they won’t go to yours.” On learning: “You can observe a lot by watching.” On his team’s diminishing pennant chances: “It ain’t over ‘till it’s over.” On his fractured syntax: “I really didn’t say everything I said.”
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some anger issues of her own, but sometimes embarrass me, but also being related to someone doesn’t it makes them sound like illiterate heathens. I guess they’re mean you have to put not out to impress. -up with abuse. Ever. You Annoyed Mother were wise to get therDear Annoyed: Some apy so that you could parents would find it improve your life. It Marcy Sugar flattering that their chilmight help to ask your & Kathy Mitchell dren’s friends feel comtherapist to work on developing coping strategies for fortable enough around them to situations that could be triggers for speak freely. But you are right that you. Overcoming abuse can be an it is also disrespectful, treating you as though your sensitivities don’t ongoing process. Dear Annie: My 22-year-old son matter. It is OK for you to say, “Your frequently has his buddies drop language is making me blush. I over for a visit. Sometimes I’m a would appreciate it if you would captive audience to their conversa- keep it under control.” Or you can tions. These guys (and sometimes speak to your son and ask him to gals) don’t seem to understand that tell his friends that they need to be they should show some respect in more careful in your presence. But you also do not need to be their conversation due to the age in the room when they are visiting. difference between us. I realize that they frequently use If your son lives with you, then he vulgar language when in the com- should be able to invite his friends pany of their peers, but am I out over without his mother listening of line asking them to curtail their to the conversation. In fact, their vulgar language may be their way potty mouths in my presence? Not only does it annoy and of getting you to leave the room.
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Dear Annie: I was severely abused, physically and emotionally, when I was growing up, mostly by my mother and older sister. After many years of therapy, I have turned my life around and finally am able to feel like a worthwhile person. The trouble is, my older sister continues to be verbally abusive every time we get together, which, fortunately, is not too often. I recently bit the bullet and tried again, getting together with her and my two other sisters. Sure enough, “Betty” took the opportunity to taunt and yell at me, and ended up swinging her fists at me. This resulted in a PTSD episode for me. I’ve finally decided to have nothing further to do with Betty, but it leaves me with feelings of guilt, since she is my sister. Am I justified in cutting off our relationship? -- Tired of Being Abused Dear Tired: Yes. Your abusive mother obviously left Betty with
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This is a CUPE Local 2087 bargaining positions and offers a rate of pay of $32.56 per hour and a 40 hour work week with benefits outlined in the Agreement. Shift work, overtime and call-out duty may be required. Submit your resume to: City of Rossland, Box 1179, 1899 Columbia Avenue, Rossland, BC V0G 1Y0, Attention: Leigh Adamson Email: leigh@rossland.ca
for more information 1-800-663-6189 www.transplant.bc.ca
Caretakers/ Residential Managers
Closing date for applications is Friday, October 2, 2015. The City of Rossland thanks all applicants for their interest and will only reply to those selected for an interview.
7958 Birchwood Drive, Trail
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4 Bedroom, 1 Bath, Immaculate Condition
209,000
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Apt/Condo for Rent
Duplex / 4 Plex
GLENVIEW APTS. Spacious, quiet 1&2 bdrm. apts. available. 250-368-8391
TRAIL, 1Bd. duplex, newly reno’d, own yard, close to amenities.$500. 250-365-5655
TRAIL, 1BDRM. Apt, $575./mo. util.incl. N/S. 1pet negotiable. 250-921-4861
Homes for Rent
TRAIL, 1BDRM. Glenmerry. N/P. Utilities included. 250368-1312. TRAIL, 2bd.&bach. apt. Friendly, quiet secure bldg. Heat incl.n/p,n/s.250-368-5287 TRAIL, Rossland Ave. 3bdrm. F/S, W/D. Available immed. 250-368-1015 TRAIL/SUNNINGDALE Large 1 bedroom avail immediately. Includes heat/light/cool/laundry/deck. Quiet building. Close to transit. $750/m NP/NS. 250231-2033 to view.
SHOP/ WAREHOUSE, 4300 sq.ft. Ample outside space. Good access. 250-368-1312
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Ermalinda Estates, Glenmerry, spacious 1-2bdrms. Adults only. Secure building w/elevator. N/S, N/P. Ongoing improvements. Ph.250-364-1922
KOOTENAY Duct Cleaners . Locally owned & operated , affordable , professional and insured Duct Cleaning services & system sterilizations .Toll Free 1-844-428-0522 Free Estimates .
1967 CHRYSLER Newport 2Dr. H/T. Runs - great project car - driveable. Call Steve 250-921-5427
Fetch a Friend from the SPCA today!
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Francesco Estates, Glenmerry,spacious 1-3bdrms. Adults only (45+). Secure building w/elevator. N/S, N/P. Ongoing improvements. Ph. 250-3686761
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E.Trail. 2bdrm + den. Clean, quiet, responsible adults only. 40+. N/S. N/P/ Long-term only. 250.368.9186. 250.364.1669
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Bella Vista, Shavers Bench Townhomes. N/S, N/P. 2-3 bdrms. Phone 250-364-1822
HANSON DECKING West Kootenay Agent for Duradek 250-352-1814
TRAIL, 2BD. + sunroom. Near Safeway. F/S, W/D. $750./mo. 250-368-6076
Commercial/ Industrial
1-800-663-5555 or *5555
That’s how many companion animals will need loving, new homes this year. Will you open your home to one?
TRAIL, 2bdrm. $600./mo. Contact Dave @ 250-2314522 or 250-362-7021
TRAIL, $395/mo. share with 2 quiet people. Near shopping & bus. 2bths. 250-231-3172
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2 bdrm 1 bath renovated house for rent Oct 1. Shavers Bench, Trail. $1000 plus utilities. Yard & covered off street parking. References req. call or text 250-231-1539
W.TRAIL, 1BD. 1blk. to downtown, fenced yard, suitable for dog. $625./mo. 250-368-6076
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www.allprorealty.ca All Pro Realty Ltd. 1148 Bay Ave, Trail 250.368.5000 www.facebook.com/allprorealtyltdtrailbc
OPEN HOUSE
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Sat. Sept. 26 • 10am - 12pm
Sat. Sat. Sept. Sept.26 12 •• 12:30 10am- 2:30pm - 12pm
707 8th Avenue, MONTROSE
690 810 Kipling 10th Avenue, Street, MONTROSE WARFIELD
$259,000
MLS#2403431
HUGE SHOP
MLS#2406668 MLS#2404572
HIDEAWAY
SHAVERS BENCH
$239,000
MLS#2406882
TOTALLY RENOVATED
$392,000
$275,000
Mario Berno cell: 250-368-1027
Tom Gawryletz 250-368-5000
2 BDRM CONDO - SUPER VIEWS
WEST TRAIL MLS#2406207
$409,900
TRAIL MLS#2407408
Thea Hanson 250-231-1661
SOLD
REDUCED! LARGE LOT
LOCATION! LOCATION! LOCATION!
Contact Our Wayne DeWitt cell: 250-368-1617
SOLD!
TADANAC MLS#2408158
ROSSLAND MLS#2406807
$264,500
NEW LISTING!
PARK-LIKE SETTING
$200,000
FRUITVALE MLS#2408017
ROSS SPUR MLS#2406006
WARFIELD MLS#2408079
$193,000 $307,000
KIDS CAN WALK TO SCHOOL
$134,500
SUNNINGDALE
GREAT VALUE
FRUITVALE
$259,900
MLS#2407197
RETIRE ON THE RIVER!
TRAIL MLS#2406415
$119,000
2 HOUSES ON 5 ACRES
WANETA MLS#2404642
$119,900
MLS#2406856
$239,000
BEAVER FALLS MLS#2402503
$309,000
Realtors Fred Behrens 250-368-1268
Keith DeWitt 250-231-8187
Denise Marchi 250-368-1112
Joy DeMelo 250-368-1960
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Thursday, September 24, 2015 Trail Times
LOCAL SPARKY SHOWS SOCCER SKILLS BRIAN STEFANI PHOTO
Sparky the Firedog and members of Kootenay Boundary Fires Services (Company 2 – Warfield) take a break at recess, from talking to Webster Elementary School Kindergarten to Grade 4 students about fire safety and prevention, to play soccer with Grade 5 students on Monday.
ROSSLAND
Church celebrates 100th anniversary for kidney transplantation and organ donation
A Step in the Right Direction Could Save a Life. Who are you walking for?
William Stewart, waiting for a kidney Jasleen and her friend, Harleen, touched by kidney disease
One in 10 individuals in BC and the Yukon has kidney disease, and many are in urgent need of a kidney transplant. Your steps can make a difference. Help us raise critical funds to support kidney patients. Taking these simple steps could save a life.
Register for your local Kidney Walk at
kidneywalkbc.ca
Trail: Gyro Park - September 27, 2015 Registration: 9:00am | Walk: 10:00am
OPEN HOUSE
OPEN HOUSE
Saturday, September 26
Saturday, September 26
11am - 1pm
11am - 1pm
1926 Martin Street, Fruitvale
$209,000
Recently renovated, this 3 bdrm home offers affordable and convenient living. Stop by and check it out for yourself.
NEW PRICE
867 - 9th Street, Montrose
1473 Brown Street, Trail
Looking for space? This one has it! 6 bdrms, 3 baths on a quiet dead end street.
Solid 2 bdrm home overlooking the Columbia River. Why rent?
$319,000
NEW PRICE
770 Tennyson Avenue, Warfield
$78,500
SUBMITTED ROSSLAND –The city of Rossland is graced with many historic buildings and this fall one of them will celebrate its centennial year. Sacred Heart Roman Catholic church first opened its doors to parishioners in 1915. Originally designed to hold 360 people, the church is a substantial building. A tall bell tower, which houses a 1,029 pound bell, is surmounted by a cross on top which is 85 feet from the ground. Its location, on the corners of Butte Street and Columbia Avenue in upper Rossland, creates an imposing appearance from the high elevation which it occupies. Modelled on the old Spanish Mission churches of California, the original design called for stone construction; however plans were altered to permit a frame building when the cost of stone proved prohibitive. The interior walls are finished plaster, with exposed beams and trusses. For many years there were no pillars or posts to interfere with the view from any part of the church. The building also boasts several beautiful stained glass windows. Since its dedication on October 31, 1915, the church has undergone significant changes, especially in recent years.
NEW LISTING
NEW LISTING
NEW LISTING
208 Ritchie Avenue, Tadanac
$179,000
#303-1611 Nickleplate Road, Rossland
44 Haig Street, Warfield
3 bdrm Warfield home with double carport. The upgrades are done. Just move in and enjoy.
Sunny, fully furnished 2 bdrm condo. All you have to do is move in!
3bdrm, 2 bath home on a private 0.27 acre lot! This one is packed with value.
$119,000
SUBMITTED PHOTO
The iconic Sacred Heart church in Rossland will have a special celebration on Saturday marking the church’s 100th anniversary. From 2013 to 2015, major renovations took place to both the interior and exterior of the building. Most notable on the inside is the mostly open “great wall” that divides the former large church space into two almost equal sections: a smaller, but original worshipping section and a new gathering space. On the exterior, a new main entrance, sidewalk and steps were established as well as a new basement storage area. The parish welcomes the public to come and take part in the open house which will be held from 1-3 p.m. on Saturday. Refreshments and cake will be served, and there will also be a door prize raffle.
$164,900
$549,000
Gorgeous character home on a river view lot. Hardwood floors, high ceilings, custom kitchen. The list goes on.
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