Thursday, December 10, 2015
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Tossing teddy bears for good cause! The Nakusp Peewee Falcons smile after the annual Teddy Bear Toss on Dec. 5. Toys from the Toss were donated to the Nakusp Community Services Holiday Hamper program.
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SD 10 to get two new buses JILLIAN TR AINOR Arrow Lakes News
After dealing with break downs and repairs, School District 10 has been given the all clear by the Ministry of Education to purchase two new buses. The school board received word at the most recent school board meeting on Nov. 24., but the official letter came on Dec. 3. “Each year the school districts in the province put in requests for buses,” said Terry Taylor, Superintendent for SD 10. “There’s sort of a general formula that once the bus reaches 12 or 13 years old, the bus is re-
placed.” One bus has reached its 12-13 year capacity. The other, a propane bus, has only been in service since 2008, but has had numerous problems over the years. Its engine has had to be replaced four times. Taylor said the board is very happy with the ministry’s decision. “We’re very pleased that the Ministry has a recognition of what dire need we’re in of functional buses, and that will make a big difference in terms of student safety. This will help immeasurably.” The two buses that have been approved are ones with the standard 72-passenger
limit. The board has been receiving input from the community and recognizes that sometimes certain areas in the district have smaller class sizes and a smaller bus usage. “Our manager of operations has been doing a lot of different research with a variety of different companies, options and what are the best factors to support two buses for our school district.” said Taylor. The plan is to buy one bus with a 72 seat capacity, and also buy a smaller bus, one that could seat 26 passengers, but that is still heavy duty and well-designed. This smaller bus would be used for the Edgewood school route. The other bus will most likely be used
in the Nakusp area. Art Olson, manager of operations for SD 10, is pleased with the news, and said the new buses with help with reliability in a major way. “Reliability will be a big thing. We have one bus that doesn’t run because it’s been down for three years with blown motors, so that will give us another bus that we can add to our fleet in case we run into problems,” he said. “Being new buses, we’re expecting raw ability out of them, so we won’t have to worry as much about break downs. They’ll have warranties, and they’re upgrading from the 12 year old buses that we have.”
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The old Nakusp and Slocan rail-bed trail leading from Nakusp up to Summit Lake Hill is a popular year-round route used by walkers, cyclists, off road vehicles, and horse riders with cross country skiers and snowshoers joining in during winter months. The Nakusp & Area Community Trails Society (NACTS), in partnership with BC Recreation Sites & Trails has stewardship of this trail from the Nakusp village boundary (the viewpoint just past the trail washout) to the top of Summit Lake Hill. Due to user wear and tear and water damage over the years, the trail surface had become damaged. Thanks to grant money, the Trails Society was able to raise enough money to restore the first section of this rail trail from the viewpoint to Wilson Lake Road. Special thanks to Lynda Lafleur and the Nakusp community for CBT grants, Paul Pederson for RDCK grants and the Board of NACFOR granting program. Trails Society volunteer Mike Wrede took on the task of coordinating this project including organizing trail improvement contractors, Ministry of Transportation permits and BC Recreation Sites and Trails oversight. In the spring of 2015 volunteers from the Trails Society membership including the ATV Club brushed six kilometres of this trail. The brush was chipped and removed, then improvements to the rail bed were done including grading, packing, resurfacing and stabilization of banks with riprap. To improve access to this trail, a parking lot was con-
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structed where the trail crosses Highway 6. Thanks to Dave Sinclair of Daves Back Hoe and Isaque Viera of Arrow Lakes Redi Mix for their professional services. There are signs at the parking lot and across Highway 6 to alert trail users to the traffic on the Highway. Permanent historical, directional and safety signage is planned for the trail in 2016. Restoration of the rest of this rail trail will be taking place in the near future. Next time you are taking a walk or riding along this trail, spare a thought for those volunteers who put in 150 hours of work in getting this trail back to the pristine condition we can all now enjoy. The Trails Society always welcomes new members and volunteers.
Old Fire Hall gets new purpose and life JILLIAN TR AINOR Arrow Lakes News
The Old Fire Hall in Nakusp has been given a new purpose, thanks to the Old Fire Hall Collective Society. After emergency services moved to their current location back in 2011, the OFHCS stepped in to preserve the building, and turned it into something the community can use for various purposes. On Dec. 4th, the building had its grand opening. Kicking things off was the ribbon cutting ceremony. Mayor Karen Hamling, Rosemary Hughes, president of the OFHCS, and Ann Jensen of the Ministy of Social Development did the deed, and with that, the new building was officially open, and people were free to go inside. The smell of apple cider permiated in the air, hitting your nose as soon as you walked through the
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door. While waiting for speeches to begin, people could enter their names to win door prizes. The building was open to the public before the grand opening ever took place, but only the section for the farmer’s market. “With the completion of the repurposing of the Old Fire Hall, we hope we have respected the heritage, and bring together the old and the new.” said Hughes. Bringing together the old and the new they did. The railings going upstairs are from the trusses of the original building, and the harvest table in the kitchen uses the old trusses of the building as well. After speeches from people including the mayor, Hughes, and former MLA Corky Evans, people were free wander around. They could shop at the market, which was open, have a slice of cake, or explore the new areas, such as the meeting rooms upstairs, or the community kitchens just off to the right of the
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market and through a door. There is also an area which provides post harvest storage. Both those who had attended the opening, as well as market vendors, were pleased with the market’s new facelift. “It’s very exciting to see this, and for people to see the amazing work that’s been done,” said Karen McMillan of One Point Paper Arts. “I’m almost beyond words to see people here, appreciating the work that’s been done. It’s phenomenal.” Others were just as excited about the building’s new lease on life. “I’m certainly hoping that it will help to have a central place where people can come together and exchange different ideas and products, and help with making food available for people that is locally grown.” said Ellen Starr. The fire hall’s farmer’s market takes place every Friday and Saturday, and everyone is encouraged to stop by.
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The Nakusp Peewee Falcons took on the Nelson Leafs on Dec.5. The Falcons hosted a stunning game, defeating the Leafs with a score of 9-2. Jillian Trainor
Nakusp Peewees defeat Nelson Leafs JILLIAN TR AINOR Arrow Lakes News
Nakusp Peewee Falcons proved, as the Queen song goes, that they were indeed the champions on Dec. 5, after their battle against the Nelson Leafs. The first goal of the game took place less than two minutes into the first period. It was scored by Isaac Flamand of the Falcons, with no assist. The Falcons have been working really well together over the last few games, a fact team members are attributing to their practises. “We’ve been skating a lot in practises, and forward checking more, and playing our positions, and pucks to the net.” said Ewan Carter, the team’s captain. As hard as the Falcons were playing, the Leafs were playing just as hard. The team was able to get to Nakusp’s side of ice several times, but for some reason, couldn’t seem to get the puck into the net. The first period ended with a score of 3-0 for Nakusp. Two minutes into the second period, the score was now 5-0 for Nakusp, with Isaac Flamand earning one of the team’s two hat tricks of the game. The team’s other hat trick was scored about two min-
utes later by Carter. The Leafs were really giving their all, but it didn’t seem to be enough. The final score of the game was 9-2 for Nakusp. Part of the reason the Leafs were struggling this game was a lack of players. “We’re missing three players, plus our goalie was hurt,” said Mark Durocher, head coach for the Leafs. “We took our defenseman and put him in net.” Despite the smaller numbers, Durocher was proud of how his team played, particularly Matthew Lehr, the defenseman-turnedgoalie. “When you have a guy that doesn’t play goal, I thought he did good.” He said he wouldn’t have done anything differently. “They go have fun — that’s what it’s about. They did good.” Falcons were just as happy with their performance on the ice. “We feel pretty proud, everybody’s singing, and it’s fun times.” said Carter. The Falcons had a good time in their game against Castlegar on Dec. 6 as well. They won with a score of 7-4.
Getting stuffed for a good cause JILLIAN TR AINOR Arrow Lakes News
Getting stuffed took on a whole new meaning on Dec. 5, as the Nakusp Food Bank worked in partnership with Overwaitea Foods, and BC Transit for the ninth annual Stuff the Bus campaign. Taking place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., people stopped by Overwaitea with bags of non-perishable food items and unwrapped toys, or donations to support families in need in the community. The food and toys were then placed in a BC Transit bus, on the floor, on seats, under seats, wherever there was space available. Food from the campaign will be turned into Christmas hampers, which will be delivered on Dec. 22. Families will get a breakfast, a lunch, a supper, and a complete Christmas supper in their hampers. “We like to do it be-
fore Christmas to make sure they have what they need for Christmas,” said Anne Miskulin, the volunteer coordinator for Arrow and Slocan Lakes Community Services. “We have a lot of needy families in the community due to logging and the economy, it’s been way down, work-wise.” Overwaitea has been involved with the program for a number of years. They donated hot dogs and drinks to the event. Anyone who dropped off a donation could take a free hot dog and beverage. This was done so any and all cash donations could go completely to the food bank. Rejean Perrault, store manager at Overwaitea Foods, thinks the program is a great idea. “We’ve done similar events in other towns that I’ve worked in, and it always involves the food bank, or hampers in some shape or fashion. I think it’s a great thing to do, and a great program.”
Perrault said he believes the community supports the store, so the store should support the community. “Also, it gives the people a venue and a focal point for the charity or event, so it gives the community a chance to rally around it as well.” he said.
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This year was a particularly good year for Stuff the Bus. The program received about a third more donations than last year. By 2 p.m., all the seats had at least one bag on them, and there were bags under seats, and behind the driver’s chair as well.
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Help tell the story of Selkirk’s 50 years A commemorative book tracing the history of the Selkirk College is being produced as a component of the year-long 50th celebration. This is just one of many events and projects that will chronicle the college’s 50 years in the region starting in 2016. To help tell the story, the college is collecting photographs, mementos and personal recollections that will help illustrate this vibrant history of learning. If you have a story to tell or an item to share that helps tell the story of Selkirk College please contact Takaia Larsen at 250.365.1358 or tlarsen@selkirk.ca.
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HAPPY HOLIDAYS FROM THE COUNCIL & STAFF OF THE VILLAGE OF NAKUSP
Please note the following holiday schedule: NAKUSP SPORTS COMPLEX: Closed December 25, 26 & January 1st, 2016 Public Skating: Admission: Adults $2, Youth $2, under 5-free HOLIDAY ICE SCHEDULE: Regular ice schedule from December 21 to January 3 except closures on December 25 -26 & January 1, 2016. Junior Hockey 8:00 am - 9:30 am $2 Senior Hockey 90:45 pm - 12:00 pm $5 Public Skating 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm $2 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm - Private Rental’s Available - $36/hr Please check with Arena Staff 250-265-4500 or 250-265-1171 for more information or for additional ice bookings. VILLAGE OFFICE: (91 1st Street NW): The Village office will be closed December 25th December 28th January 1st, 2016
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PUBLIC WORKS: Garbage pick up for December 25 will be moved to December 28 all other garbage pick up remains on regular scheduled days. Recycling pick ups December 10th & 24th Public Works office will be closed December 25th and January 1st, 2016. Emergencies Only- 250-265-3861 HOT SPRINGS December 23 – normal winter hours 9:30 am to 9:30 pm December 24 – open at 9:30 am to 5:00 pm only December 25 – open at 9:30 am to 4:00 pm only December 26- open regular hours of 9:30 am to 9:30 pm Winter Wednesdays- November to March NAKUSP FIRE DEPARTMENT: The Nakusp Fire Department wishes everyone a Merry Christmas. Please be holiday safe: be careful with candles and electrical overloads. Remember to change smoke detector batteries In an emergency call 911
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The historic lookout atop Saddle Mountain was recently thanks to the efforts of dedicated locals. This image shows Chris Spicer posing in front of the lookout back in August 1956. The cabin was built atop the ruins of the original lookout, which was destroyed by lightning in the 1940s.
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SENIORS’ COLUMN The local launch of the Better at Home new program designed for seniors, took place at the Nakusp Seniors’ Hall, recently. The bottom line is one of recognizing that seniors in this day and age play a vital and growing role within communities stretching not only throughout the Nakusp region but also those which are quickly being filtered through many other parts of the province to benefit those among us who reside within rural as well as built-up neighbourhoods. The active involvement of older persons leads to enriching the lives of others in addition to their own. In order to ensure that older persons can remain independent within their own homes as long as possible surrounded by families, friends and neighbours, the program’s goal is primarily aimed at offering help to the older persons with a view of them staying connected to others having similar goals. The concept of Better at Home (rather than living within in an institutional setting where not yet appropriate) was initially born several years ago. The program helps seniors in dealing with a wide range of simple, day-to-day non-medical home support tasks.
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Birds of Nakusp Over the years I have occasionally seen grouse in our yard in town. They rarely stay around for long and quickly disappear back into the forests. This year, however, that seems to have changed. I had a Ruffed Grouse in the yard earlier in the fall and I’ve been seeing it intermittently ever since. This morning there were two of them. Of the four species of grouse that occur in our region, this is certainly the one seen most often. This is not necessarily because it is the most common, but because it prefers the lower elevations and the valley bottoms. The males of all grouse species have their own techniques for attracting females. The Ruffed Grouse selects a small woodland opening and flaps its wings rapidly against its chest. Starting slowly, it accelerates the wing flapping gradually until it reaches a rapid vibration. Some have described the sound produced as that of a distant motor gradually firing up in the forest. Another of our local grouse is the Spruce Grouse, sometimes called ‘fool hen’. This unflattering name is a result of the bird’s reluctance to leave when approached by humans. This behaviour is particularly noticeable when the bird is a female with young nearby. Spruce Grouse rarely venture down to the valley bottom, preferring the mountain slopes from about 1000m up to the subalpine zone. Male Spruce Grouse take a different approach to the issue of attracting mates. By rapidly beating their wings they rise vertically into the air before falling back to the ground. On the descent, they clap their wings together above their backs just as they arrive at the ground. The noise produced sounds just like someone clapping two boards together. The third species is the Dusky Grouse, (formerly called Blue Grouse). This species displays the greatest tolerance for a variety of elevations and habitats. I have seen Dusky Grouse from valley bottom to alpine. Males of this species take a slightly more sedate approach to courting. There is no violent wing flapping or fluttering about. Dusky Grouse displays consist mostly of strutting and parading in front of perspective mates. They inflate large colourful air sacs in their neck and
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Ruffled Grouse, perched on Gary Davidson’s back Gary Davidson railing, feeding on pyrocantha berries. make a series of low pitched hoots and grunts. The fourth local member of this family is the White-tailed Ptarmigan. This species has very specific habitat requirements, and it is this that makes them the hardest to find. Ptarmigan are birds of the rocky, alpine meadows. While they may venture downslope a little in the winter, they very rarely venture far from their alpine breeding grounds. Unlike their forest dwelling relatives, ptarmigan have nowhere to hide when predators pass by. They rely instead, on camouflage. In summer a motionless ptarmigan would look just like any of the rocks scattered in the meadows. In late fall, they begin a moult that gradually replaces all their brown-grey feathers with pure white ones. So after spending their summers mimicking the rocks, they now blend invisibly into the snowy terrain.
Christmas Carol sing at NSS JILLIAN TR AINOR Arrow Lakes News
The gym at Nakusp Secondary School (NSS) was packed on Dec. 2 as people came out to enjoy the 29th annual Rotary Christmas Sing. Before entering the gym, audience members were given sheets with lyrics to the various songs that would be performed throughout the evening. After the signing of O’ Canada, things were kicked off by the NSS Grade 10 band, with “Up on the roof tops” followed by “Black Forest.” The band changed things up a little with ABBA’s Mamma Mia, which got a few laughs from the crowd when it was introduced as a Christmas classic. Audience members were encouraged to sing along if they knew the words. The night’s MC, Pat Dion, has been involved with the Christmas Sing on and off for the last 25 years, taking part in a variety of ways. “I taught here at the high school, and so was involved in the choirs,”
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Santa and Mrs. Claus made an appearance at the 29th annual Rotary Christmas Sing. Mr. and Mrs. Claus had a blast at the event, singing along to the carols, and handing out candy canes to the crowd. he said. “I was involved in the Arrow Lakes Community Choir, the Lakeside Singers they used to be called.” Dion said the night was a good kick-off to the Christmas season. The first singalong of the evening was “Here comes Santa Claus”. As the song opened up, the man in
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red himself, along with Mrs. Claus, came out, and handed out candy canes to the band, and to the crowd. The first carolers of the night were members of the Nakusp Rotary Club, singing “Six White Boomers,” a song who’s lyrics not many in the group seemed to know, CONTINUED ON A8
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Left: From left to right: Mark Tennant, Angie Hascarl, Connie Zeleznik, Jackie Doyle, and Stephen Coulthard of CIBC get into the festive spirit as part of a downtown business decorating contest. Coldwell Banker Parker Realty took first place, with CIBC coming in second, and Dogsense taking third.
Right: A view inside Coldwell Banker Parker Realty’s winter wonderland. Jillian Trainor photos
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Dodger tries to sit still as he gets his photo taken with Santa.
Nyah Kennay and Stannie smile as they get their photo taken with Santa.
Tundra poses for a photo with Santa at Home Hardware. Kris Kringle came down from the North Pole to take photos with the children and pets of Nakusp. Jillian Trainor photos
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Oriah Leeson smiles after winning second place in the youth division of the ugly sweater contest at this year’s Celebration of Light. There were three categories for the contest, Adult, youth, and children. Adult was ages 18 and up, youth was ages 12 and up, and Jillian Trainor children was ages 12 and under.
Middle and Right: Members of the performance group Mythmaker wows the crowd at the Celebration of Light on Dec. 4. The group at the Catherine McLean celebration is part of a performing circus troupe, which does fire dancing and stilt walking.
Santa and Mrs. Claus give a wave as they roll on down the street during the Santa Claus Parade. The parade was part of the annual Celebration of Light, and many Jillian Trainor children were excited to see the man in red on his float.
Middle: Cheryl Black and Merina Weisflock sport some perfectly ugly sweaters. Jillian Trainor Right: Mayor Karen Hamling presides over the youth section of the ugly sweater contest at the Celebration of Light. There were three categories for the contest: adult, youth, and children. Many of the younger participants decorated their own ugly sweaters for the contest. Jillian Trainor
Downtown Nakusp celebrates Christmas JILLIAN TR AINOR Arrow Lakes News
A good time was had by one and all at the 2015 Celebration of Light on Dec. 4. Kicking off the event this year was the grand opening of the Old Fire Hall at 1 p.m. People were free to tour the new building, which now offered a kitchen area, meetings upstairs, along with a storage area where farmers can store their food after a harvest. In the evening, Broadway Street was closed off between What’s Brewing on Broadway and the CIBC. Unfortunately, despite road blocks in the street, several cars drove through before the road blocks were moved again. Stores stayed open late, with many offering various discounts, and a DJ was set up on the patio of Broadway Bistro and Deli. Fire barrels were set up along the way to help keep people warm on the chilly evening.
A variety of groups and businesses set up tables along the street selling food and beverages. Nakusp Secondary School (NSS) was one of the groups. They were fundraising for the NSS Friendship Ambassadors to Japan. Along with the usual food and sweets, they were also selling tickets to win a gift basket, which featured a variety of items such as tea, chocolate, shortbread cookies, gloves, and a reusable water bottle. The winner was Eva Desuunoy, who had celebrated her 93rd birthday that very day. The celebration’s coordinator, Aubin Coultahrd, thought the event went very well. “It felt pretty seamless, and I think that everybody enjoyed themselves,” she said. “I tried to think of every possible problem that could go wrong, and make up a back up plan.” As the evening went on, the crowds grew thicker, with many waiting for the main event of the evening, the Santa Claus Parade. As the parade drew nearer, people cleared the streets and stepped back onto the sidewalk to watch the show.
Before the man in red himself made his appearance, several floats had to pass by first—Overwaitea, PALS, and the Nakusp Falcons hockey teams. Everyone had a good time, including those from out of town. “It’s beautiful,” said Merina Weisflock, who came to Nakusp from Ontario to visit with her family. “Everybody comes out and participates.” While many had been excited to see Santa, the big hit of the night proved to be Mythmaker, a group of fire dancers. “They were really, really awesome, I really enjoyed them,” said Coulthard. “All those little kids’ faces were just in awe, it was really fun to watch.” With this year’s celebration over, plans are already in the works for next year’s event. Coulthard said she has a couple of ideas of what to do for next year, but welcomes any input from the community. “We do have an events committee, so if anyone has any suggestions and they would like to join in and help plan next year’s event, I would more than welcome them.”
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COMMUNITY CALENDAR December 10 Recycling Day in Nakusp! Leave your recycling on the curb in clear blue bags, for 7 a.m. pick-up.
Library. 10 to 12 p.m. Open to everyone! Present your current favourite book to the group. Please note the Library is not open during this event, so knock for entry.
December 10 Mother Goose @ Nakusp Public Library. Free drop-in for ages 0-3 and their parents/ caregivers. Songs, Rhymes, and snacks. 10 to 11 a.m.
December 11 Toonie Hockey @ Nakusp & District Arena. 11:30 to 2 p.m.
December 10 Strong Start @ Nakusp Strong Start Building in NES. 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. Free drop-in school-based early learning program for children age 0-6. December 10 Nakusp T’ai Chi @ the Legion 10 to 11 a.m. Call Ruth 265-3353. December 10 Public Skating/Toonie Hockey @ Nakusp & District Arena. 11:30 to 5 p.m. December 10 Merchant’s Night in Downtown New Denver. 5 to 8 p.m. Main street will be closed and stores, restaurants and cafes will stay open late. Santa will arrive outside Kootenay Savings Credit Union at 6 p.m. December 10 Bingo @ Nakusp Legion. 6:30 to 10 p.m. December 10 Darts Night @ Nakusp Legion. 7 to 10 p.m. December 10 African Drumming Group @ Move on the Kusp at 7:15 p.m. Bring your own drum. New drummers welcome. December 10 Drop-in Badminton for adults and NSS Students @ NSS Gym. Every Tuesday & Thursday, 7 to 9 p.m. Bring your own racket and non-marking inside shoes. Beginners welcome! $3.00 drop in fee. For more information contact Lee-Anne @ 265-3326. December 11 Strong Start @ Nakusp Strong Start Building in NES. 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Free drop-in school-based early learning program for children age 0-6. December 11 Book discussion group @ Nakusp Public
December 11 Public Skating/Toonie Hockey @ Nakusp & District Arena. 2 to 5 p.m. December 11 Farmer’s Market @ Old Fire Hall Collective, Nakusp. 1 to 6 p.m. December 11 Games Night @ Nakusp Legion. Come play Wii, darts, pool, or bring a game from home. Bring a friend or two along. 7 to 10 p.m. December 12 Farmer’s Market @ Old Fire Hall Collective, Nakusp. 10 to 2 p.m. December 12 Soup & Bun Lunch @ Nakusp United Church. 11:30 to 1 p.m. Lunch by donation, proceeds go to outreach in the community. December 12 Community Choir practice @ Saddleback Church. 1 to 2:30 p.m. For ages 19 years and up. Cost is $7 on your first practice only. For more information contact Marilyn Massey @ 250 265-4087. December 13 ALDAC Presents: Community Artist’s Concert @ Bonnington Arts Centre at 2 p.m. Entry by donation (fundraiser for Arts Council) December 13 AA Meeting 5 to 6 p.m @ the Terra Pondera Clubhouse in Nakusp. For more information call 265-4216. December 14 Strong Start @ Edgewood Elementary School. 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. Free drop-in school-based early learning program for children age 0-6.
December 14 Toonie Hockey @ Nakusp & District Arena. 11:30 to 2 p.m. December 14 Strong Start @ Burton Learning Centre. 12:15 to 3:15 p.m. Free drop-in schoolbased early learning program for children age 0-6. December 14 BC Transit Bus to Nakusp Hot Springs. The bus leaves Overwaitea at 1:15 and arrives back in Nakusp at 3:55 p.m. Cost is $1.25 one way, or $2.50 round trip. December 14 Bridge @ Nakusp Senior’s Centre, every Monday 1:30 to 4 p.m. Cost is $2.50, and beginners welcome. December 14 Public Skating/Toonie Hockey @ Nakusp & District Arena. 2 to 5 p.m. December 14 Village Council Meeting @ Nakusp Village Office. 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Public is welcome to attend. December 14 Games Night @ Nakusp Public Library at 7 p.m. December 15 Pitter Patter Play Group @ Nakusp Strong Start Building in NES. 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Free drop-in group for parents/caregivers and children ages 0 – 2 ½ yrs of age. December 15 Public Skating/Toonie Hockey @ Nakusp & District Arena. 11:30 to 5 p.m. December 15 Strong Start @ Nakusp Strong Start Building in NES. 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. Free drop-in school-based early learning program for children age 0-6.
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Top: Part of Nakusp’s Senior Singers sang carols like “rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree”, and “Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer”. Bottom: The Fauq Singers, a group of singers from the Fauqier area, perform at the Rotary Christmas Sing. The group performed classics like “Have yourself a merry little Christmas”, and “Mary did you know?”. All songs were performed Jillian Trainor acapella.
Rotary Christmas Sing CONTINUED FROM A5 which drew a few more chuckles from the audience. After seniors carolers performed, the band played another “Christmas classic”, the Bee Gees “Stayin Alive.” which morphed into “I will survive,” and finally “YMCA.” Audience members danced along to the song, performing the hand movements which feature prominently in the chorus. The medley got the loudest applause of the evening. For the NSS band, figuring out what songs to perform can be tricky. “It depends on what’s ready,” said Pat MacGibbon. “I like to choose a few Christmas songs, but then we choose some of our regular repertoire as well.” The last song of the night was “Silent Night,” and the crowd stood up as they sang the final tune. Between the classic, and not so classic tunes, audience members had a great time. “We’ve been here 13 years, and I think I come every year,” said Marilyn McCurry. “It’s the songs — they sing the hymns and the carols, that’s what hits my heart.” Royal Canadian Legion Br. #20 Nakusp
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This postcard, mailed in 1911, bears a rare Koch Siding postmark. It sold on eBay in 2012 for $50 Cdn. Greg Nesteroff Another sold in 2006 for $153 US.
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GREG NESTEROFF One hundred and fifth in a semialphabetical series on West Kootenay/ Boundary place names Koch Siding is the flat along the Slocan River below the Slocan Park cemetery. While today most people consider it part of Slocan Park, for a short while it was a distinct place. It took its name after William Carl Earnest (Billy) Koch (1856-1931), an Ohio-born entrepreneur involved in mining, forestry, and cattle ranching. (His name rhymed with owe.) He arrived in West Kootenay from Colorado in 1896 and took a contract to haul ore from the east side of Slocan Lake. He also built a sawmill at Ten Mile Creek, and around 1906 established another mill at what became Koch Siding. When the Geographic Survey of Canada inquired about the name in 1909, Koch replied: “The CPR named it this and when it was made a regular railroad station and they had their tickets made or printed and all of their freight tariffs made out in this name, they did not care to change same, so when Mr. Breenlief, the post office inspector was in Nelson, and the name came up, he said it was best to leave it this name [or] it would conflict with CPR.” However, the Koch Siding post office opened on Feb. 1, 1906 — before the name was added to the CPR timetable on May 6 of that year, although perhaps the CPR used it unofficially for a while. The post office moved to Passmore in 1923. Koch eventually sold his mill to the Doukhobors, who built a community hall with quarters for leader Peter (Lordly) Verigin, as well as a large barracks for mill workers. According to Jon Kalmakoff ’s Doukhobor Genealogy Website (doukhobor.org), in 1928 Verigin’s son renamed the settlement Petrovka after himself, but it didn’t stick. Fruit and potatoes were raised at Koch
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Koch Siding Rd. in Slocan Park is a reminder of what was once a separate community. Greg Nesteroff (which the Doukhobors called Kov, a Russianization of the original name). The name remains in limited use, thanks to Koch Siding Rd. and Koch Creek, but it bears few signs that it was once a bustling sawmilling and agricultural community. William Koch moved to Nelson and died there. KEEN This siding on the Kaslo and Slocan Railway was named for Kaslo politician John Keen (1844-1922). For reasons unknown, it was originally called Adamant, and was included on the CPR timetable as of 1914. Don Blake wrote in Valley of the Ghosts: “To call Keen a town would be like calling an apple seed an apple. It was really no more than a siding on the railway designed to serve the need of the mines in the 10 and 12 mile creek areas (between Kaslo and New Denver).” The 1918 Wrigley’s directory of BC listed Adamant as “a flag station on the CPR Kaslo-Nakusp line.” It first shows up in the directory as Keen in 1923, so presumably it was renamed in posthumous tribute to John Keen. The name survives in Keen Creek, formerly known as Mansfield Creek after mining promoter Ernest Mansfield (1862-1924). There’s also a Mount Keen in the Lardeau.
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When: Monday, November 30, 2015 to Friday, January 22, 2016. Access to the Nakusp boat launch on the Arrow Lakes Reservoir will be closed from Monday, November 30, 2015 to Friday, January 22, 2016. This closure is necessary for public and worker safety while BC Hydro makes improvements to the boat launch. The planned work will extend the ramp to an elevation of 420.5 metres (1,379.7 feet). Sorry for the inconvenience and thank you for your support as this work is being completed. For more information, contact Carly Moran at 250 814 6645.
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ERICH ZEUCH August 31, 1925 - November 22, 2015
Erich Zeuch of Nakusp,BC, born in Nordenburg, East Prussia, passed peacefully at 90 years in the Arrow Lakes Hospital in Nakusp following a brief illness. He is survived by his wife of 1 years, 'ianne .araÀl Zeuch his sons, Eric, 0ichael and 7om four granddaughters Àve nephews, one niece and their families in Germany and many close friends. He was predeceased by his mother, father, brother and sister. After working in Germany and France as a faller, miner and baker following the war, Erich immigrated to Montreal,QC, Canada by ship in 1985. He worked there, then went North to Chibougamou, QC. He continued westward to Toronto, ON, then Tillsonburg, ON two years after 'ianne moved from there . :hen he moved to :innipeg in 19 2, he chose to become a Canadian citi]en. The :est kept calling and he settled in BC. Erich honed his baking skills across Canada and his expertise and reputation led him to Chetwynd, BC. He retired in Prince Rupert, BC in 1985 where he enjoyed boating and Àshing on the ocean for ten years. At 0 years of age he started homesteading off the grid in the Lardeau 9alley north of .aslo. For Àve years he guided family and friends from Germany in grand camping style, to BC’s great forests and pristine lakes to hunt and Àsh. His best friend, 'uke, an American red blood hound was always with him. He met his wife Diane, in Gold Hill in 2000, moved to Nakusp the following year and were married. Erich was a son, brother, father, grandfather and husband. He was an avid Àsherman and hunter, member of the Ontario Trappers Assoc. and Chetwynd Rod and Gun Club. He not only took pride in his baking, but truly relished the friends he made during his time in business. Erich always loved being in and with Nature. He was fond of animals, had an ama]ing memory of his very early years, was a man of strength, hungry to keep in touch with world events, understood about world pain and suffering at an early age, and appreciated his later years of quietly enjoying his connection with mountains, lakes, trees and birds. He loved car rides and driving around in his Red Scooter and the people who came to talk to him. He chose Nakusp to be his Ànal resting place. The family is most grateful for all the very special people who assisted Erich through the many health challenges during the later years. He remembered all the effort and care, big and small. It couldn’t have been better. A special thank you to Dr. Lea, for making it possible for Erich to reach his 90th year. Erich Zeuch was laid to rest in his chosen place in the Nakusp Cemetery on November 2 , 2015.
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Honouring those we miss; but also a time of support and understanding for all walks of grief. Please join us as we reminisce about our losses and look with hope toward enjoying the festive season once more. This is an event for all ages and faiths.
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WIN 500
See us for your festive family meal gatherings, holiday entertaining and gift giving.
$
Open 6 Days a Week • 98 1st St. Nakusp • 250 265-4911
Holiday Schedule Closed Dec. 24 - 28 Dec. 29 & 30 (Open 9-12 & 1-5) Closed Dec. 31 - Jan. 4 Open regular hours Jan. 5/16.
From all of us Ron, Nancy, Lindsay, Karen & Cheryl
To spend at a participating Nakusp business!
Visit any of these merchants and enter to win your Shopping Spree! The winning shopping spree will be held Friday, December 18, 2015 The winner will be able to spend a maximum of $125 per store.
Scratch & Save Event Home Hardware
& Home Building Centre 3 days Dec 10 - 11 - 12 With every regularly stocked purchase win a chance to save 5-50% off INCLUDING SALE ITEMS
(Sorry special orders & house account charges do not qualify) 309 BROADWAY STREET, NAKUSP, B.C. • 250-265-3517
NAKUSP’s 510 Broadway St W, Nakusp, BC (250) 265-3662
Dollar Dollar
Check out our Stocking Stuffers and Gift Ideas for everyone! We’ve also got all of your gift wrapping supplies. 250-265-3644
OPEN Mon-Sat 9-5:30 416 Broadway St., Nakusp