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The Undercurrent wishes everyone returning to school a happy fall term. BICS students start September 4, so drivers watch for little ones crossing the road.
How many people are visiting Bowen? BRONWYN BEAIRSTO EDITOR
Last week the Undercurrent quoted Tourism Bowen chair Murray Atherton as saying that they were on track to have double the visitors they did last year. Atherton has since said this guesstimation was too generous. The Undercurrent has done a deeper dive into the complexities of enumerating Bowen tourists. A Monday morning gander down Trunk Road’s ferry lineup reveals the usual suspects: the commuters, the high school students and the weekenders. Then there are those parked in the yellow crosshatch: the tourists. Measuring tourism on Bowen is tricky, but there are a few indicators. BC Ferries has steadily seen more passengers in recent years. This past year has seen a six per cent increase in ferry traffic to Bowen. A total of 621,222 people passed through the Snug Cove terminal in the 20172018 fiscal year (ending March 31,) up from 586,184 people the year before. July, the height of the tourist season, historically sees the most ferry traffic and 2018 was no exception. Snug Cove hosted more than 68,000 passengers in July alone. That’s a 3,000-passenger increase from the year before. As a baseline comparison, February, the month with the least Horseshoe Bay-to-Bowen ferry traffic, had just under 40,000 passengers in 2018. Continued on page 8
Dancing the rain away. Kelly Konno (in red vest) leads a group of dancers down Trunk Road during Saturday’s Bowfest parade. This year’s theme was Carnival and despite some showers, the parade proceeded with cheering crowds and smiling participants. We’ve got coverage on page 3 and more pictures on page 9.
The headaches of growth: BC Ferries update SUSANNA BRAUND FERRY ADVISORY COMM.
Last week, in my capacity as chair of the Bowen Island Ferry Advisory Committee I attended a full-day meeting with the chairs of the other 12 FACs, representing the other smaller routes in the BC Ferries system. The meeting followed a break-
fast meeting with Mark Collins, the CEO of BC Ferries, and four other members of the management team. I can report that the ferry service is busier than ever. This will not be a surprise to anyone who travels regularly! The 2017-18 fiscal year saw a record number of vehicles carried through the system. It is expected that passenger numbers
will be at an all-time record this year. BC Ferries is both pleased and dismayed at this. Pleased, because all profits go back into the system to pay off debt. Dismayed, because all this traffic means crowded ferries, overloads and unhappy customers. In fact, there are overloads happening on routes which have
never experienced overloads before, such as the 15-minute run between Graham Island and Moresby Island in Haida Gwaii. Collins announced more ferry runs to deal with the constant overloads on the Gabriola Island and Quadra Island routes. Continued on page 3
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A ferry building is coming to the cove Continued from page 1
Livea with her Bowfest prize-winning monster zucchini.
Photo: Sheana Stevenson
Their overloads are much worse than what we experience on our route and so BC Ferries will replace each of those single ferries with two smaller ferries, increasing capacity and frequency and reducing the marshalling congestion. New ships are expected in service in 2021. Could more runs be a prospect for the Bowen route? As much as I’d like to see our ferry frequency increased, there is no way that BC Ferries can increase the number of dockings at Horseshoe Bay. At 36 dockings per day, it is already well over capacity. That’s why ferries in and out of Horseshoe Bay are often delayed by “cross traffic.” However, our committee will continue to push for a foot passenger ferry service into Burrard Inlet, which could take pressure off the Queen of Capilano. New ferries will be hybrid liquid natural gas-electric vessels with the possibility of full conversion to electric power in the future; one thing that is needed to have fully electric ferries is adequate provision
of power at the docks. BC Ferries is working with BC Hydro on this. BC Ferries recently restored some of the Bowen sailings that were cut in 2014. Those restored sailings are a two-year pilot. While I hope that these will become a fixture in the schedule, at present they are over and above BC Ferries’ contract with the province. BC Ferries will be reviewing how well-used the sailings are during the next year and we will press for their retention. One of the best things about these meetings is hearing from the other committees. We learn a lot from each other. I gained valuable perspective on Bowen’s challenges. For example, the ongoing delays in bringing the Northern Sea Wolf into service on the Port HardyBella Coola route have had devastating economic effects on tourism in the region. If the worst of our troubles is with the new toilet seats on the Queen of Capilano, we can be grateful. On the other hand, on Gabriola, low-cost Experience cards, pre-loaded with the exact amount
for one or two passenger trips or one vehicle plus driver trip are available for purchase from the co-op, at a charge of 25 cents. These are designed for folks who don’t have ready cash available to pre-load the Experience card with its current minimum fill levels. To achieve this on Bowen we would need an organisation or business to step up and offer to handle it. This is an item for our committee’s agenda this fall. Finally, I can report that within a few years we will have a new building at Snug Cove. A heated waiting room with integral toilets. Planning work will begin in 2019. BC Ferries is also planning to install signs and webcams within the next six months at all the minor terminals to improve communications. If you have concerns about the ferry service, please contact the ferry advisory committee. This can be done most easily via Bowen Island Municipality Transportation Advisory Committee as the FAC is a sub-committee of BIMTAC. You can also contact me directly at susanna.braund@ubc.ca.
Rain, zucchinis and a sluggish photo finish Running for Rwanda in the rain SARAH HAXBY PERENNIAL VOLUNTEER/ COUNTRY FAIR ORGANIZER
A huge thank you to everyone on the Bowfest board and all the community volunteers and sponsors who helped to organize and run another great community festival that was enthusiastic and fun for all ages, despite a little bit of rain at the start. I, along with other BAA (Bowen Agricultural Alliance) volunteers were happy to help the tradition of the country fair tent running. There was a great mix of farmers’ market vendors selling products made, grown and baked on Bowen. Other tables groaned under the weight of more than a dozen gargantuan zucchinis, photos of slugs, Lego and textile creations, very weird looking fruits and vegetables and more. Country fair contest winners included: Lego designs: first place: Zac Murray, second place: Maya Gauvin, third place: Sarah Parker. Fibre arts finest prize went to Bonita Schaly for her tentacular creation. The adult weirdest vegetable award went to my own trombone zucchinis while the youth gardeners with the strangest root vegetables were Alisa and Michaela Schaly and their strange octo-carrots. The animal drawing contest winners were youth Maya Gauvin and Chloe Gauvin. The Bowen Island Community School student garden club grew the tallest sunflower this year. The biggest zucchini contest: first place went to Jessica Mitts for the second year in a row for her beastly 9.5 lb. zuke. Second place went to Elena Vilis and her 8 lb. green monster. While third place went to Aine Corrigan-Frost and her surprise, found-in-a-pot-on-the-porch 6.2 lb. zucchini. Youth winners were Livea and Lochlan who grew a magnificent 7.5 lb. orange zucchini with the help of their father Scott Stevenson. Second place went to
Dalia Lafferty for “the big beast” 6 lb. zucchini and Kaija Ryder Flory for a 5.5 lb. zucchini. Congratulations to the more than a dozen gardeners who managed to grow the behemoth squash despite the deer, drought, birds, slugs, rats, smoke and other agricultural challenges we had this year on Bowen. Speaking of slugs, we held three races due to their popularity. A number of slug-jockeys, ages one to 63, showed up with their racing terrestrial gastropod molluscs. Races lasted 20 minutes (the length of a ferry ride) and whichever three slugs were closest to the finish line (and still on the race-track) were declared the winners. All three slug varieties found on Bowen Island (Leopard, Banana and Black Arion) were at the races and the excitement was palpable. Some people video-recorded the races (sure to be a home-movie favourite, or perhaps a meditative piece) and one race required a photo-finish to determine the winners. Adam’s “Bobby Joe” won the first race, second place went to Charlotte’s “Cat” and third place to Isaac’s “Lucky the slug.” The second race was particularly thrilling with Zac’s “Banany” crossing the finish line in eight minutes and 42 seconds, making it the second-fastest win ever. Second place went to Eleah’s “Bob” and third place to Silver’s “Abigail.” The third race was won by Eloise’s “Sluggy,” second place went to Lilliana’s “Cutie,” and third place went to Phoebe and Kelly’s “Wren.” Honourable mentions go to “Eugene” and “Sir Sluggington” for creative names and because they were fan favourites during the cheering. All the racing slugs were well cared for and returned to whence they came at the end of the races. Irly sponsored the country fair tent, with many thanks for keeping this original Bowfest tradition going and growing for the delight of the youth and the young at heart on Bowen Island.
HILARY BUTLER
RUN FOR RWANDA
It was a wet Saturday morning for the Rotary Run for Rwanda this year; nevertheless, many hardy runners braved the weather, including more than 40 kids (and their parents) at 8:30 a.m. to run the 1.5 kilometre race. The 10 km and 5 km runs and walks were well patronised and it was great to see quite a few new faces lined up beside the loyal regulars. Many thanks go to our stalwart volunteers, to our generous financial sponsors and to the local businesses who supply us with water, muffins, fruit and juice boxes. Winners were as follows: Kids 1.5 km: Finlay Boggan and Arianna Lunn 5 km Women: 1. Rebecca Johnstone 21.59; 2. Alita Domman 22:32; 3. Lisa Brougham 22:39 5 km Men: 1. Johannes Heineman 20:20; 2. Martin
Runners leaving the ferry dock Saturday for Rotary’s annual preBowfest run for Rwanda. Photo: Hilary Butler Domman 20:24; 3. Miguel Verlee 20:46 10 km Women: 1. Margaret Butler 43:16; 2. Meredith MacGregor 44:43; 3. Charlotte Armstrong 49:48. Detailed results can be found at the following link: http://bowenrotary.com/bowen-island-run-for-
rwanda-2018-results/ and please check out the other great projects that our local Rotary Club supports! Thanks to our registrants, our donors and especially our financial sponsors, we are well on the way to forwarding funds to Rwanda for 12 high school students’ and three university students’ education!
IPS students compete in World Scholar’s Cup CHARMAINE HEFFELFINGER ISLAND PACIFIC SCHOOL
This summer, six students from Island Pacific School travelled to Barcelona to compete in the World Scholar’s Cup. A fun and positive academic competition, Jann Kong, Franny Heffelfinger, Trevor Hagglund, Ursula Frid, Ailsa Ross and Jake DeLouise participated in the regional WSC round in April 2018. Their two teams did so well that they qualified to participate in a global round this summer. In late July, all six students, some parents and their teacher Bev Rapley travelled to Barcelona to represent IPS. They joined 1,500 other junior students from 30 countries. This year’s WSC theme was “An Entangled World” and the students
The scholars in Barcelona. Submitted: Charmaine Heffelfinger can tell you that it dealt with serious global issues, without taking itself too seriously. The student challenges included team debates, a lengthy multiple choice test, collaborative writing and the scholar’s bowl, in
which teams worked together to solve questions using their analytical skills and multimedia challenges. Our IPS students brought home medals, stuffy alpacas (the competition’s mascot) and memories of Barcelona and their fellow scholars.
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Poems of smoke Kristen Krimmel wrote this poem after escaping the increasing smoke south of Prince George only to find it iwas just as bad in the Fraser Valley
1 The shadow is orange, upon the carpet a long thin sliver, I thought But it was not the shadow It was the light coming through the morning window Reversal. Confusion in the time of smoke. the shadow is a muted cyan a Prussian blue film 2 The perfect disc hovers in the sky the red of almost orange poppies Oriental poppies, a halo of ungodly yellow surrounds and a flat solid grey masking definitions 3 This is worse than fog in the pall that coats the sky light penetrates as if an eclipse had halted, not returned to light
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It has gone on for days and days crusting the eyes shut, useless without artificial tears 4 On Facebook in Wells someone has posted a photo, the smoky redorange of blood oranges which is the sky and a dark subdued green which is Slide Mountain and one lone tree a fir in the foreground unusually yellow
nothing sparkles nothing seems transparent in this smudgy harbour it is the smoke, hovering settling turning the sea to acid 6 At night, the window is open for cool air, cool fresh air ... cool smoky air penetrates, The curtain presses against the fly screen as if gasping for breath, grey now as night falls, grey in the morning as particles of soot fall
eerie and foreboding the burning forest is omnipresent 5 From Granville Bridge, the horizon has diminished instead of Vancouver Island, it stretches only to Point Grey barely visible just before the curtain falls. fifteen tankers seem to float to hover on the curtain seem to lift from waterline to the radar mast while below the sea looks ragged ragged like chenille cloth like old and abused velvet In a faded soft blue-grey nothing reflects
7 This morning upon waking I saw out the window the tall firs were so pale green the mountains so pale blue so flattened in their shapes so without definition I had to ask “where was I?” where are we when the world is afire? where will we live when all is cinders? when all our forest animals are extinct? when our livelihood is gone? when winter comes, where will shelter be? what is the lesson? Kristin Krimmel
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Dear Editor: Thank you to Jude Neale for her deeply powerful, poignant and heartfelt poem in the last issue of the Undercurrent – which compellingly expresses, in her own words, “the relentless journey of holding love in your being” (“Left behind”, Aug. 24.) Thank you, Jude, for clearly showing us that the spirit of “lieben” is not only alive and well on our island, but is being renewed in a beautifully sentient and fully articulate voice. John Sbragia
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Editor’s note: When an injury flared up Saturday, islanders helped out Judy. She says that she’s now doing much better. Dear Editor: A big thank-you to Joyce, Jacqueline, neighbor Joan and two great ambulance guys who got me home at Bowfest. Judy Willoughby-Price
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Looking to the future of SwimBowen
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SWIMBOWEN SOCIETY
While on a recent holiday in Desolation Sound we stopped in at Squirrel Cove General Store on Cortes Island. I spied a donation can for a local gentleman enduring cancer treatment and my heart broke a little considering what we had just accomplished here on Bowen. I couldn’t help but think the Gulf Islands and beyond could each have their own version of SwimBowen to help carry community members through cancer treatment. SwimCortes, SwimQuadra, SwimHornby could each have their own event. It could be the “Swim the Salish Sea Series!” These were my holiday thoughts. And yes, I am a little obsessed. But for now, our team has enough work with the SwimBowen 2018 wrap-up, brainstorming for the 2019 event and fine-tuning the bursary application process. Lots to do! I am thrilled to announce several new appointments to the SwimBowen board: Ellen White has taken over from Quinn Buchanan as treasurer (thank you Quinn for getting us started!), Deb Thomson is our new secretary, and Kate Coffey has joined as a director. Along with Katherine Gish,
Bruce Russell takes his place of honour in the Bowfest Parade. was received to either build or operate this much-needed and treasured community amenity. Thanks as well to Bowen Island Properties for their role and assistance in allowing the Bowen Island Golf Association to work with them to develop and operate the public course (a requirement of their development approval.) The course is widely considered the “jewel in the Cowan Point development crown.” In conclusion, I gladly accept the COTY recognition and consider it the highest form of thanks and appreciation for just doing what I felt had to be done. As to that “satisfaction,” I should note, the Bowen community has given five generations of Russells so much enjoyment. But please, please remember, I was not alone in the “giving back.” I consider myself as nothing more than the conductor of an orchestra, who has the privilege of standing “at the front” of a collection of musicians. I do not hesitate to suggest that without them, the grey-hairedguy in the black tuxedo waving the little stick is incapable of producing any music, let alone beautiful music. Both the golf course and Mannion Bay were a team effort. Respectfully yours, Bruce Russell
Dear Editor: I’ve had a number of comments about last week’s article where I stated that the tourism numbers on Bowen will double yet again from our 2017 amazing numbers. When I received the call from Martha Perkins, I was in Calgary for what turned out to be a celebration of life for my sister-in-law. I was nowhere that I could double check the numbers but I knew
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and we will do a full report at the end of the season. Tourism on this amazing island is busy… there’s nothing fake about that. We are in dire need of some volunteers to assist us at the visitor centre. If you have an hour or two to spare, especially on a weekend, please contact Jody at 604-2002399. We’d love to hear from you. Murray Atherton Tourism Bowen Island
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that the amazing Jody Lorenz and her staff at the visitor centre were handling huge numbers of visitors each and every day and, being the over-enthusiastic salesman that I am, and I just expressed my feelings, not the true figures. It was my style of fake news and for that, I apologize! In a follow-up article I understand Bronwyn will be publishing the up-to-date tourism numbers
but they need help. If interested in volunteering to keep the tradition alive, please contact Bowen Heritage.
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a conscious decision out of respect for a Bowen neighbour hosting their daughter’s wedding in in the next bay. The SwimBowen Society raised a stunning $31,000! Bursaries will be available beginning October 15 to Bowen Island residents in active cancer treatment. An application will be available online outlining eligibility along with clear guidelines and instructions as to how to complete the form. Our bursary fund sub-committee (Leah Cline, Kate Coffey, Cathy Robertson, Wendy Alexander) will meet every six weeks to ensure that we respond to applications in a timely manner. Curious about the mechanics of the SwimBowen fund? Or know a Bowen Island resident in cancer treatment or who was recently diagnosed who would benefit from the bursary? Check out our detailed fund distribution document at swimbowen.com/ swimbowen-society/. Mark your calendars! SwimBowen 2019 is scheduled for Saturday, July 20 with registration opening spring 2019. Stay tuned for upcoming SwimBowen Bursary news and 2019 planning on our Facebook page or drop me a line at positivelyfit@telus.net or call me at 604-947-9601 if you have questions or comments.
Applefest: Bowen Heritage tells the Undercurrent that there’s at least one person willing to take on Applefest,
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Jillian Walker, Wendy Alexander, Cathy Robertson, Leah Cline and me, this team is committed to launching an annual SwimBowen event. We will build and care for our fund and ensure the fair, thoughtful and confidential distribution of the SwimBowen bursary. This year’s event went remarkably well considering it was our first time! This was thanks to enthusiastic swimmers, an army of volunteers, donors and sponsors, a very talented organizing team pulling out the stops to ensure the event went smoothly, including Jillian Walker’s social media magic and registration prowess, our water marshal superheroes, and delicious food – Frank of Soup Fairy fame we love you! To top it off, Mother Nature kindly gifted us with perfect weather conditions. Because of Tristan Deggan (who jumped in the morning of the event as our scheduled photographer was ill) and Jason Wilde, the inaugural event is superbly captured and expertly sets up next year’s promotion. Priceless. Some swimmers commented that the sighting buoys were not large enough. We hope to fix this next year with large sighting buoys for the entire course. As well, participants wondered why there was no sound amplification. This was
Tourism numbers are good but not double
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Dear Editor: I am truly humbled. Thank you to those who cared about and appreciated my volunteer efforts in undertaking two significant community initiatives, and many minor ones, who nominated me for the honourable position of Citizen of the Year (COTY.) Thanks as well to the committee who chose me over the other equally deserving candidates. Like the other nominated candidates and many more who did not make the short list, none of what I chose to do, for what I believed was the betterment of our community, was for the fame and glory of the COTY designation. The satisfaction of succeeding in our community golf course initiative, and being on our way to the resolution of “the boat problem” in Mannion Bay, is sufficient thanks for my efforts. This is a thanks that is considerably increased by the wide-based appreciation from the community at large. Over the years some have questioned why I would dedicate so much time and passion to these two initiatives. The answer is simple. It’s because of the “S” word: s-at-i-s-f-a-c-t-i-o-n. Realizing that Rome was not built in a day, I knew that patience would be required and knew I had to commit myself accordingly. I was not alone in these community endeavours. I was but a part of a unique and supportive team, starting with my wonderful wife Dorene, my family and my business partner/ company who all tolerated my time, passion and dedication to these causes. Our “award-winning” and much-loved community golf course would not have been possible without an incredible, equally dedicated group of directors and some 650 members of the community who believed we could succeed where others had failed. Community members demonstrated their confidence by donating more than $3 million for the construction of our course. We are particularly proud of the fact that no government funding
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KK Studio is opening up in Sept. & is a place where kids & adults imaginations & creativity can dance freely. Dance, Acting/ Drama, Fitness, Community/ Private Rentals & Private Group Classes or Parties Available. www.kellykonnostudio.com
COZY UP THE CHIC WAY
Find your fit with boxing classes, morning or evening group training for women, or crank it up a notch with one on one training with one of our 5 skilled coaches. Or join our membership and do your own workout when and how you want. So many choices. You can’t go wrong! positivelyfit.ca
MOVEMENT GLOBAL’S NEW VINA V
This super flattering and comfortable V neck is made with a new light bamboo fleece fabric. It’s designed to cover our butt’s (!) while wearing leggings and the Vina V features slits on the sides to give us ease of Movement! It’s a must-have essential by Movement Global a local eco fashion company. www.movementglobal.com
SATURDAY NIGHTS AT DOC’S
Every Saturday Doc Morgan’s Pub & Restaurant serves up free live music featuring the local musicians we love from 7 to 9 pm. Cozy up with a few of your favourite people and a warm beverage to enjoy a special autumn evening out on Bowen.
IT’S GAINS O’CLOCK AT THE GYM
POSITIVELY FIT TRAINING STUDIO
The Bowen Island Refundables Assist Program is a non-profit organization whose sole purpose is to help local community organizations raise funds. The program has a two week opening in the summer of 2019 for a community association who would like to fund raise for a community project. If your group is interested, please contact Susan Redmond at 604.947.0849 or suered@shaw.ca.
THE NEW FALL & WINTER BROCHURE
HAPPY HOUR AT THE PUB!
Shop the eclectic range of knits at Out of the Blue and stay warm in style. Pockets, fringes, patterns on layers of all lengths are the chic way to keep cozy this season. Check out the new fall arrivals at Out of The Blue Boutique in Snug Cove. Open 10 -6 everyday.
FUNDS FOR YOUR COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION
BICR’s Fall and Winter programs are open for registration! We have a variety of activities for everyone to keep busy this year including fitness classes, children’s activities and art programs. Sign up online or call our office at 947-2216 today! www.bowencommunityrecreation.com
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What better time than the fall to get back to the GYM and take your body on a circuit training venture. Circuits help you lean up, improve your conditioning and endurance, and give you the benefit of working your whole body; not only that they’re time efficient - shorter gym times! thegymonbowen.ca at Artisan Square
BODIES OF WORK BY NATASHA CURRAH
There’s been many a happy hour at the Pub over the last 30 years... and there will be many more this Fall…. Happy Hour 4-6pm Monday to Friday featuring House Wine, Draught and Highballs. Thanks for a great summer from all of us at the Bowen Island Pub!
RAINY DAY COATS!
Whether you’re looking to become a stronger athlete or just a pain free human, Natasha offers in home equipment free training for any lifestyle. Sessions beginning at just $50 for 30 mins. ncurrah@me.com
At the Union Steamship Company Gift Store we have water & wind resistant coats for fall. Several colour options, unisex sizes with removable hoods. One coat $50. Buy two coats for $90. Share this discount with a friend or loved one. Call 604-947-0707 www.ussc.com
FALL AT THE LEGION
HOUSE PARTY AT THE PUB
THE WELL
Our new fall schedule begins Sept 4th and includes evening Flow and Yin Classes, Teen Yoga, Full Moon Gatherings, and a wide variety of workshops such as Money Magic and Sacred Skin & Cycles. Want to learn more about yoga beyond the 60 minute class? Join our 100 hour Yoga Immersion, The Sadhana Sessions running from November-April.
FIRES OF COMPASSION
Fire of heart is the little tugboat that distinguishes our personal way. Compassion is a truly formidable force that guides us through what is seemingly unmanageable. What guides your heart? Let compassion be your way. www.firesofcompassion.com
We can’t believe it’s a been a year since S&S Productions threw their first ‘House Party’ and on Saturday Sept 22nd they will celebrate one year of House Party events on Bowen with Vol 5 at the Bowen Pub. Per usual, expect a stellar line-up of DJ’s supported by resident DJ the sly virus spinning the best in house music with a chill house party vibe and a packed dance floor! A perfect way to celebrate turning 1! $10 at the door.
TEEN YOGA
MUSEUM AND ARCHIVES MEN WHO SING
Men On the Rock is in it’s third season. If you are a man, and interested in singing, now is the time to check out this choir. We are a friendly group of swell guys that meet every Monday night. Call Nicole for more info @ 778-926-4286. ntzharmonium@mac.com No audition required.
Visit your Community Museum, Logger’s Cottage and Archives and discover something new about your island! The current exhibit is “Fashionably Bowen” and it will be updated for Remembrance Day and the winter holidays. Researchers are welcome to use the archives. bowenislandmuseum.ca or call 604 947.2655
Classes uncover the best version of you, through improved fitness, breath, stress reduction and so much more! We’re excited to offer the next 10 class session starting on Tues Sep 11 at 4:15pm for anyone aged 13-19. Register at thewellonbowen.com/teen-yoga
A special island naturally has a special legion. The fall line up starts Sun.Sept 9 with a Meat Bingo @2 pm. Cozy Friday night dinners return Sept 15th. Black Molly rocks Halloween Oct 27th. Remembrance Day luncheon Nov 11 & Christmas Fair & pet photos w/Santa Nov 24. Events open to all. rcl150info@gmail.com
OH, THE JOY OF SINGING!
Sit your voice with the oldest choral group on Bowen Island. Thinking about a singing this fall, join us for a drop-in session. Fun, gentle and light. September 12, 7:15pm Cates Hill Chapel. www.bowenislandcommunitychoir @gmail.com
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Three years of Bowen-Horseshoe Bay passenger trends show a steady passenger increase (orange line.) Data source: BC Ferries
While ferry numbers are up, Crippen Park numbers are down
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Continued from page 1 However, BC Ferries reports increased traffic on nearly all its routes, so the trend is not unique to Bowen. The company notes that better route service, cheaper ferry fares and free days for seniors have contributed to higher ridership. And ferry traffic doesn’t necessarily translate directly to visits to Bowen’s attractions. Tourism Bowen counts people who stop at their travelling kiosk and at the base of Trunk Road and the visitors’ centre beside Cove Commons. This July, Tourism Bowen helped 4,426 people. This is a 22 per cent increase in visitor traffic from the same month last year. However, as Jody Lorenz of Tourism Bowen notes, the better numbers reflect better service and record-keeping on the part of the organi-
zation. As well, the mobile kiosk is out on Trunk Road only when there are two staff members available to help the public. This is not always possible, especially when summer students return to school. Some accuse Tourism Bowen of promoting the island too well and clogging local infrastructure with come-from-aways, prompting some social media ire. Lorenz, however, notes that, “Tourism Bowen Island is being blamed for all things related to visitors but there are many factors such as ferry fares, weather, wildfires and others that have nothing to do with our work. “Our work managing the visitor centre helps to facilitate sustainable tourism because we provide valuable education and direction to visitors including ferry etiquette.”
“Concerns and frustrations regarding ferry marshalling should really be directed towards BC Ferries,” she said in an email. However, our third indicator complicates the narrative of tourism booming across the board. Metro Vancouver monitors Crippen Park and while 2018 visitor numbers won’t be available until year’s end, the figures for years past tell a different story than the Tourism Bowen and ferry statistics. In 2017 visits to Crippen Park were the lowest they’d been in three years. Metro recorded 277,000 visits in 2017, four per cent fewer than the 289,000 visitors of 2016. Metro Parks attributes lower visitor numbers to a long winter, a long extreme fire rating period and prolonged air quality advisories.
BOWEN VETERINARY SERVICES IS TEMPORARILY CLOSED
While the staff prepare for the opening of Mountainside Animal Hospital, a 24 hour emergency and critical care hospital in North Vancouver. Mountainside’s building is complete, staff are being trained, and we are preparing for final inspection. We expect to open Mountainside early September, at which time we look forward to caring for your pets there. We will re-open Bowen Veterinary Services as soon as possible. In the meantime we will be checking the voicemail and emails daily in order to provide access to your medical records as needed. In case of emergency, please refer to the following resources for the closest emergency hospitals and modes of transportation: Vancouver Animal Emergency Cormorant Marine - water taxi and Referral Centre (604) 250-2630 (604) 879-3737 North Shore Taxi (pet friendly) Canada West Veterinary Specialists (604) 922-2222 & Critical Care Hospital (604) 473-4882 We appreciate your understanding during this time.
Phone: 604-947-9247 Email: reception@bowenvet.com
Forget the plastic – bring out your basket SARAH HAXBY
BOWEN ISLAND FARMERS’ MARKET
The Bowen Agricultural Alliance (BAA) Farmers’ Market is holding a market basket photo contest. We love seeing people shopping at the market, but are especially charmed when we see people filling old-fashioned baskets. These crafty locals are using as little plastic as possible while shopping for delicious produce and items baked, grown and made on Bowen. So please, keep bringing your boxes, re-useable Tupperware and cloth bags, but if you can: bring out your baskets and cameras! For the month of September we will have some baskets for sale to get this contest going! To enter: stop by the BAA table with your basket filled with what you’ve purchased that day to have your basket photographed, or take your own photo and send it to shaxby@ hotmail.com. Please put ‘basket’ in the subject line and include your phone number so we can contact you if you win. All ages are welcome to participate. Photos will be shared without names or identifiers on Bowen Farmers’ Market Facebook page, and the number of likes will be considered by the contest’s judges. Entries must be received by Sunday, Oct. 7 and the winner will be announced on Oct. 11. Prizes will be distributed at the farmers’ market Oct. 13 at Bowen Island Community School. Sarah Haxby and Jessica Mitts are the BAA Farmers’ Market co-leads. We look forward to seeing you at the markets!
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Bowfest 2018
Left: Max the dog with his motorcycle escort at the head of the parade. Above: Norma Dallas rides in a parade car in recognition of all her contributions to Bowen. Right: Bowfest couldn’t happen without all the volunteers, such as Rob Wynen and his son.
Above left: Three heats of slugs compete for glory under Sarah Haxby’s watchful eye. Above right: A mermaid rides on the back of a fire truck at the end of the parade. Below: The Bowfest main stage audience enjoys a lip synch performance. All Photos: Bronwyn Beairsto
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Answers to the museum and archives’ historical queries at Bowfest
MCKENNA RICHARDSON B.I. MUSEUM AND ARCHIVES
The Bowen Island Museum and Archives would like to thank everybody who came out to Bowfest and participated in our “find the clown” puzzle and completed the Bowen history quiz! Congratulations to Gracie C. and Kate Shepherd as prize draw winners, and Cathy Buchanan, who got the highest score. Now, the answers for the quiz (and a straight-up fascinating list of Bowen facts) are as follows: 1. When was the first school on Bowen built? Answer: D. 1893. 2. In 1937 the Union Steamship Lady Alexandra brought how many people to Bowen Island? Answer: B. In the year 1937, the Lady Alex had more than 101,000 passengers bound for Bowen. 3. In 1978, who was the first citizen of the year? Answer: C. Ellen Dorman. 4. Who was the first fire chief? Answer: D. Lloyd Harding. 5. What sign appeared on Bowen during the National Park debate, causing much stress and confusion for tourists? Answer: A. “No Pugs” in response to “No Parks.” 6. What was the name of the bakery destroyed by fire in 2006? Answer: B. The Oven Door.
7. In the 1970s, Stan James acquired the remaining Union Steamship property and proposed building an upscale resort. Protests ensued. What was not included in the proposal? Answer: B. There was no Olympic size saltwater swimming pool, but there was a 24-hour hovercraft service, a golf course, and a ski hill on Mount Gardner. 8. How many cars did the first ferry carry? Bonus: What was the name of the ferry? Answer: B. The first ferry could carry about 15 cars across to Bowen. Bonus: The Black Ball ferries. 9. Who ran the Salmon Derby in the 1980s? Answer: B. Munro Davies, or Minnow Davies. 10. When was the old general store moved? Answer: D. November of 1983. 11. Who was the Citizen of the Year in 1980? Bonus: Who is driving the Jeep? Answer: A. Muriel Nielson. Eric Lawson was the driver of the jeep. 12. Who was the Dog of the Year in 1992? Answer: D. Pete. 13. When was the first Undercurrent printed? Bonus: Who was the first editor? Answer: D. 1975. Bonus: This one was tricky! Pat Weaver was the editor of the first two editions of the Undercurrent before Larry Reid took over. 14. What were the major island complaints voiced in the Undercurrent in 1975? Answer: D. Hippies, pigs in gardens and dogs off the leash.
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Thursday August 30
BICS Every Saturday 10-12 p.m.
Duplicate Bridge Bowen Court 6:45-10 p.m. For info call Irene 604-947-2955
5th annual Handloggers Half Marathon and Relay 21 km counter clockwise loop around Mt Gardener; Register by Aug 31 at raceroster.com. A fundraiser for the Bowen Island Trail Society, a volunteer group dedicated to building a safe network of trails on Bowen.
Friday August 31
Friday Night Live Bowen Island Pub 7-10 pm No cover, dinner specials.
Saturday Sept. 1
Bowen Island Farmers Market
Tir-na-nOg presents NOMADIC 7:00 p.m. School Summer Stage Theatre by Young People for the World.
Live at Doc's Doc Morgan's Pub & Restaurant 7 - 9:00 p.m. Every Saturday free live music at Doc's.
Deck Dance Tunstall Bay Beach Club DJ M.U.M. Leo Chan & Jan Tize. B.Y.O.B. Member $10 Nonmembers $15 tix at Phoenix
Sunday Sept. 2
Yoga on the Pier Beside the ferry dock 9 - 10 am Beside the ferry dock. Drop in $10 Tir-na-nOg presents NOMADIC
Public Hearing (Continued) Lot 1 Rezoning
HAVE YOUR SAY. Public Hearing (Continued) September 4, 2018, 7:00 pm Council Chambers
Municipal Hall
981 Artisan Lane
Questions? Contact Daniel Martin, Manager of Planning and Development
Offical Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 432, 2017 Land Use Amendment Bylaw No. 433, 2017
About the bylaw
Currently, Lot 1 is designated as “Rural” in the Official Community Plan, and it is zoned “Rural Residential 1” in the Land Use Bylaw. Council is proposing to change this designation. Bylaw No.432, 2017 would amend the Official Community Plan designation from “Rural” to a combination of “Light Industrial, Rural Residential and Village Periphery.” Bylaw No.433, 2017 would amend the zoning in the Land Use Bylaw from “Rural Residential 1” to “Comprehensive Development 21”, with four “sub-areas” as follows: Area 1: Light Industrial, Artisanal, Retail, and Residential uses Area 2: Residential, up to 20 homes Area 3: Rural Residential (Land Bank) Area 4: Rural Residential, one dwelling
Monday September 3
Men On the Rock BBQ 5 p.m. Calling all MEN! Bowen's all male choir needs you. No auditions required. Rehearsals Monday Nights. BBQ tonight for newcomers. Nicole 778-926-4286
Tuesday Sept. 4
Special Council Meeting Municipal Hall Council Chambers 4 p.m. Municipal Hall Council Chambers. More info at bowenmunicipality.ca Public Hearing (Lot 1 Rezoning) Municipal Hall Council Chambers 7 p.m.
More info bowenmunicipality.ca
Two for one Tuesdays Bowen Island Sea Kayaking Paddleboard, Kayak 604947-9266 Bowen Island AA Collins Hall 7:15 p.m.
Wednesday Sept. 5
12 Step Codependency Group Elliott Hall 1070 Miller Road 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Thursday Sept. 6
Climate Conversation On Conservation Development Cove Commons 7:15 p.m. Helping Bowen from the effects of climate change with John Dowler, David Hocking, and John Reid
FOR RENT
Available from end of September for a Six Month Lease. Great Room with Living, Dining and Kitchen areas. King Bedroom and Queen Bedroom both with En-Suite Bathrooms, plus one more Bathroom. Media Room with a sleeping platform for a guest. Covered Deck. Fantastic Sea-Views. Hydro not included. References are necessary. Small pet considered.
Text 604-362-8515
Bylaw timeline Council 1st Direction Reading
604-947-4255
7:00 p.m. School Summer Stage Theatre by Young People for the World.
External Referrals
November February 2017 2018
2nd Reading
Public 3rd Reading Bylaw Hearing Adoption
June 2018
July & Sep (Estimated) (Estimated) Sep 2018 Sep 2018 2018
How to get more information
dmartin @bimbc.ca
The proposed bylaw and background material may be viewed at Municipal Hall, 981 Artisan Lane, during office hours of 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday (excluding statutory holidays), or on the Municipal website at www.bowenislandmunicipality.ca/planning
Ways you can Have Your Say bowenisland municipality.ca /planning
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Speak at the Public Hearing, continuing on Sep 4th, 2018. 7:00PM at Municipal Hall. Write to the attention of Mayor and Council:
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E-mail: mayorandcouncil@bimbc.ca Mail: 981 Artisan Lane, Bowen Island, BC, V0N 1G2 To ensure a fair process, Council cannot consider any submissions received after the Public Hearing has ended.
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