FUTURE FIREFIGHTER?
Bowen Island Fire Rescue’s Ky Hasledine hangs out with Iona Hayes at the July edition of the department’s Hot Summer Nights. The evenings are a chance to meet local firefighters and check out some of the equipment they use, including the big hose and a tour of the fire truck. Fire safety tips are taught too. For more photos take a turn to the back page. / Jessie Perry photo
Bowen Island Fire Department responded to a fire at Cape Roger Curtis on Tuesday afternoon.
Several fire trucks answered the call shortly after Noon at a private lot located slightly south of the Cape Lighthouse Fire Chief Aaron Hanen said firefighters arrived to find an approximately 1,600 square foot area of driftwood logs burning “fairly intensely” on the beach
The terrain allowed fire trucks to get fairly close to the flames, with a short walk needed to reach the burn location “It was certainly more difficult than if it was just on the side of a road, but luckily there was a driveway most of the way into where the fire was, so we just had to walk about 200 feet at the end,” said Hanen
In total four trucks and 16 firefighters arrived on-scene to deal with the fire They spent about 4 5 hours putting out the blaze and another hour cleaning it up Hanen returned to check the site Tuesday evening and Wednesday morning and there were no further signs of trouble
“The turnout from the volunteers was great We got on it right away and it all turned out as good as can be,” said the fire chief
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Editor
When the McDougall Creek Fire broke out in the Okanagan last month, volunteers from around the province stepped up and travelled to the Interior to help with the response effort
Among them was Jayne McMillan, volunteer coordinator with Bowen Island Emergency Support Services (ESS), the group responsible for helping residents manage any potential disaster on the island. Local ESS director Carolyn McDonald said it was the first time she can remember the province calling for volunteers ESS in the area had become overwhelmed with evacuees, and many of the volunteer members had been forced to leave their homes themselves Evacuation orders began Aug 17, and led to around 30,000 people being forced to leave the West Kelowna and Lake Country area
After McDonald asked the Bowen ESS team if anyone could make the trip, McMillan immediately volunteered “I’m coming home and getting my stuff and turning around and going right back up, ” she said, having been on the mainland at the time Jayne came home, grabbed her go-bag, added some essentials to her car including a fire extinguisher, water, clothes, and bedding, and by 4:30 pm on Sunday, Aug. 20 had arrived at the West Kelowna reception centre.
McMillan worked until 10 pm that night, and then proceeded to put in nine more days of double shifts to help process the thousands of evacuees. By midweek Jayne had been elevated to a supervisor role, responsible for seeing what each person or family needed, from a place to stay to food to clothing or any other help while they waited to return home Lodging for example was determined by equipment available, if people had a trailer they were directed to a nearby campground, while anyone else was
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booked into a hotel room
“By the time they sat down they were relieved to finally be able to talk to someone who could help them,” says McMillan. “Just saying we ’ ve got a hotel for you, we ’ ve got food for you, they were just so grateful that this service was there for them in this time of need. The amount of hugs I got was just unbelievable,” she says, adding many people were sleeping in their cars while they waited for assistance from ESS
McMillan says she noticed several themes talking to people who were forced to evacuate, including beliefs that the order wouldn’t last very long or surprise the fires moved as fast as they did. This left many people who either didn’t bring much with them, or had to leave their homes quicker than expected. Other people were away from their homes completely, and unable to retrieve anything when the orders came out.
Jayne says she hopes a takeaway from the terrible blaze can be an emphasis on emergency preparedness, particularly in future cases of sudden evacuations. A Grab ‘ n Go bag with necessities is especially important, along with pillows and blankets in case you need to sleep in your vehicle Pet food and supplies are also key items to have on-hand.
While the fire is still not fully out, most families have now been able to return to their homes Sadly about 200 homes were destroyed in the fire, but no lives were lost Officials are hoping the fire will be fully extinguished this month
“It was exhausting,” says McMillan of the unexpected 10-day effort, but adds it was “totally rewarding that I could help Seeing what these individuals go through is devastating”
She also is eager to bring the lessons learned back home “The experience that I gained to help Bowen and other communities is instrumental,” says Jayne, who has been sharing her new knowledge with Bowen’s ESS and community groups such as Seniors Keeping Young
While Bowen Island has fortunate-
ly not experienced a major disaster recently, interim emergency program coordinator Tess Taylor says plans are in place to help people should anything happen This includes five trailers which would act as reception centres, group lodging, and a pet services trailer too The latter two were made possible this year through the provincial Community Emergency Preparedness Fund, a grant through the Union of BC Municipalities
General reception centres are also located across the island in case one area is cut off during an emergency. McDonald says the ESS team is always looking for more members, as each person brings their own unique skillset to the job Training is available, and Taylor says there are many different levels of involvement people can choose
An official cause hasn’t been determined but Hanen said there was a likely culprit “We have to assume it’s human-caused, it can’t be anything other than a human But no evidence whatsoever, no fire ring or anything like that,” he said. A cause of the fire is not yet known. Bowen Island is currently under a full fire ban, with a fire danger rating of ‘Moderate’
There aren’t any prerequisites for joining, but McMillan says “It’s got to be somebody who really has a desire to help others It’s not a self-serving type of role, because we displace ourselves The majority of people that volunteered in West Kelowna were evacuees themselves So even though you’re going through all this personally, you ’ re there to help the masses through something like this”
Jayne recalls seeing an evacuee later working as a volunteer during her time in the Interior When she inquired, the young woman told Jayne if she could come all the way from Bowen Island, then she could help too McMillan says it’s important to feel like you’re doing something when disaster strikes, and adds she’d be more than willing to head off again if called upon.
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Storm visited the Bowen Island Post Office and met with Postmaster Karen Shea to deliver the stamps for charity The stamps were donated by the whole community as one of the many Bowen Island Community School’s Grade 5 leadership initiatives Storm was part of a team of three students who chose to make a positive difference in the world by collecting stamps for a youth charitable non-profit organization Thank you to everyone from across the island for their many donations, and don’t forget: the post office will accept your donations of used stamps year-round!
Bowen Island Gymnastics is excited for a new season of Parkour and Gymnastics set to begin on Saturday, September 16
We’re also excited to have our website back up and running, connecting us to the world at bowengymnastics com
You can see pictures of our gymnasts, see what the club is
at 9 am, log on for registration of our 2023/24 programs
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- Lisa Brougham Bowen Island Gymnastics ClubTHE WRITE STUFF. The Undercurrent encourages reader participation in your community newspaper. You must include your full name and a daytime phone number (for verification only) The editor reserves the right to edit for clarity, legality, brevity and taste Please limit to under 500 words HERE’S HOW: To submit a letter to the editor, fax 604-947-0148 or mail it to #102, 495 Bowen Island Trunk Road, PO Box 130, Bowen Island, BC V0N 1G0 or email editor@bowenislandundercurrent com
Through months of discussions I remained hopeful that preservationoflandatCapeRogerCurtisispossiblewithcontrolled visitation. This hope is reinforced by recent proposals from Bowen residents for a centre with educational and youth-centred activities
Sadly, the CRC webinar on August 1 suggests that Metro is unprepared to change the essence of their plans I hope I’m wrong
1 Honest Talk During the webinar, the Metro panel stretched the truth on several occasions:
(a) One panelist stated that the residents of Bowen showed “resonance” with the overall vision of the CRC proposal. This claim ignores the complexity of opinions Many Bowen residents have expressed support for the preservation of CRC but a substantial majority are firmly opposed to overnight camping
(b) The panel suggested that the plan has been developed with input from First Nations so I asked what input has been received from First Nations The answer, re-iterated twice,
was that they are “reaching out” and “seeking input” The CRC plan thus far has evidently been developed with no meaningful input from First Nations
(c) Metro claims that feedback obtained has informed the refinement of their plan. But there is scant evidence that the plan has been changed fundamentally. While Metro has suggested a shuttle bus service and other modest changes, the major concerns around overnight camping remain unaddressed.
2 Transportation Plan Although Metro is in discussions with BC Ferries and BC Transit, no plan to deal with transport to CRC is yet developed One Metro concept is to “spread the load” of those using BC Ferries but this concept was not explained Metro estimates that an additional 160 to 180 vehicles are expected each day on summer weekends Parking facilities for so many vehicles exist neither at CRC, Horseshoe Bay nor Snug Cove
3. Multi-Use Pathway. Metro plans rely upon the completion of the MUP The latest extension to Grafton Lake has been costed at about $3.5 million. Metro gave no indication how or if they will contribute to the cost ($10 million?) of
We are Bowen Islanders who, like you, are committed to the preservation and protection of the fragile ecosystems on the islands in the Salish Sea.
We believe your decision to oppose the park rezoning at Cape Roger Curtis, as proposed to date, has been made without full information or consideration of its consequences.
We know that you received coordinated letters protesting camping at the Cape, and understand that you want to reflect certain constituents’ concerns. Those writers are genuinely worried about the future of the island. But at the same time some have promoted fears as facts, and without recognizing the actual facts of the proposal from Metro Vancouver
Take for example, an erroneous claim in one letter that forested area would be logged to make space for park infrastructure In fact, the sites would be exclusively on areas that were cleared by the previous owners for building sites MetroVan is not proposing any kind of logging The project as a whole expands sensitive area protections, adds buffers and barriers, introduces ongoing monitoring of the flora and fauna of the area, and would re-wild about half of the existing clearings
Indeed, this would preserve, protect and improve the integrity of the environment Camping is just one component, as outlined in MetroVan’s proposal. Twenty-four private estates, which the property is zoned for, on the other hand, would not offer any of those advantages
Conversely, rejecting out of hand a rezoning for the proposed park brings back the strong possibility that the land would be sold off to private developers This would leave it unprotected and inaccessible to anyone other than the 24
owners and friends, once houses are built there. Future subdivision would be likely.
Reading the park proposal in detail changes everything. When you have the opportunity to review MetroVan’s full proposal and the accompanying technical reports, you’ll find that many concerns raised in your August 25 letter are already fully taken into account. If approved, camping would be phased in gradually so that its effects could be monitored - on and off-site Certainly, there are outstanding challenges to address, and we look for Islands Trust’s help in finding solutions that keep alive the decades-long dream of a park at Cape Roger Curtis But we think turning down the heat a bit and looking for answers is the wisest approach
Instead of 24 multi-million dollar estates with many potential outbuildings fragmenting the natural environment and excluding the public, the proposed park would preserve a large area of ecologically important and sensitive ecosystems and provide opportunities for Bowen Islanders and other residents of the region, regardless of wealth, to enjoy this precious nature
We strongly support the mission of the Islands Trust to preserve and protect the unique habitat of the islands within the Trust The park on Bowen Island as proposed will do exactly that: create a framework of cooperation between Bowen, MetroVan and Islands Trust to credibly protect the rare ecological richness of the Cape
We hope that you will reconsider your recent decision, and look forward to engaging in further dialogue
Sincerely yours,
- Nicholas Belluk, John Dowler, Jennifer Hall, David Hocking, Charles McNeill, Michelle Marie Pentz, Shari Ulrichcompleting the MUP from Grafton to CRC
4. Water at CRC We were told that wells developed on the properties purchased by Metro are more than adequate This claim is based on a 2014 CRC survey coupled with water use by campers in Washington State Knowledge of the current quantity and quality of water that may be drawn from wells at CRC and demands of campers at CRC is therefore lacking
5. Emergency Planning. As a “NERP” volunteer I was shocked to learn that initial emergency responses at CRC will be the responsibility of Bowen ER services. This indicates a substantial gap in ER planning if Metro assumes the volunteer units on Bowen could handle the additional demands of several hundred visitors.
6. Impact of Camping on CRC. Metro is engaged in studies of fauna and flora at CRC but park planning has proceeded before the studies will provide meaningful information. Metro has therefore decided the level of land use before we know what level of use the land can tolerate Apparently Metro will use an “adaptive approach” I fear this implies that Metro will change their plans once the damage has been done
7. How Many Visitors? Based on BC Ferries ridership, the number of summer visitors to Bowen has increased from about 70,000 (in 2014) to more than 145,000 in 2022. Bowen is clearly a welcoming community. Considering our small population, limited infrastructure and marginal summer water supplies, I asked the Metro panel what level of visitation might be tolerable and to consider the lifestyles of the residents of Bowen Island. Sadly, there was no response to this question.
Remaining Hopeful. I hope MetroVan will take our concerns to heart and consider progressive ideas with a focus on youth, education and reconciliation. Such a centre would greatly enhance Metro’s reputation and create a jewel within the Howe Sound UNESCO Biosphere
- Roger Brownsey
President / Seniors Keeping Young
Twenty dollars, you say?
Yes, for merely 20 dollars, older adults can embark on an exciting journey toward active aging and self-improvement with Bowen Island’s Seniors Keeping Young (SKY) membership. As astonishing as it sounds, this nominal fee offers men and women aged 55 and above, an array of inspiring recreational activities and enriching experiences that are unparalleled.
Launch into a world of physical vitality as you participate in weekly yoga, exercise, and musical movement classes. Stay on the move with the bi-weekly walk group, where you can track your steps and compete for the new coveted title of the most active walker by the year ’ s end. And if you have a
penchant for intellectual stimulation, you’ll be enthralled by the informative weekly speakers’ series, covering a wide spectrum of topics
But that’s not all – your SKY membership provides other diverse opportunities. Join fellow members for board games at the library that challenge your mind and foster camaraderie. Become part of a political interest group, monitoring local municipal government, or bond over monthly social lunches that promise both varied cuisine and even better company. Renew old acquaintances in what will become an annual event - our Honouring Seniors Tea!
Perhaps you’re looking to explore beyond the Island’s shores? With the SKY membership, you’ll enjoy reduced rates (or no cost) for bus excursions, granting you access to off-island adventures (Audain Art Gallery coming up!) without breaking the bank.
For the sum of an inexpensive bottle of wine, you gain access to all these activities and more. Uncover hidden talents as you learn to upholster dining stools, to understand the process of creating stunning landscapes, or master the art of Korean cooking. And for those with a passion for the written word or a curiosity about their lineage, SKY offers genealogy tips and writing assistance from seasoned practitioners, allowing you to preserve your personal history. Some of these workshops are offered via Zoom, for the benefit of seniors who have day jobs.
If personal growth is your goal, SKY’s got you covered with workshops on retirement planning, meditation techniques, or life-time resilience, ensuring you ’ re equipped to lead a more fulfilling life in your golden years.
SKY is a registered non-profit organization that values community and volunteer-
From September 6 to 25, the Hearth presents a new group show entitled Strange Attractors This exhibit features the work of four artists from the Lower Mainland: Marlene Lowden, Monika Wiatrowska, Sharon Habib, and Shevy Levy.
Though quite visually different, the art of these four artists find commonality in the approach and processes of their makers
All of them have found through their creative journey that, even though chaos seems random, chaos also has its own peculiar kind of order Elements that are strangely attracted together create a cohesive system This pattern is formed by what is whimsically called “strange attractors” in the
mathematical world.
Inspired by this concept, the artists come together as strange attractors to form a cohesive pattern that is this show. Indeed, the chaos theory aptly encapsulates their collaborative endeavor
“Each of us artists experience chaos in our process None of us knows if we will succeed with a piece of work, or where it will be in the end,” says Sharon Habib
Using photography, painting, and mixed media, the four of them explore layered realities in their own way. Going beyond what is immediately visible and grappling with life’s complex aspects, they embrace chaos and manage to find beauty and glory in this uncertainty.
“Sometimes, all it takes to change your relationship with the chaotic world is altering perception,” points out Shevy Levy.
While focusing on light, color, form, and texture, the artists mindfully capture moments of tension, turning them
ism with the philosophy of “Seniors Helping Seniors” . By joining, you’re not only investing in your well-being but also, contributing to the betterment of the community. The rewards are twofold: a sense of personal accomplishment and the knowledge that you ’ re making a positive impact on the lives of other residents who may have limited advantages.
Membership in Bowen Island’s SKY is a game-changer for seniors seeking vibrant, fulfilling lives. For an unbeatable price of only $20/year ($30 per couple or $5 per activity), you will gain access to a treasure trove of events and opportunities that promise personal growth, camaraderie, and community involvement So why wait? Elevate your senior years with SKY and soar into a world of stimulating activities!
To join, contact: skyonbowen@outlook com or phone: Lichen Tilley, 604-926-1842 (leave a message).
into images that are on the edge of imbalance and bliss
“For me, a successful painting shows evidence of a struggle I create unity that is aesthetically pleasing, but not entirely comfortable I look to nature to create work that rebels against order and perfection; I seek a raw kind of beauty.” says Marlene Lowden.
On Saturday, September 9, just before the Artist pARTy, the four artists will be at the Hearth from 3 to 5 pm for an interactive art-making session where everyone is welcome to join! This session is followed by the Artist pARTy from 6 to 8 pm with bar service, snacks, and a DJ
Thursday, September 7, 2023
Thursday, September 7
Thursday Art Group (TAG) begins!
Join like minded creatives who meet every Thursday at Collins Hall from 9 am to 12 pm. We draw, sketch, paint and crest. Drop-in Thursday the 7th for free to check us out! For more details contact shannonrondeau@shaw.ca
Friday, September 8
SKY Walk
Start at the Golf Club parking lot, meet at 10:30 am.
Friday, September 8
Jazz Night at the Pub
The return of Jazz Night features Stephen Fisk, John Stiver, Steve Smith, and Buff Allen. At the Pub from 6 to 9 pm.
Friday, September 8
Maximum Crusoe at Tir-na-nOg
Jem Rolls in his one-person show about being stranded in India during the pandemic. 7:30 pm, tickets available on Eventbrite
Saturday, September 9 (rescheduled from Aug. 19)
Year End Celebration
11:30 am to 12:30 pm at the Bowen Island Library All ages Celebrate the end of the summer reading club! If you ’ ve finished all 50 days of the challenge, come to claim your medal at the medal ceremony! This year we have special guest Mayor Andrew Leonard to hand our awards If you haven’t finished, come for fun art activities! Register: bipl link/SRC-celebration
Sunday, September 10 (rescheduled from Aug. 20)
Dog Days Resurgence
One of Bowen’s most popular festivals is returning thanks to the efforts of CAWES, USSC Marina, and Doc Morgan’s Don’t miss Dog of the Year - Linus! Noon at Marina Lawn
Sunday, September 10
Book Donation Day
Bring your books to the Library Annex for the Friends of the Library book sale later this year 10 am to Noon
Sunday, September 10
Artist Reception at Catching Stars Gallery
Meet artists Janna Kumi and Micheal Epp, 2 to 4 pm.
Monday, September 11
SKY Mix & Mingle
Bowen Court at 9:45 am Meet new friends and members
Monday, September 11
Regular Council Meeting
Please note time change, 1 pm at Muni Hall and online
Tuesday, September 12
Eat, Drink, Paint with Janet Esseiva
A Here’s Bowen Arts! Tour 2024 Fundraiser Register online and enjoy an evening of painting Takes place from 6 to 9 pm at the lower level of Doc Morgan’s Learn more at bowenartstour com
Wednesday, September 13
Community Choir sign-up
Registration for the Bowen Island Community Choir beings at Cates Hill Chapel Second registration session on September 20, both at 7 pm
Thursday, September 14
SKY Trek to Audain Museum
Experience the history captured within the displays at this world-class Whistler museum Bowen residents 55+ are welcome on this private bus excursion (SKY membership not required) This is a great opportunity for those who can’t otherwise easily get to this destination RSVP to SKYonBowen@outlook com for details and/or to reserve your seat while there is still space Trekkers will pay for own lunch and museum admission Leave 9:15 am, return around 4 pm
Saturday, September 16/Sunday, September 17
Write on Bowen Festival
Festival of Readers and Writers, sponsored by the Bowen Island Public Library and the Hearth Gallery Eight work-
FerryAdvisoryCommitteeMeeting& SnugCoveTerminalProjectWorkshop
Deliveringthebestservicetocoastalcommunities,meansknowingwhatis importanttothosewholive,workandplayinthemeachday Joinusforthe FACmeetingorattendtheprojectworkshoptofindoutmore
Date: Tuesday,September19,2023
Location: BowenIslandCommunitySchool,1041MtGardnerRoad
SnugCoveTerminalProjectWorkshop
5:30pm-6:30pmPresentation|6:30pm-8:30pmWorkshop
MarinestructureupgradesareplannedforSnugCoveTerminalthisfall. RepresentativesfromBCFerrieswillbeonhandtoprovideinformation, answeryourquestionsandhearfromyou Toattendthepresentationand workshop,pleaseRSVPtoengagement@bcferries.com
FerryAdvisoryCommittee(FAC)Meeting
6:30pm-8:30pm
shops taking place over the two-day event, including a Luncheon Discussion on Saturday afternoon, and Night Festival Gala with Wade Davis on Saturday night Find more information about the Write on Bowen Festival at www writeonbowen com
Thursday, September 28
Watercolour Workshop
Join this fun event and explore Watercolour painting Free for TAG members, $10 for non-members (supplies will be provided unless you have your own) At Collins Hall
TUESDAYS
Chair Yoga
Starts Sept 5 at Collins Hall Drop-in from 1 to 2:15 pm
Classes are $20 or by donation Contact Jackie Minns for more info, 604-220-9092, or jackie minns@gmail com
WEDNESDAYS
Bowen Bridge
We meet from 1:30 to 4:30 pm at Bowen Court on Wednesdays Fee is $6 per person per session Your place at the table must be arranged - by email - no later than 6 pm on the Monday before To make your booking or to seek more information, please email bowcates04@gmail com
WEEKENDS
Saturday Farmers Market at BICS
Annual market at Bowen Island Community School
Browse food, crafts, snacks, and more! 10 am to Noon
Yoga on the Pier
Saturday & Sunday from 10:15 to 11:15 am Join the Nectar Yoga team for a relaxing yoga session at the Snug Cove North Dock (left of the ferry ramp) Bring a yoga mat, water, and sunscreen
Sessions are weather permitting Pre-registration is recommended, but dropping in can be accomodated if space allows Find more details and sign up at nectaryoga ca
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Meet Mimi. This adorable old gal came to us recently for urinary incontinence, urinary incontinence is involuntary urine leakage and is fairly common in older pets which can be treated or managed with different medications. If you notice your pet is unable to tell they are leaking in your house make sure to take them into the vet for a check up
Bowen Island Fire Rescue returned with Hot Summer Nights this year, holding a pair of events in July and August to meet community members and show them some of the tools they use in the department. As usual, the big hose was a fan favourite with all ages Firefighter Ky Hasledine helped visitors test its capabilities during the July session at Bowen Island Community School.
The 10th annual running of the Handloggers Half Marathon was a sellout affair last Saturday. The run through Crippen Park, around Killarney Lake, and along the Skid and Handloggers Trails on Mount Gardner (plus some Mid-Island Trail too) raises funds for the Bowen Island Trail Society. The event attracts a combination of runners from Bowen and off-island, and this year included local firefighter Steve Edwards (right), Lisa Brougham with Zarah and Janna (middle), and Laura
/ Lisa Brougham & Submitted photos
