The CAMROSE BOOSTER, March 30, 2021 – Page 24
Aquatic Centre offering some services By Lori Larsen
In the midst of COVID-19 and a whirlwind of government recommendations and restrictions, the City of Camrose’s long awaited, newly renovated Aquatic Centre was officially opened on Sept. 18, 2020, and things were going swimmingly, until December when another provincial health order ceased operations again. As the province slowly began opening up, on March 1, changes to the province-wide mandatory restrictions included the opening of facilities used for indoor recreation only for the purposes of low intensity individual or group fitness, one-to-one fitness training and youth group physical activities. Pools and indoor rinks and arenas were included in that group. On March 2, the City
“School children are allowed to be in close contact, but youth sports, in compliance with Alberta Health Services (AHS) regulations, are supposed to remain three metres apart,” said Peek. “They are allowed to get their heart rates up and swim and be active, unlike adult restrictions, which are limited to low intensity, because AHS does not want heart rates to rise causing individuals to forcefully exhaled during group activity.” Peek added that the aquatic industry across Alberta had made a request to AHS to allow swimmers to not have to wear masks in the water, but it was denied. “The only ones who are allowed to not have masks on while in the water are children under 18 years of age.”
April 26, from 11 until 11:45 a.m. (five classes) • Wednesday, March 31 to April 28, from 10 to 10:45 a.m. (five classes) • Wednesday, March 31 to April 28, from 11 to 11:45 a.m. (five classes) Currently, the Aquatic Centre will remain closed on Fridays and weekends. “Part of the reason our hours are augmented is to keep providing the service to the community while still being financially responsible to the tax payers,” said Peek. Currently, all reservations for sessions and services at the Aquatic Centre must be done by telephone at 780-672-9909, in an effort to ensure that as many people as possible will have equal opportunities to use the facility. Due to AHS restrictions, participants attend-
Lori Larsen, Camrose Booster
Students from École Camrose Composite High School get into a game of water basketball during a physical education class. The pool has been open to students under the guidance of Alberta Health Services regulations, which allows students in the pool without having to wear masks.
of Camrose Aquatic Centre opened up for schools and March 15 for Junior Lifeguard Club. “We were able to open up for these two user groups because of the different restrictions from Alberta Health Services,” said City of Camrose Aquatic Centre manager Marcia Peek. Currently, École Camrose Composite High School students are the only school students using the facility and, according to Alberta Health restrictions, more than 10 students can be in the pool at one time, and they do not have to wear masks. “There are 27 Junior Lifeguard Club members,” explained Peek. “Normally, they would all be in the pool together, but in accordance to the Alberta Health restrictions, we have divided them into four groups, and when they come are spread each in their own lane.” The swimmers are placed three metres apart and on opposite ends in every other lane, with coaches at the end of the respective lanes. This allows youth to participate without masks in accordance to AHS regulations.
On Monday, March 29, the Aquatic Centre opened up Water Walking and Stretch Therapy sessions in an effort to begin offering residents some options for physical activity and use of the new facility. Peek explained that the Water Walking will be done in the shallow parts of the pool, because participants have to keep their feet on the ground and wear masks in the water in accordance to AHS rules. “We have specific spots, and are allowing two in the lap pool (shallow end), six in the lazy river and three in the leisure pool, which allows a minimum of three metres between all participants and keeps us within the AHS limit.” Water Walking sessions are available: • Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays from 12 noon until 3 p.m. • Thursdays, from 9 a.m. until 12 noon. One-hour sessions per visitor are available. Stretch therapy classes are offered: • Monday, March 29 to April 26, from 10 until 10:45 a.m. (five classes) • Monday, March 29 to
ing any of the current services at the Aquatic Centre are required to arrive only a few minutes before their scheduled session or right on time. Participants must come prepared in swim gear, go straight onto the pool deck and store their personal belongings on the shelf. On the way out, they will be able to use the change room to quickly rinse off and change, but no personal grooming is allowed according to AHS regulations. “As things change, we will change the services as best that we can in accordance with all AHS health regulations and orders, to be the best stewards of our facility and always keeping in mind the best value for our residents. “We look forward to future stages where we are allowed to be open fully to the community and have all our wonderful staff back in our facility.” For more detailed information on the Aquatic Centre’s current rules, regulations and services, visit the City of Camrose website at www.camrose.ca (Recreation and Culture). For booking information, telephone 780-672-9909.
Stanley Frances Trautman June 11, 1926 ~ March 24, 2021 Stan was born on June 11, 1926, the youngest of the four children of Pete and Carrie Trautman of Duhamel. He began school at Duhamel and finished high school in Camrose, beginning a love of education that remained all his life and carried on with his children. On November 21, 1951, he married Mary Smith of Bittern Lake, and they resided in the Duhamel area for almost 60 years. They raised eight children, who became the focus of their lives. Stan had a successful mixed farming operation with his brothers Don and Jim. Later in partnership with their son Odean, they established a registered Holstein dairy herd, Trautman Dairies. Stan loved to contribute to the community, and he served on many organizations and boards such as Camrose Fish and Game, New Norway Ag Society, the National Farmers Union, and the Alberta Wheat Pool. His passion was the history of the Duhamel district. He was instrumental in the formation of the Duhamel Historical Society, the preservation of St. Thomas Catholic Church, the designation of Verdun School as a historic resource, and the erection of the Peter Fidler Rock along the Battle River. Stan had a love of nature, which was reflected in his planting of trees, preservation of wetlands, and his love of hunting. He enjoyed the camaraderie of a good hunt, successful or not, and he mentored many a young hunter. Stan and Mary cultivated great and varied relationships over the years. Young and old, Stan treasured their friendship. Stan’s religious faith remained steadfast all his life. He and Mary went on religious pilgrimages in Canada and the Holy Land, and they enjoyed Bible studies with people of all faiths. To the very end of his life, his childhood church of St. Thomas was his identity and his comfort. Stan passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 24, 2021, at Bethany Meadows in Camrose. He was predeceased by his brothers Don and Jim; his sister Irene Haggerty; his wife Mary; and son David. He is survived by his children Allen (Geri), Carol (Don Simpson), Jane (Mike Faught), Odean (Charlotte), Tim, Dan (Jody Wilks), Peggy (Bob MacTaggart), daughter-in-law Joy Trautman; twenty grandchildren: Victoria Becker, Micheal Trautman, Russell Gillett, Tanya Piche, Mandy Reed, Michelle Johannesson, Kate Kundert, Luke Faught, Joe Faught, Bob Faught, Maureen MacBeath, Steve Trautman, Becky Mills, Lauren Rathwell, Brian Trautman, Amy MacTaggart, Laura MacTaggart, Dave MacTaggart, Nathan Braun and Shaylene Entz; 25 great-grandchildren; and three sistersin-law Alice Smith, Violet Smith and Helen Gongaware. The Funeral Mass was livestreamed at 11:00 a.m., March 27, 2021, on the St. Francis Xavier Roman Catholic Church website https://stfxcamrose.caedm.ca/ and a recording of the funeral mass is available on the St. Francis Xavier Church website under “Recorded Masses”. Interment has taken place in the St. Thomas Roman Catholic Cemetery, Duhamel. The family would like to thank the communities of Duhamel, New Norway and Camrose for their support of our dad, grandfather and great-grandfather in his activities and endeavours. We are especially grateful to the staff of Bethany Meadows for the loving care they provided. Donations in Stan’s name can be made to the Duhamel Historical Society and Camrose Fish and Game Association. To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com.
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