Things you might learn at Wings over the Rockies

Submitted by Lynda Tutty, Wings Marketing Committee

ture-lover, geologist, scientist, author and public speaker, Dr. Leckie will soon publish his third nature book for the public that highlights this subject.

Photographs are an ideal way to capture the beauty of nature and to share it with others. The annual Wings photography contest invites avid and beginner photographers alike to submit photos taken in the East Kootenays during the past year. The contest, with categories and prizes for adults and juniors, opens March 30. Check contest rules at www.wingsovertherockies.org.

There are so many Wings over the Rockies Nature Festival options. Be sure to check www.wingsovertherockies.org today and make your Wings plan.

Do you know why cottonwood trees are vital for the Columbia Valley wetlands? Or why wild orchids grow on sites of ancient Indigenous camps? Or where cliff swallows nest? I’ve learned and experienced so much about how plants, animals, geology and history are intertwined during Wings walks and presentations. I can hardly wait for the 2023 Wings over the Rockies Nature Festival to find out what interesting gems I can learn and experience.

From May 8 to 14, Wings over the Rockies Nature Festival offers more than 100 events. It’s exciting, and maybe a bit overwhelming, to choose the walks, hikes, paddles, luncheon or evening presentations. Don’t worry – Wings can help!

On Thursday, March 30 at 10 a.m., a preview of the event schedule for Wings over the Rockies 2023 at www. wingsovertherockies.org. Find the events that interest you and be ready to purchase tickets online Tuesday, April 11 at 10 a.m. As experienced Wings participants have learned, many events sell out the first day.

For more than 25 years, Wings over the Rockies Nature Festival has introduced, informed and educated thousands of people who are interested in nature… but Wings also celebrates nature. This year’s celebration is a spring soirée – a casual reception at the Columbia Valley Centre. Guests will be able to mingle and share Wings experiences while enjoying finger food and a drink from the cash bar. To add to the ambiance, there will be a continuous slide show of festival highlights, a Columbia Valley Arts-sponsored display of nature-inspired local art, and live music by Kevin Olson.

After mixing and mingling, guests have another wonderful opportunity to learn more about wildlife and landscapes with keynote speaker, Dr. Dale Leckie. A na-

Request For Proposal

Edgewater Recreation Society is requesting quotes for an automated sprinkler/irrigation system for Wittman Field’s Outfield, which has 3294 sq. meters of coverage.

Contractors should have experience in designing and installing sports field irrigation systems. Proposals should include technical and pricing details, project schedule, warranty, and references.

Edgewater Recreation Society is currently in the grant application process to fund this project, therefore contractors should understand that rewarding of any contract is dependent on successful grant application.

To view the site, please call 1(204) 740-0875

Please submit your proposal by

Friday, April 14 to:

Edgewater Recreation Society

PO Box 114, Edgewater, BC V0A1E0

Séan McCann

Sunday, May 14th

Sierra Franklin Clinical Hypnotherapist & Professional Hypnotist

Notice Of Application

Notice of Application to the Comptroller of Water Rights Under the Water Utility Act and The Utilities Commission Act

Notice is hereby given by Fairmont Hot Springs Utilities Ltd. that an application has been made to the Comptroller of Water Rights for a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity for the proposed construction and operation of a waterworks distribution system to serve the following land:

Civic Address: Fairway Drive

Legal Description: Lot 3, District Lot 4596, Kootenay District Plan 20033

Parcel ID: 017-935-911

Any person wishing further information in connection with this application should apply directly to

Fairmont Hot Spring Utilities Ltd.

5225 Fairmont Hot Springs Road, Fairmont Hot Springs, B.C. V0B 1L1

Any objections to this application are to be forwarded to the Secretary to the Comptroller of Water Rights, Ministry of Forests, Lands & Natural Resource Operations, PO Box 9340 Stn Prov Govt, Victoria BC V8W 9M1, (chris.mcmillan@gov. bc.ca) and should be received on or before:

May 1st, 2023

Fairmont Hot Springs Utilities Ltd.