Fernie Fix May 2019

MAY 2019 | ISSUE 149

THE This issue’s Special Feature looks at the Fernie Valley Pathway project

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Feature Resident Rod Timm on 30 years of coaching FAST and how it has evolved

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Feature Artist Drew Hampson discusses the evolution of D.I.Y or DIE Supply Co.

Dr. Taina Turcasso on the role community plays in our health and wellbeing

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Welcome Jolanda and Lauren to the CENTURY 21 team!

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Jolanda Bjorkman

Lauren Gervais

SALES REPRESENTATIVE & PROPERTY MANAGER

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250-946-6758 lauren@c21fernie.ca

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EDITOR’S FIX | 5 COMMUNITY ISSUE SPECIAL FEATURE | 7 Fernie Valley Pathway by Jesse Bell

BUSINESS IN THE VALLEY | 8 Business News/New Business

ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT | 12 Feature Artist – Drew Hampson ArtBeat - A Close-knit Community

by Michael Hepher At Peace and Yet On Fire – Home by The Fernie Academy Grade 12 Class and Sadie Rosgen Rental Fix – Green Book by Andrew Vallance

COMMUNITY AND EVENTS | 20 Feature Resident – Rod Timm

by Krista Turcasso

City Corner with Ange Qualizza – Diversity and Decision Making Planning Ahead - Community is Not For Sale by Kerri Wall Family Stoke – Shoulder Season

by Shelby Cain

RECREATION AND OUTDOOR LIFE | 31 Hitting the Trails - How Trails Build Community by Julie Kelly, FTA Elements of Movement – Ready, Set, Sweat with Maddy Alaric Indoor Fix – Finding Your Fitness Tribe

by Sarah-Beth Plishka

HEALTH AND LIFESTYLE | 36 Family Wellness with Dr. Taina Turcasso ND, RM - It Takes A Village Take Five by Crys Stewart – Spiced Up Beer Can Chicken

THE COMMUNITY ISSUE

Fashion For Everyone – Springing Back to the ‘90s

by Emma Polit

BITS AND BYTES | 42 The Answer Guy – Two Factor Authentication by Kevin McIsaac Astrology – May 2019 by Ashley Kristina

FERNIE FUN | 46 Fix Trivia COVER: Evening bonfire with the family.

Photo by Matt Kuhn, mkuhnphoto.com THIS PAGE: Fernie Yarn Bomb. Photo by Quentin Randall, quentinrandall.com

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EDITOR’S FIX

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rowing up, I loved the freedom of playing in our neighbourhood. We felt safe to explore and adventure, and so did our parents as they created a larger family looking out for one another. Building forts, extensive games of Star Wars and Cops and Robbers, walks to and from school, bike rallies, river walks and swimming holes. Significant bonds were formed and memories made, rich with emotion and sentiment, still quick to surface. Feelings of warmth, of place and understanding.

To this day, these bonds remain. We may be scattered around the world, but we know the love and support is there. An email, a call or a trip away. And it provides comfort, a feeling of community.

CONTRIBUTORS ANDREW VALLANCE is a cinophile nerd who currently lives on the west coast. Girlfriendless, he spends his time going to movies, buying DVDs and flirting.

ANGE QUALIZZA is a nutty economist who has a passion for policy, governance and everything to do with municipal government! Let’s lift up the carpet and take a closer look inside City Hall.

ASHLEY KRISTINA has studied astrology for over twenty years and has been reading and teaching for the past five years.

In her perspective, astrology is a compass that makes sense. for an in depth natal chart reading, email mountainashastrology@gmail.com.

After a 35-years in publishing, CRYS STEWART enjoys road trips with her husband between Fernie and Ontario.

When not writing, taking photographs or riding shotgun, she’s sharing a glass of red with family and friends.

Raising a family here now, I find myself on the other side. We’re settling into our neighbourhood and new friendships are igniting. The girls are roaming the woods and heading ‘down to Marek’s.’ If someone can’t make the bus stop, a call is made and we’re there to meet the kids. Plans for walks to school and after-school play dates are in the works. It’s a beautiful and nostalgic thing, and we’re just at the beginning.

Taking a good look at Fernie, examples of these smaller-scale communities are everywhere, making up the whole. In schools, between businesses, through organizations and the many activities and recreational pastimes we take part in. They overlap and create a net with unparalleled strength. At Fernie’s heart is a community, a community every resident here is proud of

EMMA POLIT likes to wander the world, swim in the seas and ride in the mountains. You may also find her sipping margaritas and eating tacos.

JESSE BELL takes the time to learn about the Fernie Valley Pathway, and can’t wait to hop on her bike to ride the connector trail in the summer sun one day.

JULIE KELLY is the Manager for the Fernie Trails Alliance and loves spending time on the Fernie trails.

KERRI WALL specialises in group facilitation, mediation, parent coaching, and leadership training.

She welcomes inquiries at kerriwall. ca.

KEVIN MCISAAC haunts the coffee shops and streets of Fernie to find his column source material.

MADDY ALARIC is a lover of putting things down and picking them back up again, whether it be weights or her two year old daughter. She loves inspiring people through her classes at Soar Studios and looks forward to sharing this love through her column, “Elements of Movement.”

and works hard at. A community that lifts us up and cheers us on and supports when needed.

Comforting is an understatement - our community is our Fernie Family.

Krista Turcasso, Editor

FERNIE FIX | FERNIEFIX.COM Published monthly by Claris Media. To advertise and for general inquiries: info@clarismedia.com Box 1124, 361A 1st Ave. Fernie, BC V0B 1M0 p: 250-423-4062 www.clarismedia.com Editor | Krista Turcasso Creative Director | Vanessa Croome Associate Editor | Kevin McIsaac All content copyright Claris Media. The views expressed in this magazine are not necessarily the views of the publisher.

MICHAEL HEPHER is a painter, printmaker, sculptor and musician living and working in Fernie. His work is collected internationally and can be seen locally at Clawhammer Press and a variety of galleries and public spaces in Western Canada.

Every month SADIE ROSGEN teams up with some of Fernie’s brightest young writers collaborating on a given theme. If you are reading this and think that you are that person, drop her a line at sadiepumps@gmail.com.

SARAH-BETH PLISHKA, a certified personal trainer and fitness blogger, believes there isn’t just one cookie cutter way to stay fit and healthy. She loves showcasing unique ways to stay active on her Instagram @fitandnerd.

SHELBY CAIN has lived in the East Kootenays most of her life. She’s a full-time writer and musician in the roots band, Wild Honey. Shelby’s first novel, Mountain Girl, is available at a book store near you. Her second novel? Any day now…

DR. TAINA TURCASSO is a naturopathic doctor and midwife practicing in Calgary, Alberta. She spends most of her time catching babies, and is inching her way back to Fernie.

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ACHIEVING STRONG ENVIRONMENTAL PERFORMANCE

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COMMUNITY ISSUE SPECIAL FEATURE

Fernie Valley Pathway

by JESSE BELL

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ernie is an active community with active people. Bike trails for the mellow wanderer, single-track for the extreme downhiller. Even in winter, our elaborate trail system weaves between neighbourhoods and through beautiful parks around town. We are a lucky bunch, to live in such a beautiful place, where the preferred mode of transportation is with our feet.

There is still room to grow, though, when it comes to trails. Fortunately, this growth comes in the form of the Fernie Valley Pathway (FVP).

The FVP is proposed as a paved multi-use pathway intended to connect the City of Fernie (COF) to the community at Fernie Alpine Resort (FAR), and all those inbetween—a 7-kilometre trail running the Elk River valley, crossing the Lizard Creek Bridge, and meandering up to the ski hill.

It is a commuter connectivity pathway and holds many purposes: improving health, promoting education, connecting the community, and creating new business opportunities. Most importantly, though, the FVP’s focus is on accessibility.

Intended for use by various commuters and pedestrians, the pathway will accommodate people riding bikes, walking on foot, and users of mobility aids. It will include kilometre markers and interpretive signage with easy access points, and is sure to transform into a well-used—and even more well-loved—route from here to there and back again.

The project, orchestrated by a committee of the Fernie Trails Alliance (FTA), has many partners including the COF, the Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK), and the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure. Other supporters include the Fernie Snow Valley Community Association, and the Resort of the Canadian Rockies,

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along with a growing list of individuals, community organizations, and local businesses.

A trail connecting the COF to FAR is no new idea, beginning when volunteers originally created the Centennial Trail back in 2004. Previous committees, of whom members included the COF and the RDEK planners ensured the Centennial Trail became a part of Fernie’s Official Community Plan (OCP) and as such the idea to expand it was ignited once more.

The objective of the Centennial Trail project was revived in 2016, followed by the proposed FVP. The committee—with Jason Sinclair and Terry Nelson as Co-Chairs— is passionate about safe connectivity, recognizing that what’s been missing between communities of Fernie is a direct link that does not involve a busy highway.

With many residents from all areas of Fernie on the committee, the pathway promises to benefit everyone from east to west.

The committee is currently in the planning and engineering stages. “This phase is all about looking at the potential challenges, constraints and stakeholder considerations, and then coming up with the most cost-

effective and beneficial solutions,” said Jason.

The exact pathway alignment is not yet set in stone, and an engineering study will determine the most preferred, and most feasible, route.

Events like the annual Powder, Pedal, Paddle will be positively influenced by such a pathway, along with the countless other connections to be made between the COF and FAR. To have a safe, accessible, and paved pathway suitable for walkers, rollerbladers, bikers, chariots and strollers, wheelchair users and runners is the best kind of trail Fernie residents and visitors can hope for.

Indeed, the FVP will open up adaptive movement for anyone who craves the wind in their hair, the sunshine on their face.

For more information, visit the FTA’s website at fernietrailsalliance.com and go to the Fernie Valley Pathway section. For questions email fernievalleypathway@gmail. com. Look to Fernie Brewing Co. this summer, who will donate proceeds from their “Cheers to Charity” donation program to fundraise for the Fernie Valley Pathway.

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Business in the Valley

BUSINESS NEWS

Century 21 Mountain Lifestyles 362B 2nd Ave C21Fernie.ca

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ENTURY 21 Mountain Lifestyles is excited to welcome two experienced Fernie realtors to their team. Jolanda Bjorkman and Lauren Gervais look forward to serving both current and future clients under the CENTURY 21® name.

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With a “client first” attitude and a focus on providing expert advice and guidance in the market, CENTURY 21® is a great option when it comes to your real estate needs. They invite you to stop by their boutique-style office in downtown Fernie, where you will feel relaxed and confident that your best interests are being looked after.

“We are proud to offer Property Management services to further assist homeowners protect and maximize their investments.” The CENTURY 21® brand is widely recognised around the world, so whether you are buying, selling or renting, CENTURY 21 Mountain Lifestyles and the power of the CENTURY 21® brand will help make your real estate dreams go from someday to now!

Fernie & District Arts Council 601 1st Ave 250-423-4842

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n April, Arts BC came to Fernie to present the Fernie Cultural Forum at The Arts Station, in collaboration with the Fernie & District Arts Council. Facilitator, Patricia Huntsman shared her vast knowledge of cultural planning V. CROOME IMAGE and the cultural sector with a range of stakeholders including City of Fernie, Fernie Heritage Society, Tourism Fernie, Fernie Heritage Library, artists and other local arts groups. It was great to see so many community representatives wanting to learn more about Cultural Planning and how to successfully make that happen.

By working together on a cultural vision in Fernie, the Fernie & District Arts Council hopes we can support and enhance the already vibrant cultural scene. Look out for upcoming Cultural Round Tables to continue the conversation on culture, including the Arts in Fernie.

East Kootenay Hypnobirthing 250-430-1303 eastkootenayhypnobirthing@gmail.com

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reparing for the journey into parenthood can be a time of excitement and joy for some, and for others of anxiety and uncertainty.

Often our society equates labour and birth with fear and pain and that a pregnant person should be fearful of the birthing process. But what if there was another way?

HypnoBirthing, the Mongan Method® is a childbirth education course focused on developing the mind-body connection through six areas: education, relaxation, breathing, affirmations, guided imagery, and self-hypnosis. This May and August, Sally Bevand CD(DONA) is offering this course in Fernie, allowing a birthing person and their partner to release fearful thoughts, learn about the mechanisms involved in birth, and why labour is perceived as painful. They also learn a range of techniques to help prepare for and use during labour to change the sensations of birth, guide the body’s birthing muscles and mind towards a calm, gentle birth.

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BUSINESS NEWS

ET Hair Salon 462 2nd Ave 250-423-4813

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onique and the team at ET Hair Studio would like to welcome two new stylists!

Justina Paulhus is no stranger to the hairstyling industry. She has seven years experience, offering a wide range of services including men’s and women’s cuts, colours, and extensions.

Justina graduated from the College of the Rockies Hairstyling Program in 2012 at 17 years old. She has a passion for helping people feel good about themselves and is also a Fernie local excited to reconnect with previous clients as well as new.

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SUBMITTED PHOTO Rachel Harry moved to Edmonton, AB to attend Eveline Charles Academy after JUSTINA (TOP) AND RACHEL graduating from FSS and has since taken JENNIFER STOKE PHOTOS courses on cutting, colouring and extensions as she is passionate about being up-to-date on styles and trends. Rachel is certified in ear and nose piercings and does facial waxing.

Both Justina and Rachel are excited to begin a new chapter at ET. Call 250-423-4813 to make an appointment today.

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re you looking for a long-term position with a notable Fernie business? Mugshots is a popular space for residents and visitors to enjoy coffee, breakfast, lunch and snacks.

Bustling with activity and life, it is one of Fernie’s community hubs. Currently, this establishment is seeking qualified and interested individuals to fill the following positions: Part Time Barista/Server Full Time Prep/Opening Staff Full Time Breakfast and Lunch Cook Drop on by to apply in person between 10am and 4pm, or email shauntelle_ mugshots@live.com.

ovement. Free Play. Fitness. Social Interaction. Fun. Fernie Kindergym is celebrating its 35th Anniversary!

Originally founded by Joan Delich in 1984, Kindergym is a not-for-profit organization that has provided a consistent and safe place for children aged 0-5 to run, jump, climb and interact for 35 years regardless of the weather. Last year alone there were over 2000 visits to Kindergym.

Kindergym is hosting a FREE anniversary party on Friday, May 31 from 10am to 1pm on the City Hall grounds. There will be bouncy castles, bubbles, beach balls, cookie decorating and a cash BBQ. Come out and help them celebrate! All ages welcome.

Thunder Meadows Health and Wellness 632 2nd Ave thundermeadowshealth.ca

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hunder Meadows is excited to introduce another Massage Therapist to its team.

Jorin has been practicing massage therapy for five years, after graduating as an RMT in 2013. She has been diversifying her skillset to better understand the body and to create rejuvenating treatments of both therapeutic and relaxing techniques, to ultimately restore balance, both of the body and mind. Jorin incorporates myofascial release, muscle energy technique, passive stretching, trigger point therapy and craniosacral techniques into a traditional Swedish massage, to effectively treat each unique individual. Jorin is thrilled to work with the compassionate and knowledgeable team at Thunder Meadows and is excited to be of service to the incredible communities of the Elk Valley and all of their visitors.

For more information or to book online please visit their website.

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eak Design house is a modern interior design company focusing on quality, full-scale transformations. Their services range from full remodels to new build design as well as styling and staging.

Interior designer and SUBMITTED PHOTO owner, Jessica Lowes, is excited to make the move from Squamish and is really looking forward to being part of the Fernie community. She has a passion for sustainable design and a love of small towns.

now carrying milkshake products 462 2nd Ave., Downtown Fernie 250-423-4813

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Ramp Up

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magine a community that is inclusive, meaning people of varying abilities are able to access and experience a community with no limitations. Those with disabilities, seniors with walkers, mothers with strollers, are able to access any business because where there once was a step there now is a portable ramp.

Inclusion is one ramp closer thanks to a new initiative called Ramp Up. A group of determined Elk Valley locals have come together with a goal to make the Fernie downtown core completely inclusive, but they need your help! In order to reach their goal this summer, they need donations of supplies, support from local businesses, and anyone who is willing to lend a hand.

To learn more about Ramp Up and find out how you can get involved, email rampup2019@gmail.com.

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Arts and Entertainment

FEATURE ARTIST

Drew Hampson If we went back to the beginning, the setting would be at a bonfire on May long weekend in 2014 where the first spark of D.I.Y or DIE Supply Co. was created. The conversation would consist of ridiculous ideas and clever endeavours to bring future success. Our boose-fuelled chat eventually shaping our idea into reality. Little did we know, but for Josh Llyod and myself, things would soon take shape into something that would begin to consume our lives. Something called D.I.Y or DIE Supply Company.

Our first opportunity taking our side hustle to the public was the Fernie Craft Fair. Less than two weeks into starting up, we applied. Another vendor luckily dropped out, creating a last minute spot for us. Unprepared and underslept we attended the fair and the rest was as they say “history.” We hit every local market and fair we could after that. Josh behind the wheel of his van, myself with boxes crammed to the roof.

Producing anything we could in between show times, printing and drawing feverishly. We used to stage full living room setups at our outdoor

markets, we’re talking couch, carpet, table, lamps and art to create a cozy little backdrop for customers. We truly had no idea what we were doing, but we never second-guessed ourselves.

That’s what helped our artistic journey the most and we didn’t even know it. In 2015 we went from Fair and Markets to Tattoo and Art conventions.

We shifted our focus to find our demographic.

In the last year, we’ve honed in on our online presence, drawing in growth to our website and social media.

Creativity lives in many formats. That was my initial reaction upon securing employment with Giv’Er Shirt Works (GSW). Hired on in the production department, around the same time Josh and I became friends. We began creating art together on a daily basis, and I began to learn all the creative possibilities of Screen-Printing.

We were blessed with the trust of my employers to create our products under their roof, and we began production. Our family evolved soon after that by bringing our longtime friend Murray Brokenshire on board. He reached out to

us early on, submitting designs, and being a huge drive to our brand on the East Coast. Our friends Lazy Davis Flutz, Kent King and Liam Monahan have all since been involved with our growth, playing significant roles in our journey. Including working with our photographer friends Oliver Gosselin and Bobby Harrison.

Collective in Calgary May 24-26. Attending this event will be a first for us. Beyond these next steps, you can find us releasing collections through the summer, working on collaborations and getting our products in retail stores. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to see everything we have worked so hard to create.

What’s next for us is our new clothing collection dropping this May. Deemed The CHI CHI Collection these new designs and products will be dropped exclusively at the upcoming Market

For more information on Drew and his self proclaimed community of “artists, weirdos, creeps and crooks” visit diyordiesupplycompany.com.

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Arts and Entertainment

ARTBEAT

A Close-knit Community

by MICHAEL HEPHER

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n June of 2016, world-class banjo makers and Juno award-winning musicians Pharis & Jason Romero woke up to the sound of their lives going up in flames—literally. What they discovered on that terrible morning as their studio burned to the ground, is that their most valuable skill had nothing to do with banjos: it was their gift for building community.

When the ash settled, their insurance didn’t cover the replacement cost of the building. Fortunately, their hometown took that opportunity to pour community equity back into their lives. As they started from scratch with a new building, people spontaneously showed up—with food, support, time and expertise. In less than a year, with the help of those surrounding them, they were back building banjos again.

Like the Romeros’ small-town home of Horsefly, BC, we have found ourselves drawn to Fernie for a myriad of reasons, but why have we all decided to stay?

The answer to that question lies under the surface of our community. By living shoulder to shoulder in this little town we’ve agreed that despite all of our surface differences, we share enough overlapping values to make a functional whole—we operate (more or less) as an organic entity.

There is no question we have our struggles, but moving together we limp (mostly) forward with the knowledge that as a group we are stronger than we would be alone.

It’s when the tests come along that the true strength of our community is revealed.

More than a century ago the two fires exposed a hardy people, committed to rebuilding—twice. More recently, three serious industrial accidents have shown that

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we still have that same mettle: we care, and we know how to lift each other up.

When I had to move Clawhammer Press from our first location, it was a daunting task. A regular customer, Dan came by one afternoon, saw the terror in my eyes, and said, “How can I help?” He came back every afternoon for ten straight days to help me sort and pack and haul.

I didn’t know Dan very well before that, but I would have been lost without his help. With a simple action, Dan earned my eternal gratitude (and nice bottle of Scotch). As a bonus, I gained a friend.

These small stories and acts of personal involvement are the needles that draw the invisible thread of connection through us.

When these connecting threads become dense enough they become the fabric that holds us together.

As an artist, I’m not particularly fond of following the pack or working within the system, but I love being part of a community. A healthy community is a flexible fabric that operates more like a bouncy castle than a fishing net. Its forgiving nature allows for all kinds of people to be themselves, to move laterally,

I’m not saying you should stop paying your insurance bills—that action gives us peace of mind. The goal is to weave our community safety net tighter, patch the holes, and make sure there is no one falling through.

For Pharis and Jason, there were many dark days on their journey. Having a community did not make it easy for the Romeros to rebuild, what a community did was make it possible. Our simple actions can have concrete and deep-reaching effects on our neighbours. I hope we don’t have to test the safety net very often but we can all help push the strands through the fabric until a beautiful tapestry is revealed.

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and to thrive. In Fernie, I have found a supportive, encouraging group of makers, business people, and art lovers that remain a lifeline to me since the Clawhammer Family skidded to a stop here eight years ago with a trailer full of printing presses.

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THE FERNIE ACADEMY GRADE 12 CLASS and SADIE ROSGEN

As the fresh pow caresses the curves of the Lizard range, I am in the mountains!

Adventure: lives here Freedom: lives here Opportunity: lives here DREAMS shooting stars late at night by the firelight children making families family making generations‌ not one ignorant local?

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by THE FERNIE ACADEMY GRADE 12 CLASS and SADIE ROSGEN

Griz at the top, see ya at the bottom

s spring shines in, I have been awarded the great honour of Poet Laureate by the Fernie Academy for poetry month. I value this title beyond measure as I recognize that simply by doing what I love, I am accepted, I am recognized, and I am valued by my community.

Never before have I felt more connected to the place where I live and thrive. As part of my tenure as poet laureate, I was tasked to write with all thirteen grade levels at TFA. A task that was curious and wonderful. I started with the graduating grade twelve class. As I collaborated with Dylan, Jakob, Tomaz, Alim, Dorothea, Mac, Nathan, Mack, Presley, Kieran, Emma, Malia, Aden, Ben, Nikolas, Chalize, and Alysha, I was reminded of how exciting and daunting it felt during that last year before my life began again.Together, we created a piece that puts the very question of home at the forefront of our creative imaginations. I am wishing you all the very best in your search for home‌

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Arts and Entertainment

Green Book

by ANDREW VALLANCE

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ictor Hugo Green was a New York postal worker and civic leader who wrote what became known as The Negro Motorist Green Book, and later, The Negro Travellers’ Green Book, a travel guide for African Americans in the United States. It became popular at a time when Jim Crow laws and racial segregation limited their choices of accommodation, restaurants and even gas stations in many places, including outside the American South. It reviewed hotels and restaurants that were willing to do business with African Americans.

15,000 copies were published every year from 1936 until 1966, six years after Green’s death.

Green Book is a 2018 American biographical comedy-drama directed

by Peter Farrelly. Set in 1962, the film is inspired by the true story of a tour of the Deep South by Jamaican–American classical and jazz pianist Don Shirley and Italian-American bouncer Tony Vallelonga, Shirley’s driver and bodyguard. Starring in the roles are Mahershala Ali (Don Shirley), and Viggo Mortensen (Vallelonga).

The film was written by Farrelly, Brian Hayes Currie and Vallelonga’s son, Nick, and is based on interviews with Tony Vallelonga and Shirley, as well as letters written by Tony to his wife. The film is named after The Negro Motorist Green Book and seems to give a reasonable account of the difficulties encountered by African Americans travelling in America at the time.

Green Book had its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival in September 2018, where it won the People’s Choice Award. It was then theatrically released in the United States in November 2018 by Universal Pictures and has since grossed over $191 million worldwide. The film received positive reviews from critics, with Mortensen’s and Ali’s performances

being lauded, although it drew some criticism for perceived historical inaccuracies.

This is a decent film, but I don’t see why it was chosen as Best Picture at the 2019 Academy Awards. As the title suggests, it is presented partially as a movie about the black experience, but everything in the film, including racist incidents, is filtered through the experiences of Vallelonga. It is to a large extent his story, mainly because the story was written by his son and based upon Vallelonga’s recollections. Shirley, a musical prodigy who was trained in the Soviet Union, becomes, unfortunately, very much a secondary character. I sincerely wish that this was not the case.

The film may be flawed, but it is saved by the extraordinary work of Viggo Mortenson and Mahershala Ali. Mortenson, probably best known for his performances in films like The Road, History of Violence and, of course, the successful Lord of the Rings Trilogy, is believable as Tony, a low-

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level mobster, trying to live a moral life while surrounded by violence and racism.

One of the funniest lines in the movie is when he states that his experience as a night club bouncer was “work in public relations.”

Mahershala Ali is also an amazingly versatile actor. He has acted in productions ranging from the Net Flix series Luke Cage to serious dramas such as Moonlight.

He gives a wonderful performance as Don Shirley portraying him as a brilliant, tortured, but ultimately kind-hearted man.

Green Book may be loaded with clichés. It may have played fast and loose with history, but I still enjoyed it. However, if you want to see a film that truly examines the uglier side of American racism, check out The Hate You Give.

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FEATURE RESIDENT

Rod Timm

by KRISTA TURCASSO

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his year, we registered our eldest in FAST. It was a tough decision - she had just started kindergarten and we were worried an additional full day on the slopes would be too much. Let me tell you, the first week was a bit of a shocker for her (and us) but as the season continued, we saw a smile on her face, a sense of pride, new friends being made and her becoming an even better little ripper… and her little sister too, as God forbid she be left behind.

We also became part of the FAST community, and created relationships with coaches, parents and athletes. This April we attended the FAST season-ender party. It was the most energetic event I have ever attended, and also an emotional evening as head coach Rod Timm was being honoured for his 30 years of coaching in Fernie. The love and appreciation for this man was palpable, and his passion for the sport so visible as he humbly received the recognition and award.

So, how did Rod end up coaching at such a young age and continue along this path for 30 years?

Rod grew up in Calgary, where he ‘did the whole Nancy Green thing’ starting when he was three years old. As the youngest of four, Rod was determined and had the passion and work ethic to keep on going.

“Work ethic trumps everything,” he tells me. “Someone who works hard, chips away at it.” When Rod decided to move on from racing (“I had the ethic and drive, but probably not enough talent”) he went straight into coaching. First at his club in Sunshine, and then in Edmonton as head coach. “I was 19.” He had the desire to move to BC, and heard that Fernie Snow Valley’s coach Nancy Jo was retiring, “so I came here!”

“In 1988, there were 16 kids,” he tells me. “A pretty small core group.” But into the 90’s, the club grew to 100, until

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1995 when it fell down to 30. “We didn’t know what was going on, that’s when the rebuilding started. We wanted to make ski racing look more fun, and to change the illusion that only wealthy kids could do it.

The programs had to match what people could afford, and we started to grow pretty steadily and the fun factor was there,” Rod says. Interestingly, the club started to feel as though they were losing their competitive edge… it was a balancing act! From this realisation, the Friends of FAST race series was born. This is a club series that includes three races throughout the season to expose kids to a race setting, designing a course set to a U12 level. “The little guys ski up to that level, and big guys have fun.”

This led to the club realising a better hill was needed to facilitate training and racing, and Emily’s was born. “We took a dozer and made it to what it is now.

Then we ran out of space, and partnered with the hill to build Spruce Lee for the U16 and FIS kids to race on.” The most recent investment is the water injection on course, which they are in stage one of.

“We had enough capacity to do one test at the Christmas Camps, and it works great.

We need four more tanks, and a system to collect water. We’re hoping to get this done this summer.” Water injection provides a consistent surface that is hard and grippy.

After focusing on the base of the program, and making sure everything is running well, attracting people to FAST, and ensuring team members, families and coaches are happy, Rod’s focus is turning to getting kids to a higher competitive level. “We’re constantly trying to change the coaching program, supporting a core group pushing for the BC Team is the big goal.” He also shares that they focus on the

younger kids, to ensure they “get down to them.” Overall, the organisation works towards being balanced and ensuring kids are following the team motto - “Top performance, on and off the slopes.”

Rod plans on continuing to coach with FAST. “Even when I’m not the program director, I’ll still coach,” he tells me, exemplifying his love and dedication for what he does and the community the organisation has built. “It’s easy coaching, because the kids want to be there.”

Mike Skippen when he gave me my interview. All he asked was if I had a Class 4 drivers license!

3. Do you remember your first general impression of Fernie?

I thought it was great, loved it right away.

4. What keeps you here?

Training the kids, but we love it here and it’s a great place to do everything we love to do.

A calm, cool morning, but still warm in the afternoon.

7. Where do you see or hope to see Fernie in five years?

I think, maybe just slightly better with some affordable housing for people to be here, definitely not crazy like Whistler. I hate seeing empty houses. Somehow we need to attract younger people here.

8. How do you start your day or what is one of your daily rituals?

5. Do you have a favourite Fernie memory or pastime?

Cup of coffee, then make sure the animals are fed.

1. When did you first arrive in the Valley and what brought you here?

We dirt bike as a family, that’s our pastime.

Raced cross country with Alec Cook for years. We do a lot of cross country riding, but mainly on our property.

9. Tell us something people might be surprised to learn about you.

1988 to coach FAST. Actually, it was Fernie Snow Valley Racers.

6. What time of the year do you love most in Fernie, and why?

2. Who did you first meet?

Well, I really love December to March, but my favourite month is September.

Temperature is amazing, with clear skies.

Congrats on a monumental career, Rod. We look forward to continuing to be a part of the community you have created, and to seeing what you do with the next 30 years.

Maybe that I have goldfish and I put them in a pond in summer and I really like them!

10. Quote to live by: To try hard.

Constantly telling kids that!

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Diversity and Decision Making

by ANGE QUALIZZA

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t is a good time to be a woman in politics right now, there are some fierce women finding their pace and authenticity in an environment that quite frankly can be brutally toxic. Their strength and leadership are not only making it better for the rest of us but are changing the narrative around parity.

The drive and commitment to achieve parity in politics is being supported by a number of great organizations including the Federations of Canadian Municipalities that reports women in Canada occupy 18% of mayor’s positions and 28% of councillors’ seats.

Sadly, if you search Jacinda Ardern right now, the majority of articles you will find discuss breastfeeding. As though breastfeeding had anything to do with her leadership. Her qualifications. Her political style. The juxtaposition of a young mother being in a position of leadership, we just can’t seem to get over that.

Until we had to. Fast forward to the worst act of terrorism New Zealand has ever faced, and while the world cried with outrage and vulnerability, Jacinda Ardern held herself with such composure and dignity that watching her interviews brings me to tears. They are tears of appreciation, and acknowledgement of something we haven’t seen in leadership in a very long time.

The media moved from the subject of breastfeeding to celebrating a Prime Minister who had the courage to announce gun reform laws, a Prime Minister who with a few well-crafted sentences condemned the usual response to terrorism. A Prime Minister who set the bar a little higher, and for that we all should be thankful.

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Diversity around the decision-making table lends to a stronger environment of decision making, and Fernie’s table at the moment is both diverse and energetic. That is why I was thrilled to see Yvonne Prest throw herself into an election while pregnant, and why this Council is even more pleased to welcome Yvonne and her son Lennox to the team.

Here is an exert from my conversation with Yvonne.

How does it feel to be a brand new mom on Council?

Last summer I was encouraged by three strong women and mothers in Fernie to run for council even though I would be six months pregnant at the time of campaigning. These women, yourself included, reminded me that being a mother is not a weakness but a strength and a natural progression. I feel empowered as a new mom on council, especially as I’ve received so much support from both staff, council and residents to bring Lennox to meetings and professional development

opportunities. Lennox loves a good board meeting and doesn’t mind being passed around either, which helps too!

How much meaning does it provide you for other women that might be considering a career in politics?

I hope that I can inspire other women to become involved in politics as I feel that we desperately need more gender diversity at the table. We are lucky in Fernie as we have a lot of incredibly talented female staff members and a female mayor, which aids in the chamber’s balance greatly.

If my story can show other women that local governments are supportive and inclusive of new mothers, then I feel it will be a huge step forward for BC municipalities as mothers bring unique and significant issues to the forefront of local government. The voices of mothers deserve to be heard at the table.Voices inspired to create equitable opportunities for future generations to come.

In the end, I think that all parents need to genuinely be themselves and follow their

dreams if nothing else than to inspire their children to one day do the same.

Any political heroes of yours that made you feel excited to take this role on?

Absolutely! I have always aspired to have the strength and intelligence of Elizabeth May who became a single mother early on in her life and political career. Her daughter can be seen as an infant in courtrooms and present at activist campaigns and political events by her mother’s side. Today as an adult, Cate May Burton works in politics as well.

And obviously, New Zealand’s Prime Minister, Jacinda Ardern is paving the way to empower young women and mothers to become politically involved for she had a baby just months after being elected. I appreciated her comment that “There will be a time when giving birth as a world leader won’t be worthy of comment.” I, too, look forward to that day. *I couldn’t agree more Yvonne.

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WEDNESDAY 1.5. 2019 Core Challenge Begins @ Essential Yoga Studio

FRIDAY 10.5.2019 Blue Tansy Live @ The Loaf, 6pm

TUESDAY 28.5.2019 Cooking Class @ Infintiea, 6pm

FRIDAY 3.5.2019 - SUNDAY 5.5.2019 Spring Yoga Retreat @ Elk View Lodge, four yoga sessions, accommodation and meals.

FRIDAY 3.5.2019 Club Cre8 @ The Arts Station, 9am Fernie Friends of Opera Screening: Le Nozze Di Figaro @ The Arts Station, 7pm Rick Miller Live @ The Loaf, 6pm Busy Patterns @ The Royal, 9pm

TUESDAY 14.5.2019 Ladies Opening @ Fernie Golf Club

WEDNESDAY 29.5.2019 Ride with Librarians @ Fernie Heritage Library Focused Wheel Throwing @ The Arts Station, 6pm

SATURDAY 4.5.2019 Cultural Saturdays: Lean to Sew @ The Arts Station, 9am Spring Craft Fair @ Community Centre, 10am-3pm Donuts With Dad @ Fernie Heritage Library, 2-3:30pm Get Your Boots Out - Fernie Hiking Book Spring Launch with Terry Nelson @ Gear Hub, 10am - 2pm

SUNDAY 12.5.2019 Mother’s Day Brunch @ Park Place Lodge WEDNESDAY 15.5.2019 Intro to Hand Building Pottery Workshop @ The Arts Station, 6:30pm THURSDAY 16.5.2019 Baby Block Party @ Fernie Heritage Library, 11am for babies 0-18 months and caregivers.

Senior’s Opening @ Fernie Golf Club FRIDAY 17.5.2019 Club Cre8 @ The Arts Station, 9am Naena Robinson Live @ The Loaf Meers Music @ Infinitea, 8pm Carter and the Capitals @ The Northern, 9pm

SUNDAY 5.5.2019 Day of Decadence @ Fernie Senior Citizens Drop-in Centre, 1-4pm

SATURDAY 18.5.2019 - 20.5.2019 Running Weekend and Film Festival @ Stag Leap Running Co.

MONDAY 6.5.2019 Focused Wheel Throwing @ The Arts Station, 6pm

SATURDAY 18.5.2019 Rocky Mountain Demo Day @ Gear Hub Sports FMBC Trail Razr @ Fernie Community Centre, Bikefernie.ca Blackwood Kings @ The Northern, 9pm

TUESDAY 7.5.2019 Opening Day @ Fernie Golf Club Homebrew Class @ Infinitea, 7pm Beginner Paint Date with Sue Hanlon @ The Arts Station, 7pm Watercolour Workshop @ Fernie Arts Station, 4-6pm for kids age 6-12. Free drop-in class!

WEDNESDAY 8.5.2019 Walkie Talkie Book Club @ Fernie Heritage Library, 10am Elk Valley Hospice AGM @ Park Place Lodge, 6pm Intro to Hand Building Pottery Workshop @ The Arts Station, 6:30pm Yoga for Office Professionals @ Soar Studios, four week series.

THURSDAY 9.5.2019 Spring Tea @ Isabella Dicken Elementary School.

Two Seatings: 11am to 12:30pm and 1pm to 2:30pm.

An annual fundraising event at IDES put on by the Grade 6 graduating students!

Ping Demo Day @ Fernie Golf Club Fernie Poker Tourney @ The Fernie Legion, 6:30pm Baby Goose Fernie @ Fernie Women’s Resource Centre, 1:30pm for parents/caregivers of babies 0-18 months Write it Down - Creative Writing Circle @ Fernie Heritage Library, 6:30pm Dennis Couwman Live @ Infinitea, 8pm

TUESDAY 21.5.2019 Water Colour Workshop @ The Arts Station, 4pm for ages 18 and older.

Cobra Demo Day @ Fernie Golf Club WEDNESDAY 22.5.2019 Focused Wheel Throwing @ The Arts Station, 6pm Men’s Opening @ Fernie Golf Club THURSDAY 23.5.2019 Christian Howse - The Letters Tour @ Infinitea, 8pm FRIDAY 24.5.2019 Live Music @ Loaf, 6pm SATURDAY 25.5.2019 Community Yard Sale @ Fernie, 9am - 1pm Spring Bike Blitz @ Station Square. BBQ Social, bike swap, kid’s bike event and more. Bikefernie.ca Cultural Saturdays - Knitting 101 @ The Arts Station, 1pm Mom Guilt/Dad Guilt - variety show @ The Arts Station, 7:30pm Karaoke @ The Fernie Legion, 8pm SUNDAY 26.5.2019 Fernie BBQ Challenge @ Station Square, 2-6pm

THURSDAY 30.5.2019 Exhibit Opening: Images with a Twist by David Pants @ The Arts Station, 7pm Booked! Fernie Writers’ Series: Marina Endicott @ Fernie Heritage Library, 7pm FRIDAY 31.5.2019 Club Cre8 @ The Arts Station, 9am Mountain Voices - Three Choirs Singing Together @ United Church, 7pm.

Scott J. Brown Live @ The Loaf, 6pm Tea and Talk Book Club: Moonglow by Michael Chabon @ Fernie Heritage Library, 1:30pm Kindergym 35th Anniversary Party @ City Hall grounds, 10am-1pm.

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The Trail Razr IV - May 18 A fun filled evening of dinner, live and silent auction, games, door prizes and more. All raised monies go directly to the Fernie Trails Alliance to build and maintain your trail infrastructure.

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Bike Blitz - May 25 The 2019 BIKE BLITZ has been re-imagined to feature group rides, music, a BBQ, memberships, merchandise and a thrilling FMBC AGM. Come down to Station Square May 25, 2019 and support your friendly neighbourhood bike club. Ride on!

Rotary BBQ Challenge - May 26 The 2019 Rotary BBQ Challenge is the Taste of Fernie BBQ Challenge resurrected and given a purpose. Food, fun, and friends gathered around grills, eating and raising funds to support community and international service. It’s rare that community giving tastes this good.

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May 2019 WEEKLY EVENTS

DINING, NIGHTLIFE and SPECIALS MONDAYS Gourmet Pizza Night @ Boston Pizza Pool Tourney Mondays @ The Pub Lasagna Specials @ Elk Valley Pizza Shoppe Wing Night @ The Fernie Hotel $8 Meals @ Infinitea Ladies Night @ The Northern Local Jam Night @ The Kodiak Lounge Monday Mayhem with Goffles @ The Royal Store and Tasting Room Open @ Fernie Brewing Company Happy Hour @ Loaf, 3-5pm Pizza and Beer Specials Pizza Specials @ Fernie Pizza and Pasta Kick Off the Week Americano Specials @ Freshies TUESDAYS Pasta Night @ Boston Pizza Wing Night @ The Pub Bar & Grill Pizza Night @ Elk Valley Pizza Shoppe Beer, Burger and Bingo Night @ The Northern Cheap Night @ The Vogue Theatre Karaoke @ The Royal Curry Night @ The Fernie Hotel Store and Tasting Room Open @ Fernie Brewing Company Happy Hour @ Loaf, 3-5pm Pizza and Beer Specials Toonie Tuesdays @ Freshies Pizza Specials @ Fernie Pizza and Pasta WEDNESDAYS 1/2 Off Wings @ Boston Pizza Wine Evenings @ The Brickhouse

OUTDOOR & FAMILY MONDAYS Dominoes, Duplicate and Mahjong @ The Seniors Drop in Centre Pickleball @ Fernie Community Centre Indoor Walking @ The Community Centre Ladies Only @ Fernie Old School Boxing Parent Tot Funtimes @ Fernie Family Centre Public Swimming @ The Aquatic Centre Drop-In @ Elk Valley Gymnastics, 11-12pm for ages 0-4 Strong Start @ IDES, 9-12pm for ages 3-5.

After School Program: Board Games @ Trinity Lodge, 3:30-4:30pm TUESDAYS Crib/Whist, Chess and Drop In @ Seniors Drop in Centre Storytime Ages 3-5 @ Heritage Library Ladies Archery @ The Elks Hall Junior Boxing @ Fernie Old School Boxing Club Indoor Walking Program @ Fernie Community Centre Open Climbing @ Evolution English Conversation Cafe @ CBAL Office Drop in Climbing @ College of the Rockies Fernie Community Choir @ The Fernie Arts Station Free Guided Meditation @ Soar Studios Public Swimming @ The Aquatic Centre Teens Drop in @ Elk Valley Gymnastics,7:45-8:45pm Strong Start @ IDES, 9-12pm for ages 3-5.

Kindness Committee @ Fernie Heritage Library, 3:45-4:45 KinderGym @ Fernie Family Centre, 10-11am After School Program: Stop Motion Animation @ Fernie Heritage Library, 3:45-4:45pm Snowshoe and Dine @ Fernie Alpine Resort

All Day Happy Hour @ The Fernie Hotel Wing Night @ The Northern Wax On Wednesday @ 901 Spa Store and Tasting Room Open @ Fernie Brewing Company Zak’s Jam Night @ The Royal Half Price Ice Bar @ Lizard Creek Lodge Ice Bar Happy Hour @ Loaf, 3-5pm Pizza and Beer Specials Coffee With a Friend @ Freshies, two for one coffee Wine and Beer Specials @ Sushi Wood Taro Readings from 7pm @ Infinitea Featured Burgers @ The Pub and Bistro Restaurant Wine and Beer Specials @ Sushi Wood

Fish & Chip Night @ The Pub Live Music @ Loaf, 6-9pm Happy Hour @ Loaf, 3-5pm Pizza and Beer Specials Live Music @ Infinitea Prime Rib Night @ The Old Elevator Chinese Restaurant

THURSDAYS Buy Two Appies, Third for Free @ Boston Pizza Jam Night @ The Brickhouse Featured Pub Burgers @ Max Restaurant & The Pub Bar & Grill Burger and Beer Special @ The Fernie Medium Pizza Special @ Elk Valley Pizza Store and Tasting Room Open @ Fernie Brewing Company Pub Team Trivia @ The Pub Bar & Grill Thirsty Thursdays @ Kodiak Lounge Happy Hour @ Loaf, 3-5pm Pizza and Beer Specials Create Your Signature Mocha @ Freshies Cocktail Specials @ Infinitea

Seniors Programming

SUNDAYS Kids Meal Specials @ Boston Pizza Caesars on Special @ The Brickhouse Mini Jugs and Caesars @ The Fernie Hotel Off the Grill Sundays and Caesar Specials @ The Pub Caesars Special @ The Bridge Bistro Happy Hour @ Loaf, 3-5pm Pizza and Beer Specials Dinner Buffet @ The Indian Kitchen Fernie, Stanford Inn 4-9:30pm

Early Bird Breakfasts @ Freshies

FRIDAYS Rib Night @ Boston Pizza Fish & Chips @ The Pub Bar & Grill Meat Draw and Members Draw @ The Fernie Hotel Winter Outdoor

SATURDAYS Kids Pool Party, BBQ and Movie Night @ Lizard Creek Lodge Meat Draw & Bar Quiz @ The Legion Coffee and Baileys Special @ The Bridge Bistro Pint Night with Overtime Beer Works @ Infinitea Rib Night @ The Pub Open Mic and Live Music @ Fernie Hotel Happy Hour @ Loaf, 3-5pm Pizza and Beer Specials Large Pizzas for the Price of a Medium @ Boston Pizza Early Bird Breakfasts @ Freshies Dragon Cod Fish Night @ The Old Elevator Chinese Restaurant

Roast Dinner Special @ Infinitea, 6-9pm

Kids Programming

WEDNESDAYS Crib, Gentle Exercise and Tai Chi @ Seniors Centre Adult Badminton @ The Community Centre AA Meetings @ The Anglican Church Basement Competitive Boxing @ Fernie Old School Boxing Club Toddlertime Ages 0-2 @ Fernie Heritage Library Indoor Walking Program @ Fernie Community Centre Open Climbing @ Evolution English Conversation Cafe @ CBAL office Celebrate Recovery @ Mountainside Church Knit Clique @ Fernie Heritage Library Drop-In @ Elk Valley Gymnastics, 11-12pm for ages 0-4 Public Swimming @ The Aquatic Centre Wine and Wheel @ The Arts Station Latin Vibes: Rhumba @ The Arts Station Lego Town @ The Library, ages 7+ 3:45-4:45pm Adults Drop in @ Elk Valley Gymnastics,7:30-9pm Strong Start @ IDES, 9-12pm for ages 3-5.

KinderGym @ Fernie Family Centre, 10-11am Cyber Seniors @ Fernie Heritage Library, 1:30 - 2:30pm Yoga @ Lizard Creek Lodge The Abstract Lion Visual Art Club @ The Arts Station, 3:45pm THURSDAYS Morning Yoga, Drop in, and Canasta/Cards @ Senior’s Centre Pickleball @ Fernie Community Centre RC Club @ Fernie Community Centre Community Basketball @ Fernie Secondary School Mixed Senior Recreational Boxing @ Fernie Old School Boxing Youth Archery @ The Elks Hall Bellies to Babies @ Fernie Women’s Centre Open Roller Skating @ Max Turyk Gym Indoor Walking Program @ Fernie Community Centre,

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Free Guided Meditation @ Soar Studios Public Swimming @ The Aquatic Centre Tech Petting Zoo @ The Library, ages 10+ Knit Clique @ The Library, 6:30pm Strong Start @ IDES, 9-12pm for ages 3-5.

Kid’s Cafe @ Mountainside Community Church, 9:3011:30am. Everyone welcome!

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PLANNING AHEAD

Community is Not For Sale

by KERRI WALL

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f I give you money will you give me the feeling that you have my back?

Could we exchange some cash to solidify our relationship?

How much does it cost to get a sense of belonging?

We live in a consumer society where almost everything required to meet our day-to-day needs must be purchased. We pay for food, housing, transportation, and more. Communications that aren’t faceto-face all cost money (mail, telephone, Internet). If I want to get stitches, get married, or get new furniture someone is going to get paid.

What ISN’T for sale? Friendship. Trust.

Joy. Emotional intimacy. We accurately refer to these as ‘priceless.’ They are the foundational elements of a meaningful life.

Everyone knows the questions at the top are ridiculous.

Yet many of us struggle to make the money go as far as the month, even in our idyllic Fernie. This was demonstrated in the housing needs assessment (2017) conducted by the City that showed families with a single parent were priced out of both the rental and real estate housing markets.

For young people growing up in tight economic conditions, increased incomes can make the difference between having lunch every day or not.

But we also know that money does not buy happiness.

In our city, just like in towns everywhere, a combination of both material and intangible things make for a healthy community of vibrant activities and engaged citizens. We need both the trust and the cash; the friendship and the income.

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Teenagers typically don’t have economic power. We are pretty used to the idea that adults have more money than teens.

Interestingly, we are also habituated to the idea that teens have more fun than adults.

Do adults need money more than they need fun? Is the opposite true for young people? Why do we accept such inequities?

Teenagers can be rich in creativity, curiosity, a sense of adventure, and the ability to connect with others. That’s some true wealth right there.Yet adults need these too. Have we forgotten how essential they are? And if you can’t afford to buy tampons or pay for a trip with your high school sports team that be indescribably painful. But many adults are oblivious to the economic hardships that some teens experience.

I remember when my son was one year old and excited about his ability to walk.

We would stroll down the street together on our way to the playground, and he felt completely free and powerful now that he was a biped – as if the whole world had been created just for him and he was going to explore every inch of it. Although he could move his body anywhere he wanted to go - and he truly did want to go everywhere - I had to keep re-directing him because his desire led him across each

lawn, into each yard, and up to each front door in the neighbourhood.

My curious boy was interested in every person, every dog, and every bicycle. Even though he was yet to understand the mental construct of ‘private property’, he was forming a concept of who was a part of his community. He had no bank account but it was clearly not required.

It’s important that we wrestle with the notion that all we need is love. And by ‘wrestle’ I don’t mean that we dismiss it outright as foolish or immature. It’s a wise idea that I have known in some moments to be the absolute truth, just like the Beatles and thousands of others. And just like my son when he had a sense of belonging and agency as he took charge of his toddler world. But there have been other moments when I needed a meal and my biology demanded I figure out how to get one when my wallet was empty.

If we romanticize the priceless must-haves of life and delegate them to the realm of youth, we do a disservice to residents of every age. Community is not for sale, but investing in community with your dollars can make a huge difference. And don’t forget to invest with your heart too.

Because we need our whole selves for a whole life.

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Shoulder Season

by SHELBY CAIN

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t’s shoulder season. And back season.

Triceps and glutes.Yes, it’s that time of year when Fernie-ites stuff their garages with sporting gear and head indoors to get their sweat on. Because, for a brief window in our parade of annual outdoor pursuits, there’s nothing to do. The ski hill is closed and the flood gates are open. There’s gravel on the road and water gushing down the trails. The river is a muddy death-trap.

Mother Nature’s way of saying – chill.

Netflix. I don’t think it’s any coincidence that the premiere of Game of Thrones coincided with the chairlift creaking to a halt. It’s time to relax, right?

Wrong. Relaxing is not exactly one of our strengths. For many of us, the ambition to be active is what brought us here.

What drove us to give up our former lives and make the big move to Fernie.

All the sporting bounty that Fernie has to offer was too tempting not to bite on.

We obsessed about becoming a part of this vibrant community, where the 20cm rule is a real thing. We dreamed of raising our kids to want the same. So now we’re here and it’s better than we thought. Including shoulder season, characterized by a slight weather hiccup during the spring and fall when we all have a perfectly good excuse to take it easy. To finally answer the question – what did you get up to yesterday? - with a blunt and resounding, nothing. Nada. Zip. So, how’s that working out for you? Right.

Same here. The guilt of lethargy makes me itchy. With no Lululemon in current rotation, the drawer that holds my workout wear is jammed so full it won’t close. So, I’m off to the gym. Same as you. It’s in our blood. Biking season is just around the corner. Hiking. The Wasa Tri and Tears and Gears and maybe even Ironman. We can’t slip now. Besides, our athletic ADD only lets us get comfortable in a sitting position after we’ve spent some significant

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time in the red that day. When our muscles are cramping from overexertion and the dehydration can only be quenched with a frothy cold beverage.

Or two.

Luckily, Fernie has several fantastic options when it comes to indoor workout facilities. Evolution Fitness and CrossFit Fernie will deliver the burn you’re craving.

Essential Yoga provides an epic sweat session.

If you think yoga is lolling around on a mat, go try one of Francesca’s ass-kicking flow classes.You’ll have a whole new respect for the yogis of the world. They’re tough as nails. For me, it’s SOAR Studios.Vanessa Avery-Willems had a vision for a fitness mecca that celebrates “life, movement, community.” Fitness with intention. Not necessarily to improve your reflection in the mirror, but rather, to become a better version of yourself. Completely. It was a dream that became an expanding reality, now including an extensive variety of classes, apparel, and weekend workshops that leave you inspired and renewed. I love it.

Studies have shown that working out with others results in better fitness and encourages perseverance until a goal is reached. It’s also a hell of a lot of fun. As a person who works from home in front of a non-responsive laptop, I’ve begun to crave this dynamic environment on a quiet Monday. When I walk into Krista Hanson’s Smartfit class, I know what’s waiting for

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me. Cheers and smiles and warm greetings.

Chatter about what’s new and what hurts and who drank what. We laugh. Then she cranks up the music and we get to work.

An athletic collective with a multitude of reasons for being in that same space for that same hour. But it doesn’t matter what your personal goal is. That’s yours. What matters is that this sweaty little community cares that you reach it. They’ll wonder where you are when you don’t show up.

You know this, so you make every effort to be there. It’s an accountability I don’t find when I click into my cross-country skis and glide off into the forest. And as much as I adore that solitude and time for reflection, nobody’s there to high five me when I click them off. Happy shoulder season. It’s gonna be epic.

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Recreation and Outdoor Life

HITTING THE TRAILS

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How Trails Build Community

by JULIE KELLY, FTA

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e are so lucky to have such a strong community of volunteers, contractors, local businesses, and funders who support our trail network. The Fernie Trails Alliance is centred on volunteerism.

Did you know that last year alone our volunteers logged approximately 3,000 hours? We rely on our volunteers to keep our trail network in top shape and to assist with significant trail projects each year. One of our key volunteers, Rick Wiess received Volunteer of the Year in 2018 at the Fernie Chamber of Commerce Community and Business Awards!

Volunteering is an opportunity to give back to your community. So how can you get involved this year? Our trail work parties

will start running this month on Thursday evenings. Meet at the Bike Park tool shed at the Aquatic Centre at 6pm. No experience or tools are necessary. Our leaders will provide all the tools and direction you need. Follow the Fernie Trails Alliance Trail Conditions & Ride Board Facebook page to find out which trails we will be working on each week.

As well, this month the Trail Razr IV is back at the Fernie Community Centre on May 18. This event is put on as a fundraiser for our trail network and is a great opportunity to give back.You can buy tickets online at eventbrite.ca or better yet help out at the event. Get in touch with the Fernie Mountain Bike Club (FMBC) to get more information on volunteering.

July 27 and Tears and Gears on September 7.You can get in touch with them directly to see where you can help out. Participating in any of these events is also a great way to connect with runners and/or bikers in the community.

In addition, our member club FMBC will be hosting the popular Toonie Tuesday rides, Project 9 on September 9 and High Roller on September 28. Get in touch with FMBC directly to see where help is needed.

As you can see there are a lot of opportunities to get involved this season.

Give back and be part of our active and vibrant community. Trails don’t build themselves, we need you!

And make sure to get your membership to the club you best align with, or to visit Finally, there are a number of local events that always require volunteers. Our member fernietrailsalliance.com to learn more about the new Fernie Trails Pass being launched club Stag Leap Running is hosting The this spring!

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ELEMENTS OF MOVEMENT

Ready, Set, Sweat

by MADDY ALARIC

C

om·mu·ni·ty - A feeling of fellowship with others, as a result of sharing common attitudes, interests, and goals.

If the dictionary definition of the word community doesn’t describe Fernie perfectly, I don’t know what does. As a town that continually sees growth, I think we owe a lot of it to our deeply rooted sense of community pride. It’s just who we are. I am so excited to write this month’s column about a single word that is bursting with potency.

Being a person who is an advocate of high fives and good vibes, I have two words for you: Group Activity. I speak truthfully when I say that I witness the positive impact that comes from a group dynamic on a daily basis. People begin to elevate, motivate, and inspire each other. We encourage one another to become the best versions of themselves. Maybe it’s weekly bike rides, running club, swimming or ski teams.

Heck! It could be a knitting night or book club; (a glass or two of red while conversing about a book inspires us to be the best version of ourselves, right?). The point is, that when you get together with likeminded people, you form a tribe. People who were once acquaintances become friends, common interests are established, and a community is shaped.

Did you know that on average it takes sixty-six days to create a habit? That’s over two months. When it comes to a healthy lifestyle and creating long term habits, I think the most important part is to enjoy the process. If you are new to something, the key is often dedication and commitment to continually show up. This is where the support from fellow members comes into play. As a lover of group fitness, not much makes me happier than seeing a new person walk through the doors, unsure of what to expect than leave with a giant smile and confidence boost to show up

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...I witness the positive impact that comes from a group dynamic on a daily basis. People begin to elevate, motivate, and inspire each other. We encourage one another to become the best versions of themselves. again the next day. Music to my fitness ears!

Why is this likely to happen?

Because that person had fun, and having fun is fun. They felt encouraged and supported by their neighbour who at the end of that gruelling hour gave them a sweaty high five. If you ask me, that is community.

“Magic happens when you step outside of your comfort zone.”

Take a moment to soak that in, really absorb it. Whether the outcome is what you hoped for or not, you’ve likely grown as a person from the experience. (Five stitches and a separated shoulder on Swine Flu totally creates growth, I’m sure of it.)

As we see a shift in seasons, I say this is the perfect time to step out of that comfort zone. Grow a little, ya know? Sign up for something new, with people you haven’t met. Sweating it out with a crew of likeminded people on the regular releases those feel-good endorphins while holding you accountable and committed to a healthy lifestyle.

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Finding Your Fitness Tribe

by SARAH-BETH PLISHKA

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tarting a fitness journey can be hard.

Going at it completely solo can be even harder. When you have a tribe around you supporting you, encouraging you, and believing in you even when the going gets tough, not only do your goals seem that much more achievable, but the process itself becomes way more enjoyable (even if the workouts themselves don’t...). Sometimes this support system just naturally falls into place as you are already surrounded by people who understand your active lifestyle.

Other times, it takes a bit more work to find those with similar interests and journeys, and just vibe with you.

For those struggling to find a tribe or looking to expand upon your own, there is hope! While your tribe might not literally fall into your lap, with a little bit of work, soon you’ll be meshing with like-minded individuals, comparing epic stories of success and working through failures together. The key? A willingness to get out there and connect. The more you put yourself out there and be open to connecting with others, the greater the chances of making genuine connections.

A simple way to start is by connecting with others already in your fitness sphere. Spend five minutes after class chatting with your instructor about recovery strategies. Let your yoga neighbour know how much you love the look of their mat and ask where you could get one yourself. Say hi to others you see on your daily dog walks.You just might be surprised by how many awesome people are already around you by being willing to break the ice.

Another thing to consider is expanding your knowledge. Attending a course, upskilling, or taking part in camps and retreats are great ways to meet people who share a common passion. Plus, while there may not be much time to talk in fitness classes,

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The key [to finding a tribe]?

A willingness to get out there and connect. The more you put yourself out there and be open to connecting with others, the greater the chances of making genuine connections. courses are way more social, with natural breaks, discussion topics, or partner/small group work. Just remember to swap details before you part ways at the end of the day!

Or try “shopping around.” We can often get stuck in a routine when it comes to fitness. Sometimes attending yoga three times a week continues to be inspiring, other times it can make things feel stale. So here is your permission to “shop around” and try a new class, a new instructor, a new

location, a new running group, or simply a new time slot. Sure, it could be a complete flop, or you could meet some really cool people who convince you that 6am barre classes could really be your thing, or a new instructor who’s cues just seem to make way more sense. Again, open yourself up to new connections and experiences!

Lastly, there is always the social media route. From local Facebook groups such as “Women Who Explore” and “Fernie Dog Community” to worldwide Crossfit Instagram accounts, there are plenty of online options when it comes to looking for inspiration and support. But just as in real life, if you are looking to form genuine connections, you need to put the work in and actually reach out to others. Join groups and ask questions, comment on photos with more than one word and emoji’s, and be supportive of others. The more you open yourself up to opportunity, the more it will present.

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Health and Lifestyle

FAMILY WELLNESS

It Takes A Village

by DR. TAINA TURCASSO, N.D., R.M.

T

he idea of belonging to a “community” may be something that many of us take for granted until, perhaps, we need something from them. We all know that a community is helpful to have during the more challenging times in our lives such as the birth of a baby, illness, injury, or loss of employment but maybe don’t acknowledge its role or importance in our lives outside of those times.

Community has been a part of the societal structure for as long as we have been recording history, though not necessarily under that name. We have relied on the presence of other humans to assist in our ability to provide all the basic needs to one another but is there more to it than simply sustenance, shelter, and survival? Historians and scientists alike think there is.

The human body is built to be a part of a community and putting time and effort into interacting with others and developing human connection will inevitably bring you both physical and mental health benefits. Additionally, people who are more affluent tend to have longer life expectancies and less illnesses than those on the other end of the spectrum which could lead to the inference that having greater accesses to the rewards of being a part of a community and simply “belonging” can have a direct impact on your health.

The structure of modern societies and communities has become the subject of much research in order to increase the understanding of the social determinants of health.

Part of the challenges that face those in lower socioeconomic groups is that they have less/different access to education, healthy food options, health care, and physical activity. This limited access will directly impact health but also indirectly as it can result in increased stress, depression, anxiety and insomnia which in turn

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increase the risk of many other chronic diseases. Creating a community then can be critical in ensuring that everyone belongs and has similar access to these things that many of us don’t even consider on a daily basis.

We don’t always have control over our individual circumstances such as proximity to family, income, and medical conditions but we do have control over the relationships that we form with others around us and the community we form.

One thing is clear from observing and researching other cultures and that is that we are all better when we are working together to help one another. All of us will be, at one time or another, at both ends of the spectrum - needing help and able to provide help.

Every community, from small towns such as Fernie to larger cities can benefit from

strategies that will optimize the health of everyone by seemingly small but frequent actions taken by individuals. The first step in establishing or strengthening your community is connection. Human connection is suffering largely due to the presence of devices that enable us to communicate without even looking at one another and also provide a steady stream of distraction to take us away from the here and now. In an effort to increase the frequency and quality of human connection in your life, consider setting aside your devices at meals or during conversations or even for large chunks of the day, limiting the amount of time you spend mindlessly browsing through your apps.

Through improved connections, we become more aware of what is happening in the lives of those in our community

which makes it easier to offer assistance when someone needs a bit of help and to ask for it when you are in need. Small acts of giving and receiving add up to reduced stress, improved mood and better sleep and ultimately, better health.

A true community is the sum of human connections. If you work at making these connections every day (and for some it is much more natural than for others), you will undoubtedly end up with a sense of the community you have created and fostered and the end result will be a support system that lifts up the people who need it at minimal cost to those providing the support. Not only does this improve the day to day lives of the people in your community, but there will be an overall increase in the sense of well-being, life-satisfaction, and health. Finally, this community will become the framework for your children’s communities, allowing them to grow up with the values of your community and carry them into their own.

It truly does take a village to look after one another.

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Health and Lifestyle

Spiced Up Beer Can Chicken

by CRYS STEWART

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ach month we celebrate Fernie’s amazing food scene by challenging a local pro to create a five-ingredient recipe with delicious–and revealing–results.

Pauly Roberts’ Chicken with Gravy • Chicken • Beer(s) • Jerk seasoning: Dry rub or sauce • Potato starch • Olive oil Brewer Pauly Roberts of Fernie Brewing Co. admitted to me that Beer Can Chicken was “one of my favourite ways to cook chicken,” and probably the first dish he ever made using beer. Hold it right there, you’re thinking. He’s not a chef.

Let me explain. Around my house, May kicks off the season of beer and BBQ consumed outside without wearing parkas.

Besides, I asked Roberts whether brewers were like chefs. He told me brewing is like “cooking with liquid, really. There’s a brew recipe that we have to follow, tight timing commits [when] you have to make additions, add water at certain points.

The brew house is basically just one big kitchen.” I rest my case (of beer).

When it comes to cooking with it Roberts isn’t shy, mixing beers into soups and stews and a dark stout into ground beef for Shepherd’s Pie. He’s added pumpkin ale (a seasonal offering from Fernie Brewing) to his muffin mix and an IPA or Pilsner for extra light and bubbly batter in beerbattered fish. He suggested adding a splash of Java The Hut Coffee Milk Stout to chocolate mouse.

For this recipe, Roberts recommended investing in a beer can chicken stand for good stability and if it doesn’t come with a built-in tray, place one under it.You want all those delicious drippings.

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Crack open the beer you’re going to use for your chicken– Roberts likes Campout West Coast Pale or Lone Wolf IPA. Take a few sips. Then insert the can into the chicken and position on the stand. “Make sure you check the can,” cautioned Roberts. Some cans are wrapped with a plastic label.

“Take the wrap off before you put it in the chicken!”

Now choose your seasonings.

Roberts struck me as a man who doesn’t compromise on his beer or his BBQ so I wasn’t surprised at how particular he was about two options. His go-to dry rub is a jerk blend from Calgary’s Silk Road Spice Merchant (available online).

His favourite sauce is from Skratch Bastid, “a DJ buddy of mine,” he explained, “who has his own jerk and hot sauce line. He does these travelling BBQs.” Intrigued? Go to Bastid’s website to purchase his sauces and CDs and check out his events schedule.

BEER-CAN CHICKEN: A BBQ CLASSIC MADE BETTER WITH MORE BEER.

Massage your chosen seasoning all over the bird. If you’re using dry rub, apply a little oil first so it sticks better. Cook the bird until juices run clear (timing depends on your grill and size of bird).

Once the fowl’s done, make the gravy.

Pour the drippings into a pan and add beer to taste. Roberts recommends First Trax Brown Ale or Big Caboose Red Ale. Heat to bubbling and whisk in a thickener.

Roberts tries to avoid gluten products (“I cheat on beer!” he said) so he uses potato starch. Add salt and pepper to taste and simmer until it reaches a lovely, velvety smoothness. Then call your tribe around, cut up the chicken and slather everything with the rich gravy. Cheers!

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A LOOK DOWN SECOND AVE

Springing Back to the ‘90s

shorts, but they were snapped up before I got in there. They still have some denim

by EMMA POLIT jackets and overalls to keep us all happy t’s the year 2019, but when you walk into though. Talking about any clothing store at the moment, it feels happy, the Vero Moda a lot like 1995 and I’m here for it. It’s not Denim pencil skirt a secret that I am stuck in the ’90s. Be it made me downright music or fashion, it is, without a doubt, my joyful! High waisted favourite decade. High waisted mom jeans and knee length, it – sign me up! Sneakers with any and every would go perfect dress – Absolutely! Denim skirts – LOVE! with a cropped top Ribbed t-shirts – Yes, please! which took me about two So in the spirit of the best decade that ever seconds to was, here are a few outfit suggestions, that find. Richer you can buy in Fernie, that will have you Poorer do a inspired to embrace the ‘90s! great boxy long sleeve I walked into tee. It has a Commit Snow and loose crop Skate, and my eyes look but if literally turned into you’d rather love hearts (yes, a little tighter literally). RVCA fit, grab a size (pronounced Ruca) down. A super simple have basically outfit which I love, picked my mind but I couldn’t stop for my favourite thinking about the ‘90s wear and BEST woven shirt by Commit is full of Plenty that I saw at it! I fell in love Commit. It would go with the RVCA perfectly when worn Conquer denim open over the top (it’s dress. Slightly fitted a little more ‘70s than with buttons all the ’90s, but you won’t way down the front, hold that against me because we’re friends, it’s just got the perfect right!?). silhouette. Pop that on with a ribbed Flannel is to the ’90s what Winona was knit RVCA Seasons to Johnny. EVERYTHING! Edge of the Change top, add a World has the most perfect-cropped dark corduroy Vissla Stoked flannel shirt by Volcom (I bought one on hat and you are the spot!). It could be worn with almost basically transported any bottom – jeans, skirt, shorts - but Edge back in time. has some high waisted, slightly distressed,

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FREYJA HAS LEVI’S! The good vintage styles too. I had my eyes on some boyfriend

Volcom Super Stoned Skinny jeans, which have a great 90’s cut. If you want to turn it up a little more, add a bucket hat.

A BUCKET HAT! Seeing them appear back in the store is beyond rad.

It was hard for me to pick just a few outfits, as there were so many choices. As usual, Fernie is bringing it. For a small town in the mountains, they sure know how to dress. Spring is well and truly here and time is moving on – even if I say ‘90s forever!

And remember, your sneakers can be worn with everything!

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Bits and Bytes

THE ANSWER GUY

Two Factor Authentication

As mentioned above, a relatively common method for TFA is to send you an SMS text with a numeric code which you have to type in, but this is not as secure as it should be. That’s because the cell network distributing those text messages has a few flaws. If you’re not working for a national spy agency you’re probably okay, but in the interest of ‘better safe than sorry’ I’ll demonstrate another way: the use of an authentication app.

by KEVIN MCISAAC

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his month we’re talking about twofactor authentication (TFA) or as it’s sometimes known, two-step verification.

What is it and why do you want it?

You’re probably already using it on some sites, perhaps even without knowing that’s what you’re doing. Whenever you attempt to log into an account, such as Gmail or Amazon after a long period, you may be asked to type in a numeric code that you receive by SMS text message. That’s usually done after you’ve already provided your username and password. The text message is the second step.

In TFA parlance this is known as a possession factor. Without getting too far down the security rabbit hole, and rest assured there is no bottom, there are several

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ways to verify that someone is who they say they are. There are knowledge factors (e.g. username and password,) possession factors (e.g. mobile device,) inherence factors (e.g. fingerprint,) location factors (e.g. IP address, GPS location,) etc.

Most of the time only you need to provide one of these (AKA one-factor authentication,) but there are environments on the internet where the information is important enough or sensitive enough that you would be better served by TFA.

I use the Google Authenticator App (GAA) available from iTunes or the Play Store.

Download it and install it on your phone.

You can also use an app called WinAuth (https://winauth.github.io/winauth/) from your desktop in Windows. The steps to use WinAuth are quite similar to the Authenticator App so I’ll skip those.

I’m going to show you how you setup TFA for Facebook.

Make sure you have everything ready before you start: GAA installed. Start it

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up and choose Begin Setup. When asked approve its access to the camera. As well, have handy all the devices that you use for Facebook.com.

Go to Facebook.com and log in. Click the q in the upper righthand corner then Settings. Click Security and Login.

Find Use two-factor authentication and click the Edit button. Click Get Started. Choose either Text Message or Authentication App. I’m choosing Authentication App. At this point, you’ll be presented with the TFA screen containing a QR code and an alphanumeric code. They are two representations of the same thing.

In the GAA choose add and Scan Barcode for each of your devices.

Point your camera at the QR code. An authentication entry with 6 digits and the name Facebook should be added to your app. Note if you’re using WinAuth on the desktop you’ll need the alphanumeric code, so you’ll want to copy it and keep it safe.

(In your KeePass file for example.)

If you watch the GAA app now you’ll see that the six digit code occasionally changes colour to red and then changes to a new code. That authentication code expires every 30 seconds and a new code is generated.

Back in Facebook click Next.You’ll be asked to enter the code you see now. Do so.

Facebook should respond with Two-Factor Authentication is on.You can always turn it off if you want.

I do recommend setting up your phone number for text message authentication as well because if you should lose your phone your GAA entry will be lost too. Unless you saved the code in KeePass or some other secure location.

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The purpose of the Communities of Interest Advisory Initiative is to foster dialogue and communication between the five coal operations and community representatives within their area of influence.

COMMUNITY BASED WATER MONITORING You are invited to check out the Elk River Alliance website at www.elkriveralliance.ca to see the results of the community-based water monitoring program for Lizard and Alexander Creeks.

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Real Estate, Personal Injury, Civil Litigation, Criminal Defence, Family Law, Business and Corporate, Wills and Estates Fernie Office 592-2nd Avenue P.O. Box 369 Fernie, B.C. V0B 1M0 T: (250) 423-4497 F: (250) 423-6714

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May Events Trail Razr IV May 18, 2019

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Bits and Bytes

May 2019

by ASHLEY KRISTINA

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his month deals with magnetisation and destiny. Spring brings regeneration of the spirit and being in tune with the divine. Three of the big weight planets went into retrograde in April: Jupiter, Saturn and Pluto and remain retrograde until the end of August. Pay attention to the people you meet at this time, along with following the rules and doing things properly. A lot of Spiritual Wisdom comes through so pay attention!

The Dark/New Moon occurs Saturday, May 4 and special magic is felt. As the week progresses, Uranus, the planet that rules Aquarius and proper knowledge comes close to Mercury. Mercury rules communication including thoughts.

This will be a time of insight, brilliance, psychic-ness. Uranus is unorthodox in every way so don’t be surprised and follow your instincts.

Mars is in Gemini for the first half of the month and then into Cancer. Mars rules our energy to get things done, and also our sexual energy so you may find yourself distracted, easily bored and a bit wishy-washy work ethic with Gemini energy. Moving into Cancer, you find yourself more focused on home, nurturing, cooking, caring and cleaning.

The end of the month brings a LOT of Taurean vibes. The Full Moon occurs Saturday, May 18. There is a quiet energy of discernment, of being able to listen to your soul. Inner wisdom is pervasive. The love and joy and enriching deep connection to the Earth is a reason for celebration.

Aries People really want to learn from you mostly about how you are so YOU (teachings of self-esteem). In turn, these people help you slow down and become grounded. It is a win-win situation.

Taurus Happy birthday! This month is very energetically aligned with you, it’s rare life is as slow, steady and beautiful as you are. It will feel nice to not feel as rushed as usual so go enjoy those spring blossoms.

Gemini Also a Happy birthday! This month feels a little slow however this changes. In the meantime, just enjoy and use the slow times for spring cleaning.You will find a lot of psychic ‘knowingness’ comes to you, share what you are intuiting. Not everyone will have this same power.

Cancer Pluto and Saturn retrograding in your opposite sign of Capricorn allow you to find balance on many fronts: home and work, emotions and rationality, your masculine and feminine energies. This is a very destined month, pay attention to who you meet right now.

Leo Spring is refreshing for everyone but the return of the sun really brings the return of your spirit.You shine extra bright and attract attention for it. When you smile, we all smile. Thanks for being you.

Virgo This might be one of your favourite months of the year. It’s nice and quiet and please don’t deny the inner job that comes with the ability to spring clean and reorganise.You know the best way to get things done, in the home and garden.

Enjoy both.

Libra May brings you balance. Spring is rejuvenating and the connection for you to Earth energy is strong.You might find yourself more social than normal and better able to care for yourself. Keep up the good habits and teachings you learn this month.

ASTROLOGY

Scorpio The theme for the first half of the month is feeling magnetised to the divine, you are aligned! The second half of the month is just as magical with a more grounded energy.You might realize your power to shift energy to higher frequencies especially towards the end of the month.

Sagittarius Your ruling planet, Jupiter, being retrograde in Sagittarius is affecting you.You’re more internalised than normal however your inner wisdom is strong, as is your ability to connect with the divine. Spiritual truths are spoken to you, write them down and share them with others.

Capricorn Pluto and Saturn, the two most karmic, cold, intense and strict planets are retrograde in your sign, with Saturn being your ruling planet. This affects you deeply until the end of August. Keep your spirits light as depressive tendencies are likely with this combination.

Aquarius Creativity abounds for you and so much insight and knowledge comes that you might want to spend some time in meditation or doing calm activities as you are overly stimulated. If your mind is racing, turn your attention to your breath.

Pisces The divine facade lifts. Perhaps you fell asleep or forgot how much power you have; likely it’s that you travel with lower spirit energies and sense them so much that you get weighed down. Either way, this month you’ll connect with you.

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What weighs more? A pound of feathers or a pound of stones?

(The same. They both weigh a pound!)

When asked how old she was, Suzie replied, “In two years I will be twice as old as I was five years ago.” How old is she?

(She’s 12!)

A farmer has 17 sheep and all but 9 die. How many are left alive?

(9)

When is a door not a door?

(When it’s ajar.)

If you were running a race, and you passed the person in 2nd place, what place would you be in now?

(You would be in 2nd. You thought first place, right? Well, you passed the guy in second place, not first!)

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