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Council considering cannabis rules for Peachland KRISTEN FRIESEN EDITOR
There’s a big demand for pot in Peachland. Darin Schaal, the director of planning for the district, told councillors on Tuesday his department gets anywhere from five to ten inquiries a week from people asking about cannabis production and sales within the municipality. But Peachland isn’t equipped to handle any of it yet – public consultation, new bylaws and rules surrounding the consumption, production and growing of the plant still need to be ironed out, and those first steps were discussed during the Committee of the Whole meeting. “The level of cannabis-related inquiries has been consistent prior to and since legalization, which occured in October, 2018,” Schaal said, noting many of the inquiries have focussed on the production end of things. “There’s various types of licenses for production, smaller scale production, and a lot of interest in the industrial lands of Peachland as well for that purpose,” he said. He added that since neighbouring municipalities have developed and implemented their own rules and policies, the availability of land and / or space for cannabis producion is becoming more scarce. To gauge public opinion before rolling out any new rules, district staff suggested hiring a consultant to conduct surveys, host engagement sessions, and analyze the results. The bill for that is $13,000 – a cost that councillors, who are in the midst of budget deliberations, decided was too high. “We also have a citizen’s survey that will be coming forward and I wonder if there is some efficiencies to be gained in the process of including the public consultation regarding retail sales of cannabis and including that within our citizen’s survey to obtain the consultation and feedback that we’re seeking,” said councillor Mike Kent. The citizen’s survey – currently a $10,000 budget item, will be rolled out in the coming months. Councillors decided to give that project early budget approval. The citizen’s survey will now include ques-
tions on cannabis production, growing, and retail options, among other considerations. Councillor Terry Condon agreed it’s a good move. “The idea of combining this with a citizen’s survey seems to me, to make some sense. As I understand it, we haven’t yet consulted with other communities that have adopted bylaws, to find out what kind of direction they got from their citizens and to be able to take any kind of guidance from that in terms of framing the questions that we might ask, and understanding better some of the concerns citizens might have.” Councillors decided to get staff to compile research on what other communities have done. Through
bylaws and policies, municipalities in BC have the authority to regulate retail sales, public consumption, business licensing and production sites. The cannabis industry presents some good economic opportunity for Peachland, said Councillor Pam Cunningham. “I think that if we had a production facility, for example, it would create jobs, which is something that we need here,” she said, adding that the sooner Peachland develops their pot-related guidelines, the better. “Peachland needs people coming here and utilizing businesses here ... and to be the second legal store in the Okanagan would put us on the map as well.”
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Role models slated to speak on Women’s Day KRISTEN FRIESEN EDITOR
Inspiration, advice, good conversation, and community – it’ll all be happening in Peachland on International Women’s Day. Organizer Linda Swanson says six women who have been successful in a variety of backgrounds, from business, to writing, to social work and citizenship, are slated to speak during an afternoon high tea, and an evening wine and cheese event March 8. “The Peachland Community Arts Council is always looking for more community involvement, so I approached them with the idea and they agreed to participate by hosting the two events,” Swanson says. The tea will take place at the 50+ Centre from 2 to 4:30 p.m. and will feature three speakers: Renee Wasylyk is the founder of the Troika Group, an organization of development projects and construction companies. She has a Masters degree in both theology and business administration. Back in the spring of 2003, and on a whim, Nancy McDonald bought the Blind Angler. Since then, she’s created a loyal customer following, thanks to her welcoming nature and use of fresh, in-house ingredients. And Susan Haglund, the president of the Peachland Wellness Centre, has a
Master’s degree in Education and is an emerging artist. That evening, three more speakers will be at the 50+ for a wine and cheese reception. From 7 to 9 p.m., Meena Cleland, Beryl Itani and Geneva Ensign will share their experiences and insights. Cleland is a travel consultant – turned cook and cooking teacher, offering classes in her West Kelowna home. Itani has served as the volunteer emergency social services director for the City of Kelowna and for the Regional District of the Central Okanagan. She’s also served in a variety of committees for almost 30 years. Ensign is the author of Community Healing: A Transcultural Model, which creates healing partnerships between Indigenous and nonIndigenous people. Both events are free, says Swanson, but generous donations are encouraged because it will all go towards a scholarship for a female high school graduate from Peachland. “This will be a very inspirational day for women and for men, too,” says Swanson. The theme for International Women’s Day is #BalanceforBetter, for a more gender-balanced world. Seats for the event are going quickly, and you can call the Peachland Art Gallery to reserve your spot at (250) 767-7422.
ONE LOCAL SPEAKER is Susan Haglund, President of the Peachland Wellness Centre. She’ll be at the afternoon high tea, speaking with two other women on International Women’s Day March 8. Everyone is welcome to both events, put on by the Peachland Community Arts Council. Seats for the event are going quickly, and are by donation. All donations are going to a scholarship for a deserving female high school graduate from Peachland. PHOTO COURTESY PEACHLAND WELLNESS CENTRE
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THREE YEARS RUNNING, and the sale gets bigger every year. The cupcakes are great, and so is help from some friends. From left is Jessica Johnston, Chevy Matthews, an unidentified photo-bomber, Mackenzie Perret, and Alyssa Chadwick. Alyssa even helped bake, bringing Oreo cupcakes for the sale.
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There’s a cat, a dog, a bunch of fish, a bearded dragon, a budgie and a snake. And Chevy Matthews takes care of them all. “It’s not that hard,” says the ten year-old student at Peachland Elementary. “They all eat at different times, and my bearded dragon eats whenever he wants. He gets mealworms.” Mealworms aren’t on the menu today, fortunately. Chevy and her mom, Barb are in front of the IGA on this sunny Tuesday afternoon, taking part in a tradition they’ve shared for the past three years. They’re selling cupcakes – about 20 dozen of them. There’s chocolate-chocolate, chocolate-vanilla, and Oreo. They even thought of the dogs, baking a bunch of treats for four-legged friends. It’s not the only way friends who are furry, feathered or scaled are
getting a hand out – Chevy, Barb and some of Chevy’s friends did all that baking to raise money for their favourite cause, the BC SPCA. It all started with some time spent online – and the pair came across some info on the BC SPCA’s Treat Week, an opportunity for animal lovers throughout the province to raise some dough by selling sweet treats. “It was so successful the first year, we decided to do it again,” says Barb, noting their second year was even more successful – they sold out in a couple hours. An avowed animal lover, Barb says it’s no surprise how much her daughter loves all creatures. “This whole cupcake thing was her idea, I’m just helping her get it done. I want to be there and support everything she does.” At the end of the day, Chevy, Barb, and the gaggle of friends who helped, managed to raise a whopping $728, which will go to the Penticton SPCA. Sweet!
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A HeART-felt thanks for the festival Dear Editor, Last week, they entertained and educated Peachlanders and visitors in an amazing way! Who? Members of the 13 art groups that support each other under the Peachland Community Arts Council (PCAC) umbrella! Every day, Monday through Sunday, they had something happening that was interesting, intriguing and an exhibition of their talent and teaching. The week was capped off with the Artisans’ Showcase in the Community Centre, Saturday and Sunday. Superb displays of their many talents were evident, but even better was the demonstration of their talent by interaction with the large numbers who came to
see them. There was something for all to enjoy, including our youth. It was FUN, as well as interesting and informative! The PCAC team, led by Deb Livingstone, are to be commended for their imaginative approach to presenting the vast array of talents we are blessed to have in Peachland! As Town Criers, my wife LindaLea and I were honoured to pay tribute to the artists, to open the showcase, to greet guests, and to encourage passersby to attend the many activities during the week. Put the HeARTS Festival on your “must do” list for next February – you’ll be glad you did! -Bruce Klippenstein Okanagan Town Crier, Peachland
Chamber made a Pocklington move
Dear Editor, It was interesting reading to observe the shuffling of deck chairs on the Titanic Peachland Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber’s decision to drop the contract for Joey Byatt is both shocking and surprising for me. Let me put this in plain terms: Cancelling Joey’s contract is the second stupidest move I’ve seen since Peter Pocklington traded Gretzky to the Los Angeles Kings way back when. The Byatt move tells me that the Chamber of Commerce may be suffering from some variation of administrative hypoxia. This surprises me because they have two very high-quality people in Darlene Hartford and Rocky Rocksborough-Smith. They must know that contracts that go to bid are not always about
money. I have been on selection committees for a large corporation where contract decisions of this nature are routine. I can tell you that price is pretty much secondary to other factors. In the case of the Peachland Tourist Bureau, one of the most important factors has to be “Branding” – and all of the things that go with it. So by dropping thy Byatt contract, the Chamber of Commerce has essentially volunteered for a public enema. A decision this void of reason and accountability raises red flags that should serve as a warning. Trading Gretzky took Pocklington and the Oilers out of contention for a great many years. Why is the Chamber doing this same act today? More investigation is warranted. -Nick Walsh, Peachland.
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with the puzzles! Dear Editor, Just a quick note to say how pleased we are that you have returned the crossword and sudoku puzzles to the paper. My wife enjoys the crosswords and I love sudoku. Prior to the puzzle additions, our paper would be read and then recycled by the next day on Saturday. Now the paper stays on the table all week so we both can enjoy the puzzles and a chance to reread articles of interest. Thanks for putting in the effort that allows our town to enjoy the Peachland View, the watchdog and communicator of our local district government, and also keeping us informed of our neighbouring towns including showing the locals and our visitors the commercial side of Peachland. Kudos to our merchants that support our newspaper. -A. Luccisano, Peachland
Chamber: Visitor Centre still a hub
Dear Editor, I write with regard to last Friday’s warm message from the Campbells in Worcester, U.K. It is incredibly refreshing to hear people, especially international visitors, take time to extol the virtues of our small community and keep up with our civic events! To me this clearly illustrates that the Visitor Centre Team is doing a great job in promoting our little piece of paradise on the shores of Lake Okanagan. I would be remiss if I didn’t also address the concern the Campbells had over the departure of Joey Byatt. In fact, a one-year contract was drawn up for February 2019 through February 2020. Regrettably we could not offer our ‘normal’ three-year contract due to the pending decision by Council on renewal of the Visitor’s Centre anchor tenancy agreement, in the case of continuing services by the Peachland Chamber of Commerce, or a new contract in the case of the Peachland Community Arts Council. The Chamber’s new one-year contract 2019 – 2020 for the position of Tourism Services Coordinator was offered to all current Visitor Centre staff and was
declined by all. Both staff members also presented their final dates of employment to the Chamber. Unfortunately, the new short term contract could not provide the advantages of a three-year contract due to budgetary restraints and the unknown aspects of just how, moving forward, the Centre will need to be administered. The Chamber believes the decision to forward this matter to the newly elected Council was a good decision, however, not perhaps from the Chamber’s perspective when it comes to the timing of employee contracts. Joey Byatt’s contract being a prime example. I believe we also need to take a step back and focus on the Visitor Centre team’s success over the past 3 years, in large part due to Joey, and how it serves as the hub of our community and is the front door for our tourists both old and new. We should be extremely proud of what has been accomplished and look forward to another tourist season. -Rocky Rocksborough-Smith President, Peachland Chamber of Commerce
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Dear Editor, With respect to recent comments reflecting the traffic reduction and implication regarding a bypass, note some misleading information. 1) the slide actually caused a total shut down of the highway, a bypass would continue to allow traffic to the area, including those who would like gas, food, recreation or other, 2) how many families might be negatively impacted with a bypass as opposed to how many are negatively impacted by the constant increase of heavy traffic (a ratio of perhaps one to a hundred?) 3) The ever increasing flow of traffic including heavy trucks puts all locals at risk, not only from collisions but also from air and noise pollution. 4) A quieter safer Peachland would attract both residents and visitors, benefitting local businesses. 5) As more of Hwy. 97 is widened it becomes more popular with heavy trucks, and will eventually be a link from the mainland USA to the Alaska Hwy (this is by plan, not speculation). There are other “positive” developments that would compound the impact on our traffic situation: what if all the gravel pits open at capacity, what if a new mine opens, what if logging expands. Why would anyone want to build a hazardous barrier through Peachland? -Stan Dyck, Peachland
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HeARTS Festival a fun way to spend the weekend
SCULPTING, PAINTING, CREATING: That’s what artists, wannabe artists and spectators experienced last weekend, as the annual HeARTS Festival wrapped up another successful year. Organizer Deborah Livingstone said more than 450 people attended various events over the weeklong celebration of the arts in Peachland. Above, Terrance Moore works with clay to create his African animals. He achieves the bronze look through a special technique with acrylic paint. Below, a youngster makes his own animal with wooden blocks (thanks Richard Smith for the photo!). The Lion on canvas, the wooden hearts and fishing lures were just some of the items on display. The lures and the hearts were made out of the same cedar as the new pier. KRISTEN FRIESEN PHOTOS
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HEARTS FESTIVAL CHALLENGE: Artist Daniel Dearborn had mere minutes to put something on this canvas, and he did a lot better than most of us could do in hours! “As I was working on it, it all kind of came together.” Dearborn, who is from Lake Country, says it typically takes him about eight hours to complete a similar-sized canvas. KRISTEN FRIESEN PHOTOS
YOUTH ART AWARDS: Two students, Graydon Ganske (above left, in the black shirt) and Jackob Karaczan (above right, white shirt), were each chosen for the Bob Sugden Youth Art Award, a $100 award for students who have excelled in arts-related studies. Graydon is an accomplished pianist, and Jackob plays the violin. The award was presented by Gabi Haas, Sugden’s widow, and by the HeARTS Festival’s organizer Deborah Livingstone. KRISTEN FRIESEN PHOTOS
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Barring crazy weather, or some kind of slide movement, Hwy. 97 between Peachland and Summerland will be open within days. In a statement released Tuesday, the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure said 12 days of slope stability has allowed excavating crews to safely continue breaking and pulling down rock and other debris. “The amount of material is approximately three times more than originally estimated as the back slope is much deeper than expected,” the ministry said. About 13,000 cubic metres of material has been removed since the slide occurred almost a month ago. By removing the rocks and dirt and further exposing the slope, crews were able to do some further surveying and are now estimating another 14,000 cubic metres still needs to be removed. The Callan Rd. detour will remain in place until the highway is reopened. Commercial vehicles that exceed 3.8 metres in width are only permitted on the detour between midnight and 5 a.m. Pedestrians and cyclists are not allowed on the detour. Drivers can check DriveBC.ca and @DriveBC on Twitter for updates.
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SUNNY DAYS AHEAD: Well, that’s what we’re hoping. The forecast for the coming week is calling for clouds, so we’ll just enjoy these reader-submitted pics from the past couple weeks. Doris Muhs took the lake view (top) while out on a Beach Ave. walk. Cary Derksen was enjoying lunch at the Blind Angler recently and sent us a shot of the snow-covered marina right off the restaurant.
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Like gardening? This volunteer opportunity may be for you KRISTEN FRIESEN EDITOR
It’s officially March, so that means spring, which means gardening, which also means the Summerland Ornamental Gardens are looking for volunteers. The group – which has been in existence for more than 100 years, is hosting a volunteer recruitment and orientation this Saturday (March 2), from 10 a.m. to noon at the IOOF Hall in Summerland (9563 Main St.). Attendees will learn about plans for the 2019 season, enjoy a workshop on perennial plant care, and share in some refreshments. There will be prizes, too! The Summerland Ornamental Gardens was established back in 1916 as part of the federal government’s agricultural research station. The gardens were designed to help new residents, many of whom were from the UK and other rainy climates, choose ornamental plants suitable to the Okanagan’s dry climate. Today, you can check out a variety of demonstration garden beds while learning about water-wise gardening. A walk around the gardens means you also get a view of Okanagan Lake, Giant’s Head Mountain and the Trout Creek Trestle railroad bridge. The gardens – located off Hwy. 97, across from Sun-Oka beach, are open yearround, and a donation for upkeep is appreciated every time you visit. For Saturday’s event, RSVP at friends.summerlandgardens@gmail.com. Their website is www.summerlandgardens.org.
LOOKING FOR HELP: The Summerland Ornamental Gardens is hosting a volunteer recruitment on Saturday at the IOOF Hall in Summerland.
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Get your green bins ready – March means it’s collection time again KRISTEN FRIESEN EDITOR
Here’s another sign of spring – it’s time to haul out our green bins for yard waste collection. The schedule is the same as last year, with our green and blue bins being collected on alternate weeks. What’s different, says the RDCO’s Waste Reduction Facilitator Rae Stewart, is that yard waste collection will now extend into December. “Residents have been asking for extended yard waste service for many years now, especially in the
fall where yard clean up can take time and effort to complete,” says Stewart. All the yard waste collected curbside is composted and given new life as a valuable soil enhancer – so it’s important to keep it free of any plastic, garbage or other matter that could contaminate the end product. Last year alone the program collected just under 15,000 tonnes of yard waste at the curb and turned it into high quality compost instead of it being buried at the landfill. Leaves, pine needles, branches, small pruning, garden plants, fruit droppings and glass clippings are all allowed in your cart. Dirt, rocks and pet
waste are not. If you want another cart, check out the District of Peachland website. To figure out when your collection week is, visit regional district.com/recycle, or download the MyWaste app at regionaldistrict.com/ mywasteapp.
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August 5, 1938 - Feb 16, 2019
Harold Kenneth North, 80, of Peachland, BC, died on Saturday February 16, 2019. He was born August 5, 1938 in Kenora, Ontario. Harold served four years from 1957 in the US Navy (USS Newport News). He was an SFU graduate, attending from 1965. Harold was dedicated to his work life as a childcare worker at Youth Resources, Catholic Family Services and retired from the Children’s Foundation in 2002. Harold was an avid rugby player. He was a member of SFU rugby, the Scribes, Meraloma Old Boys, North Shore Snow Caps and any other team he could catch a game with. He is survived by his wife Kathleen (nee Hyde), daughter Kelly (Quentin), grandson Rylan, granddaughter Brynna, his sisters Dianne, Linda, Carolyn, brotherin-law Doug, and his loyal friends. A celebration of life will be held in the summer in Delta. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Harold’s name to the BC Heart and Stroke Foundation.
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Local Events and Activities: Send the information for your Peachland event to admin@peachlandview.com Art Show - Peachland Arts Council will host Captured Images – February 16-March 31. Open Tuesday and Saturday 9-4 pm, also Sundays 10–4 pm. Open House Saturday, Feb 16 from Noon–3 pm. Everyone Welcome. 30 local photographers showcasing 68 works. The Peachland Wellness Centre - is hosting another year of Tax Clinics through the CRA Community Volunteer Income Tax Program, Mondays only from March 4-April 29, 1:00 pm to 2:45
MONDAYS FITNESS ROOM
5 am-10 pm, Community Centre
YOGA (RESTORATIVE) 8 am, $5 Drop in 50+ Activity Centre
INDOOR WALKING 8-9 am, Community Centre
KARATE CLASS
MEN’S COFFEE & CRIB
HATHA YOGA
PICKLEBALL (3.75+)
6-7 pm at the Little Schoolhouse 6-7 pm Community Centre
PICKLEBALL (3.0-3.5)
WOOD CARVERS
Grade 4-5, 3-6 pm, Boys and Girls Club
FUNCTIONAL FITNESS
5 am-10 pm, Community Centre
10-11:15 am, Peachland Wellness Ctre
PICKLEBALL (1.0-2.5)
11 am-12 pm, 4th Street Place
ZUMBA GOLD
11 am-12 pm, 4th Street Place
TAI CHI noon,
50+ Activity Centre by donation
MEDITATION GROUP
11:30 am-12:30 pm, Feb 25 March 18 & 25s. No Sessions March 4 & 11 Peachland Wellness Ctr
PICKLEBALL (1.0-2.5)
1-3 pm, Community Centre
5:30-6:30 pm, 4th Street Place
(all levels) 8-9:30 pm, Community Centre
KCR COMMUNITY RESOURCES IMMIGRANT SERVICES
Every Third Tuesday of the month, by Appointment. Call 250-763-8008 Ext. 151 Hosted by the Peachland Wellness Ctre
YOGA
8-9 am 50+ Activity Center
FLOW YOGA
9-10 am, 4th Street Place
FREERIDE SPIN
MID-WEEK STUDY AND CONVERSATION COFFEE
SPIN, CORE, STRETCH
5:15-6:15 pm, Community Centre
5 am-10 pm, Community Centre 8-9 am, Community Centre
SPIN, CORE, STRETCH
5:15-6:15 pm, Community Centre
PICKLEBALL DROP IN (3.0+) 11 am-1 pm, Community Centre
9:05-11 am, Community Centre
FUNCTIONAL FITNESS
10 am, 50+ Activity Ctre
SENIORS STRETCH & STRENGTH
11-11:45 am 4th Street Place
AA 12-1 pm,
50+ Activity Centre
CLOG DANCING
6-7 pm, 50+ Activity Centre
KARATE CLASS
50+ FITNESS
THERAPEUTIC YOGA
CARPET BOWLING
Grades 4-7, 4:30-7:30 pm, $3/session or $10/month Boys and Girls Club
HIIT FIT
9:15 am, $5 Drop in. Please bring a mat. 50+ Activity Ctre
(0-6 yrs), 10:00-noon, Community Centre
TWEEN DINNER NIGHT
4:30-5:30 pm, 4th Street Place
INDOOR WALKING
9:30 am, St. Margaret’s Anglican Church
CONTRACT BRIDGE
4:30-6:30 pm, Community Centre
FITNESS ROOM
PICKLEBALL (1.0-2.5)
9:15-10 am, Community Centre
CAPC CREATIVE PLAYTIME
PICKLEBALL (3.5)
(Drop In) 3:45-4:45 pm, Community Centre
8 am, $5 Drop in 50+ Activity Centre Bring mat, Beginners welcome
Community Centre
3:45-4:30 pm registered Community Centre
FAMILY MULTI SPORT
STRETCH, BALANCE & CORE
1:15 pm, 50+ Activity Centre
MINI BATTERS T-BALL
1:15 pm, 50+ Activity Centre
WEDNESDAYS
9:30-10:30 am, 4th Street Place
6-7 pm, the Little Schoolhouse
YOUTH BOXING CLUB 6-8 pm, 4th St Place
LIONS DEN MEETING
7 pm, 4440 5th St. every WELLNESS CIRCLE 2nd & 4th Wed, Contact: 10 am-11:30 am, 2nd and 4th Gary 250-767-3491 Wed. of each month Peachland Wellness Ctre CENTRAL OKANAGAN
DEMENTIA CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP
10 am to 11:30 am, Peachland Wellness Ctre To register: 250-767-0141
COFFEE GROUP
10:30 am, 50+ Activity Centre, every 2nd & 4th Wed, Drop-ins Welcome
FRIDAYS
10 am, uhjynbv 50+ Activity Centre
FITNESS ROOM
MEAT DRAW
MODEL RAILWAY COMPANY GROUP
7 pm, Peachland Museum
THURSDAYS FITNESS ROOM
5 am-10 pm, Community Centre
YOGA (FOUNDATIONS) 8 am, $5 Drop in 50+ Activity Centre
PICKLEBALL (3.5)
10:30 am-12:30 pm, Community Centre
5 am-10 pm, Community Centre
INDOOR WALKING 8-9 am,
9:15 am, $5 Drop in. Please bring a mat. 50+ Activity Centre
FLOW YOGA
IRON & SILK
9-10 am, 4th Street Place
FALL STORY TIME
9:15-10 am, Commmunity Centre
10:45 am 50+ Activity Centre
11:15 am Peachland Library
ZUMBA
11:45 am-12:45 pm, 4th Street Place
ROTARY CLUB PEACHLAND
12-1:30 pm, Gasthaus Restaurant. Everyone welcome
AA 12 pm,
50+ Activity Centre
FREERIDE SPIN BARGAIN BIN
9:30 am-3 pm Peachland United Church
THERAPEUTIC YOGA 10-11 am, Community Centre
CAPC CREATIVE PLAYTIME
(0-6 yrs) 10 am-noon, Community Centre
YOGA (BEGINNERS)
ENERGY FOR WELLNESS 10:30 am, $5 Drop in 1:00-3:00 pm, Peachland Wellness Ctre 3rd Thur of each month
PICKLEBALL (3.75+) 1-3 pm, Community Centre
UKELELE 1:15 pm,
50+ Activity Centre
TEEN DROP IN
Grade 8+ 4-8 pm, FREE Boys and Girls Club
MEAT DRAW
4-5 pm, Royal Canadian Legion #69, 4407-2nd St.
MINI KICKERS SOCCER
50+ Activity Centre
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SUNDAYS FITNESS ROOM
5 am-10 pm, Community Centre
SUNDAY BREAKFAST 8-11 am, (no long weekends) Peachland Wellness Ctre PEACHLAND UNITED Service: 10 am, United Church
ST. MARGARET’S ANGLICAN CHURCH WORSHIP 10 am, St. Margaret’s Church
EMMANUEL CHURCH WORSHIP SERVICE 10 am, Emmanuel Church, Westbank
PEACHLAND BAPTIST
PICKLEBALL (2.5-3.5)
50+ Activity Centre
LADIES COFFEE & CRIB 1-2:45 pm, Peachland Wellness Ctre
PICKLEBALL (3.0-3.5) 1-3 pm, Community Centre
LEGO TIME (ALL AGES) 3-4 pm, Peachland Library
12-2 pm, Community Centre
THE PEACHLAND WALKING CLUB
1 pm, for details visit peachlandtrekkers.ca
UKELELE 1:15 pm, 50+ Activity Centre
TOTAL BODY TABATA
MEAT DRAW 2-4 pm, Royal Canadian Legion #69, 4407-2nd St.
FEEL GOOD FRIDAYS
2-4 pm, Community Centre
Grade 4-7 4-8 pm, Free Boys and Girls Club
BINGO 6:45 pm 50+ Activity Centre (doors open 5:30 pm)
Grade K-7 1-5 pm, Free Boys and Girls Club
ART CLUB 12 pm,
MINI KICKERS SOCCER
POUND
DROP IN
Service 10:30 am, Fellowship 11:30 am, 4204 Lake Ave.
4-5 pm, 4th Street Place
6:45-7:45 pm, Community Centre
3-5 pm, Royal Canadian Legion #69, 4407-2nd St.
12 pm 50+ Activity Centre
(4-6 years) 4:30-5:15 pm, Registered Community Centre
(6-7 years) 5:30-6:30 pm, Registered Community Centre
9:30 am-3 pm Peachland United Church
CARPET BOWLING
SUNSHINE SINGERS
SOCIAL BRIDGE
PICKLEBALL DROP IN
TAI CHI FOR WELLNESS
BARGAIN BIN
BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT Community Centre 10 am-12 pm, 50+ FITNESS Peachland Wellness Ctre
1:15 pm, 50+ Activity Centre
PICKLEBALL DROP IN
9:30-10:30 am, 4th Street Place
PICKLEBALL DROP IN
(all levels) 8-9:30 pm, Community Centre
CONTRACT BRIDGE
CHESS
(all levels) 7:45-9:30 pm, Community Centre
NEEDLE ARTS/QUILTING 10-11 am,
1:15 pm, 50+ Activity Centre
LINE DANCING
7 pm, $4 Drop in 50+ Activity Centre
9:30 am-3 pm Peachland United Church
9:30 am, $2 Drop in Peachland Legion. Hosted by Peachland Wellness Ctre. Beginners welcome
1:15 to 2:15 pm, Peachland Wellness Ctre
(all levels) 5:45-7:30 pm, Community Centre
FITNESS ROOM
1-3 pm, Community Centre
1:15 pm, 50+ Activity Centre
ZUMBA
PICKLEBALL DROP IN
TUESDAYS
50+ Activity Centre
POWER UP & OPEN GYM
POUND
9:30 am, 50+ Activity Centre
LADIES MORNING COFFEE
IMMERSED YOGA
MAHJONG 1:15 pm,
6-8 pm, 4th St Place
VARIETY SINGERS
9:30-10:30 am, 4th Street Place
AYURVEDA YOGA
YOUTH BOXING CLUB
6:45-7:45 pm, Community Centre
TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY
BARGAIN BIN
(3.0+) 11 am-1 pm, Community Centre
11 am-12 pm, 4th Street Place
7 pm, 50+ Activity Centre
9:15 am Drop in from Sept to June, 50+ Activity Centre
PICKLEBALL DROP IN
1-3 pm, Community Centre
PICKLEBALL (3.0-3.5) 9:05-11 am, Community Centre
1-2:45 pm, Peachland Wellness Ctre
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SATURDAYS FITNESS ROOM
5 am-10 pm, Community Centre
PICKLEBALL (3.75+) PEACHLAND COMMUNITY CHURCH Sunday worship: 2 pm, Meeting at St. Margaret’s Anglican Church
LEARN TO SPEAK SPANISH
2-3 pm (Beginner) 3:15-4:15 pm(Intermediate) Community Centre
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Boys and Girls Club getting into the Spring of things After months of cold temperatures and snowy weather, staff and kids at the Okanagan Boys and Girls Club in Peachland are eagerly anticipating Spring! We are busy planning some exciting activities and looking forward to spending more time outside. Is your child or youth looking for something fun to do during Spring Break? Bring them to the Club! The Peachland Boys and Girls Club is offering a variety of different activities from March 18-29. We will be open from 8 am to 6 pm Monday to Friday for full day programs for school age children, kindergarten to grade 6; pre-registration is required. Days will be filled with fun games, crafts, sports, and even out trips! Along with our popular Dinner Night on Wednesdays, our Recreation Program staff has a few new activities planned during Spring Break. In the Adventure Club, kids from grades 4-7 will visit Beyond the Crux Climbing gym in Kelowna, go geocaching, and swim at the Penticton pool. On March 22 kids will have the opportunity to meet members from other Okanagan Boys and Girls Clubs when we spend the day skating together at the Capital
News Centre. We are also excited to be offering the Home Alone and Prepared program for kids grades 4-7 over two days during the break. Through curriculum based activities and games, members will learn skills to prepare themselves for being home alone. Registration is on now for our annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 20 from 11-12:30 pm. Activities will include face painting, a bouncy castle, and Spring crafts before the exciting Easter Egg Hunt in Cousins field. The Easter Bunny is even on his way to the Club for a visit! The cost is $5/ child (ages 3 and up), call 250-767-2515 to register. Volunteer help is always appreciated; if you are interested in assisting in decorating, hiding eggs, or helping children with crafts, please contact the Club. For information on any of our programs we can be reached by phone (250-767-2515), email (peachland@ obgc.ca), or on Facebook at Okanagan Boys and Girls Clubs Peachland. Activity calendars are available on Facebook or can be picked up from the Club where you can stop in anytime for a tour of our Centre and meet our great staff!
Here’s our Club Member of the Month! Amaya has been a member of the Okanagan Boys and Girls Club in Peachland for just over 2 years. She attends our After School, Full Day Camp, and Kid Food Nation Programs where she actively takes part in all activities. Most recently she has been participating in our Canadian Tire Jumpstart “Wonderful Winter Sports” program where she has had the opportunity to learn how to cross country ski and snowshoe. Her love for the outdoors and fearless nature has made her a great participant! Amaya’s warm demeanor and leadership abilities make others gravitate to her. At the Club other kids are eager to join in on her imaginative games and play and she makes sure that everyone feels included. She is also a great help to staff due to her independence, calmness, and organizing skills. We are proud to recognize Amaya as our Club Member of the Month!
Road rage in the watershed: Peachland Watershed Alliance Peachland’s watershed already has 1,200 km of roads and the forest companies most recent hydrology report is asking the forestry ministry to grant them permission to build an additional 51 km. This increase is cause for concern, as resource development and roads present the greatest risks to watersheds. Studies show that roads can contribute up to 95% of the sediment that enters streams. The amount of sediment delivered from forests with roads can be more than 300 times greater than from undisturbed forested land. The result is undrinkable water. Current road density in Peachland is three kilometres per every square kilometre. This far exceeds the 1.2 kilometres guidelines the provincial government has set as viable for the preservation of fish habitat. Unroaded areas are important for wildlife,
as roads fragment animal habitat and increase hunting and fishing pressure. Peachland’s high road density is impacting our native populations of wolves, yellow badgers, elk, mule deer, black bear and bull trout. Across Canada, caribou – the iconic animals that grace the back of our quarters – are on the brink of extinction, largely as a result of habitat loss from resource industries and roads. Roads also increase runoff rates, causing water to be delivered more rapidly to streams. Forester Fred Marshall, R.P.F., explains: “the greatest risk in increasing both sediment to watersheds and flood risk is logging and logging roads. In most cases, when the trees are logged, more solar radiation hits the snowpack and this causes a faster snowmelt response. When the sun comes out during the spring thaw, the snow in these clearcuts melts fast-
er than the snow in the forest, which still has the shade of the canopy. This snowmelt runoff is delivered quickly to streams, causing flood conditions.” As of today, more than 40% of Peachland’s watershed acts as a clearcut (this terminology means that past clearcuts have been replanted, but have yet not matured). The watershed is fragile; prone to slope failures, landslides, bug kill and wildfires. We should be making an effort to reduce the impact of roads in our watershed, including restricting road access, dismantling roads that are no longer needed, and increasing the use of helicopter logging to reduce road construction.
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Currently there is no legal responsibility to take care of forest legacy roads in B.C. This must change. We are asking the Ministry of Forestry, Lands and Natural Resources to reform the guidelines regarding allowable road building and industrial access within community watersheds and source drinking water areas. If it’s truly a safe and necessary practice to allow rampant commercial activities – including logging, mining, ATV companies and cattle ranging – in our source drinking water areas, then we would all be driving through the watersheds of West Vancouver, Vancouver and Victoria. This double standard must end.
Peachland Sportsmen’s Association F O R C O N S E R VAT I O N O F F I S H A N D W I L D L I F E
33rd Annual Game Banquet Fund Raiser
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March 9, 2019 Peachland Community Centre, 4450 6th Street
Doors Open 4:30 pm | Dinner 6:00 pm food • door prizes • raffles • fun & games • prizes & games for children
Meal by Okanagan Chef Association
Adult $40, Youth $30, Children 12 & under FREE Available online at www.peachlandsportsmens.com or email membership @peachlandsportsmens.com, or phone 250.768.5009 Proceeds from this banquet are used towards PSA activities that include fish and wildlife enhancement projects, bursaries, fishing and hunting programs and activities such as CORE/PAL, Fishing Forever, Shannon Lake and Peachland Pier.
A very special Thank You to our Sponsors & Attendees Your help makes it possible for PSA to be active in our Okanagan communities. Sponsors are listed on our website at www.peachlandsportsmens.com.
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plus GST
Full Page
Full Colour 7” wide x 9.5” high
495
$
plus GST
ails
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