District of Clearwater Community Healthy Living Guide by Sandra Verhoeff

Community Recreation

Healthy Living Guide Winter 2018 | districtofclearwater.com

CRHL program registration opens December 13, 2017

Come out and enjoy

FREE SKATING and a visit with

Photo credit: Greenscapes Photography

SANTA!

DECEMBER 22

Weekend Special Event Schedule 2017/2018

Free hot dogs and hot chocolate!

December 15

Figure Skating Christmas Gala—Raft Mountain Skating Club

December 22

Santa Claus Skate 5:00–6:30pm

December 24–26

Closed

December 31/January 1

Closed

January 12/13/14

Midget Rep Tournament—Clearwater & District Minor Hockey Association

January 15–21

Clearwater Hockey Days

January 19

Minor Hockey Alumni Game

SAVE THE DATE

January 21 –February 4

Celebrate Winter Festival Minor Hockey Week, IceMan Fishing Derby, Curling Bonspiels, Birchleg, Public Skating, Ski Hill Ski Days, Teen Skate & Pizza Night, Figure Skating Exhibition, Hockey Tournaments. Watch for posters with full schedule.

January 26 & 27

Mixed Skins Bonspiel—Wells Gray Curling Club

January 27 & 28

Novice Hockey Tournament—Clearwater & District Minor Hockey Association

TBA February

Birchleg—Wells Gray Outdoors Club

February 2

Disney on Ice at 5pm

February 12

Family Day—Tracy & Brent Buck/CSS/DOC

February 23/24/25

Blackhawk’s Hockey Tournament & Ladies Curling Bonspiel

March 2

Figure Skating Carnival—Raft Mountain Skating Club

March 9/10/11 March 16

Peewee House Tournament—tentative: District Championships —Clearwater & District Minor Hockey Association Figure Skating Carnival—Raft Mountain Skating Club

March 16–18

Year End Cabin Fever Men’s Hockey Tournament

May 1–7

Youth Week

May 19

Rotary May Day Parade

May 28

Bike Train and RCMP Bike Rodeo to kick off Bike to School Week

May 28–June 3

Bike to Work

May 28–June 1

Bike to School

June 21

National Aboriginal Day—North Thompson Aboriginal Cultural Centre Society

Thursdays in July & August

Summer Music Night—North Thompson Music Guild

July 1

Canada Day Celebration

July 21–23

Clearwater Kayak Festival

August

Star Gazing Festival—Tourism Wells Gray

August 8

8th Annual Clearwater Children’s Art Festival

August 25–29

Hockey School

Late August

First Fish—SIMCPW

Registration opens December 13

Index 209 Dutch Lake Road, Box 157, Clearwater, BC, V0E 1N0 Phone: 250.674.2257 | Fax: 250.674.2173 | admin@docbc.ca

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North Thompson Sportsplex......................................3 Clearwater & District Minor Hockey Assn...........4

The District of Clearwater offers a great variety of Recreation and Healthy Living Programming Throughout the year the District of Clearwater offers a wide variety of recreation programming: sport and leisure activities for community members of all ages and stages of life. Several forms of media are utilized in promoting the community healthy living recreation programs throughout the year: • Community Recreation Healthy Living brochure • Check out the District’s “What’s Happening” column in the Clearwater Times, as well as posters, flyers, news releases, bi-monthly newsletter and the District of Clearwater Facebook page: facebook.com/districtofclearwater The District also has a variety of community parks ranging from Splash Park, tot parks, natural, social, cultural and recreation trails. New: The Wells Gray Community Forest trail connecting Dr. Helmcken Memorial Hospital and the roundabout.

Men & Ladies Drop-In Hockey...................................6 Raft Mountain Skating Club........................................7 Wells Gray Curling Club.................................................8 Wells Gray Outdoors Club.........................................10 How to Register................................................15 Punch Cards......................................................................16 Community Recreation Healthy Living Programs........................... 17–23 Wells Gray Country Seniors Society......................24 Community Groups............................................ 26–27 Thompson Rivers University Courses..................28 Yellowhead Community Services..........................29

Sports Contacts Clearwater Youth Soccer

Adult Slo-Pitch

Ladies Hockey

BARB COATES soccerclearwater@gmail.com clearwatersoccerassociation.com 778.208.5430

LINDA BROWN lindabrown1@live.ca 250.674.8073

JODY PHILLIPS jlphillips7676@gmail.com 250.674.7076

Clearwater and District Minor Hockey

Raft Mountain Skating Club

Clearwater Minor Fastball TERA CARTER cartertera@yahoo.ca 250.674.7940

NISSA MCGILL nissa1537@gmail.com 250.674.2594

Men’s Drop-in Hockey ROGER MAYER 250.674.8712 rmayer@docbc.ca Cover Photo Credit: Tina Elliot

Registration information membership@raftmountain.com or raftmountain.com

Wells Gray Curling Club GWEN ANDERSON wgcurl@gmail.com 250.674.3768

Photo credits: Indigo Thyme Imagery

SPORTSPLEX

North Thompson Sportsplex …a great facility for hockey, figure skating, curling, family skating, various community events and private birthday parties. Event schedule will be announced via local newspaper, Community Newsletter, website and Facebook.

Dry Floor Rentals The District of Clearwater has rental space for a variety of different activities. The Sportsplex rents space during the summer and winter for weddings, birthday parties and private or public events. The Sportsplex has an excellent sound system, tables and chairs for 300 people, handicap accessibility and experienced staff to assist with your event and make it a success. Hourly, daily and weekend rates.

Arena Closures

Need equipment?

The arena is closed on all statutory holidays and will be closing for the season in March 2018.

Minor Hockey and Figure Skating rental equipment. Please call for an appointment 250.674.2143

Birthday Parties at the Sportsplex Are you tired of hosting parties at your house? Preparing food all morning and the clean up after? How about taking the party to the rink? You can rent the party space (viewing lounge), ice time, add pizza, chicken nuggets with fries or hot dogs and drinks, rent skates and let those kids have a blast on the ice, skating to music, playing shinny or other games. You may also rent the viewing lounge during family skating (Friday and Sunday). Let us do the cleanup while you go home with happy kids and great memories. Call us for our rates that start as low as $40 and for the first time look forward to your kids birthday party! Other parties welcome, too.

Public Skating Family Skating sessions are held most Fridays from 5:00–6:15pm and Sundays from 4:00–5:30pm. All our Family Skating sessions are sponsored by local groups, business and individuals and are no charge to attend. Dec. 22 Dec. 23 Jan. 5/7 Jan. 14 Jan. 19/21 Jan. 26/28 Feb. 2/4 Feb. 11 Feb. 16/18 Feb. 23/25 March 2/4

Century 21 Volk Trans Buy Low Dairy Queen Wadlegger Fleetwest Winter Fest Dairy Queen no sponsor yet Hawks Tournament —No Family Skating no sponsor yet

Skates are available at No Charge. Skate Patrollers create a safe atmosphere for all ages. Helmets are mandatory.

Parents and Preschool

Santa Skate

This session is for parents to bring pre-school children out in a relaxed setting to try skating and visit with others parents. Held every Wednesday from 10:00–11:00am. Skates and helmets are available, helmets are mandatory. Strollers are welcome on the ice.

December 21 at 5:00pm

Home School Skating This session is for Home School children to get some exercise. Sticks and pucks are allowed at one end of the ice, helmets are mandatory. Parents are allowed on the ice however this ice time is for children. Held every Wednesday from 1:00–2:00pm.

Disney on Ice February 2 at 5:00pm

i Contact: Roger Mayer Manager of Facilities, Parks & Safety 428 Murtle Crescent, Clearwater BC, V0E 1N1

250.674.2143 Cell: 250.674.8712 districtofclearwater.com E: rmayer@docbc.ca

New Minor Hockey jerseys sponsored by Wells Gray Community Forest

Photo credit: Stefanie Poisson

Clearwater & District Minor Hockey COME AND PLAY HOCKEY! Hockey practice starts in late September and finishes mid-March with a break at Christmas. Pre-Can and CanSkate sessions are included in the fee for Beginners and Pre-Novice. No skating skills or hockey knowledge required. Equipment—Minor Hockey has full sets of equipment to rent for the season. Experienced adults will help you with fitting and answer all your questions about “how hockey works.” To register, contact Clearwater & District Minor Hockey Association.

TOURNAMENTS Still accepting Registrations

i Registration, medical and media forms:

cdmha.info Make cheques payable to CDMHA Mail to: # 2–428 Murtle Crescent Clearwater, BC V0E 1N1 P: 250.674.2594 • C: 250.674.1537 E: nissa1537@gmail.com

• 2017: January 12/13/14 – Midget Rep Hockey Tournament • 2018: January 27/28 – Novice Hockey Tournament • 2018: February 9/10/11 – Midget Rec Hockey Tournament

MINOR HOCKEY SCHEDULE

Division

Birth Year

Early Registration Fee by June 20

Registration Fee After June 20

Rep Fee Must be Paid by Aug 1st

Beginner Pre-Novice Novice Atom Pee Wee Bantam Midget

Pre–2012 2011–2012 2009–2010 2007–2008 2005–2006 2003–2004 2000–2002

No Discount No Discount $200 $275 $325 $375 $375

$80 $80 $325 $400 $450 $500 $500

N/A N/A N/A Development $100 $150 $150 $150

The Respect in Sport Parent Program is an effective and informative online training program for parents of active children. The one-hour online certification program reinforces a parentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s role in a child or youthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s activities, encouraging positive sport behaviours and providing insight into the various roles other individuals (such as coaches and officials) play. It empowers parents to ensure the safety of their children, encourage positive and effective communication,

and to enhance a childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fun and camaraderie of the activity. The number one reason cited for coaches, managers and officials of all ages leaving a sport is unacceptable parent behaviour. Let the Respect in Sport Parent Program help assert proper parent behaviours to create a more rewarding, safe and respectful environment for all parties involved. RIS is an online training course for coaches and sport leaders and will be the equivalent to

certification received when taking a SpeakOut! course. It is designed as a tool to assist coaches in identifying and dealing with abuse, neglect, harassment and bullying in sport. The online course curriculum is broken into six (6), 30-minute modules and includes audio/ visual presentations, quizzes and printable handouts. The course can be completed at your leisure. For more info go to bchockey.net/ RiskManagement/ParentProgram.

bchockey.net/RiskManagement/ParentProgram

ADULT HOCKEY

Adult Drop In Hockey Drop In Hockey is a great form of exercise, a way to socialize and be part of a team. All levels of experience are welcome: No matter if you haven’t played hockey in years or never; if you are keen, come and try it out. The team will support you and lend a helping hand. All Drop In hockey is $10 per session. You also have the option of purchasing a season pass: “All Ages” Hockey ½ season pass (January–mid March) for $225 or “Over 50” ½ season pass (January–mid March) for $75. Here are your options for Adult Drop In Hockey:

Men’s Hockey

Ladies’ Hockey

Season: September to mid March Skill level: from ex-pro to first time skater Full equipment is recommended but certified hockey helmets are mandatory. Men’s Drop-in Hockey (17+ years): Sunday at 7:00pm, Wednesday at 8:30pm, Friday at 8:30pm Over 50 Drop-in hockey: Friday at 7:00pm Cost is $10/ session

Season: from September to mid March Session: Sunday at 5:45pm Skill level: from ex-pro to first time skater. Full equipment and certified helmets are mandatory. Cost is $10/ session

Contact Roger Mayer @ 250.674.8712

Men’s Hockey Tournament Schedule Black Hawks Oldtimers Tournament: February 23–25. Enter as a team or individual. Year End Cabin Fever Tournament: March 16–18. No age limit. Enter as a team or individual.

Photo credit: Keith McNeill, Clearwater Times

Come on out and be part of the action.

If you have any questions, please contact: Jody Pelton-Phillips P: 250.674.0019 C: 250.674.7076 E: jlphillips7676@gmail.com

STARSKATE & CANSKATE

Photo credit: Greenscapes Photography

Raft Mountain Skating Club Raft Mountain Skating Club is a local non-profit club that was established in 1975, operated by volunteers. The club offers programs taught by NCPP certified coaches to all levels and ages of skaters.

Learn to Skate

CanSkate Junior Development

—for boys and girls ages 5 and up.

Equipment—Needed are Skates, a CSA approved hockey helmet (mandatory) as well as mitts. The skating club has good quality skates for rent.

This class is geared towards those CanSkate skaters that are almost ready for STARSkate, who want to skate twice a week and who are serious in learning more about “figure skating”.

Skating starts in September and runs until March. The club presents a year end Carnival to showcase the skills all the skaters have learned.

Preschool CanSkate

STARSkate

Learn to skate program designed for 3–6 year olds. The focus is on fun, participation and basic skill development.

This program offers opportunities for skaters of all ages to develop fundamental figure skating skills in the areas of ice dance, skating skills, free skate and interpretive skating. Unique in Canada, this program teaches figure skating skills in a group and/or private lesson format in a progressive and sequential manner and includes specifically designed awards and incentives. Skaters have the opportunity to take Skate Canada Tests through a nationally standardized testing system. Skaters who have mastered figure skating skills in STARSkate may also choose to pursue synchronized skating or pairs skating.

CanSkate

i For registration information please check our website at raftmountain.com, email our registrar at danicamarsel@hotmail.com or contact Danica Marsel at 250.674.8215. For all other skating inquiries please contact membership@raftmountain.com

Skate Canada’s flagship learn-to-skate program, designed for beginners of all ages. The program focuses on fun, participation and basic skill development. The participants will earn badges and other incentives as they learn fundamental skating skills.

OUR COACHES Teresa Heisterman and Chelsea Hindle

Teresa is a SkateCanada NCCP Level 2 certified coach and has 28 years of experience coaching figure skating. She is our STARSkate coach and has skated competitively herself.

Chelsea is our SkateCanada PreCanSkate and CanSkate coach and has 6 years of coaching experience. She brings her enthusiasm and energy to the ice as she implements the faster, more interactive New Skate Canada CanSkate program.

CURLING

Wells Gray Curling Club

Photo credit: Stefanie Poisson

Dates may change. • Mixed Skins Bonspiel: January 26 & 27, 2018 • Ladies Bonspiel: February 23,24 & 25, 2018

If this is a sport you would like to try, contact us! Contact Gwen • 250.674.3768 for pricing and more information

Clearwater Ski Hill Affordable skiing for the whole family! The Clearwater ski hill started as a tow rope operation in 1965. Over the years, it grew to a cozy family resort that includes a fast T-bar, runs for all abilities, and a spacious lodge. The operations of the hill are directed by a board of volunteers whose objectives are to make skiing in the North Thompson accessible and affordable.

LODGE RENTAL Photo Credit: Greenscapes Photography

The perfect venue for weddings, family reunion, etc. Includes commercial kitchen and outdoor covered terrace.

MEMBERSHIP Memberships will be available for the winter season. Benefits of a membership include discounts on ski lifts, equipment rentals, lodge rentals and Club’s special events. You can sign up for membership online or at the lodge.

clearwaterskihill.com | info@clearwaterskihill.com

Curling is a team sport, played by two teams of four players each on a rectangular sheet of ice. The teams take turns sliding polished stones down the ice toward a target called the ‘house’. The final positions of the stones or rocks determine the score for each end of play. Curling is a great way to get out of the house, meet old friends and make new ones. Venue: North Thompson Sportsplex Period: Two sessions run from October to December and January to March; or you can play both seasons. League play: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday nights from 7–9pm. Drop In Wednesdays at 10am. Equipment: Curling shoes and brooms, new curlers can borrow from the club. Age: 13 years and over. Join either as an individual or make a team with your friends. New players are always welcome.

Photo Credit: www.wellsgrayoutdoorsclub.ca

Wells Gray Outdoors Club Summer

Winter

The Outdoor Club is proud to offer 13km of completed, beautifully manicured mountain biking trails for mountain biking, hiking and trail running at Candle Creek.

Explore the 28km of gorgeous groomed classic and skate ski trails once the snow flies!

i For more information on dates or questions, please go to:

wellsgrayoutdoorsclub.ca facebook.com/pages/Wells-Gray-Outdoors-Club

250.674.1674 (Hazel) Wells Gray Outdoors Club 1197 Barber Road Clearwater, BC V0E 1N1 10

Rabbit Program: Youth between the ages of 4–14 years may sign up for this program This is an 8-week program teaching cross country skiing at the Candle Creek cross country ski trails, commencing in January. It encourages confidence in skiing, camaraderie, a healthy lifestyle, and a positive attitude. Birchleg 2018 will be hosted by the Wells Gray Outdoors Club in February. This is a traditional fun family event involving Viking costumes, your route of choice, a hot Norwegian style lunch, and many smiles. Keep an eye out on our website for updates on this event. Other programs like “Broads on Boards” and Sno-Cial will be announced on our Facebook page. Membership forms for the upcoming cross-country ski season are available on our website and can be dropped off at the Dutch Lake Community Centre Reception or mailed to our address. Ski trail booklets are available for purchase and make a great gift. Day users of the trails are asked to pay a fee of $10 at the honour boxes located at the parking lot or cabin.

Clear Waters Counselling Help now. Help locally. Counselling works. Private counselling puts you in the driving seat with real confidentiality assured. A properly trained, experienced, professionally registered counsellor is available to work with you or your family members here in Clearwater.

hello@clearwaters.ca | 250 674 3635 Experienced BC Registered Clinical Counsellors Counselling for individuals, couples, and young people Short and long-term therapy We live in Clearwater. We work in Clearwater. We bring 30+ years of clinical experience to our private counselling service for Clearwater. To learn more about us please do visit our website.

www.clearwaters.ca

Ready to capture your athlete at his/her favourite sport Photography by Theresa Braaten

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Photo credit: Chance Breckenridge

DAIRY QUEEN in Clearwater

250.674.0121

Kathy Fournier • kathy@clearwateremployment.ca

PROUD SPONSOR OF MINOR HOCKEY

G AT E WAY G R I L L • Located in the Clearwater Lodge • Dine in or take out • Fully licenced • We specialize in catering small and large events Red Collar Draft proudly served —brewed in Kamloops BC

250.674.8758

Fax 250.674.4006 email gatewaygrill@live.ca

Open

7 DAYS a week

CLEARWATER DENTAL CLINIC FAMILY & COSMETIC DENTISTRY

DR. SARIKA KISHORE BDS, DDS.

258 B PARK DRIVE 250.674.2151 CLEARWATER BC V0E 1N1 clearwaterdentalclinic@gmail.com

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HOW TO REGISTER

REGISTRATION—opens December 13, 2017 Register in person

at the District of Clearwater Office located at Dutch Lake Community Centre, 209 Dutch Lake Road.

Monday–Friday 8:30am–4:30pm GENERAL REGISTRATION POLICIES: 1. All registrations are processed on a first-come, first-serve basis. 2. A registration is not complete until payment is received in full. 3. Pre-registration is required for all classes except when specified as a drop in class. 4. Call CRHL Coordinator to register for all FREE programs: 250.674.8881. 5. The District of Clearwater reserves the right to cancel any programs. 6. Prices are subject to change. 7. An administration fee of $25 will be charged on all non-sufficient funds (NSF) payments. 8. In person registration- cash, cheque, VISA, MasterCard or debit; online and phone registrations VISA or MasterCard only. GST Fees in this guide do not include taxes. GST will be applied where applicable; to all programs ages 14+.

FREE Childminding

www.bookking.ca/ClearwaterPub Follow the steps 1–4 to create an account for yourself or your family and register for programs. You can pay online with Visa and MasterCard. For questions feel free to phone the Community Recreation Healthy Living Coordinator at 250.674.8881 or the DOC Office at 250.674.2257.

REFUND POLICY: Refunds will be issued in the following circumstances: 1. We had to cancel: If a minimum number of registrants are not met, we may have to cancel or combine classes due to insufficient registration. These decisions are made prior to the program start date. Please register early to avoid disappointment. A 100% refund is granted when we cancel a program. 2. Extended Illness/Injury: In cases of extended illness or injury, a prorated refund or credit may be granted upon provision of a medical note. 3. Missed classes: Classes missed due to sickness, vacation or other reasons will not be refunded or credited.

Contact: Eleanor Collins 250.674.8881 healthyliving@docbc.ca

In partnership, Yellowhead Community Services and the CRHL Program, are excited to offer FREE child minding during a selection of fitness programs. Please see fitness schedules for these times. Free childminding now requires pre-registration. Please call 250.674.3530.

REC PROGRAMS

Children & Youth Programs… Gymnastics Keiran Jones & Haliya Arduini The CRHL recreational gymnastics programs promote strength, flexibility, endurance, confidence, fitness and fun! In a fun and supportive atmosphere with our certified coaches, participants will learn proper form and techniques progressing safely through skills in each class. This program will serve as a foundation sport for any other activity your child participates in. *G ymnasts should wear clothes they can move freely in such as a body suit, yoga or sweat pants, shorts, and a tank top or t-shirt. No loose pant legs please. Gymnastic slippers or bare feet only. Long hair must be tied up.

GYMNASTICS SCHEDULE 3 Year Olds Co-Ed

Tues.

12:30–1:15pm

Jan. 23–Mar. 13

4 Year Olds Co-Ed

Tues.

1:30–2:30pm

Jan. 23–Mar. 13

$60/8 sessions $70/8 sessions

5 & 6 Girls

Tue.

2:45–3:45pm

Jan. 23–Mar. 13

$70/ 8 sessions

5 & 6 Boys

Wed.

2:45–3:45pm

Jan. 24–Mar. 14

$70/8 sessions

7 to 9 Girls

Wed.

4:00–5:00pm

Jan. 24–Mar. 14

$75/8 sessions $75/ 8 sessions

7 to 9 Boys

Tue.

4:00–5:00pm

Jan. 23–Mar. 13

7 to 9 Co-Ed

Wed.

5:10–6:10pm

Jan. 24–Mar. 14

$75/8 sessions

10+ Co-Ed

Tue.

6:00–7:30pm

Jan. 23–Mar. 13

$115/8 sessions

10+ Co-Ed

Wed.

6:15–7:45pm

Jan. 24–Mar. 14

$115/8 sessions

*ALL CLASSES TAKE PLACE AT RAFT RIVER SCHOOL MINI GYM

Teens Dryland Training—Grades 8–12

Cook It, Try It, Like It—Grades 3–7

Lu Benton Are you playing sports or just want to enhance your athletic ability? Register for Teens Dryland Training and benefit from the expertise of Personal Trainer and Advanced Strength Coach, Lu Benton. Lu will challenge you both physically and mentally, while building your speed, agility, strength and increasing flexibility! Date: Thursdays Jan. 18–Mar. 15 Time: 4–5:00pm Cost: $55 / 9 sessions Location: CSS Upper Gym

Cook It, Try It, Like It is a food skills program that provides students with hands on cooking and tasting experiences. This five week program includes 4 cooking workshops and grocery workshops and 1 grocery store nutrition tour. Participants will learn to be creative and have fun with food!

Aikido—Ages 8+

Tae Kwon Do—Ages 8 to Adult

Myrna Harrod-Taniguti Aikido is a non-competitive Japanese martial art that is practiced by people of all ages and athletic abilities. Its goal is to neutralize attacks using movement, timing, and energy to overcome aggression, without relying on physical size or strength. The class will provide an overview of the most common Aikido attacks and techniques with an emphasis on ukemi: the art of falling (and getting back up again!). Myrna Harrod-Taniguti is a second-degree black belt with over 15 years of experience practicing Aikido, including more than a decade of training at an international level at the World Aikido Headquarters in Tokyo, Japan. Date: Wednesdays, Jan. 24–Feb 28 Time: 3:15–4:15pm Cost: $50 / 6 sessions Location: Clearwater Secondary School

Wade Borneman Tae Kwon Do is a Korean martial art characterized by its emphasis on head-height kicks, jumping and spinning kicks, and fast kicking techniques. Master Borneman will incorporate a comprehensive character development program focused on respect, discipline and confidence, with a goal of building leaders in our community. As a martial arts professional, he prides himself on a high level of instruction, understanding the needs of students and allowing every student to progress at their pace. Date: Saturdays, Jan. 20–Mar. 17 (no class Feb.10) Time: 9–10:00am Cost: $65 / 8 sessions Location: Dutch Lake Community Centre

Date: TBD please call 250.674.2257 if you are interested Cost: $10 / 5 sessions Time: 3 –5:00pm Location: CSS Foods Room

Registration opens December 13 17

HAYLEY TROMP Hula hooping is my passion. I have been practicing for 3 years, setting goals for myself daily. I have always had a passion for dancing, although was too shy to perform in front of anyone. My hoops have given me the confidence to do it! I’m looking forward to spreading my love for circles and the skills I’ve learned with more people by teaching classes and doing more activities within our community.

Children & Youth Programs, continued… Hula Hooping—Ages 7–13 Hayley Tromp & Haliya Arduini Hula hooping is a fun and motivating way to promote gross motor skills such as coordination, endurance, balance, strength, and more! Through demonstration, games, practice and encouragement, your child will gain confidence and learn some awesome new hooping skills! SESSION 1: Thursdays, Jan. 25–Feb. 15 SESSION 2: Thursdays, Feb. 22–Mar. 15 Time: 3:15–4:15pm Cost: $35 / 4 sessions Location: DLCC Gym

Power Skating Michelle Pepin aka “Pep” and your body will learn to work Michelle is a fully certified NOHA Hockey Canada Hockey Coach and effortlessly for you instead of against you. The idea is to sharpen these skills Trainer Level 1, highest level of Skate Canada Power Skating Coach to the point of perfection, where skating correctly becomes a habit. certification, and Speed Skate Canada Once you achieve this level of Coach Level 1 Power Skating involves expertise, the rewards are abundant. the study of edges, balance and You will notice increased speed, and movement based on the laws of physics. It further incorporates muscular power, as well as the hidden benefits of confidence, endurance and versatility. strength, coordination and agility. These are the characteristics that make Power Skating refers to the coaching of you a valuable member of your team proper skating technique, but is often and an intimidating nightmare confused with conditioning. While onfor your opponents! ice conditioning is an important part of any hockey program, the benefits Date, time & cost: TBD of training while skating correctly are Location: North Thompson Sportsplex far more valuable. By learning and Please call if you are interested: practicing proper technique, you 250.674.2257 will begin to skate more efficiently

Fitness & Health… Basic Tabata

TBK

30 Minute Bootcamp

Eleanor Collins Tabata workouts are a great way to burn calories by doing intervals that will challenge your entire body. This intro level class includes 8 Tabata sets. You’ll perform the exercises in 20 second sets, resting for 15 seconds, repeating 6 times, for a total of a 45-minute class, including warm-up and cool down.

Lu Benton This Total Body Konditioning class incorporates strength and cardio segments using equipment such as dumbbells, Olympic bars, Plyo boxes, and your own body weight for a challenging total body workout. Recommended for intermediate to advanced fitness enthusiasts.

Sonya Dowker Burn fat and build muscle with this cardio-and-strength lunch time circuit. With short-but-intense cardio intervals, full-body strength moves, and an extra dose of ab work, you’ll slim down your entire body and tighten your tummy.

Tabata

Advanced TBK Lu Benton Advanced level TBK is designed for individuals who would seriously like to increase strength and build muscle mass. Focus will be on proper form and technique around advanced moves such as handstand pushups, cleans, box jumps and more. Recommended for athletes and intermediate to advanced fitness enthusiasts.

Sonya Dowker In this fun fast paced class, Kickboxing Fundamentals, will introduce you to proper punching, kicking and blocking techniques while also leading you through various partner drills, cardio circuits and strength training that will tone and condition your whole body. You will improve your speed, strength, endurance and flexibility!

Lu Benton/Eleanor Collins Tabata is an extremely effective High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) program. Join Lu as she challenges you through resistance and cardio intervals in this 45 minute intermediate group fitness program.

Advanced Tabata

Lu Benton Take your HIIT workout to the next level! 8 Tabatas x 10 rounds —an intense full hour burn!

Kickboxing

Registration opens December 13

REC PROGRAMS Registration opens December 13 Photo credit: Indigo Thyme Imagery

Fitness & Health, continued…

FITNESS CLASS SCHEDULE SESSION 1

Instructor

Mon. 12:05–12:50pm

Tabata

Jan. 15–Feb. 26 (no class Feb. 12)

Mon. 5:15–6:15pm

Advanced Tabata

Mon. 6:30–7:15pm

Tabata

Tues. 5:30–6:30pm

$43 DLCC Gym

Eleanor Collins

Jan. 15–Feb.26 (no class Feb. 12)

$45 DLCC Gym

Lu Benton

Jan. 15–Feb. 26 (no class Feb. 12)

$43 DLCC Gym

Lu Benton

TBK

Jan. 16–Feb. 20

$45 DLCC Gym

Lu Benton

Wed. 9:00–9:45am

Basic Tabata

Jan. 17–Feb. 21

$40 DLCC Gym

Eleanor Collins

Wed. 12:15–12:45pm

30 Minute Bootcamp

Jan. 17–Feb. 21

$30 DLCC Gym

Sonya Dowker

Wed. 6:30–7:30pm

Advanced Tabata

Jan. 17–Feb. 21

$45 DLCC Gym

Lu Benton

Thur. 5:30–6:30pm

Advanced TBK

Jan. 18–Mar. 1 (no class Feb. 22)

$45 CSS Upper Gym

Lu Benton

Thur. 6:15–7:15pm

Kickboxing

Jan. 25–Mar. 1

$43 DLCC Gym

Sonya Dowker

Mon. 12:05–12:50pm

Tabata

Mar. 5–Apr. 16 (no class Apr. 2)

Mon. 5:15–6:15pm

Advanced Tabata

Mon. 6:30–7:15pm

Tabata

Tues. 5:30–6:30pm

FREE childminding: MUST pre-register 250.674.3530

SESSION 2

Instructor $43 DLCC Gym

Eleanor Collins

Mar. 5–Apr. 16 (no class Apr. 2)

$45 DLCC Gym

Lu Benton

Mar. 5–Apr. 16 (no class Apr. 2)

$43 DLCC Gym

Lu Benton

TBK

Mar. 6–Apr. 10

$45 DLCC Gym

Lu Benton

Wed. 9:00–9:45am

Basic Tabata

Mar. 7–Apr. 11

$43 DLCC Gym

Eleanor Collins

Wed. 12:15–12:45pm

30 Minute Bootcamp

Mar. 7–Apr. 11

$30 DLCC Gym

Sonya Dowker

Wed. 6:30–7:30pm

Advanced Tabata

Mar. 7–Apr. 11

$45 DLCC Gym

Lu Benton

Thur. 5:30–6:30pm

Advanced TBK

Mar. 8–Apr. 19 (no class Mar. 22)

$45 CSS Upper Gym

Lu Benton

Thur. 6:15–7:15pm

Kickboxing

Mar. 8–Apr. 12

$43 DLCC Gym

Sonya Dowker

Mon. 12:05–12:50pm

Tabata

Apr. 23–Jun. 4 (no class May 21)

Mon. 5:15–6:15pm

Advanced Tabata

Mon. 6:30–7:15pm

Tabata

Tues. 5:30–6:30pm

FREE childminding: MUST pre-register 250.674.3530

SESSION 3

Instructor $43 DLCC Gym

Eleanor Collins

Apr. 23–Jun. 4 (no class May 21)

$45 DLCC Gym

Lu Benton

Apr. 23–Jun. 4 (no class May 21)

$43 DLCC Gym

Lu Benton

TBK

Apr. 24–May 29

$45 DLCC Gym

Lu Benton

Wed. 9:00–9:45am

Basic Tabata

Apr. 25–May 30

$43 DLCC Gym

Eleanor Collins

Wed. 12:15–12:45pm

30 Minute Bootcamp

Apr. 25–May 30

$30 DLCC Gym

Sonya Dowker

Wed. 6:30–7:30pm

Advanced Tabata

Apr. 25–May 30

$45 DLCC Gym

Lu Benton

Thur. 5:30–6:30pm

Advanced TBK

Apr. 26–May 31

$45 CSS Upper Gym

Lu Benton

FREE childminding: MUST pre-register 250.674.3530

Fitness & Health, continued…

Registration opens December 13

Flow Yoga

Mindful Yoga

Sabine Cooperman This yoga is full of movement and motion. The focus being on alignments and technique. It also helps you with your breathing and relaxation, while strengthening and stretching. Postures can be modified to suit most fitness levels. Beginners welcome. FREE childminding available: MUST pre-register by calling 250.674.3530 (Wed. 12–1:00pm class only)

Sylvia Arduini Back from her journey to India for a Iyengar Yoga retreat at Kripa Foundation, Sylvia will share her newfound knowledge of the Iyengar style Yoga practice. The focus will be on balance poses with attention to proper alignment. Emphasis will be on the connection to breath in movement or stillness.

YOGA CLASS SCHEDULE SESSION 1 Mon. 5:15–6:15pm

Flow Yoga

Wed. 10:45–11:30am Sit & Be Fit Srs Chair Yoga Wed. 12:00–1:00pm Flow Yoga

Jan. 29–Mar. 26 (no class Feb. 12) Jan. 10–Jun. 27 (no class Jan. 24) Jan. 31–Mar. 28

Wed. 5:15–6:15pm

Flow Yoga

Thur. 9:00–10:00am

$65/8 sessions DLCC Evergreen Acres Hall $72/9 sessions DLCC

Sabine Cooperman

Jan. 31–Mar. 28

$72/9 sessions DLCC

Sabine Cooperman

Yoga

Feb. 1–Mar. 29

$72/9 sessions DLCC

Sylvia Arduini

SESSION 2 Mon. 5:15–6:15pm

Flow Yoga

$65/8 sessions DLCC

Instructor Sabine Cooperman

Wed. 12:00–1:00pm

Flow Yoga

Apr. 9–Jun. 4 (no class May 21) Apr. 11–Jun. 6

$72/9 sessions DLCC

Sabine Cooperman

Wed. 5:15–6:15pm

Flow Yoga

Apr. 11–Jun. 6

$72/9 sessions DLCC

Sabine Cooperman

Thur. 9:00–10:00am

Yoga

Apr. 12–Jun. 7

$72/9 sessions DLCC

Sylvia Arduini

Call 250-674-2257 to Register FREE childminding: MUST pre-register 250.674.3530

FREE childminding: MUST pre-register 250.674.3530

FREE

Aikido –Teens & Adults Myrna Harrod-Taniguti Myrna Harrod-Taniguti is a second-degree black belt with over 15 years of experience practicing Aikido, including more than a decade of training at an international level at the World Aikido Headquarters in Tokyo, Japan. Aikido is a non-competitive Japanese martial art that is practiced by people of all ages and athletic abilities. Its goal is to neutralize attacks using movement, timing, and energy to overcome aggression, without relying on physical size or strength. The program will provide an overview of the most common Aikido attacks and techniques with an emphasis on ukemi: the art of falling (and getting back up again!). Parent/child practice welcome. Date: Wednesdays, Jan. 24–Feb. 28 Time: 6:30–7:30pm Cost: $50 / 6 sessions Location: Clearwater Secondary School

Instructor Sabine Cooperman

Photo credit: Indigo Thyme Imagery

Sabine/Sylvia

Mobility Stretching –Teens & Adults Lu Benton Designed for athletes, power lifters and intermediate to advanced fitness enthusiasts, this program will give participants the knowledge to target specific ligaments and joints when stretching, to assist in performance enhancement. Date: Tuesday, Feb. 27 Time: 5:30–7:00pm Cost: $15 Location: DLCC Gym

Go Outdoors… Run Club This program is for all levels with a focus on the social aspect of running. Together the group will explore local trails and pound a bit of pavement too! Date: Saturdays, TBD Time: 9:00am Cost: FREE Location: TBD Please call if you are interested: 250.674.2257

Mountain Bike Social The CRHL program is currently looking for an individual with mountain bike skills and knowledge of local trails who is willing to volunteer to lead this program. If you are interested, please email Eleanor: healthyliving@docbc.ca

Pay & Play Sports… For Grades 8 to Adults: Under 18 years require a waiver signed by a parent or guardian

Community Volleyball

Registration opens December 13

Bump, set, spike! Bring some friends or make some new ones while having a great time and getting in some exercise. This popular activity draws all levels of players. Date: Tuesdays, Jan. 16–Mar. 13 Time: 7:30–9:00pm Cost: $2 Drop In Location: CSS Gym

Community Indoor Soccer This fun program is offered to all levels of soccer skills for ages 13+ to adult. Date: Thursdays, Jan. 11–Mar. 15 (except Feb. 22) Time: 6:30–8:00pm Cost: $2 Drop In Location: CSS Gym

Photo credit: Indigo Thyme Imagery

Active Aging… Senior’s Sit & Be Fit

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Sabine Cooperman & Sylvia Arduini The Sit and Be Fit Program is an innovative health and exercise program that helps older adults live healthy, active lifestyles. Follow instructor Sabine Cooperman as she leads you through a series of resistance exercises, with or without weight (water bottles or light dumbbells) and stretches to help you build muscle and keep fit. Equipment provided. This program is being offered in partnership with Wells Gray Country Senior’s Society.

Come and enjoy some cards and socializing! All levels of players welcome. Date: Starting Tuesdays, Jan. 9 Time: 7:00pm start Cost: FREE–Just show up! Location: DLCC Senior’s Room

Date: Wed. Jan. 10–Jun. 9 (no class Jan. 24) Time: 10:45–11:30am Cost: FREE—To register call 250.674.2257 Location: Evergreen Acres Hall

Indoor Walking Club The Indoor Walking Club is a community program suitable for individuals who would benefit from the positive effects of low impact exercise. This program is free and offers a safe, climate controlled environment with level ground to facilitate easy walking. Increase intensity by walking the stairs in the extended loop. Please wear indoor shoes. Date: Mondays, Jan. 15–Feb. 26 • 6:45–7:45am or 3:45–4:45pm (except Feb. 12) Thursdays, Jan. 18–Mar. 1 • 3:45–4:45pm (except Feb. 22) Cost: FREE—To register call 250.674.2257 Location: Clearwater Secondary School

Learn to Play Pickleball! Brian Burgess Brian is back to offer another Learn to Play Pickleball workshop! So what is Pickleball? A racquet sport that combines elements of badminton, tennis, and table tennis, Pickleball is played with two, three, or four players using solid paddles to hit a perforated ball (similar to a wiffle ball) over a low net. All equipment provided. Date: Sunday, Jan 7 Time: 1–2:00pm Cost: FREE—To register call 250.674.2257 Location: DLCC Gym

Drop in Pickleball Due to the overwhelming response of those who participated in the Pickleball “Try It” workshop held in the fall of 2017, the CRHL program is excited to be offering drop in Pickleball at the community centre! Katie Koldyk is an avid Pickleball player and is keen to share her knowledge through leading this community program! Drop in and try the sport that has been increasingly popular among adults, especially seniors. All equipment provided. Date: Thur. Jan. 11–Mar. 15 Time: 12:30–2:00pm Registration Cost: $2 drop ins opens Location: DLCC Gym December 13

SHARON NEUFELD Sharon Neufeld, RMT continues to educate herself to expand her 30 year practice of massage therapy and fuel her interest in integrative health science. With a focus on keeping well with aging challenges, she has increased her knowledge of healthy active living through studies in Hanna Somatics.

Registration opens December 13

Wellness… SomatiKa Sharon Neufeld RMT Aging can be a series of forgetting how to move when long held pain and movement traumas are held in the body’s memory. Somatika retrains the body how to move in balance, gently without strain or pain, through slow, mindful movements. The result is a reduction of pain and an increase in function. This occurs when the soma (the body as it is aware of itself) is awakened. Amnesia in the map of the body, this happens with pain, trauma and movement patterns. This improves and can disappear, hence quality of life is better as activities increase. Other benefits include increased physical and mental wellness, decrease in anxiety, deeper sleep, relief of GI difficulties and memory. Date: Wed. Feb. 7–Mar. 28 Time: 6:30–7:30pm Cost: $65/8 weeks Location: DLCC

Massage for Couples Sharon Neufeld RMT & Tiana Macintosh RMT Relationships need connection and massage is an easy way for couples to help each other handle the stress of our busy lives. It can help us relax together and spend quality time focusing on each other. These qualities build links in relationships leading to cohesiveness and connection and increases happiness while decreasing pain. Lunch included. Date: Sat. Feb. 10 Time: 10:00am–3:00pm Cost: $50 per couple Location: Forest House Wellness

Mother/Daughter Communication Session Vix Meyer In this session you will be given the opportunity to gain fresh perspectives and clarity in what you are hearing and speaking. This will enhance your communication when in challenging circumstances, and help strengthen your relationship. Date: Tues. Jan. 23 Time: 6–9:00pm Cost: $25/1 session Location: Dutch Lake Community Centre

Dealing with Conflict Positively Vix Meyer This workshop will focus on communication, boundaries and perspectives, in order for each of us to understand conflict and difficulties in a healthier way. You will leave with a strong sense of self, recognizing your ability to share your thoughts and feelings in a positive way. Date: Tues. Mar. 6 Time: 6–9:00pm Cost: $25/1 session Location: Dutch Lake Community Centre

VIX MEYER Personal Development Coach I’m often asked “What is a personal development life coach?” I assist and support individual souls to question their thoughts and their beliefs, as that is what creates our feelings and our realities. We all want to pursue happiness, and through my ups and downs, I’ve taken many personal and

spiritual routes to find out: what makes happiness!? I’ve taken many courses, and studied personal development topics for over a decade. Along the way, I’ve cultivated some practices and utilized some tools that have helped me find more joy and peace, than I ever thought possible.

My friends and family are constantly supporting me, cheering me on, and teaching me to live life more fully. I’ve been told that I have a gift in helping others find their own self-acceptance and I feel very blessed when given opportunities to share that gift with others.

SENIORS

Wells Gray Country Seniors Society Seniors Scheduled Events Bunco 3rd Tuesday of the month at the Seniors Centre

Seniors Luncheon Schedule At the Elks Hall January 9, February 13, March 13, April 10, May 8 • Topics TBA Senior Society monthly meeting 1st Wednesday of each month

Whist (card game) 2nd Thursday of the month at the Seniors Centre

Writers’ Circle 1st & 3rd Thursday of the month at the Library

Sit and Be Fit Every Wednesday 10:45– 11:30am at Evergreen Acres

Book Club Last Thursday of the month at the Library

Cyber Seniors Every Wednesday at 3:00pm at the Seniors Centre

The Senior Drop In Centre is located at 209 Dutch Lake Road. For information on bus trips or any other senior events and activities call Lynne at 250.674.8185

FEBRUARY

28 Save the Date! February 28, 2018 9:30am–2:00pm

Wells Gray Country Senior Society 10th anniversary, past and present presidents. Left to right Sandra Holmes, Eileen Sedgwick, Evelyn Warner, Drake Smith, Murray Stockton. Submitted by Lynne Frizzle

SENIORS SYMPOSIUM Speakers from Seniors First BC and BC Community Response Networks Information from local organizations on seniors related topics Lunch will be supplied

Delicious Belgian chocolates and dense pearl sugar Belgian butter waffles made by wonderful Belgians in the middle of nowhere. Who would have expected to find this gem in Clearwater? If you see a waffle stand on a parking lot somewhere around Clearwater, treat yourself to some goodness. Helmcken Falls look so much better with a freshly made waffle or chocolate truffle in your mouth :) —Phillipe Schlesser

CHOCOLATES | WAFFLES | LOCAL HANDMADE GIFTS 86 Young Road, Clearwater BC Tuesday–Saturday 10am–4pm Winter hours vary facebook.com/Hemlckenchocolatesandwaffles/

HELMCKEN CHOCOLATES

Photo credit: Chance Breckenridge

/7 to Blue River 24 Serving Little Fort

Clearwater Towing Ltd.

• Fuel Delivery • Licensed Mechanic Available • Recoveries • Deck Truck Services • Lockouts • Used Auto Parts

Photo credit: Christine Westerveld

Tel: 250.674.3123 • Cell: 250.674.1427 Fax: 250.674.3091 516 Swanson Road, Clearwater BC

Community Groups C O M M U N I T Y C L U B S & O R G A N I Z AT I O N S Badminton Mondays & Wednesday 7:30–9:30pm at CSS Gym, October to March, $4 Drop-in. Contact Dennis 250.674.2518 Beta Sigma Phi Women’s group that meet in members’ homes once or twice a month. Cultural programs are held to encourage personal growth. Contact: Wendy Pollard 250.676.9565 or Lynda Dunkley 250.674.3437

Clearwater Secondary Parents Advisory Council Contact: Sabine Cooperman 250.674.1765 • Email: sabines_ greens@hotmail.com

Central North Thompson Rod & Gun Club Ron & Gwen Anderson 250.674.3768 cntrodandgunclub.weebly.com

Clearwater Red Cross Located at 132 Clearwater Station Road and open every Tuesday 10am– 1pm except holidays. Contact Barb Hall (volunteer) at 250.674.7097 (call anytime for emergencies).

Changes That Heal A volunteer group that is taking action against violence and abuse. Phone: 250.674.0148

Clearwater Rotary Club Margo Venema or Abbey Bates 250.674.2127. Wednesday at Wells Gray Inn 7:00pm.

Clearwater Carpet Bowlers Held at Evergreen Acres Seniors Centre (144 Evergreen Place, Clearwater). Each Monday and Thursday, 1–3pm. $5 yearly membership, $1 for bowling or $2 for non-members/drop ins. Any level of experience welcome or come and learn how. For more info, contact 250.674.3675

Clearwater Sno-Drifters Contact Tom Meland at 250.674.3228. The club meets the 1st Thursday of the month between October and April.

Clearwater & District Food Bank 742 Clearwater Village Road. Contact Harry James at 250.674.7196 or Sherry Joubert at 250.587.6269 Clearwater & District Highway and Rescue Society 250.674.8418 Clearwater & District Historical Book Committee Publisher of “North Thompson Reflections”. Historical and cookbooks available for purchase as well Contact: Goldie Krawec 250.674.3292 or Solveig Graffunder 250.674.2660 Clearwater & District Hospice Society Contact Eileen Sedgewick 250.674.2400

Clearwater Curiosity Shoppe Society is running the Curiosity Shoppe Thrift Store located at 742 Clearwater Village Road open Friday and Saturday 10am to 4pm. Contact: Heidi Funk at 250.674.3133

Clearwater Volunteer Fire Department New members welcome. For more info contact Mike Smith, Fire Chief at 250.674.2257 or msmith@docbc.ca Disc Golf Casual play night at the Ski Hill Thursday nights, starting at 6:30pm, FREE. For more info contact Dennis or Christine 250.674.3562 Dr. Helmcken Hospital Auxiliary, Thrift Store/Gift Corner 250.674.9433 Evergreen Acres Senior Citizen Society 250.674.0099 Evergeen Coffee & Crafts 250.674.0099 Friendly Club Howard Nielson 250.587.6241 Girl Guides runs from September till May/June. We always welcome girls and women.(We have members aged 5–80+ in Clearwater).

We offer opportunities for girls to camp and experience the outdoors, do crafts and have girls involved in community events. Levels we offer in Clearwater are: Sparks (for girls in Kindergarten to grade 1), Brownies (for girls in grades 2–3), Guides (for girls in grades 4–6) and Pathfinders (for girls in grades 7–9). Local girls can contact Katrina Link at 250.674.3977 Mens Support Group Tuesdays, 7–9pm, by donation 250.674.3338 Murtle River Nordics 250.674.3627 North Thompson Aboriginal Cultural Centre Society — Cultural Workshop — Gift Shop and Museum — Cultural Events — Early Childhood Programs — Drop-in Centre and Gathering Place Contact: 250.674.3703 #211–117 Clearwater Station Road, PO Box 233, Clearwater BC, V0E 1N0 ntaboriginal.ccs@gmail.com aboriginalculture.ca North Thompson Arts Council Find us on Facebook. North Thompson Communities Foundation Each year through donations and legacies from individuals and organizations throughout the North Thompson Valley, the North Thompson Communities Foundation is able to sponsor up to $5000 worth of grants to organizations throughout the valley. Contact: Cheryl Thomas 250.674.3260 • Email: ntcommunitiesfoundation @gmail.com • Website: ntcommunitiesfoundation.com North Thompson Music Guild Sam Willan samwillan57@gmail.com North Thompson Women In Business

Contact: Fay McCracken thingstodoclearwaterbc.com Raccoon Strong Start At Raft River Elementary. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 8:45–11:45am. At Vavenby Elementary Wednesdays from 8:50–11:50am. For more info, email Jody at jphillips@sd73.bc.ca Raft River Elementary School Parents Advisory Council Check http://raft-river.sd73.bc.ca/ for meeting dates. All parents of Raft River Students welcome. Email: raftriverpac@gmail.com Website: www.facebook.com/ raftriver.pac Raft River Rock Hound David Cooper 250.587.6213 Riverside Fitness Centre 5:00am–11:00pm, 7 days/week. Electronic FOB key entry. 250.674.0001 info@riveradventures.ca Royal Canadian Legion Contact Calvin Lutz at 250.674.4008 or Charlotte Cederholm at 250.676.9251 EVENTS Cribbage Wednesdays at 1pm. Contact Sherry Joubert 250.587.6269 Fun Darts Fridays at 7pm. Contact Joe Short 250.676.9409 Meat Draw 3:00pm/ Legion Dinners 6pm: Alternating Saturdays, Contact Lynda Jacobsen 250.674.3476 or Charlotte Cederholm 250.676.9251 Royal Order Clearwater Elks #499 Contact Phyllis Bucknell 250.674.3535 EVENTS: Pancake Breakfast May–October Senior’s Workshop 2nd Tuesday of the month Bingo 2nd Sunday of the month Royal Purple #302 250.674.3260 Rodeo Redneck 4H Club rodeoredneck@hotmail.ca Star Lake Women’s Institute

250.587.6323 Thompson Nicola Regional District —Area “A” (Wells Gray Country) 209 Dutch Lake Road Mission Statement: Wells Gray Country Services Committee will assist the Thompson-Nicola Regional District (TNRD) to administer local services through advice on: North Thompson Sportsplex, Community Parks, Television Rebroadcasting, Cemeteries, Recreation, Blackpool Street Lighting, Clearwater Transit, Grants-in-Aid allocations, Economic Promotion and Development Initiatives. Contact: Director— Carol Schaffer • director.cschaffer @tnrd.ca or Services Coordinator— Sherri Madden • smadden@tnrd.ca 250.674.3530 • Website: tnrd.ca Thompson Nicola Regional District —Area “B” (Thompson Headwaters) 209 Dutch Lake Rd, Clearwater and Box 173, Blue River The Thompson Headwaters Services Committee, through a Manager, shall oversee the dayto-day operations of the services hereinafter noted, that are provided to the residents of Electoral Area “B” (Thompson Headwaters): Cemeteries; Community Halls; Community Parks; Recreation; Economic Development and Tourism; and Grants-in-Aids provided to numerous non-profit societies. Contact: Willow MacDonald (Director) or Sherri Madden • smadden@tnrd.ca 250.674.3530 Website: tnrd.ca Wells Gray Community Forest 2010 Society 209 Dutch Lake Rd The purposes of the society are: 1. To promote the economic and social welfare of the residents of the Wells Gray Country (including the District of Clearwater), including the provision of support for benevolent and charitable enterprises, federations, agencies and societies engaged in furthering these purposes; 2. To hold the shares, and receive all the benefit

COMMUNITY GROUPS

of the shareholdings, of the Wells Gray Community Forest Corporation, which company manages a Community Forest License (the “Community Forest”) in the Wells Gray Country (Thompson-Nicola Regional District Electoral Area ‘A’). Contact: Richard Christensen • Email: rchristen51@gmail.com Website: www.wgcfc.ca Wells Gray Outdoor Club Offering Jackrabbits cross country ski program. Like us on Facebook or go to wellsgrayoutdoorsclub.ca for more info. Wells Gray Riders Association Recreational horse riding club for all disciplines. Trail riding, mantracker, drill team, clinics and gymkhanas. Meetings at 6pm on 1st Wednesday of the month at Wells Gray Inn. Like us on Facebook or go to wellsgrayriders.com for more info. Wells Gray Trails Society 6664 Clearwater Valley Rd The Wells Gray Trail Society maintains the winter cross-country ski trails in Wells Gray Park Contact: Andrew Nelson 250.674.3657 Fax: 250.674.2971 • Email: info@helmckenfalls.com

COMMUNITY H A L L R E N TA L S B.P.O. Elks #499 250.674.3535 Blackpool Community Hall 250.674.3530 Clearwater Ski Hill 250.674.3348 Dutch Lake Community Center 250.674.3530 Evergreen Acres Senior Hall 250.674.0099 Royal Canadian Legion #259 250.676.9591 Upper Clearwater Hall 250.674.3530 Vavenby Community Hall 250.676.9591

TRU

Education to Go (Ed2go) http://Ed2go.com/tru-clearwater

Clearwater Course Listings True Colours Manage Conflict and Create Personal Success—Course 1 (foundation) Are you blue, green orange or gold? Use the engaging personal assessment program to fine tune what suits you best and what will create the most success for you at work and home. Learn ways to understand others, to avoid conflict, to communicate more easily and to know that you are being heard. Fee: $50 March 24, Saturday, 9am–noon May 19, Saturday, 9am–noon

Affordable, fun, fast, convenient, and geared just for you. Ed2go offers a wide range of highly interactive courses that you can take entirely over the internet. Things to know about the Ed2go courses: • Comprehensive online courses in a convenient six-week format • Expert instructor lead each course, many of whom are nationally know • Engaging student discussion areas • New sessions starting monthly, the third Wednesday of each month • Most courses start at $125

Check out these Ed2go courses: Introduction to Interior Design • $125 Interior design takes training as well as talent, and these lessons will give you the know-how you need to design a room from floor to ceiling. You’ll delve into color theory, industry trends, spatial arrangements, floor plans, traditional and modern interior design ideas, and other basics.

Drawing for the Absolute Beginner • $125

Clearwater TRU Office Community Coordinator: Susan Ross Address: Dutch Lake Community Centre 209 Dutch Lake Road, Clearwater, BC V0E 1N2 For the full TRU program schedule contact the TRU office

Phone: 250.674.3530 ext. 107 Cell: 778.220.3488 Fax: 250.674.3540 Email: sross@tru.ca Web: tru.ca/regional

Your call is extremely important to me. If you can’t reach me by phone, please email sross@tru.ca. Thanks, Susan

Have you always been interested in drawing, but never really knew how to get started? If so, then this is definitely the course for you! Gain a solid foundation and understanding of the basics to drawing and become the artist you’ve always dreamed you could be!

Introduction to Guitar • $125 Learn to play guitar, and become the musician you’ve always wanted to be! In these fun and informative lessons, you’ll build basic guitar skills step-by-step with the help of hands-on exercises, audio and video recordings, and detailed illustrations, blog and audio and video podcast using tools that you already have on your computer—no paid software or equipment is needed.

YCS

Yellowhead Community Services Early Years Centre

Tumble Bumble

A drop-in centre with a comfortable family room and gymnasium for children and their families/caregivers to play, socialize and access resources and information for families. • All ages • Permanently offered • 8:30am–4:30pm most weekdays • Dutch Lake Community Centre • Contact Kerry Milner Cairns

Free, parent or caregiver supervised program in the gymansium. Balls, tunnels and slides and more! • Preschool • November 2017–April 2018 • 1:30–3:00pm Mondays (except holidays) • Dutch Lake Community Centre Gym • Contact Kerry Milner Cairns

Vavenby and Blue River Playgroups Please contact the Early Years Coordinator for more information. • Preschool

Free six week cooking course for healthy eating on a budget. • Adults • Contact Joanna Hurst

Parent Child Mother Goose

Soup Kettle

A free program for parents and their young children which focuses on the pleasure and power of using rhymes, songs, and stories together. A healthy snack is provided. • Preschool • Permanently offered • 10:30–11:30am Thursdays • Dutch Lake Community Centre • Contact Kerry Milner Cairns

Delicious homemade soup and buns provided by donation. In cooperation with the Challengers. • All ages • October 2017–May 2018 • Fridays 11:30am–1:00pm • Dutch Lake Community Centre • Contact Nikki Vincent

Clearwater Playgroup Free drop-in program for parents with preschool children. Free-play, games, activities, and a healthy snack. • Preschool • Permanently offered • 10:00am–12:00pm Tuesdays • Dutch Lake Community Centre • Contact Kerry Milner Cairns

Food Skills for Families

Christmas Good Food Boxes Low-cost, nutritious hampers just in time for the holiday season. Purchase for yourself or as a gift for a family in need. In partnership with the Salvation Army • December 2017 • Contact Johanna Hurst

Neighbourhood Kitchen Program participants cook low-cost, healthy meals to take home in a group setting. • Adults • October 2017–May 2018 • Fridays 9:30–11:30am • Dutch Lake Community Centre • Contact Johanna Hurst

Teen Night Activities include use of gym for sports, movie nights, arts and crafts, special events and a safe place for youth to hang out and socialize with friends. No cost to attend. Small cash concession on site. • 12–18 years • November 10, 2017–June 30, 2018 • Fridays 7:00–10:00pm • Dutch Lake Community Centre • Contact Nikki Vincent

Infant Massage Free program taught by a certified International Association of Infant Massage instructor. Massage helps parents connect with their baby and respond to their needs through nuturing touch and communication. Oils and snacks provided • Infants / Preschool • Contact Susanne Butcher

YCS Main Office S usanne Butcher, Program Facilitator 250.674.2600 Nikki Vincent, Program Manager DLCC Office 250.674.3530

Kerry Milner Cairns, DLCC Manager & Literacy Outreach Coordinator Joanna Hurst, Food Security Coordinator

Photo credits: Indigo Thyme Imagery

Welcome to the

Dutch Lake Community Centre (DLCC)! SERVICES:

District of Clearwater Services

Community Corrections

• Municipal Hall • Clearwater Preschool • Motor Vehicle / ICBC • North Thompson Arts Council • Council Meetings in Council Chambers • Service Canada • Wells Gray • Ministry of Social Community Forest Development —Trusted 3rd Party • Clearwater and District Chamber of Commerce • Literacy • Tourism Wells Gray • Mother Goose • Wells Gray Services Coordinator (TNRD Area A) • TRU Satellite Campus • Senior’s Drop In Centre

Monday–Friday 8:30am–4:30pm Closed all weekends and statutory holidays. Phone: 250.674.2257 Fax: 250.674.2173 Email: admin@docbc.ca Municipal Hall • Motor Vehicle/ ICBC Council Meetings in Council Chambers Senior’s Drop In Centre

KAMLOOPS 102–455 Columbia Street Kamloops, BC V2C 3A5 Office phone 250.828.4008 or toll free 1.888.716.1211 Fax 250.371.3758 Clearwater Circuit Court Only open for Court Dates

Dutch Lake Community Centre Monday–Thursday 8:30–12:00, 1:00–4:30 Friday 8:30–11:00, 1:00–4:30 Closed all weekends and statutory holidays Phone: 250-674-3530 Fax: 250-674-3540 Email: dlcc@yellowheadcs.ca

Clearwater Campus

Services Coordinator for Areas “A” and “B”

Third Party for Income Assistance, Business Centre, Facilities Rentals, Literacy Outreach, Food Security, Clearwater Preschool and the Early Years Centre