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Water Comes to Life

LilacWalk - Page 7

VES Plants Trees - Page 7

“20-Megawatt Power Plant”

Jerome Campbell of TransAlta leads a tour of the Wecmilcetkwe Power Facility on Bone Creek just north of Blue River on June 3rd. Photo by Andrea Scholz

Daniel Betts Editor

T Nicely Matched - Page 8 Classifieds - Page 12

he run of the river power generator on Bone Creek just north of Blue River was humming during the dedication ceremony that was held at the facility on June 3rd. In just 9 months 6 kilometres of 7 foot penstock was laid, intake, spillway, head pond and powerhouse was built, turbines and generators were installed and BC Hydro completed a substation and interconnection. The 20-megawatt facility draws from a slipstream off the side of the river and delivers it to the powerhouse 6 kilometres away at 280 PSI, to run two Horizontal Francis Turbines built by Litostr out of

Slovania and powering Indar generators out of Spain. The facility, which can generate power to supply 4500 homes, will operate from April to December or January depending upon the weather and will shut down for 3 winter months depending upon snow melt. The dedication was a celebration of the completion of the facility as well as a way to provide special thanks to those who helped in its construction. Members of the Simpcw First Nation were on hand during the dedication to bless the facility and receive a special dedication plaque naming the facility, “Wecmilcetkwe,” which means “Water comes to life.”

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Wecmilcetkwe - Continued from Front Page “Wecmilcetkwe is a word used in ceremony by our elders,” explained Charli Fortier, Simpcw Community Youth Rep. “When we say, ‘wecmilcetkwe’ and splash water on the rock it is asking the water to come to life. We use water in every ceremony. Water is the most powerful medicine for our people,” Fortier explained. Simpcw members were heavily involved with the construction of the facility providing environmental monitoring, road maintenance, security, sight clearing and excavation. “It is a good day,” said Chief Nathan Matthew of the Simpcw First Nation. “Because of our connection with the land we have an obligation to protect it and if we do it right we can expect some benefit from those resources that are here.” Matthew reminded the audience that the land sustained the same people for literally thousands of years. In traditional times the Simpcw people followed the caribou herds through the area and were very familiar with that part of the country. The Simpcw First Nation formed a particular relationship with the land and while the involvement and relationship with the land may have changed since those times the occupancy and interest of the Simpcw First Nation continues and includes the obligation to continue to protect its resources. Matthew emphasised the accomplishment of being able to work with corporate and government entities to ensure that the land is protected and that the Simpcw people are involved with their continued responsibilities in the area. “As long as we continue doing that we can continue to benefit from these arrangements. Certainly we’ve been able to make arrangements for that kind of benefit in terms of jobs we’ve been able to secure and ongoing economic benefits that we foresee for our people and others in the region as a result of the work that has happened here,” Matthew said. The Wecmilcetkwe Power Generator is a positive accomplishment and proves that low environmental impact projects can be successfully completed to the benefit of Valley communities.

“Simpcw First Nation”

Above: Simpcw First Nation members perform a blessing during the opening dedication of the Wecmilcetkwe Power Facility on June 2nd. Below: Simpcw First Nation members perform a lively song in celebration of the Wecmilcetkwe Power Plant opening, north of Blue River. Photos by Andrea Scholz

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Local News

Rent Increase for Children’s Activity Centre Donalda Beeson Contributor

t was recently brought to the attention of the Valemount Children’s Activity Society (VCAS) that the Village of Valemount has proposed a rent increase for use of the Community Hall where VCAS currently operates. The VCAS Board of Directors was shocked at the proposed minimum rent increase of almost 425%, especially since they were not made aware of the March 21st resolution until recently and have yet to receive a letter. VCAS asked questions and addressed their concerns by letter at the May 24th Council meeting. VCAS said they have “always regarded their low rent as a sign of support from the Village for what they are endeavouring to do, however with the latest information they are feeling discouraged, disheartened and rather concerned about the intent of the Village Council.” In their letter they said it’s important to remember they operate a non-profit organization with a parent-run volunteer Board of Directors and small staff and rely upon fundraising events and donations for financial support. Last year they struggled to keep the centre open with staff changes, a drop in enrolment, and licensing issues. They consider themselves an essential service, with low fees to offer affordable, licensed, consistent, safe and quality childcare. Some of the children who attend the centre are “mandated by the Ministry of Children and Families to attend in order to gain necessary life skills, language development and nurturing.” They currently operate with an hourly rate of $3.75 for childcare. Valemount and McBride have the lowest rates in B.C. but it’s reflective of our local economic conditions. In addition, subsidy only covers a maximum of $500 a month for daycare and $250 a month for preschool; if the rates were any higher many parents simply wouldn’t be able to send their children. VCAS understands the cost of living is rising and would understand a 2–3% rent increase, as “was agreed upon before last year’s lease was signed.” However, they feel this raise in rent is unrealistic and unfair, and said they “simply cannot accommodate it and continue to operate.” In his administration report to Council, CAO Tom Dall said VCAS low rent gave them

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an unfair advantage over other potential daycares. VCAS said “there has only been one other ‘license not required’ day home in the past couple of years, operated from a private residence where the operator did not have to pay extra for her daycare space.” VCAS believes there is ample opportunity for potential private daycares in the village as they are unable to accommodate infants at this time. In addition, unlike private daycares, public daycare is held to provincial licensing and health standards, strict adult to child ratios, and advanced early childcare training standards; requirements that make the service more expensive to run, but also ensures a high-quality, reliable environment. If they were able to ‘save’ money this year they would also fund further staff education and pursue further upgrades such as new playground equipment, a shed and a washing machine. VCAS chairperson Amanda Gunderson, as a mother of two children who love attending the centre, said it is so important for people to realize the centre is essential. If it wasn’t for the centre, Gunderson wonders what Valemount kids would do? ‘They would have Learning nothing to base their Centre first day of kindergar250-566-4601 ten on,” said Gunderson, as is the case with her son who she LOCAL JOB said is very shy. In POSTINGS addition she said at Updated June 8, Updated June 8,2011 2011 the centre they have speech, occupational  Accounts Payable/ Accounting Clerk and behavioural ther Breakfast Cook apists, as well as an  Breakfast Server Infant Development  Campground Program, which othAttendant/Fee Collector erwise wouldn’t be  Chambermaids (7) available to local par Cook / Chef (3) ents until kindergar Club House Worker ten.  Dishwasher/Prep Cook CAO Dall said that  Front Desk the Village has re Housekeepers (3) quested VCAS to pro Line Cook vide them with fur Museum Assistant ther information and  Motel Managers (Couple) a copy of the ques Paramedic/EMR tions they asked ver Part –Time bally at the meeting. Receptionist “Once this informa Servers (7) tion has been received  Summer Student  Summer Position there will be further dialogue between Front staff canPlease give We aredesk here to help. Council and VCAS,” you detailed information however, he cannot call or drop in. For more about each of these say at this time what postings, including infoor information on these jobs on how to submit your will happen as Counother employment assistance application for these job cil will make the final opportunities. more services visitFor us at decision. information about these 99 Gorse Street, Valemount. After several chaljobs, please call: www.valemountlearningcentre.org lenging months, VCAS Valemount has finally seen an inLearning Centre crease in enrolment 250-566-4601 Box and has staff who love Funded in whole or in789 part through the 99 Columbia Gorse St. Canada-British Labour Market working at the centre Valemount, BC V0E 2Z0 Development Agreement and are constantly upgrading their education.

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THANK YOU The Canoe Mt. Rodeo Association would like to thank all the generous people who gave their time and donations on the weekend to make our 2nd High School Rodeo a huge success. A special thanks to Ron Baer who gave up this whole weekend to be our announcer. Cheri, Denise, Sarah for their timekeeping, And Karen for the bookkeeping. And to everyone who helped in the concession. With wrangler finals thrown in there were over 80 contestants from all over B.C. We could not have done it without all your help and we received nothing but excellent feedback from everybody.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TEMPORARY INDUSTRIAL USE PERMIT No. 154 Notice is hereby given that the Regional Board will hold a public hearing and consider issuance of Temporary Industrial Use Permit No. 154 at the next scheduled Regional Board Meeting: 1:30 pm Thursday, June 16, 2011 Regional District Board Room 155 George Street Prince George, BC Temporary Industrial Use Permit No. 154 is proposed to allow a sand and gravel pit operation with associated crushing and screening on the subject parcel for a three year period. The property is legally described as Parcel A, District Lots 480 and 5682, Cariboo District Plan 30297. This parcel is located at 16305 Highway 5 North in Tete Jaune. The owners are Larry and Linda Simpson.

At the public hearing, all those who deem their interest in land to be affected by the proposed Temporary Industrial Use Permit shall be afforded an opportunity to be heard or to present written submissions. Please note: emails will not be accepted as written submissions. Any material received before or at the public hearing will become public information. The public hearing will be chaired by a delegate of the Regional District Board. Copies of the draft Temporary Industrial Use Permit, and other relevant background documents, may be examined at the office of the Regional District of Fraser-Fort George, 155 George Street, Prince George, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., May 30 and 31, and June 1, 2, 3, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 13, 14, 15, and 16, 2011. Following the public hearing, the Regional Board will consider issuance of Temporary Industrial Use Permit No. 154 at the Regional Board meeting on Thursday, June 16, 2011, sometime after 1:30 p.m. in the Regional District Board Room located at 155 George St., Prince George. Kenna Latimer

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Run of the River On Friday, June 3rd, I attended the opening ceremonies of the Wecmilcetkwe power generating facility; a “run of the river” project on Bone Creek north of Blue River. In McBride there has been many attempts to build similar projects in an effort to augment the current power grid which is subject to frequent power outages being that it is near the end of the transmission line. It used to be that if a tree fell across the line anywhere south of McBride, the lights went out. Generators were installed as an emergency backup should the power go out, however this had been meant to serve as a temporary fix for an ongoing problem. The problem, as it was explained to me, is that while a “run of river” or biofuel project would be a viable solution, the transmission lines require upgrades in order for the power from any new generator to be brought into the grid and upgrade costs would have to be included in the price of the project, making it not economically viable. BC Hydro won’t justify the expense of upgrading the transmission lines themselves, the argument being McBride has an emergency back up. It would seem a temporary power solution has become a convenient permanent solution for BC Hydro. I suppose it is easy for corporate lackeys sitting in an office in Vancouver to look at crunched numbers and with a couple strokes on a keyboard deny an entire village a permanent solution to ongoing electricity issues. These same number crunchers get bonuses for keeping costs down; that is the current corporate mentality. There was a time when customer service wasn’t dependent on steep profit margins but was simply a cost of doing business. The “profit first” attitude seems to come from the next generation of business where filling one’s bank account is more important than serving the needs of a community. It is a sad commentary on our society that instead of being proud of advances in technology or service, companies look to profit as the only measure of success. Why couldn’t BC Hydro be proud of a notable accomplishment like having the most advanced power grid available to its customers, even if the profits are not necessarily monstrous? I think the accomplishment of Wecmilcetkwe would carry more weight if BC Hydro thought more about the needs of all the communities it serves.

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» MAILBAG Dear Editor, Lately our neck of the woods has had been busy with the sound of industrious workers tidying up slash piles and decked logs. As many of you remember I have written quite a few letters to the editor concerning the refuse left behind after hydro cleared their lines a few years ago. I am happy to report that Hydro has stepped up to bat and is working diligently towards cleaning up the mess and assisting in reducing the forest fire hazard in this area. It started early this April when Terry Myron and his crew could be seen burning the slash piles on Blackman Road. With safety measures in place burning went quickly and the slash piles along Blackman Road have been reduced to flattened piles of ash. A few days ago the sound of shredding wood could be heard down the road and it turns out a machine of large proportions called a “rolly chipper” has been trucked in and is busy gobbling up one entire tree at a time. Wood chips are busy flying every where and the decked logs are disappearing from the positions they have occupied these last few years. I’m not sure what Hydro has planned for our area in the future but I am happy to see a forward movement towards cleaning up the issue so many of us were concerned about! Michelle Burstrom - Valemount, B.C.

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Opinion » MAILBAG Dear Editor, Back in the 1970’s I read that subdivisions are named after what was destroyed in building them. Thus, you get: “Aspen Grove” or “Pine Ridge”. It seems the same thing has occurred when referring to McBride’s “Eco-park”. All, but a few token trees have been removed, whatever wild plants were growing on the ground have been scraped away or crushed by heavy machinery, so there isn’t much of the original ecosystem left. The things that provided shelter and food for birds, animals, and the small creatures that lived there have disappeared and so will they. I was saddened to see what they did to that

Democracy Hijacked Dear Editor: We need to look back to the beginnings of this HST fray and remember that it wasn’t just another tax that angered the public; it was the way it was done. No need to rewind that sordid story and its aftermath, but don’t think it won’t be a factor in the upcoming referendum vote. Taxpayers felt scorned, manipulated and disrespected by the political establishment and left without democratic representation as their elected representatives hung them out to dry and supported the tax, with the sole exception of Blair Leckstrom, but whom now supports it as a cabinet minister. Such is the sad perversion wrought by the doctrine of party discipline which has hijacked democratic representation. The top few who run this province are gyrating with offers and maneuvers to save the tax, but it would be a huge mistake for taxpayers to roll over for these people. By offering a few minor adjustments to the original scheme they infer

area and I am insulted by them calling it “Eco- park”. Whoever came up with that name, either knows nothing about what an ecosystem is or is just trying to hoodwink the ignorant; that some kind of environmentally friendly area is there. The only kind of ecosystem that is likely to develop there now will probably be a ‘dandelion-thistle-robin’ ecosystem. Why not be a little more honest in the name of this “park”. Call it “Riverside” Park. I couldn’t fault that. How about “Sewage Lagoon” Park, that is also true. There is enough dishonesty in the world. There is no need to “green-wash” the name of this area. Tourists will still go there to use the outhouses, and unload their trash. Some may even go out and look at the Fraser, but don’t try to make it into something it is not. David Marchant - McBride, BC they think we are somewhat Pavlovian and can be made to do anything if we are given a treat, a pat and a promise they will actually make the adjustments after the vote. $7 million of our money allocated by the government arguing for the tax versus $250,000 for the against side is further cynical disrespect. I personally am astounded by the fact that in all the words of advocacy spoken and written by politicians, and for that matter some of the media, I have not heard a single, solitary word of concern or sympathy about where the money has to come from; the taxpayers pocket which is already taxed to hell. It has all been about how HST best serves the government’s needs. So when you vote, just remember you are also voting not to be kicked around by an inadequate system of representation that should have seen your MLA fighting like a tiger for you because the vast majority of you clearly thought this tax was unfair. You need to teach the system a lesson; don’t trivialize me. Make them dig their own way out of the hole they dug for themselves in the first place. Roy Roope - Summerland, B.C.

Amazing Support We have been so touched and humbled by every gesture of love, kindness, generosity, help and overall thoughtfulness of such a great number of people throughout this area, in response to Glen’s difficult battle. How grateful we are to live in the beautiful unique Robson Valley and we give all the glory to God for the amazing and wonderful things he has done. We share with great joy that Glen has received good news. Our heartfelt thanks to each everyone. Glen and Shelly Welsh - Tete Jaune, B.C.

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AppLIcATION FOr A DEVELOpMENT VArIANcE pErMIT TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Village of Valemount will consider an application for a Development Variance Permit from Valemount Car Wash and Mini Storage for the premises described as 880 Beaven Crescent, Valemount, being Lot A Plan PG46763 District Lot 7355 Cariboo Land District at the Regular meeting on June 14, 2011 at 7:00 pm in Council Chambers at the Village Offices at 735 Cranberry Lake Road, Valemount. The purpose of the Development Variance Permit is to: Amend Zoning Section 14.4.2 d & e relating to setbacks to one 1m and Section 14.4.2 g to increase the number of accessory buildings from 1 to 23 A copy of the proposed permit may be inspected at the Village Offices at the above address during regular business hours, Monday to Friday, from this date up until June 13, 2011. Tom Dall Chief Administrative Officer

CORPORATION OF THE VILLAGE OF MCBRIDE Notice of 2011 Annual Report Approval Please take notice that the Village of McBride Council will be approving the Municipality’s 2011 Annual Report on June 14, 2011 at 7:30 pm at the regular scheduled Village Council Meeting. A copy of the report is available for viewing at the office of the Village of McBride at 100 Robson Centre – 855 SW Frontage Road, McBride BC during regular office hours from May 30, 2011 to June 14, 2011. Eliana Clements Chief Administrative Officer Dated: May 26, 2011

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COMMUNITY EVENTS SPECIAL EVENTS

Valemount Spring Festival

Canoe Mountain Rodeo

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Canoe River Campground/Rodeo Grounds 6190 South Hwy 5, Valemount

June 10, 11 and 12th

Spring Fling Dance

Saturday June 11, 8:30PM -1:30 AM

Valemount Curling Club Music by DJ Loud- Everyone Welcome!

Saturday July 9th and Sunday July 10th

Flower Show and Garden Tour TBA Valemount Museum Annex

Annual Lilac Walk

Robson Valley Fighting Championship 1

McBride Pioneer Days

Northwest Mudbog

June 12th - Dunster and Tete Jaune Dunster Starts 1:00 - 2:30 Tete Jaune 2:30 to 4:30 Friday June 17th to Sunday June 19th

ART EXHIBIT

From June 18 to July 14th Opening Event - June 18th - 11 AM to 2 PM Valemount Museum Bryn Stevenson of Nelson B.C.

McBride Graduation Ceremonies

Saturday June 25th Dinner at 5:00 p.m. Ceremony directly to follow. Dance starts around 9:00 p.m.

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Deliverance Robson Valley Fighting Championship 1 Canoe Valley Recreation Centre - Valemount BC

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July 29th - 6:00 PM Canoe Valley Recreation Centre in Valemount July 30th & 31st

Canoe River Campground/Rodeo Grounds

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Robson Valley Music Festival August 19 to 21st Dunster, B.C.

Opening Ceremony for Raven Rd. Park in McBride July 31st - See Ad on Page 9

McBride Book Signing - The Liaboe’s to Loos Saturday July 2nd at the Railway Station 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM

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ONGOING EVENTS Valemount MONDAYS: • VALEMOUNT SENIORS Carpet Bowling 9 am Golden Years Lodge • valemount mma club upstairs at The Trading Post. Co-ed from 7-8:30 pm • Lions Bingo 1st & 3rd Mon, at Lions Hall, doors open 6pm, everyone welcome. • Valemount Children’s Activity Centre Board Meeting 2nd Mon. 7 pm @ the Centre beneath the Community Hall (the red door). • Royal Canadian Legion General meetings every 3rd Mon of month 7:30pm in Legion. • Valemount Pines Golf course - Ladies Day. Fun, food and friends. Hole Prizes Play 9 or 18 holes. New Golfers always welcome. tuesdays: • adult recreational vollyball 7 - 9pm. Valemount Sec School gym. Contact Suzanne Bloodoff @ 250 566-9979 • Council Meeting 2nd & 4th Tues., 7 pm, council chambers. Everyone welcome. • Ladies Auxiliary #266 Legion Meetings 1st Tuesday of every month 3pm in Valemount Legion. WEDNESDAYS: • Public Library Board Meeting Every 2nd Wed. 5 pm Downstairs at the library. • Mcbride community forest Open meeting first Wednesday of the month. McBride Village Council Chambers 7 pm • valemount mma club upstairs at The Trading Post. Ladies Kickboxing & Fitness 7-8:30 pm • valemount seniors music night 7-9 pm Golden Years Lodge • TOASTMASTERS meets every 2nd & 4th Wednesday of the month. 7:30-9:30PM at the Best Western.

• Valemount Pines Golf course - Men’s Night. Fun, food and friends. Hole Prizes Play 9 or 18 holes. New Golfers always welcome. THURSDAYS: • Adult Recreation Badminton. Thurs at 7pm in th Valemount Sec School gym. Contact Jamie @250 566-4656 • CHAMPS Weight loss Support Team for men and women. Thurs. 6:00 pm Downstairs Valemount Clinic. Shirley 566-9829, Dolly 566-8458. • Chamber of Commerce General Meeting 2nd Thurs of the month @ 12pm at the Learning Centre • Saddle & Wagon Club Meeting 3rd Thurs. 7 pm 566-9707 • VALEMOUNT SENIORS SOCIAL CLUB. Regular meetings first Thurs of every month at 7pm downstairs lounge at Golden Years Lodge. FRIDAYS: • VALEMOUNT LEGION Friday Night dinners starting at 5 pm SATURDAYS: • valemount mma club upstairs at The Trading Post. Open Mat from 9-11 am • Valemount circle dance. For more info please contact 250 566-1782 • Valemount Pines Golf course - Burger and Beer $10. 11 a.m. till 2 p.m. Come and enjoy the view from our Patio. Non-golfers welcome. SUNDAYS: • valemount mma club upstairs at The Trading Post. Kids class from 6-7 pm. • SLOW-PITCH - At the Baseball Diamond near the Arena. 5:30 pm - EVERYONE WELCOME

Tete Jaune Tete Jaune Community Club meetings held the 1st Tues. of the month at 7pm at the Tete Jaune Hall.

DUNSTER Dunster family Dance First Saturday of each Month from 7 pm -10 pm Short Lessons throughout the evening. Lots of variety dances. Admission $5 anyone over 12, Maximum $10 per family. All welcome! Contact Pete at 250 968 4334

McBride tuesdays: • TOPS Tues. 6:45 pm weigh-in, 7:15 pm meeting. Health Unit in McBride. New members welcome. Brenda Molendyk 569-3113 • Village Council Meeting 2nd & 4th Tues,7:30 pm, Village Council Chambers. • Alcoholics Anonymous Every Tuesday, 8 pm at the Health Unit. WEDNESDAYS: • Diabetes Support Group 1st Wed, 1 pm at Beaverview Lodge & Sat.10 am -12 pm, 441 Dominion St 569-2658 / 569-0113 • Support Group For Families Dealing With Mental Health Problems Last Wed every month 7:30 pm @ McBride Health Centre more info call Norma 569-2637 or Elizabeth 968-4347 • Valley Piecemakers Quilt Guild Every other Wednesday. 7:00 pm in the High School. New members welcome, contact Dawna Hickerty 569-3210. • LEGION AUXILLIARY BINGO First and Third Wednesday of the month at McBride Library. THURSDAYS: • OAPO Stitch & Knit Every Thurs., 2:30 - 4 pm, Beaverview Lodge, Hilda Murin 569-3305

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A blooming good year for lilacs Daniel Betts Editor

ake a stroll along any of the Valley streets or a drive down many of our roads, over the next couple of weeks, and chances are you will see beautiful lilac blooms. “I would say lilacs are the ideal shrub,” said Linda Blackman, one of the hosts of the Annual Lilac Walk. “We get huge luscious blooms even though we live in a cold northern climate.” Blackman believes the recent popularity of lilacs in our valley can be attributed to the fact that people are realizing that lilacs come in a variety of colours besides the usual purple and white. Lilacs are also a very hardy plants that are able to survive our “cold snowy winters”, a condition that actually helps lilacs to bloom. People might be surprised to know that there are over 1000 varieties of lilacs and 7 official colours. Many varieties are quite similar and in many cases it would take an expert to distinguish the difference. Lilac varieties differ from each other in colour, the way they grow and the shape of the flower with single, double and triple varieties. Typically in the last few years the peak of lilac bloom for the Valley has been the first or second week in June. Lilacs do not bloom at the same time so by planting different lilac varieties that follow each other a garden can have an impressive lilac display and extend the season up to six weeks. “Looking at everything right now we are going to have a really great bloom,” Blackman said. “We have many buds and they are starting to open right now.” The peak of lilac bloom is expected to be June 12th, which is the date for this years Annual Lilac Walk. After taking in the impressive display at the Culp Farm in Dunster, participants will continue on to Blackman’s Secret Garden in Tete Jaune where participants will be served coffee and goodies. The annual walk started 11 years ago with a group of friends and over the last few years now include over 100 people, some travelling all the way from Prince George and Alberta to enjoy the flowery spectacle. Judging by current conditions lilac lovers are going to be in for an extra special exhibition this year.

“Breathe deeply and draw in the scent”

The scent of lilacs permeates the air as you walk about Culp’s Farm in Dunster. Participating in the Lilac Walk you’ll have a chance to see over 100 varieties of lilacs planted at the farm. Photo by Andrea Scholz

For more information please contact Linda Blackman at 250-5669194.

Students learn about local forestry

Daniel Betts Editor

pparently if a tree falls in the forest it is unclear if anybody hears it, but if a tree does fall it is just good forest management practice to put a new one in the ground to take its place. On Tuesday May 31st, students at Valemount Elementary School (VES) were given a hands-on perspective on reforestation during a fun fieldtrip hosted by the Valemount Community Forest (VCF) and Carrier Lumber. Students were taken to a VCF cut-block along the highway south of the village where they took part in a discussion about tree planting. “Good planters will plant about 2000 trees a day,” Shane Bressette, Manger of VCF told the students. Jody Newham assisted Bressette with the presentation. Bressette noted that besides reforestation of cleared areas, VCF was responsible for the maintenance of affected hiking trails and recreation sites. Following the discussion each student was given their own trees to plant and moved through the block planting Douglas fir and lodgepole pine saplings. Besides tree planting the students were also shown some different pine salvage harvesting. Bressette informed the students that VCF has been busy clearing out pine areas before the wood becomes unusable due to the pine beetle kill. They were also shown examples of planting carried out by the VCF along the McLennan Forest Service Road. Carrier Lumber supplied the tree planting shovels and covered 50% of the bus cost. VCF supplied the seedling and the remaining bus costs. This is the second year the VCF has been involved with the joint field trip project with Carrier Lumber but Carrier has been carrying out the same program with VES in years prior to VCF becoming established. VCF began harvesting in 2009 and conducted its first year of tree planting in 2010 with 180,000 trees planted. In 2011 VCF plans to plant over 600,000 trees and in 2012 and additional 600,000 trees.

Lilac Walk Sunday, June 12, 2011 The Culp Farm, Dunster: 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Blackman’s Secret Garden, Tete Jaune: 2:30-4:30 Coffee and dessert in the garden at Tete Jaune

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Above: Shane Bressette explains how the one year old trees are packaged and transported to the cut blocks. Below: Valemount Elementary School students spread out to plant the trees. Photos by Andrea Scholz

Alaina Chapman Registered Massage Therapist

Valemount: Tuesday & Thursday 9am - 4pm McBride: Wednesday 9am - 5:15pm

Phone: 250-968-4300 senior/student discounts available

ORTHODONTIST Mica Mountain Transport Overnight service from Edmonton, Kamloops & Kelowna Service to Hinton, Jasper and The Robson Valley

Phone Jim or Chris Morris (250) 566-9907 or (250) 566-1179

Dr. Jeff Corbett will be in McBride on Friday June 10, 2011. To book an appointment call Dr. Moseley’s office at 250-569-3434.

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Celebration

“Congratulations Valemount Secondary Graduates 2011” The 2011 graduation ceremony was inspiring, with speeches from the Village of Valemount, the School District and Principal Dan Kenkel. Generous bursaries and scholarships were awarded to deserving graduates who proudly entered and left the ceremonies with lively music. Above: Valemount Secondary School graduating class of 2011. Left: Principal Dan Kenkel awards Mira Koch her graduation scroll. Images below: From elegant dress details, fancy footwear, matching couples to flowers, this years grad class shows us it is all in the fine details that complete the image. Photos by Andrea Scholz

Below Left: O Canada sung by graduate Matt Brock. Below right: Valedictory Address presented by Kate Soucy (left) and Natasha Frank.

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McBride’s Memory Lane community, as Joyce Godfrey tells us, “I planted a tree for my husband Phil Godfrey. He lived in the Valley since 1927, and he died this past December. he 5th of June was World Environment Day, and He believed in planting trees.” She smiled to think of the community of McBride made no small con- his approval. “I called up my friend Vonda Jackques, tribution to this celebration. In fact, “McBride is and she said she would love to help me plant a tree noted as an International participant in the cel- for Phil. She’s been a close friend of Phil and I for ebrations, and this can be seen on the United Na- years.” They planted a lovely Mountain Ash. tions Environment Programme website,” explains Stan Graine smiles too, as he remembers his faMargaret Graine, the Economic Development Of- ther Clint Graine, who passed away in 1976, with ficer for McBride. a Larch tree. “I like this tree. The needles, which What has the community done? They have cre- are very soft to the touch, fall off in the winter ated a Memory Lane Trail in the Raven Road Park. time so nothing will come to eat it. These will be There has been much deliberation over what here longer than us.” should be done to make this park a place that can Memory Lane has be enjoyed by members of the community and been the collaborative tourists alike. Hence, the idea was born to “plant efforts of many in the a tree in memory of someone you love, or of some community. Cedar 3 kind of event, like a 50th Anniversary, or whatever Products has donated the occasion may be,” Graine says with a smile as bales of mulch for the she looks at all the trees planted with love along pathway. The Grainer the lane. She adds, “Going forward this will hapfamily has helped in pen every year on June 5th.” the laying of the mulch. Mayor Mike Frazier glows with community Barry Wallin donated pride as he reveals, “This is a big deal! This is an much of his time and award winning environmental project for the equipment to dig holes for the trees, and will be Province, and it’s been hailed as one of the best hydro seeding the 4 lbs of wildflower seeds that environmental projects in Canada.” On a person- Margaret Graine donated. Ann Schwartz and IGA al level, this is also a significant occasion for Mike have been an invaluable help in co-ordinating and his wife, Rebecca, who have planted an Amur the event, and lending her expertise on choosing Cherry tree for their parents. trees that can thrive in the Valley. Bob Elliott doCertainly this project has touched many in the nated much of his time, and helped many ladies plant their trees. Not to mention, all the work that has gone into building the beautiful gazebo, kiosks, cement pathways, picnic tables, benches, and bird houses that have made this Park a perfect family destination. So much love and care has gone into McBride is having a party, join us on July 31st for a day full making this a beautiful of fun for the whole family! Free goodies for ALL, including place in the community. It is asked that we BBQ and more...the whole Province is invited. please respect the Park. See you at the Raven Rd Park Although there are no signs yet, no motorized vehicles are allowed WHERE: Raven Road, McBride (Hwy 16 & Fraser River Bridge) in the Park, except in the parking lot. Bylaws WHEN: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM prohibit dirt bikes and snowmobiles, which damage trails, planted Learn how this small community contributes trees, and seeded arto the protection of the mighty Fraser River eas; as well as present a danger to the walking while developing its infrastructure... public. The spirit of this Park, Free Community BBQ, stuff for kids, music in the park and more! we feel, is reflected in this famous quote, “If Join us! I had a flower for every time I thought of you...I could walk through my garden forever.” - Alfred Lord Tennyson. Mayor of McBride If you get the chance, we highly recommend you walk through McBride’s Memory Lane. Charlene Chouinard Contributor

rand Opening Celebration! July 31st, 2011

Mike Frazier

“Honouring those we love”

Above: Mayor Mike Frazier and wife Rebecca stand next to the Amur Cherry tree they have planted. Left: One of the many birdhouses awaiting new occupants. Below: The Larch tree honouring Clint Graine. Far below: Anne Schwartz sits on a bench enjoying the shade from one of the trees ready to be planted along the walk. Photos by Charlene Chouinard

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business watch

Zoe’s Cafe: Southwest flavour in the Valley Daniel Betts Editor

n exciting new business has come to life on 5th Avenue. Just east of the Chalet Continental, in the distinctive log style building, Zoe’s Café opened its doors on Saturday June 4th. Proprietor, Dorothey Stecko, opened the Internet café and ice cream parlour to take full advantage of both the bus tour industry and the location near the main highway. “The village needs this,” Stecko declared. Stecko was born in Liverpool but spent much of her childhood in Tennessee. A former government employee, Stecko believes the potential of Valemount is worthy of her investment. The opening of the café is but only the beginning. At the end of July, in the space next to the café, the Valley will have it’s own authentic Mexican restaurant called “La Pequena Cabana,” which means The Little Cabin. “I wanted to offer the Valley something different besides steak and potatoes,” explained Stecko. “With reasonable prices families will be able to afford to eat out.” Myriam and Omar Medina will manage both Zoe’s Café and the new restaurant and are very excited about the new venture. “We are going to start with a very simple Menu,” explains Omar Medina. “We want everyone to feel welcome and to bring the kids,” said Myriam. Omar and Myriam have had experience running a Mexican restaurant in Tucson, Arizona. Additionally, Stecko has plans to open a “fire pit” where tourists can come and relax while enjoying a hot dog and live music. “It will be a place where bus tour people can go and enjoy themselves,” Stecko said. To take advantage of the tour bus schedule, the Café will be open 7 days a week with early morning hours. Valley residents are invited to check out this new establishment.

“Welcome!”

On June 6th, Managers, Myriam and Omar Medina, welcomed customers to Zoe’s Cafe on 5th Avenue in Valemount. The opening of “La Pequena Cabana” Mexican Restaurant is soon to follow at the end of July. Photo by Andrea Scholz

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Located in the Karas Mall, Valemount Tuesday - Saturday 11:00 am - 11:00 pm Sunday 12:00 am - 7:00 pm Closed Mondays

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Valemount Car Wash & Mini Storage Corner of 5th & Ash St.

All your Automotive & Industrial Supplies

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Conway Carriage Septic Services Member of the British Columbia Onsite Sewage Association

New at the

845 Cedarside Rd. Valemount BC Valemount Public Library Phone: 250-566-4818 or 1-866-566-4818 Adult fiction Fax: 250-566-4815 The bird house ~ Kelly Simmons Cardlock and bulk plant facility Fuel truck for all your delivery needs

The sooner, the better ~ Debbie Macomber Blood stains ~ Sharon Sala Home free ~ Fern Michaels

Certified Septic Installer Septic Planning available

20 years younger ~ Bob Greene A friend of the flock ~ John McCormack Cariboo trips & trails ~ Murphy Shewchuk

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Business directory “When you need us, we’re close by” NORTH THOMPSON FUNERAL SERVICES LTD. Helping you make all arrangements to honour your loved ones wishes including cremations. Serving Robson Valley families since 2005. Ready to serve you 24 hours a day. 73 Taren Drive, Box 2404 RR2 Clearwater, BC, V0E 1N0 Telephone: 1-877-674-3030 (24 hours) www.norththompsonfuneral.com

AdrenAline ServiceS

Rod Whelpton-250-569-7236 Drake Smith, MSW Funeral Director

Plumbing & Heating Sales, Service & Maintenance Propane Funaces & Appliances

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3rd Ave & Elm St. Phone: 1 877 314-4897 Sunday 8:30am Mon, Tues, Thurs, Sat-9am, Wed & Fri 7pm

ANGLICAN UNITED CHURCH 250 566-4797

7th & Cedar, Sunday Worship 9:00 AM

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Painting, Textured Ceilings, Drywall Boarding and Taping, Tile, Hardwood and Laminate Floors, Decks, Fencing, and Complete Landscape Renovation.

Canwest Propane Ltd.

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Sales Service 250-566-1324 Installation 1-800-424-6331

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Harry Carson 250.640.8412 Mike Dryden 250.566.1536 Harry Carson 1.888.564.8585 • Mike Dryden 250.566.1536

Rex’s Recycling Hours of operation

sunday - Monday Closed tuesday - Wednesday 1-5pM tHursday - friday - saturday 10aM - 5pM

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Irly Building Supplies • Hardware & Hardware for Cabinets • Electrical and Plumbing • Ply Woods, Drywall & Rooﬁng 250-566-0007 940 Main Street, Valemount “Free Down Payment Mortgages”

VALEMOUNT COMMUNITY CHURCH Sundays 9:00 am 1275 5th Ave 250 5664772.

VALLEY CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP

250 566-9990 Praise & Worship 11am

Dunster

ROCKO’S CHURCH

Sun. 11:00 am Home group meeting at Rod & Deb Reimer’s - Brown Road, Dunster. 250 968-4335.

McBride

ST. PATRICK’S CATHOLIC CHURCH

MORTGAGES

Pre-approvals • Purchases Refinances • Consolidations Rental Property Self Employed Mortgages New to Canada • Vacation Home

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P: 250-426-8211 ext 375 Cell: 250-421-7600 E: debra_parker@centum.ca

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197 Dominion, 250 569-2606 Sun. Communion Service 11am

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Church 569.2378 or 569.8845 1st Ave Worship Service on

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Vanderhoof Office Office: (250) 567-4488 Fax: (250) 567-4490 Cell: (250) 565-8436

441 Dominion St., 250 569.3206 or 250 569.3386. Worship/Kids church 11:30am

SEVENTH - DAY ADVENTIST

Lamming Pit Road 250 569.3370 Sabbath School: Sat. 9:30 am, Worship Service Sat. 11am, Pathfinders Tues 7pm, Prayer Meeting Wed 7pm

MOUNTAIN CHAPEL (PAOC)

Church 569-3350 Office 569-6802 Sunday Worship 11:10am, Prayer Service Wed. 7 pm

MENNONITE CHURCH Sun. Sch. 10am Sunday Services 11am, 7:30pm Wed 7:45pm

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EMPLOYMENT

CORPORATION OF THE VILLAGE OF MCBRIDE

Invitation to Tender

EMPLOYMENT

CORPORATION OF THE VILLAGE OF MCBRIDE

EMPLOYMENT

RENTALS

HOUSEKEEPERS WANTED The Yellowhead Motel is looking for housekeepers. Campetitive wages. Please drop a resume off at the Yellowhead Motel or call 250566-4411

Invitation to Tender EMPLOYMENT

The Village of McBride invites tenders for Caretaker/Attendant Services for the McBride Regional Transfer Station. Scope of work includes maintaining the transfer station facility in a neat and orderly condition and ensuring that the facility is safe for users, maintaining information signage and interacting with site users. The contract term is July 1, 2011 to June 30, 2013. Tender Documents will be available Tuesday, May 31, 2011. Tender Documents may be obtained from the McBride Village Office at 100 Robson Centre-855 SW Frontage Road, McBride, BC during regular business hours. A mandatory pre-tender site meeting will be held on Thursday, June 9, 2011 at 10:00 am at the McBride Regional Transfer Station Site. Sealed Tenders will be received by Eliana Clements, Chief Administrative Officer, Village of McBride, 100 Robson Centre-855 SW Frontage Road, McBride, BC up to 2:00 pm on Tuesday, June 14, 2011. The cost for each tender package is five dollars ($5.00) (GST included) and is non-refundable. The lowest or any Tender may not necessarily be accepted. The Village of McBride reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids. For further Information please contact: Eliana Clements – Chief Administrative Officer Village of McBride 100 Robson Centre-855 SW Frontage Road, McBride, BC Phone: (250)569-2229 / Fax (250)569-3276

The Village of McBride invites sealed tenders for the following work/services: Janitorial services for the Robson Centre Office Complex consisting of approximately 10,000 sq. ft. Tender Documents will be available Tuesday, May 31, 2011. Interested parties can obtain tender documents from the McBride Village Office at 100 Robson Centre-855 SW Frontage Road, McBride, BC during regular office hours. A site meeting will be held at 11:00 am, Thursday, June 9, 2011. All interested parties are to meet at the McBride Village Office.

TRAIL GUIDES Jasper Outfitter is looking for trail guides and a camp helper. Horse experience required for trail guide positions. Please see www.tonquinvalley.com for details or email resume to packtrp@telus.net. JUNE 8

1,132 sq ft.- 4 bedroom mobile home, large addition with covered deck on large, fenced lot. Five appliances plus pellet stove. $900. per month. Available immediately. Call B. Roe 250-566-4687 JUNE 8

Furnished 2 Bdrm home, 3 Bdrm home and Bachelor suites available for rent. Short term or long term. Call 250 566-9884. JAN 5 TFN

CLEAN AND COZY ONE BEDROOM HOME on large lot in Valemount. Centrally located. Fridge, stove, washer and dryer. Pets upon approval. 23 Cedar St. $475 plus utilities. call Wendy, 250-566-4317 TFN MAY 18

Sealed Tenders will be received by Eliana Clements, Chief Administrative Officer, Village of McBride, 100 Robson Centre-855 SW Frontage Road, McBride, BC up to 2:00 pm on Tuesday, June 14, 2011. The cost for each tender package is five dollars ($5.00) (GST included) and is non-refundable. The lowest or any Tender may not necessarily be accepted. The Village of McBride reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids. For further Information please contact: Eliana Clements – Chief Administrative Officer Village of McBride 100 Robson Centre-855 SW Frontage Road, McBride, BC Phone: (250)569-2229 / Fax (250)569-3276

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NOTES FROM ALL OVER Notes from All Over Donalda Beeson contributor

Green Heat Valemount The Village of Valemount’s, Valemount Green Heat Study, was chosen as the Omineca Beetle Action Coalition (OBEC) community pilot project within Green Energy as a Rural Development Tool. Two of the four major objectives of this multi-region, multi-agency project are to: complete the necessary engineering and construction design work and full project cost estimating for the pilot project, and to assist the community pilot project to develop a full business plan to implement the green energy project in their region. 1245 Week of 06.06.2011

Congratulations Curtis Pawliuk Congratulations are in order to VARDA’s Curtis Pawliuk for being nominated and voted onto the Canadian Avalanche Centre Board of Directors! What an honour it is to have one of Valemount’s own sit in this prestigious position!

BC Hydro Kinbasket Boat Ramp Underway BC Hydro has been building a new boat ramp for Kinbasket Reservoir at Bush Harbour. In 2010, the parking area and most of the ramp was constructed and two floating log breakwaters were installed. The 2011 plan includes installing a floating walkway. BC Hydro started work in the spring on planned improvements to extend and resurface the existing ramp at the Valemount marina.

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Activities HOROSCOPE FOR THE WEEK by MICHAEL O’CONNOR Aries (Mar 21 – Apr 20) Gathering new knowledge, facts and information is likely now. This is connected to a busy schedule doing errands attending meetings…. You are in the mood for new ideas and perspectives. With your ambition levels on the rise, your energy levels may need an extra boost to keep pace. Meanwhile big returns are coming in – hopefully you have invested well. Taurus (Apr 20 – May 21) An abundance of energy, determination and drive is leading you into new territory. Security is on your mind and you will do whatever you feel you must to create it. Achieving more money, skills, streams of income, insurances, and answers etcetera, is on your mind. The trade-off is that you may have to let go of what you already have to get what you really want and need. Gemini (May 21 – Jun 21) Taking new leads finds you entering new territory. Overcoming both inner blocks and outer obstacles is likely. Drawing upon inner faith and confidence reserves is featured. This trend will continue. Seeing both the forest and the trees asks that you look to the big picture. Reach out to discover what others know and what knowledge and insights they can share. Cancer (Jun 21 – Jul 22) You have probably been enduring a busy pace of late. Now it is time to retreat and rest as much as you can. Sometimes these come from doing something new and different. A good book can prove fulfilling in more ways than one and now looks like an ideal time for such a departure from the daily grind. If you must, work behind the scenes to set things up for later. Leo (Jul 22 – Aug 23) Striking a balance between your own individual needs and those of others is the call now. This includes acknowledging what these are. Taking an internal inventory for your self and openly and sincerely communicating with key others to know what they want and need, is the ticket. Meanwhile, your public and professional world is expanding. Aim to give more! Virgo (Aug 23 – Sep 22) Getting more attention than usual is likely now. Making use of it could lead to promotions, new jobs or even a change in career direction or solar positioning altogether. Asking for favours and earned rewards from authority figures will bring positive results. Be willing to invest as well, whether it includes money, time, energy and/or focus. Libra (Sep 22 – Oct 22) Seeing a bigger picture of yourself and your life is the call now. This includes deciphering who has what you want and need. Reaching out to the talents and resources of others will bring rewards. You may also feel the itch to travel – anywhere! Outline your plans now so they are clear and so that you do not get distracted by the agendas of others. Scorpio (Oct 22 – Nov 21) Some openings are presenting themselves and you are excited about the prospects. There may be several all at once, however, so you may have to review your priorities and long-term needs and desires. Working with the flow of change in your overall lifestyle is necessary these days, so be willing lest life help you along with a needed push or shove…. Sagittarius (Nov 21 – Dec 21) Changes on relationship fronts may feel refreshing. Desires for more friends and social stimulation are likely. The time has come to take a more independent approach somehow. You may have to take some calculated risks though. This is where good friends can help. Knowing what you want and asking is the proven method. Change in relationships is brewing – cooperate!

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Capricorn (Dec 21 – Jan 19) Creating a healthier flow continues. Taking an imaginative approach is ideal yet seeking escape will find you running and getting nowhere. Balancing logic with intuition is extra ideal now. Breaking through inner and outer lines of resistance is likely. Investing as necessary to establish a more sold base and reliable rhythm is important now.

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Aquarius (Jan 19 – Feb 19) A creative cycle continues and is on the rise. Initiating new leads for creative expression will bring satisfaction. Inventiveness is likely and could include re-inventing yourself and/or helping someone else. Clearing the way for this on the home front is ideal. You may not feel like it but will be happy you did. With a new wave of confidence and perhaps abundance, dreams are coming true!

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Pisces (Feb 19 – Mar 20) Keeping busy close to home continues. This may include gardening projects and creative expressions of all sorts. Simply enjoying your castle and family may be enough. Yet, attending to hobbies and cultivating talents will prove satisfying too. Catching-up with extended family and close friends will prove timely.

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“Peek-a-boo!” Left: A bison calf peers timidly from behind his protective mother at the Froese Ranch in McBride on Tuesday, June 7th. Photo by Daniel Betts

“Happy Birthday!” Right: Is this the oldest man in the Valley? Floyd Caywood celebrates his 98th Birthday in Dunster on June 1st. Photo by Andrea Scholz

Valemount Spring Festival Celebrate Spring! Celebrate Nature! Celebrate the Festivities!

June 10-12, 2011 For more information:

www.VisitValemount.ca/springfest Email: marketing@visitvalemount.ca Phone: 250.566.9905

Come out and join us as we explore, learn and play on the trails around Valemount. Whether you run, walk, hike, float, or ride your ATV, there will be something for everyone —young and old. Liability waivers are mandatory for most events. With the exception of the Fraser River Float Trip, and the Bird House building, which have a fee charged, admission is by donation, with all proceeds to development and maintenance of the Cranberry Marsh and the surrounding trails.

Friday, June 10, 2011

Group ATV Ride: 10:00 AM

Valemount Visitor and Interpretive Centre

Welcome Reception: 6:00 pm–9:00 pm. Cash bar and complimentary appetizers will be provided. Many prizes to be won. Musical Entertainment by Valmeount Seniors.

Staging Area: Please visit www.valemountrecdevelopment.com for site location, map and description. This breathtaking “Sea to Sky Trail” will take you to the top of a beautiful mountain at an amazing 2640 m in elevation. Waiver required. Admission by donation; All Proceeds will go to Trail maintenance and development. For more information and to register contact VARDA at 250.566.4817.

Sunday, June 12, 2011 Cranberry Marsh

Marsh Meander: 10:00 am. Meet local birder Elsie Stanley at the base of the north Lookout Tower, for a guided tour along the shoreline of the marsh, through Black Spruce forests, opevn meadows and grasslands. Approx. 1 ½ - 2 hrs. Good Hiking shoes recommended. Waiver required.

Feathered Friends: A 46 minute Video by local naturalist Leon Lorenz shows rare footage of birds in Western Canada. DVD is also available for purchase at Valemount Community Hall The Stake-Out: 10:00 am–2:00 pm With Delores Moore as your guide, come and the Valemount Visitor Information and Interpretative Centre. take a peek through one of the many spotting scopes that will be set up along the dike. Valemount Quilters Guild Annual Quilt Show and Tea: 11:00 am- 4:00 pm - See quilts in every shape, size and color, and appreciate the amazing creative talent of the local Quilters. A beautiful “Maple Leaf” quilt in all the fall Valemount Visitor and Interpretive Centre Swift Creek Trail Hike: 11:00 am Pack a lunch and meet at the 10:45 AM colors will be raffled. Many door prizes. And of course enjoy our ‘new feature’ Valemount Visitor and Interpretive Centre and we will carpool to the trailhead. Cranberry Marsh this year, the Tea, and all the yummy baking. Hope to see you there! Meet at the Valemount Visitor and Interpretive Centre and we will carpool to The Stake-Out: 10:00 am–2:00 pm With Delores Moore as your guide, come and the trailhead. Let local hiking enthusiast, Patricia Thöni takes you on a 10 km take a peek through one of the many spotting scopes that will be set up along the dike. Valemount Curling Club hike with stunning views of the Village of Valemount and surrounding mounDance: Doors open 8:30 PM, 9:00 PM –1:00 AM - Admission: $10.00 Kid’s Quarters: 11:00 AM–3:00 PM 11:00 am-3:00 pm Back by popular tains. Approx. 3 hr. Waiver required. More information to follow demand, many activities and crafts have been planned for the kids, including jumpy tents, face painting, coloring activities, and how to build a pinecone bird Tete Jeune Cache It is recommended that you pick up a free copy of the feeder. Mile 53 Ghost Town Interpretive Walk: 2:00 pm . Meet at 1:45 PM at the ValeRobson Valley Eco Guide to take on your excursion. mount Visitor and Interpretive Centre and we will carpool to Tete Jaune Cache. Art CarBuild a bird house or a bird feeder: 11:00 am-3:00 pm join Henry Unger of The Guides will be available throughout the weekend son will take you on an interesting hike to explore the ruins of this short-lived railway Irly Building Centre and make a bird house or a bird feeder. A nominal fee of: from Tourism Staff. construction town. Approx 2 hr. Good Hiking shoes recommended. Waiver required. $5.00 per project covers the cost of supplies.

Saturday, June 11, 2011

Concessions available from 11:30 PM.– 3:00 PM. include burgers, Cotton Candy, and Ice Cream from the Rocky Mountain Dessert Company Artists En Plein Air: 2:00 pm As you walk around the marsh, you will see some of our local artists creating original paintings.

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Chickadee Run: A foot race for kids 5-12 2:00 PM. Two foot races on the dike, geared to the younger generation. (Ages 5–12) Meet at 1:45 down on the dike to register and sign your waiver. Prizes for all participants!

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Fraser River Float Trip: ***Shuttle will leave the Visitor Centre at 8:45 AM. Special Festival Rate $45+HST (includes shuttle service from Valemount Visitor and Interpretive Centre to Mount Robson Whitewater Rafting, and back). Children’s rates also available. All participants are required to sign a liability waiver. Listen to interpretive talks provided by a certified rafting guide. Approx. 2 ½ hr. Bring camera, binoculars & sunscreen and dress according to the weather. Please register in person by Wednesday, June 8, 2011 at the Village Office: Monday to Friday 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM and 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM. Payment by cash, cheque, debit only.

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Group ATV Ride and Hot Dog Roast Saturday June 11th Cost: This ride is by Donation and all proceeds will go directly to trail developments and improvements.

Ride Begins at 10am. Parking and Staging will be approximately 2km down the Kinbasket Lake West Side Rd (beside the bridge), minutes from the Valemount Town Site.  (Signage will be in place to help get you there more easily)

This ride is one of the most scenic of all of the Valemount trails. The ride will follow the valley bottom for approx 17km before we begin the climb up an old fire road that leads to the top of this beautiful mountain at an amazing 2640m in elevation, where views of the entire valley, Kinbasket lake and Mount Robson are all possible. Please

stay on the trail at all times in this alpine environment. The total distance of the round trip will be 55km and there will be a HOT DOG ROAST on the return home at the Camp Creek shelter. This is an easy ride and suitable for all levels as long as they can handle the distance.

Contact the VARDA office for more info at 250-566-4817 or email varda@valemount.ca

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