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THE VALLEY
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BIRDING 101
ARTS & CULTURE - Page 8
Quilt Show - Page 9
“There they are!”
Birding 101 field trip to Starratt Marsh with Bruce Wilkinson and Rob Bustin leading 2 groups of birders on Thursday, May 12th. Photo by Andrea Scholz
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ocal birding expert Bruce Wilkinson led a successful Birding 101 course. The 2-day workshop was held both in the classroom at the Valemount Visitors Centre as well as in the field at the Starratt Marsh on May 11 and 12. Strategically located to attract abundant birdlife, our Valley lies directly along the Pacific Flyway, Western Canada’s principal north-south migratory bird route. Coming from the southern United States, Central and South America, migratory birds follow the Columbia Trench
northward through our Valley to the Yukon Territory and Alaska. Being positioned on the western boundary of the Rocky Mountains the valley draws birds moving east-west along canyons and valleys into the Robson Valley bringing species of birdlife more typically found east of the Rocky Mountains. The Robson Valley does not get the vast number of migratory birds of the same species as some migratory locations get. Instead, we get a large variety of groups and species, sometimes stopping for only one night or two, to rest and to feed along the migratory route. Continued on Page 2 “We have about 180 different
Valemount Spring Festival
“Sea to Sky Trail”
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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Birding 101 continued from Front Page
Bruce Wilkinson in the classroom pointing out different ways to identify birds at a glance. Photo by Andrea Scholz
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species of birds in the Valley and about 120 of those species can be seen in the Starratt Marsh,” says Wilkinson. The variety of species relates directly to the variety of ecosystems that overlay one another as a result of the topography of the Valley. The tall mountain ranges surrounding the valley provide many different ecological zones due to elevation change. The relatively dry valley floor provides abundant grasses that bring terns and dry land species. Open water in the marshes and in lakes provides waterfowl a place to rest on their migratory routes. The varieties
of habitat combined with the migratory routes are what make the Starratt Marsh and the Robson Valley a birder’s paradise. “The marsh is one of the most amazing locations. You can go there every day and see different species and groups of birds,” says Wilkinson. Early spring is the best time of year to view the variety of bird species. “We don’t see a lot of birds late in the spring because the insectivores go high into the mountain valleys following the bugs. Mallard and Teals will nest and stay over the summer but most of the birds move farther north. This year’s cold spring seems to have the birds mixed up a bit. Some duck species are still around when in warmer years they have moved on farther north long ago.” Wilkinson has been an outdoor adventure guide since 1986 and ran the interpretive program for many years at Mt. Robson Provincial Park. Wilkinson currently works with Adventure Management managing three provincial Visitor Centres as well as one public Information Centre.
Saturday, May 28, 2011 10:00am – 3:00pm Village of Valemount Office (Parking Lot) 735 Cranberry Lake Road
Valemount Learning Centre 250-566-4601
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Local News
Coach desperately needed for Robson Valley Speed Skating Club Daniel Betts Editor
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f someone doesn’t step up all could be lost. The Robson Valley Speed Skating Club (RVSSC) has been without a head coach for two years. “We have a lot of equipment and if we don’t find somebody willing to supervise the club and get ice time back the Valley looses everything,” said Laurie van der Roest, Registrar and contact for the RVSSC. Without a coach the club has taken a “2 year break” but time is running out. “Essentially, if we don’t get the club back up again all the mats, all the skates and all the sharpening blocks, everything, the Valley will loose because the B.C. Speed Skating Association will take it back,” van der Roest said. “I think if the Valley looses this, we will never get it back.” The club was started by Diana Coder who coached for many years before having to move away from the Valley. Greg Bruce coached after Coder left but his job conflicted with coaching time and since then the club has been waiting for someone to step forward and take on the roll. While a committee exists, someone to take care of the work on the ice is required. In September an ice time meeting takes place and typically the RVSSC acquired ice time on Wednes-
days from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. During their last session a total of 23 children and 5 adults from McBride, Dunster and Valemount were members of the club. Two years ago a speed skating oval was made on Starratt Marsh. Theoretically, a speed skating oval on the marsh could be used to host competitions in the Valley much the same way Logan Lake hosts the Regional Speed Skate Championships every year; adding another reason to entice visitors to our valley. In years past, kids from the RVSSC have travelled to Calgary for the opportunity to skate on the Olympic Oval. The club’s equipment includes a large selection of next to new skates, mats, safety equipment and sharpening jigs used specifically for speed skates. All the equipment is available to rent at a reasonable rate, however all the equipment will be gone if a coach is not found. “There is some urgency. If we don’t have anyone by mid-June we will fold the club,” van der Roest said. The RVSCC is meeting in mid-June to decide what to do with the club. “There is money in the bank to train a new coach, but we are looking for that commitment. We have always had great parent involvement but we need a coach.” If you are a coach or are willing to learn to be a coach for the RVSSC please contact Laurie van der Roest at 250 566 4772.
Spring Festival 2011: Something for everyone this June
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lans are well underway for Spring Festival 2011 thanks to the hard work of Marie Birkbeck and Jennifer Robinson of Tourism Valemount. The fun will begin on Friday evening, June 10th when a welcome reception, at the Valemount Visitor Centre, will open the festival. Bird enthusiasts are sure to enjoy the video “Feathered Friends” by Leon Lorenz, however non-birders will still enjoy a cash bar, appetizers and live music till 9 p.m. Saturday will feature fun and adventure. Mount Robson Whitewater Co. will host a Fraser River Float Trip where people can enjoy spectacular views, historical points of interest and listen to an interpretive talk. If you prefer dry land Valemount Area Recreational Development Association will be hosting the “Sea to Sky Trail”, a breathtaking group ATV ride with spectacular views of the valley. Bird watchers can take part in “The Stake-Out” on Cranberry Marsh where Delores Moore will guide and help to spot birds through the many scopes set up along the dyke. Kids will have a good time at the “Kid’s Quarters” where they will enjoy crafts, face painting and colouring activities. Children ages 5 to 12 will also enjoy the “Chickadee Run” foot race and chances to win some great prizes. A tasty BBQ is also planned. During the day, local talented artists will be painting original landscapes from various locations around the marsh. At the community hall, the Quilter’s Guild will be hosting a Quilt Show and Tea. To close out the first day, the Valemount Curling Club will be holding a concert and dance in the evening. The fun continues on Sunday with the “The Marsh Meander”where local experts will lead interested folk around the marsh trail. The Valemount Visitor Centre will be the staging ground for interpretive hikes, starting with the Packsaddle
McBride Community Forest Corporation
Board of Directors Vacancy
The Council of the Village of McBride is inviting applications from interested persons who would like to volunteer to sit as a “Director-at-Large” on the Board of the McBride Community Forest Corporation (MCFC). There are two positions to fill on the MCFC Board. Anyone interested in serving on the MCFC Board can pick up an information package regarding the application process and the duties and responsibilities of the position. Packages may be picked up at the Village of McBride Office during regular office hours. Applications will be accepted at the Village of McBride Office, 100 Robson Centre – 855 SW Frontage Road, McBride, BC until 4:00 p.m., Friday, June 3, 2011. For more information regarding the position or about the McBride Community Forest Corporation please contact: Marc von der Gonna, MCFC General Manager or Rick Thompson, Chair, MCFC Board of Directors at the Village of McBride Office at (250) 569-2229 or visit our website at www.mcbridecommunityforest.com
Creek Trail. A second group of hikers will be headed out to Tete Jaune Cache to visit Mile 53 where Art Carson will host this interesting exploration of the ruins of an old railway construction town. Also look for an art show sponsored by the Valemount Museum and possibly a birdhouse-building course. Donations will be asked for at each event with the exception of the Fraser River Float Trip which will cost $45+ HST to attend and will require preregistration by Wednesday June 8th. Money collected from these events will go toward trail maintenance at Cranberry Marsh as well as ATV trail development and improvements around the Valley. Spring Festival 2011 is sure to be an exciting and fun adventure well worth attending.
You are InvIted: BC HYdro PuBlIC MeetIng oPeratIonal uPdate MeetIng BC Hydro will host a public meeting to provide information regarding: •
BC Hydro Columbia Operations including Kinbasket Reservoir
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Columbia River Water Use Plan programs and projects
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Other BC Hydro initiatives in the Valemount area
DATE:
Thursday, June 2, 2011
TIME:
11:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
LOCATION:
Best Western Valemount Inn & Suites Bears Den 1950 Hwy 5 South, Valemount, BC
Doors open at 11:30 a.m. Presentations will begin at 12:00 noon. For more information, please contact Jen Walker-Larsen 250 814 6645. 2845
Daniel Betts Editor
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THE VALLEY
OPINION
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» VIEWPOINT Daniel Betts editor@thevalleysentinel.com
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veryone has goals they want to reach. Everyone has desires they need to fulfill. Achievement and victory generate powerful uplifting feelings. Adulation and praise are significant immeasurable rewards for a job well done. Life gives us many options to reach our goals but not always does the path we choose give us the same results. There is a difference between a welldeserved victory and stealing a race. People justify the means to an end in all kinds of ways. There are those who would think themselves clever and even act smug of having bent or broken the rules to gain advantage. Usually those who break the rules realize they don’t deserve an achievement but their desire undermines their integrity. When integrity is sacrificed to achieve a goal what are the consequences? Some people are more than happy to savour a victory without integrity but what are the ramifications for those around them? Is a tainted achievement as powerful or worthy of praise? In the old days deserving achievements were accomplished through hard work, experience, skill and integrity. Instant gratification has it’s costs; it forces adjustments, which otherwise would not have been necessary. Our society has created rules to protect us all; guidelines that show us the acceptable method to achieve our goals in a manner that generates true pride in what we do. Anyone can win a race without rules; an oaf with no integrity or skills can easily stomp their competition in the foot before the race starts and waddle across the finish line with victorious arms in the air and his competition writhing in pain at the start line. Does this runner deserve the adulation of the crowd? Does the runner deserve to be cheered on to the finish line? What was the cost of this victory? Sometimes it isn’t always as obvious as my example. However people are very intuitive and a simple question rising out of something that looks out of place is all it takes to realize a smug smile hides a severe lack of integrity. A flaw of those who believe the rules do not apply to them is the arrogant belief that their intelligence is greater than yours. They believe they deserve their goals without working for them. Sadly they will never know the powerful feeling of an achievement reached with pure skill and integrity.
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Valemount Visitor Centre Opens Daniel Betts Editor
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alemount is ready to attract the attention of Tourists who have already started hitting the highway. On Wednesday May 11th, the Valemount Visitor’s Centre opened its doors for the summer. Supervisors Sandra Craig and Keshia Janum welcomed visitors and showed off the well-organized displays. With a vast array of books and souvenirs, Craig is expecting to soon offer crafts and artwork created by local artists. Locals are encouraged to drop in and check out the centre for themselves. The Valemount Visitor’s Centre is unique in that it offers interpretive programs which studies have shown increase the average time spent in an area by up to two days compared to visitors centres that lack interpretive programs.
McBride Council Briefs Birgit Stutz Contributor
The regularly scheduled meeting for the Village of McBride was held May 3 with Mayor Mike Frazier, Councillors Rick Thompson, Irene Rejman, and Mike Moseley, Deputy Administrator/Treasurer Danielle Smith and Economic Development Officer Margaret Graine in attendance. Councillor Loranne Martin and Chief Administrative Officer Eliana Clements were absent. Letter to STARS Council carried a motion that a letter be sent to STARS Heli Ambulance to acknowledge the demonstration planned in the Village of McBride during Pioneers Days, the weekend of June 18 and 19. MCFC board of directors’ report received and recommendations adopted Marc von der Gonna, General Manager of the McBride Community Forest Corporation, presented
NOTICE OF
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING The Annual General Meeting of the Kamloops-Thompson-Cariboo Conservative Electoral District Association will be held on
SATURDAY, 2010 SATURDAY, April MAY 17, 28, 2011 at the Executive Desert Gardens Senior Inn, Centre 540 Seymour Street, Kamloops B.C.BC 540 Victoria Street, Kamloops,
Registration starts at 3:00 p.m p.m. - Meeting 4:00 p.m. 3:30 p.m
Guest Speaker: Cathy McLeod, MP There will be a Social Hour following the meeting Only members in good standing (for at least 21 days prior to the AGM) may vote
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“Ready for the Season”
Sandra Craig and Keshia Janum welcome visitors to Valemount.
Council with the MCFC board of directors’ review of the director-at-large election process. Council carried a motion that the MCFC board of directors’ report in regards to the review of the director-at-large election process presented to Council by MCFC General Manager von der Gonna be received. Furthermore, a motion was carried that Council adopts the MCFC board’s recommendation for the director-at-large process and that Council move forward with advertisement. A motion was also carried that Council’s decision on the recommendations from the MCFC board of directors regarding the director-at-large election process be postponed to a special Council meeting scheduled for May 5. Beer garden endorsement approved Council carried a motion that the BKB Reckless Softball Club application for a beer garden endorsement for a slo-pitch tournament scheduled for June 18 and 19 during Pioneers Days be approved. Village of McBride Financial Plan Council carried a motion that the “Village of McBride Financial Plan for the Years 2011-2015 Bylaw
Photo by Andrea Scholz
No. 713, 2011” be given final reading and adoption. Village of McBride Tax Rate Bylaw A motion was carried that the “Village of McBride Tax Rate Bylaw No. 714, 2011” be given final reading and adoption. Letter of congratulations Council carried a motion that a letter of congratulations be sent to MP Bob Zimmer for his election to the Canadian House of Commons for the Federal Conservative Party of Canada in the Prince GeorgePeace River area. Annual Village clean-up day Council was informed of the Village of McBride annual residential clean-up day, which took place in the afternoon of May 15
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COMMUNITY EVENTS SPECIAL EVENTS
McBride Centennial Elementary Art
An exhibition of creativity by students in Grade 5 & 6 Exhibit May 4th to June 20th at the Museum/Library building - 241 Dominion Street - McBride
Round Penning Workshop
May 21, at Falling Star Ranch in Dunster. Phone Birgit at 250-968-6801 for more information or visit http://www.fallingstarranch.ca/ClinicPage.htm
Dunster Spring Market
Dunster Hall - Saturday May 21st Lunch Available. Bedding Plants, Misc. Sellers Welcome - Call Pete (250) 968 4334
Norden the Magician I Love to Read Literacy Magic Show Tuesday May 24th, 9 AM Valemount Public Library 12:30 PM McBride Public Library Tickets are free
14th Annual BC Children’s Hospital BBQ
Thursday May 26th 11 a.m to 3 p.m. 3rd Avenue McBride beside Scotiabank Raffle and Silent Auction. 100% of Donations go to the BC Children’s Hosptital
Valemount Senior Citizens Club Sports & Fun Day
Saturday May 28th -2PM at the Golden Years Lodge Games start at 2PM followed by a potluck supper at 4PM. All seniors welcome. For info call Norah or Rich Meyer 250 566 4834
Ducks Unlimited Dinner & Auction
Saturday May 28th - 6PM at the Robson Valley Community Centre Tickets available at McBride Trading Company
High School Rodeo
Saturday & Sunday May 28th and 29th Canoe River Campground/Rodeo Grounds 6190 South Hwy 5, Valemount
The PRINCE GEORGE TRIO
Saturday May 28, 8p.m. Roundhouse Theatre Faculty members of Prince George Conservatory of Music: Jose Delgado-Guevara, Violin; Sebastian Ostertag, Cello; and Angela Alba, Piano; will be performing with Special Guest, Jane Houlden, French Horn (from Dunster). This promises to be an evening of special entertainment - a variety of classical music you won’t want to miss. Admission by Donation.
Village of Valemount - Electronics Round-Up
Saturday May 28th If you have electrontics(desktop Computers, portable personal computers, display devices, printers, fax machines, scanners, audio/ video playback/recording systems, non-cellular telephones and answering machines) that you would like to recycle, please drop them off at the Village Office Parking Area, between 10 -3 p.m., where a representative from Encorp will be available to assist you. This service will be provided FREE OF CHARGE.
“I Love to Read Literacy Magic Show” Norden the Magician coming to McBride and Valemount on Tuesday May 24th. Photo submitted
Valemount Spring Festival June 10, 11 and 12th
Cranberry Marsh, Valemount Vistor Centre and around the valley. Fun for everyone.
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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 • Drop-In - Adult Baseball - At the Baseball Diamond by the rink. 5:30 to 7 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
THE WEEK IN IMAGES
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“Around the Valley”
Left: A large crowd showed up to enjoy a BBQ sponsored by the IGA to support the Valemount Secondary School Grads of 2011. Carey Newby of the Grad Fundraising Committee stated that funds raised from this yearly event will go to bursary money that will assist the grads with their educational costs. A special thank you goes out to the IGA for donating the burgers, buns, chips, pops and cutlery. For manning the grill thanks to Debbie Ladouceur, Randy Kerik and Curtis Newby. Also thank you to all Valley residents who came to the event.
“Mom! Wait for us!”
Above: Two Dunster lambs chase after their hungry mom. Below Left: Pileated woodpecker evidence at Little Lost Lake Below Right: Evidence of new beaver construction in Dunster
Left: The Valemount Elementary School Soccer team practicing on Tuesday evening at the Valemount Secondary School soccer field. The team played their first two games of the season in Jasper on Saturday May 14th. While they did not return victorious they played hard, had a strong showing and most importantly everyone had fun. Below: On display at the McBride Museum/Library “An exhibition of creativity by students in Grade 5 & 6” An open reception was held on the evening of May 11th. The exhibit will continue till June 20th.
Photos by Andrea Scholz and Daniel Betts
Bedding Plants Locally Grown ∙ Over 100 Varieties!
Vegetables, Flowers, Herbs Open Daily, 1 pm - 4 pm & 6 pm - 8 pm. May 21st - June 4th PETE AMYOONY’S PLACE
7675 Read Rd - 3km East from Dunster Hall. Support Your Local Growers!
VILLAGE OF VALEMOUNT 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 Corey McDonald for the premises described as 1301 3rd Avenue, Valemount, being Parcel A Lot 6, Plan 10406, DL 7356, Cariboo Land District, of L 6 (90742M) at the Regular meeting on May 24, 2011 at 7:00 pm in Council Chambers at the Village Offices at 735 Cranberry Lake Road, Valemount.
“McBride Exhibition”
Above: Another example of the fine artwork of McBride Centennial Elementary School Grade 5 & 6 Students. 3-D dragons carefully built and painted. Below: Science Fair Projects answer some interesting questions.
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
The purpose of the Development Variance Permit is to: amend Section 5.4 A.6 of the Village of Valemount Zoning Bylaw by Increasing the height of the garage from 3.5m to 5.12m 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 May 20, 2011.
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ARTS & CULTURE DAY
May 13, 2011 - Cultural Day at Valemount Elementary School Students had an exciting day participating in many cultural activities and crafts. Thank you to the many volunteers who lead the children in special crafts and activities such as, zumba, medicine bags, beaded chokers and necklaces, bannock making, dream catchers, egg art, drama, kite making, history of Valemount and more. Many thanks go to: Michelle Gunderson , Penny Courtoreille, Ken Nicholas , Sherry Nicholas, Marian Farquharson, Joan Nordli, Rosalyn Barr and the many Parents who helped make this day a success. “A FUN DAY!”
Top Left: The kindergarten class dancing with Zumba Fitness instructor Michelle Gunderson. Top Right: Sherry Nicholas shows students how to make medicine bags. Centre Left: Marian Farquharson demonstrates the proper egg blowing technique. Center Right: Grade 6 and 7 students practice newly learned leatherwork skills. Bottom Left: Penny Courtoreille cuts freshly baked Bannock prepared by Ms. Barr’s class. Bottom Right: Former schoolteacher Joan Nordli tells an attentive Grade 2 & 3 class what life in Valemount was like back in the day. Photos by Andrea Scholz
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PieceMakers Quilt Show
“Beautiful Quilts”
Valley Piecemakers Quilt Show Lisa Ellsweig Contributor
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undreds of intricate and colourful quilts were displayed at the Valley Piecemakers Guild Quilt Show, held May 14 at McBride’s Evangelical Free Church. The stunning display included quilts of many styles and sewing techniques, both machine and hand stitched. Among the lovely and useful items were pillows, bed covers, lap quilts, table runners, wall hangings, calendar quilts and even innovative handbags. Many quilts are titled, names which often derive from the design, fabric or theme of the work. An interesting group of quilts displayed were “challenge quilts”, which result when each artist is given the same fabric or theme, and an amazing array of designs and personal expression emerges. The show represents two years of work by the Guild, which began about 20 years ago and currently has 22 active members. The Piecemakers meet in McBride every other week from September to the end of May, and new members are welcome, including beginners. The art of Quilting expresses the essence of community. A single piece is often made by a group of quilters working together to achieve a unified design. Quilts are often made to give, free of charge, and from the heart, to someone who needs their warmth and beauty. The Valley Piecemakers Guild creates lap warmers for seniors, birth quilts for the newly arrived, memorial quilts commemorating those who have left us and comfort quilts for those who need friendship and cheer. This year guild members will be creating “quillows” and picnic sized blankets for local children needing them. Today’s presentation of a beautiful “dedication quilt” titled “Wishes for Amy”, and a “thank you quilt” to the Gigglin’ Grizzly Pub once again celebrated this wonderful tradition of giving to the community through art.
Above left: Calendar quilts Above right: Valley Piecemakers Guild members at the quilt show. (From Left to Right: Debbie Alexander, Trudy Hood, Anita Jones, Norma Stromberg-Jones, Irene Froese, Sandy Birnie, JS, Heather Callaghan, Georgie Kenzie, Dawna Hickerty, Joyce Godfrey.) Left: Beautiful and intricate handwork. Below: Gigglin’ Grizzly thank you quilt. Photos by Lisa Ellsweig
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Community Students Pitch in to Protect School Daniel Betts Editor
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he disaster in Slave Lake, Alberta has emphasized the vulnerability of all communities to the threat of forest fires. On Friday, May 13th, several Valemount Secondary School (VSS) students volunteered to take part in the Wildfire Protection and Prevention Initiative that was spearheaded by the Village of Valemount and the Wildfire Protection and Prevention Planning Committee. Carrier Lumber provided funding for the initiative. “It is a good opportunity for them [students] to help out the community and help protect the school,” said Dan Kenkel, Principal of VSS. Considered a threat to the school, the particular stand of trees the students worked in was located just south of VSS. Students were taught hands on fire fuel management techniques by members of the British Columbia Forest Service, Robson Valley Fire Zone, led by Darin Summerhayes, Forest Protection Assistant. Besides learning valuable lessons and skills, students were also showcasing their work ethic to possible future employees. “These guys are former grads and are now back from school to work all summer outdoors in the bush. If any of our students want to be considered for that, here is an opportunity to show them [Forest Service] who they are and what they are capable of,” Kenkel said. Looking with pride as his students drag brush from the thinned and cleared forest, Kenkel added, “I am very impressed. They look like they are working hard.” The Valemount Wildfire Protection and Prevention Planning Committee have been performing this service for the last 5 to 6 years. “It makes fires easier to control and allows trees to grow bigger and healthier,” said Committee Member, Bill Kruisselbrink. In years past the committee concentrated efforts along McKirdy Road as well as selected wood lots in and around the village. “We often write letters to people whose lots appear unattended in an effort to prevent large fire hazards in and around the village,” Kruisselbrink explained. This year the committee selected a lot where the school and students could get involved and learn about the importance of fire fuel management. Kruisselbrink mentioned a forestry report that showed where the most likely sources of fire would come from and where fires may “jump.” Because of the wind, fires will generally come from the south. Kruisselbrink pointed out that the efforts of sawing off all the bottom branches of the trees would force a fire to “go to ground” rather than jump from tree to tree. “If there was a fire in this area now it would go to ground right here,” Kruisselbrink declared. This was the first time high school students have been invited to take part in the initiative and Kruisselbrink noted that they completely underestimated the amount of work they could accomplish. “Kudos to all of them. They are very hard workers,” Kruisselbrink said proudly. The lot the students cleared is now a showcase of how a fire safe tree lot should appear. On Saturday the brush that was removed from the lot was put into a wood chipper provided by The Source Tree Service, and hauled from the site. Valley residents are invited to check out the hard work of the students and the Forest Service in helping to keep our village safe.
“Listen up!”
Above: May 13th, Student Volunteers are briefed by Forest Protection Assistant Darin Summerhayes. Below Left: Stacey Duncan demonstrates fire fuel management techniques. Below Right: Stephanie Blanco dragging brush through freshly cleared lot. Bottom: Brendan Taylor of “The Source Tree Service” and Darin Summerhayes, Forest Protection Assistant, load brush into a wood chipper on Saturday morning. Photos by Andrea Scholz and Daniel Betts
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Youth dirt bike, 2009 BAHA 125 cc, 4 stroke, average condition. $700 OBO 250968-4481 GTS MAY 18
65 Round Bales of Hay Shedded $40 each per bale. Contact 250-9684347. MAY 18
27” RCA Remote Color TV’s for sale, all in working order. $50 each 30 available. Contact the Front Desk at Best Western Plus 250-566-0086, to arrange for pickup. Selling Cheap 2 vending machines. Pop and Snack both in excellent condition. Great small home business. Asking $1400 OBO phone 250-566-4205 GTS APR 27
12’ Aluminum Boat and late model 4HP Mercury Motor for sale. Includes removable chairs. Good condition. $1400 OBO Call 250566-9950 APR 6 GTS
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Valemount Community Forest Company Ltd.
JUNE 13
2 Bedroom plus den, large living room, wood heat, electric baseboards, appliances included, fenced yard, with wood and storage shed. $600/ month 250-566-4583 MAY 18
MAY 18
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FOR SALE or RENT
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
JAN 5 TFN
CN Apts. 1&2 Bdrm units, $520 & $590/mth plus hydro. Juniper Manor Bachelor Suite $400 + hydro, large refurbished 2 bdrm. C/W all new floors, paint, cupboards & counters. Also laundry hookups. $590 + hydro. Call Scott at 250 566-1569
FOR SALE or RENT 1272 3rd Ave Valemount $90,000 or for rent $500/ month. Available June 1st.
The Valemount Community Forest Company Ltd. is soliciting bids from contractors to carry out new harvesting and/or road development projects planned for this summer 2011. All bidders must be registered under the Safe Company program of the BC Forest Safety Council to meet eligibility criteria.
For Rent - 3 bedroom trailer. References required. Damage deposit + $650/ month rent+ hydro. George 1-780-621-7171
1454 8th Place Valemount $119,000 or for rent $600/month Available June 1st. Call Joy-anne 250-542-5922
MAY 25
For Rent or RENT TO OWN! Cozy 2 bedroom mobile, nicely renovated inside but needs some work outside. Would consider rental purchase with a down payment. $450 per month. Call Tammy @ 566-1025 MAY 18
Great family home on large fenced corner lot. 3 Bdrm + office/2 bath, storage shed & gardens. Pet ok. $850 #021-1 - 2 Bdrm trailer w/add. in Cranberry MH Park. Solid wood kitchen/floors, bright and comfy. Electric/wood heat. $625. #014-1 Fully renovated interior! Furnished 4 bdrm - 2 bath family home. Propane/wood heat. Pet ok. $1095 #014-2 Updated 3 bdrm - 1.5 bath house with attached garage. Electric/wood heat. Pet ok. $795 #024 Mtnview Apts. No smoking, no pets, clean and quiet building. Renovated 2 bdrm $575 #026 Spacious basic 2 Bdrm unit in 4-plex. No Pets, No smoking. $550 #021-2 Well-maintained 2 Bdrm trailer w/large storage shed in Cranberry MH Park. Vaulted ceiling, wood finishes. $625 #030 Furnished 3 Bdrm trailer w/addition. New flooring throughout. Oil/Wood heat. $650
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BUSINESS FOR SALE
Furnished 2 Bdrm home, 3 Bdrm home and Bachelor suites available for rent. Short term or long term. Call 250 566-9884.
Harvesting and Road Development Bid Opportunities
Interested parties should contact Shane Bressette, Manager for the Valemount Community Forest Company Ltd. at 99 Gorse Street, Valemount, BC, forestry@valemount.ca, 250-566-4601 (office) or 250-566-1371 (cell) before May 25th, 2011, to inquire about bid opportunities and to obtain viewing packages.
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PROPERTY FOR SALE
Tanning Salon For Sale - Rent - or Lease! Will Consider Selling Tanning Booth separately. All is negotiable. Call Tammy @ 566-1025
5 Acres, Mobile home, Large Shop, 1 minute from town. 530 17th Avenue, Valemount. $259,000 250-566-0075
MAY 18
New at the Valemount Public Library Adult fiction
The fifth witness ~ Michael Connelly Bones under the beach hut ~ Simon Brett Drawing conclusions ~ Donna Leon Buried prey ~ John Sandford Those in peril ~ Wilbur Smith
Adult Non-fiction
Until Tuesday ~ Luis Carlos Montalvan You are your own gym ~ Mark Lauren Bossypants ~ Tina Fey If you ask me ~ Betty White 100 recipes every woman should know ~ Cindi Leive Unbroken ~ Laura Hillenbrand Lemon aid used cars and trucks 2011-2012
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Say hello to Zorro ~ Carter Goodrich Give me back my dad ~ Robert Munsch Merci Mister Dash ~ Monica Kulling
Plus many, many more new titles listed on our website http://valemount.bclibrary.ca Check them out! Library hours Tues, Thurs, Fri 10am-5pm Wed 10am-9pm and Sat 11am-3pm
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NOTES FROM ALL OVER Notes from All Over Donalda Beeson contributor
Doc Walker Returns! Tickets are on sale now at Infinity for Doc Walker’s triumphant return to Valemount December 14th! Pick up your ticket sooner rather than later to avoid being disappointed. Tickets are available at Infinity for $40 while supplies last. This is sure to be a sold out show, so don’t wait.
Real and Visible Reading Hosted in part by Nancy Taylor and Sharon Stearns, the “Real and Visible Women Growing through Change Writing Group” will be sharing and performing a reading of their collective writings, Thursday May the 27th, at the Gathering Tree. S-100 Re-Cert The S-100 Re-certification course, as needed for local fire suppression employment, is being offered this Thursday May the 19th at 9:00 a.m. at the Dunster Community Hall. Call the Valemount Learning Center or Kent at 250-5661599 for more information. Bring a lunch; coffee will be provided. Occupational First Air Level 1, Last Chance The Valemount Learning Center will be offering Occupational First Aid Level 1, for probably the last time before summer. The course will be offered by Wendy Johnson on Saturday May 28th at 8:30 a.m. Call the Valemount Learning Center to sign up.
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Senior Citizens Club Sports and Fun Day Let the games begin! At 2:00 p.m. on Saturday May the 28th, all seniors are welcome to come and join in the senior citizens club sports and fun day! There will be bean bag baseball, bocce ball and more, with a potluck dinner to follow
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Now open to the public KOREAN FOOD After much adieu, Dduk Bae Kje also known as the Korean Traditional Restaurant on 5th Avenue, Valemount, is now open to the public! Opening hours are from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and again at 4:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Call 250-566-4163 for more information. North Central Local Government Association 56th AGM and Convention Last weekend Prince Rupert was host to the NCLG 56th Annual AGM and Convention, with over 250 delegates in attendance representing their various local governments from 100 Mile House to the Yukon Border and Valemount to Haida Gwaii. The Village of Valemount Council was in attendance. The group gathered to pass resolutions and discuss topics ranging from mining to health care to sustainability planning. The convention theme this year was “A Rainbow of Opportunities”. Rivershed Society of B.C. Seeks Young Leaders to Make a “Trip of a Lifetime” The society is offering a unique scholarship to ten lucky young leaders to make a trip down the Fraser River, “considered one of the greatest salmon rivers on Earth.” According to Coquitlam Now, this August the 4th to the 28th, the Rivershed Society of B.C.’s Sustainable Living Leadership Program (SLLP) will offer participants the opportunity to travel by canoe, raft and by foot down the Fraser River. The trip is set to start in the Fraser’s headwaters near Mount Robson, and will finishes 1,400 km down steam near the river’s mouth in Vancouver. The river will act as an interactive classroom for a nature intensive outdoor education program, “to foster eco-system knowledge, stewardship skills, leadership, teamwork and sustainable living.” The group will hopefully “develop an intimate understanding of the river, its tributaries and eco-systems,” as well as “meet with community leaders, take note of industry and development and learn about sustainability first hand.” Participants will discuss lowering their eco-footprint and sustainable living, through travel and engagement “with the society’s extensive network of First Nations contacts and community stewards.” Participants must be 19 years of age or older and physically fit. Community volunteer experience is an asset. To apply, submit an online application to the society before the May 20 deadline. For information, visit www.rivershed.com.
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Activities HOROSCOPE FOR THE WEEK by MICHAEL O’CONNOR Aries (Mar 21 – Apr 20) You can now feel the earth underfoot and spiralling energies of procreation rising. Love is in the air and you want your share. Whether planting, planning, sowing or investing your focus is strong. A revolutionary impulse is spurring you to take risks. You feel the power yet you may also feel the weight of responsibility. Make time for some pleasurable distractions of the season. Taurus (Apr 20 – May 21) Out of the gates like a charging bull, you will be in the mood to cover a lot of ground this week. Many new realizations are pouring in and you are taking many steps to understand and activate them. Your energy levels on an upward swing you mood is lifting. This trend will continue for some months so intend to make the most of it. Gemini (May 21 – Jun 21) Dreams of possibility are stampeding in your mind. You will begin to act on these this week, yet will also feel pulled to dream even more. What do you wish for next? Exploring new horizons, at least in your mind, may be a source of anticipated excitement. The time is fast approaching to commit your self to new dreams, visions and projects. Cancer (Jun 21 – Jul 22) Sowing the seeds of new friendships is an important feature of your life now. With your world stirred and shaken of late, you may find yourself in new territory. Gaining a new sense of security is in every thought and action. Endings on relationship fronts are likely contributing realities. The process has its price but you feel committed to a new status quo. Leo (Jul 22 – Aug 23) Your career is beginning to take on new shape. Acquiring new tools and opening yourself to trainings of some sort is likely. Now is a good time to stimulate your network. Whether gathering with friends and/or connecting for more practical purposes, you want to be seen and heard. Amidst many new realizations you are feeling ambitious and risky. Virgo (Aug 23 – Sep 22) With your power potential on the rise you are in a good position to be seen and heard. You will push for it and use whatever charms and strategies you can to succeed. This focus will remain strong and if you are seeking recognition and/or to improve your skills the time is ripe to do so. Better yet, mixing business with pleasure stands to go very well now. Libra (Sep 22 – Oct 22) A deep cycle where you are asking very important questions continues this week. Your focus will take on an increasingly adventurous tone. If you feel the need to take some risks to realize your dreams the time is fast approaching. The next couple of months could prove very successful for you if you do your part. Be willing to draw on the valuable resources of others. Scorpio (Oct 22 – Nov 21) Your focus on relationships remains strong. These include both professional and romantic interests. Opportunities for success are higher than usual just now so be deliberate. You may also be approached, even chased. You may be getting ready for deeper commitments. Communicate your desire to go slowly yet surely. Sagittarius (Nov 21 – Dec 21) It is time to make extra efforts to realize a more solid ground in your life is here. This will include new meetings and negotiations starting this week. With a clear plan and some follow through you will soon see inspiring results. Your willingness to see yourself and the world in new and different ways is vital. Now is a time to learn and listen within and without. Capricorn (Dec 21 – Jan 19) Your creative passions continue to soar. This could be a real breakthrough period. This may prove especially true in your love life. Whether you channel your passions into creative offspring or direct them to others, you will notice that you have a lot of love to share. Poetic feelings ad possibly words too will flow. Feel with your heart and mind! Aquarius (Jan 19 – Feb 19) Enjoying your home, garden and family remains a strong focus. The inspirations you are receiving are bound to blossom into beauty because there is so much love in them. Yet, there is work to do as well. Clearing, renovating and essentially establishing a foundation where you can work, play and create is on your mind. Aim to establish a space that can provide a base for you to reach out to others and share your wisdom. Pisces (Feb 19 – Mar 20) A busy time continues. You have many places to go and people to see. There may be a fine mix of business and pleasure. You feel very attracted to others and them to you. This is a fruitful time and you will gain a lot as long as you are in tune with this flow. The focus will swing over to home and family this week. Delving into creative projects and hobbies will bring many pleasures.
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The Gift of Dyslexia:Understanding the positives Charlene Chouinard contributor
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hat do Thomas Edison, Albert Einstein, Steven Spielberg, Leonardo da Vinci, Cher, Whoopi Goldberg, and Walt Disney have in common? They all have dyslexia. For the last several Tuesdays, at the Valemount Lions Hall, there has been a showing of videos, in the evenings, on the subject of dyslexia. These videos have been generously presented by Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy (CBAL), Valemount Public Library, and Valemount Adult Literacy. Kim Thorn, the Community Literacy Coordinator in Valemount, explains the purpose of these presentations is “to show not just the challenges, but
the gifts of dyslexia. 15-25% of the population has dyslexia. These genes are in the population for a reason. The more I learn about dyslexia, the more fascinating it becomes. They have different ways of seeing and learning. It’s such a great part of the human race. I want these presentations to bring some light to the subject. I know there is negativity associated with dyslexia, but there are so many positives! We hope that this information will help not just individuals with dyslexia, but also their families to better understand their gifts.” Two of the videos that were featured during the past presentations, ‘Misunderstood Minds’ and ‘It’s so much work to be your friend,’ have been purchased by the Valemount Public Library and are available for public use.
According to Susan Hall of the Whole Dyslexic Society, “Dyslexics, it could be argued, represent an even greater challenge to people and society in general due to the hidden nature of their disability. No one would dream of becoming impatient with the visually impaired person who took slightly longer to read text on a screen.” She believes this is primarily due to “a general lack of public awareness about the true nature of dyslexia, and general misconception that any difficulties are confined to the areas of reading, writing, and spelling.” A much anticipated public videoconference with her is soon to be announced. Surely all of us have a responsibility to try to understand such individuals, and to help them feel like they belong in our society.
Decide for yourself. Learn more at HSTinBC.ca You‛ve probably heard and seen a lot about HST — some negative, some positive. Well, now you can have your say. From June 13th to July 22nd you‛ll vote whether to keep HST or go back to PST plus GST. It‛s an important decision for our province, so be sure to take the time to understand all the implications of the two tax systems. And before you decide, put each tax option to the test at HSTinBC.ca
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