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Abbotsford News Friday, March 21, 2014 A43

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Coast-to-coast tour stops in Abbotsford

Canadian pop rockers Hedley are bringing their electro-infused anthems to the Abbotsford Entertainment and Sports Centre on April 12 as part of their coast-to-coast Wild Live Tour.

The band will be performing more than 30 shows across the country to promote their fifth studio album, Wild Life, and will be joined by special guests Classified and USS.

Lead vocalist Jacob Hoggard, origi-nally from Abbotsford, says it doesn’t matter if they are performing on the JUNO stage or at a small town venue, they approach it with the same sin-cerity.

“Performing for us is being who we are onstage and letting ourselves come out naturally, and I think that makes a big difference,” says Hoggard. “We can laugh, have fun and be really passionate about the music.”

Hedley’s ever-changing sounds con-tinue to be reciprocated by audiences, proven by their four consecutive multi-platinum albums Hedley (2005), Famous Last Words (2007), The Show

I made a record that sounded like the last one I made.”

Leading up to the release of each single, Hoggard finds himself in a state of “pure anxiety,” and often second guesses whether the fans will posi-tively receive the new music.

So far, Wild Life has been nothing short of a smashing success.

“The other night I had a really awe-some experience when I went back-stage to get a drink of water and the crowd was stomping on the ground so it sounded like thunder and they were cheering the bands’ name,” says Hoggard. “I was standing by myself in the dark and I shut my eyes, and it felt almost fake, like how a dream would feel … and I said to myself out loud, ‘You’re not dreaming.’”

Tickets for the Abbotsford show are on sale now. Hedley will also be offer-ing several VIP packages including a meet and greet, exclusive merchandise items, and an exciting “Golden Ticket” opportunity. Check www.hedleyvip.com for details.

Must Go (2009), and Storms (2011). Hoggard explains that the “musical evolution” of the band is more prom-inent than ever with the fifth album, which includes their fastest selling sin-gle “Anything.”

“For us that evolutionary process of learning involves a lot of experi-menting, trying new things, and that’s why it’s almost an imperative that our album sounds different as we progress through our journey as song writers,” says Hoggard. “I would be devastated if

We can laugh, have fun and be really passionate about the music.

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FRENCH BRAID BUNThese are really stylish. Just gather your hair and french braid it, work-ing across the back of the head. Then twist the end of the braid around to form a bun. Magnifique!

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The My Health My Community Survey can further enhance this work by improving our understand-ing of the conditions in which fam-ilies live, including how safe resi-dents feel walking in their neigh-bourhood or if they can afford to put healthy food on the table. This information can also be used in other planning processes such as the upcoming Official Commu-nity Plan update. A community designed with health in mind cre-ates vibrant and livable spaces for all.

To get the best picture of health in Abbotsford, Fraser Health is hoping

According to the Canadian Med-ical Association, 75% of illness is related to lifestyle, community liv-ability and access to health care. In Abbotsford, we are trying to improve our knowledge about life-styles and health care access, and how the community affects our health. The Fraser Health Author-ity and Vancouver Coastal Health Authority are working to change that with the My Health My Com-munity survey (www.myhealthmy-community.org).

Abbotsford has a proven history of promoting healthy lifestyles through the Healthy Abbotsford partnership, including making ‘the healthy choice the easy choice’ for children and families through shar-

to get more than 2000 surveys from Abbotsford residents. Those who complete the survey by June 30th, 2014 are eligible for great prizes including iPads, Abbotsford Heat Tickets and a 1-year Recreation Pass. Simply visit www.myhealth-mycommunity.org and click “Take the Survey” to help Abbotsford build a healthier community!

In the spirit of friendly compe-tition, Mayor Banman accepted a challenge by Mayor Adlem of Mis-sion to see which city can achieve the highest participation rate in the survey. Currently Abbotsford stands at 30% while Mission is in the lead at 68%! Be counted and help Abbotsford win the challenge!

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Fight back with your time.

Fighting cancer is a matter of time. Your time. When you donate as few as three hours to the Canadian Cancer Society’s campaign efforts, you help save lives and support those living with cancer. Volunteering is a small gesture that makes an enormous difference. We need your support to beat this disease. Get involved. Volunteer. Contact your local office.

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Early in 2013, the Abbotsford Food Bank

requested that the Rotary Club of Abbotsford

fund a pilot project designed to bridge existing

in-school breakfast and lunch programs

with the absence of any food over weekends

for elementary students at risk. Each week

volunteers pack two breakfasts, two lunches,

two dinners, and healthy snacks into each

backpack with food to last the weekend. The

backpacks are then delivered by volunteers to

elementary schools. ‘Blessings in a Backpack’

has expanded from the original single school

project to nine schools serving 140 students and

their families.

Without the financial and volunteer support

of corporate partners, non-profit groups, faith

groups and individuals, this program would not

be possible.

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us glad that we were able to help out. Volunteering can be a great experience and both teens and adults should try to make time

for at least a few hours here and there. Teens can learn valuable life lessons that will help them to become better adults. After

National Volunteer Week (April 6-12, 2014) is a time to recog-nize, celebrate and thank Cana-da’s 13.3 million volunteers. With busy lives, it can be hard to find time to volunteer. However, the benefits of volunteering are enor-mous to you, your family, and your community. Volunteer work is important not only to individ-ual volunteers but to Canadian society as a whole. Volunteers strengthen our communities and make our country vibrant be-cause these acts of kindness all over Canada boost our nation’s happiness.

Volunteering gives us a feeling of satisfaction at giving back to our community. For every good deed we do, our self-esteem and confidence grows. Just seeing the smile on someone’s face makes

all, a generation that loves to volunteer and be an active part of the community would benefit everyone.

One of the better-known bene-fits of volunteering is the impact on the community. Unpaid vol-unteers are often the glue that holds a community together. Vol-unteering allows you to connect to your community and make it a better place. However, volun-teering is a two-way street, and it can benefit you and your family as much as the cause you choose to help. Dedicating your time as a volunteer helps you make new friends, expand your network, and boost your social skills. Vol-unteering is a fundamental act of good citizenship and it’s also essential in our society.

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3. CARRY THE ESSENTIALS:

Extra clothes, always, no exceptions (rain wear, fleece jacket, toque even in summer). A light with extra batteries (headlamps work great), and a first aid kit with the basics, including something for blisters. Food and water – minimum 1 litre per person with extra energy foods. Bring along shelter, emergency bivy sack, reflective blanket or even an orange plastic bag, a signal device (whistle or flare), pocket knife and hiking poles.

4. TAKE A CAMERA & KEEP RECORDS IN A JOURNAL

Months later you will want to remember how long the trail took and what information you need for next time.

BRENT MURDOCHOWNER/OUTDOOR ENTHUSIASTVALHALLA PURE OUTFITTERS

Spring is in the air and thoughts turn to getting outside. We are surrounded with amazing hiking in the Fraser Valley. But how can we hike safely?

Here are a few tips to have fun and be safe!

1. KNOW WHERE YOU ARE GOING

Have a map and a compass or GPS. If you have a GPS, know how to use it and have extra batteries. Communications can be limited. Don’t rely on your cell phone but bring it with a full charge.

2. TAKE A FRIEND.

If you are new to hiking, go with others. Share your experiences with others and see what others see.

5. LET SOMEONE KNOW WHERE YOU ARE GOING AND WHEN YOU PLAN TO BE BACK

Leave a note in your vehicle stating the trail and when you plan to return (fold it up so you aren’t advertising how long you are leaving your vehicle unattended).

6. BE COMFORTABLE Good hiking shoes, socks

and comfortable clothes (non-cotton) are a must.

JOIN US!For a local day hike, Saturday, April 5 on Sumas Mountain!For details check out our facebook.com/VPOabbotsford

Six helpful tips to keep you safe while hikingHit the trails!


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THEDISH

The reality is, much of the wine we find in our market place is ready to drink now or very soon. Yes, some wine can reap benefit from lying down for a while longer, and other wine will definitely get better with age, but, sadly, some wine will only get tired with age.

So, how do you know if a wine is ready to open and drink? My stock answer is, “Well, it depends.”

I am not trying to be evasive or guard some state secret; it really does depend. It depends on the region, sub-region, vintage, grape variety, producer, age of the vines, and so on.

That’s not to say there aren’t some general guidelines, because there are. A vintage chart is one of the tools that can help you with a broad overview.

But better yet, especially here in B.C., just contact the Okanagan or Fraser Valley winemakers about their products and ask them. They’ll tell you.

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$1,000 Grand Priz e! Private cooking lesson for you and 7 friends and a shopping spree all at Lepp Farm Market!

Every food-lover has at least one dish they make exceptionally well. You know you’re a good cook, but do you you have what it takes to prove you’re a GREAT cook? Here is your chance!

Whether it’s your own recipe or a family favourite, it’s time to enter the $1,000 Grand Prize Giveaway.

To enter, send your recipe to: [email protected] 300 words. Please include your full name, address and a daytime number where we can reach you.

Feel free to include an original photo of your meal or you in the kitchen! For full contest details visit abbynews.com/contests.

RECIPE CONTESTTh e Ultimate Dish

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