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Kids soak up the sun at Griz Carnival

Fernie Alpine Resort’s avalanche dog greets children with smiles at the third annual Griz Kids Summer Carnival. For full story and more photos go to page 5. Photo by K. Dingman

By Katelyn DingmanFree Press Staff

Earlier this month, Parastone — a locally owned c o n s t r u c t i o n

and development company — announced they would be developing a substantial portion of the 660 acre parcel of land one kilometer from Fernie’s historic downtown.

Naming the residential community Montane, the project,

once completed, will be Fernie’s largest property development to date.

“We are very excited about this acquisition and to unveil the community’s new name,” general manager of Parastone Simon Howse said in a press release on July 11.

“Montane references the defining experiences and features of mountain living and perfectly symbolizes our vision for this incredible piece of land.“

The project did however raise

concern over the relocation of hydro lines.

Those concerns were addressed during an information session at the Seniors’ Drop In Centre on July 2.

The previous developer requested that BC Hydro and the city of Fernie relocate the hydro lines along Coal Creek Rd.

When Parastone took over the development, they made an agreement with BC Hydro that any vegetation not interfering with the newly located power lines would be

left in its natural state.“We understand we are already

cutting through a swathe of forest and we didn’t want to compromise the natural beauty of the area,” Howse said in a media statement. “That beauty is what is so alluring about this place.”

Parastone expects the relocated power lines to be completed by August.

For more information on the development, visit www.montanefernie.ca.

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We will be making electrical system improvements in Elko on Sunday, August 10, 2014. To ensure the safety of our work crews, it will be necessary to interrupt electrical service for approximately four hours.

When: Sunday, August 10, 2014Time: 4:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. MDTWhere: All customers in Elko, Jaffray, Highway 3 from Wardner east of

the Kootenay River bridge to Jaffray, Galloway and surrounding area, Baynes Lake and surrounding area including Kikomun Creek Provincial Park and Kikomun Newgate Road down to the junction with Marcer Road, and on Highway 93 to the USA border.

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By Katelyn Dingman Free Press Staff

Locals turned to social media when plans to host the third annual Jen Hickling memorial slo-pitch tournament in Fernie went awry.

This year's slo-pitch tournament, dedicated to Jen Hickling who lost her life two years ago after battling an aggressive form of cancer, was moved from Fernie to Jaffray due to a miscommunication between city hall and event organizers.

Organizer Sara Mitchell brought the issue to council during their July 28 meeting.

“I’m very upset because the previous two years we’ve always been allowed to host the event here, we’ve paid our fees which included insurance,” she said. “We’ve never had to get a liquor license [but] this year we were told we needed to obtain a liquor license although we weren’t serving or providing alcohol of any means.”

Mitchell said that they were also informed by city hall that they would have to pay an extra $300 in insurance fees and that they would not be permitted to camp as they had in previous years.

But Director of Leisure Services Cam Mertz, who discussed the tournament with event organizer Shiann Martin, said he was following the city's current bylaws while communicating this information to her.

“The conversation that [we] had with Shiann was very civil,” he said. “At no point did I ever have the impression that she was dissatisfied with the information I provided her with.”

Mertz said that Shiann had asked if the municipality could provide insurance and he was unaware that the organization already had National Softball Association (NSA) insurance.

Mitchell said that in previous years when the organization rented the ball field, city insurance, grass cleaning, open bathrooms and garbage cans were included in the fees.

C o u n c i l s u g g e s t e d

providing grants for future tournaments in order to avoid high city fees.

“This is a newer group that’s starting to ask the legitimate question,” Councillor Phil Iddon said. “I think it’s Mr. Mertz’s job to protect the corporation and go by bylaw.”

He went on to say, “Unfortunately what we have here is we have people that are asking m a y b e q u e s t i o n s that weren’t asked in the past. I don’t think we necessar i ly know that

camping was even an ask in the past or if it was just done.”

As far as the liquor licensing goes, Mertz said that he was simply directing organizers to look into liquor licensing in order to protect themselves from the RCMP.

This year the Fernie Minor Baseball League, the leaguers, were sharing the field with the adult leagues, which raised concern for police, Mertz said.

“The RCMP asked us to post the rules and the schedule so they could enforce non-licensed drinking on the site,” he said. “We were trying to give them insight on what’s happening down there.”

In terms of the request to camp on the field, the city said that it is against their current bylaws to allow public camping.

Council agreed that this bylaw needs to be amended for special events.

“The camping unfortunately has become really problematic,” Councillor Dan McSkimming said. “I think it’s a discussion our council has to have about how we can accommodate it so that the campers would be allowed for special events.”

The city said they plan to accommodate the slo-pitch organizers next year so that they can host the tournament here in Fernie.

“We’re too late for this year and that’s sad,” Iddon said.Mayor Mary Guiliano added, “Had it not gotten out

of hand with all the negative comments that were made by certain people on social media… we could have made something happen quite easily.

“It is regrettable but we will be working on a policy for the future.”

She went out to say, “This could have all been alleviated with more information if another discussion could have been held. I’m sorry this tournament won’t be held in Fernie but for the future I’m sure things will be just fine.”

Annual slo-pitch tournament moves to Jaffray

“We’re too late for this year and that’s sad.”

Phil IddonCouncillor

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Sparwood to participate in radon Education and Awareness Strategy

By Nicole Obre Free Press Staff

Residents of Sparwood received quite a scare last month when a recent Health Canada survey placed the community

in the top five for household radon readings in the country. But the district of Sparwood is moving forward with caution.

The Canadian guideline for radon in indoor air is 200 becquerels per cubic metre (200 Bq/m3), and while one reading from a Sparwood household came in at 2,941 Bq/m3, readings and levels can vary dramatically from household to household.

“Yes, it's potentially concerning to have such a high reading, but it can happen anywhere,” commented Nelson Wight, district of Sparwood manager of planning.

“I think the important thing to recognize is that the East Kootenay region is high compared to the B.C. average in terms of homes that through that study recorded radon levels above the recommended guideline before mitigation measures need to be taken,” continued Wight. “We don't know if Sparwood is any different than any other community within the East Kootenay region.”

Wight emphasized that there were only two data points included in the survey from Sparwood and that further research would be needed before drawing any conclusions on radon potential within the community.

The survey tested approximately 14,000 homes across Canada, with over 1,500 showing levels above the guidelines. Rankings higher than Sparwood were found in Armstrong Station, Ontario (5,657 Bq/m3) and Bas-Paquetville, New Brunswick (5,590 Bq/m3).

Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in Canada after smoking. It is a radioactive gas naturally emitted from the earth through the breakdown of uranium in soil and enters your home by seeping in through cracks, pipes, windows and the foundation. It is estimated that radon kills 3,000 Canadians every year.

With council's approval, Health Canada is now launching an Education and Awareness Strategy on Radon Measurement in Sparwood. The pilot program will raise awareness and provide education on the risk of radon in homes.

“Health Canada targeted our community to pilot an education awareness study to which they can potentially roll out to other communities and learn from us,” explained Wight. “Part of that is because we're a smaller community and we're in a region of the province that is high relative to those levels of radon.”

A Health Canada survey released last month placed Sparwood in the top five for houshold radon readings. Photo by N. Obre

He added, “I think it's an opportunity for us to learn for our community and that's why I'm recommending we proceed with it.”

The program will also collect additional information on the levels of radon in Sparwood homes through voluntary participation from residents.

“I totally agree that we need to take a closer look. I'm glad that we're going to participate, I think it's a good idea,” said Councillor Sharon Fraser. “But I also think that until we can actually say to people ‘this is really affecting the community, these rates are too high,’ we shouldn't be scaring the hell out of people.”

Council voted unanimously to proceed with the Education and Awareness Strategy.


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The Boat Smart team made a pit stop at the Fernie Canadian Tire on Sunday as part of their Canada wide summer tour.

Celebrating their 10th anniversary, Boat Smart members are traveling from coast to coast in an effort to raise money to send disadvantaged youth to camp.

The team is encouraging Canadians to share their favourite boating moments on social media.

For every photo share on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook using the hashtag #boatsmartmoment, the Boart Smart team will donate $1 to camps across the country.

Their goal is to raise $10,000 for six Canadian camps including Camp Goodtimes — a British Columbia recreational camp for children and teens with cancer.

“The camps that we are stopping off at, the

kids, we’re taking them out on the water because some don’t have access to a boat. It’s to introduce them to something that they don’t normally get to take part in,” social media and personal relations (PR) lead Tashonna McDougall said.

Boat Smart is also encouraging Canadians to get their boating licenses, either online or at the Boat Smart booth.

“It’s just to have the knowledge by getting your Boat Smart card because then you’re confident out on the water and then you can spend more time having fun,” McDougall said. “It’s the law that you have to have your license.”

The team has travelled across nine provinces so far.

McDougall said they plan to finish their tour in Tofino, B.C. within the next three weeks. “Enjoying a Canadian summer is one of the best things ever no matter what province you’re in,” she said.

Boat Smart encourages Canadians to boat safely

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Brother Joe Tracey, Knights of Columbus Council 4455, presents a cheque to Pat Reghenas for $5,000 towards the Lilac Terrace Expansion Project. Submitted photo

The Boat Smart team made their way to Fernie on Sunday to promote safe boating practices. Photo by K. Dingman


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These meetings will be held in the Council Chambers at 816 Michel Road

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• August 7 Citizens’ Advisory Committee @ 6 pm• August 11 Regular Council @ 6 pm• August 25 Regular Council @ 6 pm

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Water Bylaw Education ProjectFor the duration of the summer, Elkford’s Water Smart Ambassador will be placing yellow fl ags on lawns where watering restrictions have not been followed. The fl ags are just a gentle reminder of Elkford’s water conservation policy. The District of Elkford reminds residents that outdoor water use restrictions are now in effect. Outdoor water use is permitted between the hours of 6:00 am to 9:00 am or 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm.

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Kids soak up the sun at Griz CarnivalBy Katelyn Dingman Free Press Staff

Locals ventured to the ski hill on Saturday, but many of them weren’t there to bike.

Fernie Alpine Resort hosted their third annual Griz Kids Summer Carnival in the main plaza.

Children enjoyed face painting, balloon animals, an arts and crafts station, a bouncy castle tent and fishing.

Children and their parents were also invited to an avalanche dog demonstration where a trainer showed locals how the ski resort dogs are able to trace a scent to locate a person, or in this case, a toy.

Dozens of children enjoyed the annual Griz Kids Carnival on Saturday. Photos by K. Dingman

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POLL OF THE WEEKHave you ever helped an abandoned or lost animal?

Yes 92% No 8%This week’s poll question: Should mobile vendors in Fernie have more regulations?

log onto www.thefreepress.ca to make your vote countThis web poll is informal, not scientific. It reflects opinions of site visitors who voluntarily participate. Results may not represent the opinions of the public as a whole.

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The editorial team at The Free Press has been under a bit of a transition period over the last year. Angela Treharne said goodbye to the paper this spring after many years as editor. Reporter Tamara Hynd left shortly after to work at one of our sister papers in Nelson. And now, after two years with The Free Press, I am taking a year long break to embark on a new adventure: parenthood.

Being a mom may not come with strict deadlines or having to cover last minute weekend events, but I am certain it will be the most intimidating, and most rewarding, job I will ever have.

While I have only spent two years at the paper, it feels like much longer – and I mean that in a good way. I started as a reporter, eager to cover relatively positive and community-focused news after coming from the Lower Mainland. After a year reporting I was given the opportunity to move into the advertising department. Always ready for a challenge, I learned a whole other side of the business and gained a new appreciation for anyone, anywhere, working in sales. But this winter, I couldn't have been happier to move back to the editorial department where I felt at home; reporting, writing, editing and taking on the task of laying out The Free Press each and every week.

In the short time I have been lucky enough to call myself editor, our weekly newspaper has learned, changed and grown right along with me. Although I am sad to be saying goodbye – even if it's just for a year – I know I am leaving it in good hands.

Katelyn Dingman recently relocated from Ontario to join our team. She has spent the last two months working as a reporter and will take over as editor in my absence. Katelyn may still be new to the area, but I know how excited she is to be here and how much she has loved immersing herself in all things Fernie since arriving.

Sarah Kucharski will be The Free Press' newest roving reporter. Hailing from the Lower Mainland, she is also new to town, fresh out of journalism school and ready to get her feet wet.

Not only will Katelyn and Sarah have our hard-working team at The Free Press supporting them, but I have no doubt that all of the friendly people in Fernie, Sparwood, Elkford and the South Country will greet them with a smile. The pair will bring a fresh perspective to the paper and I'm looking forward to seeing where they take it.

Response to the arguments against food trucks

Some of the recent arguments in favour of brick and mortar restaurants and against food trucks in downtown Fernie are as follows: loss of municipal taxes; attracting customers from restaurants causing restaurants to decrease their profits and/or close; and contributing to public nuisances such as intoxication, property damage and street violence.

The rationale of these arguments is conjecture and for the purpose of supporting brick and mortar restaurants. There are no studies that verify that any city has lost tax revenue due to a food truck. If a restaurant or any other business closes and therefore the city no longer receives tax revenue from that business, in all probability, the business closed due to various reasons – the main one being unable to meet the demands of the customers or a slowing economy.

There is no valid evidence to support that any food truck has caused a brick and mortar restaurant to close. Customers select their choices based on personal taste, the quality of the product and the efficiency of the service.

There is no correlation between a food truck and public misbehaviour. There is more of a correlation of public misbehaviour between a bar serving alcohol and permitting a customer to become drunk and then going out to the street. Even though this correlation may be seen easily, there is no clamour to close bars or curtail intoxication and any consequential misbehaviours.

Some other concerns that brick and mortar restaurants purport about food trucks are as follows: blocking their signage and visibility; providing no bathrooms; lower operating costs; not being required to make improvements; littering and garbage; and noise.

In truth, these claims are only conjecture for the purpose of persuading the city council to create a regulation against the food truck in favour of a brick and mortar business. It would be most difficult to acquire any significant statistical evidence to support these claims. In the event the city council regards these claims as valid, the city council will be in error and will appear to favour and/or disfavour a particular business owner or owners on a personal basis and not on competitive fairness to all businesses.

Carolyn WoodfineFernie, B.C.

Response to “A matter of privacy”

In response to the “A matter of privacy” letter, Western Financial Group understands concerns regarding privacy issues and our customer’s right to privacy is important to us. If any customer feels they require more privacy while answering questions at the ICBC counter, our ICBC agents are happy to have answers written down or to speak with the individual in a private room.

Our employees are instructed to let the customer know they have the option to answer the questions privately if they feel the customer is not comfortable addressing them at the counter. Customers are also welcome to request a separate room to address questions should they prefer increased privacy.

We are committed to providing the best service for our customers and we encourage customers to come forward with any concerns they may have. We are guided by our principles of truthfulness, fairness, value and loyalty and we strive to deliver on these principles each and every day.

James HallRegional VP – Kootenay RegionWestern Financial Group


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July 2004 – 10 years ago

Wildfire arson starts three fires in EK

Elk Valley – Three wildfires the Southeast Fire Centre actioned last week are suspected to have been started by arson. One was set in the rest stop near Elko.

Fire Information Officer Carolyn Mitchell said officials “have found enough information that leads them to believe it is arson.


5 campsites closed following bear attack

Five forestry camps have been closed following a bear attack late Monday night at Rock Creek Campground three miles east of Jaffray.

A 10-year old girl was mauled in the leg by a grizzly while sleeping in a tent at the site.

The 10-year old had heard the bear outside and had covered the mouth of her younger sister until the bear went away. When they began to shout for their parents, the bear returned and began attacking the tent. The girl sustained only minor injuries.


Gopher poison set in Farming Areas

Farmers of the Fernie and South Country areas will likely find their gopher problem a bit lighter this year. Brian Clapp, rodent control officer with the Fish and Game Branch of the Department of Recreation and Conservation has been hard at work during the past number of weeks distributing poisoned oats in the gopher-infested areas.

The service is sponsored by the provincial government and is provided free of charge to farmers and ranchers.


Burglars who raided the Haddon Hotel beer parlor between 6 p.m. and 3:30 a.m. Monday dragged a heavy safe containing $260 from the building. The burglary was discovered by Wong Wing, janitor, as he arrived at 3:30 to clean up. The safe, which had been strapped to the floor, was about two feet square. The burglars also took about $40 worth of cigarettes and a box of cigars.


While Chief McDougall and Neil McCallum were refilling batteries from a 30-gallon carboy of sulphuric acid in the basement of the firehall on Monday afternoon, the container burst, or rather melted to pieces, and the fiery liquid splashed about like so much molten lava from Vesuvius. The Chief “gev wan lep” and landed in a bucket of water with both feet. It was a fairly commodious bucket. His boots and the cuffs of his trousers were burned off but his feet were left.

Neil was wearing a pair of rubber boots, which probably accounts for the fact that he is now studying catalogues of artificial limbs.


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Mondays• 7:00 to 9:30am – Early Bird Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 8:30 to 9:15am – Gentle Fit at the Sparwood Pool• 8:45 to 9:30am – Active Fit at the Fernie Aquatic Centre• 9:00am to 8:00pm – Public Swim at the Fernie Aquatic Centre• 9:30 to 11:30am – Swim Lessons at the Elkford Pool• 9:30 to noon – Red Cross Swim Lessons at the Sparwood Pool• 12:00 to 1:00pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 12:00 to 1:00pm – Lane Swim at the Elkford Pool• 1:00 to 4:00pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 1:00 to 4:00pm – Public Swim at the Elkford Pool• 3:00 to 5:00pm – Water Slide open at the Fernie Aquatic Centre• 4:00 – Special Olympics Athletes Bowling in Sparwood• 5:30 to 6:30pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 6:30 to 9:00pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 7:00 to 8:00pm – Prenatal Yoga at the Sparwood Rec Centre

Tuesdays• 8:30 to 9:15am – Aqua Fit at the Sparwood Pool• 9:30 to 11:30am – Swim Lessons at the Elkford Pool• 9:30 to noon – Red Cross Swim Lessons at the Sparwood Pool• 10:30 to 11.15am – Gentle Fit at the Fernie Aquatic Centre• 11:00 to noon - Storytime at the Fernie Library for ages 3-5 years• 12:00 to 1:00pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 12:00 to 1:00pm – Lane Swim at the Elkford Pool• 1:00 to 4:00pm – Toonie Tuesday Swim at the Elkford Pool• 1:00 to 3:00pm – Computer Fun at the Sparwood Library• 1:00 to 4:00pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 3:00 to 5:00pm – Water Slide open at the Fernie Aquatic Centre• 3:30 to 4:45pm – Lego Club, ages 6 – 10, Fernie Library• 5:00 to 6:00pm – Full Charge Workout at the Sparwood Rec Centre• 5:30 to 6:30pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 6:30 to 8:00pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 6:30 – Ladies Archery at the Fernie Elks Hall• 6:30 to 8:30pm – Opt Fernie Clinic at the Elk Valley Hospital• 7:00 to 8:00pm – Yoga at the

Sparwood Rec Centre• 8:00 to 9:00pm – 14+ at the Sparwood Pool

Wednesdays• 7:00 to 9:30am – Early Bird Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 8:30 to 9:15am – Gentle Fit at the Sparwood Pool• 8:45 to 9:30am – Active Fit at the Fernie Aquatic Centre• 9:00 to 10:00am – Gentle Flow Yoga at the Sparwood Rec Centre • 9:00am to 8:00pm – Public Swim at the Fernie Aquatic Centre• 9:30 to 11:30am – Swim Lessons at the Elkford Pool• 9:30 to noon – Red Cross Swim Lessons at the Sparwood Pool• 11:00 to noon - Toddlertime at the Fernie Library for ages 2 & under• 12:00pm - Fernie Rotary Meeting Park Place Lodge• 12:00 to 1:00pm – Lane Swim at the Elkford Pool• 12:00 to 1:00pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 1:00 to 4:00pm – Hot Dog Day Public Swim at the Elkford Pool• 1:00 to 4:00pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 3:00 to 5:00pm – Water Slide open at the Fernie Aquatic Centre• 3:30 to 4:45pm – The Puzzlers, ages 9-12 at the Fernie Library• 5:00 to 9:00pm – Concert Series and Fernie Craft Fair at Station Square • 5:30 to 6:30pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 6:30 to 9:00pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 6:30pm – Fernie Women on Wheels Group Ride at the Guide’s Hut• 7:00 to 8:00pm – Pilates at the Sparwood Rec Centre• 7:00 to 9:00pm- Sonrise Healing Rooms Open for Prayers 1361 Eighth Ave. Fernie• 7:30pm- Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting, Christ Church Anglican, 591 4th Ave. Fernie

Thursdays• 8:30 to 9:15am – Aqua Fit at the Sparwood Pool• 8:45 to 9:30am – Active Fit at the Fernie Aquatic Centre • 9:00am to 8:00pm – Public Swim at the Fernie Aquatic Centre• 9:30 to 11:30am - MOMs Group at the Fernie Library• 9:30 to 11:30am – Swim Lessons at the Elkford Pool• 9:30 to noon – Red Cross Swim Lessons at the Sparwood Pool• 10:30 to 11.15am – Gentle Fit at the Fernie Aquatic Centre• 11:30am – Kids Sing-A-Long and

Play Group at In� nitea• 12:00 to 1:00pm – Lane Swim at the Elkford Pool• 12:00 to 1:00pm – Lanes Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 1:00 to 4:00pm – Crooked Crayon Public Swim at the Elkford Pool• 1:00 to 4:00pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 3:00 to 5:00pm – Water Slide open at the Fernie Aquatic Centre• 3:30 to 5:00pm – Green Thumbs Environmental Club at the Sparwood Library• 3:30 to 4:45pm – Living Books, ages 6-10, Fernie Library• 5:00 to 6:00pm – Full Charge Workout at the Sparwood Rec Centre• 5:00 to 6:00pm – Lane Swim at the Elkford Pool• 5:30 to 6:30pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 6:00 to 8:00pm – Public Swim at the Elkford Pool• 6:00 – Youth Archery at the Fernie Elks Hall• 6:30 to 8:00pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 7:00pm – Scott Thursday Night Race Series presented by Kelsey’s • 7:00 to 8:00pm – Yoga at the Sparwood Rec Centre• 7:30 to 9:00pm – Women & Men’s Night at Old School Boxing•8:00 to 9:00pm – 14+ Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool

Fridays• 7:00 to 9:30am – Early Bird Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 9:00am to 8:00pm – Public Swim at the Fernie Aquatic Centre• 9:30 to 11:30am – Swim Lessons at the Elkford Pool• 9:30 to noon – Red Cross Swim Lessons at the Sparwood Pool• 10:30 to 11.15am – Gentle Fit at the Fernie Aquatic Centre• 11:00 to 11:45 – Lunch Box Storytime at Rotary Park for ages 0-5 years (BYO picnic)• 12:00 to 1:00pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 12:00 to 1:00pm – Lane Swim at the Elkford Pool• 1:00 to 4:00pm – Treat Day Public Swim at the Elkford Pool• 1:00 to 4:00pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 3:00 to 5:00pm – Water Slide open at the Fernie Aquatic Centre• 3:30 to 4:45pm – Pioneer Crafts at the Fernie Library, ages 7-10 (registration required)• 4:00 to 5:30pm – Free Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 5:00 to 6:00pm – Lane Swim at the Elkford Pool

• 5:30 to 6:30pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 6:00 to 8:00pm – $3.00 Swim at the Elkford Pool• 6:30 to 9:00pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 7:00pm - Jitney Darts at the Fernie Legion – everyone is welcome

Saturdays• 9:00 to 12:30pm - Jaffray – Baynes Lake Farmer’s Market • 12:00 to 6:00pm – Public Swim at the Fernie Aquatic Centre• 1:00 to 3:00pm – In� atable Crocodile hours at the Fernie Aquatic Centre• 1:00 to 5:00pm – Water Slide open at the Fernie Aquatic Centre• 1:00 to 2:00pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 2:00 to 4:00pm – DnD for Teens at the Fernie Library• 2:00 to 5:30pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 2:30 to 5:00pm – Public Swim at the Elkford Pool• 4:00 to 6:00pm - Meat Draw at the Fernie Legion • 5:00 to 6:00pm – Lane Swim at the Elkford Pool• 5:30 to 6:30pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 6:00 to 8:00pm – Public Swim at the Elkford Pool• 6:30 to 8:00pm – Women & Men’s night at Old School Boxing• 6:30 to 9:00pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool

Sundays• 9:00am – Fernie Pets Society Group Walk at the Fernie Aquatic Centre• 12:00 to 6:00pm – Public Swim at the Fernie Aquatic Centre• 1:00 to 2:30pm – Family Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 1:00 to 3:00pm – In� atable Crocodile hours at the Fernie Aquatic Centre• 1:00 to 2:30pm – ‘Game On!’ board games at the Fernie Library• 1:00 to 5:00pm – Public Swim at the Elkford Pool• 2:30 to 5:00pm – Public Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 3:00 to 4:30pm – Game On! Board Games for all ages at the Fernie Library• 5:00 to 6:00pm – Lane Swim at the Sparwood Pool• 5:00 to 6:00pm – Lane Swim at the Elkford Pool• 7:00 to 8:00pm – Pilates at the Sparwood Rec Centre• 7:30pm - Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting, Christ Church Anglican, 591 4th Ave. Fernie

Around the Valley is a free listing to any local service.Please send an email to [email protected] or drop off a brief description of your event at The Free Press office.

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31 Pre-School Pottery, Fernie Arts Station 1 pm

31 Open Reception, Fernie Arts Station 7 pm

August2 5th Annual Porky Blue

Trail Ride, register at Fernie Hotel 8:30-9:45 (or Guides Hut in advance)

2 Island Lake Guided Hike – Heiko’s Trail

2 Tanner James, In� nitea 8 pm

3 Island Lake Guided Hike – Lizard Lake Trail

5 Little Hands, Big Art, Fernie Arts Station 10 am

5 Red Sonya 2Knee Ride, Meet at top of Red Sonya @ 6:45 (Must be FMBC Member)

5-8 Summer Adventure Camp, Fernie Aquatic Centre 9 - 4:30 pm

6 Operation: Art! Fernie Arts Station 9 am

7 Wapiti Kick Off with Free Concert, Arts Station

8-9 Wapiti Music Festival, Annex Park

9 Highline 100 Road Bike Ride 8:30 am – 8 pm

9 35th Annual He/She Tournament, Fernie Golf & Country Club

9 10th Men’s Open Tournament, Mountain Meadows Golf Club, Elkford

9-10 Standard First Aid and CPR-C 9 – 5 pm

10 Pancake Breakfast, Elko Community Hall 9 -12 pm

10 Indoor/Outdoor Flea Market, Elko Community Hall 9 - 1 pm

10 Bibbity Bobbity Boo Children’s Festival, Rotary Park

10 Fernie Show & Shine, downtown Fernie

11-15 Summer Adventure Camp, Fernie Aquatic Centre 9 - 4:30 pm

12 Kids Stained Glass, Fernie Arts Station

City CouncilMeeting Schedule

Regular Council meetings are open to the public and held at City Hall at 7:00 p.m.

City of Fernie Contact Info:City HallPh: 250-423-6817 Fx: 250-423-3034Email: [email protected]: www.fernie.ca501-3rd Avenue, Box 190Fernie, British Columbia V0B 1M0Office Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-4 p.m.(Closed statutory holidays)After Hours Phone: 250-423-4226

Fernie Aquatic Centre250 Pine Avenue Phone: 250-423-4466

Fernie Memorial Arena991-6th Avenue (Highway 3)

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Adventure Camps & Swim LessonsLooking for a little fun this summer? Check out the Fernie Aquatic Centre’s week long Adventure Camps or Swim Lessons. Swim lessons run Monday to Friday mornings all summer long. The full day swim and play camps include Red Cross Swim lessons, crafts, games, and outdoor activities for ages 5-6 and 7 -12 years of age. Please call 250-423-4466 to register for Camp or Swim Lessons.

Interested in becoming a lifeguard?The Fernie Aquatic Centre is hosting a Bronze Star Camp on August 25th-29th. This course focuses on basic lifeguarding skills including first aid and CPR. The prerequisite for this course is 10 years of age. This course is the first step to becoming a National Lifeguard. Contact the Fernie Aquatic Centre at 250-423-4466 if you have any questions.

Watermain Flushing NoticeCity workers are in the process of flushing watermains within the City. The program is done annually as part of a scheduled preventative maintenance program to help maintain good water quality and to improve the water flow in your neighborhood.

While flushing is taking place you may find the water slightly cloudy or water pressure in your home may decrease temporarily. These conditions are normal during watermain flushing and are only temporary.

If you notice any of these changes we recommend you flush your waterlines by running your outside water tap until it runs clear (usually 5-10 minutes) and the water has no noticeable taste or odor.

We regret any inconvenience this may cause you. If you have any questions, or if you experience any persistent water quality problems as a result of this maintenance program, please do not hesitate to contact City Hall at 250-423-6817.

Employment OpportunityThe City of Fernie Leisure Services Department is now accepting applications for the Regular Part-time position of Cashier Receptionist I at the Fernie Aquatic Centre.SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIESPrinciple responsibilities include performing reception, inventory, cash management and cashier duties related to the operation of the Aquatic Centre. Works under the direction of the Cashier Receptionist II. QUALIFICATIONS• Must be 18 years of age or older.• Training and experience in a computerized work environment

specifically in a Windows based environment working with Microsoft Office.

ABILITIES• Must be able to maintain pleasant and effective relations with the

public and employees of the City, even in adverse conditions.• Must be able to receive and process cash, credit card, debit card

and cheque remittances – must be bondable.• Must have the ability to operate a networked personal computer

and be able to operate programs utilized in the Aquatic Centre.Detailed applications are to be submitted to the undersigned no later than 4:00pm local time, Thursday August 7, 2014. Visit the website at www.fernie.ca Employment Opportunities for full details.Cam Mertz, Director of Leisure ServicesCity of Fernie250 Pine Avenue, PO Box 190, Fernie, B.C. V0B 1M0T: 250.430.1766 | E: [email protected]

Invitation to CitizensThe City of Fernie invites residents who want to have a say and make a difference in our community to apply to serve as a member on the:

Beautification CommitteeOne member is needed to fill a vacancy on the Beautification Committee to research and make recommendations to Council for an overall vision for installation of seasonal lighting and displays, decorations, banners and plantings, and community aesthetics all to promote and instill pride for the community we live in. This is a volunteer position and members participate in an advisory capacity to City Council.

Design Review PanelThe City of Fernie currently has a vacancy on the Design Review Panel for one member to serve a one year term as a representative of the community-at-large. All who are interested are encouraged to apply. Experience in the building/architectural industry with knowledge of local history is considered an asset.

The Committee is responsible for reviewing development applications within the context of the Official Community Plan, Building Design Guidelines for all permit areas within the City.

If you have an eye for detail and construction your City needs you!

Greenhouse Gas Emission Reduction CommitteeThe Committee is responsible for reviewing the corporate and community reduction opportunities and strategies in the Greenhouse Gas Emission Reduction Plan (the Plan), making recommendations respecting: • Implementation of corporate and community greenhouse gas

emission reduction initiatives; and • Developing methods to identify, measure and report on progress

towards achievement of the goals articulated in the Plan.Experience in the building industry and/or transportation sector is considered an asset.

These committee’s meet during regular business hours once each month. If you are interested email your application to [email protected] stating your availability and outlining your related experience.

Notice of Permissive Tax ExemptionsNotice is hereby given that, pursuant to Sections 224 and 227 of the Community Charter, the Corporation of the City of Fernie intends to provide exemption from municipal property taxes for a period of one year (2015 taxation year) for the properties listed below.

Council will consider the adoption of “Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw,” No. 2259 at its regular meeting on Monday, August 11, 2014, at 7:00 p.m. in Council Chambers, at City Hall, 501-3rd Avenue.

Name Location Purpose Estimate of Taxes

The Salvation Army

741 - 2nd Ave

(land and improvements)

Place of worship

$15,320

The Salvation Army

781 - 2nd Ave

(parking lot)

Place of worship

$1,840

Noise and Nuisance Issues All residents are entitled to a peaceful lifestyle.

Residents are reminded that there is a City bylaw in place that is designed to regulate noise and attempt to minimize noisy disturbances, especially during certain time periods.

“Noise is interpreted as any unreasonable disturbance not normally expected at any given time of the day or night.”

Some examples of noise which are not allowed:• Constant dog barking• Loud stereo or musical equipment being played continually• Construction equipment operating during certain time periods• Excessive vehicle noise

Disturbances resulting from fighting, shouting, swearing use of excessive rude language and loud parties should be directed to the Elk Valley RCMP (250) 425-6233.

For more information regarding City Bylaws visit the City Website at: www.fernie.ca or contact the Bylaw Officer at 250 423-6817.

Be considerate! Keep all kinds of noise to a suitable level at all times.

Fernie Fire Rescue – Auxiliary Support Positions NeededFernie Fire Rescue is seeking both men & women of all ages to offer a supportive role within our department. These “auxiliary support” positions are to be filled by individuals who want to be involved, but not in active fire fighting.

Drop by the Fernie Fire Department, or contact Ted Ruiter, Fire Chief at 250 423 - 4226



district of sparwood

Box 520, 136 Spruce Avenue, Sparwood, BC V0B 2G0 Phone: 250.425.6271 | Fax: 250.425.7277 Email: [email protected]

www.sparwood.ca

Upcoming Meetings of Council(in Council Chambers)

Tuesday, August 5 Regular Meeting HAS BEEN CANCELLEDMonday, August 18 Regular Meeting at 7:00 pmMonday, August 25 Committee of the Whole Meeting CANCELLEDTuesday, September 2 Regular Meeting at 7:00 pm

Disposition of Land: Lots for Sale

Thinking about moving to Sparwood? There are endless reasons why you should: a great community spirit, exceptional location, and incredible lifestyle opportunities.

Sparwood is situated in the South-Eastern corner of BC. Sparwood is a family friendly Rocky Mountain community nestled in the heart of BC's Elk Valley. Our community offers exceptional lifestyle opportunities just out the back door that include world-class skiing, fi shing, hiking, biking, and hunting or simply spending time in the great outdoors.

Whether you are considering moving here or already live here and are considering building your own home, we have four (4) residential lots available for sale at very reasonable prices.

Sales will start July 18, 2014 at 8:30 a.m. MDT and are on a fi rst come, fi rst serve basis and must be in person or by an authorized agent. A 10% deposit is required and you must enter into a sales agreement with the District of Sparwood to pay the balance within 90 days. These lots are subject to GST.

Whitewood Crescent

There are four (4) single family residential lots zoned R-1A allowing for an optional modular for sale at the appraised price of $54,000. All sales will be subject to an option in favour of the District requiring a building permit within two (2) years of the date of sale, exercisable at 90% of the original sale price. The sale must close within 90 days of the date of offer.

Lot 5, DL 4135, KD, Plan NEP826301309 Whitewood Crescent




For more information contact the District of Sparwood at250.425.6271 or email [email protected]

Details on each lot are available at: www.Sparwood.ca/land

Animal Control Bylaw ReminderDogs BarkingIt is perfectly normal for dogs to bark from time to time. Barking is a form of communication for your dog. However, continual barking for long periods of time is a sign that your dog has a problem that needs addressing. The Bylaw Department is reminding residents that under Section 5(d) of the Animal Control Bylaw no person shall permit any dog of which they are the owner to become a public nuisance. Please remember that continuous dog barking creates unnecessary disturbances to neighbourhood residents.

Why Dogs Bark• Your dog is left alone for long periods.• His environment is barren, without playmates or toys.• He’s a puppy and doesn’t have other outlets for his energy.• He’s a particularly active dog.• Provoked, deliberately or unintentionally by people or roaming dogs or animals.• Under exercised or not exercised at all.

Recommendations• Walk your dog daily – it is good mental and physical exercise.• Teach your dog some new commands and/or tricks and practice them every day.• Take an obedience or agility class with your dog.• Provide interesting toys to keep your dog busy when you’re not at home.• If your dog is barking to get your attention, spend more time with him.• Dogs are family members, bring him inside with you.• Let your neighbours know that you’re actively working on the barking problem.• When you have to leave your dog for extended periods of time have a friend or

neighbor walk and/or play with him.

BC DAY GARBAGE PICK UP SCHEDULEThere will be NO GARBAGE PICKUP ON Monday August 4, 2014

Garbage that is normally picked up on Monday, August 4th will be picked up on Tuesday August 5, 2014

7 WEEKS OF SUMMER FUN!!!Monday - Friday, July 2 - August 22

FREE!!

Preschool Adventures3 - 6 yrs 9:30 am - 12:00 pm

Max 24 spaces available

School age activities6 - 12 yrs 1:00 - 4:00 pmMax 30 spaces available

Meet at Lions Park

Sports - Get out and get active! A variety of sports will be offered.Games - A summer camp is incomplete without its games, join us for some fun times!Art - Create something special inspired by mother nature!Explore - Explorers will discover creativity, sportsmanship and individuality while learning in a fun and friendly environment.

Summer Set #5: August 11th - August 15th, 20149:30 - 10:00 am Level 5, Level 6, Level 710:00 - 10:30 am Sunfi sh, Crocodile, Whale10:30 - 11:00 am Level 2, Level 3, Level 411:00 - 11:30 am Level 111:30 – 12:00 pm Sea Otter

Summer Set #6: August 18th - August 22nd, 20149:30 - 10:00 am Sea Otter, Salamander10:00 – 11:00 am Level 8, 9, 10 (1 hour lesson)10:00 – 10:30 am Level 610:30 - 11:00 am Level 211:00 - 11:30 pm Level 3, Level 4, Level 5

Summer Set #7: August 25th - August 29th, 20149:30 - 10:00 am Sea Otter, Level 110:00 - 10:30 am Salamander, Sunfi sh, Crocodile10:30 - 11:00 am Level 2, Level 3, Level 411:00 - 11:30 am Level 5, Level 6, Level 7

ALL CLASSES RUN MONDAY – FRIDAY30 MINUTE LESSONS: $20/WEEK

1 HOUR LESSONS $40/WEEK

2014 Summer Swim Lesson Schedule

GENTLE FITMon & Wed8:30 - 9:15 amJoin us in the pool for this low intensity class.

PILATESWed7:00 - 8:00 pmA mat based class using controlled movements to strengthen key postural muscles.

SUMMER FITNESS CLASSES:AQUA FITTues & Thurs8:30 - 9:15 amTues8:00 - 9:00 pmA medium / high intensity workout in the pool.

YOGATues & Thurs7:00 - 8:00 pmCome out and experience yoga with your community.

GENTLE FLOW YOGAWed9:00 - 10:00 amIncrease fl exibility and mobility with this gentle yoga class.


Submitted by Kathy MurrayWildsafe B.C. Community Coordinator

Wildlife sightings

Fernie:

Black bear and cougar sightings reported on River Road extension by the Roots trailhead.

South Country:

Cougar sighting reported on Hockley Road in Jaffray.

Do you know where the berries are? The bears do!Berries are an important natural food source for bears. Did you

know that a bear can eat up to 100,000 berries in one day? Be prepared and expect to encounter bears when out berry picking.

The safest wildlife encounter is one prevented. Your best defense is to be aware of wildlife in the area. Make noise to avoid a surprise encounter: use your human voice, clap hands or two rocks together – especially near running water or in dense brush. Carry a walking stick (adults can carry bear spray in a side holster) and walk in groups.

If you encounter a bear: Stay calm and do not run. Let the bear know you are human (arms out to side) and use your voice in a calm, assertive manner. Never turn your back on wildlife, back away slowly and allow the bear an escape route. Do not approach or feed wildlife.

For more information on wildlife safety, go to www.wildsafebc.com.

Wildlife Corner

You know when you’re going through

something unpleasant (the dentist springs to mind for me), and someone tells you to go to your happy place? Well, I recently visited

my happy place. For real. I make sure I refresh my happy place images every summer so that if I need to go there mentally throughout the year, like on a minus-20 day on the Timber chair, they’re vivid.

I’ve had the same happy place since I was a kid, and luckily nothing has changed. It looks the same, feels the same, and creates the same nostalgic emotions of relaxation and contentment. Where is this magical place? Golden beaches as far as the eye can see, turquoise water that’s always the perfect temperature, an island with banks of brown sugar sand that drop off straight into the water, ideal for a running dive. Paradise, no passport required.

I know it sounds like Mexico, but it’s a lot closer than that. More like Mexi-kook. As you wind through evergreen forests and past farmer’s fields, you’d never know you were about to come upon such a jewel. The cows that line the road keep their poker faces. When I was young the road was gravel. The trek felt endless. But we knew when we got there it would all be worth it.

As a parent, I couldn’t wait to bring my girls. Now that they’re comfortable in the water and their stamina is good enough to withstand a full day of beach activity, I knew they were ready.

Packing for Koocanusa is intense. You don’t want to forget anything that may prevent you from spending the entire day. Buckets and shovels are essential. This is prime sandcastle real estate. Bring anything that floats. The marriage of having your torso suspended just above the water while your limbs dangle lazily in it is magical.

Food. You need two meals, minimum. We used to do at least one on the BBQ. My mom still bares a scar on her back from the wayward squirt of molten lava cheese created by my first piercing bite into a cheese smoky. You’ve gotta be careful with those babies.

Anyways, we were packed and ready. We were excited. When we got to the beach we set up our spot, my husband and I taking turns blowing into dragon floaties and princess tubes until we both needed to lay down. We created a flotilla and headed to the island. Without any hints from me the girls ran up those banks and straight back down into the water, just like I used to do. Cool. Soon we were all doing it. My happy place just got a little happier.

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Rocky Mountain barbeque takes residents back to medieval timesBy Katelyn DingmanFree Press Staff

Rocky Mountain Village residents and their family members stepped back in time last Wednesday for their annual medieval

themed barbeque.“It went off without a hitch,” said recreation

therapist Shelley Moulton. “I think it was a great day.”

The afternoon included a hamburger and sausage dinner, donated by the Lions Club, live entertainment and a 50/50 draw.

Moulton said the funds raised during the draw will go towards getting a sun shelter for the residents so that they’re able to enjoy outdoor activities.

The summer barbeque is a tradition in Fernie, with the Lions Club contributing food every year.

“That’s their way of giving back to the community,” Moulton said.

And the Rocky Mountain staff worked hard to ensure the residents and their family members enjoyed themselves.

“Our recreation staff has lots of great ideas and it came together really well,” Moulton said.

Families joined Rocky Mountain Residents for their annual summer barbeque.

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Fernie Alpine Resort is famous for legendary powder, but there’s a huge range of activities available during the summer too! Hikers, bikers and sightseers can utilize the chairlifts to quickly ascend the mountain, plus the Lost Boy’s Café is open on weekends for a lunch with a view.Hike the trails and meadows from the chairlift or challenge yourself to reach one of the Lizard range summits. There’s mountain biking to suit all levels, plus lessons are available for those who are looking for a little extra guidance. To get a taste of life above the ground, visit the aerial park and zipline to climb and soar 20 metres above the ground!See www.skifernie.com/summer for all the information and contact details. Reservations are recommended for some activities.

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Fernie’s very own music festival is back for another year, with a great lineup and plenty of fun for the whole family. In addition to the weekend shows at Annex Park on August 8 and 9, the 2014 program includes a free show by WiL outside the Arts Station on Thursday, August 7.Visit wapitimusicfestival.com for the full schedule and information about each of the acts, and be sure to check out the pullout inside next week’s Free Press. Tickets are available online or at Le Grand Fromage on 2nd Ave.Another way to earn a weekend pass is by volunteering for a few hours during the festival. There’s a huge variety of ways you can help, from issuing tickets to supervising the children’s area. You

can choose the times that you are available as well as the tasks that you’re interested in. Just head to wapitimusicfestival/volunteer to sign up online!


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We’re looking for some great volunteers. We love music festivalsand our community. If you’d like to join us in putting on the bestsummer music festival around, please let us know. The festivalruns August 8th and 9th in Annex Park. Volunteers are needed for all areas of the festival. Come see how the festival works frombehind the scenes and be part of a great team!A sign up form is available on the website at:wapitimusicfestival.com/volunteer

Details about the festivalare under the FAQ menuon the website.

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Fernie’s annual Wapiti Music Festival is quickly approaching and several Canadian musicians are gearing up for a weekend in the mountains.

Eleven musical talents will be making their way to the stage from August 7 until August 9, including The Strumbellas and the Fast Romantics.

“We’re super excited to come out,” Stumbellas lead singer Simon Ward said. “If any human being or musician is not interested in coming to Fernie then they’re crazy because it’s a pretty sweet town.”

The Lindsay, Ontario natives have had an exciting year, winning a Juno award in March for their 2013 album We Still Move on Dance Floors and taking home the SiriusXM Indie award for Folk Group of the Year.

Despite the band’s recent success, Ward said they still enjoy playing in small towns.

“I’m a believer that music and people just connect,” he said. “When we do go to small towns, people connect and we always have a fun time.”

The band certainly has a soft spot for the west coast.“Our second record has a big mountain on it and that’s

solely because the first time I ever got to see the mountains was in this band. As soon as I saw them for the first time I was just enamored,” Ward said. “It’s so fun being in that area of the world, it’s just so beautiful and nice.”

The Strumbellas will be hitting the stage on Saturday, August 10 at 6:30 p.m.

They’ll be a tough act to follow for the Fast Romantics who will be finishing off the weekend's festivities on Saturday night.

This Canadian indie-rock band is touring their album

Afterlife Blues for the third time this summer.Lead singer Matt Angus said that the sound from this

album differs a lot from their previous rock n’ roll/pop sound.

“It feels like a whole new sound,” he said. “I just approached the writing a lot different this time around, it’s much more personal. People have told me that it sort of sticks with them more than some of our other stuff.”

Angus said although the Calgary band has never played in Fernie before, they’re looking forward to Wapiti.

“I can’t wait to see what it’s all about,” he said.You can catch the Fast Romantics at 9:45 p.m. on

Saturday, August 9.For more information about the bands and other talents

making their way to Wapiti this year, visit their website at www.wapitimusicfestival.com.

Canadian musicians gear up for Wapiti

The Fast Romantics. Photo submitted by Richard YagutilovThe Strumbellas. Photo submitted by Heather Pollock


Join us in Downtown Fernie for Sunday Summer Socials & Wednesday Night Concert Series & Fernie Craft Fair

Sunday Downtown Socials2nd AVENUE 1 PM - 4 PM

SPECIAL EVENTS * SIDEWALK SHOPPINGCHILDREN’S ACTIVITIES

Wednesday NightDowntown Social Concert Series

& Fernie Craft FairSTATION SQUARE 5:30 PM - 9 PM

Did you Know?Every Sunday during the Summer Socials you

have the opportunity to sell your goods on main street. The Chamber provides free tables and set up - no charges apply - just call to reserve your

table 250-423-6868.

For up-to-date information on all events during the summer please visit www.ferniechamber.com

Contact Sara at The Free Press to promote your downtown specials

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The Free Press apologizes for a misprint in our July 3 edition which included outdated information.

The details below have been updated.


Locals hit the streets on Sunday for the fourth Sunday Summer Social of the season.

And this weekend, the Chamber of Commerce welcomed Fernie’s four-legged friends as they celebrated the first annual Dog Days of Summer.

“I think it went well,” Corein Siders with the Fernie Chamber of Commerce said.

Fernie Puppy School hosted a dog show and locals watched as the dogs showed off their amazing agility and tricks.

But the scheduled dog parade was cancelled due to a low turn out.

“It’s too warm for the dogs on the asphalt,” Sieders said. “Next year we can do a little bit better and hopefully more dogs will show up. For me, this one was not successful enough”

Sieders said she hopes to schedule the event at a different time next year to avoid the heat.

As for the furry friends that did make it out to the Dog Days of Summer celebration, they happily roamed Second Ave., many of them making friends along the way.

Fernie’s furry friends roamed the streets last Sunday

Locals and their four-legged friends celebrated Dogs Days of Summer on Sunday. Photos by K. Dingman

Sports

The Fernie Golf & Country Club is now accepting proposals from interested parties for the Food & Beverage operation at the Golf Club. The successful party will be expected to take over the lease of this business commencing January 1st, 2015 for special events with full operation expected mid-April.

In the past this successful food and beverage operation has realized gross incomes of between $400,000 and $500,000 annually and there is definitely potential for increasing this amount. The business consists of a restaurant/lounge/bar that seats up to 230 patrons, full kitchen, wrap-around deck, on-course half way house facility and two on-course mobile beverage/snack carts. The Golf Club has approximately 260 members annually, entertains close to 19,000 public/member golf rounds per season and hosts numerous special events (tournaments, weddings, meetings, etc. throughout the year).

The successful party must have a proven track record in the food and beverage industry, a minimum of 3 years experience and must abide by a detailed lease agreement including all expectations, terms and conditions.

This opportunity is for the most part a turn-key operation with no large initial investment required.

All interested parties should contact the General Manager of the Fernie Golf & Country Club by phone, in person or by e-mail with questions and to obtain a full information package.

Deadline to submit proposal is Sept 15th, 2014.

Mel Dies General Manager/Executive Professional Fernie Golf & Country Club201 Fairway Drive Fernie, BC V0B 1M0 P 250-423-7773 F 250-423-6575 e-mail: [email protected] www.golffernie.com

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Fernie Rookie Tennis TeamA record 23 kids competed in the Fernie Rookie Tour

Tournament 2014. All of the young athletes showed

great sportsmanship and set the level of competition

high. Congratulations to all of the winners and all of the

participants!

To sponsor Athlete of the Weekcontact Sara Moulton [email protected]

Free Press

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3rd Annual Jen Hickling Memorial Slo Pitch Tournament

August 9 & 10, 2014NEW LOCATION

Tie Lake Field and Jaffray Elementary School$150 per team – cash prize for winners

Play ball in memory of Jen Hickling and help your community! Proceeds will be shared between a culinary arts scholarship,

Friends for Friends and a donation to Tammy Stratton and her family.50/50, Raffl e and Home Run Derby

Camping and live entertainment will be available at the Jaffray Pub, courtesy of Ron Pion and his family.

Camping at Jaffray Hall for $10/night.

Donations to Friends for Friends gratefully accepted!Contact Shi-ann Martin 250-278-6120 or

Sara Mitchell 250-430-1177 to register or for more information

IF YOU CANCATCH ME

Running camp for kids aged 8 to 13Tue Aug 5 to Fri Aug 8

9 am – 1 pmFernie Secondary School Athletics Track

INCLUDES• Specifi c training programs for all skill levels• Running Camp t-shirt and water bottle• Fun Run with awards and prizes on fi nal dayLIMITED PLACES AVAILABLEEmail [email protected] for more information

All proceeds go to the Emily Brydon Youth Foundation

Elk Valley Dolphin Swim Club

Now HiringSwim Coaches

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Cosens at 250-529-7615. Please send resumes to: Box 2128, Fernie BC, V0B 1M0 or email it to

[email protected] golf in Tony Servello Low Net TournamentSubmitted by Alice Booth

The Tony Servello Senior Golf Low Net Tournament was held on July 17 at the Fernie Golf and Country Club with 68 participants. The overall winner was Jim Booth. In the ladies’ division Anne Majic took overall low net.

A special presentation was made to four golfers over 80 years of age. An excellent dinner was included in the event and the tournament was enjoyed by all.

The flights were divided by age rather than handicap.

This year’s winners are:

Men’s categories:

55 – 59 : low gross - Jack Knooihuizen low net - Gino Guzzy and Bruce Thrun 60 – 64 low gross - Bob Smith low net - Bob Koole, Bill Pachara and Larry

Faulconer

65 – 69 low gross - Bernard Emond low net – Fizz McKie, Albert Hauk, Magnus

Johannsson, Peter Aiello, Larry Stach, Don Jackson, Dwight Field and Clyde

Johnson79 – 74 low gross – Charlie Mears low net – Alec Cook, Dave Wickson, Carlos

Martin, Bruce Elson, Gary Mitchell, Rick Ganter, Ed Bain and Ron Buckno75+ low gross – John Cottingham low net – Pat Pierce and Claude Martin

Ladies’ categories:

55 – 65 – low gross – Arlene Bye low net – Carole Bain;= and Ursula Schroeder66+ low gross – Val Emond low net – Donna Miller, Sylvia George and

Marilyn Bruschetta

From left: Tony Servello with overall winner Jim Booth. Photo by Alice Booth

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The adrenaline pumps through your body as you race down the cold Elk River rapids on what is sure to be

one of the wildest rides of your life.This is the kind of thrill seeking adventure

Blair Craig experiences every day.Craig and his wife Lynn Muller started

Canyon Rafting Company in 1995 and became the first rafting company to brave the Elk River.

“We really love the sport of going down the river and hitting the white water,” Craig said. “It’s really fun to share that with people.”

In the last nearly 20 years, Canyon Rafting has grown into a 10-staff operation with nine boats sailing down the Elk daily.

And in the last 10 years, the rafting company has welcomed a furry friend that tags along on almost every trip.

Craig and Muller got their dog Kaz from Pets Life Salvation in Calgary and she quickly adopted their adventurous lifestyle.

“She’s a white water dog and comes out on all the trips,” Craig said. “It’s a natural thing to want to hit the waves. The dog loves it, she’ll get up front and lean into the waves. It’s a pretty cool thing to see.”

Although she’s fallen out of the boat and been in a boat that’s flipped over, she’s still eager to join in on Canyon Rafting’s daily adventures.

“She’s a legend,” said rafting instructor Michelle Clifford.

Craig said Kaz averages about 100 trips a season.

The company starts off their season on the May long weekend

and they typically raft into the first couple weeks of September, Craig said.

The guides start their training in early May.

“It’s like anything, if you practice you get really good,” Craig said. “We spend a lot of time training our guides and having them really know the river.”

The guides familiarize themselves with the area and guests can expect a detailed history lesson during their tour.

From hoodos to what seems like an impossibly steep goat trail, the guides point out some of the geological hotspots along the Elk River.

“I really enjoy being on the water and knowing what’s around me,” said Clifford.

“I very much enjoy meeting new people and finding out what they do and introducing them to this lifestyle that I have adopted.”

After working at a big rafting company

in Ottawa, Ontario for 15 years, Clifford said she enjoys being involved in Canyon Rafting’s smaller company.

“Blair and Lynn put a lot more of their time and effort into making each trip unique and special in their own way,” she said. “We all go out and do our thing, have an awesome day and then go home.”

The trips typically last between seven and eight hours and entail not only exciting rapids but also cliff jumping and river floating.

“It’s a much more enjoyable experience to take your time… and take in all the things [the Elk River] has,” Craig said.

“People really have a fun time.”For more information about Canyon

Rafting, visit their website at www.canyonraft.com.

Canyon Rafting Company floats down the Elk River all summer long

Rafters brave the Elk River’s exciting rapids. Photos by Katelyn Dingman and Brad O’ Sullivan

Safety Tip:Crashes involving driver fatigue peak in the summer, due in part to hot weather and long road trips. Get enough rest before you head out. If you feel drowsy, pull over safely and take a nap. The

only cure for drowsiness is sleep – it’s better to arrive late than not at all.

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Challenged by one Hellcat of a muscle carPortland, Oregon – Do I take the red key or the black key?The black key limits horsepower to 500. Jaws drop. If you put it in valet mode, rpms are limited to 4,000. Gosh, I really hope I can take the red key…This Matrix-like conundrum is a good one to have. Take the safer route (black key) if you’d rather ease off on harness-ing the gargantuan horsepower of the 2015 Dodge Challenger Hellcat. It’s the most powerful production Chrysler V8, as well as the most powerful produc-tion muscle car to date, so it needs to be treated with respect.But then again, the red key will allow me to tame this muscled feline one shift at a time, whether through the 6-speed manual or an 8-speed auto-matic.Looks like the decision has been made for me. Red key is sitting pretty in the centre console. And it’s in track mode. Electronic intervention is minimal. I

have access to all 707 horsepower and I’m at the Portland International Race-way. I’d say this will be a heavenly day.With a new look on the inside and outside, the 2015 Dodge Challenger is ready to take on its Ford Mustang and Chevrolet Camaro competition head-on.According to market research, two thirds of Challenger buyers say they don’t cross-shop anything else. That said, those who did cross-shop, and decided to go in another direction, attributed it to its archaic interior. That problem is no more. Now Challengers come with a driv-er-centric and cool-looking interior setup. Whether you have the standard 5-inch touchscreen or the optional 8.4-inch (the biggest touchscreen in its segment), you can’t lose. Then there’s a new 7-inch multi-view driver informa-tion display instrument cluster that adds to the chic execution; standard

on all models. Not to mention, it displays all the vital stats that you’ll need when driving.Combined with physical buttons – for those who don’t like to control everything by a screen – its evolutionary changes certainly help its cause. A lot.But the heart of the Chal-lenger lies underneath its sheet metal – the curves and edges that were inspired by the ’71 Challenger.When it comes to engine choices, you’re not without options. There are four.

Here’s the skinny: 1) A 3.6L, Pentastar V6 producing 305 horsepower and 268 lb-ft of torque2) A 5.7L, V8 HEMI with 372 horse-power (with the 8-speed automatic) 375 horsepower and 410 lb-ft of torque with the 6-speed manual3) A 6.4L, V8 HEMI with 485 horse-power and 475 lb-ft of torqueLast but not least,4) A supercharged 6.2L, V8 HEMI with 707 horsepower and 650 lb-ft of torque.All engines except the V6s can be paired with a manual or an automatic. The V6s only come with the 8-speed automatic. Again, no matter what you choose, you’ll come out singing. Back to the road.Having tested all four models – with

different packages – the thing that stood out the most to me is how good of a car it actually is. Even on a quaint suburban drive through a national park where speed limits were posted at 35 mph, I was impressed with its road manners. And considering I had almost 485 horsepower (with the 6.4L engine), it was as docile as a lethargic lion, yet ready to pounce when the opportunity presented itself.Both track time and road time added to the

multi-dimensional admiration for the two-door.Sure, visibility isn’t ideal. The C pillars are huge and cut into sightlines when looking rearward. The rear seats don’t offer a ton of legroom – especially for the individual stuck in the middle – but heck, it does have room for five.Fuel economy, well, you’re not buying this car for its estimated numbers! That’s for sure.But it does offer an emotional experi-ence. It turns heads and is sexy as hell.Even the V6 on the track did a bang up job. And with a starting MSRP of $28,995, the Canadian-built Challenger is up to the task, will kick butts, and take names. All at the same time.Visit www.dodge.ca for more details.

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ANN CHRISTINE MILLS (HAUSER) (PUNK)JULY 21, 1934 – JULY 26, 2014Ann was born in Porva Weszprem, Megye, Hungary to Jacob & Katarina Punk on July 21, 1934.At the age of 14, Ann immigrated with her parents and her brother Frank to Canada, settling in the James Bay, SK area. As a young woman, Ann worked alongside her parents in the Laundry Dept. of the hospital in Humboldt, SK. At the age of 18 she married Frank Hauser and over the years had 4 children: Sherry, Roger, Beverly and Terry. After her marriage, Ann had another brother born in Canada who they named Jack, after Ann’s father Jacob. Ann worked hard on the farm, from baling hay to raising cattle and hogs, planting trees and gardening, as well as raising the children and looking after household duties. In her spare time she designed dresses for her daughters, with no patterns to be used. She also created skating costumes for her loyal customers. It gave her a great sense of pride. Ann was also a talented photographer, using her children as models for her black and white photos in those days. After 18 years, circumstances changed beyond her control and Ann moved to Humboldt, SK with her 4 children.Eventually Ann found the mountains and rivers in Sparwood BC where she met a kind man named Gary Mills who treated her and her children well. Ann built a new life in Sparwood, working alongside her husband Gary in a business venture they formed together; Mill’s Janitorial and Steam Cleaning. As well as being the receptionist for their company, Ann also had her own home-based business sewing custom drapes for the people of Sparwood. Ann was very social and loved being around people. She was extremely proud of her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Her hobbies included flower gardening, garage sales, playing cards, and doing crafts such as ceramics, macramé and making silk flowers. Throughout the years Ann’s health began to decline as she struggled with diabetes, fibromyalgia, suffered 2 heart attacks, and eventually dementia. Ann had 9 lives and even lived through a couple of accidents. Through it all, Ann’s terrific sense of humour remained intact; she loved to joke around and played cards till the end, even in her times of pain. We will miss her and may we never lose our memories of the good that was in her heart! Thank you all for your support, it will never be forgotten!Prayers will be held at St. Michael’s Catholic Church at 7 PM on Thursday, July 31st. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday, August 1st with Father Bart van Roijen, Celebrant. Interment will follow at the Rivercrest Cemetery.In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Dementia Foundation, the BC Heart & Stroke Foundation, the Canadian Diabetes Association or to a charity of the donor’s choice. Messages of condolence may be made at www.cherishedmemoriesfs.com Arrangements entrusted to Cherished Memories Funeral Services Ltd.

I just want to say a BIG thank you to all you lovely ladies who attended my bridal shower on May 3rd.

It was truly an honour to meet each and everyone of you. It was so nice to hear how each and everyone of you have played a part in Jeremy's life and helped shape him into the wonderful man he is today.

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CLAIRE’S TURNING

90!The family of

Claire Wilson would like to extend an

open invitation to TEA to all her friends.

Please come celebrate Claire’s 90th Birthday at the

Fernie Family Centre on Saturday August 9, 2014

from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm.

NO GIFTS PLEASE.

Coming Events

MOUNTAIN MECHANICAL SERVICES LTD. has an opening in our Elkford shop for an

AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE MANAGER.Full time employment – 40 hour work week (Monday thru Friday).Must have automotive background, be computer literate, personal skills in dealing with customers and staff. Must be able to organize daily work schedule for at least two techs, print work orders, order parts, keep inventory.Salary based on experience. Full benefit package.Please email resume:Attention: Bob at [email protected]

Fernie Chryslerhas an

opening for aRed Seal Certified

Automotive TechnicianIndustry competive wages, benefit package and

exciting friendly atmosphere. Chrysler training preferred by not mandatory.

Apply in person atFernie Chrysler at 802 Highway #3

or email resumes [email protected]

Employment

Help Wanted

Help Wanted - Cook/Baker for Senior Citizens Centre;

fi ve days per week 9:00am to 2:00pm.

Duties include baking and running a lunch counter.

Wages to be discussed at interview. Interested

applicants email resume to: [email protected] or mail to

Box 567 Fernie V0B1M0

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Help Wanted

Obituaries

Employment

Help WantedAn Alberta Oilfi eld Company is hiring experienced dozer and excavator operators, meals and lodging provided. Drug testing required. 1-(780)723-5051.

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Obituaries

Coming Events

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Employment

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TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH

691 4th Avenue, Fernie

Sunday Worship...1:30 pm

Pastor Fraser Coltmancell 250-417-5016

Pastor David Mortoncell 250-417-5017 or 1-866-426-7564

TRINITY PENTECOSTAL TABERNACLE

1361 8th Avenue, FernieEVERYONE WELCOME

Sunday Worship & Children’s Ministry ...10:30 am

Wed; Fellowship & Bible Study...7 pmFriday Youth Group...7 pm

Office 250-423-4114 Res. 250-423-4102

ST. MICHAEL’S PARISHCentennial Square, Sparwood

YOU ARE INVITED!Mass Times:

Saturdays: St. Michael’s ~ 7:00 pmSundays: St. Michael’s ~ 11:00 am

St. Bernard’s Mission, Elkford ~ 4:00 pmThursdays: St. Michael’s ~ 6:30 pmFridays: Lilac Terrrace ~ 11:00 am

Confessions:Following each mass, or by appointment.

Pastor: Father Bart Van Roijen250-425-6444

WELCOMES YOUSunday Meeting

Morning Services 11:00 am

Corps Officers:Majors James & Gwen Hagglund

Fernie Office 250-423-4661 Fx 250-423-4668

(formerly Fernie Baptist Church)

1622 10th Avenue, Fernie250-423-4112

www.mountainsidechurch.ca

Sunday Services 10:00 am in Fernie

6:00 pm Sparwood Campus gatheringContact Pastor Shawn Barden

[email protected]

SPARWOOD CHRISTIAN CENTRE

436 Pine AvenueSparwood BC V0B 2G0

250-425-7787Affiliated with the Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada (PAOC)

Services: Sunday 10:00 amWednesday Bible Study: 6:47 pm

Everyone Welcome

Pastor: Rev. R.G. (Ross) Powell

KNOX UNITED CHURCH201 2nd Avenue, Fernie

Informal Sunday Gatherings2nd & 4th Sundays @10 am

May, June, July, August

250-423-6010

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YOU ARE WELCOME AT KNOX!

HOLY FAMILY PARISHCatholic Church

521 4th Avenue, FernieParish Office 250-423-6127

Masses: Tues. & Wed. 9:00 am Saturday 5:00 pm Sunday 9:00 amConfessions: Before 5:00 pm Mass on

Saturday or by appointment

Father Bart Van Roijen

ELK VALLEY

CHURCH SERVICES

CHRIST CHURCH ANGLICAN 591 4th Avenue, Fernie

250-423-6517

Sunday Service 8:30 am BCP

Sunday Service & School 9:30 am BAS

Wednesday Service 10:00 am

The Rev Trevor Freeman, Parish Priest

Christ Church Anglican Fernie

741 2nd Ave., Fernie

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Fernie Exchange New & Used & Pawnbrokers

1501-9th Ave. 250-423-6625

30’s Wedgewood China set, 55 pc. 8 place setting, like new $250. Fly Tying Kit, very complete, $220. Good selection Porcelain Dolls $15 - $35 ea. Sale on Gibson Guitars – 1970’s era – 20% off. J50 was $2500 now $1900, Southern Jumbo was $2900 now $2400. MK35 Gibson was $1500 now $1200. Gibson J40 – was $1700 – now $1460. Selection of Golf Clubs & Bags, singles or sets. All Bikes 25% off. Variety of Fridges $200 to $425. 9 Dr. Dresser wood $149. 10 Dr. Dresser wood $125. Electric Lawnmower 1 yr old $99. Honda Brush Cutter $249. 1973 Cadillac Coupe De Ville Collectors plates. Must be seen 15K. ’93 Jaguar XJ6 $3500 – 125000 mi. 91 Cadillac 4 Dr Deville 120,000 mi - $3200. 1993 Ford F150 ½ ton, runs good 130,000 mi $3200 crew cab. 1980 Ford cube van $2900. Set of Water Skis Wetline USA $75. Fitness Club Exercise Bike, new was $249, now $199. Various washers, dryers, ranges $125 - $249. Lots of musical instruments and accessories.

Come and have a look!

Employment

Help Wanted

Butchers WantedTARZWELL FARMSIN CRESTON, BC

Looking for butchersto harvest animals

in a government inspectedred meat facility.

Experience slaughteringand valid FAC required.

E-mail [email protected] or phone 250 428-4316

for more informationor to submit resume.

Employment

Trades, TechnicalCHEVALLIER GEO-CON Ltd. of Rocky Mountain House, Al-berta requires experienced Cat and Hoe Operators, Class 1 Lowbed Driver, Heavy Duty Mechanic and Mechanic’s Helper. Safety tickets required. Please email resume to: [email protected] or fax to 403-844-2735.

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Merchandise for Sale

Food Products

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Beef Available TARZWELL FARMS

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Heavy Duty Machinery

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Real Estate

Mobile Homes & Parks

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Rentals

Apt/Condo for RentWell kept 2 bedroom

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2 Bedroom Condo Sparwood Heights

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2 Bdrm:$850 (& up)-month

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PineCrest ApartmentsSparwood BC

1 bedroom apartment newly renovated

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Scenic Downtown Elkford

Spacious NEW apartments

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Comfortable apartment units

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Misc for RentFurnished & unfurnished properties available for rent in Sparwood & Elkford. Call Lindsay 250-425-1180 or [email protected]

Rentals

Homes for Rent Furnished and Unfur-

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StorageSELF STORAGE: Personal & commercial. Call Finnigan’s Storage. 250-423-3308 or 250-423-4207.

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TownhousesElkford: End unit townhouse, three bedroom, one and half bath, all wood fl ooring & tiles. Big fenced backyard, carport. Available immediately. $1150. plus damage deposit. Phone 403-938-6779

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PUZZLE NO. 720

HOW TO PLAY :Fill in the grid so that every row, every column, and every 3x3 box contains the numbers 1 through 9 only once.

Each 3x3 box is outlined with a darker line. You already have a few numbers to get you started. Remember: You must not repeat the numbers 1 through 9 in the same line, column, or 3x3 box.

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PUZZLE NO. 456

THE LUCKIEST SIGNS THIS WEEK:PISCES, ARIES, AND TAURUS.

YOUR HOROSCOPEfor the week of

August 3 to 9, 2014

YOUR HOROSCOPE

ARIES (March 21 - April 19)Whether you’re on vacation or not, you plan something that allows you to escape the daily routine. You at least take some time to go for a drive and discover new things.

TAURUS (April 20 - May 20)During this period your nerves are on edge. But, as they say, after the storm comes the calm. You’re sure to � nd an occasion to celebrate your happiness.

GEMINI (May 21 - June 21)You feel somewhat irritated by a situation that takes up a lot of your time. You make some adjustments to avoid miscommunications at a later date.

CANCER (June 22 - July 22)Work takes up a lot of space this week. However, this is what makes you realize that it is important to have quality time with your partner.

LEO (July 23 - August 22)If you’re going back to work after a vacation, you are surprised by some changes at the of� ce. You may even be offered a management position, or at least a promotion.

VIRGO (August 23 - September 22)You devote time to some jobs that need done at home. You may de cide to completely redecorate. You discover that you’re handier than you thought.

LIBRA (September 23 - October 22)You enjoy doing some shopping this week. You are on the lookout for bargains and uncover lots of treasures. In your attic, you discover an antique that is worth its weight in gold.

SCORPIO (October 23 - November 21)After a busy period � lled with stress, what could be more enjoyable than some relaxation? Take the time to go to a spa for some pampering. It’s important to indulge yourself once in a while.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 - December 21)You tend to procrastinate this week. If you return to work after a break, you � nd your � les in a real mess. Review your organization strategies and revamp your schedule.

CAPRICORN (December 22 - January 19)You may be surrounded by a lot of people. You end your vacation by organizing a party that gathers to gether your family and friends. Fun is the key word this week.

AQUARIUS (January 20 - February 18)It’s already time to think about getting ready for the new school year. Even if you don’t have young children, you are responsible for an activity that has similar re qui rements.

PISCES (February 19 - March 20)As you get ready to participate in some social activities, your boss, or other responsibilities, could put a dam per on your en thu siasm. Re mem ber, your res pon-sibilities come � rst!

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ANSWER/LAST WEEK - PUZZLE NO. 719

Even though the dress code can vary from one club to another, golfers should always wear a suitable outfit on the course. In some

places, the dress code is fairly strict whereas other clubs are much more relaxed.Generally speaking, men must wear a golf shirt with a collar, or a turtleneck, tucked into either slacks or Bermuda shorts. Tshirts, shorts, jogging pants or jeans are not allowed. The dress code also requires the wearing of socks which cover the ankle.As for women, they can wear a golf shirt with sleeves, with or without a collar, or a shirt without sleeves but with a collar. The wearing of skirt-shorts, also called skorts, is accepted. The same rules apply for Bermudas, slacks and socks.Shoes with metal spikes were replaced several years ago by shoes with plastic spikes. These days, only shoes with soft spikes are accepted on golf courses. Golfers can wear caps but with the peak worn to the front. At most clubs the wearing of caps is forbidden inside the clubhouse.These rules apply on a daily basis as well as for tournaments, during which occasional golfers sometimes have the tendency of not conforming to the dress code. So, when

organizing a tournament, copies of the club’s dress code should always be sent to participants. By purchasing golfing outfits in specialized shops or golf boutiques, you’re sure of conforming to the dress code.

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The “fundamentals” of golf!No matter what you want to build in

life, it’s vital to have a solid base to support the completed creation. If the

foundations crumble, the rest will follow. The same principal applies to golf. If your basics are solid, the rest of your game will go well. I want to talk here about the “fundamentals”.They can be divided into four areas: the grip, the posture, the alignment and the swing. If one of these fundamentals is flawed, the trajectory of your ball will probably not be the one you had planned.These four elements should be the primary reference points for the golfer when he arrives on the practice range. It is possible to have a weakness or a flaw and succeed in playing an adequate game. Several professional players

have imperfections in their swing but succeed in compensating for this by reinforcing one of the other basic elements.It would be unthinkable to create a swing which would suit every golfer. We are all built differently, and all have different physical limitations. Besides, the role of the coach is to improve each element to the maximum and, at the same time, respect the limitations of each student.It’s important to understand that nearly 99% of errors made by an intermediate or beginner golfer are due to a flaw in one of the basic “fundamentals”. Golf is a sport of cause and effect and there is always a logical answer to every outcome. This is what makes this sport so amazing.

Always respectthe dress code

By purchasing golfing outfits in specialized shops or golf

boutiques, you’re sure of conforming to the dress code.

the free press, july 31, 2014

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