CASTLEGAR NEWS, Thoraday, January 19, 1977 Re ‘eview 1976 ; ‘Hockey for Minors Recreation and the Communi SAIMMING PUCK 2 The Curved Stick The curved stick Is a potent weapon but has as many Sisadvanteges as plus marks fort. vved stick acts on a puck the way a lacrosse The curve Stick acts on a ball, here, ‘sa whipping ac acton which adds and but the shooter d ae now exactl ve) yOUT shot may be up and away to the back wall or low and wide of We could say the rad ai 5 like a shot gun: You're going to hit something, but what Castleaird Hardware| “Your Marshall-Wells-Store in the Plaza” SEE US FOR. SKATE SHARPENING 1 by By Pat Metge Recreation Director * Regional Recreation Commission No, 1 In past years, Regional Recreation Commission No. 1 has presented a statistical re- port at year-end to outline the participation that occurred in the year's programs and to give the public ‘a more compre- hensive idea as to the in- sponsible for the hiring of staff, providing recreational, educa- {ional and Red Cross programs and accounting for ‘daily and seasonal swim passes. In the year 1976, programs offered included’ the ‘regular Red Cross lessons, public swim- ming, lifesaving and diving clinies, family nights and a joint instructional swim program be- tween School District No. 9 and the for all Grade 8 the 8 fon Com- mission plays in the com- munity, The Recreation Commis- sion consists of. 11 mombers recommended by their respec- tive regional district repre- sentatives or School District No. 9 board and then appointed by the regional district to serve on the commission. This past year's representatives were John Stewart, Dave Ferguson, Len Dunsford and Doug Mac- Kinnon from the City of Castle- gar, Bill Gattrell from the school board, John Popoff, Terry Cormier and Gordon Porter from Area J and Erv Ashton from Area I. It was this group of in- dividuais who layed the ground- work and created the policy which’ allowed . Recreation Director Pat Metge and secre- tary Pat MacKinnon to conduct all recreation business with- in the boundaries of Regional Recreation Commission No. 1. - The office staff was ably assisted shout the year by CASTLEGAR NEWS THE STRANGER | (for Curlers Only) Who's the stranger, mother dear, Look: He knows us—ain't he queer. Hush my. own, .don’t .talk so, wild; 7 He yout. father, dearest chiitd, He's my father? Not at all,” Father passed away last fall. Father-didn’t die, you dub, Father joined the curling club. But they've closed the club so he Has no place to go, you see... No place [eft for him toroam... That is why he's coming home. Kes im, he won't bite you All the curling bugs look Bring (3 slippers to the chair For he is tired and full of. care. _ Ask: the minister And help to build ay ‘Lhope his pastor will. hin chow That there's no curling done below, So he will seek the better place Before he gets too tough for grace. Kiss him, he won't bite you child, All those curling bugs look wild. Robinson’s BANGS OUT the BARGAINS Castleaird Plaza ile Quantitins last ** Robinson's - + + dust For You! 365-6400 seasonal staff members who conducted programs, organized special events or provided as- sistance in office procedures. The total number of part-time personnel! was 104 for the year. The recreation commission was able to offer a service and a program to the community through the funds it received from taxation and users’ fees. In 1976 the commission was granted a one-mill tax levy which was equivalent to $47,- 175. All other -funds were collected through regis and 4 students within the school district. The city and the school district gave the responsibility of programing the parks to the commission, whose duties in- cluded the drawing of a sched- ule forall users of the parks and playing fields. In 1975 there was a total of 16 parks which were used on a: seven-day-a- week basis from April to July. The Regional District of Central Kootenay empowered the commission to maintain and program Pass Creek Park. This year the commission worked towards a general” main- tenance/cleanup program. Pre- liminary discussions were held on future development at the . park which would include im- proved washroom facilities, water control and upgrading of the playfields. This past year was the last year that the commission was to be involved in the ‘Adult +Education Program with School District No. 9. The commission did offer the spring progrim which ran from January to April and through an agree- ment with the school ‘board, received a monthly reimburse- ment of $200. During “the summer. . months, the commission at- tempted to offer a broad range of programs designed mostly for the under-15-year age group or for the senior citizens, Programs emphasized na- ture awareness and the enjoy- ment that can be gained from children as well. However, time was available for such activities as music and arts and crafts. Programs dealgned for the children included our day camps, canoe camps,” cycle tours, lollypoppers and grass: ' hopper gang. The senior citizens always play a major role in summer activities and this past year the senior citizens group was taken ‘on bus tours to Nelson, Rock Creek, Colville, Rossland and the Slocan Valley. On behalf of the City of Castlegar the commission handled the staffing and pro- graming of the Kinsmén Pool in Castlegar North. For the Rob- son Pool the commission waa responsible for staffing and administering of salaries. In 1976 the ite concerns wlll boa part of the final development plan. Through the offices of the commission’ a’ number. of ser- vices. to. non- profit organiza- licns “are ‘available. For a ‘nominal fee; any group may have typing or stencil work done. . The office also handles all registrations for the Castlegar and District ‘Tennis Club. Assistance {s also provided to minor sports organizations + during registration periods. The ‘commission has a various assortment of equip- ment for rent, including card -- tables, P.A. systems, buses, ; canoes, bingo machines, bingo cards, Santa Claus suit, pro- jectors and field’ liners, This past year it was found the bases’ continued to Provide a expanded the summer program to include adult activities. It is hoped that the adult arpett of of the summer program’ can be- come a major function of the entire program. A very successful’ tennis program was held, while a sailing clinic had to be cancelled due to a lack of registrants. The winter program has always been a major part of the © commission's activities. The program is divided inte two halves, with one. session run: ning from October to December and the other from January to April. During the past year, it was our desire to add a few new courses.to the already popular standard ones. New courses included dog obedience, learn to to skate: yoga, macrame, gui- and ‘ service to all non-profit organiz- ations as they were in use on the average of five days a week: All. equipment which is ; available is rented only to non- profit organizations, The commission office is a centre of information for all activities and organizations within the community. We at- témpt to provide newcomers or interested _ persons. with in- ‘formation on comminity hap- penings, upcoming social events and dates for register- ing into sports clubs or organi- ations. During 1976 the aatle le pre: You Save af Bonnetf's {0 Pct, OFF for CASH BONNETT’S rirccresso We creatively combine the most beautiful flowers and greenery for’ any occasion,’ be It a wedding, a’ fun or just a happy: thought: S We also have a varied selection. of, house plants, hanging bas- kets, and cther domestic green- ery to beautify your heme see all at a reasonable’ cost! 1001 -'9th Ave. 5S... 965-7312 52° sence of the recreation ftisere ‘SAM'S a J on the of the as- aociation. It was felt that the recreation director, as a non- voting secretary, could provide ity to the towel activities, A total of 95 sections were offered within 87 programs. ‘The total participation is the winter program was 1,036. During the year the com- mission is continually attempt- ing new events which would As a result, all clerical, and administrative work is handled through the offices of the com- mission, Presently, the commission is an active member of the B.C. Recreation Association, B,C. Facilities Association, the West Koot ion Associa- the outdoors. Acti in- fees, donations and equipment rentals, Last. year was a very meaningful year for the recrea- tion commission as well as the entire community, with the of- ficial opening of the Castlegar and. District’ Arena. and. Com- Tecre: commission is not responsible for the operation of the facility, it does have two commissioners sitting on the management committee of the facility. As well, the recreation director has taken on the responsibility of managing the facility and through his offices, all. pro- graming of the facility is done. During the fall of 1975 and continuing into the spring of 1976, the responsibility for managing and operating the old arena was turned over to the recreation commission. During the summer months, a facilities commission came into being and it was this management . committee that became re- sponsible for both the old arena and the community centre. With the birth of the facili- ties commission the responsi- bilities of the recreation com- mission towards this facility eluded can hiking and cycle | tours. To give the child an educational ex- perience, a large portion of the summer program was spent on field trips to such places as Kokanee Glacier, Rossland Mines and Champion Lakes. Nature awareness was the eme with the younger Snowmobilers Must Consider Wind Chill * Before deciding what to wear snowmobiling, check the wind chill factor and the weather. Always dress for the coldest weather expected and the length of exposure. Clothing should be worn in layers. Thermal underwear ue "identity. During 1976 we were directly involved in Fit- ness Month, which included fitness testing and four Walk A-Measured Mile events. . A gymnastic competition was held in early spring with competitors from . Castlegar, Duhamel, Nelso: Frail Over 200, persons this. event_-which ‘emphasized™ all > stages of gymnastic levels that local enthusiasts are participa- ting in. During the Sunflower Fest the commission prepared a float for the parade as well as handling . bookings at Pass Creek Park and the various city - -parks that were being used. To create greater. interest in community recreational facil- ities, as well as providing an entertaining afternoon for the children, the recreation com- proper i warmth and comfort. The second layer could be wool pants, shirts, or other types of sport or street clothing. The outside layer should be wind- proof and water repellent or waterproof, Asnowmobile outfit with a hood or large collar warms the neck and head; this is where a third of body heat can be lost. although from the recreation commission serve on the facilities com- mission and the recreation director acted in the capacity of arena manager. The City of Castlegar gave the responsibility of managing - and programing the Bob Brand- son Memorial: Pool to the rec- reation commission. As a re- sult, the commission was re- it is important to stay dry in order to keep warm! Take proper care of your snow- mobile clothing. If damp, make sure it is dry before using again. Balance and track contact, are the two basic principles of snowmobile handling.. When turning, and on uneven terrain or on the side of a hill, the snowmobile has a tendency to tip and the operator and pas- senger must be ready to shift their weight to counteract. .. For example, if crossing a steep slope, lean into the hill to maintain balance. If: riding double, drive slower because both people must coordinate to maintain balance. ‘The person riding behind should be pre-' pared to shift weight along with the’ driver when’ crossing un- even. terrain ‘or making turns. mission ° sp d a Santa Comes to the Arena. Besides the arrival of Santa Claus by sleigh, there was’ the distri- _ bution of candies, a chance for the children to meet Santa and 8 skating display. * The major special event for the commission was a Bike-A- Thon which was held to raise funds for the furnishing of the community complex. With a total of 395 bikers taking part in the 12-mile route, we were able to raise $4,541.14 for the Project Society. Another annual major pro- ject of the commission is the operation of the concession stand at the school track meet. This project provided the com- mission with approximately Throughout the year,-the commission, as well as the ree- reation director, offer assis- tance to the outlying recreation commissions and to interested parties on all. aspects of rec reation. This year the director, has provided the City of Castlegar with information on park development and the Civic. Properties Proposal. The commission has shown an active. interest in the Civic Property: Plan and hopes’ that tion. = The recreation director is presently chairman of the West Kootenay Recreation Associa- tion and extensively involved in the West Kootenay Facilities Association. Through the director's in- Solvement in these. orgahiza- num ber-of-works! “andebxceutte méetinigs béen held-in’ fabtlegar. It is the aim of the. com- mission to continually’ provide an opportunity for all persons of the community to enjoy their hours of relaxation through a recreational or cultural pursuit. We hope that in some’ small way.we are capable of ‘en- . hancing the quality of the cul- ture to the degree that it im- proves the health, life styles and therefore “life changes” of a vastly increased percentage - of the citizens of our area. THE CITY OF CASTLEGAR PUBLIC NOTICE TAKE NOTICE THAT pursuant to By-Law No. 167 cited as ‘Castlegar South Water Improvement Loan Authorization By-law No. 167, 1976” the Council of the City of Castlegar intends to carry out improvements to the Castlegar South Water System as shown and described in 8 report pre- pared by MecMan Engineering & Testing Ltd., Consulting Engineers. AND THAT said report may be viewed during regular business hours at the Municipal Office, 460 Columbia Avenue, N., Castlegar, B.C. AND THAT to finance the construction of the said works: the Council proposes to borrow by way of debentures a sum not exceeding Three Hundred Thousand (300,000.00) Dollars, ae vn “O"AND' THAT. ‘oniess within thirty, days: oe he se- cond and last publication of this Notice, not less than One-twentleth in number of the. electors-pet- ition the Council for the submission of the said by-law. for the assent of the eee the Council * may adopt such by-law. 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