Page 8A The Castlegar Sun Wednesday, May 6, 1992 Sun Classifieds ‘Lasca Creek road construction halted ‘SUBMITTED _ into the proposed West Arm Reserve, following Construction of a controversial access road into the Lasca Creek drainage in the Kootenay east of Nelson, BC has now been halted for two weeks, since Wednesday, April 15. On that date, defenders the arrests of 64 last November and a similar road action in February. The road was being driven along the steep slope above the West Arm of Kootenay Lake by a of Lasca Creek and the ing wildemess stopped the heavy rock crusher, Activist on site say that initially ding any further into the watershed, and began a vigil at what they say will remain “the end of the road.” This action marks the third wave of resistance to the logging road SELKIRK COLLEGE ... WHERE YOUR FUTURE BEGINS ... NG LEVEL 1 This is a fi th program d Nick Di ger con- tinued to operate the crusher until they stepped within feet of the ramming arm. 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V1R 486 (604) 368-5236 hibits its operation, Protesters at the site are wear- ing hoods and masks to protect their anonymity, and refusing to speak with the workers and boss- es who regularly cone to the end of the road to photograph them. “We're not interested in having anyone else hauled into court by the timber industry's lawyers, as for community members we're following February's road actions, so we're not telling them who we are or giving them any information,” explained one. “Lasca is the front line of a much larger battle,” said another. “The whole of the West Arm is under the timer industry's gun, and Nelson's own watersheds are next on the block. The communi- ty has spoken loud and clear on the foolishness of the irreplaceable West Arm Wilderness for short-term finan- cial gain for a very few. This road stops here." American group supports Lasca protesters GEA says logging a threat to wildlife Endangered Species Act. The area also ins the BC portion Greater Ecosystem Alliance took a position against an access road being constructed into the Lasca Creek watershed in the heart of BC’s proposed West — of critical habitat for the Selkirk Grizzly bear population, as deter- mined by the US/Canada Intera- gency Grizzly Bear Recovery Plan. Significant populations of Area. If Lasca Creek road will allow ag ging of ecologically significant old - growth forest, critical habi- tat to the last population of Woodland caribou in the US which migrates north from Wash- ington and Idaho into the area. The West Arm Wilderness, bounded by Kootenay Lake on the north and east and Highway 6 on the west, forms the northern part of the much larger contigu- ous Selkirk lion, wolverine, gray wolf, mountain goat, bighorn sheep, and birds of prey are also present, and would be adversely affected by road-building and logging in the West Arm Wilder- ness. 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WE NEED QUALITY TRADE-INS BADLY KALAWSIKY WE WILL ACCEPT any viable long-term conserva- tion strategy, the West Arm Wilderness Area is very impor- tant to GEA. “The future of America’s only herd of endan- gered Woodland Caribou, and the Selkirk Mountain Grizzly popula- tions are directly linked to the fate of the West Arm Wilderness and surrounding critical habitat,” said Evan Forst, GEA’s conserva- tion biologist. “Despite clear sci- entific evidence of the importance of this area for cari- bou, grizzly and other sensitive species, no significant Protection measures presently exist in Cana- da.” Proposed logging in the West Arm Wilderness, of which Lasca Creek is only the first invasion, would compromise the biological diversity of one of the last repre- sentative regions of the Southern Columbia Mountains (Selkirk) ecosystem. The protection of Lasca Creek is key to meani wildemess preservation based on landscape - level biological prin- ciples, and is a critical component to any transboundary ecosystem conservation plan. Therefore, GEA urges the BC government to halt construction of the Lasca Creek access road and protect the integrity of the West Arm Wilder- Freshwater fishing regulations now in Sun Staff The latest Freshwater Fishing Regulations Synopsis for British Columbia is now available from angling license outlets throughout the province. “For this edition, much of the material has been rewritten and reorganized to make it easier to understand and use,” said Envi- ronment Minister John Cashore, adding that it still contains famil- iar tables of regulations for spe- cific lakes and streams, along with identification pictures of gamefish species of British Columbia. New Material in the synopsis includes: + the introduction of a new sturgeon license plus relatéd size Silver Rattle Antiques 301-11 Ave. Castlegar. (in Tulips Building) 365-5191 JOHN CASHORE restrictions; + details on a new fee reduction for disabled anglers in BC; * a number of new regulations for specific bodies of water, and + a form for those who have questions on the regulations, or would like to comment on the new format. Because this synopsis again covers a two-year period (from April 1, 1992 to March 31, 1994), anglers should retain their copies, as limited numbers will be avail- able next year. According to the new book, “Better Home and Gardens Step-by-Step Landscaping, an outdoor “roam” such as 18 patio or deck is the perfect spring home improvement project. They cost much less to build than an indoor room and barely disrupt the household during construction. Here is how the editors suggest you compare the options in deciding between one of these project: + Outdoor rooms need to be about the same size as the largest indoor rooms Measure your patio furniture and add enough room for pulling out chairs and walking around. + Decks have a soft look and are more in accordance with a wooden house or a rustic setting. They do not reflect unwanted heat and light. + Patios have « more permanent look and feel. And their reflected heat feels patios can complement any style of house and landscape. They do require level ground, though + The greatest advantage of decks is land, they can make a terrible terrain lovely and useful. Decks also can be built over old, cracked concrete without LANDSCAPING TIPS WITH PATIOS AND DECKS great in the spring. Because of the wide . variety of paving materials available, & that, because they do not require level ©. the expense or work of tearing it out. A g00d combination is a deck at the floor level of the house, with steps leading down to a patio in the garden. + The wood of decks blends well with hot tubs, while the solid surface of a patio works better around most swimming pools, though there can be exceptions. Because of its formality, a Patio best fits most omamental pools or fountains. Decks easily expand to include sandboxes and play structures Consulting an expert on the planning and construction is a prudent move. te & OR s Ss Sports Dept. Jason Keenan 365-5579 May 6 1992 Glance Suntest Sports Though the end of June seems far away, you had better Start getting ready because there will be plenty of sporting events at Sunfest ‘92. On June 27, two tourneys are planned; one for baseball, and the other will be a dart tourna- ment hosted by the Legion. The Castlegar Recreation De will be spor i a biathlon to be held at the Complex. The Sports Network (TSN) will be in town to cover as many events as possible, including the 20th annual Canadian Frog Jumping Championships. And see this week’s article on the 1992 Columbia River Hydro Regatta. Bike and Summer Sport Swap The Rossland Mountain Bike Society will be hosting a summer sports equipment swap this Saturday at the Ross- land arena on Spokane Avenue (three blocks above Columbia Avenue in Rossland). There will be used bicycles, camping , tennis rackets and golf chubs for ‘sale at the swap. It runs from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m., and if you want to sell something, you must bring it in to be registered on Friday night between 6 p.m. and 9 p.m. Funds raised will go towards putting together a mountain biking trail in the Rossland area. The necessary steps including putting up signs, and trail construction. Slocan Valley Men’s Fastball The upcoming games in the league are: May 6 Inland vs Braves@ Slocan May 7 Brewers vs Inland@ Campbell ‘SOeBill’s vs Kalensnikoff @ Thrums May ll Inland vs Bill’s@ Thrums Braves vs Kalensnikoff Thrums @ Drop by and check out a game or two. It’s perfect weather for spectators as well as players. Track Tryouts Reminder Tryouts for the Zone One Track and Field Team for 1992 B.C. Summer Games will begin at 12 p.m. May 22, and continue on the 23rd, at Joe Haley Field in Trail. The games are set for July 9-12 in Port Alberni. Athletes born in 1977 and 1978 will compete in various track events, including: the 100-metre to 3000-metre runs, various hurdle events, the usual jumping and throwing events, the octathlon, cight events for boys, and the pen- tathlon, five events for girls. Each of the eight zones in the province are permitted to select 17 girls, 17 boys and two additional athletes. Each zone is allowed two competi- tors per event, and athletes are permitted to enter a maximum of three events. Interested athletes should contact their school track coach or Zone representative Roger Toogood at 429-3442. Silver City Runs The eleventh annual five and 10 kilometre runs are being held this Sunday at Gyro park in Trail at 9 a.m. There will also be a five kilometre walk. Those who take advantage of early registration will get a T-shirt. The age categories for the runs are: Junior SK— eight- and-under, nine to 11, and 12 to 15; junior 10K— 12 and under, 13 to 15; seniors (both races)— 16 to 19, 20 to 29, 30 to 39, 40 to 49, and 50 and older. There are prizes for overall winners, and age category Hydroplane boat race coming to Castlegar Eight classes of powerboats to compete on the Columbia River June 27 & 28 JASON KEENAN Sun staff There's going to be a few changes when it comes to the aqua-motor sport entertainment at Sunfest '92. After four years of drag boat racing, the Sunfest committee ha decided to move upwards and onwards. This year there will be two days of outboard hydroplane racing on the Columbia River on June 27 and 28. “We're looking at, worst-case scenario, about 40 boats in the race," said Craig Burton, the race organizer. The race will be held in the same place as last year, with the centre of the course being below Robson Hall The eight classes of racers include: 350, 200, 700, and 1,100 calkie-burning hydro boats; 1,100 cc runabout needlenose flatbot- toms; D-stock hydro; C-stock hydro; and E-modified. With all the different classes of boats, Burton said that the show will be leaps and bounds beyond the old drag boat show. The race is a part of the West- ern Pro Title Series from Spokane, Washington, and all results from the race count as points towards getting into the Lined up and rarin’ to go- A few boats that will be whipping around the hydroplane course come Sunfest ‘92. Viewing will be available on both the Robson and Castlegar sides of the Columbia this tear. "It's a really professional show. There should only be a two to, three minute wait between heats,” said Burton. "It's going to make a much bet- ter, more crowd pleasing enter- tainment," he said. "The whole thing will flow a lot more si ly. Not only will the show be run- ning more smoothly, so will the Keeping his eye on the ball! The Brewers did just that and beat the Slocan Braves 4-2. SUN STAFF PHOTO / Jason Keenan + crowd situation. After lengthy negotiations, the race committee has secured the Celgar parking lot to use for viewing, parking, pits, concessions, and launch facilities. “Robson is still a better view- ing area because it is elevated, and it has a beer garden as well as aconcession stands,” said Burton. But with between 5,000 and 6,000 di Photo submitted the town, things got a little hectic. “This will take some of the pressure off the Robson side, in terms of congestion and safety,” he added. The preferred viewing area at Celgar will have a minimal charge for parking and viewing areas. But for the two dollars, Burton said, where else can you motor sports. The racing will run from noon until 5 p.m. on the Saturday and Sunday of Sunfest. Each class will run three heats of four laps on Saturday, and two heats of four laps per class on Sunday. Burton said there will also be an opportunity to view the boats testing and preparing on Friday afternoon from noon until 5 p.m. Slocan Valley Fastball season gets into the swing of things JASON KEENAN Sun staff They may have lost a team to Castlegar Men’s Fastball, but the seven-year-old Slocan Valley Men’s Fastball League is still going strong. League vice-president Terry Halisheff said that there is a good blend of older and younger play- ers in the game. “We are more of a recreation league and a development league,” he added. In official-terms, they are one rung below the Castlegar league, since they are intermedi- ate-D, and Castlegar is intermedi- ate-D. “It’s not as competitive as Castlegar, but it's still competi- tive,” added Halisheff, who also coaches and catches for the Val- ley Brewers. Friendship plays a role in the league, but not on the field he said. “We know one another, but friendship has it's boundaries. There is no friendship om the field. After the game, it’s differ- ent though.” ‘We know one another, but friendship has it's boundaries.’ — TERRY HALISHEFF Slocan Valley Men's Fastball League Vice-president But Halisheff said the best in the league can hold their own against Castlegar. Last year’s top team, the Valley Royals, made up of players from Appledale, are competing in Castlegar men’s fast- ball this year. Only time will tell. “The umpires have to be regis- tered with Softball B.C., and lev- eled,” Halisheff said. The league is made up of teams and players from Thrums, Slocan, Nelson, Playmore, Cres- cent valley and South Slocan The majority of players and play is concentrated in the Thrums- South Slocan corridor, with the Thrums and Mt. Sentinel fields being the most heavily used. He added that the teams to beat this year will be Inland Alcare and Kalesnikoff Lumber. He said their biggest advantage is team continuity. “Every year so many people go to different teams, either in the league, or in Castlegar,” he added. Their season usually lasts until the second week in July, but they are thinking about bumping the final’s tournament ahead one week. “We might tie the wind-up tournament into the Slocan Log- gers Festival on the July long- weekend,” Halisheff said TEAM Avenue EHS Kootenay Comfort Insl. Lion's Head Dining Williams Moving Castlegar Import Centre Pushovers Smokey Bears Performace Auto Body Dexter's Pub Orlandos VEC's Purnell Dist. Safeway Latecomers CIBC Classics Bad Company Dominion Bridge Slopitch Recreation League (as oa 3) TEAM +: Banjo’s Pub CCC Commonwealth Oot Mugs and Jugs RCMP. 0 Slopitch Competative League «oma 3 Castle Realty T-Birds 0 Woodland Park Shell Amigos Blueberry Creek Hysterical Clarke Trucking NRS Big-0 Tires Foremost No Names 10 39 8 13 winners, as well as the school teams competition. ‘The running surfaces at the park include paved roads, lanes, grass, and sidewalks. For more information on registration, contact Gerick Cycle in Trail at 364-1661. 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