~ PNE a provincial event, | - touring executives say by Betty Barton Representatives of the Pacific National Exhibition visited Terrace last week as part of a province- wide tour. President Morgan Thomas and communications assis- tant Tim Holland are spreading the word about events planned for the 77th annual PNE, which opens Aug. 16. For the first time in the history of this provincial fair, the” PNE will run for 18 full days (until Sept. 2) rather than the usual 17. Morgan Thomas, a feedlot farmer who owns 2,000 head of cattle in Armstrong, was appointed presi- dent of the PNE two years ago. He is the first PNE president to be appointed from outside the lower mainland. : Thomas, with his unbounded enthusiasm, has brought a host of new, or renewed, and exciting events to the PNE. He and his committee actively encourage interactive participation of British Columbians in every aspect of the PNE, Thomas describes the fair as "a celebration, an education, and entertainment”. Last year, for the first time, the Grand Marshall was CHANGING TIMES. Starting next mo uniforms. Scouting movement representatives chosen through the provincial school system. This year, a young- ster from Victoria will wear the honour. He stresses that the Pacific ‘National Exhibition is a provincial fair and that every community in the province should be showcased. Terrace is one of over 100 com-. munities that "will gain a feeling of ownership (of the PNE)", says Thomas. Downtown streets in Vancouver will display flags and banners from all the participating communities, Terrace included. The recently refurbished Challen- ger Map in the B.C. Pavilion and adjoining display units will high- light communities which have responded to the PNE’s solicitation of artifacts, special events promo- tions, and other contributions to the fair. The PNE is the largest tourist destination site in B.C., with over a million people participating in activities during the 18-day fair. More than 1,200 4-H members, including some from Terrace, attend and show at the PNE, which feeds and houses them all for the duration of their stay. Shelley O’Brien, Miss Terrace, will partici- it _ consultation with Canadian clothing designer Leo Chevalier. - PNE is a self-sustaining crown nth Cubs, Scouts, Venturers and Rovers will wear new gay the new look involves years of design work in 1 Terrace Review — Wednesday, August 14, 1991 B15 pate in the Miss PNE pageant. In the "Your all-time, good-time fair" theme song competition, five of 289 entries were received from Terrace songwriters. The rural-urban connection was augmented last year with the first rodeo in 59 years at the PNE. The youth talent program has 57 entries from throughout the province this year. The winner will compete for the President’s Cup in Memphis, Tennessee. A feature presentation at the 1991 PNE will be Soundwaves °O1, with interactive music. Fifteen countries will be represented in the horse vaulting, and a milking bar will illustrate, with hands-on exhibits, the technology used in dairy farming. Thomas proudly notes that the U.Vic. accepts Miss Terrace Miss Terrace, Shelley O’Brien, is going to have a busy year. She has recently been accepted by the University of Victoria to study in the environmental science program. While living in Victoria she will have the Miss Terrace banner and crown, acting as the city’s ambassador for activities in Vancouver and Victoria and returning home for major events. In Shelicy’s absence First Princess Heather Bretfeld and Second Princess Nicki Schafhauser will attend functions in the Northwest to represent Terrace. co corporation and the only interac- tive one. It employs 175 full-time workers, and more than 25,000 yolunteers work on preparations | for the PNE and events while it runs. "Tell us what you want," is Thomas’s message. "This is a provincial fair!" Scouting gets new look Contributed by Eric Harkonen A new uniform will come into effect for scouting this September. It has been available to members since July and was in use at the sixth provincial Jamboree by both leaders and scouts. “The uniform will be a universal outfit that will be used by Cubs, Scouts, Ventures, Rovers and adult members. Beaver uniforms are not affected by this change. The uniform is made up of a tan shirt, navy blue beret, navy blue shorts of long pants and navy coloured socks with garter tabs to go with the shorty Sections are distinguished by colour-coded epaulettes, sash bordering, belts and beret badge backings. Cubs will be yellow, Scouts green, Venturers blue and Rovers red. Non-section leader accessories ure navy blue. This uniform has a three-year phase-in period ending in 1993. Members both youth and adult who are wearing the old uniform -may do so until they move up to ihe next section or if condition of the uniform dictates. The new uniform is intended to give scouting in Canada a new look and uniformity, Note: new members must purchase this uniform when for youth registration and mark it entering scouting this September. CHERYL MALMGREN WORKS AT THE TERRACE STANDARD AS A NEWSPAPER CARRIER AND HAS BEEN WITH THE COMPANY FOR 3 1/2 YEARS. WHEN CHERYL NOT DELIVERING PAPERS, SHE ENJOYS VISITING WITH HER FRIENDS AND SWIMMING AT THE PUBLIC POOL. Scouting is looking for volunteers to work in leadership and administration such as Scout District Council executive positions. Scouting is a fun program that helps youngsters in the community to better themselves, make new friends and experience the outdoors. If you have time to give us a hand, please come out to our registration on September II at E.T. Kenney Primary School at 7 p.m. of phone Per Halvorsen al 635-2118. Please note this date on your calendar. ecg ot a a See ee ioe iaadian ile. .