Labour of Jove Huge volunteer effort behind Riverside fest Third annual music festival draws crowds — and helpers CONTRIBUTED By BETTY HAMILTON PERFECT weather, greal entertainment and the sup- port of wonderful fans were the ingredients of success for the third annual Elks and Royal Purple River- side Musie Festival. And behind this success was a corps of dedicated, hard-working volunteers. Months ahead of time, volunteers converged at Harlee’s Place to help maintain and improve the facilities, provided once again this year by hosts Mickey and Harley Poa- gue. The hosts themselves are members of the Elks and Royal Purple, Volunteers built more outhouses, more decora- tive fencing, made impro- vements to the stage and created another prize-win- ning float for the annual Riverboat Days. parade. Other volunteers found the talent, looked after ad- vertising and publicity - and sold advertising for the festival’s first professional- ly-produced program. One team looked after ticket sales and the gate. Another purchased sup- plies and set up, and ran the food service, Pictured at left are two Ladies of the Royal Pur- Both women put in shifts on Saturday and Sunday in the kitchen, Like the other ladies, they also. baked. .some--of - the- mouth-watering pies sold at the event, Then there were the Stacks of firewood to cut and haul, garbage collec- tion and disposal to ar- range, etc,, etc, It meant organizing a small army of Elks, Royal Purple, and their children grandchildren, friends and acquaintances who brought their talents, skills and en- thusiasm to make it all The Terrace Standard, Wednesday, August 29, 2001 - B3 NEW in September 2001 Outdoor Power Equipment Technician This NEW 6-month program will give you the skills and knowledge needed to begin work as an entry level clagnostic and repalr technician qualified within the power equipment trade (ATVs, Outboard motors, Snow machines, Lawn mowers, Motorcycles). The program is designed to be equivalent to the Ministry of Labour's first year of apprenticeship technical training. Ir Soe te te * Grace 10 of GED or CCP * Intermediate Math and English or successful completion of the NWCC Tradés Assessment (walved if you have Grade 10 standing) * Must be 18 years of age Program dates: Saplamber 4 - March 29, 2001. The cholce is yours — Northwest Community College makes it possible. = NORTHWEST Goes tacucsdncan COMMUNITY COLLEGE "+. Contactan Educational Advisor a ple, Sue Ferretti, 77, and 79-year-old Elsie Kroeker. — work. Keith Avenue Mall Terrace * 635-5333 Skeena Mall L Terrace * 635-4948 J ( NEWREMO ) DRIVING RANGE | * Full Service Dan Rosengren PGA snail: dachty@telusnet * Lessons Available European Senior Tour Member Ph: 250-615-5549 © Fax: 250-615-7784 y, B STEAK & ‘SEAFOOD GRILL “(BAVARIAN INN) 635-9161 / NY Bus Groups: Welcome! Starting Septembet P&Is BST LICENSED FAMILY RESTAURANT Recto SPECIALIZING IN FISH & CHIPS Liscenced PEN § 103-4660 LAKELSE * 635-3447 IACROSS FROM SAFEWAY] Great Fish’n Chips Plus...50 Much Morel ~ / Bee “EET Se Rte RE SESE NEE Re Paste Spacial w/Salad & Gorlic Braad . "INCLUDES POOL PASS* Hwy, 37 South, Lokelse Lake 798-2214 © 1-800-663-3662 “EH Ay a 4643 Pork Ave., Terrace \_ (250) 635-2561 1. Enjoy a picnic lunch on a bench over top of the city. Take Kenney St. and stay on it as it climbs Lanfear Hill. Look immediately to your right at the top of the hill for a placsont area. ‘Alter lunch, if-you are feeling | adventurous, you can climb down | the hill using a trail and back up again. 2. Take a day trip east on Hwy East to visit historic Battle Hill. On the top once stood a fort manned by the Gitwangak people who, | from this strategic point, con- | trolled the lucrative trade on the grease trail coming south from the Nass Valley past the fort, The grease trail; so named for the calorie-rich grease from the cali- chan fish which dripped from the packs of those who used the route, was a key path of com- merce for native people. Battle Hill is a national historic site and is located just off of Hwy37 North. To find it, turn left off of Hwy16 at Kitwanga where it intersects with Hwy37 North. Drive across the bridge spanning the Skeena River and continue north. Look for the signs. The parking area for Battle Hill is on your left, The drive from Terrace should take about an hour. You'll find interpretative panels and the stery of Nekt, a Gitwangak warrior who died in a fire that destroyed the fort. 3. Terrace offers a number of scenic RV. parks. Braun’s Island R.V. Park, located on Ackroyd Rd, on Braun’s Island, just off of Graham Ave. and Braun St. in the south- west corner if Terrace, offers 10 sites, The Rainbow Inn R.V, Park, 5510 Highway 16, offers 12. The Reel Inn RV. Park, 5508 Highway 16, offers 15 sites. Wild Duck RV, Park, 5504 Highway 16, has 20, 4, Sani-dumps are located at the fol- lowing sites - Behind the tourist infocentre on Hwy1é, at the Lakelse Lake campground, south on Highway 16, near ICG Propane on Highway 16 and al Canadian Tire, also on Highway 16, THINGS TO DO IN TERRACE 16 today at 635-6511, SKEENA VALLEY FARMERS MARKET EVERY SATURDAY UNTIL OCTOBER ~ 9 A.M. TO 1 PM. Located on Davis Avenue, Crafts and produce from the surrounding area. FILL THE BIN - THE TERRACE STANDARD encourages “everyone to help {ill the Food Bank Bins at Safeway, Overwaitea - and the Bargain Shap, At this time of the year food supplies at food banks are extremely low and need replenishing. Your DONATION goes a very long way and is gratefully appreciated. STARTING AUGUST 27 BC TRANSIT OFFERS MORE SERVICE TO: Aquatic Centre/Arena * Birch Hill, Park & Apsley, Twin River Estates and Mountain Vista * Canadian Tire and west end of City of Terrace. AUGUST 31 & SEPTEMBER 1 — TERRACE FALL HORSE SHOW Staris at 8 A.M. Etnry forms can be picked up at Northern Horse Supply. For more information contact Jacquie Strachan at 635-6727. SEPTEMBER 1 AND 2 - 31st ANNUAL SKEENA VALLEY FALL FAIR Thornhill Community Grounds & Hall, Terrace, B.C. Admission Adults $3.50 Seniors 12 & Under $2.00 5&Under Free, SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 2 - TOTEM SADDLE CLUB ANNUAL GYMKHANA Registration at 9:00 am. ~ Starts at 9:30 am. TROPHIES, ROSETTE RIBBONS AND PRIZE MONIES For information cail Laurie Muller 635-9401 SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 2 - LOGGER’S SPORTS Sponsored by Terrace Downtown Lions - more than 15 events - numerous novice events for first-time competitiors. The Terrace Emergency Sheiter and Hostel has moved to 2812 Hall Street, behind Totem Ford, right next door to the old place. For info, call 635-5890. VISIT HERITAGE PARK | OPEN 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Tours available everyday 20:30, a.m. ; 4:30. pani: Strong, Healthy Equals, a drop In centre for young women, is now open Saturdays from noon to 6 p.m. and Thursdays from 4 to 8 p.m. A sale, relaxed atmosphere where girls can come for suppart, information, ideas, conversation or to hang out. Located at the Terrace Women's Resource Centre, Call 638- 0228 {ar info. Park Report M Greg McDonald I's a fine day for a hike... just put on the running shoes and olf you go... now hold on there let's consider a few things, Last time you went wilh someone who knew the area, however today you have decided to go alone. Have you prepared for tha unexpected? First of all dogs anyone know where you are going and when you will be back? It's a goad idea to tell someona or if no one is around at jeasl leave a note describing your plans. If possible do not hike alone. Clothing and footwear is of utmost consideration. Well fitting hiking boots are the best footwear as you oflen run Into rough and unexpected terrain but at the very least wear footwear that provides the best protection lor Ieet and ankles alike (in this country preferable waterproof}. When choosing what clothing to wear it is best to dregs in layers, a T shirt, a sweatshin, a light sweater and a jacket, It is easter to put clothing on and take it off than not to have enough to keep you warm. Always lake protaction for your head even if it is a scarf, easily tled around your neck it will be a welcome friend in the blazing sun or ona chilly night, If you encounter bad weather head protection will become crucial as more haat is lost through your head and neck (70%) than any olher part of your body, Cotton clothing |s good for hol dry Weather and wool or the new poly fabrics for wet and cool since thay retain their warmth even when wet. Bring along a small pack to carry the extra clothing. There are some other essential items that you shauld always take cna hike... evan it it is only a short hike. Water, matches In a waterproof con- tainer, high energy snacks, whistle, pockel knife, light weight space blanket, reflector or hand mirar, insect repellent and a small first aid kit. You should get in the habit of carrying these even if you are going for a 1/2 hour hike... since you never know when you might get lost, Dehydration will increase your susceptibilily to faligue and hypothermia, so water Is cruclal to your survival, If you do become lost a compass is an excellent idea bul maka sure you learn how to use it first, The best thing parents can do for their children whan hiking is to set an example for you child. Practice the readiness rules which say that even if you are going to the airport hill to pick mushrooms or for a quick stroll down the Twin Spruce Trail at Lakelse Lake park make sure that you take all tha supplies mentioned above because you never know whan you could gel lost. if you woutd like to know mare about hiker safety come to Lakelse Lake Provincial Park and take part In some of tha safety programs. Or contact your local collage or hiking club who may have safety programs as well. See you in the Park. = poav) LAKELSE LAKE PROVINCIAL Parks } PARK VISITORS PROGRAMS a:00pm ‘walk with the Glants Sea the forast ina special way. Walk and talk 7:00 Baked Salmon and Wine Walk along the Twin Spruce and learn how the first nations people survived in this area, Friday, Aug 31 4:00pm Pond Life The mysterious world of liltle craa- tures, which inhabil the pond, 7:00pm Bear Aware Bears are a valuable part of living In Northern BC. leam mare about them and you, Gaar Aware Taam Saturday, Sept. 1 4:00am Hike-A-Tree Amazing little things Inhabit trees 7:00pm Nisge'a tava Park The Nass Valley contains ona of the most wonderful new protected area. Sunday, Sept, 2 4:00pm Bugs, Bugs, and more Bugs Learn about tha importance of bugs in the park and make your own to take home, 7:00pm Plunge In Explore the homes of aquatic animals that live at Lakelse Lake, Non 7:00pm Hug-A-Tree Lear what to do if you are lost in the woods. Family presentation and Slides ALL ARE WELCOME © PROGRAMS ARE FREE ALL PROGRAMS WILL BE HELD IN THE AMPHITHEATER UNLESS OTHERWISE POSTED 1