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LOCAL ARTIST Rick Goyette is finding it

hard te keep up with hi unique artwork on Ferry Island. He carves faces into trees, mak- ing for an interesting visual experiance while walking an the is-

land's extensive trail system. But continued vandalism of the faces means he has ta constantly return to fix the damage. He hopes vandals will lay off and let people enjoy his offerings.

Vandals deface artwork

THE CARVER responsible for the wooden faces on Ferry Island is hoping vandals will stop beheading his creations.

Rick Goyette says he tries to create enough new faces in the trees along the island’s trails each year to make up for the ones that are chopped out for souvenirs or destroyed by van- dals.

But he’s finding it hard to keep up.

A total of 27 of his carvings, typically de- picting wizened old men with enchanting

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A CAMPING ban at Exchamsiks to protect a

stand of old growth trees won’t happen this

year, Ministry of Environment, Lands and

Parks district manager Hugh Markides says. Instead, BC Parks will hold focus groups

with people using Exchamsiks this summer’ to’

‘help determine how to save the trees and ac- commodate park visitors. “We're still quite concerned with the old

Regional District of Kitimat-Stikine

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eyes, have disappeared from the island’s trees over the years.

Nine vanished in 1999 and three more were destroyed last year, he says.

*] just wish they’d just take the ugly ones,” Goyette says. “But they seem to like the nice ones.” mc ,

Fortunately, he estimates about 51 carvings still remain - even he has trouble finding them all without losing count.

Goyette has been carving the faces since

at park to

growth trees,” Markides said. “We want to know how can you help prevent damage to the trees.”

The trees are located right beside camping spots and the Exchamsiks River, which is ‘ popular fishing spot. .° . .*. ["™ |

1995 and they’ve since become a favourite tourist altraction on the island.

Goyetle says hell be back aut with his carving tools this year.

“I'm planning to do at least eight,” he says.

Goyette has now put up a new sign on’ the island explaining the philosophy behind his public art.

He hopes that will prompt visitors to the is- lands to enjoy his expressionistic faces where they are and not attempt to take them home.

remain

the list for a camping ban.

The trees, red-listed old prowth cedar, Sitka spruce and hemlock, could pose a threat to campers and park users if ihey fall.

‘hei park is also the site of a major boat ldun * aa _

Local B.C. Parks officials’ had warned if):’, “Wé'ré' trying to balance those interests,”

west of Terrace along Highway 16, may be on

Bylaw No. 410, 1996. safety, liability, cost and privacy reasons.

disposal areas: * Derelict Vehicles * Appliances * Scrap Metals * Wood/Lumber Products

salvaging opportunities,

products recycling program.

containers to retailers or depots. to the Terrace Bottle Depot. recycling program.

non-profit organizations.

Regional District of Kitimat-Stikine 300 - 4545 Lazelle Avenue _ Terrace, B.C. V8G 4E1

Phone: 250-615-6100, Fax: 635-9222

~ THORNHILL LANDFILL |

The Regional District of Kitimat-Stikine wishes to remind the public that scavenging activities are regulated by Landfill Tipping Fees and Regulation

Scavenging in the active landfilling area is strictly prohibited for health and

Salvaging activities are only allowed in a controlled manner in the following

* Re-Use Area - Bicycles, Lawnmowers, Miscellaneous Items.

These measures are the result of risk management decisions required of the Regional District and the need to meet Ministry of Environment guidelines.

The Regional District appreciates the public’s support and cooperation shown with these initiatives and the advantages of providing controlled

In addition to promoting reuse through controlled salvaging, The Regional District alse encourages the reduction of wastes by:

* Utilizing Canadian Waste's commercial cardboard end paper

for cardboard located at the Thornhill Landfill. * Backyard composting of yard and garden wastes. * Utilizing the Thornhill Landfill yard and garden waste compost pile. | * Returning waste oils, vehicle batteries and tires, and used beverage

* Contributing to Canadian Wastes residential program - drap off bins

* Returning residual paints, solvents, pesticides and other flammables * Contributing to the Terrace Bottle Depot's cardboard & office paper

* Handing down used clothing and other items to friends, relatives and

Small contributions build long-term rewards!

HELP MINIMIZE WASTE REDUCE AND REUSE RECYCLE WHEN POSSIBLE

vincial camping parks in the Terrace area.

The Terrace Standard, Wednesday, April 11, 2001 - A3

News In Brief

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Watershed restoration

agreement signed THE KITSUMKALUM band and Forest Renewal BC signed a long-term agreement March 26 that sees FRBC investing $1.7 million toward water- shed restoration in the Kalum Forest District over the next three years.

The band has signed one-year agreements with FRBC for the past six years, but the new three- year term will allow for more long-term planning.

Planned projects include restoration work to the watersheds of Clear Creek, Nelson River and Wil- liams Creek,

Kitsumkalum is the fourth First Nations sign a mulit-year agreement with FRBC.

NWCC gets tech money NORTHWEST COMMUNITY College is getting $500,000 to improve computers and lab equipment.

It comes from $23 million being sent to post sec- ondary institutions such as colleges, institutes and university colleges around the province from the advanced education ministry,

The money is from the province’s budget surplus.

College deal reached INSTRUCTORS AT Northwest Community Col- lege here and at its other campuses across the northwest have reached a three-year contract cov- ering wages and benefits.

This is part of a master agreement concluded with instructors at other community colleges and institutions around the province.

But before a vote takes place, the college and its instructors must still settle local contract issues.

Northwest Community College's two unions, the Academic Workers’ Union and the B.C. Govern- ment and Service Employees’ Union, represent 150 full- and part-time instructors.

The deal boosts maximum salaries from $65,200 to $73,257 a year over the next three years,

More coho for anglers

LOCAL anglers can look forward to an increased bag limit in marine waters for coho this season.

Fisheries and Oceans Canada announced April 4 that fishing opportunities in the north and central coast would be similar to 2000 except recreational anglers will be able to keep two coho per day, up from the one per day limit last year.

Marine survival of the hard-hit species, including Upper Skeena stocks has improved, allowing for the additional flexibility, said the ministry.

New school signs

GET READY for some new and colourful school zone and crosswalk signs. They'll fluorescent yellow-green and will make school zones and crosswalks easier to identify. This new colour is now the national standard and will be phased in over the next three years.

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