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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 1995-07-05, Page 7Flying high Leona and Jim Armstrong of Brussels had surprise visitors for the long weekend when a group of hang gliders and their power glider tow plane dropped in. The group of 10 flyers, from the Grand Valley Hang Gliding Shop and the K-W Hang Gliding Club, were in the area for a competition held on a farm between Blyth and Auburn. The tow glider was heading to Blyth on Thursday evening when confronted with a thunderstorm. When the winds forced pilot Armand Acchione to land on the Armstrong's airstrip, the couple welcomed him into their home. The gliders were invited back after the competition, for some lifts from the strip. Gliders can fly several kilometres from one lift if thermal air currents can be found. Some ,pilots had flown to the Walkerton area from Brussels while others were heading to Owen Sound. Health Can. studies nicotine NEW MOVIES • Little Women - Dumb & Dumber • Mixed Nuts • Murder in the First • Junior • Street Fighter • Interview with the Vampire • Drop Zone PHOTO DEVELOPING 24 - 35 mm $799 GET THE SECOND SET FREE WRUSSELS VARIETY _\\ PEPSI 2 Litre $1 49 Open 7 days a week for your convenience Mon. - Sat. 8 a.m. - 10 p.m. Sunday 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. 887-6224 THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, JULY 5, 1995. PAGE 7. Falls Reserve hosts family fishing derby You're invited to cast a line at the Family Fishing Derby being held on Saturday, July 8, at Falls Reserve Conservation Area (FRCA) at Benmiller. The event begins at 9 a.m. The derby is a perfect way to help your family discover the joys of fishing, and to get acquainted with this scenic conservation area. Prizes will be awarded in three age categories, five and under, six to 12, and 13 and over. Several merchants in the area have donated supplies and prizes for the event. The derby is also being supported by the Maitland Valley Conserva- tion Authority and the Maitland Conservation Foundation. Registration is free for children five years of age and under, $3 for children six to 12 years of age and $5 for participants 13 and over. The registration fee does not include a vehicle day use pass to the park which is $5. Proceeds from the event will be used to support environmental education activities at the park. Participants can register at the front gate of the park. To get to Falls Reserve take Hwy. 8 from Goderich to County Road 1 and then follow the signs for the park. Don't forget your fishing pole! Participants will be able to catch two fish during the derby with the longest one counting as their official entry. Even if you don't catch a large fish, you'll still have a chance to win one of several draw By Michael O'Sullivan If you knew your best friend was in danger, wouldn't you want to help? Well, our best animal friends, the dogs and cats who share our lives, are in a crisis called pet overpopulation. The good news is that the solutions are within reach and the bad news is that many pet owners still refuse to believe that there is even a problem at all. But can my one dog or cat really be responsible? Male or female, absolutely. Why are there so many dogs and cats? Dogs can reproduce twice a year beginning as young as six months of age. In just six years, two dogs and their offspring can theoretically be the source of 67,000 puppies. Cats are able to have three litters per year, and are even more prolific. Theoretically, over a seven year period, two cats and their offspring can produce 420,000 kittens. According to estimates, just one of every five animals born will find a home. While there is an estimated 4.5 million households in Canada that own dogs or cats, or both - there are simply just not enough good homes for them all. The greatest preventable cruelty inflicted upon dogs and cats is pet overpopulation. The single most effective and humanitarian solution lies in encouraging responsible pet ownership by reducing the number prizes. Lunch is being provided for participants and certificates will be awarded to all children taking part in the derby. The Family Fishing Derby is part of the second annual Ontario Family Fishing Weekend. If you are a Canadian resident, you don't need a licence to enjoy a fishing excursion from 12:01 a.m. Friday, July 7 until 11:59 p.m. Sunday, July 9. But, you do need to respect all of Ontario's other fishing rules and regulations. These rules can be found in the 1995 Summary of Sport Fishing Regulations available from businesses that sell fishing licences (try bait and tackle shops, hardware stores and marinas) and Ministry of Natural Resources offices. While fishing without a licence during Family Fishing Weekend the number of fish you may keep is set out in the conservation Licence section of the summary. Ontario's family Fishing Week- end is co-ordinated by a Steering Committee, a partnership of government and non-government groups and individuals including the Association of Conservation Authorities of Ontario, Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters and the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources. For more information about the Family Fishing Derby contact the Maitland Valley Conservation Authority at (519) 335-3557 or Falls Reserve Conservation Arca at (519) 524-6429. of unwanted births. Despite the dedicated efforts of concerned individuals and humane organizations, the fact is, many people are still breeding cats and dogs while lOs of thousands of unwanted animals languish in animal shelters or on the street without a home. Increasing numbers of physicians are now echoing what many of us have known - and that studies have confirmed - for years - pets are good for what ails you. They are constant companions who provide us unconditional love and trust. They share and enrich our lives, and in return they ask for so little. The Humane Society of Canada (HSC) is proud to announce the launch of a five year national campaign called "Everyone's Best Friends." Through a creative and engaging multifaceted campaign we will be asking children and adults in every community across Canada to work with us in partnership to make this a world where all dogs and cats have a chance to be loving, lifelong companions. If you knew your best friend was in trouble, wouldn't you want to help? Spaying or neutering your pet is the first step in helping your best friend - because a life is a terrible thing to waste. For more information call The Humane Society of Canada (HSC) using our toll free number 1-800- KIND. Guest column Pet population, growing concern Support minor sports Attend a game Health Canada released June 28 the results of a study on the levels of nicotine in cigarette tobacco and in tobacco smoke. The study, which was conducted under the research component of the Tobacco Demand Reduction Strategy (TDRS), analyzed seven represen- tative brands of Canadian cigarettes that were sold between 1968 and 1995. Four key findings emerged from the study. Over the 27-year period: • the level of nicotine in tobacco used in cigarettes has increased by 53 per cent; • the average amount of tobacco used in each cigarette has decreased by 14 per cent; • the level of nicotine in tobacco smoke fluctuated significantly at several points during the study period; current levels represent a decrease of 20 per cent; and • the amount of tar in cigarette tobacco smoke has decreased by 29 per cent. Since the various parts of the tobacco plant contain different levels of nicotine, the selection and blending of these parts can affect the nicotine content of the tobacco. Nicotine and tar levels in cigarette smoke also depend on factors such as filter material, ventilation and paper used. Health Minister Diane Marleau characterized the •study as an important addition to the growing body of knowledge regarding tobacco product ingredients and the manufacturing process. She said: "the more we know about this product and the industry, the better we can effectively control and eventually minimize tobacco use in Canada." Labstat Incorporated, which carried out the study, has been active in the field of'research on the composition of tobacco and tobacco products for more than 25 years. Labstat will be conducting three additional studies this year on the levels of pesticide residues, toxic chemicals and heavy metals in cigarettes and in cigarette smoke.