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TIM CIJMMINO PHOTO
COOKIES FOR FRIENDSHIP - Making cookies for themselves and for new friends last week were
Walton Public School students Robert Johnston, 7; Hope Williamson, 9 and Lisa Smith, 6. The project
was part of a 'problem -solving' day at the school.
TIM CUMMING PHOTO
LEARNING LANGUAGE - Former Walton Public School vice principal Louise Wilson helps five-year-old
Chris Regele and five-year-old Stephanie Lubbers work on a language project in which they write new
endings for The Three Little Pigs. The assignment was part of a unit on problem solving in the school.
STRATFORD
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Hensall
by Liz Sangster
262-2715
London bus now
runs only on
Fridays
A reminder that the bus to Lon-
don runs only on Fridays. The bus
is flag stop only and can be met on
Highway 4. The bus leaves at 9:30
a.m. and returns to Hensall at 8
c:tim.
e sympathy of the community is
extended to the families of the late
Ross Corbeu and the late Mary
Funk.
Hensel! residents are advised of a
vacancy on the Hensall Economic
Development Committee. Enthusi-
astic, energetic and motivated per-
sons should submit their names to
the Hensall Municipal Office (262-
2812) by noon on Feb. 13.
At Hensall United Church, this
past Sunday, Rev. Henry Annen's
message was 'True Excellence'.
The Children's story was 'True
Love'. Doug Klopp was the organ-
ist with. Mary Kinsman greeting the
worshipers. Rev. Henry and Ann
Annen performed a skit: Dave
Brock, Marg Cole and Elva Forrest
presented Barb and Lorne
Gackstetter and family with a gift.
A pot luck lunch followed the
meeting. The ushers were Raye
Jacobe and Dennis Martin.
The Friendship Circle meets Feb.
6 at 1:30. The Afternoon Ladies
Group meet Feb. 2 at 2 p.m. The
Annual Canada Food Grains Bank
meal will be held Feb. 23 from
11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Walter and Joan Farquharson are
conducting a workshop 'Concerns
for Rural Communities.' See Pastor
Henry Annen for details.
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THE HURON -PERTH COUNTY
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Junior Kindergarten
and Senior Kindergarten on
Wednesday, February 15, 1995 , 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
In order to register for Kindergarten, children must be four (4) years of age on or
before December 31, 1995 Parents ore required to bring the Baptismal
Certificate, Birth Certificate and Immunization Record Card of the child you
intend to register Parents should contact the school in which you intend to
register your child for an appointment prior to the registration date to obtain
registration information/material that should be completed at home and brought
to the registration meeting.
The locotion for Kindergarten classes will be as follows
St. Joseph's School (KINGSBRIDGE)
Mike Boniface, Principal
RR3 GODERICH
529-7646
St. Columban School
Ed Coppelli, Principal
RR 2 DUBLIN
345-2086
Our Lady of Mount Carmel School
Dave Sharpe, Principal
RR 3 DASHWOOD
237-3337
St. Joseph's School
Dennis Mackey, Principal
169 Beech Street CLINTON
482-7035
Precious Blood School
Sandy McQuillan, Principal
Sanders Street, West, EXETER
235-1691
St. Mary's School
Fran Craig, Principal
70 Bennett Street, E, GODERICH
524-9901
St. James School
Jim McDade, Principal
Chalk Street, SEAFORTH
527-0321
Jeanne Sauve School
Don Farwell, Principal
8 Grange Street, STRATFORD
273.3396
St. Boniface School
Lourie Krohcheck, Principal
Mary Street ZURICH
236-4335
Sacred Heart School
Jim Steffler, Principal
Cornyn Street WINGHAM
357-1090
SI. Mary's School (HESSON)
Adrian Pontsioen, Principal
RR 4 LISTOWEL
595-8929
St. Ambrose School
Gary Birmingham, Principal
181 Louise Street STRATFORd
271-7544
St. Joseph's School
Mike Dewan, Principal
363 St. Vincent St, STRATFORD
271-3574
▪ St. Aloysius School
Mike Dewan, Principal
228 Avondale Ave STRATFORD
271-3636
Holy Name of Mary School
Joe MacDonald, Principal
161 Peel Street ST. MARYS
284-2170
St. Patrick's School, Kinkora
Paul Nickel, Principal
RR1 SEBRINGVILLE
393-5580
Parents who expect that their child will enrol in the .optional French Immersion
Program in Grade 1, in future yeors,•.have the option of enrolment for
Junior/Senior'Kindergartf;n at'6ither their'lbcal Cathofie School or the French
Immersion' Centre. 1St. Marys' School; Goderich or Jeanne Souve School,
Stratford) at which they expect to enrol their child for a French Immersion
program.
L. Martin
Chairperson of the Boord
J S. Brown, M.A , Ed.D ,
Director of Education
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-SNOWMOBILING STRUGGLES WITH UNDESERVED REPUTATION
(c. 1994 by Craig Nicholson All rights reserved.)
winter isn't enjoyable if you aren't mobile. Hence,
s so great about snowmobiling? You've skis, snow shoes, sled dogs and snowmobiles, take
d the ballyhoo. How it's worth over half your pick. Danger: winter has special hazards such
illion dollars to the provincial economy. as ice, hypothermia, frost bite and storms. But
That our 35,000 kilometer groomed trail preparedness, knowledge, experience and common
world's longest. Or that the Ontario sense prevail. Hardship: like anything, winter is
Snowmobile Clubs (OFSC) has the tougher if you fight it. But co -existence and flexibility
in international snowmobiling. can make it blossom with exciting possibilities.
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How Ontario snowmobilers are the number one
contributor to Easter Seals in North America with
$11.5 million in donations to date. That upwards of
$20.8 million has been spent on trail development
since 1991. Or that participation rates have increased
by almost 100% during the same time. It's even said
that Ontario snowmobiling is Canada's fastest
growing winter recreation.
So what. If you've never been on a snowmobile, what
do you care? Your view of snowmobiling may range
from benign neutrality to outright hostility. Certainly
snowmobilers trespassing on your property, disturbing
your privacy or riding recklessly may have left a bad
impression. Or maybe your memories date from those
rugged riding and unreliable sled days of yore. Or
perhaps you just hate winter.
Snowmobiling isn't for everyone. You have to be an
active outdoors type and winter lover. Equal parts
adventurer, explorer and pioneer. You need driving
skills and a reasonable level of fitness. You should be
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an outgoing people -person. Likely, you want quality
NI(,IIOI.SON time with your family and friends, but not to be cooped
up inside for the season. You may want to try
something new, different and exciting. Or maybe
you're simply fed up with those long line-ups at the ski
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Whatever your motivation, anyone can start
snowmobiling. My conversion began with frustration
that almost half the year was cold, dull and boring. I
got away for two weeks each February, but never
really escaped winter.
Then one snowy weekend - I can't remember how
- I found myself at a cottage. The pristine
whiteness sparkling under a glorious sun and
crystal blue sky took my breath away. Sorpething
clicked inside that said: "You should be out there
enjoying that." And that's when I started living
with Old Man Winter.
He can be tough. Cold: winter isn't enjoyable If
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My first snowmobile was a sixties clunker. I knew
nothing about trails or clubs or trespass. I simply went
where there was snow. Adventures memorable for
getting stuck, colliding with buried obstacles, near -
missing cars, getting lost and being nauseated by
fumes, chased by angry dogs and greeted by
pedestrians with raised fists. Also, for countless hours
trying to jerry-rig repairs to limp home. There had to
be a better way.
Today, there's no excuse for that kind of
snowmobiling. But that image still lives erroneously in
the public conscious as the perception of what
snowmobiling is all about. Wrong. Sleds are as
comfortable and reliable as cars. Snowmobile clubs
thrive in almost every snowbelt community. Groomed
trails criss-cross the province bringing tourists and
business opportunities. And the vast majority of
snowmobilers are responsible, sober family folks who
obey the laws and respect their neighbours.
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Trails exist because that's where snowmobiles
belong: safe corridors that protect private property
and reduce intrusion; defined routes that save plants
and wildlife from random damage; snow highways
that promote active enjoyment away from urban
centres. It's not perfect, but it is a far cry from what it
used to be.
Yes, all the ballyhoo is true. But so is the fact that not
everyone loves snowmobiling. And there are still
yahoos whose irresponsible riding perpetrates the
bad rap we're trying to live down. So why should non-
snowmobilers care?
Because organized snowmobiling represents our best
chance to work as allies to confront the challenges of
winter. From snowmobiling problems to new
economic opportunities. From community recreation
to family fun. Together, we can breathe new life into
winter. And that's what's so great about snowmobiling.
Until next time, happy trails and remember: Sled
Smart - Ride Safe, Ride Sober. For information on
local snowmobiling, Snowaramas and clubs, contact
the Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs (OFSC)
at 705/739-7669. To plan your Ontario tour, call
1 -800 -236 -SLED.
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