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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTimes Advocate, 1989-06-28, Page 32Page 32 Times -Advocate, June 28 1989 Beach Patrol - The beach at Grand Bend became a safer place once again on Saturday when the new Beach Patrol took over their summer rounds. Sitting, Dave Reedy. Back row (l -r) Byron Kivell, Dan Reedy, Fred Egan. Promoting boating .safety By tilichelle Ellison GRAND BEND - Many people die needlessly in boating accidents each year because they are not up on boating safety, but things seem to be improving according to the Grand Bend harbourmaster and the Goderich Coast Guard. The first step in prevention may be to recognize what safety equip- ment is required for your vessel. The basic equipment required for all vessels is one approved lifejack- et, personal flotation device (PFD) or lifesaving cushion for each per- son on board, two oars with row- locks or two paddles, a hand-held bailer or manual pump, fire extin- guisher, lights complying with Col- lison regualtions and some type of sound signalling device,(i.e. fog horn). As a vessel increases in size, the amount of safety equipment also increases, as required by law. Lifesaving buoys, extra fire extin- guishers, distress flares, an anchor, fire buckets, power fire pump and a VHF two-way radio are some addi- tional safety features needed as the vessel increases in length. Safety practices are also important when boating. Learning how to use such safety equipment as lifejackets, throwable flotation devices, fire ex- tinguishers and distress flares is a good place to start. Safety while boating is often made hazardous by the consumption of alcohol. Consuming alcohol while manoeuvring a boat is treated as a driving offence and is punisha- ble under the Liquor Licence Act. Almost half of all boating fatalities in Ontario'involve the use of alco- hol. Proper use of emergency radio channels is a must when boating. To monitor or transmit emergency messages on a marine radio VHF, channel 16 is used while on Citizen • Band Radios, CBs, channel 9 is monitored by the OPP for emergen- cies and the commonly used marine channel is channel 13. Grand Bend's harbour has it's VHF licence and uses channel 68 to VOW iw Steve Lingard aid distressed boatcrs on Lake Hu- ron by contacting the Marine Emer- gency or Sarnia Coast Guard. Al- though the harbour is mainly for pumping:gas, harbourmaster, Steve Lingard, says that the staff encour- ages boatcrs to follow safety rules and regulations. He feels boaters, in general, leaving the Grand Bend har- bour are properly equipped and pre- pared for most unfortunate mishaps. Jack Hopkins, from the Canadian Coast Guard out of Goderich agrees with .Lingard that people are more knowledgeable in Goderich as well. Lingard and his staff do their best to inform boaters of the laws of the. lakes. He added, "some regulations can be compared to those of a motor -ve- hicle and people don't realize they (the regulations) arc for their own good". Lingard feels the the law which is consistently broken is the con- sumption of alcohol only on ves- sels containing a washroom. "In the past, we've had to contact the police because we've seen people intoxicated", Lingard commented. Hopkins again agrees with Lingard commenting that "people are get- ting smarter". He says that they have had boaters actually requesting literature on boating safety or ask- ing a courtesy inspection for proper equipment. According to Hopkins, the major- ity of mishaps occur because boat- ers "don't learn how to run a boat properly" rather than a lack of. knowledge of boat safety. With respect to drinking and boat- . ing, Hopkins said there had been a couple of cases, but any such inci- dents arc passed on to the OPP Ma- rine Division as the Coast Guard doesn't have any policing authority. Hopkins also added -that there has. not been any major accidents yet this ycar. The July 1 weekend is traditional- ly a heavy boating weckcnd and knowledge of boating safcty will help you to not become a statistic when you head out on your boat. Vacation Bible School on beach GRAND BEND - This summer people from several churches in Grand Bend are presenting a Vaca - Family picnic • GRAND BEND - Community Support for Families in Huron County had its first annual family picnic for handicapped children, their families and support workers. They met behind the Clinton Le- gion Hall for an afternoon of games, with a hot dog barbecue and prizes. About 60 people came as parents and support workers conducted a variety of relay games and activi- ties for the children. There were hot dogs, popcorn, ice cream cones and lots of little prizes. Onc of the moms provided some music fun with puppets, and they all joined in a singsong. Everyone had a good time, espe- cially the kids, and they'll definite- ly be planning more picnics and fun for next ycar. tion Bible School on the beach. Taking advantage of the Lake's beauty and open spaces, all children ages 5-14 are being invited to join in the fun from 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. July 10-14. In year's past St. John's By -The - Lake, Anglican Church, The Grand Bend Church of God, and the Grand Bend United Church have worked together to staff and operate a co- operative VBS. •Notes this year's director from St. John's, The Rev. Duke Vipperman, "Success was killing us! Last ycar we had a record number of children which really stretched our facilities and staff to the limit. It was great to sec so many children so happy with and excited about what we had been offering but the question was: What will we do if more come this year?" Then when scripture union had to cancel their "Holiday Club" beach mission, (Assistant Director, The Rcv.) Stan Desjardine (Grand Bend Church of God) suggested that we use their format and our resources and people." And that's just what they're do- ing. Using scripture union book- lets and the talented puppetry of Keith Lapsley, plus songs, games, stories, and a few crafts, people from the three churches will be sharing the Joy of the Light of Je- sus, the Son of God. The "Fun in the Light of the Son!" Vacation Bible School will be located on the beach north of Government Road and the parking lot. There will be at least one large banner pointing the way. There is a grass covered sand dune there, too, and the trees make plenty of shade. A daily snack of a cool drink and a treat will also be provided. All this free of charge. All children ages 5- 14 are welcome, whether they live here year round or arc just vacation- ing in the arca. (By the way, if it rains, all may meet at the Grand Bend Church of God for the pro- gramme.) Leadership camp experience GRAND BEND - What is a lead- er? Someone with good communi- cation skills perhaps, or one who is an effective listener? How about a person who is creative, has good or- ganizational qualities and can depu- tize, visualize, supervise and sum- marize? All of taese traits make up a good leader. From June 16 - 23 Jacqui. Van- denberk, daughter of Martin and Lia Vandenlierk, had the honour of rep- resenting her school, North Lamb - ton Secondary School, at the Onta- rio Student Leadership Camp. It was a tremendous and exciting experience, never to be forgotten. There were 190 students chosen from high schools across Ontario. Only 95 male and 95 female stu- dents are accepted, from the hun- dreds of applications sent in, and Vandenbcrk was one of the lucky ones. The camp program was structured around music, and how the students can improve their school's music department by taking on an execu- tive position, or helping out on committees. The program provided a real challenge in an intensive set- ting where each one could strive for Mt. Carmel graduation MOUNT CARMEL •- There was a graduation mass for Our Lady of. Mount Carmel students on June 22. Father Gary Goyeau addressed the new graduates, stressing the bravery and ideals of the young people of China, who arc dying for the right to a democracy we take for granted. Young people here must not be af- raid to stand up for their ideals and their future. School principal Laurie Kraftchcck presented each student with a diploma. Following the •ceremony, a ban- quet was provided for parents, teach- ers and graduates in the school gym, catered by the Grade seven mothers. Mike Ryan, trustee of the Huron -Perth R.C.S.S. Board greet- ed the graduates. Brad Glavin was the class valedictorian. Awards were presented: for most improved student: Kelly Glavin, for congeniality: Ron Gandarez; David Koricina, athletic award to Becky Hartmann and Mark Glavin; educa- tional incentive award to Julie Fo- ran; the David Koricina, award for environmental studies to Fiona Walker; history award to Paddy Morrissey. French award to Jenny Glavin; Math award to Danny Martens; and Knights of Columbus award for highest standing to Danny Martens. Mary Lou Evans, PTA President, also presented each student with a graduation trophy, to those already listed, plus Jaimie Baker, Shannon Brennan, Brad Dietrich, Brad Gla-. vin, Lisa Glavin and Cheyenne Olmstead. Congratulations to the Mount Carmel Graduation Class of 1989, and to the teachers, Mrs. Gloria Mi- otto-Wilkes and principal Laurie Kraftcheck. their own personal best. Within this setting all 190 students were classified as the leaders, and the staff were interested by-standers. It was a heady experience, being re- ferred to as leaders already, even though they were still in the learn- ing/training process. They were divided up into sec- tions, each section containing 12 males and 12 females. In this at- mosphere each one could develop their own qualities and improve leadership skills. Vandenberk felt that the program was very benefi- cial, improving her self confidence and leaving her more willing to take on challenges and risks. If you don't, you are a nobody, and a no- body gets nowhere in today's socie- ty, without taking a risk of some sort. In closing, Jacqui Vandenberk would like to thank Mrs. Karin Op - per and Mr. Dave Williams for giv- ing her the opportunity to attend this leadership course. During the summer, Vandenberk will be work- ing at the tulip bulb harvest in Hol- land for the month of July and tour- ing Holland during the month of August. Godd luck! Sculptors in sand Sandcastle winners - Once again, "good conquers evil," as the creators of the Batmobile won the sandcastle contest held by Grand Bend Public School. Front row (I -r) Bryce Kadlecik, Shannon Went, Kristie McIntyre, Adam Weindels. Back row (l -r) Rebecca Pierce, Christie Sasmen, Jason Clay, Keith Crawford, Jake Morgan. News from GB churches By Roberta Walker GRAND BEND - The ladies of the Catholic Women's League of Immaculate Heart of Mary Church here in Grand Bcnd will be holding a bake sale after each Mass on the July 1-2 weekend. The sale tables will be set up in front of thechurch for Saturday 7:15 p.m. Mass and Sunday at 9 and 11 a.m. Fresh vegetables and crafts will also be available. Each CWL mem- ber is reminded to bring fresh bak- ing to one of the Masses, and to have any crafts marked and brought for the Saturday sale tables. The Grand Bend Couples Club will be conducting a lawn sale on Saturday, July 1 in front of the United Church. They would appre- ciate any donations and Larry Lovie will be available to pick up dona- tions. Call 238-8395. A Daily Visitation Bible School will once again be held each after- noon on the Grand Bend Beach. Three Grand Bend Churches are re- sponsible for the operation of this Bible School, the Church of God, Anglican Church and Grand Bend United. Volunteers are needed from the United Church, nine people willing to help for one week this summer. If you can spare some time, please let us know as soon as possible. The Gospel Hall is presenting one week of meetings "God's Way of Salvation" which began June 25 and runs until Friday. The meet- ings start at 8 p.m., with guest speakers William Metcalf and Jack Nesbitt. The meeting tent is locat- ed on Highway #81, one mile east of the main intersection. Catholic news GRAND BEND - The guest cele- brant at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church this weekend was Father Vincent Van Zuphthen, a teacher from St. Peter's Seminary in Lon- don. Pastor, Rev. Father Paul Beck is on vacation in Holland. The reader for the 11 a.m. mass was Mary Fran Gaiser, joined by John Keldcrs, to both serve as Eu- charistic Ministers. The cantor was Dolores Tighe, choir director, who led the choir in "Gift of Finest Wheat" during Communion. In Father Van Zuphthen's ser- mon, he emphasized that Christ never told the Apostles that he was the Messiah, He asked them who they thought He was. Peter was in- spired by the Holy Spirit to answer "The Christ of God'. Jesus is the Messiah, the Saviour of Mankind, not any politician, athlete or mo- vie star we may admire. We must acknowledge Him as the Messiah, our Saviour, surrendering our lifc to serve God. CWL members, don't forget to bring your baking to the bake sale at all Masses next week, United Church GRAND BEND - Rev. Ted Smits preached his farewell sermon on Sunday at the Grand Bend United Church. He chose as his text St. John 21:6 "Cast the net on the right side of the boat". Rev. Smits explained that from a very early agc he felt the desire to be a minister. Even at public school many referred to him as "The Reverend". Finally a Dutch Mennonite industrialist enabled him to take studies at the University in order to become a ministcr. Aftcr leaving Grand Bcnd, Rcv. Smits will work as a member of a Mennonite Committee in Kitchener to reintegrate former prisoners into the community. We must never lose the talent to be willing to start again, in a new field. At the close of the service, Brian Pearen chaired a brief appreciation service. Thank yous from various groups included: Dianne Rice rcn- resenting the Session; U.C.W. President Elizabeth Norris; and Bob McKay from the Couples Club. Karen McKay of the Young Peo- ple's presented him with notepaper and a pen/pencil set. A corsage was pinned on Mrs. Ted Smits and they received the gift of an electronic typewriter from the Congregation. A thank you recep- tion lunch was held in the Sunday School rooms with over 100 attend- ing. Next Sunday, the congregation will welcome the new Minister Rev. Colin Stover from Dinsmore, Saskatchewan. Hc has a wife, An- nette, and two small children, Joel, three years and Dara, one year old. The first outdoor service begins at the Grand Bend United Church next week, at 11 a.m. Special music will be provided by a guest trio from Forest Secondary School, "A Touch of Class', with Carolyn, An- gola and Sarah. The following Sunday soloist Bob Davidson will be performing on July 9. 12% •NO FEES •NO CHARGES • •FUND6 TRANSFERABLE VIA CHARTERED BANK INVESTMENTS 524-2773 ood.,un 1.900-265-5503 VILLAGE OF GRAND BEND Children's Busy Bee Program Commences July 4, 1989 Further information at the Municipal Office 4 Ontario Street - (238-8461)