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HomeMy WebLinkAboutClinton News-Record, 1983-02-09, Page 14by sieve cooke :'he importation of the Asian Raccoon Dog started a lot of controversy, but that has all come to a definite end as far as the government is concerned. Federal Envnrorunent Minister, John Roberts, has released the final payment to Supi Farms Ltd. after being assured that the farm's entire commercial stock of raccoon dogs had been killed and pelted under an agreement signed last September. "The final payment of $37,000 brings to an end, a story that began in September 1980 when 140 of the animals were imported as breeding stock for this On- tario fur farm operation. Through the co-operation of the owners and the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture and Food, we have removed a potentially serious threat to wildlife while compensating the farm owners for their financial loss," Mr. Roberts said. The animals had been imported to Ontario from Finland as breeding stock for a new fur farm. The Canadian Wildlife Service, the provinces and non- government organizations were concerned, however, that a possible escape of the prolific animal would lead to serious wildlife and agncuhural problems, based on similar European experience. As a result, further imports were prohibited on Oc- tober 26, 1981. Provincial goverrunents and the U.S. im- posed similar bans. Supi Farms agreed to destroy its existing stock of raccoon dogs in return for compensation for loss of in- come and costs of converting the farm to raise blue and silver foxes, both native Canadian species. Total pay- ment to Supi Farms Ltd. is $115,000. The raccoon dog is native to Eastern Asia. It is a short -legged canine, similar in appearance to a badger. A burrowing animal, it hibernates in cold climates and is quite prolific. Raccoon dogs are predators on small mammals and birds, but will also eat berries and fruit. If it escapes from captivity, the animal will not only compete with native wildlife, like fox and raccoon, but could well cause the extinction of some species and become a serious agricultural pest. While the possibility of an exotic species taking over is always possible, I personally wonder if this threat is as real as it might seem. In order for animals, which have been raised in captivity like this, to re-establish a wild population would take a considerable length of time and require the escape of a large number of animals. It is also highly unlikely that it would cause the extinction of foxes or raccoons either. But why take chances? The rabbit was a disaster in Australia and the English Sparrow is a pest here, so I guess the old adage "better safe than sorry" is the rule that should apply. Anyway, I guess we're safe from the raccoon dog now at any rate - or are we? Have there been any escapes to date (?) ; what about the raccoon dog farms rumored to exist in the northern US (?) ; and what about the animals found at the present in zoos in Canada? Only time will tell, but you can be sure everyone will be pointing a finger at someone else if they start to show up. Race from page 12 two years with a 2.09.1 mile in the tenth. Currently at August De (;roof's farm at R.R.3, Clinton, the five-year-old mare by Iron Rail - Carols Camp by Camp Hanover has been trained on the Clinton track Although Windspun didn't have much luck last year, in 1981 she took a 2.11 record and had a i 6-4-1 I standing from 17 starts, good for $2,833 - An unfortunate spill in the second race caused only three of the seven starters to finish. While going into the first turn FIB Mathers, a four- year-old Dallas Almahurst 000000 mare driven by Ray Mathers for Charles E. Mathers of RR 3, Clinton and the Broken M Stables of Goderich, fell and three others piled into hun. Wayne Dupee driving Shadows End Run for Bruce Dupee of Clinton had to pull sharply around the nushap causing his horse to break but he continued on finishing third. Shadows End Run also raced on January 31 finishing fifth Huss Batten drove Dinos Lady to a fifth place finish tor Ron Kerr of Goderich on February 5 at London. Bowling results from page 12 Tuesday Ladies Standings this week are: Winnie's Parrots, 110; Mert's Magpies, 103"e; Jean's Woodpeckers, 101; Pat's Pigeons, 100; Stirling's Starlings, 99'2; Carol's Cuckoos, 96; Francyna's Flamingoes and Gerry's 'I'weety Birds, 95 each. ,va Heid was the high bowler. Taking the single of 273, the triple of 618 and the average of 199. Gerry Mountford also tied for the high average. Clinton -Blyth Ladies The Misfits are on top with 32. The Nickel Grabbers and June Bugs have 23 each and + + + St. John Ambulance has provided first aid training to industry in Canada for all of its one hundred years here. The Grand Trunk Railway carried St. John first aid kits on its trains, and taught employees how to use them. St. John safety oriented first aid has a proven record of reducing the number grid severity of on the job ac- cidents. +++ Reducmg excess body fat BY DOUG LAFR.ENIEER.E Lake Huron Zone Recreation Association's Fitness Service Co-ordinator At present, dieting alone is the most commonly -used method off reducing ex- cess body fat. Physical activity is rarely, if ever, incorporated into fat loss programs. This emphasis on e' .eting is wrong! Most people adopt the rigors and disap- pointments of dieting for one reason - to improve the shape of their body. Body shape in this instance is simply the propor- tion of body fat to body muscles; the greater the amount of muscle combined with a reduction in the amount of fat, the better the shape. While it is true that dieting alone can reduce the amount of excess body fat, the shape of the body will remain basically the same. The reason for this relates to the equation above. If a person is dieting without exercise, the proportion of fat to muscle does not change significantly. When muscles are inactive they become smaller. Even though the inactive dieter has reduced a small portion of their excess body fat, their muscles have grown smaller as well. The best way to reduce body fat and in- crease body shape is through a combina- tion of nutritious dieting and physical ac- tivity. Not only does increased physical ac- tivity affect muscle tone, but also the number of calories one expends. Fat loss is achieved only when the number of calories taken in as food are less than the number expended through metabolism and physical activities. Besides being a great way to expend more calories physical activity, especially aerobic activities like walking, jogging, or skiing cross-country, can enhance one's well-being, give more energy and pep, and help a person control other unhealthy practices like smoking. Regular physical activity combined with nutritious eating could be the long sought- after answer to weight control. Remember the saying: `It's easy to take off excess body fat, but much harder to keep it off'! Physical activity coupled with nutritious dieting will take off excess body fat; in- telligent eating habits in combination with regular physical activity will keep it off. If you have any questions regarding fitness or nutrition please write UNDERSTANDING FITNESS, c -o Doug Lafreniere, P.O. Box 583, Kincardine, On- tario, NOG 2G0. PIKECUT PRICES IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON SATURDAY, FEB. 12 FILL YOUR FREEZ'ZR NOW WITH THESE SPECIALS! QUICK CUT OUR OWN—PURE PORK FARMER'S FAUSAGE REGULAR 2.39 LB. 1.99 LB. A-1 OR A-2 FULLY PROCESSED SIDES OF BEEF REGULAR CUT DELUXE CUT 1.49 LB. 1.53 L WHOLE PORK LOINS REGULAR 99 215 LB ® LB We Offer Killing. Gutting, Wrap- ping. Freezing, Sausage Making. Coring. Patty Making K ill Day Every Tuesday 1.57LB. DIPS OF BEEF A-1 A-2 1 7� REG. o LB. 1.89 FRESH CHICKENS GRADE A HEAVY YOUNG ROASTING REGULAR 1 ©� 5 1 39 LB. 6 LB AVERAGE E.lac"hert Meats the farm- 1 1 mile east Of Walton Phone '887-9328 the fenny loafers are last with 22. Those bowling over 200 were: Penny Overboe, 201; Kittie MacGregor, 232, 209; l.ia Hoggarth, 214, 217 and high average of 194; Irene Thalen, 214, high single of 322, and high triple of 707; Nellie Burkholder, 230, 233; Joanne Wainmes, 218. (MINTON NEWS -RECORD, WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 1983- PAGE 13 HASH o ALL WOOL SLACKS SIZES 32 to 42 68a9i',.. '35.°'° to 40.e° SPECIAL GROUP FO SVTH LONG LEVE BS „ij Be the first to The Clinton Kinsmen turned over more than $5,000 last week to four community projects and organizations. From left are, Sue McIntosh and Ron McKay receiving $2,000 for minor hockey, Kinsmen president Tony Stauttener; Gary Renaud, St. John Ambulance, $1,000 for the new mobile unit; Kinsman treasurer Wes Chambers; George Ye.:.ts receiving $750 for the Legion games room and Frank MacDonald, receiving $2,110 for the new arena sound system. (Shelley McPhee photo) see the 1983 models MOTORCYCLE SEASON Hilly Gully, the coun- try dealer that outper- forms big city com- petitors where if really counts...selection, while -you -wait service and price. Take the drive this weekend and discover how committed Really Gully and their staff of professionals are to the motorcycling lifestyle. The Helly gully crew eats, breathes and thinks motorcycling and will do everything possible to make you on extremely satisified customer. 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