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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Goderich Signal-Star, 1978-11-30, Page 151 Trait association conducts BY LORNA VINCENT An enthusiastic group of 28 Maitland Trail Association M.T.A. members gathered recently at Robertson Memorial Public School for their thi 1. annual meeting. Chairman of the evening, Heinz Hoernig reported that the trail is gradually being pushed through toward Wingham and the M.T.A. has made considerable progress this past year. The dump at Clancy's Bunk house on the Maitland River has been completely cleared, and fill has been dumped in to smooth it over. Posts have been set into the road so that vehicles cannot reach this dead end. Last year several ski parties and a toboggan party which were planned by the executive, were quite successful.. However, the same people have been carrying the work load year after year and they have experienced great difficulty in getting enough help, especially help from people who could come out and work o'n the trails. This is a marvellous fitness exercise for any able- bodied person, man, woman or child. In an effort to find a way ofsharing the burden of work, it was agreed that the Association appoint 12 dedicated hikers to form a Board of Directors with one, person and some volunteer assistance to be responsible for an ac- tivity each month. These events would include work parties as well as hikes, ski parties, etc. Without such activities, the Associatiop would fall apart. Kits will be made for each person on the board with everything one needs to know to set up a meeting. The group feels also that it would stimulate outside interest to have more publicity through the news media. When the meeting was thrown open for discussion, Rod Lafon- taine offered to organize a ski outing in February. Lynda Postill will arrange a canoe trip during the spring run. Lorna Vincent offered to look after newspaper publicity and Tim Elliott offered to help with this. It was suggested that the group might meet during the summer months for a beach and swimming party. Jim Bishop moved that the directors for 1978-79 make a concerted effort toward working out a constitution for the M.T.A. This was carried by a majority vote. Bishop chaired the meeting for the election of new directors and the following members agreed to let their names stand for election to the board of M.T.A.: Heinz Hoernig, Eileen Beauchemin, Margaret Bushell, Don Grant, Maurice Wilkinson, Norma Hazlitt, Jean Knight, Grace Sale, Bill Wisser, Lynda Postill, Shirley MacEwan and Rod Lafontaine. Since there were no further nominations, the above 12 were declared directors of the M.T.A. for 1978-79. Twp, recreation boa.rd.meets; The November meeting of Goderich Twsp. Recreation council was held at the township office with the following members present: Grant Stirling, Doug Yeo, Hazel McCreat, Joe Fritzley, Alice Porter, Bev. Orr, Marilyn Forbes. Also present was township treasurer Ben Whitely. A long but interesting meeting evolved which included several reports and enthusiastic discussions. Approximately 145 crests- are still on hand and still available as Christmas stocking stuffers from secretary, Hazel McCreath. Tickets for the town- ship dance were reported to move slowly at first but a brisk' sell-out business was expected just prior to the dance night. On behalf of the township council, reeve - elect Grant Stirling ex- tended an invitation to the rec. .committee plus their spouses or friend to the councilmens annual dinner party at the White Carnation being held prior to the dance on Nov. 25. The search for the missing soft -ball sweaters has ' ended satisfactorily with all but one returned for storage. The secretary was in- structed to send a bill of $15 to the remaining user of the lost sweater. After some discussion it was moved by M. Forbes, seconded by B. Orr that D. Yeo be given authority to order let- terhead stationery, to feature the Goderich township crest, one colour on white with printing of his choice at a cost of •$26.50 per 1000 sheets. Doug was also asked to check prices on envelopes. A letter was re-t'ead from Gbderich Figure Skating. Club who were asking assistance. Ben Whitely, township treasurer then presented an explanation of the grant system-. After Otte discussion, the secretary was in, strutted to Write both the Garderieh and Clinton clubs asking them to contact Mr. Whitely immediately to obtain info regarding availability of grants for figure skating. Also a statement was needed for the recreation committee listing their expenses plus the number of Goderich township children who are members of the clubs. This motion was made by Doug Yeo, seconded by Bev Orr. Registrations were received from the Happy Hearts Round Dance Club. Registration fees of $10 were allowed to Doug Yeo and Bev Orr who at- tended the Lake Huron Zone of the Ont. Municipal Rec. Association Conference which was held Oct. 28, 1978. A letter from the township council re signs for the lake side park stated that council had contacted the ministry of Transport and Com- munications and learned that our park, did not qualify for resort sign assembly but did give two possible solutions. The letter continued in stating that the council would see that the signs would be erected. Because there has been some interest shown in volleyball and hockey since the registration deadline, a winter program may be laun- ched in the new, year if there is sufficient registration. Anyone interested should phone the rec secretary, H. McCreath, immediately. Further discussion about this matter will take place at the Dec. 13th meeting to assess the probability of a winter sports program. - A motion was approved by Doug Yeo, seconded by Marilyn Forbes that copies of the recreation board minutes be sent to the three council members not on the rec. committee so all will be informed of the various activities. The meeting adjourned until Dec. 13 at 8 p.m, when anyone is welcome to attend. .y Bishop tendered his --resignation as vice- president and newsletter editor due to other commitments but he will continue on as an active member. At the conclusion of business, the gathering adjourned for refresh- ments and an animated exchange of summer experiences. Afterwards, the evening was beautifully climaxed with an exquisite firm of the work and wilderness wan- derings of the well-known Canadian wildlife artist, Glen Loates. Loates tramps through bush and swamp, uphill and downdale, sometimes waiting for hours to get a single GODF..RICHSIGNAIATAR, THURSDAY, tiO third annual mei camera shot of a bird or animal. Later, he cap- tures it forever in a painting perfect in every detail of pattern and life- like colour. His fearlessness was most impressive when he tracked down a grizzly bear in B.C. to shoot only with his camera. He also encountered many of the less dangerous black bears as well as all sorts of wild animals in his zeal to catch them on celluloid in their native habitat. Such a life must require the stamina -of a trained athlete as well as the patience of Job. Glen Loates does shoot with a gun some specimens which his dog retrieves. These are used for a study of every anatomical detail to give his work its perfection. At the close of the evening, the members parted with a feeling of optimism for the up- coming programs. Anyone who may be interested in joining or helping the Maitland mg Trail Association in any of ' their projects, may contact Heinz Hoernig, Rill Wisser or Jean Knight The Association needs people constantly to help preserve wildlife areas. As an example, when some members recently hiked through the vir AMU Robertson Tract along the Maitland River, they collected a garbage bag full of refuse left by fishermen and others along the trail_ This is what the hiker's code is all about. Dedicated nature lovers try to enhance the lan- dscape not deface it. AV a hap ening °mita sunday december 10 onep.m.to six p.m. use your .... master charge • a beginning You are invited to a beginning ..._ a happening .._. something totally new for you and for us .._. Bill Clawson -,Gallery of Sarnia has, assembled a presentation of works of selected professional ar- tists and craftsmen who truly have a creative edge — whose work has consistently appreciated both -in artistic and investment value. 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