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WINGFIELD'S LIFE REVISITED IN CARROLL-BAMFORD COLLABORATION
BY MELODY FALCONER -POUNDER
The members of the Bayfield Historical Society learned a bit about the story of Lieutenant
David Wingfield, RN at their most recent meeting on Sept. 28.
Authors, Paul Carroll and Don Bamford are shown looking over their first collaborative effort,
"Freshwater Heritage - a History of Sailing on the Great Lakes". (Submitted photo)
MUNICIPALITY NEWS
The future uses of public buildings such as
the Bayfield Arena, Stanley Complex and the
Bayfield Archives Building and Library are
outlined in the three-part Facilities Review
Report now posted on the Municipality of
Bluewater's homepage.
In the introduction to Part Two it states the
reason behind the report.
"Staff was charged with the responsibility of
reviewing, in an objective manner, all
facilities owned and operated by the
Municipality in order to address such issues
as code compliance, accessibility
requirements, capital requirements and
issues as they may relate to long term
feasibility.
"The accompanying reports have been
prepared to orientate and educate our
elected officials on the facility stock and
assets of the municipality. It is intended to
present in one format the major
considerations that should be weighed in
order that Council may then be prepared and
informed to look at considerations with
respect to future operations.
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His story is told in the latest work from collaborating authors, Paul Carroll and Don Bamford
entitled, "Four Years on the Great Lakes, 1813-1816: The Journal of Lieutenant David
Wingfield, Royal Navy."
Carroll, of Goderich, was guest speaker at the BHS meeting held at the Bayfield Lions'
Community Building.
The information for the book has been gleaned from Wingfield's 68 -page, handwritten
journal, which is transcribed fully in the book. Wingfield wrote his memoirs of his time in the
"Lake Service" while living in England as a half -pay, retired naval -officer. These memoirs
were donated to the Public Archives Canada through the Canadian Trade Commissioner in
Bristol in 1932 by his daughter, Christiana.
The authors first read the memoirs in 1972. They were of significant value in writing a
predecessor -book in which the authors also collaborated, "Freshwater Heritage".
Wingfield's story begins with his birth in 1792, in Windsor, Berkshire. It then addresses his
initial service from 1806 in the Royal Navy in the Great Belt of Denmark and elsewhere,
follows through his Great Lakes adventures, his time as an American POW, his brief role
as a lake surveyor, his retirement in Gloucestershire, his family life and the perils of his
financial struggles. The book explores and speculates about a number of mysteries in his
later life. The authors have traced his location and activity as much as has been possible,
up to his death in 1864.
Carroll said, "As time rolls on, we dose so much of our marine history because it does not get
written down... As they died off,' so also did the history. 1 am trying to do my small part. "
When asked why local nautical history is his writing subject of choice, Carroll said, "As time
rolls on, we lose so much of our marine history because it does not get written down. I
have known many 'old salts' as I grew up on the waterfront in Goderich, I talked to them,
heard the great tales, but did not take the time to explore the details further. As they died
off, so also did the history. I am trying to do my small part."
The book is now available from Natural Heritage Books, of the Dundurn Group, Toronto.
CARROLL TO SHARE STORY OF AN ELUSIVE SHIPWRECK
WITH READERS IN SPRING 2010
Could it be that the souls on an old shipwreck have been calling out to author Paul Carroll
to share their stories with the world since he was but a ten -year-old boy?
According to his biography, Carroll's first part-time job was working on the fishing tug Larry
John. His first contact with a shipwreck occurred while setting nets somewhere southwest
of Goderich in the 1950s. The electro -mechanical depth sounder on the tug provided an
almost perfect silhouette in the roll of graph paper streaming out of it.
"I still remember it clearly," said Paul. "But, for commercial fishermen, these images were
places to avoid — and what difference would it make then, to a ten -year-old."
However, the image, albeit not the location, remained burned in his mind. Today he
wonders if it is possible that that early passage over a shipwreck was his initial encounter
with the Wexford.
Carroll describes the Steamer Wexford, as a charming ship with her flared bow, tall masts,
centre pilot house and her open canvas -sided hurricane deck. Prior to her work carrying
cargo across the Great Lakes she saw adventure and romance in the South American
trade under both the British and the French.
"The Wexford: Elusive Shipwreck of the 1913 Great Storm " traces her historyfrom her
British origins in 1883, through to her transition to a Laker...
On the lakes, her crew was comprised of mostly boys from Collingwood and Goderich. Her
final voyage, under the direction of 24 year-old Captain Bruce Cameron, happened as the
Great Storm of 1913 raged across Lake Huron. With Orrin Gordon, 16, at the wheel, she
fought for hours trying to make port at Goderich, but eventually succumbed to the storm.
"The intent is only to present the needs,
options, and considerations and not to
debate the merits of any particular plan or
idea as they may relate to political
atmospheres."
Citizens of Bayfield and area may find the
recommendations of interest. To read the
report visit www.town.bluewater.on.ca
BANNOCKBURN FALL HIKE
Looking for some autumnal colors? Then
you need travel no further than the
Bannockburn Conservation Area.
For more than 35 years nature lovers have
been attending the annual Bannockburn Fall
Hike. This year the 36th annual hike is
scheduled for Oct. 4 between 1-3 p.m.
The 36th Annual Bannockburn Fall Hike is scheduled for
Oct. 4.
The Ausable Bayfield Conservation Authority
(ABCA) invites people to visit the former
Bannockburn Wildlife Area, which is located
at 76249 Bannockburn Line, two KMs north
of Huron County Road 3, between Varna and
Brucefield.
ABCA staff will be on hand to answer any
nature questions. A self -guided tour booklet
is also available for those who like to explore
on their own. In addition, a professionally -
narrated audio file can be downloaded free -
of -charge from the ABCA website at
abca.on.ca. or free compact discs can be
obtained.
Those who take part in the Bannockburn Fall
Hike can help reduce waste by bringing their
own mugs to enjoy a complimentary drink of
hot or cold apple cider. Locally grown apples
will also be provided.
Admission is free but donations are welcome
to support conservation education efforts.
For further details contact the ABCA at 519-
235-2610 or 1-888-286-2610.
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In the 87 years that followed she was said to be found several times, always in a different
location, but she was finally discovered by sailor Don Chalmers when he caught her image
on a simple fish finder as the pros searched the bottom further northward.
Carroll's book "The Wexford: Elusive Shipwreck of the 1913 Great Storm" traces her history
from her British origins in 1883, through to her transition to a Laker. He looks at her crew,
the storm, the search and her ultimate discovery in southern Lake Huron as well as the
controversy over how she should be protected.
This new offering by Carroll is set to be released by Dundurn Group, Toronto in the spring
of 2010.
This will be Carroll's third book. He has acted as collaborator and co -author -editor with
fellow sailor and marine historian, Don Bamford, for two marine books: "Freshwater
Heritage — a History of Sailing on the Great Lakes" and "Four Years on the Great Lakes:
The Journal of Lieutenant David Wingfield RN."
Carroll is also a very talented watercolorist and his written words are sometimes enhanced
by his art.
With regards to the creative process, Carroll said, "I enjoy all of it. The research chore is
endless — there is always something more to find out, some additional mystery to unravel.
"The painting of marine subjects is great fun. It is often done from old BW photos. I can adc
the color that brings a scene to life. I also find that many people enjoy recounting their local
history in a visual form. With a book, such as the one I am completing on the Wexford, I
can sometimes incorporate some of my watercolor endeavors."
Jacket design for "Four Years on the Great Lakes" Front cover of the Wexford- The Last Sighting - oil
by Captain C. 'Bud' Robinson
RAFFLE TO RAISE FUNDS FOR BAYFIELD RIVER VALLEY TRAILS
A local art gallery and a renowned artist are offering their resources to support one of our
areas greatest natural resources: the Bayfield River Valley Trail Systems.
During the month of October, "Wild by Nature" an exhibition by artist, Robert Bateman, will
be held at the Marten Arts Gallery on Main Street in the village.
From Oct. 2 until Nov. 13, raffle tickets will be sold at Marten Arts, and other participating
stores, giving people the opportunity to win a valuable, signed publisher's proof Bateman
print entitled, "First Arrival — Killdeer." There are only 20 of these prints in existence. The
proceeds from the raffle will go to the Bayfield River Valley Trail Association (BRVTA) for
trail development. Tickets are $10 each or three for $25.
CELEBRATION OF FIRST
NATIONS
Bayfield is one of the communities involved in
Huron County's second annual Celebration of
First Nations to be held over the weekend of
Oct. 3 and 4. Blyth and Goderich will also be
hosting events.
Clan Gregor Square will be the place to see First
Nation's Traditional Nation Dancers, Drummers
and a Storyteller. The celebration will be held
from noon to 3 p.m. on Oct. 4. In case of rain
this free event will move into the Bayfield Town
Hall.
FILM SOCIETY
The Great Debaters is the second of four films
brought to the village for the fall series by The
Bayfield Film Society. It will be shown at the
Bayfield Town Hall on Oct. 15 at 7 p.m.
The other theatrical offerings for the season are
Paschendale, Nov. 12; and Stone of Destiny,
Dec. 10.
Individual show tickets may be purchased at the
door for $10 each.
For ticket inquiries please contact Lynne Gillians
at 519 565-5884 or email
Iynnegillians@hotmail.com
Please note that the films on the schedule have
been changed or dates adjusted from the
original announcement.
HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY
The Bayfield Horticultural Society will host their
annual Fall Pot Luck on Oct. 19.
The event for society members and invited
guests will be held at St. Andrew's United
Church starting at 6:30 p.m. Those who attend
should bring a dish to share plus their own
cutlery and plates.
Following the meal, Shannon Ryan from The
Garden Gate Gifts and Florals of Grand Bend
will by the guest speaker. Her topic will be
Trends in Floral Design.
BAYFIELD GUIDING
The Centenary Celebration Calendar 1910-
2010, created by members of Bayfield and
Clinton Guiding, is a hot ticket item.
Requests, for the calendar featuring local girls
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One lucky individual will win this valuable print by Robert Bateman. It is a signed publisher's proof
entitled, "First Arrival - Killdeer."
The draw will be made at the "Lighting of the Lights" ceremony in Clan Gregor Square on
the Friday night of the Christmas in Bayfield weekend.
Members of the BRVTA will automatically be entered in the draw if they renew their Trail
Association Membership and fill out the required forms before Oct. 31.
Born in Toronto, Bateman has always been a keen artist and naturalist. In the early 1960s
he began to develop the style that would make him one of the foremost artists depicting
nature. Since that time he has become a spokesman for many environmental and
preservation issues and has used his artwork and limited edition prints in fundraising
efforts.
Bateman said in his biography, "I can't conceive of anything being more varied and rich and
handsome than the planet earth. And its crowning beauty is the natural world. I want to
soak it up, to understand it as well as I can, and to absorb it. And I'd like to put it together
and express it in my paintings. This is the way I want to dedicate my work."
In conjunction with the Bateman show, Marten Arts will also feature the Heirloom Decoys of
Robert Kelly.
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"The support of local businesses like Marten Arts ensures that our local trail system will
grow and make Bayfield a better place to live and visit now and in the future," said Dave
Gillians, of the BRVTA.
An opportunity to explore one of the trails created by the BRVTA will take place on Oct. 4
when a Fall Colours Hike will be held on the Woodland Trail.
and Guiders in historic uniforms worn over the
century, are coming in from as far away as
Florida.
The calendars are selling for $10 each. The
membership of Clinton and Bayfield units are not
the only girls selling the calendar but they will
receive a portion of the funds from every
calendar sold, in recognition of their efforts
behind this project. Calendars will be sold by
units across Mid -western Ontario.
The photos for the calendar were shot on
location at historical and heritage sites in both
Clinton and Bayfield including: Mara St.
Walkway, Pioneer Park and Beach, Bayfield
Town Hall, Clan Gregor Square, Kildonan House
Bed and Breakfast, Clinton Town Hall and the
School Car on Wheels. Historical facts about
Guiding's 100 years are placed amongst the
images.
Calendars are now available for sale from
members of Bayfield and Clinton Guiding as well
as the Bayfield Village Inn, Interior Trends and
Drs. Haney and Van Maanen's Dental Office in
Clinton.
The sale of this calendar is just one of the many
exciting events planned in honor of the 100th
anniversary of Girl Guides of Canada.
Centenary Celebration Calendar
1010-2010
Members of Bayfield and Clinton Guiding are selling
copies of this calendar that they created to celebrate Girl
Guides of Canada's 100th anniversary. (click mage to view
larger version)
ANGLICAN CHURCH
The Wardens of Trinity Anglican Church will be
hosting a Social on Oct. 4 at 6 p.m. in the parish
hall. This gathering is open to all church
members, family and friends. Pulled Pork on a
Bun will be on the menu.
The men in the congregation will enjoy their first
Men's Breakfast following a summer hiatus on
Oct. 3 at 8:30 a.m. in the parish hall.
The first Sundays at Eleven Program for the fall
season is scheduled for Oct. 18. The guest
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Participants are asked to meet at Clan Gregor Square at 1:30 p.m. for the approximately
two hour trek. Following the walk, a social time will be held at the Albion Hotel.
This will be the first hike of the season, others will be held on Sunday afternoons until
April.
GOLF TOURNAMENT HELPS LIONS' REALIZE FINANCIAL COMMITTMENTS
The 23rd annual Albion Golf Tournament generated over $3,700 for the Bayfield Lions'
Club. The tournament was held at the Bluewater Golf Course on Sept. 11.
Kim Muszynski, owner of the Albion Hotel, presented Larry Simpson of the Bayfield Lions' Club with a
cheque for over $3,700 at the club's recent monthly dinner meeting. The money was raised at the 23rd
Albion Golf Tournament held at the Bluewater Golf Course on Sept. 11. (Submitted photo)
The tournament winners were Nora West and her son, Gray.
speaker will be Janet Snider. Her topic will be
Enlivening Canadian History.
PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
Knox Presbyterian Church is launching their Fall
Bible Study on Oct. 1. The study is entitled,
Exodus: Gateway to the Bible. Participants will
take a journey from Egypt into the wilderness
with Moses while reflecting on their own
personal faith journey and the wilderness times
of the Church. The series will run on Thursdays
for five weeks and will be held from 9:30-11:30
a.m. All are welcome to attend.
Forty-eight pairs of eye glasses were recently
delivered to Raylon Share Care Inc. due to the
collection efforts made at Knox, Bayfield through
their Eye Glass Program. These glasses will be
distributed throughout the countries of Haiti,
Honduras and Guatemala.
Another collection has already begun. Old eye
glasses can be dropped off at Knox on Thursday
mornings during October. These donations will
make a tremendous difference in the quality of
life for people in need.
FITNESS AND FUN
Fitness and Fun for both the mind and body is
the focus of activities being offered in the village
for the more mature among us.
This is the second consecutive year that the owner of the Albion Hotel, Kim Muszynski has Several of these programs are made possible by
invited the Bayfield Lions' Club to benefit from his charity driven golf tournament. The club Town and Country Support Services (TCSS),
is very grateful to have received nearly $14,000 from these two tournaments. while others are simply organized by community
minded individuals and groups.
The club members would like to thank the numerous volunteers who helped make both
events a success.
The funds will be used for local community projects as well as to help the Bayfield Club
realize their financial commitment to the new CT Scanner for Huron County.
Over the course of two decades, Muszynski's Albion golf tournaments have raised over
$100,000 for a variety of area organizations.
MEMBERS SHARE A LOVE OF WRITING
A love of writing is what the members of the village Writers' Circle have in common. The
group recently celebrated their first anniversary.
"I really want to celebrate the people who have made this Writers' Circle possible. The first
year can often make or break groups like these and their dedication has really helped us to
gel. Long may we continue," said Judy Keightley.
Keightley had started a Writers' Circle when she resided in Petrolia and after moving to
Bayfield two years ago; she decided that there was a need for one here.
"All writers seek out other writers as we need that support network," she said.
The group meets every other Wednesday from 6-8 p.m. in the Bayfield Archives Room.
They do some creative writing exercises and anyone who would like some constructive
The TCSS are encouraging many avenues of
fitness for people to explore this fall including:
Dance Fit and Toning; Sit and Get Fit — Gentle
Seated Exercises; Indoor Walking; Badminton.
Women's Dance Fit and Toning is now back at
the Bayfield Community Centre and is held on
Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 9-10
a.m. There is a pay as you go option - $3 per
visit.
Sit and Get Fit — Gentle Seated Exercises will
begin on Oct. 14. The classes will be held on
Mondays and Wednesdays starting at 10 a.m. It
is a gentle, mostly seated half hour class. The
cost is $1 per class.
Indoor Walking will also begin on Oct. 14 and will
take place on Mondays and Wednesdays. There
is no charge to participate in this exercise which
will be held from 10:15 a.m. to noon.
The above classes will be held in the Bayfield
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criticism is welcome to share their writing with the group or send it home with another Community Centre.
member for critiquing.
Huron Centennial School in Brucefield will be the
"We are also writing a collective novel, we brainstorm and then one person works on a
location for Badminton. There will be no charge
chapter; we are working on Chapter Six at the moment," Keightley said.
to participate in this sport offered on Tuesdays
There are currently eight members in the circle who range in age from early 20s to late
from 7-9 p.m. starting on Oct. 13. Please call
60s. They pen both poetry and prose. Half of the group had never written anything when
519 565-2202 for more information.
they started.
Advanced Nordic Pole Walkers will meet for a
"Two of these new kids on the writers' block have now had pieces published," she said. "I
brisk hour walk on Tuesdays at 8 a.m. and
definitely see the potential for future famous authors in our little group."
Fridays at 10:30 a.m. Participants are asked to
meet at 6 Main Street.
Recently the group welcomed a guest speaker from Keightley's former writing group in
Petrolia. This guest has had some success in becoming published and she shared her
knowledge on the marketing and publishing side of writing.
BRIDGE CLUB
There is no cost involved in joining the Writer's Circle and new members are welcome.
Looking for a social night of cards?
"This first year has been such a rewarding experience," said Keightley. "I have watched
Then look no further than the Wednesday
those people new to the writing process blossom, what they are producing has simply
Evening Bridge Club. New members are always
bawled me over."
welcome to join. The club will meet on Sept. 30.
For more information on the Writers' Circle please email Judy Keightley at
The cards will be dealt at 7 p.m.
judykeightley@hotmail.com
EUCHRE CLUB
LIONS' CLUB
As the leaves turn color, thoughts return to
The quest for the heaviest Rainbow Trout will once again take centre stage on the
winter pastimes. With this in mind, the Bayfield
weekend of Oct. 16-18 as part of the Bayfield Lions' Club's 31 st Annual Rainbow Trout
Euchre Club has now begun their fall sessions.
Derby.
The club meets on alternate Wednesdays at the
Fish may be caught from the Bayfield River only from 6 a.m. on Friday to noon on Sunday.
Bayfield Lions' Community Building at 7:30 p.m.
The weigh station will be set up at Rainbow Valley Campground.
They will meet next on Oct. 7.
The top three prizes are: first, $800; second, $400 and third, $300. The Eric Earle Memorial
will be awarded to a contestant age 15 years or under. It consists of a cash award of $100
New players are invited to come and join
and a plaque. The Bill Thorpe Memorial will go to a person aged from 16-18 years. It is
returning regulars. The cost is only $1.50 per
also a $100 cash prize and a plaque.
person. For more information contact Lee at 519
565-2765 in the evenings.
All participants will have a chance to win a variety of other prizes graciously donated by
local merchants.
Tickets for the derby are available now at the following Bayfield locations: Nip N' Tuck,
Brandon Hardware, Bayfield Convenience and Gary Brandon at Rainbow Valley
Campground. They are also available at Goderich Bait and Tackle. Until Oct. 11 tickets
may be purchased for $20, after that date they will cost $25.
For more information please call Lion Rusty Brandon at 519 233-3158.
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BAYFIELD'S ARCHIVES ROOM IS A HAPPENING PLACE
PHOTOS AND STORY BY MELODY
FALCONER -POUNDER
Nestled in the heart of Main Street, Bayfield is
a little wooden structure boasting a rare
Georgian store front. For over three decades
it has been home to the Bayfield Historical
Society's Archives Room.
Earlier this year, Ralph Laviolette became the fourth volunteer archivist for the Bayfield Archives Room
since the position was created in 1977. Since accepting the position, he has set up a volunteer effort to
scan photos in the collection and now has about 400 images that can be seen in a slide show.
The Bayfield Archives is under the administration of the Bayfield Historical Society. Another ongoing
project for the society is the restoration of the Helen McLeod II, a model of which is on display in the
Archives Room.
A familiar sign beckons to all who wish to learn
more about their family roots or the Village of
Bayfield.
And it continues to be a very happening place.
Ralph Laviolette became the latest in a line of
distinguished volunteer village archivists
earlier in 2009, after Elaine Sturgeon stepped
down from the role she held for seven years.
"Most of my efforts to date have focused on
what the holdings are and how to help
villagers and visitors from far and wide
research their memories for Bayfield people
and places," said Laviolette.
In an effort to make information retrieval
easier, he has organized a volunteer effort to
scan photos. He estimates that there are over
2.000 in the collection.
"We have been scanning photographs like
mad," said Laviolette. "And we now have 400
photos that can be displayed through a slide
show."
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Ralph Laviolette shows just some of the 2,000 photographs in the archives' inventory that will eventually
be scanned to make information retrieval easier.
Images such as this one of James Archibald Gardiner (1819-1899) are a precious part of the collection.
Volunteers are also working to catalogue the
large book collection which may soon surpass
400 titles and to scan much of what written
material is scan -able.
Since the late 1950s volunteers have been
compiling scrapbooks in the fashion of a
"clipping service". These scrapbooks feature
clippings of ads and news articles of Bayfield
and area. Laviolette is now working on
indexing these scrapbooks.
"In the last few months I have been learning
an awful lot about just what is kept here. We
are working on creating spreadsheets, or
finding aids, to help people trace their roots
easier when they come in," he said.
He went on to say that he has been surprised
to discover just how many people come in
looking for family. He has noted that they hail
from all over North America as well as
Europe, especially Swiss and Germans who
have traced their ancestors to the Zurich and
Hensall areas.
The archivist has also kept busy as the editor
of the 2009 Huron Historical Notes featuring
the village. It is a 56 -page booklet about
Bayfield history and should be available for
sale at the Archives Room by the end of this
week. It will sell for $8. This is just one in a
series of titles created by Dianne Smith a
professional researcher. Others booklets in
the series include: "The Repository of Blyth
History", "Early Industries Part I" and "People
and Places in Eastern Huron".
Laviolette feels that the new Bayfield history
will be an appropriate update to the last
history book written in 1981 (gray cover).
To continue all his efforts within the building's
walls more volunteers are needed. In addition,
anyone with an interest in researching and
preparing a walking tour of the Bayfield
cottage and harbor area would be most
welcome. Laviolette hopes this tour could be
created as an accompaniment to the already
existing tour of historic Main Street.
Anyone wishing to visit the Archives Room to
trace a family history or learn more about the
village is welcome to drop in on Wednesdays
and Saturdays from 1-5 p.m. Private
appointments may also be arranged.
It is Laviolette's hope that some of the items
can eventually be stored away and a more
welcoming environment for tourists and
visitors be created. His thoughts echo those of
the Bayfield Historical Society membership
who would like to see a new building
constructed for the library, post office boxes
and public washrooms, leaving the current
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It is hoped that the archives collection of artifacts will eventually be expanded
Currently on display are
such items as the original mail boxes from the Bayfield Post Office when it was housed in the building now
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building envelope for a historical archives,
storage for municipally significant heritage
documents and a visitors' welcome centre.
"We have a few village artifacts here but it
would be great to have more on display. We
have people living in this community who are
third or fourth generation and anyone who
finds items of interest is welcome to donate
them so that they can be available for
everyone to enjoy," said Laviolette.
Features such as the one on author Paul Carroll's efforts to preserve our precious nautical history and the ongoing work
by such people as Volunteer Archivist Ralph Laviolette, demonstrate how deeply Bayfield and area residents feel about
protecting their heritage. And you don't have to be a fourth generation villager to feel that way.
It is marvelous how many new subscribers to the Bayfield Breeze have commented on how much they enjoy our village
and reading regularly about the happenings here. Whether theirs was a chance visit or a recurring tryst they have all
fallen in love.
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embraces newcomers, offers up our history and invites everyone to make it their own — it's just a natural part of our charm.
Ideas and contributions to the Bayfield Breeze are always welcome. Deadlines for submissions are Sundays at 4 p.m. Please email me at
bayfield.breeze@villageofbayfield.com or call 519-565-2443. Hope to see you online soon at www.villageofbayfield.com - Melody
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