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HIKE SHOWCASES NATURAL AREAS
OF BAYFIELD RIVER FLATS
PHOTOS BY JACK PAL
PETITION
An online petition has been created regarding the
proposed development at 89 Main Street South in
the village. The petition entitled, "Preserve Bayfield,
Ontario's heritage culture - say "NO" to corporate
encroachment" that will be sent to the CAO of the
Municipality of Bluewater Kyle Pratt. It was launched
midday on July 11 and as of publishing time had
generated 643 signatures.
For anyone interested in viewing the petition please
visit: www.change.org.
VALDY CONCERT
Valdy returns Sep. 21.
Anyone who missed Valdy's sold -out performance in
2016, only a few tickets remain for this year's
concert.
Valdy has sold almost half a million copies of his 13
albums, has two Juno Awards (Folk Singer of the
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Anyone who missed the hike can always walk the Bayfield Flats this fall. Access to the property is off Hwy 21,
just south of the Bayfield River Bridge.
Guest speaker Ian Jean, forester at the Ausable
Bayfield Conservation Authority (ABCA), shared his
extensive knowledge of trees and plant life during
h kill
On Sunday, Sept. 10 on a warm late summer
afternoon, 25 hikers met at the Bayfield Flats
Natural Area to walk the property, learn more
about the history as well as recent
improvements to the property this year.
Guest speaker Ian Jean, forester at the Ausable
Bayfield Conservation Authority (ABCA), shared
his extensive knowledge of trees and plant life
and helped participants discover what's growing
on the River Flats now and what can be
expected in the future. He also talked about the
Bayfield River watershed (starting in Dublin),
water quality and the need for natural forest
cover to have a healthy environment.
Jean has an amazing knowledge of trees and
forests and pointed out many natural features
as well as what to look for when identifying
trees. He talked about invasive species as well
t e e. as Carolinian species such as Sycamore trees
and Butternut (an endangered species). Other
interesting forestry points of interest included looking at the relationship of various tree and
plant species along the Bayfield River, their preference for water and or sunlight and the
various means that each species distributes seeds. Many dead and dying trees have been cut
down, primarily as a safety concern since the property was acquired late last year. Jean noted
that this will encourage seedlings, many of which are walnut.
Year and Folk Entertainer of the Year), a total of
seven Juno nominations and four Gold albums to his
credit. He's a singer, guitarist and songwriter who
catches the small but telling moments that make up
life. Go to www.valdy.com to preview his music.
The concert will take place at the Bayfield Town Hall
on Thursday, Sept. 21, at 7:30 pm. Tickets are $30
and can be purchased by calling Sandy at 519- 565-
2830 right away.
Fall is a great time to visit the Bayfield Farmers'
Market. Not only is it the best place to find fresh local
food, it will also provide a showcase for fantastic
local music this September!
Bayfield's own Josh Geddis will be featured on Sept.
15. The Cultural Collective Jazz Band will keep toes
tapping on Sept. 22. The music on both dates will
begin around 4 p.m.
The Bayfield Farmers' Market runs Fridays from 3-7
p.m. in Clan Gregor Square until the Thanksgiving
weekend.
GARDEN CLUB
The Bayfield Garden Club welcomes all to attend our
next meeting on Monday September 18th at 7:30 Pm
at the Bayfield Lions Building in Bayfield.
Calling all novice and experienced gardeners. Fall is
in the air and its gardening time again!
The Bayfield Garden Club welcomes all to attend
their next meeting on Monday, Sept. 18 at 7:30 p.m.
at the Bayfield Lions' Community Building in the
village.
Know any good gardening tips for the fall season in
the garden? Need some gardening advice? Join us
for our Question and Answer meeting. All are
welcome to bring garden questions and join in with
the discussion. This is a great time to find out best
gardening advice for the changing seasons and to
learn gardening tips from fellow gardeners.
Examples of questions that may be discussed
include: When is the time to prune shrubs and roses.
How should you prepare garden beds for winter?
Can you still plant shrubs and perennials this time of
year?
Refreshments and draw prizes will also be a highlight
of the evening.
GRIEF RECOVERY
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On Sunday, Sept. 10 on a warm late summer afternoon, 25 hikers met at the Bayfield Flats Natural Area to
walk the property.
Dave Gilllians gave a history of the property dating back to the 1830's with the establishment of
the original dam and river crossing as well as the subsequent mills that were built on the
property. Gillians also noted the work that has been done to date including the establishment of
a parking area, signage, trails and removal of tons of abandoned steel and litter. The hike was
about two hours with stops along the way.
Hike leaders from the BRVTA were Peter Jeffers, Dave Maclaren and Roger Lewington.
Jeffers, a BRVTA board member, thanked Jean for attending and sharing his knowledge with
the group.
Anyone who missed the hike can always walk the Bayfield Flats this fall. Access to the property
is off Hwy 21, just south of the Bayfield River Bridge. Turn east on the lane almost across from
Short Hill Road and down to the parking lot. Suitable footwear is always a good idea and don't
forget to bring tree identification books and binoculars if you have them! There is extensive bird
activity along the river as well as a colony of beavers.
The BRVTA organizes hikes twice a month and all are welcome. Watch for upcoming hikes in
the Bayfield Breeze or go to www.bayfieldtrails.com.
CLEAN UP ALONG BAYFIELD BEACH
SET FOR SATURDAY MORNING
Brandon Lemieux, an ardent beach walker and cleaner, died on Sept. 16, 2016. His mother
Susan wishes to honor his name and asked if Bayfield would be interested in assisting as a
result Blue Bayfield, Bayfield River Trail Association, Pioneer Park Association, Love Your
Greats, Beach Management Committee, Municipality of Bluewater and the Lake Huron Centre
for Coastal Conservation are joining forces to coordinate a beach cleanup to honor Brandon.
Interested citizens are asked to meet at the Main Beach parking area at 9 a.m. on Sept. 16,
2017. Participants are asked to wear appropriate footwear; gloves and bags will be provided.
Citizens in the village have been willing volunteers for beach cleanups for at least 20 plus
years. Cigarette butts and fast food containers, including plastics have dominated the
collections over this period. Studies have shown that plastics are becoming a major concern in
the Great Lakes and that aquatics species are mistakenly consuming plastics that appear to
them as food. Forty-five million people also use the lakes as their source of drinking water and
a reservoir for sewage, both storm and domestic.
Lemieux had visited his great-grandfather's summer cottage off of Stanley Side Rd 1 since
childhood. His summers always included trips to the village for ice cream and a trek down to
Bayfield Beach for a swim, fishing off the end of the pier, his passion.
Later, he worked as a cook in the kitchen of JD's Restaurant. In any season, Lemieux, later
living in Seaforth, could be found wandering the Bayfield Beach. Even after relocating back to
Myths about grief: "Time heals all wounds", "Replace
the loss","Grieve alone",
"Be strong for others" and "Bury your feelings".
"The Grief Recovery Method" is a Grief Support
Group that in eight weeks can change a person's life.
This Action Program is for moving beyond death,
divorce and other losses. Whether a person is
experiencing loss from death, divorce, loss of job or
childhood issues (recent or in the past), recovery is
possible.
This program will be held in Bayfield from Tuesday,
Sept. 26 to Nov. 14. It will be held at Bayfield Public
Library from 7-8:30 p.m. The cost is $35 for the
resource material. Participants must pre -register.
The program will also be offered in Wingham, ON, at
Sacred Heart Elementary School starting on Sept. 27
to Nov. 15 from 7-8:30 p.m.
Please call Huron Hospice to register, 519 482-3440
Ext. 6301.
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Hundreds of thousands of people across Canada are
expected to participate in the Annual Terry Fox Run
on Sunday, Sept. 17, a fundraising event taking place
in over 700 communities that continue to embody the
indomitable spirit of Terry Fox.
"in a year where we have enjoyed celebrating our
country's 150th birthday, it's been great to hear so
many Canadians say that participating in the Terry
Fox Run in an important part of the celebration," said
Terry's older brother Fred Fox.
Terry was just 18 when he was diagnosed with a
cancerous tumor in his right leg. He was in his first
year at Simon Fraser University studying kinesiology
when he felt the pain in his knee. He had his leg
amputated six inches above the knee and endured
aggressive chemotherapy to eliminate remaining
cancer cells. During his treatment, he witnessed daily
reminders that two-thirds of cancer victims died of
the disease. Instead of crushing his spirits, the sight
of other patients suffering made him stronger and
more compassionate. It was from this strength and
compassion that the Marathon of Hope was born.
Since Terry ran in 1980, Canadians have raised over
$750 million for cancer research. This money is
invested into projects with the greatest potential
impact for patients. One such project is Multiple
Myeloma Molecular Monitoring, underway in
Vancouver, Calgary, Toronto and Montreal. A team of
researchers will work with more than 250 patients
across Canada to advance the ability to characterize
and monitor multiple myeloma in the blood and the
bone marrow to better understand how current
treatments work and develop new, more effective
ones.
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his hometown of Kitchener, he made sure his daughter also knew of this special place, a visit
to the Bayfield beach was a must each and every summer
He was passionate about the beach and expressed this passion by spending countless hours
picking up litter. It was important to him that the beach and Lake Huron be maintained for future
generations.
Lemieux's connection to the Bayfield Beach was so strong that he always said that he "felt the
most himself there".
All are invited to join in honouring Lemieux's memory by demonstrating community support for
his passion for protecting a most valued resource, water.
BIRDS OF PREY PHOTO WORKSHOP
RETURNS TO FALL FOTO FEST
Photo Tour Trekkers and the Photography Club of
Bayfield (PCoB) are pleased to announce the
Fifth Annual Bayfield Foto Fest on Sept. 30 -Oct.
In celebration of this fifth annual event year when
participants register for FFF2017 their name will
be entered in a draw to win a 2018 Photo Tour
Trekkers Franklin Island four-day workshop.
As in the past, Fall Foto Fest weekend will feature a series of workshops that will help to hone
photographic skills and techniques. This year the offerings include a choice of six two-hour
workshops. New this year, three, three-hour master class workshops will also be held.
Click on the link for complete information about the workshops and registration:
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"Join us for one day or take advantage of our two-day event options," said Jack Pal, FFF 2017
Committee Member. "The cost of the event is $55 for one day or $80 for two days. For full-time
high school, college or university students, the fee is $35 for one day or $55 for two days ... a
true bargain."
For Raptors & Birds of Prey, Adobe Lightroom Master Class and World of Macro Master Class
workshop there is an additional fee of $30 for both adults and students. Please note Raptors
and Master Class workshops are three hours and include hand out material. Adobe Lightroom
and Macro are limited to ten people per workshop session allowing for plenty of one on one
time and photography.
At the time of registration, pariticipants can also book a Saturday evening Fall Foto Fest Buffet
dinner at Renegades for $25. Dinner and workshop reservations close at 5 p.m. on Monday,
Sept. 25.
"We encourage you to take part in our annual Fall Foto Fest Photo contest as well. There is no
entry fee and you do not need to register for FFF to participate," said Pal. "The photos will be
on display at the Town Hall during the whole weekend and the public are welcome to view
them."
Grand Prize is a tour package for one photographer to join Photo Tour Trekkers on their May
2018 Italy Photo Tour. There is also a "People's Choice" award sponsored by The Ashwood Inn
(a weekend for two at the Ashwood). All winners will be announced at the Sunday Wine and
Cheese event at 5 p.m. Submission deadline for photos is September 15. For details click on
the link below: http://phototourtrekkers.com/tours/fall-foto-fest-photography-contest/.
The exhibition is open all weekend, but voting by the general public for the People's Choice
Award will take place on Sept. 30 from noon to 2 p.m. and on Oct. 1 from 8:30-9:30 a.m. and
noon -2 p.m. so come out, enjoy the photos and help select the winner.
"We would like to thank our major sponsors without whom this event, which has grown over the
years, would not be possible," said Pal. "Specifically a major shout out to Photo Tour Trekkers,
This year hundreds of thousands of Terry Fox
supporters, family and friends, will participate in a
favourite Fall tradition to ensure that cancer research
continues to make a difference. From coast to coast,
Canadians will be celebrating the power of the
human spirit.
Members of the Bayfield River Valley Trail
Assoication (BRVTA) organize the annual village
Terry Fox Run and this fundraiser for cancer
research will be held on Sept. 17 starting at 9 a.m.
from Clan Gregor Square.
STAR PARTY
The West Coast Astronomers (WCA) next Star Party
is Wednesday, Sept. 20 at the Agricultural Park in
Bayfield.
Each party is limited in the number of participants the
group can accommodate. Please use the RSVP
button on the 'Star Party' page to reserve a spot.
If the sky is not clear on the designated night, the
event will be cancelled and no one will show up. If
you have doubt on the status of the event please call
519 868-6691. If you are an amateur astronomer,
willing to bring your telescope, and share your
knowledge with others, please contact the number
listed above in advance.
Visit www.westcoastastronomers.info for more
details, locations and times.
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The Goderich Harbouraires (pictured) and the St. Andrew's
United Church Choir are joining together to offer an evening
of music on Sept. 24. (Photo submitted)
The St. Andrew's United Church Choir will be hosting
an evening celebrating "The Music of Canada" with
The Goderich Harbouraires on Sept. 24, (Submitted
photo)
The Goderich Harbouraires and the St. Andrew's
United Church Choir are joining together to offer an
evening of music celebrating "the land of the silver
birch and home of the beaver."
"The Music of Canada" is the theme of the evening to
celebrate the 150th birthday of this country as well as
the 70th anniversary of The Goderich Harbouraires
choir.
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our event sponsor. Other major sponsors include: The Ashwood Inn, Turner Gallery,
Renegades and Blyth Printing."
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Canadian best selling author and international activist Maude Barlow is the keynote speaker at
the Bayfield Sustainability Summit, taking place at the Bayfield Town Hall on Sept. 23. Titled
'Big Solutions for Small Communities,' the Summit will bring together experts in various
aspects of environmental sustainability with a particular focus on how rural villages can make
meaningful change in the fight against Climate Change.
The National Honorary Chairperson of the Council of Canadians, a citizens' advocacy
organization with members and chapters across Canada, Maude Barlow is also the co-founder
of the Blue Planet Project, which works internationally for the human right to water. She chairs
the board of Washington -based Food & Water Watch, is a founding member of the San
Francisco—based International Forum on Globalization, and a Councilor with the Hamburg -
based World Future Council. In 2008-2009, she served as Senior Advisor on Water to the 63rd
President of the United Nations General Assembly and was a leader in the campaign to have
water recognized as a human right by the United Nations.
Barlow is a prolific author; her most recent book, "Boiling Point: Government Neglect,
Corporate Abuse, and Canada's Water Crisis", builds on a trilogy of treatises on global water
issues: Blue Future, Blue Gold and Blue Covenant.
In her keynote address, Barlow will lay bare the defining issue of our coming decade: the
vulnerability of Canada's water reserves. According to the Globe & Mail, she delivers, "the
most eloquent call to arms we're likely to hear about the politics of water."
Joining Barlow at the podium and around the discussion table will be: Tom Davis, a professor
in the Donald J. Smith School of Building and Technology; Detroit Zoo CEO Ron Kagan;
Bayfield's own Jennifer Pate, a geographer, filmmaker and adventurer; Mari Veliz, the Healthy
Watersheds Supervisor at the Ausable Bayfield Conservation Authority (ABCA); and Philip
Keightley, M. Sc., P. Eng, of Bayfield, a professional engineer with more than 40 years of
experience specializing in water and sewage projects.
Detroit Zoo CEO Ron Kagan will highlight the Zoo's sustainability projects, current and future,
including their Anaerobic Digester that converts 'poo at the zoo' into compost and methane
byproduct. The Zoo has also successfully weaned its visitors off single use water bottles, and
Sept. 24 is the date set for the concert that will be
held at St. Andrew's Church starting at 7:30 p.m.
Tickets are available now by calling John Davies at
519 565-2813 or from any choir member.
The Bayfield River Valley Trail Association will be
holding a Fall Harvest Dinner and Dance on
Saturday, Oct. 14 at Renegades Diner in Bayfield to
celebrate the Trail's 10th Anniversary!
Tickets are $40 and the evening starts with a
Reception and Silent Auction at 6 p.m/ with dinner at
7 p.m. After dinner, those who attend can dance to
the live music of "The Saxman".
The BRVTA has been actively building and
maintaining a network of trails in Bluewater over the
past 10 years. These trails, built entirely by
volunteers, are for public use by local residents and
tourists alike thanks to a partnership with the
Municipality of Bluewater and the generosity of
private landowners.
Over the years the BRVTA has contributed much to
community improvement through fundraising.
Sponsorship of the Terry Fox Run for the past 8
years has raised over $30,000. An additional $1,000
was raised for the Goderich MRI Imaging project and
$1,200 for the Clinton Hospital. In 2013, the Festival
of Fitness and Art in Bayfield used the trails and
raised in excess of $4,000 for the Alexandria Marine
and General Hospital in Goderich.
"We are most proud of the initiative to purchase the
Bayfield Flats Natural Area for the enjoyment of
future generations. In 2016, the BRVTA coordinated
a fundraising drive to purchase the property on the
Bayfield River and donate it to the Huron Tract Land
Trust Conservancy. This was an amazing project,
thanks to the incredible support of the community,"
said Roger Lewington, a BRVTA member.
The trails are free of charge to the public and provide
a superb opportunity for families and people of all
generations to enjoy the beauty of our area.
Members hope that people can come out for a
wonderful evening and support the Bayfield Trails
and the 10th anniversary celebration.
Tickets can be purchased by emailing
info@bayfieldtrails.com or by calling Roger at 519
565-2202 or Scott at 519 565-2827. Tables of eight
or 12 can be reserved.
BRVTA
September is the perfect time to explore the trails in
the Bayfield area and members of the Bayfield River
Valley Trail Association (BRVTA) have some great,
guided hikes in the works!
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is looking to install Tesla solar roof tiles in the future
Kagan's informative presentation will offer suggestions
as to the ways in which municipalities and universities
can create less waste and lower their energy use at the
same time.
Jennifer Pate is a geographer, filmmaker and
adventurer with a BA in Geography and an MSc in
Environment, Science & Society (with Distinction) from
the University College of London, UK. Her academic
research explored environmental management and
Ron Kagan (Submitted photo) experience; film as an emancipatory tool for
environmental education; and geographies of health and biological identity.
In 2009, she led an UCL -funded research expedition to British Columbia, and in 2010, was a
member of the Lost World Project documentary -making expedition to Venezuela's Mount
Roraima. In 2014, Pate sailed across the Atlantic from Lanzarote to Martinique with an all -
female team called eXXpedition. The 40 -minute documentary "eXXpedition: Making the
Unseen Seen' which resulted premiered at the Royal Geographical Society in London (UK) in
2015. When not working with eXXpedition, Pate is creating huge waves of her own at her
environmentally sustainable outdoor recreation park in Bayfield called Windmill Lake Eco &
Wake Park.
In her presentation, Pate will share a love story — a unique tale of people's passion for their
local waterways and their willingness to instigate meaningful change for a healthier future. Join
her for a journey through the intersection between environmental degradation and optimism.
Blue Bayfield is an organization of concerned citizens who reside in the Bayfield area. Its
mission is to reduce the use of disposable plastics and prevent plastic and pollutants from
entering the Great Lakes and waterways.
Blue Bayfield is responsible for installing multiple water bottle refilling stations throughout the
village, providing a mobile water unit at events and locations where no potable water is
available, hosting and participating in beach and park clean ups, educating the local
community on this important topic and encouraging action. It works alongside many other local
community groups, businesses and government to help create a sustainable environment from
land to lake.
The Bayfield Sustainability Summit: Big Solutions for Small Communities will be held from 9
a.m.to 5 p.m. at the Bayfield Town Hall. The cost to attend is $50 per person; save $5 by
registering before Aug. 31. Register at eventbrite.ca. Also enjoy the Bayfield Town Hall concert
by Trent Severn that evening and save $5 off the price of your concert ticket. Order now to
avoid sellout at eventbrite.ca
TRENT SEVERN CONCERT HELD IN
CONJUNCTION WITH SUMNUT
The Bayfield Town Hall and Blue Bayfield are pleased to co -host Trent Severn, a Canadian folk
trio composed of Emm Gryner, Dayna Manning, and Lindsay Schindler. Founded in 2011, all
three women share vocal duties and contribute to the songwriting process. Trent Severn is an
acclaimed Ontario folk trio who sing original, contemporary songs described easily as
"Canadian History in Harmony". Topically modern with a humorous twist, Trent Severn have
inspired audiences all over Canada to share a patriotic laugh and let their glowing hearts melt
away.
Continuing the deeply poetic legacy of true 'red and white' pioneering troubadours such as
Stompin' Tom Connors, Ian and Sylvia Tyson and Gordon Lightfoot, the eminently talented
Southern Ontario trio planted their Maple Leaf flag deeply in the firmament of the Canadian
roots music scene with the release of their self -titled debut album in 2012. On March 15, 2013,
they became the first band to receive a phone call to a concert from space, when they played a
live song for Commander Chris Hadfield while he was on the international space station. On
Canada Day of that year the band was part of Hadfield's first performance back on earth, of
"Space Oddity" by David Bowie.
As the month comes to a close the BRVTA will host a
hike on the Lobb Trail starting at 9 a.m. on Thursday,
Sept. 28.
The Lobb farm is a heritage property. The Lobb trail
is beautiful with several riverside locations, some
hills, scenic rest stops and some heritage
interpretation plaques. The nature trail winds over an
old pottery kiln and through a homestead area. The
trail is approximately 7 KMs long and passes through
mature woodlots with a variety of tree species. It is
considered a level 3 trail with some hills, on a natural
path. The bridges may be slippery when wet and
there is one steep embankment with gradual slopes
in two sections.
The trail is located on Maitland Line. To get to the
trailhead turn north/north east at Holmesville off of
Hwy. 8, on to Sharpes Creek Line. Turn
north/north/east on to Maitland Line. Parking can be
found at the intersection of School House Rd.
The hike leader will be Peter Jeffers 519 933-4555.
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"Make new friends but keep the old. One is silver and
the other gold."
Such is the epitome of a new Guiding season.
Sparks, Brownies and Guides in Bayfield will resume
on Wednesday, Sept. 20 at 5:15 p.m. until 7 p.m. at
Trinity Anglican Church. The Pathfinder and Ranger
group will be starting soon too!
Girls aged five to 17 are welcome to join and they
can register online now at www.girlguides.ca, clicking
on Registration and entering the "NOM 1GO" area
code.
Bayfield Guiding has had a presence in this
community for 60 plus years, Want to learn more
about Bayfield Guiding? Contact Melody Falconer -
Pounder at 519 525-3830 or
melody.pounder@gmail.com.
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The Bayfield Sustainability Summit: Big Solutions for Small Communities will be held from 9
a.m.to 5 p.m. at the Bayfield Town Hall. The cost to attend is $50 per person, and allows you to
save $5 off the price of your concert ticket. Register at eventbrite.ca.
Even if you are unable to attend the Summit, you can still enjoy this amazing concert, which
takes place at the Town Hall on Saturday, September 23 at 7:30 pm (doors open at 7 p.m.).
Tickets are $25 in advance, and $30 at the door. To buy tickets, call Shelagh at 519 565-2572
or Mark at 519 521-2994.
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BFIT AND BACPA EXPRESS INTEREST
IN PURCHASING FACILITY
People who gathered along the route to watch the Bayfield Community Fair Parade in August held up signs
protesting the permanent removal of ice from the Bayfield Arena in the Spring of 2018. These signs were
viewed by members of the Municipality of Bluewater Council as they progressed along the parade route.
(Photos by Melody Falconer -Pounder)
On Aug. 29, the Bayfield Facilities Initiative Team (BFIT) and the Bayfield Arena Community
Partners Association (BACPA) together submitted a letter to the Mayor of Bluewater and his
council to advise the Municipality of Bluewater of their interest in the operation of the entire
Bayfield Community Centre.
The letter stated, "At this point, it would appear the facility will be underutilized by April 2018
and we would appreciate a response on the cost to purchase the facility from the Municipality
of Bluewater or how much Bluewater would expect from a lease agreement."
They then requested that council include prices in their response so that both the organizations
would be advised of what council's expectations would be going forward.
This letter was prompted by the decision that was made by council on the evening of Aug. 21
At that time council approved the motion "that the ice be removed permanently from the
Bayfield Arena effective April 2018; that staff provide Council with the public input received
regarding the repurposing of the Bayfield Community Centre, and that a feasibility study be
initiated to develop a plan for the future use of the Bayfield Community Centre."
This motion was passed with Bayfield Ward Councilor Bill Whetstone and Zurich Ward
Councilor Janisse Zimmerman voting against it.
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CONCERTS
Sept. 23 is the date for Taw Connors' tribute concert to his
father Stompin' Tom at the Hensall Heritage Hall. (Submitted
photo)
The fall schedule of the Hensall Heritage Hall kicks
off Saturday, Sept. 23 with Taw Connors' tribute to his
father Stompin' Tom.
Those who attend will enjoy such iconic Canadian
hits as Sudbury Saturday Night, Bud the Spud and
The Hockey Song. The show starts at 7 p.m. Tickets
are $35 and are available from Liz at 519 262-2715
or Kathy at 519 263-2343.
The Hall will welcome the Classic Country Show with
CCR featuring, Elton Lammie and Wendy Lynn
Snider, on Oct. 14. Tickets are $30 and available
from the numbers listed above or Carolyn at 519
262-3444 or Ticketscene.
Nicole Coward will entertain Nov. 2nd at 7 p.m.
Coward's show features hits from such classic
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The motion was made following presentations made
by BACPA and BFIT to council members in front of
a gallery filled to capacity with people opposed to
the ice removal.
Ron Keys and Karen Morrison presented on behalf
of the BACPA while Steven Baker and Sandy
Scotchmer spoke on behalf of BFIT.
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Canadian musicians as Gordon Lightfoot, Joni
Mitchell, Anne Murray, Sarah McLachlan and more.
Tickets are $25.
On Nov. 19, at 2 p.m., the Hall is proud to welcome
back the always -popular Larry Mercey Trio Christmas
Show with special guest Cousin Clem. Tickets are
$30 and will be available soon.
WORKING RANCH
DEMOS AT IPM
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Rebecca Merner walked with members of the
Bayfield Skating Club during the Bayfield
Community Fair Parade in mid-August to let
people know that ice users are opposed to the
decision to permanently remove the ice from
the facility in the Spring of 2018.
Young ice users gathered with their parents in the parking lot at the Stanley Complex in Varna as Bluewater
councilors gathered for their meeting on Aug. 21 to let them know that they are opposed to the permanent
removal of the ice.
The BACPA was formed in January 2014 in an effort to dissuade the Municipality of Bluewater
from removing the ice that spring. Their mandate is to inspire healthy living through a multi
Huron County's own Turkey Run Ranch will be teaming up
with Dodge RAM Rodeo Tour in the RAM Rodeo Ring every
day of IPM 2017 to showcase ranch life and host challenges
with real life cowboys. (Submitted photo)
Turkey Run Ranch, of Brussels, is teaming up with
the RAM Rodeo Tour to ensure the RAM Rodeo Ring
at the 2017 International Plowing Match (IPM) and
Rural Expo is always in the hustle and bustle.
Huron County natives Brian and Jo -Anne Workman
operate Turkey Run Ranch, and will offer exciting
demonstrations and competitions. The Workmans,
and their crew of ten, have travelled across South
Western Ontario, to different fall fairs and expos.
In the Cowboy Obstacles, the Down and Back
includes two riders racing horses down and back
completing six different obstacles along the way. The
Cowboy Trail Challenge replicates what a horse and
rider may encounter on a ride through the forest.
Riders will compete against each other navigating a
designed pattern of fallen trees and crossing a
bridge.
The Birds of Prey Demonstration on Wednesday in
the RAM Rodeo Ring showcases how eagles, owls,
and hawks hunt and survive in the wild.
The Working Ranch Demo is a 40 -minute
explanation of how a ranch operated in the Old West,
when cattle roamed free, with no fences, barns, or
feedlots. Taking care of livestock was very different
then, but these old-fashioned tasks are the
foundation of all modern-day Quarter Horse
competitive events. Just like today, cowboys
represented their Ranch in competitions, riding for
their brand and bragging rights. This show will run
Wednesday thru Friday.
IPM 2017 will take place Sept. 19-23, in Walton, ON.
Tickets will be available at the gates on the day of for
$18 per person. More information about all the
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generational facility that puts physical, educational and social activities under one roof for an entertainment schedules and programming for IPM
entire community to enjoy. They asked for three years to prove that the ice surface in the arena 2017 can be found online at plowingmatch.org/ipm-
could be better utilized. 2017 or the Facebook Page Huron IPM 2017.
"At the beginning of its mandate BACPA's goals had included taking over some responsibility
for human resources which was never granted," said Keys. "Our hands have been tied to
marketing."
He noted that from the data that BACPA has collected since 2014, and have had confirmed by
an unbiased accountant, they feel they have done fairly well in achieving their goals, "and
could have made more headway had we the full support of the municipality."
Numbers calculated by the municipality and the numbers crunched by BACPA show some
discrepancies in operating deficits.
Keys noted that the hall usage is highly subsidized which contributes to the overall deficit of the
facility.
"Our data indicates that revenue from the ice is up, not down. As far as the numbers that have
been reported to us it appears that the arena deficit is calculated as a whole and that the
municipality calculates revenues based on weekly usage ice contracts and does not factor in
one time rentals and other uses of the ice onto the revenue side of the balance sheet," Keys
said.
Keys also stated in his presentation that BACPA would like to know how the human resources
costs are calculated and allocated. He asked council, "Would you agree this allocation and
total amount will not change after the re -purposing?"
BACPA believes that currently the billed use of the ice is almost equal to the subsidized use of
the hall.
"From the figures we have been provided with, and making conservative estimates of actual
costs to the ice surface including human resources, we believe that the actual deficit
associated with the ice is much smaller than the actual deficit of the arena. We believe it costs
$40,000 to have ice," he said. "You will be kicking out your largest tenant and with the ice
removed the deficit will go up."
After both delegations had presented the treasurer for the municipality explained that she had
determined the deficit for the facility to be $69,133.31 while the total operating costs were
$131,848.18.
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• Total Arena Ice YTD
• Total Arena No Ice YTD
a Total Shows YTD
TRIP OF THE MONTH
Joe Darling, of Exeter, ON, was the winner of the ninth draw
in BAFHT's Trip A Month lottery. (Submitted photo)
Bluewater Area Family Health Team (BAFHT) is
pleased to announce that Joe Darling of Exeter, ON,
was the winner of the ninth draw in BAFHT's Trip A
Month lottery.
The September prize was a $1,600 Quebec City Fall
Colours travel voucher package. The lottery
continues with monthly draws for vacation packages
to various destinations on the first Friday throughout
2017.
The Trip A Month lottery is part of BAFHT's ongoing
fundraising campaign to raise over $600,000 for its
building expansion and renovation project. Nearly
half of this goal has been raised to date so the
committee continues to look for continued support.
BAFHT is a registered charity and tax receipts will be
issued for donations.
Please contact Paula at paulabafht@hay.net or 519
236-4413 for further details on the project or to join
the BAFHT patient roster or to donate.
IPM BEAUTIFICATION
GALA WINNERS
The 2017 International Plowing Match and Rural
Expo (IPM 2017) Beautification Gala was held Aug.
31 at the Seaforth Arena where over 450 people
attended to see the winners announced for the
Beautification Competition and to see the winners of
the Fan Favorite of the Huron County Barn Quilt
Trail.
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# Total Hall YTD Full Price
Total Arena Ice YTD
# Total Arena No Ice YTD
Total Shows YTD
Morrison spoke to the added attractiveness of the community by having ice in the arena in
winter.
"In winter the ice pad is the centre of many community activities, which promote our sense of
community and improve our quality of life. These can't be measured on a balance sheet," she
said.
She sited the benefits of offering public skating, sponsored at no cost to residents, as an all -
ages activity. She also noted that the Bayfield Skating Club had about 50 youth members last
year and even offered adult skating lessons. She noted that these recreational offerings were
made popular by the fact that people can walk to the arena.
"In fact, research shows that the farther one has to travel the less likely people are to take part
in leisure activities like this," she said.
She noted that the BACPA has sponsored and supervised shinny hockey for youngsters who
would like to play hockey but can't necessarily afford the costs of playing in a formal league
and that this opportunity has proven extremely popular and is not offered anywhere else. She
explained that the BACPA also organized both Tyke Hockey tournaments and Over 50 Hockey
tournaments in the winter months that not only generated funds for the arena but also brought
much needed business to the stores, hotels and restaurants in the village during the low
season.
Morrison stated, "It has been suggested that the ice surface may be better utilized year-round
without ice and that major tenants could be accommodated in other Bluewater facilities. That
would mean that traditional community events like the Bayfield Antique Show, Bayfield
Community Fair and fundraising events be held elsewhere. The year round use of the arena for
various groups in our community is at the heart and soul of the history and identity of Bayfield."
Morrison encouraged council to keep the ice in while an independent feasibility study is
conducted.
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Total Hall YTD Full Price
• Total Arena Ice YTD
a Total Arena No ice YTD
• Total Shaws YTD
Owner of the Host Farm of Tented City Jack Ryan
received his Mayoral Chain of Office.
The Ballaghs brought entertainment throughout the
night.
The evening also marked the launch of the Huron
County Barn Quilt Trail book that compiled the
photos and stories of all 164 barn quilts that were
entered. The book will continue to be sold at IPM
2017 in the Souvenir Tent for $20.
The winners of the Beautification Competition were:
Rural Home Most Attractive - 1st,George and Ruth
Townsend; 2nd, Karen and Craig Piett; 3rd, Mark and
Christine Coulthard; and HM, Jan and Chris Neutel.
Agri -Business — 1st, Huron Feeding Systems; 2nd,
Maelstroms Winery; and 3rd, EverFresh. Farmstead
Most Attractive - 1 st, Doreen and Bill Taylor; 2nd,
Sharon and Jim Nivins; and 3rd, Janet and Brad
Bettles. Gateway Entrance — 1st, Costa Plenty
Farms, Joanne and Glen Walker; 2nd, Ken Papple;
3rd, Maja and Don Dodds; and HM, Monique and
Don Baan; Beautification Project— 1st, Northwoods
Elementary School, Ethel; 2nd, Howick Bloomers;
3rd, Auburn Horticulture Society; and HM, Wingham
Horticulture Society. Farmstead Most Improved — 1st,
Nancy and Mark Kernighan; 2nd, Arletta and Steve
Hallahan; 3rd, Glanville Farms; and HM, Leslie and
Steve Forman. Urban Home Most Attractive — 1 st,
Matt and Aimee Townsend; 2nd, Marian and Frank
Hallahan; and 3rd, Bob Leeming. 4-H Gatesign
Award (Sponsored by Dodds Century Farms) -
Jessalyn Hendriks.
Kim and Kevin Murray were the 8x8 Barn Quilt Fan Favorite
winners. They had their picture taken with sponsors, Tim and
Donna Prior (right) at the IPM Beautification Gala in Seaforth
on Aug. 31. (Submitted photo)
Fan Favorite Huron County Barn Quilt Trail Winners -
8x8, Kim and Kevin Murray; and 4x4 - Mary and Tony
Vanden Hengel. The Murrays have Quilt #147 and
the Vanden Hengel have Quilt #66 in the first edition
of the Huron County Barn Quilt Trail Map. The map
can be found online for download at
http://plowingmatch.org/committees-201 7-
main/beautification-ipm-2017/barn-quilts.
All 8x8 barn quilts will be added to the Ontario Barn
Quilt Trail that can be found online at
www.barnquilttrails.ca.
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"It doesn't seem to make sense to get rid of the ice, then decide what to do with it. At least the
ice is generating some revenue, rather than sitting empty while waiting on the results of a
feasibility study," Morrison said.
When BFIT representatives, Scotchmer and Baker, took to the microphone they both
expressed disappointment that council did not appear open to their request to allow the BACPA
to market the ice for another three years while their group worked to come up with a plan for a
new community facility.
The vision of BFIT is to create "a privately funded, multi -general facility to promote, celebrate
and sustain health, wellness and pride of individuals and families that make up Bayfield. The
benefactors of the facility's educational, social, health and recreational programs are of all
ages, including residents, local businesses, service groups and visitors. A representative Board
of local residents will manage the facility."
"BFIT has been here to speak to council before. We had hoped we had made a bigger
impression on council than we obviously did," Scotchmer said. "We would like to see council
work together with BFIT and have two councilors sit on the committee while allowing BACPA to
continue their efforts to boost numbers at the arena. We would like to see council reach out
and hold a public meeting."
Baker noted that Bayfield is not just an aging community.
"Don't view it solely as a retirement community. It is part of a trend toward growing nuclear
families that are moving home to be closer to their parents so that they can help them with the
raising of their young children," he said. "A facility that will service the community for 30 to 40
years; a place where youngsters can learn to skate, play hockey, ringuette, basketball, tennis,
floor hockey will play a factor where these families decide to settle. By slowly ratcheting down
our community centre council is demonstrating that they want these young families to settle in
other communities."
For more information on the Beautification Award
winners or if you would like to create a Barn Quilt,
contact Beautification Committee Chair Deb Falconer
at 519 233- 5393.
GRIEF SUPPORT
PROGRAMS
BY KAILYN PASMA°'
Huron Residential Hospice recognizes that grief is a
personal and unique response to loss. There are no
universal responses or absolutes for grief and
bereavement. Grief is a normal and natural response
to a loss of any kind (griefrecoverymethod.ca). Huron
Residential Hospice upholds the values of a
confidential, safe and non -judgmental environment
where grief recovery programs are available for
everyone in Huron County.
Jackie Simpson, Certified Grief Recovery specialist
and manager of Programs and Community
Engagement at Huron Hospice Volunteer Service,
assesses the grief and bereavement needs of the
county. After being in the education field for 28 years
as a teacher and principal, she noticed that there
were few supports available for families and children
to help them deal with loss.
Simpson said, "When I left the education world I
wanted to pursue a way to support children, teens,
and their families in difficult times."
Simpson and Huron Residential Hospice want to
ensure that everyone has access to the grief support
they need.
At times, grief and bereavement support programs
need to have a focus and specialty for a specific loss
and population. It is important to recognize that there
is no universal pathway for grieving. It is also
necessary to identify the stigmatisms of certain
losses such as a loss from suicide, loss of a pet and
that children and teens require different recovery
methods than adults. Huron Hospice recognizes
these challenges and has specific programs for these
types of losses and populations.
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On the evening of Aug. 21, the Municipality of Bluewater Council voted to permanently remove the ice from
the Bayfield Arena in the Spring of 2018. This sign was posted on the lawn of a homeowner near the Stanley
Complex in Varna where council holds its sessions so that everyone travelling from Bayfield to the meeting
could read it.
Baker encouraged council to put the current motion on the books on hold and spend the next
year doing an independent feasibility study as well as holding public meetings for community
input. He also made it clear to council that no one had come to the table asking for money as
BFIT thinks that they can raise the funds for a new facility privately.
In conclusion, Scotchmer said, "You just don't build up a community by taking things away
Take heed to that and listen to your Bayfield community."
When the time came for council to vote on the motion regarding the permanent removal of the
ice in the Bayfield Arena, Deputy Mayor Jim Fergusson addressed the gallery.
"I find it disturbing that council and staff have been accused of being biased on this issue. I am
sorry that the community feels that way but it is unfounded and untrue. Council doesn't want to
take services away from its communities. All Bluewater receives the services that they deserve
and expect within the revenues that they have," he said. "I asked for the report that was started
by the former Facilities Manager and finished by the CAO. There are considerable capital costs
in that arena and I can't commit wondering if the ice equipment will continue to work. I want to
work with people who want to lean forward not backward."
Hensall Ward Councilor, Marnie Hill said she believed that the municipal staff had provided
accurate, concise information that was acceptable for Bluewater. She also noted that she is not
in favor of a community run hall because in the long run it would still be the responsibility of
Bluewater. She also disagreed with the comment that parents won't drive their children to other
centres for recreation activities.
"There is no skating club in Hensall so I drive them to Zurich," Hill said.
"(Removing the ice) is what is best for Bluewater," she added. "In ten years it will be Hensall on
the chopping block."
Whetstone then took his turn to address council, "At the last meeting my comments on the
report were challenged regarding items that our previous Facility Manager had stated in the
report as 'required' or `necessary' in order for ice to be part of the facility for the next three
years and the capital costs."
As a result, the Bayfield Ward Councilor took it upon himself to do some research regarding
the three areas that were in question: the board and glass system and netting, the refrigeration
system and the ice-resurfacer.
"On Page 107 of the (Bayfield Arena — Ice Surface) report it states that the boards and glass
system and netting 'do not meet Hockey Canada Standards'. As I stated previously this is not
correct. To justify my response I have since contacted Todd Jackson, director, Insurance and
Risk Management, Hockey Canada.
"Healing the Hurt Program" is a preventative mental
health initiative for youth and young adults that
complement other agencies' programs in the county.
It is a grief recovery group, facilitated by a Certified
Grief Recovery Specialist, which guides participants
through specific and practical actions to deal with the
emotional upheaval caused by a loss. It is an
educational and skill -building program that promotes
a safe environment and allows connections, bonding
and support. In an effort to minimize unhealthy
coping strategies, Huron Hospice's goal is to equip
youth and young adults with the knowledge, skills
and support to handle loss in their lives.
At the Second Annual Handbags for Hospice Gala,
our compassionate community raised $15,000 in
support for this program alone, in five minutes. The
proceeds have allowed Huron Hospice to continue
building awareness, train facilitators, and begin
offering this program in every high school in Huron
County on a yearly basis. Because of a generous
community, youth and young adults will have a
chance to "heal from their hurt."
"Suicide Support Group" is a six-week program that
provides a safe place for those left behind after a
suicide. The stigma of suicide and the associated
painful questions and emotions often leave
individuals feeling isolated when they need support
most. Bereavement from suicide is unique,
profoundly difficult and complex. This program
provides guidance through the individual's grief
process and allows participants to share and ask
questions with others who have experienced a
similar loss.
"Grief Recovery Program for Pet Loss" is a step-by-
step program for grieving the loss of a pet in a
meaningful way. For a pet owner, grieving is often
intense and can be an extremely difficult experience.
Pets are always there when others may not be; they
listen without any analysis, criticism, or judgment. It
can be difficult to understand the bereavement pet
owners can feel if one has not had a similar
attachment to an animal. The sense of loss can be
acute and very painful.
"Helping Children Deal with Loss" is an educational
presentation for parents, teachers, caregivers and
anyone who works closely with children. Grief for a
child can be caused by any number of life events
such as divorce or separation of parents, death of a
loved one, moving homes or schools, loss of friends,
being bullied at school, etc. It is important to have the
knowledge and skills to help a child handle this loss
in a healthy way. Grief can have negative life-long
effects on a child if it is not processed well. This
program helps individuals learn more about
childhood grief and gain valuable tools to help a child
when loss occurs.
Huron Residential Hospice understands that it is a
privilege to walk alongside individuals in our
community during times of grief and bereavement. It
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"In his email he stated and I quote: The recommendations around facilities are in our rulebook
is the compassion of community members that has
on Page 14. Note these are only recommendations. Presently we have no guidelines around
built the foundation of Huron Hospice and continues
netting."
to uphold the vision of Huron Residential Hospice. All
the kindhearted volunteers of Huron Hospice are the
Whetstone then brought council's attention to Page 14 of the Hockey Canada Rulebook.''
backbone of this organization. They believe in its
mission, vision and values and will continue to
"Let's look at Page 14 Section 1 Rule 1.2. 'It is recommended that glass, plexiglass or other
provide quality and holistic palliative care support for
similar material be mounted to the boards, flush to the playing surface, to assist in the
our compassionate community in the residential
prevention of pucks going into the spectator area.' So there is $120,000 of so called
hospice.
requirements that are not required at all," said Whetstone.
If you or someone you know would like to join or
Whetstone also noted that the former facilities manager sought the opinion of Cimco
inquire more about a grief recovery program, please
Refrigeration out of Toronto, a company that services the ice of NHL teams like the Toronto
contact Huron Hospice at 519-482-3440 Ext. 6301.
Maple Leafs, with regards to the arena's refrigeration system rather than consulting Black and
McDonald with a branch in London, ON, who have been servicing the equipment for more than
**Kailyn Pasma, RN, CHPCN(c), Huron Hospice
three decades.
Board Member
"Why would we use Cimco Refrigeration for this when Black and McDonald have been
servicing this equipment for over 30 years? They are the experts on what has been done and
what is needed. Black and McDonald were sent the report and have responded based on the
three items that are considered to be required for ice to be installed for the next three years."
Black and McDonald's report on the ice requirements stated that they have all the parts
available to repair or replace the refrigeration compressor, arena dehumidifier and condenser if
needed during the course of the next three years.
It was noted in the report by Black and McDonald that the condenser has a history of repaired
tube leaks; however, the condenser ran without issue last ice season. "It is reasonable to say
that we could get the condenser through the next three ice seasons with available parts and
scheduled maintenance, but it is impossible to predict failure of the unit due to its age," Black
and McDonald said in their report.
The company reported that the cost to maintain the ice equipment could range from $3,000 to
$19,500. They also estimated the replacement costs for all three pieces of equipment to total
$125,000.
Whetstone stated, "So here is another $168,000 to $233,729 of so called requirements that are
not required at all."
He added, "The state of the ice-resurfacer has also been questioned and there is no need as it
is still passes any regulations and the municipality has the documentation to show that."
He then posed the question, "Why are we afraid of having a public meeting? How can any
councilor make a decision on such a sensitive subject without hearing from the residents?"
According to BACPA it would appear that council is satisfied that the requested public meeting
already took place four years ago under the direction of the previous council. However, in doing
some research BACPA believes that the meeting that council seems to be referencing was by
invitation only at the request of the then Bayfield Arena Working Committee sent out on Nov.
13, 2013. It asked that local service clubs and groups with an interest in the facility attend a
meeting in the Council Chambers in Varna on Nov. 28, 2013. They were allowed to appoint one
spokesperson per group.
"This, in our opinion, does not constitute a public meeting," said Keys.
As a result BFIT and the BACPA are together inviting all Bluewater community residents to
attend a Public Meeting regarding the permanent removal of ice from the Bayfield Arena in the
spring of 2018. The date originally set for tomorrow (Sept. 14) has been postponed as the
Mayor was unable to attend. A new date will be posted as soon as he provides the two groups
with a date suitable to his attendance. Members of council have also been invited to attend.
The letter from BACPA and BFIT was brought forth at the Sept. 5 meeting of Bluewater
Council. According to BACPA, the letter of intent on the cost to purchase the arena was
approved for discussion at the next council meeting scheduled for Sept. 18 at 6 p.m. in the
Council Chambers at the Stanley Complex in Varna.
***Here is a link to the Hockey Canada Rulebook
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REMEMBER ME?
Volume 8
There are countless photographs of people in the Bayfield Historical Society's Archives
collection, but sadly their names were never recorded. In this section we will showcase an
image with the hopes that one of our subscribers might be able to identify the individual(s) in
the photo. Please email your information to the Editor's attention at the address listed near the
bottom of the page in "Submissions" or you can email the archivist directly at
bayarchives@tcc.on.ca or click on the image and make a comment on Flickr.
Editor's Note: We are now adding the archive's code to the information supplied with the
photographs so that if anyone would like to learn more from the Bayfield Archives about
certain pictures they can use the code to make the process easier.
This week, Arthur Peck Cleveland is pictured catching up on the news. Does anyone
remember him? (Archives Code: PB12 8a)
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ISSUE 423
In Issue 423, an image submitted by a subscriber
depicts some fun on the courts by members of the
Bayfield International Croquet Club back in the days
when the dress code was less formal and the
beverage of choice could be found in a stubby bottle
Does anyone recognize any of the players?
A subcriber wrote in to identify the men in this photo
as I -r: Mr. Raymond Bauer, Dr. William A. Tillmann,
Mr. Hubert Gregory, Dr. Jack Walters and Dr. Gill
Heseltine
Tillmann, Gregory and Walters were three of the
founding members of the Bayfield International
Croquet Club. The photo would have been taken
circa 1975.
Reader Lorne Cook, also wrote in to say, "I believe
the gentleman trying to whack the balls in the photo
ais the great Dr. Bill Tillmann at the old course
known as 'Foamy Acres'. My dad was also active in
the initial forming of the club as well as an active
player."
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FALCONER -POUNDER
On Sept. 6, organizers of the International
Plowing Match (IPM) and Rural Expo 2017 invited
members of the Media and Sponsors to tour the
Tented City in Walton, ON and the Bayfield
Breeze was there!
The Media were assigned to IPM Executive
members to tour with, encouraged to take part in
a Tug -of -War and invited to try their hand at
plowing by hand.
All in attendance were treated to a locavore lunch
prepared by Chef Devin Tabor, as well as
refreshment samples from Cowbell Brewery and
Maelstrom Winery.
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These horses could barely contain their enthusiasm to get to turning the soil during the plowing demonstration
that closed out Media and Sponsor Day at the Tented City for the 2017 IPM on Sept. 6.
Queen of the Furrow 2016-17, Anita Rastapkevicius and Jacquie Bishop, chair of the Huron County IPM, took
part in a Tug A War during Media Day on Sept. 6.
Scott Miller, of CN News (middle); and Denny Scott, with The Citizen (right), took part in the Tug of War
challenge versus their female media counterparts during Media Day at the IPM on Sept. 6.
Those in attendance also participated in a flag
raising ceremony, got a sneak peek at the Huron
County Showcase Tent and viewed a plowing
demonstration from the days of horse to present
day.
The following are a few fun facts that make the
100th IPM, and the fifth one to be hosted along
Ontario's West Coast, unique.
IPM 2017 by the Numbers
• 100,000 the number of visitors expected to
attend the match
• 11,000 parking spaces
• 8,000 plus local students are registered to come
to the match
• 1,400 volunteers who will do everything from
answer the phone to make lunches to park cars
• 1,200 serviced RV sites available
• 1,000 acres of land devoted to the Tented City,
RV Park, plowing & parking
• 100 acres alone devoted to the Tented City
• 400 entries for the Antique Tractors and
Historical Display area
• 325 hydro poles, 70 transformers and over 20
KMs of power lines running from pole to pole
comprise the hydro grid for the match all built by
Hydro One apprentices
• 200 plowing competitors registered; the largest
number in recent years
• 168 Barn Quilts (combined 8x8 and 4x4) to
create the Huron County Barn Quilt Trail
• 64 doors decorated by talented Huron County
artists
• 50 sub committees for IPM 2017
• 27 young women will compete in the Queen of
the Furrow Competition
• 16 young women will compete in the first ever
Princess of the Furrow Competition.
• 7 stages offering up live entertainment daily
throughout the match
• 5 acre patch -of -plenty producing pumpkins,
gourds & sunflowers to decorate the grounds and
for fundraising and all cared for by volunteers
• 5 years in the making — IPM 2017!
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Representatives from 17 different media outlets toured the IPM Tented City on Sept. 6 along with IPM sponsors
and county officials.
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The 100 -acre tented city is mapped out complete with street names for ease in navigating. Marianna Avenue
North and South which outlines the city is named after the late Marianna Ryan, matriarch of the host family.
The Beautification Committee looked to the talented
artists around the county to paint 64 old doors to help
conceal the unsightly, but necessary, hydro poles on the
match grounds. The results are some fabulous folk art!
IPM 2017 Firsts
• The Brussels Fall Fair will be held in conjunction
with the IPM, be sure to come and ride the Ferris
wheel - this is the first time in the history of the
IPM that a Fair has been set up in the tented city
• A Princess of the Furrow Competition
• This is the first Match to have a Committee
devoted to Accessibility at the Match ensuring it is
the most accessible Match to date
• Jacquie Bishop, the first female to chair an
International Plowing Match
History of Huron County as Host
1946 Port Albert Airfield, Goderich, Huron County
1966 Jas. Scott Farms, Seaforth, Huron County
1978 Jim Armstrong & neighbouring farms,
Wingham, Huron County
1999 Earl, Linda and Michael Becker and
neighboring farms, Dashwood, Huron County
2017 Jack Ryan family and neighboring farms,
Walton, Huron County
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Huron County Showcase Co-ordinator, Jenna Ujiye, spoke to the media and sponsors from the Huron County
Showcase Tent. Also sharing their thoughts on the IPM and the county's involvement were Huron County
Warden Jim Ginn, Mayor of Huron East Bernie McLellan and County of Huorn CAO Meighan Wark.
Team Farmall Dancing Tractors gave a brief demonstration during Media Day with MPP Lisa Thompson acting as
their caller. This crowd pleasing entertainment can be found in Walton Square with performances twice daily
during the match.
Media Day included a stop at Tented City's Mutual Square
for the official raising of the Canadian Flag that will fly
over the site for the week of the IPM. Cindy Fischer told
the story of the flag that once flew from the Peace Tower
in Ottawa. It was donated by a Huron County family who
had signed up to receive a flag over a decade ago. The
substantial size of the flag warranted a very tall pole
which the IPM organizers made happen. The flag was
raised by MPP Lisa Thompson, Jack Ryan, owner of the
Host Farm of Tented City; and Bill Strong, representative
for Huron -Bruce MP Ben Lobb.
For Your Information
IPM 2017 will take place Sept. 19-23, in Walton,
ON. Tickets will be available at the gates on the
day of for $18 per person. More information about
all the entertainment schedules and programming
for IPM 2017 can be found online at
plowing match.org/ipm-2017 or the Facebook
Page Huron IPM 2017.
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A plowing demonstration showing how the process has evolved in the last 100 years closed out Media Day.
Want a sneak peek of the site too? Folks are invited to attend a nondenominational church service Sunday, Sept.
17 at 3 p.m. on the IPM site.
The 100th edition of the largest farm show in Canada will be held in Walton ON on Sept. 19-23.
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Owner of the Host Farm of Tented City Jack Ryan received
his Mayoral Chain of Office on Aug. 31 at the
Beautification Gala. He wore it proudly on Media Day
Sept. 6.
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Sept. 6, 2017 1 had the opportunity to tour the Tented City for IPM 2017 to be held in Walton next week. The media were paired
with members of the IPM Executive and I was matched with Karen Redmond, chair of the Beautification Committee. At
lunchtime she asked me if I had, had much involvement with past IPMs.
I explained that the first one I had been too was actually the event in 2013 near Mitchell. I also mentioned I had helped with the
Queen of the Furrow dinner hosted by the Bayfield Agricultural Society in 1999, when the IPM was held in Dashwood, as my
Pathfinder unit served at the meal. And I remembered my parents going to the one in Wingham in 1978 but as it was a school
day I wasn't allowed to go.
This sent the conversation on a bit different path as we both noted how great it was that there is now an Education Day at the
IPM (Sept. 20) where area school children are welcome to attend. She noted that as a youth she and a cousin were all set to go to the IPM in Seaforth but
then at the last minute they weren't able to go because it was too muddy at the site.
I asked her if she'd mind telling me what year that was. She answered, 1966."
"Well, okay," I responded. "I have been to two IPMs then. I went to the one held in Seaforth. My Dad would often tell the story of how he took my then
expectant Mother to the match and she got stuck in the mud — walked right out of a rubber boot."
Here is hoping that next week I am able to add a third IPM to my list and that there are lots of happy children enjoying the exhibits set up in dry fields
under clear skies. Sending best wishes for a successful IPM 2017. — Melody
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