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PROGRESS AT BAYFIELD RIVER FLATS
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People are never too old to lace up their skates and
take to the ice for "Canada's Game" and members of
the community are invited to come out and watch two
games at the Bayfield Arena this week.
The Bayfield Relics have home ice advantage
against the Goderich Lakeport tonight (Jan. 3) at
8:30 p.m.
The Bayfield Relics are an Oldtimers Hockey Team
that was founded in 1987. Their home ice is the
Bayfield Arena. The Relics play their season
schedule versus teams from Huron and Middlesex
Counties.
Tomorrow night (Jan. 4) it is time for some over 50
hockey as the Exeter 50+ visit Bayfield at 8 p.m. to
take on their rivals, the Bayfield 50+ hockey team.
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About 30 people from Bayfield joined eight members of the Stratford Field Naturalists (SFN) for a hike through
the Bayfield River Flats on May 9, 2017. (Photo by Jack Pal)
During the autumn of 2016, almost a quarter of the population of the Village of Bayfield
donated to a fundraising campaign to purchase the 4.75 -acre plot of land on the river, to the
immediate southeast of the bridge, known as the Bayfield River Flats. Community -minded
people donated from all over North America, including families who cherish this small village
and who recognized that this would probably be the last opportunity to ensure that the public
would always have access to the river.
The property had fallen into disrepair before ownership finally passed to the Huron Tract Land
Trust Conservancy (HTLTC) in December 2016. Last winter, the Bayfield River Valley Trail
Association (BRVTA) management team, who have a 10 -year management agreement to look
after the property, thought that it would take a couple of years to clean things up. Old boat
cradles, machinery, and rubbish were strewn all over the property and dead and dying trees
posed a potential risk to everyone who dared walk on the paths.
Doug Vanderhaar volunteered to clean up the 'Flats' with his equipment.
Vanderhaar also arranged to have crews from Kornaker Construction come to cut up and
transport a large old rusted -out barge that had been sitting in the mud for decades, at no cost.
Approximately 30 tons of steel was removed.
ARENA FUTURE
Those in the community with an interest in the future
of the Bayfield Arena may wish to attend the next
meeting of the Bayfield Complex Feasibility Study
Working group that will be held tomorrow (Jan. 4) at
the Bayfield Lions' Community Building.
The public is invited to attend this meeting that will
begin at 5:15 p.m. To view the agenda visit:
bit.ly/21 hoOAk.
PUBLIC SKATING
Familes looking for a fun winter activity over the
Christmas Break should consider taking a spin
around the ice at the Bayfield Arena.
The doors will be open on Jan. 3 and Jan. 4, noon to
2 p.m.; and Jan. 5, 10:30 a.m. to noon.
One Care is hosting blood pressure monitoring and
measurement as part of the Cardiovascular Health
Awareness Program (CHAP) in Bayfield.
CHAP
The goal of CHAP is to promote cardiovascular
health in the local community and to raise awareness
about the importance of blood pressure monitoring.
CHAP is a free service providing a reliable screen
and follow up through a program based out of
McMaster University. To learn more visit -
chapprogram.ca.
Trained volunteers will help participants measure
their blood pressure and complete a heart and stroke
risk profile. A copy of these results will be given to
the participant and, with their permission, sent to
their family physician if they are participating in the
program.
The sessions run from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the first
Thursday of every month, at Pharmasave Michael's
Pharmacy. (Please note date and time change.) First
visits require an onsite registration.
Contact One Care for more information at 1-877-502-
8277.
WINTER WALK
One of the most anticipated events of the New Year
is the annual Winter Walk hosted by the Bayfield
River Valley Trail Assocation (BRVTA). This year the
walk held on the Varna Nature Trails is set for Jan.
13.
The Winter Walk that starts at 11 a.m. provides
occasion to breathe fresh air, explore a local trail,
meet community members and get moving into 2018.
The Winter Walk is hosted at the Varna Complex 1
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Doug Vanderhaar arranged to have crews from Kornaker Construction come to cut up and transport a large old
rusted -out barge at no cost. (Submitted photo)
Vanderhaar not only removed all of the abandoned junk, he started implementing a plan that
landscape architect, Kim McCabe, had developed and donated. A disused parking lot was
reopened and Vanderhaar donated and installed barriers that were positioned to prevent
vehicles from creating more erosion problems on the riverbank and pathways. The entire
project was done in conjunction with Ausable Bayfield Conservation Authority (ABCA) staff for
approval of work in the floodplain.
Tenders were called to clear the dead and dying trees and John Vanderhaar, the owner of
Bayfield Tree Service, was the successful bidder. Bayfield Tree Service far exceeded all
expectations and they not only cut down all of the dangerous trees, they did an enormous
amount of chipping so that all the paths are now covered in wood chips.
An Arborist from the ABCA, Ian Jean, visited the 'Flats' and recommended the species of trees
that would work best in that environment. With the financial help of a grant from Sourcewater
Protection, and Hank Vander Velde's equipment, dozens of new trees were planted to replace
the ones that had been removed. Thanks also to Steve Bowers and Don Farwell from the
HTLTC for their expertise in forestry and birding. Farwell brought the Strafford Field Naturalists
for a day and 37 bird species were identified in 90 minutes!
Near a newly created kayak and canoe launch, a large patch of Giant Hogweed was
professionally sprayed to ensure that this invasion species was controlled.
The Municipality of Bluewater donated six picnic tables that were surplus from Clan Gregor
Square.
Negotiations with the Ontario Ministry of Transportation (MTO), regarding the impact on the
River Flats during construction of a new Bayfield Bridge are ongoing. Final plans have not
been presented nor have any substantive negotiations taken place. Although final bridge plans
have not been revealed, the owners of the property, the HTLTC, have received a letter from the
Minister of Transportation, which gave assurances that if at all possible, a safe walkway under
the bridge would be incorporated into the final design.
The most startling discovery about the Bayfield River Flats, aside from the beavers who make
it their permanent home, has been the number of anglers from all over Southwestern Ontario,
who consider this to be the prime regional fishing destination. People are encouraged to check
out some of the 'YouTube' videos about Bayfield fishing, those who do so will be surprised how
highly this small village is rated throughout Ontario.
Apart from fishermen, the Bayfield River Flats has seen considerable community use by
naturalists, community groups, Girl Guides, families and hikers.
KM West of Varna. Guided hikes are led between 11
a.m. and noon along the Mavis Trail or Taylor Trail.
Following the hikes, everyone is invited to warm up
indoors with cider and hotdogs. This is also a great
opportunity for people to renew their BRVTA
membership! Everyone welcome.
DINE FOR HOSPICE
Beat the winter blues and lift your spirits by getting
together with your friends and neighbors for a special
three -course gourmet dinner at Renegades Diner, in
support of the new Huron Residential Hospice.
On Tuesday, Jan. 23 and Wednesday, Jan. 31st,
Wayne McDougall and Paula Foley, the owners of
Renegades, will open their restaurant especially for
these fundraising events.
Book a table for this celebration with members of
your book club, hiking group, bridge club, or just
good friends and neighbors and shake off those
seasonal blahs.
Dinner will be served between 5 and 8 p.m. on either
day and you can make reservations with Renegades
for a seating time. The menu will consist of either a
salad or soup, chicken cordon bleu (Jan. 23) or a
French cut pork chop for the (Jan. 31), followed by a
choice of delicious dessert. A vegetarian option will
also be available.
Buy your tickets at Renegades Diner between Jan.
12 and 21. The price per person is $50 in advance or
$55 at the door, either cash or cheque payable to
Huron Residential Hospice. As an extra bonus, each
ticket holder will receive a gift certificate from
Renegades as well.
Enjoy some good company, great food and help
support the creation of a much- needed Hospice.
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Thanks to the BRVTA Trail Blazer work crews lead by Peter Jeffers and village volunteers who
have stepped up to improve this very special part of Bayfield, the Bayfield River Flats Natural
Area is a special place now and will be even better in future.
For more information visit HTLTC.ca or Bayfieldtrails.com.
Old boat cradles and machinery were littered all over the River Flats. (Submitted photo)
IASSAGE THERAPIA
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Members of the Bayfield Artist Guild (BAG) will be brightening dull
winter days with their colorful art in a display at the Bayfield Public
Library from Jan. 3 to Feb. 7.
Both paintings and pottery in a variety of styles ranging from realistic to
abstract will make up the exhibit. There may even be some stained
glass on display. The library window allows welcome light and viewing
form the sidewalk so participants are embracing this great opportunity
to share locally created art with the community.
BAG was formed in 2016 and welcomes creative people to join from
those with no artistic experience to professional artists. They gather
together every other Friday. To learn more contact them on Facebook
at Bayfield Artist Guild.
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Artist: Lore Keller
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Artist: Anita Vanderhaar
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Medium: Oil, 5" x 8"
Artist: Mary Hurley
Title: Hydrangea Arrangement
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Title: Circle Vase
Medium: Pottery, one foot tall approx.
Artist: Unknown
Title: Bottle People (one of four)
Medium: Acrylic on canvas, 6" x 8" approx.
Artist: Laura Browne
Title: "Lake Huron Tack"
Medium: Acrylic, 14" x 12"
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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, a photo taken at the wedding of Lucy Woods and Carl Diehl. Does anyone
remember this special day or the guests pictured? (Archives Code: PB12 14a)
Make your comments... click on any image and it will
take you to Flickr.
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In Issue 442, Benjamin and Jenny Spencer are
featured in this undated photograph. Does anyone
remember them? (Archives Code: PB12 14a)
ISSUE 443
In Issue 443, these three lads look like they are
ready to suitably ring in the New Year. Records
identify them to be "Roy — McLeod - Fraser" in this
undated image. Does anyone remember them?
(Archives Code: PB12 13a)
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LAKE HURON
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A RETROSPECTIVE OF VILLAGE HAPPENINGS FROM MAY 3 TO AUG. 30
THE BEST OF THE BAYFIELD BREEZE 2017
MAY 10 - ISSUE 410 - BRINGING MOTHERS TOGETHER AS A COMMUNITY: The mothers and babies at a recent
MILKS meeting were I -r: Te -Anna Morgan and Lucy, Alisha Shilbe and Scarlett, Jenny Allan and Bridget. Anne
Mary and Jack, Shannon Beattie and Arlo, and Paulien Keys and George along with Huron County Health Nurse
Johanna Calamusa. (Photo by Melody Falconer -Pounder)
MAY 31 - ISSUE 413 - ONE THOUSAND PLASTIC WATER FOWL HIT THE WATER ON A DAY FIT ONLY FOR DUCKS:
The Bayfield Optimist Club got all their ducks in a row for their annual Rubber Duck Race held on May 21. In fact
they got 1,000 ducks in row - selling out the largest number of ducks ever offered to date. For the first time in
race history the weather really was only fit for ducks but despite the drizzle and cool temperatures a generous
crowd gathered at the South Pier of the Bayfield Harbor to cheer on the plastic waterfowl. (Photo by John
Pounder)
STORY BY MELODY FALCONER -
POUNDER
This week we continue our look back on the
Bayfield that was from May 3 to Aug. 30, 2017.
We would like to extend a thank you to all who
take the time to write in and share their comments
about our weekly online publication some of these
notes are filtered through this retrospective.
We would also like to thank the organizations and
individuals who made financial donations to the
Bayfield Breeze this year. Every contribution is
very much appreciated in helping us produce our
weekly issues.
And a reminder that we can also be found at
www.facebook.com/Bayfield Breeze. Like us and
we will be sure to reach 550 followers in no time
at all!
MAY 3 - ISSUE 409 - LARGE CROWDS VISIT 20TH
ANNUAL HOME SHOW: Anyone who took a "selfie" with
this SMEG Refrigerator and then posted it, tagged and
liked Eurohome Kitchens and Appliances on Facebook or
Instagram would be entered to win this fab blue fridge!
(Photo by Melody Falconer -Pounder)
Thanks so much for your efforts...
you give us insight into the past and
present of our beautiful community
... we do appreciate all your efforts. -
L.K., Bayfield
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JUNE 7 - ISSUE 414 - HISTORY OF COUNTY HIGHLIGHTED IN SESQUICENTENNIAL PRODUCTION: Judy
Keightley's sesquicentennial play, "Huron 150", enjoyed a successful run at the end of May at the Bayfield Town
Hall, with many of the audience commenting on the educational component, although laughter and clapping
clearly showed the entertainment value as well.The cast included:Leanne Kavanagh, Alison Lobb, Leigh Salk,
Kate Lloyd -Rees, Rob Bundy, Dave MacLaren, Roger Lewington and Killian Sharpe. (Photo by Gary Lloyd -Rees)
JUNE 21 - ISSUE 416 - CAR ENTHUSIASTS GATHERED IN BAYFIELD TO REMEMBER MR. MG: Organizers deemed
the first annual Brits in Bayfield MG Car Show held on June 17 at The Ashwood Inn a resounding success with
eighty vehicles on display. (Photos by Adriann Schreuder)
JUNE 28 - ISSUE 417 - O BABY! HAPPY BIRTHDAY CANADA!: Wishing Canada a very happy birthday are from I-
r: Janelle Barton with twins, Fiona and Charlie, 11.5 months old; Danielle Kruse with twins Charlie and Chase,
10 months; Pauline Keys with George 5 months, Jenny Allan with Bridget Shanahan, 10.5 months; Shannon
MAY 24 - ISSUE 412 - ONE THOUSAND TICKETS SOLD
FOR SECOND FESTIVAL: Food for the Bayfield Beer &
Food Festival was provided by local restaurants and food
providers: The Albion Hotel, The Ashwood Bourbon Bar,
Bayfield Foodland, Black Dog Pub and Bistro, Highway
Robbery and The Docks Restaurant & Bar represented by
owners, Colin and Tarmara Corriveau. (Photo by Jack Pal)
Thanks for doing such a terrific job
of running the Bayfield Breeze
and your great contribution to the
community, - L. W.
JUNE 14 - ISSUE 415 - OVER NINE THOUSAND RAISED
FOR DOG GUIDES: After the walk, participants and the
general public were treated to a variety of dog -related
activities and presentations. (Photo by Jack Pal)
I'm just reading my weekly edition
of The Breeze. I see week after
week how connected you are with
your community and how you give
your time and energy. I just wanted
to say thank you and I appreciate
your work. You are an inspiration. -
A.N, Bayfield
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Beattie with Arlo 5 months; Nichelle Steenbeek with Brielle 3 months; Anne McBride with Jackson 7 months; and
Cathy Genoch with Joe 7 months. (Photo by Melody Falconer -Pounder)
JULY 5 - ISSUE 418 - VILLAGE PRIDE SWELLED DURING BOUNDARY WALK: It rained in the morning as Canada
Day in Bayfield dawned but that didn't prevent nearly 150 village residents, cottagers and their family and
friends from taking part in the largest hike in the history of the village. Hike Leader Adr!aan Schreuder kept the
group together by waving a very large Canadian flag. (Photo by lack Pal)
JULY 26 - ISSUE 421 - THE DREAMBOATS RAISE CORE TEMPERATURE: Those who attended The Dreamboats
concert at the Bayfield Town Hall on Friday night were taken back to July 23, 1959 and as the musical energy
built in the hall so did the temperature. Things got rather steamy in the town hall so for the second half the
band performed sans jackets as the audience had suggested during the first set. (Photo by Jack Pal)
AUG. 9 - ISSUE 423 - OVERCAST SKIES DIDN'T DETER THE FUN RACE: Pioneer Park Association Race volunteer
extraordinaire Marg Laudenbach cheered on the cyclists. (Photo by Melody Falconer -Pounder)
July 12 - ISSUE 419 - RECORD BREAKING TURN OUT OF
CORVETTES: This 2003 Corvette owned by Jim and Donna
Robbins, of Talbotville, ON had a prominent position in
Clan Gregor Square. (Photo by Melody Falconer -Pounder)
Thank you once again for all the
work putting this lovely little local
paper into our computers. You do a
fantastic job. - Gratefully, J.D.,
Bayfield
JULY 19 - ISSUE 420 - RUMMAGE SALE "GREEN FRIDAY"
ON VILLAGE CALENDAR: Gayle King, of Goderich, has
never missed a Bayfield Pioneer Park Rummage Sale,
attending as an infant with her mother. In fact her
husband, Brian has been attending for about 50 years as
Gail brought him to the event on one of their first dates!
(Photo by Melody Falconer -Pounder)
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AUG. 23 - ISSUE 425 - PRESIDENT REFLECTS ON THE 161ST BAYFIELD FAIR: The train tour was a first for the
fair and probably the most popular activity by far even late into Sunday afternoon the cars were filled with eager
tourists. (Photo by Melody Falconer -Pounder)
AUG. 30 - ISSUE 426 - THREE HUNDRED BUTTERFLIES RELEASED IN PIONEER PARK: Over 300 donors from all
over Huron County came to support the Huron Residential Hospice project, the release of butterflies in a moving,
spiritual tribute to loved ones who have died. Donors were invited to write notes in honor of the loved ones they
were releasing the butterflies for. These were placed around tree trunks and in tree branches in Pioneer Park.
(Photo by Jack Pal)
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AUG. 2 - ISSUE 422 - FISH FRY RECIPE FOR SUCCESS
FOR KNOX PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH: Bob Cosford asked
the eternally burning question, "Do you want (wedge)
fries with that?" (Photo by Melody Falconer -Pounder)
AUG. 16 - ISSUE 424 - FIRST TIME EVENTS BRING NEW
ENERGY TO ANTIQUE SHOW: Deb Stright chatted with
shoppers at the show on Sunday afternoon while
modelling a vintage outfit from JMR Collections on the
village's Main Street. (Photo by Melody Falconer -Pounder)
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PIXI ,ATED - IMAGE OF THE WEEK
Snow squall ... a perfect day for a good book by Gary Lloyd -Rees
Email your photo in Jpeg format to bayfield.breeze@villageofbayfield.com with the subject line Subscriber Photo of the Week. or ... Upload your
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I am looking for the Bayfield that is a delight to the eye — please share photos with a touch of whimsy, beauty, humor or a sense of fun. If you
are to include people in your photos be sure to have their permission to publish their picture on-line and also send in their names and where
they are from. And don't forget to tell me who took the photo for proper credit to be issued
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Ah January! This week I treated myself to a magazine and a puzzle. Page flipping and puzzle making are two of my favorite
indulgent indoor activities to do when the wind is howling, the snow is blowing and the temperature is plummeting. During this
season of hibernation, I also hope to get caught up on some of my digital scrapbooking as well as cracking the covers of two
books I haven't had the opportunity to read.
Here is wishing you time in this the winter of 2018 to do some of the things you love to do but never have a chance to do during
the rest of the year! - Melody
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Ideas and contributions to the Bayfield Breeze are always welcome.
Deadlines for submissions are Sundays at 4 p.m.
Please email me at bayfeld.breeze@villageofbayfield.com or call 519-525-3830.
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