S\ N a - Fan Todds shail L AR PET TR Snowmobiling on the increase (From page?) longest and most difficult snow machine race on. the continent. The International 500 Snowmobile Race, which originates in St. Paul, Minnesota, takes place over three days ending in Winni- peg, Manitoba. It's usually held the last week of January or early February. Ontario's Haliburton High- lands are another ideal spot for snowmobiling. Only two hours from Toronto, the aréa has 480 km (300 miles) of groomed and marked trails. The Haliburtons border on Algonquin Park where there are additional groomed trails. The Huronia and Muskoka area are also with- in two hours driving of Toronto and provide many resorts which cater to snow- mobilers. Ontario is home to the famous Whipper Watson Snowarama, a fund-raising snowmobile rally held at different dates in various communities across the- province. Proceeds buy equipment and develop facilities for crippled child- ren in Ontario. The province of Quebec has one of the finest snow- mobile networks in the world. More than 51,200 km (32,000 miles) of trails travel through beautiful forests and over frozen lakes, linking up with trails in Maine in the United States. Quebec is the snowmobiling ~ centre of Canada, with a system of highway-like trails spanning the province. Woodstock, New Bruns- wick, a picturesque town with a population of 5,000, is a popular destination among snowmobilers. Visitors are treated with genuine hospita- lity as they tour the 280 km (175 miles) of trails in the area. Sugarloaf and Mactaquac provincial parks also provide facilities for snow- mobilers in New Brunswick. The recent surge in the popularity of snowmobiling has resulted in the rejuvena- tion of winter tourism in many parts of Canada. Resorts which at one time were strictly summer attrac- tions are now open year- 25252525252525252525252525252525252525252525252525 26 'round to serve -the ever- increasing demand for winter accomodation. Many offer ski-snowmobile pack- ages for. those who like a little variety in their vaca- tion. Whether "enjoying the majestic beauty of the Cana- dian Rockies, the numerous frozen lakes of the Halibur- ton Highlands, or the fores- ted charm of New Brunswick Canada's picture province, snowmobiling is a great way to spend a winter vacation in Canada's outdoors. For more information about Canada as a travel destination contact the Canadian Government Office of Tourism, Ottawa, Canada, K1A 0H6. Greenbank UCW hold Nov. meeting by Helen Thomson The Evening Unit of the Greenbank U.C.W. held the November meeting on the 14th at the home of Brenda Gibson. The Group taking part in the Devotional, con- sisted of Brenda Gibson, Jean Hunter and Marg Couperthwaite. They chose as the theme - '"Remem- brance". Marie Cookntan assisted at the piano. The Business was con- ducted by President, Elma Roundell. The Minutes and Correspondence were read by Secretary Eunice Rahm. Sixteen members and one visitor answered the Roll Call - "Ways That Families Can Worship Together." It was announced that all the Ladies are invited to the Institute meeting, Wed., November 21st, at 2 o'clock, in the Hall to hear an excel- lent speaker. A motion was carried that . we send a $20.00 donation to each of the following - C.N.I.B., John Milton Soc., " Victor Home, Fred Victor Mission, Street Haven, Alcohol & Drug Concerns, and the Bursary Fund. A letter was rea] from the Port Perry Hospital Aux. asking for baking for the Bake Sale in .the Hospital Lobby on Friday, December 14th, at 1 o'clock. IC SCC 525252525¢ 525¢5252525¢5252525252525¢ Ta Ta a wT ACACICICICIC : 66 Brock St. W., Uxbridge 852-5291 D. THAPAR . 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A bulletin was received from the Gladiolus Society with instructions for enter- ing the Gladiolus competi- Mr. Frank Vale is to put up a new light in front of the Church. We are to cater to a Family celebration early in December. Our Christmas meeting will be Wed., December 5th, at 10 a.m. for Devotions, followed by a Pot Luck Luncheon. Both Units will take part and all ladies are invited. A motion was anid that we donate $160.00 to the M & S.Fund, and $300.00 to the Board of Stewards. The Institute have adopted tion for next year. Instruc- tions were included for preparing gladiolus corms for winter storage. Old corms should be removed and discarded. The new corms should be' treated with fungicide and insecticide and stored in flat containers. Rekka Wygerde suggested books be bought for the library with some 'of the funds. Ida Hertig reported that the gardens at the cenotaph and museum had been cleaned up and some spring bulbs planted. Lynn Walker, lunch convenor, posted a list of food members are requested to bring to the Pot Luck supper for the December meeting at 6:30 p.m. a Woodstock family who were wiped out, so anyone wishing to donate clothing or other articles may leave them at the home of Mrs. Innis. The Committee to ook after candy bags for the Christmas concert is Eunice Rahm, Ruby Dusty and Doris Hill. Doris Hill read the slate of Officers for 1980 - P. Presi- dent-D. Hill, President-Elma Roundell, Vice President- Helen Thomson, Secretary- (Turn to page 10) Monday, December 4. Prizes are to be presented at the next meeting to the winners of the garden competition held last July. After the meeting adjourn- ed Chris Wilson demonstrat- ed Christmas arrangements, corn husk wreaths, and pine cone dolls. 'The members participated in this work- shop exercise and an interesting time was enjoyed by all. Lunch and a social time ended the evening. 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