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Penetanguishene Citizen (1975-1988), 20 May 1981, p. 10

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Here's campers' code by Robin Nutbrown With the start of camping season upon us, it is wise for scouters and boys to review the provisions of _ the woodsman's code. 1. Keep the group small. 2. Prepare carefully and be self-sufficient 3. Use existing trails and portages 4. Use switch backs in trails 5 Follow game trails rather than breaking new ones 6. Wear lug-soled foot gear only when ab- solutely necessary. dl: Use existing campsites 8. Do not overstay or expend the campsite. 9; Use natural materials for shelters only in emergencies 10. Do not landscape the campsite 11. Use the natural drainage of the site and use a floored tent. 12. Use stores as required to minimize environmental impact 13. Keep fires small 14. Use existing fire pit 15. If there is no fire pit, remove' ground cover and set aside. Dig down to mineral soil, away from roots and overhanging trees. Before leaving the area, cover dead ash and replace ground cover 16. Use only dead fall for firewood 17. Burn to a white ash. Retreiva;all non- burnable garbage 18. Extinguish all fires completely. Douse, stir, douse again 197°, Use outhouses 20. If necessary, dig a small shallow latrine at least 35m from open existing MSS music makers Parkview Public School pupils last week heard will direct MSS' music makers tomorrow night at Midland Secondary School's concert band during MSS for an 8 p.m. concert you won't want to miss. an assembly at Parkview. That's music director Phyllis McCullough who along with Brenda King NOTICE Price increase effective May 21, 1981 SAVE NOW-LIMITED TIME ONLY All water well contracts signed on or before May 21, 1981 Water well drilling complete pump installations Licensed bythe Ministry of Environment member of 0.W.W.A. & C.W.W.A. HOWELL DRILLING RR1 Waubashene Call Doug Howell at 538-2573 If no answer - Call 526-3057 "A family name in water well drilling" Page 10, Wednesday, May 20, 1981 water 21. Use _ single-ply white toilet paper 22. What is carried in must be carried out, burn it, bash it, bag it and bring it back. 23. Waterways are not sinks, bathtubs' or laundry facilities. Use a dish pan:. and dump wash water into a hole located at least 150ft from shoreline 24. Use biodegradable soap (Sunlight type) 25. Because you are a guest in someone's home, remember to act accordingly 26. Avoid over-fishing, over-hunting and over- trapping 27. Obey all fish game, and forestry laws and regulations. 28. Do not pick wild edible foods or craft materials except where abundant. Conserve 29. Pack out all non- biodegradable garbage you find. 30. Evaluate existing woodcraft, projects if inappropriate, dism- antle 31. Eliminate un- necessary firepits. Leave bundles of dry wood covered so that it is available for emergency use. 32. Fill in over-used latrines situated too close to water. 33. Inform authorities of the mistakes of others which are too extensive for you to cope with. NG AROUND £2 SCOUTS CANAD: A good motto for you to follow is: "Take nothing but pictures, leave nothing but footsteps, walk softly in the wilderness."' Exchange students visit by Eleonor Edwards and Carol Graham Two exchange students from Pen- ticton, B.C. are visiting in the community this week, Brenda Rogers is Staying with Sylvia Jones ._and_ Daryl Renkema is visiting with Ivan Miller. Sylvia and Ivan spent a week with their visitors during the first week of April in B.C. Weekend guests of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Mrs. James Lane and Mrs. Arthur Lane of the Manitoulin. On Saturday they all at- tended the graduation ceremonies at Sir Sanford Fleming College in Peterborough when Miss Linda Lane, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James' Lane received her degree in Business Administr- ation. Ross Rumney of Burlington visited on Sunday with Mr. and Vasey the country flavour of the auction and the home cooking for lunch. Glenn Nixon of Toronto spent the past week visiting with his father Mr. Jack Nixon. Bob Jones of Edmonton is spending this week visiting with Mrs. Melvern Isaac and Mrs. Clare McKeown were in Unionville on Wed- nesday to visit with Mrs. J. Bell at the Bethany Lodge. Sunday, Mr. and Mrs. Clare McKeown visited with Mr. and Mrs. Bob McKeown, Robbie and Rumney were Mr. and Hearing Tests set for Midland and Area Modern electronic hearing tests will be given free in honor of "Better Hearing & Speech Month' being celebrated nationally during May. Location - |.0.0.F. Temple Date - Tues., May 26th Time - 12 Noon to 8 p.m. Anyone who has trouble hearing is welcome to have a test using modern electronic equipment. Even people now wearing an aid or those who have been told nothing could be done for them should have a hearing test and find out which of the latest methods of hearing correction can help them hear better; don't pass up this opportunity. We will take impressions for custom made Ear Plugs. Joan L. Parker, Specialist Beltone Hearing Aid Service The Downtown Centre, 110 Dunlop St., West Barrie, (705) 737-1113 (Main Office) Certified Hearing Aid Mrs. Rumney Mr. and Mrs. Brian A manda of Sunday visitors with Jones and family. Bracebridge. Mr. and Mrs. Ken June6 Robinson were Dr. and Vasey United Church will sponsor a Church Mrs. Allan Robinson, Auction Saturday, June 6 at 11 a.m. at Vasey Adam and Joel of Community Park. Featured will be home Mississauga. baking, auction items and pony rides for the Ivan Bruce Miller, son of Mr. and Mrs. Karl Miller was confirmed and received into the fellowship of the Vasey United Church during the service of worship on Sunday. Mrs. Robert Graham of Elmvale and Miss Margaret Graham of Orillia were Sunday visitors with Mr. and Mrs. Stan Robinson and family. The Vasey U.C.W. will meet at the home of Mrs. Wilma Warne on May 27 at 1.30 p.m. Sympathy of the community goes out to the Lockhart family on the passing of the late Mr. Bob Lockhart of Fergus who passed away on Saturday. The Vasey United Church will hold their annual auction sale on June 6, at the Com- munity Park. The sale will begin at 11 a.m. and youngsters. June7 Simcoe County Museum will be holding its annual spring festival on Sunday, June 7 from 1:30 p.m. until 5 p.m. Featured will be decorations by the local horticultural societies and the Barrie Concert Band. Admission free. A tremendous selection of imported and - domestic fashion fabrics at discount prices! Besides our basic fabrics. we also stock an outstanding range of bridal and = exclusive materials for formal o cosions! MILL OUTLET 547 Bayfield St. N. (Hwy. 26/27) 726-2556 Sete earl Re es Just north of Georgian Mall, Barrie refreshment -- booth. Open daily 9:30 - 6:00 Come early and enioy Wed., Thurs., Fri. 9:30-9:30; Sat. 9:30-6:00 This Summer, History isn't just a Thing of the Past The Historic Naval and Military Establishment Announces the return of VISITING FRIENDS For ages 8-11 Children enrolled as "Friends": --wear authentic 19th century costumes --prepare and eat 19th century foods --learn skills such as macrame, carpentry, sketching and hearthside cooking. --experience the daily routine of children from another era The 2-day session begin on July 6, Pre-registration is required. Information and registration forms available from the Historic Naval and Military Establishments, end of Church St., Penetanguishene (549- 8064). Come to the Establishments and BE A FRIEND Ministry of Culture and Recreation Ontario

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