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---- annPrti I POTCtS SCeCHnEC White foursome takes Goring right to the edge The Cindy White skipped foursome came up short in Huntsville at the Southern On- tario Ladies Curling Association Regional Playdowns but certainly made their presence felt. After winning their first two contests against Barrie and Port Elgin, Cindy and her rink of Donna O'Hara, Sandra Brett and Marg Moore faced the number one ranked rink in Ontario, Alison Goring of Bayview (Toronto). With a victory, White was headed for. the Ontario championship, while a loss would send her to the B side where another victory would also send her to the provincial finals. Unfortunately, a win for the Midland girls was not in the cards as they entered the tenth end tied, but without the hammer. With last rock, Goring was facing a Midland counter and threw a takeout to count two winning 7-5 and a berth in the Ontario finals. The loss put Midland up against Port Elgin to determine the winner of the B side. Un- fortunately, Midland found themselves in the same predicament - going home tied without the hammer. The result was the same as well, a Port Elgin win and a Midland loss, eliminating them from further play in the SOLCA playdowns. ¥ ae a Ba x : ed 1 ~, 4 Great Blocking The Redskin tandem displays great effort in blocking the ODCVI hitter at the net in the annual Midland Volleyball Club Invitational Tournament. Action took place on three fronts on the weekend with the Midget girls playing at St. Theresa's, the Juniors at MSS and the Senior ladies at ESPSS. In this con- test the Senior Skins lost a close one to ODC- VI 14-16. Fil 1, fur_and feather j,.; IR _ ae] 2 By by bryan berrrauit Moose-hunting trip unexpectedly by Bryan Berriault A couple of days moose hunting for five local hunters was unexpectedly extended. No, it wasn't a freak snowstorm or car trou- ble or any of the usual excuses or problems that plague far travelling moose hunters. It was unexpected good luck. On Wednesday, December 2 our. five hunters took to the road for Wildlife Manage- ment Unit 21B. Within this area moose are fair game until December 15. Francis Cadieux, Don Cadieux, Mike Nug- gent, George Boucher, and Ovila Buttineau had hunted this area earlier without success but, they weren't about to give up. On Thursday with hundreds of miles behind them, they sat down to lunch before heading afield. An hour later their hunt was over. After lunch the five hunters broke up, heading for their favorite stands. It was only a matter of minutes before the sound of shots broke the forest silence. One by one they returned not knowing who had been On The Button Ron Franckom sits on the button as he slides through the house delivering his rock while Dennis Gignac looks on. The pair, which curls on the Keith Williams rink, was par- ticipating in the Elmvale Curling Club Invita- tional Bonspiel on the weekend. Williams lost the second event honors to John Moreau while Bob Storey defeated Lou Turner. Both matches were decided on the last rock. successful. Oh, my aching back, not one but, three hunters had downed moose. Three magnifi- cant bull moose were ready to be hauled out. The hunt was really over and the work was about to begin. Vehicles were not allowed in the area in question. The hunters checked on any possi- ble way of getting their vehicles in to haul out their game. Depending on which Conserva- tion Officer they talked to, penalties ranged from a $53 fine to confiscation of vehicles. Hunting was allowed but no vehicles. It was back to the moose and the backbreaking work of hauling out three big bulls which were approximately four miles off road. Their cart, used for such purpose, was useless in the snow. Necessity is the « extended mother of invention. A trip to the local dump put a derelict car hood to good use. Used as a toboggan, quarters could be pulled out. At 10 p.m. Thursday, only part of their cargo had made its way back to camp. Nobody was eager to see sunrise on Friday morning and the work ahead. At one time or another we've all complained about our eight hour work day but the job ahead was not a nine to fiver. Hunters who've hauled moose are now developing sympathy back pains. The last quarter was dragged into camp around midnight on Friday. From the smiles on Don Cadieux, Francis Cadieux, Mike Nuggent, George Boucher and Ovila Buttineau when I interviewed them, I would say the work was worth it, now that their backs have stopped aching. Skins strong in opener The ESPSS Senior Lady Redskins volleyball team began their season with a strong showing on Saturday in the Midland Volleyball Club Tournament. The team won four games and lost two in the morning round, defeating St. Theresa's and Stayner. In the semi-final match, the team lost a close first game, 16-14 to Midland. The Lady Mauraders also won the second Third annua is all set for Midland's Third Annual Winterfest is all set for January 14-17, 1988 with a variety of events for people of all ages and interests. With the theme of 'Fun and Participa- tions , Winterfest offers displays, shows, tournaments, special events and games for everyone! Displays include an Arts Show, Model Airplanes, Model Trains, Gymnastics demonstration, Martial Arts demonstration and a Dog Sled demonstration. The Tournament line-up features Bridge, Shuffleboard, Darts, Curling, Snooker, Chess, Cards, Volleyball and Racquetball. Special shows highlighting Winterfest in- clude a Wye Marsh Festival Talent search, game 8-15. The Junior Lady Redskins also competed at the Senior level in the MVC tournament. They finished third in their pool in spite of some solid performances. In the first round of the finals, they were eliminated by St. Theresa's 2-15, 15-5 and 10-15. Both teams will travel to Orillia this week for their first GB match-up | Winterfest Jan.14-17 Trio Arabesque and Figure Skating. Enjoy a Pancake Breakfast, participate in Cross Country and Downhill Skiing try your luck on Snowshoe, go on a Snowmobile Safari, and enjoy the splendour of Hot Air Balloons. Participate in free Horse and Wagon Rides, free Ice Skating, free Swimming and Snow Snake Throwing. Plan to attend Midland's Winterfest '88 and partake of the many unique events being offered. For your official Winterfest program write the Midland Recreation Dept. 605 Yonge'St. Midland Ont, L4R 2E1 or telephone (705) 526-4770. Wednesday, December 16, 1987, Page 25