Editors note: Ice cream is available now at the historical society, not cones. Source Debbie.
On this Day: July 7th 2007
First live earth concert.
Taste one for me…
Category: Sports and Leisure
. File photo KDG
Health Canada has relaxed it’s recommendations for those that are fully vaccinated
On this Day: June 29th 226
Cau Roi becomes the emperor of the Kingdom of Whe.
Camp sites are all over the province and hydro asks that Covid-19 restrictions be observed. In particular travel restrictions…
Click on charger picture to see map of hydro rec areas…
Butterflies and Moths…
The last item under Interesting things in he right hand menu bar on the blog home page has a butterflies and moths link to log sightings. data collected is used for conservation purposes. If you take in a campsite this year why not take a picture of butterflies , moths and caterpillars and register them once you open an account. There are many identified on the website already and adding yours will enhance data collection.
The power utility has camp sites in BC and unlike the the the dam visitor sites the rec sites are open this spring and summer (avoid weekends) as they are busy then.
First come first serve no reservations are taken.
Hydro rec sites are first come first serve.
On this Day: May 13th 1861
The Great Comet of 1861 is found.
Today is Curling is cool day and if you were born on February 23rd you share your birthday with Nyema, Pope Paul 11, and Jamal Murray.
On this Day: February 23rd 1987
Super Nova 1987a seen.
The Federal Government is interested in making modern the fisheries act.
Webinar
The engagement showing their plans to to make modern is by webinar and website including but not limited to below>
Measures to protect fish habitat
Dealing with fish kills and harm to habitat this preview is available on the link in the photo above.
- Clear span bridges
- Bridge repairs
- Exploration
- Decking on docks etc.
Editors note some of the material in the above is on a professional level, useful info for other would include where and to report concerns.
Menzies lake a spring fed source lake for hatcheries in the interior of BC is the subject of protection talk by locals in Merritt at this time..
On this Day: January 8th 2004…
The ocean liner Queen Mary 2 is Christened.
Today is the International Day for human Rights, created in 1948 the day promotes 5 rights needed for human development.
On this Day: December 10th 1948
The UN makes December 10th the Universal Day for Human Rights..
Stay in the dark and let people feed you crap.
Today is Mushroom Day being in the dark has its advantages however being feed crap and waiting for lightning to reproduce and get your spores out there is an acquired skill set. You be the judge.
Editors note: never eat wild mushrooms without guidance.
On this Day: April 16th 1990
Dr. Death Jack Kevorkian starts his practice.
The local junior team and the longest running franchise in the league the Merritt Centennials have yet to win a game in the 2020 year. Since January the team has suffered losses one after the other, the last was against Chilliwack on Wednesday away . Saturday gives a chance to break the streak as well as some peoples heart that suffer from Triskaidekaphobia. The team meets Salmon Arm in Merritt on Saturday.
On this Day: January 31st 1871
The sky is made dark by millions of birds over San Francisco.
File Photo
The local junior hockey club had 80 hopefuls at their main camp this year. The club was carrying 30 when they had their exhibition game on the 24th in Merritt. The Cents lost 5 to 2 to the Pentiction Vees. The next exhibition contest is in Prince George tonight with the Spruce KIngs.
On this Day: August 27th 1920
Five Canadian women ask the person question of the SCC.
Spring is coming so is a pedals and plant talk…
The Nicola Valley Community Garden Society is having a presentation on March 19th 2019, 6 30 to 7:30 a Earth Walkers 2090 Granite Ave in Merritt.
The talk is on caring for houseplants and tropical plants. The presentation will be followed by a meeting of the Garden Society.
On this Day: March 13th 1781
Uranus is found.
File photo: KDG
BJ Moore
The club principals BJ Moore, Paul Komoski , and Linda Heppner are listed on the club website and their Facebook page lists 250- 280-0304 as a contact number. Posters are about from Merritt Printing.
Editors note:
The fishing club has used Mamit lake for their winter derby for numbers of years. They are familiar with the small 2KN2 lake and its conditions. As well as general conditions of the valley. The club has always demonstrated responsibility.
The Club will be having our annual fishing derby on January 13, 2019. It will be held @ Mamit Lake. We will share the poster as soon as it is completed. Tickets will be available for purchase at the event.
LAKE ACCESS
From Kamloops ,head south along Highway 5 to Meadow Creek Road (exit 336), and continue to the town of Logan Lake. At the end of this road, you will meet Highway 97c. Turn left (south) here on to the Highway, also known as Mamit Lake Road, and follow for about 12 km. The road wraps around the eastern shore of the lake and is easy to spot.
Follow your favourite lakes on the Angler’s Atlas website! Go to your favourite lake pages and click on the “follow” button to be notified of new posts and information on the website.
On this Day: January 8th 1963
The Mona Lisa goes on public display in the US.
The Nicola Valley Community Arts Council is having a show of artisan works for sale. The show has a special musical guest Shirley Lindgren for the official reception on Friday 4- 7 pm.
The Gallery is at 1840 Nicola avenue in Merritt and the artisan show runs from November 30th to December 22 2018. Open from 12- 6pm Thursday through Saturday. Coordinator Yano Howorth.
On this Day: November 29th 1864
Sand Hill massacre
Kevin Griffiths
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