To the seasons of life
Nicola valley community arts council, art gallery corner of Nicola and Voght
Take down tommarow,stop by random to encourage…
Meeting held November 21st , a side note: local firefighter and first Nation. Coldwater band member Harold Spahan was asked and presented a bit of an introduction to his presence and work in the local wildfire fighting fray.
November 21 2024 A presentation on wildfires past present and future.
The Nicola Naturalist Society presents in the lecture theater at the Nicola Valley institute of technology 7:00 p.m. on most third Thursdays.
There’s free parking in the parking lot. No food or drinks please. In the auditorium the naturalists are fond of saying everyone welcome membership or donations requested.
There is a draw for donated items after break, tickets available at the door. All proceeds are used as a bursary for an nvit student.
A science of science…
Friday July 17th 2026, 9:02 PM
No Alerts in effect 23 Celsius.
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light wind from The south Southwest, 20° c.
July 8th, 2026
There is a yellow warning in effect from Environment Canada for air quality. Impact is expected to be moderate and they’re so high level of confidence in this warning.
Disclaimer: We post these on an ad-hoc basis and do this in anticipation of that. We would have comments and discussions. Perhaps come out of them. As well as a bit of data for us.
Official information. Visit environment canada’s site the link above or in your address bar search.
Always obey orders from authorities And we advise that you register for official warnings with relevant government agencies.
Experience the intersection of nature, music, and art at the Base Coast Nature Music Art Display. Immerse yourself in an enchanting exhibition that celebrates the beauty of the natural world through the harmony of music and visual art. This unique event showcases the work of talented artists who draw inspiration from the wonders of the coastal landscape, creating a sensory journey that transports visitors to a realm of creativity and tranquility.
Come join us for an unforgettable celebration of nature’s beauty and the transformative power of artistic expression. Let the Base Coast Nature Music Art Display ignite your senses and leave you inspired by the boundless creativity of the natural world.
The visit by enthusiast participants was just great. Thankyou for the sense of normal and the simple enjoyment of life that we partnered with your Nicola Valley Experience. PP
Photo KDG
Well plans are just plans…
Creative people never have to be alone for dinner.
This maybe a straight line in your thought after you’ve done this nice artwork on a cutting board. However for you to have companionship. It needs acceptance and who knows what the candidates straight line has been bringing them to.
So you need to be somewhat responsive. Even after coloring out of the lines for a bit.
Linear thought is a structured, sequential, and rational way of thinking where ideas proceed logically from one to the next, like links in a chain. It is characterized by clarity, cause-and-effect reasoning, and a focus on analysis and direct problem-solving. This methodical approach is highly valued because it promotes efficient planning, predictability, and the ability to break complex problems into manageable steps. In practical applications, linear thinking is essential for following instructions, executing established processes, and developing rigorous scientific and logical arguments. It brings order to complex systems and ensures that tasks are completed in a logical and consistent manner. However, while essential, it is often seen as distinct from, and sometimes less conducive to, creativity and innovation than lateral or systemic thinking.
July 4 the 2026 evening
post: Merritt BC
British Columbia Air Quality
no alerts 6:34 Saturday July 4th 2026
Summer skies, long days, look up the best is coming soon..
There have been numbers of bear related discourses over time through our local naturalist society registered or otherwise. One formal presentation in 2019 was billed in this writing below, thanks to Francis.
You can contact the registered society at this link. They are always interested in natural interlopers especially photos.
Everyone loves hearing about Grizzly Bears and the presentation by Francis Iredale is especially worth attending. He has been involved in research and radio-tracking of Grizzlies in the southern Chilcotins for many years. The population status and success of this marginal population of Grizzlies is of great concern. These bears spend much time in the high elevation alpine areas and have lifestyles that are somewhat different to those better-known Grizzlies on the BC coast. Not to be missed!
Source Nicola Naturalists
Editor’s Note: we are not the registered society our mandate at kevingriffiths.ca is broader than that…
And a Natural forth coming year in our confederation. 159 onto 160.
Prime Minister of Canada.2030
The Liberal democracy is a great heritage in the Country we inherited from various parties and entities the cooperated with law makers to put together canon of laws and proceedures that keep our rights forfront. The peace of the land is over time established and kept by the rule of law.
One of the great mechanisms is the precept that makes the whole context of a program not in danger of loss when it is assagedby by picking issues that do not materialy effect the outcome of the endever in a material way.Only in a incidental way. We might say the tattler is restrained by the amount of public good shown.
Totalitarian and extremest can not prevail because of the stability of law and its protection by the law. It can”t be made up as we go along.
The rule of law is a fundamental principle in Canada’s legal system. It ensures that all individuals, including the government itself, are subject to and accountable to the law. The principle is based on the belief that everyone is equal before the law and that no one is above it.
In Canada, the rule of law promotes a fair and just society by providing a framework for resolving disputes, protecting individual rights and freedoms, and maintaining order. It establishes the legal framework for citizens to exercise their rights and seek justice through the courts.
The rule of law also requires that laws be clear, accessible, and applied consistently. It prohibits arbitrary exercise of power and ensures that government actions are based on established laws and procedures. This helps to prevent abuse of power and ensures that individuals can rely on the predictability and stability of the legal system.
One of the key aspects of the rule of law is the independence and impartiality of the judiciary. The judiciary plays a vital role in interpreting and applying the law, free from interference or influence. This ensures that decisions are made based on the facts and the law, rather than personal or political considerations.
By upholding the rule of law, Canada promotes a society that values justice, fairness, and the protection of individual rights. It serves as a cornerstone for maintaining peace and stability within the country.
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A View point ..
So, The 2010 Olympics in Vancouver saw two experimental hydrogen buses. Powered by hydrogen fuel cells demonstrated for that event. They were put in service. Tags were half a million each. Never seen any for a while. Merritt DC had hydrogen service for fuel-celled powered trucks at the truck. Stop along the showers. They didn’t make shower water out of the hydrogen after they burned it. Sorry but that was a good stretch.
If you’re looking for a history of hydrogen fueling stations operating over decades in Merritt, you might be chasing a bit of a ghost story—or perhaps thinking of early alternative fuels like propane and compressed natural gas (CNG). In reality, there were no historical hydrogen outlets for trucks in Merritt. For decades, the heavy flow of commercial freight and logging trucks moving through the Nicola Valley relied strictly on traditional diesel cardlocks. The technology to use hydrogen as a commercial heavy-duty trucking fuel simply didn’t exist in a viable way in the 20th century, so the infrastructure was never built.That said, hydrogen-powered trucks *are* finally becoming a reality on the highways around Merritt today. Over the last couple of years, companies have begun running commercial pilot projects with Class 8 hydrogen fuel cell trucks, specifically putting them to the test on the steep, grueling climbs of the Coquihalla Highway up to Merritt. Since there isn’t local fueling infrastructure yet, these trucks fuel up at modern stations in the Lower Mainland or Kelowna. They use those single fills to haul massive payloads up the mountain, proving that zero-emission transport can handle B.C.’s demanding interior grades without the severe weight penalties associated with battery-electric trucks.The ultimate outcome here is that Merritt is perfectly positioned for the *future* of freight, rather than having a hidden history of it. While the town doesn’t have a decades-old legacy of dispensing hydrogen, its strategic location at the junction of the Coquihalla, Highway 5, and the Okanagan Connector makes it an inevitable, critical node for B.C.’s emerging commercial hydrogen corridors. You won’t find any vintage hydrogen pumps hidden around town, but you are absolutely going to see more of these high-tech, water-emitting trucks pulling through the valley in the years to come.
Photo: KDG
So, this in the first week of June or so we’re making statements of propriety diligence enjoyment fashion. Just having a cruise through Merritt BC beside the arena parking lot.
That small gas tank is as telling as anything, their enjoyment is a testimony against the unwise of this life that somehow thrive on strife, disruption and conflict.
Hey Merit what do you say?
Kevin Griffiths
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