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Thanks to our Volunteer Firefighters |
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Written by karl chowscano
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Thursday, 21 August 2008 |
Those of you who know me would know that I like to shy away from matters of political sensitivity in the Village. While I assume this message will have no such context, I apologize in advance if it does. It is not meant to.
Yesterday morning my daughter ran out of her bed calling at me to go investigate the “crashing” she heard outside her window. I ran outside to see a fellow on his cell beside our neighbors’ (Rob and Julietta) house which was engulfed in flames. He was clearly calling for assistance. As I came closer I was shocked that the flames were crawling over the entire north side of the home (20 or so feet high in my estimation). The house (of course down slope from the rest of the upper village) is literally surrounded by a thick insulation of dry cedars and firs which likely interconnect the entire upper village. I cannot imagine a better combination of factors to serve as catalyst for a cataclysmic fire disaster than those present yesterday (except perhaps more wind and a mid afternoon start). By the time I could rush our girls back into our house to gather the “irreplaceables”, our volunteer fire-fighters arrived and were all over the scene working with the order, urgency and control of a crew who had fought five of these things last week. They were quickly joined by West Van crews. While I am no expert, I believe the speed of their response and the manner in which they executed their orders from chief to “hit the trees first”, saved many adjacent homes, if not, perhaps, our upper village. I simply am amazed at how well that fire was contained to the burning structure. While my heart goes out to our friends, the day could have turned so much more tragic.
There were other events that occurred yesterday which reinforced why we are proud to call this village our home, but I want to focus only on the superb effort of our firefighters and to thank them deeply.
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Lions Bay House Fire Update |
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Written by Lisa Turpin
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Wednesday, 20 August 2008 |
Tragically, one of our community’s homes burnt down on the morning of Sunday August 17th. Thanks to all those who called 911 to report the incident. In the next few days we will know what the family needs and how we can assist them. In the meantime, they want you to know they are very appreciative of the amount of support they have received. We will let you know how the community can help when the family has had time to prioritize their needs. They have insurance and, so far, are coping as well as can be expected. The family will let us know when or how we can be of assistance.
To avoid inundating the family with offers of help, please contact Lisa Turpin, the acting Emergency Social Services Director, who will forward all information to the family. You may contact Lisa at 604 921-9365
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Requests so far:
- Their cat is missing it is a small black short haired female cat with yellow, green eyes answers to Puma. A window was open in the home so they are hopeful someone will be able to find Puma.
- Any photographs of Village events that included their son, Josarian and/or the family would be greatly appreciated.
- Permanent housing in Lions Bay or even West Vancouver is also something they are looking for.
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Last Updated ( Wednesday, 20 August 2008 )
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Our Fantastic Firefighters |
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Written by Lisa Turpin
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Wednesday, 20 August 2008 |
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Additional information of interest concerning the recent house fire.
We would like to send a huge thank you to our Lions Bay Fire Rescue team. This tragic event could have been so much worse. Our Volunteer Fire Fighters, who train every Wednesday night and 4 hours on the weekends to protect our community, did an outstanding job.
The cul-de-sac where the fire occurred was on a creek bed laced with trees.The neighbouring homes share a canopy of trees that extends to the front doors of four homes and the ocean side is also densely forested. Our crews were able to save the community from what could have been so much worse. Fortunately the family was out, 911 were called, the wind was calm and the morning was cool. Our Volunteer Fire Department was able to contain the fire to one home, preventing it from getting out of hand, which it could so easily have done.
Our Volunteer Fire Fighters, who worked tirelessly to avert a disaster, deserve a huge thanks and show of support. Their annual fundraising drive has begun and they are hosting their annual Fire Fighters Day on September 13th from 2 to 10 pm at Lions Bay Beach. Please come and support these Volunteers any way you can.
Sincerely
Lions Bay Emergency Social Services
Lisa Turpin
Photo Submitted by Patricia Sorensen
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Last Updated ( Wednesday, 20 August 2008 )
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Written by Ken Miskin
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Thursday, 07 August 2008 |
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When the swallows return to Capistrano the daffodils will ahead of them in Lions Bay!
And with joy on every face
we will begin to trace
the springs of yesterday
from our youth of far away.
"Plant a Bulb Day" this year will be Sunday, 19th of October 2008 at 11:00 a.m.
Perhaps digging and planting is not your cup of tea, so to speak, but if last year is anything to go by, our many volunteers will be there for us as always. However, if you would like to support this delightful project, please place your bulb donations in the collection box, which will be located at the Lions Bay General Store. The bulbs will be collected every day and a tally will be displayed to witness our progress.
Many thanks for your spectacular support last year.
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Last Updated ( Tuesday, 19 August 2008 )
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Written by cheryl wozny
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Sunday, 17 August 2008 |
There was a fire today in Lions Bay on Panorama Avenue. We will provide updates as they are received including how to assist the family who is effected by this fire.
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Last Updated ( Sunday, 17 August 2008 )
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Lions Bay Garden Girlz August Garden Tips |
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Written by tina taylor
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Friday, 25 July 2008 |
Lions Bay Garden Girlz
August Garden Tips
Beautifying the village one garden at a time.
Annuals and Perennials
Keep plants watered and deadheaded
Feed tubs, window boxes and hanging baskets with fish fertilizer
Take cutting form alpines and garden geraniums
Collect seeds from plants you want to propagate
Plant fall-flowering bulbs
Trees and Shrubs
Keep evergreens well mulched
Take cuttings from shrubs like camellia, weigela and butterfly bush
Prune wisteria and other vigorous climbers
Keep deadheading roses and watering well
Clip lavender faded flowers
Trim hedges
Fruit and Vegetables
Harvest vegetables frequently
Keep sowing winter vegetables until the end of August
Cut raspberry canes that have finished fruiting to ground level and stake new canes
Prune espaliered fruit trees
Remove tops of single -stemmed tomato plants at the fourth truss and fertilize
General
Mow lawns regularly and keep watered
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Last Updated ( Tuesday, 19 August 2008 )
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Written by lionsbay.net administrator
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Sunday, 10 August 2008 |
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Please Be Aware!
There has been a cougar sighting in the upper Timbertop Drive area on Thursday, August 7. If anyone sees a cougar: Don't panic, Make yourself look as large as possible, Back away slowly, Get out of the area, Call the Conservation Office RAPP line at 1-877-952-7277 and the Village Office at 604-921-9333.
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Last Updated ( Sunday, 10 August 2008 )
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Written by Louis Peterson
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Tuesday, 05 August 2008 |
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In Summer, the outdoors in Lions Bay is particularly to be enjoyed, be it in our gardens, on our trails in the forest or on the mountain, at the tennis courts, at the Beach, or (for the more hardy) IN the water. My neighbour Kathrin Mueller sent me the following note and photo:
Four of us swam from Lions Bay Beach to Brunswick Beach and back on Sunday morning, July 20, 2008, a distance of about 3km. We took a bit over an hour with several stops on the way to admire our amazing mountains, gleaming in the sunshine, and the beautiful waterfront homes along the shore. The sunny weather of the previous week had warmed the water to a quite comfortable temperature, but we all sped up when swimming past the mouth of Harvey Creek, feeling a big chill from the snow melting up in the mountains. After the swim, our West and North Vancouver friends joined us for brunch, admiring once more the unbeatable Lions Bay views.
We all enjoyed the swim tremendously and plan to do it again one day. (By Kathrin).
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Last Updated ( Tuesday, 12 August 2008 )
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Historical Society's Annual Croquet Tournament |
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Written by Louis Peterson
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Friday, 01 August 2008 |
On Saturday July 26, 2008, the Lions Bay Historical Society together with invited guests met on the Cox's well-manicured lawn for the Ninth Annual Croquet Tournament. Fortified with a glass or two of "Vin de Croquet", the gathering assembled at the starting stake. Master of Ceremonies Tony Cox called "Let the Games Begin", whereupon President Myron Loutet explained the Rules of Play in a manner designed to confuse the novices and ensure their demise from the contest.
In true and customary gentlemanly fashion, the Master allowed the Ladies to play first. Tensions mounted. Silence fell, apart from the gentle chatter of Harvey Brook. The perfume of roses filled the air as skillful mallets moved the coloured balls with great accuracy from hoop to hoop. Player Page, whose hat transfixed the entire group, soon took the lead, and although hotly pursued by the pack, Anne's blue ball was the first to strike the final stake. To cheers from the crowd, Player Page was declared Winner of the Ladies Contest.
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Last Updated ( Monday, 11 August 2008 )
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Sea-to-Sky Highway Monday, August 4, 2008 |
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Written by lionsbay.net administrator
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Saturday, 02 August 2008 |
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Rockslide at Porteau Bluffs - Information Update.
Highway 99, northbound and southbound, is now open.
A printer-friendly version
<http://projects.ch2m.com/TrafficUpdate/weekly_update.pdf> of
the weekly schedule is available on the project website. The
printer-friendly version includes one confirmed week and the following
planned week.
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Last Updated ( Monday, 04 August 2008 )
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Sea to Sky Highway Closed til Monday? |
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Written by Joe W
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Friday, 01 August 2008 |
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The BC Ministry of Transportation reports that the highway north of Porteau Cove will be closed until Monday. They also note that there is a chance that the highway will open on Sunday but are unable to confirm a Sunday opening at this time. We will post updates on this news story and pictures of the slide area as they become available.
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