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Section Two The Canadian Statesman. Bowmanvillc, .June 10. 1987 Beavers Enjoy Caveman Day lst Bowmanville Guides Graduate Four Members to Pathfinders Recent Graduates J •> J wst ' ' Unlike our ancestors, the "cavemen of Pontyrock" did not huddle in their caves during the rain that drizzled drizzled down all morning. On Saturday, May 23rd, about 175 Beavers happily hopped from "lava rock" to "lava rock" and gleefully thrust bean bags into the hungry dinosaurs' mouth at the West Durham District Caveman Capers day of fun and sharing. Little did it matter that the dampness turned to a heavier downpour downpour about noon and chilled chilled every Beaver, parent and leader's spine. Our enthusiastic enthusiastic Beavers, spirits never dampened, turned Pontypool Park into their own Pontyrock, complete <with their own version of Fred, Barnic and Wilma, all of whom were waiting round a warming campfire at the end of the "Pebbles Maze" obstacle course. A lifelike Tyrannosaurus Rex really got the point when the Beavers tried to replace its tail!!! Other activities activities included a primitive primitive version of plank bowling bowling where giant "Dino" bones had to be skittled, and then a free for all "slab- minton" game. Roaming around the grounds you would come across cavemen cavemen who had just had cave paintings put on their faces. In fact, if there had been a talent scout for "B.C. The Movie" there, he would have found the cast ready and waiting to fit the bill. The spidery veins and dabs of mud, or sun figures en circling silent menacing mouths would have broken any cameraman's lens. ; A gigantic caveman, or so it seemed amongst our little charges, roamed amongst the crowd. Its black fur, long stringy hair and necklace of real bear claws reminded us of yesteryear. yesteryear. He swung his club teasingly, when not eagerly gobbling up "dino dogs" or demolishing a juicy red apple specially imported from Bowmanstone, the centre of Applerock region. A hot lunch and a rousing campfire and a final closing broguht an end to the days activities, and the Beavers said an early, but fond goodbye goodbye to "Pontyrock". Truly a good, if damp, day was had by all. On Sunday, May 10, at 7:00 a.m., our class of 32 grade six French Immersion students from Ontario Street Public School started our trip to Chicoutimi, Quebec. The purpose of this exchange was a cultural- linguistic experience tied in with a week of fun and laughter. With the music blasting out of the stereo, the bus rocked into Chicoutimi at 7:30 p.m. that night. Two minutes before the students first meeting, we were all hyper and Christiane Paradis and Jaques Lemieux's Chicoutimi group were just plain excited. The initial encounter went very well and we were all very happy to relax after the 12 hour trip. On the Monday, we visited the Town Hall where we were graciously received by the mayor, Mr. Blackburn and shown a slide presentation about the town of Chicoutimi while we drank warm pop. At the end, we all received small gifts. We had a nice visit to the Museum of Saguenay where we saw a TinTin exposition. Later, there were a few accidents, at McDonalds but everybody survived. We then visited a cardboard factory, "Cascade" and the hydroelectric hydroelectric plant, "Shipshaw" where we learned many interesting facts. After our return from our outings, we had a fun-filled evening with our twins. The next day, Tuesday, May 12, "AWHHHHH!" We went flying, executed a couple of quick twists and fell straight into the water. Have you i / X Trade the heat and humidity for the air-conditioned comfort inside your home. Why suffer through the summer when you don't have to. 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We stayed there until 9:00 p.m. On Thursday, we went to the University of Chicoutimi sport center where we played soccer and badminton. We then went to one of the landmarks landmarks of Chicoutimi, the Cross of Ste. Anne where many pictures were taken. For the rest of.the day, most of us went to a shopping center with over 200 stores. On Friday, we had to be at the school at 6:30 a.m. to catch our bus for the long trip home. The entire week was French only and we had many opportunities opportunities to put the French we have learned to practical use. We are anxiously awaiting our twin's return to Bowmanville Bowmanville on May 31. Chicoutimi Journey Provided Learning Experience for Gr.6 The 2nd Bowmanville Brownie Pack held its an- Dalton, Leslie Dickens, Brenda Gierman, Amy nual fly-up on June 1. Pictured above are the seven Knapp, Sarah MacLoed, Laura Norrish, Michelle girls who moved up to Guides. From left: Lindsay Pappas. Third Bowmanville Brownies Move Up to Guides ■i ■ |J- This group of 3rd Bowmanville Brownies will be moving on to the 1st Guide Pack and they celebrated the end of their Brownie years on June 1. Front from left: Sarah Woods, Stacey Ostrander, Meaghan Gauthier, Vanessa Harris, Darcie Knapp. Second row, Pam Dustan, Erica Becker, Amanda Westlake, Melissa Knight. Third row: Krista Potter, Kerri- Anne Kelly, Ellen Flintoff. Also pictured with the girls are the Brownie leaders, from left: Pat Barken, Snowy Owl; Penny Kelly, Magic Owl; Ellie Gauthier, Tawny Owl; Marion Henning, Brown Owl and District District Commissioner. DENIS BERUERON Denis Bergeron, son of Jack and Lynda Bergeron, graduated from McMaster University, Hamilton, on June 6, 1987, with an Honours Bachelor of Commerce Degree. Denis has accepted a position as a Marketing Analyst with NCR in Waterloo. EDWARD BIRD Edward Bird, son of Marvleen Bird, and the late Ted Bird, graduated from Sir Sandford Fleming College, Lindsay, on May 9,1987, with a Forestry Technician Diploma. The 1st Bowmanville Guide Company celebrated in Guides. Pictured above, from left: Vicky Harris, the graduation of four of its members to the 1st Kelly MacDonald, Jeannine Webster, Kim MacMas- Pathfinder Company, on June 1. The girls each were ter. The two Guide leaders are Brenda Lloyd, (left) awarded all-round cords, the highest achievement and Bonnie MacDonald. Members of 2nd Bowmanville Brownie Pack Fly Up to Guides LISA VAN HEMMEN Lisa Van Hemmen, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. Van Hemmen of R.R. 6, Bowmanville, graduated from the three year R.N. nursing diploma program at Durham College on May 30, 1987. Registration pending, she plans to travel and work in the States. ANDREAJEAN DALRYMPLE Andrea Jean Dalrymple, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. O. Dalrymple, graduated on the Dean's Honours List at the May convocation of the University of Waterloo. Andrea received her Bachelor of Environmental Studies in Honours Urban and Regional Planning. Patricia Bird Patty Bird completed a two year course in Early Childhood Education and graduated from Durham College on May 30,1987. She is the daughter of John and Joyce Bird, Bowmanville. HAMILTONS INSURANCE SERVICE Main St., Orono 983-5115 SERVING YOUR INSURANCE NEEDS FOR 35 YEARS Nelda Dawson 623-4835 Susan Sawyer 983-5767 Perm Special! Senior Citizens LADIES' PERM -Reg. $50.00 NOW - $35.00 Rents' Haircuts - Reg. $9.00 NOW $6.00 FAMILY HAIR STYLING CENTRE Bowmanville Mall 623-2201 vVl - 1 623-2202 BILLING LINCOLN MERCURY 16th ANNIVERSARY SALE June 11,12,13 are celebrating their BIGGEST SALE EVER Over 85 cars and trucks to choose from. Lincolns, Grand Marquis, Topaz, Tracer, 4 x 4s and F150 Pick-Ups. 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