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1 ïsso Automatic delivery maintained by a fleet of , modern tanker trucks. Serving the domestic fuel needs for the Southern Durham Region Complete line of quality Imperial Oil products for the agricultural and construction industry HARRISON FUELS Dave Arnold Etcher 12 Sturrock Rd. Dorothy Leavitt Murray Larmer - -- George Bebee Charlie Brazier Telephone 623-5516 The visitors' book at the Jungle Cat World in Orono really tells the story. story. People from across the province and beyond have come to the tourist attraction and their comments comments include words like "fantastic", "interesting", "interesting", "exciting" and "outstanding." This year, owner Wolf Klose believes that • rwi -w t Progress Bditionof The Canadian Statesman, Wednesday, June 29,1988 25 30,000 Visitors Toured Jungle Cat World Last Year he can really live up to those words of praise. For the past three years, Mr. Klose, and his wife Chris, have worked continously to build the Cat World into a first-rate attraction. With a name change this year from the Orono Exotic Cat World to Jungle Jungle Cat World, the gates have opened on a much improved facility. Moore Electric Established in'48 George Moore Electric began as Woodyard Appliances Appliances in 1948. At that time, it was located at 44 King St. W., Bowman- ville. The firm was purchased purchased by Jim and Shirley Shirley Colliss in 1958 at which time Jim branched into electrical contracting. An electrical apprentice apprentice hired by Jim and Shirley Colliss was George Moore, who joined the firm in 1966.. Mr. Moore left the company company and gained experience experience with a larger firm before returning to Colliss Colliss Electric in 1972. The business moved to 12 Silver St. in 1973 and the following year, George and Kay Moore purchased Colliss Electric. Electric. They changed the name to George Moore Electric (Bowman ville) Limited in 1977. The business has con tinued operating from its headquarters at 9 Church St. for the past 10 years. During that time, it hasn't lost its personal touch, retaining a staff of four or five employees. With experience in all aspects of the electrical trade, Moore Electric services residences, industries industries and commercial commercial properties on a 24 hour call basis. When George Moore first purchased his business, business, the work area extended extended to Oshawa and surrounding communities. communities. But due to the positive positive growth of the Town of Newcastle, the majority majority of business has remained remained within the boundaries of the Town of Newcastle. "As Bowmanville natives, natives, we care about the community and try to maintain a good reputation reputation through our satisfied customers," Mr. Moore said. Gravel walkways wind throughout the 15- acre property, taking visitors on a self-guidea tour of the many sights and sounds. Several new and enlarged enclosures provide more room for the animals, as well as allow the public to get a better look. The latest in playground playground equipment was installed this vear, and the shouts of joy and sounds of laughter from visiting school children prove it is a hit. An accompanying accompanying roofed picnic picnic area gives families and groups a chance to come in out of the heat for a quick bite of lunch before before finishing their tour. Mr. Klose reports that last year the Cat World played host to approximately approximately 30,000 visitors. While he isn't making any solid predictions for this year, he admits that there is potential to double double that figure in the 1988 season. Additions to the Cat World this year include: newborn monkeys and pygmy goats; the arrival of two African hunting dogs; and if all goes well several more Siberian tiger tiger cubs. The usual assortment of deer, donkeys, sheep, lions, tigers, ostriches and ducks also keep the crowds entertained. Most of the wild cats have been hand-raised by the owners. The enclosures enclosures were built for the comfort of the animals animals and all are beautifully beautifully landscaped. Mr. Klose is proud of his creation, but admits that he really didn't have much choice. He received received his first cat in exchange exchange for a trained dog five years ago and he became became hooked on collecting collecting exotic felines. His collection of wild cats continued to grow until he eventually had to make some decisions. Mr. Klose began planning planning the lay-out of the property, while at the same time fighting for permission to open a zoo. Jungle Cat World had a quiet opening in 1985. Since that time the owners owners have been working towards the standards that have been achieved today. Mr. Klose finds no reason to be quiet much longer, as he is launching a major advertising advertising campaign this year including televi sion, radio and brochures. brochures. Other plans for the Cat World include a wading pool, increased parking, more improvements to the enclosures and eventually eventually a new souvenir shop. Although Mr. Klose is happy with his work to date, he obviously has much more to come for the already popular tourist tourist attraction. no Ownpr WnlfKll * ^ H 3r . s to the Jungle Cat World, northeast of Oro- tMnsTsouwnt^hnn r ^ rto he 18 ho P mg ta expand the building which con- SnnT l i P ' 0ther improvements to the recently renamed tourist at- tractmn (formerly known as Orono Exotic Cat World) include a children's P a y&r°und, roofed picnic area and updated animal enclosures. HARRISON FUELS Celebrating Over 60 Years of Service