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Cornish students head for forest by Jenn Rhude and Misty Garvock, Grade 8 students. R.H. Cornish School For the months of September, October and November, grade 8, R.H. Cornish students had been packing up and preparing to head out to the Ganaraska Forest Cen- tre for three days at a time. The purpose of the trip was to enrich our Geography program in mapping skills, to get to know our class-mates better and to general- ly cope with the out-of-doors. We stayed in comfortable dorms and ate in a dining hall. Special highlights in our program were a night-walk in the forest followed by a bear story. On the way back to camp we each had to do a solo-walk of approximately 200 metres. Our first morning we all got up at 7:00 and were out in the forest by 7:15 playing "Capture the Flag." At 8:00 we ate breakfast. The morning activities included either Map Reading, Initiatives or Wildlife Management. In Map Reading we learned how to orient ourselves using a topographical map and to find our way back to camp on a set course. In Initiatives. we enjoyed challenges like climbing over a 14-foot wall with ho help, getting our group over the Roman Wheel and playing games in the gym. 'This was an opportunity to learn how to get along with everybody else in order to get one job done. Wildlife Management included planting trees, building shelters for animals and playin g the 'Deer Game.' Then we al gathered at 12:30 to enjoy lunch cooked by Winnie or Julie. In the afternoon we rotated to the next activity. Supper was always a blast because everyone had 'Teachers remember "In Flanders Fields the poppies grow, beneath the crosses row on row" quoted by Mrs. Marion Johnson, followed by a minute of silence in honour of those who gave their lives to preserve our freedom. Thus began the Fall meeting on Nov: 8 of the Superan- nuated and 'Retired Women Teachers of Durham North. Fifty- six enjoyed a sumptuous turkey ; dinner served by. the U.C.W. of * Sunderland United Church. ~Mrs. ~Johiison, president, } welcomed all who came. Mrs. Cora ery ery and Migs e ought greetings fr Re PWTAC. and S.T.0, I Mrs. Aileen Shier reported on the Annual Meeting of " F.W.T.A.0. Held in Huntsville in "June:-Mrs. Olive MacDonald told of her work with S.T.O. and urg- ed-all to support that organiza- tion. The treasurer reported a balance on hand of $116.75. During the Bast year we have been saddened bythe passing of six of our members. Mrs. Kathleen Dorrell conducted a short memorial service for Miss Jean Gregg, Mrs. Mildred Teel, Mrs. Janet Lodwick, Mrs. Anne Marjorie McCombe, Mrs. Evelyn Heron and Mrs. Janet Torrey. The guest "speaker, Miss Margaret Smith, introduced us to The Elder Hostel Programme which offers trips at home and abroad for Seniors. She journeyed to Norway, Sweden, and Finland - was as far north as the Arctic Circle, followed mountain paths, enjoyed various bus trips around various: cities, even 'participated "in folk' dancing. They were - billeted in farm homes, universi- ty residences, even at a weather station. This type of holiday is for . those who like to meet with or- dinary people, share their i lifestyle, their customs, their dif- ferent food dishes. Mrs. Smith is already looking forward to her next trip with the Elder Hostel "Programme for Seniors. Mrs. Betsy Grove conducted the usual lucky draws. Six ladies were fortunate, each receiving a - package of pretty serviettes. Mrs. Jean Parrott sang her way ; into our hearts. What a beautiful voice! She sang "Ah Sweet . Mystery of Life," Thank God For All These," 'and ended with "When You Come To The End Of A Perfect Day." Truly it was a perfect day. Do join us for our Spring gathering tentatively - scheduled for May 9, 1990. ~~ Scason's Greetings (0 2 28 20 20 2 2 0K 20 2 2 2 2 2 XE MYERS CASH & CARRY stories to tell of the days adventures. - The first night we had 'Mini Olympics' in the gym. We were placed in four different teams all with team names and chants. Some of the challenges we did in- cluded pushing gum along the floor with our noses, passing a - lifesaver on a toothpick from per- son to person, and what Miss Hargreaves referred to as "The Necking Game." In this game we. passed a ball from one neck to 'another, a "real learning ex-- perience! " After the 'Mini Olym- pics" we had a snack and then were all off to bed...but not necessarily to sleep. Christian Farmers' PORT PERRY STAR -- Tuesday, December 12, 1989 -- 25 Day 2 arrived before v we e knew it. Once again we were up at 7:00 but to our delight there was no game planned at 7:15. In the mor- ning we went to our last activity of three. "'Another highlight, which was the best of all, was some free time after every meal where we nor- mally played basketball or volleyball in the gym. Not every group had this much fun because ""we:each had to take our turn at dish duty. We made the best out of these situations though, with the occasional water fight or rat- tail when our supervisor wasn't looking! Then the time came when we ZA A opi at ' had to say goody-bye! 'Thank- yous" were said to teachers, students and staff members, Russ, Pat, Mark, Chuck, Winnie, and Julie. We all loaded the bus 'and were on our way home. The ride home was much quieter than the one there as we were all exhausted. This was an adventure, we as grade 8s, will remember for a lifetime, an experience we'll never forget! We 'would like to send out a sincere thank you to Miss Hargreaves for all her hard work, time, and effort she put into plan: ning this trip. We Had A Really Grong Time! 1 ! L fant 'goods and services taxes changed The Christian Farmers Federa- tion of Ontario wants major changes to the proposed goods & services tax (GST) but does sup- port the concept. "We want the rules simplified for. farmers,"' says Jack Vanderkooy, CFFO President, "but our dislike for the proposed implementation does not stop us from recognizing that the concept has merits." The Federation says it's only common sense to zero rate all goods & services purchased by farmers, if the Finance Minister continues to exclude food from the GST. "They can make this program more user-friendly,' says Vanderkooy. "Why should the tax be paid on farm inputs when it's all going to be refunded tion's Provincial Board has voted - to support the inclusion of foodi in the GST. 5 The Federation's statement . argues that food is cheap for Canadians and the biggest part of the benefits of an exemption will . go to those well able to pay their own way. The Federation sup- ports targetted assistance diréct- ly to low-income Canadians. The Federation has also called for fiscal responsibility. If, for any reason, the GST raises more money than the manufacturer's sales tax that will be replaced, the Federation wants that money committed to debt reduction. "We donot like tax grabs," the - statement says, "but we do sup- port increased taxes to reduce deficits. ; of GREEN STREET \. AN ELEGANT VICTORIAN MANSION J anyway?" The Federation wants a zero BULK FOODS . & DISCOUNT DAIRY PRODUCTS rote Tat farm inputs ruth 29 OPENS FRID AY Lowest Everyday Prices in Town! 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