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Acton teen youngest member of Borneo research expedition fall studying cultural anthropology, is By LISA TALLYN thrilled to be taking part. Staff Writer "I'm ecstatic," said Slowka. "It's so in An Acton youth will be spending the line with what I want to end up doing." next few weeks a world away from his His goal after he graduates is to work everyday life in Acton. as a lawyer in the area of indigenous huSteven Slowka, 19, is headman rights for the United Naing to Indonesian Borneo tions. Sunday as the youngest He said he will be documentmember of a research expeing and recording the Wehea dition team. Dayak's traditional knowledge The expedition is orgaof the rainforest and blogging nized by Ethical Expeditions about his experience. and provides the chance for "The primary objective is to about 10 students to take assist the community in prepart in either a biodiversity serving its heritage, culture or cultural research study. and ecological knowledge," Slowka will be doing resaid Slowka, who graduated search and community defrom Christ the King SecondSTEVE velopment work with the Weary School last year. SLOWKA hea Dayak people, a distinct The expedition is costing cultural group facing threats Slowka and his parents apfrom illegal logging and rapid urbaniza- proximately $8,000 and he is hoping tion. area residents may be interested in doHe will be spending 45 days living nating to offset that cost. with the Wehea Dayak people in East "Any donations to my trip will reap Kalimantan, Indonesia doing academic significant rewards for the Wehea Dayak research of their unique culture and as- people who are trying so hard to protect sisting with the development of a com- their pristine land and distinct culture," munity-based environmental education he said. program. To make a donation or learn more Slowka, who will be starting at the about Slowka's expedition visit www. University of Western Ontario this steveninborneo.weebly.com 9 Independent & Free Press, Thursday, May 19, 2011 OPEN ALL LONG WEEKEND GEORGETOWN GARDEN CENTRE 140 GUELPH ST. 905-877-8882 (The former Georgetown Fruit Market building) HANGING BASKETS FOR THE GARDEN Huge Selection of 10" & 12" Baskets FLOWERS & PLANTS Huge selection of Hangers, Annuals, Perennials,Vegetable Plants & Finished Accent Planters LAWN & GARDEN SUPPLIES 10 $22 FOR Geraniums or $2.49 each · Fertilizers · Tools · Grass Seed · Flower & Vegetable Seed · Weed & Insect Spray Full vibrant flowers from cuttings, not seeds! TOPSOIL $ 1.99 bag Flowering & Vegetable Plants $ 1.29 4 Pk. We offer you a great selection of quality plants, as well as lawn & garden supplies. We look forward to seeing you! SERVING HALTON HILLS FOR OVER 32 YEARS 2008 FOCUS SES,5 spd., sync, loaded, alloys, keyless. Very clean, a must see. Sale Price 2008 Escape XLT FWD, V6, fully loaded, one owner. 2005 DODGE RAM 1500, Fully loaded, box liner, Well serviced, very clean, 97,000 kms. Super Buy! 4 door, nice clean truck a must see! Sale Price 2009 CRV EX AWD, auto, fully loaded, alloys, keyless, 49,000 kms. One owner, very clean. Sale Price $ 12,998 $ 12,998 Sale Price $ 13,998 $ 23,998 TOP TEN REASONS TO PURCHASE FROM CONCEPT FORD 10. 9. 8. 7. 6. All Vehicles Accident Free 5. Early Lease Termination Available 3 Month / 5000 km Warranty Included 4. All Credit Applications Accepted Extended Service Plan that's right for you 3. Top Dollar Paid for Trade-ins Fully Reconditioned and Certified 2. Best Value for the Price 24-Hour Roadside Assistance 2007 F150 XLT 2WD, 5.4L V8, fully loaded, alloys, 4 new tires, 81,000 km. Sale Price 2005 Freestar SE, fully loaded, alloys, keyless, 89,000 kms. Very clean. Sale Price $ 13,998 #1 Reason Outstanding Sales Team $ 8,998 2007 FREESTYLE SEL, FWD, loaded, alloys, very clean. Sale Price 2008 EDGE SEL FWD, Loaded, alloys, keyless. One owner. 55,000 kms. Sale Price 2008 F150 XLT 4x4, Super Crew with XTR package, chrome side steps, 4 new tires and brakes. Sale Price 2008 Fusion SEL, 4 cyl., 5 spd., leather, alloys. One owner. Very Clean. Sale Price $ 14,498 $ 23,998 $ 24,498 $ 14,998 Discloser: All sale prices are plus HST, and Licensing, O.A.C CONCEPT 361 Guelph St. (Hwy. #7), Georgetown 905-873-1626 More vehicles online at: www.conceptford.com OUR CONCEPT IS WE PAY TOP $$$ FOR TRADES