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The Agrîcultural Outlook at Co-op On Saturday of l-ast week Roger speakc with the grass root of the George, presidenit of the Ontario mebership of the Federation. Federation of Agriculture, visited But it was also purchase time the Durham Farmers' Co-op, and above makes a deal with Orono, taking the opportun ity to Boyce Anderson of the Co-op. Its that trne of year again Yes ifs that trne of year when dhe bird-watchers adrenalin starts to flow real fast. The first wave of migratory birds have arrived and that is quite obvious especially 'as it relates to water fowl. The waterfront is coming alive with those who have spent the cold winter days south of the border. It is at this Urne of y=arthat the birds are ia their full colour and their antics to win a mate are often interesting to observe. The waters at Presquile Park ý. are a big attraction for waterfowl and so thus it is for birdwatchers. Last week tie Red Heads, Canvas Backs, Buffleheads, Blacks, Old Squaws,- Scope, Goldeneyes, Common Mergansers were ahl evident and considerably plentiful considering the ice had not totally left the bay. This and next week should have the birds in the bay in large numbers. The Ministry bas set up observation blinds and there is always someone present to give you a hand in taking a turn viewmng the birds and explaining just what they are. On Sunday a brief tip to the Garden Hill Pond produces a Wood Duck ini full colour, a Snow Goose beautifully marked along with Hooded Mergansers, Common Mergansers, Pintail, Blacks, Mallards, and Red Heads. As to mating antics, the Bufflehead and the hooded- Merganser will -throw their heads back and skirt about. The Old Squaws have a similar antic and scoot out over thxe water. We did have a bonus on Sunday on our retura to Orono - a pair of Red Crossbills calmly feeding on tieroadl and allowing plenty of time for identification. This bird is a radier tame bird and shows littie fear of humans. If you havent tried bird watching it might pay to take a taste and the next couple of weeks is a great opportunity. The sport is not a costly one and to get started %i trip to Presquile puis you ini the k__.nidst of thxe show to-day and there are people there to help. A number of local readers bave been telling us tbey have seen tie Tundra Swans north in thxe Rickard Farm and as well just north of the third uine on the west side of the Townline where thxe swanshave been noted in a large water pond i the field. This is a good opportunity for thxe birds are very close to the road side. The commnents have been how large the birds are and the sight they provide when they stretch out that long neck i flight. Frank Wu, director of planning and development for the Town of Newcastle, outlined the past growth in the municipality and as well stepped into the future with cotnments at the General Purpose committee meeting on Monday. The director was addressing council members along with thiose presenft from the public and development interests in the town. In speaking of the proposed Medical waste meet was postponed It had been expected that Browning-Ferris Industries Inc. would present their plans for a medical waste incineration operation to memibers of Regional counicil last Tuesday. Plans for the meeting fell tbrough when it was found that members of council were busy at other meetings. The, regional planning committee, later in the day, did table a staff report pertaining to the medical waste incinerator until such as RFI can be present and after their officiais review the document. Chairman Gary Herrema has been reported to state that he could support the plan for Courtice providing the site is properly serviced and that the Highway interchange is reported safe. Herrema said both water and sewers would be necessary so that a wet scrubber system could be incorporated in the plans. The planning report questions the suitability of the site and the proposed use of dry scrubbers. Murphy's Law: The first Mytb of Management -It exists. Carson's Law: Its better to be rich and healthy tda poor and sick. Langsom's Law: Everything depends. Allen's Law: Almost everything is easier to get into than get out of. Hartfley's Second Law: Neyer go to bed with anybody crazier tha you are. Regional Official Plan outline as developed at the Regionial planning department and comglittee he said he bad many questions and as well spoke of the tremendous importance of the plan. The general purpose committee was late' to deal witb his total report which they adopted with some minor changes. In addressing the past Wu (Continued page 5) wu reports on past and future Clarke HigLh School invites you to attend PARENTS' NIGHT Thursday,. March 21 1991 6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.