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I t I \ i ) j \ j j l j I i Corbett's Dam Prime Spot for Rainbow Trout The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanville, Wednesday, May 11,1994 9 Amie counted as many as 500 visitors visitors watching the migrating rainbows. rainbows. The fishway also provides an opportunity opportunity for MNR staff to assess the rainbow population, its numbers, growth rate of returning fish and to collect tissue samples for analysis for a wide variety of contaminants that may have been picked up in their two or three years in Lake Ontario. In the fishway's first year, 500 trout went through the structure. By 1993 this number had grown to 9000, although this number is less than the peak reached in 1989. With the help of an electronic counter, purchased by the Ganaraska Sportsmen's Association, the exact number of fish passing through the fishway can be determined. determined. ^ Phone Brad Kelly at 623-3303 j FREE FAMILY SWIM -- Newcastle Block Parents are inviting families to join them at the Bowmanville swimming pool for a free hour of swimming on Saturday, May 14, from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. The first 190 people will be admitted on a first-come, first-served basis. Lifeguards will be on duty. If you have any questions, contact Carol at 623-7585. WORLD CUP SOCCER -- Local soccer groups are planning a trip to view a preparation game for the upcoming World Cup of Soccer. Buses will be bound for Varsity Stadium on Sunday, June 12, for an exhibition game between Canada and Holland that will begin at 1:30 p.m. The package includes transportation, a ticket to the game, and a meal. Only those who are registered members of either the Darlington Region Soccer Association, or the Darlington Youth Soccer League are eligible to take advantage of the offer. Space is limited, so call Peter Johnson at 623-8976 to reserve a seat. Barry Snider, Area Biologist Along much of the Lake Ontario shoreline of Northumberland County, a true sign of spring is the large rainbow rainbow trout migrating up the numerous eoldwater streams out of Lake Ontario Ontario in order to spawn. The trout averaging averaging 3 kg, with some as large as 5 kg, migrate upstream when the warm sunny days of spring raise the stream temperatures. The rainbow will be adorned in their attractive spawning colours with the males having a slash of red down their entire sides and females females having less distinctive red markings. At other times of the year these fish arc silver-sided. The males arc further distinguished by a newly- formed hooked jaw. It is the sheer determination determination to reproduce which causes causes the fish to swim against the fast running spring waters to return to the gravel spawning beds that they hatched from 4 to 5 years before. One of the best places to watch this spring phenomenon is Corbett's Dam on the Ganaraska River. Corbett's Corbett's Dam is just a stone's throw away from the south side of Hwy. 401 in Port Hope and can be reached by taking the first right turn off Hwy. 28, south of Hwy. 401. The rainbow migrate up the Ganaraska River and group below Corbett's Dam. Before 1974, the trout were unable to navigate navigate past this 12 foot dam and were helped by the installation of the fishway. fishway. It is the Rainbow trout's initial two-foot jump in the fishway which gives visitors an exciting look at this spring ritual. Arnie O'Donnell, now retired from the Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR), looked after the fishway for many years. Due to the popularity of this fish viewing area, Legion Dart League Champs Receive Awards In addition, Durham was one of the "A" finalists in the BRHL tournament tournament during March break, losing 5-3 to Rotary in the championship game. Coaches John Whitehead and Greg Balson had a lot of fun coaching coaching Durham T.V., which began the year with six first-year players. The team spirit and sportsmanship shown by the players was second to none, and they always came to play their best each and every game. However, more importantly, the players always came to have fun. Of course, it helped to have a terrific group of enthusiastic enthusiastic parents who provided the Shown above are the Mixed League Champs and Playoff Champs from the Bowmanville Legion Dart League. Awards were presented at a banquet held in the Legion Hall on Saturday, April 30. From left are: John Holmes, Cindy Thompson, Wayne Sully, and Ron Smith. Awards for Members of Maple Leaf Judo Club The rainbow trout are not native to the Ganaraska River, Lake Ontario or indeed to this side of the continent. The rainbow trout is actually a native of the Pacific Ocean. The rainbow trout arc in a group of fish that includes includes all of the salmon and trout species. It is closely related to the Atlantic Atlantic Salmon (the north Atlantic salmon). salmon). Throughout history, the Ganaraska Ganaraska River has been recognized for its outstanding fishery. In fact, Ganaraska Ganaraska is an Iroquois name meaning "the place of the spawning fish". In the 1700's the river was a famous Atlantic Atlantic Salmon stream. With the construction construction of numerous millpond dams however, the Atlantic Salmon's path to their spawning beds was blocked. Over fishing, siltation of spawning beds and the dams eventually led to the collapse of the Atlantic Salmon. With the destruction of some of the dams and the reforestration of the Ganaraska headwaters, the quality of the Ganaraska River spawning beds has dramatically improved. Consequently, Consequently, the introduction of rainbow trout into the Ganaraska River in the 1970's has led to a flourishing fishery fishery as the river provides an excellent habitat. Amie O'Donnell has seen over 300 spring time anglers at one below the C.N.R. bridge enjoying the rainbow rainbow trout fishery. Remember that fishing is not allowed in the vicinity of Corbett's Dam. Anglers should also be aware of where they step in the stream at this time of year as they may be walking on gravel spawning beds, home to thousands of fragile rainbow eggs. Come out to the Ganaraska River and admire one of nature's spectacular spectacular shows. For more information contact: Transplanted Turkey, Doug Johnston, Johnston, Resource Technician. Celebrating Celebrating Smokey's 50th Anniversary, Hardy Hardy Kraft, Fire Technician. Rainbow Trout and The Ganaraska River, Barry Barry Snider, Area Biologist. SELECT SOCCER TRY-OUTS --- A number of try-out camps have been scheduled for various age groups wishing to play select soccer this year. All of the following practices will take place at the Hydro Fields. On May 16 at 6:30 p.m„ the under-9,11, and 17, teams will hold try-outs. The rain date is May 18 at the same time. The under-8 and 13 teams will hold try-outs on May 17 at 6:30 p.m. Their rain date is May 19 at the same time. If you are unable to attend the initial try-out, please contact the coach of the respective age division: Rob Goddard (under-8) 432-7444; Luc Perron (under-9) 623-3640; Gerald Lamiot (under-11) 697-0509; Bob Bell (under-13) 433-8851; Steve Kuriaowicz (under-17) 436-2205. FASTBALL TOURNAMENT -- The Durham Lake'shore Women's Fastball League will be holding their annual invitational tournament on June 18-19 at Iroquois Park in Whitby. The league is looking to secure 16 teams, and players must be 18 years of age as of January 1, 1994. Each team is guaranteed three games. Registration deadline is May 31. Any teams interested in playing can call Shelley McHugh-Boumans at (905) 436-0876 for more information. REGIONAL TRACK MEET -- Newcastle resident Jim Shaw will be participating in a Regional Qualifying track and field meet that his club, the Durham Hotwheels, will be hosting this Saturday. The event will be held exclusively for athletes with disabilities. A number of events for athletes eight years of age and older will be conducted at Civic Fields in Oshawa. Spectators are welcome. HOCKEY CONDITIONING CAMP -- Former Oshawa Generals teammates Scott McCrory and Mark Laniel have joined together once again to offer hockey players in the area an opportunity to get in shape during the off-season. They will be running a conditioning camp at Kingsway College in Oshawa from July 4 to August 12. This past season, Scott played professionally in Italy, while Marie played for the Montreal Canadiens farm team in Fredericton. Anyone requiring more information can call 434-8747. ■•■■■■■■■•a* PLAY BALL -- Both senior teams in the Eastern Ontario Baseball Association will begin their season this weekend. In Kendal, the Eagles will host Little Britain on Sunday at 1:00 p.m. The Bowmanville Falcons will be much busier, playing Friday night in Little Britain, Saturday night in Scarborough, and Sunday at home to Port Hope. Their home opener on Sunday at Soper Creek Park will begin at 1:00 p.m. IIIMIIMIH FAILED ON A PROMISE -- Unfortunately, the story that we advertised in The Independent regarding the 1904 baseball team in Bowmanville that was to be printed in today's edition didn't make it. We are in possession of the photo, but arrangements to get further information on the team couldn't be worked out That story, along with a host of others, will appear in next week's Statesman' Proud Season for Durham TV Major Tykes The Maple Leaf Judo Club returned home from a recent competition at Durham College with a wide assortment of trophies. Over 200 competitors participated, representing clubs from all over Ontario. There was even one athlete from Cuba. Representing the Maple Leaf Club were, front row, from left, Sarah Seymour (2nd), Mike Francis (1st), Adam Dillon (2nd), Brenda Nielsen (2nd). Back row, from left, Neil Browne (2nd), Neil Dillon (5th), Blair Dillon (1st), Frank Nielsen (2nd). The Durham T.V. Major Tykes will be looking to the BRHL Awards Day on May 15 as an opportunity to remind them of a season for which they can be proud. Durham won the BRHL "B" Championship in two straight games over their arch-rival, Rotary Club, by scores of 5-1 and 4-1, on April 12 and 14. They also won the Pickering Tournament held over the Christmas holidays. The bright blue banner that signifies their Pickering win hangs proudly on the east wall in the Recreation Recreation Complex, and will remind the players of their accomplishment for years to come. players with non-stop encouragement and support. As with any team, there were several several players that stood out on the Durham Durham T.V. team. However, with the Durham T.V. Major Tykes, each game produced a new star. The stars of Durham T.V. were: John Lam- mers, Jamie Whitehead. Jacob Balson, Balson, Daniel Sullivan, Brandon Murphy, Murphy, Jonathan Engel, Mitchell Hope, Bobby Skan, Trevor Waddell, Kyle Brown, Derek VanHcuvelcn, Michael Michael Leslie, Tyler Castellan, Thomas Thomas Williams, Michael McFarlanc and Kevin Weeks. .... Diabetic BLOOD GLUCOSE METERS available at NEWCASTLE MAXI DRUG Accuracy Made Simple reg. 129 00 SPECIAL OQ95 O y will OFFER onEToucmi Blood Glucose Monitoring Kit while quantities last! $20.00 Discount CSSS ODE TOUCH II L" 51 " i ■ iUP fr* r with TRADE-IN on Purchase of ONE TOUCH BASIC or ONE TOUCH II ONE TOUCH Basic reg. 69 00 SPECIAL OQ95 OFFER Accurate results arc obtained in llireo easy steps: • Press Power, insert test strip • Apply sample • Accurate results in 45 seconds No liming; • No wiping • Noblolling Proven ONKTOUCIT technology imtl perfonnnnec. SPECIAL OFFER.. .while supplies last! 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