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TEIN ct dt a hi i i "A Family Tradition for 133 Years" PORT PERRY STAR - Tuesday, August 17, 1999 - 9 Making Wav} at Aquaram By Chris Hall Port Perry Star Aquarama riders went above and beyond Sunday after- noon as their pledges for 1999 pushed the annual fundraiser's total past the $50,000 mark. "This was the highest we've ever had," said organizer Heather Haliburton Smith of the $15,292.61 raised for Aquarama '99. "We went over our goal... we were aiming to hit $50,000 in seven years and we passed it by more than $2,000. The whole day was excellent; we couldn't have asked for a bet.- ter day and a better result." Aquarama is the Port Perry Rotary Club's annual fundraiser to raise funds for Easter Seals and other local childrens' chari- ties. It is held in August off the shores of Palmer Park on Lake Scugog and features riders making their way around a triangu- lar course on personal water crafts while being timed. A total of 14 teams, 70 riders, and a large number of area busi- Soo e\ \ een \ : a wlll YO :e 3 PORT PERRY DENTAL OFFICE WINSURANCE ASSIGNMENT ACCEPTED 8 EVENING APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE. | (WE COLLECT FROM INSURANCE COMPANIES) ® DENTISTRY WHILE YOU SLEEP - : SPAYMENT PLANS ARRANGED ® GENERAL ANAESTHESIA AVAILABLE _ SENIOR CITIZENS DISCOUNT 7 NEW PATIENTS WELCOME : 462 PAXTON ST. (ACROSS FROM PORT PERRY HOSPITAL) 985-8459 Club's Aquarama competition Sunday afternoon. Bessa made Aquarama '99 a total success, says Mrs. Haliburton- mith. "I want to thank all the riders who brought the sunshine to the Rotary Club and to Easter Seals and other childrens' chari- ties. "We had one less team and therefore fewer riders this year, but obviously they raised a lot more money this year. I'm astounded by the financial support they received from the com- munity this year and the support from area sponsors and busi- nesses who made this a great day," she said, adding that the fundraiser has become quite a popular summer attraction for many. "There are lots of people out there who are getting used to doing it each and every year. They get out there, get their pledges, and ride; they know what they're doing and I think they really enjoy it. "We're getting the same individuals and the same teams each year. It's really great to see the tremendous sup- port we're getting." Ray Edwards of the IGA Mooncricket Racing team grabbed the fastest individual time with a time of 63-seconds, beating out 1998 winner Grant Hooker by one second. The fastest team of the day was once again the IGA Mooncricket Racing team, who took the hon- our last year as well. . The Rotary River Rats collected the most pledges with an impressive total of $3,130.50. The top five pledge collectors, in order, were Dr. Bob Allin, $1,755.50; Yvonne Spoffard, $1,570; 1999 Easter Seals Child Tammy Holtrust, $1075; Donna Herold, $1018; and Bob Smith, $610. The most unusual ride went to Christian Leyes of the Invest-Oars Group and Bryan Pawlin picked up the best costume award with his impression of the devil. "I'm just ecstatic... I'm amazed at how well One of the competitors takes a corner during the Rotary Bob Smith (left) gives Bryan Pawlin a "devil of a hug" after win- ning the best costume award. things went and at how much money we raised," said Mrs. Haliburton-Smith, adding she was a lit- tle disappointed no one took a dive into the water. me Photos by Chris Hall "Loveisin the air! Say.it with flowers or 'The Personal Touch FLORAL & GIFT SHOP 271 Mary St., Port Perry 985-9360 Township of Scugog FIRE DEPARTMENT requires - VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTERS Volunteer firefighters are required for Station 2 (Caesarea) Persons from Blackstock and Nestleton areas are welcome to apply. Applicants must: - be at least 18 years of age - possess a current valid Ontario driver's permit - be able to successfully complete both written and physical testing as required by the dept. Previous applicants are welcome to re-apply. Full training and equipment is supplied to all successful candidates Employment to commence November 1/99 Closing date - August 24/99 Applications are available at: Station #1 30 Crandall St., Port Perry, LIL 1J6 Monday-Friday from 1:00 p.m. until 4:30 p.m. or Township of Scugog Municipal Offices Clerk's Department 208 North St., P.O. Box 780, Port Perry, LOL 1A7 Commencing Aug. 10/99 TAC i. oma Te