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eee eaEeww eae -- ew SCOUTING AROUND /) SCOUTS CANANA Orienteering with map and compass by Robin Nutbrown very year Canadians are getting more outdoor conscious. The roads are loaded with cars, the parks are filled with visitors, the outdoor trails are being used by hikers and campers. The average traveller today will use a map when he goes on a trip, even though the route is But an increasing number head out by themselves along little- known paths, or cross- country. Whichever way you travel, by road or other byways, you'll get a lot more pleasure out of your experience if you're familiar with a map and compass. Most people now are needs a map and compass when today's roads are clearly marked with signs?" There are several ad- vantages for those who use a map and compass. First, map reading is an essential part of a person's basic knowledge, whether for travelling, keeping a log of events, here at home or abroad. Second, the clearly marked by route numbers and trail signs. probably themselves, saying to 'Who ability to use a compass is an outdoor skill which 526-9333 If you've ever received a traffic ticket or committed a minor offence, you probably found the judicial procedure for such of- fences, confusing, expensive, time- consuming and much 'too complex for the seriousness of the offence. Before the passing of the Provincial Offences Act, in 1979, even the most trifle offences such as speeding, offences under the Liquor Licence act and the Motorized Snow Vehicles Act required all the stricture of criminal procedure. The Act now provides for two distinct ways of handling major and minor offences. Under the new Act, a person receiving an '"'offence notice" has three options depending on how he / she wishes to plead. A) On Saturday afternoon Diana decided to go shopping but to her dismay there was no empty parking spots. As usual Diana was in a great rush to get to a party so instead of looking for a spot-further down the street, she parked in front of a fire hydrant. She planned on being in the store for but a few minutes. Unfortunately Officer Smith just happened to be walking by and sighted the illegally parked car. He quickly issued an offence notice. B) On the same busy afternoon, Mike legally parked his Firebird on the main street and conscientiously placed a quarter in the meter slot. When he turned the knob, the meter failed to register his parking time limit. The meter was obviously broken. Because there was no other parking space available he decided to finish his shopping. Officer Smith, unaware of the cir- cumstances, found the supposedly empty meter and issued an offence notice to Mike. C) Louis parked his car ina 8 a.m. to4p.m. parking zone. Returning around 3:45 p.m. Louis' car experienced engine failure. Being only an amateur mechanic, Louis decided to call a garage to tow his car away before his parking time expired. Unfortunately, the tow truck was not im- mediately available and arrived on the scene only after Officer Smith issued poor Louis an offence notice. 1 In these three different eases, under the provisions of the Provincial Offences Act you could exercise three options. These are the three ways. of handling these situations properly. q In case A, Diana chose to sign the _ plea of guilty on the offence notice because she did not wish to dispute the charge. She then delivered the offence notice and the amount shown on the notice in the court office. This is the same procedure as under the previous system: In case B, Mike chose to sign the non-guilty plea on the offence notice and had it delivered to the court office. The court set a time and date for the trial and informed him and the prosecutor of the date. In case C, Louis chose to plead guilty but wished to explain the circumstances surrounding the incident. He appeared at a convenient time before a Justice of the Peace at the place named on the offence notice. He went to the place within the time specified without an appointment and explained to the justice why he thought the fine should be reduced. Of course there will always be those who choose the fourth option - Doing nothing! If you don't do anything within 15 days the justice will impose the fine and enter a con- viction. The court clerk will send you a notice of the fine and the date in which it's due. We hope this brief summary of the new legislation will help you to better understand your rights when dealing with minor offences. This is but one example of the wealth of information that we as summer students have acquired over the summer and that is available to you by calling Contact at 526-9333. Happiness is helping people to help themselves. Michele Duquette and Lisette Arbour Summer Students '80 will make you self- reliant and confident in all your 'travels. Third, the use of map and compass together opens up chances for greater enjoyment of travelling and of the out-of-doors than you have ever experienced. With map and com- pass for your steady companions, the art of orienteering, which means helping you find your way, will make all your outdoor activities more pleasurable. It will make you feel safe and certain in the wildest territory. It will make it possible for you to cut down travel distances and travel time through shortcuts. It will challenge you to explore out-of-the- way places of special interest. It will show you the way to new camp- sites, fishing lakes and hunting grounds. When it's time for your next banquet, phone Dock Lunch . Nick will give you a deal on delicious chicken from 1-thou- sands of pieces and no wings So call Dock Lunch 549-8111 Bestway RENT-ALL Open 6 days a week and until 9 Fridays 542 Bay St., Midland 526-3223 Now located at Pen-Mid convenience store and gas bar on Vindin St. Fast delivery 526-9304 Page 14, Wednesday, August 27, 1980 Where the old timer learned his skill the hard-way over a great number of years, the outdoorsmen of today can learn the secrets of orienteering in a matter of hours. Eventually it may turn you into a protagonist for orien- teering as a_ sport, helping others to enjoy themselves in exciting, cross-country -- travel- ling. Just remember, once you have mastered the skill, it will stick with you for many years to come! Annual pilgrimage The second annual Huronia Parish Pilgrimage to the Martyrs' Shrine Sunday was made by 1,000 people. The procession began at the foot of the steps to the front doors of the church and wound its way to 1ST - $389,155.20 1 winner 2nd - $14,340.50 6WINNERS $25,000 Non Decomposable 104334 334637 803340 $10 005603 313 Wintario $100,000 911074 $1,000 98144 $100 2888 WIN'FALL - 01 Lottario Aug. 23-80 07, 09, 10, 33, 35,39 BONUS 06 4TH - $26.60 6,465 WINNERS 3rd - $925.50 186 WINNERS 86,492 WINNERS Got any winners? the outdoor altar. Principal celebrant was the Most Rev. Robert Clune, auxiliary bishop of Toronto. He was assisted by priests from the Huronia area. 5th - $5.00 Just send their names and what they won to us. We'll be glad to print them here. If your club or organization is holding a draw, Please let us know who the winner is. 526-2283 NO CHARGE the gunn "Mott Jan VICTORIA HARBOUR Enjoy home cooked food at its best 5 p.m. -9p.m. Call 5934-7214 for reservation VARIETY WECARRY . ALL LOTTERY TICKETS Phone 526-3021 Your ad could be here next week, call 526-2283 = gs