Injured Swan

If anyone is willing to help the swan that appears to be stranded on large LLJ, please call Kecia at 250-377-8881. Conservation, Wildlife Park, SPCA and various Search and Rescue departments as well as the LL Fire Chief have been contacted for guidance. This is what was gathered:

The Wildlife Park will take the bird if it can be caught. To catch it we will need a flat bottomed fly-fishing type boat. Smaller would be better. We will need 2 people willing to go out in the boat and try to get the bird. Ideally, they would stay in the boat and push themselves out on the ice in case it gives. The boat will need to have a rope that will allow contact with the shore the entire trip and a winch, if possible, to help pull it back to shore. I am willing to go in the boat but need some help…..Everyone in the boat needs proper flotation devices. We will need a large blanket to try to subdue the bird with.

If anyone is willing to try, let’s do this! I work every aft so would have to do it first thing in the morning.

Thanks,
Kecia

Snow Removal @ LLJ

Does anyone know of who may be available to provide snow removal services at LLJ? Would be good for some of us seasonal residents to call ahead of time before we head up for a stay.

Please advise if you know of anyone.

Thanks

2011 Polarthon

Trapping Season

Little Bob + Maggie

Trapping season is almost upon us! There are 3 active traplines in the area so you need to pay attention when out with dogs and children.

Unfortunately, we don't know the locations of traplines. Your best guess is to watch for human tracks off of logging roads. If you are aware of trap locations please let us know!

Thanks to Bev Lorimer for the reminder.

Logging Truck Crash

By now most residents will have seen the pile of logs on Lac Le Jeune Road near the community mailboxes. If you're wondering what happened here is the article in the Kamloops Daily News. 

As Bev Lorimer mentioned to reporters, we have witnessed some fast-moving logging trucks in our area. Thankfully, nobody was seriously injured in the accident.

Gym Membership Anyone?

I don't understand why people drive to Kamloops to workout at a gym when we have everything we need right here in our own community. ;-) Do you know where to find this fantastic outdoor facility?

Ski Passes

It's time to buy your Stake Lake ski pass! Early bird registration is in effect until November 13, 2010. You can purchase your pass and pay for lessons online or by regular post. Check the Overlander Ski Club website for details on season trail passes or value punch cards, and programs offered this year.

NEW! There is now lighting on 4 kilometres of the trail around Stake Lake.


photo by nikkitambo

Lac Le Jeune Annual Pumpkin Hunt

 

Photo by clockwerks

Where: The Cassidy’s house - 3808 Pineridge
When: Saturday October 23rd @ 11:00am - 3:00ish
Who: Any ghosts, goblins or family and friends of Lac Le Jeune residents!!

The pumpkin hunt will start at 11:00 and you MUST (must, must we say), drop off your pumpkins on the Friday at the Cassidy’s house. One per child and this will allow us time to hide them. As in previous years, you may not go home with the same pumpkin that you dropped off. Please explain this to your little goblins!

Chris the clown will be arriving for fun times at 12:30!!

We will be grilling up hot dogs (chicken and beef) along with drinks and snacks.

Come out, meet the neighbours, and join in on the fun and games!!

Hope to see you there,
Casey and Karen

Work Party! Annual Trail Clean Up

It's time to clean up the trails to prepare for the ski season at Stake Lake. The Overlander Ski Club has organized a Work Party for club members to help out.

What: Pull/cut seedlings, move rocks and limbs off trails
When: October 16, 2010
Where: Meet at the Day Lodge at 9:00am
What to bring: Gloves, pruners, and a bow saw might be handy

 

Photo by Alarobric Alan Richards

Stake Lake Observatory Opening

The Kamloops Astronomical Society invites you to the Stake Lake Observatory Opening on Saturday, October 2. The ceremony begins at 6:00pm followed by refreshments, presentation, and a viewing session (weather permitting). Bring a chair and warm clothes. You may also choose to bring your own binoculars or telescope.