Preeceville's Main Street with the Mayor Garth Harris for Thursday Sept 22nd, 2016 8:35 am
With GX94's Craig Wallebeck > see him @ http://www.gx94radio.com/craig-wallebeck
With GX94's Craig Wallebeck > see him @ http://www.gx94radio.com/craig-wallebeck
This week we focus on: National Forest Week
"National Forest Week, September 18 to 24 this year, is an annual celebration highlighting the important role forests play in our environment and economy. National Tree Day, observed on the Wednesday of National Forest Week, focuses on the value of trees, especially in our cities and towns. “Saskatchewan’s forests cover 34 million hectares, more than half of our province,” Environment Minister Scott Moe said. “National Forest Week is a great time for everyone to consider the many ways that forests and trees add to our lives, every day.” The week’s theme this year is ‘True North, Strong and Green’, referring both to the band of boreal forest that stretches across the country, and to Canada’s place as a world leader in forest stewardship and innovation. Saskatchewan’s forest industry contributes significantly to the provincial economy, while playing a critical role in sustainable forest management. “Saskatchewan’s large forest companies develop 20 year forest management plans that demonstrate how they intend to operate while ensuring the forest’s long-term sustainability,” Moe said. “Our diverse forest sector also has the highest proportion of Aboriginal ownership and participation in Canada, providing jobs and economic development for Saskatchewan people, particularly in northern Saskatchewan.” Saskatchewan’s globally competitive forest industry includes 10 large forest products manufacturing facilities, producing lumber, pulp and panels, and more than 100 small forest businesses producing a variety of forest products. In 2016, the Ministry of Environment’s forest renewal program planted 1.7 million seedlings in Saskatchewan’s provincial forests, with millions more planted by industry" History "Established circa 1920 as Forest Fire Prevention Week, the intention was to encourage greater public awareness towards Canada’s forests. At the time, there was no apparent shortage of trees for industrial expansion – the greatest threat came from forest fires, due mainly to human causes. Since then National Forest Week, as it was renamed in 1967, has evolved to encompass the many and varied human and environmental aspects of Canada’s forest resources – past, present and future. Although special activities are promoted across Canada, National Forest Week remains first and foremost a challenge to individual Canadians to learn more about their forest heritage and support greater recognition of this valuable resource" http://canadianforestry.com/wp/national-forest-week/
Events:
Trail admission - 12 and under $3.00, 13-17 $5.00,
adults $7.00, family rate for three or more kids $25.00.
Group bookings will be taken at the Town Office 547-2810, ask for Andrea.
All corn maze hours are weather permitting. -Sept 24thThe EDC will once again be hosting their Annual Great Pumpkin Contest. Centennial Park Categories include: pumpkin, potato, cabbage, zucchini, onion, carrot, turnip, beet, and kids' category(creative display of animal or creature using vegetable). New this year- Fall Market Plus - vegetable and craft tables. Anyone wanting to register your table for free or for more information can call the Town Office. The Preeceville Library will be hosting a BBQ again this year. - Sept 30th - Culture Days - Ethnic food, entertainment, displays, demonstrations - celebrate the many cultures in our community. At the Preeceville Community Hall 11:00 am - 9:00 pm. Everyone welcome. - Please come and try the new golf driving range located at Annie Laurie Lake. Range balls can be picked up at Midtown for $5/bucket. - Oct 23rd - Kelsey Ecological Society presents "Western Painted Turtles in Saskatchewan" on Sunday, at 2:00 pm, Club 60, presenter Kelsey Marchant. Everyone Welcome. - Oct 27th - Lisa Brokop is one of the most nominated and award-winning female vocalists in Canadian country music history. Lisa has followed in the steps of many of the true legends of country music. - And as always if you wish to have an event promoted visit and post it to our Community Events Calendar at www.townofPreeceville.ca
- CANADA 150 CELEBRATION - PREECEVILLE Strong, Proud and Free In 2017, Canada will mark the 150th Anniversary of Confederation. Preeceville Celebration will be August 4th, 5th and 6th, 2017. Watch for details as they become available. Canada’s 150th website: http://canada.pch.gc.ca/eng/1342792785740/1342793251811 Follow the Mayor on the town site at http://www.townofpreeceville.ca/default.aspx?page=65&cid=6 follow me on blogspot at http://mayorharris.blogspot.ca/
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