Forbes Hall Cooling Centre: Noon - 4 Today

Forbes Hall will open as a cooling center today from noon to 4pm.

Come in for relief from the heat. The library is a cool place to spend the afternoon.

Friday, the hall will be cooling for you from 9am to 2pm.

Margaret W.

Sun Protection Reminder - "Slip, Slop, Slap and Wrap"

- Slip on a shirt or protective clothing that covers your skin

- Slop on broad-spectrum, water-resistant sunscreen of SPF 30 or higher (ideally SPF 50+)

- Slap on a wide-brimmed hat to protect your face, head, neck and ears

- Wrap on wrap-around sunglasses that offer UV protection

Lynne Smith

Dangerous Cargo on the Ferry Today - Thursday, August 6

There is DG to and from Thetis today.

Sharon Cunningham

Nature House - Today's Events – Thursday, August 6

Here's what's on today!

2-3:30pm TIME Jr: Spectacular Salmon (Youth 8-15)

Location: Sea Life Centre, Telegraph Harbour Marina

Join us this week to learn all about the remarkable Pacific Salmon - the backbone of the BC coast. With a life cycle unlike almost any other creature, salmon touch multiple ecosystems across BC, from the headwaters of mountain streams to the open ocean and back again. Come find out what makes them so extraordinary.

New to TIME Jr.? Contact Maya at maya@thetisislandnatureconservancy.org

Fire Dept "Chief for a Day" Contest

Children 4 years of age to 12 years of age are invited to participate in the CHIEF FOR A DAY draw to ride at the front of the parade in the new Engine 1 fire truck during the August 29th Community Parade.

To enter, submit an 8" x 11 /12" work of art with a Fire Fighter theme (action, safety etc.) with the artist's name and age, plus a parent/guardian name and contact information on the back of the drawing/painting.

We will be selecting the winning entry blindfolded from all entries received by August 25th. Only one entry per artist, please. The contest opens on Monday, August 10th and there will be a box at the front door of the firehall, near Veronica's bench, for you to deposit your artistic entry.

Good luck! We look forward to seeing all the great creations. The chosen child artist must be accompanied by a parent/guardian in the Fire Engine during the Parade.

Fire Chief Jeannine Caldbeck

Fire Extinguisher Clinic - Saturday, August 29

As if the Community Parade isn't enough excitement for the August 29th Saturday, the Fire Department is holding the ANNUAL FIRE EXTINGUISHER CLINIC at the Firehall on August 29, Saturday from 1:30 to 3 pm. Get your extinguishers checked and recertified by Aggressive Fire Safety's technician (Fire Chief Neil Rukus, Lantzville FD), and learn how to deploy an extinguisher. There will be new extinguishers to purchase if you require one.

Mark your calendar: Aug 29, Saturday: Community Parade kicks off at 11 am, and the Fire Extinguisher Clinic at 1:30.

Thetis Island Vol. Fire Dept.

from Fire Chief Jeannine Caldbeck

Seeking new Ham Radio operators: ARCTIC Wolves on Thetis

Maynard Johnny Jr. tells us that of the Thunderbird, Wolf and Human depicted in his carving that graces Forbes Hall, "the Wolf represents the runner and messenger to keep the people informed."

When the power goes off many of us lose our normal methods of communication. Amateur radio operators (aka hams) train to help neighbours when the abnormal happens: power outage, cell towers down, impassable roads.

Hams on the island monitor radio waves and are able to communicate essential information between each other and across the water.

At the best of times, phones are for one-to-one contact so one may need to make many calls to inform many people, or to find the one person who can help. Amateur radio can broadcast a message heard by many, to link with help wherever it may be. The Amateur Radio Club of the Thetis Island Community (ARCTIC) currently is a small group committed to being ready to help you.

ARCTIC needs new members, and especially some who can run like the wolf down trails, up hills and through bush, to be the eyes and ears in potentially cut off areas of the island. If you can hear the wolf calling, talk to one of us. We will support you in getting licensed, equipped and practiced. Fifteen-year-olds, even keen10-year-olds, can become licensed. You could make it a family project, to run like the wolf.

Contact us at <hams@thetisisland.net> or keep an eye out for the next gathering of ARCTIC members where you can meet the group, learn more and ask your questions.

Margaret Woodhouse

Wanted to Purchase: Oars with Oarlocks

Looking to purchase a set of oars with oarlocks for a small fiberglass dinghy.

Used working condition.

Thanks

Dugald Smith

Text to 250.661.5420

Portable Air Conditioner for Sale

Portable air conditioner on wheels. Can be moved from room to room. $125

Carol Swann

250-two four six- 3 six99

Fire Department Notice: Controlled Rock Blasting – Wednesday – August 5

Residents are advised that a controlled rock blasting operation will take place on Wednesday at Lot 342 (Old Hunter Campground) by a reputable, licensed blasting contractor.

The work has been coordinated with the Thetis Island Volunteer Fire Department, and the Thetis Island Improvement district is expected to be completed by 1:00 p.m.

Due to the current fire weather conditions, additional fire protection measures have been put in place. These include:

* 1,250 gallons of water on site

* A dedicated fire pump

* A TIVFD presence will be on site throughout the operation to monitor conditions and respond immediately if required

* Blasting Matts

These precautions have been implemented to help ensure the work is carried out safely.

Thank you for your understanding.

Thetis Island Volunteer Fire Department

Truck Topper/Cap for Sale

Fits any Ford-Ranger-sized truck. Navy blue, windows with screens, lockable.

Like new. On-Island for easy pickup.

Asking $50.

Email Dave at bevdavegreene@gmail.com.

Free Piano (offering $200 to have it taken)

Free, (and offering $200 to have it taken) on-island Upright MORRIS LISTOWEL piano, made in Ontario. Needs a tuning. Foster Point Road area.

Contact alixharvey@shaw.ca or text 250-889-5474. Photos available. Would need 3-4 strong people. One strong guy available on site to help depending on day.

Thanks so much

From Alex Harvey