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 2008 Summer Programs

The Shelburne Parks and Recreation Department is beginning to collect information for this year’s Summer Fun Guide which will be out the first week of June. If you have any information or events that you would like included, contact Kim at the Parks and Recreation Office by phone, 875-3873, by fax, 875-3932, by email, tshelb@auracom.com. Deadline for submissions is May 30th.

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You are invited… to a public presentation on “Making the Case for Active Transportation”
Date:  Monday, May 12, 2008
Time:  7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Location: Shelburne Regional High School

National Active Transportation expert Michael Haynes will discuss active transportation and its benefits. Join him to learn how Active Transportation contributes to the health, environmental, social and economic wellbeing of communities and their citizens.
 

What is Active Transportation?                                          Download your own Activie Transportation Session Invitation!

“Active transportation is any form of human-powered transportation. It is any trip made for the purposes of getting yourself, or others, to a particular destination - to work, to school, to the store or to visit friends. As long as it is "active", you can choose the mode - walking, cycling, wheeling, in-line skating, skateboarding, ice skating (eg. on a canal). Walking and cycling are the most popular forms of active transportation. It can also involve combining modes such as walking/cycling with public transit” – Public Health Agency of Canada
 

Expert Facilitation

Michael Haynes is one of the leading experts on Active Transportation in Canada, and:
· Current Director of TransActive Solutions
· National Active Transportation and Trails Canada Coordinator from 2003-2008
· Executive Director of the Nova Scotia Trails Federation from 1994-2003
· Has conducted workshops on Active Transportation more than 30 Canadian communities
· Member of the Public Health Agency of Canada’s Active Trans. Advisory Committee
· Michael has published a number of trail guides, including Hiking Trails of Nova Scotia
· He is a hiker, biker, and orienteer
· Michael contributes a regular column to CBC Ottawa’s In Town and Out radio program
 

We sincerely hope you consider joining us for this exciting day of learning, sharing and networking.

Please RSVP to Adam Dedrick, Physical Activity and Community School Coordinator, 875-2831, by May 7, 2008.

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March 17, 2008

Applications for Student Summer Employment
 

Applications for student summer employment with the Parks and Recreation Department will be received until 4:30pm on Friday April 18, 2008.

Application forms, job descriptions and other information can be obtained by contacting the Shelburne Parks and Recreation Office, 168 Water St., 2nd floor. Phone 875 3873.

Application forms are also available at the Town Office, and the Human Resource Centre, 218 Water St.  These forms can also be downloaded from the Town’s website www.auracom.com/tnshelb  - use the Parks and Recreation Department link.  Applications already on file for this year do not need to be re-submitted. Applications and/or resumes may be submitted by mail, fax, email, or delivered by hand.

All positions are subject to funding approvals from various agencies.
Approvals for all positions are conditional on completion of Consent for Disclosure of Criminal Record Information, a Child Abuse Register – Request for Search, and a Drivers License Client Record Abstract.

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Seniors Income Tax Preparation Program

Do you need help with your 2007 Income Tax Return?  The South West Shore Volunteer Services is offering to do them for you free of charge.

Since 1971, the Canada Revenue Agency has worked with community volunteer organizations to help people complete their income tax and benefit returns.  The Community Volunteer Income Tax Program, which is endorsed by the Canada Customs and Revenue Agency, provides a network of tax volunteers in communities throughout Canada.  Volunteers help other members of their community to honor their tax obligations and to receive the credits to which they are entitled.  Under this program, volunteers donate their time to provide this free service to others in their communities, who otherwise may not have the funds to pay to have their returns completed.
Starting February 18th, 2008 the South West Shore Volunteer Services, a charitable arm of the South West Shore Development Authority, is offering this program to the seniors of Shelburne County.  If you are unable to complete your income tax and benefit return by yourself or unable to pay for assistance, our Volunteer Income Tax Program may be for you.
Specially trained volunteers can help you complete your income tax and benefit return if your income is low and your tax situation is simple.  Volunteers do not complete income tax and benefit returns for deceased persons, bankrupt individuals, or individuals who have capital gains or losses, employment expenses, or business or rental income and expenses.
If you are interested in having your income taxes prepared by a qualified volunteer, or have any questions, call the South West Shore Volunteer Services at (902) 637-2847 or 1-800-565-0397.
We are here to serve you!

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Press Release
March 7, 2008

Lobster Festival Draw – a perfect fundraising opportunity

The 22nd Annual Shelburne County Lobster Festival will be held June 5 - 8, 2008. To help offset some of the costs for promoting the Festival, the Lobster Festival Committee will be having 8 draws for a total of 80 pounds of lobsters. Tickets will be sold until June 2.

At the Lobster Festival official opening ceremonies on June 5, eight draws will be made - each for 10 pounds of lobster.

The tickets sales also provide volunteers in the County with an opportunity to raise money for their own use. Any group that sells tickets can keep half of their sales for their group. Both the Lobster Festival Committee and the group selling benefit.

Tickets will be available for distribution to groups interested in fundraising from each of the Recreation Offices in Shelburne County, after March 10.

For more information, contact any Recreation Department Office in Shelburne County.

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Lobster Festival Committee preparing information for 2008 brochure

 The 22nd Annual Shelburne County Lobster Festival will be June 5 - 9, 2008.

The Shelburne County Lobster Festival Committee is beginning to assemble information for its 2008 program brochure.
The brochure will contain a complete schedule of events for the County-wide festival.
Community groups and organizations that are planning to host events that will take place during the timeframe of the Festival can have information on their event included in the brochure and as a part of other publicity for the Festival at no charge.
Members of the Festival Committee will be selling ads to local businesses to help offset the cost of printing the brochure.
The brochure is distributed throughout the County and at other tourism points in the province prior to the Festival.

If your group has an event that could be included as part of the Festival brochure, please contact your local Recreation Department.
The deadline for including events in the brochure is March 31, 2008.

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Press Release
Januarty 9, 2008
For immediate release

Senior Games begins planning for 2008 – changes being considered
 

            The Shelburne County Senior Games Planning Committee will soon begin the process of planning for the 2008 Games. The Committee’s first planning meeting will be held on Friday January 25 at 10:00am in the Council Chambers of the Municipality of the District of Shelburne.
            The Committee will be considering a number of sweeping changes to the Games for 2008. This includes examining the name of the Games, the format for the various events, the number of days, and the dates for the Games. Participant numbers for the Games have been declining for the past few years and a number of options to boost attendance will be considered.
             The Planning Committee is looking for input from people in the County in their decision-making. People are invited to attend the meeting, or contact their local Recreation Department, or Southwest Shore Volunteer Services to pass on their comments and ideas.
 

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Press Release

for immediate release

“Our Community – Something for Everyone”

              Community organizations and Recreation Departments throughout Shelburne County will be teaming up to present “Our Community – Something for Everyone” on May 3, 2008 at Lockeport Regional High School.

The purpose of the day is to provide information on organizations, agencies, programs, activities and events that take place in the various communities that make up Shelburne County. Last year about 40 different booths displayed information and provided an opportunity to make contact with them on a personal basis at the “Our Community” event in Barrington. This year it’s Lockeport’s turn to host.

“Our Community – Something for Everyone” is held during Volunteer Week, which is April 27 – May 3 in 2008.
Musical performances for children and adults, demonstrations, games and fun are also be planned for the day.
 The first meeting to begin planning for 2008 was held on October 23 in Lockeport.

Representatives of community groups or agencies that may want to take part in planning the day are welcome to attend.
Please contact your local Recreation Department, Volunteer Services, or the Community Action Program for Children (CAPC) for more information.

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 download 2008 registration form                                                 download 2008 letter to Community groups

January 9, 2008

Volunteer Week Nominations sought

    The Shelburne Parks and Recreation Department, along with the other Recreation Departments in the County, will be taking part in Volunteer Week to recognize the valuable contribution that Volunteers make to the quality of life in Shelburne County.
This is the 34th year for Volunteer Week Celebrations in Nova Scotia.

    As in past years we are asking community groups to nominate someone to represent their group of volunteers, or they may choose to nominate someone who has contributed their volunteer efforts to the group.  The person nominated will receive a Recognition Certificate, and be invited to attend a reception hosted by the Town of Shelburne, Municipality of Shelburne and the Town of Lockeport during Volunteer Week.

     Nomination Forms are to be completed and returned to the Parks and Recreation Office by 4:30pm on March 5th, 2008 in order for the nominee to be considered as our Provincial Volunteer Representative. The Parks and Recreation Commission will be selecting a volunteer to representative all volunteers serving our Community.  This person will be attending the Provincial Volunteer Week Awards Ceremony in Halifax, on Thursday April 24th.

    Nominations received after March 5th, 2008 will still be included for invitation and recognition at the local reception.

   for More information, please contact the Parks and Recreation Department at 875 3873

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            download 2008 Volunteer Recognition Form            download Memorandum sent to Community Groups

download Challenge record sheet           download Challenge poster         Take The Roof Off Winter Official Website

Winner announced - South Shore Grand Prize

The winner of this years Take the Roof off Winter South Shore Grand Prize is ... Heidi Christie from the Barrington area

Heidi receives a family weekend package to White Point Beach resort including 2 nights stay, special children's check-in, welcome gift, breakfast and dinner daily for 2 adults and 2 kids, and 3 hours of babysitting.

Congratulations to Heidi and thank you all to the South Shore Active Communities for supporting Take the Roof off Winter 2007-08.
 
 
 
 

Take the Roof Off Winter - Physical Activity Challenge
Winners from week 4

Congratulations to the winners participating in the final week of the four week  Physical Activity Challenge sponsored by the Municipality of the District of Shelburne’s Recreation and Parks Department and The Town of Shelburne’s Parks and Recreation Department . It is part of the “Take the Roof Off Winter” promotion being held throughout Nova Scotia, sponsored by Recreation Nova Scotia.

Red Toque winners: Julie Ann Bruce, Marion Flemming, Edgar Flemming, Peggy Ruiz and Hannah Scott

Cheque for $25.00 winners: Candace Henneberry, Shelly Spears, Sandria Crosby and Dee Harding

Participants were physically active during each of the 4 weeks, then called in to either Recreation Department Monday of the next week to have their name entered for nine weekly draws on Tuesdays for 5 “Take the Roof Off Winter” fleece toques and 4 draws of  $25.00 cash.

All those that called or emailed were entered in a draw to select an entry from this area for the South Shore Grand Prize - a week-end at White Point Beach Lodge, sponsored by South Shore Active Communities. The participant drawn and forwarded  for that draw was Carol Mahaney.

Congratulations to all those who helped "Take The Roof Off Winter"
 

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Challenge winners - Week  3 -- February 17 - 23, 2008
 

Congratulations to the winners participating in the third week of the four week  Physical Activity Challenge sponsored by the Municipality of the District of Shelburne’s Recreation and Parks Department and The Town of Shelburne’s Parks and Recreation Department . It is part of the “Take the Roof Off Winter” promotion being held throughout Nova Scotia, sponsored by Recreation Nova Scotia.

Red Toque winners: Dee Harding; Rachael deMolitor; Peggy Ruiz; Mary Scott; Jackie Race;
Cheque for $25.00 winners: Susan Abbott; Dustin Conrad; Shelly Spears; John Spears

You must be physically active during each of the 4 weeks and write that activity on a record sheet provided. You then call or email  either Recreation Department (875-3873) or (875-3544 ext 225) on the Monday of the next week to have your name entered for nine weekly draws on Tuesdays for 5 “Take the Roof Off Winter” fleece toques and 4 draws of  $25.00 cash.

All those that call or email in will be entered in a draw to select an entry from this area for the South Shore Grand Prize - a week-end at White Point Beach Lodge, sponsored by South Shore Active Communities.

Get involved at any point during the 4 weeks. The more you participate the greater
your chances to win and have fun being physically active.

More information and record sheets are available from the Town or Municipal Recreation Departments at their offices or it can be viewed and downloaded from their websites www.auracom.com/tnshelb or www.municipalityofshelburne.ca

Other “Take the Roof Off Winter” activities being sponsored by the Municipality of the District of Shelburne’s Recreation and Parks Department are as follows:
 - Mini Winter Olympics March 1st at Welkum Park 1:00pm – 4:00pm.
            - Recreation Road Show at Sable River Community Hall on March 6 and at CGC Volunteer fire Hall March 10 from 1:00pm – 5:00pm
            - Free Public Skate at the Shelburne County Arena March 14th 2:00pm – 4:00pm

Be Physically Active – “Keep IT Moving”

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Challenge winners - Week  2 -- February 10 - 16, 2008

Congratulations to the winners participating in the second week of the four week Physical Activity Challenge sponsored by the Municipality of the District of Shelburne’s Recreation and Parks Department and The Town of Shelburne’s Parks and Recreation Department . It is part of the “Take the Roof Off Winter” promotion being held throughout Nova Scotia, sponsored by Recreation Nova Scotia.

Red Toque winners: Sam Scott, Brandon Davis, Thomas Crosby, MacKenzie Crosby and Helen Goulden
Cheque for $25.00 winners: Cathy Holmes, David DeMolitor, Dustin Conrad and Dee Harding

To participate you must be physically active during each of the 4 weeks and write that activity on a record sheet provided. You then call in or email either Recreation Department (875-3873) or (875-3544 ext 225) on the Monday of the next week to have your name entered for nine weekly draws on Tuesdays for 5 “Take the Roof Off Winter” fleece toques and 4 draws of  $25.00 cash.

All those that call or email in will be entered in a draw to select an entry from this area for the South Shore Grand Prize - a week-end at White Point Beach Lodge, sponsored by South Shore Active Communities.

Get involved at any point during the 4 weeks. The more you participate the greater are your chances to win and have fun being physically active.

More information and record sheets are available from the Town or Municipal Recreation Departments at their offices or it can be viewed and downloaded from their websites www.auracom.com/tnshelb or www.municipalityofshelburne.ca

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Challenge winners - Week  1 -- February 3 - 9 2008

Congratulations to the winners participating in the first week of the four week  Physical Activity Challenge sponsored by the Municipality of the District of Shelburne’s Recreation and Parks Department and The Town of Shelburne’s Parks and Recreation Department . It is part of the “Take the Roof Off Winter” promotion being held throughout Nova Scotia, sponsored by Recreation Nova Scotia.

Red Toque winners: David deMolitor; Robert MacKay; Colleen Scott; Susan Abbot; John Acker
Cheque for $25.00 winners: Hanna Scott; Peggy Ruiz; Mary Scott, Isaac de Molitor

You must be physically active during each of the 4 weeks and write that activity on a record sheet provided. You then call in to either Recreation Department (875-3873) or (875-3544 ext 225) on the Monday of the next week to have your name entered for nine weekly draws on Tuesdays for 5 “Take the Roof Off Winter” fleece toques and 4 draws of  $25.00 cash.

All those that call or email in will be entered in a draw to select an entry from this area for the South Shore Grand Prize - a week-end at White Point Beach Lodge, sponsored by South Shore Active Communities.

Get involved at any point during the 4 weeks. The more you participate the greater
are your chances to win and have fun being physically active.

More information and record sheets are available from the Town or Municipal Recreation Departments at their offices or it can be viewed and downloaded from their websites www.auracom.com/tnshelb or www.municipalityofshelburne.ca

Physical Activity Challenge 2008 --  4 Weeks from February 3 - March 1
 

    For the 4th  consecutive year, The Town of Shelburne’s Parks and Recreation Department and the Municipality of the District of Shelburne’s Recreation and Parks Department have joined forces to provide an opportunity for people to participate locally in a physically active 4 week challenge during the month of February. We encourage all to participate in this year’s four week Physical Activity Challenge for fun and prizes.
It is part of the “Take the Roof Off Winter” promotion being held throughout Nova Scotia, sponsored by Recreation Nova Scotia.
You must be physically active during each of the 4 weeks and write that activity on a record sheet provided. You then call in to either Recreation Department (875-3873) or (875-3544 ext 225) on the Monday of the next week to have your name entered for nine weekly draws on Tuesdays for 5 “Take the Roof Off Winter” fleece toques and 4 draws of  $25.00 cash.

    All those that call will be entered in a draw to select an entry from this area for the South Shore Grand Prize - a week-end at White Point Beach Lodge, sponsored by South Shore Active Communities.

    Get involved at any point during the 4 weeks. The more you participate the greater
are your chances to win and have fun being physically active.

    More information and record sheets are available from the Town or Municipal Recreation Departments at their offices or it can be viewed and downloaded from their websites www.auracom.com/tnshelb or www.municipalityofshelburne.ca

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For Immediate Release

Funding Available for Physical Activity Initiatives

Funding assistance is available for community based physical activity initiatives, specifically for program development or leadership development.
The funding is available to any group, organization or individual that is creating, expanding or improving physical activity opportunities for our residents.
The funding is a one-time only grant; Applicants will not receive funding for the same thing twice. Funding is available up to a maximum of $500. Applications can be submitted at any time and are subject to review for approval. There is no deadline.
Applications are available at the Town of Shelburne Parks & Recreation office, the Municipality of the District of Shelburne Recreation Department office and the Physical Activity & Community School Coordinator office located in the Shelburne Regional High School.
Applications are to be submitted to Adam Dedrick, Physical Activity & Community School Coordinator. For further info and questions call 875-2831 or email adedrick@staff.ednet.ns.ca.

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 Click here to download the form in PDF format

 for more information on the Physical Activity Stragey
 
 

Town of Shelburne Parks and Recreation Department 10,000 Step Challenge is back in business
 

The Town of Shelburne’s Parks and Recreation Department is re-launching its popular 10,000 Step Challenge program, with some changes. Funding has been received from the Department of Health Promotion and Protection to allow for the purchase of additional step counters.

Step Counters can be borrowed from the Parks and Recreation Department Office at no cost for as long as you want, or they can be purchased for $7.50. There is a 100% buyback guarantee if it is returned to the Parks and Rec. Department in good condition.

 Participants can then begin their walking program or any other activity to begin the 10,000 Step Challenge.

 The program you choose can be structured and formal or very informal. Participants are encouraged to monitor their daily step counts and develop a plan to increase your daily step count to reach your goal and achieve health benefits. Sample plans are available. Optional Activity Log Sheets are available for those that want to track their activity level on a continual basis. Additional resource information is available from the Parks and Recreation Office.

The average person’s stride is about 2.5 feet long. It takes just over 2,000 steps to walk one     mile and 10,000 steps are close to 5 miles. Walking 10,000 steps per day is a good starting point or goal, but to maximize health benefits 2,000-4,000 of the steps should be done at a brisk pace. Moderate intensity is a necessary part of the 10,000 steps per day target.

Check with your physician before starting this program if you have any health concerns.

The program is simple – wear a step counter all day long to motivate yourself to be more active throughout the day. Wearing a step counter (pedometer) all day is a great way to measure how active you have been – and to inspire you to move more on days you have been sedentary.

It is widely recognized that increased physical activity results in better health and well-being. Increasing physical activity can be as simple as walking a bit more than we already do each day. Physical benefits have been linked to walking for years. The best thing is that walking is low cost and low impact. 10,000 steps per day walking programs are growing in popularity world-wide.
The benefits of regular physical activity:

If you regularly monitor your activity and achieve your steps goals you will:

* Feel less tired and have more energy for everyday tasks
* Feel more confident and be less stressed
* Sleep better
* Have better heart health (including cholesterol and blood pressure)
* Find it easier to maintain a healthy weight
* Have stronger bones and muscles
* Reduce your risks of many serious health problems in old age

Increasing your daily activity can:

* Help people achieve and maintain a healthy body weight
* Reduce the risk of developing coronary heart disease (CHD) and the risk of dying from CHD
* Reduce feelings of depression and anxiety
* Reduce the risk of stroke
* Reduce the risk of having a second heart attack in people who have already had one heart attack
* Lower both total blood cholesterol and triglycerides and increases high-density lipoproteins (HDL) or the "good" cholesterol
* Lower the risk of developing high blood pressure
* Help reduce blood pressure in people who already have hypertension
* Lower the risk of developing non-insulin-dependent (type 2) diabetes mellitus
* Reduce the risk of developing colon cancer
* Promote psychological well-being and reduces feelings of stress
* Help build and maintain healthy bones, muscles, and joints
* Help older adults become stronger, and better able to move about without falling or becoming excessively fatigued

Reference: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (2002). Physical Activity Fundamental To Preventing Disease.

To get your step counter or more information, contact the Town of Shelburne’s Parks and Recreation Department.
Phone (902) 875 3873
email tnshelb@auracom.com
www.auracom.com/tnshelb

or better yet, walk to our office at 168 Water Street, 2nd floor!

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Great news for Nova Scotia’s Volunteer Community!

Recreation Nova Scotia (RNS), Community Links, the Cape Breton Chamber of Voluntary Organizations (CBCVO) and the Fédération acadienne de la Nouvelle-Écosse (FANE) are very pleased to introduce the NSVOLUNTEERFORUM.CA - a new website to support Nova Scotia’s volunteer community. Our four associations have partnered together to develop a website to help volunteers and the voluntary sector stay connected and stay informed. Check it out!

 www.nsvolunteerforum.ca
 

NSVOLUNTEERFORUM.CA features a NOTICE BOARD to promote volunteer opportunities, training, special events and funding sources; a RESOURCE CENTRE loaded with great resources and web links; and a WHAT’S NEW section to keep you informed about the latest volunteer news in Nova Scotia and across Canada. Not only can you find lots of information on the site but YOU can post information about your favourite resources, new opportunities, and recruit volunteers online!

The web site is available to everyone. If you were a previous member of Nova Scotia’s Canada Volunteerism Initiative (CVI) we have included your name as a member of the nsvolunteerforum.ca. To access the site as a member use your own name and email address as your password. As a member you can post and edit your notices, and you will receive bi-weekly e-bulletins updating you on the latest postings. If you would like to become a new member, or have trouble using your old password, simply go to the member page and follow the directions.

If you would prefer not to receive the bi-weekly ebulletins, go to the member page, find your profile and indicate that you do not want to receive these messages.

Mark the site as a favourite and use it to share your information, recruit volunteers, and find solutions to challenges.

Please pass along the website address to other volunteers and community leaders and contact one of the Forum Partners if you have any comments or suggestions to improve the site.

Thank you and we hope this resource helps makes your volunteer experience even more rewarding.

Cape Breton Chamber of Volunteer Organizations
Susan King, Board Member
sking@nscommunitylinks.ca

Community Links
Sandra Murphy, Executive Director
communitylinks@hfx.eastlink.ca

Fédération acadienne de la Nouvelle-Écosse
Jean Leger, Director General
Jleger@fane.ns.ca

Recreation Nova Scotia
Dawn Stegen, Executive Director
dstegen@recreationns.ns.ca
 
 
 

Shelburne County Special Olympics calls "Town Hall" meetings

A Town meeting has been called to help recruit
volunteers to support Special Olympics Athletes in the
Shelburne, Barrington and Lockport communities.

If you have an hour a week, or a few hours a month to
help some very deserving athletes your invited to
attend our meeting to find our more. This meeting is
for information purposes only – no commitment is
needed to come and find out more.

Meeting Times & Locations:
Thursday, September 6 th
Barrington Sobeys Community Room – 12:00 Noon
Shelburne Legion – 7:30 pm

Please help our athletes, attend our meeting!
For Information call 18662992019
 
 

Tennis Tournament Results

The Town of Shelburne Parks and Recreation Department held its second tennis tournament of the summer on August 11th. The weather was great and we had 8 participants eager to play. Single and double matches were played.
The championship match for men’s singles was between Allan Surrette of Yarmouth and Byron Cottreau of Lower Wedgeport. Surrette and Cottreau played a competitive match with a close score. In the end Cottreau was named champion placing first in the men’s singles, while Allan placed second.
The championship match for doubles came down to Trevor Spencer and Jody Nickerson against Byron Cottreau and Carol d’Entremont. After another competitive championship game, the Cottreau and d’Entremont team went home in first place. Congratulations to all the participants!
Don’t forget to check out our website at www.auracom.com/tnshelb for more tennis updates and pictures.

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Horseshoe Tournament Results

Horseshoes were played at the Recreation Complex on August 11th. We had 8 people participating in the round robin tournament. After five rounds, Richard Davis and Paul Chetwynd finished first in the tournament with the most wins, only loosing one game the whole tournament.
Partners, Eben Newell and Bruce Newell were tied with Seldon Bruce and Ernie Thorburne for second place, each team having won 7 games. After playing a tie breaking round, Ernie and Seldon ended the tournament in second place, while Eben and Bruce placed third. Congratulations to all participants!!

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Kids Dog Show Results

 The Town of Shelburne Parks and Recreation held their Annual Kid’s Dog Show on August 1, 2007. It was a great turn out with 12 kids that were ready to show off their canine friends to the spectators and judges!
Lilly Foote and her dog Bossco had the crowd at the Atlantic House Park roaring with laughter and received the award for Funniest Dog.  Isaiah Pierce and his black lab Timber were awarded Best Looking and the Best of the Show. Taylor Chetwynd and her dog, Eddie received the award for Best Behaved Dog. The Best Trick of the show was awarded to Lane Conrad and his dog, Molly.
 The Dog Show was a great success and we would like to give a big thank you to all the local business who helped sponsor the event, and  to the judges Holly Belong and Sandra Bower.
For a list of all the winners and photos you can also check out the Town of Shelburne Website at www.auracom.com/tnshelb.

2007 Children’s Dog Show Results
Best trick
1st Lane Conrad & Molly
2nd Kelsey Torak & Oreo
3rd Geneva Bower & Tumbleweed

Smallest Dog
Lilly Foote & Bossco

Largest Dog
Jarret Ratflavi & Hercules

Shortest Tail
Tayla Wamback & Shelby

Longest Tail
Jarret Ratflavi & Hercules

Best Looking
Isaiah Pierce & Timber

Best Behaved
Taylor Chetwynd & Eddie

Funniest Dog
Lilly Foote & Bossco

Best of Show
Isaiah Pierce & Timber

Congratulations to all participants!
 

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Founder’s Days - Results from Canoe Jousting and Canoe Races

            The Shelburne Parks and Recreation Department held their annual Founders’ Days events over the weekend. Canoe Jousting, Canoe Races and the Greased Pole were held over the weekend. We had a large amount of participants as well as many others watching the events.

            Seven teams competed in the Canoe Jousting. Steven Scott and Robert Kane managed to beat out all the other contestants knocking them into the water. Both Scott and Robert were awarded $15 each.

            Ten teams participated in the Canoe Races. There was two heats of 5 teams each, dividing the older participants from the younger ones. In the first heat, Colby Gosbee and his partner, Allan Stoddard finished in first place. Finishing in second place was Michael Jacklyn and his teammate Dilan Conrad. Both of these teams advanced to the finals.

            In the second heat, Steven Scott and Raymond Scott finished in first place and Joe Hayden and his partner Adam Latham finished in second place, with both teams advancing to the finals.

            In the finals, the first place winners were Steven Scott and Raymond Scott, each winning $10. Finishing in second place was Joe Hayden and Adam Latham, who each won $5.

            Congratulations to all the winners and thanks to all those who participated. Thanks to the Shelburne Volunteer Fire Department for providing their Zodiac for safety.

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Winners from Loyalist Five Mile Road Race

    The Town of Shelburne Parks and Recreation Department held its annual Loyalist 5 Mile Road Race on July 22, 2007 as part of this years Founders’ Days celebration.
    The race began at the corner of Anne and Water Street at 9:30am and the racers moved through town, around the Islands Park and the finish line was on the waterfront at the Fishermen’s Memorial.
    There was a great turnout for the road race with 13 people registered.  Paul Chetwynd from Shelburne won the trophies for 1st Place Male Masters and 1st Place Open Male with a time of 34minutes and 24.4 seconds. Chetwynd was also the first recipient of the new “Shelburne Centennial Cup” for the race. The second place trophies for Open Male went to Eric MacInnis from Liverpool, falling closely behind Paul with a time of 34 minutes 30.3 seconds and the third place trophies for the Open Male and second place Masters category was awarded to Rod Mossman from Shelburne, who had a time of 39 minutes, 45.4 seconds. The third place trophy for Male Masters went to Tom Pearse-Drance from East Green Harbour. In the Junior Male category, Graham Muise of Milton finished first with a time of 42 minutes, 10.8 seconds. Nine year old, Cali Chetwynd finished in second place with a time of 1 hour, 10 minutes, and 5.1 seconds.
    The first place trophy for Open Female and Junior Female went to twelve-year-old Eliza Hyde from Shelburne, finishing with a time of 45 minutes, 3.2 seconds. Joanne Fry, an Ontario resident finished second in Open Female and first in Female Masters with a time of 49 minutes, 3.9 seconds. Jo Rippin from BC finished in second place in Female Masters and third place for Open Female with a time of 49 minutes, 30.3 seconds.

    Congratulations to all the winners! A special thanks to all the runners for coming out, to the volunteers that helped out with this year’s Loyalist 5 Mile Road Race, TLC Pharmasave who donated bottles of water for the runners and to the Shelburne Volunteer Fire Department who provided safety vehicles.
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PHOTOS OF FINISHERS ARE POSTED ON OUR SCRAPBOOK

Kid’s Annual Dog Show August 1, 2007
 

          Can your dog bark the alphabet?  Can he sit, roll over, or walk on his hind legs?  Is he the cutest dog in Shelburne?  If you answered yes to any of these questions then bring your dog down to Shelburne’s Annual Dog Show and show off his talents!

            The Shelburne Parks and Recreation Department will be holding a Dog Show on Wednesday, August 1st at the Atlantic House Park.  Registration begins at 6:00 pm with the show beginning at 6:30 pm.  There is no registration fee.

            Dogs must be at least 6 months old.  Anyone between the ages of 4 and 14 can enter a dog.

            There are many categories including best trick, largest dog, smallest tail, and many more!  You can enter your dog in as many categories as you like.  There will be prizes awarded to both the children and their dogs.

            For more information, or to pre-register, contact the Parks and Recreation Department at 875-3873.
 
 

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Soap Box Derby Results

The Shelburne Parks and Recreation Department and the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #63 held their annual Soapbox Derby race on Saturday, July 14th.  People came out to cheer out the eleven participants in the junior division and the four participants in the senior.

In total, there were 11 kids registered to receive three trophies in categories including: 1st, 2nd, 3rd place Race Winners and Most Innovative Design.  Devin Gregory took home the third place trophy, Riley Harlow took home the second place trophy and the first place winner of the Junior Division was Candace Henneberry beating Riley Harlow for the first time in three years. Devin Gregory was also awarded the trophy for the most innovative design.

In the Senior Division, there were 4 seniors registered. Kathy Boyd finished in third place, while Rob Harlow finished in first place beating Mark Henneberry who finished in second.

Thank you to the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 63 for sponsoring the event and to all the participants.  And remember that it’s not too early to start working on your soapbox car for next year!

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Walking to Improve Your Health
By Adam Dedrick, Physical Activity & Community School Coordinator

Summer is here and more and more people are out walking. This is partly due to the warm weather but it is also because walking is an excellent physical activity. People of all ages and virtually all levels of physical ability can walk comfortably with little risk of injury. It is simple to do, does not cost anything and you can do it anywhere. For many it is the single most beneficial all purpose physical activity.
Walking is enjoyable, relaxing and good for you too! Regular brisk walking for 30 minutes on four to seven days a week will reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, diabetes, obesity, osteoporosis, and some cancers. Regular walkers also benefit from increased energy levels, more stamina, better sleep, and lower stress levels.
Lack of time is one of the main reasons we are not active but remember you can walk anywhere and at any time. You can go for short walks throughout the day and still get the health benefits. Try walking 3 times a day for 10 minutes each time and you will be well on your way.
Another way to stay active is by joining a walking club. Walking clubs provide benefits in not only physical activity but also social activity. They are a great way to meet new people and to stay motivated. Walking clubs are currently being developed in Shelburne in each of the Municipal districts and one in the Town (see press release).

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Physical Activity Strategy forming Walking Clubs
- Volunteer Leaders Needed

A Physical Activity Strategy is being developed for the Town and Municipality of Shelburne and one of the first projects is to develop walking clubs. The goal is to have a walking club in each community of each district of the Municipality and one in the Town. Walking clubs are a great way for people to be social and most importantly to be physically active.

The first step to developing the walking clubs is to identify local community leaders who will help to organize the clubs in their respective communities. Ideally these leaders will eventually run the walking clubs with assistance from the Physical Activity Strategy.

If you are interested in forming a walking club in your community or you know someone who would be please contact Adam Dedrick by phone: 875-2831 or by email: adedrick@staff.ednet.ns.ca.

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June 12, 2007

Tennis Tournament Results

The Town of Shelburne Parks and Recreation Department held its annual Lobster Fest Tennis Tournament on Saturday, June 9th. It was a beautiful day with a great turnout of 8 players from all over the county, and as far as Halifax participating in the tournament. Single and double matches were played.
The championship match for men’s singles was between Allan Surrette of Yarmouth and Trevor Spencer of Stoney Island for the second consecutive year. Surrette and Spencer played a competitive match with a close score. In the end Allan was named champion placing first in the men’s singles, while Trevor placed second.
The championship match for doubles came down to John Nickerson and Jody Nickerson versus Trevor Spencer and Andrew Blades. After another competitive championship game, Trevor and Andrew went home in first place while John and Jody finished in second. Congratulations to all the participants!
Our second tennis tournament of the summer will be played on August 11th at 9:00am.
The summer tennis league will begin on July 4th at 6:30 continuing every Wednesday throughout the summer. For information or to register, please contact Amanda at the Parks and Recreation office, 875-3873!
Don’t forget to check out our website at www.auracom.com/tnshelb for more tennis updates and results.

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January 19, 2006
 

Children's Fitness Tax Credits
 

The Canada Revenue Agency has issued a guide for parents and organizations
providing eligible programs of physical activity concerning receipts and tax regulations.
http://www.cra-arc.gc.ca/fitness/

For details about the definition of an eligible program http://www.fin.gc.ca/news06/06-084e.html
 

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