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place in the natural heritage of neighbouring communities. “We have certainly increased our presence in the community,” Levere said. Meanwhile the 2012 SNC geocoin is struck and ready for both souvenir sales to tourists and also limited distribution at various “treasure burial” sites in the watershed as part of the SNC’s participa- tion in geocaching, a growing popular hobby among hikers, amateur treasure hunters, and other eco-tourists. Levere noted that SNC’s reputation is growing in the global geocaching community and the region has become a favourite travel desti- nation for geocachers south of the border fromneighbouringNewYork and theNew England states. Photo Gregg Chamberlain Geocoins have been available from the South Nation Conservation Authority (SNC) for several years now. They are proving popular souvenir items for the general tourist and for geocachers who visit the watershed region to track down the burial sites for a selected few of the coins.
Silver and gold mark 25- and 50-year landmarks. Anything past 60 means getting into the jewellery. Which is why the South Nation Conser- vation Authority (SNC) could consider a blue sapphire as the official colour theme for its 65 th anniversary this year, though it may be a modest celebration as Chairman Lawrence Levere noted that the regional conservation agency is having to practise restraint with its program and project budgeting like all other government agencies at every level. “We don’t want to have to dip into our reserves,” Levere said during an interview following the annual general meeting March 22. “We’ll do stuff that won’t cost a lot. Now is the time to be lean and mean, and not be extravagant.” But being careful about money does not mean that the SNC cannotmake something special out of its 65 th year of existence as the oldest and most active conservation group in the entire South Nation River watershed region. Staff and members of the SNC commu- It is not a delayed April Fool prank. Smokers will have fewer places to light up around the Ottawa area starting next month. The city will extend its smoke-free regulation to include all municipal properties, including public parks and beaches, and also extend the private busi- ness portion of the regulation to cover outdoor patios attached to restaurants and bars. The expanded regulation takes effect April 2. “Whether you’re at a city park or beach or at a restaurant patio this summer, you will be able to enjoy yourself without the dangers of second-hand smoke,” stated Mayor JimWatson in a news release. “The City of Ottawa is once again a leader in providing smoke-free spaces for our
nications committee are working on several ideas to commemorate the occasion. They include assembling a 65 th anniversary book for release in the fall, featuring a collection
SPÉCIALISTES EN DÉCORATION DE FENÊTRES DANNY & SANDRA DÉCOR of personal anecdotes from residents about their most memorable experiences and favourite things about the South Nation River, its tributaries, habitats, wildlife, and
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The city, through its bylaw department andOttawa PublicHealth, has an education and awareness campaign in place, using newspaper, radio and T.V. ads, its own website at www.ottawa.ca, plus social media sites like Twitter and Facebook, to prepare businesses for the expanded anti- smoking regulation and make sure residents know about the ban on smoking at parks and beaches. While the expanded regulation is in force in April, bylaw officers will limit enforcement at the start to courtesy warnings and handing out information pamphlets if needed to anyone violating the rule. After the Canada Day long weekend anyone caught lighting up either at a park, on the beach, or at an outdoors restaurant patio may receive a ticket with a fine attached. community farmers market in the village. The suggested location is Alcide Tru- deau Park on Rockdale Road and the plan wouldbetohavethemarketeverySaturday from May to September. The association seeks comments, ideas, and suggestions for the project. Email all feedback to info@vars.ca.
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