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Please email the Webmaster with listings, suggestions and comments for this website. Please note that any listings in the Wanted, Help Wanted, Work Wanted, and Buy and Sell sections will automatically be deleted after two months. To renew a listing for another two months, call Pete at 250-968-4334 or Birgit at 250-968-6801 or send an email to the Webmaster . We are doing this to keep the site more up-to-date.
Rides Wanted or offered
Wanted
Help Wanted
Work Wanted
Buy and Sell (including free items)
For Rent (not real estate)
Local Real Estate (Buy/Sell/Rent)
Lost and Found - Missing dog
Looking For Long-Lost Friends
Comments and Suggestions
Notices to Dunster People
Click here for more information on "Save the Dunster School"
Rides Wanted or Offered |
| I am looking for a ride for my mom from Valemount to Vancouver. She would like to travel any day after this Sunday, the 9th. Will share gas expenses. Please contact Regena Bergen at 250-566-9181 or by email.
June 8, 2013 |
| If there is anyone going to Edmonton in the next week, or coming from Edmonton to the Robson Valley, we need a mountain bike picked up. The owner can deliver to a location to save travel in the city. We can contribute to fuel costs. Contact Dave
Salayka
at 250-968-4429 or by email.
June 7, 2013 |
| Is anyone driving to PG in the next couple of weeks and could take a fairly large TV to recycling? (It was acquired at the swap shed and
doesn't work at all - it would be nice if people wouldn't leave dead
electronics in the swap shed.) The depot that recycles electronics is near Costco.
Please call Erik, Keith Berg or Jane Houlden at 250-968-4463.
June 3, 2013 |
| Looking for someone going to the coast soon that could pick up a mountain bike for us. The bike is in Tsawwassen. If you are able, we are happy to help pay for gas. Thanks and give Debby Ladouceur a call at 250-968-4429.
June 3, 2013 |
| I am looking for a ride to Prince George on Saturday, June 22 to the airport if you are headed that way on that day and would like some company. I would be happy to contribute to gas and driving if required. I would need to be at the airport by 4 pm-ish.
I am also looking for a ride back on June 30 arriving at the airport at 4:30 p.m. from Vancouver and would help with gas.
If you are going to Prince George on either of those days and can fit me in it would be most appreciated. Contact Bob Thompson at 250-569-2266 (days) or 250-968-4319 (evenings). |
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Wanted |
Desperately seeking accommodations for performers who will be attending the Robson Valley Music Festival, August 16 -18 in Dunster. If you are interested in billeting performers, or even have a camper, bus or motorhome of sorts that we could set up for them on site would be so wonderful! If you can help us find beds for these artists, you can get a free weekend pass to the festival. Contact Shara Gustafson at 250-968-4411 or by email.
June 18, 2013 |
"Gramajay" - aka Marg Johnson, now has 3 grandchildren and their parents resident in Dunster. Does anyone have an "Exersaucer" or something similar for a little one to sit/stand upright and keep little hands and mind happy before he's able to walk? I would like to beg, borrow, rent, buy .... steal?? one for a few months. Contact
Marg Johnson
at 250-968-4351 or by email.
June18, 2013 |
| Home for kitten: The Spay and Neuter Society has a very sweet 10-week-old kitten that needs a home. He is neutered and vaccinated. Great with other cats and dogs. Please contact Chris Dolbec at 250-566-0166 or by email.
June 13, 2013 |
| Would anyone care to offer some fact or insight into Monsanto for my daughter who is doing a final research project for her SS11. The theme is based on stewardship and sustainability. She has done a very nice job but thought some thoughts from local folk who are interested in such issues would really round out her essay. Please contact Tammy Wildeman by email if you would like to share anything that may be helpful to her.
June 13, 2013 |
Would anyone have a small amount of seed potato they would be willing to sell? I am particularly looking for the red/white variety that we used to call "pinto", but it doesn't really matter, would just like to plant some spuds. Contact Tammy Wildeman at 250-569-0252.
June 13, 2013 |
| Netting.
Looking for old fishing net, or any type of netting, of any size, larger the better, to cover a chicken run so does not need to be in great condition. Contact Chuck McNaughton at
250-968-4400.
June 3, 2013
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Does anyone have photos from the Tete Jaune garage sale they'd like to share, and maybe publish in the Goat Newspaper? My memory card was damaged, and I lost mine. Or you could share a comment if you like. Send to Korie Marshall by email.
May 31, 2013 |
| The Dunster Fine Arts School Society is looking for a source of high quality ground hamburger to make our famous "Buy Local Burgers" for the upcoming Robson Valley Music Festival, August 16-18.
If you can supply 200 pounds of good ground hamburger for this fundraiser, could you please give a quote as to price per pound and when it would be available for our burger making bees. Please contact Pete Amyoony at 250-968-4334 or by email by June 10 at 6 p.m. The decision of where to purchase the meat will be made at the meeting that evening. This year, we are also trying to find a source of locally made burger buns so we can be even more local!
May 31, 2013 |
Looking for a set of discs to pull with my 45hp tractor. Smaller the better.
Also looking for a rototiller for the tractor.
Contact
Dallas Bullock at 250-566-1450 or by email.
May 31, 2013 |
| Looking to buy a 2-3 bottom plough, finishing disc and rototiller for my 45hp tractor. Contact Dallas Bullock at 250-566-1450.
May 28, 2013 |
| Stew the rabbit needs a home. He is friendly, tame and needs someone to spend time with him. Stew comes with his own cage.
Phone and leave a message for Marlene Davis at 250-968-4304 or send an email.
May 28, 2013 |
I have a person looking for good homes for some dairy cross goats. Cannot be butchered. Contact Kevin Vander Linden at 250-569-7635 or by email.
May 26, 2013 |
Wanted to buy: used/older cattle guard for a road. Can be in need of repair. Contact Kevin Vander Linden at 250-569-7635 or by email.
May 26, 2013 |
We have a couple of spots left for local musicians interested in performing a couple of songs in our Local Showcase at the Robson Valley Music Festival on the weekend of August 16-18. This showcase includes youth and adults.
If you are interested in finding out how you can be involved, volunteer or for more information, please contact Shara Gustafsson at 250-968-4411 or by email.
May 22, 2013 |
| We are looking for valley artists to be involved at the Robson Valley Music Festival.
We have a large local artisan tent that will be set up over the event weekend of August 16-18, and want to encourage our local artists to be involved and show everyone what you can create. This event is a wonderful way to promote, showcase, and expose your craft to hundreds of people from across the region in one weekend. For more info or to sign up for a space, please contact Mindy Sears at 250-968-4420.
May 22, 2013 |
Does anyone have any Sweet 100 tomato plants that I could buy? Contact Kim McNaughton at 250-968-4467 or by email.
May 22, 2013 |
Whoever was looking for a maine coon cat, we have one needing a home. Please call Chris Dolbec at 250-566-0166 or 250-566-3174.
May 18, 2013 |
| Does anyone have a single futon mattress in good condition without the frame? Or a box spring and mattress for a single bed sized 72.5 and 35.5 wide, smaller than the standard twin? Needs to be in decent condition, not used for pets and preferably from a non-smoking home (I have a child with allergies). If you have either that you would like to sell, please call Tammy Wildeman at 250-569-0252.
May 16, 2013 |
| A couple (more?) years ago someone borrowed my most awesome Victorio strainer (used for salsa, applesauce, etc.). I didn't check the contents when it was returned to me but today when I went to use it I discovered a critical missing piece. So if you remember perhaps borrowing it and also happen to have a very large red funnel (4x size of a canning funnel) hanging around that you have no idea why you have, that would be the missing bit and I would love to have it back.
Thank you! Contact
Lelani Arris at 250-968-4401.
May 12, 2013 |
Residents and businesses please join the Happy Birthday McBride and the Robson Valley sign contest. Robson Valley Arts and Culture Council is hosting and encouraging local folks to create a "sign" to advertise 100 years of McBride and the Robson Valley. The sign can be made of anything. It may be a 2 or 3 dimensional sign, a sculpture or any artistic endeavour. It might be an old train engine made with hay bales, a cut out of a pack horse or anything related to our 100 years in the Robson Valley and perhaps a beautiful garden with a 100 years sign is your contribution? Take a photo of your creation for display and judging at the Visual Arts Fair September 28.
To facilitate your sign-making square hay bales are available for sale from local farmers. If you are interested bales may be purchased from Elizabeth and Jesse Trask for $3.00 each. Doug and Linda Trask have bales for $5.00 each. Ed Zimmerman has hay bales for $3.50 and straw bales for $4.50 each.
If anyone has sign-making material they are willing to share with others, please contact Sheilagh Foster by email. |
Two twin bed frames, twin mattresses, also any used dressers that are in good shape. Contact Cardinal Ranch at 250-
968 4481.
May 9, 2013 |
| Looking for small or large quantities of rotten hay/straw. I can come pick it up on a trailer. Contact Debby Ladouceur at 250-968-4429.
May 9, 2013 |
Robson Valley Community Literacy Cookbook
Do you a have a delicious recipe made with local ingredients?
Collecting seasonal recipes with 'local flavour' for a calendar.
Also interested in relevant photos, penny pinching ideas and more.
Call Bridget Uhl at RVSS at 250-569-2266 to participate.
April 17, 2013 |
| Robson Valley Arts and Culture Council is hosting and encouraging local folks to put a "sign" in their yard this summer to advertise 100 years of McBride and the Robson Valley. The sign can be made of anything. It may be a 2 or 3 dimensional sign, a sculpture or any artistic endeavour. It might be an old train engine made with hay bales, a cut-out of a pack horse, or anything related to our 100 years in the Robson Valley. Perhaps a beautiful garden with a 100 years sign is your contribution?
We're encouraging residents to take a photo of their sign to be displayed on September 28 at the McBride Community Hall where folks can vote for the best sign in the valley.
If anyone knows of good "sign building materials," like old hay bales or plywood that could be used by others for sign-making, please contact Sheilagh Foster by email.
April 13, 2013
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| Home for cats, dog: The Robson Valley Spay and Neuter Society has multiple cats that are free to approved homes. Indoor and outdoor house cats. Some great barn cats. They are all healthy, spayed/neutered and vaccinated. We welcome cash donations, crates, and food. On a personal note I am searching for a home for a lovely spayed black lab, great with other dogs, cats, kids, quiet, well mannered. Her owner is moving and cannot keep her. She is 9 and her name is Belle. Can someone please help. She deserves her golden years to be just that , golden. Thanks, Chris Dolbec at 250-566-0166.
March 25, 2013 |
| Ongoing bottle drive: We have been having an ongoing bottle drive to raise funds for the Dunster Fine Arts School. Thanks to all the generous people who responded to our request for donations of bottles. If you have any bottles and cans that you would like to donate to the cause, you can donate in any of three ways:
1. Deliver the bottles and cans, etc. to the Bottle Depot on Main Street In McBride and state they are for Dunster Fine Arts School.
2. Drop them off at the front of the Dunster school at any time.
3. Call Pete Amyoony at 250-968-4334 or send an email and they will be picked up.
We appreciate all the support we have received in the past and look forward to your continued support in 2013!
February 9, 2013 |
The Robson Valley Spay and Neuter Society (RVSNS) is a non-profit society that spays and neuters feral and stray cat colonies. Currently we have lovely indoor and outdoor cats that have been vaccinated, treated for mites, spayed and neutered. Great for barns or couch cuddle buddies. Most are quite friendly but will take time to adjust to new surroundings, etc. All ages, colours, etc. These cats need a second chance, please help. No cost to you, gladly accept donations. Email or call 250-566-0166 or check us out on Facebook.
January 30, 2013 |
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Help Wanted |
Farm sitter needed for July 8-12. The chores are not very demanding at this time of year; feeding the dogs and chickens and picking up the eggs. Maybe mow the lawn if you get the weather for it. Contact Harold and Jackie Edwards at 250-569-7100 or 569-7101.
Legrand Farm, 22 km west of McBride.
June 18, 2013 |
Is there anyone who would like a trip to Vancouver Island near Nanaimo (Lantzville area) but is on a bit of a budget? Bed and meals in exchange for a bit of help for an older couple trying to keep up with things. They have a lovely home on three mature acres, only 10-15 minute walk from the sea and a 10-minute walk to a beautiful marsh land and mountain, covered with walking/mountain bike trails. Bus route. Types of jobs would be wood stacking, pasture cleaning and some mowing; that sort of thing. They do a little bit every day, but know when to call it quits. Usually put the BBQ on fairly early and pour the wine about 5ish. Vancouver Island evenings are truly lovely. Call Tammy Wildeman at 250-569-0252 if you would like more information.
June 13, 2013 |
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This notice is to tell you that we will be calling to ask for your help, be it baking or volunteering for kitchen duty. It's going to be an exciting and fun filled weekend with many activities up and down the valley, so come out and help us make our "World-famous" Dunster Ice Cream Social a success. More to follow soon from Gerry Porrier, Karen Craigue and Jullian Ambrose Greene. |
Seeking storytellers and interviewers: The McBride and District Public Library is looking for student and senior
volunteers to participate in an oral history film project. Student
volunteers would be asked to help interview local seniors with the
goal of documenting Robson Valley history through first hand
accounts. Interviews would help contribute not only to a final film
project but also to a digital archive of Robson Valley stories,
preserving our rich local history for future generations. If you
know any young inquisitive minds who would enjoy asking questions
and operating video equipment or any great senior storytellers
please contact Erin Howe at 250-968-4478 or Bridget Uhl at 250-968-4365.
June 7, 2013 |
| The Dunster Fine Arts School Society will be running the burger and coffee concession at the Robson Valley Music Festival on August 16-18. If you are able to help out during the Music Festival on either Friday, Saturday or Sunday by working a three-hour shift (or a few!) please call Stefi McLean so she can make up the helpers list well in advance of the actual festival. We need people to serve at the front counter, grill burgers and hot dogs, make coffee, do prep work for the condiments, clean up around the booth, act as runners for more supplies, etc. If you can spare a few hours over the weekend, it would be much appreciated as this is
one of the Dunster Fine Arts School Society's main fundraisers for the year. Call Stefi McLean at 250-968-4310.
May 31, 2013 |
Grounds maintenance at the Dunster Community Hall
I have just completed the sign-up sheet for mowing the Dunster Community Hall grounds, and it will be at the Dunster Store. Please feel free to put your name beside any week(s) that suit your busy summer schedule.
There is a push mower, weed wacker, & gas can in the shed behind the Hall. Or, feel free to bring your own. You will have to supply the gas, as we cannot keep it at the hall.
We have also been offered the use of the riding mower that belongs to the Dunster Fine Arts School Society, and it is kept in a shed behind the school. There is a trailer next to the shed to move the mower around the community. The keys for the mower and the shed are well marked and in the office of the school. The keys for both the Hall and the School are at the Dunster Store.
It would be really great if the mowing could be finished well before each weekend, in case the hall is booked for an event. If, for some reason, you cannot mow on "your" week, please trade with someone, so the job still gets done.
THANK YOU ALL FOR HELPING TO KEEP OUR COMMUNITY HALL LOOKING GREAT !! Karen Craigue |
Looking for farmer with machinery to hay fields at the end of Old Tete Jaune Road. They have not been cut for 2 years now. There is a plan to machine-brush the edges this summer. Contact Rene Nunweiler at 250-566-4199 (work) or 250-566-8200 (home) for details.
May 30, 2013 |
Looking to have someone come up to do a small amount of ploughing and possibly roto tilling.
I am located near Spittal Creek 7 km from Tete Jaune. Contact Dallas Bullock at 250-566-1450.
May 28, 2013 |
| If you are interested in helping out at the main gate at the Robson Valley Music Festival this year, I am looking for volunteers. Usually people do two four-hour shifts and this will allow you a week-end pass in exchange for your time. There are 3 people at the gate at all times, greeting, exchanging money and putting on the wristbands. It's a really fun way to play a bit of a host at this awesome festival and can be a lot of fun. I would like to put my schedule together before I get too busy with other festivals and August 16 is fast approaching, so if you are interested please call Pam Moul at 250 968 4338 and leave a message or send an email.
Look forward to hearing from you.
May 24, 2013 |
| Is there someone available who can dig up and repair my leaking waterline? The leak is on the bank at Reimers and is about 5 or 6 feet underground. It was easily located by the water coming up like a geiser!!
If you are able and have the time I would love to work something out with you.
High & dry in Dunster. Contact Pam Moul 250-968-4338 or by email.
May 20, 2013
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| The hospital garden volunteer crew is looking for some new (and younger) helpers to keep the hospital garden in good shape for the patients, staff and long-term-care people. If people of any age can come out on Tuesday mornings from 9:30 a.m. on to help rake, dig, plant, weed and do general garden maintenance we would love to have you there! We meet each week throughout the summer months. If you can help, just come to the big gate at the back of the hospital behind the ambulance station any Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. and your help would be greatly appreciated. For more information call Liz Haan at 250-569-3125.
April 28, 2013 |
| The Robson Valley Music Festival is looking for a kids area co-ordinator.
Duties would include buying supplies for kids zone arts and crafts area, to be reimbursed by RVMS, up to maximum budget offered; organizing free range arts and crafts in kids tent from 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday; periodically checking in on kids zone for safety and cleanliness.
In exchange, you would receive a free weekend pass and would be able to eat all weekend at hospitality as part of the crew.
Interested? Please contact Shara Gustafson by email or call 250-968-4411. |
| Looking for volunteers to help co-ordinate the McBride and District Public Library's "The Story Will Appear From Here" project
Have you lived in the Robson Valley for awhile? And/or do you have an interest in local history?
This project aims to pair students and seniors to record local stories using video cameras and to create a film that celebrates our Centennial. We need volunteers to help shape this project. Who should we interview? What questions should we ask? Help us hire a project co-ordinator and liaise with others in the community.
If you would like to join our steering committee, or if you would like Naomi
Balla-Boudreau
to contact you to discuss this opportunity, please contact Naomi
Balla-Boudreau
at 250-569-2411 or by email.
Keep an eye out for oral history and film workshops coming soon. Consider telling us your story. How did you come to the valley? What was life like in those earlier days? |
| Front desk/server position available full-time or part-time. Strong sales skills with an interest in management.
Fax (250-968-4445) or email your resume to resort@terracana.com to apply.
Marlene Davis, Sales Manager,
Terracana Ranch Resort, www.terracana.com
Phone 866-968-4304,
12155 Highway 16, Box 909, Valemount
April 2, 2013 |
Ingrid Stengler is looking for members to join the Robson Valley Mountain Bikers Association. You don't have to be a mountain biker, but dog walkers, hikers, snowshoers, runners, or general supporters are all welcome to join. The first year of trail building will appeal to multi-users. The more members we get, the easier it is to get grants etc., and there is no charge to belong, people will just be kept in the loop of what is happening and will be invited to participate in the planning. Ingrid Stengler would like to gather the names, phone numbers and e-mails of anyone that would be interested. Contact Ingrid by email. |
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Work Wanted |
I have a young Spanish couple, 25 years old here. They are looking for work for two or three days. They are hard workers, smart and energetic and will do anything that is needed. They have their own transportation and can work any hours you may have something that needs doing. They don't need a place to stay and will bring their lunch or whatever is needed. Contact Kevin Vander Linden at 250-569-7635 or by email.
May 26, 2013 |
| Guitar lessons available in Valemount and area. Willing to travel to Dunster and McBride for a little bit of added cost. $20 dollars an hour, 7 years experience and references available. Call Matthew at 250-566-5456 or 250-566-5468.
May 9, 2013
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| Excavator for hire
If you have any excavator needs for pond construction, road construction or maintenance, landscaping, forestry work, etc., Linkbelt 3400C excavator for rent or hire in the Robson Valley. Rent by the day, week, month, or longer terms with or without operator. Call or email for prices and terms. Contact David Salayka at 250-968-4429 or by email.
May 9, 2013 |
85 hp tractor for hire. I have the equipment for just about everything including square bales. I do not have a round bailer, but I can pick up those bales, move them and stacked them. Cultivating and rototilling. Augering holes. Work done within 10 km of the Dunster Hall.
Chicken plucker for rent, $10 for half day, $20 full day.
Contact Jim Gifford at 250-968-4337.
May 7, 2013 |
| River Road Mechanical
is now booking for all automotive repairs.
Full service shop including:
*Tire Mounting and Computerized Balancing
*Brakes and Tune-ups
*Computerized Engine Diagnosis
*Electical Diagnosis
*Fluid Maintenance
Spring Special: Summer tire mounting and computerized balancing for only $60.00 including a full brake system
inspection (offer ends May 31)
All work done by a licenced mechanic and government certified vehicle inspector with over 12 years experience.
Please contact Rick
Klokeid
at 250-968-4300 to book your appointment.
Located at 6820 River Road, Dunster
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Yellowhead Traffic Control and Security located in Valemount now offers security services in Valemount for residential, commercial or industrial situations. Please visit our website for services offered here in north-eastern BC at www.yellowheadtcs.com.
We provide custom services to suit your specific needs ranging from foot patrols around the perimeter of your buildings to parking lot surveillance several times during the night.
O
ur security professionals are certified and licensed, bondable and RCMP cleared.
We offer a full line of flagging services out of Valemount also, and for the whole of the Robson Valley . We look forward to being here for you when needed.
Consider giving your patrons the extra peace of mind with secured parking areas. As a launch for our new business, we can offer you one of our introductory packages below or call us with your specific needs for a free consultation and quotation at 250-566-9066.
Parking lot surveillance with your choice of days, within the village limits and beyond
We look forward to meeting with you to assist with your security plans. Janet, Security Manager
January 30, 2013 |
| If you have any needs for logging or land clearing, large or small, give us a call. We can offer creative small scale solutions for your land management. Hand falling, line skidding, manual processing, and hauling. Equipment available includes a line skidder, skidsteer, 6-axle self loader, and an excavator as required. We will endeavor to sell timber to local mills as a first priority if possible, otherwise to suitable regional mills.
- Land clearing for building sites, pasture, fields |
- Small scale logging (beetle killed or threatened pine, all other species)
- Partial cutting/selective or clear-cutting
- Clear, grub and construct access roads, trails, etc.
- Custom firewood on site
- Contract log hauling
- Custom sawmilling to be added in 2013
Call Dave
Salayka
or Linden Ladouceur if we can assist at 250-968-4429 or by email.
Local family operated employing Robson Valley youth
December 4, 2012 |
| Hand-quilting service available
Do you want your quilt creation to have a hand-stitched authentic look? I am willing to hand-quilt your creations for basic stitch $5/sq. ft. or intricate for $10/sq. ft. Call for quote.
Up to and including queen size creations only please. You need to provide batting and backing. Thank you. Call
Lorrie Bressette at 250-968-4491.
October 5, 2012
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| Pet sitter
From Furry to Feathered (no snakes, spiders or cats please)
Your pet will be cared for in our loving home environment.
All pets will live with us in our home while they enjoy their stay in the Dunster country.
I am home full-time to look after your pet.
Dogs - $10.00/day. Second dog $5.00/day. No aggressive dogs please.
All little critters (in their cages please) $4.00/day.
Please make sure all animals come with their own food and their favourite bed.
Pickup can be arranged for your animal for a small fee of $5.00.
Why choose our home? We love pets of all kinds and we treat them well.
Please call Lorrie Bressette at 250-968-4491 for more information or booking.
P.S. We do have an outside facility for dogs who do not care to be in the house.
Farm chores
Experienced person willing to do your farm chores for $10.00/hr. in the Dunster area. References available if requested. PS - I do not know how to drive tractor.
Please call Lorrie Bressette at 250-968-4491 for more information or booking.
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| If anyone in the Dunster area requires general landscaping, roadwork, or snow-plowing - we have a 73HP skid-steer available with digging, clean-up, and snow bucket. Gravel spreading, leveling, etc. We also have pallet forks.
Call Dave at 250-968-4429 or send an email.
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| Used and home-made items only (no commercial items please) |
| For sale: We have a really nice large sofa and armchair set, saddle coloured leather from Ikea, excellent condition. I dont think it is genuine leather but looks the part. We have doubles again after combining households. Asking $400. Contact Lisa or Dale Rawn at 250-566-0001.
June 18, 2013
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Free! We replaced our double pane front window (the seal had gone) and have a double pane piece of glass that is 93X56 inches. We also have two smaller pieces of double pane glass that are 56 X 18 ''. Call Ken or Genny Redman at 250-968-4440.
June 13, 2013 |
| Horse manure for sale. $50 per pick-up load. We will be happy to load you by appointment only. Contact Marlene Davis at Terracana Ranch at 250-968-4328.
June 11, 2013
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For sale: top load Whirlpool washing machine in good condition. $50.
The machine is still in my house in Bunbury Rd. (8 km from Tete Jaune Junction west). Contact
Christa Maxeiner at 250-566-4461.
June 11, 2013 |
| Rototiller for sale: Craftsman heavy duty, 6.5 hp, Briggs and Stratton motor. Call Ken at 250-566-4647 for more detail. Offers?
June 11, 2013 |
| Bare-rooted Brassica seedlings to give away. Early cabbage, broccoli, brussel sprouts . Prepare a spot for them. Then come on over and dig some out of my cold frame before I make a salad of them! Free. Contact
Nancy Taylor at
250-968-4358.
June 7, 2013 |
We have 180 square feet of Conecto Laminate Flooring for sale. It is still in the box and was purchased about five years ago and is left over from our project.
It is 75/8 X475/8, is a light beige to honey colour and each box hold 20 square feet. We are asking $15.00 for each box.
The cheapest laminate at Home Depot right now is $21.35 a box and has12.06 square feet per box.
We have one box that is open that we will add for free plus enough foam underlay for the 180 square feet.
We want to sell the nine boxes in one sale.
Call Ken or Genny Redman at 250-968-4440.
June 7, 2013 |
| Plant sale at Carol Ann's Greenhouse. Bush and vine tomatoes, 3 kinds of basil, oregano, rosemary, parsley, cilantro, dill, 4 types of cabbage, cauliflower, impatiens, schizanthus, alyssum, aster, lobelia, ageratum, zinnia, cosmos, statice, dwarf dahlia, sweet pea, marigolds, houseplants and more. All 50 % off while supplies last! Please call first at 250-968-4457.
June 7, 2013
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Organic, government certified and inspected pork and beef for sale for $4/lb., all desired cuts, such as roasts, NY, top sirloin, t-bone, flank, tenderloin, ground, ribs, etc.
Sulphite-free, cured bacon, hocks, and hams for $6.50/lb. I can't keep up with the demand on prime rib roasts and steaks, as well as bacon and hams, so contact Julie Marlow at 250-569-4275 or by email to place an order or to pre-order. All meat has been frozen from the butcher in Osooyoos and has been transported in deep freezes.
June 6, 2013 |
| Tobacco plants for sale, $4 each or $3 each if you buy 10 or more. You don't have to be a smoker to grow tobacco, they attract bees, butterflies and hummingbirds. Also I have jars of my comfrey salve for sale at $5 each. Contact Deb Reimer at 250-968-4335.
June 6, 2013 |
| Looking to buy a small utility trailer that fits a quad or sled. It needs to be road worthy and insurable. Contact Deb Reimer at
250-968-4335.
June 6, 2013 |
| For sale: 1 Ton, 1979 Dodge camper van. 16.5" tires, stove, beds, curtains, pots and pans. Asking $500. For more info contact Ken at 250-566-4647.
June 4, 2013
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Guinea fowl for sale. $30 per pair.
Contact or leave a message with Monica Zieper for
Archie McRae
at 250-569-7019.
June 3, 2013 |
Two Atco-type buildings available - one is 10x24' set up as three offices and would make a great studio, office, storage, etc.
The second is 10x30 and is a wash unit with showers, toilets, basins, washer, hot water tank and water holding tank -would be great for a camp ground or summer camp. These units came from the dismantling of the rap attack base in McBride. Call Del Fry at 250-569-7070 for further details and prices.
June 3, 2013 |
| Four Uniroyal farm implement tires. They came off of a 1036 stack wagon. Good condition 11 L 15 SL. Six ply. $50 each.
Contact Jim Gifford
at 250-968-4337.
June 2, 2013 |
Looking for a set of discs to pull with my 45hp tractor. Smaller the better. Also looking for a rototiller for the tractor.
Contact Dallas Bullock at 250-566-1450 or by email.
May 31, 2013 |
| Free: small utility trailer. It was the back of an old Datsun pick-up. It has a dint in the side and one tire needs to be fixed but otherwise it is great for hauling wood or anything else you would like to haul.
It has a 1/78 in. ball.
Contact Ken or Genny Redman at 250-968-4440 if you are interested in this trailer.
May 26, 2013
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Plant sale at Carol Ann's greenhouse. Tomatoes, herbs, cabbage, cauliflower, impatiens, schizanthus, alyssum,
zinnias, dwarf dahlia, sweet pea, house plants, squash, and more. All 50% off while supplies last. Contact Carol Ann Romanow at 250-968-4457.
May 26, 2013 |
| To give away: Any one needing some 3 x 3 panes of thick glass about twenty of them? Would make excellent greenhouse. Contact Kevin Vander Linden at 250-569-7635 or by email.
May 26, 2013 |
| Wanted to buy: used/older cattle guard for a road. Can be in need of repair. Contact
Kevin Vander Linden at 250-569-7635 or by email.
May 26, 2013
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| I have tobacco plants for sale, Virginian gold and Kentucky burley, both are commercial type brands. They are easy to grow, and they attract hummingbirds. If you are a smoker you can harvest the bottom leaves when they turn yellow, dry them and enjoy non chemical, organic tobacco. $4 each. I also have my organic comfrey salve, $5 per jar. If you are interested please call Deb Reimer at 250-968-4335.
May 24, 2013 |
| Anyone interested in duck eggs? The best egg for baking and deviled eggs that don't fall apart!
$5/dozen.
Please call Irene Froese at 250-569-2561.
Looking for a few regular customers.
May 17, 2013
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| Does anyone have a single futon mattress in good condition without the frame? Or a box spring and mattress for a single bed sized 72.5 and 35.5 wide, smaller than the standard twin? Needs to be in decent condition, not used for pets and preferably from a non-smoking home (I have a child with allergies). If you have either that you would like to sell, please call Tammy Wildeman at 250-569-0252.
May 16, 2013 |
| Free car for the taking:
1996 Ford Escort Wagon, needs a new timing belt. This old buggy has great rubber, lots of new parts, a fairly new motor and is road worthy once the belt is fixed. River Road Mechanical estimates parts and labour around 500 bucks, but maybe you can do it yourself. Anyhow, I'd like to get it moved off my land to whoever wants to take it. Contact
Pam Moul at 250-968-4338.
May 16, 2013 |
| Pony mule to give away. 2 years old, halter broke, good with feet, will need gelded.
For sale: well trained riding pony and foal for sale through 'Ponies for a Cause'. Lots of videos and cute photos available. $1,500
Contact Cardinal Ranch at 250-968 4481.
May 9, 2013
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Transport storage van, single axle, fifth wheel hook up, air brakes, electrical working. Dimensions 30 feet long, 9 foot ceilings, 8 feet wide. Last licensed September 2012. Available June 1, 2013. $3500 firm.
Contact Jim Gifford at 250-968-4337.
May 7, 2013 |
| 6 young roosters for sale. All are very beautiful, they are not aggressive. I have too many for my hens. Can be used for breeding or eating. $10 each. Please call Deb Reimer at 250-968-4335 so I can catch them before hand.
May 5, 2013 |
| Crittercare Pet & Plant Services in Dunster is now open for early bedding plant sales. Ready to go: limited number of herbs, zinnia, geranium, nasturtium, dahlia, statice, impatiens, sweet pea, tomato, cucumber, squash, zucchini, cucumber, pepper. We are located at 6652 Read Road, 2 km NW of the Dunster Hall. Please call Carol Ann Romanow
at 250-968-4457 before you come. Happy planting!
May 3, 2013
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| For sale:
14' Lund boat, comes with trailer, 15 HP Evinrude, oars, 2 swivel seats, 2 rod holders, and anchor
Troy built dual stage snow blower, power steering, operators manual. Excellent condition.
Honda 3000 Watt generator. Operators manual. Weighs only 68 lbs. Well maintained, like new, low hours. $850 OBO.
4 Yokohama winter tires -205-65R-16. Approx 50% tread. Asking $100 for the set.
Chainsaw - 350 Husky, 18 " bar. Very good condition. Asking $225.
Contact
Anson Phillips at 250-569-3398.
May 2, 2013 |
| 1996 Ford Escort Wagon free for the taking. Rick down at River Road Mechanical says a new timing belt and water pump, about $500 in parts and labour, will get her rolling again. The car still has some life in it, good tires, a few quirks, but road worthy. Up until the timing belt went it started every time and has been pretty reliable. The car has heaps of new parts, some electrical quirks but good tires, tunes, AND you can sleep in it. It would be a good woofer buggy if someone wants to spend the dough. I'm rolling on to other wheels.
So, if anybody wants to take her away, she's yours. Contact
Pam Moul at 250-968-4338 or by email.
April 22, 2013 |
To give away: Back in my hippie days, for a while I wore a pair of 13-button US Navy bellbottom trousers. I just found them and think they'd be a great costume with a dark navy turtleneck. They're the real deal and must have many stories to tell. You could add yours. Waist? Maybe 30". Length? Maybe 30". Free to good home. Call Mick Callas at 250-968-4332.
April 16, 2013 |
| Organic, certified, government inspected beef and pork for sale
Lots of delicious cuts available.
Only 4.00/lb.
Meat has been shipped and kept frozen from Osoyoos.
Contact Julie Marlow at 250-569-4275 or by email
for more information or any Inquiries.
April 13, 2021
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| For sale: bedding plant starts. Zinnias, dill, basil, marigolds, cilantro, sage. If you have a warm sunny window you can save on your spring bedding plants by buying these little guys now. Limited amount, various prices $0.50 - $2.00.
Contact
Carol Ann
Romanow
at 250-968-4457.
April 7, 2013 |
| To give away: horse manure. I have some pretty much straight manure and I have hay and manure mixed. As much as you want for FREE just bring a truck and a shovel.
Call Mellany Ford at 250-968-4342 if interested.
April 5, 2013 |
| For sale: two diamond solitaire engagement rings.
The first one is a 0.33 carat solitaire diamond set in white gold. Asking $500.
The second one is a 0.5 carat solitaire diamond set in platinum. Appraised at $4200. Asking $2000. I am willing to consider trades for firewood or hay or a quad or w.h.y.
Call Mellany Ford at 250-968-4342 if interested.
April 5, 2013 |
Robson Valley Bio-diesel is pleased to announce that bio-diesel will once again be available in 20-litre jugs at the Dunster General Store starting April 1.
We encourage our bulk customers to come and purchase large quantities now while it is available and set yourself up for the summer. We are offering 100% bio-diesel at the following rates: $1.10/litre (for quantities exceeding 400 litres), $1.05/litre (for quantities exceeding 2000 litres per season).
Diesel will be sold on a first come first serve basis, while supplies last.
For those who are new to this product, info can be found on our website at www.robsonvalleybiodiesel.com.
Remember: biodiesel is a safe, non-toxic, non-polluting, locally manufactured product that will burn in almost any diesel engine without modifications to the vehicle.
When used according to instructions, biodiesel will extend the life of your diesel engine, while keeping injectors, fuel lines and filters clean.
Special thanks to our valued customers: Richard Chambers, Mac Cochrane, Harold Edwards, Jesse Macdonald, John Crowley, Morgan Calhoun and Layla Proulx, Susan Cousineau, Mark Cowan, Robin Barton, Gary and Wendy Lowe, Bruce Voelkers and all of those who bought diesel at the Dunster Store last summer.
Seth Macdonald,
Owner and Operator,
Robson Valley Biodiesel |
For sale: Blu-Ray movie "Rebecca" (based on classic novel by Dauphne do Maurier) directed by Alfred Hitchcock starring Laurence Olivier and Joan Fontaine.
Hitchcock's gothic romance about an innocent and sweet young woman who marries a wealthy gentleman and soon begins to fear that she cannot erase the memories of his first wife, Rebecca. Goaded on by a malevolent housekeeper, the woman attempts to recreate Rebecca's every move, with disastrous results. But gradually the truth about the mysterious Rebecca emerges -- a truth that will forever change the woman's perspective on life and love.
Bought for $19.99 not realizing it was Blu-Ray and I am not that technologically advanced yet.
Selling for $15. Brand-new!
Contact Birgit Stutz at 250-968-6801 or by email at by email.
April 5, 2013 |
| Firewood by the truckload
For those of you that are planning ahead, I am putting together a list of those wanting firewood in the valley for future seasons. Delivered by the truckload (6 axle self loader), approximately 34 metric tons/13 cords (13-18 cords dependent on species and whether green or dry). Presently we have hemlock available, and hopefully can get some birch, fir and possibly dry pine. Hemlock has a higher heat value than pine and approaches that of Douglas fir. Wood will be delivered this winter before breakup or as soon as the road bans come off in the spring. Price will be confirmed prior to delivery and will vary depending on location in the valley. Call Dave Salayka at 250-968-4429 and leave a message, or send an email.
January 28, 2013
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French-Canadian meat pies
Tourtieres and Chicken Pot Pies
9 inch $ 9.00
5 inch $ 3.50
Steak and Wild Mushroom Pie
9 inch $ 11.00
5 inch $ 4.00
To place an order or for more information, call Annie or Bruce Baker at 780-852-7436 or 250-968-4434 or send an email.
April 5, 2013 |
| "Cooking for Lukas - A Cookbook for Beginners" by Jeannette Lorenz
www.wix.com/cookingforlukas/cookbook-for-beginners
$19.95 + shipping
April 5, 2013 |
| "The Rescue of Belle and Sundance - A Miracle on Mount Renshaw" by Birgit Stutz with Lawrence Scanlan is available in both hardcover and paperback. Hardcovers are available at Odds 'N' Ends in McBride and at the Dunster Store. For signed copies contact Birgit Stutz at 250-968-6801 or by email.
April 5, 2013 |
| To give away for free: unused Lexmark color print cartridge (17G0060) for Lexmark Color Jetprinters Z12, Z22, Z32 and Compaq Ink Jet Printers IJ600.
I have no use for it anymore as my Lexmark printer is long gone and the cartridge doesn't work in my new printer. If anybody can use it, they are welcome to have it, free of charge. Email or call Birgit at 250-968-6801.
April 5, 2013 |
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For Rent (not real estate) |
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Cross-country skis, boots and poles for rent
For those who do not already know, we have many pairs of children and youth cross country skis, boots and poles for rent. We rent them out to anyone in the valley for $10 per month for a set of skis, boots and poles. Many parents prefer this as children and youth outgrow the equipment so quickly. By renting, you can exchange for a larger or smaller size at any time. If you are interested, you can contact Chantal Swets at the store at 250-968-4488 or Pete Amyoony at 250-968-4334.
January 8, 2013
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Local Real Estate (Buy/Sell/Rent) |
Hay land for rent.
40-80 acres in Raush Valley at $10 per acre.
Contact Chuck McNaughton at 250-968-4400.
June 3, 2013 |
Looking for a 3 to 5 bedroom house in McBride /Dunster to rent and possibly buy. Needed for July 1. For my sister and her 3 kids.
Please contact Shara Gustafsson at 250-968-4411 if you know of one.
June 1, 2013 |
23 acre hay field to rent. It was re-seeded to hay last year. Call Dawna or Al Hickerty at 250-569-3210 or view at 2470 Jensen Road, McBride.
April 28, 2013 |
House for sale by owner. Scenic 2.5 acre fronting on Dore River just 4 km West of McBride. Open style 3 bedroom house, 2 baths, includes major appliances. Several outbuildings, greenhouse and garden area. Contact
Elaine Gillette
at 250-569-2643 or by email for details.
April 28, 2013 |
Mature professional couple is seeking a minimum 2 bedroom house to rent in McBride for June 1. We are home owners and happy to maintain gardens, lawns and do general upkeep etc. We have a small dog and a cat that are well behaved and neutered. Please contact Kelly Williams
at 250-569-7672 or by email.
April 16, 2013 |
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Lost and Found |
| Lost: handheld RELM VHF radio, keypad and LCD display, black with copper belt clip on back lost October 2012 either in the Tete Jaune or McBride area. Reward offered. Contact Dave
Salayka
at 250-968-4429 or by email.
February 6, 2013 |
| Missing dog
Great Pyrenees, white, purple collar, blue ID tag, name Polly
Vicinity: Walker Creek Forest Road near Dome Creek
Likes to go on occasional 10-km walkabout. Loves people. They think she is lost.
She is not. She's expanding her patrol.
If found please call
Russ Purvis at
250-553-6882.
May 30, 2012 |
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Looking for Long-Lost Friends |
| Are you trying to find an old friend from this area from years ago? |
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Comments and Suggestions |
| If you have any suggestions or comments with regard to this website, please email us. We appreciate feedback. |
| May 9, 2013
"Cathy and Chantal would like to extend their BIGGEST AND BEST, HATS OFF, ARMS EXTENDED, LOVE THE PEOPLE IN THIS COMMUNITY... THANK-YOU to the "friends of the Dunster Store" for the gift of the new paint job. So many of you were so generous with your time and energy. I hate to list everyone in case I missed someone. If you haven't seen it yet, go look, it looks great (and will only look better as the finishing touches are added). Time and again we are reminded what an amazing community we live in and here is another example. thank-you, thank-you, thank-you!!!"
Cathy Greenhough and Chantal Swets
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| August 212, 2012
"An enormous thank you to all the wonderful people who volunteered to help out in the concession over the weekend at the Robson Valley Music Festival. You all worked so hard in spite of the heat and we sold over 500 "buy-local burgers" as well as cold drinks and coffee over Friday, Saturday and Sunday. As the bills are not all in yet, we are not sure of the final amount but will let you all know as soon as possible. We are sure it will be a great boost for paying off this year mortgage payments and will put us even further ahead of schedule than we are now! The community spirit lives on in Dunster!"
Dunster Fine Arts School Society
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| December 19, 2011
"Thank you to all who participated in the Dunster Community Christmas Concert. To all the children who worked so hard learning their lines and learning their musical numbers so they would be able to give their "Christmas Gift" to the Robson Valley Community. To Pete Amyoony, Sharon Stearns and Kim McNaughton, we could not have done it without your timely and focused attention to our child performers. To all our local musicians, thank you for sharing your talents. We are blessed to have such a rich culture in our tiny community. And to Jim Pinch and Ken Nicholas we are grateful for your generous donation of transportation so the McBride and Valemount seniors can attend the dress rehearsal and luncheon. Bigs thanks to Stefi McLean and Chantal Swets who spearheaded the delicious luncheon and to all the volunteer cooks and bakers who prepared the superb food. There were many others behind the scenes, decorating and setting up the stage, ploughing snow and chipping ice, thank you one and all! Somehow Santa Claus shows up every year, regardless of the number of children. Thank you Santa for keeping the magic alive in Dunster! Our audience was spectacular! The laughter, applause, carol singing and the dancing children made the evening performance a night to remember. Thank you to our Valley community for continuing to support a meaningful, almost century-old, tradition. "
Dunster Fine Arts School Society |
| October 10, 2011
"I wanted to express my appreciation for all of the energy, time, thought, and resources that went into making Dunster's First Community Forest Conference a major success!
I enjoyed the conference immensely and was so proud that such an event was held in our valley. It was progressive and proactive for the Dunster Community Forest to create and host such an event. Everyone I spoke with about the conference was equally enthused. The organization of the conference, including the locally grown food, musical intro, and old-timer stories, made for a welcome variation on typical conference structure. I think these additions also contributed to the casual nature of the conference which allowed great sharing of information and productive discussions.
Thanks again Dunster Community Forest Society.
I'm looking forward to next year's event."
Jared Smith
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| October 10, 2011
"Thanks to all the people who showed up for the Annual Celebrate The Harvest Potluck Supper on October 2. We had well over 100 people there and everyone went home with a door prize, a full belly and a great feeling of community! All who stayed for the movie "Dirt" said they enjoyed it and some said they would like to see it again or to show it to other members of the community. We have purchased the DVD for community use and if you would like to take it home to view it , just call Pete Amyoony at 250-968-4334 or send an email to arrange to pick it up. It is free and available to anyone who would like to see it."
A brief description of the movie:
"DIRT! The Movie" is an astonishing, humorous and substantial look at the glorious and unappreciated ground beneath our feet. Dirt feeds us and gives us shelter. Dirt cleans our water. Dirt heals us and makes us beautiful. Dirt regulates the earth's climate. Narrated by Jamie Lee Curtis, DIRT! The Movie tells the story of humans trying to reconnect to dirt- the living skin of the earth. Travelling from the vineyards of California to the plains of Kenya, DIRT! reveals how repairing our relationship with dirt can create new possibilities for all life on earth. Three Valleys Community Development Cooperative
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| September 10, 2011
"The ROBSON VALLEY MUSIC SOCIETY would like to thank all our Sponsors as well as those mega volunteers who helped us achieve another wonderful and successful festival!
and THANK-YOU to all you locals who came out to support this community event!!
See you next year!"
Cheers and Thanks!!
Shara |
| December 18, 2010
"On behalf of all the other members committee and all the wonderful children and "Alumni" of Dunster Fine Arts School who took part in this year's Christmas Concert, a great big warm THANK YOU ONE AND ALL! for all the help preparing the stage, costumes, the decorations, tree, the music, the wonderful lunch for the seniors, and the clean-up crew for helping to make this one of the most fun and amazing concerts in recent memory! Once again, when the chips are down and the call goes out for help, the parents and the community live up to the reputation of a true community that really knows how to pull together to make things happen! From the smallest child to the grandma who has attended 62 Dunster school concerts, the concert was a success because of you!!
Merry Christmas to each and every one of you and may the New Year bring you all peace, happiness and a continuation of the wonders of living in our wonderful Robson Valley!"
From Pete Amyoony,
Chair - Dunster Fine Arts School Christmas Concert Committee
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December 18, 2010
"Just wanted to mention how blessed we were to have our kids included in the Dunster play this Christmas. We are learning a lot of amazing lessons from the Dunster folks about inclusiveness and community. It is an amazing thing when everyone contributes, but no one cares who gets the credit."
The Cardinals |
| December 8, 2010
"I wanted to ask ya to place a thank you in your Dunster newsletter -
for the tipi blankets.
I received just what I needed to keep the tipi cozy!! So I didn't
want to forget to thank folks for that."
"Tipi Gus"
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| October 3, 2010
"A big "Thank-You" to all who worked so hard getting the hall decorated and doing all the preparation work for the Harvest Pot Luck Supper and Family Dance last evening and for those who stayed to help with the clean-up afterwards. It was an evening of visiting with our neighbours, feasting on local foods, taking home wonderful door-prizes and dancing until we dropped afterwards. Over 100 people showed up for the dinner and dance and we took in $105 in donations for the Dunster Community Association and $75 for the Dunster Fine Arts School. Another example of the community spirit in our Valley!"
Pete Amyoony |
| May 5, 2010
Dunster Mother's Day Yard Sale Concession Thank You
"The Mother's Day Yard Sale Concession, as a fund-raiser for the Dunster Community Association, was a huge success. $713.71 was raised. Many thanks to all those who volunteered and an extra-special thank you to those who pitched in a second shift where volunteers were short - you really made my Mother's Day! Thanks to Bob and Karen Craigue for the use of their barbecue and the donation of the propane, and Lily Hill for the use of her kitchen. "
Kelly McNaughton
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May 5, 2010
"Many thanks to the crew of 7 who joined me to brave the 'beef' on monday evening and in half an hour, whipped up, or should I say, squashed down, over 120 patties for the Mother's Day yard sale concession. This is a true example of the many hands making light work. Many thanks all!! "
Kelly McNaughton
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| May 2, 2010
"Many thinks to all the wonderful volunteers who showed up on Saturday, May 1 for the cleanup at the Dunster Comunity Hall. We made short work of setting up the tables, cleaning up around the dumpsters and recycling bin, tidying up the swap shed, cleaning out the basement, giving all the kitchen cupboards the "once over", cleaning out the basement and many other little jobs that just needed doing. A job well done!"
Dunster Community Association |
| March 23, 2010
"The website is such a great idea."
Lorrie Bressette
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| March 18, 2010
"I listened to a BBC Somerset radio broadcast last night and enjoyed it, now having looked at you website. Dunster here in the UK is only a few miles for us in Ashill and we visit often . Not much alike but both have an air about them an air of peace and I would guess both are about rural living though Dunster Somerset also has a big holiday component to it's income.
Any way the point of this is that at last Google Earth has put the UK on Street View so for the first time it is possible to view Dunster Somerset from at least a drivers point of view.
Nice to know about you all."
Ian Cattemull, Somerset, England
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| Mother's Day Yard Sale Concession Success and Thanks
"The concession was a fabulous success, taking in $692.34. There are still two dozen hamburger patties for the next event. Many thanks to the 22 people who signed up for the 1-hour work shifts - it just won't happen without volunteers like you!! Also thanks to those who helped with set-up and clean-up. And, many thanks for the donations made by Irma Brownlee, Bob and Karen Craigue, and Lily Hill. Also thanks to the burger-making team - five people made 13 dozen burgers, in 1 hour, in preparation for this event! We received many compliments on our homemade burgers and buns at the concession."
Kelly McNaughton
(Note from Pete: "...and also a great big "Thank-You! " to Kelly for all the time and effort she put into organizing the concession as a fund-raiser for the Dunster Community Association!!") |
| Radio Bristol
"
I just wanted to say how much I enjoy hearing Peter on Trevor Fry's radio programme. He sounds so very contented despite all the snow you get! Dunster must be wonderful in summer as I understand it is quite temperate on the west side of Canada.
Best wishes."
Beverly Treml,
Portbury (near Bristol), UK |
| "Hi there!
I think your site is so cool. I went to that school for grade 2 - 4. I was friends with David this Hills son. I just thought I would say hi. I will make a donation to your site. I have some questions for you cause I am planning a trip up there hiking. Do you have any maps of the old logging roads to Tete-jeane-cashe?
Look forward to hearing from you.
Cheers!"
Nicholas Patterson |
February 3 , 2009
"Dunster road where it comes off the highway and decends to the river, borders the Chambers farm which was my grandfather's farm originally (until 1960 when it passed to the Neilsons) . The stretch of road was known for decades as Blackwood Hill. It never had a road name until the 70's. In the old days, roads and automobiles being what they were, folks had lots of trouble making the hill in the spring ( mud ) and in the winter ( snow ). My grandfather would come out with his tractor or team of horses and help them out which is likely how it got the name. If we can dig out a picture of the road, now or then, would you post it on the list? Thanks."
Mike Kennedy, Kamloops, B.C. |
February 3 , 2009
"I am really impressed with the Dunster site. Nice to see a small community showcased so nicely. My mother, Beatrice Blackwood, grew up at Dunster and we come back to visit often. Thanks for your website and please let us know if there is anything we can do for you."
Mike Kennedy, Kamloops, B.C. |
| December 17, 2008
"The generous people of Dunster showed up at the Saturday morning pot luck (Dec. 13) and $354.20 plus some non-perishable items were donated to the Food Bank. Thank you to the people who attended and contributed for sales and raffle for your generosity. "
Kathy Peterson , Dunster, B.C. |
April 19, 2008
"Congratulations on the site, webmasters! It's great! Really helpful to have the links to the weather and road conditions. Also the bulletin board will be very useful. I got very homesick looking at the photos. Am looking forward to the time when I can spend more time than a few weeks in the summer in Dunster again, soaking up the beauty and peace of the place, and reconnecting with my friends. (By the way, I especially loved the comment from England about Pete's "next conversion".... )."
Cherry Lynn Brown, Victoria, B.C. |
April 8, 2008
"I have looked at your site and it is very interesting.
I drive a lorry and drag from Truro to Bristol and I like Trevor's programme, that is were I heard about your site and have listened to your good self. Unfortunately I do not know of Dunster in the west country as Falmouth is about 200 miles from Bristol. I will be keeping in touch with your web site. I look forward to your next conversion with Trevor.
Kind regards."
Ian Hewson, Falmouth, Cornwall, England |
April 5 , 2008
"Love the website, great job, thanks for it too."
Deb Cochrane, Dunster, B.C. |
March 19, 2008
"Hello to all you folks in Dunster. Just heard about you guys and Dunster on radio Wiltshire here in England, sorry missed the chaps name talking on the radio at your end. Logged on to your web site which I must say for a small community is very impressive. Must say the place sounds and looks fantastic so much space, heaven, fully understand what the chap meant when he said he was blessed with beautiful views, I live at the foot of Roundway Hill here in Bromham, Wiltshire and feel the same way. With a great aunt in Grande Prairie you never know I may one day have the opportunity to drop in and see the place. Best wishes to you all."
Jim and Geraldine Dibben, Netherstreet, Bromham, Wiltshire, England
PS We have a web site in the village here at www.bromham.org.uk you may wish to visit. |
March 19, 2008
"I would like to congratulate you on a wonderful and informative website which I heard of while listening to Trevor Fry on Radio Bristol. I have heard the various descriptions of the landscape over the years from Trevor's programme and having now seen the pictures on the website; it has made me want to visit your area of Canada even more so. Many thanks." Chris Gummer, Bristol, UK |
| February 18, 2008
"I have visited your new site and just wanted to say: Looks fantastic! You have put a lot of thought into it. Kudos to you!"
Margaret A. Graine STI PFP
Regional Economic Development Officer
Village of McBride, B.C.
1-877-569-7556
edo@mcbride.ca |
| February 12, 2008
"Cool website!"
Bob Thompson, Dunster, B.C. |
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Notices to Dunster residents
| The McBride & District Chamber of Commerce has a community message board available for all to use.
We have just repainted it with blackboard paint, making it simple to use. Each side has a surface of approx 4'x 4'. Chalk is supplied. Community groups are invited to create their poster on the chalk board or continue to attach their poster to the board.
The unit is on a rolling wagon making it mobile. If you take it away, please return it.
Alternatively you are welcome to park it close to it's home at Linda Fry's office.
We invite all community groups to make use of this sign board - use your creativity with coloured chalk, add some streamers and balloons, too, if you like.
Linda Fry,
532 Main Street,
McBride, 250-569-0138
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| I am now doing a regular run to Valemount from McBride every Thursday morning, so if you need something brought to Valemount especially on a regular basis and can meet between 8:30 a.m. and 8:45 a.m. in McBride at AG Foods - all small items. All I ask is you set up the pick up in Valemount. As for payment arrangements, they can be made on a per order basis, or regular run basis.
Stop drops can be arranged also at the Dunster trade shack and recycling depot on Highway 16.The stop will only be a 5-minute stop as there is no time for me to wait so you must be there for your arranged pick-up or drop-off. Otherwise it will be able to get picked up in Valemount. No perishables or illegal items.
Also available are Tim Horton donuts or Tim Horton products from Jasper every Thursday $5.50 extra (taxes included) per client order.
Just testing to see if there is an interest.
Contact Richard Korejwo at 250-566-4354 or by email for more info.
November 26, 2012
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| From the
Dunster Fine Arts School
Society:
We are pleased to announce that Kim McNaughton has been awarded the contract as co-ordinator to administer the renovation contracts and purchase new equipment for the School and property under the New Horizons Grant Program. Kim has so much experience in administration and in organizing things. We are confident that she will do a stellar job!
We would also like to thank all the volunteers who helped out at the Robson Valley Music Festival concession two weeks ago. We have now figured out that the weekend of hard work and dedication (and a few overcooked burgers!) has raised $2,778.70 clear for the
Dunster Fine Arts School
Society. This will take care of almost six months payments on the mortgage! A dedicated crew and a successful outcome!
The "Buy-Local Burgers" were a huge success with a few people even requesting them for breakfast! Our thanks also go out to all the festival-goers who supported our efforts by their purchases.
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| Hi to anyone who is concerned about Smart Meters:
I learned about the Citizens for Safe Technology Society, from Alison Marchant, whom some of you may remember, lived in the valley for a number of years. I signed a petition with this group, when I was visiting Alison in November. They tried for 10,000 signatures in 10 days and got over 15,000 to bring concerns about Smart Meters forward to the government. They are now aiming for 100,000 signatures by Valentine's Day. I saw Bill Vanderzalm interviewed on the news a few days ago and he basically said that the government is as wrong with the Smart Meter issue as it was about the HST. If you are interested in learning more or signing the petition to reverse the Smart Meter installation issue, the website is www.stopsmartmeters. ca
There is concern about the emission of electromagnetic frequencies (EMF) from the meters. I do have some articles on this subject from Alison and another friend if anyone is interested. I also have some website info on fabrics that actually block EMF (if you are interested in putting up a 'screen' of such fabric to reduce EMF leakage into your home).
Kelly McNaughton, January 5, 2011 Further to Kelly's note (and the several previous notes from Leigh Jackson regarding smart meters), those interested in this issue should check out Joyce Nelson's article"High Voltage: Spin and Lies of a Global Energy Grid". It occurred as a two-part article on straightgoods.ca a couple of months ago, but is available as a single piece at:
http://www.watershedsentinel.ca/content/high-voltage-spin-lies-global-energy-grid
Joyce's article reveals the appalling but not surprising background behind the smart grid push, and gives progressive-minded people more
to think about!
Thanks to Kelly and Leigh for all the information!
Evan Williams, January 6, 2011
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| From Dunster Community Forest Society:
On behalf of the Dunster Community Forest Society we would like to thank the Dunster Fine Arts School Society for all their efforts at facilitating our C4F Conference (Carbon, Climate Change and Community Forest Conference), Oct. 13 & 14, 2011. We had presentations from Simon Fraser University, University of British Columbia and UNBC (University of Northern British Columbia), Ray Travers RPF from Victoria, the Simpcw Nation and local Community Forests. Ministry of Forests representatives came from Prince George and McBride and many local stakeholders. Of course the Dunster style meals offered to the participants were fantastic and all who came from out of town raved about the hospitality, the awesome beauty of the valley and the great experience they had here. We hope it is the first of many opportunities to bring together great ideas for our Community.
Debby Ladouceur,
Secretary, Dunster Community Forest Society
October 20, 2011
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| BC Hydro's free Energy Conservation Assistance Program and Energy Savings Kit program is currently available to all residents in British Columbia who would like to apply. The Energy Conservation Assistance Program (ECAP) provides qualified low-income BC Hydro residential account holders with a home energy evaluation, the installation of energy saving products, and personalized energy efficiency advice. All of this is free of charge to the participant. For more information visit the BC Hydro website at: http://www.bchydro.com/powersmart/residential/ps_low_income/energy_conservation.html .
Emily Kendy l Project Coordinator -Renewable Energy Projects l Eaga Canada
Eaga Canada Services, Suite 310 - 163 W Hastings St
Vancouver, BC V6B 1H5
Tel: 604.639.3242 ext 105 l Mobile: 778.227.3382
emily@eaga.ca | www.eaga. ca
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| I just scanned my copy of the Dunster Cookbook, with my co-editor, Karen Craigues', blessing:
http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=330989&id=621096124&l=ff74eb13a1
I hope this link works for people. I don't know of any copies available to purchase. Ann Schwartz |
| Dunster Fine Arts School First Day this year!
We had a very successful first day of school in the Dunster Fine Arts School Tent!
After the class and a wonderful Dunster pot-luck lunch, we all watched an amazing film called "School's Out"!
I purchased two copies of this film on DVD to circulate around the community. One is at Dunster General Store and the other is at my place (Pete's place) so people in the area can take it home and watch this inspiring DVD . There is no charge to borrow the film , but I ask if you can that you give a small donation of a Loonie or a Twoonie towards the Dunster Fine Arts School fund either on the counter at the store or at Pete's place if you feel it was worth it. Pick up a copy and have a look!
From the DVD Jacket:SCHOOL'S OUT
"This film is about rural school closures in British Columbia.
In 2004, Forest Grove Elementary School was closed. The community fought back. Other communities are also facing school closures. This is the story of what happens when you try to rip the heart out of a rural community. The film is 44 minutes long."
I hope everyone in Dunster and the Robson Valley will have a look at this film!!
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| For those of you whom I haven't yet had the pleasure of meeting, I'm a longtime WWOOFer and now a recent resident of Dunster (I absolutely love it here!). I've been organizing hikes and get-togethers for WWOOFers throughout this summer, and have often found that some WWOOFers get left out simply because we didn't know they were here and/or had no way to contact them. If your WWOOFers would like to be "in-the-loop" on these events, please tell them to e-mail me (danielleddl@hotmail.com) when they first arrive at your farm.
Over the past few months we've organized hikes to Kinney Lake and Berg Lake, as well as hosted several bonfire and movie nights (in Dunster). We often have a dozen or more WWOOFers from around the world so it makes for a very interesting and social atmosphere. It's great fun!! You are all welcome to join us on these events as well (they aren't just for WWOOFers!). Thanks in advance! Danielle. |
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Dunster residents should recognize that the property along Pepper Pit
Road (including the road right of way) is all private land until the gravel pit at the end of the road. Therefore, any firewood cutting or hunting requires specific permission of the owner. Nature walks, mountain biking, berry or mushroom picking, etc. is allowed and encouraged. Roy Howard at
250-968-4410. |
Recycling bins at the Dunster Community Hall
Since there is no one person responsible for calling the Regional District when the bin is totally full, if you see that it is, please call 1-800-667-1959 and ask for Environmental Services, or email district@rdffg.bc.ca and tell them the bin is full. Thanks!
At the Dunster Community Association Meeting in April 2009 there was a discussion about the use of the dumpsters and recycle bins at the Dunster Community Hall.
We have obtained some brochures from the Regional District that describe the three transfer stations in the Robson Valley (Dunster, McBride and Valemount) and what materials you can and cannot take to each station. These brochures are in a pamphlet rack just inside the door of the Swap Shed for your convenience. Please feel free to one of each to have at home so you can see where to take materials and also to check the hours of each transfer station.
We would like to remind everyone of the following guidelines:
- Absolutely no materials should be left outside the dumpsters
- ALL CARDBOARD AND PAPER should be placed in the recycling bins NOT in the dumpsters
- All milk jugs and tin cans should be washed out and placed in the middle section of the paper recycling bin
- All garbage should be bagged before being put in the dumpsters
- Only household garbage should be put in the dumpsters. Any yard waste, barbed wire, boards, construction waste should be taken either to the Valemount or McBride transfer stations
- Electronic discards such as computers, TVs, microwaves, etc. can be taken to BBK Bottle Depot in Prince George for recycling of parts and components (2629 Vance Road, Prince George, 250-561-7475)
If we all make it a habit to pick up a few pieces of paper or trash from around the bins each time we use them, it would make a big difference in how clean the area is kept. It would also help if everyone tidies up the swap shed a bit and hangs up a few items of clothing each time you use it.
Don't forget to place any good, clean used items in the swap shed to see if someone else in the community may be able to use them before they goes to the waste stream. If the item is too big for the swap shed (e.g. furniture, T.V., exercise bike) you can contact the webmaster below and have an ad put on the website for 2 months free of charge and you can also send a description of the item and your contact # or e-mail to Pete Amyoony (click here for email) and he will put it out on the valley-wide e-mail list.
If each member of the community does a bit, it will soon add up!
Thanks in advance for your efforts to keep our Community Hall area clean and tidy.
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