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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.
Wanted
Help Wanted
Work Wanted
Buy and Sell (including free items)
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"
Recipe of the Month This month: Charlie Kraut
Wanted |
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Looking for furnishing for the new wwoofer bus:
small wood stove
small table and chairs
bed and frame
Call Dallas
Bullock at 250-566-1450.
August 29, 2010 |
| Looking for locally grown Dunster garlic to buy. If you have extra, please send an email. Much appreciated!
Thank you. It's a wonderful web site.
Laurie
August 25, 2010 |
| Larry Stamm is looking for a ride from McBride or Dunster to Jasper on
Monday, Aug 30, for himself and his mother. Time of travel is not
that important, but we need to arrive in Jasper by mid-afternoon.
We are willing to pay for gas and other expenses.
Contact Larry at 250-569-3385 or by email.
August 24, 2010
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| We are looking for a non-functioning deep-freeze for mouse proof seed
storage. Do you have one you'd like to get rid of?
Call Dale and Adele Ford at 250-
968-4417 or email us.
August 20, 2010
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| Looking for a ride to Jasper for our wonderful helper Carla on Wednesday, September 1. She needs to be there for 5'ish to catch the train back to Ontario. I'm sure she would be willing to help with gas and she is excellent company! Thanks for any help you can give...
Ernie and Carol Ann Romanow, Let's go HIKE INC, 250-968-4457.
August 18, 2010
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| I am looking for some things to furnish/finish an appartment cheaply. Does anyone have:
kitchen sink
stove top/oven
stove hood for ventilation
shower stall (small)
kitchen countertop
shelving
floor lamps
Thanks! Contact Micah at 250-566-1782 or send an email.
August, 13, 2010 |
| Small deep freeze in great shape.
Call Jared or Kathryn 250-566-5069.
August 13, 2010
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| The Robson Valley Music Festival is looking for local volunteers. We will
be having work days Monday-Saturday, August 9-14 and Monday-Friday, August 16-20 for
prefestival set up.
Those volunteers who work 8 hours will get in free and those who work 16
hours will also get free meals from the hospitality for the weekend! Please
phone Seth at 250-968-4411.
We are also looking for volunteers to help out during the festival. Please
phone Alaina at 250-968 4300! Thank you for all the local support! Come and listen to some amazing music and experience one of BC's best festivals!
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The Robson Valley Music Society is looking to borrow any old couches for
the weekend of August 20-22 to set up a comfy covered backstage lounge
area for performers. We are also looking to borrow campers/motor-homes to
house performers and security staff in for the weekend. We are willing to
compensate for the rental of campers/motor-home with VIP passes or small
amount of $$..
If you can help with any of these, please call Shara or Seth at 250-968-4411. |
| A young lady that is currently staying with Ulla in Tete Jaune is looking for a ride to Jasper on Wednesday, August 11, in time to catch the 1 p.m. (Mountain Time) bus to Edmonton. She is happy to chip in with gas money.
If you can help with this, please call Ulla at 250-566-0159 or send an email.
August 3, 2010
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| I am looking for about a dozen tomato cages, the round wire ones you stick in the ground for tomatoes, etc. to climb up. If anyone has any laying about I would appreciate them. Free preferably. Thanks muchly. Contact Johanna Layton at 250-566-1052 (cell) or send an email.
July 26, 2010
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| I am looking for a dresser for Caleb. If anyone has one they would like to
sell, please call Deb Reimer at 250-968-4335.
July 15, 2010 |
Bottles
The Dunster Fine Arts
School Committee is accepting bottles in their summer-long bottle drive to
raise funds to keep the Dunster Fine Arts School going. If you would like
to donate any bottles, they can be dropped off at the school for now. If
that has to change, we will let you know where the alternative drop-off
place will be. |
| Wanted: family dog
Hello! My husband and I are seeking an awesome dog to become part of our family. We are a stable couple in our early thirties living on 75 acres of land between Prince George and McBride. We have both been dog owners all our lives and always form strong bonds with our pets.
We can offer tons of room to run around, lots of fresh air, nearly constant love and attention and an all round fantastic life for a dog.
We expect a dog who is fit enough to come "bush wacking"with us. One who will bark and alert us to any approaching wildlife and chase deer out of our garden. And one who will be good and gentle with our children when we have them. A bonus would be if the dog is cat friendly and not prone to eating chickens.
We're around home nearly all the time, only leaving to go into town every 2 weeks or so. When we do leave, we would expect the dog to stay home and guard the property.
We're not fussy about the breed or age, we're just looking for the right fit. Both being avid dog lovers, it's important to us to have a dog with a great personality, one we can truly love and enjoy being around.
It's equally important though for us to have a dog that will not run off and possibly cause trouble on neighboring homesteads, and we will not consider a dog who has any form of aggression problems.
We'd prefer a dog who comes from a similar circumstance but would consider a dog who is used to living in town in a yard.
So, if you have an awesome dog and are moving, or just looking to give him or her a great life with more freedom to run and be a dog, please write us and tell us about yourself and your dog.
Because we do not have internet yet, we won't be checking for replies until June 30 or so, but we will respond to anyone who sounds like they might be a good fit.
Steve and Nikky (email) |
| I am looking to buy a few used bikes in decent condition for the use of wwoofers who stay here.
I am looking to buy a good used double mattress.
If you can help with any of the above, please contact Pete by email or call 250-968-4334. Thanks a million!!! Pete
June 22, 2010 |
| If anyone is driving a truck, with some space, up from Vancouver or the Island, Karita has a bunch of stuff here that she would like. Lilja's dresser, car tires , kitchen boxes, etc.
Thanks, Ross
(You can call Karita at 259-968-4440)
June 16, 2010 |
| We are looking to purchase 1 or 2 goats locally for our little hobby farm.
We prefer 2 females or male and female to breed. These goats will not be
just for keeping down the grass but as family pets. We will even take goats
with a disability ( blind, runt, what have you ).We prefer multi-colored
goats with character over a standard white.
Please call Lorrie Bressette at
250-968-4491.
June 10, 2010 |
| Old hay and/or fresh or old manure for making garden compost. I prefer not to use horse manure because of the pesticides in the de-wormer.
Willing to clean out a barn in exchange for composting materials.
Contact: Nancy Taylor at 250-968-4358 or by email.
Thanks for considering this request!
June 1, 2010
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| My son, Forrest, and I are going to be needing a second vehicle during our two-month stay in the valley, so that Forrest can easily get to his jobs - which could be anywhere in the area. So we are looking for a vehicle that may not be currently in use, and which could be loaned to us for a fee for July and August. Thankyou to all for considering this request. Please contact me at 250-479-5545 if you could help us out. Cherry Brown
May 25, 2010 |
| Vic is looking for a sewing mannequin to work on her new creations. Does anyone in Dunster have one in the shed/attic/basement that they would be willing to lend or sell? Call Dave at
250-968-4536. Thanks.
May 12, 2010 |
| I am looking for 15-20 baby food jars with lids.
Micah at 250-566-1782.
May 8, 2010 |
| A young person is moving into independent housing in McBride and has very little in the way of furniture, household necessities & kitchen equipment. If any of you sorting for the many garage sales just now, have any spare household items or furniture it would surely be appreciated. Or any leftovers after the Mother's Day sale! In particular she needs a bed, couch and chair, coffee table, TV, small kitchen table/chairs, dresser, dishes, pots and pans, pictures, etc. She is not fussy about their condition as long as they are in working order! The only caveat is that it would have to be delivered to McBride as she does not drive or have any way to pick it up. She moves in May 10. Please call Carol Ann at 250-569-3387 (daytime please) if you can spare any items. Thanks for considering this folks! Your generosity is legendary!
Carol Ann Romanow, MA
Mental Health Life Skills Support Worker
McBride Office: 250-569-3387
Valemount Office: 250-566-9898
May 5, 2010 |
| Photos wanted: Looking for photos of Dunster community quilts raffled before 2000 to add to a Dunster Quilt Album. Your photos will be scanned and promptly returned. If you have information about what year the quilt was raffled and who won it, that would be useful too. Contact Marg Johnson at 250-968-4351. |
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Help Wanted |
| I applied for a 2010 Olympic legacy automated external defibrillator (AED) a while ago. We got it and it will be here in the next few weeks. It will be installed in the school foyer at Valemount Secondary somewhere for use at concerts, sports events, and school etc.
We may need some VACS volunteers to take the training in its use. It is a basic CPR day class with a short bit on using the machine. Think about it and I will send out another invite when this gets arranged.
Thanks!!
Dan Kenkel
August 24, 2010 |
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Needed a Logging Truck Driver with Class 1 licence and Air Endorsement.
If you have experience with a "Self-Loader or Picker Truck" that is a plus!
Call Andy or Donna at the Beanery at 250-569-3457.
July 29, 2010 |
The Dunster community quilt blocks are now available at the Dunster General Store.
The theme this year is "Simply Berries" and it's just that. Berries of the Robson Valley worked on an 11-inch block.
There are 20 blocks so LOTS to go around. It's a great project supporting the Dunster school's swim program for the 35th year. Thanks. Marg Johnson
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Work Wanted |
| Greeting fellow Dunsterites ( and further afield!)
My name is Forrest Kilgour (Cherry Brown's son). I am wondering if there is any work out
there which I could do or help you do. I am willing to do just about anything!
Any old fences, old buildings, etc. to take down, repair or clean out??
Winter firewood to cut, split and stack???
Maybe you need something repainted??
What about those thistles or other weeds that need whacking?
Or perhaps you have an old trail that could be brought back to life with
the help of a brush cutter??
Want to get rid of your junk?? I could take it to the dump!!
Please feel free to suggest other things for me to do that I have not
listed above.
I appreciate any and all offers.
I am a post-secondary student born in Dunster and return every summer while I go to school. I am 19 and graduated in 2009. Last year I worked for several friends and neighbours needing help on their properties. I really enjoy the work and very much want to do it again this year. I am a hard worker very prepared to give you value for your money, and I am ready to do just about any odd jobs you may have. I have a licence to drive and First Aid.
I worked in the Robson Valley last year and have some references if you are interested in learning about what others have thought about my work. These references and their phone numbers are as follows: Tammy Wildeman (569-0252), Roger Beck (566-9794), Faye Callas (968-4332), and Sharon Griffith (968-4433).
After several years working for Albert Lorenz, I am well versed in working long hours.
Thank you very much for considering me for your summer jobs. It is much appreciated. I have a phone now so you can give me a call at 250-968-4329.
Thank you very much. Forrest
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| HOME HELP FOR SENIORS AND BUSY FOLK
I am offering a variety of services to help with the upkeep of your homes and farms. Will also be a companion for seniors in care. Rate: $15 to $20/hr. negotiable. Will consider partial trade.
References available. Phone
Leigh Jackson at 250-569-8807.
January 3, 2010
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| Used and home-made items only (no commercial items please) |
| More stuff to sell and give away.
Still some 45-gallon steel drums with sealing bands - $25 each.
Wire, heaps of wire, mostly 16-18 gauge
2-4 conductor, some shorter lengths, one spool of 10003 conductor, 16 gauge with a concentric ground. Designed for electronic equipment. Price negotiable.
Also lots of sewn burlap sacks if anyone wants them. Will hold about 20-25 lbs. approx. of potatoes. Never been used. Make an offer.
Ammo cases approximately 6 smaller ones. All free.
Lots of 6 lengths of 2ABS pipe. Make an offer if you can use any of this stuff.
Proceeds to DFASS.
Call Dave at 250-968-4429 or send an email.
August 31, 2010
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| Certified organic apples and pears - delivery or pick-up
Bob McCoubrey, Certified Organic Produce (N.O.O.A. Grower #18), from the Okanagan, has delivered apples and pears to our area in the past but hasn't had a local contact to handle orders for a couple of years and would be interested in delivering to Dunster again this fall. I have agreed to be the local contact. Apples and pears can be picked up at his farm for $1 per pound and he is willing to deliver here for $1.20 /pound with a minimum of 1000 lb. order. To make all varieties available, it would be best for him to deliver in early to mid October.
Varieties available:
APPLES:
Red Delicious,
Spartan,
McIntosh,
Aurora Golden Gala (great eating -small this year, would be good for kids' lunches)
- also about 30 varieties of heritage/exotic apples, just coming into production, so more info to come on these.
PEARS:
Bartlett (canning),
d'Anjou (winter storage).
For now, I need to know general interest and quantities to see if we would meet the minimum order.
You can email an order quantity to me. I will also put a sign-up sheet on the bulletin board at the store. Any other questions, let me know. I have all Bob's contact info for anyone who would like to pick up their own produce. He currently has peaches just coming into production and they're lovely!
P.S.
Bob's cases can be 25 or 40 lbs. and he is willing to bring a scale and weigh out 10 lb. quantities for people ( I had some requests for 10 lbs.)
Call Kelly McNaughton at 250-
968-4400 or send an email.
August 20, 2010 |
| 27" Toshiba colour TV with matching stand.
Both grey/silver colour, stand has glass doors with two shelves,
4 years old, in great condition, nice picture.
(Mother is moving to a smaller apartment and must downsize).|
Asking $250. Call
Wendy Cinnamon at
250-566-9706.
August 20, 2010
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| For sale - proceeds to DFAS Society
2" ABS pipe in 6' lengths (46 total) - new 12' lengths are $15.99 - price $4 each
1" pvc pipe in 10' lengths - about 50 (40 white sch 40 with bell ends, 10+ grey no bell ends, and a variety of shorts) pieces -new price $13.99 each, price $ 5 - 6 each
4 - 45 gallon steel drums with sealing lid bands - $25 each
1 - 25 gallon drum with sealing lid $20
2 gallon burlap sacks - sewn - 12" x 18" approx size, 100 or so -brand new - $ .50 each
Free - ammunition cases
Wire Gabions (15-20) - brand new - 3 sizes - call for prices.
If you are interested in any of this stuff, come over and check it out. If
it doesn't sell at prices listed, make an offer - proceeds to DFASS.
Call Dave at 250-968-4429 or send an email.
August 16, 2010 |
| Adult egg-laying rouen ducks ( pairs) to give away. 1 year old. Phone Charlotte Hammann, Valemount, at 250-566-0130.
August 16, 2010
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Small deep freeze in great shape.
Call Jared or Kathryn 250-566-5069.
August 13, 2010 |
FOR SALE: 1984 Ford Ranger (good for a parts truck), rusty body, almost new tires, good engine and drive train. Comes with a free motorcycle engine too! $250 OBO.
Call Jared or Kathryn 250-566-5069.
August 13, 2010 |
FOR SALE: 2007 Honda CRF150F.
-Twin air filter
-KERMAXX MXH Racing bars
-Electric start
-Front tire: Dunlop D739FA (95%)
-Rear tire: Kenda MILLVILLE K771 (85%)
Has number 93 on the bike but has never been raced. Maintenance has been
done regularly, air filter cleaned and oil changed every ten hours. I have
a spare clutch lever, brake lever and silencer. I also have the two
original Pirelli tires with about 20% tread left. Bike has low hours and
has never been ridden hard. Lots of power and a really fun bike to ride!
Interested in trades let me know what you have. I can also send pictures.
Call Dave at 250-968-4429 or send an email.
August 8, 2010 |
Free for the taking: short lengths of 2" poly pipe (6-10'), short lengths of 4" abs pipe with 90* elbows (4-8'), etc, etc. short lengths of 10" or 12" pvc pipe.
Call Dave at 250-868-4429 or send an email.
August 8, 2010 |
| Ammunition cases, several (have one or two holes drilled, and fitted with
electrical fittings), lots more stuff to come, some for sale (proceeds to
DFAS Society). I want to get rid of this stuff quickly - so if no takers,
its heading to the transfer station.
Call Dave at 250-868-4429 or send an email.
August 8, 2010 |
| To give away to a good home: one five-drawer metal office desk ( three on
one side and two on the other). 34" x 60" top.
The desk is taken apart now but is easily assembled.
Call David or Sharon at 250-968-4433.
August 8, 2010 |
| Free for the taking - a 16' cedar strip canoe. Exterior was sanded, but
needs to be re-expoxy'd (plus some patch work), and interior could use some
work too. Seats and decks included, but will need new gunwales - so, a bit
of a project for sure - definitely a fixer-upper before she will be sea
worthy! If no takers, we will cut it in half and take it to the transfer
station - soon!
Call Dave at 250-968-4429 or send an email.
August 3, 2010 |
| Free kittens! Orange male, greyishy female, calico? female. All very cute, kid proof, happy indoors or out. Ready to go. Call Cardinal's at 250-968-4481.
July 26, 2010 |
| American Standard toilet (13.2l flush) - free for the taking - about 2 years
old - replaced with a dual flush toilet. If anyone wants it, or parts -
help yourself - 7668 Read Road, Dunster. Call 250- 968-4429 or send an email. It
will be heading to the transfer station in a matter of days otherwise.
July 26, 2010 |
| Cardinal Ranch now has a resident milk cow and we're producing more milk than we need. If there is anyone who is interested in a few free gallons of milk a week, let us know. They would have to be picked up. Call Diquita at 250-968-4481. |
| Old Homelite XL76 chainsaw with 21" bar - used to run - but hasn't been
started in more than a decade - collectors item - Any collectors out there??
- TRADE??
Call Dave at 250-968-4429 or send an email.
July 20, 2010 |
Snowplow for pickup - older heavy duty unit - hydraulic over electric, 8'
blade plus wings, light array plus extras. $600 or trade.
Call Dave at 250-968-4429 or send an email.
July 20, 2010 |
| Brother LS-2125 Sewing Machine
FEATURES: LS-2125
· 10 built-in stitches with 25 stitch functions
· 4-step buttonholer
· Built-in stretch blind stitch and elastic stitch
· Straight, satin and zigzag stitches
· Stitch length control (Max. 4mm)
· Auto-set stitch length and stitch width
· Buttonhole fine adjustment
· Thread tension control dial
· Quick bobbin winding system
· Electronic speed control
· Built-in light illuminates the sewing area
· Safety power and light switch
· Forward and reverse sewing
· Lightweight and compact with built-in handle for portability
This machine has never been taken out of the box. Internal plastic wrap is intact.
Asking $70.00
Call 250-569-8876 or cell 250-569-7251
July 18, 2010
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| Rigid 300 Power threader w/ tri-stand, chain vise, roll groover, oil bucket - $3500.00
Stihl Gas Grass Trimmer FS 38 - $250.00
Body work hammers and tools - $175.00
Engine stand w/ wheels - $80.00
Hand threader - Ratchet type - $250.00
T Handle Threader w/ dies/cutter - $275.00
Mini Power Threader 1/2" & 3/4" - $2000.00
Call Joel at 250-566-9918 or cell 250-566-3144
July 15, 2010
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| I have a huge aloe-vera plant I would like to give to someone.
Call Janet Tait at 250-968-4393.
July 15, 2010
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| 1975 Dodge Tradesman 200 Extended Van with raised roof - 360 engine, new
radiator, new master cylinder, new rear tires - minor rust, great body for a
van of this age - needs some front brake work (pads and rotors). Interior
is gutted - ready to camperize. Drive train is in great shape. Licensed in
BC, van is presently in Kamloops, but will bring up to Robson Valley.
$699.00. Call Chris at 250-373-0048 or send an email or call Dave at 250-
968-4429 or send an email.
July 15, 2010
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| Free for the taking:
1- 100,000 BTUhr pool heater, gas
1 - 60,000 BTU propane furnace, w/o electric motor
Other miscellaneous items.
Also, if anyone is looking for a refrigeration unit for walk-in cooler or
otherwise - we have a copeland compressor + a 2 fan condensor unit (all
240v) - will trade or sell - about $1000.
Call Dave at 250-968-4429 or send an email.
July 4, 2010 |
| 1) 2002 Ford Ranger 2WD pickup, 4 cylinder, 209'000 km + a trip from
Calgary to Dunster or points between; 5-speed manual; inspected &
repaired to meet out-of-province AB inspection (new rear brakes &
drums, emergency brake cable, front suspension links); great on gas;
nice truck but since I'll be moving overseas in August I'm not going
to need a vehicle. $3500. Photos & details on Kijiji Calgary (search
2002 Ford Ranger and it should come up; otherwise I can email photos).
2) 20-gallon fish tank, no leaks, with light-bar (not a full canopy)
and grow-lights; screened top, filter, heater, plants, water
conditioners and aquarium gravel available. Make me an offer.
3) 4 ceiling-mounted florescent light fixtures with 2 bulbs each +
brand new bulbs: 1 each of a plant & aquarium light, 1 full-spectrum
natural lighting. I can send photos (or search the ad on Kijiji
Calgary). $15 each for the fixtures + $5 each brand new bulbs, will
sell $20 each set of fixture + 2 used bulbs + 2 brand new bulbs.
4) Spanish language kit, great for kids, with workbook, flash cards and
other materials. It was a gift before I went to Argentina but I never
used it. $10 OBO.
Other items likely to come up as I get packed and organized.
Contact Susan by email.
July 1, 2010 |
| WATKINS JUNE SPECIALS
An order will be placed next week for Watkins.
Some specials are:
Root Beer extract - 59 Ml for $6.59
Alum Free Baking Powder - 262 g for $5.99
Sea Salt Grinder or peppercorn - $6.99 each.
Body Wash ( I love it, does not dry out my skin ) - 355 ml for $12.99
Dish soap - buy one for $7.49, second one for $5.24
Please call Lorrie Bressette at 250-968-4491 to order or receive a catalogue.
June 16, 2010
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| Ivory wedding dress, size 8, never used. Versatile style - spaghetti straps can be worn as halter or strapless. Ruched bodice, light fabric, great for summer wedding. Originally $780, paid $350, will sell for $200. Bought off the rack at a boutique.
Call Wendy at 250-566-9706 or 250-566-4367.
June 10, 2010
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| 2 couches and 2 matching chairs - all wicker with heavy blue covers on the foam cushions. These would be suitable for the patio.
Come and have a look at 11288 Highway 16 East or call Irma at 250-968-4416. Accepting offers!
June 8, 2010 |
| 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.
June 8, 2010 |
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Local Real Estate (Buy/Sell/Rent) |
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Mobile Home to Rent in Dunster
Available June 1 - funky older mobile home with one large addition, 2 bedrooms, fridge, stove, wood heat, gravity feed water from spring to fall (need to haul water winter), in downtown Dunster area, garden spot, no other buildings on site for tenant use (landlords accesses property for same as needed), need responsible renter to maintain heat throughout winter to prevent damage to water pipes, first and last month's rent required.
If this appeals to you, contact Chuck or Kelly at 250-968-4400 or leave a message.
May 16, 2010
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Lost and Found |
| Found: purebred border collie female
On August 27, a purebred border collie was brought to me. This is an adult
female, recently spayed. She's medium sized for her breed, tri-colour, very
pleasant and trusting, and in apparent good health.
This dog was picked up from Highway 16 in the vicinity of Crescent Spur and
taken out to Hixon 2 or 3 weeks ago, and only today was transported back to
McBride. At this time we're only interested in finding her owners, not
looking for a new home.
If anyone has any information, please phone Ann Schwartz at 250-569-3319 or send an email
August 27, 2010 |
| FOUND:
Small grey male Shitzu looking dog found on the Dunster/Croydon back road.
Please call Lorrie Bressette at 250-968-4491.
August 25, 2010 |
| While paddling the Fraser on Mother's Day, a yellow Stolquist PFD was left
on the left (southwest) bank along the Fraser River at the base of a clay
bank several kms downstream from the Dunster Bridge. If any locals have
found it, please contact us by email or telephone
(250-968-4429) - the name "LOGAN" appears on the label. We are going to paddle past there early this
week in the hopes it is still laying on the bank.
Thanks!
Dave and Debby
May 17, 2010
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| A sweet male dog, possibly a German Shepherd cross, has been found near Croyden. For more information call the Dunster Store at 250-968-4488.
April 9, 2010 |
| There has been a Toyota car key found on Read Road near Baer's house. A person can pick it up at the Dunster store.
April 9, 2010 |
Lost: My name is Esther Leon and I am emailing from kamloops. My son lost a
dog near Dunster along the railway track about 11 days ago. He has
been in the area for the past few days trying to find him. I was told that McBride is the nearest large centre near the area and I would like to do all I can to help my son find his dog (he is heartbroken). Can you suggest some places I can post information? Newspaper read in that area that I can
contact, radio, businesses I can contact? Any information sent out would
be wonderful. Tthank you, Esther
P.S. The dog's name is "Parvo" and he was lost around 11 days ago near the CN tracks in Dunster. He is about knee high mostly
black with tan-beige markings on the front of his legs and beige/tan
markings around the muzzle and eyes.
His owner, Nicholas, has been looking for him for days and has looked for twenty miles along the tracks but has had no luck yet. I just received a picture that I am attaching to this message so you can see what the dog looks like. Two local residents think they saw him near the Dunster Community Hall on Sunday around noon to 1 pm, but are not sure it was Parvo.
I have posted pictures of him at the swap shed and at the store. If you see Parvo anywhere around Dunster, you can call me and I will pass the message along to Nicholas and his family.
Nick and his Mom are grateful for all the support and help they have
received so far in their search.
Thanks for your help. Pete at 250-968-4334.
 
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| 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
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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
| 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. |
| From Dunster Fine Arts School Parent Advisory Committee:
The Dunster Fine Arts School Committee is accepting bottles in their summer-long bottle drive to raise funds to keep the Dunster Fine Arts School going. If you would like to donate any bottles, they can be dropped off at the school for now. If that has to change, we will let you know where the alternative drop-off place will be. Your donations are much appreciated!!
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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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Recipe of the Month
CHARLIE KRAUT (from Charlie Rollinson - 1986)
Cabbage - enough to fill the crock (approx. 50 lbs. for 10 gal. crock)
Carrots - 12 to 15
Onions - 3-4 large
Apples - 3-4 large tart ones
Pickling spice - 3-4 Tbs.
Garlic - 8-10 cloves
Caraway seed - 1-2 tsp. (optional)
Dill weed - 10-15 stalks
Yeast - 2 Tbs. or 2 pkts.
Pickling salt
Place a layer of whole cabbage leaves in the bottom of the crock.
Add 2 pks of yeast.
Add peeled garlic cloves.
Add a layer of dill (6-8 stalks).
Add a 4-6 inch layer of shredded cabbage.
*On this layer add: 3-4 Tbs pickling salt
A sprinkle of caraway seeds
A handful of shredded carrots
One-half chopped up onion
2-3 tsp pickling spice
Mix the above into the layer of shredded cabbage and press down well with your fist.
Place four to six peeled apple quarters on top of this layer.
Add another 4-6 inch layer of shredded cabbage.
Repeat (*)
Continue this until crock is filled to within a few inches of the top.
Place a few whole cabbage leaves over the top of the kraut.
Add the remainder of the dill and cover with a few more leaves.
Add the board and rock or weight to keep the cabbage below the level of the brine.
Keep an eye out for the first few days as the brine may come over the top of the crock!
Happy eating! |
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September 1, 2010
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