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Powell River Forestry Museum Society - September 13,
2011
Members present: Peter Sansburn,
Dan Parsons, Linda Parsons, Rudi Van Zwaaij, Chet Fee, Sharon Taylor,
Richard Parker, Dave Florence, Art Mebs, Mike Lister, Jerry Oszust, Steven
James
7:0 Meeting called to order
Minutes of August 9, 2011 were
read and adopted.
Treasurer’s Report – To August
31, 2011 presented and adopted.
Summer Staffing Report- Sharon
reported that people were appreciative of the displays .
Miniature Railway Report- Dan
Parsons reported that phase 1 is now complete, there were 5-6 work parties
were needed. Dave Sarnowski of Spring Time Garden Centre will supply some
plants for the centre of the track. Rudi inquired about storage but was
told that really won’t be necessary until phase 2 would be implemented. We
have spent approximately $800 to date with the majority of those
expenditures tied up in steel for the track.
New Business
It was moved that we eliminate
the current membership fee of $2/yr . – Carried
It was moved that we require
each member to complete an application- Carried
It was moved that we offer
opportunity to become Friends of the Society- Carried
It was moved that we
acknowledge Sponsorship Levels from donations retroactively to the
beginning of 2011- Carried
Trail Mtce will be discussed
and plans made at the October 18th meeting.
Rudi has a collection of books
on the trees of Brazil and Thailand from Adam Culos to pass along as a
donation to the museum.
Rudi has communicated with Emma
Laroque regarding historical sites along the Sunshine Coast Trail
Work party for winterizing the
museum will take place on the 18th of October
Fall Fair schedule; 12-5
Saturday 12-5 Sunday
Hans will look after setting
up the tent along with assistance from Jerry and Art
Steve will assist Dan in the
mornings
Thanks to Dave Florence for
the work on behalf of the Society organizing the membership changes and
miniature railway website.
Meeting adjourned @ 8:27pm
Next meeting October 18, 2011
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Powell River Forestry Museum Society August
9, 2011
Members present: Hans Maurer,
Peter Sansburn, Dan Parsons, Rudi Van Zwaaij, Phil Kemp, Chet Fee, Rob
Tanke, Sharon Taylor, Ron Hunter, Dave Florence, Art Mebs, Mike Lister,
Jerry Oszust.
7:00 Meeting called to order
Minutes of July 12, 2011 were
read and adopted.
Treasurer’s Report – To July
31, 2011 presented and adopted.
Business
arising from the minutes
We sold scrap iron to Augusta
for $82.95; donated the outboard engines and many duplicate chain saws to
Lee Kolazar, with others destined for Don Pillat's collection on Texada
via Ron Nassichuck's metal storage
Dan’s unit is now filled with
items such as drag saws…. There are photos posted on the website.
Dave to contact Teedie
regarding posting items to the museum’s list serve to see other
communities may be interested in some of the items.
Raffle tickets need to be
returned to the museum by the 19th of the month.
Opening for Art in the
Park/Blackberry Street Party……Open on the Friday night from 8-10pm
Betty Wilson will be at the
booth from 1-3 on Saturday. Ron Hunter available Saturday & Sunday for
carving. Hans & Art to set up.
Cut-off ticket sales at 3pm at
the Museum
Fall Fair presentation for Dan
Parsons’ presentation instead of Art in the Park. Possibly Brian Crilly
will team up with Dan for that weekend?
New
Business
Shovel Update from Dan
Parsons….welding still not done will contact VIU to complete the job.
Possible field trip to the
Island to the Duncan area in October. Rudi to email members to poll
interest.
Rudi to organize Beach Trail
clean up late October or early November…possibly tie in installation of
shovel bucket if completed.
Dave made a presentation
regarding the work that Betty Wilson and himself having been doing
translating some of the natural history exhibits into the Salish language
and the development of the Sliammon display of miniature traditional
items.
Meeting adjourned @ 7:57p
Next meeting Sept.13
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Powell River Forestry Museum Society July 12,
2011
Members present: Hans Maurer,
Peter Sansburn, Dan Parsons, Geri Parsons, Phil Kemp, Chet Fee, George
Marshall, Sharon Taylor, Ron Hunter, Dave Florence.
7:05 Meeting called to order
Minutes of June 14, 2011 were
read and adopted.
Treasurer’s Report – tabled to
next meeting
New Business
Tuba garage move scheduled for
tomorrow evening.
Hans was given the go ahead to
locate a bench on the north end of the trail.
Peter met with Jim Corbett
regarding his bench request and the existing bench on the south end of the
trail is on City property. Peter to contact Jim and let him know to
contact the City.
George Marshall is making a DVD
available for sale at the museum for $15 of which $5 of every sale will go
towards the museum.
Members will have an
opportunity to volunteer during the Seafair Weekend. Dave will send out a
reminder and a schedule of times that we’re looking for volunteers.
The Seal Head for the Raffle
will be made available for ticket sales during the major events occurring
at Willingdon Beach prior to the draw.
Dan Parsons to bring in some
of his train paraphernalia for the weekend of Art in the Park in August
20&21
Hans mentioned that a lot of
the nicknacks/small miscellaneous items around the museum could use some
signage.
Meeting adjourned @ 7:45p
Next meeting August 9th
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Powell River Forestry Museum Society June 14,
2011
Members present: Rudi Van Zwaaij,
Hans Maurer, Peter Sansburn, Dan Parsons, Lynda Parsons, Phil Kemp, Chet
Fee, Steven James, Mike Lister.
7:03 Meeting called to order
Minutes of May 10, 2011 were
read and adopted.
Treasurer’s Report – tabled to
next meeting
Old Business
Peter, Phil and Hans will man
the museum from 9-12 on the 21st for Aboriginal Day.
Jerry has shingles and will be
laid up for awhile…we will send along a get well card.
New Business
Rudi reported that Panel 11 of
the M&B display is completed.
Rudi got a call from Debbie Dan
who had been contacted by Dave Evans regarding the mill’s steam hammer at
the north end of the WBT and was there anything going to be done with it.
Some discussion followed and Rudi asked the members present if they had
any suggestions. Rudi suggested a concrete base and it would be nice to
have a picture of it as to how it operated.
Rudi received an
acknowledgement from Bill Reid in regards to our participation during the
Prawn Festival on June 11th.
Rudi reported that he talked
with Emma Larocque regarding forest history surrounding the Sunshine Coast
trail for a book she is working on
Rudi would still like to see us
travel to see the Kinsol Trestle on the Island once the grand opening has
been finalized
Rudi reported that a trip to
Chatterbox Falls would not be available on the Malibu Princess. Only
smaller boats are available and they run for $225/hr
Sharon Taylor and Morgan
Robinson are the new staff members for the summer. They will be starting
June 28th
Lynda Parsons graciously
offered one of her stalls in her barn for our storage dilemma. She says it
is close to 10x14. June 28th & June 29th at 7pm are
the tentative dates for moving the stuff. We will need people at both
locations ….. the museum and Tuba’s shed
Rudi passed out and information
Summary in regards to the Strategic Plan but has not been able to meet
with the Museum board as yet
Dan Parsons reported that VIU
welding program donated a pin for the bucket and was hoping to perhaps get
them to do the needed welding on the bucket as well
Dan also brought a sample of
the railway ties available out of Seattle. He’ll be travelling to Sannich
this weekend and will inquire about their insurance coverage
Meeting adjourned @ 7:55pm
Next meeting July 12th
Meeting adjourned 8:10pm
Next meeting…..June 14
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Powell River Forestry Museum Society May 10, 2011
Members present: Dave Florence,
Rob Tanke, Rudi Van Zwaaij, Hans Maurer, Peter Sansburn, Dan Parsons, Phil
Kemp
7:10 Meeting called to order
Minutes of April 12, 2011 were
read and adopted.
Treasurer’s Report – April 30,
2011 presented and adopted
Old Business
Dan reported on his progress
with the Farmers’ Institute. We are still waiting on a letter permitting
us to use one of the Quonset huts for storage.
As a follow up we need to look
at reviewing what items we want to keep, dispose or offer to other
organizations that are presently in the “Tuba” storage shed.
If we were to proceed with the
miniature railway we would need our own insurance coverage.
Dan reported that groups
presently involved with the Farmers’ Institute were in support of the
miniature railway concept.
Peter to follow-up with a
letter to Matt Fraser at the Regional District.
Dan to email the museum
executive with an outline of his plan for the miniature railway.
Chet delivered the walking
stick to Robert Lacey.
New Business
Jerry and Hans to power wash
boat
James Thompson has requested
that open the museum from 9-12 on June 21st. Peter to confirm
with the school that this is okay.
Dave has requested that we
have the Museum ready for opening by June 1st as he will be
unavailable later in the month.
Peter will send a card to Ruth
Vandervoort who is dealing with some serious health issues.
Peter to include a note in the
around town about our next meeting and include an invitation to new
members.
There was a discussion
regarding a few items that have been offered to us (anvil, chainsaw). It
was agreed that we would pass on these items at this time as they are
duplicates of what we already have.
Dave reported that he has
approached Betty Wilson about improving the Sliammon display kiosk in the
North Wing.
Rudi was appointed to head up a
strategic plan for the museum’s future in conjunction with the Powell
River Historical Museum and Archives.
The 2011 Goals were reviewed
Rudi wants to look into
costing the creation of a Trestle Bridge Video ….
Meeting adjourned 8:10pm
Next meeting…..June 14
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Powell River Forestry Museum Society April
12, 2011
Members present: Chet Fee, , Jerry
Oszust, Rob Tanke, Hans Mauer, Peter Sansburn, Richard Parker
7:04 Meeting called to order
Minutes of March 8,2011 were
read and adopted.
reasurer’s Report – March
31,2011 presented and adopted
Old Business
Jerry reported that the bear
at the ferry terminal has had another coat of Sikkens put on as well as
the sign at the forestry museum. The sign above the front door has been
removed, sanded and the letters painted black to revitalize its look.
Graffiti on the building was
removed by city employees
Jerry has approached the City
regarding new garbage barrels for the WBT this coming year.
As Dan Parsons was not present
no update was available on talks with the Farmers’ Market in regards to
using their storage space and possible installation of the miniature
railway.
New Business
Painting some more machinery
along the WBT. Peter will contact Clint Bevans to see if the Scouts might
be interested in proceeding with this as a project this year.
There is a small amount of
ditching to be done along the WBT. Richard and Hans to look after this
There was a work party along
the WBT on April 9th with the chipper and some saw work.
Special thanks to Brian Crilly for manning the chipper for us.
Meeting Adjourned 7:31 pm …
Next meeting May 10th at the Museum
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Powell River Forestry Museum Society March 8,
2011
Members present: Chet Fee, ,
Jerry Oszust, Gerri Parsons, Lynda Parsons, Dan Parsons, Rob Tanke, Rudi
van Zwaaij, Peter Sansburn, Phil Kemp, Rob Tremblay, Steven James, Richard
Parker
7:27 Meeting called to order
Minutes of October, 2010 were
read and adopted.
Treasurer’s Report – Presented
at AGM
Old Business
Dan Parsons reported that he
has built a “prototype” pedal car for the model gauge railway. He also
found a plastic available for $1/each.
Dan to approach the Farmers’
Market for their approval of the concept of running the railway at their
venue.
We will need to look into our
liability policy, directors’ insurance, and fee structure should we
proceed with the idea.
Rudi reported on the success
of his Fund Raising through corporate donations. $2900 has been raised to
date with more to perhaps come in.
A letter was sent to the
Community Foundation regarding the completion of work on the Trestle
Bridge which involved the installation of expanded on the deck which they
supplied funds for.
Work parties were held on
Nov.13 and Feb.26
Rudi was wondering in anyone
if the walking stick was actually delivered to Robert Lacey
A storage facility may be
available at one of the Quonset Huts at the Farmers’ Market to replace the
present facility at Bill Tuba’s. We will need a letter from the Farmers’
Market Society authorizing to occupy that space.
Rudi purchased a DVD on
Falling
New Business
Rob Tremblay reported on a
large gear possibly for a steam donkey that he found in the bush. He will
supply pictures and a GPS location. The gear is presently stored at TMS.
Rudi presented a list of Goals
for 2011
March 19 is tentatively
scheduled for a work party on the WBT with a chipper and couple of
chainsaws.
Meeting Adjourned 8:40 pm …
Next meeting April 12th
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Powell
River Forestry Museum Society
Annual General Meeting
March 8,
2011
Those present: Chet Fee, Peter Sansburn, Rudi van
Zwaaij, Richard Parker, Gerri Parsons, Phil Kemp, Jerry Oszust, Rob Tanke,
Dan Parsons, Linda Parsons, Rob Tremblay, Steven James
Prior to the meeting being called to order a
moment of silence was observed in memory of long time member Ernie
Strickland who passed away February 18, 2009
Meeting called to order @ 7:06pm
Minutes for the 2010 AGM held March 9, 2010 were
read and adopted.
The treasurer’s report for the year ended
December 31, 2010 was presented. Moved and adopted as read.
The President’s report for the year 2010 was
presented and moved and adopted as read.
Copies of the President’s Report to be forwarded
to members not in attendance
Peter thanked Rudi on behalf of the Society for
his years of service as President
Election of Officers for 2011
President: vacant
Vice President: Dave Florence
Secretary: Peter Sansburn
Treasurer: Rob Tanke
Directors: Chet Fee; Richard Parker; Jerry Oszust;
Rudi Van Zwaaij, Bill mcKay
AGM Adjourned @ 7:25pm
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Powell River Forestry Museum Society
August 12, 2008
Those present: Bill McKay, Peter Sansburn, Jerry Oszust,
Rudi Van Zwaaij, John and Tina Simpson, Clint Bevans , Richard Parker,
Dave Florence.
Meeting called to order @ 7:00pm
Minutes from the July 8, 2008
meeting were read and adopted.
The treasurer’s report to the end
of July/08 was presented and adopted.
New
Business
A donation of $2,000 was received
from RG Lacey. Dave was going to contact and see if he required a receipt
before we forwarded a thank-you note to him.
Raffle Tickets:
$1,000 worth of tickets has so far
been sold.
Volunteer Society:
It was proposed that we join the
Volunteer Society of Powell River in order to access potential future
members. The annual dues are $50/yr. The proposal was adopted.
Art in the Park:
We still need some volunteers to
sell raffle tickets at Art in the Park. Richard and Jerry are on from 12-2
with John and Tina on from 2-4 Saturday. Dave will man the booth on
Sunday.
There also may be a possibility
that we may be able to get Woody Runnells steam locomotive for the
weekend. Dave was looking into that possibility.
Newcomers Event:
Peter will look after booking a
table for the Newcomers evening at the Complex in October.
Seafair:
Thank-you to all who helped out at
the Seafair Weekend. A special thank-you to Ron Hunter for setting up the
carving of the sign.
Winch Sled:
Rudi and Jerry went out to Windsor
Lake to pickup the sled. The sled will be positioned at the north end of
the trail. Jerry and Richard have been working on cleaning up the skeds.
The spot has been prepared for the skeds. Winch will be put into place
once the sled is positioned. Rudi to phone Don Carto to arrange a time.
Museum Sign:
Jerry has purchased the paint and
sealer for the sign. The plan will be paint it as soon as possible with
the good weather.
Odds & Sods:
Jerry supplied us with new legs on
the tables. Thank-you Jerry.
New light switch in the bathroom is
much appreciated.
Remote for the DVD has been located
and works.
Aug.10 a tree came down along the
trail and Rudi took care of it.
We should hear by the middle of
August about our grant application.
Fire Pump/ Dredging Bucket:
These two items have outlived their
usefulness and will be removed from the trail.
Field Trip to Port Alberni:
Day trip to Port Alberni not
feasible with ferry/train times.
Benches:
Plaques should be shipped by
September 8.
Meeting adjourned @ 7:47pm
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Powell River Forestry Museum Society
July 8, 2008
Those present: Chet Fee, Peter Sansburn, Jerry Oszust,
Rudi Van Zwaaij, John and Tina Simpson, Art Mebs, Richard Parker, Ron
Hunter, Dave Florence.
Meeting called to order @ 7:08pm
Minutes from the June 10, 2008
meeting were read and adopted.
The one change being that Goat Lake
Forest Products is supplying the new log for our sign not WFP.
The treasurer’s report to the end
of June/08 was presented and adopted.
New Business
Sea Fair:
The new log will be 16’ long with a
12” face. There was discussion regarding the timing of the Sea Fair
Project. It was decided that the log would be delivered on the Friday and
we will have carving on the Saturday from 11-5pm. Setting up of the ticket
booth will be scheduled for 11am as well.
Rudi mentioned the banner for the
table from Impact Signs and Dave will look into that. It would appear that
there are to be two locomotives (logo) at each end of the banner.
Dave also tried to get a sense of
who would be willing to do coverage during the Sea Fair weekend.
Raffle Tickets:
One of the ideas to promote tickets
is to set up a table near the entrance to the WBT. Ron Hunter and Art Mebs
to give this idea a try and see how it goes.
Fiscal Year:
A motion was made by Dave Florence
and seconded by Jerry Oszust that our year end be changed from February 28
to December 31. It was felt that this would better reflect the reporting
information required on grant applications. Adopted
Work Parties:
There was a work party to hang the
new pictures in the museum, as well as prepare the museum for the summer
opening. A thank-you to Richard Parker for painting over the graffiti that
appeared at the front entrance way.
Ron Hunter mentioned that he knows
someone in the Garnet Rock trailer park who seems to have a large
collection of photos
The Joint Venture this Friday and
hopefully have a decision regarding the installation of the benches and as
to the location of the set of skeds for the A Byrne winch.
Tina is to contact Bill Reid
regarding the acquisition of the bronze plaques for the benches.
Jerry mentioned that he had
received a number of compliments regarding the painting of the machinery
on the trail.
We are looking for a new seat for
the Cat. Jerry thought he might have a lead as to where we might find one.
Jerry hasn’t got around refinishing
the Bear@ the ferry terminal.
Meeting adjourned @ 8:00pm
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Powell River Forestry Museum Society Meeting Minutes:
June 10, 2008
Those present:
Rudi Van Zwaaij, Chet Fee, Jerry Oszust, John and Tina Simpson, Chris
Brighting, Phil Kemp, Richard Parker, Dave
Florence (A/Secretary): Meeting called to order @
7:01pm
Minutes
from the May 13, 2008 meeting were read and adopted.
The treasurer’s report to
the end of May/08 was presented and adopted. Funds available: $6612
Updates
on Business arising from the Minutes
Raffle:
The carving by Peder Norbygard was purchased; Jerry’s
wishing well is in the museum. Dave got the licence and made
tickets/posters. Members took books of 10 tickets ($5/ticket) and a poster
showing the two prizes: the stone carving and the wishing well. Members
are encouraged to also conduct sales from booths at the trail head,
Farmers Market etc nearer to Aug 17, the draw date. More tickets available
at the Museum.
Exterior painting:
Municipal Engineer Don McKinnon arranged for the painting; it was done.
There is already graffiti on the entranceway; Richard will paint it;
ideally the door should be green again.
Trail Artifact Painting:
First PR Scouts spent 60 person-hours painting the grader/bulldozer May 26
and June 2. 1/3 of the Bulldozer painting is still needed; workparty
TBA. Tina will draft thank you letter. Members approved a $100 honorarium
to First PR Scouts.
Trail
Bench Project: Tina Simpson’s application to the
Legion for $1380 for two Don Carto benches was approved. Metal recognition
plaques are required. Rudi will review/approve the sites, get approval
from Walter Paul; and Tina will lead the implementation. Two holes will be
required for the bench anchors; a work party will be called near
installation day. Tina will draft the Thank You letter.
Museum
Log Sign Current plan: Ron Hunter to design
the lettering on the WFP-provided log; members and / or public will carve
the letters in public at Sea Fair as part of our display.
DVD/Video conversion:
Rudi / Data Power continuing on the Steam Donkey /Parsons mill Videos.
Dave purchased the red/white/yellow cable needed for connection; to be
installed next work party.
Andy
Byrne Winch project: Jerry will get an estimate
from Don Carto for transporting the two skids from mile 22 Goat Lake Main
(Windsor Lake) to the trail; the large winch system (similar to the steam
donkey winches) will simply sit on the skids at a location to be selected
on the trail.
New
Business
Mounted
Photograph Project Chet drove to McKenzie from
Quesnel to get the last photo (4’x8’). Members thanked Chet and insisted
that he claim expenses. Members reviewed locations. The others are 3’x4’;
three portrait and three landscape. Dave will email/call members for a
work party June 14.
Summer Operation
Dave reviewed the plan and handed out posters for distribution, and keys
to Chris. The team once again includes Ruth and Joyce, led by Chris
Brighting; dates are June 26 to Sep 1, four hours/day (12:30-4:30).
Volunteers will augment the staff/extend hours for Sea Fair, Art in the
Park, and any other day with an event on the beach expected to draw a
large crowd.
Class visit May 29
Dave Florence and Ernie Strickland hosted Wendy McKinnon’s 18 Grade 1’s
plus parents for an hour. Wendy later sent a draft activity sheet for 5-7
year olds that Dave will finalize.
Japanese Knotwood
Rudi stressed the need to control this weed that is now on the trail. Rudi
will consider a public-awareness sign for the trail, and perhaps a handout
for the museum.
Meeting adjourned @ 8:10pm
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Powell River Forestry Museum Society
May 13, 2008
Those present: Chet Fee, Peter
Sansburn, Jerry Oszust, Rudi Van Zwaaij, Ernie Strickland, John and Tina
Simpson, Art Mebs, Clint Bevans, Chris Brighting,, Phil Kemp, Ken Gordon
Meeting called to order @ 7:04pm
Minutes from the April 8, 2008
meeting were read and adopted.
The treasurer’s report to the end
ofApril/08 was presented and adopted
New
Business
Work Parties
April 13/08 a work party on the
Willingdon Beach Trail was completed.
May 3/08 a follow up work party on
the Willingdon Beach Trail with the chipper was completed.
May 6/08 saw the museum open for
the Spirit Pole/Aboriginal Day and was well attended with 10 classes in to
see the museum. Betty Wilson organizer of the event passed along her
thanks for our participation.
Raffle Carving
Chet and Ron met with Peter Nora
guard of Texada. Chet showed us a piece that they thought was suitable for
the raffle. Some discussion ensued and it seemed we were interested in
using the piece for the raffle. Chet to find out the history of the piece
that could be used for the raffle description.
Jerry has completed the wishing
well for the raffle and it is sitting in the Museum. Thank-you Jerry.
Chet shared with us about a
government forms seminar that he attended and found quite helpful and
insightful.
Correspondence was received by
Rudi from Municipal Engineer Don McKinnon regarding the painting of the
museum. A motion was made that if the museum is not painted by May 31/08
we will be going to The Peak Newspaper.
Georgia Coombs and Eagle Walz to
prepare a display for a kiosk in the museum.
Preparation and painting of the
bulldozer on the trail to take place on May 26 and June 2.
Richard Parker and Jim Gamble to
work on replacing roof on the shovel.
Tina Simpson to look after
submitting application to the Legion for some funding on behalf of the
museum in regards to possible Willingdon Beach Trail improvements.
Rudi shared with us that he had
secured the promise of a new log for the sign outside the museum.
Rudi to contact Ron Hunter to see
if he has ideas to carve out the sign.
Rudi is continuing to work with
Data Power on the Steam Donkey Video. He also mentioned perhaps doing one
on the Parson’s sawmill as well.
Rudi pointed out that there was a
sled along the mainline around Windsor Lake that might be suitable to use
to put the winch that Any Byrne has.
Meeting adjourned @ 8:20pm
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POWELL RIVER FORESTRY MUSEUM
Minutes of Meeting held 7 - 9 p.m.,
May 9, 2000 at the Museum
Those present:
Rudi van Zwaaij, Jim Southern, Gwen Hompoth, Les Shelton, Dave Florence, Jack McCuish,
Cathy McLean, ....
We opened our meeting with Rudi's video on the May 6 Field trip. Much appreciated by
all.
Then Rudi expressed the appreciation of the Society to Les Shelton for his many years
of service, particularly as treasurer, and presented Les with a framed version of the Feb
26 fieldtrip group photo and a copy of "Now you're Logging" by Bud Griffiths.
Old Business
The safety railing for the front steps is now installed. Much thanks to Brian Crilly
The plan for the power outlets for Logger Sports is done. It features outside locked
access. Work will be completed by end May.
Advertising: The museum brochure is still being printed; the colour posters are in
place at the historical museum and tourist bureau; and the Peak's "Discover Powell
River" was reviewed. Our ad and several pages present the museum favourably.
The historical videos that were ordered have arrived. Rudi reported they are all
interesting and effective. At the end of the meeting we reviewed the 9 minute one on
Logging spruce through aircraft production in W.W.II.
Steam Donkey Project
Rudi reported progress on the project at the May 6 fieldtrip.
Meeting Adjourned at 9:00pm
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Minutes of March 8, 2000
Those present:
Jim Southern, Gerri & Charlie Parsons, Brian & Marlene Crilly, Bill McKay, Norm
Evans, Richard Parker, Keith Shillito, Mike Clarke, Les Shelton, Rudi van Zwaaij, Dave
Florence, John Passek, John Lee, Jack McCuish, Bob Rourke
Correspondence
Bill from The Peak
Bank Statement
Letter from J. Kagetsu
Letter from Weyerhaeuser / Advisory meeting
Forest History News Letter
Employee Benefit Plan for Small Firms
2000 Employers Guide & Application form
Treasurers Report
Current YTD
Revenue 4344.31
Expenses 5200.15
Deficit <855.84>
COH 40.59
Cash in Bank
5075.03 5115.60
We opened our meeting with a video on Variable Retention, that explained the new way of
logging that Weyerhaeuser is implementing.
Annual General Meeting for 2000
All executive agreed to stand for the 2000 term in office. Les said he would keep doing
the treasurers books until such time as we get a new treasurer.
President - Rudi van Zwaaij
Vice President - Jim Southern
Treasurer - Les Shelton
Secretary - Marlene Crilly
Directors: Richard Parker, Brian Crilly, John Passek, Charlie Parsons, Bill McKay, Mike
Clarke and Grant Stiebens.
Old Business
A field trip was taken to see the steam donkey, pictures were taken and another meeting
will be held with the steam donkey committee to see what the next step will be. Bob Rourke
mentioned that Claribelle Anderson’s brother Oren Olsen might have information on the
steam donkey.
There are a couple of danger trees to be removed on the Beach Trail. A few alders need
to be removed before the steam donkey is set up. A work party is scheduled for March
25/00.
It was mentioned that signs be placed at each end of the trail before we start falling
the danger trees. Keith was going to look into finding us two signs.
A berm need to be done to secure the slide area.
John Passek will look into getting crushed rock from West Lake for the trail.
Brian to do the hand railing on the stairs at the museum by May 1/00. John said he
would see if he could find materials at the recycle.
A boom boat is being donated to the museum from Weyerhaeuser’s dry land sort.
Keith Shillito and John Lee will look after that.
Steve Bowen made some more examples of logo’s for our consideration.
New Business
Charlie Parsons would like to donate the Steam Hammer at the end of the beach trail to
the McLean Sawmill in Port Alberni. Brian will write to them and see if they are
interested in having the steam hammer in their collection.
Marlene will look into having our meetings advertised on Channel 10 a few week before
the meeting inviting members of the community to attend if they are interested.
Sea Fair mentioned that they would like to upgrade the electrical panel. Brian
suggested they put a power pole behind the stage to better service the far end of the
park.
The Sea Fair committee is changing the lock on the entrance gate to the park.
A letter was read from Tadashi Kagetsu requesting information on his fathers Eikichi
Kagetsu, a Japanese Canadian logger. Brian said he would give the letter to Teedee at the
Historic Museum to see if she had any information.
Earth day would like to know if the Forestry Museum would be interested in
participating at the farmers market April 29/00
Roll on by Able Lives will be on the beach trail sometime in May and Gerri mentioned
that she would like to beach trail in good shape for this event.
Charlie and Gerri took a tourist interpretation group through the museum.
We got pictures of the Pulp Mill donated for our collection.
Pictures showing how Stillwater Division, Phillips Arm area blasted a hole in the
mountain for truck to around in so they could make it down the steep hillside. There was
no way a logging truck full of logs could make it down the steep terrain without this
turnaround.
Les mentioned that we should put $4000.00 into a redeemable term as our money
isn’t getting any interest where is stands, everyone agreed. Because Les is moving to
the island he suggested that Rudi and Marlene they should have signing authority on the
cheques.
Meeting Adjourned at 9:00pm
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Powell River Forestry Museum Society
August 12, 2008
Those present: Bill McKay, Peter Sansburn, Jerry Oszust,
Rudi Van Zwaaij, John and Tina Simpson, Clint Bevans , Richard Parker,
Dave Florence.
Meeting called to order @ 7:00pm
Minutes from the July 8, 2008
meeting were read and adopted.
The treasurer’s report to the end
of July/08 was presented and adopted.
New
Business
A donation of $2,000 was received
from RG Lacey. Dave was going to contact and see if he required a receipt
before we forwarded a thank-you note to him.
Raffle Tickets:
$1,000 worth of tickets has so far
been sold.
Volunteer Society:
It was proposed that we join the
Volunteer Society of Powell River in order to access potential future
members. The annual dues are $50/yr. The proposal was adopted.
Art in the Park:
We still need some volunteers to
sell raffle tickets at Art in the Park. Richard and Jerry are on from 12-2
with John and Tina on from 2-4 Saturday. Dave will man the booth on
Sunday.
There also may be a possibility
that we may be able to get Woody Runnells steam locomotive for the
weekend. Dave was looking into that possibility.
Newcomers Event:
Peter will look after booking a
table for the Newcomers evening at the Complex in October.
Seafair:
Thank-you to all who helped out at
the Seafair Weekend. A special thank-you to Ron Hunter for setting up the
carving of the sign.
Winch Sled:
Rudi and Jerry went out to Windsor
Lake to pickup the sled. The sled will be positioned at the north end of
the trail. Jerry and Richard have been working on cleaning up the skeds.
The spot has been prepared for the skeds. Winch will be put into place
once the sled is positioned. Rudi to phone Don Carto to arrange a time.
Museum Sign:
Jerry has purchased the paint and
sealer for the sign. The plan will be paint it as soon as possible with
the good weather.
Odds & Sods:
Jerry supplied us with new legs on
the tables. Thank-you Jerry.
New light switch in the bathroom is
much appreciated.
Remote for the DVD has been located
and works.
Aug.10 a tree came down along the
trail and Rudi took care of it.
We should hear by the middle of
August about our grant application.
Fire Pump/ Dredging Bucket:
These two items have outlived their
usefulness and will be removed from the trail.
Field Trip to Port Alberni:
Day trip to Port Alberni not
feasible with ferry/train times.
Benches:
Plaques should be shipped by
September 8.
Meeting adjourned @ 7:47pm
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Powell River Forestry Museum Society
July 8, 2008
Those present: Chet Fee, Peter Sansburn, Jerry Oszust,
Rudi Van Zwaaij, John and Tina Simpson, Art Mebs, Richard Parker, Ron
Hunter, Dave Florence.
Meeting called to order @ 7:08pm
Minutes from the June 10, 2008
meeting were read and adopted.
The one change being that Goat Lake
Forest Products is supplying the new log for our sign not WFP.
The treasurer’s report to the end
of June/08 was presented and adopted.
New Business
Sea Fair:
The new log will be 16’ long with a
12” face. There was discussion regarding the timing of the Sea Fair
Project. It was decided that the log would be delivered on the Friday and
we will have carving on the Saturday from 11-5pm. Setting up of the ticket
booth will be scheduled for 11am as well.
Rudi mentioned the banner for the
table from Impact Signs and Dave will look into that. It would appear that
there are to be two locomotives (logo) at each end of the banner.
Dave also tried to get a sense of
who would be willing to do coverage during the Sea Fair weekend.
Raffle Tickets:
One of the ideas to promote tickets
is to set up a table near the entrance to the WBT. Ron Hunter and Art Mebs
to give this idea a try and see how it goes.
Fiscal Year:
A motion was made by Dave Florence
and seconded by Jerry Oszust that our year end be changed from February 28
to December 31. It was felt that this would better reflect the reporting
information required on grant applications. Adopted
Work Parties:
There was a work party to hang the
new pictures in the museum, as well as prepare the museum for the summer
opening. A thank-you to Richard Parker for painting over the graffiti that
appeared at the front entrance way.
Ron Hunter mentioned that he knows
someone in the Garnet Rock trailer park who seems to have a large
collection of photos
The Joint Venture this Friday and
hopefully have a decision regarding the installation of the benches and as
to the location of the set of skeds for the A Byrne winch.
Tina is to contact Bill Reid
regarding the acquisition of the bronze plaques for the benches.
Jerry mentioned that he had
received a number of compliments regarding the painting of the machinery
on the trail.
We are looking for a new seat for
the Cat. Jerry thought he might have a lead as to where we might find one.
Jerry hasn’t got around refinishing
the Bear@ the ferry terminal.
Meeting adjourned @ 8:00pm
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Powell River Forestry Museum Society Meeting Minutes:
June 10, 2008
Those present:
Rudi Van Zwaaij, Chet Fee, Jerry Oszust, John and Tina Simpson, Chris
Brighting, Phil Kemp, Richard Parker, Dave
Florence (A/Secretary): Meeting called to order @
7:01pm
Minutes
from the May 13, 2008 meeting were read and adopted.
The treasurer’s report to
the end of May/08 was presented and adopted. Funds available: $6612
Updates
on Business arising from the Minutes
Raffle:
The carving by Peder Norbygard was purchased; Jerry’s
wishing well is in the museum. Dave got the licence and made
tickets/posters. Members took books of 10 tickets ($5/ticket) and a poster
showing the two prizes: the stone carving and the wishing well. Members
are encouraged to also conduct sales from booths at the trail head,
Farmers Market etc nearer to Aug 17, the draw date. More tickets available
at the Museum.
Exterior painting:
Municipal Engineer Don McKinnon arranged for the painting; it was done.
There is already graffiti on the entranceway; Richard will paint it;
ideally the door should be green again.
Trail Artifact Painting:
First PR Scouts spent 60 person-hours painting the grader/bulldozer May 26
and June 2. 1/3 of the Bulldozer painting is still needed; workparty
TBA. Tina will draft thank you letter. Members approved a $100 honorarium
to First PR Scouts.
Trail
Bench Project: Tina Simpson’s application to the
Legion for $1380 for two Don Carto benches was approved. Metal recognition
plaques are required. Rudi will review/approve the sites, get approval
from Walter Paul; and Tina will lead the implementation. Two holes will be
required for the bench anchors; a work party will be called near
installation day. Tina will draft the Thank You letter.
Museum
Log Sign Current plan: Ron Hunter to design
the lettering on the WFP-provided log; members and / or public will carve
the letters in public at Sea Fair as part of our display.
DVD/Video conversion:
Rudi / Data Power continuing on the Steam Donkey /Parsons mill Videos.
Dave purchased the red/white/yellow cable needed for connection; to be
installed next work party.
Andy
Byrne Winch project: Jerry will get an estimate
from Don Carto for transporting the two skids from mile 22 Goat Lake Main
(Windsor Lake) to the trail; the large winch system (similar to the steam
donkey winches) will simply sit on the skids at a location to be selected
on the trail.
New
Business
Mounted
Photograph Project Chet drove to McKenzie from
Quesnel to get the last photo (4’x8’). Members thanked Chet and insisted
that he claim expenses. Members reviewed locations. The others are 3’x4’;
three portrait and three landscape. Dave will email/call members for a
work party June 14.
Summer Operation
Dave reviewed the plan and handed out posters for distribution, and keys
to Chris. The team once again includes Ruth and Joyce, led by Chris
Brighting; dates are June 26 to Sep 1, four hours/day (12:30-4:30).
Volunteers will augment the staff/extend hours for Sea Fair, Art in the
Park, and any other day with an event on the beach expected to draw a
large crowd.
Class visit May 29
Dave Florence and Ernie Strickland hosted Wendy McKinnon’s 18 Grade 1’s
plus parents for an hour. Wendy later sent a draft activity sheet for 5-7
year olds that Dave will finalize.
Japanese Knotwood
Rudi stressed the need to control this weed that is now on the trail. Rudi
will consider a public-awareness sign for the trail, and perhaps a handout
for the museum.
Meeting adjourned @ 8:10pm
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Powell River Forestry Museum Society
May 13, 2008
Those present: Chet Fee, Peter
Sansburn, Jerry Oszust, Rudi Van Zwaaij, Ernie Strickland, John and Tina
Simpson, Art Mebs, Clint Bevans, Chris Brighting,, Phil Kemp, Ken Gordon
Meeting called to order @ 7:04pm
Minutes from the April 8, 2008
meeting were read and adopted.
The treasurer’s report to the end
ofApril/08 was presented and adopted
New
Business
Work Parties
April 13/08 a work party on the
Willingdon Beach Trail was completed.
May 3/08 a follow up work party on
the Willingdon Beach Trail with the chipper was completed.
May 6/08 saw the museum open for
the Spirit Pole/Aboriginal Day and was well attended with 10 classes in to
see the museum. Betty Wilson organizer of the event passed along her
thanks for our participation.
Raffle Carving
Chet and Ron met with Peter Nora
guard of Texada. Chet showed us a piece that they thought was suitable for
the raffle. Some discussion ensued and it seemed we were interested in
using the piece for the raffle. Chet to find out the history of the piece
that could be used for the raffle description.
Jerry has completed the wishing
well for the raffle and it is sitting in the Museum. Thank-you Jerry.
Chet shared with us about a
government forms seminar that he attended and found quite helpful and
insightful.
Correspondence was received by
Rudi from Municipal Engineer Don McKinnon regarding the painting of the
museum. A motion was made that if the museum is not painted by May 31/08
we will be going to The Peak Newspaper.
Georgia Coombs and Eagle Walz to
prepare a display for a kiosk in the museum.
Preparation and painting of the
bulldozer on the trail to take place on May 26 and June 2.
Richard Parker and Jim Gamble to
work on replacing roof on the shovel.
Tina Simpson to look after
submitting application to the Legion for some funding on behalf of the
museum in regards to possible Willingdon Beach Trail improvements.
Rudi shared with us that he had
secured the promise of a new log for the sign outside the museum.
Rudi to contact Ron Hunter to see
if he has ideas to carve out the sign.
Rudi is continuing to work with
Data Power on the Steam Donkey Video. He also mentioned perhaps doing one
on the Parson’s sawmill as well.
Rudi pointed out that there was a
sled along the mainline around Windsor Lake that might be suitable to use
to put the winch that Any Byrne has.
Meeting adjourned @ 8:20pm
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POWELL RIVER FORESTRY MUSEUM
Minutes of Meeting held 7 - 9 p.m.,
May 9, 2000 at the Museum
Those present:
Rudi van Zwaaij, Jim Southern, Gwen Hompoth, Les Shelton, Dave Florence, Jack McCuish,
Cathy McLean, ....
We opened our meeting with Rudi's video on the May 6 Field trip. Much appreciated by
all.
Then Rudi expressed the appreciation of the Society to Les Shelton for his many years
of service, particularly as treasurer, and presented Les with a framed version of the Feb
26 fieldtrip group photo and a copy of "Now you're Logging" by Bud Griffiths.
Old Business
The safety railing for the front steps is now installed. Much thanks to Brian Crilly
The plan for the power outlets for Logger Sports is done. It features outside locked
access. Work will be completed by end May.
Advertising: The museum brochure is still being printed; the colour posters are in
place at the historical museum and tourist bureau; and the Peak's "Discover Powell
River" was reviewed. Our ad and several pages present the museum favourably.
The historical videos that were ordered have arrived. Rudi reported they are all
interesting and effective. At the end of the meeting we reviewed the 9 minute one on
Logging spruce through aircraft production in W.W.II.
Steam Donkey Project
Rudi reported progress on the project at the May 6 fieldtrip.
