The Deka Lake & District Volunteer Fire Department’s (DLDVFD) awards event was held at Interlakes Community Centre (ICC,) on Jan. 12, when eight worthy firefighters were honoured for their long-term loyalty and commitment to the DLDVFD.
Fire Chief Dori Dennison thanked honoured guests, including Cariboo Regional District (CRD) chair Margo Wagner and CRD Area L Director Eric deVries, then ran a comprehensive slide show detailing DLFVFD’s history from early 1982 through to include future plans.
Honoured firefighters receiving medals and/or certificates comprised Founding Member Gary Biro, 40 years; Ted Weight, 30 years; Montana Forster and Alan Boyce, 25 years; Tom Nash and Andrew Karassowitsch, 10 years; and Peter Power and Erik Ibsen (who was unable to attend,) five years.
Dennison also specifically named and thanked several community members who have been instrumental in the success of DLDVFD; after which everyone enjoyed a delicious buffet provided by ICC.
Weather permitting, the DLDVFD Society is ready for its annual Ice-Fishing Derby at Access #12 on Feb. 15. Weigh in from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. All tickets cost $10, which include raffle, derby and door prizes.
Hot chocolate, coffee and hot dogs will be available from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Raffle prizes are $500, $300 and $200 cash. Prizes will be presented at 2:30 p.m.; winners must be present for derby and door prizes. Tickets are available at Donex, Lone Butte Sporting Goods, at Access 12 on derby day; or by texting 250-706-2750.
Due to always varying ice conditions, the DLDVFD recommends that no machines be used on the ice.
Pickleball sessions
Horse Lake Elementary School is now hosting pickleball sessions for Novice/ Intermediate players, on Wednesdays, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.. Note that players should be there by 4:45 p.m. so they can be let in.
The Interlakes Community Centre is also providing two pickleball Beginner sessions: 6 p.m., Monday, Jan. 27; and 12:30 p.m., Friday, Jan. 31. Limited numbers. Regular drop-in fee. Eye protection is recommended and a waiver is required.
Participant numbers are managed through the TeamReach app; the code for the group is InterlakesPB2024. Those wishing to attend may either join the TeamReach group, or email interlakespb@gmail.com to advise them.
Paint & sip
ICC is hosting a “Northern Lights” painting afternoon from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., on Saturday, March 15. The fee of $40 includes one glass of wine. Visit www.emptycanvasparty.ca to reserve your seat.
Outhouse Races
The annual Outhouse Races hosted by the Fishing Highway 24 Tourist Association (FH24) is on Feb. 16 at the Iron Horse Pub in Lone Butte. The 2024 races were almost cancelled, but a lucky snowfall at the very last minute allowed them to run a scaled-back event. Snowgames like throwing the seat and plunger darts will be included this year. The event opens at 10 a.m. with races starting at 11 a.m. The outhouses parade around before races start, and one will be named the overall “best.”
Each team comprises three people and one outhouse, who race to the end of the course. One must be seated and the others—who must change places twice en route—do the push/pulling. Team Categories are Juniors (six to 16 years); women; men/co-ed.
Sign up your team before Feb. 14 ($10), or on race day before 10 a.m. ($15.)
To sign up, or for more info, visit : https://www.fishinghighway24.com/outhouse-races-registration.html
A buffet breakfast and full menu are available from 10 a.m. at The Iron Horse, but they do NOT take reservations, so it’s first come, first served!
Bridge Lake Fair (August)
The Log Cabin Quilters have announced that their Challenge this year is “Canadiana” or “My Home and Native Land.“ You may enter any quilted item no larger than 144 inches in perimeter.
Greetings
Birthday bubbly goes to Linda Farthing, Johann Miller and Alice Rickenbacher.
Calendar
Pickleball at Horse Lake Elementary School AND at ICC: see above.
Yoga at MSCC: 10 a.m., Tuesdays (Prairie) and 6:30 p.m., Tuesdays (Stacey).
Line Dancing at ICC: 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m., Tuesdays.
Crib at MSCC: 7 p.m., Friday, Jan. 24. $4 fee includes drop-in fee.
Fishing Highway 24 Fishing Derby: Saturday, Jan. 25 at Sheridan Lake Resort. Children six to 16, $5. Adults, $10.
Poker at ICC: 6:30 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 25. Play starts 7 p.m. sharp. Buy-in $10 plus $2 for the hall. Info from Jeanne, 250-593-4308.
Cardio at ICC: 9:30 a.m., Sunday, Jan. 26; 9 a.m. Friday, Jan. 31, Feb. 7. Beginners 6 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 4.
Creative Kids at ICC: 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., alternate Mondays: Jan. 27, Feb. 10 & 24. For homeschoolers aged four to 12.
Log Cabin Quilters meet on Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at ICC. Jan. 29, Feb. 12 and 26 are Community Quilting. Feb. 5 and 19 are members only.
Bingo at ICC: 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 9. Cash only. 19+. Doors open at noon.
Deka Ice Fishing Derby: Feb. 15; see above.
Jam Night at MSCC: 7 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 15. $2 drop-in fee
Outhouse Races at Iron Horse Pub: Feb. 16; see above.
