Stephen Watson concluded his talk at our October meeting with a caution for everyone to be prudent with our power use. He suggested that we know what we use (it can be checked daily online), think about how to become more environmentally aware and never take for granted our power production and transmission. He…
Eight Probus members went on a leisurely walk along the Cable Bay Nature Trail and further to Dodds Narrows on what turned out to be a lovely day, Thursday September 19th. The 4.6km trail is wide and relatively easy, meandering through lush ferns with beautiful old forest towering above. Remnants of a previously planned development are…
The chefs arrived early to heat up their skillets, get the bacon and sausages sizzling and put the coffee on to brew early Friday September 6th. Aside from coffee brewers extraordinaire: Joan Harrison and Beverley Coolican, the kitchen was dominated by men and it ticked like a well-oiled machine. Majorie Cullerne, violinist with the…
Little Qualicum Falls was the site of the August walk and about nine members enjoyed the spectacular scenery of this nearby Provincial Park. The walk snaked back and forth over beautiful, deep gorges carved out by cascading waterfalls, and while enjoying the beauty of the valley, some members found it opportune to get to know…
It was a perfect evening: an incredibly beautiful setting overlooking Nanoose Bay, a strolling musician, and food extraordinaire! The appie table overflowed with delicious offerings (amazing that there were very few duplications from over 40 people) and, thanks to Sylvia Paish, there were fresh oysters on the BBQ. Special thanks to Lee and Joe…
This year’s picnic was blessed with warm and sunny weather, a beautiful location and over sixty high-spirited members who were ready to party! Thanks go to Diane and Hans De Visser, whose backyard was just perfect for the occasion, and to the Social Committee headed by Robert Grose (MC extraordinaire). They came up with challenges –…