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	Newsletter \| August 2022 \| www.wildrosebay.bc.ca \|

	Newsletter for August, 2022 Hi Visitor Warm summers, friendly neighbors and kids running free!

	HELLOOOOOOO 2022!! 2022 - THE YEAR OF THE TIGER After two LONG years, we are finally feeling a breath of fresh air ... we can take a deep breath in of the clean crisp air of the Shuswap and exhale with relief that some sense of normalcy is arriving in our daily worlds. We look to be able to travel, have our loved ones with us, and enjoy family vacations once again without restrictions. What a relief! The pandemic has challenged our faith, our values, and asked us to take a hard look at what we hold true in our hearts. For many, the result has been family and community. And here we are! Nestled amongst the beauty and serenity of the Shuswap. Although there have been many global changes and upsets over the last two years, in Wild Rose Bay our collective goal has always been to create and maintain a sense of Community. We are fairly isolated here and as changes within our little Strata take place, we strive to create a sense of unity and safety from the ‘outside’ world. In order for us to continue to live in peaceful coexistence, this newsletter is designed for the purpose of communicating news relevant to our Strata, local Community Events within Eagle Bay and area, as well as educating new and existing Owners of aspects of Strata living, including rules and bylaws. Welcome Back Everyone! The 2022 season has arrived! (photo credit - Wendy Morley) MANAGING THE ELEMENTS OF MOTHER NATURE FIRESMART PROGRAM UPDATE SAVE THIS DATE & MARK YOUR CALENDAR! SATURDAY, JUNE 25, 2022 FireSmart Community Day! We’re receiving another $1000 grant from the CSRD and BC’s FireSmart Program to reduce wildfire hazards. Program members will be on site to guide and help us to reduce wildfire hazards within our community and treat us to a free lunch. (To those who would say "TANSTAAFL", come find out!)
	COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS NEP PROGRAM This last fall, thanks to Dan Guenette and also Marc LaBerge, our AED has moved to its permanent location near the entrance to the boat launch in a new weather proof, heated, insulated cabinet to protect the AED. Mounted on the back of the Notice Board, it will also soon house additional emergency equipment sourced by Barb Dalton who heads our Emergency Preparedness Committee. Thank you to Dan and Marc! Dan also solicited the donation of this cabinet and donated additional time and materials to make this a reality. EAGLE BAY NEWS Our local community hall in Eagle Bay operates entirely on community involvement, their primary source of income is from donated bottles and cans. If you are able, please donate all refundable recyclables to them in order for us to continue to support our local Community. There are many improvements taking place. You can check out the news at: https://eaglebaybc.ca/eagle-bay-news. Our own Tom Dalton serves on the Board of Directors. COVID-19 NEWS Although COVID restrictions are lifting, it’s necessary that we remain aware that our Community is a high traffic location from May until October every year. We ask that you remain cognizant of using appropriate sanitization measures in public areas and ‘Hot Touch” zones such as the bridge to the marina, the playground, and the public washroom. Owners are responsible for supplying their own sanitization materials, as they see fit. BYLAW AWARENESS DID YOU KNOW? A friendly reminder to all Owners that the overall beauty of our Community benefits everyone. It maintains and improves our property values and creates the serenity that we all look forward to achieving when we are here. This includes having well-groomed lots, free of weeds. This is also our Bylaw #2! Solution options for those who are challenged to find someone to maintain their property especially if you're not present for a number of weeks include: Local Residents- contact info for anyone offering their services can be found on the bulletin board located near the entrance to the boat launch, or on our community FaceBook page. Shuswap Property Maintenance (our General Contractor for the Common Areas): 250.803.2138 Dogs must be on leash on all common areas. Please educate your guests who arrive with dogs that it's mandatory that dogs be on leash, and that their ‘poop’ is cleaned up and properly disposed of.

	Social Events None to Report as of press time - suggestions are always welcome - along with folks who want to champion the idea! Social Events have historically helped keep our Community Spirit strong. Please email to councillor@wildrosebay.bc.ca with any suggestions.
	News on the street THE NEWSLETTER TEAM! Do you like to write? Work with images? Do stuff online? Do you like to be part of a small team? Do you like helping out while being nice and warm inside vs wet or cold outside? Do you have a few hours of free time every 5-6 weeks from Spring to Fall? [Are you retired? :-)] The Newsletter team is looking to add someone to help create our Newsletter. Volunteering provides many benefits, including fulfillment, purpose, improving your mental health, and in our case, learning more about our Community. If you are just simply interested to find out more, then email us at newsletter@wildrosebay.bc.ca. HOW TO PROPERLY DISPOSE OF HOUSEHOLD GARBAGE, RECYCLING, AND YARD WASTE MATERIALS The blue garbage dumpsters are for regular household trash ONLY - no cardboard or other bulky items that take up excess room are acceptable. These items should be taken to the appropriate recycling facility Tappen's Skimikin Transfer Station or Salmon Arm or Sorrento. Yard waste (grass clippings, small branches, etc) are NOT to be disposed of in the blue dumpsters. We have an area specifically allocated and signed for this purpose in the upper storage area, beyond the dumpsters, at the end of the next opportunity to turn left. When disposing of yard waste, please dump materials as close to the existing pile as possible so the area can remain ‘compact’ and unobtrusive. AND NEWS JUST IN.... Our Caretaker advises there have been some thefts recently from properties along Eagle Bay Road, often early in the morning. Please ensure valuables are stored securely, especially items like utility trailers that could be easily hooked up.




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