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Show Page 10 The OGDEN VALLEY NEWS Volume I, Issue XI August 1999 5th Anniversary August 27, 28 & 29 1999 Eden Park in Ogden Valley Harvest Moon Balloon FestTM SATURDAY, AUGUST 28, 1999 7:00 a.m. 7:30 a.m. 9:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. 5-10:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. 8:30 p.m. Park Opens Food Booths Breakfast Craft & Vendor Booths Balloon Launch Antique Car Show Live Music & Entertainment All Day Dinner-Sponsored by Eden Park Committee Live Evening Entertainment Evening Balloon Flight Harvest Moon Balloon Glow SUNDAY, AUGUST 29, 1999 7:00 a.m. FRIDAY, AUGUST 27, 1999 Park Opens Breakfast 7:30 a.m. Balloon Launch 7:30-10:30 a.m. Music Craft & Vendor Booths 5:00 p.m. Park Opens for evening Festivities, Food Booths 5-10 p.m. Crafts & Vendors Booths 5-10 p.m. Live Music 6:00 p.m. Fly Over PROCEEDS 6:15 p.m. Balloon Launch WILL GO TO 10:00 p.m. Fireworks BEAUTIFYING EDEN PARK For Information On Booth Space or Sponsoring a Balloon, Please Contact Wendy Hill 745-4510 Carol Guthrie 745-3080 Stop in to Valley Market for all your summer Camping , Fishing & Grocery supplies Year Round Family Fun By Tom Oman This day and age there are so many activities that take our time. A job, church, sports events for the kids, boating, or the occasional camping trips to name only a few of the commitments we make. Think to yourself, what does our family actually do together? Have you ever thought of trying something new that the entire family could participate in year round from the youngest four-year-old to even great-grand parents? I’m talking about a range from just a family fun activity through the toughest competition as an Olympic sport. Archery is a sport that fits the bill. The backyard family shooting range is the ideal place to get started. I know there is interest here in the Valley because I’ve seen the telltale signs of stacked hay bales or the more sophisticated target butts. But I have also noticed that many of them don’t see much use. Considering the pleasure of making the perfect shot, I ask myself, why don’t more families play this game? Has the sport become too expensive, is there just not enough time to take on something new, or are there other reasons? Although archery practice in this state is primarily preparation for the Big Game Archery Seasons, there are many events held throughout the state each and every weekend. Archery seasons have become quite liberal in certain areas of the state but when the weather turns cold many of us move indoors. Yes Indoors! Many local archery clubs offer winter indoor leagues (similar to bowling) where we can keep our arrows flying true and muscles toned. Archery clubs also offer a wide range of knowledge to aid newcomers to the sport. One can obtain assistance on shooting form and technique, and become exposed to practically every piece of equipment on the market. Local pro-shops offer expert instruction to the beginner and experienced archer alike. Many of us remember the classes we took in school, and remember only the bad things like missing the entire target or the dreaded string slap on the forearm. If one learns the correct technique and form, these embarrassing or hurtful experiences become a thing of the past. There are even classes to assist you in becoming a better bowhunter. I hope that you will consider this as a new family activity because it truly is a safe and enjoyable sport. If you would like more information, or an opportunity to try this sport, give me a call. I’ll be happy to help get you started. Hunting season is just around the corner so forgive me if I don’t get back to you right away. Note: Mr. Oman can be reached by calling 745-2820 Donate that Old Ski Equipment to a Charity By Lori Mortensen Donate-A-Ski is a national program that encourages people to donate their used or unwanted ski and snowboard equipment in exchange for a tax deduction. The gear is then donated to the Special Olympics and other charitable organizations for their athletes. Old and unusable equipment can by recycled. Old ski equipment can have many draw backs, especially if it has not been maintained properly. Over time skis can become worn out, bent, rusty and unsafe. This can lead to a bad ski experience on the mountain, whether you are a child or an adult. Maintaining your ski and snowboard equipment is very easy and inexpensive. The ski equipment should be tuned up at least every ten times of use, depending on the snow conditions and how much use the ski and snowboard gets. For most people this is only once a year. Keep in mind that if a ski is in tune, you control it. If it’s not, it will control you, and that’s not a fun feeling. Most importantly, have your ski bindings inspected. A lot of people don’t realize that all ski bindings need to be tested at least once a year. This is to prevent injury, insuring that the individual skiing in the bindings will be released from them at the exact critical moment. We all love “hand-me-downs,” and this is very economical, yet equipment that hasn’t been maintained can make for an unpleasant ski or boarding experience, especially for children. Children can lose interest fast, especially if equipment is not maintained and fitted properly. If they are fitted on equipment that has been taken care of, their ski or board experience will be a good one, and they will enjoy skiing for years to come. Equipment should be well maintained for children and adults. A good tune-up, a good fit and a binding inspection, done by a ski shop by certified techs, is essential to getting out safely and having fun on the slopes. If you need a good excuse to get rid of that old equipment, now is your chance—you can try those new shaped skis everyone is raving about. The benefits of giving up your unwanted ski and snowboard equipment include, getting a tax deduction and knowing you’re supporting the Special Olympics and/ or other charities so they can get equipment for their athletes. Plus, by donating your old equipment, you can get ½ off the price of a Snowbasin discount card and 10% off a Diamond Peak purchase for the up and coming winter season. If you have equipment that is unusable, Diamond Peak can recycle it for you. This program is only good August 27, 28, and 29 at the Harvest Moon Balloon FestTM at the Diamond Peak Booth. For additional information, call Diamond Peak at 745-1010. |
