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Show Wednesday, September 3, 2008 Vernal Express mi i Minmn i iiiiii urn n i i - i i r r in iiiiimwiii VCIIIOI OJJ bcii i ii iiiiim i Top Handlers and Tough Sheep Meeker Classic Sheepdog Trials B4 Whistles, shouts, gasps of delight and dismay announce the 22nd annual Meeker Classic Sheepdog Championship Trials in Meeker, CO, September 3-7, 2008, where 124 top dogfaandler teams from Canada, S. Africa and the US compete for the $20,000 purse and other prizes. Spectators and prior Meeker Classic and BCHA finalist teams return year after year. Look for 2004 winners Bev Lambert and Bill, 2005 winners Canadian Scott Glen and Pleat, 2005 finalist final-ist Faansie Basson and Lad of S. Africa, 2005 reserve and frequent finalist, Canadian Amanda Mil-liken Mil-liken and Ethel, among others. Even 2007 judge Peter Gonnet returns from Canada, this time to compete. What is the draw? Scott Glen says " Everyone wants to come to Meeker. It holds prestige." For challenge and purse, says Mil-liken, Mil-liken, "Meeker is the big ticket item in sheepdogdom." For 2006 and 2007 Meeker champ Tom Wilson, it's "the atmosphere, crowd, scenery, great handlers and rough sheep." That's 200 volunteers, many activities, 5000 plus spectators, glorious White River valley, and BLM Seeks Nominations to Utah Advisory Council The Bureau of Land Management Manage-ment in Utah is seeking public nominations for one open position posi-tion in Category Two on its 15-member Resource Advisory Council. Category Two positions are: representatives of nationally nation-ally or regionally recognized environmental organizations, archaeological and historic organizations, or-ganizations, dispersed recreation activities, and wild horse and burro organizations. The Federal Land Policy and Management Act (FLPMA) directs di-rects the Secretary of the Interior to involve the public in planning and issues related to management manage-ment of lands administered by BLM. Individuals may nominate themselves or others to serve on an advisory council. Nominees, who must be residents of Utah, will be judged on the basis of Ipnl&reris Justice Center Golf Scramble "is-, f V i , - Paper boy 12 and ----- f ; i l I newspaper delivery on a City Route to Business Delivery day Must I; Sl .....JM-a...,.if,rt,fm.,.,f n; Emergency & is naving a wneai sale Winter hard white $22.50 60 Spring hard red $23.50 60 Please come & see everything we have to offer at the Preparedness Fair in Jensen Park, Saturday, September 6, starting at 4:00 pm range sheep, fresh from isolated alpine pastures. About those 160 pound ewes, who cause DQd handlers to cry, "We got Meekered! " Peter Gonnet Gon-net explains, "These sheep aren't dog-broke. They make a dog pay for every mistake and make a good dog shine." And the dog? A 35-40 pound Border Collie using innate ability, with occasional commands from the handler, to maneuver a band of feisty ewes over the course. The course showcases skills required of dog and handler on a working ranch - dog locating sheep at a distance, "fetching" them, driving them around obstacles ob-stacles and through gates to the "shedding ring", where dog and handler separate sheep, then pen the rest. No manicured pastures in Meeker. The course is at altitude, alti-tude, over rough terrain. Returning for the 10th year, Art Unsworth of Saskatchewan provides insightful commentary. 1999 Meeker Classic champion, Angie Coker-Sells, a Tecumseh, OK rancher and dog trainer, returns to judge the event. Other activities? There's food, from funnel cakes to fajitas. There're handmade or agricul their training, education, and knowledge of the council's geographical area. Nominees should also demonstrate a commitment com-mitment to consensus building build-ing and collaborative decision making. All nominations must be accompanied by letters of reference from any represented interests or organizations; a completed background information informa-tion nomination form; and any other information that speaks to the nominee's qualifications. Nomination forms are available avail-able from BLM offices and from BLM's website at http:www. blm.govutsten.html. Nominations should be sent by September 8, 2008, to the Bureau of Land Management, Sherry Foot, Special Programs Coordinator, 440 West 200 South, Suite 500, Salt Lake City, Utah, 84101; phone (801) 539-4195. -I Uintah High School students will be gathering donations. If you have any questions please call Tonya at 781-0105 or Joleen at 781-3110 ext. 2658 or girl needed, ages up, for after school i i with parent to drive. is every Wednesday. I be dependable ! I Disaster Prep While Supplies Last Shirlev Parker 789-8903 VernalUTAH's Indian Summer Storytelling Festival September 19 & 20, 2008 Featuring Award-Winning Storytellers Bil Lepp, Motoko, Dovie Thomason, and David Novak Purchase tickets before September 19 and enter our FREE DRAWING for a $150 FAMILY FUN PACKAGE: Two Adult and Two Youth 10-Visit Punch Passes to Uintah Community Center For More Information call: 435.781.3100 ture-related goods at the vendor stalls, and art contestauction entries displayed in the historic Wilbur Barn. There's an Art Social there on Thursday night to announce winners and award $3000 in cash prizes. Inspect the Am. Humane Assn's spectacular 82 ft animal rescue rig used wherever disaster strikes and, by contrast, a restored 19th century sheep wagon. Start Friday-Sunday with pancake breakfasts, then watch saddle-making, weaving, spinning, spin-ning, felting, fly-tying, pottery and painting demonstrations. See servicetherapy dog and stock dog handling demos. Enjoy the FFA petting zoo, the bagpiper. From 5-7 pm Saturday on the Courthouse lawn savor the Lions Club BBQ and Jon Chandler and the Whichitones' unique folk music from 4-10. Jackpot Trials start at the Fairgrounds at 7:00. Sunday noon break features the Scottish Country Dancers of CO and the Wool Growers traditional lamb BBQ. Avoid the crowded entrance Friday-Sunday. Take a free horse-drawn carriage or shuttle from the Courthouse Square to M v Mi) ill ) 4 IFA COUNTRY SQUARE PROJECT Assembled Naples City council members get ready to break ground on the 40-acre IFA Country Square Development in Naples. The project includes a 58,000-square foot ranching and farming retail store at 1100 South 1500 East across from the Naples Cafe. "We will start construction immediately with a projected grand opening date in June or July of 2009," says IFA store manger Tyler Stinson. Dean Baker, Naples City mayor added, "We are excited to have this commercial construction in Naples. We'll have room to grow inside Country Square with an additional nine retail pads." Mayor Baker is Joined, from left, by Craig Blunt, Tyler Stinson, Robert Hall, Jim Garner, Walter Gale, Dale Harrison, Dennis Long, Stan Johnson, Kevin Ralphs, Don Ewell, Dan Nance, Dale Peterson, Jim Harper and Mark Watkins. August 26 2008.... Salt Lake City, Utah ... After a relatively quiet fire season, an increase in human-caused fires is causing concern with Bureau of Land Management (BLM) officials. Officials are asking the public to be extremely careful and remember re-member that the vegetation is dry, and conditions are ripe for active large fires. In the past three days there have been four significant human-caused fires throughout Utah. Although these fires are still under investigation, it is likely that one of the major culprits has been sparks - from vehicles, ATVs, backhoes, target tar-get shooting and other sources. Time is ticking Call 801-975-7781 and get pre-approved over the phone Clayton Homes 3768 So Redwood Rd West Valley Utah Fax: 801-975-7782 Phone: 801-975-7781 , , . -r r-g ' ' ' ' ' - - 1- " '"i f - ' t' - ' - A.f" . i , ' ,i. , . . . - Amanda Milliken and Ethel, from Ontario, Canada, reserve champions in Meeker in 2005, here sorting sort-ing sheep at the 2005 Meeker Classic. They placed seventh at the 2007 U.S.Canadian National Finals. Photo credit T.K., Inc. a ticket booth, then vendor area at the site. On the week end the shuttle also stops at the White River Inn and the Chamber of Commerce on Highway 13 and Circle Park at 5th & Water. Additionally, fires caused by unattended campfires are on the rise. "With fall approaching, it is easy to forget that vegetation has dried out duringthe summer, and wild-land fires are as much a danger dan-ger now as they were earlier in the season," said Sheldon Wim-mer, Wim-mer, fire management officer for Utah BLM. "Currently, we are in an explosive fire situation and need the public to pay more attention at-tention to simple fire prevention rules - especially those related to spark arresters and campfires. Even parking in grasses next to the highway can start a fire." Advanced preparation, clear thinking and wise actions may .'rl rlti) W r Ha Paging Yourself, Leading Others, Unleashing Potential DATE & TIME: September 12-13, 2008 Friday. Sept. 1 2, 1 1 :00 AM - 6:30 PM Saturday, Sept, 13, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM Lunch is served both days LOCATION: Vernal USU building 1 680 West Hwy 40 in Vernal COST: $395 (50 reduction may be available, for qualified businesses call 725-7 1 09) DEADLINE: Please register by September 8, 2008. Tickets sold at the gate or in Meeker at Wendll's or the Chamber Cham-ber of Commerce are $30 for an adult 5-day pass, $15 for ages 8-16. A single day adult pass is $10, age 8-16 $5. Children under ,Mfy. H;u have prevented each of the human-caused fires. Some things the public can remember when camping, hunting, or just out for the day, include: Have a shovel and bucket next to your campfire at all times. Never leave a campfire burning! Install and maintain a spark arrester on ATVs, chainsaws and generators. Clear all grass and weeds 10 feet from any combustion engine, spark or flame - and don't drive or back into dry grasses Carry a fire extinguisher on equipment. Use extreme caution on all outdoor activities. h j'-- " 't I.' f, j ' T i nrriilllnim fl numfiiinin Hi .....mi 1 f"l x ( " ! 8 admitted free daily. Please leave pets at home. Bring lawn chairs, binoculars and sunscreen. For details, call 970.878.0080 or visit www.meekersheepdog.com. r..- V . i -.' Please: Doyourpart. Don't start a wildfire. Any fire that is not the result of lightning is human-caused and may have federal, state or local civil andor criminal statute liability. The penalties of conviction for maliciously or negligently starting a fire can be up to five years of jail time and liability both for the suppression and rehabilitation costs. Federal policy requires that all human-caused human-caused fires on federal lands be investigated and mandates that cost recovery be pursued. Information on and links to specific fires burning in the State of Utah and on fire prevention ideas can be found at www.utah-fireinfo.gov. www.utah-fireinfo.gov. 11 i - ) l, 1 .;V"ii .-. it Uin!tStatc UNIVEHSITY IVanklin('ovy sitv |