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Show 6 - GUSTY TIMES - JULY 1992 SEIBERT continued from Page 2 whenever you wanted and getting long distance calls from friends were a treat. loved the opportunity to share his gift in music, whether through instruments or singing. The Academy’s policy of counseling the students on a regular The charge of ten dollars a month for two years was well worth it, to have “phones you could depend on, that didn’t go out every time it rained, that basis allows for a more intimate didn’t start hissing at you.” involvement in the lives of the students, and therefore, a more meaningful one. Widening the Loop Road was Dave’s other favorite improvement. A An important change in the Academy’s methods that Dave and narrow dirt road with gullies and barely operable culverts, it was heavily used Bonnie cite is that of allowing more social freedom between the male and female students. Coming out of a rigidly strict separatist position, the staff recognized the effect of alienating some of the students. Dave recognized the effect of such a background on himself. He remembers “not knowing how to mix normally with girls. It was a tension to me . . . .” Bonnie recalls the rigid rules, “We were running a tight ship so we would look good as teach- ers. But the end results were not good.” The school changed its policy to allow more normal social gatherings and meetings for boys and girls. It was a tough transition, with the Academy “getting flack from both sides.” “‘Castle Valley’s going to the dogs,” was one accusation. Bonnie comments, “we may not look so good at the by mining trucks who barrelled along day and night. Dave recalls it as a dangerous road, one that is much safer because of the changes. Bonnie enjoys the neighborliness of the folks who have settled the Valley. They watched the subdivision with breath held because they liked the seclusion. But the warmth and generos- ity of the neighbors has far outweighed the sight of many more lights at night. They both recall the help they received after a fire blackened their home. Dave recalls Jerry Ehlers coming to help paint the trailer which Dave then Having been here for so long, the opportunity to learn to “govern themselves.” Dave and Bonnie cite a much better response from their settlers. “It takes a pioneering spirit,” another’s conversation about trapping and furs. After a number of calls and six boys searching, they were able to find several domestic dogs caught in coyote traps. Without the eavesdrop- ping unavoidable on a party line, Dave would have lost his dog. At the same time Dave cites private phones as one of the best improvements for the Valley. Being able to talk with whoever you wanted accepted to an institute to higher learning are encouraged to apply for Castle Valley’s annual scholarship. Contact John Groo at 7950 before the August T.C. meeting, Aug 5. CEMETERY: The following names have been submitted for our cemetery: “Red Rock Cemetery”, “Castle Valley Cemetery”, “Peace of the Rock", “Oh No Cemetery”, “Mallow Meadows". another. Final decision to be made at Seiberts have seen many people come remember when there was only one other light in the Valley, the old ranch house. Dave shares his story of the party line. His lost dog was recmered thanks to a student overhearing approved and affected owners notified. SCHOLARSHIP AVAILABLE: Grand County High School graduates Choose your favorite or suggest and go. “I admire the grit, the real guts, of people who take the things that they Dave and Bonnie have also seen changes in Castle Valley. They meeting. Don Tuft will try a half mile of a dust control substance with monies previously designated. Correcting the road encroachment where Castle Valley Drive fronts the Town Lot has been everyone,” recalls Bonnie. “Now there are so many new faces.” Despite more people, the warmth of neighbors persists. moment, but we have much better relaxed and casual atmosphere of the Academy. “We’re more relaxed too,” adds Bonnie. Meeting of July I, 1992, 7 pm. ROAD REPORT: Grand County’s taking over Castle Valley Drive was discussed. An additional exit, possibly at Round Mountain, may be necessary. John Groo and Don Tuft will meet with Commissioner Knutson and report next finished that night. “We used to know results down the road.” Letting the children make some mistakes in a fairly safe environment has given them the students (no one needs to be expelled anymore) and from their alumni, who comment on how much they enjoy the Town Councrl Notes have,” Dave says of the Castle Valley adds Bonnie. Yet it is the Seibert’s work ethic, the emphasis on enjoying physical work, a fundamental principle of Dave and Bonnie’s values, that we “pioneers” also need to keep us going. As I leave, arms laden with fresh picked corn and apricots, the fruits of their labor, I reflect on the invaluable message I have been given—about incorporating families’ working the August T.C. meeting. Cemetery plots are $100 and can be purchased through the Grand County Cemetery Board. C.I.B. FUNDS: The $8000 remaining after the creek crossing work will be used to purchase and stockpile culverts. C.I.B. funding ends this summer. UNDERGROUND POWER ORDINANCE: Passed unanimously by the T.C. (See insert in this issue for text.) TOWN LOT: The Town Lot Committee consisting of: Joan Sangree, Jil Kulander, Janie Tuft, Valli Smoose, Wilma Welch, and Cris Coffey will meet with Dean Kildean to plan the lot development. Anyone else interested can call Joan at 5542. ——Joan Sangree together into this pioneering adventure. —Joan Sangree THANKS FOR YOU FINANCIAL CONTRIBUHONS TO THE CASTLE VALLEY 11MES. They have enabled us to put out this newsletter. Ad income helps. of course, but doesn‘t begin to cover our xeroxing expenses. (Eight-page issues are about 40¢ each .) Please give what you can. Address contributions to Times, CVSR 2607, or deliver to any staff member. Thanks, Dave, Sam & Wilma, Jack. Bill, Eric & Lynne, Rob, Joe, Ken & Alice, Jim and Sally, Allen & Alice, and all the rest who chipped in a little extra. Please oontinuelTHANKS FOR YOUR FEEDBACK about CASTLE VALLEY TIMES. We appreciate your suggestions and comments. Please keep letting us know what you want to be reading. —Your loyal, hardworking, volunteer CVT Staff |
