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Show Page 3 Wednesday, Wednesday, August 27, 2003 Cfye Etmes-efo- Nephi, Utah s Report says that forests of the stab are in big trouble By Myrna Trauntvein Times-New- s Correspondent white fir are infected; 15 percent, or about 165,000 acres, of the pine trees in the state carry the beetle; and 3 percent of the Douglas fir and 1 percent of the pinyon pines are infected. The bark beetle is only one of several concerns. Past logging practices, grazing, fire suppression, old trees and forest density are all on the list of contributors to poor A new report on Forest Health in Utah, released by the Utah Division of Forestry, Fire and State Lands, indicates that the forests of the state are in big trouble. The report on Utahs trees calls for more flexibility on behalf of government agencies to deal with forest health forest health. , MISSIONARY Elder Kolby Theron Andersen will return Friday, Aug. 29, 2003 from serving in the Philippines San Pablo Mission for the Church ofJesus Christ of Kolby is a member of the Nephi 7th Ward. He is the son of Kelly and Koye Andersen. His grandparents are Latter-Day-Saint- Seth s. and Arlene McPherson problems. Because of the stress factors of drought, fire and a bark beetle infestation, trees are dying by the millions. The news is significant for those in Juab County, where, in the past year, the number of pinions by the beetle has jumped to 25 percent. The report indicates that only 10 percent of Utahs land base comprises forest. The not good statistics show that within that 10 percent of land area, 90 percent of Utahs forested landscape MISSIONARY Tyrell Ben Orme has recently been called to serve in the Naga, Philippines Mission. His parents are Alden and Lisa Orme of Nephi. His grandparents are Clyde and Darlene Kay of Nephi. His are Herman and Alice Young of Mona. great-grandparen- is currently considered enThese are dangered. problems that are being greatly exacerbated by the drought, said forester Joel .Frandsen, director of the Utah Division of Forestry, Fire and State Lands. The recently-releasedreports states that there is, a moderate to high risk for, catastrophic wildfires in those areas. In addition, approximately 2.2 million acres of forests are rated moderate to highly susceptible to bark and Donna Andersen. (' beetle attack. In the state, MISSIONARY Elder Riley Fox Worwood has been called to serve in the California Santa Rosa Mission. He is a member of the Nephi 1st Ward. His parents are Jill Worwood, and Skip and Danise Worwood. His grandparents are .Ken and . Barbara Beardall of Mona, Ed and Myrle Worwood of Nephi, and Madge Newton of Mona. He will enter the MTC on Sept. 3, 2003. 2nd Ward will hold YW AWARD JaNell Chris-ten- Hamburgers, hot dogs and root beer floats will be provided. There will be games. e or approximately 438,000' acres, of subalpine fir trees are impacted; 34 percent, Stephenson received her Young Womanhood Recognition Award in Sacrament or around 136,000 acres, of Meeting on Aug. 24, 2003. She is a member of the Nephi 4th Ward. The Young Womens presidency has worked locations that have multiple activities that you can enjoy. Tie it together with a theme. With a little effort, picnics can become fun, themed events. Why not try an afternoon tea with your garden as the setting? Decorate patio tables with wicker baskets filled with fresh vegetables or flowers. If youre going to spend the day at the beach, go for a Hawaiian luau theme. Include diligently with JaNell for this award. She helped with the Humanitarian Aid and helped take care of her grandfather. Her parents are Mario and Heidy Stephenson. Her grandparents are Keith and Joyce McCaffery and Denee Stephenson. vantage of the great outdoors when the weather is nice, and hosting a picnic with loved ones is an ideal way to enjoy a sunny day. Two of the keys to making your picnic stand out is to introduce fun and innovative recipes or create a themed event. Your friends and family will appreciate the time and effort you put into making the picnic a truly memorable time. To help get you started, here are a few tips and tricks, plus a recipe, for creating an unforgettable event that is fun for friends and family alike. Pick a perfect place. To select the right location for your picnic, put some thought into whom you are inviting. Is it a special someone or a Perk up your outdoor picnics with a few simple tips Whether youre celebrating a special occasion or simply enjoying the great outdoors, picnics can be a perfect way to bring together friends and family when the weather is warm. And with a little planning and creativity, you can make your outdoor picnic an experience to remember. Everyone loves to take ad- - group outing with friends? If its a romantic date youre planning, take your loved one to an outdoor Shakespeare in the Park festival. If you are planning a group outing with friends, try hitting the local beach or lake to soak up the sun and participate in water activities. The best places to have picnics tend to be menu with items such as roasted pineapple, mahi mahi and other tropical delectables. Decorate your picnic blanket or table with Hawaiian leis and conch shells, and make sure your guests wear grass skirts. If you like firing up the grill, try hosting a Western barbecue picnic with authentic Texas steaks, hamburgers and ribs. Decorate your picnic tables a full-tim- e ment. Tncia says she has noticed a great need for children to find a place to go where they don't have to worry about competing with others " 1 love being able to provide a positive, happy place for children to come dance, while at the same time being able to instill a positive self image says the young artist. Tncia moved to Nephi upon the employment of her husband, Randon, who is the Principal of the 7th&Sth Grade Center. Tncia has 23 years of ballet technique training and performance which began when she was 8 years old At the age of 9. she auditioned for Tulsa (OK) Ballet Theatre's Nutcracker and performed in the production three years She studied the method of ballet at the June Runyon School of Ballet, and it was there she began teaching beginning adult ballet. She also studied ballet in Salt Lake City under Wiliam Chnstensen, co founder of Ballet Cec-che- West and the San Francisco Ballet Company She began teaching children's ballet classes In 1992 and has continued teaching wherever life has taken her Tncia says she has been blessed with a wonderful, supportive husband and five beautiful children BreAnn. Shylo, Caiden, Meisha and Maya She is very much looking forward to having the opportunity o i having a positively great ex penence wit h your children luau-inspire- with d Western-theme- beetle attacks. In fact, the bark beetle kills more trees annually than fire. Beetle attacks are a routine occurrence in the forest. In the past, nature has stepped in and, over time, solved the problem. Todays forests have been so altered by fire suppression, grazing and harvesting practices that natures work has been impaired. Merrill Kaufmann, a to research forest ecologist working for the U.S. Forest Services Rocky Mountain Research Station, wrote that studies covering the period Forest density and age class are two more concerns. There are between 10 to 20 times more trees today than are shown on historical records. Some environmental groups think part of the density problem stems from cutting. After World War II the need for wood required extensive cutting practices. The forests that came back Therefore, the report requests that the current National Environmental were denser. Prescribed burns, are one of the preferred methods of foresters for thinning. The use of machinery to remove downed and older trees is Policy Act be revisited and that agencies be granted emergency exemption from the NEPA process so they can have the ability to handle another. Beetles burrow into trees where they then deposit eggs. When the eggs hatch, the young move around the girth of the tree which girdles insect and noxious weed invasions in areas not to exceed 250 acres before those invasions become infestations. oop between 1534 and 1880 show fires were mixed in severity. This created pockets in the forest of from one to 100 acres that allowed for new growth. QDp It appears that recent fires are considerably more severe than occurred his- torically because they create much larger openings, he reported. In three fires examined, crown fires created openings of 2,000 to 7,500 acres. In many cases, noxious and invasive weeds are moving into these large openings and choking off native species. Some cattle rancher groups think that allow cuisine. The main attraction of a picnic is the food. Why not spice up your meal with some 'interesting fare? How about It's time again to join Tonyas Tumbling Boys Ages 3 and Up! & Cheer Classes $15 per month Family rates on 2 or more stu- dents Call Today: an international fest with around the globe? Or if you want to stick to Tonya Kelson the basics, use foods, such as hot dogs, baked ice-col- ready-to-drin- or Whitney Hansen (801) 360-32623-18- 68 d 60 k you will remember for years to come. Girls Beg., Advanced food from beans and apple pie. And dont forget the beverages. Nothing is more refreshing on a warm day than an lemonade or iced tea. To make transporting drinks easier, try a bottled iced tea or lemonade. These simple tips and the can help create a truly fun and festive picnic outing that & Come join the Tumbling Fun!! cen- d terpieces, such as miniature bales of hay or cowboy hats filled with flowers. Plan out your picnic. Make sure you have everything you need before you get to the picnic site. Dont forget important items such as a picnic blanket, napkins, paper plates, utensils, cups, small cutting board and knife, corkscrew, ice, beverages, condiments, trash bags for cleanup, sunscreen, bug repellent and an ice chest. By creating a list and planning ahead, you can ensure a good time for all. Create the quintessential Positvely Ballet! Tncia Lawrence love being a homemaker and taking care of her five children. She also has a great love for ballet and loves to share her talent with others. Tncia or Positively Ballet! plans to begin teaching ballet classes on Thursday, September 3rd in the Old Gym on 100 North. Her quality Russian ballet training will enable her to teach those who are looking for a place to go where they will be able to receive professional, disciplined training and be in a positive environ- percent, or roughly 225,000 acres, of spruce trees are impacted by the bark beetle; 59 percent, family picnic Nephi 2nd Ward will have a family picnic on Thursday, Sept. 4. The outing will begin at 6 p.m. at Orgill Park. Those attending are asked to bring their own dishes. 49 Since 1999, Utah has lost an estimated 1.7 million trees or choke the tree. The end result is that the tree dies. Insecticide spray must be applied to the beetle from the ground, which makes it both expensive and labor intensive. It is true that if the area is small enough, diseased trees can be treated. In most cases, however, the beetle infestation has passed the confines of control by the time all the legal permission to conduct the fight has been issued. ing the forest to be foraged would keep back the growth of weeds and would prevent large scale fires by keeping undergrowth in control. Please call Tncia at for registration. Classes will be taught once a week on Thursdays 623-109- beginning Sept. 3rd Class times are as follows. Twinkle Stars. 3&4 yrs 3 00 to 3 30 p m. Dancing Hearts' 54,6 yrs 2 13 to 3 00 p m. Floating Flowers. yrs 3 30 to 4 15 p m. TeenageBeginmng Adult: 4 30 to 5 30 p m. 0 Fine Family Dinning. Open for Lunch 11 a.m.-- 2 p.m. Monday-Frida- y BUFFET $5.95 Broiled Salomon $5.95 - Crab & Shrimp Melt $4.95 Halibut & Chips $5.95 FRESH-ME- X Open for Dinner 4 Sunday-Saturda- p.m.-lOp.- m. y SEAFOOD BUFFET 1st Friday of the month. Fresh Salmon & Halibut, 21 day aged hand cut Steaks Jumbo Tiger Shimp and much more all prepared with Culinary Expertise. For Reservations call 435-623-09- 59 Appearing at SALT CREEK SPORTS LOUNGE Fridays- - LADIES NIGHT with a Live D.J. No Cover Charge for the Ladies. A private dub far members 9 Saturdays - Live BAND. For more info call 435-999- |