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Show Messenger-Enterpris- Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation strives to balance elk herd The mission of the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation (RMEF) is to raise funds for the direct benefit of elk, other wildlife and their habitat. These funds are used for many on the ground" projects including habitat enhancement and research, acquisition management and conservation education programs. The Elk Foundation has been steadily proving that factions with opposing beliefs can come to the table with respect and reason and form strong, if unlikely partnerships. Words and good intent no longer suffice," said Terry Lee It takes Larsen, money now, money to find habitat, money to measure it, money to protect it and of course, money to raise those monies." The mission of the Skyline Chapter of the Elk Foundation, located in Sanpete, is to parallel the national theme. However, Handicapped Children, Inc., which has its headquarters in Manti, will offer an expanded program this summer, Bill Peterson, Palisade Handicapped president, told the County Commission Tuesday. He said the foundation will sponsor four camps for the handicapped: a mountain rendezvous at Snow Canyon, near St. George, May 2; camps at Palisade State Park June 20 and 27, and a camp at Seven Peaks Water Park on Aug. 29. Last summers camps served around 700 of the handicapped, Mr. Peterson said. The financial statement he furnished the Commission showed a total income of$ 1 1,096. Not many according to the habitat available. We enjoy a multiple use style of management program on our public lands. Simply this means room for cattle and sheep, room for logging and industry, room for sportsmen, photographers, artists and recreation of many kinds. However, we must find the balance that protects all wildlife in their natural," Mr. Larsen said. On behalf ofRMEF, Skyline Chapter, the committee invites everyone to its first annual banquet and fund raiser to be held at the Utah National Guard Armory in Manti, on Saturday, February 29, 1992 from 5 to 9 p.m. 71. Much of it came in the form of donations by organizations like the Eagles and the Elks. Participation fees amounted to $1,495.00. The Sanpete Commission agreed to again contribute $400. Total expenses amounted to $10, 010.83. The biggest item was $1,829.38 for food. $384.00 was spent on prizes for the talent shows, $982.00 to Palisade State Park for fees, and $300 was spent bringing the White Mountain Indian Show to Palisade. The balance sheet doesnt show one major contribution, Mr. Peterson pointed out: the efforts of many volunteers who help make the handicapped programs go. Notice of Annual Meeting The annual stockholder's Meeting of the Ephraim Irrigation Company will be held in the Ephraim City Hall on Monday, February 10, 1992, at 1:00 p.m. The purposes of the meeting are: 1. To hear the reports. 2. To transact any and all other business that may come before the meeting. 3. To elect two members to the Board of Directors. Ephraim Irrigation Company Jesse Birch, SecretaryTreasurer 30 Public Hearings 1- -4 v The Boy Scouts of America (BSA) celebrates its 82nd birthday with nationwide festivities to be held during annual Scouting Anniversary Week, Feb. A major national focus of the week will be the presentation of the BSAs annual Report to the Nation" to President Bush and members of the Congress. Both adult and youth members of Scouting will take part in several days of meetings with 2-- 8. will 1 federal officials and military Scouts of America was founded, Scouting has provided millions of young people with values and experiences needed to meet the challenges of the future. leaders. Locally, the Utah National Parks Council will be kicking off a year long promotion campaign featuring community leaders in a series of ads endorsing The Scouting movement originated in Great Britain in 1907. Two years later, William Boyce, a Chicago publisher traveling in London, became lost in a London fog. A young boy offered to help and led him to his destination. When Boyce thanked the boy for his graciousness, the boy explained that as a Boy Scout, it was his duty to help others, and declined a tip. Impressed with the boys actions, Boyce met with Britains Boy Scout founder, Robert Baden-Poweland laid the groundwork to bring the Scouting program to the United States. With the help of Baden Powell, Ernest Thompson Seton, Daniel Carter Beard and James E. West, Boyce established the Boy Scouts ofAmerica on Feb. 8, Scouting, participating in a report to the Governor on Feb. 6 and a Scout Expo at the University Mall in Orem, Scout Executive, Rees A Falkner reported. Our 82nd anniversary is the perfect time for everyone in the Provo area to commemorate the proud history andbenefits of Scouting," Falkner said. Since the Boy Entertainers Guild holds first meeting The Bend North Entertainers Guild held its first official meeting January 17, 1992. The Guild has been serving the community over five years with a melodrama every July as part of Fairview Pioneer Days. This past holiday season the group expanded its theatrical talents with a Christmas production of family-oriente- d a serious nature. Recently Fairview Museum ofl listory and Arts adopted the performing group, allowing them a rehearsal place and some storage space. This gave the Guild the status as a organization. The need of official was recognized and North Bend Entertainers Guild held its first open membership meeting. New officers were nominated and placed into new roles. The title non-prof- it By-La- l, of chairman went to Eddy Jean Coates, the secretary is Richard Green and the new historian is Nancy Miner. Plans are underway for the annual 24th of July production and a rehearsal schedule is soon to follow. Anyone interested in joiningNorth Bend Entertainers Guild can contact Eddy Jean Coates at 427-376- Dont Richard the nations largest youth development organizations. More than 88 million young people have been involved in Scouting since the Scouts first began in 1910. The Utah National Parks Council is one of four in the state of Utah and serves the central and southern portions of the State. Falkner reports that young men registered in Scouting in his Council now exceeds 49,000. Last year, he said, 1,610 Eagles were awarded in this Council alone, indicating how strong Scouting is in the State. Each Monday Each Tuesday North of 1st South South of I st South Except ... President's Day Feb. 17 North side Tuesday, 18th -- South side, Wed., 19th Memorial Day North side - Tuesday, 26th South side, Wed., 27th Labor Day Sept. 7 Ephraim Postmaster advises said occasion with special ceremonies and recommitment to the Cub Scout Promise, Boy Scout Oath, and Explorer Code. With more than 4.3 million youth members and more than 1.5 million adult volunteers, the Boy Scouts of America is one of Citizens! Trash Collection 1992 Schedule! 5. There is a great need for new members. Not only are young and old actors encouraged to participate, but also anyone interested in supporting other aspects of the productions. Directors, stage crew, lights, sound, prompters, cooks, typists are always needed for each new theatrical performance. The Guild does not hold auditions for the theatrical events. Any inspired performer is welcome to join in the fun! - the country marking the Notice to Manti mail candy in letters, Some people like to include candy hearts with the flirty sayings in their Valentine cards. But if you put that card in the mail, you wont be doing yourself, your sweetheart or the post office a favor We have a problem every February with candy getting caught in the equipment that postmarks and sorts letters," 1910. This date is now recognized as Anniversary Day, with members of the BSA across ' May 25 Columbus Day Oct. 12 candy heart or any other small make item with your card sure that card is put in a padded bag," concluded the postmaster. - North side - Tuesday, 8th South side. Wed., 9th North side Tuesday, 13th -- South side, Wed., 14th Zabriskie, Postmaster of Ephraim. The machines are extremely high speed and handle about 30,000 letters an hour, said Mr. Zabriskie. When a letter going that fast enters our equipment, and it has a piece of candy in it, its as if the candy was hit with a hammer. Candy flies everywhere, pieces ofit get stuck in our equipment, and the mail can get torn. Actually," conduct public hearings to consider an application to the Community Impact Board (CIB) for funds to upgrade fire protection throughout Sanpete County. Public comment is requested on the plan which includes training, equipment, and buildings as well as installation of "91 Emergency" services in the county. The hearings will begin at 7:00 p.m. on February 2, 992 and will be held at each of the following locations: 1 can boast of eternal youth, but, one senior is as young today as when it was founded in 1910. each chapter has its specific problem areas which require local attention. Our goal is absolutely not to increase the herd size, but rather to balance the herd with acceptable bull to cow rations Sanpete County Fire Districts, Page 8 Boy Scouts celebrate their 82nd birthday Palisade Handicapped Children Program to offer expanded program Palisade Thursday, February 6, 1992 e, said the postmaster, small items such as candy, jewelry, pens or coins, should never be mailed in regular envelopes. Always use a padded bag instead. If a letter is tom, its patched and sent on its way. But because valentines are often sent as surprises" people dont always put their return address on the envelope. And if the address is tom offbecause of acandy jam," postal employees wont know where to return it. So if you want to include a 1 Mt. Pleasant City Hall, 15 W. Main, Mt. Pleasant. Ftn. Green City hall, 84 S. State, 1 Ftn. Green Gunnison City Hall, 38 W. Center, Gunnison Manti City Auditorium, 50 S. Main, Manti There are no smal The public is encouraged to attend the hearings at the location most convenient to them to comment on the plan, its implementation, how it will affect individuals, and any other comments regarding the project i victories in the fight against heart disease. American Heart Association l 1992 American Heart Assooalw .1 i |