GREAT MEADOWS SNO-PARK REMAINS CLOSED TO OVER-SNOW VEHICLE USE

Klamath Falls, Ore. – The Fremont-Winema National Forest would like to remind outdoor enthusiasts that due to low snow levels, the Great Meadows Sno-Park remains closed to over-snow vehicle use. The Sno-Park is located 35 miles west from Klamath Falls, Ore., or 30 miles east from Medford, Ore., on Highway 140.

An over-snow vehicle as defined in the 2005 Travel Management Rule (36 CFR 212, 251, 261, 295) is “ A motor vehicle that is designed for use over the snow and that runs on a track or tracks and/or a ski or skis, while in use over the snow.” These vehicles must be less than 60 inches gross width and less than 1,200 pounds dry weight.

“Great Meadows Sno-Park is a restored wetlands area. Over-snow vehicle use when snow levels are low increases the chance of breaking through the snow, becoming stuck and causing ecological damage,” said Michael Boles, Natural Resource Specialist for the Fremont-Winema National Forest. “However, people are still allowed to use this area to enjoy other recreational activities such as snow shoeing and cross country skiing.”

The Forest will make a public announcement opening Great Meadows Sno-Park to over-snow vehicle use when snow levels are deep enough to adequately protect ecological resources.

The Forest would like to remind the public that a Sno-Park permit is necessary, and must be appropriately displayed, to use the Great Meadows Sno-Park. Seasonal permits are on sale for $25, three day permits for $9 or day use permits for $4. Resorts, sporting goods stores and other retail outlets may charge an additional service fee for each permit they sell. Permits can be purchased at the following locations:

Parkers Rod and Gun, 7364 South 6th Street, Klamath Falls, Ore., 541-883-3726 Oregon Department of Motor Vehicles,1909 Austin Street, Klamath Falls, Ore., 541-883-5720 Lake of the Woods Resort, 541-949-8300 or Toll Free 866-201-4194

For more information, contact the Klamath Ranger District at 2819 Dahlia Street, Klamath Falls, Ore., by calling 541-883-3400

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Local Gardening by Joan Rowe

Winter Entertainment? Try Mail Order Catalogs

I have been pouring over garden (and other) mail order catalogs for years. For 30 years at Lake Tahoe and now for almost 4 years in Chiloquin, I have lived where the closest nursery was 30 miles away, closed in the winter, and didn’t have the variety of plants that I coveted anyway. Used to be that I read them all, but after all this time I’ve become a bit more selective, though there are still a few that I read just because they are so pretty. And I do prefer print catalogs to the internet for a cozy winter night’s entertainment, but now I use the web to research any interesting possibilities and then place the order on the web.

Shopping for our Chiloquin climate is a bit of a challenge. We don’t really fit the definition of Pacific Northwest, though that is where we are. It’s always assumed that it’s a moist, overcast, reasonably mild climate, with cool summers—not us! We don’t fit Mountain and Prairie regions because we don’t have the snow cover of the mountainous regions, or the heat of the prairies. We certainly don’t fit Pacific Southwest, which is a pity because I’d love to grow some of those plants. Perhaps Intermountain West covers it, but although we are in there, that region actually extends almost as far south as Mexico, east into Texas, and includes many different climate zones.

I had to stop a lot of the seed catalogs. There are dozens of them. Now I just get the Territorial catalog, because it’s an Oregon company, and has a good variety of seeds. I did get a Totally Tomatoes catalog last week though and couldn’t resist looking through it—which really is ridiculous because we all know how well tomatoes don’t grow here. Ronniger Potato Farm has a fun catalog if you’re into potatoes, which do grow remarkably well here.

One Green World (an Oregon company) and Raintree (a Washington company) sell almost an identical range of plants but I enjoy both their catalogs and can happily pass a couple of hours with one. I have bought a lot of plants from both of them over the years, but once again, got to read carefully because many of their plants are for the Pacific Northwest, and get frozen out by our late spring freezes.

Forest Farm is a gem of a catalog. It’s THICK, and I use it like a reference library. Their nursery is over in Williams, not far from here (though with much milder weather) and they sell thousands of plants. Close by is Goodwin Creek Gardens and in Talent, Siskiyou Rare Plant Nursery, both of which have much thinner catalogs but with some fascinating selections.

High Country Gardens has wonderful plants, but beware—they are Pacific Southwest plants and many will not survive our winters. It is not the cold that does them in, but the wet. Those plants grow in sandy soil that dries out quickly, even in winter. They can’t tolerate our pumice soil that turns into something resembling a quicksand bog in the winter. They also like much hotter summers than we can provide.

For dreaming, I love to peruse Logee’s Tropical Plants, for beauty, Heirloom Roses, for wonderful photos, White Flower Farm, and for bulbs I seem to have settled on John Scheeper’s.

Then there is one that doesn’t have a printed catalog that I like to browse anyway. Wallace W Hansen's Northwest Native Plants has great information on native plants, and a monthly online newsletter that I really enjoy reading.

There are lots more, of course, but these will provide many hours of winter entertainment—happy reading!

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Featured Artists for December at Two Rivers Gallery

The Rocky Point Quilt Guild The Unlikely Quilters Humble beginnings in 2001, in the living room of a Rocky Point newly-retired and newly-transplanted woman, a dozen or so recent retirees and resident ladies gathered when talk turned to “doing stuff” together. Within weeks the declaration emerged that we’d make a quilt, not just any quilt but one commemorating the Crater Lake Centennial. Never mind that only one or two of the group had ever even attempted quilting. The resident artist created a view, shopping and scrap collecting began, and a landscape quilt took form. Raffle tickets went on sale and, in the early fall of 2002, the winner assumed ownership of what we now know was a marginally-competent quilt. Of course that project fueled enthusiasm to have quilt-making and raffling an annual event. Every year since then, a hand-quilted original is completed and funds from the raffle support a project our local fire department chooses. And competence has grown. The drawing for the winner now takes place at the community’s Fall Festival, the 3

rd Sunday of every October, which includes a chili feed, pie and baked

goods sale, and most unique bazaar of hand-made items. While the group has no formal organization (one participant observed all of us had already been to “meeting hell” in our former occupations) and no specific membership, it has grown to encompass a number of goals. Funds support a wide variety of needy causes both in our small community and in the broader population. Drop ins who never come close to a needle visit our Tuesday morning gatherings at the fire hall for chatter and usually some food. It is an everyone welcome arena. About 2 years ago, we also decided to make and give Huggie Quilts to residents who were hospitalized or who had suffered the death of a family member. Last week we delivered quilt number 63. Surprisingly, the little unincorporated community along Highway 140, just east of Lake of the Woods toward Klamath Falls, also has a delightful quilt shop. Jeannie Edwards at Quilting Sisters bustles around in the building behind her home on Rocky Point Road, helping anybody who drops in sew their projects or select fabric for planned projects. She carries over 2,000 bolts of quality fabric, and her unselfish support for our quilt group has been invaluable in many ways. So this little coalition of friends, who happen to be addicted to quilting, accomplishes a tremendous amount in their own unorganized way, both for themselves and others. Anybody is most welcome to join in Tuesday mornings between 9 and noon for sessions at the fire hall, take a field trip to Quilting Sisters (541 356-2218), or be a part of our Fall Festival (October 17

th 10:30 – 2:30) also at the fire hall. There aren’t

really any officers, but you may contact Julie (541 356-2550), Diane (541 356-0909), or Mata (541 356-2236) if you’d like more information, or just visit with a fellow quilter.

Regardless of their beginnings the Quilters now produce a wonderful assortment of items, any of which would make a great gift. Be sure to stop by and see their work at Two Rivers Gallery, 140 So. 1st St, open Monday-Saturday, 11 AM to 4 PM. 541-783-3326

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Chiloquin Food Pantry News

The Food Pantry would like to borrow a keyboard for the December 15 Holiday celebration. If you have one to lend, please contact awomancalledSam@hotmail.com

Chiloquin Food Pantry Holiday Dinner

Kla-mo-ya Casino has sponsored a Holiday Meal for our supporters, clients and the community, to be held Wednesday December 15, from 5pm to 6.30pm, at the Food Pantry in town. We hope you will join us by coming for this free meal and invite you to bring one or two non-perishable food items or a donation, for the Chiloquin Food Pantry. There are volunteers to decorate, cook and set up but, as is often the case, there is a severe lack volunteers for serving and clean up. Please consider signing up to help in these much needed areas. Contact: awomancalledSam@hotmail.com

We appreciate Kla-mo-ya’s support of this event. Chiloquin Care Program is an Equal Opportunity Provider

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FREMONT-WINEMA NATIONAL FOREST’S CHRISTMAS TREE PERMITS ON SALE

Klamath Falls, Ore. – Permits to cut Christmas trees on the Fremont-Winema National Forest will go on sale beginning November 22 through December 24 at all Forest offices and several commercial outlets.

Christmas tree permits cost $5 and are nonrefundable. Each permit is valid for the cutting of one tree. The Christmas tree permit must be validated by completely removing month, date and year; securely attaching it to the tree trunk between the limbs; and must be visible during transportation.

Cutting areas are located on Fremont-Winema National Forest’s lands in Klamath and Lake counties. The permit does not authorize cutting on private, state or other federal lands. Christmas trees also cannot be harvested in wilderness areas, campgrounds, developed recreation areas or tree plantations.

Be aware that some parking areas on the Fremont-Winema National Forest require a Sno-Park permit from the State of Oregon. Also look for posted signs that close certain Forest Service roads in Klamath County to motor vehicle traffic and designate them as snowmobile trails.

The U.S. Forest Service Christmas Tree program is designed for families, businesses and institutions wishing to cut their own trees for decorating.

“Keep your family and your own safety in mind as you head out to look for a Christmas tree on national forest lands,” said Ken Borchert, Timber Program Manager. “Dress warmly and carry a forest map, snacks and water. Also make sure relatives or friends know where you are going and when to expect you to return.”

Getting your tree early before the snow falls usually means better access on forest roads. High-clearance, 4-wheel drive vehicles and traction devices are recommended when driving on mountain roads at this time of year. Leave early in the day to allow for maximum daylight. Be prepared for unpredictable weather and check with local Forest Service offices for forest road conditions before leaving.

Christmas tree permits for the Fremont-Winema National Forest are available locally at the following locations: There are also locations in Bly, Chemult, Lakeview, Bonanza and Klamath Falls.

FOREST OFFICES ADRRESS PHONE NUMBER

HOURS OF OPERATIONS

Chiloquin Ranger District 38500 Hwy 97 N Chiloquin, OR

(541) 783-4001 Monday – Friday 7:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas

COMMERCIAL VENDORS

ADDRESS PHONE NUMBER HOURS OF OPERATIONS

Kircher’s Hardware 117 First St. Chiloquin, OR

(541) 783-2239 Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Saturday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Closed Sunday

Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas

Fort Klamath General Store

52608 Hwy 62 Fort Klamath, OR

(541) 381-2263 Monday – Sunday 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas

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BLM Christmas Tree Permit Sales Klamath Falls, Ore. – The Bureau of Land Management’s (BLM) Klamath Falls Resource Area will sell personal-use Christmas tree permits November 22 through December 23. Permits are $5 per tree and may be purchased at 2795 Anderson Ave., Building 25, in Klamath Falls. Office hours are 7:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Maps identifying tree-cutting areas will be provided at the time of purchase. Every household is eligible to buy a maximum of two permits, each good for the harvest of one tree. Permits are non-refundable, authorized for use only on BLM-managed lands and may not be transferred to another party. Each permit must be validated prior to transporting a freshly cut tree and securely attached to the tree trunk in a visible location. The BLM makes the following safety recommendations to Christmas tree cutters:

Check local weather conditions before leaving home and delay your trip if a winter storm is imminent.

Notify friends or relatives of where you are going and when you expect to return, as cell phone coverage is unreliable in the mountains.

Set out early in the day to allow for adequate time to locate a tree. Recognize the limits of your vehicle when accessing cutting areas. Carry proper traction devices for your vehicle and use them when appropriate. Have a full tank of gas in your vehicle. Take needed equipment (saw, shovel, tarp, etc.). Bring sufficient clothing to be able to adjust to unpredictable weather conditions. Carry emergency food and water. Make sure your cut tree is well watered throughout the holiday season.

For more information about BLM Christmas tree permits, please call (541)883-6916. About the BLM: The BLM manages 245 million acres of public land known as the National System of Public Lands. The lands are primarily located in 12 Western states, including 75 million acres in Alaska. With a budget of about $1 billion, the bureau also administers 700 million acres of sub-surface mineral estate throughout the nation. The BLM’s multiple-use mission is to sustain the health and productivity of the public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.

The Blessing Pot We deliver to sick and elderly people in the Chiloquin area. If you know someone who would like our help in the immediate area (Chiloquin, Woodland Park, Oregon Shores or Highway 97) please contact Norma Wilder at 541-783-2140 or 541-281-1947

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Through Dec. 18 – 125 S. 6th St., Holiday Gift Shop. Food donations accepted. Lots of local vendors with handmade items. Through Dec.19 – Klamath Art Gallery Holiday Showcase, 120 Riverside Drive. Wednesday through Monday, noon – 4 PM

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A USFS news release implied Lake of the Woods is closed for the winter. That’s true for the campgrounds, but the marina is going strong on weekends, with cabins available and great food, satellite television and free WiFi. Check out their website for specials. Fish Lake Resort is also open weekends, serving hearty meals and good conversation with Deb & Jim. Solar Café winter hours are Friday pizza night 5 – 8 PM, Sunday breakfast & lunch 9 AM – 1 PM.

33nd Annual Sagebrush Rendezvous Art Exhibit and Wine Tasting January 29-30, 2011, Running Y Convention Center Klamath Falls, OR. 97601 This is the third year the Exchange Club of Klamath Falls has assumed the formal responsibilities and is continuing the same excellent venue of the Sagebrush Rendezvous that Wayne Snoozy directed for the 30 years. In its 33

rd year, we are expanding the original theme to include all genres of art, more regional

artists to personally show their works, a beer tasting on Saturday, and a quick draw contest on Saturday.

The program has greatly benefited the following: American Cancer Society Klamath Falls Special Olympics Klamath Hospice Other Exchange Club projects.

Raising over $350,000 for these charities.

SCHEDULE Saturday Sunday

10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Art Show 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Art Show 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Beer tasting event 2 p.m.-5 p.m. Wine Tasting Event

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It is likely, that if you are the victim of a crime, that the Sheriff’s Department will not respond. This is because the Sheriff’s Department is underfunded and understaffed, and not able to respond to crimes unless lives are in danger. But still, crimes need to be reported! They need to be tracked, and sometimes patterns can be figured out that might help apprehend a criminal. Crimes can be reported immediately online, and it is possible to get a print out of your report to have on hand. The direct link to the online reporting feature is http://report.citizenserviceportal.com/Report.aspx?agency=kcso

How to get Food Items If you need commodities and think that you might be eligible to receive foods at the Food Pantry, please drop by on the 4th Wednesday of the month between 10 am and 1pm to sign up. We are here to help those in our community who are struggling financially and although our supplies are limited, we want to help those who need help. How to Donate Food Items or Money If you wish to donate foods to the Pantry we are happy to accept them. Food Barrels are at The Table Restaurant and other places in town and there are a number of labeled jars in the stores in town, for you to make a monetary donation. How to Donate Produce If you have an over-abundance of produce in your garden, we would like you to drop them by the Food Pantry, opposite Kirchers on the Monday before the 4th Wednesday in the month between 1PM and 2PM or on the 4th Wednesday in the month at 9.30 AM. All items are very gratefully received and distributed. How to Volunteer at the Food Bank Volunteering Volunteers are always needed to assist with stacking commodities coming from Klamath Falls on the Monday before the 4th Wednesday in the month at 1.30pm for approximately 1 hour, and on the 4th Wednesday of the month between 9.30 am and 1 pm. Please join us to be part of this active group of helpers on whom we depend for the success of the Chiloquin Food Pantry. For more information call Gary – 541-891-6168 or Tabitha – 541-891-6159

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ChiloQuilters Meet on Thursdays from 11:00 AM into the afternoon at Two Rivers Gallery; hours are flexible. A sack lunch is recommended since meetings usually extend into mid-afternoon. Everyone interested in quilting is welcome! For more information, contact Linda Wood (541-783-3879) or Morna Bastian (541-783-2542 or jnmbastian@centurytel.net). Linus Quilters meet the last Friday of the month from 11:00 AM into the afternoon, at Two Rivers Gallery

Exercise Class – NO CHARGE Donations to CVIP gratefully accepted and not required.

Improve Flexibility, Strength & Balance

Mondays and Wednesdays at the Chiloquin Community Center.

10am for the Winter schedule - October 1st

- April 30th

9am for the Summer schedule - May 1

st – September 30

th

Come to the large “Community Room” about 5 minutes before the scheduled start time.

Sandi Selk leads gentle exercise of stretching/strength/balance for everyone 50-something and over - no matter your health, fitness level or weight. Over time you will notice increased flexibility and balance from the easy stretching, strength and endurance movements. Bring water. Wear stretchy clothes & supportive, comfy shoes. No equipment is required. You may bring a non-slip type of exercise mat, hand weights and a soft fabric belt. Contact Sandi if you need more information. 541.783.2770

Alcoholics Anonymous Meets every Tuesday evening from 6:00 to 7:30 PM, in the basement of the Methodist Church overlooking the park and two blocks east of the ambulance building. For further information on meetings in Chiloquin, Sprague River and Fort Klamath, you may call Dennis P. at (541 )553-3199 or for the AA Hotline, call the Klamath-Lake Intergroup Office in Klamath Falls at 541-883-4970

New Day Bible Study Tuesday Mornings, 10am to 11am at The Table, Chiloquin ALL WELCOME

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Woodland Park Special Road District

The road serves about 87 homes in the area between Chiloquin and Collier State Park. Meets the 2nd

Monday of every month at 6:00 PM at the Community Center.

High Desert Trail Riders Back Country Horsemen

2nd Tuesday of the month at Elmer’s Restaurant on South 6th Street, Klamath Falls, 6:30 PM. Come earlier to eat and greet. Meetings include guest speakers on various subjects. If you want to help save our trails & campsites, come see what we are about. Trail rides, work projects & camaraderie as well as lots of good people and good times. For more information see our website at www.HDTRBCH.org

Neighborhood Watch – Chiloquin District

will be meeting on a quarterly basis from now on. The first quarterly meeting will be held on the 3rd Thursday in January at 6:30 PM in the Community Center. 783-3798 (Jim Rickman).

Neighborhood Watch – Agency Lake

President - Kathie Longbrake at 783-3013 or Secretary - Liz Matuk at 783-3921.

Central County Community Action Team

(CATeam) – 1st Thursday of March, April, May, June, September, October and November at 6:30 PM at the

Chiloquin Community Center. This is open to anyone living in the area.

Chiloquin Book Club

4th Thursday of every month at 1:30 PM – Chiloquin Library.

Friends of the Chiloquin Library

1st Wednesday of every month in the library conference room. April through October – 9:00 AM, and November through March – 10:00 AM. All are welcome!

Family and Community Education

(FCE) meets the 2nd Wednesday of every month at the Chiloquin Christian Center (formerly A.O.G.) in Chiloquin. For up to date information or change of locations, contact Sandie at 892-2336.

TRVA Board of Directors

3rd Wednesday of every month at 11:00 AM. (Two Rivers Village Arts has a gallery and workrooms in the Chiloquin Community Center. Artists and other interested folks are encouraged to join. Contact: 783-3326.)

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Sheriff’s Citizen Advisory Committee

3rd

Thursday of every month from 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM at the Chiloquin Fire Station. All area residents are invited to attend.

Chiloquin Vector Control District Board of Trustees

3rd Thursday of every month at 6:30 PM, City Hall.

Chiloquin Planning Commission

meetings are held on the 2nd Thursday of every month at 6:30 PM, Chiloquin City Hall on 2nd Street.

Chiloquin City Council

meetings held on the 2nd

Monday and 4th

Tuesday of every month at 6:30 PM, Chiloquin City Hall on 2nd

Street.

Volunteer Fire Fighters – "What if you had an emergency and no one came?” Become a Volunteer Firefighter! 783-3860.

Volunteer Ambulance Service - 783-3131

Two Rivers Gallery: The gallery, which is a community project and has no paid employees, is seeking people to “gallery sit”. This involves talking to people who stop by to browse and shop. You do not need to be an artist, but if you are, gallery hours reduce the amount of your commission. Any time at all that you can donate to us will be very much appreciated. Contact the Gallery @ 783-3326.

Sage Community School – Sage Community School is looking for community volunteers interested in assisting Sage Community School. If you are interested in offering your services as a volunteer in any way, please contact Wendy Kincaid at 783-7743.

Chiloquin Curios - local art and crafts retail in need of volunteers, from a couple of hours to a full day. Meet people, learn the trade - join a group of fun people! Call 541-591-6099 for details.

Klamath Humane Society – volunteers needed at the Humane Society. We are getting started on our disaster program and need volunteers in the Chiloquin area. We also are looking for people who can write grants. Foster homes for dogs and cats are always needed. For more information, contact the shelter at 882-1119 or e-mail staff@klamathhumanesociety.com.

Start Making A Reader Today (SMART) – a statewide program working with children K-3 during school hours. Each volunteer works one-on-one with a child for ½ hour, helping them read (or reading to the youngest). We always need volunteers, whether scheduled every week or merely as a substitute reader when the regular reader is unable to attend. Call the above numbers for an application or fill out an on-

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line application at www.getsmartoregon.org. It will be the most rewarding hour you ever volunteer! Contact the SMART office at 273-2424 or the Chiloquin Elementary School at 783-2338.

Neighborhood Watch, Chiloquin District – 783-3798 (Jim Rickman)

Neighborhood Watch – Agency Lake

President - Kathie Longbrake at 783-3013 or Secretary - Liz Matuk at 783-3921.

Chiloquin Branch Library - The library has many ways to get involved and many fun ways to contribute to your local community. Some opportunities:

1. Storytime: If you would like to read two or three stories to a small group or preschoolers, and lead them in a simple craft or activity, the library staff can use your help. Story time is at 12:30 PM on Thursday afternoons during the school year.

2. Summer Reading Program: There are many opportunities during the summer to help out with this very worthwhile program.

3. Honor collections: these are racks of paperback books, magazines and audiovisual materials that patrons may check out without a library card. By offering these collections, more people in the community can be reached and a greater diversity of materials can be made available without incurring the costs of cataloging and processing items for the general collections. The staff would like to have some help in keeping these racks orderly, attractive and relevant. Check with the librarian for information on how to “adopt a rack”.

4. Help with sorting donations.

5. Go through Books for Sale section and tidy it once a month or so.

Stop in at the library and see what they need or give them a call at 783-3315.

Chiloquin Visions in Progress (CVIP)

CVIP operates the Chiloquin Community Center and the Chiloquin Learns After School program, and is the contact point for the Chiloquin Area Community Resource Committees and their projects. We have a volunteer list in the office where you can sign up to be available for many different “jobs” and projects. Call 783-7780 between 10 AM and 2 PM weekdays for further information.

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