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Leucistic robin near the Wood River Canal this week. Photo by Joan Rowe.

May 13th, 2019. Volume 16, Issue 19

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Call your local fire agency or air authority before you burn

Check the weather forecast

Do Not burn on windy days

Never use gasoline

Make sure your burn pile is completely out

On Saturday May 18, at the Fleet Pride across from the Klamath County Museum, the KlamathBasin Chapter of the Native Plant Society of Oregon will be partnering with the Museum and Klamath County Soil and Water Conservation District to sell a variety of native trees, shrubs, flowers, and grass species. The sale will start at 9 and end at noon, or whenever the plants are gone.

The Klamath Basin Audubon Society's last meeting for the season is onTuesday, May 14th at 6:30 PM at the Fisher Nicholson Realty conference room, 403 Main St. Klamath Falls. Our featured speaker with be Martyn Kenefick, board member of the Asa Wright Nature Centre in Trinidad. His topic will be the wildlife of the Trinidad and Tobago. Having lived in Trinidad since 1999, he is a co-author of the Birds of Trinidad & Tobago Field Guide. Light refreshments, a nature book sale, and election of officers/board for the upcoming year will preceed the meeting. As always, we are in need of donations of nature related books for the book sale fund raiser. Contact any Board member listed at www.klamathaudubon.org for donation information. For those wishing to meet Martyn before the meeting, there is a no-host dinner at the Waffle House at 5 PM. on Tuesday. Also, there will be a Tuesday morning field trip with Martyn, originating at the Running Y Lodge. Contact Gary Vequist, garyvq@gmail.com or Ron Larson, rlarson@ccountry.net for times and itinerary.

Two Rivers Art Gallery is looking for volunteers for a fun camping event: Thursday, Sept 12th through Friday Sept 13th. Cycle Oregon has reached out to Two Rivers Art Gallery & Gift Shop and have asked us to participate in the next Cycle Oregon event at Diamond Lake. We have said "yes" and now need to sign up 30 people to serve breakfast two mornings. The camping is free! The event is fun! and the Gallery prospers, bringing in $2,000. Sign up and help your local Gallery bring in needed income "For The Love of Art and Artists." Thanks! You don't have to camp but that means getting to Diamond lake by 5am with no excuses. I have to have 30 people. If you are camping, you need to come in Wednesday night and stay over Wed, Sept 11th and Thursday, Sept 12th, leaving Friday, Sept 13th. If you want to camp longer, I can see what can be done for you. Please let Judy know asap. Your solid commitment is important! Again, Thanks! Judy Pate Direct Line: 541-783-2428

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DISCOVER KLAMATH SEEKS ORGANIZATIONS Klamath Falls, Oregon: Discover Klamath Visitor and Convention Bureau, in partnership with Two Rivers Art Gallery and Cycle Oregon, will host the Cycle Oregon Classic at Diamond Lake on September 11, 12, and 13, 2019. Discover Klamath has graciously accepted the role of Community Manager and is currently seeking organizations to help assist by filling many roles and various aspects in order to successfully host the Cycle Oregon Classic. These organizations can be, but are not limited to: Church Groups, School Teams, Non-Profits, Service Organizations, and more. The roles vary from table and chair setup, serving meals, rest stop attendants, baggage loading and unloading, beer garden attendants, finish line cheerleaders, and more. Each organization who fulfills a role will be compensated for their services. Commitments must be made no later than May 25, 2019. Cycle Oregon is a nonprofit organization dedicated to transforming individuals and communities through bicycling. Come September, Cycle Oregon is setting off to bring 2,000 cyclists to Crater Lake and the Central Oregon Cascades, riding through colorful communities that welcome visitors like family. In conjunction, Discover Klamath will work with local community partners to secure excursions for Cycle Oregon Classic Cyclists to participate in on Thursday, September 12th. To inquire further about the various roles, how to make a commitment, or are a community partner wanting to offer activities to the cyclists, contact Tonia Ulbricht at Discover Klamath VCB, Tonia@DiscoverKlamath.com or 541.882.1501.

What are you doing Memorial Day weekend? We have some fun kayaking events coming up soon. Why don't you take some time off your busy schedule and come join us? We supply the kayak and gear needed for $50.00 per person or you can bring your own kayak for only $20.00 per person for these guided tours. On Memorial Weekend May 25th, 26th and 27th each day we will kayak down the Williamson River leaving from Collier Memorial State Park near Chiloquin and float down to Chiloquin. About a 3 hour trip. Launch time will be at 1:00 PM each day. For more information and to make a reservation visit: https://skylakeswild.com/guided-tours-%2F-events-1

Hank's Marsh kayak excursion Beginning at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, May 18 exact meeting place to be announced. For more information click on KLLT

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As many of you are aware, the water and environment Warriors recently won a major victory in putting a nail in the coffin of the Jordan Cove-LNG Pipeline this week- when DEQ announced the denial of the permits from the State of Oregon. One of the reasons DEQ denied the Clean Water Act permit for Jordan Cove LNG was the potential for the spilling of toxic wastewater caused by drilling that could happen in the Coos Bay estuary and the over 485 Oregon Waterways this pipeline would travel thru, under and across. Not to mention, the over 40,000 public comments that came pouring into DEQ from people protecting our clean water, air and lands. BUT, this fight is NOT OVER--- we are still in the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Commenting period- which is open till July 5th, 2019! DEQ is with the State, we still need to make our voices loud and clear to the Feds! Please join us for 2 Comment writing sessions: Chiloquin May 15th & Klamath Falls May 16th. *Members of the Klamath Tribes Youth Council, Signal Fire with Tribal Artist Kaila Farrell-Smith, and Rogue Climate will be hosting two workshop writing sessions, we encourage you to attend or put your comment in today. Note: If you cannot attend, you can stop by the Klamath Tribal Headquarters and fill out your comment form and leave it with us to mail in.

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News Release from Oregon State Fire Marshal Posted on FlashAlert: May 6th, 2019 8:26 AM Downloadable file: Defensible_Space_Image_for_Press_Release_May_6_2019.jpg May is Wildfire Awareness Month in Oregon, and federal, state and firefighting agencies are encouraging homeowners to make sure their homes are protected from wildfire. The Oregon Department of Forestry, Oregon Office of State Fire Marshal and Keep Oregon Green, in collaboration with Oregon forest protective associations, the Office of Emergency Management and federal wildland agencies, are taking this opportunity to promote defensible space around homes before fire strikes this summer. “The roof is the most critical part of the house when it comes to wildfire protection,” says Oregon State Fire Marshal Jim Walker. “Embers can collect and ignite on the roof, in gutters and enter unscreened openings around the house. Although non-combustible roofing material is preferred, regardless of the construction, keep roofs, gutters and eaves clear of all leaves, pine needles and other flammable debris.” To reduce the risk, fire officials suggest removing dead vegetation a minimum of 30 feet around your house and other structures. In most cases, trees and healthy plants do not need to be removed. However, trees should be pruned and grass kept short and green to keep fire on the ground and more manageable by fire crews. Maintain a five-foot fire-free area closest to the home using nonflammable landscaping material and fire resistant plants. “Defensible space is a property’s first line of defense against wildfire,” says Oregon Department of Forestry Fire Prevention Coordinator Tom Fields. “Creating and maintaining defensible space around homes can improve your property’s likelihood of surviving a wildfire. Having defensible space also makes it safer for firefighters who may have to defend someone’s home.” Homeowners should also consider access issues for large fire trucks. Long driveways should be at least 12 feet wide, have 10 feet of vegetation clearance from the centerline out, and about 14 feet overhead. Large vehicle turnaround areas are critical for your safety as well as firefighter safety. Should a fire occur near a community, Oregon Office of Emergency Management Director Andrew Phelps encourages residents to be prepared if an evacuation is necessary. “Wildfires can come without warning and move quickly, so residents need to prepare now in case they have to leave their home,” Phelps said. “Make sure to put together a ‘Go Kit,’ register for emergency notification systems in your community, and make a plan where your family will go and how you will stay in contact if evacuated.” It is the homeowner’s responsibility to protect their homes by building defensible space. For more information, visit the websites for the Office of State Fire Marshal, the Office of Emergency Management, Keep Oregon Green and the Oregon Department of Forestry, or call your nearest ODF or forest protective association office. Additional information on preparing for wildfires can be found on the Ready.gov website. ----------------- Contact Office of State Fire Marshal: Rudy Owens, 503-934-8217, office or 971-332-0052, cell Contact Office of Emergency Management: Paula Fasano Negele, 503-378-2127, office or 503-871-8689, cell Contact Oregon Department of Forestry: Tom Fields, 503-945-7440, office or 503-983-8897, cell

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CHILOQUIN LIBRARY PRESENTS

2018 Oscar nominees

MOVIE Rated: R

SATURDAY, MAY 18 AT 2: 00 PM

No one under the age of 18 will be admitted to a Rated R movie without a parent or legal guardian

Actors: Glenn Close, Jonathan Pryce, Max Irons

Director: Björn Runge

A wife questions her life choices as she travels to Stockholm to see her husband receive the

Nobel Prize for Literature.

For more information call Chiloquin Library 541-783-3315

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Online registration is now open! To register visit this page.

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The Friends of the Chiloquin Library will be

selling books and plants during the city wide

yard sale

Saturday June 1st at the Chiloquin Library

from 10-2.

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Lakeview, Ore. – The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Lakeview District will host two National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) workshops. These workshops are free and open to anyone interested in learning more about NEPA, specifically writing substantive comments and the BLM comment responses process. Workshops will be held:

Friday, May 31, 2019, 4 to 8 p.m. Memorial Hall 513 Center Street Lakeview, OR 97630

Saturday, June 1, 2019, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Paisley Community Center 705 Chewaucan Street Paisley, OR 97636

The NEPA process requires federal agencies to assess the environmental effects of proposed actions prior to making a decision. Types of actions may include but not limited to permit applications, timber harvests, and more. Through the NEPA process agencies evaluate the environmental and related social and economic effects of a proposed action. A public involvement process is required including opportunities for public review and comment on the analysis and alternatives. This workshop will help participants learn more about the process and respond to the proposed actions. The workshops combine presentations, discussions, and exercises on public involvement in the NEPA process. Discussion will include NEPAs requirement for the BLM, why does the BLM ask for public comment, and the BLMs review and evaluation of public comments. Exercises in reviewing public comments and writing a substantive comment.

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CHILOQUIN FIRE & RESCUE Fire Chief Mike Cook

P.O. Box 437

201 S. First Avenue

Chiloquin, Oregon 97624-0437

541-783-3860

Fax 541-783-3697

TTY 7-1-1

Weekly Chiloquin Fire & Rescue Report of Dispatches and Responses:

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NOAA forecast for this week

Oregon Department of Forestry - South Cascade The Dowens Fire burned in a mix of timberlands, residential areas and agricultural fields. 5-11-2019.— at Dowens Rd, Cottage Grove OR. A helicopter makes a bucket drop to cool the flames.

With 36.20 inches recorded from April

2018 to May 2019, the average across the contiguous U.S., the United States has set its new year-long rainfall record. The previous record was 35.78 inches recorded from April 2015 to March 2016. Read more Floods in Paraguay displaced approximately 40,000 people over the past two months and caused significant losses to the country's cattle industry. Out of 4 million cattle in Bajo Chaco (300 km / 186 miles NW of Asunción), some 480,000 are in the water or grouped in nearby higher-elevation places. At the beginning of May, this region experienced more than 600 mm (23.6 inches) of rain in just 48 hours. Some 10,000 people have been evacuated to capital Asunción where extreme floods took place on May 10. Locals described it as the worst in years. Read more

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A new outbreak of cold Arctic maritime airmass will push across central into southern and southeastern Europe from the weekend and into early next week. Temperature anomalies along the cold front and behind it will be up to 10-15 °C below average for this time, very cold indeed. Meanwhile, a strong ridge builds up over extreme NW Russia. Temperatures in this region will be up to 20-25 °C above average for this time. Read more

Birds, winner: Stefan Christmann, ‘What‘cha got?’ (Emperor penguins) 2019 GDT Nature Photographer of the Year

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Plastic is in just about everything these days, including living, breathing creatures, from sea critters to people. Environmental waste and litter breaks down into tiny, microscopic particles. Those particles can then seep into water supplies and subsequently work their way into just about anything. That includes plastics in the seafood we eat. Now, a new study in the journal Environmental Science and Technology has found that it takes just six hours for billions of nanoplastic particles — those with a diameter some 100 times smaller than a human hair — to accumulate throughout the body of a certain mollusk.

For this experiment, researchers in Canada and the UK created their own nanoplastics: a version of a polymer called polystyrene, the main compound that makes up Styrofoam. Then, in various aquariums, they mixed algae, a food source for the scallops, and nanoplastic particles of two different sizes: 24 nanometers and 250 nanometers. “We only exposed the scallops to the nanoparticles for a few hours, and despite them being transferred to clean conditions, traces were still present several weeks later,” In fact, it took the scallops 48 days to get to the point where the team couldn’t detect any more plastic. Read more

Raven conspiracy. A group of ravens is called an "unkindness" or "conspiracy". Photo: Shane Lamb

OceanX Sharks sense movement through a jelly-like substance in pores on their noses, as does this deep-sea chimaera—they shared an ancestor, some 400 million years ago, but evolved in very different ways. Being able to "see" without eyes must come in handy when you live in the Midnight Zone—the part of the ocean where many organisms may have no concept of sunlight at all.

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Viscose, Rayon and Deforestation Dissolving pulp, or bleached wood pulp, is the base material for viscose and rayon, fibres which are used in many garments by the fashion industry. What you might not know is that the pulp is often taken from trees in endangered or ancient forests. This means that the clothes we buy and wear are contributing directly to deforestation and habitat destruction. Currently, more than 150 million trees are logged to be made into clothes. Despite a few big-name brands gathering viscose from sustainably certified forests, the number of trees logged for viscose is rising in forests in Indonesia, Canada and the Amazon. Read more

Because of human activities the world continued to lose forests in 2018, according to data compiled by research group Global Forest Watch and analysts at the University of Maryland. Clear cutting—removing large patches of forest indiscriminately—caused the highest loss of forest cover overall. Much of that was to make room for ranching, but other commercial activities like mining and soy production were also involved. Of the countries that lost the most forest since 2001, four are located in South America. The World Resources Institute, which tracks global forest cover, reports deforestation is increasing in Brazil, Indonesia, Colombia, Peru, and Bolivia. Read more Tree cover loss, 2001–2018 shown in pink.

"Even at 3,000 feet I could feel the heat from the lava coming through the open window of the Cessna," writes

photographer Joseph Anthony, who caught this view last summer during the Kilauea volcano eruption in Hawaii. "The lava colors take on a whole new life at twilight into

night which was when this image was captured." https://on.natgeo.com/2RFcNqJ

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I am looking for a man named Lynn Kelly who reportedly moved to Chiloquin from Craig Alaska. He is, or was a truck driver and is currently approximately 77 years old. I was adopted in 1963 and after years of searching, I was able to find my birth mother, Leslie Ann Poareo, who told me that Lynn Kelly, of Tuledo OR was my biological father. I don't think that he ever knew she was pregnant. I am hoping to make contact with him, or someone who might know him so I can gather a little more information on my biological family. If Lynn Kelly no longer lives in Chiloquin, I would be interested in speaking to anyone who knew him. Thank you, Dennis Luellen Program Director Operation Tiny House Phone - 940-595-3949 Email - djluellen@gmail.com

There is no charge for placing ads in the Chiloquin News Marketplace. If you wish to place an ad, please email it to ChiloquinNews@gmail.com by Sunday afternoon. Classified ads will be run for one month. You will find the expiration date to the far right of your ad. If you wish to extend the ad, please send an email the week before the ad expires.

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Sears/Craftsman tractor wheel weights part #7124434.

$53.00 1 pair 30# each never used in box with hardware still in plastic bags AGENCY LAKE RESORT 37000 Modoc Pt Rd 541-892-0149

Hats, Hats, Hats Hand knitted. Lots of styles, colors and sizes. $25 each

Give me a call or text at 541-905-6495.

Leave a message if I don’t answer. Joan

Lots of flavors and combinations – persimmon, feijoa, quince, lavender, watermelon, grape, pear, apple, autumn olive, blueberry, fig, plum, pomegranate, crabapple, rhubarb, rose hip 8 oz jar $5, 16 oz jar $10 Give me a call or text at 541-905-6495. Leave a message if I don’t answer. Joan

Great gifts for any occasion Joan’s website: https://www.knittedcreatures.com Knitted toys and accessories, fused glass pendants

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, a locally owned environmental services company, is excited to announce it is

offering two new services- noxious weed control and restoration plantings. Tired of fighting with toadflax, thistle, St John’s wort or other invasive weeds? Call us to talk about a treatment plan! Our crews can also help restore habitat with large and small native planting projects. Whether you’re a private landowner, conservancy non-profit or land agency, we’d love to help with your project! Call 541-591-0409 or email natosha.alx@gmail.com. Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/Kestrel-Country-LLC-1497513103634513/

Serving Chiloquin, KF and surrounding areas References, FREE ESTIMATES Tel 540-259-0817 (Bill) SafeGrowers@gmail.com

Notary Public Lily Mendonca Acknowledgments, Verification Upon Oaths, Certify Copies, Witness Signatures

($5 fee per notarial act)

English, Ukranian, Russian Languages Call or text for appointment

541-891-2487 (Chiloquin)

VHS to DVD copying service.

Most jobs completed within 2 days. $3 per tape.

Email for contact is scotteddy1@gmail.com.

Moving help

Landscaping

Basic tree services

Fences (new and repairs)

Clean Ups

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Sign up for the Community Rewards program by linking your Fred Meyer Rewards Card to FCE at

www.fredmeyer.com/communityrewards. You can search for us by our name (Oregon Association for Family and Community education) or by

our non-profit number (83459).

Donations of expended ink cartridges will be gratefully accepted by the Friends of the Chiloquin Library. They can be dropped off at the Chiloquin Library during regular

library hours. Funds generated by these donations will help pay for cleaning and office supplies for the library.

Dependable & Honest Rosmarie Walter Care Giver Lady (541)399-3337

*Currently working as registered home care provider (DHS) *Know How to Cook Wholesome Vegan Plant Based Delicious Meals

*House Cleaning Services *Help with Shopping & Other Personal Needs

*Have available Excellent & Reliable Klamath Falls &Chiloquin references for your peace of mind.

House and pet sitting

If you are looking for someone to house sit, or care for your animals during that well deserved getaway then you can count on me.

I am an honest, reliable and dependable individual

and can provide local references. Please contact me (Lori) at (541) 851-6533

Full Service Pet Grooming in the Chiloquin Area

Baths and Haircuts for Dogs and Cats of all shapes and sizes. Older or difficult dogs welcome as well as first timers and new puppies. Grooming is done in my home on South Chiloquin Rd which allows me to take as much time needed for each individual pet.

Please Call for Appointment or if you should have any questions at all. Feel free to send texts also. https://www.facebook.com/Critter-Clips-1534700626754339/ Laura Price - (520)255-3147 (AZ Phone #)

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If you or someone you know is sick or elderly or would like to have soup delivered to them on Tuesday, please contact Norma Jean Wilder at 541-281-1947.

The Blessing Pot has been in operation for over nine years, serving homemade soup, bread, and a cookie every Tuesday at the Chiloquin Christian Center. If you would just like to come in and have lunch, you can do that between 11:30 and 12:30 every Tuesday.

A New You Massage Carla Rambil, license number 7980

Phone number 541-783-3853. All massages are by appointment only.

Large Farm Fresh Range Free Brown Eggs $2.50 a Dozen Call 541-533-2148

I have farm fresh chicken eggs and duck eggs. Chicken eggs are $3 per dozen. Duck eggs are $3.50 per dozen. I am at Friday Market every week or you can reach me at; Kathy Bettles (510) 847-5395.

Driving to Klamath to buy your health food? Join us as we order our food through AzureStandard.com, a health food buying group.

*Order Online Bulk food, frozen foods, fresh produce, dairy, eggs, organic foods, herbs, supplements,

household, beauty, outdoor and garden, pet foods etc. ………………and all delivered!

*Local Pickup Meet a truck every 4 weeks with your order boxed and ready to go. Pur group name is

‘Gather at the River” and out drop # is 799631

*For more info Darylene Cunningham 541-783-3932

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Did you know that this natural and healthy roasted fig product is being produced and marketed proudly from Chiloquin? You can buy it at Sherm’s Thunderbird in Klamath Falls, and soon it will be in other outlets. Brew and serve like regular coffee. When you combine it with fruit juices or coconut cream or even ice cream, it becomes like a delicious drinkable dessert. Never a heartburn or acid stomach after enjoying your cup of COFFIG, and only 5 calories per cup! http://www.coffig.com/ cell phone: 540-259-0817

JJ’s Café American & Mexican Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner

Tuesday through Saturday

8am – 7pm

To Go orders 541-783-9116 320 Chocktoot St, Chiloquin

- the bakery next to Kircher’s Hardware specializes in tamales and other Mexican dishes. It

also has a great selection of sweet things to choose from. Open from noon till 7. Monday through Friday. 541-331-6853

We are open 7 days a week 11 am -10 pm Mon-Sat, and 2 pm-10 pm Sun

139 Chiloquin Blvd. Hwy 422, Chiloquin (503) 560-5833

We are on Facebook as The TP in Chiloquin! Please feel free to find us and follow us for updates and specials!

Antique/Thrift Store

27600 Hwy 97 N. Phone:(541) 892-6543

Winter Hours: Open 10:00-5:00. Closed Tuesdays and for rediculously bad weather.

Chiloquin Car Care Quality wash & detail

We wash & detail RV/5th wheel/travel trailers too

800-460-0786 Visit our website

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Split and delivered to Chiloquin, Sprague River and Fort Klamath areas.

Call 541-281-6548 and PLEASE leave a message.

is offering free estimates on a custom window for your home, office or personal gifts Elegant Entryways Doors Side Lites Transoms

Cabinets Fire Screens Lamps Personal Gifts

email Karen: nativedragonfly@live.com 541-591-5736

Sky Lakes Wilderness Rentals

call us at 541-591-0949

Kayak and bicycle rentals, kayak & bicycle drop off, fishing poles

Visit our website

Sasquatch Hollow Kids Zipline, a Crater Lake ZipLine Adventure, is now open for the season.

Call for reservations for guaranteed departure times. Sasquatch Hollow is designed for young adventure seekers ages 5-13. Maximum weight 175 pounds maximum height 5’6”. Cost is $50 per person and includes a 2 hour adventure of Zipline’s challenge bridges and elements. www.sasquatchhollow.com 541.892.9477 29840 Highway 140 West, KLAMATH Falls Oregon 97601.

Barefoot hoof trimming. We specialize in balanced barefoot trims that conform to a horse's anatomy, which help support healthy hooves and joints. We follow the "Hoofprint Trim" method taught by the Oregon School of Natural Hoofcare, backed by years of research. All disciplines and breeds welcome. We offer a good, compassionate experience for all horses. Serving Chiloquin and surrounding area. Please contact us for more information and to schedule an appointment! Also offering handyman services. Home repair including light plumbing and electrical.

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Updated 5/12/2019 This calendar is compiled by Mata Rust. Submit events for inclusion to rustm@fireserve.net

In the interest of saving space this is not the complete calendar. For events for the next several months as well

as ongoing events please see https://chiloquinnews.wordpress.com/events-list/

DATE EVENT DESC LOCATION/CONTACT

Sept. 13 & every 3

rd Thursday

through June, 2019

Leadership Klamath 2018 – 2019

A program that challenges class participants to become more involved in the decision-making process of Klamath County

Klamath County Chamber of Commerce www.klamath.org to find out more or register

Through June Tuesday through Saturday 10 AM – 4 PM

ArtiFactEducation Series

The collection of ancient pottery from the collection is now on special exhibit and features earliest American Southwest Cultures, including Salado Jeddito, Anasazi, Mimbres and Tularosa.

Favell Museum 541 882-9996

Through June Tuesday through Saturday 9 AM – 5 PM

Featured Art Drawings by Jim Weaver and paintings by Donna Woolery will be on exhibit

Modoc Gallery Klamath County Museum

Late November 1 PM – Throughout the winter season

Ranger Guided Snowshoe Walks

1 – 2 Mile snowshoe walks Crater Lake National Park click on Snowshoeing.

March 15 Aug. 17 – Century Ride Day

Registration opens for Crater Lake Century Bike Ride.

Registration for the 2019 Crater Lake Century on August 17th begins This Friday, March 15th. Come ride one of the best areas in Oregon all while benefiting great charities like the Klamath Trails Alliance, the Klamath-Lake County Food Bank and the Klamath County Musuem.

Crater Lake National Park

May, 2019

May 3 through May 19 Weekends

Stage performance

"Vanja and Sonia and Masha and Spike," written by Christopher Durang and directed by Laura Allen that blends "Chekhovian" themes with comedy in Pennsylvania. The play opens a nine performance run at 7:30 p.m. Friday, May

Linkville Theater

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3 and to Saturday, May 25 with Sunday matinees at 2:00 p.m. May 19

May 13 & 14 5:45 PM

Stage musical audition

The Addams Family – A New Musical, Callbacks will be Wednesday, May 15, as needed. Actors aged sixteen and up are invited to arrive at the Ross Ragland at each night, prepared to sing, read, and dance.

Ross Ragland Theater crystallmuno@yahoo.com.

May 13 AM

Tuesday morning field trip

Led by Martyn Kenefick (see below) Running Y Ranch Gary Vequist, garyvq@gmail.com or Ron Larson, rlarson@ccountry.net for times and itinerary.

May 14 6:30 PM

Klamath Basin Audubon Society’s last meeting of the season with featured speaker

Featured speaker will be Martyn Kenefick, board member of the Asa Wright Nature Centre in Trinidad. His topic will be the wildlife of the Trinidad and Tobago. Having lived in Trinidad since 1999, he is a co-author of the Birds of Trinidad & Tobago Field Guide. Light refreshments, a nature book sale, and election of officers/board for the upcoming year will preceed the meeting. For those wishing to meet Martyn before the meeting, there is a no-host dinner at the Waffle House at 5 PM. on Tuesday

Fisher Nicholson Realty Conference Room 403 Main St.

May 15 – June 12 Wednesdays 6 PM

Nature Walk Series, Moore Park, Link River area

A series of five evening nature walks titled "Klamath Backyard Nature Walks," will be offered. Discussion during the walks will be based on outlines from Oregon State University's Master Naturalist program.

The first walk will explore forests of the Klamath Basin, with a special focus on the role of fire in forests.

Weekly information at 218 841-7101

May 17 Starts at 6:30 AM

Bike to work day Bike to work & move naturally with breakfast stations along a route, including at the OC&E Rail at Wiard park with Rail to Trails.. More information click on BIKERailstoTrails

May 17 – 19 Klamath Dog Fanciers – Dog Agility

Klamath County Fairgrounds 541 891-9033

May 18 9 AM – 2 PM

Annual Open Quilt and Afghan Show

Display of quilts and afghans, many with historic significance. Raffle for “YoY o Garden” quilt. Fresh-made scones and beverages.

Peace Memorial Presbyterian Church 541 884-7297

May 18 Sale – wildflowers and shrubs

Klamath Falls museum events planned for later in the spring include native plant walks at the museum on April 27 and May 11, and a sale of wildflowers and shrubs on May 18

Klamath County Museum

May 18 3rd

Annual 3 on 3 Chi-Town Showdown

3-person basketball for all youth grades 1 – 12. Prizes, speaker.

Chiloquin Gym 541 891-4716

May 18

Kayak excursion Hank's Marsh kayak excursion More information click on KLLT

Meeting place TBA

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May 18 10 AM – 3 PM

World Migratory Bird Day

Kids and families are invited to join us for the 20th Annual Klamath Falls World Migratory Bird Day. This year's lineup features the return of festival favorites, including birding by kayak, bird walks, live rehabilitated birds, a bird banding demonstration, making bird houses, and more. We will also welcome several new partners and activities focused on this year's theme of Protect Birds: Be the Solution to Plastic Pollution. We are excited to feature a special performance by the Banana Slug String Band, who will bring their lively, kid-level and eco-themed tunes from 10:30-11:30. Check out http://www.klamathwmbd.com for an updated list and schedule of events. This is a free event.

Veteran’s Park Leigh Ann Vradenberg, Coordinator kfallsimbd@gmail.com

May 18 3:30 – 6:30

“Food Truck Festival”

Taste of Klamath presents five different trucks accompanied by music. Price is free. More information click on RRTFacebook

Ross Ragland Theater

May 18 6 PM

Annual Klamath Falls Gospel Mission Fundraising Dinner and Auction

Hosanna Christian School 5000 Hosanna Way 541 882-4895

May 18 Mule Deer Foundation – Ladies Banquet

Klamath County Fairgrounds 541 281-2224

Ross Ragland Theater

May 18 7:30 PM

Musical stage performance

Tusk, the Ultimate Fleetwood Mac Experience

Ross Ragland Theater

May 23 7 PM

“When Timber Was King”

The history of the logging and lumbering industry in Jackson County and southwest Oregon will be the subject of this program

Klamath County Museum

May 24 6 PM

Restoration of the Spirit

Live cultural show, photos, dinner, short films. Presented by Tribal Health. Free event, everyone welcome

Ross Ragland Theater

May 25 & 26 The annual living history encampment at the Fort Klamath Museum.

Fort Klamath Museum

May 25, 26 56th

Annual Chief Schonchin Memorial

Dancing, drumming, Pow Wow, vendors Klamath County Fairgrounds, exhibit building #1 541 591-0530

May 26 9 AM – 2 PM

Dutch Oven Cook Off

Registration is required call 800-452-5687.

Collier Memorial State Park

May 30 – June 2 Davis Shows Spring Carnival

Klamath County Fairgrounds 541 883-3796

May 31, 7 PM June 1, 3 PM

Klamath Dance & Flying Lotus Circus Art

Klamath Dance & Flying Lotus Circus Art presents a fantastical performance in the air and on the stage. KlamathDance

Ross Ragland Theater

June, 2019

June 1 8 AM

7th

Annual Klamath Hospice Remembrance Run/Walk

Proceeds benefit those facing advanced illness or coping with a loss in Klamath County and Northern California.

Harbor Isles Tennis and Fitness 2805 Front Street 541 882-2902

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June 1 Celebration of the Link River Canyon

June 1 Locally-grown plant sale

A plant sale will be held by the Klamath Basin Master Gardeners to coincide with the opening of the Klamath Falls Farmers’ Market downtown on Ninth Street between Main Street and Klamath Avenue.

Klamath Basin Research and Extension Center facility at 6923 Washburn Way

June 1 10 AM – 4 PM

Kids’ Fishing Day Lake of the Woods Resort

June 1 10 AM – 2 PM

Link River Festival

Sponsored by Klamath Greenways Foundation and the Klamath County Museum

541-851-1743 For more information

June 10 – 13 Oregon State Federation of Garden Clubs 92

nd Annual

Convention.

Tours, workshops, exhibits. You’re invited to attend any of these helpful sessions.

Running Y Ranch Resort www.oregongardenclubs.org

June 14 8 AM – 2 PM

Klamath and Lake County Standown

Camaraderie, Community Resources, V.A. Benefits Counseling, Social Security Information, Spiritual Counseling, Food Stamp Referrals, Housing, Reunion, Employment Referrals and Information, Eye Exams & Glasses, Legal Assistance and Homeless Courtroom, Hearing needs, Potential Services, Substance Abuse Intervention, Counseling, and Referrals, Dental Services, meals, clothing, haircuts ** DOD Surplus Issue (**For Veterans that meet the Federal guidelines for homeless)

Klamath County Fairgrounds Event Center tdeforrest@veteransenrichmentcenter.org Contact by phone -Tammi DeForrest 541.331.9975

June 16 10 AM – 3 PM

Living History Day

Come see demonstrations and exhibits, with real operating old-time machinery.

Collier State Memorial Park

June 26 Park and Play Kickoff

Mills Park Tyler Harris, YMCA Tyler.Harris@kfallsymca.org

June 26 – 29 Kruise of Klamath Various locations throughout Klamath Falls https://www.kruiseofklamath.org/schedule-1

June 29 & 30 Chiloquilter’s 14th

Annual Quilt Show

Quilts of all kinds, vendors, and more. Chiloquin Community Center 140 S. 1

st St.

Chiloquin

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Fish Lake Resort – Camping, boat rentals. Café open Wednesday – Friday beginning May 15. Open for Mother’s Day. 541 949-8500 www.FishLakeResort.net. Crystalwood Lodge – Full-lodge gatherings and individual rooms throughout the year. www.CrystalwoodLodge.com. 541-381-2322. Lake of the Woods Resort – Lodge dining opening May 1, 7 days a week, 8 AM – 8 PM. Cabin rentals and sales, boat launch, marina, general store. www.lakeofthewoodsresort.com 1-866-201-4194. Rocky Point Resort – Restaurant open 8 AM – 8 PM Wed. – Sun. Store open daily 9 AM – 6 PM. Camping, motel, rentals. 541 356-2287. Odessa Store – Open 8 AM – 7 PM, with groceries and quick-stop supplies, liquor store, propane, gas & diesel. Discount fuel days 2nd & 4th Tuesdays of the month. 541 356-2272. Harriman Springs Resort – Restaurant and bar open Friday - Sunday. Boat rentals. Cabins available. 541 356-0900, 844 733-2263. Quilting Sisters – Open Monday through Saturday 541 356-2218. Gardens of Joy – Closed for the season. 541 973-3956. Dump open – Sat., 8:30 – 4 Library & Quilt – Tuesdays, 9 – noon. Fire Department Number – 541 205-4934. Rpfire.com.

Sprague River Monthly Community Meetings

Community Center Meeting (First Monday) at the Community Center @10am. SR Community Resources Team Meeting (First Thursday) at the Community Center @6:30pm Sheriffs Advisory Committee Meeting (Third Friday) at the Community Center @1:30pm CAT Team Meeting (Third Saturday) at the Community Center @3:15 pm Sprague River Fire District 3 Meeting (Third Thursday) at the Firehouse @ 5 pm

Please join us! All meetings are open to the entire community!

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National Suicide Prevention Center 1-800-273-8255

Crisis Text Line: 741-741

Emergency 911 Klamath County Animal Emergency Service Coverage Hours: 7pm - 8am, every night, direct line: 541-882-9005

If no one gets back to you within what you think is a reasonable amount of time, call Southern Oregon Veterinary Specialty Center (in Medford) at 541-282-7711

Badger Run Wildlife Rehab 541-891-2052 Reporting a non-emergency crime in Klamath County Call 541-884-4876 and use key option #4. This non-emergency call makes a report, generates an incident and is tracked but does not interfere with the emergency side of 911 dispatch. If the call is an emergency then 911 should be contacted immediately.

The Quail Trail Schedule has been revised, effective Monday 10/08/2018. The reason for the changes is to aid young adults living in Chiloquin (and surrounding areas) traveling to/from Eagle Ridge High School in Klamath Falls. The students depend on the Quail to get to/from school. Now students may ride Route 2 to get to school, and catch Route 4 to go home after school – cutting their commute time by roughly 4 hours!

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ChiloQuilters Meet on Thursdays from 11:00 AM into the afternoon at Two Rivers Art 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 (541-281-7101) 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

Needle Arts Club Meets on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month, from 1:30 - 3:30 at Two Rivers Art Gallery. Have fun, learn new crafts and get help working on current projects. If you do any type of needle crafts, i.e. knit, crochet, beading,, etc. we would love to have you come join us! For information, contact Karyl Gudge (541)589-2479.

CHAIR Exercise practice. Join us on Thursdays at 10 am at the Chiloquin Community Center. This is a no charge for the activity. Donations are cheerfully accepted to support our Community Center. This enjoyable & gentle practice is a NO GETTING DOWN ON THE FLOOR and will help you to gain strength and improve balance as you go easy on the knees as well as feeling yourself challenged as much as you want it to be. Everyone is welcome. No equipment is required. You may bring some hand weights (two water bottles or soup cans for weights). Wear comfortable, stretchy clothing to get the most out of this practice. Email Sandi at sandiselk@yahoo.com so she can email you to let you know about any changes/cancellations due to weather, illness or her travel. Any questions - call at 541.281.4572

Yoga practice (and I emphasize the word practice) Mondays and Wednesdays at 10:00 am- 11 am at the Chiloquin Community Center. Practice is geared toward those over 55. No charge, but donations for CVIP will be gratefully accepted. Any questions, call Lorna 541-783-2238.

Bipolar and depression support group Weekly in person and online meetings. For information go to: http://www.meetup.com/BipolarCommunityProject/

Sunday Bible Study with Russ Smith at 9:00 am, Sprague River Friends Church 23840 3rd Ave. Sprague River

Adult Recovery Support Group “Iron Circle” Sponsored by the Klamath Tribal health and Family Services Youth and Family Guidance Center. Chiloquin on Weds 1-3 PM KTHFS YFGC Modular, 204 Pioneer St (across from the park) Adults 18 and over, open to anyone seeking support. Talking circle, smudge, prayer, sobriety, recovery encouragement Facilitator: Arwin Head For information: Monica Yellow Owl or Devery Saluskin 541-884-1841.

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Calling All Veterans Chiloquin area veterans have started getting together regularly to get to know each other, exchange service-connected stories, and discuss local community issues. The group meets every Thursday morning at 9 at the Potbelly Café where they enjoy chatting while drinking coffee, eating snacks, and, for some, having breakfast. This informal get-together is open to all vets, men and women, and generally lasts an hour or so. Please feel free to join us.

Chiloquin FCE (Family and Community Education) We are a part of The Oregon Association for Family and Community Education. Our local community service is to raise funds for Chiloquin High School and Home School children who are headed to college. We raise these funds and have fun doing it. Our monthly meetings consist of a program provided by either the National Association for Family and Community Education, OSU Extension Service or one written by FCE members, a business meeting and a potluck lunch. If you are interested in getting more involved in your community in a relaxing friendly way, meeting some of your neighbors and getting to know more about this area, please come by and check us out. We meet on the 2nd Wednesday at 10am, usually at the Chiloquin Christian Center Community Room, but sometimes it’s at member’s homes or a field trip. You can call Sandie Bolyard (541-892-2336) or Judy Pedder (541-783-3227). We look forward to meeting you.

Chiloquin Women’s Prayer Warriors Place: Annie and Caroles house.135 S. Charley Ave, Chiloquin Phone: 541-621-7163 Time: 10 am When: Second Monday of each month

Sage Community School Board Meeting 2nd Wednesday of every month at 6:00 PM, except June, July, and December. Meetings are held at Chiloquin Fire & Rescue, McLaughlin Training Center, 201 S. 1st Ave. Chiloquin, Oregon. The public is welcome to attend. Please visit our website for the current board meeting schedule, www.SageCommunitySchool.Org. Woodland Park Special Road District The road serves about 73 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.

Chiloquin Visions in Progress (CVIP) Meetings are held on the 3rd Wed of the month at 6PM in the Chiloquin Community Center conference room. See ‘Volunteer Opportunities’ for more information.

Two Rivers Camera Club We meet at the Two Rivers Art Gallery in Chiloquin at 3:30 PM on the second Wednesday of the month. Chiloquin Book Club 4th Thursday of every month at 1:30 PM – Chiloquin Library.

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Chiloquin Fire & Rescue Board Meeting 3rd Wednesday of every month at 6:00 pm. At the McLaughlin Training Center, 102 Schonchin St, Chiloquin OR 97624.

Chiloquin Vector Control The Chiloquin Vector Control District Board of Trustees meets on the 4th Wed of each month except for November and December at the Chiloquin Community Center Conference Room at 6:30PM The agenda includes discussions about mosquito control, mosquito monitoring, bill paying, budget issues and general management concerns. The public is encouraged to attend and offer public comments at the end of each meeting. The meeting room is wheelchair accessible.

Friends of the Chiloquin Library 1st Wed of every month in the library conference room. April through October – 9:00 AM, and November through March – 10:00 AM. All are welcome! Sheriff’s Citizen Advisory Committee 3rd Wednesday of every month from 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM at the Chiloquin Community Center. All area residents are invited to attend.

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.

High Desert Trail Riders Back Country Horsemen The GENERAL MEETING is held at 7PM on the second Tuesday of the month at Waffle Hut & Eatery 106 Main St, Klamath Falls. We have NO meetings at all in August, and December meetings are held as announced each year. Come early to eat and socialize.

Board meetings are held at Mazatlán on Washburn every Third Tuesday of the month. Pack Clinic meetings are the Fourth Tuesday of each month at Red Rooster's. 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 or Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/HighDesertTrailRiders Chiloquin Care Program The Chiloquin Food Pantry Board Meeting is on the 3rd Thursday of each month after the Vegetable Connection. People of the community are welcome to attend. Only board members can vote on issues.

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Chiloquin Fire & Rescue - Volunteer Opportunities: Firefighter, EMS, Apparatus Operator, Driver, Support, Fire Prevention, Fire Investigation, Facilities Maintenance, Vehicle Maintenance. 541-783-3860

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. Contact the Gallery @ 783-3326.

Sage Community School – Sage Community School is looking for community volunteers interested in

assisting Sage Community School. See Board Meeting info under Monthly Meetings. If you are interested in offering your services as a volunteer in any way, please contact Anna Fowler 541.783.2533~Office afowler@sagecommunityschool.org

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 number below for an application or fill out an on-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 or call Junie Stacey at 541-281-9787

Chiloquin Branch Library - The library has many ways to get involved and many fun ways to contribute to your local community. Some opportunities: 1. Evening volunteer: The library is open until 6pm on Tuesdays, Weds and Thursdays. We would really appreciate a volunteer who could help us out with closing tasks for the last hour or so on these days (especially Tuesdays). 2. Story time: 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. 3. Summer Reading Program: There are many opportunities during the summer to help out with this very worthwhile program. 4. 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”. 5. Help with sorting donations. 6. 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 541-783-3315.

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Neighborhood Watch – Agency Lake President – Lorelle Piazza 541-783-3033, Secretary - Christy Dugger 707-499-1660

Chiloquin Visions in Progress (CVIP) CVIP operates the Chiloquin Community Center, 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. If you would like to get further involved, attend a Board meeting, held on the 3rd Wed of the month at 6PM in the Community Center conference room. CVIP now accepts credit/debit cards for room rental payments.

The Chiloquin News is an email newsletter of events in Chiloquin, Oregon plus some general interest weather and earth news. The newsletter is compiled and edited by Joan Rowe and is free of charge to anyone who wants to receive it. If you are interested in receiving the Chiloquin News, email chiloquinNews@gmail.com and request that your e-mail address be added to the mailing list. To unsubscribe, send an email with “unsubscribe” in the subject line to the same address. A special thanks to the Chiloquin Library for making a print version of this newsletter available to those without computer access. All event information posted in the CN is by submissions to the CN. The Chiloquin News does not reveal, share or distribute the email addresses of subscribers for any reason whatsoever. For additional information on the town of Chiloquin, Oregon, visit www.chiloquin.com. For information about activities in the surrounding areas of the towns of Chiloquin, Ft. Klamath and Rocky Point visit www.CraterLakesBackyard.com For information on the Region, contact Klamath County’s Official Tourism Agency, Discover Klamath. The Welcome Center is open M-F 9-5 and is located at 205 Riverside Drive, Klamath Falls. 541 882-1501. Email: Info@DiscoverKlamath.com Website https://www.discoverklamath.com/ Archived copies of the ChiloquinNews can be found at http://chiloquinnews.wordpress.com/