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July 26, 2014 - Evacuation Alert was rescinded this AM - nearest Forest Fire: Jura - currently 100% contained - for latest information check: bcwildfire.ca - Wildfires of Note - Kamloops Fire District - Jura and Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen
The Osprey Lake area is a residential and recreational area offering winter (ice) and summer fishing, snowmobiling, hiking, kayaking, snow shoeing, ATV riding, hunting, horse back riding, bicycling, and many more sporting activities. When riding near residential areas, on the KVR, local roads, or nearby trails, we expect all motorized vehicle operators to respect other users, slow down, and minimize dust and noise.
Note - all ATV/Snowmobile operators are required to have a driver's valid license and a minimum of $200,000 liability insurance to ride on Forest Service Roads, according to the BC Forestry Act.
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CAMPFIRE BAN - NOTE: Due to the recent dry conditions and a record heat wave, starting noon Wednesday July 16 and until further notice there is a complete open fire ban in our area - this includes campfires and tiki torches! Infraction fine is $345 by Dept. of Forestry - call 1-800-663-5555 (not Hayes Creek Fire) to report violations - check with bcwildfire.ca - Kamloops District for possible updates. CSA/ULC approved Propane fire pits and propane or charcoal BBQs are still okay.
Pontoon Boart - Fishing Derby Prize - Corn Roast 2014
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Corn Roast Fishing Derby The main prize just keeps getting better - this year it's a 9' pontoon boat with oars. Value $360 with tax! Get ready for this year's derby on Friday and Saturday, August 29 and 30, 2014 |
Tree Planting near Osprey Lake - May 2014
Tree Planting
During May and June of 2014, over 200 hectares around Osprey Lake has been planted with 270,000 trees - 10% fir, 10% larch, 20% spruce, and 60% pine. The introduction of 10% larch is an interesting addition.
CHRISTMAS 2013
The season started off with Hayes Creek Firefighters and their 31st annual Christmas Eve Santa run - with a lighted and decorated sleigh and of course Santa and his 9 costumed elves. They caused quite a stir as they dashed across frozen lakes and snow to each house, bringing gifts, toys candy and joy and excitement to 25 wide eyed little ones and a few big ones too.
The Snow Golf tournament attracted 29 golfers for an afternoon of generally mediocre golfing, the odd good golfer, but lots of laughs. Mean score winner was Shane O'Connor, with most honest golfer award going to Barb Anstie and lowest score winner Troy Mitchell. Youngest golfer was on two.
Another successful Poker Run was held on Sunday, December 29, 2013. There were 83 sleds registered for the 35km run - all enjoyed a perfect day. Prizes were awarded to most riders, with the winning hand receiving a fishing trip on the Fraser River. Thanks to all those who donated prizes and the volunteers who helped lay out the run, set up, groomed, took registrations, sold tickets and served food, Key sponsors were Tom Sellmer, Bruce Merit, Five Star Motorsports, B Line Designs, and John Deere.
Thanks to Rob Miller for hosting the nightly Hay Wagon Ride, Up to 30 people at a time enjoyed an open air ride around the community on the hay wagon, complete with blankets, refreshments, tunes and flashing lights.
SPRING/SUMMER 2013
Local residents Mark and Bettina Wong will soon be seen on the CBC show Dragon's Den promoting their Helmet Hooker - filming is complete, but the spring TV date has not yet been set - stay tuned!
Easter was early this year, the last Sunday in March, but very warm with lots of children enjoying the annual Community Easter Egg Hunt - over 25 children ran around for 1/2 hour looking for treats hidden inside 120 magic eggs.
It was one of those great years weather wise. Just enough rain to keep everything green, but lots of sun and warmth so everyone could enjoy the water sports. The summer season ended on a high note with a very successful 30th Annual Corn Roast.
The Snow Golf tournament attracted 29 golfers for an afternoon of generally mediocre golfing, the odd good golfer, but lots of laughs. Mean score winner was Shane O'Connor, with most honest golfer award going to Barb Anstie and lowest score winner Troy Mitchell. Youngest golfer was on two.
Another successful Poker Run was held on Sunday, December 29, 2013. There were 83 sleds registered for the 35km run - all enjoyed a perfect day. Prizes were awarded to most riders, with the winning hand receiving a fishing trip on the Fraser River. Thanks to all those who donated prizes and the volunteers who helped lay out the run, set up, groomed, took registrations, sold tickets and served food, Key sponsors were Tom Sellmer, Bruce Merit, Five Star Motorsports, B Line Designs, and John Deere.
Thanks to Rob Miller for hosting the nightly Hay Wagon Ride, Up to 30 people at a time enjoyed an open air ride around the community on the hay wagon, complete with blankets, refreshments, tunes and flashing lights.
SPRING/SUMMER 2013
Local residents Mark and Bettina Wong will soon be seen on the CBC show Dragon's Den promoting their Helmet Hooker - filming is complete, but the spring TV date has not yet been set - stay tuned!
Easter was early this year, the last Sunday in March, but very warm with lots of children enjoying the annual Community Easter Egg Hunt - over 25 children ran around for 1/2 hour looking for treats hidden inside 120 magic eggs.
It was one of those great years weather wise. Just enough rain to keep everything green, but lots of sun and warmth so everyone could enjoy the water sports. The summer season ended on a high note with a very successful 30th Annual Corn Roast.
Proposed Summerland Wind Farm - 33km west of Summerland, south of Osprey Lake - see link for added details
Audit of Ka-Bar Resources near Osprey Lake finds good practices
Osprey Lake Waterworks District - permanently shut down the community water system on October 15, 2013
Audit of Ka-Bar Resources near Osprey Lake finds good practices
Osprey Lake Waterworks District - permanently shut down the community water system on October 15, 2013
Vandalism of memorial benches on the KVR - four benches were spray painted with graffiti on the evening of Friday, August 2nd, 2013 - luckily, members of the Lynden, Washington Boy Scouts Troop 4028 were on a cycling trip thru the area a couple of days later and volunteered to spend the day sanding and repainting the benches - what a great way to offset something bad! The community is very grateful of their efforts and hard work.
