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Hummingbirds on the North Westside | | |
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Four common types of Hummingbirds in the Okanagan: |
- Anna’s
- Black-chinned
- Calliope
- Rufous
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Are you committed to Hummingbirds?
Feeders are a great food source for these beautiful travelers and can attract large amounts of hummingbirds. The key to a successful and healthy feeder is to clean it regularly. A dirty feeder can carry harmful bacteria and fungi that will kill many birds. If you choose to feed this summer please be sure to take in your feeders starting in September unless you continue to feed all year. Hummingbirds will stay around if they can rely on your feeder as a food source. If you do choose to feed in the winter you may have to bring in your feeder at night to prevent freezing.
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How to clean the feeder:
- Deep clean once a week with one part white vinegar to four parts water.
- Change the solution every couple days.
- Do not use bleach, soaps, or cleaning chemicals.
To make nectar:
- Boil water for two minutes
- Mix one part white sugar to four parts water
- Allow mixture to cool before filling feeder
- NEVER use honey, sweeteners, molasses, brown or raw sugar
- Do NOT add red food colouring or other products
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Photograph included and article written by local hummingbird lover and NWCA Communications Director, Jaimie Dewar | |
PREVIOUS EVENTS - APRIL 2023 | |
YA Youth Group COSAR Training
The YA Youth Group recently partnered up with the wonderful trainers from COSAR - Central Okanagan Search and Rescue for 3 sessions. The kids learned about being Adventuresmart, survival packing, basic CPR, symptoms of hypothermia and generally how to keep yourself safe out in the wilderness. Very valuable information.
Big Shout out to Andrea, Adriane, Stephanie, Paul and Terry (and her rescue dog Chase) for giving their time and expertise to help better prepare our youth.
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Easter Egg Hunt & BBQ | NWCA | Easter Egg Hunt & BBQ held on Saturday, April 8,2023 from 12pm to 2pm at Westshore Estates Community Park. Happy Easter! This year I had the pleasure of hosting my first community Easter egg hunt and BBQ. I couldn't have done it without all the help and support from two very important people....... | | | |
Community Roadside Cleanup | NWCA | Hey Westsiders! On Earth Day (April 22nd) our Community Roadside Cleanup was a huge success. We had good weather and a small yet mighty, enthusiastic and hardworking workforce made up of YA Youth Group members, North Westside community and even some wonderful Parker Cove community members........ | | | |
Community Wide Garage Sale | NWCA | Thank you to the community for coming out Saturday to browse the great deals being offered by out community garage sale vendors, library volunteers selling books and the YA Youth members providing treats and drinks to keep us all going. | | | |
UPCOMING MAY SPECIAL EVENTS | |
North Westside Quilters | Quilt Raffle | |
The North Westside Quilters Group is excited to announce a raffle for a beautiful quilt made by local quilter Donna Green. This gorgeous quilt is sure to be a treasured family heirloom!
Tickets are only $2 each and can be purchased by clicking the link.
Don't miss out on your chance to win this amazing piece of quilting art!
The winner will be announced on June 30th - Good Luck!
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2023 Soccer Season Startup
NWCA Wolfpack Sports is excited to announce
the launch of Soccer Startup!
Kick off the Season with Coach Clayton Kam
on May 10th from
6:00 pm to 7:00 pm on
Cantryn Field at
Westshore Estates Community Park
All ages and skill levels are welcome -
from beginners to experienced players.
$20 Registration Fee
Registration Fee is waived if
guardian is an active 2023 NWCA Member.
Wolfpack Sports | NWCA (northwestsidecommunityassociation.ca)
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Fintry Mother's Day Spring Fair | Join us Sunday, May 14th, 10am to 4pm, to celebrate spring at our Mother's Day Fair. The Spring Fair will present a selection of performers and musicians playing from the front veranda of the Manor House throughout the day. The North Westside Firefighters bring their heavy equipment onto | | | |
Music in the Park Event Lineup and Details | Music in the Park for 2023 has taken a giant leap ....bringing a wide variety of music and themes to Westshore Community Park this summer. | | | | |
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When you listen to Duane it is hard to understand that he has only been playing for 15 years and is self taught on the guitar. A proud member of OKIB, Duane exudes a joy and innocence when he plays. He is adaptable to most styles and will be featuring his Country repertoire for us as he starts off our 2023 Music in the Park at 2PM. The NWCA is so happy to have him back for his second appearance at Music in the Park. | |
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Introducing Marv Machura, a first-time performer at Music in the Park, a singing guitarist from Vernon, BC. He is known as an engaging, entertaining performer who plays a wide variety of familiar music. He is also known for his focus on Western
Canada Roots music that follows in the singer-songwriter traditions of Ian Tyson, Gordon Lightfoot, and John Denver. He has released four CDs, many singles, and has published over 20 songs in Nashville. He will take our
stage from 4-5PM.
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CAR WASH FUNDRAISER FOR THE YA YOUTH GROUP | NWCA | The YA Youth Group are having a Car Wash On Saturday, May 27th from 10 am to 2 pm at the parking lot of the Killiney Beach Community Hall. | | | |
UPCOMING RECURRING EVENTS | |
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You are all Welcome Here! | |
Regular Service times
Sunday 10 AM
Coffee and Fellowship to follow after each regular Sunday service.
Killiney Beach Community Hall
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We meet every Tuesday on a come and go basis between 11 am and 3 pm at Killiney Beach Community Hall All Ages Welcome! If you are not a quilter, you are welcome to come and join us with your own craft. | | | |
Celebration of Life
Udell Road resident and respected community member, Eric Denison, passed away in January and his family is holding a Celebration of Life gathering at the Killiney Hall on June 2nd, Eric’s Birthday, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm.
Light refreshments will be offered and we are inviting friends and neighbours to come and share their memories of Eric.
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Estamont Farms - Summer Kids Camp | June 30th through September 2nd. 10am to 3pm. Fridays and Saturdays. Schedule of activities will be posted shortly. Please note: When booking your child's space, you will be required to sign liability waiver forms at time of drop off, in order for your child/children to participate in the days camp. | | | |
Music in the Park Event Lineup and Details | Our Music in the Park events are family-friendly and open to all. Everyone is welcome to come and enjoy the music, market, and community atmosphere at Westshore Estates Community Park. Hello to the North Westside Music in the Park for 2023 has taken a giant leap ....bringing a wide variety of music and themes to Westshore Community Park this summer. We have an exciting summer planned.... | | | |
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A Celebration of Colour and Soul
A don't miss event this summer! Come to the park on this occasion and you will be transported with a flood of colour and personal stories from creative minds and souls.
We are doubling our efforts on this date to bring to the Westside a whole new way of connecting with one another through Music and now Art. Art is a personal way to connect with oneself and others.
We are looking for artists of all abilities to come share their work publicly…and if you are the shy type, please consider making some anonymous contribution(s) to our not so secret SEEK ART Garden….a walking trail of art and prose… a time to reflect with others or walk the trail on your own for some quiet contemplation as local artisans speak to you through their art forms. All Hippie Market vendors are creating an interactive experience for you as well!
Come to Westshore Community Park and listen to easy listening and classical stylings from a variety of renowned BC instrumentalists from noon till 3pm.
A BBQ firing off the classics will be available at reasonable prices.
We welcome you to invite your family and friends to attend all the events this Summer and make memories!
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NWCA COMMUNITY NEWS & INFO | |
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Make a Difference. Join the NWCA.
Support making the Westside the Best side by becoming a member. Select your membership plan based on your residential address. There are two types of NWCA Membership. If your address is in the area beginning at Westshore Estates and ending at La Casa Resort then you are a VOTING member. If you live outside of these areas you are a NON Voting member.
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Stop by during operating hours to the
North Westside Community Library
to purchase your membership or
pick up your membership card!
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NWCA | North Westside Community Association | The North Westside Community Association, a community on Okanagan Lake, (NWCA) is led by a Board of Directors who work with our residents and local government to advance community interests, manage services, and actively host social events, sports activities, and volunteer initiatives. | | | |
Add your North Westside Business today! | Business Directory Submission | NWCA | | | |
Did you know NWFR has a marine division?
NWFR marine division was out on Okanagan Lake running drills. Marine 103 will be out on the lake practicing skills and preparing for deployment.
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April 7 - Fire Rating Change
What does moderate mean?
Forest fuels are drying and there is an increased risk of surface fires starting. Carry out any forest activities with caution.
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Steep Embankment Training
NWFR members were busy training low to steep embankment training hosted by Peachland Fire and Rescue Service and organized by the Regional Rescue Program. Firefighters practiced ropes, knots, anchoring & rigging, patient packaging, scenario drills and more. Critical training for our Westside Road community.
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NWFR On the Water Training
NWFR members were busy last night running training scenarios and practicing techniques for water supply, hydrants, pumps & pumping while other members were on Marine 103 (Our Fireboat) for spring training.
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NWFR Marine 103
NWFR members were training and practicing skills & drills on Marine 103 last night. Members focused on pumping water to beach crew and filling trucks.
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NWFR March Firefighter of the Month
Kyle Fumerton | Kyle always stands out. In March Kyle had perfect attendance to practice, always has a great attitude with a smile on his face and is always looking to step up as a Team Lead or take training. Keep up the great work Kyle!
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NWFR Training Tuesday
NWFR members were out practicing spray patterns and attack line drills. Some great lessons and life saving techniques shared by Chief Kotscherofski.
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NORTH WESTSIDE TRANSFER STATION | |
North Westside Road Transfer Station |
Hours
Monday, Wednesday and Sunday: 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Saturday: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
(Closed Easter Sunday, December 25, 26, January 1)
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All about reducing wildlife conflict with bears, Regional District of Central Okanagan.
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General tips - remove attractants
Garbage and recycling
- Wait until the morning of collection day to put your bins at the curb, do not put them out the night before
- Keep your containers in a secure location (such as a garage or shed)
- If you do not have a garage, you can secure your containers to a structure so they can't be dragged away
- Freeze smelly items until garbage pickup day
- Rinse out all recycling material to eliminate food residue and odours
- Wash your carts periodically with a bleach solution
Yard
- Collect ripe fruit from trees and off the ground
- Feed pets indoors and keep all food bowls inside
- Clean your BBQ grill after each use
- It's best to not use bird feeders during bear season (March to December)
- Maintain an odourless compost pile by using lime (made from ground limestone), turning often, cutting food into small bits, layering greens with browns and never add meat, fish, fats, oils or grains. Always cover food with lawn clippings and browns
Overall, never approach or interact with bears.
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The Full Flower Moon
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When is the full moon in May 2023?
Mark your calendars for the next May 2023 Full Moon. The next May full moon is Friday May 5, 2023 at 1:34 PM EDT or 5:34 PM UTC based on the data provided by NASA. It will be the fifth of the thirteen full moons in 2023.
What is the name of the May 2023 Full Moon?
The Full Moon in May 2023 is commonly referred to as the Full Flower Moon. This name probably isn’t a surprise when you think of the saying: “April Showers bring May Flowers”. Welcome to spring and the flowers that come with the season.
While the April full moon name doesn’t reference rain, the May full moon matches the time-honored saying.
Other nicknames for the May Full Moon include the Corn Planting Moon, and Milk Moon.
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May 2023 Moon Phases in Eastern Time and UTC
Below are the lunar phases for May 2023 including the new moon, first quarter, full moon, and last quarter that are on the schedule for each month.
The date and times are based on both the United States Eastern Time Zone and UTC, adjusted for daylight saving time.
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MAY 2023 WEATHER FORECAST | |
Brought to you by AccuWeather. See attached link: | |
Thank you for reading and hope you are as excited
as we all are to be on the Westside.
Your feedback is always appreciated, and improves our delivery of service to you, our valued community member, so please feel free to engage and communicate!
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