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Harstine&apos;. Four islanders spot lone gray whale heading south in Pickering Passage By JOHN COOPER Tom and Hilde Shook had something interesting added to their morning walk last week when they sighted a medium- sized gray whale off the northern tip of' the island where the waters of Case Inlet and Pickering Pas- sage converge. Gunter Brunk and Jim Cary, two more early morning hikers, were also present to witness the giant mammal breach several times and dive down with its huge tail silhouetted against the brightening sky. Sighting whales off the coast of Washington is not unusual due to the thct that these huge creatures migrate regularly both north and south. It is a matter of interest when one errant whale strays into the waters of the South Sound. THE FOUR islanders watched for several minutes as the mammal continued around the point, putting on a good show, then proceeded south on Picker- ing Passage to swim further south under ttarstine Bridge. It's a sign of spring! The whales are traveling north to their summer feeding ground in the northern waters of the Bering Sea, That's a hopeful sign as we splash through these last few days of winter. Thoughts of going somewhere and doing something to break the monotony of gray days has led to a sold-out situation for the Travel Club's four-day outing to Van- couver and Victoria. However, there are other opportunities available for those who might like to become part of this organiza- tion. On April 2 the club meeting will feature Don and Rosalie Mel- nick presenting "trekking and trucking in the Sinai." A lasagna supper will be available prior to the meeting at 6:30 p.m. for a cost of three dollars. Those interested can call 427-1488 for information about this ewmt. On April 8, the club's dine-out program will have another no- table location added to its list, the Selah Inn. The menu includes gourmet items of which we noted a couple. How does fillet of beef balsam,co with roasted garlic or fillet of salmon with sun-dried to- matoes, zucchini cakes and rice pilaf sound? If you are intrigued call the number listed above. IT'S A LITTLE early to pre- dict, but we feel the enthusiasm and musical-theatre expertise of director Gene Nelson will guaran- tee a great Harstine Island Thea- tre Club performance of Oklaho- ma in July. The production is still in the formative stage after three rehearsals, and Gene is hoping to have a few more young men join the cast. There are also opportunities for those who wish to develop their musical and dancing abili- ties and to have the satisfaction of appearing in a Pulitzer Prize- winning Rodgers and Hammer- stein musical. Those interested please call 427-8699 for rehearsal information. Chairperson of the theatre club scholarship committee, Mary Judd, announced that letters have been sent out regarding the 1999-2000 school year scholarship that the club will award. Informa- tion is available at the counseling office of Shelton High School and the local Timberland library. Information can also be ob- tained by calling Mary Judd at 427-5413 or John Cooper at 426- 0162. Some of the criteria for eli- gibility are graduation from high school, evidence of acceptance by an accredited institution in thea- tre arts, proven ability in and previous training or experience in theatre arts, superior ability and the capacity for continued educa- tional development and future achievement in the theatre arts. This is a long-range notice be- cause the deadline for applica- tions is August 1. THE HARSTINE Grange will hold a program of general interest at its meeting tomorrow, March 19, at the community hall when John Cruse will present, by way of slides and commentary, an ac- count of his recent trip to China. The community is invited to this program scheduled to run from 7 to 7:30 p.m. A question period will be arranged for those who wish to learn more of the interest- ing insights that John provides. Those who wish to are welcome to join in the 6:30 potluck by bringing a dish to share and ta- bleware. Wills Smith has more information at 432-1058. Word has been received from Adelheid Krohne, who last year became a weekly representative, at the farmers' market, of Wash- ington State University Coopera- tive Extension. Her welcome pres- ence was well received because she was able to answer questions about horticulture and provide much gardening information. She will be at the market on Satur- days once again to provide this service to the island community this summer. Saint Patrick's Day has come and gone, but those who missed out on the corned beef and cab- bage have a second chance to en- joy it on March 24 when the Over- 50s' luncheon at the community hall will offer the traditional Irish fare. The main dish will be com- plemented with potatoes and car- rots, while the cream-topped ge- latin dessert will be predictably green. Preparation of the meal is in the capable hands of Lois Pow- ell, Kathy Doherty and Doris Poll- man. ISLANDER Jack Brakebill, who has lived in Shelton for the past six years, died Monday, March 8. His cremated remains will be interred in the island cem- etery in an urn John Dunlap is creating at his Harstine studio. A memorial service celebrating Jack's life was held on Friday at Mount Olive Lutheran Church in Shelton with Pastor James Markus officiating. The service was given a par- ticularly celebratory ambiance with the spirited gospel singing of Jack's brother and sister-in-law, David and Elizabeth Brakebill from Hot Springs, Arkansas. The Harstine Island Women's Club supplied the food for the reception at the church following the ser- vice. It was a new experience for B.J. Beauchene, Adella Ash- baugh, Carleau Houghton, Carol Severson and Dris Cooper, wom- en's club members who rendered this service off the island instead of at the community hall on Har- stine. The women worked in coopera- tion with Madeline Brown who was in charge of arrangements at Mount Olive. THE COMMUNITY club met on Friday, March 12, with a Still active in community: Governor proclaims week to honor retired teachers Governor Gary Locke has pro- claimed this week as Retired Teachers Appreciation Week, a time to honor the work done by members of the Washington State Retired Teachers Association to advance education in communi- ties throughout the state. Retired teachers do not retire their involvement in education, according to a recent poll. They tutor in schools, work with adult literacy programs, serve as school board members and advocate for legislation. Many are on scholarship com- mittees in the various groups to which they belong. The Mason County Retired Teachers Associa- tion awards a scholarship each year to an Olympic College Shel- ton student as well as making grants to local teachers. The local association will hold a garage sale at the Shelton Armory on Friday, April 2. Money earned will go to- ward the group's scholarship fund: Retired teachers have many in- terests. Locally, they volunteer at Mason General Hospital and hos- pices, entertain weekly at nursing homes, serve on the boards of friends of the library groups, are officers in the League of Women Voters and Mason County Demo- crats, are active in historical so- cieties and community associa- tions. One member is a food bank co- ordinator and another works at a ibod bank. Others belong to ser- vice organizations, are Master Gardeners, volunteer at the Shel- ton-Mason County Chamber of center and stay active in a num- ber of other ways, including help- ing pick up litter along a stretch of Highway 101 and working with the Washington State Patrol to set up accident scenes. The local retired teachers asso- ciation was organized in 1954 and shortly thereafter joined the state association, which has more than 16,000 members. The Mason County group en- courages all retired teachers in the area to join. They can call membership chairman Barbara Brown at 275-5080 for more de- tails. The group meets on the first Friday of the month at 10:30 a.m. at the Orient Express Restaurant in Shelton. Once a year, the group holds its meeting near Belfair. In May, it will meet at the Airport Diner t the Bremerton Interna- tional Airport. Olympic Dental Center • Crowns • Extractions • Bridges • Dentures F. Scudder, DDS 2026 Olympic ttighway North, Suite 101 432-8379 • Shelton Most insurances and medical coupons accepted ()pen 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Tuesday-Thursday Commerce s tourist information I Page 24 - Shelton-Mason County Journal -Thursday, March 18, 1999 record number in attendance. Ac- tual membership is moving up, as noted by treasurer Nonie Neuer- burg, with the total reaching 256 as of the end of February. Penny Orth, secretary, enliv- ened the reading of the minutes by referring to March 2, 1938 an- nals. They revealed that the club had to make some renovations and improvements because an in- spection by the county health de- partment had resulted in condem- nation of the outhouses. Times have changed. We now have indoor plumbing at the hall, but hot water has just been added to these facilities in February of this year. February rained on the prun- ing parade sponsored by the gar- den club. Only Louie Orth's trees got trimmed before precipitation stopped the group from continu- ing to three or four other sites as planned. Frank Lewis, however, has been in touch with Dana Hoaglund, the certified arbor, st who will be available to return on a more encouraging day. Those interested in having pruning done on that occasion can call Frank at 426-4120. ROD HAMMETT reported on a drier and informative March meeting of the garden club at which Pat LeClair gave a demon- stration of how to prune minia- ture roses. The club also made plans for their plant sale in early May when a special feature will be a talk and demonstration of the art of bonsai by Don Nichols. Nick Neuerburg reported on the relief efforts for the Wood family. Due to the work of many the family is now well supplied with clothing, furniture and ap- pliances. The need for financial assistance still remains so Nick encouraged islanders to respond positively to benefit projects that will be coming up. Excess materi- als which have accumulated will be stored to assist others when a need arises. For information, call Nick at 426-5533. John Strasburg, in his report from the sheriffs department, emphasized the need for volun- teers to help in the Boys and Girls Club program. The evening concluded as an enthusiastic group worked their way through several rounds of bingo and three callers, Phyllis Carpenter, Marlene Echaniz and Warren Ireland, did the honors in the number calling department. A REMINDER is in order: Be wary of getting involved with rac- coons. About three weeks ago, a rabid raccoon on the island had to be put down. Raccoons share the dubious honor of being major car- riers of the unwelcome disease, rabies. Of all animals, skunks and our ring-tailed bandits each total about one third of the ani- mals so afflicted with the skunks outranking raccoons by a narrow margin. This information is not intend- ed t o alarm but to advocate cau- tion. Watch but don't touch. Avoid the animal if the raccoon seems disoriented, aggressive or convul- sive. Over one million visitors will pass through Mason County this Books close for April elec The registration books for vot- ers in Pioneer School District 402 and the area where annexation to Fire District 2 is proposed will close March 27, Mason County Auditor A1 Brotche said this week. However, Brotche said, an ad- ditional registration period will open for 15 days prior to April 27. During that period, individuals can register only at the auditor's office in the county courthouse and may vote in the election only by a Voter registration foraS obtained at any local or at the Belfair Su through March 27 and, and the auditor's office. cations and information able from the auditor'S 427-9670, Extension 470, € 4467, Extension 470 fr °$ Mason telephones. 'Getting There Safely' Senior driving, is set for Marctl 2 A "Seniors Getting There Safe- ly" driving course is scheduled for Saturday, March 27, at Olympic College Shelton. The all-day class for citizens aged 55 and older will run from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. with an hour's break for lunch, according to Ger- ald Apple, instructor. Seniors who complete the re- fresher driving course are eligible for an insurance deduction. Class- es are scheduled on sis through October. _ The Washington Traffic Education Commission the course. A $5 charge rials is levied at the the course. Prereg quired. To register, particip call Carol Norman or Miljour at 427-9670 or Extension 396. De tration is March 23. TRACTOR REPAIRS • @ • MA! Repairs Automotive,Truck, and Tractor New Tractor Parts and Inq)lements 1022 East Johns Prairie ] Used Tractors For Sale  Shelton, WA 98584 C.4dl 426-0403 i i i:: " !::i / i I / ',, </: : :/ year. How will you reach them? Mason County Visitor's Guide reaches tourists who are planning to come to Mason County and they'll be looking for your business if you invite them with an ad in "lhsttor s 00uide Tourists use lli'sitor's 00uide to find... • Guide to towns and cities A description of special attractions and tourist facilities. • Calendar of events The county's most comprehensive listing of events. • Mason County products • Directories Listings for restaurants, churches, small specialty shops, services and advertisers. • Recreation Authoritative information about fishing, hunting, golfing, hiking and other major activities. • History and museums • Indian powwows • Art events • Olympic National Forest, Olympic National Park and state parks • County map And what about you? Will tourists find YOU in Visitor's Guide? To advertise, phone =..00oara00z/ (360) 0026-000012 Harstine'. Four islanders spot lone gray whale heading south in Pickering Passage By JOHN COOPER Tom and Hilde Shook had something interesting added to their morning walk last week when they sighted a medium- sized gray whale off the northern tip of' the island where the waters of Case Inlet and Pickering Pas- sage converge. Gunter Brunk and Jim Cary, two more early morning hikers, were also present to witness the giant mammal breach several times and dive down with its huge tail silhouetted against the brightening sky. Sighting whales off the coast of Washington is not unusual due to the thct that these huge creatures migrate regularly both north and south. It is a matter of interest when one errant whale strays into the waters of the South Sound. THE FOUR islanders watched for several minutes as the mammal continued around the point, putting on a good show, then proceeded south on Picker- ing Passage to swim further south under ttarstine Bridge. It's a sign of spring! The whales are traveling north to their summer feeding ground in the northern waters of the Bering Sea, That's a hopeful sign as we splash through these last few days of winter. Thoughts of going somewhere and doing something to break the monotony of gray days has led to a sold-out situation for the Travel Club's four-day outing to Van- couver and Victoria. However, there are other opportunities available for those who might like to become part of this organiza- tion. On April 2 the club meeting will feature Don and Rosalie Mel- nick presenting "trekking and trucking in the Sinai." A lasagna supper will be available prior to the meeting at 6:30 p.m. for a cost of three dollars. Those interested can call 427-1488 for information about this ewmt. On April 8, the club's dine-out program will have another no- table location added to its list, the Selah Inn. The menu includes gourmet items of which we noted a couple. How does fillet of beef balsam,co with roasted garlic or fillet of salmon with sun-dried to- matoes, zucchini cakes and rice pilaf sound? If you are intrigued call the number listed above. IT'S A LITTLE early to pre- dict, but we feel the enthusiasm and musical-theatre expertise of director Gene Nelson will guaran- tee a great Harstine Island Thea- tre Club performance of Oklaho- ma in July. The production is still in the formative stage after three rehearsals, and Gene is hoping to have a few more young men join the cast. There are also opportunities for those who wish to develop their musical and dancing abili- ties and to have the satisfaction of appearing in a Pulitzer Prize- winning Rodgers and Hammer- stein musical. Those interested please call 427-8699 for rehearsal information. Chairperson of the theatre club scholarship committee, Mary Judd, announced that letters have been sent out regarding the 1999-2000 school year scholarship that the club will award. Informa- tion is available at the counseling office of Shelton High School and the local Timberland library. Information can also be ob- tained by calling Mary Judd at 427-5413 or John Cooper at 426- 0162. Some of the criteria for eli- gibility are graduation from high school, evidence of acceptance by an accredited institution in thea- tre arts, proven ability in and previous training or experience in theatre arts, superior ability and the capacity for continued educa- tional development and future achievement in the theatre arts. This is a long-range notice be- cause the deadline for applica- tions is August 1. THE HARSTINE Grange will hold a program of general interest at its meeting tomorrow, March 19, at the community hall when John Cruse will present, by way of slides and commentary, an ac- count of his recent trip to China. The community is invited to this program scheduled to run from 7 to 7:30 p.m. A question period will be arranged for those who wish to learn more of the interest- ing insights that John provides. Those who wish to are welcome to join in the 6:30 potluck by bringing a dish to share and ta- bleware. Wills Smith has more information at 432-1058. Word has been received from Adelheid Krohne, who last year became a weekly representative, at the farmers' market, of Wash- ington State University Coopera- tive Extension. Her welcome pres- ence was well received because she was able to answer questions about horticulture and provide much gardening information. She will be at the market on Satur- days once again to provide this service to the island community this summer. Saint Patrick's Day has come and gone, but those who missed out on the corned beef and cab- bage have a second chance to en- joy it on March 24 when the Over- 50s' luncheon at the community hall will offer the traditional Irish fare. The main dish will be com- plemented with potatoes and car- rots, while the cream-topped ge- latin dessert will be predictably green. Preparation of the meal is in the capable hands of Lois Pow- ell, Kathy Doherty and Doris Poll- man. ISLANDER Jack Brakebill, who has lived in Shelton for the past six years, died Monday, March 8. His cremated remains will be interred in the island cem- etery in an urn John Dunlap is creating at his Harstine studio. A memorial service celebrating Jack's life was held on Friday at Mount Olive Lutheran Church in Shelton with Pastor James Markus officiating. The service was given a par- ticularly celebratory ambiance with the spirited gospel singing of Jack's brother and sister-in-law, David and Elizabeth Brakebill from Hot Springs, Arkansas. The Harstine Island Women's Club supplied the food for the reception at the church following the ser- vice. It was a new experience for B.J. Beauchene, Adella Ash- baugh, Carleau Houghton, Carol Severson and Dris Cooper, wom- en's club members who rendered this service off the island instead of at the community hall on Har- stine. The women worked in coopera- tion with Madeline Brown who was in charge of arrangements at Mount Olive. THE COMMUNITY club met on Friday, March 12, with a Still active in community: Governor proclaims week to honor retired teachers Governor Gary Locke has pro- claimed this week as Retired Teachers Appreciation Week, a time to honor the work done by members of the Washington State Retired Teachers Association to advance education in communi- ties throughout the state. Retired teachers do not retire their involvement in education, according to a recent poll. They tutor in schools, work with adult literacy programs, serve as school board members and advocate for legislation. Many are on scholarship com- mittees in the various groups to which they belong. The Mason County Retired Teachers Associa- tion awards a scholarship each year to an Olympic College Shel- ton student as well as making grants to local teachers. The local association will hold a garage sale at the Shelton Armory on Friday, April 2. Money earned will go to- ward the group's scholarship fund: Retired teachers have many in- terests. Locally, they volunteer at Mason General Hospital and hos- pices, entertain weekly at nursing homes, serve on the boards of friends of the library groups, are officers in the League of Women Voters and Mason County Demo- crats, are active in historical so- cieties and community associa- tions. One member is a food bank co- ordinator and another works at a ibod bank. Others belong to ser- vice organizations, are Master Gardeners, volunteer at the Shel- ton-Mason County Chamber of center and stay active in a num- ber of other ways, including help- ing pick up litter along a stretch of Highway 101 and working with the Washington State Patrol to set up accident scenes. The local retired teachers asso- ciation was organized in 1954 and shortly thereafter joined the state association, which has more than 16,000 members. The Mason County group en- courages all retired teachers in the area to join. They can call membership chairman Barbara Brown at 275-5080 for more de- tails. The group meets on the first Friday of the month at 10:30 a.m. at the Orient Express Restaurant in Shelton. Once a year, the group holds its meeting near Belfair. In May, it will meet at the Airport Diner t the Bremerton Interna- tional Airport. Olympic Dental Center • Crowns • Extractions • Bridges • Dentures F. Scudder, DDS 2026 Olympic ttighway North, Suite 101 432-8379 • Shelton Most insurances and medical coupons accepted ()pen 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Tuesday-Thursday Commerce s tourist information I Page 24 - Shelton-Mason County Journal -Thursday, March 18, 1999 record number in attendance. Ac- tual membership is moving up, as noted by treasurer Nonie Neuer- burg, with the total reaching 256 as of the end of February. Penny Orth, secretary, enliv- ened the reading of the minutes by referring to March 2, 1938 an- nals. They revealed that the club had to make some renovations and improvements because an in- spection by the county health de- partment had resulted in condem- nation of the outhouses. Times have changed. We now have indoor plumbing at the hall, but hot water has just been added to these facilities in February of this year. February rained on the prun- ing parade sponsored by the gar- den club. Only Louie Orth's trees got trimmed before precipitation stopped the group from continu- ing to three or four other sites as planned. Frank Lewis, however, has been in touch with Dana Hoaglund, the certified arbor, st who will be available to return on a more encouraging day. Those interested in having pruning done on that occasion can call Frank at 426-4120. ROD HAMMETT reported on a drier and informative March meeting of the garden club at which Pat LeClair gave a demon- stration of how to prune minia- ture roses. The club also made plans for their plant sale in early May when a special feature will be a talk and demonstration of the art of bonsai by Don Nichols. Nick Neuerburg reported on the relief efforts for the Wood family. Due to the work of many the family is now well supplied with clothing, furniture and ap- pliances. The need for financial assistance still remains so Nick encouraged islanders to respond positively to benefit projects that will be coming up. Excess materi- als which have accumulated will be stored to assist others when a need arises. For information, call Nick at 426-5533. John Strasburg, in his report from the sheriffs department, emphasized the need for volun- teers to help in the Boys and Girls Club program. The evening concluded as an enthusiastic group worked their way through several rounds of bingo and three callers, Phyllis Carpenter, Marlene Echaniz and Warren Ireland, did the honors in the number calling department. A REMINDER is in order: Be wary of getting involved with rac- coons. About three weeks ago, a rabid raccoon on the island had to be put down. Raccoons share the dubious honor of being major car- riers of the unwelcome disease, rabies. Of all animals, skunks and our ring-tailed bandits each total about one third of the ani- mals so afflicted with the skunks outranking raccoons by a narrow margin. This information is not intend- ed t o alarm but to advocate cau- tion. Watch but don't touch. Avoid the animal if the raccoon seems disoriented, aggressive or convul- sive. Over one million visitors will pass through Mason County this Books close for April elec The registration books for vot- ers in Pioneer School District 402 and the area where annexation to Fire District 2 is proposed will close March 27, Mason County Auditor A1 Brotche said this week. However, Brotche said, an ad- ditional registration period will open for 15 days prior to April 27. During that period, individuals can register only at the auditor's office in the county courthouse and may vote in the election only by a Voter registration foraS obtained at any local or at the Belfair Su through March 27 and, and the auditor's office. cations and information able from the auditor'S 427-9670, Extension 470, € 4467, Extension 470 fr °$ Mason telephones. 'Getting There Safely' Senior driving, is set for Marctl 2 A "Seniors Getting There Safe- ly" driving course is scheduled for Saturday, March 27, at Olympic College Shelton. The all-day class for citizens aged 55 and older will run from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. with an hour's break for lunch, according to Ger- ald Apple, instructor. Seniors who complete the re- fresher driving course are eligible for an insurance deduction. Class- es are scheduled on sis through October. _ The Washington Traffic Education Commission the course. A $5 charge rials is levied at the the course. Prereg quired. To register, particip call Carol Norman or Miljour at 427-9670 or Extension 396. De tration is March 23. TRACTOR REPAIRS • @ • MA! Repairs Automotive,Truck, and Tractor New Tractor Parts and Inq)lements 1022 East Johns Prairie ] Used Tractors For Sale  Shelton, WA 98584 C.4dl 426-0403 i i i:: " !::i / i I / ',, </: : :/ year. How will you reach them? Mason County Visitor's Guide reaches tourists who are planning to come to Mason County and they'll be looking for your business if you invite them with an ad in "lhsttor s 00uide Tourists use lli'sitor's 00uide to find... • Guide to towns and cities A description of special attractions and tourist facilities. • Calendar of events The county's most comprehensive listing of events. • Mason County products • Directories Listings for restaurants, churches, small specialty shops, services and advertisers. • Recreation Authoritative information about fishing, hunting, golfing, hiking and other major activities. • History and museums • Indian powwows • Art events • Olympic National Forest, Olympic National Park and state parks • County map And what about you? Will tourists find YOU in Visitor's Guide? To advertise, phone =..00oara00z/ (360) 0026-000012