Image provided by: University of Oregon Libraries; Eugene, OR
About Vernonia's voice. (Vernonia, OR) 2007-current | View Entire Issue (March 1, 2009)
vernonia’s voice health and wellness march 2009 17 Wanna Go For For a Walk? By Heather Lewis Brrr… Even though the sun has been shining the last few days, it’s still chilly outside. I’m sitting at my desk, sup- posed to be getting my taxes together, but I just can’t pass up the temptation to go for a walk. As I put my shoes on, Bridgette (my woman’s best friend) knows that means I am going outside and she just might get lucky. Sure enough, I pick up her leash and after two circles and a wiggly sit, I finally get the door open and we on our way. I can still see my breath as we head out to cross Bridge Street, but by the time we are on the Linear Trail, I am feeling the sun on my face and it’s not as cold as I had tried to convince myself while still inside. Walking is a low-impact exercise with many heath ben- efits. It will help you: • Lose weight • Lower blood pressure • Lower LDL (bad cholesterol) • Raise HDL (good cholesterol) • Improve mood and mental clarity • Increase stamina and strength • Improve joint health. • Reduce carbon footprint • Save money We walk through Anderson Park and down Webb Way to the lake. A flock of ducks takes off from the lagoon and farther down the trail we see a skunk scurry into the undergrowth. Be- fore long, I am unfastening my jacket and am actually enjoying the brisk morning air. The lake is still quiet and my only com- panions besides Bridgette are the birds and the “wild” bunnies that call the lake home. It crosses my mind, not for the first time, how fortunate we are to live in a town that is walkable. Many studies show walkers have a lower rate of cancer, stroke, heart disease, diabetes and that walking slows the overall aging process. If you decide to get out and “breathe some different air,” here are a few tips to get you started: • Start slow and easy. Around the lake there are bench- es so that you can take breaks if needed. • Measure the intensity of your walk. Knowing your heart rate will allow you to maximize your workout Banks Christian Academy Open House Kindergarten Roundup and Preschool Preview March 6 th 6:30pm 22785 NW Fisher Road Buxton, OR 97109 503-324-4500 Birkenfeld Store and Café Home of the 1/3lb. hand-pressed burger! Now Open Friday and Saturday Nights! Grocer y and Liquor Store hours: Monday-Saturday 8am to 6pm and Sunday 9am to 5pm Café open daily f rom 9am - 4pm or slow it down a little. • Wear good walking shoes. • Dress in layers. You’ll be glad you did. • Find a walking buddy. Everything is always more fun with a friend. Two years ago, I had begun a walking program. With all the trails we have here, before I knew it, I had expanded my daily walks to between 3-5 miles a day. Then, last summer I broke my leg and after being off my feet for 2+ months, it seemed there was always something else to do. Thankfully, Bridgette was finally the one to “guilt” me into walking again. After as little as a week back on the trails, I am beginning to feel the benefits again. So much so that now it is easier to find a reason to walk than a reason not to. So, if you see us while out on your walk, feel free to say hello... Bridgette loves to make new friends. Here’s wish- ing you Good Health. Tot al Body Condit ioning This boot camp style training just got better. Special pricing… $79.00 for 12 Classes* Don’t let the economy de-stimulate your health and fitness goals. Classes on Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 8:30 and Friday at 12:30 Sign Up & Save! Individual Training Sessions Also Available Teresa Williams, NSCA-CPT Certified Fitness Trainer 11139 Highway 202 - Birkenfeld (503) 755-2722 503-429-5051 or 503-799-3424 fitnessbytw@netzero.com *Pricing available for single classes NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Columbia County Planning Commission Ordinance Amendment NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Columbia County Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing on a request from Land Development Services, Columbia County Courthouse, St. Helens, Oregon, for a Zoning Text Amendment to the Columbia County Zoning Ordinance Section 942 Permitted Uses in the Airport Industrial Zone (AI). The purpose of the amendment is to add four (4) uses pertaining to Law Enforcement and Fire- fighting activities, Aircraft Rental, Aeronautical Recreation, Sporting Activities and Crop dusting including Forestry Applications. Addition of these uses will bring Columbia County Zoning Ordinance in compliance with the Oregon Airport Planning Rule. SAID PUBLIC HEARING will be held before the Columbia County Planning Commis- sion on April 6, 2009, in Room 351, Circuit Courtroom, on the Third Floor of the Columbia County Courthouse Annex, St. Helens, Oregon, starting at 6:30 p.m., at which time propo- nents and opponents of the proposed amendment will be heard. The criteria to be used in deciding and making recommendation of the amendment will be found in CCZO Section 1606 and CCZO Section 1611, and Planning Commission Ordi- nance. The specific criteria applicable to each request are listed and evaluated in the staff reports. A copy of all documents and evidence by or on behalf of the applicant and applicable criteria are available for inspection at no cost and will be provided at reasonable cost; and, a copy of the staff report will be available for inspection at no cost and will be provided at reasonable cost at least 7 days prior to the Commission hearing from Land Development Services, County Courthouse Annex, St. Helens, OR, 97051. At the hearing, the applicant has the burden of presenting substantial evidence showing that the application meets all of the applicable criteria. Following presentation of the staff report, the applicant and other persons in favor of the application will be allowed to address the Commission, explaining how the evidence submitted meets the applicable criteria. Fol- lowing the applicant’s presentation, any person in opposition to the application may present evidence and argument against the application. The applicant will then have the opportu- nity to rebut any evidence or arguments presented in opposition. After the presentation of evidence and arguments, the public hearing record will be closed. Failure to raise an issue at the hearing, either in person or by letter, or failure to afford the decision-maker an op- portunity to respond to the issue precludes an appeal on the issue. The Commission will then make a tentative decision to recommend approval or denial to the Board of County Commissioners which will be followed by a written order and a state- ment of findings and conclusions supporting the decision, to be mailed to all parties at a later date. The Commission may, at its discretion, continue the hearing from time to time at the request of the parties or on its own motion as necessary to afford substantial justice and comply with the law. Additional information about this application may be obtained from the Planning Division of the Land Development Services Department at (503) 397-1501, contact person is Glen Higgins or Debbie Jacob. March 2009 THE PLANNING COMMISSION Guy Letourneau, Vice Chairman March Specials! We’ve Moved! Stop By and Check Out Our New Location... 1103 Bridge Street (on the corner of Rose & Bridge) Spring Riding Sale! 00 10% off Purchases of $200 or more Includes Saddles, Tack, etc. 5% off any Special Orders Includes Saddles, Tack, etc. Free Hoof Pick with $50 00 Purchase Coupon valid through 03/31/2009 Open Mon-Fri 10am-6pm and Sat 10am-6pm Available Sunday for Emergencies... Call cell (503) 702-0081 Dawn@DoubleCTack.com 503-429-TACK (8225) www.doublectack.com