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SIUSLAW NEWS ❚ WEDNESDAY, MARCH 25, 2015 Coastal Gems set March jaunt The Coastal Gems Volkswalkers invites anyone who enjoys walking to join them Tuesday, March 31, when the group completes the Woahink/Cleawox year- round event. This 10K walk is rated 1a with good footing all the way. The 5K option is rated a 1a for flat solid surfaces. Walkers will meet at 8:55 a.m. at the Commons in Yachats to carpool to Florence. Participants can also meet at The Sportsman, 249 Highway 101 in Florence, at 9:45 a.m. The Coastal gems walk in any weather, so come pre- pared. As always, leashed pets are welcome on walks. Be sure to carry water and cleanup materials for them. This walk requires a 6 ft. non-retractable leash. On Wednesday, April 1, the Coastal gems will hold its monthly club meeting in Yachats at 6 p.m. For more information or directions, call Jean White in Florence at 541-997-8577. ATHLETE OF THE WEEK Aquarium to host third-annual Flippers, Feathers Dash NEWPORT — The Oregon Coast Aquarium invites runners and walkers of all ages to flock to Newport for the third-annual Flippers, Feathers and Fins 5K and Kids Dash on Saturday, May 16, at 8 a.m. The aquarium’s Wellness Committee organized the race to promote healthy living on the Oregon coast. The scenic route winds through the aquari- um and along the Yaquina Bay estuary, where participants will be greeted with facts about native wildlife. The 5K is open to runners and walkers age 10 and older. Strollers are allowed but racers should be aware the course has SALEM — The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife is seeking qualified applicants to fill three positions on the Fish Restoration and Enhancement (R&E) Program Board. Interested individuals must apply by March 27. The posi- tions will represent sport fish- ing interests, troll fishing inter- ests, and seafood processing interests on the R&E Board. The ideal sport fishing can- didate will be a resident of Oregon that is able to effective- ly represent the sport anglers of Oregon. Desirable attributes include involvement with local fishing groups or fish manage- ment, previous experience with boards or commissions, and knowledge of, or involvement with, the diverse sport fisheries across Oregon. The ideal seafood processing candidate will be a resident of Oregon that is able to effective- ly represent Oregon’s seafood processors. Desirable attrib- utes include involvement with local fishing groups or fish management, previous experi- ence with boards or commis- sions, and knowledge of, or involvement with processing commercially caught salmon in Oregon. SAFETY FIRST Join us as we host a lecture series to increase safety awareness on fall prevention, common home injuries and provide solutions to keep you and your loved one safe. S Beyond Balance THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 26TH, 2:00 PM All Participants will be entered into a raffle for a $25 Gift Card. To RSVP and to find out about our Move In Specials call (541) 997-6111 or visit us today! Spruce Point Assisted Living 375 9th Street, Florence, Oregon 97439 Buying or Selling? I can help. Siuslaw H.S. 89510 Hwy 101 #22 – 1976 Mobile with many upgrades. 2 bdrms, 2 baths, wood stove, new covered and screened back deck with a pleas- ant view of the forest. Large covered front deck, and two storage sheds. $37,000. #2372- 14316127 Melody Beaudro Principal Broker 541 991-2151 1749 Highway 101 • 541-997-1200 Commission, meet three or four times each year in various com- munities throughout the state to review project funding applica- tions, hear public testimony, act as liaisons between the pro- gram and the public and to con- duct other program business. Board members are volun- teers; however, Board-related business expenses are reim- bursed. For more information and to obtain an application, go to the R&E Program website at www .dfw.state.or.us/fish/RE/board.a sp or contact Kevin Herkamp at 503-947-6232. Viks game, striking out seven bat- ters in seven innings. The Viks won that matchup as well, 14-1. For the day, Jones had only one walk in 13 innings, and no hit batters. “It was a pretty dominant performance,” said Siuslaw coach Sean O’Mara, whose team was back on the field Saturday to host Cottage Grove. The Vikings had a tougher outing against the Lions. After both teams went scoreless in the first two innings, Cottage Grove posted seven runs in the third inning, then three more in the fourth inning to go ahead 10-0. Siuslaw tried to battle back to avoid the 10-run rule, with Taylor Dotson, Anna Stonelake and Nikki Launius getting a hit, but the Lions were able to keep the Vikings off the board and end the game in five innings, 10-0. Friday, Siuslaw will host Gold Beach for a double-head- er, beginning at 1 p.m. from 1B batters in a single game — the second-highest number in Siuslaw history. Jones pitched a complete game, throwing for five innings before the game was called in accordance with the 10-run rule, 14-1. Senior Andi Ruede led the Viks at the plate with two runs and an RBI. Jones returned to the mound for the nightcap, where she pitched another complete ...need a friend? Hi there. My name is Xander and I am seeking a forever home! Let me tell you a bit about myself. I tend to be a little on the timid side at fi rst, but after a little petting I warm right up and am very friendly. I have a soft purr and I enjoy a good tummy petting. I also get along well with other kitties! I’m really a sweet little boy, and I hope to maybe meet you soon! I would also like to mention that my best friend at the shelter is Costner, so if you are interested in two kitties my shelter offers a better with a buddy deal ;) Fishing from 1B the best results. The next good rain event should pro- duce a good push of fish. ALSEA RIVER: Steelhead The winter steelhead fish- ery is slow to fair. River conditions are low and clear. Look to fish the deeper hold- ing water and use smaller more subtle presentations. Casting lures, bobber and jig/bait or drifting beads along the bottom can be effective techniques. FLORENCE HUMANE SOCIETY Heidi Jones Best For Hearing Oregon Box Lunch Reedsport Marine & Fabrication Foglio Drop Box Services Shoreline Customized Apparel Alan Twombly-H & R Block Central Coast Disposal Dana Rodet Construction County Transfer & Recycling River House J.L. Walker & Sons Excavating Dry Tech Carpet Cleaning Dutch Bros. Elson Shields Property Management Florence RV & Automotive Specialists Frank Romero 541 Designs Leisure Excavating Ultimate Pest Control Integrity Plumbing Lane Community College - Florence out the state. The program is funded by a surcharge on sport and commercial fishing licens- es and commercial poundage fees and is overseen by a seven-member citizen board made up of three sport fishing representatives, three represen- tatives from the troll, gillnet and seafood processing indus- tries and one public-at-large representative. The Board reviews grant proposals from various organi- zations and agencies and rec- ommends projects for funding. Board members, who are appointed to four-year terms by the Oregon Fish and Wildlife If you would like to meet Xander or any of his friends, please visit us at: Honorable Mention Sponsored By: The Siuslaw News , KCST and The Sports Club Early registration is $30 for the 5K and $15 for the Kids’ Dash. Starting May 10, race registration is an additional $5. A siscount is available for aquarium members. Runners can register and review event details at www. bit.ly/OCAq5k. The ideal troll candidate will be a resident of Oregon that is able to effectively represent individuals involved in Oregon’s troll fisheries. Desirable attributes include involvement with local fishing groups or fish management, previous experience with boards or commissions, and knowledge of, or involvement with, the salmon troll fisheries in Oregon. The Fish Restoration and Enhancement Program was created by the Oregon Legislature in 1989 to help fund fish restoration and enhancement projects through- Meet XANDER Track & Field Softball pitcher Heidi Jones struck out 17 batters in Siuslaw’s opening double header victory last week over Bandon. In game one, she fanned ten batters, the second best performance ever at Siuslaw. 5K and Kids’ Dash participants will receive an official finisher medal, post-race refreshments and free admission to the aquarium for the day. Race shirts will be available for $5, with all proceeds bene- fit the animal care and marine science education programs at the aquarium. Spruce Point Assisted Living presents: THURSDAY, MARCH 26TH, 2:00 PM The Viking senior started the track and field season at the Siuslaw Invitational as a triple winner. Jones won the long jump with a distance of 20’ 9.5”; claimed victory in the triple jump with a 40’ 6” mark; and ran one leg of the winning 4x400 relay team. uneven ground with some grav- el. The closed-course Kids’ Dash race is perfect for aspir- ing little athletes ages two to nine years old. Parents are invited to accompany their children on this 1K run through the aquarium’s grounds. Flippers, Feathers and Fins Deadline for Fish Restoration Program candidate registration is Friday Modifying Your Home for Safety Billy Jones 3 B 2840 Rhododendron Drive • Florence • 541-997-4277 www.fl orencehumane.org This message brought to you by: Sat. 3/28 8am-3pm 14 Park Village Dr. Household items, tools, etc. Everything must go. IN HOME Estate Sale Fri. Mar. 27 Sat. Mar. 28 9am-4pm Sun. Mar. 29 10am-2pm 83353 Clear Lake Rd. Presented by Vintage Blue Warehouse Estate Sales 541-999-1159 Siuslaw News + www.shoppelocal.biz Siuslaw Chapter OHA Fundraiser Banquet April 18, 2015 • Doors open at 5:00 pm Th ree Rivers Casino Resort • Florence, Oregon • www.threeriverscasino.com Come support the Siuslaw Chapter OHA! Just in our largest fundraiser of the year. We are a non-profi t organization and completely sustained by fundraisers! 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Special Raffl e Tickets or chance at a Springfi eld Armory XDS 45 Pistol 6) Hunting Camp Package: $1200 per package 8 Dinner Tickets ge $800 General Raffl k e a Tickets c P is a Show #6 Th 8-“Get Started” UT Tickets D O 8-Hunting Pkg Special Raffl e Tickets for chance SOL Camp at 15x15 Bussard & Son Outfi tters Tent and Custom Stove (Valued at $1800) Th is Package is limited to 7-8 person tables Preregistration deadline: March 31, 2015 Special room rates available at Th ree Rivers Casino Resort for event participants! **Raffl e items subject to change • Entry tickets will not be sold at the door. Contact Dan Straight (541) 999-9222 or Harold Johnson (541) 997-1543 siuslawoha@yahoo.com with questions