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COTTAGE GROVE SENTINEL September 16, 2015 Sheriff's Offi ce releases DUII patrol stats T New school takes lessons from the great outdoors 'Nature's Mystery' plans open house this weeekend BY JON STINNETT The Cottage Grove Sentinel A Cottage Grove native has come home to teach the lessons he’s learned in the great outdoors. Nathaniel Nordin-Tuininga has followed a meandering path that’s led him back to his hometown, and he’s hoping that nature can be both playground and teacher at his new endeavor, Nature’s Mystery Forest Kin- dergarten. The program, Nordin-Tuin- inga explains, is “based on the time-tested and highly success- ful European models of outdoor education, where they have demonstrated the positive corre- lation between regular exposure to prolonged outdoor explora- tion and enhanced cognitive development, balanced emo- tional states, physical health, improved concentration and a general sense of well-being.” The school will operate at an area farm/homestead and is an all-day program designed to supplement other early child- hood education. “The vast majority of our time is spent exploring the for- est, meadow, creek and farm surrounding the farmhouse,” Nordin-Tuininga wrote. “Each day is set to follow a consis- tent rhythm that helps to keep the children feeling safe and secure.” The full-day program typical- ly begins with a morning circle, followed by chores for adults and free play for kids. Snacks, nap and quiet time follow, and afternoons offer a chance to work in the garden, care for ani- mals and for more exploration. “We close our day together in gratitude for one another and all beings with whom we share our home,” Nordin-Tuininga wrote. In addition to the kindergarten program for ages 3-6, Nature’s Mystery will also offer a pro- gram aimed at home-schooled children that offers one day a week to visit local forests, farms, permaculture home- steads, intentional communities and project sites. courtesy photo Nathaniel Nordin-Tuininga has started a school based on outdoor exploration designed to supplement other early childhood education programs. “During this time we will have many opportunities to learn about the native fl ora and fauna and the practices of the indigenous people of this land,” according to the school’s bro- chure. For Nordin-Tuininga, the school is the culmination of a journey that brought him from the University of Oregon, to Lost Valley Educational Center, where he made many of the con- nections that led to the school’s founding, and to the Amazon, where his studies and interac- tions with native peoples fos- tered a desire to help enlighten children back home. “The children there were very interested in what I had to of- fer,” he said. “I was teaching them what I was learning from their elders, and it seemed to make more sense to pass on the knowledge to kids in Oregon.” Nordin-Tuininga later started an after-school program in the area and a camp in Eugene, and he said he already has a few kids signed up for Nature’s Mystery, which runs Fridays from 8:30- 12:30 for children ages 3-6. The school is currently seeking more enrollees and volunteers; an open house is scheduled for Sept. 18, and those interested can call 541-521-8658 or visit naturesmystery.org for more in- formation. Passport to History winners announced C ottage Grove’s 2015 Pass- port to History – billed as a “fun, free, history-based activity aimed at encouraging youth age 17 and younger and their families to visit local his- tory organizations” – recently announced its six prize winners drawn from the pool of partici- pants who fi lled their passports by successfully completing his- tory related activities at each of the fi ve participating history organizations in Cottage Grove LORANE COUNTRY NEWS BY LIL THOMPSON For the Sentinel this summer. Piper Bomall won the grand prize of a tablet. Cheyenne Jensen and Steven Watts-Silcott each won Riverpacks – back- packs custom equipped for a trip to the river – and Tyeson Williams, Zoe Goings and Paige Watts each won third place priz- es of $15 gift certifi cates from Delight. Passport to History activities included a scavenger hunt at the Bohemia Gold Mining Museum A ll in all, the Lorane Cel- ebration 2015 was enjoy- able for everyone. The outdoor movie was also a hit. Mark your calendars for Fri- day, Sept. 25 for the return of the spaghetti dinner and bingo nights at Lorane Grange with dinner at 5:30 p.m. Due to Duck and Beaver games, it is Friday night if there is a Saturday game 7A and learning about family his- tory at the Cottage Grove Ge- nealogical Society. Nearly 400 Passports to His- tory were distributed to Cottage Grove area youth. The project was supported by a grant from the Cottage Grove Community Foundation, contributions from the Cottage Grove Museum, the Cottage Grove Historical Society, the Cottage Grove Ge- nealogical Society, the Cottage Grove Library and the Bohe- mia Gold Mining Museum, and sponsored by Lane Community College, Opal Center/Storybook Theatre, Apple Pie Antiques and Delight. Those seeking more informa- tion on the program may con- tact Cottage Grove Historical Society President Holli Turpin at 541-520-1233 or turpinhol@ gmail.com, or Tara Sue Hughart, Cottage Grove Museum Coordi- nator, at 541-968-2254 or tara- suehughart99@gmail.com. through November. Any- one interested in rug hooking classes can contact either BJ or Lisa Livelybrooks. They had a beautiful display of hooking at the Grange during Satur- day’s crafts/sales. Rural Arts Council Movie Nights return to Lorane Grange on Saturday, Oct. 10 with soup dinner at 6 p.m. Lorane Grange will be serving. Be sure to come out and en- joy the coffee hour at the Re- bekah Lodge every Wednesday morning with coffee, muffi ns and great visiting! Again, be aware of students waiting for school buses and the buses stop- ping. We have been experienc- ing some early-morning fog, and daylight is growing shorter. Participants are encouraged to join at any time during the class. For more information, call An- drew Schrenk at 541-214-1288. Cub Scout Launch Party he Lane County Sheriff’s Offi ce recently released statistics related to a saturation of patrols meant to focus on im- paired driving over the Labor Day holiday weekend. The Sheriff’s Offi ce states that, between Aug. 22 and Sept. 7, its Deputies logged 46 hours of overtime providing focused DUII enforcement during the nation-wide event. Overtime funding was provided through grants by the Oregon State Sheriff’s Association (OSSA) and Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT). During this time, Lane Coun- ty Sheriff’s Offi ce Deputies made 88 traffi c stops and issued a total of 69 citations. Deputies made nine DUII arrests: seven for alcohol impairment and two for drug impairment. The Sher- iff’s Offi ce said two arrests were also made for drug possession charges. Eight citations were issued for driving while a license was suspended/revoked; 14 citations were issued for driving without insurance and 23 citations were issued for speeding. Over this period, deputies re- sponded to two alcohol-related crashes on grant overtime, one of which was a fatal crash. ODF: Fire season remains in effect throughout Oregon Season generally lasts well into October, and most fi res are caused by humans D on’t be fooled by the cool mornings and short- er days of September, says the Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF). Fire offi cials with ODF say that on average more than 200 fi res burn in excess of 1,000 acres across the state each fall. In fact, in the early fall of 2014, the 36 Pit, Yellow Point and Scoggins Creek fi res combined burned about 6,500 acres. More than 90 percent of the fi res are caused by people dur- ing this time of year. To date in 2015, about 900 fi res have burned more than 93,500 acres on ODF protected lands. “People are genuinely sur- prised when their thought-to-be safe actions result in a fi re,” said ODF Fire Prevention Coordina- tor Tom Fields. Fields says that fi re season remains in effect and generally lasts well into October. Open fi res remain prohibited on lands protected by ODF in- cluding campfi res outside of approved campgrounds and the burning of debris. Forest fuels are at their driest after an entire summer of limited rainfall. A season ending event of several days of substantial rainfall, usu- ally well into the fall, will be needed to erase fi re danger and lift restrictions. Other activities restricted dur- ing fi re season include off-road driving where hot exhaust and sparks from muffl ers can ignite dry grass; the use of tracer am- munition and exploding targets and the use of power equip- ment such as chain saws and lawn mowers cutting dry grass. Check with your local ODF or fi re protection association offi ce for specifi c restrictions or log on to www.oregon.gov/odf. Viola- tors will be cited and fi ned and, should a fi re result, held liable for fi re suppression costs. While many corporate private lands remain closed due to the continued fi re danger, hunting season is still open. Hunters and other outdoor enthusiasts must have landowner permission before entering and follow all public fi re use restrictions listed above. a free monthly public meeting series called the Coast Fork Sci- ence Pub on the fourth Tuesday of each month from 5-7 p.m. at the Axe & Fiddle, 657 E. Main Street in Cottage Grove. This magical dramatization of the C.S. Lewis classic faith- fully recreates the adventures of four children who wander, quite by accident, from an old wardrobe into the exciting and unusual land of Narnia. A large cast of approximately 30 actors is needed for this production, directed by Kory Weimer. There are two roles for children ages 9 to 12; the remaining roles are for teens and adults ages 14 to 70. “The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe” will run for 11 performances from Dec. 4-20. These auditions are open to any interested actors, and no ap- pointment is necessary. Additional details are avail- able at www.cottagetheatre.org or by calling Cottage Theatre at 541-942-8001. COMMUNITY BRIEFS Help with divorce DivorceCare divorce recovery seminar and support group meets at the Sixth and Gibbs Church of Christ in Cottage Grove each Sunday night starting on Sept. 20, and running through Dec. 20 from 6-8 p.m. The church is located at 195 N. 6th St. Di- vorceCare features nationally recognized experts on divorce and recovery topics. Seminar sessions include “Facing My Anger”, “Facing My Loneli- ness,” “New Relationships,” “KidCare” and “Forgiveness”. Birch Avenue Dental Park W. McClung, DDS • Tammy L. McClung, DDS Where dentistry is our profession but people are our focus WELCOMING NEW PATIENTS! Check out our exclusive Birch Avenue Dental Program that provides all the rewards of dental insurance without the headaches. For more information please call 541-942-2471 or visit us at www.birchavenuedental.com Pack 140 invites all fi rst through fi fth-grade boys to join a Rocket Launching Party at Bohemia Park on Wednesday, Sept. 23 at 6:30 p.m. The boys and their parents will have an opportunity to learn about the Cub Scout program and launch their own rockets made from two-liter soda bottles. For in- formation and to RSVP, contact Christie Johnson at christiewel- lerjohnson@gmail.com. Science Pub On Tuesday, Sept. 22, the Coast Fork Willamette Water- shed Council welcomes Marjo- ry House, Agronomist and Soil Nutrition Consultant, to Cot- tage Grove for its Science Pub presentation. Her talk, entitled “Soil Nutrition: How It Re- lates to Your Food and Health,” will share resources on how to achieve sustainable agriculture for a prosperous future on both an individual and community level. The Watershed Council hosts 912 Project State Representative Cedric Hayden of House District 7 will be the guest speaker at the next meeting of the Cottage Grove 912 Project on Monday, Sept. 21 at 6:30 p.m. at Stacy’s Covered Bridge Restaurant, 401 E. Main St. Hayden will speak about this year’s legislative session. The meeting is open to the public and there is no cost to at- tend. Auditions for “The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe” Cottage Theatre will hold au- ditions for The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe on Sunday, Oct. 4 and Monday, Oct. 5 at 6:30 p.m. This play, drama- tized by Joseph Robinette from the story by C.S. Lewis, will be the fi nal offering in Cottage Theatre’s 2015 season. Audi- tions will be held at the theatre, located at 700 Village Drive in Cottage Grove. St. Vinny golf tournament A golf fundraiser for St. Vin- cent de Paul will be held at Mid- dlefi eld Golf Course on Sunday, Sept. 27 at 1 p.m. The local Knights of Columbus is putting on this event for $25 per per- son, which includes a barbecue lunch. Be there prior to 1 p.m. to register. For more informa- tion, go to: http://kofcknights. org/CouncilSite/event-detail. asp?ID=85749&CNO=3154&F ROM=U NEW: Digital X-Rays (use less radiation) Implants •Teeth Whitening • Extractions Lumineers (no prep veneers as seen on TV) Cottage Grove Dental Dr. Brent Bitner, DDS 350 Washington, Cottage Grove (behind Better Bodies) 541.942.7934
