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fti 0--m p-v -ir- -m- -j- Thursday, May 26, 1977 NINE aking lo Ine "Environmental education should be taught in relation to an individual. You can know the value of something without ever knowing the name of it," said John Matthews, Umatilla Wildlife Refuge game officer. Matthews was conveying his philosophy on environmental education to a group of A.C. Houghton Elementary sixth graders who were participating in a four-day outdoor school at Tupper Guard Station south of Heppner. The game officer was giving instruction on water testing and exploration, only one facet of the student's training that covered compass use, maps, rocks, soil, survival, weather and wildlife. A major focus of the school was community living. Some students were living with people other than their families for the first time. They were learning the necessary rules of respect for others and responsibilities to them in order to live in harmony. Story and photos by Lavon Starr Food is not nearly as important as water and shelter. That fact surprised many of the 54 sixth graders. Bob Jepsen, Heppner farmer, outdoorsman and survival expert, taught the kids an array of forest survival know-how. Tm trying to teach them enough that if they were to really become lost they could survive." "We're learning how to survive if you get lost," sixth grader Helen Daltoso, said. "If you don't learn how, you just better not get lost." The survival trainees received tips on such arts as building a fire with steel wool or moss. Steel wool and a file are important items to be included in a survival kit. Out of a group of 25 potential fire starters, 17 were successful in their effort. By striking the file against lava, Only in When the teacher says "dummy" in this class, she isn't referring to one of her students, but to a teaching aide that spends a lot of time "just laying around." The subject matter is car diopulmonary resuscitation; 0 Lexington Grange met on Monday evening for their regular meeting with the Master, Carl Marquardt, pre siding. Plans are being made to paint the hall later this year, and do some minor repairs to the inside. A reso lution was written pertaining to the stand of Jack Sumner concerning the no parole for those convicted of murder. This was voted as favorable, and copies will be sent to both Mr. Sumner and the State Grange Master. The State Deputy, Ralph Fenton and wife, were wel comed and escorted to the Master's Station. They each gave interesting reports on the workings of the order and asked that members visit the Youth Camps, and the State Grange headquarters to get better acquainted with the workings of the office. Preceding the business meeting, a potluck dinner was enjoyed, after which games were played concerning herbs and spices in various foods. Needless to say, the men in the group made a very good showing in this area. Prizes were won by Jean Nelson and Delpha Jones. Plans are being made by the lecturer for games concerning informa VnnitiwwwtKWl'wt''w'w'w't Elks Calendar Thursday, May 26 j No Lodge i ', Friday, May 27 Bellisima Lasagna Dinner 6:30-8 p.m. Live Music Saturday, May 28 Live Music Elks & out-of-town guests only B.P.O.E. 358 one 'dummy' class room the teacher is Linda Connor, licensed practical nurse and certified CPR instructor; and the "dummy" is better known Resusci-Annie. "Classes are currently un derway in the Heppner area, but it isn't too late to sign up," noted Mrs. Connor. Lexington news Delpha Jones 989-8189 tion in the mechanical lines, so watch out, ladies. The lec turer, Pat Wright, gave a most interesting report on medical alert and as a nurse could give facts concerning people brought into hospitals serious ly injured and unable to im part the needed information. The June meeting will be the Visitation Night to Lexington. Visitation Night was held Saturday evening at 6:30 at the Greenfield Grange in Boardman. The evening start ed with a lovely potluck dinner at 6:30 p.m., followed by a program brought by Lexing ton Grange. Mrs. Kenneth Smouse entertained with sev eral violin solos, accompanied by Betty Marquardt, and the flag drill by the Holly Rebekah ladies, dressed in red, white and blue dresses. The meeting was presided over by their newly -elected Master Eulenna Vaughn. Mr. Helberg from the Morrow County Rodeo Board was present, asking the Greenfield Grange to be in charge of the coronation of the Morrow County Rodeo Court in June. The roll call was as follows: Rhea Creek 9; Lex ington 14; Willows 4; Cold Springs 3; White Eagle 4; Columbia 10 and Greenfield 16. Tuesday, May 31 g Senior Citizens, 4:30 p.m. t Wednesday, June 1 J Senior Citizens, 4:30 p.m. 5 Thursday, June 2 Ladies' Night Dinner at 6:30 Regular Lodge, 8 p.m. Heppner, Oregon; obsidian or other fire-derived rocks, sparks are produced. Because steel wool oxidizes so quickly, it is considered superior to moss for making a flame. Still, Jepsen encourages a large quantity of matches on hand. Keeping warm and dry is the most vital effort of all when trying to survive. Water is needed within three days but food, depending on the body condition of the person, can be done without for up to three weeks. "Shelter is so important because of the wind-chill factor," said Jepsen . A temperature of zero degrees with a 30 mile per hour wind-chill factor would be gauged at approximately 2 degrees below zero. Tin foil is another versatile item in a survival kit. Its uses range from a water contain er to a hat. "I tell the kids that there is no law in survival," Jepsen stated. "No limit on fish and if you find a locked cabin it is all right to break in." Students learned that a PH factor has more to do with the elements of life other than hair and shampoo. By testing water samples they were able to determine, with the aid of a PH list, what could live in it. All except $200 of the approximately $700 needed for the outing was raised by the students through magazine sales held last fall. The $200 was included in the Morrow County School budget. "It means a Jot more to them if they raise the money themselves," noted Principal Mick Tolar. Meal times saw the hungry sixth graders polish off 200 pieces of chicken at Wednesday's dinner. Breakfast exhausted 12 to 15 dozen eggs, 7 loaves of bread, 10 gallons of hot chocolate and 5 gallons of orange juice. Orval Coker, McNary, was wrangled into preparing the three meals a day. Mothers and grandmothers took turns driving up to the camp Anyone wishing to take the CPR training should contact Tri-County Health at 676-5131 or Pioneer Memorial Hospital at 676-9133. Persons must be over 13 years of age and must be able to devote six hours of class room time to pass the course. Pansy Seehafer was elected lecturer to fill the vacancy left when Mrs. Vaughn resigned to become master. Don't forget visitation at Lexington the third Monday in June. Mrs. Ferida Majeske of Heppner and Mrs. Florence McMillan of Lexington re turned home Friday after a week in Portland where they attended the activities of the Rebekah State Assembly. They returned with Hilda Yocom and Delpha Jones, who were delegated from Holly lodge going down on Tuesday for three days of the session. UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST Proudly Presents The Annual l0m AUCTION June 4 Villows Grange Hall in dovntovn lone This is a public service advertisement sponsored bv rwiK OF D Eastern Oregon lone MEMBER. FEDERAL DEPOSIT to help with meals. Students were assigned dining hall chores. The 13 Riverside High School counselors involved in tne program were given a generous serving of praise by the A.C. Houghton teachers instructing the school. "The counselors just about do everything," one teacher noted. "It's part of a learning experience for them, as an authority figure." Much of the school was labeled a success because the students themsel ves were described as an exceptionally well behaved group. The students also had some observations on their outdoor experience. "It's gonna help us to live in the world," Terry Seel said. "We're learning to live with friends instead of just how to play with them," Debbie Wilson said. A St. The Carl W. Troedson Edu cational Fund Selection Com mittee met in the Morrow County School District office in Lexington on May 17 to select students to receive grants-in-aid for the 1977-78 school year. Selections were made on the basis of financial need, academic ability and the likelihood of success in post high school training, accord ing to John Edmundson, as sistant to the superintendent. The award recipients will be announced at graduation ex ercises in the county's three high schools this week. Pres ent college students whose grants have been renewed will receive direct notification by the committee. Committee members are Morrow County Judge Paul Jones, Valby Lutheran Church Pastor Mark Johnson and Morrow County School Supt. Matt Doherty. 10 a.m. INSURANCE CORPORATION 9 ! I PH tester waits anxiously. Business MEDICAL SUPPLIES HERMISTON DRUG Free prescription Mail Service. Open 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Gifts for all occasions. Snack Bar FURNITURE WILCOX FURNITURE AND APPLIANCES See us before you buy your color TV or stereo system . 254 W. Hermiston Ave. 567-2201 Hermiston CONSTRUCTION Circle "D" Trenching Licensed & Bonded Vermeer Trencher 14" wide x 8 deep 680 Case Hoe Septic Tanks, Etc. Dump Truck for Hire Robert Duncan 989-8493 AUTOMOTIVE Serving all this area for over 20 years. JONES RADIATOR SERVICE 1315 North 1st St. Hermiston, OR 97838 Ph. 567-6916 OPTOMETRIST DR. E.K. SCHAFFITZ Optometrist Next to Hotel Heppner entrance. 676-9465 Heppner -J r Fire starter blows "I learned that it is probably gonna take me two hours to catch a fish," Mike Longozo noted holding his handmade pole. The students will receive additional envi ronmental education in their classrooms in the weeks and years to come. Weather High Low Wed., May 18 65 39 Thurs., May 19 69 37 Fri., May 20 75 46 Sat., May 21 72 51 Sun., May 22 71 38 Mon., May 23 63 45 Tues., May 24 65 35 Total measurable precipi tation for May to date is 2.13 hundredths of an inch. C.B. SERVICE Terry's CB Consulting Service 155 Rock Street P.O. Box 356 Heppner "Fox Hunter" Ch.19 Terry Carter 676-5192 GLASS COMMERCIAL GLASS & ALUMINUM. INC. Store Front Systems Gyro-Tech Automatic Doors Glass Sales & Service MICK BURCH ETK 1 j Phone (503) T IJLvHl 922-4136 HjU JfJ P.O. Box 1413 tjiLsiil Umatilla, Ore. GYROh MONUMENTS SWEENEY MORTUARY Cemetery, grave markers. Granite, Marble, Bronze 24-Hr. phone 676-9600 or 676-9226 Also serving lone & Lexington Heppner P.O. Box 97 MEDICAL SUPPLIES MEDICAL CENTER PHARMACY Free mailing service on prescriptions. Hospital Supplies Open Mon. -Fri., 9-6p.m. Sat. 9-1 p.m. Located in the Medical Center, llOOSouthgate, Pendleton 276-1531 AUTOMOTIVE SHERRELL CHEVROLET INC. Complete Sales & Service 3rd & Main Hermiston S2 persistently. .28 Directory TITLE INSURANCE MORROW COUNTY ABSTRACT & TITLE CO. Title Insurance Office in Peters Bldg. 676-9912 Heppner HOME REPAIR UMATILLA READY-MIX Open every weekday, and Saturdays & Sundays if necessary. Ph. 676-9406 or 989-8467 FURNITURE 72&A r - ' H0ut.ui:.0w,fsi.; Curtis-Mathes TV Quasar TV, Norge & Admiral appliances. Largest selection of t furniture in the area. 2200 N.F. Hermiston 567-8960 WELDING JIM'S WELDING SERVICE Either in the shop or on the job. 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