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Page 12 The INDEPENDENT, February 1, 2007 More anglers sought for Alsea River Feb. 2 is National Wear Red Day More anglers are needed to fish Alsea River and participate in the wild winter steelhead broodstock collection project. Collecting broodstock every year from December through May helps Alsea Hatchery offi- cials in the production of eggs and juveniles for future genera- tions of steelhead. “This is an important project because it creates a wild broodstock,” said Alsea Hatch- ery Manager Matt Frank. “Both wild and hatchery broodstock help spread out the peak of the run so anglers can enjoy good fishing for a longer period of time.” Everyone (men too!) can support the fight against heart disease in women by wearing red on February 2, National Wear Red Day. It’s a simple, powerful way to raise aware- ness of heart disease and stroke. By joining together with thousands of women, compa- nies and organizations, and cities across America, you’ll help the American Heart Asso- ciation support ongoing re- search and education about women and heart disease. National Wear Red Day has its own dress code. Wear your favorite red clothes or accesso- ry — a red blouse, a red dress Volunteers must be regis- tered, or fishing with a regis- tered angler, to participate in the project. Individuals can reg- ister with Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife at the Alsea Hatchery or Newport district of- fices, and will be required to sign a “Conditions of Volunteer Service” form for the State of Oregon. Only unmarked fish will be collected. Anglers should trans- port collected fish in PVC fish holding tubes (fish should be placed headfirst into holding tubes) or re-circulating trans- port totes (supplied by the hatcheries) to a pickup site. Participants need to contact the Alsea Hatchery at 541-487- 7240 immediately following their drop off. It is highly recommended that individuals refrain from overplaying or excessively fa- tiguing the fish and use cotton or wool gloves to handle fish. For more information call Matt Frank at Alsea Hatchery 541- 487-7240. pin, a fabulous red handbag — put on red lipstick, or sport a red tie and red socks. Go red in your own fashion to show your support for women and the fight against heart disease. Too few people realize that heart disease is the No. 1 killer of women (and men), but the good news is that heart dis- ease largely can be prevented. Spreading the Go Red For Women message, Love Your Heart raises awareness of heart disease and empowers women to reduce their risk. Contact your local American Heart Association, call 1-888- MY HEART. Artwork of astronaut Captain Alan Bean now showing in Seaside The artwork of renowned as- tronaut/artist Captain Alan Bean will be presented at Ernst & Ernst Collectors Gallery, 15 Broadway, Seaside, from Janu- ary 25 through February 19. This will be one of the stops in a country-wide traveling show of Bean’s artwork. A dozen men have walked on the moon, but only one artist. Alan Bean is an astro- naut, an explorer, a moonwalk- er and an artist. “I have been fortunate enough to see sights no other artist has ever seen,” said Captain Bean. “It was after I’d been to the moon that I found out I was given a gift with my art. And now I feel like I have the opportunity to tell one of the greatest stories of hu- mankind through my art. Space is our frontier and its explo- ration may be our generation’s greatest contribution to human history.” The art of Captain Alan Bean is published exclusively by The Greenwich Workshop of Sey- mour, Connecticut, and is avail- able only through authorized dealers. Greenwich Workshop is the leading publisher of limit- ed edition fine art in North America. Bean, Apollo XII astronaut, commander of Skylab II and artist, was born in 1932 in Wheeler, Texas. In 1950, he was selected for an NROTC scholarship at the University of Texas at Austin. He was com- missioned an ensign in the U.S. Navy in 1955. Holder of eleven world records in space and astronau- tics, as well as numerous na- tional and international honors, Captain Bean has had a most distinguished peacetime ca- reer. His awards include two NASA distinguished service medals, the Yuri Gagarin Gold Medal and the Robert J. Collier Trophy. 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When he wasn’t flying, Bean always enjoyed painting as a hobby. Attending night classes at St. Mary’s College in Mary- land in 1962, he experimented with landscapes. During train- ing and between missions as a test pilot and astronaut, he con- tinued with private art lessons. On space voyages, his artist’s eye and talent enabled him to document impressions of the moon and space to be pre- served later on canvas. His art reflects the aeronautical engi- neer’s attention to detail, the astronaut’s respect for the un- known, and the unabashed ap- preciation of a skilled painter. More on Vernonia Mayor’s Ball From page 9 or were hilarious in their at- tempts to auction items for charity that the mayor had do- nated. In addition to entertain- ment, attendees enjoyed black- jack or roulette, or watched a silent movie. The food was co- ordinated by Josette Mitchell and catered by Leonetti’s. Prime rib, chicken in mush- room sauce and the penné pasta received rave reviews from the diners. Under the direction of Paula Hanson, the decorations were breathtaking and tasteful. Han- son’s crew included Orissa Burghard, Rosemary Curtis, Ron Henderman and Linda Patterson. Over 4000 white twinkle lights, bundles of curly willow, and huge posters of the 1920s were used, while eight- foot-tall silhouettes danced on the walls. The event was not only a lot of fun for those in atten- dance, but will benefit all Ver- nonians as well, with $2,000 that will benefit local children and families. The Mayor’s Charity New Year’s Ball began in 2007 to raise funds to strengthen fami- lies and improve outcomes for children and youth. The council recognizes that healthy, happy children, youth and families im- prove the livability of a commu- nity. To accomplish this, the mayor collaborates with other groups to promote family and youth friendly projects. The skateboard park has been a dream for area youth since 1999 and the mayor will donate $500.00 to help realize this new park. Hands on Art be- gan with children and now serves the entire community with exposure to the arts. $500 will be donated to Hands on Art. The Learning Center is a community center that is afford- able, inclusive and available to anyone. The mayor has dele- gated $1000 to the center. Mayor Harrison expressed a special thank you to all the vol- unteers who donated time, desserts, artistic talents, mon- ey and spirit to make this event successful.
