A couple of warm, above 25 C days brought the leaves out on the trees and new growth on spring flowers. The crocuses which grow where there is native grass have been plentiful and beautiful this spring. Buffalo beans and purple violets are now blooming and buttercups are beginning to appear. Spring is actually here!
The annual Waseca Walkathon, sponsored by the community centre, held May 3 was an event enjoyed by 18 adults and 15 children. The participation of all walkers was appreciated.
Although the walkathon has been a spring event for many years, first initiated by the recreation board and, for the last four years, sponsored by the community centre, it is now an annual event. The participation of members of Maidstone Weight Watchers and former Waseca residents is really appreciated.
For adults the walk begins at the community centre and is completed at the Waseca Battle River bridge, a distance of a little more than 10 kilometres. The children, walking or riding bikes, trikes or in strollers, begin at the centre and walk to the cemetery. All walkers are then transported back to the centre for refreshments.
Among the drivers were Doug McLaine, Mern Key and Willie Pluhowy, who checked on the walkers, keeping them supplied with water and encouragement. The children participating in the walk were presented with medals to commemorate the event.
It is interesting to see the numbers each year and visit with regular walkers who have participated annually, and to have new participants who have just recently heard of this annual event.
The proceeds from this event will be used to install much needed new windows in the centre.
Spring sports, participated in by Waseca students at Maidstone School, are mainly soccer and ball and preparation for the annual field day.
The next public event to be held in Waseca will be the Father's Day brunch and raffle draw. Posters can already be seen.
