I think we can all let our breath go, as we have witnessed a successful seeding season, void of injury or accident. A nice shower Wednesday night was just what the doctor ordered. How can it get so dry so fast after so much snow? At seeding time and harvest I rekindle the knowledge that, no matter where we live or what we do for a living, a farmer produces the food we eat. Take a minute and thank a farmer.
Speaking of farmers and farms, two local farm families were recently recognized and awarded the provincial century farm award. Robert Allchurch farms the land first settled by his grandfather a hundred years ago. Jessie Konopelski and son Daniel farm the land that was first turned over by Jessie's father in law one century ago. In both cases the farms have been in the family for three generations. The awards were presented at a program in Saskatoon.
Generation by generation, the landscape changes. This month our community has said its final goodbyes to two of its members. Hattie Fuchs passed away at the age of 95 and, although she has not lived in Rabbit Lake for some years, she was remembered by many for her years of service as postmistress and storekeeper at the Meeting Lake Store and Post Office located east of Rabbit Lake on the east edge of the "spruce bluff." Nothing remains of the business but memories. Hattie's funeral was held in North Battleford May 31.
Bernie Schliemann was born here at Rabbit Lake and lived almost his entire life in the community. He was employed at the Rabbit Lake hospital for many years. Bernie's funeral was held in Rabbit Lake June 8. The community sends its condolences to both families.
I am pleased to report Mal Buckingham is recovering. He is determined to be at his auction sale June 10.
Congratulations to Bernie and Florence Toews of Mayfair. They celebrated their 50th anniversary June 8 in Mayfair.
About a week ago Rick Cameron dropped into the store to say that Lost Horse Wildlife Federation was planning to stock Meeting Lake with walleye. Approximately 350,000 walleye eggs from Saskatchewan Environment were incubated in a hatchery on Lehman Creek and then later released into Meeting Lake. In talking to Rick I found it interesting to note that the whole project of collecting the eggs, monitoring the incubation and the final release is done by way of volunteers. Just one more example of how volunteers make a difference. Do you ever wonder where the money goes when you buy a wildlife membership?
Last weekend the Zone 1 square and round dancers held their 32nd annual campout and dance at Meeting Lake Regional Park. Approximately 65 dancers enjoyed the calling of local callers during the afternoons and then enjoyed Eldon Neudorf of Aberdeen for the evening dance.
So what is coming up in the Rabbit Lake area in the next while? The local library is starting a preschool story time Tuesday, June 11, at 9:45 a.m. There is no cost; however an adult must accompany the children.
Sandwith is once again holding its annual Father's Day brunch June 16. Proceeds go to maintaining the Sandwith Hall. Also June 16, the Rabbit Lake and District Museum is holding a noontime picnic followed by an afternoon of gospel music. This is a new twist on the former annual church service and picnic. Bring a lawn chair and enjoy the music.
Of course we are busy getting ready for the 25th annual Carlton Trail County Music Jamboree July 5, 6 and 7. Headliners this year are Dean Brody, Brad Johner and the Johner Boys, Donnie Parenteau, Jess Moskaluke, Kira Isabella and Carroll Baker. Advance tickets are available until June 24. Come out to Rabbit Lake and have some fun at the jamboree hill!
