by Charles S. Graves
from Before the White man Came c1934

The redwood canoe as made by the Indians of the lower Klamath is the most artistic of all the caoes used by the different tribes, and is made in this manner:

They select a log of suitable size and split it in half. They then take one half and trim it down, top and bottom un til they get it in proper shape. They then hew out the inside until they have it on an equal thickness. then they cut out the seat, leaving two cleats to brace the feet afainst when rowing or when using the paddle. The paddle is used for rowing, they do not use oars. A hole is made in each corner of the canoe, through which a haxel withe is put around the end of the canoe and drawn very tight. Thius prevents the canoe from splitting should it strike a rock.
In operating the canoe, the Indians believe that it should have a heart, otherwise it would be a dead boat. So he leaves a round knob about three inches across a short distance back from the bow and so long as the heart is there he feels safe, knowing that the canoe is alive.
The canoe pictured here is the property of the author (Charles S. Graves).

Alan Dyar presents plaque for Citizen of the Year

See Information on the Citizen of the Year on the Community Page,
High School District Meeting on the Youth & Children Page,
and, Coming soon:
News of St. Pat’s Dinner on the Arts & Entertainment page
of HAPPY CAMP NEWS!

Daylight saving begins on the second Sunday in March and ends on the first Sunday in November, when clocks are turned back an hour.

The United States doesn’t require Daylight Savings Time but Arizona and Hawaii are the only states not to bother. It is required that if a locality does have Daylight Savings time it must be at the same date and time. Clocks spring ahead before the actual beginning of spring, which doesn’t begin until March 20.

If daylight saving upsets your sleep timetable, try turning in 15 minutes earlier and waking up 15 minutes earlier for several nights in advance to get your internal time clock ready for the hour change.

Experts say not to sleep late that Sunday. so getting up for early for Church should help!

If the change proves troublesome long term, avoid reading, eating or watching TV in bed. Still awake? Go for complete quiet and darkness, and a slightly cooler temperature in your room. Pets and children will need help adjusting so, as always, plan ahead and be prepared to make a smooth and gradual transition for them.

The good news is that spring is nearly here!

NEW ARTICLES:
HC Chamber of Commerce on Elections Start New Year
Happy Camp Citizen of the Year Awarded
Happy Camp High School Remodeling Again
HC Cub Scouts Celebrate Scout Sunday
Domestic Violence Project by High School Students
Library Crisis Comes to our Community

March 1, 2011 Minutes

Dinah called the meeting to order and Kirk was asked to open in prayer.
Dinah expressed appreciation for Cathleen Searle and all she has done.

Minutes of February meeting were lost on Cats computer crash and will be recovered later.

James gave Treasurer’s report which is also on the Web Site with copies of bank statements. (Linda Martin has volunteered to help with the Web Site) Balance is $1,399 plus membership tonight is additional. Working balance (undesignated) is $1,195.70. Holy Smoke and Pizza House have sent in membership most recently.
Director’s comments: Terri thanked Dinah for her work with the Chamber.

Advertising Committee: James reported on the three-fold brochure the committee is working on.with map of Happy Camp and Directory of all Chamber members listed
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Chicks with Sticks on 96 are working out when weather is rainy at 9 a.m. at Forest Lodge (FLM.)
Director of Year Award was presented to Dinah for her courage and good heart to do what’s right even when the situation was difficult!

Votes were Counted: Nominated and receiving votes to serve on the board of directors were: James Buchner, :Linda Martin, Cathleen Searle, Rosemary Boren, Judy Bushy, Montine Blevins, Roberta Lantow, Terri Winslow, Roberta (Bobi) Arneson and Ray Arneson, Lou Tiraterra, Sr, also volunteered to do any legal research or help.

Present at the meeting were Dinah Sulipeck, Cathleen Searle, James Buchner, Rosemary Boren, Mel, Kirk Eadie, Montine Blevins, Terri Winslow, Linda Martin, Ray & Bobi Arneson, Lydia Elston, Dolly Elston, Wayne Elston, Roberta & Ron Lantow, Lou Tiraterra Sr. Roberta Collum, Nena Creasy, and Judy Bushy.

Directly Following the Annual Meeting, ten new directors met to decide upon the officers for the coming year to March 31, 2012.

James nominated Cathleen for President., Vice President is Rosemary Boren. Treasurer will conyinue to be James Buchner. Linda agreed to be the secretary as well as keep the Website. Judy to assist with the minutes. Ray & Bobi , Roberta, Montine, and Terri Winslow are the general directors.

April monthly meeting will be in the evening of Tuesday, April 5th

Lou advised that the Bylaws should be updated and changed in any way that the Directors would like. Only things that can’t be changed are like the Franchise Tax Board, and other legal requirements.
Membership Committee– Rosemary volunteered

Suggested that we need a committee to raise funds.

An additional meeting was suggested that would prepare for the April 5th meeting and will be March 15th. Montine will check and see if the Elk Creek Campground Recreation Room is available for that meeting.
It was suggested that we have December and January off, after the Community Tree Lighting.
April 9th is the next meeting of the Advertising committee at Pizza House, who is a member.

Come prepared on March15th with 5 things you want to see the Chamber do for the Community in the coming year. Also discuss VISION of bringing business to businesses in our community and how to implement vision at that time.