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December 19, 2005
Howdy!!!
Well Christmas is finally upon us and I really can’t believe it. It seems
only yesterday that I moved to Devils Lake and now it’s been over a year. As I
look at x-mas, this year, it reminds me of many things but the things that stick
out the most is our kids during this time of year. Their anticipation of what
Santa might bring, their unwillingness to go to bed x-mas eve (they might miss
Santa) and most of all, their excitement of what this season really means. We
always got many questions about the meaning of Christmas and why we always had
to go to mid night mass. Funny thing is; they always remembered each year like
the back of their hand. I remember, still living on the farm, driving to Devils
Lake to pick up my Grandparents for x-mas dinner and card playing and then the
return to Devils Lake and driving around looking at the lights. My Grandparents
always enjoyed that drive to see the pretty lights everyone had lighting their
yard. Just this morning, I was reminded of the many Christmas concerts that my
kids use to be a part of and in a very fast way I felt quite old. I guess what
I am trying to say about this part of my article is enjoy this holiday season
for the true meaning of x-mas and as always enjoy your family and friends as we
never know what tomorrow will bring. I miss many parts of our old Christmas day
(including my grandparents) but there is always a new beginning for a new
tradition. “MERRY CHRISTMAS”
Shooting Sports!!!!!!
Our shooting sports certified volunteers are getting fired up for the
upcoming shooting sports season. They met last week and are offering classes
this winter season for both rifle and archery. Youth between the ages of 10-17
may register for the classes. The rifle classes will start January 12th,
with classes starting at 6-7:30 and 7:30-9 pm. They have set a registration
deadline of January 6th to set their classes and get the certified
instructors prepared for the classes. The cost will be $15 for the first
student in the family and $10 for each additional student. The monies are used
to defray the cost of targets, pellets and other misc. items. The classes will
be held in the basement of the Memorial building. For more information and to
register please stop by or call the Extension office at 701-662-7027. Class
size is limited to 12 students per session, so hurry on in and register your
students.
The Archery classes will start February 2nd and will run for 5 weeks, with another class to start March 9th and run for 5 weeks. These classes are also offered to youth between the ages of 10-17. The class times will also start at 6 and 7:30 consecutively. The March session will include one session for students that have taken the beginner class. The classes will be held in the Armory, adjoining to the Memorial building. Class sizes are limited to 6 students per class. SO HURRY ON IN AND REGISTER YOUR STUDENT FOR EITHER CLASS. Call or stop by the Extension office at 701-662-7027.
Christmas Trees????
Be very careful this Christmas season with your Christmas trees. Keep them
watered and as always do not leave your lights on while unattended. I found
that by using a hand spray bottle and giving the branched a shot of water every
other day seemed to help give life to the tree and may help reduce the dryness
of the tree.
Calendar!!!!!!
January 4-5 Lake Region
Roundup, Devils Lake, Memorial building
February 23
Marketing meeting (K.C. Hall) 10:30 am. with a noon meal
524 4th Ave NE #5, 2nd Floor Ramsey County Courthouse
Devils Lake ND 58301
701-662-7027
email - ramsey@ndsuext.nodak.edu
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