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Pumpkin Patch in the Park 2023

Posted on Oct 21, 2023

As the dawn broke over Stan Clarke Park last Saturday, a jolly band of Rotary Pumpkineers joined Squamish BIA members and a crew from Sea to Sky Couriers to create the Pumpkin Patch in the Park.

500 pumpkins were spread around the park, tents were erected, games were set up, and the BBQ was lit.

All was ready for 10am when the kids and adults arrived, many in costume, to select their pumpkin(s) by donation, have faces painted, dance to the music, go on the trick-or-treat adventure, do some Halloween crafts and play the games.

And for the hungry, the hot dog crew was busy cooking and serving up the Rotary Dog-in-a-Bun.

The proceeds will be going to the Squamish Welcome Centre and the Rotary Club of Squamish’s Oceanfront Playground fund.

For more pictures, go HERE.

'Cocktails and Canapés for a Cause' GALA & AUCTION - a Huge Success!

Posted on Oct 16, 2023

On Saturday evening, over 90 Rotarians and guests braved the wind and rain to celebrate Rotary and fundraise for three projects. With over $20K in auction items, there was something available to bid on for everyone......

Please read Lynda Rocha's perspective of the evening HERE.

Ross Dickson writes:

It was a full house at the golf club Saturday night as Squamish Rotarians, friends and family members enjoyed a gala evening in support of our three local and international projects.
The food was delicious and the bidding came fast and furious as guests bid on a variety of items, all donated to help raise funds for the worthy causes. It was also an opportunity for people to break out their best outfits and shake off the covid blues on the dance floor while visiting with colleagues and friends.
Many thanks to our generous supporters for donating so many prizes and congratulations to all the organisers, and to the participants for their attendance.

Although the final tally is still to come, it is anticipated that the funds raised will exceed expectations.

GALA & Auction Fundraiser - Oct 14th

Posted by Brian Finley

You are invited!

GALA & AUCTION fundraiser.

In support of our Community & International projects.

► The playground at the Sp’akw’us Feather Park on the Squamish Oceanfront.

► The John Gullo Home for Children in Mexico.

► The Center of Hope Refuge for Girls in the Philippines.

There will be over $17,000 in auction items for you to bid on.

Saturday October 14th @ 6:00pm.

Squamish Valley Golf Club.

For tickets email to squamishrotaryevents@gmail.com.

Tour of Sp’akw’us Feather Park

Posted on Sep 21, 2023

Carlos Zavarce, member and Mathews West Development Manager, gave us the opportunity to visit the Sp’akw’us Feather Park, part of the Squamish Oceanfront project. He led us on a tour of the plaza, the beach frontages, and the site of the future playground. Then we had the opportunity to go inside the Presentation Centre and Brew Pub which is an all mass timber building currently under construction. As a teaser, Carlos showed us the area which could be the future home for Rotary meetings. It was exciting to see the progress finally being made on this huge project after so many years in the planning and negotiation stages.

Adopt a Village in Laos

Posted on Sep 07, 2023

Our guest this week was Steve Rutledge, President of the charitable organisation Adopt A Village in Laos (AAVIL).

Serving more than 65 villages (over 35,000 rural villagers), AAVIL provides support with family water filters, permanent water supplies, water tanks, taps and pipe, schools, toilets, sanitation & hygiene, student support and so much more for its residents, with new projects being announced each year.

In the photo, Steven is demonstrating the water filter that has been distributed to hundreds of families to provide safe, clean drinking water. The filters are made locally in Laos and each can service a family of 8 for many years.

If you would like to donate a water filter please see this BROCHURE; the cost is only C$125.

BC Wildfire Relief 2023 Announcement

Posted on Aug 23, 2023

The three Rotary Districts in BC most affected by the raging wildfires have released an announcement outlining ways in which support and relief can be provided to first responders, evacuees, or those suffering from loss of homes or loved ones.

For ways you can offer support please click HERE.

Visit to Backcountry Brewing

Posted on Aug 10, 2023

This week we were at Backcountry Brewing for our lunch meeting. General Manager Stefan Hebert took us on an interesting and engaging tour of the brewery and gave us some insights into the craft beer scene in Squamish. The food and the service was exceptional. If you haven't been, it would be an enjoyable visit with friends and family.

Rotary Beef BBQ 2023

Posted on Aug 06, 2023

Once again our Rotary Beef BBQ 2023 was held during the Squamish Days Loggers Sports Festival on August 5th & 6th 2023. This is our club's signature event and we have been doing it every year since the club formed in 1966.

Over the two days we slow roasted 1600 lbs of Canada Grade AAA beef over a bed of alder, and served over 2600 beef-in-a-bun sandwiches (including 275 lbs of fried onions). We sold out on both days!

Many thanks to our members, fellow Rotarians, friends, family, and colleagues for volunteering your time and energy to make the event run smoothly and such great fun!

Click HERE to see the photos.

Out on the Range

Posted on Jul 20, 2023

On a very warm evening, some of us gathered at the driving range at Squamish Valley Golf Club to practise our golf swing and demonstrate our skills. The results were mixed!

After the range, we joined more members & friends in the pleasant air-conditioned restaurant for a cold drink and something to eat.

Many thanks to Scott Wengi for organising & hosting us.

2023-24 Presidential Initiatives

Posted on Jul 14, 2023

Rotary International President Gordon McInally is passionate about mental health and helping remove the stigma that sometimes prevents people from getting quality care.

During this year, 2023-24, Gordon will focus on three initiatives that Create Hope in the World:

♦ prioritizing mental health,

♦ building peace through virtual exchanges,

♦ and empowering girls.

Learn more about Gordon’s presidential initiatives.

Family Picnic in Rose Park

Posted on Jul 06, 2023

We kicked off the new Rotary year with some old-fashioned fun at a family picnic in Rose Park. We had games, like 3-legged races, marble-on-spoon races, water balloon toss, and Timberrr.

There were a couple of BBQs to cook up some smokies and burgers to go along with the salads and watermelon. It was great to see the kids (and grown-ups) having such a good time.

More photos HERE.

Kevin Haberl is our new President for 2023-24

Posted on Jul 03, 2023

On Wednesday June 21^st, at Centrepoint in downtown Squamish, Kevin Haberl was installed as President of the Rotary Club of Squamish for the 2023-24 Rotary Year.

Kevin will take office on July 1^st, along with his new executive team.

A long-time resident of Squamish, Kevin has had a career in the forestry industry.

He joined Rotary in 2009 and has held several executive positions, most recently as Chair of the club’s Rotary Foundation committee which supports the Rotary Foundation of Rotary International whose mission is “to advance world understanding, goodwill, and peace by improving health, providing quality education, improving the environment, and alleviating poverty”.

During his talk to the assembled members and guests, Kevin remarked “despite the recent challenges, our club here in Squamish has been weathering the changes very well; we are a strong club, and we are in a really good position to grow and lead into the future in our community. This strength is largely due to the leadership of the many Past Presidents that have each contributed to the foundation that our club rests on”.

Sk̲wx̲wú7mesh Squamish Together celebrations.

Posted on Jul 01, 2023

On Saturday, July 1st, Rotary members and friends had a fun time looking after the Kids Zone at the Canada Day - Sk̲wx̲wú7mesh Squamish Together celebrations.

Junction Park was full of families all day enjoying the music, food trucks, vendor stalls, and just hanging out and having fun.

Many thanks past President Lynda and Kerry Neal of the Downtown Squamish BIA for organising a great event.

more photos HERE.

Installation Dinner & Evening - 21 June 2023

Posted on Jun 21, 2023

President Kevin & AG Liz New members Tony Adamson & Henry Marsden (on left)

Our Executive Team for the 2023-24 Rotary Year

Brian (PR), Tania (programs), Victoria (treasurer), Kevin (President), Kyla (secretary), Eddie (community), Anna (international), Liz (AG), Glen (membership), Jack (Foundation), Ross (Youth)

On Wednesday evening, June 21st, at Centrepoint in downtown Squamish, we celebrated the solstice as Assistant Governor Liz Scroggins installed incoming President Kevin Haberl and our Executive Team for the new 2023-24 Rotary year.

In addition, we inducted two new members; Tony Adamson sponsored by Kyla Paine, and Henry Marsden sponsored by Mike Nasu.

Other presentations included a Paul Harris award to Barry Wetter for his service on the International committee over many years; a thank you to Bob Fast for offering his office space for some of our meetings & events and storing our paraphernalia; and a special gift from Lynda Rocha to Kevin & Vicki of an art poster depicting the Four Way Test in the Haisla pictorial language.

The dinner menu was prepared by Left Coast Catering and served by new residents from Syria.

More photos are at Installation Evening - June 21st 2023 .

Visit to the Downtown School Farm

Posted on Jun 08, 2023

On Thursday June 8th, we joined SquamishCAN for a visit to the Downtown School Farm.

Krystle tenBrink, Executive Director, gave an introduction and background to the farm and the curriculum that has been developed for the senior and elementary schools. The program provides an introduction to food literacy, sustainability, and opportunities in the food industry.

Farm manager Sasha Wilmott then led us on a tour around the field and through the greenhouse, explaining what has been planted, by who, and plans for harvesting.

The goals of the School Farm include:

► To provide fresh, nutritious, sustainably-grown and culturally appropriate food for families, community members, and nearby schools.

► To increase food literacy in students through hands-on learning, connection to land, and various course integrations.

We supported the School Farm with a $8,000 grant in 2022, and this year built some garden beds.