16 - Friday. July 17 1992 - Narth Shore News HOME & GARDEN Planting makes a difference “PLANTING TREES is a positive action — something you can do that can really make 2. difference,’” says Randy Butcher, Forestry Canada coordinator of Tree Plan Canada in Victoria. Under the umbrella of Tree Plan Canada, the federally funded National Community Tree Foun- dation will oversee the distribution of $55 million across Canada to promote irce-planting in cities, towns, and Tural areas. I's this initiative that has Butcher excited. “Amid — con- troversy and = concern for our forests and our environment, | see this as a way for people — ordi- nary people fike you and I — to proactively make a difference, not only to beautify our communities but to attack air pollution. to conserve energy and reduce global warming,’’ he says. A large ambition, but Butcher is enthusiastically undaunted by the task ahead. He is spending his time encouraging community groups, businesses and individuals to plan tree-planting projects. “Pm inviting proposals for Reducing risk of summer wildfires HOT TIPS North Vancouver District Fire Department FIRE HAZARD — HIGH. This is a sign that we may see frequently this summer on the North Shore and in the many areas our summer travels take us. AS summer progresses the out- doors become increasingly dry so that even several days of rain will have a minimal effect on these conditions. : The District of North Van- couver Fire Department offers these tips on how you can reduce the risk of outdoor wildfires: @ When camping, hiking or cycl- ing in wooded areas, carry all your garbage out with you when you leave. @ Reflected sunlight from a metal can or magnified through glass can easily start a fire. @ Never discard smokers’ materi- als out of a vehicle window — always use the ashtray. @ Keep matches and lighters away from children: children play- ing with flame account for a large percentage of tree and bush fires within the community during summer months. @ When camping, use only des- ignated locations for campfires. Keep the fire small and always en- sure it is well doused before walk- ing away from it. @ When using cooking cquip- ment, follow the manufacturer's instructions and be careful not to use the equipment close to tents or overhanging trees. Whenever enjoying our beautiful outdoors, act as though the tire hazard is high — no need to wait for the signs to be posted! For further information on how to enjoy a fire-safe summer, call the District. of North Vancouver Fire Department non-emergency number, 980-7575, or yeur loca! fire department, tree-planting prejects from throughout die provinge” he says. “We can offer technical in- formation to help develop these projects and then 1 forward the project application to the Founda- tion for funding approval. ”* The foundation is looking for private donations to complement the federal monies carmarked for the initiative. Butcher iy also look- ing for donations in the form of seedlings and expertioe. He believes the sinanecial com- mitment of communities and businesses will go far to make this a successful effort in’ improving the environment: and in giving people the opportunity to par- ticipate in a positive way. “Pouring government money into a program does not ensure its success no matter how lofty the aims.”’ says Butcher. “1 believe a financial commitment on the part of concerned communities will en- sure success.”" Success, he explains, will be ev- ident in the numbers of trees planted (325 million across Nn WE ame Canada in the next six years are projected) bur will be measured over the long term in che natural value of trees to the environment, Trees reduce pollution by clean- ing particles our of the air, pro- ducing oxygen and helping to cool and circulate the air. Trees con- serve energy by the shelter they provide. They absorb carbon dioxide, helping to remedy the Greenhouse Effect. Trees stop erosion by blocking the wind and holding the soil and softening the impact of heavy tainfall. They provide a habitat for wildlife. sheltering and feeding many species of animals and birds, and add value to homes and recreational areas. The next step is to contact Randy Butcher at Forestry Canada (604-363-0600) for help in developing your proposal and for other information. “Each of us can make a dif- ference,"” he says. ‘‘And planting trees makes a difference not only today bur for generations to come."* SUMMER KitchenAid: Cas Bi Get °F 2° cash Back On a KitchenAict Dishwasher or ———— = cet *4@@.°° cash Back On a KiechenAia Dishwasher when purchased with other selected KiechenAia appliances Get this sizzling Hot Summer deal, plus other valuable KitchenAid Cash Back savings during the KitchenAid Cash Back event. See us for details. 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