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Hoodland Fire to Host Open House on Nov 7
HARVESTING FALL FUN AND GAMES
By Hoodland Fire District For The Mountain Times
Hoodland Fire District is holding an open house for members of the public to learn about efforts to replace the main fire station. This is the first of two open house events. Attendees will be able to tour the existing station, learn about the proposed location and see floor plans for the new fire station. Attendees will also have the chance to share their preferences on the new building’s exterior design. See OPEN HOUSE Page 4
Principal Payne leading the parade.
By Marie Kennedy The Mountain Times
On Oct. 25, Welches students, staff and parent volunteers celebrated the annual Welches Harvest Festival, a
much-anticipated day of costumes, games and fall fun. All came dressed for the occasion. Festivities started at 10 a.m., with classes gathering in the elementary
stage area to pick out their pumpkins, smaller ones but perfect nonetheless. Werewolves and fairies, witches, SWAT team officers, ballerinas See HARVESTFEST Page 12
Heidi Celebrates 9th Birthday at Timberline Lodge Since Timberline Lodge was built in 1937, the tradition of having resident St. Bernards has lived on through the decades and is a favorite of our guests. The tradition continues to this day with Heidi and Bruno. Heidi is celebrating her 9th birthday with us on November 9 from 1-3 p.m. Join us for cake and pictures with the birthday girl. Heidi’s birthday party will take place in the Barlow Room at Timberline Lodge. Free admission and everyone is welcome!
To celebrate, our retail outlets are offering a 20% discount on dog merchandise all weekend (Friday through Sunday), including Portland Pet Food dog treats, Pride Bites toys and accessories, and Wolfgang collars, leashes, and accessories. Visit the Wy'East Store in the Day Lodge or the Gallery Gift Shop in the lodge and shop for your fur baby!
HIKING WITH HEIDI OR BRUNO A true Timberline experience! Enjoy a leisurely hike or snowshoe with our St. Bernard mascot and her handler. Hikes with Heidi are $150 and last 45 minutes.
Bottled water, trail mix, and doggie treats included! Please call 800-5471406 for availability and reservations. HISTORY The history of St. Bernards at Timberline is an interesting tale indeed. St. Bernards, as most people know, are commonly associated with snow-capped mountains. These large dogs are resistant to cold and have an uncanny sense of smell and direction. They earned their name for saving lives in the Alps’ St. Bernard Pass between Switzerland and Italy in the 1700s. St. Bernards have See HEIDI Page 4
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