Post by Paul Paulin on Nov 6, 2016 7:38:52 GMT -5
St. Catharines Game & Fish Association
General/Executive Meeting Minutes
Sept. 26, 2016
Executive Present: Mark P., Dave Martin, Darryl D., Dave Morrison, Paul P., Mike S., Steve J., Mike D., Ken Y., Bill B., Jerry M.
1. Mark asked how we could best commemorate the recent passing of the long time members: Jerry Barnett, thingy Vanstone, and Doug Ferrier.
There was a couple suggestions including a trophy presented and displayed at our Kids Day derby, a plaque erected at the club house. It was decided to revisit this issue at our Jan. meeting.
2. Mark introduced John Burnett, a health inspector with the Niagara Region Public Health Dept.
John gave an informative presentation on ticks and Lyme disease that included a lot of questions and experiences from the audience.
A tick is very small and can range in size from a poppy seed to a small grape (when engorged). They do not jump or fly.
Ticks are normally found in forested areas or areas with long grass, where they attach themselves to humans and animals passing by, especially rodents and ground birds.
On humans, ticks normally attach to areas such as the groin, armpits, hairline or behind the ears.
Two Types of Ticks in Niagara
Blacklegged / Deer Tick
Can carry and transmit the bacteria that cause Lyme disease
Usually found in forested areas
Very small and can be hard to see
Active in early spring and late fall
Black legged ticks have no white markings on the large part of their bodies
American Dog Tick
The most common tick found in the Niagara region
Does not carry the bacteria that cause Lyme disease
Usually found in areas with long grass and tree cover
About the size of an apple seed and reddish brown in colour
Active in the spring and summer
Dog ticks usually have white markings or silver-coloured spots
Removing Ticks
1. With fine tip tweezers, grasp the tick's head as close to the skin as possible
2. Slowly pull the tick away from the skin until it releases. Do not twist or crush the tick. Ensure all the mouth parts have been removed, otherwise the bite can become infected.
3. After removing the tick, wash the area with soap and water
Submit a Tick for Testing
If you think the tick is blacklegged or you cannot identify the tick, it can be submitted in clear, dry containers or double Ziploc bags to a Public Health office for testing.
Ticks will be identified by Public Health staff within 48 hours. If a blacklegged tick is identified, staff will consult with you on next steps.
There is no cost for tick identification and testing.
In Niagara, blacklegged ticks have often been found in the Wainfleet bog. However, it is possible to find blacklegged ticks outside of this area too. Remember to protect yourself no matter what area you are in.
Protect Yourself
• Wear light coloured clothing to help spot ticks
• Use insect repellents that contain DEET or Icaridin. Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
• Do daily full body checks on yourself, your children and pets after coming in from the outdoors
• Cut your grass and dispose of leaf litter where ticks can live
• Outdoor workers should shower or bath within two hours of being in forested or long grass areas
• Watch out for questionable diagnosis and treatment
For more information on Lyme disease, including symptoms, diagnosis and treatment, visit Health Canada or the Public Health Agency of Canada.
John handed out “Tick Identification” and “Removing Ticks” wallet cards, as well as a Tick Key, designed to aid in the removal of ticks.
3. Ramp and property
Paul to contact Bruce to ask him to contact Gilbert to find availability, hopefully first weekend after Thanksgiving. We will leave in #1 ramp over the winter. Paul will contact others to help with the removal.
Steve will look after getting the fire extinguishers recertified.
The clubhouse has been found in the unarmed security position.
We need a new weed whacker to cut down weeds. Mark will send out an email. Bruce has a contact for servicing.
A suggestion was made for a new leaderboard for the derbies where the names can be moved down the board instead of having to erase and rewrite. This can be done with Velcro or hooks or some other device?
4. Mark P.
Mark has discussed a new website design with a contact that will elevate the website from a bulletin board type to a full service web page type with incorporation/links to our discussion boards. This new design will also help with our online ticket sales/security. Approval was given with an estimated cost of $2,000 - $3,000.
4. Jerry M.
Gave a summary of the meetings, reports and recommendations regarding the FMZ 20 Council. There is a recommendation to reduce salmon stocking by 20% due to the 2 year classes of alewives that were decimated due to severe cold winters. Pen stocking will not be affected. Direct stocking numbers have not been determined yet.
Egg collection will happen on Oct. 4,5,6,11 and 12 at the Kraft site in Streetsville. Jerry will be going and can take a van load with him.
Tackle Share program has been very successful and there are plans to expand in 2017. Jerry will send out a reminder for donations.
5. Darryl D.
Darryl will be sending out thank you letters to all the derby sponsors but it is also important that our members thank our sponsors when they get a chance.
6. Dave M.
Was not able to produce a treasurer’s report for today but will have one at the January meeting that will include our year end results.
General/Executive Meeting Minutes
Sept. 26, 2016
Executive Present: Mark P., Dave Martin, Darryl D., Dave Morrison, Paul P., Mike S., Steve J., Mike D., Ken Y., Bill B., Jerry M.
1. Mark asked how we could best commemorate the recent passing of the long time members: Jerry Barnett, thingy Vanstone, and Doug Ferrier.
There was a couple suggestions including a trophy presented and displayed at our Kids Day derby, a plaque erected at the club house. It was decided to revisit this issue at our Jan. meeting.
2. Mark introduced John Burnett, a health inspector with the Niagara Region Public Health Dept.
John gave an informative presentation on ticks and Lyme disease that included a lot of questions and experiences from the audience.
A tick is very small and can range in size from a poppy seed to a small grape (when engorged). They do not jump or fly.
Ticks are normally found in forested areas or areas with long grass, where they attach themselves to humans and animals passing by, especially rodents and ground birds.
On humans, ticks normally attach to areas such as the groin, armpits, hairline or behind the ears.
Two Types of Ticks in Niagara
Blacklegged / Deer Tick
Can carry and transmit the bacteria that cause Lyme disease
Usually found in forested areas
Very small and can be hard to see
Active in early spring and late fall
Black legged ticks have no white markings on the large part of their bodies
American Dog Tick
The most common tick found in the Niagara region
Does not carry the bacteria that cause Lyme disease
Usually found in areas with long grass and tree cover
About the size of an apple seed and reddish brown in colour
Active in the spring and summer
Dog ticks usually have white markings or silver-coloured spots
Removing Ticks
1. With fine tip tweezers, grasp the tick's head as close to the skin as possible
2. Slowly pull the tick away from the skin until it releases. Do not twist or crush the tick. Ensure all the mouth parts have been removed, otherwise the bite can become infected.
3. After removing the tick, wash the area with soap and water
Submit a Tick for Testing
If you think the tick is blacklegged or you cannot identify the tick, it can be submitted in clear, dry containers or double Ziploc bags to a Public Health office for testing.
Ticks will be identified by Public Health staff within 48 hours. If a blacklegged tick is identified, staff will consult with you on next steps.
There is no cost for tick identification and testing.
In Niagara, blacklegged ticks have often been found in the Wainfleet bog. However, it is possible to find blacklegged ticks outside of this area too. Remember to protect yourself no matter what area you are in.
Protect Yourself
• Wear light coloured clothing to help spot ticks
• Use insect repellents that contain DEET or Icaridin. Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
• Do daily full body checks on yourself, your children and pets after coming in from the outdoors
• Cut your grass and dispose of leaf litter where ticks can live
• Outdoor workers should shower or bath within two hours of being in forested or long grass areas
• Watch out for questionable diagnosis and treatment
For more information on Lyme disease, including symptoms, diagnosis and treatment, visit Health Canada or the Public Health Agency of Canada.
John handed out “Tick Identification” and “Removing Ticks” wallet cards, as well as a Tick Key, designed to aid in the removal of ticks.
3. Ramp and property
Paul to contact Bruce to ask him to contact Gilbert to find availability, hopefully first weekend after Thanksgiving. We will leave in #1 ramp over the winter. Paul will contact others to help with the removal.
Steve will look after getting the fire extinguishers recertified.
The clubhouse has been found in the unarmed security position.
We need a new weed whacker to cut down weeds. Mark will send out an email. Bruce has a contact for servicing.
A suggestion was made for a new leaderboard for the derbies where the names can be moved down the board instead of having to erase and rewrite. This can be done with Velcro or hooks or some other device?
4. Mark P.
Mark has discussed a new website design with a contact that will elevate the website from a bulletin board type to a full service web page type with incorporation/links to our discussion boards. This new design will also help with our online ticket sales/security. Approval was given with an estimated cost of $2,000 - $3,000.
4. Jerry M.
Gave a summary of the meetings, reports and recommendations regarding the FMZ 20 Council. There is a recommendation to reduce salmon stocking by 20% due to the 2 year classes of alewives that were decimated due to severe cold winters. Pen stocking will not be affected. Direct stocking numbers have not been determined yet.
Egg collection will happen on Oct. 4,5,6,11 and 12 at the Kraft site in Streetsville. Jerry will be going and can take a van load with him.
Tackle Share program has been very successful and there are plans to expand in 2017. Jerry will send out a reminder for donations.
5. Darryl D.
Darryl will be sending out thank you letters to all the derby sponsors but it is also important that our members thank our sponsors when they get a chance.
6. Dave M.
Was not able to produce a treasurer’s report for today but will have one at the January meeting that will include our year end results.
