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Montana Farmers' Union Membership Director, Justin Loch, was recently at Big Sandy and gave a presentation to the Sunshine Snippers 4-H Club about ATV Safety. Justin said, "Montana averages one ATV accident death per month. Last June there were three." He brought with him an ATV simulator. The members took turns getting on it while he moved it up and down and to each side. While each child rode the simulator while he told them how they should react and ride the ATV. It was clearly evident that...
April is Autism Month. It is best explained by the following press release. "Autism is a developmental disability that affects how a person communicates with and relates to, other people. It also affects how they make sense of the world around them. It is a spectrum condition. This means that, while all people with autism share certain difficulties, their condition will affect them in different ways." Cat Lopez an Elementary Paraprofessional said, "I work with students with Autism, but it is...
May Gardening Notes As we begin spring management of our horticultural landscapes, here are a few reminders for the month of May. • Graft fruit trees from mid -April to early May. • Abort crab apple fruit with ethephon or naphthaleneacetic acid. • Prune lylacs right after bloom. • Stems cut off clean are a sign of rabbit damage. Stems cut off ragged are a sign of deer damage. • Electric fence smeared with peanut butter and molasses can deter deer. • Keep raspberry walkway clear of suckers. • Destroy tent caterpillars. • Plant peas and lettuc...
Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks hunter education course dates have been set for many areas across Region 6 and northeast Montana. All hunter education classes are free of charge. Many classes are being held prior to the May 1 application deadline for moose, sheep and goat, and June 1 for deer B, elk B, and antelope. In the next few months, classroom courses (for youth) are being held at the following sites, with the start date listed: Wolf Point: April 24 Circle: April 25 Havre: May 9 Glasgow: May 20 Bainville: June 1 Poplar: June 7 Sidney:...
The Big Sandy Theater Presents "Bed Time Stories as told by Dad who Messed it Up". This will be Big Sandy's first play for many years being presented on April 27 at 6:00 PM and April 28th at the Big Sandy High School. A handful of adults and a wide age range of children have worked for two months to present a play for our community and besides entertainment there are other reason such great efforts need to be rewarded. The Missoula Children's Theater recently presented a play working with 42...
Individuals who have diabetes are at higher risk for mouth health problems such as gingivitis (early stage of gum disease), periodontitis (serious gum disease), thrush (infection caused by fungus growing in the mouth), dry mouth (soreness, ulcers, infections and cavities). Gingivitis is a concern because the germs (plaque) work to destroy your gums and bone around your teeth. Cleaning the plaque and tartar away, helps to prevent gingivitis. Periodontitis is a more serious gum disease and more likely to develop because of high blood glucose...
Per the statement sent to the Mountaineer from the Big Sandy School Board. “As an essential part of its budgeting process, the Big Sandy Board of Trustees is authorized by law to impose levies to support its budget. The Big Sandy Board of Trustees estimates the following increases/decreases in revenues and mills for the funds noted below for the next fiscal school year beginning July 1, 2019, using certified taxable valuations from the current fiscal school year as provided to the district:” The law requires if there is a possibility of a res...
Once again, the annual Easter Egg Hunt will be held this Saturday, April 20th. It starts at 11:00 AM sharp at the Big Sandy Airport. You must be on time, because the whole thing is over in a matter of minutes. There are four age groups with each age group in an area of its own. The four age groups are 0-3 years of age, 3-5 years of age, Kindergarten and1st grade, 2nd and 3rd grade, and lastly grades 4 and 5. After the egg hunt the Barracuda Swim Team will be serving a pulled pork sandwich meal...
This weekend the BSHS music program took the band and choir to the district music festival in Malta. The students were directed by Mrs. Walker who is substituting for Mrs. Robertson while she is on maternity leave with her new baby boy! Mrs. Walker is doing a wonderful job picking up for Mrs. Robertson and seems to be enjoying another year of teaching. Mrs. Walker has taught at Big Sandy Schools for a long time before she retired five years ago. The seniors were especially happy that they get...
Brad Moore and Dave Schwarzbach are teaching Hunters Safety again this year. Brad said, "We talk about the prevention of hunting accidents which are caused by 99% human error." He absolutely enjoys teaching hunters safety. He started to teach when they moved back to Big Sandy because they needed instructors. Dave Schwarzbach is still teaching as well. I asked Dave how long he has taught and he said, "I don't remember, I'll have to look it up." He called me back and he's taught it for 18 years....
Layne Taylor, Ag teacher and FFA advisor said, "I am so proud of our Big Sandy FFA kids. They are so respectful and delightful. They represent our chapter and community so we'll. I am excited to celebrate and share some of their successes. Our Agronomy team placed 5th, with Erin Taylor placing 10th, and Katherine Bold placing 13th. Our Farm Business Management team placed 9th, with Hope Gasvoda leading the team placing 11th. Finally, our Livestock Judging team placed 13th. We had 5 members...
Keep an eye out for Grass Tetany Grass tetany is a metabolic disease of cattle associated with grazing lush, green pasture. The condition is caused by low blood concentrations of magnesium, which is a required mineral for cattle. When pastures are growing rapidly in the spring, grass may not contain adequate amounts of magnesium to meet requirements. High potassium and crude protein concentrations found in rapidly growing forage complicate the grass tetany issue by interfering with the absorption of magnesium from the rumen. Magnesium...
Join the Emperor, his friends and subjects, and the busy Silkworms this Friday, April 19th, when the Missoula Children’s Theatre and more than 50 local students present an original musical adaptation of the Hans Christian Andersen classic, THE EMPEROR’S NEW CLOTHES. Playing the title character of the Emperor is local student Everett Works. Other featured performers include Heather Sherburn as ManyPenny, Faith Cator as Royal Scholar Roxy, and Harley LaBuda as Royal Scholar Red. The King will be Josh Hagen and the Queens will be Brianna Ter...
Every day we are faced with making decisions. They range from minor to major decisions. Some people can make decisions quickly while other people need time and information to make a decision. I recently attended a training which included a simple method to use when making a decision. I hope you find it as a useful tool if you are faced with a decision in the near future. It really helps to write it out and include the individuals who the decision will impact, such as family members, including kids. Here are the steps: 1. Identify the options....
A creative writing club will have their first organizational meeting Tuesday April 23rd starting at 4:00 at the grade school library. Snacks will be provided. The club is open to any want-to-be writer from the 2nd grade up. Since this is an organizational meeting discussion will take place, at the meeting, of how often to meet and what each member would like to see happen. However, there will be writing assignments also given at the meeting. Grade school students will be separated from older members. If you have any questions or comments call...
Big Sandy has sent a number of its children to Seattle's Children Hospital. Hudson Baumgarm will be leaving to have another open-heart surgery on June 5th leaving Big Sandy June 1st. He wants to take with him gifts for the children who are patients in Seattle Children's. It started as an idea at Sunday School but they knew the community would want to gather up gifts as well. All gifts will be picked up and will be blessed May 26 at Christ Lutheran Church. Boxes will be at the Library, The...
The Great Falls Art show was important to Craig because, "I want to share what I've done. The picture I put in the judging show wasn't because I wanted to win, but I wanted to stand out. The reason it is showcased in my room is because it is striking, because there is somebody who wants that graphic on their wall. A piece like that, might keep somebody from coming in because it says it's not about animals." The crow picture was taken on their farm. "When I see something that I find interesting,...
The grade school students can earn a Golden Ticket Award for positive behavior. The idea comes from the Montana Behavioral Initiative (MBI). A group of teachers received training and implemented the program this January. It is a proactive approach in creating an atmosphere where students learn how best to behave. It gives support for the behaviors they want to see in the school. The behaviors including how to be respectful, responsible and safe. Heather Wolery, Big Sandy School Principal said,...
Montana Farmers Union Arrowhead Camp in the Highwood Mountains registration opens today. Although you can register until two weeks before the camp starts the Junior Camps for ages 8-12 fill up within 12 days. Each camp has 30 boys and 30 girls, so, if you want your child to attend you will need to act quickly. Junior Camp I, Ages 8-12--June 16-20; Junior camp II, Ages 8-12--June 23-27; Teen Camp I/Senior Camp, Ages 13-19 July 14-10; and Teen Camp II, July 21-26 Ages 12-15. The theme of this...
The Chouteau County Soil Moisture Survey was started by Judee Wargo in 1993 to assist farmers with determining recropping potential on cereal grain stubble. After 25 years, the Chouteau County Extension Office continues to compile data for determining recropping potential and providing the state drought committee with soil moisture information. Testing for soil moisture took place in Chouteau County on April 1st-April 2nd. All winter wheat locations exceeded 3.5 feet of stored soil moisture, which is equivalent to approximately 5.25 inches of...
The Annual Fresno Chapter Walleye’s Unlimited Banquet is back in action on Saturday April 13th at the Havre Ice Dome. The doors open at 4:30 with early bird drawings beginning at 5:00 and dinner at 6:30. The banquet features the Fresno Chapter’s renown all you can eat walleye, beef and other side dishes to prepare you for an evening of entertainment as guests play games for guns, big screen TV’s, I-Pads, patio furniture, home furniture, barbecue grills, jewelry, artwork, woodwork and many other items. “The support that the Chapter receives from...
It's a sure sign of spring when grizzly bears emerge from their dens on the Rocky Mountain Front. Mike Madel, bear management specialist with Fish, Wildlife and Parks in Choteau, flew over the Front April 3 and located eight grizzlies with radio collars and saw five other non-collared bears. "The collars turn on April 1," Madel said. "So, it's a good time to fly on the Front and try to locate them." Most bears have emerged from their winter dens in the mountains, Madel said, though some are...
Play practice for " Bed Time Stories" started February 21st according to Vanessa Janssen. Although it has been a "lot of hard work", there are many reason for the excitement in the air. Backdrops found in storage at the school from a play given 25 years ago will be repurposed. Jessica Jaramillo, the Big Sandy High School Art Teacher , and her classes will repaint the backdrops. The art class is also making two trees and some rocks for the play. The new lights will be installed next week and...
An organizational meeting was held to promote T-Ball again this summer which will start at the beginning of May. There will be two practices each week Tuesday and Thursday. Rachel Baumgarn is president, Morgan Simpson is vice president, Stephanie Overbay is secretary, Petra Yirsa is treasure and scheduler, and Vanessa Jansen is the safety officer. The coaches are Ronnie Simpson, Sean Jansen, and Colby Baumgarn which are required to receive safety training. They are looking for other volunteers...
Head Coach of the Big Sandy Pioneer Track team Melanie Schwarzbach asked me to interview the assistant coaches this year. She believes their commitment to the kids is incredible. There are 20 athletes out for varsity track this year and she appreciates all of the volunteer effort the assistant coaches give the athletes. Bernie Ellingston has been involved in Big Sandy Track for 15 years. “I love every minute.” He didn’t want to talk, except to say, “it keeps him young and involved.” Shersteen Cline has been the coach for the javelin for three...