Baldy Community - since 1968

Tuesday, May 5, 2026

Chipping/Burnpile

We do not have permission to continue with the gravel pit site.

Two members from the FireSmart group have been working with the RDKB to find a new site. I expect to hear from them when something is in place.

*Further to the FB comments, the update I have is that it will be awhile before something is in place.

I certainly do not want to discourage anyone from starting work on their properties. We also do not need any illegal dumping. I don't have a huge amount, so will be piling at the top of my driveway. I realise that it is not that simple for others who will be moving fuels through someone else's property.

Bear Aware

Mother and 2 cubs nearby.

May 2nd

He prefers outings with the ladies on snowshoes, but he will happily accompany his human if that isn't an option.

He has also been known to hop in a vehicle if he thinks one of his favourite ladies is at the destination.

Monday, May 4, 2026

First of Many

They grow at Baldy with no special attention. My cousin gave me a few bulbs years ago, and they keep blooming. More recently, they dug their garden in Delta, and had about 1000 bulbs to give away. I planted a bunch, and they are just starting to bloom. There should be 3 types. The stalks and leaves are shorter than those grown in better conditions, but the flowers are great, and they survive spring snowfalls.

Dust Control

AIM applying dust control on McKinney road today.

I met one tridem heading up around 10:45, and followed this one this afternoon. He stopped at the bottom of toboggan hill, but I did not see an applicator truck.