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Mayor's Message North Ogden City LED Streetlights Save $50,000 Per Year
N Our city will save $500,000 over the next 10 years from switching to LED streetlights.
orth Ogden City became one of the very first cities in Utah to fully transition to LED streetlights in May. Our dedicated Public Works Department has switched 620 streetlights from inefficient sodium vapor lights to environmentally friendly, energy efficient LED bulbs. Rocky Mountain Power generously offered a rebate that allowed us to complete this transition at almost no cost. Meanwhile, the LED bulbs have reduced our electrical and maintenance costs by over $50,000 per year! The LED lights reduce urban glare and promote visibility of the stars, and also use far less electricity and will save $500,000 over the next 10 years! ACE Hardware Begins Construction! ACE Hardware has begun construction of a beautiful new store for North Ogden. We are working diligently to attract new businesses and expect more new stores later this year. Please support our local businesses!
Mike Dalpias changes out the final bulb
Mayor Taylor, Councilmen Satterthewaite and Swanson, and Casey Hunsaker explainthe LED Transition
Brent Taylor, Mayor of North Ogden
Ace Hardware begins construction
Mayor Taylor attends an economic development meeting with Govenor Herbert
Stay connected! The city's website has information on every department in the city and the Mayor's facebook page has fun updates on events and other local interest.
NorthOgdenMayorBrentTaylor www.northogdencity.com
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table of contents JUNE ISSUE
2017
CITY NEWS
FOOD
3 Mayor's letter 6-8 City Updates 9 City Directory
28
CONTESTS
BUSINESS
12 Monthly contest and winners
COMMUNITY 10 Calendar of Events 15 Utah Vietnam Veterans Bring Tribute to the Bob Hope Show 16 Community Announcements 17 Students of the Month 18 Precious Pets 19 History Cherry Days 24 Helping Threshold Choir 26 Spotlight Lindquist Mortuaries Celebrate 150 Years
Family Recipes Homemade Granola & Easy Chocolate Lover's Cheese Pie
30 Business Spotlight Shaun D. Frongner Insurance Agency
LIFE LESSONS
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31 Highlight Taming & Repairing an Ego
HOME
32 Gina Gonzalez- PowerHouse Real Estate 33 Heiner's Insurance Center
OUTSIDE 34 Local Trails Strongs Canyon
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On our Cover Cherry Days Guide A Basketball Legend page 20 Dads Make the Day page 24
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Read all about our precious pet this month-Agent Mittons!
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EDITORS PAGE
LETTER
from the Editor
M
istakes. I assume nearly all of us make them. Doing this magazine has put some of my mistakes on brilliant display. Last month for example we misspelled, among other things, Mortgage in the title of the article about Ben Gerritsen and his company Mortgage Miracles Happen. As I talked to my children about this they asked what we are going to do about it. I could only answer, “We will try and do better next month. Once it is printed it is too late to change anything other than ourselves by the lessons learned.” I am grateful to each of you who read and support this publication. Especially those of you who support our sponsor businesses and tell them you are grateful for the advertising dollars they spend in our magazine despite the mistakes. As we celebrate fathers this month I have spent some time pondering how I can be better at performing that role. Every time I read the examples of the fathers featured in our Devoted Dads article it brings tears to my eyes. I know many fathers, including myself, have made and make mistakes continually. I welcome the reminder that mistakes do not define me but in fact mold me into who I am and give me the opportunity to learn where I can go next. Summer is upon us and is an exciting time of events that bring us together as communities and families. I am excited about making this a summer full of fun and family and friends. Let’s make mistakes and a difference by living, learning and growing.
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CITY NEWS
UPDATES
City of North Ogden Updates Sandbags The city has sandbags available for purchase. The Recycled Plastic sandbags are disposable and measure 15 x 20. The city will provide the sand for the sandbags but the residents should be prepared to fill the sandbags themselves, during regular business hours. The cost of these sandbags is $.50 each. Purchase of the sandbags can be made at the Public Works office located at 165 East Lomond View Drive during regular business hours.
Community Question Corner BY JON CALL, CITY ATTORNEY/ADMINISTRATOR
Question: What are the rules regulating animals in residential zones? Answer: The City has several provisions of the code which allow for animals to be kept on residential properties. Most residential zones only allow for chickens (no roosters) to be kept on the smaller lots. You may have up to 10 hens on any single family residential lots up to .49 acres in the city. If you have .5 acres to .99 acres you may have 15 hens. For larger lots, there is a per acre calculation found in North Ogden Code 11-10-7(E). You are also required to get an annual chicken permit from the animal control officer in the Police Department. All chicken coops must be kept 25 feet from neighboring dwellings. There are some additional restrictions found in 11-10-7(D) for other types of animals including dogs, cats, reptiles, small mammals, and birds. The City only allows larger animals in the RE-20 and R-1-8AG zones with a 1 acre parcel or larger. The number and types of animals is based upon the acreage size, though generally it is 4 larger animals per acre. If you have questions about what types of animal are allowed in your zone please contact the Planning Department at 801-737-2215. This recurring section of the magazine will be devoted to answering common questions by residents and businesses in our community. If you have questions about proper procedures, City Code, building permits, community events, how-to's, or other city related questions, please send an email to jcall@nogden.org.
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Employee of the Month Joyce Pierson
Joyce Pierson has been selected as the June Employee of the Month. Joyce has been with the City since September of 2013 part time in the Administration Office. Joyce is one of the Deputy City Recorders filling in for the City Recorder when needed. One of the great things about Joyce is her willingness to help out wherever she is needed and she ensures that any project she is doing is completed in a timely and professional manner. Customers who come in the front door always leave with a smile as Joyce has helped them with a question, receipt of a payment, or led them to the source of their concern. Joyce’s positive attitude makes the front office a pleasant atmosphere as she gets along well with all employees. She is the grandmother to two and the mother of four with her husband Dave and they enjoy traveling the world together. We are grateful to have her example and experience in our Administration Department.
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CITY NEWS
UPDATES
NOTICE OF MUNCIPAL OFFICES to be
voted on in North Ogden Cty Municipal General Election on November 7, 2017. (1) Mayor and (2) City Council positions, each a four year term beginning January 2018 – January 2022 Candidate filing period begins, June 1, 2017. Declaration of Candidacy form or Nomination Petition must be filed in person with the City Recorder at 505 E 2600 N, North Ogden, Utah, Monday through Friday between 8am and 5pm. Candidate filing deadline ends June 7, 2017 at 5pm
City Council Meetings The Mayor and Council welcome your input and attendance at the council meetings held the first 4 Tuesdays of every month starting at 6pm. (Not held on the 5th Tuesday of the month, if applicable) Check www.northogdencity.com for changes. Work sessions are held as needed on the first Tuesday of each month.
Questions contact the City Recorder, Annette Spendlove 801-737-9830
Flood Zones
Questions regarding flood zones should be directed to Gary Kerr, Building Official at 801-737-2214. FEMA flood maps are available for your review at the city offices. We also have elevation certificates.
Questions, comments, accolades? Go to www.northogdencity.com/i-want-to/contact-us or see page 9 for department contacts.
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CITY NEWS
UPDATES
Park Feature
Barker Park
2375 Fruitland Drive
City Youth Council Update Exciting changes are coming our way for Barker Park. Many people are unaware that Barker Park is more than double the size that most people Ampitheater think it is. There are almost 30 acres Restrooms of undeveloped park that sit just to Pavillion the north of the current amphitheater and south of 2600 N. The developed portion of the park is about 13 acres and was established in 2005. It includes an amphitheater, restrooms and a small pavilion. If you are just driving by, you will miss more than half of the park as the amphitheater is tucked down inside a bowl.
Highlights
We have great news! This year, North Ogden City was awarded a Major R.A.M.P. grant of $320,601 to go towards the building of a new amphitheater. The new amphitheater footprint will be much larger than the current one, and will allow for large-scale theater productions and orchestra and symphony performances, as well as local talent and productions. The plan is to build this new, beautiful amphitheater in phases. Phase 1 is scheduled to start this fall, and will be the concrete work for the building, seating and a security fence. It will be a fully usable facility at that point that will only get better as we add a building shell, rooms, concessions and other additional features in future phases. We want you to be involved! The City's Arts and Amphitheater Committee meets next on June 14th at 6:30pm in the City Council chambers. Please come and give your input, or join one of the sub-committees and help us get this project rolling. 8 NORTH OGDEN CONNECTION // June 2017
The City Youth Council is closing off the year with a bang! We’ve got a roadside clean up coming up in June. We will be helping the Kiwanis Club make our beautiful city even more beautiful! It’s going to be a lot of fun! Also, we are still looking for new people between the ages of 14-18 (9-12 grade) to join us here on the Council! We do so much for our city! We help with charities, dinners, parades, and so much more! It’s a ton of fun to work on making our city better by doing things for others! If you are interested, you can talk to our awesome leader, Tiffany Turner (385) 626-9411 OR if you know someone currently on our council, talk to them about it! Applications can be picked up during business hours at the City Offices 505 E. 2600 N. Just one more important thing! We have NEW REPRESENTATIVES for the 2017-18 year! Here’s the list along with their jobs: Mayor - Calder Davis Mayor ProTempore - Josh Turner Recorder - Morgan Reid Service Project Coordinator - Richie Armendariz Public Relations Specialist - Naomi Elmer Fund-raising Specialist - Casey Wheeler Photo Historians - Hayden Simmons and Hope Elmer CONGRATULATIONS to the next year reps! It’s going to be an amazing year! Please consider joining the North Ogden City Youth Council! We’d love to have you.
CITY NEWS
CITY DIRECTORY
Comcast Cares Day Success! Comcast Cares Day of Service was a huge success! We had almost 400 people who turned out on Saturday April 22nd (Earth Day) to do nearly two dozen different service projects around the city! Volunteers helped at: North Ogden Park, Dog Park, Equestrian Park, Senior Center, Community Gardens, and the Public Works Complex. In just a few hours the volunteers accomplished projects that would have taken months for our employees to complete! Thank you everyone who volunteered to beautify our community, and huge thanks to Comcast for sponsoring this wonderful event!
Key Community Contacts Mayor: Brent Taylor - 801-513-6163 btaylor@nogden.org Council Members: Lynn Satterthwaite - 801-721-6521 lsatterthwaite@nogden.org Cheryl Stoker - 801-782-9302 cstoker@nogden.org Phillip Swanson - 801-940-2111 pswanson@nogden.org Carl Turner - 801-737-0398 cturner@nogden.org Jim Urry - 801-668-1928 jurry@nogden.com City Hall: 801-782-7211 Planning Director:
801-737-2220 Rob Scott - rscott@nogden.org
City Recorder/ H.R. Director: 801-737-9830 Annette Spendlove - aspend@nogden.org Building:
801-737-2213 Gary Kerr - gkerr@nogden.org
Police:
Business 801-782-7219 Dispatch 801-629-8221 Emergency 911 Chief Kevin Warren - kwarren@nogden.org Paul Rhoades - prhoades@nogden.org
Public Works Director: 801-782-8111 David Espinoza - despinoza@nogden.org Shelly Robison - srobison@nogden.org Parks & Recreation: 801-737-0587 Tiffany Staheli - tstaheli@nogden.org Becca Godfrey - bgodfrey@nogden.org Jesse Felter - jfelter@nogden.org Nigil Bailey - nbailey@nogden.org City Admin./ City Attorney: Jon Call - jcall@nogden.org Senior Center: 801-782-6211 NORTH OGDEN CONNECTION // June 2017 9
COMMUNITY
EVENTS
Calendar of Events
School and Senior events for June June 1 Senior Center - Chat and Chew @ 5:30 PM June 2 Senior Center - Free Legal Advice @ 4:00 PM June 3 Senior Center - Game Day @ 10 AM with refreshments June 6 Senior Center - Shredder @ 9-11 AM June 8 Senior Center - Dark Horse Band @ 5:30 PM
June 27-30 FREE Kids Bible School, ages 4-12 Harrisville Log Cabin 5-7 PM 801-814-2251 June 29 Senior Center - Amy Alvord @ 5:30 PM
Senior Center Activities and Programs Monday 8:30 Ceramics 10:00 Line Dancing 12:30 Pinochle 1:00 Knitting & Crocheting 2:00 Tap Dance Class
Founders Day in Pleasant View! Starts June 22!
June 10 Utah Vietnam Veterans of America Bringing A Tribute To The Bob Hope Shows During The Vietnam War To Layton - Opening band at 6 p.m. & The 90-minute Tribute Show begins at 7:30 p.m. See page 15 for more information June 13 Senior Center - Blood Pressure @ 11:00 AM June 14 Senior Center - Foot Clinic @ 10 AM June 15 Senior Center - Pam Cannon @ 5:30 PM June 16 Senior Picnic at Sandridge Park @ 11:30 AM June 17 Senior Center - Westernaires Band @ 7 PM with Potluck June 18 Happy Father’s Day! see page 24 for Devoted Dad stories. June 21 Senior Center - Foot Clinic @ 10 AM June 22 Senior Center - Bingo @ 5:30 PM
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Tuesday 8:30 Zumba 9:30 Art 10:00 Line Dancing 12:30 Stretch Exercises (weights) 12:30 Pinochle 12:30 MahJong Wednesday 8:30 Hot Hula 9:00 Wood Carving 9:30 Bridge 10:00 Line Dancing 12:30 Pinochle Thursday 1:00 Center Opens 1:00 Tap Dance Class 5:00 Dinner 5:30 Entertainment Friday 8:00 Hot Hula/Zumba 8:30 Ceramics 9:00 Bridge 10:00 Yoga (bring own mat) 10:00 Alzheiners Senior Center For Seniors 55 or older Lunch 11:45 am - Mon, Tues, Wed, and Fri Dinner 5:00 PM - Thurs (Opens at 1:00 PM) Seniors over age 60 - $3.00 Seniors under age 60 - $6.00 Hours Mon. Tues. Wed. 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Thurs. 1:00 PM-7:30 PM Fri. 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
FOUNDER'S DAY EVENTS IN PLEASANT VIEW
Note: North Ogden Residents are welcome at all Founders Day activities. June 22 Pickleball Mash Round Robin 6pm Pickleball Courts June 23 Pickleball Mash continued Movie in the Park - Minions - 9:15ish Pleasant View City Park June 24 Community Breakfast - 7:30 am to 9:00 am held at the 900 West “Red Church” bowery. Pleasant View 5K Run and 1 Mile Walk 7:30 am - 11 am www.pleasantview5k.com Founder’s Day Parade -10 am On Pleasant View Dr. Water Slide and food trucks 11am Barker Park Car Show 12 pm - 7 PM - 9:30 PM
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Utah Vietnam Veterans of America Bringing A Tribute To The Bob Hope Shows During The Vietnam War To Layton Utah’s State Council Vietnam Veterans of America (VVA) has announced that it is bringing a special musical production to the Layton Ed Kenley Amphitheater June 10, as part of raising funds for the Replica of the Vietnam Memorial Wall being developed in Layton Commons Park. It is anticipated that ground-breaking for the Wall project will be this coming Veterans Day.
were a click or two or further down the road and were unable to leave the combat areas to enjoy. So, this show is being specially produced for those who missed out.” The show features Bill Johnson, Bob Hope Tribute Artist, who amazingly looks and talks like Bob Hope. He is joined by Michelle Dellafave, a former Dean Martin and Bob Hope USO Singer, singer Kim Walters and Utah’s own Paul Cave, a BYU graduate.
The show is being produced by US Tours- an entertainment company from Knoxville, Tennessee. The Show is a first of its kind in Utah and is a one-of-a-kind production for the Layton Show to pay tribute to one of America’s greatest entertainers, Bob Hope. It is designed to honor the millions of Vietnam Veterans who served during the Vietnam Era. Hope made eight trips to the Vietnam War Zone to entertain American troops as part of his USO Shows Tours.
Opening band at 6 p.m., June 10, is a Layton Band that plays Vietnam generation music “Mid-Life Crisis.” The 90-minute Tribute Show begins at 7:30 p.m.
Utah VVA President Dennis Howland, in making the announcement reports, “hundreds of Marine, Navy, and Air Force enlisted citizens had the opportunity to see the USO Shows in Vietnam. However, thousands more of those enlisted
Ticket prices are $30 for the concert section, $20 for the general seating or $10 for those wishing to bring their lawn chairs or blankets to sit on the grass area. Tickets are on sale by either contacting Dennis Howland at dennishowland@msn.com or 801-389-1893, on sale in the Layton City Parks and Recreation office or by going on the internet at www.laytoncity.org/ secure1 . For information contact Dennis Howland – Vietnam Veterans of America – 801-389-1893.
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Andersons: Brook Pierson and Brady Anderson to be married in the Ogden, UT Temple June 8th 2017 with a reception that evening at 6pm at Grand View Reception Center. Registered at Target Pfosts: Jordan and Joshua Pfost were married May 13 at the Gilbert, Arizona Temple. Open House on June 10th 250 West Elberta Dr Pleasant View, Ut 84414 6:30pm8:30pm : Line ends at 7:30
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Students of the Month
COMMUNITY SCHOOL INFO
Every month we recognize students who have been selected at their schools by their teachers.
Jabreel Abouloukme
Samantha Vaughn
Jabreel is an amazing young man who encompasses intelligence, diligence, and respect for others. Jabreel is an excellent writer and received the coveted “Keys to Success” cards for writing an amazing short story based on actual events at Hiroshima at the beginning of the school year. He excels academically in reading and writing and grammar. Even more important than his intelligence, he is conscientious and diligent. On a few occasions he has been out of town and had to miss my class, but he always makes up his work in a timely manner. I was so impressed one day during first quarter when his plane ride home was delayed, and he had to be gone a day longer than he had planned; he actually emailed me his assignment from the airport. (Impressive!) He never uses his absences as an excuse for a poor grade. Jabreel also contributes greatly to our class discussions, often giving unique insights from a person who grew up not only outside of Utah, but outside of the United States. I can always count on him for a thoughtful answer, and he isn’t afraid to go out on a limb and make an educated guess when he isn’t sure of an answer. He is also very respectful of me as the teacher, as well as of his classmates, which says a lot considering the rambunctiousness of my seventh period English class in which Jabreel is a member! - Mrs. Grover
Samantha Vaughn is unconstrained, selfconfident, and an independent thinker. She has the essence of independence at her core as it is with Montessori Education. She is not satisfied with the mediocre and has her sights on excellence. Her example is wide spread academically and socially. Mature beyond her years, Sam has to remind her parents sometimes that, ‘I got this.’
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Baylee Blanchard
Orion Junior High School Baylee just finished her Freshman year at Orion Jr. High School. Her hobbies and extracurricular activities include softball and guitar. She played softball at Orion and played for Weber High School's softball team as a 9th grader. She currently has a 4.0 and her goal is to continue to get a 4.0 throughout high school. Her favorite class at Orion is Math and she says the best thing about Orion is the Staff. Baylee has a personal goal to always help others before herself. After she graduates from high school she would like to attend the University of Utah on a softball scholarship and major in sports medicine. Baylee is always friendly and has been such a great student at Orion and we know she will continue to do great things throughout high school and the rest of her life!
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Sam loves hanging out with her friends, shopping, hiking, shopping, skiing, and has quite a passion for photography. Was shopping not mentioned? Her current aspirations include attending college and pursuing a career in photography. Sam has played the guitar since she was 8 and just got her first electric guitar. She is kind, caring, and compassionate and a great role model for her younger friend Indra, who is like a sister to her. Her fur babies, Marley the dog and Barry Allen, the cat adore her. If there was anyone that's truly ‘got this’, it would be our Samantha.
Chase Thompson
North Ogden Junior High School Chase has been a great student since the first time he came into my class two and a half years ago. I had him in 7th, 8th and now again in my 9th grade English class. Chase’s attitude in class is something that sets him apart from other students. He’s usually happy and positive all of the time and doesn’t hesitate to show it; even when he’s got a bone to pick with me. He infects others with this positive attitude which makes the whole class better overall. He is dedicated to doing a good job. I’ve seen him progress since 7th grade to become an outstanding student who gives his best effort. It is not always easy, as a teenager, to keep focused on a job that is dull or with which you don’t agree. Chase is also a great example of participation in my class. This is one of the most important aspects of great students and Chase has it. Students must be engaged in their education in order to receive the maximum benefits from it. Chase’s participation in all of the classes I’ve taught him in shows that he is engaged and invested in his education. All in all, Chase is a great student, deserving of recognition.
We are excited to announce new Student of the Month Sponsorship. Intermountain Health is our first sponsor and we would like three more. Thank You! Each student will receive a $25 gift certificate as part of his/her reward. Students of the month are rewarded through the junior high and high schools in the area. Contact your school for information on how to qualify.
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COMMUNITY
PETS
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gent Mittons was born on July 29th, 2016 in our neighbors', the Fronger’s home. She was named by their daughter Abby who took into consideration her 4 white paws, her adventurous nature and the cute little M on her face. She is a PRECIOUS PETS playful, snuggly and very friendly little cat. It’s Named for her adventurous odd that we ended nature, the M on her face and her up with this sweet four white paws. lovable tabby cat. BY LINDSAY MOORE We are not cat people. I repeat, we are not cat people! Before we welcomed Agent Mittons into our home, we recently lost our black lab of 7 years, named Diesel. He was an amazing dog and irreplaceable in so many ways. To this day we miss him terribly. When it was brought to our attention that our neighbor’s cat had recently had kittens, we couldn’t wait to sneak a peek. We gave it some
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more thought and decided to bring little Agent Mittons into our home as soon as she was ready. It was a love/hate relationship at first. There was so much that we weren’t used to as far as raising a cat. We quickly realized that babies and liter boxes are not a great combination. The endless purring in our ears while we were trying to sleep got annoying fast. And we can certainly do without the occasional accidental scratches, but we also can’t resist her playful personality, her sweet snuggles, her darling little face and the love she often gives us. She has definitely grown on us this past year. We love watching her explore the outdoors. She assumes everyone loves her and wants a snuggle session from her. But you will mostly find her outside climbing trees, on the roof of our house, on-top the swing set, chasing butterflies, rolling around on the warm ground, playing with her friend Indy (the neighbor dog) or adventuring around with some of the other neighbor cats. She certainly is a friend to all who come in contact with her. Her latest gig is to play all night and sleep all day. When she occasionally meows non-stop for days, the kids will often say, “let’s give her to Nana”, but I know we would truly miss her if she was gone. We may not be cat people, but we love Agent Mittons. We are the lucky ones to have found such a sweet, friendly and fun cat to enjoy this life with. She has made life an adventure.
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A History of Cherry Days BY NORTH OGDEN HISTORICAL MUSEUM
In 1932 a group of civic and church leaders in North Ogden formed a committee to improve the cherry market throughout the Western states. They started an annual community celebration to call attention to the size and the high quality of North Ogden cherries. LeRoy Snooks was elected general chairman of the first North Ogden Cherry Days celebration held July 14, 1932. Other committees were: amusement and sports, program and parade, exhibits and display, grounds, and publicity. The early Cherry Day celebrations were tremendously successful. They attracted local displays of cherries, showy parades, highly competitive baseball games, boxing matches, horse pulling contest, dances in the evening with the crowing of a queen and attendants (the first Queen was Clara Orton in 1933), and free cherries were all crowd pleasers. Children flocked to the concession stand for hot dogs, ice cream, soda pop, cotton candy, games, etc.
HISTORY
National recognition came to North Ogden during the Cherry Day celebration held July 4, 1955. Senator Wallace F. Bennett was the quest speaker and was presented with two boxes of hand packed cherries. One box was a gift to him and the other he was to deliver to U.S. President Dwight D. Eisenhower; they were delivered to the President early the next morning. On July 4, 1957 David O. McKay President of the L.D.S. church was a guest speaker at Cherry Days. One of the largest crowds in North Ogden was July 4, 1976: the anniversary of our Declaration of Independence from England. Dedication of the memorial park with Robert Redford, a famous movie star, as guest speaker, special music, and a twenty one gun salute honoring veterans and war heroes. On a Monday huge crowds witnessed a sunrise flag ceremony, a chuck wagon breakfast, a parade, art exhibits, contests, junior posse, the Ladies’ Boots and Saddles Riding Club drill and flag salute to the original colonies, a horse show, and to finish the night fireworks.
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A BASKETBALL
Legend Local resident remembers his brother who played ball near and far, and was later featured in a documentary about his team, Maccabi Tel Aviv BY DAVID BOATWRIGHT
David grew up playing basketball with his older brother Jim, and listening to stories of his days as a pro ball player.
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hen asked to write down a story of my brother, so many thoughts and memories filled my head I really didn’t know where to start. The story from start to finish could fill a small book, and maybe that will happen someday, but for now I think it’s best to keep it simple. Jim was born and raised in a small farming community in Rupert, Idaho. From the first day of school he was one of the tallest boys, and his love of basketball grew almost as fast as his body. Jim had a paper route, and after the papers were delivered early in the mornings he would ride his bike to the park and start shooting hoops. Sometimes mom would bring him lunch and sometimes she would have to go gently remind him to come home for dinner, but if given the chance he would stay and practice thousands of jump-shots and hit imaginary buzzer-beaters hundreds of times every day. I remember him telling me that when he started junior high he knew he wanted to play professional basketball … really wanted to play.
Jim had a desire to travel and see the world, and after graduating USU as one of the “Top 25 Athletes of the Century”, he signed on to play for the Maccabi Tel Aviv, Israel team in 1975. Jim Boatwright with his teammates on the Maccabi team in Tel Aviv, Israel. He is number 15.
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During his high school career, he was an All-American, inducted in the Idaho Basketball Hall of Fame, and led the state in scoring. Jim was tall (6’8”) but typically didn’t play on the post. He had a pure jump-shot and was known as “Hand of Gold” when he later played pro ball in Europe. He was recruited by colleges all over the country but ultimately decided to stay close to home and attend Utah State University in Logan. He thrived there as well, and was the leading scorer in both his junior and senior seasons. Jim had a desire to travel and see the world, and after graduating USU as one of the “Top 25 Athletes of the Century”, he signed on to play for the Maccabi Tel Aviv, Israel team in 1975. In a league that was dominated by the powerhouse team from CSKA Moscow, the little-known Israeli team had an uphill battle to make their mark. In 1977 the pieces fell into place and Maccabi’s time had come. As a young boy, Jim, Chris and their kids would come stay summers with us when the basketball season was over.
L-R: Jim playing basketball at Minico High School in Rupert, accepting an award, back in Tel -Aviv for renunion. Below: Jim and the Maccabi team
For me, it was a magical time. The story of the 1977 season is the tale I grew up listening to and I can still hear Jim’s voice telling the little details of the games. Undersized and overmatched, the determination of the Israeli team has always been inspirational to me. They played a nearly perfect game and ended up beating the Russians by twelve, which was almost a rout. Tal Brody, the team captain, told media and the world then that the victory put the Macabbi team and Israel “On the Map”. Indeed it did! Next was the Euro League Championship vs. Mobilgirgi Varese, the Italian powerhouse champions. Jim Boatwright, or as the Israelis affectionately shortened his name to “Jimbo” was a clutch shooter, performing best under pressure. I spent summer mornings shagging basketballs as he would shoot hundreds and hundreds of 15-18 footers. It was easy work, I just had to outstretch my arms directly under the net and stand there. In the championship game versus the Italians, Jimbo had the best performance of his career. Ending the game with 26 points, he scored 10 of the last 12 points, helped win the title, and was the MVP. When Jim went back to Israel years later for a team reunion, he was instantly recognized at the airport and hotel, with many fans chanting “Jimbo, Jimbo, Jimbo”. Its fun to watch old footage of the games and listen to the Hebrew where the only words I understand are “Jimbo”.
Jim was stricken with cancer at the age of 61 and passed away on Feb.11, 2013. Not long afterward, something amazing happened, and I don’t know the exact details how it came to pass, but I’m glad it did. Everyone loves a good sports story, so Israeli Academy Award winning director Dani Menkin made a film about the 1977 season of miracles called On The Map and it is now being screened at various film festivals. We contacted Dani and thought it would be fitting to have a screening in Logan. Earlier in the spring we attended a screening at the Utah Theatre with family and friends, and it was everything I expected. We are hoping to get it to be screened locally again, hopefully in Ogden or Salt Lake City.
ON THE MAP If you would like some more info on the movie, or just want to watch the trailer, check out their Facebook page called On The Map. David and his family at the screening of "On the Map" at Logan's film festival in March. CONNECTIONPUBLISHING // June 2017 21
COMMUNITY
Threshold Choir Community Choir sing to comfort those who are at the end of their life. The voice is the perfect vehicle to convey compassion and comfort at the bedsides of people who are at a threshold -some who are seriously ill and unable to care for themselves; others who are actively dying. A new Threshold Choir recently formed in the Ogden area calling itself the Ogden Threshold Singers (OTS). It is a group of volunteer singers who sing soft, blended harmonies providing ease and peace at thresholds of life.
Top row: Nicole Bockas Sorensen, Karen Pilgreen, Emily Juback, Molly Petrik, Felicia Mendygral Bottom Row: Cherly Collier, Diana Lea, Sallie Scholfield, Julie Shochat Not Shown: Paula Del Carlo, Annjanae Redforod, Jelene Wilkinson
The Threshold Choir presents singers with opportunities to offer their voices in service, to develop confidence and leadership and to create community in the deepest sense. When invited, two to four singers are sent out who sing soft, simple restful songs to comfort, support and honor those at the thresholds of life as well to as their families and caregivers.
rehearsal space and funds. A relationship has been built with and songs sang at the bedside of clients of the Hospice Care Northern Utah (HCNU), a holistic hospice facility in Pleasant View.
Molly Petrik and Felicia Mendygral co-direct OTS, with all members actively helping this group of singers come together to sing at the bedside. The Ogden, North Ogden and Pleasant View communities support OTS by providing a music director,
New singers are always welcomed who can carry a tune and can learn to blend with other voices. If you are interested in using your singing voice in service, please contact the Ogden Threshold Singers at ogdenthreshold@gmail.com or call 719445-6477. Check out their website at: www.thresholdchoir.org/ogden
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Father's Make the Day The non-profit organization Devoted Dads helps support and encourage fathers to be a strong influence in their children's lives BY RYAN SPELTS
As we celebrate fathers day this month, we have the opportunity to consider our dads and the impact they may or may not have had in our lives. I have the opportunity as a father of 5 to consider how I am performing as a dad. With busy and stressful daily lives many of you fathers may find it hard to make an impact in their children’s lives. In fact often fathers don’t know what they can do to impact their children or do not realize how disconnected they are from their children. Local man Kirk Chugg is trying to create a nation wide shift in how fathers live and perform their fatherly duties. His non profit called “The Gentlemen Project” otherwise known as Devoted Dads helps dads with resources and support to rise up to the worthwhile challenge of fathering. Kirk said “I started Devoted Dad’s because I was not being the dad I wanted to be and realized how many other dads need community and simple dadsized suggestions to connect with their kids. My experience as a father helped me to realize how much something like this was needed. The following are three experiences of dads who are members of Kirk’s movement. I am proud to support this group and am a recent member. I look forward to many years of learning from these other powerful dads. Sometimes support is the missing ingredient. DEVOTEDDAD
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My son, over the past two weeks, has felt his father’s love and has received what he has needed from me as a father for the first time in his life.
Here's what three Dads have to say about how much Devoted Dads has helped them: Words can’t express how excited I am to join this movement. My name is Ben Y., I am a Devoted Dad of 3 amazing kids with another son on the way.
I want to share an experience with each of you. I hesitate to do so, in fear of becoming too personal. However, this story is an example of how simple acts as a father can change our lives as well, our children’s lives.
Ben Y.
I have a 4-year-old little boy named Greyson. Grey and I have never had a bond. He never asks for me, never wants to do anything with me and is consistently angry toward me. He will only interact with his mom. About two weeks ago I started receiving my “daily do-dads.” I told myself I was going to act on 100% of these texts. Not knowing what would happen I started diligently acting. The experiences I have had with my two sons cannot be expressed in words. Moments I will cherish for the rest of my life. Last week I learned of the power these moments have had. On Friday Grey busted his lip open and had to be rushed to the ER. With blood rushing down his face, his upper lip hanging by a thread I started calling for my wife knowing he would want to deal with her. As my wife came rushing out to pick him up, he said: “no, no I want daddy.” Never in my life has he asked for me. With tears of joy running down my face I picked him up. I looked into his eyes and said: “Everything is going to be ok, dad is here for you.” The entire way to the ER he wouldn’t let me set him down. Once we got to the ER, we were in the room waiting. The doctor came in to start the stitches, and again Grey said “Dad, will you come hold my hand”? For the remainder of the time in the hospital, Greyson just stared at me while I held his hand without a word. As we were leaving my wife said, “Grey you were so brave, you didn’t even cry.” My 4 year old looked at her and replied: “It’s because dad was there to protect me.” At that moment I knew what had just happened. My son, over the past two weeks, has felt his father’s love and has received what he has needed from me as a father for the first time in his life. From that moment on I have pledged to do whatever it takes to make it so the Gentleman’s Project can touch every other father’s life. This world needs what this group has to offer. I can’t sit still anymore, and won’t sit still anymore.
What has been most impactful for me from the Dad page has been the “Daily Dad Texts” that are sent out. are josh c. These helpful and encouraging reminders on “doing the little things” that really make a big impact on the kids. I have had less anger, more patience and have seen a completely different side to my 3 beautiful children as a result. When dad is calm and happy and PRESENT, everything in the home is better. These reminders often come in the afternoon, just before I leave work when I am typically stressed and in a bad mood, so the timing of the tips changes the couple of hours of interaction I have with them from dinner to bedtime. I will follow this page until I am a bedridden old man. It’s changed my life in LESS THAN 30 DAYS! Dads lack resources in this world to know what to do and we lack positive influences. Devoted Dad is both!
Oh man, where to begin? The Daily Do-Dads have been life changing for me. I only get my daughter roughly 6 hours a week and every other weekend. After those 6 hours were up, I was always left feeling empty and missing her almost immediately after she walked out the door with her mother. When the Daily Do Dads started coming, their impact was almost immediate. They have helped me so much, and have enhanced those 6 hours to feel more like 600 hours. The time I spend with my daughter is more quality now than it was before. We’ve always had a great relationship, but it’s even that much better now. Two in particular have had the biggest impact on me. The first being the one that stated to not let go when hugging your child. I did that, and she held onto my neck for over a minute! She’s given me some great hugs, but that was by FAR the most impactful. The second one was to just talk to look them in the eye and tell them that you love them. After doing just that, my daughter, who is almost 4, grabbed my face, looked me in the eyes, and said, “I love you very much too Dad, so so much!” I recommend this to everyone, but especially those dads who are divorced and don’t get to see their children every day.
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COMMUNITY
SPOTLIGHT
Lindquist Mortuaries celebrate 150 years After 150 years of dedicated work and service, Lindquist’s mortuaries have become an integral part of our community. This month, Lindquist’s Mortuaries and Cemeteries are celebrating their Sesquicentennial. In 1867, a Swedish immigrant and Mormon Convert, Nils A. Lindquist was sent by Brigham Young to serve the church in the newly settled territory that would become Logan, Utah. Lindquist, originally a furniture maker, out of necessity ventured into making caskets and eventually into the mortuary and cemetery business. His son Charles J.A., would relocate to Ogden to open a mortuary. In this, the 150th year of business, their headquarters are still in Ogden and is the largest cemetery and mortuary company in Northern Utah. To further assist the mortuary and cemetery business, John E. Lindquist created Great Western Insurance Company which is one of the largest pre-need insurance companies in the nation. The Lindquists have established themselves as a trusted partner in taking care of families in the event of death. The company strives to meet the spiritual and emotional needs of each family they serve. Lindquist funeral directors are experienced with and honor all religious preferences and family wishes. One of the best parts of a family business is the ability to work closely with those you love the most. The Lindquist family have all stayed close to the business. In fact, it is a challenge to even know who’s who when looking at a line-up because, as their current President, John A., states; “we’re not very creative with our names.” There are at least 5 generations of “John’s” in the family. Another point that is consistent is their love of the family business. John A. spoke of a time when his son, John Henry saw him all dressed up in a nice suit and asked where he was going. John A. told him he was making a 26 CONNECTIONPUBLISHING // June 2017
presentation in Omaha, NE that day. His son then said, “I want to come with you!”. He said, “well, you would have to get all dressed up like me”. His 10-year-old son immediately went and put on a suit and was able to accompany his dad on the trip. The principles of running a business have also carried through the generations. The Lindquist family believes in the principles of giving back to their community. Any of the leaders of their respective organizations will be involved in at least 3 community or charity organizations. They feel it crucial to be part of the community and to serve in any way that they can. As the 6th generation prepares to take over the responsibility of carrying on the company goals, Lindquist is looking forward to the future. They intend to carry forward the family tradition of excellence in service and giving back to the community. From sponsoring the 24th of July Pops Concert and Fireworks at Weber State University to donating to the construction of Lindquist Field in Ogden, home of the Ogden Raptors, the Lindquist family loves our community and wants to continue to contribute to its bright future.
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FOOD
RECIPES
HOMEMADE GRANOLA
By Melissa Spelts
FAMI F AV O R LY I T E!
I got this recipe from Eva and Sid Keller, my best buddies' parents in Honeyville. It is one of my favorite things to make. Not only does it taste so good, it makes my house smell AWESOME (NO candles needed) and it’s good for you. I always double this recipe because it goes so fast. Yummy.
Mix dry ingredients in a big bowl: 7 c. oats 2 c. flour (wheat or white) 3/4 c. sunflower seeds 3/4 c. chopped up mixed nuts from Costco or your favorites will do 1 c. shredded coconut 1 c. wheat germ, corn meal, and flax seed 1 Tbsp. sesame seeds 2 Tbsp. ground cinnamon In sauce pan combine until dissolved 1/2 c. water 1 c. coconut oil (your favorite oil will do) 1/2 c. agave or honey 1 tsp. vanilla
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ENJOY IT WITH yogurt, fresh or dried fruit
If I don’t have all the ingredients I just use what I have. Combine wet ingredients with the dry. Pour onto baking sheet (2 baking sheets if you double the recipe) and bake at 300 degrees for 1 hour. Stirring every 15 minutes. Let cool.
FOOD
RECIPES
EASY CHOCOLATE LOVER’S CHEESE PIE
By Marjean Jolley
3 pkgs. (8 oz) cream cheese 3/4 c. sugar 1 tsp. vanilla 3 eggs 2 c. mini chocolate chips 2 Tbsp. whipping cream 1 extra serving size graham cracker crust (9 oz) Heat oven to 450º Beat the cream cheese and the sugar until well blended. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each. Add the vanilla. Stir in 1 2/3 cups of the chocolate chips. Pour into crust.
safe bowl. Add the whipping cream. Microwave on high for 20-30 seconds. Stir until smooth. Cool slightly. Spread on top of cheese pie. Refrigerate at least 15 minutes. Cover.
Bake for 10 minutes at 450. Without opening the door decrease the temperature to 250º and bake for 30 minutes or just until set. Remove from oven and cool on rack. Cool completely. Cover. Refrigerated until chilled.
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BUSINESS
SPOTLIGHT
Shaun D. Frongner Farmers Insurance
Shaun Frongner provides the community with an important kind of business.
BY HAILEY RASMUSSEN
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Above: Shaun and his family enjoy hititing the slopes or playing in their boat at the lake.
We appreciate Shaun and his insurance agency and are happy to have them as part of our community and we are grateful that they have chosen to support our community magazine.
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Company: Shaun D Frongner Insurance Agency Type: Farmers Insurance Phone: 801-782-5977
haun Frongner, the agency owner with Farmers Insurance, said interest rates are going up for two reasons: the severity of claims are going up along with the frequency of claims. He said distracted driving is the cause and this is affecting insurance prices across the industry. Frongner said the wind that comes over the mountain can take a toll on people’s roofs in North Ogden. “The wind did $5,800 worth of damage to our sign in front of our office last May. We were insured so Farmers took care of it. That thing isn’t going anywhere now!” he laughed as he pointed out the cement base of the new sign through his office window. Frongner grew up “below the pass” he said. He graduated from Weber High in 87. “I remember riding our BMX bikes around and stopping at the stump. We would pack BB guns around and shoot cans up in the hills. Things are different now” he said with a tinge of sadness. Today, Frongner, his wife Jennifer and five kids Mikaela, Gabe, Jaron, Abby, and
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Cambria get out and play on the lake on their boat or on the slopes at Snowbasin. However, he sports a retro Powder Mountain logo underneath his clear phone case. “My son wants me to take it out,” he laughed, “but those were the slopes I grew up on!” He said his wife gets on the Bonneville shoreline trail regularly. “The hike from the pass to Coldwater Canyon is amazing. You come around that corner at 7 am as the sun is coming up... It’s amazing.” Shaun and Jennifer moved to Seattle for the adventure of it after they got married. She is a registered nurse and his plan was to go into the medical field. He started as a lab technician performing autopsies at the same hospital as his wife. Later he got a job at a claims processing office and that is where he cut his teeth in insurance. He saw the opportunity in being an insurance agent as he worked with claims. They
eventually moved back to Utah and bought Jennifer’s grandmother’s house and moved in to help her. He connected with Rick Scadden who is a Farmers Agent in North Ogden. “He asked me if I wanted to do claims or be an agent and the choice was clear.” Frongner described the first five years in the business as “ultra lean.” “It’s a longevity business and we are 20 years into it.” Frongner said it is neat to see insurance in action. “We have had a few house fires that have completely destroyed everything... Farmers came in right from the beginning. They gave them money for clothes, they covered their short term living expense, and gave them money to find something more long term while they rebuilt their home. They really do help lives get put back together.”
LIFE LESSONS
HIGHLIGHT
Taming an ego is a noble task. So is repairing one. BY JEFF SHERMAN
Defined, ego is one’s self-concept, a feeling of self-worth, or level of self-confidence. It is that part of the mind or soul that gives us the reality check we need to maintain personal awareness.
Leaders refine and tame their own ego as a means of setting pace for their team. They hold others in high regard. They rely on accountability. And the sphere they create invites all to the center synergistically.
Have you ever had the thought; “What an ego! He is sure full of himself?” Have you noticed when someone is compensating for a bruised ego?
Find a leader who tames his or her own ego. Who repairs it. Who strives for balance in their own life experiences. Promote such a leader to create a culture, to move a company, or change a reality.
Closely related to ego is the egotist. Egotism means placing oneself at the core of one’s world with no concern for others, including those loved or considered as “close,” in any other terms except those set by the egotist (Wikipedia). This behavior is not leadership in any fashion. Leaders evaluate reality. They check their perceptions against standards and morals. True they change reality through ambition and drive, but do so without egocentric means. They create instead a force of unity and collaboration.
President of ShermanSpeaks LLC, Mr. Sherman is a professional speaker and executive coach driving Brave Leadership. “Beyond mediocrity dreams are found.”
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HOME
HOME MATTERS
WHAT'S UP WITH REAL ESTATE? Are we in a bubble? Be Ahead of the Curve! What IS a bubble, anyway? From investopedia.com: A housing bubble is a run-up in housing prices fueled by demand, speculation and exuberance.... ...At some point, demand decreases or stagnates at the same time supply increases, resulting in a sharp drop in prices — and the bubble bursts. So, what do you think? Are we in a bubble? Let's look at what has happened in the 84414 area:
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In 2015, peak sale median price was about $248K, with 176 homes listed
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In 2016, peak sale median price was about $270K, with 175 homes listed
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Now in 2017, the median sale price is $275K, with only 109 listed homes!
We see a run up in pricing, speculation, and a lot of exuberance in the market, with multiple offers on homes the same day they are listed. The question is, will this housing bubble continue? Hypothetically, if we had a couple whose income allows for a $275,000 mortgage, what would happen if the median values spiked to $290000? Would this family be able to purchase a home in North Ogden or Pleasant View? No. They would be priced out of the market unless their income increased to match the home values. Not likely to happen. The current scenario is low supply with high demand, so prices are still increasing. If
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this continues, buyers' incomes will not support the increased values, resulting in future lower demand, as no buyers would be able to buy. To stabilize the market, enough homes need to be listed to keep supply and therefore demand high, possibly allowing values to ease into stability. Are there strategies to take advantage of the current market, allowing you to BE AHEAD OF THE CURVE? Have you thought “Is it time to sell to get maximum profit?” OR “Buy or wait for the market drop?” OR “When is the right time to invest?” If you must sell, perhaps due to job changes, medical issues, assisted living move, divorce, or death in the family, you can be out quickly at the highest value you are most likely to see for some time. Another idea: Sell, pay off debt, increase savings by moving in with family or friends for a time. Take advantage of top value and create inventory for buyers that MUST buy. Final thought: Not interested in selling but still want to take advantage of the market? Make extra money by being an Airbnb/VRBO option! There aren't many rentals available right now for buyers who need short term rentals while waiting to get a home. Recently, Grant Cardone (grantcardone.com) said: Be Prepared! If you can sell and rent, do it now to be ready to grab investment properties and businesses as the market modifies.
Whatever your case may be, decide your course of action, and be ahead of the curve!
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HOME MAT TERS
5 TIPS TO DECLUTTER YOUR HOME IN ONE WEEKEND By Addie B.
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ne of the hardest things to come home to is a messy house. During the week it seems like stuff starts to accumulate everywhere. Shoes and coats pile up in the entryway. Mail begins to fill up the counter. While many of us lack the time and energy to tackle a decluttering project at the end of a long day, the weekend presents us with opportunity! 1. Start with the important stuff. Go through the mail that has accumulated to sort out the bills and important items from the junk. Separating items into piles based on what family member they belong to can help streamline the process. 2. Common rooms may require more attention. It makes sense that the rooms our families spend the most time in will be the rooms that accumulate the most stuff. Take it one step at a time and try to organize based on where the items should reside.
to look at the mess. Be sure to have a plan to do a full sweep of the house or, before you know it, those pesky items from the bedroom will sneak back out to the living room. 4. Take it outside. Box up those unused items and get them ready to go to a donation center, a yard sale, or the garbage. 5. Keep it clean. Have a plan and share it will all members of the house in order to keep the organization going as long as possible. A slot for mail or a basket for toys can help keep things from piling up again the minute you turn around! The task may be mighty, but following these simple steps can get you started on your weekend decluttering tasks!
3. Go from room to room. The common saying “out of sight, out of mind” can cause any decluttering project to go off the rails. We often stop short of decluttering bedrooms or closets because we can easily close the door and not have
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OUTSIDE
LOCAL TRAILS
One of North Ogden's Best Hikes
STRONGS CANYON
BY HAILEY RASMUSSEN
Hiking Strongs Canyon is like hiking alongside a gradual waterfall. “This is one of
Ogden’s best kept hikes,” said Matt Jones from Brigham City. According to Alltrails.com, it is a 3.7 mile out and back trail with 1,246 ft elevation gain. The hike takes you up the canyon by way of the river and mid May brought freshly budded leaves and flowers. This is a great hike for older kids who are willing to work up a sweat for the views and serenity in this canyon. The running water drowns out all man made noise. Bring your hiking sandals if you are planning on going before fall because your feet will probably get wet. The snowmelt and the added rain caused the banks of the river to overflow which added difficulty to the hike. Many hikers who have hiked it say they saw few, if any, hikers while on this trail. Jones said, “There are not a lot of people who make it up this one. They usually turn off on the main trail instead of keeping East. This canyon has so much to see. I try to make it up here several times a year.” I saw one hiker between the two trips I’ve taken up there. Getting there: I usually park at 4000 S Beus Drive and head North to the canyon. However, there is limited roadside parking. There is also Skyline Drive Trailhead near East end of Steward Stadium. You can also take the 36th Street Trailhead where 36th Street turns South and merges with Skyline. Just remember, it is the canyon just south of Waterfall canyon. You will see this sign pointing you in the right direction next to a bridge that crosses over the river you will hike along side. Pay attention to the trail. There are quite a few river crossings. If it seems to disappear, chances are the trail picks up again on the other side of the river. We crossed over it six times. The first crossing is easy to miss. If you find yourself scrambling up through a boulder field, turn around and go back to the stream. You will find this big boulder in the river and this 34 CONNECTIONPUBLISHING // June 2017
is where I usually cross. It is possible to cross here without getting your feet wet but it takes a little bouldering skill. I would suggest to get your feet wet from the beginning if you don’t have confidence in your bouldering abilities. Even if you do, your feet are probably going to get wet after the next few crossings. Jeff Sabin from Ogden said “(We) went up after a week of rain, and the stream is still overflowing. The stream crossings were difficult as there was no place to step and stay dry except for one crossing that had logs lashed together.”
THIS IS A GREAT HIKE for older kids willing to work up a sweat for the views and serenity in this canyon.
The crossing with logs lashed together Sabin mentioned had shifted a little when I was hiking on May 15th. There was a higher volume of water coming down the mountain. I wasn’t about to cross on that unstable thing with two nice cameras on me. I waded across ankle deep water instead about 20 ft downstream.
We got to a point several miles up the canyon where the trail was more of a side stream. After hiking up a little further, we realized we probably weren’t going to find a dry trail anytime soon. There was a lot of water that was trying to get down the mountain. Additionally, hiking on muddy trails can damage them and cause erosion. Let’s take care of our Ogden trails when we go! We decided to turn back at that point. According to Alltrails. com, there is a waterfall at the end of the hike. I have yet to find any evidence that supports that claim but it does add a layer of mystery to the canyon. Share what you find at the end of the hike with us. Tag Connection Publishing in your photos or post it on the Facebook page.
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