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CONNECTIONPUBLISHING North Ogden is published monthly by Connection Publishing© www.northogdenconnection.com ryan@connectionpub.com | (801) 624-9652 PUBLISHER Ryan Spelts GRAPHIC DESIGN Kristina Case WRITERS Mayor Neal Berube Hailey Minton Ryan Spelts Jenny Goldsberry Melissa Spelts Kim Crook Adam Leblanc Ann Park Kristina Case
Parks seem to be of interest to numerous citizens. We are having a difficult time hiring seasonal employees to maintain grassy areas. As a result, and in an attempt to conserve water, lawns probably will only be mowed every other week. Some play equipment has been removed from parks, and other equipment needs to be replaced. The city council is addressing this situation in the budget process, but it will take some time to get a rotation schedule in place. The funds to replace the equipment at Wadman Park are included in next year’s budget. Speaking of parks, I want to make you aware of the “Prune, Clear and Preserve” service project at Barker Park. This event will be held on June 18th. The Build Barker Park, a non-profit organization, has a goal to enhance this beautiful area without using city tax dollars. Projects of this nature contribute to a sense of community. For more details, see the article included in this month’s Connection Magazine.
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I have also received several inquiries about the “Flip Your Strip” program. As a reminder, secondary water in North Ogden is controlled primarily by Pineview Water. A program of this nature would take significant coordination with Pineview and meaningful resources that are unavailable in the city. We are more than happy to support Pineview if they move forward with this program, but they would have to provide most of the resources.
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eing the mayor gives me the opportunity to frequently connect with our residents in-person, over the phone and through email. I appreciate the interest citizens have in our city and their passion to keep North Ogden a great place to live. North Ogden is more than just an incorporated municipality; it is a community. Although we are approaching 22,000 residents, we can maintain a “sense of community” by sharing common interests, concerns, and goals. I’d like to share some of the recent concerns that have been shared with me and provide a brief response along with an opportunity to strengthen our sense of community.
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Several residents have recently discovered that they have unknowingly violated city ordinances when they have installed fences, sheds, or made minor improvements to their residences. I encourage residents to contact the city planning department to determine if their project meets city code and to get the proper permits. The statement, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure” applies here. I must admit I have not received any communication as interesting as a friend of mine who is a mayor in Utah County. A lady emailed him regarding a neighbor’s dog who had bitten another resident. She said the dog was a good dog, but, because of the incident, the court had decided the dog needed to be euthanized. She was sure the mayor could commute the dog’s sentence and asked him to do so. He was unable to meet her request! As your mayor, I’m committed to do all I can to help our residents, but there are limitations. Mayor Neal Berube June 2022 | northogdenconnection.com 3
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City of North Ogden Bruce Higley
CITY COUNCIL UPDATE • The council received some training on Roberts Rules of Order. A good discussion resulted from the training, and the council is looking at updating their rules to align better with modern practices. • The North Ogden Parks and Trails committee made a presentation on their survey results. The results indicated that, of the 250 people surveyed, an increase or focus on the parks in the city would be an effective use of the council time and resources. • The council approved an ordinance change, which would allow for larger propane tanks in the city. There was a lot of discussion around the safety of these tanks and their locations. It was clarified that the state regulates these safety provisions. • The council continued its visioning discussion and setting the goals for the city. This will play an important role in upcoming budget discussions. • The current city hall and police station property has been rezoned to the Civic Zone. The Civic Zone was created to allow for uses like schools and government buildings to be developed throughout the city with appropriate standards. Most of the setbacks and building height standards are the same as other areas of the city.
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Bruce began his career with North Ogden City’s Public Works Department in 1989. He worked with, in his words, “amazing people” and has built many friendships throughout the years. Fifteen years later, an opportunity came his way to work in the building department, and he didn’t hesitate to step into this new role. This was a great move for Bruce, as he’s now our senior building inspector. He is responsible for inspecting new construction and making sure all new residential and commercial buildings meet the code and our city standards. He’s an experienced teacher and mentor, and those who have shadowed him have learned from the best! Bruce is someone that we all enjoy being around. He’s calm, personable, warm-hearted, and hard-working. Bruce and his wife, Dixie, have been married for 36 years, and he refers to her as “my rock.” Together, they love riding horses, working in their garden, camping, road trips, and anything related to the rodeo. Bruce has some big champion buckles that he wears with pride and plenty of edge-of-your-seat stories from his bull riding days! According to Bruce, the employees, administration, mayor, city council, and residents make North Ogden City the best place to work. We couldn’t agree more, Bruce!
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North Ogden mourns the loss of FORMER MAYOR GARY HARROP Gary Served as Mayor of North Ogden from Jan. 1998 Dec. 2001 and again from Jan. 2006 - Dec. 2009.
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ary Harrop moved to North Ogden when he was in high school and soon after, left to serve a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He then attended college and soon met his wife Linda who had lived in North Ogden her entire life. That’s when they decided they wanted to raise a family in North Ogden. Gary served on the city council for North Ogden and also served as Mayor of the city for two separate terms. His goal when he served was to stay within the budget and to serve the city. He focused his efforts on parks and family entertainment. He remembered the old North Ogden pool as a great place for his own children to spend summer days and so he led the effort to have the North Shore Gary was well swimming pool built for our community. known for his
kind acts of service and he lived an exemplary life as a professional and civil servant.
The pool served two purposes in his mind. First, it is a great place for families and children to spend their days during the dog days of summer and it also serves as a place for young people to have job opportunities that might not otherwise have that chance.
Gary also led the effort to build the new fire station in North Ogden. He toured the state looking at other fire stations and brought ideas back to help with the process. This was typical for Gary. He wanted to always do what was best for the city. He also helped North Ogden build the senior center and the museum, both still widely appreciated today. The museum helps this publication every month with our history stories. Gary pulled together volunteers of local historians who put our museum in place. It is a great place to learn about the history of North Ogden.
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When the roads widened and changed years ago, it took out the locally famous water stump that had been piping water out of an old stump for many years. People traveled from all over to taste that delicious fresh water and Mayor Harrop wanted to retain that history and public resource. He and city council members decided to find a North Ogden tree that they could base a cast statue from and have the water run from that stump likeness. He used his contacts as a temple architectural designer for the LDS Church to have the current stump made by the man who created the Angel Moroni, the Gold statue with a trumpet you see atop LDS Church Temples. That stump is where you will find the same delicious water today in front of Lee’s Marketplace. Finding himself a widower after serving as Mayor, he met and married Nancy Reed who was also widowed. Nancy told me that Gary was well known for his kind acts of service. As mayor, he would drive around town and find unique or special Christmas decorations at homes and he would stop in and give them a certificate to honor their efforts. He even got local businesses to give gift cards to the certificate winners. He was also known to carry a snow shovel in his trunk and he would stop and help older folks clear their walks if needed. He was known as someone who didn’t hold a grudge even against opponents and always wanted to show support for those in charge. Gary lived an exemplary life as a professional and civil servant but most importantly as a family man who loved God. Gary Served as Mayor of North Ogden from Jan. 1998 - Dec. 2001 and again from Jan. 2006 - Dec. 2009.
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North Ogden City Recognized as a Tree City USA® North Ogden City was named a 2021 Tree City USA by the Arbor Day Foundation to honor it’s commitment to effective urban forest management. North Ogden City achieved Tree City USA recognition by meeting the program’s four requirements: forming a tree board or department, creating a tree-care ordinance, having an annual community forestry budget of at least $2 per capita, and an Arbor Day observance and proclamation. The Tree City USA program is sponsored by the Arbor Day Foundation, in partnership with the U.S. Forest Service and the National Association of State Foresters.
“The trees being planted and cared for by North Ogden City ensure that generations to come will enjoy a better quality of life.”
“Tree City USA communities benefit from the positive effects that an urban tree canopy has year after year,” said Dan Lambe, chief executive of the Arbor Day Foundation. “The trees being planted and cared for by North Ogden City ensure that generations to come will enjoy a better quality of life. Additionally, participation in this program helps cultivate a sense of stewardship and pride for the trees the community plants and cares for.”
Planting trees in an urban space comes with a myriad of benefits past the recognition of this program. Urban tree plantings help reduce energy consumption by up to 25%, which will reduce general energy costs and help with the overall cooling of the city as well. In addition, members of the community benefit from properly placed trees as they increase property values from 7-20%. Trees also positively affect the local ecosystem by helping to clean water and create animal habitats to encourage biodiversity.
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Work for the Parks & Recreation Dept.! Do you enjoy being outside? Do you like working in a team setting? Do you want to work with the coolest people in town? If so, the North Ogden City Parks and Recreation Department is hiring seasonal positions! For more information and to apply, please visit www.northogdencity.com/hr/page/parkmaintenance-worker-seasonal
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Key Community Contacts
Flood Zones Questions regarding flood zones should be directed to Lorin Gardner, city engineer, at 801-782-8111. 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 community contacts, right, for information.
Mayor: Neal Berube: 801-686-0688 nberube@nogden.org Council Members: Phillip Swanson: 801-940-2111 pswanson@nogden.org Charlotte Ekstrom: 801-920-6987 cekstrom@nogden.org Blake Cevering: 801-549-8202 bcevering@nogden.org
City Council Meetings The mayor and council welcome your input and attendance at the council meetings held the second and fourth Tuesdays of every month, starting at 6 p.m. Work sessions are held as needed on the first Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. Check visitnorthogdencity.com/meetings for changes.
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Ryan Barker: 801-814-4306 rbarker@nogden.org Jay D. Dalpias: 385-405-6061 jddalpias@nogden.org City Hall:
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New North Ogden Residents BY ANDY LEBLANC
I met two new North Ogden residents today! We've had Great Horned owls living in Lakeview Heights for the last few years, and this year's owlets made their public debut today. Last year, we had two owlets fall out of the nest during the spring 2021 wind storm and ended up taking them to the Wildlife Rehabilitation Center of Northern Utah. It's great that the parents stuck around after that, and we get new neighbors each year!
Street Dawg Crew of Utah BY HAILEY MINTON
Street Dawg Crew of Utah is a nonprofit organization that helps get pet food to owners who are struggling. Especially during the pandemic, shelters were seeing a major uptick in animals being dumped. Pet food can be expensive, and volunteer, Trachell Hilton-King, has seen this type of relief make a difference in people’s lives. “Sometimes, people fall behind on bills, and this helps keep some of these animals with their owners. Being able to afford food or medical care for their animals can be the difference between someone keeping their pet and giving it up at a shelter.” This organization collects food that has been damaged or donated from distributors and gets the food to those in need. They give away mostly dog food but, on occasion, they have some cat food as well. The organization does most of its work in Salt Lake, since that is where they are based; however, Trachell and her husband live in Kaysville, and they try to make it to Ogden once a month to give away food. “I try to give everyone 50 pounds of food, at least, but, sometimes, it can be 80 to 100 pounds of food.” They distribute the food at 25th Street and Grant, the park where the Ogden Amphitheater is located.
STAY UP TO DATE! Trachell posts information about when they will be holding outreaches in Ogden on the “You Know You’re from Ogden” Facebook page. You can also follow them on social media @ Street Dawg Crew of Utah for information.
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VOLUNTEER! They are always looking for volunteers, and you can get information at their website www.streetdawgcrew. org/ to help. They can always use help bagging food, transporting it, and helping at outreaches.
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JUNE EVENTS Senior Events NORTH VIEW SENIOR CENTER 485 E. 2550 N - North Ogden Lunch 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Mon., Tues., Wed. & Fri. Call Zella at 801-782-6211 if you have any questions or want to volunteer. Monday Ceramics @ 8:30 a.m. Beginners Line Dance @ 9 a.m. Tap Dance Class @ 1 p.m. Tuesday Billiards @ 9 a.m. Art @ 9:30 a.m. Intermediate Line Dancing @ 10 a.m. Wednesday Wood Carving / Billiards / Bridge @ 9 a.m. Line Dancing @ 10 a.m. Games @ 12:30 p.m. Zumba Class @ 3:15 p.m. Thursday Billiards @ 9 a.m. Tap Dancing @ 1 p.m. Friday Ceramics / Tai Chi @ 8:30 a.m. Bridge @ 9 a.m. Yoga (Check with Zella) @ 10 a.m. June 1: Blood Pressure @ 11 a.m. June 15: Bingo after Lunch June 18: Gary Romer @ 7 p.m. June 19: Happy Father’s Day Check with Zella for tax help. Volunteers needed-call Zella.
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Fun Things To Do Jun 2, 9, 16, 23, & 30: Food Truck Thursdays @ North Ogden Park 5 p.m. Community Band Rehearsals - Bring your own instrument. @ North View Senior Center 7 p.m. Jazz Ensemble @ North View Senior Center 8:30 p.m. Email jepsenl2665@ gmail.com for more info. Jun 3: 20th Anniversary Historic 25th Street Car Show @ 25th Street 5 - 9 p.m. First Friday Art Stroll @ 25th Street 6 - 9 p.m. Jun 3, 4, 10, 11, 13, 17, 18, 20, & 23 - 25: Grease the Musical @ The Ziegfeld Theater 7:30 p.m. (Admission: $25) Jun 3 - 5: Ogden Music Festival 2022 @ Fort Buenaventura (Time TBD; 16 & under - FREE) Jun 5 & 26: Matched Horse Races @ Golden Spike Event Center 10 a.m. (12 & under - FREE)
LIBRARY EVENTS @ NORTH BRANCH Children’s Summer Reading Program June 1 - Aug 20: All Library locations; during operating hours
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Jun 6: Teen Scene: Seven Seas Dungeons & Dragons 7 p.m. Jun 7: Craft Night: Sea Glass Suncatchers 7 p.m. Register at 801337-2650
Jun 4: RAMP Day - FREE to the public @ Ogden’s Dinosaur Park 4 - 8 p.m. Jun 4, 11, 18, & 25: Farmer’s Market @ Historic 25th Street 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. Jun 6, 13, 20, & 27: ORI TAHITI North Star - (FREE Tahitian Dance Class) @ LDS Church Gym 9:30 a.m. (3345 W. 5200 S. Roy, UT.) More info: Search Facebook Groups - Ori North Star Jun 8, 15, 22, & 29: Music on the Plaza FREE @ The Junction Plaza 6:30 p.m. Jun 10: Summer Jazz Festival @ Barker Park Amphitheater 7 p.m. Jun 10 & 11: Narnia Production @ Woodland Park 5 p.m. & 7 p.m. (Admission: $12) Jun 11: Geology Family Day Camp Woodruff Snail Beds - FREE @ Ogden’s Dinosaur Park 8 a.m. Uke Camp - FREE @ Golden Hours Center 9 a.m. Jun 11 & 12: Ogden Arts Festival @ Union Station 12 p.m. (Admission: $5; 18 & under: FREE) Jun 15 & 29: Turn Pro Jackpots Race @ Golden Spike Events Center 4 p.m., Poles 5:30 p.m., & Barrels 6:30 p.m. June 18: Barker Park Nature Preserve Project @ 9 a.m.-11 a.m. Volunteers Needed! Jun 25: Founder’s Day Parade @ Pleasant View Drive at 10 a.m. Jun 25 & 26: Warriors Over the Wasatch Air & Space Show @ Hill AFB 10:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.
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Jun 22: Connect with Robots 6 p.m. Register at 801-337-2652 Jun 23: Weather Science 11:30 a.m. Jun 23: Art Night: Cyanotypes 7 p.m. Register at 801-337-2650
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*Please only sign up for one camp per child. Lil’ Tykes Sports Camp (AGES 3 – 5) Jun 6 - 8 & Jul 18 - 20: Soccer, Golf, Baseball, Basketball, and Tennis @ North Ogden Park East Bowery 9 a.m. **Nonresident $51, N.O. Resident $30 (Call 801-737-0587 for more info). Science Week (AGES 6 – 11) Jun 6 - 8: Rockets, Oobleck, Volcanoes, oh my! @ North Ogden Park East Bowery 10 a.m. **Non-resident: $66, N.O. Resident: $51 (Call 801-737-0587 for more info). Vocal Motion Summer Camp (AGES 8 – 15) Jun 28 - Jul 1: Patriotic Singing, Acting, & Dancing @ Cherry Days Parade & other local events 9 a.m. $85 (Register at www.vocalmotionshowchoir.com).
Jun 3: Jungle Cruise @ North Ogden Park Jun 10: Sing 2 @ Pleasant View Park
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Jun 17: Onward @ North Ogden Park
2022 Fitness Programs Jun - Aug: Water Aerobics, Aqua Dance, Lap Swimming, & Water Walking @ North Shore Pool; Fitness Admission: $3.50 (Call 801-782-9712 for more info).
Jun 24: Encanto @ Pleasant View Park
Jazz Festival June 10 FREE ADMITTANCE - Bring a blanket/chair @ Barker Park Amphitheater at 7:30 p.m.
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Get involved with STEAM projects this summer. There are lots of kid-friendly STEAM projects kids can do at a variety of ages. The Weber County Library has many books with ideas, and here is an example of one ready for any age:
THE MAGIC BUTTERFLY
All objects have a center of gravity, which is the point where the object’s weight is even on all sides. Babies learn how to control their center
MATERIALS: • Two washers or pennies • Card stock or thin cardboard such as a cereal box • Glue • Markers or crayons to decorate
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This idea came from Jane Bull’s book, Crafty Science, which you can check out from the Weber County Library System. If you have a library card, you can sign into your account online, request it, and pick it up at the circulation desk from your nearest branch. There are more than 20 STEAM projects like this you can do at home over the summer in this book, but there are plenty of other books like it if this one is already checked out.
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of gravity when they’re learning to sit or walk. If you’re already an expert at both of those challenges, try doing a handstand! This paper butterfly’s center of gravity is naturally in the middle of the butterfly. By adding the washers to the tips of the butterfly’s wings, you move the paper butterfly’s center of gravity closer to its nose. You can even shift your own center of gravity by picking up something heavy or wearing a heavy backpack.
DIRECTIONS: Cut out the butterfly from the magazine. Fold a sheet of card stock in half and trace the half butterfly on the paper with the body lined up with the folded portion of the paper. Cut out the butterfly and decorate it as you please. Flip it over and glue the washers or pennies to
the bottom. Place it on your finger and watch it balance. You can trick your family by cutting out several butterflies but only adding the weights to yours. Let them try to get their butterfly to balance on their finger like yours does. Just try to keep them from seeing the backside of the butterfly.
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The Naylors started with auto glass. Throughout the years, auto glass has changed. Rather than one windshield fitting into several vehicles, we have several different windshields for just one car. Many safety features and options are built into the windshield. Most cars have cameras that must be calibrated to ensure the Advanced Drivers Assistance Systems features continue to work properly after the windshield is replaced. Valley glass technicians have
been trained and certified to recalibrate these sensors to ensure your safety on the road. This standard of training allows them to simultaneously certify the calibrations on the vehicles we service. Now, they’re the leader in the mobile installation of windshields and flat glass. At Valley Glass, they are glass experts with a strong local heritage and are passionate about what they do. This means they know glass and use this knowledge to provide their clients and customers with the best products and services. They even recently acquired all of the Central glass locations, growing their business to nine retail stores in Utah and
Idaho and a warehouse that provides glass to their retail and wholesale accounts. The mission in the home glass market is to be your most trustworthy and reliable source for glass products. Valley Glass works with a large selection of quality manufacturers. Whether it be auto, home, or commercial work they’re on the job. They specialize in your needs including auto glass, ballistic glass, shower doors, mirrors, windows, walls, tabletops, storefronts, entrance doors, screens, pet doors, or pet showers. You can expect quality products delivered through premium services, giving you the best value for your money because they’ve served this market for generations and are committed to our community.
Fleet of the original Valley Glass trucks from the 1950s
At Valley Glass, they are glass experts with a strong local heritage and are passionate about what they do.
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that can withstand playtime with a six year old. The plastic filaments used in the printing process come in a variety of colors, so the toy itself is the color you see. Krista paints on finishing details, like eyes, at the end.
Krista & Tony Romero
It was quite the steep learning curve to learn how to make these pieces, and they currently work with other designers to help them. They are also authorized dealers to sell the work of the other designers.
Krista and Tony Romero live in North Ogden with their three kids. They homeschool their kids and have a tech fund they use to educate their kids. With it, they got a 3D printer. As they were figuring out how to use it, Krista’s and Tony’s interest grew as their children’s diminished. That set them on the path to where they are today— in designing and selling their own and other designers’ 3D creations.
Aside from their 3D printed pieces, which tend to be the most popular when they sell their work, Krista and Tony also sell other creations. “I’ve always loved arts and crafts,” said Krista. “My mom would take me to ceramic classes, and my grandpa would make mosaics with me.” Her family was very encouraging. She took every art class she could in high school, and the internet really opened up many doors. Her husband asked her to narrow her focus in the art she created and sold, so she now focuses primarily on painting and sculpting custom-made tumblers.
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They 3D print bendy sculptures of snakes, dragons, and animals
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Tony has been a software engineer, mechanic, and garage door technician and originally didn’t see himself as being very creative. One day, he learned one of his garage door customers had a wood-turning lathe that didn’t work. June 3: First Friday Art Stroll @ 25th Street, 6 - 9 p.m. Historic 25th Street Car Show Quick Draw Competition @ 25th Street, 12 p.m. (Entry Fee: $25 / Student Fee: $10)
Find them on facebook or look for their booth at events @ MyHappyViking. Earlier, he had watched some woodturning videos that piqued his interest. The customer gave it to Tony. He took it home, fixed it, and has been creating from there. Currently, they sell their art at vending events. In June, you can find them at the Ogden Tattoo Convention and Summerpalooza, with a few smaller events between. Krista and Tony are hoping to have a storefront to sell their art and teach others how to design and create 3D printed pieces. They spend hours at events teaching those who are interested about the 3D printing process. They hope to, one day, offer classes to people interested and give them hands-on experience.
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History of Summer Games for Kids in North Ogden BY JENNY GOLDSBERRY
As school gets out and your family runs out of ways to fill your day with, we thought we’d introduce some old school games from history. Give them a try and let us know what you think!
Plane Landings
This game was popular more than 100 years ago. Two teams and a barrier, which can be a table or log set up between the two teams, were needed. One of the teams had a ball, yelled out “Annie,” and threw the ball to a member of the opposing team. If that person didn’t catch the ball, then they would throw it back. Once the ball was caught, the teams switched sides as fast as possible. The catcher attempted to hit an opposing team member with the ball while they ran to change sides. If a catcher was successful, the player who was hit had to change teams. The game continued until one of the teams completely absorbed the other. Eventually, this game became Red Rover without the ball. This is the type of game where you can invite the whole neighborhood to create large teams.
Kids loved watching Something kids used to do back in the day that might not planes land! interest kids as much today was watch planes land. Back in the day, small propeller planes landed in the nearby Hot Springs Resort. The North Ogden Historical Museum shared a photo of children from North Ogden in May 1919 in a horse and buggy, off to watch a plane land. It was likely their first time seeing a plane, even for some adults. At this time, the Federal Aviation Administration wouldn’t be established for another 20 years, so planes essentially had free range of the skies and where to land. Hot Springs Resort had 40 rooms and two swimming pools, so it was an excellent place to land for some rest.
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Graces
Another popular game from the past is Graces, which requires a hoop and a stick per kid. Kids try to use the stick to successfully pass the hoop back and forth. This game was devised to promote grace and dexterity in young children, which is how it got its name. The bigger the hoop, the easier the game, so you can use anything from a hula hoop to an earring. You likely already have hula hoops for the many games that involve them, maybe even for an obstacle course. Smaller hoops have dual purpose, too, for target games where objects are placed at a distance from the thrower, and the thrower tries to capture them with the hoops.
Toy Swap
While we’re not in a wartime now, here’s a fun idea from the second World War era. Many toy factories at the time were required to make guns, plane parts, and other pieces of equipment needed for the war effort instead of making new toys. As a result, there was a toy shortage, so children would swap with one another at ‘toy exchanges’. In this day and age, where the most popular YouTube channels worldwide are of children reviewing games, kids will be happy to learn about and try new toys from their friends.
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1 COMPETITION will continue to be strong, with buyers trying to move quickly to lock in rates before they go up again.
The pandemic brought in historically low mortgage interest rates. That tends to be a good thing for homebuyers, but it also drives up demand because it makes the purchase more affordable for more people. The competition to buy has been especially fierce in Utah for a number of reasons. One, the pandemic brought in an influx of people from other states (because they could work remotely and Utah’s economy was stable and attractive). Two, Utah is about 45,000 housing units short of where it needs to be for its growing population. (Those are just a few of the reasons.) This means that: Utah’s housing market has been scorching hot year-round — not just in the spring. One factor driving up demand is changing, though. Mortgage interest rates are increasing. Why? The Federal Reserve — America’s central bank — has increased the Fed Funds rate twice this year to combat rising inflation. Higher interest rates mean higher borrowing costs, which means people spend less. As a result, the demand for goods and services declines, which causes inflation to fall. As a quick side note: The Federal Reserve does not set mortgage interest rates. The Fed Funds rate is different from a mortgage interest rate, but they typically move in the same direction, which is why mortgage interest rates have increased too.
2 PRICES will remain high as long as demand remains high.
Ordinarily, rate increases would translate to home sales slowing, but again, it’s not an ordinary time. With such a low housing inventory, and with people continuing to move to the Beehive State for employment opportunities, the demand for homes in Utah will remain high.
Go to bankofutah.com to learn more about accounts for children and students, or visit your local Bank of Utah branch.
3 Real estate will continue to be a safe investment because it helps you build long-term wealth. Remember, you can always refinance when the rates go back down.
Go to bankofutah. com/home-loans to learn more about home loan options.
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Weber Communities That Care Working in our community to prevent youth substance abuse and suicide
Framework (SPF). The CTC process and SPF are utilized to help coalitions assess and prioritize the problem, identify risk and protective factors, ensure resources are available, and plan and implement evidence-based prevention programs. Weber CTC focuses heavily on reducing risk and increasing protective factors that have been proven to prevent problem behaviors, like people struggling with substance use disorders or dying by suicide. All of this ensures that we can make effective, lasting, and positive change in our community.
BY JULIE ANDERSON
The Weber Communities That Care Coalition (Weber CTC) is a primary prevention coalition working to prevent youth substance use and suicide in our community. We are a caring group of community members that harnesses resources to support all youth by engaging families, schools, and the community through education and connectedness. Weber CTC is made up of a key leader board and a community board, both of which include community members, key leaders, businesses, parents, grandparents, religious leaders, school personnel, law enforcement, local government, youth, healthcare, and youth-serving organizations. The Weber CTC is guided by the CTC process and the Strategic Prevention
Weber CTC is proud to do prevention work throughout North Ogden, Pleasant View, Harrisville, Eden, Liberty, and Huntsville.
If you feel compelled to learn more about Weber CTC and join the coalition, please visit Weberctc.org.
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A “preserve” built by citizens, not the government Join community members on June 18th to help the future Barker’s North Ogden Nature, Heritage and Legacy Preserve YOU ARE NEEDED. This is a call to action. After decades on the back burner, a group of North Ogden residents have decided the city will never have the funds to turn this wonderful venue into “Barker’s North Ogden Nature, Heritage, and Legacy Preserve.” We are committed to not only building this park with a minimal amount of tax dollars, but to ensuring a Legacy Trust Fund using the 501(c)(3) Charitable Fund initiated by Blake Cevering. This trust fund will include funding for maintenance, repair, and replacement.
North Ogden has a rich heritage of private citizen involvement.
From Native American Conservation, early pioneers working together to build a fort to protect early settlers, building churches with contributed funds and private donations, to building the first and second swimming pools, North Ogden citizens have often done things themselves with little to no tax dollars. North Ogden can do it again.
A chance to see the “Preserve” will be available at the “Clean, prune and preserve” service project on Saturday, June 18th, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Displays showing the potential of this land will be available. Grant and Linda Protzman have sponsored several of these service projects over the past few years, resulting in dump trucks filled to overflowing with weeds, dead wood, and garbage. We are now ready to move beyond “Clean and Prune” to the “Prepare” Step.
Come be part of the future on June 18th at the Barker’s Reserve “Troll Hollows” entrance north of and behind the amphitheater entrance on Fruitland Drive. Set a new model for our state and nation by doing this without tax funds. Bring chainsaws, gas or battery-powered weed wackers, grubbing hoes (they look like a pick, one end pointed and the other with a wide blade), pointed shovels, pruners, nippers, pruning saws, wheelbarrows, and other garden tools. Wear heavy-duty gloves, long-sleeved shirts, work shoes, and work pants. No shorts, flip flops, or open-toed footwear. Great snacks and refreshments will be provided by Lee’s. Coupons and other treats will be provided by other area businesses. We’re needing new or cleaned used towels and socks for donations to the homeless shelters. The homeless are in critical need for them. Two years ago, six pickup loads were collected. Please bring donations to the amphitheater. JOIN US!
Join in a project that will be part of your enduring legacy in North Ogden. We will see you on June 18th. For any questions, or if you have special skills and can lead a team, please contact: k Grant Protzman at 801-782-6616 g.d.protzman@gmail.com k Blake Cevering at 801-549-8202 bcevering@nogden.org
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Summer Bucket List This year’s Bucket List is brought to you by Scooters Coffee and Lava Hot Springs. BY HAILEY MINTON
For this summer’s bucket list, we wanted to highlight rock climbing, backpacking, mountain biking, and archery. These activities capitalize on the unique geographic features of living in Utah. The highest level of these activities are catered to adults, but any age can have fun at a more appropriate level. Keep in mind that any kid is going to need a willing adult to spearhead these activities. We also have a fun list of activities just for kids to get your own summer bucket list started!
Mountain Biking It wasn’t until now, in my late twenties, that I got into Mountain Biking. The experience delivers a similar thrill to downhill skiing and snowboarding. Everything is constantly changing when riding in the mountains during the spring, summer, and fall months. One week, you can pedal alongside fields of wildflowers, another week, you can breathe that decomposing leaf air as you pedal through tunnels of fall leaves. You get to
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see more country in less time compared to hiking, and I think it is a lot of fun to navigate the technical aspects of the trails. Since we live in an area with a lot of different trail users, it’s important to know trail etiquette before you jump on your bike. The International Mountain Bike Association has a general rule that has been around since the 70s: Bikers yield to horses and foot traffic, and descending riders yield to climbing riders. However,
some areas have trails that are marked as downhill mountain biking only. The Ogden Parkway paved trail has some fun dirt trails that connect with it. North Fork Park has a network of trails I’m looking forward to checking out. You can also check out Snowbasin, Powder Mountain, and the Bonneville Shoreline trails.
TIP: Looking for trails nearby? Use the Mountain Biking Project app to find one near you that is suited to your skill level.
Rock Climbing Whether you’re trying it for the first time, have gone to a climbing gym a few times, or you’re a seasoned climber, rock climbing is fun for all skill levels. The sport requires some education, but once you have the skills and gear, the top of the route is the limit! My husband and I love rock climbing because once you invest money in the gear you need, it’s free to climb outside (most of the time). It’s an amazing way to explore an area, whether you live there or visit a new place. Especially in Utah, there are places to rock climb almost anywhere you travel. It is an exhilarating, challenging, and physically demanding activity. My husband and I love taking our nieces and nephews out
with us to let them experience the highs and lows of it. If you think this sport is scary or dangerous, we both think the risk in driving a car is substantially higher than it is for rock climbing (with the right equipment and skill, that is). The climbing community is usually really great, inclusive, and supportive. It’s always fun to be climbing at the same wall with strangers. When you see someone else overcome a challenge, it feels like you won a little bit too! There’s always more you can learn with rock climbing. Right now, my husband and I want to learn how to multi-pitch climb. That means you climb up a bigger wall part way, then your belay partner climbs up behind
you. Once you get to the top of that first pitch, you start over again and climb up the next pitch. There are a lot of things you need to know to go rock climbing: building an anchor, belaying, rope management, not to mention the technique it takes to actually climb the wall. There are a lot of ways to become educated. You can reach out to your friend who climbs and ask to go climb with them or take a class through one of the climbing gyms or Weber State. Weber State has some affordable clinics they host over the summer. Check out their website if you want the confidence that comes by being trained by a skilled instructor. www.weber.edu/outdoor/onsite-clinics
TIP: Looking for outdoor climbing routes near you? Use the app Mountain Project.
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Backpacking In 2019, I hiked a relatively small section of the Pacific Crest Trail: a trail running from the border of Mexico, through California, Oregon, and Washington, and ending at the border of Canada. The entire trail is 2,650 miles, and I hiked 314 of them. I found that after about the first 50 miles or so, I started to get into a groove that helped me see the draw of long-distance backpacking. The wilderness, solitude, friends I made along the way, scenery, sore muscles, and wildlife made it unforgettable. Facing physical, mental, and logistical challenges that aren’t a part of everyday life was invigorating, and I highly recommend the experience of doing a long backpacking trip. There are other trails in the US: the Appalachian Trail on the East Coast, the Continental Divide trail through New Mexico, Colorado, Wyoming, Idaho and Montana, along with a few others. Utah is home to the Highline trail in the Uintas, which spans 104 miles. You may have heard of backpacking to King’s Peak, which is a side trail option along the Highline Trail route. There are other trails like the La Verkin Creek Trail in Zion National Park that runs 14 miles or Bryce Canyon’s Under the Rim Trail that spans 23 miles or Paria Canyon Backpacking Trail in the Vermillion Cliffs Wilderness at 38 miles. There is something liberating about carrying everything you need to survive on your back and reestablishing “home” every night. Planning meals for backpacking is different from any other type of meal planning you’ve done. You count calories but in the opposite way of what society is used to. More densely packed calories equals more energy for the weight you’re carrying. Cliff bars, tortilla roll up with a tuna packet, snickers bars, oatmeal
packets, dehydrated bananas, pineapple and mango, nuts, and beef jerky were some of my staples. Meals where you just add water are ideal because it means less weight to pack around. I really loved the Good To-Go meals, and my favorite was their Herbed Mushroom Risotto. Backpackers know that gear can make or break a trip, especially when carrying extra weight wears on your feet and joints over the long haul. These are my top three picks that I think make the biggest difference: A Sawer water filter. When going for long distances, you need to filter water as you go. These filters are very light weight and screw onto water bottles. Most people used the disposable Smart Water containers for them. They are lighter weight, and you can easily squeeze them to filter your water. Bring two bottles so one will be the dirty water that is pre-filtered, and the other one can hold filtered water. On cold nights, just make sure you keep your filter in your sleeping bag with you. If it freezes, it’s ineffective.
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Injinji wool toe socks. I always do long hikes in two layers of wool socks, with these toe socks as my base layer. These do a phenomenal job of preventing blisters, and many other hikers on the PCT loved them just as much as I did. A warm sleeping bag and a comfortable backpacking sleeping pad. I have the Big Agnes Roxy Ann bag and the Big Agnes 20 x 72 x 4 Insulate Q-core Sleeping pad. There are lots of good options out there at a variety of price points. Being comfortable at night is important to me, so I went with this gear even though it was a little more on the pricey side. Trust me, it only takes one uncomfortable night to make good sleeping gear worth it. Photo by Hailey Minton
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Archery BY: JENNY GOLDSBERRY
Archery is a fun, competitive sport that requires strength and focus. Anyone can give it a try, and you’ll find it’s much simpler than shooting, because there isn’t a license or registration needed to use a bow and arrow. The two sports are very similar in set up and practice. When it comes to target practice, get either field or bullet point arrows. Even though these are mostly meant for targets and very small game, they’re still dangerous, so be careful with them. You’ll want a target, which you can rent ready-made or can create your own with a bale of hay. You’ll also want a back stop to keep wayward arrow from flying too far. This is accomplished with an old rug or quilt hung behind the target. Make sure it’s significantly wider and taller than the target for best effect. If you’re in a group playing archery, communication is key. Always notify other archers when you’re about to shoot. Never shoot an arrow straight up, from an extremely long distance, or when you can’t see where you’re shooting. When it comes time to gather the arrows, which have hopefully hit your target, notify other archers to put down their bows so the path is clear for the clean up. If you want to learn archery to bowhunt someday, you’ll first need a hunting education and license from the state of Utah. For small game, use a judo or blunt point. When it comes to big game, you’ll need a broadhead point, which is banned from most archery ranges. There’s even a point especially for fishing. Utah provides a free bowhunting education, but it’s not necessary to hunt. There’s no minimum age requirement, and you pay only when you pass the bowhunting exam. The Weber County Archery Park is located at 2840 F Avenue, Ogden, UT 84401. The WCAP opened in July of 2020 and offers our users an 11 acre park which includes: an indoor facility housing an archery shop, classroom and range with shooting distances up to 60 yards, an outdoor area that has over 50 bag and 3D targets ranging from 10 to 100+ yards.
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Join a library reading program: Find a book to read together as a family, e.i. Harry Potter, Charlottes Web, The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe, etc.
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BUCKET LIST BY MELISSA SPELTS
I like to sit down with my family and come up with a summer bucket list. It’s fun to hear what crazy ideas my kids come up with. I usually think, if we can, we will do it. Sometimes I have to say, “be brave and try,” think rope swings! On the right are things that have been on our summer bucket list that might help get your ideas flowing.
“Thank you so much for creating this list. My girls
loved it! We got out and did activities that we otherwise wouldn’t have. I hope you do it again next year.”
-Vanessa Wilson
Monday “fun” day: do something fun with your kids on this day every week (choose a day that works best for you). You could do crafts, challenges, or a sport. Go swimming at the lake, swimming pool, or aquatic center. Picnic at a fun park. Go fishing at a lake or at the Fish Farm in North Ogden if you want to for sure catch a fish. Ride bikes to your favorite ice cream place or to get donuts. Learn something new: sewing, crafting, quilting, canning, or musical instruments. Have a Bob Ross day and watch one of his instructional videos; try to replicate his painting techniques. Take pictures of all the activities you do in the summer and make an “end of summer video” to watch via projector in the back yard or at a family gathering with extended family. Have a cake decorating party (you can buy pre made cakes at a local grocery store or make your “own.”
Vanessa’s daughters enjoying a paper boat challenge from last year’s bucketlist.
Go on a hike. Go to a carnival or fair. Grow a garden. Do service for a neighbor. Go for a drive and explore new parts of Utah you haven’t seen yet. Camp out in the back yard for a night and star gaze. Go hammocking. Go on a scavenger hunt. Run through the sprinklers. Movies in the park.
Whatever is on your list, make sure to enjoy the summer with your kids and remember to take photos because as my Grandma Frehner used to always say — “You’ll thank me later.”
Try the watermelon rubber band challenge. Play kickball with friends and family at a local baseball field. Roast hot dogs and marshmallows over a fire. Make homemade play dough. Have a water balloon fight or play water balloon games.
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There are only 18 summers in childhood...make every one count.
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hotography is another form of telling a story. I have seen two people take pictures of the same thing, and they tell totally different stories. Sometimes, one picture is much more striking and beautiful than another of the same thing. A good photographer must develop “the eye” that helps them see how to frame and capture awesome photos.
My hope with these articles are to inspire you to go out5and take pictures of things that are most important to you and to get shots that you are happy about. I hope you will snap pictures of people you love and places that are dear to you. Photography is such a fun way to be creative and to capture and chronicle specific times in your life. When I am taking pictures of people, I love to come prepared with fun ideas and props to enhance my photos. I look on
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Little toes & feet are so cute! Pinterest for poses and prop ideas and make a folder so I won’t forget all my ideas in the middle of a shoot. Even though I am copying ideas, they always come out uniquely because of the different personalities of my subjects, which is so fun.
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Photography is such a fun way to be creative and to capture and chronicle specific times in your life.
My favorite props for pictures with children and teens are balloons, bubbles, and bubble gum. Anytime I use these things, I get the biggest smiles, sometimes involuntarily, which is very helpful. They also help me catch some candid photos of them having fun. It can bring out the happy side of any kid, big or small. Blankets, chairs, a chalk board with a message on it can also be fun. I also love including pets, a favorite tree they love to climb, a bike that they ride everyday, basketball, or other sport accessories, or ballet shoes. Really, use anything that shows the interest of the target. I also like to go to the dollar store and get a pack of prop mustaches and tiaras and let people pick one they like. It is just for fun, and not every thing you use will be your favorite so try a few different ideas.
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Celebrating forty years of helping clients find homes
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ohn W. Hansen and Associates Real Estate is celebrating 40 years of successfully serving clients. They are an integral part of the real estate community in Northern Utah, helping clients of all kinds, from families and individuals looking for a place to call home to large corporations providing foundational public services.
John is very grateful for his team. When he started in real estate, he worked alone and has gradually added agents and staff.
INFO Business: Real Estate Services 5730 S 1475 E #200, Ogden, UT 84403 (801) 479-1500 johnwhansen.com
This prominent brokerage has grown from one man into a tight-knit team of well-trained, experienced professionals. When John W. Hansen got started in real estate, he worked alone. He gradually added agents and staff as the business expanded. Many of his team members have worked with him for over 25 years. John is very grateful for his team. “The foundation of this brokerage is the integrity and professionalism of the agents and staff I work with. We’ve worked closely for a long time, and we work very well together. This increases our productivity as a company.” Before working in real estate, John taught seminary for eight years for The Church of Jesus Christ of LatterDay Saints. He said that the key lesson he took from
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his time teaching was “to treat others as you would like to be treated.” His underlying love of serving people created a solid foundation for his business, and people naturally wanted to work with him. During his long and distinguished time in real estate, John has been highly awarded by the Northern Wasatch Association of Realtors. The John W. Hansen brokerage has handled over 20,000 transactions over the years. Looking back, there were many particular projects that stood out to John. He sold 10,000 acres to the State of Utah, in the Middle Fork area of Ogden Valley, and sold the Wolf Creek Resort. More recently, he handled the sale of 60 acres of property where the new IHC hospital is now located. He has handled the development of several major office complexes in Weber and Davis counties. John proudly represented America First Credit Union as their broker. “They trusted me to acquire their sites for 25 years. It’s truly been an honor to work with so many wonderful local businesses.”
“It takes a whole community to create a successful business, and we are so grateful to all those who have supported us during the last forty years.” Even though John has turned the day-to-day running of his company over to his son Marc, he still works every day. “I have no plans to retire,” he says. “I’ve never turned down a listing of any size.” John continues to use his work ethic, love of service, and experience to be the driving force behind this dynamic real estate team. “I’m very grateful for the work I’ve been able to do. My business can’t grow alone. A real estate brokerage needs financial institutions, title companies, engineers, architects, contractors, and many others in order to function. It takes a whole community to create a successful business, and we are so grateful to all those who have supported us during the last 40 years.”
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Kids Summer Reading List F AV O R I T E S F O R E V E RY A G E G RO U P by Clelia Guinn, Children’s Specialist at the North Branch library
For children
For teens
I’m Not Scared, You’re Scared! By Seth Meyers, illustrated by Rob Sayegh Jr.
One for All By Lillie Lainoff
Watercress By Andrea Wang, illustrated by Jason Chin Mel Fell Written and illustrated by Corey R. Tabor The Sea-Ringed World: Sacred Stories of the Americas By Maria Garcia Esperon, illustrated by Amanda Mijangos, translated by David Bowles The Last Cuentista By Donna Barba Higuera
Red, White, and Whole by Rajani LaRocca The Girl Who Fell Beneath the Sea By Axie Oh Six Crimson Cranes By Elizabeth Lim Winter in Sokcho By Élisa Shua Duspain Cold By Mariko Tamaki A Snake Falls to Earth By Darcie Little Badger
A Bird Will Soar By Alison Green Myers The Boy Who Met a Whale By Nizrana Farook
The Ivory Key By Akshaya Raman Four royal siblings must find a new source of magic to protect their country from invading forces. Each sibling has sometime to gain from finding the Ivory Key, but they have even more to lose if they don’t. The most difficult part of their quest might just be finding a way to work together.
Eyes That Kiss in the Corners By Joanna Ho, illustrated by Dung Ho A young Asian girl notices that her eyes look different from her peers’. They have big, round eyes and long lashes. She realizes that her eyes are like her mother’s, her grandmother’s, and her little sister’s. Drawing from the strength of these powerful women in her life, she recognizes her own beauty and discovers a path to self-love and empowerment.
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S P E C I A L A D V E RT I S E M E N T
Saluting Our Service Members: Military Spotlight By The Major Brent Taylor Foundation and Jenny Goldsberry
Angelique A. Pifer Lieutenant Colonel Angelique A. Pifer joined the Army Reserves in college. After finishing boot camp, her dad, Master Sergeant Michael Kincanon, who has since retired from the Army, suggested she begin training as an officer. Luckily, her university had an ROTC program, so she was able to join. There, she met her husband Ryan Pifer, also an Army Lieutenant Colonel. “Comically, we couldn’t stand each other,” Angelique remembers. Eventually, they were colloquial with each other. In her senior year, Angelique volunteered to coach a U10 boys’ soccer team. She felt the boys needed a male role model, so she asked Ryan to help coach, and the rest is history. Angelique was commissioned on Active Duty in December 2001, as an Air Defense Artillery officer. While stationed in Germany, she conducted operations in Turkey and Crete, working with NATO partners and the Israeli Defense Force. Meanwhile, Ryan deployed to Iraq as an infantry officer. Soon after Ryan redeployed, they transitioned to Military Intelligence and moved to Arizona, then Fort Hood, Texas, where they had their first baby. While in Texas, they deployed to Iraq, and their son went to live in Utah with his grandparents. Upon redeploying, they moved to the Defense Language Institute for command and had baby number two. While there, Angelique applied to a specialty branch of the Army, and Ryan was accepted into special training. They moved to the nation’s
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capital where Angelique earned her master’s and then worked at the Pentagon and Defense Intelligence Agency. By this point, they had three children. Their next assignment took them back to Germany, where they had their fourth child. In a full-circle moment, their oldest son was invited to play on a German soccer team as the lone American. Angelique was notified she was selected to be a Professor of Military Science, days before her deployment to Jordan. She accepted a three-year position at Johns Hopkins University, which brought them all back to the east coast. She loved the job so much that she requested to continue her calling at Weber State University, where she remains today. She enjoys training the 100+ cadets from Weber State and Utah State Universities. At times, they get frustrated with the training, but when faced with challenges, are exposed to different types of leadership, and get to interact with cadets from other programs, they quickly appreciate the training they received from Angelique and others. Her cadets are currently gathering at Fort Knox, Kentucky(where she is currently), to complete training with cadets from 238 ROTC
As the Pifers get ready to retire in North Ogden, they reflect on the friends they made across the world: those who went above and beyond to befriend them despite their transitory lifestyle. They would encourage everyone in the community to get to know the military members here, no matter how brief their time here might be. HELP US HONOR A MILITARY MEMBER!
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programs across the nation. Every year, she helps cadets get on the same path that brought her and her family amazing memories and meaning to their lives.
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Kid-Approved SNACKS
biolife ROLL IT UP Grab a tortilla and roll it up with some fillings insideideas below!
Summer is here, the kids are home, and they want to eat all day! Moms know this to be all too true. We’ve got some fun and nutritious snack ideas that your kids can help with (and any extra kids you might have over).
Mexican S’mores
Cheerio Bars
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3 cups Cheerios ¾ cup peanut butter ½ cup honey In a medium sauce pan, heat the peanut butter and honey over medium heat until melted, stir in Cheerios. Press mixture into a 8x8 pan lined with parchment paper. Refrigerate at least an hour. Keep any leftovers stored in the fridge.
Crunchy Veggies BY RYAN SPELTS
My mom used to leave tubs of water with carrot and celery sticks in them for us to easily grab when we opened the fridge. They make for easy and quick snacks, and they are easy to see when you open the fridge looking to munch. It’s nothing special, just carrot sticks and celery submerged in water, kept cold.
Ready-to-eat! Serve yourself Healthy
Tortilla Peanut Butter (or almond butter) Chocolate chips Mini marshmallows Place tortilla on a microwave safe plate. Spread a stripe of peanut butter down the middle of the tortilla (roughly 2 inches wide). Sprinkle chocolate chips on the peanut butter, followed by marshmallows. Roll up the tortilla, being sure to put the outer edge on the bottom, so the roll is pinned closed. Microwave for about 30-60 seconds or until you see the marshmallows puffing up in the microwave. Let cool for a timeless minute or so, and enjoy!
Banana Wrap Ups BY JENNY GOLDSBERRY
1 banana 1 tortilla 2 Tbsp. peanut butter 1 Tbsp. chia seeds 2 tsp. honey Spread peanut butter, a great source of protein and omega 3, on your tortilla. Sprinkle chia seeds for an extra crunch and dose of vitamin A. Slice a potassium-boosted banana into slices and place on your spread. Pour honey on top before you wrap it up burrito or pinwheel style for a yummy healthy snack. {continued on page 28}
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The Best Granola BY KRISTINA CASE
The great thing about this recipe is you can customize to your family’s tastes. Use nuts everyone likes, leave out the coconut if you don’t like that, add in some wheat germ or ground flaxseed for extra nutrition-it’s a very flexible recipe. I like it best with yogurt and fresh fruit. 3 cups old fashioned oats ¾ cup chopped nuts (I use roasted almonds and pistachios, but any blend will work) ¾ cup unsweetened coconut (I buy the coconut chips and chop them up) ¼ cup pumpkin seeds ¼ cup sunflower seeds ½ tsp. kosher salt ¼ cup honey ¼ cup pure maple syrup 2 Tbsp. butter ¼ cup coconut oil 2 Tbsp. vanilla Sprinkle of cinnamon and nutmeg (cardamon is good too)
APPLE SNACK RINGS
Mix oats, nuts, seeds, salt, coconut, and spices in a large bowl. In a saucepan, melt over low heat the honey, maple syrup, butter, and coconut oil. Add in vanilla. Add wet mix to oat/ nut mix and stir until oats are coated. Pour onto cookie sheet lined with parchment paper.
Cut a whole apple into mediumthick slices, cut out core, and top with peanut/nut butter, granola, raisins, and mini chocolate chips. Other toppings include the following: mini marshmallows, any dried fruit, M&Ms, or any kind of cereal (cinnamon toast crunch crumbled is good). These are great snacks for little hands to help with!
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3 cups mixed berries, fresh or frozen, separated 2 cups plain yogurt 2-3 Tbsp. honey 1 tsp. vanilla ½ cup granola Blend yogurt, 2 cups berries, honey, and vanilla. Spread onto parchment-lined cookie sheet and spread evenly. Top with granola and remaining berries. Freezer for at least 4 hours and break into small pieces. Store in air-tight container or Ziplock bag in freezer. Great for a hot day! Optional toppings include the following: sliced bananas, mini chocolate chips, shredded coconut, drizzled peanut, or nut butter
Fresh fruit is always a winner!
Don’t forget to stock the freezer with fun snacks for hot days like popsicles, frozen smoothies, and ice cream...because what is summer without ice cream?
Kids can make
Spread evenly and bake at 325 degrees for 15 minutes, stir, cook for another 15 minutes or until mixture is golden brown and toasted. Don’t overcook or your granola will taste burnt. Cool and store in airtight container in refrigerator for up to three weeks.
Tips to save your sanity
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Help themselves
Allocate a small section of your pantry and fridge for areas your kids can help themselves. Snacks that are preportioned work best, like string cheese, yogurt, pre-sliced fruit and veggies, popcorn, crackers, trail mix & energy bars.
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Easy lunches
Many parents are working from home and often can’t take a long lunch break. Having pre-made sandwiches, wraps or leftovers available can make your life easier
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Establish a snack and meal schedule and post it where kids can see it. Sometimes they truly aren’t hungry but bored!
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Happy Father’s Day! June 19th
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WAYS TO SHOW DAD YOU LOVE HIM! Sometimes, the smallest of gifts are the best!
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I am thankful for you because
The Gift of Thank You
Tell Dad what you love about him and what you’ve learned from him. Cut out a heart shape from construction or colored paper and write in your answer or Mom can help write for little ones.
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The Gift of a Keepsake
It’s not just moms who appreciate a special gift from their kids that they’ve made with their own hands. For dads of young kids, a handprint or footprint is a treasured gift.
The Gift of a Good Meal
Making Dad his favorite food with his favorite beverage will definetly make him smile. You can even buy him his favorite snack from the store;it’s the thought that counts!
The Gift of a Quality Time
Dads love spending time with their kids. You could go on a bike ride, a nature walk, or a trip to the park. Ice cream at the end would probably be a good idea, too.
The Gift of Chores
Let Dad relax on his special day! Take out the trash, offer to mow the lawn, do the dishes, or offer some quiet time for him to just relax.
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