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Page 3, News,'Tuesday:November 13, 1990 Pet Talk Pet ninja' turtles can be fun by Alice Scott Teenage mutant ninja turtles have become the heroes of the day. ,. With this popularity, parents are buying their children "turtles" for pets. Turtles are fairly easy to care for and interesting for your chil- dren to watch. However, contrary to common belief, the worst conditions a tur- tle can be kept under are those which exist in so-called turtle bowls. These bowls force turtles to exist in a totally unnatural envi- ronment and also can cause infec- tions or death. If you plan on having turtles for pets and want them to be healthy, invest in an adequate size aquarium. Pouliot's portfolio ccntinued from page 4 responsive to the needs of all citi- zens of Ontario. Turtles are adept swimmers and enjoy staying under water for long periods of time. Your aquarium should have an island to allow the turtle to climb out of the water, to be closer to Buy your turtle a float light, which warms their shells. A piece of styrofoam or cork that is fixed between the side walls of the tank is the simplest method. You can also purchase turtle floats available at your pet store. The aquarium should not be completely filled with water. The level should be at least 3" to 4" from the top. The water temperature should be approximately 77 - 80 F, this is best done using a submersible let your words do the talking inthe aquarium heater. A filter is very important since turtles are very messy. The water should be changed weekly, and a chlorine remover used in the fresh water. Turtles are carnivorous, so if you don't want your fish to become lunch, put them in anoth- er aquarium. Also explain to your children that turtles are not to be picked up. Always wash your hands after changing the water or pick- ing up your turtles to clean the tank Turtles can be infected by germs and infect you. Healthy turtles should have _ Clear eyes and hard shells. Most pet stores have everything you will need to have a healthy turtle. Think turtles this Christmas. Thank You _ Dauid and Cynthia Wall would like to exfrress our sincere thanks ts our many friends, whd uis- ced, sent floral tributes, sympathy cards, mass cards, and donations te the Muscular Dystrophy Association in memoriam, the recent lass of our beloved Samantha on Octaber 73, 1990. Special thanks ts Father Campbell and the C.W.L., Reverend Elkin, Dr. Wilkes and the wunses and of McCausland Hospital, Terrace Bay Ambulance Sewice, the Upjohn and Aamecare nurses and homemakers, the Destrcet health anct, Northshore Child Development program, the Lions Club, Minnova Tuc and is ewployecs, and Seta Sigma Phi for your selfless care and support of our family bath wow and during Sammy s ness. the kindness and generarily of our community will live in our ro) Pied aad Cpithee Seeesesss As Mines Minister, I intend to ensure that the needs of the min- ing industry are addressed and balanced with the expectations of people of Ontario. I am confidant that through consultation, we can reconcile the needs of all resource user groups and develop policies which pro- vide for the sound ongoing development of the mining sector in Ontario. I look forward to playing an important role in this process. My priority is to establish open and honest lines of commu- nication between the ministry, all members of the mining communi- ty and the general public in order to foster the confidence and trust needed to work together for the betterment of this important industry and the prosperity of our province. I pledge a keen ear and an honest commitment to service from both your minister and the staff of the Ministry of Mines. Gilles Pouliot Ontario Minister of Mines MINISTRY OF NATURAL RESOURCES ATTENTION HUNTERS, FISHERMEN, LOGGERS, TRAPPERS AND RESOURCE USERS Review of the Black River Forest Draft Timber Management Plan The Ministry of Natural Resources and Great West Timber Ltd. invite you to review the Draft Timber Management Plan for the Black River Forest. This Draft Plan outlines the areas eligible for forest harvesting, regeneration, tending, protection and road construction during the twenty year plan period 1991-2011. The Draft Plan also identifies detailed proposals for forest harvesting, regeneration and maintenance, protection and road construction for the five year period April 1, 1991 to March 31st, 1996. At this stage of the draft plan review, you are invited to: - Note how your earlier submissions and comments regarding proposed operations have been considered in the draft; - Study the Ministry of Natural Resources preliminary list of required alterations; - Identify any new concerns or issues that may have been missed or for which there is new idfotrnaliort The Draft Plan will be available for review and comments for a 30-day period beginning Wednesday November 14th, 1990 to December 14th, 1990 during normal working hours at the Ministry of Natural Resources, Manitouwadge Work Centre, Manitou Road, Manitouwadge. Anyone wishing to review the Draft Plan during evening hours may do so by appointment. The approved Tiimber Management Plan will be available for inspection on March 1, 1991. For further information, please contact Derrick Tirschmann Ministry of Natural Resources P. O. Box 309 Manitouwadge, Ontario POT 2CO Written comments may be directed to: District Manager Ministry of Natural Resources P. O. Box 280 | Terrace Bay, Ontario POT 2WO Telephone: (807) 826-3225 Please note that opinions expressed become public record unless privacy is requested. Renseignements offerts en francais . a l'adresse suivante: . Ministere des Richesses Naturelles C. P. 309 Manitouwadge, Ontario POT 2CO Telephone: (807) 826-3225 WALK ON AIR Give your active feet a treat with Air-Pillo Insoles from Dr. Scholl's. And get cushioned- comfort with every step. Available from Scholl Footcare displays everywhere. Ministry of Scholls ¥) Natural Resources | AiIR-PILLO*INSOLES | (| Ontario