CROP Walk set for Oct. 4
CLOSE ENCOUNTER Former Conrad High School principal Paul Stenerson was recently bow hunting for elk in the Tetons when a Grizzly sow and two cubs came out of the brush. Stenerson was about 18 feet up a tree, in a hunting stand, and at first thought it might be an elk coming through the brush until the mother bear came out. Stenerson popped off a few photos and then as the bear got up on two feet and looked up the stand, he got out his bear spray. However, he didnt need it, this time, and the bear retreated back into the woods. Although the picture doesn't go with the story, it was one of those pictures we thought should be published. Photo courtesy of Paul Stenerson
A portion of the funds raised here in Conrad will go to the Conrad Food Pantry.
Last year CROP had almost 100 walkers participate and rose over $4,000.
A portion of the money raised went to the Horizon Lodge Food Assistance Program. This year we will be donating the funds to the Conrad Food Pantry.
Treasurer Ruby Bouma says that donations are down this year and the food pantry needs additional funding to help through the winter months.
CROP Hunger Walks continue to play a big role in the international world as well as the local community.
This year’s walk will begin at 3 p.m. starting at the Conrad Baptist Church 110 N. Wisconsin.
The route will be three miles, the average distance many people around the world have to travel for water. The National Junior Honor Society will be serving refreshments after the walk.
To learn more about becoming a walker or a donor, contact Anna Dalman at 278-0191.
Biggest Loser at Wellness Center
PMC Wellness Center is kicking-off their annual Biggest Loser Contest - Running from Oct. 1 to Jan. 2010.
Anyone 12-years and older who are looking to start their New Year’s Resolution early and looking to boost their metabolism to beat the holiday pounds are encouraged to join in the fun.
Each participant needs to have an initial weigh-in and measurement session with a wellness center employee.
“Benefits of joining in the fun will be working with exercise specialists for customized work-out plans, flexibility and strength screenings, blood pressure and heart rate monitoring, 24/7 access to the Wellness Center, question and answer sessions offered with a Physician, Physician Assistant and Registered Dietician,” said Charlene Bouma of the Wellness Center.
Specialty classes will be offered to those who sign-up. Stockman Bank is a proud sponsor of this event.
“This year we will be offering a Grand Prize of a one year free membership to the Wellness Center (worth $420.) and a 32” flat screen TV,” she said.
There will be many additional prizes through a special drawing held for participants who complete the contest.
Last year’s men’s winner was Mike Lytle - losing a total of 26 pounds and 8.5 percent of his body fat during the three month contest.
The women’s winner, Debbie Procella, lost a total of 48 pounds and 17.33 percent of her body fat.
The Biggest Loser contest is free to join, but membership in the Wellness Center is required. Monthly payment plans and special discounts are available. Call Andrea or Charlene for more information at 271-2295.
Anyone 12-years and older who are looking to start their New Year’s Resolution early and looking to boost their metabolism to beat the holiday pounds are encouraged to join in the fun.
Each participant needs to have an initial weigh-in and measurement session with a wellness center employee.
“Benefits of joining in the fun will be working with exercise specialists for customized work-out plans, flexibility and strength screenings, blood pressure and heart rate monitoring, 24/7 access to the Wellness Center, question and answer sessions offered with a Physician, Physician Assistant and Registered Dietician,” said Charlene Bouma of the Wellness Center.
Specialty classes will be offered to those who sign-up. Stockman Bank is a proud sponsor of this event.
“This year we will be offering a Grand Prize of a one year free membership to the Wellness Center (worth $420.) and a 32” flat screen TV,” she said.
There will be many additional prizes through a special drawing held for participants who complete the contest.
Last year’s men’s winner was Mike Lytle - losing a total of 26 pounds and 8.5 percent of his body fat during the three month contest.
The women’s winner, Debbie Procella, lost a total of 48 pounds and 17.33 percent of her body fat.
The Biggest Loser contest is free to join, but membership in the Wellness Center is required. Monthly payment plans and special discounts are available. Call Andrea or Charlene for more information at 271-2295.
Zumba classes coming to Conrad
Cassie DeVries is beginning a Zumba fitness class in Conrad starting Sept. 28. DeVries is so sure you will enjoy it that she is offering the first week for free.
Classes will be held at the Pondera Golf Club on Mondays and Wednesdays starting at 7 p.m.
For those of you that have no idea what Zumba is, here is a brief description.
Zumba is a Latin-inspired, dance-fitness class that incorporates Latin and International music and dance movements, which create a dynamic, exciting, and effective fitness system. This class format combines fast and slow rhythms that tone and sculpt the body in an aerobic/fitness fashion to achieve a unique blended balance of cardio and muscle-building benefits.
Zumba integrates some of the basic principles of aerobic, interval, and resistance training to maximize caloric output, cardiovascular benefits, and total body toning.
The cardio-based dance movements are easy-to-follow steps that target areas such as gluteals, legs, arms, core, abdominals, and most importantly, the heart.
Dancers and non-dancers alike immediately and easily master Zumba class, because you do not have to know how to dance to succeed at Zumba.
Zumba creates a party-like atmosphere that provides a non-intimidating opportunity for non-dancers, new exercisers, or those who have previously hesitated to participate in group exercises.
To sign up for the class or if you have any further questions call DeVries at (406) 271-9116.
So get off your butts, try something new and let the party begin. You can’t beat the first week’s price.
Classes will be held at the Pondera Golf Club on Mondays and Wednesdays starting at 7 p.m.
For those of you that have no idea what Zumba is, here is a brief description.
Zumba is a Latin-inspired, dance-fitness class that incorporates Latin and International music and dance movements, which create a dynamic, exciting, and effective fitness system. This class format combines fast and slow rhythms that tone and sculpt the body in an aerobic/fitness fashion to achieve a unique blended balance of cardio and muscle-building benefits.
Zumba integrates some of the basic principles of aerobic, interval, and resistance training to maximize caloric output, cardiovascular benefits, and total body toning.
The cardio-based dance movements are easy-to-follow steps that target areas such as gluteals, legs, arms, core, abdominals, and most importantly, the heart.
Dancers and non-dancers alike immediately and easily master Zumba class, because you do not have to know how to dance to succeed at Zumba.
Zumba creates a party-like atmosphere that provides a non-intimidating opportunity for non-dancers, new exercisers, or those who have previously hesitated to participate in group exercises.
To sign up for the class or if you have any further questions call DeVries at (406) 271-9116.
So get off your butts, try something new and let the party begin. You can’t beat the first week’s price.