Between Forest and Sky - Thu, May 1 2008

Between Forest and Sky (5/1/2008)

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The Basics:

Event Type:

Learn

Event Location:

Riverbend Library (460 Riverbend Square)

Date(s) & Time:

Thu, May 1 2008 7:00 PM

Registration Cut Off:

Sun, Apr 27 2008 11:59:00 PM

Event Duration:

1.5 hours

Difficulty Rating:

D1: Easy

Event Coordinator(s):

Jason L
Shirley M
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Member Cost:

Voluntary Donation Only (See Below)

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members Only, All - DO NOT USE

Maximum Group Size:

Minimum Group Size:

Number Registered So Far:

13 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

Join author Sharon Stratton as she presents her book about the joys and challenges of working at fire towers in Alberta. This presentation will include an overview by the author, power point show, a discussion and a question and answer period. Her book will also be available for purchase after the presentation. Even though it's the library, feel free to bring a hot drink for the presentation!

From BCBOOKS:

This is an enthusiastic and beautifully described account of one woman's career as a fire-tower observer: a simple, satisfying lifestyle that embraces life without modern amenities.

Always attracted to the outdoors, Sharon Stratton had applied to be a fire-tower observer five times before she was finally accepted. She headed to the forest with only her dogs for company to lead a seasonal, largely solitary life of oneness with nature and immense responsibility. Her story reveals in intriguing detail how fire-tower observers live, shedding light on the community of observers stationed in towers and lookout sites throughout the boreal forests. Through her words, it's possible to experience the rush of adrenaline she feels when she spots and reports fires from atop her 100-foot tower, and to discover with her the beauty and diversity of the flora and fauna.

Anyone who dreams of a solitary, simple existence will find Between Forest and Sky a memorable read.

Born and raised in Niagara Falls, Ontario, Sharon Stratton has pursued many interests, including veterinary technology and advertising sales. After earning an Honours B.Sc. (Biology) from the University of Guelph, she settled in Alberta and discovered tower life. Sharon and her dog, Ted, currently winter in Calgary.

Recommended Items to Bring:
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Drink
Money for books
Library card

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

The Riverbend branch of the Edmonton Public Libraries is located at Rabbit Hill Road & Terwillegar Drive. If you're coming from the Whitemud, just exit at Terwillegar drive.

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