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Welcome to our Summer Vintage Edition. This one has been a lot of fun to do. It consisted of a great road tour with John for his Switzerland column, a really nice (and extremely clean) ultimate garage, and a couple of hours in Griffith in a fantastic man cave drinking a couple of pints. Man, I love this mag business. We’re getting geared up for another action-packed summer. The Bounder/Freedom Harley Davidson event trailer will findsummer us in Merrickville, Kemptville, Calabogie,! Bells Corners, and at great events like the Ride for Dad. On a personal note, I plan to spend some time in Temagami, hunting for lunker trout, and I’m in the process of organizing a five-day bike tour. I would like to welcome a couple of new writers: Art Stevens, who has started a new car column, and Jeff O’Reilly, who will be featuring − well − beer. Our editorial board came up with some more ideas at our last meeting, and as Bounder grows, we’ll add them. Still having troubles findingBounder ? You’re not alone. Our racks get cleared out pretty quickly these days. We print 30,000 copies, and it looks as though we could easily print more and they’d still be cleared out. That’s why we try to keep our advertisers well supplied. You’ll find a list of pick-up points in this issue, and of course the online versions of all of our back issues can be found at www.bounder.ca Well, back to proofreading. Just a friendly reminder to watch for motorcycles out there. I saw a close call on my way back from Perth. Some yahoo had to pass everything in sight and came close to putting a biker off the road. I hope you enjoy this issue and look forward to seeing you out and about this summer.
Special thanks to our Editorial Advisory Board. Their input was invaluable. AL JONES • DAN CHAMPAGNE • GORDON KEITH • ART STEVENS • GIUSEPPE CASTRUCCI • ROB MCGRUER • DAVE BROWN • PAUL PATTERSON • MARK PAPOUSEK • DAVE WOOLLEY • GARY PERRIN • VINCE PUCCI • MARK VERMEER • FRANK NIEWKOOP • GREG HENDERSON • ANNE ROSS • ROGER DOOL • ROSS DUTTON • MOE SAUNDERS • TIM BROWN • GLENN WARREN • DARRELL LINES • JOHN SWITZER • TODD LANGILLE • DAVE READY • BILL MACPHERSON • ROCH LALANDE • JEFF MCMASTER • LYNN NORTON • HUGH FOSS AND WAYNE CORBIN • JOHN WARREN • EMILY WARREN
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CONTENTS
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8 Health: Looking good 40 Book Review with Bill MacPherson 10 Classic Cars: The hot GTO 42 Outdoors Guy: Get out and relax! 13 Music Review with Bill MacPherson 44 Delmer & Cecil: Games for game wardens 14 Fishing with Dave Brown: Mud pout 48 Rockin’ the Archives in Ottawa 16 Rockin’ on the Rideau, part 4: Music for the ‘folks’ 50 Car Clubs with Giuseppe Castrucci: Classy comeback 18 Hunting Dogs: Go to a competition, part 2 54 Rye with Davin deKergommeaux: The new “new” 20 Touring the Back Roads with John Switzer 56 What’s Been Happening 22 Man Cave: Welcome to John’s pub 58 Ultimate Garage: Working in comfort 24 Life with Mark Papousek: Hosting the Hotseat 26 The Establishment: Goose & Gridiron, Merrickville 60 2014 Camaro Z/28 returns 28 Red Green: Night and day marriages 64 Vintage bikes bring back the memories 30 One Man’s Kitchen, with Vince Pucci: Grilled steak 66 History & happiness at Classic Wings 31 2013 Cruise Nights 68 & 69 Summer Motorcycle listing 34 True Brew with Jeff O’Reilly 70 One Minute Moore: Turn the tables
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HEALTH
RICHARD BERCUSON LOOKING good/FEELING good What are we prepared to do? Comedian Billy Crystal’s TV character fuel for various basically stupid activities. Our Fernando wisely suggested, “Friends, features would always be attractive, and even remember: it is better to look good than to feel when they weren’t, we believed they were. good.” Then suddenly an unknown force Why not both? Let’s face it, guys. We’re pushed the fast-forward button, and here we at the stage when we have a pretty good are. Paunch does exist. (The word is often handle on what life holds for us. preceded by “slight” or “prominent.”) Our We certainly thought we knew it as garbage intake leads us straight to the couch. teenagers. We’d be forever slim. We’d never Today’s stupid activities include installing learn the word “paunch” because the garbage toilets ourselves or clearing ice off the roof we ingested daily would be instantly turned to without a tether. We’re attractive to maybe one person − and only in the dark. We’d like to think looking good will help, but nothing short of torturous boot camp workouts or plastic surgery will make a difference. “Mr. Bercuson, it will take a few surgeries, but we can make you look like George Clooney.” “Well, doctor, I’d prefer Woody Allen.” “You realize he’s a darn sight older.” “True, but I’d get better tables at all the good restaurants in Manhattan.” So which is it? Look good or feel good? A terrible dilemma fraught with pricey, time- consuming or even risky answers. Consider a recent newspaper ad that promised I could look AND feel my best at any age. I choose 27; however, that might be a stretch. The ad tells me I can have a free consultation, which is when I’ll ask: If 27 isn’t possible, what about 38? And: I’ll even settle for 44. Since the ad sort of promises the best of both worlds, I figured this was something worth checking out. All I’d have to do is sign up for the company’s “minimally invasive options.” Full stop. To me, “minimally invasive”
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CLASSIC GTO: CARS One of the collectible cars DAVE WOOLLEY hottest
In 1964 Pontiac launched the GTO. The name was inspired by the Ferrari 250 GTO (the successful race car). It was an abbreviation for “Little GTO, you’re really lookin’fine the Italian Gran Tourismo Omologato. The name drew protest from Three deuces and a four speed and a 389 enthusiasts who considered it close to sacrilege. Listen to her tachin’ up now The 1964 GTO was considered the first of the “muscle cars.” In Listen to her why-ee-eye-ine 1965 additional refinements were made to make its performance even C’mon and turn it on, stronger. The 389 engines with factory-installed 3 deuces received Wind it up, blow it out GTO” revised cylinder heads with re-cored intake passages and high-rise intake manifolds. The new tri-powered engine was now rated 360 hp at 5200 −Little GTO, rpm. It was tested and recorded at 0-60mph in 5.8 sec, while blazing the the great rock and roll hit of the mid 60s standard ¼ mile in 14.5 sec., with a top speed of 114 mph. GTOs came By Ronnie and The Daytona in hardtop coupe and convertible body types. I went to see George Pezoulas of Uniglass Plus Ziebart on Carling Ave. He owns two of the finest GTOs in Ottawa. He has one 1965 10 BOUNDER MAGAZINE www.bounder.ca GTO: One of the collectible cars hottest GTO coupe and a 1965 GTO convertible. The beautiful Candy Brandy Wine Coupe, a 389 cu. in. w/ factory air was bought in 1996 and underwent a full off restoration in 1997, with matching numbers and the 3 deuces changed to 2-4 barrel carbs (3 deuces are tough to keep tuned). This beautiful car with Pearl White Parchment Interior came from Arizona in 1982. George has since given it to his daughter. Watch for this outstanding car at local Cruise Nights. The beautiful Reef Turquoise convertible w/Pearl White Parchment was owned by an Ottawa lawyer who kept it as his winter car in Florida. In 1978 he passed away. His family brought the car back to Ottawa, where the vehicle was placed in underground parking till 2005. The car is all original with the exception of the GM LS Conversion crate engine. George has since given the car to his wife, and it is driven regularly to local cruise nights. For years the 1957 Chevy was one of the hottest collectable cars. A few years ago the Chevy was replaced by the GTO. If the opportunity arises to add a GTO to your collection don’t hesitate to snap it up.
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GTO continued from page 11 that will deteriorate. If the paint is cracked or flaking it could get worse. A lot of people let their cars sit and it’s the worst thing because fuel deteriorates and leaves a gooey deposit that causes the carburetor floats to stick and needle valves to become blocked; the same happens to injectors. If a car isn’t run, the oil doesn’t circulate to keep seals and gaskets soft. Meanwhile, moisture collects in the brake fluid and wreaks havoc with the master brake cylinder and wheel cylinders. * The Barrett-Jackson auction in Arizona is over for another year with fantastic results: $102.5 million in sales, the highest total since the peak of the market in 2007. Muscle and Customs led the way with the Lincoln Futura-based 1966 Batmobile topping all Barrett- Jackson sales at $4.62 million.
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12 BOUNDER MAGAZINE www.bounder.ca T. Rex MUSIC REVIEW Electric Warrior (Reprise)
In keeping with Bounder’s vintage theme this issue, we’re looking at one of the underrated classic albums BILL MACPHERSON of the rock era and T. Rex’s best album – the dynamic, dreamy, hook-laden “Electric Warrior”. Recorded in 1971, “Electric Warrior” was the band’s “Girl”, “Cosmic Dancer” and second using the shortened version of the original “Monolith”. Tyrannosaurus Rex name, under which they had released Beginning with the instantly- four folky, predominantly acoustical offerings. Fronted recognizable, bongo-infused by the flamboyant Marc Bolan, the band was just him on opening thump and riff of guitar and vocals and drummer Mickey Finn (replacing “Mambo Sun”, there’s a certain vibe to the 11 tunes Steve Took), along with studio support. “Electric Warrior” here. They flow: they’re seamless and memorable, each entrenched the more electric side of the duo’s sound while enhancing the others. The stellar production by legend retaining the mystical musings of Bolan’s song writing Tony Visconti and soon-to-be renowned engineers like augmented by a crack group of session musicians. Martin Rushent (yes, ELP, The Stranglers) and Roy The band would make only one other album that Thomas Baker (Queen, Foreigner, Cheap Trick) makes approached the zenith reached here - “The Slider” - the album sparkle. It’s clean, clear, luminous and lustrous. released the next year. It cemented their reputation as one Sinuous guitar bits, refined and restrained drums and of the founders of glam rock, along with early Bowie, percussion, the backing vocals of Flo and Eddie, Bolan’s the New York Dolls, Slade, Gary Glitter and others. spooky-strange lyrics and vivid, transfixing voice − all Distinguished by outrageous − for the times − fashion of it comes together magnificently on “Electric Warrior”. attire (on the cover of “The Slider” Bolan looks like an Within six years, Bolan would be dead at 29 years androgynous waif in a top hat) incorporating lace scarves, young (car crash) and immortalized forever. Influencing silk robes, glitter eye make up and sky-high heels, the generations of muscians, bits of “Electric Warrior” are genre was sometimes more about look than musicality. used as samples in songs to this day. Bolan had both in spades though and the two albums, It’s no surprise. The album is timeless, sounding as especially this one, showcase his ability to write quirky, fresh today as it did 40 years ago. image-laden lyrics and deliver them in short, snappy, hook-driven songs full of sexual innuendo. “Bang a Gong (Get It on)”, “Rip Off”, “The Motivator”, “Jeepster”, “Telegram Sam” and “Metal Guru” are good examples of his uncanny ability to transform often-nonsensical lyrics into songs that are catchy and anthemic. From “Rip Off”, with every stanza punctuated by the title refrain: “Kissing all the slain, I’m bleeding in the rain/ Rocking in the nude, I’m feeling such a dude/Dancing in the dark, with the tramps in the park/ See your baby’s stud, sliding in my mud...” Reading the lyrics, you think, “wtf is this dribble?” It works though, and “Electric Warrior” is undeniably an album that resonates and functions 50 Slack Road Nepean, Ontario, K2G 3N3 best taken as a whole. It synthesizes Toll Free: 1.888.878.3276 Bolan’s persona with some unforgettably definitive songs along with slower, mystical excursions like www.stebroperformance.ca www.bounder.ca BOUNDER MAGAZINE 13
FISHING
DAVE BROWN Mud pout: fished at night
In Eastern Ontario during the month in FMZ 18, be sure to check the Ontario of May, after trilliums appear in the bush Fishing Regulations Summary for 2013 and dandelions start taking over your lawn, because the opening and closing dates are spring fishing seasonbest starts in earnest for dependent on the species and the area you many popular species of fish. are fishing. In Fisheries Management Zone Prior to the opening of the walleye, (FMZ)18, the action begins on the second pike and lake trout fishing seasons there are Saturday in May with the opening of the many opportunities to fish for other species walleye, sauger and northern pike seasons. that are open year round. Some of them On the fourth Saturday in May lake trout include fishing for yellow perch, crappies can be pursued. For you guys in the Valley, and sunfish; brook, brown and rainbow trout; be sure to check the Ontario Fishing Pacific and Atlantic salmon; whitefish and Regulations Summary for 2013, because the sturgeon; and finally, catfish. Yes, you are opening and closing dates are different in reading this correctly, I said “catfish”! zones 15 and 18. Although catfish are not as typically For bass fishermen, this year the season idolized by everyday fishermen as the is opening one week earlier in zones 18 almighty bass, walleye or trout, these fish are and 20 (third Saturday in June). In addition still fun to catch and eat if you know where, to opening earlier, the Ontario Ministry of when and how to catch them. Natural Resources (MNR) is extending the Throughout the world, there are more bass season by two weeks in these same two than 35 different varieties of catfish. In zones. If it gets cold enough, this change Ontario the two most prevalent varieties are may provide some early-winter angling the channel catfish and the much smaller opportunities for bass until the closing date brown bullhead. In the rest of the country, of Dec. 15. bullheads can be found in fresh water Beware, though, if you’re fishing for expanses stretching from the Maritime bass in the northern regions of Eastern Provinces to southern Saskatchewan. And Ontario. You need to be cognizant of the fact although not native to the region, there that along the Ontario sections of the Ottawa are some instances where they have been River – FMZ 12 − the bass opening and introduced to areas in western Canada. closing seasons remain as they were in past Locally the brown bullhead is more years. A similar situation applies for walleye widely known as a “mud pout” or “barbotte”. and pike anglers where there is a slight Unlike most fish, bullheads have no scales, variance in the opening dates for walleye, making them somewhat slimy to the touch. sauger and northern pike fishing in each They also contain a set of wormlike feelers, zone, even though the closing date for each called barbells, on the front of their face. species is identical. They have sharp spines at the base of the Wherever you plan to fish in Eastern dorsal and pectoral fins, which can be locked Ontario, which is predominantly situated in an erect position. These sharp “barbs” continued on page 39 14 BOUNDER MAGAZINE www.bounder.ca on each side of its body can sting you much like a bee if they penetrate your skin when you’re attempting to take them off a hook. Having had some firsthand experience with these barbs, I can tell you they are very effective as a defense mechanism against predators − including humans. Mud pout live on the bottom of shallow weedy lakes or in slow-moving rivers and streams. During late spring, they bury themselves in the sand, where Bennett’s Bait & Tackle they dig a nest in the mud to spawn. This is also the prime Your #1 Choice in the Big Rideau Lakes Area! time to catch these delicacies BASS • LAKE TROUT • PIKE • WALLEYE in the local Ottawa and Rideau Authorized MNR Electronic Hunting/Fishing License Issuer Rivers, because this is when GUNS (Restricted and Non-Restricted) their flesh is its most firm and Stop in! AMMO • ARCHERY • SCOPES Check for edible. At other times of the NEW RANGEFINDERS • RODS • REELS our WEEKLY year, they taste more like the Inventory 158 Lombardy Road, Smiths Falls, ON K7A 5B8 SPECIALS surroundings from which they just ARRIVED! Tel: 613.283.0883 Email: [email protected] have been caught, and I would www.bennettstackle.com not recommend eating them. Unlike our neighbours in the southern United States, who practice the sport of noodle fishing for catfish using only their bare hands, brown barbotte are easy and fun to catch using a spinning rod and reel in combination with 6-8 pound monofilament fishing line. When you’re fishing from a boat, this is the ideal combination. When you’re fishing in the reeds from shore, you may want to invest in a long telescopic rod that allows you to fish safely from shore without slipping into the water. Mud pout are best fished at dusk with a hook, worm and sinker that carries the worm to the bottom of the river. In fact, the best time to catch them is when it is completely dark. In an attempt to introduce my six year old grandson, Leland, to the sport one afternoon last spring (along with his father, Craig) we fished from my boat at the
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Rockin’ on the
part 5 Rideau
Music for the
By JIM HURCOMB Mitchell. (We will reveal the truth behind that legend a bit later on.) When the old boys gather around the Then there was the night, swear to hot stove to swap tall tales out of Ottawa’s God, George Harrison dropped in. And, musical past, you’re bound to hear about oh yeah, Blues legend James Cotton ‘folksthe night U-2’ played Barrymore’s, or the grabbing his mic and blowing harp in time Meatloaf fell off the stage and broke the middle of Sussex Drive while piano his leg. And how about Elvis in ′57, or the “God” Otis Spann and the rest of the band Animals riot back in ′68? were wailin’ on stage. Yep, those were the days. Dan Aykroyd was a Hibou regular But then talk turns to Le Hibou, in his pre-SNL days, and loves to tell Ottawa’s legendary coffee house down the story about the night he jammed on Sussex. You’ll hear about Jimi with Muddy Waters. In fact, if you hung Hendrix sitting beside the stage with a around Le Hibou, chances are you have tape machine listening to a young Joni a story or two to tell yourself. Sneezy 16 BOUNDER MAGAZINE www.bounder.ca loving people. They weren’t there for Glatt was instrumental in booking any other reason. They just loved the emerging stars like Gordon Lightfoot, music.” Ian and Sylvia and Joni Mitchell. One man who loved music, and Artists from American folk centers had a sharp business sense, was New York and Boston would come Harvey Glatt. As owner of Treble north to play the Yorkville strip in Clef Records, Glatt saw what was Toronto or Montreal, and then stop happening musically, and he also saw by Le Hibou for a couple of nights. Waters recalls “having a beer with the potential in Le Hibou. He became It was a magical experience, if you Rambling Jack Elliott” back in the a partner in 1961, and started booking could get in! early days. local and Canadian music acts. By 1965 Le Hibou was the Sneezy was in Grade 10 when With an incredible ear for talent hub of the Ottawa Folk and Blues he first dropped by Le Hibou. Back and connections across the country, continued on page 46 in 1960, Café Le Hibou was little more than a second floor apartment on Rideau Street with cheap tables and chairs picked up at Al’s Used Furniture. But you could dig a reading by Ottawa poet William If you’re looking to BUY your next Home, Hawkins while sipping on the best SELL your current Home espresso in town, or enjoy some or even just a place to hang your hat, home-made sweets listening to young give us a call. Buying and Selling in Eastern Ontario folk singers, French and English, [email protected] we can help find what You’re looking for! [email protected] known and unknown. It was a unique slice of New York bohemia in stodgy Each Office old Ottawa. Independently Supporter owned and operated When the club moved to bigger digs at 248 Bank, they started presenting plays, and then music, starting with folk singer Tom Kines. Then came poetry readings, a Cinema Club, and the Monday night “Hoots”, featuring local singers like Sneezy Waters, Sandy Crawley, Bruce Cockburn and David Wiffen, giving young performers a chance to sharpen their chops in front of a live audience. There was a definite buzz about this hip, new hangout growing around town. Remember, this was the period before the Beatles arrived, and the Greenwich Village scene was at its height in New York City. Hours University kids were worshipping Mon.-Wed, 6:30am - 4pm Bob Dylan, Pete Seeger, Arts films Tues. - Sat. 6:30am - 9pm and beat poets. Sunday - 7:00am - 4pm It was a time when you could see a musician or band and not have to Westgate Shopping Centre strain over the drunken din to hear 1309 Carling Ave. them. Sneezy Waters remembers 613.761.7405 the atmosphere at the Bank Street 486 Hazeldean Rd. Kanata Hibou as one of respect: “Everybody 613.591.7523 listened, everybody paid attention www.rockinjohnnysdiner.com and clapped. It was really for music- www.bounder.ca BOUNDER MAGAZINE 17
PART TWO Take your hunting dog to a competition Trials and tests challenge both of you
By ROSS MCLAUGHLIN
Questing for quarry is a search for a game bird such as quail, chukar, pheasant, grouse, or even pigeon. The point is to see if, and how, the dog works to find its quarry. Is the dog under good control? Are the dog and handler working as a team? Did they find the quarry? There is also a water test to see if the dog will swim a given distance and retrieve the bird, and how well and willingly the dog performs. There may even be a small handling exercise where the dog will have to find a “dead bird” in a given area. Flushing hunt tests have three levels but, as with everything, these are multiplied by the number of different organizing clubs. Every testing group has its own basic tests and difficulty levels, but all commence at beginner/puppy level, then intermediate dog level and culminating in a master level. You may compete at an entry level until you acquire 3-4 passes and then move to the next level. As in retriever hunt tests, you and your dog are judged by a set of guidelines with a straightforward pass or fail. Also similar to retriever field trials, flushing dog trials are competitions between your team of you and your dog, and all the other teams that are there. There will only be one winner and three other placements − four happy teams, and everyone else will have to wait until the next weekend. It is a determination of the teams that best handle the challenges that happen while you are out hunting with your buddy running his dog right beside you in a braced run. Add in another dog, three guns, two judges, a couple of shaggers, a crowd of interested folks, and from this rodeo you must come out on top − often referred to as Hunt tests on steroids. If you’re interested in seeing what your Springer Spaniel is capable of doing, join the Outaouais Sporting Spaniel Club for their Sunday training sessions, weather permitting, or call Ed Hassett for more information: 613 256-6728. 18 BOUNDER MAGAZINE www.bounder.ca And finally, here’s a description by Kevin McWilliams, from the Ottawa Pointing Dog Club, of a scene each fall in hunting season and a scene that is replicated during CKC Hunt Tests for pointers: “We are crossing a large area near an abandoned farmhouse, and suddenly my German Shorthaired Pointer, Vito, locks up on point. The adrenalin starts flowing, and I slowly walk around my dog − who now looks like he is chiseled from stone. I raise my 20-gauge shotgun and make ready. In a mighty, thunderous blast, out of a low hedgerow flush two grouse. I fire my first shot, a clean miss, and then, with the second shot, the grouse on my left drops. Vito remains by my side, watching intently, waiting for the retrieve signal. I gently tap his head and he is off. He heads toward the downed grouse. Vito picks up the bird’s trail and tracks the bird another 20 yards from the impact area. He has it and is on his way back to me, bird in mouth. He sits in front and I give the command to release the bird. What a beautiful specimen.” Dogs are judged not only on their pointing instinct but on many other skills. They should retrieve to hand on land and water. Your pointing dog will also need to honor other pointing dogs in the field. Honoring is a more advanced skill and usually requires much more training.
And once again there are pointing dog trials − winners and non-winners. The Ottawa Pointing Dog Club is a great place to start your pointer’s training/testing journey. Their website is http:// www.ovpdc.org/index.php ,or contact Kevin MacWilliams at [email protected] or 613 602-2224. Get out there with your dog this summer.
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SWITZERLAND
JOHN SWITZER
trains, antiques, and great grub
What a great ride this tour turned out to opens for the season. Then it’s open every day be − and all because of a train. from 10 am to 4 pm. They have a website at “Let’s go to the railway museum in [email protected] giving all the pertinent details Smiths Falls,” suggested my friend, so off we of what looks (from the wrong side of the fence) Old went. like a world-class attraction right in our own Naturally, we stopped for a Timmies back yard. (Wait til you see the turreted, 1911, on the grand main street of this picturesque Canadian Northern Train Station itself, let alone canal town. Then we wandered around, all of the vintage toys out on permanent display.) admiring all of its last-century architecture Okay. That was fun, but where else could and bumped into the railway museum, we go? We wandered to the canal and across located west of the downtown. the locks bridge, then west on Hwy 15, where But we couldn’t get in. We were there before May 11, when The Railway Museum of Eastern Ontario
20 BOUNDER MAGAZINE www.bounder.ca we found a flea market just outside Kris, our host. When we left the town. diner we spotted an antique shop The Street Flea Market is open across the street; and in response Wednesday to Sunday, 9 am to 4 pm. to our query of if it was open, a Now here was a place of vintage gentleman at an adjoining booth said stuff, so in we went. According to the that it was, because the door was Street Flea Market’s Sophia, there is open. “something to suit everybody”. She So off we trundled to visit the told us they continually buy up entire Otter Creek Antiques shop. It’s a estates and “you never know what real antique store with lots of cool you are going to get”. vintage Canadiana. I found some great candle sticks I recalled from previous road that I needed (or might use or at least adventures that there was another be able to sneak into the house); but treasure shop further up the Rideau my friend tore me bodily away from Ferry Road, and so off we went to the books before I could find that Rideau Antiques (closed Sundays). elusive copy that would take me off Its front yard alone can keep on some adventure in daydreams or anyone occupied for days. It would something that I could aspire to with take weeks just to sort through power tools. all the neat stuff in the front yard, Heading further west on Hwy let alone do justice to the hidden 15, we arrived in Lombardy and treasures overflowing in the other discovered the Lombardy Diner. We yards, buildings, etc. Unfortunately had a great breakfast with peameal I did not get my weeks of searching bacon, welcoming staff and friendly because my friend’s “We gotta get patrons. Here family comes first with going” was ringing in my ears. “real food for real people”, explained I love Rideau Ferry, with the continued on page 62
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MAN CAVE
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Welcome
By BRIAN WARREN years. Six years ago he felt it was time to build his man cave . When Wayne Corbin called me The building is the same size as to ask if I wanted to check out a his house − 30 by 60 with a loft. It is man cave in Griffith, Ont., my first used for guests who decide that it’s reaction was: Man, that’s a long way better to spend the night than drive. from home. But, since I have a trailer And what a beautiful layout. at Mink Lake near Eganville, it wasn’t Friends and family gather around the a big deal to head across Hwy 41 on a 20-ft.-plus bar top to watch sports Sunday morning to check it out. I’m on the big screen or to groove to the sure glad I did. fantastic sound system that boasts 14 Meet John Lacourse, a licensed speakers. carpenter and owner of J. Lacourse The walls are adorned with & Son Carpentry. John has been everything from deer and moose building custom homes throughout heads and a coyote to lots of Ottawa the Ottawa Valley for more than 20 Senators stuff. A diehard Sens fan, 22 BOUNDER MAGAZINE www.bounder.ca Manufacturers of Aluminum Decks, Docks & Shelters
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John’s son, Justin, was used in one of the Ottawa Senators promotional pieces that adorn the wall. We had all three generations there that day. John’s father, Avery, joined us for a quick pint from the well stocked beer cooler. We can’t forget to mention John’s other love: his 2006 Corvette, parked in front of the bar. Next time I come to Griffith, I know where I can find a cozy place to have a pint. And if it’s two or three, there’s always the loft.
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LIFE Hosting the : 21 Years of Friday Fun MARK PAPOUSEK
When you have an opportunity to do something good and it’s something you enjoy doing, it becomes easy. But, like all good things, it has to end sometime.Hotseat My days of hosting the Kanata Sports Club Hotseat have ended, but the memories are great. Twenty-one years ago I was standing at the bar at the Sports Club talking to bartender Wayne Pilon, and he said: “You know, Mark, it would be kind of fun to have a lunch here on Fridays at noon. You could get some sports celebrities to come out and have a chat with people about what they do in the sporting world. It might be a good way to make a few bucks for the bar and give our members something to do as well.” We had no Ottawa Senators then, but I took the bait and told Wayne I would do it. I said first I needed a couple of weeks to see who I could drum up for guests. Two weeks later, on the first Friday in November, 1992, our guest was Archie Mulligan, then the coach and GM of the Kanata Valley Lasers tier II Junior hockey team. And we were off and running. We started with about 50 patrons in the early days; but with personalities like Brian Kilrea and Bert O’Brien, CFL coaches, minor hockey officials and slew of other sports people, things got better and better. Over the years we have had a number of wonderful guests and the stories to go with them. Like the year that the late Earl McRae made a statement in the Ottawa Sun that everyone in the Ottawa valley was inbred. The next Friday, because of the backlash, Earl came in the MARK PAPOUSEK, LEFT, AND SEAN O’DONNELL front door of the club with a tin garbage can in front of him to WITH THE STANLEY CUP. protect himself from the valley boys. Or the Friday that one of our long-time members, Lillian Cavanagh, a devoted Earl McRae fan, decided to jump on Earl’s back for a piggyback ride. Earl lost his balance, knocked over two tables and lost nine beers. The two of them lay on the floor with Earl’s ego hurt and a lump the size of a softball protruding from Miss Lillian’s head. But the show had to go on. It so happened that when the Ottawa Senators were awarded their NHL franchise, the first coach was Rick Bowness. Our sons played hockey together, so it was easy for me to ask Rick to come to the Hotseat along with assistant coaches E.J. McGuire and Alain Vigneault . It was through those great friendships and over many beers that we had a chance to meet some of the Ottawa Senator players, who also became wonderful friends and supporters of the Hotseat. 24 BOUNDER MAGAZINE www.bounder.ca “Your Comfort Specialists” We look forward to providing you with our Professional Service. In those early days and tough • Air Conditioning seasons, we had guys like Billy • Furnaces • Geothermal Huard − who told stories about • Heat Pumps • Fireplaces how he got the surgeons to put • HRV Units • Air Treatments • Water Heaters • Duct Cleaning New! pins in his wrists so they wouldn’t • Maintenance Plans bend when he got into fights − and Troy Malette, who talked about 24 Hour Emergency Service his long road to get to the NHL. Over the years I met and Check out “Respecting your home with our Monthly became friends with quite a few our Red Carpet treatment” Specials! Ottawa Senator players; and they have come to the Hotseat to talk a Proud sponsor of:
little hockey. 613-257-8282 As I explained at the club, 866-557-8282 Celebrating 40 Years anything said here at the Hotseat www.carletonrefrigeration.com stayed at the Hotseat. It became quite a joke over the years. Some of those early friendships included Wade Redden and Chris Phillips, along with Daniel Alfredsson , Mike Fisher, Antoine Vermette, Chris Neil, Shaun VanAllen, Jesse Winchester and, more recently, Colin Greening and Kyle Turris . There have been a lot of memorable Hotseats over the years. Another one that comes to mind is the time I talked to Chris Phillips the day after Danny Heatley had been traded to Ottawa from Atlanta. Chris asked if I would like to have him for the Hotseat. Both players arrived to an over-capacity crowd. The question-and-answer session was outstanding. When I got home that afternoon, the phone rang. It was the Senators President, Roy Mlacker. He asked me how I got
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theESTABLISHMENT BEST-LOVED WATERING HOLES Goose and the Gridiron raising four sons (now 12, 14, 17 and 19 years For good food and on-tap beer old). By TERRY RYAN So when the opportunity came up to buy the place, they went for it. Rob deals with the “honey do” list when he is not working at his “real job” as a high pressure welder with Local The 221, and the kids have to work at the Goose during the summers once they are old enough. They also support their local community by hiring local staff and displaying local artists’ work in the establishment. The original Goose and Gridiron was an Alehouse located in a section of London, England, known as St. Paul’s Churchyard. It Now here’s a place to go for a nice tour: is famous for being the first Grand Lodge of Merrickville. It’s a great town with nice people, lots the Masons, established on June 24, 1717. of different shops and some good places to grab a While the Merrickville Pub and Restaurant had bite and a pint. been known by many other names in the past Even though there are other tasty places to go (the one I remember is the Grenville Tavern), in Merrickville, for some reason we always head for Tracy could appreciate the connection to the the “Goose”. Maybe it’s the friendly atmosphere, old Lodge. Her father and brother were active the lure of the old building (established in 1856) or members of the Masons, so they decided to the fact that the food is really good, the beers (12 on remain the Goose and Gridiron (which was tap) are great, and the price is right. actually a parody of the music society, The Proprietors Rob & Tracy Sine have been the Swan and Lyre, that met at the original Goose owners of the Goose since 1998. Tracy practically in London). grew up here starting in 1993, getting married and The menu is diverse and they prepare most
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of the food fresh in house. The have two sides: the restaurant and the bar. Sales Representative Both are comfortable, and the service Direct. is fast and friendly. They also have an 613.327.4409 event room suitable for any occasion. Entertainment includes an open mic every second Thursday of the month hosted by Southbound; live entertainment every other Saturday; 1 Antares Dr., Suite 110, Ottawa, ON K2E 8C4 and a New Orleans Jazz band on Friday night. They also have big- screen TVs in the bar for watching your favourite sports. The Goose has a great patio and is biker-friendly − so you can sit on the patio and keep an eye on your bike, too. Of course, an old building such as this has to have a ghost. Tracy is skeptical, while others claim they have had witnessed paranormal experiences. They have named him George after a former owner, and I figured I should check it out. I dropped in on Connie Adams, the local psychic/medium ([email protected] or 613-558-2666) while I was in town. Connie, who is a highly respected medium and psychic (you may have seen her on a couple of A Channel [now CTV Two] interviews) confirms that a poltergeist is in residence. And who would know better? What I do know is that the Goose is a great place to eat, drink and be merry, so drop by and enjoy! 317 St. Lawrence St., Merrickville www.thegooseandgridiron.com www.bounder.ca BOUNDER MAGAZINE 27
RED GREEN Quote of the Day “Some men are born with humility. Some achieve humility. Others have it thrust upon them.” − RED GREEN www.redgreen.com – Red Green Night and day marriages
I’d like to offer an observation about mixed marriages. A morning person should never marry a night person. Believe me, conflicting shifts is the hardest part of any union. The difference between day people and night people is like ... well, like night and day. At the crack of dawn, the morning person is bright-eyed and bushy- tailed, while the night person is bleary-eyed and bushy-tongued. But, in the wee hours, Missus Merry Morning has lapsed into deep hibernation on the couch and is snoring so loudly, Mr. Night Owl can barely hear his infomercials. Burning the collective candle at both ends can put a strain on any marriage, and sadly, no amount of coffee can change a day person into a night person or vice versa. The only way to save one of these unnatural unions is to concentrate on the afternoon, the only quality time where nobody’s tired or cranky. So, I say get together for a romantic candlelight lunch, slap on that song “Afternoon Delight” and let your biorhythms do the rest.
DVD or not DVD I picked up one of those DVD players on sale a few weeks ago and the picture quality is amazing − there are nose hairs out there I’d never seen before. Now, they make a big deal out of the “interactive menus”, but I was working under the impression that all menus were interactive, like when you go into a restaurant and point to where it says “steak”, it shows up a little later and then you eat it. Now that’s interactive. Okay, the steak may come with things I don’t want, like vegetables, but so does the DVD. Like, say, the outtakes. These are scenes of guys who make upwards of the gross national product of Malaysia messing up their lines. When I’m getting paid to do a job, I don’t videotape myself making mistakes and then charge people to watch. Then there’s the one I really can’t figure out: the deleted scenes. We all know these things were cut out for a reason. I don’t really need to see the Godfather slow-dancing with a lawn jockey, even if it does help explain the whole horse head thing. I’ll tell you the kind of extras I’d like to see − good acting, better stories and more movies where the plot revolves around a riding mower.
Target practice When it comes to advertising, middle-aged men are becoming a larger and larger target, both individually and as a group. When you see any of the following features, you can be sure the products are aimed at guys like us:
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Forever young Just last week I was in the drugstore picking up some deodorant. You know the kind: strong enough for a man and made for one, too. All of a sudden, this mannequin in a lab coat comes to life from behind the makeup counter and says to me, “Excuse me sir, but would you like to try a sample of Adonis, a new skin treatment specifically formulated to meet a man’s unique moisture needs?” I’m like, “Miss, you have no idea what my unique moisture needs are.” Long story short, I end up dropping 35 bucks on a shot-glass- size bottle of margarine-colored goo and feeling like a world-class chump. On my way out, I look back and see another guy with a desperate look in his eye getting the same pitch and reaching for his wallet. Why are we falling for this stuff? Just so that when we’re 90 people will say, “Gee, you don’t look a day over 85!” Maybe, but I’ll tell you what. The goo really works! Now my storm door hinges squeak with a youthful confidence they never had before.
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ONE MAN’S KITCHEN
VINCE PUCCI
Capture the of summer
At last summer is upon us. It’s time to get some great recipes, barbecue tips and techniques. out of the kitchen, dust off the barbeque Raised as a child on a Mediterranean diet, and do some outdoor cooking. I am not a meat-and-potato kind of guy, but I There is nothing that says or captures the do love and enjoy a nice juicy steak cooked on feelings of summer betterflavour than the much-loved the barbecue. One of my favorite recipes for smoky flavour of barbecued foods cooked on a barbecue steak is Sliced New York Sirloin, grill. topped with Blue or Gorgonzola Cheese Sauce. What some people don’t realize is that there is a difference between grilling and barbecuing. Heat your grill to medium heat. Barbecuing (ribs, pork shoulder or brisket) Season your steak with salt and pepper. means low heat and long, slow cooking. The Cook for 6 minutes on each side for medium- low temperature and length of time the meat is rare. cooked allows the food to soak up the smoke and If you prefer medium, cook for 8 to 10 minutes flavours, and to become very tender and moist. per side. Grilling (burgers, hot dogs, steak and Remove steak from heat. Cover and let rest for 5 seafood) is what most people are familiar with. minutes before slicing. It’s the method of cooking food hot and fast. Trim excess fat. Cooking outside your house is a long- Cut into 1/4-inch thick slices, and transfer to a established summer tradition, much loved and plate or platter. enjoyed in Canada Ladle on the Gorgonzola or Blue Cheese Cream and the U.S., Sauce. from campfires to outside fireplaces Gorgonzola Cream Sauce and barbeques. Gathering friends 1 tablespoon butter and family in the 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms backyard for a 1 shallot, minced relaxed afternoon 1 cup heavy cream of conversation 1/4 pound of Gorgonzola Cheese and good food is Salt and pepper to taste one of the highlights of summer,. And grilled food just tastes better than Heat a medium saucepan and add butter to melt. traditionally-cooked foods. The hot grill provides Sauté shallots and mushrooms until tender. that savory grill taste we all know and love. Add heavy cream and let reduce by half. Turn If you love to cook outdoors, you don’t heat to low, add the Gorgonzola have to be a professional chef to create mouth- and stir until it melts. watering meals. Everyone loves grilling, even For wine pairing with this recipe, I would hesitant cooks. It doesn’t take prior experience recommend a medium bodied red wine which to become a competent back yard chef. Starting has rich and spicy flavors. (Malbec wines, Syrah with the basics of grilling burgers or hot dogs, wines and Barbera wines). one can learn while building up a repertoire of more complex dishes. All you really need are Buon Appetito! 30 BOUNDER MAGAZINE www.bounder.ca www.bounder.ca BOUNDER MAGAZINE 31
Seems to me like a lot of painful roots go back to Spanish Inquisition LOOKING/FEELING trouble just to look or feel younger. torturers. The masseuse digs fingers continued from page 8 Another idea. Men, what do you into your joints − fancifully called think of massage? Exactly. Your first muscle insertion points − and keeps is a euphemism for “We will thought is unclean. But your second pressing til totally unrelated body use various strange electronic thought is...well...it’s just as unclean. parts, like your jaw, spring open and instruments, many of them with I once suffered a hamstring pull you emit sounds that resemble an pointy points, before we apply while doing sprint work training elephant’s mating call. ointments which may burn off your for a marathon. This falls directly This isn’t pain so much as a skin.” Um, sure. under the category of stupid sharp stabbing sensation, sort of like The list of available procedures activities for anyone over 50. I someone with the strength of Hulk did nothing to further the attraction: went to a physiotherapist who was Hogan has jabbed a javelin into your recommended by fellow runners. joints, then turns and twists it for fun. • Microdermabrasion − See They swore by the young woman’s Yes, she was good at it. Yes, also “Removal of all skin with skills in massaging me back to form, it hurt. Yes, it helped. Yes, I felt sandpaper” such as it was. A massage by a young better. No, I didn’t look better. Did I woman. Sure. I’m game. mention it hurt? • Thermage − Microdermabrasion in It was supposed to make me feel Probably feeling or looking better a sauna? good. If not good, perhaps nearly through artificial means will have to okay. What I didn’t know was that wait. • ProFractional − Isn’t she was a specialist in A.R.T., which But for the sake of one’s self- AmateurFractional cheaper? sounds soft and artsy on the phone, esteem, perhaps it’s best to just go as if she’ll paint still lifes on my out at night. • Hyperhydrosis − I’d prefer my muscles. hydroses not be too hyper. Or is this In fact, A.R.T. is Active Release Ottawa writer Richard Bercuson code for waterboarding? Therapy, a form of massage whose bravely never wears a mask in public.
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TRUE BREW
JEFF O’REILLY more than just a pint glass The Ottawa area beer scene has a the namesake of “Uncle Mark’s 200-year-old rich tradition of satisfying Hopfenweisse” in honour of his 50th the thirst of its inhabitants. But 10 years birthday. ago it was a quiet place to be, with very Regionally inspired references little brewing activity. continue to appear as Ottawa-loving Over the last half-dozen years history buff Paul derived the brewery’s Raising brewing has seen a spectacular resurgence name from the Native Algonquin term and continues to grow at an incredible (meaning “Great River”, the original pace, much to the delight of hard-working name for the Ottawa River). beer lovers in the National Capital Region He has paid tribute to things that are and the Ottawa Valley. distinctly local with the award-winning 1855 Dark Ale. The name is in reference Kichesippi Brewing puts some to the year Ottawa was incorporated as a fun back into fundraising city. Just over three years ago Kichesippi Logger Porter pays homage to the Brewing (“the beer that’s hard to spell legendary log drivers and lumberjacks of and easy to drink”) took up residency at old; and Wuchak Black IPA is named the old Heritage Brewery facility with a for the pesky and playful groundhogs simple mission of brewing who seem to flourish in our local terrain. unique local beers that (“Wuchak” is an Algonquin term for would reflect the great groundhog.) character of our area − Another way Kichesippi has been made in our region for our able to pay tribute to the local area is region. through fundraising, and using a cause Despite extensive that is really close to home. growth and greatly- Paul’s son, Alex, and my daughter, deserved success, brewery Tegan, both have Type 1 Diabetes − a owner and founder chronic condition that could become Paul Meek has kept debilitating or even fatal. Thanks in this a family affair with large part to the continuing work of wife Kelly and teenage organizations like the Juvenile Diabetes son Alexander, who Research Foundation, they are able to is involved wherever live happy, healthy and productive lives. possible. Kichesippi has put its support behind this Alex designed the organization with a pledge to donate 50 distinctive “K-Beer” cents from the purchase of each Growler logo and will have (1.4 L. bottle) of their beer. his hands full on the Last year alone more than 10,000 research, development Growlers sold, and that number is and marketing side of the expected to be exceeded this year. It’s brewery’s new Harvey & fundraising with great value and the Vern’s Olde Fashioned opportunity to make a difference. Thank Soda line (with natural you, Kichesippi. cane sugar). The Kichesippi Brewery is located Last summer Kelly’s at 866 Campbell Avenue in Ottawa. brother became continued on page 38 34 BOUNDER MAGAZINE www.bounder.ca www.bounder.ca BOUNDER MAGAZINE 35
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RAISING towards the Ride for Dad event. I think Upcoming Beer Events continued from page 34 this collaboration is a great fit and hope Ontario Craft Beer Week, June 16 − its partnership will grow for years to 23: Now marking their fourth year, this Growlers of their flagshipNatural come. province- wide celebration boasts more Blonde and 1855 as well as seasonal Big Rig Iron Arse Ale (5% ABV) than 150 events of all shapes and sizes. offerings are available there, and pours a pale light copper with two The celebration showcases the diverse donations are always accepted.( www. fingers of tan foam head, releasing light and outstanding local brewers of our kbeer.ca) floral hop and sweet grassy-fruity-malt great province. Check their website for aromas. a listing of events near you at www. Big Rig collaborates with The flavours of slightly-sweet ocbweek.ca. the Ride for Dad lemon, with soft green apple, caramel Not even a year old, and the and bready malt are pleasing to the National Capital Craft Beer Week, popular local brewpub that proudly palate. This light-bodied and mildly- Aug. 10 −18: In its second year, enjoy bears the nickname of popular Ottawa carbonated brew is refreshing. a week-long showcase of the best of Senators Defenseman Chris Phillips, This beer is great for relaxing on local, regional and Ontario brewing a.k.a. “Big Rig”, has stepped up to the patio or as a quenching reward and artisanal foods that promises to support the local community and this after yard work. Simple summer be bigger and better than ever. Look year’s local Ride for Dad Prostate food pairings would include lighter for a series of events across the region Cancer Research and Awareness barbecued fare such as chicken, cedar- culminating in a two day festival on Initiative. planked salmon, burgers, dogs and the grounds of Ottawa’s City Hall. Big Rig’s Brew Master Lon mild sausages as well as fresh baked For more info, check out www. Ladell has created this year’s version pretzels. Bon appetit! nationalcapitalcraftbeerweek.com . of Big Iron Arse Ale. It’s a special Big Rig Kitchen & Brewery is private-label, limited-run custom located at 2750 Iris Road in Ottawa. Jeff O’Reilly is a freelance beer writer brew presented in 1,000 collectable This limited release growler and beer is and General Manager of D’Arcy commemorative growlers. Proceeds only available there. (www.bigrigbrew. McGee’s on Sparks Street. Follow him from the sale of the beer will go com ) on Twitter @pintinhand.
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Juan in the late 1950s. BOOK REVIEW The novel is relatively straightforward in its telling of Thompson’s (Kemp’s) time in Puerto Rico. There are flaws − like any first BILL MACPHERSON novel has − and not a hell of a lot of The Rum Diary getting savagely stomped by the plot, but it is a fascinating glimpse Hunter S. Thompson Hell’s Angels seems almost an aside into Caribbean life pre-development. (Simon & Schuster) − sort of a rite of passage necessary to Even more importantly, the novel “The vile swine are closing in, establishing his credo on the way to hints at the in-your-face, part-of-the- crazed bastards wanting to brutalize creating his rabid cult following and story style that would become Gonzo and pummel me mercilessly, exalted status. He sure could write, journalism. intent on savagely beating me into and lived what he wrote. Kemp is newly arrived in the unconsciousness if I don’t produce Eventually, though, his decadent city to work for a fading English the goods…” lifestyle caught up with him. In daily. Quickly sizing up the ennui December, 2005, fading as a writer and general craziness of the paper, Actually, that would be my and beset by health woes from a he settles into the lifestyle (a booze- publisher (just kidding, boss!) You lifetime of hard living, Thompson put soaked one; he and his newspaper get the gist, though. This is the one of his many firearms (the guy was cronies seem to exist almost solely late, great Gonzo we are talking a gun freak) to his temple and pulled on copious amounts of rum, beer and about here, the legendary Hunter the trigger. A bravura writer, he went the occasional round of burgers at the S. Thompson’s long supressed first out in a fitting manner − literally with seedy watering hole called Al’s that novel. It’s a fine read – booze-soaked, a bang. His instructions to have his opens the story) of little work and adrenaline-stoked and revived from ashes shot into the Colorado sky from much drinking. the “bury it for a long time” wishes of a cannon were adhered to by his many Thompson, living the life thinly the author. close friends including Johnny Depp, disguised as Paul Kemp, gets to His first novel shows tantalizing who stars in the recent movie version know and expand on the privileges glimpses of the avenging angel of this Puerto Rico-set novel. and pitfalls of the ex-pat lifestyle. He persona Thompson would become Written in the first person,The paints an alcohol-infused picture that in classics like Fear and Loathing in Rum Diary is the tale of a loose-at- is not the nirvana one might expect. Las Vegas, Fear and Loathing on the the-skids, 30-something journalist Instead, it’s one where the natives Campaign Trail and the wonderfully named Paul Kemp. It’s Thompson are mostly sullen and resentful at titled Generation of Swine. That he without a doubt, cutting his alcohol- best and violent at worst, knowing gained initial public raves by hanging honed teeth in the seedy, open-for- the Americanization of their island is with, writing about and ultimately business development of sleepy San contiinued on page 41
40 BOUNDER MAGAZINE www.bounder.ca Looking for your copy of KEMPTVILLE Bells Corners Bia Pirate Cove Marine Rockin Johnnys Diner • Shades Class Axe Guitars Freedom Harley Davidson Stinson Fuels West Carleton Automotive Jiffy Photo And Print Bounder magazine is getting harder and MERRICKVILLE Loch March Golf And Country Club harder to find, especially in the outlying areas The Village Bean Aim Outboards • Embroidme of Ottawa. Here’s a partial list of your best bets to find it: JASPER Fireplace Center PERTH Smiths Equiptment Ottawa Goodtime Centre Cobra Pools Uniglass SMITHS FALLS LITTLE ITALY CARLETON PLACE Smiths Equiptment Heart And Crown Carleton Refrigeration Bennetts Bait Prescott Hotel All Purpose Towing Remax Pub Italia Bennett Chev STITTSVILLE ARNPRIOR Cabottos Restaurant OTTAWA EAST Reid Bros Malmberg Truck Stinson Fuels RICHMOND Bobcat Ottawa • Caseys Richmond Motorsports Wheelsport Premium Storage Valecraft Homes CARP NAVAN Gervais Towing Aim Outboards Oakwood Design Uniglass Bradleys R And R Auto Repairs PEMBROKE CARLESBAD SPRINGS OTTAWA SOUTH D And S Southern Comfort Graphiki Stinson Fuels Stinson Fuels EGANVILLE OTTAWA WEST Eganville Country Store Apple Auto Glass OSGOODE Nepean Canadian Sports Club Osgoode Tires MANOTICK Deslaurier Kitchens METCALFE Moncions Independent Grocers Don Cherry’s Allan Johnston’s Napa Auto Parts Eastside Marios (Bells Corners) BOOK REVIEW inevitably going to benefit the wealthy few and change their lives little. Their motivation is to do the opposite of Kemp − to get off the island and away MADE IN CANADA ® to New York. It’s a picture of seediness and shabbiness, apparent despite the beauty of the Caribbean setting, and Thompson captures the contradictions “Everything about this Benchmaster well. His compatriots − including the Bench is overbuilt. Portable… naïve, tantalizing Chenault, who gets Multiuse… and Built to Last” caught up in the madness of carnival, her fired boyfriend Yeamon and the world-weary photographer Salas − are for the most part disillusioned, discouraged and seeking ways out. The booze, the energy-sapping sun and the pervading lack of motivation all make it difficult to do so. As we know, Thompson ultimately did get away and went on to reshape the writing genre. 1915 Scotch Corners Rd. Tel: 613.253.0437 In The Rum Diary, we get a Carleton Place, ON Toll Free: 1.866.301.3625 glimpse at the roots of the crazed genius he was about to unleash on www.benchmaster.ca Western civilization. www.bounder.ca BOUNDER MAGAZINE 41
OUTDOORS GUY
JEFF MORRISON
It’s SUMMER! Get outdoors and
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Sure, summer can be quiet, but avid the busiest times of the year in the wild, and hunters and fishermen still have a lot more trail camera fanatics like me are basking in on the go than you might think. Do yourself the glow of some hot trailcam action! a favour. Get out there and enjoy some of The most important thing to consider the year’s more pleasant weather while it’s when getting into trail cameras for the here, because before you know it the snow first time is location. Modern cameras will be flying. are sophisticated with some terrific new Enjoying the outdoors under favourable technological features, but if they are set skies and warm weather may not compare to up in a bad location, all those great features the excitement of fall, but it sure is relaxing. simply go to waste. My daughters and I spend copious Understanding “edge effect” and how it hours casting for northern pike at our trailer dictates wildlife activity will go a long way in Cobden, and this August I have a trip in finding the best spot for your new wildlife planned for Boston bluefish off the New surveillance device. England coast. Locations where a farm field meets a hardwood forest, or a meandering trail with Say cheese! meadow on one side and bush on the other, Late spring and early summer are some of are ideal spots to set up a unit. Any type of 42 BOUNDER MAGAZINE www.bounder.ca natural bottle necks – for instance, a small piece of forest running between a river and lake − is also a Building your Dreams from the Ground up! great place to put a camera up. J. LACOURSE Keep in mind that, depending CARPENTRY on what game you’d like to capture & SON Inc. 61 42 on film, unless you are baiting or 3.333.10 using lure to attract them, you’ll Over 25 Years Of Quality Work need to find a site where they travel In The Greater Renfrew County Area regularly to increase image count • LICENSED CARPENTER • REGISTERED R-2000 BUILDER − which is, ultimately, what all • RENOVATIONS • CUSTOM HOMES trailcamers are after. Tel: 613.333.1042 [email protected] • DECKS • LOG HOMES Good luck and happy Cell: 613.312.0704 • REGISTERED TARION trailcaming!
Bring family and friends fishing this summer National Fishing Week runs from July 6−14 this year and is great opportunity to introduce new anglers to the popular recreational activity we call sport fishing. All seasoned anglers have a responsibility to offer those new to the sport a chance to cast a line and discover the thrill of fishing. Recent statistics indicate that interest in recreational angling has, sadly, waned in Ontario and Quebec over the years, so let’s turn that around and get out with family and friends this year. For more information on NFW activities check out: http:// nationalfishingweek.com/ For the serious money angler, the Lefaivre Lions Club is holding its annual Ottawa River Open Bass Tournament June 22. Since each team’s start number is determined by when they sign-up, the first participants registered and paid will be first on the water. Registration is $200 per boat (team of 2) plus $20 each for the lunker pool. The Lefaivre event has been running since 1991 with thousands of dollars in prize money each year. Many teams are already registered, so don’t delay in sending in your registration. For more information: http://www.en.lefaivrelions.com/ General-information.page
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DELMER & CECIL
DELMER AND CECIL
Playing games with the GAME WARDEN
Ah! Summer’s just around the corner. It’s lake, pull the pin on the pineapple lure and drop time to cast a line and look forward to hunting it over the side. So he did. season. The pineapple lure went off and blew the Cecil here. One of the lads I know went bottom out of the boat. He had to dogpaddle trout fishing recently, and because he’s always back to shore, where the game warden was been two tomatoes short of a thick sauce, he waiting. He’d watched the whole thing. decided not to use a rod and reel like the rest of Unknown to him, apparently trout don’t float. us. Instead he used the hard-to-find “Pineapple They just sink to the bottom. He lost his truck Lure”. and paid a dandy fine. Just another great fishing He somehow got a hold of a couple and trip! figured all he had to do was row out into the In many areas the game warden is looked on as the enemy and country lads are always trying to come up with schemes to get around him. Darryl MacGibbon, Ross Pilon, Bruce Murray and Barry Saunders came up with a beaut of a plan for hunting season. All four chipped in and bought one hunting license. They went out on crown land and shot a nice buck and a big doe and hung them up ready for skinning, when who walked out of the bush but the new game warden. Immediately Darryl started running down the road as fast as he could. The game warden yelled STOP! and took off after him. Well, Darryl was on the track team at school and was still in pretty good shape. He ran for about a mile, and when the game warden caught up, Darryl was sitting on a stump and smoking a cigar. The game warden said, okay, I caught ya, where’s your license, at which point Darryl handed it over. When the two returned to spot where it all started, the guys were gone and so were the deer. Darryl explained that he just came upon them and was admiring their deer and he didn’t know them at all. He said he started running ′cause the warden looked like his girlfriend’s brother and he owed him money. Cased closed. My favourite game warden story was told by Larry Johnston, who shot a nice 10-point
44 BOUNDER MAGAZINE www.bounder.ca buck way back in the bush, and, sure enough who popped up but the game warden. “Let’s see your licence,” said the warden. Larry started fumbling through his pockets, mumbling: “It’s here somewhere. I know I’ve got one.” After five minutes of fumbling the warden was fed up. “Okay, I’m gonna have to charge you with illegally hunting without a licence,” he said. He grabbed the antlers. “Give me a hand carrying the evidence out to the road.” “I’m not gonna help you,” said Larry. “You’re on your own.” The game warden swore and started dragging the deer through the bush. Larry walked behind, whistling and singing George Jones songs. After an hour they got to the road and the game warden looked like something the puppy coughed up. He was covered in sweat and dirt and not in a good mood at all. Larry reached into his jacket pocket. “Oh!” he said, “Here’s my license! Fancy that. I had it all the time! But thanks for carrying my deer. You’ve been a big help, officer. Well, be seein’ ya!” Have fun this summer and remember: Fish aren’t stupid. You’ve never heard of fish going peopleing, have ya?
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ROCK’N ON THE RIDEAU Mitchell, Gordon Lightfoot and last performer to hit the stage in 1975. Buffy Sainte-Marie, international continued from pg 17 He remembers Le Hibou’s closing stars like Jerry Jeff Walker, Sonny night as being “a really emotional scene, but with room for only about Terry and Brownie McGee, James one, knowing it was the last time”. 65 people, it was time to look for Cotton, John Lee Hooker and When the lights went out that a new location. Luckily this was Odetta. night it brought the curtain down on around the time the National Capital William Hawkins fondly a music space that’s remembered Commission was buying up and recalls the night Frank Zappa fondly by a generation of music restoring properties along Sussex and the Mothers of Invention fans and musicians alike. Arthur Drive. graced the stage. Sneezy Waters McGregor of the Ottawa Folklore The site chosen for the new Le remembers Jessie Colin Young and Centre remembers Le Hibou as “a Hibou was 521 Sussex, about three the Youngbloods holding down a starting point for a huge number of blocks down from Rideau Street right two week residency at Hibou to local performers. Getting to play on on the edge of the market. It was the tighten up in advance of some big the same stage as Joni Mitchell and perfect location, both aesthetically American shows. other legends was such an honour.” and practically. Friday nights at midnight Ironically, Arthur used the The move doubled Le Hibou’s you could groove to Ottawa’s upstairs space on Sussex to teach capacity. The new room was bright, first Blues band, The Heavenly guitar lessons, which led to the birth the ceilings high and the worst seat Blues, featuring Hawkins, Ted of the Ottawa Folklore Centre on in the house was only about 20 feet Giroux, Bruce Cockburn and a Bank street. OFC is seen by many as from the stage. The sound was better, rotating roster of hot local players. carrying on the spirit of Le Hibou, and despite the larger size of the Cockburn, Sneezy Waters, David and maintaining Ottawa’s reputation room, the intimate atmosphere was Wiffen, Bill Stevenson, and later as a true “Folk Town”. still there. on the MRQ and Heaven’s Radio, You also get that same sense of For purists, the next five years were regulars. Sneezy, in fact, holds community, opportunity and love of were the “Golden Era” for Le Hibou. the distinction of playing all three We had Canadian legends like Joni versions of Le Hibou, and being the continued on next page
46 BOUNDER MAGAZINE www.bounder.ca ROCK’N ON THE RIDEAU car with a bulky reel-to-reel tape love and respect for youth culture machine. It was off to catch rising and music, whether it be folk, blues, star Joni Mitchell at Le Hibou. bluegrass or rock. It was run, and music at Irene’s on Bank and at Jimi planted himself next to the kept in business, by people who the annual Ottawa Folk Festival, stage, tapes rolling. After the show shared those values. It was our little where the folk clan gathers to it was off to a party in Vanier, most piece of the Woodstock nation, and it play, sing and let “the freak flags likely at the old Riverside Hotel. And was our little piece of heaven. fly”. At Irene’s, as with Le Hibou, after that? Well, William has his own Local writer/broadcaster Ken there are opportunities for young theories, but since this is a family- Rockburn is currently working on a musicians to share their original oriented magazine, we’ll leave that definitive history of Le Hibou. He’s music and be heard on a live for another day. on Facebook if you’d like to share stage in front of people who will That story is part of the magic some memories. actually listen and appreciate. of Le Hibou. It was born out of a You out there, Joni? So how about that Hendrix/ Joni hookup? What actually happened that night? William Hawkins may be the only one around who knows, because he was Jimi’s chauffeur that night. After his two shows at the Capital theatre on March 19, 1968, Jimi jumped into William’s WE REACH MEN! LOTS
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Rockin’ the Sharing the memories of Ottawa’s rock ‘n’ roll By JIM HURCOMB smiles and double the attendance. To keep the pot boiling, and to showcase the new building and Mention the word “archives” and it conjures viewing gallery, Gallery 112, the City of Ottawa up images of Gandalf the Wizard leafing intently Archives is working on “Ottawa Rocks”. through a stack of ancient, dust-covered booksArchives “Ottawa in and of itself is interesting, and there bound in Orc-Skin in the deepest depths of some are stories in Ottawa that need to be told,” says City spooky, mountaintop castle. There’s probably an Archivist Paul Henry. “It’s our hope that having old caretaker there, too, with hunched shoulders, a an exhibition that’s a little bit fun and interesting raven on his shoulder and a wart on this nose. He’s will bring non-traditional audiences, people who working by candlelight in the corner. have never been across the threshold of an archives Gladly, the reality doesn’t match the fantasy. before, and that they will want to continue to come The new Ottawa Archives building in to the archives to see what else we’re going to do.” Centrepointe, Nepean, is ultra modern, bustling with Henry and fellow archivist Glenn Charron are activity, and not a raven in sight. They even fired sifting through the relevant bits and pieces already that old caretaker years ago. in the Archives, and have found some amazing You can say the Ottawa Archives “rocks” these items. days, in more ways than one. “We’ve got a scarf that was thrown by Elvis Beginning in October and running to December, into the crowd when he came in 1957, and we’ve the Archives is presenting a new feature exhibit got a large collection of photographs from the called “Ottawa Rocks”. It’s a multi-media trip into famed Andrews-Newton collection, which is one the Ottawa rock and roll scene from 1954 to 2000. of our largest photo collections at the archives. It This exhibit is not what you’d expect from the comes close to topping two million photos.” Archives. Previous exhibits have focused on what That Elvis show, and those Andrews-Newton some might call the “drier” side of Ottawa history, photos, as regular Bounder readers recall from a few including features on royal visits, the early years issues back, captured an amazing time in western of Bytown and the building of the Rideau Canal. culture. While Elvis shook his hips and the girls (I think I saw Gandalf at that one.) These shows swooned, the “establishment” fought back to make catered to hardcore history buffs but lacked broad, this “evil” rock and roll go away and return things public appeal. They did little to dispel the old image to normal. of the sidewalks being rolled up at 5 o’clock in In the case of Elvis, his scheduled show in boring old Ottawa. Montreal was cancelled when the Roman Catholic But then came the “ah-hah!” moment. The Church voiced objections, so we got two shows here Archives put together an exhibit focussing on in Ottawa. According to Paul Henry’s research, “At hockey, and then the history of the CFL in Ottawa. school the next day kids were asked whether they The result? More hips through the turnstiles, more had attended the concert, and when they said yes, 48 BOUNDER MAGAZINE www.bounder.ca they were expelled.” The Andrews-Newton photographs capture the surreal backstage ambience, with Elvis looking lost, sitting alone before the Certified Home Inspectors show, and flirting with starry-eyed • wood energy technical trained • plumbing & electrical fans afterwards. They also capture • on site report the on-stage frenzy, Elvis-mania at • construction consulting its peak, with The King in all his • wood stoves & fireplaces glory. The collection includes photos • Canadian Lumbermans of other legends that graced Ottawa Association trained • environmental - radon gas stages in the earliest days of Rock • structural - roofs & floors WAYNE CORBIN and Roll: stars like Johnny Cash, • mold inspections home inspector Fats Domino and Jerry Lee Lewis. While the Elvis shows are an Phone: 613 836.6500 obvious main focus of the “Ottawa Fax: 613 836.6382 Rocks” exhibit, it’s not at the expense of other milestones. We have Bill Haley and the Comets, the first Rock and Roll band to play Ottawa; the rise of Ottawa stars like Paul Anka and Alanis Morissette; the infamous New Animals riot at the Coliseum in 1968; Jimi Hendrix, Cream and The Who at the Capital Theatre; local bands rocking Pineland, Le Hibou and other famous nightspots. There was the night a new Irish band called U2 played Barrymore’s on Bank Street. “Barrymore’s seated about 400 people,” Paul told me, “but 6,000 people claim to have been there.” And then there was punk and alternative music, and the hundreds of local bands who played church basements, hole-in-the-wall clubs and outdoor festivals. Some achieved great success; most just left with a box full of memories. And it is those memories that are the most important facet of “Ottawa Rocks”. According to Henry: “We’re asking Ottawa citizens if they have artefacts of their own that they want to bring in to either contiinued on page 57 www.bounder.ca BOUNDER MAGAZINE 49
CAR CLUBS
GIUSEPPE CASTRUCCI
comeback
As spring fast approaches, brief life began and ended with we all look to our garages and that era. It was fun, and the begin the loving task of getting memories live on in today’s car Classyour special cars in tiptop shape, club.” ready to enjoy another fun- Henry hosted a meeting in filled summer with fellow car February, 2012; and along with club members. “Chick” and a few of the guys, I travelled the highways of they were able to attract 21 Ottawa recently and ended up people to that first meeting. in Iroquois, a lovely little town The love of the hobby and along the St. Lawrence, where the enthusiasm of the members I sat down with my good have driven this club a long friend, Henry Swank, and the way in a short time. They newly “reborn” Golden Gears structured the club along the Car Club Inc. same lines as the Lions club. A number of members They created by-laws and were there to greet me. We met came up with a constitution. in Henry’s garage, surrounded It’s all about working as a team by cars and good chatter. not as an individual; and the Since Golden Gears is a structure in place allows them “re-born” club, when did it to achieve amazing things in start? short order. One member, Robbie, The club welcomes provided me with a brief everyone who is a car or truck history. fan. Another member, Stephan, “The Golden Gears began said they even welcome “the in 1963 and ran up to 1969,” mopar guys − just come out he said. “It was all about and share the passion.” power and speed. The boys This active group gets would drag race in Toronto, together at monthly dinner Desoronto, Napierville − pretty meetings to encourage couples much anywhere they could to come out. Sunday drives, a find a good patch of asphalt. It Christmas party, barbecues and was all muscle cars, and this picnics are the activities that 50 BOUNDER MAGAZINE www.bounder.ca keep them together having fun and enjoying friendships. The big event is the Sept. 15 car show, held at the Iroquois Locks from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. with live entertainment provided by “Eddy & the Stingrays”. Last year they attracted more than 240 cars and 800 people. Here was the personal touch: as people were leaving, Golden Gears lined up on either side of the road, dressed in their Golden Gears apparel, waving goodbye to everyone. They love doing charity work and have a close bond with the community, from supporting families in need to the fun food drive called “Fill the Fargo”. They comeback exude a positive image, and you NEED A CAR LOAN? could not ask for a classier bunch. 10 MILLION DOLLARS TO LEND EVENT They provide Golden Gear apparel 4EX BANKRUPT 4REPOSSESSION 4NO CREDIT 4BAD CREDIT such as hats, t-shirts, jackets and name tags. I was completely taken PRE-APPROVED BY PHONE IN MINUTES 519 Montreal Road aback at how many things they have $0 DOWN PAYMENT Ottawa, ON K1K OV1 Classy CALL US FIRST! All Makes And Phone: 613-842-8565 accomplished in one short year. Models to choose from www.safetynetauto.ca They have grown to about 65 members. Slow and steady is their approach as they look into the future. Check out their website: www.goldengears.ca. The membership fee is $40 a person or $60 a couple. How do I sum up this amazing car club? They have had an immediate impact on their community because they care about their neighbours, and that community spirit has been returned by the town of Iroquois. Local business support, great turnout to their major event, amazing cars and trucks and a classy approach to everything they do make this a must-join car club. We are now entering the hot days of summer with lots of car club activities and opportunities to meet new people, see cool cars and trucks, and in the process help raise money for a variety of charities in the Ottawa Valley. I wish you all a great summer. Until next time, keep smiling and see you in my rearview mirror. www.bounder.ca BOUNDER MAGAZINE 51
OUTDOORS GUY continued from page 43 fishing; it’s a perfect time for testing out new products. The polarized sunglasses from Guideline Eyewear I field-tested this spring were what I would describe as, an “eye opening” experience. I am a nut when it comes to quality polarized eyewear as I rely on it daily during my outdoor excursions. I had, admittedly, never heard of Guideline Eyewear before they contacted me about a possible backfield this spring stuck out like a protective case with Velcro closure. review, but I’m sure glad they did. sore thumb. For more information on Guideline I was able field-test two new The Eclipse model can truly be Eyewear: http://www.glpolarized. models: the Alpine and the Eclipse. called action eyewear. With dark com/GEW/index.html The Alpine model boasts tremendous gun-metal accents combined with eye coverage, focusing on a range rubber brow and nose pads, they will Finding “Old Blackie” of active pursuits requiring high be my mainstay during this summer’s Bruin enthusiasts take note that the polarized protection. bluefish adventure. The silver mirror Quebec spring bear hunt is open Constructed from Grilamid BTR, lens is perfect for both medium until the end of June, at a time when a 51 per cent bio-based polymer, they to bright sun conditions and cuts the big boars are out cruising. The are solid and form-fitting, offering glare big-time. Both models come Province of Quebec has continued superb clarity. Even the deer in my with a soft, durable and lightweight its spring bear hunting opportunities
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52 BOUNDER MAGAZINE www.bounder.ca despite adversity from this side of the river. This gives sportsmen a chance to hunt “Old Blackie” with bugs in the air. Regardless of where you pursue Ursus America this spring, a truly successful hunter must always remember one important detail. The black bear has perhaps the keenest sense of smell of any animal alive, so the use of cover scent and stand location is very important. For a brochure of the bear outfitters and hunting opportunities across the river, contact Tourism Quebec at: 1 JOHNSON WELDING WORKS (877) 266-5687. • ALUMINUM •STAINLESS STEEL CustomFABRICATING •STEEL GeneralREPAIRS Until next time, this is the Outdoors Guy saying have a great summer, and we’ll see you in the fall! Jeff Morrison is an award- winning outdoor writer and columnist with the Ottawa SUN. 70 beech st ottawa www.johnsonweldingworks.com 613-233-6336
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DAVIN DE KERGOMMEAUX In whisky, old is the new ‘ ’ Come with me on a journey of three how farmers saw it. They considered steps. We begin in a field of golden grain European grains more productive and swaying rhythmically in the breeze. This those early farmers began, first by is a classic Canadian farming image. growing rye grain because it thrived in Step two follows the grain as it is poorly cultivated or recently broken soil. shipped to a distillery. Once inside, in Rye grew tall and was easy to harvest by a third step, it ferments, is distilled and hand. ages. As soonnew as rough land became tilled In three short steps, grain has been fields, farmers would switch from rye to transformed into aqua vitae, the water wheat. Wheat meant flour and familiar of life, here in one of the great whisky “old-country” bread-making. Most nations in the world. Canadian whisky importantly for this story, the high starch makers have known about these steps for content of the wheat meant it was easily centuries. fermented into beer and distilled into Agriculture was well established whisky. in Ontario when settlers began clearing Joshua Booth was one of those ancient forests to convert them into early farmers. He was a miller and a productive fields of grain. Aboriginal politician and he lived at Lot No. 40 peoples had already established farming near Millhaven, Ontario. He also made practices, growing many crops that were whisky. well suited to the land, though unfamiliar Seven generations later, his great- to settlers arriving from Europe. great-great-great grandnephew, D. One crop, maize, had been cultivated Michael Booth — a Hiram Walker for many millennia here in North distiller — revived this family tradition America. Planted along with beans and with a whisky he aptly named Lot No. squash in low heaps of soil, maize was 40. the third of “three sisters”. Strictly speaking, Booth (the Today, we know maize as corn. Younger) did not follow a family recipe When grown together, these sister plants that had been passed down through support each other as they mature with the generations. In Booth Senior’s day, an affinity for each other that only sisters whisky was made from whatever grain understand. was leftover after milling for flour, and Although much Canadian whisky is that changed from harvest to harvest. now made from corn, that wasn’t always Instead Booth (the Younger) looked the case. “Small grains,” especially back over Millhaven’s farming history wheat, dominated settlers’ fields, and and re-created an all-rye whisky, one these were used to make whisky. that now plays its part in what is called Those early settlers grew small today’s rye renaissance. Earlier this grains for a simple reason: Tradition. year, Whisky Advocate named it the best They preferred crops that were familiar, Canadian whisky of 2012. Unlike much planting seeds they had brought with of Canadian whisky today, Lot No. 40 them from their homelands. contains no corn or wheat, but is made Although the aboriginal population entirely from rye – 90% rye grain and saw corn as valuable food, that’s not 10% rye malt. continued on page 57 54 BOUNDER MAGAZINE www.bounder.ca Rye is a misunderstood whisky grain and although it is incredibly easy to grow, it is difficult to distill. It contains little starch and produces small amounts of alcohol. It is rich in proteins, and very, very sticky to work with. But it is bursting with flavour, as anyone who has ever tasted rye bread will tell you. Since it contains little gluten, rye flour is typically mixed with wheat flour when making bread. Perhaps this is where Canadian distillers got the idea to add a small amount of spicy rye to wheat whisky to boost its flavour. The resulting whisky packed more flavour than common wheat whisky and became an immediate favourite. Customers began asking for “rye” – wheat whisky with a small amount of rye grain added. Eventually, “rye” became the Canadian word for whisky. Today, new micro-distilleries are springing up across Canada, many hoping to revive the “tradition” of all-rye Canadian whisky. But it’s a tradition that was very short lived. Back then, once they had a good supply of wheat, distillers stopped using rye, except in small amounts as flavouring. Still, Mike Booth (the Younger), a distiller with years of experience behind him, chose rye, the first grain grown on newly cultivated land, to re-create the whisky his ancestors enjoyed. Distilled in the very un- micro, 12,000-litre copper pot still at Hiram Walker distillery, it is a stunning success. Rye spirits can be very spicy as you might expect, exuding sweet floral tones found in no other spirit. As hard as slate and as hot as chili peppers, a little rye spirit goes a long way. It is simply lovely stuff in the hands of a master distiller and D. Michael Booth is a master distiller. Lot No. 40 is one of the best examples of all-rye whisky available today. If you try it: On the nose you’ll first sense Christmas candy, dark fruits, sour rye bread, and hints of pickles, in a wagon load of dry hay.
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1. The Cruise nights are in full swing and Bounder plans Mick Armitage and Gail Gavin. Mark Papousek was to hit them all at least once this summer. This shot was the MC. taken at the opening night of the Kanata Cruise Night. 5. Throw in a couple of Batmobiles and a hundred Classic 2. Another sold-out night at the Annual Ducks Unlimited cars and you’re at the first Ottawa Classic and Custom Banquet and Auction in Arnprior. As usual, I spent way Car Show at the Earnst and Young Centre. I suspect too much money, but hey… it’s for a good cause. this will become an annual event. 6. Bounder hauled our Event Trailer out to Brian’s 8th 3. It was a great crowd that visited the Valley Sportsman Annual Show and Shine, which raised more than Show this year in Carp. There were lots of deals. This $5,000 to support the Motorcycle Ride For Dad. should be a must-visit if you are looking for hunting and fishing stuff. 7. DAWG FM and Class Axe Guitars were getting geared up for the Annual Calabogie Blues and Ribfest and 4. Wanda Clarke and company did a great job of the first ever Calabogie Country Music Festival with a organizing a fundraiser for the Make A Wish gathering at Calabogie Peaks Resort and Conference Foundation. A sold-out crowd gathered at Irish Hills Centre. The ribs were excellent − and the bike ride Golf and Country Club to hear live entertainment by was great. 56 BOUNDER MAGAZINE www.bounder.ca ARCHIVES WHISKEY continued from page 49 continued from page 55 give to the Archives or loan to us for purposes of the exhibit. We’re really looking for those personal connections: things like local bands that began in Ottawa and went elsewhere to become far more famous, or the Sweet, fruity acetone soars into muddy earth tones. bands that were here and stayed Roasted rye surges forward bringing with it waves of here and made their entire bitter rye bread and gorgeous farmy aromas. careers here.” When savoured, Lot 40 starts out with hot cinnamon So the call is out to hearts, cloves and sizzling ginger, then searing pepper, Ottawa Rock fans to share the sweet and sour sauce and delicately bitter rye bread. The memories. peppery warmth sets your lips and tongue afire as rich If you have something to bring to Paul’s and Glenn’s dark fruit flavours return. Tart grapefruit, hints of oak, attention − posters, tickets, photos or just recollections, you bitter citrus pith and sweet mandarins bring it to a long can call 613-580-2857, e-mail [email protected], or visit and lingering finish that finally washes away on a tsunami the City of Ottawa on Facebook and click through to the of sour rye bread. Wonderful. Ottawa Archives. Joshua Booth, you never met your seven-generations- “Ottawa Rocks” is a long-overdue tribute to the talent of Ottawa musicians and the great musical moments that are removed nephew, but you can certainly be proud of him forever etched in our memories. and Lot No. 40, the whisky he created in your memory.
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So we went looking for our next garage to feature, and sure enough, Al Gauvin, owner of Garage Guyz, suggested a recent job he had done for one of his clients. Well, off Todd Langille and I went to check it out. Todd Langille is Bounder’s photographer. We met Larry Naciuk, who was tinkering in his garage and knew this was worthy of a featured article. The inside was immaculate, with a beautiful floor and steel trim. The back wall was lined with Hayley cabinets. Even the stairs to the inside of Larry’s home were fabricated steel. Larry has lived in his home for three years. He made a deal with his wife that if he re-did the laundry room, he could invest in his garage. The insulated doors allow him to run a portable heater and dehumidifier to create a comfortable environment so he can work 58 BOUNDER MAGAZINE www.bounder.ca Your GARAGE DOOR and OPERATOR Supplier
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Back to the track 2014 Camaro Z/28 returns!
By ART STEVENS providing an unconfirmed 500+ horsepower rating, making this engine the most-powerful Car enthusiasts world-wide were normally aspirated regular production small pleasantly surprised in April when Chevrolet block V8. Chevrolet advises that the engine unexpectedly introduced the Camaro Z/28 achieves a 7,000 rpm redline due to the for the 2014 model year at the New York highest quality parts and precision assembly. City Auto Show. Their use of lightweight components such The Z/28 was first introduced in 1967 as titanium intake valves and connecting to compete in the Sports Car Club of rods with a forged-steel crankshaft make American’s Trans-Am 2 class. Originally for an incredibly strong engine. A standard designed for road racing, the 2014 Z/28 10.5 quart, dry-sump oiling system delivers continues the same lineage. The list of design pressurized oil from an external reservoir so and technological innovations for the Z/28 is vital components are lubricated under high-g longer than this article will allow. driving. Another liquid-to-liquid system Here a just a few of the many highlights: is used to cool the transmission and the differential. Powertrain The six speed TREMEC TR6060 While there are many powerful engines manual gearbox with a 5.1:1-ratio short- currently in the Camaro line-up, Chevrolet throw shifter with a tire melting 3.91:1 final- chose to power the 2014 Z/28 with a hand- drive ratio is the only available transmission. assemble LS7 (7 litre – 427 cu. inch) engine, Automatic transmission cannot be ordered. 60 BOUNDER MAGAZINE www.bounder.ca 375 McNeely Ave. CERTIFIED PRE-OWNED Carleton Place
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Interior The 2014 Z/28 is equipped with all-new driver and front passenger racing seats designed by RECARO.
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SWITZERLAND continued from page 21 bridge overlooking the river, but we didn’t get there this time. We deviated onto the Old Kingston Road, just because it was there, and what a ride that turned out to be! I thought, now THIS is the road that all we backroaders are searching for, with its twists and turns, hills and and guess what we found? Yes! A storybook old white valleys − all in a leafy tunnel of trees (and smooth church, Buttermilk Falls and the grist mill − and also an pavement to boot). old Indian motorcycle and a 1940s Ford V8 truck, both of We ended up back onto the highway east of Portland, which were obviously still in working condition. and so kept going west. Then we strayed off Hwy 15 at Wow. These folks appear to have it all: a piece of Crosby (a.k.a. Hwy 42) heading toward Newboro. heaven and great toys to play with. It makes you smile and On the way we stopped at Old World Country feel happy for them. Antiques to look at their vintage stuff. They also have Back on the road again, and just past Buck Lake (I gardens and chickens. I don’t know anything about wonder what the fishing is like!) we found the Opinicon chickens, but I was learning some great stuff when my Rd. Again we lucked in on a great touring road, a real friend dragged me away again with that persistent “We rollercoaster ride through the smell of the pines, fresh air gotta get going”. and the sound of the tarmac. I love the view of Westport when you sweep around This quest brought us back to Chaffeys Lock, another a giant curve overlooking the lake. I was anticipating storybook destination, in the shade of the old Opinicon a visit to the bakery, but we never got there. After that Resort Hotel. All too soon we were back on Hwy 15 and great ride down the Old Kingston Road, the Perth Road home. (a.k.a. Hwy10) just reached out and grabbed us for a great This was a classic back-roads tour. We found a great meander down to Bedford Mills. train museum, a great diner and wonderful people. The The view of the old mill from the bridge is so roads we stumbled onto were incredible − and well worth a spectacular that we just had to pull off and investigate, couple of return visits.
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Vintage bikes bring back the
By FRANCIE HEALY
When you ask Fred Kolman why he loves vintage motorcycles, he laughs. “It’s a disease,” he says. Motorcycles have been part of his life for more than 40 years. Theymemories were such a passion in his youth that they eventually became a successful business. Fred owns Wheelsport on Youville Drive in Orleans. His son, Jim, has taken over the reins. Fred is understandably pleased about that. “I’ve put in my time,” he says. Leaving things to Jim allows Fred to concentrate on his huge collection of vintage bikes. There’s a large selection on display in Wheelsport; Jim stores about 100 more at his place. Fred did a lot of racing when he was younger: ice- racing, road-racing, motocross. “In my day we did all of that all the time,” he says. Now he rides every chance he can. At the moment, his favourite vintage bike is a single-cylinder1982 Honda 500 FT. He especially likes it because it has a push-button start. (“Old bikes are hard to start,” he explains. “The kickback can really hurt.”) He went for his first ride of the season on May 1. “I like getting out in the country to smell the clover and cowshit,” he says. He especially likes riding in Quebec 64 BOUNDER MAGAZINE www.bounder.ca because of its terrain. Calabogie is another favourite with its hills and curved roads. He says it’s amazing how much attention his vintage bikes get at the store. People who come to see them are usually 50 or older. All of them are riders. “The bikes bring back memories of the 50s and 60s,” he says. “They remember the old ones.” Fred is an accomplished mechanic. He says he’s the oldest mechanic of vintage motorcycles in Ottawa. His license goes back more than 40 years ago to 1972, so he He also goes to a lot of motorcycle events in the area this knows his stuff. motorcycle shows. He just returned summer: On June 6, at Oxford Mills He likes working on older from Florida where he entered some [613-435-0278 for info] and on Aug. bikes because they’re easier than of his vintage bikes in a show at 18 at the Billings Estate, Ottawa the new ones, which require as Dania Beach near Fort Lauderdale. [613-746-7113 for info]. much technology as anything else. Out of 289 entries, his ice racer came What does he like about riding? Naturally, he’s an expert at evaluating in first. His 1956 Ariel Square Four “A car, you drive it,” he says. “A vintage motorcycles. won first in the British Class. And motorcycle, you ride it. You can feel He belongs to the Canadian on top of that, he came home with a the engine, the power, the shifting, the Vintage Motorcycle Group (CVMG) trophy for coming from the furthest road, the curves. A sportscar might and likes meeting other members for distance. come close, but it’s still not the same. breakfast every Sunday. He’ll be attending two CVMG There’s no feeling like it.”
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History and happiness at
By FRANCIE HEALY
If you’re looking for Bob Hanson, look up. Chances are he’ll be flying overhead in his red helicopter. Or his World War II fighter jet. Or Eisenhower’sClassic personal Airforce One.Wings Or the plane that once belonged to Fidel Castro. This is a guy who started flying when he was 43, learned astoundingly fast, and three years later had some of the world’s most beautiful and historic flying machines. Even better, he shares them. These magnificent vintage planes aren’t tucked away in some museum. They’re at Russ Beach Airport near Smiths Falls where, if you request it, you can see them up close and personal. “There’s no place you can go in Canada,” he says, “where you can put a helmet on a kid and let him sit in a fighter jet.” Bob calls his personal collection Classic Wings, and he wants others to enjoy them. “The whole idea is to promote aviation for kids,” he says. And, he adds, this is simply “a fun place” − a fun place with very special, very, rare, aircraft. Children’s and church groups often use it for events. Recently 36 kids from China paid a visit. Bob was looking forward to welcoming a Brockville air cadets group in June − about 40 or 50 kids who would be treated to a big barbecue and, given enough pilots on hand, airplane rides and an aerobatic show. “There were about 10 different events here last year,” he says. The planes are living, flying, functioning bits of history. There are 17 of them dating from 1939 to the 1990s. Two are fighter jets: one from Russia, one from Czechoslovakia. There are planes that flew during WWII, and there are wartime training planes. They are all magnificently restored in their original colours. They’re 66 BOUNDER MAGAZINE www.bounder.ca polished and gleaming. They live in every single piece of paper from the “but I was too busy with sports, a 15,000 sq. ft. heated and spotless time they were built, often right back school and then business.” hangar that Bob built about three to the 30s and 40s. He’s a stickler for The owner of Cordking of years ago. safety. He says it’s his number one Canada (firewood processors) among He usually buys the aircraft criteria. other businesses, he’s still busy. But already restored, but there have Despite his relatively short flying it’s the planes that keep him focused been a few found in raw shape that career (he’s 51 now), he’s a rare bird and stress-free. needed hours and hours of tender in that he’s qualified to fly fighter jets, Up in the air there are no cell loving care to bring them back to aerobatic airplanes and helicopters. phones, no business people, no one to History and happiness at their original glory. His “bug” for flying actually bother him. Many of Bob’s friends are started when he was a child helping “This is a happy place to be,” he professional pilots. Some are his father build airplanes in his says. “After a busy day it’s nice to among the best aerobatic pilots in garage. get to somewhere where it’s quiet, the country. Some are retired Air “I always wanted to fly,” he says, pull out an aircraft and go flying.” Canada captains. Some just love planes and like being involved in whatever way they can. They Classic Wings all volunteer to keep the planes in perfect working order and appearance. The planes are flown regularly. (The jet fighters aren’t taken up as often as the others because it costs about $1,000 for an hour of fuel; but still, they get their time in the sky.) The red helicopter is up in the air every day because Bob flies it to work and back. He has his own “backyard” airstrip at his home between Portland and Smiths Falls. He calls it The Red Neck Air Force. He doesn’t just go out and buy airplanes. He spends long hours researching them. He never buys anything sight unseen. And the aircraft has to have its paperwork in order. “Airplanes, like people, have a history,” he says. “If the documentation isn’t exactly right they’re not worth anything and shouldn’t be flown.” His planes have www.bellscornersbia.ca www.bounder.ca BOUNDER MAGAZINE 67
MOTORCYCLE LISTING JUNE 1, 2013 JUNE 22, 2013 Oxford Mills (near Kemptville) 9:30 Ottawa Ride for Dad 2nd Annual Ride for Rett a.m. start. Admission $5.00 (Includes Canadian Aviation and Space Syndrome charitable donation - proceeds go to Museum Registration will take place at CFB Camp Quality),Motorcycle exhibitors Registration 7:00 a.m. to 8:15 a.m. Kingston Thompson Drill Hall. free (motorcycles 16+ years), Ride Leaves at 8:30 a.m. sharp $10.00 per Bike and donations accompanied Children under 12 See website for more info including will be graciously accepted. All admitted free and Vendors and Swap pre-registration: registration and donation monies Meet Participants Free Refreshments/ www.motorcycleridefordad.org will be given to ORSA (Ontario Rett Food on site. For more details check Syndrome Association). Registration out: www.cvmg.ca JUNE 9, 2013 timings will be 0830-0930 am, with 7th Annual Motorcycle Show and kick stands up at 1000 am. More JULY 7, 2013 Swap Meet info at: www.cav.ca The 2nd Annual Steering Towards Sponsored by Hotel Ladysmith, Hope Poker Run Ladysmith, Quebec JUNE 23, 2013 will bring car and motorcycle Registration by 11:00 a.m. – Free Merrickville Motorcycle Show enthusiasts together for a day Admission – Vendors Welcome 10:00 am. To 5:00 p.m. – Free of fun while raising funds for the 2144 Route 303 (half way between Admission Kidney Foundation of Canada at Shawville & Otter Lake) BBQ, Live Entertainment Vendors Walter Baker Park. In addition to For info call Hotel Ladysmith 819- Proceeds to CHEO Telethon the Poker Run and show ‘n’ shine 647-6797 or Stu McFarlane 819- www.mvmcshow.com there will be merchandise vendors 712-3889 ([email protected]) and live entertainment. Please JULY 6, 2013 check website for details: www. JUNE 14, 2013 2nd Annual SD&G Hwy 43 Memorial steeringtowardshope.ca Ride for Sight Ride Departing from Ottawa Goodtime Morrisburg, ON (map) Operation JULY 13, 2013 Centre 8:30am sharp Demo rides, Leave the Streets Behind (Royal Law Enforcement Torch Ride HD draw, field games, live music Canadian Legion Initiative) Registration Ottawa University 8:00 (headliner is Big Sugar), vendors and donations to “Homeless Veterans – 9:30 a.m. Departs at 10:00 a.m. more Assistance Fund”. Help Us Help our sharp. Details available at: www. Info: [email protected] Vets Help Themselves. More details torchrideontario.com Web: http://www.rideforsight.com/ to come at www.cav.ca central_ontario.php Or on Facebook: AUGUST 3-4, 2013 http://www.facebook.com/home. JULY 7, 2013 ICROSS-CAV Rally Motorcycle php#!/groups/219330364870197/ Annual Canadian Vintage Perth Motorcycle Group Rally – Ottawa Pre-registration before July 15th: Sector www.thecav.ca Meet and Greet
68 BOUNDER MAGAZINE www.bounder.ca Randy Lee is really versed on the HOTSEAT new players that have been drafted continued from page 33 by the Senators, and he talks about who to watch and what to expect. He also looks after the salary cap situation, and does a lot of juggling to have these players on the ice. My very last Hotseat was supposed to be on Good Friday this year. But I was asked to do one more on April 26. It was an honour to have in attendance Rachel Homan − the current Canadian Women’s curling Champion and world bronze medalist − and her team. The women were outstanding. They were a lot of fun and passed along some great curling knowledge. I can tell you there were people there who are going to take up this interesting picture taken with Lord Stanley’s Brian Murray and head of player team sport because of their Cup. At least 400 people paid a development, Randy Lee. The attendance. small fee to Make a Wish to have two of them have provided All in all, my 21 years of that memory. Longtime friend, some great guests and awesome being the host of the Hotseat at Leon Switzer of Total Photo conversations. I just love the the Kanata Sports Club has been a (www.totalphoto.ca), took the way Brian and Randy don’t mind wonderful experience for me, from shots. telling it like it is. When a player doing interviews with these stars to Over the last few years, I have is not playing well, Brian is not learning a lot as well. had the opportunity to befriend afraid to tell the truth and usually I am grateful to the Senators’ General Manager follows through with action. management of the sports club, starting with Lorne Weatherall, the MOTORCYCLE SEPTEMBER 8, 2013 current president, for allowing me Guide Dog Run Motorcycle Ride to gain that knowledge and have LISTINGS Hosted by the Ottawa River Riders a hell of a lot of fun at the same Saturday evening, with registration. 200-km ride through Eastern time. Sunday morning raising the CAV flag Ontario to raise funds towards the I am also grateful to Liam ceremony at Town Hall in Perth to training of guide dogs. Registration McGuire, who would fill in as a start our Fundraising event. Visit to is from 9:00-10:30. Depart on host when I was away. He always the local Vet. Cemetery 250km poker your own or as part of guided provided great guests. run. Included is a sit-down meal with rides leaving at 9:30 and 10:00am. I did some math since Wayne local entertainment. After the ride, stay for a barbecue, Pilon and I had that talk. It looks as prizes, and a walk through the though I have had approximately kennels to meet some dogs. AUGUST 18, 2013 420 Caesars at 12 noon on The Billings Estate Museum Registration is $15 per rider, which Vintage Motorcycle Show is paid on-site. Call us for more Friday for the last 21 years from 2100 Cabot Street off Pleasant Park information at 613-692-7777 or November until April; and − the Road – City of Ottawa with Canadian visit www.ottawariverriders.ca really scary part − about 1680 draft Vintage Motorcycles (www.cvmg.ca) beers. And I’m still around to talk 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. SEPTEMBER 14, 2013 about it. Cruise Don’t Bruise – Bikers The Kanata Sports Club will SEPTEMBER 7-8, 2013 Against Violence remain my favourite watering hole Old Bastards Vintage Motorcycle Beacon Hill Shopping Centre for many years to come, as I give Rally 2339 Ogilvie Road – at 9:00 a.m. back to them for allowing me the Lower Beverley Lake Park, Delta, To register call: 613-741-6025 or honour of hosting the Hotseat for Ontario visit the website: www.eorc-creo. the past 21 years. www.oldbastards.ca ca www.bounder.ca BOUNDER MAGAZINE 69
ONE MINUTE MOORE
RANDALL MOORE
One of my childhood friends in Prescott was raised by his father. I never met his mother Turn the tables, and he didn’t talk about her − ever − though I heard she lived just a few miles away. One day my friend couldn’t come out to play. I later heard it was because his mother was coming to and THEN what? town and they were worried she might “take” him. Take him? Where and for how long? I was young. The word “abduction” didn’t register. Abduction. I was thinking about my old friend while I was reading the story about Patricia O’Bryne, who abducted and concealed her daughter for 18 years. 1993: That’s when O’Bryne signed a custody order with her estranged partner, Joe Chisholm, giving him generous access to their three-year-old daughter. Days later she took off, mother did, with their daughter, first to South Carolina, then Ireland, where she hid out. Mr. Chisholm never stopped searching for his little girl. Finally, his ex and daughter were found living in Victoria, B.C. Eighteen years later! Daughter grew up knowing nothing about her dad, whom a judge described as a fine human being who would have made a remarkable father. Would have. Why did the mother take off? Something about being sexually molested as a child and worried that Mr. Chisholm would hire male babysitters who might sexually their daughter. Great excuse. Whatever works. And it works a lot. Of the several hundred children abducted each year in Canada, most are by their mothers, and most get what amounts to a slap on the wrist. As I said, it works. House arrest and probation. That’s what Ms. O’Bryne received for abducting a child. Concealing a child from her father for 18 years. Would the sentence be the same if it was a father abducting a child? A rhetorical question, my friends.
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