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Russell Banner

Location

Russell, Manitoba, Canada

Date

Jul 12, 2005

Page

3

Frank Skinner Arboretum plaque honors prairie horticulturist

Parks Canada and the Historic Sites and Monuments Board of Canada unveil a plaque recognizing Dr. Frank Skinner as a Person of National Historic Significance at the Frank Skinner Arboretum Trail near Roblin. A Grand Opening follows for the Skinner Introductions Garden showcasing his hardy plant introductions and nursery line.

Skinner Prairies Blair Philpott Parks Canada Manitoba Field Unit Frank Skinner Historic Sites and Monuments Board of Canada Historic Sites and Monuments Board Environment Dr. Skinner Frank Skinner Arboretum Trail Arboretum Corporation Philpott Skinner Introductions

Remote control flight fans pack field for weeklong event

Clement notes the field as the main draw for remote control flying attracting crowds well over a thousand each event. Pilots come from Canada and the U S with planes ranging from stealth models to cartoon figures. Beginners start around 500 dollars, advanced up to 15000. Training takes months or years, with past years reporting about fifteen crashes. Don Furness provides commentary, helping sustain twenty-year tradition. Clement plans to stay as long as his mental stamina remains.

Clement U.S Canada Don Furness

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