Shawnigan Lake School - Yearbook (Shawnigan Lake, British Columbia Canada)

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the two escort vessels the cadets were divided into two groups. The ships slipped their moorings at 08:45 and moving out of harbour set a course for Race Rocks. As soon as the ships had cleared the harbour entrance, the two parties of cadets on each of the two ships were subdivided into four smaller groups in order to be shown over the vessels. These groups saw all parts of the ships: engine room, galley, seamen ' s messes, radar cabin, and chart room. Outside they looked at the guns, the anti-submarine defences, and the instruments on the bridge. After the tours, Mr. Hyde-Lay travelled from one ship to the other by means of a bosun ' s chair. It was pointed out that using this conveyance a doctor may travel between ships when there is an emergency. For the fifty-five cadets lunch came none too soon. In order to show their appreciation of the excellent meal prepared by the cooks, the cadets finished off every scrap available. Lunch over and the dishes cleared, the loudspeakers summoned the visitors on deck to watch the firing of the squid. A pattern was laid forward and as the ship steamed ahead four depth charges were dropped over the side. Within a few seconds four huge columns of water sprang from the surface, and the ship shuddered as the force of the explosions made itself felt. Later in the afternoon after this demonstration and other planned activities, the cadets were free to entertain themselves as they wished. Some took a trick at the helm; others visited again parts of the ship that particularly interested them. A 16:00 the ships headed for Esquimalt where they tied up in H.M.C. Dockyard. Disembark- ing, the cadets found the bus waiting for them which would bring them back after a most inter- esting day on board an escort vessel. — G. HADDON and W. HIBBARD. tV ft S cout I t ewA Scouting activities, for most of the year carried on by eleven boys, began to flourish when later seven additional members from the Wolf Cub Pack joined the Scout Troop. Activities during the year were varied and included snow tracking and rescue work from broken ice in the winter to camping out in the spring. Two week-ends were spent camping up the hill. During one of these the Troop enjoyed a sing-song with the Wolf Cubs. Just before the holiday at the time of Cadet Inspection, the Scouts spent three days camping on Memory Island, whither they were taken by boat and where in complete isolation it was possible to put into effect many of the practices taught by scouting. As a climax to their training the Scouts, forming a composite patrol whose name was the Ducks, attended the District Camporee from which they emerged with a B rating, 169 out of 200 points, and a special commendation, particularly in cooking, where 341 2 points were scored out of a possible 35. It was for the Scouts a happy and profitable year, and it is hoped next year to carry on with an even stronger and more efficient Troop. ix it ti Woif Cd Wot. It was a most successful year for the fifteen who formed the Wolf Cub Pack. Good progress was made since none of the Cubs was a recruit, and as a result four completed their First Star tests and six passed Second Star tests. In all twenty-five badges were won: First Aid: C. Curtis, R. Curtis, D. Craig, E. Barr-Hall, R. M. Morgan, B. Sharpe, R. Waters. Athlete: E. Barr-Hall, M. Beardsell, D daig, R. Curtis, B. Sharpe, R. Waters. House Orderly: D. Craig, C. Curtis, R. Curtis, B. Sharpe. Swimmer: M. Beardsell, J. Carmichael, D. Craig, E. B. Hall, R. M. Morgan, J. Payne. Team Player: C. Curtis, R. M. Morgan, B. Sharpe. Although the heavy snows of last winter demolished the wigwam , the Cubs built two six shelters from material of the ruined wigwam and were able to sleep in them one Saturday night. This night in the shelters was in the nature of preparation for a camping trip to Miracle Beach. As in the middle of May the weather was glorious, this outing, which lasted two days, was felt to have been the highlight of the year, the last for many of the Cubs since soon they would become Scouts. Dear Wolf Cubs, and those who have been: As this last year has probably been the final one of the Second Shawnigan Lake Wolf Cub Pack — nearly all of you have grown out of Wolf Cubs now — it seems a good time to say a few thanks . Page Thirteen

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It was also a pleasure to welcome during the year some other special preachers at the regular Services. These included the Reverend J. H. Low, rector of Quamichan and Cowichan Station; the Reverend N. D. B. Larmonth, of the Anglican Theological College, Vancouver; the Very Reverend Brian Whitlow, Dean of Christ Church Cathedral, Victoria, and the Reverend Canon A. D. Greene, Superintendent of the Columbia Coast Mission. Mention was made in last year ' s magazine of the addition of a new Altar and Reredos, and a Communion Rail given by the Headmaster in memory of his father and mother. All these were dedicated by the Archbishop at the Confirmation Service. Servers who assisted the Chaplain throughout the year were Larry Bortles, John Brighton, and Donald Mowat. ft Jhe (confirmation «3« ervice On the fourth Sunday in Lent, March 31st, the annual Confirmation Service, conducted by the Lord Archbishop of British Columbia, was held in the Chapel, which the large congregation had filled. Addressing particularly the Confirmation candidates, Archbishop Sexton in his sermon affirmed that we all should be soldiers and servants of Christ and that we owe loyalty to God and our Church. It is as if upon Confirmation we are granted a commission that through prayer, worship, and communion can destine us to a Christian way of life. We are assured of God ' s love of us. We, on the other hand, must loyally serve Him. Presented by the school Chaplain, the Rev. J. H. Maunsell, the twenty candidates were con- firmed and the beautiful service came to a conclusion after His Grace had dedicated the new Altar table and Sanctuary rail. The following boys were presented for Confirmation: Ian Appleton Alvah Howe Peter Martin Anthony Archbold Terry Lyons Martin Nuttall-Smith Anthony Best William Locke Anthony Riddle Geoffrey Foster James Macdonell Harold Robertson Philip Halse Graeme Macrae David Ross Philip Harvey John Mclntyre David Russell William Hibbard William McKechnie ti ti ti ea L aaets The year ' s Cadet activities got under way with a real bang as the Corps took part in Exercise Bloodbath at the end of September. Charged with the task of wiping out the last vestige of a band of guerillas holding out in the Crofton area, the boys covered themselves in: (a) a moderate amount of glory, (b) a reasonable amount of blood, and (c) a considerable amount of dirt. The weather was reasonable for the time of year, and the overnight scheme was considered a great success by all except those who managed to leave their rations for the 24 hours safely at School. A second highlight of the year was the one-day cruise aboard H.M.C. Ships Digby and Brockville . Cadets showed their interest in no uncertain manner, particularly in the matter of the galleys and mess-decks. The R.C.N, personnel were their usual cheerful and obliging selves, and spared no pains in showing the cadets over the ships. Two memories stand out par- ticularly about this cruise. First, although the sea was flat calm, the Executive Officer (ex-R.N. type) was the only seasick member of the expedition. Second, it was significant that, immediately following the cruise, the two ships were decommissioned and paid-off. Climax of the year was, of course, the Annual Inspection in May. Inspecting Officer, Captain (S) Laws, of Dockyard, looked fairly thoroughly into all phases of Cougar ' s training, and professed to be impressed with what he saw. Largely through his help, the Corps was able to discard all the old-style uniforms and rerig with the new. A day ' s cruise was also promised by Captain Laws. It was a source of satisfaction to all concerned that R.C.S.C.C. Cougar was rated by the Area Officer as the top Corps in the Province for the year 1957. -ft ix ft — Xr cJjau at S ea Having been invited for a cruise for a day on board H.M.C.S. Digby and Brockville , the cadets of R.C.S.C.C. Cougar and three of their officers, the Rev. J. H. Maunsell, Mr. Hyde-Lay, and Mr. Knibb, looked forward to an interesting trip. The day began when before boarding Page Twelve

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First, I know you would like me to thank Miss Clunas (Bagheira), who has been with us since the beginning — five years ago — and without whom the Pack could not have got along so happily. I know that on many occasions she has found it very difficult to make time for the help she has given us. Recently, Mrs. Craig joined us as Instructor and we have to thank her for the many new games she taught us, as well as the badge and star instruction she gave. Also for the assistance with the camp at Miracle Beach, which would have been impossible without her. I know that both these ladies will join me in thanking you all for the fun we have had in the Pack and in wishing you good hunting in your Scouting. Yours sincerely, AKELA. Jne Dramatic ocielu This past year was undoubtedly one of the most fruitful years in the realm of dramatics in the history of the School. The season was not marked by short one-act efforts designed to get the boys going ' , but by two major productions — The Mikado, by Gilbert and Sullivan, in Novem- ber, and Shakespeare ' s Julius Caesar in March. The Mikado was highlighted by Kit Malkin ' s portrayal of Koko, the Lord High Executioner. He studied the part avidly and his instinctive understanding of the humour in it produced an excellent performance. Pooh Bah was created for Larry Bartles, or vice versa — one isn ' t certain which — and one only wishes that Gilbert or Sullivan or both could have seen him. He, also, did extremely well. Peter Culter ' s natural talent plus several carefully selected pillows — selected as to size and location — made up an excellent Katisha. We were always glad to see her appear. Others to be congratulated are Murray McAlpine who played the Mikado, Donald Mowat as Nanki Poo, and John Mackenzie, Charles Russ, and John Larsen who performed as the three little maids from school. Again, as last year with H.M.S. Pinafore, we are very much indebted to Mr. Galliford for his tireless efforts in getting the singing up to a decent standard. In March, the Society took a very large bull by its very large horns and produced Julius Caesar. The performers were mostly boys in Grades 8 and 9, as it was felt that a better tradition for Shakespeare would be developed at Shawnigan if roughly the same boys took part in the Spring production each year for four years. Thirty-three boys took part and, although some naturally had a great deal more to do than others, they all worked hard and showed an unselfish interest in the success of the show. In view of the standard which so many individuals reached, it seems wrong to single out a few for mention; however, space will not permit the full listing and readers are simply urged to come to Shawnigan to witness these productions for themselves. In spite of what has been said, John Mackenzie deserves very special mention for the depth of understanding which he exhibited in his portrayal of Mark Antony. Not only was his feeling for the character mature, his diction was clear and his intonation excellent. Robert Murdoch was good as Julius Caesar, showing us Caesar ' s arrogance in some places and the dramatist ' s version of his vacillation and superstition in others. Charles Pentland gave us at first the cunning and persuasiveness and at last the nobility of Cassius. Terrence Burrows worked very hard on the most difficult part in the play — Brutus. However, the subtleties of the character were not quite within his grasp and one can only say that for a lad of his age he did extremely well. It was felt that a good start has been made, and one hopes that it will continue and flourish in the future. f- ancake Ljr The annual Pancake Greaze took place on Shrove Tuesday in the gymnasium. After the Headmaster had blown the whistle and Tom had tossed the pancake on the floor, the melee began and lasted the traditional three minutes. The team of McAlpine and Warren, from the Lower VI th, emerged victorious, but they mag- nanimously gave the award to Form II, who enjoyed thoroughly the spoils of victory. ZJke rJLib rary. Once again this year further improvements and additions were made to the Library. Two standard lamps provide now much better lighting at one end, where before it was rather dark. Indirect lighting fixtures, replacing drop-cord lights, give improved illumination throughout the room. A couch and a chair of red leather have enhanced the appearance of the Library and provided needed seating space. Two new tables and twelve chairs have made it possible for more boys to work comfortably in the room. The Library, indeed, has such an appearance of comfort that it is often crowded with boys reading or working. Page Fourteen