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

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MICHAEL BIRD The big bird has been at Shawnigan for the past three years and has contributed much to school life during his stay. In the field of Athletics, Mike played Senior Basketball for two years and was a member of the 2nd XV which toured the UK. He also dabbled in both ice and grass hockey, tennis and squash. Although many see Mike as a quiet and reserved guy, they often learn how wrong they are, as they watch his antics in the dining room or in the classroom block in Geo. 12. Mike ' s future plans are to attend UBC and to spread his talents between seven girlfriends. TOM BOYLE Tom came to Shawnigan in grade ten from Seattle, and wasted no time in getting into the full scope of school activities, such as smoking, drinking, trespassing, etc. In his senior year, Tom mended many of his ways. He was a Copeman ' s House prefect and ruled with an iron fist. When no disciplining his juniors, he could always be found with Millyard, either over at Strath, or keeping a protective eye on the woods of Shawnigan. His other hobby was photography and he produced many fine pictures during the year. On the games field Tom propped on the 1st XV for two seasons and proved to be one of the best props that the school has had in recent years. He was a member of the UK Rugby Tour and was one of the few players who held his own against his British counterparts. On the water, Tom rowed on the 2nd VIM and was a key member of the European Rowing Tour. Our American Eagle plans to go to the University of Washington and major in Marine Biology. Keep your arm in good shape Tom, and best of luck from all of us. r JOHN BRISTOWE John has been at Shawnigan for the past four years, after having spent the previous six at Glenlyon. He has managed to hold down a position on the Honours or Diligence Rolls despite carrying a heavy non-academic load. As a member of Groves House, he earned his academic house Colours and was a house prefect. John will be remembered for his work in the school musicals, especially after his fine performance as the Pirate Lieutenant in the Pirates of Penzance . He was also a member of the choir and was an editor of the Literary Magazine. In sports, John became an accomplished grass Hockey player, captaining his house and playing on the 1st XI for two years. He also played on the Fabulous 4th XV for two seasons and was a proficient squash player and sailor. John spent every weekend possible in Victoria for reasons best known to himself. Next year he plans to attend UVic and enter the field of psychology. We wish him the best of luck. PETER CLARKE Red came to Shawnigan from Edmonton four years ago. After displaying his pick-pocket skills as one of ' Fagin ' s Gang ' in Oliver , Peter went on to show his skill in sports. He was made house captain in sailing, and with the purchase of a fine FJ, became a very competent sailor. Also, he was house captain for two; and he won both his school and house Colours in this sport. Peter was also a member of the 2nd XV which toured the UK, due not doubt to his playing rugby in Edmonton over the summer break. Off the field, Peter was notorious for falling asleep in class, and for leaving in the general direction of Strathcona after class, from where he would return just as the dinner bell rang. He was also an avid photographer and was the president of the school Photo Club for three years. Peter hopes to go to either N.A.I.T., or B.C.I.T. to study Architecture and undoubtedly follow his father ' s footsteps. We will miss Peter and his tales of his exploits in the Clarke family Mini-Austin. All the best from the class of ' 75. 19

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The Class of 1975 NICK BANKS Bongo , as Nick was affectionately called, was at Shawnigan for five years. He was a house prefect in Lakes, and he captained many school teams. He was captain of the 2nd XV which toured the UK; captain of Squash and Shooting, and believe it or not, a sailor and skier of some repute. Nick ' s great personality won him many friends and he will long be remembered for his famous smile which got him out of many a tight situation. Next year, he is off to study Pre-Med at the University of Calgary. Best of luck from all of us and remember, always keep that leg shaking. 18

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, ? BROCK CRANE Involved is the best way to sum up Brock ' s five years at Shawnigan. He was a house prefect in Groves, an Assistant Editor of this yearbook, a member of the dance committee and Film Society, and a five year man in the choir. At home on or behind stage, Brock was in charge of lighting for Oliver in 1972, playing the part of the Pirate King in The Pirates of Penzance but will be remembered most for his professional portrayal of Captain Corcoran in H.M.S. Pinafore . No slouch on the games field, Brock stroked the 1st VIII in his second year on the crew, and went on the European tour of ' 73. He was a hard running three-quarter on the 2nd XV and filled in at track whenever needed; running the hurdles and throwing the javelin. He was also an avid skier, although to find him wiped out at the bottom of the hill was not unusual. Brock ' s cheerful disposition and quick wit were often the needed tonic in the heated discussion in Geo. 12. Next year he plans to go to B.C.I.T. and study Hotel Management. Hopefully some day he will get his cherished Austin-Healy, so he can stop going orgasmic everytime he sees one. DOUG CRAWFORD When Doug came to Shawnigan in grade eight he was as English as a cup of tea, as was often pointed out by his friend, the Seattle Import . Doug stalked about the school at the towering height of 4 ' 11 until one night he woke up and found his feet sticking out the end of his bed — the six foot groover was born. Doug ' s talents in the musicals were most useful as he took part in Oliver , The Pirates of Penzance and H.M.S. Pinafore . When not on stage he could be found working hard as an Assistant Editor of this yearbook. Groove was terribly athletic. In grade nine he was the cox of the 2nd VIM and he participated in the European tour of ' 73. In his senior year he won his school Colours as hooker of the 1st XV and was a member of the touring party which went to the UK. He also dabbled in squash and found himself a place on the 1st Hockey XI. Doug ' s plans for next year include going to UBC and finding himself a woman. BRIAN ELLIS Brian came to Shawnigan in grade eleven from the Okanagan. In his first year he roomed with Tom Boyle and Maury Thiessen and the three of them made sure that there was never a dull moment about the house. Brian also became known for his sudden spasmodic movements and faces. In his final year, Brian became the senior house prefect in Copemans and was a member of the choir. He also participated in H.M.S. Pinafore . On the games field Brian played fullback for the 3rd XV and was a familiar face, even if that face was usually alone, (but we will overlook that, won ' t we Brian?). He even could be seen at that other place in the wee hours of the morning. Brian hopefully will remember us at Shawnigan and we wish him all the best at UBC. MARTIN FAIRBANK Martin spent a year at St. Georges before coming to Shawnigan in grade nine on a scholarship, which he justified immediately by firmly inscribing his name on the Honours Roll. An accomplished musician, Martin has achieved his grade ten in piano as well as proficiency with the clarinet. This past year he became co-ordinator of the school Newsletter and he worked tirelessly to insure its publications. Always quick with a pun or dry comment, Martin established himself as the wit of English 12. Although undecided as to his eventual goals, Martin plans to continue his education at Hurstpierpoint College in England next year. Frightfully good! 20