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

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ALEX HARRISON Alex came to Shawnigan partway through Grade 8 and is one of the ten students of the graduating class to have been here for five years. Being a sports enthusiast in all the years he was here, he could be found on the rugby field in the winter, on the water rowing in the spring and up on the track in the summer. Rowing for two years on the First VIII, playing for the First XV for his final year and an evershining star of the track team rightfully earned him his School Colours in all three sports. If he was not doing sports or working on his Spanish in his room, he could be found sailing, typing or maybe over at Strath. We hope Spic has enjoyed laughing his way through five years here at the school and the graduating class of ' 77 wishes him the best of luck for the future. MICHAEL HILL This is Bill ' s fourth and final year at Shawnigan and the end of a very profitable and creditable year. Right from the start of his Grade 9 year, Mike ' s massive size was put to good use in sports. After rowing for two seasons on the Varsity VIII, and participating in two European tours, he earned his School Colours in this sport. Mike also proved himself to be one of the best school-boy props in B.C., and earned his colours for rugby. On the track, Mike ' s size again was used well as he performed successfully in the shot and hammer events. Mike proved himself to be studious and reliable, and gained the position of Head of Lake ' s House through these qualities and his leadership. Bill was not only a great mover in sports, but also was a great mover with the girls. He usually could be relied upon to have a new girl-friend more often than one sees a newspaper but, as of late, seems to have settled down to a girl that has the same last name as the Head-Boy. Whatever situation Hillbilly found himself in, he soon charmed or whined his way out of it with some degree of sincerity. The Grad class wishes him the best of luck next year at McGill. JOHN HOUSE John blended in well to the Shawnigan environment during his first, and unfortunately, his only year at the school. John proved himself to be a natural on the Rugby field. Playing on the 1st XV, John was a powerful and competent second row forward. Besides Rugby, Basketball also seemed to be his middle name, yet even whilst playing as a strong asset to the senior basketball team, John still had time to chase girls. Strong in character, he made friends with everyone and earned himself the title of House Prefect in Groves ' House. Competing in house competitions he earned his house colours in cross-country. In his activities he turned out to be an excellent marksman in the Rifle Club and a superb chef in the Gourmet Club. John plans to expand his knowledge at Langara College next year and we all wish him the best of luck. 28

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MARTIN GAYLIE Although only at Shawnigan for a single year, Marty had few difficulties adjusting to his new surroundings; in fact, this year, he was known as one of the more rowdy Grade Twelves of Copeman ' s House. A versatile athlete, he played fly-half on the Third XV, doing well in a sport new to him, and appeared on the Senior Basketball Team (although he was not well known for his towering height). Marty also surprised everyone when he was placed in the top ten of the Inter-House Cross-Country and won his House Colours. Nobody was surprised however, when he was awarded his School Colours for Badminton after playing on the very successful team this year. This was a sport in which he was quite proficient, having won many tournaments back home in the northern wastes of Dawson Creek. When not involved in sports or academics, Marty kept himself occupied with his activities: sailing and outdoors. He also managed to avoid mixing social and school activities. Marty ' s favourite pastimes were listening to one of his 75 records on his fabled stereo or spinning yarns of his beloved hometown of Dawson and Storm . We hope that Marty has as much success in the years to come as the short one which he enjoyed at Shawnigan. ROSSGILMOUR Ross Arthur Gilmour, or Rag, arrived in his grade ten year to install himself in Lonsdale ' s House. He spent his first year observing the School ' s academics so that the following year he might excel in this area. Much to everyone ' s surprise he did just that, spending the better part of two years on Diligence; missing Honours by just a few points was the story of his life. Parallelled with his academic acceleration was his interest in athletics. He climaxed his final year as a key player on the very successful 2nd XV, in which sport he won his House Colours, and as an ardent rower on the Varsity VIM which will tour Europe in the Summer. At this time it became obvious that Ross was a physical fitness buff who was more than willing to apply his talents to his once rowdy juniors. Apart from all this, Ross assumed a position of responsibility as Head of Lonsdale ' s House and as an active School Prefect. After three years at S.L.S., Ross has turned his attention to the other side of Canada. At Queen ' s University where his interest lie in drafting , Ross hopes to major in Engineering and become an architect. He also wishes to dabble in monosyllabic Chinese. We are sure that Ross will achieve these goals and will soon be erecting magnificent edifices in Merritt. MARTIN GOODGER Martin Goodger, the man with the golden brush, lived up to his James Bond reputation. Mr. Studly at Strath often went on nightly expeditions, when he wasn ' t worn out from all he did in school. Martin became a valuable member of the 1st XV once he got his hands together and used his size to his advantage. As well as to Rugby, Martin contributed greatly to X-Country, Badminton in which with his devastating drop shot he managed to win School Colours, Tennis with that smashing serve which should bring him success on tour for the Tennis team, and Track and Field in which Martin could have been a great asset had he had more time for the School and not Strath. Being a member of the Ten-Ten Club, Martin shows great aspects for the future. Martin was also a fine Marksman in the rifle range which many people shall one day respect him for. But generally Martin was a Racquets ' and Lady ' s Man! Being a house prefect for Copeman ' s, Martin led the house on very well by his high spirit. Goody will long be remembered for exclaiming Ah-huh-huh when anything humorous appeared, and we wish him luck in the future. 27

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ADAM HULBERT From the day his father dropped him off in the fall of 1973, Adam began to leave his mark and laughter at the school. From living in the junior dorm of Groves ' at first, he has moved from floor to floor until he found himself helping out in keeping the grommets under control. Adam was never really academically inclined, but made up for this on the playing fields. He played break on the first XV for two seasons, and received his School Colours in his final year. Adam also participated in the European Tour of 1975, rowing on the JV VIM. He has rowed on the Varsity VIII for two years now, and after receiving his Colours in that sport, looks forward to Henley 1977. Adam could always be counted upon to represent Groves ' House in the various competitions, or to be an enthusiastic supporter. Outdoors and sailing also caught his fancy. These were his reasons for his numerous excursions into the wilderness far and near. Even with all these fun and games, Adam also found time for such activities as Choir, and participating in the productions of The Pirates of Penzance , and Oliver . He was also a big help on the Dance Committee, and helped in the Grad preparations. Throughout Adam ' s four years at Shawnigan, he has made many friends who now wish him luck in the future, as Hulbous heads off singing of pea-soup. CHRISTOPHER HYDE-LAY Christopher Hyde-Lay, alias Kiffy, is a five year veteran of Shawnigan Lake School. He has belonged to Lake ' s House (some say it belonged to him) and he has always held a trying position there. Kiff has also held a beneficial position on the 1st XV during his final year as a scrum half. He plays soccer to a very good standard and also does well on the 1st XI grass hockey team. Academics have been an interesting task for Kiffy, but he handles them well. When not spending time with school work, he takes his usual afternoon walk through the woods. Kiffy is always making someone smile with his charismatic personality. It is one which is difficult to forget. Kiffy has hopes of racing cars after he graduates from his famous white Datsun and will be going on to something of a greater challenge ... a car that works! With all seriousness, Kiffy has had a very successful five years and has had fun doing it. We wish him the best of luck in the future. MARK JOBSON It can be said that Monsieur, although not terribly athletic, always tried. His major contribution at Shawnigan was in the arts. Mark, being a musically minded person, faithfully served in the chapel choir from his first year onward and also sang tenor in the mixed choir. In this theme Mark has entered the Cowichan Music Festival four times in as many years. His other love was drama. Playing in many of the productions at Shawnigan, including the musicals, Mark was a familiar sight on stage and there is no doubt that drama will suffer from his loss. In academics Mark always managed a respectable average and was particularly noted for his enthusiasm in French. Next year Mark plans to return to San Francisco and attend college there. We at Shawnigan wish him the best of luck. 29