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Candidates,
Dale Welty,
Dudley
Thompson
and Jim
Barringham,
PHOTO BY DONNA RITCHIE answer ques-
tions asked by
residents at
Speak to the
Candidates.
Homeowners invited to

‘Meet the Candidates’

Meet the Candidates forums provide 24, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the country club.
an opportunity for homeowners to speak Monday, May 4, is the last day it’s
directly to the three POA Board of Di- recommended a homeowner mail their
rectors candidates and hear firsthand ballot. The Annual Meeting of the Mem-
each of their responses. bers and Election of Directors will be
The Senior Work Group is hosting held Thursday, May 10, at 8 a.m. at the
Meet the Candidates tomorrow, Apr. lodge. Ballots may be dropped off be-
14, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the senior tween 8 and 9 a.m. If quorum is not met
center. The final Meet the Candidates fo- on May 10, the alternate adjourned An-
rum will be hosted by the Canyon Lake nual Meeting date will be Saturday, May
Chamber of Commerce on Tuesday, Apr. 12.

PHOTO PROVIDED BY AFV

Snakes emerge with

rising temperatures

Riverside County officials are issu- • Stick to well-used trails and avoid
ing a warning about rattlesnakes. Ris- tall grass, weeds and heavy under-
ing temperatures mean rattlesnakes brush where snakes may hide during
are beginning to emerge from their the day
burrows. Snakes of many species are • Wear sturdy boots and loose-fitting
through hunkering down, making hu- long pants.
man encounters more likely. Snake • Carry a cell phone and hike with
bites can result in serious injury, or a companion who can assist in an
death. emergency. Make sure that family
Canyon Lake is a special draw to or friends know where you are going
PHOTO BY DONNA RITCHIE abundance of small animals that are • Leash your dog when hiking. Dogs
the snakes due to the lake, foliage and and when you will be checking in.
are at increased risk of being bit-
food for snakes.
Rattlesnakes can be found in rock ten due to holding their nose to the
ground while investigating the out-
piles, wood piles, shade area and sun-
need to be vigilant, especially those about canine rattlesnake vaccines and
Residential Directories ning on roads and concrete. Residents doors. Speak to your veterinarian
with children. The key to stopping what to do if your pet is bitten.
• Don’t touch or disturb a snake, even
these encounters is snake proofing.
• Residents are advised to:
if it appears dead.
are arriving in mailboxes • Remove rock piles, wood and de- and Wildlife recommends steering
The California Department of Fish
bris.
• Not step or put hands where you clear of the venomous rattlesnake –
can’t see. and knowing what to do in the event
The 2018 Canyon Lake Residential a section to emergency preparedness • Apply wire around areas where of a strike.
Directory will start showing up in mail- geared specifically for Canyon Lake. snakes can hide under such as spas In the event of a bite:
boxes today and over the next few days. The cover of this year’s directory is a and yard ornaments. • Stay calm and seek medical care im-
In keeping with the times, the directory photo of the dam by photographer Doug • Avoid wandering in the dark. mediately.
lists not only residents’ landlines but Bailey, who has been a source of many Hikers are warned to be extra cau- • Do not apply ice or a tourniquet.
also the cell phone numbers and e-mail scenic photos submitted to The Friday tious during rattlesnake season. Rat- • Do not try to suck out the venom,
addresses of every member of the fam- Flyer and featured in Photo of the Week. tlesnakes are more likely to be found take aspirin or ibuprofen or try home
ily, if residents wish. Inclusion in the di- on hiking trails and sunning in rural remedies.
rectory is strictly voluntary. Canyon Lakers are encouraged to areas. Even baby rattlesnakes can • Remove watches, rings, etc., which
The Canyon Lake Directory has al- take a look at this year’s book and make possess dangerous venom as soon as may constrict swelling.
ways been more than a phone book – it’s changes, corrections or additions and they hatch. For additional first aid informa-
a handbook for the community, contain- submit to The Friday Flyer for next • The California Department of Fish tion, contact the California Poison
ing sections on the POA, the city, the year’s directory. Newcomers to Canyon and Wildlife advises hikers to: Control System at 800-222-1222 or
Chamber of Commerce, local amenities, Lake are also encouraged to submit their • Be alert visit calpoison.org.
clubs and schools, while also devoting information.