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Kevin Gelding stood patiently at the front of a packed meeting room at the Pine Bungalows clutching a Sharpie and a copy of Ben Gadd’s ubiquitous Handbook of the Canadian Rockies.

Dear editor, This past week, I attended a mountain pine beetle (MPB) seminar in Jasper. The place was filled with scientists and forest health practitioners from across Canada, and especially from Western Canada.

Eight-year-old Austin couldn’t find the words right away, but sitting in the outdoor classroom at Centennial Field, they eventually came to him.

A new four-month-old daughter, a husband who plays guitar and a dad who can drive the bus. Crystal Shawanda is coming to Jasper, and she’s not alone. “We’re bringing my little roadie,” the Nashville-based country artist said earlier this week.

Students from Jasper Elementary School (JES) weren’t afraid to get a little dirty to learn about the benefits of locally grown food, May 18.

Prepare for a classical concert so authentic it’ll rip your guts out and make sweet, sweet music with them.

What do you get when you mix southern blues and early jazz with a hint of Django Rinehardt and the influence of eastern European swing jazz? Gypsy blues, of course.

About 120 people participated in the fourth annual J9 Sparkle Run, May 13. P. Clarke photo.

A total of 95 runners registered for the 33th annual Spring Run Off, May 14. C. Gilbert photo. All hail the winners of the 33rd annual Totem Ski Shop Spring Run Off.

Marmot wrapped up the season on May 7 with retro day. P. Clarke photos. Marmot Basin wrapped up the season in style, May 7.