Giv'er Miramichi, Author at Giver on the River

Rivers Open to Morning Fishing Only Starting August 5th.

By Giv'er Miramichi / August 3, 2012 / Comments Off

DFO has issued a variation order closing rivers to angling with artificial fly daily beginning at 10:00 hrs each day until 05:00 hrs the following day. Thus, anglers are allowed morning fishing only, from 5:00 am until 10:00 am. This Order shall come i…

Wayne Gretzky Coming to Moncton

By Giv'er Miramichi / August 2, 2012 / Comments Off

The Great One, Wayne Gretzky will be the star of an event in the hub city this September. Enterprise Greater Moncton is partnering with TD Canada Trust to give Gretzky fans an up close and personal opportunity with the hockey legend. The special luncheon, being held at Casino New Brunswick on September 11 at noon, [Read More…]

MYPIE vs MOLD Lawn Tractor Challenge

By Giv'er Miramichi / August 2, 2012 / Comments Off

A new event at the 21st Annual Napan Agricultural Show will feature the “MYPIE vs MOLD Lawn Tractor Challenge”, happening Thursday August 9th at 7PM. This event will match the lawn tractor driving skills of the Miramichi Young Professionals and Involved Entrepreneurs with the skills of the “Not so Young” business professionals of the Miramichi Old Lads Department.

The idea behind this event grew as a result of the annual MYPIE Gala which took place this past April. During the Gala, Downtowns Miramichi General Manager, Wade Hallihan introduced the idea of MOLD upon learning that he was “too old” to become a member of MYPIE. Napan Agricultural Show Director and Announcer, John O’Shea was in attendance at the Gala and later approached MYPIE Gala organizer, Shannon Daley about having some their member’s trade in their suits and gowns for some good, country fun. O’Shea wanted to have an event that would not only expose the Napan Agricultural Show to organizations that may not be familiar with the show, but offer younger business people and professionals, a new venue to promote their organizations such as the spectators of the Napan Agricultural Show. From there, the MYPIE vs. MOLD Lawn Tractor Challenge was created.

MYPIE Team Members include:

MOLD Team Members include:

Paul Bowes – North Shore Sports
Paddy Quinn – 99.3 The River
Chopper Robinson – Miramichi Online
Darryl McKinnon – West Side Fitness
Bob MacCullum – Popular Miramichi Entertainer
Wade Hallihan – GM- DowntownS Miramichi/Founder of MOLD

For more information, visit the Napan Agricultural Show website at napan.ca/show or visit their facebook page at facebook.com/napanagriculturalshow.

Also visit the websites of MYPIE and DowntownS Miramichi

Miramichi Fishing Report for Thursday, August 2, 2012

By Giv'er Miramichi / August 2, 2012 / Comments Off

Very warm weather and low and warm water conditions continue to plague angling on the Miramichi River system. Wednesday’s rain was no more than a sprinkle at best, so we are still in the “hoping” mode. Pool closures (see below) continue to be in effect while we all wait for a good day’s rain to […]

First Annual Blackville Days Celebrations

By Giv'er Miramichi / August 1, 2012 / Comments Off

This year on August 5, the village of Blackville will be hosting the first annual Blackville Days celebrations. The ingoing municipal council, as well as the newly formed Blackville Days committee feels it is necessary to celebrate our humble community…

15th Anniversary of the Miramichi Festival of Tall Ships

By Giv'er Miramichi / July 31, 2012 / Comments Off

UPDATE August 13th: The tall ship Peacemaker has extended its stay until Monday August 20th 2012. Tours will be Tuesday, August 14 – Friday, August 17 from 1 to 6 pm. Saturday, August 18 (Dragon Boat Festival) and Sunday, August 19 from 10 am to 6 pm. Tentative leaving port on Monday Aug 20th, weather permitting. The tall ship [Read More…]

Correction made to DFO Pool Closures

By Giv'er Miramichi / July 31, 2012 / Comments Off

DFO has issued another variation order that includes a correction and a clarification to the previous closures. The initial variation order included: Waters of the Southwest Miramichi River surrounding the pump house locate…

Sobeys Douglastown Nutrition Events for August

By Giv'er Miramichi / July 30, 2012 /

Here is the schedule of nutrition events happening at Sobeys Douglastown this August. The Healthy Cooking menu this month is: Roasted Tomato Gazpacho Summer Nicoise Salad with French Vinaigrette Balsamic Glazed Strawberries To register, visit our courtesy desk or call Dietitian Margaret Young at 1-866-546-9239 (voice mail) or (506)778-2404 (store). Controlling Cholesterol (Free) Discover which foods…

Miramichi Fishing Report for Thursday, July 26, 2012

By Giv'er Miramichi / July 26, 2012 / Comments Off

Unfortunately, most of the news this week is not the kind anglers like to hear. Low water, warm water and closures are the main topics. Due to lack of rain and warm water temperatures, DFO has had to close a number of cold-water pools to help protect the salmon and grilse. A list of closures […]

Village of Blackville to Honour Volunteers

By Giv'er Miramichi / July 25, 2012 / Comments Off

The mayor and council of the Village of Blackville are recognizing some of our community’s unsung heroes, through the awarding of our own “Blackville Community Merit Awards”. This is an honor award to members of our community that vol…

Call for Summer Submissions

By Giv'er Miramichi / July 23, 2012 / Comments Off

Steaks on the BBQ … splashing in the pool … bonfires on the beach … hiking, biking, boating, camping, concerts, festivals, patio parties with family and friends … ice cream cones … Is there anything better than a New Brunswick summer? We think not! Summer is in full swing in New Brunswick and Bread ‘n [Read More…]

Admiral’s 2012 Video Contest – $1000 CASH PRIZE

By Giv'er Miramichi / July 23, 2012 / Comments Off

Admiral Insurance, a proud supporter of the Atlantic Film Festival is pleased to announce Admiral’s 2012 Video Contest. Video Submission Deadline: Friday October 19th, 2012 The contest is open to aspiring filmmakers and videographers from Atlantic Canada and filmmakers of all levels are welcome to submit a short three to five minute video to the [Read More…]

Salmon a scarce sight this summer

By Giv'er Miramichi / July 23, 2012 / Comments Off

By SHAWN BERRY Daily Gleaner Legislature Bureau 23 Jul 2012 10:04AM The banner year that many fishermen enjoyed in New Brunswick’s salmon pools last year isn’t being repeated. Fishermen who have taken to the waters of the Miramichi River this summe…