Peninsula Business

Unusual adventures are a specialty for Sidney tourism company

Go on an adventure — starting
in Sidney.

Unusual adventures, many
Island-based, are the forte of one-
year-old Sidney Adventures.

Operated by: Robin Gleason and
Joe Webb, the: company offers pub
tours, transportation for office and
house parties, a Butchart Gardens
and City of Victoria Christmas
Light Tour and more in their
17-passenger luxury coach.

“We try to offer something dif-
ferent than other companies,” says
Gleason.

Among the most popular of
their theme adventures is the pub
tour, which introdices people to
some of the more unusual and

enticing pubs on the Island and on
Saltspring.

Also popular is the llama hiking
adventure. Travelers are taken to
Mount Washington and hike up the
mountain with llamas, who carry
ahe party’s gourmet lunch.

“The Ilamas are just like dogs.

Theyre very. affectionate,” Glea-
son said. °° Te

They’ve also taken groups to
Seattle for football and baseball
games, to Vancouver for hockey
games — arranging special room
rates on such occasions.

They offer a Grand Victoria city
tour, a Malahat scenic tour, trips to
Chemainus and even took one
group of Japanese visitors bungee

Knowing what's best

by Jim Nivison and Naomi Hamilton
Heron Systems Management

puter operation.

needs?

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capabilities.

computer.

cost for your system.

not always black and white.

per minute?

will you run?

meet your needs.

The Review.

Today it seems that having a computer at work or at home is as
necessary as having a telephone.

During the past four decades more and more large corporations
‘and small businesses have come to rely on computers to help them
<méet-their:business: objectives and stay competitive in today’s

market. Every student graduating from a technical/trade school or
post secondary institution will know the fundamentals of com-

Today’s computers are smaller, more powerful and less expen-
sive than ever before. Ten years ago a $5,000 investment purchased
a lot less horsepower and functionality than it does today.

New companies have joined the market and component parts are
now sold separately so you can customize your own computer.

But how do you know what is best for you? Do you need to
spend a lot or a little? Will the system you purchase meet your

Before purchasing a computer for your business or home office
there are a number of things to consider:
1. Your reasons for purchasing a computer.

3. Additional requirements like printing and communications
Spend some time reviewing your reasons for wanting a

Do you simply require wordprocessing or are your needs more
complex and require accounting or graphics capabilities? Unde-
rstanding your requirements will assist you in estimating a realistic

As hardware and software becomes more sophisticated the
choice of options has increased and making the right decision is

What type of monitor do you require? EGA, VGA or CGA?
How much memory is required?

What CPU speed do you need?

How much disk space is necessary?

Do you need a modem? What baud rate?

Do you require letter or laser quality printing? How many pages

What operating system should you purchase? What applications

The choices seem endless and the prices vary dramatically.

During the coming months we hope to answer these questions
and more. Buying a computer is a big investment. It will save you
money to learn a few of the basics and customize your purchase to

If you have any specific questions you would like answered or
have any comments on this month’s column please send them in to

DIGGER

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but ““we decided the Victoria area
gave a wider range of specific
shooting locations in a small
area,’ Cheveldave said.

“There were not just creative
factors involved,” he said, explain-
ing an extensive process.

The ultimate decision was made
by the director and the production
designer, after considering how
much it would cost and whether
owners of private locations would
be cooperative, Cheveldave said.

The Peninsula is working well
not just for its beauty, but also
through the cooperation of all the
citizens, he added.

The film is being produced by

Circle Northwood in association
with Westcom Entertainment
Group Ltd., the same company
that owns the CTV affiliate —
CHEK-TV in Victoria, and West-
ern International Communica-
tions.

The film Digger marks the dir-
ectorial debut of Wancouver’s
Robert Turner, whose documentar-
ies, shorts and commercials have
eamed international acclaim, Rab-
kin said.

The producer is Robert Mac-
Lean who recent credits include
Criminal Law with Kevin Bacon
and Gary Oldman, and Bright
Angel, which starred Sam Shepard
and Dermot Mulroney.

See related story in The Review.

jumping.

“They loved it,’’ Gleason always adding new adventures.”

recalled.

“We try to offer something dif-

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ferent than other companies. We're provide transportation for com-
munity and service organizations.

For more information, contact
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Customer’s special requests are
welcome — as are requests to

ees

THANK YOU

We at Spooner’s would like to take this opportunity to
thank you for shopping with us.
For the past three months we have been doing a survey to
_ enable us to serve you better, and we appreciate your
+ participation. We would like to announce the three winners of
our draw.

June’s winner was Mrs. M. Knight of Brentwood Bay

July’s winner was Mrs. F. Fanbroers of Brentwood Bay

August’s winner was Mrs. M. Mattison from Alberta.

Congratulations to the winners!

We will be continuing with our monthly draw so pleas¢/
feel free to drop in and enter — No Purchase Necessary!

We have a great selection of fine corduroy co-ordinates in a
cotton/poly blend & suiting co-ordinates, from both WHITE
STAG and KORET. They are available in sizes 8-18 and the
colours are wine & teal in White Stag or rose & seafoam in
Koret.

Stirrup pants this year are a big, big look and popular for
all ages. We have both dressy and casual stirrups, and don’t
forget we have a great selection of long sweaters to team up with
your new stirrup pant.

COATS, (3/4 length) & Knit Coats this year are also a very important look. ¥
They come in a jacket style and are available in wonderful colors such as royal}
blue, red, majenta, jade green and more to match up with anyone’s wardrobe,
New lines available at Spooner’s are ANNE KLEIN KNITWEAR,
]. S. SOPHISTICATE DRESSES, EMME KNITWEAR, FASHION GALLERY
CO-ORDINATES AND NEW HORIZON IMPORTS. ROUIE DRESSES.
We will continue to carry a good selection of separate pants & sweatersina
good aray of colors, blouses, sleepwear and accessories to complete or add to
your wardrobe.

Merchandise is arriving almost daily, so drop in and browse or just to say
Hello. We always look forward to seeing you. 5

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Brentwood Bay Shopping Center
Corner of West Saanich & Verdier Ave. 652-5612

“FULL MEDICAL & SURGICAL SERVICES FOR DOGS, CATS & HORSES”

CENTRAL SAANICH
ANIMAL HOSPITAL

It has been a very exciting 1st year in our new hospital located in Central Saanich at the
intersection of Stelly’s X Road and Wallace Drive. The hub of our business is a large and
modern veterinary hospital. With an in house laboratory and some of the latest in surgical
and diagnostic equipment our goal is to provide the best surgical and medical care for your
pet.

Also under our roof is a pet care centre where the doctors and staff can provide you with
high quality pet foods and supplies and the information you need to make the best choices
for your dogs and cats.. There are two dog groomers on staff. They bath and clip all sizes
and breeds of dogs and cats and work closely with the doctors to help people control fleas
and treat skin and coat conditions. To round out the complete line of services we offer a
clean and safe environment for your dog or cat when you are away. Our caring staff offer
lots of attention including 2 walks daily and an individual feeding program to make your pets
feel right at home.

Last summer we instigated our affordable spay, neuter and vaccination program to
encourage people to have these very important procedures done and to keep their pets’

vaccinations up to date.

Dr. Nick Shaw and Dr. Blair Gurney are on call 24 hours a day and have extended office
hours on Tuesday and Thursday evenings for your convenience. Please call us if we can
help with any of your animal care concerns or if you would like a personal tour of our facility.

1782 STELLYS X RD. 652-4312 SAANICHTON