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Join us for a training session full of tips and tricks to help keep you safe online. We’ll explore what to avoid and what to do to protect yourself.

We’ll show you where to find District resources on Cyber Insurance that covers both Canadian and American clubs.

This session is open to ALL Rotary members in the district and at any skill level.

ZOOM: https://zoom.us/j/2508520611 

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Get ready for another epic night of baseball, camaraderie, and Rotary spirit as the Wenatchee Applesox take on the Kamloops Northpaws on Tuesday, July 8 at 6:35 PM at Paul Thomas Jr. Stadium!

Mark your calendars and bring your Rotary pride!

Last year, we saw District Governor Elect Tom Tochterman catch the first pitch from then-District Governor Marjolein Lloyd. This time, we're hoping to bring District Governor-Elect Tracy McCall and DG Tom into the action—who knows what surprises are in store?

Don't miss out on a fantastic evening of fun, fellowship, and baseball! See you at the ballpark! 

Ever drive through town and see a Rotary sign that looks like it time-traveled from the past? Some of them feature our meetings, some kindly remind speed demons to slow down, and others… well, let’s just say they proudly showcase the vintage Rotary logo—retired over a decade ago.

If your club's sign still sports that antique gold-and-blue wheel, it might be time for an upgrade. But don’t worry, replacing it doesn’t mean calling in an archeologist! Just make sure your new sign is Rotary-compliant by ordering from an official vendor—because even road signs deserve to keep up with the times.

Check out the list of licensed vendors here, and you can get a "Sign of the Times" that is attractive and up to date when you are replacing your current sign!  Yes, the logo can be gold on blue background, but gold and blue cannot be embedded within the logo.

Do you need to change or remove the sign just because it is out of date? No, but when it's time for a new one, make sure to buy from a licensed vendor.

Join us in celebrating DG Tom Tochterman’s year and welcoming in DG Tracy McCall.

This event is open to anyone in the district! Bring friends and family along.

June 13 @ 6pm Sandman Signature Hotel in Kamloops

REGISTER NOW for this event.

• $50 CDN per person
• Attire: Cocktail party formal
• 6pm-9m
• Appetizers and cash bar
• This is a stand-up event with some seating
• Includes complimentary glass of sparkling wine

The Sandman Signature is located in downtown Kamloops beside the beautiful Riverside Park.
Amenities include pool, underground parking, ice cream shop, Moxies Restaurant, Shark Club
A block of rooms is available at the event hotel. Book here: https://www.sandmanhotels.com/signature-kamloops
There are other options in the downtown area that are a short walk or ride away.
 

Come and stay awhile!

The Rivers Trail, a 40 km network of pedestrian- and bicycle-friendly trails, can be accessed across the street from the hotel in the park.

The hotel is walking distance from numerous boutiques, restaurants and pubs.

Deals for Foodies

https://kamloopswestrotary.club/buy-restaurant-cards-online.php

Deals for Golfers

https://kamloopswestrotary.club/buy-golf-cards-online.php

If you are interested in the deals for foodies and golfers but do not want the cards dropped in the mail, we can make arrangements to have yours ready when you arrive at the hotel.









 

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Over 300 snowmachine riders turn out for annual event raising over $25,000

RONALD: There was no big dump of fresh snow as expected, but that didn’t deter the hundreds of registrants who traveled far and wide to The Last Resort on Saturday for the Rotary Club of Upper Kittitas County’s annual Snowmobile FUNd Run.

Riders converged from all over the state, and some just rode up the road to participate in the fundraising event, which has been one of the club’s primary fundraisers since 2012.  Over $25,000 was raised from the registration fees and raffle ticket sales to support Rotary’s initiatives that enrich the lives of kids in our community, including last year, over $120,000 in scholarships for local graduating seniors.

While the snow in the parking lot boasted an icy crust, riders were thrilled with the groomed trail and deep snow up on the FUNd route; the path through the woods included five checkpoints to get their cards punched, collect bling from sponsors, partake in a few refreshments, snap some pics, and visit with other riders.

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Our district is fortunate to have many talented, generous, and truly inspiring members in our clubs. We offer two annual awards for which any member can nominate a fellow Rotarian:

1. Ed Cadman "You Are the Key" Award

This award is given to a Rotarian who has been instrumental in furthering Rotary’s mission of service. The recipient’s contributions may be part of a club or district project, a community initiative, or an independent effort that reflects Rotary’s core values. The nominating Rotarian must clearly describe how the nominee has played a crucial role in the project or service. Last year's winner was Kris Cameron, Wenatchee Confluence Rotary.

2. Harold R. Henderson Award

This award honors a Rotarian whose service within District 5060 has been significant and sustained over an extended period. The nominee must have demonstrated leadership and commitment in at least three of the following areas over the past five years:

• Serving on a district committee or subcommittee for at least five years.
• Providing significant leadership at district or multi-district training events (e.g., district assemblies, PETS).
• Presenting Rotary programs at district or regional events (e.g., conferences, training seminars).
• Leading or significantly contributing to district projects and activities.
• Participating in special initiatives that support programs within the district.
• Providing a high level of leadership at the club level for at least five years.

If you or your club would like to nominate a fellow Rotarian for either of these awards, please contact Governor Tom Tochterman at TomT.dg2425@gmail.com, before April 15, 2025, and he will forward the nomination to the committee.

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Today, over 70 million people are displaced as a result of conflict, violence, persecution, and human rights violations. Half of them are children.

We refuse to accept conflict as a way of life. Rotary projects provide training that fosters understanding and provides communities with the skills to resolve conflicts.

Rotary creates environments of peace
As a humanitarian organization, peace is a cornerstone of our mission. We believe when people work to create peace in their communities, that change can have a global effect.

By carrying out service projects and supporting peace fellowships and scholarships, our members take action to address the underlying causes of conflict, including poverty, discrimination, ethnic tension, lack of access to education, and unequal distribution of resources.

Our commitment to peacebuilding today answers new challenges: how we can make the greatest possible impact and how we can achieve our vision of lasting change. We are approaching the concept of peace with greater cohesion and inclusivity, broadening the scope of what we mean by peacebuilding, and finding more ways for people to get involved.
Rotary creates environments where peace can happen.

Learn how Rotary is responding to the war in Ukraine

Rotary’s Four Roles in Promoting Peace 
Rotary and its members are:

• Practitioners: Our work fighting disease, providing clean water and sanitation, improving the health of mothers and children, supporting education, and growing local economies directly builds the optimal conditions for peaceful societies.
• Educators: Our Rotary Peace Centers have trained more than 1,800 peace fellows to become effective catalysts for peace through careers in government, education, and international organizations. 
• Mediators: Our members have negotiated humanitarian ceasefires in areas of conflict to allow polio vaccinators to reach children who are at risk. 
• Advocates: Our members have an integral role as respected, impartial participants during peace processes and in post-conflict reconstruction. We focus on creating communities and convening groups that are connected, inclusive, and resilient.

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The District Training Team is hosting a Rotary Learning Institute (RLI) near you.  Registration is limited so be sure to sign up soon!

Who should attend?

If you are new to Rotary and would like an overview of what Rotary is and how you can be involved, this is a wonderful opportunity.

If you are an experienced Rotarian who feels like you’d like to get re-engaged and excited about Rotary, this is a great chance to do that.

If you are considering getting more involved with your club or partnering with other clubs, come and join us at RLI.

What’s in it for me?

You will meet members from other nearby clubs, learn about The Foundation, membership, our District and how you can get involved beyond your own club and around the world.  Sessions are led by experienced facilitators and you will enjoy various activities in a smaller group setting.  Lunch and light snacks included.

How much?

Only $50 per person (please reach out to your club leadership, as there may be a chance that the club will cover your cost)