Lakehead Forestry Harvest (1985)

Lakehead Forestry Harvest (1985) was the 1985 volume of the forestry students' yearbook of Lakehead University, titled Harvest.

People

The volume names about 286 students and 104 staff and other adults, together with 138 names printed with initials only or without a first name. They are listed on Lakehead Forestry Harvest (1985) roster; individual portraits cropped from the scan are in Category:Lakehead yearbook portraits.

Contents

• Lakehead Forestry HARVEST '85 (scan page 1)
• HARVEST '85 Volume XII (p. 1)
• ... and to our FUTURE (p. 2)
• Foresters (p. 3)
• The Faculty (p. 5)
• From The Top ... Director's Comments (p. 6)
• The Students Of Forestry (p. 15)
• Field School (p. 16)
• Degree I (p. 18)
• Alas! One Down, Three To Go! (p. 19)
• Tech I (p. 20)
• Initiation (p. 22)
• one down . . . Breathe (p. 23)
• Shopping Cart '84 (p. 25)
• Degree II Timber Barons (p. 26)
• Tech II: Bushbusters (p. 28)
• Introducing The Bushbusters ... (p. 30)
• Forest Technology Grads 1985 (p. 31)
• Happiness And Success To All! (p. 32)
• Tech II Formal (p. 33)
• Regenerates - Deg. III (p. 34)
• Forestry Lecture Series: Trees In The City (p. 36)
• THE B.Sc.F. GRADUATES OF 1985 (p. 38)
• Lobball Series '84 (p. 43)
• Forestry Folk Night (p. 44)
• Renewable ... Only If We Renew It (p. 45)
• The Master Forestry Students (p. 46)
• U.N.B. Woodsmen Trip (p. 49)
• Spruce Budworm And Our Future Forests (p. 52)
• Woodsmen's (p. 54)
• Intramural (p. 55)
• Forestry Day (p. 58)
• C.I.F. Ring Ceremony (p. 61)
• Holland Exchange (p. 62)
• Finland Exchange (p. 63)
• Sports (p. 65)
• And Now... More Sports Teams (p. 66)
• Lufa Refuva (p. 72)
• Lakehead University Forestry Association Executive 1984-1985 (p. 73)
• Meet The Harvesters (p. 76)
• Photographers (p. 77)
• Editor's Comments (p. 78)
• The Year That Wasn'T (p. 79)

Groups and organizations

• Lakehead University Forestry Association (association)
• Forestry (program)
• City of Thunder Bay Aldermen (council)
• Larry, Curly amd Moe (group)
• Degree I (class)
• Tech I (class)
• Team Cannibis (Tech I) (team)
• Team Hashish (Degree II) (team)
• Degree II Timber Barons (class)
• Ghost Busters? (group)
• Deg. II Timber Barons (class)
• Bushbusters (class)
• C.I.F (association)
• Regenerates - Deg. III (class)
• Forestry Lecture Series Committee (committee)
• Ducks Unlimited (association)
• Michael Stoehr, Hong Zhu and Charlie Todesco (other)
• Ancelm Mugasha, Cassian Sianga and Wang Zhangming (other)
• Dave Morris and Krystoph Sas-Zmudzinski (other)
• 17th Annual Forestry Symposium (other)
• Symposium committee (committee)
• Panel (other)
• County Park Cutters (team)
• Co-ed Champs (team)
• Women's Division Winners (team)
• A.V. and the gang (group)
• Society of American Foresters (association)
• Bush Busters Broomball (team)
• Harvest '85 (club)
• Photographers (staff)
• Last Year's Grads! (class)
• PULL, PULL! Go Sue! (team)

Write-ups and events

• Our forest knows: A poetic reflection on the forest's connection to the past and future, accompanying photos of forestry students in the field.
• We are the promise of the future.: A short inspirational quote attributed to Anonymous, accompanying photos of forestry students.
• Director's Comments: The director discusses the school's recent developments, including a $250,000 grant for a new GIS centre and a $116,500 grant for microprocessors. The director also notes the school's upcoming move to a new building and various faculty sabbatical rotations.
• FIELD SCHOOL: Forestry students of all years traveled into the Northern Ontario wilderness this September for practical training. First years collected samples, second years practiced photogrammetry, third years studied forest floors, and fourth years spent their time in Thessalon.
• ALAS! ONE DOWN, THREE TO GO!: First-year forestry students reflect on surviving their initial year of grueling exams and assignments. They joke about the challenges of the course and the social aspects of student life while looking forward to the remaining three years of their degree.
• TECH I: The first year of the Forestry Technology program included challenging field school experiences, Mensuration and Dendrology courses, and fire simulator training. Students also participated in social activities such as initiation, a corn roast, and a shopping kart race organized by the student association.
• INITIATION: On September 22, first-year, transfer, and second-year forestry students participated in initiation rituals. The group traveled from the Agora to a local park for the selection of title holders before heading to the pits and a river for further activities.
• SHOPPING CART '84: On a Friday in November, two teams competed in a shopping cart race on campus. One team initially led until a crash at the library wheelchair ramp allowed the opposing team to overtake them for the win.
• Deg. II Timber Barons: The second-year degree students reflect on their future and busy schedules, noting the cancellation of their annual Christmas party. They officially adopted a class name and welcomed technical transfer students to their program.
• TECH II: BUSHBUSTERS: The graduating Tech II class, nicknamed the Bushbusters, reflects on their final year of studies and sports activities like broomball and hockey. They express relief that the academic portion is over and wish everyone luck in their future endeavors.
• Tech II Formal: Students and faculty gathered at a local hall for a formal event featuring a meal, speeches, and awards. The night concluded with dancing and drinking after recognition was given to event organizers and award winners.
• The Regenerate Blues: Third-year students navigated a difficult academic year, finding relief through social events like Folk Night and various intramural sports including hockey and soccer.
• Broadening 'Horizons': Two students are shown working outdoors in a wooded area.
• Group projects can be hazardous to your health!!: Three students are shown joking around indoors, with one pointing a toy gun at another.
• Bory boring: A student in camouflage and a hard hat is shown using a tool on a tree trunk.
• So, who cares about productivity at -40°C??: Three students are pictured standing outside in heavy winter gear and hard hats during extreme cold.
• Trees in the City: A two-day lecture series on Urban Forestry was held in November 1984, featuring speakers from various universities and government offices. The event focused on the management of urban tree populations and the importance of forestry programs in city communities.
• THE B.Sc.F. GRADUATES OF 1985: The 1985 graduating class reflects on their final year, including field school, social time at a local establishment, and completing academic requirements. They mention specific social events and ceremonies.
• LOBBALL SERIES '84: Eight teams of students competed in a baseball tournament on a foggy October day. One team won the championship, while another won the consolation game.
• FORESTRY FOLK NIGHT: The third annual musical event took place on March 2, featuring eleven musical acts from the school. The event attracted 150 audience members and raised $180 for a research foundation through door sales and refreshments.
• The Master Forestry Students: The forestry graduate program at Lakehead University involves two years of study, including three courses and a research thesis, leading to a Master of Science Degree. In 1984, the program hosted 24 students from Canada and international locations like Argentina, Tanzania, Poland, and China who participated in social and athletic activities together.
• U.N.B. WOODSMEN TRIP: Thirteen Lakehead students drove 36 hours to compete in the Annual International Woodsmen Competition at the University of New Brunswick. The men's team placed 6th out of 28 teams, while the two-man chopping duo won first place and a trophy.
• Spruce Budworm and Our Future Forests: The annual symposium featured lectures and a panel discussion regarding the spruce budworm and the use of chemical versus biological controls. The event concluded with a dinner and dance at a local hall, featuring entertainment and a presentation by a professor.
• WOODSMEN'S: On a Saturday in January, seventeen teams participated in an annual intramural woodsmen's competition involving wood-related physical challenges. One specific team won the overall championship, though the trophy was accidentally broken by one student shortly after the presentation.
• Intramural Competition: The intramural wood-cutting and outdoor skills competition featured co-ed and women's divisions, with a high level of spirit from participants. An alumni team traveled from another town to take second place, finishing just behind the overall winners.
• A FORESTER NEEDS;: A humorous list of qualities required by a forester, ranging from the dignity of an archbishop to the skin of a hippopotamus.
• IT'S UP TO YOU: A poem about the value of forests for resources and environmental health, emphasizing that certain professionals are the rightful stewards of the land.
• THE TECHNICIAN: A short, hyperbolic piece describing a technician as a god-like figure with superhuman strength and abilities.
• Forestry Day: On a date in March, the university hosted its 5th Annual Woodsmen Competition featuring six teams from three different schools. Following the outdoor events, students attended a social event at the university pub for an evening of dancing.
• C.I.F. Ring Ceremony: The annual forestry ring ceremony took place at a local inn, featuring a head table of representatives and a guest speaker. The event included a look at the future, a leadership award presentation, and humorous entertainment.
• Holland Exchange: Students traveled to Holland to observe European forestry practices and visit local pubs. The trip included seeing windmills and experiencing the culture of Scandinavia.
• Finland Exchange: One student reflects on a summer exchange trip to Finland, where they worked in a tree nursery and observed the Finnish forest system. The author expresses gratitude for the experience and the hospitality of the Finnish people.
• Sports Section Divider: A hand-drawn illustration serves as a divider for the sports section, featuring a bearded man in a toque wielding two axes, surrounded by various sports equipment like a soccer ball, baseball bat, and curling stone.
• Bush Busters Broomball: The broomball team began their season with great success but faced difficulties as the year concluded. The team's performance was highlighted by the play of three specific members.
• Ronnie Shoots, he...: A series of action shots capturing students participating in waterpolo matches in an indoor pool.
• LUFA REFUVA: The Lakehead University Forestry Association reviews a busy 1984-85 year including social events like initiation rites, a hayride with nurses, and a LUAU. Sporting highlights featured Woodsmen teams competing in New Brunswick and hosting a Forestry Day Meet, while academic activities included a lecture series on urban forestry and a symposium on the Spruce Budworm.
• Editor's Comments: The editor introduces the 12th edition of the yearbook, highlighting the collaborative effort of students across all levels. The writer discusses the challenges of yearbook production, the theme of 'moving into the future' for graduates, and concludes with a motivational quote by a famous poet and auto maker on enthusiasm.
• THE YEAR THAT WASN'T: This page commemorates the previous academic year's events and people because the yearbook was cancelled that year due to unforeseen circumstances.

Advertisers

The volume carries 46 advertisements from 46 businesses: Lakehead University, Wajax Industries Limited, Ben Meadows Company, The Corporation Of The City Of Thunder Bay, Domtar Forest Products, Koehring Canada, kbm FORESTRY CONSULTANTS INC, TacoTime, Top Buckle Ski Shop, Noro Saw & Marine Ltd, Roach's Red & White Cabs, Sportop Marketing Inc, Superior Trailers, Murray Bros. Lumber Company Limited, Kimberly- Clark Of Canada Limited, Spruce Falls Power & Paper Company Limited, Friday's Lounge, The Crest Hotel, MacMillan Bloedel Limited, Beaver Foods, Ramada Inn - Prince Arthur, Great Lakes Forest Products Limited, Society of American Foresters, Sanburg Forestry Consultants Inc, Dubreuil Brothers Limited, Ontario Professional Foresters Association, Borealis Forestry Consultants, Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce, Bay Street Bazaar, Black Clawson-Kennedy Limited, Collins Safety Shoes Limited, Farrant & Gordon Limited, Great West Timber Limited, Hill's Greenhouses Limited, Hoito Restaurant, Lingman-Laprade Travel Shop Limited, Lakehead University Bookstore, Newaygo Forest Products Limited, Ontario Forestry Association, Pine View Nurseries, Powell Equipment (1978) Limited, Valhalla Inn, Wanson Lumber Company Limited, Ministry of Natural Resources, Millage Market, Procter & Gamble Cellulose Ltd.

Transcription notes

Transcribed from page images of the Internet Archive scan. Descriptions of write-ups are summaries in the wiki's own words. Names printed with initials only cannot be matched to people and are recorded on the roster as printed.