Chemainus Mural Tour
This past Monday I returned to Riverton from Silver Falls to start to prepare my property for winter, and I noticed there had been some mural-painting going on in Riverton. The paintings were depictions of Riverton's historical association with Lake Winnipeg, fishing, and farming. I believe the artists did a fine job!

The exterior wall of D and T Shop-Easy.


Fine specimen.


The Vikings arrive, depicted on the wall of local business "The Other Place".


Manitoba Moose!


Nature at it's finest.


"Velkomin"! (Welcome in Icelandic)


World-famous boat manufacturers Zag Fab Boats have their manufacturing plant located in Riverton. The exterior wall depicts the company's long-time association with Lake Winnipeg.


Sigvaldason's Insurance Building has a beautiful mural detailing early pioneers.


A bystander awaits the "BETTYLEW".


Fishermen lift their nets to retrieve their catch.


Early farmers "cleared" and "broke" the land with their "backs".........


Until recently, the railway played a significant role in the area.....

So, you see, there is a lot of "history" now preserved on Riverton's walls, and the paintings were well-done. Following is a photo of the artists' info, which is incorporated into one of the murals.

"Looking Back"

Oh yes, one other thing. Local business owner Don Bilinski had some friends by for a visit. I think maybe you should meet Don and his buddies.

Don Bilinski up to bat, with soccer-star daughter Desarae, holding the ball after her championship-winning goal!


Michael Jordan stopped by for a "dunk"!


You know these two. All-time hockey record-setter Wayne Gretzky, and local son and Philadelphia Flyers "Broad Street Bully" alumni Reggie Leach!

Till next time,
"Cheemo"!
(PS -This is what Riverton looked like this morning at 7 AM, Oct. 6/05!)

Snow-laden bush!


Icelandic River!


Down-river!


The early arrival of snow!


No biking to school this AM!


This fisherman who owns this boat wisely stayed off of Lake Winnipeg!

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