Tools for the Vernon She Shed Society

Recently, Kamloops District Men’s Shed was fortunate to receive a donation of tools, especially hand tools, from the Thompson Rivers University School of Trades and Technology. Shed members quickly got to work to sort and organize them, yet despite our ambitions we found ourselves with an over-abundance. However, due to the networking efforts of our shed members and the sense of mutual support between BC sheds, there was soon an opportunity to pay it forward by re-donating some of the tools to the Vernon She-Shed. Vice-President of the Vernon She-Shed, Deb Chursinoff, accepted the tools on behalf of her shed from KDMS board members.

New Shed Location is Up and Running

Kamloops District Men’s Shed has completed its relocation to the Kamloops Seniors Community Centre and the group held the first meeting at the new location on August 22nd. Members worked to move equipment and supplies into the new space and have already put the tools to good use on projects.

The bright, clean space has a lot of potential and a promising future. If community-minded projects and camaraderie appeal to you, membership information is available on the Contact Us page.

The Kamloops District Men’s Shed is Re-Locating

For long term sustainability of KDMS, the shed will be re-locating to within the new Kamloops Seniors Community Centre. Members have been busy preparing the space and planning the move which will occur in early August.

This weekend the men put a fresh coat of paint on the floors. With new paint on the walls and floor the shop is a blank canvas, ready for setup of the tools, workstations, and of course coffee break area.

An antique mirror dating from 1860 was brought to KDMS by member Hubert Plante. The mirror’s ornate frame required significant repair work after decades of storage.

Director Les Eliason took on the restoration. The most complex aspect of the repair involved manufacturing new moldings to precisely match the original design.

KDMS members assisted the 2nd Kamara Rangers (Guides) with their year-end camp activity by preparing four bat nursery kits. Members went the extra-mile, preparing assembly videos to ensure a successful project for the Guides.

The Guides assembled the nurseries, conducted a bat count, and used a bat detector to identify the different species in the area.

KDMS has joined efforts with People In Motion in order to construct multiple accessibility ramps in downtown Kamloops. This project aligns the shed’s goals of community improvement and support to other community-based organizations with the chance for hands-on work and collaboration amongst members.

If you operate a business in the downtown area which could be made more accessible through the use of an entrance ramp, consider contacting KDMS or People In Motion to make your interest known. Ramps are provided at no cost until the building materials are used up.