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Experience the "Land of Living Skies" throughout Bengough and the Big Muddy! Bengough & R.M. #40 COMMUNITY PROFILE "Gateway To The Big Muddy" www.bengough.com www.rm40.com "Gateway to the Big Muddy" Castle Butte (Is located 22 km south on Hwy 34) Elevation - 200 feet Circumference - 1/4 mile Composition - sandstone, clay, alkali & coal deposits History - A relic from the Ice Age, this free-standing structure was used as a landmark by the Native people, North West Mounted Police & settlers. Scenes From The Big Muddy Valley 17.3 Local Trucking We have a number of local truckers who haul both cattle, grain, etc. • Borderland Trucking - livestock and hay hauling Telephone: (306) 268-4516 Cell: (306) 459-7667 • Tuffy's Transport - cattle and grain hauling Telephone: (306) 268-4375 Cell: (306) 268-7701 • Staple Trucking - livestock & grain hauling Telephone: (306) 268-2634 • Kent Shaver - round bale hauling Telephone: (306) 268-4362 17.4 A J TIRE A J Tire has been in operation since 1980. Jerry does on the farm service, sells/repairs passenger, truck & implement tires, and sells an assortment of batteries for all vehicle use. Telephone: (306) 268-2682 Email: [email protected] 17.5 B & D Vacuum Service B & D Vacuum Service provides on the farm septic tank clean out service. Telephone: (306) 268-2920 Email: [email protected] 17.6 Hillcrest Enterprises Feedlot (located south west of Bengough) Contact: Owen Cairns Telephone: (306) 267-6110 18.0 ANNUAL EVENTS Bengough has a number of Annual Sport, Recreation and Culture Events that are open to everyone: • Ladies Annual Bonspiel 2nd weekend of February • Open Annual Bonspiel 3rd weekend of February • School Dessert Theatre 1st week of April • Annual Dance Competition 3rd weekend of April • Minor Ball Tournament Last Sunday of May • Slo-Pitch Tournament & Rain Dance 1st Saturday of June • Horseshow & Homecraft Fair June (date TBD) • Open Golf Tournament Last Sunday of June • School Graduation End of June • Gateway Festival 4th weekend of July • Elks Turkey Shoot 1st Saturday of November • Skating Rink Annual Fundraiser 3rd Saturday of November • Annual Charity Dinner 1st Saturday of December For further information on any of the above events contact the Recreation Office @ (306) 268-2909 or email to [email protected]. Bengough Welcomes You..... 20 BENGOUGH "Gateway to the Big Muddy" Table of Contents: Section Page 1.0 Introduction 3 2.0 Location 3 3.0 Maps 4 4.0 Bengough Businesses 5 5.0 Professional Services 6-7 5.1 5.2 5.3 5.4 5.5 5.6 5.7 5.8 5.9 5.10 5.11 Bengough Jumpin' Beans Play Centre Snelling Agencies Resident Doctor Marriage Commissioner Public Health Nurse Lawyer Accountant Pharmacist Financial Planning Commissioner of Oaths Notary Public 6.0 Government 6.1 6.2 6.3 7-9 Local Government & Resources Provincial Government Federal Government 7.0 Accommodations 7.1 7.2 7.3 7.4 10 Hotel Bed & Breakfasts Campgrounds Restaurants 8.0 Town Services 8.1 8.2 8.3 8.4 8.5 8.6 8.7 8.8 8.9 11 - 12 Internet/Cellular Service Recycling Centres Land Fill/Garbage Collection Personal & Property Protection Paved Streets Weekly/Daily Newspapers Real Estate/Housing Canada Post Water Services 1 9.0 Medical & Health Services 13 10.0 Education Services 14 - 15 10.1 10.2 10.3 Prairie South School Division Bengough School South East Regional College - Assiniboia & Weyburn 15.0 SERVICE CLUBS • Bengough B.P.O. Elks Lodge #517 The Bengough Elks has been a very active group within the community. They undertake many fundraising activities, such as: raffles, bingos, annual turkey shoot, etc. to raise funds for local and district charities. They provide funds and/or volunteer labor to help those in need. The Lodge organizes an annual curling funspiel and annual golf tournament for its members and their families as fun and fellowship are high on their list of priorities. 11.0 Religious Services 15 12.0 Recreation, Sport & Culture Organizations 15 16.0 TRANSPORTATION & FREIGHT 13.0 Recreation, Sport & Culture Facilities 16 - 18 We have daily Courier Service and weekly Transport Truck Service, but bus service is not available. 14.0 Museums/Galleries 18 15.0 Service Clubs 19 16.0 Transportation & Freight 19 17.0 Agriculture Services 19 - 20 17.1 17.2 17.3 17.4 17.5 Valley Ag Co-operative Ltd. Bengough Co-op Ltd. Local Truckers A J Tire B & D Vacuum Service 18.0 Annual Events 20 17.0 AGRICULTURAL SERVICES 17.1 Valley Ag Co-operative Ltd. The Valley Ag Co-operative was established in 2001 when local farmers saw the opportunity to buy the elevator from the Pool. Community share offering resulted in the capital to purchase the building and outlying structures. The business is based on agriculture: grain storage, grain cleaning and preparation for cattle feed, sale of animal feeds such as minerals, depot for agricultural pesticides and herbicides, rental of farm equipment and cattle handling equipment offered for sale. Telephone: (306) 268-2955 Facsimile: (306) 268-2966 Email: [email protected] 17.2 Bengough Co-op Ltd The Bengough Co-op offers a full line of agricultural products: feed, twine, animal health products, cattle handling equipment, farm hardware, tire, batteries & accessories, gas, diesel, oil, grease, propane, garden Valley Ag Co-operative center products, auto parts, plumbing & electrical supplies, paint, tools, etc. Services: confectionery items (coffee, pop, subs and snack items), full service gas and diesel pumps, cardlock, bulk fuel delivery, tire repair, oil changes and minor machine service. Telephone: (306) 268-2040 Facsimile: (306) 268-4410 Bengough Co-op Service Station 2 19 • Senior Citizen's Centre (281 Main Street) (306) 268-2883 The Bengough Drop In Centre is home to a variety of ongoing activities such as: dances, cards, bingo, floor shuffleboard, table shuffleboard, pool, etc. It is a great place to socialize. 1.0 Bengough is agriculture and ranch-based, rich with hard working dedicated people who are always eager to volunteer a helping hand. The stability of the community is evidenced by many "Century Farms". • Memorial Hall (181 1st Ave. West) (306) 268-2927 The Memorial Hall is owned and operated by the Town of Bengough and is available to rent for: meetings, showers, bake sales, dance lessons, funeral lunches, anniversaries, etc. The seating capacity is approximately 80, so is ideal for smaller gatherings. With it's very low crime stats, clean air, and strong sense of generosity, Bengough is an excellent place to raise a family, start a business or retire. We offer K-12 schooling, daycare, churches, Health Care with a resident Doctor and a variety of businesses/services. • Bengough School (490 Main Street) (306) 268-2172 The Bengough School has a number of sport facilities that are accessible by the students and the community at large, ie. Gymnasium, Outdoor Tennis/Basketball Court, Track and Playground Area. • Our broad spectrum of recreation facilities includes, a fitness/youth centre, golf course, swimming pool, skating rink, curling rink (with viewing mirrors), ball diamonds, beach volleyball court, playground areas, tennis court, etc. Gun Range (located 2 mile north of Bengough) We have an active Economic Development & Tourism Committee whose mission is "to develop the potential of our community, by creating business opportunities, provincial, national and global awareness of the area and by enhancing our existing social infrastructure." 14.0 MUSEUMS & GALLERIES • Bengough & District Museum (151 1st Ave. West) (306) 268-2182 "Putting A Face To Our Past" Our displays depict the diverse history of the area. Items show the school, mining, agricultural, business and pioneer ways of life. Collection Highlights * Bengough Town Bell * Legion & War Memorabilia * Rare Stuffed and Mounted Specimens * Community School Memorabilia * Pioneer Agricultural and Domestic Tools * Pump Organ * Barber Shop * Community Hospital Memorabilia * Photo Albums * Historical Documents * Coal Mining Scale Model & History * Coal Mine Site - located in Town Park Hours of Operation - Friday thru Sunday 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. from July 1-August 31 (Other days/times available by appointment) Contact - Recreation Office - (306) 268-2909 or email - [email protected] INTRODUCTION 2.0 LOCATION Bengough is located at the "Gateway to the Big Muddy", an area filled with an abundance of natural treasures. The valley has magnificent scenery which takes you back to the times long before the present ranchers settled the area. Nature enthusiasts will easily appreciate the evidence of prehistoric forces which shaped the valley centuries ago. We are situated a 90 minute commute from Regina, which is the capital city of Saskatchewan. A short 20 minute commute south through the Big Muddy Valley will take you to the U.S. state of Montana. • Socoko Art Gallery & Studio (200 2nd Ave. East) (306) 268-2075 The owner/operator of the Gallery offers a variety of art classes to all ages, ie. pottery, painting (oil & latex), charcoal drawing, etc. Give Carol a call and let her know what type of classes would interest you. • Coal Mine Site (4th Ave. East/Hwy 34) The Coal Mine Site was developed by the Bengough & District Museum. The site includes: coal mine site entrance and hill, refurbished coal cars and original track, along with an information centre. We have added picnic tables to make the area more inviting to tourists traveling through town. 18 3 3.0 MAPS rth No 3 2 4 2n d 24 est .W Ave d n 2 25 26 2nd . Ave 27 Eas est .W Ave 3rd . Ave t Eas 32 40 st . Ea Ave 4th 30 31 34 39 Main Street Businesses in R.M. 36 Short Street 35 • Regional Park (Main Street) (306) 268-2909 The Bengough Regional Park includes the following facilities: t Eas 37 1st Street East . Ave 5th 41 43 Bailey’s Service Center (Ph. 268-2071) - Located .8 km S on Hwy. 34 Tuffy’s Transport (Ph. 268-4375) Schwab’s Bed & Breakfast (Ph. 267-4554) - Located 30 km S on Hwy. 34 McKerricher Cattle Co. (Ph. 268-4288/268-4535) - Located 17 km N on Hwy 34/7 km W on Hwy 13/3.5 km N on Grid Pratts Bratz (Ph. 268-4341) - Located 5 km S on Hwy. 34/8 km W on Grid 705 Castle Butte - Located 22 km S on Hwy. 34/5 km W Bengough Swimming Pool 33 38 42 44 29 3rd 28 t 48 Highway 34 20 t t 19 t Eas est .W 23 Ave 22 1st 21 18 ee t 12 10 Eas . Ave 1st E as 13 11 16 15 6 9 eet Str 8 17 1 st 5 7 14 . Ave Str ay ilw Ra t * . Ave 1 e tre in S Ma * 1st st We * 47 eet Str * * 46 1 st * Town Map McEwen Excavation Valley Ag Co-operative Co-op Service Station TK’s Dining & Sport Lounge Bengough Drugs Big Muddy Inn Nic Nacs Video Plus Last Chance Shoppe, Youth Center & Fit 4 U Centre Snelling Agencies Town & R.M. Office Museum Recycle Centre Post Office A.J. Tire North American Lumber Super Clean Car Wash Prairie Essence Memorial Hall - Bengough Elks Esco Auto Body & Service BMAC Theatre Fire Hall RCMP Office Co-op Grocery Store Drop In Centre Credit Union - ATM Ogema Income Tax & Accounting Socoko Art Gallery & Studio Heritage Villa Regional Library School Bengough Jumpin’ Beans Play Centre S. Martindale Welding Infusion Salon & Spa Coal Mine Park Knox United Church Brenda’s Beauty Salon St. Michael’s Roman Catholic Church Skating Rink Swimming Pool Community Centre Curling Rink Rodeo/Agricultural Grounds Health Center/Ambulance Church of Christ Regional Park - Campgrounds, Ball Diamonds, Golf Course Deep South Wildlife Federation Gun Range Cemetary Oil Recycling Centre 2nd Street West 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 • • 6th Ave. East 7th Ave. East • 45 • • Outdoor Swimming Pool - Main Pool, Learner Pool & Whirl Pool Season runs from mid June to late August. Campgrounds - includes 17 well-treed serviced sites (water & power), unlimited tenting area, cook house, modern washrooms & showers, dumping station, horseshoe pits, playground area, fire pits, firewood, etc. Season runs from May 15-September 15. Ball Diamonds - we have 5 ball diamonds which will accommodate baseball, softball and slo-pitch for all ages. Golf Course - we have a 9 hole sand green golf course with a modern clubhouse and a newly constructed cart shed for our members. Season runs from May 15 - September 15. Beach Volleyball Court - is located just south of the Swimming Pool. • Circuit Training Centre (Main Street) The Circuit Training Centre is located in the upstairs area of the Last Chance Shoppe. The Centre is open on Mondays & Thursdays from 12 Noon - 8:00 p.m. year round and on Sundays from 12 Noon - 4:00 p.m. from September to May. There is a Certified Fitness Instructor on hand to offer exercise assistance and to run group classes. Fees are: $3.00/session or $25.00 for 10 sessions. Weyburn • Youth Centre (Main Street) The Youth Centre is also located in the upstairs area of the Last Chance Shoppe. The Centre is open on Mondays & Thursdays from 12 Noon - 8:00 p.m. year round and on Sundays from 12 Noon - 4:00 p.m. from September to May. The Centre is available to anyone from Grades 7-12 and is always supervised by an adult. They also plan periodic special events, such as: movie nights, dances, girls night out, guys night out, etc. We have a group of student volunteers known as the Bengough Youth Council who help organize and plan the Special Events. For information about this group please contact Tara @ (306) 459-2578. • Fair Grounds/Race Track The Bengough Agriculture Society hosts an Annual Horseshow that offers classes in both light and heavy horse divisions and a Craft Fair in June of each year, which makes use of this facility. 4 17 13.0 RECREATION, SPORT & CULTURE FACILITIES The Town and R.M. of Bengough employ a full-time Recreation Director to provide the people of Bengough & area with sport, recreation and cultural activities throughout the year. The Facility Committees also hire seasonal staff to assist the Recreation Director and the volunteers with the operation of the many facilities throughout the year. Bengough Skating Rink Skating Rink (461 Main Street) (306) 268-2870 • The Bengough Skating Rink has artificial ice. The season runs from November 1st to March 1st of each year. We offer the following programs throughout the season: Minor Hockey, Figure Skating, Adult Recreation Hockey, Public Skating, Shinney, Family Skates, Broomball, etc. • Curling Rink (175 3rd Ave. West) (306) 268-2140 The Bengough Curling Rink has 3 sheets of artificial ice, along with viewing mirrors to assist the spectators in viewing the shots at the far end of the ice. We offer Ladies, Men's, Mixed and Junior Curling Programs as required. We host an Annual Ladies and Annual Open Bonspiel in February of each year. Bengough Community Centre & Curling Rink • Community Centre (175 3rd Ave. West) (306) 268-2140 The Bengough Community Centre has a seating capacity of 300 and is available to book for weddings, anniversaries, cabarets, meetings, suppers, funeral lunches, and other community events. An expansion has been planned for 2008/2009 which will allow us to host some larger events in the future. The Community Centre also has a group of volunteers who assist with catering of events held in the hall, which is an excellent source of income to help with operation costs. To book the hall please contact Barb at (306) 268-2691. 16 4.0 BENGOUGH BUSINESSES • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • AJ Tire Bailey's Service Centre Pratt's Bratz Bengough Credit Union Bengough Drugs Big Muddy Inn Bengough Post Office Valley Ag Co-operative Brenda's Beauty Salon Bengough Co-op Bulk Bengough Grocery Store Deep South Star McEwen Excavation & Redi-Mix North American Lumber Ross Plumbing & Heating Esco Autobody & Service Socoko Art Gallery Nic Nacs Video Plus Superclean Car Wash His & Hers Beauty Salon Infusion Salon/Spa TK's Dining & Sports Lounge Sears Canada Snelling Agencies Kent Shaver Round Bale Hauling Countryside Massage Therapy Last Chance Shoppe Prairie Essence S. Martindale Welding Tuffy's Transport Staple Trucking Borderland Trucking Ogema Income Tax & Accounting Harold Haugen Construction B & D Vacuum Service Hazen Roofing & Renovations Albers' Electric McKerricher Cattle Co. Schwab's Bed & Breakfast Big Muddy Chop Shop Darcy Shaver Prints Jumpin' Beans Play Centre A & D Contracting 5 268-2682 268-2071 268-4341 268-2930 268-2002 268-2175 268-2860 268-2955 268-2134 268-2040 268-2030 869-2202 or 267-4480 268-2887 268-2066 268-2898 268-2635 268-2075 268-4414 268-4379 268-2088 268-2009 268-2130 268-2070 268-2825 268-4362 268-4370 —————— 268-2024 268-2610 268-4375 268-2634 268-4516 459-2888 268-2668 268-2920 268-2076 268-4540 268-4288 or 268-4535 267-4554 267-4967 268-4500 268-2885 268-4569 5.0 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES The Town of Bengough offers a number of Professional Services to assist you with your day to day needs. 5.1 Bengough Jumpin' Beans Play Centre - the Play Centre is located in the Bengough School and provides subsidized Day Care Services for children of all ages Monday to Friday. Phone - 268-2885. 5.2 Snelling Agencies - General Insurance & Motor License Issuer. Open Monday to Friday. Phone - 268-2825 5.3 Resident Doctor - Phone - 268-2844 (office), 268-2840 (health centre) 5.4 Marriage Commissioner - Kathy Gudnason - Phone - 268-2024 5.5 Public Health Nurse - Phone - 267-5705 5.6 Lawyer - Mountain & Mountain Law Firm offers services in Bengough on Fridays. The office is located at Snelling Agencies - for appointments phone - 268-2825. 5.7 Accountant - Ogema Income Tax & Accounting offers services in Bengough on Thursdays. Phone - 459-2888. 5.8 Pharmacist - Bengough Drugs has a full-time Pharmacist on duty Mondays from 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. and Tuesday to Saturday from 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Phone - (306) 268-2002. 10.3 South East Regional College • Assiniboia Campus Prince of Wales Building 201 3rd Ave. West Box 1059, Assiniboia, Sask., S0H 0B0 (306) 642-4287 (306) 642-3397 Phone: Fax: • • • • • • Weyburn Campus 629 King Street Box 2003, Weyburn, Sask., S4H 2Z9 Phone: (306) 848-2500 Fax: (306) 848-2517 Toll Free: 1-866-999-7372 www.southeastcollege.org Distance Learning - Televised Courses are available from: SIAST - (306) 694-3257 University of Regina - (306) 585-4114 University of Saskatchewan - (306) 966-5788 Personal Interest Classes Energy Training Institute - Safety Classes GED Preparation Classes JobStart/Future Skills Training 11.0 RELIGIOUS SERVICES Bengough has a wide variety of denominations, offering • Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witness • St. Michael's Roman Catholic Church • Knox United Church • Church of Christ their own unique style of worship: 3rd St. East 5th Ave. East 5th Ave. East 3rd Ave. East & Hwy 34 12.0 RECREATION, SPORT & CULTURE ORGANIZATIONS Bengough is an active community with a strong volunteer network that assists with the operation of numerous sport, recreation and cultural organizations. For further information on any of these organizations please contact the Recreation Office by phone at (306) 268-2909 or by email at [email protected] Bengough Drugs 6 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Bengough Skating Rink Committee Bengough Curling Club Bengough Parks & Recreation Committee Bengough Skating Club Bengough Community Centre Board Bengough Golf Club Bengough Minor Hockey Association Bengough Minor Ball Association Bengough Dance Club Bengough Municipal Arts Council Bengough School Drama Club Bengough Youth Council Bengough Museum Board Bengough Library Board Bengough Agricultural Society Bengough New Horizons Club Horizon Recreation Hockey Club Bengough Community Quilters Beautify Bengough Committee Deep South Wildlife Federation 15 10.0 EDUCATION SERVICES 5.9 10.1 Prairie South School Division #210 Address: Telephone: Toll Free: Facsimile: Website: Financial Planning - the Bengough Credit Union has a Financial Planner on staff to assist you. Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone - (306) 268-2930. 15 Thatcher Drive E. Moose Jaw, Sask. S6J 1L8 (306) 694-1200 1-877-434-1200 (306) 694-4955 www.prairiesouth.ca 10.2 Bengough School - "Only Our Best Is Good Enough" Bengough School contains 20 staff members and 140 students from Grades K-12. In addition to modern facilities, Bengough School offers many extra-curricular activities and is an active member of a supportive community. Address: 490 Main Street Box 459 Bengough, Sask. S0C 0K0 Telephone: (306) 268-2172 Facsimile: (306) 268-2811 [email protected] Email: Website: www.saskschools.ca/~bhstigers/ Bengough Credit Union 5.10 Commissioner of Oaths * Snelling Agencies - Trudy Shaver * Bengough Credit Union Staff Members - Colin Giblett Joanne Giblett Barry Kemp Garnet Hoffart 5.11 Notary Public * Snelling Agencies - Joy Snelling * Town of Bengough - Penny Nergard * R.M. of Bengough - Lara Dahl 6.0 Bengough School (306) 268-2825 (306) 268-2927 (306) 268-2055 GOVERNMENT 6.1 Local Government & Resources • Town of Bengough Bengough Town Shop MaDonna Unterreiner Penny Nergard Box 188 Bengough, Sask. S0C 0K0 (306) 268-2927 (306) 268-2988 [email protected] (306) 268-2181 337 Mayor: Administration: Address: Telephone: Facsimile: Email: Town Shop: Population (2006 Census): 14 (306) 268-2825 (306) 268-2930 7 9.0 • R.M. of Bengough Reeve: Administration: Address: Steven King Lara Scott Box 429 Bengough, Sask. S0C 0K0 (306) 268-2055 (306) 268-2054 [email protected] 337 Telephone: Facsimile: Email: Population (2006 Census): The Town and R.M. of Bengough share a building. Their days and hours of operation are: Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. • Bengough Economic Development & Tourism Committee Chairperson: Secretary: Address: Bill Sjogren Debra Ashby Box 17 Bengough, Sask. S0C 0K0 (306) 268-2909 (306) 268-2067 [email protected] Telephone: Facsimile: Email: • • Ambulance - Emergency 911 • Family Physician Dr. Wong Phone - (306) 268-2844 • Massage Therapist Countryside Massage Therapy Contact - Debbie @ (306) 268-4370 • Home Care/Meals On Wheels Contact - Kelly Fish @ (306) 268-2102 • Long Term Care Contact - (306) 268-2048 • Lifeline Contact Weyburn - (306) 842-0223 • Visiting Professionals Contact Community Health Services Mgr. (306) 268-2848 • 24 Hour Emergency Services Contact (306) 268-2048 • Additional Medical Services at the Bengough Health Centre Telephone (306) 268-2840 Facsimile (306) 268-4339 * Diagnostic Services (lab & x-ray) * Observation/Assessment * Respite Care * Palliative Care * Convalescent Care • Sun Country Health Region Website - www.suncountry.sk.ca • Sun Country Health Region Email - [email protected] Bengough Business Association Chairperson: Secretary: Telephone: Facsimile: • MEDICAL & HEALTH SERVICES The Bengough Health Centre is a member of the Sun Country Health Region headquartered in Weyburn. Delee Foley Charlene Jensen (306) 268-2002 (Delee) (306) 268-2801 Bengough Regional Library Librarian: Telephone: Hours of Operation: Fay Adam (306) 268-2022 Tuesdays - 9-12 Noon Wednesdays - 5-8:00 p.m. Thursdays - 2-5:00 p.m. 8 13 8.8 Canada Post • Hours of Operation • Monday to Friday - 8:15 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Saturday - 9 a.m. -12 Noon Postmaster - Linda Klemenz (306) 268-2860 Contact: Telephone: Bengough Agricultural Society Chairperson: Secretary: Telephone: 6.2 Rocky Kaufman Brenda Fisher (306) 268-2855 Provincial Government • Department of Highways - Highway Maintenance Telephone: (306) 268-6251 • Member of the Legislature - Weyburn-Big Muddy MLA: Dustin Duncan Address: 35-5th Street N.E. Weyburn, Sask. S4H 0Y9 Telephone: (306) 842-4810 Toll Free: 1-877-842-4810 Email: [email protected] Bengough Post Office 8.9 Water Services The water supply is piped from a deep well east of Bengough to a 100,000 gallon reservoir located in town. • Year Round Outdoor Watering Restrictions are in effect: - Odd House Numbers - Saturday, Tuesday & Thursday - Even House Numbers - Monday, Wednesday & Friday *No Watering On Sundays* *The R.M. has a well located north of Bengough which has water for purchase* 12 6.3 Federal Government • Member of Parliament - Souris-Moose Mountain MP: Ed Komarnicki Address: 2 - 405 Souris Avenue NE Weyburn, Sask. S4H 0C9 Telephone: (306) 842-9000 Facsimile: (306) 842-3854 [email protected] Email: 9 7.0 ACCOMMODATIONS 7.1 8.0 Hotel • Big Muddy Inn Address: 170 Main Street Box 519 Bengough, Sask., S0C 0K0 (306) 268-2175 (306) 268-2886 [email protected] 12 rooms, Laundromat, Air Conditioning, Restaurant & Tavern, Wireless Internet, Color TV/Cable, Refrigerator, Liquor Store, Off Sale, Sunday Smorg, VLT's, ATM. Telephone: Facsimile: Email: Hotel Information: TOWN SERVICES 8.1 Internet & Cellular Service High Speed Internet available in Town and Sasktel Mobility Network Digital Cell Service available in Town & R.M. 8.2 Recycling Centres Paper/Cardboard and Oil Recycling Centre 8.3 Land Fill/Garbage Collection Residential - Thursday mornings Business - Tuesday & Thursday mornings Locked land fill located west of Town. 8.4 Personal & Property Protection • R.C.M.P. Emergency Phone - 911 Office Phone - 268-2144 Office Location - 131 1st Ave. E Bengough, Sask., S0C 0K0 We currently have two members stationed in Bengough. • Volunteer Fire Department The Bengough & R.M. #40 Fire Association Operates a volunteer fire department. Emergency Phone - 911 • Volunteer Ambulance Service Emergency Phone - 911 The Bengough Ambulance Service has highly trained staff that is on-call 7 days per week/24 hours per day. Big Muddy Inn 7.2 7.3 7.4 Bed & Breakfast • Schwab's Bed & Breakfast Location: Telephone: 30 km south of Bengough on Hwy 34 (306) 267-4554 Regional Park Entrance Campgrounds • Bengough Regional Park Location: Telephone: Campground Info: South end of Main Street in Bengough (306) 268-2909 17 serviced sites (water & power), modern washrooms/showers, playground, horseshoe pits, cook house, fire pits, free firewood. Restaurants • TK's Dining & Sport Lounge Location: Telephone: Information: • • Nic Nacs Video Plus Location: Telephone: Information: Paved Streets 100% of streets are paved 8.6 Weekly/Daily Newspapers Daily - Regina Leader Post Local Weekly - Deep South Star Area Weekly - Assiniboia Times, Weyburn 8.7 Real Estate & Housing This Week, Weyburn Review, Coronach Triangle News • Social Housing 5 Family Units with 3 bedrooms - rent based on income Corner of Hwy 34 & Railway Ave. E. (306) 268-2130 Full menu - eat in or take out, daily specials Grill hours - 6:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Monday to Saturday and 7:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. on Sundays 111 Main Street (306) 268-4414 Coffee and Ice Cream Shop, Movie Rentals Hours: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Monday to Thursday; 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday; Closed - Sundays. Lunch Menu Available: Monday to Friday from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Big Muddy Inn 8.5 • Affordable Housing • • Senior Housing Heritage Villa 3 - 3 bedroom units and 1 - 2 bedroom units - rent is set (not based on income) 14 - 1 bedroom units - rent is based on income Senior Complex - 4 - 2 bedroom units and 6 - 1 bedroom units Housing Authority Manager - Audrey Thue (306) 268-4241 Contact: Telephone: • Lots/Housing For Sale Contact: Telephone: Facsimile: Email: Town of Bengough (306) 268-2927 (306) 268-2988 [email protected] Info Available under Hotel section 10 11 7.0 ACCOMMODATIONS 7.1 8.0 Hotel • Big Muddy Inn Address: 170 Main Street Box 519 Bengough, Sask., S0C 0K0 (306) 268-2175 (306) 268-2886 [email protected] 12 rooms, Laundromat, Air Conditioning, Restaurant & Tavern, Wireless Internet, Color TV/Cable, Refrigerator, Liquor Store, Off Sale, Sunday Smorg, VLT's, ATM. Telephone: Facsimile: Email: Hotel Information: TOWN SERVICES 8.1 Internet & Cellular Service High Speed Internet available in Town and Sasktel Mobility Network Digital Cell Service available in Town & R.M. 8.2 Recycling Centres Paper/Cardboard and Oil Recycling Centre 8.3 Land Fill/Garbage Collection Residential - Thursday mornings Business - Tuesday & Thursday mornings Locked land fill located west of Town. 8.4 Personal & Property Protection • R.C.M.P. Emergency Phone - 911 Office Phone - 268-2144 Office Location - 131 1st Ave. E Bengough, Sask., S0C 0K0 We currently have two members stationed in Bengough. • Volunteer Fire Department The Bengough & R.M. #40 Fire Association Operates a volunteer fire department. Emergency Phone - 911 • Volunteer Ambulance Service Emergency Phone - 911 The Bengough Ambulance Service has highly trained staff that is on-call 7 days per week/24 hours per day. Big Muddy Inn 7.2 7.3 7.4 Bed & Breakfast • Schwab's Bed & Breakfast Location: Telephone: 30 km south of Bengough on Hwy 34 (306) 267-4554 Regional Park Entrance Campgrounds • Bengough Regional Park Location: Telephone: Campground Info: South end of Main Street in Bengough (306) 268-2909 17 serviced sites (water & power), modern washrooms/showers, playground, horseshoe pits, cook house, fire pits, free firewood. Restaurants • TK's Dining & Sport Lounge Location: Telephone: Information: • • Nic Nacs Video Plus Location: Telephone: Information: Paved Streets 100% of streets are paved 8.6 Weekly/Daily Newspapers Daily - Regina Leader Post Local Weekly - Deep South Star Area Weekly - Assiniboia Times, Weyburn 8.7 Real Estate & Housing This Week, Weyburn Review, Coronach Triangle News • Social Housing 5 Family Units with 3 bedrooms - rent based on income Corner of Hwy 34 & Railway Ave. E. (306) 268-2130 Full menu - eat in or take out, daily specials Grill hours - 6:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Monday to Saturday and 7:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. on Sundays 111 Main Street (306) 268-4414 Coffee and Ice Cream Shop, Movie Rentals Hours: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Monday to Thursday; 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday; Closed - Sundays. Lunch Menu Available: Monday to Friday from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Big Muddy Inn 8.5 • Affordable Housing • • Senior Housing Heritage Villa 3 - 3 bedroom units and 1 - 2 bedroom units - rent is set (not based on income) 14 - 1 bedroom units - rent is based on income Senior Complex - 4 - 2 bedroom units and 6 - 1 bedroom units Housing Authority Manager - Audrey Thue (306) 268-4241 Contact: Telephone: • Lots/Housing For Sale Contact: Telephone: Facsimile: Email: Town of Bengough (306) 268-2927 (306) 268-2988 [email protected] Info Available under Hotel section 10 11 8.8 Canada Post • Hours of Operation • Monday to Friday - 8:15 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Saturday - 9 a.m. -12 Noon Postmaster - Linda Klemenz (306) 268-2860 Contact: Telephone: Bengough Agricultural Society Chairperson: Secretary: Telephone: 6.2 Rocky Kaufman Brenda Fisher (306) 268-2855 Provincial Government • Department of Highways - Highway Maintenance Telephone: (306) 268-6251 • Member of the Legislature - Weyburn-Big Muddy MLA: Dustin Duncan Address: 35-5th Street N.E. Weyburn, Sask. S4H 0Y9 Telephone: (306) 842-4810 Toll Free: 1-877-842-4810 Email: [email protected] Bengough Post Office 8.9 Water Services The water supply is piped from a deep well east of Bengough to a 100,000 gallon reservoir located in town. • Year Round Outdoor Watering Restrictions are in effect: - Odd House Numbers - Saturday, Tuesday & Thursday - Even House Numbers - Monday, Wednesday & Friday *No Watering On Sundays* *The R.M. has a well located north of Bengough which has water for purchase* 12 6.3 Federal Government • Member of Parliament - Souris-Moose Mountain MP: Ed Komarnicki Address: 2 - 405 Souris Avenue NE Weyburn, Sask. S4H 0C9 Telephone: (306) 842-9000 Facsimile: (306) 842-3854 [email protected] Email: 9 9.0 • R.M. of Bengough Reeve: Administration: Address: Steven King Lara Scott Box 429 Bengough, Sask. S0C 0K0 (306) 268-2055 (306) 268-2054 [email protected] 337 Telephone: Facsimile: Email: Population (2006 Census): The Town and R.M. of Bengough share a building. Their days and hours of operation are: Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. • Bengough Economic Development & Tourism Committee Chairperson: Secretary: Address: Bill Sjogren Debra Ashby Box 17 Bengough, Sask. S0C 0K0 (306) 268-2909 (306) 268-2067 [email protected] Telephone: Facsimile: Email: • • Ambulance - Emergency 911 • Family Physician Dr. Wong Phone - (306) 268-2844 • Massage Therapist Countryside Massage Therapy Contact - Debbie @ (306) 268-4370 • Home Care/Meals On Wheels Contact - Kelly Fish @ (306) 268-2102 • Long Term Care Contact - (306) 268-2048 • Lifeline Contact Weyburn - (306) 842-0223 • Visiting Professionals Contact Community Health Services Mgr. (306) 268-2848 • 24 Hour Emergency Services Contact (306) 268-2048 • Additional Medical Services at the Bengough Health Centre Telephone (306) 268-2840 Facsimile (306) 268-4339 * Diagnostic Services (lab & x-ray) * Observation/Assessment * Respite Care * Palliative Care * Convalescent Care • Sun Country Health Region Website - www.suncountry.sk.ca • Sun Country Health Region Email - [email protected] Bengough Business Association Chairperson: Secretary: Telephone: Facsimile: • MEDICAL & HEALTH SERVICES The Bengough Health Centre is a member of the Sun Country Health Region headquartered in Weyburn. Delee Foley Charlene Jensen (306) 268-2002 (Delee) (306) 268-2801 Bengough Regional Library Librarian: Telephone: Hours of Operation: Fay Adam (306) 268-2022 Tuesdays - 9-12 Noon Wednesdays - 5-8:00 p.m. Thursdays - 2-5:00 p.m. 8 13 10.0 EDUCATION SERVICES 5.9 10.1 Prairie South School Division #210 Address: Telephone: Toll Free: Facsimile: Website: Financial Planning - the Bengough Credit Union has a Financial Planner on staff to assist you. Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone - (306) 268-2930. 15 Thatcher Drive E. Moose Jaw, Sask. S6J 1L8 (306) 694-1200 1-877-434-1200 (306) 694-4955 www.prairiesouth.ca 10.2 Bengough School - "Only Our Best Is Good Enough" Bengough School contains 20 staff members and 140 students from Grades K-12. In addition to modern facilities, Bengough School offers many extra-curricular activities and is an active member of a supportive community. Address: 490 Main Street Box 459 Bengough, Sask. S0C 0K0 Telephone: (306) 268-2172 Facsimile: (306) 268-2811 [email protected] Email: Website: www.saskschools.ca/~bhstigers/ Bengough Credit Union 5.10 Commissioner of Oaths * Snelling Agencies - Trudy Shaver * Bengough Credit Union Staff Members - Colin Giblett Joanne Giblett Barry Kemp Garnet Hoffart 5.11 Notary Public * Snelling Agencies - Joy Snelling * Town of Bengough - Penny Nergard * R.M. of Bengough - Lara Dahl 6.0 Bengough School (306) 268-2825 (306) 268-2927 (306) 268-2055 GOVERNMENT 6.1 Local Government & Resources • Town of Bengough Bengough Town Shop MaDonna Unterreiner Penny Nergard Box 188 Bengough, Sask. S0C 0K0 (306) 268-2927 (306) 268-2988 [email protected] (306) 268-2181 337 Mayor: Administration: Address: Telephone: Facsimile: Email: Town Shop: Population (2006 Census): 14 (306) 268-2825 (306) 268-2930 7 5.0 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES The Town of Bengough offers a number of Professional Services to assist you with your day to day needs. 5.1 Bengough Jumpin' Beans Play Centre - the Play Centre is located in the Bengough School and provides subsidized Day Care Services for children of all ages Monday to Friday. Phone - 268-2885. 5.2 Snelling Agencies - General Insurance & Motor License Issuer. Open Monday to Friday. Phone - 268-2825 5.3 Resident Doctor - Phone - 268-2844 (office), 268-2840 (health centre) 5.4 Marriage Commissioner - Kathy Gudnason - Phone - 268-2024 5.5 Public Health Nurse - Phone - 267-5705 5.6 Lawyer - Mountain & Mountain Law Firm offers services in Bengough on Fridays. The office is located at Snelling Agencies - for appointments phone - 268-2825. 5.7 Accountant - Ogema Income Tax & Accounting offers services in Bengough on Thursdays. Phone - 459-2888. 5.8 Pharmacist - Bengough Drugs has a full-time Pharmacist on duty Mondays from 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. and Tuesday to Saturday from 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Phone - (306) 268-2002. 10.3 South East Regional College • Assiniboia Campus Prince of Wales Building 201 3rd Ave. West Box 1059, Assiniboia, Sask., S0H 0B0 (306) 642-4287 (306) 642-3397 Phone: Fax: • • • • • • Weyburn Campus 629 King Street Box 2003, Weyburn, Sask., S4H 2Z9 Phone: (306) 848-2500 Fax: (306) 848-2517 Toll Free: 1-866-999-7372 www.southeastcollege.org Distance Learning - Televised Courses are available from: SIAST - (306) 694-3257 University of Regina - (306) 585-4114 University of Saskatchewan - (306) 966-5788 Personal Interest Classes Energy Training Institute - Safety Classes GED Preparation Classes JobStart/Future Skills Training 11.0 RELIGIOUS SERVICES Bengough has a wide variety of denominations, offering • Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witness • St. Michael's Roman Catholic Church • Knox United Church • Church of Christ their own unique style of worship: 3rd St. East 5th Ave. East 5th Ave. East 3rd Ave. East & Hwy 34 12.0 RECREATION, SPORT & CULTURE ORGANIZATIONS Bengough is an active community with a strong volunteer network that assists with the operation of numerous sport, recreation and cultural organizations. For further information on any of these organizations please contact the Recreation Office by phone at (306) 268-2909 or by email at [email protected] Bengough Drugs 6 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Bengough Skating Rink Committee Bengough Curling Club Bengough Parks & Recreation Committee Bengough Skating Club Bengough Community Centre Board Bengough Golf Club Bengough Minor Hockey Association Bengough Minor Ball Association Bengough Dance Club Bengough Municipal Arts Council Bengough School Drama Club Bengough Youth Council Bengough Museum Board Bengough Library Board Bengough Agricultural Society Bengough New Horizons Club Horizon Recreation Hockey Club Bengough Community Quilters Beautify Bengough Committee Deep South Wildlife Federation 15 13.0 RECREATION, SPORT & CULTURE FACILITIES The Town and R.M. of Bengough employ a full-time Recreation Director to provide the people of Bengough & area with sport, recreation and cultural activities throughout the year. The Facility Committees also hire seasonal staff to assist the Recreation Director and the volunteers with the operation of the many facilities throughout the year. Bengough Skating Rink Skating Rink (461 Main Street) (306) 268-2870 • The Bengough Skating Rink has artificial ice. The season runs from November 1st to March 1st of each year. We offer the following programs throughout the season: Minor Hockey, Figure Skating, Adult Recreation Hockey, Public Skating, Shinney, Family Skates, Broomball, etc. • Curling Rink (175 3rd Ave. West) (306) 268-2140 The Bengough Curling Rink has 3 sheets of artificial ice, along with viewing mirrors to assist the spectators in viewing the shots at the far end of the ice. We offer Ladies, Men's, Mixed and Junior Curling Programs as required. We host an Annual Ladies and Annual Open Bonspiel in February of each year. Bengough Community Centre & Curling Rink • Community Centre (175 3rd Ave. West) (306) 268-2140 The Bengough Community Centre has a seating capacity of 300 and is available to book for weddings, anniversaries, cabarets, meetings, suppers, funeral lunches, and other community events. An expansion has been planned for 2008/2009 which will allow us to host some larger events in the future. The Community Centre also has a group of volunteers who assist with catering of events held in the hall, which is an excellent source of income to help with operation costs. To book the hall please contact Barb at (306) 268-2691. 16 4.0 BENGOUGH BUSINESSES • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • AJ Tire Bailey's Service Centre Pratt's Bratz Bengough Credit Union Bengough Drugs Big Muddy Inn Bengough Post Office Valley Ag Co-operative Brenda's Beauty Salon Bengough Co-op Bulk Bengough Grocery Store Deep South Star McEwen Excavation & Redi-Mix North American Lumber Ross Plumbing & Heating Esco Autobody & Service Socoko Art Gallery Nic Nacs Video Plus Superclean Car Wash His & Hers Beauty Salon Infusion Salon/Spa TK's Dining & Sports Lounge Sears Canada Snelling Agencies Kent Shaver Round Bale Hauling Countryside Massage Therapy Last Chance Shoppe Prairie Essence S. Martindale Welding Tuffy's Transport Staple Trucking Borderland Trucking Ogema Income Tax & Accounting Harold Haugen Construction B & D Vacuum Service Hazen Roofing & Renovations Albers' Electric McKerricher Cattle Co. Schwab's Bed & Breakfast Big Muddy Chop Shop Darcy Shaver Prints Jumpin' Beans Play Centre A & D Contracting 5 268-2682 268-2071 268-4341 268-2930 268-2002 268-2175 268-2860 268-2955 268-2134 268-2040 268-2030 869-2202 or 267-4480 268-2887 268-2066 268-2898 268-2635 268-2075 268-4414 268-4379 268-2088 268-2009 268-2130 268-2070 268-2825 268-4362 268-4370 —————— 268-2024 268-2610 268-4375 268-2634 268-4516 459-2888 268-2668 268-2920 268-2076 268-4540 268-4288 or 268-4535 267-4554 267-4967 268-4500 268-2885 268-4569 3.0 MAPS rth No 3 2 4 2n d 24 est .W Ave d n 2 25 26 2nd . Ave 27 Eas est .W Ave 3rd . Ave t Eas 32 40 st . Ea Ave 4th 30 31 34 39 Main Street Businesses in R.M. 36 Short Street 35 • Regional Park (Main Street) (306) 268-2909 The Bengough Regional Park includes the following facilities: t Eas 37 1st Street East . Ave 5th 41 43 Bailey’s Service Center (Ph. 268-2071) - Located .8 km S on Hwy. 34 Tuffy’s Transport (Ph. 268-4375) Schwab’s Bed & Breakfast (Ph. 267-4554) - Located 30 km S on Hwy. 34 McKerricher Cattle Co. (Ph. 268-4288/268-4535) - Located 17 km N on Hwy 34/7 km W on Hwy 13/3.5 km N on Grid Pratts Bratz (Ph. 268-4341) - Located 5 km S on Hwy. 34/8 km W on Grid 705 Castle Butte - Located 22 km S on Hwy. 34/5 km W Bengough Swimming Pool 33 38 42 44 29 3rd 28 t 48 Highway 34 20 t t 19 t Eas est .W 23 Ave 22 1st 21 18 ee t 12 10 Eas . Ave 1st E as 13 11 16 15 6 9 eet Str 8 17 1 st 5 7 14 . Ave Str ay ilw Ra t * . Ave 1 e tre in S Ma * 1st st We * 47 eet Str * * 46 1 st * Town Map McEwen Excavation Valley Ag Co-operative Co-op Service Station TK’s Dining & Sport Lounge Bengough Drugs Big Muddy Inn Nic Nacs Video Plus Last Chance Shoppe, Youth Center & Fit 4 U Centre Snelling Agencies Town & R.M. Office Museum Recycle Centre Post Office A.J. Tire North American Lumber Super Clean Car Wash Prairie Essence Memorial Hall - Bengough Elks Esco Auto Body & Service BMAC Theatre Fire Hall RCMP Office Co-op Grocery Store Drop In Centre Credit Union - ATM Ogema Income Tax & Accounting Socoko Art Gallery & Studio Heritage Villa Regional Library School Bengough Jumpin’ Beans Play Centre S. Martindale Welding Infusion Salon & Spa Coal Mine Park Knox United Church Brenda’s Beauty Salon St. Michael’s Roman Catholic Church Skating Rink Swimming Pool Community Centre Curling Rink Rodeo/Agricultural Grounds Health Center/Ambulance Church of Christ Regional Park - Campgrounds, Ball Diamonds, Golf Course Deep South Wildlife Federation Gun Range Cemetary Oil Recycling Centre 2nd Street West 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 • • 6th Ave. East 7th Ave. East • 45 • • Outdoor Swimming Pool - Main Pool, Learner Pool & Whirl Pool Season runs from mid June to late August. Campgrounds - includes 17 well-treed serviced sites (water & power), unlimited tenting area, cook house, modern washrooms & showers, dumping station, horseshoe pits, playground area, fire pits, firewood, etc. Season runs from May 15-September 15. Ball Diamonds - we have 5 ball diamonds which will accommodate baseball, softball and slo-pitch for all ages. Golf Course - we have a 9 hole sand green golf course with a modern clubhouse and a newly constructed cart shed for our members. Season runs from May 15 - September 15. Beach Volleyball Court - is located just south of the Swimming Pool. • Circuit Training Centre (Main Street) The Circuit Training Centre is located in the upstairs area of the Last Chance Shoppe. The Centre is open on Mondays & Thursdays from 12 Noon - 8:00 p.m. year round and on Sundays from 12 Noon - 4:00 p.m. from September to May. There is a Certified Fitness Instructor on hand to offer exercise assistance and to run group classes. Fees are: $3.00/session or $25.00 for 10 sessions. Weyburn • Youth Centre (Main Street) The Youth Centre is also located in the upstairs area of the Last Chance Shoppe. The Centre is open on Mondays & Thursdays from 12 Noon - 8:00 p.m. year round and on Sundays from 12 Noon - 4:00 p.m. from September to May. The Centre is available to anyone from Grades 7-12 and is always supervised by an adult. They also plan periodic special events, such as: movie nights, dances, girls night out, guys night out, etc. We have a group of student volunteers known as the Bengough Youth Council who help organize and plan the Special Events. For information about this group please contact Tara @ (306) 459-2578. • Fair Grounds/Race Track The Bengough Agriculture Society hosts an Annual Horseshow that offers classes in both light and heavy horse divisions and a Craft Fair in June of each year, which makes use of this facility. 4 17 • Senior Citizen's Centre (281 Main Street) (306) 268-2883 The Bengough Drop In Centre is home to a variety of ongoing activities such as: dances, cards, bingo, floor shuffleboard, table shuffleboard, pool, etc. It is a great place to socialize. 1.0 Bengough is agriculture and ranch-based, rich with hard working dedicated people who are always eager to volunteer a helping hand. The stability of the community is evidenced by many "Century Farms". • Memorial Hall (181 1st Ave. West) (306) 268-2927 The Memorial Hall is owned and operated by the Town of Bengough and is available to rent for: meetings, showers, bake sales, dance lessons, funeral lunches, anniversaries, etc. The seating capacity is approximately 80, so is ideal for smaller gatherings. With it's very low crime stats, clean air, and strong sense of generosity, Bengough is an excellent place to raise a family, start a business or retire. We offer K-12 schooling, daycare, churches, Health Care with a resident Doctor and a variety of businesses/services. • Bengough School (490 Main Street) (306) 268-2172 The Bengough School has a number of sport facilities that are accessible by the students and the community at large, ie. Gymnasium, Outdoor Tennis/Basketball Court, Track and Playground Area. • Our broad spectrum of recreation facilities includes, a fitness/youth centre, golf course, swimming pool, skating rink, curling rink (with viewing mirrors), ball diamonds, beach volleyball court, playground areas, tennis court, etc. Gun Range (located 2 mile north of Bengough) We have an active Economic Development & Tourism Committee whose mission is "to develop the potential of our community, by creating business opportunities, provincial, national and global awareness of the area and by enhancing our existing social infrastructure." 14.0 MUSEUMS & GALLERIES • Bengough & District Museum (151 1st Ave. West) (306) 268-2182 "Putting A Face To Our Past" Our displays depict the diverse history of the area. Items show the school, mining, agricultural, business and pioneer ways of life. Collection Highlights * Bengough Town Bell * Legion & War Memorabilia * Rare Stuffed and Mounted Specimens * Community School Memorabilia * Pioneer Agricultural and Domestic Tools * Pump Organ * Barber Shop * Community Hospital Memorabilia * Photo Albums * Historical Documents * Coal Mining Scale Model & History * Coal Mine Site - located in Town Park Hours of Operation - Friday thru Sunday 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. from July 1-August 31 (Other days/times available by appointment) Contact - Recreation Office - (306) 268-2909 or email - [email protected] INTRODUCTION 2.0 LOCATION Bengough is located at the "Gateway to the Big Muddy", an area filled with an abundance of natural treasures. The valley has magnificent scenery which takes you back to the times long before the present ranchers settled the area. Nature enthusiasts will easily appreciate the evidence of prehistoric forces which shaped the valley centuries ago. We are situated a 90 minute commute from Regina, which is the capital city of Saskatchewan. A short 20 minute commute south through the Big Muddy Valley will take you to the U.S. state of Montana. • Socoko Art Gallery & Studio (200 2nd Ave. East) (306) 268-2075 The owner/operator of the Gallery offers a variety of art classes to all ages, ie. pottery, painting (oil & latex), charcoal drawing, etc. Give Carol a call and let her know what type of classes would interest you. • Coal Mine Site (4th Ave. East/Hwy 34) The Coal Mine Site was developed by the Bengough & District Museum. The site includes: coal mine site entrance and hill, refurbished coal cars and original track, along with an information centre. We have added picnic tables to make the area more inviting to tourists traveling through town. 18 3 9.0 Medical & Health Services 13 10.0 Education Services 14 - 15 10.1 10.2 10.3 Prairie South School Division Bengough School South East Regional College - Assiniboia & Weyburn 15.0 SERVICE CLUBS • Bengough B.P.O. Elks Lodge #517 The Bengough Elks has been a very active group within the community. They undertake many fundraising activities, such as: raffles, bingos, annual turkey shoot, etc. to raise funds for local and district charities. They provide funds and/or volunteer labor to help those in need. The Lodge organizes an annual curling funspiel and annual golf tournament for its members and their families as fun and fellowship are high on their list of priorities. 11.0 Religious Services 15 12.0 Recreation, Sport & Culture Organizations 15 16.0 TRANSPORTATION & FREIGHT 13.0 Recreation, Sport & Culture Facilities 16 - 18 We have daily Courier Service and weekly Transport Truck Service, but bus service is not available. 14.0 Museums/Galleries 18 15.0 Service Clubs 19 16.0 Transportation & Freight 19 17.0 Agriculture Services 19 - 20 17.1 17.2 17.3 17.4 17.5 Valley Ag Co-operative Ltd. Bengough Co-op Ltd. Local Truckers A J Tire B & D Vacuum Service 18.0 Annual Events 20 17.0 AGRICULTURAL SERVICES 17.1 Valley Ag Co-operative Ltd. The Valley Ag Co-operative was established in 2001 when local farmers saw the opportunity to buy the elevator from the Pool. Community share offering resulted in the capital to purchase the building and outlying structures. The business is based on agriculture: grain storage, grain cleaning and preparation for cattle feed, sale of animal feeds such as minerals, depot for agricultural pesticides and herbicides, rental of farm equipment and cattle handling equipment offered for sale. Telephone: (306) 268-2955 Facsimile: (306) 268-2966 Email: [email protected] 17.2 Bengough Co-op Ltd The Bengough Co-op offers a full line of agricultural products: feed, twine, animal health products, cattle handling equipment, farm hardware, tire, batteries & accessories, gas, diesel, oil, grease, propane, garden Valley Ag Co-operative center products, auto parts, plumbing & electrical supplies, paint, tools, etc. Services: confectionery items (coffee, pop, subs and snack items), full service gas and diesel pumps, cardlock, bulk fuel delivery, tire repair, oil changes and minor machine service. Telephone: (306) 268-2040 Facsimile: (306) 268-4410 Bengough Co-op Service Station 2 19 17.3 Local Trucking We have a number of local truckers who haul both cattle, grain, etc. • Borderland Trucking - livestock and hay hauling Telephone: (306) 268-4516 Cell: (306) 459-7667 • Tuffy's Transport - cattle and grain hauling Telephone: (306) 268-4375 Cell: (306) 268-7701 • Staple Trucking - livestock & grain hauling Telephone: (306) 268-2634 • Kent Shaver - round bale hauling Telephone: (306) 268-4362 17.4 A J TIRE A J Tire has been in operation since 1980. Jerry does on the farm service, sells/repairs passenger, truck & implement tires, and sells an assortment of batteries for all vehicle use. Telephone: (306) 268-2682 Email: [email protected] 17.5 B & D Vacuum Service B & D Vacuum Service provides on the farm septic tank clean out service. Telephone: (306) 268-2920 Email: [email protected] 17.6 Hillcrest Enterprises Feedlot (located south west of Bengough) Contact: Owen Cairns Telephone: (306) 267-6110 18.0 ANNUAL EVENTS Bengough has a number of Annual Sport, Recreation and Culture Events that are open to everyone: • Ladies Annual Bonspiel 2nd weekend of February • Open Annual Bonspiel 3rd weekend of February • School Dessert Theatre 1st week of April • Annual Dance Competition 3rd weekend of April • Minor Ball Tournament Last Sunday of May • Slo-Pitch Tournament & Rain Dance 1st Saturday of June • Horseshow & Homecraft Fair June (date TBD) • Open Golf Tournament Last Sunday of June • School Graduation End of June • Gateway Festival 4th weekend of July • Elks Turkey Shoot 1st Saturday of November • Skating Rink Annual Fundraiser 3rd Saturday of November • Annual Charity Dinner 1st Saturday of December For further information on any of the above events contact the Recreation Office @ (306) 268-2909 or email to [email protected]. Bengough Welcomes You..... 20 BENGOUGH "Gateway to the Big Muddy" Table of Contents: Section Page 1.0 Introduction 3 2.0 Location 3 3.0 Maps 4 4.0 Bengough Businesses 5 5.0 Professional Services 6-7 5.1 5.2 5.3 5.4 5.5 5.6 5.7 5.8 5.9 5.10 5.11 Bengough Jumpin' Beans Play Centre Snelling Agencies Resident Doctor Marriage Commissioner Public Health Nurse Lawyer Accountant Pharmacist Financial Planning Commissioner of Oaths Notary Public 6.0 Government 6.1 6.2 6.3 7-9 Local Government & Resources Provincial Government Federal Government 7.0 Accommodations 7.1 7.2 7.3 7.4 10 Hotel Bed & Breakfasts Campgrounds Restaurants 8.0 Town Services 8.1 8.2 8.3 8.4 8.5 8.6 8.7 8.8 8.9 11 - 12 Internet/Cellular Service Recycling Centres Land Fill/Garbage Collection Personal & Property Protection Paved Streets Weekly/Daily Newspapers Real Estate/Housing Canada Post Water Services 1 "Gateway to the Big Muddy" Castle Butte (Is located 22 km south on Hwy 34) Elevation - 200 feet Circumference - 1/4 mile Composition - sandstone, clay, alkali & coal deposits History - A relic from the Ice Age, this free-standing structure was used as a landmark by the Native people, North West Mounted Police & settlers. 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