FOCUS - SEPTEMBER 2017 41 that athletes in the Masters’ league were throwing, I thought that I might have a chance at competing.” He encourages everyone to maintain a reasonable level of fitness, particularly when it comes to flexibility. “When we lose our flexibility, we miss out on so much in life and we endanger our own safety,” he added. Advice to seniors? “Get moving. Check with your doctor first and then do it. There are lots of opportunities here in Scugog: walking at the arena, Pickleball, tennis, softball, lawn bowling, skating in winter. Get out four or five times a week and take in some mildly challenging exercise.” Health Issues? “Yes, both my wife and I have had health issues. My wife Isabel was diagnosed with cancer eight years ago and she now has a clean bill of health. I have had my own issues: heart bypass sur- gery, and I have a pacemaker. Fortunately we have an excellent health facility here in Port Perry, probably one of the best in the country for the size of the community. Over 40 doctors! That’s incredible! I have had consultations with many of them over the years: Dr. Hyshka, our family physician, Dr. Merrilee Brown, Dr. Puckrin, Dr. Bob Allin and my heart specialist, Dr. Nasser-Sharif. They are all amazing people and they are taking good care of us all.” Future plans? “Well, the World Masters Championships will be held in Toronto in 2020 and it would be quite a privilege to represent Canada at that event, even though I will then be in the 85-90 category. It’s a reasonable target!” By MayAnn Fleming, Focus on Scugog Age category 80-85; 1st place Ontario Provincial, 1st place Canadian Champion and 2nd place North America, Central America and Caribbean – medals belong to our very own Paul Arculus. Trophies, Awards, Corporate Promotions Embroidery • Graphic Design Engraving • Screen Printing Pineridge Impress 905-985-2839 135 North Port Road, Port Perry www.pineridgeimpress.ca Your Name is Our Business SignworkScanada.com Reach & Northport Rd., Port Perry 905-985-0802 Since 1996 signs vehicle lettering & graphics boat names numbers 905.985.4973 willowtreefarm.ca 975 Regional Rd 21, Port Perry Who thought strawberries could be so delicious in September? At Willowtree Farm, we are hosting a fair-filled event devoted to our favourite berry! Join us to celebrate these beautiful, juicy strawberries before they leave us for a whole winter!