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flirtation of sex when applying for jobs and that men should be free to choose whether they work " aside the home, so giving equality of opportunity. Alberta Day Rocky Mountain Tour i All attending the National Convention left the rries and cares of the working part of the sessions bind and took to the bills for one lovely relaxing gy. Alberta Day was a beautiful experience and to be ing and turning up the steep mountain roads in right June sunshine. made us feel a part of those jestic Rockies. The Alberta Women’s Institutes and F.W.I.C. are e commended for the fine change of pace which ded many stops and lots of visiting. e wide side windows and the skylights in all of u 2 buses made the trip a real treat. the mountains d rivers could be viewed from many angles. Mount Norquay and the Sulphur mountains were 'er to see and the mountain road twisting and turn- ; along the Bow River was scenic and breathtaking. e glacier that fed Lake Louise was as emerald as ’ picture postcard, and we enjoyed walking through huge hotel with all its elegance. V 3 Our picnic lunch at Emerald Lake allowed all of . “fig ladies to mingle, enjoy the scenery and oh how ‘se cameras clicked. Along the tour. everyone had a rice to view the highest water fall in Canada "Ta- ' kkau". The Indian name means “It is magnificent" we all had an opportunity to walk over the Natua Bridge with the rushing. sparkling waters below. t a thrill. a highway switch back. (the bus backs the steep incline and continues on) we all held our ath and the comments were many and varied. Western Barbecue â€" Indian Grounds, Banfi The last evening of the Convention was a fun I. We all travelled by bus to the Indian Camp unds outside Banfi' for a delicious barbecue. The unds had three large circular tents open at the top. h picnic tables around the outside and a spot in the _nter for a campfire. Outside this tent area a building housed the equip- : rtt for cooking the meat. The aroma of 580 lbs. of A e rib roast cooking floated through the air. which sted as good as it smelled. The roasts were trans- . fled to serving tables inside the tents and we quickly ed up to be served. Huge helpings of beef. baked ans and tossed salad to be followed with pie and “fee. Cowboys sang. the women sang and danced and Mrs. Hugh MacMillan from Williamsburg was seen playing the violin. The evening passed so quickly and it was time to return to the Banff centre. Conveners' Challenge Under the convenership of Mrs. George Clarke, Newfoundland. an excellent presentation of the work being carried on by F.W.I.C. was presented in a unique way. All conveners worked together in this ef» fort. A revolving pyramid made by Mrs. Northey allowed each convener to use a side. and United Na- tions the top. to challenge all delegates to use their own ideas and initiative. Citizenship & Education: Mrs. Carmen Inglis. Nova Scotia. Reports indicate the Women‘s Institutes are a very concerned group. but felt the public were not aware of our many projects. Good response was given in the questionnaire “Do you favour legalizing marijuana?" We are happy over the policy of the government not to legalize marijuana at this time. Other studies and concern on venereal diseases and Human Rights. The R.C.M.P. observe their Centennial in 1973. their motto is “Maintain the Right". We must realize re- spect for law and order is essential for everyone‘s pro- tection. Studies continue on Status of Women. particu- larly Day Care Centres. Abortion. Divorce laws. Family Planning. Motto chosen at the Convener‘s Conference “The hand that rocks the cradle rules the World". Take time to rock that cradle and hold your role as a mother in high esteem. That hand is the hub of your family circle which encircles your family and reaches out to your community and the world â€" wield it well! Home Economics and Health: Mrs. Lewis Northey. Alberta Women's Institute members have dealt with many topics relating to Family Living. Learning to cope ef- fectively as a wife. mother. consumer and a citizen in the community, presents many challenges and provides many ideas for programs. Many other voluntary or- ganizations are aided through the efforts of Women's Institutes. continued on next page I7