Pitched-in and picked up

Pitched-in and picked up The Port McNeill Sparks

The Port McNeill Sparks, Brownies, Guides and Pathfinders held their annual Pitch-In Event Monday.

Apr. 26, 2012 5:00 a.m.
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The Port McNeill Sparks, Brownies, Guides and Pathfinders held their annual Pitch-In Event Monday. Fun was had by all as they picked-up and collected 10 garbage bags of refuse. Cathy Griffith photo

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