Proud grandpa

Vic Gill’s summer circuit included taking in a championship lacrosse tournament and visiting with old friends

by Marie Milner — August 04, 2015

Vic Gill with his Okanagan truck camper — Vic Gill of Coquitlam, B.C., made a stop in Cranbrook on his way home from the 2015 Canadian Female Box Lacrosse Championships in Calgary. — John Milner photo

Who:

Vic Gill, retired machinist, of Coquitlam, B.C.

Style of rig:

Okanagan truck-camper

What’s the purpose of your trip?

It included seeing my 15-year-old granddaughter, Cassandra, compete in the 2015 Canadian Female Box Lacrosse Championships in Calgary. This was very special: Team BC took two golds and a silver, and my granddaughter’s team was one of the gold medal winners.

What brings you to Cranbrook?

I’m visiting an old friend and former work colleague. Having the camper is a great way to visit—I spend the day and evening with my friends and then I get to sleep in my own bed. It’s very convenient for everyone.

Where to next?

I’m off to Osoyoos to visit with more old friends, and then home.

A row of smiling women wearing casual summer clothing and holding out stemmed glasses of orange liquid

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by Marie Milner