the latter moments of the first half. Roar skipper Matt McKay was influential across the park and went close to scoring his first goal of the season, only to be denied by a flailing left leg from Thomas.

An incredible first half continued to amaze as the Roar reduced the margin to one goal through an own goal from James Donachie. Brandon Borrello had a golden opportunity to incredible restore parity for the visitors but was unable to find a teammate with a low ball across goal.

Similar to the first half, the Roar opened the second period the brighter of the two sides with play almost exclusively camped in the Victory half.

The match was flipped on its head shortly before the hour mark as Chris Beath brandished a straightto lead tours along Whistlers lakes. Sometimes Thompson leads the group himself, but mostly he goes along as an extra set of eyes.

During those walks around Alta Lake and Green Lake, Thompson helps to compile a list of birds spotted. Over time those lists will be used to show what varieties of birds call Whistler home and when; where those birds live; and, given enough years, those lists will also show change, for better or for worse.

For his contributions to the Whistler Naturalists, and his dedication to the monthly bird walk, Thompson was presented with the societys Naturalist of the Year award at the groups general meeting on Nov. 13.

A homeowner in Whistler since 1981, Thompson was an active member of the Association of Whistler Area Residents for