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M A G A Z I N E O F T H E VE N T A N A CH A P T E R O F T H E S I E R R A CL U B

olume 46, Number 1, 2007

Explore, enjoy and protect the planet

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Editor:Debbie Bulger, [email protected](no change of address calls, please!)

Production:Debbie Bulger, Vivian Larkins,Dale Nutley

Writers:Rita Dalessio, Debbie Bulger,Gillian Taylor, Alisa Gravitz

Photographers:Erica Crawford, Lois RobinMary Dainton, Ed Gilbert,

Joan Jones HoltzProofreaders:

Jim Danaher, Charles Koester,Wolfgang Rosenberg

Distribution:Keith Wood, Jerry HouserDebbie Bulger, Esperanza Hernandez

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While it is the intent ofThe Ventana toprint articles that reflect the positionof the Ventana Chapter, ideas

expressed in The Ventana are those of theauthors, and do not necessarily reflect theposition of the Sierra Club. Articles, graphicsand photographs are copyrighted by theauthors and artists and may be reprinted onlywith their permission.DEADLINES FOR SUBMISSIONS

All materials for publication must be received byhe deadlines listed below. No exceptions.

SUBMISSIONS FORMAT

Please limit articles to 800 words; letters to

300. All submissions may be edited for clarityand length. Email to [email protected] hard copy to editor, address below.PHOTOS

Photos submitted to The Ventana must meethe following requirements: No laser copies ornkjet outputs. Electronic photos should be nomaller than 1200 x 1100 pixels or 300 dpi.

Cover photos must be 3000 x 2000 pixels. Filmphotos, slides or negatives are fine. Please callhe editor if you have any questions.

WHERE TO SEND SUBMISSIONS

Send submissions to: Debbie Bulger, Editor1603 King Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060e-mail: [email protected] OF ADDRESS

Do not call editor! Send address changes to:[email protected].

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The Sierra Club/Ventana Chapter Volume 46 Number 1, 2007

C H A P T E R C H A I R

Thank you, Sam

Last November, the people of theUnited States voted across thenation against Republican candi-

dates favoring the continuation and esca-lation of this Administrations war inIraq. The Democrats regained control ofthe House and the Senate, and already

we are seeing important changes in bothhouses. We are also fortunate to have asour own Congressperson, Sam Farr.

On January 11, after President Bushgave a speech to the nation escalating thewar effort in Iraq, Farr introduced legis-lation to repeal the Authorization forUse of Military Force Against Iraq Reso-lution of 2002 (Public Law 107-243) andto require the withdrawal of our armedforces from Iraq.

Farr described his frustration with thepresidents refusal to listen to the will ofthe public and expressed deep regret for

the many US troops who have beenkilled and wounded. His analysis of thecurrent increase in violence in Iraq is thatit is political and cannot be helped by ourcontinuing presence in the country andthe keeping of troops in harms way.

Representative Farr is to be com-mended for being the first to introducelegislation against this senseless and arbi-trary war which has caused so manycasualties. Our own troop fatalities standat about 3055; there are an estimated50,000 - 60,000 civilian Iraqis dead andmany more wounded on both sides.

This war has also cost us credibilityand friendship with other nations as well

as billions of dollars that could haspent on health care, poverty, edand environmental clean-up. Acto the Pentagon, the cost of theIraq alone is expected to top 8.4dollars a month for the fiscal yearin September, and the administrexpected to ask Congress soonadditional $100 billion dollars fogency war money.

Farr is to be commended for hness to speak out, assume leaderstake necessary action during thecal times.

Rita Dalessio

Honor conservationnot consumption

While waiting in line at the his-toric Del Mar Theater in down-town Santa Cruz for admission

to one of the free films of the Pacific RimFilm Festival, I started talking to thewoman in front of me. She confided thatthe day before, she was unable to stay foran evening film since she had to go hometo take some clothes off the line.

I live in a mobile home park, sheexplained, and were not supposed tohang laundry outside. She went on todescribe how she had found a spot forher clothesline not easily viewed by oth-ers since her unit was next to the fence.But I really needed to get home and

take the clothes in before someone com-plained.

Whats wrong with this picture? Whyis it that someone who is doing some-thing wonderful for the environment,doing something wonderful for you andfor me, has to sneak around so nobodysees or complains. People who hang theirlaundry on a clothesline should beapplauded as heroes and given the key tothe city not shunned by neighbors orcensured by the homeowners association.

It seems to me our culture needs a val-ues reorganization. I know it can happen

because it has before. Remembesmoking was considered glamNow its considered unhealthy

lious, or rude. Remember whezealots recycled their bottles anNow its considered ones civic d

Lets change our thinkingactions that reduce our energy cotion. Let us celebrate the little ansteps we all take to save our pla

yourself on the back eveyou replace an incanlight bulb with a cent one. Give

recognition to emwho walk, bike, tak

transportation, or to work. Honorbors who han

clothes on the line inusing a dryer. Reward

members who turn out lights whleave a room. Deliver chocofriends who bring their own baggrocery store. Give gold stars to who walk and bike to school.

You get the idea. Lets changeture. Lets honor conservation nsumption. We need movie stars cle their Hummers and make clothes out to dry fashionable.

Debbie Bulger

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LETTERS

ase Recycle This Paper Again The Sierra Club / Ventana Chapter Volume 46 Number 1, 2007

Contact Your RepresentativesPresident George W. BushThe White House

1600 Pennsylvania Ave. NWWashington, D.C. 20500Comment line: (202) 456-1111FAX: (202) [email protected]

Vice President Dick Cheney(202) [email protected]

Governor Arnold SchwarzeneggerState Capitol BuildingSacramento, CA 95814(916) 445-2841FAX: (916) 445-4633www.governor.ca.gov

Senator Dianne Feinstein331 Hart Office BuildingWashington, D.C. 20510(202) 224-3841; (415) 393-0707

1 Post Street, Suite 2450San Francisco, CA 94104go to website to email

Senator Barbara Boxer112 Hart Office BuildingWashington, D. C. 20510(202) 224-3553(415) 403-0100 (Voice)1700 Montgomery StreetSan Francisco, CA 94111go to website to email

U. S. Representative Sam Farr100 W. Alisal StreetSalinas, CA 93901(831) 429-1976 (Santa Cruz)

(831) 424-2229 (Salinas)(202) 225-6791 (FAX, Washington, D.C

[email protected]. Representative Anna Eshoo698 Emerson StreetPalo Alto, CA 94301(408) 245-2339FAX (650) 323-3498go to website to email

State Senator Abel Maldonado100 Paseo De San Antonio, Suite 206San Jose, CA 95113(408) [email protected]

State Senator Joe SimitianState Capitol, Room 4062Sacramento, CA 95814(916) 445-6747 FAX (916) [email protected]

State Senator Jeff Denham

369 Main Street, #208Salinas, CA 93901(831) [email protected] Representative Anna Caballeassemblymember.Caballero@assembly

Assembly Representative John Laird701 Ocean Street, Room 318-BSanta Cruz, CA 95060; (831) 425-150399 Pacific Street, Suite 555DMonterey, CA 93940(831) 649-2832 FAX (831) [email protected]

The Ventana welcomes letters. Send to:

LETTERS TO THE EDITORThe Ventana, 1603 King StreetSanta Cruz, CA 95060

or email to [email protected] include a phone number withyour letter. Anonymous letters arenot accepted. Letters may be edited

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For more information call 45Debbie Bulger

o wideningThe arrogance of our local transportationlicy-makers is stunning. In voting to

cure funds from the State to widen High-ay 1 they thumbed their noses at the 58%our Countys voters who specifically said

NO WIDENING. They are currentlyending $200,000 on a 100-person taskrce, whose job is to assess the mood forghway widening and other transportationtions. Before this task force had reportedconclusions, the Santa Cruz Regional

ransportation Commission applied forassive highway widening funds.But, in my mind, the biggest insult is to

nore the impact of the automobile on ourmmunity and on our planet. Santa Cruz is

progressive community, but when it comesthe almighty auto, step aside or get runer. Our two mid-County supervisors, Janautz and Ellen Pirie, will only wake up

hen they themselves lose re-election bids.Spike AlperBonny Doon

ats off to VWAFor those of you who have gone into the

entana Wilderness for a leisurely walk,renuous hike, or backpack to enjoy its mes-erizing beauty, have you ever wonderedho keeps these wilderness trails main-ned? Well, let me tell you. The Ventanailderness Alliance is an amazing organiza-

on that has members so tremendously won-rful, strong, hardworking, unselfish, car-g, noble, and very humble. They removegantic trees that have obstructed the trails,aking it sometimes impossible to pass.hey do brush clearing as well. To top thisf, they give up their weekends, withouty! It has been an honor to know these peo-e! HATS OFF TO THEM!Esperanza HernandezSoledad

Sierra Club challengesSeptember Ranch in court

by Gillian Taylor

The 891-acre September Ranch (SR)subdivision proposed for traffic-clogged, water-strapped Carmel

Valley was recently approved by theMonterey County Board of Supervisors(with Supervisor Dave Potter dissent-ing). In response, the Ventana Chapterand co-plaintiffs Patricia Bernardi and

Save Our Carmel River have sued. Wewere not surprised with the Board deci-sion, given its history of failure to prop-erly consider the impacts of develop-ment, including the impacts of the earli-er incarnation of the same project.

Six years ago the Sierra Club success-fully sued over an earlier version of theSeptember Ranch development in whichthe courts (including the AppellateCourt) found that the water analysis wasfaulty. We believe this latest water analy-sis is slicker, but no better.

Attorney Michael Stamp is represent-ing the Club and co-plaintiffs. In addi-tion to the water issue, the Chapter is

challenging the projects huge andunmitigated impacts on Monterey pinesand oaks, among other special species.Over 2600 Monterey pine trees and over800 coast live oaks would be cut down tobuild the luxury housing of this project,which is proposed to be sprawled allover the steep slopes of this fragileecosystem in violation of naturalresource policies and common sense.

Not only is water availability a criticalissue for Carmel Valley and River

species and habitat, but the CarmelRiver is the main drinking water supplyfor the Monterey Peninsula. Faced withthe overdraft of the River and of the Sea-side Aquifer, the County should not be

playing fast and loose with water calcu-lations, analysis, and impacts. Through-out the years of studies and hearings,your Chapter volunteers presentedmaterials and analysis laying out howthe project violates the California Envi-ronmental Quality Act (CEQA) and sev-eral key Master Plan policies.

We believe this is a critical lawsuit dueto the high biological values of theresources under threat and the likelyharm that would come to the CarmelRiver and the publics water supply.After eight years of work, we are seekinga final NO on the project and its adverseimpacts.

How to helpThe Chapter needs your help to pay

legal fees. Please send checks made out tothe Ventana Chapter (not tax-deductible) or to the SC Foundation/Ventana Chapter (tax deductible), andmail to Joel Weinstein, Treasurer, 140Carmel Riviera Drive, Carmel, CA93923.

Moving?Please fill out and mail the c

of address form on page 15email:

address.changes@sierraclubThe post office charges us 70 cents

they handle the address change. Phelp the Club by using the coupo

page 15.

Thank you


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The annual election for the ClubsBoard of Directors is now under-way. In March, those of you who

are eligible to vote in the national SierraClub election will receive in the mail (orby Internet if you chose the electronicdelivery option) your national SierraClub ballot. This will include informa-tion on the candidates and where you

can find additional information on theClubs website.

The Sierra Club is a democraticallystructured organization at all levels. TheClub requires the regular flow of viewson policy and priorities from its grass-roots membership in order to functionwell. Yearly participation in elections atall Club levels is a major membershipobligation. Your Board of Directors isrequired to stand for election by themembership. This Board sets Club poli-cy and budgets at the national level andworks closely with the Executive Direc-tor and staff to operate the Club. Votingfor candidates who express your viewson how the Club should grow andchange is both a privilege and responsi-bility of membership.

Members frequently state that theydont know the candidates and find itdifficult to vote without learning more.

N E W S C L I P S

oastal winLong Beach officials have axed a liq-fied natural gas terminal project by

nanimous vote because of insur-ountable safety concerns, reportsark Massara, Director of the Sierra

lubs Great Coastal Places Campaign.hanks to Club activists who wrote let-rs and worked with our coalition part-rs to halt this project.

ght like a tigerJust before Christmas, a Sacramento

udge ordered the California Fish andame Commission to conduct a reviewdetermine if the California tiger sala-

ander should be listed as an endan-red or threatened species. Two yearso the Commission rejected the peti-

on to list the salamander on dubiousientific grounds. The salamander will protected during the 12-month

view period. The lawsuit was filed byhe Center for Biological Diversity.

Missed opportunityIn December the Coastal Commissiontended the life of the Diablo Canyonuclear Power Plant without taking theep of mitigating the damage caused bye plants once-through seawater cool-g system. The law allowed the Com-ission to permanently protect sur-unding coastline as a mitigation.nfortunately, the Commission did notke that step despite testimony by Sier-Club and other environmental organ-

ations.

Stuck on oil Just before his State of the Union

speech in January, President Bush quiet-ly used his executive authority to lift theban on drilling off the southwest coast ofAlaska in the fragile, salmon-rich waters

of Bristol Bay. When it comes to Big Oil,Bush would rather risk sacrificing theworlds largest salmon run than increasempg standards for motor vehicles. If ourcars, trucks, and SUVs averaged 40 mpg(achievable with existing technology) wewould save more oil than the U.S. cur-rently imports from the Persian Gulf.

Full disclosureAs a result of the recent published

Appellate court decision in the Joy Roadcase, the process of logging in Californiawill be more open to public scrutiny. AllTimber Harvest Plans (THP) that havebeen significantly modified since they

were originally submitted will requirerenotice and recirculation to the public.No longer will the public have to con-stantly visit the California Departmentof Forestry office to check a THP file foradditions and changes. Now if CDF failsto renotify the public, they are in viola-tion of the law. THP can be accessed atftp://thp.fire.ca.gov/THPLibrary/North_Coast_Region/.

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You can learn more by asking quof your group and chapter leaand other experienced membeknow. Visit the Clubs election www.sierraclub.org/bod/2007eThis site provides links to adinformation about candidates, anviews on a variety of issues facClub and the environment.

You should use your own juby taking several minutes to readlot statement of each candidatemake your choices and cast youYou will find the ballot is quite sforward and easy to mark. A gnumber of members find the usely Internet voting option to be vvenient as well as saving postage.

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In a surprise move, on January 16, theCalifornia Department of Forestry(CDF) rescinded its approval of a tim-

r harvest plan (THP) submitted by theavenport cement plant owned byemex/RMC, a Mexican multi-nationalrporation. CDF took this extraordi-

arily unusual move in response to ahone call and follow-up letter submit-d earlier that day by Jodi Frediani,hair of the Santa Cruz Countyroups Forestry Task Force.The Cemex THP has the potential torther devastate the San Vicente Creekatershed with detrimental results fore drinking water source of the com-unity of Davenport. As noted in the

st issue ofThe Ventana, 20 years of log-ng, which created an extensive dirtad network in the San Vicente Creekatershed, has resulted in high turbidityvels in San Vicente Creek. The result-t turbid water has necessitated a Boil

Water order for the residents of Daven-

California Department of Forestry pullsapproval of Cemex logging plan

Public comment closed prematurely

port for the last two winters. In Novem-ber, 2006, the U.S. Environmental Pro-tection Agency (EPA) listed San VicenteCreek as a sediment-impaired water-body. The contaminant source was listedas silviculture, or logging.

The Santa Cruz County Groupapplauds this rescission. CDF prema-turely approved the THP on January 10,by closing public comment before thepublic had a chance to review andrespond to the plan. In addition, theSanta Cruz County representative onthe Timber Harvest Review Team notonly did not receive notification of aReview Team meeting in December (andwas therefore unable to attend), but also

was not informed that public commenthad closed before she submitted com-ments on behalf of the County.

As a result, the public comment peri-od has been extended for 30 days, untilFebruary 20. Both the Sierra Club andCOAST, a Davenport environmental

group, intend to submit comments onthe logging plan which did not adequate-ly respond to the recent EPA listing ofSan Vicente Creek as an impaired water-way.

How to help Write Leslie Markham, Division

Chief, Forest Practice, CaliforniaDepartment of Forestry, 135 RidgewayAvenue, Santa Rosa, CA 95401 regard-ing the Cemex/RMC THP, 1-06-080SCR; or e-mail Ms. Markham:[email protected].

Tell Chief Markham to prohibitWinter Operations as requested by theCounty and to require no cutting next tothe streams as specified by the Depart-

ment of Health Services in order to pro-tect drinking water sources. Some writ-ers might want to ask that no more log-ging be permitted until the current waterquality problems for Davenport areresolved.

In yet another twist, the MontereyCounty Board of Supervisors recent-ly adopted a developer-friendly Gen-

al Plan despite a promise the Boardade in late December to put both theommunity General Plan Initiative andeir developer-friendly Plan head toad on the June ballot. The Boardstion means that the new General Plannow in effect, allowing sprawl projectsch as Rancho San Juan to proceedrevocably before citizens have a chancevote.To prevent this developer-friendly

an from being implemented, Coalitionembers are collecting signatures to

ualify a referendum to overturn the

veloper-friendly General Plan.The saga of updating the Montereyounty General Plan has been a long,rturous chess game between the BoardSupervisors representing developers

terests and a coalition of communityoups fighting to give Monterey Coun-residents an alternative to sprawl. It

as morphed into a fight to defend theoples constitutional right to vote.The battle has spread over almost

ght years entailing four General Planafts, three referenda, one initiative,

Club collecting signatures to overturnMonterey County General Plan

countless public meetings, and severallawsuits. As part of a broad coalition ofcommunity organizations, the VentanaChapter has been deeply involved in thishistoric struggle to prevent MontereyCounty from turning into anotherOrange County.

For almost a year, the County inter-fered with the legally-qualified, anti-sprawl initiative backed by the VentanaChapter. The Board majority claimedthe initiative petition violated the feder-al Voting Rights Act because it wasnttranslated into Spanish. They continuedto stonewall past the November 2006

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C A L E N D A R

Club Events Non-Sierra Club events of interestThe following activities are not sponsored or administered by the Sierra Club. The Club makes no representations or warrantiethe safety, supervision or management of such activities. They are published only as a reader service.

Friday - Sunday, February 23-25

Banff Mountain Film Festival

Join UC Santa Cruz Recreation when theBanff Mountain Film Festival WorldTour brings the spirit of outdoor adven-

ture to Santa Cruz at the Rio Theatre.Feb 23 & 24 at 7:00 p.m. and Feb. 25 at2:00 p.m. for a family matinee. For tick-ets and info contact UCSC Recreation,459-2807 or visitwww.ucscrecreation.com. Tickets sold atBugaboo, Pacific Edge, and UCSC TicketOffice. $10 Students/Seniors, $12 Gener-

al. Tickets $2 more at door.

Saturdays

Habitat restorationCaliforniaNative Plant SocietyVolunteer to restore native habitat inState Parks in Santa Cruz Co. Wear lay-ered work clothing. Bring water &gloves. Tools provided. 10:00 a.m. to 1:00p.m. We work rain or shine, but if thingsget particularly unpleasant, we call it aday. Contact Linda Brodman, 462-4041,[email protected]. website:www.cruzcnps.org.

Feb. 10, Natural Bridges State ParkFeb. 24, Quail Hollow Ranch Co. ParkMar. 4, Moore Creek PreserveMar. 17, Call for location

Second and Fourth Saturdays

Habitat restoration

WatsonvilleSecond and fourth Saturdays each month.Sponsored by Watsonville WetlandsWatch. 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Meet atthe Fitz Wetlands Educational ResourceCenter located at Pajaro Valley HighSchool in Watsonville. Gloves, tools anda snack provided. Call Jonathan Pilch,

Joan

Jones

Holtz

Island Hopping in Channel Islands

National Park

See whales, pinnipeds & wildflowers

April 13-16 May 4-7 July 20-23

4-day, 4-island cruises visiting San Miguel, Santa Rosa, Santa Cruz &

Anacapa Islands. $775

August 25-29 September 15-19

5-day, 5-island cruises visiting all five islands included in ChannelIslands National Park: San Miguel, Santa Rosa, Santa Cruz, Anacapa,& tiny Santa Barbara Island. $925.

All cruises depart from Santa Barbara. Prices include assigned bunk,all meals, snacks, beverages & services of ranger/naturalist. Thesecruises are fundraisers to benefit Sierra Club political programs in Cal-ifornia. To make a reservation send $100 check payable to Sierra Clubto Joan Jones Holtz, 11826 The Wye St., El Monte, 91732,626-443-0706, [email protected].

pring, 2007

Channel Island CruisesGo on an island hopping excursion in the

Channel Islands. Four- and five-day cruis-es. See details in the display ad below.These trips are fundraisers to benefit Sier-ra Club political programs in California.Cost for 4-day is $775. Cost for 5-day is$925. All cruises depart from Santa Bar-bara. To make a reservation send $100check made out to Sierra Club to JoanJones Holtz, 11826 The Wye St., ElMonte, 91732. For more info contactJoan at [email protected], 626-443-0706.Website:www.truthaquatics.com/hiking.htm.

728-4106 for more information. Nrience necessary.

Free Wormshops

Learn how worms can eat your foscraps and make beautiful compoyour garden. FREE workshop foCruz County residents. 1:00-3:00 Optional worm bin, $20. Call to worm bin. Sponsored by Santa CCounty Board of Supervisors. CaGrobe, 427-3452.

Sunday, Feb. 18, Quail Hollow RCo. Park, 800 Quail Hollow Rd.,Saturday, Mar. 31, Grey Bears RFacility, 2710 Chanticleer, Santa Saturday, Apr. 21, Wilder Ranchmiles north of Santa Cruz on HwSaturday, May 26, Cabrillo CollHort. Ctr., Demo. Classroom 51Soquel Dr., AptosSaturday, Jun. 23, Scarbororgh G33 El Pueblo Rd, Scotts Valley

Saturdays

Garland Ranch hikesThe Monterey Peninsula RegionaDistrict docents lead hikes at GarRanch Park every Saturday and inSierra Club members to join themupdated list of all hikes may be fotheir website: www.mprpd.org.

Deborah A. MalkinA T T O RNEY A T L A W

Specializing inWills, Living Trusts, Tax-saving Trusts,

and other forms of Estate Planning.Also offering assistance with Conservatorships and Probat

Free initial consultationDiscount offered to Sierra Club members.

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y Alisa Gravitz

With the movie An InconvenientTruth drawing record audienceslast summer, and groups as

verse as the Evangelical Climate Ini-ative and the Pentagon sounding thearm on the coming climate catastro-

he, our country could be on the cusp ofking real action on a very real danger.But how much action is enough toatch the scale of the solution to theale of the problem? Based on the data,ch as rapidly melting polar icecaps,owing that climate change is happen-g faster than anyone had thought, it iscreasingly clear: Baby steps wont do it.We need a bold action plan that canaluate corporate, government, com-unity, and household plans to reduceeenhouse gas emissions, especially car-

on emissions, to levels we can live with.Scientists at Princeton Universitys

arbon Mitigation Initiative (CMI) haveken up this challenge, and propose sta-lizing carbon emissions by dividingis huge task into smaller, doable action

wedges of equal sizeeach with thepacity to reduce carbon emissions by 1llion tons/year by 2054. CMI lists 15

ossible wedges, out of which we needachieve just seven to reach carbon sta-

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Step by step, the Sierra Club PajaroRiver Watershed Committee con-tinues its work toward achieving its

al that the flood protection plan fore Pajaro contributes to a healthy,stored River. The Committee, com-

osed of members from both the Ven-

tana Chapter and the Loma Prieta Chap-ter, is working to educate politicians andnumerous agency personnel that it isimperative to consider the entire water-shed in any flood protection plan. TheCommittees task reached a critical turn-ing point in 2006 as the Pajaro wasnamed Americas #1 most endangeredriver.

The Pajaro often rushes relentlessly to

the Bay pinched between narrow leveesthat prevent it from taking gracefulmeanders which are its natural bent andwhich would slow the erosive speed ofthe water and make the channel morestable. What happens upstream has animpact on water quality and floodingdownstream. Downstream, the commu-nities of Watsonville and Pajaro haveflooded repeatedly. Lining the riverbanks are competing interests that viefor solutions that benefit them. Theseinterests include farming, flood protec-

tion, sand and gravel mining, develop-ment, public access, and environmentalprotection.

Little by little the Committees inputis being taken seriously and reviewed bythe agency personnel who will influencewhatever projects are proposed. In 2003,the Chapter funded hydrologic work byPhil Williams Associates which discloseda serious stability problem of the lower

Pajaro. Subsequent work has resulted ina plan by Santa Cruz and MontereyCounties to excavate benches of thelower Pajaro and set back the levees toallow the River to meander slightly in itspresent channel. The Committee contin-ues to advocate that this plan be imple-mented.

The Army Corps of Engineers willsubmit a report on the river with sug-gested projects this summer. To date, theCorps has not agreed to a watershedstudy for the upper river. The Commit-

Pajaro River Committee continues to make progre

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tee continues to work for a totashed plan by writing letters and ting comments at the multiplemeetings that regulate the riverletters and testimony are very cworded and scrutinized by scientlegal consultants to represent oronmental interest very clearly.

The partnership of the twoClub Chapters, one from the

watershed and one from thewatershed, can serve as a modelcooperation needed to address thissues of the Pajaro River by the entities. If you wish to be a partpromising work, call any of thmittee members to find out mor

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n December, as requested by the Peb-ble Beach Company, the MontereyCounty Board of Supervisors votedrescind their March 15, 2005 approvalMeasure A and the massive Pebble

each Company golf course/buildingspansion project. The Supervisors also

oted in favor of a resolution of intent toprove the project once it returns to the

oard. Since PBC hasnt revealed whatat revised project will consist of, the

upervisors actually voted to supportme future project that has yet to bescribed or analyzed.That March hearing, two years ago,

as attended by many local and nationalvironmental groups and private citi-ns harshly critical of this destructive

an to cut down 18,000 trees andstroy the wetland and forest habitatr several endangered and threatenedecies. The hearing went on for hoursd included a statement from the Cali-rnia Coastal Commission Chair, Megaldwell, explaining the impropriety ofe Boards approving Measure A beforewent to the Coastal Commission forrtification.The pro-development Board disre-rded all these concerns and heartilyproved Mea-re A and theoject. Fol-wing Board

Supervisorsproval, near-

two dozenpeals withe Coastalo mmis s io nere filed including one from the Ven-na Chapter. Since then, there haveen over a hundred stories in the State,

ational, and international press, largelynflattering to the project. The primarycus of these articles has been aboutckroom politicians maneuvering toplace responsible Coastal Commis-oners with ones who favor the Pebble

Supervisors vote in favor ofmystery project

BEACH UPDATE

Beach project.The majority of the 200 people who

showed up for the March 2006 CoastalCommission hearing spoke against theproject. The Commission staff gave com-pelling reasons why this project violatedthe Coastal Act. The matter was contin-ued to the June meeting, but fearingdenial, the Pebble Beach Company with-drew their proposal.

Now we have an approval, sightunseen, from the Board. This latestaction is typical of the control andpower the Pebble Beach Company hasover the Supervisors.

How to helpThe Chapter needs your help to pay

legal fees. Please send checks made out to

the Ventana Chapter (not tax-deductible) or to the SC Foundation/Ventana Chapter (tax deductible), andmail to Joel Weinstein, Treasurer, 140Carmel Riviera Drive, Carmel,CA 93923.

The Supervisors actuallyvoted to support somefuture project that has

yet to be described oranalyzed.

Ed

Gilbert

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n September 30, a grouSierra Club hikers led byGilbert found The Croo

Giant, a dual-trunk redwood trethe Purissima Creek Redwoods OSpace Preserve. The main trunk ofgiant redwood is about 13 feediameter and sports a massive branch that is as big as many gsized redwood trees.

This tree is located in the remote southwestern corner ofpreserve, along the Lobitos CTrail, near the blind end of the Ridge Trail. To view this tree,shortest route is three miles fromsouthern entrance to the preserveTunitas Creek Road, south of Moon Bay. This route passes 2102-foot Bald Knob Mountain.

Dwarfed by a Giant

Dwarfed by The Crooked Giant rwood, local hikers pause for a photoBack row, L to R: Lucca DiCicco, PBurnham, Bruce Abt, Steve WilliamPeter Klembara. Front from L: Lisa ell, Claudia MacLeod, Helga WiencKimbo Schott.


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RootsArticles from old Ventana newsletters

Remembering our history

Mary

Dainton

Joyce Stevens, long-time VentanaChapter member, celebrated her 80thbirthday in January with about 100

ends in Carmel. Joyces many interestsd hobbies inspired the party decor,hich included posters of her hero, Johnuir; the River Rat trophy, (a broken

ems from 1970

Reported in April 1970, a plan toeliminate automobiles fromYosemite Valley: At Big Mead-

w incoming visitors . . . would be trans-rred to an automated transit system onacks for the seven-mile trip to the Val-

y. The system is envisioned as quiet,expensive, and operated on a 24-hoursis. Overnight accommodations andmping would still be permitted in thealley, but visitors would have to useublic transit or walk.May 1970 found Earl Moser makingese comments: Gross National Prod-t as a measure of economic benefit ising questioned. Why must the U.S.nsumer each year use 5% more coke

ottles, 5% more gasoline, 5% more oferything? This widespread concept

that we must grow economically willresult in eventual use of all ourresources.

On May 16, 1970, Morse Trine andCorky Matthews led a climb of PicoBlanco.

September, 1970: The SF Bay Chap-ter is seeking support for Rep. W.S.Maillards bill SR18071 to establish the

Golden Gate National Recreation Areain San Francisco and Marin Counties.The Chapter announced an

Aluminum Round-up for October 24,1970. Teenage sorters, stampers andsackers will stand by at the four Mon-terey Peninsula high schools from 9 a.m.to 1 p.m. to handle any bags or cartonsof aluminum cans, foil or TV dinnertrays. The students were raising moneyto finance a film on coastal conservationbeing produced by Jack Holmgren,Mark Thompson, and Richard Olson.

paddle); other outdoor paraphernalia,and maps of a few favorite places. Sur-prising the party organizers, Joyceenhanced the ambiance by arriving withher own display of brochures of her cur-rent project, a proposed Monterey PineForest Park!

Enrollment for the WatsonvilleWetlands Watch 2007 docent classis now open. New docents will

attend a six-week training course begin-ning March 14. The course will be heldWednesday evenings and Saturday

mornings at a cost of $35.Volunteers who enroll will be treated

to an inside look at the Pajaro Valley andits wide network of wetlands. Trainingwill cover the ecology, history andrestoration of the wetlands and will pre-pare new docents to assist teachers dur-ing field trips.

Docents will be expected to assistteachers with at least two 3-hour fieldtrips a month into the wetlands. In addi-tion to assisting with student field trips,docents have the opportunity to help

Docents needed for Watsonville Wetlands

with wetlands restoration projectin the library of the Fitz Wetlancation Resource Center, or act asthe Center on the Pajaro ValleSchool campus.

The ideal docent is comfortab

young people, loves nature, and icommunicator, stated Kathy ling, director of the program.

Watsonville Wetlands Watch iprofit community-based organdedicated to the protection, restand appreciation of the wetlaPajaro Valley. For more informto enroll the in the spring docening program, contact Kathy FieVolunteer Coordinator of thsonville Wetlands Watch, 427-06deadline for enrollment is March

Guests recalledmany great adventures with Joyce and heard emcee Art Haseltinelist some of Joyces many accomplish-ments for Mother Nature. After Artsummarized Representative Sam Farrsstatement about Joyce for the Congres-sional Record, Supervisor Dave Pottersaide, Belinda Arbogast, presented aproclamation of Joyces local achieve-ments for coast and pines. A past chapterchair, a leader in establishing our book-

store in Carmel, editor of several edi-tions of our Trail Guideand map of theVentana and Silver Peak Wilderness, Joyce continues to lead hikes and helpwith beach planting and much more.

I nby

love oThings,

composedown verses

classic Georling Abalon

from the old Carmel. Of the

submitted, hersample:

Oh, some like stoutand some like troutSalami and baloney;

But I can only drink my bWashed down with Abalo

Happy BirthdaJoyce!

Joyce Stevens turns 80!

bout 100 friends gathered in January to wish Joyce Stevens a Happy Birthday.

Joyce dispResolutionRepresentSam Farr


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F E B R U A R Y

Friday, February 9

HIKE: PINNACLES

Starting on the west side, well hike an 8+mile loop including Juniper Cyn, High Peaks,Balconies and Caves. Wonderful views andsome narrow, steep and maybe wet stretches.Leisurely pace. Bring lunch, water, sturdyshoes, and a flashlight for the caves. Meet atMPC parking lot A at 8:30 a.m. (bring changefor the parking) or Chaparral parking lot,West Pinnacles, at 10:00 a.m. (National Parkentrance fee). Rain cancels. Leaders: Cath Far-rant and Mary Dainton, 372-7427.

Saturday, February 10

HIKE: GAZOS/ MOORE CREEKS

A combo of two shorter walks . First well do4 miles on Gazos Creek with a waterfall andfinish with the same distance at Moore Creek,which is Santa Cruz Citys Open Space Pre-serve at the northwestern city limits. 1000' ofelevation gain. Meet at 9:30 a.m. at the SantaCruz County Government Center to car-pool. Call Nick for additional information.Leader: Nick Wyckoff, 462-3101.


HIKE: DANISH CREEK

From the Los Padres Dam well hike 3 milesup the Big Pines Trail and then drop down tothe creekside campsite on little Danish Creek.Should be fewer ticks and much less poisonoak than in the spring/summer. 9 miles with1400' elevation gain. Bring lunch and water.Meet at mid-valley Safeway shopping centernear the bank at 8:30 a.m. Leader: Larry Par-rish, 622-7455.

Sunday, February 11WALK: WILDER STATE PARK

Please join us for a leisurely walk on the Bald-win Creek loop trail in Wilder State Park.Meet at the County Government Center at9:30 a.m. for a short carpool to our starting

point. Bring lunch. Back by early afternoon.Call leaders Celia or Peter Scott at 423-0796 ifyou have questions.

Sunday, February 11

HIKE: PINE VALLEY

The Ventana Wilderness has an unforgettablebeauty that will stay with you eternally. Well

start our ascending hike at China Cdown to Church Creek Divide, up Ridge Trail, to the Bear Basin ConnPine Valley where hopefully we wivisit my good friend legendary Jackwho always has wonderful tales to shus in his warm and cozy cabin by t15-mile loop. Bring plenty of food, w

ered clothing, gloves and $ for carpfor meeting place, time and infoLeader: Esperanza Hernandez, 678-1

Tuesday, February 13

SENIOR SAUNTER: ANTONELLI P

Well start our 3-mile easy walk awest side of Antonelli Pond, visit thless Garden, then on to Terrace PoinSeymour Center. Well return to Bridges via De Anza Lagoon for lunat Sears 41st Ave. before 9:30 a.mDelaware Ave. in Santa Cruz just paton Ave. at Natural Bridges entranclunch, water, $2 carpool. Leader: Jeason, 425-5447.

Wednesday, February 14HIKE: WUNDERLICH COUNTY PA

This park is in Woodside off Intereast of Skyline Blvd. Well start this m7-mile hillside hike in the oakwood bbehind the historic stable of theRanch complex. The 290 park acreof open meadows, canyons with nsprings, and dense second growth


R A T I N G S

ENERAL INFORMATION:

All outings begin and end at the trailhead.arpooling to and from the trailhead is strict-a private arrangement between the driverd his/her guests. Carpool drivers are notents or employees of the Sierra Club.GLS = Gay & Lesbian Sierrans. All are

elcome on GLS outings.

XPLANATION OF RATINGS:

The outings described vary in difficultyom leisurely walks to strenuous hikes. Thellowing explanation are general guidelines.or more information about the difficulty ofparticular hike, call the leader):Walk: Between 2-5 miles, leisurely pace.Easy: No more than 5 miles; slight eleva-

on gain; easy pace.Moderate: 5-10 miles; up to 2,000' gain;ots; better than average fitness required.Strenuous: May involve off-trail hiking;

manding pace; for experienced hikers inod condition only.

M E E T I N G P L A C E S

RECTIONS:

Black Bear Diner Park and Ride: Thisrking lot is on Rio Road in Carmel.Albertsons/Bagel Bakery: Heading southHwy. 1, pass through Monterey. One mile

st the Ocean Ave. intersection, turn left onarmel Valley Rd. Almost immediately, turnght at the light toward the stores. Albert-

ns and Bagel Bakery are on the right.Santa Cruz County Govt. Center: Thege grey building at the corner of Ocean andater in Santa Cruz. We meet at the corner ofe parking lot nearest to the gas station.Felton Faire: From Santa Cruz take Gra-m Hill Rd. toward Felton. Just after youss Roaring Camp (on the left), make a rightto Felton Faire shopping center. We meet ate edge of the Safeway parking lot nearestraham Hill Rd.41st Avenue Sears: From Hwy. 1 in Capi-

la, take the 41st Avenue exit and continueward the ocean on 41st Avenue toward theall. Pass the main Mall entrance and turnght into the next entrance heading towardars. We meet behind the bank located atst and Capitola Road. Senior Sauntereets in Sears parking lot close to 41st Ave.MPC Parking Lot: Monterey Peninsula

ollege Parking Lot. From Hwy. 1 take theshermans Wharf exit, go straight one block,rn left and left again into the first parkingt, parking lot A. This is the site of thehursday Farmers Market. Plenty of parkingthout a fee on weekends.

In the interest of facilitating the logistics of some outings, it is customary thatparticipants make carpooling arrangements. The Sierra Club does not haveinsurance for carpooling arrangements and assumes no liability for them. Car-

pooling, ride sharing or anything similar is strictly a private arrangementamong the participants. Participants assume the risks associated with this travel.

Club events such as potlucks, slideshows and other

get-togethers are on page 6 in the

Calendar listings.

Notice

O U T I N G S

Sierra Club encourages outingsparticipants to walk, bicycle, andtake the bus to outings meetingplaces.

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O U T I N G S

oves. In 1872 Simon Jones planted fruitees and grapes and started Hazel Woodrm here. It is a steep park, but it has excel-

nt graded trails. Bring lunch and water.eet at Sears 41st Ave. at 9:00 a.m. ($5) or ate entrance to the park at 4040 Woodsideoad off Hwy. 280 at 10:15 a.m. Leader:ane Cornell, 423-5925.

turday, February 17

KE: SARATOGA GAP & LONG RIDGE

9-1/2 mile double-loop hike starting frome parking lot at the intersection of Hwy. 9d Skyline Blvd. Well hike along the Sarato-Gap Trail into Upper Stevens Creek Coun-Park. There well look for the Ohlone

rinding Stone before crossing Skyline Blvd.to Long Ridge along the Hickory Oak Trailth its magnificent vistas over the Santa

ruz Mountains to the ocean. From there,ell hike north to the 3.6-mile Peters Creekd Long Ridge Trails Loop. Along the way,ell pass a beautiful lily-pad pond borderinge private Jikoji Zen Buddhist retreat. West-n pond turtles and wild turkey are often

en here. Then we will hike back to theickory Oak Trail to the Achistaca Trail ande Skyline-to-the-Sea Trail to our cars. Meetthe Santa Cruz County Government Cen-

r at 9:00 a.m. or at Felton Faire at 9:20 a.m.

Bring water, lunch and $5 for carpool. Leader:Ed Gilbert, 685-8389.


HIKE: WILDCAT CANYON/TORO PARK

A crisp winter day is a good time for thisclimb up a narrow path to the Toyon Trail,where well find a sunny spot for lunch and

great views as we circle back down to the parkentrance. The trails are steep in spots, butwell take an easy pace and not exceed 4-5miles. Dress in layers (chilly in canyon/windyup top), wear boots or shoes with good tread;hiking stick optional. Bring lunch and water.Meet outside the entrance to Toro CountyPark (just west of Hwy. 68 at Portola Driveexit) at 9:45 a.m. Rain cancels. For detaileddirections, call before Feb. 16. Leader: MaryGale, 626-3565.

Tuesday, February 20

SENIOR HIKE: WILDER RANCH

Well climb the Baldwin Loop 3.5 miles withmoderate steep uphill and great ocean views.No restroom facilities, but we can use rest-rooms at park headquarters. Meet before 9:30a.m. at Sears 41st Ave. or at Mission & KingSts. by Shens Gallery by 9:50 a.m. To godirect, drive past Wilder Ranch entranceabout 2 miles. When you see sign on r ight say-ing Quilted Fish park in lot to the left.

Rough surface. Bring lunch, water, $3 car-pool. HEAVY TICK AREA. Bring repellent.Leader: Brooke Ewoldsen, 475-6188.

Thursday, February 22

HIKE: POINT LOBOS/GRAND LOOP

Point Lobos is the crown jewel of Californiasstate park system, and we are very fortunate

to have it nearby. Our hike takes us alongtree-clad headland trails with spectacularviews where we are certain to see a variety ofwildlife and some early wildflowers. 6 mileswith very little elevation gain. Bring water,lunch and binoculars (optional). Meet at theBlack Bear Diner Park & Ride on Rio Road inCarmel at 9:30 a.m. Call to confirm hike.Leader: Lynn Bomberger, 375-7777.


HIKE: HENRY COE STATE PARK (SOUTH)

Theres a short section of winter wildflowerson the way to Wilson Peak in this fairly stren-uous park. 11 miles with 1700' elevation gain.Meet at 9:30 a.m. at the Santa Cruz CountyGovernment Center to carpool. Call Nick foradditional information. Leader: Nick Wyck-off, 462-3101.

Sunday, February 25

HIKE: MITTELDORF PRESERVE

Join me on this wonderful hike around theMitteldorf Preserve, administered by the BigSur Land Trust. 9 miles and 2000' elevationgain. Great views from the high points. Letsadmire the gorgeous redwoods in the valleyand, I hope, the first spring flowers. Bringlunch and water and wear good shoes. Meet atthe San Carlos Ranch Gate, 1 mile off CarmelValley Road at 9:00 a.m. Call leader for reser-vation. Leader: Anneliese Suter, 624-1467.

Tuesday, February 27SENIOR SAUNTER: ANO NUEVOThis is a 3-mile hike from a trailhead locatedon Hwy. 1 across from Coastways Ranch(now closed). Parking at trailhead. Additionalparking on north side of Hwy. 1. Well walkthe trails to the breeding beaches and back toVisitors Center for lunch. Dress for weather.Bring lunch, water and $4 carpool. Meetbefore 9:30 a.m. at Sears 41st Ave. or at Mis-sion & King Sts. next to Shens Gallery at 9 :50a.m. If you go direct, call leader for directions.Leader: Joan Brohmer, 462-3803.

Wednesday, February 28

HIKE: RANCHO SAN ANTONIO CO PARK

Well hike over 9 miles of this preserves 23miles of trails through a number of plant com-munities and wildlife habitats. There is even aworking farm with cow, pigs, goats, sheep,chickens, and an organic garden. Last year wesaw a beautiful bobcat walking under thelargest heritage bay tree. Early wildflowersmay be in the meadows, and at one point thetrail follows a fern-walled narrow canyon. Ona clear day we can see Mt. Tamalpais to thenorth and Mt. Hamilton to the east. Bringwater and lunch. To carpool meet at Sears41st Ave. at 9:00 a.m. ($4), or drive to thetrailhead by 10:00 a.m. taking Foothill Blvd.0.2 miles to Cristo Rey Drive and find the

northwest parking lot in the parkDiane Cornell, 423-5925.

M A R C H

Saturday, March 3

AFTERNOON STROLL: POINT LOB

Lets take our binoculars and go foreasy afternoon stroll around the Grove and Sea Lion Point Trails, for whatever critters and flowers migthemselves. If we have any energy left, we might see if we can climb toof Whalers Knoll, elevation 180', wmight holler Thar She Blows!! Or nat 1:30 p.m. at the Rio Road Park andat 2:00 p.m. at the start of the Cypre

Trail inside the Reserve. Hard rainLeader: Mary Gale, 626-3565.

Saturday, March 3

HIKE: WEST MOLERA

Hike with us the beautiful West Molwith great views of the Big Sur coapristine pocket beach. 8 miles and 1vation gain. Wear boots; bring lu

water. Meet at Albertsons in Carmat 9:00 a.m. Heavy rain cancels. LeadLegnard, 402-1422.

Sunday, March 4

HIKE: CONE PEAK TO MEMORIALCAMPGROUND

This hike will require a car shuttle, to know how many people are comweek in advance. Only 8 people per vhave a 2nd van, 8 more. This beautifugettable 16-mile hike with 2000' gain requires stamina and enduranchike along the ever-winding ArroRiver. From Cone Peak our vistas wiAntonio Lake, Nacimiento Lake, thOcean, and Fort Hunter Liggett. W

hiking boots, dress in layers, bring pfood, water and $ for carpool. For mcall leader: Esperanza Hernandez 678

Sunday, March 4

HIKE: GARLAND RANCH

We will hike a 4-5 mile loop, up to via Buckeye and Waterfall trails. Briand a snack. Wear footgear with goand be prepared for muddy trails. Hcancels. Meet at Albertsons to carpoa.m. or at the Garland Ranch bridga.m. Leader: Martha Saylor, 372-9215

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ednesday, March 7

KE: NEW BRIGHTON STATE PARK TODDEN BEACH

ts see what we can discover along our ownaches: a place where Chinese fishermen set-d, a new visitors center, and man-made sea-

alls. Well begin at the beach parking lot inew Brighton Beach State Park at 9:30 a.m.

ing lunch and water, and wear shoes fornd and seacliff trails. To carpool meet atars 41st Ave. at 9:00 a.m. ($1). Leader:ane Cornell, 423-5925.

hursday, March 8

KE: GARLAND RANCH

ell hike up the Terrace Trail, then throughe Redwood Cyn and return along Garzasreek. Were certain to see numerous fernsd early wildflowers, plus there are two gor-ous bridged creek crossings! The loop is 4les with 800' elevation gain. Bring waterd a snack or lunch. Meet at the Black Bearner Park & Ride on Rio Road at 10:00 a.m.at the Garzas Canyon trailhead on East

arzas Road at 10:20 a.m. Call to confirm

ke. Leader: Lynn Bomberger, 375-7777.

iday, March 9

KE: OLD COAST ROAD, BIG SUR

ts try again for this great outing that wasned out in December. 11 miles with a lot of

evation gain, up and down through fern-ned redwood canyons with views out to theast and inland to Pico Blanco. Car shuttled walk from Bixby Bridge to Andrew Mol-a. Expect moderate to strenuous hills at asurely pace. Bring lunch and water. Meet ate Black Bear Diner Park & Ride on Riooad in Carmel at 9:00 a.m. Leaders: Cathrrant and Mary Dainton, 372-7427.

turday, March 10

KE: FT. ORD PUBLIC LANDS

. Ord Public Lands are managed by theureau of Land Management (BLM). Creek-de Terrace is a new trailhead where we willart. Well look for early wildflowers andperience BLMs inscrutable trail designa-

on network. The map on the website for Ft.rd Public Lands (find it with Google) willow the general area. 7 miles and 1200' ofevation gain. Meet at 9:30 a.m. at the Maronte exit off Hwy. 1 in Aptos to carpool.all Nick for additional information. Leader:ick Wyckoff, 462-3101.

nday, March 11

KE: MILL CREEK REDWOOD PRESERVE

his is the newest trail built by the Montereyegional Park District, and its gorgeous!ell hike 5 easy miles gaining 250' elevationrough a lovely forest of huge redwoods,adrones, tanbarks and live oaks to a view-int overlooking the coastal mountains ande ocean. We are certain to enjoy early wild-

owers along the trail and at the overlook.all for a reservation; permits are needed.ing lunch and water. Meet at the Black Bearner Park & Ride on Rio Road at 10:00 a.m.ader: Lynn Bomberger, 375-7777.

Tuesday, March 13

SENIOR HIKE: DELAVEAGA

Well walk about 3 miles through redwoodand pine forests. First half is uphill to a view-ing spot. Meet before 9:30 a.m. at Sears 41stAve. or at DeLaveaga Park by restrooms atTwisted Tree picnic area (only if you knowyour way around the hwy. construction).

Dress for weather. Bring water, lunch, $2 car-pool and TICK repellent. Leader: JanetSchwind, 425-3845.

Saturday, March 17

WALK: CARMEL/JEFFERS HOUSE TOUR

This is a two-for-one-outing. First, well walkaround Carmel neighborhoods and along thedrop-dead-beautiful Carmel beach. Then, wehave reservations to tour Robinson Jeffershouse (known as Tor House) that overlooksthe Carmel coastline. World-renowned poet,

Jeffers, built this great landmark house him-self with stone from Carmel beach. The TorHouse tour is $7, but the hike is free (asalways). Reservations required! Space verylimited, phone now! Call leader for meeting

time and place: Joyce Stevens, 624-3149.

Sunday, March 18

HIKE: ROCKY RIDGE/SOBERANES CREEK

Lets enjoy wildflowers in bloom on this 4-6mile loop hike with 1600' elevation gain.Well go up the steep Rocky Ridge trail, overthe grassy knoll and either around and downthrough the redwoods of Soberanes CreekTrail or go further high up and eventuallydown. Unfortunately, this trail is verywashed out. Boots with a good tread and hik-ing poles helpful. Lovely views to the oceanand surrounding hills. Bring water and lunch.Meet at Albertsons in Carmel Valley at 9:00a.m. Leader: Anneliese Suter, 624-1467.

Tuesday, March 20

SENIOR HIKE: SOBERANES/GARAPATA

Scenic 3-mile walk with lunch on the cliffs.Meet before 9:30 a.m. at Sears 41st Ave. To godirect, Soberanes is on Hwy. 1, 7.3 milessouth of Rio Road in Carmel. Look for a barnon left side of road and a grove of cypresstrees on the right. There is parking along theroad on the ocean side. Primitive restroomavailable. Dress for weather. Bring lunch, asit-upon, water, $5 carpool. Leader: BrookeEwoldsen, 475-6188.

Wednesday, March 21

HIKE: STEVENS CREEK SHORELINE

For all those who appreciate a flat trail, this is

it. In 1987 Senate Bill 100, created Ringaround the bay organizing local, regional,and state organizations to develop open spacepreserves around the San Francisco Bay.Stevens Creek Shoreline trail is part of the400-mile preserve link that has been created sofar. There are 210 miles of trail right at thebay front. We will hike the nature trailaround the tidal marsh and beside WhismanSlough. We can view waterfowl and shore-birds, including black-necked stilts, mallards,snowy and great egrets, and great blue herons.Bring lunch and water. Meet at Sears 41stAve. at 9:00 a.m. to carpool ($4), or take

Shoreline Boulevard east off Hwy. 101 inMountain View to the park entrance andparking lot at the end of the road for a 10:00a.m. start. Leader: Diane Cornell, 423-5925.

Thursday, March 22

HIKE: MITTELDORF PRESERVE

Our hike in this Big Sur Land Trust preserve

takes us past a rustic stone lodge, up into aredwood forest, along a lovely creek withmultiple bridged crossings and then high upto spectacular vistas. The 5-mile loop has 900'elevation gain. Please call leader early if youcan bring a 4-wheel or all-wheel-drive vehicle,as we will need them; we will drive over 2miles of (possibly muddy) dirt road to ourtrailhead. Meet at the Black Bear Diner Park& Ride on Rio Road in Carmel at 9:30 a.m.Bring water and lunch. You must call toreserve a space as we are limited to 15 hikers,and there is a security gate. Leader: LynnBomberger, 375-7777.

Saturday, March 24

HIKE: PINNACLES WILDFLOWERS

We may change the date at the last minutedepending on when the wildflowers are readyto put on a show. Check the website (ven-tana.sierraclub.org) or call me on March 21 orlater to confirm. We will have a slow paced,moderately strenuous, 8-mile hike with 1200'elevation gain to enjoy and identify the widevariety of blooming plants in the park. Bringyour flower book, field glasses and camera.Meet at the Santa Cruz County GovernmentCenter at 8:30 a.m. or at the Chaparral park-ing lot at 10:30 a.m. (thats the West side, offHwy. 101). Bring lunch, water, sun protec-tion and comfortable hiking shoes. Leader:George Jammal, 706-4233.

Saturday, March 24

HIKE: TAN BARK TRAIL/TIN HOUSE

This is a moderate 6-mile loop through theredwoods of Partington Canyon. Well hikeup to the ridge with spectacular views of theBig Sur coast. Be prepared for about 2000' ele-vation gain. Wear good shoes and a hat. Bringlunch and water to enjoy at the Tin House.Also bring $ for 1-hour-long carpool. Meet atAlbertsons in Carmel Valley at 10:00 a.m.Well be back around 4:00 p.m. Leader:Andrea Phelps, [email protected].

Sunday, March 25

HIKE: TERRACE CREEK

Lets hike the Pine Ridge Trail (5 miup the great Terrace Creek Trail (2 mthen from the highest point wherehave lunch, down to the Ventana Innof the old Coast Road. 10 miles to2000' elevation gain. Wonderful view

Big Sur coastline. Wear boots, anwater and lunch. Meet at AlbertCarmel Valley at 9:00 a.m. Heavy cels. Leader: Steve Legnard, 402-1422

Tuesday, March 27

SENIOR HIKE: FORT ORD

This is wildflower time, and we usugreat variety. 4-5 miles with some steon Fort Ord Public Lands. Meet bea.m. at Sears 41st Ave. or at Deer Paping Center in Aptos about 9:45 anear gas station. To go direct, takesouth, exit at Reservation Road. Drivto Hwy. 68 and park near end of rlocked gate at 10:45 a.m. Bring lunc$4 carpool. Leader: Joan Brohmer, 4

Wednesday, March 28

HIKE: ST. JOSEPHS HILL OPEN SP

The ranch trail road to the 1253-fooof Saint Josephs Hill is just steep enget the blood pulsing. There are aviews of Lexington Reservoir and sing mountains plus a view of the Bfrom the top which was once a vineyed by the Jesuits. Large manzanitgrow in the areas of serpentine. Wdown into Los Gatos Historical Mulunch. Bring water and lunch. Meet41st Ave. at 9:00 a.m. to carpool ($9:45 a.m. on Alma Bridge Rd. off Hcross the dam to find the 1st parLeader: Diane Cornell, 423-5925.

Saturday, March 31

HIKE: CASTLE ROCK STATE PARK

Well do the traditional Saratoga Ridge trails which hopefully will band clear with views. Approximatelyand 1600' of elevation gain. Meet at at the Santa Cruz County Governmter to carpool. Call Nick for more tion. Leader: Nick Wyckoff, 462-310

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ence with html. Experience with PERL or Ca big plus. Duties include routine or unsched-uled website updates. No content editingneeded. For more information contactGeorge Jammal, [email protected].

Volunteers needed to get phone messages toactivists. YOU are responsible, dependable,and smart. The Club needs someone to tran-cribe phone messages at its Santa Cruz office

and get the messages to our activists. Mustcommit to 2 times/week. Little time commit-ment. To apply, call 768-8187.

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turday, March 31

ALK: ASILOMAR/PEBBLE BEACH

ome along on this 4-mile walk on streets andthways in Pacific Grove and Pebble Beach,en via a trail between fairways to the beachd out to Point Joe. Well return on board-alks with ocean views while looking forrly spring flowers and finish at Asilomar.

ing water and a snack. Done by abouton. Meet across from the Fishwife Restau-

nt on Sunset Drive at Asilomar Blvd. incific Grove at 9:00 a.m. Leader: Marthaylor, 372-9215.

turday, March 31

KE: PINNACLES

ome and celebrate my birthday with me byking my favorite place. Lets do a 12-mileop with 2000' elevation gain, starting at thehaparral Ranger Station to the high peaks.aybe well spot condors. From the highaks we will go down to the reservoir, thensit the Bear Gulch Caves (bats!). Fromere, we will go to the Old Pinnacles Roadhich will take us to the Balconies Caves and

the end of our hike. Wear good hikingots, dress in layers, bring plenty of food,

ater and $ for carpool. For more info, callader: Esperanza Hernandez, 678-1968.

A P R I L

nday, April 1

KE: COMINGS CAMP

om Bottchers Gap well hike up to Devilsak (4 miles, steep!) and then along Skinnerdge Trail another mile or so to the littleed Comings Camp. 10+ miles and close to00' elevation gain. Bring water and lunch,ear appropriate clothing, boots, etc. Lets

hope for good weather. Meet at Black BearDiner Park & Ride on Rio Road in Carmel at8:00 a.m. Leader: Larry Parrish, 622-7455.

Wednesday, April 4

HIKE: SKYLINE RIDGE TRAIL

This was the best 9-mile hike thatwe did last year along Saratoga

Gap. The trail crossesgrassy hills thatexplode withwildflowers inspring. Thereare manyimpressive vistasalong this trail. Well walk under bay trees,madrone, canyon live oak, and black oak.Most views of the ocean are serene with nohuman development visible. The trail is partof the Bay Area Ridge Trail that will eventu-ally circle around San Francisco Bay. Somedownhill and uphill at beginning and end ofthe hike. Bring lunch and water. Meet at Sears41st to carpool ($4) at 9:00 a.m. or at the trail-head northeast corner parking lot where

Hwy. 9 and Skyline Blvd. meet at 10:00 a.m.Leader: Diane Cornell, 423-5925.

Thursday, April 5

HIKE: TORO PARK

This 5-mile hike with 800' elevation gain leadsup a forested valley floor along the OllasonTrail to oak-dotted grasslands covered withwildflowers. We will also see a variety of birdswhich might include wild turkeys, acornwoodpeckers, hawks, robins, jays, and evenwestern bluebirds! Well return on the GilsonGap Ridge through oak groves and meadowswith panoramic mountain views. Meet at the7/11-Citgo at Hwy. 68 & Canyon Del Rey inDel Rey Oaks at 9:30 a.m. Bring water andlunch. Call to confirm hike. Leader: LynnBomberger, 375-7777.

Friday, April 6

HIKE: VEEDER TRAIL/REDWOOD CYN

In spring the Veeder Trail in East GarlandRanch Park hosts a profusion of wildflowers.Our loop hike will be only 3 or 4 miles, but isvery steep both up and downhill. Bring waterand lunch, which well enjoy at the wildlifepond at the high point of our leisurely hike.Meet behind Brintons in Carmel Valley at10:00 a.m. to carpool. Leaders: Cath Farrantand Mary Dainton, 372 7427.

Saturday, April 7

AFTERNOON STROLL: POINT LOBOS

Did you know that Point Lobos has a PineRidge Trail? Neither did I, so well check itout. Elevation is not expected to resemblethat of the Pine Ridge Trail in the VentanaWilderness, but we might spot an ocean fromthe heights! If not, well meander along thesouth shore and then return to Hwy. 1 (andour cars parked outside) via the Mound Mead-ow and Lace Lichen Trails. Meet at 1:30 p.m.at the Rio Road Park and Ride, or at about1:45 p.m. near the entrance station insidePoint Lobos. Hard rain cancels. Leader: MaryGale, 626-3565.

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Saturday - Sunday, March 24-25

PRONGHORN PROTECTIONCARRIZO PLAIN

With little rainfall and few water souspecies that live here are both hardy

dangered. Particularly beautiful are thhorn antelope, which evolved in thopen spaces. Then cattle ranching lefof endless fences, deadly to the pro

Join us for a weekend in this remremoving fencing. Work hard on Ssome time Sun. to enjoy the monumcamp at Selby Campground. Bring the water for the weekend, heavywork gloves, and camping gear. Potnight. Alternate date in case of rain. specialist: Alice Koch. For more infoLeaders: Cal and Letty French, 1414ney Rock Road, Paso Robles, CA 934239-7338). Prefer e-mail: ccfrench@tc

Saturday - Monday, April 28-30

BIRDS, FLOWERS, AND FENCESIN THE CARRIZO

This is an opportunity to both visit aan outstanding and relatively-unational monument. On Sat., wemonument staff in the removal of fento allow pronghorn antelope freer the range. Sun. is for sightseeing. Tfrom the Caliente Mts. are spectaculaflowers may still be blooming; and thment is known for the number and vraptors. Those who can stay throughwill continue fence work with the mstaff. Contact leader Craig Deutsche,6670, or [email protected].

Friday - Wednesday, June 29 - July 4

BACKPACK: GRAND STAIRCASEESCALANTE

Backpack. Escalante Grand StaircaseGulch to Escalante River. Enjoy wand swimming. Hot season but pleasatree-lined creek in deep canyon of red rock and sheer walls. Shady aquent. Lots of wading. See lots of brigflashing after dark. 28 miles round tpack, additional day hiking. To rese$20 made out to Sierra Club (redeposit) to David Hardy, Box 99, Bmond, NV 89004, phone: 702 875mail: (preferred) [email protected]

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Sunday, April 8

HIKE: PICO BLANCO PUBLIC CAMP

Its been a long time since we hiked up to PicoBlanco Public Camp. Lets see how the traillooks! This strenuous hike has a beautifulwaterfall at the end, probably still too cold for

jumping-in. Well cross the south fork of theLittle Sur River and then hike up. 11 miles

with 2000' elevation gain. Wear boots, andbring lunch and water. Meet at Albert-sons in Carmel Valley at 9:00 a.m. Heavyrain cancels. Leader: Steve Legnard, 402-1422.

Wednesday, April 11

SENIOR WALK: POINT SUR LIGHT

Please note this walk is on a WEDNESDAY.This is a two-hour+ docent-led tour of theonly complete turn-of-the-century light sta-tion in California open to the public. There isa 1/2 mile walk from parking lot as well asstairs. Located 19 miles south of Rio Road inCarmel. $8 entrance fee and a $5 carpool fee.No food allowed on tour. Dress in layers.Bring lunch or buy at Rocky Point after thetour. SPECIAL MEETING TIME. 8:15 a.m.at Sears 41st Ave or the Black Bear Diner atRio Road in Carmel at 9:15 a.m. or Hwy. 1 infront of the light station at 9:35 a.m. Leader:Beverly Meschi, 475-4185.

Saturday, April 14

HIKE: PAT SPRING

From Bottchers Gap we will hike a strenuous16 miles with 3000' elevation gain past DevilsPeak until we reach Pat Spring. Well seebeautiful oaks, madrones and pines. The vis-tas from the top are unforgettable. An earlystart will be required for this very long hike.Wear good hiking boots, dress in layers, bringplenty of food, water, $ for carpool, lots of

stamina and endurance. If you have a waterfilter, please let me know. Call for more info.Leader: Esperanza Hernandez, 678-1968.

Sunday, April 15

MOUNTAIN BIKING: FORT ORD

We will explore the trails of the east garrisonarea of Fort Ord. This is a very popular areafor mountain biking, so we must limit thegroup to 12. Helmets are mandatory. Bringwater and a snack. The ride will be on dirtand some pavement. Plan on a 3-hour ride.Meet at the parking lot of the east garrisonentrance at 9:00 a.m. Contact the leaderHenry Leinen, [email protected] (preferred)or by phone, 655-1948.

Wednesday, April 18HIKE & GARDEN TOUR: FILOLI ESTATE

Filoli, located 30 miles south of San Franciscoon the eastern slope of the Coast Range, is a654-acre estate with 16 acres of formal gar-dens. Filoli was built in 1916 for Mr. and Mrs.Bourn, owners of the Empire gold mine inGrass Valley. Mr. Bourn was also owner ofthe Spring Valley Water Co. now know asCrystal Springs Lakes, part of the S. F. waterdepartment today. The gardens and groundswere enhanced by the Roths who bought theestate in 1937. The gardens have terraces,lawns, Celtic knot designs in hedge, pools,

hundreds of roses, and rooms plaLurline Roth. Today the ingedesigned, colorful gardens are maint14 horticulturists, interns, and overunteers. Meet at Sears 41st Ave. at 9:0carpool ($16 entrance to estate and or at 10:00 a.m. in the Filoli parkinHwy. 280 to Edgewood Rd. and n

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Chapter Executive CommitteeChapter Chair Rita Dalessio 16 Via Las Encinas Carmel Valley , CA 93924 659-7046

Vice Chair DAnne Albers P.O. Box 2532 Carmel, CA 93921 375-1389

Treasurer Joel Weinstein 140 Carmel Riviera Dr. Carmel, CA 93923 625-5586

Other Members Julie Engell 15040 Charter Oak Blvd. Prunedale, CA 93907 633-8709

George Jammal 601 Manzanita Ave. Felton, CA 95018 706-4233

Kimberly Marion 310A High St. Monterey, CA 93940 648-1417

Steve Zmak 3200 Crescent Ave. Marina, CA 93933 883-4459

Heather Zissler 615 Lobos Ave. #B Pac. Grove, CA 93950 541-337-7511Admin Chair/Sec Mary Gale 25430 Telarana Way Carmel, CA 93923 626-3565

Coastal Chair DAnne Albers P.O. Box 2532 Carmel, CA 93921 375-1389

Conservation Committee

Co-Chairs Gudrun Beck 23765 Spectacular Bid Monterey, CA 93940 655-8586

Gillian Taylor 52 La Rancheria Carmel Valley, CA 93924 659-0298

ocal Wilderness Committee

Chair Steve Chambers 319 Caledonia St. Santa Cruz, CA 95062 425-1787

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Stephanie Kearns 740 30th Ave. #67. Santa Cruz, CA 95062 475-1308

NC/NRCC Reps. George Jammal 601 Manzanita Ave. Felton, CA 95018 706-4233

Patric ia Matejcek P.O. Box 2067 Santa Cruz, CA 95063 768-8187

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Chair Harr iet Mitteldorf 942 Coral Dr. Pebble Beach, CA 93953 373-3694

Political Chair Terry Hallock P.O. Box 22993 Carmel, CA 93922 915-0266

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ierra Club CouncilDelegate David Epel 25847 Carmel Knolls Dr. Carmel, CA 93923 625-3137

Alternate Rita Dalessio 16 Via Las Encinas Carmel Valley, CA 93924 659-7046

ransportation Committee

Chair Neil Agron 26122 Carmel Knolls Dr. Carmel, CA 93923 624-3038Outings Chair Anneliese Suter 9500 Center St. #53 Carmel, CA 93923 624-1467

Membership Chair

Ventana Editor Debbie Bulger 1603 King Street Santa Cruz, CA 95060 457-1036

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Co-Chairs Lois Robin 4701 Nova Dr. Santa Cruz, 95062 464-1184

JoAnn Baumgartner P.O. Box 1766. Watsonvil le, CA 95077 722-5556

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xecutive CommitteeChair Aldo Giacchino 1005 Pelton Ave., Santa Cruz, CA 95060 460-1538

Vice Chair Kevin Collins P.O. Box 722 Felton, CA 95018 335-4196

Other members Kristen Raugust 454 Swanton Road Davenport, CA 95017 423-8566

Shandra D. Handley 147 S. River St., Ste 221 Santa Cruz, CA 95060 477-1981

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Patric ia Matejcek P.O. Box 2067 Santa Cruz, CA 95063 768-8187reasurer Aldo Giacchino 1005 Pelton Ave., Santa Cruz, CA 95060 460-1538

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