Kern River WaterData: Wed. 6 a.m.

Storage, IsabellaReservoir102,710 acre-ft.(Pool capacity is568,075 ac.-ft. at thespillway. Current limit360,000 ac.-ft.) Highpoint was 250,461ac-ft. June 3.

Inflow, North Fork ofKern at Kernville261 cfs (5-hr avg.)

Outflow, Lower Kern 260 cfs

Borel Canal flow231 cfs

Data from U.S. Army

Corps of Engineers

cfs=cubic feet per second

1 cu.ft. = 7.48 U.S. gallons

1 ac.ft.= 325,851 U.S. gal.

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Lake Isabella’sweekend weather

Fri.: High 54. Lightand variable wind.

Fri. night: Partlycloudy, low 35.

Sat.: Sunny, high 58.

Sat. night: Low 38.Mostly clear.

Sun.: Sunny, high59.

Sun. night: Mostlyclear, low 38.National Weather Service

Mike DevichKern River Courier

The Kern Valley continues to rockand roll with events in the couple ofweeks leading up to Thanksgiving(Nov. 26).

• On Saturday, Nov. 14, amongother things, we have NationalGaming Day (that’s gaming as inboard games and video games,instead of gambling). To celebratethis, the library in Lake Isabella willhave special programs that day. Thelibrary will have board games for allages available all day from 9 to 5 andwill have a video game tournamentfor grades 5 -12 from 5 to 7pm (afterthe branch closes). Light refresh-ments will be served. For more infor-mation call the Lake Isabella branch

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Kern River ValleyRevitalization on Tuesday for-mally donated DVDs for sevenof the films shown during the1st Annual Living Green KernRiver Valley Festival, held lastMarch. The seven films donat-ed were

• "Burning the Future: Coalin America"

• "The Future of Food"• "Green the New Red,

White and Blue"• "Kilowatt Ours"• "Planet Earth: The

Future"• "Renewal"• "The Seven Spiritual Laws

of Success"Accepting the films on

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Kern County Library Director Diane Duquette (left) accepts DVDsscreened during the Living Green Festival from Jenny Hanley andRichard Rowe as KRV Branch Library Supervisor Peggy Hickeylooks on. “Green” films are shown free as part of the festival through-out the year.

Library receives ‘green’ movies

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With the 21st AnnualIsabella Lake Fishing Derbyonly a little more than fourmonths away, the first load of5,000 pounds of trout wasdelivered Tuesday by theCalifornia Department of Fishand Game.

Between now and five daysprior to the derby, more than125 volunteers will feed thetrout twice daily in specialpens, rain or shine.

Within the next week,another delivery of approxi-mately 10,000 trout will bedelivered by Mt. Lassen TroutFarm.

Meanwhile, the Kern RiverValley Chamber of Commerceis gearing up for the bigderby, coming in March.

Some of the prizes werefinalized recently. The num-ber of major sponsors thisyear was finalized at 10, with

each committing to sponsor a$10,000 tagged trout.

Major sponsors are the val-ley’s independent market co-sponsors Charlie’s Market,Isabella Supermarket and Mt.Mesa Market; Kern RiverCorporation; Alta OneFederal Credit Union;Subway, Little Caesars, andTaco Del Mar; Budweiser;General Plumbing; CaliforniaLand Management, SierraGateway Markets; FrenchGulch and North ForkMarinas; and YUM/Troutkrilla baits.

In addition, the Kern RiverChamber of Commerce willbe sponsoring a trout worth$21,000 to honor their 21stannual derby.

Also, they will again beawarding $1000 for thelongest trout. The secondlongest trout will be worth

First load of fisharrives for derby

Michael Batelaan/Kern River Courier

Veterans Day was Wednesday, Nov. 11. The observance started out as Armistice Day tohonor the veterans of WWI, but in 1953 was changed to honor all veterans. But servicesare still held each year at 11 a.m. on 11/11, which is when the armistice ending WWI wassigned in 1918. Pictured are Army Ret. Lt. Col. Bill Rohrer, who is pastor of Highland ChapelMethodist Church and Weldon Methodist Church, and VFW Chaplain Smitty Glass.

KRV Chamber looking for movers and shakers

Mike DevichKern River Courier

The Kern River Valley Chamber of Commerce needsyour help.

This chamber, located in Lake Isabella, puts on severalmajor functions throughout the year, including theIsabella Lake Fishing Derby and the upcoming LakeIsabella Christmas Parade. These events take lots of volun-

Fire burning in Sequoia Monument

A wildland fire was discovered Monday afternoonburning along Moorehouse Creek between Highway 190and Redwood Meadow Drive in the Giant SequoiaNational Monument north of Kernville.

The U.S. Forest Service responded and the “Tule Fire”was fully contained Wednesday at a little over two acres.

Twenty-five firefighters worked on the fire includingtwo hand crews, one engine, and miscellaneous overheadpersonnel. No cause has yet been released.

For current information on the Tule Fire please contactthe Forest Service’s Springville Ranger Station at 559-539-2607, dial 0 to speak with an operator.

Get out!Lots to see anddo in our valley

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Regular meetings &activitiesFridays• 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.- TOPS weight loss group,Mt.View Baptist Church, 2959 Erskine CreekRd., Lake Isabella. 378-3935.•10-11 a.m.- Grief Support Group, HoffmanHospice, 6048 Lake Isabella Blvd. 1st and 3rdFridays. (661) 410-1010.• 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. - AA, 6407 Lake IsabellaBlvd., Lake Isabella.• 11 a.m.-3p.m.- Lunch at Eagles, open topublic, Mt. Mesa., Wed. & Fri. 379-3394• 5 p.m. - KR Hot Rodders Cruise Night, ElPortal II Lake Isabella, 1st Fri. 549-3855• 8 p.m.- Al-Anon, 80 Evans Rd, Wofford Hts.For families of alcoholics. 376-2410 or 376-2066.

Saturdays• 9:30 a.m. Sequoia Amateur Radio Group,Youth Center, Lake Isabella. Second Sat.• 9-11 a.m.- Otaku-Kai Japanese anime club,Reel Cinema, Wofford Heights. 223-6765.• 10 a.m.- 3 p.m - Farmer’s Market, NuuiCunni Ctr, French Gulch. 661-978-8712• 3 p.m., KRV CB’ers dinner, Sr Ctr., LakeIsabella, 2nd and 4th Saturdays.• 5-7 p.m. Dinner at Eagles open to public,Mt. Mesa. Take out orders at 4 p.m. 379-3394• 7-10 p.m.- Dam Dancers square dancing,1st Saturday, Senior Center, Lake Isabella.

Sundays• 9 a.m. to noon - VFW Breakfast, open to thepublic. 2811 Nugget, Lake Isabella. 379-3877.

Mondays• 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition,Senior Center, 6407 Lake Isabella Blvd., 379-5831.• 1 p.m. - Kern Valley Democratic Club,Senior Center, third Monday.• 1 p.m.-2 p.m., Line dance beginner class-es, intermediate and advanced follow at theSenior Center. 379-0043.• 3 p.m. - Kernville Chamber of Commerce

meets, board 2nd Mon., general membership4th Mon. 376-2629.• 6-9 p.m. KRV Community Orchestra meetsat Cerro Coso College, Lake Isabella, Rm G.376-4461.• 7 p.m. KRV Art Association meets, 3rdMon., Senior Center. 379-2844.• 7 p.m. Havilah Centennial Group meets 1stMon. at schoolhouse. 379-2636.• 7:30 p.m.Al-Anon, KRV Hosp Cafe. Help forfamilies & friends of alcoholics. 376-2410 or376-2066.

Tuesdays• 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition,Senior Center, 6407 Lake Isabella Blvd., 379-5831.• 9:30-11a.m.- Me & My Friends children’splaygroup, First Baptist Church, Lake Isabella.379-2556.• 10 a.m. KRV Garden Group, 2nd Tues.379-1129.• 12:30 p.m. Bridge Club, Rod & Gun Club,E. Evans Rd., Wofford Heights. 376-4249.• 2 p.m. - KRV Cemetery District meeting atcemetery. 2nd Tuesday. Public invited. 376-2189.• 2 p.m. - LI-Bodfish Prop. Owners meet at

Senior Center. 2nd Tues. (760) 379-1830.• 7 p.m. - KRV Historical Society meets,Senior Center, Lake Isabella, 4th Tues.

Wednesdays• 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition,Senior Center, 6407 Lake Isabella Blvd., 379-5831.• 9:30-11 a.m.- Me & My Friends children’splaygroup, Kernville Methodist Church, 379-2556.• 11 a.m.-3p.m.- Lunch at Eagles open topublic, Mt. Mesa., Wed. & Fri. 379-3394• Noon- KRV Chamber of Commerce meet-ing, Paradise Cove, quarterly. 379-5236.• 12:30 p.m. - Bridge Club, Eagles Lodge Mt.Mesa, 376-4249.• 1:30 p.m.- Clan Diggers meet at the LakeIsabella Library. 2nd Wed. 379-2303.• 3 p.m. - Crystal Meth Anonymous meets atFountain of Christ Church. 223-0074.• 3 - 4:30 p.m. Grief Support Group, OptimalHospice, 6504E L.I. Blvd., 2nd & 4th Wed.• 6 p.m. - Fish & Game Habitat Club meets,631 E. Evans Rd, Wofford Hts, third Wed.• 6:00 p.m. American Legion, Lake IsabellaSr. Ctr. Veterans Rm., third Wed. 379-5488.• 7 p.m.-9:30 p.m.- Senior Dance, SeniorCenter, Lake Isabella dining rm., live band.• 7 p.m. Al-Anon, 80 Evans Rd. Wofford Hts,376-2410. For families of alcoholics. 376-2410or 376-2066.• 7 p.m. - Elks meet, Wofford Heights Blvd.

Thursdays• 9 a.m. to noon - Thursday Painters,Community Room, Senior Center, 379-5329.• 9:30 a.m. - Fire Safe Council, SupervisorMcQuiston’s office, Lake Isabella. Third Thurs.• 9:30 a.m. - Aglow Int’l, Senior Center,Room 1. 2nd Thurs. For women.• 11:45 a.m. - KRV Woman’s Club meets,Elks Lodge 4th Thurs. (some exceptions).• Noon, Exchange Club meets, ParadiseCove.• 1:30 p.m.- Clan Diggers meet at the LakeIsabella Library. 3rd Thurs. 379-2303.• 5 -7 p.m. - TANF Cultural Night - NativeYouth & Community Cultural Ctr French GulchCampground.• 5-7 p.m. VFW Taco Thursday, open to public.379-3877.• 6 p.m.- Republicans of Kern Valley meet3rd Thurs. at Odd Fellows Hall. 549-3033.• 6 p.m. - Rotary Club meets - Golf Course,Kernville. (760) 376-1421.• 7 p.m.-Sweet Adelines meet-Senior Center,Lake Isabella. Prospective members welcome.• 7 p.m.- Kern Valley Astronomy Club,museum, Kernville. 3rd Thurs. 376-1291.

Bingo GuideFriday, noon. - Eagles Bingo, Eagles

Hall, Mt. MesaSaturday, noon, South Fork

Woman’s Club Bingo, 6488 Fay RanchRoad.

Sunday, 1 p.m. Moose Lodge Bingo,Lake Isabella Blvd.

Wednesday, 1 p.m - Senior CenterBingo, Lake Isabella.

Thursday, Early Bird 12:15-Regular 1p.m. St. Jude Bingo, Hwy 155 & NellieDent Dr., Wofford Hts.

This information is sent to the Courierby the groups listed. It is suggested thatgroups provide a phone number in caseinterested individuals need more informa-tion, or meeting times have changed. Allarea codes are 760 unless otherwise noted.

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Library to celebrate NationalGaming Day Saturday, Nov. 14

Like games? Nov. 14 is NationalGaming Day, and many KernCounty libraries are having specialprograms. The Kern River ValleyLibrary will have board games for

all ages available all day from 9 to 5and will have a Video GameTournament for grades 5 -12 from 5to 7pm (after the branch closes).Light refreshments will be served.For more information call thelibrary at 760-549-2083.

The Courier CalendarSorority to hold fall fashionshow and luncheon Nov. 14

Preceptor Xi Eta, a local chapterof Beta Sigma Phi International, isholding a fashion show and lunch-eon on Saturday, Nov. 14 at the ElksLodge in Wofford Heights. Ticketsare $20. Starts at 11 a.m. with lunch-eon at noon and the fashion showstarting at 1 p.m.

Sierra Performing Arts to kickoff concert season Nov. 14

Sierra Performing Arts is pre-senting the first of this season’sSaturday Evening Concerts on Nov.14 at 7 p.m. at Cerro CosoCommunity College, Room G. Thisconcert will feature "AmericanMusic --- Classical, Folk, and Jazz.”On the program will be AllisonStutsman, soprano, and piano solosby Mark McGuire and HelenSmoot. Admission/ donation is $5,children 12 and under are free. Formore info contact Helen Smoot at378-3108.

Saturday night Star Partyopen to public Nov. 14

Saturday night, Nov. 14, at 6 p.m.,the Kern Valley Astronomy Clubinvites all those interested to viewthe stars through their telescopes.The observing site is easily located12 miles north of Kernville (look forthe orange cones). Call Rich at (760)376-1291 for more information.

Celtic concert Nov. 19 at CerroCoso features major group

“Men of Worth,” featuringDonnie MacDonald and JamesKeigher, will be performing in con-cert at Cerro Coso CommunityCollege’s Kern River Valley Campuson Thursday, Nov. 19 at 7 p.m. inRoom G-8. Admission is $10. Formore information call (760) 384-6353.

Fuller’s staff to hold localoffice hours Nov. 19

Assemblymember Jean Fullerannounced that her staff will holdoffice hours at the Kern CountyBuilding, 7050 Lake Isabella Blvd. inLake Isabella on Thursday, Nov. 19,from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Toschedule an appointment withAssemblymember Fuller’s staff, thecommunity is encouraged to callFuller’s District Office at 661-395-2995.

McCarthy’s staff to hold localoffice hours Nov. 19

Congressman Kevin McCarhyannounced that his staff will holdoffice hours at the Kern CountyBuilding, 7050 Lake Isabella Blvd. inLake Isabella on Thursday, Nov. 19,from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Salvation Army to provide hol-iday dinner Nov. 21

The Salvation Army again thisyear will be providing a completeHoliday Dinner with all the trim-mings, for up to 450 needy familiesand individuals in the Kern RiverValley, on Saturday, Nov. 21 atSenior Center. Food is donated(help needed) and the labor is volun-teered. (Call 760-379-5100 if you canhelp.) If you are low income, lostyour job, or just struggling to makeends meet, you may eligible toattend. Drop in to The CommunityChristian Center at 6105 LakeIsabella Blvd. to sign up and receiveyour admission ticket. Office hoursare Monday through Wednesday 9

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Friday, November 13, 2009 Kern River Courier Page 3

Rod MiddleworthKern River Courier Columnist

I have only recently found outthat the boyfriends (or dates) ofmy two daughters during theirhigh school dayswere in mortalfear of me.

No matterwho the girlsdated, the rulethen was that theboys had tocome into the liv-ing room andtalk to me. Theyknew ahead oftime that they would have to facethis ordeal, because my daugh-ters had told them that this waspart of the rules for dating thatwe had given them when theystarted going out with boys.

During the conversation withthe guys I would find out wherethey were going, how they weregoing to get there and when theyplanned on returning. Sometimeduring our talk I let the fellowknow that drinking was out of thepicture and that I wouldn't standfor even one small snifter of alco-hol. At that time drugs were notthe big thing they are today, but Icovered that base by telling astory about a drug bust I hadobserved, on a “ride-along” withthe local sheriff. I was also on thecommittee for expansion of thecity police department, and some-how I would get that into theconversation.

As an added incentive to keep

things in hand, the girls, afterreturning home, always had towake us if we had gone to bedand kiss us goodnight. Obviouslywe would know if anyone hadhad a wee nip or had been smok-ing. Non-smoking was a rule thatwe asked the girls to follow untilthey had graduated from highschool. Neither my wife nor Ismoked, so this was not hard toenforce or expect.

One day not long ago mydaughters both told me that boysdreaded my conversations (inter-rogations) but knew that was partof the date. No boys dared pull upin front and honk, no matter howmany times they had dated ourdaughters. If I was home, Iexpected the boy to take amoment and talk with me, or if Iwas gone, to my wife. I neverthought I was asking much,because these were my onlydaughters and woe to the onewho mistreated them.

As I look back on it now, Iwouldn't change my hardnoseattitude one iota. My girls wentout, had a good time and camehome safe. They are still the lightof my life, and I am a lucky man.

P.S. Both daughters have saidthey liked the rules and alwaysknew what to expect. Saying nowas easy – all they had to do wasblame Dad!

Wofford Heights resident RodMiddleworth, a retired securitymanager for Pacific Bell, is aninstructor for the local AARPDriver Safety Program.

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Kids in mortal fear of Dad Things I Have Noticed...

am to 2 p.m.

McNally’s Burger Trail Walk and Run Nov. 21A McNally's Burger Trail Walk and Run will be held Nov. 21. At 26.2

Kilometers, the race can be done as individual or a three-person relay. Thefee is $35 for Individual or $60 for three-person relay team. Burgers will beprovided at the finishing line by McNally's. Run-4-A-Way is an organizationthat is dedicated to promoting the fitness and well being of the citizens andyouth of the Kern River Valley. For more information email: grebird@aol.com

Junior Pheasant Hunt to be held weekend of Nov. 21 and 22The KRV Fish and Game Habitat Club will be holding a free pheasant

hunt for junior hunters on Nov. 21 and 22. The hunt has a limit of 120hunters. A hunter safety class is required as is a junior hunting license. Theclass will be taught on Nov. 10 and 11; call Jack Hays for details (760) 417-2426. To register for the hunt contact Roger Ketelsleger at (760) 379-8251or Dick Miller at (760) 379-9114.

Government commodities distributed Tuesday, Nov. 24The monthly food commodities will be distributed on Tuesday, Nov. 24 to

those who fit certain economic guidelines. Begins at 7 a.m. at Grace Chapel,Mt. Mesa; Elks Lodge, Wofford Heights; Senior Center, Lake Isabella.

Lake Isabella Christmas Parade Saturday, Nov. 28The Kern River Valley Chamber of Commerce will be putting on the annu-

al Lake Isabella Christmas Parade on Saturday, Nov. 28. The parade will bealong Lake Isabella Blvd. and begins at 11 a.m., rain or shine. There is no entryfee for floats, but sponsorships are needed to help buy trophies for the win-ners. You can be a sponsor for $25. For details, call the chamber at (760) 379-5236.

Kernville Candle Stroll, Caroling and Live Nativity Scene Dec. 4 Again this year there will be a candle stroll, Christmas Caroling and a live

Nativity Scene in Circle Park in Kernville, beginning at 5 p.m. For more infor-mation, call the Kernville Chamber of Commerce at (760) 376-2629.

Eagles to hold Peddlers Fair and White Elephant Sale Dec. 5The Kern River Valley Eagles will be holding a Peddlers Fair and White

Elephant Sale on Saturday, Dec. 5 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the lodge in Mt.Mesa. For more information call Vonnie Girch at (760) 378-2540. Baked goods,snacks and drinks by the Auxiliary.

Christmas in Kernville and car parade Dec. 5The Christmas Parade of Giving will be held Dec. 5 in Kernville beginning

at 4 p.m. As soon as it is over, Santa will be delivered to his village in Circle

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CALENDAR continued from page 2

Meals-On-Wheels

Open Wednesday at 1:00pmStarts at 1:20pm

Senior Center, Lake Isabella

Come and have fun!

BINGO!

ABWMinistryIndoor Yard Sale!

November 14, 20098:00am to 3:00pm John Brown Hall

Hot Dogs,Chili Dogs,Chili Boats,

Assorted Drinks,& Cupcakes

First Baptist Church3701 Suhre Street, Lake Isabella

New for 2009Christmas Boutique

gifts for all ages& occassions

Shop for the holidays!

Service your furnace nowfor the cold weather ahead7014 Wofford Blvd. Wofford Heights760-376-6112service@atchisonpropane.com

CA Lic.#887779

library at 760-549-2083.• A fashion show and luncheon

sponsored by Preceptor Xi Eta, alocal chapter of Beta Sigma PhiInternational, will be held onSaturday, Nov. 14 at the Elks Lodgein Wofford Heights. Tickets are$20. Starts at 11 a.m. with luncheonat noon and the fashion show start-ing at 1 p.m.

• Sierra Performing Arts will bepresenting the first of this season’sSaturday Evening Concerts onNov. 14 at 7 p.m. at Cerro CosoCommunity College, Room G. Thisconcert will feature "AmericanMusic --- Classical, Folk, and Jazz.”On the program will be AllisonStutsman, soprano, and pianosolos by Mark McGuire and HelenSmoot. Admission/ donation is $5,children 12 and under are free. Formore info contact Helen Smoot at378-3108.

• On Thursday night, Nov. 19,you can get into the Celtic spirit bygoing to the “Men of Worth” con-cert at Cerro Coso College at 7p.m. in Room G-8. Admission is$10. Music, humor and more. Formore information call (760) 384-6353.

• Start thinking now about vol-unteering for or providing food to

the Salvation Army’s big free hol-iday dinner for the needy onSaturday, Nov. 21 at the SeniorCenter. This dinner, done everyyear just before Thanksgiving,serves up to 450 needy families andindividuals in the Kern River Valley.Food is donated and the labor isvolunteered. (Call 760-379-5100 ifyou can help.)

• Also on Saturday, Nov. 21, thelocal Run-4-A-Way group is plan-ning a McNally's Burger TrailWalk and Run. Burgers from thepopular stand will be provided atthe finishing line by McNally's, 18miles upriver from Kernville. Run-4-A-Way is an organization that isdedicated to promoting the fitnessand well being of the citizens andyouth of the Kern River Valley. Formore information email:grebird@aol.com

• And if you hear the sound ofgunshots that weekend, it will becoming from Hanning Flat, wherethe KRV Fish and Game HabitatClub will be holding a free pheas-ant hunt for junior hunters onSaturday, Nov. 21 and 22. To regis-ter for the hunt (you must have agun safety class completed) contactRoger Ketelsleger at (760) 379-8251or Dick Miller at (760) 379-9114.

ROCK continued from page 1

Jack BustamanteKern River Courier Columnist

I guess we still have some cat-fish action going on out there.We had a group of fishermenfrom Porterville this past weekwho did pretty well at Camp 9,catching 18 cats between the fivefishermen, well worth the drive,they said.

The crappie are slowingdown, but there are still somehanging onat FrenchGulch andNorth ForkMarinas.Tying up toone of thetrees out atRocky Point,Larry Millerpulled in anice 2-3/4pound crap-pie. One proud fisherman, Larrywas all around the lake, showingoff his prize catch.

With a cold front coming inwe should be getting some goodtrout action. I hear there havebeen some nice two to four-pounders being caught downaround Hobo Campground on

Panther Martins. There is alsosome more good action past theOld Cemetery, with trout makingtheir way upriver.

It’s trout season, so let’s gofishing.

Photos courtesy E&J’s Tackleand General Store. For brag-ging rights, bring your catch toE&J’s, 6498 Wofford Blvd,Wofford Heights.

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LegendBoat Launch Ramps Camp Grounds Towns Hospital + Other Features

STATISTICSGeneral

Drainage Area 2,093 Square MilesCapacity, Gross Pool 570,000 Acre-Ft.Surface Area, Gross Pool 11,400Shoreline, Gross Pool 38 milesLength, Gross Pool 9 miles

Main DamMaximum Height 185 FeetLength at Crest 1695 Feet

Auxiliary DamMaximum Height 100 FeetMaximum Length 3,257 Feet

Lake ConstructionStarted March 1948Finished April 1953

WoffordHeights

Tillie CreekLive Oak

North Fork Marina

Boulder Gulch

Rich GulchHungry Gulch

West SideFrench Gulch

French Gulch MarinaPioneer Point

WoffordHeights

Park

LakeIsabella

to Ridgecrest

MountainMesa

Kernville

Southlake

M.L. Ludiker Artwork & Design

Lake Isabella

South Fork Recreation Area

South Fork Wildlife ParkingArea

ModelAircraftControllers

Robinson Cove

County Dump

Airport

Golf Course

Cyrus Canyon OHV AreaTarget Range

Hospital

ParadiseCove

Main DamKissack BayLI Visitor Center

Old Isabella RdAuxiliary DamEngineer Point

Wildlife Area

StineCoveCamp

9

Sierr

a Way

Moun

tain 9

9

To Baker

sfield

WaterSkiArea

Hanning Flat

Map courtesyMike Ludiker

www.kernvalley.com

Recreation InfoU.S. Forest Service

Lake Isabella office:4875 Ponderosa Dr. (enter from Hwy.

155 just over the hill from Hwy. 178)(760) 379-5646

Kernville Office:105 Whitney Rd. (around the corner

from the museum)(760) 376-3781(760) 379-5236

General KRV Info

Kernville Chamber of Commerce11447 Kernville Rd. KernvilleCorner Sierra Way & Kernville Road Toll Free: 866-KERNVILLELocal: (760) 376-2629

Kern River Valley Chamber ofCommerce

6404 Lake Isabella Blvd. Across from Senior Center

Emergencies - call 911Kern Valley Hospital

McCray and Laurel, Mt. Mesa(760) 379-2681

Kern Valley SubstationSheriff’s Department and CHP7050 Lake Isabella Blvd.(760) 549-2100Weekdays only, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Sponsored by the Airport Cafe at Kern Valley Airport

Sierra Way, 4 mi. south of Kernville Rd.Breakfast & Lunch, 7 a.m. - 3 p.m. Great food 7 days a week

Kern River Valley information

Front will bring trout out

Larry Miller proudly shows off a 2-3/4pound crappie, caught at RockyPoint.

Let’s Go Fishing

“Nice twoto fourpoundersbeingcaught.”

--JackBustamante

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The first film, 2002's "Sympathyfor Mr. Vengeance," tells the storyof a deaf mute who devises ascheme to kidnap the daughter ofthe wealthy industrialist whosecompany laid him off. A series ofmishaps turns the kidnapping intoa tragic event, and the industrialistthen seeks revenge on the mute.

"Old Boy" (2004) is the best ofthe three and has become a majorcult classic because of its iconic"hammer battle" -- wherein thehero of the story vanquishes sever-al dozen attackers by using a smallsledge hammer.

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Couch Theater‘Vengeance’ series a masterpiece

By Cindy Elavsky

Q: I rented "TheProposal" over the weekendand loved it. I especiallyloved the scenery (RyanReynolds' abs notwithstand-ing). Where didthey film themovie? -- AnnieJ., Sacramento,Calif.

A: I spoke withardent animal loverand all-aroundgreat person BettyWhite recently, andI asked her abouther experience film-ing the movie. Sherevealed to me:"We had such agood time. WithSandra (Bullock) and Ryan(Reynolds) and the directorAnne Fletcher, it was like goingto a party every day. We filmedon the Massachusetts coast, upin Rockport and Gloucester. Itdoubled for Alaska, and Ithought it did a wonderful job."

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A: "Southland" will be back,but not on NBC. TNT recentlyannounced that it has picked upthe series and will air all 13episodes -- including the six-episode season two, which didnot get the chance to air onNBC. TNT is the perfect placefor the gritty drama of"Southland," following in the

footsteps of "Saving Grace" and"The Closer."

It has not been decidedwhether the network will airmore episodes after the initial13-episode run. A representativefor TNT told me: "TNT will eval-

uate the perform-ance of'Southland' beforedeciding whetherto order moreepisodes."

For the nearfuture, you cancatch "Southland"on TNT Tuesdaysat 10 p.m. (ET/PT),beginning with thefirst episode of theseries on Jan. 12.

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A: Former "Friends" castmateCourteney Cox just announcedthat Lisa will guest star onCourteney's hit show, "CougarTown." Lisa will play a dermatol-ogist that Courteney's character,Jules, can't stop going to eventhough she is mean to her. Thissummer, Lisa wrapped the sec-ond season of her hilariousonline Internet series, "WebTherapy."

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KernvilleFirst Baptist Church of Kernville46 Valley View Drive, KernvilleSunday Services — 11 a.m. & 6:30 p.m. 376-6403Prince of Peace Lutheran Fellowship Center44 Big Blue Road, KernvilleSunday School 9 a.m.Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. 417-2014Kernville Foursquare ChurchKernville Chamber of Commerce11447 Kernville Road Sunday Services 9:30 a.m.223-6704Kernville United Methodist Church251 Big Blue Rd., Kernville Sunday Services 8:30 & 10:30 a.m.376-2751St. Peter’s Anglican Church11900 Sierra Way, KernvilleSunday Service 10:00 a.m. 376-6362St. Sherrian Episcopal ChurchOdd Fellows Hall, KernvilleSundays 10 a.m.

Lake IsabellaFirst Baptist Church of Lake Isabella 3701 Suhre, Lake Isabella Sunday Services 8:30 a.m., 11:00 a.m. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. 379-5615Fountain of Christ Church 5101 #A Lake Isabella Blvd, Lake IsabellaSunday Service: 9:45 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Wed. 6 p.m.417-0793 Landmark Missionary Baptist Church2741 Mountain View Rd, Lake Isabella Sunday Services 9:45 a.m. & 5:00 p.m.379-5640Mt. View Southern Baptist Church2959 Erskine Creek Rd, Lake Isabella Sunday Services 8:30, 11:15 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. 379-4296Jehovah’s Witnesses Kingdom Hall1911 Edith Ave., Lake Isabella (760) 379-8672Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church (LCMS)377 Highway 155, Lake Isabella Sunday Services 12:00 p.m. 379-2343Kern Valley Bible Church3920 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella Sunday Services 9:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m.379-5482 Church of the Nazarene2931 Erskine Creek Rd., Lake IsabellaSunday Service 10:30 a.m. 379-2062Highland Chapel United Methodist 5301 LakeIsabella Bl., Lake Isabella Sunday School & Worship 9:30 a.m. 379-2120Lake Isabella Church of Christ3711 Golden Spur, Lake IsabellaSunday worship 11 a.m. and 5 p.m.Bible study Sun. 10 a.m., Thurs. 6 p.m.Kern River Valley Seventh Day Adventist 3801 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella Saturday Service 9:30 a.m. 379-3206Kern Valley Pentecostal LightHouse Church3730 Wagon Wheel Dr., Lake Isabella Sunday School 9:45

Services 10:45 a.m. Eve. 5 p.m. Wed. Service 6 p.m. 379-5819

Mt. MesaChurch of Christ Mt. Mesa6400 Dogwood Av., Mt. MesaSunday Services 9:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.379-4792Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints6400 Park Av., Mt. Mesa Sunday Services 10:00 a.m. 379-2904Grace Chapel12312 Mt. Mesa Rd., Mt. Mesa Sunday Services 9:45 a.m. 379-4093Christian Assembly12424 Mountain Mesa Rd., Mt. Mesa Sunday Services 10:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. 379-6377Victory Tabernacle (United Pentecostal Church)4324 Birch, Mt. Mesa Sunday Services 4 p.m. 379-6360

Southlake/WeldonKern Christian Church “The River”14900 Hwy 178, Southlake Sunday Services 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. 378-3780Weldon Baptist Church20674 Highway 178 Sunday Services 10 a.m. & 6 p.m.378-4964Weldon United Methodist Church20021 Hwy. 178, WeldonSunday Services 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.378-2321

Wofford HeightsFamily Life Center Foursquare Church 20 W.Panorama, Wofford Heights Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. 376-6719New Life Assembly of God25 Arden Av., Wofford Heights Sunday Services 9 a.m., 10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m.376-6402St. Jude Catholic Church86 Nellie Dent Dr., Wofford Heights Sunday Mass 7 a.m. & 10 a.m., Sat. 4 p.m.376-2416Calvary Chapel125 Sycamore Drive, Wofford HeightsSunday Services 9 & 11 a.m. & 6:30 p.m. 376-8789Christ Fellowship80 Evans Road, Wofford HeightsSunday Service 10:30 a.m.

MiscellaneousSGI - USA Buddhist Discussion Meetings - call 379-6162 for dates and times.Based on the Lotus Sutra.Salvation ArmyThe needy are helped by the local affiliate of this nationalorganization. Mon. 9 am — 1 pm. 6105 Lake IsabellaBlvd., Lake Isabella. 760-379-5100.

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Clarence Semonious, pastorPrince of Peace Lutheran Fellowship, Kernville

People are given so muchmisinformation that largesegments of the populationdo not even check facts any-more. Major news outletshave deliberately passedknown false information tothe public. They, in turn,have also fallen for falseinformation. But such is nota new development. Thereis a quote attributed toMartin Luther in which hewas supposed to have commented if he knewthat the end of the world would be tomorrow,and he was scheduled to plant a tree today, hewould still plant the tree. Many scholars doubtthat he actually made that statement.

Take a look at Ezekiel 4:9 bread. Because ofits name, we took a loaf home. The wrapperincluded information that appears in Ezekiel4:9, “And you, take wheat and barley, beansand lentils, millet and emmer, and put theminto a single vessel and make your bread fromthem.” As it turned out, I enjoy the breadbecause it is a dense bread of substance.Darlene was not so thrilled, she called it heavy.I find it interesting that of the many referencesto recipes and nutrition, just a few recognizedthat the bread was not intended as a culinaryblessing. God told Ezekiel about his responsi-bilities in chapter three. His audience wasdescribed by God as the house of Israel –“…the house of Israel will not be willing to lis-ten to you, for they are not willing to listen to

me: because all the house of Israel have a hardforehead and a stubborn heart.” Ezekiel 3:7.And again, “Son of man, you dwell in the midstof a rebellious house, who have eyes to see, butsee not, who have ears to hear, but hear not,for they are a rebellious house.” Ezekiel 12:2.Ezekiel was told to live out God’s warning thatJerusalem would be under siege. Conditionswould be abominable – demonstrated by oneingredient in the bread he was to eat.

Jeremiah also told the people, “You haveneither listened nor inclined your ears to hear,although the LORD persistently sent to you allhis servants the prophets, saying, 'Turn now,every one of you, from his evil way and evildeeds, and dwell upon the land that the LORDhas given to you and your fathers from of oldand forever.” Jeremiah 25:4-5.

Jesus uses an image of birth in Matthew24:4-8 – “See that no one leads you astray. Formany will come in my name, saying, 'I am theChrist,' and they will lead many astray. Andyou will hear of wars and rumors of wars. Seethat you are not alarmed, for this must takeplace, but the end is not yet. For nation willrise against nation, and kingdom against king-dom, and there will be famines and earth-quakes in various places. All these are but thebeginning of the birth pains.” Also today,knowing when the end of the world will be isnot as important as knowing Jesus is comingfor me.

Semonious

Voices of Faith

Is your information the truth?

“Voices of Faith” is a rotating column featuring messages from all churches.Pastors, please e-mail 400-word mes-sages to office@kernrivercourier.com

Lighter side of faithThe Rev. Billy Graham tells of a time early in

his career when he arrived in a small town topreach a sermon. Wanting to mail a letter, heasked a young boy where the post office was.

When the boy told him, Rev. Grahamthanked him and said, “If you’ll come to theBaptist church this evening, you can hear metelling everyone how to get to Heaven.”

“I don’t think I’ll be there,” the boy said.“You don’t even know your way to the postoffice.”

***

The Pope dies and goes to heaven. Whenhe gets there, Saint Peter shows him to hisnew quarters - a tiny one-bedroom apart-ment.

The Pope is horrified and demands toknow why he doesn't have the penthouseapartment, which is huge.

Saint Peter informs him that the residentof the penthouse is a lawyer.

"A lawyer?" says the Pope. "But I'm thePope! Surely I'm more important than alawyer!"

"With respect, Sir," says Saint Peter, "Wehave lots of Popes up here, but we only haveone lawyer!"

***

The irate senior calling the newspaper officesloudly demanded to know where her Sundayedition was.

“Ma'am,” said the employee, “Today isSaturday. The Sunday paper is not delivereduntil Sunday.”

There was quite a pause on the other end ofthe phone, followed by a sigh.

“So that's why no one was in church today,”the customer said.

Bible verse of the week

Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but

be transformed by the renewing of your mind.

Then you will be able to test and approve what

God's will is – his good, pleasing and perfect will.

(NIV)

Romans 12:2

Friday, November 13, 2009 Page 7ellnessWK E R N R I V E R

Harry P. ThalKern River Courier Columnist

This past week-end I sequesteredmyself in anOakland hotelroom to analyzethe HMO offer-ings from the vari-ous health plansprovidingMedicareAdvantage cover-age for 2010. The information isreadily available, but I dare say, mostpeople don't read it.

By law, the insurance plans mustsend out in October the "AnnualNotice of Change" (ANOC). Ofcourse they are only telling you whatthey have changed, not what theircompetitors are offering. This year'schanges reflect a belt tightening.Plans which offered a gym member-

ship may either no longer make theoffer, or are charging a nominal fee.Most people tend to look at themonthly cost, typically $0 in KernCounty for all but two plans (plus thecost of Medicare Part B). Peopleneed to realize that these plans arefar from free. The government paysfor these plans in excess of $800 amonth, on average, to provide med-ical services. Each plan gets thesame amount, which is less in 2010,and will be much less in future years.Current legislation is earmarking$400 billion from the Medicare pro-gram to help fund a new nationalhealth insurance reform.

So, with less money coming in,plans are trimming benefits. Whenthe consumer looks at the ANOCand sees their drugs are covered fora few dollars more, or when theoffice visit co-pay isn't all that muchmore, they just go along their merryway.

I developed a spread sheet com-paring all the plans, benefit by bene-fit, side-by-side. I really feel sorry forsome people who might have to gointo the hospital. They will soonwake up to learn that they are obli-gated to pay hundreds, if not thou-sands of dollars for the first week inthe hospital. The plans vary widelyin what they will cover.

I have no problem with these outof pocket expenses. I am botheredby the people who feel they are enti-tled to benefits and think they aregetting a cheap plan. These plansare expensive; the cost is just notcoming out of your pocket. As thegovernment tightens its belt, be pre-pared to loosen your own purse-strings as the cost of health care willbe a shared expense in 2010 and intothe future.

Each of the plans on the spreadsheet provides unique benefits. Forexample, while one plan may charge

$0 for dialysis, another may charge asmall dollar amount while a thirdmay make you pay 20%. For theperson already on dialysis, choosingthe right plan will impact personalfinances.

In most cases, local doctors par-ticipate in several plans. While theplans differ, by selecting the properplan for 2010 can make a significantdifference. The Annual EnrollmentPeriod begins Nov. 15. A brief tele-phone consultation could avoid agreat expense. As I just love to say,if you call the XYZ insurance compa-ny for advice, chances are they willrecommend the XYZ insurance plan.

Harry P. Thal, MA, is a licensedinsurance broker. He is PastPresident and President Elect of theKern Association of HealthUnderwriters. He may be reached at760-376-2100, e-mailharrythal@aol.com or visit him on theweb at www.harrythal.com

Health Insurance Matters

Harry Thal

Medicare HMO plans free but not cheap

Paul G. Donohue, M.D.Kern River Courier SyndicatedColumnist

DEAR DR. DONOHUE: Iwould like to give my 10-year-old grandson some condition-ing advice. He loves basket-ball. It has occurred to methat upper-body strength ishelpful in shooting long shotsand in positioning forrebounds. In high school, Ihad a well-developed lowerbody but a poorly developedupper body. This handicappedme when shooting long shots.I have added pushups to mydaily exercises, and this hashelped me in shooting three-pointers.

My questions are: When is agood time for a boy to startbuilding muscle? Are thereany exercises you would rec-ommend for upper-bodystrength building for a 10-year-old? -- J.M.

ANSWER: The sports communi-ty, until recently, frowned onstrength training (weightlifting,muscle building, resistance exer-cise) for children who had notreached puberty. They thoughtthat children, before the male hor-mone surge that takes place atpuberty, would not benefit from it.It's been shown that they do, andthat children as young as 7 showimprovement in strength.

The sports community alsofeared that weightlifting posed ahealth threat to young childrenwhose bones are not completelycalcified. Young bones havegrowth plates, sections of bonethat have yet to become real bone.Growth plates permit bone elonga-tion. These areas are areas ofweakness. A well-supervised, well-designed weightlifting programdoesn't injure growth plates. Infact, such a program protects chil-dren from common sports injuries.All this applies to girls as well asboys.

Your grandson can do the sameexercises you do -- with lessweight. Your pushups are a goodexample. Body weight is theweight being hoisted. Chin-upsare another strength-buildingexercise in which body weight isthe stimulus for muscle growth.He also can lift barbells and dumb-bells. He should start with aweight that he can lift 12 consecu-tive times without straining. Whenhe can perform two sets of 15 con-secutive lifts, you can increase theweight by one to 3 pounds and goback to the 12 lifts. Barbell anddumbbell curls and bench pressesare good upper-body strength-building exercises.

A visit to the local library willpay off with books that show thedetails of many strength-buildingexercises.

The booklet on fitness outlinesaerobic exercise (not strength-building exercise) in detail. Toorder a copy, write: Dr. Donohue -- No. 1301W, Box 536475, Orlando,FL 32853-6475. Enclose a check ormoney order (no cash) for $4.75U.S./$6 Canada with the recipi-ent's printed name and address.

Please allow four weeks for deliv-ery.

***Dr. Donohue regrets that he is

unable to answer individual letters,but he will incorporate them in his

column whenever possible.Readers may write him or requestan order form of available healthnewsletters at P.O. Box 536475,Orlando, FL 32853-6475.(c) 2009North America Synd., Inc. AllRights Reserved

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Matt FreemanKern River Courier Columnist

Good news! In these tough economic times

it is good to know the govern-ment has done, well, something!The first timehomebuyer taxcredit has beenextended andexpanded. Set toexpire Nov 30th,the tax creditnow is gooduntil April 2010.First time home-buyers can stillget up to $8,000in tax credit, and now buyerswho are purchasing anotherhome can get up to $6500 if theyhave lived in their primary resi-dence five of the last eight years.This program has been verypopular nationwide and hasdone a lot to hold up an other-wise quite depressed real estatemarket.

A First Time Buyer is defined

as anyone who has not had amortgage payment for threeyears or more. Trust me, they aregonna check for that at tax timeso make sure you talk to your taxadvisor and get all the details.

The market here valleywide isstarting to stabilize in someareas, others are still prettydepressed. So what does thismean? This is still a huge buyer'smarket right now! There is a lotto choose from, sellers are usual-ly willing to help buyers get intohomes, bank owned propertiesare getting more and more com-mon for the area and they areusually listed for under marketvalue.

The prices around here aresome of the cheapest in the state,so get out there, buy a houseand get a great deal and a hugetax credit on top of it!

Matt Freeman is a Realtor withFreeman’s Lakeside Realty (760)379-5915 or cell 223-0880. Hiscolumn is not intended to replacelegal advice.

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Thanksgiving: November 27 Deadline: Friday, November 20, 1:00pmChristmas Day: December 25 Deadline: Monday, December 21, 1:00pmNew Years Day: January 1 Deadline: Monday, December 28, 1:00pm

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6-8 slices thick cut, best-qualitybacon12 ounces semisweet chocolate chips4 ounces white chocolate, melted,optional for garnish

Preheat the oven to 375°F.Place the bacon on a bakingsheet lined with parchmentpaper. Bake in the oven, untilbacon is cooked to your liking. 15minutes for soft bacon, 20 min-utes for crispy bacon. Let baconcool on the parchment paper for5 minutes, then transfer to a platelined with paper towels.Meanwhile set up a double boiler.Heat a large saucepan filled withwater over high heat until boil-ing. Reduce heat to a simmer.Set a heat-proof bowl over the

simmering water. Add the choco-late chips and stir with a forkuntil smooth and completelymelted. Cover another bakingsheet with parchment paper.Using tongs, carefully dip thebacon into the melted chocolateturning to coat all sides in choco-late. Transfer to the clean sheet ofwaiting parchment paper. Repeatwith remaining slices of bacon.Drizzle with the white chocolate,if desired. Refrigerate untilchocolate is hard.

Bodfish Bob's Dutch OvenRibs and Vegetables

4 lbs. country style ribs2 medium onions, rings or chunks1 clove garlic3 large potatoes, cut in chunks1 or 2 red or yellow peppers, stripsor chunks1 cup cooking wine (can substitutered wine vinegar, grape, apple orcranberry juice)1 bottle barbecue sauce1/3 cup oil for browning

Season pork as desired. Brownin oil in a 12-inch Dutch oven.When brown, cover with sauceand wine. Layer vegetables ontop. Put lid on oven and bake atabout 350 degrees the first hour,dropping to 325 degrees there-after. Cook for 2 hours. Check fordoneness.

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California JoeKern River Courier Columnist

We have a circa 1925 rentalhouse in Eagle Rock, down byGlendale. We’ve got some reallynice folks in there who are raisingthree neat children.

That’s the only house I ever likedexcept our cabin up here (we’velived in ourKernville cabinnow for 30years or so.)

We had justmoved intoour cabinwhen Sue’smother, Ruth,and step-father,”Papa”, came toKernville to see us and then starteddriving back on the 1-5 south to LosAngeles.

They never got there. A long distance trucker did them

in just outside Bakersfield. Papadied and Sue’s mom was badlyinjured.

Later on Ruth had to go live nearher son in Alameda, and we tookover the old Eagle Rock house.

Ruth was never the same afterthe accident. She lived another 10years or so but she never complete-ly recovered from partial brain dam-age after her ordeal.

I always liked her. And she finallyliked me. She came up to me at aparty two years after she hadmoved to Alameda and said,“There’s something I want to say to

you. When you first met Sue I didn’tmuch care for you. But you’ve takencare of my daughter and my grand-kidsfor years now and you’re okay.You’ve done a good job and I wantto shake your hand.”

And she put out her hand andshook mine.

We’ll probably sell the EagleRock house pretty soon now. It’sabout time. And someone else canfix it all up and it’ll go another 75years.

It sits on a decently deep lot andenjoys a really neat back yard andthere’s room back there for a grand-mother unit too.

I’ve stayed there by myself for acouple weeks in between tenants.And that property has its owncharm. One real estate agent want-ed to fix it all up, changing the win-dows and redoing this and that. ButI wouldn’t allow it. It’s a specialproperty, and when the time comesit will go to a special person whohas a good eye for fixing it back upto show off what it originally was –a beauty.

As we all age, one thing becomescrystal clear to us all. Every act hasits own purpose, and that purpose isusually made clear to us sooner orlater. So just you wait your chanceto shine. And when your chancefinally comes- go for it!

And don’t look back!California Joe is the storyteller

persona of Stevenson Phillips, anactor and singer living in Kernville.You may reach him atsscaljoe@aol.com

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teer hours to put on. And they need someone to head the team.Tom McKinney, a chamber director, put out a call for someone willing to

serve as President next year.“We still have no one stepping forward to serve our Chamber this com-

ing year as president or vice president. We really need your help on this.We really are trying to turn our Chamber into a voice for you, the mem-bers, and be able to assist you in your business right here in the KernValley. We do have folks working on programs to make the Valley whereyou work a profitable place for you to operate. You can step up and help usmake our Valley a better place to work and live and play together. We dohave a good board of directors to help with the decisions of the Chamber,but we need you to step up.”

Otherwise, he said, “How do we operate next year?”If serving in high office sounds good to you, contact Ray Thurm at (760)

417-2880, Tom McKinney at (760) 417-9265, or Sue at the office (760) 379-5236.

Also, help is needed in the Fundraising and Events Committee. Considerbeing a member of the committee and helping in the chamber’s projects.Sign up today by contacting Marsha Smith via e-mail atmarshas@kvsun.com or by phone at (760) 379-3667 ext 15.

Nominations for Man and Woman of Year neededAnd while we’re on the subject, another of the chamber’s big projects is

the KRV Chamber Man and Woman of the Year designation and dinner.The chamber is actively seeking nominations now. The deadline to sub-

mit a nomination is Dec. 1. Please submit letters of nomination in writingto the Chamber office or mail to KRV Chamber of Commerce, P.O. Box 567,Lake Isabella, CA 93240.

The following information should be included in your nomination letter(not necessarily a couple/ husband and wife):

• Length of time in Kern River Valley• Memberships: Church, service clubs, other clubs or fraternal organiza-

tions• Offices held in above organizations• Volunteer work: previous and current with general dates and names of

organizations• Any other community involvement or humanitarian service applicable

to this awardThe dinner honoring the Man and Woman of the Year will be held in

conjunction with the chamber’s installation of officers and new boardmembers in January.

CHAMBER continued from page 1

Our Valley, Our Earth

Geologic detail completedRon BolyardKern River Courier Columnist

For the past eleven weeks I havebeen building a knowledge basefor the reader about how the westcoast of North America was geo-logically put together during 1.5billion years. This search nowreturns us to the map shown onAug. 27, which shows the edge ofthe Ancient North AmericanContinent.

During the past weeks, I wasdiscussing the building of the

block west of the ancient base-ment, which is identified as

"Added duringCordilleranOrogenies",which lastedaround 200 mil-lion years. Wehave now comecomplete circlewith our study ofthis geologicarea.

I will focusupon the of State California geo-

logicdetails forthe nextfourweeks.

Untilnext week...

RonBolyard isa retiredgeologistand hasdevelopedan “acuteinterest”in thegeologyof thesouthernSierraNevadasince hemovedhere in1999.

Ron Bolyard

Friday, November 13, 2009 Kern River Courier Page 11

Collecting

Get your antique lamp appraisedLarry CoxCourier Syndicated Columnist

Q: I have a GreatMajestic wood stove thathas been in my family formore than a century. Iwould like to find out howmuch it is worth. --Raymond, Albuquerque,N.M.

A: Edward Semmelroth,founder of Original AntiqueStoves, has been in the busi-ness for more than twodecades and is considered anexpert. He will provide youwith a simple appraisal for$25. Please allow at least threeor four weeks for him to com-plete the task. You shouldsend your check to EdwardSemmelroth, 410 FlemingRoad, Tekonsha, MI 49092.

***Q: What is a Scenex

Candid Camera worth thattakes Kodak 828 film? Iwas given this cameramore than 20 years ago,and it is in its originalbox along with theinstructions book. --Dawn, Marion, Ind.

A: Shutterbug Ads is one ofthe better publications forcamera enthusiasts, and it fea-tures a special help column.Editor Robert E. Mayer mightbe able to help you. Beforeyou contact him, you shouldcheck out the Web site at

www.shutterbug.com. Thepostal address is 1419 ChaffeeDrive, Suite 1, Titusville, FL32780.

***Q: I have an antique

lamp that was given to meby my grandmother. Iwould like to know theorigin of the lamp, whenit was crafted and howmuch it is currentlyworth. -- Eva, Santee,Calif.

A: I think you need theservices of a good appraiser.Paul Goluvoys is a member ofthe American Society ofAppraisers and is in yourarea. He specializes in antiqueand decorative arts. His phonenumber and e-mail addressare 858-578-5540, and pholu-voys@aol.com. You shouldexpect to pay for this service.

***Write to Larry Cox in care of

King Features Weekly Service,P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL32853-6475, or send e-mail toantiquequestions@aol.com.Due to the large volume ofmail he receives, Mr. Cox isunable to personally answer allreader questions. Do not sendany materials requiring returnmail.

(c) 2009 King Features Synd.,Inc.

Park, around 5 p.m. For more information, call Darlene at (760) 376-3998.

KRV Woman’s Club to hold Christmas Spectacular Dec. 12The KRV Woman’s Club will be holding their annual Christmas Spectacular

at the Mt. View Baptist Church in Lake Isabella on Dec. 12 beginning at 4:30p.m. For more information, call (760) 376-6704.

KRV Horse Show Association to hold raffle Dec. 19The Kern River Valley Horse Show Association will be holding a raffle

fundraiser on Dec. 19 at 10 a.m. at Jake’s Place Arena in Kernville. Tickets are$10 each or three for $25. For more information, call Jeri at (760) 378-1308 orStacy at (760) 608-2086.

Government commodities distributed Tuesday, Dec. 29The monthly food commodities will be distributed on Tuesday, Dec. 29 to

those who fit certain economic guidelines. Begins at 7 a.m. at Grace Chapel,Mt. Mesa; Elks Lodge, Wofford Heights; Senior Center, Lake Isabella.

To include your event in the Kern River Courier Calendar, just submit theinformation to the Courier (our addresses are on page 2) by Tuesday for eachFriday’s issue. Events must be open to the public and admission price, if any,must be listed.

HAPPENINGS continued from page 3

Page 12 Kern River Courier Friday, November 13, 2009

POOL/SPAREPAIR SPECIALIST

20+ Years ExperienceCA. License #647258

(760) 376-4384 / (909) 210-3971__________________________LARRY SCHUPPAN'S

Garage Doors & Openers. NewSales & Repairs. HandymanService. Decks, Covers, Masonry,Electrical, Plumbing. (760) 379-1430 License #CL492150 __________________________

MERCER BOOKKEEPINGAND TAX SERVICE

Open all YearTurbo Tax,Etc.Consulting

(760) 549-0270 / (760) 417-0392

JENNY’S WINDOW COVERINGS

Shutters, Shades, & BlindsFree Estimates, Best Prices

Toll-Free (877) 44-JENNY or(760) 378-2325 Lic# 919196

ARCHIE LOGSDON CARPENTRYDecks & Remodeling.

"Craftsmanship and Attentionto Detail"

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GLAS CO. Mfg. - Serving theKRV Custom Table Tops & MirrorsWindow Glass / Dual Pane/Retrofit Windows / AluminumEncls & Doors / Screens / ShowerEncls (760) 223-3645__________________________

HERITAGE CLEANERS inthe Von's Shopping Center.Dry Cleaning, Laundry,Comforters & Leather. Mon-Fri 8:30-5:00 Sat. 9:00-2:00760-379-4271__________________________

AES HARDWARE, RV &MOBILE HOME SUPPLIES.Electrical, hard to find items,welding gasses, Solar Propane,U-Haul. 4613 Lake IsabellaBlvd. 760-379-1966

HORSE MANUREMade Fresh Daily. No *&#@You load and haul. Call after6:00 pm 760-379-4860

Lake Isabella - $640/mo (incldsspace rent) in quiet 55+ park. 2bd, 2 ba completely refurbished.Rent to Own + sec dep & goodcredit. Call Joel (760) 379-2092_________________________Kernville - Hi-Ho MobileHome Park. 2 bd / 2 ba Apts.$595/mo + deposit and utili-ties. 760-376-2671_________________________KVHS grad seeking quiet &clean roommate to share 3-bdrm., 2 bath house in goodneighborhood near BC. $350 permonth, split utilities. Furnishedor unfurnished. Call or textAaron at 760-549-3341 or e-mailapollo112@thestew.net.__________________________PRIVATE - 2 bd double widemobile home IN W.Hts on 1acre with panoramic view ofthe lake. $700/mo + deposit.Call 760-376-1944 weekends or805-375-0047 weel days._________________________Wofford Heights - 3bd/2ba re-modeled home in Pala Ranchesw/xtra room under house. Mt.views, stove, refrig + w/d hookup.Section 8 ok. $900/mo + dep323-447-9140 or 323-969-8061_________________________Wofford Hts - Mobile Home -Neatest Adult Park in theValley. 1 bd, completely remod-eled. $385/mo, Senior discount.Apply @ office, 99 Evans Road._________________________Bodfish - 2bd/2ba, mtn view,quiet n'borhood. Boat/RV/car-port. $695/mo + deposit + utili-ties. 1st 2 weeks free, 760-379-5237, 323-791-3588_________________________Kernville - 2bd/1 ba house. 2car garage, inclds washer &dryer, central ac/heat. 468Sirretta (do not disturb ten-ants) avail Dec 1. $925/mo+dep. 909-518-734

3.5 HP Briggs & StrattonBobcat Rotary Lawnmower$30 obo. Call after 6:00 pm760-379-4860

DOG TRAINER in the ValleyWofford Heights Park 6 Days-Choose time and days Recent

Local References Trish &Collie Paw 760-376-2307

DRESS ME UP6437 Lake Isabella Blvd. in thePost Office Shopping Center.

Mon-Fri 10-5, Sat 9-12.379-8927

Children's Clothing and More

YARD SALE - Sat & Sun,Nov 14 & 15 8am-4pm. 7556Boone Cyn Rd. Onyx (offCoyote Trail)

LOCAL MAN needs work -any odd jobs you got.Painting / splitting, stackingfirewood / Yard clean up.John P. 760-223-6705

Lake Isabella - 3,600 sq. ft.bldg on approx 3 acres forlease located @ 3615 SuhreStreet (corner of Suhre & Hwy155.) Excellent office spacefor medical, dental, school,church, or? Terms negotiable.Call (760) 417-0876

The Rich Pelletreau Gallery isnow closed and the log cabin inWofford Heights in which itwas located is now for rent. Forinformation, please call MarcyHughes at 1-760-417-1953.

United States ConstitutionWe said “DO NOT” give it to aU.S. Senator or Congressman.Found on the floor of congress, itwas returned in really bad shape& totally unrecognizable. Lookslike people repeatedly stompedon it with at least one person inclod-hopper heels. Not happy atall, but its something to keep inmind for future reference.

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For Rent

COCKTAILS AND DANCING5430 Lake Isabella Blvd.

379-8144Largest pool table in town!

*bounce houses

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Ray's Painting & DecoratingInterior & Exterior Painting

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Lic. # C705814 - 760-417-9797

CommercialPets

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Chain Link - Barbed Wire - VinylWood - Custom Gates - RepairsFree Estimates 760-223-1730Serving the KRV since 1995

Specialty Stores

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Lah-De-Dah-Gifts, Collectables,Antiques. “If it’s not here, wedon’t have it.” Sewing Center forSewing Needs. 41 Big Blue Rd.Kernville. Call 376-6704.

Kernville - Large room to rentw/private entrance & bath-room. Quiet location. $460/mo+ deposit. Includes cable TV,utilities & garage. Houseprivileges. Call 760-376-3340

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Chuck Barbee - Still & VideoPHOTOGRAPHY

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Lake Isabella - Nice 2bd/2badbl wide Mobile Home w/patio& deck + 2 car carport in quiet55+ park, $25,000 or financingavailable. 760-379-2092_________________________Beautiful Refurbished 1 1/2 bd, 1ba. mobile home with den + anadd on. Quiet park, walk to lake.Space inclds water/trash, laundry& fish house. $16,500. Owner willcarry. Call Gary 760-376-3228

Wofford Heights - Sites availablein quiet park with lake views,laundry facilities & fish house.$250/mo inclds water & trash.Call Jody @ 760-376-3228_________________________

Wofford Heights Mobile / RVPark Great Location! Quiet,mature trees, walk to lake, mar-ket, medical, park & theater.Call Jim @ (760) 376-6316

Residential Lot on AspenDrive in Bodfish. $25,000.OBO Call (661) 428-1108

METAL HARD HATFound on Lake Isabella Blvd.

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Mobile HomesMust See! - Freshly remodeledcabin w/permits to expand on 1/3acre lot. 102 Hoebeck Bodfish.Cross street of Columbus.$75,000 obo. 661-428-1108_________________________Lake Isabella - Rent to Own,Lease or Buy. OWC w/smalldown. Looking for quality ten-ants.Terms negotiable. 3 bd, 2 bahome. Large double garage.Close to shopping. $159,000.(760) 417-0876

40Ft RV Access w/hookups.Large 2bd. 2ba, Den+Formal lvg,2-car garage+workshop. Cornerlot+cul-de-sac. New roof, Lakeview, fireplace + many upgrades.8331 So. Lake Dr., Southlake.$139,000 (760) 379-7094_________________________Weldon Valley Estates - 2006Modular. 3 beds, 2 bath. 5/8acre. 2 car garage. All fenced,landscaped. $225,000.00 760-378-2969_________________________Lake Isabella - Saved the Bestfor Last! - Brand new 3bd/2bahome. 2832 Erskine Creek. 2car garage.RV access & hook up.Last one- Call now 818-324-0869

OLIVE WOODAre you shopping for price, orthe most heat for your dollars?Cheaper than almond, oak orpine. More BTU's per cord!

Free local delivery.760-223-1677

Homes for Sale

Land for Sale

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FoundFirewood for Sale

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESSNAME STATEMENT

Fictitious Business Name(s)DBA #1: SPEZAPHONICSOUND (2009-B6273) Streetaddress of principal place ofbusiness: 197 Oxen Trail, LakeIsabella, CA 93240. Mailingaddress of business: P.O. Box79, Lake Isabella, CA 93240.REGISTRANT: JamesSpezialy, 197 Oxen Trail, LakeIsabella, CA 93240. A,Individual. Date the businesscommenced: 04/07/2009.Notice: In accordance withsubdivision (a) of Section17920, a fictitious name state-ment generally expires at theend of five years from the dateon which it was filed in theoffice of the County Clerk,except, as provided in subdivi-sion (b) of Section 17920,where it expires 40 days afterany change in the facts set forthin the statement pursuant toSection 17913 other than achange in the residence addressof a registered owner. A newFictitious Business NameStatement must be filed beforethe expiration. The filing of thisstatement does not of itselfauthorize the use in this State of

a fictitious business name inviolation of the rights of anoth-er under Federal, State orCommon Law (see Section14411 et seq., Business andProfessions Code) Signed:James Spezialy. This statementfiled on 09/30/2009. Expires09/30/2014. ANN K. BAR-NETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By M.Rodriguez. Published by theKern River Courier October30, November 6, 13 and 20,2009.

STATEMENT OFABANDONMENT OF USE

OF FICTICIOUS NAMEFictitious Business Name being

abandoned: LAKE ISABELLAFLORIST, (2009-B2718)Street address of business:11019 Kernville Road,Kernville, CA 93238; Mailingaddress of Business; P.O. Box1017, Kernville, CA 93238;REGISTRANT WHO WISH-ES TO ABANDON THEBUSINESS NAME: LucianWhitman, P.O. Box 1017,Kernville, CA 93238; OriginalFBN Statement Filed on:04/21/2009. This Statement ofAbandonment filed on:

10/07/2009. ANN K. BAR-NETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk by M. Rodriguez,Deputy Clerk (34993).Published by the Kern RiverCourier October 30, November6, 13 and 20, 2009.

STATEMENT OFABANDONMENT OF USE

OF FICTICIOUS NAMEFictitious Business Name being

abandoned: PETAL PUSHERPLUS, (2009-B2717) Streetaddress of business: 11019Kernville Road, Kernville, CA93238; Mailing address ofBusiness; P.O. Box 1017,Kernville, CA 93238; REGIS-TRANT WHO WISHES TOABANDON THE BUSINESSNAME: Lucian Whitman, P.O.Box 1017, Kernville, CA93238; Original FBNStatement Filed on:04/21/2009. This Statement ofAbandonment filed on:10/07/2009. ANN K. BAR-NETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk by M. Rodriguez,Deputy Clerk (34993).Published by the Kern RiverCourier October 30, November6, 13 and 20, 2009.

Courier Legal Notices

Whiskey Flat Days is just aroundthe corner and the Kernville

Chamber is wastingno time gettin’ on the horn.

Whiskey Flat Days 2010 theme is

CALLIN’ ALL COWBOYS

Money, Money, Money. Does your clubor organization need a li’l extra cash? We arelooking for Mayor Candidates. Just call orcome by the chamber office and we’ll fill you inon the details to gettin’ rich this comingWhiskey Flat Days.

Whiskey Flat Kick-Off Dinner will beheld at Ewing’s on the Kern, January8th, startin’ at 5:30pm. Call to git a seat. Them’slimited!

Pick up the phone and give us a ring,760-376-2629 and the little ladies in theOffice of Sweet-Justice will be obligedto give you some info.

Potluck & Whiskey Flat MeetingNovember 23, following the Kernville Chambergeneral meeting.

behalf of the Kern County Librarysystem were Kern County LibraryDirector Diane Duquette and KernRiver Valley Branch LibrarySupervisor Peggy Hickey. TheDVDs will be available for any of the319,797 registered borrowers at theMain Library in Bakersfield as wellas through any of the 25 branchlibraries and 2 bookmobiles.

The mission of KRVR's GreenFilm Festival is to provide free

access to fresh and diverse environ-mental films that highlight urgentcontemporary issues and offeraccessible solutions.

Five more free green films will beshown on Sunday, Jan. 10, andanother group on Sunday, Feb. 7.The 2nd Annual Living Green KernRiver Valley Festival will be heldMarch 17 through 21, 2010. Forinformation, go towww.LivingGreenKRV.org.

$500, sponsored by AtchisonPropane, and Shady Lane Bar &Grill is sponsoring the $250 prizefor the third longest trout. The troutdoes not have to be tagged; howev-er the winner must be registeredfor the derby.

There will also be an additional989 tagged trout with a value of $20to $1,000 available for the derby.

In the past 20 years, luckyanglers (men, women and chil-

dren) have caught more than$240,000 worth of trout at theIsabella Lake Fishing Derby. Two ofthe prized $10,000 fish werecaught last year. So mark your cal-endars; one of those $10,000 fishcould be yours!

The 2010 Derby will be held onMarch 27, 28, and 29, the weekendbefore Easter. Registration instruc-tions may be obtained by calling(760) 379-5236.

GREEN continued from page 1

TROUT continued from page 1

Murdoc Douglas/Kern River Courier

One of our roving cameras caught the Specialized SBCU team (SpecializedBicycle Components University) having breakfast at Cheryl’s Diner inKernville. The Kern River Valley is becoming a mecca for mountain bikeenthusiasts. Many are from Los Angeles. SBCU is headquarted in MorganHill in the Santa Clarita area. SBCU is Specialized’s bicycle dealer trainingprogram.

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Courier chuckle of the week:

“A lie gets halfway around the worldbefore the truth has a chance to get itspants on.”

- Sir Winston Churchill (1874-1965)

See Page 16 foranswers to puzzles

Friday, November 13, 2009 Kern River Courier Page 15

Trivia TestBy Fifi Rodriguez

1. GEOGRAPHY: What is the only CentralAmerican country that doesn't have acoastline on the Pacific?

2. MOVIES: Who played the role of BooRadley in the movie "To Kill aMockingbird"?

3. MYTHOLOGY: In Norse mythology,what is the name of the goddess of thepast?

4. SCIENCE: What is the only knownmetal that turns to liquid at room tempera-ture?

5. TELEVISION: Which long-runningvariety show featured a fictitious radio sta-tion named KORN?

ARIES (March 21 to April 19) While it seems thatchaos is taking over, you get everything back to nor-mal, even if it means being more than a little assertivewith some people. Expect to hear more job-relatednews soon.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Expect to be able tomove ahead with your workplace plans now that youhave a good idea of what you might have to face. Awelcome change on the home front.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) A quieter period set-tles in, giving you a chance to catch your breath, aswell as allowing for more time to handle someimportant family matters.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) The frustrations oflast week have pretty much played themselves out.You should find things going more smoothly, espe-cially with those all-important personal matters.

LEO (July 23 to August 22) Once again, you find acreative way to resolve a pesky problem in shortorder. However, a matter involving a breach of con-fidence might need a bit more time to check out.

VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Reunitingwith an old friend could lead to the sharing of somegreat new experiences. But be careful you don't findyourself once again being super-critical or overlyjudgmental.

LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) You shouldbe seeing some positive results following your movetoward repairing that unraveling relationship. Theremight be some setbacks, but staying with it pays off.

SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21)Encouraging a friendlier environment in the homecould go a long way to help dissipate anger andresolve problems, especially those affecting children.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Arecent act of kindness is beginning to show someunexpected (but very welcome) results. On anothernote, expect to hear more about a possible move toanother locale.

CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Thegood news is that the sure-footed Goat can rely onhis or her skill to get around obstacles in the work-place. The not-so-good news is that new impedi-ments could turn up later.

AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) Achange of pace is welcome but confusing. Before youmake decisions one way or another, be sure youknow precisely what it is you're being asked to do.

PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Don't fret ifyou don't get the gratitude you think you're owed fordoing a nice thing for someone. There might be agood reason for that.

BORN THIS WEEK: You have a way of makingthe sort of wise decisions that lead to shedding newlight on dark situations.

(c) 2009 King Features Synd., Inc.

Salome’s Stars

1. Belize2. Robert Duvall3. Urd4. Mercury5. "Hee Haw"

Answers:

(c) 2009 King Features Synd., Inc.

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Solutions to Courier puzzles on 14-15:

Dear Kern River Courier,This letter concerns the issue of the nature and antiquity of the paintings

above the Kern River near Isabella, on the property known as the Lodge atPainted Rock (Letters to the Courier, Oct. 23, 2009).

I addressed this thoroughly in a scientific research paper that I wroteand published through the journal of the Kern County ArchaeologicalSociety. The published version has a number of color pictures both stan-dard and in a special software program that enhances the ability to see anyimages that have faded.

The salient elements of our research report can eliminate any doubtregarding the authenticity and age of these pictographs.

The first mention of the pictographs was by Julian Steward in his bookwhich was published in 1929. That book contains several high quality blackand white photos. Hence we have documentation of the pictographs earli-er than the purported activities.

There are many other subsequent publications that discuss and docu-ment the site.

All of these researchers over the course of 70 years of academic and sci-entifically supported research uniformly agree and refer to the site as anauthentic aboriginal rock painting.

My recent research identified these references and addressed the originand antiquity of the site. The site has a native place name in the TubatulabalIndian language and is known as palakuc (pronounced palah-kooch). It wasa traditional fishing site of the indigenous people of the South Fork KernRiver Valley as attested by Erminie Voegelin in her classic ethnographictreatment on the Tubatulabal Indians of the South Fork of the Kern RiverValley (Voegelin 1938). Furthermore, the site has been formally document-ed by a number of prehistorians and was recognized and accepted by thearchaeological community and given a state trinomial identififying it as anarchaeological site – site CA-KER-17 – only the 17th site to be so document-ed in Kern County. There now thousands of sites known in the county.

Recent research was conducted on June 28, 2008 at the rock paintingsite. The paint sample obtained from the site of red pigment was sufficientin size to evaluate as to age using Accelerated Mass SpectrometryRadiocarbon dating. A laboratory at the University of Colorado, Boulderanalyzed the sample that provided an age of 1010 plus or minus 20 radio-carbon years. When calibrated the age is between 928 and 949 years beforeAD 1950 or ca. AD 1001 to 1022.

Therefore my conclusions are that the pictographs are aboriginal graph-ics at least 1,000 years old.

Alan Gold (Garfinkel), Ph.D.Archaeological Associates of Kern County

Editor’s note: Dr. Garfinkel’s response was much longer and containedmuch more detailed technical information. His response has been synop-sized here. Those who are interested in the complete response may obtain aprinted copy at the Courier office or by return e-mail by sending a messageto office@kernrivercourier.com.

Letters to the Courier

Photos by Murdoc Douglas/Kern River CourierJeff Coughlin of Ridgecrest flies a radio-controlled model aircraft at theKMAK (Kern Model Aircraft Kontrollers) field at Hanning Flat Saturdayduring a competition.

USDA has tips for a successful Thanksgiving dinnerKern River Courier

Preparing Thanksgiving dinner canbe a wonderful experience, yet daunt-ing for those planning it. The goal is tohave a safe and delicious turkey dinner,and if planned one day at a time, it canbe a fun and memorable experience.

A good way to start is one weekbefore the big day - on Thursday, Nov.19 at noon, join the U.S. Department ofAgriculture (USDA) in a live Facebookchat featuring a holiday food safetyexpert from its Food Safety andInspection Service. Members of thepublic can submit questions about safepreparation of the holiday meal-turkey,stuffing and other holiday favorites--and get live answers right on theUSDA Facebook page. For more infor-

mation about the chat or to submitquestions in advance, visit the USDALive page at http://www.usda.com/liveand become a fan of USDA onFacebook athttp://www.facebook.com/usda .

To ensure a successful and safe cele-bration this Thanksgiving, USDA rec-ommends a Thanksgiving countdown.Ahead of the Nov. 19 Facebook chatyou can:

• Plan your menu and gatherrecipes.

• Check your pantry to see what youhave.

•Make a shopping list of neededingredients.

•Check to make sure you have all theequipment you will need, including aroasting pan large enough to hold your

turkey or meat.• Buy a food thermometer if you

don't already have one.•Start using foods that are taking up

space in your refrigerator and freezerto make sure you have plenty of roomfor your turkey, ham, or roast andother dishes.

Then your timetable should be asfollows:

Thanksgiving (T) minus 6 (Nov.20): Start thawing your frozen turkeyby moving it into your refrigeratornow. Leave the frozen bird in its origi-nal wrapper and place it on a tray tocatch any juices that may leak. Allowapproximately 24 hours per 4 to 5pounds of turkey.

T minus 5 (Nov. 21: Do a thoroughcleaning job on your refrigerator and

the appliances needed for preparingthe Thanksgiving meal.

T minus 4 (Nov. 22): Round uputensils and chairs.

T minus 3 (Nov. 23: Make veg-etable side dishes and breads ahead oftime.

T minus 2 (Nov. 24): If you forgot tothaw the turkey or don't have room inthe refrigerator for thawing, don'tpanic. You can submerge the turkey incold water and change the water every30 minutes. Allow about 30 minutesdefrosting time per pound of turkey.Cook immediately after thawing.

T minus 1 (Nov. 25): It's not safe tocook a turkey all night at 200 °F. Theminimum oven temperature is 325 °F toensure any bacteria are destroyed.

– USDA