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AB 32 Reducing GHGs Falls ShortDo Not Support the Governors Executive OrderCARBs Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Target for 2035 - Mike Bullock

Our California Air Resources Board (CARB) has caved in to SANDAGs desire to havea weak GHG target, for year 2035. Since California needs to set an example for otherstates and the world, this irresponsible act puts the stability of our climate in danger.

Background: AB 32 requires California emissions, from all sources, to be at 1990 levelsby 2020. The years after 2020 are covered by a Governors Executive Order, S-3-05. Itcalls for emissions to be 80% below 1990 levels, by 2050. These reductions, worldwide, would limit GHG levels to 450 PPM. When AB 32 and the executive order wereformulated, it was thought that limiting GHG levels to 450 PPM would providehumanity adequate safety from catastrophic climate destabilization. However, climatescience now tells us that any level above 350 PPM is dangerous. Unfortunately, thecurrent level is 390 PPM and this is higher than it has been in 800,000 years.

CARB has the responsibility to implement both AB 32 and the Governors ExecutiveOrder. SB 375 was written to give our California Air Resources Board (CARB) authori-

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By Tara Piraneo and Tom Scott

GSOB Program Coordinators,UC Riverside

Its hard to envision southern Californiawithout oaks. This unimaginable situa-tion could become reality if a new exotic

beetle con-tinues tospread inSan DiegoCounty.This beetlehas killedorirreparably

damaged over 95% of oaks in severalwoodlands in less than 10 years. Since2002, it has impacted the rural communi-ties of Alpine, Descanso, Campo, Crest,Cuyamaca, Guatay, Jamul, Julian, Laguna,Lake Henshaw, Pine Valley, Santa Ysabel,and Ramona.

Oak decline and mortality is the result ofan exotic beetle, the Goldspotted oakborer (GSOB; Agrilus coxalis), first foundin 2004, and later linked to oak damagein 2008. To date, it is responsible for overtens of thousands of oak mortalities inSan Diego County. GSOB is native toArizona, Mexico, and Guatemala, and wasmost likely brought to San Diego in themid 1990s in firewood. The adult beetleis about 12 inch long, with gold spots onits dark green iridescent back. It is knownto attack mature coast live oak, canyonlive oak, and California black oak. Duringlate summer, beetle larvae emerge fromeggs laid in bark crevices and begin bor-ing into the wood. Larvae feed between

Goldspotted Oak BorerKilling Our Local Oaks

cient public participation in the "politicalfarm system" i.e. the recruitment of whoserves in the leadership - and "the trenches"of any democratic group is critical to oursurvival. When it's not easy for new peopleto get involved, the integrity - and even thesurvival of the entire organization becomesat risk. This is not unique to the Chapter -we see this as a major issue in the democra-cy of our nation!

So if you'd like to help, we need your help.The political climate has never been morechallenging for nature and the environ-ment. If you'd like to volunteer in anycapacity please call or email me or RichardMiller, our dedicated staff-person.

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IN THIS ISSUE:Cross Country Ski Schedule . . . . . . . 4

Chapter Outings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Monthly Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Chapter Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Sustainability, in the case of a non-profitorganization such as the Sierra Club,requires doing enough meaningful work onour mission that people will support us -both with volunteer time/expertise and alsowith financial support. Closely related tothis is having a team of people - both staffand volunteers, who will invite others toparticipate - and provide the support andtraining to make a difference. Especially in avolunteer-based group, it requires consis-tently making it straightforward for anynew volunteer to understand where theycan fit into the Club structure to be able tocontribute. This has been a challenge for theChapter in recent years. To address thiswe've created "job descriptions" that arespecific to our current needs. It is alreadybearing fruit.

I'd like to welcome our latest new ExCommember: Pete Lefkarites. For the first timein the last few years, as of the Decembermeeting, the ExCom will now have full rep-resentation. Pete has wanted to do more tohelp the Sierra Club as he has watched theenvironment - and environmental groupscome under attack.

My goal is to help all volunteers come-up-to-speed on how to contribute - whetherjoining an ongoing effort, or beginning anew project; whether you want to get out-doors on an outing, attend social activities,learn about conservation or politics or ifyou'd like to become a member of Chapterleadership.

The Sierra Club is also a political group, i.e.our leadership is elected from the member-ship. This adds another set of challenges.Having a health democracy requires suffi-

Planning for the Future

Introduction to theCaliforniaEnvironmental QualityAct (CEQA) Saturday, November 6, 2010 9 AM to 4 PM8304 Clairemont Mesa BlvdSuite TBA San Diego, California 92111Description: This all-day workshop will pro-vide an applied overview of the CaliforniaEnvironmental Quality Act with an emphasis ondrafting effective public comments. Completingthis workshop, participants will be able to:Understand and participate in CEQA evaluationsand effectively review and comment on CEQAdocuments.

Registration: $20.00 for Sierra Club Membersand $25.00 for Non-Sierra Club Members.Seating is limited. Please contact either PamelaEpstein at [email protected] orRichard Miller at [email protected] RSVP by November 3, 2010. Or you may callthe Sierra Club office at 858.569.6005

**Lunch and informational materials are includedin the cost of the workshop.

ty over cars and light-duty trucks. This personal driving is quantified as vehicle miles trav-eled, or VMTs. Personal driving is responsible for 41% of San Diego Countys GHG. SB375 calls for CARB to give each regional government in the state (Metropolitan PlanningOrganization, or MPO and SANDAG is our MPO) GHG reduction targets, for personaldriving, for the years 2020 and 2035. SB 375 required that CARB give every MPO in thestate their targets by September 30th of this year. CARB gave the San Diego AreaGovernment (SANDAG) a 2035 GHG reduction target of -13%. CARBs South Coast AirQuality Maintenance District Planning Liaison, Earl Withycombe told your TransportationChair (TC), in a phone conversation, that CARB is free to ignore S-3-05 when they set the2035 targets. He also told your TC that he was instructed by his management to NOT putthat into an email. Ignoring S-3-05 is probably illegal. S-3-05 covers the years from 2020 to2050 so this would include 2035. If CARB is able to ignore S-3-05, then the order has noeffect in any agency. Refusing to put the assertion that they are free to ignore S-3-05 inwriting shows a disappointing lack of transparency. It appears that CARB wants to be ableto deny that it ever said that it could ignore S-3-05.

Your Transportation Chair has computed that the CARB-to-SANDAG 2035 reduction tar-get of -13% would have to instead be -35.15%, to just meet the straight-line trajectory ofS-3-05 for 2035.

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A Gift for the EarthBy Richard Miller,Development Coordinator

Now is the time to make sure that ourchildren, grandchildren and those welove have a chance to grow up in aworld worth living.

Today there is still time.Environmental protection is an issue thataffects all of us. Whether its air qualityalerts in Imperial County, contaminationof our lakes, rivers and beaches, or pre-venting unnecessary power lines frombeing built in the backcountry, environ-mental issues impact our quality of life,and create opportunities for decisionsthat will either improve our air, water andlands, or step back from protecting thatheritage. The San Diego Chapter of theSierra Club is a critical voice on environ-mental issues in San Diego and ImperialCounties. Our staff and volunteers con-front a broad range of issues each day. Itis a constant challenge to provide theresources necessary to sustain andstrengthen our ability to be the voice forcitizens who support a clean and healthyenvironment.

As you think about your end of year gifts,please consider a tax-deductible gift tothe San Diego Chapter.

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To donate on-line, go to www.sandiego.sierra-club.org and click on the "Donate Now" but-ton. There you can select either a taxdeductible or a non-deductible gift.Contributions and gifts to Sierra ClubFoundation San Diego Chapter Fund are tax-deductible as charitable contributions as theysupport grants for public education, researchand public interest litigation necessary to fur-ther the Sierra Clubs conservation goals.Contributions and gifts to Sierra Club SanDiego Chapter are not tax-deductible; theysupport our effective citizen-based advocacyand lobbying efforts.

Copper Removed FromVehicle Brake Pads From office of Christine Kehoe

Sen. Christine Kehoe (D-San Diego)announced that the governor signed intolaw her bill to remove copper from vehiclebrake pads sold and installed in Californiaafter 2025. SB 346 requires the use of cop-per in brake pads to be reduced to 5 percentby 2021 and to 0.5 percent by 2025. Thesedates will provide sufficient time for brakepad manufacturers and car companies todevelop safe and affordable alternatives.Vehicles and brake pads made before the2021 and 2025 target dates will be exemptfrom the law.

The new law is one of the Sierra Clubs topten legislative priorities for 2010.

"This new law will help restore water qualityin streams, bays, and creeks throughout the

state and help cities like the City of SanDiego avoid costly cleanups of their water-ways," said Kehoe. "It will also preservevehicle safety and performance, which iswhy it enjoys the support of brake padmanufacturers."

Scientific research has identified copper as asignificant water pollutant and a threat toaquatic life, particularly salmon in streamsand rivers. The major source of coppercontamination comes from brake pads,which emit a fine copper dust when brakesare applied that is subsequently carried to local waterways by rain and storm water runoff.

As a result of this contamination, urbancommunities around the state have beenordered to remove copper from their water-ways by state and federal regulators. Citiesface billions of dollars in fines and clean-upcosts for failure to comply with theseremoval orders.

the sapwood and phloem under the bark, essentially starvingthe tree of nutrients and killing it within 1-3 years. Evidenceof GSOB injury include D-shaped exit holes, twig die-back,crown thinning, and staining and oozing on the bark surface.

Oak firewood brought in from long distances with infestedareas has a high probability of containing GSOB, and coulddevastate oaks around any location where the firewood isstored. Currently, there are no known treatments to eradicateGSOB once it becomes established, and a GSOB outbreak islikely to kill many of the coast live oak and black oaks in anarea. This could cost a community millions of dollars inremoval and restoration costs. To stop this insect fromspreading to other parts in southern California, one action


Mike Fry, Chair, 858-748-5166.For a complete description of our ski andsnowshoe outings, see our webpagehttp://sandiego.sierraclub.org/ski/We use an email list for local outings. Send ashort email to [email protected]. Pleaseinclude your full name.The La Nina weather forecast may result in nolocal trips this season. Our multi-day tripsshould be far enough north to have goodsnow.Our ski meeting is the second Thurs of themonth, at the Sports Chalet, 3695 Midway Dr.San Diego, CA 92110.Nov 11, Dec 9, Jan 13, Feb 10, Mar 10, & Apr14. 6PM:Beginner ski and snowshoe class.7PM: Trip announcements and program.

NOV 12-14, KELSO SAND DUNESSkiing on sand dunes, Carpool and car camp.Mike Fry [email protected]. Old skis and bootsprovided. No charge. Beginners welcome.Limit 14.

NOV 24-28, MAMMOTH LAKESTHANKSGIVING Rhea Leptich. [email protected] 4 nights in two condos in Old Mammoth.Thanksgiving dinner included. About $250.Carpool.If there isn't enough snow for skiing, we willgo hiking. Limit 16

DEC 29-JAN 2NEW YEARS BEAR VALLEY CROSS COUNTRYSKI - CAR POOL Alice Fichandler [email protected] join us to bring in the New Year at Bear

Valley, one of our favorite ski haunts in theSierras. $250 covers your lodging. Carpooland meals are not included. XC track systemand beginner lessons available. Downhillresort and backcountry skiing nearby.

JAN 13-17, MT. LASSEN Pat Roskowski [email protected] Carpool in rented cars from Sacramentoairport. Motel in Mineral, small villagenear Mt. Lassen Volcano National Park.About $430 for airfare, rental car, andlodging. Excellent backcountry skiing.

FEB 17-21 YOSEMITE BUS TRIP Monique [email protected]. $590per person, double occupancy, for thebus, park entrance fee, and rooms atYosemite Lodge. Meals are not included.This is still our best trip for beginners,and a wonderful trip for everyone.Lessons are included, and good ski rentalsare available. See: http://sierra-clubyosemitetrip.com/

FEB 26-MAR 6YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK Monique Alkemade [email protected] 1:8 day trip starting at Mammoth Hot SpringsHotel (north end of park) and finishing at theOld Faithful Snow Lodge. About $1500 forairfare, ground transportation, and lodging,double occupancy. Single room is $1900, 3 toa room is $1365.

Option 2:Starts two days later (Mon. Feb.28), and joinsthe group at Old Faithful. Cost is $200 less.All prices are per person. Meals are notincluded. This is an outstanding trip, far fromLa Nina.http://sandiego.sierraclub.org/wbc/nc/index.htm

APR 7-11CLAIR TAPPAAN LODGEPatty Dahl [email protected]. About $400 forAir fare, carpool in rental cars, lodging, andalmost all meals. CTL is north of Lake Tahoe,and is home base for Sierra Club skiers. Freegroomed tracks near the Lodge, Royal GorgeXC down the road, 3 alpine ski resorts up theroad, and Sierra Club ski huts

Refund Policy: Note that sickness or injurydoes not play a part in refunds.Full Refund: 1. We cancel the trip.2. The leader determines you shouldn't

be on the trip.3. You find your own replacement and

they reimburse you.Partial Refund:1. We find your replacement and keep

only your deposit.2. We can't replace you, but we get a refund

(or are not charged) by our providersbecause of your absence. You get backwhatever we get back.

No refund: You cancel and we can't replace you.CST 2087766-40. Registration as a seller oftravel does not constitute approval by theState of California.

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you could take is to purchase firewood locally and dont move firewood.

This effort alone is not enough. With over one million of acresof oaks in southern California, it is nearly impossible for agen-cies to monitor all woodlands for signs of infestations. So, we areasking you to help us create an early warning system by keepingan eye out for GSOB damage. We can use your help on a num-ber of different levels: from incidental observations to attendingworkshops on GSOB identification and symptoms. Please con-tact Tara Piraneo at [email protected] or call 951.313.4193 ifinterested in monitoring oaks. At a minimum we are hopingthat you will log on to our website, www.gsob.org to learn moreabout the outbreak.


From Couch toCamping toCanyoneer: My Experience of theWilderness Basics Course by Peter Spiller

"FAMILY HIKE IN THE GRANDCANYON TAKES A TRAGIC TURN,INEXPERIENCE CITED AS THE CAUSE"screamed the headline in my mind, as Icontemplated our upcoming hike belowthe rim. Realitywas hitting hardas I realized thatall the physicalconditioning inthe world wasnot going to beenough to keepus safe. None ofus had any realexperience back-packing in thewilderness, andthe Grand Canyon seemed to me as wildas it gets. As I contemplated my impend-ing demise by wilderness, a conversationwith an old friend many months beforecrept into my head. During our talk shewent on and on regarding an outdoorcourse she had taken several years before,that had a huge impact. She talked abouthow much she had learned in this course,and then regaled me with stories of heroutdoor adventures. "Maybe this is whatwill save me" I thought, so off to the inter-net I went, and a short time later I was aproud owner of a seat in the WBC. I men-tioned this to my parents, and they soonjoined up for the course. I guess I was notthe only one who felt that death below therim was not an option.

The Wilderness Basics Course is a longrunning staple in the San Diego Chapterof the Sierra Club. This course, which is acombination of lecture and practical expe-rience in the mountains and deserts ofCalifornia, is an awesome way for anyonewith the desire to experience naturethrough camping and hiking to learn howto do it practically and safely, for both theparticipant, and the environment you arevisiting. The course gives you practicalinsight to gear selection, the 10-essentials,comfort and safety, trip planning, naviga-

tion, naturalism, first aid, and so muchmore. In fact in one somewhat mysteriouslecture one chagrined lecturer taught ushow to poop in the woods using the mostgentle of euphemisms to soften a touchysubject. The lectures were well organized,and presented by an awe inspiring cast ofcharacters who had a collective resumethat would make Grizzly Adams look likea tender footed city punk. The strongestcommon thread throughout the lectureseries was that of stewardship. It seemedeach and every person involved with theWBC had a strong commitment to thepreservation of our wilderness, and taught

us how to enjoy itwith out destroyingit. The tenets of theSierra Club werestrong throughoutthe course.

While the lectureportion of thecourse is invalu-able, the real bril-liance of the WBClies in the outingsthat pair up groups

of class members with two experiencedChapter Outing Leaders. The Sierra Club,and the WBC have devised a method thatallows you to pick an appropriate outingto meet your needs and abilities. Therewere 5 separate weekend outings thatallowed us to experience different environ-ments, and different camping situations.The outings ranged from a car camp, tothe infamous snow camp. We concentratedon skills in these outings ranging fromnavigation with a map and compass, sur-viving in sub-freezing weather, to perfect-ing hot chocolate fondue. WBC SAVEDMY LIFE! Well, possibly!I am proud tosay that our Grand Canyon hike wentwithout a hitch, and was an experience Iwill never forget. In retrospect, it poten-tially would otherwise have been a disas-ter. The temperatures were over 100degrees in the shade, and the mile of alti-tude we gained would have overmatchedus if not for the training in proper hydra-tion, and the common sense that wereimparted as part of the WBC experience.More importantly WBC has given me alifelong appreciation, and desire to explorethe natural wonders that our land presentsto those who have the confidence and skillto immerse themselves in them.

Plastic Bags WillContinue to PolluteJudy Thomas, Hi Sierran Editor

California lawmakers have rejected theBag Ban bill (AB 1998) by a 14-21 vote. Itwould have been the first statewide ban onplastic shopping bags.

The bill drew fierce opposition from plas-tic bag manufacturers which spent heavilyon ads attacking the measure as a jobskiller. The group, which represents plasticbag makers helped collapse Seattle's effortlast year to charge 20-cents for each plasticor paper grocery bag.

If passed, consumers would need to pro-vide reusable bags or buy recycled paperones at store cost. Californians use morethan 19 billion plastic carry-out bags eachyear, roughly 552 bags per person. Thisusage generates 147,038 tons of unneces-sary waste. Used once, discarded bags endup in landfills and marine ecosystems. Inthe U.S. less than 5% are actually recycled.Its a myth that they are free, as it costsSan Francisco about $8.5 million annuallyto dispose of the litter. That equates toaround 20 cents each.

So far, only San Francisco, Malibu, PaloAlto and Fairfax cities have approved plas-tic bag bans. North Carolina banned sin-gle-use plastic and non-recyclable bags lastyear in the Outer Banks. In January,Washington, D.C., began requiring grocerystores to charge a nickel for disposablegrocery bags. Ireland has also enacted atariff on each bag.

San Diego and other cities should to beadded to the list.

More than ever we need to increase publiceducation of the realities of the unneces-sary use of plastic bags and lobby ourcities to pass measures to control thisneedless consumption.

Choice matters.Heres what we can do locally:

Write letters to the city council, askingfor an ordinance to eliminate or chargefor the bags. Bring reusable carry-outbags for shopping; they are sturdier andhold more anyway! Be a role model.Every time you refuse to use a plasticbag, you are helping to get the message out.


San Diego Sierra Club Launches Meetup.com group for its Family Nature Club Jennifer Douglas

The Sierra Club San Diego Chapter'sFamily Committee now offers a freemeetup.com group for its FamilyNature Club, The Club organizesactivities for families with young chil-dren to enjoy nearby nature and con-servation activities, including visits toinland Oceanside's Guajome CountyPark on Nov. 14 at 12pm and to LosPenasquitos Canyon Preserve on Dec.5 at 11am. Recent Club activities havetaken place at Mission Trails RegionalPark, San Elijo Lagoon, Lake Miramar,and along the San Diego River inMission Valley. To join, go towww.meetup.com/SDSierraClubFamily

San Diego Sierra Club's Family Nature Club visit to OakOasis Open Space Preserve, Lakeside, CA, Feb. 2010

Get Connected onChapter Email ListsOne of the advantages of the Internetis that Committee correspondence andnotices and especially alerts requiringquick action, now take place onChapter email lists (listservs). Listservsare an easy way to follow activities andget involved.

Please follow this link to our list page athttp://sandiego.sierraclub.org/home/EmailLists.asp

Once there you can just click on thelist(s) you want to join.

You can even manage your own sub-scription options, and get your pass-word sent to you if you need areminder.

No "Hike in the Park"By Jeff Blankman

If you carefully read most accounts ofhiking accidents or people who get lostwhile in the wilderness, what do you find?More often than not, the mishap has beencaused or made worse by poor planning,inexperience, or panic. Having a compe-tent and knowledgeable person alongwith you on a hike can make a big differ-ence in these situations. You get that typeof person when you go on an officialSierra Club outing.

I know this because I recently wentthrough the Level I Chapter OutingsLeader (COL I) training program for ourlocal San Diego chapter. Throughout theprocess, I was amazed at the depth, pro-fessionalism, and quality of the training,which is currently headed up by SkipForsht and Diane Purkey. San Diego canbe especially proud of its COLs and itsCOL training program. Did you knowthat our local chapter has been a leaderwhen it comes to training COLs. Thenational body of the Sierra Club used ourprogram as a model for training pro-grams all over the nation.

When you sign up for a Sierra Club out-ing, you may not realize it, but will get alot more than just a "hike in the park"even if the outing is literally a hike in apark. You can be sure that the leader and

required assistant leader will providethree important benefits: they will maxi-mize the safety of the group, possess theknowledge and leadership qualities todeal with emergencies, and will bring anunparalleled knowledge and passion forthe local environment that will imbue theouting with a little more meaning.

Safety on outings is of utmost impor-tance to the Sierra Club. COLs learn thatsafety starts before the outing, with prop-er preparation. COLs take the necessaryprecautions to prevent mishaps in thefirst place.

This happens through careful planningand research, and through constant situa-tional awareness and assessment duringthe outing. Before COLs ever lead a trip,they are put through role play situationsby experienced leaders. Then, they arerepeatedly assessed in the field, by experi-enced COLs, before they are allowed tolead a trip of their own.

Of course, even with proper preparation,accidents do happen. This is why allCOLs are required to have a minimum ofcurrent CPR and First Aid certification;many have much more extensive knowl-edge or certification than this. If someoneis unfortunately injured or lost on aSierra Club outing, you can rest assuredthat the leader and assistant will knowwhat to do. They have the knowledge andpresence of mind to make the best of the

situation. COLs research "evacuation"routes and have the contact informationfor the nearest authorities, includingranger stations, visitor centers, wildernessrescue teams, and hospitals.

Besides ensuring the groups safety duringthe outing, COLs will also make sure thatyou take more than just the rocks in yourshoes with you when you return homefrom the trail. One of the Sierra Clubsprimary objectives is and always has beento promote conservation of our naturalplaces by bringing people out to experi-ence (and love) them for themselves. Youwill learn something during your outing,whether it is about the historical signifi-cance of the place, its conservation issues,its geological formations, or how to enjoyit while minimizing your impact upon it("Leave No Trace" principles). COLs leadnature outings because they are passion-ate about communing with and protect-ing nature. Every COL Ive met, includingmy fellow trainees, has a unique, passion-ate perspective and knowledge base. All ofthem are naturally inquisitive and possessa thirst for learning. Not surprisingly,with this comes a strong desire to sharethat knowledge, passion, and love oflearning with others.

A favorite admonishment for COLs totheir fellow hikers is to "stay found".Coming on a Sierra Club outing will alsohelp you to stay safe and stay informed.


Including a view of the Coronado Islands and their unique wildlife

Saturday, January 15, 2011, 10 AM 3 PM*Sunday, March 6, 2011, 10 AM 3 PM*

*Time approximate as this can change with the number ofwhales sighted. Can be as late as 5PM

This will be our fifth year to offer this fantastic opportu-nity to observe the whales up close and experience thebest of nature while helping the San Diego Chapter raisefunds. These trips fill up fast and no one has ever com-plained about not seeing enough whales!

MAKES A GREAT HOLIDAY GIFTFOR FAMILY AND FRIENDS!

These trips are during the height of the grey whalemigration along our coast and your opportunity to seewhales from afar and up close. Past trips have seen asmany as 15 whales. Some whales will still be migratingsouth, and others will be starting their trip back north.You will also get to see the Coronado Island (we do NOTgo on the island) animal residents which include thesea lions, elephant seals, harbor seals, various shorebirdsand some seabirds nesting on the cliffs. We will also haveonboard a marine mammal biologist, naturalist andresearcher of gray whale conservation to lead our tripand provide interesting facts about the creatures weobserve.

The boat is modern, spacious, and has a comfortable galleywhich seats 35 people. Unlike other cruises, we dont pack youon like sardines; we have limited these trips to 80 passengers asopposed to hundreds.

$65 Adults, $55 Students, $50 Children

(13 and under)

All reservations are made on a first come-FIRST PAID basisonly. RESERVATIONS ARE NOT CONFIRMED UNTIL PAY-MENT HAS BEEN RECEIVED! To reserve your space, emailto [email protected] or by calling 858-569-6005.To make payment by credit card (Visa/MC), go towww.sandiego.sierraclub.org and click on DONATE NOW.When prompted where to apply your payment, select "WhaleWatch". This is a safe, secure and easy way to make payment.To pay by check, make payable to "Sierra Club San DiegoChapter", and mail to: Whale Watching Trip, San DiegoChapter Sierra Club, 8304 Clairemont Mesa Blvd, Ste. 101, SanDiego, CA 92111. Please include the name, address, email, andtelephone number of each person. No tickets are required, bymaking payment you are officially registered and will receivenotification and confirmation.


WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 3RD**Dayhike (M6C) The Park In The Dark: SouthFortuna Loop

Leader: Diane Purkey, 619-865-8598Assistant: Aaron SweeneyHere's an energetic evening conditioning hikefor you in Mission Trails Park. FromTierrasanta we'll start out with great views ofthe city lights, and then chug along at a mod-erate pace over the top of South FortunaMountain. VERY STEEP! Very rocky and veryfun, and you can learn how night hikingworks. Call for required signup and anychanges.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 6THDayhike (M5C) Fun Afternoon Hike UpNorth Fortuna Via Oak Canyon

Leader: Diane Hargrove858-405-5011 [email protected]: William BlackFun afternoon hike in Mission Trails RegionalPark. North Fortuna summit from the eastside via Oak Canyon. This moderately chal-lenging lollipop loop hike includes beautifuloak trees along a stream bed, fall colors, nativechaparral and great views. There are steepuphill and downhill sections over loose gravel.Bring sturdy shoes or hiking boots highly rec-ommended. Bring at least 2 quarts of water,snack and a lightweight jacket. Contact leaderfor sign up.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 6THDayhike (M7C) Corte Madera Mountain

Leader: Kelly Kreuzinger, 619-952-4373Assistant: Jennifer HydeThe views from the top of Corte MaderaMountain are exquisite -- all the way to SantaCatalina and San Clemente islands to the westand to the mile-high Sierra Juarez platform inBaja California to the south. To the north theview takes in Corte Madera Valley with abeautiful lake and oak-studded meadows.We'll climb 1,750 feet to the summit where wewill partake in a picnic lunch and discuss thegeology of the mountain. Carpools recom-mended. Bring lunch, a jacket and plenty ofwater. Call for required sign-up.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 6THDayhike (V10E) Palms To Pines/outlaw Trail

Leader: Lynn Nebus619-291-8781 or [email protected]: Starla RiversLet's celebrate the last day of Daylight Savings

Time with this classic conditioning hike fromthe desert floor in Palm Springs to the LongValley tram station. Plan to drive up to PalmSprings on Friday eve for a pre-dawn start onSaturday. We'll pace ourselves as we steadilytrudge upward to the tram station, and thenride the tram (for a fee) down to the parkinglot where we'll carpool back to the startingpoint. Optional Mexican feast in Palm Springsbefore heading back home. Limited to thosewho have successfully completed this trip pre-viously. Call or email leader for more detailsand to sign up.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 6TH**Dayhike (E4A) Fun Fall Hike Under TheSycamore Trees In San Clemente Canyon

Leader: Diane Hargrove858-405-5011 or [email protected]: William BlackEnjoy wilderness in the city and some fall col-ors on this moderately paced hike in MarianBear Park. We will hike along the main trailand take a side trail along a finger canyon upto the mesa on the south. Along the way wewill discuss conservation of our urbancanyons and view an area of vegetationrestoration. Contact leader for sign up.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 17TH**Dayhike (M6C) Cowles Mountain 6:30 HikeFrom Mesa Road

Leader: Diane Purkey, 619-865-8598Assistant: NeededNight hike! No hat, no sunscreen. Learn aboutthe chaparral world by flashlight. Bring hikingboots, a light jacket, flashlight, water and amunchie. Call for required signup and anychanges.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 24 **WED IN THE MOUNTAINSDAYHIKE, LAKE MORENO DAM LOOP(MB7)

Leader: Ellen [email protected],619-479-3412Nothing like the fresh air of the backcountryto build up your appetite for Thanksgivingday. We'll meet at the bottom of theBuckman Springs Road/ Lake Moreno turn-off on Hwy I-8, at 9 am to carpool to the trail-head in Moreno Village. Bring your boots, 2qts water, other eight essentials and lunch.During lunch break at the reservoir dam, dis-cussion of current conservation issues in SanDiego County. Heavy rain cancels, call leader

if in doubt. Mission Valley carpool leaves at 8am sharp. Please arrive 10 minutes early.

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 1ST**Dayhike (M6C) The Park In The Dark: SouthFortuna Loop

Leader: Diane Purkey, 619-865-8598Assistant: Aaron SweeneyHere's an energetic evening conditioning hikefor you in Mission Trails Park. FromTierrasanta we'll start out with great views ofthe city lights, and then chug along at a mod-erate pace over the top of South FortunaMountain. VERY STEEP! Very rocky and veryfun, and you can learn how night hikingworks. Call for required signup and anychanges.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 4THDayhike (E3A) Rueda/powerline Canyon Loop

Leader: Bob Muldrew, 858-292-8405Assistant: Roberta FroomeThis is a three-mile hike in Tierrasanta (city ofSan Diego) in open space, largely in canyons.We'll meet at Tierrasanta Blvd & Rueda Driveat 9 AM. (Park on Rueda - on either side ofTierrasanta Blvd.) Phone leader at (858) 292-8405 with questions & to ensure there is roomto come.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 4TH(3-A-S) 17th ANNUAL JINGLE BELL TOY RIDE

Ho! Ho! Ho! Get into the holiday spirit bydonating toys to the needy children of St.Vincent de Paul Village. Bring an unwrappedtoy to the ride start. We'll deliver them person-ally. Then it's off to Coronado via the GordyShields Bridge & the Strand. Treat yourself toa view of the Hotel Del Coronado tree, andthen lunch at a pier-side cafe. Head home viathe ferry ($3.50 with bicycle). Meet on theHarbor side of the SD County AdminBuilding (1600 Pacific Hwy between Cedar &Ash) at 9:00 am. Expect 28 fairly flat mileswith a few rolling hills. Asst. Elf: Fern Siegel,619-583-3261. Leader Elf: Ellen Scott, 858-456-7849.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 11THDayhike (E3A) Rueda/powerline Canyon Loop

Leader: Bob Muldrew, 858-292-8405Assistant: Roberta FroomeThis is a three mile hike in Tierrasanta (city ofSan Diego) in open space, largely in canyons.We'll meet at Tierrasanta Blvd & Rueda Driveat 9 AM. (Park on Rueda - on either side ofTierrasanta Blvd.) Phone leader at (858) 292-8405 with questions & to ensure there is roomto come.

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 15TH **Dayhike (M4B) Cowles Mountain 6:30 HikeFrom Barker Way

Leader: Diane Purkey, 619-865-8598Assistant: NeededAbs? What are abs? Where? Oh, they're hiddenabs. Join us on this fun, fast- paced eveningconditioning hike up the trail less traveled tothe top of Cowles Mountain. We'll cover verybasic astronomy at the summit, with our greatview of the night sky, and then loop backdown on the dirt fire road. Bring your flash-light and a light jacket. Call for requiredsignup and any changes.

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 15THDayhike (M8B) Wed In Mtns South Boundary

Leader: Mac Downing858-490-0583 [email protected]: NeededView fire recovery in Cuyamacas. Open variedterrain, with views to west and south. Bringwater, walking shoes or boots, lunch. Meet 9am at East Mesa asphalt parking on Hwy 79;3.6 miles north of old 80, Thomas 1216-E4.MV car pool leaves 8:00 Los Coches 8:15. Ifrain cancels, msg on Macs machine nightbefore.

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 22NDDayhike (M5B) Hollenbeck Canyon

Leader: Pat Gifford858-453-4595Assistant: NeededThis beautiful wooded canyon between Otayand Jamul mountains is a 3200-acre preserveof habitat and wildlife corridors, which con-nects to the Rancho Jamul Ecological Reserve.The trail follows a year-round stream past evi-dence of the old Honey Springs ranch, endingat modern housing before it connects withLyons Valley Rd. to the north.

Drive East on Hwy 94 to Honey Springs Rd.which is 6.9 miles past Steele Canyon Rd. Turnleft on Honey Springs where you will see thestaging area / trailhead just .1 mile ahead.Meet there at 9am. Bring lunch, water, boots...Rain cancels.


DIFFICULTYE -Easy M -Moderate H -Hard

S -Strenuous V -Very Strenuous

ELEVATION CHANGEA Less than 500 ft.

B 500-1,000 ft. C 1,001-2,000 ft.D 2,001-3,000 ft. E Over 3,000 ft.

I-5 Widening BattleProgressesMike Bullock

The chapter TransComm has written letters to 19 different governments withrepresentatives on the San Diego AreaGovernment (SANDAG) Board to reconsid-er the expansion of I-5 to either a 12 or a14-lane freeway from La Jolla to CampPendleton. This harmful project should bepulled from our Regional TransportationPlan (RTP), which was approved in 2007.

The CALTRANS Draft EnvironmentalImpact Report (DEIR) claims that morelanes will reduce air pollution and green-house gas. Los Angeles proves the opposite.It has more freeway-lane miles per squaremile of developed land than any municipal-ity in the world. It also has the worst con-gestion and tailpipe-pollution.

Using the freedom of information act, ourchapters volunteer consulting attorneyobtained the list of affected properties,numbering in the hundreds. We also wereable to extend the comment period on theDEIR by an additional 45 days, toNovember 22nd. Both victories were front-page news. SANDAGs desire to add lanesreflects a minority view. A recent poll showsthat in San Diego County, only 32% of vot-ers favor a highway emphasis (private vehi-cles), while 55% favor an emphasis on pub-lic transit.

We advocate for an upgraded Los Angeles-to-San Diego rail service, which should bepart of a comprehensive set of alternativestrategies, as described in our excellent

national policy, http://sierraclub.org/poli-cy/conservation/trans.aspx.

CALTRANS has hosted 5 open houses. Thelast one, in Oceanside, was reported to havehad about 100 members of the public inattendance.

With strong Sierra Club participation, a cit-izens group, Prevent Los Angeles Growthfrom Usurping our Environment(PLAGUE) has had three Town-Hall meet-ings. The projects pollution and noise, aswell as its aesthetics and potential legalshortcomings were presented. Solana Beachmeetings brought out 400 attendees. 300turned out in Encinitas. Another 75 peoplecame to a meeting hosted by Oceanside CityCouncil members Lowery and Sanchez. Allthree meetings generated front-page news.Pam Epstein from the chapters legal teamhas now made at least five public presenta-tions on the I-5 expansion.

To keep the legal work on track, considercontributing to both PLAGUE and ourchapterhttp://sandiego.sierraclub.org/home/index.asp?content=joinorgive. The DEIR can beviewed athttp://www.dot.ca.gov/dist11/Env_docs/I-5NCCDraft.html.

Email comments to [email protected] or mail themto the Caltrans District Office at 4050Taylor Street. San Diego 92110, beforeNovember 22nd.

Please ask your City Council to oppose thisproject. Call me (760-754-8025) or emailme [email protected] with ques-tions or comments.

Complete current listings,http://sandiego.sierraclub.org. "Get Outdoors".All participants on Sierra Club outings arerequired to sign a standard liability waiver.Outings are for adults 18+ and no pets.


Outdoors writer and long-time member TomLeech will present a slide-illustrated programabout our new preserves, parks and trails readyto be explored. Despite severe financialcrunches in most of our governmental agen-cies, San Diego has been fortunate to have

MONTHLY PROGRAMSMonthly programs are free and open to the public and are held on the third Friday at 7:30pm at the Joyce Beers Center located at 3900 Vermont Street,San Diego, CA. Across the Street from Trader Joes. Additional parking is available under Trader Joes and Ralphs Market.Program Chair: Mannie Kugler - (619) 585-3773

many outdoors areas set aside or trailsenhanced in recent years. A large part ofthat success is with the help of nationalpreservation groups, such as The NatureConservancy and The Trust for PublicLands, local foundations and supporters,and yes, some governmental bodies. Thisprogram will describe many of thosenewer places, with emphasis on how youcan get out onto those trails, whetherafoot, on bike, or even horse (some), toadd to your ways to enjoy our specialoutdoors world.

Tom, with co-author Jack Farnan, is leadauthor of Outdoors San Diego: Hiking,Biking & Camping, and past Editor ofthe San Diego Magazine OnlineOutdoors Forum. Lots of informationabout outdoors opportunities is at hiswebsite www.outdoorssandiego.com SendTom your info, ideas and questions [email protected]. 858-650-0810www.outdoorssandiego.com www.pre-sentationspress.comfor all books, incl.most recent On the Road in '68

November 18th

Carolyn Chase

From May - October, this year's World's Fair or "EXPO 2010" featured hun-dreds of pavilions from more than 200 countries expressing the theme"Better City, Better Life" including a whole section devoted to Urban BestPractices and individual theme pavilions: Pavilion of the Future, Pavilion ofCity Being and Pavilion of Footprint. Promoted as the "bookend" event toChina's 2008 Olympic Games, the multi-media displays were spectacular, aswas the sheer size of the its redevelopment site along the Huang Po River.

Journey with Chapter Chair Carolyn Chase as she reports on her search forthe latest in green ideas for cities including: ZED (Zero EnergyDevelopments) by Shanghai and London, the "Seed Cathedral" by theUnited Kingdom, "Air Trees" from Madrid and "Great Mobility = GreatTogetherness" presented by SAIC/GM.

Shanghai itself is a city of more than 20 million. China has 15 such regionswhile the United States has zero. How does this city function? and how didthey host an average daily attendance of 400,000 at the largest WorldExposition ever.

Carolyn is a Life Member of the Sierra Club and a former PlanningCommissioner for the City of San Diego. She is also an accomplished pho-tographer, and will be presenting a selection from the more than 2,000images captured at EXPO 2010. (For a preview, visit Carolyn's photo gal-leries via her Facebook page, or email her at [email protected].

December 17th

Tom Leech

Shanghai EXPO 2010"Better City, Better Life"

New Outdoors Adventures in San Diego County


Work Party Sat, Nov. 6, 9:00-5:00RSVP Paul Salas (858) 309-8472Host Training Sat, Dec 4, 10:30-4:00RSVP Susan Parrish (619) 478-5188Holiday Party Sat, Dec.4, 5:00RSVP Christine Salas (858) 309-8472Foster Lodge is closed Nov. 6-7 & Dec. 4-5.

EnvironmentalProtection Needs

Volunteers!You care. You see the political

climate is polarized againstenvironmental protection.

What else can you do to help?

Would you be willing to receiveregular Chapter volunteer

invitations and job listings?

We have opportunities for leaders, we have work for

supporters. Longer term volun-teer commitments available.

There is a place for you.

Call Richard at (858) 569-6005 or

email at:

[email protected]

Honor Someone You Love With a Special Gift

The gift-giving season is almost here. For the eco-minded gift-giver, this can bea stressful time of year. How do you reconcile your concern for the environ-ment with your desire to show people you love how much you care for them?

A Sierra Club Memorial or Commemorativegift is a unique way to show your

appreciation for someone special, whilealso doing something positive for the

environment. And no wrapping is required!

Commemorative donations to the San Diego Chapter offer a unique way tohonor a special event, such as a holiday, wedding, anniversary or birthday, inthe life of someone you love. The recipient will appreciate the certificate theyreceive recognizing a donation made in their honor to help the San DiegoChapter protect the special nature of San Diego and Imperial Counties.

By making a Memorial gift in the memory of a family member or friend, younot only affirm your environmental values, but also recognize that these valueswere shared by the individual being honored. We will notify the family of theperson you memorialize with a special certificate recognizing the donation.The San Diego Chapter offers Memorial donations as a respectful way of show-ing that you care about the memory of someone important to you.

To best handle these special, detailed gifts please contact Richard Miller at (858) 569-6005, or email [email protected].

Thank you for changing the world with us! www.sandiego.sierraclub.org Sierra SinglesHikes, Bonfires, Concerts,

Volleyball, Movies, Picnics,

Dancing, Car Camps and more.

For more information,

call (858) 657-0502 or email

[email protected] Email Membership Only

$10.00Enjoy!!

www.sandiego.sierraclub.org/singles


All Activities are held at the Chapter Office unless otherwise stated:

8304 Clairemont Mesa Blvd.,Suite 101, San Diego, CA 92111.

Our entrance is on the west end of the frontbuilding of Kearny Office Park, just west of I-163 and on the north side ofClairemont Mesa Blvd.

Other environmental and activist events are posted at www.sdeln.org

1st FRIDAY MOVIE NIGHTNov. 5th 6:30 pmMovie: Scarred Lands and Wounded LivesThe environmental footprint of war (68 minutes)

In all its stages, from the production ofweapons through combat to clean up andrestoration, war pollutes land, air and water,destroys biodiversity and drains naturalresources. Mostly ignored, the environmentremains wars "silent casualty".

Dec 3rd 6:30 pmMovie: The Real Dirt on Farmer John (82 minutes)

A powerful story of transformation and

renewal, this is the tale of a maverick farmerwho confronts a failed economy, viciousrumors and violence by melding the tradi-tions of family farming with the power of artand free expression.

Sponsor: International Committee

3rd FRIDAY MONTHLY CHAPTER PROGRAMOur outstanding monthly travelogues or lec-ture/slide shows and chapter news. See the adon page 10 for more details.Location: Joyce Beers Center, 3900 Vermont Stin Hillcrest.

Nov 19th , 7:30 pm Shanghai Expo 2010 Better City Better LifeSD Sierra Club Chair, Carolyn Chase.

Dec 17th, 7:30 pm New Outdoor Adventures in San Diego County Tom Leech

Sponsor: San Diego ChapterContact: Mannie Kugler 619-585-3773

SIERRA SINGLES ORIENTATIONNovember 3 & December 1, 6:30-7:50 pm A great way to begin to make contact and newfriends as well as find your niche in the Club.Presentations feature Sierra Singles events and

For up to date info on our activities listings check our new web activities calendar:http://sandiego.sierraclub.org/Xcalendar.

activitieswith discussions and questionsanswered. No reservations needed. For moreinfo, contact E. L. Lotecka, (760) [email protected] .Newcomers very welcome! Location: Sport Chalet, Mission ValleyMeeting Room, 1640 Camino Del Rio North#110 (at Mission Center Drive & Camino De LaReina), (619) 718-7070

SIPPING SIERRANSNovember 21 3:00pmJoin fellow Sierrans and friends in a tasting ofgreat wines on Sunday, November 21st at3:00pm at Apertivo Italian Tapas & Wine Bar,located at 2322 El Cajon Blvd., in North Park,San Diego. Cost $30. RSVP to Richard [email protected].

CONSERVATION COMMITTEENovember 9 & December 14 6:30 pmThe Conservation committee helps setChapter conservation policies and goals. Allmembers are invited to attend and learn howyou can get involved to protect that specialnatural area, plant , animal or our quality oflife. Contact Carolyn Chase([email protected]) or Ellen Shively([email protected]).

INTRODUCTION TO THE SIERRA CLUBNov 20th & Dec 4th 9:30-10:30 amMember Orientation meeting and those inter-ested in learning more about the San DiegoChapter conservation, outings and activities,or just how to get active and do your part forthe environment. No experience needed. Wewill help you get the most out of your mem-bership.Location: Chapter Office, 8304Clairemont Mesa Blvd., Ste. 101, San Diego9211. RSVP: Carolyn Chase [email protected]


We offer bicycle rides for all levels and distances (beginner tofast-paced) throughout the year. Weekends at Foster Lodge,Warner Springs Ranch, Anza Borrego, Agua Caliente and more.Potluck suppers, annual beach barbeque and our very ownbook club. Our monthly schedule of road rides is posted onlineand in our monthly OutSpoken newsletter.

Check us out at: www.sandiego.sierraclub.org/bicycle

For a free sample of our newsletter OutSpoken, phone Tom Yager(760) 479-0187 or email: [email protected].

Get On Your Bicycle and Ride!

Enjoy the outdoors and make friends too. Explore theback roads of San Diego County and neighboring areas

with the Sierra Club Bicycle Section.

I N YO C O U N T Y , CA

BIG PINE, DEATH VALLEY, INDEPENDENCE AND LONE PINE

Come join your friends and fellowSierrans at our regular social program the Sipping Sierrans. We are fellowmembers like you that gather on a regularbasis to enjoy and learn about wines,tasty micro-brews and good food, allwhile having the opportunity to engage inconservation and hear about the Chaptersprograms. Of course, it is also aboutmeeting new friends, old friends and justplain FUN.

Come join us at Apertivo Italian Tapas &Wine Bar, at their new location at 2322 ElCajon Blvd., in North Park. We will havethe whole establishment to our selvesbefore their regular opening time of 5pm.to enjoy a flight of 4 wines paired with an

appetizer especially prepared for the wine being served.

We will be enjoying a sparkling winepaired with stuffed figs, a Pinot Grigiopaired with an Antipasto salad, a Chiantipaired with a Turkey Meatball (these arereally popular) and pasta and a Ruby Portpaired with homemade French Vanilla Ice Cream

All members and their guests are invitedto attend. This is event is open to thepublic. Space is limited and of courseyou must be of legal drinking age.

Cost is $30 per person. This will cover allexpenses and includes a small donation(about $5) to the Chapter. Please RSVPto [email protected]

or by calling the Chapter office at 858-569-6005.

You can pay by check or charge it to yourVisa or MasterCard.

Mail checks, payable to Sierra Club, toSipping Sierrans, 8304 Clairemont MesaBlvd, Ste. 101, San Diego, CA 92111.

To pay by credit card, go towww.sandiego.sierraclub.org and click onthe Donate Now button. When asked forwhere to apply your donation, selectSipping Sierrans Reservations.

We are also establishing an email list forannouncing future events. If you wouldlike to be placed on the list, please let usknow by emailing Richard Miller

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 21 at 3pm


FOSTER LODGE CABIN:Group events at the Sierra Clubs Foster Lodge in the beautiful LagunaMountains. Full kitchen and rustic accommodations for overnight stays.Available for holistic and religious retreats, clubs, family celebrations,weddings. Rate of $240 per night (includes the first 20 people). For moreinformation, call Susan Parrish (619) 478-5188.www.sandiego.sierraclub.org/lodge

KAUAI CONDO RENTAL:HANALEI BAY RESORT amenities include lagoon-shaped pool, hottub, tennis courts. Swim, snorkel (5 minute walk to beach), kayak, golf,hike rugged Na Pali Coast Trail. Newly remodeled 1 BR/1 BA. Fordetails, photos, see web ad at http://www.vrbo.com/159425 Discountedrates from $89 per night. Non-smokers only. [email protected]

MAMMOTH CONDOSkiing, biking, fishing, hiking--just getting away for the weekend. 3 BD, 2BA, full kitchen, fireplace, pool, spa, sauna. $75 summer, $160 winter.CALL BRAD: (619) 804-5616

MAGICIAN MICHAEL-He appreciates the Sierra Club and will donate 20% of his fee back tothe Sierra Club if you hire him. 760-703-9661 orwww.MagicianMichael.com

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858-569-6005

The International Coal Team is looking for volunteers to helpus develop a new program to oppose the construction of newcoal-fired power plants overseas.

We'll be asking for only a few hours of work per week,although the opportunities are much greater. There will beadditional opportunities for international travel, especially forthose who can afford to pay their own way.

If you are interested and would like additional information,please contact me.

Jim Dougherty, Director, Sierra Club709 Third St. SW, Washington DC 20024202-488-1140 (voice) 202-607-7093 (cell)http://dc.sierraclub.org [email protected]

The International Coal TeamNeeds Volunteers

Statement of Ownership, Management and Circulation (USPS Form 3526)


Bill TaylerSan Diego, ICO Co-Chair

Inner City Outings (ICO) is a Sierra Cluboutreach program that provides free wilder-ness experiences to urban youth, to helpthem realize the wonders of exploring theoutdoors, develop the skills to do it safely, and nurture a desire to protect natural spaces.Please visit our website athttp://sandiego.sierraclub.org/ico/.

New Volunteer Orientations 6:30 to7:30 PM every 3rd Thursday of the month,at the San Diego Chapter office: 8304Clairemont Mesa Blvd., Suite 101. Anyoneinterested in ICO is welcome to attend.Please contact Jim Davis for more informa-tion: email [email protected] or call 760-739-8407.

Join us on an ICO Trip Want to see usin action? Join us as a guest on a day trip.Please check the ICO calendar athttp://sandiego.sierraclub.org/ico/ and con-tact the leader listed for more information.

How to Donate We appreciate your sup-port helping us to provide exciting, safeadventures free of charge. To receive a taxcredit for your donation, please make yourcheck payable to "Sierra ClubFoundation/San Diego ICO" and send to:

San Diego ICO c/o Mike Gilligan, 906 Hayes Ave.,San Diego, CA 92101.

Contact info for this article: Bill Tayler, e-mail: [email protected]

In September, Inner City Outings wentcamping in Joshua Tree National Park on twoweekends with 24 students from PromiseCharter School. The first weekend we stayedat Sheep Pass, and the second weekend atIndian Cove. Alisa, Maria and Yessica wroteabout their weekend adventure:

On our way driving intoJoshua Tree at night, wewere so excited when wepeered outside the windowand saw a coyote and abat. We camped out atSheep Pass for 2 nightsand 3 days. Saturday wewent to White Tank wherewe hiked to an arch. Bill,Axell, Tomas and Travisclimbed up on top thearch they were crazy!After that we went toJumbo Rocks and hikedup some huge rocks. Whilewe were there, J.D saw arattlesnake. Everybody wassurprised and started tak-ing pictures of it. We heard

it rattle, and we all got scared. Once we got agood look at it we went back to the campsite. Later that night we went on a nighthike. We saw the big dipper, the little dipperand so many more stars. They were beauti-ful. The next morning after breakfast, weheaded out to Wonderland Ranch. We

climbed up some very diffi-cult rocks. When we werewalking back we tasted atuna off of a prickly pearcactus (It was nasty!). Afterthat we hiked to Barker Lakeand saw lots of big hornsheep. They were awesome.After that we said good-byeto Joshua Tree and headedhome.

Alisa, Maria and Yessicaattend Promise CharterSchool, located in southeastSan Diego. For more infor-mation about PromiseCharter School, please visitthe schools web site atwww.promisecharter.org

15. Extent and Nature of Circulation: Average No. Of Copies Published Nearest Preceding 12 months to Filing Date

a. Total Number of Copies: 11,520 10,800

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3. Filing Date: October 1, 2010

4. 4. Issue Frequency: Bi-Monthly

5. Number of Issues Published Annually: 6

6. Annual Subscription Price: $12

7. Complete Mailing Address of Headquarter of Publisher: 8304

Clairemont Mesa Blvd. #101, San Diego, Ca 92111

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Editor: Same as above.

9. Editor Name and Mailing Address: Judy Thomas c/o Sierra Club

San Diego 8304 Clairemont Mesa Blvd, San Diego, CA 92111

10. Owner: Sierra Club San Diego Imperial County Chapter 8304

Clairemont Mesa Blvd, #101 San Diego, CA 92111

11. Known Bondholders, Mortgages and Other Security Holders

Owning or Holding 1 Percent or More of Total Amount of Bonds,

Mortgages or Other Securities: NONE

12. Tax Status: Has Not Changed During Preceding 12 Months.

13. Publication Title: Hi Sierran

14. Issue Date for Circulation Date Sept/Oct 2010

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EXECUTIVE COMMITTEEThe Executive Committee meets the 3rd Wednesday of every month at 6:30 pmChair Carolyn Chase (2011) (858) 272-2930 [email protected] Chair Joe Zechman (2010) (619) 709-6268 [email protected] Chrissy Magee (2010) (858) 635-8908 [email protected] Grubb (2010) (760) 753-0273 [email protected] Klaasen (2010) (619) 582-7407 [email protected] (2010)Pete Lefkarites (2011)[email protected] 858-576-4147Chris Schmidt (2011) (858) 794-8919 [email protected] Stevens (2010) (858) 673-0891 [email protected] Stump (2011)[email protected] (619) 281-7394Rob Wilder (2011)[email protected] (760) 634-1358

TREASURER Larry Klaasen(619) 582-7407 [email protected] COUNTY GROUP (NCG) (INLAND)The NCG Executive Committee meets the 2nd Tuesday ofthe month. Contact Chair for time and location.Co-Chair Cheryl Knapp (760) 745-8819 [email protected] George Greer (858) 231-5455 [email protected] Ken Quigley (760) 723-4425 [email protected] (Wilderness Basics Course) Jeff Marchand(760) 728-8220 [email protected] COUNTY COASTAL GROUPThe "Coasters" meet the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 7 pmEncinitas Community Center.Chair Dave Grubb (760) 753-0273 [email protected] CITY OUTINGSCall or check website for meeting information.http://sandiego.sierraclub.org/ICOCo-Chair Bill Tayler, (858) 272-8574,[email protected] Co-Chair Ed Barber, (619) [email protected] for meeting information. Tom Yager (760) 479-0187 [email protected]/bicycle

FamilyJennifer Douglas (858) 344-5490 [email protected]/SDSierraClubFamilyPhotographyJonathan Fennell [email protected]/photoclubSinglesBoard Meets 2nd Monday of month at 6:30 pm Conf. Room 105.E.L. Lotecka (760) 533-2725www.sandiego.sierraclub.org/singlesCONSERVATION COMMITTEEMeets 2nd Tuesdays at 6:30 pm Chapter Office.Chair: Carolyn Chase (INTERIM) [email protected] & WildernessMeets the 1st Wednesday of the month at 6:30 pm.Call for location.Jack Paxton (760) 744-3282 [email protected] Buxton (619) 934-0323 [email protected] WarmingMeets the 1st Monday of the month at 6:30 pm.Donald Lee (858) 643-0024 Jean Costa (619) 463-0721InternationalMeets the 4th Monday of the month at 6:30 pm.Call for location.Jean Costa (619) 463-0721Land UseMeets the 4th Wednesday of the month at 6:30 pm.Daun Clizbe (858)[email protected]

Smart Energy Solutions Task ForceJoin the se-tf List Serv athttp://sandiego.sierraclub.org/home/emaillists.aspStudent CommitteeCall for meeting information.Andy Wong (858) [email protected] the 4th Thursday of even numbered months, 4:45 pm,in Old Town, at Casa de Reyes Restaurant 2754 Calhoun St.Call for details.Mike Bullock (760) [email protected] Wildlife Vacant-please call Committe Chair

OUTINGS COMMITTEEMeets quarterly, call for information.Chair Jim Matlock (858) 748-4634Bus TripsMike Fry (858) 748-5166

Chapter Outings Leadership Training (COL)Skip Forsht (858) [email protected]

Leadership Review & Safety CommitteeMarty Stevens (858) [email protected]

Pacific Crest TrailOccasional work parties.Rob Langsdorf (858) [email protected]

SkiMeets the 2nd Thursday of month 6 pm (November- March)Mike Fry (858) 748-5166

Wednesday in the MountainsCall for information. Dale Laney (619) [email protected] Basics Course (WBC)WBC Information Line [email protected] Marchand (WBC N. County) (760) 728-8220 [email protected] & SPECIAL COMMITTEESFoster LodgeMeets 3rd Tuesday of each month at 5:30 pm at Chapter Office (No meeting in December) RSVP for pre-meeting dinner to Mary Eggen (858) 453-1615Call for lodge Information.Susan Parrish (619) 478-5188FundraisingMeets 4th Thursday of each month at 6:00 pm.Richard Miller (858) [email protected] Hi Sierran NewsletterMeets the 2nd Monday of each month at 6:00 pm.Committee Chair Ellen [email protected] Editor Judy [email protected] Intern ProgramPam Epstein (858) [email protected] Miller (858) [email protected] Monthly Program3rd Friday 7:30 pm, See Page 10 for information.Mannie Kugler (619) 585-3773Nature Knowledge Workshop (NKW)Annual June Weekends, call for information.Barry Hite (619) [email protected] first Tuesdays. Call for location.Carolyn Chase (858) 272-2930 [email protected]

Committee & Contact Information

San Diego Chapter8304 Clairemont Mesa Blvd. #101, San Diego, CA 92111On the north side & just west of the 163.Office Hours: Monday-Friday 12:00pm 5:00pm Phone: 858-569-6005email: [email protected] Coordinator: Richard Miller email: [email protected]

Meetings are held at the Sierra Club office or conference room unless otherwise indicated.

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