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THE SEA RANCH SOUNDINGS WINTER 2007

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SSOUNDING OFF

Dear Editor,

Thank you for your dedication over the years in bringing Soundings to the community. Your efforts, and those of The Bulletin, provide an important flow of information to Sea Ranchers.

And yet, there continues to be a missing link in communication, since we lack a platform for the Voice of the Members to be heard directly, to discuss issues amongst ourselves and provide response to our Association. Yes, we can have two minutes at the micro-phone when comments are permit-ted at public meetings. But those venues are not suitable for most Members, since 75 percent live off-Ranch. And in such controlled, formal settings most people avoid public speaking — studies show that 98 percent of Americans fear public speaking more than death. Why continue the pretense that we must be physically present at meetings in order to be caring, con-cerned, supportive Sea Ranchers?

We need an official communication vehicle to solicit input from our far-flung Membership. If communica-

tion continues to flow only from the few to the many, without an oppor-tunity for the thousands of individu-als in our Membership to discuss things with each other and respond to our Association, how will we develop community consensus on important issues?

Internet technology now makes it possible to facilitate community-wide discussions in new ways. My mind goes to volunteer no-cost ef-forts such as a Sea Ranch on-line forum (distinct from the unofficial TSRList e-mail group with a civil-ity-challenged reputation). Or per-haps an e-zine for Members’ letters, published on-line each week. But probably others have better ideas, and I would love to hear them.

Without robust two-way communi-cation, we reduce our opportunities for consensus building and devel-opment. Instead, we increase the unilateral promulgation of words, without the heart and soul of mean-ingful communication to foster real community.

CE Brown

We welcome letters to “Sounding Off ’ on any matters germane to Sea Ranch. Please sign your name and observe a 300-word limit. All letters must be typewritten (or e-mailed to [email protected]). Soundings policy does not allow publication of unsigned letters, pseudonyms, or the withholding of writers’ names. Soundings will not publish any letter that is denigrating or libelous in nature and reserves the right to add an Editor’s Note to correct inaccurate statements. Soundings will not accept letters, which have previously appeared in other publications. Letters should be submitted to “Sounding Off” P.O. Box 16, The Sea Ranch, CA 95497 prior to February 4, 2008.”

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Display advertising space is also available on a first come basis, limited to camera-ready ads in PDFs in seven sizes, starting with business card size ad 3 3/8" x 2". Costs begin at $33.00 for the business card size. If you are interested, please send for a space request sheet.Advertising deadline FEBRUARY 4, 2008 for the SPRING issue targeted for mailing early March.

WINTER 2007 THE SEA RANCH SOUNDINGS

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THE SEA RANCH SOUNDINGSA quarterly publication for TSRA members

Published inSpring, Summer, Fall and Winter

Editor: Kathi Gordon

Reporters/Contributors: CE Brown, Kathi Gordon, Lee Kosso, Claire McCarthy, Laurie Mueller, Martha "Dibby" Tyler.

Photography: Duane Gordon, Jim Tackett,

Art & Graphics: Duane and Kathi Gordon

Layout: Duane Gordon

Advertising: Sandy Sloan Technical Assistance: Chris Gordon and Viki Walker

Address Correspondence to: The Sea Ranch SOUNDINGS Post Office Box 16 The Sea Ranch, CA 95497

Telephone Calls to:Advertising: Sandy Sloan 785-2832Editorial: Kathi Gordon 785-2952

Contact by e-mail:Advertising: Sandy Sloan [email protected]: Kathi Gordon [email protected]

NEXT EDITORIAL DEADLINE:FEBRUARY 4. 2008

It is SOUNDINGS policy to continue to welcome all submissions of articles by TSRA members. The articles must be typewritten, double-spaced, 500 to 750 words or less, and signed by the author. The SOUNDINGS Editor will determine whether the articles are suitable and relevant to Sea Ranch membership, and whether there is space for their publication. Because of space limitations and when necessary, articles will be subject to editing. ALL ARTICLES ARE WELCOME, subject to the above conditions. If you have questions, please call SOUNDINGS Editor pro tem, Laurie Mueller. (She is delighted when people volunteer!)

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THE SEA RANCHASSOCIATION

Post Office Box 16The Sea Ranch, California 95497-0016

Copyright © 2008THE SEA RANCH SOUNDINGS

All Rights Reserved

No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form or by any means without the prior, written permission of the editor, excepting the brief quotes used in connection with reviews written specifically

for inclusion in a newspaper or magazine.

Would you like to trade houses? Do you need a house/pet sitter? Are you available to "sit" a Sea Ranch house? Do you have something you want to sell? Or buy? Or rent? Use the Classified Ad section to match your needs with someone's wants. Classified advertising rates: 30 cents a word, $5.00 minimum. Mail your ad, clearly written with payment enclosed, to TSRA, Box 16, TSR, CA 95497, attention: The Sea Ranch Soundings. Make check payable to TSRA.

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CIVIL ENGINEERS & LAND SURVEYORS. Dimensions 4 Engineering, inc. 785-2293.1000 Annapolis Rd., The Sea Ranch – Tuesdays by appointment. Also in Santa Rosa at 2952 Mendocino Avenue M-F 8:00-5:00 – ((707) 578-3433.Topographic Maps, Grading and Drain-age Plans, Perc Tests, and Septic System Plans.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYDENTAL HYGIENIST

Full or part time position available in Gualala private dental practice for licensed RDH. Enjoy treating our friendly patients on the Coast. Please FAX resume toDr. Cox (707) 884-4946 or call (707) 884-338 (Jocelyn) for further information.

SEA RANCH REALTY -- AT THE GOLF COURSE. Our combination of location and experienced full-time professionals, who know the area, with a sincere interest in the community, will provide the service and results you deserve when it comes time for you to buy or sell Sea Ranch real estate. (707) 785-2494

PERSONAL JEWELRY DESIGNINGWant a special necklace to go with a particular outfit? Let's talk, no obligation. The first three callers will get a necklace for the cost of the materials only.Call Vicki Hodge, 884-3302

FABRICS and YARNS at THE LOFT inSUNDSTROM MALL, Gualala, 884-4424

PICTURE FRAMING: Enhance your art work or family photos with custom mats and frames. Elizabeth Langdon 707-785-2628.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS: call 884-1401 for location, day and time of Sea Ranch meeting.

Coastal Weddings. Rev. Alyce Soden per-forms beautiful non-denominational wed-dings, provides spiritual counseling and referrals to local service. Call Rev. Alyce today to officiate at your memoraable wed-ding. 884-3631

REBECCAʼS HAIR DESIGN38630 Old Stage RoadTuesday thru Friday

Haircuts • Colour • PermsMen • Women • Children

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Beautifully appointed 2-story family vaca-tion home on Catalina Island.

Sleeps 4 upstairs or 10 upstairs/down.Golf Cart included. Call for rates.

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Barbara s̓ Handcrafted InteriorsWindow seat cushions, furniture uphol-stery, slipcovers, canvass roll up shades, Roman shades and more. Create new or upgrade existing. Large selection of fabric samples. Call for consultation. (707) 884-9522

TOO MUCH FAMILY AND NOT ENOUGH HOUSE? -- Rams Head Real-ty s̓ Mid-Week Special (3 nights for 2) con-tinues through May 31. Renters can stay Mon.-Tues. and Wed. nights for the two-night rate. (Not available during holiday periods.} Call (707) 785-2427 or 1-800-785-3455 for conditions and reservations.

The Light of the Coast Science of Mind Center meets on Sunday evening at 7:00 p.m. at 33801 So. Hwy. 1, Gualala (half way between Gualala and Point Arena.) Spiritual counseling, weddings, memorials and classes are available in the Science of Mind teaching. Call Rev. Alyce Soden for information 884-3631

Remodel, design, and creative projects. Kitchens and baths. General contrac-tor: all trades. Fine craftsmanship in tile, stone, wood, and copper. Excellent Sea Ranch references. 28 years experience. Now taking reservations for 2008. Copper Sky Construction Lic. #868622. Bruce Smith 707-785-2635

PAINTING: Interiors, cabinet finishing, remodels. Quality work. References.CA. License 606197 Michael Sullens884-3844

SECRET GARDEN B&BRelaxing, spacious, peaceful, and private atmosphere. Big country breakfast and cheerful, helpful hosts. $100-$115/ night. 707-884-3302. Call for midweek or with-out breakfast rates.

FORMER RESIDENTS, Alan and Rose-mary Cooksey, love to return to Sea Ranch. Available for house-sitting and/or pet-sit-ting. 530-644-1235

NEW BOOK: Legends of Mother Mary is a documented biography revealing her spirituality and many incidents in her life not in common knowledge. Hard bound. 273 pages including six beautiful plates from old master artists depicting her life. Rev. Alyce Bartholomew Soden s̓ latest work of ten years is now available for $29.95 plus tax at the Dolphin, Four-eyed Frog and Fish Rock Publishing Company. Or call Rev. Alyce for information at 884-3631.

KEN BROWNING CHIMNEY SWEEPING

Complete, reliable woodstove/fireplace cleaning and fire prevention service. Safe-ty inspection with every sweep. Caps and spark arrestors installed. 707• 882•2829

FURNITURE STRIPPING and refinishing. 20 years experience. Bob Shimon (707) 884-4126

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Sunday, January 6 David McCarroll, violin Mary Elliott, cello Roy Bogas, piano

Sunday, February 17 Nadya Tichman, violin Mark Shapiro, piano

Sunday, March 16 Daedalus Quartet

Sunday, April 13 Manhattan Piano

Sunday, May 4 Euclid Quartet

Saturday, July 7, 7:30 pm Sunday, July 8, 2007, 4 pm Sixth Annual Summer Chamber Music Weekend Roy Bogas and Friends

Sunday, October 12, 2008 Ivan Ilic, piano

Sunday, November 9, 2008 Roy Bogas, piano Peter Wyrick, cello

2008

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CHRISTMAS BIRD COUNT JANUARY 5 AND 6By Lee Kosso

Sea Ranchers and all area birders are invited to take part in the 11th Annual Sea Ranch Christmas Bird Count, January 5th and 6th, 2008. Although The Sea Ranch count is unofficial, we join birders in Audu-bon chapters nationwide in counting birds during the Christmas season. We do it for pleasure and to learn more about the birds in our area. It has become a popular event on the Sea Ranch attracting more partici-pants each year. Last year over fifty birders counted 113 species and 6,331 individual birds.

The count begins on Saturday morn-ing, the 5th, at 8:30am. Experienced birders will lead groups in the field to count and record all birds seen or heard on that day. If the weather on Saturday is stormy we will go Sun-day, the 6th. Ten designated areas of the Sea Ranch will be covered: Sea Ranch North Coast, South Coast, Mid Coast, Ocean Meadow North, Ocean Meadow South, East Mead-ow North, East Meadow South, For-est Ridge/Hot Spot, Golf Course and Mid Ranch Transect. On Sunday, January 6th, birders will meet at the Del Mar Center from 1-3 pm, to tally the count and share reports of special sightings.

An organizational meeting is planned for Thursday, December 27, 2007 from 10:30 to 11:30 am at Del Mar Center. It is important for participants to attend to sign up for the group of their choice and to meet leaders and learn starting times and locations for the Saturday count. Those who cannot attend this meet-ing may contact one of the leaders listed below for group sign ups and time and location information.

Everyone, beginners and experi-enced birders are welcome to join the count. Those not going in the

field are encouraged to stock their bird feeders and e-mail Diane at [email protected] so those birds can be included. Be sure to bring your binoculars, water and lunch on January 5th. Also, dress for all kinds of weather -- one year we

experienced sun, wind, rain, hail and thunder in one day and we still had a good time. For more information or questions you may contact any of us below.

See you at the Bird Count!

Diane Hichwa, 785-1922; Lee Kosso, 785-2805; Connie Schimbor. 785-9626;

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Sanderlings Red-tailed Hawk

Western Bluebird

PHOTOS BY JIM TACKETT

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