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

olume 45, Number 3, 2006

Explore, enjoy and protect the planet

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

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The Sierra Club/Ventana Chapter Volume 45 Number 3, 2006

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

To do list:4 Vote4 Enjoy the outdoors,4 Attend Coastal Commission Meeting

T

he Chapter has endorsed severaloutstanding candidates for publicoffice. Most of you know and

respect Representative Sam Farr whohas a long history of protecting our coastand John Laird our energetic, environ-mental dynamo in the State Assembly.We have also endorsedJyl Lutes, a Sali-nas City Councilmember who supportsthe Community General Plan Initiativeand is in favor of protection of farmlandfrom conversion to housing develop-ment. In Santa Cruz, be sure to vote for

Chris Krohn for Santa Cruz CountySupervisor for the Third District. Weask for your help, support and votes forall of these fine candidates.

Many members are working hard forcandidates and keeping us informed on acouple of initiatives, one against thesprawling Rancho San Juan project offHighway 101 and the Community Gen-

eral Plan Initiative, both heavily sup-ported by the Club. Neither of these ini-tiatives may, at this time, be put on theballot due to lawsuits. This has beenvery disappointing because many mem-bers worked hard to collect signaturesand to stay informed on County policiesto provide the best information to thevoters. The fact is that the MontereyCounty Board of Supervisors is promot-ing more growth than is healthy for thearea. They favor sprawl without proofof water or infrastructure or even com-

mon sense. These initiatives wouallowed the voters to speak oshow their concern for protecresources and sensible planning i

The Pebble Beach Companyto cut down over 17,000 treesMonte Forest comes before the Commissioners in June. The Sieris actively opposing this project,

hope some of you will plan to atthearing in Santa Rosa. Please refearticle on page 7 for details.

And last, if you are not alreadyipating, make this the time to goof the Clubs exciting outings. Geour magnificent parks now inafter the long rainy season. Hike with some friendly folks to viewnic wildflowers, forests, and beaare working so hard to protect.

Rita Dalessio

Aremark by a total stranger over 30years ago changed my life pro-foundly. I was at a New Years

Eve party in the early 70s with my sisterand brother-in-law in a Washington DCsuburb. I dont even recall what city Iwas in. I had been visiting my sister, andshe and her husband had brought mealong to a party.

We were all milling about in the hub-

bub when a young man proposed a toast.Bottoms up, he exclaimed. Then heproceeded to make a gross joke about theway he liked both his women anddrinks. A young woman across fromhim countered, Lets hope the new yearwill see an end to such sexist remarks.

That womans courageous comebackmade an impression on me. One didnthave to remain silent when someone elsemade a disparaging remark. You could

Speak outfor the environment

speak out instead of giving thesion by your silence that youAnd so I started speaking up mquently whenever I heard a racisist comment.

So whats that got to do with tronment?

Over the years I broadened ming up to include behaviors as comments. I try to be diplomaexample, if I am carpooling witone who leaves the engine runninwaiting for another passenger

offer, Have you considered turyour engine while were waitinYou could save money and hlungs if you turned the motor of

Last week when I saw a womthe restaurant bathroom withoing out the light, I remarked, Ygot to turn out the light. Shearound and complied.

Another time when a colleaggested we eat lunch at a certainrant, I countered, I try not tplaces that use paper plates. Ledifferent place.

Only you can decide whatstant enough for you to butt

unsolicited advice. Only you cawhich friends and acquaintanaccept your comments in good h

But if we are going to chanunsustainable way of life, if we ato preserve a livable planet for odren, we will have to change aand behaviors.

By speaking up, we can raise sciousness as we used to say inand 70s. A total stranger certainmine.

Debbie Bulger

CorrectionVince Cheap from the Santa Cruz

Chapter of the California Native PlantSociety wrote to correct our character-

ization of the tarplant occurring atArana Gulch as a distinct subspecies.Cheap informs us that the Arana tar-plant is a unique genetic variant. All12 populations of naturally-occurringtarplant are the same species; there areno subspecies. Cheap continues, Theunique genetic variant present at Aranais invaluable to the conservation of thespecies genetic diversity as a whole, butit does not present itself taxonomicallyas a separate subspecies or variant atthis time. Thanks, Vince.

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LETTERS

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Contact Your RepresentativesPresident George W. BushThe White House1600 Pennsylvania Ave. NWWashington, D.C. 20500Comment line: (202) 456-1111FAX: (202) [email protected]

Vice President Dick Cheney(202) [email protected]

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

Senator Dianne Feinstein331 Hart Office BuildingWashington, D.C. 20510(202) 224-3841; (415) 393-07071 Post Street, Suite 2450San Francisco, CA 94104go to website to email

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

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

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

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

State Senator Abel Maldonado100 Paseo De San Antonio, Suite 20San Jose, CA 95113(408) [email protected]

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

State Senator Jeff Denham369 Main Street, #208Salinas, CA 93901(831) [email protected]

Assembly Representative Simon Sa100 W. Alisal Street, Rm. 134Salinas, CA 93901(831) 759-8676 FAX (831) 759-29assemblymember.Salinas@assembly

Assembly Representative John La701 Ocean Street, Room 318-BSanta Cruz, CA 95060; (831) 425-1599 Pacific Street, Suite 555DMonterey, CA 93940(831) 649-2832 FAX (831) 649-29assemblymember.Laird@assembly.

The Ventana welcomes letters. Send to:

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

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

o Wal-Mart in MarinaWal-Mart was NOT part of Marinas

sion for development. An out-of-townveloper bought the former Kmart buildingt October. They signed a lease with Wal-art in February without telling anyone inarinaeven after the Marina Planningommission told them in October they did-t want Wal-Mart or any major discounttailer coming to the Marina Landing Shop-ng Center. Marina city leaders and citi-ns vision for the site was multiple retailersrving visitors and residents.Its still our vision to have a unique center

at serves our diverse community. Howev-

even after demonstrating Wal-Mart isnwelcome anywhere on the Monterey Bay

record-breaking attendance and speakersthe March 21 Marina City Council meet-g and April 27 Planning Commissioneeting, our city leaders refuse to act accord-g to the will of their constituency. Thisal-Mart would be only 2,000 feet fromarina State Beach and 300 feet from one ofe countys few protected wetlands. Wal-art has an ugly history of environmentalolations.In May 2004, Wal-Mart agreed to pay a.1 million civil penalty to settle allegationsviolated the federal Clean Water Act inne states, the largest penalty ever fororm-water runoff violations at Wal-Mart

ore construction sites. Wal-Mart plans toen by November. Since early March, aassroots group of local citizens called Citi-ns Against Wal-Mart In Marina (CAWIM)s been working to stop this from happen-g. Wal-Mart was stopped in Pajaro and can

stopped in Marina. Please contact us tond out how you can help, [email protected] or call 883-4459.

Steve ZmakMarina

pen your heartAs I write this, my thoughts run to what

her fellow hikers might think of me, per-ps judging me negatively, but, what thell. Jack Kornfield, a Buddhist scholar, hasd, At the end of our life, it wont matter

hat kind of car weve driven nor what kindjob we had nor where weve traveled.

hat will matter is how well we have loved.often reflect, on the Sierra club hikes, (ory interactive, social encounter, for thatatter) how personable people are, how car-g, how warm-hearted, how much they takeinterest in others and how generous they

e with finding goodness in each other. Iten wish they (me included) could practiceore Satyagraha.Gandhi popularized this Sanskrit word

hich means, in part, putting others first.riginally from the Bhagavad-Gita, it is a

reduction of self-will and a lessening of self-interest. Satyagraha begins with ones ownquiet heart, with compassion for those whoare truly suffering (ourselves included). Itbegins, over and over throughout our lives,with discipline, as we surrender our ego, rec-ognizing, and diminishing desires andremoving self-interest. One small way wecould begin to put others before ourselves is,at lunchtime, by bringing a little extra foodfor others. In every culture Ive visited foodand/or drink is freely offered to everyone byalmost everyone. Only in America do wehuddle over our lunch, never offering even apeanut or a dried apricot to our table com-panions! Life is short and, as Joan Armatrad-ing sings, Dont wait until its over. Livewith love. Open your heart.

Gary HarroldAptos

Dont pave Arana for bikesI live just on the other side of the harbor

from Arana Gulch and love walking there. I

cant imagine paved bike paths and suspen-sion bridges, not to mention the cost of thesethings and the cost to the environment. Ivewritten to the County before, suggestingrouting bike traffic along Broadway, downFrederick St. to the park, then along the edgeof the park (a fenced in bike path to separatebikers from kiddies), and then a rideableramp down into the harbor, then up ontoBrommer. Safe and inexpensive. Othersopposed to the paths and bridges agree withme. Whos listening? Thanks for being achampion of this park.

Sandy FergusonSanta Cruz

by Ed Gilbert

On Saturday, April1, five other hikersand I did a 11-1/2

mile Sierra Club trek ledby Ventana Chapter hikeleader Esperanza Hernan-dez through the HighPeaks section of the Pinna-

cles National Monument.This National Monu-ment is the western half ofa massive, prehistoric vol-cano formed by the upflow of magna 23-millionyears ago along the SanAndreas fault system. Thesystem traverses a faultline from N-NW to S-SEthrough California. Theeastern half of the remainsof the volcano now lies195 miles S-SE of the Pinnacles Monu-ment, also along the fault line. The sepa-ration of the two halves has occurred as

a result of the longitudinal slippagebetween the two adjoining earth plates atan average rate of just over 1/2 inch peryear.

The noteworthy happening of thishike was something that even the Park

Rangers on duty and the other hikersthere that day had not experienced. Highin those peaks we had the privilege to

view, up-close in one viewing session, all13 of the great California Condors locat-ed there. Yes, all of them. Some of themfrom as close as 15 to 20 feet. Unafraid,they just sat there and looked at us.

From later discussion with the headPark Ranger at the Visitors Center, wewere told that these magnificent, fearlessand very large birds were nearing extinc-

A visit with the great California condorstion just over a ago. At that timeremained. Since thgreat strides havtaken to correct thtion. Through imbird handling anding controls, the tion has now

increased to 279 fornia and Arizocurrent goal is to the population birds; 150 in Ca150 in Arizona; anthe controlled relegram.

The female lays only one egtwo years. Thisnot sufficient totain or increase t

ulation. By removing eggs afteand/or removing chicks after hthe female birds are encouraged

produce at a rate of two eggs pea fourfold increase.

New birds are released into thural environment only after an experiod of nature orientation and by mentor birds in the controlledprogram.

What an experience we had tFor me, its one Ill never forget.

Erica

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M

easure A is a proposal plthe June ballot by theportation Agency of M

County (TAMC) to enact a 1sales tax increase to begin land pufor the Prunedale Bypass.

Measure A has many provisioare of concern to the Ventana CFirst and foremost is the initiatland acquisition plan for the UPrunedale Freeway Bypass Projewould be a new freeway leavin101 just north of Salinas, proceedof the present highway, and re-cing with Hwy. 101 just noPrunedale. Not only is it not neePrunedale Bypass will enable dment of the area east of Hwy.

the Gavilan Range.Developers do not like to infrastructure. It is not a cointhat they and big business are supthis measure. They would muchhave working people foot their bclear that the function of this taxto subsidize development makinand congestion worse. The Sierand responsible urban plannerthat you cant pave your way outgestion.

Remember, vote no on Meas

Sierra Club Endorses

The Ventana Chapter enthusiastically

endorses Jyl Lutes for Monterey CountyDistrict 2 Supervisor. A Salinas CityCouncilperson for seven years andMayor Pro-Tem, Lutes is an advocate forsmart growth, responsive governmentand leadership that puts residents beforespecial interests. Lutes is committed toending the special-interest funded poli-tics that currently dominates MontereyCounty. She pledges to fight for the pub-lics right to know, to participate and todecide what is best for their community.

On the City Council, Lutes guided anew vision for the Salinas General Plan.She promoted vibrant, compact, mixed-use, mixed-income, pedestrian-friendly

communities and city-centered growth.The Salinas General Plan has earnedrecognition from the Congress of NewUrbanism.

Lutes helped craft a progressive, low-income housing ordinance which is nowincluded in the Citys General Plan.Among all County jurisdictions, Salinasnow requires the highest percentage ofnew affordable housing.

Lutes helped transform the Salinasbudget crisis into a Standard and PoorA+ credit rating. As a member of the

Monterey County

Sierra Club endorses John Laird for-election to the State Assembly. Dur-g the past year John has assumed aadership role as Budget Committeehair. He is fighting to ensure Califor-as environmental protection is strongd develop new water conservation

andards.Three of his key water conservationlls currently pending areAB 984, which calls for control or

adication of invasive tamarisk on theolorado River in order to increaseater supply and restore habitat;AB 1881, which implements urban

ndscape irrigation conservation recom-endations that resulted from a previ-

usly enacted bill; andAB 2496, which will save billions ofllons of water through mandating usehigh-efficiency toilets.John has been an excellent representa-

ve of our district in the State Assembly.

am FarrS. House of Representatives

The Political Committee of the Ven-na Chapter has again endorsed Repre-ntative Sam Farr for re-election.Sam Farr was awarded the National

erra Clubs prestigious Ed Wayburnward in 2004 for his strong leadershipenvironmental legislation. He has also

orked on the Southern Sea Otteresearch and Recovery Act, the USommission on Ocean Policy report,d secured funds for the planning andsign of a new Agricultural Researchrvice facility in Salinas.Recently Congressman Farr was ablehelp Pinnacles National Monument

t funds to purchase the 1700-acre Pin-acles Ranch which will include the first

ublic campground for the park. Theditional lands also mean additionalassland, riparian, endangered species,d migratory habitat. As a member ofe House Appropriations Committeem has said, Ill be fighting to preventploitation of our natural resources asbate over this bill continues.Keep Sam Farr representing our com-unities in Washington D.C.

Monterey County voters be able to vote in June important land use ballo

ures supported by the Ventanaterthe Community General Ptiative and the Rancho San Juan/

fly Village Referendum. These mremain stalled in the Ninth Court. However, the lawsuit citetify their absence (Padilla v Lscheduled to be reheard on June ra Club is hopeful both measuresrestored to the November ballot

Until these legal issues are rsatisfactorily, Monterey Countywill continue to be denied the rreferendum and initiative, whstate constitution grants them. respected election-law authority legal papers with the court on thla decision, laying out the seriouit raises. We share his concerns,

have raised them with local anofficials. You can read one of missions on this issue at: www.lawblog.org/archives/005352.ht

entral Coast Candidates

ohn Laird7th State

ssembly

istrict

Jyl LutesMonterey

County

Supervisor

2nd District

RepresentativeFarr at the recentopening of the1700-acreaddition to thePinnacles

NationalMonument

Transportation Agency for Monterey

County (TAMC), Lutes consistentlyadvocated for alternatives to automobiletravel, and it was Lutes vote that killedthe Hatton Canyon Freeway.

Understanding the economic andenvironmental costs of sprawl, Lutessupports the Community General PlanInitiative. As Supervisor, she intends tocontinue advocating city-centeredgrowth and keeping rural areas rural.She wants guarantees from developersthat affordable housing, adequate infra-structure and community services willbe included in all plans for future growthin Monterey County.

Her experience includes serving as a

councilmember for seven years, as anAlisal School District Trustee, and asChair of the Transportation Agency forMonterey County.

To help with her campaign, contactLutes at 443-5040 or visit www.electLutes.com.

Community General PlanInitiative and Rancho Sa

Juan Referendumnot on ballot

Vote NO onMeasure A

Dont subsidize

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Election endorsementselow are the Sierra Club endorsements for the June primary. The comprehensivendorsement process includes questionnaires and interviews. Neither Arnoldchwarzenegger nor Green candidate Peter Camejo returned our questionnaire.

Governor Phil Angelides and Steve WestlyLieutenant Governor Liz Figueroa, John Garamendi, and Jackie SpeierAttorney General Jerry BrownController John Chiang and Joe Dunnecretary of State Debra Bowen

Treasurer Bill Lockyeruper. Public Instruct. Jack OConnell

House of Reps Sam Farrtate Assembly John Laird

Monterey County Supervisor, 2nd District Jyl LutesNO on Measure A

anta Cruz County Supervisor, 3rd District Chris Krohn

The Sierra Club is pleased to endorsehris Krohn for Santa Cruz Countyupervisor, 3rd District. Krohns com-itment to protection of Santa Cruzountys natural and open space lands isne of his top priorities. He is firmly oncord as opposing the widening ofighway 1 and supporting environmen-lly-friendly public transportation

cluding a bicycle-pedestrian trail one rail right-of way. Krohn promotesfordable housing within current urbanotprints at levels that ensure adequateater supplies. He believes in strength-ing the local economy by attractingeen businesses that will provide

mployment without pollution.As a Santa Cruz City Council mem-r, Krohn successfully fought to

mprove water quality by stopping tim-r harvesting in the Citys watershednds. He has worked to preserve agri-ltural lands from development.Krohn is a former Mayor of Santa

ruz. He is currently the Environmen-

l Studies Internship Coordinator atCSC, and his wife, Rachel, is Chair ofe Environmental Studies DepartmentSan Jose State University. The Santa

ruz Group of the Sierra Club feels thatrohn reflects the values of the Sierralub.To help with his campaign, contact

rohn at 420-1266 or visitww.chriskrohnforsupervisor.org.

Governor:Phil Angelides andSteve Westly

Sierra Club California endorses bothAngelides and Westly. Either would bethe greenest governor California hasever had. Both candidates have used theircurrent positions to safeguard our states

air, water, coast, and open space.Angelides has guided Californiashuge pension funds, CALPERS andCALSTRS, into green investments.Westly has taken on the auto companieson global warming and the power plantson marine life protection.

Lieutenant Governor:Liz Figueroa,

John Garamendi, andJackie Speier

All three of these candidates havegood records. Senator Figueroa hasvoted for all of the Clubs most impor-tant bills in the Senate over the last three

years. Insurance Commissioner Gara-mendi authored laws on clean energyand toxic clean-up when he served in thelegislature. As Deputy Secretary for theU.S. Dept. of Interior he blocked theWard Valley nuclear waste dump andimplemented water reforms. SenatorSpeier voted for 83% of the Clubs high-est priority bills in the Senate over thelast three years.

Attorney General:Jerry Brown

As Governor of California, JerryBrown pushed for alternative energy andgreen building. He favored mass transit

over highway construction and was astrong advocate for river and forest pro-tection. During his interview with theSierra Club, Brown emphasized the needto defend the state vigorously againstefforts by the right-wing congressionalleadership and the White House to pre-empt important state environmentallaws with looser (or non-existent) feder-al standards. Brown will be a strong

advocate for coastal and forest protec-tion and will vigorously pursue pollutersin court.

Secretary of State:Debra Bowen

One of the principal issues facing thesecretary of state is the problem ofapplying modern technology to voting.As chair of the Senate Elections Com-

mittee, Senator Bowen has been anaggressive leader in fighting for safe-guards to ensure that all votes will beaccurately recorded and reported. Shehas been a strong supporter of CleanMoney campaign finance reform.

Bowen has been an environmentalleader during her 14 years in the legisla-ture. She voted for 23 of the Clubs 24highest priority bills in the last threeyears.

Treasurer: Bill LockyerFor eight years Lockyer has been the

greenest attorney general in Californiahistory. He now promises to be the

greenest treasurer. The treasurer caninfluence environmental policy throughinvestment decisions of the pensionfunds and through leadership of the Cal-ifornia Pollution Control FinancingAuthority.

Superintendent of PublicInstruction:

Jack OConnellSierra Clubs main interest in this

position stems from our active involve-ment in environmental education.OConnell has supported environmentaleducation both in the classroom and inoutdoor schools.

anta Cruz

hristopher Krohnanta Cruz County Supervisor,

rd District

Statewide Offices

Controller:John Chiang andJoe Dunn

The controller sits on the StatCommission, the California PControl Financing Authority apension funds.

On the Board of Equalization

has consistently voted to uphold orously enforce a series of ppays fees that fund programs ftronic waste recycling, hazardouclean up and prevention of chlead poisoning. He advocated ocdesert protection as a staff memformer Controller Gray Davis.

Senator Dunn has voted for aClubs highest priority bills in thover the last three years. A suconsumer attorney, he demonstrinvestigative ability by leading hitting Senate inquiry into the ping energy companies such aswho abused California during t

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C A L E N D A R

Sierra Club Events

Saturday, June 24

Composting WorkshopYou can make organic fertilizer in yourown backyard by composting. Learnwhat makes composting happen, whatshould and shouldnt be composted, andmore. Compost bins available at $20 dis-count for qualifying Santa Cruz Countyresidents who register in advance.Workshop FREE. Skypark, Scotts Val-ley. 1-3:00 p.m. Sponsored by SantaCruz County Dept. of PW. Call 423-HEAP (4327).

Saturday, July 8

Beautiful Bats

Drop in between11:00 a.m. and 1:00p.m. at theMuseum of Nat-ural History in SantaCruz, 1305 East CliffDrive to visit with live batsfrom the California BatConservation Fund. Par-ents must accompanychildren. Ages 6and up. FREE.

Saturdays (dates below)

Habitat restoration

California Native

Plant SocietyVolunteer to restore native habitatin State Parks in Santa Cruz Co.Wear layered work clothing. Bringwater & gloves. Tools provided. 10:00a.m. to 1:00 p.m. We work rain or shine,but if things get particularly unpleasant,we call it a day. Contact Linda Brodman,462-4041, [email protected]. website:www.cruzcnps.org.

June 10, Henry Cowell State ParkJuly 8, Natural Bridges State ParkAugust 12, Sunset Beach State Park

Second and Fourth Saturdays

Habitat restoration

Watsonville2nd and 4th Saturdays each montsored by Watsonville Wetlands W9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Meet in OrSupply parking lot at Green Valleand Main Street in Watsonville. Gtools and lunch provided. Call LaKummerer, 728-4106 for more intion. No experience necessary.

Free Wormshops

Learn how worms can eat your foscraps and make beautiful compoyour garden. FREE workshop fo

Cruz County residents. 1:00-3:00 Optional worm bin, $15. Call to worm bin. Sponsored by Santa CCounty Board of Supervisors. CaGrobe, 427-3452.

Saturday, June 17, Aladdiery, 2907 Freedom

vard, Watson

Sunday, JulyQuail Hollo

County Park, 800 Hollow Road, Felton.

Saturdays

Garland Ranch hike

The Monterey Peninsula RPark District docents leadat Garland Ranch Park evurday and invite Sierra Clmembers to join them. Aned list of all hikes may be

on their website: www.mprpd

Non-Sierra Club events of interestThe following activities are not sponsored or administered by the Sierra Club. TClub makes no representations or warranties about the safety, supervision or mment of such activities. They are published only as a reader service.

Sierra Club California is conductingits annual Lobby Day in Sacramen-to August 13 and 14. Come to Sacra-

mento, meet Club members from allover the State and join in the fun.The actual Lobby Day is Monday,

August 14. On Sunday afternoon theClubs lobbyists will train you withhelpful instructions and the inside storyon how to conduct successful meetingswith legislators and their staff members.Club staff will also discuss the legislativeprocess and provide talking points onthis years priority bills for the Club. OnMonday, participants will attend meet-ings with key legislators throughout theday which will end with a debriefing andwrap up at the Sierra Club office.

Sierra Club California will provide

free hotel accommodations in double-occupancy rooms in a nearby hotel inSacramento and will also provide Sun-day dinner, Monday breakfast and Mon-day lunch. Most transportation expenseswill be reimbursed with prior approval.

The registration deadline for LobbyDay is August 1. Please register as soonas possible as we may receive more appli-cations than we have spaces. ContactSabrina Juarez, Sierra Club CaliforniaLegislative Aide, for more information,916-557-1100 ext.107 or at [email protected].

riday, June 9

Potluck & SlidesThe slide show topic could not be con-

firmed at press time. Please call George ifyou want to know. The potluck begins at6:30 p.m. Bring food to share and yourown plate, cup, utensils, and serving uten-sils. We love home-cooked food, butstore-bought items (minimum value $4)make great contributions too. For direc-tions call George, 335-7748.

Wednesday, June 14

Pebble Beach HearingThe Coastal Commission will continueits hearing on the Pebble Beach develop-ment plan to cut down over 17,000 treesfor luxury housing, hotel rooms, a golfcourse and more. Plan to attend this

meeting in Santa Rosa and work withClub activists to save the Monterey pineforest. Call Rita Dalessio, 659-7046 if youcan attend this meeting.

riday, July 14

Potluck & SlidesSee June 9 for details.

riday - Monday, July 21-24

Channel Islands CruiseVisit four of the Channel Islands withSierra Club members accompanied by aranger/naturalist. Proceeds to benefitSierra Club political programs in Califor-

nia. Other dates offered in August. $750cost includes sumptuous meals, snacks,and bunks on the boat. For more infor-mation contact Joan Jones Holtz,[email protected], 626-443-0706.

aturday, July 22

Senior Pot Luck: Paradise ParkSomething new! Join the folks at ParadisePark Masonic Club picnic grounds forthe weekly wiener roast and potluck. Oldfashioned wood fire pit for cooking.Bring potluck dish, meat to cook, serviceand beverage to share. Social at 5:30 p.m.

and dinner to follow. Spouses and otherguests welcome. RSVP to Leader PatHerzog, 458-9841.

Sunday - Monday, August 13-14Lobby DayMark your calendar now to travel toSacramento to lobby with Sierra ClubCalifornia. Training on Sunday after-noon. Visit with key legislators on Mon-day. Free hotel in double-occupancyrooms and meals. Details in article below.

Deborah A. MalkinA T T O R N E Y A T L A W

Specializing inWills, Living Trusts, Tax-saving Trusts,

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

Free initial consultationDiscount offered to Sierra Club members.

The Creekside Offices at 2425 Porter St., Suite 15 Soquel, CA 95073 831-462-9100 www.ventanawild.org P.O. Box 506, Santa Cruz, CA 95061 831-423-

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The continuation of the CCommission hearing oPebble Beach Comp

plans to cut down over 17,000to build a new golf course, drange, luxury housing, more rooms and golf cottages is sche

before the California Coastal mission on Wednesday, June 14Coastal Commission met on M9 for a preliminary hearing omassively destructive projeMonterey. That hearing drew acrowd and lasted almost 12 hThe Club had over 150 meopposing the project.

If you can attend the hearSanta Rosa, contact Rita Da659-7046.

Come to Santa Rosa tohelp save Monterey pin

Heres your chance to be thedetective or chemist youvealways wanted to be. The

Coastal Watershed Council is look-ing for volunteers to participate intrainings to learn how to monitorstorm drain outfalls for commonurban pollutants such as detergents,chlorine, and bacteria. In the pastvolunteers have discovered chlorineleaks, cooking oil spills and majordetergent and bacteria discharges

Volunteers needed to collect and testwater samples during the summer

Tamara Myers collectsa water sample.

Denyse Frischmuth

Activists are working to get localcities to commit to more sustain-able practices. Americans for an

formed Democracy, which is leadinge campaign, (AIDemocracy) worksith college and high school studentsationwide on raising awareness of glob-issues and encouraging environmental

actices. On its Earth Day conferenceCSUMB, AIDemocracy launched itsmpaign to get local cities to sign on toe Urban Environmental Accords pro-aimed by the United Nations at theN World Environment Day in June05. The Accords were first developed

y the City of San Francisco and modi-ed by mayors of cities all over theorld.These Accords, which have beendorsed by the Sierra Club, cover seveneas with three actions each. Citiesmmit to achieving the goals withinven years. The goals are Energy (renewable energy, energy

ficiency, climate change)

Waste Reduction (zero waste,manufacturer responsibility, consumerresponsibility)

Urban Design (green building,urban planning, slums)

Urban Nature (parks, habitatrestoration, wildlife)

Transportation (public transit,clean vehicles, reducing congestion)

Environmental Health (toxicsreduction, healthy food, clean air)

Water (water access & efficiency,source water conservation, water wastereduction).

To help cities as they work on imple-menting the Accords, the Environmen-tal Affairs Department of the City of SanFrancisco will share information aboutits own experience implementing theAccords. Recognizing that each cityscircumstances is unique, the Accordsgrant cities autonomy in creating bench-marks and goals. The process is self reg-ulating.

Reduction in energy costs is a very

attractive and important benefit citiesexperience as a result of their invest-ments in eco-friendly projects. Forexample, Syracuse, N.Y., a signatory to

Activists launch campaign to green up local cities

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the Accords, claims it is saving almost $1million a year through its environmen-tally-friendly practices.

It is recognized that not all cities willachieve all 21 goals in seven years, butsigning on means a commitment towork towards a healthier environmentand the opportunity to have the citysaccomplishments recognized worldwide.A City Green Star Program will be cre-ated to grant recognition for a citysaccomplishments at the end of the sevenyears: a four-star city will have complet-ed between 19 and 21 actions, a three-star city between 15 and 18, two stars for12 to 17 actions completed and one starfor 8 to 11.

Locally, Capitola has already signedon to the Accords. Other Northern Cal-ifornia cities which have adopted theAccords include San Francisco, Oak-land, Emeryville, Novato, and San Jose.

How to helpTo get involved contact Yuri Beckel-

man, AIDemocracy Regional Director,

238-6246, [email protected] the AIDemocracy website,

www.aidemocracy.org/coalition.cfm.eds affirm that local cohore native

Effective March 23 of this year theNational Marine Fisheries Servicedenied Homer T. (Bud) McCrarys

tition to redefine the boundary of theentral California Coast coho salmonaiming that the local coho were notative and were hatchery fish.

The investigation proved otherwise,rning up coho salmon specimens from

oth Waddell and Scott Creeks from

95 in the California Academy of Sci-ces collection. Hatchery fish intro-uctions began in 1906.

Reluctant to give up, McCrary is nowking that local coho be excluded frome National Marine Fisheries Cohoecovery Plan claiming that restorationsenseless because the fish need hatch-y supplementation due to climate,ology, and ocean conditions south ofn Francisco, as stated by the Centraloast Forest Association which insistse problem has nothing to do with

abitat degradation.Fresh water habitat destruction is

idely recognized by the scientific com-

unity to be the major reason for thellapse of salmon populations.

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Debbie Bulger

Afeeling of joy and satisfaction per-vades the Grey Bears recyclingfacility in mid-Santa Cruz Coun-

. It is palpable. On this 3-acre plot, sen-rs are hard at work recycling justout everything.Founded in 1973 by two UCSC stu-nts (helped by local senior, Frank Gal-gher) who didnt want surplus produceom their garden to go to waste, Greyears has evolved into a non-profit thatves seniors a reason to get out of theouse and do something worthwhile.

I like to say we are recycling the lifeills of seniors to benefit the communi-, expresses Lynn Francis, Executiveirector. Relying on about 500 volun-ers assisted by a staff of 7, the Califor-a Grey Bears keeps 11,000 tons ofaterial out of local landfills annuallyd uses the proceeds to feed seniors.Almost nothing is wasted. Many ofe volunteers remember collectingring and newspapers during World

War II and employ those long-ago-arned skills to meet the challenge of astainable modern economy. The

Rolled bundles of old newspapers atransport to their next life protectiners during shipment to markets acrocountry.

Computer components are separatedonated labor.

Turning waste into warmthrey Bears recycle 11,000 tons annually

organization distributes donated andgleaned fresh produce to 2300 seniorsper week. Produce that cannot be dis-tributed is fed to livestock or turned intohigh-quality compost which is sold dirtcheap.

In a small shed on the Grey Bearsproperty on Chanticleer Avenue in LiveOak, volunteers disassemble old com-puters to recover the valuable parts.Recently retired Ron and CarolynStephenson are the volunteer managersof the computer refurbishing program.We remove and sell lots of computer

parts including the wires, explains Ron,holding up an old Pentium chip. If yougrind it up to recycle, you get lessmoney. This chip contains 60 worth ofgold.

The volunteer labor makes the eco-nomics pencil out. In the next buildingworkers give new life to old newspapersby rolling them into bundles which aresold to growers to protect flowers beingshipped nationwide. Scrap newspaperscan be sold for $50/ton; rolled, they sellfor $200/ton.

By working with Santa Cruz Countyprograms, Grey Bears complements gov-ernment activities rather than competingwith them. For example, the recycling

program at the Buena Vista landfated by Santa Cruz County is Grey Bears. Their for-profit subSCRAP, which recycles cardbo

yla Games, Grey Bears Thrift Store manager, arranges items offered for sale. The Thrift Store is open from 9-2 Monday through Friday.

Grey Bears volunteer, Marie, is dwarfed by one of the giant Earth Tubs that turn fowaste into garden compost.

Photos by Debbie Bulg

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Do you have

extra produce?If your fruit trees are especially prolific or yourgarden overbursting with tomatoes, string beans orother luscious veggies, consider donating your extraproduce to Grey Bears. Deliver produce to their facil-ity at 2710 Chanticleer Avenue, Santa Cruz. Call 479-1055 if you need assistance to pick the fruit off yourtrees. Dont let that good food go to waste.

Pajaro named most endangered river in USA

In April citing the threat to riversidecommunities from flooding exacer-bated by the Army Corps of Engi-

ers failed attempts to tame the river,merican Rivers named the Pajaro RiverAmericas #1 most endangered river

r 2006. The annual Americas Mostndangered Rivers report highlights 10vers facing a major turning point theming year, where action by citizensn make a huge difference for bothmmunity well-being and river health.American Rivers joined the Pajarover Watershed Committee and theerra Club in spotlighting threats to thever, along with workable solutions.The Pajaro River, and the safety and

ell-being of adjacent communities, area critical turning point. The U.S.

rmy Corps of Engineers is poised tocommend yet another old-style, over-gineered flood control project that willoduce an increasing risk of catastroph-flooding. To protect Watsonville andher communities along the river andstore the health of the Pajaro, theorps must adopt a modern, comprehen-ve flood control project that worksith natureinstead of against it.

The Pajaro River flows from the Dia-blo mountain range to Monterey Bay.On the coast the communities of Wat-sonville and Pajaro have flooded repeat-edly in recent years, most dramaticallyin 1995 and 1998. The transformation ofthe lower rivers once lush riparian habi-tat into a denuded channel has compro-

mised natural flood protection along thewaterway. Following severe floods in1995, most of the trees along the lowerPajaros levees were removed in a mis-guided attempt to reduce flooding.Instead, the now bare channel has led tothe increased velocity of flood waters,further erosion, and millions of dollars

in flood damage recovery effortsTo make matters worse, 70

extensive sand and gravel miupstream tributaries has unleashlions of cubic yards of sediment washed downstream harmingquality and the rivers ability tosevere runoff. Upstream aincluding farming and developmealso added to peak flood flows, ing the risk of flooding downstre

The Corps is proposing to destructive and outdated leveeswould cost taxpayers more thamillion to construct instead of rthe historic upstream floodplawetlands that could provide the fof defense against flooding.

American Rivers and its partthe Pajaro are urging the Cadvance a watershed-wide manaplan for the Pajaro that worknature, and not against it. Suchwould seek a more natural courseriver, restore a healthy riparian crevegetate the rivers banks and cand identify upstream wetlanriparian lands where floodwaternaturally and safely overflow.

plastic film for local business customers, operateswith the Countys blessing as it diverts these

materials from the county landfill.In addition to recycling, Grey Bears promotes

re-use. They operate a thrift shop where house-hold treasures, clothing and furniture are offeredfor sale. In Grey Bears computer shop, refur-bished computers are sold at bargain prices tothose who might otherwise not be able to affordone.

Membership in Grey Bears costs $20/year.Volunteers get bags of produce, lunch and a

chance to join in the fun. Special events through-out the year include a volunteer recognition din-ner, a fall picnic, and a Holiday Dinner for 2500seniors. Learning opportunities such as cookingand computer classes enrich members lives.

After viewing the movie Calendar Girls, someof the Grey Bears volunteers and staff decided topublish a risqu calendar. Executive director,Lynn Francis is Ms February. She is described asvaluing love, harmony, peace and waste reduc-tion. To see enticing photos of Grey Bears Cal-endar Girls visit www.greybears.org.

olunteer Ken Miller removes components from an old computer.

Upstream activities and the widespread removal of trees along the Pajaro wash excesssediments downstream

Big step in Big SurCalifornia Condors have taken a big step

independence with the first sighting of a feeding on a dead beached whale in Big Sreleased, captive-bred condors are fed by biwho leave calf carcasses for the birds.

Just penniesAccording to an Energy Information A

tration, US Department of Energy report, in the Arctic National Wildlife Refugereduce gas prices by a mere penny/galloyears. How about raising fuel economy stan40 mpg instead?

SpinA new Bush administration report on w

misleads the public by stating there has beegain in wetlands. Only thing, they counteused for treating wastewater, storm water aneffluent. Back when I was in school, that wacheating.

Extinction plan?The Fish and Wildlife Service has finally d

critical habitat for the endangered red-leggSadly, the habitat designated is 39% smaller tentists recommended, and there is none in CCounty, home of Mark Twains famous storthe red-legged frog. Without sufficient places to live, it will be bad for the frog.

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J U N E

Saturday, June 3

WALK: SAN JUAN BAUTISTA

Well walk-about in this historic Californiatown. Well visit and learn about the charm-ing streets and houses, including the StatePark Plaza. Walk a few miles and spend a fewhours in the past and in the sunshine (I hope).Bring lunch, water and dress for weather.Meet at 10:00 a.m. in the Seaside Home Depotparking lot (by the service station) on CanyonDel Rey at Hwy. 1 ramps. For more informa-tion, call leader: Joyce Stevens, 624-3149.

Saturday, June 3HIKE: SUNOL REGIONAL PARK

We were rained out in March, so I amrescheduling. There may be Mariposas by thisdate. There is a 1-hour carpool to the park. 10miles with 2000' elevation gain. Meet at 9:30a.m. at the Santa Cruz County GovernmentCenter to carpool. Call Nick for additionalinfo. Leader: Nick Wyckoff, 462-3101.

Sunday, June 4HIKE: PICO BLANCO

Hike from Botchers Gap down to the BoyScout camp then up the north flank of PicoBlanco. From the north flank we can hike upthe north ridge to the peak. This moderatehike is 9 miles with 2000' elevation gain. Weshould have great 360 degree views. Bringboots, lunch and water. Meet at Albertsons at8:30 a.m. Leader: Steve Legnard, 402-1422.

Sunday, June 4

WALK: ASILOMAR/PEBBLE BEACH

A 4-mile walk, along streets and walkways inPacific Grove and Pebble Beach, then via atrail between fairways to the beach and out toPoint Joe and back with ocean views finishingat Asilomar via boardwalks. Bring water anda snack; done about noon. Meet across fromthe Fishwife Restaurant on Sunset Drive atAsilomar Blvd. in Pacific Grove at 9:00 a.m.Leader: Martha Saylor, 372-9215.

Tuesday, June 6

SENIOR HIKE: BIG BASIN/SLIPPERY RK

A 5-mile moderate hike on the Sequoia Trailto Sempervirens Falls to Slippery Rock toSkyline to Sea Trail. One steep uphill at Slip-pery Rock. Take at your own pace. Welllunch at top of Slippery Rock. Those wishing

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state and enjoy spectacular, breawaterfalls before we get to our granWaddell Beach on Hwy. 1. Bring foo$1.50 each way for the bus fare (exactWear hiking boots. For more infocall leader: Esperanza Hernandez, 67

Sunday, June 11

SINGLES VEGETARIAN POTLUCKBOATING: LOCH LOMOND

4-7:30 p.m. Well have an earlypotluck at 4:00 p.m. at the lakeshorwards well go boating, or you may

just socialize and relax. (Sorry, no swor alcohol allowed in the park.) Ybring your own boat, or we may renrow or paddle boats there for appro$2-$3/person for 2 hours. Parking is 4:00 p.m. For carpools, meet at 3:15Felton Faire or at the lakeshore picnat Loch Lomond at 4:00 p.m. Pleayour own plate, cup and serving utea potluck dish to share. For more tion, call after 11:00 a.m. 335-3342Karen Kaplan.

Sunday, June 11HIKE: LOWER PEBBLE BEACH

Enjoy spectacular ocean views and DForest on this 9-mile hike, startSailorman, then south along SpanisBird Rock. We then proceed east adSpyglass Hill and Poppy Hills Goldown through I.E. Morse Reserve

O U T I N G S

R A T I N G S

ENERAL INFORMATION:

All outings begin and end at the trailhead.arpooling to and from the trailhead is strict-a private arrangement between the driverd his/her guests. Carpool drivers are not

ents or employees of the Sierra Club.GLS = Gay & Lesbian Sierrans. All are

elcome on GLS outings.

XPLANATION OF RATINGS:

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

on gain; easy pace.Moderate: 5-10 miles; up to 2,000' gain;

oots; better than average fitness required.Strenuous: May involve off-trail hiking;

manding pace; for experienced hikers inod condition only.

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

IRECTIONS:

Park and Ride/Black Bear Diner: Thisrking lot is on Rio Road in Carmel.Albertsons/Bagel Bakery: Heading south

n Hwy. 1, pass through Monterey. One milest the Ocean Ave. intersection, turn left onarmel Valley Rd. Almost immediately, turnght at the light toward the stores. Albert-

ns and Bagel Bakery are on the right.Santa Cruz County Govt. Center: The

rge grey building at the corner of Ocean andater in Santa Cruz. We meet at the corner ofe parking lot nearest to the gas station.Felton Faire: From Santa Cruz take Gra-

m Hill Rd. toward Felton. Just after youss Roaring Camp (on the left), make a rightto Felton Faire shopping center. We meet ate edge of the Safeway parking lot nearestraham Hill Rd.41st Avenue Sears: From Hwy. 1 in Capi-

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

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

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

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

a shorter hike can turn back at the falls. Meetbefore 9:30 a.m. at Sears 41st Ave or at Felton

Faire at 9:50 a.m. Bring lunch, water, $4 car-pool and share of entrance $. Leader: BeverlyMeschi, 475-4185.

Wednesday, June 7HIKE: SIERRA AZUL

Well traverse part of the Sierra Azul Preserveand Bay Area Ridge Trail, starting fromKennedy Rd. in Los Gatos. Breathtakingviews. In March we hiked up to this trail ona clear day and could see San Francisco. Bringwater and lunch for this 8-mile hike withsome uphill. Meet at 9:00 a.m. at Sears 41stAve. to carpool. We will start from the trail-head on Kennedy Rd. in Los Gatos at 10:00a.m. Leader: Diane Cornell, 423-5925.

Saturday, June 10

HIKE: BIG BASIN TO THE SEA

Well meet at the Santa Cruz Bus Station at8:00 a.m. to take a bus to the Park Head-quarters where we start our 15-mile hike. Wemust keep a fast and steady pace in order tocatch the 4:00 p.m. bus back to Santa Cruz.Well see the most majestic redwoods in the

Club events such as potlucks, slideshows and other

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Companys still intact 1870 to 1919 LimeKilns, 150' high Blue Cliff Limestone Quarry.Blasting Powder Magazine, and Fish Pond onthe way up. This 9-mile loop, with 1500' ele-vation gain, returns via the Big Ben and FallCreek Tails, past the old water-powered Bar-rel Mill on Fall Creek. Much of the barrelmaking machinery is still there. Bring plenty

of water, lunch and $2 for carpool. Meet atSanta Cruz County Government Centerbefore 9:30 a.m. or at Fall Creek parking areaat 10:00 a.m. Leader: Ed Gilbert, 685-8389.

Sunday, June 18

HIKE: TERRACE CREEKHike up the Pine Ridge trail from the Big SurRanger Station to beautiful Terrace Creek.Well go up the trail along the creek and enjoycascading waters and crystal clear pools. Fromthe lunch stop on the highest point well hikeback down the Old Coast Road to the Ven-tana Inn. With some luck, we might see con-dors and enjoy the great views of the coastnorth and south. This 12-mile hike has 2300'elevation gain. Short car shuttle. Bring lunchand plenty of water, and wear boots. Meet atAlbertsons at 8:00 a.m. Leader: Steve Leg-nard, 402-1422.

Tuesday, June 20

SENIOR HIKE: ROARING CAMP

Well walk around the railroad cars, go ontrails, and climb to the top of Bear Mountainfor lunch. Portable restroom. Moderate 2.5miles with some uphill. Meet before 9:30 a.m.at Sears 41st Ave or at Felton Faire at 9:50a.m. To go direct, take Graham Hill Rd. toRoaring Camp entrance. Park (for fee) at areaby San Lorenzo Lumber. Bring water, lunch,


used primarily for the demonstratiotained-yield timber management, and recreation. 4 miles round trip. rooms. Meet before 9:30 a.m. at SAve. To go direct, call leader. Brinlunch, insect repellent and $5 Leader: Beverly Meschi, 475-4185.

J U L Y

Saturday, July 1

SWIM/HIKE: ARROYO SECO

This outing has been called an amhike. We start at the Arroyo Seco paand hike about 3 miles to get into thWell wade and walk upstream throeral small waterfalls, then have tthrough deep ponds and the narrowreach the big waterfall. When we awe will climb it and enjoy lunch furtthe sun. Only real good swimmers agetic hikers are encouraged, kids years of age with parents are welcoyour food in double plastic zip lockan old rucksack. Wear old tennis water sandals with toe protectionbathing suit underneath your clotheber mattress or a floating device arfloat downstream. Bring water and sua hat, and wear a white shirt in thBring $ for carpool. Well stop forshake at Millers after the trip. Reswhole day. Call for reservation.Anneliese Suter, 624-1467.

Saturday, July 8HIKE: UPPER PEBBLE BEACH

Enjoy an 8-mile hike through beauMonte Forest. We leave from Carmhike through Pescadero Cyn., downS.F.B. Morse Reserve, then throug

Hills, and out past Huckleberry Hiwater, lunch. Wear hiking shoes. Carmel Beach at the west end of Ocat 10:00 a.m. Leader: Stacy Smith, 62

Saturday, July 8

MARATHON HIKE: EAST TO WES

This is the infamous 23-mile hike froCamp (4,260') east of the coastal ranSur State Park (370') in the west in We start at first light and probably wish until dark. Call the leader re caarrangements. Bring enough food; wter water along the way. This is a veuous hike; only tough hikers are en

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repellent, $3 carpool. Leader: Helena Cantin,438-4253.

Friday-Sunday, June 23-25BACKPACK: DOMELAND WILDERNESS

In the southernmost Sierra, this wildernessincludes ponderosa pines, sage meadows, andthe flowing South Fork of the Kern River.

On Friday, we backpack four miles to Rock-house Basin, set up camp, and explore. Satur-day will be a dayhike to climb one of theprominent domes; Sunday will be a leisurelyreturn to our cars. This will be a moderate

journey for learning backpackers. Leader:Craig Deutsche, [email protected],(310-477-6670). A CNRCC Desert Commit-tee outing.

Saturday, June 24HIKE: BIG BASIN

This will be a surprise walk because the leaderhasnt quite figured the exact route yet. It willinvolve approximately 8 miles and 1600' ofelevation gain. Meet at 9:30 a.m. at the SantaCruz County Government Center to car-pool. Call Nick if you cant stand surprises.Leader: Nick Wyckoff, 462-3101.

Sunday, June 25WALK: LIME KILN CREEK

A long drive takes us to a short but lovelywalk among the redwoods along Lime Kilnand Hare Creeks, far below Cone Peak. Bringwater. lunch and $ to share gas cost and statepark entry fee. Meet at Black Bear DinerP+R on Rio Road in Carmel at 9:30 a.m.Well return mid to late afternoon. Leader:Mary Gale, 626-3565.

Sunday, June 25HIKE: POGONIP

Meet at 10:00 a.m. at the Santa Cruz CountyGovernment Center. Bring lunch and water.6 miles. Well see the haunted meadow,sacred oak, kilns, and other thrilling sights.Leader: Sheila Dunniway, 336-2325.

Tuesday, June 27

SENIOR HIKE:SOQUEL DEMONSTRATION FOREST

This is a relatively new hike. The forest islocated on the upper side of Nisene Marksand is reached from Summit Rd. and High-land Wy. with adequate parking on HighlandWy. The demonstration forest is timberland

ong 17 Mile Drive. Bring water, lunch, andear hiking shoes. Meet in front of the Fish-fe Restaurant on Sunset Drive and Asilo-ar Avenue in Pacific Grove at 9:30 a.m.ader: Stacy Smith, 625-5256.

ednesday, June 14ENIOR SAUNTER: ELKHORN SLOUGH

ease note this walk is ON A WEDNES-AY since the reserve is not open on Tues-ys. This coastal wetland is one of the fewmaining marshes on the migratory flywayr birds. We hope to see egrets, blue herons,wks, teals, etc. Joanna Aria will be ourcent on this pleasant 4-mile walk with someoderate uphill. Meet before 9:30 a.m. atars 41st Ave. If you wish to go direct, callader for directions. Bring lunch, water, sun-reen, hat, $5 carpool and share of entrancee. Leader: Joanna Aria, 685-1824.

turday, June 17KE: MITTELDORF PRESERVE

in me on this wonderful hike around theitteldorf Preserve, administered by the Bigr Land Trust. 9 miles and 2,000' elevationin. Expect great views from the high pointsd gorgeous redwoods in the valleys. Well hike in the 1.5 miles through the shadyrest to the Hunting Lodge and then decidewhich trail to take, depending on the tem-

rature. Bring lunch and water, wear hikingots. Meet at the San Carlos Ranch Gate, 1le off Carmel Valley Road at 8:00 a.m. Call

ader for reservation. Leader: Annelieseter, 624-1467.

turday, June 17

KE: FALL CREEK

ell hike this beautiful redwood forest alonge Fall Creek Trail, then up the South Fork,

ape Horn and Lost Empire Trails to the Bign Tree at the top. Well pass the IXL Lime

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

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and Mary Dainton, 372 7427.

Saturday, July 15HIKE: BIG BASIN

From Park Headquarters well go up Skyline-to-the-Sea trail to East Ridge trail and backwith a lunch stop at Sky Meadow. 8 milesround trip, with 600' elevation gain. Bring

lunch and water and wear hiking boots. Meetat the Santa Cruz County Government Cen-ter at 9:30 a.m., at Felton Faire at 10:00 a.m.,or at Park Headquarters at 11:00 a.m. Leader:George Jammal, 335-7748.

Sunday, July 16HIKE: CARMEL RIVER BEACH

How about a Sunday morning saunter fromCarmel River Beach to Monastery Beach,returning via the Bluff Trail? Enjoy breath-taking views of Point Lobos and listen to thesurf. 3 miles. Wear comfortable shoes anddress for the weather; windbreaker recom-mended. Bring water and a snack. Meet at10:00 a.m. at the parking lot at Carmel RiverBeach at the lagoon (south end of Carmelo).Leader: Martha Saylor, 372-9215.

Tuesday, July 18SENIOR HIKE: NISENE MARKS

Shady 3-mile hike beginning at Marcels Trail,cross the creek and view Twisted RedwoodTree and hidden garden. Some moderate upsand downs. Lunch at Georges picnic area.Meet before 9:30 a.m. at Sears 41st Ave. To godirect, park at the kiosk near entrance. Bringwater, lunch, tick repellent and $1 carpool.Leader: Joan Brohmer, 462-3803.

Saturday, July 22

HIKE: QUAIL HOLLOW RANCH ANDLOCH LOMOND RESERVOIR

A 7-mile combination hike, including a 3-1/2mile trek through Quail Hollow Ranch Parkand a 3-1/2 mile trek through Loch LomondReservoir Park. Quail Hollow, with its sandyand rocky terrain, well see Ponderosa Pine, arare relic of cooler and moister time in thecoast range; second-growth redwood forest;

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come. Once underway, there is no turningound. Call leader: Steve Legnard, 402-1422.

turday, July 8

KE: NISENE MARKS

9-1/2 mile hike up the West Ridge trail,st Hoffmans Logging Camp site, and downd out through Bridge Creek Canyon, with

rugged one-mile in and out side trip toaple Falls. 800' elevation gain. Meet at Searsst Ave. at 9:30 a.m. or at the parking lothind Aptos Station at 9:50 a.m. Bring plen-of water, lunch and $2 carpool, plus sharepark entry fee. Short car-shuttle. Leader:

d Gilbert, 685-8389.

nday, July 9

KE: CHINA CAMP TO TASSAJARA

car shuttle will be needed for this 11-mileke with 1500' elevation gain. Well start athina Camp, up and down on the Pine Ridgeail to Church Creek Divide and on to Tas-ara. We will benefit from the very hard

ork the VWA has done on this trail. Unfor-nately, the crew was not able to finish, soease wear long sleeves and long pants.eathtaking vistas. Well check out theique caves that have been created by time,nd and water erosion. One wonders whod what has occupied these places. Bring

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and mature dwarf redwoods that gr18 to 20 feet high in shallow rocky soa moderate shuttle to Loch Lomondgorgeous reservoir, well hike thmixed second-growth redwood, madoak forest and along the banks of tvoir. Bring plenty of water, lunch anpool, plus share of park entry fees.

Santa Cruz County Government C9:30 a.m. or at Felton Faire at 10Leader: Ed Gilbert, 685-8389.

Tuesday, July 25

SENIOR HIKE: DE LAVEAGA

Hike by Branciforte Creek, redwoodand oaks. Some uphill. Meet before at Sears 41st Ave. or at De Laveagarestrooms at 9:50 a.m. Bring lunch, w$2 carpool. Leader: Janet Schwind, 4

Saturday, July 29HIKE: WEST MOLERA

Join me for this 8-mile hike with 1vation gain up Hidden Trail anTrail, enjoying views of Pico BlaPost Summit. After lunch on descend via the Panorama and Bluwith views of the ocean and PoBring lunch, water, some $, and breaker. Meet at Albertsons at 8Leader: Steve Legnard, 402-1422.

Sunday, July 30

HIKE: HUCKLEBERRY HILL/PRESI

Our 2-hour slow poke hike meanderdown some steep jeep roads. If its a well have beautiful views of PacifiMonterey and Pebble Beach. ComMontereys highest nature preserve, guessed right, the huckleberries shoufor picking. So bring a baggie. Meet a

Foods at Del Monte Shopping Ceparking lot in Monterey at 10:00 a.windbreaker, water, snack and wwalking shoes. For more informaleader: Joyce Stevens, 624-3149.

plenty of water and food, $ for carpool, a fil-ter for more water will be provided. Forinformation call leader: Esperanza Hernan-dez, 678-1968.

Tuesday, July 11SENIOR HIKE: COSTANOA

This 4-mile hike on trails above Costanoa

Resort consists of the Pampas Heaven Loopwith lots of gradual uphill. Spectacular views.Meet before 9:30 a.m. at Sears 41st Ave. or at9:50 a.m. at Shens Gallery at King & Mission.To go direct, park in rear of parking lot atGeneral Store. Hiking boots recommended.Bring lunch, water and $5 carpool. GeneralStore has a deli counter for sandwiches, etc.Tick repellent recommended. Leader: PatHerzog, 458-9841.

Friday, July 14HIKE: WEST MOLERA

Well hike up Hidden Trail and Ridge Trail,enjoying views of Pico Blanco and Post Sum-mit. After lunch we descend via the PanoramaTrail and Bluff Trail with views of the oceanand Point Sur. Bring lunch, water, and awindbreaker as the ocean breeze can be coldeven at this time of year. Meet behind Brin-tons at 9.30 a.m. for this 8-mile hike with1200' elevation gain. Leaders: Cath Farrant

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turday, August 5IKE: MEDICINE BUDDHA TO SAND PT

10-mile hike from the Medicine Buddhaove Soquel following Bates Creek up to theest Ridge and Hinckley Ridge to Sand

oint Overlook in Nisene Marks State Park.ectacular views of the Monterey Bay frome West Ridge and from Sand Point. 1300'evation gain with no creek crossings. MeetSears 41st Ave. at 9:30 a.m. Bring plenty of

ater, lunch and $2 for carpool. Leader: Edilbert, 685-8389.

nday, August 6IKE: OLD COAST ROAD

his hike had to be cancelled because of theg Sur Marathon so, because of greatmand, here it is again. Its 11 miles with000' elevation gain. Well enjoy vistas ofautiful valleys, gigantic redwoods and the

acific Ocean. We start to hike at West Mol-

a, requiring a car shuttle, and end with annforgettable view of the majestic Bixbyridge. Bring lunch, plenty of water and $ forrpool. Meet at 8:00 a.m. at Albertsons. Forore information, call leader: Esperanza Her-ndez, 678-1968.

nday, August 6IKE: LITTLE SUR

g Sur has many lovely stream-side walks,d if the trail is clear, this is one of the best!ell need a flexible attitude if it is necessaryswitch to a different spot, but well be surefind a pretty place and perhaps stop for a

eat on the way home. Bring lunch andater, boots with good tread, and a cheerfulutlook. Meet at Big Bear Diner P+R parking

t on Rio Road at 9:30 a.m. Leader: Maryale, 626-3565.

uesday, August 8

ENIOR HIKE: FALL CREEK

hady 2+ mile hike in redwood forest partlyong the creek. Some moderate uphill. Trailrocky in places. Well lunch at limestonelns. After lunch, optional another mile orup from the kilns. Meet before 9:30 a.m. atars 41st Ave. or just before 10:00 a.m. at

elton Faire. To go direct, use parking lot onmpire Grade up from Hwy. 9. Boots recom-ended. Bring water, lunch, repellent and $3rpool. Leader: Beverly Meschi, 475-4185.

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Friday, August 11

BIKE RIDE: PACIFIC GROVE TO MARINA

Lets explore the new links in the MontereyBay Coastal Trail through Monterey andSand City. Meet at Lovers Point in PacificGrove at 10:00 a.m., at the start of the Rec.Trail. Our route will be almost all on pavedbike trails, with some street work in Marina

and Sand City. Relatively flat ride with a fewshort, sharp hills. Be prepared for headwindsand some congestion on the trail, especiallyaround Fishermans Wharf on the return trip.Total distance is 30 miles, at a leisurely pace.Helmets mandatory. Bring water and lunchwhich well eat at Lock Paddon Park in Mari-na. Leaders: Cath Farrant and Mary Dainton,372 7427.

Saturday, August 12

HIKE: SOQUEL DEMONSTRATION STATEFOREST

This demonstration forest, one of only two inthe state, is used by the State Division ofForestry and university forestry classes forforest practices research and forestry training.

Located high on a ridge (2600') and deep in acanyon (800') behind The Forest of NiseneMarks, this forest is bordered on the north bySoquel Creek and is directly above the SanAndreas Fault. Well hike from the junctionof Eureka Canyon Road and Highland Way

Restaurant on Sunset Drive and AAvenue in Pacific Grove at 9:30 a.mStacy Smith, 625-5256.

through the upper reaches of Nisene Marks tothe Ridge Trail. Well hike the Ridge Trail tothe Tractor Trail where well drop down intothe canyon and follow Hihns Mill Road tohikes end at Highland Way. 11 miles. Carshuttle. Meet at Sears 41st Ave. at 9:00 a.m.Bring plenty of water, lunch and $4 carpool.Leader: Ed Gilbert, 685-8389.

Saturday, August 12

WALK: POINT LOBOS

Well start this 4-mile hike near beautifulPoint Lobos, on to Ixchenta Point, then pastWhalers Cove, to the top of Whalers Knolland back via Lace Lichen trail. We might stillfind some wildflowers and spot some wildlife.Meet at Albertsons at 9:00 a.m. for a shortcarpool. Bring snack, water, and optionalbinoculars. Leader: Martha Saylor, 372-9215.

Sunday, August 13HIKE: LOWER PEBBLE BEACH

Enjoy spectacular ocean views and Del MonteForest on this 9-mile hike starting near Asilo-mar, then south along Spanish Bay to BirdRock. We then proceed east adjacent to Spy-glass Hill and Poppy Hills Golf Course downthrough S.F.B. Morse Reserve and out along17 Mile Drive. Bring water, lunch, and wearhiking shoes. Meet in front of the Fishwife

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2006 Ventana Election Rules and Timeline

The timeline and rules listed below arebased on the Sierra Clubs guidelinesfor chapter and group elections of

embers to Executive Committees.I. Chapter & Group Election TimetableJune: Rules and Timeline for Chapter and

roup Elections published in Ventana.Jun-Aug: Nominating Committees

cruit candidates for Executive Commit-

es; choose at least 2 more candidates thane number of openings on each ExCom.July 1: Petition candidates may begin to

rculate petitions, calling Election Chair foraterials.September 15: Chapter and Group Nom-

oms submit names of candidates to Chap-r and Group ExComs.October 1: All candidate petitions and

atements with photos for inclusion in elec-on mailing to members must be submitted

Election Chair; materials not received byadline may not be included in the mailing.October 15: Election Committee Chair

ovides candidate names to Chapter/Groupfices and to webmaster for member infor-ation.November 15: Election materials deliv-

ed to mail house unless to be in Ventana.November 30: Election materials mailedmembers unless included in Ventana.December 30: Deadline for postmark on

turned ballots.January 2007: Election Committee Chair

ports election results to Chapter ExCom.II. Election Rules and Procedures.Nominating Committees consist of not

wer than 3 members, appointed each year ExComs in spring, and whose termpires on Dec. 31. Their membership isblished in the August Ventana.Duties: select nominees and report namesChapter ExCom by September 15. Nom-

oms shall nominate at least 2 more candi-tes than the number of ExCom members

be elected; all must have given their con-nt to the nomination.Deliberation of the NomCom may been or closed at NomCom discretion; nommittee members may be nominated.ames of nominees shall be posted on the

Chapter website in October and published inthe next Ventana.

Petition Candidates: the name of anychapter or group member proposed in writ-ing by 25 members and who gives consentshall also be included on the ballot. The peti-tion must be postmarked or delivered to theElection Chair by October 1. July 1 is thefirst day for circulation of a nominating peti-

tion, and shall be in a form prepared by theSecretary and made available to petition can-didates at the Chapter/Group offices. Theform shall provide for names, signature, andaddresses of signers and dates of signature.The Secretary shall verify the membership ofsigners to determine if a sufficient numberappear on the petition. A candidate state-ment in the form prescribed by the ElectionChair shall accompany the petition when itis submitted to the Secretary.

Candidate Statements: the ElectionChair shall provide to all candidates a stan-dard format for statements, specifying thelength, organization, and content. All candi-dates shall submit statements which conformto these specifications; material may be edit-ed for accuracy, suitability, and length, and isconfidential until published. Statements notreceived by the October 1 deadline may notbe included in the mailing to members.

III. Balloting Committee: This commit-tee of not less then 3 members is appointedby ExCom. No candidate may serve on thiscommittee. Balloting Committee shall pre-pare for mailing by November 15 a briefdescription of the election procedure, thecandidates statements, and ballots withreturn envelopes. Separate ballots, accompa-nied by the candidates statements, shall bemailed to each member. The return envelopeshall bear a distinctive return address so as toinsure prompt receipt by the Secretary, whoshall hold the ballots unopened until theelection closes, and then give them to the

Balloting Committee for opening, valida-tion, and counting of ballots. The countingprocess shall be subject to observers, oneappointed by each candidate. Balloting Com-mittee shall notify candidates of the time andplace for opening and counting of the bal-lots. If the winning candidates margin of vic-tory is 10 votes or fewer, the ballots shall becounted again. Before counting ballots, Bal-loting Committee shall check names off amaster list of Chapter members, unless com-puter printed labels are part of the ballot.

Election Results: shall be reported to theSecretary, who shall report to the candidatesand the ExComs. Within 5 days the Ballot-

Ward Allison 1918-2

You never had it so gooddownhill all the way to tmit! These and similar e

tions will be remembered fondlyerans of early hikes and mountainled by long-time chapter leadeAllison of Pebble Beach. Wapeacefully in his sleep on a Yosemite last August.

Wards enthusiasm was con

whether bushwhacking in tPadres or climbing the vertical Yosemite Valley. He was the fouthe elusive Los Padres Hikingwhich prided itself on having no no dues, and no membership lisever, an invitation to join was annever conferred lightly!

One of the more subversive of the LPHC was to lay out a sroutes to the Window, the sharin the steep ridge separating the and Little Sur watersheds runnifrom the Ventana Double ConeName Peak (also locally knowndlbinder Peak for the late Dr. Abinder, an early member of the LChapter old-timers will rememnotorious gathering at the WinMay of 1968 to celebrate the comof 10 different and difficult crotry routes to the now-famous lanA map in the June 68 Ventanashowed the numbered routes.

The climax of the weekend gawas a surprise four-course dinner for theassembled multi-tude featuringhors doeu-v r e s ,

b a k e dh a m ,yams, pea

salad, strawberry shortcake wwhipped cream, and ice-cold beHow could this elaborate menhave been transported to such aspot? It turned out that it was dearlier to an advance party by a ter practicing a rescue opRumor has it that Maggie HCarmel masterminded the operat

In addition to strenuous featLos Padres, Ward organizedmountaineering trips to the Sierrda. One of the most memorabl

climb of the Lost Arrow in YValley with Norm McBride aShipley. Another highlight was aNepal to the area of Mt. Everest wlow climber Bruce Meyer, MMountain Travel.

Ward leaves his widow, Joele,Allan Allison, PhD, a curatorBishop Museum in Honolulu, anold friends and companions wnever forget his indomitable entand unique sense of humor.

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ing Committee shall submit a written reportof the election results to the ExCom. Theelection is not deemed complete until thereport is received. The ballots shall be heldfor one month following opening and count-ing, after which they may be destroyed bydirection of ExCom, if no objection to theelection has been made.

ExCom shall establish a formal objectionprocedure, which shall be initiated within 30days of the submission of the formal reportof Balloting Committee to ExCom. The bal-lots shall not be destroyed before the end of

that 30-day period, or before any formalobjection has been processed, including thetime during which the election is protestedto the national Sierra Club.

IV. Election campaigning:Campaigning for chapter/group office is

permitted; however, no campaign statementsother than those submitted to and approvedby the Election Chair, and no campaign ads,shall appear in the Ventana or any other Sier-ra Club publication. After publication ofcandidate names, no article by or about acandidate may appear in the Ventana unlessit pertains to the ordinary performance ofthe duties of the candidate as a member ofthe Sierra Club. Each candidate shall have anequal opportunity to respond to publishedor circulated campaign statements of othercandidates and shall be given an equal oppor-tunity to address Sierra Club meetings con-cerning their candidacy. No candidate mayspend more than $100 for campaign expens-es, regardless of source. The Chapter mem-bership mailing list shall be made available tocandidates for the purpose of sending cam-paign material. Campaign material shall beidentified by source, and copies shall be sentto the NomCom and to all candidates intime to permit timely responses. Sierra Clubentities shall not endorse candidates, but anymember may endorse and speak for a candi-date as an individual, as distinguished from achapter/group official. Editors of the Ven-tana are not permitted to endorse a candi-date. Candidates may not sign argumentsaccompanying ballot issues such as by-lawchanges. Candidates may address such issuesin their candidate statements.

V. Amendments to Election Rules:Any amendments may be considered and

made each year, by May, by ExCom. Therules, as they may have been amended, shallby published each year in the Ventana for

July/Aug.VI. Election Timetable:ExCom shall adopt this annually, in June,

setting out the dates for all procedures speci-fied in the by-laws and these rules. Thetimetable shall be published in the Ventanafor July/Aug.


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D I R E C T O R Y O F C L U B L E A D E R S

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Information: 426-HIKE (426-4453Meeting place: Sierra Club Office1001 Center St, Santa Cruz, Suite

Executive Committee:Wednesday, June 14, at 7:00 p.mWednesday, July 12, at 7:00 p.m

Conservation Committee:Call Conservation chair for meettimes and dates: 423-8567


Ventana Chapter (Monterey Co.)

Information: 624-8032

Executive Committee:Last Thursday of the month; Call formeeting place & time.

Conservation Committee:Alternate 3rd Saturdays, 2:00 p.m.Becks house: 23765 Spectacular Bid,Monterey. Take Hwy 68 to York Rd. toSpectacular Bid.July 15, at 2:00 p.m.

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