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Day use: $3 $2 $6 $4Overnight: $5 $4 $10 $5Family max: $14 $25

The Sierra Club Foster Lodge is in theLaguna Mountains 12 mi. north of I–8 onSunrise Highway, across from Mt. Laguna/ElPrado campground. The lodge consists oftwo cabins. The small one is open from 10a.m.. Sat. to 2 p.m. Sun. for Sierra Clubmembers and their guests (see fee scheduleabove). The large cabin is for use by SierraClub groups as well as guest groups with aclub sponsor. Please call the eventsscheduler for reservations if you areinterested in renting the large cabin. Thedeposit per night is $100 for Sierra Clubgroups and $200 per night for non-clubgroups. This fee covers the first 20 people inyour group. Both cabins are fully equippedand have everything except showers,bedding and food. Enjoy your weekend!

Members Guests Adults (6–12) Adults (6–12)

FEES (with membership card)

To schedule an event at Foster Lodge:Event Scheduler - Mary Eggen 760–453–1615Small Cabin-Christine Cupreys 858–565–7733Special Events - Bob Spahle 619–224–8990Lodge Chair - Patrick Jones 858–565–7733

Foster Lodge

beauty, peace and tranquillity,exciting challenges, fun, fellowshipand more. This trip definitely rateshigh and will be remembered as oneof my favorites.” Scott Bell

“The best backpack trip I havedone! I enjoyed the sledding andsnowshoeing. The campsite wassuperb. The region has the mostalpine scenery I have seen in theSierras. The temperatures wereperfect! Not as cold as I had feared.Memorial Day weekend is a perfecttime to go to the Sierras. I lovebeing able to take a bus on a longtrip and not have to drive. The groupwe had on our trip was fun andengaging.” Chris Riley

“As spring warmed up, weenjoyed this prime opportunity toplay in the snow once again. Thestark contrasts of quiet lakes, lushpines, precipitous rock buttresses,and melting snow instilled respectfulawe. The fun of shared meals,snowshoeing up to remote refugesand speedy downhill snow-slidingraces made the adventure tooenjoyable not to repeat.” BradBuffett

By the time you read this, we’llbe off on the 4th of July bus trip toYosemite. If you’re not on thosebuses, you still have one morechance to join us Labor Day. Seeyou on the trail!

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Starla Rivers’ troop at the Third Lake,North Fork, Big Pine Creek—Starla,Chris, Scott and John—during thisyear’s Memorial Day Bus Trip.

Photo by Brad Buffett

Help Neededby Cheryl Reiff

If you can do or wish to learn todo, any of the following or any partthereof please call or email Cheryl at619-299-1743 [email protected].

1. BookStore & Office Volunteers: Duties:

Answer Phones & QuestionsCashierClean & StraightenMailingsData EntryFilingOrganizingWritingProof ReadingMisc. Projects

2. Librarian: Duties:

Book LoansOrganizingCatalogingData EntryArchivingUpdating

3. Assistant to the Chair:Duties:

ErrandsMailingsResearchNote-takingTabling, Signature GatheringPRMisc. Projects

4. Handy Person: Duties:

MaintenanceRepairsImprovementsResearchShoppingHauling

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Difficulty Mileage ElevationChange

E Easy This is the number of miles, A less than 500 ft.M Moderate rounded to the nearest mile, B 500-1,000 ft.H Hard traveled on the longest day C 1,001-2,000 ft.S Strenuous of the trip. D 2,001-3,000 ft.V Very Strenuous E over 3,000 ft.

EXAMPLE: M8C is a moderately difficult day hike which requiresgoing 8 miles on the longest day, and which could climb or descendup to 2,000 ft. (C) in any one day.

Outings Chair: Jim Matlock 858–748–4634Outings Editor: Pauline Jimenez 619–660–9898(e-mail [email protected])Master Calendar/COL Data Base: Lynn Nebus619–283–8781 (e-mail [email protected])HS Outings Coordinator: Jim McCleary 858–278–8737 (e–mail [email protected])

Grading SystemThe grade is a 3-part code describing the difficulty of theouting. The first part, a capital letter, refers to the diffi-culty of the trip; the second part, a number, states thenumber of miles that will be traveled on the longest day;and the last part, another capital letter, refers to the totalelevation gain or loss for the day.

Outing Leaders Contacts

Car Pool InformationFor environmental reasons, the Sierra Club strongly

recommends car pooling. However, for insurance reasons,COLs cannot arrange car pools, although members mayvoluntarily arrange them among themselves. The COL andother trip participants may (or may not) be present at anarranged car pool location. The Sierra Club and its leaderscan assume no responsibility for the drivers or the vehicles.

Please offer to help reimburse your driver. A sug-gested guideline is based on typical total operating expenses(not just gas): one passenger - 9 cents per mile; two pas-sengers - 7 cents per mile each; three passengers - 5 centsper mile each; four passengers - 4 cents per mile each. Tolls,entrance or parking fees should also be split among thepassengers. If you switch cars, you should still pay youroriginal driver the suggested round trip cost.

El Cajon Car Pool. Take I-8 to Second Street exit. Gosouth one block to Oakdale Avenue. Park on Oakdale.We meet on the SW corner of Second and Oakdale.

Grossmont Car Pool. Drive east on I-8, exit JacksonDrive and turn left. At the next light, turn right toMurray Drive. From I-8 west, exit Jackson Drive and gostraight across the intersection. The Park & Ride is nextto the Red Lobster Restaurant (do not park in therestaurant’s half of the lot).

Mira Mesa Car Pool. From I-15, go west at Mira MesaBlvd. Take the first right into the Park & Ride lot.

Mission Valley Car Pool. Take I-8 to the Qualcomm Wayoff-ramp. Go west on Camino de la Reina. Park onCamino del Este near Camino de la Reina. Meet near theSE corner of Camino del Este and Camino de la Reina.

North County Car Pool. Take I-15 to Via Rancho Parkwayexit, go west toward orange-colored plaza. The Park &Ride is behind McDonald’s.

Rancho Bernardo Car Pool. Meet 200 yards east ofPomerado Road on Oaks North Drive. For hikes in thearea of Cuyamaca and Laguna Mountains, leave RanchoBernardo 10 minutes earlier than from Mission Valley.

JUL 5/WED/H7BIRON MOUNTAINLeader: Darlene Kruswick760-744-5370Asst: Needed

I-15 to Rancho Peñasquitos Blvd./Poway Rd. exit. Drive east 8.8 milesto Hwy 67. Turn right, park on eastside of road. Wear shoes with trac-tion, no aerobic tennis shoes! Bringjacket, flashlight, and water. We de-part at 6 p.m., unless evening raincancels.

JUL 6/THU/M4BDALEY RANCHLeader: Augusto Álvarez760-727-5443Asst: Needed

Take I-15 to El Norte Parkway exit(north Escondido). Go 3 miles east toDixon Lake sign. Turn left on LaHonda; go up hill, park in large park-ing lot outside main entrance. Wearshoes with traction, no aerobic tennisshoes! Bring jacket, flashlight, andwater. We depart at 6 p.m., unlessevening rain cancels.

JUL 6/THURS/H8CSILL HILL WATER FALLLeader: Becky Graul 619-640-6386Asst: Needed

Join ambitious hikers for a mid-week break in search of Sill Hill Wa-terfall. Call leader to reserve and re-ceive details. Limited to 15.

JUL 8-15/SAT-SAT/M7CGARNET LK MULE TRIPLeader: Carol Murdock619-463-1269Asst: Ellen Shively 619-479-4312

Mules carry camping gear/food asyou day hike along river trail fromAgnew Meadow to Garnet Lake near1000 Island Lake. Day hikes to sur-rounding lakes, fish or just enjoy scen-ery. Individual commissary. Cost$100. To reserve spot, send check de-posit of $25 (payable to leader) & SASEto: 6250 Lk Apopka Pl, S.D. 92119. Ifcancel, deposit returned when your re-placement found.

JUL 8/SAT/M6CIRON MTN: ELLIE LANE'S WAYLdr: Michael Roth [email protected]: PJ Jeffery

Early morning- Beat the Heat-Stretch your legs- Breathe some freshair. Reasonable pace. Wear sunscreen,bring water, wear sturdy shoes orboots. Three hours plus of fun & ex-ercise. Call/E-mail Ldr on JULY 5/6from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. for details andreservations.

JUL 8/SAT/H9DMT BADEN-POWELL TRAVERSELdr: Mark Brown 619-980-6830Asst: Byron Cook

Also bag Throop Peak and MtBurnham in the San Gabriels on thisexuberantly moderate, exploratory,point-to-point hike (2400' up, 3700'down) topping out at 9399' on thepeak named for the founder of the BoyScouts and the trail built by them.Call 2-7 p.m., Aug 4-5, Tue-Wed.

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VOLUNTEER HELPWANTED

FOR PACIFIC CREST TRAILmaintenance from Barrel Spring toWarner Springs School. Most any

day of the week available.Call Jim (858) 487–4963.

OFFICE CLEANUPPARTY

1st FridayEVERY month

Call Cheryl Reiffat 299–1743 and offer to help!


JUL 8/SAT/S24EDESCANSO TO CUYAMACA PEAKLeader: Rita Ospelt 760-945-4672Assistant: Steve Fausset

You consider a 6-mile hike a walkaround the block? Then this is for you.Endurance hike, on single track andfireroads, from Descanso to the top ofCuyamaca Peak through chaparral,meadows and pine forests. Fastpaced. Bring 5 quarts of water, hikingboots, lunch. Tell me about your re-cent hiking experience when signingup. For reservations, call Wednesday,July 5, only.

JUL 9/SUN/M5BSYCAMORE CANYON PRESERVELeader: K. A. Belles 619-298-5752Asst: Matthew Evans

Start Sunday with a sunshine smileat the scenery in this gem of a pre-serve nestled next to Poway. Begin at7:30 a.m. to miss the heat. Get upclose and personal with Coastal SageScrub and riparian habitat. Bring 2liters of water and hiking shoes withtraction. Limited to 15. For details,leave message between 8:00 a.m. and8 p.m.

JUL 9/SUN/H8COAKZANITA PEAK, CUYAMACASLeader: Mike [email protected]: TBA

Fast and steady-paced early morn-ing hike to the top of Oakzanita Peak,located in the East Mesa region of theCuyamacas. The Pacific may be vis-ible if skies are clear. For more infor-mation, e-mail anytime or phone onJuly 5th, 7-10 p.m. Group limit 10.

JUL 10/MON/M6BTORREY PINES STATE RESERVELdr: Becky Graul 619-640-6386Asst: Needed

Let's take an evening grand tour ofTorrey Pines State Reserve, a wilder-ness island in a sea of humanity. Wewill see pina torreyana, sage-scrub,chaparral, and maybe a school of dol-

phins. Call leader to reserve and re-ceive details. Limited to 15 people.

JUL 10/MON/H5CSAN PASQUAL SOUTH DOG HIKELdr: Karen Landes 760-967-1137Asst: Needed

I-15 to Via Rancho Pkwy. exit. Driveeast to San Pasqual Rd. Turn right.Drive to intersection with Hwy 78.Turn right. After passing Wild Ani-mal Park entrance, drive 5.4 miles toparking area on right. Wear shoes withtraction, no aerobic tennis shoes!Bring jacket, flashlight, and water.Dogs allowed, on leash, friendly, andsocially behaved. We depart at 6 p.m.

JUL 12/WED/M4BELLIE LANE LOOPLdr: Rich Willis 760-789-1470Asst: Needed

I-15 to Rancho Peñasquitos Blvd./Poway Rd. exit. Head east throughPoway on Poway Rd. to Hwy 67. Turnleft on Hwy 67 to Ellie Lane. Turn righton Ellie Lane and park in parking cor-ral on right. Wear shoes with trac-tion, no aerobic tennis shoes! Bringjacket, flashlight, and water. We de-part at 6 p.m., unless evening raincancels.

JUL 13/THU/M5CCOWLES MTN: MIKE'S FAVORITEWAYLdr: Michael Roth [email protected]: Needed

Early evening hike up/down CowlesMtn. This time, up Mike's favorite way.Bring water, wear sturdy shoes orboots. Reasonable pace. Bring flash-light just in case. Two hours plus offun and exercise. Call/E-mail Ldr onJULY 10 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. for de-tails and reservations.

JUL 15-16/SAT-SUN/M6BINDIAN HILL BACKPACK ANDMOONLIGHT HIKELdr: Jim McCleary [email protected]: Needed

Beat the summer heat by doing thehiking in the evening and at night.We'llset up camp and enjoy a no-cookdinner in the evening, then explore thearea by the light of the full moon. Evenby moonlight, we should be able tospot pictographs and rock carvings.Call Leader during evening hours forreservations and details or e-mail.Limit of 12, ABDSP use fee applies.

JUL 15/SAT/E7ALAGUNA MEADOW LOOPLeader: Marty Stevens858-673-0891Assist: Needed

This hike is tailor-made for asthmat-ics. We will adjust our pace and fre-quency of stops to suit people's com-fort. Our trail, through Big LagunaMeadow, has little elevation change.Bring water and lunch. The hikeshould take less than three hours. Forreservations, call leader 7 p.m. to 9p.m. starting Monday, July 10.

JUL 15/SAT/H11CEAST MESA CUYAMACASLeader: Mike Neubig858-523-0144 [email protected]: Kirk Belles

Fast and steady-paced early morn-ing hike up and into the infrequentlyvisited Mesa region of the Cuyamacas.Once there, we will slow considerablyand scout for wildlife. Cameras/bin-oculars welcome. For more informa-tion, e-mail anytime or phone on July11th, 7-10 p.m. Group limit 10.

Like pig waste?Scratch and sniff!

In an effort to educate the publicabout one of the most noxiousimpacts of factory farms, the SierraClub is creating a scratch and sniff card that smells like hog manure.These odiferous additions to theSierra Club’s Clean Water Campaignwill be available soon.

To obain a sample (sealed inplastic), please contact MeganFowler at (415) 977–5627,[email protected].

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specific club program or your home chapter.For confidential assistance, contact Sage Kuhn, Sierra

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Or call 415-977-5639 or [email protected].

JUL 16-21/SUN-FRI/E3BYOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK ANDOPTIONAL RIVER RAFT ON THEKINGS RIVER - FOYLeader/Coordinator: Jim Matlock -858-748-4634Asst Leader/Food & Equipment:Walter Konopka

Come and join us on this excitingFOY Summer Trip to Yosemite Na-tional Park. We have a group camp-site at Hodgdon Meadow on the westside of the Park, just north of YosemiteValley. We will be able to exploreYosemite Valley, Mariposa Grove andWawona, Tuolumne Meadows, CraneFlat, Hetch Hetchy and Glacier Point.

There is an optional one-day or two-day River Raft on the Kings River onJuly 22 and 23. Central commissaryis provided for four days, plus Sun-day evening dinner and Friday morn-ing breakfast.

Cost: One-adult family $240; two-adult family $320. If more than twochildren in a family, it's $80 more peradditional child. (Note: Priority is gen-erally given to Sierra Club members.)

To reserve: mail a check made outto FOY, the first names and ages ofparticipants under 18, a large SASEand phone number to Jim Matlock,14185 Hermosillo Way, Poway, CA92064. (Half the trip fee will be re-funded if you cancel 10 or more daysprior to the start of the trip; any leftover funds will be donated to the Si-erra Club.) Please note that there is aVehicle Fee of $20 for the week unlessyou have an annual National ParkPermit.

Trip is limited to the first twenty-five (25) adults and children (includ-ing leaders). Please contact the tripcoordinator for additional informationand the optional cost of the River Rafttrip with Spirit Kings River Whitewater.

JUL 16/SUN/M5BDALEY RANCH/ENGELMANN OAKLOOPLeader: Rachel [email protected]: Byron Cook

A moderately paced hike across therolling hills overlooking Escondido.The trail passes through EngelmannOak, providing some welcome shadeat this timeof year. Bring 2+ quarts ofwater, snack/lunch, sturdy shoes anda flexible outlook. Call leader for di-rections after July 5 (6-9 p.m.) or e-mail.

JUL 16/SUN/M6CMIDDLE PEAK LOOPLdr: Laurelle Walsh 619-297-1353Asst: Beverly Gallagher

Enjoy a moderately paced afternoonhike under a shady forest canopy.Bring your tree finder to identify someof the biggest trees in San DiegoCounty. Carpool from GrossmontPark & Ride, or meet at Middle Peakparking area. Boots, trail snacks, and2 quarts H2O required. Call leader forsignup 7–9 p.m. on July 10-12.

JUL 16/SUN/H6CCUYAMACA PEAKLeader: K. A. Belles 619-298-5752Asst: Mike Neubig

Bag the second-highest peak in SDCounty; enjoy the verdant vistas. Noropes, pitons, or bouldering necessary,just a cheerful disposition, hikingboots, and uphill hiking ability. Bring2-3 liters of water, depending onweather. Meet in a La Mesa Park &Ride at 6:45 a.m. Hike begins 8 a.m.to dodge heat. Limited to 15. Sign up- leave message between 8 a.m. and 8p.m.

JUL 22/SAT/H3CCOWLES MTN-BARKER WAY NIGHTHIKELeader: Paul Gardner 619-390-1914Asst: Needed

Aerobic paced evening hike, 950' el-evation gain to Cowles Mtn. on a mini-mally taken, prettier trail. Great viewsof the county clear to Coronado Bridge.Bring boots, food, H2O, flashlight,jacket. Simply meet 4 p.m. sharp attrailhead. Take I-8 to College Ave. exit,go north 1.3 miles, turn right on Na-vajo Rd. Go 3 miles, turn left on CowlesMtn. Blvd., left on Boulder Lake tofence. Limited to 25 fit hikers.

JUL 22/SAT/H7CCUYAMACAS - WEST MESALeader: K. A. Belles 619-298-5752Asst: Needed

Skirt and weave the forest andfringes in Cuyamaca, while anticipat-ing the arriving evening. Oaks andpines abundant. Brisk hiking beginsat 8 a.m.; bring 2-3 liters of water (de-pending on the weather) and boots.Meet in La Mesa Park & Ride at 6:45a.m., call Sundays between 7-9 p.m.for details. Limited to 15.

JUL 22-23/SAT-SUN/S11DSAN JACINTO B/P VIA FULLERRIDGELeader: Mark Brown 619-980-6830Asst: Byron Cook

Summit San Jacinto after campingin Little Round Valley which is just offthe PCT up from the mountain's NWridge. Leave Friday after work for earlystart Saturday. The exploratory back-pack portion is 2300' elevation gainSaturday, then on Sunday a 1200' dayhike and back out. Call 2-7 p.m.

JUL 22/SAT/V21ECUCAMONGA / BIGHORN /ONTARIO PEAKSLeader: Steve Fausset619-221-4686Asst: Needed

Mission Possible! This mission, IFYOU CHOOSE TO ACCEPT IT, entailsbagging three 8-9,000' peaks. Wanted:fast, fit, adventurous agents for anexploratory challenge. Beware of bearsas we transition from chaparral, alongshaded creeks, up through pines to360 degree views. Experienced agentswon't forget Forest Adventure Passes.Tom Cruise - eat your heart out! Ifyou accept, call Mon. July 17, 6-9 p.m.only.


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JUL 23/SUN/M6BAGUA DULCE LOOPLeader: Paul Gardner 619-390-1914Asst: Needed

Exploratory, fast-paced hike in theLaguna Mtns. Shady canyon trailalong a creek through south end ofLaguna Meadow. Meet 8 a.m. atDenny's off Los Coches exit off I-8 (20miles from Mission Valley) or at Mead-ows Information Station (trailhead),mile 19.1 along Sunrise Hwy 8:45-ish.Bring food, 2 quarts H2O, boots. Lim-ited to 25 fit hikers.

JUL 24/MON/H7BIRON MOUNTAIN DOG HIKELeader: Karen Landes760-967-1137Asst: Needed

I-15 to Rancho Peñasquitos Blvd./Poway Rd. exit. Drive east 8.8 milesto Hwy 67. Turn right, park on eastside of road. Wear shoes with trac-tion, no aerobic tennis shoes! Bringjacket, flashlight, and water. Dogsallowed, on leash, friendly, and so-cially behaved. We depart at 6 p.m.

JUL 26/WED/H7BIRON MOUNTAINLeader: Rich Willis 760-789-1470Asst: Needed


JUL 27/THU/H11CCUYAMACA RANCHO STATE PARKLeader: Mike Neubig858-523-0144 [email protected]: TBA

Fast-paced, late afternoon hike upand into the infrequently visited EastMesa region of the Cuyamacas; mini-mal stops. Once there, we will slowdown considerably and scout for wild-life. Cameras welcome. The hike backout, also fast-paced, will include a sidetrip up Oakzanita if conditions per-mit. Meet at East Mesa parking turn-out on Hwy 79 before 4 p.m., rain orshine. Limit 10.

JUL 28/FRI/H6ALAKE MURRAY AEROBIC HIKE ANDBOOK CLUB!Leader: Paul Gardner 619-390-1914Asst: Needed

Conditioning paced jaunt aroundthe lake with a relaxing stop on a pri-vate shore for 2 hours of reading yourfavorite book while enjoying yourlunch, sharing highlights if you wish.Bring food, H2O, running type shoes,portable chair or small blanket, sun-screen and a book. Simply meet 9 a.m.in the main parking lot. Take I-8 toLake Murray exit, north up hill toKiowa St. Left into the park. Limitedto 25 aerobic bibliophiles.

JUL 29/SAT/H10BBIG LAGUNA TRAILLeader: Paul Gardner 619-390-1914Asst: Jan Fleetwood

Exploratory fast paced hike overgently rolling hills and grassy dales,varied mountain scenery with a 900'elevation gain. Meet a 200-year-oldJeffrey Pine. Bring 2 quarts H2O,boots, lunch. Simply meet 8 a.m. atDenny's off Los Coches exit off I-8 (20miles from Mission Valley) or at PennyPines Parking area at Mile 27.3 onSunrise Hwy off I-8. Limited to 25 fithikers.

JUL 29/SAT/V20EMT. BALDY & 3 T'S LOOP HIKELeader: Steve Fausset619-221-4686Asst: Needed

Dog days of summer got you down?Get up! Fast fit adventurous grey-hounds wanted to bag Timber, Tele-graph, Thunder, & 10,064' San Anto-nio peaks. Sorry, no poodles allowed.Sweat like junkyard dogs while gain-ing 8,000' on this unleashed, explor-atory hike. Later, smile & wag yourtired tail over dog biscuits at dinner.Call leader Mon. July 24, 6-9 p.m.only. Open to Singles Section.

JUL 30/SUN/M6BLAGUNA MTNS/AGUA DULCE LOOPLeader: Rachel Burnage619-291-8022 [email protected]: P.J. Jeffery

Pleasant, moderately paced 6 milehike through oak and pine forest, de-scending into incense-cedar ravineand past Laguna Meadow. Bring lug-soled shoes, 3 qts of water, lunch andan upbeat attitude. May be hot. Callleader for directions after July 20 (6-9p.m.) or e-mail.

AUG 2/WED/H4BMOUNT WOODSON NORTH LOOPLeader: Rich Willis 760-789-1470Asst: Needed

I-15 to Rancho Peñasquitos/PowayRd. exit. Drive east 8.8 miles to Hwy.67. Turn left, drive 3 miles to parkingarea on the right side of road. Wearshoes with traction, no aerobic tennisshoes! Bring jacket, flashlight, andwater. We depart at 6:00 p.m., unlessevening rain cancels.

AUG 3/THU/M3BTORREY PINESLeader: Jaye Gleyzal 760-479-0862Asst: Needed

Take I-5 to Carmel Valley Rd. exit.Drive west to Pacific Coast Highway101; turn left. Drive to Torrey PinesState Reserve entrance, park on right,outside entrance. Wear shoes withtraction, no aerobic tennis shoes! Wedepart at 6 p.m., unless evening raincancels.

AUG 3/THU/H12CCUYAMACA RANCHO STATE PARKLeader: Mike Neubig858-523-0144 [email protected]: TBA

Fast-paced, late afternoon hike upand into the infrequently visited EastMesa region of the Cuyamacas; mini-mal stops. Once there, we will slowdown considerably and scout for wild-life. Cameras welcome. The hike backout, also fast-paced, will include aside-trip up Oakzanita if conditionspermits. Meet at East Mesa parkingturnout on Hwy 79 before 4 p.m., rain-or-shine. Limit 10.

AUG 4/FRI/M3AHOOKY DAY-LIGHTNING RIDGE &FOSTER POINTLeader: Paul Gardner 619-390-1914Asst: Needed

Take the day off. You're the Boss!Moderate pace, exploratory hike in theLaguna Mtns. viewing 17 peaks fromFoster Point plus panoramic tree-framed views of Little Laguna Lake andLaguna Meadow. Bring H2O, food,boots. Simply meet 8:30 a.m. atDenny's off Los Coches exit off I-8 (20miles from Mission Valley). Or meet8:45-ish on Sunrise Hwy at mile 25.7(near Horse Heaven Camp). Limitedto 25 hikers.

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AUG 5/SAT/H11CHARVEY MOORE /DYAR SPRINGSTRAILLeader: Paul Gardner 619-390-1914Asst: Jan Fleetwood

Beautiful, varied, scenic CuyamacaMtn. trail at a conditioning fast pace.Wear lug soled shoes, H2O, lunch.Simply meet 8 a.m. at Denny's off LosCoches exit off I-8 in East County, ormeet 8:40 a.m. at Sweetwater Bridgeparking area at mile 4.8 off Hwy 79 inCuyamaca State Park. Limited to 25fit hikers only.

AUG 6/SUN/E1AQUAIL BOTANICAL GARDENSLeader: Kris Andrysiak858-278-8737Asst: Jim McCleary

Quail Botanical Gardens is a placeof beauty in all seasons. Ancientcycads, majestic palms, flowering treesand the largest bamboo collection inthe U.S. are part of the diverse andbotanically important collections youwill discover here. Bring $5 admis-sion plus extra for optional brunchafterwards. Wear comfortable shoesand bring a quart of water. This is aleisurely paced, hour long hike. Forreservations call leader 4-9 p.m.

AUG 6/SUN/S10AGARNET PEAKLeader: K. A. Belles 619-298-5752Asst: Matthew Evans

Get up at an unruly hour for trailrunning in the Lagunas. Take a sun-rise peek at Garnet Peak, and cruisethe Pacific Trail. Running with waterrequired. Verbal resume, limit 10, callfor details - Sundays, 7-9 p.m.

AUG 9/WED/M4BDOUBLE PEAKLdr: Angie Butler 760-489-8842Asst: David Butler

Take Hwy 78 to Twin Oaks Valleyexit in San Marcos. Head south onTwin Oaks for .6 miles. Turn right onCraven Rd. for .6 miles; turn left onFoxhall. Drive .3 miles; park inLakeview Park lot. We depart at 6p.m., unless evening rain cancels.

AUG 9/WED/H7BIRON MOUNTAINLeader: Darlene Kruswick760-744-5370Asst: Needed



Fast-paced, late afternoon hike upand into the infrequently visited EastMesa region of the Cuyamacas; mini-mal stops. Once there, we will slowdown considerably and scout for wild-life. Cameras welcome. The hike backout, also fast-paced, will include a sidetrip up Oakzanita if conditions per-mit. Meet at East Mesa parking turn-out on Hwy 79 before 4 p.m., rain orshine. Limit 10.

AUG 12/SAT/H7CMIDDLE PEAK SILENT HIKELeader: K. A. Belles 619-298-5752Asst: Matthew Evans

You've hiked with your eyes, now trythe trees and critters with your ears.Discover what you may have beenmissing. Talking discouraged untilhike completed. Begin at 7:00 p.m.;bring 2-3 liters of water (depending onthe weather), flashlight, boots, jacket.Optional dinner stop on return. Lim-ited to 5 vehicles. Call for details Sun-days, 7-9 p.m.

AUG 12/SAT/V24ESAN GORGONIO PEAK LOOP HIKELeader: Steve Fausset619-221-4686Asst: Needed

Dudes! Dudettes! Killer hike! Kick-it all day while bagging this 11,499'peak & other peaklets along the way.Yo man, we'll cruise this high altitude,exploratory, loop at a killer pace pass-ing Dry Lake and Dollar Lake. Scopeout 360-degree views to San Jacinto& even the ocean. Above the clouds,dude. Swear! Dudes, munchies af-terwards! Sign up Monday, August 7,6-9 p.m. only - don't blow it.

AUG 13/SUN/E3BCABRILLO NATIONAL MONUMENTDAYHIKE - FOYLeader: Denise Falk 619-231-4975

This is a local dayhike in the mostpopular National Monuments in theUnited States. All ages welcome.Group will enjoy visitors center andtrails at the tip of Point Loma withpossible moonrise view at Shelter Is-land. Please call leader for details andsignup.

AUG 16/WED/H7BIRON MOUNTAINLeader: Sue Naugle 760-743-5981Asst: Jon Naugle

I-15 to Rancho Peñasquitos Blvd./Poway Rd. exit. Drive east 8.8 milesto Hwy 67. Turn right, park on eastside of road. Wear shoes with traction,no aerobic tennis shoes! Bring jacket,flashlight, and water. We depart at 6p.m., unless evening rain cancels.


Fast-paced, late afternoon hike upand into the infrequently visited EastMesa region of the Cuyamacas; mini-mal stops. Once there, we will slowdown considerably and scout for wild-life. Cameras welcome. The hike backout, also fast-paced, will include a sidetrip up Oakzanita if conditions per-mit. Meet at East Mesa parking turn-out on Hwy 79 before 4 p.m., rain-or-shine. Limit 10.

AUG 18-20/FRI-SUNKELLER HUT (BIG BEAR) WEEK-END - FOYLodge Host: Laura Cramer760-341-5448FEC: Needed

Come hike, fish, boat, mountainbike, horseback ride, parasail, sit outon the deck with a good book or justrelax. This Sierra Club cabin is just15 miles west of Big Bear Lake, and isnext door to a mountain bike trail cen-ter. Central commissary meals pro-vided from Friday night to Sundaymorning. Lodge fee of $5 per personper night, plus $20 for each adult, $15for each teen, and $10 for kids 10 andunder for the weekend's meals. SendSASE, names and ages of participantsunder 18, and a check (made out toSierra Club-FOY) to the leader at74313 Chicory St., Palm Desert, CA92260.


AUG 19-20/SAT-SUN/M4BSAN MATEO (SAN ONOFRE) CARCAMP - FOYLeader: Denise Falk 619-231-4975

August beach car camp near thelongest unbroken beach in California.Space is absolutely limited! Please re-serve early by calling leader. This willbe a central commissary trip. F.O.Y.provides sites, food and equipment forcooking the food. Price: $42 one-adultfamily; $48 two-adult family. SendSASE, check (made out to Sierra Club- FOY) and names/ages of children toleader at: 1827 Bancroft St., San Di-ego, CA 92102.

AUG 19/SAT/S13EFORSEE CREEK TRAILSAN BERNADINOSLeader: Byron Cook 619-804-3061Asst: Mark Brown

Take this beautiful route to the PeakDivide Trail then do some exploratorypeak bagging at the top of the So Calworld. 3700'/3700' gain/loss. Maybewe'll see the Colonel Henry Washing-ton Monument. Call 6-9 p.m., Aug 15-16, Tue-Wed.

AUG 23/WED/H4BLAKE POWAYLeader: Joseph Manríque619-316-7407Asst: Needed

I-15 to Rancho Bernardo Rd. exit.Drive east (becomes Espola Rd.) about5 miles, to Lake Poway entrance. Turnright and park on either side of road.

Wear shoes with traction, no aero-bic tennis shoes! Bring jacket, flash-light, and water. We depart at 6:00p.m., unless evening rain cancels.

AUG 23/WED/H4BMOUNT ISRAELLeader: David Butler 760-489-8842Asst: Angie Butler

Take I-15 to Valley Pkwy. exit. Drivewest 0.3 miles to 9th St.; right 0.3miles to left on Hale, 0.3 miles to Har-mony Grove Rd., right 0.3 miles to leftat intersection with Enterprise, (thuscontinuing on Harmony Grove Rd.!),0.4 miles to Kauana Loa Rd., turn left(to continue on Harmony Grove Rd.again!), 2.7 miles to parking area onleft. Wear shoes with traction, no aero-bic tennis shoes! Bring jacket, flash-light, and water. We depart at 6 p.m.,unless evening rain cancels.

AUG 25/FRI/H5BHOOKY DAY: TORREY PINESBEACH AND BOOKLeader: Paul Gardner 619-390-1914Asst: Needed

Meet at Torrey Pines Golf Club 8:30a.m. Hiking boots then sandals, tak-ing the Broken Hill trail to the beachbelow. Bring hat, towel, sunscreen, 2quarts H2O, lunch and a book! Hangout 2-3 hours doin' nuthin' but read-ing and soaking rays. Take I-5 toGenesee exit, going up N. Torrey Pinesnorth to Torrey Pines Golf Club exiton the right. Make right in the Clubgo all way to Info. booth. Limited to25 hikin' bibliophiles.

AUG 26/SAT/M4ABIG BEAR PCT EVENING HIKELeader: Tony Kurtz 760-749-7868Asst: Ken Quigley

From Van Dusen Canyon Road toHolcomb Valley Road along the coolelevations of the PCT, this beautifulevening hike near Big Bear Lake takesus along the northern rainshadow ofthe San Bernardinos (see Big Bear PCTDay Hike for further description). Thehike will start at 6 p.m. and can belinked to two other hikes (see Big BearPCT Day Hike I; Big Bear PCT Day HikeII) plus a voluntary non-Sierra Clubcar camp for those who wish to par-ticipate in all three. Call leader for res-ervation (required), directions and de-scriptive sheet. Group limited to 10.

AUG 26/SAT/M9BBIG BEAR PCT DAY HIKE ILeader: Julie Brickman760-431-9235Asst: Jill Hacker

From Hwy 18 (near dry BaldwinLake) through Doble Trail Camp toVan Dusen Canyon Road along thecool elevations of the PCT, this beau-tiful day hike near Big Bear Lake takesus along the northern rainshadow ofthe San Bernardinos through rolling-hill terrain with a range of vegetationfrom Joshua trees, mountain ma-hogany and sagebrush to pinyon andJeffrey pine, incense-cedars and ju-nipers. The hike will start at 8:30 a.m.and can be linked to two other hikes(see BIG BEAR PCT EVENING HIKE;BIG BEAR PCT DAY HIKE II) plus avoluntary non-Sierra Club car campfor those who wish to participate inall three. Call leader for reservation(required), directions and descriptivesheet. Group limited to 10.

AUG 26/SAT/H5BGARNET PEAK & OASIS SPRINGLeader: Paul Gardner 619-390-1914Asst: Jan Fleetwood

Exploratory, fast-paced hike to Gar-net Peak in the Laguna Mtns. Viewsof the pine-clad plateau and the desertbelow, plus a shady trail to an incred-ibly restful spring with the scent ofsage. Meet 8 a.m. at Denny's at LosCoches exit off I-8 (20 miles from Mis-sion Valley) or meet at 9 a.m. at mile27.8 on Sunrise Hwy in the Lagunas.Lug-soled shoes, H2O, food. Limitedto 25 fit hikers.

AUG 27/SUN/M7ABIG BEAR PCT DAY HIKE IILeader: Jill Hacker 760-438-2768Assistant: Julie Brickman

From Holcomb Valley Road to LittleBear Springs Trail Camp along the coolelevations of the PCT, this beautiful,late-summer day hike near Big BearLake takes us along the northernrainshadow of the San Bernardinos(see BIG BEAR PCT DAY HIKE I forfurther description). The hike willstart at 8:30 a.m. and can be linkedto two other hikes (BIG BEAR PCT DAYHIKE I; BIG BEAR PCT EVENINGHIKE) plus a voluntary, non-SierraClub car camp for those who wish toparticipate in all three. The hike willstart at 8:30 a.m. Call leader for res-ervation (required), directions and de-scriptive sheet. Group limited to 10.

AUG 30/WED/E5ALAKE HODGES NORTH SHORELeader: Angie Butler 760-489-8842Asst: David Butler

Take I-15 to Via Rancho Pkwy. exit.Drive west to Lake Dr., turn left, pro-ceed to parking area across from BaitShop. Wear shoes with traction, noaerobic tennis shoes! Bring jacket,flashlight, and water. We depart at 6p.m., unless evening rain cancels.

AUG 30/WED/H7BIRON MOUNTAINLeader: Rich Willis 760-789-1470Asst: Needed

Take I-15 to Rancho PeñasquitosBlvd./Poway Rd. exit. Drive east 8.8miles to Hwy 67. Turn right, park oneast side of road. Wear shoes withtraction, no aerobic tennis shoes!Bring jacket, flashlight, and water. Wedepart at 6 p.m., unless evening raincancels.


AUG 31-SEP 5/THU-TUE/V10EDEEP PENETRATION SIERRABACKPACKLeader: Mark Brown 619-980-6830Asst: Byron Cook

Five-day exploratory backpack; trailand cross-country from Pine CreekMill near Bishop to Honeymoon Lake,over Italy Pass to Lake Italy, overGabbot Pass to Lower Mills Lake toSummit Lake to Mosquito Flat; carshuttle back to Pine Creek Mill. Driveup after work Thursday. Move deeperevery day. We'll provision a trans-Sierra hiker and have a blast. Call 2-7 p.m.

SEP 3/SUN/E4AMISSION VALLEY DAYHIKE/PADRES BASEBALL GAME - FOYLeader: Bob Muldrew 858-292-8405

We will hike 2 miles to the stadiumwhere we will watch a Padres base-ball game from the outfield bleachers- $5. We will stuff our fat faces whilesitting together/rooting as our PadresWHUP (sic) the PITIFUL PittsburghPirates ("dem bums"). Finally, we willbeat the parking lot traffic jam by hik-ing back to our cars.

SEP 9-10/ SAT-SUNCHAPTER OUTING LEADERTRAINING, LEVEL IRegistrar: Karen [email protected]

We need YOU as a Chapter OutingLeader. For details, see article on page26 in this issue. Deadline to registeris 9 p.m. Tuesday, September 5; nolate signups or walk-ins will be ac-cepted. Call 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. only,please.

SEP 15-17/FRI-SUN/M4BFOCUS ON YOUTH NATUREKNOWLEDGE WORKSHOP FORKIDSLeader: Laura Cramer760-341-5448

Our annual Focus On Youth au-tumn workshop may be just the op-portunity you've been wanting for yourchildren or grandchildren ages 8 andup. It is a fun-packed weekend heldat relaxing Foster Lodge in the LagunaMountains. Activities on plant life,animals, Native American wisdom andmodern conservation are provided by

Sierra Club outings leaders and otherlocal experts who enjoy learning withchildren. This is a family outing withparents involved in all activities. Sixmeals (Friday supper - Sunday lunch)are included. Reserve soon, as spaceis limited. Call leader for details.

Cost: Adults $50; Teens 12-17, $40;and children 6-11, $35. Price reduced$5 per person for tent sleeping.

To reserve: send SASE and checkmade out to Sierra Club/F.O.Y. Pleaseinclude names and ages of those un-der 18. Mail to leader at: 74313Chicory St., Palm Desert, CA 92260.

SEP 16-24/SAT-SUN/M6BESCALANTE SIDE-CYNS CAR CAMP,UTAHLeader: Carol Murdock619-463-1279Asst: NEEDED

Car camp along historic Hole-In-The-Rock road and day hike side can-yons to see Phipps Arch, Cedar WashArch & Wagon Wheel natural bridge.Explore Red Breaks, Peek-a-Boo &Spooky Canyons with final stop atBatty Pass Caves. This is dry camp-ing so you must bring large contain-ers for water.

SEP 16-20/SAT-WED/V10DBEAR LAKES BACKPACKLeader: Jim Crouch [email protected]: Mike Fry

Exploratory. Over Piute Pass to nearMesa Lake, then N-NW cross-countryto Lake Italy. Visit remote lakes andpasses west of the Humphreys Basinand climb Seven Gables (13,080+).Experienced backpackers for class 2-3 scrambling with packs. Dramaticscenery and, possibly, weather. Limit8 people. Car pool. Car shuttle re-quired. Signup no later than Aug. 31.

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Well, I got through another March Appeal. As the only time we,as a local chapter, can directly appeal to all of us membershere in San Diego for support, it is the fund raising event

that tends to take the most out of me. I also see it as a special vehicleto communicate to the membership. This year, we were able to sendalong information about the Box Canyon Campaign and receivedmany postcards in support of preserving this wildlife corridor andunique spot in North County. And I hope everyone appreciated thespecial card that Geoffrey Smith of the bookstore had printed up andincluded. The print is a little small for these baby boomer eyes, so incase you didn’t notice, the card is good for a 10% discount at thebookstore (so come on down).

Thank you to everyone who gave and all who helped by callingmembers. If you haven’t sent in your donation yet, trust me, its nottoo late. Thanks to everyone who sold tickets and also everyone whobought them. Someone got the bike, etc., unfortunately not me. Ohwell, if I had, someone might have got suspicious. I want to thank TheSports Chalet, Gravity Skateboards, The Fish Market, the Padres,and Ann Hamilton of Total Skin Care in Mission Hills for their kinddonation of prizes. The Walk for the Environment also did well andwill be back next year even bigger and better. Hopefully, with morecoverage and promotion. Thanks to Fern Seigel and her committee fortheir hard work that makes it happen. I also want to thank all of thesections that have contributed to the Chapter.

Support your local chapterby Bob McDowel, Fundraising Committee chair

Fundraising Committee Report


SEPT 9-10/SAT-SUNCHAPTER OUTING LEADER TRAINING, LEVEL IRegistrar: Karen Smith [email protected]

The Sierra Club Statement of Purpose begins, "To ex-plore, enjoy, and protect the wild places of the Earth." Thisis what Sierra Club outings are about, and of course abouthaving fun in the process. There is a place for you as aChapter Outing Leader. We especially need people whowant to lead slow to moderate dayhikes. To become aCOL I (lead car camps and on-trail dayhikes) you must:

1. Have been on at least four Sierra Club outings2. Be a Sierra Club member and at least 18 years of age3. Take the COL I training4. Obtain a Red Cross Standard First Aid card or equiva-

lent,5. Plan, publish, and execute, within one year after the

classroom training, two Type I outings on which youare evaluated by an experienced leader.

COL I Training involves completion of BOTH of the fol-lowing sessions.

SESSION ONE: Saturday September 9, 9 a.m. to about5 p.m. in the library classroom at Southwestern College inChula Vista. Bring your lunch, something to take noteswith/on, your Sierra Club membership card, and your firstaid card if you have one.

The college is at the corner of H Street and Otay LakesRoad, about 4 miles east of I-805. Buy a $1.00 all-dayparking permit from one of the yellow machines and parkin any student lot. The library is the two-story buildingat the center of the campus. The classroom is upstairs;there is no elevator. The library may not be open yet at9:00 a.m.; if it is closed, meet your trainer outside thefront door. Please be on time.

SESSION TWO: Sunday, September 10, early morningto early afternoon. Exact place and time will be announcedat the Saturday session.

To register for this training, call Karen Smith at 619-422-3236 or e-mail [email protected]. Leave your nameand your home telephone number. Deadline to register is9 p.m. Tuesday, September 5; no late signups or walk-inswill be accepted. Call 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. only, please.

COLTRAININGSeptember 9 & 10

WILDERNESSFIRST AID SEMINAROCT 27-29/FRI-SUN (tentative)

Plan now to attend the Wilderness First Aid Semi-nar to be offered by the San Diego Chapter of the SierraClub. The seminar is tentatively scheduled for the lastweekend in October (Friday through Sunday, Oct 27-29).

Subjects covered will emphasize first aid problemslikely to be encountered in the wilderness on a week-longtrip. This includes drowning, high altitude problems,heat emergencies, hypothermia, frostbite, wounds,fractures, rattlesnake bites and major medical emergen-cies.

This comprehensive seminar is considered theequivalent for the Advanced First Aid requirement forCOLs. Participants must have knowledge of CPR andStandard First Aid. Plans include locating a urbansetting for the course this year. The next edition of the HiSierran will include more specific information and anapplication.

As an aside, I was reading a local bike newspa-per at the gym the other day and they had somereally nice things to say about our local bike sec-tion. Got to say it, we are an amazing club.

Well, much to do, so I will wrap up with a justa teaser, we got a special grant from the NationalChapter, bless ‘em, but only on the condition thatwe find ways to raise more money and make this aneven better club and a stronger force for our envi-ronment. So, the fundraising committee will becoming up with some new ideas and events fornext year. More about that next time.


Foster Lodge

NEED YOUR DONATIONS,MATERIALS, LABOR

Call Patrick Jones858–565–7733

HELP WANTED!

Supporting your local chapter


SEPT 22-24 Fri—SunCRESENTA VALLEY

20'S & 30'S and the0RANGE COUNTY SIERRA SINGLES

ANNUAL MEGACATALINA ISLAND

RESORT MINI-VACATIONSD Chapter please contact

Mary Watson, 760-632-8751

Cresenta Valley rendezvous with other Sierra Clubentities. Twenty-six miles across the sea, sleep at CampEmerald Bay on cot w/mattress in platform tents.Snorkel, swim, hike, canoe or just kick back and sun-bathe. CHECK OUR WEB SITE- www.s-4.com/hike/catalina.

We've hired a caterer to prepare all-out meals (nomeal prep, clean-up, or KP) served in the camp diningroom. Friday is game night and Saturday is a deliciousprime rib dinner, music & dancing, and of course,Marty's Pub. The scout camp is situated on the north-ern portion of the island with many beautiful beachesand views.

We board early Friday a.m. from either Marina delRey or Dana Point w/duffel bag and return fromCatalina Sunday afternoon. Trip fee includes R/TCatalina boat, camp & landing fees for two nights, use ofplatform tent w/bed and mattress (you don't need tohaul around a tent, ground cloth, foam pad, etc.) orlimited wood cabins w/electrical outlets. Sleep eight,($20 per person extra for 2 nights), hot showers, flushtoilets, campfires, leader-led hikes, plus catered mealsfrom Fri lunch to Sun (omelets) brunch.

You have 3-5 days review of our 1st SASE flyer. Ifnot satisfied, we will return your check, see flyer forfurther details re late cancellations. Send discounted$126 check (payable to Sierra Club) with Sierra Clubmembership number ($139 for non-member), add $15 ifpostmarked after 8/20, add $20 for optional cabins, twobusiness SASE, day and night phone numbers to: 20's &30's / CV 4 STAR Res/ldr: Madeline Katz, 1330 N.Gardner #202, Los Angeles 90046-4151. Phone 323-876-1594.

OCSS/Riverside/San Diego Res/ldr: Marta Nunez,760 W. Lambert Rd #2, La Habra, 90631-6790. Phone562-694-4931. Ldrs: Steve Feld & Martin Tatz, Asst:John Lajeuness, Andrea Lim, Dan Pachrolski & GaryOsborn.

AUG 31—-SEPT 4Thur—Mon

ROCK CREEKBackbacks

Labor Day Bus TripCoord: Marty Stevens

858-673-0891

We are returning to Rock Creek in the InyoNational Forest. Enjoy trailheads above 9,000 feet andfour days in this classic High Sierra country. Leavefrom Penasquitos about 6 p.m. Thursday, return lateMonday. Trip descriptions are below. Trailheads areset, but itineraries are subject to field conditions andleaders' decisions.

For more information, send one SASE to MartyStevens, P.O. Box 70077, San Diego, Ca. 92167. Toreserve a space, send trip preferences and a $20 deposit(or payment in full of $125 if member, $135 if nonmem-ber) with two SASEs. Make checks payable to SierraClub.

Trip 1: Mono Pass/S7D, Ldr: Mike Brown, Asst:Jim Crouch. Go over Mono Pass into Mono Creek,explore beautiful Pioneer Basin and maybe FourthRecess.

Trip 2: Little Lakes Valley/E5B, Ldr: SteveRotchstein, Asst: needed. This is a base camp withlayover and optional day activities. Possible Class Threeclimb of 13,716 ft Mount Abbot.

Trip 3: Tamarack Lakes/H6D, Ldr: Mike Fry,Asst: Steve Fausset. Climb to a base camp near orabove 11,000 ft. Activities include exploring, loafing,and possible peak climbing.

Trip 4: Hilton Creek Lakes/M7C, Ldr: PaulineJimenez, Asst: Sharon Rhodes. Base camp to relax, fish,and explore in the Hilton Creek drainage.


Stylish green polo and tee-shirts now available at the Sierra Club Bookstore. Tee-shirt has art-work on back, and both shirts have front left chest logo -- all original art-work by Valley Centerelementary 4th grade class. Use the mail-order coupon, or visit the Sierra Club Bookstore.

Shop Online!www.sierraclub.org/chapters/

sandiego/bookstore

Sept 23-Oct 1CANYON DE CHELLY

Bus TripTravel to another world, another time. Thousand-foot,

sheer sandstone cliffs accent cool streams, small farms,sandy washes, and living Navajo culture.

This trip, which has been offered many times for theChapter during the past 20+ years, has a traveling basecamp and truck-transported gear. Navajo guides lead uson Indian trails to ancient Anasazi, Hopi, and Navajo sites,pictographs, and other archeological treasures. Our guidesoffer a special perspective on the canyon history and con-temporary Navajo culture.

We will camp on Navajo farms on the canyon floorand sample the pleasures of a very different life style. Theday hikes will be as much as ten miles per day with op-tional hikes for varied interests and physical capabilities.Although much of the time will involve easy hiking, thetrip still requires good physical conditioning. A central com-missary will be provided and shared with our Navajo hosts.

The trip cost of $710 includes round trip airfare fromSan Diego to Albuquerque, bus transportation to the can-yon, all meals in the canyon, equipment transportation,fees for camping and Navajo guides, all tips, and hotelroom in Albuquerque on the last evening. All monies re-maining after the trip will be donated to the San DiegoSierra Club Chapter Outing Fund. The trip is open to Si-erra Club members only.

For further information and a trip application, senda legal size (4x9) SASEto Debra Copp, Canyon de Chelly,2105 Redgap Ct, Encinitas, CA 92024. Trip organizers in-clude Nelson Copp, Glenn & Jeanne Dunham, & Gary Hein.

CHANNEL ISLANDS CRUISE

Sept 22-25 • Fri-MonReservations are now being accepted for Sierra Club

California's popular fundraising trip to Channel IslandsNational Park. This, the 7th annual cruise aboard the 68foot, twin diesel Sundown, will depart Ventura Harbor at9 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 22, and will return late Mondayafternoon, Sept. 25, visiting Anacapa, Santa Cruz, SantaRosa, and San Miguel Islands.

Each island has its own special charm and charac-ter. Anacapa has steep cliffs, a picturesque lighthouseand panoramic views; Santa Cruz, mountainous peaksand a spectacular coastline; Santa Rosa, rolling grasslandsand a stand of rare Torrey pines; San Miguel, a beautifulharbor with a white sand beach from which visitors canclimb a steep trail to a grassy plateau or hike to the Cali-che Forest. All shorelines are rugged and dotted with seacaves and are inhabited by an abundance of marine mam-mals and sea birds.

On previous trips our captain, a knowledgeable crew,and an on-board naturalist-ranger have delighted passen-gers with their expertise on all forms of sea life and withnumerous, close-up whale and dolphin sightings. Otheractivities include guided island hikes, beach walks, swim-ming, snorkeling, kayaking, and a visit to the famousPainted Cave of Santa Cruz Island.

This cruise is strictly informal. Each guest is pro-vided with a bunk and shares two bathrooms and a showerwith 20 to 22 participants. Delicious, generous meals andsnacks are served in the comfortable galley-lounge.

The $550 cost includes bunk space, all meals, andguided tours. To reserve space, send a $100 check (pay-able to Sierra Club California) to leaders: Joan Jones Holtz& Don Holtz, 11826 The Wye, El Monte, CA 91732-1450.For more information, call (626) 443-0706.


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July 1 -4; Sat- TuesCelebrate Independence Day InWild, Uncrowded Nevada

Wilderness inventory and peakclimbing trip to the Bunker HillRoadless Area, Humboldt-Toiyabe Na-tional Forest. We'll visit the north endof Nevada's longest mountain range -- the Toiyabe Range -- via car camp-ing on the west side, with an optionalstrenuous dayhike to climb BunkerHill -- its imposing 11,000 foot highpoint, (leisurely alternative available)and at least a day of documentingmining impacts at the end of this largeunprotected roadless area. Centralcommissary, fee $18. Contact VickyHoover, 85 Second St, 2nd floor, SanFrancisco, 94105 (415)977-5527 [email protected] .

Jul 1-4 Sat-TuesMt Jefferson Loop, Central Nevada

Semi-exploratory backpack to coolhigh elevation of the Toquima Rangeis between the Toiyabes to the westand the Monitors to the east. Elev7500' to high plateaus of 11-12000'.Creeks, tundra cactus, alpine mead-ows with abundant wildflowers, quak-ing aspen, limber pines, and greatviews. About 14 strenuous miles in-cluding the 3 peaks of Mt. Jefferson.Visit the ghost town of Belmont. High-clearance vehicle prefered. To par-ticipate, send SASE with name, ad-dress, and phone #s to Ldr: DavidHardy, PO Box 99, Blue Diamond NV89004. (702) 875-4549.

July 14-17 Fri - SunRuby Mountains Backpack

Nevada has more mountain rangesthan any other state, and many con-sider the Ruby Mountains the crownjewel of those ranges. Glacier-carved,U-shaped valleys and numerous lakesmake them unlike other Great Basinranges. On Friday morning, from ourtrailhead in Lamoillle Canyon southof Elko in east-central Nevada, we willclimb past Lamoillle Lake and up Lib-erty Pass (10,400). Then we descend

Sept 30 - Oct 1 Sat-SunWater Or Dust? Owens River StudyCarcamp

The Owens River supplies Los An-geles with water, leaving a dusty, drylake bed. Particulate dust is swepteastward by prevailing winds. We willexplore the riparian corridor and learnwhat is supposed to be done to allevi-ate this problem. Mike Prather willshare his knowledge of the area withus on Sat. Sun may be a visit to CerroGordo, or an easy hike in the area.Birdwatching, maybe Tule elk viewing.Improved campground, possible entryfee. High clearance vehicles alwaysbetter. For more information, sendSASE to Ldrs: Cal and Letty French,14140 Chimney Rock Rd, Paso Rob-les, CA 93446-9793 (805) 239-7338<[email protected]>.

Oct 13-16 Fri-MonDiamond Desert ExploratoryCarcamp

Spend a weekend in the beautifulhigh desert of Nevada. The DiamondDesert is part of the Nevada wilder-ness proposal and we will experienceits solitude and special ecology. Weplan on finishing the ongoing inven-tory and climb one of the peaks in thisextensive mountain range. Plan onprimitive camping; travel like a turtlebringing everything with you. For res-ervations and information contact Ldr:Vicky Hoover Sierra Club, 85 SecondSt 2nd floor, San Francisco 94105-3441 <[email protected]>.

CNNRCC Desert Committee OutingsThe California–Nevada Regional Conservation Committee (CNRCC) Desert Committee's purpose is to

work for the protection, preservation, and conservation of the California/Nevada desert; support thesame objectives in all desert areas of the Southwest; monitor and work with governments and agencies topromote preservation of our arid lands; sponsor educational and work trips; encourage and supportothers to work for the same objectives; maintain, share and publish information about the desert. AllDesert Committee activities, unless stated otherwise, are suitable for anyone who enjoys the outdoors

past Liberty Lake and make base campnear Favre Lake. On Saturday thereis an optional, pack-free hike, continu-ing on the Ruby Crest Trail to climbWine's Peak (10,800) for a panoramicview. Sunday, return to trailhead andhome. With-packs portion, 4 milesone-way, steep 1,600 ft gain, 800 ftloss. Send SASE, rideshare info andtelephone numbers to Henry Egghart,7975 Rusty Road, Reno, NV, 775-852-5309, <[email protected]>

Sep 2-4 Sat-MonTwin River Loop Backpack,Toiyabe Range, Central Nevada

Let's explore this lovely, little-knownarea of Central Nevada and learnabout the riparian botany and wild-life. First, we'll ascend the S. TwinRiver trail which meanders in and outof a beautiful stream surrounded bylush vegetation. Then we'll cross theridge with views of Arc Dome (11,773')and descend the N. Twin River trailwhich winds through a dramatic,steep-walled canyon. Moderate, 14miles RT; 3,000 ft. elev. gain. SendSASE, h&w phones, rideshare info. toCo-Ldr: SHARON KIEL, 50 Suda Way,Reno, NV 89509, (775) 322-2465, or<[email protected]>. Co-Ldr:LELIA HEADING, (775) 331-5631,<[email protected]>.

Sept 30 SatMorongo Corridor Study

Hike into the Joshua Tree NationalPark - San Gorgonio Wilderness gapand its North/South canyon transitionzone with BLM & NPS staff and natu-ralists. Discuss protection options inthe Morongo ACEC, learn about birdsand wildlife that use the corridor. Meetat 8:00 a.m. at Pierson Rd and HWY62 west of Desert Hot Springs. Bringlunch water, daypack, camera, bin-oculars. For reservation, send 2SASEs to Ldr: Judy Anderson, 4134Ocean View Blvd., Montrose, CA91020 818-248-0402. Asst: RobinIves.

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Oct 28-29 Sat-SunRed Rock Canyon SP

Backcountry exploration weekend.We'll dry-camp in or adjacent to LastChance Cyn in the colorful easternpart of the park added by the 1994Calif Desert Protection Act. Moderatehikes of 4-6 mi rt each day to mines/geological/archaeological sites (lugsoles required). High clearance ve-hicles required (4x4 preferred). SendSASE or email with car pool info, H&Wphones to Ldrs: Bob & Maureen Cates,140 Healy Trail, Chatsworth 91311-7026 (818) 883-2165.

Oct 28 SatJoshua Tree National Park - SplitRock, Pinto Wye Arrasta Hike

An arrastra is a device miners con-structed to break stones into smallerones and look through the particlesfor valuable minerals. We start at splitrock, go through John's camp and endat the arrasta where, along the near-est paved road, we'll have our shuttlecars waiting. Meeting place: South-west corner at the parking lot for thePark Center which is a private busi-ness and unrelated to the JTNP. Callfor time. Ldrs: Al and Ann Murdy(619) 366-2932 or email<[email protected]>.

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Our first action to protect our wild lands since the conference. Roadless AreaHearing Rally and Press Conference on May 31 (in Rancho Bernardo). Pictured isSierra Club activist and ExCom member, Allison Rolfe. Photo by Byron Anderson.

Oct 14-15 (Or21-22)Sat-SunDeath Valley In The Fall

Our new National Park is proposinga unique settlement with the TimbishaIndian tribe which will recognize tra-ditional Indian use of part of the park.

We will learn about the areas af-fected by the settlement as well asother concerns within the NP. Enjoya weekend in this historic valley.Carcamping with a few amenitiesavailable, some moderate hiking, NPentry and camping fees. For reserva-tions & information, send 2 SASEs toLdr: Lois Snedden 6093 CarriageHouse Way, Reno, NV 89509-7323(775) 827-2353. (Leader will be awayfor several months before trip, willcheck mail periodically).

Oct 26-29 Thurs - SunPaiute Mountains & Kelso ValleyExploratory Carcamp

Meet Thurs night for a primitivecarcamp near Inyo-Kern. Explore andlearn about this West Mojave desertarea on Fri & Sat. Possible hiking bothon trail and X-country. Possible peakclimb. Visit the small wildlife refugehere to observe local wildlife usage.Learn about this treeless ecology withcreosote and blackbrush up to thedesert pines. See the 2 species of pineswith huge pinecones and pinenuts.Most of the roads are accessible byordinary car; high clearance vehicleswill enlarge the possibilities. Bring allfood, water, firewood, and campinggear. For reservation; send $20 (re-fundable at roadhead) and 2 SASEsto Ldr: David Hardy, PO Box 99 BlueDiamond, NV 89004 (702) 875-4549.

Nov 24-26 Fri-SunCarrizo Gorge/Coyote Mts/Sawtooth Mts Wilderness AreasCarcamp

Systematic field study & explorationof remote canyon & mountain areasof the southern CA desert, visiting adifferent BLM Wilderness Area eachday with LOWELL & DIANA LINDSAY,authors of "The Anza-Borrego DesertRegion: A guide to the State Park &Adjacent Areas of the W. ColoradoDesert", published by WildernessPress. Bring your land navigationskills and compass or GPS.

Moderate-strenuous, x-country hik-ing. Primitive carcamp 2 nights inCarrizo Wash with camp fire, potluck& camaraderie. 2WD high clearancevehicles OK, 4WD better. Group sizelimited. Send two4x9 SASE, h&wphones, e-mail, vehicle type, rideshareinfo to Reservationist/Co-ldr: JimKilberg, 8418 Naylor Ave, LA, CA90045, (310) 215-0092,[email protected]. Co-ldrs: GeoffreySmith, (858) 566-5676,[email protected] &Camille Armstrong (SD Chapter).


FOR SALEWEBERS MINERALS has won-derful jewelry of gold, silver, gem-stones, pearls, amber, Roman glass,etc. Tumblers, geodes, bookends,carvings, antiquities. Great gifts,unusual objects. 760–436–4350.

DOME TENT—REI Two–personbackpacking, excellent condition;$40. Sleeping bag, North Facedown mummy; $40. Call Wally619–287–1758.

SHARP NEW MINERALS ANDCRYSTALS from Russia, Australia,China, Zaire, Madagascar, Peru,India, Brazil and many other coun-tries. Beautiful, colorful, desirablespecimens. Webers Minerals, 605San Dieguito Drive, Encinitas. 760–436–4350.

BOOKS: for free catalog of usedand rare mountaineering, polar,skiing, central Asia, expeditionbooks, contact J.P. Books, Box10884, Portland, OR 97296; tel/fax:503–227–3308.

CLASSIFIEDSCLASSIFIED ADS RATES

A private party ad of 25 wordsor less cost $10 for Sierra Clubmembers and $15 for nonmem-bers. Additional words cost $.50each.

Business classifieds of 25 wordsor less cost $15 for membersand $20 for nonmembers plus$.50 for each additional word.

Send ad and payment withyour Sierra Club membershipnumber to SIERRA CLUBCLASSIFIEDS, Jackie Main,2360 Palomira Ct., ChulaVista, CA 91915.

Sept./Oct. 2000 deadline isAugust 1, 2000.

WANTED: Freethinkers with a re-spect for science and nature, societyand the environment, individualityand community, the rational and thespiritual. IS THIS YOU? If so, con-tact Andrew at [email protected] 858–457–2959. The Earth is Sa-cred; The Universe, Divine.

TRAVELNORTHERN IRELAND, SEPT. 8-24, $2,490 and COSTA RICA NOV.7-20, $2,175. Both include airfare,taxes, transfers, accommodations,transportation, breakfasts, dinnersand most entrance fees. Call Hansor Diane 858–277–2911 for brochure.cst 1014609–40.

NEW ZEALAND–AUSTRALIANIFTY OVER FIFTY TOURS.Walking, wildlife and garden forgroups and individuals. PACIFICPATHWAYS 650–595–2090.

VILLAS IN TUSCANY, ITALY forrent. Close to historical sights andFlorence. Reasonable. Car rentals,flights available. Good rates. CallKathy Lamb at 619–468–3231 orTravel Connoisseur 619–462–1000,e–mail [email protected],Website: Originaltravel.com

Sierra Club Bookstore

Discounts: 10% members; 20% COLs and Chairs

3820 Ray StreetSan Diego, CA 92104

(One block east of 30th, one block south of University,in the community of North Park)

In addition to our wide selection of books, we alsofeature: Maps on CD–Rom, Sierra Club Daypacks,

and Note Cards

M – F, 12 noon – 6 p.m. Saturday 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. (Call before coming down!) (619) 299–1797

All profits benefit the San Diego Chapter

Operated bySierra Clubvolunteers.

SOLAR: Do you need a clean, renew-able, solar radio, box oven,composting toilet, well pump, do-mestic hot water or pool heating orelectric systems??? 16 years of pro-fessional installation and design.Visit our showroom @Horizon In-dustries 2120 W. Mission Rd.,Escondido. www.horizonsolar.com800–564–0403. Mention this ad andreceive a free catalog.

RENTALSFOSTER LODGE CABIN. Enjoyglorious days, star–filled nights, andthe beauty and serenity of the La-guna Mountains, just one hour drivefrom San Diego. Rent the FOSTERLODGE for your family and friendparties, weddings or holidays for

only $200 for the first 20 people. Forinformation and reservations, callMary Eggen 760–453–1615.

SERVICESWHEN YOU NEED A REALTOR,use Marc Myers of Century 21Award. I care about your best in-terests and our environment. Serv-ing all of San Diego County. Callme toll–free 888–291–2416. Refer-ences available.

FREE SHUTTLE: seeking back-packer to go west acrossSierra[Florence Lake] to east[SouthLake]through Evolution ValleyAug. 22–Sept. 2. Trade cars before.Hot springs. Jane H 858–755–5546,W 619–221–6591

Did You Forget?Did You Forget?Did You Forget?Did You Forget?Did You Forget?

In March we sent out an appeal to each ofour members, asking for contributions directly

to your chapter.

These contributions really do make a differ-ence to us, and are an important part of our

chapter’s budget.When you make a donation to the chapter,you support the Sierra Club’s work in your

own backyard. You allow us to continue ourwork to protect wilderness and wildlife, to

improve the quality of life in our cities, and topromote the enjoyment of nature.

Please be as generous as you are able—remember, these funds directly affect your

way of life in your neighborhood.

Thank You

We’ve looked everywhere for yourresponse to our March appeal

Shop On-line!www.sierraclub.org/chapters/sandiego/BOOKSTORE


Thanks to the Walk forthe EnvironmentCommittee and theearly–riser volunteers,$2,500 was raised forthe chapter at May’swalk event. Left to rightare Fern Siegel (chair),Starla Rivers, GeoffSmith, Lee Siegel, GlennTorbett, MerleHilderand, Jonna Allen,John Wilks and DevoreSmith.

Nearly $2,500 was raised for the chapter atthe Third Anual Walk for the Environmentwhich was held in May. Many people and

businesses contributed to its success and wethank them for their generosity:

Arturo Andrade for the use of his Kernville cabin;Richard Miller for his gift certificate at Lost Your

Marbles Too gift store (just across the streetfrom the chaper office),

Lee Siegel for his complimentary entry fee to theNature Kowledge Workshop,

Sea Lodge on La Jolla Shores for its gift certificatefor dinner,

Southwest Kayak for its gift certificate for lessons,Sport Chalet for its gift certificate,Eric Bowlby for obtaining Juice Evolution,Jeff Grad for his Juice Evolution refreshments,Sunshine Organic for its help with pickup and

delivery of Juice Evolution,Von’s Grocery for its refreshments,CAL TRANS for the use of its cones,Don Cohen for his help with the cones,Scott Martin for representing Green Mountian

Energy,Alfonso Vilches for representing Altair Energy,Devore Smith for setting up the PA system,John Hartley for being our Master of Ceremonies,Assemblyman Howard Wayne for his participa-

tion.

And special thanks to our top money rais-ers—Glenn Torbett, Larry Klaasen, AndrewMillard, Fern Siegel, Bonnie Gendron, WinnieYoung and Pat Klaasen.

Walk for the Environment a success

The mountain bike winner from the San Diego chapter’s Earth Day rafflewas Dr. Larry Herring shown here with his wife, Elissa, and son, Seth, infront of our chapter bookstore.

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