2006, V45 - 2 ~ The Ventana Magazine - Ventana Chapter, Sierra Club

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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 2, 2006

Explore, enjoy and protect the planet

Bike Week: May 13-21 p. 6

www.ventana.sierrac

APRIL, MAY, JUNEOUTINGS

Who says you cant go grocery shopping on a bike?Corinne Hyland brings home the groceries despitebeing 8 1/2 months pregnant. As a health educatorfor the County of Santa Cruz, Corinne practices whatshe preaches. About three weeks after these photos

were taken, Corinne gave birth to a 7 pound 15ounce baby girl, Evan Marie.


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Production:Debbie Bulger, Vivian Larkins,Dale Nutley

Writers:Julie Engell, Debbie Bulger,Bill Magavern

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The Sierra Club/Ventana Chapter Volume 45 Number 2, 2006

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

Monterey County voters mayface land use issues

Two critical land use measures maybe on the June 6 ballot inMonterey County. We urge all

Ventana Chapter Sierra Club membersto vote NO on Measure C, the secondreferendum to stop Rancho San Juan and

to vote YES on the Community GeneralPlan Initiative. As we go to press, it isnot yet certain if these issues will be onthe ballot.

No on Rancho San JuanRancho San Juan, proposed for 2,500

acres between Salinas and Prunedale, wasfirst approved by the Monterey CountyBoard of Supervisors in December 2004.Because both traffic and water problemswere not addressed, four lawsuits werefiled against the county.

In November 2005 nearly 76% ofMonterey County voters rejectedRancho San Juan. However, one day

before voters went to the polls, theSupervisors approved a so-called down-sized version of Rancho San Juan,Butterfly Village. Within a month ofhijacking the election, Supervisors beganre-expanding Rancho San Juan.

Opponents of the project then quali-fied a second referendum, Measure C,for the June 2006 ballot. VentanaChapter of Sierra Club urges you to voteNO on C.

The downsized project contains1,147 houses, and a golf course/resort. Itwill generate 13,000 additional car tripson already gridlocked roads and willincrease water consumption in an area of

severe water overdraft.To learn more about Rancho San Juan

call Julie Engell, 633-8709 or visitwww.stopranchosanjuan.org.

The City of Santa Cruz has releasedfor public comment a Master Planand Draft EIR for the eastside

Greenbelt property known as AranaGulch. When I first moved to SantaCruz in 1988, the property was full ofcows. At the time I was unaware ofanother resident of that coastal prairieremnant: the Santa Cruz Tarplant(Arana Gulch variety). The tarplantsflower is not showy. You might walkright by it without taking notice. But ithas one very important distinction. Itgrows nowhere else in the world. It is

officially listed as threatened by theFederal Government and as endan-gered by the State of California.

When I walk on the other Greenbeltproperties owned by the City, I expectto have an experience in which Nature isparamount. I do not expect or wantpaved paths through the Pogonip. Irecoil in horror at the thought of pavinga path through the glorious goldfieldsthat blanket parts of the Moore CreekUplands. Why, then, would the Cityconsider installing a series of paved pathson the smallest of its Greenbelt lands?

The lure of a bicycle connectionthrough Arana Gulch has many peoplediscounting the environmental damagethat paving such a connection would cre-ate. As a frequent bicyclist, I understandthat lure. Bicycling is a non-pollutingform of transportation that the SierraClub encourages. We need more bike-ways and bike lanes in this community.

I am a member of People Power, thebicycle advocacy group; I am also amember of the California Native PlantSociety. I cherish biodiversity, not onlyfor itself, but for its importance tohumans. The Draft EIR states that

paving a bikeway through the Gwould cause significant and nonble damage to the tarplant.

Bicyclists dealing with traSoquel Avenue might wish that bikeway could be built throughGulch without damage to the ement, but they are wishing, not at the facts. The botanists say tenvironmental damage would becant.

I will be embarrassed if odecides to ignore the science. I horrified if this city of mine,

which has solar panels on its capplies for a permit to take endangered species. I will be modisappointed in our City Councbers.

But there is another choice. way on the railroad right-of-wayprovide a traffic-free east-west bikwithout harming endangered That is why I and the Sierra Clubheartedly support purchase anstruction of the rail trail: A bikewwould go for miles in a car-free ement, not just the quarter mile cArana Gulch.

I hope you will contact thCruz City Council and urge themon the science not on wishful thLet them know that we may havand, most certainly, a moral imnot only to preserve the tarplaalso to restore it by implemesound tarplant management plan

We need more bikeways inCruz, but we should not eendangered species in order to ge

Debbie Bulger

Why I support habitat preservation and restoration in th

Arana Gulch Greenbelt

Yes on Community General Plan

InitiativeThe Community General Plan Initia-

tive amends the Countys 1982 GeneralPlan in four common-sense ways.

1. The initiative focuses develop-ment and community investment in fiveexisting communities: Fort Ord, Pajaro,Castroville, Boronda, and Chualar. Eachof these communities has existing infra-structure which can be augmented, hasexisting redevelopment plans, and hasexpressed desire for some growth.

2. The initiative requires adequateroads and a permanent water supplybefore or concurrent with new develop-ment.

3. The initiative increasamount of below-market-rate required in all new subdivision20% to 30%.

4. The initiative requires a the people in order to change theland use policies.

The Community General Plative is endorsed by Sierra ClLeague of Women Voters of theValley and of the Monterey Pethe Salinas Valley LULAC #29many others. To learn more visimontereyplan.org or call 647-105

Julie Engell

This column was written by Jula member of the Chapter Ex-Com.


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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 edited

for length.ctually arborealI am writing to you about the salamander

ctured in the last issue of The Ventana.he species is actually an arboreal salaman-r a common amphibian on the west sideSanta Cruz. Winter is a good time to findem in your yard under wet boards, pottedants and yard clippings. I found one justst week under a kayak that was on theound in my backyard. In spite of theirme, they seem to spend a lot of time down

n earth (or maybe I dont spend enoughme climbing big, old oak trees).

In my experience, the ensatina appears tomuch less common on the Westside. With

eir bright orange belly and dark red back,ey more closely resemble the Californiawt. I can usually find them in spring andmmer under the duff and downed logs ine sycamore groves along the San Lorenzover. They are easiest to find in areas withg trees and sandy soil. (After I look atem, I always return the log back to its orig-al location.) I have watched for many yearsd have not seen the lovely mating dancescribed by Stebbins. I once heard from audent of Professor Stebbins that hebserved the dance only once with a captiveir of ensatina. I keep hoping to see it some-y live here in Santa Cruz County. In theeantime, I will keep turning over logs andcks during wet periods.

Greg MeyerSanta Cruz

ditors Note:See p. 9 for comparison photos of the arbore-salamander and the ensatina.-

Researchers in North Carolina

released results in February of thenations largest study ever on theeffects of mercury on the U.S. popula-tion. It analyzed hair samples from morethan 6600 women from all 50 states andfound that 1 in 5 women of childbearingage exceeded the EPAs recommendedlimit of 1 microgram of mercury/gramof hair.

The hair samples came from publicmercury-testing events sponsored by theSierra Club and Greenpeace and individ-uals who ordered testing kits online andmailed a couple of inches of hair to thelab. The samples were analyzed by Dr.Steve Patch and fellow researchers at the

Environmental Quality Institute at theUniversity of North Carolina,Asheville. Researchers found a directrelationship between mercury levels andfish consumption.

Coal burning is the main way mercu-ry gets into humans. Rainfall brings the

mercury into waterways where it accu-

mulates in fish and makes its way up thefood chain. Mercury contamination isespecially dangerous for women of child-bearing years because mercury exposurein the womb can cause neurologicaldamage and other health problems inchildren.

Find out more about what fish aremost contaminated with mercury. Visitsierraclub.org/mercury.

Largest-ever mercury study finds 1 in 5

women with dangerous levels

For over 30 years the EndSpecies Act has worked guard Americas fish and

by preventing the extinction dreds of animals across the cThanks to the Endangered Specthe wolf has returned to Yellowild salmon still spawn in the rthe Pacific Northwest, and the ba

once again soars from coast to coRepresentative Richard Pom

Tracy) is working to degraEndangered Species Act, sell off of acres of national forest and park properties, open the CaCoast to offshore drilling, and the Arctic National Wildlife Rebill that would gut the endspecies act has passed the housebefore the Senate. Sierra Club is wto ensure that the Endangered Act remains strong so that futurations of Americans are able tfish and wildlife just as we have.

How to helpLet Senators Boxer and Fknow that you support a Endangered Species Act with fulparticipation.

Volunteer to table in Morganeducate Pombos constituents abpositions. Call Deirdre at 423-68

For more information see:www.sierraclub.org/esa.

Endangered species actheats up in the Senate

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Sierra Club activists from aroundCalifornia joined Ventana Chaptermembers at the 13-hour long

oastal Commission meeting on March in Monterey. Nearly 300 people (150them Sierra Club members) crowded

to the conference room where theeeting was held and listened to over0 speakers. Members of many othervironmental groups also were present.The day before, the Commissioners

ad toured the Pebble Beach property toe for themselves just what the develop-ent plans would entail. Club activistsere on hand to point out the destruc-on of habitat and threats to 19 species

special concern including thealifornia red-legged frog, the beautifulonterey ceanothus and the rare, deli-te Yadons piperia.At the Commission meeting the nexty, the Sierra Clubs attorney, Tom

ppe deftly dueled with Tonyombardo, representing the Pebbleeach Company. Incredibly, Lombardoscribed the development plan whichcludes cutting down 17,000 trees as arotection plan for the forest.Lippe, an expert on coastal law, criti-

zed Monterey County for not comply-g with the Coastal Act and affirmed

that the properties earmarked for devel-opment are Environmentally-SensitiveHabitat Area (ESHA) and as such, sub-ject to protection. Its rare to see a proj-ect in which there is such a wide gapbetween the proposal and what the law

requires, he responded to Lombardosassertion of protection.

Fight to save Monterey pine forest continues

Coastal Commission likely to rule on Pebble Beach development in June

Many speakers from both sidesaddressed the Commission on variousaspects of the plan. Proponents for theproject said that Measure A wasendorsed by the voters. Opponentspointed out that Measure A was never

attached to a specific plan. Many testifiedthey felt duped when they learned thatMeasure A and the plan would in factcut down over 17,000 trees and destroyone fifth of the remaining nativeMonterey Pine Forest in the world.

Four is enoughIn 1985, when the Coastal

Commission approved the Spanish Baygolf course and resort at Pebble Beach ona 6-5 vote, the Pebble Beach Companyassured the Commission that four golfcourses would be all that the Companywould ever need or ask for.

In 1990, the Pebble Beach Cothen owned by Sumitomo BJapan, abandoned those assurancposing a fifth golf course. Sincturned-real-estate-developer Eastwood and a consortium of gbusiness notables purchased theBeach Company in the late 1990have continued to lobby furiouapproval of this fifth golf course

The 1985 approval of the Spanproject had numerous bindingtions including conservation eaon the Sawmill Gulch site. The plan calls for removal of those cotion easements to build a high iequestrian recreation site thatseverely impact the adjacentHuckleberry Hill Preserve. Thalso to be restoration of sand duforested areas and the existin

Road was to be closed. These pwere never kept.The Coastal Act, of course, p

the wholesale destruction of ementally-sensitive coastal habiresources for golf. The Coasrequires balance, and implicitlynizes that humans cannot live alone. Native Monterey pine forthe other hand, are a rare and incly threatened ecosystem.

How to helpIf you have not already d

please write the California Commission and ask that they the genetically-diverse native Mpine forest ecosystem for futuretions. Golf can be played anonce the native Monterey pineand the plants and animals theyare gone, they are gone foreveyour letters to California Commission, 725 Front Stree300, Santa Cruz, CA 95060-4508

Consider attending the Commission meeting in June iRosa where the final decision issue will likely be made. Foinformation contact Coastal DAnne Albers, 375-1389.

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Free initial consultationDiscount offered to Sierra Club members.

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Cover: The blue-flowering Ceanorigidus is one of the plants of speciaconcern on the Pebble Beach prope

Sierra Club members protest the Pebble Beach Companys plan to cut down a total of17,000 trees for the 21st golf course in Monterey County.


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With political corruption scandalsbursting out everywhere,Californians now have a real

pportunity to turn the tables on pol-ters and developers by weakening the

ominance of big money campaign con-ibutors. AB 583, the California Cleanoney and Fair Elections Act, is the

st hope in years for a fundamentalange that would finally give the envi-nment a more level playing field incramento. To the surprise of many,ssembly Member Loni Hancocks billas already passed the State Assembly;ow it needs the approval of the Senated Governor before it can be put on thellot for a vote of the people.You know the problem: Environmen-

lists are frequently up against develop-s and corporations that contribute mil-

ons of dollars to political campaigns.nvironmentally-friendly candidatesten cant get elected because they dont

ave enough money to compete against

rporate-backed candidates.In Sacramento, good environmental

lls are often killed by legislators or avernor that have received large cam-ign contributions from the pollutersdevelopers were fighting.Clean Money public funding of elec-

on campaigns would drain the swampcorruption by providing competitive

mounts of public campaign funds tondidates who voluntarily limit theirmpaign spending and show a broadse of support. In cases where non-par-

cipating candidates or attack ads byutside groups exceed Clean Moneypenditure limits, additional publicnds are provided to Clean Money can-dates so that they always have a levelaying field.Arizona and Maine (where Cleanoney systems have been operating for

x years) have proven it works. Votersoices increased as more qualified can-dates, especially women and minori-es, could run for office. Clean Moneyndidates now hold nearly 80% of thegislature in Maine and 10 out of 11atewide offices in Arizona, includinge governors office. Voter turnout andrticipation has increased significantly

as confidence in government has risen.Not surprisingly, legislators elected

with Clean Money in Arizona andMaine have much better environmentalvoting records than those elected withprivate money. Legislators in Mainewho used Clean Money scored nearlytwice as high with the League of Con-

servation Voters as those who did not.We need the same reform inCalifornia. If passed, AB 583 would puta similar full Clean Money system on theballot, giving voters a historic chance tochange the system. The bill is now in theState Senate, where big money oppo-nents will desperately try to stop areform they know will make politiciansaccountable to the voters instead of tothem. We cant let them stop it.Californians need to demand this sweep-ing reform which will finally let the vot-ers take control of politics.

If we want clean air and clean water,we have to have Clean Money. Thats

why Sierra Club California stronglyendorses AB 583, and urges you to helpus pass it.

Take actionTake action by writing and calling

Senate President Pro Tem Don Perata tourge him to support AB 583. John Lairdis a co-author of this bill. Go towww.CAclean.org to use its easy onlineletter-writing and faxing tool, sign thepetition, and get calling information.

Bill Magavern is the senior representa-tive for Sierra Club California.

Trent Lange is the Vice President of the

California Clean Money Campaign and alongtime Sierra Club member.

lean Money for a Clean EnvironmentBill Magavern and Trent Lange

On March 19 the Ventana Chapterawarded a $1000 college scholar-ship to Michelle Bush of Soledad

for her entry in the Monterey CountyScience and Engineering Fair. Theaward, presented by Chapter Chair RitaDalessio, is designed to encourage stu-dents to submit science fair entries

which examine environmental issues.The Chapters criteria for evaluating awinner is the impact of a project onimproving the environment.

Three Chapter Executive CommitteeMembers were volunteer judges for theevent. Besides Dalessio, they were Dr.David Epel, recent recipient of the pres-tigious Ed Ricketts award for lifetimeachievement in Marine Biology andKimberly Marion, a graduate student inInternational Environmental Policy atthe Monterey Institute of InternationalStudies.

These science projects are outstand-ing, Epel said. I am pleased to see the

innovation and ideas that students aregenerating that may one day help to pro-tect our natural resources.

Ms. Bushs excellent exhibit describedher study of the silverleaf whiteflywhich is well known for its resistance topesticides. Ms. Bushs field of interestcould have lasting importance in the area

Sierra Club Awards $1000 Scholarshipat Monterey Science Fair

of pesticide-free farming.The scholarship will godirectly to pay tuition ather college of choice.

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anta Cruz

aturday, May 13

Bike TourJoin local historian Ross Gibson on thiseasy-paced ride. 10:00 a.m. Meet atSpokesman Bicycles, 231 Cathcart. Bring

water. Helmet required. Light snack pro-vided.

hursday, May 18

Bike to Work/SchoolFREE breakfast for those who ride bikes.Various locations throughout county.

riday, May 19

Movie: Beijing BicycleChinese film with subtitles. 8:00 p.m.parking lot next to Central Library onChurch Street. Hosted by Santa CruzGuerilla Drive-in.

unday, May 21

Rail and Trail DayRide the train from Santa Cruz DepotPark to Roaring Camp in Felton. Bringyour bike for a group ride back to SantaCruz along scenic Highway 9.

Monterey

Saturday, May 13

Healthy Living FestivalInformation on healthy living activities.Live music. free bike rentals. Window onthe Bay Park, Monterey. 12:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Thursday, May 18

Bike to

Work/SchoolFREE breakfast for thosewho ride bikes. Variouslocations throughout thecounty.

Saturday-Sunday, May 20-21

BMX National Olympic

QualifierManzanita County Park.www.manzanitaparkbmx.com.

Sunday, May 21

Bike for the Kids rideSponsored by CASA of MontereyCounty. For more information contactSiobhan Greene, 455-6800, www.casamonterey.org.

For complete event information visit www.bike2work.com

Celebrate the clean air way to commuteor run errands.

Bike Week 2006 May 13-21

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American Dream Realty

[email protected]

$500 Donation to the Sierra Club upon close of escrow

Vicki Winters and MiraBaker head home after adowntown Santa Cruz. by Richard Stover

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147 S. River St., Ste. Santa Cruz, CA 950Phone (831) 429-4

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C A L E N D A R

Sierra Club Events

aturdays (see dates below)

Habitat restoration

California Native Plant SocietyVolunteer to restore native habitat inState Parks in Santa Cruz Co. Wear lay-ered work clothing. Bring water &gloves. Tools provided. 10:00 a.m. to 1:00p.m. We work rain or shine, but if thingsget particularly unpleasant, we call it aday. Contact Linda Brodman, 462-4041,[email protected]. website:www.cruzcnps.org.

April 8, Sunset Beach State Park

April 29, Natural Bridges State Park

May 13, Soquel Creek , Capitola

cond and Fourth Saturdays

Habitat restoration

WatsonvilleSecond and fourth Saturdays each month.Sponsored by Watsonville WetlandsWatch. 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Meet inOrchard Supply parking lot at GreenValley Road and Main Street inWatsonville. Gloves, tools and lunch pro-vided. Call Laura Kummerer, 728-4106for more information. No experiencenecessary.

aturday, April 15

Thats My Park DayCelebrate and support our State Parks.Sponsored by Friends of Santa Cruz StateParks in partnership with California StateParks. To learn more visitwww.scparkfriends.org.

aturday, April 22

Bird-A-ThonHave fun birding and help raise moneyfor outdoor education scholarships.For more information contactDavid Hille, 335-3205,[email protected].

Tuesday, April 25Astronomy WorkshopJoin Joe Jordan for an evening of stargaz-ing. Start with a talk about constellations,observational astronomy, and equipment.Continue with a hike to view planets,galaxies, and nebulae. Bring binoculars ifyou have them. Wear warm clothing. Tosign up call 459-2807 or viawww.ucscrecreation.com. $20 GeneralAdmission. Sponsored by UC Santa CruzRecreation.

Free Wormshops (dates following)

Learn how worms can eat your foodscraps and make beautiful compost foryour garden. FREE workshop for SantaCruz County residents. 1:00-3:00 p.m.Optional worm bin, $15. Call to reserveworm bin. Sponsored by Santa CruzCounty Board of Supervisors. Call KarinGrobe, 427-3452.

Saturday, April 15, Wilder Ranch

Saturday, May 20, Grey Bears RecyclingFacility, 2710 Chanticleer, Santa Cruz

Saturday, June 17, Aladdin Nursery, 2907Freedom Boulevard, Watsonville

Sunday, July 23, Quail Hollow CountyPark, 800 Quail Hollow Road, Felton

Saturdays

Garland Ranch hikesThe Monterey Peninsula Regional ParkDistrict docents lead hikes at GarlandRanch Park every Saturday and inviteSierra Club members to join them. Anupdated list of all hikes may be found on

their website:www.mprpd.org.

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

Friday, April 14

Potluck & Slides: Yunnan, ChinaOne of the Last Great Places on Earth:A Recent Tour of the Yunnan Provinceof China presented by Albie Miles ofUCSC. In an area roughly twice the sizeof California, the Yunnan Province con-tains over 16,000 native species of plants,278 species of mammals, 793 species ofbirds each with high rates of endemism.The slide show is a result of a five-weektour in the summer of 2005 by EdGrumbine of Prescott College and Albie

Miles of UCSC. 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.

Thursday, May 4-7

Channel Islands CruiseVisit the Channel Islands National Parkwith Sierra Club members accompanied

by a ranger/naturalist. Proceeds ffour-island tour will benefit Sierrpolitical programs in California. Odates offered in summer. Costs in

sumptuous meals, snacks, and bunthe boat. For more information c

Joan Jones Holtz, [email protected].

Friday, May 12

Potluck & Slides: Peru &

EcuadorThis slide show by Cecelia includtos from Machu Pichu, Cuzco anGalapagos. The potluck begins atp.m. Bring food to share and youplate, cup, utensils, and serving utWe love home-cooked food, but sbought items (minimum value $4

great contributions too. For direccall George, 335-7748.

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Sign up for this fast-paced, haclass on wilderness firsWhether spending time

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The City of Santa Cruz has releasedits Draft Master Plan and theDraft Environmental Impact

eport for the 68-acre Greenbelt proper-called Arana Gulch. The City plans to

nalize the Master Plan concurrentlyith the final EIR for the proposed proj-t that would bring bridges, ramps,ved trails and retaining walls to theeeks, riparian woodlands and meadowsthis Greenbelt.Arana Gulch Greenbelt is a biologi-lly unique and fragile environment. Itthe only place on earth where a dis-

nct subspecies of the Santa Cruz tar-ant grows. This rare plant is listed as

hreatened by the Federal Gov-nment and as endangered by theate of California.The Arana Gulch Greenbelt provides

replaceable habitat for this and manyher species, including Steelhead trout,eat blue heron, Francisco dusky-footedoodrat, purple needlegrass, Californiaatgrass, California poppy, yarrow,wls clover, Indian soap root, yellowariposa lily, golden brodiaea,alifornia voles, Bottas pocket gopher,x, skunk, long-tailed weasel, snakes,d-tailed hawks, red-shouldered hawks,horiss popcorn flower, San Franciscoopcorn flower, Gairdners yampah, and

ore, too numerous to list in this article.Until the late 1980s, the presence ofttle on the property assisted the rarerplant by removing the annual, non-ative grasses and restoring the strong

nlight that it requires. Since the cattleere removed, the number of tarplants

as declined, as the City has failed tomplement effective restoration and

anagement strategies for this endan-red species. Simple, inexpensive meth-

ds of controlling annual grasses such asowing and raking or the seasonal use

sheep could accomplish the task.unds for such management have beenailable from the California Depart-ent of Fish and Game.The proposed project seeks to use fed-

al highway monies to expand and con-ruct a network of paved paths, bridges,

As required by California law(CEQA), Alternatives to the Project arepresented in the Draft EIR. These areoutlined on page 9. Ironically, onlyAlternative 2, which would destroy crit-ical tarplant habitat (including seedbed)in a significant and unmitigable way,promises to attract sufficient funding toenable the City to manage the tarplant.The promise that the federal moniesreceived for the paved bicycle connec-tion would provide sufficient funds todevelop and implement a TarplantManagement Plan is vague and unen-forceable.

None of the proposed alternativesincludes a commitment and specific planto restore and properly manage theendangered tarplant which the city hasknown about since before it purchasedthe property.

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The facts remain clear: The City has proposed development on Environmentally SensitiveHabitat Area in the Coastal Zone on Greenbelt property the public expects to be restoredand maintained to enhance its natural resources.

The facts remain clear: The Cproposed development on Ementally Sensitive Habitat AreaCoastal Zone on Greenbelt proppublic expects to be restored antained to enhance its natural reInstead, the city is proposingdestruction that would be sigunmitigable and irreversible.

Many Sierra Club members acle riders. The Club supports tration which reduces emissions anmizes fuel consumption and impthe land. Bicycling is one of tways to travel. The Club suppolanes on Soquel Avenue and on

corridor (one-quarter mile southproject). Both of these routes aronmentally superior to destroyitat on the Arana Gulch Greenbe

This issue will likely come Planning Commission and the PaRecreation Commission in earmer. Watch for the dates in The and other local media. For mormation check the Sierra Club www/ventana.sierraclub.org, oPatricia Matejcek, patachek@jun

The Arana Gulch Draft Masteonline at www.ci.santa-cr/pr/parksrec/pdfs/06aranaupdthe DEIR is online at www.

cruz.ca.us/pr/parksrec/parksdrafteir.html. Both documents available at the Santa Cruz Library, 224 Church Street, andSanta Cruz Parks and RecDepartment, 323 Church Street.

ramps and retaining walls throughout theGreenbelt to provide a bicycle connec-tion to be shared with wheelchairs,skateboarders, and pedestrians. Thepaved, highly-engineered paths are verydifferent from the dirt paths and trailscarefully developed to protect sensitivespecies on other city greenbelt properties.

The environmental damage of thisdevelopment would be significant andcould not be mitigated according to thedraft EIR. It is this biotic destructionwhich has engendered opposition fromthe California Native Plant Society.Proposed paved trails would traverseexisting tarplant habitat, and the citywould have to apply for a permit totake (kill) these endangered plants ifthey proceed with the project.

In addition, the retaining walls andramp required to link the bikeway toBrommer Street would be built in the

floodplain north of the Harbors drystorage yard in an area the CoastalCommission has required the HarborDistrict to vacate, protect, and revege-tate. The Coastal Commission hasrepeatedly communicated to the Citythat the resources in this area are pro-tected by the Coastal Act. TheCommission has also previouslyinformed the City of its concern that thebikeway project would not avoid iden-tified biological impacts as required bythe Local Coastal Programs and theCoastal Act.

he environmental damageould be significant andould not be mitigatedccording to the draft EIR.


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We might get an A in editing but our biology skills could stand improvement. Luckily we have readers who sstraight. The ensatina pictured in our last issue is actually an arboreal salamander. Greg Meyer of Santa Cruzonly corrected our mislabeled photo, he also sent in a picture he took of a real ensatina. Both are pictured belo

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The four alternativesAlternative 1: No Project AlternativeAlternative 1 would keep the site in its

xisting condition. No Master Plan and noanta Cruz Tarplant Adaptive

Management Program would be adopted.Management actions would be limited andheArana Gulch Interim Management Plan

would remain in effect. No new trailswould be developed on the site. This alter-

ative would eliminate most of the project

mpacts but would not contribute to thechievement of any of the project objec-ves.

Alternative 2: Reduced Creek Viewrail Alternative

Alternative 2 would include the sameaved trail system as the proposed projectut would not include any trail segments

within Port District property. Trail accesso Arana Gulch would continue to be pro-ided by the existing trail segment alonghe western edge of the dry storage area athe Upper Harbor. This alternative wouldnclude the long-term Santa Cruz Tarplant

Adaptive Management Program.Alternative 3: Unpaved Trail System

with Hagemann Gulch BridgeAlternative

Alternative 3 would have the same trailetwork as the proposed project excepthat no trails would be paved and no trails

would comply with Americans withDisabilities Act (ADA) requirements. Dueo unpaved surfaces and gradients, trails

would not be accessible for wheelchairsnd some street bicycles. Without fundingor paved, multi-use trails, there would bencertainty about funding and implement-

ng the Santa Cruz Tarplant AdaptiveManagement Program.

Alternative 4: Unpaved Trail Systemwithout Hagemann Gulch BridgeAlternative

Alternative 4 would provide unpavedails and would not include the Hagemann

Gulch Bridge. This alternative would pro-ide public access for pedestrians and someicyclists but would not comply with

ADA requirements. Since no bridge acrossHagemann Gulch would be constructed,his alternative would not provide a new

west entrance or east-west trail connection.As with Alternative 3, all trails wouldemain unpaved and not qualify for federalunding, resulting in uncertainty aboutunding and implementing the Tarplant

Management Plan.

This alternative would provide the sameails as proposed by the project, but nonef the trails would be paved. This alterna-ve would provide public access for pedes-ians and some bicyclists but would not

omply with ADA requirements. Like theroposed project, this alternative wouldrovide north-south and east-west trailonnections. Due to unpaved surfaces andradients, however, these trail connections

would not be accessible to wheelchair usersnd some types of bicycles.

Arboreal salamander Ensatina

Will the real ensatina please stand up?CORRECTION

The Sempervirens Fund has securedan option to buy the LompicoCreek Headwaters from Redwood

Empire. The Fund has only until June 30to conclude this $5,600,000 deal whichincludes the 425-acre Lompico Creekheadwaters and 200 acres in the MaloskyCreek watershed.

For years the Lompico WatershedConservancy and the Club have beentrying to save the Lompico propertywhere towering redwoods rise fromdeeply incised sandstone canyons abovethe community of Lompico. LompicoCreek is the primary source of water forthis small community.

A timber harvest plan for theLompico Creek Headwaters had beensubmitted in 2001 and had beenapproved by the California Department

of Forestry. The tree cutting wasstopped on appeal due to the leadershipof the Lompico Watershed Conservancywhich galvanized opposition, convincedthe County of Santa Cruz to file anappeal, and organized an unprecedented

letter-writing campaign in support ofkeeping this forest intact.

Undeterred, Redwood Empire sub-mitted a new timber harvest plan whichwas under review when news of the dealbetween Sempervirens and RedwoodEmpire was announced.

The Malosky Creek Forest is a mixedredwood forest carpeting steep ravinesabove residential areas in the San Loren-zo Valley. This property supplies waterto the town of Boulder Creek. This landwas slated to be logged by RedwoodEmpire with helicopters flying logs overneighboring properties to a landing offsite. As California struggles to locatenew sources of water for people andwildlife, it is vital to preserve forestlandsthat surround drinking source headwa-ters.

Fundraising has begun in this mostaggressive campaign in the history of theSempervirens Fund. Please give gener-ously. To donate visit www.sempervirens.org or call 650-968-4509.Donations are tax deductible.

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N E W S C L I P S

Ashort article in the prestigiousjournal Science in January 2006has set off a firestorm among sal-

ge logging proponents. Six researchersom Oregon State University investigat-

whether or not logging after a wild-

re diminished or increased the risk ofother fire and whether or not salvagegging helped or harmed forest regener-ion.Their conclusion: Postfire logging,

y removing naturally seeded conifersd increasing surface fuel loads, can beunterproductive to goals of forestgeneration and fuel reduction. Thatas not what the Bush Administrationanted to hear, particularly as a billonsored by Representative Walden (R-R) is calling for the waiver of environ-

mental protections in order to log quick-ly after a forest fire. To learn more aboutthis bill, HR 4200 visit www.nrdc.org/action/. Representative Waldens great-est campaign contributors, by the way,are forest products industries.

Shortly after the articles publication,the researchers who wrote it learned alot about politics. The third and finalyear of their $300,000 grant was yankedby the BLM. After Democratic politi-cians intervened, the funding was rein-stated. But Representative Waldenscommittee on Forests and Forest Healthheld a public hearing in Medford wherethe lead author of the article, DanielDonato was grilled, chastised, and casti-gated. According to the Washington Post,Donato politely stuck by the science.

Researchersearn more than forestry

Club electionBy now you should have received

your ballot for the Sierra Club NationalBoard of Directors. The Board sets Clubpolicy and budgets at the national level.You may return your mailed ballot or

vote via internet. Voting ends at 9:00a.m. on April 24. Dont miss out. Votetoday.

Beachcombers need-ed

So you want to be a biol-ogist but never got the

degree? Become aB e a c h C O M B E R .Moss Landing MarineLabs is looking for

volunteers to surveylocal beaches. The four-

Saturday training classes last

from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and begin onApril 29 in Moss Landing. If you are ableto walk 2-3 miles on a beach once amonth, can commit to serve for oneyear, and want to learn more aboutocean mammals, marine birds and seaturtles, this may be just the opportunityyouve been looking for. To learn morevisit www.mbnms-simon.org/sections/beachCombers/ or call Hannah Nevins,771-4422.

Cool!Do you ever wonder how much

greenhouse gas you generate? The LomaPrieta Chapter is collaborating on a

Cool It campaign which offers ways toreduce the impact of your activities.Visit www.cool-it.us to discover yourpersonal CO2 emissions and how theystack up with the California average.Best part: they do the calculations. Learnhow to reduce your emissions and decideif you want to purchase renewable ener-gy certificates. Cool.

Tahoe victoryThe U.S. Forest Service has with-

drawn its proposed timber sale in road-

less Duncan Canyon, a remote the Tahoe National Forest afteMorrison England, Jr. invalidasale in 2004 on the grounds the would create a serious fire hazajudge, a Bush appointee, based h

on the facts, not the politics. Thewas filed by the Sierra Club, thMuir Project and other enviroorganizations.

The Forest Service had claimlogging would reduce the potensevere fire despite the fact that aging more than twice the amounwould be on the forest floor. Boxer has proposed permanenttion for Duncan Canyon becauextraordinary wilderness charact

Ocean protectionSenators Boxer and Feinste

Representative Capps have intcompanion bills in the Senate andof Representatives called the CaOcean and Coastal ProtectioThese bills seek permanent proteour ocean and coastal resourwould make permanent the moron new oil and gas leasing California Coast. The bills worepeal the proposed inventory. Yfollow these bills (S2294 and Hand more by visiting wwclub.org/legislativetracker.

Park dis-ServiceQuietly and without much pr

erage, the Bush Administratirewritten National Park policiehave deleted the provision statconservation of park resources dominant goal for park manaAdditionally, the Administrateliminated a number of protectidards designed to preserve air scenic views, natural quiet, andresources. To learn morwww.wilderness.org/NewsRoomse/20051027.cfm.

Early election endorsementsBelow are the Sierra Club endorsements for the June primary which are avaiwe go to press. Additional endorsements will be listed in our next issue whibe mailed on May 31. The comprehensive endorsement process includes qunaires and interviews. Neither Arnold Schwarzenegger nor Green candidatCamejo returned the Club questionnaire.Governor Phil Angelides and Steve WestlyLieutenant Governor Liz Figueroa, John Garamendi, and Jackie SpeierAttorney General Jerry BrownController John Chiang and Joe DunnSecretary of State Debra BowenTreasurer Bill LockyerSuper. Public Instruct. Jack OConnell

Its the law. Batteries can no longer bethrown in the trash. A new state lawrequires the recycling of household

tteries, those ubiquitous power sup-ies for toys, watches, hearing aids, cell

hones, cameras, iPods and more. If items as if everything is battery powered

ow-a-days, thats not far from the truth.Californians use more than 500 mil-on batteries a year. Currently less thanne percent of these are properly dis-osed of according to the Integrated

Waste Management Board. The dangers in the heavy metals they contain.

atteries can contain carbon zinc, lithi-m, mercury and other substances harm-l to humans. When they corrode, theyn leak toxic metals into our soil andoundwater.The new law also applies to TVs,icrowave ovens, printers and comput-s, florescent light bulbs, mercury ther-ometers, old thermostats and other

ectronics. If you are in doubt abouthat is covered, contact your local wastesposal agency.

New law requires batteries ande-waste to be recycled

Most residents will need to take bat-teries and other old electronics to theircommunitys hazardous waste facility.Waste Management of Santa CruzCounty, serving Scotts Valley, Capitolaand the unincorporated county, willpick batteries up at the curb when they

are placed in a sealed clear plastic bag inthe blue recycling cart. Watsonville,Santa Cruz, and Monterey city residentsmust take them to a recycling center.Check with your local waste disposalcenter for details and hours.

Spread the word among your friendsand family. Most people are notaware that batteries can no longer bethrown in the trash. Set up arecycling container at youroffice for batteries, florescentbulbs and other e-waste. Helpkeep these poisons out of ourcreeks, groundwater and theMonterey Bay.

Environmentalists are currentlyworking on establishing redemptionfees, much like the deposit on beveragebottles, to assist in strengthening the e-waste recycling system.

Help a child learn bike safety

Volunteers needed (bilingual preferred) to help pass out liter-ature and teach bicycle and pedestrian safety with the HealthEducation staff of the Santa Cruz County Health ServicesAgency. Two-hour shifts. Contact Dena Loijos, 454-5018.

Day of the Child/Earth Day

April 23, 12-4 p.m

Ramsay Park, Main Street, Watsonville

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the ranch is limited and our permonly three cars, you must call by Mreserve a spot. Leader: Mary Gale, 62

Saturday, April 15

HIKE: PINNACLES WILDFLOWERS

Well have a slow-paced, 8-mile h1200' elevation gain to enjoy and ide

wide variety of blooming plants in Bring your flower book, field glasses era. Meet at the Santa Cruz Government Center at 8:30 a.m. oChaparral parking lot at 10:30 a.m. (tWest side, off Hwy. 101). Bring luncsun protection and comfortable hikiLeader: George Jammal, 335-7748.

Saturday, April 15

HIKE: HOLT ROAD TO SNIVELY R

Well walk up from Mid Valley on Hthrough the forest to the closed soto Garland Ranchs Snively Ridge anif we want. We may return down toor go back on the north trail to Mid miles, 1,500' elevation gain. Expect sson oak, so wear long pants. Bring wlunch. Meet at Mid Valley shopping Carmel Valley next to the bank on Street at 9:30 a.m. Heavy rain cancelconfirm. Leader: Anneliese Suter, 62

Sunday, April 16

HIKE: WEST PINNACLES

This is a great spring hiking area wit

A P R I L

Saturday, April 8

WALK: PEBBLE BEACH & ASILOMAR

Come along on this 4-mile walk on streets andwalkways in Pacific Grove and Pebble Beach,then via a trail between fairways to the beachand out to Point Joe. Well return on board-walks with ocean views, finishing atAsilomar. Bring water and a snack. Doneabout noon. Meet across from the FishwifeRestaurant on Sunset Dr. at Asilomar Blvd. inPacific Grove at 9:00 a.m. Leader: MarthaSaylor, 372-9215.

Saturday, April 8

HIKE: COOK SPRING CAMP

Well start hiking from Memorial Park Campalong the Arroyo Seco to Forks Camp, pastFalse Madrone Camp, to Madrone Camp, toCooks Camp and back. Beautiful river sites,redwoods, pines, madrones and spectacularviews of mountains. Strenuous 12 miles. Wellbenefit from the maintenance work that theVWA has done on this wonderful trail. Earlystart for long ride to trailhead. No shorts,wear long sleeves, dress in layers, bring sub-stantial lunch, water, wear comfortable bootsand bring $ for carpool. For informationabout meeting place and time, call leader:Esperanza Hernandez, 678-1968.

Saturday, April 8

HIKE: PURISIMA CREEK REDWOODS

A 10-mile loop with 1500' elevation gain,along the Purisima Creek, Soda Gulch, upperHarkins Ridge, upper North Ridge andWhittemore Gulch Trails. This 2633-acre pre-serve has the northernmost major redwoodforest in the Santa Cruz Mtns. It also hasDouglas fir, madrone, oak and chaparral.Great views of the Pacific and the mountains.Meet at the Santa Cruz County GovernmentCenter at 8:00 a.m. Bring water, lunch and $5for carpool. Leader: Ed Gilbert, 685-8389.

Sunday, April 9

HIKE: VICENTE FLATS

Well climb steadily, not steeply, by meadowsand redwoods to an open spot under huge

trees where we saw a gazillion groggy lady-bugs last year. About 2000' elevation gain and11 scenic miles. Meet at Albertsons at 8:30a.m. Bring lunch, water, and $ for carpool;wear sturdy shoes. Leader: Suzanne Arnold,626-4042, suzannecarml @aol.com.

Sunday, April 9

HIKE: GARZAS CREEK

Whats up in the wildflower world? Wellcheck out the blooms along the Terrace Trailthen drop down to Garzas Canyon to returnalong the creek. 5 miles, elevation gain slight.The flowers should make it all worthwhile.

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.

bertsons 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

raham Hill Rd. toward Felton. Just afterou pass Roaring Camp (on the left), make aght into Felton Faire shopping center. Weeet at the edge of the Safeway parking lotarest Graham Hill Rd.41st Avenue Sears: From Hwy. 1 in

apitola, take the 41st Avenue exit and con-nue toward the ocean on 41st Avenueward the Mall. Pass the main Mall entranced turn right into the next entrance headingward Sears. We meet behind the bank locat-at 41st and Capitola Road. Senior Saunter

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

Meet at 9:30 a.m. in the main parking lot ofGarland Ranch (on Carmel Valley Road) to

avoid crowding at the trailhead. Bring lunchand water. Leader: Mary Gale, 626-3565.

Tuesday, April 11

SENIOR HIKE: FORT ORD

This is wildflower time, and we usually see agreat variety. 4-5 mile hike with some steepuphill on Fort Ord public lands. Meet before9:30 a.m. at Sears 41st Ave. or at Deer ParkShopping Center in Aptos about 9:45 a.m.Park near gas station. To go direct, take Hwy.1 south and exit at Reservation Rd. Drivealmost to Hwy 68 and park near end of roadby the locked gate about 10:45 a.m. Bringwater, lunch, $4 carpool. Leader: JoanBrohmer, 462-3803.

Saturday, April 15

HIKE: KAHN RANCH

We got rained out in March so well try again!Steep canyons and trails climbing to ridgeswith great views and good flowers make KahnRanch a fine addition to Garland Ranch.Expect steep climbs of about 600-800' at aslow pace. Not over 4 miles. Because access to

Built by Sierra Club members in 1934, this rustic, hostel-style lodge stanatop historic Donner Pass, just an hour and a half from Sacramento.Expect convenient access to all mountain activities, excellent family stymeals, a friendly staff and a casual atmosphere.

For more information about these programs or to receive a fullschedule and description of Clair Tappaan programs please visitour website at www.ctl.sierraclub.org or call (800) 679-6775.

FEATURED PROGRAMS

MAY 58 Wilderness Responder Recertification For more information go to

www.sierraclub.com/outings/training/brochures/wfr_recert.asp.

MAY 1214 Clair Tappaan Spring Workparty Help spruce up the Lodge you

love.Your hard work is rewarded with a complimentary stay at Clair Tappaan fo

the weekend.

MAY 13 Full Moon Hike Lodge Staff will lead a hike through the forest and up t

the ridges behind the Lodge. Price: $5 (Lodge guests), $15 (dinner and hike only

MAY 2629 Nature Knowledge Workshop Participate in guided hikes

accompanied by geologists, biologists, and local historians. Price per day: $50

member, $55 non-member, $30 child (includes hikes/lodging/meals).

JUNE 1618 Finding Your Way Navigational Workshop Learn or polish

navigational skills using such tools as a map, compass, GPS receivers and

altimeters. Price: $145 members, $170 non-members (includes lodging, meals a

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Creek. Well hike up the creek and ecading waters and crystal clear poodown the Old Coast Road to the Inn. The Old Coast Road has greaWeve seen condors several times miles with 2300' elevation gain. Sshuttle. Bring lunch, boots and waterAlbertsons at 9:00 a.m. Leade

Legnard, 402-1422.Sunday, April 30

HIKE: BLOMQUIST RANCH

This is a drop-dead beautiful spring h5 miles. We have special permission Regional Park District to visit this lar Carmel Valley ranch. Its an eassaunter on old ranch roads. No trailplease! Enjoy gorgeous vistas of matuoaks and rolling fields of lupine. Brinwater and wind breaker. Space is limreservations are required. Phone easleader: Joyce Stevens, 624-3149.

M A Y

Tuesday, May 2

SENIOR SAUNTER: BEAN HOLLOBEACH

A blooming paradise in this flat (thoted in places) 2-mile trail just sPescadero. Over 25 species of coasflowers and a few non-natives on coastal bluff. Playful seals may adshow. Additional options include aPigeon Point Light or a short hike upescope. Restrooms available. Meet bea.m. at Sears 41st Ave. or at 9:50Shens Gallery. Bring water, lunchpool. Leader: Janet Schwind, 425-384

Friday, May 5

HIKE: TANBARK TRAIL TO TIN HThe Tanbark Trail packs a lot of scefairly short length. From its start offsouth of Big Sur, the trail winds up thPartington Canyon, past a rushing cthrough a redwood grove, up througof tanbark oak, until it reaches the sruined Tin House. Here well haand enjoy the ocean views, before rvia a dirt road. Short car shuttle. 2000' elevation gain. Leisurely pabehind Brintons at 9.30 a.m. to Leaders: Cath Farrant and Mary 372-7427. marydainton@ juno.com.

Saturday, May 6

HIKE: UVAS CANYON COUNTY PA

This 1200-acre park is tucked into a canyon west of Morgan Hill. The fimiles of this 9-mile hike will ascendNibbs Knob by way of the Nibbs Knand then return. This will be followe1/2 mile loop up Swanson Creek Black Rock Falls, Basin Falls and UppThe last section of the hike will be 2and-out up Alec Canyon Trail to MPoint, Triple Falls and an old loggiDeep and shady second-growth ralong the creek sections and many opof Loma Prieta, the Santa Clara Vathe Diablo Range in the higher, open

O U T I N G S

Park by Ross near levee. Bring water, lunch,$1 carpool. Leader: Pat Herzog, 458-9841.

Wednesday, April 26

HIKE: TORO COUNTY PARK

The best time of year to hike across the hill-sides of this former ranch for views fromSalinas Valley to Monterey Bay. Well start

on the Cougar Ridge Trail climbing 1600' andreturn on the Ollason Trail through thecanyon. 8 miles over wooded hillsides, grassymeadows, open and chaparral-covered ridges.Bring lunch and water. Meet at 9:00 a.m. atSears 41st Ave. or at Rio Del Mar behind thegas station at 9:15 a.m. Or at Toro Park at10:00 a.m. just inside the gate to the right inthe field. Leader: Diane Cornell, 423-5925.

Saturday, April 29

HIKE: LOWER PEBBLE BEACH

Enjoy spectacular ocean views and Del MonteForest on this 9-mile hike, starting nearAsilomar, then south along Spanish Bay toBird Rock. We then proceed east adjacent toSpyglass Hill and Poppy Hills Golf Coursedown through S.F.B. Morse Reserve and outalong 17 Mile Drive. Bring water, lunch, andwear hiking shoes. Meet in front of theFishwife Restaurant on Sunset Drive andAsilomar Avenue in Pacific Grove at 9:30a.m. Leader: Stacy Smith, 625-5256.

Saturday, April 29

HIKE: BUTANO STATE PARK

This will be an effort to see wild rhododen-drons and other wildflowers. 11 miles with1800' of elevation gain. Meet at 9:30 a.m. atthe Santa Cruz County Government Centerto carpool. Call Nick for additional informa-tion. Leader: Nick Wyckoff, 462-3101.

Sunday, April 30HIKE: OLD COAST ROADHike 11 easy miles at a leisurely pace. Seebeautiful valleys, gigantic redwoods and spec-tacular views of the Pacific Ocean downHwy.1. The hike will start at the foot of WestMolera, requiring a car shuttle and endingwith an unforgettable, and mesmerizing viewof the majestic and historic Bixby Bridgeagainst a massive and colorful ocean back-ground. Bring lunch, water, and $ for car-pool. For information, call leader: EsperanzaHernandez, 678-1968. Sunday, April, 30Hike: Terrace Creek Hike up the Pine Ridgetrail from Big Sur Station to beautiful Terrace

Wednesday, April 19

HIKE: SARATOGA GAP

High in the Santa Cruz Mtns., Hickory OakRidge is scenic country with gently rollingmeadows, cool canyons, and panoramic viewsof forests, meadowlands, and the ocean. Atthis time of year, it is usually decorated witha nice array of wildflowers. 8 miles with a

descent of 810' to Peters Creek and a climbback to the ridge. The hike goes through theSaratoga Open Space Preserve and the LongRidge Open Space Preserve. Bring lunch andwater. Meet at 9:00 a.m. at Sears 41st Ave. tocarpool. To meet us at the trailhead at 10:10a.m., park in the lot on the SE corner of theintersection of Hwys. 9 and 35 (SkylineBlvd.). Leader: Diane Cornell, 423-5925.

Friday, April 21

HIKE: EWOLDSEN TRAIL

From Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park wellhike a 5-mile loop up fern-lined McWayCanyon, passing redwood groves to a view-point high above the ocean. Last time we sawCalifornia Condors. The trail is steep, but

well take it at a leisurely pace. Afterwardswell take a short stroll along the scenic water-fall trail. Bring lunch and water. Meet behindBrintons at 9:30 a.m. to carpool an hourdown the coast. State Parks now charge an $8parking fee, so please bring $ for your share.Leaders: Cath Farrant and Mary Dainton,372-7427, [email protected].

Sunday, April 23

BIKE RIDE: FORT ORD

Join us on a 3-hour mountain bike ridethrough Fort Ords East Garrison. Well visita cemetery from the 1800s and then explorethe back country via dirt and paved roads.Meet at the East Garrison gate entrance (3miles east of Marina on Reservation Road) at9:00 a.m. Helmets mandatory. Pack water anda snack. Contact leader for more information.Leader: Henry Leinen, 655-1948 [email protected].

Tuesday, April 25

SENIOR SAUNTER: LEVEE TO HARBOR

Casual walk along River levee to museum onEast Cliff for short stopover. Well walk toyacht harbor and cross bridge to Crows Nestside. Those wishing to may bring lunch orbuy lunch at the restaurants there. About 4.5miles. Meet before 9:30 a.m. at Sears 41st Ave.or Gateway Plaza on River St. at 9:50 a.m.

ldflowers. 10 miles with 1000' elevationin that will take us through the high peaksth the possibility of viewing a condor.ing lunch and lots of water, wear sturdyoes. Meet at MPC parking lot A at 8:30 a.m.at the West Pinnacles parking lot at 10:00

m. Heavy rain cancels. Call leader beforee hike. Leader: Steve Legnard, 402-1422.

uesday, April 18

NIOR HIKE: TORO PARK

ts hike the Ollason Trail to see some beau-ul wildflowers. 3 miles with one uphill sec-

on. If everyone is anxious to burn a fewore calories after all this rain, we can makeis a 5-mile hike. Slow pace. Meet before 9:30m. at Sears 41st Ave. or at Toro Park at thext to last parking lot near the bathroomout 10:40 a.m. Bring lunch, water, sit upon.

oro Park is off east Hwy. 68 betweenonterey & Salinas. $4 carpool. Leader:verly Meschi, 475-4185.

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nday, May 7

ALK: POINT LOBOS

mile walk, starting from Hwy. 1 to Ixchentaint, then back past Whalers Cove, to the

p of Whalers Knoll and back via Lacechen Trail. Wildflowers should be plentiful.eet at Albertsons at 9:00 a.m. for a shortrpool. Bring snack, water, and binocularsr close-ups of the animal life. Last year wew baby seals and sea otters. Leader: Marthaylor, 372-9215.

nday, May 7

KE: SOBRANES CANYON/ROCKYDGE

mile loop through the canyon and up to thedge. Very steep climb that leads to gorgeousnoramic views and hopefully lots of wild-wers. Bring hat, water, and lunch. Meet atbertsons at 10:00 a.m. Well be back

ound 3:00 p.m. Leader: Andrea Phelps,[email protected].

nday, May 7

KE: PINE VALLEY

in us on this strenuous, steep 15-mile loopth about 2,000' elevation gain. The views ofe Ventana are so hypnotic they will stayth you for a lifetime. Well start at China

amp, down to Church Creek Divide, pastvide Camp, to Pine Ridge Trail, to Pinelley, back up to China Camp. Well benefit

om trail maintenance by the Ventanailderness Alliance. Bring food, water, wearng pants, long-sleeve shirt, bring $ for car-ol. Water filter provided. For information,l leader: Esperanza Hernandez, 678-1968.

esday, May 9

NIOR HIKE: POGONIP/HARVEY WEST

miles with uphill climbs (some steep) fromarvey West parking lot by baseball fields.ell walk by Sacred Tree and have lunch atnger station. Portable toilets by clubhouse.eet before 9:30 a.m. at Sears 41st Ave. or atarvey West parking lot at 9:50 a.m. Bringnch, water, $2 carpool. Leader: Joanohmer, 462-3803.

turday, May 13

KE: EAST WADDELL GORGE

his is a new trail to me. The Gorge is a little-blicized part of Big Basin. Well also have aok at the scenic park waste treatment plant.miles and 1200' elevation gain. Meet at 9:30m. at the Santa Cruz County Governmentnter to carpool. Call Nick for additional

fo. Leader: Nick Wyckoff, 462-3101.

turday, May 13

OONLIGHT HIKE: PINNACLES

king the Pinnacles by moonlight is arilling and unique experience. Its like being

another planet with its boulder forma-ns. Its serene, calming, peaceful, quiet, softd therapeutic for the soul. Campingernight is available but optional. Bring a

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Saturday - Sunday, May 20-21

WIND WOLVES SERVICE TRIP

At the southern end of the San Joaquin Valleythe Wind Wolves Preserve was created by theWildlands Conservancy in order to restore apart of California to the state which existed acentury and a half ago. On Saturday we willplant trees, remove invasive plants, or

improve visitor facilities as needed. OnSunday we have been promised a hike andtour of this astonishingly beautiful landscapeand habitat. Contact leader: Craig Deutsche,[email protected], (310-477-6670). ADesert Committee Outing.

Saturday, May 20

HIKE: CASTLE ROCK

A 10-mile, double-loop hike, with 800' eleva-tion change, through this state park. From themain park entrance at 3200' well hike pastCastle Rock, 75' Castle Rock Falls and RussellPoint along the Saratoga Gap and LoghryWoods Trails, to the Skyline trail. Wellreturn along the Service Road and Ridgetrails, past Goat Rock and the Interpretive

Shelter. Well see some marvelous panoramicvistas. Meet at the Santa Cruz CountyGovernment Center at 8:30 a.m., or at FeltonFaire at 9:00 a.m. Bring water, lunch and $5for carpool. Leader: Ed Gilbert, 685-8389.

Saturday, May 20

HIKE: GARLAND RANCH

The Terrace Trail at Garland Ranchave good flowers now. This trail inclimb from the trailhead to a nitoured walk above the creek. Then steep drop down to the creek, ndownstream, and finally a steep cli

out. Slow pace. Bring lunch, water, ggear, and a stick if you need steadsteep hills. Meet at the Garland Raning lot on Carmel Valley Road at 9Hike will start from Garzas Road tra10:00 am. Leader: Mary Gale, 626-35

Saturday, May 20

HIKE: PINEY CREEK & ROCKY CR

Double hike in outer Carmel VaArroyo Seco. In the morning, well daround the obscure Piney Creek, 36 mCarmel Valley. 4 miles and 1000' gain. After lunch well drive 9 mileentrance of Arroyo Seco where we wup little-traveled Rocky Creek past thfall to the campsite. 5 miles and 600'

gain. Two easy hikes in Los Padres Forest. Meet at Mid Valley Safewaya.m. Leader: Larry Parris, 622-7455.

flashlight, food, water, and wear hiking boots.For meeting place and time, call leader:Esperanza Hernandez, 678-1968.

Sunday, May 14

HIKE: UPPER PEBBLE BEACH

Enjoy 8-mile hike though Del Monte Forest.From Carmel Beach we travel through

Pescadero Canyon past Huckleberry Hills.Bring water, lunch, and wear hiking shoes.Meet at Carmel Beach at the west end ofOcean Avenue at 10:00 a.m. Leader: StacySmith, 625-5256.

Sunday, May, 14

HIKE: PREWITT LOOP

Hike from Pacific Valley (about 60 milessouth of Carmel Valley) up and around thePrewitt Loop. This 12-mile, 2300' elevationgain hike has beautiful spring flowers at thistime of year. Great cascades and waterfallsalong the way. This strenuous hike is bothchallenging and beautiful. Bring boots, lunchand water. Meet at Albertsons at 8:00 a.m.Leader: Steve Legnard, 402-1422.

Sunday, May 14

HIKE: MITTELDORF PRESERVE

In a loop that covers the western trails of theMitteldorf, well ascend Echo Ridge to thetop of 2972'-high Palo Corona Peak. Afterlunch, well descend through redwood-filledWilliams Creek to the lodge and our cars. Wecan see the largest redwood tree in MontereyCounty. 8 miles and 2,000' elevation gain.Call for reservation & times. Leader: LarryParris, 622-7455.

Tuesday, May 16

SENIOR WALK: CARMEL CIRCLE

3-mile loop in Carmel. Well start at the

Carmel Beach parking area, walk past MissionRanch up Mission Trail Preserve throughCarmel and back along the beach. Meetbefore 9:30 a.m. at Sears 41st Ave. To godirect, take Hwy. 1 south to Ocean exit. Turnright, go downhill to Carmello, left onCarmel about 1.5 mi. to beach parking area.Free parking & restrooms. Meet at approx.10:30 a.m. Bring water, lunch, $5 carpool. Atend of hike, those wishing can lunch inCarmel. Leader: Brooke Ewoldsen, 649-1714.

Wednesday, May 17

HIKE: ROCKY RIDGE - SOBERANES CYN

Rocky Ridge is a 1435' rounded grassy peakbetween Soberanes Canyon and MalpasoCanyon in Garrapata State Park south ofCarmel. Rocky Ridge is a dry, exposed hill-side with sweeping views of the ocean. Thehike is strenuous, but we will take it slow.There are places to stop and return to thebeginning of the hike to relax and sit on aledge to watch the waves and perhaps a seaotter or two while waiting for the other hik-ers. Bring lunch and water for this 6-mile hikewhich seems much longer. Meet at 9:00 a.m.at Sears 41st Ave. or at 9:15 a.m. in back ofthe gas station at Rio Del Mar exit to carpool.Well be at the trailhead 6.8 miles south ofRio Road in Carmel at 10:10 a.m. Leader:Diane Cornell, 423-5925.

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nday, May 21

IKE: FALL CREEK

ets explore this enchanted forest with red-oods, a lovely burbling stream full of cas-des, a lime kiln, barrel mill, fish pond, andncing springs. 7 miles. Bring water andnch. Meet at Felton Faire at 10:00 a.m. torpool. Leader: Sheila Dunniway, 336-2325.

uesday, May 23

ENIOR HIKE: POINT LOBOS

ne of our favorite spots! Well park athalers Cove and hike the North Shore

rail, Allen Cypress Grove, then Sand Hillrail to Piney Wood for lunch. Bring binocu-rs. 3 miles on good trails. Heavy poisonk!!! Meet before 9:30 a.m. at Sears 41st Ave.at Whalers Cove parking lot about 10:30

m. Bring lunch, water, $5 carpool and shareentrance $. Leader: Pat Herzog, 458-9841.

uesday, May 30

ENIOR HIKE: HENRY COWELL

asy 3-mile loop along the river and through

e redwoods. Moderate uphill. After hike,ell have our annual potluck picnic. BRINGOUR FAVORITE DISH. Meet before 9:30m. at Sears 41st Ave. or at Felton Faire at50 a.m. To go direct, use the main entrancen Hwy. 9, turn right past the pay station toe first picnic area. Bring water, your

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potluck dish, $2 carpool and share of entrancefee. Leader: Helena Cantin, 438-4253.

Wednesday, May 31

HIKE: SAM MCDONALD COUNTY PARK

This 850-acre San Mateo Co. Park is onPescadero Rd. between 2 natural environ-mentslush redwoods and open ridge, grassy

knolls. It was named after a descendent ofslaves born in 1884, who was employed byStanford Univ. for 50 years: first as a teamsterwho eventually became Superintendent ofGrounds and later a Santa Clara CountyDeputy Sheriff. Stanford Convalescent Homefor children was his pet project. He left theland for a park. At the lower elevations of thepark in moist ravines many fern varieties arefound with beautiful mosses and curiousmushroom shapes. Meet for this 8-mile hikeat 9:00 a.m. at Sears 41st Ave. or drive northon Hwy. 1 to Pescadero Rd. and turn rightonto Alpine Rd. to the parking area near theHeritage Grove. Bring water and lunch.Leader: Diane Cornell, 423-5925.

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Friday, June 2

EXPLORATION HIKE: BRAZIL RANCH

For the first time, we are invited to explorethis 1200-acre ranch south of Bixby Bridge.

Sunday, June 4

HIKE: PICO BLANCO

Hike from Botchers Gap down to Scout camp then up the north flankBlanco. From the north flank we canthe north ridge to the peak. This mhike is 9 miles with 2000' elevation should have great 360 degree view

boots, lunch and water. Meet at Albe8:30 a.m. Leader: Steve Legnard, 402

Sunday, June 4

WALK: ASILOMAR/PEBBLE BEACH

A 4-mile walk, along streets and walPacific Grove and Pebble Beach, thtrail between fairways to the beach anPoint Joe and back with ocean views at Asilomar via boardwalks. Bring wa snack; done about noon. Meet acrthe Fishwife Restaurant on Sunset Asilomar Blvd. in Pacific Grove at 9Leader: Martha Saylor, 372-9215.

Tuesday, June 6

SENIOR HIKE: BIG BASIN/SLIPPER

A 5-mile moderate hike on the Sequto Sempervirens Falls to Slippery Skyline to Sea Trail. One steep uSlippery Rock. Take at your own palunch at top of Slippery Rock. Thosea shorter hike can turn back at the fabefore 9:30 a.m. at Sears 41st Ave or Faire at 9:50 a.m. Bring lunch, watepool and share of entrance $. LeaderMeschi, 475-4185.

Wednesday, June 7

HIKE: SIERRA AZUL

Well traverse part of the Sierra Azuland Bay Area Ridge Trail, startiKennedy Rd. in Los Gatos. Brea

views. In March we hiked up to thia clear day and could see San Franciswater and lunch for this 8-mile hsome uphill. Meet at 9:00 a.m. at SAve. to carpool. We will start from head on Kennedy Rd. in Los Gatosa.m. Leader: Diane Cornell, 423-5925

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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 3

HIKE: SUNOL REGIONAL PARK

We were rained out in March so I am resched-uling. There will hopefully be Mariposas bythis date. There is a 1-hour carpool to thepark. 10 miles with 2000' elevation gain. Meetat 9:30 a.m. at the Santa Cruz CountyGovernment Center to carpool. Call Nick foradditional information. Leader: NickWyckoff, 462-3101.

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