COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES NEWSLETTER

VOLUME 10 • ISSUE 1 •WINTER 2018

COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES NEWSLETTER

Winter Recreation Classes .......2

Coyote Tips .................................1

Holiday Tree Pick-Up .................1

Free Bus Service.....................1

Business License Renewals........3Waste/Recycling HolidayPick-Up ...........................................3

Calendar of Events.........................3

2018 Special Events .......................4

Registration Information..............4

I N S I D EI N S I D E

esidents may recycle their trees during the firstthree weeks following Christmas on their

scheduled collection day (Wednesday) from December 26 through January 17. Trees will be collected at the curb and may be picked up by special bed trucks. After the three week period, you may cut your tree and place the pieces in your green waste carts with the lids completely closed.

Remember:

• Trees taller than six feet must be cut in half

• Residents are asked to remove decora-tions, including tinsel, lights, ornaments and tree stands from their tree

• Residents are reminded that flocked trees cannot be recycled.

For more information, visit home.wm.com/rolling-hills-estates.

RHoliday Tree Pick-Up

Rolling Hills Estatesllowing coyotes access to human orpet food and garbage can put you,

your family, property and pets at risk for aCoyote encounter. Coyotes primarily huntrodents and rabbits for food, but will takeadvantage of whatever is available, includinggarbage, pet food, and domestic animals. • Put garbage in tightly closed containersthat cannot be tipped over• Remove sources of water, especially indry climates• Bring pets in at night and do not leave pet food outside• Put away bird feeders at night to avoid attracting rodents and other coyote prey• Provide secure enclosures for rabbits, poultry, etc• Pick up fallen fruit and cover compost piles• Ask your neighbors to follow these tips• Please respect and protect wild animals – learn more at www.keepmewild.org

Learn about the City’s Coyote Management Program at www.RollingHillsEstatesCA.gov

Need to report coyote activity? You can now report three ways:

1) Call the City (310) 377-15772) Call Los Angeles County Agricultural Commission –Weights and Measures Department, Pest Management Division(626) 575-5462

3) Report online at http://coyotesightings.rpvca.gov (also found on the City’s website www.RollingHillsEstatesCA.gov under “Public Safety” - “Coyote Management”)

This site has been created by the City of Rancho Palos Verdes in collaboration with the cities of Rolling Hills Estates and Palos Verdes Estates to provide an easy way to report coyote concerns and for cities to track coyote activities

and trends throughout the Peninsula.

ACoyote Tips

Class Registration ONLINE.........4

Be of GREEN Cheer.....................4

WINTER RECREATION CLASSESWINTER RECREATION CLASSES2

First Saturday WalkExplore George F Canyon with an experienced nature guide on the first Saturday of each month. This popular casual walk provides a perfect introduction to the canyon and its surroundings. Meet at theGeorge F Canyon Nature Center at the corner of Palos Verdes DriveEast and Palos Verdes Drive North. A $3 donation per person helpssupport the Nature Center.

First Saturday of each month 9:00 am1/6 • 2/3 • 3/3 GFC

Bird WalksEnjoy a slow, easy and quiet walk to catch our featheredfriends coming in to roost. Beginners welcome. The bird walk is led by Wildbirds Unlimited and begins andends at the George F Canyon Nature Center, located atthe corner of Palos Verdes Drive East and Palos VerdesDrive North. Binoculars will be available for those without. FREE!

Fourth Wednesday of each month 8:30 am1/24 • 2/21 • 3/21 GFC

Golf LessonsReceive six lessons at the Los Verdes Golf Coursewith Mike Buroza, PGA Class “A” Member. Smallclass instruction will benefit players at all levels.Golf balls and golf clubs included.

RHE Resident Fee - $109Non-Resident Fee - $120

Adult Classes - 18+ yrs 12:30-1:30 pmSaturday • 1/13-2/17 Los Verdes Golf Course

Equestrian ClassReceive an introduction to horses, equipment, tack, saddling, bridling, leadingand grooming at the Peter WeberEquestrian Center, 26401 Crenshaw Blvd. Drink and snack will be provided.Class limited to four students. For moreinformation, contact trainer Jan Ball at(310) 377-1335.

RHE Resident Fee - $165Non-Resident Fee - $183

Tu 1/9-1/30 Adult 10:00 am-12:00 pm PWECTu 1/9-1/30 7-12 yrs. 3:30-5:00 pm PWECWed 1/10-1/31 7-12 yrs. 3:30-5:00 pm PWEC

Dog AgilityCome play with your dog! Enjoy the sport of Dog Agility and learn to guide your dog through acourse of obstacles. One-hour classes will beoffered for varying skill levels from Beginner toAdvanced on Fridays at Ernie Howlett Park. Pleasecall (310) 200-0357 for more information aboutclass levels and times.

Instructor: Daniell Dumais

RHE Resident Fee - $160 • Non-Resident Fee - $176Ernie Howlett Park

Pintsize Sports & SoccerA perfect introduction to pre-school aged-children to a variety of sports in a positive and funenvironment! Students learn the basic skills of soccer, hockey, basketball and tee-ball in thePintsize Sports classes, while the soccer classesfocus on individual and team skills. Both programsconsist of warming up, stretching, and skill drillsthat help teach individual and team play. Your child

will gain improved fitness, agility, stamina, and coordination. All equipment is provided. Classes will be held at Ernie Howlett Park.

RHE Resident Fee - $86 • Non-Resident Fee - $95

2:30-3:10 pmParent & PreschoolerTu 1/16-3/6 Aged 3-5 + parent 4 Sports Tu 1/16-3/6 Aged 3-5 + parent Soccer 3:20-4:00 pm

Tennis LessonsLearn the fundamentals of tennis and the strategyof match play with USPTA certified RHE ResidentTennis Pro, Bob Krueger. Bring a tennis racquet and one unopened can of balls to the first class.Classes meet once each week at the RHE TennisClub at Ernie Howlett Park for eight weeks, beginning January 8. No class on January 15 (MLK Jr.Day) or February 19 (President’s Day). Please call(310) 541-4585 for more information.

RHE Resident Fee - $68 • Non-Resident Fee - $75

Skill LevelsI Rules, scoring, forehand, backhand and serveII Lob, volley, overheads, ground stroke, serve, footworkIII Drills, strategy, games and review for players with 60%-80%consistency at skill level I and II

F Ladies III 9:00-10:00 amF Ladies III 10:00-11:00 amF Ladies II 11:00-12:00 pmF Ladies I 12:00-1:00 pmF 11-13 yrs. I 3:00-4:00 pmF 7-10 yrs. I 4:00-5:00 pmSa Adult II 9:00-10:00 amSa Adult I 10:00-11:00 amSa Adult III 11:00-12:00 pm

M 4-6 yrs. I 2:00-3:00 pmM 7-10 yrs. II 3:00-4:00 pmM 7-10 yrs. I 4:00-5:00 pmTu 11-13 yrs. III 3:00-4:00 pmTu 13-18 yrs. III 4:00-5:00 pmW 13-18 yrs. II 3:00-4:00 pmW 11-13 yrs. II 4:00-5:00 pmTh 4-6 yrs. I 3:00-4:00 pmTh 7-10 yrs. III 4:00-5:00 pm

Rally ObedienceLearn the AKC sport of Rally at Ernie Howett Park, RollingHills Estates. In Rally, handler and dog work together tocomplete a course of stations that requireteamwork and precision. This 6-weekcourse will introduce you to the station signs and teach you the skillsneeded to successfully compete in thisfun AKC event. This is a great way to buildobedience skills and develop a stronger relationship with your canine companion. (No class on 3/30)Instructor: Jennifer Sanders (719) 659-3439RHE Resident Fee - $117 • Non-Resident Fee - $130Fri Session 1 1/12-2/16 Ernie Howlett ParkFri Session 2 3/9-4/20 Ernie Howlett Park

The Wolf Within ~ Puppy, Basic &Advanced Obedience CoursesGo beyond the typical training class! World Class Dog Training’s 6-week obedience courses willcover all aspects of you canine’s well-being:nutrition, exercise, leadership, confidence,problem-solving skills and more. Learn valuable tools and groundbreaking methods that originate from hands-onresearch of the ancestral wolf. Ourone-hour classes will be offered for all skill levels. Classes will be held on Sundays in Highridge Park, 29035 Highridge Road. Please call(310) 890-2811 for more information.

Instructor: Jennifer McCarthy

RHE Resident Fee - $275 • Non-Resident Fee - $299Sun 1/21-2/25 Puppy Class 12:30-1:30 pm Highridge ParkSun 1/21-2/25 Level 1 Class 2:00-3:00 pm Highridge ParkSun 1/21-2/25 Level 2 Class 3:30-4:30 pm Highridge Park

Winter & Spring Pony Camps Equestrian ClassRide and learn the basics of horsemanship AND Learn to care for ranch animals. Registration and all camp sessions are held at the Peter Weber Equestrian Center, 26401 Crenshaw Blvd. For more information, contact Chantal Allyn at 310-365-7343 or the barn at310-541-9487. Website: www.pwecent.comFee - $275/session9 Sessions ~ school-aged ~ Commencing 1/9 – 5/10 Tue, Wed or Thurs Options 4:00 pm-5:30 pm PWEC

**NEW SESSIONS ADDED for ages 3 and up 10:00 am-11:30 am PWEC

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS • 2018JANUARY

1 NEW YEAR’S DAY (City Hall Closed)8 Planning Commission Meeting @ 7:00 pm15 MARTIN LUTHER KING DAY

(City Hall Closed)16 Park and Activities Commission

Meeting @ 7:00 pm22 Equestrian Committee Meeting @

7:00 pm23 City Council Meeting @ 7:00 pm

FEBRUARY5 Planning Commission Meeting @ 7:00 pm13 City Council Meeting @ 7:00 pm14 VALENTINE’S DAY19 PRESIDENT’S DAY

(City Hall Closed)20 Park and Activities Commission

Meeting @ 7:00 pm26 Equestrian Committee Meeting @

7:00pm27 City Council Meeting @ 7:00 pm

MARCH5 Planning Commission Meeting @ 7:00 pm12 DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME BEGINS13 City Council Meeting @ 7:00 pm17 ST. PATRICK’S DAY19 Park and Activities Commission

Meeting @ 7:00 pm20 SPRING BEGINS26 Equestrian Committee Meeting

@ 7:00pm27 City Council Meeting @ 7:00 pm

Blue Butterfly Trail WalkExperience this impressively restored 28-acre nature preserve withits lush oasis of riparian habitat and home for the rare Palos Verdesblue butterfly. Moderate. No Reservations required.

RHE Resident Fee - $275 • Non-Resident Fee - $299Sat 3/10 9:00 am Linden H. Chandler Preserve

s a friendly reminder, businesslicenses expire December 31,

2017. Please renew your businesslicense by January 31, 2018, in orderto avoid late penalties. Businesslicenses are required for any business conducted in the City. Thisincludes any home businesses,equestrian service providers such asveterinarians, farriers, feed and haydeliverers, horse exercisers or therapists, haulers, group trail rides,trainers, etc. Therefore, if you own a horse and/or board horses onyour property and have equestrian service providers conduct business on your property or on the bridle trail next to your home,please advise them to obtain a 2018 Business License from City Hall,4045 Palos Verde Drive North.

Questions may be directed to the City’s Finance Department at (310) 377-1577.

ABusiness License Renewals Due

hen a holiday falls on a weekday, collection will be delayedone day for the remainder of the week….

• Due to the Christmas holiday, pick-up will be scheduled for Thursday, December 28, 2017• Due to the New Year’s Day holiday pick-up will be scheduled for Thursday, January 4, 2018

Questions? Call 1-800-774-0222

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Waste/Recycling Holiday Pick-UpReminder

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REGISTRATION INFORMATIONREGISTRATION INFORMATIONPLEASE PRINT:

Name E-mail

Address City & Zip

Home Phone Work Phone

Emergency Name Emergency Phone

Participant’s First Name Last Name Age Class Name Day/Week Time Fee

1. To register, complete and mail form to address below with check or money order. YOUR CANCELED CHECK IS YOUR RECEIPT.2. No refunds will be made after the first class meeting. All requests must be made in writing. Please allow 3-4 weeks for refund. A $10 administrative feeper person, per class will be deducted from all refund requests. FULL REFUND given only if class is canceled.

MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO: “CITY OF ROLLING HILLS ESTATES”MAIL REGISTRATION FORM AND PAYMENT TO: CITY OF ROLLING HILLS ESTATES, ATTN: RECREATION

4045 PALOS VERDES DRIVE NORTH, ROLLING HILLS ESTATES, CA 90274

RELEASE OF LIABILITY - Signature required for all participantsI have elected to participate in the recreation activity stated above. In consideration for and as a condition of such participation, I agree to assume any and

all risks arising out of or incident to such participation. I further agree to indemnify and hold harmless the City of Rolling Hills Estates, its instructors, agents,officers and employees from any and all claims, damages, losses, expenses or any person, arising out of or incident to my participation in this recreation activity.I hereby represent that I understand and am familiar with the nature of the activities in which I will participate in this recreation program, that I am in good

physical health, and that I do not have physical or emotional conditions, past or present, of which I am aware, which would in any way affect my ability to participate in this activity.

Signature of Participant (18 years or older) Signature of Parent/Guardian if under 18

FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ON CLASSES, PLEASE CALL (310) 377-1577, EXT 100NO CONFIRMATION WILL BE SENT. YOU WILL BE NOTIFIED ONLY IF YOUR FIRST CHOICE CANNOT BE FULFILLED.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS!2018 City Special Events

APRIL 18 Earth Day Celebration

MAY 5 Mayor’s Breakfast Ride

JUNE 8-10 PV Street Fair & Music Festival

JULY 20-22 Tracy Austin Tennis Tournament

AUGUST 11 The Hills Are Alive 5K/10K Race

SEPTEMBER 15 City Celebration

OCTOBER 28 Prepared Peninsula Emergency

Preparedness Expo

DEC 1 Peninsula Holiday Parade of Lights

And back by popular demand…Summer Movie Nights – dates TBD!

ou can now register for City recreation classes and tennis lessons on the City’s website www.RollingHillsEstatesCA.gov

under Parks & Recreation. Your online application is submitted to the City’s Community Services Department – your registration is completed and processed once payment is received (by mail or in person only).

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Register for City RecreationClasses and Tennis LessonsONLINE!

ake sure to Recycle Rightand Recycle Often….M

• bottles, cans and paper• Keep items dry• No trash, food, greenwaste,clothing and plastics bags inblue recycling bin

Be of GREEN Cheer