Sep 2002-4 San Diego Sierra

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OFFICIAL BALLOTVoter Guidelines

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LYNNE BAKER

DIANE SMITH

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The purpose of this ballot is to elect FIVE (5) members to the SanDiego Chapter’s Executive Committee and give an advisory voteon the length of terms for "ExCom" members. The ExCom governs and acts on behalf of the Chapter, so it is very importantthat you vote. Each person elected will serve a two-year term.

All votes are secret. It is necessary to verify that ballots are froman eligible voter. Please write your Sierra Club membershipnumber on the ballot – it can be found on your Hi Sierran mail-ing label. Ballots without valid numbers will be disqualified.Though the number will be verified, the name of the voter isnever disclosed.

VOTE FOR NO MORE THAN FIVE (5); see pages 20 and 21 forcandidate statements. Write-in candidates are allowed. Ballots mustbe received by 5pm, Monday, October 7, 2002. Fold ballot and put in an envelope.

HAND DELIVER OR MAIL TO:ExCom Elections, Sierra Club, San Diego Chapter, 3820 Ray Street, San Diego, CA 92104.

SPECIAL ADVISORY VOTE:Do you favor increasing the term in office for ExCom Members from two (2) to three (3) years?

* See arguments for and against on p. 22

YES NO YES NO

YOUR SAN DIEGO SIERRA CLUB

MEMBERSHIP NUMBER:

JOINT MEMBERSHIP?

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FOR ELECTION

COMMITTEE ONLY:MEMBERSHIP NUMBER VERIFIED?

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2002 OFFICIAL BALLOT – VOTE FOR NO MORE THAN 5.MAKE SURE YOU HAVE WRITTEN YOUR MEMBERSHIP NUMBER AT TOP OF PAGE.

Print your Sierra Club membership # above

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EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE CANDIDATES (BALLOT ON PAGE 19)

We in the San Diego Chapter of theSierra Club play a vital role in our com-munity, both through our conservationand political efforts and through ouroutings and other activities. Protectingand enjoying the environment go handin hand, but it is unique to combinethese in a single organization. This isour strength, but it does not comewithout effort. Different focuses meansdifferent priorities, and this leads todisagreements. Financial difficultiesexacerbate the situation.

It is up to the ExecutiveCommittee to look at the Chapter as awhole and create an environmentwhere all groups prosper. To do this,ExCom needs to listen to and workconstructively with all Chapter entities.Getting the Chapter on sound financialfooting is essential, but we also needbetter communication so we can under-stand each other’s needs and worktogether to achieve our common goals.

The challenges we face as wecontinue to "explore, enjoy and protect"the environment in San Diego andImperial Counties are daunting. To dothis, we need sound finances, goodcommunication and cooperation, and apositive, can-do spirit. With your vote,I will work to achieve these goals.

My qualifications: Sierra Clubmember for 18 years, actively involvedin the SD Chapter since 1996. Currently,Co-Chair and Treasurer of theConservation Committee and Co-Chairof the Conservation Action Network(CAN). Back-packer and outdoorenthusiast since childhood. In my sparetime I am a chemistry professor at SDSUwhere I teach General Chemistry and doresearch on chemical sensors.

I am running for re-election because somany of our great volunteer membershave asked me to continue my activerole in the Chapter.

The Chapter is currently fac-ing great financial difficulties. Ourdaily expenses and mandatory expens-es (insurance for outings, dues to theNational and state Club, publicationcosts) have increased dramatically overthe past two years while donationshave continued to lag. Difficult deci-sions will be required in the next fewmonths and ExCom will need strongleadership. Experience in the workingsof the Club both financially and organi-zationally will be required to help over-come our current crisis.

As an active member of theClub and current member of ExCom, Ihave the knowledge and skillsrequired, and will continue to be com-mitted to responsible fiscal manage-ment in support of the most importantresource our organization possesses,you the members.

I am an active member of andcurrently Chair of the PoliticalCommittee, Manager of the ChapterBookstore, have served as Chair of theMembership Committee, serve onnumerous subcommittees, and am atthe Club’s offices on an almost dailybasis. I am also a member of the mayorof San Diego’s EnvironmentalAdvisory Committee and serve as amember of the city’s Housing AdvisoryBoard.

Endorsed by Chapter Chair EllenShively, North County Group ChairDavid Butler, members Larry Klaasen,Glenn Torbet, Jim and Edie Harmon,and numerous volunteer members.

As a 20 year member of the Sierra Club,I have participated in Outings, Singles,land use, and political activities. Whata pleasure it’s been to meet so manydedicated people!

With a background in engineering andbusiness management, my focus is ongoals and tangible results.

MY GOALS FOR EXCOM:• Improved fundraising, to allow alarger office and the continuation ofthree or more paid staff.

• Strengthening the committee structure.

• Renewed emphasis on objectives andmeasurable progress.

• Close coordination with Audubon,National Wildlife Federation, etc.

• Close involvement in current regional, county and city planning,which will guide development for thenext 10-20 years. Smart Growth mustbe truly smart, with better mass transit,more parks, and firm protections forrural areas, habitat, wetlands andcanyons.

Our politicians have promised that newdevelopment will improve or maintainthe quality of life, and I want to holdthem to their word!

DIANE SMITH RICHARD MILLER TOM MULLANEY

(candidates cont. next page)

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EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE CANDIDATES (BALLOT ON PAGE 19)

If reelected, I will strive to achievethree goals:

(1) Attainment of fiscal accountabilityand responsibility by section, commit-tee, group, and ExCom officers.

(2) Replenishment of the Chapter’streasury.

(3) Enhancement of the Chapter’simage to the media, elected officials,regulators, and voters.

To achieve those lofty goals I will worktirelessly to persuade the Nationalboard to restructure the revenue shar-ing, cut overhead to the Chapter, andeliminate unfunded mandates. At aminimum, I will demand that the duescollected by National be passed throughto the Chapter in a sufficient allocationto defer the costs of operating our office,employment of at least two full timechapter employees and one contractor,and payment of administrative over-head mandated by the Board.

I believe I am highly qualified for con-tinued service on EXCOM. During myprevious term, I have not only learnedthe intricacies of Club financial manage-ment and chapter administration, butalso I have become aware of the needsand operations of our Chapter.

I remain dedicated to the retention ofthe Hi Sierran in its present format andthe frequency of publication, as well asthe renovation and maintenance of theFoster Lodge.

Sierra Club Service Highlights:1996-97Stopped building on banks of SanDieguito River Park.

1998-99Chair Parks Committee, ConservationCommittee, Zoo Working Group,Carlsbad’s Box Canyon planting barrierprogram – thwarted blasting, RamonaSalvation Army Camp EIR call, CityCanyons Task Force.

2001-02Land Use Committee - focused onRegional transit & road planning andthe County General Plan 2020.Politically active.

Who am I? An engineer and an attorney, I practicedClean Water Law and successfullydefended the first unified stormwaterand point source discharge permitagainst challenge by the shipyards (probono). My husband Ken and I havebeen members since 1981 – and havethree sons, Matthew 10, Jeshua 8 andDaniel 3.

Philosophy:Build consensus to produce results.Longtime leaders in the club honoredme by asking me to serve the earth inthis way. A strategic thinker, I will helpthe club be an effective local voice.

Questions? [email protected]

My name is Kenneth Smokoska and Ihave been a member of the Sierra Clubfor almost 20 years, the Los Padres chap-ter first and the last 4 years here in SanDiego.

I currently chair Air Qualityand serve on the Energy, Fund Raisingand Transportation committees. I havealways been an outings type of guy(Yosemite, Paria, Canyon de Chelly,Sespe and others). That was until I start-ed the Ventura County Clean AirCoalition. We were a collaboration ofenvironmental, government, educationand business groups that received aDepartment of Energy "Clean Cities"designation for all of SouthernCalifornia (SCAG & VCOG). I have theskills to bring diverse parties together toachieve measurable results.

Our chapter needs to raise thefunds necessary to promote, developand expand our many successful proj-ects. I will bring creative professionalleadership to the chapter and I ask foryour vote.

JOHN E. WILKS LYNNE ANNE BAKER KENNETH SMOKOSKA

BALLOTS (SEE PAGE 19) DUE BY

5PM, OCTOBER 7TH! SEND TO:

EXCOM ELECTIONS, SIERRA

CLUB, SAN DIEGO CHAPTER,3820 RAY STREET, SAN DIEGO,

CA 92104

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Contributions and gifts to the Sierra Club are not tax-deductible as charitable contribu-tions, as they support our effective citizen-based advocacy and lobbying programs

I do care about the important work the Sierra Club doesto protect the planet, and here is my donation....

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THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!$1000 - All $500 level items, plus theSierra Club Book ‘Songbirds’

$500 - Both Calendars, 2 Passes to NatureKnowledge Workship, 2 passes to HolisticWeekend at Foster Lodge

$250 - 2003 Wilderness and EngagementCalendars, Excursion Bag

$100 - 2003 Wilderness Calendar

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ARGUMENT AGAINST CHANGING EXCOM MEMBERS’TERM OF OFFICE FROM 2 YEARSTO 3 YEARS

I oppose changing the present Bylawrule for ExCom members from a two-year term to three years, for three reasons:

1. We are not likely to attract bettercandidates by the change. It may havethe opposite effect, deterring attractivecandidates unwilling to make such along commitment.

2. The present Bylaw is not a "termlimit" law, as we know it in the politi-cal arena. Any ExCom member may,under the present rule, run for re-elec-tion to a new two-year term as manytimes as they desire – as several pres-ent members are now doing.

3. If an ExCom member is unable, orunwilling, to run for a new two-yearterm under the present rule, he/sheprobably will not be sufficiently moti-vated to be an effective member dur-ing the third year of a three year term.

Robert Simmons, ExCom Member

ARGUMENT IN FAVOR OF CHANGING EXCOM MEMBERS’ TERMS OFOFFICE FROM 2 YEARS TO 3 YEARS

In 1997/98 a ballot measure was presented to the Chapter membership askingthem to decrease ExCom terms from 3 years to 2 years. The proposal passedwithout much interest from the membership-at-large.

In the year prior to the change, ExCom had experienced a large turnoverrate due to resignations, and it had been difficult to recruit new members to run.The thinking at the time was that it would be easier to recruit and keep peoplefor a 2-year term versus a 3-year term. Since the change, it has proven no easierto recruit people and there continues to be a high turnover.

Another unfortunate side-effect has been that shorter terms have madeit more difficult for ExCom to govern effectively. We have found that the com-plex problems which arise within the chapter are best addressed by building pro-grams for long-term solutions, something that is compromised by shorter terms.

A related consideration is the dramatic learning curve a new ExCommember faces once elected. Each member is expected to grasp chapter finances,budgeting, management, issues between groups, and ongoing policy issues con-cerning National and State chapters. Add to this a myriad of other importantpolicy and procedural matters associated with being a Chapter of a largeNational organization, and it is clear that ExCom members need time at theirpost to govern the chapter most effectively.

Given these considerations, and the fact that ExCom members workwith volunteers, it makes sense to have a system that helps retain them. It is withthis in mind that we recommend that you vote to change ExCom terms of serv-ice back to 3 years, with no more than one third (1/3) of the total members to beelected at any one time.

Richard Miller, ExCom MemberCarolyn Chase, Past Chapter ChairLarry Klaasen, Past Chapter Chair

BALLOT ADVISORY VOTE ARGUMENTSEXCOM TERM LIMIT TO BE CHANGED FROM 2 TO 3 YEARS

CAST YOUR VOTE ON THISIMPORTANT ISSUE ON OUR

OFFICIAL BALLOT, P. 19!

CUT FUND APPEAL FORM HERE AND SEND TO OUR OFFICE WITH YOUR CHECK OR PAYMENT INFORMATION

I CARE!SEND YOUR PAYMENT AND THIS FORM TO: SIERRA CLUB, SAN DIEGO CHAPTER, 3820 RAY ST., SAN DIEGO, CA 92104-3623

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OutingsGRADING SYSTEM

The grade is a 3-part code describing the difficulty of the outing. The first part,a capital letter, refers to the difficulty of the trip; the second part, a number,states the number of miles that will be traveled on the longest day; and the lastpart, another capital letter, refers to the total elevation gain or loss for the day.

OUTINGS CHAIR: Jim Matlock 858–748–4634OUTINGS EDITOR: Pauline Jimenez 619–660–9898(e-mail [email protected])MASTER CALENDAR/COL DATABASEHS OUTINGS COORDINATOR: Jim McCleary, 760-294-1627 (e-mail [email protected] and submit outings to Jim.)CAR POOL INFORMATION

For environmental reasons, the Sierra Club strongly recommends car pooling.However, for insurance reasons, COLs cannot arrange car pools, althoughmembers may voluntarily arrange them among themselves. The COL andother trip participants may (or may not) be present at an arranged car poollocation. The Sierra Club and its leaders can assume no responsibility for thedrivers or the vehicles.

Please offer to help reimburse your driver. A suggested guideline is basedon typical total operating expenses (not just gas): one passenger - 9 cents permile; two passengers - 7 cents per mile each; three passengers - 5 cents permile each; four passengers - 4 cents per mile each. Tolls, entrance or parkingfees should also be split among the passengers. If you switch cars, you shouldstill pay your original driver the suggested round trip cost.EL CAJON CAR POOL - Take I-8 to Los Coches Road. Exit south andthen left on Camino Canada. Thomas Bros. 1252, 1-D, 2001. (Formerlyone block south of I-8 at 2nd St exit.)GROSSMONT CAR POOL - Drive east on I-8, exit Jackson Drive and turnleft. At the next light, turn right to Murray Drive. From I-8 west, exitJackson Drive and go straight across the intersection. The Park & Rideis next to the Red Lobster Restaurant (do not park in the restaurant’shalf of the lot).MIRA MESA CAR POOL - From I-15, go west at Mira Mesa Blvd. Takethe first right into the Park & Ride lot.MISSION VALLEY CAR POOL - Take I-8 to the Qualcomm Way off-ramp.Go west on Camino de la Reina. Park on Camino del Este near Caminode la Reina. Meet near the NE corner of Camino del Este and Caminode la Reina.NORTH COUNTY CAR POOL - Take I-15 to Via Rancho Parkway exit, gowest toward orange-colored plaza. The Park & Ride is behindMcDonald’s.RANCHO BERNARDO CAR POOL - Meet 200 yards east of Pomerado Roadon Oaks North Drive. For hikes in the area of Cuyamaca and LagunaMountains, leave Rancho Bernardo 10 minutes earlier than fromMission Valley.RANCHO PEÑASQUITOS CAR POOL - Take I-15 to Rancho PeñasquitosBlvd/Poway Rd exit. Go one block west on Rancho Peñasquitos Blvd.The Park & Ride is on the south (left) side of the street behind theUnocal gasoline station.CARLSBAD CAR POOL – From I-5, exit La Costa Avenue. Drive east;take the first left into the Park & Ride lot.

Example: M8C is a moderately difficult day hike which requires going8 miles on the longest day, and which could climb or descend up to2,000 ft. (C) in any one day.

DIFFICULTY MILEAGE ELEVATION CHANGEThis is the number ofmiles, rounded to thenearest mile, traveledon the longest day ofthe trip.

E EasyM ModerateH HardS StrenuousV Very Strenuous

A less than 500 ft.B 500-1,000 ft.C 1,001-2,000 ft.D 2,001-3,000 ft.E over 3,000 ft.

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Petition Drive for WildernessContact Camille Armstrong - 858-566-5676,[email protected] or Larry Hogue - 858-452-6654,[email protected] Mountain Cleanup Help restore one of San Diego's precious desert areas!Organization, lunch and archaeological presentation provided by Bureau of Land Management.Saturday, September 28, time and precise location TBARSVP with number in party, mailing address, to: Dallas Meeks, BLM: [email protected], or (760) 337-4453

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AUG 30, FRI, 9:00PM

Deadline to sign up for COL I leader training.For details, see page 26 of July/August HiSierran.

SEP 1/SUN/V20E

SAN GORGONIO OVER THE TOP

Ldr: Byron Cook 619-888-2831Asst: Mark BrownWe'll hike "the whole mountain" from VivianCreek up 5500' to the summit (highest inSouthern CA) in 7.8 miles, then down theother side to South Fork trail head (another11.3 miles). We'll "car camp" or you can stayin an inexpensive hotel in Forest FallsSaturday night. Call starting Tue, Aug 27.

SEP 5/THU/H7C

IRON MOUNTAIN SUMMIT

Ldr: Allan Fein 858-679-7920Asst: NeededCome join us for a brisk conditioning hike upto the top of Iron Mountain, where we'll havebeautiful, 360-degree, sunset views. I-15 toRancho Peñasquitos Blvd/Poway Rd exit.Drive east 8.8 mi to Hwy 67. Turn right, parkon east side of road. Wear shoes with trac-tion! Bring jacket, flashlight, and water. Wedepart promptly at 5:55pm, unless eveningrain cancels.

SEP 7-8/SAT-SUN/E0A

BLAIR VALLEY ASTRONOMY CAMP

Ldr: Edward Earl 858-635-9361Asst: NeededThis primitive desert car camp will focus onobserving celestial wonders through binocu-lars and telescopes. Features include planets,star clusters, galaxies, nebulae, and the spec-tacular summer Milky Way. Call leader forinformation and sign-up.

SEP 7/SAT/M3B

TORREY PINES

Ldr: Phil Ensberg [email protected] (preferred)Asst: Kerry EnsbergWalk beside the pines and stroll the beach atsunset. We will climb from the entranceparking lot to the pines, descend by BeachTrail to Flat Rock, and return to the parkinglot along the seashore. Moderate to briskpace. Limited to 12. Contact leader betweenSep 1 and Sep 6 for required sign-up. Raincancels.

SEP 10/TUE/M5B

FORTUNA MOUNTAIN

Ldr: Cecilia Hernandez 619-286-4542Asst: Kristi AndersonEvening hike, moderately-fast pace, startingat Mission Dam. Wear shoes with traction

and bring water and jacket. For informationand required sign-up, call or leave message.Limited to 15.

SEP 11/WED/M4B

TORREY PINES

Ldr: Allan Fein 858-679-7920Asst: NeededJoin your fellow North County Coasters on thissocially paced, conditioning hike along thecliffs at the seashore. Take I-5 to Carmel ValleyRd exit. Drive west to Pacific Coast Hwy 101;turn left. Drive to Torrey Pines State Reserveentrance, park on right, outside entrance. Wearshoes with traction! Bring jacket, flashlight,and water. We depart at 5:55pm, unlessevening rain cancels.

SEP 11/WED/M5B

LOS PEÑASQUITOS CANYON

EXERCISE HIKE

Ldr: Jeanne Dunham 619-298-9128 or (858)450-3123Asst: Glenn Dunham Set your own pace for a fast conditioning hikein Peñasquitos Canyon. Leaving the west endparking lot on Sorrento Valley Blvd at 5:30pmsharp. Rain cancels.

SEP 13/FRI/E4A

MOONLIGHT ON THE BAY

Ldr: Karen Smith 619-422-3236Asst: NeededBarques, brigantines, schooners! See them asMoonlight on the Bay visits Festival of Sail's tallships. Start at 6:30pm near fishing pier rest-rooms, Embarcadero Marina Park South.Eighth Av west from Harbor Drive (behindConvention Center), pass Chart House, park atmeters (free after 6pm, Thos. Bros. 1289 A4).We'll see ships close up, but not go aboard.Bring at least $5.00 donation for SD Chaptergeneral fund, jacket, walking shoes. No reser-vations necessary. Please, no pets. Rain can-cels.

SEP 13-16/FRI-MON/V11E

SHEPHERD'S PASS TO

WRIGHT LAKES BASIN

Ldr: Byron Cook 619-888-2831Asst: Mark BrownIn this exploratory Sierra backpack we'll crossShepherd's Pass into Wright Lakes Basin, try tobag Mt. Tyndall, and gaze affectionately at Mt.Williamson. Call ASAP.

SEP 14/SAT/E3A

DIXON LAKE

Ldr: David Butler 760-489-8842Asst: Angie ButlerTake I-15 to El Norte Parkway exit (northEscondido). Go east 3 mi to Dixon Lake sign.

Turn left on La Honda, go up hill. Park inlarge parking lot outside main entrance.Wear shoes with traction (no aerobic tennisshoes) and bring sun protection and water.We depart at 9:00am, unless rain cancels.

SEP 14/SAT/E3ASHEPARD CANYON (TIERRASANTA) DAY HIKELdr: Bob Muldrew 858-292-8405Asst: NeededWe'll start at 9am and take a leisurely, 2-hour loop hike through open space in thecommunity of Tierrasanta. Much of thetrail is in two branches of Shepard Canyon(and through part of Mission TrailsRegional Park). Toward the end we'll stopat a quiet, 2-3 acre lake to rest and have anoptional (bag) lunch. (Besides hiking, we'llbe discussing the resurrection of theFamily section.)

SEP 14/SAT/H9C/ EARLY MORNING IRON MOUNTAINLdr: J. Armando Valencia [email protected] (preferred)Asst: Susan BaltesI-15 to Rancho Peñasquitos Blvd/PowayRd exit. Drive east 8.8 mi to Hwy 67. Turnright, park on east side of road. Wear hik-ing boots and bring 3 quarts of water.Fast/moderate pace through Ellie LaneTrail, up to Iron Mountain and back to trailhead on Hwy 67. Optional: Bring loadedbackpack for that extra workout (get readyfor our last trip to the high Sierras)!Limited to first 12. Contact leader (emailpreferred) for reservations.

SEP 14/SAT/S11ETAHQUITZ RIDGELINE LOOP HIKELdr: Tom Hoffman 760-931-5484Asst: COL NeededA challenging climb from Humber Park totrek cross country along the Tahquitz Peakridgelines to Red Tahquitz Peak, thenreturn by trail via the lookout tower.Expect bushwhacking, rock and boulderscrambling. Bring 4 quarts of water, lunch,flashlight, and hiking boots. Fast pace, tenhiker limit. For reservations, call leaderfrom 7-10:00pm starting on Monday, Sep9th. Heavy rain cancels.

SEP 15/SUN/M3BGLENN'S VIEWLdr: Alicia Cobb 619-294-3979Asst: NeededJoin us for this moderately paced hike onthe loop trail to Glenn’s View in Julian.From the top, view Cuyamaca and LagunaMountains, the Anza-Borrego desert, andthe Salton Sea. After the hike, stay andhave lunch in the pine-covered picnicareas. Call to sign up by Monday, Sep 9th.Limit 10.

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SEP 15/SUN/H12A/ EARLY MORNING

PEÑASQUITOS CANYON

Ldr: J. Armando Valencia [email protected] (preferred)Asst: Charity DominicModerate to fast pace from the westernentrance to Peñasquitos Canyon to waterfountain in the eastern side of the canyon.Enjoy the deer, hawks, birds, ducks. Early inthe morning we just might be treated toother wildlife! Wear sturdy hiking boots andbring 2 quarts of water. Optional: carry afully loaded backpack for a better workoutand more fun! Limited to first 12. Contactleader (email preferred) for reservations.

SEP 15/SUN/S10E

MT BALDY (10,064')

Ldr: Kevin Woolworth 858-874-3644Asst: NeededModerately fast paced hike on trails with anelevation gain of 3600 feet in 5 miles. Bringyour essentials and be prepared for hotweather. Call leader starting 9/9 to sign up.

SEP 18/WED/M7BWED IN MTNSLdr: Ellen Shively 619-479-3412Asst: NeededWe begin a new season with our traditionalpotluck lunch on Middle Peak in theCuyamacas. Shaded walk. Bring food toshare. Meet at 9:00am at dirt parking lot onthe right 1.5 mi north of Paso PicachoCampground where Hwy 79 makes a sharpturn to the right. Carpools leave MissionValley 8:00am, El Cajon 8:15.

SEP 18/WED/H6CMOUNT WOODSON NORTH LOOPLdr: Allan Fein 858-679-7920Asst: NeededJoin us as we take the longer, scenic way tothe top of Mount Woodson. Take I-15 toRancho Peñasquitos/Poway Rd exit. Driveeast 8.8 mi to Hwy 67. Turn left, drive 3 mi.Park on side of road. Meet at CDF stationentrance. Wear shoes with traction, no aero-bic tennis shoes! Bring jacket, flashlight, andwater. We depart at 5:55pm, unless eveningrain cancels.

SEP 21/SAT/H12DSAN JACINTO PEAK DAY HIKELdr: Sharon Rhodes (619) 482-2113Asst: Alice FichandlerCome join us in hiking the easy (?) way up toSan Jacinto Peak from the Palm Springs aer-ial tramway. Will see great views from boththe peak and the tramway (cost approx. $20,AAA and military discounts available).Wear sturdy boots; bring three quarts ofwater and lunch. 15 hiker limit. Call leaderfor meeting location, reservations, and infor-mation 7-9:00pm Sep 16.

SEP 22/SUN/M7B

HELLHOLE CANYON OPEN SPACE

PRESERVE

Ldr: Tina Pollock 858-675-2077 [email protected]: Sierra Club member neededModerate conditioning hike close to LakeWohlford. See Hell Creek and charming oakglens while getting into shape. Sturdy shoesand 1 quart water needed. Call (7-10:00pm) oremail leader for directions and sign-up.Limited to 15.

SEP 25/WED/M5B

LOS PEÑASQUITOS CANYON EXER-

CISE HIKE

Ldr: Jeanne Dunham (619)298-9128 or (858)450-3123Asst: Glenn Dunham Set your own pace for a fast conditioning hikein Peñasquitos Canyon. Leaving the west endparking lot on Sorrento Valley Boulevard at5:30pm sharp. Rain cancels.

SEP 25/WED/M8B

WED IN MTNS

Ldr: Dale Laney 619-574-6838Asst: NeededHike century-old Kelly Ditch Trail among oak,pine and cedar. Meet at unpaved parking loton right side of Hwy 79 (about 2 1/2 mi northof Paso Picacho Campground and 1/2 minorth of fire station) at 9:00am. Carpools leaveMission Valley 8:00am, El Cajon 8:15. Raincancels.

SEP 28/SAT/S14E

SAN JACINTO PEAK LOOP HIKE

Ldr: Tom Hoffman 760-931-5484Asst: COL NeededA challenging climb from Humber Park to trekcross country from the peaks (Miller, SanJacinto, Jean, Marion, and 9144), and thenreturn by trail. Expect bushwhacking, rock andboulder scrambling. Bring 4 quarts of water,lunch, flashlight, and hiking boots. Fast pace,limited to ten hikers. For reservations, callleader from 7-10:00pm starting on Mon, Sep23. Heavy rain cancels.

SEP 29/SUN/H9B

SPRING TO SPRING LOOP HIKE

Ldr: Mark Russakoff [email protected]: Doug HansenHike to the same Dyar Spring you rememberfrom sixth grade camp. Stop for a snack, andthen on to Granite Springs for lunch in theshade. Keep your eyes open for mule deer andwild turkeys. Carpools leave at 8:00. Callleader for signup and details. Rain cancels.

OCT 2/WED/M6APEÑASQUITOS CANYON - EASTAPPROACHLdr: Karen Alldredge 858-484-5460Asst: Needed

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Join us for an evening hike in PeñasquitosCanyon. Wear sturdy shoes. Bring jacket,water and flashlight. I-15 to Ted Williams/56exit. Go west on 56 to Black Mtn Rd. Left onBlack Mtn Rd. Turn in Canyonside Parkdriveway (traffic light). Meet at back (end) ofparking lot. Limited to 12 hikers; call leaderbeginning Sep 23 for required reservations.

OCT 2/WED/M10A

MULE HILL/SAN PASQUAL VALLEY

TRAIL

Ldr: Pat Gifford 858-453-4595Asst: NeededWe’ll hike the whole length of San DieguitoRiver Park’s beautiful new trail, then shuttleback. It is mostly flat terrain through theagricultural preserve with a 300’ undulatinghill that overlooks the river. From I-15, exit atVia Rancho Pkwy, go east. Turn right at thefirst light (Sunset Drive) and continue toparking near Sike’s Adobe.

OCT 4/FRI/E8A

LAKE MIRAMAR (SCRIPPS RANCH)

Ldr: Shelley Warnick [email protected] Asst: Kerry EnsbergGo at own pace, adjust distance if needed.Enjoy lake’s water birds, chaparral slopes.Paved, wheelchair accessible, restrooms.From I-15, proceed east on Mira Mesa Blvdtwo short blocks until street ends, turn south(right) on Scripps Ranch Blvd, then east (left)on Scripps Lake Dr to entrance on left. Meetnear snack bar 4:30pm, start 4:45. Optional:www.ci.san-diego.ca.us/water/recreation.

OCT 5/SAT/M4A

TORREY PINES

Ldr: Jonathan Eckhardt 619-463-0216Asst: NeededEnjoy an afternoon walk by the blue Pacific.For anyone new to San Diego, this is a must.Call leader for time and required sign-up.Group limited to 15.

OCT 5/SAT/M6B

BLUE SKY TO LAKE POWAY LOOP

Ldr: Kerry Ensberg [email protected] (preferred)Asst: Phil EnsbergJoin us for a late-afternoon hike beginning atBlue Sky Ecological Reserve. We'll cross overto Lake Poway, complete the loop trail andhead back the same way we entered.Moderate to brisk pace past oaks, riparianwoodland, sage scrub, and chaparral.Limited to 15. E-mail or call leader betweenSep 28 and Oct 4 for required sign-up.Heavy rain cancels.

OCT 9/WED/M7B

WED IN MTNS

Ldr: Wanda Zack 760-438-8764Asst: Needed