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THE LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE OF SAN BENITO COUNTY

MAY 18, 2018

UT ABO & T OU OF DA R N E L CA TS EV E N

A supplement to the Hollister Free Lance

Natural attactions impress at Pinnacles National Monument

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Old Pinnacles Trailhead MAY 18, 2018

The Best Hike at Pinnacles National Park

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CAPTIVATING A 7.5-mile loop in Pinnacles

National Park beholds namesake rocky pinnacles, the unique talus caves, and the resident California condor.

STORY & PHOTOGRAPHS BY

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hen one thinks of Pinnacles National Park, three special features come to mind: the park’s namesake rocky pinnacles, the unique talus caves, and the resident California condor. Years ago, Barry Breckling, the now retired ranger at Henry Coe State Park, told me about his favorite 7.5-mile loop hike that passed through two of those features and would likely lead to an encounter with the third.

Charlie, a dear friend from Marin County, is fairly new to hiking. Now in his mid-60s, Charlie regularly combs the hills near his home.

“I realized I live in an area surrounded by open space,” he told me. “It was time to get out and see why people had worked so hard to save it. Now, I know. It’s terrific out there.”

Talking Charlie into joining me on Breckling’s loop at Pinnacles was an easy sell. We set a date. ➝ 4

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Pinnacles National Park is a surprise and a delight.

On a weekday morning in early April, we pulled in to a quiet visitor center parking lot at the park’s east entrance south of Hollister on State Route 25. There is also a west side entrance to the park at the end of State Route 146 out of Soledad in the Salinas Valley. The west entrance has limited facilities—no camping or visitor center—and does not connect with east side entrance.

I spoke with Beth Hudick, a park ranger quick to sing the park’s praises.

“Pinnacles is a beautiful, beautiful park,” says Hudick. “What I really love about it is the diversity.

We have five different ecosystems with tremendous biodiversity.

There’s so much to see here.”

In her role as Head of Interpretation and Education Division, Hudick was in the midst of running the Spring Science Camp.

“Every April, we have a science camp for fourth- and fifth-graders from six nearby schools,” she says. “They camp overnight, and we do some environmental education.

For many of the kids, it is their first time camping. It’s a lot of fun.”

After paying the day-use fee in the visitor center, Charlie and I returned to the parking lot to solve our hike’s one “catch”: ➝ 13

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Join Gold Coast Rods at the 16th annual Country Cruise & Car Show. Enjoy the show of custom and classic cars and trucks, drawings throughout the day and DJ Joe Playing oldie favorites. There will also be a 50/50 drawing and Awards of Excellence will be presented including Best of Show, People’s Choice and Club Participation awards. Sunday May 20, 8am-3pm beginning Downtown in Historic San Juan Bautista. For more information, visit goldcoastrods.org.

Don’t miss The South Bay Polo Tournament Series Season Kick-Off benefitting New Dawn Equine Rescue. This free event includes South Bay Polo’s first tournament of the season, raffles, silent auction and the first annual Rookie Cup, where all six riders are locals. Wine, beer and Smokin 208 BBQ Company will all be available for purchase. See a polo tournament, sip local wines and support this local equine rescue Saturday, May 19, 11am-5pm at South Bay Polo, 1290 Masten Ave. Visit southbaypolo.com.

Don’t miss the Portuguese Festival May 19-20 at SDES Portuguese Hall, 695 Seventh St. Enjoy the “Queen Coronation” and dance Saturday, May 19, 9pm at the hall, and return Sunday, May 20 for the parade. The parade route begins at the hall and ends at Sacred Heart Church for 11am mass followed by the serving of Portuguese sopas, games and an auction. Dinner and dancing will be held at the hall at 6pm. For information, call 831.801.5584.

Head to The GardenShoppe for a book club that isn’t too serious.

Join Boozy Bees Book Bonding to read and discuss fun books—without thinking too hard. The decision on which books will be read will be made at the first meeting. Bond with some boozy bee book readers Thursday, May 24, 6-8pm at The GardenShoppe, 364 Seventh St. Visit tinyurl.com/y7p44ae3/.

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WWII historian holds Gilroy book signing

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an Jose writer Dave Gutierrez who wrote the true story of an all-Mexican American World War II will make an appearance from 2-4pm May 19 at the Gilroy Barnes and Noble Store.

A new edition of his book, titled “Patriots from the Barrio,” from Westholme Publishing is now available at bookstores.

Company E in the 141st Regiment was an original Texas National Guard Unit and composed entirely of Mexican Americans from the barrios of Texas. The film rights to the book were recently obtained in Hollywood by actor/ producer Wilmer Valderrama.

The author’s relative, and onetime Bay Area resident, Ramon G. Gutierrez, served in Company E and would become one of only a few Americans to be decorated for valor on the battlefield by the Soviet Union during WWII. “They were part of one of the more unique and historical US. Army units and I wanted to make sure that their sacrifice and honor to their country was not forgotten,” David Gutierrez said.

Company E was part of the famed 36th Division. Young Mexican Americans from Del Rio, Uvalde, Kingsville, Laredo and San Antonio would join the unit in early 1941. The 36th Division was

deployed to North Africa in early 1943 and, in September of 1943, they spearheaded the allied landing at Salerno, Italy.

Company E would go on to fight up the Italian peninsula towards Rome at Mount Rotondo, San Pietro and the disastrous Rapido River Crossing. In January of 1944 the 36th Division would lose over 2,000 men in a span of 48 hours during the attempts to establish positions across the Rapido River.

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Join REI for 24-hours of fun in the outdoors of Mount Madonna County Park at the REI Bay Area Campout. Enjoy a great community space including a camp lounge, trail mix bar and solar phone charging. REI will create a camp kitchen, gourmet s’mores bar, community campfire and will cook morning coffee and pancakes. REI will create the space, campers just bring their food, tent and sleeping gear. Space is limited. Join the campout Saturday, May 26, Noon-May 27, 11am at Mount Madonna County Park, 7850 Pole Line Road, Watsonville. Visit tinyurl.com/y7ydcx2x.

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HOLLISTER COMEDY NIGHT Head to Leal Vineyards for a night of laughter, dinner and music. Guests will enjoy the comedy of Johnny

Peña, a three-course dinner by the live+love+léal culinary team and dance to the live music of Got 2 Groove. Guests must be 21 or older to attend, and dress to impress with collared shirts

and no ball caps. Enjoy a night of comedy Friday, May 18, 6-10pm at Léal Vineyards, 300 Maranatha Dr. For more information, visit lealvineyards.com.

tickets early as no tickets will be sold at the door. Saturday, May 19, 3-6pm at Aroma Cellars, 650 San Benito St. Visit tinyurl.com/ ybppwzc8.

BINGO BLING & WINE Play Bingo and have a glass of wine while enjoying appetizers and dessert from local restaurants at Bingo Bling & Wine. Ticket includes one glass of wine, appetizers and jewelry from Paparazzi Jewelry. Ticket holders will also receive jewelry to donate to CASA of San Benito County, Chamberlain’s Children’s Center or Emmaus House. Jewelry will also be available for separate purchase for $5 plus tax per piece. Purchase

CLASSIC COUNTRY Witness the best of Cowboy Country with Terry Brown and The Classic Country Kings. Born and raised on a ranch in Oklahoma, Brown lets his country roots shine through his music. Enjoy the finest classic country and rock from the ’60s, ’70s and ’80s as well as Brown’s award winning original songs Thursday, May 24, 6:30-9:30pm at The Grove, Léal Vineyards, 7511 Pacheco Pass Highway. Visit terrybrownmusic.com.

FAMILY PICNIC

Head to Coyote Valley Open Space Preserve for a family picnic in the park.

This program is designed specifically for children of all ages with their families. Younger guests will enjoy a toddler walk along the meadow’s edge with educational activities and storytelling, while older children take a 1-mile hike up to a scenic overlook. Both groups will meet back at the meadow and are invited to bring a picnic to enjoy under the trees. Sunday, May 20, 11am-1pm at Coyote Valley Open Space Preserve, 550 Palm Ave, Morgan Hill. Visit openspaceauthority.org.

BEERS AND BANDS Don’t miss The Chicano All Stars at The Alehouse. Wear those dancing shoes and witness as The Chicano Allstars play Latin Rock, Rhythm & Blues, Old School and danceable Reggae. Catch the show Friday, May 25, 7-10pm at Grillin & Chillin Alehouse, 401 McCray St. Visit tinyurl.com/ya9hxnpf.

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LOBSTER BOIL Enjoy a wonderful afternoon at the 13th Annual Fernwood Cellars Lobster Boil. This intimate event features great wine, food, and music along the banks of picturesque Little Arthur Creek. Enjoy fresh Maine Lobster, jumbo prawns and Andouille sausage boiled with corn, garlic, onion, potatoes and Castroville artichokes, served

Join the Northern California volleyball community at The Grass Man’s inaugural tournament and outdoor volleyball festival. The tournament hosts three events—Doubles, Quads, and 6-man—with a variety of adult and youth divisions. Participants may compete in one, two or all three events.

Great prizes awarded to division individual champions. Registration closes Wednesday, May 23, no walk-up registrations. Saturday, May 26, 8am-Monday, May 28, 5pm at Morgan Hill Outdoor Sports Center, 16500 Condit Road, Morgan Hill. Visit thegrassman.org.

with sourdough baguettes and drawn butter. Guests will take home a special Lobster Boil Riedel glass. Saturday, May 19, 4-8pm at Fernwood Cellars, Redwood Retreat Road. Visit fernwoodcellars.com.

AROMAS ELECTRIC CARS Don’t miss the gathering of electric cars in downtown Aromas at the Aromas Electric Car Show. Attendees will have the opportunity to see electric cars up close and personal, take a test ride and learn the difference between the Bolt, Volt, Leaf, Model S, Model X and other models from their owners. Also

enjoy live music by the Recurrents, great Mexican food available from Marshall’s Market and a lot of fun.

Wednesday, May 30, 5-8pm at Blohm Ave. and Carpenteria. Visit mbeva.org/events.

SALINAS ZOO FUNDRAISING Enjoy an evening of partying in the roaring 20s at the 2018 Monterey Zoo EARS Fundraising Gala.

Many “wild things” will join the party as attendees experience a heartwarming zoo presentation, live and silent auctions and music and dancing to the Alison Sharino Band. Also enjoy fine food, wine and spirits. Proceeds from ➝ 11

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MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES Head to the Mental Health Resource Fair at the Gilroy Library to discover resource tables from local organizations and attend informative lectures in either English or Spanish. Also learn the

stress-relieving benefits of adult coloring, sample chair massage, enjoy yoga for adults and children and take part in arts and crafts for all ages. Saturday, May 19, 10am-2pm at Gilroy Library, 350 W. Sixth St. For more information, call 408.842.8207.

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BLUSHING PINK Clos La Chance and Guglielmo bring home gold, bronze medals from Experience Rosé Competition.

South Valley wineries take home medals

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he blooming popularity of all things pink meant a record number of submissions to the 2018 Experience Rosé Competition, held on April 18 at Soda Rock Winery in the heart of Healdsburg’s Alexander Valley. An outstanding breadth of rosés in every possible hue, from the faintest hint of pink, to cherry soda, hailed from across the nation and from afar.

South Valley wineries medaled, including 2017 Clos La Chance Colibri (Gold) and Guglielmo Grignolino (Bronze).

The overall winners all clock in under $25, making this the best

bang for your buck category ever.

Best of Show and Best Domestic Dry: 2017 Draxton Pinot Meunier Rosé, Napa Valley, $18.

Alluring tea rose notes, cherry pie and fresh strawberries. Flows like a ballroom dancer. Awarded 100 points.

Best Domestic Sparkling: NV Domaine Laurier Brut Rosé, California, Method Champenoise, $12.99.

Solid fine-bubbled sparkler with cranberry-pom core and plenty of zip.

Best Domestic Sweet: NV Penns Woods Winery Moscato Rosé, Pennsylvania, $24.

Like a summer day at your favorite

county fair, brimming with sweet strawberries, cotton candy and pink raspberry lemonade.

Best International Dry: 2017 Marquis de Goulaine Rosé d'Anjou, $11.99.

What you dream about from Provence: floral and fresh as a spring morning, with abundant fruit yet lots of savory notes.

Best International Sparkling: NV Tarantas Sparkling Rosé, Valencia DO, $10.99.

Super dry with galvanizing citrus, dried strawberries and red currants. Relentless!

Visit winecompetitions.com for a complete list of winners.

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Join the Faultline Derby Devilz for a drink before kicking off the next work week at Sunday FUNday with the Derby Girlz. Head to the Longhouse and enjoy live music from the Bombshell Bullys, raffle prizes and a great time. The Devilz will be traveling as far as Idaho this year and are raising funds for their travel season. Have a drink with a derby girl Sunday, May 20, noon-2am at The Longhouse, 8195 Monterey St, Gilroy. Visit, tinyurl.com/y7gtud4w.

the evening will benefit the elephants of EARS and animals of Monterey Zoological. Saturday, May 19, 5-10pm at Monterey Zoo & Vision Quest, 400 River Road.

For information, call Monterey Zoo at 831.455.1901.

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MUSICAL THEATER Witness as Tenderly: The Rosemary Clooney Musical offers a fresh, remarkably personal and poignant picture of the woman whose unparalleled talent and unbridled personality made her a legend. Follow Clooney’s journey from childhood to her rise to Hollywood stardom and learn about

WORKPLACE INVESTIGATIONS Employers are invited to join the Gavilan Employer Advisory Council for the interactive seminar, Conducting an Effective Internal Investigation.

Learn practical skills necessary to conduct an investigation into allegations of employee misconduct including standard of proof, assessing credibility, how to ask effective questions, how to prepare an investigation report that will withstand legal challenge and more. Cost is $55 for nonmembers, $40 for members and breakfast is included. Wednesday, May 23, 7:30-10am at Hilton Garden Inn, 6070 Monterey Road, Gilroy. To register, contact David Sambrano, call 408.216.6145 or email david.sambrano@edd.ca.gov.

CLASSIC ROCKIN’ Plan a rockin’ night out with JJ Hawg Band at Johnny’s Bar & Grill.

Guests will be treated to all their favorite classic rock, blues, country and funk songs. Enjoy the great

MUSHROOM MARDI GRAS Don’t miss the 39th annual Morgan Hill Mushroom Mardi Gras Festival. The festival star is the mushroom, visit educational displays, cooking demonstrations and food vendors showcasing mushroom dishes while enjoying two live stages of entertainment along with strolling musicians and street performers. Kids will enjoy games and rides at Munchkinland and attendees will find foods and beverages to please everyone’s palette. Also featured is a handcrafted artists area and a 10k/5k Fun Run. Memorial Weekend, Saturday, May 26, 10am-7pm and Sunday, May 27, 10am - 6pm at the Downtown Morgan Hill Amphitheater Grounds and Depot St, 17000 Monterey Road, Morgan Hill. Visit mhmmg.org.

ACOUSTIC NOMAD Join singersongwriter Nomad, of the band Drifting Compass, as he plays solo acoustic songs that inspire, enlighten and get booties groovin’ at Grillin’ & Chillin’ Ale House. Enjoy original heart-on-sleeve, travel-worn songs as well as select covers to sing along to. This free show will be held Sunday, May 27, 4-7pm at Grillin & Chillin Alehouse, 401 McCray St, Unit B24, Hollister. For more information, visit nomadicbliss.com.

SUMMER DANCING Strap on dancing shoes and head to Dance @ Dunne, Fridays from May-July, part of the Summer Arts @ Dunne Program. Enjoy Zumba every Friday, 5:30-6:15pm, in addition to a new dance form each month.

In May participants will dance the Hula following Zumba from 6:307:30pm. This program is free and open to all ages. Do some summer dancing Fridays, through July 27, 5:30-7:30pm at Dunne Park, 600 West St, Hollister. VIsit tinyurl. com/yb2ocbu9.

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ALZHEIMER’S BENEFIT Enjoy a great afternoon and evening full of fun entertainment for a great cause at the first annual Night in the Garden to Benefit Alzheimer’s.

Guests will be treated to heavy appetizers, libations and plenty of great live music from Cook N Fenny, Bluehouse and The Jones Gang. This event will benefit those suffering from Alzheimer’s and

all proceeds will be applied to the 1st Note Production’s Alzheimer’s Walk Page. Registration is free, suggested $30 donation is requested per person, and voluntary donations will be requested throughout the show.

Celebrate life and defeat this terrible disease Saturday, May 19, 3:30-9pm at Casa de Magee, 771 Carla Way, Gilroy. Visit tinyurl. com/y88agtsw.

MEDITATION COACHING Meet experienced happiness coaches who teach self-development tools and techniques at Breathe Meditate Be Happy. Attendees will learn about the direct connection between breath, mind and emotions, experience guided meditation and receive an introduction to the Art of Living Foundation’s renowned Happiness Program. Also learn about practical tools and techniques to effectively eliminate stress and anxiety and experience energy and happiness throughout the day.

Sunday, May 20, 11am-12:30pm at City Council Chambers, 17575 Peak Ave, Morgan Hill. Visit tinyurl.com/yap3vv6p.

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it ends at Old Pinnacles Trailhead, but begins at the Bear Gulch Day Use Area, a mile and a half away.

With gentle diplomacy and my best panhandling skills, I roamed the parking lot hoping to hustle a ride between the two trailheads. My first target, a young couple visiting the park from San Jose, was headed in the same direction. They were glad to help us out.

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Pinnacles was promoted from a national monument to a national park in 2013. Since then, visitation has steadily grown.

“We are not a large park,” according to Ranger Hudick. “On weekends, it can be pretty busy, especially in spring. But midweek, even in the early morning or late afternoon on weekends, you can hike for hours and see only one or two people.”

The ranger’s words were prophetic. At the end of a 1,500-foot climb up the Condor Gulch Trail, Charlie and I stepped onto the High Peaks Trail. We had seen no one and would encounter very few people on our long traverse through the forest of volcanic spires ahead.

A warning to those fearful of heights: paths through otherwise impassable portions of the High Peaks Trail climb chiseled toehold staircases and scoot along narrow side-stepping ledges, all secured by stout railings, but across heart-stopping exposures that will cause some to shake in their boots.

At a broad overlook at the top of the High Peaks, we stopped for a break. After several minutes, Charlie pointed 20 feet up to the top of the rock spire beside us. A huge

black bird with a bald red head and a face only a mother could love busily preened her plumage, totally unconcerned with our presence. It was the first of several California condor sightings.

At the trail junction, we started down the back side of the High Peaks into beautiful Juniper Canyon. Few trails pass through such a lovely landscape. More lush than the east side, Juniper Canyon is an artistic assemblage of rock spires, gray pines, a dense understory, and spring wildflowers. Twice on our descent, we looked up to see a California condor drift silently overhead, held aloft by a ten-foot wingspan.

The Juniper Canyon Trail ended at the west side parking area where we stepped on the Balconies Trail and turned toward home. After a half-mile, we entered a narrow slot between two rock walls, the entrance to the Balconies Caves.

We ducked under massive boulders pinched fast by the narrowing gorge. Soon, following the beam of my flashlight, we were ducking, scooting, and sliding through total darkness.

After our hike, I spoke to Jayme Simmons, to learn more about the caves and the park’s geology in general. Simmons is a visitor use assistant at Pinnacles who has a geology degree. “There are a lot of attractions at Pinnacles, but the amazing volcanic rock formations are the reason we became a park,” says Simmons. “They have ridden the San Andreas Fault 200 miles north from the Lancaster area in southern California. Our talus caves were formed by some amazing boulders that have fallen into canyons. They are one of the rarest forms of caves in the world and they house 14 species of bats.”

We emerged from Balconies Caves and walked two level miles back to the car. Tired, but exhilarated, Charlie said our Pinnacles loop had more than met his hike-reward requirement. We had seen amazing sights—a very short distance from home.

Avoid the summer heat, but in spring or fall, Pinnacles National Park is a surprise and a delight.

“There’s so much to see here,” says Hudick. “It’s a really incredible place.”

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