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Return to Panhe Annual event takes place March 26 at San Mateo Campground EYE ON SC/PAGE 9 Aztec dancers perform during the 2015 Panhe event. This year’s event takes place on Sunday, March 26, at the San Mateo Campground.

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Community Rallies after Marblehead Elementary Teacher Dies Unexpectedly

Five things San Clemente should know this week City Council Opposes TCA Routes, Opts for Arterial Roadways THE LATEST: Since a settlement was reached last year between environmental organizations and the Transportation Corridor Agencies (TCA) to not build a toll road through environmentally sensitive areas, alternative routes have been provided by the TCA, and some are still designed to go through San Clemente.

The City Council on Tuesday, March 21 voted to send a letter to the TCA opposing all toll roads that go through San Clemente, but they wanted to advocate for options that expand and create an arterial route that connects I-5 to Ortega Highway from a middle section between Mission Viejo and San Juan Capistrano (estimated by the map) and consider extending La Pata to Cristianitos Road.

These wouldn’t necessarily be toll roads, Mayor Kathy Ward said. Instead, she said they should be arterial ways and not additional highways. However, Ward said, that means the TCA wouldn’t pay for them because their money is tied to creating toll roads.

One route would travel through the open space that winds down from the northwest portion of San Clemente and snakes down toward the I-5. Two other routes would likely increase traffic in the Shorecliffs neighborhoods by connecting together at or near the Camino de Estrella exit.

There’s another option that’s not on the TCA maps that City Council thought could be feasible: a “South County beltway,” which, in theory, would create roads that would circulate between the 241 and the 73, making east-to-west mobility easier.

Studies were done on this in 2008, but it was not found to be feasible by Caltrans.

City Council voted to put in the letter that they would like to have this reconsidered as an alternative.

The settlement last year guaranteed that no toll roads would be built through the San Mateo Watershed and other environmentally sensitive areas and required the TCA to establish a $28 million conservation fund to help with watershed improvements.

WHAT’S NEXT: City Council members said San Clemente Times March 23-29, 2017

On March 18, demonstrators stood at the corner of Avenida Pico and Calle Frontera in San Clemente to promote mental health discussions in the community. Photo: Courtesy of Green Ribbon Club

they want to have a meeting with TCA officials in the near future to discuss which routes will be studied and considered.

“I think this is the time for the community to come together, essentially a call to arms, to oppose the toll roads,” Council member Chris Hamm said. “I’d hate to see us pit neighbor against neighbor. We need to oppose all of these options.”

“The only way to understand this is to dissect each alternative that’s been proposed,” Council member Tim Brown added.

A full map of the TCA proposals is available at www.san-clemente.org under the Government tab. Click City Council and Agendas under 3/-21-revised agenda.

—Eric Heinz

Green Ribbon Club Hosts Demonstrations across South OC THE LATEST: If you were driving through one of South Orange County’s busy intersections on Saturday, you may have noticed the signs.

“Mental Health is Bipartisan.” “Be the Change.” “#BreaktheSilence.” “Students against Suicide.”

The Green Ribbon Club, a San Juan Capistrano-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit focused on spreading awareness of mental health issues, held five demonstrations across South Orange County on March 18 in response to a string of recent suicides in the area. About a dozen students gathered at the corner of Avenida Pico and Calle Frontera in San Clemente—as well as in the neighboring cities of Dana Point, San Juan Capistrano, Ladera Ranch and

Laguna Beach—to show support for community mental health.

The Green Ribbon Club is a volunteerled, grassroots advocacy organization that aims to reduce the stigma surrounding mental illness in Orange County. Comprised of South Orange County students and recent graduates who have lost friends to either suicide or addiction, the club’s hope is to begin reducing the number of suicides and overdoses within the community by making mental health a household discussion.

According to club organizers, four youth suicides occurred in South Orange County within the first three months of 2017. With suicide rates on the rise in Orange County, demonstrators aimed to get the attention of local politicians and community leaders and encourage them to prioritize community suicide prevention.

Nonprofit chairman and CEO Brian McInerney, of San Juan Capistrano, said Saturday’s demonstrations went well, with more than 30 participants between the five cities working to begin a public discussion in each community about mental health.

WHAT’S NEXT: McInerney said student club members have put $2,000 of their own money into the nonprofit as startup capital, and now their focus is on fundraising, recruiting additional staff and finding board members to serve on their board of directors.

“We hope to start student clubs in at least two high schools within CUSD by the coming fall,” McInerney added.

To get in touch with the club, follow @thegreenribbonclub on Facebook and Instagram or @GRCtalkaboutit on Twitter.

You can also email the club at info@greenribbonclub.org. For more information,

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THE LATEST: Kristina Nusenow, 49, an elementary school teacher at Marblehead Elementary School, was found dead in her mother’s home on Saturday, March 18. Nusenow died in her sleep, according to people who were close to her.

Nusenow was regarded as one of the most proactive teachers at the school.

The Monday after her death, a table with flowers and a memorial box was placed in front of Marblehead Elementary.

Faith Morris, principal at Marblehead Elementary School, has been the head of the school for four years and worked closely with Nusenow.

“She was there at the opening of the school in 2001,” Morris said. “Before that, she taught at Ole Hanson Elementary School when it was open.”

Nusenow was a fourth-grade teacher.

“She was easily one of the five best teachers I’ve ever known,” Morris said.

“I have found that the best teachers don’t think they’re the best teacher, and they’re always looking for a way to reach kids.

There’s nothing she wouldn’t try if it would help kids.”

Nusenow was also a coach for the school’s after-school running club and served on the Marblehead Elementary leadership team.

“She was always the first one to sign up on training for something new,” Morris said. “And I think she was really involved in the kids’ lives. If one of her students had a play, she wanted to go to it. She was actually planning on going to a play for a former student next weekend.”

Chris Edman, Nusenow’s boyfriend of four years, was not with her when she died as she was staying at her mother’s home that night.

“I’m devastated, and I go from disbelief and denial to anger and back to the reality that she’s not coming back,” Edman said.

“Kristina was the most thoughtful, caring and giving person. She put any of her friends and me and especially her mom before herself. She was the absolute perfect gift-giver. She was just very clever, and she did anything for anyone at the drop of a hat who needed her. She was unlike anyone I’d ever met. She expected nothing in return.”

Edman said she was particularly dedicated to her students and made additional efforts to tend to their education.

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A table of flowers and boxes for people to submit condolences was on display at Marblehead Elementary School on Monday, March 20, in memory of Kristina Nusenow (inset), a teacher at the school who died unexpectedly in her sleep on Saturday. Photo: Eric Heinz, Inset: Courtesy

(Cont. from page 3) Marblehead, and I want all the kids to know that she thought all of her kids as very special and treated them all very uniquely,” Edman said. “Her nephew, she absolutely loved being his aunt. That was one of the things that gave her the most joy.”

According to Morris and Edman, there is no known cause of Nusenow’s death.

“This is a devastating blow to all of us,” Morris wrote in an email.

Marblehead has counselors on campus this week available to children and staff.

WHAT’S NEXT: There will be a memorial run at 4 p.m. on Friday, March 24, from North Beach to the San Clemente Pier.

Participants are asked to wear red, Nusenow’s favorite color.

Memorial services are scheduled for 2 p.m. on Sunday, April 2 at Saddleback Church, located at 1311 Calle Batido, in San Clemente. Nusenow is survived by her mother, her brother and his wife, and her nephew. People seeking more information about Nusenow can contact Chris Edman edmanl.chris@gmail.com. —EH

and I thought it was just a preliminary hearing or that we were on the way to a longer trial, but this is going to be it, my attorney says, and I doubt the judge will come out with a final judgment at that time as they usually take under submission and write it up,” Lutz said.

Lutz said he was told the hearing was rescheduled because the judge presiding over the case needed more time to review the evidence put forth. —EH

City Weed Abatement Program Starts

THE LATEST: The next hearing for the lawsuit against the California Coastal Commission’s permit awarded to SONGS to store spent nuclear waste will take place at 2 p.m. on April 14 in San Diego Superior Court.

Participants in the lawsuit have called this a pivotal moment in the case. The original date scheduled was for March 30.

THE LATEST: The city of San Clemente 2017 Weed Abatement Program is underway. Each year, the city sends out notices to owners of vacant lots in the city to clear weeds in order to clear out the excess foliage that can become fire hazards once warmer weather comes.

Officials emphasized the importance of the program this year.

“Due to the recent rains, we have experienced a substantial growth in both weeds and native habitat,” the city stated in a press release. “As we approach summer, it is especially important to reduce this fire potential. Once a property owner has cleaned their properties and trimmed all weeds to a height no higher than one inch from the ground, it must be maintained for the remainder of the year.”

Properties that have the native habitat should be thinned by 50 percent, according to the Orange County Fire Authority.

Property owners who do not comply by the deadline are billed for the cost for the city to do the removal for them.

WHAT’S NEXT: Citizens Oversight director Ray Lutz said it is his understanding that this will be the hearing that ultimately decides what will happen with the litigation.

“I understand that this is the big banana,

WHAT’S NEXT: The deadline for the removal of weeds and refuse is May 15.

For more information, contact Stewart and Associates, the city of San Clemente’s Weed Abatement Contract Administrator, at 949.498.9250. —Staff

SONGS Hearing Rescheduled for April 14

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Community SC Sheriff’s Blotter Meetings FRIDAY, MARCH 24

BLOOD DRIVE 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Coldwell Banker Beachside and the American Red Cross are hosting a blood drive. Coldwell Banker Beachside, 501 N. El Camino Real, Suite 150, San Clemente. 949.257.8354.

Coast Guard Rescues 25 from Sinking Ship off San Clemente Island

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U.S. Coast Guard officials rescued 25 passengers and crewmembers on Sunday morning, March 19, after their charter fishing vessel took on water near San Clemente Island.

The Coast Guard received a call at 2:51 a.m. on Sunday from the charter fishing vessel, named Truline, and sailors said they struck a “submerged object” and started taking on water about one halfmile south of San Clemente Island.

Coast Guard officials stated in a press release that they sent out a helicopter crew and a rescue response boat. A U.S. Navy ship operating in the area was also diverted to the location.

No injuries were reported in the incident.

A Coast Guard Sector San Diego MH60 Jayhawk helicopter crew, a Station San Diego 45-foot Response Boat-Medium crew and crew of the Coast Guard Cutter Sockeye were dispatched to the area. A U.S. Navy ship operating in the area also diverted.

“The Navy crew arrived on scene and assisted with dewatering the Truline,” the release stated. “At approximately 7 a.m., the Sockeye’s crew (a Coast Guard boat) arrived to relieve the Navy crew. Sock-

All information below is obtained from the Orange County Sheriff’s Department website. The calls represent what was told to the deputy in the field by the radio dispatcher. The true nature of an incident often differs from what is initially reported. No assumption of criminal guilt or affiliation should be drawn from the content of the information provided. An arrest doesn’t represent guilt. The items below are just a sampling of the entries listed on the OCSD website.

SUNDAY, MARCH 26

SAN CLEMENTE FARMERS MARKET 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Bundles of flowers, fresh produce and much more every Sunday.

Avenida Del Mar. TUESDAY, MARCH 28

SUNRISE ROTARY 7:15 a.m. San Clemente Sunrise Rotary meets every Tuesday at Talega Golf Course Signature Grille. 990 Avenida Talega. www.scsunriserotary.com.

SAN CLEMENTE TOASTMASTERS 7 p.m. The club meets every Tuesday, with doors opening at 6:30 p.m. for social and networking time. San Clemente Baha’i Center. 3316 Avenida Del Presidente, San Clemente.

805.794.0653. www.sanclementetoastmasters.toastmastersclubs.org.

BILY MEETING 7-9 p.m. Meets every Tuesday. Because I Love You helps parents find solutions to any crisis they are experiencing due to their children’s (adult or minor) poor choices. Presbyterian Church. 119 Avenida De La Estrella. www.bilysc.org.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 29

SAN CLEMENTE ROTARY Noon. The San Clemente Rotary meets every Wednesday at the San Clemente Municipal Golf Course Wedgewood Restaurant. 150 E. Avenida Magdalena. 949.233.7981. www.sanclementerotary.org.

KIWANIS SAN CLEMENTE Noon. Kiwanis San Clemente members meet to discuss projects that affect the area. Tommy’s Restaurant, 1409 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente. 949.366.5423. www.sanclementekiwanis.com DESIGN REVIEW SUBCOMMITTEE MEETING 3-5 p.m. The Design Review Subcommittee will host its regularly scheduled meeting. 910 Calle Negocio.

949.361.8200. www.san-clemente.org.

San Clemente Times March 23-29, 2017

Monday, March 20 CITIZEN ASSIST Camino de Estrella, 500 Block (11:42 a.m.) A woman said someone was hacking into her cell phone. Dispatchers thought she sounded as though she was on drugs, but she said she doesn’t do drugs. Dispatchers said she sounded “very erratic,” talking about not having children and that there was a “man inside her phone.”

KEEP THE PEACE Via Amapola, 2800 Block (10:58 a.m.) A man said his neighbor was reaching through the fence and cutting his foliage.

Sunday, March 19 SUSPICIOUS PERSON/CIRCUMSTANCES E. Avenida Palizada/El Camino Real (5:25 p.m.) A man was seen rolling a marijuana smoking device, or “joint.”

ILLEGAL PEDDLING Avenida Presidio/Avenida de la Estrella (12:43 p.m.) Police were called to a man who was asking for money by the I-5 onramp. The caller was concerned because the man had an open leg wound.

SUSPICIOUS VEHICLE Calle Iglesia/Calle del Cerro (9:50 a.m.) Police were called to a tan SUV with doors that were left open all morning.

INVESTIGATE PERSON DOWN El Camino Real, 200 Block (1:18 a.m.) Police were called to a man who was kicked out of one of the bars and hit his head.

Saturday, March 18 HIT-AND-RUN MISDEMEANOR Las Posas/ Camino Vera Cruz (10:56 p.m.) A woman said a juvenile on a motorized scooter ran into her vehicle and fled the scene.

SUSPICIOUS PERSON/CIRCUMSTANCE Avenida Del Mar, 200 Block (6:52 p.m.)

The caller reported a man wearing face paint, sunglasses and a black suit walked into the restaurant and ordered a drink.

The caller recalled he had his hand in his pocket.

Friday, March 17 SUSPICIOUS PERSON/CIRCUMSTANCES Avenida Victoria, 600 Block (11:44 p.m.)

A man said he was trying to use the restroom at the Pier, but a man approached him and told him to leave and not go back. The caller wanted police to talk with the man.

DISTURBANCE S. El Camino Real/Avenida Mateo (10:10 p.m.) Police were called to a man yelling at people in the street.

DISTURBANCE Avenida Pico/Avenida La Pata (11:44 p.m.) An Uber driver dropped a man and a woman off at their home and they were in a physical fight.

WELFARE CHECK Via Montego, 200 Block (12:46 a.m.) Police were called to a gold Cadillac sedan with unknown license plates. A man was reportedly passed out in the driver’s seat.

Thursday, March 16 SUSPICIOUS PERSON/CIRCUMSTANCES Manera Ventosa, 1400 Block (9:48 p.m.)

A woman said she was frightened by a man who was knocking on her door, asking if someone named “Cat” lived there.

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Twenty passengers are rescued by the Coast Guard Cutter Sockeye’s crew after the charter fishing vessel Truline began taking on water south of San Clemente Island, California, March 19. Five crewmembers stayed aboard to assist Sockeye’s crew with dewatering the vessel.

Photo: Courtesy of U.S. Coast Guard

eye ’s crew was able to keep up with the flooding, and the Truline (was) escorted to Newport Beach, California.”

Vessel Assist San Pedro arrived later and took over transferring the Truline to Newport Beach. The vessel was based out of San Pedro.

The Coast Guard is investigating the situation as to how the ship started taking on water and what it may have struck.

—San Clemente Times

DISTURBANCE Avenida Algodon, 100 Block (9:11 p.m.) On a second call to police, a man said he was punched in the ribs by his roommates after deputies left his residence.

SUSPICIOUS PERSON IN VEHICLE Avenida Pico, 900 Block (8:51 p.m.)

Police were called to a white RV in the area. The caller said people were throwing “items” into the storm sewer.

SUSPICIOUS PERSON/CIRCUMSTANCES Calle Sarmentoso, 1200 Block (7:20 p.m.)

Police were called to the bathrooms near the baseball fields for a man and a woman in a stall with a briefcase.

DISTURBANCE Avenida Algodon, 100 Block (8:07 p.m.) A woman said her roommate was banging on doors and walls, threatening to kill her.

DISTURBANCE Avenida Cabrillo/Avenida Palizada (4:10 p.m.)A woman was “going crazy,” the caller said, trying to hit people who walked by her.

WELFARE CHECK Avenida Pico, 900 Block (1:53 a.m.) The caller said a man had been at the gas pumps for almost two hours. www.sanclementetimes.com

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NEWS BITES COMPILED BY ERIC HEINZ

Young Marine of San Clemente to Travel to Guam, Iwo Jima Youth member of the Young Marines, YM Sgt. Maj. Cole Dorris of San Clemente, will escort World War II veterans to Guam and Iwo Jima for the annual Reunion of Honor. The island of Iwo Jima is open one day each year for this special event.

Dorris is a member of the South Orange County Unit of the Young Marines under the command of Mary Cardenas. The unit meets at Camp Pendleton.

Dorris will join Ret. Col. William P. Davis of the U.S. Marine Corps, who is the national executive director and CEO of the Young Marines. Dorris will also be joined by the six regional winners of “Young Marine of the Year,” the two winners of the Jimmie Trimble Scholarship, adult volunteers and other dignitaries from the Young Marines headquarters.

“Every person I’ve talked to who has been on this trip has given me only one descriptor of the trip: life-changing,” Dorris said in a press release. “I am beyond humbled and honored to be able to be in the company of the brave surviving men of the bloodiest battle of World War II. I look forward to being a representative and ambassador of the Young Marines and showing our everlasting gratitude and insurmountable moral debt to those who fought on the now sacred small island of Iwo Jima.”

Dorris joined the Young Marines at age

11, and currently, he is in his sixth year in the program. Ever since he was eight years old, he has been involved in the Boy Scouts of America, first as a Cub Scout, then Boy Scout, and now as an Eagle Scout mentor.

Cole Dorris is the son of Kristyna and Patrick Dorris. He has two older brothers who are in the U.S. Navy.

City Joins Nationwide Challenge for Water Conservation in April The San Clemente City Council approved for the city to participate in the 2017 Wyland National Mayor’s Challenge for water conservation. The challenge is a nationwide competition between residents to manage water resources, and residents of the winning city in each category will be eligible for prizes. Student participation in local schools also counts toward the total of pledges.

The competition runs from April 1-30.

The campaign was designed to see which communities, by percent of residents, can make the most online pledges to use water more efficiently, reduce pollution and save energy. To participate, residents enter online at www.mywaterpledge.com, and then make a series of online pledges to conserve water on behalf of San Clemente.

Cities compete in categories based on their population size. Residents of cities with the highest percentage of citizens who take the challenge in their population category are entered into drawings for hundreds of eco-friendly prizes, including home improvement gift cards, home irrigation equipment and a grand prize Toyota Prius. The challenge also features additional resources for residents to take their commitment to conservation even further, from regional water and energy resource issues to cost-saving tips at home.

New Ice Cream Store South Swell Ice Cream Store is hosting a grand opening on Friday, March 25, at its new San Clemente location, 137 Avenida Del Mar. The shop features vanilla ice cream bars dipped in chocolate with choice of toppings, as well as soda float options. For more information, visit www.southswellicecream.com.

San Clemente Times March 23-29, 2017

FAM’s Easter Celebration Family Assistance Ministries is looking for donations this Easter for families in need. Donations can be dropped off at their headquarters, located at 1030 Calle Negocio in San Clemente, by April 10. Donations can include Easter baskets filled with candy and small toys, plastic eggs filled with jelly beans and/or stickers, or monetary donations. For more information, contact Lorraine Hoon at lorraine@ family-assistance.org.

Special Fishes Swim Camp for Children with Special Needs The inaugural Special Fishes swim camp will take place noon to 2:30 p.m. from April 3-6 at the Ole Hanson Beach Club. The camp is intended to help people who live with forms of autism, Down syndrome, sensory problems and more. The camp will also offer strengthening classes for people who suffer from spinal muscular atrophy, cerebral palsy and other ailments. Registration can be done through the city of San Clemente’s Beaches, Parks and Recreation Department at www. san-clemente.org/recreation-community.

For questions about the program, call 714.352.9714.

Daughters of the American Revolution Honor Good Citizens

2017 Environmental Studies Scholarship

Cole Dorris. Photo: Courtesy of the Young Marines

San Clemente Boy Scout Troop 739 honored 10 of its members in achieving Eagle Scout rank on Sunday, March 19. Photo: Courtesy of Troop 739

The San Onofre Parks Foundation will award up to four $1,000 scholarships for graduating San Clemente High School seniors attending an accredited two- or four-year college or university in the fall of 2017. The application deadline is Saturday, April 15. The winner(s) will be honored during the Senior Awards Ceremony at San Clemente High School on May 18.

This year’s winners of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) Good Citizen Contest were announced at the San Clemente Island DAR Chapter’s annual Good Citizen Luncheon on March 8.

Four Capistrano Unified School District high school seniors were chosen to represent their schools based on the attributes of dependability, leadership, patriotism and service. Each Good Citizen contestant

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submitted a resume, transcript and letters of recommendation, completing the competition with a timed essay.

The contestants were Nico Zani representing Capistrano Valley High School, Sheila Abazari representing Dana Hills High School, Victor Mendoza representing San Clemente High School, and Julia Gordon representing San Juan Hills High School.

After arduous deliberation, three nonDAR judges chose Nico Zani from Capistrano Valley High School as this year’s winner. Nico received the chapter’s top honor and a $1,000 monetary award. The other Good Citizen finalists each received a $200 award.

Eagle Scouts Honored for Local Service Projects San Clemente Boy Scout Troop 739 held a Court of Honor on Sunday, March 19, recognizing 10 boys with their Eagle Scout Awards. The scouts completed local and international community service projects.

Tanner Wishart collected 820 pairs of shoes for people in need through the Soles for Souls program. Berkeley Harris built and installed a garden workbench for Las Palmas Elementary School. Caleb Robertson resurfaced a handicap trail at San Clemente State Beach. Emmett Hickey organized the Second Harvest Food Drive for the Liberty Park Ward. William Brown gathered essentials for deployed Marines during the holidays. Bennett Jorgensen cleaned up and landscaped the San Clemente Marine Monument, Park Semper Fi. Graham Miller coordinated with the city to adopt a Marine battalion, collecting and shipping goods. Abraham Dent helped refurbish and paint the San Clemente Pier.

Benjamin Hegewald installed water filters for three needy families in Nicaragua.

Trey Westbrook built a ticket booth for San Clemente High School.

Have something interesting for the community? Send your information to editorial@sanclementetimes.com. www.sanclementetimes.com

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Performances are held throughout the day at Panhe, an annual event that takes place this year on Sunday, March 26, at the San Mateo Campground. Photo: File

Return to Panhe

Annual event celebrates culture of native tribes

BY ERIC HEINZ, SAN CLEMENTE TIMES

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ach performance and honorary dedication at Panhe, an event named for the land on which it is held, is steeped in the area’s history. Generations of families return each year along with hundreds of other visitors to experience the day-long gathering that commemorates the land and the people for whom Panhe is a spiritual home.

The annual event, which returns Sunday, March 26, celebrates the culture of Native Americans and specifically the Juaneño Band of Mission Indians, Acjachemen Nation, who have called the land home for millennia. Descendants of the original tribe still live in South Orange County.

Officials with the event said Panhe will feature its recurring performances with Native American singers, dancers, flute circles, food, basketry demonstrations, speakers, artisans, plant demonstrations, vendors, museum exhibits and more. The day will be filled with various activities and native traditions and dances. There will also be a few newcomers to the event, including The Ecology Center from San Juan Capistrano and the Sierra Sage Group of South Orange County.

Martin Espino will host a booth for people to make musical instruments, and more attractions are slated to be on hand.

San Onofre Parks Foundation president Susan Goggins said Panhe has been an integral gathering of what the foundation aims to accomplish.

“It goes along with our mission statement of education and interpretation to let people know how important Panhe is,” Goggins said. “We want people to know about Panhe and the history of the area.

The location of Panhe in the San Mateo Watershed was once home to perhaps the

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largest settlement of Acjachemen tribe, which inhabited the area 8,000 years ago, according to archaeological research.”

Panhe is also a current area of contention. The land where Panhe is located abuts Camp Pendleton and is located on U.S. Navy land, which is leased to California State Parks. Members of the United Coalition to Protect Panhe contend the area has been slated for military training operations, which is to be used at the discretion of the military.

Artefacts from the original human settlers of the area are still found there, and researchers want to protect it from further erosion. Military officials said in past statements that the area provides a unique training opportunity for forces to practice tactics in efforts domestic and foreign. SC

EVENT INFORMATION Panhe will take place from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. on Sunday, March 26 at San Mateo Campground off Cristianitos Road at San Onofre State Beach, San Clemente. Admission is free.

Free parking and a round-trip shuttle will be available throughout the day departing from Concordia Elementary School, located at 3120 Avenida del Presidente in San Clemente.

The event is sponsored by the United Coalition to Protect Panhe and the San Onofre Parks Foundation, in partnership with California State Parks.

For more information, call the San Onofre Parks Foundation at 949.366.8599.

For a complete event schedule, additional information, membership and volunteer opportunities, visit www.SanOFoundation.org. www.sanclementetimes.com

SC SOAPBOX San Clemente

VIEWS, OPINIONS AND INSIGHTS

GUEST OPINION: Historical Happenings by Larry Culbertson

Join the San Clemente Times for Beachside Chat, Friday, March 24 at 8 a.m. at Café Calypso

Historic District Designation Could Benefit San Clemente

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an Clemente was incorporated as a city on Feb. 28, 1928, a little more than two years after Ole Hanson began selling lots from a tent located near where the Hotel San Clemente was later built. Our City Council has declared the last Saturday in February to be San Clemente Day to pay homage to our founding as a city.

On Feb. 28, 2018, San Clemente will officially turn 90 years old. Special celebrations are being planned, but we should HISTORICAL do more.

HAPPENINGS

By Larry An important part of Culbertson celebrating our history is recognizing and honoring the structures still extent from our founding years. We have 203 public buildings, commercial buildings and homes listed on the Designated Historic Resources and Landmarks List. In 2007, the city determined the 22 most significant of the 203 would be further designated as landmarks. Five of the 203 are important enough to our history that they have been placed on the National Register of Historic Places. All 203 are protected but not well recognized or acknowledged. If you travel down the streets

Letters to the Editor WITHOUT CONSENT, SAN ONOFRE BECAME A NUCLEAR WASTE DUMP GARY HEADRICK, Co-Founder San Clemente Green

Billions have been spent over the last fi fty years trying to come up with a permanent solution for nuclear waste. In 2016, the Department of Energy (DOE) adopted a policy of consent based siting to avoid the kinds of resistance they faced in the Yucca Mountain fiasco. Communities near proposed Consolidated Interim Storage sites in New Mexico and Texas are being enticed with financial incentives and unsubstantiated promises for their long-term safety. They will face many technical, legal and societal challenges, causing unpredictable delays. However, consent based siting does not apply to us. Instead, we have become the default nuclear waste dump, with no decision-making power over a ludicrous plan that is being imposed on us. It San Clemente Times March 23-29, 2017

of old San Clemente, you can usually spot the “Ole Hanson Houses” because of their characteristic look. But few have any indication of their importance to our history.

Thirty years ago, the San Clemente Historical Society initiated a program of medallions affixed to the most important historic buildings. A few of those still exist but most are gone. We are working on a new program that would make plaques available to all historic structures to help the public appreciate our heritage.

Another important tool the city needs to reconsider is the implementation of one or more historic districts. A historic district is a group of buildings, properties or sites that have been designated as historically significant. Not every building within a historic district needs to be historic. Some have hundreds of structures, others have just a few.

The idea of establishing historic districts was suggested in the Historic Resources Update that the city completed in 2006. In 2009, a Joint City Council/Planning Commission Workshop formally took up the issue in an “Analysis of the Potential for Designation of a Historic District in North Beach.” Another study was done by the outside consultant. Again, the consultant extolled the virtues of designating a

is a relatively cheap, shortsighted solution that leaves us extremely vulnerable.

The California Coastal Commission (CCC) approved Edison’s plan to partially bury nuclear waste in silos only inches above the rising sea level, 100 feet from the ocean, protected by a crumbling 15-foot sea wall, (an appeal is scheduled for April 14). One canister holding used fuel assemblies contains more radiation than was released at Chernobyl. Currently, about fi fty “Chernobyl Cans” are being stored, with another hundred to come out of pools. Transportation will not be allowed by the NRC if these are in questionable condition. Canisters can only be reloaded if returned to pools. Edison plans to dismantle pools once they are emptied. It is possible that damaged fuel assemblies have been placed into dry cask storage. If so, it could eventually result in an uncontrollable nuclear reaction, causing widespread contamination.

“Regulators” at the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) generically approved using short-term storage containers for hundreds of years if needed. The maker of these thin steel canisters admits cracking

Beachside Chat is a spirited, town hall forum on community issues, hosted by SC Times editor Eric Heinz every Friday at Café Calypso, 114 Avenida Del Mar. All are welcome. historic district at North Beach. Because of fear that such designation might delay two projects that were in the development pipeline, the City Council opted not to pursue the designation.

Those two projects were the Casino San Clemente and Playa Del Norte. Neither of those two projects happened. Fortunately, the Casino was marvelously restored, and the triangle lot will continue to provide much needed parking for the Beach Club, beach and trail users, Metrolink, and the historic buildings surrounding it.

It would serve the city of San Clemente well if the amazing transformations that have occurred in North Beach, downtown and the Pier Bowl would be designated as Historic Districts during our 90th anniversary San Clemente Day celebrations next year.

Larry Culbertson has been a resident of San Clemente for more than 10 years and is the vice president of the San Clemente Historical Society. SC PLEASE NOTE: In an effort to provide our readers with a wide variety of opinions from our community, the SC Times provides Guest Opinion opportunities in which selected columnists’ opinions are shared. The opinions expressed in these columns are entirely those of the columnist alone and do not reflect those of the SC Times or Picket Fence Media. If you would like to respond to this column, please email us at editorial@sanclementetimes.com.

is a problem and that it is not feasible to repair them. Even a microscopic crack can emit millions of curies of deadly radiation.

You could not choose a worse location to keep nuclear waste, in this fault-ridden tsunami zone. The facility was designed for a 7.0 earthquake, but USGS now predicts a 7.4, which is up to four times more powerful. More than 8.5 million people live within 50 miles. The long overdue “Big One” could destroy pools where 700-degree nuclear waste is being cooled.

If exposed to air, these fuel rods can spontaneously catch fire, releasing a constant plume of radiation into the environment. It can’t be put out with water. Edison dismantled the onsite fire department specialized in nuclear fires. NRC “regulators” have granted Edison an exemption for providing off site emergency preparedness, even though nuclear waste continues to pose a great danger to our communities.

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$500. Proceeds benefit the Institute.

24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point. 949.496.2274. www.ocean-institute. org/jazz-festival.

What’s going on in and around town this week

LIVE THEATER: ‘OUR TOWN’ 7 p.m. The premier of the classic play Our Town will be presented by the Laguna Niguel Community Theatre at the Sea County Senior & Community Center. Tickets are $20 for adults and $18 for seniors and military. Show runs through April 2.

24602 Aliso Creek Road, Laguna Niguel. www.lagunanigueltheatre.org.

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Thursday | 23 CASINO SAN CLEMENTE SPRING JAZZ SERIES 7 p.m. The second edition of Casino San Clemente’s Spring Jazz Series features music from the Ramon Banda Quintet.

General admission tickets are $10; and tickets that include a chicken or salmon dinner are $25. 140 Avenida Pico, San Clemente. 949.369.6600. www.springjazzseries.brownpapertickets.com.

SESSIONS AT STILLWATER 7 p.m. Listen to live music when artists from around the world perform together.

Stillwater Spirits and Sounds. 24701 Del Prado, Dana Point. 949.661.6003. www. danapointstillwater.com.

LIVE MUSIC: THE KALAMA BROTHERS 7-10:30 p.m. Listen to music from The Kalama Brothers at Iva Lee’s. 555 N. El Camino Real, San Clemente. 949.361.2855. www.ivalees.com.

Friday | 24 HOOS’GOW DAY AND FROG JUMPING CONTEST 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Join in on a San Juan tradition with Hoos’Gow Day and the fourth annual Frog Jumping Contest. Fiesta Association deputies will rove around town and “arrest” city slickers and other folks not wearing Western attire, and any man who is clean shaven. The Frog Jumping Contest at 4 p.m. is fun for all ages. The frog jumping contest will be held at Mission Grill. The festivities precede the 59th Swallows Day Parade on Saturday, March

LIVE MUSIC: FAMILY STYLE 7:30-11 p.m. Listen to music from Family Style at Iva Lee’s. 555 N. El Camino Real, San Clemente. 949.361.2855. www.ivalees.com.

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SATURDAY, MARCH 25: THE 59TH ANNUAL SWALLOWS DAY PARADE AND MERCADO STREET FAIRE 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Come celebrate the nation’s largest non-motorized parade and partake in a South Orange County tradition. The festivities are part of the Fiesta de las Golondrinas, which commemorates the annual return of the swallows to the San Juan Mission. The events of the day also celebrate the Old West. The parade starts at 11 a.m. The Mercado will be set up in Historic Town Center Park and will include shopping, music, food and beverages. Downtown San Juan Capistrano. 949.493.1976. www.swallowsparade.com.

25. 31721 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano. www.swallowsparade.com.

MISSION ART WALK 11 a.m. A docent-guided tour highlighting the art collection of rare paintings related to the Mission’s history. 26801 Ortega Highway, San Juan Capistrano.

949.234.1300. www.missionsjc.com.

LIVE MUSIC: HANS & JANINE 4 p.m. Join Waterman’s Harbor for live

music with Hans & Janine every Friday.

Waterman’s Harbor. 34661 Street of the Golden Lantern, Dana Point. 949.764.3474. www.watermandp.com.

OCEAN INSTITUTE JAZZ FESTIVAL 6 p.m. An evening of jazz music, food from local chefs, fine wine and craft beer, and an auction comes to The Ocean Institute on Friday. Admission is $125. On Saturday, a five-course gala dinner is rolled into the evening, starting at 5:30 p.m. Admission is

LIVE THEATER: ‘THE MIRACLE WORKER’ 8 p.m. Based on a remarkable true story, this inspiring and unforgettable play is an American classic that tells the story of Annie Sullivan and her student, Helen Keller. Tickets are $20, and the show runs through March 26. Stage II at the Camino Real Playhouse. 31776 El Camino Real, San Juan Capistrano. 949.489.8082. www.caminorealplayhouse.org.

LIVE THEATER: ‘ANGEL STREET’ 8 p.m. Angel Street focuses on a seemingly normal couple, but it turns out the suave Jack Manningham is slowly torturing his wife, Bella, into insanity under the guise of kindness. Angel Street still stands as one of the longest-running non-musicals in Broadway history. Tickets are $20, and the show runs through March 26. Cabrillo Playhouse. 202 Avenida Cabrillo, San Clemente.

949.492.0465. www.cabrilloplayhouse.org.

LIVE MUSIC: POUL PEDERSON 8-11 p.m. Listen to live music from Poul Pederson at Barnoa Wine Bar. 831 Via Suerte, Suite 106, San Clemente.

949.388.4378. www.barnoawinebar.com.

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At the Movies: Kristen Stewart is a Great ‘Personal Shopper’

BY MEGAN BIANCO, SAN CLEMENTE TIMES

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risten Stewart is one of the most polarizing actresses of her generation. People either like her or make fun of her. The Twilight franchise will always follow her around, unfortunately, but on the upside, she’s gotten to work with many respected filmmakers and actors outside of that. Stewart’s most impressive work has been Panic Room (2002), The Runaways (2010), Camp Xray (2014), Café Society (2016) and now her second movie with writer-director

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Olivier Assayas, Personal Shopper, might be her best performance to date.

Maureen Cartwright (Stewart) is spending some time in Paris after her brother’s death and is hired as a “personal shopper” for an A-list fashion designer, who doesn’t have time to run her own errands. For side work, she’s also a supernatural medium locating and communicating with ghosts and spirits lingering in houses and buildings. A certain spirit has been following her everywhere, but she can’t be sure if it’s a stranger or her brother.

Personal Shopper is everything you wouldn’t expect from a ghost story. There is a very effective eerie and creepy vibe throughout the film, but there is no suspenseful music score and no jump scares. Stewart does very well with the large amount of screen time and development she’s given, seeing as Maureen’s actions and reactions are the center of attention in all but two scenes. Those who are fans of Assayas or the female star will benefit the most from this piece as well as those looking for a unique character study with spookiness. SC Page 12

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e long da s and warm weat er of SEASON TO summer are here again. s ids ile out of classrooms across South range ount a season of endless ossibilities awaits t em. et er t e lan to it t e wa es or t e boo s t is summer local ids can benefit from t e o ortunities cam s around t e area are offering t is ear. ummer cam allows ids to be roducti e and sociali e during t e summer w ile e lor ing t eir interests and ossible career c oices. e e assembled a listing of some of t e best

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LEND A HAND THIS SUMMER

BY VICTOR CARNO

it t e sc ool ear coming to a close students are beginning to dedicate t eir time and effort toward local non rofits in t e tri cit area. e won t a e to loo far to find a local organi ation t at could would welcome an e tra and t is summer. ere are a few o tions.

THE ECOLOGY CENTER

Photo: Courtesy of The Ecology Center

www.theecologycenter.org wealt of nowledge e colog enter in an uan a istrano is a one sto s o for all information regarding t e reser ation of our lanet. e ater ffect is a rogram ran b local student ambassadors to further educate schools and communities on simple tips to help conserve water w ile c allenging locals to use reusable water bottles. e colog enter runs eco friendl wor s o s t roug out t e summer to gi e local ids tools to el t e en ironment.

FAMILY ASSISTANCE MINISTRIES

www.family-assistance.org Headquartered in San Clemente, Family Assistance Ministries (FAM) is a faith-based non rofit organi ation wit one mission assisting t ose in need in range ount . et er it be wit food s elter or counseling casts suc a wide net of el t at t ere is an assortment of volunteer opportunities; an t ing from el ing organi e a food dri e to clerical duties to tutoring a c ild. eac out to t e organi ation for u coming fundraisers and e ent o ortunities.

COMMUNITY OUTREACH ALLIANCE

www.communityoutreachalliance.com ommunit utreac lliance focuses on e ui ing students wit t e necessar tools to ma e smart decisions and act as commu nit role models sta ing free from drugs and alco ol. i e bac w ile also a ing fun as em owers ids to lead out lliance clubs and acti ities t at include ideogame e ents fis ing tri s comed nig ts and more. is more t an sim l olunteering it is a lifest le o en to all ages.

Photo: Courtesy of The Reserve at Rancho Mission Viejo

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Exploring nature and leaving the cell phone behind

BY ERIC HEINZ

Our natural surroundings are often overlooked in today’s technologically immersed way of life. And that’s to the detriment of our next generation of kids—getting out in nature is good for the mind, body and soul. Luckily for kids in South Orange County, getting away from the hustle and bustle is easier than it may seem. A quick drive in any direction and you’re outside the urban jungle.

The Reserve at Rancho Mission Viejo Throughout the summer, the Richard and Donna O’Neill Land Conservancy offers programs for all ages to enjoy. Currently, the conservancy is hosting stargazing events and seeks volunteers for various activities.

Located past the western border of San Juan Capistrano, the Reserve is home to a bounty of wildlife and open space.

On June 3, The Reserve will host “Ready, Set, Summer Family Walk” from 9-11:30 a.m. and will include summertime games and activities.

The walk is intended for ages 6 and up and is $5 per attendee.

For more information on Reserve events, visit www.rmvreserve.org.

San Clemente Beach Conservation Junior Environmentalists The San Clemente Beach Conservation Program is planning to offer a “Junior Environmentalist certification rogram t is s ring and summer to involve local youth looking to have fun at the beach. Anyone participating in three of the program’s beach cleaning events from April to August will receive a “Junior Environmentalist certificate.

“With 12 beach cleanup events scheduled from April through August, this is a perfect opportunity to have some fun in the sun and get educated on the effects litter has on our beaches and ocean,” said executive director of the program, Shon Miller. “The Friday evening cleanups are at the San Clemente Pier, and free s’mores and pizza will be offered. At the Saturday events at San Onofre State Park campgrounds, there is free parking, breakfast and coffee. It’s a great way to meet new friends, connect with the local community and have fun at the beach all at the same time.”

Go for a Bike Ride Riding a bike is one of the simplest joys of summer. Various trails for biking are available throughout Dana Point, San Clemente and San Juan Capistrano. Search for route maps on the respective city websites, www.san-clemente. org, www.danapoint.org and www.sanjuancapistrano.org.

Brenda Miller, a co-founder of the PEDal bicyclist advocacy group, said the areas where the city and county are currently making imro ements will benefit c clists t roug out t e southernmost point of Orange County. ome bi e trails in an lemente are s ecifi call secluded from traffic gi ing riders and parents of young riders—peace of mind.

Miller said the construction project along . l amino eal leading to t e acific oast Highway will give people almost nine contiguous miles of uninterrupted trail.

Search for local bicycle rental shops within the three towns.

Hike Tenaja Falls Located just outside Lake Elsinore, Tenaja Falls Trail offers a serene experience outdoors far from urbanity. It’s best to go with the kids on this trip.

“A pleasant half-hour hike will take you to Tenaja Falls, with a dramatic sight when water is flowing,” according to the Cleveland National Forest website. “Spring is the best season to view the falls as active wildlife flock to the water and an abundance of wildflowers and birds are present. The trail winds another 2.1 miles up the canyon ending the Morgan Trail.”

Visit www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/cleveland/ recarea for more information.

r e m m u S t s i L g n i d a Re Libraries in the tri-cities have options for book worms

BY MATT CORTINA

The library has long been a place for curious minds to explore and be inspired. Luckily the libraries in the tri-cities are well-stocked with media and expertly staffed by librarians who can put the right book, magazine or movie into the right hands at the right time.

Our libraries also host regular events throughout the summer, which engage kids and teaches them important lessons in a fun, social setting.

Whether it’s reading to a dog, participating in a dress-up story time or watching a kid-friendly movie, the libraries have numerous ways to help young minds grow.

DANA POINT LIBRARY

READ TO A DOG

Multiple dates throughout the summer The Dana Point Library hosts Read to a Dog sessions throughout the summer, which is shown to help children improve reading skills and boost their self-esteem. Check back with the library for event dates.

STORYTIME AT THE LIBRARY

Multiple dates throughout the summer Reading groups and story time sessions will be held throughout the summer for kids from preschool up. Check the library’s website for s ecific dates and times.

SAN CLEMENTE LIBRARY

THROWBACK THURSDAY MOVIES

First Thursday of every month at 5 p.m. atc a t rowbac classic on t e first ursday of the month at the San Clemente Library.

Titles rotate throughout the summer.

BILINGUAL STORY TIME

SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO LIBRARY

FIRST FRIDAY FILM

First Friday of every month at 7 p.m.

La Sala auditorium at the San Juan Capistrano Librar osts a mo ie nig t on t e first rida of each month. A $2 donation supports the library.

PRESCHOOL STORYTIME

Tuesdays at 11:15 a.m.

Children ages 3-6 and their caregivers are invited to join the library staff for stories, songs, crafts and fun.

BILINGUAL STORYTIME

Wednesdays at 11:30 a.m.

Join the library for historias y canciones (stories and songs) in English and Spanish. All ages are welcome. No registration required.

FAMILY STORYTIME

Thursdays at 10:30 a.m.

All ages are invited to enjoy historias y canciones (stories and songs) in English and Spanish with a craft following the stories.

Third Monday of every month at 5 p.m.

The National Charity League Sunshine Readers offer energetic and entertaining stories for kids of all ages at this family storytime. Wear your pjs and join the fun.

STORYTIME AT THE LIBRARY

READ TO A DOG

Multiple dates throughout the summer Kids of all ages have a group they can go to for story time and fun at the San Clemente Library. ec t e librar s website for s ecific dates and times.

Every other Thursday at 3 p.m. starting June 8 Studies have shown that children can improve t eir reading s ills and boost t eir self confidence by reading to a licensed therapy dog.

Reserve your spot by calling the library.

hanging Overnight Breaking the mold of the traditional sleepaway camp

BY KRISTINA PRITCHETT

The traditional overnight camp, where kids sleep in a cabin with the noises of the woods surrounding them, is not the only option for today’s overnight camps. Now, Orange County kids and families, are able to board ships, create science and technology projects and catch a wave or two. Check out these three overnight camps in the nearby area.

The Ocean Institute www.ocean-institute.org. 949.496.2274.

The Ocean Institute offers three types of overnight camps in the Dana Point Harbor for area kids. e first is t e amil ea er for guests 8 and older. Those who attend will join the crew on The Pilgrim, help raise the sail, hoist cargo and more. Dinner will be served by t e cam fire wit sea c ants legends and stories. amilies will be able to cam out in t e Institute before whale watching aboard the R/V Sea Explorer.

The second overnight option is an EcoExpeditions camp for children 10-12 years old.

In this camp, kids will get a unique learning experience about organisms and how they adapt to their habitats, which range from the Dana Point Harbor to the deep sea. They will also be able to drive a remotely operated vehicle, ride in a kayak in the Harbor and have dinner by the cam fire.

The third camp is for the adventurous 11- to 13-year-olds. Campers will take a voyage to Catalina Island aboard the schooner Spirit of Dana Point and learn about the tall ship sailing life. The days will be split between the Ocean Institute and two to four days at sea.

Photo: Courtesy of The Ocean Institute

Endless Summer Surf Camp www.endlessummersurfcamp.com.

949.498.7862. f t e t oug t of s ending fi e da s in t e sea catching waves is more your child’s speed, t e ndless ummer urf am ma be t e camp for him or her this year. The camp isn’t just for beginners, and it’s not just for the pros—it’s for everyone.

The camp has been open for 25 years and the staff prides themselves on using their knowledge and expertise to help kids surf. The camp location is ideal for kids learning to surf with a beginner-friendly, sand-bottomed beach brea at an nofre.

Instructors work in small groups, including a 3:1 student to instructor ratio for beginners, to provide each camper with individual attention. uring t e fi e da o ernig t sta ids will learn t e basics of surfing surf eti uette ocean awareness and more. At the end of the week, cam ers can artici ate in a ust for fun surf contest. ot onl is t ere surfing but ids will be able to skateboard, play ping pong and basketball, get surfboard ding repair demonstrations, tour local surf shops and more.

Campers will be able to use top-of-the-line surfboards and wetsuits, and the camp provides a variety of longboards and short boards to meet every camper’s needs. nd if fi e da s isn t enoug t e cam al lows kids to stay multiple weeks.

Catalina Sea Camp www.catalinaseacamp.org. 909.625.6194 If adventure is what your kids are after, send them to Catalina for a one- or three-week camp wit atalina ea am .

The one-week camps for kids ages 8-13 includes a three square meals, social nights, elective courses, and a lot of sea exploration. Ocean activities include snorkeling, introduction to e loration sailing stand-up paddling, kayaking and underwater photography. Kids will get to safely explore the ocean at night, as well. There’s also a crafting component for the campers, which includes tie-dying, murals, painting, jewelry making and more. nd t e one wee ersion of ea am also includes all the overnight camp favorites li e cam fires ice cream socials a beac art swimming and sports, dancing and more.

The three-week program is open to kids ages 12-17. It’s a combination of diving, sailing, marine science and adventure courses that is sure to be irresistible to outdoorsy kids. e cam offers certification and excursion, boat and shore diving, small boat and catamaran sailing and ocean kayaking.

B st o Ins ation How to craft a one-week, athome art camp

BY MATT CORTINA

Art has a unique way of opening a child’s imagination. When you put a pencil, camera or pastry brush in their hands, you empower them to create something in their own vision.

You needn’t be a Handl or Hemingway to give your kids exposure to various art forms this summer. In fact, the less rules the better. But by rotating artistic endeavors over the course of a week, you’ll keep your child engaged and end up on Friday with a catalogue of art. Feel free to put your own spin on the one-week art camp—play a different instrument every day or ba e fi e ca es from fi e continents t row in dance, jewelry or clothing design, or kid-friendly woodwork. The possibilities are endless. Here’s a sample of one week of camp.

DAY ONE

PAINTING It’s well known that kids love to paint, if for no other reason than it creates a big, fun mess.

Though water colors and paint to numbers are fun, throw the activity on its head and get outside for a painting excursion. Follow the lead of plein air painters in the tri-cities and set up an easel for you and your kids at one of the area’s picturesque locations. Plein air painters have previously set up in front of tall ships in the Dana Point Harbor, overlooking the San Clemente Pier and on historic Los Rios Street in San Juan Capistrano.

DAY TWO

WRITING Anyone who has read a short story or journal their kid has brought home from school knows that writing is truly a space where kids can explore the depths of their imagination. ocus our cam writing acti it on a finis ed product—something of which he or she will feel proud and that you’ll cherish for years to come. Come up with wacky writing prompts to spur your child’s imagination like “What would happen if people lived in the ocean?” or “What if your dog was president?” And the form the writing takes can be up to you or your kid—free writing, haiku, poetry, short story, a novella, a screenplay, a comic book. Let your minds go wild.

DAY THREE

PHOTOGRAPHY Technology has made the art of photography accessible to more people than ever before.

With phones, tablets and computers, kids are almost inherently equipped to snap a photo. In fact, photography may not even seem like an art to kids as much as a critical piece of communication. That’s why creating an art project that uses photography to tell a story can be so fruitful. Take a road trip and have your child snap photos from beginning to end. Or have them snap photos from the minute they wake up to the time they go to sleep. Whatever your excursion, have your child package the photos in a slide show or photo essay to share with friends and family.

DAY FOUR

SCULPTURE If you think about it, kids are making sculptures almost before they encounter any other art form. From building blocks to playdough to clay, children are drawn to create out of a variety of materials. For sculpture camp day, get out of the house and head to the beach.

There, you can help your child create a sand building (they won’t even know they’re doing art), or partake in the art of rock stacking—the process of balancing rocks of different shapes and sizes on each other.

DAY FIVE

FOOD e culinar arts a e officiall ta en off across the nation. You needn’t look any further than TV shows like Chopped Junior or Masterchef Junior to see that kids as young as 7 are fully capable of and interested in preparing world-class meals. On the last day of camp, research a recipe and then go to a store or farmers’ market to pick out ingredients. Let your kid sample and smell flavors and take risks with the recipe. Then, with careful supervision, watch your young chef prepare dinner for the family—that’s not a bad way to end a week of at-home camp.

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Movies screened outdoor and in theaters can enrich a child’s summer

‘The Secret Life of Pets’ will show at Tierra Grande Park on June 9. Photo: Illumination Entertainment and Universal Pictures

We often look at the big screen as an indulgence. But for kids, movies can inspire creativity, boost self-esteem and help them unwind from a busy day, just like adults. Luckily, South Orange County is home to several opportunities to view kids’ movies in theaters as well as in community parks.

If you can’t get enough screen time at these places, check out the library schedules in Dana Point, San Clemente and San Juan Capistrano—they often host movie nights for kids and adults. There’s also several concerts in city parks throughout the area, which will complement your movie-going experiences this season.

Here are some screening options in the area that are favorite spots for local movie buffs.

Over the Village The city of San Clemente hosts open-air screenings of child appropriate movies in Tierra Grande Park every summer. The fun kicks off on June 9 with a showing of The Secret Life of Pets. The showings are always free and run throughout the summer. For a full list of dates and movies, visit www.san-clemente.org. Also, you can stop by the Krikorian Theater throughout the summer for air conditioned enjoyment of new releases. Children’s tickets are only $9. Check out their schedule at www.kptmovies.com.

In Historic Downtown The Regency Theatres in San Juan Capistrano

are a great place to catch a movie, host a kids’ party or just get out of the heat. The Regency has an always rotating selection of new movies, and a full restaurant and bar. Best yet, they offer $6 admission on Tuesdays, so the whole family can get in for a quick movie on the cheap. For more information, visit www.regencymovies.com.

Down by the Harbor Locals have flocked to Lantern Bay Park in Dana Pointon weekend nights the past several summers for a movie screening in the park. e films are id friendl and refres ments including popcorn are available. All you need to bring is blankets, lawn chairs and your family to have a good time. The movies generally screen Fridays at 8 p.m. throughout June. Check www.danapoint.org for a list of showings.

And Places Beyond Several cities through Orange County host similar open-air movie nights. Irvine hosts a free outdoor movie from June through July at the Orange County Great Park. It’s a cozy scene, with families sprawled out across the expansive lawn, and food from a snack bar and food trucks available. In Lake Forest, there is a Friday night outdoor movie throughout the summer. Showings are held at the Nature Park, located at 26215 Dimension Drive. And if you’re in the mood for an old school theatrical show, Newport Beach hosts outdoor Shakespeare performances throughout the summer.

For more information on these events and others throughout Orange County, visit www.orangecounty.net.

Sounds of the Season

Learning to play a musical instrument this summer will be a lasting gift

BY MATT CORTINA

Live music and summer go together like peanut butter and jelly. There’s something about listening to a concert under the stars or noodling around on a guitar on a hot afternoon that just feels right. But music isn’t just a way to pass time in the hot months—getting your child involved with music this summer can pay serious dividends down the road.

By giving your child exposure to live music and teaching them how to play instruments or sing, you give them a gift that lasts a lifetime.

They’ll look back on the friends they made at music camp or the guidance of a music teacher often throughout their life. Also, learning to play music improves kids’ ability to focus, instills discipline and opens creative avenues in their minds—all in a relaxed, fun setting.

South Orange County is home to several camps, lessons and open mic nights that are appropriate for kids of all ages to check out this summer.

BANDING TOGETHER Summer camp is a great way to teach kids music in a group setting.

Students at the Los Rios Rock School in San Juan Capistrano are doing amazing things, including putting on concerts that rival the quality and precision of musicians twice their age.

And their weeklong summer camps run from t e start of une to t e first wee of ugust and are catered separately to beginner/intermediate groups and advanced groups. Camps end with a live performance on the last day of camp. Check out www.losriosrockschool.com/ summer cam s to find out more information.

In Dana Point, Danman’s Music School offers summer camps and lessons. Students

who play or want to learn to play guitar, piano, bass, drums, ukulele or vocals are invited to refine t eir crafts at anmans. tudents learn teamwork, musicianship, music theory and discipline. Check out www.danmans.com/ summer-camps for more information.

SOLO LEARNING Private lessons offer individual attention and the guidance of a serious musician.

The Copenhaver School of Music in San Clemente offers a variety of ways for young musicians to learn. From private lessons to band sessions grouped into styles like jazz, rock and vocal harmony, Copenhaver caters to individual musicians. Visit www.copenhavermusic.com for

more information.

At the Beach Cities Rock Club, students can pick up myriad instruments—violins, pianos, guitars, drums, banjos and more—and learn to play. Beach Cities also has their own radio station, so kids can see another side of the music industry and even get their tunes on the air.

Visit www.beachcitiesrockclub.com for more information.

Chances are Kenny’s Music Store in Dana Point has just the right lesson for your child.

Guitar lessons are broken down into classical, electric cam fire and more. ids w o la band instruments in the strings and woodwind families also have a home at Kenny’s. Visit www.kennysmusicstore.com/music-lessons for more information.

And at the Arts Project OC, where creative pursuits are the name of the game, kids can learn a variety of vocal techniques, musical instrument skills and musical theater repertoire. There are parent and me programs for kids ages 2-5, and other small groups for young musicians of any age. Visit www.theartsprojectoc.com for more information.

GETTING ON STAGE One of the best ways for a child to learn the art of musicianship is to play live. Luckily, the Community Outreach Alliance (COA) hosts monthly live music nights for youth in the community.

Kids are invited to bring their instruments, or their voice, and play with a band or by themselves.

They’re also welcome to simply check out other performers of a similar age in a safe, drug- and alcohol-free environment. Visit www.communityoutreachalliance.com for more information.

On New Footing

Photo: Courtesy of eBodyboarding

Paddleboard and bodyboarding camps get kids on the waves

BY VICTOR CARNO

The beach is synonymous with summer.

Thanks to our beautiful resource just minutes away, the ocean provides plenty of fun in the sun while simultaneously teaching up-and-coming beachgoers safety, respect for the environment and how to have fun in a social setting.

BODYBOARDING CAMP

Making a resurgence in Southern California, bodyboarding comes with all the technique and fun of surfing but wit smaller and less e en sive gear. A perfect combination, especially for kids who just want to test the waters. Thanks to founders Emily and Steve Barnes, this will be t e first bod boarding cam offered in an Clemente.

“I was interested in the sport and wanted to improve my skills, but I soon realized there weren’t a lot of camps, especially locally,” Steve Barnes said.

This curiosity and research led Steve to find rofessional bod boarders and owners of eBodyboarding in San Clemente, Jay and Vicki Reale.

“There’s a rich history of the sport here in San Clemente, with T-Street being the epicenter in the late ’70s, so it made sense to open the summer program in this hot bed,” Vicki Reale said.

With full support from the city of San Clemente, Bodyboarding Adventures was finall a ro ed for its first rogram t is ear.

Impressed with the community support, the four began piecing together a curriculum that was palatable for all levels of bodyboarders.

Ages range from 6-16 years old, and the camp is open to both seasoned boarders and newcomers.

“We are trying to teach a healthy respect for the ocean. Along with being out on the water, we want to teach the kids about the surrounding ecosystem so that they are able to leave with a well-rounded education,” Barnes said. ertified first aid members and e erienced lifeguards make up the instructors of the camp, which meets from June 5 to August 18. Two sessions are offered each day; 9 a.m.-noon and 12:30-3:30 p.m. For more information, visit www.bodyboardingadventures.com.

STAND-UP PADDLEBOARD CAMP

Diane Wenzel heads Westwind Sailing in Dana Point and has put on a stand-up paddleboarding cam for t e last fi e ears. e started a cam s ecificall dedi cated for kids in 2012, and our goal was to teach kids safety techniques while out on the water,” Wenzel said. We want (to teach) them to be strong and safe paddlers through having fun.”

Wenzel recalled the warm reception she received after adding paddle-boarding to her list of programs. “After 30 years of sailing programs, I knew that sailing just wasn’t some people’s thing. After adding the paddling program, I was met with positivity and it was an o erall ositi e e erience.

From June 6 to August 22, the camp will meet at the OC Sailing and Events Center every Tuesday through Thursday, from 8:30-11 a.m.

New activities are offered each day, including relay races and trips to the Dana Wharf for snacks. For more information, visit www.westwindsailing.com.

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This year, indulge your child’s interests by enrolling them in camps that ensure they have a memorable summer

949 Volleyball

Aloha Beach Camp

949 Volleyball Club, celebrating 8 years in San Juan Capistrano, provides summer camps for both boys and girls ages 9 to 18 at any ability level. The club has won 10 Junior Olympic medals, as well as 4 National Championships at the 2013, 2014, 2015 and 2016 Junior National Championships.

The summer camp’s goal is to teach beginners the fundamentals of the game and to prepare juniors and seniors looking to compete in the NCAA. 949 Volleyball Club promotes sportsmanlike behavior inside and outside of the gym, instills the values of integrity, dedication and hard work, and focuses on having fun! Space is limited; please register early. For more information contact Justin directly at 949.374.2890 or visit 949vb.com.

Aloha Beach Camp, located at T-street Beach, offers the ultimate beach surf camp for kids ages of all surfing abilities. We provide private lessons and surfing grou s wit a 2:1 camper to instructor ratio. or bod boarding bod surfing and beach activities, the camper to instructor ratio is 5:1. Aloha focuses on surf etiquette, water safety, rip currents, lateral currents, in-shore holes, beach hazards and more. The camp’s lead instructor, Matt Colapinto, is a surfer, beach lifeguard and elementary teacher with more than 25 years of experience.

Private and group surf lessons are offered year-round. More information is available at www.alohabeachcamp.net.

Acting Academy for Kids

Summer performing arts camps with Acting Academy for Kids guide campers ages 4-13 through a full theater immersion experience via four daily classes—music, acting, dance and fusion. The culminating event will be a Friday performance on one of our three main stage theaters. Children can participate for any duration of time ranging from one week to the entire summer. It’s time to watch your star shine!

Z Playhouse (Inside Holiday Inn Express), 35 Via Pico Plaza, San Clemente; Community Roots Academy PAC, 29292 Crown Valley Parkway, Laguna Niguel; OC Music & Dance, 17620 Fitch Avenue, Irvine. 949.427.0072. www.actingacademyforkids.com.

Basics of Skateboarding

Basics of Skateboarding is a hands-on camp designed to bring kids together with their community. At this camp, children develop and enhance their skateboarding skills while creating new friendships with other camp participants. Our camps are here to guide participants with little to no skateboarding experience through the basics by providing structured lessons. We also offer intermediate and advanced camps. Camps are open to young skateboarders ages 3-12. 949.922.9922. ww.basicsofskateboarding.com.

Bodyboarding Adventures Summer Camp

Bella Collina

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Bodyboarding Adventures Summer Camp

e brand new od boarding d entures Summer Camp at North Beach offers a fun filled wee focused on t e basics of bod boarding. n addition to learning about ocean safety, participants will learn how to s ot and catc wa es and e ecute s in mo es rolls and more. en to bo s and girls ages and u of all s ill le els. ll e ui ment including bod boards ras guards and fins will be ro ided. or more information isit www.bod boardingad entures.com.

City of San Clemente d entures are now open with earl bird sa ings lasting until ril 23. The city of San Clemente is offering more t an courses and camps this summer. lore a ariet of rograms from s orts to erforming arts coo ing and more. isit am aloo a at t e ista ermosa orts ar on aturda ril to meet instructors earn free gi eawa s disco er cam discounts and en o recreational swimming. or information and registration isit www.san clemente.org recreation or call . . .

Danman’s Music

Kids’ music camps start the week of June 19 this summer at Danman’s Music. There will be four different camps this summer: one vocal camp and three rock camps. Camps run onda to rida a.m. .m. cti ities include forming a band selecting songs to la re earsing ic ing a band name creating a band poster and T-shirts, a photo-shoot and a concert on rida for famil and friends w ic will be eld at tillwater irits ounds. un energetic and rofessional teac ers lead t e cam . ost is er wee . ring in t is write u and recei e off. el rado ana oint. . . .

Club Literacy

Club Literacy classes are a fun, powerful, and effecti e wa to re ent summer reading loss. n est in our c ild b ee ing t em reading and writing t is summer t e benefits are endless! Our dynamic line-up of classes and cam s will include our foundational re to rd grade mart tart lasses as well as our Summer only specialty classes. Join us for a mart tart lass oo s oo s ugs oo s reati e ursi e at ournals ll bout e cra boo ing riting and e leut ing uad anc rew ard o s . acific oast ig wa ana oint . . www.clubliterac .com.

The Ecology Center or si ears e colog enter as been ca turing t e imagination and curiosit of local kids each summer. Campers are immersed in an acre of interactive eco-labs nestled around an istoric farm ouse and ad acent to a acre organic farm. n award winning based curriculum is at the core of each camper’s e erience. cti ities include c ic en care lanting seeds ar esting fruits and egetables building mini worm bins eco crafts garden based coo ing and lent of outdoor games.

Three summer camps will be offered, each four da s long. ne cam for ages and t e ot er two for ages . am s run uesda t roug rida from a.m. .m. at li a t. an uan a istrano. ind out more at www. t eecolog center.org or call . . .

Endless Summer Surf Camp

Club Literacy

Learn to surf at San Clemente’s premier surf camp, where dreams have come true since 1992. Whether you have never surfed or if ou want to ta e our surfing to t e ne t level, we have surf instruction and coaching for ou. e a e da and o ernig t surf cam s as well as ri ate and grou lessons for beginning intermediate and ad anced surfers. We also offer surf and turf camps at alega olf ourse wit eac er of t e ear and ang. . . . www.endlesssummersurfcamp.com.

Ocean Institute Summer Camps

St. Margaret’s Episcopal School Be inspired, explore interests and have fun at St. Margaret’s Episcopal School this summer. Summer camps are designed and taught by St. Margaret’s renowned faculty on the beautiful 22-acre campus, in dynamic, technology-rich learning environments. STEM, Performing and Visual Arts, Athletics and Exploration camps available weekly for students Preschool through Grade 12. Registration open now. For more information, visit www.smes.org/summer. 31641 La Novia, San Juan Capistrano. 949.661.0108.

Westwind Sailing

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Grass Stains Outdoor Volleyball We are excited to add USC Trojan Outside Hitter and former San Clemente Triton Lucas Yoder as our camp clinician this summer.

Camp instruction runs daily Monday through Thursday and concludes with a Friday tournament. Registration is open to youth ages 8-18.

Participants with all experience levels are welcome. Locations include San Clemente, San Juan Capistrano and Ladera Ranch. Camp costs start as low as $99. Please text your name and email address to 949.584.5446 for additional information.

KG Beach Camps

Come down to the Dana Point Harbor for a week of fun! There are activities from stand-up paddle boarding, sailing, kayaking and tide pool walks to games, crafts and much more.

Join us for an adventure on a 60-foot catamaran while we look for whales and explore the open ocean. The little ones will join us for a different adventure every day; crab hunting, treasure hunts, water games and sand castles will fill t eir da s at cam . nsenada Place, Dana Point. 949.842.5211. www.kgbeachcamps.com.

Ocean Institute Summer Camps

Sign up your child for an adventure they will never forget! Campers will explore the local tidepools, kayak around Dana Point Harbor, search for whales off the coast, or set sail for adventure on our tall ship, Spirit of Dana Point.

Become a Sea Star Member of the Ocean Institute to receive special pricing. Visit www. oceaninstitute.org or call 949.496.2274 today for more information. Adventures begin June 19. 24200 Dana Point Harbor Dr., Dana Point.

Accredited by the American Camping Association.

St. Anne School The Summer Knights Day Camp is the ideal combination of fun and education for kids 2 years old through middle school. Camp days are filled wit a balance of light academics, arts and crafts, water play, weekly t emes s ecial guests coo ing and field tri s with a flexible schedule for working parents.

The eight week-long camps begin June 12 with full-day, half-day and extended hour options. Visit www.st-anne.org/summercamp for pricing and more detailed information. 32451 Bear Brand Road, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677.

949.276.6711.

Welcome aboard! Westwind Sailing opened in 1987 to provide public access boating education in our community. Summer fun at Westwind includes sailing and SUP camps and classes for all ages and skill levels. We are a sanctioned US Sailing Community Sailing Center and our instructors hold US Sailing, and first aid certifications. Our programs meet at the OC Sailing & Events Center, located in the Harbor at 34451 Ensenada Place, Dana Point. 949.492.3035. www.westwindsailing.com.

YMCA of Orange County Summer Day Camp at the Y is a great way for kids to learn new skills, develop character and make new friends during the summer break. Y campers will embark on a S.T.E.A.M.-themed summer filled wit s orts outdoor acti ities field tri s and s ecialt clubs relating to science, technology, engineering, arts and math.

With more than 40 locations across Orange County, YMCA Summer Day Camp is a safe local venue for your child this summer. www.ymcaoc.org/summer-day-camp.

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TIPS FOR A FUN AND SAFE BEACH SUMMER

Whether kids are in camp this summer or not, chances are they’ll be complementing their warm weather activities with trips to the beach.

Though a great place to exercise, socialize and unwind, it’s important kids learn basic safety tips before hitting the sand. Here are five quick tips courtesy of the Orange County Lifeguards on how to ensure a fun, safe summer in the waves.

BE AWARE OF RIP CURRENTS.

Rip currents are the No. 1 cause of lifeguard rescues at local beaches. They tend to be foamy, brown and mushroom-shaped, and they pull water (and those in the water) away from the beach. The best way to avoid getting caught in a rip current, which can pull you far from shore, is to practice swimming, locate lifeguards before entering the water, and learning the parts of the rip current—information which is available at www.oclg.org.

MIND THE FLAGS.

Lifeguards use flags, flying from beach posts and lifeguard towers, to help beachgoers recognize surf conditions. A red flag indicates extremely hazardous ocean conditions, and only expert swimmers and surfers should enter the water. A yellow flag

indicates moderate ocean hazards and rip currents. A green flag indicates mild ocean hazards, however it’s important to note the ocean can be hazardous on any given day.

CHECK FOR ROCKS AND REEF.

Rocky cliffs and outcroppings are fun to explore, but caution needs to be taken while doing so. Areas with water are prone to breaking surf, which can put people in harm’s way. Powerful waves are common at reef breaks, so swimmers should be careful and scuba divers should be mindful of their depth while exploring the area.

PROTECT YOUR SKIN.

Proper skin care can prevent painful burns and limit cancer risk. All it takes is covering your skin with a sunscreen of 15 SPF or higher. Wearing a hat and shirt, using an umbrella for shade, wearing U.V.-protection sunglasses and limiting time in the sun can all be beneficial.

LEARN TO SWIM.

It seems obvious, but learning proper swim techniques can save lives. The OC Lifeguards recommend wearing fins to aid swimming, supervising young swimmers, and reeling in those that can’t swim overhead for more than 15 minutes to only waist-deep water.

GETTING OUT THE DISH

EL MAGUEY’S POLLO EN MOLE

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ole is culinary magic. It blends dozens of spices, a variety of liquid bases, animal bits, vegetable parts and who knows what else, and stews them together until all the competing voices harmonize. But what defines most mole is the way all that alchemy embraces the savory side of chocolate, rounding off the bitterness and only hinting at the sweet stuff.

It’s a sauce full of wonder—as in “I wonder if I’m supposed to taste all those ingredients, and if I can’t, will foodies think I’m lame?” The truth is every restaurant that makes mole does so in their own way, and ingredients blend to create other flavors like paint on a palette. El Maguey’s take on it has 40 spices—I could pick out about two of them, even though clearly something truly wonderful is going on.

The consistency of El Maguey’s mole is unique, sort of like an egg over medium— firm but runny; creamy but structurally sound. Atop moist chicken, the mole stars.

It’s chocolate-forward and encompasses all jurisdictions of the tongue. There are whiffs of hot cinnamon and ginger, of bright oregano and cilantro, of smoky chili, and

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Saturday | 25 SOUTH COAST ROADRUNNERS OPEN RUN 7:45-11 a.m. The South Coast Roadrunners are organizing a run that covers portions of the Turkey Trot trail. Runners can choose a 10.6-mile run or go the distance for a 20-mile run. Bring water, though drinking fountains are located along the way. Starting point meet-up is at the Pilgrim tall ship near the Ocean Institute in the Harbor. www.facebook.com/southcoastroadrunners.

GARDENING CLASS: GROW YOUR OWN HOT PEPPERS 9 a.m. Stop by Armstrong Garden Center for a class on growing hot peppers in your garden. No registration required. 32382 Del Obispo St., San Juan Capistrano.

949.661.6666. www.armstronggarden.com.

REPLACE YOUR LAWN WORKSHOP 9:30-10:30 a.m. Tree of Life Nursery’s popular Replace Your Lawn workshops continue with a class entitled, “Plant Selection—Inland Gardens.” Native plant expert Abby Harned will help guests learn how to choose and care for plants that will thrive in a hot, inland garden. 33201 Ortega Hwy., San Juan Capistrano. 949.728.0685. www.californianativeplants.com.

BACKYARD COMPOSTING WORKSHOP 10 a.m. The Ecology Center hosts a handson exploration of building healthy soil in their composting workshop. You will San Clemente Times March 23-29, 2017

of cool roasted garlic. But, then again, who knows? And who cares?

There are lots of dishes that make El Maguey special—traditional plates from Jalisco and Guanajuato that span from robust Mexican breakfast plates to fried whole tilapia to a variety of fresh juices. But the mole—so expertly done, yet so simply offered—exceptional.

El Maguey Mexican Restaurant 31481 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano.

949.493.8681. www.elmagueysjc.com.

learn how to make compost tea, work with soil-building plants and more. Guests will also take home different compost samples to try in their gardens. Admission for non-members is $30; $20 for members.

32701 Alipaz St., San Juan Capistrano.

949.443.4223. www.theecologycenter.org.

LOST WINDS BREWING GRAND OPENING Noon-8 p.m San Clemente’s newest brewery, Lost Winds Brewing Company, will host a grand opening party featuring two brand new beers and two specialty casks. There will also be raffle prizes, food trucks and music. Event is for people 21 and older. 924 Calle Negocio, Suite C, San Clemente. 949.424.5922. www.lostwindsbrewing.com.

DANA POINT SYMPHONY PRESENTS “THE FATHER OF THE SYMPHONY” 7:30 p.m. The esteemed Dana Point Symphony presents the second concert of their spring season, “The Father of Syphony,” featuring the work of Joseph Haydn.

The program includes performances of “Overture in D,” “Trumpet Concerto” and “Symphony No. 94 in G Major.” Tickets are $15-$20. St. Edward the Confessor Catholic Church. 33926 Calle la Primavera, Dana Point. www.danapointsymphony. com/buy-tickets.

LIVE MUSIC: LEROY AND THE BAD BROWNS 7:30-11 p.m. Listen to music from Leroy and the Bad Browns at Iva Lee’s. 555 N. El Camino Real, San Clemente. 949.361.2855. www.ivalees.com.

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GETTING OUT (Cont. from page 13) LIVE MUSIC: SEA CURE 8-11 p.m. Listen to live music from Sea Cure at Barnoa Wine Bar. 831 Via Suerte, Suite 106, San Clemente. 949.388.4378. www.barnoawinebar.com.

Sunday | 26 PANHE, A NATIVE AMERICAN GATHERING 8 a.m.-5 p.m. The San Onofre Parks Foundation hosts the 11th annual Panhe, a Native American gathering and celebration of protection and preservation. Panhe is a 9,000-year-old spiritual site for the local Acjachemen people. There will be singers, dancers, speakers, basket-weaving demonstrations, vendors, food and much more.

Admission is free. San Mateo Campground at San Onofre State Beach. 830 Avenida Cristianitos Road, San Clemente. 949.366.8599. www.sanonofreparksfoundation.com.

GUIDED NATURE HIKE 8-9:15 a.m. Join an Orange County Parks Ranger for a one-mile hike around Bell Canyon in Caspers Wilderness Park.

Parking is $5, the hike is free. 33401 Ortega Highway, San Juan Capistrano.

949.923.2210. www.ocparks.com/caspers.

BEND AND BREW 11:30 a.m. iHeartYoga holds a Bend & Brew session at Left Coast Brewing Company’s tasting room in San Clemente.

It’s a one-hour yoga class followed by a pint of beer. Admission $10. 1245 Puerta Del Sol, San Clemente. 949.363.3152. www. iheartyoga.com.

Monday | 27 FREE GUITAR LESSONS 5-6 p.m. Free beginner-level acoustic guitar lessons for middle school to college age youth every Monday. Guitars provided or students can bring their own. 1040 Calle Negocio, San Clemente. 949.388.0114. coamusicarts@gmail.com. www.communityoutreachalliance.com.

Tuesday | 28 KARAOKE AT GOODY’S 8 p.m. Karaoke every Tuesday night at Goody’s Tavern in San Clemente.

206 S. El Camino Real. 949.492.3400. www.goodystavern.com.

Wednesday | 29 FRENCH CONVERSATION CLUB 2-4 p.m. Every Wednesday. Look for the table with the French flag surrounded by a group of people speaking French. No cost to join. Café Calypso. 114 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente. 949.493.5228, or 949.369.5482.

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KARAOKE AT THE SWALLOW’S INN 7 p.m. Sing karaoke, imbibe and eat free popcorn at The Swallow’s Inn’s karaoke night with Bobby and Joel. 31786 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano.

949.493.3188. www.swallowsinn.com.

MIXOLOGY UNIVERSITY 7 p.m. Every Wednesday, Waterman’s Harbor bartenders and mixology experts teach guests how to make the restaurant’s cocktails. Guests will have the opportunity to make and taste three cocktails.

Event is $25. Waterman’s Harbor. 34661 Street of the Golden Lantern, Dana Point.

949.764.3474. www.watermandp.com.

LIVE MUSIC: THE CALAFIA STONES 7-10:30 p.m. Listen to music from The Calafia Stones at Iva Lee’s. 555 N. El Camino Real, San Clemente. 949.361.2855. www.ivalees.com.

OPEN MIC NIGHT AT KNUCKLEHEADS 9 p.m.-1 a.m. All levels of musicians are welcome to perform at this weekly open mic. Bring your instruments, or voice, and show off your talent. 1717 N. El Camino Real, San Clemente. 949.492.2410. www.knuckleheadsmusic.com.

FREE COMEDY AT MOLLY BLOOM’S 9:30 p.m. Every Wednesday, free comedy at Molly Bloom’s with food and drink specials. There will be local and professional talent. 2391 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente. 949.218.0120. www.mollybloomspub.com.

UPCOMING EVENTS THURSDAY, MARCH 30: TASTE OF DANA 6-9 p.m. The 21st annual Taste of Dana offers guests the chance to taste food from 20-plus local restaurants. Proceeds raise funds for a fun and safe graduation night for Dana Hills High School seniors. The Taste includes live music, beverages and auctions that include prizes such as tickets to sporting events, concerts and theater productions. Admission is $15. Dana Hills High School. 33333 Golden Lantern, Dana Point. www.tasteofdana.com.

FRIDAY, MARCH 31: ‘SAN CLEMENTE’S GOT TALENT’ 6-10 p.m. The San Clemente Sunrise Rotary hosts a talent competition at Casino San Clemente. Local restaurants and a no-host bar will be available for food and drinks. Performances by amateurs and semi-professional singers, dancers, comedians, magicians and more.

Winners receive cash prizes. Admission is $55. 140 Avenida Pico, San Clemente. www.scsunriserotary.com.

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PROFILES OF OUR COMMUNITY

Fruits of Labor

GUEST OPINION: On Life and Love After 50 by Tom Blake

Reunited High School Classmates Defy Conventional Wisdom

Farmers’ market coming to North Beach in April

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esidents of North Beach and local vendors will now have a chance to see what a farmers’ market in their area can do.

City Council voted on Tuesday, March 21 to approvet a pilot program for a farmers’ market in North Beach that will run weekly on Wednesdays. Another farmers’ market takes place weekly on Sundays at the west end of Avenida Del Mar. The city’s agenda report on the market said it could include art and food vendors and could accommodate live music.

The operator of the Del Mar farmers’ market, Introductions Unlimited, Inc., will work with the city to create the North Beach market.

The location of the North Beach farmers’ market is planned for the El Camino Real parking lot, which has recently been covered with sand and gravel. Residents of the area have asked for a farmers’ market in the past but needed assistance in developing such an event.

“With many recent enhancement proj-

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The farmers’ market in North Beach will run weekly on Wednesdays. Photo: File

ects in the North Beach area, including the reopening of the Ole Hanson Beach Club in fall 2016, the area has become revitalized with increased traffic and usage,” the agenda report stated.

In its agenda report, the city stated the General Plan, a guiding document for city activity, recommends enhancing the economic and recreational vitality of its different neighborhoods and specifically mentioned North Beach.

San Clemente City Manager James Makshanoff will draft an agreement that will include the time, location, vendor specifics, permitting fees (if applicable) and how much the city will charge for the market to take place.

The report stated the farmers’ market pilot program will run from April to October, and then the city will reassess the program. SC

Francisco Camilo, who is participating in an artist-in-residence program at

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s a columnist writing about love and relationships for 23 years, I’ve strongly advocated that single seniors know each other well before moving in together or getting remarried. That belief got seriously challenged this month.

On Sunday, March 12, my partner, Greta, and I had surprise visitors to Dana Point. Phil Williams and Sue Hamlin were classmates of mine going all the way back to the fourth grade in Jackson, Michigan, where Phil, Sue and I grew up. He and I were on the swimming and track teams together. She was a popular cheerleader.

They wanted to share some news that nearly put me on the floor: Sue and Phil were married on Feb. 24.

That announcement was the most surprising news I have received in years, maybe in a lifetime. Why? They had seen each other only once in the last 50 years, for 20 minutes or so at our class’s 50th reunion, and they’d had no contact with each other since ON LIFE AND then. They never dated LOVE AFTER 50 each other. Phil lived in

By Tom Blake Palm Springs; Sue lived in Grand Rapids, Michigan, to where she had moved five years prior to be near her children after being widowed.

Seven weeks ago, on Feb. 1, Sue telephoned Phil to tell him that a classmate of ours she had been caregiving had passed away in January. Phil told Sue that his wife, whom he’d been caregiving for several years, had also recently passed away.

On Feb. 2, Sue called Phil again. This thrilled him as he had always had a keen eye for her, and her voice filled an emptiness he had felt for years. They spoke daily for the next four days. Phil said, “The conversations were getting serious. We both were lonely and both wanted to share our remaining lives with someone special.”

Phil continued, “On Feb. 7, I said to Sue, ‘You need to get on an airplane and fly to California so we can have a serious face-toface discussion.’”

On Feb. 8, Sue emailed her plane’s arrival time: Feb. 24, 10 a.m., Ontario Airport.

Between, Feb. 9-15, marriage discussions emerged. Finally, Sue said to Phil, “If we are going to get married, why don’t you ask me?” Phil said, “OK, I just asked you.”

On Feb. 24, one hour after Sue disembarked from an airplane from Grand Rapids—together for the second time in 50

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Former classmates Phil Williams, Sue Hamlin and Tom Blake. Hamlin and Williams were married last month. Photo: Courtesy of Tom Blake

years—they were married at the County Clerk Office in Fullerton.

Their news stopped me in my tracks.

I was dumbfounded. How could that be?

What about my advice to get to know each first before getting married?

However, after seeing them together, hearing their stories and pondering their situation, I started to think this is wonderful. Finally, Phil nabs one of the prettiest and nicest girls in our high school class.

Both are widowed and both have been caregivers. Now, it’s their time together. At our age, who’s got time to waste?

Phil said with a twinkle in his eye, “Sue and I passed Tom’s get-to-know-eachother-first advice. Heck, she and I have known each other for 70-plus years.”

I still advocate that seniors get to know each other well before making a commitment. However, I’m making one exception in Phil and Sue’s case. In May, after moving Sue’s belongings from Grand Rapids, they will make their home in Southern California. In the meantime, they are on an extended honeymoon right here in South Orange County.

I’ve often said, in searching for a mate, don’t forget to attend reunions and keep in touch with old classmates. What happens may surprise you, and everybody else who loves you.

Greta and I sure wish them well.

Tom Blake is a Dana Point resident and a former Dana Point businessman who has authored several books on middle-aged dating. See his websites at www.findingloveafter50.com; www.vicsta.com and www. travelafter55.com. To receive Tom’s weekly online newsletter, sign up at www.findingloveafter50.com or email at tompblake@ gmail.com. SC PLEASE NOTE: In an effort to provide our readers with a wide variety of opinions from our community, the SC Times provides Guest Opinion opportunities in which selected columnists’ opinions are shared. The opinions expressed in these columns are entirely those of the columnist alone and do not reflect those of the SC Times or Picket Fence Media. If you would like to respond to this column, please email us at editorial@sanclementetimes.com

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Rachel Marie Resnick

Rachel, beloved daughter of Steven and Tina Resnick. Sister of Steven Resnick, II. Granddaughter of Allan and Barbara Resnick, Patricia Ferris and preceded in death

by Robert P. Ferris. Niece of Robert O. Ferris, Todd and Diane Ferris, Mark and Sandra Resnick. Cousin of Jennifer Ferris, Patricia Ferris, Todd Jr, Thomas Resnick and Jack Resnick.

Rachel passed away on January 11, 2017 at the age of 21. A memorial service will be held at San Clemente Presbyterian Church, 119 North Avenida de la Estrella, San Clemente, CA 92672 on Saturday, March 25th at 11:00AM. Memorial donations can be made in lieu of flowers to: San Clemente Presbyterian Church, Attn: Family

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Randolph Paul Glass

Randy Glass, 73, passed away peacefully on March 3rd surrounded in love by his family.

Randy lived in Chicago and Spokane with parents, Adolph and Lori, and three sisters before the LA area.

He attended Pierce College and joined Sigma Delta meeting lifelong friends.

Randy served in the US Army from 1966-68 in Fort Belvoir and was awarded: Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Rifle Expert.

Back in CA, Randy met his wife, Lisa. They shared 43 years, mostly

in San Clemente, raising three daughters he couldn’t have loved more.

Randy was fortunate, his passion and profession overlapped. He spent 40+years in the motion picture industry as a Gaffer. He retired in 2009 before moving to Idaho.

Randy lived true to his beliefs: integrity, self-sacrifice, humor, strength, work ethic, working towards dreams, and with passionate love for family shown even in his last moments. Humble in accomplishments. Great storyteller. Music lover. Voracious reader. Believer in right and wrong, standing up for that always. Devoted, loving husband.

Survived by wife, Lisa; daughters Brandi, Brieann, Brittany; sisters Lonnie and Romelle (and families); “sons” Geoff and Jon; grandson, Wyatt, affectionately “our baby”.

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Another Step Forward Senior living facility could be coming to Shorecliffs neighborhood

BY ERIC HEINZ, SAN CLEMENTE TIMES

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t the March 21 City Council meeting, Council members approved to amend the Forster Ranch Specific Plan to allow for a senior living facility to be established near the Shorecliffs Golf Course.

The facility would be situated near the driving range of the golf course off Avenida Vaquero near the I-5 freeway.

The plan does not reduce the size of the Shorecliffs Golf Course and does not prohibit any future uses on the golf course, city staff members said.

Mark McGuire, a representative of the applicant for the senior living facility, said they are agreeable with the recommendations from the Planning Commission, but no application for the actual building has been submitted. The process on Tuesday was just to prepare for the incoming application.

Plans for the senior living facility were first introduced in 2014 as the city worked through its general plan and the applicants prepared to move forward with it.

Council member Chris Hamm said the project—given current zoning, setbacks and the possible density of the project— could be a bit too crammed for the current neighbors who live in the area.

“We need to make sure (this project) doesn’t hurt the current residents of that area,” Hamm said. “I think people are going to be pretty shocked when they see the total units of this project, but these are just conversation points right now.”

Councilman Tim Brown also reiterated those points.

“I think we’ve been fairly responsible in public review to do the best for the residents and the applicants,” Brown said.

“Some projects have been on the books for

years and then finally come forward,” but he added the city needs to be diligent in making sure the project isn’t intrusive.

McGuire said part of putting the plans together for the center will include meeting with neighbors as well as going through the required process of notifying people who live within 300 feet of the project.

need to make sure “(thisWeproject) doesn’t hurt

the current residents of that area. I think people are going to be pretty shocked when they see the total units of this project, but these are just conversation points right now.

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—Council member Chris Hamm

Council member Lori Donchak said it seemed like a good project to her because San Clemente is “woefully short” of meeting senior housing needs. Donchak said senior and affordable housing is needed and applicants must find a way to have the project work “in harmony” with the site surroundings.

The project could have as many as 24 to 36 units per acre, which could result in anywhere from 72 to 200 total units.

The name of the applicant was not mentioned in the city agenda reports for the City Council or the Planning Commission. SC

FIND OUT MORE A map of the area and details of the project are available at www.san-clemente.org by clicking the 3-21-Revised agenda tab under the Government and City Council agendas.

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BY MYLES MELLOR

Each Sudoku puzzle consists of a 9x9 grid that has been subdivided into nine smaller grids of 3x3 squares. To solve the puzzle, each row, column and box must contain each of the numbers 1 to 9. Puzzles come in three grades: easy, medium and difficult. Level: Medium

Last week’s solution:

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See the solution in next week’s issue.

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City Crowns Middle School Basketball Champion Dozens of local hoopers play in postseason tournament SAN CLEMENTE TIMES

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he excitement of the NCAA basketball tournament extended across the country to San Clemente on March 21, as dozens of local youth basketball players took to the courts at the Boys & Girls Club of the South Coast Area to create their own memorable March moment.

Players representing Bernice Ayer, Shorecliffs, Vista Del Mar and private middle schools played in the city of San Clemente’s middle school basketball league’s end-of-season tournament.

After hours of action, the Vista del Mar Makos team were crowned league champions and went on to win the tournament

The Vista del Mar middle school basketball team won the San Clemente recreation department’s league championship. Photo: Courtesy

as well.

The tournament was the final exclamation point on a season that started back in January. Every school played one game a week at sites around the city, and every team got a chance to play in the postseason tournament.

In the league championship game, Vista del Mar defeated Shorecliffs.

The Vista del Mar team includes: River Bagley, Wyatt Davies, Nathan Goltara, Thomas Hattan, David Houmis Jr., Joey Lederer, Jack Moulin and Stephen Tong.

The team is coached by Greg Neth.

The recreation department’s spring volleyball league is now underway and is open to interested players. For more information on the league and the recreation department’s offerings, visit www. san-clemente.org/recreation. SC

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Rings for the Champs The San Clemente High School football team received their CIF State Championship rings during a ceremony on March 19. The Tritons defeated Del Oro 22-17 in the CIF State Division 1-A Championship on Dec. 17.

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TRITON FOOTBALL TO HOST SPRING BREAK CAMP The San Clemente High School football program will be holding its Triton Rising Stars spring break football camp for interested players grades 2-8 starting April 3. The camp, which is led by the San Clemente coaching staff, will run through April 5 and will go from 9 a.m. to noon.

Campers will be taught individual offensive and defensive football skills, as well as training techniques to build flexibility, balance and strength. Campers are asked to bring football cleats.

Cost to attend is $89, which includes a T-shirt, snacks and lunch. For more information or to register, visit www.tritonfootball.com.

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SAN JUAN GOLFERS CLAIM SOUTH COUNTY CUP Home course knowledge proved to be a useful tool for San Juan Hills Golf Club over the weekend, as members of the local course claimed the third annual South County Cup tournament on their home soil.

The South County Cup involves teams from San Juan Hills, Shorecliffs Golf Club, San Clemente Municipal and Bella Collina Towne & Golf Club battling it out on the course over two days in a Ryder Cup-style team format.

After the second full day of competition on March 19, San Juan Hills emerged with 20.5 total points, four points clear of runner-up Bella Collina.

The first day of the competition featured pairs of golfers squaring off in various match play formats. The second day was decided by 18-hole individual match play contests.

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The San Juan Hills Golf Club team won the South County Cup tournament on March 19. Photo: Courtesy

after day one, and was able to extend its lead on Sunday. John Carter (three points) and Todd Knight (2.5 points) led the San Juan Hills team throughout the weekend.

The South County Cup trophy will remain in the San Juan Hills Golf Club pro shop until next season, when the tournament heads to Bella Collina Towne & Golf Club for its fourth installment.

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LOCAL SINKS HOLE-IN-ONE San Clemente native Jeff Passalaqua made a hole-in-one at the San Clemente Municipal Golf Course on March 9. Passalaqua got his ace on the 182-yard par-3 15th hole, using a four hybrid. www.sanclementetimes.com

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Triton Report

BY STEVE BREAZEALE, SAN CLEMENTE TIMES

For in-game updates, scores, news and more for all of the San Clemente High School spring sports programs, follow us on Twitter @SouthOCsports.

Girls Lacrosse Continues Hot Start The San Clemente girls lacrosse team rattled off three consecutive wins over Los Alamitos, Dana Hills and Mission Viejo this week.

The wins came after the Tritons suffered a tough loss to Foothill on March 10.

Against rival Dana Hills, the Tritons were led by Jessica De Collibus, who scored a team-high eight goals. Shay Heft scored four goals, and four other Triton players found the back of the net in a 17-4 win. San Clemente (5-2, 2-0 league) improved to 2-0 in league play by breezing past Mission Viejo 18-7 on March 21.

San Clemente will continue its run through league play with a road game against El Toro on March 23.

Boys Lacrosse Opens League with Win Following its first loss of the season, the San Clemente boys lacrosse team responded with a 14-10 victory over El Toro to kick off South Coast League play on March 20.

The Tritons (3-1, 1-0) hosted perennial power Poway in a nonleague game on March 18 and lost, 15-8.

The San Clemente offense has been executing well in the early going. Through their first four games, the Tritons are averaging nearly 14 points.

The Tritons will host Dana Hills in a league game on March 24.

Schulz Breaks SCHS Pole Vault Record San Clemente sophomore Kirra Schulz broke a school record in the pole vault after clearing the mark of 10-feet-6-inches during a nonleague meet against Aliso Niguel on March 16. Schulz smashed the old record of 10-1, which was set in 2009.

Both the Triton boys and girls track and field teams hosted 30 other high schools on March 18 in the Triton Invitational, and the teams will open South Coast League play against Trabuco Hills on March 23.

Softball Breaks up No-Hit Bid to Win Dana Hills pitcher Serafine Parrish was picking apart the San Clemente softball Page 21

Jessica De Collibus scored eight goals for the San Clemente girls lacrosse team in a 17-4 win over Dana Hills on March 16. Photo: Steve Breazeale

team’s offense during the fourth game of the Saddleback Tournament on March 16.

The senior hurler had pitched five nohit innings and was eyeing a shutout until the Triton bats woke up in the sixth to the tune of two runs, which turned out to be the difference in a 2-1 win. San Clemente (6-5) has defeated the rival Dolphins three times this season in tournament play.

The win over Dana Hills ended a threegame losing skid for San Clemente.

Asakowicz’s Home Run Lifts Baseball to Win over Chargers Senior Cole Asakowicz hit a two-run home run to help lift the San Clemente baseball team to a 4-1 victory over defending league champion El Toro in both team’s league opener on March 17.

San Clemente (6-4, 1-0) senior pitcher Michael McGreevy stymied the El Toro bats to the tune of five hits and one walk.

The Tritons kept things going one day later with a 3-2 nonleague win over Los Alamitos. San Clemente lost to Cypress 5-2 in a nonleague game on March 20.

San Clemente was set to play a tough stretch of games this week, starting with a March 22 matchup against Aliso Niguel.

Results were not available at press time.

Volleyball Readies for League Run The San Clemente boys volleyball team closed out its tournament schedule with an appearance in the Foothill Tournament on March 17.

San Clemente (11-5) went 5-1 at the tournament, defeating Irvine, Cerritos and Segerstrom in pool play before falling to Santa Margarita. The Tritons closed out the tournament with wins over Yorba Linda and Canyon.

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Tales from the Fish Camp

A brief look at San Onofre’s earliest days

BY JAKE HOWARD, SAN CLEMENTE TIMES

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fter water polo practice a few nights ago, a couple high school kids were chatting about the impending road repairs at San Onofre and how it may impact their surfing habits.

“I heard the road’s going to be closed while they bring in some boulders and repair the road,” said one.

“That means we can’t surf the Point or Old Man’s,” matter-of-factly said the other.

“Dude! Good thing I have my electric bike, looks like I’m going to be surfing Church and Middles… what are you going to do?” the first snarked back.

The fact of the business is, when it does come time to repair the road at San Onofre, which was seriously damaged after large swells and tides washed a portion of it out this past winter, we will all be somewhat inconvenienced. Unfortunately, that’s the nature of roadwork. When and how long the repairs will take remains up in the air.

In the interim, a spring refresher on the glorious, and sometimes dubious, early days of San O. Did you know that nobody knows where the name San Onofre comes from? It’s a trick question, but the truth is that nobody seems to be able to figure it out. The name shows up on the original Santa Margarita Land Grant documents dating back to 1836, but there’s an argument to be made that “San Onofre” is a twisted amalgamation of the local Native American dialect and Spanish that was coined by early European settlers to describe the creek and nearby valleys.

There’s another school of thought that believes Spanish missionaries named the area after the 6th-century Egyptian saint, Onofreas. Whatever the case, when a small train station was built in 1880 and a hand-

GROM OF THE WEEK

HAYDEN RODGERS

BY JAKE HOWARD, SAN CLEMENTE TIMES

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rom of the Week honors go to 11-year-old Hayden Rodgers this week thanks to his breakout performance at the NSSA contest in Huntington Beach earlier this month.

Blowing up with double wins in the Open and Explorer Menehune divisions, the kid is on fire. Winning a few heats is all well and good, but en route to his two titles, Rodgers posted a perfect 20-point heat score—rendering him literally

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lettered sign hung out front reading, “San Onofre,” it was official.

Surfing didn’t really come to San O until the 1930s. At this time, there were probably less than 100 surfers in Southern California and eventually word of a fishing camp on a desolate stretch of beach halfway between Los Angeles and San Diego captured their imagination. The trip to San O was considerably different back then.

Imagine heading south, ambling down a two-lane road through San Juan Capistrano, citrus groves in full bloom, the ocean rich with sea bass and halibut. Abalone and lobster thrived in the tide pools. No Interstate 5 or nuclear power plant. No traffic or waiting in line to park. It must have been a little slice of heaven.

In 1937, a man by the name of Frank Ulrich took control of the fishing camp.

He opened a gas station and cafe along the Pacific Coast Highway and began charging surfers 25 cents to spend the day at “his” beach (50 cents covered you for the weekend).

“Times were tough in those days, money–wise,” lifelong San Onofre surfer E.J. Oshier told the San Onofre Parks Foundation. He passed away in 2007. “It was still in the depression days, see? Money was hard to come by, and some of us guys were coming all the way down from the Palos Verdes area. So, we’d get a few of us to pitch in enough for some gas and a jug of wine. … That’s why we didn’t spend money on surfboards or trunks back then. If any of us had (money), we were off to ’Nofre.”

Very quickly the bohemian surf lifestyle took hold at San O. “We’d camp out there for days at a time and just sleep on the beach,” explained the late Leroy Grannis, who was a surf photogunbeatable. For the effort, he was named NSSA Surfer of the Week.

“I’m super stoked to get double wins last weekend at the NSSA in Menehune’s and to be named Surfer of the Week by the NSSA,” said Rodgers.

He’s savvy in a wide array of conditions, and when it comes to competitive success in Surf City, he explained, “I like the inside double up barrel section.”

The fifth grader at San Clemente Christian School notes that Lowers is his favorite wave. And as far as goals go, he keeps it pretty simple: “Take the W!” When his homework’s done and the wind turns onshore, Rodgers has no problem keeping himself entertained. Handy with a fishing pole or a golf club, surfing’s not the only thing that keeps him psyched. SC

The early days of San O surfing brought people looking to get away and indulge in the pure love of riding the waves. Photo: Joe Quigg

raphy pioneer and distinguished member of the Palos Verdes Surfing Club. “During the week, you would get it all to yourself; but on the weekend, all sorts of characters showed up.”

Throughout the ’30s, the crew at San Onofre coalesced around the concept of remaining aloof from the rest of the Southern California surf scene, which by this time was starting to take itself more seriously.

Competitions were starting to be organized and regional surf clubs formed.

“The real ’Nofre guys didn’t care about a club,” explained Oshier. “They went there to get away from that.”

This little golden period in California surf history could only last so long. In 1941, the United States entered into World War II and a lot of the San O regulars signed up for

the service. In 1943, the U.S. Department of Interior claimed eminent domain over the Santa Margarita Ranch property, and it was leased to the Marine Corps and Camp Pendleton was built. Ulrich ended up losing his fish camp while the commanding officer of the new base denied all public access to the beach. San O would enjoy a renaissance after the war, but for those that were there in the early of days, it must not have been the same.

Times change, generations come and go, but as I was driving home from water polo practice, I couldn’t help but think about those two kids and what kind of fun they were going to have this summer. Whatever happens next down there, it always has been and always will be about spending long days on the sand and in the water. SC

SURF FORECAST Water Temperature:558-62 degrees F Water Visibility and Conditions: San Clemente: 5-7’ Poor-Fair Thursday: Peaking mix of primary SSW/S swell and secondary WNW swell. Look for shoulderhead high (4-5’) surf at good breaks while top southern hemi and combo spots go a little overhead on sets. Conditions look mostly poor though with rising NW’erly winds (lightest early) and clearing skies.

Outlook: Fun size blend of SSW and NW swells through the upcoming weekend with best spots seeing waist-head high (3-5’) surf. Winds/conditions continue to be suspect though. Be sure to check the full premium forecast on Surfline for more details and the longer range outlook.

Hayden Rodgers. Photo: Kurt Steinmetz

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