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Since its founding in 2002, the camp for children with heart disease and their families has provided not only traditional camp activities but also bonding experiences for kids who deal with life and death on a daily basis.

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San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick takes a minute to play a game of catch with kids from Camp Taylor, a camp for children born with heart defects, at the Against All Odds Golf Tournament to benefit the nonprofit in 2013.

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Welcome Page

In The Know

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Yosemite Treks Luxury Wilderness

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Book Review

American Girl Doll Fashion Show

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Save Our Water

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Look Back

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Full of Life

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Heart Healthy Nutrition Health Benefits of Honey

Place Called Home

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Oakdale Rodeo

‘The Orchid Whisperer’ Gardening in a Drought

Thrifty Fashion

Marketplace

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Vol. 1 No. 1 ■ April/ May 2014 Publisher Hank Vander Veen

General manager Jennifer Marek Drew Savage

Welcome to 209 magazine.

I am thrilled to welcome you to our inaugural issue. It’s all about change, and change is a good thing! It’s a part of our natural growth and progression in America. Our kids grow up and go to college, fashion and style evolve every season, new restaurants open almost every week, technology changes daily, and there is a fresh, new magazine in town, we call 209 Magazine.

MNC of California is a great company that is positively impacting the community, with several publications in the heart of the 209. What sets us apart is our firm commitment to relevant, community-driven content. We want to feature the things that truly make our region a wonderful place to live, raise a family, and to visit.

As you look through our publication, please remember we are a work in progress. We urge you to read the stories and enjoy the pictures that make the 209 such a unique region. This is where we live, laugh and celebrate life.

Together with the help of our editors and a great team of contributors, our mission is to provide you, our readers, an inspiring reading experience. We welcome your submissions, calendar events and stories.

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intheknow 209 Spring Fairs and Festivals April 12

Los Banos Downtown Spring Street Faire This annual street faire will feature arts, crafts, antiques and informational booths. Hours are 8:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. in downtown Los Banos.

April 25-27

Stockton Asparagus Festival Located in the tree-shaded Martin Luther King Jr. Plaza, this event showcases a wide array of high quality art and contemporary and traditional crafts. The Stockton Asparagus Festival is a non-profit charity. The proceeds of the Stockton Asparagus Festival are shared by over 129 charities that are represented by the Spear-It staff volunteers. Each charity receives a donation based on a schedule of units, or hours, for the work performed by the volunteers. In 2013 the Asparagus Festival was able to distribute $63,500 among the charities involved.

Tickets are $13 for adults, $8 for college students, teens, seniors, and active military, and children 12 and under are free with paying adult. Food and drink tickets are $1 each. The festival is held at 221 N. Center St., Stockton from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. each day. For more information, visit asparagusfest.com.

April 30-May 4

Merced County Spring Fair Racing pigs, petting farm, circus fun, the midway... the Merced County Spring Fair will be held April 30-May 4. Enjoy the rides, the fair foods, learn more about the area’s agriculture and see the arts and crafts of Merced County residents.

Tickets at the gate are $9 for adults, $3 for youth and children under 5 are free. Carnival wristbands are $22. Arena events include: Quad /Motocross, $6 all seats; Destruction Derby and RV Smash-ORama, $15 all seats; and Truck and Tractor Pulls, $15 all seats.

The fair will be held at the Los Banos Fairgrounds, 401 F. St., Los Banos. For daily schedules, visit www.co.merced.ca.us.

May 24-25

Arnold Peddler’s Faire The Peddler’s Fair will be held over Memorial Day weekend in this beautiful mountain resort town, situated amongst the pines and redwoods. The Faire features over 70 booths of antiques, collectibles, arts/crafts, vintage jewelry and much more. The Volunteer Fire Department serves local beers and a variety of home-made food booths, kettle corn, and baked goodies are offered. The Lion’s Club holds an all-you-can eat $6 pancake breakfast both days from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m.

The fair will be held from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. in downtown Arnold, off Highway 4. For more information, visit gocalaveras.com.

May 30-June 1

Patterson Apricot Fiesta This annual event promotes the apricot Industry and the City of Patterson. Features arts and craft Show, parade, Little Miss and Mister Pageant on Friday night and Miss Patterson, fireworks and much more. The fiesta is held in downtown Patterson from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. May 30, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. May 31, and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 1. For more information, visit apricotfiesta.com.

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American Girls walk the runway at annual fashion show

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To kick off the American Girl fashion show, held in March at the Gallo Center for the Arts, each doll’s look -like model exhibits her classic outfit while her personal history is read.

Shown here a model emulates the Kit Kittredge doll’s classic 1930’s Depression era outfit.

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“This event allows us to offer scholarships to students who come to our school and also lets us reduce the overall expenses it takes to run a school these days,” said event coordinator Yvonne Samms.

The American Girl Fashion Show is an annual event for St. Stanislaus and with three showings in one day, it draws hundreds of girls and their families to not only see the fashion show but get into the American Girl spirit. Hair dressers were available for girls to have their dolls’ hair styled, complimentary lemonade and treats were available to snack on and computers were set up should parents want to order any items from the fashion show.

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young girls to meet new friends and bond over a common interest.

“This annual event is a way for our students to build confidence; it’s a way for them to perform in a way, it’s a way for them to contribute to the school.

We don’t just teach reading, writing and arithmetic, we teach poise, we teach confidence and we try to educate the whole child,” said Russ Antrocoli, principal of St. Stanislaus. ■

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hile trends in children’s toys are as common as the frequent changes in the fashion industry, certain toys have come to stand the test of time, such as the American Girl Doll.

For almost 30 years girls of different ages and backgrounds have been drawn to American Girl Dolls, often immersing themselves in the history and culture unique to each doll and the time period she represents. In March, girls from all over the area flocked to the Gallo Center for the Arts in Modesto with their dolls tucked under their arms to witness the American Girl Fashion Show. Sponsored by the St. Stanislaus School in Modesto, the American Girl Fashion Show featured professional models that look like the classic dolls, as well as local models to showcase the various fashions available to purchase for the dolls and the girls who proudly own them.

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ith California facing its worst water shortage crisis in modern history, Save Our Water – a partnership between the Association of California Water Agencies and the California Department of Water Resources – has launched a ‘Californians Don’t Waste’ campaign to bring awareness to simple ways citizens can save water every day.

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Outdoors • Water early in the morning or later in the evening • Choose water-efficient irrigation such as drip irrigation for trees • Water deeply, but less frequently • Put a layer of mulch around trees and plants to reduce evaporation • Plant drought-resistant trees and plants

What You Can Do In the house • Use the washing machine and dishwasher for full loads only • Install water-efficient clothes washer and dishwasher • Install aerators on kitchen faucet to reduce flows • Soak pots and pans instead of letting water run while you scrape them • Don’t use running water to thaw food • Keep pitcher of drinking water in refrigerator instead of running tap

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Austin Foss takes on the bronc riding event in the 2013 Oakdale PRCA Rodeo, where he finished tied for seventh.

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t couldn’t get much more fitting than this: cowboys (and cowgirls) will soon saddle up and head in to Oakdale, the Cowboy Capital of the World, for the annual PRCA Rodeo.

Home to the Oakdale Saddle Club Rodeo Grounds, which hosts the annual event, this year marks the 63rd edition of the rodeo bringing competitors and fans to Oakdale.

While there are a number of activities scattered throughout Rodeo Week, the competition itself runs April 12-13 this year.

Festivities begin with the annual rodeo parade starting at 9 a.m. April 12, rain or shine, that starts on Mann Avenue, off West F Street and follows a course through downtown Oakdale that concludes in the SaveMart parking lot on East F Street. That is followed

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Bull rider Christopher Bird hangs on for the wildest 8 seconds in all of sports. Bird was award 81 points for this ride in the 2013 Oakdale PRCA Rodeo.

by several hours of nonstop PRCA action at the rodeo grounds on East F. Gates open at 1:30 p.m. for the Grand Entry and the start of events, with the ticket price at the gate $20 for adults, $10 for children from 7- to 12-yearsold. Advanced tickets are $15 (adults) and $10 (children 7-12) with kids 6 and younger admitted free.

Competition includes bull riding, saddle bronc, bareback, barrel racing, and team roping. The final day of action on April 13 will see the presentation of individual event championships, the unveiling of the All Around Champion and a celebration of all things rodeo.

You can buy your advanced tickets online at oakdalerodeo. com or in person at Oakdale locations including Oakdale Feed and Seed, Bucksworth Western Wear, Oakdale Cowboy Museum, Oakdale Chamber Of Commerce.

Tickets can also be purchased in Escalon at Escalon Feed, Modesto

at Boot Barn or Crossroads Feed, and in Turlock at Boot Barn or Turlock Feed.

If the Oakdale Rodeo just whets your appetite, there’s more opportunity to enjoy the sport a little later in the spring. Mark the calendar for May 10-11 for the 57th annual Mother Lode Round-Up in Sonora.

The action-packed weekend gets under way as the parade goes through historic downtown Sonora on Saturday beginning at 10 a.m., followed by the competition at the Mother Lode Fairgrounds for the rodeo. Gates open at 1:30 p.m. and the action begins at 2 p.m.

For the Sonora event, tickets will be $15 presale, $18 at gate, $7 for children 7- to 12 and kids 6 and under are admitted free. The weekend is filled with activities and fun for everyone with a dance, the observance of Mother’s Day on Sunday, Cowboy Church and a kiddie rodeo Sunday at 12:30 p.m. ■

Some of the coveted belt buckles sponsored by local businesses and organizations are on display at the Oakdale Rodeo Grounds, each competitor hoping to add to their personal collection with an event victory.

RODEO EVENTS BARREL RACING

This event, for women riders, has them looking for the fastest time, getting their horses around the series of barrels in the arena in a cloverleaf pattern

SADDLE BRONC RIDING

Out of the chute with spurs above the horse’s shoulders, the rider has to hang on for an 8-second ride with no saddle horn and using only one hand on the rope in hopes of staying aboard for the required amount of time

BAREBACK RIDING

Another timed event, 8 seconds is the magic number for riders – without the benefit of any saddle and only one rope to hang on to – to achieve to earn a score in this event

TIE DOWN ROPING

The goal is, in the fastest time possible, get out of the chute, take down the calf and get three of its legs tied together as it lays on the arena floor, with the horse and roper working as a team

STEER WRESTLING

Much like it sounds, the goal here is for the cowboy to bring his horse alongside the steer and, leaping from the horse, grab on to the horns and wrestle the steer to the arena floor

TEAM ROPING

This two person team event requires skill and cooperation, with the heeler getting his rope around the back legs, the header getting his around the horns to stop the steer

BULL RIDING

Always the marquee event, bull riders look for 8 seconds on the bull, hanging on with one hand and using legs and arms for balance, working to keep from being bucked off. Points in this event are awarded for the rider and the bull, but only count if the cowboy can stay on for 8 seconds

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f the changing season has you thinking a change is in order for your wardrobe, but your pocketbook is crying “no, no, no” then the answer may be to get a bit thrifty, as in thrift stores and consignment shops. It’s here that a savvy shopper can find some stylish finds at a fraction of the retail price.

Here are four tips to keep in mind to make sure your thrifty trek is a true treasure.

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Keep an open mind. Be open to the possibilities you can find while perusing the racks. Modesto’s Second Chance Consignment and Costume Corner co-owner Beth Rose says one of the best benefits about shopping in a thrift or consignment shop is the chance to be creative.

“We’re getting items in the shop from so many people and that creates a real variety in the store. By picking and choosing from different designers they can create their own style and be assured they won’t run into their ‘twin’ somewhere around town.”

Check for quality. Most of the items in thrift stores are still in good shape and have arrived there because the clothes no longer fit, no longer hold the same appeal, or have become dated. But it’s still a good idea to check that all the buttons are still attached, the zipper still works and the clothing is free of rips, holes and stains. And remember to be realistic of your own sewing skills.

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Get to know the sales team. These are the people that can keep you updated on new inventory and when items go on sale. “I have people who are looking for a very specific item or a certain designer and I’ll call them when something comes in they might like or have an interest in,” Rose said.

Size is just a number and in the case of thrift stores, that number may be off from what you’re used to. If they have a dressing room make use of it. If they don’t, then wear a simple outfit that you can slide the clothes over with ease. “Each brand’s way of sizing is going to be different,” said Kristy George, who co-owns Second Chance Consignment and Costume Corner. “People come in all shapes and sizes and so do the clothes.”

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Bump. Bump. Bump.

The dance floor is jumping, the bar is hopping and there’s a line of people outside waiting to get in and become a part of what it is that you’re enjoying on one of your two weekend nights.

Sounds like San Francisco doesn’t it?

Definitely New York. But there are places in the Central Valley where you can get that same experience – and a host of others – without having to drive so much as five miles away from home.

Depending on where you live of course.

Some places have the standard jukebox.

Others have the deejay. But dining, drinking and dancing are universal no matter where you’re at.

Here are two distinct places where you can either get down, or enjoy some quality pub time.

El Rancho Sports Longue, Lodi – Yes, it seems like a bit of a drive. But if you’re tired of the same old grind and are look-

ing for something fresh and new, this is a nightspot that can be one of the most popular in the 209 and routinely features a line of people to get inside. Music blares.

Folks in their Saturday night best show up in droves. And a blue-collar section of a blue-collar town, it’s a guarantee that you’re going to fit in.

Location: 621 N. Cherokee Ave., Lodi, 209-368-9249.

Valley Brewing Co. – A Stockton staple, this is the only place in town where

The dance floor is jumping, the bar is hopping and there’s a line of people outside waiting to get in and become a part of what it is that you’re enjoying on one of your two weekend nights.

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Kellie Jacobs of Stockton’s Valley Brew serves up a brew.

you can grab a fresh-brewed pint of just about anything. Seasonal beers are a nice touch at certain times of the year, and the several constants are favorites by regulars that hold the spot in high esteem. The good is equally as good. And the best part? It’s not that expensive. The prices, for the quality of food and drink that you’re getting, are extremely reasonable, and the décor of the building will keep you entertained for the duration of your first visit. There’s something special about this place. Make sure you give it a shot.

Location: 157 W. Adams Street on the Miracle Mile, Stockton, 209-464-2739. ■

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Chef’ elevates Valley culinary scene

Ernie’s executive chef Michael Midgley puts the finishing touches on a filet mignon dish in his kitchen. Midgley’s culinary talents have turned the Manteca restaurant into a destination for diners all over Northern California.

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Nestled next door to Casino Real on North Main Street in Manteca, the recipe for Ernie’s success is no different than the dishes created in Midgley’s kitchen. It’s the product of multiple ingredients, each carefully mixed together to deliver an experience worth savoring.

The list of ingredients, as prescribed by owner Dennis Williams: One, hire the valley’s best chef, whose ability in the kitchen and street-wise personality would make him marketable to patrons and TV execs alike.

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“It’s a big part of what we do here. People come in here all the time because of what they see on television,” said Midgley, who recently released his eBook available on Amazon. “I try to go out there once or twice a night to talk to diners. They like when they chef comes out.”

Second, and equally as important, hold the rest of the staff to that same measure of excellence.

And lastly, offer the diners the very best certified Angus steaks and Kobe beef, the freshest fish and produce, and a wine and spirits menu that reaches beyond the top shelf.

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Wrote Yelper Roger W. of Chandler, Ariz.: “A-ma-zing. The meals look like something out of New York City, San Francisco

t almost sounds too good to be true, executive chef Michael Midgley says with a raspy laugh as he breaks into a story.

A couple recently traveled from Santa Cruz to Manteca, braving the evening commuter traffic and Highway 17’s bends and curves, for dinner.

Yes, dinner.

But it is true. So too are the stories of couples and families drawn to The Family City from Fresno, Sacramento and all parts of the Bay Area, toting nothing more than an empty stomach and an open mind.

They come to Manteca to experience Ernie’s Food & Spirits, passing through the double doors into a luxurious restaurant and bar seemingly plucked out of a major metropolitan and dropped in the heart of the Central Valley.

“We get great support from Manteca, but it’s really from all over now,” said Midgley, whose appearances on “Top Chef, Season 2” and other TV cook shows have bolstered Ernie’s reputation. “The word is out. We have people coming from Fresno, the Bay Area and Sacramento. It’s turned into a destination spot to eat.

“We had some diners here the other night that came from Santa Cruz. Our wine and spirits list is second to none. I think you’d have to go to Vegas to find everything we have.”

“The meals look like something out of New York City, San Francisco or Las Vegas.”

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or Las Vegas. Presentation is like art. … Rack of lamb is probably the best we have ever had. And you don’t even have to like duck to appreciate their wonderful duck dish. The meal prices are splurge worthy, but definitely worth it. The restaurant itself is very modern trendy and beautiful decor. Staff is very knowledgeable and extremely competent.

Go to Ernie’s for dinner: you won’t regret it.”

The culinary creations leap from the imagination of Midgley, a Stockton native with an all-world talent in the kitchen.

Midgley, who has also appeared “Knife Fight” and “Cutthroat Kitchen”, teamed up with Williams to launch Ernie’s in December 2012. The relationship has been harmonious and both-ways beneficial.

Williams has given Midgley creative freedom to build the menu, which features Saturday dinner staples such as a dry-aged 14-ounce rib eye or Kobe beef filet; or unique twists on traditional items, such as the grilled Caesar salad or the filet mignon-infused Philly Cheese steak.

In turn, Midgley has promised to carry out Williams’ mantra for the restaurant: To be excellent in every phase of operation – from the kitchen to the hostesses and wait staff, from the bar to the management.

“He holds us to a really high standard. There’s a lot of pressure working here to be the best all the time,” Midgley said. “We cook with the best food. We hire the best people we can find. All of those details – from the spot on the silverware and glasses to the beef we use. That’s Dennis’ commitment to excellence.” ■

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flavors Infuse Spring Celebrations with Grilled Lamb (Family Features) Roasted leg of lamb traditionally takes center stage for spring celebrations around the family dinner table. This flavorful recipe from Boston Chef Michael Scelfo for Grilled American Lamb Sirloin is a fresh spin on whole leg roasts, and simplifies spring entertaining. While sirloin chops are commonly found in grocery stores, consider ordering a whole sirloin roast — a portion of the leg — from your butcher for a larger gathering.

Though you may be most familiar with roasting or braising, American lamb can be deliciously prepared a variety of ways. For example, this grilled lamb recipe pairs a zesty marinade with a hint of cacao for a fresh and seasonal American lamb spread. Simple marinades and rubs will bring out the best in lamb, creating a fresh flavor that enhances and tenderizes the meat.

Invest in a quality meat thermometer to avoid overcooking lamb. The key to tender and flavorful meat is removing the lamb from the heat when it reaches 135 degrees. Then, let it rest before cutting, bringing the internal temperature to 145 degrees (medium rare).

Grilled American Lamb Sirloin Serves 4 to 6 1 1/2 pounds American lamb sirloin or sirloin

chops 2 lemons 3 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped 3 anchovy fillets, coarsely chopped 1/2 cup pitted black olives, plus a few for garnish 2/3 cup flat leaf parsley leaves 2 tablespoons cacao nibs 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil Pat sirloin dry and place in 8-inch square baking dish. Coarsely chop zest of one lemon and place in food processor or blender. Add juice of both lemons and remaining ingredients. Roughly puree by pulsing food processor or blender several times, until mixture is smooth with some small chunks.

Rub puree over meat. Loosely cover pan with plastic wrap and marinate at least 2 hours in refrigerator, preferably overnight.

Remove sirloin from refrigerator one hour prior to cooking to bring meat to room temperature. Heat gas or charcoal grill so one section is approximately 450°F degrees, and a second section is about 350°F. When grill is hot, scrape excess rub off sirloin and place it on hot side of grill, flat side down.

Sear 3 to 4 minutes per side, or until nicely charred. Move sirloin to cooler side of grill and

continue to cook, covered, until it reaches 135°F, approximately 25 minutes or 15 to 20 minutes per pound. (For individual chops, use medium hot grill, 4 to 6 minutes per side.)

Before slicing, allow meat to rest, loosely covered with foil, for 15 minutes to bring the internal temperature to 145°F (medium rare).

Serving tip: Serve on a bed of Carrot & Coriander Mash, topped with Puree of Grilled Ramps. Find the full recipe and others at www. americanlamb.com.

Spring Fruit Compote

By JEAN KRESSY Relish Magazine

If presentation counts for anything, the fruit cup at one of New York’s fanciest restaurants was a stunner. There was nothing on the menu that indicated it was anything more than fruit in a dish, but it sounded like a good way to wind up a meal that had more than its share of butter and cream. So we ordered it.

What came next was practically the gourmet equivalent of the crown jewels being brought to the table. It took two waiters to pull it off; one to announce its arrival and sweep away any lingering crumbs and another to put the dish down. The dish, actually a parfait glass so tall it came with an extra-long spoon, was perched on smaller dish, known in the trade as an “underliner.” From where we sat, the top of the glass was a long reach away. At any other place we might have asked for a boost from a Manhattan telephone book, but this was not that kind of place. And so, while everyone dug into their creme brulee and chocolate mousse, we went to work on the fruit.

As desserts go, fruit is easy and versatile, and even the smallest of extra steps gives an added dimen-

sion. This spring fruit compote, for instance, is a combination of dried apricots, orange, pineapple and fresh berries. But before the berries are added, the ingredients are marinated in an orangy mixture of Grand Marnier and marmalade. It comes to the table in ordinary stemmed glasses—no team of waiters, no special spoons, just a deliciously simple fruit cup that can be adapted to include anything in season.

Spring Fruit Compote 1/2 cup Grand Marnier (orange liqueur) or orange juice 2 tablespoons orange marmalade 1/2 cup quartered dried apricots Grated zest and sectioned fruit of 1 navel orange 1 fresh pineapple, peeled, cored and cubed 4 pints fresh berries: strawberries, raspberries, blueberries and blackberries Combine Grand Marnier, marmalade, dried apricots, orange zest and sections, and pineapple up to 24 hours in advance.

Up to 1 hour before serving, rinse berries.

Hull strawberries and slice. Halve blackberries if they are large. Leave blueberries and raspberries

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whole. Toss berries, as gently as possible, with marinated fruit. Serves 8 to 10.

Recipe by Crescent Dragonwagon.

Per serving: 120 calories, 1g fat, 2g prot., 31g carbs., 5g fiber, 5mg sodium.

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Camp A heart for children Taylor

The kids of Camp Taylor show off their “Kaepernicking” skills at Mavis Stouffer Park in Ripon.

A portion of the proceeds of the official Kaepernicking t-shirt sales goes to the children’s heart camp.

Camp offers kids with heart defects chance to connect with others like them

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imberlie Gamino has been fighting for her son, Taylor, since he was five days old and had his first openheart surgery. Now 20, Taylor, who has hypo-plastic right heart syndrome, or half a heart, has survived multiple surgeries. Gamino not only supported Taylor through his health problems, but also made it possible for him to interact with other kids going through the same things.

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Since its founding in 2002, the camp for children with heart disease and their families has provided not only traditional camp activities but also bonding experiences for kids who deal with life and death on a daily basis.

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Colin Kaepernick hangs with kids at Camp Taylor.

Camper Naomi DeBello and counselor Danni Kight show off their matching scars at Camp Taylor in summer 2011.

Colin Kaepernick addresses the crowd at the first annual Against All Odds Golf Tournament in June 2013 to benefit Camp Taylor.

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“They live their lives differently than you and I,” said Gamino about the children who attend Camp Taylor. “They don’t have a lot of time, so they keep things in perspective.

“They live more than us with whole hearts.”

The need for a place like Camp Taylor has grown exponentially since Gamino started the camp for her own son. The reason for growth is a happy one: more children born with heart disease are surviving to live into their teens and adulthood.

As these children grow up, most having endured multiple life-threatening surgeries, the need for a community of others who know what they’ve gone through also grows.

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need someone to fight their battles; we’re at the forefront of that.”

The support starts at the week-long camp, a miracle in itself as most of the children would be turned away from traditional camps due to their health. Camp Taylor is staffed with a complete team of medical professionals, including pediatric cardiologists, pediatricians, registered nurses, paramedics, an onsite ambulance and a fully equipped cardiac infirmary.

“We have a better pediatric cardiology staff than most hospitals. That’s what it takes; that’s what we do,” Gamino said.

While the campers do traditional outdoor activities like swimming and archery, they also have group sessions where they can talk about their heart disease and how it affects their lives. And the friends they make at camp are often friends for life.

“They come to camp for a week, but 359 days of the year they have this incredible network of friends they can tap into when they go into the hospital or when a problem comes up at school,” Gamino said. “It’s much more than camp for us.”

Camp Taylor made a difference in Hughson native Ryan Lonergan’s life. Back in 2004, Lonergan thought he was like any other boy on his basketball team. Tall and lanky, he already had dreams of playing

in the NBA one day. On Dec. 23, 2004, those dreams came to an abrupt end when Lonergan collapsed during basketball practice. Unlike most athletes who go down due to dehydration or heat exhaustion, Lonergan was having a heart attack.

An off-duty paramedic and emergency medical technician were able to revive Lonergan and he was eventually diagnosed with a congenital anomalous coronary artery. While he got used to new limitations due to his disease, he also had to deal with being “that one kid who died” at a very small school. One thing that helped was getting involved with Camp Taylor, he said.

“It makes a humungous difference,” Lonergan said. “It’s really beneficial to be around other people who have experienced what you have...You’re not the only one who hates going to the hospital or worries you’re going to die.”

Camp Taylor’s most famous advocate Camp Taylor is an organization close to San Francisco 49ers quarterback and Turlock native Colin Kaepernick’s heart. Over 30 years ago his parents, Rick and Teresa

Hughson native Ryan Lonergan mentors kids at a Livermore session of Camp Taylor in 2011. Lonergan first attended the camp for kids with heart problems as a camper after he had a heart attack during an 8th grade basketball practice in 2004.

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Kaepernick, became one of the thousands of families who suffered the loss of a child due to congenital heart defects — not once, but twice in a two year span.

A year after their loss, the Kaepernicks were blessed with the birth of a healthy daughter, whom they named Devon.

Devon joined her big brother, Kyle, who was born healthy before his two brothers with heart defects.

The Kaepernicks went on with life, never forgetting their sons and the struggles they went through. When Devon was six years old, however, both Rick and Teresa decided their family was not quite complete. Not wanting to risk having another child born with heart defects, they decided to adopt. And that is when Colin came into their lives.

Colin formed a tight bond with Camp Taylor since being drafted by the 49ers in 2011. Shortly after receiving his first NFL paycheck, Kaepernick quietly donated money to Camp Taylor in honor of his parents.

He has since supported the organization with not only funding, but by visiting the campers and raising awareness

for heart disease.

“This is something that has touched my heart because I probably wouldn’t be in this situation, I wouldn’t be with my family, if they hadn’t lost two kids to heart defects. So I think this is a big role in my life and where I’m at and how I’ve got here and I’m just blessed to be a part of it,” Kaepernick said during the 2013 All Odds Golf Tournament to benefit Camp Taylor.

“For the children, camp is all about acceptance and fitting in... what Colin added to that is if someone at that scale cares about us this much, someone we see on TV, this big football player, this is acceptance on a big level,” said Gamino.

Camp Taylor growing along with need As more children survive heart defects and find out about Camp Taylor through the efforts of advocates, like Kaepernick, the more demand there is for camp.

“Our biggest challenge is finding facilities,” said Gamino.

Last year, Camp Taylor held sessions at the California State University, Stanislaus campus in an effort to serve more families.

Camp Taylor nurse Deb Hanisch, Camp Taylor Medical Director Dr. Kavin Desai and Taylor Gamino visit Shon Clayton, 15, at Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital at Stanford.

Gamino was at the hospital for his own pre-operative tests and decided to take a minute to visit a fellow camper.

“Camp is wherever we are. It’s about being together. We can fulfill our mission on a college campus or camp ground...it’s about doing something you don’t normally do,” said Gamino.

While the fun and support of camp can be recreated anywhere, Camp Taylor is looking to find a permanent home — and soon.

“Our ultimate goal is to build our own camp facility. We hope to have the property within a year,” said Gamino.

Gamino is looking for 10 to 20 acres in the greater Modesto area, a location that would keep the camp under 2,000 elevation (due to health concerns for the

The Camp Taylor & Colin Kaepernick

Against All Odds 2nd Annual Golf Tournament

This day of golf and giving back will be held June 16 at the Del Rio Golf & Country Club Schedule of Events: 10 a.m. Golfer check-in, team photo with Colin Kaepernick, Punt, Pass and Kick contest 12 p.m. Shot gun start (scramble format) 4:30 p.m. No host cocktails, guests arrive 6 p.m. Dinner, auction, and awards Sponsorships: Heart of Gold Super Bowl Sponsor $10,000 Includes: Two golf teams, full page program ad, company name and logo on banner, cart sponsorship, hole

sponsorship, dining room sponsor, recognition during event dinner by master of ceremonies, reserved dinner seating for 16 people (including golfers).

Heart of Silver All Star Sponsorship $5,000 Includes: One golf team, full page program ad, company name on event banner, dining room sponsor, reserved dinner seating for eight people.

Heart of Bronze Camp Friend $2,500 Includes: One golf team, half page program ad, dining room sponsor, four dinner tickets for golfers.

For more information, visit www.KidsHeartCamp.org/golf or call 209-545-4715.

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campers), and within 15 minutes of a major emergency room.

“If we build the camp, the sky’s the limit — we’ll be running 80 more camps,” said Gamino. ■

The Camp Taylor 2014-2015 Wish List 10-20 acres of land to build a permanent camp home.

2 pop up tents for shade 8 brand new sleeping bags Large packs of AA batteries New/used good condition conference room table and chairs 200 insulated water bottles New/used 6 passenger golf cart 250 all white drawstring standard pillow cases 1 supersized inflatable waterslide 10 Purell hand sanitizer pumps 12 aerosol waterproof sunscreen (min 30 spf ) 3 day use of a cabin/vacation home for leadership/mentor/sibs retreat weekend Gift cards to the following stores for supplies: Costco, Office Max, Staples, Target, Walmart, Sports Authority To donate, go to http://www. kidsheartcamp.org/

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great attraction of touring the mountains is their sense of timeless beauty, offering visitors a window into the land’s distant past. California’s peaks and valleys have changed little since the United States annexed the future state from Mexico in 1848, or even since the nation’s founding in 1776.

Nowhere does that ageless wonder feel stronger than the Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest. Here the journey of Columbus is a current event and the Great Wall of China is a recent construction project. Some of these marvels, aged but still growing, have stood longer than the great pyramids of Egypt.

Bristlecone pines in the Inyo National Forest rank as the world’s oldest trees, some more than 4,000 years in age. Anyone with an appreciation of geography or natural history will appreciate hiking through a part of the world largely unchanged since 2,000 B.C. The experience is certainly worth a detour for those already traveling east of the Sierra Nevada mountains.

Two hikes from Schulman Grove enthrall visitors. The one-mile Discovery Trail tours an impressive area of bristlecones in a short and easy loop.

Those who are physically able, though, may prefer the 4.5-mile Methuselah Walk through the largest and densest concentration of pines in the forest. This two-hour hike also features Methuselah, believed to be the world’s oldest tree at 4,844 years young, in an area called the Forest of the Ancients.

How do the trees survive and reproduce in such a high and arid environment? Why do

they thrive in some parts of the forest but not in others? What finally kills the pines, and what happens next? Interpretive booklets and trail markers answer these and many other questions.

Consider the weather and elevation before choosing a hike. Schulman Grove stands at 10,000 feet above sea level, where thunderstorms erupt suddenly and many find the air thin and dry.

Another attraction of the forest is White Mountain Peak, the state’s third-highest summit at 14,246 feet. This is California’s most easilyattained peak exceeding 14,000 feet, with a rocky dirt road leading to the summit and a high-elevation trailhead. But hikers, especially those inexperienced at high altitudes, should still proceed cautiously.

From Schulman Grove, drive 16 miles north on a mostly-unpaved forest road to White Mountain Peak Trailhead. This bumpy ride will take at least an hour, but delivers riders to an uncommonly-high launching point at 11,680 feet. Many camp at the trailhead, where there’s a parking area and pit toilet. Be sure to take time to enjoy the stars; they’re big, bright and countless at this elevation.

From here to the summit is a seven-mile trek which gains 2,566 feet. The ascent is gradual until the last hour, when climbers reach the mountain’s switchbacks. Along the way, hikers pass by a University of California research station. They will also probably see scores of marmots and may even spot a herd of wild bighorn sheep.

At the summit, an awesome view of the Sierra Nevada mountains to the west rewards trekkers

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on clear days. Many consider this the best panorama of the Range of Light anywhere. To the east, one can see deep and far into the Nevada desert and the Great Basin. To the south, Death Valley looms. Those who start early enough to enjoy a sunrise here will not be disappointed.

Most hikers will double back and finish the trip in a day, because there are few attractive camping spots on the route.

More importantly, there’s no water. Be sure to bring an adequate supply for a long hike without shade.

On the drive back, those hungry for more can hit the Patriarch Grove for two more short and rewarding hikes, and probably few other hikers enjoying them. Both the Timber-

line Ancients Nature Trail and Cottonwood Basin Overlook Trail are favorites of photographers, especially in the sunrise hours. At this 11,000-foot perch lives The Patriarch, the largest known bristlecone pine, gnarled and knotted from centuries of growth.

As I admired it, I noticed a nearby sapling only a few feet tall, just beginning its own growth and journey through time. Examining the young tree, I realized that the bristlecone pines are more than a bridge to the past. They also connect us to our future. Whatever awaits us in the centuries or even millennia to come, these enduring wonders could still be here. ■

— Matt Johanson is a high school journalism teacher and a freelance outdoor and travel writer. He is a lifelong outdoors enthusiast with more than 20 years experience in the Yosemite area and the author of “Yosemite Epics: Tales of Adventure from America’s Greatest Playground” and “Yosemite Adventures: 50 Spectacular Hikes, Climbs, and Winter Treks.”

IF YOU GO Getting there: From Highway 395 in the town of Big Pine, drive east on Highway 168 for 12 miles. Then turn north on White Mountain Road, driving 11 miles to Schulman Grove where the visitor center, Discovery Walk and Methuselah Walk are located. Continue north on the road – from here it’s mostly unpaved – to reach Patriarch Grove or White Mountain Peak Trailhead.

Drivers should not attempt to take trailers or large vehicles like motor homes on the unpaved portion of White Mountain Road.

The road is usually open from mid-May through November. For current road conditions, call 760-873-2500.

Supplies: Bring a generous supply of food and especially water. Neither is available at the Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest.

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Hats, sunglasses and sunscreen are all indispensable.

Camping: The Grandview Campground, a few miles south of Schulman Grove, has no-reservation sites available on a first-come, first-served basis. There’s no water or garbage service. The sites are free, though the Forest Service requests a $3 maintenance donation.

Altitude: Because of the forest’s high elevation, visitors coming from sea level should hydrate well and avoid undue exertion. Those hiking to the summit of White Mountain Peak should consider spending at least one night at altitude in advance of the trek.

For more information: Visit www.fs.fed.us/r5/inyo.

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by MATT JOHANSON

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ike to the summit of 11,459-foot Sonora Peak, an easy halfday outing with a spectacular mountain view. Take an equestrian tour of the Emigrant Wilderness. Or, simply camp out of your car in the Stanislaus National Forest, no reservations needed and free in many places.

From seasoned mountaineers to car campers, outdoor enthusiasts find abundant opportunities in the Sonora Pass area on Highway 108.

Closed to automobiles in winter, Highway 108 usually opens in June, and early visitors enjoy great cross country skiing before summer melts away the snow. Free downhill skiing is also possible: some intrepid skiers shuttle a vehicle to the pass and ski several miles down its steep slopes to a second vehicle left below.

A broader range of activities become available in mid-summer when most visitors enjoy the area.

Sonora Pass also offers great fishing, swimming and mountain biking. In short, anyone who likes the outdoors will find something to do there, and it isn’t nearly as crowded as Lake Tahoe or Yosemite.

Camping is extremely popular, and developed campgrounds can be found from Kennedy Meadows to Pinecrest Lake.

Pinecrest is the closest to the restaurants and shops of Strawberry, and tends to be the most crowded. It also represents the high end of expense at $21 per night.

Higher on the road, camping is less expensive and more private. Brightman Flat campground, about 15 miles east of Strawberry on Highway 108, offers 33 sites beside the Stanislaus River on a firstcome, first-served basis for $15 per night.

For just $11 a night, visitors to Pigeon

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Flat campground can pitch their tents in the shadow of the Columns of the Giants, an interesting formation of stone columns formed by ancient volcanic activity. At 7,000 feet, Pigeon Flat is also a good place to acclimate for a high-elevation hike.

However, campers need not pay to use developed campgrounds. Forest Service regulations allow camping anywhere in the Stanislaus or other national forests unless posted otherwise. There are plenty of forest roads leading to scenic and private areas. This is a great way to go as long as you bring your own water and can live without hot showers temporarily. Try Herring Creek Road just north of Strawberry. It’s a dirt road, but you won’t need a truck to drive it.

Kennedy Meadows Resort and Pack Station offers guided equestrian tours and unguided horse rentals. An hour-long trail ride costs $25, and longer outings are available. Kennedy Meadows also has cab-

IF YOU GO Camping: Pinecrest and Pioneer Trail campgrounds accept reservations.

Visit recreation.gov for Pinecrest and reserveamerica.com for Pioneer Trail.

Other campgrounds are walk-ins.

Check the Stanislaus National Forest web site for a list and prices.

Equestrian: Call Kennedy Meadows at (209) 965-3900 or visit the resort’s

ins starting at $71 per night, a restaurant and a general store.

Many hikers ascend Sonora Peak because only two miles and 2,000 vertical feet separate its summit from the Saint Mary’s Pass trailhead, marked by a road sign about a mile west of the highway’s 9,643-foot summit. A well-marked trail covers most of the route, and those who reach the summit enjoy a terrific view of the Sierra range, including peaks of Yosemite and beyond.

For a tougher challenge, try Leavitt Peak in the Emigrant Wilderness. At eight miles round-trip with some offtrail scrambling required, this is a bigger grunt than Sonora Peak, but well worth the effort. Pick up the Pacific Crest Trail heading south at the highway summit. Both the pass and the trailhead are

web site at www.kennedymeadows.com.

Hiking: The Summit Ranger District office of the Stanislaus National Forest, on the east side of Highway 108 at Pinecrest, has information, maps, advice and free wilderness permits for overnight wilderness visits.

marked by road signs, and there’s plenty of parking available.

Both Sonora and Leavitt peaks have summit registers. Reaching the summits not only entitles climbers to document their achievements by signing them, but allows them the privilege of reading the interesting thoughts and observations of visitors from decades past.

Many hikers pick up the Pacific Crest Trail at Sonora Pass, either heading north towards Lake Tahoe or south towards Yosemite National Park. These point-topoint hikes can take a week or more, but many shorter loops or out-and-backs are possible. Hike even a short distance, and you may meet a hardy trekker bound for Canada or Mexico.

Additionally, great technical rock climbing abounds within short distances

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from the road. Most of the climbing is fairly stiff, but gym climbers and beginners will find a few opportunities. Check the excellent guidebook, “A Climber’s Guide to the Sonora Pass Highway,” available locally.

Sonora Pass also offers great fishing, swimming and mountain biking. In short, anyone who likes the outdoors will find something to do there, and it isn’t nearly as crowded as Lake Tahoe or Yosemite. ■

— Matt Johanson is a high school journalism teacher and a freelance outdoor and travel writer. He is a lifelong outdoors enthusiast with more than 20 years experience in the Yosemite area and the author of “Yosemite Epics: Tales of Adventure from America’s Greatest Playground” and “Yosemite Adventures: 50 Spectacular Hikes, Climbs, and Winter Treks.”

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Try these crowd-beating Yosemite treks

By MATT JOHANSON

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osemite attracts three million annual visitors for good reason. With its gushing waterfalls, incomparable granite walls, alpine lakes and jagged peaks, the park boasts a grander landscape than perhaps any other on Earth.

Yet those who venture outside Yosemite Valley can still find solitude as well as scenery. Try these summer day hikes on your next visit to the mountainous mecca.

Taft Point: This 2.2 mile hike through a pine forest delivers a dramatic look at El Capitan. Park at the Sentinel Dome/ Taft Point Trailhead on Glacier Point Road. Follow the signs west from the parking area. Look straight down 3,500 feet from behind a railing and marvel at the Taft Fissures. On the return, hikers can ascend Sentinel Dome and return to the trailhead on a signed loop that adds three miles.

Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias: Okay, this one does not quality as a crowd-beater, but it’s outside Yosemite Valley and brings visitors up close with the world’s largest trees. Park in the grove’s lot or take a free shuttle from Wawona. Many hiking variations are possible, and hikers can visit the popular Grizzly Giant, Bachelor and Three Graces and the California Tunnel Tree by walking just a few miles. Giant sequoias can live longer than 3,000 years and walking amongst them feels like traveling back in time.

It’s a journey worth taking.

Elizabeth Lake: Visit a tranquil glacier-carved lake in the shadow of Unicorn Peak on this 4.8 mile outing.

Park at the Tuolumne Meadows Campground, by the restrooms on B loop.

Hike south through the forest. The first mile climbs most of the 800-foot elevation gain. A use path that surrounds the lake is worth a lap and adds about a mile. The ambitious can scramble onto 10,823-foot Unicorn Peak. The return is all downhill.

Lembert Dome: Take a gentle twomile hike to a novel perch atop a granite giant that commands an inspiring view of Tuolumne Meadows. Though the slanted traverse across granite may feel awkward, it requires no climbing expertise. Park at Dog Lake Trailhead, hike northeast, cross Tioga Road and climb up the switchbacks beyond it.

Turn left at the trail junction to ascend the east slope of Lembert Dome. The view quickly becomes grand as hikers climb above the trees, but it’s just a preview of the glory to come. Still ahead is the summit, which looks like a rounded knob. Hike west across the sloped granite towards its left side. To avoid its steep eastern face, aim slightly left to circle clockwise around the knob.

Pass by the southern slope and instead ascend the gentler west face. Cathedral Peak, Mount Conness, Ragged Peak and Mount Lyell are a few of the summits you can see on a clear day.

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Four Mile Trail: If you’ve hiked the other hikes, you earned a classic trek in Yosemite Valley. This one is less crowded than some, more rewarding than most and, though difficult, offers an optional short cut. The aptly-named trail actually spans 4.6 miles from the Four Mile Trailhead along Southside Drive to Glacier Point, more than 3,200 feet above. Hikers will admire Sentinel Rock, Yosemite Falls, Half Dome and much more incomparable scenery. The ambitious make this an out-and-back trip of about nine miles, though most hike up or down and catch a ride to or from Glacier Point. The park’s concessionaire runs several buses between Yosemite Valley and Glacier Point each day from late spring to early fall; visit yosemitepark.com for details.

Parting advice: Bring water, hats, sunscreen and cameras. Carry a map and learn to use it; the best discoveries may be your own. Visit midweek if possible and avoid holiday weekends. Campers should plan six months in advance; seriously, the campgrounds book up that early. But visiting Yosemite is worth it.

This writer’s number one suggestion is, “Go!” ■ — Matt Johanson is a high school journalism teacher and a freelance outdoor and travel writer. He is a lifelong outdoors enthusiast with more than 20 years experience in the Yosemite area and the author of “Yosemite Epics: Tales of Adventure from America’s Greatest Playground” and “Yosemite Adventures: 50 Spectacular Hikes, Climbs, and Winter Treks.”

Visit a tranquil glacier-carved lake in the shadow of Unicorn Peak on this 4.8 mile outing.

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y favorite fishing and hunting spots are almost always out in the wilderness where I can fish or hunt all day without seeing another human. As our world becomes increasingly crowded, finding solitude becomes harder and harder.

The price for wilderness solitude is often having to hike into a canyon that’s 2,000 feet deep. The fishing is usually great because nobody else is crazy enough to hike back up out of the canyon in the blazing heat at 4 in the afternoon. One day, I caught and released 106 trout while my darned partner caught 156 fish! We caught a fish on almost every cast and never saw another human all day. It was fantastic. Then we had to walk up out of that God-forsaken hole in the heat of the afternoon. That part was truly miserable.

Fortunately, not everyone is as crazy

as me and there are normal people who want to enjoy a wilderness experience and sleep at night in a comfortable bed.

Believe it or not, age plays a factor in such decisions, too. When I was 25 I had no trouble tossing a sleeping bag on a sandbar and roasting my trout on a stick over a campfire. As I’ve gotten a little older I see more merit in eating at a real

I see more merit in eating at a real table with a linen tablecloth and drinking wine from crystal stemware instead sitting on a log and drinking bourbon from a tin cup.

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table with a linen tablecloth and drinking wine from crystal stemware instead sitting on a log and drinking bourbon from a tin cup. Fortunately there are some pretty good solutions to the problem of wanting a wilderness experience where you have comfortable amenities as well.

There are numerous lodges that are located at or near wilderness areas. The Ahwahnee Hotel in Yosemite National Park is one such example. There you can experience world class dining and lodging and still enjoy some great fishing and hiking as well. Coats and tie are still required for gentlemen in the main dining room and you get to look out upon scenery fit for a King. Actually, Queen Elizabeth II did stay at the Ahwahnee and I suspect she found it fitting for a Queen. There are numerous lodges in spots not as well known as Yosemite Valley.

As a child I had an aunt who owned and operated an elegant lodge on a place called Gold Lake. Aunt Dorothy took great pains to see that everything was just perfect for your visit. There were linen tablecloths and napkins, silver table settings and crystal stemware for your wine. Your salad was delivered with a chilled salad fork. The place oozed with old world charm. Yet despite all the luxury of Gold Lake Lodge, there was world class fishing just a few miles away. It could really spoil a person. I expect that if you search on the internet for “Luxury Wilderness Adventures” you’ll find a great many places to cater to your needs.

Another great innovation in providing luxurious wilderness accommodations is the advent of white water rafting. In the past twenty years or so rafting companies have expanded their operations to rivers that I never would have believed could even be run with a raft. When you have gone over Clavey Falls on the Tuolumne you’ll think back and wonder why you were crazy enough to do it. Then, you’ll do it again. White water rafting is really addicting and actually not that dangerous. Some of the people who go over Clavey Falls actually survive!

Rafting companies too, have realized that there’s a market for a luxury white water experience and special gourmet food and drink on a Class 5 white water river. Heck some of the raft trips include a separate wine raft with a sommelier to assist you in your wine tasting experience. No Kidding! They really do. If I hadn’t tasted it myself, I wouldn’t believe how incredibly good a cake can come out of a Dutch oven covered with campfire coals. It will truly blow your taste buds. Naturally there is still a place for backpacking way into the back of beyond. But fortunately for us old codgers, there are also opportunities to enjoy the outdoors in luxury. Don’t believe me?

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Anthology features Central Valley’s literary richness

By DAWN M. HENLEY

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he Golden State’s Highway 99 runs from Red Bluff to Bakersfield, a main artery that connects the cities of California’s Central Valley.

The anthology “Highway 99: A Literary Journey Through California’s Great Central Valley,” features the works of some 70 authors in its first edition who tell stories of life along the 99. Its pages are comprised of notable authors, including John Steinbeck and naturalist John Muir, who wrote about the area, as well as stories, poems, and fables authored by known and less-known Valley residents and the Native Americans.

Northern California resident Stan Yogi was the book’s editor and main researcher. Prior to compiling stories for Highway 99, Yogi had a limited connection to the Central Valley. He grew up in Southern California and as a young boy would visit friends of his father in the small south valley town of Earlimart, where his father had grown up the son of impoverished Japanese farmers.

He said he discovered a lot about the Central Valley during the process. He found moving, funny, poignant stories, poems, and essays from authors who really shared their connection to the Valley.

“The writing really displays a toughness,” Yogi said.

“It’s a no-nonsense kind of style of writing that reflects the Valley’s personalities: hard work, coaxing the land, relying on nature, the uncertainties, the joys and disappointments… (There’s a) flourishing of writing

of diverse people over time, recording their experiences in very moving ways…. In more recent times there’s been an emergence of more Latino and Southeast Asian writers.”

He said there are stories where John Muir describes the Valley as a carpet of flower blooms and Yogi noted that it’s probably hard for people to imagine that now. He also spoke of a writing about Tulare Lake, which was at one time the largest freshwater lake west of the Mississippi and no longer exists, which many people don’t know.

“There was a ton of material,” Yogi said. “I was guided by whether the writing was good and enlightening and if it fit the themes.”

Among the themes he mentioned were the changing geographical landscape, different people who migrated or immigrated to the Valley and the natives, and working the land.

He said that there is some overlap in the themes of the stories and poems.

“It was fun to see the echoes of different themes… It was really a fun process,” he said.

Yogi added that the biggest challenge was making the cuts. He has vivid memories of submitting the final manuscript to the publisher and then calling them to add a new story or poem he felt was worthy.

The first edition of the book was published in 1996 and a revised edition was published in 2007.

“I was really guided by existing anthologies,” Yogi said of his strategy to pull stories together for the book. “…They provided guidance with the authors. I already knew there were some well-known authors like William Saroyan of Fresno, Maxine Hong Kingston of Stockton, Joan Didion of Sacramento.”

The previous anthologies that featured the writings of Central Valley authors were Down at the Santa Fe Depot: 20 Fresno Poets (1970), Valley Light: Writers of the San Joaquin (1978), California Heartland: Writing from the Great Central Valley (1978), and Piecework: 19 Fresno Poets (1987).

The editors of California Heartland, Gerald Haslam and James Houston, helped Yogi shape the themes of the Highway 99 book and also helped him get in touch with other authors.

“I met dozens of writers throughout the Valley,” Yogi shared.

He noted how authors know each other and offer information about

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other authors in their network, and called learning about and meeting new authors “an organic process.”

At the time of its publication Yogi was on the staff of California Council for the Humanities (Cal Humanities). He said that in addition to awarding grants, the book was part of a larger project the Council did that also included readings by 10 of the authors in 10 cities and the cities’ libraries to invite discussion.

Yogi said that the impetus for the book project came from a public lecture series by Modesto Junior College English professor Lillian Vallee called “The Other California” and was funded with a grant from the Council. It covered topics such as the financial piece, labor history, the culture, and other aspects of the Central Valley.

Yogi said that in working on the second edition of the book, he worked with two other people. They added material – 33 new selections and a new foreword

by Mark Arax – and it had to fit it with what was already there. He didn’t want to have an addendum but needed to integrate the stories. Again, he said the hard part was making cuts.

Yogi said the Highway 99 book helped to spark more literary and cultural appreciation for the Central Valley and the people of the Central Valley. ■

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he largest collection of aircraft between Los Angeles and Washington is here in the 209.

The Castle Air Museum, located in Atwater, is home to 60 different planes and countless military artifacts from WWI uniforms to a former Air Force One. The Castle Air Force Base first claimed notoriety on Jan. 16, 1957.

Three B-52 Bombers began their historical flight around the world from the base, making international headlines.

The base, also noted to have hosted the first B-52s, launched the first non-stop journey around the world made by jets, known as the Power Flight. The flight lasted more than 45 hours and was a strategy to intimidate the Soviets during the Cold War, says museum curator Tony Rocha. The Castle AFB played a significant role in aviation history and now helps to preserve it.

Rocha remembers watching B-52s and other aircraft take off and land at Castle AFB when he was a child. The planes he once admired in the sky, he now collects for the air museum.

What started with eight aircrafts and three buildings in 1981, is now one of the largest displays of its type on the West Coast.

“It has grown dramatically and evolved to what it is today because of the community,” said museum director and CEO Joe Pruzzo.

After the Air Force left the base due to budget cuts in 1995, the museum has relied entirely on the support of the community through donations, admissions and local business owners.

Aside from airplanes, the museum is

A Local Testament to World History

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very proud of its small artifact collections.

“The artifacts are from individuals who served our country in connection with military aviation. It is their story that we are trying to tell and preserve for future generations,” Rocha adds, “let us not forget the men and women behind those aircraft, from the manufacturers to ground support to aircrews, they all play a very significant part in our nations military aviation.”

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plays are not only dedicated to those who have served in every branch of the U.S. military, but also show the history of other nations. There are British and Canadian aircrafts, personal items from German soldiers, and displays on Japanese kamikaze pilots. There is also an exhibit showing the social change through a display dedicated to Women Air Force Service Pilots (WASPs).

All restoration of the aircraft is done by volunteers who dedicate thousands of

Museum hours a year to bring these artifacts back to life.

“Without them, it would not happen,” said Pruzzo.

In most cases, the aircrafts are taken apart and transferred to the museum where they are then rebuilt and displayed. Depending on the condition of the airplanes, it can take two to eight years to refurbish each piece. For example, the museum’s B-54 Bomber took nearly 35,000 hours to restore.

Pruzzo explains that is a ‘labor of love.’

“These volunteers are saving something that would undoubtedly end up as a soda can. If that happened, there would be no story to tell.”

Although hundreds of thousands of aircrafts were produced during wartime in the U.S., very

few exist today. This is because equipment was smelted to produce post-war commodities from the metals.

The museum is home to many rare and significant aircraft from the Korean, Vietnam and Cold War era. Examples include WWII bombers, and one of four RB -6 Peacemakers in existence. The most recent addition is the Special Air Mission 1681, (also know as Air Force One/ Air Force Two), which flew presidents such as Ronald Reagan and Bill Clinton and every first lady from Rosalynn Carter to Laura Bush. The museum’s very own R5-D carried food and supplies to Germany as part of the Berlin Air Lift.

“When you research and see where these aircraft have been, it is humbling,” said Pruzzo. ■

IF YOU GO Castle Air Museum is located at 5050 Santa Fe Drive, Atwater Open 7 days a week from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. (April 1-Sept.

30) and 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

(Oct. 1-March 31). $10 for adults, $8 for children above five. Free for active duty military. $30 family admission (2 adults + 2 seniors/youths).

For more info: www.castleairmuseum.org or 209-723-2178

UPCOMING EVENTS

Strawberry Waffle Brunch: Sunday, April 27th 8 a.m. to 1 p.m Charity Benefit Golf Tournament: May 12 Memorial Day/Open Cockpit Day: Sunday, May 25 Labor Day/Open Cockpit Day: Sunday, August 31 Car Show: September 27

FACT/INFO BOX The film “Bombers B-52” (1957) was filmed here.

Scenes from “ Strategic Air Command” (1944) were filmed here.

Of the 150+ volunteers, approximately 30 help to restore the planes. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact the museum.

The base is named in honor of General Fredrick W. Castle who was awarded a Medal of Honor for his death in 1944 when he refused to unload his plane’s bombs after coming under attack by enemy troops while flying over friendly forces. The museum has some of Castle’s personal items.

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Nutrition

Feeding your heart’s desire

By MELISSA HUTSELL

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oday’s children are on a path to having a shorter life expectancy than their parents. According to a statement released in July 2012 by Nancy Brown, CEO of the American Heart Association, this is because of numerous chronic diseases associated with obesity such as heart disease, the number one killer of Americans. In an effort to reverse these trends, it is important to focus on your heart health by improving nutrition and physical activity. It is never to early, or to late, to worry about your heart.

What is heart health?

Keeping your heart healthy means doing everything in your power to keep it functioning normally, says Julie Whitehouse, executive director for the Stockton/ Modesto American Heart Association.

This includes “knowing your numbers such as cholesterol, blood pressure and blood sugar and making sure these are at healthy levels.”

Perhaps the most important measure to take is avoiding any unneeded stress on your heart by keeping active and eating healthy. Excess weight at younger ages is linked to earlier death rates and causes a variety of health problems that were not previously seen until adulthood.

“We need to address these issues now

and get people thinking about their heart health earlier in life so that they don’t have to deal with these issues later,” says Whitehouse. “Small changes have big impacts.

Start small and keep it simple. Make one change today and then you’re ready to make another.”

Heart health is for everyone While heart health is something we all need to consider, it means different things for men and women.

“Since 1984, more women than men have died each year from heart disease and stroke,” said Whitehouse. “The gap between men and women’s survival continues to widen.” Heart disease continues to be the main cause of death for American women.

Because symptoms appear differently between males and females, it is often misunderstood, even by physicians.

“That’s why we’ve formed the Go Red For Women movement to help educate women about the dangers of heart disease as many still believe it to be a man’s disease,” said Whitehouse.

Not only men, but women of all ages should be aware of their heart health.

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things like overeating and a sedentary lifestyle can cause plaque to accumulate and can lead to clogged arteries later in life,” said Whitehouse.

Although each individual faces different risks, there are measures all can take to ensure optimal heart health.

“Know your family history with heart disease so you can be aware of your own risks and can talk with your doctor about ways to address your risks,” Whitehouse says. “Make sure you’re doing what’s right for you and your body and to get regular check-ups to find out if your heart is healthy.”

Learning your own risk gives you the ability to take action toward fighting it.

How to live a heart healthy lifestyle Controlling weight, cholesterol and blood pressure means eating more fruits and vegetables. This means eating more foods that are high in nutrients, fiber, minerals and vitamins. It also helps to lower calorie intake and avoid saturated fats, trans fats and sodium as much as possible. This can all be done by simply reading the nutrition facts on food items, says Whitehouse. In addition, limiting sugary foods and drinks and the amount of red meat is a good start. Also, adding more whole grains, low-fat dairy products, poultry, fish and nuts in your diet

goes a long way to healthy eating.

In addition to diet, exercise is key to a healthy heart. Most types of heart diseases can be avoided by a healthy combination of both. Even for those with pre-existing heart conditions or those who are unable to participate in vigorous activities, any amount of activity counts.

Walking is shown to decrease risk of high blood pressure, high cholesterol and diabetes just as much as running.

“While you can’t counteract your genes, you can fight fire with fire. That means

lowering your risk by changing behaviors that can increase your chances of getting heart diseases or stroke,” says Whitehouse.

“It is incredibly important to ensure heart health so that you live a long and healthy life with your loved ones,” she adds.

Besides for the incredible costs associated with treating a heart disorder, the biggest cost can be your life.

“The good news is that 80 percent of heart attacks and strokes can be treated, prevented and even ended,” adds Whitehouse. ■

Spiced Chicken Breasts with Glazed Cinnamon Apples Ingredients: Cooking spray 2 tablespoons firmly packed light brown sugar and 1/4 cup firmly packed light brown sugar, divided use 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon and 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, divided use 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon salt, divided use 1/4 teaspoon pepper 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (about 4 ounces each), all visible fat discarded 1 1/2 teaspoons canola or corn oil and 1 tablespoon canola or corn oil, divided use 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 4 medium Golden Delicious apples, peeled, cored and each cut into 6 wedges Preparation: Preheat the oven to 400°F. Lightly spray a 13 x 9 x 2-inch baking pan with cooking spray.

Set aside.

• In a small bowl, stir together 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, the coriander, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and the pepper. Sprinkle over both sides of the chicken.

Using your fingertips, gently press the mixture so it adheres to the chicken. Transfer the chicken to the pan. Brush the top of the chicken with 1 1/2 teaspoons oil. Set aside.

• In a large bowl, stir together the lemon juice, remaining 1/4 cup brown sugar, remaining 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt, and remaining 1 tablespoon oil. Add the apples, turning to coat. Place around the chicken.

• B ake for 20 minutes, or until the chicken is no longer pink in the center. Remove the pan from the oven. Leaving the oven on and the apples and pan juices in the pan, transfer the chicken to the center of a platter. Cover the platter to keep warm.

• Using a spatula, turn the apples to coat with the pan juices. Return the apples to the oven.

• Bake for 5 minutes, or until the apples are browned and tender and the pan juices have

created a glaze. Spoon around the chicken.

— Courtesy of the American Heart Association. For more meal and snack recipes, visit: http://www.heart.org/HEARTORG/ GettingHealthy/NutritionCenter/Recipes/ Recipes_UCM_001184_SubHomePage.jsp OR https://www.goredforwomen.org/home/ live-healthy/heart-healthy-recipes/ Nutrition Facts: Calories 335 Total Fat 8.5 g Saturated Fat 1.0 g Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0 g Monounsaturated Fat 4.0 g Cholesterol 73 mg Sodium 428 mg Carbohydrates 42 g Fiber 3 g Sugars 37 g Protein 25 g Dietary Exchanges 1 1/2 fruit, 1 1/2 other carbohydrate, 3 lean meat

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Fact Box

• Heart disease continues to be the number one killer of Americans, while stroke is number four.

• Heart disease – also called cardiovascular or coronary heart disease –describes several problems related to plaque buildup in the walls of the arteries, making blood to flow difficult therefore increasing risk of heart attack or stroke.

• Other types of heart disease include heart failure, an irregular heartbeat – or arrhythmia – and heart valve problems.

• Congenital heart defects, or those present at birth, affects 1.3 Americans alive today.

• 36,000 children are born with a heart defect every year.

• One in three American children and teens are overweight or obese, making it the leading health concern for parents over smoking or drugs abuse. The American Heart/American Stroke Associations are working with schools and local communities to address this issue. Such programs include the “Safe Routes To School” program and gardening/cooking classes that teach children about healthier food options. Community members are encouraged to join and are also invited to local Heart Walks.

Upcoming events: GO RED FOR WOMEN: May 9 at the Double Tree Hotel in Modesto. For more information, call 209-423-6841.

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Honey: Sweet way to sooth allergies

By MELISSA HUTSELL

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The idea that local honey helps to treat allergies is similar to using a vaccine to build immunity. The allergy sufferer is being exposed to the same pollen that is causing their allergies.

Although ingesting pollen as a form of immunity against air-born allergies is not scientifically proven, Tsymbal and other honey suppliers see several recommendations or prescriptions from doctors along with positive costumer feedback.

For allergy sufferers, honey’s healing powers come in part from the pollen it contains, “allowing the possibility of the allergy sufferer to gain the benefits and possible desensitization of the offending plant/grasses or tree causing the allergy,” says Ann Beekman. She emphasizes that it is all about the plant source, not where it is grown. This means that local honey does not necessarily come from ‘next door.’ In fact, the honey or pollen can be from different regions.

“As long as the honey is produced where the offending trees/ plants exits,” says Beekman, “ It is all about the offending plant or

any people swear by the healing powers of honey.

Some say that just a spoon full a day can cure your seasonal allergy aliments. For thousands of years, the honeycomb has been used for several medicinal proposes, including treatment of seasonal allergies. While it is uncertain whether local honey actually offers relief for allergy sufferers, many opt for this sweet and natural form of treatment instead of pharmaceutical remedies.

Honey is completely bee-made and natural says Max Tsymbal of Rush ‘N’ Bees and family owned Golden Comb.

Bees serve many functions from pollinating plants to collecting honey. Honey can be used to sweeten your tea or stop your stuffy nose. But Tsymbal says “our top sellers are for allergies.” The pollen in the honey helps to fight allergies, he adds.

“When you consume bee pollen, you are putting it into your body. Your immune system is then able to adapt to it,” said Tsymbal.

It is said that the beehive is a medicine cabinet.

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■ Honeybees can travel several miles to collect honey and pollen.

■ There are over 300 different types of honey, depending on the type of plants the bee visits. However, the drought is affecting the plants and therefore honey supplies.

■ Most popular honey for allergies includes: Sage, Wildflower, Alfalfa, Eucalyptus.

■ Honey was used by the ancient Egyptians to dress wounds.

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esearch suggests that honey hinders the R growth of food-borne pathogens such as E.coli, and bacterial infections such a staph.

■ Properly stored, honey can last for decades or longer.

youtube.com/ TurlockJournal tree/grasses and how the honey is processed.”

She explains that honey can be processed or filtered in a limited manner, leaving behind honeybee enzymes, pollen and other health related benefits.

Honeybees are known to produce a variety of beneficial natural remedies. Honey contains carbohydrates, 17 grams per tablespoon to be more precise, which our bodies use primarily as fuel according to the National Honey Board. Other than being a great source of energy, honey is also used as a cough suppressant. Many skin care products, such as lotion,

contain honey because it is a humectant and can retain and attract moisture.

Although honey might be the sweetest alternative, wax from the beehives also contains pollen. It can be chewed like gum. In addition, pollen can be purchase by itself and added into any food.

“It is said that the beehive is a medicine cabinet,” says Beekman.

For these reasons and more, honey is much more than nature’s best sweetener. ■

You can purchase local honey at farmers markets and local businesses including: ■

Golden Comb (Turlock)

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Abigail’s Honey Farm (Modesto)

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Bruce Rogers offers insights on growing orchids

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hether it is simply to enjoy having fresh flowers on the coffee table or preparing an elaborate arrangement for a special occasion, Bruce Rogers would prefer you use orchids.

The San Francisco resident, who was born in Berkeley, has authored a book “The Orchid Whisperer” and is considered an expert on the subject. He has spent over three decades “growing, hybridizing and decorating with orchids” in the Bay Area, according to his website.

“I was interested in plants in general since I can remember, repotted my first cymbidium (orchid) in my teens, and have been working with orchids exclusively for decades,” Rogers explained.

He also has been a guest speaker at local orchid groups, including the Tropical Plant Society of Modesto and the San Joaquin Orchid Society.

“They are both great groups, I’ve spoken at both over the years and meetings are open to the public,” Rogers shared.

Orchids are often thought of as being a ‘high class’ flower but can be grown in a

variety of areas and can be cultivated locally, by beginners as well as professionals.

They are believed to have soothing qualities and this fact was played out in the “Nero Wolfe” series of detective novels by author Rex Stout. The main character, Wolfe, would often escape to the ‘orchid room’ at his New York City brownstone to collect his thoughts and form theories while working on a case, spending hours losing himself in tending to the plants.

Rogers may not be solving any mysteries, but he does have a varied clientele and keeps up a hectic pace.

“My ‘typical’ day begins early at the

Orchid Care WATERING: One thorough watering every 7 days is usually adequate for most orchids. Most orchids prefer a slight drying period between watering.

Let the water run freely through the pot for several moments. It takes a few moments for the root surface to begin absorbing moisture. This

also flushes out any salt or mineral build up in the pots.

Never let orchids stand in water for prolonged periods of time. It is the best way to send them to an early grave. More people kill orchids by over watering than any other means.

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FERTILIZING: For the majority of orchids, a good water soluble plant fertilizer is more than adequate. Even proportions are the best (10-1010, 15-15-15, 20-20-20). Feed evenly throughout the year at least once a month, preferably weekly after each watering.

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RE-POTTING: Generally spring to late summer is the best time to re-pot, when new growth and roots are emerging. As a guide, orchids should be re-potted every two years or if they have over grown their pots.

— Information courtesy of the Central California Orchid Society

greenhouses, taking care of my Sobralia breeding stock, by midmorning I’m off to check and work at my private clients, where I’m both decorating with orchids and checking on their orchid collections,” he explained. “Afternoons are spent attending to new consulting jobs and further greenhouse work, breeding, repotting, etc.”

His book includes valuable insights and information regarding how to grow your own orchids and keep them healthy, and is available at local bookstores, Home Depot, Walmart, through Amazon, Barnes&Noble and ebook stores.

“I love my work, I love to travel and look for orchids in nature,” Rogers added. “They are found almost everywhere. The 209 area has lovely native species which are best seen in the spring, with even more types found to the west in the Redwood forests and east in the Sierras.”

For those who might think they can’t successfully raise orchids, Rogers said nothing is further from the truth; it is a flower that can be grown by even a novice.

“A lot of people grow orchids that can be grown outside, a sure choice is bletilla, as I’ve seen it grown in pots and in the ground

“I love my work, I love to travel and look for orchids in nature.”

in the 209,” said Rogers. “Many people grow cymbidiums outside; some cover them up when extra cold, some don’t.

“The best course is to attend a local orchid society or tropical plant society and see what your neighbors have the best results with.”

Rogers has information, tips and photos available on his website, brucerogersorchids.com and also has a site devoted to the book, theorchidwhisperer.com as well as maintaining a site, Ozgardens, for the business he began in 2002 with Terry Root of The Orchid Zone. Ozgardens is a wholesale Sobralia business with seedlings, flats and specimen plants available for sale. ■

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t’s spring and that means gardeners all over the area are turning their eyes to the empty dirt plots and container beds and dreaming about the bountiful veggies and blooming bouquets that will beckon them come summer.

Gardeners routinely ponder what types of flora will catch their fancy as planting season begins, but this year comes with an added question: Will there be enough water to keep the plants alive and thriving?

There is some uncertainty of how the current water situation will trickle down to the homestead garden, but that doesn’t mean gardeners have to let their plots go fallow this year. With a bit of planning and a little extra attention, gardeners can put in a crop that can be sustained during the dry days of summer.

Morning is the optimal time to water a garden. Evaporation is at its slowest point, giving your plants a better opportunity to soak up the moisture. Plus a good drink in the morning can keep your plants thriving during the hot afternoon sun.

When watering by hand it’s important to keep the water close to the ground to avoid a spray that’s prone to evaporation. If it’s within your budget, consider putting in a drip irrigation system.

“It’s the most efficient way to water because it gets the water right where it needs to be,” said Ron Hoffmann, owner of Morris Nursery in Riverbank.

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mulch on top of the soil to keep it cooler and prevent it from drying out quickly under the direct sun.

“A good layer of mulch can keep 30 percent more of your water from evaporating, and gives it a chance to soak in” Hoffmann said.

Weeds are not your friend. Long the bane of gardeners everywhere, weeds become an even bigger nuisance in a drought situation for the simple reason that they’re stealing water from your plants. Pull them as they pop up to keep them from sapping your crop dry.

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gether makes for a more efficient use of water, especially as the plants grow and the leaves create a shade canopy, lessening evaporation. When planting in a container it’s good sense to grow plants with similar watering needs together, says Hoffmann.

Take a look at drought tolerant plants, but don’t expect them to fair well immediately without frequent watering. Even drought tolerant plants need some time, like 18 months to two years, to establish a deep enough root system to survive on less water. ■ Showy Penstemon

Drought tolerant plants Santa Barbara Ceanothus A large shrub with a dense mass of dark wrinkled green leaves, covered with deep blue flower clusters in early spring, mostly March to April.

Requires good drainage and infrequent to no summer watering, can be temperamental, preferring sun to partial sun exposure. 6-10’h x 6-10’w Tree Poppy Large shrub with linear gray foliage and showy bright yellow, poppy-like flowers that bloom from February to June. Thrives in dry, well-drained soil, can adapt to various soil conditions. Good for banks, roadsides, preferring sun to partial sun exposure. Prune back after flowering to control untidy wild growth pattern. 3-10’h x 4-8’w Golden Yarrow An abundant perennial small shrub found naturally at the base of cliffs in rock crevasses, preferring sun exposure. Finely leafed foliage, green above and woolly below. Blossoms are clusters of yellow flowers, displayed from March to August, attractive to butterflies. 2-4’h x 1-4’w Showy Penstemon Found naturally in chaparral and coastal sage scrub zones, this perennial is a perfect choice for drought tolerant gardens. Truly spectacular lavender-pinkpurple flowers, April to June, are found on two-foot spikes above coarse textured leaves. May naturalize and prefers sun to partial sun exposure.

Attractive to hummingbirds. 2-3’h x 3’w

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Using the antiquated craft of letterpress, Turlock resident and entrepreneur Esther Elia creates handcrafted, unique greeting cards as she starts her own business Persnickety Press.

Name: Persnickety Press Location: Cards available in DIGS, 310 E. Main Street Suite C-2, Turlock Hours of Operation: DIGS, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday Contact: Via email at persnicketycards@gmail.com History of Business: With a passion for art and a love for words, local entrepreneur Esther Elia has taken her creativity to the next level to create unique, locally handcrafted greeting cards.

“Since I was a child, I’ve loved words —letters especially,” said Elia. “I took a small sketchpad with me wherever I went and would draw letters, words, portraits of my family, and illustrations.

Words fascinated me most — bringing words to life and making them individual art pieces was what I loved.”

Growing up in Turlock, Elia has taken several community art classes while experimenting with watercolors, acrylics, pottery, mixed media, and painting with ink.

“Nothing really clicked,” said Elia.

“My older brother suggested taking a

letterpress class, so I looked some up, and traveled to San Francisco to learn the art of letterpress.”

It was during this time that Elia found her calling, as she continued to hone her skills and artistic abilities.

“The more I learned, the more excited I became. Letterpress got into my blood,” said Elia. “When the time came where I was educated enough to buy my own letterpress, I started looking high and low. Since it is an antiquated trade, finding a machine is very difficult as they don’t manufacture them anymore.”

Determined to find the perfect letterpress machine, Elia did not give up.

After finding a tabletop machine in Nashville, Tenn., and a floor model in Connecticut, she could finally begin pursuing her mission to create beautiful designs while starting her own business, Persnickety Press.

“I now have 15 year-round greeting card designs and can’t wait to make more,” said Elia.

Each card begins with Elia drawing out her illustration. Once completed, the image is scanned into a PDF file that is then sent to a company in San Francisco specializing in making photo polymer plates from the design.

Elia then places the plate on her press, and after hand mixing the desired ink color, she hand presses each card on a high quality, all-cotton paper.

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ity that you can’t get with digital printing methods. Letterpress is the oldest form of mass printing. Letterpress printing takes the recipient back to an era where printing was a craft that took time to create.

“I am exclusively doing greeting cards at this point, but hope to build Persnickety Press to a place where I am focusing more on custom work. It is a beautiful product that is used widely nowadays to print wedding, as well as other formal event, invitations.”

Persnickety Press products can also be purchased online at www.etsy.com/shop/ persnicketypress.

Business Specialty: Hand lettering and calligraphy; letterpress greeting cards With 15 year-round designs available, Persnickety Press owner and artist Esther Elia hand illustrates and presses greeting cards featuring unique designs on high quality, all-cotton paper.

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