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Dana Point Couple Launches Colorful ‘Super’ Pancake Batter Business D P L I V I N G / PAG E 1 7

Ambika Mathur and James Paul launched their Super Batter business with the goal of redefining breakfast to be a “healthy, fun and beautiful” ritual.

Photo: Courtesy of Ambika Mathur

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Orange County Improves in Coronavirus Metrics, Remains in Red Tier

THE LATEST: While Orange County bucked state and national trends with slight improvements in all three COVID-19 metrics, it remained in the red “substantial” tier—the second-highest risk level of the state’s four-tiered, color-coded coronavirus monitoring system—in the state’s latest update on Tuesday, Nov. 10.

The system is the main component of the state’s Blueprint for a Safer Economy for determining in what capacity different sectors, businesses and activities can reopen safely as the COVID-19 pandemic continues.

Nationally, the United States topped 10 million coronavirus cases over the weekend, with cases rising in 44 states, and Tuesday was the country’s seventh consecutive day with more than 100,000 new cases reported. There are also 17 states reporting record highs in hospitalizations.

In California, the 14-day average for new daily COVID-19 cases rose to 5,215.7 on Monday, Nov. 9, with two days of 7,000plus cases over the weekend. In a state update on Monday, Gov. Gavin Newsom reported the statewide testing positivity rate was at 3.7%, a significant rise from the 2.5% rate on Oct. 19. In Tuesday’s tier update, the rate dipped to 3.4%.

Newsom also pointed out a 28.6% increase in state hospitalizations over the past 14 days. However, Newsom also praised the preparations that the state’s health care system has made, as the state coronavirus hospitalizations represent only 4% of the system’s capacity. The state’s ICU cases also only represent 11% of the ICU beds available in the state system.

Locally, Orange County stayed in the red tier for the 10th consecutive week. There were small improvements in all three monitored metrics, but they weren’t enough to start the process of moving to the next tier.

Orange County continued to hold at red levels in two of the state’s three metrics, with 5.6 daily new cases per 100,000 residents and a 5.5% health equity positivity rate. The countywide testing positivity stayed below the orange “moderate” tier level at 3.3%.

The daily case rate dropped from 6.0 cases per 100,000 last week, but stayed ahead of the 5.1 cases the week before.

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The Orange County Registrar of Voters will conduct a risk-limiting audit of last week’s elections, which comes as the results of the Presidential election have been called into question. Photo: Shawn Raymundo

dipped from 3.6% last week, close to the 3.2% of the week before.

The countywide testing positivity has been at an orange level since Sept. 8, and the county came close to moving down to orange, as the daily case rate dipped to an orange level on Sept. 22. However, the daily case rate ticked back up to the red level on Sept. 29 and remained there through October.

Since being introduced on Oct. 6, the health equity rate has been at a red level.

There was a significant drop to 5.6% on Oct. 20, but the rate rose again the next week.

The health equity rate measures the testing positivity in the county’s low-income and more racially diverse neighborhoods.

All of Orange County’s bordering neighbors were in the most restrictive purple “widespread” tier on Tuesday. Los Angeles, San Bernardino and Riverside counties remained in the purple, and San Diego County shifted back from the red tier to the purple tier.

To move down to the orange tier, Orange County would need to have its metrics at orange levels for two consecutive weeks. If the county’s daily case rate is stable or declining but not at the next level, there would be the possibility of moving down if the testing positivity and health equity metrics meet the level for two tiers lower—that is, the yellow “minimal” risk tier levels while in the red tier.

The orange tier requires the case rate to sit between 1.0 and 3.9, the testing positivity between 2.0% and 4.9% and the health equity rate between 2.2% and 5.2%.

The yellow tier, the lowest of the four tiers, requires a case rate lower than 1.0, testing positivity below 2.0% and health equity rate lower than 2.2%.

Orange County first moved from the purple “widespread” tier—the state’s highest risk tier—to the red tier on Sept 8, as soon it was eligible move down after the state had introduced the color-coded system on Aug. 28.—Zach Cavanagh

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THE LATEST: The Orange County Registrar of Voters announced that the agency will conduct a risk-limiting audit beginning on Friday, Nov. 13.

The audit comes as the results of the Presidential election have been called into question. Democratic candidate Joe Biden was declared the President-elect on Saturday, Nov. 7, and President Donald Trump has declined to concede the race. He has moved forward in mounting legal fights in several states despite no indication or evidence of large-scale irregularities or fraud in the election.

While the ballot comparison audit is not required under California law, Registrar officials say it is being conducted in addition to the 1% manual tally of precincts—the Registrar’s typical method of auditing after an election.

According to a news release, the risklimiting audit is a procedure that provides statistical evidence that the election outcome is correct, or has a high probability of correcting an outcome that wouldn’t match a full hand count of the ballots. The audit itself requires individuals to examine and verify more ballots in close contests and fewer ballots in contests with wider margins.

“Conducting a risk-limiting audit is an excellent way to audit elections and provide an important check on the integrity of the election process,” OC Registrar Neal Kelley said in a press release. “This is a valuable opportunity to utilize the enhanced auditing capability of Orange County’s voting system, while at the same time ensuring that the outcomes are true and correct.”

Prior to commencement of the audit, the Registrar of Voters will establish the random seed for use with the audit software’s random number generator. The seed is a number consisting of at least 20 digits, and each digit will be selected in order by sequential rolls of a 10-sided die.

The Registrar of Voters will randomly select members of the public who attend the audit process to take turns rolling the die and designate one or more staff members to take turns rolling the die in the event that no members of the public are present.

Establishing the seed in this manner results in a properly random, and verifiable, selection of individual ballots for examination and audit, and ensures the integrity and statistical validity of the risk-limiting audit.

The Registrar of Voters will publish the election results to be audited, along with a cryptographic hash of their contents, prior to the seed ceremony, and it will publish the seed on its website immediately after it is established.

As of Thursday, Nov. 12, the Registrar’s office states the agency had 15,438 ballots left (Cont. on page 4)

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The Registrar estimated that the total number of vote-by-mail ballots received on or before Election Day via mail add up to 20,413 ballots, with 36 left to count. The total of ballots from drop boxes added up to about 61,000, with 197 left to count. The Registrar received 92,403 eligible vote-by mail ballots after Election Day, and, of those, had 45 ballots left to count.

A little more than 28,000 people in Orange County registered to vote the day of the election. The Registrar still has about 14,000 of those votes left to count.

There were about 313 drop box pickup ballots left to count out of the 28,000 the Registrar received. The agency also received a total of 398 ballots that were cast using “Remote Accessible Vote by Mail,” which allows voters to mark their selections using their own compatible technology to vote independently or privately in their own home. Voters using RAVBM downloaded an application, marked their selections, printed their selections and signed the envelope. There were 148 RAVBM ballots left to count.

The Registrar cautions that ballot estimates will expand as eligible ballots (mailed on or before Election Day) are received via the U.S. Postal Service and ballots deposited in official drop boxes (prior to 8 p.m. on Election Night) are received and processed.

California law, under Assembly Bill 860, extended the deadline for eligible ballots (mailed on or before Election Day) to be received through Nov. 20. The changes also expanded the time for voters to cure ballot signature issues to Nov. 24.—Lillian Boyd

CUSD Drafts Cultural Proficiency Plan THE LATEST: Building on previous work, and in the midst of a national racial reckoning, Capistrano Unified School District (CUSD) is considering exactly how to implement a Cultural Proficiency Plan that will address, and hopefully rectify, equity issues within the district.

CUSD staff presented a draft plan to the Board of Trustees during a workshop on Wednesday, Nov. 4. Proposed ideas included addressing chronic absenteeism, harassment and suspension rates, as well as Advanced Placement course enrollment and completion among disabled, Black, homeless, foster care, Hispanic and socially and economically disadvantaged students—rates of which are generally and adversely disproportionate when compared to overall student rates.

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policies. The year 2023 has been set as a target date for mitigating disproportionate rates among the identified student groups.

The plan also incorporates goals for more diversity when hiring staff and increasing awareness of implicit bias.

Concerns brought up by the student-led group CUSD Against Racism have been factored into the plan, and Trustee Gila Jones said she would like to see those highlighted more through women’s literature and ethnic studies. Jones also said many issues come down to classism.

“We are unconsciously classist all the time in the district, and I see evidence of that all the time,” Jones said. “We do not have ways to allow very low-income students to participate in a lot of our extracurriculars, like going to dances. …

Our yearbooks—don’t even get me started talking about yearbooks, which cost over $100 in our high school.”

Trustee Krista Castellanos said any approach should emphasize school culture and include cultural awareness education for students.

“Our students coming into high school, they’re so diverse,” Castellanos said. “For high school, I just feel like there needs to be a course implemented for them, because we do have to change school culture. Where do we begin? I do feel this is a very small step, but at least it’s a step.”

Trustee Judy Bullockus said critical thinking can also be introduced to students.

“How does this come into play with you being a citizen out in the world, and giving examples and the critical thinking part about decisions and perception?” Bullockus said. “And so that it is something we start early on, and then we have conversations, and it becomes something bigger in terms of relating to that high school student about, out in the world—how they’re going to relate to it and what others can relate to them and the critical thinking part of their decisions.”

WHAT’S NEXT: A final Cultural Proficiency Plan is scheduled to be presented to the Board of Trustees for approval at a Dec. 16 meeting. CUSD staff will consider feedback from trustees and other district stakeholders for the final plan.—Collin Breaux

Harbor Invites Community to Celebrate the Holidays

and out-of-town visitors,” said Bryon Ward of Dana Point Harbor Partners and President of Burnham Ward Properties. “Dana Point Harbor Partners is proud to sponsor this year’s virtual Turkey Trot, which will continue the tradition of bringing the community together to celebrate family and give thanks, even virtually from the comfort of our own home.”

Throughout the month of November, Still Life Ceramics will offer holiday classes and workshops for all skill levels, plus 10% off any class or workshop with the code thanksgiving2020. Shop for Black Friday deals November 27-29 at Killer Dana Surf Shop and receive discounts on surf and beach essentials, including rash guards, sunglasses, clothes for men, women and children, and more. Spend $100 and receive a free original Killer Dana Arch logo T-shirt. Dana Wharf Sportfishing & Whale Watching is offering whale watching excursions and fishing trips during Thanksgiving week (closed on Thanksgiving Day), or you can gift a trip for a loved one with Dana Wharf’s 40% off fishing and whale watching gift card promotion.

Wind & Sea Restaurant will be serving a traditional Thanksgiving menu from 11 a.m.-7 p.m., including holiday favorites such as oven-roasted turkey, stuffing, garlic mashed potatoes, gravy, pumpkin pie and more. Reservations are being accepted. Starting at 7 a.m., The Brig will be open Thanksgiving Day, serving a traditional Thanksgiving-style meal. Gemmell’s Restaurant will be open from noon to 6 p.m., serving a three-course dinner including choice of appetizer, entree and dessert available for dine-in or takeout.

The 43rd annual Turkey Trot, sponsored by Dana Point Harbor Partners and contested virtually this year, welcomes participants to run or walk a 5K, 10K, 15K or Kids 1-mile Gobble Wobble anytime and anywhere during Thanksgiving week.

Registration includes a commemorative medal, T-shirt, and virtual goody bag packed with special offers from local businesses. Participants are encouraged to form teams and can time their race using the race event app. Runners can have their items delivered or picked up at a drivethru packet pick-up in the Dana Point Harbor. For more information and to register, visit turkeytrot.com. Online registration will remain open through November 13.

WHAT’S NEXT: For more information on Harbor safety and Thanksgiving events, visit danapointharbor.com.—LB

THE LATEST: Dana Point Harbor Partners invites the community to celebrate Thanksgiving at the Harbor with shopping specials, dining, entertainment, and the Dana Point Chamber of Commerce’s 43rd annual Turkey Trot being contested virtually Thanksgiving week.

“This year, we are thankful for the Dana Point Harbor community and pleased to offer a Thanksgiving destination for local

Campaign Contest in Orange County Promotes Cultural Acceptance THE LATEST: Orange County Human Relations Commission (OCHRC) has announced a campaign to combat COVID-related discrimination and xenophobia. The

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The Dana Point Harbor is welcoming the community to celebrate Thanksgiving traditions. The Dana Point Turkey Trot will still be held this year virtually. Photo: File

“To Know Better” multimedia campaign contest is designed to promote cultural acceptance through the voices of Orange County middle school and high school students.

In partnership with Orange County Public Schools and The Orange County Department of Education, To Know Better is a call to young people to incite change in their schools and beyond.

“Racism and hatred of others because of their differences is unacceptable,” says Michelle Steel, chairwoman of the Orange County Board of Supervisors. “This campaign is about making people realize they know better than to treat others poorly.”

To participate in the multimedia campaign contest, students will work in teams to submit ideas for short digital videos that promote acceptance and inclusivity, as well as timely calls-to-action including social distancing and wearing a mask.

After submitting entries at knowbetter2020.com by November 23, one winning campaign from each district will be selected by its District Supervisor to be executed in Orange County schools and beyond. Prizes include funding for the winning team’s school toward anti-hate initiatives, professional help in bringing initiatives to life, and experience to include on college, job and internship applications. Supervisor Lisa Bartlett represents Dana Point in the Fifth District of Orange County.

WHAT’S NEXT: Since 1971, OCHRC is a nonprofit organization that aims to seek out and eliminate the causes of tension, discrimination and intolerance. The agency is contracted by the County of Orange to work closely with law enforcement, nonprofit organizations, diverse faith leaders, and community members to respond and track hate crimes and incidents on behalf of the county. To learn more about services provided by the county through the Human Relations Commission, visit occommunityservices.org/human-relations-commission.—LB danapointtimes.com

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Community Meetings SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 14

FARMERS MARKET 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Each Saturday, California farmers bring fresh produce to sell at the Dana Point Farmers Market. Craft vendors are available the first Saturday of the month. La Plaza Park, Pacific Coast Highway, Dana Point.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 17

The California Coastal Commission is inviting the public to photograph the King Tides this weekend. Photo: Courtesy of Ocean Institute

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Coastal Commission Looks to Public to Photograph King Tides As another set of King Tides is slated to roll into Southern California by the end of the coming weekend, the California Coastal Commission (CCC) is asking for the community’s help in documenting the event by taking and sharing photos of the shoreline.

The California King Tides Project, according to the CCC, is meant to help the state agency “visualize future sea level by observing the highest tides of today.” The photos taken and shared of the King Tides will help the commission map out and record changes to the coast and estuaries.

The latest wave of King Tides is expected to occur Sunday, Nov. 15, and Monday, Nov. 16. Another round of King Tides is expected to come Dec. 13-15.

The photos can be uploaded online through the Coastal Commission’s website at coastal.ca.gov or through the free Survey123 app. Step-by-step instructions on how to upload the photos online or in the app can be found at the commission’s website.

Orange, San Diego Counties Receive $4 Million in New Housing Funding Sen. Patricia Bates (R-Laguna Niguel) announced this week that the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) awarded more than $4 million to fund housing-related projects to local governments in the counties of Orange and San Diego.

According to Bates’ office, the funding—a total of $4,002,677—is coming from the state’s Permanent Local Housing Dana Point Times November 13-19, 2020

Allocation (PLHA) program. For Orange County, more than $1.27 million was allocated for operating subsidies for navigation centers, emergency shelters and administrative costs.

“I am pleased that the Department of Housing and Community Development has awarded more housing funding to Orange and San Diego counties,” Bates, a member of the Senate Housing Committee, said in a press release.

San Diego County was allocated just shy of $2 million for new construction of rental housing and homebuyer assistance. In Oceanside specifically, the city was given $649,151 for new construction of emergency shelters.

Another $101,396 was allocated to the city of Rancho Santa Margarita for operating subsidies for permanent supportive housing.

“This funding will help house more people who are homeless and create more affordable long-term housing opportunities,” Bates also said in the release. “I will continue to work with stakeholders to build on existing efforts to alleviate California’s housing crisis.”

Animal Rescue Nonprofit Reports Rising Adoption Rates, Lower Donations During Pandemic Adoption rates through The Ark of San Juan Companion Animal Rescue have skyrocketed during the COVID-19 health crisis, according to President and Cat Coordinator Robin Morris.

The Ark of San Juan rescues adoptable animals, including cats, in San Juan Capistrano and nearby towns. Morris said they had 800 adoptions so far this year, compared to 300 adoptions last year.

“People are home and depressed and alone,” Morris said. “They want an animal to play with.”

The Ark of San Juan facilitates adoptions by appointment only, screening prospective pet owners ahead of time.

While there have been more adoptions, The Ark of San Juan is also seeing fewer donations than usual during the pandemic.

Morris said they are figuring out ways to raise revenue, especially after being unable to hold their usual fall fundraiser this year.

Some mom-and-pop businesses that usually donate have closed or don’t have the funds to help, Morris said. The Ark of San Juan is instead aiming for donations from national businesses. It does not receive government funding.

Other current challenges include the huge number of cats that need to be neutered, Morris said.

Despite the dip in donations, some people are donating their personal time to help, be it helping round up kittens or fostering them.

Anyone interested in adopting a cat can talk with Ark of San Juan representatives during their regular events at PetSmart in San Juan Capistrano, where people can observe and play with the kittens.

A silent auction for Ark of San Juan will be posted at their website arkofsanjuan. org starting on Friday, Nov. 13 at noon.

Rep. Levin Honors VFW Post and DAV Chapter Chaplain William E. Walker Senior On Nov. 11, U.S. Representative Mike Levin (D-CA), of San Juan Capistrano, announced that in celebration of Veterans Day, North County resident Chaplain William E. Walker Senior is the November Constituent of the Month.

Chaplain Walker has dedicated his life after service to supporting veterans and their families, currently serving as Post Chaplain of Oceanside Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Memorial Post 10577 and Disabled American Veterans (DAV) TriCities Chapter 95.

“This Veterans Day, I am honored to recognize Chaplain William E. Walker Senior, Post Chaplain of Oceanside Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Memorial Post

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10577 and Disabled American Veterans (DAV) Tri-Cities Chapter 95, as my Constituent of the Month,” Levin said. “A true American patriot, after returning from serving in the United States Marine Corps (USMC) from 1976-1988, and receiving the Combat Action Ribbon for his service in Saigon, Vietnam, Comrade Walker worked at Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) for 15 years until his retirement.”

Rep. Levin’s Constituent of the Month program recognizes outstanding North San Diego County and South Orange County residents who have gone above and beyond to help their neighbors and give back to their community.

“Following his retirement and feeling that his service for this country wasn’t over, Chaplain Walker made himself a fierce ally and fighter for veterans throughout North County,” Levin said.

“Dedicated to his convictions and supporting his fellow veterans, Chaplain Walker is especially known for visiting, calling, or helping wherever he can for VFW and DAV comrades who are in nursing homes, hospitals, rehab clinics, homebound, or in need of assistance. His commitment to the ministry and duties of Chaplain are beyond reproach, always there to lend a hand, offer spiritual guidance, and prayer.”

Levin’s Constituent of the Month for October was Oscarin Ortega, Founder and Executive Director of Lived Experiences, a community program providing support and guidance to underrepresented youth.

His September Constituent of the Month was Michelle Harvey, founder of the San Diego Face Mask Sewing Group, a Facebook community page dedicated to sewing face masks for donation.

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Socially Distanced Veterans Day Service Held at Del Obispo Park PHOTOS & TEXT BY LILLIAN BOYD, DANA POINT TIMES

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Today, Americans celebrate Veterans Day to honor veterans for their call to service, love of country and selfless commitment to a higher cause, Marine Lt. Col. Frank Savarese told a crowd of veterans, dependents and community members gathering on Wednesday for a special service.

While the annual holiday is usually honored at Strands Vista Memorial Park, the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 9934, based in Dana Point, hosted this year’s Veterans Day Service at Del Obispo Community Baseball Park to allow for social distancing.

Savarese, the event’s keynote speaker, is the son of a Marine attack pilot and graduated from the United States Naval Academy with a degree in history. He was commissioned as Second Lieutenant in 2002 and designated a Naval Aviator in April 2005. He reported to VMFAT-101 for initial flight training in the F/A-18 Hornet fighter jet.

“As a history major, I was always fascinated by the servicemen and tales of indomitable spirit that would stop at nothing to achieve mission success,” Savarese said. “Tales of Pappy Boyington, John Basilone, Chesty Puller and my personal favorite, even though he’s in the Air Force, Robin Olds.”

He went on to be selected to attend the United States Navy’s Fighter Weapons School, more popularly known as TOPGUN, in 2011, and was recognized as the 2015 1st Marine Aircraft Wing Aviator of the Year. In 2019, he was recognized as the 2019 USMC Tailhooker of the Year, for his continued efforts to integrate both Navy and Marine Corps.

“These are names that echo through eternity, veterans who selflessly dedicated their lives to a cause more noble than themselves,” Savarese said. “My father, a fellow Marine veteran of 28 years, was the reason I joined the Marine Corps. I marveled as I watched him interact with his Marines and thought, ‘Maybe someday, I can do that.’ ” Savarese assumed command of the Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron (H&HS) at the Camp Pendleton Air Station in May. DP

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GUEST OPINION: Health and Nutrition 101 by Gina Cousineau

Cooking Your ‘Weigh’ to Health and Happiness

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s we enter the holiday season in these uncertain times, I feel compelled to help you see that your food choices cannot only bring joy to you and your entire family, but can be curative at the same time.

While I had every intention of writing this month about how your food choices might be your only recourse to lessening the effects of your comorbidities that threaten to harm your very future health, I instead decided to focus on helping you use food to bring happiness to those you love this holiday season.

The concept of conviviality is often connected with celebrations that include a joyful event paired with feasting. As we approach what is typically a celebratory season led by food, drinks and gathering with family and friends, the fuzzy and warm feelings we get from these events no doubt include comfort foods paired with family traditions.

It is no wonder that these foods are an easy antidote in these tumultuous times, as we look for every opportunity to find joy.

Unfortunately, this has driven our obesity epidemic to an all-time high. In a recent national survey in which participants were asked, “Are you currently on any kind of diet, either to lose weight or for some other health-related reason?”, more Americans said they were on a special diet to lose weight or for other health reasons compared with a decade ago.

While I continue to implore you to get

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Due to the economy and a decline in tax revenue, districts are looking to cut spending by as much as 20% for schools—a time when buildings need maintenance, utilities need to be paid and operations costs are fixed. Public school’s infrastructure, for example, received a D+ from the American Society of Civil Engineers.

off the diet rollercoaster for good, at least for the moment, I ask you to give yourself some grace in these challenging times and consider the following approach: Celebratory events will include food and drink that are not your normal. That being said, prepare for what is potentially a day of excess, by being moderate in the days and weeks leading up to and following.

The moment you get into the deprivation mentality of removing entire food groups and limiting calories, you set yourself up for failure.

Two things will transpire with this plan. You are, in essence, giving HEALTH AND yourself permission to NUTRITION 101

By Gina overeat and likely will Cousineau have no restraint. This overindulging will lead to guilt, shame, and what I like to call that horrific feeling of being “thanksgivingfull” (stuffed to the brim and wishing you could go back in time).

Instead, let’s attempt once again to find a successful strategy. I go back to the “healthy plate” approach over and over with strangers and clients alike. For lunch and dinner, fill half your plate with non-starchy vegetables.

In the Mama G lifestyle, this is everything but potatoes, sweet potatoes, corn, peas, and hard-shelled squash. Then fill in with 1/4 plate of wholesome starches/ grains (this is where potatoes, sweet potatoes, corn, peas, and hard-shelled squash can be enjoyed) and 1/4 plate of lean protein (animal and/or plant).

Choose foods you love, as close to nature as possible (in other words, minimal processing and added ingredients), and cook/serve with healthy fats such as olive/avocado oils, nuts, seeds and avocado.

For that first meal of the day, take that healthy plate and swap your veggies for fruit. And for snacks, one or more as your hunger dictates, try pairing healthy fat, lean protein and healthy fiber options.

Regrettably, the majority of these cuts will be targeted toward teachers who make up 85% of public schools’ budget, consequently contributing to larger class sizes and lower student achievement.

Funding will inevitably affect low-income districts disproportionately, as they take into account achievement levels, district size and location, and are “heavily” reliant on their districts and states’ revenue.

While schools clearly need funding overall, the federal government specifically needs to simplify Electronic Health Records, so they can be transferred from physicians to schools; leverage existing initiatives such as ECHO; increase Title I funding and invest in the Individuals with Disability Act. As citizens, we must end the epidemic

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BREAKFAST • Whole grain toast spread with nut butter and topped with sliced bananas.

Glass of lowfat/nonfat milk or coffee/tea latte.

LUNCH • Taco bowl with canned beans or frozen rice. Fajita-style peppers, onions, zucchini sautéed with olive oil, salt, pepper, and Mexican spices. Choose lean protein such as chicken, shrimp or 93/7 ground turkey or beef.

Top with avocado or cheese.

DINNER • Sheet Pan Salmon Veggie Meal.

On large sheet pan, toss baby potatoes, sliced colored peppers, red onion and zucchini with olive oil, salt and pepper. Roast at 425 degrees for 20-30 minutes. Push veggies to one half. Place salmon fillets dusted with salt and pepper (or favorite spice mix) on other half. Continue roasting till salmon is cooked through (8-10 minutes). Enjoy.

SNACK • Cottage cheese topped with chopped apple, walnuts and sprinkled with cinnamon.

Check out choosemyplate.gov for ideas.

While most of us need to be on a calories budget to reach our lofty goals, for now, simply attempting to eat three wholesome meals and a snack or two each day will help you to find some sense of normalcy in what is surely a topsy-turvy world.

Gina Cousineau sees clients virtually and in person out of her San Clemente office.

Her extensive education with a BS in dietetics and MS in integrative and functional nutrition, chef training, and 30-plus years as a fitness professional, allow her to help clients lose weight and improve their health.

You can reach her at mamag@mamagslifestyle.com, 949.842.9975, and on Instagram and Facebook @mamagslifestyle. DP PLEASE NOTE: In an effort to provide our readers with a wide variety of opinions from our community, Dana Point Times provides Guest Opinion opportunities in which selected columnists’ opinions are shared. The opinions expressed in these columns are entirely those of the columnist alone and do not reflect those of the Dana Point Times or Picket Fence Media.

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of fear, thwart COVID’s cataclysmic impact and categorically fight to provide the social, human and educational capital needed for all students to thrive.

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month to view tide pool creatures. The hike is suitable for children and adults, and tickets cost $15. Free member admission is not applicable for Tide Pool Hikes on Saturdays and Sundays. Sign up in advance, as space is limited. Walk-ins will only be allowed when space is available.

24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point. 949.496.2274. ocean-institute.org/event/tidepool-hikes.

Sunday | 15 STAND UP TO TRASH 10 a.m-noon. Tell a friend and bring a friend to the first event to launch Stand Up To Trash. Masks, gloves and garbage bags will be provided. If you can’t attend, you can still be a part of the solution and clean up your local beach, park or neighborhood. Please take a pic of your cleanup and share it here: @StandUpToTrash. Use hashtag #StandUpToTrash. 25300 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point.

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SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 15: CAPTURE THE KING TIDE NATURE WALK 8 a.m. Capture the highest tide of the year and contribute to a citizen science project scheduled during the year’s highest predicted tides. The King Tides are a common term for a set of exceptionally high tides that normally occur three or four times a year. Join Ocean Institute staff to learn about tides and how sea-level rise is impacting our local coastline, then head to the local marine protected area to document the effects of the King Tides as a citizen scientist for the California King Tides Project. Tickets are $10 per adult and $7.50 per child. Sign up in advance, as space is limited. Walk-ins will only be allowed when space is available. Ocean Institute, 24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point. 949.496.2274. oceaninstitute.org/plan-your-visit.

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Saturday | 14 COASTAL CLEANUP 8 a.m. Join San Clemente Garden Club for its second Coastal Cleanup. The group will meet at the entrance of San Clemente Pier. Participants can socialize while helping to keep the beaches clean.

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participants should feel free to bring their own. SCGC members can pick up their annual membership cards and discount cards. Non-members are welcome, and all will have a chance to clean while chatting about becoming a member. The Pier at San Clemente, 611 Avenida Victoria, San Clemente. mgconsulting@cox.net. sanclementegardenclub.com.

SOUTH OC CARS AND COFFEE 9-11 a.m. South OC Cars and Coffee, dubbed the world’s biggest weekly car meet, attracts a mix of 500-1,000 hypercars, supercars, exotics, vintage, classic, muscle and sports cars, hot rods, rat rods, pickups, 4x4s and motorcycles. Those attending are encouraged to practice responsible social distancing. Face masks are not mandatory but are recommended.

No cars in before 8:30 a.m. Cars should enter and leave slowly and quietly—no revving, speeding or burnouts. The Outlets at San Clemente, 101 West Avenida Vista Hermosa, San Clemente. southoccarsandcoffee.com.

STARLITE MOVIES DRIVE-IN: ‘JURASSIC WORLD’ 6-10:30 p.m. The ultimate drive-in movie

experience comes to the Outlets at San Clemente. Experience the nostalgia of a drive-in movie, featuring current, classic and quintessential favorites. Rediscover (or discover) films from the ’80s, ’90s and today. It’s the perfect evening for couples, families and friends. Saturday night’s feature film will be Jurassic World. Outlets at San Clemente. 101 West. Avenida Vista Hermosa, San Clemente. starlitemovienight.com/san-clemente.

OCEAN INSTITUTE WEEKEND ADMISSION 10 a.m.-3 p.m. The Ocean Institute is open for weekend admission on Saturdays and Sundays. Patrons will have the opportunity to check out the institute’s new shark and rays touch tank in the Sahm Marine Family Foundation Center.

Ocean Institute, 24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point. 949.496.2274. oceaninstitute.org/plan-your-visit.

TIDE POOL HIKE 1-3 p.m. Join the Ocean Institute and one of their marine experts on a hike into a rocky Marine Protected Area. Hikers will be able to see crabs, snails, sea stars and other marine life, as winter is the best

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MERMADE MARKET FALL 2020 10 a.m.-5 p.m. This event features more than 100 indoor and outdoor vendors, live music, activities for kids, as well as food trucks. Come get your pre-holiday shopping done early with a variety of highly curated, small-business “makers.” Entry is free, but RSVP is required to secure a timeslot for indoor shopping. RSVP at mermademarket.com. Mermade Market, Dana Point Community House, 24642 San Juan Avenue, Dana Point. 949.672.8019. mermademarket.com.

Wednesday | 18 BACKYARD OPEN MIC NIGHT AT KNUCKLEHEADS 8-10 p.m. Knuckleheads’ backyard has reopened for food, drinks and live music.

Performers of all skill levels are welcome.

If you are a musician, do stand-up comedy or the spoken word, this is the place to be on Wednesday nights. So, come down, grab a drink and go for it. Knuckleheads Sports Bar, 1717 North El Camino Real, San Clemente. 949.492.2410. knuckleheadsmusic.com.

Thursday | 19 LEGISLATIVE & LOCAL AFFAIRS MEETING 9 a.m. Join the Dana Point Chamber of Commerce for a Legislative & Local Affairs Meeting via Zoom. Representatives from local, state, and federal elected officials will provide an update.

Open to the public at no cost. Register in advance at danapointchamber.com/novemberLL. danapointtimes.com

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MONEY MATTERS ADVERTORIAL | BY THE GIBBS LAW FIRM

THE IMPORTANCE OF ESTATE PLANNING It is estimated that less than half of Americans have an Estate Plan. Why is Estate Planning so important? On the most basic level, it allows individuals and families to take complete control of their affairs now and in the future. For example, proper planning allows you to make sure your hard-earned assets will go to the people you want, when you want, in the manner you want after you pass away. Estate Planning can also ensure that people you trust have the authority to make financial and medical decisions on your behalf in the event of incapacity.

• Pass your values, work ethic, and sense of responsibility on to heirs • Reduce income, estate, gift, and other taxes • Keep your financial affairs and family information private • Protect the inheritances of your heirs • Leave an enduring legacy

Depending on your particular needs and goals, Estate Planning can help you accomplish a great deal more, including:

A Revocable Living Trust is the centerpiece of most Estate Plans and allows you to plan for management and control of your assets during an incapacity. A Trust also provides for distribution of your estate or upon your passing without the need for probate. Properly drafted, an Estate Plan should offer your beneficiaries significant protection from creditors and also during difficult times they may experience.

• Protect your assets against lawsuits, creditors, the high cost of long-term care, and other threats • Ensure your minor children are raised according to your wishes if something terrible happens to you and your spouse

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Clients often ask us about tools we use and what each of them can accomplish. Here is a brief description of the most essential and frequently used Estate Planning tools.

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A General Durable Power of Attorney allows an individual to name someone (the Agent) to act on his or her behalf in the event of incapacity. The Agent can make decisions regarding property as well as legal, financial, and personal matters.

A Will directs how a person’s estate is to be administered and how his or her assets will be distributed after death. A Will also allows guardians to be named for minor children in the event something terrible happens to both parents.

An Advanced Health Care Directive details a person’s wishes concerning his or her medical care, including artificial life support, surgery, or other medical treatments related to an end-of-life situation or permanent unconsciousness.

An Advanced Health Care Directive also names a trusted person to make medical decisions on your behalf if you become incapacitated.

Effective Estate Planning can include many other strategies and tools to accomplish a wide range of goals, but the above documents are absolutely essential in carrying out your wishes. Ultimately, Estate Planning gives you the peace of mind that comes from knowing you have a plan in place for whatever the future may hold.

A HIPAA Medical Release allows people to specify who has access to their medical information. Without a HIPAA Release, family members may be denied access to information about a loved one’s medical condition in an emergency.

As our way of encouraging clients to get started on their planning we always offer free initial consultations. You can meet with us in-person at our office (subject to COVID restrictions) or virtually via Zoom and other platforms. To schedule your free consultation, simply call our office at 949.492.3350. Let’s talk soon.

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‘Money Matters’ Offers Sound Mind, Sound Finances

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t’s often said that the financial market hates uncertainty. During a year of perpetual uncertainty, and even more uncertainty ahead, it’s important that we learn to adapt our behavior—and our finances—to reflect the shifting market.

Financial experts forecast that the worst of the economic consequences of a pandemic lies in the Fiscal Year 2020-2021.

As we begin to see whether those predictions are coming to fruition, “Money Matters” offers guidance in navigating the new normal.

Having a balanced checkbook is crucial in this era, when cash gets tight and adjustments in your professional and personal life might be necessary. This could be the time to invest in some safe stocks if you have the financial flexibility, or the time to simply cut back on extra spending if you don’t.

Whatever your situation, we hope “Money Matters” offers you peace of mind and a sound plan for the future.

MONEY MATTERS ADVERTORIAL | BY KIRK J. COX, COX STRATEGIC WEALTH

RETIRING WITH PEACE OF MIND In today’s volatile climate, elections and the COVID-19 shutdown of the economy, today’s pre-retiree’s, and those already in retirement, face daunting challenges.

Some of them include when and how to maximize Social Security, as well as addressing questions such as these: How much money should I have in the market at risk? Is an annuity right for me? Do I need Long Term Care insurance? Do I need a trust or will?

back to February/March of 2020, when the market was down by 30%-plus in about one month’s time.

I believe now more than ever, one must have a fully written retirement plan in place to show them exactly how their retirement will work for them throughout their retirement years.

I don’t believe retirement planning is rocket science, as long as you did your part and saved money throughout your working career.

One must have their portfolio stresstested, to see how much risk one has in their portfolio. And most important, have a plan in place that guarantees you enough money on the first of the month to give you peace of mind throughout your retirement.

Trying to beat the market year in and year out is virtually impossible; just go

Please call for a no-cost, no-obligation consultation!

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DID YOU KNOW? // Millions of Americans have already received their Economic Impact Payments authorized by the CARES Act. The IRS will continue to process payments to most eligible individuals, however some may need to provide additional information. Don’t miss out.

The deadline to request your Economic Impact Payment is November 21 at 12 p.m. Visit irs.gov for more information.

MONEY MATTERS ADVERTORIAL | BY STEPHANIE FRISCH, INSURANCE 101

AEP - IT’S ABOUT SAVING YOU MONEY Calling all existing Medicare Beneficiaries, are you looking to save some money on either your monthly premiums, your co-pays, or your prescription drug co-pays?

The biggest way to save money is to see if a Medicare Advantage plan would work for you. If it does work, you cancel your Medicare Supplement and Medicare Drug plan for 2021 because the Medicare Advantage plan gives you that type of coverage and financial protection from medical bills. These plans in Orange County typically have no premium. Some plans used to not

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have a name-brand drug deductible, and now they do. Have your prescriptions changed since you enrolled in your Medicare RX plan?

If they’re expensive medications (in the $40-$100 range when you fill them), then it’s time for a review. There is even a Medicare Advantage plan that covers insulin at a $0 co-pay, even through the coverage gap! No stand-alone drug plan does that. The Medicare annual enrollment period (aka AEP) ends Dec. 7; if you’d like to schedule a no-cost Medicare options review, contact me soon, as my calendar is filling up!

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MONEY MATTERS ADVERTORIAL | BY JENNIFER ELLIOTT, SAN CLEMENTE ESTATE LAW, P.C.

3 WAYS SAN CLEMENTE ESTATE LAW CAN GIVE YOU PEACE OF MIND AND SAVE YOU THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS 1) Protect your family By setting up an estate plan, or updating your old plan, you ensure your loved ones will receive your assets on your passing.

2) You keep control If you become ill or incapacitated, you name a trusted person who is given the tools to make sure you have all you need if you’re in the hospital or otherwise unable to pay your bills or manage your money. This keeps your power from going to the state to make decisions for you and keeps you in control of your assets.

3) Save thousands of dollars from being paid for unnecessary taxes and probate costs.

When money isn’t owed to the government, that means more money goes to your loved ones.

Are you ready to protect your family and assets? Has it been years since you’ve reviewed your old plan? San Clemente Estate Law can help. Attorney Jennifer Elliott has 18 years of experience and has helped thousands of families.

••• Call us today at 949.420.0025 or learn more about us at SanClementeEstateLaw.com.

Sign up for our free webinar for more information and earn a discount on our services.

San Clemente Estate Law cares about your health and safety. Check our website for our COVID-19 safety measures.

San Clemente Estate Law gives you a relationship, not a transaction. We are here for you and your family now and when you need us most. Call us today to schedule your private consultation.

MONEY MATTERS ADVERTORIAL | BY JAMES A. SUMMERS, LPL FINANCIAL

REAPING THE BENEFITS OF HOLISTIC FINANCIAL PLANNING What Is Holistic Financial Planning?

Holistic financial planning is the process of pursuing your life goals through the proper management of your resources. Life goals can include buying a home, saving for your child’s education, planning for retirement, or leaving a legacy.

The process involves gathering relevant financial information, setting life goals, examining your current resources and developing a plan for you to work toward your goals given your current situation and future plans.

The Benefits of Holistic Financial Planning: Holistic financial planning provides direction and meaning to your life. It allows you to understand how a financial decision you

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make affects other areas of your life. By viewing each financial decision as part of a whole, you can consider its short and longterm effects on your life goals. You can also adapt more easily to life changes and feel more secure that your goals are on track.

••• James A. Summers, CRPS, AAMS Chartered Retirement Plans Specialist Accredited Asset Management Specialist Registered Representative Investment Advisor Representative 949.336.1399 Direct Line 800.826.0033 888.669.4047 Fax jamesasummers.com Securities and advisory services offered through LPL Financial, a registered investment advisor Member FINRA/SPIC

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Dana Point Couple Launches Colorful Super Batter Business

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Ambika Mathur and James Paul set out to reinvent breakfast as a fun, healthy and beautiful ritual to start the day.

After some product development, and with the support of the community, the Dana Point couple, both age 23, now sell their colorful paleo pancake “Super Batter” at the weekly farmers market at La Plaza Park.

“I love eating pancakes,” Mathur said.

“I’m a yoga instructor for Studio A; I’m really into healthy living. One day, I was craving matcha and pancakes. I thought, ‘Why not combine them?’”

Mathur was no stranger to starting a business. While earning a degree in landscape architecture and sustainable design at UC Berkeley, Mathur started her own chia pudding business.

“I took that model and applied it toward this pancake/waffle mix idea and expanded it further,” Mathur said.

Paul, who grew up in Rancho Santa Margarita, met Mathur while attending Berkeley for a degree in economics. Now the couple resides together in the Lantern District.

“We wanted to develop something that was paleo and looked dope,” Mathur said.

“Something healthy but different.”

Super Batter launched in June, and Mathur says she and Paul have had to hit the ground running. As of now, Super Batter offers four different Superfood Pancake & Waffle Mixes, all paleo, glutenfree, with no sugar added: Blue Matcha, Cacao, Pitaya (which appear pink,) and Adaptogen (with Reishi, Lion’s Mane,

Maca, and Ashwagandha). The successful launch has, in part, been thanks to Rob Wilson, the chef and owner of Glasspar in Dana Point, who allowed Super Batter to be developed in the restaurant kitchen.

Since launching as an e-commerce store, Super Batter has grown into the Dana Point Farmers Market, Encinitas Farmers Market, and several grocery stores in San Diego. Mathur says the company has also lined up deals with Gelson’s Market and Bristol Farms.

“It has a really long shelf life, and all you need to do is add water,” Mathur said.

“We love how some of our customers get creative with the mix and make donuts, cookies, brownies, souffles, crepes. The colors of the mix just pop, and it looks so vibrant as a finished product on a plate.”

Super Batter mix is also grain-free, with no added sugar and low on the glycemic index. The blue matcha and pitaya mixes both have antioxidants, while the cacao mix contains properties known to alleviate stress, Mathur said.

“In the Adaptogen Mix, the lions mane mushroom is an ingredient good for memory, the reishi mushroom is good for immunity, maca boosts energy, and the ashwagandha root deals with stress,” Mathur said. “It’s pretty cool that all that is in a pancake. And the coolest thing is that it doesn’t taste like it’s healthy. You can give it to your kids, and they would never know how crazy good it is for them.”

Super Batter products can be found at superbatter.com or on the Instagram account @eatsuperbatter. DP

Adoptable Pet of the Week: Ember

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BY MYLES MELLOR Last week’s solution:

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re you looking for a friend that’s both active and affectionate?

Two-year-old Ember is all of those things wrapped up into an adorable, furry package. She loves to exercise and would likely make a great hiking partner. When it’s time to settle down, Ember makes an ideal cuddle partner and loves to give hugs.

Once you meet Ember, she’s sure to win your heart.

If you are interested in adopting Ember, please visit petprojectfoundation.org to download an adoption application form.

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Ember. Photo: Courtesy of San Clemente/Dana Point Animal Shelter

Completed forms can be emailed to animalservices@scdpanimalshelter.org, and you will be contacted about making an interaction appointment. DP

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

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See the solution in next week’s issue.

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BY ZACH CAVANAGH, DANA POINT TIMES

Our City Scoreboard keeps you updated on all of the local Dana Point youth and community team accomplishments and special individual performances of the week. We want to run your scores, results and announcements.

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DHHS Athletes Tago, Anderson Commit to Universities While COVID-19 has delayed high school athletics and set aside normal college recruiting, the regular Fall Signing Day went on as scheduled on Wednesday, Nov. 11. Dana Hills delays its Signing Day ceremonies until the spring, but a pair of senior Dolphins recently announced their college commitments.

On Wednesday, softball star Piper Tago announced her commitment to Idaho State. In the shortened 2020 spring season, Tago hit .320 with four runs, two RBI and two doubles in 10 games. In her full sophomore season in 2019, Tago hit .368 with 17 runs, 28 RBI, two doubles, a triple and four home runs.

On Oct. 30, two-way baseball player Aedan Anderson announced his commitment to Xavier University. Anderson played only nine games in his first varsity season in the spring, but he hit .333 with five runs, two RBI and a double. Anderson made one pitching appearance and threw one inning with one hit allowed. —Zach Cavanagh

Boys & Girls Club to Host First Holiday Golf Classic The Boys & Girls Club of the South Coast Area is getting into the swing of the season by hosting its first Holiday Golf Classic on Dec. 7 at Marbella Country Club in San Juan Capistrano.

Proceeds from the socially distanced event will go toward supporting the Boys & Girls Club programs and families as the club continues to offer a safe place for kids while everyone works through the coronavirus pandemic.

Golfers are encouraged to dress in their best holiday golf gear, as there will be a prize for most festive attire. Prizes will also be awarded for first place in the men’s, women’s and coed divisions. Each golfer will receive breakfast, lunch and a gift with their round of golf, and each golfer will be given their own cart for the round.

Prices for individual golfers start at $225, with foursomes at $900 and various sponsorship levels available.

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Dana Hills softball star Piper Tago announced her commitment to Idaho State on Wednesday, Nov. 11. Photo: Dana Hills Athletics

bgcsca.org or call 949.492.0376. To sign up for the Holiday Golf Classic or make a donation, visit bgcsca.ejoinme.org/holidaygolf20. —Staff Report

Dana Wharf Completes Successful After-School Fishing Program Dana Wharf Sportfishing, through the City of San Clemente’s Parks and Recreation Department, recently finished a soldout fall after-school fishing program for middle school-aged kids. This fishing program has been a very popular one, bringing both young newcomers and skilled youth anglers together for a three-hour fishing trip after school each week.

This six-week program is the only program of its kind offered in Orange County, perhaps even the only one of its kind in California. There are plenty of tennis, golf, and team sporting activities available to kids, but Dana Wharf has it pegged with this fun fishing outdoor opportunity.

The kids arrive Wednesdays after school, the boat departs at 4:15 p.m., and the trip returns to the dock later that evening at 7:15 p.m. While the boat is away from the harbor, the kids are left with the opportunity to learn various fishing techniques from Dana Wharf’s captains and crew and how to apply them with respect to current fishing conditions on the day of the trip.

Dana Wharf staff have found that when kids can help one another by both teaching and learning, it creates a fun dynamic and hooks the fisherman for life. By the middle of the six-week session, the kids have developed some skills that will give them the ability to catch fish with confidence and prepare them to go on longer trips with Dana Wharf or any landing along the coast. —Captain Brian Woolley, Dana Wharf DP Page 21

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2021 WSL World Title to Be Decided at Trestles

Championship Tour opens in December in Hawaii, culminating with WSL Finals in September at Lowers

BY JAKE HOWARD, DANA POINT TIMES

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ro surfing is officially back, as the World Surf League this week announced that the 2021 Championship Tour season will get underway this December in Hawaii. But for our local surf community, the big news is that whatever happens during the season, ultimately, the world title will be decided at Lower Trestles next September.

During the tour’s COVID-induced hiatus, structural changes were made to the tour schedule, as well as how the league crowns its world champions.

The “regular season” will now take place from December through August before moving to the newly created WSL Finals in which the top five men and top five women in the world (based on their year-end ratings) will compete for the world title in a one-day surf-off, winner take all.

For years, the world title race has come down to the final events of the year in Hawaii. For the men, it came down to the his-

Local hero Kolohe Andino has long been touted as a world title contender. Could it all magically come together in 2021 in his own backyard? Photo: Courtesy of WSL/Kenny Morris

toric Pipeline Masters, and for the women, they’ve spent the last decade sorting things out at the idyllic Honolua Bay on Maui.

But this is a new era, and those with world title aspirations will now kick off their campaigns in the Islands and end in California.

“I am so excited about WSL’s announcement to start the 2021 Championship tour this December in Hawaii,” said reigning WSL Champion Carissa Moore in a press statement. “Honolua Bay, Maui for the women and Pipeline, Oahu for the men.

Hawaii is such a big part of surfing history and culture, and there is no better place to start a season and end a challenging year on a positive note.”

For fans, the theme for this year is going to be flexibility. Because of the ever-changing situation with COVID-19 and all the various rules and restrictions that accompany life in this new reality, the WSL is being transparent that things may change.

“Putting on an international tour amid a global pandemic is not an easy task, but the dedication and work of the entire organization gives us confidence that we can safely execute these competitions on behalf of our athletes, staff and the local communities,” WSL CEO Erik Logan said.

In years past, there’s only been one Championship Tour stop in Hawaii, but the surfers are currently slated to stick around for a second event in January at Sunset Beach on Oahu. From there, the tour will hop across the Pacific for a contest at Steamer Lane in Santa Cruz in February. From there, it will be off to Portugal before a three-stop swing in Australia if the reality on the ground allows.

But again, the big news coming from the WSL mothership in Santa Monica is that in September, the top five men and women in the world will land in San Clemente to decide the world champion.

Lowers is often described as the most “high performance wave on the planet,” and that’s what will make this high-stakes day of surfing so intriguing.

September is prime time for Lowers, and with a little luck, the Southern Hemisphere will provide some solid swells. And if there is pumping surf, the left and right peaks will provide the surfers with an open canvas to really show the world what they can do.

There is nowhere to hide at Lowers. To win, there requires a unique combination of technical mastery and explosive innovation. Not as daunting or intimidating of a wave as somewhere such as Pipeline, where the title was won last year, it will all come down to high-performance surfing and who can handle the pressure.

And with local boys Kolohe Andino and Griffin Colapinto on tour, if they can keep their ranking up throughout the regular season, who knows, we could be crowning San Clemente’s first world champion on home turf.

In addition, some of our finest local shapers, including Matt Biolos and Timmy Patterson, make the boards for a lot of these surfers, so there’s a good chance that the title could be won on locally crafted equipment.

It’s an exciting moment for pro surfing as it gets back on its feet, and it’s going to be a lot of fun to watch the world title race go down in our own backyard.

Jake Howard is local surfer and freelance writer who lives in San Clemente. A former editor at Surfer Magazine, The Surfer’s Journal and ESPN, today he writes for a number of publications, including the San Clemente Times, Dana Point Times, Surfline and the World Surf League. He also works with philanthropic organizations such as the Surfing Heritage and Culture Center and the Positive Vibe Warriors Foundation. DP

SURF FORECAST

GROM OF THE WEEK

Water Temperature: 55-58 Degrees F

SAWYER LINDBLAD

Water Visibility and Conditions: 4-8

BY JAKE HOWARD, DANA POINT TIMES

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he vibes are still up after such a successful event at the NSSA National Championships a couple weeks back at Jennette’s Pier in North Carolina. Sawyer Lindblad, one of our favorite rising stars, took out the Open Girls division in dominant style, and we couldn’t be more stoked for her.

Lindblad was on a roll earlier this year before her competitive goals were unfortunately slightly derailed.

Earning her first WSL Qualifying Series victory this past February, she won the SLO CAL Open at Pismo Beach, then followed that up with a second-place finish at the SLO CAL Open at Morro Bay. It was a brilliant start to the year that got everyone’s attention.

Since then, Sawyer’s had her head down, training and working on her surfing. She signed on with Dana Point Times November 13-19, 2020

Sawyer Lindblad. Photo: Courtesy of the NSSA

her new sponsor, SisstrEvolution, and recently took a team trip down to Mexico for some waves and water time with world title contender Lakey Peterson.

So, when it came time to pull the jersey back on for the NSSA National Championships, Sawyer was more than ready.

In the final, she posted two excellent scoring rides—an 8.0 and 8.83—to earn her first Open Nationals victory. With winter on the way and new opportunities opening, we can’t wait to see what she gets up to next. DP Page 22

Outlook: On Friday, more South/southwest swell moves in, with waist-shoulder-head high waves, (3-4-5’). Light southerly winds in the morning Friday, shift to light+ westerlies during the afternoon. The South/ southwest swell maintains waist-shoulderhead surf, (3-4-5’) on Saturday as a small Northwest swell joins in. The swell blend fades Sunday, for waist-stomach-chest high waves, (2-3-4’). Light/variable mornings winds are followed by a moderate afternoon sea breeze on Saturday and Sunday.

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