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Tom Morey, an influential surfer and inventor of the Boogie Board, died on Thursday, Oct. 14, at age 86. Photo: Courtesy of John Clark

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State, San Clemente and Dana Point Address Leaf Blowers from Different Angles

BY LILLIAN BOYD, DANA POINT TIMES

While San Clemente City Council unanimously approved a ban on gas-powered leaf blowers beginning in November 2022, a discussion during Dana Point City Council on exploring a similar ordinance did not yield any action.

The San Clemente ordinance will impose new regulations on electric- and battery-powered leaf blowers, such as limiting noise and restricting operating hours. The citywide ban will go into effect on Nov. 4, 2022. Only electric-powered and battery-operated devices that meet the maximum 65-decibel sound rating standards set by the American National Standards Institute can be used.

The latest step in passing the ordinance comes more than a year and half since the council first agreed to consider a partial ban on the fuel-operated devices. Under a pilot program that Councilmember Laura Ferguson had proposed in February 2020, the city would have restricted the use of the leaf blowers only in neighborhoods west of the 5 Freeway and for one year.

That proposal was nixed last month in favor of the permanent citywide ban.

In the coming months, San Clemente is expected to also consider establishing a rebate program as an incentive for residents to ditch their gas-powered leaf blowers and purchase a new electric- or battery-powered one.

The city noted in its report to the council that the coffers to operate such a program could come from the general fund or from a grant “if there is one available.”

As a local example, the city explained that in San Mateo, that city had allocated $5,000 for a one-year rebate program.

“Under their program, residents can receive a 50% discount, up to $100—if proof is provided that a gas leaf blower was turned in and a new electric leaf blower was purchased at a certain retail store,” the city said in its report.

There would also be additional costs associated with running the program, the city noted, such as staff resources, drafting an application, advertising, making arrangements with retailers and processing the rebates with finance staff.

Chris Wright, an associate planner for San Clemente, told the council that it will get a presentation on San Clemente’s proposed rebate program when it meets Dana Point Times October 22-28, 2021

to discuss the city’s long-term financial plan.

Under the ordinance, the landscaping tool may only be used Mondays through Fridays, from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., and on weekends and city-recognized holidays, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. The ordinance also bans leaf-blower operators from blowing dirt, dust and other debris onto neighboring property, the street, sidewalk, gutters or into storm drains.

Dana Point Councilmember Michael Villar brought the agenda item to the Oct. 5 city council meeting after he reportedly received community input though his email distribution list to explore a ban.

“The folks that came back—over 60% of the (responses)—said, ‘Yeah we should ban them,’” Villar said. “So I brought it to the city manager, and now it’s on the agenda, which is how this should work.”

Villar added that noise and pollution were the two leading concerns pertaining to gas-powered leaf blowers—although pollution was harder to quantify.

“Good policy, like it or not, does take some time to do correctly,” said Mayor Jamey Federico. “We could direct staff right now, but we’ve already learned since this came up, that there’s already an Assembly bill tasked to deal with this.”

Federico explained that he wasn’t necessarily opposed to exploring a ban, but pointed to staff’s capacity of priorities.

“This is a nuisance for everyone.

This is a statewide issue. In the state of California, we have nice weather, things grow year-round, many people need landscapers. People use leaf blowers,” Federico added. “One of the challenges with municipalities early adopting these issues, well now you’ve got two cities next to each other with different regulations.”

Villar expressed that the matter was not urgent enough to replace any items currently within staff’s workload, nor did it need to be immediate. Officials are currently reviewing the city’s strategic plan, which names projects and goals in order of priority.

“What is this going to do to small businesses coming out of a pandemic? Can they survive it? This would put a financial burden on them,” Mayor Pro Tem Joe Muller said. “The state is already working on this. We need to see how they’re handling it and then we can tweak it to suit Page 3

While San Clemente is adopting a ban on gas-powered leaf blowers, Dana Point officials are opting not to rush policy before state legislation. Photo: Pexels

our local needs.”

Federico also wondered how ban enforcement would be resourced, and whether police services or code enforcement would be the responding agency.

“The second worse thing than not having an ordinance is having an ordinance that cannot be enforced,” Federico said.

“We do have an ordinance on the books today for noise. I’m sure there are leaf blowers in the city that violate it.”

Villar’s motion to direct city staff to develop an ordinance that banned gas-powered leaf blowers failed due to lack of a second.

“If there are leaf blowers being a nuisance, I encourage people to talk to your neighbors. I ask the public tuning in to please be good neighbors. If they aren’t being a good neighbor, we do have ordinances that can be enforced,” Federico said.

City code currently permits volume levels to reach 55 decibels at the property line.

Federico and Councilmember Mike Frost, both of whom sit on the Strategic Plan Subcommittee, stated they would discuss the issue further in a subcommittee meeting.

Assembly Bill 1346, the bill referenced during council discussion, would require the California Air Resources Board (CARB) to set emissions requirements for

small off-road engines to zero by 2024 or whenever CARB determines it is feasible.

Small off-road engines emit high levels of oxides of nitrogen (NOx), reactive organic gases (ROG), and particulate matter (PM), which adversely affect air quality and human health. By 2031, NOx and ROG emissions from SORE are projected to be twice those from passenger cars in California.

Regulations of emissions from SORE have not been as stringent as regulations of other engines, and one hour of operation of a commercial leaf blower can emit as much ROG plus NOx as driving 1,100 miles in a new passenger vehicle.

Gov. Gavin Newsom approved the bill on Oct. 9.

“AB 1346 will protect Californians’ health by cleaning up the shockingly high pollution from small off-road engines like leaf blowers and lawn mowers,” Bill Magavern, Policy Director of Coalition for Clean Air said in a press release.

The bill also directs CARB to provide funding to state air districts and offer rebates to commercial users, such as landscapers, to buy zero-emission equipment.

California Assemblymember Marc Berman, one of the bill’s authors, noted on Twitter that $30 million had been secured in the state budget “to help gardeners transition to cleaner, greener equipment.” danapointtimes.com

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A rally was held outside the Capistrano Unified School District offices on Wednesday, Oct. 20, to protest a coming vaccine mandate for California students. Photo: Collin Breaux.

Capo School Board Asks Gov. Newsom to Rethink Student Vaccine Mandate

BY COLLIN BREAUX, DANA POINT TIMES

In a largely symbolic gesture underscoring opposition from some in South Orange County toward state educational health policy, the Capistrano Unified School District Board of Trustees approved a resolution urging Gov. Gavin Newsom to reconsider and potentially do away with an eventual COVID-19 vaccine requirement for student in-person instruction.

The board voted, 4-2, on the request co-authored by Trustees Gila Jones and Martha McNicholas during a meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 20. Jones, McNicholas, Trustee Lisa Davis, and Board President Judy Bullockus voted yes. Trustees Amy Hanacek and Krista Castellanos voted no. Trustee Pamela Braunstein was not at the meeting.

The request came about due to concerns about how the mandate could affect educational experiences for students—particularly, due to parents potentially pulling their kids from school rather than allowing them to get the jab to stay on campus. Jones attempted to tailor language in the resolution toward Dana Point Times October 22-28, 2021

state officials, saying a switch away from in-person instruction could impact social and emotional benefits for students.

“We feel that whether you’re in favor of vaccines or not, the fact that children would be harmed by being removed from the district is something that needs to be brought to the state’s attention,” Jones said.

Board members debated the exact words and technical details of the resolution during the hours-long discussion, including whether to add data about COVID-19 case and death rates—particularly as they apply to children.

District trustees and staff have repeatedly said they must adhere to state guidelines, a point reiterated by Bullockus.

“We have said to you in many emails and on many platforms (that) we are following the (California Department of Public Health) and we are following the governor—not that we necessarily like it,” Bullockus said.“But, please understand these people are working around the clock. You all know what we did to get kids back into the classroom. These changes that are coming down legislatively from the governor are constantly changing.”

Hanacek said that while she understood the intention of the resolution, it won’t effect change.

“I feel like we are not addressing and representing a huge swab of the school district. This is really sad to me and, again, it’s not going to fulfill anything that you

want,” Hanacek said.“At the end of the day, a lawsuit—but, of course, with the walkout, that cost us about 500 grand. There went any money that we would have for legal.”

Numerous parents and local community members spoke against the vaccine mandate on the grounds of individual freedom, skepticism over its safety and effectiveness, and dislike of government control. Health experts have generally said vaccines are safe and help prevent the spread of COVID-19.

“I realize that no one on this board wants to force these vaccines on students, and you don’t want to force them on teachers. I also know that you face serious consequences if you decide to go against the governor,” Vista Del Mar Middle School math teacher Craig Adnams said. “But I say, fight for us. If you fight for us, we will fight for you.”

Some audience members felt the resolution did not go far enough, calling for the district to defy the mandate and sue the state— the latter desire again echoed by Davis.

The meeting was, at times, tense as audience members variously cheered and jeered trustees—including Student Advisor Kanei Padhya. Trustees scolded the audience for their behavior and encouraged attendees to instead show approval by silently waving their hands.

Some who spoke at the meeting, including Vanessa Santos, support the mandate.

“I believe that vaccines are a really Page 4

invaluable tool to fight disease, especially during global health pandemics like the one we’re going through. It’s how we are no longer living with polio,” Santos said.

“It’s how we are no longer living with smallpox. It’s how we manage measles.

It’s how we manage so much disease.”

A rally to protest the mandate was held outside the CUSD offices before the meeting, and participants remained outside and loudly chanted anti-mandate slogans during the meeting. Parents and others held anti-mandate signs.

John, a parent in Laguna Niguel who declined to give his last name, said he is opposed to mandates for everyone, but especially for kids.

“I don’t think COVID is really an issue for the children especially, and for myself, I wouldn’t get it, either,” said John, whose daughter attends a private school outside the district.“I had it. It wasn’t that big of a deal. I took some hydroxychloroquine, and I’m fine. I think now that I have the immunity in my system, I don’t think it’s really an issue for me to get vaccinated. There’s no way I’m going to put that in my kid.”

Orange County resident Jennifer Sterling addressed rallygoers with a megaphone and said battles against mandatory masks were the beginning.

“It is communism,” Sterling said. “It’s not far-fetched that this country could turn, and it’s right now.” danapointtimes.com

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Sheriff Don Barnes Recognizes Sen. Bates with OC Sheriff’s Award

BY LILLIAN BOYD, DANA POINT TIMES

Hundreds of people demonstrated against a COVID-19 vaccine requirement for California students in San Juan Capistrano on Monday, Oct. 18. Photo: Collin Breaux

Parents, Students Demonstrate Against Student Vaccine Mandate

BY COLLIN BREAUX, DANA POINT TIMES

Opposition to Gov. Gavin Newsom’s COVID-19 vaccine requirement for students continued in South Orange County on Monday, Oct. 18, as parents, students, and others marched throughout Downtown San Juan Capistrano to make their voices heard in defiance of the coming mandate.

Hundreds held anti-mandate signs and chanted slogans emphasizing medical freedom as they walked along El Camino Real and other nearby streets. Some cars driving by honked in approval.

Some parents and students in Capistrano Unified School District have been gradually speaking out against Newsom’s mandate, which requires all California students 12 and older to be fully vaccinated if they want to continue attending classes in person.

Jan Van Leeuwen, a parent with children in CUSD schools, was among the demonstrators.

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“We think it’s definitely a little premature, with respect to the vaccination— especially young kids, being the COVID sickness rate is so low versus different age groups and whatnot,” Leeuwen said.

“We’re doing our best to protect what we think is best for our kids.”

The demonstration coincided with a planned statewide sit-out protest on Monday that circulated on social media, in which students would either stay home or walk out of campus in protest of the mandate.

Officials from San Clemente High School and San Juan Hills High School said there was minimal student participation in the sit-out protest on Monday.

Exact attendance figures were not available as of press time.

Leeuwen said he hadn’t yet decided if he would keep his kids out of school or homeschool them if the mandate goes into effect.

“We don’t want to have to get to that point because, even after COVID and being homeschooled for that period of time, our kids definitely appreciate the benefits of public education,” Leeuwen said. “They want to be in school.”

The mandate will go into effect once the Food and Drug Administration fully approves the vaccine, which could happen sometime next year. Students will have to go into independent study if

they are not fully vaccinated.

Heidi Fouret, who teaches at Fallbrook High School and took the day off for the sickout, said the demonstration was intended to “bring enlightenment” to the government and stop mandates in California.

“I believe strongly in this, and I have all family members who support this— friends, nephews,” said Fouret, who has family but not children in CUSD schools.

“We are in strong support of our choice, our protection, our choice for our children, my choice for my body.”

Aliso Niguel High School student Jaduin Fox, 15, attended the demonstration, because he feels unvaccinated students have to wait a long time to get back in sports compared to their vaccinated peers, which he feels is discriminatory and forces vaccinations.

“I thought it was great so many people came out to support the cause, and to help people be able to have their freedoms and have their choices,” Fox said of the demonstration.

A further demonstration was held on Wednesday outside the CUSD offices before a Board of Trustees meeting.

CUSD staff and trustees had previously emphasized they must follow state health guidelines. Medical experts have generally said the vaccine is safe and helps prevent the spread of COVID-19.

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Senator Patricia Bates (R-Laguna Niguel) received the Orange County Sheriff’s Award from Sheriff Don Barnes on Wednesday, Oct. 21, at a surprise informal ceremony during a Division Commanders’ briefing with high-level command staff in Santa Ana. The sheriff gives the award to individuals who he believes have made a significant contribution to the Orange County Sheriff’s Department and the community. The award is in recognition of Senator Bates’ legislative efforts to improve public safety, including her work over the years to reduce fentanyl-related deaths.

“Senator Pat Bates has been a steadfast advocate for policies that keep our community safe,” Barnes said. “As one example, over the last five years, the Senator has been my partner in sounding the alarm about fentanyl and the need to enact legislation to hold accountable those trafficking this deadly substance.”

Sen. Bates has authored several measures surrounding law enforcement and public safety. Senate Bill 722 was introduced in 2015 to crack down on sex offenders who willfully remove or disable their tracking devices. In 2016, SB 1283 aimed to address the growing concern over the proliferation of sober living homes in residential neighborhoods. In 2017, SB 75 was introduced to expand the definition of “violent felonies” to include crimes deemed to be serious and violent in nature.

In partnership with San Diego County District Attorney Summer Stephan, she authored SB 1109 that then-Gov. Jerry Brown signed into law. SB 1109 informs Californians, especially young people, about the risks of prescription opioids.

Gov. Gavin Newsom also signed two public safety bills from Senator Bates into law this year: SB 434 (“Brandon’s Law”) protects people seeking addiction treatment from false advertising and marketing services, and SB 248 strengthens the law regarding sexually violent predators.

“I give my heartfelt appreciation to Sheriff Barnes for this prestigious award,” said Sen. Bates. “Just as importantly, I thank him and all the members of the Sheriff’s Department for their ongoing efforts to keep Orange County as safe as possible.”

Sheriff Barnes added that the Senator’s efforts are worthy of recognition.

“I am pleased to honor her with the Sheriff’s Award for her continual defense of our public safety mission,” Barnes said. danapointtimes.com

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The Surfing Santa and Stand-Up Paddleboard Contest is a two-day event in which contestants dress as Santa or other holiday-inspired characters and compete at Salt Creek Beach. Photo: Lillian Boyd

Registration Now Open for Surfing Santa and Stand-Up Paddleboard Contest

BY LILLIAN BOYD, DANA POINT TIMES

The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel celebrates the holiday season with the return of the 10th annual Surfing Santa and Stand-Up Paddleboard Contest at Salt Creek Beach in Dana Point on Saturday and Sunday, November 20-21.

Afterward, the resort will host the 13th annual Holiday Surfboard Auction from Saturday, November 20 until Friday, December 31, featuring a variety of artistry surfboards by celebrated artists, creatives, professional surfers, and iconic shapers. Both seasonal events benefit Surfers Healing, a nonprofit that provides children with autism the gift of surfing.

Since partnering with Surfers Healing, the resort has raised more than $440,000 for the nonprofit and has made an impact on countless lives.

“I am fortunate to have joined a resort dedicated to positively impacting the lives of others by organizing significant events including the Surfing Santa Contest and the Holiday Surfboard Auction,” said Karen Chastain, General Manager for the hotel. “It is an honor to uphold the Surfers Healing mission, and I would like to extend my sincere gratitude to the local community, artists, and creatives for cultivating a successful tradition that has made a true difference.”

The Surfing Santa and Stand-Up Paddleboard Contest is a two-day event in which contestants dress as Santa or other holiday-inspired characters and battle it out in the waves at Salt Creek Beach. The contest features multiple categories, inclusive of surf and stand-up paddleboard—open to both children and adults. Each heat extends prizes for Dana Point Times October 22-28, 2021

placed winners, and all participants are eligible for a cash Big Air prize, based on contestable air points throughout the day. Cash prizes for first-place and second-place Costume Contest winners are also awarded. Contestants can register at surfingsantacontest.org, with registration ending on Thursday, November 18.

The Holiday Surfboard Auction highlights a selection of stunning surfboards from celebrated creatives, renowned artists, iconic shapers, and professional surfers on display at the resort and auctioned online to benefit Surfers Healing.

Donated surfboards include works by artists Wyland, Brady Smith, Brian Bent, Alison Mosshart, Robin Hiers, Trevor Mezak, Jessica Osborne, Carolyn Johnson, and Cami Levin; along with shapers such as Brawner Boards, Hobie, and Firewire.

The boards are on display in the oceanfront resort’s lobby throughout the entire holiday season, and bids can be placed online at Bidding for Good starting on Saturday, November 20.

“We truly value our relationship (with The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel) and are extremely grateful for them helping us raise funds all these years to keep these special children in the water and smiling,” said Danielle Paskowitz, co-founder of Surfers Healing.

The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel developed the Surfing Santa and Stand-Up Paddleboard Contest and Holiday Surfboard Auction as a way to connect and pay homage to Dana Point’s iconic surf history, Chastain added.

“Hobie opened in 1958 as the first California surf shop on Pacific Coast Highway in Dana Point, revolutionizing the surfboard industry and birthing the ocean sport lifestyle that has become a backbone of the local community,” said Chastain.

The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel debuted the first Surfboard Auction in 2008, raising more than $13,000, and two years later, the resort hosted the first Surfing Santa Contest.

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COMMUNITY MEETINGS MONDAY, OCTOBER 25

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Dana Point Planning Commission 6 p.m. The Dana Point Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting. Dana Point Council Chambers, 33282 Golden Lantern Street, Suite 210, Dana Point. danapoint.org.

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nounces Holiday Happenings Guests and the local community can gather and rejoice this holiday season with oceanfront festivities at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel. The resort welcomes a return of the hotel’s seasonal experiences including holiday dining, gingerbread house decorating, afternoon tea, and more.

Sparkling decorations light up the property, with a variety of memorable experiences beginning on Saturday, November 20, until the New Year.

The resort kicks off the season with the annual Holiday Open House and Tree Lighting on Sunday, November 21, co-hosted by General Manager Karen Chastain and KTLA Channel 5’s Wendy Burch. Festivities begin at 4 p.m., including live holiday music performed by The Jeeps; a special appearance from Santa Claus; and the official lighting of the 40-plus-foot decorated tree from the Pacific Northwest. Holiday cookies and hot chocolate are complimentary, with additional beverages available for purchase.

Guests are encouraged to bring a new, unwrapped toy for donation to Miracles for Kids; canned goods and non-perishable food items to benefit the Orange County Rescue Mission; and pet toys and treats for local pet shelters. The event is free.

The SANDsational Extravaganza unveils large-scale sand sculptures by local sand architects Archisand Professional Sand Sculptors, Inc. Located in the lobby, this year’s theme highlights the resort’s holiday community footprint partners including Surfers Healing, Canine Companions, Miracles for Kids, and the Orange County Rescue Mission. An artistry backdrop will be painted and designed by the hotel’s Executive Sous Chef Steven Wan. On display Saturday, November 20 to Sunday, January 2, 2022.

The Gingerbread House and Holiday Cookie Decorating event invites guests to gather with family and friends on December 5 and Dec. 12, from 2 to 4 p.m., to decorate their very own large-scale gingerbread house and holiday cookies. The talented pastry team will be on hand to provide tips and tricks for creating a gingerbread showpiece of the season. Cost is $250 per gingerbread house. To reserve, guests can call Guest Services at 949.240.2000 or register online via OpenTable.

Enjoy the timeless tradition of Afternoon Tea at RAYA, featuring an array of tea, savory canapés, and sweet bites in an elegant ocean-view setting. Available Monday through Thursday, November 29-December 16, with seating from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m., and $95 per person. Reserve Dana Point Times October 22-28, 2021

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 26

Financial Review Committee 6 p.m. The Dana Point Financial Review Committee will hold a regular meeting.

Dana Point Public Works Conference Room, 33282 Golden Lantern Street, Suite 210, Dana Point. danapoint.org.

The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel kicks off the season with the annual holiday open house and tree lighting on Sunday, November 21. Photo: Pacific Dream Photography

in advance by calling Guest Services at 949.240.2000. For Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s dining, families and friends can enjoy holiday dining at RAYA, enoSTEAK, and the resort’s buffets.

Families and children are invited to celebrate with tales of the holidays. Storytelling is held in the Eco-Adventure Center and read by Santa Claus on Friday and Saturday, December 10, 11, 17, and 18 at 5 p.m. and complimentary to attend. Guests are encouraged to bring a new children’s book for donation to Miracles for Kids.

Visit ritzcarlton.com/lagunaniguel for more information.

DP | Cyclist Embarks on 2nd

Ride for Challenged Athletes Over the past few months, local cyclist Paul Webb has reinvented himself—again.

The former professional athlete turned businessperson and then author is now sporting a new title: Full-Time Volunteer Charity Cyclist.

After raising about $30,000 for the Challenged Athletes Foundation this past August, when he completed a nearly 3,000mile bike ride from San Clemente to New Jersey, the 68-year-old Webb decided his retirement would best be spent supporting the organization and other charities.

Itching to go on another cross-country adventure, Webb on Sunday, Oct. 24, will first participate in the biking portion of the 28th annual San Diego Triathlon Challenge before embarking on a 2,534-mile solo cycling journey to Tampa, Florida.

For the upcoming charity ride, Webb is looking to raise $220,000 for CAF, a nonprofit that supports individuals with limitations who are pursuing athletic activities.

“I am so excited to be raising money again for this organization, because I

want to make someone’s dreams of racing, swimming, or running come true,” Webb said on CAF’s online donation page. “One of my best friends is a CAF member and a great mountain climber.

That’s how I got involved.”

With the winter months approaching, Webb is opting to bike along a predominantly southern route, where it will stay relatively warm. He said that during the trip, which is expected to take about four months, he intends to travel through major cities including Phoenix and Dallas.

“I also have family in Venice, Florida, south of Sarasota, so I’ll be staying with my sister,” he said, adding that during his visit, he’ll decide whether he’ll ride back to San Clemente or up the East Coast.

Individuals looking to support CAF and Webb on his bike ride are asked to donate a “Penny-a-Mile,” amounting to $25.34, at thewebbway.com.

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OCTA Finalize Agreement on Traffic Relief A multi-agency cooperative agreement to support three traffic relief projects in South Orange County and prevent the construction of a toll road in San Clemente is officially in place after the county’s transportation office gave the final go-ahead approval last week.

Elected officials on the San Clemente City Council and County Board of Supervisors voted late last month to join the cooperative agreement that’s intended to protect San Clemente’s open space and conservation easements from an extension of the 241 Toll Road.

The Orange County Transportation Authority’s executive board voted at its Oct.

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Because I Love You (BILY) 6:30-8:30 p.m. The organization Because I Love You (BILY), which helps parents navigate through whatever parenting challenges they may be facing (e.g., failure to launch, drug abuse, disrespect), will continue conducting its weekly meetings on Tuesdays via Zoom video conference. For detailed instructions on how to participate, email bilysanclemente@gmail.com.

11 meeting to also join, formalizing the South County Traffic Relief Cooperative Agreement among the three parties.

Under the agreement, the county and OCTA “will not build, support or authorize a new major thoroughfare in the City (of San Clemente) in an area that is subject to a conservation easement or is protected as open space under a local initiative.”

The agreement solidifies three ongoing traffic relief projects in South OC: extending Los Patrones Parkway as a free, non-tolled arterial road; adding carpool lanes on Interstate 5, between Avenida Pico and the San Diego County line; and widening Ortega Highway in San Juan Capistrano.

The talks leading up to the agreement on South County mobility issues began this past spring, when the ongoing argument over potential toll road extensions between San Clemente and the Transportation Corridor Agencies intensified.

Board Supervisor Lisa Bartlett, who, as the Fifth District seat, represents several South County cities such as Dana Point, San Clemente and San Juan Capistrano, called for the agencies and other stakeholders to meet and resolve the dispute.

“Being able to bring key players to the table and create a blueprint for addressing community concerns and developing focal solutions to improve mobility in South County, is a win-win for everyone involved,” she said in a news release. danapointtimes.com

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GUEST OPINION | Health and Nutrition 101 by Gina Cousineau

Finding Your ‘Blue Zone’ Lifestyle

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here are five regions in the world with the highest concentration of male centenarians—men who are at least 100 years old.

These regions where people live the longest, and are healthiest—referred to as “Blue Zones”—are in Okinawa, Japan; Sardinia, Italy; Nicoya, Costa Rica; Ikaria, Greece; and Loma Linda, California.

Gianni Pes and Michel Poulain’s demographic work HEALTH AND published in the NUTRITION 101 Journal of ExperiBY GINA COUSINEAU mental Gerontology laid the groundwork for the Blue Zone concept, which was ultimately discovered and founded by Dan Buettner while working in partnership with National Geographic.

There are nine lifestyle habits, termed the “Blue Zone Power 9,” that I subscribe to:

1. MOVE NATURALLY It is said that the “world’s longest-lived” people don’t go to gyms, or take group exercise classes online. They live lives that encourage movement naturally, such as working in their gardens, riding bikes, and not using labor-saving devices, aka electric bikes and lawnmowers.

2. PURPOSE

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Individuals must have a reason to get up in the morning. It is said that a sense of purpose can provide up to seven extra years of life.

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3. DOWNSHIFT

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a good outcome.

5. PLANT SLANT I love this verbiage, and similarly use the concept of consuming mostly plants, as close to nature as possible, understanding that some foods must be processed to allow us to consume them, such as milking cows, fermenting yogurt and cheese, cooking beans, and baking bread. The cornerstones of most blue zone areas are consuming beans, including fava, black, soy and lentils, and eating less meat.

6. WINE AT 5 I don’t know many people that would be disappointed in this suggestion.

Individuals in most blue zone regions consume 1-2 glasses of wine daily with friends and/or with food.

7. BELONG A sense of belonging is paramount to the success of most centenarians, with the majority having a faith-based community, regardless of denomination.

According to the research, attending faith-based services four times a month can add four to 14 years to your life.

8. LOVED ONES FIRST Family-first is a mantra that I live by, as do individuals in the blue zones. Having generations of families living in the same home, or nearby, lowers disease and mortality rates of everyone in the home, even the children.

9. RIGHT TRIBE According to the Framingham Studies, smoking, obesity, happiness and even loneliness are contagious, so having social groups that support healthy behaviors will positively impact your lifespan.

My “food as medicine” approach with my own lifestyle, as well as my clients', revolves around a similar methodology.

I teach the concept of “conviviality” and bringing the family back around the kitchen table to wholesome, delicious food, and conversation.

My hope for readers is to consider the Power 9 and begin to incorporate them into your life. Check out bluezones. com for their “longevity test” and see what you can do to live that long and healthy lifestyle of which you have been dreaming.

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

Her extensive education—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. Register for her complimentary weekly newsletter at mamagslifestyle.com. DP PLEASE NOTE: In an effort to provide our readers with a wide variety of opinions from our community, the DP 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 DP Times or Picket Fence Media. If you would like to respond to this column, please email us at editorial@danapointtimes.com.

It is imperative to put stress relievers into place in one’s life. However one can reduce stress—napping, prayer, meditation—is critical to living a long, healthy life. Everyone has stressors in life; the key is having routines to help “shed” that stress.

4. EIGHTY PERCENT RULE In my nutrition world, I have heard the 80/20 rule posed regardless of the diet approach. It is my point of view that we should, most of the time, choose more wholesome foods and exercise most days, choosing to be moderate in all areas of life, including with things that can be harmful, like highly processed foods and excess fat, sugar, and alcohol consumption. All or none rarely leads to Page 11

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GUEST OPINION | Citizens’ Climate Education by Christine Kramer

COMBAT CLIMATE CHANGE WITH REGENERATIVE AGRICULTURE

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aven’t heard of regenerative agriculture? Let me walk you through my awareness of this important effort to combat climate change and ways you can support it.

I recently opened our fridge for milk and noticed a label: “We are going carbon positive by 2025.

We’re on a mission to become the first national brand to be carbon positive. Here’s how we are taking action ... Supporting our family farmer partners through our farmer investment fund. Caring for our cows with rotational grazing & lots of TLC. Building healthy soil to capture & store carbon. Find out more at horizon.com/carbonpositive.”

As members of Citizens’ Climate Education, my family supports putting a price on carbon to reduce our diet of fossil fuels, but this is not a “silver bullet”— we need to do more. That led me to look at the practice of RA. This movement looks at reducing tilling to save the microbes in our soil to prevent it from becoming just dirt or worse still—dust. But desertification, the process of land turning to desert, is now claiming about two-thirds of the Earth.

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Drawdown.org looks at biosequestration, in which plants capture carbon and store it safely in the soil. The RA movement aims to repair the damage we have done to our soil.

Kiss the Ground, a documentary on Netflix, looks at farmers who are thriving. No mention is made of giving up meat. Livestock can be used to reverse desertification if we reduce our use of feedlots. Check out markegardfamily.com for a look at a ranch in the Bay Area that provides grass-fed beef and lamb and pasture-raised chicken and pork. They describe their cows as “mobile microbe tanks.”

Here are four practices of regenerative agriculture: • Use of cover crops • Use of perennials and trees • No tilling (John Deere makes a ‘no till’ drill) • Composting and mob grazing (having many animals in a small area for short periods of time) Where do you fit in the picture? You can further regenerative agriculture with some actions: 1. Collect food waste. We collect table scraps in a container in our sink. When we empty

it, we either feed the worms in our worm bin or put it in our green waste container.

2. Choose regenerative foods so more farmers will grow them. Eat meat from pasture-raised animals.

3. Explore community garden options and certainly support our amazing Ecology Center, which is a leader in RA. As your awareness grows, increased evidence of RA influence will be everywhere. For example, I just got a text from Patagonia that links to farmtocrag.org.

Here’s its mission statement: “Whether traveling to your local crag or a far-flung climbing area, seeking out locally grown food provides better fuel for your adventure and helps sustain the passionate growers and communities that support our favorite pastime. It’s a joyful way to make positive environmental change. You are what you eat. But did you also know that our soils are only as good as the foods they support—our earth only as healthy as the soil it cultivates?”

Aren’t we all the stewards of this beautiful planet? Let’s not limit our love to just Earth Day, but be conscious of all we

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can do to make a difference every day!

On a bright note, in one of the climate-action bills just signed by Gov. Newsom, California is committing $1.1 billion over two years to support sustainable agriculture and create a resilient and equitable food system. These efforts include investments to promote healthy soil management, support for livestock methane reduction efforts, funding for the replacement of agricultural equipment to reduce emissions and technical assistance, and incentives for the development of farm conservation management plans.

Chris Kramer is a longtime resident of San Juan Capistrano and a member of the South Orange County chapter of Citizens’ Climate Lobby/Education.

She and her husband, Larry, have moved 26 times in their married life, including to India (Andhra Pradesh) and Africa (Ghana). She has a MLIS from University of Hawaii and a BA from University of Michigan (Go Blue). DP PLEASE NOTE: In an effort to provide our readers with a wide variety of opinions from our community, the DP 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 DP Times or Picket Fence Media. If you would like to respond to this column, please email us at editorial@danapointtimes.com.

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MONEY MATTERS

MANAGE YOUR MONEY SAFELY AND WISELY

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n the new world we live in during the COVID-19 pandemic, looking after your finances is more important than ever. That’s why we bring you this “Money Matters” section. Fiscal experts will help give you pointers so you can navigate these precarious economic times with some peace of mind and security. Cutting back on unnecessary spending and investing in safe stocks is always sound advice.

While the economy shows some signs of improvement and reasons for optimism, concerns still linger. People have resigned from their jobs in record numbers, and the service industry is struggling in the midst of the health crisis. Now is the time to pay close attention to your bank account and start planning for your monetary future. We hope the advice on the following pages enables you to have a rainy-day fund to handle emergency expenses, take care of yourself and your family, and live the life you’ve envisioned.

MONEY MATTERS ADVERTORIAL | BY WILLIAM LEBER, AMERICAN ADVISORS GROUP

USE YOUR HOME TO RETIRE BETTER Reverse mortgage loans offer many ways to accommodate your lifestyle depending on your circumstances.

Increasingly, they are playing an essential role in comprehensive retirement and financial planning.

To learn more about how a reverse mortgage loan may be able to help you retire better, I offer a free, no-obligation consultation, either in person or over the phone. I will go over comparable sales in the area to get an approximate value of your home, look at different reverse mortgage products to see if any fit your needs, explain how a reverse mortgage works for your unique situation, and illustrate how the overall process works. Again, all at no cost to you. I welcome any close financial advisors and/or family members who would like to be involved in helping you make an informed decision.

If you have all the information and knowledge about reverse mortgage loans, it is much easier to see if one is the right fit for you.

portant part of my job is for me to get you the information you need to make an informed decision.

Community Involvement: Laguna Niguel Senior Citizens Committee, past co-chair; Laguna Nigel Rotary, past president; Laguna Niguel Chamber of Commerce, Board of Directors; Laguna Niguel Historical Society, member; Laguna Niguel Traffic and Transportation Commissioner, past co-chair; Laguna Niguel American Legion Post 281, past and founding commander; Laguna Niguel American Legion Riders, Chapter 281, past president; Laguna Niguel Military Support Committee, past member; and El Niguel Terrace HOA, past president.

Contact me and I will send you a booklet free of charge: “Use Your Home to Stay at Home,” the official reverse mortgage consumer booklet approved by the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development, National Council on Aging (NCOA).

“Nobody benefits from an unhappy client.”

Local Knowledge: It reminds me of the lesson of sailing into an unknown port. Having someone with “local knowledge” to give you information as you come ashore and learn the lay of the land is extremely important. I’m local to the area for over 60 years and very involved in the community. I have lived in Orange County all 67 years of my life (except three years away in the Army) and over the last 35 years in Laguna Niguel. I love my community and serve where I can. I’m married to Jessie, we have three grown children, and a new granddaughter.

Product Knowledge: I have more than 40 years of retail finance, including over 15 years of experience doing only reverse mortgages. I feel the most im-

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William (Bill) Leber, NMLS ID: 319724 Reverse Mortgage Professional (949) 370-3638 Email: WLeber@aag.com Website: aag.expert/BillLeber

American Advisors Group, NMLS ID: 9392, is headquartered at 18200 Von Karman, Suite 300, Irvine CA 92612.

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MONEY MATTERS ADVERTORIAL | BY TRITON AIR

HEATING AND AIR: HOW TO LOWER YOUR ENERGY BILL WHILE HELPING THE PLANET Brian and Janet moved to San Clemente 19 years ago, ready to enjoy their retirement by the beach. In the past few years they noticed a significant increase in their energy bills, and whenever their AC unit would run, the lights in their home would flicker and shake.

They decided to replace their heating and air conditioning system this summer, and have already noticed a remarkable improvement.

“It doesn’t use as much energy, it is so quiet we can’t even tell it is on, we love that we can control it with our Amazon Alexa or smartphone, and as an added bonus, our lights no longer flicker and shake anymore!” said Brian.

“It saves us money, and is friendlier to our planet!”

Brian and Janet are not alone. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, replacing your heating and air conditioning system can save up to 40% on your energy bill. New proven motor technology reduces the amount of electricity used up to 70%, and today’s heat pumps are solar-friendly and emission- and Dana Point Times October 22-28, 2021

fossil fuel-free. This is especially relevant as not only is the cost of gas increasing, but penalties and taxes are being added to fossil fuels - and it is likely only to get more expensive. New systems are designed for lower operating sound levels, and Triton Air technicians use special installation techniques and accessories that further reduce operating sound both inside and outside the home and at your air vents. Additional current rebates offered through your local utility company or dealer, tax credits on qualified systems, and worry-free standard 10-year warranties are beneficial as well.

Another way to reduce costs is with regular proactive maintenance performed by a licensed technician. Just like your car, heating and air conditioning systems need regular attention and maintenance. Cost savings include lengthening the life of your current system, reducing the amount of energy it uses and looking over critical components such as your ductwork. Your ductwork is one-third of Page 15

the equation in energy savings. We often find an average of 30% of the cold/warm air generated is leaking into areas like your attic instead of going into your home. This greatly wastes money and energy until the leaks are addressed, not to mention concerns of unhealthy air getting into your home.

What to look for? When you are looking for a new HVAC system, it is recommended to have your current home setup evaluated by a background-checked, licensed HVAC technician who is aligned with a local, highly rated, reputable company. They will assess the best solutions for your home, its configuration and your family’s needs, and then provide you options available.

Call Triton Air today for a free estimate on replacing your system or schedule your proactive maintenance today! Ask for LuAnn at 949.339.2896 Brian & Janet Shannon love their quiet, emissionfree, energy-efficient system. danapointtimes.com

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LIVE MUSIC AT SWALLOW’S INN 8 p.m. Come enjoy a drink and enjoy some live music at this famous downtown bar. DJ James will perform at the outside parking lot at 8 p.m., and Brad Johnson will perform inside at 9 p.m.

Swallow’s Inn, 31786 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano. 949.493.3188. swallowsinn.com.

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WALK TO END ALZHEIMER’S 8 a.m.-noon. The Orange County chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association will host this 2-mile walk starting from the Outlets at San Clemente. Registration will open at 8 a.m. and will be followed by an opening ceremony at 9 a.m. Safety protocols will be implemented, including physical distancing, masks (where required), contactless registration, hand sanitizing stations and more. For more information, contact Sindy Thomas at 949.426.8544 or ocwalks@alz.org. 101 W. Avenida Vista Hermosa, San Clemente. act.alz.org.

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FRIDAY | 22 SOUTH COAST FARMS U PICK WEEKENDS 9 a.m.-4 p.m. South Coast Farms, a small family-owned business that farms off Ortega Highway at Tree of Life Nursery, will host U Pick events on the weekends (Fridays-Sundays) in October. All the crops grown are now open to the public to pick their own fruits and vegetables, without reservations needed. In October, visitors can pick strawberries, watermelons and cantaloupe; spaghetti, acorn, delicata and butternut winter squashes; zucchini squash, romaine lettuce, red leaf lettuce, radishes, turnips, and, soon, carrots and green beans. South Coast Farms encourages people to come out and pick their own food and enjoy an old-fashioned day of fall harvest. Tree of Life Nursery, 33201 Ortega Highway, San Juan Capistrano.

949.661.9381. southcoastfarms.com.

‘THE FUTURE IS FEMALE COMEDY SHOW’ 8 p.m. Looking for some laughs to get you out of the pandemic funk? Enjoy a night of laughter and libations at a Knuckleheads, where Mary Becquet hosts “The Future is Female Comedy Show.” See the most talented comedians you never knew existed from L.A., Orange County and Las Vegas. This free, star-studded show has one of the most diverse comedy lineups.

This week’s show will be headlined by Kim Clevenger. Knuckleheads Sports Bar, 1717 North El Camino Real, San Clemente.

949.492.2410. knuckleheadsmusic.com.

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SATURDAY | 23 HALLOWEEN SPOOKTACULAR & TRUNK OR TREAT 2-8 p.m. The City of Dana Point Recreation Division is teaming up with Dana Point Police Services for two great family events on one day. Indoor activities include a Haunted House maze, games, crafts, cookie decorating, entertainment, a costume parade and treats for children. Dana Point Police Services will be holding their Trunk or Treat in the parking lot area. Come meet the bloodhounds, bomb squad, K-9 Unit, mounted patrol, and the staff that keep Dana Point safe. At 6:30 p.m., there will be a Halloween movie showing on the ballfield with free hot chocolate and popcorn and candy.

Refreshments available to purchase throughout the event from Tacos4Troops Food Truck and Kona Ice. For more information, call City of Dana Point Recreation Division at 949.248.3536. Dana Point Community Center, 34052 Del Obispo Street, Dana Point.

LIVE MUSIC AT STILLWATER 5 p.m. Enjoy live music performed

by Radio Rebels. StillWater Spirits & Sounds, 24701 Del Prado, Dana Point.

949.661.6003. danapointstillwater.com.

LIVE MUSIC AT THE POINT 5 p.m. Enjoy live music performed by The Pollen Collective. The Point Restaurant & Bar, Blue Lantern Plaza, 34085 Pacific Coast Highway, Dana Point. 949.464.5700. thepointrestaurantandbar.com/events.

SATURDAY | 23 ONLINE TOUR OF MISSION SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO 3 p.m. Mission San Juan Capistrano is offering online guided tours of its historic grounds every Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Learn about the history and see the charming grounds and gardens of this South Orange County landmark.

Cost is $45 for up to four devices, and the Zoom tour lasts up to an hour. Reservations must be made at least 72 hours in advance. Check the Mission website for exact hours. 949.234.1300. missionsjc.com.

SPOOKY SAN CLEMENTE 4-7 p.m. The city of San Clemente invites all of the mysterious mummies, goofy goblins, vibrant vampires, and the whole ghoulish family to “Spooky San Clemente.” The evening will include tricks and treats, carnival games, a corn maze, a mystical magic show, costume contest, pumpkin patch, and a free showing of The Addams Family on the lawn of the San Clemente Community Center. 100 N. Calle Seville. Avoid the ticket lines and purchase pre-sale wristbands from the city for only $5. san-clemente.org.

LIVE THEATER AT CAMINO REAL PLAYHOUSE 7:30 p.m. Camino Real Playhouse is fully open again for a regular performance season, after being shut down throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. Friday night is another performance of The Long Weekend, a comedy that promises to have a lot of mischievous turns and laughs.

The show runs through Oct. 31. Current health guidelines will be in place. All staff members and actors are fully vaccinated. Camino Real Playhouse, 31776 El Camino Real, San Juan Capistrano.

949.489.8082. caminorealplayhouse.org.

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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.

NATIONAL PRESCRIPTON TAKE BACK DAY 10 a.m.-2 p.m. The Orange County Sheriff’s Department will host a prescription collection location at San Clemente City Hall. OCSD will collect unwanted and expired prescription medication—free and anonymously. Sharp objects, marijuana, liquids, and press canisters will not be accepted. 910 Calle Negocio, San Clemente.

714.647.4133.

LOW-COST PET VACCINE CLINIC 1-2:30 p.m. Pets Plus San Clemente offers low-cost vaccinations for all dogs and cats every month. All veterinary services are provided by Vet Care Vaccination Services, Inc. Vaccination packages, microchips, physical exams, prescription flea control, fecal exams, and diagnostic testing available on-site. 415 Avenida Pico, San Clemente. 1.800.988.8387. vetcarepetclinic.com.

SATURDAY NIGHT BINGO LIVE 3:15 p.m. Sponsored by MemorialCare Medical Group, this Bingo event will be an evening of fun for everyone 18 and danapointtimes.com

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older, as participants will compete for $100 in cash prizes. There will also be a 50/50 opportunity drawing and silent auction. The $45 admission per person includes dinner, four cards for each game and two drink tickets. The first game begins at 4 p.m., which will be followed by dinner at 5:15 p.m. The game will resume at 6:30 p.m. For more information and to purchase tickets, call 949.498.3322. Dorothy Visser Senior Center, 117 Avenida Victoria, San Clemente.

LIVE MUSIC AT TREVOR’S 7 p.m. Eat some food, grab a drink and unwind while listening to live music at Trevor’s at the Tracks. Helena Holleran & the Boys will perform. Trevor’s at the Tracks, 26701 Verdugo Street, San Juan Capistrano. 949.493.9593. trevorsatthetracks.com.

LIVE MUSIC AT STILLWATER 5 p.m. Enjoy live music performed by Funk Station, an old-school funk, soul and R&B band. StillWater Spirits & Sounds, 24701 Del Prado, Dana Point.

949.661.6003. danapointstillwater.com.

SUNDAY | 24 KOI FISH FEEDING AT THE MISSION 12:45 p.m. Enjoy an outdoor afternoon at the Mission San Juan Capistrano fountain while feeding koi fish. The event is fun for kids and families. Mission San Juan Capistrano, 26801 Ortega Highway, San Juan Capistrano. 949.234-1300. missionsjc.com.

MONDAY | 25 PUMPKIN PATCH AT ZOOMARS 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Get into the Halloween spirit by picking up a pumpkin at Zoomars at River Street Ranch. Sizes and prices vary. Pumpkins will be available all October. Zoomars at River Street Ranch, 31791 Los Rios Street, San Juan Capistrano. 949.831.6550. riverstreetranch.com.

WEDNESDAY | 27 TRIVIA NIGHT AT THE BREWHOUSE 6:30-8:30 p.m. The BrewHouse hosts a trivia night every Wednesday. Test your knowledge with friends, or show up solo and join a team. The BrewHouse, 31896 Plaza Drive, Suite D3, San Juan Capistrano. 949.481.6181. brewhousesjc.com.

BACKYARD OPEN MIC NIGHT AT KNUCKLEHEADS 8-10 p.m. Knuckleheads’ backyard is open 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 Dana Point Times October 22-28, 2021

AT THE MOVIES

Plenty for Bond Fans in ‘No Time to Die’

BY MEGAN BIANCO

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ames Bond has one of the most heavily inconsistent histories of any movie franchise since its origin.

Martin Campbell’s Casino Royale (2006) debuted with much acclaim and was a favored hit before the franchise slumped a little in Marc Forster’s Quantum of Solace (2008). It regained praise with Sam Mendes’ Skyfall (2012), but again underperformed, quality-wise, in Mendes’ Spectre (2015).

Now, with a new director, new screenwriters and new cast members for Cary Fukunaga’s No Time to Die, does Daniel Craig’s reportedly final stint as Bond end on a high note?

While on vacation with a new lady love, Madeleine Swann (Léa Seydoux), in southern Italy, Bond (Craig) experiences an assassination attempt and discovers Madeleine has secret ties to a wanted criminal mastermind.

Feeling betrayed and disillusioned,

Bond quits everything and chooses to live off the grid in Jamaica for five years.

But then a visit from an old friend and colleague, Felix Leiter (Jeffrey Wright), convinces Bond to get back in the game one more time to track down an old nemesis: Dr. Blofeld (Christoph Waltz).

If you can accept the usual impractical action sequences, cheesy puns and one-liners, and cliché villain tropes— which I’m sure avid 007 fans have at this point—No Time to Die is decent viewing.

Probably the biggest improvement is Seydoux’s Madeleine, whose backstory and development are much more fleshed out than previously in Spectre. This might be partly due to the recruitment of Phoebe Waller-Bridge of BBC’s Fleabag (2016-19) to help with the movie’s script along with Fukunaga, Neal Purvis and Robert Wade.

No Time to Die appropriately ends with a bang as Craig’s farewell, and makes us wonder what’s in store for the next generation of 007 films. DP

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.

convenient time to experience some scares leading into Halloween. General admission is $15. Los Rios Street, San Juan Capistrano. 949.493.8444. sjcghosttour.com.

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LITTLE FOLK CLUB: HALLOWEEN EDITION 3-5 p.m. Dana Point Harbor will host a special Halloween edition of Little Folk Club in the Clock Courtyard. Wear your costume and join in on the fun with your little one to make music with their favorite instrument from home. Little Folk Club is free to the public, but signups are encouraged at eventbrite.com. Little Folk Club is a free event started by Victoria Bailey in 2016 to introduce children and families in her community to her love of traditional folk music and instruments.

Clock Courtyard in Dana Point Harbor, 34521 Golden Lantern Street, Dana Point, 92629.

3RD ANNUAL HAVEN DANA POINT HARBOR HOOT 8 a.m. The 3rd annual Haven Dana Point Harbor Hoot presented by Infinity SUP is a paddling event for all ages and abilities.

This event is hosted by Performance Paddling, with a mission to advocate water safety, education, training and recreation within the Dana Point Harbor.

Costs are $30, which includes entry into all three events, T-shirt, lunch and goodie bag; $20 for youth under 18. The 3K Channel Scoot is a quick 3-kilometer loop into the channel and back. The perfect distance for first-timers and longtime paddlers. Harbor Hustle is an M-shaped sprint course covering approximately 300 meters that will feature a beach start and finish. Event will be conducted in heats of 10-15, with top paddlers from each heat advancing to a final. The Baby Beach Bolt Team Relay is a short, 250-meter course that each person in a 4-person relay will complete. Team

names are a must. Uniforms or costumes are recommended. Each team must have at least one female, one person older than 40, and one person under 18. You may have a team of all females (no other requirements). You may have a team of all 40+ (no other requirements). You may have a team of all under 18 (no other requirements).

Visit danapointharborhoot.com to register or for additional information.

Performance Paddling, 34451 Ensenada Place, Dana Point.

GHOST & LEGENDS TOUR 6:30-8:30 p.m. A local Halloween tradition fully returns this year, as the San Juan Capistrano Historical Society presents eerie historical tales at various stops in the Los Rios Historic District. Pick a

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DIA DE LOS MUERTOS 10 a.m.-3 p.m. The Blas Aguilar Adobe Museum Foundation will host its first annual Dia de Los Muertos event to celebrate the area’s ancestors. Crafts, demonstrations, entertainment, and more are scheduled. Blas Aguilar Adobe Museum, 31806 El Camino Real. 949.493.1239.

MISSION BELL RINGER II 1 p.m. Capistrano Boxing Gym presents another local fight card. Come watch some boxing competition during this USA Boxing-sanctioned event. Presale tickets are $20 and end at 8 p.m. on Oct. 29. Tickets at the door are $25. Parking is $10. Reata Park and Event Center, 28632 Ortega Highway, San Juan Capistrano.

949.276.7776. capistranoboxinggym.com. danapointtimes.com

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DANA POINT ARTIST CREATES CUSTOM WATER COLOR-INSPIRED PORTRAITS OF PETS

ADOPTABLE PET OF THE WEEK

Bella

BY LILLIAN BOYD, DANA POINT TIMES

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s a pet owner, Tiffany Dnaka knows about the special bond between a dog and human.

When her friend lost his furry companion, Dnaka wanted to find a way to memorialize the beloved dog.

“I tried searching for custom art on Etsy, and I realized I could use my own creative skills to illustrate his pet in a memorable way,” Dnaka said. “I did a digital watercolor rendering and became hooked.”

It was also around the time Dnaka had lost her 17-year-old Chihuahua, Moxey— so the gift and act of artistic expression came from empathy.

Using Adobe products, original photos of pets, as well as her own personal touches, Dnaka now creates custom pet portraits through her Etsy business and sets up vendor stands where she can, including the Dana Point Farmers Market.

In August, after moving to Dana Point for a new job, Dnaka received tough news.

After graduating with a master’s degree and working in her field for two years advocating for college students with special needs, her employer let her go. Now Dnaka is fully embracing the circumstances to take on her passion full-time.

“I want my art to reflect the love shared between a pet and their owner,” Dnaka said. “The first time I met Moxey was on a Father’s Day after my grandpa brought him home. I know firsthand what a dog can bring to your life. It’s special. It’s indescribable.”

Seventeen years later, Moxey passed away on Father’s Day after serving as Dnaka’s companion from elementary school to graduate school.

“It was a strange coincidence, like his life came full circle. I looked at it like Moxey was joining my grandpa in heaven. It was time for both of them to be together again,” Dnaka said. “My grandpa was a big supporter of my artwork.

Losing both of them was difficult, but in following my passion, I feel like I’m honoring them.”

Dnaka is now focused on using her medium to serve and expand local clientele and potentially partner with animal-oriented nonprofits. She’s also adopted a 2-year-old rescue dog named Finn, a Miniature Pinscher-Chihuahua-terrier mix. DP TIFFANY DNAKA etsy.com/shop/tiffanydnaka Instagram: @tiffany_dnaka_ Dana Point Times October 22-28, 2021

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Tiffany Dnaka holds her rescue mix Finn with her pet portraits, including one she created of Finn and her late dog Moxey. Photo: Courtesy of Tiffany Dnaka

Bella is a 7-year-old sweetheart with lots of love to give. Don’t let her age fool you. Like most Huskies, Bella can be quite energetic. She is affectionate and would make a great family dog for someone with an active lifestyle.

If you are interested in adopting Bella, please visit petprojectfoundation.org/ adoptions/adoptadog to download an adoption application form. Completed forms can be emailed to animalservices@scdpanimalshelter.org, and you will be contacted about making an interaction appointment.

Sudoku

BY MYLES MELLOR

LAST WEEK’S SOLUTION:

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

Photo: OC Public Library

FROM THE ARCHIVES This photograph shows

M.E. Harlow (middle left) and two unidentified men at Harlow’s Gas Station in Capistrano Beach in the 1940s.

Every week, Dana Point Times will showcase a historical photo from around the city. If you have a photo you would like to submit for consideration, send the photo, your name for credit, as well as the date and location of the photo to lboyd@picketfencemedia.com.

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DOLPHIN REPORT

BY ZACH CAVANAGH, DANA POINT TIMES

For in-game updates, news and more for all the Dana Hills High School sports programs, follow us on Facebook and Twitter @SouthOCSports

Football Drops League Opener, Hosts Homecoming Friday For the first time in five weeks, the Dana Hills football team was met with a true test in its Pacific Hills League opener against Irvine on Friday, Oct. 15.

Sure, Northwood gave the Dolphins some pushback the prior week in a 56-30 Dana Hills win, but since winning a final-minute, barn burner over Aliso Niguel, 29-28, on Sept. 10, Dana Hills had outscored its four Pacific Valley League opponents by 139 points. In fact, the entire Pacific Hills League had beaten up on Pacific Valley opponents in the previous weeks for a 16-0 record and a nearly 30-point average margin of victory.

Undefeated Irvine had been flying particularly high with four straight shutouts by a combined score of 164-0.

Irvine had only allowed 30 points all season heading into the Pacific Hills League opener.

It was Irvine’s first true challenge of the season and a chance at revenge for Dana Hills after a last-second loss in the spring, but by the end of Friday night, the Vaqueros bested the Dolphins to prove they are very much for real.

Irvine senior running back Cameron Goods ran for 261 yards and three touchdowns on 31 carries, and the Vaqueros pulled away in the third quarter to beat Dana Hills, 47-28, at Dana Hills High School.

Irvine (8-0, 1-0) is off to its best start since 2000, when the Vaqueros went on an undefeated run to a CIF-SS championship. The Vaqueros play at Portola (71, 0-1) for the Irvine city championship Fence Post Trophy on Friday, Oct. 22.

Dana Hills (6-2, 0-1) is looking to make the playoffs for the first time since 2013 and win more than six games for the first time since 2009, the last year the Dolphins won a playoff game. Dana Hills hosts Laguna Hills (7-1, 1-0) for Homecoming on Friday, Oct. 22. Find coverage of this game Friday night on Twitter @SouthOCSports and at danapointtimes.com.

Laguna Hills beat Portola, 10-0, in those teams’ league opener last Friday.

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Dana Hills football lost its Pacific Hills League opener to a hard-running Irvine, 47-28. The Dolphins look to win more than six games for the first time since 2009 against Laguna Hills on Friday, Oct. 22. Photo: Alan Gibby/Zone57

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The last two contests between the Dolphins and Hawks have been thrillers. Last season, Dana Hills put up a game-ending, goal-line stand to win at Laguna Hills, 32-28. In 2019 at Dana Hills, the Hawks beat the Dolphins on a two-point conversion in overtime, 28-27.

This past spring, Dana Hills and Laguna Hills split the inaugural Pacific Hills League title three ways with Portola. The Dolphins had hopes of playing for the first outright league title in school history, but Irvine likely holds the destiny of the league in its own hands.

Make no mistake, Dana Hills opened last Friday’s game by doing what it’s done all season with an early quickstrike touchdown. On the first play of the game, senior quarterback Bo Kelly hit senior receiver Owen Chambers on an 80-yard catch-and-run touchdown for a 6-0 lead just 12 seconds in.

Kelly completed 18 of 26 passes for 411 yards and four touchdowns, with two interceptions. Chambers caught all four touchdown passes among his six receptions for a total of 223 yards.

Senior tight end James Alleman had five catches for 123 yards.

However, Dana Hills’ one major deficiency this season has been its run defense, and Irvine took advantage.

The Vaqueros took the lead on a touchdown pass and two-point conversion, 8-6, and eventually led, 21-6, on touchdown runs.

Kelly found Chambers on a 77-yard touchdown pass to stay close going into halftime, 24-14.

However, Irvine continued to pound the rock for 19 consecutive points, including two touchdown runs by Goods and a safety from its defense. As a team, the Vaqueros ran for 316 yards.

Dawson Wins County Cross Country Title In only his third race of the season, Dana Hills senior Jai Dawson finally reclaimed the Orange County Championships crown for a Dolphin runner.

Dawson outpaced the competition with a run of 15:07 to win the Orange County Championships sweepstakes race on Saturday, Oct. 16, at Oak Canyon Park in Silverado.

Dawson was the first Dana Hills runner to win the county title since Jack Landgraf won as a junior in 2016.

Dawson beat Aliso Niguel’s Brennan Foody by seven seconds and Servite’s Jared Steins by a full 10 seconds.

Despite Dawson’s first-place finish, the Dolphins finished fourth overall in the team standings at 116 points.

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San Clemente finished in first with 50 points, Capistrano Valley was second with 93, and Aliso Niguel was third with 94.

After Dawson, junior Jack Jones was the next Dolphin across the line in 19th at 16:03, and senior Nathan Scheer was nearby at 16:04 in 21st.

Junior Noonan Evan finished 39th at 16:30, and junior Michael Mooney finished 48th at 16:49.

In the girls sweepstakes, Dana Hills junior Allura Markow finished third at 17:55, and the Dolphins finished third as a team, with 65 points. Canyon edged out JSerra for the team title, 35-36, and Laguna Hills freshman Holly Barker won the individual crown at 17:14.

Sophomore Paige Scheer and freshman Annie Ivarsson finished in 11th and 12th, respectively, crossing the finish line at exactly the same time, 18:43.3. Sophomore Tessa Anderson finished in 19th at 19:08, and sophomore Cooper Murphy was the final scoring runner in 33rd at 19:49. Junior Angie Lopez and sophomore Quinci Lott finished right behind Murphy in 34th and 35th.

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interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

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A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 11/17/21 at 10:30AM in Dept.

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20216616600 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: STEVE SANDBORG ART STUDIO 24666 MORNING STAR LANE DANA POINT, CA 92629 Full Name of Registrant(s): THE SANDBORG GROUP, INC 24666 MORNING STAR LANE DANA POINT, CA 92629 This business is conducted by a CA Corporation.

The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: N/A THE SANDBORG GROUP, INC/S/STEVEN SANDBORG/STEVEN SANDBORG, PRESIDENT This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Orange County on 09/27/2021.

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ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 21FL000288

Notice in Probate Cases (1) If you plan to appear, you must attend the hearing by video remote using the court’s designated video platform; (2) Go to the Court’s website at http://www.occourts.org/media-relations/ probate-mental-health.html to appear for probate hearings and for remote hearing instructions; (3) If you have difficulty connecting to your remote hearing, call 657-622-8278 for assistance.

TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1) Petitioner: Donald R. Fann, Jr and Christina Fann on behalf of Emma Avery Fann, a minor, filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name a. Emma Avery Fann Proposed Name a. Emma Clara Fann THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court of the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objective is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING Date: 12/03/2021 Time: 11:00 a.m. Dept. L72 Room: REMOTE. The address of the court is Lamoreaux Justice Center, 341 The City Drive South, Orange, CA 92868-3205. For remote hearing instructions, go to the Court’s website at www.occourts.org; click on the “COVID-19” button; click on the “Civil” button; click on the “Remote Hearing Instructions” button.

A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Dana Point Times, Oct 15, 22, 29, Nov 5, 2021 Date: June 11, 2021 JUDGE Lee L. Gabriel, Judge of the Superior Court

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20216616913 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: OHANA CARE 24352 AUGUSTIN STREET MISSION VIEJO, CA 92691 Full Name of Registrant(s): OHANA CARE 24352 AUGUSTIN STREET MISSION VIEJO, CA 92691 This business is conducted by a CA Corporation.

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Tom Morey: 1935-2021 Saying Goodbye to One of the Most Influential Surfers Ever to Set Their Eyes on the Horizon

BY JAKE HOWARD, DANA POINT TIMES

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t’s not a stretch to say that in his 86 years on this planet, Tom Morey was responsible for turning more people onto the ocean than anyone who’s dared to call themselves a surfer.

Famously the inventor of the Boogie Board, Morey’s contributions to the sport, pastime and culture of wave-riding run deep. After a long period of waning health, he died peacefully on Thursday, Oct. 14.

Born in Detroit, Michigan, in 1935, Morey’s family landed in Laguna Beach toward the end of World War II. By 12 years old, he was riding surf mats and borrowed boards. Thankfully, the surfing bug bit Morey hard.

After receiving a bachelor’s degree in mathematics from USC, he took a job as an engineer at Douglas Aircraft Company in 1958. But by ’64, he quit the straight life and started Tom Morey Surfboards. A year later, he teamed up with San Diego shaper Karl Pope to form Morey-Pope Surfboards.

This eventually led to the Tom Morey Noseriding Contest, held in Ventura over the Fourth of July weekend in 1965. The first contest to offer prize money, it was won by Micky Muñoz, who beat Mike

On the Shoulders of Giants: John Clark (left), co-owner of the San Clemente-based Tandem Boogie boards, shares a moment with the inventor of the Boogie Board himself, Tom Morey (right), during Ocean Festival 2019. Morey died at the age of 86 on Oct. 14. Photo: Courtesy of San Clemente Ocean Festival

Hynson and Skip Frye to earn the $750 first-place check. The following year, the event was renamed the United States Professional Surfing Championships, and pro surfing was off to the races.

But always more of a creative thinker, Morey’s aha moment came on an ordinary day at Doheny in 1969. After watching a kid ride waves on a homemade, 4-foot board, the seed for what was to become the Boogie Board was planted.

“There was something like it at the time. This kid had something unique. I

GROM OF THE WEEK

RUBY STRINGFELLOW

BY JAKE HOWARD, DANA POINT TIMES

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ast week saw a flurry of activity among the groms, as the NSSA and WSA were both in action. And thanks to a dome of high pressure, the weather was spectacular and the surf flawless.

Battling through it all was Ladera Ranch’s Ruby Stringfellow. On Sunday, she dawn-patrolled the day, winning her WSA final in San Diego in the morning before beelining it to the Oceanside Pier in time to take out the Girls’ Mini Grom division of the NSSA’s Southwest Division competition.

The 10-year-old goofy-footer notes that her

went up to him and said, ‘That’s a neat idea, but your shape’s all wrong,’” Morey later recalled.

After growing somewhat disenchanted with life on the mainland, Morey moved to Hawaii to surf, play music and invent.

It was on July 9, 1971, when Morey took an electric carving knife to a block of closed-cell polyethylene packing foam.

“There was no turning back at that point. Plus, I found that I could shape the foam using iron if I put a sheet of the Honolulu Advertiser down on it first,”

favorite surfers are John John Florence and Carissa Moore, which makes sense, considering both are past NSSA National Champs, as well as WSL World Champs—and both surfers are from Hawaii.

Ruby and her family recently moved to the area from Maui, in part to be closer to the competitive surf action around here. Clearly, she’s taking tremendous advantage of the local waters and is already enjoying some much-deserved success.

And wise beyond her years, Ruby tells the NSSA that seminal hip-hop group Run DMC is at the top of her playlist. After all, she can certainly rock it like this and she can rock it like that.

Congrats to Ruby and all the local groms who gave it their all in the NSSA and WSA events.

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Morey recalled.

After spending a day “shaping” this new craft, he was left with a 23-inchwide, 4-foot, 6-inch plank with a square tail, a slightly rounded nose, and a sharp trailing edge. It weighed just over three pounds. Morey gave it a test at a spot called Honels on the Big Island.

“I could actually feel the wave through the board. On a surfboard, you’re not feeling the nuance of the wave, but with my creation, I could feel everything,” Morey said. “I was thinking, ‘It turns, it’s durable, it can be made cheaply, it’s lightweight, it’s sage. God, this could be a really big thing.’”

His instincts were correct. By year’s end, Morey had signed a deal with Larry Smith of G&S Surfboards. All they needed was a name.

Originally, they were going to call it the S.N.A.K.E., which stood for Side, Navel, Arm, Knee, Elbow, but quickly shifted to Morey Boogie. And because Morey was 37 years old at the time, he sold the board for $37.

Since then, the Boogie Board—or bodyboard as it’s more generally referred to these days—has allowed untold millions of people to experience the joys of riding waves. In 1999, Surfer magazine named Morey one of the 25 most influential surfers of all time.

A true legend of the sport and culture of surfing, Tom Morey may have exited our physical world, but his contributions to the high art of wave riding will continue to reverberate across the surfing universe for generations to come.

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 Picket Fence Media, 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 Water Temperature: 61-63 Degrees F Water Visibility and Conditions: 8-10 Outlook: Fading swell on Friday for waiststomach-chest high waves, (2-3-4’). Light/ variable winds Friday morning, followed by light+ onshores for the afternoon. Fresh Northwest swell fills in on Saturday, with chest to head high surf, (3-5’), then waves ease to waist-chest high, (3-4’) by Sunday.

Light+ to periodically moderate southwest winds most of Saturday through Sunday morning, then light+/moderate westerly winds by Sunday afternoon.

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