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houses, vendors and food and much more, both days. A murder mystery tour scavenger hunt is planned on Saturday. The clues will be in next week's

Courier. On Saturday, enjoy a costume contest, pet costume contest, and a pumpkin pie eating contest that starts at 2:30 p.m. Saturday night at 7 p.m. have an amazing escape room experience, that is very interactive and involves teamwork. Also on Saturday, don't miss the lawnmower races, at the rodeo grounds. There is an entry fee for this event, but it is See Festival, page 12

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Alicia Embry, USFS Courier On the forest

Friday high 63° Cloudy, breezy Friday low 39° Mainly clear Saturday high 76° Mostly sunny Saturday low 45° Clear Sunday high 82° Plenty of sun Sunday low 50° Clear

Pastor Richey warns against rigid discipline.

moving from Whitney Road to their new 5,500-square-foot administrative/visitors center building and 2,700 square feet of warehouse space on Kernville Road.

District's administrative and visitor center closing during move

The Sequoia National Forest, Kernville Office on Whitney Road closed Friday, Oct. 13 and reopens Monday, Oct. 30 in the new office on Kernville Road. The Lake Isabella Visitor Information Services office on Ponderosa Drive will close Friday, October 27 and reopen at a temporary location on Lake Isabella Blvd, next spring. According to Acting

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The Lion Fire is currently 19,050 acres and 75 percent contained. The fire continues to hold in the south and west containment lines with fire growth moving east toward the Kern River. The fire's growth is to the east in an area with no previous fire scar to slow down its progression. The fire remains active, with the west wind pushing the fire across Hockett Trail (33E01) to the Kern River. If the fire crossed the Kern River, the fire behavior and smoke production will increase, declining air quality. A temporary area

Ranger District office on the move

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Sterling Luker, age 3, of Kernville carves out his best face on his pumpkin. Pumpkin carving, flok music and pumpkin ale was flowing for the Kern River Brewing Co.’s Anual Pumpkin Carving event n Kernville last Sunday.

Get ready for next weekend's fifth annual Kernville Fall Festival at Riverside Park, Saturday October 28 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday October 29 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission is free! The Festival features live music, farmer's market, a petting farm, old west gunfighters, bounce

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October 20 is International Sloth Day, a day to honor the adorable slowmoving, tree-dwelling, and leaf-eating mammals. International Sloth Day was created in 2010 by the AIUNAU Foundation, a nonprofit conservation and wildlife organization based in Colombia. The unofficial holiday raises awareness about the life cycle and natural habitat of the Sloth. The day also calls on people to learn more about these native South and Central American animals. These extremely slow-moving animals, whose name is synonymous with one of seven deadly sins in Christian philosophy, tend to spend their entire lives hanging from limbs of trees. They have two layers of fur, which harbors a variety of symbiotic algae, fungi, beetles and other insects. The algae on the sloth's fur give it its characteristic green color and helps the sloth camouflage itself in thick vegetation. Recent studies have shown that the algae and fungi in the sloth fur may help fight many human diseases, including cancer. To celebrate, learn more about the habitat, physiology and habits of the sloth; if

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Bodfish Bob gets into fall pumpkin recipes.

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water data: Wednesday, 3 p.m. Isabella Reservoir Storage 189,183 acre-feet Upper Kern Inflow 246 cfs* Lower Kern Outflow 1,057 cfs Borel Canal Outflow 0 cfs (stopped) U.S. Army Corps of Engineers cfs=cubic feet per second 1 cu.ft. = 7.48 U.S. gallons 1 ac.ft.= 325,851 U.S. gal.

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October 21, 2017 at Rivernook Campground

Bands: Lonely Avenue • Stoneflys • Weed Patch Carnival • The Usual Haunts • and more… Brewery Line Up: Lengthwise • Tioga Sequoia Brewing • House of Pendragon Brewing • Three Weavers • Scholb Brewing • Transplants • Eagle Rock Brewing • Dionysus • Temblor • Elysian Brewing • Lagunitas • Arrow Lodge Brewing • Hog Canyon • Bitter Brothers Brewing • Full Circle Brewing • Kinetic Brewery • Local Craft Beer Tehachapi • Smog City Brewing • Kern River Brewing Company • and more... 14001 Sierra Way Kernville • For more info go to www.kernvillebeerfest.com Benefitting Keepers of the Kern

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■ Desert Empire Fair October 20, 21, 22 Enjoy carnivals, music, rodeo, games and more at the Desert Empire Fairgrounds Ridgecrest. $8 for adults, $4 for children, military and seniors, and under age 5 are free. ■ Writing for publication class October 21 At 10 a.m., join a class taught by Kathleen Creighton, author of nearly 50 published novels, on writing for publication in an everchanging publishing world. She will share her own experience in becoming published. ■ Boo-at-the-Zoo! October 21 and 22 Boo-at-the-Zoo is the place to test drive your costume and enjoy some trick or treating with the animals. Games and treats in store! At CALM, Bakersfield.

■ Art Now! October 21 This month's Kern River Valley Art Association workshop takes place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Lake Isabella Senior Center. Louise Camille will teach drawing and painting with the "right brain.' $15 includes lunch and materials. RSVP to Teri Vellutini at 760-379-6162.

Regular activities Fridays

■ Noon - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831. ■ 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Alzheimers Respite Group, Veterans Hall, Lake Isabella. 661-393-8871. ■ 9:30 - 11:30 a.m., TOPS weight loss group, Mt.View Church, Lake Isabella. 760-378-3935. ■ 1 p.m., Happy Hookers crochet club, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-6335. ■ 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (3rd Fri.) Valley Caregiver Resource Center caregiver support at CCS, 2731 Nugget Ave. Lake Isabella. 661-821-1626. ■ 11 a.m. Canasta Pizza Factory. 714-906-7755.

Saturdays

■ 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Kern River Hatchery Free. 14415 Sierra Way Kernville. 760-376-2846 ■ Noon (3rd Sat.), Kern Valley Democratic Club, 2807 Erskine Creek Rd., Lake Isabella. 760-223-5224 ■ 3 p.m. (2nd Sat.), Havilah Historical Society, Havilah Schoolhouse. 760-379-2636. ■ 5-7 p.m. Dinner. Karaoke @7 p.m. Fraternal Order of Eagles, open to public, 12251 Hwy 178 Mt. Mesa. 760-379-3394 ■ 7 - 10 p.m. (1st Sat.), Dam Dancers square dancing, Senior Center, Lake Isabella.

Sundays

■ 9 a.m. to noon - VFW Breakfast, public welcome. 2811 Nugget, Lake Isabella. 760-379-3877. ■ 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Kern River Hatchery Free. 14415 Sierra Way Kernville. 760-376-2846. ■ 2 p.m. Sex Addicts Anonymous (Mens). KV Alano Club 4030 Perdue Ave. Lake Isabella. 760-514-6883.

Mondays

■ 11 a.m. Canasta Burger King. 714-906-7755. ■ Noon - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-583. ■ 1 p.m., Line dance classes, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-0043. ■ 1 - 2:30 p.m., NAMI Connection Support Group, Kern Valley Hospital, Mt Mesa. 760-379-4793 or 760223-2674. ■ 5:30 - 7 p.m., (every other week) Women’s Domestic Violence Support Group, Call 760-3792264 or 760-417-1324. ■ 3 p.m. (2nd Mon.-Board/4th Mon.-Membership), Kernville Chamber. 760-376-2629. ■ 6 - 9 p.m., KRV Community Orchestra, Cerro Coso College, Lake Isabella. 760-376-4461. ■ 6:30 - 8 p.m., Boy Scout Troup 690, 1st Baptist Church, Lake Isabella. 760-812-7082. ■ 6 p.m. (3rd Mon.), KRV Art Assoc., Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-2844. Dark July/August.

Tuesdays

■ 9 a.m. (2nd Tue.), Friends of the Library, 3109 Cook Peak Rd, Mt. Mesa. 760-812-7191. ■ 9:30 - 11 a.m. (2nd Tue.), Kern River Valley Collaborative, Wallace School Multipurpose room, Lake Isabella. 760-379-2556, ext. 601. ■ Noon - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831. ■ 9 a.m., Yoga Practice Group, Kernville Methodist Church. 909-753-9043. ■ 10 a.m. - noon; 1p.m.- 3 p.m. Kern County ■ 10:30a.m., Armour of God Narcotics Anonymous, College Community Services, 2731 Nuggett Ave., L.I. ■ Noon to 2 p.m. No cost craft class, Faith Community Church. Call 760-812-0755. ■ 12:30 p.m., Bridge Club, Senior Center Lake Isabella. 714-906-7755. ■ 2 p.m. KRV Cemetery District. (2nd Tue. every other month). Public invited. 760-376-2189. ■ 4:50 p.m. (2nd & 4th Tue.), Erskine Fire Support Group Faith Community Church 20 W. Panorama Dr. Wofford Heights. 760-205-9009. ■ 6 p.m. (2nd Tue.), Lake Isabella-Bodfish Property Owners, Senior Center, Lake Isabella 760-379-5552. ■ 6:30 p.m., (2nd Tue.) Epilepsy Support Group, Bakersfield. 760-376-1606 or 760-258-5272.

■ Rockin' River Beer and Music Festival, October 21 The first annual Rockin' River Beer and Music Festival will take place at Rivernook Campground. All proceeds will benefit Keepers of the Kern. See the ad on page one, contact Jami Ward at 760-376-2705, or go to kernvillebeerfest.com for more information.

■ Star Party October 21 Kern River Valley Astronomy Club is holding a Star Party starting at sunset at the Fairview Helispot 12 miles north of Kernville (about 1 mile S of McNally's). Bring a lounge chair and warm clothes. For more info, contact Rich Burdge at 760-376-6290 or email him at richlookingup@gmail.com. ■ South Fork Woman's Club BBQ October 22 Don't miss delicious pulled beef, coleslaw, baked beans, rolls, cake and beverages for only $11 per plate, at the South Fork Woman's Club, Weldon. For more information call 760-417-2272. ■ Commodities distribution October 23 Government food commodities will be dis-

■ 7 p.m., (4th Tue.), KRV Historical Society, Senior Center, Lake Isabella.

Wednesdays

■ 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Nuui Cuni Cultural Center Craft Day, French Gulch Recreation Area. 760-549-0800. ■ 9:30 -11:30 a.m. (1st & 3rd Wed.), Dam Quilters, senior apts., Lake Isabella. 760-223-0762. ■ 9:30 -11:30a.m., TOPS weight loss group, Senior Hall Lake Isabella. 760-379-5986 or 661-867-2579. ■ 10:00 a.m., T.A.P. Thought and Perception or, Tank Park, Lake Isabella. 760-378-3304. ■ 10:30a.m., Armour of God Narcotics Anonymous, College Community Services, 2731 Nuggett Ave., Lake Isabella. ■ Noon - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831. ■ Noon (2nd Wed.) KRV Chamber of Commerce, Moose Lodge, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5236. ■ 1 - 2:30 p.m., Grief Support Group, Optimal Hospice, 6504-E Lake Isabella Blvd. ■ 6 p.m. (1st Wed.), American Legion Riders Post 711 Moose Lodge 6732 lake Isabella Blvd. Lake Isabella. ■ 6 p.m. (3rd Wed.), American Legion and Auxiliary Post 711Veterans/Senior Hall Lake Isabella. Post 711 VFW Hall, 2811 Nugget Lake Isabella. ■ 7 p.m. - 9:30 p.m., Senior Dance, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. Live band. ■ 7 p.m., Elks Lodge, 2nd and 4th, except holidays,Wofford Blvd., Wofford Hts. ■ 7 p.m., Al-Anon, Christ's Fellowship Church, Wofford Hts. 760-379-7312 or 760-378-0041.

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■ 9 a.m. - noon First and Third Thursdays, Kern County Veteran's Services County complex, 7050 Lake Isabella Blvd. Lake Isabella 661-868-7300. ■ 8:30 and 10 a.m., Mediyoga, Lake Isabella Senior Center. ■ 9 a.m., Yoga Practice Group, Kernville Methodist Church. 909-753-9043. ■ 9:30 a.m., (3rd Thu.), Fire Safe Council, Supervisor’s office, County Bldg., Lake Isabella. ■ 10:30a.m., Armour of God Narcotics Anonymous, College Community Services, 2731 Nuggett Ave., LI ■ 11:45 a.m. (4th Thu.), KRV Women’s Club meeting, Elks Lodge. ■ Noon - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831 ■ Noon - 3 p.m., Artists Workshop, Senior Center, Veterans Hall, Lake Isabella. $9 per yr 760-379-5831 ■ Noon, Exchange Club, Paradise Cove. ■ 5 - 7 p.m., VFW Taco Thursday, open to public. 760379-3877. ■ 4-6 p.m. (3rd Thur.), Republican Assembly of the Kern River Valley, 6075 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. 760-378-3695 or 760-376-1462. ■ 6 p.m., Rotary Club, KRV Elks Lodge, Wofford Heights. 760-376-2844. ■ 6 p.m., Weight Watchers, Highland Chapel 5301 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. Weigh-in 5:30 p.m. ■ 6:30 p.m. (1st Thurs.) Kern River Rockhound Club. Nuui Cunni Cultural Center, Hwy 155 at French Gulch, Wofford Heights. 760-812-1120. ■ 7 p.m. (4th Thurs.) KRV Gun Assc. Jan - Oct. Kernville Chamber, KRVGAnews@gmail.com ■ 6:30 p.m., Sweet Adelines, Kern Valley Chorus, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. New members welcome. ■ 7 p.m., (3rd Thu.), Kern Valley Astronomy Club, Museum, Kernville. 760-376-1291.

AA Meetings

■ If you want to drink, that’s your business. If you want to stop, we can help. Meetings daily; Kernville, Lake Isabella, Wofford Heights. Call Alcoholics Anonymous 760-379-4112.

Bingo Guide

■ Saturday, noon, South Fork Women’s Club, 6488 Fay Ranch Road., Weldon ■ Sunday, 11 a.m., Moose Lodge, 6732 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. ■ Wednesday, 1 p.m., Senior Center, 6405 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella.

tributed to those who qualify at the New Life Church in Wofford Heights, Grace Chapel in Mt Mesa and at the Senior Center in Lake Isabella. Distribution is 10 a.m. to noon. Contact Yazid Alawgarey CAPK 661-3365200 X203, email yalawgarey@capk.org or see facebook.com/rotarykrvfood. ■ Kern River Valley Historical Society October 24 Please join them as they welcome Kern River Deputy District Ranger Philip DeSenze to discuss the imprint the Forest Service has left on the Valley and the future of the communities where the new facilities will serve in the decades and century to come at 7 p.m. at the Lake Isabella Senior Center. ■ Eagle Mountain Casino bus trip October 26 The Kern River Valley Senior Citizens, Inc. sponsors a bus trip to Eagle Mountain on the last Thursday of each month. Anyone 21 or older is welcome. The bus leaves the Senior Center at 7 a.m. and returns at 5:30 p.m. Call Pam Cook at 760-376-3622 3622 or Sharon Tatman at 760-376-1531. ■ Drive-thru flu shot October 26 Kern Valley Hospital will hold a drive-thru flu clinic from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in front of the hospital. The cost is $20. A receipt will be available for insurance reimbursement. Call Debbie Hess at 760-379-5257 ext 24 for more information. ■ Addiction and the teen brain October 26 Parents and teens are invited from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the Senior Center in Lake Isabella. It is free. Contact Heather Berry, LCSW/clinical therapist at 760-417-2392 for further information. ■ KVHS Homecoming steak fry October 27 Partake in the annual Kern Valley FFA homecoming steak fry from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Kern Valley High stadium. A full steak dinner adults $15, children 12 and under $10. ■ Kern Valley High School Broncs October 27 Broncs football plays Rosamond at homecoming. ■ Gun Association open house October 28 and 29 The Kern River Valley Gun Association is hosting an open house at the gun range on Cyrus Canyon Rd. on Saturday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will be a swap meet, camping, and gun clinics. Hotdogs, chips and drinks available. Contact Hank Blackler at 760-549-9484. ■ Annual Kernville Fall Festival October 28 and 29 Follow the signs to Riverside Park and enjoy bounce houses, a farmer's market, petting zoo, pumpkin patch, a murder mystery tour, and an escape room. Lawn mower races on Saturday at the rodeo grounds. Contests, live music and a movie in Circle Park.

■ Drug Take Back Day October 28 Get all those unused drugs out of the house with a no-questions-asked drop off at the Kern Valley Sheriff Substation 8 a.m. to noon. ■ Packing party October 28 Join Operation Christmas Child KRV Community Packing Parties in front of Campfire Market and Dollar General in Wofford Heights; Barnes Bargains, Family Dollar, and Rite Aid in Lake Isabella; Sierra Gateway Market in South Lake. For information call Irene Martinson at 760-417-2279. ■ Library Trunk or Treat October 28 The Lake Isabella Library will host their third annual Trunk or Treat from 2 to 4 p.m. in the Library parking lot. Candy from decorated cars, safe for the little ones. 7054 Lake Isabella Blvd. Call 760-549-2083. All events are subject to change. Submissions to the free Courier Calendar must be received by 12 noon. on Tuesday for Friday’s issue. Calendar listing may be edited for space available. Business advertising will not be accepted. Submit your information direct to office@kernrivercourier.com

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Sheriff's Office inpersonation scam reported The Kern County Sheriff's Office is warning the community of a possible scam involving a person misidentifying themselves as a Sheriff's Office employee. On October 11, a citizen reported they were called by a man who claimed he was a lieutenant with the Sheriff's Office. The caller said the citizen missed federal jury duty and the Kern Sheriff's Office was contracted to collect the fines. The caller said the fine could be as much as $3,000 but, if the citizen paid the fine today and applied the funds to a gift card, the citizen would only have to pay $1,000. The Sheriff's Office is investigating and reminds citizens to never give personal information to an unknown caller. If anyone receives a similar call, they are asked to report it to the Sheriff's Office at 661-861-3110.

Mediacom employee earns top service awards A local Mediacom employee earned the company's top customer service award and recognition by company executives during customer service week held earlier this month. Becky Stamps, a resident of Kernville, earned the regional outstanding sales performance award for her work as a customer service representative at the Lake Isabella payment center. Stamps has been employed with Mediacom and its predecessor company for 22 years.

Once upon a time there was a fellow named Herbert Von Dutch, he was kind of a Wilbur Milqtoast. Kind of afraid of the world and Middleworth always trying to keep out of trouble, however one day as he was walking down the street, he stood for a few moments to watch kids play hop-scotch. One of the kids said, "Hey old man, whatcha bothering us for?" and the man said, "Sorry kid, I was just admiring your game." "Yeah," said the kid, "so leave us alone or I'll call my dad." The man said, "I'm not afraid of your dad kid, besides I'm on a public sidewalk and I can stand here if I want." The kid turned around and cried, "Dad, this guy is bothering me!" Out of the door and down the steps came this giant of a man. He was 6 foot 8 and weighed about 300 lbs. His muscles had muscles. "You bothering my kid?" he said. Herbert said, "No, Hop-scotch is my favorite game, I play it all the time so I was watching this game of Hop-scotch and now I'm ready to go home." The giant said, "I know where you live and you'd better not bother my kid anymore. If you like hop-scotch so much, next time we have a hop-scotch extravaganza you'll be invited to perform and you'd better be there." Herbert said, "I can hardly wait!" Herbert

walked away complimenting himself on how he defused the sticky situation. I tell you this story so you can see how a sensitive person like him would handle a negative situation. Anyway Herbert Von Dutch walked into his house and asked what was for dinner? His wife, kind of a shrew, said "Dinner is ready and we are having split pea soup." "That's all?" He said, "Yes, that's all" she said, "as a matter of fact I'm done cooking for you and from now on you have to do your own cooking outside in the patio." He said, "Okay", showing again how his sensitive nature saved an argument. Here's what Herbert Von Dutch did. He looked around the patio and found a small oven, and a cast iron frying pan. In it he cooked eggs, and bacon and a couple of biscuits. His next door neighbor looked over the fence and said, "Wow that smells good, what are you doing?" and he said, "Cooking my dinner in my oven," and his neighbor said, "Cooking in kind of a Dutch oven huh? (He said that because my name is Herbert Van Dutch, remember?) Then the neighbor said, "I'd like one of those and maybe we could sell them." And they did just that and the cast iron cooking pot was called a Dutch oven and was sold all around the world. And that's the truth. (I think!) Wofford Heights resident Rod Middleworth is a retired securitymanager for Pacific Bell.

Zoo says Boo! October 21 and 22 Boo-at-the-Zoo at the California Living Museum is set for Oct. 21 and 22, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Guests of all ages are encouraged to wear costumes. Visiting goblins will be able to trick-or-treat their way around the zoo, visit with the animals and experience the natural gardens. Children under 12 years and CALM members are FREE. Children must be accompanied by an adult. There will be "spooktacular" games, treats, festive decorations, wildlife presentations, animal encounters and animal treats of filled jack-o-lanterns! Children's Railroad rides are only $1 and the Condor Challenge Climbing Tower is free. For information, call 661-872-2256. Visit their website, calmzoo.org and on Facebook.

Art Association presents â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Art Now!â&#x20AC;&#x2122; workshop This month's Kern River Valley Art Association workshop takes place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Lake Isabella Senior Center. Louise Camille will teach drawing and painting with the "right brain,' including learning how to draw an object blindfolded; while not looking at the paper; to create backgrounds with intuition, and putting it all together. She will also introduce how to use a photo. $15 includes lunch and materials. RSVP to Teri Vellutini at 760-379-6162.

2017 Congressional App Challenge Congressman Kevin McCarthy is participating in the 2017 Congressional App Challenge for students that reside or attend school in California's 23rd Congressional District. Congressman McCarthy made the following statement: Congressman McCarthy joins over 200 House Members in offering a district wide competition for his constituents to explore the field of STEM (Science Technology Engineering and Math). All students who have not yet graduated from high school are invited to participate in the challenge either individually or in a team of up to four students. Students or teams will compete for congressional recognition and the opportunity to have their app displayed in the United States Capitol. The deadline to submit applications is November 1. Participating students can find more information and register at: congressionalappchallenge.us/2017-student-signup/.

Forest Service topic of Historical Society meeting Join the Historical Society as they welcome Kern River Deputy District Ranger Philip DeSenze to discuss the imprint the Forest Service has left on the Valley and the future of the communities where the new facilities will serve in the decades and century to come at the Lake Isabella Senior Center October 24 at 7 p.m. As the Kern River Ranger District of the Sequoia National Forest prepares to open new facilities in both Kernville and Lake Isabella, there has been time to reflect on the buildings they are leaving behind.

Addiction and the teen brain presentation Parents and teens are invited on October 26 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. to hear why the teen brain is so vulnerable to addiction, how drugs and alcohol can create permanent damage during this time of development, how educators and parents can better guide teens through this difficult time and what resources are available in our community for teens and families suffering with addiction. It will be at the Senior Center in Lake Isabella and presented by Mary Rosendo and Emma De La Rosa from Kern Behavioral Health and Recovery. It is free. Contact Heather Berry, LCSW/clinical therapist at 760-417-2392 for further information. continued

Homemaker assistance for seniors Valley Caregiver Resource Center is a non-profit agency that receives funding from Kern County Aging and Adult Services to provide a Homemaker Program to Seniors in the Kern River Valley area. Lower income seniors aged 60 or older who need assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, ambulating, or eating are eligible for the program. The Homemaker Program contracts with providers who can assist with tasks such as bathing, dressing, light housekeeping, and shopping. Seniors living on their own or with family members should contact Chris Barrett at 661-821-1626 or 1-800-541-8614 to find out if they qualify.

CCW applications now available on line The Kern County Sheriff's Office has recently begun accepting CCW applications online. To apply go to kernsheriff.org and click on "CCW License" near the bottom of the page. All documents requested during the application process can be uploaded to the website. This new application process will require fewer visits to the Licensing Unit office. Starting on October 23, 2017, a $159 credit card charge will be due upon submission of the application (Permitium and credit card fees will apply). If an application is denied, refunds will be available. The Standard CCW application form previously used by the Kern County Sheriff's Office will still be accepted in the Licensing Unit office. A $159 fee will be due upon submission of the application. Contact information: Sergeant John Carpenter, Personnel Division, 661-391-7690. See

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The KRVGA is hosting an Open House on October 28th (8-4) and 29th (8-2). There will be a swap meet, camping, clinics for rifle, pistol, archery, trap, cowboy action and quickdraw. Hotdogs, chips and drinks will be available. At the Gun Range on Cyrus Canyon Road Watch for the signs. For information concerning camping or the swap meet contact Hank Blackler at 760-549-9484

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Opening our eyes to the needs around us have been physically beaten or bruised, but they have been beaten up by life. They've been bruised by circumstances Few passages in Scripture give us a and the attitudes and opinions of other more complete view of mercy than people. Why don't we see these needs? The Jesus' Parable of the Good Samaritan. In this memorable parable, we can learn answer is busyness. We're just moving too fast. Being in a four specific leshurry is always the sons about how we death of kindness. can demonstrate Just like the Good Samaritan, you The busier you get, mercy. In the next the less loving you four devotionals have wounded people all around will be. we'll look at each of you. You just don't see them. But to be senthose important - Warren sitive and to see lessons. people's needs up First, we must see the needs of people around us. close, you have to slow down. Slow Mercy always begins in the eyes. You down long enough to look people in the have to see the need before you can eye. Give somebody your undivided meet the need. You can't care until you attention. Stop to talk to the person and are aware. The Bible says, "When [the really listen. How should we respond to someSamaritan] saw the man, he felt compassion for him" (Luke 10:33b NLT, sec- one who is hurting or who has a need? The Bible says, "Do not look out only ond edition). Just like the Good Samaritan, you for yourselves. Look out for the good have wounded people all around you. of others also" (1 Corinthians 10:24 You just don't see them. They may not NCV). Rick Warren, Saddleback Church Courier Inspiration

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Bible Trivia By Wilson Casey 1. Is the book of Tamar in the Old or New Testament or neither? 2. 2 Kings 19 and which other book's chapter are almost alike word for word? Deuteronomy 7, Isaiah 37, Jeremiah 50, Job 16 3. From Genesis 29, which of Jacob's wives was first to bear children? Leah, Naomi, Bilhah, Zilpah 4. Of these, who stole idols from her father? Elisabeth, Martha, Rachel, Deborah 5. In Acts 22, what famous Rabbi was Paul's teacher? Hillel, Turkel, Zakkai, Gamaliel 6. From Genesis 4, who invented farming? Adam, Cain, Abel, Jubal

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Destructively rigid Ben Richey, Courier Columnist I have heard that when involved in an automobile accident, if you go limp, there is less chance you'll be severely injured. We regularly see this principle at work in Richey incidents where drunk drivers are involved. A drunk driver may walk away with minor injuries, or survive what might otherwise be fatal injuries, while other drivers or passengers are killed. According to a County-Harbor UCLA study done between 2004 and 2008, drunk drivers were 65 percent more likely to survive. The reason? It is likely because they're loose, flexible. Alcohol inhibits the release of certain stress-inducing chemicals, which changes both how their bodies respond, and how the person reacts during the trauma. They go with the flow and bend with the motion of the vehicle. There's something to be said for flexibility in traumatic moments. There is also something to be said for flexibility and pliability in discipline. Proverbs 29:1 says "He who is often reproved, yet stiffens his neck, will suddenly be broken beyond healing." What that means is an inability to learn from our mistakes, or stubborn unwillingness to accept the lessons of our mistakes, will eventually lead us to ruin. In our criminal justice system, we have a lot of people categorized as "repeat offenders." They continue to commit the same crimes over and over, despite

being caught, prosecuted, and incarcerated. This provides us an example of being "stiff necked" and "unteachable." The collateral consequences are that these people can become unemployable, struggle to get credit, no one will rent to them, and the list goes on. So, they fall back into the vicious circle of crime and consequence. This is an extreme example, but it illustrates an important truth - a failure to take stock of discipline, learn from it, and change leads to a broken life. Proverbs 3:12 says "For the Lord reproves (disciplines) him whom He loves, as a father the son in whom He delights." Because God loves us, He works to correct self-destructive behaviors in our lives. Yet, many of us resist such discipline when it comes. We get angry or embittered. We might even find ourselves stubbornly repeating what brought our distress because we don't want to admit fault in our problems. We choose to walk certain paths in life that continually lead to destruction in things like failed marriages, distance with God, broken relationships, broken trust, and a deep sense of dissatisfaction. Yet, when faced with the consequences, instead of repenting, turning, and seeking restoration, we return to our past behaviors. Proverbs 26:11 describes this as foolishness. "Like a dog that returns to its vomit is a fool who repeats his folly." My encouragement in light of these truths is to take inventory of your life. Have your choices led to God's discipline? How are you responding today- with flexibility, or destructive rigidity? Ben Richey is the lead pastor of Kernville First Baptist Church.

1) Neither; 2) Isaiah 37; 3) Leah; 4) Rachel; 5) Gamaliel; 6) Cain

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■ Kernville First Baptist Church 46 Valley View Drive, Kernville. Sunday 10:00 a.m. 760-376-6403 ■ Kernville United Methodist Church 251 Big Blue Rd., Kernville. Sunday’s 9:30 a.m. 760-376-2751 ■ St. Peter’s Anglican Church 66 Big Blue Road (Alta One), Kernville. Sunday 10:00 a.m. 760-379-2636 ■ St. Sherrian’s Episcopal Church At Kernville United Methodist Church. Sunday 11 a.m

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■ Calvary Chapel 125 Sycamore Drive, Wofford Hts. Sunday 10 a.m. and Wed. 6:30 p.m.760-376-8789 ■ Christ Fellowship 80 Evans Road, Wofford Hts. Sun. 10:30 a.m. ■ Canyon Hills Kern River Valley 25 Arden Av., Wofford Hts. Sunday 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. & Wed. 7 p.m. 760-376-6402 ■ Faith Community North Campus 20 W. Panorama, Wofford Hts. Sunday Service 9:30 and 11 a.m. 760-376-6719 ■ St. Jude Catholic Church 86 Nellie Dent Dr., Wofford Heights. Sun, 8 a.m. & 10 a.m., Sat. 4 p.m. 760-376-2416

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Restore your ‘Faith’ in reading good news “It’s what the valley reads” 760-376-2860

■ Christian Assembly 12424 Mountain Mesa Rd., Mt. Mesa. Sunday 10:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. 760-379-6377 ■ Church of Christ Mt. Mesa 6400 Dogwood Av., Mt. Mesa. Sunday 9:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. 760-379-4792 ■ Church of Jesus Christ/Latter Day Saints 6400 Park Av., Mt. Mesa. Sunday 10:00 a.m. 760-379-2904 ■ First Baptist Church of Lake Isabella 3701 Suhre, Lake Isabella. Sunday 9:30 a.m. Sunday school 10:45 a.m. 760-379-5615 ■ Garden Community Fellowship 2931 Erskine Creek Rd., Lake Isabella. Sunday 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 5 p.m. 760-223-5293

■ Grace Chapel 12312 Mt. Mesa Rd., Mt. Mesa. Sunday 11:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. 760-379-4093 ■ Highland Chapel United Methodist 5301 Lake Isabella Bl., Lake Isabella. Sunday School & Worship 10:30 a.m. 760-379-2120 ■ Jehovah’s Witnesses Kingdom Hall 1911 Edith Ave., Lake Isabella. 760-379-8672 ■ Kern River Valley Seventh Day Adventist 3810 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella. Saturday Service 9:30 a.m. 760-379-3206 ■ Kern Valley Bible Church 3920 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella. Sunday 9:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. 760-379-5482 ■ Kern Valley Pentecostal LightHouse 3730 Wagon Wheel Dr., Lake Isabella. Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m.,Tue. Ladies study 10 a.m., Wed. mid-week 5 p.m. 760-379-0004 ■ Landmark Missionary Baptist Church 2741 Mountain View Rd, Lake Isabella. Sunday 9:45 a.m. & 5:00 p.m. 760-379-5640 ■ Mt. View Southern Baptist Church 2959 Erskine Creek Rd, Lake Isabella. Sun. 9:00, 11:15 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. 760-379-4296 ■ SGI - USA Buddhist Lotus Sutra based discussion and meetings Call 379-6162 for dates and times. ■ Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church (LCMS) 377 Highway 155, Lake Isabella. Services Sunday 11 a.m. 760-379-2343 ■ Victory Tabernacle (United Pentecostal) 4324 Birch, Mt. Mesa. Sunday 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. 7 p.m. Wednesday 760-549-3186

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■ Kern Christian Church “The River” 14900 Hwy 178, Southlake. Sunday 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. 760-378-3780 ■ Weldon Baptist Church 20674 Highway 178, Weldon. Sunday 10 a.m. & 4:30 p.m. 760-378-4964. ■ Weldon United Methodist Church 20021 Hwy. 178, Weldon. Sunday 9:00 a.m. 760-378-2321 To include your place of worship, send the information to us by e-mail, mail or in person (our address is on page 2).

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Taking the punch out of bullying Marsinah Ramirez Trujillo Courier Columnist A colleague of mine who is a licensed psychotherapist was discussing his 13-year-old client with me. The parents brought the boy to Trujillo therapy because his grades suddenly dropped, and he had become withdrawn and anxious. The parents suspected that their son had started abusing drugs. The therapist assessed the boy and determined he was the victim of bullying. The overlap between bullying and mental health conditions is alarming. Research indicates that children who are bullied are more likely to experience depression, anxiety, loneliness, health complaints and poor grades. Bullying is also a risk factor for suicide. If two people of similar physical or psychological strength are quarreling or physically fighting, this is not considered bullying. Bullying occurs when there is an imbalance of power between a perpetrator and a victim and there are repeated harmful acts, such as name calling, rumor spreading, ostracism, intimidation, hazing, tripping, demanding money, destruction of property, theft, destruction of another's work, sexual harassment, and assault. Nationally, about 21 percent of students, ages 12 to 18, have experienced bullying. Unfortunately, the Kern River Valley is no stranger to this entrenched epidemic, but it has initiated activities to curb this pervasive problem.

For every child who is bullied in the KRV by either a youth or adult, there are as many advocates fighting to put an end to bullying. Brian Polston, a KRV elementary school principal, is one of them. Polston understands that there is no off-the-shelf, copy-andpaste solution that will address bullying. "We don't have a bully problem," Polston said. "We have a cultural problem." According to Polston, bullying is a symptom of the larger issue of hopelessness that has long plagued the Valley. A 2017 economic report shows that Lake Isabella is one of the most distressed communities in the nation. When residents face continual stress and adversity - due to work burn-out, poverty, financial strain, or lack of job opportunities - a sense of hopelessness can emerge. This climate of despondency can contribute to bullying if people have not learned coping strategies. To address this, Polston is implementing a process at his schools called "The Leader in Me." The process gets to the root of bullying by instilling key leadership habits that can help students learn to deal effectively with life. "We can change the valley if we change its future leaders," he said. I find the work by Polston promising. He understands that systemic reform is needed to quell this problem. Addressing bullying will take a community effort. Pointing the finger at one kid, one parent, or one individual will not make bullying go away. Marsinah Ramirez Trujillo, a licensed therapist, provides online and in-person counseling. For information on this topic, visit her blog "Mental Health Matters" at www.therapytrek.com.

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Gun Association open house The Kern River Valley Gun Association is hosting an open house at the gun range on Cyrus Canyon Rd. on Saturday October 28 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday October 29 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will be a swap meet, camping, and clinics for rifle, pistol, archery, trap, cowboy action and quickdraw. Hotdogs, chips and drinks will be available. For information concerning camping or the swap meet contact Hank Blackler at 760-549-9484.

Three-day bus trip to Laughlin offered Join the California Grandmother's Club and Senior Center bus trip to Laughlin. This is an overnight trip from October 30 to November 1 at the Riverside Hotel and Casino. One person room $160 and two person room $270; two breakfasts and one dinner each. Leaves the Moose Lodge at 7:30 a.m. Coffee, donuts and bathrooms available at 6:30 a.m. Fun on the bus. Money for reservations is due by October 13. Contact Kitty Leu at 760-379-7923 or Carrie Prough 949-466-9629.

Be an Angel for the holidays The Be an Angel holiday gift program is for 11 to 18 year old children. Agencies, organizations or individuals can visit us to "adopt" individual children or a set of siblings. If a cash donation is received, the Family Resource Center will purchase items for the child's wish list for you. Parents may sign up eligible children November 1 through December 11. Cash donations will be joyfully accepted. The Family Resource Center thanks you for your support and generosity. They can be reached at 5109 Lake Isabella Blvd in Lake Isabella or by calling 760-379-2556.

Manuel Wouthuysen piano recital Manuel Wouthuysen, a 26-year old pianist who is a graduate from the Utrecht Music Conservatory in Nederland (Holland), will be visiting his great aunt in the Kern River Valley. Manuel has agreed to play for us at the Methodist Church in Kernville on October 28 at 7 p.m. The admission fee will be $10 payable at the door. Wouthuysen loves to play all kinds of music, but both classical music and jazz are his favorites. He took master classes in Tokyo, Japan and then performed piano recitals, thereby building collaboration between Japanese musicians and the Utrecht conservatory. His jazz trio also played for the Dutch king, William Alexander, with the opening of Akoesticum, a music and dance venue in the town of Ede in Nederland. Recently, he was part of the Nederland Youth Jazz band that performed out of doors in the city of Amsterdam.

Kern River Valley Community Safety Day Come join the community for a free day at Tank Park from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday November 4, focusing on family safety. Free food, fun, safety demonstrations, face painting, raffle prizes, and hands-on learning! Learn about free resources in the Kern River Valley; interact with local law enforcement, and enjoy a day with the whole family. Brought to you by the KRV Family Resource Center, the Kern County Sheriff Crime Prevention Unit, and the Sheriff's Activity League/Kern Valley. For more information call Cindy Filkosky, 760-379-2556.

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Supervisors appoint Elizabeth Chavez as Director of Child Support Services Megan Person, Kern County Courier FYI The Kern County Board of Supervisors today appointed Elizabeth Chavez as Director of Child Support Services, effective immediately. Chavez has served as the Assistant Director for the Department of Child Support Services since 2016. Prior to serving as Assistant Director, Chavez was the Volunteer Manager at Hoffman Hospice. Prior to her work at Hoffman Hospice, she served as Program Manager for Child Support Services and before that, the Supervising Child Support Officer. In her current role,

Chavez is responsible for continuous operational improvement, management of mid-management staff, and the dayto-day operations of the department. As Director of Child Support Services, Chavez will be responsible for setting the goals and vision for the organization, long-term planning, and budget management. She'll work cooperatively with diverse interest and advocacy groups, as well as other governmental organizations to deliver outstanding child support services to the children of Kern County. Chavez is a graduate of the Child Support Directors Association leadership development program, and has served on their board and committee.

Applications now being accepted for KCNC's 2018 Leadership Development Program Robert Meszaros, KCSOS Courier 411 Applications are being accepted now through Nov. 4 for the Kern County Network for Children's 2018 Leadership Development Program. Since 1998, nearly 700 individuals from organizations throughout Kern County have graduated from the program that serves to achieve three primary goals: educate participants to increase un-derstanding of public issues and human relationships; mobilize participants to learn to lead effectively in areas of community health and well being; and help participants network with other citizen action groups with common interests and issues. The Leadership Development Training Program includes 56 hours of instruction time in nine subject areas: public speak-

ing, time management, community meeting facilitation, strategic planning, conflict resolution, community mobilization, resource development, media/marketing and legislative advocacy. Sessions are held one Friday per month and begin in January 2018 (with the exception of the first class meeting two days, Thursday, January 25 and Friday, January 26). A non-refundable $100 participant fee to cover the partial cost of class materials, presenter fees and meals is due upon acceptance into the program. Applications can be downloaded online at http://bit.ly/2fS1a2P. Completed applications should be submitted to the Dream Center, 1801 19th Street in Bakersfield or mailed to Kern County Network for Children 1300 17th St., Bakersfield, CA 93301. For more information, call 661-636-4488.

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California Living Museum unveils a free app for mobile devices grounds, the app really comes to life with these unique features: Geo accurate mapping Visitors to the California Guests can use the interactive Living Museum will now have map to see their exact location an enhanced experience as on the zoo grounds in relation they make their way around to other exhibits and attracthe zoo thanks to a free mobile Zoo app tions. app that launched this week Multi-media learning - Every animal for Apple and Android devices. CALM's mobile app is rich with in CALM's collection has a dedicated multi-media components like photogra- page featuring its scientific name, facts, phy, audio, video, social media interac- and audio files so guests can hear the tion and geo mapping. The app is a sounds many of CALM's animals make. To download the app, search great way for visitors to plan their trip to the zoo and to stay informed about what "California Living Museum" on the is coming up at CALM. Once on the zoo Apple App or Google Play Store. Robert Meszaros, CALM Courier Out & about

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A web of fun from start to finish Amy Anderson Courier Contributor

PICKS OF THE WEEK “Spider-Man: Homecoming” (PG-13) - Tom Holland follows up his adorable debut as Spider-Man (introduced in "Captain America: Civil War") with a solo turn in "SpiderMan: Homecoming," the newest feather in the hat of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Under the tutelage of Tony Stark/Iron Man (Robert Downey, Jr.), the young buck must hone his superhero craft and prepare to face a new threat in villain Vulture (Michael Keaton). This reboot has everything you're looking for: witty banter, exciting action, death-defying special effects and a super-cute new Spidey in Holland, who maintains the innocence, cockiness and high-school angst of our hero without being overly sappy or beating you over the head with a merchandise message. You'll be caught in the web of fun from start to finish. “Girls Trip” (R) - When Dina (Regina Hall), a motivational writer on the verge of next-level success, books a speaking engagement in the Big Easy, it seems like the right time for her and her college gal pals to rediscover their friendships and blow off a little steam at the Essence Festival. But after bestie Sasha (Queen Latifah) gets an incriminating photo of Dina's husband, the only thing these women are discovering is their wild side -- and what a ride. Jada Pinkett Smith and Tiffany Haddish (in an exceptional breakout

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performance) round out the group, and it's crude and raunchy and absolutely what you need right now. This movie is chockablock with hot guys and musician cameos, but it's the bonds of sisterhood running deep that makes this a ladies' adventure done right. “Shot Caller” (R) - Nikolaj Coster-Waldau ("Game of Thrones") stars as Jacob Harlan, a studious stockbroker who is sent to prison after a DUI accident takes the life of his best friend. He loses his home and family and is forced to confront what it will take to survive in prison. His subsequent transformation from a clean-cut, wide-eyed vanilla pudding of a man to a hardened, tattooed killer called "Money" is unnerving. After his debt to society is paid, he must then begin to repay his debt to the prison society that kept him alive, even as he longs to return to the life he once led. This rich, unsettling study of the penal system and its long-reaching effects comes from director Ric Roman Waugh. © 2017 King Features Synd., Inc.

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From aka ‘Jack-O-Robson’ over low heat until hot. Mix well. Let stand 5 minutes. Remove cinnamon and cloves. Does not have to cool to serve. Vary by adding 1/2 cup orange juice. Bodfish Bob’s Easy Pumpkin Candy 1 quart pumpkin meat; fresh cut into 1-by-11/2-inch pieces 2-1/2 cups water 1 cup brown or 1 cup granulated maple or raw sugar Bodfish Bob

Bodfish Bob’s Butter Baked Pumpkin Seeds 2 cup pumpkin seeds 2 tbsp. butter or margarine, melted 1 tsp. salt Spread seeds on a cookie sheet and let dry overnight. Preheat oven to 250 degrees. Combine butter and salt and toss with seeds. Bake for 50 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes until seeds are lightly browned. Bodfish Bob’s Halloween Witch's Brew 1 can (6 oz.) frozen grape juice 3 cans water 2 tbsp. honey 2 tbsp. lemon juice 1/4 tsp. ground ginger 1 cinnamon stick 2 whole cloves In a sauce pan heat all ingredients

Place the cubed pumpkin in a saucepan and cover with water, about 2 to 2-1/2 cups. Bring to a boil and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, uncovered, until pumpkin is just tender. Remove pumpkin with a slotted spoon. There should be about 1-1/2 cups of liquid remaining. Add the brown or maple sugar and dissolve over low heat. Place the pumpkin pieces back in the pan and bring slowly back to a boil, then lower heat and simmer for 15 minutes. Let pieces stand in syrup overnight. The next day, bring the mixture back to a boil and simmer for 5 minutes. Remove the pumpkin pieces from the syrup. Spread them out on a wire rack so the pieces are not touching one another. Let them stand in a warm place or in a 140-degree oven for 3 to 4 hours to dry. Roll each piece in maple or raw sugar, and store in a dry, cool place. Do not stack or crowd the candy together. Visit Bodfish Bob on the Internet at www.bodfishbob.com or email him at bodfishbob@hotmail.com.

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Fishing the Johnsondale four-mile Matt Freeman Courier Columnist Fall fishing can be some of the best fishing of the year. The days are cooling off but are still warm and the nights are not yet too cold to Freeman chill the water and shut the bite down. Many fish school up and feed extensively in the fall to pack on the pounds before the dead of winter reduces food and water temps. Locally that is the pattern for our resident rainbow. There is an excellent stretch of the Kern River designed specifically for this type of fishing, it is single barbless hook only, no bait allowed and it is not stocked. There are nothing but native kern river rainbows and brown trout. Better yet, it is a very accessible area that really comes into its own in the fall months because the water temps are just right and the fish just seem to come alive. Starting at the Johnsondale Bridge and going back approx. four miles, this restricted water is a walk in fishery with its own trail. I like going in a couple of miles because the trail dips down and comes very close to the Kern at that point, a great area for camping, fishing and just enjoying the scenery. The hike is not too bad either, trust me this fat guy would tell you if it was! For the most part it is pretty level and the trail is well defined and cleared. The best way to fish this area is as designed, with flies but single barbless lures work well too. You will mostly catch native rainbows but there are

brown trout back in there and they are aggressive and have some size to them, so be on the lookout. With the size and take protections for that stretch of the river the rainbow trout are getting big too I have seen some 4 to 5 lb fish caught back in there. Please, please release those bad boys if you get one. Nothing wrong with catching a trout or two for dinner, the take limits allow two fish over 18 inches during the summer, but leave the big ones for the future. Do what I do, catch them with a HD camera and video and let them live to catch them again when bigger! The Kern River rainbow is a highly sought after sub-species of the rainbow trout and has been stocked all over the world. We have kern river rainbows in Argentina, New Zealand and Chile, all areas that rainbow trout are not native, and they get big. Back before the lake was here and the fishery was pressured a lot the Kern River was known for rainbow trout over 20 lbs that looked and acted just like steelhead. This protected stretch of the Kern is designed to make sure some of those fish live again and enjoyed by all. So come up and enjoy it this fall. Bring the fly rod and the hiking boots. The water is warm enough to not need waders I like just wading in tennis shoes and shorts and sitting right in the river catching trout all day with nymphs and dry flies. A great way to relax! Matt Freeman is a local resident, businessman and outdoorsman and can be reached at cooltuna12@yahoo.com or 760-223-0880.

Mandatory boater safety education requirement is coming California Boating and Waterways Courier FYI

be required to complete your exam by visiting CaliforniaBoaterCard .com.

Beginning January 1, 2018, the mandatory boating safety education law goes into effect. If you operate a motorized vessel on California waterways, you will be required to pass an approved boating safety exam and carry a lifetime California Boater Card when on state waterways. Boaters 20 years of age and younger are the first group that must carry a Boater Card in 2018. Are you over the age of 20? See when you will

Kern River Valley information Emergencies call ■ Ambulance ■ Fire ■ Law Enforcement ■ Search & Rescue ■ Lake Patrol ■ Forest Service

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Kern Valley Hospital Emergency Department McCray & Laurel, Mountain Mesa 760-379-2681

Forest Recreation

■ U.S. Forest Service Isabella Lake office: 4875 Ponderosa Drive. 760-379-5646

7046 Lake Isabella Blvd. Lake Isabella business only: 760-549-2100

■ Kernville office: 105 Whitney Rd. 760-376-3781 (around the corner from the museum) Closed weekends.

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■ Kernville Station 76 11018 Kernville Road Kernville business only: 760-376-2219 ■ Lake Isabella Station 72 4500 Lake Isabella Blvd. Lake Isabella business only: 760-379-2626 ■ Southlake Station 71 9000 Navajo Ave. Weldon business calls only: 760-378-3055

■ Kern River Valley Chamber of Commerce 6404 Lake Isabella Blvd. Lake Isabella 760-379-5236 866-KRV4FUN ■ Kernville Chamber of Commerce 11447 Kernville Rd. Kernville 760-376-2629 866-KERNVILLE (corner Sierra Way & Kernville Roads)

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General Drainage Area 2,093 Square Miles Capacity, Gross Pool 570,000 Acre-Ft. Surface Area, Gross Pool 11,400 Shoreline, Gross Pool 38 miles Length, Gross Pool 9 miles Main Dam Maximum Height 185 Feet Length at Crest 1695 Feet Auxiliary Dam Maximum Height 100 Feet Maximum Length 3,257 Feet Lake Construction Started March 1948 Finished April 1953

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Kern River Courier Legal Notices FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DBA #1: SGR INNOVATIONS (2017-B6354), 10649 Sierra Rd #21, Kernville, CA 93238. Mailing address: 37438 Upper Cressman Rd., Shaver Lake, CA 93664. REGISTRANTS: JESSE SCOTT SAGER, 1001 Adelaide Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93307. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. Business is being conducted as an Individual. This Fictitious Business Name Statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). Signed: Jesse Scott Sager. This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern County 09/18/2017 and expires 09/18/2022. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: D. Chavez. Published by the Kern River September 29, October 6, 13, and 20, 2017. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No.: 2015-00308-CA, A.P.N.: 128-053-05-00, Property Address: 1503 Bernard Street, Bakersfield, CA 93305 PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a), and (d), THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION REFERRED TO ABOVE IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT BUT ONLY TO THE COPIES PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR. NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED. IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 01/11/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Trustor: Francis Johvanna Cueto, An Unmarried Woman Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC. Deed of Trust Recorded 01/20/2006 as Instrument No. 0206014742 in book ---, page--- and and further modified by that certain Loan Modification Agreement recorded October 16, 2012 as Instrument Number 0212146891 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Kern County, California, Date of Sale: 11/03/2017 at 10:00 AM. Place of Sale: At the front entrance to the City Hall, 1501 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, California 93301. Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $136,667.69. NOTICE OF TRUSTEEES SALE THE TRUSTEE WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER'S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, A SAVINGS ASSOCIATION OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE. All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by the Trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described as: More fully described in said Deed of Trust. Street Address or other common designation of real property: 1503 Bernard Street, Bakersfield, CA 93305, A.P.N.: 128-053-05-00. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $136,667.69. Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total debt. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary of the Deed of Trust has executed and delivered to the undersigned a written request to commence foreclosure and the undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE OF TRUSTEES SALE NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on this property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (866)-960-8299 or visit this Internet Web site http://www.altisource .com/MortgageServices/DefaultManagement/TrusteeSe rvices.aspx using the file number assigned to this case 2015-00308-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to

attend the scheduled sale. Date: September 20, 2017. Western Progressive, LLC, as Trustee for beneficiary, c/o 1500 Palma Drive, Suite 237, Ventura, CA 93003. Sale Information Line: (866) 960-8299. http://www.altisource .com/MortgageServices/DefaultManagement/TrusteeSer vices.aspx. WESTERN PROGRESSIVE, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE (Published by the Kern River Courier October 6, 13, and 20, 2017) FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DBA #1: 18HUNDRED (2017-B6143), DBA#2: 18 HUNDRED (2017-B6144), DBA#3: 18 HUNDRED BAR AND GRILL (2017-B6145), 1800 Chester Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93301. Mailing address: 3004 Airport Dr, Bakersfield, CA 93308. REGISTRANTS: 18HUNDRED INC, 3004 Airport Dr, Bakersfield, CA 93308. Date the business commenced: 07/01/2017. Business is being conducted as a Corporation. This Fictitious Business Name Statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this State of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or Common Law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). Signed: Maya Holloway, Secretary. This statement filed with the County Clerk of Kern County 09/08/2017 and expires 09/08/2022. Mary B. Bedard, CPA, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By: J. Garcia. Published by the Kern River Courier October 6, 13, 20, and 27, 2017. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No.: 2017-00761-CA, A.P.N.: 407-132-06-00, Property Address: 2401 Mccain St, Bakersfield, CA 93314 PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a), and (d), THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION REFERRED TO ABOVE IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT BUT ONLY TO THE COPIES PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR. NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED. IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 05/23/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Trustor: Hector T. Soliz AND Beatriz G. Soliz, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC. Deed of Trust Recorded 06/07/2006 as Instrument No. 0206139729 in book ---, page--- and of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Kern County, California, Date of Sale: 11/17/2017 at 10:00 AM. Place of Sale: At the front entrance to the City Hall, 1501 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, California 93301. Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $454,441.05. NOTICE OF TRUSTEEES SALE THE TRUSTEE WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER'S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, A SAVINGS ASSOCIATION OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE. All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by the Trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described as: More fully described in said Deed of Trust. Street Address or other common designation of real property: 2401 Mccain St, Bakersfield, CA 93314, A.P.N.: 407-132-06-00. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $454,441.05. Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total debt. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary of the Deed of Trust has executed and delivered to the undersigned a written request to commence foreclosure and the undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE OF TRUSTEES SALE NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on this property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (866)-960-8299 or visit this Internet Web site http://www.altisource.com/Mortgage

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Services/DefaultManagement/TrusteeServices.aspx using the file number assigned to this case 2017-00761-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: October 6, 2017. Western Progressive, LLC, as Trustee for beneficiary, c/o 1500 Palma Drive, Suite 237, Ventura, CA 93003. Sale Information Line: (866) 960-8299. http://www.altisource.com/MortgageServices/DefaultMa nagement/TrusteeServices.aspx. WESTERN PROGRESSIVE, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE (Published by the Kern River Courier October 20, 27, and November 3, 2017)

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■ All English Language Arts requirements with an overall GPA of 2.0 or higher. The Kern High School ■ Passing state or local District is celebrating another English language standards big increase in the local suc- test proving proficiency in one cess and participation rate in or more languages in addition the State Seal of Biliteracy to English, through one of the following: program. The State Seal of Biliteracy ■ Passing an Advanced is recognition from the State Placement (AP) Exam with a 3 Superintendent of Public or higher. ■ ComInstruction pleting of graduata 4-year ing high The State Superintendent of course in school stu- Public Instruction in recognizes foreign dents who graduating high school students language h a v e who have attained a high level of with 3.0 attained a proficiency in speaking, reading, or higher. high level and writing in one or more lan■ Passing of profi- guages in addition to English. Scholastic ciency in Assessspeaking, - State Superintendent ment Test reading, of Public Instruction II (SAT II) and writForeign ing in one or more languages in addition Language Exam with a score of 600 or higher. to English. If the primary language of a This program began at the state level in 2012, and the student is other than English, KHSD was one of the first dis- he or she must: tricts in California to imple- ■ Attain proficiency level on ment the State Seal of California English Language Biliteracy. The KHSD has Development Test increased participation and ■ Meet all criteria listed completion of this innovative above. Besides creating educationprogram every year. In 2012, 156 KHSD students al partnerships, the increase in achieved this distinguished the State Seal of Biliteracy honor. That number rose in numbers in the KHSD rein2013 to 264 students, and in forces our commitment to 2014, there were 284 eligible working with the California KHSD students. In 2015, 502 Association for Bilingual KHSD students were eligible. Education to promote CABE's That number increased to 638 mission statement, which in 2016. In 2017, 807 KHSD includes "biliteracy, educastudents received the State tional equity, and 21st-century Seal of Biliteracy which is an success for all students." For more information, 18 percent increase from 2016. All 18 of our comprehensive please contact Lisa Krch, Information and campuses are participating in Public Communications Manager for the program. To be eligible for a State the Kern High School District 827-3172, or Seal of Biliteracy, a student at Lisa_Krch@KernHigh.org must complete:

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www.kernrivercourier.com Village people On Saturday of the Kernville Fall Festival you can enjoy a costume contest and pet costume contests, just part of the many festivall events. Michael Batelaan Kern RiverCourier

Sloth, Continued from page 1 your local zoo has sloths, visit it and spend the day observing them; volunteer your time and money to a conserva-

Move, Continued from page 1

Festival, Continued from page 1 fun for all. On Sunday morning at 7 a.m. help support a good cause by participating in the second annual Trick or Trot, which is both a "fun" and competitive 5K, 10K (two loops), and a 1K "fun run". Dress in your favorite costume or dress in your best racing gear. This is a fast course and a fun environment. Come for the run, stay and play

Smoke, Continued from page 1 and trails closure for the Lion Fire area, within the Golden Trout Wilderness, on the Western Divide Ranger District is in effect.

for the rest of Sunday. Proceeds from the Trick or Trot 5K-10K-Fun Run will be given to KUSD's leadership development program, teaching elementary and middle school students leadership principles from Stephen Covey's "The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People." Together we can promote running culture and leadership training in the Kern River Valley for our next generation of leaders! Medals will be awarded to

Visit fs.usda.gov/alerts/ sequoia/alerts-notices, or call 559-784-1500 for more information. The Kern River Valley to the south still have higher levels of smoke which should clear by noon or earlier.

all finishers including "Fun Run" participants. There will also be a prize for "best overall costume adult" and "best overall costume child," and participants will get a t-shirt. Get full registration information at onemoremile.us. The second annual Fall Festival Chili Cook-Off takes place Sunday at 11 a.m. at Circle Park. Come see who wins and taste some great chili. A beer garden is also planned.

You can learn more about air quality, and daily smoke forecasts are available visiting either airnow.gov or valleyair.org. For Lion Fire information, visit inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/5626/.

ensure the transfer of equipment and supplies are moved to the new location with minimal impact to the public and visitors. "We ask for the public's patience as we make this transition and to call either office (Kernville Office 760-3763781 and the Lake Isabella Office 760-379-5646)) for updated availability and open/closed status."

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tion and wildlife organization working to preserve the habitat of the sloth; and finally, this is a good day to be slothful. Spend the day doing nothing! Did you know that even though sloths mostly

eat leaves, their stomachs can't easily digest them? Sloths have a stomach with four compartments and it takes them almost a month to digest one meal.

In 2016, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Sacramento District awarded an $8.58 million construction contract to Macro-Z Technology Company of Santa Ana for the relocation and construction of the U.S. Forest Service administrative building and warehouse in Kernville. The former USFS facilities in Lake Isabella currently sit in the footprint of the 300-foot-wide emergency spillway to be

built between the main and auxiliary dams as part of the Isabella Lake Dam Safety Project. The current Kernville office, better known as the Log Cabin, is a leased facility that will no longer house USFS personnel or operations. The temporary Lake Isabella Visitor Information Services location, adjacent to the new engine station on Lake Isabella Boulevard, is slated to open next spring to serve the public.

Forest officials celebrate opening with public tours Sequoia National Forest Supervisor Kevin Elliott invites the public of the Kern River Valley to an opening ceremony for the new Kernville Ranger Station and warehouse on Wednesday, November 1. At 11 a.m., there will be agency and partner remarks, and a ceremonial opening. From noon to 2 p.m. public tours of the new facility will be available The new Kernville Ranger Station is locat-

ed at 11380 Kernville Road, Kernville. In 2016, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Sacramento District awarded an $8.58 million Ceremonial Opening and Public Tours of the new facility from noon to 2 p.m. construction contract to Macro-Z Technology Company of Santa Ana for the relocation and construction of the U.S. Forest Service administra-

tive building and warehouse in Kernville. The former USFS facilities in Lake Isabella currently sit in the footprint of the 300-footwide emergency spillway to be built between the main and auxiliary dams as part of the Isabella Lake Dam Safety Modification Project. The current Kernville office, better known as the Log Cabin, will no longer house USFS personnel or operations.