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April showers to bring more flowers?

weekend weather Friday high 84° Sunny Friday low 53° Mostly clear

Michael Batelaan Kern River Courier

Saturday high 86° Sunny

After a long and dry winter, the recent rains are leading to high hopes for the County wildflower season. This season's rainfall is up to 7.3 inches for the year. A normal year's rainfall is 8.88 inches. It seems lighter to us because the last four years yielded higher than average rain totals. The snowpack increased this month with the late winter/early spring storms. The state's normal snowpack is 65% and it is now up to 60%.

The Southern Sierra snowpack is up to 37% and the normal snowpack is 40% according to the Department of Water Resources. So this is good news for water storage for central and southern California.

With the colorful growth comes the annual launch of the Kern County Board of Trade's Wildflower Hotline. The hotline, a telephone number and web site offering updates on wildflower growth that will continue throughout the season. Wildflower information is available around-the-clock for callers to 661-322-WILD (9453) or Internet users visiting the Board of Trade's tourism web site at www.VisitKern.com. The online

Saturday low 54° Mostly clear Sunday high 84° Sunny Sunday low 51° Mostly clear National Weather Service

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version also includes the return of the Kern Wildflower Blog, which will allow nature enthusiasts to post information on the best places to see wildflowers and to share their recent experiences with other wildflower devotees. "People come from all over to see

Corps calls on community for Dam comments If there is an approved plan this year, construction could begin in late 2014 and could last from four to eight years, depending on The Army Corps of Engineers returned this the construction alternative selected, design, week to present new alternative measures to and availability of funds. This could highly their Dam Safety Modification Study. The pub- impact the lifestyle and economy of the Kern lic saw few changes in most of the alternative River Valley and adversely affect tourism.

In the Kernville meeting, public remarks reflected disappointment that the EIS still failed to address many public concerns including lake access, air quality socioeconomic impacts and recreation.

“This is a very large and complex Federal project. One this large has not been seen here since the dam was originally built,” explained one of the Corps presenters. It is said the project will cause significant and unavoidable impacts to air quality, noise and vibration as Michael Batelaan/Kern River Courier well as water quality.

The Corps could not stress Appoximately 80 community members look on as Army Corps of enough how important it is to Engineers presents the Dam Safety Modification proposals. comment on the four alternaive plans within the EIS during the measures that the Corps presented in their new comment period.

The draft EIS can be reviewed on line on draft Environmental Impact Study.

Small modifications were presented to the the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers public based on new Probable Maximum Flood Sacramento District Web site at data. The PMF is the largest probable flood www.spk.usace.army.mil. Comments will be event that the watershed could produce. This accepted during the 45-day comment periwould change the height of the dams from an od, which has been extended to May 22. For added four feet to a sixteen foot rise and more information, you can contact Tyler decrease the size of an emergency spillway that Stalker, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Sacramento District, 1325 J. St., Room 1513, was in the original proposal.

The Corps hopes to have an alternative risk Sacramento, CA 95814. The phone number 919-557-5107 or email management plan selected by the fall of 2012 is isabella@usace.army.mil. when the final EIS for the project is realeased.

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what Kern County has to offer," noted Dave Hook, Interim Executive Director of the Kern County Board of Trade and narrator of the hotline. "Kern is County is home to a wide variety of species, so it's definitely a favorite of wildflower enthusiasts.

Spring, sky and whitewater to star this weekend Michael Batelaan Kern River Courier There is much to celebrate about the Kern Valley this weekend. And with the three major nature events happening, the celebration should be fun and enjoyable.

Celebrate spring in the Kern River Valley, Saturday April 21at the 18th Annual Spring, Nature and Earth Day Festival. Audubon's Kern River Preserve in Weldon hosts numerous free events including bird walks led by local volunteers, information booths and exhibits located at the Kern River Preserve Headquarters in Weldon. See page 8 for related story and a schedule of events.

In Kernville don’t miss the 48th Annual Kern River Whitewater Festival, located in Riverside Park. There will be extreme slalom and downriver races complete with waterfalls and slides and a traditional TJ Slalom race. New this year will be a downriver Biathalon race.

The Standup Boarder-Cross will be held in Riverside Park on Sunday. A crowd favorite is the Hooligan BYOB--”build your own boat” competition. It is as much fun to watch as it is to race. See our Calendar section for access to details.

Also in our Calendar for Saturday night, the Saturday closest to the New Moon, the Kern River Valley Astronomy Club will be hosting their monthly star party. The party starts at sunset and takes place at the Fairview Helispot, twelve miles north of Kernville. A great opportunity to view the planets and stars. nature

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A full week lies ahead in the Courier Calendar.

This week Bodfish Bob cooks up breakfast.

Mike Mencarini has the good news and some great fishing news.

Spring for some Fun & games this week in the Courier.

kern river water data: Wednesday 6 a.m.

Storage, Isabella Reservoir 177,518 acre-feet Reservoir peak 361,709 acre-feet Pool maximum 568,075 acre-feet Pool safety limit 360,000 acre-feet Upper Kern Kern Inflow at Kernville 887 cfs (5-hr avg.)

Lower Kern Outflow 593 cfs Borel Canal Outflow 562 cfs Data from 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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Spotlighting the best of the Kern River Valley Publisher Michael Batelaan Editors, Writers Michael Batelaan, Pam Stewart, Mike Devich Columnists Mike Mencarini Rod Middleworth Matt Freeman Bodfish Bob Jack Duitsman Richard Rowe Clarence Semonious Harry Thal Dave Ramsey Photographers Michael Batelaan Contributing Photographers Murdoc Douglas, Jack Robson, Frances Bowman Ad Production Michael Batelaan Advertising Sales Valerie Minoux, Sara Wakeman Business Office Sara Wakeman Distribution Ron Benson Webmaster Mike Ludiker Advertising policies Publisher reserves the right to reject or cancel any advertising at any time. Cancellations or rejection shall not preclude payment on similar advertising previously run. The Kern River Courier is not liable for errors in copy or an advertisement beyond the cost of the actual space occupied by the error. Publisher reserves the right to place the word “advertisement” on any ad copy that appears to resemble editorial matter.

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Outside In gallery showing April 20 The third annual Outside In gallery showing takes place at the Nuui Cunni Native American Center, 2600 Hwy 155 on Friday, April 20 from 6 to 8 p.m. Works of art created by this year’s students will be on display. Admission is free. For more information, call Melody Lindley at 760378-3504.

Veteran Job Club April 20 On Friday, April 20 from 10 a.m. to noon at 1400 N. Norma Street in Ridgecrest, the

Regular activities Fridays

■ 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831.

■ 8:30 - 11:30 a.m., TOPS #2293 weight loss group, Veterans Hall #2, Lake Isabella. 760-4172272.

■ 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.

■ 11 a.m.- 3 p.m., Bingo and lunch at Eagles, open to public, Mt. Mesa. 760-379-3394 ■ 12 - 1 p.m., AA, Senior Center, 6405 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. 760-379-4112.

■ 1 p.m., Happy Hookers crochet club, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-6335.

■ 5 p.m. (1st Fri.) Kern Valley Cruisers and Hot Rods, Senior Center, Sierra Vista Restaurant, 16575 Hwy 178, Weldon.

■ 6 p.m. (2nd Fri.), Kernville Baptist Church game night. Next to Pizza Barn. 760-223-1036.

■ 7 - 8 p.m., AA, Kernville Chamber of Commerce, 11447 Kernville Rd., Kernville 760-379-4112 or 760-417-9701 ■ 8 - 9:30 p.m., AA, KR Health Center, 67 Evans Rd., Wofford Hts. 760-379-4112

Saturdays

■ 9 a.m. - 2 p.m., Farmer’s Market, Nuui Cunni Center, French Gulch. 760-549-0800 ■ 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., Farmer’s Market, Lakeshore Lodge, Wofford Heights.

■ 5 p.m. (1st Sat.), Havilah Centennial Group, Havilah Schoolhouse. 760-379-2636.

■ 1 p.m. Darts, 3 p.m. Poker Pool 3p.m., Dinner 5-7 p.m. Eagles Lodge, open to public, Mt. Mesa. 760379-3394 ■ 7 - 10 p.m. (1st Sat.), Dam Dancers square dancing, Senior Center, Lake Isabella.

■ 7:30 - 9 p.m., AA - KR Health Center, 67 Evans Rd., Wofford Hts. 760-379-4112

Sundays

■ 9 a.m. to noon - VFW Breakfast, public welcome. 2811 Nugget, Lake Isabella. 760-379-3877.

■ 9 a.m. to noon, Breakfast at Eagles, public. welcom. Highway 178, Mt. Mesa. 760-379-3394.

■ 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. (2nd Sun.), AA, Paradise Cove Restaurant, Hwy 178, Lake Isabella. Breakfast 10 a.m. / Speaker 11 a.m. 760-379-4112.

■ 2 - 3:30 p.m., AA - KR Health Center, 67 Evans Rd., Wofford Hts. 760-379-4112 or 760-417-9701

Job Club will feature an employer panel and veteran resources. Invited presenters include business manager, Alutiiq LLC; admissions director, Airstreams Renewables; human resources assistant, China Lake; human resources assistant, Jacobs Technology, China Lake; senior human resources, Searles Valley Minerals; outreach, VA Healthcare System; outreach specialist, Bakersfield Vet Center; military educational liaison, University of Phoenix; job developers, Military Resource Center.

Dress for success. Bring your current resume and if you are a vet, your DD214.

Please call to RSVP, 760-446-2595.

Nuui Cunni Farmers Market April 21 The Kern River Paiute Council invites the public to visit the Nuui Cunni Farmers Market from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 21 for your fruit and produce needs.

Local honey, fresh eggs, healing native plant salves and teas, plus locally grown produce will be available. There is still a great assortment of native plants that can be planted now. The market is located at 2600 Highway 155 between Lake Isabella and Wofford Heights at the French Gulch Forest Service Recreation Area. For more information please contact the Nuui Cunni Cultural Center, 760-549-0800.

Property Owners, Senior Center, Lake Isabella (760) 760-379-1830.

■ 6:30 p.m., (2nd Tue.) Epilepsy Support Group, Bakersfield. 760-376-1606.

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

■ 7 - 8:30 p.m., AA, KR Health Center, 67 Evans Rd., Wofford Hts. 760-379-4112 or 760-417-9701 ■ 7 - 8:30 p.m., AA - Weldon Methodist Church, 20021 Hwy. 178, Weldon. 760-379-4112

Lakeshore Farmers Market April 21 Hosted by the Kern Valley Growers Association, this Market features locally grown certified fruit, produce, eggs and honey, along with certified organic produce from various organizations and shade grown, organic coffee, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 21. The market is at the Lakeshore Lodge, 7466 Wofford Blvd., Wofford Heights and accepts EBT/SNAP/CalFresh cards. For information call David Dills, 760-812-7833.

Wednesdays

■ 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831.

■ 9 -11:30 a.m. (1st & 3rd Wed.), Dam Quilters, senior apts. behind Vons, Lake Isabella. 760-3799921.

■ 9:30 a.m., TOPS weight loss group, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 661-867-2579.

■ 9:30 - 11 a.m., Me & My Friends children’s playgroup, Kernville Methodist Church, 760-3792556.

■ Noon (2nd Wed.) KRV Chamber of Commerce meeting, Moose Lodge, Lake Isabella. 760-3795236.

■ Noon, Eagles Lunch/Shuffleboard, open to public, Mt. Mesa. 760-379-3394.

■ 12 - 1:30 p.m., AA - Women’s Serenity Circle, Mtn. View Baptist Church, 2959 Erskine Creek Rd., Lake Isabella. 760-379-4112 ■ 12:30 p.m., Bridge Club, Eagles Lodge, Mt. Mesa. 760-376-4249.

■ 1:30 - 3 p.m., Grief Support Group, Optimal Hospice, 6504-E Lake Isabella Blvd.

■ 5:30 p.m., Weight Watchers, Weldon Methodist Church. 760-267-4693.

■ 6 p.m. (3rd Wed.), American Legion, Senior Center Veterans Room, Lake Isabella. 760-3795086.

■ 7 p.m. (3rd Wed.), Fish & Game Habitat Club, 631 E. Evans Rd., Wofford Hts. ■ 7 p.m. - 9:30 p.m., Senior Dance, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. Live band.

■ 7 - 8:30 p.m., AA, KR Health Center, 67 Evans Rd. Wofford Hts., 760-379-4112 or 760-417-9701 ■ 7 p.m., Elks Lodge, Wofford Blvd., Wofford Hts.

Thursdays

■ 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831.

■ 10 a.m., Exercise Class, Lakeridge Clubhouse, Lake Isabella. 760-379-3206.

■ 2 - 3 p.m., Hospice Grief Support Group, 6040-D Lake Isabella Blvd. 661-410-1010.

■ 12 - 1 p.m., AA, Senior Center, 6405 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. 760-379-4112.

■ 1 p.m. (3rd Mon.), Kern Valley Democratic Club, Senior Center, Lake Isabella.

■ 1 p.m., Line dance classes, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-0043.

■ 3 p.m. (2nd Mon.-Board/4th Mon.-Member ship), Kernville Chamber. 760-376-2629.

■ 5 - 7 p.m., Eagles spaghetti dinner, Mt. Mesa, open to public, 1st. Mon. 760-379-3394.

■ 6 - 9 p.m., KRV Comm. 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.

■ 7 p.m. (3rd Mon.), KRV Art Assoc., Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-2844.

■ 6 - 7 p.m., AA, Mtn. View Baptish Church, 2959 Erskine Creek Rd., Lake Isabella. 760-379-4112 or 760-417-9701.

■ 7:30 - 9 p.m., AA, Grace Chapel, 12308 Mtn. Mesa Rd., Mtn. Mesa. 760-379-4112.

■ 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831.

■ 8:30 a.m., Yoga Practice Group, Kernville Methodist Church. 909-753-9043.

■ 9 a.m. - noon, Thursday Painters, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5329.

■ 9:30 a.m., (3rd Thu.), Fire Safe Council, Supervisor’s office, County Bldg., Lake Isabella.

■ 9:30 a.m. (2nd Thu.), Aglow Int’l, Senior Center, Rm. 1, Lake Isabella. For women.

■ 11:45 a.m. (4th Thu.), KRV Women’s Club meeting, Elks Lodge.

■ Noon, Exchange Club, Paradise Cove.

■ 1 p.m., (2nd Thu.), Clan Diggers, Lake Isabella Library. 760-379-2303.

■ 5 - 7 p.m., TANF Cultural Night, French Gulch Campground.

■ 3:30 - 5 p.m. (4th Thu.), Kern River Valley Collaborative, Veterans Hall, Rm. 1., Lake Isabella. 760-379-2556, ext. 601.

■ 5 - 7 p.m., VFW Taco Thursday, open to public.

760-379-3877.

■ 4:30 p.m. (3rd Thu.), Republicans of Kern Valley, Moose Lodge, Lake Isabella.

760-376-1462.

■ 6 p.m., Rotary Club, Ewing’s restaurant, Kernville.

■ 6 p.m., Weight Watchers, Lake Ridge Mobile Home Park Club House, Lake Isabella. Weigh-in 5:30 p.m.

■ 6:30 p.m., Sweet Adelines, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. New members welcome.

■ 7 p.m., (3rd Thu.), Kern Valley Astronomy Club, Museum, Kernville. 760-376-1291.

■ 7 - 8:30 p.m., AA, Senior Center, 6405 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. 760-379-4112.

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■ 6 a.m. - 1 p.m., M - F, Senior Nutrition, Senior Center, Lake Isabella. 760-379-5831.

■ 8:30 a.m., Yoga Practice Group, Kernville Methodist Church. 909-753-9043.

■ 9:30 - 11a.m., Me & My Friends children’s playgroup, 1st Baptist Church, Lake Isabella. 760-3792556.

■ 10 a.m. (2nd Tue.), Kern Valley Garden Group.

760-379-1129.

■ 10 a.m. - noon Kern County Department of Public Health Immunization Clinic 7050 Lake Isabella Blvd, Lake Isabella. 877-818-4787 ■ 12:30 p.m., Bridge Club, Rod & Gun Club, E. Evans Rd., Wofford Hts. 760-376-4249.

■ 2 p.m. (2nd Tue.), KRV Cemetery District.

Public invited. 760-376-2189.

■ 6 p.m. (2nd Tue.), Lake Isabella-Bodfish

■ Friday, noon, Eagles Lodge, Mt. Mesa ■ Saturday, noon, South Fork Women’s Club, Fay Ranch Road., Weldon ■ Sunday, 11 a.m., Moose Lodge, Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella.

■ Wednesday, 1 p.m., Senior Center, Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella.

■ Thursday, Early Bird 12:15 p.m., Regular 1 p.m., St. Jude Catholic Church, Hwy. 155 & Nellie Dent Dr., Wofford Hts. This information is sent to the Courier by the groups listed. It is suggested that groups provide a phone number in case interested individuals need more information, or meeting times have changed.

18th Annual Kern River Valley Spring Nature & Earth Day Festival April 21 Audubon California’s Kern River Preserve is hosting the 18th annual Kern River Valley Spring Nature and Earth Day Festival in Weldon on Saturday, April 21.

Fairview Helispot star party April 21 Kern River Valley Astronomy Club is holding a Star Party starting at sunset (7:33 p.m.) the Saturday night closest to the New Moon at the Fairview Helispot, 12 miles north of Kernville (look for the orange cones about one mile south of McNally’s). For more information, contact Rich Burdge, daytime at 760-376-1291; evenings/weekends 760-376-6290 or email him at richburdge@aol.com. It is best to call to check if haze, smoke or cloud cover might prevent this event from happening.

2012 Kern River Festival April 21 and 22 Back this year, on Saturday and Sunday, April 21-22, is the Hooligan B.Y.O.B “Build Your Own Boat” Competition -- as much fun to watch as it is to race. Other events on the program include Brush Creek Extreme Slalom and Downriver Races complete with waterfalls, slides, a great granite amphitheater for spectator viewing, the traditional TJ Slalom race and new this year: a downriver Biathalon race.

Back again this year a Standup BoarderCross will be held in Riverside Park in downtown Kernville on Sunday, April 21.

All events have easy access for boaters and spectators. For more information, go to http://kernfestival.com/.

DAR Fancy Hat luncheon April 21 There are still a few tickets available for the Fancy Hat Luncheon being offered by Kawaiisu Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution.

The date is Saturday, April 21 at Paradise Cove Restaurant in Mountain Mesa. The price is $15. Call chapter regent Dona Anderson at 760-379-2828 or Lou Sanders at 760-3798690 to purchase your tickets.

Veterans of Foreign Wars breakfast April 22 Have breakfast from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Sunday, April 22 at the Kern River Valley VFW Post 7665 Hall, 2811 Nugget Ave., Lake Isabella. The second Sunday of every month features Eggs Benedict and the third Sunday of every month features crepes. For information call 760-379-3877.

Free Child Car Seat Safely Check April 25 A free child car seat safety check, sponsored by the Family Resource Center, assisted by Kern County Department of Public Health, is scheduled for Wednesday, April 25 from 10 a.m. to 3

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Congratulations to Fishing Derby Kevin B. Elliott Forest Supervisor My congratulations to all who fished, volunteered or participated in the Kern River Valley Chamber of Commerce’s Isabella Lake 23rd annual Fishing Derby. If ever there was an event that brings together families, friends and anglers -- all vying for cash prizes and big fishin' stories -- this was the place to be!

What a turnout, approximately 6,300 anglers registered to compete for the $250,000 cash prizes.

On Saturday, I came to the Kern River Valley to view firsthand the operation that entices thousands of shoulder-to-shoulder prospective anglers, both novice and seasoned, for one of the world’s largest trout derbies held in a fresh water lake.

I toured Camp 9, Reds Marina and Old Isabella with Rick Larson, district ranger. Next, we met with Kern County Boating Patrol and the California Coast Guard. During the upcoming summer holidays, their patrols will provide safety around the lake along with the U.S. Forest Service, Kern County Sheriff’s Department and volunteer Search and Rescue.

Our next stop was Auxiliary Dam, and then onto derby headquarters at the Moose Lodge. We met with the dedicated officials who tirelessly work endless hours in preparation for this fishing derby. My hats are off to them and the volunteers who are out at the break of dawn to “meet and greet” the visitors.

Annual events like this take months of preparation, provide stimulus to our economic vitality, and provide opportunities for community connections and collaborations. Many behind-thescenes preparations also provide a quality visitor experience to Lake Isabella. I would like to highlight a few: • Family Fishing Fun! An annual Operating Plan is prepared in detail for the Kern River Valley Chamber of Commerce. The Kern River Ranger

Driving the canyon District collaborates with the Chamber for approximately 10,000 entrants for the annual Isabella Lake Fishing Derby. This fishing event packs in trailers and vehicles along 38 miles Elliott of the lake’s shoreline. Planning efforts include multi-government coordination, providing additional field support, facilities and patrols.

Through special use permit fees, the Forest Service collects a small percentage of the revenue earned during the event.

• Dock repairs! This winter, forest employees began improvements to 20year-old boat launch sites, lake docks and the dredging boat loading ramps for easier public access to Isabella Lake.

• Boat launch improvements!

California Department of Boating and Waterways (DBW) granted $470,000 to the Sequoia for boat launch facility improvements at five locations around the lake. Early this summer docks will be replaced with boarding floats and gangway facilities at Launch 19/Main Dam, Old Isabella Recreation Area, South Fork Recreation Area, Camp 9 Campground, and Tillie Creek Day Use Area. New visitor wayside signing is also planned at all five locations.

• Smiles! There was an overabundance of smiles, cheerful greetings, and joyful glee from everyone fishing for cash prizes, especially the winners!

Throughout the Kern River Valley, recreation opportunities exist to connect our public to the great outdoors providing camping, picnicking, fishing, boating, skiing, windsurfing, and swimming. Year-round visitors have numerous opportunities to experience America's outdoors with family and friends. There is nothing like a weekend of fishing to relieve the stresses of the week.

Spring is here! Plan your next trip, share the joy with family and mark your calendars for Isabella Lake 24th Annual Fishing Derby. See you then!

Thank you Kern River Valley Thank you Kern River Valley for making the Career Day event on March 22, 2012 successful. It is a tribute to our close-knit, rural community that business, educators and residents gather together to discuss local opportunities for career growth in the Kern River Valley. On March 22, Career Day - “Successful

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Rod Middleworth Kern River Courier Columnist I volunteer at the Kern River Valley Historical Society’s Museum in Kernville every month.

Working there, I meet a lot of people, from near and far -- from Middleworth Bakersfield to Australia. I’ve noticed that many of them have that pinched, haggard look that comes from driving up the Kern River Canyon for the first time. It’s not to be taken lightly. There are few other roads in California that are as winding, steep and dangerready.

The thrill, combined with breath-taking views make the drive beautiful as well as heart-stopping.

Driving toward the mouth of the canyon and looking to the left they can see the Kern River, in many cases a several hundred drop to the rush of icy waters. Often there is no guard rail and the drop starts about 12 inches from the side of the asphalt -- a sobering reminder that you better keep your car between the white lines, both traveling north or south.

A glance to the right and they see the canyon wall festooned with huge granite rocks -- all apparently poised to drop around or on the unsuspecting motorist!

Yet for those of us who drive on

Rloute 178 through the canyon often, it’s business as usual, and we forget about those views that awe the new driver.

There is an etiquette that canyon drivers are expected to follow. If there are one or more cars behind you traveling at a higher rate of speed, it behooves you to find a turn out and pull over. It is common courtesy and appreciated by the other drivers. I know what the law says, but still, if there is only one and he is faster, pull over and let him go.

I am reminded of a true story of two ladies who were driving up the canyon one busy weekday. The driver was new to the canyon and the passenger, who was half asleep, was a canyon veteran and somehow assumed the driver was aware of the unwritten courtesy.

Suddenly the passenger heard the driver muttering to herself, “It’s a good thing we got an early start because, look at all the cars behind me."

The passenger took one look, and gasping, told the driver to pull into the next turnout and to wait until the other cars had passed.

In the meantime she sank low in her seat, praying that none of the passing cars were friends of hers.

None were, but another canyon tale was born.

Wofford Heights resident Rod Middleworth, a retired security manager for Pacific Bell, is an instructor for the local AARP Driver Safety Program.

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Kern Valley Festival Gear Swap This year, as last year, Katharine Edmondson is running the Gear Swap with the proceeds going to the Kern River Park Restoration Project and asking you to please look at your stored gear - things that you really don’t use anymore but are still useful, and donate them to the cause. This goes for any type of sports gear - skiing, climbing, paddling, running, swimming and all that stuff. The Festival is being held Saturday and Sunday, April 21 and 22. If there is a big ticket item, like a boat or skies, or things that you really need some money for, you can sell them yourself at the gear swap and donate 25 percent of what you get for the project.

However, you must be there to sell your own gear, please, since Edmondson will have her hands full with the gear that is donated.

Volunteers are needed to cover a few hours each on Saturday. Call with any questions, 760-549-3697 or email katharine4@gmail.com.

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Suicide Survivor support group A peer support group for anyone who has lost someone to suicide meets on the second Wednesday of every month at the Kern Valley

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They also recieved $3,076.97 from Flower Filly Sue’s mayor campaign, 35 percent of her total raised.

Also awarded KV Football and Cheer $500 Mt. View Baptist Youth $300.

Kern Valley FHA-HERO recieved $500 from the Chamber for running the Whiskey Flat Days Rodeo.

Mayor candidate, Calmity’s Jule, raised $607.41 each for Family Preservation Community Services and the Rotary Club.

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The Sheriff’s Activity League (SAL) received $300 from the Kernville Chamber for their volunteer work at Whiskey Flat Days.

Pro-Tec Carpet Care is retiring effective April 11, 2012 We thank our customers for their loyalty and friendship over the past 15 years.

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PICKS OF THE WEEK “Joyful Noise” (PG-13) — Dolly Parton and Queen Latifah go head to head in this high-volume shipment of cheese and song. Vi (Latifah) is the director of a smalltown church choir with dreams of winning the National Joyful Noise Competition. Choir veteran G.G. (Parton) thinks it’s time the whole choir thing should go “Sister Act 2” and get a new style. Soon, G.G.’s talented bad-boy grandson (Jeremy Jordon) and Vi’s talented-choirgirl daughter (Keke Palmer) start getting too close. For those who cannot digest TV’s “Glee,” steer wide and clear of this one. The songs can be catchy and impressive and even a little uplifting. It’s the script and the vacant humor that knock this one off key.

“Haywire” (R) — Somebody at the big, morally ambiguous spy office sure goofed again, because another trained killer has “gone rogue” after a failed backstabbing. This time it’s Gina Carano, a mixed-martial arts fighter trying on her first movie role as Mallory Kane, an assassin bent on getting revenge on those who betrayed her. The story is familiar, but well-executed. Director Steven Soder-bergh utilizes his female lead well. You can tell it’s her in the action scenes, and when she’s not fighting, she’s surrounded by more experienced actors. Carano makes a great action hero because you believe she really could do that

move where she strangles a hitman with her legs while twisting his arm.

DOG OF THE WEEK Keke Palmer, Dolly “New Parton in “Joyful Noise” Year’s Eve” (PG-13) — What happens when you pack as many stars as you can fit into a romantic comedy set around one day? An unlovable lump of cameos and an annoying ad campaign where it’s obvious that many of the stars couldn’t be paid to do a promo shot.

This movie is the toxic runoff created by overpressured mediocrity.

It’s the fruitcake of film; a dense, unwanted amalgamation of unused tidbits that forces its way into our lives around the holidays. It stars Hilary Swank, Robert De Niro and a ton of other people who don’t mind being left off the list. Each cluster of stars forms its own little love story that is somehow vaguely connected to the other vignettes. In the end, all the half-baked stories come to a big undeserved climax that unconvincingly demands that you experience tender emotions. © 2012 King Features Synd., Inc.

Recipes for Dummies by Bodfish Bob Bodfish Bob's Breakfast Skillet 1/4 pound sliced bacon, diced 1/4 cup chopped onion 1 (15.5 ounce) can hominy, drained 4 eggs, beaten 1/8 teaspoon pepper In a skillet, cook bacon until almost crisp; drain. Add onion.

Continue cooking until bacon is crisp and onion is tender. Stir in hominy, eggs and pepper. Cook and stir until the eggs are completely set.

Bodfish Bob’s Breakfast Casserole Bodfish Bob’s Cheese Omelet 1/2 c Egg Beaters 1 oz. Velveeta light salt & pepper butter-flavored Pam Heat 8-inch skillet to medium temperature. Spray with Pam. Pour in Egg Beaters. Sprinkle with salt & pepper.

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Fishing report good to great Mike Mencarini Kern River Courier Columnist If you’re a bass fisherman, then the news is great.

If you’re a crappie fisherman, then your news is good.

If you’re fishing for trout, then your news Mencarini is, well, let’s just say that the river is your good news.

The bass bite is improving almost daily, with lots of one- to three-pounders being caught.

What’s nice about this is that it won’t matter whether you are in a boat or fishing from shore, there are lots of fish being caught these days. The lake has given up its first really big bass of the year, tipping the scales at more than 14 pounds.

I would like to take a moment here and thank all of you bass fisherman who practice catch and

release. I have only one tiny request and that is after catching a large female loaded with eggs, release her quickly and near her nest. One thing that has always bothered me is that spawning females caught during tournaments are stuck in a live well all day then released far from where they were nesting.

Rumor has it that the crappie are starting their move to shallow water.

Camp Nine and North Fork are getting some pressure these days.

Trout fishing in the lake should be slowing a bit. That’s normal for this time of year.

Here is something to think about: in the upcoming election, make sure the candidate you choose has your best interest in mind.

Here is a tip for you gardeners out there. Fertilize your roses with the unused portions of today’s catch.

Mike Mencarini is a Wofford Heights resident and a avid fisherman. For questions or comments you can reach him through the Kern River Courier, office@kern rivercourier.com.

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Lake Isabella Weekdays, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. business calls only, 760-549-2100

Kern County Fire Stations Kernville Station 76 11018 Kernville Road Kernville business calls only, 760-376-2219 Lake Isabella Station 72 4500 Lake Isabella Blvd.

Lake Isabella business calls only, 760-379-2626 Southlake Station 71 9000 Navajo Ave. Weldon business calls only, 760-378-3055

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

Recreation information U.S. Forest Service Isabella Lake office: 4875 Ponderosa Drive.

760-379-5646 Kernville office: 105 Whitney Rd. 760-376-3781 (around the corner from the museum) Closed weekends.

General infomation Kern River Valley Chamber of Commerce 6404 Lake Isabella Blvd.

Lake Isabella (across from Senior Center) Local: 760-379-5236 Toll Free: 866-KRV4FUN Kernville Chamber of Commerce 11447 Kernville Rd. Kernville (corner Sierra Way & Kernville Roads) Local: 760-376-2629 Toll Free: 866-KERNVILLE

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Clarence Semonious, Pastor Prince of Peace Lutheran Fellowship, Kernville

believe in him for eternal life. 1 Timothy 1:16); • Tenacious (Therefore, my beloved brothers, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that in the Lord your labor is not in One bumper vain. 1 Corinthians 15:58). sticker said, “Be Also the “L” in lert is capitalized Alert. The world grammatically, but also because, needs more lerts.” Semonious So now faith, hope, and love abide, No one seems to be these three; but the greatest of interested in defining a lert. My these is love. 1 Corinthians 13:13. suggestion is A Lert is a Christian, Luke 10:25 through verse 37, in that: relates an • Loving, example of “ The world needs more lerts” (For the whole love. It does - Semonious not speak of law is fulfilled in one word: You loving a shall love your stranger but a neighbor as yourself. Galatians member of a despised class. A lert 5:14); is needed in the world as a fleshed • Enthusiastic, (Do not be out example of love thy neighbor. slothful in zeal, be fervent in spirit, The “E” is an English synonym serve the Lord. Romans 12:11); for fervent as in James 5:16, • Reflecting (But I received Confess your faults one to another, mercy for this reason, that in me, and pray one for another, that ye as the foremost, Jesus Christ might may be healed. The effectual ferdisplay his perfect patience as an vent prayer of a righteous man example to those who were to availeth much. (KJV)

Jack Duitsman, Pastor Father’s Heart Foursquare Church, Kernville And behold, I am sending forth the promise of My Father upon you; Duitsman but you are to stay in the city until you are clothed with power from on high.- Luke 24:49 An amazing transformation occurred between the last passages of the Gospels, and the first verses of the book of Acts.

As the Gospels closed, a barely hanging in there group of followers was not quite certain of what had taken place over the days of Jesus’ crucifixion and resurrection.

Yet as the book of Acts opened, these believers appeared to have turned a corner into a fledgling Church that just might be able to stand in the power of the Lord Jesus. Is there any link that might make sense out of this or are we to believe that in the simple turning of a Bible page the insurmountable roadblocks just melted away and left undeniable courage in its place?

What Peter and the first century Christians had to face was in no way different than what rises within us to oppose the purpose of the Father in our lives. If we remove their experience from ours then we run the risk of trivializing the

Scriptures, and marginalizing our own ability to be shaped by the power of God. But if we embrace the touch of God as universally necessary in every age, and universally available to all who believe, then we give the Holy Spirit opportunity to work in our day what He has worked in every other day.

Jesus commanded His disciples to remain in Jerusalem until they had received the “promise of the Father.” Take Jerusalem out of the equation, it was no more special than whatever places you and I occupy on earth today.

The disciples took seriously the promise of the Lord to powerfully transform their lives, and they gathered in a group where that was the ruling order. Make no mistake, transformation came about as a result of God working among His people, but the fuse was certainly lit by those early Christians taking the Word seriously and gathering together for the sake of seeing its outworking in their day. Should we be willing to embrace the desire of our Savior to transform our lives, and as we find opportunity to stand with others so determined, we will indeed enter into the power of Pentecost that has been revisited in every generation of believers since that first assembled group in Jerusalem.

Let’s believe for this, pray for this, assemble for this reason, and expect that the Father of love has His perfect will to be worked in this generation as He has in every other generation.

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Father’s Heart Foursquare Church Kernville Elementary School, Kernville. Service Sunday 9:30 a.m. 760-223-6704 First Baptist Church of Kernville 46 Valley View Drive, Kernville. Sunday Service 10:45 a.m. 760-376-6403 Kernville United Methodist Church 251 Big Blue Rd., Kernville. Worship Celebration, 9:30 a.m. 760-376-2751 Prince of Peace Lutheran Fellowship Center 44 Big Blue Road, Kernville. Sunday School 9 a.m., Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. 760-417-2014 St. Peter’s Anglican Church 11900 Sierra Way, Kernville. Sunday Service 10:00 a.m. 760-376-6362 St. Sherrian’s Episcopal Church Services held at Kernville United Methodist Church. Sundays 11 a.m.

Wofford Heights Family Life Center Foursquare Church 20 W. Panorama, Wofford Heights. Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. 760-376-6719 New Life Assembly of God 25 Arden Av., Wofford Heights. Sunday Services 9 a.m., 10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m.760-376-6402 St. Jude Catholic Church 86 Nellie Dent Dr., Wofford Heights Sunday Mass 8 a.m. & 10 a.m., Sat. 4 p.m.

(760) 376-2416 Calvary Chapel 125 Sycamore Drive, Wofford Heights. Services: Sun. 10 a.m. and Wed. 6:30 p.m.760-376-8789 Christ Fellowship 80 Evans Road, Wofford Heights. Sunday Service 10:30 a.m.

Lake Isabella First Baptist Church of Lake Isabella 3701 Suhre, Lake Isabella. Sunday Services 8:30 a.m., 11:00 a.m. Sunday School 9:45 a.m.

760-379-5615 Fountain of Christ Church 5101 #A Lake Isabella Blvd, Lake Isabella.

Sunday Service: 9:45 a.m. Wed. 5:30 p.m.

760-417-0793 Landmark Missionary Baptist Church 2741 Mountain View Rd, Lake Isabella. Sunday Services 9:45 a.m. & 5:00 p.m. 760-379-5640 Mt. View Southern Baptist Church 2959 Erskine Creek Rd, Lake Isabella Sunday Services 8:30, 11:15 a.m. & 6:00 p.m.

760-379-4296 Jehovah’s Witnesses Kingdom Hall 1911 Edith Ave., Lake Isabella. 760-379-8672

Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church (LCMS) 377 Highway 155, Lake Isabella. Sunday Services 11 a.m. 760-379-2343 Kern Valley Bible Church 3920 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella. Sunday Services 9:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. 760-379-5482 Church of the Nazarene 2931 Erskine Creek Rd., Lake Isabella. Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. 760) 379-2062 Highland Chapel United Methodist 5301 Lake Isabella Bl., Lake Isabella. Sunday School & Worship 10:30 a.m. 760-379-2120 Lake Isabella Church of Christ 3711 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella. Worship Sunday 11 a.m. and 5 p.m., Wed. 6 p.m. Bible study Sun. 10 a.m.

Kern River Valley Seventh Day Adventist 3801 Golden Spur, Lake Isabella. Saturday Service 9:30 a.m. 760-379-3206 Kern Valley Pentecostal LightHouse Church 3730 Wagon Wheel Dr., Lake Isabella. Sunday School 9:45 Services 10:45 a.m., 5 p.m. Wed. Service 6 p.m. 760-379-5819

Mt. Mesa Church of Christ Mt. Mesa 6400 Dogwood Av., Mt. Mesa. Sunday Services 9:30 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. 760-379-4792 Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints 6400 Park Av., Mt. Mesa. Sunday Services 10:00 a.m. 760-379-2904 Grace Chapel 12312 Mt. Mesa Rd., Mt. Mesa. Sunday Services 9:45 a.m. 760-379-4093 Christian Assembly 12424 Mountain Mesa Rd., Mt. Mesa. Sunday Services 10:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. 760-379-6377 Victory Tabernacle (United Pentecostal) 4324 Birch, Mt. Mesa. Sunday Services 4 p.m.

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Southlake/Weldon Kern Christian Church “The River” 14900 Hwy 178, Southlake. Sunday Services 8:30 a.m. and 10 a.m. 760-378-3780 He Cares Fellowship 16475 Hwy 178, Southlake. Services Sunday 9:30 a.m., Wednesday 6:30 p.m. 760-379-6935 Weldon United Methodist Church 20021 Hwy. 178, Weldon. Sunday Services 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. 760-378-2321 Weldon Baptist Church 20674 Highway 178, Weldon. Sunday Services 10 a.m. & 6 p.m. 760-378-4964 Church listings are free. Please contact the Courier office.

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Calendar, Continued from page 2 p.m. All car seat checks will be by appointment only. Please call the FRC at 760-379-2556 with your child’s age, weight and height no later than Monday, April 23. Information on new guidelines and regulations will be available. The check will take place at Rush 2 Learning, 4200 Hatton Ave., Lake Isabella. All families in Kern River Valley with children using child car seats are encouraged to make their appointment today.

Town Hall Candidates forum April 23 The Lake Isabella-Bodfish Property Owners’ Association is hosting a town hall meeting to introduce the candidates running for Kern County First District Supervisor. The meeting will take place Monday, April 23 at 6 p.m. at the Senior Center in Lake Isabella. This is a question and answer opportunity for all. The event is open to everyone in the Kern River Valley. Please call 760-379-5818 for more information.

Lake Isabella Hazard Reduction meeting April 23 The Kern County Fire Department will be holding Hazard Reduction meetings to discuss the importance of keeping a fire safe community, vegetation management and the upcoming 2012 fire season.

Members of the public are strongly encouraged to attend this informational meeting on Monday, April 23, at 6 p.m. at the Senior Center, 6405 Lake Isabella Blvd. Local Supervisors will be invited as well as the Forest Service, BLM, CERT teams, and others involved in keeping a fire safe community. For more information visit www.kerncountyfire.org or call fire captain and public information officer, Derek Tisinger at 661-330-0133.

Kernville Chamber mixer April 23 Kernville Chamber of Commerce presents a Membership Spotlight for Kern River Paiute Council on Monday April 23 at 5 p.m. Join them for hors d’oeuvres and refreshments and find out more about the cultural center at 2600 Highway 155. For more information contact Kernville Chamber of Commerce 760-376-2629 or Kern River Paiute Council 760-549-0800.

Commodities distribution April 24 Government food commodities will be distributed to those who qualify on Tuesday, April 24 at the New Life Church in Wofford Heights, Grace Chapel in Mountain Mesa and at the Senior Center in Lake Isabella. Distribution starts at 8 a.m.

Supervisor McQuiston office hours April 24 Lori Acton, field representative for First District Supervisor Jon McQuiston, will hold office hours Tuesday, April 24 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and is available to meet with walk-in constituents. For more information, call 760-549-2068.

KRV Historical Society meeting April 24 The public is invited to attend a presentation by Dan Christenson. Christenson, now retired, was a member of the Forest Service for 40 years. His presentation is about the changes to the Montane Meadows in the Sierra Nevada Mountains and their impacts on the golden trout in the Kern River. The meeting will be held at the Senior Center in Lake Isabella on April 24 beginning at 7 p.m. It’s free to the public.

For questions, call the Kern Valley Museum 760-376-6683 during the hours of 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday through Sunday.

Search and Rescue general meeting April 25 The next meeting of Kern Valley Search and Rescue is on Wednesday, April 25 at 7 p.m. at the facility behind 2959 Erskine Creek Road. Everyone interested in joining the unit should attend.

Bakersfield Muzzleloaders 42nd Peter Lebec Rendezvous April 25 - 29 The 42nd annual Peter Lebec Rendezvous, being held April 25-29 in Weldon, is a celebration of our nation’s frontier history.

Primitive, tin teepee or flatlander, single or families -- all are welcome. Period dress is recommended, but not required. Some of the events include shooting, Friday and Saturday night dinners, costume contest, jam session, pie contest, daily raffle and 50/50 drawings, hawk throw, stake shoot.

There will be separate modern and primitive camping areas. No inline or modern firearms allowed. Daily visitors are welcome. For more information call Don Mills at 760-382-8887 or Monty Meeks at 661946-2482 or visit the website at www.bakersfieldmuzzleloaders.net.

Alta Sierra Hazard Reduction meeting April 28 The Kern County Fire Department will be holding Hazard Reduction meetings to discuss the importance of keeping a fire safe community, vegetation management, and the upcoming 2012 fire season. Members

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Kern River Courier Page 7 of the public are strongly encouraged to attend this informational meeting on Saturday, April 28 at 10 a.m. at the former park headquarters at 9665 Old State Road in Alta Sierra. Local supervisors will be invited as well as the Forest Service, BLM, CERT Teams and others involved in keeping a fire safe community. For more news and information visit www.kerncountyfire.org or call fire captain and public information officer, Derek Tisinger at 661330-0133.

Trout Fest April 28 Touch a fish, taste a fish or feed a fish!

Children: bring your parents to the Kern River Hatchery for a free fun-filled day of fishing activities and fascinating facts about California native trout on Saturday, April 28 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Learn fishing basics, make a fish print, visit the museum, and try your hand at catching a trout. The 15 games, events and exhibits are all free. The Hatchery is at 14415 Sierra Way, Kernville, just one mile north of Sierra Gateway Market, across from Camp Owen.

5/10K Whiskey Flat Trail Run April 28 Run 4 A Way at the Whiskey Flat Trail Head, Kernville on Saturday, April 28.

Register now to assure you get a spot. The first 50 people to register will receive a complimentary one hour rafting trip hosted by Sierra South Paddle Sports right after the run (a $37 value). Registration link: http://bit.ly/whiskeyflatrun2012.

Kern River Valley Womans Club annual membership tea, April 30 Kern River Valley Womans Club annual membership tea will be Monday, April 30 at 2 p.m. Any woman interested in learning about the club is invited to call Gloria Reynolds at 760-376-4174.

Prayer Breakfast May 3 All are invited to participate in the monthly prayer breakfast at Los Polomos restau-

rant in Lake Isabella on the first Thursday of each month from 7 a.m. to 8 a.m.

Rotary Car Show and Pet Parade May 5 Rotary Club of Kern River Valley is hosting its 13th annual car show, “Down by the River Side,” from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Saturday, May 5 in Kernville’s Riverside Park across Kernville Road from the start of the mile-long 31st annual Sirretta Street Yard Sale which starts at 8 a.m. The car show includes food, vendors, music and a free Pet Parade at 12:15 p.m. Sign up at 11 a.m. The public is welcome to attend at no charge. For more information, visit RotaryCarShow.com or contact Paul Cromwell 760-417-1008 or email info@rotarycarshow.com.

Spring Health Fair May 16 Forty information booths, free health tips, free or low-cost screenings: lipid blood draw, cholesterol, blood sugar fingersticks, pulse oximetry, cartoid screenings, depression/stress tests plus drawings and prizes. will be at the Spring Health Fair on Wednesday, May 16 from 9 to 11:30 a.m. at the Kern Valley Hospital. Healthy snacks provided. The Health Fair is sponsored by the Kern Valley Hospital, partnering with the KRV Collaborative and Kernville Union School District. For information call 760-379-5257 ext. 24.

To include your event in our free Courier Calendar, send the information to us by email or on paper, either in person or by mail (our address is on page 2). Submissions must be received on Tuesday by 1 p.m. in order to make each Friday's issue. Events must be open to the public and if there is any cost, it must be listed. Items submitted for our free Calendar listings may be shortened. Listings are printed in chronological order by event date and space available.

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18th Annual Kern River Valley Spring Nature & Earth Day Festival Saturday April 21

Come celebrate Spring in the Kern River Valley Kern River Preserve Special to the Courier The Kern Valley Spring Nature Festival is a celebration of our natural and recreational diversity at the height of spring abundance.

Within our intimate wild mix of habitat types and floristic provinces (distinct major regions of life) may be found plants and animals of the Great Basin, Mojave Desert and Californian Floristic Provinces. This grand mix is unparalleled anywhere else in the United States and Canada.

The Kern River Valley is one of

nature’s most diverse homes: 350 bird species (233 species per Nature Fest and more than 200 nesting species), Spring bird migration creates an exciting time for birders visiting the Kern Valley Spring Nature Festival.

The region also hosts 138 butterfly species (more than 68 percent of California’s lepidoptera), 2,000-plus species of plants (a third of California’s flora) and the highest mammal diversity in the United States (115 species).

Audubon California’s globally important 3,000-acre Kern River Preserve is located at 18747 Highway

178, Weldon, and part of Sequoia National Forest’s 1,200-acre South Fork Wildlife Area, California Department of Fish & Game’s 8,400acre Canebrake Ecological Reserve.

Schedule of Events • 7 a.m. Early Birding Walk at Kern River Preserve Headquarters The birding is excellent at Kern River Preserve in the spring. On this walk you will have a good chance to see Lawrence’s Goldfinch, Red-shouldered Hawk, Western Bluebird, Tri-colored Blackbird and many other species.

• 8 a.m. Red-tailed Hawk Trail See wildlife, Native American grinding holes, Fay Creek and scenic views of one of the finest riparian forests left in California as you make this moderately difficult climb to a scenic overlook.

• 9 a.m to 3 p.m. Information Booth - Staff and volunteers will keep you informed about this event and the Kern River Preserve. Stop in an buy a T-shirt or learn how to become a supporter of Kern River Preserve.

• 9 a.m. Bird Walk at Kern River Preserve Headquarters - The Kern River Preserve is beautiful in the spring.

On this naturalist-led walk we will visit the river forest to see many species of birds and wildlife.

• 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Native Plant Sale - Upper Kern River Watershed Coordinator with Desert Mountain RC&D Council will be holding a Water Wise Fire Wise Native Plant Sale and Irrigation Efficiency Workshop.

• 10 a.m. to noon. Careful Field Observation. Bob Barnes, noted birder/teacher, will guide in the field. Gain tips for enjoying birds through leisure-

ly in-depth observation, enhancing ID skills, and learning bird sounds. Equal success for absolute beginner/novice to intermediate/ expert birders, teachers and trip leaders.

• 10 a.m. Junior Rangers Program - Volunteers Birdie Foster and Debbie Campbell will lead kids of all ages and their parents through the Junior Naturalist Program. This is a great way to learn about our Preserve’s wildlife sand our conservation mission.

• Noon: Picnic Lunch - bring some food and refreshments to enjoy while you visit.

• 1 p.m. Music with Out of the Blue - Listen to lovely music from a local band with deep roots and an abiding love for the people and natural wonders of the Kern River Valley.

• 2 p.m - Natural History and Habitat Restoration Walk - See what 25 years of habitat restoration has resulted in and how it benefits wildlife at the Kern River Preserve.

All Kern Valley Spring Nature Festival events are being held at the Kern River Preserve, 18747 Highway 178 in Weldon.

For directions and general information on Audubon’s Kern River Preserve, please visit our webpage at - kern.audubon.org, email rtollefson@audubon.org or telephone 760-378-2531.

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Announcements, Continued from page 3 Hospital cafeteria from 6 to 8 p.m. This is a safe place to share your grief, find hope and achieve healing. For more information, call 760379-3412. If you are in crisis, call the Kern County Mental Health hotline at 800-991-5272.

It’s time to recycle Telephone Books This is the 24th year for telephone book recycling in Kern County. In the last 23 years, more than 1,500 tons of telephone books have been collected. Here are some recycling choices: • Take them to a participating school or library -- they get money for recycling!

• Take them to a County Drop-off Recycling Center.

• Put them in your curbside recycling container, or county library locations: Kern River Valley Branch, 7054 Lake Isabella Blvd. in Lake Isabella; Kernville Branch, 48 Tobias St. in Kernville; Wofford Heights Branch, 6400-B Wofford Blvd. in Wofford Heights.

It doesn’t matter where you recycle your phone books - it just matters that you do recycle them. If you have any questions regarding this program, contact Aurora Rush at the Kern County Waste Management Department at 661-862-8980.

Alzheimer’s Disease Association Adult Day Program The Alzheimer's Disease Association of Kern County hosts the Adult Day Services Program every Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Lake Isabella Senior Center. The program was developed as a way to care for the frail, elderly and persons with a memory loss who shouldn’t be left unattended or who enjoy stimulating activities. ADAKC offers a meaningful and safe situation outside of the home for participants and needed relief time for their caregivers. The program includes limited physical exercise, fellowship, community involvement, arts and crafts, music, reminiscing, guest entertainers, support services, meals, and is by suggested donation of $20 per day, not required. The program is staffed by caring, trained respite coordinators, program assistants and volunteers. Call 661-393-8871 for more information.

Daughters of the American Revolution State Regent Karon Jarrard was welcomed to the recent meeting of Kawaiisu Chapter by Regent Dona Anderson.

Jarrard reported on the recent State Conference and she encouraged members to write their own story.

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Friends of the Library Book Corral To better serve our Kern River Valley communities, The Friends Of The Library Book Corral in Mt. Mesa will be closing on April 28 and moving to the main library located at 7054 Lake Isabella Blvd., Lake Isabella. Periodic book sales will be held in the future. No further book donations will be accepted at the Mt. Mesa facility, all books and media should go to your local library. For further information please call 760-223-3449. Thank you for your continued support.

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Turning 65, part 3 Harry P. Thal Kern River Courier Columnist

Last week, I had people who are turning 65 and receiving lots of ads in the mail, to sort them into piles. We dealt Thal with official Medicare publications and mail, as well as Medicare Advantage plans.

Most people prefer to select their own personal physician, and would like unrestricted referrals to the best hospitals and the best specialists that are available to them. These people want to have an insurance policy to provide maximum flexibility and choice.

Medicare supplements come in a variety of plan designs. To avoid confusion, and to aid in comparing one plan against the other, all plans have been standardized.

Therefore, a Plan A from one company will have identical benefits to another company’s Plan A. Each plan type has a varying benefit.

Some plans cover one thing, while another plan does not, trying to keep costs under control.

Personally, for most people who want the independence and freedom of choice available with Original Medicare Parts A and Part B, I recommend Medicare

Supplement Plan F. This is the most comprehensive of the plans, and therefore, I get the fewest complaints about during the year.

Plan F picks up and pays in full the Medicare deductibles and all copayments. I tell my clients they may leave their wallet and checkbook at home. For most allowed services, there is no expense beyond the monthly premium.

That’s the only major difference.

Cost. Reading the brochures does not give the true picture of cost.

Some plan F’s discount their published price if there is another member of your household on the same plan, or if you are paying by an automatic bank draft arrangement.

The choice of plan also depends on where you live. In Kern County, I use one plan, but if an individual lives in L.A., I might recommend a different plan. The coverage will be the same, but the cost differs significantly.

Next week I will discuss the last pile of mail, the Medicare Part D prescription drug plan.

Harry P. Thal, MA, is a licensed insurance broker. He is president of the Kern Association of Health Underwriters and on the National Association of Health Underwriters Medicare Advisory Board. He may be reached at 760-376-2100, email harrythal@aol.com or visit him on the web at www.harrythal. com

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Toxins threaten pet health Many items around our households, although theyy may not be toxic to us as humans, become life threating when ingested by our pets. The following is a list of the top toxic items that our pets may find in the home.

• Human medications are at the top of the list of pet toxins. The most common culprits include over-the-counter medications, antidepressants and ADHD medications. Even a small dose of infant Tylenol or aspirin is enough to kill a cat.

• •Insecticides are commonly used on our pets for flea control and around our houses to control crawling and flying bugs. Always follow label directions.

“Dog Top Spots” used for flea and tick control, should never be used on cats.

• Baits used to kill mice and rats are mostly grain based. Not only does this attract rodents, but it attracts dogs and cats. There are several different types of rodenticides that can cause seizures, internal bleeding or kidney failure.

Always make sure these items are placed in areas that pets cannot access.

• Xylitol, grapes, raisins, onions and garlic are commonly ingested by our pets. Grapes and raisins can cause kidney failure in dogs, while onions and garlic can cause anemia if enough is ingested. Xylitol, a sugar alcohol used to sweeten sugar free gums and mints, can cause low blood sugar and liver failure in dogs. Macadamia nuts are also toxic to our pets.

• Many medications made for our pets are flavored for ease of giving.

Unfortunately, that means that animals may ingest the entire bottle of medication if they find it tasty. Common chew-

able medications include arthritis and incontinence medications. Contact your veterinarian immediately if your pet ingests more than his proper dose of medication.

• Chocolate, including baking chocolate and cocoa powder in baked products, contains methylxanthines, which acts as stimulants to our pets. The darker the chocolate, the more methylxanthines it contains. Methylxanthines can cause agitation, vomiting, diarrhea, high heart rate, muscle tremors, seizures and death.

• Cleaning supplies, such as bleach, acids, alkalis and other detergents, can cause corrosive injury to the mouth and stomach. Other household items such as batteries and liquid potpourri can cause similar problems. Always keep these toxins behind securely locked doors.

• Both house plants and outdoor plants can be ingested by our pets. Lilies can cause life-threatening kidney failure in cats, while sago palms can cause liver failure in dogs and cats. Keep house plants and bouquets away from your pets.

• Many herbicides have a salty taste, and our pets will commonly ingest them.

Always follow label directions and keep pets off treated areas until they are dry.

• Antifreeze, fertilizers and ice melts are all substances that animals can find outdoors. Keep these items in securely locked sheds or on high shelves where pets cannot get to them.

If you have any reason to suspect your pet has ingested something toxic, please contact your veterinarian or the Animal Poison Control Center’s 24-hour hotline at 888-426-4435.

To Your Good Health

When meds fail to put out fire Paul G. Donohue, M.D. Courier Syndicated Columnist DEAR DR. DONOHUE: I am 25.

I have a serious case of GERD. I’ve been put on four different medicines. They aren’t working.

I also have palpitations throughout the day. I’ve been told by doctors and nurses that there is nothing dangerous about them. I’d like to know if this true. — J.C. Dear J.C. GERD — gastroesophageal reflux disorder — is heartburn. It’s the upward spurting of stomach acid and digestive juices into the esophagus, the swallowing tube, a place that is not able to cope with these corrosive juices.

Eliminate or go easy on foods that make GERD worse: citrus fruits; tomatoes; onions; carbonated drinks; spicy, fatty or fried foods; chocolate; peppermint; and caffeine.

If you’re overweight, weight loss lessens GERD symptoms. Don’t lie down after eating. Don’t smoke.

Sleep with your head, chest and stomach on a slope by putting 6-inch blocks under the bedposts at the head of your bed. That position keeps stomach acid in the stomach.

Don’t wear clothes that constrict your stomach like tight pants or belts.

Medicines called “proton pump inhibitors” nearly completely turn off acid production. Nexium, Prevacid, Prilosec, Protonix, Aciphex and Dexilant are their names. If you still

have heartburn while on these medicines, it’s OK to use an antacid along with them.

If medicines fail, other causes of heartburn need consideration, things like bile reflux or eosinophilic esophagitis. If these conditions aren’t found, then surgical treatment of GERD is an option that’s open to you.

Palpitations mean a thumping or racing heart. They can be felt as a thud in the chest. The cause is an extra beat — or more correctly, a premature beat — one that comes before it should. The beat after a premature beat is delayed. During the delay, the heart fills with more blood than usual, and that causes a thump in the chest when the heart empties.

Premature beats are almost always innocent and need no treatment. You can believe your doctors and nurses.

The booklet on GERD explains this common malady and its treatment. To order a copy, write: Dr. Donohue — No. 501W, Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475. Enclose a check or money order (no cash) for $4.75 with the recipient’s printed name and address. Please allow four weeks for delivery. Dr. Donohue regrets that he is unable to answer individual letters, but he will incorporate them in his column whenever possible. Readers may write him or request an order form of available health newsletters at P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 328536475. © 2012 King Features Synd., Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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Salome’s Stars ARIES (Mar. 21 to Apr. 19) Temper your urge to charge into a situation and demand answers.

Instead, let your gentler self emerge to deal with a problem that requires delicacy.

TAURUS (Apr. 20 to May 20) You are aware of what’s going on, so continue to stand by your earlier decision, no matter how persuasive the counter-arguments might be. Money pressures soon will ease.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) By all means, have fun and enjoy your newly expanded social life. But don’t forget that some people are depending on you to keep promises that are very important to them.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) You need to wait patiently for an answer to a workplace problem and not push for a decision. Time is on your side.

A financial matter needs closer attention.

LEO (July 23 to Aug. 22) You now have information that can influence a decision you planned to make. But you should consult a trusted friend or family member before making a major move.

VIRGO (Aug. 23 to Sept. 22) You’re finding more doors are opening for you to show what you can do, and you don’t even have to knock very hard to get the attention you’re seeking.

CardAds are such a good thing we’re now beside ourselves

LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) Your gift for creating order out of chaos will help you deal with a sudden rush of responsibilities that would threaten someone less able to balance priorities.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) Congratulations. Your energy levels are coming right back up to normal — just in time to help you tackle some worthwhile challenges and make some important choices.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) The sage Sagittarian should demand a full explanation of inconsistencies that might be cropping up in what had seemed to be a straightforward deal.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) A conflict between obligations to family and to the job can create stressful problems. Best advice: Balance your dual priorities so that one doesn’t outweigh the other.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) Don’t guess, speculate or gossip about that so-called “mystery” situation at the workplace. Bide your time.

An explanation will be forthcoming very soon.

PISCES (Feb. 19 to Mar. 20) Boredom might be creeping in and causing you to lose interest in a repeat project. Deal with it by flipping over your usual routine and finding a new way to do an old task. © 2012 King Features Synd., Inc.

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Sports Quiz

By Chris Richcreek

1. Who was the first major-league player from the Dominican Republic?

2. What major-league player had the most atbats as a designated hitter.

3. Who was the first NFL running back to rush for consecutive 1,000-yard seasons?

4. Who was the last Harvard basketball player before Jeremy Lin to play in the NBA? 5. Who scored four goals to lead the U.S. men’s hockey team to the gold in the 1960 Olympics.

6. Name five of the nine NASCAR Cup drivers to have won at least three season titles.

Answers: 1. Ozzie Virgil played with the New York Giants in 1956.

2. Harold Baines, with 5,806 at-bats as a designated hitter during his 22-year major-league career.

3. Joe Perry of the San Francisco 49ers, 1953-54.

4. Ed Smith played with the New York Knicks in 1953-54.

5. Roger Christian.

6. Richard Petty (7), Dale Earnhardt (7), Jimmie Johnson (5), Jeff Gordon (4), Lee Petty (3), David Pearson (3), Tony Stewart (3), Darrell Waltrip (t3) and Cale Yarborough (3).

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LARRY SCHUPPAN'S Garage Doors & Openers. New Sales & Repairs. Handyman Service. House Painting, Decks, Covers, Masonry, Electrical, Plumbing. (760) 379-1430 or 760417-2806 __________________________

Nice 2/bd-2/ba dbl wide mobile home w/carport, patio & deck. $14,995. Quiet 55+ park. (760) 379-2092 ___________________________ MOVING? - Across Town or The Nation - Kernville Moving and Storage (760) 379-2714 or (760) 417-0465 CAL.PU.CT 189998

MERCER BOOKKEEPING AND TAX SERVICE In Bodfish - Will Travel!

Personal, Business, Corporate (760) 549-0270 / (760) 417-0392 __________________________ LIGHTHOUSE ELECTRIC Quality Work Fair Prices Call Ross (760) 981-3361 License #708148 __________________________ Stan’s Painting & Renovation Exterior & Interior - 2 2 Years Professioal Exp. - $15 per hour Free hour time estimates

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Since 1995 - M.L. LUDIKER ARTWORK & DESIGN 760-376-2177 www.kernvalley.com/mike __________________________ KYT & FAMILY Painting, weed abatement, tree triming, small engine & concrete repair, hauling, prof. carpet cleaning, 25yrs in the KRV, Licensed 760-549-3468 • 760-376-2031 __________________________ COMPOST TEA The Miracle Fertilizer* “Indoor & Outdoor Growers” Hydroponics, Containers, Backyard Gardening or any other application involving the growth of plants 1-760-812-7384

Work Wanted Yard work for less, mowing, weed eating, pressure washing, painting, (760) 812-7896, (760) 379-4706 or (209) 531-4084

Trailer for Sale Vintage 1977 Coachman - 29’ bumper pull trailer w/original furniture. “Excellent condition” A/C & fridge are in ex. cond. Original owner owned for 30 yrs. $2,750 obo. (760) 376-2345 Camp Kernville 10” mobile C’Man table saw w/blades, molding, dado kits.

Also, 10” mobile C’Man radial arm saw w/blades, molding kit. $125 ea obo, 760-376-2101 eves

Truck For Sale 1989 Chevy Silverado long bed with liner, runs great, excellent condition, cold a/c, current smog 4/17/12, $3,000 obo, 760-223-3553

Misc. For Sale 10” mobile C’Man table saw w/blades, molding, dado kits.

Also, 10” mobile C’Man radial arm saw w/blades, molding kit. $125 ea obo, 760-376-2101 eves __________________________ 60”x30” metal 2 drawer desk Good condition. Only $25.

Credit cards ok - 20% discount for cash. (760) 376-2860. 9a-1p

Help Wanted Sherri’s Chateau of Beauty is looking for a nail tech and/or hair stylist. Also have room for rent for a massage therapist. Must have own clientele. 760-379-5704. __________________________ The police were called to a day care center where a 3 year old was.......resisting a rest.

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Two for One Smoothies The Month of March Wofford Heights - Sites available in quiet park with lake views, laundry facilities & fish house. $250/mo inclds water & trash.

Call Jody @ 760-376-3228 ___________________________ QUIET, SHADY RV SPACE Up to 30' with full hookup Weekly/Weekend/Monthly (760) 223-0178

COCKTAILS AND DANCING 5430 Lake Isabella Blvd.

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For Rent Kernville- Hi-Ho 50+ MHP 2 bd / 2 ba Apts. $450/mo + dep & utilities.

760-376-2671 __________________________ Lake Isabella - 55+ Community, 2bd/2ba dble wide w/patio, completely refurbished. $575 mo + security deposit. (760) 964-2514 _________________________ Weldon - 1 bd, 1 ba mobile home w/fenced yard, furnished or unfurnished, w/d hookups, $550 per month includes yard upkeep, water & trash, $500 sec. dep. 760378-3859 or 818-726-1762 _________________________ Weldon - 1500sqft mobile home, 3bd/2ba + extra rooms many amenities, large lot, huge trees, new paint, fenced yard, water & trash paid, $900/mo + deposit.

Call Linda (760) 379-7459 _________________________ Lake Isabella - 3bd, 2ba home with big fenced yard and well.

Near High School, $850 per mo.

(760) 220-8787 _________________________ 2 houses for rent on same lot near Canebrake Cafe Hwy 178 lst house-1bd/1ba cozy cottage, 800sf, fncd yd, $550/mo+$550 dep. 2nd house-1 rm studio w/ sep. bath & laundry, 450sf, covered porch, lg. fncd yd, $375/mo + $375 dep. Wtr/trsh pd. RV pkng.

Discount to same rentor for both Perfect for roommates or caregivers that need space. Avail 5/15/12. 7mi east of Onyx PO on Hwy 178, 35mi west of Ridgecrest. Call Mike @ 949- 246-7731 cell or 949-646-7112

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LOST & FOUND Found older female Pekinese Friday, 4/13 at Hanning Flat.

Quiet disposition. Call Archie’s in Kernville. (760) 376-2426

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Mr. Ronnie Robinson and Mrs. Liliana Nichols have picked a beautiful sunny day, April 21, 2012 at Whispering Pines Lodge to celebrate the beginning of their new life together.

Huge Yard Sale - 2633 Lupine St., Lake Isabella, Sat & Sun, 4/21 & 22. 8am-till? Furn, BBQ grill, girls clothing to size 4T &

Wanted much more. All must go!

Looking to buy rocks, rock slabs, rock cutting & polishing tools (760) 812-7833

Family & friends all came together to celebrate this very special day!

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Letters, Continued from page 3 Pathway to Careers and Employment Through Training, Education, and Career Development” - was successful in drawing professionals, teachers, students and job seekers in discussions regarding career development and job opportunities. The event was funded by a generous grant from Owens Valley Career Development Center and donations from Family Resource Center, Living Green Committee, Cerro Coso Community College, Employers Training Resource and Career Services Center. We extend our appreciation to the following individuals and agencies for their contributions and assistance with Career Day: James Davis of OVCDC for providing opening remarks and setting the day’s theme of “Perseverance,” Dirk Charlie from USDA Forest Service for his informative and entertaining keynote luncheon presentation; Kern River Valley Revitalization and Living Green Committee; Family Resource Center; Kern County Department of Human Resources; Lake Plaza (Subway Sandwiches, Taco Del Mar, Little Caesars, Dreyers Ice Cream, Lake Carwash); R-Ranch in the Sequoias; Kern Valley Healthcare District; Edward Jones Investments; College Community Services; Women’s Center High Desert; Salvation Army; Web Recycling; Southern California Edison; Thomas Refuse; Mojave Water Conservation District; Kern County Sheriff; Kern County Probation and USDA Forest Service.

Special thank you to Piliili Wagon for providing lunch, beverages and dessert as well as to our lead volunteer s - John Lin and Richard Ward.

Our surveys and participant reviews say it all, “People want this interaction between companies, educators for future planning of economic mobility for the Kern River Valley.” Our future plans include providing a similar program for students and expanding program information for community involvement.

Very truly yours, Donna Moreno, Lake Isabella Career Services Center Vicki Tanner, Owens Valley Career Development Center Debra Rundell, Cerro Coso Community College

After going through most of The Army Corp E.I.S. CD, I believe the Valley will be moderately to severely impacted by the lake draw down. However, we are all growing up now. Knowing what is coming, we can come up with ideas and implement them to see that the tourists will continue to come here in growing numbers.

We are not just a gateway to other places, but could be the place to go. I believe the key ingredient is a 200- to 300-bed upscale motor inn. If we must, buy the land and give it to the motel. Bus tours and Construction personnel should keep it near full.

We need ideas, right now and we need to look at each one seriously.

Jon Ream Lake Isabella

Make the Right Choice, Vote Stephens I’ve been a resident of Kern County for almost 40 years. During that time I have known all the First District Supervisors starting with Leroy Jackson, and most of them I have been very supportive of. In a few months we will be voting for a new County Supervisor for the First District. I am very supportive of Daures Stephens as Supervisor of the First District.

I have many reasons to support Daures Stephens. I was the victim of a crime.

Senior Deputy Stephens took my report and followed through with the investigation. The con-man was charged with a felony and spent time in prison. I have always felt the actions and efforts of Stephens is what helped put the con-man into prison. Daures Stephens is working very hard to listen to the residents of Kern County and know their needs and concerns. Daures Stephens also served our county as a U.S. Marine and he has also been a Kern County Sheriff’s Deputy for 25 years. Daures Stephens has been honored and recognized many times for his dedication and commitment to those he serves. I know and strongly support Daures Stephens for First District Supervisor of Kern County, and I sincerely hope you will also.

Sincerely, Marge Swedelson, Lake Isabella

Kern River Courier Legal Notices FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Intuitive Touch (2012 – B1524) Street address of principal place of business: 523 Snowridge Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93308. Mailing address of business: 523 Snowridge Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93308. REGISTRANT: Robin Thorley, 523 Snowridge Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93308. A – Individual. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. 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: Robin Thorley.

This statement filed on 03/08/2012. Expires 03/08/2017. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-ControllerCounty Clerk. By M. Dominguez.

Published by the Kern River Courier March 30, April 6, 13 and 20, 2012.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Slixbits (2012 – B1324) Street address of principal place of business: 14500 Las Palmas Drive, #36, Bakersfield, CA 93306. Mailing address of business: 14500 Las Palmas Drive, #36, Bakersfield, CA 93306.

REGISTRANT: Brent Houghton, 14500 Las Palmas Drive, #36, Bakersfield, CA 93306. A – Individual. Date the business commenced: 02/20/2012. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the

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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: Brent Houghton. This statement filed on 02/29/2012. Expires 02/29/2017. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-ControllerCounty Clerk. By J. Trujillo. Published by the Kern River Courier March 30, April 6, 13 and 20, 2012.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Cynthia Allred Virtual Assistant and Marketing (2012 - B1917) Street address of principal place of business: 393 Woodland Drive, Wofford Heights, CA 93285. Mailing address of business: P.O. Box 573, Wofford Heights, CA 93285. REGISTRANT: Cynthia Allred, 393 Woodland Drive, Wofford Heights, CA 93285. A - Individual. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000.

Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. 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: Cynthia Allred. This statement filed on 03/23/2012.

Expires 03/23/2017. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-Controller-County Clerk. By J. Trujillo. Published by the Kern River Courier March 30, April 6, 13 and 20, 2012.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Mind Body Soul Healing Collective (2012 - B1530) Street address of principal place of business: 221 California Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93304.

Mailing address of business: 221 California Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93304.

REGISTRANT: Roberto Chavez, 1522 Owens Street, Bakersfield, CA 93305. A - Individual. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000.

Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. 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: Roberto Chavez.

This statement filed on 03/08/2012. Expires 03/08/2017. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-ControllerCounty Clerk. By D. Jacobo. Published by the Kern River Courier March 30, April 6, 13 and 20, 2012.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Pane & Simple Window Cleaning Services (2012 - B1842) Street address of principal place of business: 27321 Nashua Court, Tehachapi, CA 93561.

Mailing address of business: 27321 Nashua Court, Tehachapi, CA 93561.

REGISTRANTS: Leslie L. Wellman, 27321 Nashua Court, Tehachapi, CA 93561 and Nicole M. Cogley, 27321 Nashua Court, Tehachapi, CA 93561. B - General Partnership. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000. Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. 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: Leslie L. Wellman. This statement filed on 03/21/2012. Expires 03/21/2017. ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-ControllerCounty Clerk. By M. Dominguez.

Published by the Kern River Courier

April 6, 13, 20 and 27, 2012.

STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME: Fictitious Business Name being abandoned: PAT TURNHAM REALTY (2011-B0926) Street address of business: 6925 Wofford Boulevard, Wofford Heights, CA 93285; Mailing address of Business: P.O. Box 3831, Wofford Heights, CA 93285. REGISTRANT WHO WISHES TO ABANDON THE BUSINESS NAME: Patricia Turnham, 58 Loma Drive, Wofford Heights, CA 93285. Original FBN Statement Filed on: 02/10/2011. This Statement of Abandonment filed on: 04/12/2012.

ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-ControllerCounty Clerk by J. Trujillo, Deputy Clerk (34993). Published by the Kern River Courier April 20, 27, May 4 and 11, 2012.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name(s) DBA #1: Pat Turnham Realty (2012 - B2392) Street address of principal place of business: 6925 Wofford Boulevard, Wofford Heights, CA 93285. Mailing address of business: 6925 Wofford Boulevard, Wofford Heights, CA 93285. REGISTRANT: Pat Turnham Realty, Inc., 6925 Wofford Boulevard, Wofford Heights, CA 93285. F - Corporation. Date the business commenced: 00/00/0000.

Notice: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. 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: Patricia Turnham, President. This statement filed on 04/12/2012. Expires 04/12/2017.

ANN K. BARNETT, Auditor-ControllerCounty Clerk. By J. Trujillo. Published by the Kern River Courier April 20, 27, May 4 and 11, 2012.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE Trustee Sale No. 12-2205 - APN: 345031-04-00 also known as 345-031-004

YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 09-14-2011.

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. On May 16, 2012 at 12:00 pm, Advanced Reconveyance, Inc., a California Corporation as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to the Deed of Trust recorded 10-11-2011, as Inst. No. 000211131891 of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Kern County, State of California, Executed by Oscar Perez, a Single Man, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States) at: The main entrance to the Wanda Kirk Library, 3611 Rosamond Blvd., Rosamond, CA 93560. All CASHIER'S CHECKS MUST BE MADE PAYABLE TO ADVANCED RECONVEYANCE, INC. All rights, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: The East Half of the West Half of Section 27, Township 10 North, Range 13 West, San Bernardino Meridian, in the unincorporated area of the County of Kern, State of California, according to the official plat thereof and shown as Parcel B of Parcel Map waiver No. 639, according to the Certificate of Compliance, records August 4, 1986, in the Book 5901, Page 421, of Official Records. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: Vacant Land - directions may be obtained by written request within 10 days of the first publication of this notice from: ARI, 43545 17th Street West, Suite 503, Lancaster, CA 93534. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said Sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated cost, expenses and advances at the

time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $101,756.50. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell.

The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located.

Date: April 13, 2012.

Advanced Reconveyance, Inc., As Trustee, 43545 17th Street W., Ste 503, Lancaster, CA 93534, 661-945-5525, Vickie Durham, Trustee Sale Officer (Published by the Kern River Courier April 20, 27 and May 4, 2012) 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 the property.

NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on the notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgages, 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 661-945-5525 using the file number 12-2205. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the internet web site. The best way to verify the postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale.

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Talking About Real Estate

Dave Says

Do’s, Don’ts of land transactions

Downsizing out of debt?

Matt Freeman Kern River Courier Columnist

utilities are close by or already on the property. If you are buying vacant acreage, utilities may be an Vacant Land issue. Once again, do your transactions are a research. Don’t assume anything. significant part of Use a competent real estate agent the market up who knows how to get the here in the Kern answers to your questions, even if River Valley. that answer is, “I don't know, but I Why is that? will sure find out for you.” Make Well, we have sure you know where and how a lot of vacant much it will cost for the utility land! hookups.

Freeman That is why we • Flood and fire Zones. A lot of all love living up here and that is land in this area is in either in a why folks love buying up here: flood zon, a fire zone or both. wide open spaces plus peace and Know if you are buying something quiet. We have that in abundance. in any of these areas. Pay attention However, buying a piece of to the Natural Hazard Disclosure plain dirt may that will be not seem chalprovided to lenging, but “ ...buying a piece of plain dirt you. It contains there are some may not seem challenging, but there some very pitfalls to be important avoided. Land are some pitfalls to be avoided.” information.

- Freeman purchases can • Financing. be significantly Banks have different than tightened the home buying. Of course, the differ- reins on loans and getting loans ences depend on what type of for buying raw land was hard in land, its zoning and the location. the first place. Cash is king when Here is a rundown: buying land. If you need financing, • Find out about zoning. it is out there. But make sure it is Depending on what you want to lined up before you write a condo with the land, zoning is a huge tract offer. Chances are that the issue. Don’t buy any piece of dirt seller will just decline to answer with just a dream and a shovel, or until they know you have the you may find after the close of means to purchase. escrow that the County Building Department does not share your Matt Freeman is a Realtor with dream. Know the zoning and know Freeman’s Lakeside Realty (760) what is allowed in that zoning.

379-5915 or cell 223-0880. His col• Utilities. If you are buying a umn is not intended to replace legal plot in a neighborhood, typically advice.

David Ramsey Kern River Courier Columnist

Dear Dave, Is it ever a good idea to sell your home and buy a smaller, less expensive one in order to get out of debt more quickly?

Autumn Ramsey Dear Autumn, It’s a good idea in some situations. If you don’t really like the house, or maybe you were thinking about selling it anyway, then I’d say go for it. It would also be a smart move if you simply have too much house and the payments are eating you alive. I usually recommend that your monthly mortgage payment or rent be no more than 25 percent of your take-home pay.

If your house payments are taking 40 to 50 percent of this figure, then it’s time to unload the house.

But selling your home can be a tough thing emotionally. I’d never advise someone to sell the place they love and move down in house if their payment is reasonable.

There are usually other areas where you can cut back, keep your home, and still get out of debt in a reasonable amount of time.

-Dave Dear Dave, My husband works two hours away from home. He gets up at

3 a.m. and doesn’t get home until 7 p.m. We have a fully funded emergency fund, and he makes $95,000 a year. My parents’ place is an hour from his job, and they’ve offered to let us live with them. What do you think of this idea?

Jessica Dear Jessica, Why don’t you just sell the house and move closer to where he works? If he makes that kind of money and you’ve got your emergency fund in place, you should be able to handle moving costs.

Right now, you guys don’t have a life. And moving in with your parents wouldn’t be much better. That poor guy practically lives on the road, and I’m sure you both want more quality time together. He sounds like a great guy, though, to be willing to go through all that. He’s busting his tail and doing what it takes to provide for his family, but there’s just no reason for either of you to go through this kind of inconvenience.

-Dave Dave Ramsey is a personal money management expert, national radio personality and the author of three New York Times bestsellers. He offers financial advice as host of a nationally syndicated radio program, The Dave Ramsey Show, and created Financial Peace University. For more financial help visit daveramsey. com.

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