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Olympians on Mount Laguna By Ann Reilly Cole ~ the journal

or world-class Australian athletes, the long journey to the Olympics included the dirt roads of Mount Laguna, where Coach Nic Bideau has been bringing his team of elite runners annually for 14 years. Founder of the Melbourne Track Club, Bideau discovered the local mountain on a side trip while visiting Carlsbad with his wife, Sonia O’Sullivan, and their two young daughters. O’Sullivan was a silver medalist for Ireland in the women’s 5,000-meter

race at the 2000 Sydney Olympic Games. “Once I saw that Mount Laguna had all the bits and pieces necessary for training, I invited other Australian athletes to join us,” said Bideau. Each spring since then, he has brought between four and 25 athletes from Australia, Great Britain, Ireland and Sweden to train in the vicinity of the Laguna Mountain Lodge. Bideau selects participating athletes very carefully, insisting on dedication and positive Nic Bideau, right, discusses the morning workout with Luke Mathews. Photos by Ann Reilly Cole

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attitudes that contribute to the group dynamics and its overall success. The athletes spend between three and four weeks running the back roads and trails on the mountain, where they can practice hill repeats, develop muscle strength on the switchbacks and rocky terrain, and adjust to high altitudes to get in strong shape for competitions. The success behind Bideau’s regimen, which has consistently produced runners ranked in the top eight worldwide, is a rural location that provides a distraction-free environment, along with the example of older successful runners in the group and deft

coaching that considers the needs of the whole athlete. Initially, O’Sullivan passed on her work ethic, experience and discipline to younger athletes; now other veteran Olympian competitors and medalists in the group lead the rookies by example. With no other diversions, athletes can wholly devote themselves each day to intense training, healthy eating and recovery. For his part, Bideau carefully observes his runners, their body language, moods and how their work has affected them, so he knows when to push hard and when to be encouraging. The location is also AUGUST 25, 2016

crucial for its convenience to an international airport, which allows athletes to travel directly from their training to worldwide competitions. Bideau sent 11 runners to compete in Brazil — five for their first Olympics and six for the second time. Someone from the Melbourne Track Club will be in every running event except the women’s marathon and the men’s steeplechase. Representing Australia, Luke Mathews, just 21 years old, made his Olympic debut in Brazil. Mathews qualified for the 800-meter in April with a time of 1:45.16 and for the 1,500-meter with a time of 3:35.99 during the second

selection in May. His goal was to beat the record of his colleague Ryan Gregson, ranked eighth in the world and holder of the Australian record with a time of 3:31. Bideau first spotted Mathews in high school three years ago, and since then has coached him to qualifying for the Olympics. Also representing Australia was Selma Kajan who turned 25 while at Mount Laguna last month. Kajan has been training with Bideau in Mount Laguna since 2013, with tremendous results, achieving a personal best each time she has trained here. This year, she qualified for Brazil with a 2:01.27 time for the 800-meter race. Her first run

Camaraderie is an important part of group dynamics. Brett Robinson clowns around, as Selma Kajan, right, looks on.

was on Aug. 17. “It’s tough up here, but good training for all races and builds strength in your legs to carry you through,” said Kajan. As the athletes recovered with a meal after their workout, their optimism was palpable. It was not surprising, however, considering the influence of a coach who turns out medal winners and record holders on a regular basis. To find out just how well Nic Bideau’s team did at the 2016 Olympic Games, check for results on the official website at www.rio2016.com. n

Photos by Ann Reilly Cole

Library’s ‘PokéParty’ a Fun Day for Fans By Angela McLaughlin ~ the journal

decorating, gym battles and manga drawing. “We are really enthusiastic about bringing these fresh, fun ideas to Ramona,” says Leslie Masland of Ramona Library. n

amona Library hosted a “PokéParty” on Aug. 19, and it was a fun day for all who joined in. The event started with a Pokéwalk around the library grounds, where participants could bring their “Pokédex” — an index within the Pokémon GO game app — in the hopes of “catching” some Pokémon characters as part of the game. The free mobile game, which utilizes your phone’s GPS to determine your location, was released in July and has been all the rage lately. It uses real landmarks to encourage players to explore different geographical areas on their hunt to catch Pokémon. This year marks the 20th anniversary of Pokémon games and cards, making

Participants make Pikachu ears at a craft station. Photos by Angela McLaughlin

Evan and Mia Bradley show off their painted hands and Pikachu ears.

the new app popular with people of all ages. The PokéParty included other activities, such as face and hand painting, Pikachu headband and bracelet crafting, cookie

Lake Henshaw Event to Benefit Shelter to Soldier Ramona Ranch Winery and The Round Up Grill/John Little Catering are partnering to host a Live at the Lake fundraiser on Aug. 28 to benefit Shelter to Soldier. Shelter to Soldier is a nonprofit organization that adopts and trains shelter dogs to serve as psychiatric service dogs for post-9/11 combat veterans. Its services are provided at no cost to veterans. The family-friendly fundraiser will take place from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at The Round Up Grill parking lot in Lake Henshaw, 26439 Highway 76, Santa Ysabel. Guests will enjoy live music by Steelehorse Country, barbecue, chilled beer from The Round Up Grill and craft wines from Ramona Ranch Winery. The event will AUGUST 25, 2016

include a tribute to veterans and active-duty military, who are invited to attend the event at no charge. Additional fees will apply for food and beverages. Tickets are $30 in advance or $40 at the door, with complementary parking. Call The Round Up Grill at 760-782-2729. A special CD will be offered for sale, with proceeds earmarked for a scholarship fund at a Warner Springs school in memory of two former members of the Hideout Biker Bar who passed away last year. Service dogs of veterans who are present will be honored at the event, and no other dogs will be permitted. Guests may not bring outside food or drinks. n Ramona Home JournaL 3

ON MEMORY’S BACK TRAIL A Submariner’s Experience in Rickover’s Nuclear Navy By Darrell Beck ~ the journal

hen Tom Wellington Taylor graduated from high school in 1945, having completed his schooling in three years, he was 17 years old.

He got a job working the graveyard shift in the sheet metal department at the shipyards. The pay was 50 cents an hour. Spurred on by the war, he and a friend decided to join the Navy, but Tom was rejected due to a spot on his lung. Within weeks, he made a second attempt, and after a persuasive chat with the recruiter that included a carton of “Luckies” (Lucky Strike cigarettes) as an inducement and a note of consent from his mother, he was accepted. He put in for submarine service, and after eight weeks of training at New London, Conn., he was assigned to the U.S.S. Piper, a diesel-powered submarine, where he became a Fireman 2nd Class. By this time, World War II was over, but the Cold War was about to commence, leading to Tom’s role in the development and operation of Admiral Rickover’s nuclear Navy. Tom served aboard the Piper from 1945-50, during which time he married Isabel. Shortly after their marriage in 1949, the boat and crew embarked for Europe to participate in NATO exercises in the Mediterranean, making port in Italy, Malta, Morocco, Turkey, Greece and France. Early in its exercises, the Piper was moored alongside a group of destroyers off the coast of southern France, where they had a daily “swim call.” Some of the destroyer sailors began poking fun at the Piper submariners for “being so pale and weaklooking.” As the torment continued day after day, Tom and his friend Steve concocted a plot to show them up. During the next swim call, as the sailors aboard the 4 Ramona Home Journal

destroyer were razzing the submariners, Tom and Steve dove off the bow plane, disappearing into the warm, blue water. As prearranged, they climbed into the ballast tank that contained oxygen in the air used to blow the tank dry. It was pitch-black except for just enough shimmering reflections coming through the flood port to give off a little light. They were hidden from view. They stayed there and talked softly for about seven minutes, then quietly slipped back into the water and prepared to surface. Standing topside, the destroyer sailors, who by then were wildly waving their arms and talking in high-pitched voices, appeared to be in a state of panic and disbelief. How could they stay under so long? Did they drown? Suddenly Tom and Steve burst to the surface like two breaching whales, spitting water and gasping. Tom appeared to be drowning. Although Steve also seemed to be in distress, he managed to “drag” Tom to the bow plane, where he “resuscitated” him back to life. After witnessing this incredible exhibition of submariner skill (and skullduggery), the surface sailors had nothing but admiration for the sub sailors and never teased them again. When the Piper returned to the States, Tom put in for shore duty. He thought about sunny California, Hawaii or Japan, but instead, the Navy sent him to Washington, D.C. After the shore duty transfer, he was assigned to the experimental K-1 sonar Pickett sub and put in charge of the diesel engines. From 1951-52, the K-1 — later named the Barracuda — was assigned a covert mission to measure the depth of the water and thickness of the Arctic ice in preparation for the eventual transit under the North Pole by the Nautilus in 1958. Tom was aware that Admiral H.G. Rickover was developing a nuclear-powered

Navy and that a new nuclear submarine, the Nautilus, SSN571, had been launched in 1954. Tom thought nuclear power would be the future of the Navy and applied for service in the program. During 1957, after scoring No. 2 in a class of 120 enlisted men and Annapolis grads in nuclear training, and after making

scope, and one ecstatic sailor was able to make out his own house on Guam. Only once was the Triton’s presence detected. A man paddling a primitive dugout canoe near Mactan Island off Cebu Island in the Philippines was photographed while looking directly into the periscope of the $110,000,000 submarine. The sub must have looked like a sea monster, as the man appeared frightened. Following the historic underwater journey on the Triton and before Tom could qualify for further duty in the nuclear Navy, he had to meet the challenge of Admiral Rickover in person, by experiencing one of Rickover’s legendary interviews. Many of have been lost to history, but not Tom’s.

TTom Taylor in 1960 and today. Photos Courtesy of Tom Taylor and Kiwanis Club of Ramona

rank of a limited-duty officer, he was assigned to the Triton, SSRN-586, the Navy’s second nuclear Radar Picket Submarine, under command of Capt. Edward L. Beach, a decorated World War II submariner. On Feb. 24, 1960, the Triton embarked on Operation Sandblast, becoming the first nuclear sub to circumnavigate the earth while submerged. It completed its expedition in 60 days and 21 hours. The Triton followed the course taken by Ferdinand Magellan, the Portuguese explorer who led a Spanish expedition of five sailing vessels to the East Indies in search of a western route to the Spice Islands from 1519-22. During the underwater expedition, the Triton traveled 26,723 nautical miles and crossed the equator four times, only surfacing the mast once to transfer a seriously ailing sailor onto a rescue boat near Montevideo, Uruguay. Occasionally, Triton sailors were allowed to view major landmarks through the peri-

Rickover was rather unconventional in his military ways. More often than not, he would appear in civilian clothing rather than military dress. He was also noted for choosing talented people. Time Magazine described him as being, “Sharp-tongued, who spurred his men to exhaustion, ripped through red tape and drove contractors into rages.” He went on making enemies, but by the end of World War II, he had won a reputation as “a man who gets things done.” On the day of the interview, Tom and two other sailors, George and John, were sitting at attention in Rickover’s waiting room, when Rickover stuck his head out the door, looked at the sailors and said, “Is this the best they could give me,” then slammed the door. Ten minutes later, the secretary called George into the admiral’s office. Within five minutes George was ushered out and John was called in, with the same results. Then Tom entered, saluted and seated himself

at attention. The admiral was reviewing his folder and said, “I see you were second in your class.” “Yes, Admiral,” Tom replied. “Why weren’t you first?” asked the admiral. “There was one guy smarter than me, sir,” Taylor replied. “Why do you want to work for me?” Rickover asked. “Nuclear power is a challenge, and I believe it’s the future of the Navy, sir,” Tom replied. By then, Tom noticed that he kept slipping forward in the chair. He tried to push back without being noticed while remaining at attention. “Suppose you were on a destroyer that was sinking, the life boats are full except for one place, and there are two other sailors standing by to get in. How would you convince them to let you on board the lifeboat instead of either one of them?” Because Tom kept sliding forward in his chair, he was unaware the admiral had pushed a button under the desk summoning two sailors into the office. The admiral said to Tom, “Start talking.” Tom addressed the two sailors, doing his best to convince them that he was indispensible to the Navy. After several minutes of Tom’s blarney, Rickover said, “That’s enough,” and the sailors left. “Do you dance?” Rickover asked. “Well, yes sir, a little,” replied Tom, who was still having trouble with sliding forward in his chair. He noticed the admiral push the button, and a girl with a portable record player entered the room. While she was dancing with Tom to a pleasant waltz, Tom noticed the front legs of his chair were about two inches shorter than the back legs. Now he knew why he kept sliding forward; the chair had been sabotaged on purpose! After several minutes of dancing the admiral said, “That’s enough.” The girl left the room, and Tom took a seat in the uneven chair. “Do you smoke?” Rickover asked. “Yes, sir, I smoke cigarettes.” “Do you smoke cigars?” “No, sir,” answered Tom. Rickover opened a box of rum-soaked crooks and asked Tom if he would like one. Tom replied, “No, sir.” “Are you disobeying an order?” “No, sir. I would love to AUGUST 25, 2016

smoke a cigar.” “Go in the other room and smoke this cigar, blow the smoke in the secretary’s face and write a one-page report on what you think of this cigar,” Rickover ordered. Tom was taken into another room with a card table, chair, writing pad and pencil. He lit the cigar as the secretary opened the window and turned on the fan. “Oh no, not another one of those,” she said. Tom carefully filled the entire page with comments such as, “I do not appreciate the admiral’s choice of cigars and would recommend a good Cuban cigar.” The secretary took the report to the admiral. Ten minutes later, Rickover stuck his head in the door and said, “You didn’t think I would read this, did you?” He slammed the door closed, leaving Tom wondering what would happen next.

Twenty minutes later, the secretary told Tom he could leave. Ten days later, orders arrived telling him to report for duty in West Milford, N.J., where he would be required to travel around the country while writing reports, attending social events, meeting with important people and being in charge of quality control of hardware and equipment for the nuclear Navy. So Tom Taylor, a country boy from a hardscrabble family who grew up on a Virginia farm during the Great Depression, had passed Rickover’s test. It was an experience that led him to a remarkable 20-year career in the Navy as an unknowing participant in the “Greatest Generation.” Tom and Isabel Taylor moved to Ramona in 1992, where Tom is involved in the Ramona Food and Clothes Closet and Kiwanis of Ramona, while Isabel is a member of the Ramona Art Guild. n

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he Ramona Country Fair is always a real crowd pleaser, no matter what your age. The fair will be presented by Ramona Chamber of Commerce from Aug. 25 through Aug. 28. “Our emphasis is on the community coming together and having a good time!” says event chair Sally Westbrook. It’s a true, old-fashioned countrystyle fair, featuring amusement rides, carnival games on the midway, competitions and prizes, food and business vendors, live country-Western and bluegrass music, and much more. “The goal is to bring the community together. It’s about reaching out to everybody and providing them with a really fun event,” Westbrook says. Entertainment choices are always impressive, and this year will be no exception, with well-known bands such as Two The Moon and Give

Me Back My Wig taking the stage on Friday, and West Coast Bandits and Steelehorse Country performing Saturday. A Bluegrass Festival on Sunday will showcase seven bands. Among the events on Saturday will be a Wild West Show featuring the Hole In The Wall Gang. There will be no shortage of downhome competitions. Look for winners of the Foto Friday photography contest to be announced at 5 p.m. on Friday, followed by the presentation of the Man About Town winner at 8 p.m. On Saturday morning, entries of jams and jellies, pickles, jerky, honey and salsa are welcome for the Home Sweet Home Contests, another popular competition. Also set for Saturday are the pie eating contest, best mustache contest and frozen T-shirt contest. On Sunday, the first-ever Ramona Motorcycle Rally is, “A big deal for us,” Westbrook says. Some of the most

impressive motorcycles in the county will be on display, and awards will be presented. Two games of skill have been added that fair-goers of all ages may enjoy. The Cornhole Contest is similar to a beanbag toss, which guests can play at no cost. The Win A Plate contest allows guests to toss a dime or quarter, and if it lands on a plate, they can win the plate. “We wanted to bring in families and have some fun games that are not too expensive,” Westbrook says. Local businesses and crafters will be among the many vendors, along with several nonprofit organizations. Building on the theme of community cooperation, Westbrook says, “The Chamber has offered the opportunity of a presence at the fair to nonprofit

organizations and new local artists, giving them exposure to the community and assisting them with their fundraising activities.” Among the primary sponsors this year are Barona Resort & Casino, Poway Dodge, Ramona Disposal Service, Kamps Propane, Diamond Resorts International, Dunkin’ Donuts and Country Wine & Spirits. Ramona Chamber invites the community to come out and enjoy the fair. It’s the perfect opportunity to get back to basics and participate in a variety of family-friendly activities. n The fair will take place at the Ramona Outdoor Community Center, 421 Aqua Ln. Call Ramona Chamber of Commerce at 760-789-1311 or visit www.ramona chamber.com/ramona-country-fair.

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Candidates Vie for Seats on Local Governing Boards By Ruth Lepper ~ the journal

amona voters will have a limited number of candidates when making choices for the school district, water district and community planning group elections. As of the Aug. 18 deadline to register as a candidate, only one person was shown going against the two incumbents on the school board. Ramona Unified School District trustees Dawn Perfect and John Rajcic are being challenged by Daryn Drum, a firefighter, for the two seats open during the General Election on Nov. 8. Ramona Municipal Water District directors are sepa-

rated by divisions. In Division 1, Director Darrell Beck is not seeking re-election. Jeff Lawler, a finance director, has filed for that seat. Director George Foote has opted out of running to retain his seat in Division 5. Three candidates have filed for the opening, including former RMWD director Bryan Wadlington, a retired firefighter. Opposing him are Gary Hurst, who listed his occupation as “rate payers/tax payers advocate,” and Doug Kafka, a retired business owner currently serving on the board of directors for the San Diego Country Estates Association. Director Thomas Ace, an

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appointed incumbent and current president of the RMWD board, is running to retain his seat for Division 3. Ace, a retired fire chief, is opposed by Jim Piva, who served on Ramona Community Planning Group as its president for several years and is also currently serving on the San Diego Country Estates Association governing board. The big race for Ramona voters will come from

Ramona Community Planning Group. There are eight seats open, with 14 candidates vying for the positions. Incumbent candidates include Torry Brean, Jim Cooper and Paul Stykel. The other candidates and their occupations are: Christopher Holloway, pilot/U.S. Marine Corps; Jeffrey R. LeClair, facility engineer; Casey Robert Lynch, professional land surveyor; Robin Joy

Maxson, community advocate; Donna F. Myers, retired educator; Rick Reiling, selfemployed contractor; Dan Summers, retired businessman, paramedic; Richard S. Tomlinson Jr., civil engineer; Kevin Francis Wallace, retired; Dwight Webster, director, business development; and Sally Westbrook, realtor/ mobile notary. n

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The Guy B. Woodward Museum and the Verlaque House will be closed through September for annual maintenance and renewal of exhibits. Run by the Ramona Pioneer Historical Society, the museum will re-open Oct. 1, returning to its normal hours of Thursday and Friday, 1 to 3 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday, 1 to 4 p.m. Ramona Kiwanis Club members recently toured the museum to become

familiar with artifacts and displays that illustrate Ramona’s history, with the goal of providing volunteer assistance for future operations and to allow the museum to be open longer hours. The Historical Society’s next dinner and potluck program is scheduled for Oct. 18 at 6:30 p.m. in the Barnett Barn on the museum grounds at 645 Main St. Call 760-789-7644. n

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and classroom behavior. Children who do not have the necessary visual-motor and visual-perceptual skills to compete with their classmates in the classroom may act out, be easily distracted or not be able to pay enough attention to perform to their potential. An extreme example of this is with juvenile delinquents. A more than 15-year study at the San Bernardino Juvenile Hall revealed that a much higher percentage of juvenile delinquents had vision problems than did the average population. According to the study by Stan Kaseno and Kristy Remick, poor visual skills may contribute to poor selfesteem, which can lead to poor attitudes and behavior in school. After a program that addressed the inmates’ problems, including vision assessment and victims’ awareness classes, the repeat offender rate decreased from 90 percent to 15 percent. “All students should have their vision and visual skills checked yearly by their doctor of optometry (optometrist)

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Nonprofits Invited to Join Haunted Town Hall Fundraiser

he Ramona Skatepark Champions group is in the planning stages for its only fundraising event of the year — staging the Ramona Haunted Town Hall. The group is working with Ramona Council of Arts, Unlimited to transform Town Hall for Halloween. “Last year, our first year, we raised just under $1,300 for the two organizations from about 850 guests,” says Tracy Engel of the Skatepark Champions. “It was a howling success!” Other nonprofit organizations are invited to join the fun by hosting carnival games at this year’s event. “By hosting a game, they can get quality Main Street exposure at one of the most well-attended events in Ramona: the Halloween Safe Trick-or-Treat night,” she says. “There is no fee for the booth, but we ask that each group cover the prizes or candy that winners of your

game will take home. Of course, we need volunteers for setting up and tearing down, actors, and working the yard and carnival games.” Engel encourages those who like to dress up in costume and “scare innocent bystanders” to be part of the professional-style production. She also says they welcome the help of residents who like to engineer spooky sets and tricks. The fundraiser will run two additional nights to increase fundraising opportunities. “We will host the Haunted Town Hall for Friday and Saturday nights, Oct. 28 and 29 from 5 to 8 p.m., as well as on Halloween from 3 to 9 p.m., attracting families to town for more than just the trick-or-treating event,” Engel says. “With greater promotion and more nights, we are certain to reach more families and raise more money this year.” While Skatepark

Champions supporters raise funds throughout the year by selling root beer floats on cruise night and sending representatives to other area activities, they consider this their only major event of the year, she says. Both sponsoring organizations have nonprofit status and welcome tax-deductible donations to help put on the fundraiser. “This event has a large insurance expense, as haunted houses are not covered by our regular insurance policy,” Engel says. “We really need help in order to host this excellent addition to the Halloween Safe Trick-orTreat event.” To participate, host a booth or game, or donate to the Haunted Town Hall event, call Engel at 760-789-5753. Aug. 30 is the deadline for donors’ names to appear in the event’s printed materials. Donations may be made at www.ramonaskatepark.org

California Wolf Center to Host Fundraising Dinner

During this year’s National Wolf Awareness Week, the California Wolf Center will host its largest annual fundraising event to support wolf conservation. A Night to Howl for Wolves will be held Oct. 8, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., at the San Diego Hall of Champions, 2131 Pan American Plaza. The event will celebrate

wolf recovery with a catered dinner, no-host bar, live entertainment, auctions and a guest speaker. It will offer guests a chance to hear about the efforts made toward recovering wild wolves in California, focusing on solutions rather than conflicts. Funds raised will support the Julian-based California Wolf Center’s

mission of wolf recovery in the wild. Radio personality Jonathan “Big Jon” Gates from 101.5 KGB will serve as emcee, and Pierre Charmasson will be auctioneer for the live auction. Tickets are $125. RSVP at www.californiawolfcenter.org/ whats-new/wolf-awarenessweek or call 760-765-0030. n

or by calling Engel. A number of donation levels and promotional options are available. Ramona Skatepark Champions is working to raise funds for a community skate park in Ramona. Ramona Council of Arts, Unlimited has provided art and enrichment classes to students in Ramona since 1968. n

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tions may be tax-deductible, depending on your income. If you meet income guidelines, you can contribute to a Roth IRA, which provides tax-free earnings, provided you meet certain conditions.   • Should I put away money for my kids’ college education? It’s not easy to fund your retirement accounts plus save money for your children’s college education. Still, college is expensive, so if you feel strongly about helping to pay for the high costs of higher education, you may want to explore college funding vehicles, such as a 529 plan, which offers tax advantages. • Should I pay down my mortgage or invest those

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Anza-Borrego Desert Photo Contest The Anza-Borrego Foundation announced that its 2017 Anza-Borrego Desert Photo Contest digital submission period has opened. The nonprofit ABF launched its first photo contest in 2006, to celebrate the unique and natural beauty

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A Hiker’s Paradise

Hiking Clevenger Canyon North By Angela McLaughlin ~ the journal

s you head down Highway 78 toward Escondido, you’ll find a small parking lot on the right side of the road.This is the trailhead for the Clevenger Canyon North hiking trail. The hike begins with a downhill descent from the road into the canyon below. At the beginning of the trail, hikers will encounter a lot of graffiti and broken bottles. If you are bringing a dog on your hike, take care to ensure they do not get glass in the pads of their feet. It is a good idea to check the bottoms of your shoes after you pass through this area, as well. After a short distance, the ground clears up and this is no longer much of a concern. At the bottom of the canyon, you will meet Santa Ysabel Creek. During certain times of the year — after a heavy rain — it may be difficult to cross. Most of the time, however, passing over the creek poses no issues. Tall sycamores, oaks and

willows create a pleasing canopy of shade, providing a nice resting place from the heat of the sun. Shortly after crossing the creek, you will begin your climb up into the foothills. This trail is not for the faint of heart. At more than a 1,000foot climb in elevation, it can be considered “moderate” in terms of difficulty, though novice and expert hikers will also find much to enjoy. The narrow, winding dirt trail is mostly well maintained. Numerous switchbacks bring hikers up the mountain. Some areas of the trail have been washed out from rain or erosion and have not been repaired, which can make for an exciting experience when trying to cross the collapsed ground on the side of a steep incline. Hiking on such a narrow path at this great height can certainly provide an adrenaline rush. Large, precariously balanced boulders on the trail and beautiful valley views create a dramatic and interesting landscape during the

hike. Remember to watch out for rattlesnakes while exploring the boulders. At the top of the peak, the trail peters out and is difficult to follow much farther. Though it supposedly once continued for many miles, the rest of the trail has not been maintained, and this summit marks the turn-around point for most hikers. If you work your way through the brush, you can climb onto one of the large boulders for a stunning view of San Pasqual Valley and the Cuyamaca and Volcan mountains in the distance. When descending toward the trailhead, make sure to stay on the maintained path to avoid causing more erosion. Oftentimes, people will try to take a shortcut up or down the hill, and this generates issues with trail maintenance, not to mention the excess strain it places on your knees. At around five miles round trip, it is not an overly long hike, but the

steep rise in elevation makes it feel intense. This trail is popular with hikers looking for something a little different and with trail runners — providing a great workout for both. Visitors should note that this trail is not approved for bicycles or horses. Hikers are advised to wear long pants and sturdy shoes, to bring plenty of water for yourself and your canine companions, and to hike during a cooler part of the day. As it is usually uncrowded, the trail is a wonderful opportunity to get away from the daily grind and enjoy a bit of nature — and a lot of exercise. Birders and plant enthusiasts will enjoy the variety of sights available. After a bit of rainfall, the trail comes to life with an assortment of plants, such as cacti, flowering yucca, agave and a multitude of wildflowers. Strap on your hiking boots and bring your camera, Clevenger Canyon North is a must for anyone looking for a scenic adventure. n

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Focus on Fitness

Lack of Exercise More Expensive than You Think

By Jim Evans ~ the journal

ne of the most common excuses for not exercising is cost. Perhaps this is because so many people wrongly associate exercise as necessarily paying membership dues to a health club or fitness center of some kind when, in fact, a moderate exercise program can be accomplished at no cost whatsoever. But, according to a series of recent studies, the cost of not exercising, in terms of health risks and the risk of premature death, can be more expensive than even the most luxurious health club. Study researchers are warning that we are currently in the midst of a global “pandemic of physical inac-

tivity,” resulting in more than 5 million deaths every year at a cost of more than $67.5 billion annually in healthcare and productivity losses. The surprisingly simple solution is that just one hour of exercise a day could change all of that. One hour. “You don’t need to do

sports or go to the gym,” according to Ulf Ekelund, a professor at the Norwegian School of Sports Sciences and Cambridge University. “But you do need to do (some kind of physical activity) at least one hour a day.” Ekelund suggests walking at a speed of 3.47 mph or

Library News Library’s First Fridays Series Returns Sept. 2 Ramona Community Library’s First Fridays series for adults will return Sept. 2, and will continue at 1 p.m. on the first Friday of each month. For each First Fridays session, the library will invite local authors, educators, historians and experts to offer lectures and presentations in the library’s community room at 1275 Main St. The Sept. 2 presentation will be “A Sampler of Fun iPad and iPhone Apps” with Barbara Smith, who will talk about the latest apps. Participants should bring their iOS devices and know their

Apple IDs and passwords if they would like to download apps during the session. On Oct. 7, author and speaker Richard Lederer will present “Zootopia: A Centennial Celebration.” With December 2016 marking the centennial of the San Diego Zoo, Lederer will present an early history of the Zoo and a discussion of the animals that run through our “beastly” English language. On Nov. 4, Vincent Rossi will talk about “Winners and Losers in U.S. Politics.” Rossi will examine the 150-year history of political parties in the

United States. On Dec. 2, Peter Bolland will present “The Mythology of Christmas.” Bolland will explore the many roots of the holiday and how they draw elements from disparate cultures and traditions from all over the world. Programs are sponsored by Friends of the Ramona Library and are offered through San Diego OASIS, an organization devoted to improving the lives of residents age 50 and above through educational programs. Call Ramona Library at 760-788-5270. n

Ramona Nights at the Library Ramona Library announced that it will host free monthly concerts as a part of a Ramona Nights Series. The first concert will feature Prairie Sky, a San Diego-based bluegrass quartet,

and is scheduled for Sept. 8 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., at the library, 1275 Main St. The Ramona Nights Series is designed to provide the community with evening entertainment, with live music

scheduled for the second Tuesday of the month. Future programming will include art receptions and other social events for adults. Call the library at 760-788-5270. n

cycling at 9.94 mph as examples of what people might do on their own. While the World Health Organization (WHO) recommends at least 150 minutes of moderate exercise a week, Ekelund says that is probably not enough, and that 25 percent of adults do not even meet the minimal WHO standards now. The consequences of inactivity are already well known to most people. They include the increased risks of cancer, diabetes, heart disease and early death, among others.

People who sit for long hours every day are particularly vulnerable, and something as simple as brisk walking can counter almost all of those risks. The bottom line? Walk. Or do something. Every day. It’s less expensive than the alternative. n Jim Evans is a 48-year veteran of the health and fitness industry and internationally recognized fitness consultant. Visit www.fitnessenterprises international.com.

Town Hall to Host Talent Show Fundraiser Ramona Town Hall will present its annual Talent Show Fundraiser, which will be held Sept. 10, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., at Ramona Mainstage, 626 Main St. The fundraiser will pay tribute to 9/11 and veterans, and proceeds will benefit Ramona Town Hall. The event will include performances by the Ramona Rockettes, Ramona Community Singers,

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Finishing Touches for Lindbergh Mural

Artist John Whelan, lower right, and assistants perform touch-ups on the Lindbergh mural at its new Ramona location at the corner of Ninth and Main streets. The mural, created by Whelan and his wife, Jeannie Whalen, was previously displayed on a terminal at San Diego International Airport’s Lindbergh Field. It was installed earlier this year by Photo by Stephanie Norvell the Ramona H.E.A.R.T. Mural Project. AUGUST 25, 2016

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Pastor’s Corner By Rev. Andy Schreiber

The Lord’s Prayer, Part VIII

‘Forgiving Our Debtors’

he fifth request found in the Lord’s Prayer is “forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors” (Matt. 6:12, KJV). It is all too easy to focus our attention on the first part of that request (“forgive us our debts”), while giving little or no thought to what follows (“as we forgive our debtors”). We looked at the first part in our previous study, and so it is the latter part of this request that we will consider together in this particular study. The Bible repeatedly reminds us of the need to forgive one another. There must be a reason for that! This part of the Lord’s Prayer serves as a reminder that forgiveness will be necessary. And it will be necessary because we all still sin against each other. Sometimes we will be

the one sinned against; sometimes the shoe will be on the other foot, and we will be the offending party. (Frankly, each of us probably fits the latter description more often than we care to admit.) This holds true in marriage. One of my favorite books on marriage is titled, “When Sinners Say ‘I Do,’” by Dave Harvey. The title alone speaks volumes and is instructive. Even the most godly marriage imaginable is still a marriage between two sinners (even if forgiven, redeemed sinners). And so forgiveness will often be necessary. Harvey repeats one statement a number of times throughout the book: “Forgiven sinners forgive sin.” In some ways, it is a good summary of this part of the Lord’s Prayer. It also holds true in church-

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es. Do you expect to find a perfect church, a church that is without sin? Good luck with that. In fact, the church on this earth is made up entirely of sinners. In this life, every believer in Christ is a forgiven sinner — a sanctified sinner, but still a sinner nonetheless. Put enough of those sinners in close proximity for long enough, and sparks are bound to fly! And so we pray together as

the Lord Jesus taught us, “forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors” (Matt. 6:12). So when — not if! — we are sinned against, we must learn to forgive. And we must forgive as Christ has forgiven us (Col. 3:13). Likewise, when we sin against someone else, we must be quick to repent and seek out forgiveness and reconciliation. If you are a believer in the Lord Jesus Christ, may the joy

of being freely forgiven of all of your sins lead you more and more to freely forgive others, as well. n Rev. Andy Schreiber is pastor of Ramona Valley Presbyterian Church. He may be reached at 760-787-1570 or andy@ ramonavalleypca.com. Visit www.ramonavalleycpca.com. Opinions expressed here are those of the author and do not necessarily represent those of the publisher.

Choosing Healthcare for the End of Your Life By Cate Kortzeborn

y mom, 88 stubborn years old, still lives on her own in a big house with a cat that loves to get underfoot. Because I work in healthcare, I have an all-toovivid recognition of the perils that can befall someone in her situation. So, posted on her kitchen bulletin board is a bright pink sheet of paper called a POLST. POLST stands for “Physician Order for Life-Sustaining Treatment.” It’s a document that makes your treatment wishes known to doctors, nurses, emergency medical technicians and other healthcare providers. Too often, people near the end of their lives get treatment they don’t want. These treatments may not help them live longer or better, and sometimes can cause pain. Also, family members sometimes have their own ideas about what types of treatment their loved ones would want. POLST makes sure your family members and caregivers know exactly what life-saving treatments you do and do not want. Doctors say any seriously ill person should have such a document, and filling it out is completely up to you. It’s your choice. POLST is different from an advance healthcare directive. An advance directive allows you to choose the advocate you want to speak for you if you’re incapacitated, and provides a general guide to what treatment you want. POLST is different because it is a signed medical order that your healthcare team can act upon, whether your advocate is there or not, and it indicates your exact wishes about certain medical treatments.

Although it’s a good idea for all seriously ill people to have both an advance directive and a POLST, any adult, especially if she or he is unmarried, should have one or both. You may find the form online or at your primary care provider’s office. Your provider can explain the different options on the form to you. The document must be signed by a licensed healthcare provider and by you. Some states require a witnessing signature, as well. Once signed, the POLST becomes part of your medical record. It stays with you all the time. If you’re at home, put it near your bed or on your refrigerator. If you’re in a hospital, nursing home or assisted living facility, it’ll be in your chart or file. If you’re moved between locations, your POLST goes with you. The forms vary by state and focus on three types of interventions. For each, you can choose whether or not to have something done or choose a level of intervention, such as: • Resuscitation: Cardiopulmonary resuscitation, or CPR, is done to try to start your breathing and heartbeat after they stop. CPR involves chest compressions and/or electrical shock to try to start your heart again. It may also involve having someone breathe for you. Resuscitation can benefit healthy young people, but it’s not usually helpful for seriously ill or elderly people. You can choose to accept or decline resuscitation. • Medical intervention: Interventions may include CPR, intubation (a tube down your throat to open your airway), mechanical ventilation

(a machine to pump air in and out of your lungs), medication/antibiotics, fluids, monitoring and a host of other things. You can choose a level of intervention, from full treatment to comfort measures only. • Artificially administered fluids and nutrition: This is a way of feeding a person through a tube either into the nose or through the skin into the stomach. Tube feeding can help people who can’t swallow now, but who are expected to get better. However, people near the end of life may feel more comfortable without a feeding tube and may prefer to eat what they can by mouth. You may choose a level of intervention, including long-term nutrition, a defined period of nutrition, or hydration only or no intervention. It’s important to fully understand these and other options, so make sure you talk to your doctor, nurse practitioner or physician assistant before you make any decisions. You can then choose what treatment options you want and don’t want. You can also adjust your POLST at any time, as circumstances change. To find the POLST website where you can get information and download forms for your state, go to www.polst. org. More information on advance directives may be found at www.medlineplus. gov/advancedirectives. html. n Cate Kortzeborn is Medicare’s acting regional administrator for Arizona, California, Hawaii, Nevada and the Pacific Territories. Call Medicare at 800-MEDICARE.

AUGUST 25, 2016

Behind the Wheel By Johnny McDonald

Something More Than Racing

ports figures who have made it big often fall into a trap when it comes to investing or engaging in philanthropic endeavors.

There’s always someone around to invest the athletes’ time and money. Often misled, these ventures can lead to great loss and disappointment. Guidance by qualified financial managers can be important. Apparently, NASCAR great Jimmie Johnson has found the right track away from his regular track. The Jimmie Johnson Foundation was launched by Johnson and his wife, Chandra, in 2006. The El Cajon native was ranked No. 1 on Forbes list of Most Influential Athletes for two consecutive years — 2011 and 2012. You might say his philan-

thropic endeavors have been painted with a broad brush and have made a difference throughout the country. Each year, his foundation supports a golf tournament in San Diego that raises money for kindergarten-through-12thgrade public education. Since the beginning, the tournament has raised $8 million to help fund several projects. During 2009 and 2010, $1.5 million was awarded for the Education Champions Grants program. The money is given to public schools in California, Oklahoma and North Carolina. It helps fund basic needs, such as technology, outdoor classrooms, playground construction and reading programs. In 2007, Johnson opened Jimmie Johnson’s Victory Lanes in Randleman, N.C., which is a four-lane bowling alley for campers at Pattie

and Kyle Petty’s Victory Junction Gang Camp. The foundation supports several charities, including Habitat for Humanity, Hendrick Marrow Program, Make-A-Wish Foundation and the American Red Cross. In 2014, Johnson joined the Ban Bossy campaign as a spokesperson advocating leadership in young girls. Of course, he’s a busy guy in his highly successful career as a race driver. As for awards, honors and accomplishments, they, too, cover a broad scope. Johnson has won the Driver of the Year Award five times — in 2006, 2007, 2009, 2010 and 2013. In 2009, he became the first racing driver to win the Associated Press Male Athlete of the Year Award in the United States. Records and milestones are topped off by his 77 NASCAR stock car career victories. Johnson is called the “winningest” active driver, placing sixth among the all-time NASCAR Cup Series winners, and ranked third among those who have competed during the sport’s modern era, 1972 to present. He has appeared on the cover of several magazines,

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will also get the ax before the year’s end. Despite the reported emissions-cheating scandal, it hasn’t stopped VW from surpassing Toyota as the world’s top-selling automaker. VW sold 5.12 million cars through June, while Toyota trailed behind with a total of 4.99 million vehicles sold, reports USA Today. VW’s diesel scandal has mostly affected the automaker’s sales in the U.S., which is one of its smallest markets. Its sales in key markets, including China and Europe, rose 6.8 and 3.8 percent, respectively. n

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Julian Events and Activities Celebrate Harvest Time By Angela McLaughlin ~ the journal

ith its seasonal display of beautiful foliage, Julian is a wonderful place to celebrate autumn. This nearby mountain town offers a wide variety of outdoor activities, shopping and dining experiences, and scheduled events throughout the season. Celebrate the harvest season and get ready for the holidays by heading up to Julian!

Grape Stomp Festa “There is nothing quite like taking off your shoes, rolling up your pant legs and stepping into a tub of soft, squishy grapes,” says Tracy Turner of the Julian Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. “It is an experience to remember!” Traditional grape stomps — where barefoot participants climb into a vat of grapes and continuously stomp on them, crushing them to release their juices and begin the fermentation process — were used for years as a technique for processing grapes to be made into wine or juice. Today’s stomps are all about celebrating the harvest season and having a good time. This year marks the 20th anniversary of the Julian Grape Stomp Festa, and the exciting event is aiming to please. Turner says, “In addition to the stomp, there will be great food to eat, great music to enjoy, a chance to purchase something truly unique and, of course, the chance to sample a little vino from 11 of our local wineries.” Italian music by Roman Holiday and bocce ball contests provide entertainment for participants of all ages. Located at Menghini Winery, 1150 Julian Orchards Dr., the event takes place on Sept. 3 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. General admission tickets are $15 for adults 21 and over. Tickets for the full VIP experience that includes reserved parking, admission, a fast-pass to the stomping vat, comfortable seating in a VIP tent and lunch are $50, available at www.visitjulian.com. This year’s celebration is packed with fun activities and an exciting atmosphere. The beautiful setting of Menghini Winery offers the perfect AUGUST 25, 2016

ambiance in which to enjoy Grape Stomp Festa. Head up to Julian and enjoy the stomp. As Turner says, “This is a party not to be missed!”

Julian Arts Guild Fall Art Show Get ready to be impressed with the talent at this year’s Fall Art Show. Hosted by the Julian Arts Guild, the show will run Sept. 3 to 5, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., in Julian Town Hall, 2129 Main St. The show will offer the public an opportunity to view art in a variety of media — including paintings, mosaics, ceramics, photographs, jewelry, prints and many others. Talented artists from Julian and the surrounding area will have their creative work on display, and many of the artists will be available to discuss their work. Visitors will have the chance to cast a vote for their favorite artist. While there is no prize for the winner, the selected artist gets to leave with a feeling of pride and recognition for his or her work. A raffle will also take place at the show, with all proceeds to benefit the Julian Union High School art and music departments. The Fall Art Show offers free admission for all visitors. Information may be found online at www.julianartsguild. org. With the breathtaking backdrop of Julian, guests will better understand the beauty and serenity that inspires these gifted Julian artists. Overflowing with creativity, the Fall Art Show is a great place to appreciate the remarkable artists who call this area home.

the pattern of rain is making a more productive crop of apples for many orchards. Laurie Phinney, who works for Calico Ranch Orchard, says they are excited that the success of this year’s crop means they can participate in the U-pick season. A certified organic orchard, they are expanding their operation to include a more permanent stand at the front of the property to allow guests easier access to their delicious apples. “We are really looking forward to opening this year,” she says. “Because of the rain, we

ended up with a good crop.” They are not alone. MJ Ranch and Orchard, which also had a difficult crop last year, said that this year granted them a better crop as well, because the rain came at a better rate, and the trees benefited more because of it. Oftentimes, when rain comes in large amounts, it is unable to fully soak into the soil and instead creates more water run-off. With smaller amounts of rain spread over a longer period of time, the soil is able to retain more of the moisture, which the trees are then able to absorb.

Roger and Cindy Hedgecock, owners of Volcan Valley Apple Farm, say that this year’s crop is exceptionally good. The apples are abundant and heavy, prompting the couple to thin out the branches and take some of the weight off the trees. That’s a good problem to have. With six different varieties of apples on-site, Cindy Hedgecock says, “The crop looks fabulous!” This coming harvest season sounds like it will be an exciting time for orchard-goers and visitors who want to experience Julian’s apples.n

Apples are Ripe and Ready With Julian being famous for its apples, apple pies and ciders, the success of the orchards is important. Last year, because of California’s drought, a number of orchards were unable to offer “U-pick” events due to a lack of fruit, and some that offered the opportunity had smaller fruit than in previous years. This year is proving to be different. Though the amount of rain was not necessarily more than in previous years, Ramona Home JournaL 31

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