It was beautiful this morning, a couple of miles in from the ocean. Luckily, we ran and walked in Jackson State Forest on Road 450, high and along the south bank of Hare Creek, a couple of miles in from the ocean. It was 51 degrees and foggy at the start but we almost immediately moved into the sunshine. Interesting, I thought, of how fast a dirt road can turn from wet and muddy into soft sand. Generally though, the road was good and the morning perfect.
Present this morning were: Joyce, Gay, Mark, Maddelyn, Scott, John, Bob, Peter, Toni, Johnny, Brad, Randy, Kim, Tanya, Neil, Nancy and Tom (17).
Afterwards, 7 of us had a great (I think) breakfast at David's Restaurant in The Boatyard Center.
Good news! The trails at Russian Gulch and Van Damme State Parks are once again open and usable. No more stinging nettles or fallen trees or broken bridges! So,
NEXT SUNDAY, 8/8/10, 8:00 A.M., GROUP RUN/WALK/BIKE, VAN DAMME STATE PARK, beginning at the beach parking lot. There's a good minus tide that morning but it's at 4:30 in the morning so parking should not be a problem.
TUESDAYS, 7:00 A.M., Group Run/Walk, RUSSIAN GULCH STATE PARK, beginning on Point Cabrillo Drive, 1/10 of a mile north of it's south end.
THURSDAYS, 7:00 A.M., Group Run/Walk, VAN DAMME STATE PARK, beginning at the beach.
Remember, you can always (24x7) dial the message phone to double check on Sunday run locations, 964-9348.
Sunday, August 1, 2010
Sunday, July 25, 2010
Sunday, July 25, 2010
At 57F and just a little breeze, it was beautiful morning out among the trees of the Caspar logging road area, for walkers, runners, and bicyclists. Things finally seem to be drying up a bit, but with that comes more dust, too. Where there had been small lakes, I still found a few puddles out on the single track trails. Though it takes a bit more to get out to this venue, it is a great one for the lack of traffic, ample parking, and varying routes. It's also dog-friendly. If you haven't made the trek out here, you should definitely try it sometime.
This morning was well attended, including Joel, Ron, Charlene, Cindy, Peter, Melissa, John, Nancy B., Randy, Toni, Mark, Gay, Orah, Steve, JoAnne, Kathee, Nancy T., Roger, Scott, Maddelyn, Deb, Bob and Johnny (23). Brad met about half of us at David's Deli, where things seem to be back to usual.
NEXT SUNDAY, August 1, 2010 @ 8 AM: By request, let's go back to the beautiful trails of Jackson State Forest Road 450, up Simpson Lane. See the "Our Routes" tab above for directions, and everyone call Tanya to remind her.
EVERY TUESDAY @ 7 AM: RUSSIAN GULCH STATE PARK, beginning on Point Cabrillo Drive, 1/10 of a mile north of its south end.
EVERY THURSDAY @ 7 AM: VAN DAMME STATE PARK, beginning at the beach.
This morning was well attended, including Joel, Ron, Charlene, Cindy, Peter, Melissa, John, Nancy B., Randy, Toni, Mark, Gay, Orah, Steve, JoAnne, Kathee, Nancy T., Roger, Scott, Maddelyn, Deb, Bob and Johnny (23). Brad met about half of us at David's Deli, where things seem to be back to usual.
NEXT SUNDAY, August 1, 2010 @ 8 AM: By request, let's go back to the beautiful trails of Jackson State Forest Road 450, up Simpson Lane. See the "Our Routes" tab above for directions, and everyone call Tanya to remind her.
EVERY TUESDAY @ 7 AM: RUSSIAN GULCH STATE PARK, beginning on Point Cabrillo Drive, 1/10 of a mile north of its south end.
EVERY THURSDAY @ 7 AM: VAN DAMME STATE PARK, beginning at the beach.
Sunday, July 18, 2010
Sunday, July 18, 2010
This morning, we ran, walked and biked the MacKerricher Haul Road. We had at least (I hope I didn't miss somebody!) eight guests. Joel brought his brother, John, and Cindy and Jim brought five friends: Lynne, Terri, Jay, Barbara and Paul. Then, Roger and Nancy T. brought her daughter, Julie and grand-son, Logan. Also present were: Fran, Charlene, Melissa I., Bob, John, Johnny, Brad, Maddelyn, Scott, Orah, Steve, Hector, Joyce, Gay, Mark, Peter, Nancy and Tom (31).
We were rewarded with a perfect morning, 53 degrees, light breeze and partial sun. John Loomis caught this photo at MacKerricher last week on a similar day.
We all had a great morning! Afterwards, 19 of us had a really nice breakfast at The Laurel Deli at The Depot.
NEXT SUNDAY, 7/25/10, 8:00 A.M., GROUP RUN/WALK/BIKE, CASPAR LOGGING ROAD, see "Our Routes" above.
TUESDAYS, 7:00 A.M., Group Run/Walk, RUSSIAN GULCH STATE PARK.
THURSDAYS, 7:00 A.M., Group Run/Walk, VAN DAMME STATE PARK.
Remember, you can always (24x7) dial the message phone to double check on run locations, 964-9348.
We were rewarded with a perfect morning, 53 degrees, light breeze and partial sun. John Loomis caught this photo at MacKerricher last week on a similar day.
We all had a great morning! Afterwards, 19 of us had a really nice breakfast at The Laurel Deli at The Depot.
NEXT SUNDAY, 7/25/10, 8:00 A.M., GROUP RUN/WALK/BIKE, CASPAR LOGGING ROAD, see "Our Routes" above.
TUESDAYS, 7:00 A.M., Group Run/Walk, RUSSIAN GULCH STATE PARK.
THURSDAYS, 7:00 A.M., Group Run/Walk, VAN DAMME STATE PARK.
Remember, you can always (24x7) dial the message phone to double check on run locations, 964-9348.
Sunday, July 11, 2010
Sunday, July 11, 2010
This morning, we ran and walked around the South Fork of the Noyo River, on Jackson State Forest Roads 300, 350, 360 and 330 (Johnny, did you really say that? I know that road does go straight up......). Anyway, we were all around the Noyo River Egg Collecting Station. It was a beautiful morning, about 51 degrees at the start, under clear blue and calm skies. John got a really nice photo of the connector bridge between Rds. 300 and 350:
We had a nice potluck (Continental?) breakfast afterwards and played some killer Washer Toss games! Mark, you still lead 12-11 and it's your turn!
Present were: Johnny, Gay, Mark, Fran, Cheryl, Neil, John, Nancy, Tom and it was nice to have a new member, Peter (10). By the way, please read Peter's comment at the end of last week's blog. There have been mid-week walkers in the past and now you have another chance to get something going.
Another BTW, Brad had lunch at David's this week and was talking with the owner, Michelle. Michelle had heard about our visit there last Sunday and feels really bad that things didn't go all that smoothly. Folks, this probably was a little our problem and a little the restaurant's problem. As a very nice gesture though, Michelle would like to give any of you that were there last Sunday a coupon, please mention it at the counter.
NEXT SUNDAY, 7/19/10, 8:00 A.M., GROUP RUN/WALK/BIKE, MACKERRICHER HAUL ROAD, see "Our Routes" above.
TUESDAYS, 7:00 A.M., Group Run/Walk, RUSSIAN GULCH STATE PARK, beginning on Point Cabrillo Drive, 1/10 of a mile north of it's south end.
THURSDAYS, 7:00 A.M., Group Run/Walk, VAN DAMME STATE PARK, beginning at the beach.
Remember, you can always (24x7) dial the message phone to double check on run locations, 964-9348.
We had a nice potluck (Continental?) breakfast afterwards and played some killer Washer Toss games! Mark, you still lead 12-11 and it's your turn!
Present were: Johnny, Gay, Mark, Fran, Cheryl, Neil, John, Nancy, Tom and it was nice to have a new member, Peter (10). By the way, please read Peter's comment at the end of last week's blog. There have been mid-week walkers in the past and now you have another chance to get something going.
Another BTW, Brad had lunch at David's this week and was talking with the owner, Michelle. Michelle had heard about our visit there last Sunday and feels really bad that things didn't go all that smoothly. Folks, this probably was a little our problem and a little the restaurant's problem. As a very nice gesture though, Michelle would like to give any of you that were there last Sunday a coupon, please mention it at the counter.
NEXT SUNDAY, 7/19/10, 8:00 A.M., GROUP RUN/WALK/BIKE, MACKERRICHER HAUL ROAD, see "Our Routes" above.
TUESDAYS, 7:00 A.M., Group Run/Walk, RUSSIAN GULCH STATE PARK, beginning on Point Cabrillo Drive, 1/10 of a mile north of it's south end.
THURSDAYS, 7:00 A.M., Group Run/Walk, VAN DAMME STATE PARK, beginning at the beach.
Remember, you can always (24x7) dial the message phone to double check on run locations, 964-9348.
Sunday, July 4, 2010
Sunday, July 4th, 2010
Couldn't have asked for a prettier morning! We ran and walked the A&W Logging Road along the Noyo River. It was 50 degrees, sunny and calm. It will be a real test for me this morning, to see if I saw everyone and can remember it, my apologies if I miss you. Johnny brought a friend Travis and a regular guest, Allen. Scott brought a friend, John and Maddelyn. Also present were: Brad, Charlene, Joyce, Fran, Nancy B., Rick, Joel, Kim, Adeline, Brian, Neil, Orah, Steve, Cindy, Jim, Nancy T., Roger, Nancy and Tom (25).
I'm think that we overwhelmed David's Restaurant this morning, as 19 of us entered at once and kind of took over the place. There were no winners, not us, not the waitress, nor the cook. The bacon was still excellent though and I hope there are no hard feelings by anyone. I think that short of having advanced reservations for our group (almost impossible), our best breakfasts come when we fend for ourselves, such as next week.
NEXT WEEK, POT LUCK BREAKFAST AT THE NOYO RIVER EGG COLLECTING STATION.
Sunday, July 11th, 8:00 a.m., Group Run/Walk/Bike, Noyo River Egg Station, Jackson State Forest Road 350. It's great for walking, biking and running. There are two picnic tables there (about 20 yards apart). If you have a folding chair, you'd probably like to bring it along. Besides whatever food/snack item that you bring, also bring your own service and whatever beverage you like. We ran short on coffee last year so if you drink coffee, please bring a thermos or carafe. We'll provide cream and sugar for the coffee drinkers.
Last year, the morning was a little cool and a camp fire felt good. If this year promises to be the same, I'll bring firewood. There will be Washer Toss to play, lots of good food and lots of fun!
Allow 20 minutes driving time from the junction of Highways One and 20. Go east 5.9 miles on Hwy. 20, turn left onto Jackson State Forest Road 350, there's a fork near the beginning, stay to the right and then take the rocked dirt road 3 miles to the bottom and the river. You can't miss the picnic area and Egg Collecting Station. A couple of sections of the road are dusty so I wouldn't follow my friend too closely.
TUESDAYS, 7:00 A.M., Group Run/Walk, RUSSIAN GULCH STATE PARK, beginning on Point Cabrillo Drive, 1/10 of a mile north of it's south end.
THURSDAYS, 7:00 A.M., Group Run/Walk, VAN DAMME STATE PARK, beginning at the beach.
I'm think that we overwhelmed David's Restaurant this morning, as 19 of us entered at once and kind of took over the place. There were no winners, not us, not the waitress, nor the cook. The bacon was still excellent though and I hope there are no hard feelings by anyone. I think that short of having advanced reservations for our group (almost impossible), our best breakfasts come when we fend for ourselves, such as next week.
NEXT WEEK, POT LUCK BREAKFAST AT THE NOYO RIVER EGG COLLECTING STATION.
Sunday, July 11th, 8:00 a.m., Group Run/Walk/Bike, Noyo River Egg Station, Jackson State Forest Road 350. It's great for walking, biking and running. There are two picnic tables there (about 20 yards apart). If you have a folding chair, you'd probably like to bring it along. Besides whatever food/snack item that you bring, also bring your own service and whatever beverage you like. We ran short on coffee last year so if you drink coffee, please bring a thermos or carafe. We'll provide cream and sugar for the coffee drinkers.
Last year, the morning was a little cool and a camp fire felt good. If this year promises to be the same, I'll bring firewood. There will be Washer Toss to play, lots of good food and lots of fun!
Allow 20 minutes driving time from the junction of Highways One and 20. Go east 5.9 miles on Hwy. 20, turn left onto Jackson State Forest Road 350, there's a fork near the beginning, stay to the right and then take the rocked dirt road 3 miles to the bottom and the river. You can't miss the picnic area and Egg Collecting Station. A couple of sections of the road are dusty so I wouldn't follow my friend too closely.
TUESDAYS, 7:00 A.M., Group Run/Walk, RUSSIAN GULCH STATE PARK, beginning on Point Cabrillo Drive, 1/10 of a mile north of it's south end.
THURSDAYS, 7:00 A.M., Group Run/Walk, VAN DAMME STATE PARK, beginning at the beach.
Sunday, June 27, 2010
June 27, 2010
It was a really nice morning on Navarro Ridge, 52 degrees, full sun and calm. Other than a few cars passing by, only birds could be heard and they were happy today! Maybe it's the Pacific Plate or something lifting Navarro Ridge, those hills are getting tougher and tougher. Nancy kept me apprised, by 60ths, 20ths, 12ths, 6ths, 5ths, 4ths and 3rds, of how much we had left. We had a small group of runners and walkers. Thanks Rick and Nancy B. for bringing your long-time friends, Gail and Rigs. Also present were: John, Fran, Nancy T., Roger, Scott, Johnny, Nancy and Tom (12).
Thank you John Loomis for the photos, taken this morning on Navarro Ridge.
When reading the blog, be sure to read any comments that have been posted to the entries. Last week, I was wondering whether Johnny made it far enough up JSF Road 450 to see the creek. His comment at the end of last week's entry answers my question and I found it funny. You too, can post comments or correct my mistakes. First I'll tell you though, that all grammatical errors, spelling errors and omissions are intentional, done just to see if anyone is reading.
By request and because next weekend will be a busy holiday, we will meet at the A&W Logging Road and we're planning on checking out the Franklin St. Cafe after the run/walk.
Next Sunday, July 4th, 2010, 8:00 A.M., GROUP RUN/WALK/BIKE, A&W LOGGING ROAD, also known as Noyo River Logging Road (see location under "Our Routes" above).
EVERY TUESDAY, 7:00 A.M., GROUP RUNS/WALKS, RUSSIAN GULCH STATE PARK.
EVERY THURSDAY, 7:00 A.M., GROUP RUNS/WALKS, VAN DAMME STATE PARK.
Thank you John Loomis for the photos, taken this morning on Navarro Ridge.
When reading the blog, be sure to read any comments that have been posted to the entries. Last week, I was wondering whether Johnny made it far enough up JSF Road 450 to see the creek. His comment at the end of last week's entry answers my question and I found it funny. You too, can post comments or correct my mistakes. First I'll tell you though, that all grammatical errors, spelling errors and omissions are intentional, done just to see if anyone is reading.
By request and because next weekend will be a busy holiday, we will meet at the A&W Logging Road and we're planning on checking out the Franklin St. Cafe after the run/walk.
Next Sunday, July 4th, 2010, 8:00 A.M., GROUP RUN/WALK/BIKE, A&W LOGGING ROAD, also known as Noyo River Logging Road (see location under "Our Routes" above).
EVERY TUESDAY, 7:00 A.M., GROUP RUNS/WALKS, RUSSIAN GULCH STATE PARK.
EVERY THURSDAY, 7:00 A.M., GROUP RUNS/WALKS, VAN DAMME STATE PARK.
Sunday, June 20, 2010
June 20, 2010 - Father's Day
Happy Father's Day dads!
It was beautiful this morning in Jackson State Forest. We ran and walked JSF Road 450, which runs above and on the south side of Hare Creek. We never get too close to the creek, staying high above it. Johnny may get far enough to cross it, I'll have to ask him. It was 50 degrees at the start, with clear cloudless skies. What I noticed, was how nice the wind sounded, high in the tree tops and how brilliant blue the sky was. On the trail, it was calm and perfect for walking and running.
We all notice different things while out for our run or walk. Please feel free to add comments to the blog. More than one person has commented about the blog format. In a way, it is a little clunkier for us than simply receiving an e-mail. I am certain though, that once we get used to it, it will be better for all. One of the nice features about a blog is the ability to edit and make comments. Though not everyone can edit, any of the group can make a comment. To do so, you will need to have a G-mail account. I would recommend to everyone to get a Gmail account, since they are free, easy to set up and can be used when you make internet purchases, etc., where you'd rather not give another entity your regular e-mail address. Once you have a Gmail account, simply sign in on the blog's page and you're good to go!
Present today: John, Ry, Randy, Cindy, Jim, Gay, Mark, Maddelyn, Scott (Scott for some reason was traveling with a skunk in the back of his truck, hmmm), Johnny, Joel, Kim, Orah, Steve, Nancy B., Rick, Brad, Nancy, Tom and several people reported a Tanya sighting (20).
SAVE JULY 11, RUN/WALK POTLUCK BREAKFAST, NOYO EGG COLLECTING STATION, JSF RD. 350, SOUTH FORK NOYO RIVER.
NEXT SUNDAY, 6/27/10, GROUP RUN/WALK/BIKE, NAVARRO RIDGE ROAD (see "Our Routes" above). We've got a few new members that may not have been to Navarro Ridge Road or the Whitesboro Grange. Please try to make it. I think you'll agree that it's worth the few extra minutes of driving.
EVERY TUESDAY @ 7:00 A.M.: GROUP RUNS, RUSSIAN GULCH STATE PARK, beginning on Point Cabrillo Drive, 1/10 of a mile north of it's south end.
EVERY THURSDAY @ 7:00 A.M.: GROUP RUNS, VAN DAMME STATE PARK, beginning at the beach.
It was beautiful this morning in Jackson State Forest. We ran and walked JSF Road 450, which runs above and on the south side of Hare Creek. We never get too close to the creek, staying high above it. Johnny may get far enough to cross it, I'll have to ask him. It was 50 degrees at the start, with clear cloudless skies. What I noticed, was how nice the wind sounded, high in the tree tops and how brilliant blue the sky was. On the trail, it was calm and perfect for walking and running.
We all notice different things while out for our run or walk. Please feel free to add comments to the blog. More than one person has commented about the blog format. In a way, it is a little clunkier for us than simply receiving an e-mail. I am certain though, that once we get used to it, it will be better for all. One of the nice features about a blog is the ability to edit and make comments. Though not everyone can edit, any of the group can make a comment. To do so, you will need to have a G-mail account. I would recommend to everyone to get a Gmail account, since they are free, easy to set up and can be used when you make internet purchases, etc., where you'd rather not give another entity your regular e-mail address. Once you have a Gmail account, simply sign in on the blog's page and you're good to go!
Present today: John, Ry, Randy, Cindy, Jim, Gay, Mark, Maddelyn, Scott (Scott for some reason was traveling with a skunk in the back of his truck, hmmm), Johnny, Joel, Kim, Orah, Steve, Nancy B., Rick, Brad, Nancy, Tom and several people reported a Tanya sighting (20).
SAVE JULY 11, RUN/WALK POTLUCK BREAKFAST, NOYO EGG COLLECTING STATION, JSF RD. 350, SOUTH FORK NOYO RIVER.
NEXT SUNDAY, 6/27/10, GROUP RUN/WALK/BIKE, NAVARRO RIDGE ROAD (see "Our Routes" above). We've got a few new members that may not have been to Navarro Ridge Road or the Whitesboro Grange. Please try to make it. I think you'll agree that it's worth the few extra minutes of driving.
EVERY TUESDAY @ 7:00 A.M.: GROUP RUNS, RUSSIAN GULCH STATE PARK, beginning on Point Cabrillo Drive, 1/10 of a mile north of it's south end.
EVERY THURSDAY @ 7:00 A.M.: GROUP RUNS, VAN DAMME STATE PARK, beginning at the beach.
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