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WOODLAND – As the end of summer nears, Tuleyome will take its last few groups of young adults kayaking on Lake Berryessa.
It was an active year for Tuleyome as more than 120 young adults participated in the annual Youth Outdoor Exploration Program. The kids love it. They learn teamwork, listening, and respect for the environment. Mostly, they just have fun.
The program is funded by the Yocha-De-He Community Fund, the Strong Foundation, Don Saylor’s Soups On! Event and private donors. The project began in 2005 to take local underserved teens rafting on the Cache Creek State Wild and Scenic River who might otherwise not have had that opportunity. This year Tuleyome expanded the program to include trail building, hiking, and kayaking.
Yolo County’s parks and public open spaces provide habitat for wildlife, scenic vistas, and places for people to enjoy the outdoors. Yolo County purchased the Otis Ranch, across from Camp Haswell Park, in 2002. The County Parks Master Plan, which included Otis Ranch, called for the creation of multi-use trails on the property.
Tuleyome volunteered to help Yolo County Parks begin trail construction, by mobilizing volunteers to build the first trail on the property. Teens from Tuleyome’s Youth Outdoor Exploration Program joined with other volunteers to help build the trail, working to clear a route around some of the scenic cliffs found on the property. The teens were enthusiastic and enjoyed seeing the results of their hard work.
After more than
400 hours of volunteer effort, Tuleyome is pleased to announce the first mile-and-a-half of the trail has been constructed. “Yolo County’s leaders were visionary in purchasing the ranch for the public, and we wanted to give back by helping them build the first public trail on the property,” said Andrew Fulks, Tuleyome president and project coordinator for the trail construction.
Vallerye Anderson, outreach director for Tuleyome commented, “These programs have been truly astounding. When the kids are working along side the adult volunteers they get a deeper understanding of what it means to help the community. Many of the youth commented that they would bring their families out to the trail since it was so close to where they live. Thanks to the volunteers at Tuleyome these kids were able to create a lasting connection to this area and can now share that piece of nature with their families. We especially want to thank Dan Garrett of Garrett Landscaping, who donated not only his time, but his Bobcat skid steer for grading work and the materials to build steps on the steeper sections of the trail.”
In addition to enjoying the water and the trails, the young adults get a unique chance to see a different world. On Lake Berryessa, the teens see wildlife including bald eagles, osprey, ducks, fish and turtles.
Jennifer of the Esparto R.I.S.E. after school program writes, “My favorite part of the trip was learning to use a kayak, and I only wished the day was longer.”
Joshua Basofin, an environmental lawyer and Tuleyome volunteer, comments “It is great to be part of the Youth Outdoor Exploration Program. Spending a day on the lake, talking about the natural history of the area, building teamwork skills, and just having fun is rewarding for everyone involved.”
For more information on Tuleyome check www.tuleyome.org or call 530-350-2599.
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The coming week promises to be cooler still – a welcome trend for those of us growing weary of the century plus mark on the thermometer.
The algae bloom (and decay) that we’ve experienced this summer here in the south end continues to be problematic. Some folks are simply dealing with it, while others are using it as an excuse (OK, maybe a good excuse) to stay out of the blazing hot sun. Cooler temperatures and some wind could go a long way in getting this stuff out of here …
Bass are holding tight to cooler, deeper water where the oxygen level is richer. Most of our anglers fishing minnows, crawdads, and finesse rigs are doing well in the 20 to 30 foot range. Look for deep water structure such as rocks, dock pilings, or walls for best results.
Live bait anglers are producing the most numbers, but our dedicated bassers using artificials have done well for themselves when they apply the tried and true hot weather formula mentioned above (cool, deep, well oxygenated water).
The top water action we usually see this time of year hasn’t really happened yet – perhaps before August runs out we’ll see something happen on that front.
Crappie fishermen have taken a clue from our Crappie Fishing Rule Book and acknowledged that we usually see a sharp drop off in action this time of year. The bite lasted far longer this year than in recent years past, but alas the bite has dropped off for now. Here’s looking forward to the fall …
Catfish hunters are still enjoying a good bite on mackerel. Several of our regulars have been using our live crawdads with fabulous success. A couple have even complained that they’ve had trouble keeping the bass off the ‘dads while they’re stalking the whiskerfish … Now that’s funny!
Deer hunting season is right around the corner now. If you’ve had trouble finding ammo (everyone has) you’ll be glad to know that we’re stocking up on all your favorite ammo … We’ve got a constant stream of rifle and handgun ammo arriving each week now.
Our next “Introduction to Handguns” class in coming up on Aug. 13. There’s still room in the class. Come enjoy professional instruction in a clean and comfortable environment here at Lakeshore Bait & Tackle in Clearlake. Register in advance for class here in the store.
Bob Rider is owner of Lakeshore Bait & Tackle, 14913-D Lakeshore Drive, Clearlake, telephone 707-994-FISH (3474). Visit the store online at www.994Fish.com .
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Gridiron greats include Kenny Stabler, Cliff Branch, Roger Craig, Craig Morton, Daryle Lamonica, Art Thoms, John Paye, Ben Davidson, John Taylor, Eric Wright, Marv Hubbard, Rod Martin, Ted Kwalick, Mike Wilson, Russ Francis and more to be announced.
This year, the event will be a nine-hole, skins game format, with a $5,000 purse to the winning foursome.
On Friday night, a luau and Pool and Pairings Party will be held at Konocti Harbor Resort and Spa at the Oasis prior to the Toby Keith concert, where event-goers can mingle with many of the celebrities in
Saturday’s Golf Shootout. A blind draw will pair celebrities with foursomes of amateurs for the morning and afternoon shootout flights.
Bright and early on Saturday morning, the day begins with a Celebrity Sunrise Champagne Breakfast buffet at 6:30 a.m. at Konocti Harbor Resort and Spa. Teams meet at 7:30 a.m. on the Buckingham Golf & Country Club, 2855 Eastlake Drive, Kelseyville; the morning flight tee time is scheduled for 8:30 a.m.; noon for the afternoon flight.
Spectators can watch celebrities up close from the gallery and expect a great day of autograph hunting and competitive golf.
During that weekend, two shows are scheduled. Toby Keith, with special guest Larry Ingram, will perform on August 28 at the resort’s 5,000-seat Konocti Field Amphitheater, which overlooks Clear Lake, and The Guess Who will perform indoors at the Joe Mazzola Classic Concert Showroom Saturday evening, where the awards show and memorabilia auction will be held.
For pricing and ticket information, contact Konocti Harbor Resort and Spa, 8727 Soda Bay Road, Kelseyville. There is an admission fee. Telephone 707-279-4281 or 800-660-LAKE, www.konoctiharbor.com .
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