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. . . . Wed, Aug 8, 11:17AM PST (-0800 GMT) Field Report by Sherie Brinley-Higgins Sherie, Clara, Jessica, Joan, Dwayne August 7, 2001, 9am Destination: Santa Barbara Botanical Gardens button . We had a great guided tour of the island plants, and Chumash use of plants to make baskets, clothing, and cordage. We hiked a lot and learned even more from our four guides. Most plants I thought were native to Santa Barbara County are not, including avocados. We learned a lot about leaf structure and texture and how the leaf adapts to the environment, and it’s surroundings, to conserve water ,and shield itself from weather exposure. Here is the resource for Santa Barbara

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Ted,Van Buren: . . . . Wed, Aug 8, 11:27AM PST (-0800 GMT) Field Report Ted Rice Botanical Gardens August 7, 2001 On Tuesday, August 7th, I took a fieldtrip to the Botanical Gardens in Santa Barbara, CA……… button ……………………… It was a trip to look at and learn about the plants that are native to the area and also the islands. It was a chance to learn about not only the habitats of indigenous plants but also the cultural uses of them by the local tribes of the area. It was a trip to look at and learn about the plants that are native to the area and also the islands. It was a chance to learn about not only the habitats of indigenous plants but also the cultural uses of them by the local tribes of the area. The goals of the project were: -take a main GPS reading in the entry of the gardens… -take 6 other readings while within the gardens of plants that grow not only in the gardens but also on at least one of the Channel Islands..record the names, LAT, LONG of the

6 plants chosen -sketch a leaf… photograph the 6 plants………… Answer the follow questions: 1. What native plants have been used by the Chumash for basket making?………. 2. What plants served as important foods for native peoples?……….

HHooverVic: . . . . Wed, Aug 8, 11:33AM PST (-0800 GMT) Botanical Gardens by Howard Hoover The Mission G.P. Sible challenge required an examination of the flora at Botanical Gardens in Santa Barbara, August 6, 2001. Include in this briefing are the GPS readings for the twelve different locations I explored during my visit to the Botanical Gardens. A majority of the horticultural specimens examined during my visit to the Botanic Garden are found on the Channel Islands. The GPS locations are provided so others, who may be interested, can find the flora described in this field report.

Sharon, Victoria: . . . . Wed, Aug 8, 11:34AM PST (-0800 GMT) Field report for the Santa Barbara Botanical Gardens on August 6, 2001 produced by Sharon Schumm, RUSD, Victoria Elementary. Mission G.P.Sible challenge destination begins with the Botanic Gardens in Santa Barbara, August 6, 2001. In this briefing, I will provide my GPS readings for 12 different locations throughout the Botanic Gardens. Also, included are pictures of the different varieties of flora on the Channel Islands. Sharon, Victoria: . . . . Wed, Aug 8, 11:35AM PST (-0800 GMT)

First marker: Description: The Ironwood tree (Santa Cruz Island Tree) was found at the entry of the Santa Barbara Botanical Gardens. Latitude: 34.45697° Longitude: -119.70926° Elevation: 735’

Sharon, Victoria: . . . . Wed, Aug 8, 11:36AM PST (-0800 GMT)

2nd Marker: Description: Deer grass is used for basket weaving. The flowering stems were used for the foundation of coiled baskets. Also seen were cattails, in which their roots were used for food and tule, which was used for shelter. Latitude: 34.457748° Longitude: -119.70978 Elevation: 734’

HHooverVic: . . . . Wed, Aug 8, 11:36AM PST (-0800 GMT)

First marker: Description: The Ironwood tree (Lyonothamnus floribundus), also known as the Santa Cruz Island Tree was found at the entry of the botanical gardens. This tree is a member of the rose family. Fossil evidence indicates this tree was common on the California mainland between six and sixteen million years ago. Latitude: 34.45697° Longitude: -119.70926° Elevation: 735’

Sharon, Victoria: . . . . Wed, Aug 8, 11:37AM PST (-0800 GMT)

3rd Marker: Description: Alum root (Heuchera maxima) from the Northern Channel Island Latitude: 34.45805° Longitude: -119.70978° Elevation: 719’ nieto, victoria: . . . . Wed, Aug 8, 11:42AM PST (-0800 GMT) Destination #1 Santa Barbara Botanic Garden Joseph Nieto www.campinternet.net Our first Mission G.P.S.IBLE challenge destination begins with the Botanic Gardens in Santa Barbara, August 6, 2001. In this briefing, I will share my GPS readings of 12 different readings throughout the Botanic Gardens. Also, included will be pictures of plants that grow on the Channel Islands along with sketches of each plant. nieto, victoria: . . . . Wed, Aug 8, 11:43AM PST (-0800 GMT)

First marker: Description: The Santa Cruz Island Ironwood Tree was found at the entry of the botanical gardens. In 1935, this species, a member of the rose family, was adopted as the Santa Barbara County tree. It is also the logo plant of the Santa Barbara Botanic Garden. These trees are found on the California Channel Islands of San Clemente, Santa Cruz, and Santa Rosa. Latitude: 34.45697° Longitude: -119.70926° Elevation: 735’ nieto, victoria: . . . . Wed, Aug 8, 11:44AM PST (-0800 GMT)

2nd Marker: Description: Deer grass was used for basket weaving. Also seen were cattails, in which their roots were used for food and tule, which was used for shelter. Latitude: 34.457748° Longitude: -119.70978 Elevation: 734’

Victoria Team: . . . . Wed, Aug 8, 11:47AM PST (-0800 GMT) Mission G.P.SIBLE challenge destination begins with the Botanic Gardens in Santa Barbara, August 6, 2001. In this briefing, I will share my GPS readings of twelve different locations throughout the Botanical Gardens. Also, included will be pictures of plants of the Channel Islands. All of the markers used were those plants indicative of Santa Barbara. Native plants used by the Chumash Indians for basket weaving were hemp, rushes, cattails, and grape vines. The plants used for food included acorns, cattails, Island Oak, and Bay Leaf. One of our team members drew sketches of various plants, which I was not able to scan for

the briefing. He did do a very fine job, however. First

marker: Description: The Ironwood tree (Santa Cruz Island Tree) was found at the entry of the botanical gardens. Latitude: 34.45697°

Longitude: -119.70926° Elevation: 735’ 2nd Marker: Description: Deer grass is used for basket weaving. Also seen were cattails. Their roots were used for food. Tule was used for shelter. Latitude: 34.457748° Longitude: -119.70978 Elevation: 734’ 3rd Marker: Description: Alum root (heuchera maxima) from the Northern Channel Island Latitude: 34.45805° Longitude: -119.70978° Elevation: 719’ 4th Marker:

Description: Golden rod (Salidago californica) Latitude: 34.45830° Longitude: -119.70976° Elevation: 723’ 5th Marker:

Description: Three awn grass (Aristida) Additionally, I saw a sundial indicating the latitude as 34° 25’ and longitude as 119° 42’. Latitude: 34.45845° Longitude: -119.70945° Elevation: 721’ 6th Marker: Description: Island Oak found in Santa Cruz. This tree was used for food. Latitude: 34.95854° Longitude: -119.70962° Elevation: 731’

7th Marker: Description: Lemonade Berry was also used for food. Latitude: 34.45868° Longitude: -119.70953° Elevation: 743’

8th Marker: Description: California Bay Tree was a trade item important to the Chumash. They used it for insect repellent and wooden bowls. Latitude: 34.45858° Longitude: -119.71017° Elevation: 762’ 9th

Marker: Description: Dudleya is an endemic plant to the islands. The Island Mallow (Lavatera assurgent) is also endemic to the islands. Buckwheat (arborscens) is endemic to Santa Cruz Island. Latitude: 34.45651° Longitude: -119.71062° Elevation: 611’ 10th Marker:

Description: Sugar Bush (Rhus ovata) is found on the Santa Cruz Island Latitude: 34.45610° Longitude: -119.71110° Elevation:

664’ 11th Marker: Description: Torrey Pines (Pinus Torreyana) found on the Santa Rosa Island used for boat making and food. Latitude: 34.45611° Longitude: -119.71069° Elevation: 598’ 12th Marker:

Description: Monkey flower (Mimulus aurantacus) and purple sage. Latitude: 34.45560° Longitude: -119.71069° Elevation: 649’ Dogbane (Apooynum cannabinum), narrow leaf and broadleaf milkweed were trade items from the mainland that were used for basket making. The inner bark fiber from the big leaf maple and flannel bush were used to make straps, ropes, and belts. Surf grass (phyllopadix scouleri) was used for mats and baskets. The Santa Barbara Botanical Gardens was filled with stunning landscapes of the redwood forest and a depiction of the Channel Islands. The island section was filled with unique endemic species of the island flora. For more information regarding the Santa Barbara Botanical Gardens can be located at button

Teacher Joni: . . . . Wed, Aug 8, 11:59AM PST (-0800 GMT) Field Report Joan Ward, Maple Elementary School, FUSD Tuesday, August 7, 2001 9am.PST Destination: Santa Barbara Botanical Gardens Elevation 357 ft. Latitude 34,45681 Longitude – 119, 70977 button The Santa Barbara Botanical Gardens provides numerous trails that wind through various types of flora, many labeled with their common and botanical names. Our trail guide, Sallie, pointed out the plants that were located on the different Channel Islands. One plant that we examined was the Climbing Pensteman. This plant is found on Santa Rosa Island, and Anacapa Island. button It’s long red petals create a funnel which is easily accessed by hummingbirds, who provide its pollination. We also examined some lovely Goldenrod. I can say that now, because I learned that there is a misconception about this wildflower. Many people think that Goldenrod is responsible for their sneezing and watery eyes, but in fact it is the Ragweed that often grows alongside Goldenrod, that is the culprit.

I thoroughly enjoyed my visit to the Santa Barbara Botanical Gardens. I learned about many of the plants that thrive on the Channel Islands. I also learned how the Native Americans used many of these plants in their daily lives.

August Kraemer Victoria Elementary: . . . . Wed, Aug 8, 12:17AM PST (-0800 GMT)

Victoria Elementary Riverside, CA “Oh the Places We Will Go..” August Kraemer Home webpage button Camp Internet website button Santa Barbara Botanical Gardens Field Report August 7, 2001 Mission G.P.Sible challenge destination begins with the Botanic Gardens in Santa Barbara, August 6, 2001. In this briefing, I will share our GPS readings of 13 different readings throughout the Botanic Gardens. button This is the Old Mission Dam and Aqueduct button button See the Victoria Team’s Field Report for the rest of our report.

Clara Alvear: . . . . Wed, Aug 8, 1:19PM PST (-0800 GMT) Clara Alvear … Wednesday August 8, 2001, 10:31 AM PST Destination 1 Santa Barbara Botanical Gardens Button Elevation 357 ft. Latitude 34.45681 Longitude – 119.70977 On Tuesday, August 7, 2001 we visited the Santa Barbara Botanical Gardens. At the entrance we saw a group plants that grow in the Channel Islands. The plants we saw t this point were the Island Ironwood, the Coastal Live Oak and the Sticky Monkey. At our second station at an elevation of 357 ft. Latitude 34.45752, Longitude – 119.70975, we saw a beautiful pond with turtles and little fish. The pond had a lot of juncos, which were used by the Chumash for weaving baskets and as cord for tying different things.

Clara Alvear: . . . . Wed, Aug 8, 1:29PM PST (-0800 GMT) Wednesday August 8, 2001, 10:31 AM PST Destination 1 Santa Barbara Botanical Gardens Button Elevation 357 ft. Latitude 34.45681 Longitude – 119.70977 On Tuesday, August 7, 2001 we visited the Santa Barbara Botanical Gardens. ( button ) At the entrance we saw a group plants that grow in the Channel Islands. The plants we saw t this point were the Island Ironwood, the Coastal Live Oak and the Sticky Monkey

: . . . . Wed, Aug 8, 1:38PM PST (-0800 GMT) Wednesday August 8, 2001, 10:31 AM PST Destination 1 Santa Barbara Botanical Gardens Button Elevation 357 ft. Latitude 34.45681 Longitude – 119.70977 On Tuesday, August 7, 2001 we visited the Santa Barbara Botanical Gardens. button At the entrance we saw a group plants that grow in the Channel Islands. The plants we saw t this point were the Island Ironwood, the Coastal Live Oak and the Sticky Monkey. button At our second station at an elevation of 357 ft. Latitude 34.45752, Longitude – 119.70975, we saw a beautiful pond with turtles and little fish. The pond had a lot of juncos, which were used by the Chumash for weaving baskets and as cord for tying different things. button : . . . . Wed, Aug 8, 3:09PM PST (-0800 GMT)

Clara Alvear: . . . . Wed, Aug 8, 3:53PM PST (-0800 GMT) Wednesday August 8, 2001, 10:31 AM PST Destination 1 Santa Barbara Botanical Gardens Button Elevation 357 ft. Latitude 34.45681 Longitude – 119.70977 On Tuesday, August 7, 2001 we visited the Santa Barbara Botanical Gardens. ( button ) At the entrance we saw a group plants that grow in the Channel Islands. The plants we saw t this point were the Island Ironwood, the

Coastal Live Oak and the Sticky Monkey. At our second station at an elevation of 357 ft. Latitude 34.45752, Longitude – 119.70975, we saw a beautiful pond with turtles and little fish. The pond had a lot of juncos, which were used by the Chumash for weaving baskets and as cord for

tying different things. susan@cvhigh: . . . . Thu, Aug 16, 1:07PM PST (-0800 GMT) Susan's field report from the Santa Barbara Botanic Garden...... the gardens are located on 65 acres in the foothills above the city...... native plants abound including Santa Rosa ironwood, torrey pine, coastline live oak, redwood and chaparal. susan@cvhigh: . . . . Thu, Aug 16, 1:21PM PST (-0800 GMT) susan from the botanic gardens...... one of the most fascinating features at the gardens is the dam and aquaduct built by the padres and Chumash in 1806. This waterworks system was created to provide the mission with needed water. This historic aspect helps us glimpse once again into early California life when the Chumash Indians worked with the Mission padres. N34.45656/ W marks the entrance of the gardens.

Nancy Ortiz, Los Olivos: . . . . Thu, Aug 16, 1:35PM PST (-0800 GMT)

Nancy Ortiz…..SB Botanic Gardens…… …. Sue Bergstrom greeted our group at the entrance GPS(187m, 34,45700, -119.70992). We were introduced to the most famous tree from the islands, the Santa Rosa Island ironwood, with it’s finely rounded leaves and the Santa Catalina Island ironwood, with its large, solid ovate leaves. The two trees have developed distinctly different leaves because of the two unique environments on each island. The rounded leaves deal with the water and wind on Santa Rosa Island, where the large leaves have a milder climate on Santa Catalina. Dwarfing these young trees were enormous Torrey Pines, who seem to enjoy growing in the milder environment of Santa Barbara,

Arlyn at CV: . . . . Thu, Aug 16, 1:39PM PST (-0800 GMT)

Arlyn’s Botanical Garden Field Trip The entrance to the Gardens is N34.45656/ W119.70976. At this point there is a beautiful Island plant called the Catalina Silver Lace (Eriophyllum Nevinii). It had a silver look from the color of the leaves. The next spot was N34.45637/ W119.70976 where I observed Island Snap Dragon (Galvezia Speciosa). It was rather like a bush and had beautiful red blossoms. The Arctostaphylos Hookeri is a Monterey Manzanita, which means little apples. These fruit type things are used in making drinks. I saw Coastal Sage Scrub and Canyon Prince Giant Rye

which are used in basket making. My next reading was at the Phylla Torre Pines N34.45585/ W119.70957. The Lyonoth Florib. Aslen Island Ironwood were actually found in ancient fossils and still grow on this island of Santa Barbara. The Mahonia Pinnata Subsp. Insularis from Santa Cruz is located at N34.45597/ W119.71660. IT grows blue colored berries in the fall. These can be used for consumption and to acquire the pigment blue for painting. The Island Oak does not provide tasty acorns. They are bitter and must be taken in small quantities. They were probably used for trade. I learned that all Island Oaks are evergreens. They keep their leaves all

year. The Acer Macrophyllum Maple is located at N34.45886/ W119.70969. This is a beautiful tree. The Prickly Pear Cacti grows on the Islands in abundance and was probably used for consumption. This is located at N34.45707/ W119.70978 susan@cvhigh: . . . . Thu, Aug 16, 1:39PM PST (-0800 GMT)

...... the Santa Rosa ironwood is a premier example of native California plants. It has lived on the Channel Isands since recorded history.

Todd Cypress: . . . . Fri, Aug 17, 3:53PM PST (-0800 GMT) At about 9:00am Arlyn, Stphanie and I arrived at the botanical gardens in Santa Barbara. We took GPS readings at the enterance N34.45.701/W119.70928.

At the Kiosk our group met with Diana Kennett. She gave us a brief history of the garden and described some of the habitats we would encounter: Woodlands, canyon, raperion, desert, pond section and Redwood section. On our tour, our docent would concentrate her focus on the Channel island plants. The first island plant we came to was the Catalina Silver Lace, Eriophyllum Nevinii at N34.45661/W119.70988. It is named for its silver looking leaves in the right light. Next we came to Island Snapdragon, Galvvezia Speciosa N34.45642/W119.70976. This plant had small red blooms that are like the familiar snap dragons we see in stores. One of the more interresting trees of the islands is the Torri Pine, Pinus Torryanna at N34.45619/W119.70976. Other plantlife we saw during the tour were the Island Ironwood, Lyonoth Florib.Aspen at N34.45603/W119.71067. The Mahonia Pinnatta at N34.45598/W119.71091. This plant is used to make a yellow dye. The Island Oak (its acorns aren’t good foor food) at N34.45633/W119.71079. The Island Alum Root, which grows under the Island Oak at N34.45634/W119.71 066. We were shown many plants which the Native Chumash poeple used in their everyday lives. Some of the plants used for making baskets were; Indian Rush, Juncus Textillis, Deer Grass, Muhlenbergia rigens, Giant Chain fern and woodland fimbriata. We saw a big leaf maple (yes-it has big leaves) by the dam built by the Chumash under missionary instruction at N34.45883/W119.71009. finally we came to the desert area which had a large, and familiar, prickly pear cactus at N34.45706/W119.70982. It had fruit and would be ready for picking soon! At 11:00am we met with Karen Osland, who told us about the numerous uses of the plant life on and around the islands off the coast. We learned about tulle, cottontail, willow, and the amazing soap root palnt. The soap root plant could be used as glue, varnish, food, a brush, a fish gill paralyzer for easy fishing, and of coarse soap! And we learned about the Chumash diet which included acorns, numerous plant fruits, roots, berries and seeds. Some seeds, such as the sage seeds, which the chumash ate had as much as 450 calories per 3oz serving. More than a big mac!! That concluded our tour. We all had a wonderful time! If you would like to visit another beautiful garden go here button