times Shaver Lake Times News for Travelers on Where To Shop, Eat, Stay and Play in the Local Issue #2 Spring, Summer, Fall 2021 A Talahi Publication Open for Business! Come Play and Stay With Family and Friends Shaver Lake is surrounded by land click Things to Do to get information managed by Southern Edi- on over 30 different exciting adven- son and the U.S. Forest Service. It is tures that await you. the gateway to several wilderness re- Take advantage of the Regional Map gions. Here you will find an art gallery, on page 17 of this paper. It will give lodging, camping, dining, gift shops, you an opportunity to plan ahead on hardware store, sports bars, a sporting what you might wish to visit or where goods store, real estate offices and gro- you might like to stay while here. cery stores. It is a blessing to all of us, visitors, The Central Sierra businesses and residents alike, that Resiliency Fund the many outdoor recreational activi- The Central Sierra Resiliency Fund ties that make this area so popular are supports long-term Creek Fire recov- available again in 2021. ery efforts in communities within the So come take advantage of fish- vicinity of Fresno County’s Central ing, hiking, boating, sailing, hunting, Sierra region including, but not limit- rock climbing, horseback riding, bird ed to, Huntington Lake, Lakeshore, Big watching, off road vehicle treks, sight- Creek Fire Changes Landscape, Creek, Shaver Lake, Pine Ridge, Mead- seeing, water sports and much more. ow Lakes, Alder Springs, and Auberry. If you have never been to this part of the Massive Restoration Underway To donate or to learn more about the , welcome. There is The tragedy of the Creek Fire be- It is considered by experts to be one of Resiliency Fund please visit online at always something to do. Or, if you prefer, comes apparent halfway up the four the most aggressive wildfires in Califor- sierrahistorical.org/resiliencyfund or you can simply relax with a good book. lane on Highway 168 as the view nia history. Nearly $193 million in fire call (559) 841-4477. Send an email to Go to ShaverLakeTimes.com and changes from natural vegetation to a suppression costs were incurred. The es- [email protected] burned out desolate landscape. timated property damage tops a half bil- lion dollars. The cause is still unknown. What Saved the Town of Shaver (continued on page 28) Guidelines Remain in Place Lake from the Devastating Fire? to Help Keep Businesses Open You and others traveling to Shaver pletely engulf the shoreline. A section of Be aware of state and local laws. Lake in 2021 will see firsthand the re- forest north of the lake withstood the fire Wear a mask when required. It shows sults of the Creek Fire. Many will won- despite sitting in its direct path when a wall respect for others and helps bring an der why some areas were torched while of flames roared up from Big Creek Can- end to an international nightmare. others, like the town of Shaver Lake, yon in the early morning hours of Sept. 5. Get vaccinated. Use hand sanitizer, were left unscathed. (continued on page 6) limit the size of your party. Keep six When looking closely at maps of the feet of distance from those not in your Creek Fire, you notice how the burned ar- household. Wash hands frequently. eas surround Shaver Lake but don’t com- View from the sweeping curve on Highway 168 looking back towards Cressman’s General Store. Shaver Lake Times All the news that fits we print! This devastating fire was sparked in the Big Creek drainage late in the after- • Mountain Biking in the Sierra - 14 • Horseback Riding in the Sierra - 4 • Rock Jocks at Courtright - 4 • Adaptive Sports Program Team - 23 noon of September 4, the beginning of • Camping With a Furry Friend - 21 • Sierra Marina Staff Fights Fire - 8 Labor Day Weekend. • Enjoy Beautiful Wildflowers - 26 • Six Major Lakes in the Region - 29 It destroyed 856 homes and 71 other • Catch and Release Fishing - 20 • Star Gazing in the Sierra Nevada - 9 structures. Twelve campers and 14 fire- • Please Do Not Feed the Wildlife - 5 • SL Volunteer Information - 16 fighters were injured. There were no • Soak in Wilderness Hot Springs - 12 • Regional Restaurant Available - 11 fatalities. It consumed nearly 400,000 • Muir Trail and PCT Hiking News - 23 • Teach the Kids to Make S’mores - 24 acres. Full containment was finally de- • Off Road Trail Suggestions - 19 • Regional Museums to Explore - 13 SCE forestry management teams have done clared four months later on December 24. Copyright ©2021 Talahi Media Arts, Prather, CA • (559) 298-3133 • Talahi.com prescribed burning on property for many years. Shaver Lake times

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Shaver Lake Times - page 4 Visit Us Online at ShaverLakeTimes.com Shaver Lake times Do Them a Favor “Please Don’t Feed Local Wildlife” Florence Lake Store and Ferry Service Feeding wild animals does more rinsed and put in a tied bag or securely harm than good. Yeah they’re cute and covered garbage can. they might seem hungry, but feeding 4. When visiting outdoors, clean up Take advantage of a rare opportunity wild animals, whether in your own after yourself and follow wildlife rules. to purchase a beautiful turn key business backyard or while on vacation, just 5. Learn when to step in. If you see an owned by the same family for over 70 years. isn’t a good idea. There is important reasoning behind this statement. “People” food is not nutritious enough for animals and may cause se- rious health problems, especially if an animal is fed items like bread, French fries and popcorn on a regular basis. When people feed wild animals, those creatures lose their natural fear Pine Martin of people. Feeding makes large, po- animal who you think may be injured tentially dangerous animals become or orphaned, make sure the animal truly too comfortable in recreational areas. needs your help before feeding the ani- Once they learn they can beg for food, mal anything or attempting a “rescue.” they can become a nuisance, and even Remember we are just guests when worse, a safety risk. you take your family camping trip this summer, or are out enjoying a hike. The furry critters that people are try- ing to feed, ride or save are wild. They have natural instincts when it comes to Complete Details at Florence-Lake.com hunting, foraging for food and surviving. Meanwhile, the beautiful trees do not need to have stuff carved on them. Col- Lazy bear orful flowers need to be photographed, Giving people food to wildlife can be and not picked. Rock formations don’t a form of animal cruelty. Most animals look better spray painted. have natural diets and specific kinds of digestive bacteria. Human food causes the wrong type of bacteria to become dominant in their stomachs. These an- imals may no longer able to digest their natural foods and end up starving to death. What could be more cruel? What can you do? 1. Rinse all recyclable glass and plas- tic containers to remove any food rem- Grouse Kaiser Wilderness Businesses Are Ok NarrowGaugeInn.Com It is wonderful to report that the pop- At The Southern Gateway to Yosemite National Park ular backcountry resorts and pack out- A warmly appointed hotel, The Narrow Gauge Inn is a comfortable home fits accessed via Kaiser Pass Road all away from home and an excellent base for all your Yosemite adventures. remain undamaged by the Creek Fire. This includes the Portal Forbay Porcupine Campground, High Sierra Ranger Sta- (559) 683-7720 nants and odors. Some animals, like tion, Resort, Mono skunks, can get their heads stuck in con- Hot Springs Campground, Vermilion tainers and wind-up starving to death. Valley Resort at Edison Lake, High Cut and/or crush plastic containers and Sierra Pack Station near Edison Lake, cut each ring of plastic six-pack carriers. Ward Lake, Florence Lake Store and 2. When traveling with pets, feed Marina as well as the Muir Trail Ranch. them inside. So it is safe to head for the high 3. Make sure plastic food wrap is country and have a great time!

Visit Us Online at ShaverLakeTimes.com Shaver Lake Times - page 5 Shaver Lake times Shaver Lake Saved by Aggressive Firefighters and Forest Management (continued from page 1) and had to train the loggers because they Shaver Lake survived because of ag- weren’t used to logging that carefully.” gressive firefighting combined with Mount’s practices and philosophies years of SCE’s forest management skills. continue under Steve Byrd, now SCE’s A fire’s essential role in the forests is natural resources program manager. now a widely accepted fact. In the early “About 15 years ago I noticed a big 1960s this was controversial. Fire was change within the Forest Service. They considered bad for the environment. started doing more and more prescribed Around this time, retired SCE forester, burning on their land,” Byrd said. John Mount was studying at Berkeley. “About six years ago I really saw a “Only one of the professors, Harold change in Cal Fire. They actually came to Biswell, advocated fire and everyone else us and asked, ‘Hey, we would like to come said, ‘No, you’re crazy.’”, said Mount. out into the forest with you guys, burn Continuing with the practice of proscribed burning, started under the leadership of retired forester He posed the question, “If lightning with you and learn how you guys do it.” John Mount, SCE’s forest management team helps to prevent unwanted fire on their property. starts fires, who put them out before 1850?” Shaver Lake has fire dangers on three SCE managed forest land west of with SCE and Highway 168 Fire Safe “The answer of course is nobody,” he sides: Big Creek Canyon (north), Jose Shaver lake shows some charred trees Council. There is so little ground fuel said, “and that means fires burned all Basin (west) and Blue Canyon (south). and ground cover caused by back burn- that backfires deliberately set along the the time. There was no way to put them “We always knew that fire was a risk ing during the Creek Fire, but most of highway hardly spread. out. So from 1960 on, I advocated fire.” coming up at us on federal land,” Byrd the trees are alive and intact. Just up “Preparation, combined with all the In 1979, Mount was recruited by said. “For us it was a matter of what we do the road on national forest land, nearly firefighters in there behind those homes, SCE to manage its 20,000 acres of pri- when it gets here. How will we stop it?” all the trees are burned from the fire. in what was an absolute dogfight, is vate forest around Shaver Lake. Byrd said, 800 acres were burned On Shaver Lake’s west side, contain- what saved Shaver Lake,” Byrd said. “It was a jungle,” said Mount. “It around Ely Mountain from late Novem- ing the village, dam, Camp Edison, the Mount now consults on Fresno Coun- hadn’t been managed since Edison pur- ber into December of 2020. Nine months marinas, day-use areas and private cab- ty California’s Forest Management Task chased the land in 1919.” later, the Creek Fire roared up the can- ins, a network of fuel breaks stretches Force, advocating prescribed burning He started prescribed burning. When yon, but the flames did not burn up and south from Stevenson Mountain all the and thinning in the state’s forest. asked whether his bosses were sup- over Ely Mountain, on forest service way past the village. “This big fire should have never ever portive of his controversial methods, land, but is surrounded by SCE proper- These areas were thinned and treat- happened,” Mount said. “All that forest he laughed and replied, “They were. ty. Coincidence? Byrd doesn’t think so. ed with prescribed burns in partnership should have been burned and thinned.”

SCE land after the Creek Fire. Sierra National Forest land after the fire. They didn’t know it, but they were.” “Efforts on the northern boundary Mount employed a specialized sys- worked. When the fire came up from tem of logging and not just cut trees to Big Creek Canyon it hit that spot and be cutting trees. “I was very selective stopped cold,” he said. “Right there.”

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Visit Us Online at ShaverLakeTimes.com Shaver Lake Times - page 7 Shaver Lake times Marina Crew Helped Save Shaver Lake From Environmental Disaster Labor Day weekend is traditionally the would threaten us,” he said. “But sud- end of the summer for thousands of vis- denly we were in the thick of it.” itors to the region. Sierra Marina, at the Sandstrom knew the marina and all far end of the lake, near the Big Creek the boats therein were insured since this turnoff, is usually teeming with activity. is required by SCE. But he was con- Well, this past year on Sept. 5, the cerned about the environmental conse- Saturday before Labor Day, employees quences if all at the marina burned in Jake Karem is driven by Sheldon Sandstrom (not pictured) in the marina to knock down embers. at the marina were desperately scram- the fire and ended up in the lake. bling to protect it and all the boats He and his crew quickly outfitted a from the massive Creek Fire. couple of pontoon boats with the pumps As the embers from the Creek Fire fall into the Sheldon Sandstrom, manages the ma- and hose. Then they went to work. marina, Jake Karem uses hose to cool them down. rina which has over 400 slips, gas dock, “I really want to tip my hat and thank boat repair shop, mini store, watercraft the staff that fought this fire back and rentals and dry storage facility. saved the marina,” said Sandstrom. As usual, that morning, he was walk- “I thank my sons, Seth and Ethan, ing the deck watching folks heading out along with employees Jake Karem to have fun. But this Saturday was dif- and Terry Kifer plus all the other sup- Seth Sandstrom jumps into action to help pre- ferent. Looking over the mountain to- port staff behind us. These four young vent embers from Creek Fire landing on marina. wards Big Creek, he could see the huge men supported me. They let me lead glow of the ever-growing Creek Fire them as we stayed in the middle of a Terry Kifer and Seth Sandstrom hustle to get fire spreading out from the ignition point of firestorm to make sure the marina and hoses into action to keep embers from the marina. Camp Sierra the evening before. all the boats were saved.” Sandstrom attends annual marina-ori- “We achieved our goal. No boats ented conventions and one year fire safety were damaged. These young men was discussed. He learned that a marina made it rain for hours to keep the fire is usually caused by faulty boat wiring. dock and canvas wet. Take a minute to After that experience, he decided to thank them when you get a chance to buy two $7,000 pumps, lots of fire hose see them. I couldn’t be more proud of Sheldon Sandstrom maneuvers pontoon boat so and nozzles. That was seven years ago. them. And if any one ever deserved a Backdraft on shore broke the dock and electrical that Jake Karem in front can direct water flow. “I never thought a major forest fire tip it would be them.” and phone connections were no longerworking. Welcome to Shaver Lake’s Musick Creek Inn & Chalets Cozy cabins providing a home away from home during your stay.

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Shaver Lake Times - page 8 Visit Us Online at ShaverLakeTimes.com Shaver Lake times Treat Yourself to a Special July and August Light Show in the Sierra Sky The Perseid Meteor Shower appears difficult to see in light-polluted areas. Its to radiate from the constellation of two brightest stars are Mirfak and Algol. Perseus. Meteors are usually observed The Perseid meteor shower radiates starting in mid-July, with peak obser- from the constellation in July and August. vations occurring in mid-August. Meteors, which are also referred When it comes to California Meteor to as falling or shooting stars, occur Showers the Perseid Meteor Shower when the Earth passes through debris usually puts on the best show of the fields left by passing comets. year, unless there is a full moon. What we are witnessing, when we A new moon with the darkest condi- see a shooting-star, is a small piece tions offers the best viewing of meteor of interplanetary matter, called a me- showers. It’s best to obtain a calendar teor, entering the Earth’s atmosphere with notations of full moon and new and ‘burning up’ at a height of about moon, as well as major holidays, so 100 km. While most look bright white, you can plan your outings around the some can appear blue, green, yellow, night sky and three day weekends. orange, or red. Some may even ex- The meteors are debris of the comet plode at the end of its visible flight. Swift-Tuttle. At its peak, the shower Most showers produce about 20 me- Plan to spend a few evenings around a campfire in the High Sierra in the mid July to August produces 60 or more meteors per hour teors per hour but there are showers time frame. Visitors can usually see some exciting aerial light shows brought to you by meteors. and sometimes the Perseid Shower which can produce hundreds of mete- produces brilliant fireballs. ors over a period of less than an hour. Here are some interesting facts Such shows are, unfortunately, very 2021 Events about the Perseus Constellation. First rare. Meteor showers are named af- of all, it is in the northern sky. ter the constellation from which they With the unknown status of regional The constellation is named for the appear to radiate and can happen any Greek mythological hero and demi- month throughout the year. events for 2021, they will be posted at god Perseus, best known for slaying (Source for this story is the website the Gorgon Medusa. http://www.totalescape.com/tripez/ ShaverLakeTimes.com/events The constellation is fairly faint and perseid.html#perseids)

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Visit Us Online at ShaverLakeTimes.com Shaver Lake Times - page 11 Shaver Lake times Mother Nature Fuels the Hot Springs in Kaiser Wilderness Active geothermal pockets are lurk- Old Pedro - Cross over to the south ing under the landscape of the Kaiser side of the river and make your ascent Wilderness. Heated by Mother Nature, up the hill about 40 feet to “Old Pedro” warmed waters rise naturally to the – one of Mono’s hottest springs aver- surface to create natural hot springs in aging around 106-107 degrees. which you can soak and relax. Two cement lined pools are the rem- They are located near the San Joaquin nants of a bath house built by the Cali- River, not far from the Mono Hot Springs fornia Conservation Corps in 1934. It is campground. Most of these hot springs an in and out pool – you have to get out were cemented in and made much more and cool down after 10 or 15 minutes. comfortable by men working on the ear- Reed Pools - Climbing another 100 ly in the 1920s. yards above Old Pedro, you find Reed Many visitors to the region will take a day and drive up toward Huntington Lake and then take the You can reach the hot springs by Pools. They are cooler and refreshing on Kaiser Pass Road to the Edison Lake Road where they will find several hot springs as seen herein. hot days. Behind the circular cement water a large granite outcropping with a pool a hot spring big enough to swim in, is tank are remnants of the old bath house. called the Rock Garden beside it. to drive up Edison Lake Road one mile From Old Pedro, you have three alter- It is a warmer hot spring, big enough and cross a small grated bridge. Park nates for reaching other hot springs. Walk for several folks. in recessed area just above the bridge. 300 yards east through a meadow with Walk out onto the rocks below the stepping stones to walk on to keep from road. When you see the resort below, sinking into the mud to Iodine Springs. look to your left and see a pool perched A more strenuous hike takes you to on the very top of a ridge. Its easiest to “Little Eden”, a swimming pool size circle around to your left from this van- traveling over Kaiser Pass. After nine hot spring perched high on the ridge tage point and reach Little Eden going miles of paved road, turn onto the well- through the steep meadows. down the path on the west side of the marked Edison Lake Road dropping About 100 yards down the path head- Mud Baths is 30 yards uphill and over boulders to reach the pool below. down and crossing the San Joaquin ing west along the river you will see the rocks. It is a cooler pool. The soft Rose Garden is nearby. It is another River with the turn off to the camp- water crossing the footpath. Look up to clay lining makes for excellent facials! of the cooler pools where you can sit ground just past the bridge. your left to water source and you’ll see The easy way to get to Little Eden, without having to get in and out.

Shaver Lake Times - page 12 Visit Us Online at ShaverLakeTimes.com Shaver Lake times Visit the Unique Museums in the Surrounding Region Visitors to the area can take time to visit Your children and/or grandchildren can three wonderful museums. One near Sierra enjoy crafts while you browse extensive High School, one at Huntington Lake and collections of Native American, logging, the other at Camp Edison at Shaver Lake. mining, ranching and pioneer era artifacts. The Eastern Fresno County Historical Venture outdoors to see the exhibits that of- Society Museum is one mile east of Hwy fer visitors an interactive experience. 168, at the bottom of the “Four Lanes” at At the hydro-electric powerhouse (the 33280 Lodge Rd., Tollhouse. only exhibit like it in the world), you will Their mission is to preserve knowledge learn the history of hydro-electric power and artifacts of eastern Fresno County like: and why the water in this area is called the mining, logging, ranching, Native heritage, “hardest working water in the world.” hydroelectric development, and the cultural The steam donkey and powerhouse are development of many small communities. working exhibits. Here is the only running This reconstructed gas station depicts what you would have seen in the early days of vehicle travel. Learn about the foothills and lower powerhouse in a museum in the world. This is one of many outside exhibits at the Eastern Fresno County Historical Society Museum. mountain history with pictures, exhibits and Visitors are offered scavenger hunts, available at: SierraHistorical.org. You can Road and travel 5-1/2 miles until you see hikes to points of interest and monthly con- contact the staff at (559) 841-4478. the Museum Sign, then park in front of the certs in the amphitheater. Finally, the Billy Creek Guard Station Museum on your left. You will go back in The gift shop at the museum provides Museum is found on Huntington Lake time and enjoy doing it! Welcome! adult and children books on California Rd. by the Lower and Upper Billy Creek See HuntingtonLakeHistorical.com/bil- history, Native American culture, pioneer Campgrounds. ly_crek_museum. (559) 347-0402 lives, natural history, wildlife, environ- It is a three building complex loaded with mental issues facing the West, and recre- history and interpretive displays that range ational activities in the Sierra. from the Monache or Western Mono Na- Visitors enjoy spending time at the Billy Creek The Museum is open seven days a week tive American people, European pioneers, Museum along the shore of Huntington Lake. from Memorial Day through Labor Day. the development of the hydroelectric proj- written descriptions of life between 1850 There is never a charge to get into ect and the mystery surrounding the B-24 and 2018. (559) 855-6552 Visit: efchs.com the museum. However, they are a that was lost in Huntington Lake in 1943. Next in line along Hwy 168 is the Muse- non-profit and appreciate any donations. To visit the museum, please use Califor- um of the Central Sierra, located near the The address is 42642 Tollhouse Rd just in- nia State Hwy 168 and travel up the moun- entrance to Camp Edison. Kids will love side the entrance to Camp Edison in Shav- tains to Huntington Lake, where the high- A replication of an old powerhouse sits behind this adventure. er Lake. A complete calendar of events is way ends. Turn left onto Huntington Lake the main Museum of the Central Sierra. building.

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Visit Us Online at ShaverLakeTimes.com Shaver Lake Times - page 13 Shaver Lake times This Region Offers Extensive Trail Wishon Village Adventures for Mountain Biking In his infinite wisdom, Mark Twain and a guide to the region published by once said “Learn to ride a bicycle. You the Shaver Lake Visitor’s Bureau is to be RV Resort will not regret it if you live.” found at most business in the region. There’s a sense of freedom that Nonetheless, there are many oppor- Enjoy an Outdoor Experience for the Whole Family comes along with riding a bicycle. tunities for two-wheel enthusiasts on, From mountain biking to road cycling, or near, the Sierra National Forest. RV Park • General Store • Gift Shop each one provides a different aspect to Paved roads that head into the forest the sport that should be experienced. are usually very steep but offer sce- Tent Camping • Boat Rentals Luckily, the Sierra National Forest is a nic-if challenging- hill climbing. Sum- Family owned and operated since 1960, mountain biker’s dream! It is the home mers can be hot and dry. It’s important located just 80 miles east of Fresno to a variety of cycling adventures. to carry extra water. at an elevation of 6,600’. Here’s just a few of the cool biking The Dinkey Creek trail is 11.7 miles Make your reservation today. opportunities available to you in and long. It begins at Cow Creek Quarry around Shaver Lake. and ends at Deer Creek. The trail is WishonVillage.com or call (559) 865-5361 great for Mountain Biking The ride from Mono Hot Springs to 66500 McKinley Grove Road, Shaver Lake, CA Edison or Florence Lakes round trip is WishonVillage.com Operating Under Permit by Sierra National Forest about 10 miles. The trail to Florence is fairly steep. The one to Edison is a less strenuous ride but very scenic. You can ride the Kaiser Pass Road to Sample Meadows then the Stump Springs Road down to Big Creek and back to Shaver. You can cover 56 miles round trip from Shaver Lake to the dam at Wishon. Courtright Reservoir is another nice place to take a bike ride. It is about 11 miles from the Wishon Village Store. There are a variety of trails that you can take on It is in beautiful high Sierra terrain Serving All Fresno County Foothill and Mountain Communities your mountain bike in the Shaver Lake region. that is often referred to as “Tuolumne Crisp mountain air, a variety of easy Meadows without the crowds”. or aggressive trail rides mixed with the Mile High scenic tours make bike riding a great pastime for all ages. You can experi- ence miles of mountain biking trails through majestic Sierra National Forest Lic. # 523977 in the Kaiser Wilderness and Dinkey Wilderness as well as the Countright (559) 855-3656 and Wishon Reservoir regions. The Sierra National Forest offers some MileHighPlumbing.org of the finest single-track riding any- where, from easy to technical. Detailed Riding through the forest can be relaxing, but maps are available at Shaver Lake Sports like swimming, should be done with a companion. Tom Oliveira Fishing Guide Shaver Lake Liquor and Beer Book Your Trip (559) 802-8072 ShaverLakeFishing.org Craft Beer Specialists (559) 841-7711 Corner of Dinkey Creek Rd. and Highway 168

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Visit Us Online at ShaverLakeTimes.com Shaver Lake Times - page 15 Shaver Lake times Shaver Lake Volunteers Care for Trail Maintenance in the Area Shaver Lake Volunteers (SLV) main- the mounts a rest by the water in Dor- tains the trail system around the lake abella Cove. and develops maps that describe and If you want to take a walk from Camp rate those trails. With the exception of Edison or Dorabella Campground find Camp Edison’s nature trail, all trails are the Lily Trail that follows the shore of multi-use. Dorabella Cove onto Nevin’s Peninsula. This means they are open to any kind Look for Shaver Lake Volunteer fly- of non-motorized traffic. Hikers, horses, ers in area businesses to catch monthly Take a Camping Trip This Summer and bicycles all share the trails. trail building or guided hikes. in Nearby Sierra National Forest When meeting a horse on the trail, These trails are possible because ev- yield to the uphill side of the trail and eryone pitches in. You can help by sav- After this past year, camping may be there can be winter storm activity that ing clean, CRV refundable recyclables. just what you, your family or friends you should avoid. After collecting from the yellow bins need this summer. It is one of the most Camping reservations are available. around Camp Edison, the volunteers popular recreation activities in the Si- But many are operated on a first-come, sort and transfer these recyclables, erra National Forest and it is usually first-served system. You can typically nearly three tons every summer. economical as well. stay in most campgrounds for 14 days. With Zero administrative costs, using Kids take well to camping. During Most of them fill up quickly during volunteer effort, this recycling program the experience they can learn many holiday weekends. So when traveling funds all of the trail building and asso- new things about the environment and during this time you should come pre- ciated interpretive publishing done by themselves as well. pared to camp in undeveloped areas. the Shaver Lake Volunteers annually. It is not unusual to see three genera- If you are traveling with an over- Above, the Shaver Lake Volunteers work to Look for the laminated trail map and tions of a family enjoying themselves sized motor home or camp trailer, you install a brand new sign for the Stevenson Trail. the Walker’s Companion at your favor- amongst the pine trees. will need to find a location that may be wait for the horse to pass. ite local stops. Here in the Central Sierra Nevada, more suitable to your needs. When cycling, remember to slow for For more information on trails or there are several campgrounds avail- Proper food storage and a clean camp blind turns and hills. Mountain bikers volunteer opportunities, Visit Shaver- is very important. Never leave food in favor the Stevenson Mt. Loop from LakeVolunteers.com. camp unattended. the south entrance. It climbs up the If bear boxes are available use them mountain along a dirt road, with scenic to store all food and scented items. views of the central valley and the lake Store all food and related supplies, in- from the top. cluding ice chests, in the trunk of your An equestrian favorite is Nevin’s vehicle. Food should be sealed in air Peninsula, accessed from the Dinkey tight containers. Creek Rd. rest stop. The trail head is In vehicles without trunks, all food on the north side of 168 between Camp and related supplies must be stored out Edison and Shaver Village. Hundreds of developed and undeveloped camps of sight. Cover your food completely to It is a wide dirt and gravel road with Visitors Kiosk was generously provided by the sites exist here in the Sierra National Forest. hide it from a bear’s view. good visibility. Bring a picnic and give Shaver Lake Volunteers, an all volunteer group. able to you. You can pick your own Clean the inside of your vehicle and spot online or get a wilderness permit remove any open drink containers and from the Forest Service and head off food (including wrappers). into the backcountry. Do not leave food or ice chests on The best time to camp is from June to your picnic table or in tents. Dispose of October. Prior to and after those dates, all trash properly.

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Disclamer: We are dependent on outside sources for information and they may not be accurate. Design by Talahi Media Arts, All Rights Reserved © 2019 Shaver Lake times Enjoy a Day Long Family Adventure in the Beaufiful Dinkey Creek Region For an special day, drive up Dinkey stream for you to explore. The water is Creek Road. Explore the Pine Lumber nice and cool. Relax in the water and sun. Camp, go swim at the Dinkey Creek After enjoying the water, drive back Campground and hike the giant Sequoias. down Dinkey Creek Road a short dis- Drive up Dinkey Creek Road off tance and turn left on McKinley Grove Highway 168. Ten miles after the turn- Road. Continue for six miles to the off, turn left to the Dinkey Creek Mill Work Center and Pine Log Camp. The Pine Logging Camp was a lum- ber mill at Dinkey Creek built in 1937. It operated until 1979. Park and wan- der through the old logging operation. Next, continue up Dinkey Creek Road and stop at the gate to pay a day use Above is a picture from 1955 of the old Pine Lumber Camp near Dinkey Creek. It was built in 1937 and continued to operate until 1979. It is an interesting location to tour while visiting the region. Take time to visit the giant Sequoia trees at the McKinley Grove in the watershed. Osprey and Eagles Soar in the McKinley Grove of Giant Sequoias. This isolated grove consists of be- Friendly Skies of the High Sierra tween 150 and 200 giant trees locat- Shaver Lake is home to a wide vari- Ospreys are better hunters than Bald ed in the Kings River watershed. The ety of wildlife. But only a couple rule Eagles but are also smaller. As a result, grove occupies a small bowl-shaped the sky: the Bald Eagle and the Osprey. as noted above, the Bald Eagles have depression at an elevation of 6,200 Bald Eagles live near lakes, rivers discovered they do not need to hunt The Honeymoon Pool is one of several popular feet. It features a handicap accessible swimming holes near Dinkey Creek Campground. and wetlands where they can find fish with the ospreys around. interpretive trail. to hunt. They can simply wait for an osprey to fee. Dinkey Creek has two popular swim Be sure to take water, snacks or a Locally, trout make up the majori- catch a fish and then steal it from them. ming areas: the Slicks and Honeymoon lunch, towels, walking shoes, a hat, ty of the eagle’s diet. While they will Both birds will make huge stick nests Pool. Three or four more pools are up- sunscreen and your camera. hunt, they prefer to steal fish from their in large trees along the shore of the smaller cousins, the Ospreys. lake. Osprey nests will typically be at Bald Eagles will mate for life and will the very top of the tree while the eagle usually live 15-25 years in the wild. Not nests will be down the tree a bit. Problems Insuring Mountain Homes? all will have a white head and tail. In Living in such close proximity, these fact, it usually takes four to five years birds are always in a battle with each Have you been denied or dropped for the birds to reach maturity and then other for food and space. If you watch due to brush or Wildfire areas? molt into their characteristic colors. and listen you will regularly hear these Here on Shaver there are a dozen or I Have Your Solution! more nesting pairs of Ospreys. Every spring sees these birds arrive at the lake to begin nesting. When nesting is complete and winter is approaching, these birds will migrate south to spend their winters in Mexico Family Owned and Operated for 60 years! and Central America. “We have specialized in mountain homes, brush Ospreys are fish specialists and are areas and coastal properties for the past 10 years.” equipped with unique adaptations that help them hunt. Some of these include reversible outer toes, backward-facing If you have suffered a loss and will be rebuilding - Call me. scales on the talons and feet to act like If you are a survivor of a wildfire and want a fresh pair barbs to hold the fish, closable nostrils of eyes to review your situation - I’m here for you. to keep the water out and dense, oily Above is a lovely image of a Eagle parent and Not sure how insurance works - I will explain it to you plumage to prevent feathers from get- its offspring, referred to a fledgling or eaglet. If you have been without insurance - No problem. ting water logged. birds yelling at each other and observe Home and Auto Discounts - Yes, just ask me They are also capable of seeing un- territorial displays. derwater and will often completely Keep an eye out for these nests and submerge themselves in pursuit of a birds. Early in the morning is the best Devin Wilson Insurance Services fish. Like all birds of prey, their vision time to watch the ospreys fish. (559) 782-0366 is incredible (6-8 times better than a If you’re lucky, you may even see an human) and can spot fish swimming eagle catch a fish out of mid-air after it [email protected] below the surface from far away. has stolen it from an osprey.

Shaver Lake Times - page 18 Visit Us Online at ShaverLakeTimes.com Shaver Lake times Sierra National Forest Offers You a Variety of 4-Wheel Drive Adventures Off road enthusiasts will find numer- ote Lake, and Mirror Lake. ous trail riding experiences near Shaver, To get to the Red Mountain area, Dinkey Creek, Courtright and Wishon take Hwy 168 east from Clovis to- Reservoirs and the Kaiser Wilderness. wards Shaver Lake. Continue 13 miles Herein you will find a few 4-wheel past Shaver Lake and turn on the Road trekking opportunities. For a complete 8S10, Red Mountain trail head. Follow listing of trails please visit ShaverLake- the signs for 3 miles to the intersection Fourth generation family ranchers in Hornitos CA Times.com/off-road-trails. of Road 8S42, and then travel 2.5 miles Bald Mountain: This popular route is to reach the trail heads. offers Whole, Half and Quarter orders. the only route on the district that is usu- West and Strawberry Lakes: These ally open year-round. The route is acces- routes are classified as Easy routes and $300 will Reserve your sible from the south by taking Dinkey will lead you to West and Strawberry Lakes. The West Lake trail is 1 mile long 100% Ranch Raised Custom and the Strawberry Lake is 2.5 miles long. or Seasonal Grass fed beef. Red, Mirror and Coyote Lakes: Red Lake is classified as a More Difficult route. It is 2 miles in length and takes 1 Call (209) 376-2439 for Information hour to drive. It accesses Red Lake just Visit HornitosBeef.com for Details outside of the . Coyote Lake is classified as a Most Difficult route that is 3.5 miles long and Off-road trails are found throughout the Sierra takes 2 hours to drive. It provides ac- National Forest. Always venture off road safely. cess to Coyote Lake. The shoreline of Creek Road east from Shaver Lake and the lake from the outlet westward to at approximately 9.5 miles turning left where the trail first approaches the lake on Rock Creek Road (9S09). Go north is the wilderness boundary. on Rd 9S09 for 3.5 miles to start of the route. Staying right at the first two intersections will put you on the more challenging lower loop. Stay left for the most direct and easier route to the top of Bald Mountain. To access from the north take Hwy 168 above Shaver Lake to the Tamarack Snow-Park, trav- el along Rd 9S09 for 3 miles to the in- tersection of Rd. 9S02. Take Rd. 9S02 south and you will come to the north Some rasty rocks and boulders await 4-wheel- trail head in less than 10 minutes. This ers that enjoy the thrill of adventurous trails. route is known as the “easy way” to the Mirror Lake is classified as a Most top of Bald Mountain. Stay right at the Difficult route which is 1.5 miles long first intersection after the trail head. and takes almost an hour to drive. It Just south of Huntington Lake, off of provides access to Mirror Lake. The Hwy 168, you will find the Red Moun- route down to the lake is a tough one! tain routes. They include West Lake, Brewer Route: Just above Shaver Strawberry Lake, Red Mountain, Coy- Lake you will find the Brewer OHV route which is classified as Easiest. This trail is great for beginners or those look- ing to test a new vehicle. The route is 3.5 miles long and takes an hour to drive. Take Hwy 168 east from Clovis to Shaver Lake. Follow Hwy 168 past Shaver Lake to the Tamarack Sno Park. Turn east on Road 9S69 and travel about 3 miles, then turn left on Road 9S69. Continue on Road 9S69 for 2 miles un- til you reach Road 9S10 on your right. 800-434-RIDE • 559-841-8500 Follow Road 9S10 for 1.5 miles to you Just a 1/2 mile from Camp Edison get to a gate and large bulletin board. ShaverStable.horse ShaverLakeTimes.com/off-road-trails

Visit Us Online at ShaverLakeTimes.com Shaver Lake Times - page 19 Shaver Lake times Consider the Catch and Release Fishing Method Catch and release fishing improves In catch and release fishing, anglers native fish populations. It assures that immediately release the fish. It takes more fish remain and reproduce in the practice. ecosystem. It also provides opportuni- Learn the proper techniques and ties for increasing the numbers of an- you’ll soon be catching and releasing glers to enjoy fishing and catch fish. fish in a safe, humane way. • Upon releasing a fish, most anglers figure that if it swims away, it’s just fine and will survive. Unfortunately, this isn’t necessarily true. Catch and release fishing improves the population of native fish and assures that more fish will • Fish that are hooked in the gills or in remain and reproduce in the ecosystem. However, you need to learn the proper techniques required. the gut have a much lower rate of sur- levels of potentially fatal lactic acid. avoid extreme exhaustion. vival than those hooked in the outer por- In addition, a big fish has problems • Keep the fish in the water and re- tions of the mouth. If you rupture a gill with overheated muscles that break suscitate it. Handle the fish gently with with a hook, a hemorrhage ensues and down in the course of a long fight. wet hands or moist gloves. If you must the fish bleeds to death. Gut hooked fish Handling a fish with dry hands can re- net it, use a release net made of soft survive poorly for a number of reasons. move their protective slime, leaving them knot-less fabric and keep the fish under Many people think they can bring that open to infection. Don’t net fish or lift water in the net. Don’t lift the fish up in deeply hooked fish to the boat, cut the it out of the water. Keep it submerged, the air or squeeze it. leader, and the hook will rust out right carefully remove the hook and set it free. • If you plan to keep a fish for the away. There is absolutely no data that Please note that fish gills are internal table, let the hook-up decide what you would suggest the hook rusts away. organs. Reaching into the gill plate to kill. If a trophy fish is hooked in the lip Mortality is affected by exhaustion. hoist a fish can damage sensitive tissues. for an easy release, let it go. If a small- A big fish hooked on ultra-light tackle • Pinch the barb on your hook flat so er fish is bleeding, keep it and eat it. Releasing native fish will help to ensure can’t be forced to the boat until it’s to- it’s easily removed. Use the right hook. By fishing responsibly, it will mean that the enjoyment of this popular recre- tally warn out. This stresses your catch Circle hooks are the ideal choice. more fish in the future for everyone. ational activity will last for generations. and exhaustion creates extremely high • Bring the fish to the boat quickly to Story by Angling Unlimited

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Visit Us Online at ShaverLakeTimes.com Shaver Lake Times - page 21 Shaver Lake times Four Huntington Kid Camps Damaged by Fire. Three Not to Open for 2021 Season Sadly Huntington Lake Boy Scout important structures, have been signifi- Camps Kern, Oljato and Silver Fir, cantly damaged or destroyed by the fire. along with private Kennolyn Camp Once conditions in the area allow them suffered severe damage in the Creek to make an assessment, they will provide Fire and will not be open in 2021. Gold more details as to what is a total loss and Arrow Camp, near China Peak, sus- what can be salvaged. Falling trees are the tained moderate damage, but will open. likely cause of fire damage. Fortunately, Fortunately, much of the area sur- camp facilities are covered by insurance rounding the lake itself were unaffect- for fire, which will help greatly in resto- ed, including the Kennolyn waterfront, ration. More details at CampKern.org. boathouse and dock facilities along with Camp Silver Fir sustained significant Built in 1904, Cressman’s General Store was totally destroyed by the Creek Fire. Tragically, the damage to the infrastructure and the owners, Ty and Tara Gillette, lost their home to the flames as well. They are rebuilding both! forest. It is located near the Upper Line Creek Tract. Three of four structures Come and Say Howdy at Cressman’s were destroyed. The primary program as Popular Business Rebuilds After Fire facility survived intact. It is possible the For those who don’t know, Cress- But Keith, Vince and Jean found the facility will be back in operation by sum- man’s General Store was originally perfect buyers, long time local resi- mer 2022 as a base camp and for limited built in 1904 to serve those working in dents Ty and Tara Gillette. troop camping. Details at vhcbsa.org/csf the booming logging industry. “When I found out about the oppor- All the primary buildings survived at It was situated on a flat spot at the tunity I just thought it was too good to Camp Oljato, on the western shore of the half-way point in a long journey that pass up,” said Ty Gillett. The family in- lake. Much of the camp was undamaged. began on the floor of the San Joaquin cludes two children, Emmett and Paige. However, the electricity and water sys- Valley and ended in the high country. The hundreds of daily customers stop- Above, the bell at Camp Kern, so important to tems are not functional. A lot of hazard all who know its history, survived the Creek Fire. Logging teams, pulled by horses, ping at Cressman’s hardly noticed any trees will have to be felled. It requires ac- mules or oxen, would rest and be wa- operational differences. That is a real much of the Gold Arrow Camp facility. cess by boat and could not be worked on tered on the flat area at Cressman’s, testament to the Gillette family as they “While we are heart-broken by the during the winter. It will not be open. De- prior to their journey up the winding took the reigns and moved forward. fire’s impact on our camp,” stated Dan tails at Pacsky.org/camping/camp-oljato. mountain road. Then the Creek Fire roared over the Johnson, “we are excited for the oppor- Gold Arrow Camp will be open for the After the early days, it serviced to mountain and destroyed everything. tunity to re envision our lake camp pro- 2021 season, but is soliciting donations provide food, fuel and supplies to log- The Gilllette’s posted on Facebook that gram.” Details at KennolynCamps.com. to help rebuild the most structures and gers, construction workers, hikers, cy- they lost Cressman’s and their home. Camp Kern saw the central part of replace equipment that was destroyed. clists, fishermen, campers and others. They wrote, “A beloved historical camp, including the dining hall and other More details at GoldArrowCamp.com. It has seen good and bad times. About landmark has been lost and the pain our 12 years ago the good times returned family and our community is enduring when Keith Davis, Vince Wiggins and is almost suffocating at times. We will Jean Kilpatrick purchased the place. rebuild this landmark and continue to They lowered fuel prices, charging support our community members.” Sierra Tours less than stations in Prather and Shaver Loyal customers are excited that the Lake. They changed their menu dramat- fuel station and a limited store opera- ically. You could start the morning with tion will be available this season while beerocks and breakfast burritos. Really plans to rebuild Cressman’s take place. 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Thus Trade Days began Artisans could After a family hike, a dip in the lake, Beautiful Waterfalls • Pine Logging Camp sell pottery, paintings, woodworking a fishing adventure, a horseback ride or Giant Sequoias • Creek Fire Overview and other objects d’art once a month. another fun event, have them express Breathtaking Vistas • Dinkey Creek Bridge They provided several jobs to local what they got from the experience. Secluded Hot Springs • High Sierra Regattas folks to cook, bake, make sandwiches, Take a box of crayons, a few pencils run the store and oversee Trade Days. and a large blank pad for the kids. Then Museums • Famous Swimming Holes Then the unthinkable, they decided have them draw a picture and/or write an to sell. Loyal customers were a bit con- explanation of the adventure that they can SierraTours.org • Shaver Lake California cerned. They liked Cressman’s as it was. share with their family and friends.

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