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IN THIS ISSUE: New Sea Ranch board elected; special contributions recognized By George Calys FIRE/SAFETY FAIR — 2 With 49% of Sea Ranch PHOTO CONTEST — 4 households voting, Neil Moran and Karen Amiel were elect- CASINO — 6 ed to the Board of Director of The Sea Ranch at the Annual RIVER PARK — 8 Meeting on May 25. Moran and Amiel join continuing directors FoGR — 12 Jim Nybakken, Tim Fulkerson, Jackie Baas, Juli Baker, and Christopher Jaap. The newly constituted board met the next day and elected the following Hot dogs! officers: Jaap, Chair; Baas, Vice Chair; Nybakken, Treasur- er; and Moran, Secretary. The Hamburgers! Sea Ranch board also serves as the board for The Sea Ranch Water Company. Tug of war! Long-time Sea Rancher, George Rath- 2019-20 TSR Board (L-R) Neil Moran, Christopher Jaap, Juli Baker, Jim Nybakken, Tim Fulkerson, Jackie Baas, Karen Amiel. mell, was recognized with a Lifetime Service Award. Rathmell moved to The led to increased cultural benefits for ev- Legacy” in conjunction with SFMO- Sea Ranch in 1968 and was involved in eryone. MA. The working group consisted of numerous volunteer activities. Notably, The Sea Ranch Community Service the following members of the Archives he was a participant in the restoration Award was given to The Sea Ranch/ Committee: Lu Lyndon; Marcia Nybak- of the Knipp-Stengel barn, spearheaded SFMOMA working group, who were ken; Paula Smith; Hanne Liisberg; Lin- the rebuilding of the Del Mar School- instrumental in coordinating with the da Kennedy; Deloras Jones; and Chris- house, co-sponsored the Sea Ranch San Francisco Museum of Modern Art’s tine Kreyling. Film Classic program, and served as a exhibit featuring The Sea Ranch earlier Lu Lyndon was further recognized stagehand for the Sea Ranch Thespians. this year. The group also organized a with a Special Recognition Award for Rathmell’s efforts over the years have weekend-long “Sharing Our Sea Ranch her special efforts in the joint weekend experience with The Sea Ranch and San Francisco Museum of Modern Art. Christopher Jaap reflected, “[It was] the most wonderful event here since our 50th anniversary five years ago.”

by George Calys They struggled mightily, those young athletes, boys against girls, in the tradi- tional tug of war. Meanwhile, the older crowd sipped suds and downed burgers SFMOMA working group recognized for their efforts. (both beef and veggie) and chowed hot Lu Lyndon recipient of Special Recognition Award. dogs. The annual Memorial Day BBQ to benefit Sea Ranch Volunteer Fire De- partment was a success with 572 attend- ing at One Eyed Jacks Playground. Fire trucks, Smoky Bear, and numerous fire fighters were on hand to meet, greet, and educate Sea Ranchers about the vital role the fire fighters play. The event grossed $11,200 including ticket and apparel sales and donations. Net income is estimated to be $8,500. Picnic income and donations support the purchase of major items such as new res- cue vehicle 4433 and the upkeep of the North Fire Station. More photos are on pages 10 and 11. George Rathmell, Lifetime Achievement Award. PAGE 2 THE SEA RANCH SOUNDINGS SUMMER 2019

Getting ready for fire season From Redwood Rise at The Sea Ranch by George Calys many people it takes to put on a play. Surprisingly, it takes around 100 folks total for each production! As I listened to Tim Fulkerson talk the other day, And everyone one of them is a volunteer. I was struck by the sheer volume of what is accom- plished at The Sea Ranch. Tim is outgoing chair of That is just one slice of The Sea Ranch life. Vol- The Sea Ranch Board (he is staying on the board) unteers handle myriad tasks from trails maintenance and has a special vantage to landscaping of the commons point as a participant and to free educational programs. If observer of the many ef- you’re recent to The Sea Ranch, forts and initiatives that go you may not be aware that the on here. We all are the ben- Knipp-Stengel barn (the white eficiaries of the work of the barn) was largely restored by Association staff who keep a group of volunteers about 20 our roads and water and years ago who now call them- recreation centers and safe- selves “the Barnies”. Pretty in- ty in focus. Yet, there are credible. Recent Coastal Fire and Safety Fair. Photo by Chris others, unpaid, who make As you peruse the publication Howard. our lives richer at The Sea now in your hands, it too is the Ranch. I’m speaking, of product of volunteer labor. It by Chris Howard course, of the many volun- takes anywhere from 12-15 peo- teers who take on countless ple to put out each issue of Sound- Fire season is nearly upon California and every Sea projects. ings. There are four people whose Rancher should be aware of the resources available Have you enjoyed any writing contributions have raised to remain safe. To assist in this, The Sea Ranch Fire productions by The Sea the level of Soundings during the Safe Council will sponsor a Coastal Fire & Safety Fair Ranch Thespians? That past year: Laurie Mueller; Eliza- on Saturday, August 10th from 12:00 to 3:00 PM, at group has been putting on beth Coffee; Tempra Board; and the Knipp-Stengel Barn on The Sea Ranch. The event plays for over 20 years! I Chad DeWitt. Each of these Sea is free and open to everyone in the Mendonoma area. recently spoke with Carol George Calys. Rancher’s work appears in the is- This is an opportunity for you to meet the people Emory, co-sponsor of the sue. responsible for your safety and support, and to learn Thespians, and asked how So much of what we enjoy here more ways to ensure your safety in our rural envi- is the result of volunteer effort; it’s all but impos- ronment. The following groups will be on hand to sible to go anywhere at The Sea Ranch and not en- talk with you, share their exhibits, demonstrate their counter something that was somehow touched by equipment and provide you with pertinent informa- Got a Story Idea? a volunteer. I realize that not everyone is able to tion about their programs: volunteer and some are just unwilling. Those are individual, personal choices. I’d still urge anyone • North Sonoma Coast Fire Protection District to step up just once and volunteer for any activity. • CAL FIRE Soundings is YOUR paper - Contribute! My guess is that the reward might be bigger than • Coast Life Support District you suspect. • Redwood Coast Medical Services Articles, photos, op ed pieces • Community Resource Connection “He has a right to criticize, who has a heart to • Shamli Hospice help.” ― Abraham Lincoln • Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) Pro- gram • TSRA Fire Safety Fuels Management Pro- gram Page 4

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Viewpoints differ on management of The Sea Ranch CTPZ By Laurie Mueller CTPZ (Central Timber Production Zone) to restore the CTPZ to a “healthy, robust, multi-storied, predominantly There has been a lot of confusion and conflicting in- redwood forest.” formation being spread about the management of the After a group of members expressed strong opposition forested areas in The Sea Ranch CTPZ (Central Timber to the plan to cut trees in the CTPZ, in March 2016 the Production Zone). Many Sea Ranchers have been puz- Board of Directors suspended the NTMP plan underway zled by letters they have seen in Soundings or by recent and decided instead to form a Forest Task Force (FTF) comments on Sea Ranch email lists referring to plans to charged with developing a plan for all the forested areas “log the redwood forest.” in The Sea Ranch. The FTF has not yet made any recom- In 2016, The Sea Ranch Association developed an mendations for managing the forest in the CTPZ. NTMP (Non-Industrial Timber Management Plan), a Despite the Board’s vote to suspend the NTMP and comprehensive forest management plan which recom- subsequent assurances by Board members and Associ- mended a selective harvest of trees in the forested area ation staff that the NTMP is no longer under consider- of The Sea Ranch along its eastern border known as the ation, some members opposed to the plan feel certain that TSR management is waiting for an opportunity to reinstitute the NTMP with the intention of logging the CTPZ for profit. There is no plan to “log the forest,” states Community Areas logged in recent decades contain dense even-aged stands of Manager Frank Bell, “and the NTMP isn’t even on the young trees that compete for soil, water and light. radar. It isn’t a topic of conversation brought up by any- one on the Board. I don’t how these rumors got started.” of the plan, particularly when they learned that revenue Others point out that much of the data and studies doc- would be generated by the trees that were selected for cut- umented in the 2016 NTMP are already out of date and ting. The NTMP also mentioned the projected cutting of will be even less useful over time. 35 % of the marketable trees in the CTPZ , which seemed excessive to those who were concerned about the scale of Logging the CTPZ for profit? the NTMP. (The 35% figure turned out to be somewhat As the NTMP Forest Management Plan was being de- misleading since the “marketable” trees (18” diameter or veloped, it soon became apparent that meeting the plan more) only constitute 13% of the trees in the CTPZ). objectives for the restoration and future management of A determined and organized group of Sea Ranchers the CTPZ would cost somewhere between $400,000 and opposed to the NTMP launched a campaign to block the $600,000 over a several-year period. plan from being implemented. After the debate about the Sea Ranch members who worked on objectives for the NTMP became heated, the Board decided to suspend the NTMP plan recall that generating revenue was not an ini- NTMP. tial consideration but was included as an objective when Although the NTMP was suspended because of mem- it was realized that much of the cost for work needed in ber concerns, other Sea Ranch members who worked the forest could be recouped by selling some of the trees most directly on the studies and research over an eight- that were chosen for removal in order to decrease forest year period that resulted in the decision to develop an density. It was decided that any extra revenue would be NTMP remain firmly convinced that the type of forest used for extra improvement efforts in the CTPZ or other management practices outlined in the NTMP would ben- vegetative management projects on The Sea Ranch. efit the forest and have been frustrated that some of those After the development of the NTMP was underway, opposed to the NTMP or other tree removal in the forest Several types of forested areas have been identified in the 282-acre some Sea Ranchers became concerned about the scope CTPZ, including many areas that are predominantly redwood. Page 19

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Surf Market to sponsor 3rd annual photo contest Forest Task Force If you like to eat and drink (and who doesn’t?) Merit prize: Surf Market’s Top Shelf Pantry you’ll want to enter this year’s Soundings Photog- Picks, a gift bag from Surf Market will delight raphy Contest! anyone with culinary curiosity and passion in the workshop Theme: Food and Drink at Sea Ranch. Pho- kitchen. Included is a selection of Surf’s favor- tographs should explore and interpret this theme ite seasonings, condiments and ready-to-serve At the upcoming June 22 Board meeting, the For- within the confines of The Sea Ranch. Photos tak- items that will delight all cooks and food lovers. est Task Force will present a workshop on the de- en from the air or ocean are permitted (drone photography Retail value: $50.00 tailed objectives it is developing for management of not permitted), so long as the subject matter is within The Citation prize: Surf Market $25.00 Gift Certificate. the forested commons throughout The Sea Ranch. Sea Ranch. Come pick up that special bottle of wine, a gift item, or The Board approved a revision of the principles Dates: Entries are due by August 23, 2019 and winners whatever suits your needs! and objectives developed earlier by the Forest Task will appear in the Fall issue of Soundings (mid-Septem- Copyright: Photographers will retain all copyright to Force at its October 2018 Board meeting. The June ber). their submissions, but agree to give Soundings, The Sea Workshop will provide another level of detail for Entries: Both color and black and white photos are Ranch Association, and Surf Market use of their photo- the revised general objectives approved by the accepted. Photos must be original, unpublished images, graphs for publication or exhibition. Board in October and will provide the basis for ex- taken by a Sea Rancher or their immediate family mem- Questions? Email [email protected] ploring a range of alternatives for future manage- bers at any time after January 1, 2019. No more than two ment of forested areas, including an investigation photographs per person may be submitted. Professional into the potential benefits of a carbon sequestration and amateur photographers may enter, but Soundings com- program. mittee members, Association staff, and contest jurors are Fire Safety…from Page 2 not eligible. Submission: Submit electronic images in JPG or TIFF • Marine Mammal Center format, minimum 300 dpi resolution. Thumbnail size pho- • South Coast Seniors tos will not be considered. Email submissions to sound- • Anchor Bay Amateur Radio Club [email protected]. Include photographer’s name and title of • TSR Emergency Management photograph, if any. • Native Plant Committee and Demo Garden Jury: Jurying will be conducted blind (the photogra- • TSR Sheep Vegetation Management Program pher’s name will be removed prior to jurying). The jury • Reach Helicopter will consist of George Calys, Soundings Editor; Rebecca • Red Cross Trailer Stewart, former chef at the Sea Ranch Lodge; and Craig • Medical Response Team Tooley, noted Sea Ranch photographer. Decisions of the • Emergency Communications attendees. Be sure to enter the free raffle to win one jury will be final. • TSR Safety & Security of two 5-Day Survival Backpacks packed with what Prizes: The contest sponsor, Surf Market, Gualala, will • Sonoma County Regional Parks you need to survive during an emergency. award prizes. Three winners (Honor, Merit, and Citation) • Sonoma County Sheriff Access to the event and additional parking is will be selected: • California Highway Patrol available on Wild Iris as congestion is expected at Honor prize: Surf Market deluxe tote bag filled to the • CA Dept of Fish & Wildlife the Ohlson Recreation Center Parking Lot near the brim with all things local, this bag of goodies will take you • Redwood Coast Humane Society Knipp-Stengel Barn. from morning to night with a delicious selection of locally • Evacuation Guidance & Defensible Space – For more information, please contact CAL FIRE produced treats. Find items from Pazzo Marco Creamery, • PRC 4291 Information Captain Shelley Spear at 707-785-2335 or Chris Wild Hog Vineyards, Lovers Lane Honey, Lisa’s Luscious Howard, The Sea Ranch Director of Safety and Se- Jams and Chutneys, Mc Evoy Ranch and more! Retail val- Free hot dogs, chips and drinks will be provided to curity Services at 707-785-2444. ue $155.00

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TSR citizen scientists at work: the Forest Task Force

By David Skibbins open sessions, which are enriched by comments and strengthen the ecosystem.) questions from interested observers. This is a report According to the benchmark of resilience, our for- The term “citizen scientist” entered the Oxford from this group of dedicated citizen scientists. Our ests are healthy. That has been the unanimous con- English Dictionary (OED) in June 2014. That shows goal: to couple our enduring Sea Ranch values with clusion of at least five experts who have examined you how far behind the OED is. Self-made citizen cutting-edge science. our forests and submitted written reports, all of which scientists have been a vital part of the life here at The Because any forest management proposal has a are available on the FTF web page. Sea Ranch for many decades. And that is as it should normative component, the FTF’s initial work focused But what about all those dead and dying trees? Our be. Because here on the Ranch we all signed a cove- on goals and objectives. In a statement adopted by pines, like pines throughout coastal California, are nant that binds us to the preservation of our land for the Board of Directors in October 2018, the FTF ac- experiencing stresses from pathogens not yet fully our time and for the generations that will follow us. commodated our profound respect for nature with a understood. Many of them have been and should be Back in the 1990’s George Snyder was our pio- commitment to ensuring member safety. We must of removed. However, science teaches us that stand- neer citizen scientist. Snyder began categorizing the course protect our residents and visitors from haz- ing dead trees and fallen trees are beneficial. They flora and fauna here on the Ranch. Even before his ards, but we should mitigate risks in ways that mini- continue to store the carbon they have removed from work, there were articles in the Bulletin going back mize damage to our environment. With that overar- the atmosphere—carbon that will be released back if to the early 1980’s focused on our unique environ- ching philosophy, the FTF objectives focus on five the trees are felled. Moreover, standing dead trees, ment. Mary Hunter, and later Barbara Rice and Di- significant aspects of our forested commons: forest snags, provide critical habitat for birds and animals. ane Hichwa , and volunteers in the Biotic Resource heath, wildlife habitat, hazards and safety, trails and As standing and fallen trees decay, they return vital group expanded on George’s work. Collaborating recreation and quality of life. nutrients to the earth. More science is needed to find with California Department of Fish and Game, they The FTF is now engaged in developing a robust the right balance of tree removal and non-removal for created the Rare and Endangered Plant Inventory. range of options to achieve those goals. In addition the forest. In the course of compiling that inventory, 15 native to field work—we have examined every forested area While trees, plants, and environmentalists have species not previously identified on the Ranch were of the ranch—we read and circulate hundreds of ar- emerged as the villains in the Trump narrative on added. Formal and informal groups add to our un- ticles. We post the best of those studies on the FTF California wildfires, research tells a different story. derstanding of our ecology; The Coastal Stewardship page on the TSR web site. We have embarked on a A recent study of coastal redwood forests conclud- Task Force, The Commons Landscape Committee, journey of discovery, which, like any good journey, ed that fire severity was more extreme in managed The Annual Bird Count group, Association staff and has surprised us occasionally and caused each of to than unmanaged forests. There is widespread con- many, many others. More recently, several of these discard some unexamined assumptions. The good sensus among experts, even loggers, that removing groups merged into the Ecology Sub-committee of news for Sea Ranchers: the empirical data are reas- large redwood trees exacerbates fire danger by pok- the Planning Committee and, with the assistance of suring. ing holes in the forest canopy, allowing wind and sun Association staff, continue the job of identifying and First, our forests are healthy. The key concept to dry out the floor and spur an explosive growth of mapping our abundant plant and animal life. of forest health is resilience. In the long life of any fire prone saplings. A few years ago, when the Board decided to expand forest, it will experience damaging events—“dis- Sea Ranchers are of course concerned about fire. their focus for managing the Central Forest, they cre- turbances“ in forest parlance—such as floods, land- We have welcomed and sheltered evacuees from ated the Forest Task Force (FTF) to help guide them slides, droughts, fire and insect infestations. Are- devastating fires in 2017 and 2018 and heard their in making management decisions for all our forest- silient forest weathers disturbances and continues to terrifying stories of midnight escapes with children ed lands. FTF members meet monthly with liaisons thrive. (In fact, following a major disturbance it ex- in pajamas. But we must keep those fires in perspec- from the Trails Committee, Commons Landscape periences biodiversity. If landowners rush in to tidy tive: they occurred in hotter, drier terrain to the east. Committee and Association staff. We hear from ex- up the forest following a disturbance, the forest loses Coastal redwood forests, especially those with closed perts, do field observations, and discuss research in its ability to attract the new insects and plants that Page 16

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Friends, atmospher- Gambling, whether day trading in the stock market, ic pleasure, fun, and even money (if it is a choice to at a casino, or choosing to take other risks with your The old saying goes: There’s only two things in life spend it) may be won simply by being there. When money, is considered by many a taboo activity--an ad- you can count on: death and taxes. By death, I’m re- asked why he is a patron, one gentleman replied that diction perhaps, except when one can control his/her ferring to getting older, and by taxes, I’m referring to it is a cultural oasis--a stimulating venue unlike any losses or adhere to a budgeted expense. Drugs, alco- TSRA assessments. I think we can all agree that we’re other in this area where excellent food can be found at hol, and behaviors such as stealing, sex, exercise, and all getting older, and for many older Sea Ranchers, that delicious prices, interesting people abound, conversa- overeating when one is already obese are also addic- means at some point no longer being able to live in or tions about known and unknown subjects may occur, tions. These, as well as gambling, may be controlled visit their beloved homes here. Even as a part timer, and people of every age, race and nationality may be- by sheer willpower, but some need intervention from a the weekends at The Sea Ranch are never long enough. come acquaintances or even friends. All winners! professional. However, these behaviors in moderation If only there was a way to stay here longer. This casino is a place to go to get away from it all, and under control are not an addiction. Many can and Looking back over the last 15 years, I’ve had the whether that “all” is loneliness, boredom, or even do control these behaviors and feel that a gambling privilege of designing homes for all sorts of interesting what seems like a too busy schedule. To do something loss within the budget is a minimum payment for the people. I realize I’ve gotten the same request multiple different and out of the ordinary provides relief and gains--perhaps the cost of a ticket to a concert or spe- times: create for us a home that we can grow old in. enthusiasm for tomorrow. So how is it that a casino, cial event. My clientele tend to be forward thinkers, ecologically particularly the Garcia River Casino can be thought minded, and eager to embrace clever, practical solu- of as a cultural oasis? It seems an apt description one Can visiting this casino even be therapeutic? tions that allow them to stay in their homes and avoid- should explore. Therapy is designed to relieve tension and encour- ing moving to a care facility. The current approach to The commonly held definition of oasis is “a fertile age participation in meaningful activities. While inter- designing a home to age in, often stirs up feelings of or green area in an arid region such as a desert.” But views with patrons at the casino provided a plethora dread and disgust when you see what’s being recom- it may also be defined as a place or something that of reasons for attendance, many did not include gam- mended. The status quo seems to suggest we are to “provides refuge, relief, or pleasant contrast.” There- bling. Some referred to the atmosphere, the food, the sacrifice our active lives and beautiful homes for re- fore, a “cultural oasis” may be a combination of these people, and the opportunity for socialization and never tirement in a single level home only (with no other op- definitions. This area is not thought of as cosmopoli- even gamble! tion), decorated with electric lift assist chairs and with tan, but one patron of the casino said it reminds him The current manager, Scott Ignacio, points to the enough padding and metallic grab bars that it begins of the cosmopolitan life he once led and occasionally original idea for the casino as an effort to raise mon- to resemble the very casket we’re all trying to avoid. still misses. ey for the Manchester-Point Arena Band of Pomo In- Surely there is a better way, and in this series of arti- Many live in a “desert” by choice or circumstance. dians Tribe and to provide jobs (now exceeding over cles, I’d like to present some tasteful alternatives and a They may be unwed because they have not found the 100) and interaction among tribal members as well as different perspective on how we can spend more years ideal mate. They may be divorced. Or they may be a sense of ownership. And those goals have succeed- in the community we all love. widows or widowers. To find that green area in their ed! Saturday, April 27, the eighth anniversary of the lives that provides conversation, socialization, food, casino was celebrated. Staying Active color, and unfamiliar sounds is a relief from that lone- Besides succeeding with those original goals, the How many of us have heard this advice before? liness and boredom in their daily lives. That ennui casino now supports the local school with daily lunch- Keep gardening, play bridge, play golf and walk the may apply to couples as well, particularly retired cou- es as needed and senior citizen events. They may also mall once a week. What if our homes were actively ples who are seeking something different in their now serve as hosts for private events which any citizen can designed for staying active? non-working lives. Perhaps one of the most touching arrange. 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Sounding Sea Ranch in half, the developer sold off the timber time of purchase was to make this small area into a lands, the golf course and the Lodge. The new owners Sanctuary of forest preservation, in which the forest is of the Northern TPZ commenced logging, but few of left alone and allowed to manage itself. Humans like Off us noticed as the tract was over one thousand acres and to manage everything and often with unforeseen conse- away from our homes. Some of us wanted to buy the Central TPZ before it Page 15 The views and opinions expressed herein are sole- was logged. It was closer to many of our new homes. ly those of the author(s), not of Soundings or The Sea The Coastal Commission rules do not allow Clear-cut- Ranch Association. ting west of the first ridge, so the logging would be minimal. It was the early 1990s and a ‘very small THP’ Soundings editorial A case for preservation was approved and minimal logging (their words) was By Tom Cochrane performed. Sea Ranchers were appalled by the trash guidelines left from the logging, the rutted roads and large landing We have two wonderful natural features here at The areas. Cleanup was performed at a higher caliber than by George Calys Sea Ranch—the Ocean and related bluff edge, and the that performed in adjacent timber lands. But it still was forest. In between, we have the space where most of us awful and we came together almost unanimously to pur- In 2010, the Soundings Advisory Group established live—the Meadows, which have been the most changed chase the area and prevent all future harvesting. editorial guidelines. From time-to-time, these guide- by human activities. We agreed to raise our dues and purchase the proper- lines are reviewed and published in Soundings. We want to protect the ocean and maintain the bluff ty. That purchase was paid for in a few years so current Article content: Topics of articles are generally edge from erosion—especially from erosion contribut- owners reap the benefits of our decision and no longer agreed upon by the Soundings Advisory Group and ed by humans. However, we have very limited control are paying for that purchase. Once we owned it, we written by volunteer Sea Ranchers. Articles are meant of sea level rise from Global Warming and Climate worried about future TSRA Boards and CMs wanting to to be informative, educational or of other interest to Change. Homes at bluff edge will be threatened by in- selectively log it. We changed the Sea Ranch rules and Sea Ranchers. The intent is that content be balanced creased rates of erosion and bluff retreat. made the area Commons to prevent any future logging. and unbiased. Articles will not express opinions or What we can preserve and protect is the forest. After Timber was and is still being logged along our coast take sides with the Association, the Sea Ranch Board, the Coastal Commission cut the size of the developing and adjacent to The Sea Ranch. The philosophy at the Board decisions, elections, etc. Sounding Off and Sounding Board: These are opinion pieces submitted by Sea Ranchers that reflect rude and mean), especially on social media. This needs personal opinions. Sounding Off pieces are short com- to stop. We are all human and I truly believe that we are ments of approximately 300 words or less in length. Sounding all kind. Sounding Board pieces are longer commentaries on That said, if you disagree with someone, arrange to topics of interest to the Sea Ranch community The Off meet with them face-to-face. It’s not difficult in this writers must identify themselves as the author of the small community. You will disagree about some things, opinion piece. In general, the Soundings editor will but will also discover how much you have in common publish these pieces as submitted except for person- The views and opinions expressed herein are sole- with that person. al attacks, profanity, violations of privacy or content ly those of the author(s), not of Soundings or The Sea I have been trying to do this and feel so much better. which exposes the Association to liability. Ranch Association We CAN make a difference. Friends have told me that Soundings Advisory Group: The Soundings Ad- I am brave. I am not brave. I am friendly. visory Group is a subset of the Communication Com- By Marilyn Green As a teenager, I remember telling my mother that I mittee. It consists of: George Calys (editor); Debby “hated” eggplant. She wisely replied, “You don’t ‘hate’ Kreuzer (Communications chair); Laurie Mueller I am very upset by the political discourse in our coun- anything or anyone.” As the years have gone by, I know (former chair); Jan Gerst (volunteer coordinator); try and, now, on The Sea Ranch. People who disagree that she was right. Tempra Board (Communication Committee); and with one another can be rude and mean (or often are Ann Yager (TSRA staff).

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The Gualala River Park: an idea whose time has come? By Laurie Mueller offers to help with setting up our website, es along Annapolis Road. creating a logo, taking photos and making a The Coalition initially be- A signature drive underway to demon- video to show the beauty of the park as well gan actively collecting sig- strate public support for the concept of a as making a donation to keep the campaign natures of support for the Gualala River Park has coalesced commu- momentum going.” The Coalition started river park concept when the nity enthusiasm for the purchase of land gathering signatures on Earth Day and has recently released revision of along the Gualala River to protect its sen- quickly hit a milestone of over 1,000 sig- the Dogwood Timber Har- sitive ecosystems, preserve open space for natures from local residents and visitors on vest Plan (THP) prepared by important wildlife corridors and provide both sides of the river. Gualala Redwoods Timber greater access for public recreation and en- The Gualala River Park Coalition is an termed the likelihood of a joyment. expanding grass roots group of Mendono- public purchase as an alter- “The response has been phenomenal,” ma friends and neighbors who have joined native to logging the land says Kathleen Chasey, chair of the Gualala with public agencies and conservationists along the river as “remote and River Park Coalition, the group that initiat- in advocating for a park along seven miles speculative.” ed the drive. “We have had so many offers of the wild and scenic Gualala River, ex- “We knew that there was of support for the River Park, ranging from tending from the Highway One bridge strong community interest people volunteering to gather signatures, across the Gualala River to the Twin Bridg- in protecting the river and the redwood forest lands that border it,” says Chasey, “and thought it was important to demonstrate that creating a river park was a viable al- ternative. Things have just snowballed from there.” The envisioned river park Gualala River Photo by Craig Tooley. would protect the Gualala River estuary and other sensitive river ecosystems, preserve proposed Gualala River Park would con- habitat for several identified endangered nect with the Gualala Point Regional Park species and set aside a strand of majestic to extend public access to the river from the coastal redwood forest along the river- river mouth at Mill Bend for seven miles banks, hopefully to include the enchanting along the main stem of the river and up the “Magic Forest” next to the Regional Park South Fork to the twin bridges near Annap- which has long been treasured by local res- olis and The Sea Ranch. idents. The river park would also provide The Sonoma County Regional Parks De- a key connection between trail networks partment would own and manage any new- in Sonoma and Mendocino Counties and ly acquired parkland as an extension of the would extend the California Coastal Trail. existing Gualala Point Regional Park at the Creation of a Gualala River Park has mouth of the river and would add multi-use been proposed in Sonoma County regional trails and other visitor facilities to the ex- plans since 1955 and is ranked as one of the tension of the park. county’s top five large park priorities in the The proposed river park would also con- The proposed Gualala River Park would extend seven miles along the Gualala River from the Highway Sonoma County 2020 General Plan. The 1 Bridge to the twin bridges near Annapolis on the River’s South Fork. Page 15 SUMMER 2019 THE SEA RANCH SOUNDINGS PAGE 9

of work emanates, “Song of The Sea Ranch ‘Song of the Soul’ the Soul” is an homage to an artist of exceptional sensitivity Forum, an obituary? Editor’s note: “Song of the Soul” will and unusual skill in expressing air on PBS in the Summer 2019, times through art all that it is to be hu- By Doug Paul were not yet released. man. What is it about Hubbell and The Sea Ranch Forum was started By Marianne Gerdes his art that attracts wide-rang- more than 40 years ago as an independent ing patronage? His art has member-run program for Sea Ranchers Every man…every woman… wishes peace and purpose, allowing to learn more about and discuss a broad to live an artist’s life…making beautiful such a diverse body of work to range of topics of common interest. The things with our hands…trying to express span denominations and dei- Forum was structured specifically to give ourselves in some way. One man has ties, cultures and countries. For members an independent opportunity to mastered this, artist James Hubbell. A example, an altar treatment in discuss TSR issues and other topics with- body of work unlike any other…honed an Episcopal Church, a baptis- out the involvement or oversight of the Hubbell during documentary filming at Sea Ranch by both his temperament and his re- Chapel. Photo by Marianne Gerdes. mal font at a Catholic church, TSR Association. This independence is sponse to the world around him. sanctuary doors in a synagogue, interi- necessary for sponsorship of the annual Over his lifetime he’s put incredible often find his work in sacred places… or doors inspired by Muslim poetry and Meet the Candidates gathering to intro- creative energy and physical labor into in chapels, gathering places…private commissioned by a sheik in Abu Dhabi, duce The Sea Ranch Board of Directors the building of houses and structures, art- retreats. And over and over it begs the a whimsical chapel topped by a winged candidates, and Forums which have giv- works and architectural embellishments. question….Is the work about art? Or is it roof on the northern California coast, and en the County Supervisor Candidates an He wants to create…needs to create… about living? even a series of tiny, almost hidden parks opportunity to speak to the community. every day. And so he has created an as- Through his sculptures, fountains, as a ‘string of pearls’ around the edge of Here are some examples of the broad tonishing amount of work in his lifetime. schools, parks, and a myriad of other the Pacific Ocean representing an emerg- range of topics that have been covered by Hubbell has a universal interest in challenging commissions and media, ing Pacific community. various Forums over the years: things that springs honestly from living James Hubbell has created more than 40 Over the past half century, James Hub- • Sea Ranch specific topics- in nature and the ever-changing face that installations throughout San Diego Coun- bell, builder of Ilan-Lael in Santa Ysa- • Introducing PlaceNotes nature presents. It sharpens his senses ty, and many more across California and bel, has become known as a visionary, • Sea Ranch Connect and powers of observation which come around the world. He’s one of America’s not only for his unique and breathtaking • Native Plant Environment across wonderfully in his works. His best-known and best-loved artists, yet mosaic-inlaid artwork, but for his ability • A 50 year Love Affair with TSR ability to create beautiful things we can some of his most unique and compelling to use art as a catalyst to unite people of • Future of the Hedgerows touch is remarkable. He is a very fine works are less-than-accessible in private diverse cultures and backgrounds. • Sea Ranch Sheep craftsmen, yet thoughtful and explorato- houses and gardens, or adorning church- He draws inspiration from his mountain • Historic Designation – Creating an ry which we think of as art. A tiny sketch es, synagogues, meeting houses—places homesite: its plants and animals, rocks Historic District with quivering lines to a birdlike bronze where people can gather to contemplate and mountains, winds and waters, bright • TSR Water System sculpture weighing hundreds of pounds, nature and their humanity, places in sunlight and a night sky blanketed with • TSRA website he creates the touchable, the beautiful, which to reflect on life and be still. stars, far from city lights. Living a life in • TSR Architecture & Designing at and the conceptual across an array of A documentary film produced in as- harmony with the universe inspires works TSR media. sociation with KPBS will document the of art worthy of sacred as well as secular • Alternative Building Materials His devotion to his work is devotional hidden and lesser-known masterpieces of spaces . • TSR Foundation to the rest of us because it’s spiritual. It San Diego’s most visionary artist, James His work has been described as “organ- celebrates nature. It celebrates the hand Hubbell. Following him as he creates ic, romantic, and original.” But there’s a Regional items of interest to the entire of a great power that created the world new art, documenting classics of a 60- more complex face to it: the element of local community- we live in, and that created our own lives. year career, and seeking to understand beauty. Not beauty as • North Coast Fire protection We recognize this in his work. And we the place from which this amazing body Page 17 Page 13

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Friends of Gualala River Our local watershed protection organization By Tempra Board Where do we get our water? Friends of the Gualala River (FoGR) has been in the The Sea Ranch gets its water from two 100-foot wells news lately for its efforts to compel state agencies to near the Hot Spot, below the Gualala River. While this protect sensitive Gualala River watershed habitat from is considered a groundwater source (rather than surface the latest in a series of Timber Harvest Plans (THPs) water, like the river), the two are connected. When the proposed by the Gualala Redwood Timber (GRT) com- Gualala River is low in the summer, the State mandates pany. that TSR stop pumping water from our wells, because Get ready for some acronym soup. Though this article it recognizes that such pumping will result in reduced gets into the weeds a bit, it’s worth it to understand why flow in the river; groundwater and surface water are FoGR exists and what it has done to protect the Gualala connected. According to Brian Murphy, operations River and its inhabitants. Made up of local residents on manager of TSR Water Company, “they [the river and both the Mendocino and Sonoma County sides of the wells] are part of the same aquifer.” That is one reason river, this all-volunteer organization has been a power- the Sea Ranch built a 98-million-gallon reservoir that house of community organizing, advocacy, and legal it fills during the rainy season, and uses in the summer efforts to protect the watershed since 1992. when pumping from the wells must stop. Even if you aren’t a fly fisher or river user, and even Our northern coastal community, though it seems wet Photo by Charlie Ivor. if you never step foot in the floodplain of the Gualala compared to southern California, is precarious when it nearly 20,000 acres of forestland near Annapolis, from River, or enjoy the habitat and view of the river mouth comes to water. Not only do we have dramatic wet and developing it into high-end vineyard properties. Such as you drive into Gualala (though that would be hard to dry seasons here, our proximity to the ocean means a use would have cut forests and depleted the water ta- believe), as a TSR member, there may be another rea- there is less water being captured in underground aqui- ble for thirsty pinot noir grapes. According to the SF son to be concerned about the state of the Gualala Riv- fers. A moratorium on building continues in Gualala Chronicle, the plan would have “involved construction er: it directly affects the source of our drinking water. due in part to a lack of available water (and the fact of about 40 small reservoirs, 90 miles of roadway and that one family owns the water rights, but that’s another 100 miles of fencing to keep out the wildlife.” FoGR article). Therefore, the water table, including the avail- launched a community protest and gathered 91,000 ability of groundwater for drinking and surface water signatures from inside and outside the region against for fish and recreation, must be protected. the development. FoGR’s and other groups’ advocacy helped lead to the largest conservation deal in Califor- The History of FoGR nia’s history: the purchase of the property by The Con- FoGR was formed in 1992 by local residents con- servation Fund in 2013. cerned about a logging plan near a popular campground FoGR’s current focus is on the lower Gualala River on the north bank of the Gualala River. Ten years later watershed and the Dogwood THP. in 2002, the group became further organized and es- tablished as the local watershed protection group in What is the Dogwood THP? response to a bizarre scheme by an Alaska-based com- The latest logging plan by GRT, called the Dogwood pany to bag Gualala and Albion River water and send it THP, is a submittal to the California Department of For- to southern California communities. estry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) for the same tract Then in the early 2000s, FoGR became a leading voice of land that GRT, and the former landowner, Gualala in an effort to stop the California Public Employees Redwoods Inc. (GRI), has been trying to log for nearly Photo by Jeannie Jackson. Retirement System (CalPERS), which had purchased Page 14 B. B RYAN P RESERVE P OINT A RENA , C ALIFORNIA

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20 years. Back in 2001, logging plans were denied by However, Dogwood was submitted once again earlier includes the Gualala River estuary west of Highway 1 CAL FIRE after the National Marine Fisheries Service this year, and the public comment period closed in ear- and extending up toward the Gualala Arts Center, does (NMFS) determined that they would likely result in ly May. not have marketable timber and was never sold to GRT. harm to endangered salmon. When GRI filed two new Curiously, the NMFS has of late been mum on the The proposed Gualala River Park would dramatical- THPs in 2004, nearly identical to the 2001 plan, the Dogwood THP, providing no comments on the plan ly expand the Gualala Point Regional Park, preserving NMFS again determined the plans would cause harm to since their early concerns over the nearly identical plans seven miles of wooded river corridor from Mill Bend endangered salmonid species. GRI then withdrew the submitted back in 2001 and 2004. However, members to the Annapolis Road crossing above the TSR Hot plans. of FoGR have met with scientists at the California De- Spot. This would open up the lower Gualala River to In 2015, GRI, owned by the Edmunds family, sold partment of Fish and Wildlife office in Fort Bragg, who recreation, community education, and environmental more than 30,000 forested acres in the Gualala River share the community’s concerns about wetland impacts stewardship. “FoGR fully supports the concept of the watershed to the Burch Family, owners of GRT. At the from THPs in the floodplain. Gualala River Park, and any other efforts to preserve time, there was an offer on the table from a consortium “We found common ground and frustration with the land in the Gualala River watershed,” adds Jeanne. “I of environmental groups to purchase the property for way the comment period went,” says Jeanne Jackson, look forward to the day that FoGR can put litigation conservation purposes, but the landowner chose to sell local author and FoGR Board Member. “They care behind them and we can become more about education to a buyer who would keep the land in timber produc- about rare plants and feel frustrated that their com- and public access. There are many things we’d like to tion. Not long after, GRT filed the Dogwood THP, again ments have not been taken into account.” Aside from do, from citizen water quality monitoring to restoring proposing to log 100-year old, second growth trees that the sediment caused by removal of trees, the practice of the fisheries.” have regenerated following historical logging around logging in the floodplain can have enormous impacts the turn of the 20th Century. to fragile wetlands near the river due to skid roads and What you can do The problem, in part, is that these trees lie in the other disturbances. So far, GRT has not been willing to sell its timber floodplain of the river, and according to FoGR, would According to current FoGR President and fly fisher- lands to the County. Yet Sonoma County Regional “cover most of the floodplain forest left in the lower man, Charlie Ivor, the Dogwood THP is just the tip of Parks has listed the Gualala River Park to be one of its Gualala River.” Interestingly, the California Forest the iceberg. “We know that GRT wants to apply for sev- top five park priorities and it is included in the 2020 up- Practice Rules, which are implemented by CAL FIRE eral other floodplain logging plans in the future,” Char- date of its General Plan. Hundreds of local community and which timber companies must follow, specifical- lie adds. “That’s what we’re up against.” What happens members have already signed a petition in support of ly protect against logging disturbances in “stream-side with Dogwood could set the precedent for what CAL the park (and signatures can still be added on the Guala- buffer zones” and “flood-prone areas.” However, the FIRE permits in the future. la River Park website). Representative Jared Huffman, current CAL FIRE Director Ken Pimlott provided an chair of the House Committee on Natural Resources’ exemption to these rules in order to approve the Dog- Another solution: Gualala River Park Water, Oceans, and Wildlife Subcommittee, has met wood THP. Many in the community now believe that as long as with members of the Gualala River Park Coalition and FoGR helped rally the community and despite hun- the land in the lower Gualala River watershed is owned is reportedly listening. Interested citizens can contact dreds of public comments against the plan, it was by a logging company, the river will remain threatened. him, as well as Mendocino and Sonoma County boards approved by CAL FIRE in 2016. FoGR joined with As Jeanne puts it, “CAL FIRE has rubber stamped of supervisors, and our state representatives, Senator Forests Unlimited and later the Dorothy King Young everything. They never met a THP they didn’t like.” McGuire and Assembly member Wood, and express Chapter of the California Native Plant Society to file There is considerable momentum building for a land your opinion on the Gualala River Park. For more in- a lawsuit against this approval and won, when a Sono- purchase that would conserve the floodplain. Sonoma formation on the river park, go to www.GualalaRiv ma County Superior Court remanded the THP back to County Regional Parks has funding lined up and a lo- erPark.org. CAL FIRE for environmental review. After a second cal group of organizers has formed The Gualala River FoGR needs additional funds to continue its advo- version of the Dogwood THP was filed, without ade- Park Coalition to garner community support. Adjacent cacy and legal efforts on the Dogwood THP. 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Gualala River Park…from Page 8 owners. Coalition members have received strong encour- Preservation…from Page 7 agement from government officials and other potential quences. Look at a Climax Forest like Avenue of the Gi- nect with Lower Mill and Mill Bend, the two parcels total- large funders who support the river park concept. ants and you will encounter a different type of forest. It ing 113 acres near the mouth of the river that are currently Redwood Coast Land Conservancy, the local non-prof- takes hundreds or even thousands of years to reach that in escrow for eventual purchase by conservation groups it land trust centered in Gualala, has adopted the Gualala stage. A redwood tree may live to be more than 2000 who plan to preserve open space, restore declining wet- River Park campaign as a project and is accepting dona- years old. Their neighbors—the firs, the pines, the oaks, lands, protect the Gualala River estuary, and improve pub- tions in support of the campaign. etc. have lifespans of 100 years or less. lic access to the river. The Gualala River Park Coalition regards the support of During the last logging in the Central TPZ—now thir- “Mill Bend is the gateway to the entire Gualala River Mendonoma residents and visitors as essential in demon- ty years ago, the canopy was greatly reduced. Much of watershed and the first step in conservation efforts for the strating local commitment to the vision of a Gualala River the area still has open canopy in the range of 25 to 40 Gualala River and its watershed. The Gualala River Park Park to those organizations that can make the Gualala Riv- percent. Of course, brush and small trees grow there, is the logical next step. If we can connect the proposed er Park a reality. but if we continue to log it the canopy cover will not river parklands with Mill Bend and the Gualala River Re- The Coalition is continuing its signature drive and is increase and more brush (fire hazard) will grow. In a gional Park, we will be able to protect and restore critical also gathering endorsements from government officials, redwood ring, each tree, even the small skinny ones pro- habitat for several endangered species and improve pub- conservation groups, businesses, service groups and other vide a section of the canopy cover. Remove one tree in lic access and recreational opportunities for several miles community leaders. the ring and thirty years later the remaining trees have along the Gualala River ,” says Chasey. If you would like more information about the Gualala not filled in the canopy in that spot. The River provides critical habitat for a variety of listed River Park concept or wish to add your signature, offer Think in the ‘long clock’ time—what will this forest species including steelhead, Coho, red-legged frogs, mar- help, or donate to the campaign, go to the Coalition web- look like in 500 years—in a thousand years! If sea level bled murrelets, spotted owls, and many endangered plant site at www.gualalariverpark.org. rise continues at the current or faster rate, in 500 years species which would be protected by the formation of a possibly the bluff will have retreated 200 to 300 feet. river park. Forum…from Page 13 Many of our homes and replacement homes will be Gualala River is listed as an important anadromous fish gone, but the forest will still be here. stream. A river park would help protect the estuary and additional volunteers. The Communication, Vision and What about fire? Keep the fire out of the forest, for lagoon, the riparian areas along the streamsides and as- Archives committees have tossed around the practicality once it crowns it will burn the entire forest. No fire- sociated uplands habitat. It would also protect the gravel of sponsoring topics, perhaps with quarterly presenta- fighter will venture into a logging road to fight such a beds essential for salmonids, frogs, and other wildlife from tions, on some sort of coordinated basis. However, each fire. The fire will stop possibly at the Gualala River or disturbance by trucks and ATVs driving in the riverbed. of those committees has a more narrow scope than the where there is an open defensible space to fight it. A The River is considered ‘unoccupied critical Coho habi- broad array of interesting topics the Forum has histori- Climax Forest has a thick canopy which allows little tat’, and with restoration efforts and brood stock additions, cally presented. Additionally, the above three committees to grow on the forest floor. The forest soil will be thick Coho salmon could once again be part of the Gualala River are operating committees that report to the Community and moist. Ferns and moist soils do not burn well. Red- ecosystem. Manager, and thus do not meet the required test of inde- woods survive fires much better than other trees. Stop The Coalition is now moving its focus toward identify- pendence necessary to present Candidate Forums. at Armstrong Woods one mile north of Guerneville and ing potential funding for the purchase of land for the park. Hopefully some one or more people reading this article look at the fire scars on the old growth redwoods. Some All the land on both sides of the river is owned by Gualala will decide this is an opportunity to step forward and pro- of them appear stunted, but they are still growing more Redwoods Timber (GRT), which has not yet indicated an vide a service to all Sea Ranchers, otherwise, the obituary than seventy years after the fire. interest in selling its property. “Of course, we will need a has been written. Let us save the Central TPZ from any logging and willing seller, but first we need to line up funding to make Contact Jan Gerst at [email protected] to communi- make it into a Sanctuary Zone where the forest manages an offer possible,” notes Chasey. cate your interest! New topics are being requested all the itself with no human management other than maintain- Conservation groups have previously demonstrated their time—the ListServ recently encouraged one on Cyber ing a trail or two through the area. interest in preserving and protecting the Gualala River wa- Security. 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Citizen scientists…from Page 5 Aging in place…from Page 6 We learn about exciting research every month. Our canopies, are damp environments long into fire sea- imaginations have been captured by a Michigan ar- in an Italian hill town. I imagine she was making her son, because redwood trees draw moisture from fog borist who has cloned old growth redwood trees. His way to the entrance of the family home, and she’s been during the months without rain and deposit moisture saplings are now in experimental plots in locations climbing that same staircase for her entire life. Imag- onto the understory plants. Of course, that doesn’t like the San Francisco Presidio. We would love to ine the muscular strength, dexterity and balance that mean that we can’t have a fire in our Sea Ranch for- have some of them join our TSR forests. Redwood comes from climbing those uneven stairs every day. ests. But any fire that starts here will not rage un- trees are not only fire resistant but the superstars of I would suspect her lifestyle has slowed down, but I controlled for days or weeks. TSR has an active, the tree world in sequestering carbon from the atmo- imagine it to still be filled with activities like walking effective fuels management program, which no FTF sphere (even better than trees in tropical rainforests), to the market, cooking meals for family who may like- member wants to curb. And we have Bonnie Plakos and a key to combating climate change. ly live with her in the home, and socializing with her - and her dedicated, well trained crew of firefighters The citizen scientists of the Forest Task Force feel lifelong neighbors. and sophisticated equipment in two fire stations on fortunate to have embarked on our journey of explo- That experience guided me when designing a home the ranch. ration and welcome members to join our discussions. for an older couple nearing retirement in on the coast. What our citizen scientists have learned about Sea We seek to harness the values that animated the cre- My solution combined future proofing (planning Ranch forests is that we have issues, but no crisis. ation of Sea Ranch with 21st-century technologies ahead) with incorporating physical challenges into We have time to consider our options carefully. That and cutting-edge research. the design of the home in an effort to keep them ac- is a gift to us. It allows us to explore the exciting We are guided by a saying from our Northern Cal- tive. Rather than a single level home, we specifically technology that is emerging to meet the challenge of ifornia coastal neighbors, the Yurok tribe: “We don’t placed the master bedroom suite up a flight of stairs. climate change. We can, for example, experiment inherit the land from our ancestors—we borrow it Uneven cobblestones were incorporated into the land- with planting a heartier species of Bishop pine grow- from our children.” Our children, and their children, scaping paving, so walks in the garden would be en- ing in central California to replace some of our dead will face serious challenges with climate change. joyable while also helping to maintain dexterity and and dying trees. Bishop pine are native to the coast. The decisions we make today, and the actions we take balance. The wife works in the insurance industry, They frequently coexist with redwood trees, which, today, will have an impact on their lives. While we and she planned on keeping active by moving her of- while extraordinarily hardy, do not tolerate salt well. have the Sea Ranch forest on loan from future gen- fice to home. A sun-filled room with views over the Bishop pine absorb salt from the coastal atmosphere, erations, we have an opportunity and a responsibility garden and a separate entrance was located adjacent helping redwoods flourish—an excellent example of to maintain the Sea Ranch legacy of environmental to the driveway as the perfect place to meet with cli- the interdependence of species in a forest ecosystem. leadership. ents. The room also had a bathroom with a shower that only aroused suspicion in that it was slightly bigger than a normal bathroom. The clever part is the future proofing of this space, as the office and bathroom were Casino…from Page 6 sized to accommodate a bed with space to navigate able, and alcoholic beverages may be ordered at the through the room and bathroom in a wheelchair. The bar. wall- mounted sink and curbless shower made bath- sphere of a very large casino, yet is by most standards The slot machines are animated; some interactive, ing easier, and behind the plasterboard and tile was a small, very comfortable, and somewhat intimate red all colorful and up-to-date, with some old favorites as extra wood blocking to allow for future grab bars and barn. well. Many varieties of poker and Keno are available other mobility aids to be attached securely. When the Tuesday is senior citizen day with 20 percent off on the slot machines, and poker is offered by a dealer time came that the clients could no longer climb the the price of food and a free-to-enter slot tournament on a huge screen where many can play simultaneously. stairs, this ground level room turned into a bright and with a $50 prize. The first Thursday of every month at So for a once-in-a-while (or frequent) environmental cheerful master suite, complete with large windows to 7 p.m., there is a Music Trivia Contest, and live mu- variation or that change of pace, a visit to the Garcia maintain a connection to their beloved garden. sic may be scheduled for Friday or Saturday nights.. River Casino may be a winning experience. And not a Page 18 Complimentary non-alcoholic refreshments are avail- dime has to be spent!

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Aging in place…from Page 16 benefit? hold will surely keep both on their toes. Household re- Maintaining Routines On a recent project I have under construction, I’ve sponsibilities like cleaning, cooking and eventual care- When my grandfather retired from work, the first been asked to build a multi-generational home for two taking of older family members will now be shared, thing he did was build a garage and shop in the rear sisters in Healdsburg. There’s a 9 year spread between lessening the physical and emotional strain that comes of the property. He had for many years worked on the husband and wife, along with a 9 year spread be- with being a primary caregiver. Depending on the size our family farm, leaving the house at sunrise, coming tween the two sisters. The math works out to an 18 and features of the home, the ecological impact can be home for lunch prepared by my grandmother, and then year spread between the youngest and oldest mem- less than two separate homes. heading back to work for the remainder of the work- bers of the household. Our design breaks down to four None of these ideas are revolutionary. They don’t day. Routine and a sense of purpose was important for volumes, with connector elements between them. The include the latest technology, and would most likely him, and the shop he built allowed him to continue his main volume contains a shared public space: an open seem familiar to our great-grandparents. Like so many routine and afforded him a physical space for his hob- plan kitchen, dining and living space with large doors good ideas, they’re based on common sense. In the bies, volunteer work, and his tinkering. He recaned to an outdoor living space. The bedroom volumes next installment in my series, we’ll explore new prod- chairs for a few family members, took up golfing, and connect to the shared volume, forming an H-shaped ucts that help to keep us in our homes when our bodies helped organize the building of a new church sanctu- plan. Separate master suites for each of the sisters and start to fail us, and to do so with a degree of style in- ary -- all surrounded by the tools that he and his father spouses are housed in these volumes, along with a stead of that hospital look. had used to run the ranch. Most importantly, the phys- home office and a media room that doubles as a guest ical act of leaving the house to go to work -- similar room. Chad DeWitt is the Creative Director at Oak- to the clients’ detached office above -- preserved his While designing this project, what quickly became land-based architecture collective, Framestudio. He routine and purpose in life. Some in the family might clear was the need for privacy, both physical and so- recently had knee surgery during his recovery, he claim it also preserved his marriage by keeping him cial. The ends of the bedroom volumes face a view, gained sympathy for those with reduced mobility. He out of my grandmother’s hair. and when asked if they preferred bedrooms that faced found bathing while sitting on a cheap plastic stool to a view or a private lounge area, both sisters request- be humiliating. He’s now inspired to use good design Multi-generational Living ed view-facing lounges (and more closet space). The to change our ideas about aging. Keeping up on politics, engaging in community ac- ability to separate oneself and be alone appears to be tivities, and staying connected to the world, facilitated key to the success of designing a cohabitational home. by our high speed internet connection seems to be a The fourth volume is a garage and shop space, commonality shared by most Sea Ranchers. What if which, along with the home office, allows the occu- we were to go a step beyond our weekly calls with pants to keep their routine into their retirement years. our kids and actually create an environment where we The benefits of this living arrangement are beyond the share lifestyles, household responsibilities and even a obvious act of sharing a roof. Ideas, conversations and roof with a younger generation? Perhaps both could activities shared between the members of the house- Ronald E. Champoux attoRnEy at law

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Different Views…from Page 3 provide ample habitat for native species. “ have not seemed willing to consider the forest manage- Although previously-logged redwood forests are on “a ment techniques which are advocated and used by many slow trajectory” to grow and regain old- growth struc- highly-regarded non-profit organizations concerned with ture over time, “recovery is stunted in much of the eco- maintaining and improving the health of redwood forests. system due to overcrowding of young trees.” notes the Other members have expressed concern that work report. To recover their value as critical habitat and to needed in the CTPZ for fuel load reduction, erosion con- ensure resilience “redwood forests need restoration via trol and forest health is not being done while the For- science-based interventions and supportive policies.” est Task Force retraces steps already taken by the 2015 Save The Redwoods League has several active resto- NTMP planning group as it develops its recommenda- ration forestry projects underway to reduce tree density tions. in previously logged redwood forests which are designed to accelerate the growth of coast redwoods by reducing Two philosophies competition for limited water, soil, and other nutrients. At the heart of the controversy are two opposing Save The Redwoods League is encouraging other owners philosophies and viewpoints about whether degraded for- responsible for redwood forests of all sizes to undertake ests should be restored by active management or whether similar measures. nature should just be allowed to repair the damage over The Conservation Fund, which manages nearby forests time. on the Garcia River and Preservation Ranch, uses similar While some opposed to selective harvesting in the forest management practices, as does the Sonoma Land CTPZ are firm in their belief that the only reason for Trust in its Jenner Headlands forest and other properties cutting trees is to generate revenues, many conservation it manages. agencies charged with managing forested lands have ad- The Planning Committee stated the strategy behind its opted sustainable forest management practices similar to 2013 Forest Restoration Plan recommendations for selec- those outlined in The Sea Ranch NTMP. tive harvesting of the CTPZ: “through proper forest man- In its 2018 State of the Redwoods Conservation Re- Dense undergrowth has built up in places causing concerns about agement, a forest can, in a fairly short period of time, be port, Save The Redwoods League, whose mission since fuel loads. shaped and modified from an even-aged to a multi-aged its founding in 1918 has been to protect and restore Cal- forest. The single-tree selection creates areas for natural ifornia redwoods, provides an assessment of the current their range. Logging and clear-cutting that began over regeneration of conifer seedlings and areas for planting. state of California’s remaining redwood forests and rec- a century ago destroyed redwood forests on an indus- These young trees introduce a new generation of trees ommends actions to restore coast redwood ecosystems trial scale for many decades. Forest regeneration after within the stand. Each time a forest is selectively harvest- through improved stewardship. clear-cutting created unnaturally dense forests with high ed, a new generation (age class) is introduced until there The report states that “today’s redwood forests are frag- competition among trees for light and water, reduced are many age groups intermingled in the forest.” mented, smaller, and more stressed than ever throughout genetic diversity, and impaired ability to store carbon or Page 20 McCoy Landscape & Residential Services Landscape for a changing climate Now Serving The Sea Ranch and Other Coastal Communities Landscape & Irrigation upgrades Design * Maintenance * Installation Home Automation ("Smart Home") Drainage * Walkways & Rock Walls Wireless and Wired Networking Erosion Control * Decks * Fencing * Patios Cellular Boosters/Routers for Internet Anywhere Fire Safe & Water Wise landscape management Lighting and Environmental Controls

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