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Dan McCaslin: Fording the Sespe River and Hiking the Piedra Blanca Trail in July Heat
My hiking colleague and I planned a backcountry hike up Figueroa Mountain on July 9, but part of Soxtonocmu (Figueroa) was already ablaze in the ever-growing Lake Fire. We immediately pivoted to driving south on Highway 101 instead. Dropping the plan to head to the smoke-filled north, we came to...
Ojai Playwrights Conference Announces Actors, Directors, And Dramaturgs For 2024 New Works Festival
Ojai Playwrights Conference has announced the full roster of artists for its 27th Annual New Works Festival to be held August 1 - 4 in Ojai, CA. Playwrights and their plays to be presented in the Festival include: Libby Carr, Calf Scramble; Lee Cataluna, Thursdays Come at Morning; Alex Lin, barren.; Christina Pumariega, ¡VOS!; and Mfoniso Udofia, The Ceremony.
Paul Butler | Lessons from summer camp
I’m considering going back to school. I have my bachelor’s degree and the equivalent of a master’s due to my chartered accountancy qualifications, but I’m intrigued by the idea of pursuing a doctorate. Given our business’ focus on staff training and leadership development, I am interested in completing a doctor of education program in organizational leadership at a local university over the next three years while continuing to run our business.
Eco-tip: From brush to mulch, with fire safety in mind
I love my landscape, but it seems important to prepare for drought and fire danger. That is why I use mulch to maintain soil moisture and prevent weeds, and I keep the mulch at least 5 feet away from the walls of my house. About six months ago, I also...
Exciting new event for Michelob Ultra Beer Mile 2024
Run Saipan is thrilled to announce the annual Michelob Ultra Beer Mile event, set to take place at the picturesque Saipan Vegas golf course on Aug. 2, 2024. Individuals are invited to try their hand at this special event, full of fun and, well, beer. This year, the event introduces...
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