Palomar Mountain News

Two goats were found this morning by the Lodge. They aren’t Cecilia’s or Doc and Ann’s. Call Maryellen to claim or adopt: 760 715-2255

   A HUGE thanks goes to Brad Elles for all he has done to orchestrate the remodeling and opening of the historic High Point Lookout.   Brad is a man of ACTION!   It is truly amazing what was accomploished with his leadership in 2009.   He has an update for us including that the remodeling Boucher Lookout looks promising, ( Hooray!), thanks to MANY and a lot more.   ~Bonnie

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Subject: 2 used servel propane refrigerators

   Do some Mtn folks have things to loan the Maxine Theatre in Valley Center for their spring Musical?  ~Bonnie

The Valley Center Drama Boosters needs help in acquiring props for the VC Middle School’s spring musical, The Music Man. If you can help by letting us borrow or by donating an item we would greatly appreciate it. All donations are tax deductable.

Items Needed: Musical Instruments (Marching Band types), they don’t have to work or be in any particular shape. Ladies 1900 era style hats. A small horse cart that we can BORROW to use as “The Wells Fargo Wagon” If you have any of these you can help us out with, please contact me at (909) 496-41087 and leave your information. Thank you!

Subject: Music Stand Needed!

I was wondering if anyone on the mountain might have a music stand they don’t need anymore. I would like to buy it local if possible. You can call me @ 760-742-3330.   Thanks, Sharon Bergman

From: Robert Hawk [mailto:palomarhawk@gmail.com]

I lost the telephoto lens to my Nikon camera sometime after when I was up on Palomar, so I’m retracing my steps. I loaded some wood at the Fire station NewYears Eve, so if anyone turned in a Nikon telephoto lens they found near the wood pile, please let me know. Thank you!

Rob Hawk Birch Hill   619-287-4992   760-742-0603   Email is best: palomarhawk@gmail.com

From: Pete Swenson   

CHARLES “CHUCK” D. STOFFEL     MAY 30TH 1966 ~ DECEMBER 30TH 2009

 Hello Family and Friends of Chuck Stoffel,

The Family would like to thank you all very much for all the kind words and encouragement during this very difficult time.

 The Funeral Service for Chuck will be held at 

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Yesterday I drove by the Fire Department and saw a big tractor-trailer delivering a welcomed new addition.  This double-wide modular was a generous donation by Earl Walls.  (Thank you Earl!)  It will be used as an administration building and dorm and fit nicely under a big oak at the back of the property.     ~Bonnie

Subject: Agenda – PMVFD Board Meeting 1/9/10  From:  Susie Kellogg

The next regular board meeting of the Palomar Mountain Volunteer Fire Department will be held on Saturday, January 9, 2010, at 2:00 p.m. at the fire station. All are welcome to attend.  Susie Kellogg, PMVFD Fire Board President

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From: harryjoe reynolds

Just to let you know Kathleen & i have a new cd and we’ll be @ Mothers Kitchen this sunday, january 10th for some pickin & grinnin to debut our latest efforts of recording… would love to see y’all for  a spell if you’re on the hill… 1pm–3pm   happy new year  hojo

Yours faithfully H.Joe Reynolds

See Harry Joe and Kathleen’s webpage at Music on the Mountain!    You’ll love their music!  It’s a promise!  Oh, and a new CD!  How fun is that!  ~Bonnie 

Many of you knew Chuck Stoffel who lived on Palomar and worked for the County Road Station for many years.   Chuck always enjoyed posting one of our favorite signs during snow days at the Crestline and Bailey Road entrances.

Out at the Salton Sea with family and friends to celebrate New Years, I’m very sad to say, he rolled his jeep and passed away last week.   A friend put together a memorial website with lots of photos of a great guy that who will be missed by many.   It has a page where you can leave memories for his family or send photos.  Would you like to make a donation?  Down on the left side of the page is a place that says ‘Donations’.   Move your mouse over that icon for more info.   Memorial Service date and time should be on that website when available.

Chuck Stoffel   1966 – 2009

Assistant Superintendent Division II,   Department of Public Works

and Friend of Palomar Mountain

Memorial Service

Obituary