Subject: “PMPO – Palomar Mountain Planning Organization” from Mike Chesney
Subject: PMPO Meeting – POSTPONED until 1/30/10
All,
The PMPO Meeting scheduled for 1/23/10, has been POSTPONED to 1/30/10 due to the weather
Thanks
Posted by: Bonnie Phelps | January 23, 2010
PMPO meeting moved to NEXT Saturday
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Posted by: Bonnie Phelps | January 22, 2010
Road Conditions – parts of 76 closed
See: http://www.caltrans.ca.gov/cgi-bin/roads.cgi and type in Hwy 76
<<SR 76 [IN THE SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA AREA] IS CLOSED FROM 2.4 MI EAST OF THE PAUMA VALLEY TO 4.3 MI WEST OF THE JCT OF SR 79 (SAN DIEGO CO) – DUE TO FLOODING – A DETOUR IS AVAILABLE>>> Before attempting to come up, check for current info.
You really don’t want to go anywhere if you don’t absolutely have too. I was driving across Crestline when it started sleating – sideways in this wind – looked at the time and it was 3:56. That weatherman predicting white stuff beginning at about 4:00 was pretty close. Just a dusting so far – mostly hail – very slushy – strong winds.
Here are links that should be helpful to check on the latest. You’ll also find this posted on Snow Tips and Pix:
ROAD CONDITIONS
2. www.caltrans.ca.gov
1. Call CHP and talk to Dispatch 858 637-3800
4. Call the info line
800 427-7623
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Posted by: Bonnie Phelps | January 21, 2010
Storm News
How much rain? Don just measured our weather gauge at 5.8 inches for the storm so far on State Park Road.
Is it snowing? No snow yet but it is on it’s way click for details. Depending on the site you check, we could be in for a foot or so of snow.
Rosemary sent this article by Rob Krier, Union Trib. Here are his comments about Palomar:
<<On Palomar Mountain, the observatory was closed yesterday after winds gusted to 78 mph Tuesday and sleet fell overnight.“We’re really discouraging people from coming up to see us,” said Scott Kardel, public affairs coordinator for the observatory. “It’s time to batten down the hatches. We’ll just have to wait and see what comes in the next couple of waves.”
Today’s storm should be the coldest of the bunch. The snow level could drop to 5,000 feet later today and 4,000 feet tomorrow. The higher elevations of Palomar Mountain and the Cuyamaca range could get a foot of snow by Saturday morning. That could be good news for people who live on the lower slopes of the mountains because there should be less runoff to cause erosion. >>>
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Posted by: Bonnie Phelps | January 20, 2010
Dream Valley Ranch For Sale
380 Acre Dream Valley Ranch
One of the most spectacular ranches in California lies in a large hidden valley, nestled below the Palomar Observatory. Picture yourself enjoying 380 acres of privacy high atop Palomar Mountain with three homes. A 6100 sf magnificent home with new carpet and freshly painted (new photos soon!), a charming log cabin, 7 ponds, 6 wells and so much more. A lifestyle some people only dream of with abundant natural resources, beauty, wildlife, privacy and this nearby Southern California location. Who could resist? Come to the mountain-top and live your dream. Take a photo tour and let’s get together for you to experience this beautiful property.
Follow-me number: 760 742-1742
Posted by: Bonnie Phelps | January 20, 2010
Holly’s Helping Hands
Are you in need of House or Cabin Cleaning, animal, or plant care?
Looking for a dependable and fast, yet a real corner cleaner? If you are a weekender, Holly will de-mouse your house and have your cabin sparkling clean when you arrive. Time to go? Leave the clean-up, dishes and laundry for Holly.
Next time you are headed back up, just let her know. Your cabin will be nice and clean again, and whatever the weather dictates, toasty warm or windows open for our fresh mountain air. Thinking of a good spring cleaning? Call Holly! Taking off on vacation? With extensive experience with farm animals Holly can care all of your four-legged friends. Have indoor plants that need care while you are away? Holly can do that too!
Vacation Rental Hosting
Interesting in offering your cabin as a Vacation Rental? Holly can have it ready for your guests and do the clean up when they leave.
Click for more info on Holly’s Helping Hands webpage.
Vacation Rentals or Month-to-Month Rentals on Palomar Mountain
Posted by: Bonnie Phelps | January 20, 2010
Like to save $$$ on TV Reception?
Subject: TV reception with rabbit ears for Palomar Mountain?
This article was in LA times recently. It may be great for Palomar Mountain TV reception and could save a lot of money. Here is a list of the stations you should get with HDTV & rabbit ears. Just type in the 92060 zip code.
So, I haven’t forgotten my friends 🙂
Mary and Trent, former cabin owners on Palomar Mountain
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Posted by: Bonnie Phelps | January 20, 2010
Old Hides of Palomar
Subject: Re: Happy Camping memories launched the new Palomar Mountain News!
Hallelujah! Now maybe someone will find an old music stand just taking up room to sell or donate to a few of us old hides trying to make music! How ’bout it? Does anyone want to clear up some space and make a little money? Call or e-mail Sharon at 742-3330 or e-mail
Thanks, Sharon Bergman
Hallelujah! Now maybe someone will find an old music stand just taking up room to sell or donate to a few of us old hides trying to make music! How ’bout it? Does anyone want to clear up some space and make a little money? Call or e-mail Sharon at 742-3330 or e-mail
Thanks, Sharon Bergman
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Posted by: Bonnie Phelps | January 20, 2010
It is Stormin’!
Tonight Heavy Rain Lo 29 °F |
Wednesday Heavy Rain Hi 43 °F |
Wednesday Night  Heavy Rain Lo 36 °F |
Thursday Heavy Rain Hi 45 °F |
Thursday Night  Rain/SnowLo 30 °F |
Friday SnowHi 38 °F |
Friday Night  Snow Likely Lo 30 °F |
Wow! Palomar Mountain is getting our share of this storm but the snow isn’t to arrive until later in the week (but, ohmygoodness, it was just sleeting a bit!) For those of you on the mountain, you look outside to see what is really happening weather-wise, but for all wondering about your favorite mountain, there are several links posted for you to check at your leisure.
Robert Gonsett sent this note that is very helpful when you want to know “Any snow yet?”:
1. <<From: Robert Gonsett Hey, don’t forget to promote Paul’s Palomar Webcam in your next newsletter. It’s been fun to check the Cam today and the temperature is now shown in digital form (very slick).>>
2. Paul’s link is also on the Snow Tips and Pix page, along with NOAA (my favorite weather link – today’s photos posted here). When I’m on NOAA, I always click to see the Special Weather Statement in bold red letters on that page with even more details of what is coming our way.
3. and 4. And, there are two weather stations to choose from! The one on State Park Road registered 53 MPH winds today, and at the Palomar Ranch Weather Station you see that it would not be a good day to try to fly in with your helicopter! 🙂
So stay warm and dry and — yum! That hot bagel-on-the-way from a neighbor’s oven sounds very good!
Bonnie Phelps
Posted by: Bonnie Phelps | January 15, 2010
24 inches of Rain in a week?
Pretty big storm headed our way! Rosemary has been so great about passing on the news to the Mountain News for years now – keep reading about the latest wet weather for the Mountain. Wow, just a couple years ago we had about that much rain in a YEAR! You are always welcome to dry out by our fire… and maybe even have a cup of hot soup!
Bonnie Phelps
From: Rosemary Johnston Subject: Fw: Barrage of rain & high surf for Central & South CA coming
My cousin Bruce Rose is a meteorologist for the Weather Channel…. http://www.signonsandiego.com/myweather/
And here it comes … this will indeed be a double-edged sword … the drought in the Southwest has been increasing, and the upcoming dramatic pattern change will help with that thanks to all the rain and mountain snow, but too much rain too quickly would cause flash flooding and mudslides …
Palomar Mountain could get even 24 inches of rain over the next week. Take a look at the forcast:
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Posted by: Bonnie Phelps | January 9, 2010
Goats on the loose!
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
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