Palomar Mountain News

After several trips across Crestline and Birch Hill the past couple days for Real Estate needs, I’ve noticed a lot of standing dead and dying trees. When you see an oak like this with a lot of ‘bulging cavities’ and loosing it’s leaves early, there is a good chance, that it is just waiting to be firewood. We aren’t in the area for the Dead and Dying Tree Grant this year. So, since our tree was close to power lines, we had Freddy’s Tree Service come up and put it on the ground.

It is always fascinating to watch these professional tree monkeys. Wish I had a video for you of the mice that had been living in this tree! They are so quick! There were several nubs on the trunk that were just big holes for critter homes. The mice apparently didn’t like the noise and started running around, trying to encourage the chain saws to stop. This climber must have been used to having them be so close by as he didn’t seem to be bothered one bit.

Within about a week, the tree lost a lot of leaves so we could see the branches. Alas, it was suppose to look like the trees to the right. When Freddy’s crew started cutting, it was no surprise to see very little firewood waiting. Looking at this first branch that came down, you can clearly see the opening for critters at the top, and only a few inches of wood around the rim. The rest of the branch was kind of like loose sawdust. As the top of this trunk drops to the ground, you can see the multiple holes.

Need a tree crew? We were very pleased with Freddy’s Tree Service 760-420-2543

From Cecelia: Yasmira, our faithful Postmistress the past three years, is leaving us so seek greener pastures and milder winters with another USPS assignment. She and her husband and daughter are moving to be near both their families out in Indio. Come join us in wishing her Bon Voyage on Friday, Oct 17th at noon for lunch and fellowship.

Since we’re promised cooler weather, we moved the luncheon location to the Community Center next to the Fire Station.

Mexican lunch will be catered by Jilberto’s. Can you think of something yummy to bring for dessert? Help with set-up, clean-up will be appreciated. Community Center will provide table service and beverages.

You are invited! Palomar Mountain Fire Safe Council will be having its Annual General Meeting to elect new board members, review last year’s operations and next year’s plans.

This coming Saturday, October 18th at 9 am.

Community Center next to the Fire Station, 21610 Crestline Rd. Palomar

The Fire Safe Council provides a 40-yd roll-off dumpster monthly, free chipping, roadside brush clearing, fire retardant gel, classes in chainsaw maintenance, road side clearing access for emergency vehicles and wildfire preparedness. If you are interested in serving on this dynamic community-minded board, please come and join us.

Cecelia Borland, Secretary Fire Safe Council

760-594-4688

Come away for your first gorgeous peek of Fall from Sky View Haven. Spectacular views for all Seasons from custom built home on the rim of Palomar. What mountains do you see in the view? Simply click for the details and lots of photos. Like to come up for a tour? Let’s make it happen!

Bonnie Phelps, Four Season Realtor

760-533-1742

Cute little vintage cabin in the woods just celebrated it’s 95th birthday with so many ‘presents’! The owners added and new roof, septic system, retaining walls to help with erosion, new stairs, a spa bathtub (such bliss) and all sorts of things to make this such a happy little place to be. The eagle soars through the trees and many pigeons and doves are quite content to share the feeders and watering trough with local deer. Brand new leather furniture was just delivered but owner couldn’t resist a move out of state near family so it’s your turn.

Click for all the details then let’s connect for a tour!

Bonnie Phelps, Realtor on Highway to the Stars

760-533-1742

From: Stan Hill

Hello Everyone,

We plan to start cutting dead and dying trees this coming Monday, the 13^th of October. I have a couple of banners coming that we can hang in the neighborhood. I have spoken with one of the firewood guys and Robert about wood removal and have a plan. Also, we have a chipping person that will be following up to clean up each property. As always, we will adjust as we go to get it just right.

We plan to look for any trees that pose immanent threat first. Then the contractor will decide the most efficient order.

Please check the updated map. If you have dead or dying trees on your land, make sure your parcel is marked. Yes! You can still sign up! Simply click on the QR code or reach out to me and we’ll get you on the list.

Working together to make Palomar more fire safe,

Stan Hill, Forestry & Fire Prevention Project Manager

Resource Conservation District of Greater San Diego County

In Partnership with the Fire Safe Council of San Diego County

11769 Waterhill Road, Lakeside, CA  92040

Office Tel: (619) 562-0096 Ext. 110

Cell: 951-553-3013

www.firesafesdcounty.org | www.rcdsd.specialdistrict.org 

From: Bill Leininger

“Palomar Mountain Community – Earthquake Preparedness on Saturday, 11 Oct!

Join your CERT volunteers at the Fire Station (CALFIRE Station 79) this coming Saturday, from 9-11 AM.  We have:
– Earthquake preparedness information and an app to provide earthquake warnings.
– Fire extinguisher training with a simulator, so you can practice your PASS
—- If you don’t know how to “PASS”, this training is for you!
—- And, the training is safe for adults AND kids!
– “Price of Preparedness” games – come see how much you preparedness you can do for just a little spending
– Bonus – prizes and giveaways for attendees

No RSVP needed – just come by the station on Saturday, 11 October, from 9-11 AM

Bill Leininger
SDCF CERT – Northern Division Program Manager for Palomar Mountain CERT”

From: Rosemary Johnston

Cal Tech professor to head up the Observatory

Did you have a front row seat for the SPACEX launch tonight? We did, and are glad to share!

Nathan was working outside at Round House Ranch and the bright lights in the sky caught his eye. He called out to me to “come quick”. I’d been taking some photos downstairs so happened to have my camera in my hand. I ran up the stairs and out on the deck just in time to capture this for you.

In a few seconds the rocket had passed by, out to the east and hidden by trees. Nate pulled up their website to watch the remainder of the mission, live. So impressive to see that rocket turn around and land back on earth out in the Pacific. Click for the SPACEX link to view anytime. It’s a pretty impressive 15 minutes.

Bonnie and Nathan – still in awe!