Palomar Mountain News

CHAINS REQUIRED If you aren’t a resident or property owner up here, you must have chains to come to Palomar today.  CHP has a road block at the bottom of the grade (no snow there).  Everyone will be turned away if you don’t have chains.  Even if you have a 4WDrive, if you are not a resident, you won’t be able to get up to snow.  So sorry.

RESIDENTS and PROPERTY OWNERS need to show a drivers license or copy of their tax bill or utility bill to prove residency.  Employees would need a copy of a pay stub or other proof of employment.  No exceptions.

VACATION RENTAL GUESTS need to show their rental confirmation and must have chains.

MIDWEEK is always best to visit snow on Palomar.  4 wheel drives are always the smartest (maybe rent one?) and you’ll need chains.  Real chains are way better than the bungie cord chains.  The road to the Observatory is always closed now to non residents on snow days.  We have very little parking.  Thank you for your understanding.  To see snow this weekend, you might try Big Bear or Idyllwild.

HOW MUCH SNOW ON PALOMAR?  We have 10 inches on our patio table and it is to snow throughout the day.  The three county snowplows run 24 hours but roads are not safe without 4WDrives and chains.

Please visit Snow Tips for lots more info.

The cars parked in front of the Lodge are prepared for whatever comes our way.  Facing out, windshield wipers up and I saw some chains on. They are prepared.

If you are planning to come up and there is snow on the ground, the CHP will have a check-point at the bottom of the grades.

Do you own property up here?  Please be prepared to show your drivers license with your Palomar address, a copy of your tax or utility bill for proof of residency.   You might just keep a copy in the glove box of all vehicles.  Makes it real simple.

Vacation Rental folks will need to show their confirmation of their stay.  If travelers don’t have a 4WD, some guests have rented one.  They will usually need to at least show chains, if not asked to put them on.

Especially on holiday snow weekends, the traffic up here and lack of parking can be pretty crazy.  Friends and family should be prepared to show a text or email from you with your address.

Four wheel drive vehicles with good snow tires are always best.

Chains are usually required.

Be sure to have a shovel with you, windshield ice scraper,  and maybe a little comfort tote with water, snacks and whatever you might need if delayed with the traffic situation.  Kitty litter comes in handy in some situations where you might get stuck. I’ve also used my car floor mats… Click for important Snow Tips.

Hope you enjoy your Thanksgiving Holiday and everyone stay safe out there!

Bonnie Phelps-by-the-fire

So fun to look out and see these gals enjoying the rain so much.  Our next-door granddaughters had a friend up.  They had an option to stay by the fire doing crafts.  But all wanted go on an adventure with me!  We headed over to Crestline to check on cabins tonight and loved seeing a bit of snow.  Still waiting for that white stuff on State Park Road. We do appreciate every drop of rain we get.  But this family does a happy dance when it is a winter wonderland.

May you enjoy your Thanksgiving Weekend, where ever you may be.  We have a spot for you ’round our fire and would love to see you.  Thank you so much for our connections through Palomar, the Mountain News and entrusting me with your Real Estate needs.

Giving thanks with a grateful heart,

Bonnie and Family

I just had to go out and take a few snow photos today. When I got back, the owner of this one had called.  They are reducing the price hoping a new family will enjoy their move-in ready cabin for the holidays.  Now just $185,000 so who will it be?

Simply click for the MLS info and photos.  We  could do a cash purchase in about 5 business days.  Or, my lender has already been to the cabin and confident in his loan product for you to have the keys in just a few weeks or less!

Yesterday’s snow is almost melted but more on the way next week.  Bundle up and let’s get you in!

Loving our first snow!!!

Bonnie Phelps

Rehearsals are going strong for 18 of our mountain kids learning their lines for the Christmas Play.  It is a week from Saturday of Thanksgiving weekend!

Would YOU like to advertise in their program?  Full color printing is included so it will be a nice memory program.

Pricing for advertising is as follows:
Full Page 5.5″ x 8.5″ – $25.00
Half Page 5.5″ x 4.25″– $15
Business Card – $5

Or, fun ‘Shout-outs’ to the kids are free!

Please just send a simple photo as a jpeg and your text and you’ll be all set. Deadline for ads is Wednesday, Nov. 27th.

Contact Lori at palomarmountainarts@gmail.com to purchase an ad and with any questions.

Several of you have connected with me about needing a new source for your homeowner’s insurance.  Click for an article sent tonight by Rosemary Johnston.

The article tells about an option that quite a few locals are using now with the California Fair Plan.  That option is available through the agents listed here.

Bonnie

There is a silent auction planned Saturday, November 30th, 2019, along with the Best Christmas Play Ever.  They could use YOUR help.

They looking primarily for artisan and handmade items and also welcome other donations.  So far they have a live edge coffee table, a hand routed, Nativity scene plaque and a pair of Christmas paintings, all done by mountain residents.

What are YOUR ideas for an auction item?  It will be so fun to see what shows up!

Simple contact Lori at palomarmountainarts@gmail.com to contribute an auction item.

Deadline for auction items is Friday, 11/29

The play is directed, coordinated, and preformed ALL by volunteers.  100% of ALL proceeds will go toward the costs of putting on this play and hopefully have a pad for the next production.  Thanks to all!

So thankful for the lovely rain!  Our gauge shows 5 inches for this storm.  We had only a dusting of snow over here on State Park Road. Crestline had more that stayed on the ground. About gone now…  But, wait!  “A chance of snow Thanksgiving Day!”

How fun is that!?!??

Bonnie Phelps

PS Just in from taking snow pix!  Please stay tuned!