Findings on The Bear Valley Water District Wastewater Facilities Have Been Posted
Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 11/03/2011 09:59 AM
Bear Valley, CA...Engineering firm MWH has posted their findings on the BVWD wastewater facilities....In an effort to better understand challenges at the facility, MWH staff visited the Bear Valley Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP), managed by the Bear Valley Water District (BVWD) on Thursday, September 15th 2011. The site visit included the influent pump station, aeration pond, chlorine contact tank, pump house, polishing reservoir, Blood Creek outfall and spray field areas....
Passes Closed as Winter Storm System Rolls Through
Posted by: John_Hamilton on 11/03/2011 05:33 PM
Bear Valley, CA...CHP and Caltrans have closed Hwys 4 & 108 as one of the first real winter storm systems rolls through. The forecast that follows is for Bear Valley...Tonight: Snow showers. Low around 19. Breezy, with a southwest wind 21 to 24 mph decreasing to between 13 and 16 mph. Winds could gust as high as 37 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Total nighttime snow accumulation of 3 to 7 inches possible. Friday: A 50 percent chance of snow showers. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 26. West southwest wind between 9 and 15 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph. Little or no snow accumulation expected...
The Graphic Above Starts in Bear Valley and Ends Down the Hill in Angels Camp.
Come to Sky High Pizza & Pub on Saturday, October 29th for a Spooky Good Time!
Posted by: John_Hamilton on 10/27/2011 07:50 AM
Bear Valley, CA...Come to Sky High Pizza & Pub on Saturday, October 29th for a spooky good time! We will have drink specials, spooky treats, costume contests, live music, plus MUCH MORE! There will be no cover to get in and Bear Valley Lodge will be running a $50 room special to promote a “don’t drink and drive” party solution. So hurry and call (209) 753-2327 for more information!
Bear Valley, CA...Waking up this morning at 7AM in the dark was a blunt reminder that winter is quickly coming. I wish I could report that all the outdoor projects are completed and I am simply sipping coffee watching the sunrise. The truth is I appear less prepared for winter than I did a week ago....
Autumn in the Sierra Nevada Mountains ~By John Michnowicz
Posted by: John_Hamilton on 10/21/2011 09:41 AM
Arnold, CA...Autumn pictures from various locations and times in the Sierra Navada Mountains. Locations include Arnold, Ca., White Pines, Ca., Stanislaus National Forest, Arnold Rim Trail, Bishop, Ca., and the Eastern Sierra Mountains...
Bear Valley Snow Sports Teams....The Perfect Way To Hone Your Skills
Posted by: John_Hamilton on 10/21/2011 10:09 AM
Bear Valley, CA...Bear Valley Mountain’s Team programs provide advanced training for skiers and snowboarders. The team programs are a great way to enjoy your sport by improving your skills in a team environment. The programs are ideally suited for skiers and snowboarders at an intermediate or advanced level; however there are teams that can accommodate those that can successfully navigate a “green” run in a very controlled manner. Regardless of age or ability, all participants must be able to get on and off a chairlift unassisted...
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Mountain Passes Have Reopened for Weekend...Time to go explore
Posted by: John_Hamilton on 10/07/2011 03:51 PM
Bear Valley, CA...The snow has been cleared and sunshine and higher temps are on the way so Caltrans has reopened both Hwy 4 and Hwy 108 for the weekend. Now would be the perfect weekend to catch some our local high country splendor. Local Videographer and Sierra Sentry Owner Sandi Pierce produced a great video of the Ebbetts Pass Area for the Scenic Byway Celebration this year...
Still Snow in the High Country but Temps on the Rise for Weekend
Posted by: John_Hamilton on 10/06/2011 07:16 AM
Angels Camp, CA...This morning Chains or Snow Tires are required on Hwy 4 past Cottage Springs and on Hwy 108 past Long Barn and Hwy 4 and Hwy 108 are still closed. On Hwy 88 chains are required from Hams Station on up. Temps will be on the rise as we head into the weekend. The latest for Angels Camp is as follows..Today: Scattered showers. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 59. South southeast wind around 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts of less than a tenth of an inch possible. Tonight: Partly cloudy, with a low around 40. East wind 5 to 8 mph becoming north. Friday: Sunny, with a high near 73. Northeast wind around 8 mph becoming west...
The Graphic Above Starts in Bear Valley drops to Arnold, Murphys and Angels Camp
COLD AND FLU PREVENTION ~ By Dr. Andrea Sullivan, Inner Balance Sports Chiropractic
Posted by: John_Hamilton on 10/05/2011 09:59 PM
Murphys, CA...Colds and flus are on everyone’s minds right now with this sudden onset of cold weather. Many people are wondering if their favorite home remedies are really effective. Everyone has ideas about vitamins, minerals and supplements- do they really work? According to some health practitioners, the answer is no. There is no magic to staying healthy, we just need to use common sense. Eat lots of fruits and vegetables, get plenty of rest and exercise, and stay away from refined sugars (what!!). We are learning that some supplements can be very effective...
