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Riding into Ramona . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Hearts Soar at Hawk Watch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Concert Association Presents a Musical Variety . . . . . . . 52016 Calendar of Events & Ongoing Activities . . . . . . . . 6Ramona Chamber of Commerce . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Bringing the Past to Life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10SDCE — A Community Designed for Family Living . . . 12Cruising on Main Street is a Festive Event . . . . . . . . . . 16Art is Where You Find It . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18Antique Shops Hold Rustic Treasures . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20Ramona Schools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21A Shopping Adventure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22Rib & Chicken Fest is a Tasty Treat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23Cowboy Day Celebrates the Western Lifestyle . . . . . . . 23Local Real Estate Experts Know Ramona . . . . . . . . . . . 24Hit the Links in the Beautiful Backcountry . . . . . . . . . . 26Catch the Beat at Music Fest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28Parks Promise Scenic Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30The Backcountry is Home to Elusive Wildlife . . . . . . . . 32 Map of Ramona . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34Hikes & Trails . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36The Uniqueness of Ramona Wineries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37Guy B . Woodward Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43Ramona Wine Country Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44‘Swede’ Nelson — A Colorful Character of Ramona’s Past . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46Mural Masterpieces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48Town Hall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49Ready for Rodeo! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50Equestrian Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50Our Neighborhood VFW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52Bow Wow Pow Wow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54Spectacular Fourth of July Celebration . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56Visitors Drawn to Julian’s Unique Charm . . . . . . . . . . . 59Honoring Our Veterans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61Looking Ahead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64Tour Springtime Gardens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65Community Contact Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65Advertiser Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

C o n t e n t sWinter/Spring 2016 • iSSue 15

From Los Angeles Areas: Take I-5 or I-15 South to SR-78 East to Ramona.

From San Diego Areas: Take I-8 East to SR-67 in El Cajon, and follow to Ramona.

How to get to RAmonA

PUBLISHERS Darrel and Carol Kinney

WRItERS Darrell Beck Ann Reilly Cole Ruth Lepper Chuck LeMenager Johnny McDonald tracy Rolling Annette Williams

PHotogRAPHy Darrel Kinney Carol Kinney John Jones tracy Rolling Annette WilliamsBarry Claessens, BC Photography

gRAPHIC DESIgn Mary Van Doren

PUBLISHED By Ramona Home Journal726 D Street Ramona, CA 92065

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— Tracy Rolling

People from near and far are riding into Ramona and discovering a community full of majestic beauty,

friendly people and affordable housing.From bird-watching to watching

the sunset, Ramona offers exceptional views of one of Southern California’s most spectacular regions.

Located just 30 miles from down-town San Diego and sitting at 1,400 feet above sea level, the town’s unique topography combines massive boulders with rolling hillsides. Native foliage include some of San Diego’s oldest oak trees, and many areas around the community are a haven for wildlife.

Residents and tourists are visiting the ever-popular wineries and eclectic shops on Main Street, while outdoors enthusiasts are exploring remote country trails, regulation golf courses and a boatload of competitive and recreational sports. Car shows and seasonal cruise nights offer plenty of family-friendly fun.

With equestrian centers, a municipal airport, and a 20-acre paintball park, Ramona has something for everyone.

Whether you ride into Ramona by plane, car, horse or bike, we hope you will use this Guide to Ramona as your personal handbook in discovering your next Ramona adventure. n

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Hearts are sure to soar at the sight of hawks, falcons and eagles during the annual Hawk

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Hawk Watch will take place rain or shine at Begent Ranch, 18528 Highland Valley Rd., where as many as 19 species

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by 9:30 a.m. for the 10 a.m. event, and dress warmly in layers. Binoculars and sturdy shoes are also recommended.

Call 760-765-1957 or visit www. wildlife-research.org/hawkwatch.html. n

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The Ramona Concert Association is halfway through its 2015-16 season, with two more concerts on

the schedule. Performing Feb. 20 will be

classical pianist James D’Leon, an official Steinway artist who has won countless national and international piano competitions and performed at

Carnegie Hall.On April 9,

the 17-member Coastal Cities Jazz Band comes to town, con-sidered one of the finest big band groups in Southern California for almost 20 years.

Many of its vocalists and musicians have performed with the top bands of the 1940s and ‘50s.

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april9: Ramona Music Fest See page 289: Ramona Concert Association See page 59-10: Ramona Artists Open Studios Tour See page 1816: Miss Ramona Pageant30: Garden Tour & Plant Sale See page 65 April 30-May 1: Old West Days See page 10

May20-22: Ramona Rodeo See page 5021: Ramona Main Street Rodeo Parade See page 5027-30: PONY Baseball Invitational Tournament at ball fields on Aqua Ln. www.ramonabaseball.com30: Memorial Day Services See page 61

June11: Bow Wow Pow Wow See page 5418: BBQ Rib & Chicken Fest See page 23

July4: Fourth of July Fireworks See page 5623: National Day of the Cowboy See page 23

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OnGOinG acTiviTieScollier county park at 626 E St. Tennis and basketball courts, children’s play areas, garden path, picnic tables.Dos picos county park at 17953 Dos Picos Park Rd. Hikes, camping, science and nature walks and free Sat. events. 760-789-2220 Guy b. Woodward Museum tours Thurs. and Fri. 1-3; Sat. and Sun. 1-4; and by appointment at 645 Main St. 760-789-7644Julian backcountry Quilt Trail along Hwys. 78 and 79 and other thoroughfares in the Ramona, Julian and Santa Ysabel areas. Look for painted wooden “quilt” blocks on homes and business-es. www.julianbackcountryquilttrail.orgramona library activities and enrichment programs Mon.-Sat. at 1275 Main St. Library Book Store open 10-4 Mon.-Sat., with sales the third Sat. 760-788-5270ramona vFW post 3783 offers Fri. and Sat. dinners and Sun. breakfast at 2247 Kelly Ave. 760-789-7888

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For more than 100 years, we have been providing events such as the Annual Awards Banquet, Ramona Artists Open Studios Tour, Ramona Country Fair, Merchants’ Safe Trick or Treat on Main Street and the Annual Christmas Tree Lighting for our community.

We mean business! In 1922, the Chamber was known as “The Ramona Improvement Society.” With help from our Chamber members, we are able to offer economic development, educational grant programs, business education and networking opportunities to our residents and businesses. Last Wednesday Workshops, Monthly Mixers, Connections over Coffee, ribbon cuttings, monthly Chamber newsletters and advertising are only some of the opportunities we provide to our local businesses.

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Ramona Old West Days brings the past to the present in scenes that recreate how Americans lived

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both days, period vendors and a food booth.

Students from local schools will attend Thursday and Friday, April 28 and 29, as history of the era is incorporated into their class curriculum.

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R.A. (Ray) Watt began developing his new family/recreational community near Ramona in 1970.

The town’s population then was but about 5,000. His new development would be named San Diego Country Estates and eventually be home to about 10,000. Situated on 3,250 acres of San Vicente Valley, it is about six miles southeast of 10th and Main streets.

Watt was a renowned California civic leader and a widely acclaimed builder, with several national builder-of-the-year awards. He was attracted by the valley’s ambiance, topography, climate and proximity to the small-town environment of Ramona. It was also close enough for residents to

enjoy San Diego’s urban advantages. It seemed ideal for wholesome family living, and Watt made a momentous decision. He bought the land, made the commitment and dug in to develop a new community.

The plan features 1,300 acres for open space and recreational development. That constitutes nearly half (42 percent) of the total land, which the homeowners would own and operate. There would be 36 miles of trails. No massive grading for residential sites would be allowed; homes would be designed to fit the land. All utilities would be under-grounded. Three school sites for future needs, sewer and water facilities with fire station, as well as six million

An October 1972 ribbon cutting marks the grand opening and start of lot sales for San Diego Country Estates. Pictured at the clubhouse are, from left, co-developer William Watt; Miss California 1972 Lillian Dianne Wagner; Charles LeMenager, SDCE executive vice president; developer R.A. (Ray) Watt; Mimi Craven; San Diego County Supervisor Bill Craven; and SDCE marketing director Donal MacAdam.

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gallons of storage for fire protection, were provided.

By the time parcel sales were in full swing, the amenity facilities were in place. The San Vicente Golf Course was ready for play, with clubhouse facilities, tennis courts, swimming pools and two equestrian centers in full operation. A $100,000 hunter/jumper grand prix was held at the International Equestrian Center in November 1972, and the

famous Bobby Riggs vs. Margaret Court Battle of the Sexes tennis match was held on club courts and seen on television in nine nations on Mother’s Day 1973.

The family-friendly goals that Watt set for the San Vicente Valley were met. More than 3,400 lots and condos were essentially sold out by 1980. The result has been the low-density, environmentally sensitive SDCE residential community that has proven to appeal to a strong home-buying family market and has thrived since. n

Chuck LeMenager was a member of the Watt team that developed SDCE and is author of “Off The Main Road, Revisited,” a history of San Vicente and Barona, from which this is excerpted. He has been a valley resident and active in SDCE Association affairs since the early 1970s. His other local history books include “Ramona & Round About” Second Edition, and “Julian City and Cuyamaca Country.”

San Diego Country Estates continued from page 12

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“Off the Main Road, Revisited” features San Diego Country Estates in Ramona’s San Vicente Valley, its development and growth. “Ramona & Roundabout, 2nd Edition” and “Julian City and Cuyamaca Country” examine the towns of Julian and Ramona. All three explore the happenings, their people and interrelationships with neighboring towns and settlements.

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What started out as a casual cruise down Ramona’s main drag on a Thursday night

has turned into a full-blown parade. Well, maybe not exactly “full-blown,” as there are no bands or clowns.

What Ramona American Graffiti Cruise does have are about 200 vintage and specialized vehicles of all kinds driving up and down Main Street every Thursday night from spring to fall. It starts about 7 p.m. at Etcheverry Street

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parade, but there are also many older-model pickup trucks, motorcycles, tractors, vans and commercial vehicles driving along Main Street.

While Ramona car enthusiasts are well-represented, others come from as far away as National City, Fallbrook and Temecula, as well as the closer communities of Escondido, Poway, Santee and El Cajon.

The crowds of spectators continued to grow each week, often numbering between 1,000 and 2,000 people turning out to watch the parade. It’s also become a common gathering time, as folks get together with friends, new and old.

Several local business have joined in with the festivities by staying open later than usual, many offering specialties of their own. Even an ice cream truck set up space in the post office’s parking lot.

Main Street remains open to regular traffic, so it’s not unusual for a driver to stop and ask, “Why is there so much traffic in Ramona tonight?”

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Driving into Ramona from the west, you’ll see a “Welcome to Ramona” monument sculpted by local artist

Leslie Souza that depicts the rural lifestyle and serves as an introduction to a fantastic art community.

Other sculptures are located at Salerno Winery, featuring a more contemporary style, while Souza’s smaller piece in front of Ramona Library is reflective of the grasslands.

There are six murals around town that further demonstrate the community’s love of art, with more

being prepared for other locations.“The murals depict the history,

culture and character of our diverse town,” said Judy Nachazel, president of the Ramona Art Guild. “The Community Room at the library has juried and non-juried shows and workshops.”

Nachazel suggests that while at the library, check out the stained glass windows designed by internationally known artist James Hubbell.

“The library also has a permanent collection of art and hosts revolving art shows by local artists,” she added.

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The Olde Ramona Hotel Gallery offers monthly exhibits, with a reception to meet the featured artists. The gallery sponsors an open juried show displaying work by artists throughout San Diego County every October.

The Art Center on Main Street offers quality art education and hosts art shows several times a year.

Nachazel added that there will be a new addition to the Ramona art scene when the nonprofit 2Create Gallery opens in the spring. It is currently undergoing remodeling to become a community art center and art gallery.

Molly Jaeger-Begent, owner of 2Create Gallery, said, “My husband and I bought this building and are remodeling it for a gallery to open March 1.”

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Ramona Community Rib & Chicken Fest on June 18 is an event not to be missed for everyone who enjoys slow-cooked baby back ribs and chicken.

The fundraiser for the Ramona Senior Center nutrition program will offer an all-you-can-eat meal in the Olive Peirce Middle School Performing Arts Center, 1521 Hanson Ln.

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— Annette Williams

The annual National Day of the Cowboy celebration, to be held July 23 at Mountain Valley

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Local Real Estate Experts Know Ramona

Ramona realtors are more than individuals who list and sell homes. They are local experts on the

Ramona real estate marketplace. The Ramona Real Estate Association

(RREA) is an organization that brings together these experts not only to promote the sale of homes in Ramona, but also to educate prospective buyers about the quality of life offered here.

With its small-town charm, Ramona has an abundance of beautiful homes and communities where families live, work and play. Its enviable location is just a short drive to deserts, beaches and mountains, offering a well-balanced blend of country living, with the added plus of being more affordable than many other areas of San Diego County.

Ramona Realtors specialize in all types of housing, from single-family homes in planned communities and rural neighborhoods, to manufactured homes, senior parks, condominiums, ranches and vacant land for those who want to build their custom dream homes. Homebuyers have their pick of properties, with many including room for horses and livestock, vine-yards, orchards and swimming pools. A number of neighborhoods boast amenities such as golf courses, pools,

recreational, sports and equine facilities, and, of course, endless scenic views.

With a long list of historical data, facts and figures on the growth of Ramona and what it has to offer the homebuyer, RREA members strive to understand all there is to know about the community, legislature affecting Ramona, and what the future holds for its residents.

Keeping up with the changing econ-omy, knowing about Ramona school systems, the water district and the best places to shop, local Realtors not only have experience and knowledge to better sell real estate, they understand the community and its characteristics.

RREA members exhibit their love of the community by giving back when-ever the opportunity presents itself, donating their time by supporting and working at various community activities, and even hosting a few.

Future plans are to continue supporting community activities and becoming even more knowledgeable about real estate in the backcountry.

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Catch the Beat at MusicFest— Annette Williams

Ramona Music Fest will bring its outstanding lineup of musical performers to the Ramona Outdoor

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Scheduled to perform are Hitman Honey, retro rock; The Altar Billies, rockabilly and “punktry;” Farm Truck, country; The Shirthouse Band, bluegrass; and Mariachi Perla.

In addition to music, the event will feature drawings for major prizes, live and silent auctions, a beer garden, food vendors and more.

Tickets are $15 in advance. Gate admission is $20 for adults, $10 for ages 11 to 17 and military with ID, and free for ages 10 younger. Proceeds help fund charitable projects of the Ramona Rotary and Ramona Kiwanis clubs.

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Collier County ParkLocated at 626 E St. in the heart of

town, Collier County Park has the distinction of being the first park established in San Diego County. The land was donated in 1908, by David Charles Collier, a renowned San Diego businessman and philanthropist. Those who like to walk will enjoy peaceful paths that lead to artful plant groupings and a monument that honors America’s armed forces. Active folks will find tennis and basketball courts, along

with age-appropriate play areas for children. dos Picos County Park

On the west end of town is Dos Picos County Park, located at 17953 Dos Picos Park Rd., off Mussey Grade Road. Shaded by oak trees, the park is open year-round, offering hiking, fishing and camping, and playgrounds and picnic areas. Birds and wildlife abound, to the delight of animal lovers. Special-event areas are available for rent. Day-use parking is $3 per vehicle.

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The Backcountry is Home to Elusive Wildlife

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— Tracy Rolling

W hile the Ramona wildlife is not made up of lions, tigers or bears, that doesn’t mean people

won’t be saying, “Oh my!” when they spot a native creature.

Skunks, opossums, bobcats and coyotes are just a few of the native wildlife found in Ramona, says Ali Crumpacker, director of The Fund for Animals Wildlife Center.

Crumpacker explains that people are more likely to see evidence of


animals than an animal itself. “You might hear the coyotes or

smell the skunks,” she says. Wild animals are typically elusive, but they leave behind confirmation with their tracks and scat.

Mule deer are among the animals seen on occasion, but they don’t repre-sent a large population in Ramona.

On the flip side, that’s a good thing. Especially since they’re a main food source for cougars, also referred to as mountain lions.

“Most are located in Poway, but they are few and far between.”

She says wild turkeys are not native to the area but were brought in for hunting.

“Raccoons congregate around water and like to wash their food before they eat it.”

She recommends that if you see a wild animal, and it’s not doing any-thing destructive, just enjoy the view.

“If it’s causing a problem, try hazing it. Yell at it, squirt it with a hose, or try to scare it off. Then be sure to address whatever they were attracted

to in the first place.” If it’s trash, she suggests finding

ways to secure the lid. For skunks tampering with a garden, she says, “They’re not attracted to the flowers — it’s grubs they’re going after.”

She recommends beneficial nematodes, a living microscopic organism that can be purchased at most home and garden supplies.

As far as native birds, red-tail hawk and barn owls are some of the more common species.

“There is also an abundance of seabirds, including various herons. Although we seem far from the ocean, we’re not, by line of sight.”

For those who see an animal and something doesn’t make sense, she suggests taking a picture of it. Call The Fund for Animals at 760-789-2324 and, Crumpacker says, “We’ll do our best to help you understand it.” n

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Ramona communiTy paRkaccess: From Main Street (Highway 78), turn north on Fifth Street, right on Aqua Lane, and take third driveway on right . Length and elevation: 5 miles of trails, 1,425 feet to 1,515 feet .SiMOn preSerVeaccess: 23500 Bassett St . From Highway 78, take San Vicente Road/10th Street south, turn left on Arena Drive, left on Spangler Peak, then right on Bassett Street . Length: 5 miles of rocky, multi-use trails on 650 acres .mT. goWeR open Space pReSeRveaccess: 17090 Gunn Stage Rd . From Highway 67, take 10th Street (becomes San Vicente Road) south 6 miles into San Diego Country Estates . Turn left at Gunn Stage Road, go 1 .8 miles to the entrance of Mt . Gower Open Space Preserve . Restrooms and drinking fountain at staging area . Length and elevation: 8 miles of trails, 1,625 feet to 2,650 feet .doS picoS counTy paRkaccess: 17953 Dos Picos Park Rd . From Highway 67 (Main Street) in Ramona, take

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The Uniqueness of Ramona Wineries

— Tracy Rolling

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hatfield creek Winery 1625 Highway 78

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‘swede’ nelsonA Colorful Character of Ramona’s Past

— Darrell Beck

Those who knew him would never forget him. Carl Gustov Nelson, or “Swede” Nelson, as he affection-

ately became known, emigrated from Sweden to Winnipeg, Canada, where he worked as a railway gang laborer. He then went to Oregon, where he became a lumberjack.

He was a huge, powerful man who looked strong enough to take down a tree with his bare hands, but he was also gentle and good.

He married Hedwig “Hedy” Matilda Anderson, also of Swedish heritage. They came to Ramona in 1941, where they worked side by side on their prop-erty on the southeast corner of Cedar Street and Highway 78. They called the place “Valhalla” and erected a stone monument there to signify the ranch name.

They immediately got the attention of the neighbors after clearing the land of tall brush, stacking it in a huge pile and burning it. The great fire brought out the fire department and about half the town to help, for which the Nelsons made amends by putting on a special Swedish spread and inviting everybody to attend.

Over the years, the Nelsons built a very prosperous chicken business on

their land, where the Garcia family also lived as hired hands. The Nelsons had no children, but the Garcia children became like their own.

As a result of this rare combination of culture and language, a new dialect was discovered, as Carl attempted to teach English with a Swedish accent to the Spanish-speaking Garcia. The result was an unusual language, especially when translated by Garcia, but it served the purpose.

Civic-minded, Carl was a director of the Ramona Chamber of Commerce, a prominent citizen who helped orga-nize the Ramona Municipal Water District and bring imported water to Ramona for the first time. He was also elected to a seat on the first RMWD Board of Directors and became presi-dent of the Breakfast Club. He was an accomplished public speaker and a prolific writer, publishing two books in Swedish.

Carl and Hedy were the epitome of the “American dream.” They worked hard, they prospered and they made their mark before God and country. n

Darrell Beck is a local historian and 75-year resident of Ramona. He is the author of “On Memory’s Back Trail” and writes articles about local history for Ramona Home Journal.

A monument stands at the Nelsons’ Valhalla ranch.

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On Feb. 22, 1894, Ramona Town Hall was dedicated to the community by Augustus and Martha Barnett. It became a primary gathering place and home to a public high school, library, bank, courthouse, sheriff’s office, Chamber of Commerce, basketball court, dance venue, and theater for films and live entertainment, among other uses.

In the years since a 1995 arson fire required the building to undergo major renovations, the East and West wings have been restored and are again being used as a meeting spot for local groups and community events. n

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The 2016 Ramona Rodeo will mark 36 years of celebrating the sport

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With a mission to honor veterans every day, the post was established in the 1950s and named after local Bronze Star recipient Archie G. McArthur.

“Our priority happens outside these walls,” Post Commander Doug Scholl said of the local nonprofit organization

that has nearly 650 members and two auxiliaries.

The Post offers meals three times a week that are open to the public at 2247 Kelly Ave. “We have one of the most active cooking schedules in San Diego County,” said Scholl.

A fish-and-chips dinner is served from 6 to 8 p.m. the first Friday of every month, with burgers and fries served on the other Fridays. On Saturday nights, the featured entree rotates among prime rib, baby-back ribs, an Iowa pork meal and the chef’s choice. Reservations are recommended by calling 760-789-7888.

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“The money goes directly to help widows, orphans, active duty and their spouses,” said Scholl.

In addition to an “Adopt a family for Christmas” program, the Post celebrates our nation’s freedom with a free Fourth of July picnic and barbecue, open to the public from 1 to 4 p.m.

Showing support to community youth, they help the Ramona High School NJROTC program and annually donate a $1,000 scholarship to a graduating high school student.

They also charter Boy Scouts of America Troop 768 and honor teachers, firefighters, EMTs and law enforcement officers by naming outstanding individuals on a local and state level.

“By partnering with the community, we can build a strong network and be a valuable resource for our veterans, and our neighborhood.” n


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take part in games and activities for all ages.

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It’s always a good day to visit the mountain town of Julian. With so much to see and do in this historic set-

ting, you’ll need every hour of daylight to enjoy it all.

Explore the history of the region, including Julian’s colorful past, by visiting Julian Pioneer Museum and a number of plaque markers throughout town.

Main Street in Julian is a shopper’s delight, with a variety of retailers offering distinctive merchandise you won’t find anywhere else. Julian and nearby Wynola and Santa Ysabel

boast fine restaurants, shops and fun family entertainment.

Adults can sample local wines and brews at one of the many tasting rooms that have made their home in the Julian and Warner Springs areas.

For nature lovers of all ages, local parks and wildland preserves offer the perfect spot for a picnic, day hike or campout. Whether you like to explore on foot, horseback or bicycle — or be carried about in a horse and carriage — the scenery will take your breath away.

Enjoy the many weekend festivals, See Julian’s unique Charm continued on page 62


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Honoring Our VeteransThree Memorial Day

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The first service will be at 10 a.m. at Nuevo Memory Gardens, 532 Ash St., where veterans’ graves will be marked with individual American flags the Friday before. Other ceremonies will follow at the World War

II Memorial at the ball field on Ninth Street, and at the Vietnam War Memorial at Schwaesdall Winery, 17677 Rancho de Oro Dr., off Highway 67.

After the services, a picnic will be held at the VFW Post at 2247 Kelly Ave.

Look for Buddy Poppy donation points at stores around town in advance of the holiday, with proceeds to benefit local veterans and the VFW. Call 760-789-7888. n


join in the fun and stomp some grapes, watch award-winning movies, listen to world-class music or dance the night away. There’s something for everyone in this tiny community with a big heart.

Julian is a picturesque drive from San Diego, Los Angeles or Orange counties, making it easy to come for the day, weekend or mid-week for a

fun getaway. Accommodate yourself in style and

comfort at one of the locally owned hotels or bed and breakfasts or choose a back-to-nature retreat in a rustic cabin in the woods.

Whatever you prefer, you’re sure to dream of your next visit to this charming mountain town. n

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In Ramona, summer is sweet and fall is fantastic! Don’t miss any of these popular community events in 2016.ramona Junior fair puts the spot-

light on 4-H, FFA and Grange from July 30 to Aug. 6, with youth crafts and home economics displays, live animals and the famous livestock auction, all set at the Ramona Junior Fairgrounds, 431 Aqua Ln. Visit www.ramonajuniorfair.com.

ramona Country fair may be the biggest event of the summer. From Aug. 18 to 21, expect live entertainment, exciting carnival rides, vendor booths, good food and plenty of parking at the Ramona Outdoor Community Center on Aqua Lane. Look for updates at www.ramonachamber.com.

The first-ever taste of ramona in September 2015 was such a hit, Ramona Chamber of Commerce is planning

to do it again. Look for it in the fall of 2016. Visit www.ramonachamber.com for details.

Back Country Quilters displays fabu-lous quilts at its annual Quilt show in October. Vendor booths, food and bake sales add to the fun, and someone will win the featured quilt in an opportu-nity drawing.

The Ramona Chamber Merchants’ safe trick-or-treat event gives young-sters an opportunity to celebrate Halloween, while several other organi-zations host fall carnivals, festivals and haunted house tours.

You’ll find vintage aircraft, the latest in aerial crime-fighting, classic cars and more at ramona airport open House. The November event also features tours of the control tower and rotor museum, a classic car display and more. Call 760-788-3366 or visit www.sdcounty airports.com. n


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tour springtime gardensSeven gardens will be open to

guests of the 2016 Garden Tour and Plant Sale, presented April 30 by Ramona Garden Club.

Tour tickets will be sold at the plant sale in the parking lot of Ramona Library, 1275 Main St.,

where organizers have a knack for selling plants at their peak of beauty. Most are grown and propagated locally, so they’re perfectly suited to Ramona gardens.

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accommodations Julian Lodge Bed & Breakfast Getaway . . . . . . . . . . 5Orchard Hill Country Inn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62Ramona Valley Inn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5San Vicente Resort . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

activities/attractions2Create Gallery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18All About Fun RV Rental Sales & Service . . . . . . . . 51Bright Yoga . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32Fitness Xpress for Women . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Julian Grape Stomp Festa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60Ramona Chamber of Commerce . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Ramona Julian Academy of Dance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Ramona Rodeo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50San Vicente Resort Golf Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Velocity Paintball Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19Warner Springs Ranch Resort . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

antiquesAloma’s Antiques . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21Mason Jar, The . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21Old Barn Door Antiques & Collectables . . . . . . . . . . 20Original Old Town Ramona Antique Fair . . . . . . . . . 21Squash Blossom Trading Co . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

professional Services Adobe Animal Hospital . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54Autumn Insurance Agency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11Carpet Lady, The . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30Country Tire & Auto . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48Dr . Jaime Gonzalez, D .D .S . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53Dr . Malcolm J . Boykin, D .D .S . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49Farmers Insurance — Amber Ramirez . . . . . . . . . . . 8Kamps Propane . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57Krysak & Associates, Law Offices of . . . . . . . . . . . . 8One Stop Equipment Rental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64ProFlame Propane Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47Ramona Chamber of Commerce . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Ramona Dental Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33Ramona Disposal Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55Ramona Home Journal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30Ramona Interiors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Ramona Motor Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52Ramona Outdoor Community Center (ROCC) . . . . . 19Ramona Parks & Recreation Assoc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Ramona Smog Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53Richardson Recycling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56Wateridge Insurance Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

real estateCentury 21 Award . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67& 68Century 21 Award — Barbara Jensen . . . . . . . . . . 27Century 21 Award — Karen Domnitz . . . . . . . . . . . 28Century 21 Award — Patti Guerrero . . . . . . . . . . . . 28Oak Tree Ranch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29Ramona Real Estate Association (RREA) . . . . . . . . 25Ramona Real Estate Brokerage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26Stage Presence Homes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27TL & Associates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28Town & Country Property Management . . . . . . . . . 10Town & Country Real Estate and Home Loans . . . . 26

Restaurant/TreatsLeahy’s Cheers Pub & Grill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16Mamma Rosa Italian Restaurant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17Mom’s Pies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59Ramona Café and Bake Shop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Shopping/Retail A Classic Tale . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18Affordable Treasures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22Birdwatcher, The . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60Eagle Peak Publishing — Charles R . LeMenager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Economizers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Goodwill Industries of San Diego County . . . . . . . . 31Jewelry World & Loan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Mountain Gypsy, The . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61Ramona Food and Clothes Closet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23Ransom Brothers True Value . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58Sun Valley Florist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22Unicorn Books and Gifts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Wineries/tasting rooms/BreweriesAdventures On Horseback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40Cactus Star Vineyard at Scaredy Cat Ranch . . . . . . 37Chuparosa Vineyards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42Hatfield Creek Winery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40Hellanback Ranch & Vineyard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41La Finquita Winery & Vineyard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40Mahogany Mountain Vineyard and Winery . . . . . . . 37Orfila Vineyards & Winery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42Pamo Valley Winery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37Ramona Ranch Winery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39Ramona Valley Wine Region Magazine . . . . . . . . . . 39Salerno Winery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38Schwaesdall Winery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42Vineyard Grant James . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41Woof’n Rose Winery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41WTT Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

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Barbara Jensen 760-504-6648

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Bart Ryan 760-787-1900

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Doreen Smith 760-803-4708

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Hugh Blackwood 760-788-4844

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Jami Waldon 760-283-8100 Office Admin.

Karen Clendenen 760-213-0335

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Karen Domnitz 619-884-7654

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Manny Cien619-277-3431NMLS #664734

Marci Morgan760-270-7633

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Martha Luce760-532-7196

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Patti Guerrero760-789-9603

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Teresa Hobbs760-518-2402

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Thad Clendenen Branch Manager760-445-0958

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Linda Hogue760-975-9213

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Omar Sevilla760-415-4618

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