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February 17th, 2010
Huntington State Beach Lifeguard Try-Outs
Huntington State Beach Lifeguard Try-Outs
begin on
March 6, 2010
The Huntington State Beach Lifeguard Try-Outs are beginning next month at March 7, 2010. For those of you who want to consider a position as a state lifeguard, this is your opportunity to try out for this event. The try outs will be held rain or shine, and despite the weather conditions, so be prepared!
The 2010 Ocean Testing Dates and Locations are as follows:
Huntington State Beach Saturday, March 6, 2010 – 9:00 am
Ventura (San Buenaventura) State Beach Sunday, March 7, 2010 – 9:00 am
Silver Strand State Beach Saturday, March 13, 2010 – 9:00 am
Rio Del Mar State Beach Saturday, March 13, 2010 – 9:00 am
South Carlsbad State Beach Sunday, March 14, 2010 – 9:00 am
Leo Carrillo State Park Saturday, March 20, 2010 – 9:00 am
Monterey State Beach Saturday, March 27, 2010 - 9:00 am
San Clemente State Beach Saturday, March 27, 2010 - 9:00 am
Refugio State Beach Sunday, March 28, 2010 - 9:00 am
Crystal Cove State Park Saturday, April 10, 2010 - 9:00 am
If you trying out for the Huntington State Beach Lifeguard program, make sure you show up early. You will need to have registered for the try-outs and have time to line up with the other candidates for the initial swim. If you are going to swim in a wet suit, then it is recommended that you swim in one before you show up at the event, as the wet suit changes how you swim. Also, you will want to bring something warm to put on after the swim, as the water is cool this time of year. Many swimmers do not wear wet suits.
The following is a description of the events which must be passed in order to be considered for a State Lifeguard position.
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Pass a COMPETITIVE 1000 yard open water swim. Time limit of 20 minutes.
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Pass a COMPETITIVE [200 yard run - 400 yard swim - 200 yard run] event. Time limit of 10 minutes.
In addition to the physical events stated above, the candidates must also:
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Pass a qualification appraisal interview.
In order to be hired as a California State Lifeguard, the candidate must demonstrate successful completion of the above mentioned items and successfully compete the training as outlined below:
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Successful completion of the California State Park Lifeguard Training Program. (8 days)
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Successful completion of work location Field Training Program.
If I can answer any questions about the Huntington State Beach Lifeguard Try-Outs, please contact me.
Phone or Text: 949.280.0681
Email: Spaxson@roadrunner.com
February 16th, 2010
Chino Airport – Planes of Fame Airshow
Chino Airport – Planes of Fame Airshow
The Planes of Fame Airshow is coming up on May 15-16, 2010 at Chino Airport. Chino Airport is located in Chino, California and is approximately 35 miles from the Newport Beach area. Chino Airport is located at :
Chino Airport
7000 Merrill Ave
Chino, CA 91710
(909) 597-3910
Chino Airport which is previously known as Cal Aero Field, is a general aviation airport. Chino Airport serves the general aviation community, as well as for business and corporate travel. The runways line up with the compass. Also, there are two directions of each runway depending upon which way the wind is blowing. Planes typically land into the wind, and if you are landing on Runway 26, then the other direction would be Runway 8.
Chino Airport which is situated on approximately 1,100 acres and has three runways: there are two parallel runways – Runway 8L-26R and Runway 8R-26L, and there is Runway 3-21 which crosses the parallel runways. Runway 8R-26L is 7000 feet long and 150 feet wide, and is the longest runway at Chino Airport. The parallel runway is 4,838 feet long and 150 feet wide. Runway 3-21 is which is crosses both Runways 8R-26L and Runway 8L-26R and is 4919 feet long and 150 feet wide. Generally, what that means is that larger air craft can take off and land at the longer run ways. Aircraft have a minimum take off and landing distance.
Chino Airport has many hangars that aviators either rent or own, and has over 100 businesses, 2 aircraft museums including the Planes of Fame museum. Also, Chino Airport is home to Flo’s Cafe. This is a great place to fly in eat breakfast or lunch and fly out. Some of the hangars that have recently been constructed are amazing. Many of the hangars have build outs inside them with kitchens, bedrooms and bathrooms. You can actually live in these build outs. Many of the occupants at Chino Airport have golf carts to travel around the airport. These hangars house some pretty amazing aircraft.
Something else to consider when selecting an airport to have as your home base is weather. Chino Airport does have fairly consistent weather. With the exception of occassional fog, and winter weather, Chino averages about 345 VFR (visual flight rules) days per year. Chino is also a great airport for pilots that are learning to fly. The controllers are very cooperative even though the airspace can be busy at times.
The airport identifier for Chino Airport is CNO and is a control tower operated airport.
Chino Airport has the Planes of Fame Air Show, and this year it is going to be held on May 15-16, 2010. The theme of the 2010 Airshow is “A Salute To The Greatest Generation.” In honor of the men and women whose provided service to the country during World War II, the the Museum will fly its aircraft. If you are interested in aviation, this is an air show not to be missed.
Below are photos of a Twin Cessna 340 – very nice airplane. I used to fly of these. I still love to see them.
Watching the planes take off and land is always something that I enjoy. Yesterday, we were watching planes take off and land. In the photos below, the plane has just rotated, and the pilot is raising the landing gear in the second photo.
We watched this plane fly into the sunset, and it was a very beautiful site.
And then here is a close up of the plane flying into the sunsest.
If I can answer any questions about Chino Airport, or the Planes of Fame Air Show, please contact me.
Phone or Text: 949.280.0681
Email: Spaxson@roadrunner.com
February 9th, 2010
Newport Beach Junior Lifeguard Try-Outs
Newport Beach Junior Lifeguard Try-Outs Under Way!
UPDATE
2.26.10
There is ONE more dates to try out – see the times below.
The Newport Beach Junior Lifeguard Try-Outs are underway at the Newport Harbor High School Pool. The dates of the try-outs are below:
Sunday, February 7th – 9:00am – 12:00pm
Sunday, February 14th – 9:00am – 12:00pm
Tuesday, February 16th – 7:00pm – 8:30pm
Sunday, February 21st – 9:00am – 12:00pm
Tuesday, February 23rd – 7:00pm – 8:30pm
Sunday, February 28th – 9:00am – 12:00pm
You still have several more opportunities to try out and this is a reminder of the dates. Find more information about the Newport Beach Junior Lifeguard try-outs at the Newport Beach Junior Lifeguard website. The time requirements for the try-outs are as follows:
“A” (14-15 year olds): 1:35 (one minute, 35 seconds)
“B” (12-13 year olds): 1:40 (one minute, 40 seconds)
“C” (10-11 year olds): 1:45 (one minute, 45 seconds)
“D” ( 9 year olds): 1:55 (one minute, 55 seconds)
Below of a photo from a couple of years ago where the Junior Lifeguards were on paddle boards at the Balboa Pier.
If I can answer any questions about Newport Beach Junior Lifeguards, or the requirements, please contact me.
Phone or Text: 949.280.0681
Email: Spaxson@roadrunner.com
February 7th, 2010
Happy Superbowl Sunday Everyone – Go Saints!
Happy Superbowl Sunday Everyone – Go Saints!
Today, February 7, 2010 is Superbowl Sunday. This is a highly anticipated event every year, and this year it is even more exciting as this the first time the New Orleans’ Saints are playing in the Superbowl. And after everything the New Orleans has been through, they deserve a win.
The first Super Bowl was first played on January 15, 1967, and this is the first appearance for the Saints at a Superbowl. Hurricane Katrina damaged the Superdome and the New Orleans area where the Saints played their games. The New Orleans Saints scheduled 2005 opening game against the Giants was played at the Giant’s stadium. The remaining games for the 2005 season were played at two stadiums between the Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Lousianna and the Alamodome in San Antonio, Texas. The New Orleans Saints returned to the Superdome for the 2006 season after the Superdome had a $185 million restoration and renovation.
The two teams arrived at Superbowl 44. The Indianapolis Colts beat Baltimore Ravens, and also beat the New York Jets in the AFC playoffs. The New Orleans Saints edged out Arizona and also beat the Minnesota Vikings in the NFC playoffs (that was one awesome football game).
Whoever you are rooting for, have an awesome Superbowl Sunday and enjoy the game, advertisements and the half time show.
GO SAINTS!
February 6th, 2010
Run Surf City . . . Run!! Surf City Marathon
Run Surf City . . . . Run
The Surf City Marathon in Huntington Beach is tomorrow February 7, 2010. The marathon begins at 6:30 am. I have driven by there several times and they are set up, and there are lots of participants registering for this event.
The participation for the Surf City Marathon in Huntington Beach is the largest ever, with 20,000 participants. There is also a half marathon, and a 5K run. Registration is closed, however you can go out and cheer on the participants in this run! Hopefully, the weather will cooperate, as it has been raining all day, however there are some blue skies in the distance over in Huntington Beach.
If you want to spectate at the Surf City Marathon in Huntington Beach, you can find the information here. I would suggest arriving early as there is a large turn out this year.
If I can answer any questions about this event, please contact me.
Phone or Text: 949-280-0681
Email: Spaxson@roadrunner.com
February 3rd, 2010
Newport Beach Junior Lifeguard Try-Outs Approaching Quickly . . .
Newport Beach Junior Lifeguard Try-Outs Approaching Quickly . . .
This is a reminder to you that the Newport Beach Junior Lifeguard Try-Outs are beginning this weekend on February 7, 2010 – that’s right – on Superbowl Sunday! There is plenty of time to take your child for the Newport Beach Junior Lifeguard Try-outs which are going to be held at the Newport Harbor High School Pool deck. Make sure to bring:
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Your child’s proof of age.
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3 forms of identification (i.e. driver’s license, utility bill, car registration).
Make sure you are prepared! Hopefully, your child has been swimming and is ready to meet the requirements set by the Newport Beach Lifeguards. The requirements are to swim four laps – a total of 100 yards in the time set below:
“A” (14-15 year olds): 1:35 (one minute, 35 seconds)
“B” (12-13 year olds): 1:40 (one minute, 40 seconds)
“C” (10-11 year olds): 1:45 (one minute, 45 seconds)
“D” ( 9 year olds): 1:55 (one minute, 55 seconds)
The Newport Beach Junior Lifeguard program is an amazing program. My daughters both participated in the program and I cannot say enough good things about it. It is organized, professional, educational, competitiveand fun for the kids. My older daughter Heather was competitive in the program, and today is a Huntington State Beach Lifeguard. Although my daughters are past this time frame, the program definitely was something they enjoyed and benefitted from.
The Newport Beach Junior Lifeguard Program is held at the Balboa Pier by A Street at the Junior Lifeguard headquarters. The Newport Beach Junior Lifeguard Program begins on Monday, June 28th, 2010 and ends on Tuesday, August 17th.
I have three favorite events for the Newport Beach Junior Lifeguard Program:
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The Hot Dog Dinner – a tradition which is enjoyed by both the kids and their family and friends.
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The Pier Jump – where all the kids line up, and the lifeguards and their support staff are in the water, and the kids jump approximately 30′ into the water. This is NOT mandatory!
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The Monster Mile – this event is fun for both the kids and their parents alike. The kids show up on the day of the “Monster Mile” dressed up like “monsters“! After the parade, there is a competitive one mile run in the sand, followed by a one mile swim back. The kids are grouped according to their age, and they wear swim caps for each age group. It truly is an amazing site. You can see the kids swimming back in the photo below:
So, here is your opportunity to take part in this awesome program. The try-outs are only in February. You can’t decide in June that you want to be in the program – does not work that way. The swim try-out dates are below:
Sunday, February 7th – 9:00am – 12:00pm
Sunday, February 14th – 9:00am – 12:00pm
Tuesday, February 16th – 7:00pm – 8:30pm
Sunday, February 21st – 9:00am – 12:00pm
Tuesday, February 23rd – 7:00pm – 8:30pm
Sunday, February 28th – 9:00am – 12:00pm
If I can answer any questions about Newport Beach Junior Lifeguards, or the requirements, please contact me.
Phone or Text: 949.280.0681
Email: Spaxson@roadrunner.com
February 1st, 2010
Giant Squid Invasion in Newport Beach
Giant Squid Invasion in Newport Beach
These Giant Squids have become very prevalent in the waters off Newport Beach. The fishing has increased, and anglers are catching them. The Giant Squid on the average weigh between 20-40 pounds, and some being caught are as large as 60 pounds. There are articles and photos of fisherman holding them up, and they are several feet long! Some of these giant squid can grow up to be as large as 100 pounds.
A representative from Newport Landing Sportfishing told The Orange County Register that anglers in Southern California area have caught approximately 400 giant squid since Friday night.
So I am not so sure now is the time to go diving in these Newport Beach waters – that would be scary to see a 60 pound giant squid!
January 26th, 2010
Newport Shores Market Update – Newport Beach
Newport Shores Market Update – Newport Beach
November, 2009 – January 26, 2010
Newport Shores is a beach community located at the west end of Newport Beach. It is across the street from one of the more popular and desirable beaches in Newport Beach. Also, located near the Frog House which is a surf store that many locals frequent. A very popular surf spot called the Jetty is walking distance from Newport Shores.
Currently, there are 10 active listings in Newport Shores.
215 62nd Street – Priced at $699,000
This home features two bedrooms and two bathrooms, located just two blocks from the beach.
329 Colton Street - Priced at $750,000
This home has two bedrooms and two bathrooms, and a roof top deck to enjoy the California sunshine.
337 Colton Street – Priced at $799,000
This home has two bedrooms and two bathrooms.
222 Lugonia Street – Priced at $899,000
This single family home has three bedrooms and two bathrooms.
218 Colton Street - Priced at $929,000
This home has four bedrooms and two and one half bathrooms. The kitchen has granite counter tops and updated flooring.
304 Colton Street – Priced at $950,000
This home has four bedrooms and two and one half bathrooms.
227 Walnut Street – Priced at $999,000
This remodeled homes features three bedrooms and three bathrooms. The kitchen is updated with granite counter tops.
342 Walnut Street – Priced at $1,300,000
This beautiful home features four bedrooms and three bathrooms, and the kitchen has granite counters and stainless appliances.
318 62nd Street – Priced at $1,320,000
This three bedroom home is located on the Canal on 62nd Street, enjoy the morning sunshine at this home in the Canal. There is also granite counter tops, and pavers as you walk in.
315 Canal Street – Priced at $1,675,000
This three bedroom, three and one half bath home is on the Canal in Newport Shores. This newer home has granite counters and stainless appliances. Also, there are beautiful hardwood floors.
Currently, there is one pending at:
214 Lugonia Street – Priced at $700,000.
There have been 6 sales since November, 2009. The sales inNewport Shores are as follows:
320 Prospect – Sold for $705,000
340 Prospect – Sold for $705,000
464 Prospect - Sold for $850,000
431 Lugonia – Sold for $799,000
452 Prospect – Sold for $875,000
247 Prospect – Sold for $873,000
If I can answer any questions about Newport Shores in Newport Beach, please contact me.
Phone or Text: 949.280.0681
Email: Spaxson@roadrunner.com
January 4th, 2010
Surf City Marathon – Huntington Beach, California
Surf City Marathon – Huntington Beach, California
February 7, 2010
The Surf City Marathon in Huntington Beach is coming up on February 7, 2010. The Surf City Marathon has an ocean front running path. This is a great opportunity along with 18,000 other participants.
There are still a few registration places for the 5K, as the half marathon and full marathon events are full.
The Longboard Legacy Club is a club which recognizes the participants in the Surf City Marathon who demonstrate their commitment to by completing at least three consecutive Surf City events each year. There is no seperate registration for the Longboard Legacy Club, that information is kept track of by the organizers of the Surf City Marathon. For eligibility in the Longboard Legacy Club, a participant needs to complete three Surf City events including a 5K, half marathon or a full marathon.
This is a great opportunity to get out with your friends and achieve your goal of completing the race you have enter. You can find more information about the Surf City Marathon and the events associated with it.
Hope to see you at the Surf City Marathon.
December 29th, 2009
A Southern California Tradition – The Rose Parade
A Southern California Tradition – The 121st Rose Parade
The 121st Rose Parade will be held on January 1st, 2010 beginning at 8am in Pasadena. The parade route begins on Orange Grove in Pasadena, and turns onto Colorado. If you are in the vicinity, the area is completely set up with bleachers and stands for the viewing public.
There are millions of fans watch the parade from the actual route, and of course on television. I am not going to be there in person this year, however, I do get up early on New Years Day and enjoy watching all the floats, equestrian units and the marching bands. There is also the Royal Court with the Rose Queen, and these are local contestants who try out for the event.
The Rose Parade also has a Grand Marshall, and this year for 2010 it is truly one of America’s heros – Captain Chesley Sullenberger III. Captain Sullenberger became famous when he was successful in carrying out the emergency ditching of the US Airways Flight 1549 in the Hudson River. The ditching was offshore from Manhattan in New York City, on January 15, 2009. Captain Sullenberger’s tremendous efforts saved the lives of ALL 155 people on the aircraft.
The Rose Parade is a spirited and fun event. With spectacular floats decorated with all different types of flowers which create very beautiful and maginificent floral floats. Along with the floats are the equestrian units, and the marching bands from all over. The theme for the Rose Parade in Pasadena is “A Cut Above the Rest“. I encourage you to watch the parade if possible. Seeing the floral floats live is amazing, there is incredible detail which is appreciated. Many cities enter the Rose Parade as well as companies.
And of course, along with tradition, the schools that are playing in the Rose Bowl which is also going to be held on January 1, 2010 enter both floats and their marching bands. This year, the Universities playing in the Rose Bowl will be the number 8 BCS (Bowl Championship Series) ranked Ohio State Buckeyes versus the number 7 BCS-ranked Oregon Ducks.
If you get the opportunity to view the parade in person, it truly is an experience. I have seen it live many times and have camped on the parade route. It really is a fun experience bringing in the New Year with friends and family (and sometimes chilly). And at the conclusion of the parade, there is a viewing place where you can view the floats live.
Ticket information may be found here for the Rose Parade and Rose Bowl.
Here is wishing you all a Happy and Healthy New Year.
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