Julie Schmitz moved from Orange (Southern Cal) 22 years ago. Julie has been attending Bayside Church since it moved into Granite Bay High School. And she has been participating in BAS events for at least 10 years now.

After School, Julie did more training for ranches and individuals. Then she moved to Northern California, got a job at Handley Ranch in Lincoln, and jumped into the family businesses: Dental Office Construction, Boarding & Leasing Horses, and Horse Transportation.

Julie has been riding and training horses most of her life. She started by working and training at Arabian Ranches, and showed in English, Dressage, Western, Team Penning, & Sorting. Julie also showed and transported Andalusian Horses in Las Vegas, Burbank and Santa Barbara.

“I took over the (equestrian) group after the predecessor got married and moved to Arizona.”

And now, Julie spends most of her time on the trail, camping, doing High School Rodeo and 4H with the kids. She also likes to take out the dirt bike, and to play some paint ball with her kids.

“God saved my life through my horses and allows me to work through them ‘for Him’. Bayside Adventure Sports makes a difference for me, my family, and my community by keeping my faith – and my family’s faith – strong, and by bringing more people to Him through faith and love of sport.”

BAS members hit the hills and trails of Northern California each month. Ride locations vary and range from the Auburn Ravine, Granite Bay, and the Sierra to occasional forays further a-field. Rides usually feature a range of options for beginner and experienced cyclists alike. Check the ride description to assess the suitability to your skill level.  Let’s go get dirty!

Intermediate and Advanced Ride

Fleming Meadows –August 28, 2010 

Our scheduled ride this month was Sawtooth Ridge but one of the best trails we would normally ride has been closed so the ride is being moved to Fleming Meadow.

BRIEF RIDE SYNOPSIS:

Fleming Meadow is a great Sierra Foothills ride with ride options available for Intermediate and Advanced riders. The Fleming Meadow and Jenkinson Lake trails have been favorite trails with local riders for years. Our route will first include the Fleming Meadows Loop with an option to ride the Jenkinson Lake loop as well. Fleming Meadows is mostly single track with a few fire roads and several gradual, but long climbs followed by fun, fast descents on hard packed single track. There are a few technical rock areas easily traversed by most riders.

Genesis 2:8-9 “Now the Lord God had planted a garden in the east, in Eden and there He put the man he had formed. And the Lord God made all kinds of trees grow out of the ground – trees that were pleasing to the eye and good for food. In the middle of the garden were the tree of life and the tree of knowledge of good and evil.”

PRE-RIDE INFORMATION

1. Meeting Place and Time:

Meet at 7:00 at The Hub Express, 8741 Auburn Folsom Blvd, 95746. This is in the Ace Hardware shopping center on the south-east corner of Douglas Blvd and Auburn Folsom Blvd. The Hub Express is located towards the south side of the shopping area, near the Subway Sandwich Shop and the Granite Bay Post Office. For anyone who needs a sugar or caffeine fix there is a Donut Shop next to The Hub. From there we’ll all carpool to the trailhead. Driving directions to the parking area will be given to all drivers at that time.

2. Registration is Required:

There is no charge to participate in this activity but you are required to be a member, register and sign a liability release form.

Liability release Forms can be downloaded at www.baysideadventuresports.com

Register for this ride by going to http://ridefmaug2010.eventbrite.com

3. Bayside Adventure Sports Membership:

Bayside Adventure Sports Membership is required for all our events.  If you are new to BAS, a three month trial membership is available for our free events – contact Pam at pamelah@baysideonline.com to request.  For more membership information go to www.baysideadventuresports.com

4. Skills and Fitness Description:

To understand what is required of you as a rider please read the Skills and Fitness description below on this page.  This ride is rated Technical = 3-5, Fitness = C-E.

WATER AND FOOD:

At least 80 oz of water is required, bring your own food and/or energy bars for the ride.

HELMET AND CLOTHING:

Helmets are required! Proper clothing and shoes for the weather conditions will make your ride that much more enjoyable.

POST RIDE DINNER:

Please plan on joining us for a post ride dinner and fellowship.

WEATHER ALERT:

Rain will cancel our ride, if we need to cancel the ride because of weather I will send out an email Friday before 6:00.

If you have any QUESTIONS please feel free to contact me

Dennis Tromburg   916 764-5556 or dennistromburg@att.net

Notice to all riders who would like to join us on this ride

If you are on our e-mail list you should be receiving important information about 5 days prior to the ride. If you have not been receiving our pre-ride information or, are not on our e-mail list, please contact Dennis Tromburg at dennistromburg@att.net so that we can get this information to you.

All riders must bring adequate water, food, and bicycle repair items.  Intermediate and advanced riders must be prepared for 24+ mile ride with lots of climbing and technical descents. No water refill on route – I would suggest at least 90 oz of water per rider.  Please read the Skills and Fitness description to understand what is required of you as a rider, so that everyone has a fun, safe experience.  This ride is rated Technical = 3-5, Fitness = C-E.

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TOP TEN most common lies mountain bikers tell….

1. I know it’s supposed to rain today but the heavy canopy of trees will keep us dry.
2. I rode that section of trial last time; it’s easy, go for it!
3. Yup my new bike weighs less than 25 lbs
4. We’ll be home in plenty of time for an early dinner.
5. This is an easy stream crossing, you won’t even get wet.
6. There are a few rocks on this trail, but it’s not bad.
7. This is the easiest 30 miles you’ll ever do on a mountain bike.
8. I know it looks like a lot of snow but its’ not very thick, you can blast right through it.
9. There are only a few short hike-a-bike sections.
10. I did that whole climb in the big ring – how about you?

Intermediate & Advanced Ride Calendar

For more information:

• Get on our email notification list to receive details of all the rides by filling out the Interest Form at the Bayside Adventure Sports Table or contact the Mountain Bike Division Leader Dennis Tromburg at
  
  dennistromburg@att.net
• There is no charge to participate in our rides but you must register and be a member of Bayside Adventure Sports, please go to
  
  www.baysideadventuresports.com.
• If you’d like to check us out before becoming a member please contact the ride leader.
• Start times and meeting places vary, please check the web site for more information.
• Multi Day Special Events will be announced at a later date.
• Visit Smug Mug at http://baysideadventuresports.smugmug.com for pictures of past events

Beginners Only Schedule

For more information:

• Get on our email notification list to receive details of all the rides by filling out the Interest Form at the Bayside Adventure Sports Table or contact the Beginners Leader Stacy Hanson
  sahanson32@sbcglobal.net
• There is no charge to participate in our rides but you must register and be a member of Bayside Adventure Sports, please go to
  www.baysideadventuresports.com. If you’d like to check us out before becoming a member please contact the ride leader.
• Start times and meeting places vary, please check the web site for more information.
• Multi Day Special Events will be announced at a later date.

Please register for te beginners ride at : Eventbrite.com

BAS and TBF Racing

Bayside Adventure Sports members regularly participate in TBF Racing events. TBF offers a terrific series of mountain bike races, duathalons, and triathlons. So come on out and race with the BAS team or hangout and cheer us on! See you there! 2009 TBF Mountain Bike Race Schedule Click here to check out the full TBF racing schedule and event details. Come join us at a upcoming event to race or just support Team Bayside! See you there!

BAS MTB Videos

“BAS in Moab” Video shot during springtime, 2004. (27 Mb wmv video) – don’t try this on a low bandwidth dial-up connection!

Check out the BAS Mountain Bikers featured in the BAS Highlight Video! Broadband version: BAS Highlights

Useful Links

California Trails > Trail Source > American Discovery Trail > MTB Review > FATRAC > IMBA > Specialized > Team in Faith Triathlons > Mountain Lion Info > Johnson Ranch Club > TBF Racing

Sponsors

> Bicycles Plus

Contact:

Dennis Tromburg – (916) 764-5556 [contact-form]

BAS Mountain Bike Release

Bayside Adventure Sports Membership:

Bayside Adventure Sports Membership is required for all our events. If you are new to BAS, a three month trial membership is available for our free events – contact Pam Harvey to request

Equestrian Upcoming Events 2010

2010 BAS Equestrian Release

September 3rd – 6th Point Reyes – Stewart Ranch (Olema)

October 16th Fall Fest / Spenceville (Camp Far West) Day Ride – followed by BBQ Potluck at Mckenzie Meadows (Lincoln)

Current BAS membership required.  For details and to join, see the membership page at www.BaysideAdventureSports.com.

Pt. Reyes – Stewart Ranch Camp Out – Sept 3-6, 2010

Please join us September 3-6 at Point Reyes for our annual BAS Equestrian campout at Stewart Ranch! Advanced reservations are necessary. Please call (415) 663-1362 to reserve your spot at the Stewart Ranch camp ground before you arrive. There is also a bed and breakfast in Point Reyes called Point Reyes Country Inn that will board your horse (415) 663-9696.  (See details below)

We will be arriving at the camp ground around 1pm on Friday afternoon, but you can arrive whenever you like and stay for as long as you can. There are no dogs allowed, but RV’s and campers are welcome. Don’t forget your high lines or portable corrals as there are no corrals available in the camp ground area. There are hot showers and running water though! The trails range from easy to difficult, so riders of all levels are welcome. If you plan on doing the ride to Wildcat Beach from Stewart Ranch, make sure your horse is in excellent shape as it’s about a 6 hour ride round trip and very steep both ways. Make sure to pack a lunch for that one. Horse shoes should not be necessary as the trails are relatively sandy, with only minor gravel at some points, but use your best judgment if your horse has sensitive feet. On Saturday evening, we will all gather at the Stewart Ranch camp ground around 6:30 for our annual Surf ‘n Turf potluck. Please bring a dish to share with approximately 15 people and an extra log or two for the fire. Temperatures are a lot cooler over there and the air is misty, so bring blankets for your horses and a sweatshirt or two for yourself. Non-riders are also welcome to just come and fellowship and do some hiking. Any questions, get a hold of Julie Schmitz silvershadowranch@yahoo.com or Erin Maurer aariele@gmail.com before Friday!  No reception at the camp ground. See you there!

Please RSVP by Friday, Sept 3 at 9am - http://campstewartsept2010.eventbrite.com/

Download a liability release here

Current BAS membership is required.  For benefits and to join, see our membership page.  If you are new to BAS, a 3-month trial membership is available by emailing PamelaH@Baysideonline.com.

Meet A Real Cowboy

Division Purpose

The purpose of the Equestrian Division is to provide Christian fellowship and outreach to men, women, children, families, and singles, who have an interest in horses. Just as with the motorcycle group, not everyone has a horse. The Equestrian Division is composed of owners and people who have horses, and those who have a BIG INTEREST in horses. And just as with the motorcycle group, the Equestrian Division will not be providing horses for non owners.

Description

The BAS Trail Riders are a group of horse owners and riders who provide their own horse, tack, safety equipment, transportation, feed, insurance, etc. They meet and select trails and events in which to participate, which may include clinics and classes.

Baysiders who do not have a horse may attend the clinics and classes. They may also wish to develop group activities involving grooming, horse anatomy, shoeing demonstrations, horse art, cowboy poetry, etc. The Trail riding Division and the Equine Interest Division will work closely in order to make the physical part of this group happen. This does not include providing riding lessons or providing a horse to ride. It means providing a horse, when possible, for an instruction in anatomy, grooming, a shoeing or vet demonstration, etc.

Contact:

Erin Maurer & Julie Schmitz
[contact-form]

Useful Links

> EquiSearch
> Western States Trail Map
> Endurance Net
> NoCal Trail Riders Assoc.
> Mountain Lion Info

Download the article about Steve Wise from Moto Cross Action Mag

Intermediate/Advanced Ride – Squaw Ridge, August 21, 2010

Our next group ride is being hosted and led by Martin Myers. This will be an outstanding ride in an area we have not tackled before. Martin knows this area and has several trail options available depending on the skill level of the riders joining him but this is NOT a ride for beginners (intermediate and above are OK).

The ride details:

Squaw Ridge, behind Bear River Reservoir and Silver Lake on highway 88 has some of the Eldorado National forest’s finest high country riding.  It’s a mix of 4wd tracks with single-track options.  The mileage and terrain will depend on the riders that attend.  We will reach elevation 9,800 at one point on Squaw Ridge, and as you can imagine, the views are incredible… photo ops abound.

Your bike should be in excellent mechanical condition as we can be deep into the back country at times. It is very important that you bring the tools needed to work on your bike if something happens to it. There is an opportunity to stop for replenishment at the Plasse’s Resort store, but you should be prepared with food and water (Hydration Pack is mandatory!) for the day in case the situation prevents a trip to the store.  I will carry a water filter.  If you have a water filter, please bring it.

The ride is limited to six participants so reserve a spot quickly as this ride will fill up.

We will meet at a convenient spot in Placerville no later than 8:00 am on Saturday morning August 21st to caravan to the staging area. Once you sign up all details will be provide to you. As with all of our rides you must be a PAID member of Bayside Adventure Sports to participate. If you are not a paid member or your membership has lapsed please contact me to get signed up. There is no cost for our normally monthly rides other than the annual membership dies ($50.00/year). You must also complete a liability release on the day of the event. This will be emailed to you once you sign up.

To sign up for the August ride contact martin Myers at:

email: steamin_orange@yahoo.com

and cell: 530-417-3010

The September ride is near South lake Tahoe on September 18th. This will be a relatively easy ride but quite scenic. This ride will be limited to 10 riders. This ride will be led by Paul Schiess.

If you have any questions please feel free to contact me at the phone # or email address below (or reply to this email).

Paul Schiess
Dirt Bike Division Co-Leader
916-652-4052
basdirtbikeschool@gmail.com

September 18th is our ride from South Shore Tahoe (sort of) to Carson City and back. Great ride. Pretty easy trails. nice views.

October 15th – 17th is our second big event of the year – the MoonRocks ride and camp outing. This is always a favorite ride for many families. More information to follow.

One of our riders has 2 dirt bikes for sale. – 2004 Honda CRF250X and a 2005 Honda CRF 450X.  If you are interested let me know and I will put you in touch with the seller.

Paul Schiess
Dirt Bike Division Co-Leader
916-652-4052
basdirtbikeschool@gmail.com

BAYSIDE DIRT BIKE SCHOOL

Next class TBA in Lincoln (see below for details)

Bayside Dirt Bike School is officially open!! We have had 7 young people go through he school now. We have three cycles and all of the safety gear so if you know of someone who wants to learn to ride a dirt bike let us know. This is a beginner school so not for advanced riding instruction (yet). We teach at a private track so the location is safe and non threating. There is no cost to the school but we do ask for a free will donation to help defray our costs (insurance, gas, oil, parts, maintenance, etc.) We are also in need of a couple of good motorcycle tie downs straps if you have any extra. We will be holding the classes once a month in 2010. We can accommodate anyone ages 8 to adult.

Dirt Bike Gear Rental - Our dirt bike school has accumulated lots of KIDS dirt bike gear. It occurred to me that kids always out grow the gear long before they wear it out. With that in mind I would like to offer the opportunity to rent our safety gear (boots, pants, jersey, gloves, chest protector) if you have a young one that is growing. I have heard stories of kids using a piece of gear once and then being to big for it. If this appeals to you let me know. We will rent the full out fit of gear (sorry no helmets will be rented) for $25.00 for an unlimited amount of time. We will require a deposit of $100.00 of which $75.00 will be refunded upon return of the gear in good condition. Hopefully this will save you money and allow your kids to get to a stage where you can buy them long term use gear (Our sponsor cycle shops give discounts that make it very affordable!!

Email Paul at pschiess@sbcglobal.net to sign up or for more information.
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Beginner to Intermediate Riders – BAS Private Track – Lincoln, CA, TBA

Our next ride is this Saturday April 24th at the private training track in Lincoln. This is a great track for kids and smaller bikes. It will wear you out if you have a 450 (I have warned you). We also have a special small track just for kids and little bikes that do not want to ride the big track. The weather should be perfect and the track will start off being a bit muddy in the corners but will dry out to be perfect.

There is a $5.00 per rider charge to use the track. This helps cover the cost of track supplies.

There are NO restrooms available. Keep this in mind when you stop at Starbucks on the way to the track.

The tracks will be open from 10:00 until 4:00.

If you plan on joining us you must let me know. Please reply to the email address below and I will send you the liability release as well maps and directions. Even if you have been here before we need to know you are coming and get you a new liability release. Do not just show up. Call if you have any questions.

As with all of our events you must be a paid member of Bayside Adventure Sports. If you are not a paid member yet we have membership link on the Bayside Adventure Sports web page http://baysideadventuresports.com/ or you can join at the ride for either a 90 day trail membership for $20 or an annual membership for $50.

The Dirt Bike School will be open but it is full at this time. We can put you on the waiting list if you desire.

For the Lincoln track day or for the BASS Dirt Bike School please resond to Paul Schiess at basdirtbikeschool@gmail.com or call 916-652-4052.

BAS Membership is required for all our events.  Please go to the membership page at www.BaysideAdventureSports.com for details and to join.  If you are new to BAS, email PamelaH@Baysideonline.com for a free three month trial.

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DIRTBIKE LIABILITY RELEASE:  pdf /   Word

Click here for pictures of past trips.

Quads:Due to insurance restrictions, quads are no longer allowed on any BORR rides. Sorry for any inconvenience to our quad-riding friends.

2010 Bayside Dirt Bike Schedule

BB = Big bore bike preferred for large, steep hills; not indicated for tight technical.

LRT = Long range tank required for over 40 miles

TT = Technical terrain

Places to Ride – Trails

> Carnegie
> Foresthill
> Georgetown (Map)
> Mammoth Bar
> Moon Rocks, NV
> Prairie City
> Prosser Hills Area
> Stonyford

Privately Owned MX Tracks Open to the public (for a fee):

> Club Moto
> E-Street MX > Hangtown
> Marysville

Become a Member and Get Big Discounts

Bayside Adventure Sports is proud to introduce its new membership program. Becoming a member both supports the BAS ministry and entitles you to 20% off at Roseville Yamaha, OTD Cycle Sports, and many other places. Click here to learn about becoming a member and click here to see our complete list of discounts. Sign-up after Sunday Services at Bayside.

Baysider Opens MC Concepts Shop in Loomis

Offers 25% Off to BAS members!

We are pleased to announce that a member of our group, Mark Correa, has reopened his shop in Loomis, called MC Concepts. It is located at his old location at 4013 Taylor Road, 916-622-6179. MC Concepts offers both new and used motorcycle parts and accessories, and has JB Motorsports in the building for all repair work.

BAS members have up to a 20% discount at Roseville YamahaOTD Cycle Sports, and up to a 25% discount at MC Concepts.

Click here to learn more about BAS Membership

Gear Donations Needed

The Bayside Adventure Sports dirt bike team would love to help new riders learn how to ride and to give opportunities for under-privileged kids to throw their legs over a bike. To make this possible we need your help.

We are asking for donations of good used gear (mainly boots, helmets, chest protectors) for use in future events. We are also going to be soliciting donations of used bikes from 50cc up to 200cc for use as training cycles for future events. Bayside Adventure Sports is a fully legal non-profit organization so you can use the donations as a tax deduction where appropriate. Contact Paul Schiess if you have it in your heart and in your garage to make a donation.

Contact:

Craig Larrew – (916) 435-8645
[contact-form]

Useful Links

> Anytime Power Sports
> Cycle News Online
> Dirt Rider Magazine
> Honda
> Kawasaki
> Motorcycle Close Outs
> Motorcycle Superstore
> MPC KTM
> NorCal Motocross
> OTD Cycle Sports
> Racers Under the Son (RUTS)
> Roseville Yamaha
> State of CA OHV Page
> Suzuki
> Thumper Talk
> White Brothers
> Yamaha

Hiking News

The 2010 calendar is posted!  Please review our calendar for updated dates and events. Please check back often as this is a volunteer organization and dates may need to move to accommodate changes to the leader’s personal calendars.  Please check the winter sports tab for snow shoe and cross country ski joint trips.

“Every valley shall be raised up, every mountain and hill made low; the rough ground shall become level, the rugged places a plain. And the glory of the Lord will be revealed.” Isaiah 40: 4,5 NIV

No matter what challenge faces us, God will make a way.

NOTE: DUE TO INCREASING COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH THE ADVENTURE SPORTS MINISTRY, TO ATTEND A HIKE IN 2010 YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO BE A MEMBER OF BAYSIDE ADVENTURE SPORTS. AT ONLY $50 PER FAMILY THIS IS ONE OF THE REMAINING “GREAT DEALS” OUT THERE. PLEASE CLICK ON THE MEMBERSHIP TAB TO SIGN UP AND BEGIN TO REALIZE ALL OF THE BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP!

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In 2010 we invite you to become a BAS’ER.  We are presenting a range of offerings from Beginner to Advanced to Technical.

Just as God challenges us to grow each year in the Spirit, we want to offer you the opportunity to “rebuild the temple” by getting out and finding the level of activity that keeps you growing in your health and appreciating God’s creation.

Our beginner hikes are FAMILY

FRIENDLY SUNDAY STROLLS:

What better way to get the family outdoors than to go hiking! Bayside Adventure Sports offers a series of easy, family friendly, beginner “Sunday Strolls” that are designed to introduce people to the exciting outdoor sport of hiking.

Once a month, on Sunday at 11:15am (just after the 9:45am service), we meet by the Bayside Offices (south of the Granite Bay Bayside complex). We leave at 11:30. These hikes are usually within about 30 minutes of Bayside Granite Bay and last about 2 hours at most.

Sunday Strolls are a great way to:

- Introduce young children to hiking

- Find outdoor gems around the corner from home

- Meet/fellowship with other Baysiders that love the outdoors

- See if hiking is your thing

- Start training for bigger, badder hikes with BAS

- Meet your BAS Hiking and Backpacking Staff

- Learn where to get all that cool outdoor gear you see people carrying

- Travel the way Jesus did

- Get outdoors and enjoy God’s Creation with Bayside Adventure Sports!

2010  Trip Dates

April 11, 2010 SUNDAY STROLL: Hidden Falls
May 16, 2010 SUNDAY STROLL: Hidden Falls

June 6, 2010 SUNDAY STROLL:
Jul 25, 2010 SUNDAY STROLL:
Aug 7, 2010 Wright’s Lake
Sep 12, 2010 SUNDAY STROLL: TBD
Oct 17, 2010 SUNDAY STROLL: TBD
Nov 7, 2010 SUNDAY STROLL: TBD
Nov 21, 2010 SUNDAY STROLL: TBD

2010  Trip Descriptions

Our adventure hikes are Chasing

Waterfalls:

All of the leaders of BAS agree that one of the reasons they started hiking was to chase waterfalls.   This year most if not all of our 2 and 3 boot hikes will have a waterfall as part of the hike.  We will start on the coast and in the valley and move to the sierras with the snow melt.
In addition, we will offer some waterfall hikes during the annual Yosemite trip.  Check our calendar below for the schedule and the hike descriptions for details.

2010  Trip Dates

Mar 19-21, 2010 Yosemite Snowshoe Trip
March 27, 2010 Waterfall Hike – Alamere Falls
April 17, 2010 Waterfall Hike – Feather Falls
May 29, 2010 Waterfall Hike – TBD CANCELED RAIN/MUD
Jun 13-20, 2010 BAS Yosemite Campout
Jul 17, 2010 Waterfall Hike: Bassi Falls
Oct 9-11, 2010 Hwy 108 Car Camping (with Day Hikes)
Nov 13, 2010 Training Hill to Cool
Dec 4, 2010 Angel Island or Treasure Island

2010  Trip Descriptions

Bassi Falls Leisure Day Hiking Event

Saturday July 17, 2010

WHO: This hike is open to everyone who would enjoy, from a hiker’s perspective, an easy going trail that meanders to 109’ Bassi Falls. Because it is so short we will probably attempt one or two other falls in the area as well, depending on our group.

WHAT: The hike is rated one boot, less than 5 miles, less than 1,000 ft elevation gain, and good stable trail.  This trail is only 1-1/2 miles RT with minimal elevation gain but a wondrous sight to see as it cascades over the smooth granite.

WHEN: On Saturday, July 17^th we will meet at the Hazel Ave Park and Ride at 8:00 AM.  Car pooling is possible from this point.  We should arrive at the trailhead around 9:30.

WHERE:  From Hwy #50 about 20 miles east of Placerville, turn left (north) onto Ice House Rd (Forest Road 3). Drive 15.9 miles on Ice House Rd. to Union Valley Reservoir. Turn right onto an unmarked dirt road (Road 12N32A), just after crossing the bridge over Big Silver Creek (opposite Big Silver group camp). Drive 0.2 miles to a junction and turn left. Then drive 0.8 miles to another junction and turn right. Drive another 0.7 miles to the trailhead at the end of the road (total 1.7 miles along the dirt road).

HOW: Please register on Eventbrite:  http://hikebassijuly10.eventbrite.com/ Current BAS membership is required.  For benefits and to join, please see the membership page.  If you are new to BAS, a 3-month trial membership is available by email PamelaH@Baysideonline.com

NOTE: registration closes on Friday at 8:00 PM. You will not be able to register after that.  Please print out and bring a signed copy of the Liability Release found on the hiking website.

WHAT TO BRING: Wear appropriate hiking gear and apparel, including hat and sun block.  Bring at a minimum two liters of water lunch and few snacks. Please review the hiking essentials from the website. And don’t forget your cameras!

WEATHER:  The weather should be hot and clear, however it is always good to bring a light waterproof shell in case of afternoon thunderstorms so common in the Sierra this time of year.

Hike Leaders: Dave Bagenski (916)601-4658 dave@bagenski.com

and Linda Commons (916)996-4791 lsc354@yahoo.com

Our summit hikes are Peak Bagging:

California boasts some wonderfull summit opportunities in the 10,000 to 14,000 foot categories.  You can download the peak bagging score card in the Peaks of California section. These hikes require more advanced levels of fitness and are what you can work up to by participating in the adventure hikes.

Check our calendar below for the schedule and the hike descriptions for details.

2010  Trip Dates

April 24, 2010 Pyramid Peak – CHALLENGE
May 15, 2010 Mt Tallac – CHALLENGE
Jul 3-5, 2010 Fourth of July Lake Backpacking – CHALLENGE
Sep 4-6, 2010 Mt Langley/Cottonwood Lakes – CHALLENGE
Sep 17-19, 2010 Desolation Wilderness Backpacking

Our expeditions are Team Events:

Each year we offer out of state / country team expeditions and in the state of California team expeditions.
In 2010 the out of state/country expedition was the Kilimanjaro Summit – (Jan 2010) BAS went to Africa to climb fabled Mt Kilimanjaro.  We also performed a service project in the local area and then took a 4-day safari before heading home.
In 2010 our in-state expedition is the Tahoe Rim Trail – We will be doing the entire 165 miles of the Tahoe Rim Trail, broken down over 6 weekends in June, July and August.   We will be forming the team this spring.   Once the first hike begins you will not be able to join the team as the challenging nature of expeditions requires group support and cohesion to ensure a successful outcome.
Check our calendar below for the schedule and the hike descriptions for details.

2010  Trip Dates

June 5, 2010 Tahoe Rim Trail Part 1
June 12, 2010 Tahoe Rim Trail Part 2
Jun 26, 2010 Tahoe Rim Trail Part 3
Jul 10-11, 2010 Tahoe Rim Trail Part 4
Jul 31 – Aug 1 Tahoe Rim Trail Part 5
Aug 7, 2010 Tahoe Rim Trail Part 6
Aug 21, 2010 Tahoe Rim Trail Part 7

2010  Trip Descriptions

In State Expedition:  Hikes to Complete the Tahoe Rim Trail (TRT). 2 overnight and 5 Day trips

PLANNING MEETING: To qualify for the TRT you will need to attend the planning meeting on Sunday, May 16th at Bayside Church in room C-235 next Sunday from 5:00 – 7:00.  Bayside Church is located at 8211 Sierra College Boulevard, Roseville, CA.   If you are planning to attend please register at this site  http://trtplanning.eventbrite.com/

WHO: We would like to form a team of BAS members interested in completing the TRT. These are four boot hikes and will span across 6 weekends.   It is limited to those who can demonstrate both experience with elevation and a fitness level adequate to this level of exertion.   We will have a planning meeting for those interested to discuss details on Sunday, May 16th at 5:00 pm.
WHAT: The Tahoe Rim Trail (TRT) is know as “A trail like no other”.  It is a world class travel destination that passes through two state lines (California and Nevada), and six counties.  The trail is 165 mile winding peak to peak around Lake Tahoe.  The trail rises from the lakeshore and climbs through forests and meadows to ridges 8,000 feet or higher.
Once we’ve completed all sections of the TRT, you can register to join the 165 Miler Club.  The Tahoe Rim Trail Association will give you a 165 mile patch, a beautiful full color certificate of completion, put your name in the 165 Mile Club Log Book, on the website, and in the Trail Blazer. All of these will be reminders of one of your greatest achievements. See www.tahoerimtrail.org for details of becoming a TRT member.
WHERE: The schedule is as follows:
June 5th- Spooner Summit to Kingsbury Grade 12.2 Miles
June 12th- Kingsbury Grade to Big Meadow 22.8 Miles
June 26th – Big Meadow to Echo Lakes 17.5 Miles
(This will be a overnight. We will plan to car camp at Bay View)
July 10-11 – Echo Lake to Barker Pass 32.5 Miles
(Weekend Stay over)
-July 31 – Aug 1  Barker Pass to Tahoe City 16.7 Miles and
Tahoe City to Brockway Summit – 19.2 Miles
Aug 7th -Brockway Summit to Tahoe Meadow 18.9 Miles
Aug 21 – Tahoe Meadow to Spooner Summit 23.1 Miles

WHEN: The segments for each hike ranges from 12-33 miles so plan on at least 8-10 hours on the trail. We will plan to stop for dinner on the way home.  We will need to shuttle cars, so plan to meet at 5:30 am.  For Hikes on the 80 side, we will meet at Bayside Church in Granite Bay, for hikes on 50 side, we will meet at Starbuck on Prairie City.  During the planning meeting, we discuss the options of camping on Friday night.

HOW TO REGISTER: To Be Updated
Laurie Stanton, Hike Leader (916) 849-8588
David Dixon, Hike Leader  (916) 224-6013
Marilyn Eschenbaum, Hike Leader (530) 263-2998

Our ropes sessions are Technical:

SOME HOUSEKEEPING ITEMS:

1). Please note that many of you have security features on your internet browser and email services that do not allow you to follow a hotlink when you click on it.  You may be able to follow the link to the registration site by holding down the Control [Ctrl] key while clicking on the hot link to override your pop-up blocking and security settings.   In the future, we are also going to give you the URL for the event which you can paste directly into your browser.

2). Please note that events have registration deadlines and participation limits.  You will be unable to register after the deadline nor once the event is full.

3). Events without registrations by the deadline are canceled and so if you show up without registering you may be disappointed.

4). There is no cost to register but you are asked to be a member of Bayside Adventure Sports.

5)     Please take care of your driver.  We appreciate the members that drive, so please pitch in for gas.  It is recommended at least $2.00 per hour of drive time.  Please do not put your driver in the position of having to ASK YOU to pay your fair share…..

6). There is no cost to register but you are asked to be a member of Bayside Adventure Sports. Thank you for your interest in participating in BAS events.

Thank you for your interest in participating in BAS events

The 2010 Hiking Schedule (updated 3/11/2010)

There is no cost for these events but you are required to be a member of Bayside Adventure Sports.

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Hike Difficulty Ratings

The trips for 2010 can be classed into three broad categories.

1. Sunday Strolls that will be short, generally local, family oriented hikes following the 9:45 AM Bayside Services.
2. 1 and 2 boot hikes. These are hikes that will likely challenge someone on a regular walking schedule.
3. Challenge Hikes. These are the 3 and 4 boot hikes, many of which will be prerequisites for attending our high adventure summits (ie. Mt. Shasta – 5 boot hikes)

One of the goals of the Hiking Division is to encourage a healthy lifestyle through walking. If you are regularly walking 20 to 30 minutes per day you will be well on your way to participating in our 1 and 2 boot hikes.

It is very important to realize that challenge hikes are for the physically fit.  In addition to fitness, being familiar with your body at elevation is imperative for a successful outing.   Please have recent successful experiences at 6,000 foot peaks before you attempt 8,000 foot peaks (3 boots).  Please successfully experience 8,000 foot peaks before attempting 10,000 foot peaks (4 boots).   And do not attempt peaks above 12,000 feet (5 boots) without experience on 10,000 foot peaks.  There are physiological realities associated with high adventure.

If you still have questions about which hikes are for you please feel free to take our light hearted self assessment by clicking here  Hiking Self Assessment or pasting this URL into your browser (http://baysideadventuresports.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/08/Hiking-Self-Assessment.doc).

Only you and your physician can determine if you have the required physical fitness for these activities.

• Map time: up to approximately 4 hours
• Altitude gain: less than 1000ft in one day
• Example: Hidden Falls

• Map time: 4-6 hours with day pack/4-5 hours with full overnight pack
• Altitude gain: less than 2000ft in one day (regardless of packsize)
• Mostly moderate slopes with occasional steep areas
• Example: Feather Falls

• Map time: up to 8 hours with day pack / up to 6 hours with full overnight pack
• Elevation 8,000 to 10,000 feet
• Altitude gain: over 2600ft with day pack / over 2000ft with full overnight pack
• May include many long, steep slopes
• Areas with cliffs, river crossings and other hazards may be present
• Fitness required
• Example: Castle Peak

• Map time: over 10 hours
• Elevation 10,000 to 12,000 feet
• Hikers must be experienced and fit
• Examples: Half Dome or Cloud’s Rest (Yosemite)

• Map time: over 10 hours
• Elevation to 13,000 to 14,000 + feet
• Hikers must be experienced and fit
• Mountaineering or rock climbing experience compulsory
• Examples: Mt. Shasta or Mt. Whitney

To learn more about our rating system please click here (hiking_grading).

Peaks of California

By clicking on this link you can download a Microsoft Excel file that lists all of the California Peaks above 3000 feet, sorted into tabs by height.  You can use this to track your personal accomplishments and BAS led accomplishments.

Remember that our rating system is grouped in part by elevation.  Mastery of a lower elevation both in fitness and in altitude will enable you to better prepare for the higher and farther hikes.

Things to Bring on our Hikes

• a good pair of hiking shoes/boots. Comfortable feet make for happy hikers. Please, no flip flops or sandals
• dress in layers. The temperature could vary throughout the day
• baseball cap or floppy hat
• light rain jacket (just in case)
• 2 liters of water per person (minimum)
• snacks (trail mix, power bars, etc)
• something for lunch (PB&J is always a great choice)
• sun block
• daypack for all your stuff
• trekking poles are always recommended, but not required

Downloads

BAS Hiking Release

Coming Soon
We’ll be providing GPS files from our hiking events!

Contacts:

Ramsey Sharif – (916) 705-9808  email  hikingBAS@aol.com

[contact-form]
Half Dome Trip: email Pam Harvey

What a Ride!

Ride the Tour de Tahoe on September 12th with Bayside Pastor and Adventure Sports Leader Greg Weisman and a ton of other Bayside people!  Sponsored by Bike the West (see www.bikethewest.com/tourdetahoe.html), it’s one of the premier rides in the country!  Details how to connect with other Baysiders below.

IMPORTANT!!!
REGISTER THEN RIDE WITH BAYSIDE! Please let us know if you will be riding in the Tour de Blue, and then register for the ride on your own (www. www.bikethewest.com/tourdetahoe.html).  Cost is $100 and includes a shirt and after-ride pool party and dinner at the Horizon Casino.  Baysiders are encouraged to meet up in the Horizon Casino Parking Lot – simply look for the Bayside Adventure Sports sign held up by helium balloons above our meeting location.  We’ll be there from 6-7:30am (ride starts 6:30-7:30am).  Meet with us again there after the ride and we’ll tell you where to find our group at the after ride dinner to celebrate the day!  We are also trying to find a location to spend Saturday night near So. Lake Tahoe for those interested – please email Pam or watch our website for more info on this.  Will you be riding?  Please email Pam Harvey at PamelaH@baysideonline.com  and we’ll keep you updated about who else is riding it and our plans before and after the ride.

Big Blue, as Lake Tahoe is referred to by many — is North America’s Largest Alpine Lake and the Jewel of the High Sierra … and the Reno Tahoe Territory of the Nevada Commission on Tourism and Bike the West invites you to experience the adventure of riding your bicycle around her 72-mile shoreline by participating in the 8th Annual Tour de Tahoe – Bike Big Blue.

Bike the West has been producing America’s Most Beautiful Bike Ride – Lake Tahoe for the past 19 years and has gained a reputation as being one of best Spring rides in the country. It continues to sell out year after year leaving many riders not able to participate. This is your chance to ride around Lake Tahoe at Summer’s end offering fresh mountain air, incredible scenic beauty, great food & entertainment and managed and supported by one of the most experienced bicycle event management teams in the West.

Start – Finish
Horizon Casino ResortTour de Tahoe – Bike Big Blue will Start and Finish at the Lake Tahoe Horizon Casino Resort on Highway 50, Stateline, South Shore Lake Tahoe, Nevada. The Horizon offers 24-hour Nevada-style fun, a variety of restaurants, shops, live entertainment, cabaret, cinema, outdoor hot tubs, swimming pool, free parking and special lodging rates for bike ride participants and guests. Call 1-800-648-3322 for reservations and ask for the Tour de Tahoe rates. Rooms for this event are limited and reservations must be made by August 11, 2010 to take advantage of these special rates.

The 72-mile Tour de Tahoe – Bike Big Blue course circumnavigates the highways clockwise around Lake Tahoe in both Nevada and California. It includes a challenging 800-foot climb to a rest stop overlooking Emerald Bay and a 1,000-foot climb to Spooner Junction. There are also many short rolling ascents and descents totaling over 2,600 vertical feet of elevation gain! The altitude ranges between 6,300 feet and 7,100 feet above sea level and the ride is recommended for conditioned recreational bicyclists, not for beginners. Participants must be at least 14 years of age (no children, please) and must be experienced in riding roadways.

Support
Rest stops with a great selection of food and beverages are offered overlooking Emerald Bay, Homewood Mountain Resort, Kings Beach (Lunch), and Spooner Junction. Drop bags will be provided at the first two rest stops if you chose to discard clothing. First aid and technical support are provided at rest stops and on the course. SAG is also provided but may be subject to delayed returns and final course sweep. Cut-off times are established at various points and at each rest stop where ride organizers reserve the right to ask “behind time” participants to sag forward.

Check In – Bicycle Safety Check
Tahoe Sports Ltd.Tour de Tahoe pre-registered rider check-in will take place from 12 noon until 8:00pm, Saturday, September 11, at TAHOE SPORTS LTD, located in the Village Shopping Center at Highway 50 & Heavenly Village Way, in South Lake Tahoe, two stop lights from the Stateline Casinos on the California side. All participants will be required to sign an accident and release of liability waiver upon check-in.

Pre-registered rider check-in will reopen at 5:30am on Sunday, September 12, at the Horizon Casino Resort, back parking lot. Free parking is available in the back lot of the Horizon. It is recommended to enter the back lot from Lake Parkway Drive.

The roadways around Lake Tahoe are not closed for this event. Please be prepared to share the road with vehicle traffic. To help facilitate spreading out riders, Tour de Tahoe will require all bicycle event participants to ride SINGLE FILE and obey all rules of the road. Participants are required to select, or be assigned a staggered start time. There are four – 15 minute start windows from 6:30am to 7:30am. You must indicate your start time preference on the application.

Horizon’s Outdoor Pool and SpaAll Boat Cruise 35-Mile Fun riders must start from 6:45am to 7:00am and ride 1 mile to Ski Run Marina to board the Tahoe Queen starting at 7:15am. Departure is 8:00am. For friends and family members who pre-purchase the Boat Cruise Non Bicycling option, a complimentary shuttle bus will depart from the start-finish at the Horizon at 7:15am to Ski Run Marina, and will return to the Horizon after the cruise.

REMINDER: Our kayak season is from March to November each year – so mark your calendars to look for scheduled trips on the web site beginning in March 2010!

Come let us sing for joy to the Lord; let us shout aloud to the Rock of our salvation!! Let us come before him with thanksgiving and extol him with music and song. Psalm

BAS Ministry is intended to connect fellow outdoor enthusiasts with Gods great creation and share His word.  You will notice that we have updated our website and will be promoting a system that allows participants to register for monthly trips.  This helps George and I to know how many people plan to paddle so that we can make each trip pleasurable and safe.  Each month we will update the kayaking website with details on the upcoming trips.  Hopefully this will keep everyone informed without sending mass emails that flood your in-boxes!   We are so looking forward to another fabulous year of paddling with friends of the past and new paddlers who want to experience kayaking at another level, God Powered!  Hang on to your hats and hope to see you on the water

Kelly & George Baraga, Kayaking Ministry
Adventure Sports
Bayside Church
gkbaraga@yahoo.com

BAS Kayaking Release

Useful Links

> Adventure Sports Store
> CSUS Aquatic Center
> Paddling Net
> Kayak Online
> Placer Co. Weather

Hey Champion, Warming up properly is crucial. Initially, it can be done by any method that enables the heart to beat faster. One can simply walk and jog, or if cardiovascular equipment is available, utilize machines such as a rowing machine or a bicycle. Start at a gentle pace, and then slowly increase the pace until your heartbeat rate increases and your body temperature rises. It is important to note that the pace should be in accordance to one’s current fitness level—the activity should leave a person energized and not exhausted. After you warm up then stretch your warm muscles.

Show me your ways, O LORD, teach me your paths; guide me in your truth and teach me. Psalms 25:4-5 Show me Teach me Guide me Your ways Your paths Your truth Exercise of the week: Ask the Lord to show, teach and guide you in His ways, paths and truths. I will lead the blind by ways they have not known, along unfamiliar paths I will guide them. Isaiah 42:16 You Are A Champion Coach Don Nava

As a wellness and fitness expert, Don has developed vitality programs for organizations in Europe, Australia and the United States. He has coached professional athletes, executives, homemakers and children and has enabled them to set and achieve fitness and life goals. Don believes that “fitness as usual” does not work for most people and has spent his career fine-tuning his unique approach.

Coach Nava has implemented his brand of high performance servant leadership with such companies as Cisco Systems, NIKE, Silicon Graphics, and AT&T. He is the author of Fit After 40, a literary embodiment of how to live The Totally Fit Life, which was published by Thomas Nelson.

Coach Nava developed The Totally Fit Life program after years of research, study, and observation about the underlying psychological and emotional qualities that create successful and sustainable results. Coach Nava believes that long-term fitness success can be achieved by peer accountability rather than individual performance.

Coach Nava currently lives in Roseville, California and has been married to his wife Becky for 28 years and they have three grown children. He founded and currently manages The Totally Fit Life and Totally Fit Life Ministries.  Don will be offering free “Prepare For Adventure” seminars for Bayside Adventure Sports members that will cover nutritional and fitness training suggestions to aid those who want to add more adventure into their lives. Check the calendar for upcoming dates.

Click here for a free preview:  chapter eight of Dan’s excellent book, Fit After 40.

DOVE HUNT-TRAP SHOOT – Wednesday, September 1, 2010

Hunting season is finally here, less than two weeks away! Let’s kick it off with a Bang!   Opening Morning Dove Hunt followed by Trap Shooting & Lunch.

When: Wednesday September 1st Arrive: 5am – Coffee & Donuts Shoot Time: 6:05am Trap Shoot: 10am (Or when the birds stop flying…) Lunch at Noon

Where:
3825 Howsley Road Pleasant Grove, 95668

Cost: $15 per shooter – payable at event. Current BAS membership is required.  See the membership page at www.BaysideAdventureSports.com for benefits and to join.  Liability release available at http://baysideadventuresports.com/?cat=10

Please RSVP at http://dovehuntsept2010.eventbrite.com/
The location is only about 15 minutes from Roseville, the easiest way is to go north on Fiddyment until the dump and go left on Sunset west Blvd which then will turn into Howsley before you get to Pleasant Grove. The dirt road turn will be to the left. Look for the BAS sign on the road… Please keep my cell phone number with you for last minute directions or details… (Please mapquest first)   I look forward to a great start to the season!

Bryan DeVorss
Cell: 916-276-1214
devorssb@yahoo.com

Hunting trip to Canada!

ATTENTION Wingshooters, Waterfowlers and anyone who dreams of Canadian Geese and Mallards locked up, feet down, coming into the decoys…

The Hunting Division of Bayside Adventure Sports is coordinating a trip to experience the most exciting waterfowl hunting in the world!

Alberta Canada is a meca for hundreds of thousands of staging birds during September and October before they begin their long migration south. Although the hunt is not until October, the time is now to reserve your spot as they are limited and come down to meet the Host, Kingwest Outfitters while they are at the International Sportsmen’s Exposition this week. The ISE show is at CalExpo from Thursday through Sunday of this week.

We thought since we did not have a duck club this season and we are unsure about next, this would be a great time to have a group hunt that would make memories for the rest of out lives! We have also arranged an exclusive discount for Bayside Adventure Sports members who would like to participate in this hunt!  (Current membership is required – to join or renew, see the membership page at www.BaysideAdventureSports.com)

Hunt Details:

October 6-9th 2010

Five hunts, starting the morning after arrival day. Edmonton airport pickup and return, if required. Excellent Meals, starting with supper on arrival day. First Class Accommodations. Ground transportation. Acquisition of required licenses.

Visit: www.kingwestoutfitters.com

For further questions, pricing and details contact:

Bryan DeVorss

devorssb@yahoo.com

(916) 276-1214

Duck & Geese Hunting

Fish & Game Video Now Here!

Click here to view a Windows Media Player streaming video with pictures and video from various Fish & Game division outings in 2005. Set to music, this video shows slides and video from events such as Family Fishing Day, building the pheasant pens, and hunting. (25 Mb wmv video) – don’t try this on a low bandwidth dial-up connection!

Hunting Calendar

• Oct 6-9, 2010 – Waterfowl hunt, Canada
• Fall/Winter 2010-2011 – Pheasant Hunt (details coming soon!)

2010 BAS Trap Shoot Release_062610 (click to download)

BAS membership is required for all our events.  Membership helps us keep most of our events free or low cost.  For benefits and to join, see the membership page at www.BaysideAdventureSports.com.  Membership questions or to request a three month trial membership contact Pam Harvey at PamelaH@Baysideonline.com

Fish & Game Operations Documents

Click here to view the BAS Fish & Game Division’s operational statement, mission statement, core beliefs, by-laws, and goals (MSWord, 41Kb).

Contact:

Mark Weber – (916) 677-6321
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Useful Links

> Placer Co. Weather
> Nor Cal Duck Clubs
> California Waterfowl Assoc.
> Ducks Unlimited
> Adventure Sports Store
> Mountain Lion Info

I was raised in very strict Christian family, which defined one’s faith by how many church events or sermons one attends. Most of my life, I struggled to find the balance time between God and Nature. As my personal relationship with God has grown with my age, I find myself much more in tune with my Savior when I’m surrounded by his creations. Nature has given so much insight on How GOD works in my life and in my heart. On weekends when I can just get away to mountains or deep in the bottom of ocean, that’s when I feel like I’m inside of God’s belly, having straight one-on-one intimacy with his Grace and feel the splendor of His Love for me.

Now, BAS has channeled my faith and spirit to share this experience with others in a fantastic way, to bring together everyone close to God, as one, in nature.

I want to grow and learn with fellow nature lovers, HOW POWERFUL and MIGHTY our GOD is, in our walk with him to the path to heaven by Hike, Kayak, Snowshoe, Swim, Camp, Scuba Dive, Sail…. or just meet and sharing our crosses with each other.

In my many travel experience, I’ve always find that no matter how different our cultures, races, religions are… we can all come together on common ground in love of nature…..that’s great place to start our journey to it’s source, Our ONE GOD the Creator.

Thank you for offering me the opportunity to join this great leadership vision of reaching people with sports. I’m not much of an experienced leader, but I am honored to be part of BAS.

- Nanhee Kim