The Huckleberry Garden May Faire is this Sunday, May 5 from 10:30 to 12:30 behind the cowgirl creamery in Point Reyes. Always a good time.

Apparently there was a high speed chase on Sir Francis Drake on Thursday night that ended up with a car down in the water near the inkwells. Does anyone know any other details?

"On Saturday, May 4, Marin County residents will be able to bring their household hazardous waste (HHW) to the Pt. Reyes Toxic Away Day for safe and free disposal. The event will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. next to the Pt. Reyes Fire Station at 4th and B Streets in Pt. Reyes Station.

Appointments are required for residents who wish to participate in the event (but people will not be turned away if they do not have one). Examples of HHW that will be collected include old computer monitors, household batteries, paints, stains, thinners, fertilizers, pesticides, adhesives, gas, motor oil, antifreeze, pool chemicals, and household cleaners. No waste from businesses will be accepted.

Residents can bring a total of 15 gallons of liquid waste or 125 pounds of dry waste.

To schedule an appointment, call 1-800-207-8222 and press 204; or, alternatively, call 1-916-351-0456 and press 204. Space is limited to a 60-car maximum.

For additional information about the event, please contact David Catalinotto with the San Rafael Fire Department at 415-485-3309."

"Please Join Us tonight for a Courageous Conversation at Tomales High School. "” with Faaiuga Van Der Ryn and 9 others." - MH

Via PRNPS: "On April 22, an off leash dog killed a Guadalupe fur seal (a threatened species) on North Beach. This took place in a snowy plover nesting area where dogs are not allowed. This is an unfortunate reminder that dogs MUST be on leash in designated dog areas. We thank the visitor for reporting the incident and @TMMC for responding to the report of the attacked animal and conducting the necropsy. We want visitors to experience the beauty of Point Reyes, but ask everyone to please follow the rules to have an enjoyable and safe experience & help us protect the wildlife. If you see a violation happening in the park, please find a park ranger or contact 415-464-5100."

2 DOGS MISSING - PT REYES NATIONAL SEASHORE

1 BLACK AND TAN FEMALE HOUND
NAME - SASHA

1 WALKER FEMALE HOUND
NAME - STORM

The pair went missing this morning around 10AM at the Historic E Ranch - 21000 Sir Francis Drake Boulevard Point Reyes, CA

Sasha (the Black and Tan) has a bright orange tag on her collar with owner Info. The two should be seen together.

They are our beloved pets so if you see them or know anyone who has, PLEASE call:

William at 707-779-9947
OR
Laura at 415-669-1354
OR
Lianne at 415-328-5335

From SFGate: "Christina Milne was driving along a road near the Nicasio Reservoir in West Marin Thursday when she saw a pickup truck pulled over with its flashers on, the driver waving for help. She pulled over and discovered the man had struck and killed a mother deer by mistake, only to discover her two newborn babies by the side of the road, still alive. The two fawns had been born so recently their umbilical cords were still wet, according to wildlife rescue organization WildCare. The fawns were taken to WildCare's wildlife hospital in San Rafael and given a full body exam, fluids, and blankets, to counteract shock. WildCare asks that people take care while driving and alert their hotline at 415-456-7283 should you see injured wildlife or potentially orphaned baby animals around the Bay Area." FULL STORY: https://www.sfgate.com/outdoor...

If you ever wanted to live in a glass house, now is your chance. http://real-estate.coastalmari...

"Get ready for warmer temperatures. A strong warming trend is expected during the first half of the work week. Temperatures are forecast to reach their peak at the coast and in the coastal valleys on Tuesday, and in the interior valleys on Wednesday." - NWS

Anyone know what the circling helicopter over Tomales Bay was about today?

Another water rescue today. Sounds like they found everybody. The wind is supposed to be very strong all day. People should not be on Tomales Bay today unless you know what you're doing and have your life jackets on.

"The Waldos were supposed to meet up at 4:20pm to go find an abandoned pot patch by the Point Reyes Coast Guard Station." Or so the story goes that gets retold every year. Local favorites The Haggards are playing The Western tonight at 8:30pm on 4/20. Always a good time.

You are warmly invited to this unforgettable evening of film plus live storytelling with the great folk tale artist Ane Carla Rovetta and other special guests, followed by a conversation with the filmmakers - myself and local underwater legend Ron Elliott. This event also features a pop-up store of sustainable beach goods by Marlin Ray.

Profits from this event will benefit a couple of awesome local West Marin nonprofits!

* Tickets are $10 - get them here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/n...

Tickets will also be for sale at the door.

When:
Doors open 6:30pm. Showtime 7pm.
Friday, April 19, 2019

Where:
The Dance Palace
503 B Street, Point Reyes Station, California 94956

Photo of the accident on Point Reyes/Petaluma Rd. and Novato Blvd. Sounds like everyone is ok. This is a very dangerous intersection, please be safe out there. (thx AR)

There is an accident on the Point Reyes/Petaluma Road at Novato Blvd. involving a tractor trailer. Lanes are blocked. No word on injuries, but probably best to avoid the area for now.

"Be ready on June 9th for the 25th annual Recycle Circus. Wow! has it been that many years. Holy smokes. This will be the same event but in June. It will be as wonderful as ever. We ask that you come even more organized and prepared to share your quality, clean and reusable materials with your neighbors and friends from West Marin. Please call 415-446-8587 for information. Madeline"

"Fire units are responding to a structure fire on Kehoe Way in Inverness. Motorists should stay clear of the area to avoid blocking emergency vehicles." - via KWMR

"Power's out in Lagunitas/Forest Knolls, 95 affected" (thx CW)

"No more moo? It seems ages since I've heard the noon rooster/cow from The Western, the sound that famously scared Prince Charles' security detail. What's up with that? I'm willing to help fund the repair of this Point Reyes tradition." - via Richard Dillman

Sounds like the gas station pumps in Point Reyes aren't working right now. Hopefully fixed soon, but plan accordingly. If they come back online, let me know.

That time of year. "We have a swarm of bees happening in a high shrub in the corner of our yard. Any expert bee-keepers out there who would like to attempt a removal? Anyone with suggestions as to who to call?-- please email me as i dont check this often enough. wenpaints@gmail.com. Thanks!"

Two boats flipped over in Tomales Bay this afternoon and five people had to be rescued. It sounded like they may have found all five. Huge thank you to the rescue teams.

A water rescue under way on Tomales Bay by Miller Park. Helicopters and jet skis involved.

Helicoptering circling was providing light for rescue crews working on a car that rolled over by Miwok Way near Ottingers Hill on SFD. Hopefully everyone ok.

Not sure what the helicopter is doing circling over Inverness with the light on, trying to figure out. Anyone know?

"Marin County Fire is reporting that one person has died at Tomales Bay near Clam Island this afternoon around 1 p.m. following a water rescue near Lawson's Landing that involved two helicopters. Another person who was rescued was treated at the scene and released." TWMF was out of town today but we heard it was extreme winds on the bay? Did anyone see the rescue operation? Our hearts go out to the family and friends, this has been a very difficult few weeks in West Marin. LINK: https://www.marinij.com/2019/0...

Not sure what happened here but it ended in the ditch on Levee Rd in Point Reyes. Looks like everyone was ok, please drive safe.

From the bird list. Didn't realize we had black vultures too. "Today at 11:20 AM while in Point Reyes Station we observed a black vulture being harassed by a red-shouldered hawk while in a kettle with several turkey vultures. It circled for a minute or so before peeling off to the south." The difference: https://centerofthewest.org/20...

Visitors to West Marin often think they've seen a mountain lion when its actually a bobcat. This video shows the difference. Hopefully people are clear on what a bear looks like. (video via Aududon Canyon Ranch, shot in the Mayacamas Mountains)

Two men have died in unrelated crashes in less than two weeks on Mt. Tamalpais. The victims died at the same curve along Ridgecrest Boulevard, says CHPMarin. One of the men was from Inverness. Our hearts go out to all of the family and friends. Please be safe out there.

"Tucker" was found wandering around Vie de la Vista in Inverness. No address on his tag. If you know who's dog this is, please let me know or leave a comment, thanks.

"Model trends over the past several days have scaled back on rain amounts for Friday. With that said, though, expect light to moderate rain, particularly during the morning hours, with lingering rain showers into the afternoon."

The Point Reyes National Seashore announced this weekend that the new Point Reyes lighthouse restoration will include a Shake Shack restaurant. In an effort to expand revenue streams for the park and provide more food options for visitors, the park cut a deal with the extremely popular fast food company after months of negotiations. The location will be down at the point right next to the lighthouse and will become the crown jewel of the Shake Shack westward expansion.

"We couldn't be more pleased," announced a park spokesperson, "the lighthouse is the most visited spot in the park and now we've teamed up with one of the most popular food establishments in the country. Imagine how incredible it will be to hike down the stairs to our newly renovated lighthouse and be able to enjoy an amazing chocolate shake and a tasty hamburger with one of the greatest views in the world."

The menu at the Shake Shack will be very similar to other locations around the country, including the newly opened location in Larkspur. Because of the uniqueness of this location, there will however be daily specials suited to the region like deep fried oysters, organic elephant seal shakes and free range elk burgers, all locally sourced. "We're still working out the details," the park spokesperson said, "but once we get it all sorted, it will be a big win win for everyone."

Access from parking lot to the observation deck and the Shake Shack will be ready by late May/early June.

(Rendering of the new Shake Shack provided by the architects of record, April One)

Anybody hear the three fighter jets that just went over? Tomcats? Holy crap that was loud.

Not to get ahead of ourselves, but early weather models show the chance of another "atmospheric river" event late next week (April 5/6). So start thinking about prepping now. Clean the gutters (again). Sign up for Nixle alerts. Get some food and candles stored away. Just in case.

The recent car fire in Inverness on Ottinger's Hill on SFD was not an accident it turns out. If you are having suicidal thoughts, there is always someone willing to talk at 1-800-273-8255.

"After talking with the driver, however, deputies learned he was recently unemployed and "trying to navigate a rough patch in his life. His vehicle catching fire was no accident, but rather an attempt to take his own life," deputies said.

FULL STORY: https://patch.com/california/s...

"The usual recycle circus Sunday fell on Easter this year, so it is postponed (lest the Easter bunny loses too many eggs in the ruckus) until June 9th." (Thx RD)

A great story.

"Old sign at south end of town and newish sign coming in from the north" (thx JS)

"Multi car accident on SFD near inkwells can't get passed for at least another hour."

Update: tree down, being removed now - Delay on Sir Francis Drake Boulevard north heading into Inverness "downtown" (post office, etc.) Anyone know what's going on?

Surreal sunset pic from the green bridge in Point Reyes last night by Mari Breitenbach. #sunset #theshire

The Henry One helicopter just picked up a medical emergency in Inverness. Hopefully everyone ok.

Some smokey haze in the air from a barn fire at the Giacomini Ranch late last night. Apparently you could see the flames from across the bay. Thanks to local firefighters for handling everything last yesterday! (Thx BE)

I'm not exactly sure what happened here, but it wasn't good. The aftermath of the car fire from last night in Point Reyes. Looks like the engine exploded and blew the hood off?

Car accident with car fire blocking lanes on Sir Francis Drake on Ottingers Hill. Hopeful everyone ok, they say one lane should be open soon.

"Robert Mueller submitted his report wearing a hat familiar to modern architecture fans. The Sea Ranch logo."

"ªUpdate; Pg&E said power out at 7:30 for an hour."¬

"PG&E has advised that there will be a short power interruption between 3pm and 4pm affecting customers in Inverness as they switch power back to the Olema substation from the generator in Inverness."

Hand Habits: Alex Bleeker and Friends
DJ Eric Johnston
COCKTAILS by CC CAFE
Date: Friday, March 22, 2019 - 7:00pm to 10:30pm
Location: Bolinas Community Center

$15 presale - $20 at the door
Tickets: https://bit.ly/2CUcnY0
Media Sponsor KWMR - West Marin Community Radio

Super moon tonight, who got a good picture of it? This is the best I could do.

This happened a week ago Inverness. "A bobcat just climbed up to our neighborhood osprey nest (they come every year to the same spot) and killed the female who has been sitting on the nest for the last couple of weeks. Heartbreaking. Honestly, I love bobcats, but I also love our ospreys and was looking forward to the new brood." Apparently it was the female osprey in the nest while the male was gone. The bobcat snuck up on her. Story and photo by Raven Gray.

When you put spot ruined by the Internet on the Internet.

"Smoke is visible from Stinson Beach and Bolinas from a controlled burn."

High pressure system brings a sublime start to the day in West Marin.

Power back on in Point Reyes and Inverness. The tree is cleared from the power station in Olema and there are some very large generators in Inverness. Are those powering Inverness right now...

Sounds like power on in parts of Point Reyes but not Inverness.

Palace Market is also open today, the Bovine is not.

Inverness Park Market is open today but is only accepting cash.

Sounds like PG&E is trying get the breakers that tripped back up and are bringing in some huge generators to try and restore some partial power tonight. But power will probably be up and down for at least the next 24 hours depending on the load. So prepare accordingly. (Thx RJ)

3,000 customers affected by power outage in Point Reyes and Inverness. Estimated time for restoration is 9:30pm according to @PGE4Me

Tree fell on Olema power station, getting reports of power outages through Inverness. (Thx BE and MM)

Single vehicle car accident at SFD and Bear Valley Rd. Proceed with caution, CHP on the scene. (Thx WS)

Crazy story: "Investigators now believe several hundred thousands plants (native succulents called Dudleya farinosa) worth tens of millions of dollars on the Asian black market have been torn illegally from bluffs along the Northern California coast over the past several years, in some cases stripping whole areas of the plant species, said Adrian Foss, a captain with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife." LINK: https://www.pressdemocrat.com/...

Via Point Reyes NPS. Photo of a huge slide on Drakes Beach. Looks like it's down towards the rookery?

Sounds like they're filming something at the Nicasio Reservoir. Subaru commercial?

Anyone know what kind of gun this was? Via the PRNPS, "Park Rangers need your help! If you visit the park, you may have noticed the new message boards placed around the park. Unfortunately, the one located at Pierce Point Rd and Sir Francis Drake was vandalized by gunfire late last week. The vandalism occurred in the overnight hours of 2/28. Park Rangers are asking anyone with information regarding this illegal act to send us a direct message, or contact Point Reyes National Seashore Dispatch at (415) 464-5170. Thank you to all who help us protect Point Reyes and report incidents they see throughout the park. (mh)"

A TWMF reporter just made it through where they're cleaning up the slide on Sir Francis Drake at Samuel P Taylor and said they now have one lane open.

"Sir Francis Drake Blvd is closed between Platform Bridge Rd and the entrance to Samual P Taylor State Park due to a large tree down. Marin County Fire Department crews are working to cut up the tree but it will likely take at least an hour. Use alternate routes. Update: @marin county department Marin County Public Works is on scene and estimating the road will be closed until 10AM. Use an alternate route." - CHPMarin (thx LP and BE)

Be safe, make good choices. "Shoreline Highway just south of Tomales at 7:30am. Bring a kayak." (Thx CG)

"Tree down blocking both lanes at 1500 Nicasio Valley Road. Hopefully open around 8:00am but no guarantees!" (Thx RMB)

More road wash out in the park. A second stop sign is set up on Sir Francis Drake in Point Reyes by Mt Vision road. (Thx AN)