Saturday, November 5

Stream Team
Come out to the Stream Team this Saturday at 9 a.m. Be a part of water quality testing in the Ventura County area. The testing will later yield results to be released to the public. Pizza and drinks are provided afterwards. The group meets at 239 West Main Street in Ventura (across from Patagonia). For more information, contact Paul Jenkin at paul@matilija-coalition.org.

Walk for Life
Participate in the aids benefit, Walk for Life. The walk begins at 9 a.m. at Santa Rosa Park, San Luis Obispo. Contact the Aids Support Network at 781-3660 to sign up.

Surfrider Foundation Conference
Calling all California Surfrider Foundation members, one and all. Every last one of you are welcome to attend the Surfrider Foundation's California Conference going down in Seaside on November 5th -6th. Learn how to become a more effective activist, rub elbows with other wave savers, and find out what the other chapters in the state are up to.

Coastal Guide Book Debut
The first volume of the California Coastal Commission’s series of coastal guide books will be available today. Each volume is devoted to a portion of the coast and includes a comprehensive list of more than 300 beaches and parks on or near the coast. It features 49 detailed maps, information on hostels, 300 full–color photographs and lots more. To order, visit www.coastal.ca.gov.

Sunday November 6, 2005
Yoga Hike
The Yoga Hike takes place three Sundays a month and entails hiking different trails, and practicing yoga at various scenic points along the trail. The experience also entails lessons on yoga philosophies. Meet at the Bank of America parking lot at 3790 State St., Santa Barbara at 10 a.m. Visit http://groups.msn.com/DewdropYoga for more information and more class times.

Saturday, November 12

Geology Walk
Join a local geologist for a walk along the beach below the Douglas family Preserve to look for faults and fossils. This free event is great for the entire family. Meet at the Watershed Resource Center, 2981 Cliff Dr. (at Hendry’s Beach) at noon. Email kdeluw@cecmail.org for more information.

Monday, November 14

2005 Surfer Poll on TV
Fuel TV will feature this year’s Surfer Poll and Video Awards at 9:30 pm. Tune into www.FUEL.tv for additional airdates, times, video clips and more.

Saturday, November 19

Gaviota Coast Geology Walk
Come out for a geology walk along the Gaviota Coast. Meet in front of the state park campground store at 1:30 p.m. Bring a hat, water, jacket, and old shoes. This event is free to CEC members, $20 for non-members. Advanced registration is required. Call 693-5683.

Sunday, November 20

Ventura Surf Club Luau
It’s Luau Time at the Ventura Surf Club! This celebratory 2005 end of the year luau promises lots of fun with dinner, music, raffles, slideshow, award presentations, and more. Bring your cash/checkbook for some great raffle prizes; they will be raffling of 2 surfboards and assorted surf items. The event will take place from 3–8 p.m. at the Poinsettia Pavillion at 3451 Foothill Rd. Please turn in your form and payment no later than Friday, November 11th. Visit www.venturasurfclub.org for the form and more information.

Monday, November 28

O’Neill Coldwater Classic on TV
Watch Fuel TV tonight to watch Northern California’s premier surfing event, the O’Neill Coldwater Classic. Visit www.FUEL.tv for additional airdates and times.