Monthly Archives: June 2011

Upper Santa Ynez Camp Vandalism

Posted on June 30, 2011 by Jack Elliott

I spent this last Tuesday in the upper Santa Ynez drainage after hiking in late Monday afternoon and staying the night. I woke at 5:15, broke camp, brewed a tall cup of coffee and chomped down some homemade cake with … Continue reading →

Posted in Santa Barbara | Tagged Tales | 1 Comment

Bedrock Mortar On Munson Creek, Pine Mountain

Posted on June 26, 2011 by Jack Elliott

I intended to hike up the canyon to Munson Spring, but a rather dense bramble of wild rose eventually forced me to turn around. My thin nylon hiking pants were no match for all the tiny thorns and my legs … Continue reading →

Posted in Ventura County | Tagged Caves, Mortar, Munson Creek, Pine Mountain, Rocks, Tales | 4 Comments

Old Cold Spring Tunnel (1897)

Posted on June 24, 2011 by Jack Elliott

“With continuous boring, this tunnel developed sufficient water by 1897 to warrant a supply main from the tunnel to the city. Civic leaders found the pulse of industry quickening in ratio to the increased water supply.” –Santa Barbara: A Guide … Continue reading →

Posted in History | Tagged Cold Springs Canyon, History, Montecito, Santa Barbara | 7 Comments

Golden Eagle

Posted on June 23, 2011 by Jack Elliott

Posted in San Luis Obispo | Tagged Golden Eagle, Snapshots | 2 Comments

The Sarsaparilla Drifter

Posted on June 21, 2011 by Jack Elliott

The bat-winged double doors flew open smacking the saloon’s walls with an emphatic clap. He stood there, a bulky figure, face obscured in shadow, the dim sooty flutter of tallow candles warping his features into a caricature. His flat brimmed … Continue reading →