Author Archives: Jack Elliott

Goleta at Dusk From the Mountain

Posted on January 19, 2012 by Jack Elliott

A sunset view overlooking Goleta from Gibraltar Road atop the Santa Ynez Mountains.

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Lizard’s Mouth, Santa Ynez Mountains

Posted on January 15, 2012 by Jack Elliott

Looking up at the sandstone formation known as “Lizard’s Mouth.” The bottom underside of the Lizard’s Mouth formation beneath the mouth shown in the previous photo. Looking eastward toward Santa Barbara. Looking over Old Town Goleta, Goleta Beach and the … Continue reading →

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Goddard Campground: The Lost Jewel of West Camino Cielo

Posted on January 13, 2012 by Jack Elliott

According to the old man, there was once a drive-up campground along the crest of West Camino Cielo, south of the road, called Goddard. Today a few rusty barriers and signs testify to the fact that there was indeed something … Continue reading →

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Gaviota Wind Caves

Posted on January 11, 2012 by Jack Elliott

The three red arrows note the location of the caves shown below. The person seen here is sitting in the cave noted by the red arrow on the upper right of the previous photo. It is actually a hole through … Continue reading →

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Condor in a Cage

Posted on January 9, 2012 by Jack Elliott

A California condor at the Santa Barbara Zoo. The California condor species had endured the elements and rigors of life in nature’s arena of competition and thrived for some 11,000 years. By 1982, due to a variety of human caused … Continue reading →

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