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2017
Family Law Conference
March 2‐3, 2017
Tri‐County Fairgrounds
Bishop, California
Sponsored By
2017 Family Law Conference Presented by the Family Law Section
Attorney Track Combined Paralegal Track Wednesday, March 1
12:30 p.m. – 4 p.m. REGISTRATION
Charles Brown Auditorium
9 p.m. – 10:30 p.m. BOWLING
The Back Alley Bowl and Grill
Thursday, March 2
7 a.m. – 5 p.m. REGISTRATION AND EXHIBITS
Charles Brown Auditorium
7 a.m. – 8 a.m. BREAKFAST
Lyons Club @ outside auditorium
8 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. FAMILY LAW BASICS (part 1)
Melissa Exline, J.D., Jason Naimi, J.D., Hon. Charles Hoskin, Hon. Chuck Weller
Tallman Pavilion
LAW PRACTICE
MANAGEMENT (part 1) Patrick A. Wilson, J.D., Atticus Charles Brown Auditorium
9:30 a.m. – 11 a.m. PATHOGENIC PARENTING
AND REUNIFICATION: A TWO‐PART PUZZLE WITH
SOLUTIONS Stanley Clawar, Ph.D., C.C.S., Professor and Chair of the
Clinical Sociology Department; Director of
Graduate Studies in Forensic Sociology/Criminology at Rosemont College and Bryn
Mawr P.A. Charles Brown Auditorium
11 a.m. – 12 p.m. CASE LAW AND LEGISLATIVE
UPDATE Kimberly Surratt, J.D., Nevada Supreme Court, Nevada Court
of Appeals Charles Brown Auditorium
12 p.m. – 12:15 p.m. SECTION MEETING
Charles Brown Auditorium
12:15 p.m. – 1 p.m. LUNCH
Charles Brown Auditorium
1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. TRANSGENDER AND CHILD
CUSTODY ISSUES Shannon Price Minter, J.D., Legal Director, National Center for Lesbian Rights Charles Brown Auditorium
2:30 p.m. – 2:45 p.m. BREAK 2:45 p.m. – 3:45 p.m. SPEAKING THE LANGUAGE OF
GAMBLING: PSYCHOLOGICAL AND LEGAL
Dayvid Figler and Denise F. Quirk
Charles Brown Auditorium
THE INS AND OUTS OF FOREIGN SUBPOENAS James Barnes
Tallman Pavilion
3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. JUDGES’ PANEL
Charles Brown Auditorium
4:45 p.m. – 5 p.m. BREAK 5 p.m. – 6 p.m. DOMESTIC TORT CASES
TODAY: THEORIES AND PRACTICES
John F. “Bo” Nichols, J.D., Shareholder, Koons Fuller and
Charles Fox Miller, J.D., Administrative Partner, Boies,
Schiller & Flexner, LLP Charles Brown Auditorium
6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. COCKTAIL PARTY Tallman Pavilion
7:30 p.m. – 11 p.m. BANQUET Charles Brown Auditorium
Friday, March 3
7 a.m. – 3 p.m. REGISTRATION AND EXHIBITS
Charles Brown Auditorium
7 a.m. – 8 a.m. BREAKFAST
Lyons Club @ outside auditorium
8 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. FAMILY LAW BASICS (part 2)
Melissa Exline, J.D., Jason Naimi, J.D., Hon. Charles Hoskin, Hon. Chuck Weller
Tallman Pavilion
MEDIATION David Horowitz, Esq.
Home Economics Building
LAW PRACTICE
MANAGEMENT (part 2) Patrick A. Wilson, J.D., Atticus Charles Brown Auditorium
9:30 a.m. – 11 a.m. TOP TEN TAX TIPS FOR
MAKING DIVORCE LESS TAXING
Justin T. Miller, J.D., LL.M., TEP, CFP, National Wealth Strategist at BNY Mellon Wealth Management
Charles Brown Auditorium
SPECIAL ISSUES WITH DOMESTIC VIOLENCE CLIENTS Renee Kelly, Nevada
Legal Services Tallman Pavilion
11 a.m. – 12 p.m. DEPOSING EXPERT
WITNESSES
Mario Ventrelli, J.D., Ventrelli Simon, LLC
Charles Brown Auditorium 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. LUNCH BREAK AND
FREE TIME Have Fun Exploring
Bishop!
12 p.m. – 1 p.m. LUNCH
1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. BUSINESS VALUATION ISSUES Joseph L. Leauanae, CPA, CITP, CFF, CFE, ABV, ASA,
Anthem Forensics and Jeffrey Nash, ASA, CFE, Western
Valuation Advisors Charles Brown Auditorium
LAW CLERK PANEL Tallman Pavilion
2:30 p.m. – 2:45 p.m. BREAK 2:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. IMPLICIT BIAS: AN
INTERACTIVE CONVERSATION Michael Roosevelt, J.D., Senior Analyst, Judicial Council of California
Charles Brown Auditorium
4:45 p.m. – 7 p.m. DINNER WITH BEER AND
SODA TASTING with Indian Wells Brewing
Company Food Alley
REGISTRATION Online registration is available at www.nvbar.org/cle/liveseminars. Payment online can be made by credit card. For payment by check or for general assistance, call 702‐382‐2200 and speak with someone in the CLE department. Early Bird thru Jan. 31 Regular 2/1 – 2/14 Late 2/15 – 3/3
Family Law Section Member $385 $405 $460
Standard (Non‐Section Member) $405 $425 $460
Judge/ New Lawyer (≤ 5 yrs)/ Non‐Attorney Professional
$325 $345 $460
Paralegal/Assistant $225 $245 $360
Guest (no CLE) $200 $200 $250
Pro Bono Organization Employee 1st Person Free, $200 for each additional representative
Justice/Appeals Judge/Hearing Master/Law Clerk
No Charge
Family Law Basics $99
Attorneys, Judges, Legal Assistants and others in the legal field may not register as guests. Registration includes breakfast, lunch, snack breaks and banquet. Except for guests, registration includes CLE.
TRI‐COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS 1234 Sierra Street, Bishop, CA 93514 Ph: 760.873.3588
Images of the street entrance to the fairgrounds, parking lot and entrance booth.
Fairgrounds map.
WIFI A special thank you to Our Family Wizard for sponsoring connectivity at this year’s conference!
Network = OurFamilyWizard Password = OurFamilyWizard
LODGING There are several hotels and motels in Bishop. The list below features just a few options. For more, please conduct an internet search or visit bishopvisitor.com. Due to the popularity of the conference it is highly recommend to reserve your hotel room as soon as possible.
Best Western Bishop Lodge — bestwesternbishop.com
La Quinta Inn — laquintabishopmammothlakes.com
Travelodge — 760.872.4541 wyndhamhotels.com/travelodge
Vagabond Inn — 800.522.1555 / 760.873.6351 vagabondinn.com
Holiday Inn Express and Suites — 888.HOLIDAY / 760.872.2423 ihg.com/holidayinnexpress
Bishop RV Park – 760.920.1513 tricountyfair.com
ACTIVITIES There are many adventures and activities to keep one busy in the Bishop and Mammoth area. Check out the maps toward the end of this brochure. Additionally, the Family Law Section has worked with a couple of local companies to offer discounted activities to conference attendees.
Skiing — discounted lift tickets are available for Mammoth Mountain Ski Area from March 4 ‐ 11, 2017.
To purchase tickets, call 1‐800‐626‐6684 by Saturday, February 25, 2017. Reference State Bar of Nevada or booking ID 23480 to receive the discounted rates. Adults: 2 of 4 day lift ticket $165, 3 of 5 day lift ticket $227, 4 of 6 day lift ticket $289 and 5 of 7 day lift ticket $304. Youth, child and senior rates also available.
Golf — receive $10 off 18‐hole with cart green fee at the Bishop Country Club. Reference the Family Law
Conference to get the savings.
RESOURCES Bishop online — cityofbishop.com and bishopvisitor.com
Tri‐County Fairgrounds — tricountyfair.com or 760‐873‐3588
Enclosed “treasure” and “winter adventure” maps
QUESTIONS Contact the State Bar of Nevada CLE department [email protected] 702.382.2200
©2013 Bishop Area Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau / Design, illustration and cartography by Laura Patterson Design 760-934-7609 / All rights reserved
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BUTTERMILK COUNTRY This rising upland of meadows and boulder fields lies beneath
Mount Tom and Basin Mountain. Named for the dairy farms that once drew stagecoach travelers for a refreshing drink of buttermilk, this area is now famous for exploring and climbing the weathered granite rock forma-tions and giant, solitary boulders. From Bishop, drive west on Line Street (HWY 168) for about seven miles, then turn right onto Buttermilk Road (well graded dirt road). You can stop anywhere along the way, but the largest boulders are about three miles from the Buttermilk Road entrance.
BISHOP CREEK CANYONFrom downtown Bishop, follow Line Street (HWY 168) west
about 15 miles. You will climb into the mountains from the valley floor to elevations over 9,000 feet on a well maintained highway. In summer months, locals and visitors enjoy trout fishing, camping, hiking, horse-back riding, and just relaxing in the cool mountain air. Popular locations include South Lake, North Lake, Lake Sabrina, the historic Rainbow Pack Station and Cardinal Gold Mine. The canyon is a real find in autumn, with blazing colors igniting the landscape. There are dozens of USFS campsites and great picnic locations. Several resorts including Parchers, Bishop Creek Lodge, Creekside RV, Cardinal Village and Aspendell Cabins offer cabin rentals, camping, dining and general stores to stock up. Boat rentals are available at South Lake Boat Landing and Lake Sabrina Boat Landing.
BIG PINE CANYON High above Big Pine Creek is the Palisade Glacier, the south-
ernmost permanent glacier in North America. It is visible from Glacier Lodge trailhead; however it is only accessible by foot and horseback. Big Pine Canyon is popular spring through fall and recreational opportunities include camping, fishing, hiking, photography, horseback riding, bird watching, and wildlife viewing.
HISTORIC MOUNT WHITNEYFISH HATCHERY
A structural marvel built to “match the mountains, last forever, and be a showplace for all time,” this 1917 hatchery is a beautiful and unique building with hand-laid stone walls and hand-hewn timbers. The shady grounds and main pond are excellent for relaxing, picnicking and fish viewing. Kids of all ages love to get trout food from the coin operated dispenser and watch the feeding frenzy! There is a nice gift shop and displays featuring many species of Eastern Sierra Wildlife. Volunteers have done much to restore the facility following devastation by fire and flood several years ago. Volunteers now serve as caretakers and give tours inside the hatchery. Access is just off HWY 395 about two miles north of Independence. Open year round. Grounds open daily. Gift Shop and hatchery tours Thursday through Monday (summer) and Friday through Sunday (winter).
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MANZANAR NATIONALHISTORIC SITE
Manzanar War Relocation Center was one of ten camps where Japanese American Citizens were interned during World War II. Approximately 10,000 people lived here from 1942-1945. Today, the Manzanar Interpretive Center features extensive exhibits, a scale model of the camp and an award-winning documentary film shown every 30 minutes. Several barracks and other buildings have recently been reconstructed and visitors are encour-aged to tour the entire site to see the historic orchards, rock gardens and cemetery. Manzanar is open daily year-round. Admission is free and the National Park Service regularly offers ranger led programs.
LONE PINEThis frontier town sits in the shadow of majestic Mount
Whitney, the highest peak in the contiguous US at 14,508 feet. Hiking to the top requires a US Forest Service permit (www.recreation.gov). Even if you don’t hike the trail, a drive up to Whitney Portal, 12 miles west of downtown, is highly recommended in summer months. It’s a popular place for camping, picnicking, fishing, wildlife viewing and just general relax-ation with amazing views. The general store serves great burgers and pizza size pancakes just steps away from a cascading waterfall and glistening trout pond. Lone Pine is known as Hollywood’s “back lot.” Since the 1920s, hundreds of movies, especially westerns and sci-fi thrillers, have been filmed in the region. Be sure to visit the Beverly and Jim Rogers Lone Pine Film History Museum to see props, costumes and a great collection of movie memorabilia. Take a drive along Movie Flat Road to explore the weathered granite boulders and arches in the Alabama Hills. Lone Pine is also known as the gateway to Death Valley and the town has a good selec-tion of lodging, dining and retail shops. The InterAgency Visitor Center (one mile south of Lone Pine at the intersection of HWY 395 & SR 136) is staffed by friendly, knowledgeable people and features informative displays and a good selection of maps, books and souvenirs. Wilderness permits and passes may also be picked up there, open daily year-round.
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DEATH VALLEY NATIONAL PARK
It’s the hottest, driest and lowest – this is the land of extremes! Vast and hulking mountain ranges frosted with winter snow tower over the valley floor; Telescope Peak is 11,049’ and Badwater is 282’ below sea-level. The steady drought and record summer temperatures create a unique and strikingly beautiful environment. On the northern end of the valley, Ubehebe Crater and Scotty’s Castle are popular destinations. In the center of the park, Furnace Creek offers lodging, camping, dining, golf and more. The Furnace Creek Visitor Center offers great educational exhibits, expert advice and ranger-led programs. Stovepipe Wells Village is another good option for lodging and camping, located near the Mesquite Flat Sand Dunes. There are several “must see to believe” places in Death Valley, including Zabriskie Point, Artist’s Drive, Golden Canyon and the Amargosa Opera House. At the south-east edge of Death Valley, you’ll find Shoshone Village, a popular stop for artists, photographers, and geology buffs.
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BISHOPBishop’s official slogan is “Small Town with a Big
Backyard.” It’s fitting, because while Bishop is the biggest city in the region, it still retains genuine old-fashioned charm and friendliness – a great place to call home while you explore the Eastern Sierra. Bishop offers an excellent selection of lodging, camping, dining and retail options. Bishop has many boutiques and specialty shops, sporting goods, antiques, art and more. Mountain Light Gallery, in the historic First National Bank building, features amazing scenic and wildlife photography of world-famous Galen Rowell. A series of colorful murals adorn downtown buildings, depicting the region’s unique history – mining, agriculture, mule packing and western traditions. Stop at the Bishop Area Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau for maps, brochures, souvenirs and friendly, knowledgeable advice (690 N. Main Street). The Bishop City Park is truly a treasure! Dozens of tree species in the arboretum provide wonderful shade for picnicking or just relaxing on the grass. The park offers some-thing for everyone – a swimming pool, tennis courts, baseball and soccer fields, a bike/skate park, playground equipment, outdoor gym, sand volleyball courts and bocce ball. There is even an area for your furry friends – Bishop’s Dog Park is popular with locals and visitors alike. The Bishop Country Club is a challenging 18-hole golf course with amazing mountain views. The Paiute Palace Casino offers 24-hour gaming, live entertainment, a full bar and restaurant. The Owens Valley Paiute-Shoshone Cultural Center features Native American exhibits and prehistoric artifacts from the region. The historic Keough’s Hot Springs (est. 1919) is a free flowing mineral hot springs located about 7 miles south of Bishop, just off HWY 395. The swimming pool is 86° to 90° and the shallow soaking pool is 104° – the perfect place to relax after a day of hiking, climbing or skiing! The facility is open year-round; fees range from $4 to $10.
LAWS RAILROAD MUSEUM AND HISTORIC VILLAGE
Eleven acres and 30 buildings of indoor and outdoor exhibits transport you back to the pioneer days. Climb aboard Steam Engine #9 and ring the bell, step into the original depot and the agent’s house, visit the 1909 school house and more. The museum is open year-round daily from 10 am to 4 pm.
ANCIENT BRISTLECONE PINE FOREST
Schulman Grove is home to the world’s oldest known specimens of bristlecone pine; some are more than 4,000 years old! The secret to longevity is its adaptation to this unique environment high up in the White Mountains. The Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest is about 45 minutes from the town of Big Pine; take HWY 168 east 13 miles to White Mountain Road, turn left and drive 10 miles to the parking area. At Schulman Grove, you’ll find a nice visitor center, picnic area and loop trails for hiking: Discovery Trail is one mile and Methuselah Trail is a 4.5 mile round trip. The cost is $3 per adult / $6 maximum per vehicle. Children under 18 are free. It is open from mid-May through the end of November, weather permitting. On your way to or from Schulman Grove, be sure to stop at Sierra View Overlook (about 2.5 miles below the visitor center). A short path around a knobby hill next to the parking lot brings you to an observation point with a breathtaking view encompassing 10 miles of the Sierra Range.
OWENS RIVER, PLEASANT VALLEY RESERVOIR, CHALK BLUFF RECREATION AREA
For great year-round fishing or a fun family outing, head north eight miles on HWY 395 to the Pleasant Valley Reservoir turnoff, and then loop back toward Bishop following Chalk Bluff Road (well graded dirt road). Here, the Owens River winds lazily, its lush banks shading many a favorite fishing hole. The Volcanic Table-land formed 750,000 years ago by enormous eruptions of glowing volcanic ash. Today, the Tableland and Chalk Bluff at its southern edge offer abundant treasures – exploring, hiking, birding, photog-raphy and bouldering. The Happy and Sad Boulders have become popular with boulderers from around the globe. The Owens River runs along the base of the Tableland and is open year-round for trout fishing. A certain section of the river is designated as a Wild Trout Area and has special fishing regulations.
ROCK CREEK CANYON AREA
Truly a four-season treasure! From Bishop, drive about 25 miles north on HWY 395, then turn off at Tom’s Place Resort. In summer months enjoy camping, fishing and hiking. Fall is a popular time to visit when photographers marvel at the red, gold and orange aspen groves. In winter, the area is popular with cross-country skiers and snowmobilers. There are several USFS camp-grounds, cabin rentals and other great services at Rock Creek Lakes Resort and Rock Creek Lodge. Looking for a great scenic drive? Just below Toms Place, take Lower Rock Creek Road (it’s the old HWY 395). You’ll wind through stands of aspens, studded with gigantic Jeffrey pine. It’s a popular route for mountain bikers, so please remember to share the road. As you descend into Round Valley, you’ll see lush meadows, cottonwood trees and many ranches sitting peacefully at the base of majestic Mount Tom.
Wild iris in Round Valley, just north of Bishop © TONY ROWELL
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INDEPENDENCEOur county seat is home to the
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Please be careful: As a visitor to the Eastern Sierra, you have aresponsibility for your personal safety during activities you mightpursue. Natural hazards exist. It is your responsibility to know thehazards involved and to use the proper safety precautions to minimizethe inherent risks to your activities. Various laws, regulations andrestrictions apply to the activities and areas mentioned on this map,in order to protect natural and cultural resources and for yoursafety and enjoyment. It is your responsibility to learn and followapplicable laws and restrictions. Contact appropriate agencies forspecific information.
Before you go… Tell someone the three Ws: WHERE you aregoing, WHEN you are returning, and WHO you are going with.
Be prepared: When enjoying winter recreation, it is your respon-sibility to be aware of winter safety and be prepared for survival.
Survival Kit: Check your gear, and make sure it is in good shape.A survival kit is a must. The following equipment could make thedifference between adventure and calamity:
• A space blanket, a poncho or two large plastic trash bags for emergency shelter
• Warm clothes for layering (wool or synthetics are best)• Water, sunglasses and sunscreen• An ensolite pad provides insulation from snow and ice• Whistle for emergency signaling (3 blasts mean “help”)• Waterproof matches or lighter in case you need a fire• Carry a map and compass with you, and know how
to use them
Avalanches may occur at any time during the winter. None of theroutes or areas open to winter use are controlled for avalanche, andit is the responsibility of the user to take any necessary precautions.
Avoid mountainous terrain after heavy snowfalls or long periodsof high wind. Avoid crossing steep hillsides and entering narrow,steep-sided canyons. If crossing potentially dangerous areas is un-avoidable, one person in the party at a time should cross the dangerzone with all others watching until that person crosses safely.
Creeks and Lakes: Be aware of snow-covered water courses.Crossing creeks, snow bridges or lakes is dangerous. To assure yoursafety, stay off frozen lakes.
Weather: Be aware of the current conditions. Obtain a weatherreport before your trip and recognize that conditions can change rapidly in the mountains. Avoid traveling during heavy storms andwhiteout conditions.
Call 1-800-427-ROAD for Caltrans road conditions.
Hypothermia: Caused by exposure to cold aggravated by wetness,wind and exhaustion, hypothermia is a lowering of the inner temperature of the human body, resulting in rapid and progressivemental and physical collapse. Untreated, hypothermia can result in death. Take proper clothing, eat sensibly and carry quick-energyfoods.
Searches and/or rescues can be difficult and must be timely in awinter environment.
Emergency NumbersInyo County Search and Rescue 760-878-0385 (24 hours)Northern Inyo Hospital (Bishop) 760-873-5811Southern Inyo Hospital (Lone Pine) 760-876-5501911
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Bird and Wildlife ViewingBirders could spend the entire winter exploring different birdingsites and never see all the species that populate or pass through theOwens Valley. At Billy Lake (southeast of Independence off MazourkaCanyon Road) you can see everything from small sage sparrows tomighty red-tail hawks, golden eagles, and turkey vultures.
TinemahaReservoir, located justoff Hwy. 395 about 8miles south of BigPine, is anotherfavorite birding spot.This large, shallowbody of water hosts avariety of water birds,shore birds and fancygulls. During the win-ter it’s not unusual to spy bald eagles and tundra swans in the vicinity.
At Fish Springs, five miles south of Big Pine, you’ll find bothwinged and non-winged critters. The alfalfa fields there are the winterhome for herds of tule elk. The fields and surrounding area are also a great place to spot raptors working the fields. Sparrows and mountainbluebirds like to winter around Fish Springs. And the stream nearthe fish hatchery is a good place to look for ducks, rails, wrens, andsparrows.
Pick up your free Eastern Sierra Birding Trail Map at BishopVisitor Center or at www.easternbirdingtrail.org
Climbing & BoulderingWhile the Owens RiverGorge north of Bishop canbe a bit on the hot side during the summer, it’s arock climber’s delight duringtemperate winter days.Boulderers will find thatwinter is the best time totake on the world-famousboulders of the Buttermilks,the Happy Boulders, andthe Sad Boulders. TheAlabama Hills outside LonePine offer world-class boul-dering and sport climbing,too. And just because thehigh country is covered withsnow doesn’t mean the endof alpine climbing if you arewilling to make long trekson snowshoes or cross country skis. Find more atwww.BishopVisitor.com
Cross Country Skiing & SnowshoeingCross Country skiers and snowshoe enthusiasts have access to someof the most spectacular winter landscapes in the world. You can do therelatively short but beautiful trek from Aspendell to Lake Sabrina ormulti-day snow-camping journeys in the high country wilderness.
Fall ColorsThe fall is a special time in the Owens Valley. The dramatic altitudedifference between the high peaks of the Sierra (including the highestpeak in the 48 contiguous states) and the valley floor makes for anexceptionally long and beautiful fall colors season that typically beginsin September and runs through October and into November.
Whether your fancy leans to quaking aspens at higher altitudeor colorful cottonwoods at lower altitude, the Eastern Sierra is a “leafpeeper’s” paradise. The north fork of Bishop Creek is a popular spot.
Pick up your Fall Color Guide at the Visitor Center in Bishoplocated at the City Park or in Big Pine at the Chamber of Commerce.
Filming LocationsIf you look closely in the background of the 1939 movie classic,Gunga Din, you won’t see the high mountains of India, where themovie was set. What you will see is behind the movie’s stars, DouglasFairbanks Jr. and Cary Grant, the 14,497’ peak of Mt. Whitney.
That movie, like many, many others, was shot in the OwensValley. The Alabama Hills, west of Lone Pine, have been a particularfavorite of filmmakers for decades. Not only can you tour many ofthe old movie locations, but in October Lone Pine hosts an annualfilm festival. It’s three days of movie screenings, tours, and closeencounters with actors who shot on location in the Owens Valley insome of the country’s most memorable movies.
FishingWhether your pleasure is warm water or cold water; flies, lures, orbait, there’s something for everybody in the Owens Valley, even duringthe winter months.
You can fish for trout, bass, and catfish at Diaz Lake andHaiwee Reservoir, and the Owens River south of Bishop. The Owensfrom just below Bishop north to Pleasant Valley Reservoir is afavorite wintertime destination for trout fishers, particularly the WildTrout section just below Pleasant Valley reservoir. And the PleasantValley reservoir is open to shore fishing and float tubing year-round.Remember that fishing regulations are subject to change. Currentfishing reports are available at www.BishopVisitor.com. Check forcurrent regulations.
HikingWarm days and cool nights makes winter day hiking in the OwensValley extra enjoyable. And there is no shortage of places to hike andthings to see along the way. Day hiking is a wonderful way to do someof the other activities listed on this map. Even in the dead of winter,the warm weather in the valley makes day hiking comfortable. Andthe stunning beauty of the Owens Valley makes it worthwhile.
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Hot SpringsWith all this winter activity you might really need a good, hot soak in a natural hot spring. The unique geology of the Owens Valley (it’s thedeepest valley in the United States) created many geothermal hot springsthroughout the valley. One of the more popular is a set of public poolsis located just west of Hwy. 395 on Keough’s Hot Springs Road (about 5 miles south of Bishop).
HuntingThe Owens Valley has a little bit of everything for hunters. Deerseason runs through October and into November in some parts of thevalley. The Pine Creek area and portions of the White Mountains holdgood populations of deer during those months. And fall and earlywinter brings migrations of waterfowl. The Owens River and its asso-ciated lakes and reservoirs are important stopping points for south-bound ducks (including pintails and canvasbacks) and geese. And thesame period is the season for hunting upland game birds, includingmountain quail, chukers, and doves. Remember to check local andstate regulations.
Motor TouringDo you enjoy pleasant, afternoonrides through the country on pavedroads? Or are 4WD tracks moreyour cup of tea? There’s a roadadventure waiting for you in theOwens Valley—a chance to get adifferent look at the geology,wildlife, and beauty that makes theOwens Valley such a special place.
A favorite drive in the southpart of the county is the 12.1 miletrek though Movie Flats in theAlabama Hills. Or you might enjoy the 16 mile trek from Lone Pinenorth on Owenyo Lone Pine Road past the remnants of the old LonePine train Station and narrow gauge train line, ending at ManzanarNational Historic Site, which is now a national landmark. Outside ofBishop take the 33-mile loop through Fish Slough, Red Rock Canyon,and Chidago Canyon to petroglyphs that date back thousands of years.
You can pick up a motor touring guide at the Visitor Center locatedat the City Park in Bishop, or download at www.BishopVisitor.com
Mountain BikingTemperate winter daytime temperatures makes mountain biking anatural sport in the Owens Valley. Trails run the gamut from bonejarring, curving single tracks to easy and enjoyable wider tracks andtrails through gentler terrain.
For gentle rides head to the Alabama Hills or ButtermilkBoulders. Single track enthusiasts will enjoy the Rock Creek biketrail, just north of Bishop.
Museums and GalleriesIf you’re in the mood for some indoor adventuring, there’s a lot to seeand do in the Owens Valley. The Eastern California Museum inIndependence features the artistry of local Paiute and ShoshoneIndians, relics from the nearby Manzanar Relocation Center, andother artifacts that tell the fascinating story of the History of theOwens Valley. In Bishop you can take an Art Walk and visit no fewerthat eight art galleries. Highlights of the walk include Mountain LightGallery and the Inyo Council For the Arts (ICA). Mountain Light,located in the historic Bank Building, houses the life works of the latelegendary photographer, Galen Rowell. And the ICA gallery showcasesthe dynamic art of Owens Valley residents. Five miles north ofBishop, just off Hwy. 6, you can explore another aspect of local histo-ry At the Laws Railroad Museum. Here you’ll find 11 acres of won-derful exhibits, including the original narrow-gauge railroad depot thatserved the area between 1883 and 1959.
PhotographyConsidering the natural beauty of the region, it’s no wonder that somany world-class photographers visit—and live in—the Owens Valley.You can make stunning photographs here, ranging from sweepinglandscapes to intimate wildlife portraits. Most any of the locationsmarked on this map are an outdoor photographer’s studio.
Spring WildflowersThe Owens Valley comes alive in the spring, and in good years thereis a bumper-crop of wildflowers. Division Creek, southwest of Aberdeenat the very base of the Sierra, there are tremendous fields of beautifullupines. On the outskirts of Bishop, east of Hwy 395 on BrockmanLane, gigantic fieldsof wild iris make anannual appearance.And on the rim of theOwens George, about13 miles north ofBishop and just westof Hwy. 395, are alter-nating fields of desertpaintbrush, whitelayia, and eveningsnow, resulting inbreathtaking splashesof color across analready breathtakinglandscape.
1 North and South Haiwee ReservoirsNorth Haiwee Reservoir has a surface area of approximately
600 acres. South Haiwee Reservoir is slightly larger, with a water surface area of approximately 800 acres. Black bass, rainbow trout,brown trout, bluegill, carp and channel catfish populate both reservoirs,and many animals, including mule deer, bobcat and coyote, use themas watering holes. These large bodies of water also attract scores ofdifferent species of birds.
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Directions: There are a number of routes heading east off Hwy. 395to North and South Haiwee. The two most obvious are to take NorthHawiee Road to reach the north reservoir and South Haiwee Road toget to the south reservoir.
2 Diaz LakeA massive earthquake rocked the Owens Valley, the area
surrounding Lone Pine in particular, in 1872. A happy byproduct ofthis calamity is Diaz Lake, which formed when the earthquakeopened a depression in the earth, which subsequently filled withwater. Today Diaz Lake is a popular day use area. There’s also a nicecampground on the western shore.
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Directions: Diaz Lake is on the west side of Hwy. 395, 3 miles south of Lone Pine.
3 Alabama HillsSome people have mistakenly called these rounded, weath-
ered hills the oldest mountains in the United States. They are actuallythe same age as the sharp and jagged Sierra Nevada mountain range.Both were formed 100 million years ago by a violent uplifting of theearth. But the Alabamas were buried for millions of years. Water seepedinto fissures and caused the granite blocks to disintegrate. The resultis the beautiful rounded landscape that lies just west of Lone Pine.
Today the Alabamas are a popular winter playground, offering avariety of recreational opportunities. Dozens of movies, televisionshows, and commercials have been filmed in the Alabama Hills.
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Directions: There are many ways to access the Alabama Hills. Themost obvious starting point is the in the middle of Lone Pine at theintersection of Hwy. 395 and Whitney Portal Road. Go west on WhitneyPortal Road. From there you have your choice of a number of routes.
4 Manzanar National Historic SiteManzanar has a long and varied history. Paiute and Shoshone
peoples called the area home for centuries. A cattle ranching homesteadlocated there in the late nineteenth century. Soon a small town sproutedat the site. By the early 1900s the town of Manzanar became a thriving,albeit short-lived, community—the Los Angeles Department of Waterand Power’s land-purchasing program spelled the end of the tiny village.The land remained vacant until the outbreak of World War II whenit became one of ten relocation centers where people of Japanesedescent were held. Today it’s an 814-acre National Historic Siteadministered by the National Park Service. Efforts are underway torestore much of the camp buildings and area.
At the camp entrance you can pick up a tour map for a three-mile self-guided auto tour of the camp. Be sure to visit the interpre-tive center located in the camp’s historic gym.
On the last Saturday of April former internees, their descendants,friends, and the general public hold a pilgrimage near the cemeterymonument. There are also educational presentations and ceremonieson that day.
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Directions: Manzanar is 7 miles north of Lone Pine on the west sideof Hwy. 395. Call 760-878-2932 for more information.
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10 Laws Railroad MuseumIn the late 1800s the Carson and Colorado Railroad
Company built a railroad from Mound House, Nevada to Keeler,California. One of its stops was Laws. In 1961 the railroad ceasedoperation. Of the many buildings that had sprung up around the railroad, only the depot, agent's house, oil and water tanks, and theturntable survived. Today those artifacts stand with other buildingsand exhibits on the grounds of this 11-acre museum. Other buildingsinclude an old time doctor's office, an agent's house and a carriagehouse.
Open 10 A.M. to 4 P.M. daily except New Years, Thanksgivingand Christmas. There is no charge for admission, but donations areaccepted. Call 760-873-5950 for more information.
Activities: . Museums and Art Galleries
Directions: From Bishop take Hwy. 6 north. After 4.5 miles turnright onto Silver Canyon Road. The museum is on the right.
11 Chalk Bluffs and the Volcanic TablelandsThe Volcanic Tablelands formed 750,000 years ago by
enormous eruptions of glowing volcanic ash. Today the tablelands,and the area known as chalk bluffs at their southern edge, is anoutdoor enthusiast’s delight. Fishing, hiking, birding, photography,climbing—you’ll find all that and more in this area.
The Happy and Sad Boulders have become popular with climbers(if you visit these ecologically sensitive areas use only existing accesstrails and avoid damaged or eroding slopes).
The Owens River, running along the base of the tablelands,is open year-round to fishing. A portion of this section of the river is designated as a Wild Trout area with special regulations. It’s a 3.3-mile stretch running from the footbridge in the Pleasant ValleyCampground to the redwood sport fishing regulations sign. Fishinghere is limited to artificial lures with barbless hooks only, and no takeis permitted. The California Department of Fish and Game estimatesa density of 2,000-5,000 fish per mile in the Wild Trout area, makingit one of the state’s more productive fisheries.
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Directions: From Bishop take Highway 395 north. Turn right onPleasant Valley Road and proceed to Chalk Bluffs Road. Turn right.
12 Pleasant Valley ReservoirIf you prefer still water fishing, Pleasant Valley Reservoir is
the place for you (there’s actually good stream fishing in the channelbetween the power plant at the west end of Pleasant Valley and thereservoir). This body of water is open to shore fishing and float tubesall year. The Blake Jones Trout Derby is held here every March.Contestants have a chance to win over $10,000 in prizes. The reservoir is also a popular birding site.
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Directions: From Bishop take Highway 395 north. Turn right onPleasant Valley Road intersection, turn right and proceed to theparking lot at the base of the dam.
13 Owens River GorgeClimbers will find routes of all description in the Owens
River Gorge. In the spring the rim of the gorge is teeming with wildflowers. And fishermen will find feisty trout in the OwensRiver—open all year in this section—in the bottom of the gorge.
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Directions: From Bishop, drive approximately 14 miles north onHwy. 395. Take the Gorge Road east, turn left (north) on the GorgeParallel Road.
5 Eastern California MuseumThe museum was founded in 1928. Its exhibits include art by
local Owens Valley Paiute and Shoshone Native Americans. You can alsolearn more about the history of Manzanar. There is also a collection ofhistoric agricultural and mining implements, including examples of theequipment used in the building of the Los Angeles Aqueduct. Themuseum gift shop offers a wide selection of educational material regardingInyo County and the Eastern Sierra. The museum is open Wednesdaythrough Monday from 10 A.M. to 4 P.M. There is no admission fee, butdonations are accepted. Call 760-878- 0258 for more information.
Activities: . Museums and Art Galleries
Directions: Three blocks west of Hwy. 395 at 155 N. Grant Street.
6 Billy LakeLike Diaz Lake, the 1872 Lone Pine earthquake created this
lake. It is now a wildlife wetland, and winter home to a dazzling varietyof wildlife and birds. And it’s a popular warm-water fishing hole.
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Directions: From Hwy. 395 in Independence, turn east on MazourkaValley road. Go approximately 3.2 miles. Turn left on unsigned dirtroad. Continue .8 miles to Billy Lake.
7 Mt. Whitney Fish HatcheryThis unlikely French Tudor-style building was built in 1916.
It was the result of an order from a California Fish and Game Commissioner:“A building that would match the mountains, would last forever, and bea show place for all time.” The facility originally produced trout fingerlingfor planting throughout the state. It’s now used for brood stock, producing15 million golden, brown, and rainbow trout eggs annually. It is opendaily from 9 A.M. to 4 P.M. You can also feed the trout!
Activities: . Birding v Wildlife Viewing a Camping
w Hiking 9 Motor Touring
V Photography - Mountain Biking
Directions: Two miles north of Independence on Hwy. 395, turn weston Fish Hatchery Road. The hatchery is up one mile on the right.
8 Tinemaha ReservoirThis reservoir was formed when the Los Angeles Department
of Water and Power built a small earthen dam across the in the OwensRiver at the Poverty Hills. Today the reservoir holds up to 16,300 acre-feet of water.
Many people think that this is Inyo County's best location to seewaterfowl and shorebirds. You can see large numbers of ducks, geese,and American white pelicans during migration. Bald eagles usually winterhere. You might also see tule elk in the fields west of the reservoir.
Tinemaha is also a popular fishing spot. The California Departmentof Fish and Game plants more than 5,000 rainbow trout in the OwensRiver below the dam each year. This section is also home to warmwater species such as largemouth bass, bluegill and channel catfish.
Activities: . Birding v Wildlife Viewing
j Fishing w Hiking
& Hunting V Photography
Directions: Turn east on Elna Road, 8 miles south of Big Pine. Follow the sign to the parking area.
9 Bishop Creek Recreation AreaThe Bishop Creek canyon is a collection of sloping canyons,
moraines, cirques and knife-sharp ridges and is also known for its won-drous cross country skiing. And although it’s a short drive from downtownBishop, it’s vegetation and climate is dramatically different from theOwens Valley floor. Here you’ll find an alpine paradise of pine andaspen forests, cascading streams, and jagged mountains peaks.
The waters of Bishop Creek (as well as South Lake, Intake Two,Lake Sabrina, and North Lake) are prime fishing spots in the fall (thecreek and all four lakes are closed to fishing during winter months).
The stands of aspen found throughout the canyon offer dramaticcolor changes in the fall, too. During the winter the area is a popularone for all sorts of winter sports. During the spring you can find gorgeous fields of wildflowers. While the creek is often too high forgood fishing in the springtime, the lakes offer wonderful fishing opportunities. The small community of Aspendell is a popular year-round birding area.
Activities: . Birding v Wildlife Viewing j Fishing
. Fall Colors ? Bouldering or Rock Climbing
w Hiking 9 Motor Touring
V Photography . Spring wildflowers
1 Cross Country Skiing and Snowshoeing
Directions: Take West Line Street (SR 168) west out of Bishop.Chains are often required during snowstorms. Even in clear weatherbeware of ice on the roads. Portions of the roads in Bishop creek arenot cleared of snow during the winter, so South Lake, Lake Sabrina,and North Lake are not accessible by car during the winter.
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Snowshoe adventure©PHOTODISC
North Lake fall color©JOHN DITTLI
Sage grouse©ROB HENDERSON
Columbine and lupine©ROB HENDERSON
Mountain biking along Coyote Ridge©JOHN DITTLI
Owens River Gorge©MARTY HORNICK
Eastern Sierra fall fly fishing©JOHN DITTLI
Manzanar National Historic Site©JOHN DITTLI
Mt. Whitney and the Alabama Hills©STEPHEN INGRAM
Laws Museum©LONDIE G. PADELSKY
Bishop Creek Canyon©ROB HENDERSON
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