Author Archives: Jeanne Jackson

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Allen Vinson got lucky when this Bobcat strolled by, nicely accented by a Douglas Iris in bloom.

A Bobcat on the prowl by Allen Vinson

Then the Bobcat looked at Allen and he got this photo of its face. You can clearly see the tufted ears.

Close-up of a beautiful Bobcat by Allen Vinson

Bobcats are seen year round in grassy meadows here on the Mendonoma Coast.

Thanks to Allen for allowing me to share his photos with you here. To see more of Allen's nature photography, here is the link: http://allenvinson.smugmug.com/

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After a long hike, it must feel good to put your paws in a nice creek. That's just what Bear did at Walk On Beach on The Sea Ranch.

Bear enjoys the creek at Walk On Beach by Beth Kattleman

Bear looks pretty darn happy! Thanks to Bear's mom, Beth Kattleman, for allowing me to share her photo with you here.

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It's always a happy sighting. Ospreys return to the Mendonoma Coast just in time for spring. Paul Brewer spotted this one on Easter Sunday.

Easter Osprey by Paul Brewer

That night Alan Reinke photographed the sunset from The Sea Ranch and wondered if the Pacific Ocean was on fire. Nope! Just another dramatic sunset.

The Pacific Ocean is alive with color by Allan Reinke

Today we are having a mini heat wave, with very warm temps. Tomorrow the temperature is suppose to drop 20 degrees and the chance of rain comes back into the picture.

Thanks to Alan and Paul for allowing me to share their photos with you here. To see much more of Paul's nature photography, here is his website: http://www.capturingnatureswonders.com/

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Breaching Gray Whale calf by Kathy Bishop (Medium)
ARENA THEATER OCEAN FILM FESTIVAL
Saturday, April 9th

2:00 p.m. Family/Kids Animated Films - $5

  • Ain't No Fish (4 minutes)
  • The Great Wide Open (10 minutes)
  • Song of the Spindle (5 minutes)
  • Coralax (7 minutes)
  • A Sea Turtle Story (9 minutes)
  • Zoe and Her Adventures (3 minutes)
  • Net Positiva (11 minutes)

4:00 p.m.Ocean Films - $11 in advance, $12 at the door, $5 age 12 & under.

  • Whale Aware (8 minutes)
  • TBD: Q&A with Filmmaker Lauren Gilberston (10 minutes)
  • A Small Surfer Makes Big Waves (7 minutes)
  • Cordell Bank: A Sound Investment (4 minutes)
  • Feature: Sonic Sea (55 minutes)

7:00 p.m. Ocean Films - $11 in advance, $12 at the door, $5 age 12 & under.

  • Domoic Acid Attack (3 minutes)
  • Sanctuary in the Sea (18 minutes)
  • The Cook, The Hunter, The Whales and Their Watchers (5 minutes)
  • Feature: Of the Sea (55 minutes), includes Q&A with Filmmaker Mischa Hedges (15 minutes) Few California fishing families remain. In 1981, there were nearly 7,000 families; today there are only 1,800. To revive a fading way of life, Bay Area fishermen and entrepreneurs are exploring ways to support sustainably produced seafood.
All three screenings feature different films. Attend all with a $50 VIP Pass which includes local merchant discounts!
VIP Passes - $50 per person, Includes all screenings, discounted admission to Point Arena Lighthouse and other local merchant discounts. If purchased online before Thursday, VIP Passes may be picked up in Gualala at the Visitor's Center located at 39150 S. Hwy 1(west side) in the Forte Gualala building.
For Family & Kids: At nearby Point Arena Library, the festival will offer FREE ocean exhibits and children's activities Saturday from 11am to 4pm, with special presentations and free raffles for kids from 2:30 to 4pm.
Arena Theater
214 Main Street
Point Arena, CA
All Saturday screening tickets are available in advance at
www.arenatheater.org or at the door.
On Saturday Evening, 215 Main Wine Bar sponsors a special Festival Reception with featured filmmakers. All Adult Festival Participants are invited to attend. Come meet the film directors. Donations are welcomed at the door and raffle tickets will be available.
On Sunday Morning, to complement the Film Festival, the Greater Farallones Association and California State Parks will conduct a naturalist-led "Wildflowers & Whales" Walk at Salt Point State Park, starting at 10:00 a.m.
Sunday Wildflower & Whale Walk*
*Contact sara.heintzelman@noaa.gov  for $20 Walk tickets sold separately or call (415) 561-6625 x 315 for further information about ALL of these events.
Ocean-themed Indie Films; Festival Reception; Family Activities; Q&A with Filmmakers and Marine Life Experts; Great Raffle Prizes! Proceeds benefit the non-profit Greater Farallones Association's ocean education and science programs in Sonoma and Mendocino counties.

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Linda Bostwick and Mel Smith noticed this juvenile Red-tailed Hawk perusing their vegetable garden in Point Arena. The hawk is welcome to any tasty gophers it finds in there!

Juvenile Red-tailed Hawk by Mel Smith

Here's a close-up of one taken by Sylvia Marie. Red-tailed hawks have so many different feather patterns and colors. It's a good thing the adults have that red tail!

Juvenile Red-tailed Hawk by Sylvia Marie (Large)

Thanks to Mel and Sylvia for allowing me to share their photos with you here.