Greetings!
As the southland recovers from the horrific wildfires of October, a peaceful November is upon us, and we welcome its sunny days and cool, clear nights. The list of things to do around Borrego Springs and the Anza-Borrego Desert State Park grows daily this time of year. The golf courses are open and looking great!
Most all roads are now reopened after the fires, so head on out for some fall-time relaxation and fun! |
| November Activities in
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Just as it brings those refreshing
cool nights, fall once again brings alot of fun things to do in Borrego. Below is a short list of some of our favorites:
November 8, 15 and 29: Join us at the Springs for complimentary wine tasting and social hour. We'll be sampling some wines, and we'll have tasty snacks and other drinks.
5:30 to 6:30 PM at the Indian Head Room.
November 10: Join Renowned Astronomer Dennis Mammana for an afternoon seminar on Desert Stargazing. What to look for and how to find it, even without a telescope! At the Daniel Discovery Lab of the Anza Borrego Desert State Park Visitor Center, Noon to 5 PM. More info at The Anza Borrego Institute
Also on November 10: Join filmaker John MacDonald on a short (2 miles total) but strenuous hike to the historic Marshal South home site atop Ghost Mountain. Mr. McDonald will outline the colorful history surrounding the South family's seventeen year residence in this rugged and primitive setting. Later that evening, join the film maker at the premier of his feature-length documentary about the South family, 7:30 PM at The Borrego Springs Performing Arts Center. Details at The Anza Borrego Institute
November 15: Borrego Springs Performing Arts Center - Season Opening Gala. The San Diego Opera Ensemble kicks off the season's schedule at 7 PM, with a pre-performance Champagne Reception at 6. BSPAC Season Schedule
Friday and Saturday Nights Join Tour Guide Joe Raffetto and California Overland for some rugged desert adventure:
Friday Night Star Gazing
First or Second Friday Nights from 8:00 to 10:00 starting in November. Travel to Clark Dry Lake to behold the spectacular canopy of countless stars under a moonless sky. See why Borrego is one of the nation's top stargazing destinations. Call 760-767-1232 for details.
Font's Point Saturday Night
Saturdays in November and December; Travel through the Borrego Badlands to witness the surreal view from Font's Point just before the sun slips behind the mountains. Settle in camp chairs, enjoy appetizers and watch a multi-hued day turn into a breathtaking night. Feel free to bring a bottle of vino to toast the transition. Call 760-767-1232.
Friday Mornings, November through May, the Farmer's Market returns to Christmas Circle. Locally produced fruit and vegetables, live plants and cut flowers, and arts and crafts.
7 AM until Noon. |
| New Dining Options In Town |
Its been about a year since we reviewed the dining establishments in town. We are delighted to tell you that there are several great new choices. New to us within the last year are:
Assagio, located at the Borrego Airport. A little slice of Italia right here in the desert! Pasta, seafood and more, at great prices, too. 760-767-3388
Carmelita's Authentic Mexican Food. Fresh made on site, great soups and salsas, best Chiles Rellenos we've ever tasted! At the Mall, 760-767-5666
Calico's - Homemade soups and sandwiches, fresh baked Pizza!
760-767-7747
Western Wok - Chinese Cuisine and BBQ. Good Reviews! Located at Palm Canyon Resort, 760 767-5341. | |
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We're looking forward to seeing you in sunny Borrego!
Dan Wright
The Springs at Borrego RV Resort
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Borrego Springs: Haven from the Holocaust of October Wildfires |
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Here in Borrego Springs, we know we were blessed to be sheltered from the San Diego County wildfires and mostly unaffected by the smoke, as well. At the same time, we are very mindful of those who have suffered, and those who emerged as heroes.
All of us at the Springs at Borrego send a heartfelt prayer for those who were killed or injured by the fires. To those who are recovering from their injuries, we most sincerely wish a speedy recovery. Many who were injured, some critically, were our valiant protectors, the fire fighters who risked their lives to save people, animals and property. Our eternal gratitude goes out to them.
Our hearts also go out to those thousands of people who lost their homes in this gargantuan tragedy.Their recovery has yet to begin.
Heroes were in no short supply right here in Borrego Springs, thanks to our brave residents. Folks from all over the area rose to the occasion.
The Borrego Springs Unified School District faculty, staff and students provided around the clock care for the evacuation center set up at Borrego Springs High School. Other folks from the area donated their time as well. Hundreds of evacuees arrived, having been forced out of their homes, in many cases with nothing more than the clothing they were wearing, and their beloved pets and livestock.
People and businesses donated food, water, diapers, blankets and sunscreen. Many citizens housed evacuated families, in many cases multiple families, right in their own homes.
Local horse ranchers donated their corrals for livestock, supplying food and water without charge.
Local workers from the San Diego County Road Department brought cots for the evacuees to rest. These were especially appreciated, as many of the evacuees were medically fragile.
The Desert Rose, a small restaurant in nearby Ocotillo Wells, provided a dinner for the evacuees.
The Borrego Medical Center provided medical care and free prescriptions for evacuees stranded without their medicine.
California Overland, a local desert tour operator, offered a welcome diversion for the evacuees by donating desert tours aboard their specially equipped military-style tour vehicles.
All of these Borrego-area citizens acted to help without thought of themselves.
Borrego Springs may be a small town, but it is blessed with alot of people with great big hearts. |
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| The RoadRunner Club has affordable housing available |
If any of you RVers know someone who has lost their home or is looking for a seasonal or year-round residence, the RoadRunner Club, our next- door neighbor, has more than 2 dozen homes available at this writing. The RoadRunner is a luxury manufactured home community for 55+ adults. Many of these homes are located on the RoadRunner Golf Course, a delightful par 3 18-hole, or on the 7th fairway of the Springs at Borrego Golf Course. The homes range from smaller, pre-existing homes to large brand new homes, and start as low as $20,000! That's right, its not a typo, we're talking twenty thousand here. Would someone please tell us where else you can buy a home in a luxury golf community in Southern California with a tennis complex, large clubhouse and swimming pool available at no extra charge? Visit The RoadRunner Club website or call 760 767-5800.
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