Do you have winter worries?

Some people worry about the weather, some about the ice, others about wood–or at least that is the story I heard today.

As for GG, I worry about potholes, ice, and cinders since they all pose a threat to Fawnskin residents and their vehicles.

Part of the problem is that there isn’t much going on in town–so people focus on all different types of things.

Here in GG’s Grotto, I’ve been working on my editorial calendar for the year along with some strategic planning.

Starting on the 15th there will be some changes here on the Fawnskin Flyer

The first is that I am going to be posting twice a week.

One post will be specific to Fawnskin and some of my rants while the other post will be a topic of interest to both residents and visitors.

Of course, I reserve the right to decide to post additional articles but for now–that is the plan.

I hope you’ve been enjoying the warm afternoon weather.

GG has been enjoying hammock time and taking my computer out on the deck to work.

But for those of you who are not up here full-time, the nights have been cold and the wind chill is something else.

The weather is likely to change but for now, get out and enjoy it!

So, everyone is talking about their New Year’s Resolutions but GG forgot to make any!

However, I’ve been working on a strategic plan for the Fawnskin Flyer and my other websites as well as my business since I am well enough to get out and get going on things again.

Next week I will announce what some of these changes are–so stay tuned.

In the meantime, I know you are wanting to see what is happening around these parts.

Uh, err…a whole lot of nothing so far, except:

Winter Trails Day
The National Forest Association and REI have teamed up to present Winter Trails Day this Saturday, January 7, 2012 from 10:00am until 2:00pm at the Discovery Center here in Fawnskin.

Most activities are free so you might want to join in the fun!

Call (909) 382-2790 for more information or to reserve a spot if needed.

• Snowshoe Demos (every 30 minutes) starts at 10:00am
• Showshoe Hike (sign up in advance) starts at 10:30am
• Animal Tracking (every 30 minutes $3 per person) starts at 11:00am
• 100 Yard Snowshoe Dash (demonstration) 11:30am
• Nature Walks (30 minute tour) at 1:00pm & 2:00pm

Fawnkin Monthly Potluck
On Monday, January 9, 2012 it is once again time for the monthly North Shore Improvement Association’s potluck.

During the winter months, residents and members meet at the old Miller Park School House located at 1178 Chickasaw (at Mohawk) in Fawnskin.

The NSIA wants you to show up at 5:30pm for socializing but the potluck starts at 6:00pm.

Bring a dish to share and grab a friend, neighbor, relative or guest to join the fun.

Now I know it will break your heart, but there is no guest speaker this month.

For more information or questions please call Chris at (310) 880-3645.

That’s it for GG today…chat with you next week.

Above: Photo of Jordan Romero in Antarctica 2011

Before I get into anything else, local Fawnskin native, Jordan Romero finally finished his quest to conquer the Seven Summits in December of 2011.

Today you probably have seen them making the rounds in the major media.

Now Fawnskin Folks know that he grew up here–and lives here still.

Those of you who are regular readers know how I feel about Fawnskin getting the brush off more than usual, know that I am going to point out that our little town still makes national news a hell of lot more than Big Bear.

Ahem…

In case you were wondering, here are the Seven Summits with elevation (feet)

Mount Kilimanjaro (19,340)
Tanzania
April 2006

Mount Elbrus 18,510
Russia
July 2007

Mount Aconcagua 22,841
Argentina
December 2007

Mount McKinley 20,320
United States
June 2008

Mount Carstensz Pyramid (16,024)
Indonesia
September 2009

Mount Everest (29,029)
Nepal, China
May 2010

Vinson Massif (16,050)
Antarctica
December 2011

All of us are proud.

Over time, his website has had a makeover (and he has a nice logo now), and there are multiple pages on Facebook you can follow.

Just don’t fall for the “fake” ones that were auto-generated and taking people away from his real ones.

Jordan Romero on The Web
Jordan Romero
Find Your Everest (Facebook)
Jordan Romero on Everest (Facebook)
Jordan Romero Athlete (Facebook)

Misc Jordan Romero Pages
Team Jordan on Everest (Flickr)
Omega XL (Sponsor, Flickr)
SOLE (Sponsor, Flickr)

Finally, because I know my neighbor is reading this and will be up here shortly.

Yes, I wish they had done media training and coaching for the national media but what are you gonna do?

Finally, buy a few copies of  The Boy Who Conquered Everest now.