Bates Beach Petition To “Make It Official” Started
On April 13, the Friends of Bates Beach division of SCNA launched an online petition to "Make the Traditional Nude Section of Bates Beach Official."
Bates Meetup Agrees to Restart Weekend Beach Picnics In June
At the monthly online meeting of the SCNA/Friends of Bates Beach members on April 20, the members agreed to start the monthly weekend picnic to Bates Beach, beginning June 19.
Bates Team Seeks Interns
We are looking for a few college-level volunteers who would like to intern with FOBB to learn about us.
Carp’s EIR Committee Recommends Inland Route for Rincon Trail
In a surprise move, the Carpinteria Environmental Review Committee voted unanimously to recommend a different route for the new Rincon Trail above Bates Beach than had been endorsed by the city’s environmental impact report (EIR).
Carpinteria State of The City
On March 19, the Chamber of Commerce hosted its State of the City meeting online with various local leaders giving reports on the status of the business community as it struggles to return to “normal” after a year of shutdown.
Rincon Trail EIR Released
In November at the las public hearing about the proposed Rincon Trail to be constructed above Bates Beach, there was a major protest by members from the hang glider community.