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Living on or near Lido Island

September 21st, 2009 Comments off
Newport Beach Seal at the Pier
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The manmade island of Lido Isle is located in Newport Beach, California and was created in 1906 as part sandbar and part mudflat. Today, the area has gone through multiple construction phases and development and is now home to more than 1,800 people. As one of the best pieces of Newport Beach real estate, Lido Isle was one of the first master-planned communities in California and resembles traditional Mediterranean resorts. The European theme was continued in the naming of several local streets, including Barcelona, Genoa, Nice, and Ithaca. French influences can be seen at Via Lido Nord and Via Lido Soud, two of Lido Isle’s main thoroughfares.

Home to several contemporary and modern homes as well as some Mediterranean-esque properties, Lido Isle is a beautiful place to live and play. The semi-private community enjoys a number of community clubs, a yacht club, and some spectacular stretches of beach. All residents must be a part of the Community Association which ensures strict standards are adhered to. The annual Newport Christmas Boat Parade is one of Lido Isle’s biggest events. Living on the island is particularly comfortable for residents who enjoy beach living without being far from large centers of retail and commerce.

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The Lido Isle Yacht Club

July 22nd, 2009 Comments off
J-24 yacht racing, Sydney Harbour, Australia
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Being a man-made island located in the harbor of Newport Beach, California, Lido Isle is the perfect destination for numerous seaside establishments, one of which is the Lido Isle Yacht Club. The club was incorporated on September 29, 1928, but it didn’t become active until after the Depression years and World War II, when several parents in Lido decided to teach sailing to their children. The Lido Isle Yacht Club became a member of the Southern California Yachting Association in 1948, and in 1965, the club was admitted to the Yacht Racing Union of Southern California.

Most of the activity in the club is dedicated to junior sailing, a program which is extremely successful and has led many youth on to national and international awards. In 1950, the Helms Foundation honored three junior club members for their outstanding skill in sailing. The club has also excelled in Lido-14 and Laser championships, as well as the CFJ championships. The 1993 Newport Harbor High School Sailing team, which was comprised primarily of Lido Isle Yacht Club members was ranked the number one high school sailing team in the nation. Aside from the clubs excellent junior program, the club’s adult teams have also won numerous sailing championships.

Although the Lido Isle Yacht Club is a excellent center for sailing lessons, the club also hosts evening BBQ’s throughout the summer, the “Commodore’s Beach Concert,” a silent auction, a junior carnival, and fishing tournaments for both adults and kids.

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City of Newport Beach Guards Against Pest Birds

November 27th, 2008 Comments off
The city of Newport Beach Fire Department has approved installation of plastic bird spikes on the main lifeguard station in Newport Beach California.  Eric Bauer, Lifeguard Battalion Chief says “we have been fighting pigeons and seagulls for years on the lifeguard station. The **** was just pilling up on the roofs and access areas.  Each night the dew would set in and drag all of the bird ***** on to the roof access creating a horrendous smell and a certain health hazard.” They had tried sonic devices and motion controlled sprinkler systems in the past to try to get rid of the birds, but to no avail. Bauer then contacted John Rabun of J.M. Rabun Company to help him come up with a solution.

Rabun suggested using a product from Bird-B-Gone, Inc., to keep the birds from landing on the roof area.  Bird-B-Gone, Inc. is the largest manufacturer and distributor of pest bird deterrents in North America.  Jeff Watts from Bird-B-Gone met Rabun at the lifeguard station to help suggest a bird control system that would work.  Watts says, “they have a large infestation of pigeons and seagulls on the roof area, the best solution is some sort of physical deterrent that keeps the birds from landing and roosting on the roof.  I suggested using the Bird Spikes on the roof peaks and edges. This will make it difficult for the birds to land and they will choose another more suitable area.” Battalion Chief Bauer chose to us the Plastic Bird Spikes from Bird-B-Gone, Inc..  The plastic spikes are made of a sturdy polycarbonate plastic, they are durable and virtually invisible when installed. The plastic spikes carry a 5-year Guarantee and are the lowest cost bird spike available.

Rabun says “the installation of the Bird Spikes was very easy to do.  In no time we had most of the roof done!”  He used adhesive to adhere the spikes to the roof peaks and edges of the roof.  They used the clear plastic spikes on the roof as it is virtually invisible from a distance, and they used the white spikes on the parapet wall that surrounds the roof access as the white spike matches the white paint.

Along with the Bird Spikes Rabun is installing the Bird Spiders by Bird-B-Gone, Inc..  The Bird Spiders have eight stainless steel “arms” that move with the breeze discouraging birds from landing. They are installing the Bird Spiders on the open areas of the roof to keep Gulls from landing there. Jeff Watts of Bird-B-Gone, Inc. says “ this is what we call an integrated bird control solution. Sometimes more than on method or product is needed to keep pest birds away.”

Chief Bauer says, “ we are pleased to finally be rid of the countless pigeons and seagulls from our main life guard facility in Newport Beach.  The building is a big part of the charm of he Newport Beach Pier and surrounding area, it just has much better “eye” appeal without all of the birds and their ****!”

For more information on Bird-B-Gone, Inc. products and pest bird solutions call 1-800-392-6915 or visit www.birdbgone.com.

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Hot Food Spots In Newport Beach California: Chimayo Grill

November 10th, 2008 Comments off
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Everyone in the United States knows that Southern California and especially the beach viagra of Southern California is one of the hottest places to stay and vacation at. What many people do not know are about the hidden treasure around Newport Beach. Both Newport Beach, Corona Dell Mar, and even Huntington Beach are among some of the top spots for vacationing. However, many of the restaurants, activities, and entertainments spots are only known to the locals. Well, not any more as this article will reveal one of the hottest places to eat.

Newport Beach California is full of some of the most wonderful dinning experiences in the world. You will definitely feel like you are living the high life when you dine out in Newport Beach and truly no trip to this area is complete without a good sampling of its wonderful restaurants. One place that you will want to be sure to enjoy is Chimayo Grill. They have the best mix of Santa Fe, Tex Mex food found anywhere. It is a luxurious dinning experience that you are sure to remember with wonderful new taste experiences that will leave your taste buds scramming for more.

The Chimayo Grill is located on Fashion Island, in the chic shopping oasis. After a long day of shopping, nothing beats going to the grill for lunch or dinner. Starting with the legendary tequila infusion is great, as it consists of fresh fruit marinated in tequila. Although they taste light and fruity, they are full of tequila and pack quite a punch!

There is also a second Chimayo Grill now open in Huntington beach. In fact it is right next to the pier. If you have the inclination to eat here for sure act on it, you will not regret the decision. They have beautiful balcony seating where you can enjoy the crashing surf, setting sun and world class surfers all while you sit and eat your dinner.

One of the most inviting things about the restaurant is it’s unique blend of decorations and wonderful food. The restaurant is tastefully decorated with a relaxed Santa Fe style decor. It is a nice relaxed environment and the food on the menu is wonderful. you really can not go wrong no matter what you choose to sample and in fact you might want to come back tot he restaurant many times once you get hooked on the unique and complex flavors available.

The Chimayo Grill is incredible, set in one of the most wonderful and fun settings of Newport Beach, Fashion Island. They also now have a location in nearby Huntington Beach also. At either location you can enjoy a very relaxed atmosphere where you will feel comfortable and fit right in. You can enjoy your dinner and the wonderful dishes they create and not have to worry if you are holding the right fork. The restaurant is kid friendly and a setting that can be enjoyed by everyone so take the kids along for a family dinning experience to remember, or if you really want to live leave the kids with a babysitter and have a night of fun out on the town including dinner at Chimayo Grill.



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