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We serve the public with commercial, recreational, fishing, & coastal-related opportunities

09/02/2022

It’s going to be a HOT one, folks! Reliable sources are predicting sunny skies and temps in the triple digits with even 90s even here in Avila Beach! That means crowds. People will be coming in from all over to enjoy our beautiful shores. But that heat also means that the insides of our parked cars will average upwards of 120 to even 140 degrees! This is not a sustainable living environment for our furry friends. PLEASE DO NOT LEAVE YOUR PETS IN THE CAR. LEAVE THEM AT HOME INSTEAD.
Please keep in mind that:

• Dogs ARE allowed off-leash and under voice-command control on Olde Port Beach.
• Dogs ARE allowed off-leash and under voice-command control on Avila Beach but only before 10:00 a.m. and after 5:00 p.m. daily.
• NO dogs are allowed on Fisherman’s Beach.

Summer Heat Safety Tips for our 4-Legged Friends:
• CARS ARE NOT PET-FRIENDLY – The inside of a car, especially on a hot day is typically 20 to 30 degrees hotter than the temperature outside. That number goes up if you park in direct sunlight and/or leave the windows rolled up.
• SUN BURNS – Yes, even dogs can get sun burns. Their noses, bellies, and areas with particularly thinner fur are susceptible to the sun’s hot rays so it’s important to protect your pooch.
• SALT WATER – Your pup may be inclined to lap up the salty ocean water if he’s thirsty, but the salt, bacteria and parasites in the water can make them sick. Prevent your dog from drinking salt water by providing plenty of fresh water.
• HOT SAND/ASPHALT – If the sand or paved walkway is too hot for you to walk barefoot, then it’s too hot for your dog’s paw pads.
• HEATSTROKE SYMPTOMS – Heavy panting and bright red tongue, weakness, fatigue, rapid heart rate, vomiting. The saliva will be thick and sticky due to dehydration. When shock sets in, the pet may experience seizures and collapse which can be *fatal*. Seek veterinary care immediately.
PLEASE TAKE CARE OF YOUR PETS!!

06/17/2022

Dear Dads,

Thank you. As fathers, you nurture, teach and mentor your kids. You continue to hand down family traditions, knowledge, experience and life lessons that will help your children grow into (possibly) well-adjusted adults.

You are the kings of play wrestling, running around like maniacs, and tossing toddlers high into the air. Some may raise their eyebrows in alarm, but we know you are merely teaching your kids to be resilient and brave. (Its my story and I'm sticking to it.)

You are masters of corny jokes. Even though everyone around you may groan and roll their eyes, you know we love it. Keep on being awesome, dads. We’re laughing on the inside.

You exist to impart advice. Whether you’re coaching your kid's whole team or just offering some one-on-one instruction on how to solve a problem, for you it's a little bit love of the challenge, but mostly it's love for your kids. The way you lovingly show us right from wrong and even cheer us on from the sidelines lets us know that you had faith in us all along.

You are superheroes, protective and unafraid of instilling fear in anyone you think might wrong your child. From chasing away the bogeyman to making sure nobody picks on us at the playground, it’s always comforting to know that you have our back. And that never goes away.

You love every ugly, silly, broken, disgusting, mysterious and unidentifiable gift you have ever received for Father’s Day. Every dad eventually receives the dreaded unattractive neck-tie. And what does he do? He puts that bad boy on and he rocks it. He rocks it because he loves his kids and isn’t afraid to show it—even if the tie is really, truly, awful. Like battery-operated, flashing lights with a strobe feature awful. We love you for that.

There are so many reasons to love you, Dads. So many reasons to thank you. So many reasons to celebrate you. We hope that you have a Happy Father’s Day this Sunday and find a time to tell a dad joke or two. Get out there and embarrass your kids!

Fondly,
Your kids of all ages

11/12/2021

SLO County Air Pollution Control District Announces Prescribed Burn

The SLO County Air Pollution Control District will conduct a prescribed burn TODAY, Friday, November 12th on Diablo Canyon property near Point San Luis Lighthouse in Avila Beach.

The control district said the burn is consistent with the governor’s priority to reduce potential fire hazards in SLO County. The burn will consist of about 230 acres of grasslands and is being used to reduce future fire hazards in this area.

SLO County APCD staff, CAL FIRE and PG&E are working collaboratively to ensure that meteorological conditions are favorable so that smoke will not impact the community.

However, potential visible smoke may be seen by surrounding communities of SLO County. Children, the elderly, and those that already have a respiratory condition are advised to use caution if they smell smoke.

https://www.slocleanair.org

09/15/2021

It’s That Time Again! 🚤
California Boater Card Workshop
Hosted by your Coast Guard Auxiliary 07-61
October 16-17, 2021
8:30 AM - 12:30 PM

***Online via Zoom*** 💻

Cost is $30 including mailed course material

This workshop offers an in-depth and interesting boating safety course, and provides the knowledge needed to obtain a boating certificate.

Every person under the age of 40 years old operating a powerboat is REQUIRED to have a California Boater License this year.

Contact Joe Fram: [email protected] to register.

09/01/2021

Effective today, September 1, 2021, face coverings shall be worn, **regardless of vaccination status,** over the mouth and nose, in all indoor public settings, venues, gatherings, and workplaces, such as, but not limited to offices, retail stores, restaurants and bars,
fitness centers, theaters, museums, personal care services, family entertainment centers, conference centers and government offices serving the public.

This means that even if you are vaccinated, you must wear a mask inside again when visiting our office and any of the wonderful businesses at the Port - all of which remain open. For more information about the current mask mandate, please go to recoverslo.org.

Thank you for your cooperation!

08/19/2021

A great leader possesses a clear vision, is courageous, has integrity, honesty, humility and clear focus. Great leaders help people reach their goals, and take pride in the accomplishments of those they help along the way. Here at Port San Luis, we have a great leader.

Unfortunately, she has been temporarily waylaid by an illness.

Please join us in sending well-wishes, positive vibes, prayers if you pray (to whomever you pray) for Andrea Lueker, our fearless leader, and dearly missed friend. Get well soon!! 🤒

Cards, gifts, flowers, etc. can be sent to the main office and will be taken to Andrea ~1x/week.

06/30/2021

Wow! Another holiday weekend is nearly upon us! And it's a BIG ONE for summer and the beach.

We would like to see everyone have a fun, non-trashy and safe celebration. So while we celebrate our nation's independence from colonialism, let's keep in mind that due to extreme fire risk, ALL fireworks here in Avila are strictly prohibited, punishable by a fine of $2,000.

Additionally, any efforts we can all make in keeping trash off the beach will be immensely appreciated by everyone. If you bring it in, you take it out. There just is no reason at all, EVER, to leave trash on the beach.

We love this land, so let's keep it clean and fire-free!

05/17/2021

Bob Jones Trail – Octagon Barn, Ontario Road Entrance, Avila Beach Entrance, & PORT SAN LUIS!!

Ride the Bob Jones Trail and enter the raffle for Friends of the Bob Jones Trail swag (hats, mugs, stickers, and more – minimum 50 winners) and one of four Port San Luis Long-Sleeved T-Shirts when you scan the QR code at signs along the way.

What a beautiful way to get some fresh air, some exercise and some good work done for your community! And you might just ride away with a brand new electric bike or one of the Port's famous and fabulous long-sleeved logo shirts. 😃

Starting May 20th, you'll find the QR Code for the Port at the big anchor by the main office. Scan to enter the raffle and take a selfie while you're there. Maybe even send it to us @ [email protected]. We'd love to see all your happy, healthy faces! 🚴‍♀️🚴‍♂️🚴

https://rideshare.org/bikethere/

04/14/2021

Help us thank our PSL Harbor Patrol Officers and Lifeguards! Not only are they life savers, but they answer the call without expecting fanfare or recognition. They are brave, humble men and women and we, their co-workers at the District, are proud to call them colleagues and friends. Did you know:

On Saturday night, HP Officer Mat Horn and HP Officer Dax Theis in conjunction with Cal Fire rescued a person who had fallen roughly 40 feet from a cliff just east of Fossil Point to the water’s edge on the rocks, was injured, was stuck and had been calling for help for hours. Due to darkness of night and dangerous terrain, a water rescue was necessary. Harbor Patrol and rescue swimmers were able to bring the person back to safety and he was taken to the hospital with cuts, scrapes, possible broken bones and probable hypothermia. But that is one lucky and ALIVE guy!

And then on Sunday! Lifeguards Joe Gocke and Sean Martin were in LG headquarters in Avila Beach preparing for their shift when they heard a call go out regarding an unconscious woman at a home nearby. They grabbed their medbag and were first on the scene, immediately springing into action, assessing, compressing, preparing AED and continuing CPR until further assistance arrived. Harbor Patrol Officers Mat Horn (again!), Kyle Shaffer and Nikki Henderson were instrumental in additional scene assessment, retaining control of information and bystanders and allowing the medical professionals to work unimpeded. But those LIFE GUARDS!!! Wow! The patient was taken to French Hospital and is expected to make a full recovery.

That’s a 2 for 2 for our awesome Harbor Patrol and Lifeguards. I’m feeling pretty safe right about now.

Address

3950 Avila Beach Drive
Avila Beach, CA
93424

Telephone

+18055955400

Website

http://www.portsanluis.com/

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