Housing and Development Newsletter We inhaled the lilac fragrance of the very early blooming white ceanothus bushes, toyon and other hard chaparral flora revitalized by the recent, if scanty, rainfall. Chaparral plants exhibit a glorious intensity based on short periods of water for growth. I’ve taken my very young son to overnight at bonny Fish Creek Camp, and also led groups of Crane School adolescents here as well. There are two large sites, and the main one beneath a striking oak tree giant can handle three or four tents. There are two tables, but campers have moved them around to suit their specific needs. There is also a handy pit toilet.