RAM Day Trips

RAM Day Trips are on-hold during the Covid-19 restrictions. In the meantime here are some videos of local interest that you can enjoy from the safety and comfort of your home. For more information, email Hal Thilmony at hthilmon@yahoo.com

Virtual Day Trips

The video from the Dec 3, 2020 ECOSLO live event called “Curb to Compost” is now available for viewing. Mike DiMilo, the Education Program Coordinator for SLO County’s Integrated Waste Management Authority, discusses the local anaerobic digester in this informative 41 minute video.

History of the Dallidet Adobe produced for C-Span American History TV

Amtrak’s Coast Starlight passes through San Luis Obispo six days a week on it’s ride connecting Los Angeles and Seattle. This 45 minute video provides scenic views and informative commentary for the 1377 mile trip following the northbound route.

Jack San Filippo, Point San Luis Lighthouse program manager, shares the history of shipping activity at Avila Beach and the construction and operation of the Lighthouse in this informative C-Span video clip. On-site tours of the Lighthouse are currently suspended until further notice.

February 2020 Day Trip Big Success

Our first Day Trip outing for 2020 was a big success.

Nearly 40 RAM’s and guests participated in presentations at the Cal Poly Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (aka HotHouse). Executive Director John Townsend provided an overview of CIE’s mission and accomplishments. This was followed by discussions of two business ventures that have benefited from the CIE program. Sidney Collin demonstrated NexStride a walking assistant device for sufferers of Parkinson’s Disease from her company – De Oro Devices. David Bartolomucci discussed his company – Roopairs – a work order management platform connecting restaurants and equipment servicing companies.A delicious and lively lunch at Mestiza followed