Tag Archives: Felton Grove

1982 Flood: Felton Grove – “Soggy Survivors”

Janet Tipper, a reader of one of my other blogs, http://santacruzblogazine.com/ comments:

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Floods: Since 1791 – San Lorenzo River (4 pages)

This is a fascinating history of San Lorenzo River flooding, including Felton Grove and surrounding areas. Courtesy of MAH (Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History:

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Felton Grove History: 1880 Camping + 1892 Photo

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Then and Now: (2 photos) Circle Dr.

I first moved to Felton Grove in 1979. My then husband, 2 kids and I rented 535 River Rd. The idea was to save money to buy our first house. I’d been a Realtor for a year. We separated and … Continue reading

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Felton: New Display at Felton Bridge Park Kiosk

Check it out. Old photos or items of interest wanted for future displays. I’m still working on the final list of original volunteers from 1993 who helped make the park a reality. I hope you enjoy the new photo display! … Continue reading

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Felton Grove: 1950’s Swimming Hole

Felton Grove swimming hole at San Lorenzo River near Zayante Creek, circa 1950’s.

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1982 Flood: 529 River Rd

During the 1982 flood the Flores Family lived in this house in Felton Grove.

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Captain Ed’s: 1936 Felton Grove

More happy campers at Captain Ed’s, Felton Grove, 1936.

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Captain Ed’s Boyland: 1956

These 2 photos of the camp kitchen by local photographer Fredda Carr dated Aug. 1956 tell us that Captain Ed’s Boyland at Felton Grove continued on after the big flood of 1955. I have another photo showing Capt. Ed’s Boyland … Continue reading

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Captain Ed’s: 1956 Felton Grove

Captain Ed’s boys and their crosses at Captain Ed’s Boyland, Felton Grove. Photo taken by Fredda Carr Aug. 1956. Courtesy of the Museum of Art and History, Captain Ed Collection.

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Felton Grove: 1933 Lots for Sale

Felton Grove Auto Camp, located next to Felton Covered Bridge.

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Felton Grove History: 1890 Photo

1890 photo across from Felton Grove. The railroad tracks shown skirted the Grove.

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Felton Grove: Railroad Bridge 1920’s

This is a really cool image of the RR bridge next to the Felton Covered Bridge. It was generously donated by Ronnie Trubek from her amazing collection of SLV area history. Thanks Ronnie!

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Felton Grove: Roads 1983

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Houses in Felton Grove: 1982

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