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 decrepitude
   
Location: Norcal
Gender: Male
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< on 1/8/2014 12:08 AM >
|  | | | It's been a long year with not as many explores under my belt as I would have liked. I mulled this over for a couple months trying to come up with a way to find the time to fix my craving for exploration while balancing family and work duties and decided:
Fuck the holidays, its time for a road trip.
Dtew, Seedy, Spacetimecurvature and I went about making plans as I had mentioned some interest in some Socal locations they had already been to. With a good deal of back and forth and a little "sorry I wont be home for thanksgiving" we set things up.
There is nothing more exciting to me than to see places I haven't been and explore locations off the beaten track. This trip was the perfect way to satiate my craving for fresh terrain as well as to get some much needed personal space and breathing room away from the over-populated bay area.
We stopped in Bakersfield to take a peek at the old PG&E plant that killed one man and badly injured a few other folks in separate demo accidents. This place was obviously very much pissed-off at getting demoed.
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Info on the demo accidents:
http://www.youtube...atch?v=5N-6EcnsmxU
From there we hit a mine/ore processing location in the hills outside Bakersfield. Despite the waning daylight this location turned out to be pretty cool.
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My first time using a rock as a tri-pod. Notice the twine in the tunnel on the left. I was told there were about 40 miles of tunnels at this site. Not the place to get lost in.
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We then left to hit up a well known location near Barstow and do a bit of low-light/no light photography.
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We then got to the hotel and I had the traditional pepperoni Hot pocket and copious amounts of brew for Thanksgiving dinner. The next day we were off to explore a rather odd location with a quick stop in Palm Springs for lunch.
This site was quit the attraction up until the 90's when they were forced to close. It was partially raining on us all day but we tried to make the best of it. I really liked this location and hope to come back soon.
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An old case for some sort of portable power supply?
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After our soggy trip to the Xmas village we finally made our way out of the mountains and back into the desert to make camp at Salton sea. Arriving at dusk and while hastily setting up camp we watched the looming clouds and hoped for the best. We lucked out and as it cleared we decided to do a bit of night shooting and take advantage of the lack of light pollution this area is famous for. We went out on a nearby abandoned boat launch to see what we could capture.
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The next day we woke up a bit hung-over and groggy but ready to hit up the infamous Bombay beach area. In its heyday this lake and the surrounding areas were a thriving resort community and a destination for the southern California folks to fish, water ski and relax. Unfortunately the salinity of the lake continued to increase since its accidental creation in 1905. Later on it flooded several times taking out parts of some communities on the shoreline. The area never fully recovered economically or for recreation. This is also the lowest community in America at 223 feet below sea level
No, its not a missile.
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The dishes are done.
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Shortly after this picture was taken a local crazy decided to start harassing one of our group so we decided it was time for lunch at the only place in town. Thankfully they had Fat tire on tap since it felt like it was 100 degrees out despite it being the end of November. I could not imagine what its like during the summer.
The next day before heading to the other side of the lake we made a stop at a local rancheria which was not previously boarded up (according to my compatriots). This locations days are definitely numbered.
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On to Salton city, which was an even bigger mess than Bombay beach but with fewer crazy neighbors.
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There will be more images coming from everyone who participated in the Salton explore so stay posted.
Huge thanks go out to Seedy, Dtew and Spacetimecurvature for showing this desert rookie around. Thanks for looking!
Edit: words and stuff
[last edit 1/8/2014 12:09 AM by decrepitude - edited 1 times]
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relik
   
Location: 44.26126°,-88.41502° (Appleton, WI)
Gender: Male
There is no truth, Only a perspective.
| |  | Re: Salton sea explore and road trip.
<Reply # 1 on 1/8/2014 12:45 AM >
| | | | Very awesome stuff, dude! I'd explore over eating turkey any day!
"When it rains, just find bigger drains." |
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seedy
Location: Triad, North Carolina
Gender: Male
Won't eat you.
| | | Re: Salton sea explore and road trip.
<Reply # 2 on 1/8/2014 1:07 AM >
| | | | Posted by relik
Very awesome stuff, dude! I'd explore over eating turkey any day!
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We had turkey jerky....practically the same thing. LOL!
Architecture, nature, alcohol....
Space travel, Rock n Roll. |
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FastEddy
| | Re: Salton sea explore and road trip.
<Reply # 3 on 1/8/2014 2:26 AM >
| | | | All nice, but #16 FTW.
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Talisman
Location: Wherever I am when I'm not home.
Gender: Male
| | Re: Salton sea explore and road trip.
<Reply # 4 on 1/8/2014 3:16 AM >
| | | | Great pics D. I'm jealous. Looks like you guys had a blast.
What we get from this adventure is just sheer joy, and joy is, after all the end of life. We do not live to eat and make money, we eat and make money to be able to live. That is what life means and what life is for. - George Mallory. |
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Fusspot
Location: Bay Area, CA
Gender: Female
Because... REASONS!
| | Re: Salton sea explore and road trip.
<Reply # 5 on 1/8/2014 3:32 AM >
| | | | Looks like it was a great trip! #15-18 and #27 are my favorites. I want to pull up a tire in #17 and stare at that view for a long time.
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seedy
Location: Triad, North Carolina
Gender: Male
Won't eat you.
| | | Re: Salton sea explore and road trip.
<Reply # 6 on 1/8/2014 4:25 AM >
| | | | Posted by Fusspot
I want to pull up a tire in #17 and stare at that view for a long time.
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Next year. Lets make it a tradition!
Thanksgiving is always on a thursday, giving many a 5 day weekend!
No more driving home on Sunday though. We take monday off for the drive.
Architecture, nature, alcohol....
Space travel, Rock n Roll. |
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TRUE
Location: Nor-Cal
Gender: Male
"We shall not cease from exploration, and the end of all our exploring will be..."
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<Reply # 7 on 1/8/2014 4:30 AM >
| | | | That's some great stuff D. Can't wait to see everyone else's pics. Sucks that I couldn't make it on this trip. Next year for sure Seedy!
The Rebel Urban Explorer |
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Abby Normal
Location: Las Vegas
Gender: Female
| | | Re: Salton sea explore and road trip.
<Reply # 8 on 1/8/2014 4:44 AM >
| | | | Great set!! 15 - 17 are just stellar. (yep, that's a pun. A bad one at that...) I do love that you captured the Milky Way.
Seriously an off the hook explore!
Thanks for sharing.
Abby Normal
"Government is not a solution to our problem, government is the problem." Ronald Reagan |
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Phobia
| | Re: Salton sea explore and road trip.
<Reply # 9 on 1/8/2014 5:00 AM >
| | | | Good lookin'. Keep up the good work!
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RescueMe1060
Location: San Francisco
Gender: Male
Radioactivity, its in the air for you & me
| | Re: Salton sea explore and road trip.
<Reply # 10 on 1/8/2014 6:39 AM >
| | | | I really enjoy reading threads like this that tell a story and can take all of us on a photographic journey of different locations. Each photo is unique in its own respect. Thanks for sharing.
http://www.flickr....rescueme1060/sets/
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Austtie
Location: Ventura County
Gender: Male
| | | Re: Salton sea explore and road trip.
<Reply # 11 on 1/8/2014 6:57 AM >
| | | | Posted by RescueMe1060
I really enjoy reading threads like this that tell a story and can take all of us on a photographic journey of different locations. Each photo is unique in its own respect. Thanks for sharing.
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I agree. Seeing the various sites in sequence gives an interesting outlook on the expansiveness of this road trip. From the forest to the desert, every location was certainly unique.
The photography is phenomenal; I like the blend of indoor/outdoor black&white/color, day/night, etc. Great diversity.
https://www.flickr...otos/97773368@N06/
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DigitalDirtbag
Location: Boston/Cape Cod
Gender: Male
DigitalDirtbag
| |  | | Re: Salton sea explore and road trip.
<Reply # 12 on 1/8/2014 12:22 PM >
| | | | Off to the Salton Sea from Vegas next week... can't wait.
[last edit 1/8/2014 12:22 PM by DigitalDirtbag - edited 1 times]
I might be cool, but I'm far from a fan. |
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decrepitude
Location: Norcal
Gender: Male
| | Re: Salton sea explore and road trip.
<Reply # 15 on 1/9/2014 6:41 PM >
| | | | Posted by relik
Very awesome stuff, dude! I'd explore over eating turkey any day! |
Thanks, I totally agree.
Thanks eddy. If you look close you can see one of our crew in the bottom
| Great pics D. I'm jealous. Looks like you guys had a blast. |
It was a lot of driving but well worth it.
| I want to pull up a tire in #17 and stare at that view for a long time. |
I almost didn't work on this one but glad I did.
| We take monday off for the drive. |
I couldn't agree more.
| That's some great stuff D. Sucks that I couldn't make it on this trip. |
Lets start planning a spring trip. It would be even more fun with a larger crew.
| Seriously an off the hook explore! |
Thanks Abby. Glad you enjoyed the night shots!
Glad you like it. Thanks for looking.
| I really enjoy reading threads like this that tell a story and can take all of us on a photographic journey of different locations. |
Thanks dude. I tried my best to share this explore as best I could.
| The photography is phenomenal; I like the blend of indoor/outdoor black&white/color, day/night, etc. Great diversity. |
Thanks very much Austtie. That compliment made my week.
| Off to the Salton Sea from Vegas next week... can't wait. |
This area really exceeded my expectations. Have fun!
Awesome shots Dtew. The detail and clarity in 3, 5 and 7 are amazing. I especially love the house of mirrors shot. Can't wait to see Seedy's and STC's images.
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dtewsacrificial
Location: Bay Area, CA
Gender: Male
On my way out the door.
| | | Re: Salton sea explore and road trip.
<Reply # 16 on 1/10/2014 10:21 AM >
| | | | Re-posting, since I managed to finish PP'ing this set (exceeding expectations), and therefore can put them in order. And a new post buys myself 24 hours to add text. Sorry for the lack of organization, folks.
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Untitled by DtEWSacrificial, on Flickr
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Idle bees. by DtEWSacrificial, on Flickr
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Chasing the white rabbit. by DtEWSacrificial, on Flickr
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Space Trawler Yokel-to. by DtEWSacrificial, on Flickr
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Untitled by DtEWSacrificial, on Flickr
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Outside insides. by DtEWSacrificial, on Flickr
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Untitled by DtEWSacrificial, on Flickr
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Untitled by DtEWSacrificial, on Flickr
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Preferred parking. by DtEWSacrificial, on Flickr
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The desert cat. by DtEWSacrificial, on Flickr
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spacetimecurvature
Location: San Francisco
Gender: Female
| | | Re: Salton sea explore and road trip.
<Reply # 17 on 1/10/2014 8:52 PM >
| | | | Excellent writeup Decrepitude! Thanks for doing that. Here are a few of mine.
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insainly sound
Location: Bay Area, CA
Gender: Female
How'd we get here, and how are we getting out of here?!
| | | Re: Salton sea explore and road trip.
<Reply # 18 on 1/11/2014 4:52 PM >
| | | | Wow great work everyone! Really an inspirational thread to get folks (myself included) to head out to the desert....
Check out my photo blog! |
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dtewsacrificial
Location: Bay Area, CA
Gender: Male
On my way out the door.
| | | Re: Salton sea explore and road trip.
<Reply # 19 on 1/15/2014 2:53 AM >
| | | | Posted by insainly sound
Wow great work everyone! Really an inspirational thread to get folks (myself included) to head out to the desert....
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There's probably >90% that's unexplored/unphotographed, ranging from freshly/maybe-abandoned homes (my photos 14 & 15; we joked that the owner was possibly at the local bar, and here I am "exploring" this "abandonment"), to full-out ninja projects (aircraft boneyards, bomber carcasses in the middle of bombing ranges, etc.)
We're always constrained by itinerary and time, never possibilities. Some people make it a personal project.
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