MEXICO: Weekend expedition (Sept 8-10, 2006)

[TACODOC]

I've wanted to drive down to Mexico for a long time, ever since I saw Baja Taco's pictures and found this site... :coffee:

So, I was thinking, maybe we could organize an easy, short range expedition from San Diego down to say, Ensenada, or somewhere?
Somewhere we could travel to on a weekend, leave on a friday back on sunday. A working man's getaway if you will.
This would be great, no? :camping:

We have an experienced Baja guide to lead the group... Thanks to awalter for volunteering to lead! :arabia:

TRAVEL ITINERARY:

We will hit the coast Friday & camp. Saturday do some dirt & work our way up to the Sierra Juarez & make camp Saturday at Laguna Hanson, then head out for Tecate on Sunday for the crossing.

Anyone who wants to go and has never been, jump on here!

Let's go down to Mexico!!! :jump:

TRAVEL DATES:
Leave San Diego Friday, September 8th. Return Sunday, September 10th.

MEETING PLACE:
Meeting spot will be Longs Drug Store parking lot 444 E. San Ysidro Blvd. San Diego, CA

MEETING TIME:
Be there fueled up with your papers in order NLT 1100 for the drivers meeting.

GEAR LIST FOR MEXICO:
Four Wheel Drive Vehicle of your choice :D
AT/MT tires in good condition
Full size matching spare
Tire repair kit
First aid kit (meds if required)
Water/Food, enough for 4 days (just in case...:smilies27 )
Extra fuel
Recovery points, tow strap
Shovel/axe/gloves
Your tools/spares/fluids
Fire extinguisher
Flashlight
CB radio (2M optional)
GPS (optional)
Maps/compass
Shelter (whatever works for you)
Sleeping gear (whatever works for you)
A good camp chair
Cooking gear
Toiletries
Camera
Money is always good to have... :sombrero:
Mexican Insurance... :orngartis
Mexican Tourist Card... :costumed-smiley-007
Duct tape :D

THE KEY HERE IS SELF SUFFICIENCY!!!

HERE IS SOME REQUIRED READING: http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=469

10 VEHICLE LIMIT!
The Confirmed List:
1. awalter
2. 05TACODOC
3. Mlachica
4. eurorom
5. whitethaiger
6. blupaddler
7. Gear
8. flyingwil
9. dirtdog
10. Boston Mangler

TRIP IS FULL!!!

[awalter]

I'm more than happy to volunteer to lead a group for a weekend.

As of today, my first open weekend is 8/25, then 9/8, 9/30, 10/7, 10/28.

What time frame were you looking at?

Al

[TACODOC]

September is wide open :victory:

[BajaTaco]

I'm more than happy to volunteer to lead a group for a weekend.

Al is the man. Doc, I wouldn't pass up that offer if I were you! :D (or anyone else who has always wanted to go).


:campfire:

[BajaTaco]

Oh yea, I should also add that this trip could be a perfect excuse for anyone who is planning on getting a VHF 2-meter radio to get on the ball and get a license and get one installed. Al uses one and it is definitely the preferred method of comm's when on a trip with him.

[Technical disclaimer: An FCC technician's license is not valid for VHF 2M use in Mexico and a mexican permit is required... technically speaking. :orngartis ]

[TACODOC]

I'm more than happy to volunteer to lead a group for a weekend.

As of today, my first open weekend is 8/25, then 9/8, 9/30, 10/7, 10/28.

What time frame were you looking at?

Al

Al, it would be awesome if you could lead! :bowdown:
How about 9/8? :D
Leave SD Friday, September 8th, and return on Sunday, September 9th.

[TACODOC]

Al is the man. Doc, I wouldn't pass up that offer if I were you! :D (or anyone else who has always wanted to go).


:campfire:

Thanks, I'm taking him up on his offer!
Now I better get my comms squared away :box:

Now, if only we could get some other "Adventurers" to come and join us! ;)

[Mlachica]

I know I have a wedding to be in for the month of september, I just don't know which one. I'm definitely interested, given it's not scheduled the weekend of the wedding :archaeolo

[TACODOC]

I know I have a wedding to be in for the month of september, I just don't know which one. I'm definitely interested, given it's not scheduled the weekend of the wedding :archaeolo

Cool. This is still in the planning phase right now so the date is not written in stone yet. It looks like Al has a bunch of dates open as do I, so find out when your open! ;)

You and I + Al = :camping: :camping: :camping:

Now who else is coming with us???

[Mlachica]

Cool. This is still in the planning phase right now so the date is not written in stone yet. It looks like Al has a bunch of dates open as do I, so find out when your open! ;)

You and I + Al = :camping: :camping: :camping:

Now who else is coming with us???

I just checked and I'm available for all of the weekends that Al is available. I've been waiting for this opportunity for a long time now! :jumping: :campfire: :suning: :beer: :chowtime: :camping: what else?

[bigreen505]

I would love to join if I can find a way to make it work. I would be coming from Colorado. Guess I would need to get going on the 2M certification and installation.

[TACODOC]

I would love to join if I can find a way to make it work. I would be coming from Colorado. Guess I would need to get going on the 2M certification and installation.

JOIN US!!! :)

[awalter]

Thanks for the big build-up Chris. Hope I can live up to it.

What kind of trip should we put together? Driving dirt, finding a good beach/ocean front camp, historical, mounitains?

I would assume camping for both nights & cross back in Tecate.

Maybe we can get some more interest by starting with a date say 9/8.

[bigreen505]

Want kind of trip should we put together? Driving dirt, finding a good beach/ocean front camp, historical, mounitains?

My vote if I have one (again, not sure I can make it), would be #2.

[TACODOC]

9/8 sounds good, and a good beach sounds great :camping:

[LexusAllTerrain]

I am interested in this trip,it would give me an opportunity to visit my father ( San Diego / Tijuana area ), and my wifes birthday is on 9/10 so I will probably stay longer, are we planning to go to Bahia de los Angeles or would that be too far? I will have 7 days to play. However I am a player and open for part-time or full-time fun.:)

Here are some pictures of the area...:jumping:

[TACODOC]

Nice pics!
We're trying to work this out so we can get max participation from those here that want to 'wheel / surf more than just the web :rolleyes:
So, we're trying to leave SD on a friday and return sunday evening :sunny:
We'd love to have you along!

[SinCity4r]

I'd be very interested however I have a 4 day trip on the Mojave Rd planned for the following weekend :(

[Scenic WonderRunner]

I'm interested..............

But I have two issues.

I need a truck that works!.......UG!

And I'm hoping to do Colorado August/Sept.

I'm just 40 miles from the border.....north county san diego......so no problem if the stars align!!!!!!!!!

I've been promised my truck working so many times.........and so many times it's just not working right.......that I should almost never look at this site again until my truck is working!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I only get intermitent periods of bliss with my truck.....unaware of the underlaying problems until later!

"somebody help me"...................!:rolleyes: :rolleyes: :rolleyes:

[TACODOC]

I'm interested..............

But I have two issues.

I need a truck that works!.......UG!

And I'm hoping to do Colorado August/Sept.

I'm just 40 miles from the border.....north county san diego......so no problem if the stars align!!!!!!!!!

I've been promised my truck working so many times.........and so many times it's just not working right.......that I should almost never look at this site again until my truck is working!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I only get intermitent periods of bliss with my truck.....unaware of the underlaying problems until later!

"somebody help me"...................!:rolleyes: :rolleyes: :rolleyes:

Well, it would be nice if you could go!!!
Even if the "WonderRunner" is still in drydock I'm sure one of us here may need a copilot... or a trail lackey... :hehe: :elkgrin:

We could use an experienced hand like you!
This trip is a great way for people here to meet and greet, and a great chance for new people here to try the "Expedition" thing, myself included!
:suning: :campfire:

It would be awesome if you could go, the more the merrier! :jump:

[articulate]

I'm interested..............

"somebody help me"...................!:rolleyes: :rolleyes: :rolleyes:

I'm interested, too. Sheesh, this stuff is cool. September 8 was Al's suggestion. I'm going to stay tuned.

Rock-n-roll.

Mark

[LexusAllTerrain]

Mark it would be nice to meet you in person, I hope we can work all this out!
plus the slow season starts in September if I am correct, so let's just do it!:luxhello:

[LexusAllTerrain]

[QUOTE]So, we're trying to leave SD on a friday and return sunday evening
/QUOTE]

Would that be Friday morning, or afternooon?

[TACODOC]

[QUOTE]So, we're trying to leave SD on a friday and return sunday evening
/QUOTE]

Would that be Friday morning, or afternooon?

I can most likely duck out of work quite early considering the occasion... :hehe:

Whatever Al thinks is prudent for a start time, we'll leave it up to El Jefe... :ylsmoke:

[TACODOC]

I'm interested, too. Sheesh, this stuff is cool. September 8 was Al's suggestion. I'm going to stay tuned.

Rock-n-roll.

Mark

Woo Hoo!!! :D

This is going to be a great time! :chowtime: :beer: :shakin: :camping:

[flyingwil]

Sounds like some fun... I do not know my schedule that far away, but as time comes closer, I will know!

I really want to go, and might have to drag the wife along. She is begging me for another Mexico trip! :victory:

[Mlachica]

9/8 sounds good, and a good beach sounds great :camping:

:camping: and :suning: sounds perfect! Sounds like we'll have a decent turn out!

Maybe it'd be good to update the first post and possibly add some minimal requirements and some suggestions? These are just ramblings, I think 'el jefe' will have final call. Things such as a full size spare, 4wd, your own stuff to survive, mexican insurance...what do you think?

[LexusAllTerrain]

:victory: :victory: :victory: :victory: :victory: :D :sunny: :sunny: :wavey: :wavey: :

[bigreen505]

:camping: and :suning: sounds perfect! Sounds like we'll have a decent turn out!

Maybe it'd be good to update the first post and possibly add some minimal requirements and some suggestions? These are just ramblings, I think 'el jefe' will have final call. Things such as a full size spare, 4wd, your own stuff to survive, mexican insurance...what do you think?

Great idea. I'll be the first to admit that I don't have a clue about what is necessary for a trip there -- even the most basic and obvious requirements would probably never cross my mind.

[blupaddler]

I might be up for a short weekend. This is the weekend AFTER labor day right?


Also, like others have said, get a 2m! Because, just like Al says, "CB radio sucks!"

:victory:



Al...very nice of you to volunteer. Hard to believe your free weekends don't start until then. Or do you have "secret" trips planned?
:p

[awalter]

For starters, your going to need about the same supplies & equipment that you would need spending a weekend in the desert & being self contained. Food, water, refreshments, camping gear.

Probably not necessary, but I always carry an extra 5 gallons of gas, you never know.

At a minimum you should have a working CB. I prefer 2-meter, but I realize not everybody will have one.

Mexican insurance is a must. It is available on the internet or at kiosks near the border. I prefer to carry pesos, but dollars are excepted everywhere. It is usually easier making sure your change is correct, if you don't have to calculate the exchange rate. Cambio's (money exchange houses) are available near the border.

Legally, Tourist Cards will be required. Do most folks going down to where we will be going have them, probably not. I can give more info on this later.

I would recommend crossing the border on Friday between the hours of 10 AM to 2 PM. We will need 3-4 hrs to get to a descent camp spot, & we will want to miss rush hour traffic.

More to come

[TACODOC]

I have updated the first post with a basic gear list :ylsmoke:

[awalter]

I might be up for a short weekend. This is the weekend AFTER labor day right?

Al...very nice of you to volunteer. Hard to believe your free weekends don't start until then. Or do you have "secret" trips planned?
:p


You are correct, after Labor Day, time to take a weekend off.

Robb, I've finally decided I had to catch up with house & yard work. Have been busy with that since Memorial Day weekend. The only thing I've done since El Golfo is a half day trip down to the Otay Mountains. Have family coming out the end of this month & then I plan on being gone an average of 3 out of 4 weekends.

Do have a couple of side trips already planned for July & August as you have guessed.

[whitethaiger]

I'll also be watching this trip and may join if there is room and it fit's into our schedule.

[Mlachica]

I'll also be watching this trip and may join if there is room and it fit's into our schedule.

That would be awesome!

[LexusAllTerrain]

Ok. so we have...

1st-AWALTER- leader-2000 Tacoma

2nd-05TACODOC-2005 Tacoma

3rd-Mlachica-2002 Tacoma

4th-bigreen505-1999 Trooper

5th-eurorom-1997 Lx-450

6th-articulate-2005 Frontier

7th-blupaddler-1994 Landcruiser

8th-whitethaiger-1995 4runner

9th-flyingwil-2001 Tacoma

10th-scenic wanderrunner-1988 4runner

Looking very good!:clapsmile

[TACODOC]

Ok. so we have...

1st-AWALTER- leader-2000 Tacoma

2nd-05TACODOC-2005 Tacoma

3rd-Mlachica-2002 Tacoma

4th-bigreen505-1999 Trooper

5th-eurorom-1997 Lx-450

6th-articulate-2005 Frontier

7th-blupaddler-1994 Landcruiser

8th-whitethaiger-1995 4runner

9th-flyingwil-2001 Tacoma

10th-scenic wanderrunner-1988 4runner

Looking very good!:clapsmile

Thanks eurorom!

Those of you listed here, please PM me to confirm your spot or to express tentative plans to attend!
I will list our expedition manifest in the first post :D

[TACODOC]

Here are two options for destinations, post up your feedback please!

Option 1.
We can hit the coast Friday & establish a camp base. Stay until Sunday exploring the area, then head north crossing at Tecate.

Option 2.
We would hit the coast Friday & camp. Saturday do some dirt & work our way up to the Sierra Juarez & make camp Saturday at Laguna Hanson, then head out for Tecate on Sunday for the crossing.

[Scenic WonderRunner]

I'm interested..............


"somebody help me"...................!:rolleyes: :rolleyes: :rolleyes:



YES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


Yesterday was my Birfday! (insert happy birfday smiley here)..............and I got the best Birthday phone call ever!

Mr. "SWR" ......"this is Mr. Sucky's pretend engine rebuild shop...........your 4Runner is ready, you can pick it up now!"

Does this mean that the stars have aligned and the SWR is all fixed once and for all after my 9 month engine rebuild ORDEAL?........!!!!!!!!!!

The last thing to do is recharge the R~12 Freon.....because Mr. Sucky....Sucked it all out!!!!!.....UG! (R~12 = $60 bucks per pound!)

So I would love to fit Baja in there somewhere before or after Colorado.

I'm also hoping to do Monache Meadows and some other goodies.... sometime before the snow starts falling again.


~Mark

[TACODOC]

El Jefe says we must limit ourselves to 8 vehicles.
So, please PM me to confirm your spot, and check the list in the first post for availablity!

[Mlachica]

Here are two options for destinations, post up your feedback please!

Option 1.
We can hit the coast Friday & establish a camp base. Stay until Sunday exploring the area, then head north crossing at Tecate.

Option 2.
We would hit the coast Friday & camp. Saturday do some dirt & work our way up to the Sierra Juarez & make camp Saturday at Laguna Hanson, then head out for Tecate on Sunday for the crossing.

I'm leaning towards option 1 but would be happy with either. I found some pics of sierra jaurez that look pretty nice, I think I'm just in the mood for the beach!

[LexusAllTerrain]

I prefer the beach! and desert!:victory:

I wonder about the trail rating? Would my vehicle make it?

[articulate]

I prefer the beach! and desert!:victory:

I wonder about the trail rating? Would my vehicle make it?
As the new mantra of any self-respecting ExPo member confirms: That vehicle can handle any trail in Baja so long as it has the proper mod - a fridge.

...and it has the doors shut. :)

[Scenic WonderRunner]

I just now drove home and tucked the SWR in his spot in the garage!......:jumping:

On the 40 miles trip home.....she ran great!

.....oh wait!.....is it a he or a she?!! maybe we can decide that in Baja.....:rolleyes:

They found out that on the last Feb. to April rebuild..........the cams were cut wrong not allowing the valves to open properly and this was the Terrible low power issue.

They claim they fixed all oil leaks.

I EVEN got a NEW Power Steering Pump complete for free........because they Smashed mine!.......LOL

I think if I keep taking my truck back there......pretty soon I will have a free ground up restoration....:shakin: ........not that it needs one anytime soon!

So I really want to do this trip.

I need to work out the Colorado Dates.........and a few other trip dates.

If I'm the 9th vehicle.....I can just follow REALLY far back and hide in the bushes at camp!..........:( ..........:smilies27


.....hehe

[Mlachica]

If I'm the 9th vehicle.....I can just follow REALLY far back and hide in the bushes at camp!..........:( ..........:smilies27
.....hehe

LOL that is freakin funny!

Congratulations on the truck, hopefully the whole ordeal is finished...

[TACODOC]

If I'm the 9th vehicle.....I can just follow REALLY far back and hide in the bushes at camp!..........:( ..........:smilies27


.....hehe

:xxrotflma :xxrotflma :xxrotflma :xxrotflma :xxrotflma :xxrotflma :xxrotflma

[TACODOC]

I'm heading up into the Ortegas for the weekend, I'll catch up with everyone here Sunday... Gotta Go!

:sunny: :camping:

[OverlandZJ]

Damn....on the wrong coast again. :Wow1: :suning:

[TACODOC]

Man, it was HOT in the Ortegas! :sunny:

I have answered all PM's from the weekend.

Here is the UPDATED LIST:

The Confirmed List:
1. awalter
2. 05TACODOC
3. Mlachica
4. eurorom
5. whitethaiger
6. ScenicWonderRunner
7.
8.

The Maybe List:
1. articulate
2. blupaddler
3. bigreen505
4. bostonmangler

[Mlachica]

woooohoooooooo:exclaim:

C'mon you big maybe's!

[Boston Mangler]

If there is room, i would like to join this group depending on the dates.

Have the dates been solidified yet?

p.s. i have a very cool secret camp spot that i will share with the group (after proper confidentiality agreements are signed, :D ). It is just south of Erindera and has wheeling, surfing, cool rock climbing all in one little place, very private as well.

Thanks

[Scenic WonderRunner]

OK......DOC!

Put me on the "I'm going" List.........

so I won't have to hide in the bushes!....:elkgrin:


I'm logging it here and will send you a PM.


~Mark

[Boston Mangler]

I'd be very interested however I have a 4 day trip on the Mojave Rd planned for the following weekend :(

Oh Cmon Now, i have a 5 day trip to San Quintin planned for the following weekend! Suck It Up! ;)

[Mlachica]

p.s. i have a very cool secret camp spot that i will share with the group (after proper confidentiality agreements are signed, :D ). It is just south of Erindera and has wheeling, surfing, cool rock climbing all in one little place, very private as well.

All right, you're in! Oh wait, I thought I was callin the shots...sorry. :hehe:


OK......DOC!

Put me on the "I'm going" List.........

so I won't have to hide in the bushes!....:elkgrin:


I'm logging it here and will send you a PM.


~Mark

Saaweeet, time to let the runner free:victory:

[TACODOC]

We're fillin' up fast! :Wow1:

Maybe Al (El Jefe) will allow 10... :luxhello:
Or maybe not... :(

Al???

HERE IS SOME REQUIRED READING FOR EVERYONE: http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=469

[Scenic WonderRunner]

Oh No!

I just read Scott's list of requirements for travel in Mexico. (http://www.expeditionswest.com/resources/Travel_information/baja_travel.html)

At this time.....

I do NOT have a current Passport.......nor can I find my birth Certificate (it's lost at my home in Hawaii and I'm not there to find it)!

Am I outta luck for this trip?

[TACODOC]

Stand by for an update on trip requirements.

[Scenic WonderRunner]

U.S. DEPARTMENT of STATE


New Requirements for Travelers (http://travel.state.gov/travel/cbpmc/cbpmc_2223.html)



When will the Travel Initiative be implemented?

In the proposed implementation plan, which is subject to a period of initial public comment, the Initiative will be rolled out in phases, providing as much advance notice as possible to the affected public to enable them to meet the terms of the new guidelines. The proposed timeline will be as follows:

December 31, 2006 – Requirement applied to all air and sea travel to or from Canada, Mexico, Central and South America, the Caribbean, and Bermuda.

December 31, 2007 – Requirement extended to all land border crossings as well as air and sea travel.





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[TACODOC]

U.S. DEPARTMENT of STATE


New Requirements for Travelers (http://travel.state.gov/travel/cbpmc/cbpmc_2223.html)




.

Good info, thanks for posting that!

[Boston Mangler]

U.S. DEPARTMENT of STATE


New Requirements for Travelers (http://travel.state.gov/travel/cbpmc/cbpmc_2223.html)




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Note the dates those become effective though! :D

[TACODOC]

Note the dates those become effective though! :D

Thankfully, new rules do not apply this trip... :victory:

[TACODOC]

p.s. i have a very cool secret camp spot that i will share with the group (after proper confidentiality agreements are signed, :D ). It is just south of Erindera and has wheeling, surfing, cool rock climbing all in one little place, very private as well.

Now that you are confirmed, where do we sign? :elkgrin:

[Boston Mangler]

Now that you are confirmed, where do we sign? :elkgrin:

I would like to run it by Al first and see if its any the area he is planning on leading us through!

Thanks

[awalter]

Legally speaking, a Mexican Tourist Card is required for each person on this trip. In order to obtain a tourist card you must have either a passport or your original birth cirtificate. The reason a tourist card is required is because we will be going south of Ensenada about 60-70 miles. What is the chance that you will be asked to show the tourist card? Probably .5-.05%. If you are staying 7 days or less in Mexico, there is no charge for the tourist card. I usually get a tourist card that is valid for 180 days, & costs around $20. They are available at the consulate in San Diego or at the Immigration Office at the border crossing.

A vehicle permit is not required in Baja.

Mexican Insurance is required.

[TACODOC]

Group vehicle limit has been increased to 10! ;)
First post has been updated.

PM me ASAP with your vote on the trip destination:
Option 1.
We can hit the coast Friday & establish a camp base. Stay until Sunday exploring the area, then head north Sunday crossing at Tecate.

Option 2.
We would hit the coast Friday & Camp. Saturday do some dirt & work our way up to the Sierra Juarez & make camp Saturday at Laguna Hanson, then head out for Tecate on Sunday for the crossing.

Cast your votes now! :victory:

[LexusAllTerrain]

Option # 1:victory:

[LexusAllTerrain]

Option # 2:victory: :coffee:

In reality I am open for suggestions!;)

[TACODOC]

I am leaning towards Option #2 as I feel it offers more diversity of sights and terrain. :cool:
But, this is a Democratic process and I await your votes...

[Boston Mangler]

Option 2.
We would hit the coast Friday & Camp. Saturday do some dirt & work our way up to the Sierra Juarez & make camp Saturday at Laguna Hanson, then head out for Tecate on Sunday for the crossing.
Cast your votes now! :victory:

I vote for option 2, as i would rather not leave my gear unattended while we explore.

Also, there is no way in Heck i will be crossing the border in Tecate again! I will be crossing back over in Otay.

Where do we plan to meet friday AM?

[awalter]

Let me confuse the issue on the voting.
With Option 1, we will relocate our camp for Saturday night.
Option 1 we will stay on the coast.
Option 2 will put us in the mountains for Saturday night.

[LexusAllTerrain]

Well it seems like we may spend Friday exploring on the coast of Camalu/ San Quentin, then moving on to Sierra Juarez on Saturday.
How am I doing.

[Boston Mangler]

I am up for whatever.

Either way, after a bad experience, i do not leave gear unattended, and will be breaking down camp whether we stay put or move. :D

I will be doing a 5 day trip to San Quintin the following weekend as well! :smiley_drive:

[blupaddler]

I prefer the ocean.

OR

Whatever...surprise me. Al knows his stuff.

:camping:

[awalter]

OK, here we go with the peoples choice of Option 2.

Friday 9/8/06 - Meet at 11 AM Longs Drugs parking lot 444 E. San Ysidro Blvd. San Diego, CA for a short drivers meeting. Insurance & money exchange available if not already handled.

Departure at 11:30 AM for border crossing.

Follow Mex 1 south for approximately 95 miles to Ejido Ajusco & head west. There will be 3 tolls to pay @ under $3.00 each.

Follow graded dirt road west for approximately 15 miles to Los Alisitos & turn south.

Follow dirt road south for approximately 18 miles via Rancho Viejo, La Bocana de Viejo, Punta San Jose(noted surf spot), Las Chivas to Punta Cabras & camp.

Saturday 9/9/06 - Depart 9 AM or so & head out north via Las Codornices & Nativo del Valle to Santo Tomas & pavement at Mex 1, approximately 15 miles.

Head north on Mex 1 for aprroximately 30 miles to Ensenada & turn right on Mex 3. Head east on Mex 3 for approximately 26 miles to Ojos Negros & head north.

Heading east & then north on dirt via El Coyote, La Huerta, La Rosa de Castilla, San Pedro, Agua de la Piedra & Laguna Juarez(Laguna Hanson) & camp, approximately 40 miles. Possible fee area.

Sunday 9/10/06 - Depart 9-10 AM & head north for pavemant at La Romorosa approximately 40 miles.

Head west for Tecate & the border crossing approximately 40 miles. There is a toll road available to use if pressed for time.

One can expect anywhere from a 1-3 hour wait to cross the border on a Sunday. It doesn't really matter which one you use, San Ysidro, Otay, Tecate or Mexicali, they all suck.

Head north on Rte 188 to SR94 & west for San Diego. I usually stop at the Barrett Junction Cafe for their "Fish Fry" on my way back to San Diego. It is outstanding.

Hit me with any questions.

[blupaddler]

:jump:


Yeah, Punta Cabras!!!

YOU R the MAN AL. This sounds like it will be fun!

[LexusAllTerrain]

I found this great link to La Cabra
http://marbleless.smugmug.com/gallery/1339525/1/63180733

We are going to have some fun!:1888fbbd:

[TACODOC]

This is gonna be muey bueno, amigos!
:wings: :truck: :costumed-smiley-007

BTW, the new smilies here on ExPo are cool!

[Mlachica]

:peepwall: :iagree:

[Gear]

Well everyone I am interested in going if there is room or someone drops out. I'll bring the Chaser trailer. :cool:

Justin
2003 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon
2006 Adventure Trailers Chaser #15

[Boston Mangler]

Well everyone I am interested in going if there is room or someone drops out. I'll bring the Chaser trailer. :cool:

Justin
2003 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon
2006 Adventure Trailers Chaser #15

Hey Justin,

Feel free to take my spot! I will be heading down there the following weekend as well and dont want to be selfish and take in too much baja while others have none! :ylsmoke: That might anger the Baja gods! :violent-smiley-031:

I will attend this event only at the last minute if there is room! If others want to go that havent been, please take a spot before me!

:jump:

[Gear]

It looks like there is room for both of us. You can't get out that easily.:violent-smiley-031:

Justin

[Boston Mangler]

It looks like there is room for both of us. You can't get out that easily.:violent-smiley-031:

Justin

Coolio! Still, i will only go if others dont fill the spot!

Cant piss off the Baja gods or all hell will break loose! :hehe:

[TACODOC]

Gear, you are on the list. And so is Boston Mangler so dont let him back out on us now... :violent-smiley-031:

[Boston Mangler]

Gear, you are on the list. And so is Boston Mangler so dont let him back out on us now... :violent-smiley-031:

Ha! Hey Dave, check your email man!

Also, put me on the maybe list please

Thanks

[TACODOC]

Ha! Hey Dave, check your email man!

Also, put me on the maybe list please

Thanks

OK...
WHICH email??? :mixed-smiley-030:

Evidently, I have too many...

[Boston Mangler]

OK...
WHICH email??? :mixed-smiley-030:

Evidently, I have too many...

david.m.bennett2 "at" usmc.mil

[TACODOC]

david.m.bennett2 "at" usmc.mil

Ahhh, yes, that one. I spend about 80% of my life at work it seems. My email was 100% caught up on friday at 1500...

Wont be checking that one til Monday! :hehe:
PM me here if you need something before then.

[Boston Mangler]

I am going to have to back out on this one guys, sorry! :frown:

Its too close to my San Quintin trip and the dates for Skillets proposed trip work better for me.

Have fun!

:campfire: :camping: :beer:

[Scenic WonderRunner]

I am going to have to back out on this one guys, sorry! :frown:

Its too close to my San Quintin trip and the dates for Skillets proposed trip work better for me.

Have fun!

:campfire: :camping: :beer:

Kevin..........

I don't think you can back out on this............

I tried too............!

But my name is stuck on the "makin' the trip" list!....:sombrero:........ :friday:

I got scared out with AL's post about the "Tourist Card".

I felt we were going to need that thing.

I don't have a current passport and I can't find my birth cert.

My last passport is over 15+ years old..............so I think I may even NEED a birth cirt. to even get a NEW Passport. Anyone know the answer to this?

[alky350]

:campfire: i think im on the list.....david? :littlefriend:

[Scott Brady]

As the new mantra of any self-respecting ExPo member confirms: That vehicle can handle any trail in Baja so long as it has the proper mod - a fridge.

...and it has the doors shut. :)

:p

[TACODOC]

:campfire: i think im on the list.....david? :littlefriend:

Settle down, no ones being left behind (yet) :costumed-smiley-007

Check the first post!

[Mlachica]

Almost time.....:jumping: are we still excited or what?

[LexusAllTerrain]

Oh! Yeah!
:rockon:

[TACODOC]

:smiley_drive: :truck: :camping:

[flyingwil]

:iagree:

[Boston Mangler]

Again, i will not be attending this event! :mad:

[LexusAllTerrain]

Again, i will not be attending this event! :mad:

I hope you can make it soon!

10 VEHICLE LIMIT!
The Confirmed List:
1. awalter
2. 05TACODOC
3. Mlachica
4. eurorom
5. whitethaiger
6. blupaddler
7. Gear
8. alky350


:peepwall:

[flyingwil]

I hope you can make it soon!

10 VEHICLE LIMIT!
The Confirmed List:
1. awalter
2. 05TACODOC
3. Mlachica
4. eurorom
5. whitethaiger
6. blupaddler
7. Gear
8. alky350


:peepwall:

Hey What about me!? I am soo in! ... even if I have to call out sick for work!

[TACODOC]

Hey What about me!? I am soo in! ... even if I have to call out sick for work!

You're on the list Amigo! :sombrero:

[TACODOC]

2 spots left for this trip... :jump:

BUMP FOR MEXICO!

[Gear]

Questions for the man in charge (Al). On Fridays camp spot do we have an ETA at Punta Cabras. If so are we right on the water, possible water sports invovled, ie sea kayaking, swimming. Does anyone have any pictures. I'm getting excited. Anyone bring a mtn. bike for exploring during the down time.

Just some ideas. :friday:

[Boston Mangler]

Just an FYI, i heard on the news there have been several "Chupacabra" sightings throughout Baja!

Be careful of the Chupacabra! :ar15:

[Scenic WonderRunner]

Just an FYI, i heard on the new there have been several "Chupacabra" sightings throughout Baja!

Be careful of the Chupacabra! :ar15:


What the HELL is THIS!!!!!!!!!!!

...and just when I thought it was safe to travel Off Road!!!!!!!!!!!


Chupacabra............... (http://rds.yahoo.com/_ylt=A0SO5p98at5ERX4AmJ63lcYF;_ylu=X3oDMTE1amtqZjl rBGNvbG8DZQRsA1dTMQRwb3MDMwRzZWMDc3IEdnRpZANTUE9UX zE-/SIG=11r95fcnm/EXP=1155513340/**http%3a//www.elchupacabra.com/whatis.html)




...........I'm Doomed............!:friday:

[TACODOC]

Not the dreaded Chupacabra! :gunt:

[Scott Brady]

Chubaca? Chimichanga?

[Scenic WonderRunner]

Not the dreaded Chupacabra! :gunt:



YES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

..........and now I'm pretty scared!!!!!!!!!!!!!


...are you guys trying to get me killed!!!!!!!!!!......Eaten!!!!!!!!


Lucky thing I'm headed up to Colorado!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

You guys are Scarey!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


http://www.elchupacabra.com/whatis_files/chupaforsite.GIF






3 entries found for eaten.
eat ( P ) Pronunciation Key (t)
v. ate, (t) eat·en, (tn) eat·ing, eats
v. tr.

To take into the body by the mouth for digestion or absorption.
To take in and absorb as food: a plant that eats insects; a cell that eats bacteria.
To include habitually or by preference in one's diet: a bird that eats insects, fruit, and seeds; stopped eating red meat on advice from her doctor.
To destroy, ravage, or use up by or as if by ingesting: “Covering news in the field eats money” (George F. Will).
To erode or corrode: waves that ate away the beach; an acid that eats the surface of a machine part.
To produce by or as if by eating: Moths ate holes in our sweaters.
Slang. To absorb the cost or expense of: “You can eat your loss and switch the remaining money to other investment portfolios” (Marlys Harris).
Informal. To bother or annoy: What's eating him?
Vulgar slang. To perform oral sex on.




..............LOL.......:yikes:

[Scott Brady]

chichen itza?

[TACODOC]

Chalupa? :costumed-smiley-007

[datrupr]

:xxrotflma :xxrotflma

I had an encounter with one while just in Puerto Vallarta. I fought it off with a pinata and an El Jimador Bottle. Sorry, did not have my camera with me, otherwise I would have posted a picture of it. Luckily, I did not spill any of the tequila, and the pinata was empty.:costumed-smiley-007

[LexusAllTerrain]

Questions for the man in charge (Al). On Fridays camp spot do we have an ETA at Punta Cabras. If so are we right on the water, possible water sports invovled, ie sea kayaking, swimming. Does anyone have any pictures. I'm getting excited. Anyone bring a mtn. bike for exploring during the down time.

Just some ideas. :friday:

Here is a link to some picture in Las Cabras, great area!:ylsmoke:
http://marbleless.smugmug.com/gallery/1339525/1/63180733


As for the Chupacabras???? I am sure we can play with Them!:jumping: :jumping: :jumping: :rockon: :rockon: :rockon:

[awalter]

Questions for the man in charge (Al). On Fridays camp spot do we have an ETA at Punta Cabras. If so are we right on the water, possible water sports invovled, ie sea kayaking, swimming. Does anyone have any pictures. I'm getting excited. Anyone bring a mtn. bike for exploring during the down time.

Just some ideas. :friday:


Assuming we have no hold-up at the border, we will need 4 hrs +or- to get to Punta Cabras. Should have around 3 hours of dalyight to play. Any stops along the way will shorten that time, or we could plan to depart earlier. I'm open for whatever(almost).

[TACODOC]

Assuming we have no hold-up at the border, we will need 4 hrs +or- to get to Punta Cabras. Should have around 3 hours of dalyight to play. Any stops along the way will shorten that time, or we could plan to depart earlier. I'm open for whatever(almost).

We need a group consensus on our meeting place and departure time.
I am requesting early liberty on friday, when do you guys want to meet? :costumed-smiley-007

[awalter]

Meeting spot will be Longs Drug Store parking lot 444 E. San Ysidro Blvd. San Diego, CA.

[Gear]

Miles and I can be there anytime. Just let us know what is decided. If possible I think earlier is better.

[ChuckB]

Doc,

Wish I could make it but I'm PCS'ing to Hawaii that weekend. I would really like to meet everyone. Make you sure you get to the SD meet n greet on the 29th!!

[TACODOC]

Doc,

Wish I could make it but I'm PCS'ing to Hawaii that weekend. I would really like to meet everyone. Make you sure you get to the SD meet n greet on the 29th!!

Awww, stop crying about being shipped of to hardship duty in Hawaii... :088:

We'll post up lots of pics, see ya at the meet and greet! :chowtime:

[ChuckB]

Awww, stop crying about being shipped of to hardship duty in Hawaii... :088:



I'm crying on the inside :wings: :rockon: :wings:

[TACODOC]

Meeting spot will be Longs Drug Store parking lot 444 E. San Ysidro Blvd. San Diego, CA.

I can be there by 1300 (1 pm) :violent-smiley-031:

[flyingwil]

I am in for any time to meet up the way I figure the earlier the better.

[LexusAllTerrain]

OK, here we go with the peoples choice of Option 2.

Friday 9/8/06 - Meet at 11 AM Longs Drugs parking lot 444 E. San Ysidro Blvd. San Diego, CA for a short drivers meeting. Insurance & money exchange available if not already handled.

Departure at 11:30 AM for border crossing.

Follow Mex 1 south for approximately 95 miles to Ejido Ajusco & head west. There will be 3 tolls to pay @ under $3.00 each.

Follow graded dirt road west for approximately 15 miles to Los Alisitos & turn south.

Follow dirt road south for approximately 18 miles via Rancho Viejo, La Bocana de Viejo, Punta San Jose(noted surf spot), Las Chivas to Punta Cabras & camp.

Saturday 9/9/06 - Depart 9 AM or so & head out north via Las Codornices & Nativo del Valle to Santo Tomas & pavement at Mex 1, approximately 15 miles.

Head north on Mex 1 for aprroximately 30 miles to Ensenada & turn right on Mex 3. Head east on Mex 3 for approximately 26 miles to Ojos Negros & head north.

Heading east & then north on dirt via El Coyote, La Huerta, La Rosa de Castilla, San Pedro, Agua de la Piedra & Laguna Juarez(Laguna Hanson) & camp, approximately 40 miles. Possible fee area.

Sunday 9/10/06 - Depart 9-10 AM & head north for pavemant at La Romorosa approximately 40 miles.

Head west for Tecate & the border crossing approximately 40 miles. There is a toll road available to use if pressed for time.

One can expect anywhere from a 1-3 hour wait to cross the border on a Sunday. It doesn't really matter which one you use, San Ysidro, Otay, Tecate or Mexicali, they all suck.

Head north on Rte 188 to SR94 & west for San Diego. I usually stop at the Barrett Junction Cafe for their "Fish Fry" on my way back to San Diego. It is outstanding.

Hit me with any questions.


I thought we had some departure times and meeting place?:yikes:

Time will tell...

[flyingwil]

So will we have time to stop and get the Mexican Tourist Card? Or should I grab this prior to meeting at the meeting spot?

[LexusAllTerrain]

I think we can stop by Ensenada and get the tourist permits, but we will let Al make that desition.

[whitethaiger]

I think we can stop by Ensenada and get the tourist permits, but we will let Al make that desition.

I am not sure where to get the cards before crossing the border. I usually get mine right at the border on the Mexican side. There is a place where you can get it. Take the right (red, something to declare) lane. At least that's where I got the last one 2 years ago. The last few trips where too short or not far enough south to require one.

[Mlachica]

We need a group consensus on our meeting place and departure time.
I am requesting early liberty on friday, when do you guys want to meet? :costumed-smiley-007

My perspective is earlier the better = more time to relax on the beach...


Everybody get mexican insurance already?

http://www.mexadventure.com/

[flyingwil]

My perspective is earlier the better = more time to relax on the beach...


Everybody get mexican insurance already?

http://www.mexadventure.com/

I am good for a year on mine! :shakin:

[LexusAllTerrain]

I can be there by 1300 (1 pm) :violent-smiley-031:

:coffee:

[LexusAllTerrain]

I'm interested, too. Sheesh, this stuff is cool. September 8 was Al's suggestion. I'm going to stay tuned.

Rock-n-roll.

Mark


Are you on Mark?:wavey:

[flyingwil]

So as recap... (cause I am getting excited and Keep getting lost)


The Confirmed Explorer List:
awalter
05TACODOC
Mlachica
eurorom
whitethaiger
blupaddler
Gear
flyingwil


The Itinerary:

Friday 9/8/06 - Meet at 11 AM Longs Drugs parking lot 444 E. San Ysidro Blvd. San Diego, CA for a short drivers meeting. Insurance & money exchange available if not already handled.

Departure at 11:30 AM for border crossing.

Follow Mex 1 south for approximately 95 miles to Ejido Ajusco & head west. There will be 3 tolls to pay @ under $3.00 each.

Follow graded dirt road west for approximately 15 miles to Los Alisitos & turn south.

Follow dirt road south for approximately 18 miles via Rancho Viejo, La Bocana de Viejo, Punta San Jose(noted surf spot), Las Chivas to Punta Cabras & camp.

Saturday 9/9/06 - Depart 9 AM or so & head out north via Las Codornices & Nativo del Valle to Santo Tomas & pavement at Mex 1, approximately 15 miles.

Head north on Mex 1 for aprroximately 30 miles to Ensenada & turn right on Mex 3. Head east on Mex 3 for approximately 26 miles to Ojos Negros & head north.

Heading east & then north on dirt via El Coyote, La Huerta, La Rosa de Castilla, San Pedro, Agua de la Piedra & Laguna Juarez(Laguna Hanson) & camp, approximately 40 miles. Possible fee area.

Sunday 9/10/06 - Depart 9-10 AM & head north for pavemant at La Romorosa approximately 40 miles.

Head west for Tecate & the border crossing approximately 40 miles. There is a toll road available to use if pressed for time.

One can expect anywhere from a 1-3 hour wait to cross the border on a Sunday. It doesn't really matter which one you use, San Ysidro, Otay, Tecate or Mexicali, they all suck.

Head north on Rte 188 to SR94 & west for San Diego. I usually stop at the Barrett Junction Cafe for their "Fish Fry" on my way back to San Diego. It is outstanding.


Requirements out side normal Expedition Gear:


Legally speaking, a Mexican Tourist Card is required for each person on this trip. In order to obtain a tourist card you must have either a passport or your original birth certificate. The reason a tourist card is required is because we will be going south of Ensenada about 60-70 miles. What is the chance that you will be asked to show the tourist card? Probably .5-.05%. If you are staying 7 days or less in Mexico, there is no charge for the tourist card. I usually get a tourist card that is valid for 180 days, & costs around $20. They are available at the consulate in San Diego or at the Immigration Office at the border crossing.

A vehicle permit is not required in Baja.

Mexican insurance is a must. It is available on the Internet or at kiosks near the border. I prefer to carry pesos, but dollars are excepted everywhere. It is usually easier making sure your change is correct, if you don't have to calculate the exchange rate. Cambio's (money exchange houses) are available near the border.

Legally, Tourist Cards will be required. Do most folks going down to where we will be going have them, probably not. I can give more info on this later.



Please correct me if any the above has changed. (I am confused on the meeting time!) I keep seeing different times.

[TACODOC]

Meeting spot will be Longs Drug Store parking lot 444 E. San Ysidro Blvd. San Diego, CA.

Sorry I'm not keeping up guys, between work last week and TTORA Big Bear run this last weekend I've been real busy. And I'm heading to Japan (Okinawa) on friday for a week so... :wings: I'll be returning from Oki on the 2nd of Sep and by then it will be almost time!

http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g230/devildoc25/GOLD%20MTN/th_100_0378.jpg (http://i57.photobucket.com/albums/g230/devildoc25/GOLD%20MTN/100_0378.jpg)
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Anyway, I'll give this more attention as it is coming closer and we're all getting fired up to go :jumping:

Everyone going should PM me your cell numbers so I can start a phone list for updates/issues/emergencies. That way if there is any last minute "word" I can let you all know right away vice hoping you see a post...

I'm sneaking outta work way early for this!

MEETING PLACE: Meeting spot will be Longs Drug Store parking lot 444 E. San Ysidro Blvd. San Diego, CA

MEETING TIME: Be there fueled up with your papers in order NLT 1100 for the drivers meeting.

First post updated.

[awalter]

I would like to see everyone have a full tank of gas, Mexican Insurance, Pesos(if desired), & Tourist Cards prior to the drivers meeting at 11AM.

Tourist cards are available at any Mexican Consulate.

If we must stop to get any of the above we will, but it will take away from beach time. The fewer we have to get, the less time we will be delayed.

[Boston Mangler]

My San Quintin trip just got cancelled, so provided i can do some truck maintence between now and then, and if there is still room, i MIGHT be able to make it! Woo Hoo!

[awalter]

Welcome back Kevin.

[Boston Mangler]

Welcome back Kevin.

Thanks Al, Still have some stuff to do to clear some time but it should be a go. Might be rolling solo on this one though! :D

[TACODOC]

It's almost time!!! :smiley_drive:

The Confirmed List:
1. awalter
2. 05TACODOC
3. Mlachica
4. eurorom
5. whitethaiger
6. blupaddler
7. Gear
8. flyingwil
9. dirtdog
10.

The Maybe List:
1. articulate
2. Boston Mangler

[dirtdog]

HEY 05TACODOC, i just came acrossed the mexico trip and would really like to go with your group. i will pm you and see if i can do this. hope to get there. should be a great time!!
:gunt:

[flyingwil]

HEY 05TACODOC, i just came acrossed the mexico trip and would really like to go with your group. i will pm you and see if i can do this. hope to get there. should be a great time!!
:gunt:


Looks like you are on the list! Welcome to ExPo.... What do you drive?

[Mlachica]

:jump: I'm anxious!

Are we planning any group meals? Or just feed ourselves?

Anybody planning on surfing?

[TACODOC]

HEY 05TACODOC, i just came acrossed the mexico trip and would really like to go with your group. i will pm you and see if i can do this. hope to get there. should be a great time!!
:gunt:

Welcome Aboard! :088:

Have your papers in order or Al will... :ar15: :shakin:

[flyingwil]

Anybody planning on surfing?

What is that? We don't have no stinkin' water in the desert!

[whitethaiger]

What is that? We don't have no stinkin' water in the desert!

That's why we have a couple of lifeguards in the group:088:

[LexusAllTerrain]

:jump: :hehe: :hehe: :truck: :Wow1: :jump: :hehe:

[Mlachica]

What is that? We don't have no stinkin' water in the desert!

woah, last I remember we were camping on the beach the first night. Did I blatently miss something?

[LexusAllTerrain]

woah, last I remember we were camping on the beach the first night. Did I blatently miss something?


I think they are talking about surfing...:1888fbbd: :victory: :sunny: :friday:

[LexusAllTerrain]

La Cabra west

[blupaddler]

SURFING???

yes






Euro...Thanks for the pic
...watch yourself...;) (there is a 2nd season coming out) :yikes:

[Boston Mangler]

Looks like i am coming!

:clapsmile :camping: :costumed-smiley-007 :suning: :campfire:

P.S. Where in San Diego can i get a tourist card?

Al, are you "requiring" these or recommending them?

[LexusAllTerrain]

Looks like i am coming!

:clapsmile :camping: :costumed-smiley-007 :suning: :campfire:

P.S. Where in San Diego can i get a tourist card?

Al, are you "requiring" these or recommending them?

I do not think Al requires them, however sometimes they set check points in Mexico and maybe they will ask for them, maybe!

[awalter]

I do not require a tourist card. I am only posting what is legally required.

You can get a tourist card at the Mexican Consulate in San Diego & are "not" required to stop at Mexican Immigration at the border to get it stamped.

Any problems that may arise by not having the proper documents, you are on your own.

[Boston Mangler]

I do not require a tourist card. I am only posting what is legally required.

You can get a tourist card at the Mexican Consulate in San Diego & are "not" required to stop at Mexican Immigration at the border to get it stamped.

Any problems that may arise by not having the proper documents, you are on your own.

No sweat, i found their address and have the day off so i will be going down there later on to get one.

One question, if at last minute i talked a friend/passenger into coming with me, would he/she need one too or is just for the drivers?

Thanks

[awalter]

[QUOTE=Boston Mangler]No sweat, i found their address and have the day off so i will be going down there later on to get one.

One question, if at last minute i talked a friend/passenger into coming with me, would he/she need one too or is just for the drivers?

Everyone needs their own tourist card. We may have to stop & pick them up on Friday, but the fewer the better RE: time.

[Boston Mangler]

Everyone needs their own tourist card. We may have to stop & pick them up on Friday, but the fewer the better RE: time.

Well, I just got back from the Consulate in San Diego and it was a fairly simple process.

A little tip to anyone going to the SD office to get your tourist visa:

I was standing in line with about 50+ Mexicans with lots of forms in their hands, thinking, wow this is going to take a good portion of my day waiting for all of this. :(

There are no signs or labels on where to go. The window for the tourist visa is UPSTAIRS at window # 1, not downstairs where the massive herd of people are! Once i figured that out, i was in and out in under 10 mins!

Ready to go! :sombrero:

:campfire:

[Mlachica]

Well, I just got back from the Consulate in San Diego and it was a fairly simple process.

A little tip to anyone going to the SD office to get your tourist visa:

I was standing in line with about 50+ Mexicans with lots of forms in their hands, thinking, wow this is going to take a good portion of my day waiting for all of this. :(

There are no signs or labels on where to go. The window for the tourist visa is UPSTAIRS at window # 1, not downstairs where the massive herd of people are! Once i figured that out, i was in and out in under 10 mins!

Ready to go! :sombrero:

:campfire:

Thanks for the heads up, probably saved me from being late!

[Boston Mangler]

Thanks for the heads up, probably saved me from being late!

Yeah, i had to tell the security guard at the locked door/gate that i needed a tourist visa, he promptly let me in and sent me to the right window. The big hoard of people outside didnt seem to like that that much! :D

[Boston Mangler]

Anyone have a good GPS coords of where we are camping on the first night?

Thanks

[Gear]

Hello Kevin,
Could you please post the address for the Mexican Consulate and does anyone know if they will except my expired 2004 passport.

Thanks

[Boston Mangler]

Hello Kevin,
Could you please post the address for the Mexican Consulate and does anyone know if they will except my expired 2004 passport.

Thanks

1549 India St
San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 231-8414

I HIGHLY doubt they would accept anything expired, but your welcome to try. You can also use your original birth certficiate if you have it

[LexusAllTerrain]

1549 India St
San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 231-8414

I HIGHLY doubt they would accept anything expired, but your welcome to try. You can also use your original birth certficiate if you have it

All you need is your birth certificate, I.D,fill up the form and you are done, free and good for 7 days.:D :sombrero:

[LexusAllTerrain]

Anyone have a good GPS coords of where we are camping on the first night?

Thanks

No cordinates here, however I am sure I could find the camping spot if I would be late or lost.:friday:

[Gear]

Thanks guys for the address. Currently working on the Adventure Trailer for the trip. Trying hard to get things organized.

[LexusAllTerrain]

Yeah! same here, I am looking in departing this coming Saturday night and spend the night in Casa Grande Motel 6 40.00 per night, then I will comtinue on to El Golfo de Santa Clara Sonora( YEAH! ) 2 nights of camping and then to Punta Bufeo or Punta Estrella by San Felipe Baja.Follow by meeting you guys in SD! or possibly Ensenada, however time will tell!:victory: :1888fbbd: :friday:

[dirtdog]

Looks like you are on the list! Welcome to ExPo.... What do you drive?
hey flyingwil, i am having a hard time figuring out thie site. i am totally into the trip! should be awesome! i drive a '06 jeep rubicon unlimited. w/ body armor front/rear bumpers. as well as rock sliders. 8000 lbs patriot winch, off road kc long range daylighters, midland cb w/ firestick antenna. and other accessories!

[Boston Mangler]

All you need is your birth certificate, I.D,fill up the form and you are done, free and good for 7 days.:D :sombrero:

The one i got is good for 30 days! :ylsmoke: :smiley_drive:

[LexusAllTerrain]

The one i got is good for 30 days! :ylsmoke: :smiley_drive:

How much did you had to pay? my guess would be 22.00 dollars?

[Boston Mangler]

How much did you had to pay? my guess would be 22.00 dollars?

Free! Woman said up to 30 days is free!

[FlyingWen]

I am making the trip to Baja with the hubby, flyingwil, and I was wondering if there were any other ladies going? Should I be the only woman, I feel confident in keeping all the kids, er men, line.
I can't wait! This will be my first Baja Trip!!
Wen

[awalter]

Wen,

You will have company, both WhiteThaiGers(Srisuda) & Bluepaddlers(Kat) wives will be along. Not sure of others.

Al

[Boston Mangler]

I am making the trip to Baja with the hubby, flyingwil, and I was wondering if there were any other ladies going? Should I be the only woman, I feel confident in keeping all the kids, er men, line.
I can't wait! This will be my first Baja Trip!!
Wen

I may be bringing a friend of mine that is a woman. She has traveled with us to Baja before and loves adventure.

Keeping me in line? Hmmm, guess we have never met! :ylsmoke:

[Mlachica]

I am making the trip to Baja with the hubby, flyingwil, and I was wondering if there were any other ladies going? Should I be the only woman, I feel confident in keeping all the kids, er men, line.
I can't wait! This will be my first Baja Trip!!
Wen

my sister is coming along, and it'll be her first time off roading...

[flyingwil]

I may be bringing a friend of mine that is a woman. She has traveled with us to Baja before and loves adventure.

Keeping me in line? Hmmm, guess we have never met! :ylsmoke:


You better be nice to my wife, or I will not restain her and unleash the MRS. (beast) on you! We are thinking of bringing Icecream for camping night one any suggestions?

[LexusAllTerrain]

:hehe: :hehe: :hehe: :hehe:

[Boston Mangler]

You better be nice to my wife, or I will not restain her and unleash the MRS. (beast) on you! We are thinking of bringing Icecream for camping night one any suggestions?

Rocky Road or Ben&Jerry Chunky Monkey! HMMMMM

[dirtdog]

my jeep is small on space. wondering what kind of cooking equipment might be coming on this trip south of the border that could be used by the group? just to figure out if i need bread and peanut butter or steaks and potatoes???
:chowtime: :sombrero:

[LexusAllTerrain]

my jeep is small on space. wondering what kind of cooking equipment might be coming on this trip south of the border that could be used by the group? just to figure out if i need bread and peanut butter or steaks and potatoes???
:chowtime: :sombrero:

I am not a big meat eater, I love chicken, vegetables and fish; so we are taking, salads, cold cuts and fruits! Plus if there is a need for some items, please let us know and we would take them!

[flyingwil]

my jeep is small on space. wondering what kind of cooking equipment might be coming on this trip south of the border that could be used by the group? just to figure out if i need bread and peanut butter or steaks and potatoes???
:chowtime: :sombrero:

We will have our stove, and you are more than welcome to borrow it.

[Boston Mangler]

I am not a big meat eater,

I dont trust people that dont eat RED meat! :p

[LexusAllTerrain]

I dont trust people that dont eat RED meat! :p

Good now I know we are going to have some fun!:rolleyes:

[Boston Mangler]

Good now I know we are going to have some fun!:rolleyes:


:hehe: :hehe: :hehe:

[dirtdog]

We will have our stove, and you are more than welcome to borrow it.
Cool! i was just at the store thinking about renting or buying a stove. I think 05tacodoc was talking about bringing a small grill... not sure though. By the way i also dont know about non-meat eaters. i do like my fish and veggies though.

[Boston Mangler]

Cool! i was just at the store thinking about renting or buying a stove. I think 05tacodoc was talking about bringing a small grill... not sure though.

STOVE: I will bring my nice 2 burner coleman stove and several cans of propane for hot water and such!

GRILL: I will be bringing many meat related products to BBQ and share. My BBQ is somewhat big and bulky and would prefer to use a different one. I do have many small propane cans i can bring for a small propane BBQ if somone has one!

Anyone have a nice grill to bring and share?


:chowtime: :camping: :campfire: :friday:

[awalter]

STOVE: I will bring my nice 2 burner coleman stove and several cans of propane for hot water and such!

GRILL: I will be bringing many meat related products to BBQ and share. My BBQ is somewhat big and bulky and would prefer to use a different one. I do have many small propane cans i can bring for a small propane BBQ if somone has one!

Anyone have a nice grill to bring and share?


:chowtime: :camping: :campfire: :friday:


Si, no problemo!

[dirtdog]

Si, no problemo!
is there a need to bring coleman lanterns??:sunny::sunny:

[Boston Mangler]

is there a need to bring coleman lanterns??:sunny::sunny:

I have a very bright rechargable i will bring, but most likely wont use unless absolutely necessary!

[dirtdog]

I have a very bright rechargable i will bring, but most likely wont use unless absolutely necessary!
other than emergency use no real need to bring?

what about sleeping? i have military cot, sleeping bags, and tent.

[Boston Mangler]

other than emergency use no real need to bring?

Personal preference, when i am camping i prefer as little artifical light as possible, for each is own though:D



what about sleeping? i have military cot, sleeping bags, and tent.

Personal preference. I have a heavy duty 4 season tent i will bring in case of foul weather, if its nice out, i will probably sleep on a tarp under the stars in my sleeping bag.

[LexusAllTerrain]

:clapsmile Looking good!:clapsmile :rockon:

[Boston Mangler]

:clapsmile Looking good!:clapsmile :rockon:

Oh yeah, wait until you see my new Speedo! :eek:

Also, I am bringing some Snorkeling gear just in case. Anyone else?

[LexusAllTerrain]

Oh yeah, wait until you see my new Speedo! :eek:

Also, I am bringing some Snorkeling gear just in case. Anyone else?


My snorkel is ready to go, by Body Glove and U.S. Divers:ylsmoke:

[Boston Mangler]

Most Cool!

P.S. I hope this doesnt effect us:

http://www.cnn.com/2006/WEATHER/09/01/hurricane.john.ap/index.html

[dirtdog]

Most Cool!

P.S. I hope this doesnt effect us:

http://www.cnn.com/2006/WEATHER/09/01/hurricane.john.ap/index.html

i would think it will be out of the way by then. it might make for some interesting trail riding!:archaeolo :gunt: :rappel:

[blupaddler]

Oh yeah, wait until you see my new Speedo! :eek:


Doood!
I will bring mine too!!!
It's gonna be the "First Annual Expo Speedo Competition"








Oh, also so you know...The water will most likely be colder than SD. Probably low 60's. :wings:

[Boston Mangler]

Doood!
I will bring mine too!!!
It's gonna be the "First Annual Expo Speedo Competition"

NICE!!! You go first! :clapsmile



Oh, also so you know...The water will most likely be colder than SD. Probably low 60's. :wings:

Good point! I may bring the 3/2mm wetsuit as well!, should be perfect for low sixties!

On a side note i just did some simple and disturbing math, Speedo + Cold Water = :(

[LexusAllTerrain]

i would think it will be out of the way by then. it might make for some interesting trail riding!:archaeolo :gunt: :rappel:

This is going to be alot of fun! :friday:

[LexusAllTerrain]

NICE!!! You go first! :clapsmile



Good point! I may bring the 3/2mm wetsuit as well!, should be perfect for low sixties!

On a side note i just did some simple and disturbing math, Speedo + Cold Water = :(

:smileeek: :sombrero:

[Scenic WonderRunner]

I'm confused..........

But I bet a Speedo.......

Will get more MPG than my 4Runner!!!!!!!!!!!:eek:





.

[Boston Mangler]

I'm confused..........
But I bet a Speedo.......
Will get more MPG than my 4Runner!!!!!!!!!!!:eek:


Hey Mark

Are you coming with us? If so, please bring some more of that Salsa that you had at InKoPah! ;)

[dirtdog]

never been down to mexico. should i have some mexican money as well as american money? if so does the border area have the best exchange rate?

[Mlachica]

Most Cool!

P.S. I hope this doesnt effect us:

http://www.cnn.com/2006/WEATHER/09/01/hurricane.john.ap/index.html

It looks like we might catch the tail end of it...

http://www.weather.com/outlook/travel/businesstraveler/tenday/MXBC0003?from=36hr_fcst10DayLink_business

Not exactly speedo weather! :hehe:

[Boston Mangler]

never been down to mexico. should i have some mexican money as well as american money? if so does the border area have the best exchange rate?

Personal Preference.

Me, Personally, i will head down with US dollars in increments of $10-20. Not much is ever more then $10-20! Peso Exchange is about 10:1. Some people prefer pesos because its easier to keep track of your change in case someone is trying to rip you off. I just use the 10:1 rule and havent had any problems. Actually, not true, i have had one guy trip to rip me off once at a Pemex, I gave him a very dirty look and shook my head no and he immediately gave me all of my change!

Also, if you get $100 worth of Pesos and you only spend $50 then you need to stop at the border again to convert them back to US dollars because the only places i have found on the US that takes Pesos is those lunch trucks that come to jobsites (honestlY).

I dont want to deal with that waiting in line and exchanging $ and stuff but i am kinda lazy like that.

But that is just me! Some people go down with all Pesos. Its your call!

:smiley_drive:

[Boston Mangler]

It looks like we might catch the tail end of it...

http://www.weather.com/outlook/travel/businesstraveler/tenday/MXBC0003?from=36hr_fcst10DayLink_business

Not exactly speedo weather! :hehe:

I am going to track this! :Wow1:

[LexusAllTerrain]

I am on my way, we will see you all in SD, Ensenada or La Cabra!

Wish me luck! as I am going to get some rain in the area wow!:D

Hasta la vista!:arabia:

[flyingwil]

I am on my way, we will see you all in SD, Ensenada or La Cabra!

Wish me luck! as I am going to get some rain in the area wow!:D

Hasta la vista!:arabia:

You are leaving 6 days early?

[Boston Mangler]

I am on my way, we will see you all in SD, Ensenada or La Cabra!

Wish me luck! as I am going to get some rain in the area wow!:D

Hasta la vista!:arabia:

Dont Forget Laguna Hansen!

See ya soon!

:victory:

On a side note, i am glad the gas prices have come down so much!

Local station WAS $3.19 last week and is now down to $2.89 today. This will add up to a decent savings on my 69 gallon fill up for the trip! :victory:

[Mlachica]

See ya there!!!

[TACODOC]

THE TRIP IS FULL!!!

The Confirmed List:
1. awalter
2. 05TACODOC
3. Mlachica
4. eurorom
5. whitethaiger
6. blupaddler
7. Gear
8. flyingwil
9. dirtdog
10. Boston Mangler

I'm bringing my snorkel gear, the wife is still a maybe, and I cant wait for this next week to be over! :rockon: :costumed-smiley-007 :beer:

[Boston Mangler]

and I cant wait for this next week to be over! :rockon: :costumed-smiley-007 :beer:

Same here

:camping: :beer: :suning: :campfire: :1888fbbd: :wings:

QUESTION FOR AL (and others):
Are we still planning on breaking camp Sat AM and heading up to Laguna Hansen? Hoping so, really looking forward to seeing the mountainous area of Baja, i have never been!

[flyingwil]

Same here

:camping: :beer: :suning: :campfire: :1888fbbd: :wings:
:iagree:


QUESTION FOR AL (and others):
Are we still planning on breaking camp Sat AM and heading up to Laguna Hansen? Hoping so, really looking forward to seeing the mountainous area of Baja, i have never been!
I haven't seen anything on the plans changing! Should be some great fun!

[TACODOC]

QUESTION FOR AL (and others):
Are we still planning on breaking camp Sat AM and heading up to Laguna Hansen? Hoping so, really looking forward to seeing the mountainous area of Baja, i have never been!

We will hit the coast Friday & camp. Saturday do some dirt & work our way up to the Sierra Juarez & make camp Saturday at Laguna Hanson, then head out for Tecate on Sunday for the crossing.

[Boston Mangler]

We will hit the coast Friday & camp. Saturday do some dirt & work our way up to the Sierra Juarez & make camp Saturday at Laguna Hanson, then head out for Tecate on Sunday for the crossing.

:ylsmoke:

[Mlachica]

Anybody want to leave now :ylsmoke: I know I do, I just can't!

I just figured out what's causing this annoying squeak on my truck, I need to replace my carrier bearing. Damn, last minute work...

[Boston Mangler]

Anybody want to leave now :ylsmoke: I know I do, I just can't!

I just figured out what's causing this annoying squeak on my truck, I need to replace my carrier bearing. Damn, last minute work...

Carrier Bearing? As in diff carrier bearing? That is fairly labor intensive. If its in your 02 DC i would have the great folks at Toyota Warranty it. No way on earth you should need to replace a carrier bearing on an 02! I would do more testing/diaganostics before opening up the diff!

[TACODOC]

:iagree: Have Toyota fix that this week!

[Mlachica]

am I using the wrong terminology? sorry...

It's the "center support bearing" on the 3 part rear drive shaft. Anybody ever replaced one?

[TACODOC]

am I using the wrong terminology? sorry...

It's the "center support bearing" on the 3 part rear drive shaft. Anybody ever replaced one?

I've done that. Easy fix, just a simple parts swap (old for new) shouldnt take long at all with basic hand tools and a sixer... :beer:

[Boston Mangler]

am I using the wrong terminology? sorry...

It's the "center support bearing" on the 3 part rear drive shaft. Anybody ever replaced one?

Hmmm, 3 part rear driveshaft. I didnt know the Tacos had those. Anyway, should be a MUCH easier fix then a carrier bearing! :)

Where in So Cal are you? I am in San Diego and can lend a hand!

[Mlachica]

:o I guess using the right words makes a big difference

sounds easy, I'll have to track one down tomorrow...

Boston Mangler, you mind driving 3 hours to Lakewood (near Long Beach) to help me with the fix? :D

[Boston Mangler]

:o I guess using the right words makes a big difference

sounds easy, I'll have to track one down tomorrow...

Boston Mangler, you mind driving 3 hours to Lakewood (near Long Beach) to help me with the fix? :D

Would of done it in a heartbeat if you emailed me sooner! Girlfriend went to school there and has tons of friends there and loves to visit! Too late in the day now, dont even want to think of the vacation traffic coming home! Sorry :( However, you are welcome to come here and i will help though, i have nothing going on for the rest of the day!

ALSO: Check out this thread: http://expeditionportal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2369

[Mlachica]

Would of done it in a heartbeat if you emailed me sooner! Girlfriend went to school there and has tons of friends there and loves to visit! Too late in the day now, dont even want to think of the vacation traffic coming home! Sorry :( However, you are welcome to come here and i will help though, i have nothing going on for the rest of the day!

ALSO: Check out this thread: http://expeditionportal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2369 (http://expeditionportal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=2369)

Wow, that's what I call support! I really appreciate it but I don't want to deal with the traffic either. Where did your gf go to school?

[Boston Mangler]

Wow, that's what I call support! I really appreciate it but I don't want to deal with the traffic either. Where did your gf go to school?

Traffic SUCKS! :ar15: :ar15: :ar15:

She went to Cal State Long Beach for undergrad AND grad

[TACODOC]

Heading to the Mexican Consulate in San Diego tomorrow to get my tourist permit, we'll all save time friday if we already have these...

Mexican Consulate, San Diego
1549 India St., San Diego, CA 92101
Tel: (619) 231-8414 * Fax: (619) 231-4802
E-mail: info@consulmexsd.org

[Boston Mangler]

Heading to the Mexican Consulate in San Diego tomorrow to get my tourist permit, we'll all save time friday if we already have these...

Mexican Consulate, San Diego
1549 India St., San Diego, CA 92101
Tel: (619) 231-8414 * Fax: (619) 231-4802
E-mail: info@consulmexsd.org

Good, hopefully everyone is considerate enough to do this beforehand so we arent waiting at the border all day! :D

Also, REMEMBER TO GO UPSTAIRS TO WINDOW #1 you do NOT have to wait in the HUGE line outside!

[whitethaiger]

Good, hopefully everyone is considerate enough to do this beforehand so we arent waiting at the border all day! :D

Also, REMEMBER TO GO UPSTAIRS TO WINDOW #1 you do NOT have to wait in the HUGE line outside!

We will still have to stop in Mexico to hand over one of the copies and I think get another stamp. Just learned this last weekend while down there. Accordin g to Al the best place to do this is in Ensenada.

[Boston Mangler]

We will still have to stop in Mexico to hand over one of the copies and I think get another stamp. Just learned this last weekend while down there. Accordin g to Al the best place to do this is in Ensenada.

[devils advocate]Why not do this at the consulate beforehand to minimize stopping the group? :D They are free! [/devils advocate]

[awalter]

For communications I use CB channel 1 & 2-meter frequency 146.535.

The tourist cards still need to be stamped by Mexican Immigration when entering Mexico.

[TACODOC]

I got my tourist permit today, it took about 5 minutes total :ylsmoke:
Will do my mex insurance online tonight through the company Scott recommends.

[Boston Mangler]

I got my tourist permit today, it took about 5 minutes total :ylsmoke:
Will do my mex insurance online tonight through the company Scott recommends.

Cool! Was there a huge line on the street?

As for Mex Insurance, if you have AAA that is where i get mine and have had great like with it! When i busted a wheel hub at the 500 in june AAA was ready to send a flatbed to Ensenada to get me (at no cost and was covered under my policy) so from then on, i am sold on AAA for mex insurance!



The tourist cards still need to be stamped by Mexican Immigration when entering Mexico.

AHHH, i did not know that!

Sorry UWE :D

[Mlachica]

As for Mex Insurance, if you have AAA that is where i get mine and have had great like with it! When i busted a wheel hub at the 500 in june AAA was ready to send a flatbed to Ensenada to get me (at no cost and was covered under my policy) so from then on, i am sold on AAA for mex insurance!

You just go in to AAA and ask for it? How are the prices?

[Boston Mangler]

You just go in to AAA and ask for it?

YUP! :D


How are the prices?

Comprable to others, maybe a tad higher, but the piece of mind is worth every penny to me. They even give you a big packet with all emergency #'s, what to do in certain scenarios, etc..... I THINK my past policy for 4 days was $66 or something like that. I insure my truck for $20k though! :D

I was blown away by the fact that when we called the 800# on the policy that they were ready to dispatch a flatbed from SD to Ensenada to get us at no cost (other then the policy). All the asked for was the nearest Kilo marker and whether we were on the southbound or northbound lane. We ended up welding it all together, but their response to our situation was most impressive. I have been a AAA member for 9 years and now will be one for life! :D Not sure if the other carriers would be so helpful!

ONE NOTE: YOU MUST CARRY YOUR POLICY ON YOUR PERSON AND NOT LEAVE IT IN YOUR CAR, IF YOUR CAR OR POLICY IS STOLEN, ITS GONE!!!!

[whitethaiger]

Your experience with a claim is good to know. I've always used AAA, but for this past weekend I went through Bajabound since AAA got more expensive. After your experience I might do AAA again. BTW, you can do there insurance online also, no need to go down to the office.


YUP! :D



Comprable to others, maybe a tad higher, but the piece of mind is worth every penny to me. They even give you a big packet with all emergency #'s, what to do in certain scenarios, etc..... I THINK my past policy for 4 days was $66 or something like that. I insure my truck for $20k though! :D

I was blown away by the fact that when we called the 800# on the policy that they were ready to dispatch a flatbed from SD to Ensenada to get us at no cost (other then the policy). All the asked for was the nearest Kilo marker and whether we were on the southbound or northbound lane. We ended up welding it all together, but their response to our situation was most impressive. I have been a AAA member for 9 years and now will be one for life! :D Not sure if the other carriers would be so helpful!

ONE NOTE: YOU MUST CARRY YOUR POLICY ON YOUR PERSON AND NOT LEAVE IT IN YOUR CAR, IF YOUR CAR OR POLICY IS STOLEN, ITS GONE!!!!

[Boston Mangler]

BTW, you can do there insurance online also, no need to go down to the office.

YUP!

But the office is less then 2 blocks from my house and i always go in and see the same woman, she asks "Oh, where in Baja are you going this time? Is it for a race or pleasure" Its always a very easy process!

[flyingwil]

So when I go in to the Mexican Consulate here in Phoenix, AZ to get the tourist cards for myself and my wife, do we both have to be present to get the cards or can i just run in there for the both of us?

[Boston Mangler]

So when I go in to the Mexican Consulate here in Phoenix, AZ to get the tourist cards for myself and my wife, do we both have to be present to get the cards or can i just run in there for the both of us?

Considering i needed to show my passport, i would imagine both of you must be present, not 100% but that is my guess! Give em a ring!

[awalter]

Regarding the Mexican Consulate, in San Diego as long as the paperwork (passport or birth certificate) is in order, you do not have to be present. I've had a friend pick up the tourist cards for 4-5 people.

[flyingwil]

We are headed out!

My contact info is the following incase you need to get a hold of us:

Cell 1 (Pesonal tMobile): 602-793-056seven
Cell 2 (Work Cingular): 602-423-422six

See you guys soon!

[TACODOC]

Grocery shopping tonight... pack truck up... try to sleep... wake up... go to work... dissappear early... go to Mexico!

:truck: :truck: :truck: + :camping: :camping: :camping: = :friday: :friday: :friday:

[Boston Mangler]

Grocery shopping tonight... pack truck up... try to sleep... wake up... go to work... dissappear early... go to Mexico!


Ha! Already went food shopping and the truck is 99% Packed!!

See you tomorrow AM at 11am SHARP! Dont be late stragglers!

WOO HOO!!! :campfire: :1888fbbd:

GPS Coordinates for Long Drug Meeting Spot: N32 33.013 W117 02.233


:D

[whitethaiger]

:( This little guy is not doing it justice. I need a big crying icon.

We can't make it. Sorry guys, I was looking forward to meeting new people and traveling again with friends I hadn't seen in a while.

Srisuda had been caughing, it didn't get better, she finally saw the doc and the verdict is bronchitis. She is on antibiotics and got an inhaler. This stuff needs plenty of rest also to heal, so we'll have to take it easy this weekend.

The rest will be good for me too. I am still recovering from a 2 day stomach flu earlier in the week. I need to get fit quick, because next week im registered for the Heartbreak Ridge Half Marathon in Camp Pendelton. Hope I get full strength back and catch nothing else. Never ran that distance and didn't get as much training in as I wanted, so 05TACODOC are you working next weekend, may need your services at the race :o

We are completely bumped out right now!!!!

[Boston Mangler]

Sorry to hear that UWE, was looking forward to seeing you guys!

How is this smiley?: http://www.socaltundras.com/Forums/images/smilies/cry.gif

[LexusAllTerrain]

Due to my fathers surgery not going as plan,( we are in San Diego right now ) we will not be attending the trip.
Good luck!:(

[Boston Mangler]

Due to my fathers surgery not going as plan,( we are in San Diego right now ) we will not be attending the trip.
Good luck!:(

First off, i hope your father is ok

Stinks that you arent going to make it, but its good that you are close to your family and can be with them, mine is 2500 miles away

EDIT: I realized how poorly my last post read and could have come across quite crass, sorry about that, horrible choice of words!

[blupaddler]

Due to my fathers surgery not going as plan,( we are in San Diego right now ) we will not be attending the trip.
Good luck!:(


Sorry. We will keep your dad in our prayers.
Let me know if you guys need anything before we depart...









Uwe, Sorry to hear about Srisuda. We will miss both you guys. Get some rest...

[TACODOC]

Am i going to be the only one in the parking lot @ 11am tomorrow morning? :D

Nope, I'll be there with bells on! :costumed-smiley-007

[TACODOC]

:( This little guy is not doing it justice. I need a big crying icon.

We can't make it. Sorry guys, I was looking forward to meeting new people and traveling again with friends I hadn't seen in a while.

Srisuda had been caughing, it didn't get better, she finally saw the doc and the verdict is bronchitis. She is on antibiotics and got an inhaler. This stuff needs plenty of rest also to heal, so we'll have to take it easy this weekend.

The rest will be good for me too. I am still recovering from a 2 day stomach flu earlier in the week. I need to get fit quick, because next week im registered for the Heartbreak Ridge Half Marathon in Camp Pendelton. Hope I get full strength back and catch nothing else. Never ran that distance and didn't get as much training in as I wanted, so 05TACODOC are you working next weekend, may need your services at the race :o

We are completely bumped out right now!!!!

Wish you all well ASAP, take care of your girl and we'll see you another time.
Good luck at the race!

[TACODOC]

Due to my fathers surgery not going as plan,( we are in San Diego right now ) we will not be attending the trip.
Good luck!:(

Hope your dad gets better soon, we'll see you next time!

[Boston Mangler]

I wanna leave now! :clapsmile

[Boston Mangler]

I wanna leave now! :clapsmile

4.5 hours and eagerly awaiting! :luxhello:

:smiley_drive: :smiley_drive: :smiley_drive: :smiley_drive:

[TACODOC]

I wanna leave now! :clapsmile

4.5 hours and eagerly awaiting! :luxhello:

:smiley_drive: :smiley_drive: :smiley_drive: :smiley_drive:

Ha! So I'm not the only one counting down? :rockon:

[Boston Mangler]

Ha! So I'm not the only one counting down? :rockon:

check your PM

[Scott Brady]

HAVE A GREAT TIME! :camping:

[LexusAllTerrain]

As you all know by now, i did not make it to our plan trip due to my fathers surgery not going as plan, however he is now much better and should go to a slow healthy recovery, I did however take a trip down to San Felipe- Puertecitos- El Huerfanito area on Sunday 09/03/06. Here are some of the pictures that i took and I hope this pictures help some of the people in here take a trip to a wonderfull area by the Sea of Cortez.

Thank you for all your prayers...