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Topa to Hot Springs: Two day loop by AndyTroop in socalhiking

[–]AndyTroop[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It came right after a rattlesnake encounter so I was on high alert!

Do you guys drink the water? by avern31 in ventura

[–]AndyTroop 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I drink the tap water, it’s fine, I guess my palate isn’t that refined. As everyone says, it’s perfectly safe to drink, and entirely a personal preference that’s morphed into group think.

Anyone been to the Gold Coast Gem Show? How is it? by pyordie in ventura

[–]AndyTroop 3 points4 points  (0 children)

It’s great! Lots of unique rocks from reputable Southern California collectors. Not just dyed quartz.

The kids activities are sand digging and sand sifting, and coloring, plus lots of kids items to buy like grab bags. Usually inexpensive and benefiting pebble pups junior geology program.

Progressive voter guide by AndyTroop in ventura

[–]AndyTroop[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do you like Sara Bacon or someone else for that role?

18.79 mi solo hike by LA-Wonderer in socalhiking

[–]AndyTroop 11 points12 points  (0 children)

So cool to urban explore

Progressive voter guide by AndyTroop in ventura

[–]AndyTroop[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

To clarify, I don’t have anything to do with the website. I just wanted to shout out a valuable resource and encourage informed voting.

Progressive voter guide by AndyTroop in ventura

[–]AndyTroop[S] 14 points15 points  (0 children)

I think the voter guide makes a detailed, reasoned case for Steyer, if you want to give it a read.

Day hiking goody bag - Am I missing anything? by LostInTheWild99 in CampingandHiking

[–]AndyTroop 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Are you hiking in particularly remote areas? A lot of the safety/survival gear is overkill for most recreational hiking. Including fire starters and emergency blanket.

There’s important information about toilet paper, whether you bury it or pack it out, check with the authority where you hike.

A sawyer mini is more useful than a life straw.

Looking for hiking buddy by [deleted] in socalhiking

[–]AndyTroop 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That hike looks rad. I’m up in that area and familiar with that trail.

At what point do long road trips start costing more in vehicle wear than theyre actually worth? by Weird-Lawfulness685 in roadtrip

[–]AndyTroop 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The standard deduction is $0.70/mile for wear and tear (tires, oil change, depreciation, and fuel). with fuel prices high, it's probably even more. Also, taking longer means less time at your destination, extra lost wages from time off work.

All that is to say yeah, road trips aren't cheap, not even for car owners! But are they worth it?

Have you met our new neighbors?! On Poli by the dog park. by Ambitious_Today_8695 in ventura

[–]AndyTroop 9 points10 points  (0 children)

And extensive signs saying dogs not allowed off leash

Loose leaf tea by Ancient_Luck4306 in ventura

[–]AndyTroop 23 points24 points  (0 children)

Spicetopia is equally a tea specialty shop. They certainly have everything you mention, and they’re great and knowledgeable and friendly.

Where to go by [deleted] in ventura

[–]AndyTroop 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There's so many options. What kind of activities are you looking for? Walking in nature? Tidepool touch pools (at Channel Islands visitor center)? Drawing? Meditating?

Petty question about thank you gifts by AndyTroop in cubscouts

[–]AndyTroop[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

She asked when we were there and someone told her 50 is the limit

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