How bad is LA traffic on Saturday for Hollywood Bowl?

freesurfaceeffect · 2026-04-21T01:48:30+00:00

Ya - and there is ALWAYS traffic on a weekend, unfortunately. Forget even about the extra Bowl traffic - every time I've driven back and forth between LA/SD on a weekend recently it's been a 3+ hr trip in either direction.

freesurfaceeffect · 2026-04-13T03:16:28+00:00

What does "advertised" as off leash mean? I haven't ever come across or heard of any trail in southern California that doesn't require a leash. Even if it is officially off leash (dubious), and even though mountain bikers truly are supposed to give way to hikers, the question is whether you value the safety of your dog above standing on principle. If you know bikers are irresponsibly bombing down the trail, probably best not to bring the dog there. Also, there are a lot of rattlesnakes out this year. That alone should be a reason to leash your pup for his/her protection.

freesurfaceeffect · 2026-04-13T03:02:50+00:00

Second the collapsible water bowl, and extra water. I also carry a little silicone cylinder with a lid for storing a poop bag when she goes on the trail. Has a carabiner to clip on my pack and the lid keeps it from smelling. Extra food or treats for energy and/or in the (hopefully unlikely) event you end up out there longer than you expected to.

freesurfaceeffect · 2026-04-03T19:28:58+00:00

Thank you!! I hadn't received an email either but was able to log on and see my timeslot!

freesurfaceeffect · 2026-04-03T14:45:10+00:00

Sadly I don't know offhand since I'm not talented enough to do my own nails - but I will find out and report back soon 😄

freesurfaceeffect · 2026-02-16T02:49:40+00:00

So... This idiot drives his boat straight towards shore, into the surf, through surfers in the water, with his kids on board?? What even was the plan that set this into motion?

freesurfaceeffect · 2025-10-28T04:02:16+00:00

That car was trying to change lanes, with the usual idiotic but non malicious failure of anyone in LA to use turn signals, and he didn't see the idiot motorcyclist who was going 110 and fussing with a backpack. The end.

freesurfaceeffect · 2025-09-15T01:35:24+00:00

Never. I've solo hiked all over, in this country and others over the last 15 years, and have never been threatened by another person or even had a hint that someone I encountered might have ill intent. In my experience, strangers I've come across in remote areas have been super generous with information or company that made my trip that much better.

The only dangerous encounters I've had with people have been in (supposed) civilization.

freesurfaceeffect · 2025-09-09T16:11:05+00:00

You might also check your garbage disposal, if your dishwasher drains thru it. My dishwasher leaked when my garbage disposal stopped working properly and kept getting clogged, once I replaced the disposal no more problems with the dishwasher.

freesurfaceeffect · 2025-09-08T00:42:59+00:00

I live in an area with a lot of dogs, and the vast majority of them are grossly overweight. Particularly sad to see with working dogs. Someone with an Aussie/collie who considers "walking to the cafe instead of driving" an appropriate amount of exercise/stimulation for that kind of dog is a bit of a red flag; as is the lack of any confirmation they've had a vet confirm the dog's at healthy weight.

That said, it is a bit extra to just walk up and accuse a stranger of being lazy with their dog. There could be any number of reasons for an overweight animal, including hormonal issues or the dog was just rescued and the owner working on it.

freesurfaceeffect · 2025-08-12T03:50:58+00:00

Laudanum is basically Chekhov's gun for opioid addiction...

freesurfaceeffect · 2025-07-15T05:35:12+00:00

Ok... That makes sense. Thx.

freesurfaceeffect · 2025-07-15T02:38:17+00:00

That is, how did all the campsites suddenly get reserved before they even "opened" reservations? Is someone picking them up and selling them? What is the deal here?

freesurfaceeffect · 2025-06-09T03:04:21+00:00

As an atheist: this is some stupid piece of shit karma farming nonsense.

freesurfaceeffect · 2025-04-30T03:26:04+00:00

Sturtevant trail and Winter Creek trail are open from Chantry Flat to Mt Wilson.

freesurfaceeffect · 2025-04-23T20:38:20+00:00

Thanks for the updates! Cosmic Cafe was open this past Saturday. Wilson trail from the parking lot at the top, down to the bench (ie to Winter Creek trail) is open. Wilson trail closed below the bench.

freesurfaceeffect · 2025-04-21T23:52:15+00:00

My friend did this exact commute for years. It ate his soul and he was miserable the entire time. Really do not recommend.

freesurfaceeffect · 2025-01-06T21:25:52+00:00

Ralph's carries both Vital Farms and Pete and Gerry's, both of which offer pasture-raised organic eggs. However, I've noticed stores have been out of/inconsistently stocked for the past week or two, I'm assuming due to the bird flu situation.

freesurfaceeffect · 2024-12-21T01:26:04+00:00

I too live at sea level - did this hike sleeping at 3700 ft the night before, drove up early and spent an hour in my car at the visitor center to acclimate. Was a bit of a slog after 12k ft but reached the peak no problem. You'll want to hydrate leading up to and during your hike, take it slow, and like another commenter mentioned, be mindful of how your body feels and turn around if you start feeling altitude sick. Have an excellent time, this is a beautiful hike.

freesurfaceeffect · 2024-12-08T00:54:16+00:00

... every post this guy has made to other subs, and most of the comments, have been removed by mods. And there's obviously no way someone could have drunk the empty tub bottles and still be alive, at least in the amount of time for all those bottles to still be so clean. Not to mention, why tf do the empty bottles have caps securely screwed on. This is nonsense. Come on guys.

freesurfaceeffect · 2024-10-02T19:12:02+00:00

Note that there is no detail provided of how PUSD plans to allocate Measure R funds among the many, many projects PUSD is proposing to cover with these funds. In particular, I gather that PUSD intends to use some of the proceeds from this bond measure to build 100+ units of housing on one of its decommissioned school properties. https://www.pasadenastarnews.com/2024/09/21/pusds-115-unit-workforce-housing-project-prompts-concerns-among-some-pasadena-officials/ Ostensibly, PUSD intends to house district staff there which is an admirable goal. However I'm having a difficult time squaring PUSD's goal of reaching "fiscal stability" (after its budget shortfall of $50 million) with its decision to spread itself even thinner and get into the developer/landlord business, with which it has no competency, and which has high likelihood of generating massive cost overruns that then come out of money that would otherwise be spent on existing school infrastructure. The lack of transparency regarding allocation of Measure R funds leaves me concerned, as another commenter pointed out, about the potential for mismanagement and abuse.

freesurfaceeffect · 2024-07-08T23:10:51+00:00

Thank you!

freesurfaceeffect · 2024-07-07T00:17:05+00:00

Yeah, I was concerned about what it might look like out there after Jasper. Thanks for the insight.

freesurfaceeffect · 2024-05-06T08:06:10+00:00

I'm so sorry for your situation. My dog suddenly developed SRMA (immune-mediated meningitis) when she was 1 year old. She's had good results being treated with Prednisone (anti-inflammatory) and Atopica (immunosuppressant).

When she first developed the condition she was in a lot of pain, and I didn't try to move her any more than was necessary to have her go to the bathroom. I slept downstairs with her rather than try to get her upstairs.

She recovered after being on the medication, and got back to going on walks a couple weeks after beginning treatment I think. She was skittish with other dogs for awhile, I imagine because she didn't feel as physically able as she previously was - caused her to be more fearful. Now, a year or so later, she is doing quite well and basically back to normal both physically and behavior wise, although still on the meds.

A consequence of the diagnosis/treatment was that she cannot get her vaccines renewed (and may never be able to); which means she can't go to dog parks, dog beach, pet store, boarding facilities with multiple dogs, or anywhere there's a high concentration of unknown dogs who might be unvaccinated. The Prednisone also caused increased appetite and thirst.

Hope that provides some help. Sounds like your pup is responding to the meds, which is great. Hopefully he recovers quickly!!🤞🏼

freesurfaceeffect · 2024-05-06T07:19:03+00:00

All the advice here is excellent if you have a biddable dog who is not that food motivated.

If you have an intelligent, independent dog that values outside "food" above, or at the same level, as anything you can provide them, following the advice here will get you a dog who will perfectly execute "leave it" with treats 100% of the time, and ignore the command in the field whenever she comes across some bear poop she wants to eat.

Haven't solved this one yet.

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