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Ensenada favor to ask: *for today*
Getting the report that the Port (or more likely, an independently hired crew) has started "dismantling" the SS Catalina in the bay in Ensenada.
I just got off the phone with a friend of mine, very closely involved with the (eventually unsuccessful) attempts to save the entire ship (and whose
efforts first brought this to my attention over 10? years ago) and we're seeking photos of what the ship looks like *as of today* AND photos of any
parts/pieces that may be lying along the shore that have not been transported away as of yet.
Does someone have the time/camera/availability to do such today?
If the weather's like it is in San Diego this morning, I realize that may not be a realistic possibility, and if so, at the earliest time that there's
a significant break in the weather would be what we're looking for.
Thanks,
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hi Doug
I may be able to take a couple of pics. I have not much time today so iuf you tell me what is the fastest easyest way to acces the area where the
Catalina is I would apreciate it.
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The last few times I've gotten up close from land, I've accessed the area by - ahhhh - well, "clearing" the fence a block west of Blvd. Costero, (and
a block or two to the north of the Chevrolet (?) dealer and Las Cazuelas de Kiki restaurant).
I've just walked out and taken a few pictures from the shore there, which is where the Catalina is sitting. I'd imagine it'd be that same shore where
any parts would be laying - if there were any to be seen (or on a barge if there's one nearby the ship).
They've continued with construction in that area, and it's always possible it's more difficult (or problematic) to access the shore there today than
in years past. My last time out was probably about a year ago.
Just out of curiosity, can anyone tell me the weather in Ensenada today?
Thank you for any help you can be with this Fernando.
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fernando:
if you travel on blvd lazaro Card##as from the cultural center towards the naval base, look to your right and you will see the ss catalina. you can
turn right at one of those small streets and get a good view of the ship.
hurry...
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Weather here started with semi-clear skys but, has clouded over, cold and windy. If it doesn't rain soon, it's missing a good chance.
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11;15 AM.........Raining now and blowing harder, out of the south. A very nasty day.
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Thanks for the weather info and updates....
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Hi Doug
I managed to get near the boat not to much though and took a couple of pics. please give me your email so I can send them to you.
The wind has picked up a lot and oits defionetly stormy. Ill send you a pic as well of todays weather
take care
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doug:
when you get the photos from fernando, please post them.
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Fernando,
Thank you for your efforts.
You can use the email link with my posts - and may need to respond to a confirmation email (checking for "real" email senders).... or I'll send you an
alternative one via u2u.
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Doug
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OK just sent you the email. I havent figured out how to post pics in the Forum
hope they are useful
Fernando
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I'm so appreciative of the members of this forum, and the overall willingness to support each other.
Thank you very much to Fernando of Baja Outfitters, who took time out of his busy schedule today - and braved the elements - to snap pictures of the
SS Catalina for me.
I'm including a couple of looks at image(s) I received from Fernando, along with one of those he sent demonstrating the weather being experienced
today in Ensenada.
THANKS for doing this for me Fernando!
BTW - if anyone else "happens" to be in the general vicinity and can easily take another shot or two of the ship that would show any further details
(or a look at it from a different angle - or maybe closer-in), it would continue to be of great interest and assistance.
Thanks so much.
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(edit: hey, I need to attach the photo!!!)
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Looking forward to seeing them, Doug!
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I will be in Ensenada next week. I will shoot some pics and send to you if you like.
Chris
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Set back a little to see where the shore is in relation to the ship.
I forwarded these pictures to my contact, and although they seem difficult to pickup the details in, he was able to describe in great detail what was
now removed, and what still remained on the ship - just from Fernando's pics alone. Again, thank you very much Fernando!
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the wind in Ensenada earlier today (from Fernando)...
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| Quote: | Originally posted by bajaone
I will be in Ensenada next week. I will shoot some pics and send to you if you like.
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Chris,
At the rate they're taking things off, I don't know what'll remain by then to take pictures of???!!!
I am interested in seeing any other angles at this that would be easily available - and appreciate your offer to help out with this.
Thanks,
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If we were able to find a museum - or other taker - to permanently keep and maintain the steam engine smokestack, and then "negotiate" somehow to
acquire it in this process....
Anyone have any thoughts on where it could be temporarily stored in the area?
How about a suggestion for transporting it to the border - or into Southern California? (who?; how?)
If it ships sideways, the walls on the smokestack would need to be bolstered, otherwise it would collapse.
Thought I'd put it out there and see what everyone's thoughts were on this.
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I'm willing to bet that after they take off anything and everything of "value" she'll be put to rest with the others that are moored out in front of
Rancho Packard, Punta Banda, IF she makes it that far.
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well, if it makes it to Rancho Packard we can take pix of it daily from our patio!
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