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mcfez
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Lumber can be brought in for firewood, not tree cuts....if I am correct. Wood cuts might have among other things... have beetles in it..bad guys to
deal with like up here at the High Sierras infestations
Old people are like the old cars, made of some tough stuff. May show a little rust, but good as gold on the inside.
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wilderone
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Before your trip, keep an eye out locally for construction going on - the lumber framing stage. Just ask for scrap - they'll be happy to let you have
it. Or ask your construction friends where they're working. I stockpile trash cans full of construction scrap. It will last for many camping days
(and packs well - all those right angles).
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tripledigitken
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Haven't seen any framing around here for years.
This ain't no joke.
Good tip though.
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BajaBlanca
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I believe it is a new law but NO WOOD is now being allowed into Mexico. We brought in lots and lots when we were building our second floor but now
-no more wood allowed ...
I might have a photo somewhere .... will try to find the sign Isaw right at the border.
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mcfez
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| Quote: | Originally posted by BajaBlanca
I believe it is a new law but NO WOOD is now being allowed into Mexico. We brought in lots and lots when we were building our second floor but now
-no more wood allowed ...
I might have a photo somewhere .... will try to find the sign Isaw right at the border. |
No need friend...we believe you. It's a odd law I think to ban processed wood....(?). Anyhow....I wont drag no more down there now. Thanks for that
info
Old people are like the old cars, made of some tough stuff. May show a little rust, but good as gold on the inside.
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AmoPescar
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FUNNY STORY ABOUT CONSTRUCTION SCRAP WOOD
When we bought our home it had a fireplace, so I was always buying logs or looking for scraps to burn.
Well...a bank was being remodeled next door to my work, so I went over and picked up some scrap. Got it home and put in the fireplace and turned on
the gas burner to help it along. Well no matter how much gas I added, it just wouldn't burn. Turns out it was treated to be FIREPROOF!
Miguelamo   
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mcfez
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| Quote: | Originally posted by AmoPescar
FUNNY STORY ABOUT CONSTRUCTION SCRAP WOOD
When we bought our home it had a fireplace, so I was always buying logs or looking for scraps to burn.
Well...a bank was being remodeled next door to my work, so I went over and picked up some scrap. Got it home and put in the fireplace and turned on
the gas burner to help it along. Well no matter how much gas I added, it just wouldn't burn. Turns out it was treated to be FIREPROOF!
Miguelamo |
!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!  Oh my Gods!
Old people are like the old cars, made of some tough stuff. May show a little rust, but good as gold on the inside.
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Marc
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| Quote: | Originally posted by burnrope
Nowdays, I get my wood from the pharmicia. |
Is it good wood? Can get it on the internet also
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sanquintinsince73
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Many years ago in El Faro Beach, Ensenada we ran out of firewood at night, so in our drunken state we went over to a construction sight nearby and
literally dragged a 20-foot long wooden ladder back to our campsite and burned it.
The next morning the "Jefe" at the construction site found us easily by following the tracks we had left when dragging the ladder on the dirt road.
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Marc
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| Quote: | Originally posted by toneart
I am not sure about bringing firewood into Mexico. You absolutely cannot bring Mexican firewood into the U.S. The fact that some have been turned away
or lectured leads me to believe that you are not supposed to bring it into Mexico. You know how inconsistent all Mexican agencies are in enforcing
their laws, or even being aware of them.
As far as gathering, Mesquite gathering is OK, but it is usually on somebody's land. Ask and pay. It is against the law for a gringo to collect Cardon
Cactus wood, even dead wood on the ground.
In Mulege, I have a fireplace inside and outside the house. It gets cold overnight and early mornings during the winter. Firewood really helps. I pay
a guy named Marcelo (for those who know him) to bring me wood. Marcelo is a cowboy, ranch hand and also conducts horseback rides. His 10 yr. old son
also helps. They bring Mesquite and also cardon for kindling. A pickup load of Mesquite costs around 350-400 pesos.
Picture of my casita from back, showing fireplace.
Picture didn't post. I will work on it.
[Edited on 12-6-2010 by toneart]
[Edited on 12-7-2010 by toneart] |
Toneart, I think I had dinner with you at El Patron some years back. We were talking, then you joined our table. After dinner you showed us your house
in the Orchard. You are a musician? I wondered how you came through the floods. I drove through three months ago and the place seemed deserted. Sad
because those are really nice houses.
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toneart
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| Quote: | Originally posted by Marc
| Quote: | Originally posted by toneart
I am not sure about bringing firewood into Mexico. You absolutely cannot bring Mexican firewood into the U.S. The fact that some have been turned away
or lectured leads me to believe that you are not supposed to bring it into Mexico. You know how inconsistent all Mexican agencies are in enforcing
their laws, or even being aware of them.
As far as gathering, Mesquite gathering is OK, but it is usually on somebody's land. Ask and pay. It is against the law for a gringo to collect Cardon
Cactus wood, even dead wood on the ground.
In Mulege, I have a fireplace inside and outside the house. It gets cold overnight and early mornings during the winter. Firewood really helps. I pay
a guy named Marcelo (for those who know him) to bring me wood. Marcelo is a cowboy, ranch hand and also conducts horseback rides. His 10 yr. old son
also helps. They bring Mesquite and also cardon for kindling. A pickup load of Mesquite costs around 350-400 pesos.
Picture of my casita from back, showing fireplace.
Picture didn't post. I will work on it.
[Edited on 12-6-2010 by toneart]
[Edited on 12-7-2010 by toneart] |
Toneart, I think I had dinner with you at El Patron some years back. We were talking, then you joined our table. After dinner you showed us your house
in the Orchard. You are a musician? I wondered how you came through the floods. I drove through three months ago and the place seemed deserted. Sad
because those are really nice houses. |
Yes Mark. That was me. I remember you.
We were spared a flood this last year.
My casita and all those that are still standing on solid ground are totally cleaned up since Hurricane Jimena, over a year ago. Cleaning up woodwork
and appliances and standing up fallen palm trees was all that was required.
Unfortunately, not everyone fared well. Most along the river are gone...which you probably noticed. A few others within The Orchard were undermined by
surging swirling water and they collapsed in a hole where they were standing. The houses are now either up and gleaming, or they were totally
destroyed, and those who had insurance collected.
There are only a couple of full time residents there . Most return for the winter and spring. As I understand, many have already returned for the
season. (I am not there right now). A local, dependable family takes care of my landscaping. They have had my key for years. When there has been a
flood, they go in and start cleaning it up. They don't have to ask permission. They know I am good for their fees. They also prepare the house for my
arrival with advance notice; bringing all furniture and appliance downstairs and arranging. They put it up when I leave. Very sweet people! I have
never had anything pilfered.
We took charge of our Homeowner's Association two years ago. We hire our own security and have had zero incidences since. Most homeowners whose houses
were ruined have cleared their lots. Some have not and the H.O. assn. is working on that. There is still a lot of rubble on those lots.
After Hurricane Jimena, we had enough money in reserve to restore the infrastructure; electric, water and roads. We again have enough money in reserve
for any future emergency. We all get a vote as to how to appropriate the money.
And...would you believe it?....We can still get insurance for the full value, which includes flood/earthquake. Mine has been for sale for $50,000 for
a couple of years. There has been mild interest, but no offers. Even so, it is still a wonderful place to be. I don't know anywhere else in the world
with similar amenities, where I could get the same for 50K. The photo that I posted in this thread is current; post Jimena. If this sounds like a
commercial, it is...sort of. I have not been very proactive in trying to sell it. Rick Barber,of Pelican Reef Realty has the listing. Someone will
come along and recognize its value. If not, that's cool. I will continue to hang out there, fish, schmooze with great people and eat great food. Tough
life, huh?
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BajaWarrior
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| Quote: | Originally posted by mcfez
| Quote: | Originally posted by BajaBlanca
I believe it is a new law but NO WOOD is now being allowed into Mexico. We brought in lots and lots when we were building our second floor but now
-no more wood allowed ...
I might have a photo somewhere .... will try to find the sign Isaw right at the border. |
No need friend...we believe you. It's a odd law I think to ban processed wood....(?). Anyhow....I wont drag no more down there now. Thanks for that
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BajaBlanca
Are you saying wood or lumber (there is a difference) because I legally imported $700 worth of 2x6x20' just this past November 17th. The whole
process took 8 minutes.
[Edited on 12-9-2010 by BajaWarrior]
Haven't had a bad trip yet....
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BajaBlanca
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I stand corrected. You can legally import it, pay a duty, but can't bring it across without the proper paperwork.
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CortezBlue
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| Quote: | Originally posted by socalrat
Assuming we don't eat in town, we cook over the fire just about every night. Is it possible to gather 'wood' (or would it be Mesquite?) west of town
(or maybe someplace else?). Any warnings or tips?
thanks in advance!
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