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HaciendaCerritos
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pponcy11 - check your u2u
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BajaBoomerBabe
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Location: Kelowna, B.C & San Jose del Cabo, BCS
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Mood: Getting excited about driving down Baja!
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pponcy 11
Sounds like an exciting trip. I have just recently purchased a condo in San Jose and love it there. Not quite retired there yet but soon. I think
you may find that SJ is a great place to socialize. Lots of single women, friendly and helpful. Someday I would like to drive down (from Canada) and
stop at all the beaches to do some kayaking. I will u2u with more info. as I will be in SJ for the month of Dec. Can't wait to get back there.
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alafrontera
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"Please post pictures of boat and chainsaw!! "
I thought it was "boat and motor"  OK, old joke...
low lattitude attitude
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Mulegena
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| Quote: | Originally posted by pponcy11
and at least two days near Bahia Concepcion. I am a great fan of seeing wildlife and I will have my 21 ft Four Winns so I am looking for a boat ramp
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In Mulege the Donation Pier is open, I believe. Stop in to Jungle Jim's, rest yourself and ask. The Jungla is just south of town off the highway on
the south river. The pier is nearby at the mouth of the river and behind The Hotel Serenidad and airstrip.
You'll love the beaches of the Bahia Concepcion just south of Mulege-- a string of pearls!
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BajaNuts
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Location: eastern WA, the DRY side
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here's a link to something you should be aware of. It's a very helpful link. Not to say anything weird would ever happen but it will make you AWARE
and if something raises a red flag, maybe this will help you spot it, stop it, or not even get there...
http://forums.bajanomad.com/viewthread.php?tid=36760
And there are other single women living full time in Baja who haven't chimed in on the forum yet. Perhaps they will send a u2u...
GO FOR IT!
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BajaBoomerBabe
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Location: Kelowna, B.C & San Jose del Cabo, BCS
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On the above note:
So far the men I have met in Baja have been very respectful . I have not heard anything to the contrary from any of the single women I know there.
Somehow I think you can handle yourself.
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bajabass
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Registered: 10-4-2006
Location: La Paz,BCS
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Sell the Four Winns and buy a panga or a 17-19ft center console. Much more suited to Baja launching. There is a very good book "Trailer Boating Baja".
Get it, read it, believe it. I envy your ability to get away so young. I'll be 51 in Feb. and have at least 3-5 years left before I can grab my wife
and boat and gat out of here. Enjoy, you will do just fine!!
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Dianamo
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You Go Girl!
I'm driving down to the Los Barriles/East Cape area in early to mid-December, plan to take my time on this trip also, and stay until early to
mid-January. Lots of wonderful people! Let's try to get together in LB. I'll send a U2U.
BajasBabe
Minds are like parachutes...they only function when open!
\"The price of apathy is to be ruled by evil men.\" - Plato
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pponcy11
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I am so embarassed! I so wanted to post a great shot of the boat and this is all I have. My nephew messing around. Never thought about it but I am
always captain and usually take pics FROM the boat not of the boat. LOL
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pponcy11
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I will have to figure out how to upload pics. Will post them when I can. I think they are too big
I am now beginning to wonder if I should sell the boat instead of bringing it along but I REALLY like being out on the water and just hanging out.
Thanks again for all the info
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DENNIS
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| Quote: | Originally posted by pponcy11
I will have to figure out how to upload pics. Will post them when I can. I think they are too big
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Here ya go, PP........
http://forums.bajanomad.com/viewthread.php?tid=24603
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Woooosh
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| Quote: | Originally posted by BajaBoomerBabe
On the above note:
So far the men I have met in Baja have been very respectful . I have not heard anything to the contrary from any of the single women I know there.
Somehow I think you can handle yourself. |
Are you kidding me? Blatant sexual harassment and intimidation is a daily thing mexican ladies just deal with in all of Mexico (Mexico city now has
pink cabs and designated subway cars for ladies only). You think the Mexican culture of machoism is less in Baja? We don't even allow our 20 year
niece to walk from our house to the taxi stand, we drive her. Construction workers howl and whistle- even at girls so very young- it is creepy.
Every man thinks he's the "one for them" and they are very vocal about it.
Sadly, we watched the single gringa lady next door decline over the past three years. She befriended the local men- first to do some light work
around the house for her. She let her guard down, drank a little too much wine and soon became a toy for them all. She started drinking too much
daily and more than once I had to go out to the street to intervene and keep her safe. She gained some weight but made new "girlfriends" who were
skinny with even worse male friends. She ended up strung out on crystal meth. And this is a lady in her mid-40's no less.
Unless you are 100% mentally strong and stable and smart enough to know when you are being conned or scammed, you will eventually have at least a few
very bad experiences IMHO.
\"The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing\"
1961- JFK to Canadian parliament (Edmund Burke)
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DENNIS
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| Quote: | Originally posted by Woooosh
Are you kidding me? Blatant sexual harassment and intimidation is a daily thing mexican ladies just deal with in all of Mexico
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Yeah....it's a part of the culture women should be aware of. I think I've seen mentioned here that a woman should wear rings to indicate that she's
married. That, and carry a big container of pepper spray and don't be afraid to use it.
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BajaNuts
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Location: eastern WA, the DRY side
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I've heard pepper spray is illegal in Mexico. ( correct me if I'm wrong about that...)
A big can of RAID Yellowjacket/Wasp spray is a legal alternative, can keep it in the truck, close at hand or around the house...
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DENNIS
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| Quote: | Originally posted by BajaNuts
I've heard pepper spray is illegal in Mexico. ( correct me if I'm wrong about that...)
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Where did you hear that?
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pponcy11
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Thanks Dennis for the photo reference.
I have been down through the Baja many times vacationing with friends and family. While I have been approached I simply say no gracias and I haven't
had any trouble. I'm not naive enough to think I can't get into trouble, so asking how others handle things seems like a good idea. I think I
understand the culture and I do speak a fair amount of spanish. I don't drink in excess and definitely not interested in drugs, so I am usually not
anyplace where I will get into too much trouble. Okay lets be honest I am 5'8" and pretty sturdy as my father would say. Who do you think loads and
unloads the boat and waverunner. I am not someone who would put out the submissive vibe. I wanted to hear how the day to day stuff is for those gals
that live it on their own.
What is IMHO Whoosh?
Bajabass I know its not easy to choose to be happy as opposed to do what is expected of you or what is common. Some of us can not live without
adventure or challenge and that usually means lots of change. I would gladly give up financial stability for laughter and joy anyday. It just took me
awhile before I gave myself permission. I reached out on this board because most of those around me, my family and friends think I am absolutely out
of my mind. Why would a woman travel alone in the US let alone Mexico. Sometimes you can't explain why you have to do what you have to do. But who
could resist the beautiful sunrises and sunsets that are posted on here all the time. Obviously not me.
Have a great day eneryone! I have to get back to it.
I appreciate ALL of your comments!
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comitan
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The following blogsite is a single woman doing what she wants, you will have to go into her archives to see Mexico adventures.
http://sweettooth.typepad.com/mst/
Strive For The Ideal, But Deal With What\'s Real.
Every day is a new day, better than the day before.(from some song)
Lord, Keep your arm around my shoulder and your hand over my mouth.
“The sincere pursuit of truth requires you to entertain the possibility that everything you believe to be true may in fact be false”
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BajaBoomerBabe
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Location: Kelowna, B.C & San Jose del Cabo, BCS
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I have lived in and travelled thru Mexico over the past 30 years. Never worn a fake wedding ring or carried pepper spray. I am 5'4" and not big or
unattractive. Just used common sense and didn't walk around alone late at night uninhibited. Yes, Mexican men will make comments and whistle but I
have never had a problem with them in my travels. I have had many Mexican men work for me, I treat them like I would in Canada. I have Mexican friends
from all walks of life, they are welcome in my home as I am welcome in theirs. I love the culture there and can't wait to return there to live.
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JESSE
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| Quote: | Originally posted by Woooosh
| Quote: | Originally posted by BajaBoomerBabe
On the above note:
So far the men I have met in Baja have been very respectful . I have not heard anything to the contrary from any of the single women I know there.
Somehow I think you can handle yourself. |
Are you kidding me? Blatant sexual harassment and intimidation is a daily thing mexican ladies just deal with in all of Mexico (Mexico city now has
pink cabs and designated subway cars for ladies only). You think the Mexican culture of machoism is less in Baja? We don't even allow our 20 year
niece to walk from our house to the taxi stand, we drive her. Construction workers howl and whistle- even at girls so very young- it is creepy.
Every man thinks he's the "one for them" and they are very vocal about it.
Sadly, we watched the single gringa lady next door decline over the past three years. She befriended the local men- first to do some light work
around the house for her. She let her guard down, drank a little too much wine and soon became a toy for them all. She started drinking too much
daily and more than once I had to go out to the street to intervene and keep her safe. She gained some weight but made new "girlfriends" who were
skinny with even worse male friends. She ended up strung out on crystal meth. And this is a lady in her mid-40's no less.
Unless you are 100% mentally strong and stable and smart enough to know when you are being conned or scammed, you will eventually have at least a few
very bad experiences IMHO. |
C'mon, theres good and bad people everywhere. It all comes down to the individual, and its preferences and or problems. Blatant sexual harrasment is
NOT a daily thing here.
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wadeinthewater
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Send me a private e and I'll be more than happy to share my experiences and answer any questions I can. Shari is a great person and great resource.
(Hi girlfriend!)
I am a single gal in my mid 50s who moved down here a few years ago to follow MY dream and I live in Buena Vista (East Cape.) My kids, friends,
co-workers and family thought I was crazy too. My best protection is my 2 dogs, who are also my best friends. Mexicans don't like dogs and I feel very
safe, even though there are few gringos around here most of the time. Watch your back with gringos that live here, too!!
If you need a place to stay, I have a second bedroom. You're welcome to visit.
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