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JamesBC
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"Gifts"
So, we are heading off into some really rural areas. I'd like to throw some things in to give to folks who live in far out ranchos and fish camps. Any
ideas on what is most appreciated? Thinking of bringing along some stuff for any kids, and for families...
Thanks!
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woody with a view
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for the kids....all of your kids discards.
for the folks...tequila and limes.
for the fishermen....30# test spools and lures to match... nudie mags....
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Diver
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For the kids;
T shirts and clothes...
Pencils and sharpeners and lined or colored paper.
Markers, crayons, colored pencils.
Toothbrushes and little paste tubes.
Any small doll or stuffed animal for hte little ones.
Agua and cervesa for the hombres.
Or a batch of tamales or empinadas.
The men LOVE leather gloves and Woody is right about the line and lures.
The women love anything for their kids and tea and spices;
and those tiny bottles of perfume for moms and 'teen girls.
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Osprey
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slingshots, marbles, candy and cokes. (discounts to Modern Dental Care plans?)
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lingililingili
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bet oranges are a real treat!
[Edited on 3/11/08 by lingililingili]
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livencabo
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Remember to observe the custom of giving things to the parents for the children and not to give the children anything directly.
Ice chests are expensive down here and people have many uses for them. If your itinerary permits, fill one or more with a little ice (block) and
bring cases of beer and individual fruit drinks. Carrot juice mixes are best.
A sturdy dirt bike in decent condition would be shared by a whole family.
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bajabound2005
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Oranges were in fact a big hit at Christmas time. We were out delivering food boxes and on the way picked up several kilos of oranges. Appreciated
by kids and adults alike!
Friends don't let friends drink white zinfandel.
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roamingthroughbaja
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We found that the people out in the remote fish camps really appreciate shampoo, dish washing liquid, hand soap and laundry soap. This is stuff they
have to drive a long way to get.
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wilderone
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They have a long drive to get anything - everything is appreciated. I take packages of pasta, toothbrushes, crayons and paper, socks, cookies.
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Sharksbaja
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Lighters, cups or mugs. Folding knives, tools.
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Viva Mulege!
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susanna
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James BC where are you coming from? If you are anywhere nearby Sacramento i
can help out with some t - shirts and shorts for kids and also toiletries.
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JamesBC
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Coming down from Oregon. Send me a U2U, maybe we can coordinate a 'pick up'. We'll be passing by Sacramento Wednesday the 19th.
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JamesBC
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...and thanks everyone for the great ideas - I'm going to try to pick up a couple of craigslist bikes, and see what other suggested things I can pick
up. Viva Baja!
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vacaenbaja
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As long as I can remember the people of baja seem to just LOVE Best Food Mayonaise. Get a big one from Costco. Spices like pepper and garlic salt also
seem to be popular.I alway take a few soccer balls along with a hand pump and needle for the kids as one ball goes a long way when shared in a game.
Batteries in bulk are good. A good sharpening stone and knife is
useful for fishermen and in the kitchen as much of the meat still has to be trimmed down to size. also bring schiracha (rooster) hot sause. And
although
it is salty and most likely bad for you lots of people like Cup of Noodle type
soups. If you are going to real remote areas people often cherish photos of the family. Of course you would have to have either some kind of polaroid
or a digital camera and one of those photo paper printers.
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Capt. George
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More and more "Ugly Americans"...don't ya just love it!
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bajamigo
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We bring things to a Oaxacan "village" here in Punta Banda. What goes over really big are those rubber shoes called "jellies." You can wash the mud
off them fairly easily, and of course they don't deteriorate as would a regular shoe. And they're colorful!
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DENNIS
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| Quote: | Originally posted by vacaenbaja
As long as I can remember the people of baja seem to just LOVE Best Food Mayonaise. Get a big one from Costco. |
I guess it would be best to know they have refrigeration in the house. Mayo spoils quickly. You're right about the mayo popularity. I took my
worker to Costco and he was drawn to the mayonaise section like a bolt to a magnet.
After-thought.....
Due to the short shelf-life of the product, I would think the smallest container would be more practical.
[Edited on 3-12-2008 by DENNIS]
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I never have to ask for extra mayo when I order the bacon wrapped hot dogs with velveta cheese, they come with plenty piled on!
Ken
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DENNIS
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| Quote: | Originally posted by tripledigitken
I never have to ask for extra mayo when I order the bacon wrapped hot dogs with velveta cheese, they come with plenty piled on!
Ken |
Isn't mayo the base for the white sauce at all the fish taco stands?
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Sharksbaja
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I sure wish they would refrigerate that stuff. I almost died from a quesoburro last year. The only thing in there not cooked was the "white
sauce".
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