The Campfire.

[The StRanger]

Ya but it California move in and Natives moving out...

[Java]

Going through some hiking planning stuff and had this bookmarked; I can't recall if I've already posted it here, but even so it's worth a second look. Her artwork at the end is fantastic too.

[TDash]

The StRanger previously posted:

[Jim]

Paul previously posted:

[Jim]

TDash previously posted:

[TDash]

Jim previously posted:

[Jim]

1) Would I consider myself a native or put that tag on me - nope. I was not born here, though even if I was, I hope I'd have the same personality as I have as I type these words. If you look at my vehicles - no bumper stickers or symbols (thus if I were a native, said sticker wouldn't be displayed). I try to keep a low profile and let my word and handshake speak.

2) In your view of "natives" being hostile to others. I can see it. A stereotype might exist. In certain aspects, [edit: I feel that] Colorado is a state filled with warped people (sadly). Colorado has a 50+ year history of being a state that favors death over life. The recent law is another stone in Colorado's path of death.

Of note - politics and religion are allowed on the forum (saying as a member, not the admin). I went looking for those topics in the rules a year or so ago and was surprised to see they are not forbidden. The primary focus is to keep conversation civil and productive and not derogatory. If any consider my #2 paragraph comments to be negative, kindly let me know - I'm open to productive discussion.

[FINOCJ]

The StRanger previously posted:

[Java]

I'm Brooklyn born and bred so like most New Yorkers I feel I'm doing you all a favor by being here. I should say "Y'all" to include Texans and their bad spelling. You may have noticed the sun shines brighter around me, you're welcome for that and all the little intangibles that make New Yorkers special and universally welcome. We can't all be east coast awesome, but even if you're from yucky California or somewhere in the middle like horrible Lakewood, the important thing to remember is that we're not Canadian.

[Java]

Why we're all more bitchy with each other these days:

https://www.theatlantic.com/magazine...ZSQEInpdAvMRqs

[The StRanger]

FINOCJ previously posted:

[Jim]

Side by Side weekend hillbilly

10 sec vid

https://tv.gab.com/channel/americanf...0f2cccd012d77c

[TDash]

this was too funny to me to not share

[Java]

Apparently this has come up so often that it's on the homepage for Golden Gate Canyon State Park:

"UBER/LYFT/CarShare Customers:

Please note that while those services will drop customers off at the park, they will not accept requests for rides for those leaving the park (we are not in their pick-up search area). There is little to no cell coverage on park so make sure you have set plans on how to return home before you come up. Rangers / park staff do not offer rides back into town."

https://cpw.state.co.us/placestogo/p...ldenGateCanyon

[speedkills]

It's a little weird that they won't just charge you more and come get you. Since my wife doesn't drive anymore once in a while I find myself needing a ride down the mountain and while the rideshare services will bring me home, if I want to get picked up in Ned I end up making a two stop trip, Boulder -> Ned -> where I really want to go. The driver calls me from Boulder saying they can't find me, I tell them start the clock, then drive up to Ned and pick me up.

[Jim]

Meanwhile, down Texas'way...
(does not see dirt)

[Trevor?]

Jim previously posted:

[Trevor?]

Now this is more like it. Toyota Previa body on a 32 foot motor home frame. It's so absurd it makes me smile.

https://www.thedrive.com/news/toyota...-to-spend-3000

[Java]

Today in unintentional anarchy: 23rd and Quitman in the Highlands, cable company wrapped up extra line and made a statement.

[Java]

Just took my tent like this down from my garage rafters where it has been sitting open since I came back from camping with it half folded and bungee corded to the roof rack. I was so mad at it I would have thrown it away if it would have fit in my trash can. I had to hose it off, it was super dusty from being up there so long, after it's dry I'm trying this.

How to fold up your Pop Up privacy tent
1) create a taco
2) make a frog face
3) line up the eyes
4) close the mouth