Mentryville Oil Ghost Town Rich in History

Mentryville Park is a tiny oil ghost town rich in history tucked away in a tiny corner of Pico Canyon.  It's an important piece of US History for its role in the Oil Boon, but still draws people today for its beautiful hiking trails set in the Santa Monica Mountains. It's recognizable from several tv and movie productions but also draws a crowd for its reputation for being haunted.

Huzzah! The Renaissance Pleasure Faire!

Huzzah! At the Renaissance Pleasure Faire where I have cinnamon sugar stuck to my...

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No Wine (ing) on the Pacific Coast Highway

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