Re: Quartzsite Jan 2013
Reply #51 –
Nice photos, Paul. I set up a production system for a "maquilladora" in Mexicali back in the 1970s so I got to know the Imperial Valley pretty well. I remember that it got pretty cold at night but usually heated up during the day. I guess this year is special.
What I loved about the area was the juxtaposition of wilderness, rural agricultural America, and raucous city life in the Mexican city of Mexicali. Mexicali is the capitol of the state of Baja California, Norte and home to a university, night clubs, terrific restaurants and many, many American factories. In those days travel back and forth across the border was simple and many Americans employed at the manufacturing plants on the Mexican side commuted between work and home in El Centro. I chose to live in a nice apartment on the Mexican side.
There are exotic oases in the mountains west of Mexicali that are beautiful. I had a 4wd Dodge Ramcharger and spent a lot of time exploring on both sides of the border. Tons of fun!!
Sue and I want to do a Quartzite rally but we're 4.5 years away from her retirement. Thanks for the pictures. 
Craig
Topic: Quartzsite Jan 2013