I had plans to travel a lot for the last two+ months before going back to work in May. But the coronavirus situation has changed that. I don’t see the point in visiting a lot of those places, when so many businesses are closed and there is such a threat of getting sick.
Why go to Vegas, when the casinos are closed, the attractions are shuttered, and the restaurants aren’t available? Nothing to do and nowhere to go. And I’m not excited about crossing into Mexico, either at Los Algodones or Tijuana. It appears that the border could close at any time. Yuma is still an attractive destination for me, but it can get pretty hot and again, much of the businesses will be closed for some time. San Diego is getting harder to vandwell in and the cops are writing tickets if they catch you.
My boss said my job is safe, but if this scare continues or worsens, the campgrounds may end up opening late, effecting my finances. I’m a little concerned about the government forbidding interstate traveling. If I was in Nevada or Arizona, and not allowed to return to California for work, that would majorly suck. I don’t think it will get that bad, but time will tell.
One idea I did have, if things start getting scary with riots, robbing, and breakdown of civil law; I could go to the campground early. It is remote, few people in the area, there are bathrooms, fresh water is no problem, I could set up my shower tent and use my solar shower, lots of trails to hike. I have friends in that area, too. But it is still quite chilly up there, with lows in the teens to twenties, and highs in the 30’s to 40’s. No internet and only a couple radio stations. Plus I don’t want to get bored with being in the same place for possibly 6-7 months. So that is just a backup plan.
Ventura is a comfortable spot to stay and I’m leaning towards staying at least until I see how things shake out. Things should become more clear in the next 2-4 weeks, on both the virus and whether a recession is happening. By staying here, I’ll be in comfortable weather, with plenty to explore. There’s always that threat of civil unrest and crime happening, but there are less homeless and criminals here to instigate things. I feel fairly safe. By staying in place, I can also do better financially. Little gas expense, no need to run my propane heater, and no open restaurants to eat at. Time will show if I’ve made the right decision. It’s kind of a bummer, to not do all that traveling that I planned. But the situation has changed, and I’m more concerned about my safety and financial well-being. This is an enjoyable place to be stuck at. And there’s always next winter for traveling.
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