Category Archives: Places to Go

North Etiwanda Preserve

Like Santa Rosa Plateau, North Etiwanda Preserve had the advantage of being close enough to get to easily while offering the possibility of lifers. I saw one, and for much of the time I was there, had a good time. … Continue reading

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The Oldest McDonald’s

Once I’d made the decision to drive to Randy’s Donuts, stopping at the McDonald’s in Downey was easy — it was pretty much right on the way from Ingleside to Ontario. This was the third McDonald’s restaurant, opening August 18, … Continue reading

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Randy’s Donuts

I left Santa Rosa Plateau around 5:00. My hotel was just under an hour away, but I didn’t care to spend the evening sitting in my room. I decided to do something silly. I battled the traffic — and yes, … Continue reading

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Santa Rosa Plateau Ecological Reserve

I traveled to Ontario, California, for five days for a conference. I took an early flight so I’d have some time to bird. I looked for a place that was close enough to visit after my plane landed at midday … Continue reading

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More from the Choo-Choo

I found this machine tucked into an obscure corner. I put in my dollar and got a fortune that said, in essence: “Don’t just intend to be nice to people. Really be nice to them. Intentions get you nowhere. Now … Continue reading

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