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Still Life Café, Independence
With uncertain grace Malika cooked, served and bussed her bistro. French dining had been a least expected delight after a handful of nuts provided the fuel for subzero explorations of the windswept Bristlecone Pines up at 10000 feet.
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Alabama Hills, Lone Pine
Katja flashing Leonosphere. Alabama Hills, where getting to the first bolt of a 5.7 might involve a 5.10 smear.
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Panamint Valley Jump
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Mesquite Dune Tai Chi
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Bad Water Bizarre
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State Line Cabin
When you are in Gold Point, look for a Walt. Actually, don’t look for him, he will find you. You’ll get good stories and cheap burritos. Look in his eyes and you won’t ask why he moved from New York, back when it had seven million people to this town which now has seven. Tip…
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Gold Point, Nevada
You may decide to drive here, you may not. It is a 34 mile detour off a minor highway. Do go, you won’t regret it. The sign at the town entrance reminds of better days, “Population 22”. You can’t buy beer here, but you might get one free. Donations accepted.
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Life and Death in the Big Smokey Valley
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Winnemucca Hotel & Bar
The oldest place in town, serving Basque food and sad stories. Michael, bartender and second generation owner, recommended we skip the food and go to Martin’s Hotel instead. Family style Basque-Amercin feast and friendly conversations with Australian mineral prospectors.
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Denio, Nevada