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GC24EX7: Laguna Lawn Bowlers – California

His:

In a park for any seeker to find,
near bowls of the uneven kind.
For the games you could play,
and for the beach you may stay.
your toes be kept in mind.

Hers:

soon to come

full of fun

while she sits at work

and does her work

this will remain undone

More Info:

Enjoy this cache’s proximity to the unique game of Lawn Bowling.

As they say:

“It is a cure for care, an antidote for worry,
it includes companionship with friends, social ability
and opportunities for courtesy, kindliness and generosity to an opponent.
It provides not only physical health but moral force(ility).”

In a camo pill bottle. BOYP. Beware of muggles and enjoy the sights of the park. Rockpile surf break is straight out from this find, and on a sunny day with some swell, it provides some great entertainment.

Cheers!

Here it is online @ Geocaching.com

Or

Find it on your own with the coordinates:

N 33° 32.623 W 117° 47.505

February 28, 2010   No Comments

GC24AXY: Fisherman’s Cove – California

Hers:

In a dandy sepulcher by the sea,
is where this geocache be.
and it’s not a prank,
when we say you should thank
E.B.Moritz Foundry

His:

This beach of sun and glee,
basking in line with the sea.
And our little package of fun,
spends days with it’s companion,
Mr. E.B.Moritz’ Iron Foundry

Cache is in a camo pill bottle. Once you’ve found it have a look about and smile at the neighbors who are excited to see you visit. Hopefully you’ll enjoy visiting one of Laguna’s quieter beaches. Watch out for the ever present muggles.

BYOP or stamp. Please report any issues and well fix it promptly. Cheers!

Here it is online @ Geocaching.com

Or

Find it on your own with the coordinates:

N 33° 32.731 W 117° 47.737

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And Of Course, Here’s A Spoiler Photo

February 25, 2010   No Comments

Pertinent CA Motorized Scooter Vehicle Codes

A Selection of California Vehicle Codes for riding motorized scooters:

Recently I’ve become the owner of a brand new Honda Metropolitan Motorized Scooter.  It’s a very common 49 cc scooter that buzzes about the Bay Area on any day of the week.  They’re cheap ($500-1800 used, $2300 new), reliable, consume only a fraction of fuel that compact cars do (100 miles/gallon) and quite safe (mainly due to the roads and speeds they’re limited to).  However, there are many questions out there regarding the legality of riding one; who can ride them, where they can be ridden, how they need to be insured, licensed, and registered, and generally if it’s just too much of a hassle to even get involved.
Today, after spending a solid 4 hours at the DMV and then another bit of time with my insurer and his underwriter and then poking about on the internet for good information (not advice), I’ve decided to post and pass along what I found regarding this vehicle, my 2003 49 cc Honda Metropolitan Motorized Scooter.  It’s yellow.  I like it a lot.  And I hope this information helps you when making a decision to buy and ride one too.
*This information is Not intended to be legal advice.
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Section 400-407.5 of the California Vehicle Code:

Section 400: Motorcycle: having a seat or saddle and traveling on not more than 3 wheels and less than 1500lbs.
Section 405: Motor Driven Cycle: a motorcycle with less than 150cc.
Section 407.5: Motorized Scooter: (A) A “motorized scooter” is any two-wheeled device that has handlebars, has a floorboard that is designed to be stood upon while riding, and is powered by an electric motor that is capable of propelling the device with or without human propulsion.  This device may also have a driver seat that does not interfere with the ability to stand.  For purposes of motorized bicycle or moped, as defined in section 406, or a toy, as defined in section 108550 of the Health and Safety Code, is not a motorized scooter. (B) A device meeting the definition in subdivision (A) that is powered by a source other than electrical power is also a motorized scooter.

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Section 12804.9 of the California Vehicle Code:

A Class C license includes: (B)(3)(H) motorized scooters; (B)(3)(I) does not include motorcycle or motor-driven cycle.

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So there you have it.

February 16, 2010   1 Comment

A Wak With Bernie.

walking with bernie and Kira

A beautiful, extensive, and long winded walk through the Bay Area on Saturday …

http://blog.johnmizell.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/2010-02-06-Bay-Area-Walk.kml

was followed by a purchase of a rad little scoot-about.

February 7, 2010   3 Comments

Our Geocaching’s Own New Corner

Have a look at our new JohnMizell.com GeoCaching Site to follow our finds and try to seek our our hides. It’s not much, but it’s there. However, I like commentary, so I may continue to post here as well.. Enjoy!

February 3, 2010   2 Comments