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Poppy Bloom
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My wife and I discovered this field of poppies after a large orange patch caught my eye to the north of the 118 freeway. We hiked in from Oak County Park and eventually found it. I love our State Flower!
My wife and I discovered this field of poppies after a large orange patch caught my eye to the north of the 118 freeway. We hiked in from Oak County Park and eventually found it. I love our State Flower!
Simi Democrats!
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Participated in the 2022 Simi Valley Street Fair with the Simi Valley Democratic Club. This photo is really important to me as this was the first time I participated in the club and the street fair. I've been as a…
Participated in the 2022 Simi Valley Street Fair with the Simi Valley Democratic Club. This photo is really important to me as this was the first time I participated in the club and the street fair. I've been as a…
California Dreaming
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This photo was taken on my morning walk January 30, 2023. It was the middle of a wet spell and that morning the sun came out just long enough to catch this double rainbow over Pt. Mugu. The moment was a perfect…
This photo was taken on my morning walk January 30, 2023. It was the middle of a wet spell and that morning the sun came out just long enough to catch this double rainbow over Pt. Mugu. The moment was a perfect…
Saticoy Little League
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Born in raised in Ventura County. Played Little League at Saticoy Little League at the original location at the Ventura river. Then watched my own boys play local Little League in Ventura County at Ojai Valley Little…
Born in raised in Ventura County. Played Little League at Saticoy Little League at the original location at the Ventura river. Then watched my own boys play local Little League in Ventura County at Ojai Valley Little…
Ventura County Sheriff Andrew Snodgrass
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Andrew Snodgrass was the 5th Ventura County Sheriff and served from 1882-1890. His son was the famous professional baseball player, Fred Snodgrass. He also looks a lot like Alec Baldwin!
Andrew Snodgrass was the 5th Ventura County Sheriff and served from 1882-1890. His son was the famous professional baseball player, Fred Snodgrass. He also looks a lot like Alec Baldwin!
Favorite Quiet Place
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The jetty at Ventura Beach is my favorite place to contemplate. When I feel stressed or need to reprioritize, this is where I find solace and peace.
The jetty at Ventura Beach is my favorite place to contemplate. When I feel stressed or need to reprioritize, this is where I find solace and peace.
Snow on South Mountain!
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It’s a rare sight to see snow covering the SP on South Mountain. Crazy weather and unprecedented rainfall was the theme of the winter of 2023.
It’s a rare sight to see snow covering the SP on South Mountain. Crazy weather and unprecedented rainfall was the theme of the winter of 2023.
Santa Paula Flowers
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Colors of spring
Colors of spring
Matilija Dam
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Matilija Dam after the rain
Matilija Dam after the rain
Santa Clara School
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Ventura County historic landmark
Ventura County historic landmark
Ventura County Strawberries
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Our county's top crop!
Our county's top crop!
Spring Passion
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This postcard is from a special exhibit for the Museum of Ventura County from 2002. The pastel drawing was created by artist Jannene Behl and is called "Spring Passion."
This postcard is from a special exhibit for the Museum of Ventura County from 2002. The pastel drawing was created by artist Jannene Behl and is called "Spring Passion."
Spears Saloon, First county courthouse
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In 1873, the first county offices – including the courthouse – were located on the second floor of Spear’s Saloon, owned by Henry Spear. The building was located in downtown Ventura on the corner of Main and Palm…
In 1873, the first county offices – including the courthouse – were located on the second floor of Spear’s Saloon, owned by Henry Spear. The building was located in downtown Ventura on the corner of Main and Palm…
District Attorney B.T. Williams, 1873
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B.T. Williams: In September 1873, B.T. Williams was elected district attorney and served two consecutive two-year terms. He was elected superior court judge in 1884 and served as such for 18 years.
B.T. Williams…
B.T. Williams: In September 1873, B.T. Williams was elected district attorney and served two consecutive two-year terms. He was elected superior court judge in 1884 and served as such for 18 years.
B.T. Williams…
My Favorite VCSO Captain
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The photo showed beloved, retired VCSO Captain Bill Boyd in years past directing traffic in Camarillo for the Pt. Mugu Air Show. Bill was a member of the traffic division at Camarillo PD at the time.
The photo showed beloved, retired VCSO Captain Bill Boyd in years past directing traffic in Camarillo for the Pt. Mugu Air Show. Bill was a member of the traffic division at Camarillo PD at the time.
Point Mugu Air Show
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The Navy Blue Angels were the highlight of the Point Mugu Air Show in the 80s.
The Navy Blue Angels were the highlight of the Point Mugu Air Show in the 80s.
Esplanade Mall, 1970s
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I grew up with this mall.
I grew up with this mall.
Peace
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When I first moved back to Ventura County I would come to these rocks to sit and pray. It's a beautiful spot to contemplate.
When I first moved back to Ventura County I would come to these rocks to sit and pray. It's a beautiful spot to contemplate.
Black Mountain Ranch After Rainfall
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After the first big rainstorm of 2023 we went for a drive from Santa Paula to Ojai. Although you could still see the damage from the rains, road closures, mud, closed trails… we also saw how beautiful and green the…
After the first big rainstorm of 2023 we went for a drive from Santa Paula to Ojai. Although you could still see the damage from the rains, road closures, mud, closed trails… we also saw how beautiful and green the…
Bracero Cuadrilla Jalisiense 1950
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This panoramic photo was donated by a grandson of a bracero from Jalisco, Mexico. It features a Bracero crew or cuadrilla that worked in Ventura County in the 1950s and was supervised by Rudy (last name unknown) who is…
This panoramic photo was donated by a grandson of a bracero from Jalisco, Mexico. It features a Bracero crew or cuadrilla that worked in Ventura County in the 1950s and was supervised by Rudy (last name unknown) who is…