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All things about the communities and natural wonders of the high Mojave Desert, California.


From Aqua Dulce to Needles, Bishop to Twentynine Palms, this is the California High Desert.

If you are new to the High Desert say hi and introduce yourself!


Let us know some upcoming events and we will post them here!


If you are new, say hello and let us know where you are at and what you like to do out here for fun. Seriously, we need ideas. Don't bogart the good ideas. NO HOOK UP POSTS. Don't DM members for hook ups!

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Off roading

Looking for people to go off roading with as a group located in Hesperia. Have my own sxs.

1 Comment
2024/12/01
01:28 UTC

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BB guns

Are there any places in Apple Valley or Lucerne to shoot bb guns?

8 Comments
2024/11/29
20:19 UTC

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Buying Medical Scrubs

Hi! Are there any good places in the high desert to get decently priced scrubs?

2 Comments
2024/11/29
01:51 UTC

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Casting call

Please come if you are interested in being in a short film

4 Comments
2024/11/28
06:15 UTC

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Daycare Recommendations?

Hi, does anyone have any recs for daycares in Hesperia, Victorville, or Apple Valley? Our baby will be about 4 months old when we'll be in need of one. Thanks in advance!

0 Comments
2024/11/28
05:07 UTC

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what it is where

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2024/11/28
00:31 UTC

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Spay/Neuter affordable clinics.

does anyone know of a clinic or hospital that offers affordable prices for spaying a cat? I've attempted applying for vouchers but I do not qualify because I am a Hesperia Resident. I'd appreciate any local resources.

14 Comments
2024/11/25
22:12 UTC

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best ent in the high desert?

Does anyone know a good ent doc in the high desert? (preferably victorville, apple valley or hesperia)

5 Comments
2024/11/24
22:39 UTC

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Does anyone work at Amazon in Redlands?

Hey, I'm looking for someone who commutes from Victorville or Hesperia to the LGB4 warehouse in Redlands from Sunday to Wednesday 6:30 pm to 5:00 am. I'm hoping to find someone to carpool to and from work with, I've got gas money and hopefully can work something out.

5 Comments
2024/11/24
21:22 UTC

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Heads up. Two people "canvassing" the area in TwentyNine Palms and then packages disappears.

7 Comments
2024/11/24
19:10 UTC

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Any recs for an affordable caterer for a 75 person Joshua tree wedding ?

Going to be at the Joshua tree inn. Very open to all fun ideas to try and keep the food good but the cost a little down! Food trucks etc

Thanks

1 Comment
2024/11/23
23:35 UTC

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The best prosthodontist in or near the high desert area

I'm desperately in need of a dentist who specializes in dentures and/or implants. I'm on my last 2 days of radiation and the chemo and other medications have destroyed my teeth. It was so fast. Less than 2 years and my teeth are destroyed. I've broken a front tooth now. I don't smile. I talk with my mouth closed as much as possible. It's humiliating. It's difficult and I kept putting it off because I was mortified to be seen and have the office think I'm on drugs. I know I shouldn't care what they think. But it's much easier said than done. I'm humiliated to get this done but I need to. I'm tired of looking at my teeth. I'm tired of being stressed and anxious about anyone seeing my teeth or accidentally smiling. I'm tired of covering my mouth when I do have to laugh and can't hide it. I'm tired of worrying about people seeing my teeth so now that my treatment is coming to an end, I desperately need to get dentures. The thought of having all of my remaining teeth removed is also something that's held me back. I don't have many left so you'd think with the condition they're in that I wouldn't wait. But it's so hard knowing my teeth will all be gone. At 36 years old. My therapist said that dentures are a prosthetic so while it may not be the same as say having an arm or leg removed, it's in the same category and can lead to a psychological impact. The only thing I'm looking forward to is being able to chew food normally again as I'm missing almost all of my molars and not having to hide my smile. Or hide my teeth while talking. I'm excited to have a nice smile. But the excitement quickly wears off once I remember I have to get all remaining teeth extracted. You'd think I'd be happy to get them removed. Especially the damaged ones...well all are damaged but there are some in front that you can clearly see the damage in. You'd think that would make me want to speed this process up. And while I do want to, I'm having a very difficult time with it. I was told to seek out a prosthodontist since they specialize in dentures. I guess I'm also terrified that they won't be right. They won't fit right. They won't look right. Etc. This has been the biggest and worst mind f*ck of my life besides my cancer diagnosis. I'm looking for any advice on how to mentally handle this and a good prosthodontist and office staff who are compassionate and understanding to one's emotions during this time. I don't want sympathy. I just don't want to be treated like just another number and not a human being who's just desperately trying to navigate through these life long changes and side effects from my treatment. I'm open to any and all advice I can get right now to help me navigate through this. All while having an almost non-existent support system. I have 1 person to lean on and that's my wonderful and amazing boyfriend. And I'm in therapy as well. This is fkn difficult. I just want to trust that I am in good hands and everything will work out just fine.

For anyone considering chemo/radiation, this is a heads-up to ask questions and get all the info beforehand. Dental issues was not once brought up to me by my team of doctors and it's very upsetting. Had I known this could leave me in this position, I just might have taken another route. If you're considering it, be aware of all of the side effects before committing. I wish I knew beforehand. Other than this, I've been very lucky and feel terrible complaining about my teeth when so many more people out there have it worse. I have had awful nausea and vomiting and have list close to 70 lbs which I needed to lose anyways lol and while my hair was thinning, I still have it. So I consider myself to be extremely lucky and am very grateful to not have had to shave my head or have any complications. The worst part about it is my teeth. So I'm very lucky. But damn, this sure has taken a toll mentally. Sorry this was so long and if you have read the entire thing, I appreciate it. Thanks for reading.

I prefer local as I live in Hesperia. But, I'm open to traveling down the hill as well. I'd like to travel no further than an hour or so away as my transportation is a bit difficult right now. I can't drive due to my nausea as I can get sick anytime. Ubers are too expensive at the moment. But I'm willing to travel a short distance if need be.

11 Comments
2024/11/23
22:43 UTC

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Any third places in the high desert?

The gym used to be my third place but lately i’ve just been wanting to relax and do other activities and meet new people.

10 Comments
2024/11/23
22:19 UTC

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Any reccomendations for Christmas things to enjoy in the HD or down the hill?

Christmas lights, ballet performances, movies, Riley's Farm?.. Would love to hear reccomendations of festive things to enjoy during Christmas time either down the hill or in the HD for small groups❤💚

7 Comments
2024/11/23
16:53 UTC

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HELP High desert bands Hesperia

Anyone remember a band called Taking Second in Hesperia band members Fabio, John,hunter and Peter. I can't find the songs anywhere I still have one of them old flyer they gave out please help find the songs so everyone can listen to them I know hunter would still have them. Just can't find him.

0 Comments
2024/11/22
17:10 UTC

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Sour milk smell

Anyone notice it smells like sour milk all over the high desert? Wonder what’s causing it.

9 Comments
2024/11/22
00:51 UTC

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HIT & RUN 11/20/24 i15 S

Today on the 15 Southbound I was rear ended by a semi truck a few miles before the 138 exit I pulled over injured & the truck drove off. Wasn’t able to get description nor plates or anything of that sort but if anyone witnessed this 11/20/24 around 5:30 am I was in a black Chevy Blazer with a blue ladder strapped on top. Want to catch this MF who damaged my vehicle & left me hurt on the side of the road. Please any photos videos anything would help me report this guy to authorities.

1 Comment
2024/11/20
16:57 UTC

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Horse restrictions

Anyone know if your allow to have a horse in a residential area? I have 0.84 acre I read online that if you have more than half an acre in a residential area you are allow to but I just want to make sure anyone got any idea I live by close to 7th street to give you an idea of a residential area

3 Comments
2024/11/21
04:15 UTC

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Rosamond vs Apple Valley

I’ve been looking for an affordable retirement home. I’ve been researching the area and wondered about these two areas. Apple Valley near Desert Knolls manner, some really nice houses for $650k. Rosamond is very affordable, 450k would be something I would like. I’ve never been to either area but the prices seem reasonable. The whole goal is to be somewhat near LA and beaches/restaurants. What’s your opinion?

14 Comments
2024/11/21
03:23 UTC

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Any talk of 29 Palms creating a city sewer system?

All of the city is on septic tanks. I'm looking into converting my detached garage into an ADU. The City of 29 Palms says new state rules require a separate septic tank for each detached dwelling when city sewer isn't available. I know Yucca Valley implemented a city sewer system a while ago. Is there any talk about 29 Palms doing this?

4 Comments
2024/11/20
19:34 UTC

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Location to practice motorcycle safety maneuvers

Does anyone know of a good paved location to practice motorcycle safety maneuvers? Looking for a nice patch of asphalt like a large empty parking lot to set up cones and practice tight low speed u-turns and avoidance maneuvers.
Experienced biker, but it is good to practice these things regularly to stay sharp.
I'm in Oak hills, so preferably somewhere close by Hesperia.

8 Comments
2024/11/20
18:27 UTC

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Should I take the job?

12 Comments
2024/11/20
18:26 UTC

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Does anyone have any recommendations for concrete/masonry companies or contractors?

Hello! Would anyone happen to have any recommendations on a contractor or business that can pour concrete for a backyard patio, walkway, and maybe a small retaining wall? I found an old post for a concrete contractor, but it looks like the company is no longer active. The square footage is somewhere around 1400 sq ft. Thank you!

3 Comments
2024/11/20
05:53 UTC

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2024/11/20
06:41 UTC

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Safe Hotel In Victorville for Uhaul

I will stop overnight in Victorville as I pass through the area with a U-Haul full of my belongings. Does anyone have a suggestion for a hotel for the night? I would prefer one that has security that at least occasionally walks through the parking lot. Any suggestions from a local are greatly appreciated.

9 Comments
2024/11/20
03:59 UTC

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Photoshoot Opportunity

Photoshoot this Saturday open to all models men and women. Please dm if interested for location and time.

2 Comments
2024/11/19
23:05 UTC

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Anyone else hear or maybe see the loud ( I’m assuming) jet overhead today? We’re in Victorville and it was FAST.

Can’t clock a specific time, but between 11:40-11:50am Only lasted maybe 5 seconds? We were indoors. I’m new to the area and I’ve never heard something quite like that.

14 Comments
2024/11/19
19:56 UTC

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Any recommendations for home propane supply company in Phelan?

I'm looking to lease a 250 gallon tank for my residential property in Phelan. I'm looking for recommendations or your experiences with home propane delivery companies that service Phelan, Piñon Hills, Hesperia, Adelanto, Victorville and surrounding areas. Thank you in advance.

21 Comments
2024/11/19
17:18 UTC

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Does anyone here know of a local place where I can get a Bonkei refurbished?

https://preview.redd.it/09aldpo2yq1e1.jpg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=d868f08936fc1c697e6db3e78b073f2301e99663

According to my sources, this thing is called a "Bonkei". It's a decorative basin of Japanese origin that is usually supposed to contain plants and water. This specific Bonkei belonged to my late grandparents and used to look really pretty on a living room table. My grandfather had it in the garage for several years wherein it got into really bad shape.

I want to restore this thing for sentimental purposes but I have no idea where to start. Does anyone know of a business or person who could refurbish this thing for me?

5 Comments
2024/11/18
23:49 UTC

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