I groomed the beach for my friends at Black’s, today, but, I fear that there was not much sunshine to enjoy on the beach today.
Dave and Chrissy have been busy getting this great, new website together for all of us, who love Black’s Beach. Thanks, guys! Good job!
Anonymous asked: Hi Mike- It's been a while since I have been to Black's but I recently decided to go back. It was a work day, so not many people were on the beach and I was enjoying the quiet alone time. About an hour into my stay a man sat behind me (I was laying on my stomach facing the ocean). I didn't pay him much attention, but another gentleman who was nearby came up to me and informed me that the guy who was behind me was touching himself. When things like that happen, what is the best way to handle it?
You have one really good option. But, it depends greatly upon your personality and your commitment to making the beach a better place. The man touching himself was breaking the law and was entirely out of line in his actions. Had I been the one to see this and inform you, I would have invited you to join me to confront the offender with a warning that we would call 911 if he did not leave immediately and that the police or lifeguards would be informed of his actions. This type of offender usually denies that he was doing any thing offensive. He will claim that he wasn’t touching himself. You should just be insistent that he leave so that he not be embarrassed by a visit from the authorities. I know several women, who use the beach often, who would aggressively confront such an offender by themselves. They quickly gain a reputation among the potential offenders and are not bothered very often. You are not doing anything wrong by being nude on Black’s Beach. Don’t let an offender like this spoil your time on the beach. If you don’t call him out for his actions, he will continue to offend and eventually the authorities may close the beach just to get rid of him and those like him. This is essentially what happened to Trail Six at San Onofre State Beach.
Hope this helps.
Mike
TWN at Sandia Creek in San Diego’s North County. How ‘bout that Nudespo!
I took a hike down the North trail and walked south from there all the way to the surf break to check it for a possible body surf. I didn’t go out. It wasn’t that good but I did see some old friends on the way and on the way back. Steve was camped out with his bogie boarding friends and we talked a bit. On my way back to the main trail and the way up, I ran into Alex and Marilyn, some of my favorite visitors to beach from the time I was monitoring our section of the beach last summer.
Hi Alex and Marilyn! Great to see you!
I shared with them the following news.
Some time this month, Lloyd Johnson, a long time promoter and supporter of Black’s Beach will be moving to Maui. He will be missed. Even though he didn’t update it regularly, his Black’s Beach Bares’ website was a valuable guide to our favorite beach and its history. I hope that Dave and Chrissy or Geoff, or someone will continue to keep the site on line.
A Black’s Beach without Lloyd Johnson? It’s a bit hard to imagine, but most things change over time. So, Let’s all wish Lloyd all the best and try to maintain the kind of beach situation here at Black’s that he had in mind.
Took the Mercedes down to Black’s. I had changed the oil and it needed a test drive. I parked in the glider port lot and got my bodysurfing stuff loaded up into my pack. I spotted Dick’s Caddy in the lot, as I made my way down the trail to the South end of the beach, where most of the surfers are. Waves were OK. Some were prretty big. I was able to get out through the waves to the South peak. The wind was on it a little too much and i was able to get only a couple of left-handers.
I walked back toward the trail to go home but spotted some familiar people on the beach. Said “Hi” to Steve, Dan, Corol, and Geoff. We talked about Lloyd’s proposed move to Maui. I asked about Tom and Linda, and PINK. I’m sorry if I missed you today. I asked if anyone had seen Patricia or Sam (Samantha). After wishing everyone a great day I made my way up the cliff and headed home. Hope all had a great day, today.
Anonymous asked: Mike, we'll miss you and the knowledge you impart. Those moon snail collars were driving everyone crazy! Hoping to see you again, Tom and Linda
Tom and Linda, Thanks guys. I miss seeing you too. Who knows? Things change, but families can be a tough sell.
Mike
Anonymous asked: I hope I did not cause you the reason not to come to the beach by calling your phone and asking you about the status of the beach weather. It would be a shame that you could not go to the beach due to a misunderstanding. Is there anything I can do? I feel terrible. Somehow I think it's my phone call. I'm so very sorry. Pink
No, not your fault Pink, this is something that has been an issue between me and my entire family for many years. They are not open to even try to understand my enjoyment of beach naturism. and, recently, they have been putting more pressure on me to quit going to Black’s. You can do something. You can keep going to the beach and continue enjoying it. Who knows? I may be back some time or other. Also, keep in touch with me here. Thanks for your concern. Mike
Anonymous asked: Mike we all miss you. Good Luck and Warm Regards. Richard
Hi Dick, Keep in touch. Thanks for understanding. I enjoy your emails.
Mike
I hope the water is clean again.
Anonymous asked: Hello there Mike! It was so nice to meet you the other day, and I would like to thank you for the hospitality. You made Dan and I feel comfortable at the beach by welcoming us so nicely. The picture of the four of us turned out very nicely, we appreciate your efforts! Dan wanted me to add his link for you to check out....but it won't let me, how can I send it to you? Hope to see you again soon, Keep up the good work! Amber
Amber, Thank you so much for the kind words and encouragement. You are entirely welcome. It was nice to meet you and Dan.
As for sending me a link or a picture or a video, you can simply go to the first page of the blog and click on the part that says…
Share comments, pictures, video
An expanded send box will pop up below and then you can click on Submit a Text Post and the other options for pictures, links, and even video will drop down. From there, you will be able to select the type of message to send.
Paul and Suzie came all the way from Brea, in Los Angeles. Congrats! to Suzie on her new job. She had been out of work for a while. I hope that your new job doesn’t mean that we will see less of you on the beach.
Keaton and Gillen are a very nice couple. They are students attending USD. I wish we could have gotten that kite into the air. Hey, bring it back and we’ll try again. It really looked like fun.
Carlos and Christina, you got away while I was up the beach talking to Dick and Patricia, a couple of regulars, so I have to remind you here that you owe me a picture. But, picture or no, I hope you enjoyed your visit and will return.
Patricia, surf buddy, It was great to see you. Your job must have really agreed with you. You are so buffed!
