We made a detour to explore this cute local town. The community of Fallbrook began in 1869, when the Vital Reche family settled here. They named the new community after their former homestead in Pennsylvania.

The history here is very diverse and includes mining with 461 nearby mines. In the early 1900s, San Diego County was a cornucopia of gems. In recent years, top-notch finds have helped restore the region’s splendor.
Unfortunately all the museums were closed, so we plan to return for a very thorough explore one day.
Oak trees were the original primary trees in Fallbrook. Olives became a major crop by the 1920s and continued through World War II, but were eventually phased out in favor of the present avocado and floral industry. In April, the town hosts an Avocado Festival... we are so there next year.
As you may know, one of my favorite items from my youth was my VW Thing. Seeing this one made me long for mine.
Mi Cosa... my thing... so clever.

Treasures can be found almost everywhere.