Having never before observed the Pacific Ocean proper in its natural habitat, save for from the window of an airplane, I decided to pay it a visit.

I chose as my destination, by random selection, Wilder Ranch State Park. I can safely report that the Pacific Ocean is indeed as was advertised: a large outdoor showroom of water. Though it is a record holder in volume, occupying much real estate, it is not very exciting when seen from Wilder Ranch State Park.

Furthermore, while peacefully observing the ocean, it revealed to me its true nature. The Pacific, positively venomous in its hatred of boatless humans and non-aquatic life, charged at me with one of its watery tentacles, depositing a great deal of sand in my shoes and making my pant legs wet. I spent the next few hours rather uncomfortable and disdainful of all things nautical.

Because of this, I cannot in good conscience recommend this ocean to others.

Filed under: Exciting Times, Lesser Nautical Disasters, Mysteries and Wonders, Trip Reports, The Horrors of Nature, Attacks on Good Natured Men by Josh
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