Easy 10 Mile Hike & Explore: Strauss Wind Energy Project, Lompoc

Strauss Wind Energy Project is located on almost 6000 acres of mostly cattle cohabitating pasture land, and consists of 27 wind turbines, up to 492 tall. The site is scenic, with cattle ranches, and vistas of structurally beautiful and towering wind turbines, near and far on rolling hills and pasture land.

I am fascinated by the structural design, construction, wind turbine and generator efficiency, manufacturing of various components, transportation logistics of super long 220’ blades, etc.

It would be great to do a strenuous hiking workout while checking out this marvelous wind energy project. The hike & explore would be done from publicly accessible roadways, mainly San Miguelito Rd.

Check out photos & video clips:
https://youtube.com/shorts/Yut1NnIG1u4?si=vQADRlQyBG1Xr3zt
https://youtube.com/shorts/3P-UYiZICpE?si=u5wzuL1bMPu4z4aS

If you are also fascinated by wind energy technology, passionate about exploring in beautiful nature, committed to health, fitness & agility, and meet the quality below by self assessment, you are welcome to join the wait list.

Mindset: adventurous yet very safety conscious, self responsible & self accountable, continuous self improvement, intellectually curious, independent thinking, open-minded worldview, collaborative & can do attitude

Personality & Character: authentic, sincere, down to earth, cheerful, pleasant to chat with, thoughtful, effective in communicating, intelligent, competent

Physical & Mental: healthy & fit for hiking & exploring, mentally & emotionally sound

Ability: assess and manage risks effectively, carry on meaningful conversation

Experience & Skill: up to 3 mph walking, rocky terrain hiking

Estimated Distance & Climb: up to 10 mile, 1000’

Supply & Equipment: adequate hydration & food

Start: Strauss Wind Energy Project, GPS location pin

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