Today, we join Rusty Featherstone as he makes his way through Salton City, California to visit the famous Slab City. Originally a military base in World war 2, Slab City became a magnet for retirees, nomadic youths, and artists. One of the first stops is Salvation Mountain, a massive religious art piece cared for by Leonard Knight for over 24 years. He then checks out the hot spring that serves as the communal bath tub and laundromat for many locals. Rusty then finds himself in a beautiful mermaid cove in the desert. Afterwards, we join Rusty for lunch as tries out the delicious local hot dogs, hamburgers and root beer floats. He learns from locals that there may be military gold in the surrounding hills and we get to hear from the perspective of a former real life bottle kid. After listening to the storied pasts of the locals, and getting a glimpse into the life of the people who call Slab City home, Rusty finds that this unique place is far from how some describe it. Rusty finds that Slab City is not lawless, and in fact home to many artistic and kind individuals carving their own paths. The sense of community is strong and supportive to those who choose to live in a creative environment.

Credits:
Director: Skyler Fulton
Producer: Lucas Boyd
Director of Photography: Nick Massey
B Camera Operator: Dominik Czaczyk
Audio: Luke Sacksteder
Editor: Colin Hingel
AE: Will Peters

Special Thanks To:
Alamo Restaurant
Las Tias Comida Mexicana
Slab City Gift Shop
East Jesus
House of Dots
Ponderosa
Wrangler’s Roost
The Range
The Oasis
Buckshot Deli & Diner

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