The Dusty Burro
Est. 2025 / Todos Santos, Baja California Sur, Mexico
The Dusty Burro

Your weekly dispatch from the heart of Baja Sur

 
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August 20, 2026 ✦ Vol. I / No. 15 ✦ Free / Semanal

Out Here.

We are deep into August now. It’s hot, it’s humid.

Things are a little quieter around Todos Santos and Pescadero right now, although there’s still plenty going on if you know where to look.

Hope you find a good patch of shade this weekend. Looks like we might get a wee bit of rain, too.

Thanks for spending a few minutes with the Dusty Burro.

✦ Esta semana  ◆  Feliz cumpleaños a ✦ Robert Plant (August 20, 1948) | Andrés Calamaro (August 22, 1961) | Dave Chappelle (August 24, 1973) | Rupert Grint (August 24, 1988) | Tim Burton (August 25, 1958) | Thalía (August 26, 1971)

Baja 3-Day Forecast

Todos Santos Region
Friday
Light Drizzle
95°F / 35°C
Saturday
Drizzle
93°F / 34°C
Sunday
Light Drizzle
91°F / 33°C
Planning your weekend or checking the swell? View the extended 14-day outlook and live conditions. Full Forecast

Today's Quote

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All day he does nothing but walk resignedly out of the sun, when the sun gets too hot, and out of the shade, when the shade gets too cool.
D.H. Lawrence, Mornings in Mexico
◆   From the Saddlebag / Desde la Alforja   ◆

The Palapa Society: Donate a Scholarship

Nonprofits & Groups / Organizaciones

Support a Scholarship with The Palapa Society

A donation does more than help cover a scholarship. It supports an educational journey and opens possibilities for hundreds of local young people to build their own future in Todos Santos.

Be part of our campaign to help us reach our $100,000 USD goal. Whether supporting our middle and high school or our English and literacy programs, your generosity makes a lasting difference.

Donate: Support Our Scholarship Campaign

The Palapa Society of Todos Santos  •  Todos Santos

For Sale / En Venta

Las Brisas House With Pool For Sale

Real Estate / Bienes Raices  •  675,000 USD/$11,486,357 MXN

Located in Las Brisas, this two-level house has open views of the Pacific Ocean, the palm grove and the Sierra de La Laguna. The property sits on a 1,176 m² lot with 188 m² of construction and includes 3 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, spacious social areas, and a fully equipped kitchen. It is delivered furnished and equipped, ready to move in. Outside, the pool, terraces, and gardens complement the architecture without competing with the landscape, creating spaces designed to enjoy the light.

Yesha  •  8189682855  •  WhatsApp  •  Todos Santos

Selling my rare, vintage **35mm movie trailer collection**. A goldmine for true

For Sale / En Venta  •  $1250usd

This collection features X-Men, Eyes Wide Shut, The NeverEnding Story II, The X-Files, Toy Story II, The Green Mile, Armageddon, Mission: Impossible II, Anastasia, When Harry Met Sally, Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me, Contact, Great Expectations, The Man in the Iron Mask, Patch Adams, Girl, Interrupted, and more, as seen in the picture (24 reels total).

Gabriel  •  [email protected]  •  9984870404  •  WhatsApp  •  Todos Santos

Conchita La Bonita Magic Miracle Grow

For Sale / En Venta  •  $250.00 25 kg bags

Summer Special! $200 pesos a bag and free delivery to the local area on 5 or more 25 Kg bags of pure organic fertilizer or growing soil .
Your purchases help us feed, maintain and rescue more Burros!

Conchita  •  6242633995  •  WhatsApp  •  Pescadero
✦   Local Spotlight   ✦
Contact & Details:

ABC Art Baja 2027: Open Call

Community / Comunidad

Calling All Local Creators and Spaces

Applications are open for the ABC Art Baja 2027 festival. The festival runs throughout March, with the specific Art Todos Santos events taking place March 18 through 21.

If you have a physical space in Todos Santos, we invite you to join LOCAL ABC to host exhibitions or workshops during these dates. We also have open calls running for local musicians and outdoor installation artists!

Apply today: Join the Cultural Circuit

ABC Art Baja  •  Todos Santos

Support Local Businesses / Apoya a los Negocios Locales

Dr. Alejandra Peña: Integrative Primary Care

Health & Wellness / Salud y Bienestar

Integrative Primary Care in Todos Santos

I am Dr. Alejandra Peña, a primary care doctor with over ten years of experience. My practice is rooted in an integrative approach, bringing together prevention, lifestyle, and everyday medical care to support your long-term wellbeing.

While I offer comprehensive primary care, I also specialize in sustainable weight management and helping women navigate hormone health in perimenopause and menopause. My goal is to help you feel your best at every stage of life.

Dr. Alejandra Peña  •  WhatsApp  •  Todos Santos

Pescadero Locales Surf School

Other Service / Otro Servicio

Catch Waves at Los Cerritos

We love sharing the thrill of the ocean, from your very first pop-up to catching waves together. Whether you are a complete beginner or looking to advance your skills, our local instructors provide a relaxed, safe, and fun environment for all ages.

Our lessons include your surfboard, wetsuit or rash guard, plus a beach umbrella and chairs. The best part is you get to keep using the gear after your class for as long as you like. We also offer standard board rentals.

Book a session: Message us on WhatsApp

Pescadero Locales Surf School  •  WhatsApp  •  Pescadero

Oscar Loredo: Music and Production Lessons

Other Service / Otro Servicio

Music Lessons in Todos Santos and Pescadero

Oscar Loredo is a Todos Santos resident, classical conservatory graduate, and jazz producer offering private music lessons for children, teens, and adults through August and September. Lessons can be tailored to your goals or take place right at your home.

Work on electric or classical guitar, music theory, jazz, sound engineering, home studio setup, or songwriting. Special discounts are available for local residents.

Contact: WhatsApp +52 444 424 0950

Oscar Loredo  •  WhatsApp  •  Todos Santos

Cuatro Vientos: August Classes

Health & Wellness / Salud y Bienestar

August Classes at Cuatro Vientos

We are offering discounts this August for students booking multiple classes, as well as discounts for Mexican locals. Pay your instructor directly for the class you choose.

No advance reservations are required.

More details: See our latest updates on Instagram.

Cuatro Vientos Todos Santos  •  Todos Santos
Community Note

Getting Ready for the School Bell: Support Local Students

School starts back up August 31, and for a lot of families in Todos Santos and Pescadero, uniforms, backpacks, and supplies land right in the middle of the slow summer stretch when money is already tight.

Keep an eye out this week for supply drives at local papelerías and community groups. If you’re out running errands, an extra notebook or backpack goes a long way.

And once school’s back in session, slow down and watch for kids walking near school zones.

Real Estate

Las Brisas House With Pool For Sale

Real Estate / Bienes Raices  •  675,000 USD/$11,486,357 MXN

Located in Las Brisas, this two-level house has open views of the Pacific Ocean, the palm grove and the Sierra de La Laguna. The property sits on a 1,176 m² lot with 188 m² of construction and includes 3 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, spacious social areas, and a fully equipped kitchen. It is delivered furnished and equipped, ready to move in. Outside, the pool, terraces, and gardens complement the architecture without competing with the landscape, creating spaces designed to enjoy the light.

Yesha  •  8189682855  •  WhatsApp  •  Todos Santos

Community Notices / Avisos Comunitarios

Sharon Katz & The Peace Train: Desert Air

Community / Comunidad

Fresh Sounds from Sharon Katz

Local resident Sharon Katz & The Peace Train just released a beautiful new album, Desert Air. It is a vibrant fusion of South African rhythms with USA and Mexico influences, partially recorded right here in Todos Santos at Grand Noise Studios.

Sharon is currently on tour but will arrange local concerts when she returns. Kick back and enjoy the new music online!

Listen: Stream Desert Air

Sharon Katz & The Peace Train  •  Todos Santos

Que Pasa / What's On

Perros Santos: Sterilization Campaign

August 23, 2026  •  8:00 am

Spay and Neuter Clinic: August 23

We are hosting our next community sterilization campaign on Sunday, August 23. You can secure a spot for your pet by making an appointment through our online form.

Once you register, we will reach out directly with a WhatsApp message to confirm your exact appointment time and provide all the information you need for the day of the clinic. Thank you for helping us care for the animals of Todos Santos!

Register here: Make an Appointment

Perros Santos  •  Todos Santos

Fiesta Campesina 2026: Ejido El Pescadero (Aug 21 & 23).

August 21, 2026  •  7:30 pm

Fiesta Campesina 2026: Ejido El Pescadero, B.C.S.

Celebrate local heritage and countryside traditions at the 2026 Fiesta Campesina! Ejido El Pescadero warmly invites the entire community, along with the children, grandchildren, and descendants of our founding farming families, to come together for a weekend of local pride.

This annual festival honors the roots and hard work of the people who built El Pescadero so that new generations can remember and continue to care for the land. There will be raffles, music, local food, and great events that celebrate our rural culture.

Festival Schedule:

Friday, August 21 at 7:30 PM
Copa Campesina Baseball Game: Rangers vs. Potros
Location: Hugo Carvantes del Río Stadium

Sunday, August 23
Classic Car Show: Starts at 10:00 AM in front of the Casa Ejidal (Ejido Community Hall)
Traditional Horse Parade (Cabalgata): Departs at 10:00 AM from the second Cerritos entrance (Route music with Los Guitarreros DTS at 11:00 AM)
Evening Celebration and Dance: Arrival and live music with Grupo Culpable starting at 7:00 PM at Huerta de Bell

Español:
¡Es tiempo de volver a casa y vivir nuestra tradición! La Fiesta Campesina 2026 está lista para recibir a toda la comunidad con el orgullo y cariño de nuestra tierra. Habrá rifas, música, comida y actividades familiares para honrar las raíces y el esfuerzo de quienes fundaron el ejido. ¡Los esperamos con los brazos abiertos!

Ejido El Pescadero  •  Pescadero

Muestra Internacional de Cine Todos Santos

October 29, 2026

Todos Santos Muestra Internacional de Cine Documental

We are excited to announce the official dates for our inaugural international documentary film festival. Backed by a strong collaboration between community organizers, the Guaycura Group, and local tourism boards, we invite you to three days of incredible storytelling.

The festival runs from October 29 to 31, 2026, at the Teatro Gral. Manuel Márquez de León. Admission is completely free.

We look forward to sharing these powerful films with you!

Muestra Internacional de Cine  •  Todos Santos

Saturday Morning Al-Anon

Every Saturday  •  11:00 am

You Are Not Alone

Find support and community every Saturday morning at the local Al-Anon meeting, hosted in the peaceful back garden of the Tecolote Book Store. It is a welcoming, supportive space to connect with others.

When: Saturdays at 11:00 AM
Where: Tecolote Book Store Back Garden, Todos Santos

Saturday Morning Al-Anon  •  Todos Santos
◆   From the Saddlebag / Desde la Alforja   ◆

The Baja Edit

Other Service / Otro Servicio

The Baja Edit is your local concierge and property management team covering Todos Santos, Pescadero, Cerritos, and Cabo. We help visitors arrive in style, owners get their properties earning, and expats settle in without the headaches.
From airport pickups to lease agreements, health insurance to private chefs — if you need it handled in Baja, we’ve got it.

Ayesha  •  [email protected]  •  WhatsApp  •  Todos Santos

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