American Spring
Apocalyptic squattersville for recession refugees
They come to Slab City, out of work and low on hope, to endure heat, sandstorms and life on the edge
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Misha Erwitt
The way in to Slab City.Slide 1
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Misha Erwitt
George Carranco, a nine-month resident of Slab City, sitting in the shade with his dogs Panda and Lobo.Slide 2
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Misha Erwitt
Dave Huntington, who runs the Jesus Appleseed Ministry (left), with George Carranco (center) and Jerry Jones, one of the longest-term "slabbers," at JAM after a communal dinner.Slide 3
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Misha Erwitt
Kids from the two families with children at Slab City in front of the Christian Center ministry look through clothing left on a slab in front of the church.Slide 4
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Misha Erwitt
The community bulletin board on the main drag. One of the residents sells solar panels, the easiest way to get electricity on site.Slide 5
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Misha Erwitt
A trailer off the main drag decorated with found objects. Many trailers are empty during the brutally hot summer months.Slide 6
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Misha Erwitt
Sanitary facilities hearken back to an age gone by due to the lack of running water or sewage hookups.Slide 7
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Misha Erwitt
A Christian art project that stops most visitors right before the entrance to Slab City.Slide 8
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Misha Erwitt
James Edwards' 11-year-old daughter twirling her Hula Hoop at the regular Saturday open mike at the Range.Slide 9
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Misha Erwitt
George Carranco and his dog Lobo at sunset by the Jesus Appleseed Ministry trailer where he is currently staying.Slide 10
