Actually I live in Santee, San Diego's "East" county though it's actually about the middle. I just set up an IBC system, simple flood & drain with siphons. About 175 gallons in the FT with 5 grow beds. I look forward to meeting local AP experts and finding sources for fingerlings.
My water temp has been as low as 47°F and I would love to raise trout, but I'm sure I'll hit 80°F during the summer months. So I'll probably wind up with catfish unless I can control temps year round or go seasonal crops. Currently just 8 remaining tiny goldfish to test the water.
Filled 12/28/2014 with rain water from barrels. 3/4" lava rock media, 200 gph pump, air poump, no external filter. I've been cycling for almost two weeks and just started adding plants. 12 feeder goldfish were added 12/30. Temps have been below freezing for several nights, but are returning to about 45°/75° typical winter weather. I added a plastic sheet "freeze cap" to protect from freezing nights, but will probably remove it unless needed.
Current pH about 7.5, Temp 50 - 60. planted a few onions, lettuce, basil, brussels sprouts. Looking forward to adding spinach, strawberries, maybe raspberries, squash, corn, tomatoes...
Thanks to all for taking time to share. I'm already learning a lot and I will share / help as I am able.
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Cheers - Dave St John