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Video: Three minutes of the most amazing drone footage I have ever seen

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The proliferation of camera drones has forever changed the world of cinematography.

Breathtaking video footage that used to require many thousands of dollars worth of advanced equipment to create can now be captured with a device that you can literally purchase for just a few spare bucks.

I have seen (and shared) quite a few drone videos in recent years and I’m going to share another one with you today. And I can honestly say this is probably three minutes of the most amazing drone video I have ever seen. I hope you agree.  [Read more…]

Video: The world’s most beautiful and intriguing waterfalls

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I don’t know about you but I have always found waterfalls to be among the most beautiful and intriguing things in nature.

Between the majestic falls of Niagara to the small, yet gorgeous mountain waterfalls found all around the world, one could never live long enough to visit them all.

The short video below offers a quick look at several of the world’s most beautiful and intriguing waterfalls.  [Read more…]

Backbone Rock: “The Shortest Tunnel in the World”

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A while back I posted this short video tour of Backbone Rock and it was quite well received.

Today I’m sharing “the rock” from a different perspective – the perspective of Jim Hayes, my long-time friend and host of the awesome Jim Hayes Hiking & Biking YouTube channel.

But first a little background info for those who might be unfamiliar with this amazing place…

Rural Johnson County, Tennessee is home to Backbone Rock, one of numerous natural wonders that are well-known to locals and absolutely fascinating to the visitors who happen to stop by.

I grew up just a few miles from “The Rock” in nearby southwestern Virginia. It’s always been one of my favorite places to visit.

My family spent lots of time there during my formative years, primarily for picnics and family reunions. But whatever the reason for the visit, it usually ended with a hike across the the rock.

Backbone Rock Recreational Area has long been a haven for picnickers, hikers and folks who just love the outdoors. It’s pretty much the same today except for the addition of a relaxing creek-side campground.

Watch, and enjoy as Jim takes you on a short hike around – and across – Backbone Rock.

Note: You can watch this video at full screen by clicking the little “square” icon in the lower-right corner of the video after it begins playing.

 

Video: The world’s most colorful birds

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My dad and mom used to love to sit and watch the little birds dine at the feeders they had placed outside their home. And truth be told, I sort of enjoy watching them myself.

Our world is blessed with countless species of colorful creatures, and our feathered friends are surely leading the way.

If you also enjoy watching birds you’ll probably love the short 20 minute video below because it showcases some of the most colorful birds on the entire planet. They won’t all live in your neck of the woods, but they are all quite beautiful and extremely intriguing.  [Read more…]

Time-lapse video: The amazing beauty and intrigue of Arches National Park

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It’s no secret that Utah’s Arches National Park is home to some of the most beautiful and interesting natural features on our entire planet. It also happens to be a photographer’s paradise.

If you do a web search for the term “Arches National Park” you’ll find thousands of photos and videos showcasing the natural beauty to be found there, but of all the ones I have seen, I love the video I’ve featured below the most.

Our world is truly an amazing place and Arches is nothing short of spectacular. Watch, and enjoy…  [Read more…]