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Natural Wonders of the NE Coast | |
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When you think of the Northeast Coast you usually think of big cities and crowded beaches, but there are still many natural wonders to explore. This 1500-mile adventure begins in busy Virginia Beach and ends at the Maine/Canada border. Along the way we observe an amazing array of birds, mammals, whales, insects, amphibians, flora, and endangered species. We also experience kayaking, sailing, aerial tours, lobstering, crabbing, and over thirty lighthouses. This is a true adventure! The video also includes:
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Natural Wonders of the SE Coast | |
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When you think of the East Coast you usually think of big cities, but there are many natural areas that have been set aside as well. Our adventure begins in Virginia Beach as we follow the coast south through the Outer Banks of North Carolina. This is where the Wright Brothers made their first flight and where we try our hand at hang-gliding, take a 4-wheel adventure along the beach to find Wild Mustangs, and explore the many lighthouses the dangerous coastlines famous for. A scenic ferry ride takes us and our RV back to the mainland where we head to South Carolina and Myrtle Beach. Just outside of Charleston we take a kayak trip to an island with a pelican rookery. At Hilton Head we find wild dolphins, painted buntings, and take a trip on a shrimp boat to learn how one of our favorite foods is harvested.
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Alaska's Inside Passage | |
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The adventure begins on beautiful Vancouver Island in British Columbia with a visit to Telegraph Cove, possibly the best place on Earth to view Orca (killer whales). We continue north to Ketchikan, Alaska's first city on the Inside Passage. Here we explore the spectacular Misty Fjords National Monument by kayak and float plane. We also learn about the art of totem pole carving and watch as they are created. A short side trip by ferry takes us to Prince Of Wales Island, which has more than 2,000 miles of logging roads for exploration. The island is also known for its luxury fishing lodges.
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Baja RV Adventure | |
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Come along on the adventure of a lifetime! In 1975 future filmmaker John Holod traveled the 1,060 mile Transpeninsular Baja Highway from Tijuana to Cabo San Lucas by motorcycle. He now returns in the comfort of his RV to make a video about this incredible desert paradise.
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The Last Great Road Trip: Alaska RV Adventure! |
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The journey begins in Dawson Creek, British Columbia - "Mile Zero" of the world famous Alaska Highway. The road is paved now, but still an adventure. We revisit the old Alcan Highway and interesting spots in Canada along the way - Summit Lake, Stone Mountain, Toad River, Liard Hot Springs, Watson Lake, the Yukon River, Dawson City and Whitehorse. In Alaska we visit Skagway, Haines, Eagle and beautiful downtown Chicken. From Fairbanks we drive north on the axle busting Dalton Highway, across the Arctic Circle to the oil fields of Prudhoe Bay. Along the way, we explore the Gates of the Arctic National Park and the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. The high point of a trip to Alaska is a visit to Denali National Park and a look at "The Great One". Wildlife is everywhere - bear, moose, caribou, dall sheep and wolf. A short trip to nearby Talkeetna gives us an up close look at the wacky annual Moose Dropping Festival. From Anchorage the road heads south to the Kenai Peninsula, Alaska's playground. King salmon fishing is highlighted as well as the Homer Spit and Halibut Cove. Fourth of July in Seward features the wild Mountain Marathon and Kenai Fjords National Park. The adventure ends in Valdez with an exciting helicopter ride, glacier and wildlife tour, and kayaking in beautiful Prince William Sound. Come along on the adventure of a lifetime! In 1973, then 20 year old future filmmaker John Holod traveled 1,400 miles of dirt road up the Alaska Highway - by motorcycle! More than 25 years later, John now returns to film his original route, this time in luxurious comfort - by motor home. |
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Cuba At The Crossroads |
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Mention Cuba and one image comes to mind...Fidel...but Cuba is more than that - much more. American documentary film producer John Holod entered Cuba through the "back door", without official help or intervention, to find out the true story of this "mysterious" island. The filmmaker spent several months exploring the cities and back roads while talking to the "real" island people. Cuba is like nowhere else on Earth. It is the largest, most diverse and most beautiful island in the Caribbean with a deep sense of history and culture. It is called the "Pearl of the Antilles" for good reason. Come along on a true adventure! Walk in the footsteps of Columbus - learn about the island's fascinating history, the early Indians, the slave trade and Cuba's greatest hero, Jose Marti - Batista, Havana, and the mob - Fidel, Che, and the freedom fighters - the spectacular Sierra Maestra mountains - Guantanamo Naval Base - Cuban cowboys - rural workers - La Faroa, the island's most scenic drive - amazing flora and fauna - Santiago de Cuba - Carnival! - Trinidad, a colonial jewel - the Bay of Pigs story - Zapata Swamp, nature's showplace - Isle of Youth, underwater paradise - stunning Vinales Valley - story of the Cuban cigar - Varadero, tourist haven - vintage cars - Columbus Cemetery - the Hemingway Trail - Havana, the heart of Cuba - Old Havana, UNESCO world heritage site. | |
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Czech/Slovakia Land of Beauty and Change |
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In an informative and entertaining style, documentary film producer John Holod explores the human side of twelve centuries of history and politics as well as modern ecological problems and solutions in progress. Tour Prague, the city of the golden spires, and Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia. Wander through the narrow streets of the picturesque medieval town of Czeke Krumlov and take part in the reenactment of a 15th century battle. Relax in the hot springs at Karlovy Vary. Observe the production of pilsner beer and Bohemian crystal. Then step into the modern world of mines and foundries. Meander through the quiet countryside and hike among the snow-covered peaks of the High Tatras. All of this and more in Czech/Slovakia - Land of Beauty and Change. | |
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Come along on a 4,000 mile adventure following the longest continuous undefended border in the world. Travel by freighter, river boat, dog sled, wagon train, hot air balloon, canoe, plane, auto and by foot. The film is loaded with wildlife and endangered species. A true adventure! The film highlights the Bay of Fundy - whales and puffins - St Lawrence Seaway cruise - Saguenay Fjord - freighter trip across the Great Lakes - winter at Niagara Falls - Point Pele bird migration - Isle Royal National Park - Wolf Center - Boundary Waters Canoe Area - float plane trip over Lake of the Woods - Amtrack Empire Builder train across the West - balloon trip over International Peace Gardens - grasslands, North Cascade, Glacier Parks and wildlife - San Juan Islands. Recorded before a live audience. |
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Captain Ken Neidlinger has been chartering trips in Michigan for 30 years. Ken fishes year round, spending winter and spring in the St. Joe River and summer and fall in Lake Michigan.
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Great Lakes and St. Joe River guide Captain Ken Neidlinger has earned a reputation by first locating trout and salmon, and then putting them in the boat. He averages 2,000 fish each year!
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