Jun 29, 2012
A two-part series. This week, film and music from the 1920's with a brief look at immigrants pouring into America at the time. Next week is completely dedicated to our immigrant ancestors with the documentry: "Island of Hope--Island of Tears." From 1892-1954, Ellis Island was the port of entry for millions of European immigrants. Fascinating archival footage tells the moving story of families with dreams of opportunity, leaving their homes with what they could carry.
Jun 23, 2012
Bally Total Fitness Will Never Release Me From Its Finely Toned Clutches
The Consumerist As a consumer advocate I learned that most people who sign up at fitness centers go a few times and then quit and lose their advance fee payment. Always ask for a low-cost trial membership. File a complaint with consumer protection if you are mislead or overcharged.(See online complaint form on lower left.) And don't sign up at a fitness center until you check them out at consumer protection for complaints. My advice is to walk to get in shape. It's free and you just walk out the door at any time and you are there. You don't use any gasoline, either. Bad weather? Head for the mall and feel superior by going faster than old people like me.
Jun 22, 2012
Jun 16, 2012
Jun 8, 2012
Rock River Blues
When I was filming these Great Blue Herons, a raccoon came up very close to me trying to bluff me out of his way. I've also spied a coyote and a fox on the river trails. And recently we saw a deer dog-paddling across the river. What are you seeing?
Jun 1, 2012
More stunt pilot video
I showed a little bit of Darrel Massman's spectacular stunt flying last week when I visited Southern Wisconsin Airfest. Then I learned that Darrel is from Wisconsin..Ogdensburg..and he barnstorms around the state a lot. This weekend, for example, he will be at a Stevens Point air show. Here's more Massman video.