I did a bit of canoeing and fishing today here at the Chalet View Lodge.
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Some Canoeing today…
Tuesday, May 15th, 2012Back at the Chalet View Lodge
Monday, May 14th, 2012Back in October of 2011 I profiled a fantastic lodge in northeastern California, the Chalet View Lodge. With spring in the air, I’ve returned to create a series of videos that feature all the wonderful details of this resort. Have a look at the accommodation videos below and make a trip up here to join me. 
Standard Rooms:
Terrace Suites:
Rustic Cabins:
Luxurious Villa Cabin:
Visit Chalet View Lodge.com for more info and reservations.
Ford Truck Social Media Promo idea
Sunday, May 13th, 2012
Well, today my trusty Ford F-150 hit 170,000 miles and turns twelve years old in June. I can’t believe I’ve had the truck that long, but it still looks and runs awesome! It sure would be nice though if Ford took notice of what I’ve been doing the past two years with Mike’s Road Trip and decided to outfit me with a brand new F-150 Truck (preferably Raptor Series). I think we could do a really cool social media program together.
I can visualize Ford doing an online video or commercial that showed a collage of my past two years on the road in my Ford truck, then having a film crew show up and surprise me with a brand new ride. The surprise and excitement on film would be worth its weight in…well, a new truck. It would be very similar to some of the car spots they’re currently running on TV.
Maybe we could even run some sort of promotion, where I drive around the country in my new truck and people could follow via social media and vehicle tracker GPS. I could leave clues in geo-caches…with those clues; people could get a chance to win their own Ford car or truck. What do ya think Ford? I think I might be on to something. If anyone knows anyone at Ford, maybe you can pass the post along? I’d live to strike up a line of dialogue to see where it might lead.
Don’t miss the 2012 Solar Eclipse (May 20th)
Thursday, May 10th, 2012
When I was a kid (maybe eight years old), living in Washington state at the time, I remember our school making all kinds of preparations for a huge event…a Annular Solar Eclipse. We were told that it was a once in a lifetime event—which based on your geographic location may be true, I’m not an astronomer so I don’t know for sure. I do however know that on May 20th, 2012 it will only be the second time I can remember a full solar eclipse happening in an area that will be visible to me. I’m currently in northern California and apparently the western states and Canada will have the best view…96% coverage.
The eclipse will take place early evening, so it will be lower on the horizon…your best viewing area will either be coastal or high up so that you have a clear line-of-site with the western part of the hemisphere. For those on the west coast, the maximum coverage will occur around 6:30pm. The best way to look at a solar eclipse safely, is by using number #14 welding glass. You can pick this up at your local hardware store or welding shop, and, it’s not very expensive. To learn everything you ever wanted to know about looking at a solar eclipse, visit the following NASA site link.
I’m excited…this should be fun. Leave a comment below and let me know if you’re planning on checking out the 2012 Annular Solar Eclipse?
Thankful for great clients!
Friday, May 4th, 2012As some of you may know, I subsidize Mike’s Road Trip by continuing to provide web development and online marketing services (Shubic Web Design). I’ve been working for seven months now on a big eCommerce project for an automotive accessories company. Today the site finally went live! I’m really proud of it and very thankful to the owners for the work…they are one of the best client’s I’ve had. Check out Overstock Accessories.com and let me know what ya think. And, if you know anyone who needs some automotive accessories, have them check out the site, the prices are extremely competitive.
Canyonland videos make “editor’s picks” on TripFilms
Wednesday, April 25th, 2012A few of my videos recently made “Editor’s Pick” on the travel video site, TripFilms.com…have a look:
Heading to Portola for a month
Sunday, April 22nd, 2012I’ll be heading to the northern Sierra Nevada Mountains for the month of May to do a few projects for the Chalet View Lodge. I featured the Lodge last year and it’s a fantastic place…I can’t wait to get out of the heat of the southwest and enjoy the cool mountain air. Anyone wanna come for a visit? Check out www.ChaletViewLodge.com for more info.
Media interview with ABC15
Friday, April 13th, 2012Today I was interviewed by Rebecca Thomas from ABC15 in Phoenix. The segment will air in late April or early May and is on travel bloggers who make money doing what they love. Can’t wait to see how the segment turns out. The interview was conducted via Skype, my first time using that method.
Rare sighting of a Gila Monster
Monday, April 9th, 2012All my years of living and playing in the desert, I’ve only had a single sighting of a Gila Monster in the wild. Today, I saw my second and got some good shots, as well as video for future use. Have you ever seen a Gila Monster in the wild?
Guest on “Check Please!” Arizona
Friday, April 6th, 2012Back in December (2011) I had the opportunity to appear on a PBS foodie show in Arizona called, “Check Please!” The show is hosted by local, award-winning chef, Robert McGrath. Robert has three guests on each week who all visit the same three restaurants. One restaurant is picked by each guest as being their “favorite,” then the other two guests try those other two restaurant choices. After all three guests have visited each of the three restaurants, we go on-air to talk about our experiences. Have a look at the show and please leave comments below.
