Madagascar–a place many have heard of, but very few know about or could even point to on a map. With Love From Madagascar highlights the hidden beauty of this country and the people who are working to protect it. -Mitch Read More »
Tag Archives: Environment
Daily Inspiration: Where the Yellowstone Goes
Check out this awesome trailer for a recently released documentary about a group of people attempting to paddle the entire length of the Yellowstone River, the longest free-flowing river in the U.S. A story about adventure and the length that people go to fight to protect some of our last natural treasures, it is both inspiring and informative. -Mitch Read More »
Daily Inspiration: Finding Oregon-A Series of Breathtaking Time-Lapse Photography
This short film captures some stunning time-lapse images from the most beautiful places in the state of Oregon. Mountain ranges, rugged coastlines and incredible night skies highlight the true essence of this unique state. From the Columbia River Gorge to Crater Lake and the Alvord Desert, this will have you planning your next trip to the Beaver State. -Mitch Read More »
Daily Inspiration: Dark Side of the Lens
This is not your ordinary surfing video. Irish Surfer Mickey Smith shares his passion for the sport of surfing and captures its true essence, while sharing his unique outlook on life in this incredible short film. Winner of several awards, “Dark Side of the Lens” takes viewers on a trip through incredible surf locations, as well as a refreshing philosophy ... Read More »
Daily Inspiration: The Art of Clean Climbing
For some, being outdoors is more than just a hobby—it is lifeblood that can be replaced by nothing else. Check out this short clip on what climbing and the walls of Yosemite Valley mean to longtime climber Doug Robinson. Robinson, who made the first clean ascent of the northwest face of Half Dome in 1973, has been a pioneer in ... Read More »
Protect our Seas: Help Us Prevent the BP Oil Disaster from Happening Again
Image Credit: TIME Over two years ago, the largest marine oil spill in the Petroleum industry took place in the Gulf of Mexico. An estimated 53,000 barrels per day escaped from the well just before it was capped. The spill caused extensive damage to marine and wildlife habitats and to the Gulf’s fishing and tourism industries. According to the Al ... Read More »
10 Ways That Take 2 Seconds to Decrease Your Carbon Footprint (+ 1 more)
Today we’re going to get you started on reducing your carbon footprint with these ridiculously easy and much more fun ways of going about your daily life. (aka – starting a fire with handheld tools rather than squirting some lighter fluid on it, or biking instead of steering 4 wheels powered by a motor) First, a bit about Carbon Footprints: Carbon footprints measure how ... Read More »