Ever wondered what it’s like to captain a ferry? Here’s a glimpse into the pilothouse of the ferry Willamsburg that runs between Surry and Jamestown, Virginia. These ferries run 24/7 and run in all sorts of weather and conditions. Only hurricanes and other severe weather shyts them down. This is a “chill day”, but I…
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Finding Megalodon – NEW Prehistoric Life Documentary!
After over a year of hard work, I’ve finally completed my Megalodon documentary!!! You can watch it on YouTube and go on a journey back in time! Here’s the script: Otodus chubutensis. Twice the size of a great white shark, this megashark hunted whales and other huge prey in Miocene seas. But, in these ancient…
Shenandoah Valley Serotonin (feat. CuteBlackHousewife)
Join CuteBlackHousewife on an adventure through the lush, beautiful Shenandoah National Park, from Luray Caverns to Skyline Drive. And get a serotonin boost along the way!
Finding WILD Venus Flytraps in North Carolina
The Venus flytrap. This little plant has evolved ability to consume animal flesh for extra nutrients, flipping nature’s already bizarre script. They’ve ignited our imaginations and seized several spots in pop culture from movies to video games. You can even buy them from Walmart. Despite their fame, Venus flytraps are only native to a 60…
New Demo Reel: Adventure is Waiting
Hello there! I’ve created a brand new demo reel using footage I’ve gathered throughout the years. Take an epic adventure around the world in less than two minutes! From the sandy shores of Australia to the frozen tundra of Iceland, our little blue planet has so much to offer!
Where in Africa Would You Find the Pride Lands from The Lion King?
If you live on planet Earth, there’s a good chance you’ve heard of The Lion King. Either the 2D animated 1994 version or the CGI 2019 version. Both of these movies feature several species of iconic African animals in an undisclosed African country. So, setting aside Disney logic, if you wanted to see most of…
New Relaxing Nature ASMR Video to Help You Fall Asleep
This is my first time making a nature video with ambient sounds. I filmed this at a secluded mountain stream near Shenandoah National Park in Virginia, USA. I am currently working on my next narrated nature video, but I wanted to offer something special in the meantime. The video starts with the roaring waters of…
Why Australian Wildlife is NOT as Dangerous as You Think
When we talk about nature, Australia has kind of a bad rep. In the Land Down Under, the deadliest and most venomous creatures skulk the land and stalk the sea, and you should be terrified of everything that lives there, from box jellyfish to bogans. Right? Well, not exactly. While Australia does have some of…
Eastern Hognose Snake – One Minute Nature Show
Eastern hognose snakes (Heterodon platirhinos) are strange looking North American snakes that have even stranger abilities. The have a distinct, upturned snout, which they use for digging up prey, especially toads. They are rear-fanged and are non-venomous to humans, but they do possess a venom that is fatal to amphibians. When threatened, they will first…
That Time Congress Tried to Introduce Hippos to the United States
In 1910, the United States was facing dual crises. In one corner, invasive water hyacinths were choking American waterways in the Gulf states, blocking shipping and eliminating fish. In the other corner, America was facing a major meat shortage after butting heads with the meat trust. In a desperate attempt to restore order, US representative…
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