by Doug | Oct 8, 2012 | Blog, Photography
Update 2-15-13 PhotoMechanic celebrates turning 15 years old in 2013 and is offering monthly specials all year long. Check their website for free trials and the deal of the month. One of the benefits of a high priced DSLR is the ability to shoot RAW files. That...
by Doug | Sep 26, 2012 | Blog, Travel
After watching the devastating effects of 2012’s biggest storm – Hurricane Isaac – it became quite evident what impact a slow-moving tropical storm like this can have. First, the storm took much longer than anyone had anticipated to move through the Louisiana coast...
by Doug | Sep 15, 2012 | Blog, Travel
For years and years, there’s been an effort to bring a real hostel to the Cleveland area. Finally it is a reality. The Cleveland Hostel had their official grand opening on September 12. With Mayor Frank Jackson, Councilman Joe Cimperman, and a host of dignitaries in...
by Doug | Sep 4, 2012 | Blog, Travel
Some things are just made to get the adrenalin going. Things like ziplines and ATV adventures. Luckily for those who thrive on such things, you can find both in one day at the same location in Evarts, Kentucky. Evarts is a small mountain community in Harlan County,...
by Doug | Sep 3, 2012 | Blog, Travel
Bike Pittsburgh to Rockwood to Cumberland and back in a long weekend, and discover the best in small-town America. Looking for a bike trail where you can ride in natural surroundings? A path you can follow without resorting to maps or GPS? Maybe you want a path where...