You obviously see the photos and videos that make it into our final articles. However, what happens to the ones that don’t make it? The answer is, they wind up on the cutting room floor or filed away. When an assignment pops up or we find ourselves unexpectedly exploring a new adventure, we always take...
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Gay Isis
Paul Scopel
Diana Blevins
The Greeley Independence Stampede Demolition Derby
The Greeley Independence Stampede is one of America’s largest 4th of July rodeos. This year marks the event’s 101st celebration. From June 22nd to July 4th, 2023 there were rodeos, concerts, a carnival, food vendors and of course, the demolition derby! My name is Anthony. I started going to the stampede in 1976. I...
Welcome to Virginia City
The Richest City On Earth is what the “Welcome To Virginia City” sign claims. When a massive deposit of Silver ore was discovered on the eastern slope of Mt Davis in 1859, the statement was pretty much spot on! A boomtown was immediately put into motion. Discovering a precious metal brought industry and urbanization to...
OUR DAY OF TOURING ROATAN
Our Day Of Touring Roatan went from wildlife and lush tropical terrain, to enjoying a beer at the local brewery. It was all good! Phil Swan and I will be your tour guides. We will be exploring several of the island’s exciting attractions. So, sit back and enjoy this fabulous day! The island of...
ROATAN’S WEST BAY BEACH
Roatan’s West Bay Beach is a 20 minute water taxi ride from Orchard Beach or 30 minutes from West End Village. Even though the names sound similar, there are differences. West End Village is a local community with unique shops, eateries, and public beach. West Bay Beach is geared more towards the tourist with...
ROATAN, HONDURAS’S WEST END VILLAGE
Coxen Hole Airport is no bigger than a moderate sized municipal airport. However, it’s longer runway can easily handle commercial jets. The island of Roatan is 40 miles north from Mainland Honduras. It sits between two sister islands {Utila and Guanaja}. The city of Coxen Hole is not only home to the island’s commercial...
Italy’s Salerno, Mozzarella & The Amalfi Coast Revisited
We would like to revisit Paul Scopel’s “Italy’s Salerno, Mozzarella & The Amalfi Coast” adventure. This beautiful city and it’s majestic coastline lies along the Tyrrhenian Sea and the Gulf of Salerno. The Amalfi Coast has become a jet-setter’s haven. This fabulous destination attracts millions of visitors annually. Paul takes us all around Salerno...
Parrot Key Caribbean Grill’s Car Show
Parrot Key Caribbean Grill’s Car Show is the hottest ticket going on the first and third Mondays in March & April. This free and open entry car show provides an opportunity for car enthusiast to mix it up the exhibitors. This event not only attracts some of the nicest cars and trunks in the...
Panama’s Casco Viejo, Revisited
Panama’s Casco Viejo was one of You, Me and The Dock’s favorite destinations. Once the capital of Panama, it has a very interesting history regarding it’s location and demise. Our month’s stay in Panama was filled with lots of exciting adventures. We hiked along El Valle de Anton, visited several local farmer’s markets, crossed...