Travels to Beautiful & Wild Places is a collection of short films with a focus on nature & Eco travel, tours, lodging and related services. Whether exploring nature reserves close to my home in Southern California or hiking through vineyards in Tuscany, my interest is in creating cinematic pieces that convey a sense of place, allowing the viewer to experience the ambiance of a location. In addition to visual montages, the series features stories about spectacular destinations, adventures and interesting people we meet along the way. Getting to beautiful & wild places is half the adventure, so the series also includes profiles of lodges, tours, wineries and other travel related services. Enjoy!

If you are interested in having a film created for your lodge, tour or service, please contact me
for details. EMAIL

Backroad Wineries Series
Backroad Wineries is a collection of short films produced for wineries and related products and services. Many of these vineyards not only offer fine wines but also a unique opportunity to explore and experience the beautiful back county of  wine regions throughout the world.

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The Wilds of California
Point Lobos Natural Reserve
Point Lobos State Natural Reserve is a spectacular wild place. Numerous trails take you through pine groves and rock outcrops with endless views of waves crashing against the rugged shoreline.

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Backroad Wineries
Domaine Artefact Winery
Highland Valley - Escondido, California
Nestled in a valley high above San Pasqual, Domaine Artefact has a rich history of culture and cultivation. Domaine Artefact is culmination and integration of Lynn and Mark Robinson’s passion for wine, food, family and nature.

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The Wilds of California
Elepahant Seals of Piedras Blancas
Located along California's Central Coast between Cambria and Big Sur is a wide protected beach where massive male elephant seals and the more petite females haul out to rest, mate and give birth.

1:56
The Falls of Giessbach, Brienz, Switzerland
A short hike starting from the ferry landing took us along the beautiful river where many falls, both large and small, make their way down the steep valley.

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An Afternoon by the Lake, Varenna, Italy 2014
Lago di Como in Northern Italy has many beautiful villages along its coast. Varenna is one of the most peaceful and relaxing villages we have visited so far.

2:48
Backroad Wineries
Ramona Highland Valley Sample 2
San Diego County, California
Experience a visual montage of several wineries in San Diego's back country.

2:17

Wilds of California
Morro Bay, California
Morro Bay provides a sanctuary for both people and wildlife. Morro Rock is a landmark that can be seen for many miles.

2:09
Wilds of California
Santa Ynez Valley
Enjoy a brief visit to the oak studded rolling hills of the Santa Ynez back country. Located in Santa Barbara County, California



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Wilds of California
The Redwoods of Mendocino California
The ancient forests of northern California harbor some of the most spectacular redwoods in the world. Take a brief tour of Hendy Woods State Park and Montgomery Woods State Reserve.

2:08
The Wilds of San Diego
The Wilds of San Diego is a campaign to increase public awareness of the beauty and natural diversity of San Diego County.

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Wilds of California
Impressions of Torrey Pines State Reserve
Rugged sandstone bluffs and rare Torrey Pines are just a few of the uniques features of this state park.

1:53
Wilds of California
Sequoia National Park - Winter Scenes
Experience Sequoia National Park in winter along the Kaweah River.

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Wilds of California
Impressions of Yosemite
with Resonant Drift Soundtrack
Relax and enjoy a prief visit to Yosemite Valley
 

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Sedona Red Rocks 
Experience the beautiful red rock landscapes of Sedona.

Sponsor Travels to Beautiful & Wild Places Film
Travels to Beautiful & Wild Places films are sponsored through a variety of sources including conservancies, government agencies, grants and commercial sponsors. Your sponsorship will show your commitment to preserving and protecting wild places. There are several sponsorship levels available. One option is to be an In-Kind Sponsor by providing lodging, tours and other travel services. Please contact me to discuss the details. EMAIL


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