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Post by sgtmajor on May 2, 2018 9:06:38 GMT -5
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Post by Roger on May 2, 2018 20:04:17 GMT -5
Beautiful! Thanks for sharing.
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Post by bhk on May 3, 2018 16:08:12 GMT -5
What a great vid, Steve.  |
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Post by Deleted on May 4, 2018 15:37:53 GMT -5
hmmm... not so impressed personally. He does this by 'imprinting' on the birds when they hatch and as he is neither their mother nor a bird I'm afraid that I can't really approve as it's something that's totally unnatural taking advantage of a creature's natural instinct.
Also he advertises nationally in France (and I think internationally also) and charges quite large sums to passengers which again I don't think is really appropriate.
As usual he 'explains' this by saying that 'it increases awareness', the old canard if you'll excuse the pun.
Sorry.
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Post by bhk on May 4, 2018 15:55:42 GMT -5
I was referring to the cinematography in my comment. Whether the man's behaviour is going against nature or not didn't enter the equation and if what he charges seems excessive then, simple.....you don't have to pay it. |
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Post by nige on May 4, 2018 16:17:28 GMT -5
When I was into gliding we would always be on the lookout for wedge tailed eagles. They are much better at thermalling than we humans and always choose the best ones, so if we saw one we would try to get as close to him as we could. They normally ignored you but if you persisted in getting as close as possible he would sometimes look at you over his shoulder. You just would not believe the black look an eagle can give!
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Post by bhk on May 4, 2018 20:25:16 GMT -5
When I was into gliding we would always be on the lookout for wedge tailed eagles.... We have an "Osprey Pole" here on the southern bank of the Clarence, Nige. There has been a pair of ospreys nesting each season for the past 4 years. When the conditions are right they ride the thermals, as do the pelicans....but each in their own group. The poor ospreys are continually molested by magpies when they get close to maggie territory. It looks like a bomber being attacked by little fighter aircraft!  |
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Post by sgtmajor on May 4, 2018 21:55:38 GMT -5
hmmm... not so impressed personally. He does this by 'imprinting' on the birds when they hatch and as he is neither their mother nor a bird I'm afraid that I can't really approve as it's something that's totally unnatural taking advantage of a creature's natural instinct. Also he advertises nationally in France (and I think internationally also) and charges quite large sums to passengers which again I don't think is really appropriate. As usual he 'explains' this by saying that 'it increases awareness', the old canard if you'll excuse the pun. Sorry. Roger....I was unaware of this. I read part of an article (I thought National Geographic...but I could be mistaken) ...that spoke of this man rescuing birds and then nurturing them and escorting them back into their migration paths to eventually fit in with the wild birds. Hmmm....perhaps more research when I can find the time. I agree with Bruce..... the cinematography is amazing and I found much peace with the music and video. I too thought the price per flight looked rather steep.....but then again I didn't see how long the flight was and it would be one of those "once in a lifetime" flights. I know many folks I've spoken with have paid similar fees for flights on a WWII aircraft. Personally....I'd rather spend the money on a flight such as this. Guess it brings out the old "Wish I could Fly with the bird feelings." Cheers, |
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Post by bhk on May 7, 2018 3:56:50 GMT -5
.... it would be one of those "once in a lifetime" flights. I know many folks I've spoken with have paid similar fees for flights on a WWII aircraft. .... is how I would spend a couple of grand on a once-in-a-lifetime flight....if I had a surplus couple of grand. |
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Post by sgtmajor on May 7, 2018 7:17:49 GMT -5
.... it would be one of those "once in a lifetime" flights. I know many folks I've spoken with have paid similar fees for flights on a WWII aircraft. .... is how I would spend a couple of grand on a once-in-a-lifetime flight....if I had a surplus couple of grand. I'm with you on that!! (smile) If my conversion from Euro to U.S. Dollar was correct......it was about $680-$700 I think. I would gladly pay that fee as well. (smile) I couldn't find any information on the length of the flight....but judging from the height of climb etc., I would assume it would be 45-60 minutes at least...(just a wild guess). Anyway....it sure would be enjoyable and something to remember for sure. Cheers!! |
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Post by bhk on May 7, 2018 8:03:44 GMT -5
Steve....I was referring to what you will get if you click on the word THIS in my post. It is a live link. |
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Post by sgtmajor on May 7, 2018 17:19:10 GMT -5
Steve....I was referring to what you will get if you click on the word THIS in my post. It is a live link. Oh....LOL!!!! But THAT Too my friend I could do!!! (smile) Visiting there has been at the top of my "bucket" list as long as I can remember EVER having a bucket list!!! Yes indeed.....That too would be a dream come true!!! (Smile) Hmmm......who knows Bruce.....perhaps we should save up and do this together. (smile) Cheers! |
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Post by bhk on May 8, 2018 0:01:45 GMT -5
I would only be prepared to travel Ice Class, Steve. (Get a load of how much that is!!!) |
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Post by sgtmajor on May 8, 2018 7:03:02 GMT -5
I would only be prepared to travel Ice Class, Steve. (Get a load of how much that is!!!) AMAZING Bruce..........I was thinking along the same lines. (smile) Cheers, |
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Post by bhk on May 8, 2018 18:44:54 GMT -5
Well....if I win the lottery I'll shout you the ticket, mate. We can toast the South Pole with some top-quality champers. |
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