Hasek's Heroes Fundraiser

Hasek's Heroes provides economically disadvantaged youth in Western New York the opportunity to play the game of hockey. In 2001, Dominik Hasek, winner of two Stanley cups, one Olympic Gold Medal, six Vezina Trophies, and two NHL MVP awards, established Hasek's Heroes to give back to the Buffalo community by helping children receive access to ice time, equipment, and professional instruction.

With over 900 children participating in the on-ice programs, Hasek's Heroes continues to be a unique and enriching opportunity for the youth participants in the Western New York community. In addition to offering traditional hockey development programs, Hasek's Heroes has partnered with several leading non-profit organizations, including the Boys and Girls Club of Western New York, Cradle Beach, King Center Charter School, and Journey's End of Western New York, to introduce more children to hockey.

The video above was filmed by Blake Dawson and edited by Penshire Media. The voice over was provided by Brian Duff of the Buffalo Sabres. Learn more and donate by clicking the button below:

The Largest Moon Since 1948

A close up video clip of tonight's supermoon, the largest since 1948. NASA noted that the next time a full moon will be this close to earth will be November 25, 2034 (in 18 years). 

It's inspiring to look at the moon and know that over 40 years ago thousands of people worked together and were able achieve an unfathomable goal of getting humans to land and walk on the moon.

It's also inspiring to look up at the sky and know that there are six countries currently working together to pilot the I.S.S. (international space station) while traveling 250 miles above the earth at 17,000+ miles per hour while conducting research for a better understanding of life on earth and for future space missions. In 2034, the next time a full moon is this close to earth, SpaceX is planning to have humans on Mars.

It's truly inspiring to see what can be achieved when humans work together. Whenever you see the moon, realize 12 people have walked on it and the next time the moon is this close to earth, there could be humans walking on Mars. Get outside, look up and know that anything is possible if we work together.

Backpacking the White Mountains of New Hampshire

A few clips of a 3 day backpacking trip in the White Mountains of New Hampshire with friends for the 4th of July.

Shalane Flanagan sets the American Women’s 10k Record

In her last race before the Summer Olympics in Rio, Shalane Flanagan sets the American Women’s 10k Record at 30:52. 

Sights and Sounds of Beautiful Costa Rica

Below is a show film of a few sights and sounds captured in Costa Rica.  The footage is from Turrialba,  Aquiares and Cahuita. 

One Last Run: Skiing The Green Mountains Of Vermont

As winter turns to spring and snow turns to water, ski mountains across North America are going quiet and closing for the season. Sometimes there is a calling from inside for One Last Run, and you'll have to earn your turns with a hike to the top.  

The video has been featured on Outside Television's Facebook Page and selected as a Staff Pick by Teton Gravity Research.

All shots were filmed with a Cannon 5d Mark iii & DJI Phantom 4 drone.

The Boston Marathon: More Than A Race

Below is a video I was asked to create for the Boston Athletic Association.  After living in Boston for 4 years, you quickly realize that the Boston Marathon is so much more than a race.  

In 2015, The Boston Marathon brought together 30,000 Runners, 1 Million Spectators and 10,000 volunteers from over 100 Countries around the world. Additionally, over $15 million was raised for charity.  

Below is the video added to the Boston Marathon's Facebook Page. 

The Boston Marathon is one of the most prestigious and historic marathons in the world. Held annually on Patriots' Day, which is the third Monday in April, the Boston Marathon is a 26.2-mile race that begins in the town of Hopkinton, Massachusetts, and finishes in Boston's Copley Square.

The Boston Marathon was first run in 1897 and has been held every year since, making it the oldest annual marathon in the world. The marathon is organized by the Boston Athletic Association (BAA), which was founded in 1887 and is the oldest athletic organization in the United States.

The Boston Marathon is known for its challenging course, which includes several hills, including the infamous Heartbreak Hill, which is located near the end of the course. Despite the difficulty of the course, the Boston Marathon is also known for its fast times, as many elite runners compete in the race each year.

In addition to its challenging course and fast times, the Boston Marathon is also known for its significant history. Below are some of the key moments and events that have helped to make the Boston Marathon one of the most prestigious and beloved races in the world:

1. The first Boston Marathon was run in 1897, with 15 runners participating. The winner of the first race was John J. McDermott, who finished in a time of 2:55:10.

2. In 1901, the Boston Marathon became the first marathon to have a woman officially enter and run the race. Her name was Kathrine Switzer, and she entered the race using the name K.V. Switzer. At the time, women were not allowed to officially enter or run the Boston Marathon, but Switzer managed to register for the race by using her initials instead of her first name. During the race, an official tried to physically remove Switzer from the course, but she managed to continue running and finished the race in 4:20:02. Switzer's determination and courage helped to pave the way for women's participation in marathons and other long-distance races.

3. In 1967, the Boston Marathon became the first major marathon to allow women to officially enter and run the race. The decision to allow women to run the race was influenced by the efforts of Kathrine Switzer, who had become a prominent advocate for women's running. The first woman to officially run the Boston Marathon was Bobbi Gibb, who finished the race in 3:21:40.

4. The Boston Marathon was the site of a tragic event in 2013, when two bombs were detonated near the finish line, killing three people and injuring hundreds more. The bombing sent shockwaves through the running community and the world at large. The following year, the Boston Marathon was run with even more passion and determination than ever before, with many runners participating to honor the victims of the bombing and show their support for the city of Boston. I documented the 2014 Boston Marathon in the video below, called “Run, Boston, Run.”

5. In 2018, Desiree Linden became the first American woman to win the Boston Marathon in 33 years, with a time of 2:39:54. Linden's victory was particularly meaningful, as it came during a year when the race was held under difficult conditions, including cold temperatures and rain.

Overall, the Boston Marathon is a race with a rich and storied history, and it continues to inspire and motivate runners from all over the world to push themselves to their limits and achieve their goals. Whether you're a serious runner or just a fan of the sport, the Boston Marathon is a race that should not be missed.

November Project Takes Over Fenway Park

November Project is a free fitness movement that was born in Boston as a way to stay in shape during cold New England months.

Now present in 30 cities across the globe, people of all ages, shapes, sizes and fitness levels are encouraged by November Project to get out of their beds and get moving. Members vary from Olympic medalists, professional athletes, marathoners, triathletes, current and former collegiate athletes all the way to complete fitness rookies and recent couch potatoes just looking to kickstart their healthy life choices.

Members of November Project Boston were treated with a surprise on Monday by just showing up with a free workout and tour though the historic Fenway Park.  

If you think that you’re not fit enough to join the group, stop thinking and come see what the fuss is all about. Their slogan is fitting, JUST SHOW UP.  To view a list of their locations, take a look here.

The video was added to Boston.com. 

2016 Keith Relief Charity Concert

A few clips of Duncan Keith, the Chicago Blackhawks and Dustin Lynch gathering with 800+ fans to raise money for Keith Relief and the Ronald McDonald House.

Fenway Park Big Air Snowboarding

Clips of snowboarders from around the globe dropping into the historic Fenway Park on a 140 ft ramp (almost 4x the size of the green monster & higher than the stadium lights).

The City of Boston & the Boston Marathon

A few clips of Boston & The Boston Marathon that I have taken over the past 3 years. 

The video shown here is a glimpse into the passion that the city carries and the support the community has for every runner during the Boston Marathon, no matter their shape, ability, size, background or belief.

In 2015, 26,598 runners representing 87 countries across the globe crossed the finish line. The more important statistic is that participants running on behalf of the Boston Athletic Association’s official charities raised $15.63 million dollars.

I'll be raising money for the Museum of Science Traveling Programs. The Traveling Programs serve over 100,000 students annually in New England area and help students experience the excitement and learnings of the Museum of Science's education programs, even if they can't make it to the museum. Funds that our marathon team raises will provide scholarships to schools and libraries that do not have the means to pay for field trips to the museum. These programs help engage and inspire students to learn more and stay in school.