Pictures Over Stillwater Back To School Fall 2019 Drones For Non Dummies Community Education

2024 UAV UAS Drone Education Classes

Pictures Over Stillwater is involved with Community Education presenting UAV UAS Drone classes at various venues around the greater Minneapolis St Paul Twin Cities metro area as well as online. Classes for 2024 have been added for Minneapolis and Stillwater. Click on the following to learn more as well as links for registrations, times and locations.

Twin Cities 2024 UAV UAS Drone Education Classes

FAA Holiday Drone Messaging, Know Before You Fly

Got a Drone for Christmas or know somebody who did? Did you or somebody you known get a drone for Christmas or as another gift? Here’s a link to a great information video from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) about knowing what to do before you fly your new drone. Step one is registering it, then knowing the rules of the road and airspace among other tips.


FAA Holiday Drone Messaging, Know Before You Fly
Pictures Over Stillwater Back To School Fall 2019 Drones For Non Dummies Community Education

Pictures Over Stillwater Back To School Fall 2019 Drones For Non Dummies Community Education

Pictures Over Stillwater and Stillwater Area Public Schools Community Education have partnered for a series of Drones for Non-Dummies classes. Join Greg Schulz, FAA Part 107 (with daylight waiver) and MnDOT Aeronautics licensed UAV / Drone and aerial photographer to learn more about Drones in these community education classes that are a follow up to the spring 2019 spring Drones for Non-Dummies course.

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Small Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV), Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) “drones” are growing in popularity and capabilities. Drones are used by recreational hobbyist, commercial, non-profit, government, and public safety agencies. If you or somebody you know have a drone, want one or need to learn more about them, these course are for you (or them).

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Fall 2019 – 2020 School Year Courses

For the fall 2019 – 2020 school year, the following Community Education courses are being offered via Stillwater Area Public Schools.

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Monday September 16, 2019 5:30-7:30 PM – Drones for Non-Dummies

Drones for Non-Dummies is a introductory beginner course offered at Stillwater Area Public High School Pony Activity Center (PAC) G113. Small Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV), Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) “drones” are growing in popularity and capabilities.

Drones are used by recreational hobbyist, commercial, non-profit, government, and public safety agencies. If you or somebody you know have a drone, want one or need to learn more about them, this course is for you.

You will learn about basic drone safety, rules of the road and air, registration, certification, license, drone types, when, how and where to fly (or avoid). Bring your drone as a guest to participate in the discussions. Students ages 12-17 are welcome to attend with an adult.

Don’t be a dummy, learn to fly drones safely. Learn more and register for the beginner introductory Drones for Non-Dummies course here.

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Pony Stadium Drones for Non-Dummies Demo Flight

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Monday September 30, 2019 5:30-7:30 PM – Drones for Non-Dummies – Beyond the Basics

Drones for Non-Dummies Beyond the basics course is offered at Stillwater Area Public High School Pony Activity Center (PAC) G115. Small Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV), Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) “drones” are growing in popularity and capabilities.

This course moves beyond the basics looking at drone decision making, flight planning, how to prepare for your FAA Part 107 among other certifications.

Also covered are basic tools, simulators, apps, cameras, commercial considerations, new and emerging regulations, insurance, practical tips, techniques, trends to be aware of. Weather permitting drone demonstration flights may be held. Students ages 12-17 are welcome to attend with an adult. Don’t be a dummy, learn to fly drones safely.

Don’t be a dummy, learn to fly drones safely. Learn more and register for the beyond the basics Drones for Non-Dummies course here.

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Wednesday October 9, 2019 6:00-8:00 PM – Drone Aerial Photography and Video

Drones for Non-Dummies Drone Aerial Photography and Video course is offered at Stillwater Area Public High School Pony Activity Center (PAC) G113. Small Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV), Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) “drones” are growing in popularity and capabilities.

This course is for those who want to learn more about drone based aerial photography and video (recreational and commercial). Topics covered include rules of the road for aerial photography and video, license and registration, where to fly (and not fly), flight planning and weather, autonomous and manual modes, equipment, hardware, software and other tools.

Additional topics include what type of drone and camera equipment are best as well as accessories, along with post processing tools. Students aged 12-17 may attend with an adult. Weather permitting a demonstration flight will be flown.

FAA National Drone Safety Awareness Week 2019 Aerial Photography Video Business

Don’t be a dummy, learn to fly drones safely. Learn more and register for the Drone for Non-Dummies Aerial Photography and Video course here.

Wrap Up and Where to Learn More

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Crusin St Croix Car Show Downtown Stillwater

The following are various aerial photos from the Crusin on St. Croix Car Show downtown Stillwater during summer months. Learn more about Crusin on St. Croix Car show on their website here.

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Click On Above Image To View More From Previous Withrow Events

Above, Gallery of images from 2021 (13th Annual) Withrow Classic Car and Tractor show benefit event held Sunday September 26, 2021.

If you like cars, new and vintage classics, also check out these videos:

2018 Withrow Car Tractor Show

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2019 River Valley Charities Golf Event Troy Burne Hudson Wisconsin

2019 River Valley Charities Golf Event Troy Burne Hudson Wisconsin

The following are various aerial photos from the August 19, 2019 River Valley Charities golf event held at Troy Burne Golf Club south of Hudson Wisconsin. Learn more about the River Valley Charities  golf event at their website here and learn more about Troy Burne golf glub here.

Note the 2020 RVC Golf tournament will be held August 24, 2020 at Troy Burne, learn more and register here.

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Images and Video from 2019 Event

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Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund Stillwater St Croix Valley Visit

The Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund (VVMF) traveling scale model of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial visited the St. Croix River valley spending a few days in Stillwater.

The traveling wall arrived in Stillwater on July 23, 2019 at the Old Athletic Fields with an escort of EMS, Fire, Police, Sheriff, State Patrol, veterans and other area organizations. The escort went from Lakeland and Afton up the valley through Bayport, Oak Park Heights (see the video and images below). day Stillwater St Croix Valley Visit. Learn more about the VVMF and The Wall That Heals at their site vvmf.org

Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund Stillwater St Croix Valley Visit

Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund Stillwater St Croix Valley Visit

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Inaugural Run Stillwater St Croix Crossing 5K Half Marathon

Various still and video images from July 27, 2019 Inaugural Run Stillwater St Croix Crossing 5K and Half Marathon. The event started at 7AM in Houlton Wisconsin with runners finishing in downtown Stillwater via new St. Croix River Crossings Bridge.

Inaugural Run Stillwater St Croix Crossing 5K Half Marathon

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Twin Cities Drone Aerial Sunrise Sunset Night Views

Twin Cities Drone Aerial Sunrise Sunset Night Views

This page post is focused on twin cities drone aerial sunrise sunset night views including still photography along with videos. Most of the aerial sunrise sunset night views are from around the twin cities metro area there are a few from around Minnesota, Western Wisconsin and North Dakota.

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New for 2021 northside of Stillwater Lift Bridge Lit Up
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Ice Maze From Construction Until Gone


Winter Week In Stillwater Minnesota Aerial Views
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Wintertime in Stillwater Minnesota Holiday Lights

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Flying unmanned air systems (UAS), also known as unmanned air vehicles (UAV), aka Drones early morning and evening as well as night, has many challenges and opportunities.

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The opportunities include capturing sunrise and sunsets from different vantage points in some cases when the air is calmer, clearer, and with fewer clouds. Likewise, there is less traffic (people, vehicles, and birds, or at least sometimes) than in the daytime, and, if configured properly, you can see your aircraft further. On the other hand, challenges include not seeing everything in the dark, other drones in the area that are not properly lit, or authorized to be in the airspace.

A challenge for hobby/recreational flyers who are not looking to go out and take photos and then sell them is getting night access to controlled airspace. For hobby and recreational drone operators whose intent is to go out and capture photos or videos to post and sell or promote, you should get your FAA part 107 certificate and then your daylight waiver. If you are already part 107, take the next step and get a daylight waiver so you can fly at night.

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On the other hand, if you are looking to hire or have somebody do night time drone photos or videos, engage with a professional who is FAA Part 107.29 (daylight waiver), as well as MnDOT Aeronautics licensed, registered, insured and experienced. The key for nighttime, early morning, and evening drone flying is mitigating risk, being prepared, flying smart, and safe.

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A couple of other tips and reminders include the night is considered the time from 30 minutes after sunset until 30 minutes before sunrise. Maintain situational awareness of your drone’s altitude, direction, where it is, and where it is going while maintaining a visual line of sight (e.g., not staring at your phone). Another tip is to have high visibility lights that can be seen from several miles away. The lights help you see your drone and for others to see it (if they are watching). When you are going to fly at night, or even early morning or evening, get to know the area ahead of time while it is light out, where are trees, powerlines, and other obstacles.

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The reason I mention the above is that having an FAA part 107.29 daylight waiver as well as being MnDOT licensed drone operator is to demystify and provide insight into night drone flying. If you want to know more about night drone operations or how to get your daylight waiver as well as airspace authorizations and related topics, get in touch with us.

St Croix Crossing Moon Rise

Its Sale Time, Black Friday Before and Beyond

It’s here, Our Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, Sunday Savings, Cyber Monday, Townie Tuesday, Wednesday Wall of Savings and, Thank You Thursday sale is going on now. We have stock images from around, on the ground and above the Stillwater, St Croix River Valley, Western Wisconsin, Twin Cities and adjacent areas. Browse, Shop, Buy and enjoy savings of 30% (or more) on Prints, Mounts and Wall Art including Metal prints from Tuesday November 24 through Tuesday December 1, 2020 at our online store (here).

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Above, early November fall colors downtown Stillwater Minnesota with call waters of the St Croix river reflections of old and new bridges. Below sunrise downtown St. Paul Minnesota.

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Late Fall Downtown Stillwater Lights Sunset Night Flight Views

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Stillwater Friday Night Lights

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Downtown Stillwater Sunset Opera On The River (view more here)

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Washington County Fair Ground Sunset Views

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Night View Washington County Fair

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Stillwater Fireworks View From Wisconsin (view more here)

Downtown Minneapolis Skyline Sunset
Downtown Minneapolis Skyline Sunset

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Downtown Stillwater February Sunset Stillwater Lights #stillwaterlights

 

Stillwater St Croix River Valley Fireworks

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Wrap Up

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Stillwater St Croix River Valley World Tai Chi Day 2019

The following are various still and video images of the Stillwater St Croix River Valley World Tai Chi Day 2019 event held April 27, 2019 on the terrace of Stillwater Public Library. Images and UAS / UAV / Drone operations were conducted with permissions of Stillwater Public Library and event organizers.

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Winter Spring Summer Fall Weather Storms

Winter Spring Summer Fall Weather Storms.

In addition to Winter Spring Summer Fall Weather Storms, check out our flood flooding page with imagery from various floods including St Croix River.

Dynamic Fall Weather St. Croix River Inversion Fog Dragon Breath

2019 Spring Flood Season

Winter Motorcycle Ice Racing

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Pictures Over Stillwater Post Cards Available

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Click here to view samples of some of the post cards available via our online self service store along with other items including prints, wall art and more.

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When in downtown Stillwater, visit our partner Smith + Trade Mercantile where you can buy Pictures Over Stillwater aerial photography postcards among other items.

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Union Pacific Big Boy 4014 Visits Lake Elmo Washington County St Croix Valley

Union Pacific Big Boy 4014 Visits Lake Elmo Washington County St Croix Valley. The UP Big Boy is one of if not the largest still operating steam locomotives in the world weighing in at over one million pounds.

Union Pacific Big Boy  Visits St Croix Valley

The following video and still images show the Union Pacific Big Boy 4014 visiting Lake Elmo Minnesota in Washington County before crossing the St. Croix River at Hudson continuing on to other destinations in Wisconsin.


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Learn more about Steam power and UP Big Boy via the following links

https://www.up.com/heritage/steam/4014/

https://www.up.com/heritage/steam/schedule/index.htm

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Browse, shop and buy print, digital downloads, wall art, and other items by clicking here to access our online SmugMug store.

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