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 in March and Richfield/Bloomington in June. Click on the following to learn more as well as links for registrations, times and locations.
Drones for Non-Dummies is a introductory beginner course offered at various Minneapolis St Paul twin cities metro area venues and online. Small Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV), Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) “drones” are growing in popularity and capabilities.
Spring 2021 Drone School SAPS Beginner Class Demo Flight
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.
Anoka Hennepin Community Education Drone School Demo Flight
Recreational drone hobbyists will gain information on basic operations and a foundation for expanding to commercial operations. You will learn basic safety, rules of the road and air, registration, certification, types, when, how and where to fly (or avoid). Also covered are basic tools, simulators, apps, cameras, commercial considerations, new and emerging regulations including hobby recreational FAA test (TRUST), insurance, practical tips, techniques, and trends. Weather permitting, an instructor-only demonstration flight may be held. Students ages 12-17 are welcome to register with an adult.
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.
2024 UAS UAV Drone Education Awareness Classes
Eden Prairie Central Middle School 8th Grade STEM, Drones, Aviation, Aerial Photo and More Thursday October 10, 2024 Friday May 24, 2024
Stillwater Area Public Schools Adult Community Education
Stillwater Area High School Monday October 7, 2024 6:00-8:30PM Drone Aerial Photography and Video Registration information coming soon
Stillwater Area High School Monday September 16, 2024 6:00-8:30PM Drones Fundamentals Registration information coming soon
Minneapolis Public Schools Adult Community Education. Monday November 11, 2024 6:00-8:30PM Drone Aerial Photography & Videography Part 2 Ella Baker School Learn more and register here.
Monday October 21, 2024 6:00-8:30PM Drone Aerial Photography & Videography Part 1 Ella Baker School Learn more and register here.
Aerial Photography and Video – Online & In-Person
Drones for Non-Dummies Drone Aerial Photography and Video course is offered at various Minneapolis St Paul twin cities metro venues and online. Small Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV), Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) “drones” are growing in popularity and capabilities.
Spring 2021 Drone School SAPS Beginner Class Demo Flight
July 3rd 2021 Hudson Wisconsin Fireworks (Click to buy prints & downloads)
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.
Also covered are drone and camera photo and video modes, settings, time lapse and hyper lapse, panoramic, automatic vs manual settings and much more.
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.
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.
2024 UAS UAV Drone Education Awareness Classes
Eden Prairie Central Middle School 8th Grade STEM, Drones, Aviation, Aerial Photo and More Thursday October 10, 2024 Friday May 24, 2024
Stillwater Area Public Schools Adult Community Education
Stillwater Area High School Monday October 7, 2024 6:00-8:30PM Drone Aerial Photography and Video Registration information coming soon
Stillwater Area High School Monday September 16, 2024 6:00-8:30PM Drones Fundamentals Registration information coming soon
Minneapolis Public Schools Adult Community Education. Monday November 11, 2024 6:00-8:30PM Drone Aerial Photography & Videography Part 2 Ella Baker School Learn more and register here.
Monday October 21, 2024 6:00-8:30PM Drone Aerial Photography & Videography Part 1 Ella Baker School Learn more and register here.
Monday May 20, 2024 6:00-8:30PM Drone Aerial Photography & Videography Part 1 Ella Baker School Learn more and register here.
Monday June 3, 2024 6:00-8:30PM Drone Aerial Photography & Videography Part 2 Ella Baker School Learn more and register here.
Monday March 18, 2024 6:00-8:30PM Drone Aerial Photography & Videography Part 1 Ella Baker School Learn more and register here.
Monday May 20, 2024 6:00-8:30PM Drone Aerial Photography & Videography Part 2 Ella Baker School Learn more and register here.
Hobby Recreational and Part 107 – Online & In-Person
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 (commercial) and TRUST (hobby recreational) 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.
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.
Minneapolis Public Schools Adult Community Education.
Monday March 18, 2024 6:00-8:30PM Drone Aerial Photography & Videography Part 1 Ella Baker School Learn more and register here.
Monday March 25, 2024 6:00-8:30PM Drone Aerial Photography & Videography Part 2 Ella Baker School Learn more and register here.
What To Consider When Buying A Drone
There are many different things to consider when buying a drone besides how much does it cost, how high and how far can it fly. Some considerations among others include:
Some of the topics and considerations include among others: ✓ Whats your budget ✓ Size and form factor ✓ Build DiY or buy turnkey ✓ What are you going to use it for ✓ How are you going to use it (how portable do you need) ✓ Who makes what, who are the vendors ✓ Weight Matters (Registration, Operating Over People OOP) ✓ AI and Obstacle Avoidance ✓ Remote ID (RID) capabilties ✓ Fixed or removable cameras ✓ RGB, IR/Thermo or other cameras ✓ Precision mapping/measuring ✓ App supported devices (e.g. ios, android) ✓ Software app functionality and camera modes ✓ Photo and Video speeds/feeds ✓ FPV or non FPV flying (indoor, outdoor or both) ✓ How much can you afford to lose or crash ✓ Feature, functions, speeds and feeds (camera resolution, 1K, 2K, 4K, 6K, 8K, 12MP, 20MP, frame rates) ✓ Battery life or how long can you fly ✓ Upgrades, accessors, spares ✓ Warranties and service policies ✓ Insurance costs
Not sure what drone is best for you or your needs, give us a call or email, tell us what you are looking to do and we will provide you with our perspectives. Keep in mind that the best drone is the one that fits and meets your needs and budgets vs someone else’s.
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What if you don’t see what you are looking for? Give a call or send an email telling us what you are looking for as we may have it in our archives, or discuss other options including custom services.
Looking for some new image content for your site, blog, office or other venue?
How about dressing up your business cards and other collateral with images from around Stillwater, Hudson, and greater St. Croix River Valley along with Twin Cities metro area? Click here to visit our online store, or give us a call to discuss your specific needs.
We also can produce custom content to meet your specific requirements. Give us a call or email to discuss your specific needs.
Our images are via FAA Part 107 certified and MnDOT aerial photography and UAV / Drone licensed pilots thus are safe for commercial including non-profit, as well as print or electronic media use.
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 2023 have been added for Minneapolis in March and Richfield/Bloomington in June. Click on the following to learn more as well as links for registrations, times and locations.
Pictures Over Stillwater Back To School Fall 2020 Drones For Non Dummies Community Education Classes
Pictures Over Stillwater Back To School Fall 2020 schedule includes additional school districts, times, online and in-person, as well as new classes along with updated content. In addition to Stillwater Area Public Schools Community Education, earlier this year Pictures Over Stillwater added Anoka Hennepin Community Education to our schedule.
For fall 2020 we are excited to welcome additional districts including St Anthony and St Louis Park Minnesota community education to our schedule. Besides additional districts, Pictures Over Stillwater is also adding a new FAA Part 107 Commercial operator test prep class to the schedule as part of Stillwater Area Public Schools Community Education.
In addition, existing class content has also been updated to reflect new and emerging drone regulations for recreational and commercial drone operators among other topics. Note that Stillwater Area Public Schools community education are currently planned for in-person and may be subject to change or onclude online. All other Pictures Over Stillwater fall 2020 classes will be held online.
In-person Stillwater Area Public Schools fall 2020 classes
Drones – Recreational Use for Beginners (click here to register) Tuesday, September 29, 2020 – 6:00 to 8:00PM
Note: This is an in person class, may change to online Stillwater Area High School : PAC – G115 (Health)
Small Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV) and Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) “drones” are growing in popularity and capabilities. Drones are used by recreational hobbyists, 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.
Drones – Beyond the Basics (click here to register) Tuesday, October 6, 2020 – 6:00 to 8:00PM
Note: This is an in person class, may change to online Stillwater Area High School : PAC – G115 (Health)
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.
Drone Aerial Photography and Video (click here to register) Tuesday, October 13, 2020 – 6:00 to 8:00PM
Note: This is an in person class, may change to online Stillwater Area High School : PAC – G115 (Health)
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 and post processing tools. Students aged 12-17 may attend with an adult. Weather permitting a demonstration flight will be flown. Prerequisites: Drones Beyond the Basics or related experience.
Drones – FAA Part 107 Commercial Operator Prep (click here to register)
Monday, October 12, 2020 – 6:00 to 8:00PM
Note: This is an in person class, may change to online Stillwater Area High School : PAC – G113
This class provides insight and preparation tips for those planning on taking the FAA Part 107 Commercial UAS / UAV / Drone Operator certification test for the first time, or taking the two-year renewal. This is also a good for those who want to learn more advanced drone topics. Class will discuss what is in the test, along with tips on how to study, practice and prepare. Topics include rules, safety, operations, airspace, charts and weather considerations. It is strongly encouraged that students have the ASA Remote Pilot 2020 Test Prep book to follow along during class.
Prerequisites include either Drones Beyond the Basics course or hands on drone operation experience beyond the basics. Part 107 test prep book is available via Amazon (here).
Pictures Over Stillwater Online courses for fall 2020
Oct 10, 2020 Sat 10AM – 1PM – Drone Recreational Use for Beginners (Part I)
Small Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV) and Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) “drones” are growing in popularity and capabilities. Drones are used by recreational hobbyists, 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.bb
Oct 24, 2020 Sat 10AM – 1PM – Drone Recreational Use (Part II – Beyond basics)
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.
Congratulations Stillwater Area High School Class of 2020
Learning Links and Resources
The following are some additional resources for learning more about UAS, UAV aka Drones including where and how to fly, equipment, software, tools and more that are covered in our Drones for Non Dummies classes.
Pictures Over Stillwater Back To School Spring Summer 2020 Drones For Non Dummies Community Education Classes are being presented online during the month of May.
Drones – Recreational Use for Beginners (online via Zoom) Saturday 10AM-1PM October 10th and 24th. Watch for registration information soon.
Watch for upcoming updates on possible future summer online classes, as well as fall 2020 class options.
Join Greg Schulz, FAA Part 107 (with daylight waiver) and MnDOT Aeronautics licensed UAV / Drone operator and aerial photographer to learn more about Drones in these community education classes.
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. In addition to more options for drones to meet different budgets, there are also new rules and regulations that apply to recreational hobbyist as well as commercial use. 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).
Summer 2020 School Year Community Education Courses
For the summer 2020 school year, the following Community Education courses are being offered.
Drones for Non Dummies
Small Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV) and 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.
Stillwater (On-line), Tuesday May 19, 2020, 6-8PM, Register here
Drones for Non Dummies – Beyond the basics
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.
Stillwater (Online), Tuesday May 26, 2020, 6-8PM, Register here
Pony Stadium Drones for Non-Dummies Demo Flight
Drone Aerial Photography and Video
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 and post processing tools. Students aged 12-17 may attend with an adult. Weather permitting a demonstration flight will be flown. Prerequisites: Drones for Non-Dummies: Beyond the Basics or related experience.
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.
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
November 4-8 2019 is the first annual FAA National Drone Safety Awareness Week (#drones4good) initiative. As a participant in this weeks activities including being part of a free webinar open to the public on November 5, Pictures Over Stillwater has prepared the following non-branded video to showcase and promote drone safety and benefits of using licensed, insured drone operators.
In addition to Aerial Photography and Video, other focus areas during the FAA National Drone Safety Awareness Week included:
View the following video to learn more about the benefits of using licensed (FAA Part 107 and applicable state licenses), insured drone operators.
Note that Minnesota in addition to FAA Part 107 certification requires an additional licenses from Minnesota Department of Transportation (MNDoT) Aeronautics for commercial drone operators doing work for others. Pictures Over Stillwater is FAA Part 107 certified including daylight waiver and various airspace authorizations as well as registered aircraft. In addition to meeting FAA requirements, Pictures Over Stillwater is also licensed by MNDoT for drone operations including aerial photography, video and imaging, as well as insured and registered aircraft.
Have an event or other activity you are looking for aerial and ground based coverage (still video and photography)? Contact us and we can discuss options to meet your needs.
The following are various Pictures Over Stillwater drone based aerial photography and video images of different Boats Marinas Yacht Clubs as well as Harbors from around the Minneapolis St. Paul greater twin cities area.
Hyperlapse Spring Sunset Ice Flow St Croix River Stillwater Minnesota
Early Spring Morning Boating Aerial View St Croix River
The following video is an example of what happens when you dont get your boat out of the water in the fall and winter freeze comes early. This is near the DNR public boat launch ramp north of Stillwater on St. Croix River near Wolf Marina view looking south.
Have an upcoming event at a Marina, Association or other venue, or simply looking for images (still and video) of your facility or boat?
Pictures Over Stillwater Golf Course Country Club Images
The following are various Pictures Over Stillwater drone based aerial photography and video images from different Golf Course Country Club venues around the greater Minneapolis St. Paul twin cities metropolitan area.
Click on above image to view more Golf related images
Greater Stillwater Area Chamber of Commerce 2020 Golf Event
River Valley Charities 2020 Troy Burne Hudson Golf Event
River Valley Charities 2020 New Richmond Pro-Amm Golf Event
Have an upcoming event at a Golf Course, Country Club, Marina, Association or other venue, or simply looking for images (still and video) of your facility?
Due to construction the 2023 #343run was moved from I94 near Afton Minnesota to across the river on highway 35 south of Hudson and north of River Falls Wisconsin. Attendees assembled on Monday evening 9/11/23 on the Tower and Coulee Road overpasses as the parade went south from Hudson towards River Falls before returning to the north. In addition to the various EMS, Fire, Rescue, Police, Sheriff, Highway Patrol and other first responders, an Air Force/National Guard C130 Cargo plane made two low “tactical” passes along the #343run route.
Pictures Over Stillwater Coverage of 2019 #343 9/11 Tribute
The following still and video images are from the 2019 #343 9/11 tribute event which has been held for several years. The event takes place on an overpass above Interstate 94 (I94) in eastern Minnesota (West Lakeland and Afton) near the Wisconsin (Hudson) border for 24 hours on 9/11.
This volunteer event has participants waving american flags as people head west during the morning rush hour towards twin cities Minneapolis St. Paul area along with others throughout the day. There is also a parade of first responders that starts to the east in Hudson Wisconsin crossing the St. Croix River passing under the overpass west bound then circling back over the bridge (Stagecoach road).
Mid-Afternoon view of Stagecoach Overpass looking to the north
A Black Hawk Helicopter does a fly by before the evening parade
First Responders Circle Back over I94 on Stagecoach Road
Westbound I94 Traffic entering Minnesota being Greeted
Looking East Towards Wisconsin Welcoming West Bound I94 Traffic
View of Stonebridge Overpass looking north shortly before parade
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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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