Dinosaur

Dinosaur basically has two parts, some fantastic scenery and a dinosaur quarry with a lot of big dinosaurs. This briefly covers both of them.
Tuesday 14th
Wind had dropped right off so I flew the plane. Video was not so impressive, the nose was up too hight this place would be much better at night. Was about to fly again when a german roled up (youtube desertdances). Got in a second flight, much better video this time. Then went out to view point at end of road (1 mile walk boasting the best view in any national park, and to be fair, when you get out the end, its not far off. The confluence of two huge canyons. You can also walk right out on the end of the peninsula. Very exposed. At one point the ridge cant have been more than 2m across. The german had left his car open and I had just closed it for him. Told him about this, had a chat and headed back (he had some v. nice video kit). Not so sure he trusted me though well we were the only humans down a 50 miles rd. Shortly after I got back, so did he. Hmmm he must have fair moved it! Back down the road to vistors center, and was told there was a tempory exhibit set up, but it was 40 miles back towards Vernal. Figures I should give it a go for Rays (comforts) sake. A small but fun exhibit. Got a poster correlated history of time for Ray. 20 bucks but what the heck. Back towards Grand Junction. Road goes over a pretty pass. Picked up a starbux for wifi. Spend about 5 hrs making 8minutes of video (3 vids total). Uploaded and headed on down at dusk to north rim of the black canyon of the Gunnison. The same road, at about the same time that last year I hit a big ass truck tire in the middle of the road. Also picked up at the starbux a load of mp3s of the bible. Quite fun listening to this. Difficult to see how people see the divine in this!
The road from the place north of Montrose to the north rim very winding and poor markings, a tiring and hazardous drive at night. Stopped in turn out just short of the park. After a little rest and recovery I decided, seeing Jupiter rise I should try to work some bugs out of the system. There was a 15mph wind that made the whole thing almost hopeless. However did catch the drive slipping every now and again. Hmm not sure what to do about that. Also tried some combos, like eyepiece projection (requires an exposure thats WAY too long). Just sticking the webcam on the back of the eyepiece worked out pretty well. I can see why people like them. Decided to pack up about 12ish, and no sooner was the scope half disassembled then the wind dropped to nothing. Boy did that get a disapproving look! Still packed up as there was a lot of fairly high cloud around. Took about half an hour. Slept well and with peace (very quiet).

[@violapie]

I remember going to those places when I was younger. Absolutely beautiful canyon and amazing visitor's center at the Dinosaur NP. I would definitely go back there in a heartbeat. Great vid, thanks for posting!

[@musicgeniusno1]

What an amazing place. Once again, too high! ha! Nice film from the plane & smooth landing too :)

[@NavariteAzuth]

most incredible, thanks tfoot for the beautiful sights without the not so beautiful exercise to walk there myself

[@AWWx2]

One of your best, I would say. Combining the geography, geology, and the plane flight as the frosting on your cake. Looking forward to Gunnison, as I have actually been there once.

[@redaaron8]

Simply amazing plane footage. Thanks for uploading.

[@SmoothRiker]

Wow, I had no idea that place even existed. It's gorgeous. I liked the flight as well.

[@chazdrumzalot]

Absolutely stunning. Some of the geological elements remind me of Death Valley.

[@criskity]

Thanks for sharing your trip! Beautiful!

[@AuntieDiluvian]

Gee - the Great Flood strikes again! Awe-inspiringly beautiful.

[@farvision]

You can buy a small piece of foam that you put over your microphone that will stop the wind noise. You might be able to do this with even a bit of cloth. This would improve the sound quality a lot I think. Very nice trip, thanks for taking us (virtually) along!

[@Cephalochordata]

Awesome view, thanks for sharing it.

[@Squagnut]

Good to see your landing technique hasn't changed since last year! Keep 'em coming dude.

[@TurkishKB]

Awesome! Thunderf00t you rock! Thanks for the vids. Your devotion to education is the greatest.

[@bujin1977]

Awesome scenery. I really will have to visit America at some point. Not sure about standing on that ridge though - I hate heights!!!

[@frankenblunt]

I hope you plan on stopping by Red Rocks and Royal Gorge CO! Great vids!

[@scicoe]

Outstanding wievs, werry nice video.

[@thekbshouse]

Absolutely beautiful views.

[@Spook13]

Love your work mate keep it up.

[@NaomiClareNL]

Scary moment there filming straight down both sides! Nice video series btw!

[@bensy010]

thankyou! I only hope to experience that myself one day. you have inspired me to explore the wilderness near where i live. might try to create some vids as well. keep up the good work.

[@DoogieTalons]

man I'm glad I subscribed to this channel. Safe journey TF

[@jasason10]

Thanks TFo0T ......I feel like I'm right there with ya! Great job!

[@Fjarhultian]

The steg looks like a power-ranger. :p

[@faab007]

Very nice video, that ledge u were on really looked fragile :P

[@saxmanchiro]

Man, I love this channel. Thanks, TF

[@culrigo]

Again, thank for sharing

[@Mjhavok]

That is some epic scenery.

[@sp4maerie]

Truely Breathtaking.

[@TheTachy0n]

such a beautiful place

[@idothings100]

Great stuff, keep it coming.

[@brinnmilo]

I have been looking forward to this all year =)

[@arcooke]

Wow, what an incredible view

[@isegoria1]

While you are on the roam have you considered a stop in the Valley of Fire? The view is one that does not disappoint ever.

[@algreen1]

loving these videos

[@ReverendAtomSmasher]

The double punch. Ray Comfort's head would explode with logic.

[@someonesperson]

love these videos

[@Bloodrazor666]

You should check out the Alberta badlands some time, really beautiful region and the Royal Tyrrell Museum of Palaeontology at Drumheller is quite good.

[@andr0oS]

Incredible views, indeed.

[@debbieomi]

Don't forget to wrap that poster for Ray in a big bow. :-)

[@sheepwshotguns]

we need to go hit the museum the next time you're in chicago :) do you drink beer? cause i think i owe you one. keep up the great vid's man!

[@philhellenes]

Like Mars...but with shrubbery, and a river, and a thick atmosphere. But you know what I mean. :)

[@SLAPPAYURFACE]

Oh my, beautiful.

[@RexFordVII]

Holy shit. That's incredible.

[@toml2676]

BRILLIANT!

[@VelcroBanana]

If you ever get a chance visit Drumheller in Alberta (Canada), great Dino country.

[@pjpitstop]

Wow!

[@ReverendAtomSmasher]

Amazing....

[@abruemmer77]

wow!

[@ObakeOnna]

He did see a bunch of dinosaurs flying in the air singing, though. :)

[@TheFishDimension]

Ah.... touche!

[@CousinoMacul]

You are the lizard king. :-P That's a beautiful canyon! Tf00t, Which is more of a passion for you: geology or astronomy? I'm just curious.

[@เจษฎาภรณ์ขันแก้ว-ฐ1ฃ]

Wow ว่าว เก่งมาก

[@Mattinmotion]

View from the peninsula was insane.

[@Pulseczar1]

His plane landings always seem so rough. :)

[@LeftEyeless]

Cool

[@LesterBrunt]

I'm jealous!

[@Rocky183]

Damn, I hope you don't fall!

[@distancerunner]

Neat- thank you

[@utoad9]

Be careful...looks like the first step might be a doozy!

[@Pulseczar1]

Yeah, I think it's probably so windy in the mountains there that it's very difficult to land without crashing.

[@ReverendAtomSmasher]

You should. We'd love to have you! :-)

[@SSEDummyPlug]

Inmylifealive said: "haha you got a funny car... don't know what it is... but it is funny XD" First impression: Nissan Bluebird U13 =P

[@Joseph565112]

I got to be honest, I would be a little more concerned of a rock slipping out from under me, or a strong breeze than you were.

[@FriendlyCougar]

Ray Comfort has no idea what's coming for him.

[@Skantaq]

I'd guess geology but I wonder if you'll get a reply, he's a busy man. Like Santa :P

[@TheFishDimension]

It's cool you saw a small dinosaur looking thing at dinosaur. Tho I know dinosaurs were not lizzards.

[@320iguy]

yeah, its like that!

[@unquenchablefire]

You really need to get a wind filter for your camera mike, tfoot.

[@deRoyLight]

I'm running out of stars for you thunderf00t =]

[@3101010]

thanks

[@isegoria1]

Correction "Valley of Fires" - Like in New Mexico

[@farvision]

A $250 fine in 1951 - might be a lot more now!

[@FlowCell]

If the creationists insist that the flood caused all of these canyon channels, how exactly did all of those sedimentary layers form first?

[@Jegermeister0]

lol, formed in about 5 minutes... xD

[@Sarge084]

And they were going to flood that, good job someone saw the criminality in destroying that wonderful place. Mmmm, if only you were doing that journey next year. I really want to do that journey now.

[@Kujien]

You're right there isn't any.

[@goodrob1985]

you like your uplift

[@Rad_Crab]

Geez, I'd love to take my girl out to see that

[@Kovenant675]

i swear, you remind me of roger waters...

[@WhichDoctor1]

By all the gods! Nothing should be that big! Its ridiculous. And I thought Snowdon was impressive.

[@theeyeisblind]

haha yeah i've only seen 1 that wasn't and it was earlier in the trip

[@ripgoku]

a big flood did it !!!! jajajjajja nature is a beauty too bad people give credit to the nonexistent one jajaja

[@ehuus0000]

Nope, hes got a lot of praying tooo do.

[@misokatsu99]

Don't drop it!

[@jotape1960]

A giant disaster, as the Biblical flood, can not say any about how it was BEFORE. According to the Bible, the disaster re-ordered ALL. In other words, the landscape before the flood was full different from the today landscape. The sedimentation process has had more than one explanation from the creationism side. If you're really interesting about, I can give you some books to read.

[@C0ct0pusPrime]

need to work on your landings tfoot ;)

[@mark0032]

lol still need to work on them landings eh.

[@jtbovis]

Leave your deity and dogma out of the comments please. Just enjoy the video :O

[@Twisted_Logic]

lol ;-)

[@aaron4820]

think if it was a real plane it would have been called a crash :)

[@wwickeddogg]

Well if that is not proof that god exists, there isn't any.

[@cyberdemon107]

phnar phnar

[@pravinmb]

hey. im interested to know your opinion actually. call me a troll all you want. whats your position?

[@trekimonster]

correct, there isn't any.

[@216trixie]

This vid. typifies Colorado....Beautiful geography, but only two, dull, boring colors...A drab green, and a boring brown...That's it..The whole state.

[@charbroiledmonk1033]

That dont look like dinosaur that look like canyon. Maybe dinosaur wiped out by fludd. God Bless You sinners me pray for you. jk, can't wait to see you wreck Comfort.

[@wwickeddogg]

Your argument is unfortunately unsound and invalid, but it mainly fails because I don't believe in hell, only children believe in fairy tales.