Tag: Frontierland

Big Al Sings

Posted on by Scott Thomas
I give myself self-assignments all the time. On my last trip to Walt Disney World, I wanted to get better photos of the Country Bear Jamboree show than I have in the past. Unfortunately, Lisa had not yet published her excellent guide on how to use a Point and Shoot camera to best photograph the … Continue reading "Big Al Sings"
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Splash Mountain Part Two

Posted on by Jack Spence
We all know that Song of the South and Splash Mountain were based on the characters of Joel Chandler Harris. But most of us don’t know the background story that the Imagineers gave this fabled mountain. Legend has it that deep in the “New-nited States of Georgia,” live critters that walk and talk in the … Continue reading "Splash Mountain Part Two"
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Splash Mountain Part One

Posted on by Jack Spence
As I so often do, I must start today’s blog back at Disneyland. And to begin the story of Splash Mountain, I must first discuss the Carousel of Progress. By 1970, this transplant from the New York World’s Fair was experiencing a decline in attendance. General Electric, the attraction’s sponsor, felt that the majority of … Continue reading "Splash Mountain Part One"
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Where in the World #126

Posted on by Barrie Brewer
This was Challenge #125: And here’s the answer: Copyright © 2009 Barrie Brewer, Nikon D300, 18-200VR, 4/10s shutter, f/8, ISO 1000 Next time you’re in the Briar Patch merchandise shop, be sure to look up at the living quarters by the ceiling. Wouldn’t it be fun to hang out up there and watch all the … Continue reading "Where in the World #126"
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Where in the World #122

Posted on by Barrie Brewer
This was Challenge #121: And here’s the answer: Copyright © 2008 Barrie Brewer, Nikon D300, 18-200VR, 1/2500s shutter, f/3.5, ISO 200 A lot of you recognized the smoke stack of the Liberty Belle from Frontierland in the Magic Kingdom. This old sternwheeler makes its way around the Rivers of America to give guests a taste … Continue reading "Where in the World #122"
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Have a Seat in Walt Disney World – Part 1

Posted on by Jack Spence
Anyone who has ever visited a theme park knows that it doesn’t take very long before your feet begin to hurt and your back begins to ache. Most of us just don’t spend that much time walking — and standing — anymore. We often tucker out quickly. So it’s no surprise that Disney has placed … Continue reading "Have a Seat in Walt Disney World – Part 1"
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Country Bears Jamboree – Magic Kingdom

Posted on by Scott Thomas
Country Bear portraits hanging in Grizzly Hall.Nikon D70/18-200VR, 1/60s, f/4, 250 ISO, +0.3 EV, 28mm focal length When visting Frontierland in the Magic Kingdom, I make it a point to stop by and see the Country Bear Jamboree. The first major attraction to premier at Walt Disney World before later debuting at Disnelyand and Toyko … Continue reading "Country Bears Jamboree – Magic Kingdom"
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Disney Pic of the Week – Frontierland

Posted on by Barrie Brewer
Frontierland is best described by Walt Disney himself – “Here we experience the story of our country’s past… the colorful drama of frontier America in the exciting days of the covered wagon and the stage coach, the advent of the railroad and the romantic riverboat. Frontierland is a tribute to the faith, courage and ingenuity … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week – Frontierland"
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Raft Pilot

Posted on by Scott Thomas
Cast Member Anthony pilots a raft from Tom Sawyer Island back to the Magic Kingdom.Nikon D70/18-200VR, 1/500s, f/8, ISO 200, EV -0.3, 18mm Focal Length There’s only one way to get over to Tom Sawyer Island which is by free floating motorized rafts piloted by Cast Members trained to handle the tricky watercraft. On my … Continue reading "Raft Pilot"
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