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Ham the astrochimp: hero or casualty of NASA?
Before Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin went to space and stepped foot on the moon, a chimpanzee named Ham was the hero of the spaceflight. Just before Soviet cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin’s pioneering flight, Ham became the first primate in space. Ham and fellow “astrochimps” were trained to pull levers and prove it was physically possible to pilot the Project Mercury spacecraft. Ham is now buried in Alamogordo, New Mexico. Where we explored his final resting place and take you on a journey of the ups and downs of his life. So come along with us as we pay our respects to Ham the Astrochimp
Touring The Hotel That Inspired The Shining Novel and Movie
The Stanley is a historic hotel and is best known as The Shining Hotel. Because it was the inspiration for Stephen King’s novel and movie “The Shining.” The Stanley Hotel is perched on a hill above Estes Park, Colorado. It is located approximately an hour and half north of Denver, Colorado. And is a prefect place for an overnight stay. So come along with us as we walk The Stanley grounds and tour this local Colorado gem.
Native American woman rescued from California Channel Island
Did you know the Island of the Blue Dolphins. San Nicolas Island is considered the most remote of California's Channel Islands off the coast of Ventura, California. Archaeological evidence suggests it was occupied by humans for at least 10,000 years. The island holds the true story of "The Lone Woman of San Nicolas Island" and the fate of Native Americans who lived on the island. The story is told in the 1960s children's novel "Island of the Blue Dolphins," by Scott O'Dell. The book is about a young woman named Karana. Who was stranded and alone on the island for almost two decades before being taken to the mainland by ship, only to find her people were not there. In this video we tell the true story and fate about this woman, who was named Juana Maria by her rescuers. And where you can find her final resting place.
The Spanish Flu - Remembering the Phye Family
This is the historical story about a Weld County family of eight who lost there fight with the Spanish Flu between October 30 and November 9, 1918. 103 years ago, the Spanish Flu raged through Weld County and Colorado. Eight members of the Phye family did not survive the week after being exposed to the flu. We visited the historical Colorado cemetery where they all are laid to rest. During our visit we remember the family through their historical story.
We Were Surprised to Find These Items in the National Museum of Nuclear Science & History
We went on a tour of the National Museum of Nuclear Science & History in Albuquerque, New Mexico to explore some of the household materials and products that could be emitting low levels of radiation. We will also talk about the Radium Girls who unknowingly were exposed to radium while making airplane dials and other household items that glowed in the dark. And their short lived fated.
The Garden of the Gods Secret Castle
We explored the hidden Glen Eyrie Castle in The Garden of the Gods in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Hidden amongst The Garden of the Gods in Colorado Springs, Colorado, is a historical castle called Glen Eyrie Castle. Glen Eyrie is an English Tudor-style castle built in 1871 by General William Palmer. Who happens to be the founder of the beautiful city of Colorado Springs. Come along as we explore and walk the historical grounds of the castle that is hidden between the red rock of The Garden of the Gods.
Come See the Old World Charm of Santa Fe, New Mexico
Colorado Martini takes many road trips to Santa Fe, New Mexico. A place very close to our hearts. Come along with us on one of our many road trips, as we take you on a stroll through the iconic Santa Fe Plaza area of Downtown Santa Fe, New Mexico. We will show you our favorite restaurants where you can get famous New Mexico style food; plaza street vendors, historical churches, and The Plaza itself. The video is a combination of road trips during the winter and summer months in Santa Fe, New Mexico.
The National Park You Never Heard of - Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument
Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument, in Colorado is just outside of Colorado Springs, Colorado and Cripple Creek, Colorado. It sits in a beautiful grassy mountain valley in central Colorado and is one of the richest and most diverse fossil deposits in the world. Petrified redwood stumps up to 14 feet wide and thousands of fossils of insects and plants reveal the story of a very different, prehistoric Colorado history. A great day trip from Colorado Springs Colorado or Cripple Creek Colorado.
Riding the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad in Winter
Come on a winter historical train ride with us in Durango, Colorado. The Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad has got to be the most spectacular train ride in the country. We traveled to Durango, Colorado to explore this historic train so we could explore the cars, see the amazing views, and stopped to play in the snow and have a picnic lunch. Come along on for a ride aboard the Polar Express.
Space Is The Final Frontier - How The Space Program Has Affected This Scientist
NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston, Texas is one of the birth places of the NASA space program. A program that had a profound affect on many lives. With the recent launch of Blue Origin with Captain Kirk (William Shatner) and other non-trained astronauts, we cannot forget those who got us to this point in science. Come along with a scientist, as she gets emotional when she sees the Saturn V for the first time. A piece of history and engineering that had an affect on her life as a kid. Not to mention the reason she became a scientist.
The America Civil War Battle You Never Heard of - Come on a Tour
Did you know there is an American Civil War battlefield named The Gettysburg of the West by historians and history buffs in New Mexico? It sits on the old Route 66 in Northern New Mexico. This Civil War Battlefield is just east of Santa Fe, New Mexico and is a must see. In this video we visit the historical American Civil War battlefield that lies within and outside the Pecos National Historical Park. Just a short day trip from Santa Fe or Albuquerque, New Mexico on an old portion of Route 66 now highway 50. A must see on while road tripping in the USA.
The Historical Black American Ghost Town of Dearfield, Colorado
The little known Colorado ghost town of Dearfield was a town that was settled by Black Americans in the beginning of the 20th century. This is the rarely told story of Colorado’s Black American homesteaders who dreamed to create a "colony" for African Americans in the prairie of Colorado. Dearfield is now a ghost town about 65 miles northeast of Denver, Colorado. Come explore the ghost town with us as we tell the history of this little known ghost town that is part of American Black history. A story and place that should be preserved and never forgotten.
New Mexico’s Best-Kept Secret: Exploring El Rancho de Las Golondrinas
When traveling to New Mexico, are you looking for something things to do? We suggest you explore the Santa Fe, New Mexico attraction El Rancho de las Golondrinas. Which is only 15 miles south of downtown Santa Fe, New Mexico and 45 minutes north of Albuquerque, New Mexico. The 200 acres living history ranch, El Rancho de Las Golondrinas is the site that was once a stop on the El Camino Real and now is an immersive Southwest living history ranch of the 1700s and 1800s. So come along with us as we explore this wonderful place that you should never miss while visiting Santa Fe and Albuquerque, New Mexico.
The Mysterious Story Behind the Denver Botanical Gardens
During the day the Denver Botanical Garden’s beauty surpasses the rest. Maybe because the dirt has compost like no other. Because this is the site of the long-forgotten Mount Calvary Catholic Cemetery and other sections of another cemetery that is now Cheesman Park in Denver. Like its next-door neighbor, Cheesman Park, several coffins were left behind. So come along with us as we dare to go to the Denver Botanical Gardens after dark and conjured courage to walk the dark paths and tour the haunted Ware mansion after hours. When you are in the Denver area, make sure to visit the Denver Botanical Gardens when in Denver. They have amazing tours and gardens to walk every day.
A Lily Lake Hike and Seven Keys Inn in Estes Park, Colorado
Lily Lake is a hop skip and a jump from Estes Park, Colorado. But is inside the boundaries of Rocky Mountain National Park in Colorado. The hike is easy and prefect for families. What is unique about this RMNP alpine lake, is you do not have to go through the Rocky Mountain National Park entrance to access the lake. But you do need to purchase a park pass. My favorite thing about the lake is it an easy accessible hike with specular views. We will also will also show you the unique wildlife in the lake and tour the hidden Seven Keys Lodge right next to Lily Lake. A lodge that most visitors to the lake miss.
The Ultimate Monster Maker in Denver, Colorado
Distortions Monster World by Distortions Unlimited in Denver, Colorado is a prefer place to visit during the Halloween season. Distortion Unlimited manufacturing company has been "Making Monsters" since 1978 and are based out of Greeley, Colorado. They design and develop animatronics, props, masks, costumes and displays for a variety of customers. You most likely have seen their creations used by Halloween events, theme parks, haunted houses, and horror movie. They have setup an "art" exhibit or monster museum, if you will, in downtown Denver, Colorado called Distortions Monster World. Where you can find a series of cinematic environments that immerse you into an environment of creatures and characters. Many you’ll recognize from music, film, T.V., and your favorite haunted attractions. Come along with us as we take you on a tour of Distortions Monster World this Halloween season.
Where to Find Estes Park Elk and Rocky Mountain National Park Wildlife
Do you want to see wildlife in the in the Rocky Mountains , but you just do not know where to look? The Colorado Martini crew spends a lot of time in Estes Park, Colorado and Rocky Mountain National Park because of its beautiful scenery and abundant Rocky Mountain wildlife. But it all depends on the time of year and place when can find elk, moose, wild turkey, Lily Lake Tiger Salamanders, bighorn sheep. In this video we countdown to our favorite places to see the Estes Park elk and Rocky Mountain National Park wildlife. We highly recommend you watch our video on RMNP Time Entry. Or you might not get into RMNP when you would like.
The Peak to Peak Highway's Fall Foliage
Looking for some of the best fall foliage road trips near Denver, Colorado? Well you will find it on the Peak to Peak Highway (CO-7) between Nederland and Estes Park, Colorado. In this video, we take you on our favorite fall colors road trip between Boulder, and Estes Park, Colorado. We will go over some autumn facts, place to see and things to do along the way. So come along with us as we travel one of the best fall foliage roads in Colorado.
The Jack O' Lantern History and The Magic of the Jack O’ Lantern at Hudson Gardens
We tell the History of Jack O' Lanterns, while visiting the event The Magic of the Jack O’ Lantern at Hudson Gardens in Littleton, Colorado. Overview: There is a new Halloween event that has been lighting up towns and cities across the USA. The open aired illumination of thousands of Jack-o-lanterns can be found along walking paths, forests, and even lakesides. These magical Halloween events are delighting adults and children alike. We had the pleasure of attending Denver-based Thirteenth Floor Entertainment Group’s media debut night at the Magic of the Jack O’ Lanterns at Hudson Gardens in Littleton, Colorado. The month-long event has 5000 amazing hand-carved pumpkins lighting the way and grounds as far as the eyes can see. So, come along with us as we walk through one of these brilliant Halloween events and talk about the amazing history of the Jack- ‘o-Lantern and the deal that was made with the devil.
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