My letter to those opposing the "Whitewater Wind Farm"

Dear Opponents of Fayette County's Wind Farm.

I am 37 years old, born and raised here in Fayette county, and a current resident. During the last 37 years I can put earmarks on notable times in our history where we triumphed, and times where we have failed. It is my belief that when Carbon Motors failed, the spirit of the community was crushed, and since then hundreds have moved away. While THOUSANDS of dollars were given to a fruitless WAR against drugs, in lieu of treatment. Our youth have been left with very few options. They either have to MOVE or STAY and struggle through limited options. This brings me to my actual point.

The Whitewater Wind Farm. Innovation into the future, and stepping out of our towns troubled past and growing. It is notable that most of the "Scientific Claims" made by the billboards on our main street, are false and not supported with actual scientific evidence. It is simply one person opinion, and that person does not speak for the majority of the people. My generation is frustrated due to our voices not being heard, and we are rapidly approaching 40. Our children are teenagers, toddlers and in Grade school. Some of us have no option but to stay due to our financial demographic. Imagine being voiceless because you do not have the money or resources to be heard.

Allowing a "Wind Farm" to be constructed in our community would allow for a multitude of opportunities. First would be the people being given a sense of HOPE, that their town isn't doomed to be forgotten and that opportunity is on the horizon. This also sends a message to other "Green Industries" that Fayette county is the place to set up shop. We have MILLIONS of square feet of abandoned industrial space, that used to house 1000's of jobs, that are no longer in existence. Imagine if those buildings were filled, the people would come back, and Connersville could be restored to its former glory. With that comes more residents, more federal funding, grants, our education system would improve, and SMALL businesses would FLOURISH. More money means more for everyone, not just the ones who already have. Remember, there are thousands of kids who are YET to even think about their future. Let them have a chance to stay, and help our community grow.

I am 100% for the construction of the "Whitewater Wind Farm", because I am a single parent who wants his child to grow up in a flourishing, successful Connersville, Indiana. THIS is home to us, and we wish for it to REMAIN home to us.

The following photos are from Randolph County, Indiana. Proving the windmills do NOT spook horses or make them sick. Maybe Horses just DO NOT CARE.

A Brief Walk through "Mary Grey Bird Sanctuary"

The place:
Mary Gray Bird Sanctuary

3499 S Bird Sanctuary Rd, Connersville, IN 47331
(765) 827-5109

If you would like to learn MORE about the Sanctuary and 

Donate to the Indiana Audubon Society, click the link below.

MORE INFORMATION HERE

Today was one of those days where we were not sure if we could beat the rain or not. In lieu of sitting in our house, playing video games, and being bored we opted to chance it. So my son and myself grabbed our cameras, extra batteries, memory cards, and hit the road. 

Our destination was the "Mary Gray Bird Sanctuary."

For as long as I can remember this has been a place of tranquility for years. Going back to when I was a teenager and I wanted to take my GF somewhere we could just talk, not hear traffic, sirens, and what we call "The City". Our little group would congregate there for late night discussions of the latest 90's album, band, or video on MTV. (Yes, back then we didn't have the Internet at out disposal, this was out Internet and social networking.)

I am an avid photographer. It is not just my job, but it is my passion and Hobby. This is my source of happiness. From taking pictures of clouds, insects, crushed beer cans to family portraits. This is a hobby I have passed onto my middle son, and his style has become very similar to mine. After I looked through his photos I noticed that we both had taken pictures of the same things, in the same way, and was not aware we were both doing such.

What follows is a pictorial of our short walk through the sanctuary. 

This is only s PORTION of what there is to see and walk. 

We had to beat the rain, and it quite literally started raining once we reached the car. 

Enjoy our little adventure. 

(Click any image to see the larger version of it.)

The following pictures were taken by my 12 yr old son Silas. He has learned by going with me on shoots, and productions. He has a wonderful eye for the beauty in nature.

Thank you for looking at our pictures and sharing in our "Beat The Rain" hike.

We recommend that you come and behold the beauty and serenity yourself.

Thanks again, Sincerely... The Corbin's

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John Conner Nature Preserve (Trails and Scenery)

In my last post about the "Nature Preserve", I was a bit verbal about the situation at hand. Today 9-23-2014, I met with some friends to walk the trails and photograph a positive aspect of the park. 

Also, it looked as if someone had been down there cleaning up a little bit.
THANK YOU to whomever took it upon themselves to do this.

When you first enter the park to the left will be gravel parking, and a sign that says 
"Walking Trails Only".
These trails are for pedestrian traffic only.
No vehicles, bicycles, cars, just humans walking through the woods. 

The trails are wide open and very clear. There are paths that come out by a river bank, to the main lake, and to the alternate parking area. (The area next to the path entrance.)

Don't worry about getting lost. 

Once you walk the trails a few times, you will know your way around them. There are signs pointing you in the direction you need to go. However, a few are laying down on the side of the trails. I am sure they will be repaired soon.

As you can see the trails are VERY wide and neatly mowed. 

This makes for a very pleasant and comfortable walk.

Once again, we are still in town but transported away from it all, if only for a moment.

Follow the trails to the left to take yourself to the River. There is a river edge that is accessible via the trails. The view is great, there are tree roots that make terrific seats, and it is shaded. This is most definitely a good "rest stop" if you're walking the trails for exercise and over long periods.

If you see this view below, then you are at the "rest stop",

There are also hills, and tress that go on and on for miles. The trees, the sky and the light all come together beautifully. 

The following pictures were taken at "The Rest Stop". 

There are benches to rest at as well.

The trails are designed to be very relaxing and calm.

Some people walk their dogs on the trails. My personal experience has been that all of the dogs were friendly. I have even photographed a few of them. 

(I like to photograph random dogs)

In the middle of an open area sits this GIANT tree.
Towering over anything and everything around it.

A Random Monarch is spotted.

As we're walking you start to see more and more signs that summer is gone.

Today was "officially" the first day of Autumn.

The trails are fairly quiet, relaxing and welcoming.

There are benches, picnic tables, and areas to sit, talk and unwind.

Bring your guitar, a picnic lunch, take the kids for a walk, photographers bring your cameras.

Get out there and enjoy this now before winter sets in and we have to wait 3 months.

BEFORE YOU GO:

The woods are shaded so the temperature will drop once you enter the trails. There are spots that are open and the sun shines in, pending there isn't an over cast. Bring a jacket if it is already cool outside. Also, if you are going to be walking for awhile, bring water. One or two bottle should do for a 2-3 hour journey. Wear some sort of insect repellent, I heard dryer sheets work against mosquito's. The bugs aren't always a factor, but it is better to be prepared. Bring a back pack, stuff all this stuff int it, and you're good to go. 

If it isn't for you, you can be back to your car in 5 minutes from the river "Rest Stop".

(Map coming soon)