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CUBATrekk 2023
These are some photos from my recently completed CubaTrekk 2023. This was my last visit to complete research for upcoming book and the journey included two provinces – La Habana and Matanzas. LA HABANA People Casa Particulares Casa Particulares are accommodations in private residences. Most are those properties where the owner has converted apartment type…
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Santa Barbara Day Trip – Amtrak Starlight Route
The day trip included trekking out to the historic Stearn Pier/Wharf
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The Famous Hollywood Sign Turns 100
These are a few shots from the drone capturing the famous Hollywood sign and includes lake Hollywood.
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TOS ’23 Drone Footage
This is some raw (unedited) drone (aerial) footage shot showcasing the 18th annual Taste of Soul (TOS) which was on October 21, 2023 in South Los Angeles. The event has morphed in popularity as the event takes over historic Crenshaw Blvd. (known as the current Black business street) from Stocker Blvd. and goes north to…
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The Bee Hive – Los Angeles
The mural in the cover photo was completed in 2022 by BMike Odums and Whitney Alix and depicts young Emmit Till and his mother Mamie Mobley. The Bee Hive is a creative space located in South Los Angeles at 60th Street between Central Avenue & Avalon Street. It is used for a variety of purposes…
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San Diego day trek
We spent three days for a brief day trek to San Diego. Our mode of transportation was Amtrak from Union Station. Having made many journey’s to San Diego we decided to venture into something new and visited Barrio Logan. A community known for its rich Mexican culture and its Chicano legacy. We stayed in downtown…
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Protected: Jett & Onyx – a little outing at Craig Regional Park – Sept. 22, 2023
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EastcoastTrekk 2023 – Foodie Excursion
Part of our trek is combining a foodie excursion. Listed below are some of the places we visited. My rating is included which is between 1 -10 (1 being lowest or worse and 10 being highest or best) Baltimore Rita’s (8) Rita’s is a known chain specializing in shaved ice. They are prominent on the…
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Amtrak
To make this trekk work financially, we needed to cobble our transportation. Amtrak was our option and actually worked out better than projected. Some dismiss Amtrak but we like it because it allows us to explore the underbelly of the U.S. The trains are very functional and the seating is very comfortable, as a matter…
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Jackie Robinson Museum – Manhattan, NY – my first visit a few pics
The Jackie Robinson museum opened last August. Much has been chronicled about his life. The venue is impeccable and even though his story is well known, it offers even the most intellectual some new items. A great complement to the museum is a gift store which is well-stocked and ready for those who treasure gifts…
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International African-American Museum – Charleston, SC – some pics from my first visit
Our group of historians have been waiting several years for the International African-American Museum to open. We were geared up to be part of the inaugural group in Jan. 2023, only to be disappointed as the opening was postponed. No worries, as things do happen. We finally were able to wrap a visit as part…
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1963 March on Washington – 60th anniversary & sights around DC
Many ask why keep marching? Some proclaim nothing or very little has changed. Education and awareness is everything. People must be reminded of the specific tenet of marching. It is a non-violent tool to bring awareness to issues. It is after a march that a call to action is made for public engagement and part…
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Night shot – Music Center, Gloria Molina Grand Park & City Hall
These aerial shots were captured from my DJI Mavic Air2S drone.
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Isla Intersections – Cargo Shipping containers converted for housing – 54 units earmarked for Homeless Angelenos
Shipping containers have caught the eye of many property developers as a low-cost option in creating affordable housing. This property is located at Broadway & Imperial Highway in South Los Angeles.
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Fanatics Merch Madness Gear Give-Away supporting Drugs & Crime Free Youth Foundation, hosted by Bryant Temple AME Church
On June 27, 2023 Fanatics sports pulled out all of the merch for a community give-away. Throngs of people showed up in Leimert Park on the corner of 4th Avenue and Vernon. These are a few aerial shots taken by Fred Thomas, III – FAA Certified Drone Pilot
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Los Angeles and the Nation celebrates Juneteenth
Scene shot (DJI Mavic Air2S) northwest showing downtown cityscape.
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Protected: Reginald Sean Thomas “Reggie” – Celebration of Life – June 12, 2023
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Protected: Sunday Family Dinner at the Harvard Compound 6.11.23
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Aruba ’23 – Foodie Excursion
No trek is complete without experiencing the local food. My style is rather basic/local than being flamboyant or stylish restaurants. TO SEE COMPLETE TREK PHOTOS CLICK HERE
Photo Gallery of Fred Thomas, III
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