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Peter Smith

Just got my hands on a drone, and let me tell you, it's awesome (and way trickier than it looks!). I'm here to document my adventures in the sky, share epic aerial photos and videos (hopefully!), and learn alongside all you other drone newbies. We'll explore the coolest accessories, tackle those inevitable challenges (read: crash landings!), and figure out all the pitfalls together. Buckle up for some wobbly flights, stunning scenery, and maybe a few laughs along the way!
Drones

Heart Shaped Pond in my Mouth

  • By Peter Smith
  • April 20, 2024

Today, I test-flew my replacement drone at Hemlock Ravine Park, capturing aerial footage of its heart-shaped pond, while still mastering the controls and overcoming nervousness.

Tagged DJI Mini 4 Pro, Halifax Parks, Heart Shaped Pond, Hemlock Ravine Park
Drones

Buzz Buzz Buzz goes the Interference

  • By Peter Smith
  • April 18, 2024

On Sunday, the 14th of April, I took the drone to Africville (see map below) for its beautiful scenery. The wind conditions at home didn’t [Read More…]

Tagged Africville, DJI, DJI Mini 4 Pro, Halifax, History, Microphone
Applications

Drone Apps: Flight Restriction Guide

  • By Peter Smith
  • April 17, 2024

Drone pilots face numerous flight restrictions due to military and airport airspace. There are colour-coded maps available from the NRC and a mobile app to guide legality and category of operations. Lets take a look.

Accessories

Adding Audio to Drone Footage

  • By Peter Smith
  • April 16, 2024
  • 2 comments

Purchased a drone without realizing the need for audio; Opted for a cost-effective lavalier mic as a recording solution.

Tagged Audio, Lavalier Microphone, Microphone, Sound2 Comments on Adding Audio to Drone Footage
Drones

Papermill Lake

  • By Peter Smith
  • April 16, 2024

In Nova Scotia’s spring of RDFW, I flew my drone at Scott Saunders Park, capturing clear footage with my DJI Mini 4 Pro, despite initial challenges.

Tagged Active track 360, DJI, DJI Mini 4 Pro, Orbit
Drones

Trailing Me on the Trail

  • By Peter Smith
  • April 15, 2024
  • 1 comment

Early Wednesday morning, I took the drone to try out using the Active Track 360 mode to follow me, and see how it worked. This [Read More…]

Tagged Active track 360, DJI Mini 4 Pro1 Comment on Trailing Me on the Trail
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Take Off – To the Great White Bald Head!

  • By Peter Smith
  • April 15, 2024

Apologies to Bob and Doug McKenzie’s song for the rip off on of my title. I bought my drone at Best Buy on Tuesday, April [Read More…]

Tagged DJI, DJI Mini 4 Pro
Drones

Halidronia – Where I Drone On & On

  • By Peter Smith
  • April 15, 2024

As anyone who follows me on other social media will know, I recently bought a drone.  A DJI Mini 4 Pro to be precise. And [Read More…]

Tagged DJI, DJI Care Refresh, DJI Mini 4 Pro, Drone, Learning, Newbie

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