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HD Cameras on Course

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  1. Brock Alexander
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    12/21/2014 6:12 AM
    Hey Guys!

    Do any of you use a GoPro or similar type camera to make "modern" instructional videos or provide visual feedback for your crew??
    We have a GoPro already, I am mainly interested in mounts and drones you are using. Just from brainstorming, we thought that a drone that could provide a birds eye view (straight down) might be best instead of having to film from different angles. Also, that particular view of the golf course could come in handy when summer time comes back around to see irrigation coverage, and cart traffic, or for a new way to communicate with the membership on course conditions. Any input would be greatly appreciated, thanks in advance.

    Brock Alexander
    Savannah, GA



  2. Larry Allan
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    12/21/2014 9:12 AM
    I have one of these http://www.dji.com/product/phantom-2

    Easy to fly, very stable and you have complete camera control using the remote control of the camera gimbal. Film vertically straight down or at any angle. I ve done promo flyovers, caught members with very poor etiquette and various other things. They are a great tool and toy



  3. Michael Rogers
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    12/23/2014 5:12 AM
    Hi Larry, How much does the machine and camera cost, please?

    Thanks Michael



  4. Andy Jorgensen
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    12/23/2014 7:12 AM
    We bought a GoPro using gift cards we got through Syngenta points. So far I have made only this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t2p5WS_CseQ. But, there are several Superintendent's that use them for way more stuff than I do. Check out Adam Garr's blog for Plum Hollow Golf Club @ http://www.phccgreens.blogspot.com for a sampling of how he uses his GoPro and quad copter for educating the members. Lots of cool videos.



  5. Brock Alexander
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    12/24/2014 5:12 AM
    Thanks for the help!



  6. Theodore Piersol
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    12/27/2014 9:12 PM



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