Crusing Russia February 10, 2009

Clint Denn presents Cruising Russia

Experience a spectacular voyage through the heart of Russia. We will travel the scenic and historic Russian waterways, along the Neva, across two of Europe's largest lakes, Lake Ladoga and Lake Onega, down the Volga-Baltic Waterway through river lockages, and on the historic Volga.

St. Petersburg holds the fascination of a time past. Created by Peter the Great to be his "window on Europe,", it is considered to be the cultural heart of modern Russia. Cruise the canals around the Church on Spilled Blood and visit Peterhof and its spectacular fountains. Visits to small towns and the enchanting Golden Ring cities of Yaroslavl, Kostroma and Uglich provide unique opportunities to delve into Russian culture. In Yaroslavl we will visit the Savior Monastery and Church of Elijah the Prophet. See local handcrafts in Kostroma. In Kitzhi we'll explore the exciting Museum of Wooden Architecture. In picturesque Uglich the Cathedral of the Transfiguration is a reverent and historic stop. We will join a Russian family home for breakfast, as well. At the samll farming town of Goritsy is the Assumption Monastery of St. Cyril on the White Lake.

Moscow brings a chance to experience the grandeur of Red Square and the Kremlin. It is a city of contrasta, with modern skyscrapers alongside ancient monnasteries. Beautiful churches and historic buildings are being restored to their former glory. The changing economy is bustling and offers exciting shops and street markets to explore. Witness the pageantry of the changing of the guard in Red Square. Marvel at the famous upscale GUM Department Store.

St. Petersburg

Hermitage Museum
Cathedral of Sts. Peter &Paul, the Tsars' tombs
Peterhof
Catherine Palace
Cossack Folk Dance Show
Mandrogi
Village arts and crafts
Historic village architecture
Lake Onega scenic cruise
Kizhi Island
Museum of Wooden Architecture
Intercession Church
Goritsy
Assumption Monastery of St Cyril
Yaroslavl
Exquisite lacquer boxes
Savior Transfiguration
Cathedral
Kostroma
Impatiev Monastery and bells
Volga River cruising
Uglich
Breakfast with Russian family
Cathedral of the Transfiguration
Moscow
Beautiful river views
The Metro
Red Square-changing of the guards
Red Square-St. Basil's Cathedral
GUM Department store
The Kremlin
Gardens, cafes &fountains
Moscow by night
National Folk Show

Travelogue Films

It’s more than a movie!

In-person narration, live and on stage, adds excitement and immediacy to every show. Hear firsthand accounts of speakers’ adventures as they take you with them for in-depth views of unique places and once-in-a-lifetime experiences. Meet them at intermission and after the show. Enjoy knowing some of the most seasoned travelers on the globe.

BAKERSFIELD ADULT SCHOOL
Cultural Studies Program
PRESENTS
THE NATION'S LEADING FILM PRODUCERS WITH LIVE NARRATION
OPEN FORUM TRAVEL
SERIES
PLACE: Bakersfield High School - Harvey Auditorium
1316 G Street
DAY: Tuesday
TIME: 3:30 p.m.-5:30p.m. & 7:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m.
For more information call: (661) 871-0146

Ticket Info: Free Admission

Clint Denn calls cruising “the only way to travel.”

He’s not talking about a Caribbean cruise but rather a trip to Russia by way of a cruise ship. Clint and his wife, Susan, took a cruise from St. Petersburg to Moscow on board a 360-foot ship last summer. The ship featured a 41-member crew and carried 150 passengers. Local guides were available for tours and Denn said that contrary to popular belief, Russians “really do like Americans.”

“Absolutely nothing we saw made us think any other way,” he said in a phone interview on Tuesday morning. “If you visited a bazaar, there was always someone who spoke English. We were stopped a couple of times with our cameras but it was only because they were curious about what we were doing.”

The Denns were, in fact, taking photos and capturing footage for a travelogue motion picture called “Cruising Russia — St. Petersburg to Moscow.”

“St. Petersburg is truly one of the most beautiful cities in the world,” he said.

While in Russia, the Denns visited some interesting cities and monasteries along the way.

“You’ll see the National Dance Revue and hear church choirs. There are bands everywhere you go,” he said. “It may surprise people that there is so much music in Russia.”

Clint has enjoyed careers in photography, acting, travel, writing and underwater adventures. He has been making travelogues, like this one, for 40 years and has 32 films, 12 of which are still shown at various events around the globe.

“We’ve been around the world a couple of times,” he said.

Susan, a retired Los Angeles schoolteacher, now travels with him.

“We have a small motor home now and just go around the country,” he said.