Matusalem Posted February 6, 2008 Share Posted February 6, 2008 I just had a thought, maybe some of you here could offer insight. This morning, I was pawing through a number of 'beachcams' on the net. What would it take to set up a camera, or a couple of camers at a variety of locations such a s Ft.Zach, Mallory Sqare, etc? I know it would require mainly a cumputer to act as a server, and access to a internet cable line. Would it be possible for atttendees of PIP to pay for the cable service? Would it even be worth it? I didn't make it last year but it might be interesting if there could be some on-line hijinks (staged or spontaneous) on a webpage. just a thought. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hurricane Posted February 6, 2008 Share Posted February 6, 2008 There's already web cams all over Key West, including Mallory Square, Duval, Hogsbreath, the marina... etc. But, as far as I know, there's not one at the fort. But connectivity could be a bit more pragmatic out there since Wi-Fi is extremely spotty. But that's Harry's area. Great idea!!!! -- Hurricane -- Hurricane ______________________________________________________________________ http://piratesofthecoast.com/images/pyracy-logo1.jpg Captain of The Pyrates of the Coast Author of "Memoirs of a Buccaneer: 30 Year Before the Mast" (Published in Fall 2011) Scurrilous Rogue Stirrer of Pots Fomenter of Mutiny Bon Vivant & Roustabout Part-time Carnival Barker Certified Ex-Wife Collector Experienced Drinking Companion "I was screwed. I readied my confession and the sobbing pleas not to tell my wife. But as I turned, no one was in the bed. The room was empty. The naked girl was gone, like magic." "Memoirs of a Buccaneer: 30 Years Before the Mast" - Amazon.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michaelsbagley Posted February 7, 2008 Share Posted February 7, 2008 That is a really cool idea... Taking the idea a baby step forward... If such a setup partially exists or is created, would we be able to get our hands on the footage? Just thinking for next years video. It could be a good additional source for whomever decides to take on that noble task next year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
William Brand Posted February 7, 2008 Share Posted February 7, 2008 Actually I've been discussing that with a friend out of New York. He does a live cam for a convention every year and he does a ten second frame shot the whole time which produces a great time lapse video of the whole event. Even if the wi-fi proves to be spotty next year, we could still do the time lapse with the proper equipment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Misson Posted February 7, 2008 Share Posted February 7, 2008 Something like this view? http://www.callahandigitalart.com/photocar...viewImage=14752 "I am so clever that sometimes I don't understand a single word of what I am saying.” -Oscar Wilde "If we all worked on the assumption that what is accepted is really true, there would be little hope of advance." -Orville Wright Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
William Brand Posted February 7, 2008 Share Posted February 7, 2008 Exactly. It would need to be a shielded setup, of course, but it is very plausible. Dong one down at the encampments becomes a logistical nightmare, so that's out. It would be nice to have a camera on a pivoting mount, so that we could record some of the field battle, but I think that an angle showing the parade grounds would provide the best overall shot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Jim Posted February 7, 2008 Share Posted February 7, 2008 I should propose two cameras, one as noted and the other pointed out at the battle area with a wide enough view to capture the sunset, passing ships and perhaps pyrates taking in the sunset as well. You could mount it on "Rusty" the sculpture. My occupational hazard bein' my occupation's just not around... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry Posted February 8, 2008 Share Posted February 8, 2008 The "pyrate cam" would be a great addition to the event! I'll do some checking on this end to learn how we can make this happen. ------- Fort Taylor Pyrate Fest MySpace Page Master Hairbone's MySpace Page ------- There is no more equitable judge than a cannon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
William Brand Posted February 8, 2008 Share Posted February 8, 2008 I'm working on a panoramic view of the fort and the surrounding grounds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capt. Sterling Posted February 13, 2008 Share Posted February 13, 2008 Doing one down at the encampments becomes a logistical nightmare, so that's out. Thank goodness, would like some privacy. "I being shot through the left cheek, the bullet striking away great part of my upper jaw, and several teeth which dropt down the deck where I fell... I was forced to write what I would say to prevent the loss of blood, and because of the pain I suffered by speaking."~ Woodes Rogers Crewe of the Archangel http://jcsterlingcptarchang.wix.com/creweofthearchangel# http://creweofthearchangel.wordpress.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
William Brand Posted February 13, 2008 Share Posted February 13, 2008 Doing one down at the encampments becomes a logistical nightmare, so that's out. Thank goodness, would like some privacy. ...but you camp with Billy and Maddogge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capt. Sterling Posted February 13, 2008 Share Posted February 13, 2008 Aye, they are family not complete strangers... I trust them with my life and my kids... "I being shot through the left cheek, the bullet striking away great part of my upper jaw, and several teeth which dropt down the deck where I fell... I was forced to write what I would say to prevent the loss of blood, and because of the pain I suffered by speaking."~ Woodes Rogers Crewe of the Archangel http://jcsterlingcptarchang.wix.com/creweofthearchangel# http://creweofthearchangel.wordpress.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Jim Posted February 13, 2008 Share Posted February 13, 2008 Yeah, but do you really want to be seen in public with them... Joke, joke! Just kidding! They really are fine gentlemen and scallywags. My occupational hazard bein' my occupation's just not around... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capt. Sterling Posted February 21, 2008 Share Posted February 21, 2008 hmmmm **scratching stubble on chin** Ye may have a very valid point here, Capt. Jim... Honestly I don't want to be seen on a web cam period... public is one thing...but not every second of every day... "I being shot through the left cheek, the bullet striking away great part of my upper jaw, and several teeth which dropt down the deck where I fell... I was forced to write what I would say to prevent the loss of blood, and because of the pain I suffered by speaking."~ Woodes Rogers Crewe of the Archangel http://jcsterlingcptarchang.wix.com/creweofthearchangel# http://creweofthearchangel.wordpress.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stynky Tudor Posted March 4, 2008 Share Posted March 4, 2008 I'm working on a panoramic view of the fort and the surrounding grounds. Damn, this thing is sweet! Nice work. . . . I'm a sucker for panoramics. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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