Company News 2010
Appalachian Impressions records highest TV rating on all PBS stations
On Friday January 15, 2010 Appalachian Impressions (Part 2) recorded a 4.1 television rating on Nashville Public Television making it the highest rated program that Friday on all US Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) stations. The second highest TV rating for that day was a 2.1. Appalachian Impressions has been broadcast on PBS stations across the country since 2004. This popular TV and DVD program is about the world famous Appalachian Trail that stretches 2,173-miles from Georgia to Maine.
Flagler Films is hired to produce more videos for International Appalachian Trail – Newfoundland & Labrador Chapter
Flagler Films has been hired to produce several more short videos highlighting key sections of trail found along the International Appalachian Trail – Newfoundland & Labrador Chapter. Mark Flagler already produced a 6.5-minute introductory movie about the IATNL in September 2009. The newer videos will run 60-90 seconds each and will provide viewers the opportunity to experience more of this International trail. The videos will be available on the IATNL’s website as well as www.youtube.com in the near future.
International Appalachian Trail – Newfoundland & Labrador Website
Company News 2009
Mark Flagler edits 30-second commercial for French TV channel Equidia.
Mark Flagler was hired to edit a 30-second TV commercial about a horse named “Namid” to be broadcast on the popular French horse racing channel Equidia. The television ad is schedualed to be aired for several months.
Mark Flagler films and edits ‘The Wardrobe’s’ 20th Birthday Celebration Fashion Show
In November, Mark Flagler was hired by Adsell productions to film and edit ‘The Wardrobe’s’ 20th Birthday Celebration fashion show in Mullingar, County Westmeath, Ireland. The fashion show is recognizing the store “The Wardrobe” for 20 years of success. 15 close friends of the store owner dressed in the latest fashions and hit the catwalk in front of a packed house.
Flagler Films is hired to produce movie about the International Appalachian Trail – Newfoundland & Labrador Chapter
The Newfoundland and Labador chapter of the International Appalachian Trail selected Flagler Films to produce an introductory movie about the IAT – Newfoundland & Labador Chapter during September & October ‘09. The short video provides na overview of the scenic International trail that travels from northern Maine in the US to Canada’s most easterly province. The program focuses on the 1,200 km route of completed and proposed trails found in the province of Newfoundland and Labador. It highlights the magestic scenery, cultural treasures and natural wonders found along this visionary footpath. The trail connects countries, provinces, mainlands and islands. This is a true international backcountry experience. Flagler Films plans to produce an hour-long TV and DVD program about the entire International Appalachian Trail in the summer of 2010.
The International Appalachian Trail is a continuation for the world famous Appalachian Trail that stretches 2,175 miles from Georgia to Maine.
The original Appalachian Trail system was given a new perspective in 1994 by former Maine Governor Joseph E. Brennan, who envisioned a trail extending to all Appalachian regions of North America. As a result of his efforts, the Sentier International des Appalaches / International Appalachian Trail (SIA/IAT) was formed.
Currently the trail extends north from Mount Katahdin, Maine (the northern terminus of the AT) and crosses the Canadian-American border at Perth-Andover, New Brunswick. From there it crosses New Brunswick to Quebec's Gaspé Peninsula, where it follows the Chic-Choc Mountains to Cap Forillon in Forillon National Park.
From Cap Forillon the IAT route re-enters New Brunswick and crosses the Confederation Bridge to Prince Edward Island where it runs east to Woods Island and the ferry to Pictou, Nova Scotia. Once in Nova Scotia the IAT heads east to Cape Breton, then on to the Newfoundland ferry terminal at North Sydney. In Newfoundland the IAT route extends north from Port aux Basques to Crow Head at the tip of the Great Northern Peninsula.
The Newfoundland and Labrador Chapter of the SIA/IAT was formed at a general meeting held in Corner Brook on July 4, 2003. The goal of the Chapter is to extend the SIA/IAT an additional 1,200 km along the Long Range Mountains from Port aux Basques in southwestern Newfoundland to Crow Head (just east of L'Anse aux Meadows) at the northern tip of the Great Northern Peninsula.
International Appalachian Trail – Newfoundland & Labrador Website
International Appalachian Trail Website
Appalachian Trail Conservancy Website
Walking the Great Divide is watched by over 600,000 US households
In the first three months of airing on television, Walking the Great Divide – A Journey Along the Continental Divide Trail is watched by 600,000 US households. 205 PBS stations have aired this inspirational documentary reaching 65% of the US population. The two-hour program was first aired in July 2009 and will continue to be broadcast on PBS stations until 2014.
Flagler Films selected to produce and edit the 2010 Derrinstown Stud Promotional DVD
Flagler Films is hired to produce and edit the 2010 Derrinstown Stud Promotional DVD. This 30-minute DVD program showcases the world renowned Derrinstown Stud in Maynooth, County Kildare in Ireland.
Derrinstown was purchased in 1982 and has developed from a 375 acre farm to over 2,000 acres today. The Derrinstown group now consists of ten farms, all designed and purpose-built to the highest standard. Derrinstown has a resident vet and 90 staff, most of whom have been internationally trained. There are seven stallions on the farm, all of whom performed to the highest level on the race track. Derrinstown offers a policy of quality service coupled with good value in their stallion fees, while at the same time limiting the number of mares their stallions cover.
Appalachian Impressions – Hiking the Appalachian Trail is rebroadcast on PBS until 2012
Appalachian Impressions – Hiking the Appalachian Trail has been rebroadcast by NETA to PBS staions for an additional three years. Appalachian Impressions was first broadcast by NETA in 2004 and has reached over 105 PBS stations across America. This two-hour program will continue to air on PBS stations until 2012.
American Public Television distributes Walking the Great Divide – A Journey Along the Continental Divide Trail to PBS
In July, Walking the Great Divide – A Journey Along the Continental Divide Trail is selected by American Public Television (APT) to broadcast the two-hour documentary to PBS stations nationally.
American Public Television (APT) develops and delivers valued program choices and services in partnership with America's public television community.
For more than 48 years, American Public Television has been a prime source of programming for the nation's public television stations.
With more than 10,000 hours of available programming, APT identifies innovative programs and creative distribution techniques for producers. In four decades, we have established a tradition of providing public television stations with the choices that enable them to strengthen and customize their schedules.
Each year, we distribute more than 300 series and specials in a variety of genres including documentary, cooking and lifestyle, travel, feature film packages, drama, music and entertainment.
Walking the Great Divide will be broadcast on PBS stations until 2014. Check with you local Public Broadcast Station for airing information.
Hard Workin’ Wheels – In Your Neighborhood airs on PBS
In May 2009 the 30-minute children’s educational program titles “Hard Workin’ Wheels – In Your Neighborhood” was selected for distribution by the National Educational Telecommunications Association (NETA) to PBS stations.
NETA is a professional association that serves public television licensees and educational entities in all 50 states, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and Puerto Rico. They serve by connecting people and ideas, by providing quality programming, educational resources, professional development, management support, and national representation.
Mark Flagler edits cooking receipe videos for www.saveafewbob.ie website launch
Mark Flagler was hired to edit 10 cooking videos of acclaimed Irish chief Kevin Dundon for a new website www.saveafewbob.ie. The recipe videos demonstrate the many cooking occasions including: family home cooking, healthy kids meals, dinner parties and special desserts.
Save A Few Bob.ie offers ‘value conscious’ consumers a unique reference point for obtaining best value across everyday products and services.
We believe that the majority of Irish consumers could save hundreds or thousands of euro each year if they had easy access to reliable ‘value information’.
Through independent research and expert editorial, we guarantee tangible savings for customers.
Save A Few Bob.ie offers practical ways to save money on everyday expenditure in the following categories: Personal Finance, Family Spending, Lifestyle, Health & Beauty and Technology.
Save A Few Bob.ie is not about frugality. Our aim is to make it easy for you to find good value without sacrificing quality or service.
Mark Flagler is hired to edit 2009 Derrinstown Yearlings DVD and Video
Mark Flagler is hired to edit the 2009 Derrinstown Stud Yearlings DVD and video. The three-hour program highlights the 100+ yearlings found at Derrinstown Stud in Maynooth, Country Kildare in Ireland.
Company News 2008
Walking the Great Divide screens at 2008 Trail Days, Damascus, VA.
Mark Flagler travels across the Atlantic to screen his new documentary, Walking the Great Divide – A Journey Along the Continental Divide Trail, at Trail Days, Damascus, Virginia.
The world famous hiker festival called “Trail Days” is held each year in May in the Appalachian mountain town of Damascus, Virginia.
The festival celebrates the Appalachian Trail and the current, former and aspiring hikers who converge at the festival each year. Trail Days is a riot of color and activity with music, children's games, a whacky hiker parade, a hikers' talent show, people watching, bike rides, hikes, workshops, lots of food, and other family-friendly activities. All this and more makes Trail Days one of the most popular hiking festivals in the world.
Walking the Great Divide – A Journey Along the Continental Divide Trail was screened at Trail Days on Friday May 16th and Saturday 17th 2008, at 7pm at the town Youth Center. Sponsors, Casio Pathfinder, provided snacks and refreshments at both screenings. An excited audience packed the house both nights.
Flagler Films hosted a booth at the festival throughout the weekend selling Appalachian Impressions and Walking the Great Divide DVDs. Mark Flagler had help from friend’s Joe Kelliher and Kevin “Karma” Jones.
Mark Flagler directs and films “Tassel Club” program on RTE’s Capital D series
Mark Flagler is hired to direct and film a segment for RTE’s weekly “Capital D” series. On March 6, 2008 the “Tassel Club” program aired on RTE.
RTÉ is Ireland's national TV station. It’s popular weekly program called “Capital D” features the people and places of Dublin, which make it the captivating capital of Ireland.
Mark Flagler’s “Capital D” segment showcases the Tassel Club and its ever-evolving group of performers who create unique vaudeville, Burlesque & cabaret shows.
The Tassel Club was started by journalist and production manager Sara Colohan in 2003. Inspired by a bygone era, Sara produces a string of sell out shows every few months to showcase the club's unique acts including a Can Can troupe, contortionists and vintage burlesque striptease performers along with bands, singers and comedians.
To see the entire video segment, click on the link http://ie.youtube.com/thetasselclub
REI screens Walking the Great Divide (Part 1) at Denver and Boulder stores in CO.
Continental Divide Trail Documentary Screens in Colorado
08/30/07
Soon to be broadcast on television, join REI and the Continental Divide Trail Alliance for the Colorado premier of Walking the Great Divide. The program will feature the first hour of this historic documentary on the Continental Divide Trail.
Award-winning film producer Mark Flagler set out to do something that no one has ever done before: create a comprehensive documentary of the official Continental Divide Trail and broadcast it on television. Walking the Great Divide A Journey along the Continental Divide Trail is a two-hour program about this 3,100-mile National Scenic Trail that stretches from Mexico to Canada. The screenings will feature the first hour of this documentary and a five-dollar donation is requested.
Follow Flagler as he travels along the CDT. The program takes in the most spectacular places along this King of Trails and focuses on some of the issues that have surrounded this trail since its inception. Share the trials and triumphs as Flagler and his fellow hikers brave high altitude trekking, intense desert heat, cross-country navigation, steep ridges and deep canyons.
Walking the Great Divide also highlights educational and historical components, Leave No Trace Ethics, the work of trail maintaining clubs, hiking organizations, and a myriad of other individuals and topics that make this National Scenic Trail one of the great hidden jewels of America.
The entire program will be available by February 2008. The program sponsors include Outside magazine, Coleman, Red Wing Shoe Company, Vasque, Vibram, Leki and Osprey Packs.
Walking the Great Divide is the second installment to a documentary series about the Triple Crown of Hiking. Flagler has already produced an award-winning program, Appalachian Impressions, about hiking the 2,173-mile Appalachian Trail. That two-hour documentary has been aired on 105 PBS stations across the country. The 2,650-mile Pacific Crest Trail documentary will be completed in the near future. This TV and DVD series will be the first series of its kind.
What: Premier Colorado screening of TV documentary Walking the Great Divide
When: Thursday, October 11 at 7 P.M.
Where: REI Flagship Denver; 1416 Platte Street, Denver, Colorado.
Second Screening
When: Friday, October 12 at 7 P.M.
Where: The newly-remodeled REI Boulder location; 1789 28th Street, Boulder, Colorado.
Flagler Films collaborates with Ready... Set... Grow... Entertainment on children's educational program.
Flagler Films collaborates with Ready... Set... Grow... Entertainment on children's educational program. RSG Entertainment is a new company in Wilmington, NC that produces high quality children’s television and DVD programs. Owner and Creator Laura Crowell has chosen Flagler Films to complete the Hard Workin Wheels TV and DVD Series. Mark Flagler is the Co-Producer, Director, Cameraman, Editor and Co-script writer for this creative Series.
In early 2008, “Hard Workin’ Wheels – In your Neighborhood” was completed. It is the first in a series of five children’s programs that will be produced over the next few years.
Hard Workin’ Wheels – In Your Neighborhood is 26-minutes in length and encourages interaction and participation from children of all ages, especially 2-5 year olds. This children’s program will entertain your child while building critical thinking skills, enhancing language acquisition and encouraging vocabulary development. The highly interactive DVD allows a child to actively engage in real world visual and audio experiences. It provides a fun and unique setting for your child to feel as if he or she is actually at the job site: experiencing the stimulating sights and sounds of a dump truck, fire truck, loader, excavator, cement mixer, top lift and tractor.
The program will be broadcast on television in the near future and the DVD will be ready for purchase by August 2008.
Appalachian Impressions airs on 105 PBS stations reaching 50% of the US.
In 2005, Appalachian Impressions – Hiking the Appalachian Trail was selected for distribution by the National Educational Telecommunications Association (NETA) to PBS stations.
NETA is a professional association that serves public television licensees and educational entities in all 50 states, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and Puerto Rico. They serve by connecting people and ideas, by providing quality programming, educational resources, professional development, management support, and national representation.
By 2008, Appalachian Impressions was aired on 105 PBS stations reaching 50% of the country’s population. The two-hour documentary will be broadcast throughout the United States for three more years.
To find out if Appalachian Impressions is on schedule to air in your area please contact your local PBS station.
Company News 2007
Mark Flagler's Podcast interview with SNEWS Live at the 2007 Summer Outdoor Retailer.
SNEWS® Live: New film reveals the wonders of thru-hiking the Continental Divide Trail
Posted: 10/30/2007 In Category(s): Outdoor, Podcasts :: Outdoor Audio
SNEWS® Live: Documentary filmmaker Mark Flagler wants to show you the Continental Divide Trail. This 3,100-mile trail spans the distance between Mexico and Canada through some of the most captivating wilderness areas in the United States.
Packing along a video camera, Flagler made his way on foot through New Mexico, Colorado, Wyoming, Idaho and Montana. Along the way, he recorded the unique experience of that rare backpacking breed known as the "through hiker."
SNEWS® Live connected with Flagler at the 2007 Outdoor Retailer Summer Market in Salt Lake City, Utah. Shortly after the presentation of his film, Flagler shared with us his vision of the scenic and majestic Continental Divide Trail.
Walking the Great Divide (Part 1) premieres at 2007 Summer Outdoor Retailer in Salt Lake City, UT.
Mark Flagler attended the 2007 Summer Outdoor Retailer show in Salt Lake City, Utah to screen the “director’s cut” of Part 1 of Walking the Great Divide. The screening took place on Friday August 10th, 2007 at the Marriot hotel and provided outdoor industry leaders with the chance to see this inspiring program.
Outdoor Retailer is the leading industry trade event for outdoor apparel and gear. This popular trade show is held twice a year providing thousands of outdoor buyers and industry exhibitors with the opportunity to introduce their new winter and summer products.
Stores from around the world view Outdoor Retailer as the venue of choice for the most comprehensive collection of outdoor gear and apparel, equipment, climbing technology, footwear, ski mountaineering, camping, backpacking, cycling, water sports, hunting, rescue, outerwear, fitness gear and accessory companies from which to buy products.
The event hosts an array of seminars, presentations, competitions, demos, parties and more.
The Flagler Films screening was sponsored by W.L. Gore (the manufacturer of Gore-tex) and Backpacking Light.com. The Continental Divide Trail Alliance (CDTA) helped organize the event and breakfast and refreshments where provided prior to the show. Representatives from some of the companies that sponsored Flagler Films latest documentary attended (Outside Magazine, Coleman, Red Wing Shoe Company, Vasque, Leki, and CDTA). Other industry professionals were invited to view this special screening. The show lasted an hour and afterwards Mark met with members of the audience to answer questions and discuss ideas for future programs.
Flagler Films moves its company headquarters to Ireland in November, 2006.
Flagler Films moves its company headquarters to Ireland in November, 2006. Since 2002, Mark Flagler lived and worked in Portland, Oregon. Flagler Films spent most of its time working on television and DVD productions: Oregon Waterfalls – Visiting These Natural Wonders (30-minute program, 2002), Appalachian Impressions – Hiking the Appalachian Trail (2 hour program, 2004) and Walking the Great Divide – A Journey Along the Continental Divide Trail (due to be completed in 2008). Mark Flagler was producer, director, cameraman, editor, scriptwriter and host for all three productions.
Mark’s camera work in Appalachian Impressions won him a 2005 Telly Award for Excellence in Videography. Mark also stayed busy as a freelance cameraman working with LMNO Productions and Discovery Health Channel on “Impact- Stories of Survival” and CVP Multimedia Studios on multiple productions. Flagler Films stock footage has been broadcast on PBS (Public Broadcast Service), Discovery Channel (Animal Planet) and ESPN 2 (Cold Pizza).
In the near future Flagler Films will open a fulfillment office in Wilmington, North Carolina where all Flagler Films DVDs will be managed and distributed.
Mark’s wife is from Dublin and they now live just outside the busy city in the small town of Celbridge, Co. Kildare. Flagler Films is now up and running and will continue its success as a broadcast quality video production company.
