John Muir

John Muir, virtually unknown in his native Scotland is a national hero in the United States. He was a pioneering environmentalist who helped found the USA National Park movement.
Alba Media are interested in making a full video/broadcast/film/dvd documentary on John Muir. High production values to do the man justice, we are looking for financial backing and support.
Fascinating life story, beaten as a child in Scotland for forgetting bible recitals his family moved to Wisconsin when Muir was a teenager. He had some incredible travel journeys and met with President Roosevelt to convince him to protect Yosemite and other wild places for future generations.
This short piece is about the John Muir Award, here completed at sea in Scotland.
More information from the John Muir Trust at www.jmt.org
John Muir - A true Scottish hero.

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