This summer has been both awesome and the most educational summer I've had in a long while. I had a great time on both of the Gigs. Mountain Rockfest was a huge learning opportunity. I also met some great people there. Since Mountain Rockfest taught me a lot, I felt a little more prepared for Blues by the Bay. Blues by the Bay was the first time i had been to the east coast, so that was exciting enough by its self. While at the Blues by the Bay Gig, I continued to learn more about being part of a video production crew. I got closer to the other people around me and formed friendships. When you are working together with a bunch of people who share your same interest, it is almost as if you are part of a family. Blues by the bay definately put more emphasis on teamwork; especially when your frantically trying to load out during a downpour. All in all this summer has been something to remember. It gave me a taste of what it would be like in the real world, and left me hungry for more...

Russ Hochstedler