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101 Milestones by Bill Morrill

101 Milestones features the people, places, and events that shape life on California’s Redwood Coast. From historic Fort Humboldt and the lovely pioneer home, Fern Cottage, to the magnificent  towering redwood trees on the Avenue of the Giants.

The series started in July of 2006 and has aired more than 50 episodes on Fox 29 and MyNet 33. Explore local landmarks and quaint historic buildings to primeval redwood forests through this entertaining series of videos.

Bill Morrill, creator of 101 Milestones, moved to Humboldt County in 1972. He is a direct descendant of pioneers Joseph and Zipporah Russ, and his family still owns Fern Cottage, their ancestral property. He writes and produces the series created the original theme music. Bill also restored the featured 54 Buick convertible seen throughout the series.