Douglas Arvidson
- Onancock VA
The Secrets of the Ancient Pacific Navigators: A Dynamic, Interactive Presentation by Internation a Prize-Winning Author-Adventurer
Biography
Areas of Expertise
Accomplishments
Academic Honors
1976-08-17
Received B.A. degree with High Honors
Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society
1976-06-24
Oldest and largest collegiate honor society dedicated to the recognition and promotion of academic excellence in all disciplines. Founded in 1897.
Literary Award
1997-07-17
Winner of WICE/PARIS TRANSCONTINENTAL International Short-Story Competition
Literary Award
1987-07-15
Winner, short story competition conducted by THE HELMSMAN magazine, Houston, Texas
Black Belt, Karate
1970-04-03
Awarded 1st Degree Black Belt in Republic of China
Education
University of Massachusetts, Amherst
B.A., M.A.
Communication Disorders
1976
Attended Emerson College in Boston from 1965-68 as a Broadcasting major.
Event Appearances
Ancient Skill, Dying Art: The Secrets of the Ancient Pacific Navigators
Science and Philosophy Seminar Eastern Shore Community College
2012-01-12
I Love to Write
Writing Motivational Presentation for Students McCool Elementary/Middle School, Guam
The Secrets of the Ancient Pacific Navigators and the War of 1812: The Star Connection
Eastville Celebrates the War of 1812 Eastville, VA
2012-06-09
Sample Talks
Ancient Skills, Dying Art: The Secrets of the Ancient Pacific Navigators
A dynamic, interactive presentation using video clips, slides, and audience participation, this lecture provides a basic understanding of the brilliant system of navigation developed over thousands of years by the peoples of the vast Pacific Ocean. This lecture will be of interest to sailors, travelers, outdoors enthusiasts, yacht clubs, and Scout troops and can be adapted to meet the needs of specific audiences.
Style
Availability
- Author Appearance