The Heritage of America's National Parks

This hour DVD is an overview of the national parks. Interviews with naturalists at Grand Teton National Park, Yellowstone and Dinosaur National Monuments are used to explain the philosophy of preserving important natural wonders as well as the importance of providing recreational areas for society.

60 mins. | IV102D $32.95 DVD

60 mins. | IV102V $29.95 VHS

Geysers & Hot Springs of Yellowstone

Explores the geology of geothermal basins such as geysers and hot springs. Photographed on location in Yellowstone National Park this program investigates those magnificent wonders created by water and molten rock near the earth's surface.

19 mins. | IV126D $32.95 DVD

19 mins. | IV126V $29.95 VHS

The Geology & Natural History of Arches National Park

Located in the Canyonland area in Utah, Arches National Park is one of the most unusual and geologically rich areas on the surface of the earth. Explore the formation of natural arches, monuments and balanced rocks. Study the sedimentary rock formations which make up the park and see how these were formed over millions of years. Examine how great beds of salt, which underlie the park, are the reason this land gave us the spectacular canyons and awesome arches. Also look at the plant and animal life which live in this "Cold Desert".

30 mins. | IV109D $32.95 DVD

30 mins. | IV109V $29.95 VHS

The Geology of White Sands, New Mexico

One of the most beautiful sand deserts and dune areas in America can be found in New Mexico. White Sands National Monument is a living text book which show dune formations, the movement of gypsum sands and examines how this soft white sand originated. It investigates how the White Sands were formed; the origin of gypsum and how weathering, erosion and transportation by wind formed these desert deposits.

22 mins. | IVGWSNM94D $32.95 DVD

22 mins. | IVGWSNM94V $29.95 VHS

Let's Explore a Cave

An introduction to caves and caverns as well as their formations. Explores the chemical and geological processes to form a cave. Visit Jewell Cave, Wind Cave, Lehman Cave, and Timpanogos Cave National Monuments.

21 mins. | IV112D $32.95 DVD

21 mins. | IV112V $29.95 VHS

The Geology of Devil's Tower National Monument

Devil's Tower is a steep sided mass of igneous rock that rises above the surrounding hills in Wyoming. This video will explore the tower, examine its geology and the sedimentary rocks which are found around it. Geologists believe that it formed when molten rock invaded the sedimentary rock and later cooled. Softer sedimentary were eroded to leave this 1,270 foot igneous tower.

14 mins. | IVDTD $32.95 DVD

14 mins. | IVDTV $29.95 VHS

Badlands: A Battle of Erosion

This half hour program explores the work of running water and wind on sedimentary rock. It also examines how fossils were formed and how they are found. Filmed on location in Badlands National Park, this video is an excellent introduction to sedimentation, erosion and paleontology.

30 mins. | IV111D $32.95 DVD

30 mins. | IV111V $29.95 VHS

The Geology & Natural History of Olympic National Park

Located in Northwest Washington State, Olympic National Park is certainly unique in America. From huge mountains and glaciers in the Olympic Range to the magnificent Rain Forests to the Spectacular beaches and oceanfront, Olympic National Park is often an overlooked geological gem. Explores glaciers, the work of erosion in the park; visit the rich life forms in the Rain Forest and then walk along the ocean where large sea stacks dominate the scenery. This is a geologist's paradise. Come explore with us!

50 mins. | IVGNHONP94D $32.95 DVD

50 mins. | IVGNHONP94V $29.95 VHS

The Geology & Natural History of Acadia National Park

Acadia National Park located on the coast of Maine is certainly one of the most scenic areas in the eastern United States. Explore how the granites of the this area were formed and how geological processes acting over millions of years changed the surface of the land. Investigate how glaciers moving over the land gouged and sculptured the land. This is an excellent introduction to the geology of New England and is a must for all geology and earth science classes. Exciting photography, computer animation, models, and illustrations make geology come alive for your students.

25 mins. | IVGNHACA94D $32.95 DVD

25 mins. | IVGNHACA94V $29.95 VHS

Rivers of Stone:
A Visit to Colorado National Monument

This video was photographed in western Colorado. It examines the various rock formations and their origin, the work of running water, wind and temperature in carving out the huge canyons.

30 mins. | IV108D $32.95 DVD

30 mins. | IV108V $29.95 VHS

Volcanoes of the United States

This comprehensive program takes students to the regions of the U.S. where volcanic activity has been most concentrated. Footage includes Kilauea and Mauna Loa in Hawaii, Mount St. Helens, Mount Shasta, Mount Mazama, and Katmai in Alaska.

20 mins. | IV06D $32.95 DVD

20 mins. | IV06V $29.95 VHS

1955 Eruption of Kilauea Volcano, Hawaiian Islands

Portrays the 1955 eruption of Kilauea Volcano, Hawaii, from the first appearance of fissures that formed along the rift zone through the appearance of lava, the formation of cones and flows, the spectacular pyrotechnical displays of lava fountains, and the great pillars of rising steam generated as the lava river plunges into the sea.

20 mins. | IV121D $32.95 DVD

20 mins. | IV121V $29.95 VHS

Eruption of Kilauea, 1959-60

Features the spectacular 1959-60 eruption of Kilauea Volcano, highlighting the sight and sound of lava fountaining from subsidiary crater, Kilauea Iki. Explains processes leading to a volcanic eruption. Includes scenes of lava from a half-mile long line of fissures that pours down over the floor of the crater, forming a 300-foot deep lava lake.

29 mins. | IV122D $32.95 DVD

29 mins. | IV122V $29.95 VHS

A Visit to Sunset Crater National Monument

This DVD takes the student to Sunset Crater National Monument located near Flagstaff, Arizona. This cinder cone volcano erupted almost 900 years ago and lava flows and ash make you think that the eruption took place recently. The program examines the cinder cone volcano which is very different from Hawaiian types (Kilauea and Mauna Loa) or the composite types (Mount St. Helens).

22 mins. | IV128D $32.95 DVD

22 mins. | IV128V $29.95 VHS

The Formation of Natural Arches and Bridges

This program visits Arches National Park and Natural Bridges National Park in Utah. Spectacular photography of these exiting parks show geologic formation of arches and bridges including chemical processes, weathering, wind and water erosion.

11 mins. | IV113D $32.95 DVD

11 mins. | IV113V $29.95 VHS

The Work of the Wind

The Great Sand Dunes, almost 700 feet high in central Colorado, is the site for the earth science program. The student will learn how a dune is formed, the various kinds of dunes (barchan, transverse and longitudinal) as well as the origin of these sand dunes near the Sangre de Christo range.

20 mins. | IV116D $32.95 DVD

20 mins. | IV116V $29.95 VHS

The Geology of Petrified Forest National Park

Petrified Forest National Park is a surprising land of scenic wonders and fascinating science. The park features one of the world's largest and most colorful concentrations of petrified wood, the multi-hued badlands of the Chinle Formation known as the Painted Desert, historic structures, archeological sites, and displays of 225 million year old fossils.

Petrified Forest National Park is one of the best examples of the Late Triassic (225 million years ago) in the world. The geologic record contained within the Chinle Formation is well preserved - an open book of time for geologists to read. New fossils are found every year. Our paleontologist averages about two new animal species each year!

19 mins. | IV195D $32.95 DVD

19 mins. | IV195V $29.95 VHS

Discover Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument

Inspire classroom students to learn about the formation of fossils and the conservation of wild spaces. Discover tree stumps of stone and an untold number of insect and plant fossils lie just beneath the surface of Florissant, Colorado. The Florissant Fossil Beds, one of the richest fossil beds in the world, tells the story of a very difference Colorado. Thirty-four million years ago, massive volcanoes forever transformed the ancient landscape and living communities. Learn how this ancient valley was preserved in stone and how the people who lived in, explored and studied this unique area; fought to protect the valley for generation to come.

16 mins. | IV212D $32.95 DVD

16 mins. | IV212V $29.95 VHS