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The Greatest - Lake Superior |
The beauty of Lake Superior is captured in this video with stunning visuals of this magnificent body of fresh water. The plants and animals that depend on its fragile environment are featured, in addition to the ever-present dangers that threaten it.
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Ponds of the Great Lakes |
The life of a typical northern pond is shown in all four seasons with reference to what lives in and around the small shallow water body. A camera goes beneath the surface, and microorganisms are seen through a microscope. Both flora and fauna are noted
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Marshes of the Great Lakes |
All of the environmental components that make up a marsh are explained, including, the plants, mammals, amphibians, fish, and insects typically found in marshes of the upper Great Lakes states. A beaver pair creating a marsh is shown
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Michigan's Wetlands |
This is a natural science exploration of the glacial origin of wetlands with an explanation of the delicate balance of this ecosystem. Vegetation and wildlife species are examined as well as the negative impacts of agriculture.
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Michigan's National Forests |
All four of the Michigan National Forests are included with emphasis on wildlife, topographical features and the vital need to preserve these natural areas. The beauty and significance of these natural resources within our state are examined.
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The Seasons - Summer |
This is one in a series of four videos that takes the viewer on a fascinating tour of each of the four seasons. All the predictable signs are seen - weather, birds, animals, plants, and the activities of children as they rediscover summer.
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The Seasons - Fall |
This is one in a series of four videos that takes the viewer on a fascinating tour of each of the four seasons. All the predictable signs are seen - weather, birds, animals, plants, and the activities of children as they rediscover each new season.
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The Seasons - Winter |
This is one in a series of four videos that takes the viewer on a fascinating tour of each of the four seasons. All the predictable signs are seen - weather, birds, animals, plants, and the activities of children as they rediscover each new season.
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The Seasons - Spring |
This is one in a series of four videos that takes the viewer on a fascinating tour of each of the four seasons. All the predictable signs are seen - weather, birds, animals, plants, and the activities of children as they rediscover each new season.
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Modern Logging in the North |
In the upper Great Lakes states, logging is a vital industry. This video takes you into the world of today's loggers and examines the latest equipment and techniques used to harvest this natural resource.
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Michigan Logging |
All aspects are covered including areas logged, tree types harvested, camps, methods of logging, sawmill operations, log drives, and other facets of early lumbering activities. The industry story is told here. For the "people" story, refer to the video entitled "Michigan Lumberjacks."
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Michigan's Timber |
This video explores the use of Michigan forests by the timber industry. The effects of both good and bad logging practices are examined. The importance of preserving our forestlands through responsible harvesting of this natural resource is reinforced.
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