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Minnesota Capitol Tour |
The complete story of this magnificent building is told, starting with the history of its completion. Many interesting behind-the-scenes details of the building are shown. | DVD | 28 minutes with quiz | Grade 4-12 |
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The Glacial Void |
The last glacier bypassed a section of southwestern Wisconsin, and parts of Minnesota, Illinois and Iowa. All of the fascinating results of this glacial void are discussed, including dramatic sinkholes, vast caves, land, and underground rivers.
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Lake Superior's Isle Royal |
This jewel of Lake Superior, now a national park, is considered a part of Michigan though it is closer to Minnesota and Wisconsin. Its rugged coastline and fascinating interior are captured during the summer time. This is full video tour of this beautiful island.
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Minnesota's Driftless Area |
Travel through this unusual area shows the lingering effects of this geographic phenomenon. Unusual sights are seen, such as plants that are usually found far to the north, a snail thought to have been extinct, sink holes in the topography, and caves that sheltered the first people in the state.
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Minnesota Geographical Survey |
This is a great armchair tour of Minnesota. Many natural features are highlighted, such as the potholes in Interstate Park, sea floor sponge fossils in a deep cave on the Iowa border, cactus and buffalo herds in Blue Mounds State Park, and ancient lava flows in North Shore streams.
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Minnesota's Prairies |
Minnesota's Prairies
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Minnesota's Caves |
Ancient sea life forms are shown along with details of how the caves were formed. Two major cave systems along the Mississippi River and the North Shores of Minnesota were filmed to illustrate this geological formation. The serious problem of cave river pollution is discussed.
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Minnesota's Forest Habitat |
Examples of forest habitats used by wildlife for shelter, food, and breeding are shown, as well as beautiful wildflower nurseries. Preservation of this priceless natural resource is encouraged.
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Superior's North Shore |
Fast flowing rivers and stunning waterfalls are among the visuals that make this a great armchair tour of our state parks along the Lake Superior shoreline. All four seasons are captured in glorious color and beauty showing wildflowers, wildlife, and spectacular geographic formations.
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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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The Boundary Waters Canoe Area |
The natural beauty of this designated water wilderness is captured with stunning visuals and background history. Common wildlife is shown (moose, deer, bear, and timber wolf). Vegetation types including wild flowers and plants are featured. A fun video tour!
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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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Minnesota's Rivers |
This video shows how rivers were used by the first Americans and later by explorers, fur traders, settlers, and loggers. The function of a river in a drainage basin is outlined, as well as the many environmental threats that jeopardize the ecological stability of Minnesota's rivers.
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Minnesota's Wetlands |
The need for protecting and maintaining wetlands as a habitat for plants and wildlife is clearly stated. Maps show the location of past and present wetlands. Bogs, marshes, swamps and potholes of Minnesota are covered.
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Minnesota's State Parks |
This video will instill an appreciation for efforts to preserve these valuable lands forever. Through the use of beautiful visuals, the habitats, plants, and wildlife populations found in our state parks are demonstrated.
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