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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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Wildlife Territories |
Just like human beings, all animals need a home. Whether in water or on land, all wildlife species need their own special area in which to feed, find a mate, raise a family, and seek safety. This video illustrates this concept in interesting detail.
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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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Minnesota's Climate |
Minnesota has a wide variety of weather conditions that correspond roughly to the north-south extremes of the state. This video explores the impact of the weather on wildlife, agriculture, and tourism. The effects of Lake Superior, as well as record setting weather statistics are included.
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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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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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