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Pre-historic Dugout Builders |
Archaeologist Gordon Peters sheds light on the lives of early canoe builders. Using the techniques applied by indigenous people, at the same location, an U.S. Forest Service archaeologist talks about how he built one of these primitive dugout canoes.

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Minnesota's First People |
This video reveals many of the clues to our past and shows scientific research at several ancient living sites. Four of the major cultures dating from about 6000 BC to 1700 AD are covered. Technical language is minimized.

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Minnesota's Ancient Life |
With commentary by Dr. Bruce Erickson of the Minnesota Science Museum, the major life forms of pre-historic times are shown and/or illustrated. Plant life and early mammals are discussed.

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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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