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Code: W1
Documentary/
Natural History
Natural Wonders
14 x 60 minutes
1997

Delve into the unique history of some of America’s
most majestic and protected lands...the national
parks. Visited by millions of tourists from
around the world each year, these lands are set
aside for the enjoyment of all. Each episode
explores the early history of the land and people
as well as the people responsible for today’s
management of thousands of acres of wilderness.
Features beautiful scenics, wildlife and historical
footage.

*Currently airing on Discovery Networks.
*Available in Spanish

Episode titles:
Carlsbad Caverns, Yellowstone, Yosemite,
Grand Canyon, Grand Teton, Death Valley, Everglades,
Channel Islands, Canyonlands, Denali, Mesa Verde,
Kanai Fjords, Virgin Islands, Hawaii Volcanoes.

Code: W3
Documentary
The Spirit of Exploration
1 x 60 minutes
1997

Experience the wonders of Carlsbad Caverns as
scientists and researchers explain its formation.
Features a segment on Caving, as part of the
exploration of the Caves.

*Produced by Carlsbad Caverns National Park

Code: W16
Documentary
1812 The Forgotten War
3 x 30 minutes minutes
1995

Dramatic, informative, first-person interviews:
over 50 expert re-enactors at 1812 battles and
forts describe the events of the war from Tippecanoe
(November 17, 1811) to the Battle of New Orleans
(January 8, 1815). Descriptions of women’s roles,
weapons, native participation, drummer boys, etc.,
make this a valuable resource for students studying
the War of 1812.

EPISODES:
A Matter of Marching (1812);
Controlling the Lakes (1813);
Flowers of the Forest (1814)