National Parks: The Everglades - DVD

Discover the allure and artistry of Mother Nature's wilderness in this breathtaking exploration through Glacier National Park. Tucked away and hidden from view by snowcapped mountains and pristine forests lies the Rocky Mountain's glass slipper. Glacier National Park sits in one of the planets three great mountain chains. The Erosion by water and glaciers has sculpted the mountain range into dramatic valleys and peaks giving with a variety of unique and elegant features. This hiker's paradise contains over 700 miles of trails which lead you through alpine meadows, rugged mountaintops, crystal lakes and majestic waterfalls creating an adventurous visit through natures powerful past and present. Witness the gripping history and remarkable landscape of the Crown of the Continent through in-depth interviews and hi-depth imagery. Adventure awaits in Glacier National Park... Always unique... Always changing... Always memorable... The Crown of the Continent!

In 1872 President Ulysses S. Grant signed into law our nation's first National Park, Yellowstone. The purpose was to preserve the breathtaking scenery and the wildlife within the historic landscape. Since then, other significant pieces of land and sea have been designated as National Parks, in hopes to conserve the past and present glory of each unique ecosystem. Now you can journey through the ecology, geology and beauty of our amber plains, rugged mountain ranges and salty shores in this spectacular collection of majestic beauty - like you have never seen before!

Join the Smithsonian Channel for this HD look at the evolving science of bio-inspiration- looking at nature for inspiration and finding answers to modern problems in totally unexpected ways. See how sharks inspire swimsuits, fish become cars and airplanes take the shape of birds.