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Soil, Stones, & Rocks

This collection discusses the geology of different national parks. Soil, stones, and rocks are emphasized.

Geology

Geology

Badlands National Park: An explanation of how the Badlands of South Dakota has formed over millions of years is provided…

Secrets of the Past

Secrets of the Past

Badlands National Park: simple explanation made for children is provided on how the badlands formed. A park ranger uses colors…

Glacier's Geologic History

Glacier's Geologic History

Glacier National Park: Geologist Chris Weiss briefly discusses the geologic history of Glacier National Park.

Geology

Geology

Canyonlands National Park: The geologic history of Canyonlands spans hundreds of millions of years. Join ranger Karen Henker for a…

Potholes

Potholes

Canyonlands National Park: Throughout Canyonlands, naturally occurring sandstone basins called potholes form tiny ecosystems inhabited by a surprising collection of…

Biological Soil Crust

Biological Soil Crust

Canyonlands National Park: Biological soil crust is a living groundcover that forms the foundation of plant life in Canyonlands and…

Rock Fall

Rock Fall

Yosemite National Park: Since the glaciers retreated around 15,000 years ago, rock fall has been the major force of change…

Geology Overview of Grand Teton National Park

Geology Overview of Grand Teton National Park

A brief overview of the geological forces that helped shape the distinctive landscape of the Grand Teton National Park.

Geology of Mount Moran

Geology of Mount Moran

A somewhat technical overview of the multiple rock types that make up Mount Moran. The narrator discusses the unique geology…

Geology of the Teton Fault

Geology of the Teton Fault

A brief outline of the past behavior of the Teton Fault with additional considerations concerning future earthquakes.

Geology Animation

Geology Animation

A chronological animation of seismic/tectonic activity that shaped The Grand Teton National Park.