TED Talks
TED: Photographing nature beyond the limits of human perception | Doris Mitsch
Artist Doris Mitsch invites us to revel in the wonders of nature through her dazzling photography: stacked images of starlings in flight, hawks surfing thermal updrafts, bats echolocating through the night sky and more. Revealing the...
SciShow Kids
Why do Planes Leave White Streaks in the Sky?
Have you ever seen an airplane high in the sky leave a long trail behind it? That's called a contrail! It's kind of like a cloud, or your breath on a cold day. Jessi and Squeaks explain the special circumstances that make contrails happen!
Curated Video
Exploring Arizona: From Death Valley to Phoenix
Exploring Arizona, USA:Embark on an adventure in Arizona, known for its vast landscapes and captivating natural wonders. Visit the Pima Air & Space Museum to delve into the realm of space exploration, then explore the breathtaking beauty...
Great Big Story
Cherokee trails, Lamar Marshall’s mission to preserve history
Lamar Marshall, also known as Nanohe Dewatiski, dedicates his life to mapping and preserving Cherokee trails, connecting modern generations with their ancestors' sacred paths.
Bedtime History
History of the Rocky Mountains
Learn about the history of the Rocky Mountains, from their geological formation to the establishment and maintenance of the national park.
Great Big Story
Mapping Cherokee Nation Trails in the Appalachians
Embark on a profound journey with Ninohe Dworetsky, also known as Lamar Marshall, a devoted Cherokee trail finder who has dedicated the last 12 years to mapping the ancient trails of the Cherokee people across the Appalachians. Explore...
Curated Video
Wagon Trains, the Pony Express, Railroads, and Steamboats
Dr. Forrester explains how the evolution of transportation provided easier access to the western region for hundreds of thousands of settlers from the eastern United States, and as a result, cities and towns developed in the west.
Curated Video
AWS Certified Data Analytics Specialty 2021 – Hands-On - CloudTrail
This video focuses on the AWS CloudTrail service. This clip is from the chapter "Domain 6: Security" of the series "AWS Certified Data Analytics Specialty (2022) Hands-on".In this section, you will learn about Amazon Web Services (AWS)...
Weatherthings
Vapor Trails
Vapor Trails are skinny lines of clouds made by airplanes, but not on purpose. They can spread out to become regular Cirrus Clouds and block some sunlight or trap some heat rising from Earth. We see vapor trails more than ever before,...
National Parks Service
Acadia National Park - Part One: Acadia National Park's Transportation Plan
The National Park Service is developing a transportation plan to improve safety, reduce congestion and conflicts among people traveling on park roads, and protect park resources and values.
National Parks Service
Yosemite Nature Notes 6: Maps
When Joseph Walker passed through in 1833, there were none, but today, thousands of maps portray Yosemite National Park. From a land grant created during the Civil War, to modern computer mapping, these maps also tell the story of the...
Weatherthings
Ship Tracks
Ships leave trails of vapor, called ship tracks, in humid ocean air. You see them here, on satellite.
National Parks Service
Glacier National Park - Summer Backcountry Camping Video
This video will guide you through planning a trip to Glacier's backcountry and provide needed safety and resource protection information. It is required viewing to obtain a backcountry permit. CREDIT: CREDIT: NPS
Brave Wilderness
CRAZY ANT BITE!
On this episode of Breaking Trail, Coyote gets brutally chomped by a GIANT Leafcutter Ant! Predominately found in South and Central America, the Leafcutter Ant is truly an amazing creature. The complexity of teamwork and organization...
National Parks Service
Redwood National and State Parks - Redwood Ranger Minute: Respect Leaves of Three
Ranger Steve helps you discover how to play it safe around Poison Oak (Toxicodendron diversilobum) while hiking the trails at Redwood National and State Parks. CREDIT: NPS
Curated Video
Palm Springs: Hollywood's Hideaway and Desert Oasis
Welcome to our video where we take you on a virtual journey to Palm Springs, a captivating desert resort city nestled in the Riverside County, California. Join us as we uncover the fascinating history, unique architecture, and natural...
National Parks Service
Moderate Yosemite Valley Day Hikes
In this video, a ranger describes moderate hikes in Yosemite Valley, including, the Valley Loop Trail, the trail to the Vernal Fall Footbridge, and Columbia Rock.
Curated Video
Introduction to Hiking
This video promotes the benefits of hiking as a great way to get in shape while enjoying the outdoors. It highlights the numerous health benefits, including cardiovascular exercise, muscle strength, weight loss, and improved mental...
National Parks Service
Acadia National Park - Ranger ProTip #4: Puppy Pals
Are you visiting with your furry, four-legged, family member? Fantastic! Find fun and friendly activities and adventures here!
Brave Wilderness
The Ranches at Belt Creek Have a New Cowboy!
“The very best of the West” is the proud slogan of the Ranches at Belt Creek and oh boy is it true! As you can imagine Coyote and his team are very fortunate to explore a variety of amazing wilderness locations while filming Breaking...
National Parks Service
Experience Your Yosemite
This 15-minute video provides an orientation to visiting Yosemite National Park.
National Parks Service
Acadia National Park - Acadia Ranger Pro Tip Tidbits
Planning a visit to Acadia this summer? Give yourself a solid six-minute headstart with this highlight reel from a series of Ranger Pro Tips videos available in full at go.nps.gov/AcadiaTips.
National Parks Service
Acadia National Park - Ranger ProTip #2: Cadillac Mountain
Do you want to ascend the highest peak on the US eastern seaboard? Learn more here!
National Parks Service
Everglades National Park - Anhinga Trail Royal Palm Visitor Center
Informational video about visiting Royal Palm.