Soil, Stones, & Rocks

Soil, Stones, & Rocks episodes:

• 07.05.2013

  Geology Animation

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

  
• 07.05.2013

  Geology of the Teton Fault

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

  
• 07.05.2013

  Geology of Mount Moran

  A somewhat technical overview of the multiple rock types that make up Mount Moran. The narrator discusses the unique geology at length while offering theories as to how the mountain was formed.

  
• 07.05.2013

  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.

  
• 03.14.2013

  Rock Fall

  Yosemite National Park: Since the glaciers retreated around 15,000 years ago, rock fall has been the major force of change in Yosemite Valley. Geologists work to understand this force of nature in order to protect the millions of visitors who...

  
• 03.14.2013

  Geology of Valley Forge

  Valley Forge NH Park: The geology of the Grand Parade is discussed by the park’s natural resource manager.

  
• 03.14.2013

  Glacier's Geologic History

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

  
• 03.14.2013

  Biological Soil Crust

  Canyonlands National Park: Biological soil crust is a living groundcover that forms the foundation of plant life in Canyonlands and the surrounding area. Join ranger Karen Henker for an in-depth look at this critical, and fragile, component of the high...

  
• 03.14.2013

  Geology

  Canyonlands National Park: The geologic history of Canyonlands spans hundreds of millions of years. Join ranger Karen Henker for a brief tour of this complex and exciting story.

  
• 03.14.2013

  Potholes

  Canyonlands National Park: Throughout Canyonlands, naturally occurring sandstone basins called potholes form tiny ecosystems inhabited by a surprising collection of animals. Join ranger Karen Henker for an introduction to these animals and some their remarkable adaptations.

  
• 03.14.2013

  Secrets of the Past

  Badlands National Park: simple explanation made for children is provided on how the badlands formed. A park ranger uses colors to emphasize the concepts in her explanation.

  
• 03.14.2013

  Geology

  Badlands National Park: An explanation of how the Badlands of South Dakota has formed over millions of years is provided with emphasis placed on the processes of deposition and erosion. Pierre Shale, Chadron, Brule, and Sharps formations are discussed.