Glacier National Park

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Glacier, America's northernmost national park, is an enchanting wilderness adventure. The majestic grandeur of the many glaciers, emerald lakes and streams creates a magical feeling, as if all of nature's gems were gathered and placed in one magnificent Montana park near the Canadian border. We'll journey to the top of Sun Mountain along the picturesque Going-to-the-Sun Highway, which has been described as the most beautiful sixteen-mile stretch of highway in the world.

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Not bad..........2005-09-10

I bought this DVD about a month ago. If I had to choose between this one and Yellowstone I would choose this one. The music in this DVD is more appropriate. I do not care for time-lapsed photography though, it is not good for the mind, and they wouldn't have lost anything had they left it out completely.

There is some awesome footage in this DVD but I wouldn't spend $20 on it again, for sure. If you are looking for relaxation The Waves DVDs are definitely the best. Voevodsky just needs to do something other than beaches. Wilderness DVDs, a site that sells DVDs made by the blind, also has some awesome relaxation DVDs and they offer a free sample collection, which I have, very, very nice.

Waste of Money.......2005-03-24

I am a school teacher and I bought this to show to my class. I did not know there is no narrative. It is one hour of sleeping music put to video. I would have returned it, but it was too late.

Stunning footage which speaks for itself.......2004-08-20

I really liked this one a lot ! How can I describe this ? Breathtaking footage which is comprehensive in scope and scale would be a start. All major locations in Glacier are filmed in stunning beauty, with some time-accelerated footage which is simply heart-dropping (for lack of a better adjective). All the waterfalls (at least all the ones I know of) are shown in stunning beauty to the backdrop of original and classical compositions. Local flora and fauna are also shown in their natural habitat with a sweetness and innocence which is truly endearing. Mr. Glusic certainly knows how to capture and use nature as a model in all her grandeur, and chooses bold clouds and fog in his scenes in a manner which is truly a sight to behold. Aerial fly overs of the entire park and lakes is almost a sight impossible to describe! Scenes of animals and flowers are interspersed with grand vistas of mountains and gentle waterfalls to really give the viewer a truer picture of what a visit to Glacier is actually like. All the major hotels on the lakes are shown, (which should aid the viewer in making an appropriate choice in lodging decisions.) Seasons are vividly captured, including a blustery wintery storm (brrrr), with snow falling into raging rapids. If you want something to quench the thirst of your soul, well, this did it for me. As a matter of fact, the winter scenes (especially Logan Pass footage) are some of my favorite. All in all a great DVD...I watch this with my baby on my tummy, and he loves the music. Can't wait until he is older and can appreciate the visuals as well !!! Well worth the money, IMHO.

Nice, but could be better.......2004-04-17

I liked it. But I would appreciate the ability to mute the music and just hear the sounds of nature. Also, in general, they move too quickly for my taste from one scene to the next. I freely admit however that this is a personal preference and my preference changes from scene to scene. Some scenes I like and wish they would have dwelled on, others they couldn't change the scene fast enough for me. However, I think that in general they move a little too quickly from one scene to another.

I also picked up Bryce and Zion National Parks DVD as well, by the same people and the same comments apply to it. As I have found (on Amaazon anyway) no alternative to these DVDs, I appreciate that they exist and they are definitely of good quality. But, as the title says, they could be better, in my humble opinion.

Good images, Cheesy Music.......2003-08-12

This video is great if you like cheesy, vapid music and no narration. Not what I expected. Great imagery, but very little information.

Great Lodges of the National Parks - Glacier & Pacific Northwest Lodges

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Great Lodges of the National Parks - Glacier & Pacific Northwest Lodges

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ASIN: B00008G76E
Release Date: 2002-08-13

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GLACIER LODGES features lodges and a chalet in Montana's Glacier National Park: Glacier Park Lodge, with massive three-story atrium, Lake McDonald Lodge, smaller and more intimate; Many Glacier Lodge, perched in a glacial cirque; and elaborate hiking huts at Sperry Chalet. PACIFIC NORTHWEST LODGES showcases spectacular lodges in Washington and Oregon, including the Paradise Inn, Timberline Lodge, Oregon Caves Chateau, and Crater Lake Lodge.

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A disappointment
Nice but could be better

National Parks of Alaska
Starring: National Parks of Alaska
Manufacturer: Image Entertainment
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ASIN: B0000633SN
Release Date: 2002-04-02

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The beauty of the Alaskan landscape is unparalleled--from the towering and majestic Mt. McKinley in Denali Park to the abundant marine wildlife and magnificent glaciers of Kenai Fjords National Park. You'll also find yourself mesmerized by the tranquil beauty of Katmai and the spectacular flora and fauna of Glacier Bay. Take a breath of fresh air, relax and explore with us some of Alaska's incredible natural wonders.

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A disappointment.......2006-08-13

They should have named this dvd A Sportsman's Paradise in Alaska and dropped the price to $10.99. If I had to edit this dvd I would probably cut out more than half of it. The intro is terrible and the first 9 minutes made me want to send it back immediately. Chapter three contains several minutes of time-lapsed photography that is not aesthetically appealing, uninteresting and rather distressing. They focused too long and too often on the bears and I thought the two separate segments on the mother bear feeding her cubs was intrusive. The two crusise ships and the hydroplane skimming the water were totally out of place for a NATURE video and the bear walking the floating aluminum bridge seemed pointless. Scenes shot from the water where the camera was bobbing up and down were bothersome. That was most likely due to the wave action created by the huge chunks of ice falling into the water so it should have been shot from a different location. On the upside, there are some superb scenes between all the stuff I would edit out. The landscape scenes are exquisite as is the flora and there wasn't much fauna that I saw. There was so much more of the landscape that could have been exploited for this video like the caverns in the rock formations and scenes that focused on the wooded areas would have been so much better had they been longer and more in depth. My guess is some of this footage was used for Titanic. The ending leaves one cold as it is focused on a bear for the fourth time, standing on the edge of a waterfall waiting to catch his next meal.

Nature and classical music just don't seem a likely combination to me and I would have chosen something more earthy and native to Alaska to accentuate its beautiful scenery.

Sorry to say compared to Glacier National Park this was a real disappointment. Alaska is a beautiful place rich with all kinds of beauty but this video just didn't capture all it could have and overall I gave it a 2, the quality of SOME of the imagery does deserves a 5. I wouldn't spend $17.99 for it again and I'm considering sending it back. I don't see 25,000 hours of video taping in this DVD and I won't purchase another Image Entertainment Video or any other video of this kind unless I can preview it first. I don't have $18 to throw away on something that has been misrepresented by advertising or lack thereof and I don't mean to be cruel but I don't have money to throw around frivolously and I'm sure there are millions of other Americans who don't either.

Nice but could be better.......2004-08-15

I enjoyed viewing the supperb images in this video. I personally prefer explications, which makes a video more informative. I had a strange feeling that the things are mixed-up a little bit, and the seasons jumped back and forth. It IS a great movie except that I simply expected too much.

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Glacier National Park

Manufacturer: Questar
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ASIN: B000BY09GU

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The magnificent panorama and towering rock formations humble even the most familiar visitor to Glacier National Park. With over 1,000,000 acres of forest, alpine meadows, and lakes, the varied hues of reds, greens, browns and more create postcard-quality views. Over 700 miles of winding trails are your amicable guide through the superbly pastoral landscapes, while more than 200 refreshing lakes, babbling brooks and gurgling streams provide a satisfying drink of water for the senses. Extra Features: Building Going-To-The-Sun Road In what would become a model of landscape engineering, the story of this historic landmark is told through fascinating and entertaining archival footage. A Symphony to Glacier National Park A musical tribute to over 1,000,000 acres of North Americas most breathtaking and dramatic parkland.

America's Western National Parks 2: Second Edition 2 DVD Set

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America's Western National Parks 2: Second Edition 2 DVD Set

Manufacturer: Finley-Holiday Film Corp.
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Explore over 50 National Parks & Monuments
DVD Extra - Western Parks Quiz
DVD Extra - Bonus Languages - French & German Subtitles
DVD Extra - Parks in Motion -
DVD Extra - Bonus DVD National Park Symphony

ASIN: B000EJ2ZAU

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TOUR THE BEST OF THE WEST From Californias Sierra Nevada to South Dakotas Badlands, from the depths of the Grand Canyon to the peaks of the Olympic Mountains, explore the best of over 50 national parks, monuments and historic sites in a way you never imagined. From panoramic vistas to the intimate details of wildlife, this is the essence of Americas western parklands. SPECIAL EDITION This special edition includes great new bonus features plus a bonus DVD National Parks Symphony a musical tribute and intimate portrait of Americas parklands.

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Olympic National Park

Manufacturer: Finley-Holiday Film Corp.
ProductGroup: DVD
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DVD Extra - Olympic National Park Quiz
DVD Extra - Olympic Music Video
DVD Extra - Where to Stay and Play Bonus Videos
DVD Extra - Picture Gallery
DVD Extra - Washington Parklands

ASIN: B000RZOYM8

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RAINFOREST, PACIFIC COAST, MOUNTAINS In this beautifully filmed and fully-narrated DVD, experience the essence of Olympic National Park: glacier-carved mountains, rugged Pacific coast and lush rainforest, plus discover the diversity of native plant and animal life which reside here. COMPLETE PARK TOUR Part nature film, part scenic tour, you will explore all of the Park highlights from the Hall of Mosses to Hurricane Ridge, from Ruby Beach to Sol Duc Falls, including Hoh Rainforest, Lake Crescent, Kalaloch, Quinault and Blue Glacier. GREAT DVD EXTRAS DVD Extras include a tour of the parks historic lodges, an inspiring music video, an Olympic interactive quiz and more!

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Weekend Explorer Whitefish

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ASIN: B000LJKUSC
Release Date: 2006-12-22

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Emmy and Multi Telly Awarded Active Travel Series Episode Highlights In the northern most reaches of the Western United States sits Whitefish, Montana. This town is the doorway to some of the best wilderness to be found anywhere in the world. Come along as we walk among the canopy of an old growth forest in a unique eco-tour;enjoy world class cuisine at a historic lodge;kayak among the pristine Rocky Mountains;fly fish on the longest wild river in the United States;mountain bike to the top of Big Mountain to a scenic vista overlooking the Canadian Rockies;view mountain goats, moose, and bear in spectacular Glacier National Park;and try the new sport of mountain scootering. Series Description Join the adventure as Emmy awarded host Jeffrey Lehmann takes you to incredibly scenic travel destinations around the world in this award winning series. Each episode features a unique destination's best-kept secrets and traditional landmarks. The "Weekend Explorer" series aired on over 210 PBS stations nationwide, HBO in Europe, Delta Airlines In-flight, and in numerous other foreign countries.

Grand Teton & Yellowstone National Parks

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Grand Teton & Yellowstone National Parks

Manufacturer: Finley-Holiday Film Corp.
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DVD Extra - 2 Programs on one DVD & Bonus park Glacier NP
DVD Extra - Bonus Video - Return of the Wolves
DVD Extra - Bonus Video - National Elk Refuge & Grand Teton Wildlife
DVD Extra - Bonus Video- Teton Climbing Rangers & Music Video
DVD Extra - German & French subtitles

ASIN: B000EJNKMC

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Tour the Parks Dramatic Landscapes & Wildlife Explore the incredible mountain scenery, wildlife and geology of two treasured national parks on one DVD. Featuring the cinematography of Russ Finley, this special collectors edition tours both parks and presents dramatic landscapes and wildlife closeup. Two and one half hours of video in all!

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The crown jewel of Finley-Holiday

Glacier National Park

Manufacturer: Finley-Holiday Film Corp.
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DVD Extra - Glacier History - Road Out of Rock - Take a journey back in time with this fascinating 10-minute historical film, a 1930's movie newsreel of Glacier National Park. See the park as it was in "the olden days" and watch the building of Going-to-the-Sun Road.
DVD Extra - Glacier Music Video - When you gaze upon the majestic scenery of Glacier, you can almost hear mother nature's music. Editor Eleni Papagiannis has paired Russ Finley's masterful cinematography with inspiring music - let Glacier sing!
Digital Picture & Sound Quality
DVD Extra - French & German Subtitles

ASIN: B000EJR866

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See the scenic wonders and fascinating geology and wildlife of both Glacier and Waterton Lakes National Parks. Glacier is home to the largest group of native wildlife in the lower 48 states. See footage of elk, bighorn sheep, black bear and grizzly bear. Learn park history with old-time footage of the building of Going-to-the-Sun Road.

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The crown jewel of Finley-Holiday.......2007-07-29

As one of my top 5 favorite national parks, I was excited to buy this one and I knew I've made the right choice even when I was just in the middle of the film playing.

The most popular spots in the Glacier National Park can be seen in this film, including Many Glacier, Two Medicine, Going-to-the-Sun Road, and even the Waterton Lakes National Park in Canada. The lakes and glacier-shaped valleys and peaks are the most distinguishing features in this area and they are all shot with high quality. In addition, you can see some scenes in different seasons, which is difficult for most tourists to do in this park.

The wildlife also shares certain run time in this film. Although these animals are in this park, you still need some luck to see all of the cute scenes there. This film may ease your thirst somewhat in this aspect.

I also like the Glacier Music Video in the DVD Extra. It is the highlight of this film and is enjoyable to watch as a review or preview.

The Finley-Holiday is indeed good at making this kind of film after I've watched many of their films, including Yellowstone, Grand Teton, Rocky Mountain, Mount Rushmore and this one. It is good for both preparation, before you go there, and review, after you've been there. They really know how to capture the points of the topics and tastes.

I recommend this film to any one interested in Glacier National Park. It is worth spending.

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Rocky Mountain National Park

Manufacturer: Finley-Holiday Film Corp.
ProductGroup: DVD
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DVD Extra- Rocky Mountain Music Video - The Rocky Mountains have never been more vibrant! Editor Eleni Papagiannis has matched Russ Finley's mesmerizing cinematography with inspiring music to produce what is probably the best Rocky Mountain music video you've ever seen. This music can move mountains!
Bonus Video: 5 Rocky Mountain Region Parks - As an added bonus, this DVD includes five video short stories on national park areas in the Rocky Mountain region: Mesa Verde and Grand Teton National Parks, plus Colorado, Hovenweep and Dinosaur National Monuments.
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DVD Extra - Spanish Subtitles

ASIN: B000EJPSSQ

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Explore the park's towering peaks, glacier-carved canyons, alpine lakes, incredible wildlife and distinctive seasons. See bighorn sheep, coyotes, marmots, pikas, weasels, ptarmigans, and the boisterous fall elk rut. Plus, learn about park history through old-time photos.

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