lcoo GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES Georgia Department of Natural Resources Georgia, the largest state east of the M ississippi River, stretches across almost 60,000 square miles of mountains, swamps, beaches, and forests . The Georgia Department of Natural Resources (D.N. R.) serves as custodian for these natural areas, and for the abundant animal and plant life that flourishes here. Through strong environmenta l regulation, D.N.R. protects public health and safety. D.N.R. also preserves valuable historical areas throughout the state and promotes a variety of outdoor recreation, from hunting and fishing on public lands to swimm ing in state parks. D.N.R. f ilms and videotapes reflect th is wide range of activit ies. These award-winning productions deal w ith important conservation issues, and they encourage a better understanding and appreciation of our environment. Because of their exceptional quality, many of these programs have ach ieved w idespread national and international recognition, including: fl Southern Regional Emmy Awards if) CINE Golden Eagle Awards if) International Wildlife Film Fest ival if) U.S. Industrial Film Festival (t Chicago International Film Fest ival f) American Film Festiva l (t National Educational Film and Video Festival fl Houston International Film Festival fl Columbus International Film Festival All D.N.R. productions are available on 1/2" VHS videotape. They are loaned to you at no charge, or can be purchased. Please see order form for more information. CONTENTS General Interest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Georgia's Coast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Georgia's History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Wildlife & Nature. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Just For Kids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Recreation & Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Lesson Plan I Available Free with selected DNR videos If you teach social studies or Georgia history, these newly-created lesson plans will help you make DNR's programs part of your curriculum. Look for this logo throughout the catalogue. NEW RELEASES THE SOUTHEASTERN INDIANS For thousands of years, a series of vast and complex civil izations arose and then vanished in the woodlands of the southeastern United States. The Southeastern Indians tells the story of the rise and fall of these ancient cultures. 15 minutes. Also Available on DVD TRAVELER'S REST In the early 1800s, Traveler's Rest enjoyed a reputation as one of the finest stagecoach inns of its day. Join Interpretive Ranger Steven Turk on a tour and learn what life on the road was like nearly 200 years ago. 13 minutes. A TOUR OF THE LAPHAM-PATTERSON HOUSE The unique Lapham-Patterson house, located in south Georgia, is a monument to Victorian craftmenship. Join curator Cheryl Walters Watson on a tour of what she calls " the most daring house in Thomasville: 14 minutes. A QUESTION OF BALANCE: Georgia's Coastal Management Program Few states can claim the rich natural wonders of Georgia's coast. The protection of important ecologica l systems is a priority in coastal Georgia, but this must be balanced with the tremendous population growth taking place along the coast. A Question of Balance explores how Georgia's Coastal Management Program addresses issues important to the people of the coast. 11 minutes. 2 GENERAL INTEREST GEORGIA'S NATURAL TREASURES From the mountains of north Georgia to the wide, deserted beaches of the coast, Georgia is a state fi lled w ith natural wonders beyond compare. It also is one of the fastest growing states in the country. Accommodating th is growth whi le protecting our natural resources is one of the greatest challenges we will face in the 21st century. This short video, w ith its inspiring music and stunning photography, is ideal for use at meetings or with small groups. By sharing the breathtaking beauty of many special places throughout the state, Georgia's Natural Treasures calls viewers to action to protect Georgia's resources. 4:40 minutes. International Television Association, Silver Award GREAT GEORGIA GETAWAYS: STATE PARKS & HISTORIC SITES Georgia is a state f illed w ith natural and cultural wonders beyond compare. These irreplaceable resources are protected and preserved in Georgia's state parks and historic sites. Shot on location throughout the state, Great Georgia Getaways takes you on a special visit to many of these places. From the mountains of north Georgia to the wide, deserted beaches of the coast, and from sunrise over the Okefenokee Swamp to the majestic waterfall at Amicalola Falls, Great Georgia Getaways shares the special beauty of this state's unspoiled natura l areas. The film also explores the variety of events and activities available in state parks, from swimming and golfing to sheep shearing and syrup making on a 19th-century farm. 15 minutes. U.S. International Film & Video Festival, Certificate for Creative Excellence; 18th Annual Telly Awards Winner TALLULAH GORGE Tallulah Gorge is one of the largest canyons in the eastern United States. From end to end, it stretches almost two miles. In places, its sheer rock walls plunge 600 feet to the river below. At its widest point, the distance between its rims is nearly half a mile. Tallulah Gorge takes you on a special journey to one of Georgia's most spectacular natural areas. From raging waterfalls and towering rock formations to clear, deep pools and quiet turns in the river, Tallulah Gorge shares a view of the canyon that few people ever see. From the air, from nearly inaccessible areas of the gorge floor, and from remote parts of the rim, Tallulah Gorge offers a unique look at an extraordinary place. It examines the variety of animals and plants that live within the gorge's eight distinct ecosystems, including the endangered persistent trillium, a plant so rare it is found nowhere else. It also traces the impact people have had on the gorge, from the tourist trade of the late 19th and early 20th centuries to the rock climbers and whitewater kayakers who visit today. 75 minutes. CINE Golden Eagle; U.S. International Film & Video Festival, Certificate for Creative Excellence FLORENCE MARINA STATE PARK Along the Chattahoochee River at the northern end of Lake Walter F. George, Florence Marina State Park is a place where fish, wildlife and people all come together. In this quiet state park, you can fish or canoe, play tennis, putt-putt, or even watch alligators along the lake shores. This video explores the recreational activities at Florence Marina and also offers a brief history of this part of southwest Georgia. In the 1840s, Florence, Georgia, was a major shipping point for cotton and a thriving riverfront town known for its steamboat landings. This program revisits the steamboat era and then looks further back as it examines the sophisticated society developed by Native Americans thousands of years ago in the Chattahoochee Valley. 10 minutes. 3 GEORGIA'S COAST UNDERWATER OASES: GEORGIA'S ARTIFICIAL REEFS In the undersea world off the coast of Georgia, the warm waters of the Atlantic nourish an astonishing variety of life. In the crannies and crevices of offshore reefs, a complex commun ity of marine species finds food and shelter among the sponges and corals that grow here. But off Georgia, natural reefs cover only about 5% of the entire ocean floor. Most of the bottom is a vast, empty expanse of sand that offers little natural habitat for fish. Since 1972, a system of man-made reefs has increased the habitat - and improved the f ishing - off Georgia's coast by providing food and cover for many different kinds of f ish . Like oases in an underwater desert, artificial reefs offer a stark contrast to the barren ocean floor that surrounds them. Underwater Oases: Georgia's Artificial Reefs looks at both man-made and natural reefs. The film also shows how artificial reefs have improved the fishing off Georgia's coast. 28 minutes. Chicago International Film Festival INTERCOM Competition, Gold Plaque; Festival Finalist, American Film & Video Festival; Women in Communications Award for Communications Excellence, Honorable Mention; Columbus International Film Festival, Bronze Award; National Outdoor-Travel Film Festival, Best Outdoor Documentary THE SPIRIT OF SAPELO Some of the last undeveloped areas on the entire East Coast lie along the coast of Georgia. The Spirit of Sapelo explores the breathtaking natural beauty of Sapelo Island's unspoiled beaches and marshes. It highlights some of the fascinating details of the island's history, from pre-Civil War days when Sapelo was filled with working plantations, to Jimmy Carter's visits here while he was President. The Spi rit of Sapelo also looks at life on the island today. The film examines some of the research programs underway at the University of Georgia's Marine Institute. It explores Sapelo's large wildlife refuge and tours the National Estuarine Sanctuary, a 7,400-acre area of undeveloped marsh and high ground. And, The Spirit of Sapelo visits Hog Hammock, a community of black people whose families have been on the island for generations. 28 minutes. CINE Golden Eagle Award; Michigan Outdoor Writers Association Teddy Film Contest, First Place; U.S. Industrial Film Festival, Certificate of Creative Excellence; Industrial Photography Indy Awards, Angenieux Award for Outstanding Creative Cinematography & Second Place; The Photographic Society ofAmerica, Honorable Mention A QUESTION OF BALANCE GEORGIA'S COASTAL MANAGEMENT PROGRAM Few states can claim the rich natural wonders of Georgia's coast. From beautiful unspoiled beaches to pure, clean marshes, the resources of the area attract thousands of visitors and provide the livelihood for many coastal residents. The protection of important ecological systems is a priority in coastal Georgia, but this must be balanced with the tremendous population growth taking place along the coast. This is the challenge faced by the Georgia Coastal Management Program, a partnership among federal, state and local governments. The Coastal Management Program supports vital economic development while, at the same time, it looks for ways to protect the area's valuable natural resources. A Question of Balance explores how the Coastal Management Program addresses issues important to the people of Georgia's coast. 11 minutes. 4 GEORGIA'S HISTORY THE SOUTHEASTERN INDIANS For thousands of years, a series of vast Lesson and complex civilizations arose and then ~ Plan vanished in the woodlands of the south- _ eastern United States. The Indians who bl l.ived here were t he most advanced of any Avallae native people north of Mexico. Yet today, their achievements are largely forgotten or ignored. The Southeastern Indians tells the story of the rise and fall of these ancient cultures . Images of breathtaking beauty combine with a poignant look at the way these early humans lived. An introduction to the history of these native Americans, this is a compelling tale of the struggle and survival of generations. 15 minutes. Also Available on DVD. TRAVELER'S REST In the early 1800s, Traveler's Rest enjoyed a reputation as one of the f inest stagecoach inns of its day. Originally built in 1815 and extensively remodeled in 1837, Traveler's Rest was one of four stagecoach inns located along t he Unicoi Turnpike, which ran from South Ca rolina to Tennessee. Today, the house looks much as it did in its heyday. Join Interpretive Ranger Steven Turk on a tour and learn what life on the road was like nearly 200 years ago. 13 minutes. A TOUR OF THE LAPHAM-PATTERSON HOUSE Join curator Cheryl Walters Watson on a tour of what she calls "the most daring house in Thomasville." In th is south Georgia community known for its many fine Victorian homes, the Lapham-Patterson house stands out as one of the most unusual. Original in design and execution, the Lapham-Patterson house is unique in many ways. Nothing in the house is centered or symmetrical; there are no right angles in any of its 19 rooms. Bui lt entirely of native Georgia heart pine, it was t he f irst house inside the city lim its to have a central gas lighti ng system, and the f irst to have indoor plumbing and closets. Truly a monument to Victorian craftsmanship, the Lapham-Patterson house is a place to visit again and aga in. 14 minutes. 5 A TOUR OF THE CHIEF VANN HOUSE Called the "Showplace of the Cherokee Nation;' the Chief James Vann House stands as a reminder of the Cherokee ~--Lesson influence on American history. Many Allailable people think that American Indians lived in tepees. But the Cherokees of the southeastern United States built wattle and daub dwellings, log cabins, and modern houses. This architecture culminated in the foothills of the north Georgia mountains with the Chief Vann House. A To ur of the Chief Vann House explores from top t o bottom the details of this fascinating structure. From the foundations of the mysterious spiral staircase to the upstairs "coffin rooms; Vann House experts narrate a tour of the house and property and relate some of the history of this extraordinary mansion. 13 minutes. American" lndian Film & Video Competition, Finalist SUNBURY SLEEPS: THE FORGOTTEN TOWN OF SUNBURY, GEORGIA Before the American Revolution, the thriv- Lesson ing seaport of Sunbury, Georgia, rivaled ~ Ian nearby Savannah as Georgia's cultural and economic center. Historians record that per "" square foot, more famous Georgians came Available from Sunbury than any other place in the American southeast. Yet today, not a single original building of the old town remains. Sunbury Sleeps:The Forgotten Town of Sunbury, Georgia explores the history of the old town and the reasons for its decline. Through interviews with some of the region's leading historians, and spectacular photography of beautiful coastal Georgia, Sunbury Sleeps reminds us of the old town's cultural and historical importance. 11 minutes. /TVA, Bronze Award; New York Film Festival, Honorable Mention END OF A DREAM: THE FLIGHT AND CAPTURE OF JEFFERSON DAVIS Jefferson Davis, President of the Lesson Confederacy, led the South through the ~ an hard years of the Civil War. In the spring of 1865, with the war drawing to a close, Available Davis and his cabinet members were forced to flee from Richmond, capital of the Confederacy. Union forces were closing in on the city, and the leaders of the Confederacy had to relocate their seat of government. End of a Dream:The Fl ight and Capture of Jefferson Davis tells the story of Davis's last weeks as president. Davis headed south and west, hoping to reach the Trans- Mississippi territory, where he could meet up with troops who were still fighting to preserve the Confederacy. But he never made it. On May 10, 1865, he was captured in lrwinville, Georgia . With his arrest, the government of the Confederate States of America ceased to exist. End of a Dream traces the hardship and challenge of Davis's journey through a South dominated by Federal forces. Historic photographs, 1860s newspaper engravings, campaign maps and other period illustrations help tell the story, along with dozens of Confederate reenactors who recreate the story of Davis's flight. 18 minutes. A TOUR OF ELIJAH CLARK STATE PARK Revolutionary war hero, frontiersman, and Indian fighter General Elijah Clark was one of the first settlers in the part of Georgia that now lies along Clarks Hill Lake north of Augusta. At Elijah Clark State Park, join historian Dorothy Kay for a tour of a replica of Clark's homestead, including an authentically recreated cabin designed for life on the American frontier. 5 minutes. GEORGIA'S HISTORY THE CHEROKEE NATION: THE STORY OF NEW ECHOTA In the early 1800s, the Cherokee Indians located the capital of their nation in the foot hills of the north Georgia mountains. At New Echota, they wrote a constitution, convened their highest courts, and established a newspaper printed in both English and Cherokee . Lesson ~ an Alrailable The Cherokee Nation: The Story of New Echota traces the history of this community, from its founding in 1825 t hrough its demise in 1838, when the Indians w ere driven out of Cherokee territory. 15 minutes. ECHOES OF THE ALTAMAHA The Altamaha River in coastal Georgia long has been the site of a rich and colorful history. Echoes of the Altamaha traces much of th is history, beginning in the 1500s with the region's earliest recorded inhabitants, the Guale Indians. It then explores the arrival of European settlers and the construction of a British fortification, Fort King George, near Darien. Reenactors portray British soldiers, bringing to life the living and working conditions at the fort. 70 minutes. A TOUR OF LIBERTY HALL: HOME OF ALEXANDER H. STEPHENS Join historian Martha Neal on a fascinating tour of Liberty Hall, the former home of Alexander H. Stephens. Stephens is best remembered as the vicepresident of the Confederate States of America during the Civil War, and as a former governor of Georgia. He lived in this extraordinary house from 1845 to 1883. Today, Liberty Hall has been renovated to its 1875 style and is fully furnished and open for tours. This video provides an in-depth look into the history of this house and property. 14 minutes. 7 THE BATTLE OF PICKETT'S MILL In May of 1864, General William T. Sherman Lesson led three Federal armies south into Georgia. Their objective was Atlanta. ~ J' Plan Buoyed by a string of recent victories, they AlraI"labl headed confidently toward the city that e served as a vital railroad and manufacturing center for the Confederacy. By the end of the month, Union troops were less than 30 miles from Atlanta. But on the afternoon of May 27, in the woods surrounding a small grist mill just 27 miles from the city, they suffered a devastating defeat. In a bloody battle that lasted only a few hours, they lost more than 1,600 men. Confederate casualties that day numbered fewer than 500. The Battle of Pickett's M ill portrays one of the few Federal losses during the campaign for Atlanta - a loss so humiliating that General Sherman ignored it in both his official reports and his personal memoirs. Battlefield photographs, 1860s newspaper engravings, campaign maps, and other period illustrations highlight the story of this forgotten fight. 76 minutes. Columbus International Film Festival, Bronze Plaque FORT MCALLISTER: GUARDIAN OF THE OGEECHEE Fort M cAllister: Guardian of th e Ogeechee explores the history of this Civil War fort. Built to protect Savannah from Northern forces, the fort was virtually impregnable. Constructed of sand, mud, earth, and timber, Fort McAllister could absorb the shock of repeated enemy shellings and be completely rebuilt in only a single night. After surviving seven attacks from the Ogeechee River, Fort McAllister f inally fell to General Sherman during his 1864 March to the Sea. 11 minutes. PATTERNS OF CHANGE: HISTORIC PRESERVATION IN GEORGIA Just as the natura l environment must be protected and conserved, so must the physical environment - the buildings, neighborhoods, and communities that make up Georgia 's cultural heritage. Patterns of Change: Historic Preservation in Georgia explores this heritage. Shot on location throughout Georgia, it tells the story of a number of commun it ies and their commitment to preserving their past. As it examines the changes in lifestyle that have made our commun it ies what they are today, it looks at many of the houses, shops, and offices that make up our neighborhoods and commercial districts . These irreplaceable historic resources are important, not simply because they are old, but because they contain so many memories of the way we, as a people, have lived. 28 minutes. Houston International Film Festival, Gold Award; U.S. Film and Video Festival, Certificate for Creative Excellence; Citation of Excellence, Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation A TOUR OF HAMBURG MILL Step back in time as you learn how corn was ground into meal in the days before electricity. Hamburg Mill is one of t he few water-powered grist m ills still in operation in Georgia. W ith symbols of our heritage disappearing rapidly, places like Hamburg are important reminders of the way life used to be. This short program offers a step-by-step explanation of the way the m ill works. 6 minutes. THE PEOPLE OF HOFWYL-BROADFIELD From its earliest days as a rice plantation to Lesson its later incarnation as a dairy farm, Hofwyl- ~ Ian Broadfield Plantation remained in the same family for five generations. Through hurri- "" canes, wars, and mortgages, they pre- Available served their land and their history. In The People of Hofwyl-Broadfield, excerpts from letters, memoirs, and diaries combine with dramatic pictures to bring th is remarkable story to life. In 1973, after the death of the last family member, Hofwyl-Broadfield was conveyed to the state of Georgia. It is now "...a proper memorial to the men and women of the family, and to...the slaves...who had worked this Altamaha lowland." The People of Hofwyl-Broadfield tells the story of all the people black and white - who devoted their lives to Hofwyl-Broadfield Plantation. 77 minutes. GOLD FEVER Twenty years before the great California gold rush of 1848, thousands of miners f locked to the mountains of northeast Lesson ~ an Georgia to seek their fortunes. Although Available gold had been discovered in other parts of the country much earlier, never before had so many people come together so quickly to search for the pre- cious yellow metal. This was the first major gold rush in the United States, and since the 1830s, life in Dahlonega has revolved around gold. For generations, the miners born and bred in the Georgia mountains struggled to survive. Day after day and year after year, the promise of striking it rich kept them going. Through conversations with members of these longtime mining families, Gold Fever explores this way of life - from the hunger and hardships that were commonplace to the rare, joyous celebrations when gold was easy to find . Gold Fever also presents for the first time a remarkable collection of historical photographs and newsreel footage of Georgia mining through the years. 27 minutes. 8 WILDLIFE & NATURE THE EDGE OF EXTINCTION As we move into the 21st century, we face enormous changes in our environment. And, for the most part, the changes are not good. The Edge of Extinction explores the plight of endangered species in Georgia. Dramatic footage of the rare~t large whale in the world, black-and-white film of the extinct ivory-billed woodpecker, fascinating pictures of sea turtles nesting at night, and spectacu lar underwater pictures of manatees highlight the stories of these species. They, along with brown pelicans, alligators, wood storks, and many other rare and unusual creatures, tell the story of Georgia's endangered wildlife. Today, many of our wild things are threatened as never before. The Edge of Extinction offers fascinating insights into the lives of the creatures we share the earth with. 55 minutes. U.S. International Film & Video Festival, Silver Screen Award; National Educational Media Network, Bronze Apple; North American Outdoor FilmNideo Academy, Honorable Mention; 18th Annual Telly Awards, Winner; Cindy Award, Silver REMNANTS OF A FOREST For thousands of years, a wilderness of longleaf pine trees ranged across the American southeast. Through the years, at least 96% of this habitat has been lost. Today, the longleaf pine forest of the southeastern United States is one of North America's most endangered ecosystems. Remnants of a Forest explores Georgia's last stands of this extraordinary wildlife habitat. Narrated by George Page, the internationally acclaimed host of PBS's Nature series, this program focuses on the plants and animals that depend on this ecosystem for survival. From the sandy forest f loor where gopher tortoises dig their deep burrows to the treetops where the endangered red-cockaded woodpecker nests, the longleaf pine forest is one of Georgia's great natural treasures. 27 minutes. New York Film Festival, Finalist; /TVA Cincinnati, Golden Reel; Georgia /TVA, Silver Award; Worldfest Charleston, Silver Award; North American Outdoor FilmNideo Academy, 2nd place; U.S. International Film & Video Festival, Certificate for Creative Excellence; 18th Annual Telly Awards, Winner; Cindy Award, Silver 9 PRECARIOUS PERCH: THE WOOD STORK STORY Precarious Perch:The Wood Stork Story introduces viewers to this country's only stork. Remarkable wildlife footage captures the daily routine of wood storks in the remote rookeries where they live. The program follows them through four months of nesting and raising young. It also highlights their unusual, highly specialized method of catching fish. Precarious Perch:The Wood Stork Story explores the reasons for the dramatic decline of wood stork populations in the United States. It also examines some of the ways scientists are searching for solutions to these problems. 20 minutes CINE Golden Eagle Award; 17th International Wildlife Film Festival, Merit Award; U.S. International Film & Video Festival, Silver Screen Award; Columbus International Film & Video Festival, Honorable Mention WHITETAILS: CREATURES OF THE WOODS Whitetails: Creatures of the Woods looks at the complete life cycle of Georgia's white-tailed deer. Through its impressive wildlife photography, Whitetails offers an unusual look at behavior patterns, courtship and mating habits, and many other rarely seen traits. From the birth of fawns in the spring to the antler growth that continues through the fall and winter, the film examines every aspect of the lives of these fascinating animals. Whitetails also explores the history of deer populations in Georgia. Although these animals once were plentiful, the last deer had disappeared from the Georgia mountains by the turn of the 20th century. A look at the sophisticated wildlife management programs begun after World War II explains the resurgence of the herd, which today numbers between 800,000 and 1 m illion. Whitetails offers the first and only comprehensive look at Georgia's white-tailed deer. 28 minutes. CINE Golden Eagle Award; National Outdoor-Travel Film Festival, Best Ecology Documentary; Houston International Film Festival, Silver Award; U.S. Industrial Film Festival, Certificate of Creative Excellence THE ROAD TO EXTINCTION: WILL WE SAVE THE PLANTS? Long before even the earliest forms of animal life appeared on earth, plants covered the planet. Yet, in many parts of t he world, plants are disappearing faster than they can be found. In the last 500 years, we have lost about 200 wildlife species. But in a single year, hundreds of plants may vanish. The Road to Extinction: W ill We Save the Plants? exam ines the status of rare and endangered plants in Georgia. Of the more than 3,600 species of plants in this state, almost 250 are on the verge of disappearing in the wild . From t he insect-eating green pitcher plant to the m iniscule pool sprite, W ill We Save the Plants? looks at a number of these species in their native habitats . This program also investigates the reasons these plants are being pushed toward extinction and looks at attempts to save them. 28 minutes THE STRUGGLE FOR SURVIVAL: GEORGIA'S GIANT SEA TURTLES In The Struggle for Su rvival, dramatic footage shows giant loggerheads as they leave the security of their home in the sea to come ashore to lay their eggs. The program includes rare footage of nest construction and egg laying. It goes on to show tiny hatchlings scrambling out of the nest and across the beach, heading for the ocean . The Struggle for Surviva l looks at some of the problems that have pushed sea turtles towards extinction. It also documents ways scientists are searching for solutions to these problems. And, it offers concrete suggestions for individuals who want to help protect sea turtles . 13 minutes North American Outdoor Film & Video Awards, Second Place FROM WHALING TO WATCHING: THE NORTHERN RIGHT WHALE Of all the large whales in the world, the most endangered are the northern right whales. For millions of years, these magnificent creatures roamed the oceans. Today, fewer than 300 survive. Despite decades of protection as an endangered species, their population is appallingly low. Filmed from Nova Scotia to Florida, From Whaling to Watchi ng features spectacular footage of these rare whales. As they migrate along the east coast of the United States, right whales travel south from their breeding grounds in Nova Scotia. Their journey ends off the Georgia/Florida coast, where the females give birth. Dramatic footage shot along their migratory route shows whales mating, feeding, and swimming. Until the 1980s, scientists knew very little about northern right whales. From Whal ing to Watching explores what has been learned since then, and looks at many of the threats facing right whales today. By teaching us about northern right whales, From Whaling to Watching makes us realize that we all have a role to play in protecting the most endangered of the large whales. 20 minutes. Association for Conservation Information, 2nd place; International Wildlife Film Festival, Best of Category/Finalist; International Television Association, Silver Reel; /TVA Georgia Festival, Silver Award; Cindy Award, Silver THE WILD TURKEY The largest upland game bird in North America, the wild turkey has an uncanny ability to detect anything out of the ordinary in its surroundings. With its amazing eyesight and hearing, its keen reactions, and its wariness in the woods, the wild turkey is one of the most elusive creatures in the Georgia woods. The Wild Turkey traces the complete life cycle of this fascinating bird. From rarely seen footage of mating behavior to unusual pictures of the birds as they nest and raise their young, the outstanding wildlife photography of The Wild Tu rkey offers an unusual look at an extraordi- nary animal. 28 minutes. Columbus International Film Festival, Bronze Plaque; Chicago International Film Festival INTERCOM Competition, Silver Plaque 10 JUST FOR KIDS TALKING ABOUT SEA TURTLES Talking About Sea Turtles introduces ch ildren in grades K through 5 to the giant loggerhead sea turtle. The program begins w ith dramatic pictures of the huge turtles coming ashore to lay their eggs at night. It goes on to show tiny hatchlings scrambling out of the nest and across the beach to their home in the sea. Written in a style that's easy for children to understand, Talking About Sea Turtles introduces some of the problems that have pushed sea turtles toward extinction, and offers concrete suggestions about ways kids can help solve some of these problems. This program is an introduction to an importa nt environmental issue, created at a level that will entertain and educate elementary school children. 73 minutes. CINE Golden Eagle Award; International Film & Video Festival, Silver Screen Award; National Educational Film & Video Festival, Silver Award; International Wildlife Film Festival, Merit Award; Columbus International Film & Video Festival, Bronze Plaque TALKING ABOUT WOOD STORKS Designed for children in grades K through 5, Talking About Wood Storks visits wood storks in the rookeries where they live. Through its highly-accomplished wildlife photography, Talking About Wood Storks shares unusual scenes of the birds during four months of nesting and ra ising young. It follows them on their journey to nearby feeding grounds and highlights their unusual, highly specialized method of catching fish. It also introduces a young audience to some of the problems that have pushed wood storks toward extinction. Talking About Wood Storks is written in a style that w ill entertain elementary school children while it introduces them to important environmental concepts. 73 minutes. Birmingham International Educational Film Festival, Best of Category, U.S. International Film & Video Festival, Silver Screen Award; 17th International Wildlife Film Festival, Merit Award FIRST TIME FISHING When a teen-aged girl reluctantly agrees to take her little brother fishing, she doesn't realize that she'll be teaching him many of the lessons she learned the first time her grandfather took her fishing. Written in a style that's easy for children to understand, FirstT ime Fishing introduces them to the fundamental skills of fishing. Through entertaining and amusing sequences, they learn to cast, to t ie a hook on the line, and to put bait on the hook. They also learn important lessons about sportsmanship and safety. 75 minutes. 11 RECREATION & SAFETY THE PLEASURES OF FISHING You don't have to be an experienced angler to have a good time f ishing. And you don 't have to be a fisherman at all to enjoy The Pleasures of Fishing. If you appreciate the beauty of the outdoors...if you value time w ith friends and family...if you look forward to getting away from the pressures of day-to-day activit ies... you 'll enjoy the beauty and warmth of this special film. The Pleasu res of Fishi ng is not a "how-to" f ish ing f ilm. Instead, it brings you real people sharing their real feelings about why they like to fish . And, again and again, their comments reveal that fishing is m uch more than just catching fish . Whether it's a city family getting away for a mountain weekend, or a grandfather spending special t ime with his granddaughter, f ishing is an experience that draws people together. 14 minutes. North American Outdoor Film & Video Awards, First Place; National Educational Film & Video Festival, Bronze Award; National Outdoor Travel Film Festival, First Place; International Wildlife Film Festival, Merit Award; Columbus International Film &Video Festival, Honorable Mention SAFETY ON THE WATER: A GUIDE TO BOATING IN GEORGIA Boating safety...it's something many of us don't think about until it's too late. Safety on the Water: A Gu ide to Boating in Georgia offers a clear, concise explanation of the rules and regulations that govern boating. It does more than just list the laws, though. Safety on the Water shares the fun and excitement of sailing, fishing, skiing, canoeing, and kayaking on Georgia's lakes, rivers, and coastal waters. With its entertaining mix of activities on the water and discussions of boating regulations, this is a film every boater should see. 27 minutes. National Outdoor-Travel Festival, Best Boating and Water Sports Film; National Committee on Films for Safety, First Place; U.S. Industrial Film Festival, Silver Screen Award; Indy Awards, Second Place PRINCE OF GAME BIRDS: THE BOBWHITE QUAIL Although Prince of Game Birds:The Bobwhite Qua il was designed for quail hunters and for landowners who want quail on their property, anyone interested in the outdoors will enjoy this film. Through its outstanding wildlife photography, Prince of Gam e Birds traces the life cycle of quail throughout the year. It also shares the excitement of quail hunting, as it explores the challenge of finding and hitting a small, fast moving, and often unpredictable target. And, Prince of Game Bi rds examines some of the techniques landowners can use to attract more quail to their property. 28 minutes. 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