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

Geology Overview of Grand Teton National Park

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.

Geology of Mount Moran

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

Geology Animation

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

Geology of the Teton Fault

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 come here each year.

Rock Fall

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

Geology of Valley Forge

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

Glacier's Geologic History

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 desert ecosystem.

Biological Soil Crust

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.

Geology

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.

Potholes

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

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.

Secrets of the Past

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.

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Soil, Stones, & Rocks

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