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In this episode we reveal how recruiting our next generation of outdoor enthusiasts and conservation careers will help manage and preserve America's natural resources for everyone to enjoy for generations to come.
You may not have expected Einstein's Law of Thermodynamics, biochemical processes, and dairy farms to be so related but… that's the wonderful thing about science. You never know what may be interconnected.
Thousands of outdated dams across the country no longer generate power and block rivers that once flowed freely to places like the Great Lakes or oceans. And that blocks fish species and disrupts the entire energy transfer in an ecosystem. That's why more and more communities struggle with the challenges and innovative solutions to removing outdated and sometimes potentially hazardous dams. This episode explores the dilemma of America's outdated dams, and restoring rivers with connectivity.
Two Into The Outdoors teens are challenged to discover and test their shooting skills using a variety of bows and arrows, then shotguns on sporting clays in the cactus outback of Arizona. They'll get professional instruction on bow and firearm safety plus shooting techniques before their skills are tested in their shooting competition... may the top gun (or bow) win!
In this episode, Adventure Team members Zach and Bella set out to find the best ways to get your family geared up for a fishing and boating adventure! From learning the basics of fishing, like essential gear and different types of fish, to understanding how anglers can help keep fish habitats healthy, they uncover everything you need to know before you and your family cast a line. Zach and Bella also try their hands at wakeboarding, and quickly learn that there are countless ways to have fun safely out on the water!
In this Into the Outdoors episode, we head west to Wyoming and South Dakota to see how hunting and an appreciation for the land has impacted the lives of two young women.
In this episode, we hear four stories about the work that goes into preserving National Marine Sanctuaries, which are underwater parks that protect America's natural and cultural marine resources. These stories, part of the Office of National Marine Sanctuaries' "Into the Blue" series, feature people and organizations who are doing amazing and innovative things to help make the world a better place and show that anyone can be a marine steward.
Drowning is as serious as it sounds, and it's a leading cause of accidental death among children. In this Into the Outdoors episode, Adventure Team members Zach and Sophia plan to rent a boat and go fishing. Once they arrive at the marina, they realize they're in way over their heads. Come along as they get a crash course in boating safety education.
This program explores various fishing opportunities where kids can catch their first fish both in the inner cities of Pennsylvania and in the remote National forests of Michigan.
Join the Into The Outdoors explorers as they dive into the physics and science of unraveling Einstein's law of thermodynamics relating to Savvy Sustainability.
So what's the big news with such a little bean? That's exactly what the team explores as they unravel the history and mystery of this little legume. In revealing the historic roots of the soybean, the ITO kids uncover the secret within the plant's roots of converting atmospheric nitrogen into nitrogen in the soil – which naturally fertilizes the plants. They also explore how this nitrogen link benefits all kinds of creatures in our food chain – including humans. But perhaps one of the more interesting aspects of this little bean is how it's used in all kinds of industries – from food production to making bio-fuels and plastics.
Lace up your hiking boots as our adventure team explores the mysteries both big and small along Wisconsin's scenic Ice Age Trail. From east to west, they hike with experts on different sections of this 1000-mile trail to discover glacial mysteries such as drumlins, moraines, eskers, kames, potholes and kettles. They also find some surprises along the way that hiss and croak, while uncovering some truly weird science about what glaciers did to the land some 13,000 years ago. And of course they also reveal interesting history from prehistoric to present and how it impacts everyone who lives in the badger state and treks...Into the Outdoors!
Better grab your energy bars, extra water, sunblock and adventure gear if you hope to keep up with our kids as they embark on one of the biggest adventures of their lives in The Amazing Eco-Trek Race. Josh, Caroline, Emma, and Jacob begin a gauntlet of physical and mental tests where they are scored on how they face challenges in four environments across Wisconsin. From paddling, to caving, to archery, and biking, they discover new things about their physical limitations while learning many of nature's secrets in some wild places. Their amazing race offers some unexpected twists and turns as fear, doubt, and fatigue creep into the competition. See who makes it to the finish line and what they learned along their remarkable journey.
America's Hunter Legacy explores the history of hunting in North America and the evolution of "wildlife conservation"... including how it's funded through regulated hunting and fishing. Our adventure team joins wildlife biologists in the field as they investigate the science of wildlife management of two prominent species; the white-tailed deer, and the American black bear. And to get a sense of how some people combine their hunter heritage with family values, the love of the outdoors and being more sustainable, we reveal what motivates them to become such active participants in America's conservation legacy.
The team explores how avian stewardship is helping provide habitat for a variety of bird species and how everyday people can become part of this growing ecosystem movement.
This episode examines some of the careers that surround soy production. Whether its being a veterinarian for large animals, flying drones, brokering commodities or selling and repairing farm equipment, various skill sets complement the life of a soybean farmer.
To discover sources and solutions to pollution in watersheds across Wisconsin, our team of "Eco-investigators" wade into the science of water quality. From climbing rooftops in Milwaukee to kayaking down remote rivers, the show explores the challenges and technology experts use in protecting our precious water resources.
Today, thousands of communities across the country face the challenges of removing outdated dams that threaten to fail. So they wrestle with the questions of how to remove these old dams and how can dammed rivers be restored? This show reveals how one community struggled to discover the real worth of their river, then worked through the social, emotional and scientific aspects of removing their dam. Watch this program and you'll also see how they used similar emotion in science to help in restoring an ecosystem that had been impounded for over 100 years.
Our Adventure team explores the survival strategies of various species found near the Lac du Flambeau Indian reservation.They join various science experts to reveal how certain species overcome the extremes in weather and other environmental factors to survive, each with their own unique adaptations. With the help of native historians, they also walk back in time to discover how the Lac du Flambeau Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Indians survived in the pasturing a blend of traditional and adaptation.
Join our adventure team as they explore the science and technology of today's dairy farming. Spanning the history of old-time milking to the hi-tech present, the hosts discover how the dairy industry has changed dramatically in the past 100 years from raising cows to milking them.
What happens when two kids messing with their cell phones in class get assigned a summer school mission... to go fishin' They discovery a combination of outdoor lessons about friends, family, boating safety, fish biology, and exploring our National Forests. Join the fun and surprises of what happens when they test newfound angling skills on seven different species of fish, plus navigating wilderness lakes in the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest of northern Wisconsin. And get ready to yell, FISH ON!
Two teens discover the secrets to the art of fishing for red-fish, snook and sea trout while learning the challenges of becoming the Everglade's newest "junior fishing guides".
Lace up your hiking boots as our adventure team explores the mysteries both big and small along Wisconsin's scenic Ice Age Trail. From east to west, they hike with experts on different sections of this 1000-mile trail to discover glacial mysteries such as drumlins, moraines, eskers, kames, potholes and kettles. They also find some surprises along the way that hiss and croak, while uncovering some truly weird science about what glaciers did to the land some 13,000 years ago. And of course they also reveal interesting history from prehistoric to present and how it impacts everyone who lives in the badger state and treks.
What begins as an anthropology assignment at the mammoth museum turns into a cave-man discovery cook-off where the kids learn and test their "Clovis" skills for securing wild game to feed their clan. The kids even get cast back in time 15,000 years to test their survival skills against Paleo mega-fauna such as woolly mammoths.
This show explores various fishing opportunities where kids can catch their first fish both in the inner cities of Pennsylvania and in the remote National forests of Michigan.
Our team of science investigators get their feet wet with the challenge of discovering where clean water comes from and all the people and science involved in the process of making it safe to drink. Mission Control pulls out the hi-tech bag of tricks in sending the team of "water investigators" to water production facilities across the state "going under cover" as water worker "trainees" as they reveal the true story of how water works with experts in the field.
The science sleuths investigate how plants can create life from the raw elements in the environment, with some even making their own fertilizer from air. They also explore the different ways plants are grown and pollinate, and the vast variety of uses and products for almost every aspect of modern life. This episode is sure to "grow" on your perception of how plants impact our everyday lives.
What is the difference of a protected vs. a preserved forest and how are our lives enriched from proper forest management? These answers and more fill up this half-hour as we follow the practices of a naturalist and sustainable harvesting technicians.
History shows that rivers are essential to building thriving communities, but who does a river really belong to? The Ottaway describes the life and livelihood a river provides to both human and natural communities through the perspectives of all who depend on it. Explore with your students the struggle for balance and viability that humans must mitigate to both use rivers to support cities and keep natural areas healthy for wildlife. A team of students explores the history and future of humanity's relationship with the Boardman River. A story unfolds about the challenges of trying to turn back the hands of time by removing dams to once again connect the river with the waters of Lake Michigan.
More than ever, people are searching for ways to become more sustainable in their homes, communities and as citizens of Planet Earth. In Sensible Sustainable Solutions, our "green team" travel around the countryside exploring sustainable options and solutions to healthier lives, lands and waters. Using a combination of their drone's eyes in the sky, on the ground experts and digging into the earth itself, they reveal how everyone can make the Planet more sustainable. From the green waters of Green Bay's hypoxic zone to the lush landscapes of Green Bay Botanical Garden, you'll discover simple and sensible ways to create healthier ecosystems wherever you live. Who knows, maybe you'll even grow a green thumb by "going green."
Two teens are challenged to discover and test their shooting skills using a variety of bows and arrows, then shotguns on sporting clays in the cactus outback of Arizona...may the top gun (or bow) win!
Follow our hosts and Coolbean, the coolest soybean around, as they discover the ways that the soybean industry is environmentally, economically, and socially sustainable. What does the future hold for soybeans? Watch to find out!
This episode unravels some of the foundational chemistry that affects everything on planet earth. It begins with the primary conversion of simple chemicals into complex compounds that form the building blocks of all life. Using the further conversions that occur in a dairy cow, the team decodes how plant material is converted to a variety of dairy-related foods that impact our lives. They also explore both the history and hands-on science that viewers can take into their kitchens to learn more for themselves with simple experiments about the chemistry of life.
So what's the big news with such a little bean? That's exactly what the team explores as they unravel the history and mystery of this little legume. In revealing the historic roots of the soybean, the kids uncover the secret within the plant's roots of converting atmospheric nitrogen into nitrogen in the soil - which naturally fertilizes the plants. They also explore how this nitrogen link benefits all kinds of creatures in our food chain - including humans. But perhaps one of the more interesting aspects of this little bean is how it's used in all kinds of industries - from food production to making bio-fuels and plastics.
This episode explores the mysterious world of Wisconsin's only living fossil, the lake sturgeon. This prehistoric throwback that once faced possible extinction is a conservation success story with the restored populations in Lake Winnebago. In fact, they're the big lake has one of the highest sturgeon concentrations in the world. Ongoing conservation and restoration programs shared between Native American tribes and the DNR, combine the latest in technology with tradition to ensure the future of this remarkable giant fish. Bring your waders and nerve as our team wrestle fish bigger than they are in tagging and relocation programs with fish biologist along the Wolf River.
Join our adventure team as they dive into the science and real life farming practices of Wisconsin's beef industry. From nutrition to cooking, they explore fun and useful information that will help make you beef savvy in the store, on the grill, or at the farm. So come on, it's time to beef up your knowledge and head.
Going undercover as "kids on a mine tour" our investigators reveal the technology and physics of a modern industrial sand mine. They focus on the science and practices that impact the environment while decoding the unique geology behind the secrets of what makes something as simple as sand so darned valuable.
Did you ever consider the fact that the fuel in your car's gas tank is mostly ancient sequestered carbon about 400 million years old? But part of that mixture is also modern recycled carbon made from today's renewable fuels like ethanol and biodiesel. In this show, you'll discover how science and technology can convert corn, corn oil, beef fat and even used French-fry grease into modern biofuels. Learn how engineers convert the stored energy in a kernel of corn into high-octane fuel that makes your engine run smoother while reducing the percentage of greenhouse gas from your exhaust.
Join our adventure team as they wade into the murky science of understanding our wetlands workings and ecosystems. They paddle, splash, and probe their way across various wetlands to discover the water cycles, ecology, and human influences that impact Wisconsin wetlands. So come on, it's time to roll up your pant legs and leap-frog into your knowledge of these wet and wild places as we head ...into the Outdoors.
Our adventure team helps unravel the complex chemistry and physics of how a hi-tech oil refinery turns worthless heavy crude into the transportation fuels that drive and fly our society. You won't believe what they uncover in rearranging hydrocarbon molecules like Legos! They also explore the refinery's impacts on local air and water quality.
Hang on as our adventure team zip lines their way through the trees and science of understanding forest management and related ecosystems. They explore from high canopies all the way to the leaf litter to uncover the lifecycle or Wisconsin's recyclable forests. Along the way, they team up with experts who manage, harvest and produce the various forest products that we use every day. But beware of venturing into strange places. like the weird world without forest products, as we head...Into the Outdoors.
This episode explores waste resource management and how youth can become stewards of sustainability. It looks at all that goes into a landfill, how recycling happens, what to do about new emerging hazardous waste products and the future of the industry through the eyes of young leaders.
Our youth leaders are tasked with preparing a special fish dinner for their grandparent by catching one of the most prized fish, the walleye! They must dive into fish biology, master fishing techniques, and crack myths in order to discover avenues for others to sustainable harvest this elusive fish all year round.