Ken Burns' National Parks series available free online at wpt. org until 9 October

From: Connie Lane
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Matt and anyone else interested,

WPT (WI Public Television) is making the Ken Burn's National Parks series aired recently available free online to viewers through 9 October 09.

Here is the link for all of the episodes:

http://www.pbs.org/nationalparks/watch-video/#872

Enjoy

Connie

Harold Bradley in Ken Burns' National Parks

Just thought you'd like to know that Harold Bradley is featured in Part 6 of Ken Burns' National Parks documentary (currently showing on PBS)!! That's the same Harold Bradley who founded Hoofers in 1931 and for whom the Bradley Hoofer Lounge is named. In the 1950s he helped prevent dams from being constructed in Dinosaur National Monument. http://www.pbs.org/nationalparks/people/behindtheparks/. Very cool.

If you get a chance, watch Part 6 of 'National Parks: America's Best Idea.' (Actually, watch the whole series if you have time.) If the 'Heeler' program is ever brought back, watching this documentary should be the first task new members undertake.

happy hoofing,
Mary Collins
outing club pres

[Photo courtesy of www.pbs.org]

Ken Burns "National Parks: America's Best Idea"

From: Mary Collins
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The NATIONAL PARKS PBS Series by Ken Burns! http://www.pbs.org/nationalparks/history/ep2/

What is it? The most sumptuous visual experience of your life (or, at least, of this week). Renowned documentary filmmaker Ken Burns (don't let the haircut deceive you; he's awesome) has created a 12-hour long series about the history of America's National Parks.

Where: a TV, anywhere. PBS.

When: The films are shown in 2-2.5 hour segments for six days. They started last Sunday. Tonight is part three of six. It starts at 8pm on PBS and I believe repeats at 10pm. Yes, you might have to miss Grey's Anatomy or Jon and Kate plus 8 this week, but trust me, it's worth it.

Why: Who better than Hoofers can appreciate the rich history of the National Parks system and the amazing scenery all over this film? The basic premise of the film is something I think most Hoofers and outdoor folk can relate to: how Americans perceive, connect with, and respect or disrespect 'Nature.' What's more, UW Geography/History Professor BILL CRONON (!!!) is one of main interviewees and advisers of the film. If you've ever taken his American Environmental History course, you know what a brilliant and delightful historian he is. The man is a legend....I can't even talk about it.

Feed your mind. Watch this series!

Mary