California
- $19.95 DVD All Regions Worldwide
Item Code : NWON17671
DVD. Nature Wonders. 10 Minutes. The sky shines cloudless and blue above the 2,000 square kilometres of Joshua Tree National Park in California. Both the fame and name of the park is derived from the innumerable and fantastic Joshua Trees that adorn its natural landscape. The southern section of the national park is influenced by the hot and arid Sonora Desert while in the higher altitudes of the north, is the cooler Mojave Desert. Joshua Tree was given its name in the 19th century when a group of Mormons traveled across it while traveling to San Bernardino. The branches of the trees were reminiscent to them of arms pointing up to the heavens. Toward the end of the 19th century, when the gold mines in the north of California had been stripped bare, the rocks of this region suddenly created much interest. The precious metal was indeed discovered in some areas of the Little San Bernardino Mountains and for some, it brought vast fortunes. But today, the wealth of this region lies in its untouched wilderness and impressive beauty. - $24.95 DVD All Regions
Item Code : FNLY17672
Finley-Holiday Films. DVD. All Regions A LANDSCAPE OF SUPERLATIVES At the southern end of California's Sierra Nevada sits a place of wonder. It is a landscape of superlatives: home to the biggest trees, the deepest canyons and the tallest mountains. In this fully-narrated Second Edition DVD, experience cathedral-like sequoia groves, deep underground caverns, lush mountain meadows and glacier-carved canyons. Highlights include visits to Giant Forest, Grant Grove, Moro Rock, Kings Canyon, Mineral King, Crystal Cave and Mt. Whitney. WILDLIFE, PARK HISTORY & MORE Sequoia and Kings Canyon are home to a fascinating mixture of wildlife - black bear, deer, chickaree, pine marten and a variety of birds. Learn about the amazing Sequoias, the role of fire and park history. Great DVD bonus features! Cinematography by Russ Finley. DVD SPECIAL FEATURES! ? Bears! of the Lower 48 ? Sequoia-Kings Canyon Quiz ? Caves of Sequoia ? Hike to Mt Whitney ? 27 New Species Discovered ? Giant Sequoia Smashes SUV ? Sequoia Music Video Chapter Search - $24.95 DVD All Regions Worldwide
Item Code : FNLY17673
Finley-Holiday Films. DVD. All Regions Come explore the unknown gems of Sequoia National Park as we visit the underground world found there. From the alpine caves of the high country to the remote canyons of the Kaweah River, join us as we crawl, climb and rappel through dozens of the over 200 caves found throughout the park. Along the way, you ll learn about the geologic forces that created so many caves, you ll see some of the animals that call the caves home, and you ll learn the interesting human history of cave exploration in Sequoia, all from people who know the caves best! Written, photographed and edited by Steve M. Bumgardner - $24.95 DVD All Regions Worldwide
Item Code : NATP17674
DVD. Nature Parks The stunning rock formations of The Valley of Fire are located about a 60 minute drive from the U.S.A.'s famous gambling city of Las Vegas. The impressive rock formations of the Valley of Fire are the geological monuments of time immemorial, its deep canyons and caves far removed from civilization. Here, isolation reigns supreme, including silence and an infinity of calm. This is a realm of fantasy where it's possible to see countless fascinating images in the rock as the imagination runs riot and creates something new with each blink of the eye. The rocks are often between 100 and 200 metres high and during summer time, the unyielding temperature reaches between 50? - 60? Celsius (122? F - 140? F). Over the centuries, various rodents and reptiles have conquered this landscape including iguanas, lizards, rabbits as well as rattlesnakes, foxes, the roadrunner and the desert turtle. The fiery colors of the artistically weathered stone sculptures, rock domes and bridges continuously burn into the landscape. Some of the gigantic formations appear precarious and vulnerable and give the impression that they could collapse at any moment. In the early evening sun, the Valley of Fire is like a Martian landscape, the red color of the rock being even brighter and more intense as the sky darkens dramatically, the clouds hanging darkly and mysteriously over the fire-like mountains. An exciting climax to this blazing spectacle of nature. - $24.95 DVD All Regions Worldwide
Item Code : FNLY17675
Finley-Holiday Films. DVD. All Regions. This fully narrated tour explores the incredible mountain scenery, wildlife, moods and geology of Yosemite National Park. From the forested Valley floor to the rugged High Sierra backcountry, this special collectors' edition presents the best of Yosemite. Two hours of video in all! BONUS DVD - This collectors' edition includes a bonus DVD - Bears in Our National Parks - an in-depth look at the challenge of bears in Yosemite and America's parklands. DVD EXTRAS - This special edition contains DVD extras that explore unique aspects of Yosemite, including longtime park traditions such as horseback riding and a brief look back at the famous Yosemite Firefalls DISC1: Discovering Yosemite DVD EXTRAS ? Yosemite Music Video ? Yosemite on Horseback ? Picture Gallery ? Historical Bonus: Firefalls ? Multi-Language Subtitles - The main program is narrated in English, but also features subtitles in German, French and Japanese DISC2: Bears in Our National Parks DVD EXTRAS ? Bear Quiz ? Bears Music Video ? Bears in Yosemite ? Bonus Parks- where the bears are: Yellowstone, Glacier, Great Smokies, Sequoia, Yosemite - $24.95 DVD All Regions Worldwide
Item Code : NATP17676
DVD. Nature Parks Majestic, 1,000 metre high rock walls flank a magnificent valley, the heart of the world famous Yosemite National Park located in California's Sierra Nevada. The first thing that strikes most visitors to the park is its spectacular waterfalls which are the highest on the entire North American Continent. They plunge down more than 700 metres. At Yosemite Falls, the water from Yosemite Creek falls from the elevated regions of the Sierra Nevada down into the valley below. For several centuries, long before any white settlers reached the valleys of today's park, the area that surrounded the Merced River was the sole domain of the Native American Indian. For almost 4,000 years, this was the hunting ground of the Awanitshi Indians. In bygone times, the Indians called today's Bridal Veil Fall, `Pohono', The Spirit of the Wind. The name is most apt because the water is continuously forced away from the rock walls and the height of the waterfall is equivalent to around 62 storys. In the northern more inaccessible sections of the park, the cold and clear water of the streams flow into the Tuolmne River. The source of the water that travels into the Merced River is a combination of several creeks that are located in the 3,000 metre high alpine regions of both the Cathedral and Clarke Mountain Ranges. The park's prehistoric Mammoth Trees are truly gigantic and their trunks can reach a diameter of nearly 10 metres and a height of up to 70. The mighty trees are real natural wonders and are even protected from fire by their 50 centimetre thick bark. Strong tan acids prevent insects from attacking the wood and it's not uncommon to come across trees that are 1,000 years old. Yosemite is a truly splendid example of enchanting natural scenery with all the magnificence and artistry of water, gentle, powerful and at its most captivating. - $19.95 VHS NTSC
Item Code : FNLY17677
VHS. Finley-Holiday Films. Featuring the beautiful cinematography of Russ Finley, this all-new program explores the park's fascinating geologic and natural history, and captures the seasons and splendor of the wondrous mountains that naturalist John Muir called the "Range of Light." From the pristine solitude of a winter snowstorm, to the roaring exuberance of Yosemite in springtime, this is the best of Yosemite. Hi-fi Stereo c 2000. Stereo Hi-Fi. 45 minutes. - $24.95 DVD All Regions Worldwide
Item Code : FNLY17678
Finley-Holiday Films. DVD. All Regions. There are few experiences that compare to a trail ride through one of America's greatest natural treasures! This fully narrated program captures the tradition of exploring Yosemite National Park on horse and mule and lets you hear first-hand from Yosemite s wranglers, packers and mounted patrol rangers. Featured are rides from all three stables: Wawona, Yosemite Valley and Tuolumne, including breathtaking rides to Yosemite s high country, Half Dome, Clark Point, Mirror Lake and more. Great DVD Extras: Yosemite wranglers reveal behind-the-scenes stories, mounted patrol rangers talk of the value of horses and mules to the National Park Service. If you ride in Yosemite, you ll want this DVD! DVD SPECIAL FEATURES ? Trail Ride Highlights ? Valley, Tuolumne & Wawona Stables Trips ? Behind the Scenes Stuff ? Yosemite Horseback Quiz ? BONUS VIDEO ? A Link to the Past - A tradition stretching from buffalo soldiers to today s visitors. ? Wild Wranglers - Stories of yore! ? Bishop s Mule Days - Where wranglers play! - $19.95 DVD All Regions Worldwide
Item Code : SPRT20727
DVD. Sports Safaris. 30 Minutes. Daredevils in search of big air flock to San Francisco to compete on the largest ski jump ever constructed. Whoa! Flips, spins, turns, rolls and hopefully – landings. Also, one filmmaker’s passion blooms in his love of boardsports. Skating, surfing, snowboarding action galore. - $19.95 DVD All Regions Worldwide
Item Code : SPRT20729
DVD. Sports Safaris. 30 Minutes. By far America’s most scenic lake, Tahoe offers year round excitement, whether the skies bring snow or sunshine. In the winter, resorts such as Squaw Valley offer a multitude of trails, and the steepest ski run in the country.In the summertime, these same resorts offer more than 15 square miles of mountain biking territory and are host to a professional biking team that slaloms down the course at breakneck speeds. The deep blue water of Lake Tahoe and the spectacular mountains provide a backdrop for a scenic kayak tour of the lake. - $19.95 DVD All Regions Worldwide
Item Code : SPRT20731
DVD. Sports Safaris. 30 Minutes. One of the most visited cities in the world, San Francisco boasts an impressive list of sightseeing attractions. The 1,000 meters tall Mt. Tamalpais is where the very first mountain bike was developed, tested and manufactured, and offers beautiful trails for the beginner and expert alike. Golden Gate Park is the site of many sporting activities,including rollerblading, which continues to grow in popularity. San Francisco Bay is an ideal spot for kayaking and windsurfing and seeing the Golden Gate Bridge from a different perspective. - $19.95 DVD All Regions Worldwide
Item Code : SPRT20737
DVD. Sports Safaris. 30 Minutes. America’s most visited park, Yosemite is filled with overwhelming natural beauty. Many visitors come just to look, but there are many ways to experience the splendor of Yosemite while engaging in outdoor sports. In addition to the always popular bike and horseback riding tours, there is rock climbing for those interested in a physical challenge. The Merced River provides the opportunity for rafting down the sometimes raging waters, and perhaps the easiest way to view the surroundings is to participate in the many planned hikes in Yosemite. - $19.95
Item Code : WINE21595
DVD. 27 Minutes. Travel with us to the splender of Napa Valley!!! Featuring Napa Valley's star chefs such the show features some incredible cooking and unique styles. Tra Vigne Restaurant cooks up traditional Italian dishes such as Pizza Margharita and a grilled steak. Another Star Chef brings to the table Asian infused creations, using the fresh ingredients to create his Poké of Tuna, Cayucos Abalone, and Heritage Pork with Prune Sauce. The wines were also impressive. We tasted wine provided by Hall Winery and Benessere Vineyards. There were also many surprises along this journey! What a way to start off a trip to Napa Valley! - $19.95
Item Code : GOLF21601
DVD. Good Time Golf. 30 Minutes. The girls head south to Santa Barbara and the Guys head north to Santa Cruz. We will see both groups find their way to great dining, fun in the air and, fun in the ocean. GTG gives four lucky players the chance to walk away with a million dollars with a hole in one challenge. - $19.95 DVD All Regions Worldwide
Item Code : GOLF21664
DVD. Good Time Golf. 30 Minutes. One of the great American historical golf courses, Pasatiempo, is our centerpiece of great golf along with Seascape Golf Club and DeLaveaga Golf Course in the seaside town of Santa Cruz, California. In between playing rounds the guys, George, Zip, Eb, and Kenny find new adventures Aerobatic Flying, great Surfing, and Horseback Riding. - $29.95 DVD
Item Code : TRIB17623
DVD. An extraordinary tour-de-force of the Golden State. Gold Rush towns, California Missions, Yosemite and John Muir, Redwoods, Wine Country, Mt. Shasta, Los Angeles, Hollywood, Charlie Chaplin, San Francisco, Monterey, and John Steinbeck, Fresno and William Saroyan, farming, Cesar Chavez, the Legend of Ramona, Eureka and Logging, Hearst Castle, Lake Tahoe, Sacramento, and more. 58 minutes. "Trying to capture the essence of California in an hour-long video is near impossible, but the producers of this video have come mighty close." - Video Librarian. - $29.95 VHS NTSC
Item Code : TRIB17624
An extraordinary tour-de-force of the Golden State. Gold Rush towns, California Missions, Yosemite and John Muir, Redwoods, Wine Country, Mt. Shasta, Los Angeles, Hollywood, Charlie Chaplin, San Francisco, Monterey, and John Steinbeck, Fresno and William Saroyan, farming, Cesar Chavez, the Legend of Ramona, Eureka and Logging, Hearst Castle, Lake Tahoe, Sacramento, and more. 58 minutes. Excellent photography and narration.