Yosemite National Park

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Studio: Image Entertainment
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Yosemite National Park is a powerful portrait of Mother Nature's handiwork. Located in majestic California about 90 miles northeast of Fresno, you'll find soothing relaxing images of cascading waterfalls, flowing rivers and spellbinding photography of the changing seasons. See Yosemite as never seen before, viewed from the air, from a raft, and at the top of its famous waterfalls. Take a deep breath and relax as these powerful images and the beautiful music invigorate your passion for life. Enjoy the beauty of this highly acclaimed video as we explore our national treasure called Yosemite.

Discovering Yosemite National Park 2: Second Edition 2 DVD Set
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Discovering Yosemite National Park 2: Second Edition 2 DVD Set

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DVD Extra - Yosemite Music Video

DVD Extra - Where to Stay & Play in Yosemite

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DVD Extra - Bonus DVD - Bears of Our National Parks

ASIN: B000EJVBUK

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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.

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Yosemite National Park
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Big Sur: California Coast

ASIN: B00005TNFP
Release Date: 2001-01-22

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Yosemite National Park is a powerful portrait of Mother Nature's handiwork. Located in majestic California about 90 miles northeast of Fresno, you'll find soothing relaxing images of cascading waterfalls, flowing rivers and spellbinding photography of the changing seasons. See Yosemite as never seen before, viewed from the air, from a raft, and at the top of its famous waterfalls. Take a deep breath and relax as these powerful images and the beautiful music invigorate your passion for life. Enjoy the beauty of this highly acclaimed video as we explore our national treasure called Yosemite.

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A quick, informative way to choose hiking trails
A comprehensive guide to many of Yosemite's biggest hikes
Perfect DVD for any serious dayhiker or backpacker who is planning a trip to Yosemite
A must-see for any Yosemite hiker!
Detail Far Beyond Books - Makes You Want To Be There

Hiking Guide-Yosemite National Park
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Manufacturer: Sierra Nomad Photography
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Best Easy Day Hikes Yosemite National Park, 2nd (Best Easy Day Hikes Series)
Yosemite National Park
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Discovering Yosemite National Park 2: Second Edition 2 DVD Set
Hiking & Backpacking

ASIN: B00099XXWY
Release Date: 2005-04-05

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Compatible in all regions (available in NTSC & PAL! The right one for your country of residence will be shipped to you). THE DVD: this DVD hiking guide covers some of Yosemite's best day hikes and backpacking trips. Day hikes featured include: Half dome; Vernal, Nevada, Bridalveil, Upper and Lower Yosemite Falls, the 4 Mile (Glacier Point), Mirror Lake, and the Valley Loop trails. These trails vary from 1/2 mile jaunts to 17 mile journeys - some of which can be backpacked. The backpacking trails connect Toulumne Meadows and vicinity with Yosemite Valley, and are 1) via Lyell Canyon, Vogelsang Pass and Merced Lake (32 miles) 2) via Cathedral Peak, Sunrise Lakes and Clouds Rest (some of which is on the fabled John Muir Trail - 23 miles) and 3) Olmsted Point to Mirror Lake (10 miles). Trails are accessed via interactive DVD menus. Each trail begins with a brief overview and then continues with an in-depth description. Trail coverage also includes a glimpse into the areas' rich natural history. Presented via animated slideshow and video. Fully narrated and enhanced with music. THE BOOKLET: 32 pages + hand drawn map of trails featured. 52 color pictures. Insiders' tips, contact information, etc is covered...as is pertinent trail information from the DVD. A GREAT COMPLIMENT TO THE DVD!!

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A quick, informative way to choose hiking trails.......2006-06-21

I had hiked in Yosemite some 30 years ago, and this August I am planning a week long trip with my son, to introduce him to the beauty of the Sierras. The trip will include some day hikes, and one several-day backpacking trip. The goal was to narrow down where to hike. This DVD and the accompanying booklet provided a simple way to decide on the best trips, given a limited amount of time. Actually seeing the vistas and having a detailed narrative provided `virtual tours' that made choosing routes much easier. We decided on the backpacking trip from Tuolumne Meadows to Yosemite Valley via Cathedral Lakes and Cloud's Rest. A nice feature of the DVD is that `side trips' are mentioned in the body of the main description, and by navigating the menu, details of each side trip can be obtained. For example, near the end of the backpacking route, there is an opportunity to branch off and climb Half Dome. Depending on our condition at the end, we may include this extra climb in our itinerary---- the video gives a good feeling for the trail difficulty as well as the visual reward at the top. While a single DVD can't cover all the trails in a park as large as Yosemite, it does an excellent job of detailing the main day-hiking trails most visitors have access to, and outlines a few ideal backpacking routes with outstanding scenery that should work well for the more novice backpacker. The DVD is thoughtfully crafted, and was very useful for planning the trip. In addition, it provides an excellent way to show friends and family where you are planning to go (or where you have been)!

A comprehensive guide to many of Yosemite's biggest hikes.......2005-06-27

As a native Californian, it's somewhat surprising that I'm still relatively unfamiliar with the trails in Yosemite. I have visited Yosemite, but I've only completed a handful of the shortest hikes. I'm planning on spending some time in Yosemite this summer and this DVD and companion booklet is becoming an invaluable aid.

The DVD is arranged by hike and each hike is in a photo slideshow-type format with narration. I found the pictures beautiful and the narration informative and pleasant. The DVD provides a wide array of information about the flora, fauna, and landscapes of Yosemite.

I found the Companion Booklet to be a useful addition to the DVD. It also gives you something to bring along on the trail when the DVD can't be with you. It's definitely not a replacement for the DVD, but it does provide a quick summary of each trail.

It's easy to see that this DVD and Companion Booklet is made by someone who loves Yosemite and knows it well. As well as knows what information hikers and backpackers need and want to know. I'm very much looking forward to future hikes in Yosemite.

Perfect DVD for any serious dayhiker or backpacker who is planning a trip to Yosemite.......2005-06-24

In the credits the creator of this DVD states that he has a "passion for Yosemite...like home to me". This passion and love of Yosemite comes through clearly in this DVD and I recommend it to any serious dayhiker or backpacker who is planning a trip to Yosemite. There are so many miles of trails in Yosemite that this DVD is by no means comprehensive, but it does feature some of the most scenic and popular trails in the park. Any first time visitor who wants to do some good hiking should review this DVD before visiting. For experienced Yosemite hikers many of the trails on this DVD will be 'old news', but even though they are 'old news' to me I still enjoyed it tremendously, even picking up new pieces of information along the way.

As a local resident and regular backpacker, I've hiked 90% of the trails discussed in this DVD. With a smile on my face I watched the photo slideshows and listened to the author's narration, reliving the many memories I have of each of the trails. Each trail is presented in a standard format, with an initial description of the route, including distance, elevation gain and loss, trailhead access, and any special permits or arrangements needed (such as shuttle reservations). The narration then continues over a slideshow of the trail. I found the information and photos to be very appropriate - they included descriptions of the views, flora, fauna, geologic features, and interesting side trips. Of great value are the photos of confusing trail junctions, with the narration explaining which way to go. Also, there are details about water accessibility, outhouse availability, and general amenities that are encountered along the trails. If only there was a way to bring the DVD along on the trail!

But wait - there is! The companion book that goes along with the DVD does not contain all the text of the narration, but it includes some of these crucial photos and trail descriptions that makes the DVD so valuable to the first-time Yosemite hiker.

The author is careful to mention when permits and special shuttles are required. He even points out some illegal campsites along the trail to Cloud's Rest. For this reason I found it surprising that backcountry bear regulations were not mentioned. Yosemite has a big problem with bears and hikers have to do their part by storing food properly - it would have been nice to hear this mentioned on the narration over the three backpacking trips featured in the video.

One other thing I would have liked to have heard about is the winter accessibility of the trails featured in the DVD. This is mentioned briefly in the "Insider Tips" section, but it would be nice if something was mentioned about winter use for each trail. For example, the Mist trail to Vernal Falls is a bad idea in the snow, but the Valley Loop is a lovely cross country ski or snowshoe trip. And although the author says he loves Yosemite the most in the Spring and Early Summer (a gorgeous time for waterfalls and flowers), I tend to enjoy the quiet and solitude that can only be found in the park in the Winter months.

I'd love to see this DVD become a set - what about one focusing on some of the hikes off of Tioga Road? For example, North Dome, Lembert Dome, Mount Dana, and Tuolumne Meadows? And, how about one that focuses on hikes in the Hetch Hetchy region? I can't get enough hiking in Yosemite!

A must-see for any Yosemite hiker!.......2005-06-23

I've been hiking in Yosemite for years and I still found little tidbits of information I was unaware of. Along with basic trail directions, the author injects information on local plant life and geology. I'm very anxious to get out and explore some of the "new" destinations that I've learned about in the DVD. An added bonus is the companion guide book. The companion guide book would make a handy carry-along when out on the trail.

It did take me a little time to get used to the DVD navigation, but I'm kind of new to the DVD technology. Another thing I would have liked to see was more featured trails! I can never get enough of Yosemite!

Detail Far Beyond Books - Makes You Want To Be There.......2005-05-15

I have backpacked many national parks over the last ten years, and my normal routine is to buy a topo and a book to plan my trips, in addition to hitting various web sites. I backpacked and dayhiked some of the trails mentioned in this DVD about two years ago. This title was definitely beyond what you get in a book! In combination with the photos, the narration really gives you extensive detail of the hikes. I was surprised with how much more info was packed into this DVD than I gleamed from the books. In fact, I picked up on some things that I missed when I was there in person.

Given what it was designed to do, highlight the trails, it did this task very well. I would have liked a few more scene selection options, and maybe some more overview maps but all in all I would highly recommend this title to anyone planning a backpack or hiking in Yosemite.

The Story Of Yosemite National Park Collection

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The Story Of Yosemite National Park Collection

Manufacturer: Questar
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2 DVD SET Features El Capitan, Half Dome, High Sierra, John Muir Trail, Yosemite Falls, Bridalveil Falls, Tuolumne Meadows, Tioga Pass, Giant Sequoia Tress at Mariposa Grove, Wildlife, Back Country, Summer and Winter Activities. Extra Features: Recreation, Pop Culture, Music, Park Extras

Yosemite - The World's Most Spectacular Valley

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Very Poor Video Quality
Not good picture quality

Yosemite - The World's Most Spectacular Valley

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Immortalized by photographer Ansel Adams and championed by naturalist John Muir, Yosemite is the most awe-inspiring national park of them all! In addition to fishing, cross-country skiing and even golfing, the park offers exciting rock-climbing opportunities on the faces of such peaks as Half-Dome and El Capitan. Visit Devil's Postpile National Monument and two more national parks - Sequoia and King's Canyon - just a few hours away. Lastly, President Kennedy's visit to Yosemite is part of the Pop Culture enhancement.

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Very Poor Video Quality.......2004-12-10

The video quality of this disk is very poor. You could shoot better quality video with a consumer grade video camera. Also, less than half the film is devoted to scenic footage of Yosemite. The remainder is documentary footage, including poorly acted histroical recreations.

Not good picture quality.......2003-07-30

This DVD might be interesting to those wishing to visit Yosemite one day and o some decent help in touring the park but THE PICTURE QUALITY STINKS and is very outdated.Those that want information on the park then this dvd is very informative. But those that want good picture quality then look elsewhere. It's a shame because alot of the filiming and shots very very good but the picture was faded and old looking.If you want to buy it then buy it on VHS and save the money. This one was not of any digital DVD standard. Alot of menus and chapters to go through but that's it. Picture never improves.Looks like a 60's video.

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yosemite national park, california
Starring: dr reese
Director: dr reese
Manufacturer: j david productions
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National Park DVD Gift Set Yosemite Yellowstone & Grand Canyon

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National Park DVD Gift Set Yosemite Yellowstone & Grand Canyon

Manufacturer: Finley-Holiday Film Corp.
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DVD Extra - Digital Picture & Sound Quality
DVD Extra - Chapter Search Interactive Menus
DVD Extra - Inspiring Music Videos
DVD Extra - Educational Quizzes Internet Resources
DVD Extra - Extra Bonus Parks & Wildlife Featurettes

ASIN: B000F49PKW

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Choose from four inspiring volumes of the world's best National Park DVD series and save big on every set you order. Each National Park DVD Gift Set contains 3 select DVD titles exploring the wonders of America's national parks. The programs are fully-narrated with inspiring music and natural sound effects, plus exciting bonus features such as video featurettes, music videos, interactive menus, educational quizzes, picture galleries and chapter search. Fantastic cinematography! Check our catalog for features on each title. "The Crown Jewels" collection, contains Yosemite, Yellowstone & Grand Canyon National Parks. Three stunning DVDs on three incredible parks - the icons of America's national park system! You've never seen cinematography like this. Great bonus features. German, French & Japanese subtitles on all three titles.

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Great for Senior Citizens
High quality throughout
Fluffy
High quality picture with great photography
Yosemite: Ascending Rhythm DVD

Yosemite: Ascending Rhythm
Director: Sterling Johnson
Manufacturer: Image Entertainment
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Ascending Rhythm is a profoundly stirring work of art, merging the talents of world-renowned rock climber Ron Kauk and Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Sterling Johnson. The melding of their many gifts has produced an extraordinary video experience, escalating the viewer to new heights in magnificent Yosemite National Park. "Ascending Rhythm" features not only Ron Kauk, but outstanding rock climbers such as Steph Davis, Lynn Hill, Jerry Moffatt, Dean Potter and others as they climb in beauty to the music of award-winner Dik Darnell. His music intensifies the emotion of the climbs, the sensitivity to the moods and harmony of nature while celebrating the passion of the climbers as they reach for the sky.

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Great for Senior Citizens.......2004-10-11

If you like boring music and cool video transitions this is the movie for you. I think the editor of this movie was having more fun playing with the transition effects buttons on his new PowerMac than actually trying to get people excited about climbing. Of you want to see the physical strength, agility, mental toughness, pain, excitant, and exposure all inherent in the sport of rock climbing, this is not the movie that will get your endorphins flowing. If on the other hand you like still video shots of lakes, ponds, streams, and flowers this is a must see.

High quality throughout.......2003-10-24

Beautiful climbing and scenery with very high production values. If the music is not to your liking change over to the alternate soundtrack which has intelligent commentary from Ron and director. For the technicaly inclined, the MPEG stream on this DVD averages 7+ mbps which is much higher than most -- so lots of detail!

Fluffy.......2003-06-07

The producers have brought the soft porn tradition to rock climbing. Not that I think the sport has to be about extreme adrenaline with searing speed metal tracks in the background, but this is the opposite: New Age music, soft-lense photography, and pseudo philosophical quotes from the climbers woven throughout. Some people might prefer this, but I found it tedious.

On a more practical note, the filming is all over the place. They don't work any routes all the way through, but flit like a butterfly across various scenes. That's good for getting a panorama of the location, but it would have been nice to bring more focus.

Several of my friends have viewed this, and two-thirds of them liked it.

High quality picture with great photography.......2003-05-07

I am a novice rock climber who has never been to Yosemite. Although I have read many books and seen scores of pictures, this DVD does the best job of showing exactly how beautiful the valley can be. And if you are a rock climber, the artistry of the climbers will astound you.

In addition to the beautiful photography, background music is played with no voice over. It's much like the music you would hear while getting a soothing massage. While not running to my taste, it's not bad and overall enhances the beauty of the DVD.

But this tape is all about the artistry of rock climbing. My limited experience up to 5.10b feels like my muscles will explode. But these climbers look effortless on much tougher routes. Of particular beauty are the climbs near water and also distance photography which zooms in close to the climber taken from a great distance and at great height. Somewhat out of character is the short climb by two females followed by a brief romp in a waterfall. Anything to sell product I guess. I know, I enjoyed it.

Be forewarned that not all climbs are big walls with almost as much time spent in bouldering problems. That might be disappointing for some people who are mesmerized by the clean faces of the big walls.

For me, this DVD is a great experience. Even my wife with a fear of heights was amazed by some of the shots. I strongly recommend this DVD if you enjoy natural beauty, rock climbing, or just like soft background music with great natural beauty.

Yosemite: Ascending Rhythm DVD.......2001-01-03

Wow- for any traditional climber this video explains better than words ever could, why we do it. The footage and the music are simply stunning. This is not your typical muscle flexing, testosterone example of dynos and drop knees. Instead the video really shows the beauty of climbing. My only complaint was that it was almost too long; only becuase the video made me want to go climbing and I got tired of watching others do it! Enjoy!

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The Complete California

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DVD Extra - Over 50 destinations
DVD Extra - California Quiz
DVD Extra - Historic California Music Video
DVD Extra - Elephant Seal Video
DVD Extra - Scenic Photo Gallery

ASIN: B000QDOIE0

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Come discover a state of unsurpassed natural beauty, dynamic cities and cultural wealth. From the majestic California coast to the snow-capped Sierra; from sun-drenched cities, to scenic wonders, discover the treasures of California like Come discover a state of unsurpassed natural beauty, dynamic cities and cultural wealth. From the majestic California coast to the snow-capped Sierra; from sun-drenched cities, to scenic wonders, discover the treasures of California like never before! NATURAL WONDERS - RICH IN HISTORY - DYNAMIC CITIES Californias natural wonders are legendary, Yosemite, Sequoia, Redwoods, Channel Islands and Death Valley. Trace California's colorful past through old photos and visit historic sites, including the California Missions, Gold Rush country and Hearst Castle. Millions of visitors come each year to enjoy the states cities and cultural attractions, San Francisco, Carmel, Monterey, Solvang, Palm Springs, Los Angeles, Hollywood, San Diego each has its own special personality and attractions. Great Bonus Features!

Camp Curry Memories, Yosemite National Park

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Camp Curry Memories, Yosemite National Park

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DVD Extra - Bonus Video: Doorways to the Past -
DVD Extra - Bonus Video: Yosemite historic structures
DVD Extra - Historic Photo Gallery
DVD Extra - Bonus Parks Explore 4 California Parks

ASIN: B000ES5NXM

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Camp Curry was founded in 1899 by boisterous David Curry and his wife Jennie. Walk back in time through historical photos and footage of Yosemite and Camp Curry. Sights of yesteryear such as bear feeding stations, the historic firefall, and a hair-raising toboggan run are just a few examples of how attitudes have changed about how people recreate in our National Parks. Interviews and historic photos will help you relive those days and understand the changes. Curry Memories utilizes colorful interviews from long-time visitors, camp employees and park rangers. "My first job in Yosemite was raking the embers over Glacier Point for the firefall." "I first came to Camp Curry in 1922 at the age of 5, my favorite napping rock is still there!" Vintage music illustrated with archival images weave into an unforgettable video.

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