Access for Everyone
36 Min.

VHS

This film by the U.S. Forest Service reviews opportunities for the disabled in the outdoors.

Miscellaneous

Advanced Bowhunting for Elk and Black Bear

VHS

This video gives the hunter a wealth of excellent help and advice to make you more knowledgeable and successful bow hunting elk and black bear. A National Bowhunter Education Foundation production.

Hunting, Big Game

Advanced Bowhunting for Whitetail Deer

VHS

This video gives the hunter help and advice to make the hunter more knowledgeable and successful hunting whitetail deer. A National Bowhunter Education Foundation production.

Hunter

Aldo Leopold–A Sand County Almanac
29 Min.

VHS

This film presents a philosophical, visual twelve month journey through Aldo Leopold’s well known written work, “A Sand County Almanac”. It is recommended for audiences of high school age and older and is best viewed as a sequel to “Aldo Leopold–His Life and Thought”, unless the viewer is already familiar Aldo Leopold.

Wildlife Management

All American Bear, The
27 Min.

VHS

Discusses nature of the black bear. Originally aired as part of the NOVA series on PBS. Tape also includes a second show, Greed, Wildlife and Poaching in America.

Mammals, Wildlife and Habitat, Law Enforcement, Poaching

All About Bears
20 Minute

VHS

The word bear brings many different images to people’s minds. Whatever the images, we often misunderstand these large creatures. This video examines the three kinds of bear in North America–Polar, Black and Grizzly.

Mammals, Endangered Wildlife, Wildlife and Habitat

All About Trout Fishing
60 Min.

VHS

Produced by Colorado Parks and Wildlife. Learn where and how to fish for Colorado trout.

Fishing

American Eagle

DVD

The DVD explores the bald eagle and its comeback from the brink of extinction.

Bald Eagles

Amphibian
25 Min.

DVD

Take a look at the aquatic and terrestrial worlds of frogs, toads, & salamanders and their variety of shapes, colors, and sizes. Especially good for elementary school. Narrated by Martin Sheen. An Eyewitness Series DVD.

Amphibians, Frogs, Toads, Salamanders

Audubon Video Guide

DVD

The two disc set describes 505 North American bird species. A mix of stills and video, bird calls, and maps help you learn to identify birds and their habitats.

Birds, Habitat

Basic Rehab 1-3 Videos

VHS

A three video set that potential rehabilitators are required to watch as part of the application process.

Rehabilitation

Barn Owls & Their Pellets
17 Min.

VHS

This short film is about two 8th grade students spending part of a day with a wildlife biologist, learning about barn owls and collecting pellets at an owl roost. It presents some good basic information about barn owls and their behavior and is probably best suited for viewing by younger (grade school) children.

Birds, Owls

Bats Are Beautiful
22 Min.

VHS

Discusses the biology of bats. Explores the many negative myths that have given this interesting and important animal its entirely undeserved reputation.

Mammals, Bats

Bats of America
15 Min.

VHS & DVD

A review of bats of their roles in the environment.

Mammals, Wildlife and Habitat, Bats

Bat Talk–The Secret Language of the Mexican Free-tailed Bats

DVD

Documents the social interactions of Mexican Free-tailed bats.

Mammals, Bats

Bears
40 Min.

DVD

Discover the world of black bears, polar bears, and grizzlies and the specific challenges facing each species. A National Wildlife Federation film.

Bears, Mammals, Wildlife

Bears, Bruin, Ursids and Trouble
10 Min.

VHS

This informational video deals with many current bear issues in the state from the aspects of control, human-animal relationships and bear behavior. Produced by Colorado Parks and Wildlife.

Mammals, Wildlife and Habitat, Bears

Beavers
70 Min.

DVD

This film follows the lives of a beaver family in the Rocky Mountains. Originally made for IMAX, the DVD also includes a retrospective on the making of Beavers.

Beavers, Mammals, Wildlife, Habitat

Beaver Family, The
14 Min.

VHS

Follows a beaver family throughout the year as they interact with their natural environment. Filmed in the Rocky Mountains.

Mammals, Wildlife and Habitat, Water/Wetlands, Beavers

Before You Hunt
25 Min.

VHS

Uses cartoon characters and actual hunting scenes to make its point. Demonstrates that a real sportsman needs the right attitude, common sense and the ability to remain calm and control his actions. He must respect the landowner, other people, the land, the law and wildlife. Explains how the purchase of hunting licenses and sporting equipment helps to protect and manage wildlife.

Hunting, Hunter Educations, Law Enforcement/Poaching, Wildlife Management

Beyond Fair Chase
14 Min.

VHS

Produced by RMEF, Orion Hunting Institute and Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks. A hunting ethics film with great video footage, some of which was taken in Colorado. 1999.

Hunting, Hunter Education

Beyond the Basics & Reading the Water
How to Fly Fish Series

DVD

Learn about still water and streams. Reviews basic fly casting techniques and offered advanced instruction. Also covers entomology.

Fly fishing

Big City Geese
15 Min.

VHS

This video discusses the Canada goose restoration project.

Birds, Wildlife and Habitat

Big Game Hunting in Colorado
45 Min.

VHS

Colorado Parks and Wildlife video gives the ins and outs of hunting big game in Colorado.

Hunting

Bird
62 Min.

DVD

This DVD takes a look at the sizes, shapes, sounds, and habitats of birds around the world.
An Eyewitness Series DVD.

Birds, Habitat

Birds, Birds, Birds
An Indoor Birdwatching Field Trip
70 Min.

DVD

Designed to help improve bird ID skills, the DVD features video & photos, bird songs, alphabetical index, and quizzes.

Birds, Bird Watching

Bowhunting–A Timeless Tradition
23 Min.

VHS

Depicts the tradition of bowhunting.

Hunting

Bugs of the Underworld

DVD

Follows the life cycles of mayflies, stoneflies, caddis flies and other aquatic insects. Good for fly fishers, teachers, kids and scientists.

Fishing, Insects

Building Responsible Hunting Attitudes
22 Min.

VHS

Serves as a training aid to teach hunter responsibility. Depicts 11 hunting situations in which ethical and unethical behavior is shown. After each offensive or unethical scene is presented, the film is to be stopped for class discussion. This is followed by the same scene in an ethical manner.

Hunting, Hunter Education

Building Tomorrow
27 Min.

VHS

At the turn of the century, many North American wildlife species were reduced to near extinction. Through wise resource management, that trend has changed. This video filmed in numerous locations throughout the United States and Canada chronicles a few success stories of prudent wildlife resource management. This video stresses the basic needs of all wildlife and that both hunters and non-hunters alike share the responsibility for successful wildlife resource management.

Wildlife Management

By the Grace of Man
28 Min.

VHS

Focuses on the CPW’s nongame program and includes river otter and peregrine falcon reintroductions, big river fish’s survey and recovery efforts and urban education at Barr Lake. Shows how money donated through the nongame income tax check-off program benefits nongame wildlife.

Wildlife Management

Colorado Deer Hunting
30 Min.

VHS & DVD

Tips and techniques on hunting deer in Colorado. Includes colorful maps and techniques. Produced by CPW.

Hunting

Colorado Elk Hunting
30 Min.

VHS & DVD

Tips and techniques on hunting elk in Colorado. Produced by CPW.

Hunting

Colorado Fishing Hot Spots
30 Min.

VHS

Gain insight about alternative fishing places while enjoying dramatic shots of Colorado’s scenery. Produced by CPW.

Fishing

Colorado Outdoors Getaways
60 Min.

VHS

Journey across Colorado with CPW’s award-winning videographers and explore fascinating places to visit.

Miscellaneous

Colorado Warm-Water Fishing
30 Min.

VHS

This video will give you tips on how to catch Colorado’s warm water species and introduce you to the states best warm-water lakes and reservoirs.
1990

Fishing

Colorado Trout Fishing
30 Min.

VHS

Learn where and how to fish for trout in Colorado. Produced by CPW. 1989

Fishing

Colorado Wildlife
22 Min.

VHS

A look at 59 of species of wildlife in Colorado, including both game and nongame. Produced by the Colorado Chapter of the Wildlife Society.

Wildlife and Habitat; Mammals

Cottonwood Kid
59 Min.

VHS

When the environmentally conscious youngster learns several large cottonwood trees are to be removed at a wildlife preserve in order to improve a golf course, he begins working to save the trees.

Citizen Action

Cougar Ghost of the Rockies (“World of Discovery”)
47 Min.

VHS

Biologists study the life of a female cougar for two years as she copes with her habitat and bears young.

Mammals, Wildlife and Habitat

Crappie Tactics for Lakes and Reservoirs

DVD

Learn about the crappie’s habits and where to find the fish different times of the year.

Fishing

Critters
120 Min.

VHS

An un-narrated look at Colorado’s wide variety of wildlife.

Wildlife and Habitat

Deep Down Walleyes

DVD

Shows tips and tricks to catch more walleye.

Fishing

Defending Favorite Places
27 Min.

DVD

Produced by the USDA Forest Service Invasive Species Program, this DVD discusses how hunters and anglers can prevent the spread of invasive species.

Invasive species

Don’t Move a Mussel
46 Min.

DVD

The first part of the video provides information about quagga and zebra mussels, including biology and impacts they can have. The second part is a watercraft inspection and decontamination training video.

Quagga mussels, zebra mussels, invasive species, watercraft decontamination

Down to the Bone

DVD

Hunters learn a simple and legal method of removing meat from an elk where it is harvested. Discusses deboning, skinning, evidence of sex, processing meat at home and how to identify cuts of meat. Produced by CPW.

Hunting

Drift Boat Fishing
How to Fly Fish Series

DVD

Learn about fly fishing from a drift boat. Features Dennis Breer

Fly fishing; Boating

Ducks Under Siege
60 Min.

VHS

National Audubon Society video examines the loss of wetland habitat and efforts to arrest duck decline in the United States and Canada. Narrated by John Heard.

Water/Wetlands, Birds, Wildlife and Habitat

Enduring Legacy
19 Min.

VHS

This video traces the origin o f one of the earliest firearms to sporting arms of today. From priceless museum collections to recreated chapters out of gun history, you will discover the fascinating evolution of firearms.

Miscellaneous

Eye of the Hunter
27 Min.

VHS

Review of hunters and hunters from prehistoric to modern man.

Hunting

Face to Face with Wildlife
20 Min.

VHS

Discusses wildlife watching in Colorado. Produced for the Watchable Wildlife program.

Wildlife watching

Field Testing Steel Shot
30 Min.

VHS

Educational video on using steel shot.

Hunting

Fire & Wildlife: The Habitat Connection
50 Min.

DVD

This video traces the history of fire management and shows how positive use of fire can benefit both big game and nongame species alike. Filmed in Yellowstone National Park

Wildlife and Habitat

Firearm Safety and the Hunter
30 Min.

VHS

Alan Madison film used as an aid in hunter education classes. Also a general interest film. Graphic scenes of hunting accidents and discussion on hunter safety.

Hunter Education, Hunting

Fishing Knots for Fresh and Saltwater
How to Fly Fish Series

DVD

Learn how to tie any type of knot you would need for fishing, whether it is fly fishing, bait or spinner fishing.

Fishing

Fishing USA
120 Min.

VHS

Numerous fishing adventures throughout the USA with Gadabout Gaddis.

Fishing

Fly Fishing Made Easy

DVD

Easy to follow demonstrations on casting, choosing rods and reels, fly tying and proper knot tying. Charts on fly line, tippets, leaders and basic flies.

Fishing

Frogs: The Thin Green Line
60 Min.

DVD

This DVD looks at the issues, from disappearing habitat, chytrid fungus, and other environmental concerns facing frogs around the globe.

Frogs, Habitat

From the Field to the Table
60 Min.

DVD

Learn techniques from a professional guide to an experience meat cutter on field dressing, skinning, quartering and preparing a 6x7 bull elk. Produced by Division of Wildlife

Hunting

GPS & Land Navigation

DVD

This DVD will help you learn about the technology behind GPS, how to navigate with GPS, and how to coordinate GPS and maps. It will also discuss compass usage and topographic map reading.

Compass, GPS, Navigation

Great American Field Trial, The
15 Min.

VHS

Since 1874, the sport of field dog trials has spread across America. This video describes how field trials work and how to get involved.

Miscellaneous

Great Outdoors Colorado
17 Min.

VHS

Overview of Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO).

Miscellaneous

Greed & Wildlife: Poaching in America
60 Min.

VHS

Identifies poaching of thousands of birds, mammals and fish as a major problem in the U.S., as well as other parts of the world. Produced by the National Audubon Society, narrated by Richard Chamberlin.

Law Enforcement/Poaching

Grizzly & Man–Uneasy Truce
60 Min.

VHS

An overview of the grizzly reflecting the feelings of different publics by asking the question, "Can humans and grizzly bears share territory without conflict?" Produced by National Audubon Society, narrated by Robert Redford.

Endangered Wildlife, Mammals, Wildlife and Habitat

Gunnison Sage Grouse–A Dance of Survival
18 Min.

VHS

Once plentiful, these hardy birds, now few in number, are grappling with progress as it has affected their habitat. Learn about this special bird and the people involved with returning the population to a healthy size.

Endangered Wildlife, Birds

Home for Pearl
33 Min.

VHS

Interaction between youngsters and CPW officers.

Miscellaneous, Colorado Parks and Wildlife

Hooked on Hummingbirds
53 Min.

DVD

Close-up footage shows the flying, feeding, and nesting of hummingbirds. Slow motion and stop footage uncover the secrets to their aerobatics.

Birds, Hummingbirds

How to Make a Difference
75 Min.

VHS

This tape includes three programs (Saving Endangered Species, Wetlands and Population) in the National Audubon’s “How to Make a Difference” series.

General Ecology

Hunting as a Choice
8 Min.

VHS

A short video about hunting as a wildlife management tool and the debate between hunters and non-hunters.

Hunting

Hunting with the Women of the NRA
32 Min.

VHS

For every woman who hunts or wants to hunt. Learn what it takes to hunt safely and successfully.

Hunting, Education

I Need the Earth & the Earth Needs Me
20 Min.

VHS

This video shows students that all living things on earth depend on each other and all need a quality environment. Prepared for 4th grade students. It has five sections: intro, air, water, soil and conclusion.

General Ecology

In the Blood
90 Min.

VHS

Based on President Theodore Roosevelt’s African Game Trails, the classic memoir of the hunter’s role in wildlife conservation. This video weaves the retelling of two safaris, separated by 80 years, into a breathtaking action film. Rare historical footage from the Smithsonian Institute in 1909 shows President Roosevelt hunting African game with his son, Kermit.

Wildlife Management

In the Public’s Interest
25 Min.

VHS

General overview of the work and objectives of Colorado Parks and Wildlife.

Colorado Parks and Wildlife Programs

Incredible Journey of the Greenback Cutthroats
30 Min.

VHS

This video uses animation and videography to tell the story of how the Greenback evolved and migrated to Colorado, why they declined and how their population is now being restored.

Fish, Wildlife Management

Introduction to Bowhunting
30 Min.

VHS

The Alan Madison film provides a good basic introduction to bowhunting. Includes selection of proper equipment, explanation of master eye, basic bow and arrow techniques, hunting safety, and field hints on finding, approaching and retrieving game.

Hunting, Hunter Education

Is That Skunk?
60 Min.

DVD

Follow skunks across the country and learn what they eat, where they live, and how they use their defensive spray.

Skunks, Mammals

Judgment on the Water
25 Min.

VHS

A safety film for hunter and anglers who take to the water in small boats. (Alan Madison Productions, 1998)

Water/Wetlands

Kids Fishing Made Easy

DVD

Kids learn how to bait a hook, put on line, tie knots and cast.

Fishing

Land Use
20 Min.

VHS

Examines conservation techniques for wise land use planning.

Miscellaneous

Landing the Trout of Your Life

DVD

Learn tips and techniques for finding trout and how to land them.

Fishing

Last Parable, The
30 Min.

VHS

Examines man’s impact on the environment and the meaning of the environment to the future of man.

General Ecology

Lead Poisoning in Waterfowl
27 Min.

VHS

Covers the lead poisoning problem, symptoms and solutions.

Water/Wetlands, Birds

Learn Gun Safety with Eddie Eagle
7 Min.

VHS

This National Rifle Association animated video, hosted by Jason Priestly, is an entertaining and effective way to teach children this important safety message: “If you see a gun, stop! Don’t touch, leave the area, tell an adult.”

Hunter Education

Life at the Top: Wildlife Above Timberline
30 Min.

VHS

From ptarmigan chicks to bighorn lambs, learn where and how to spot wildlife above timberline. A CPW production.

Wildlife and Habitat, Mammals

Life in Cold Blood
250 Min

DVD

This DVD consists of 5 episodes on 2 discs covering behavior of reptiles& amphibians, adaptability of lizards, and abilities of snakes. Hosted by David Attenborough

Reptiles, amphibians, lizards, snakes, turtles

Life of the Bighorn
16 Min.

VHS

This video takes a look at the life history of the Rocky Mountain bighorn beginning with lambs in the spring. Includes full curl rams cracking heads and describes the habitat, habits, predators and conservation of the sheep.

Mammals, Wildlife and Habitat

Living with Wildlife
28 Min.

VHS

How the USDA works with reducing problems between animals and humans.

Miscellaneous

Matter of Survival
25 Min.

VHS

A look at Fort Carson’s broad wildlife resources and efforts to comply with the Endangered Species Act within its boundaries at Fort Carson and at the Pinion Canyon Maneuver site. (Dept. of Defense–1994)

Endangered Wildlife, Wildlife and Habitat

Measure of the Hunt
28 Min.

VHS

Features four separate “trigger hunt” sequences, which raises a variety of responsibility and ethical questions.

Hunter Education

Muzzleloading Safety
27 Min.

VHS

National Muzzleloading Rifle Association video follows muzzleloading rifles and safety chronologically through time.

Hunter Education, Miscellaneous

Natural States
45 Min.

VHS

A music only sound track enhances this video trip through the Pacific Northwest, including the Cascades, Big Sur, Mt. Ranier, Puget Sound Shoreline, San Juan Islands, and the Hoh Rainforest in the Olympic National Park.

Miscellaneous

New Fly Fishing Basics
90 Min.

DVD

Basic fly fishing and fly tying tips. Lessons and examples include casting, fly tying & the proper way to fish lakes, rivers and streams.

Fishing

No Other Side of the Mountain
36 Min.

VHS

A story of efforts to preserve precious wildlife throughout Colorado. Explains the roles of the CPW in saving some animal species from extinction. Cameras view elk, deer, mountain goats, pronghorn, kokanee salmon, peregrine falcons and bighorn sheep.

Colorado Parks and Wildlife Programs, Wildlife and Habitat

One Hundred Years–Colorado Division of Wildlife Centennial

VHS

A look at the Colorado Parks and Wildlife’s past one hundred years.

Miscellaneous

Opportunity for All

DVD

This Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation production tells the story of America’s conservation movement.

Conservation

Pelicans, Pelicans, Pelicans
20 Min.

VHS

This film is an essay on the two species of pelicans found in North America, the coastal nesting browns and the inland nesting whites.

Birds, Wildlife and Habitat

Peregrines USAFA
16 Min.

VHS

Colorado Parks and Wildlife peregrine recovery program at the United States Air Force Academy.

Birds, Endangered Wildlife

Pikes Peak Peregrines
16 Min.

VHS

Colorado Parks and Wildlife peregrine recovery program on Pikes Peak.

Birds, Endangered Wildlife

Pheasants in Crop Lands
25 Min.

VHS

A Kansas Wildlife & Parks production discussing pheasant habitat and how to manage crops for a better pheasant population.

Pheasants, Habitat

Planet Earth
The Complete Series

DVD
5 Disc

The Planet Earth Series (a 5 disc set) covers the earth from pole to pole exploring the world’s habitat and wildlife.

Wildlife, Habitat

Pointless Pollution: America’s Water Crisis
28 Min.

VHS

Examines non-point pollution, which according to some estimates, accounts for 80% of America’s water contamination. Narrated by Walter Cronkite

Pollution

Poison in the Rockies
54 Min.

VHS

Explores the damage to sub-alpine ecosystems in the Rockies on which much of the water supply for the west depends.

Pollution

Population
21 Min.

VHS

This National Audubon Society video addresses the issue of over population and its cycle of poverty, rapid growth and environmental degradation.

General Ecology

Prairie Dog Management
21 Min.

VHS

Characteristics of prairie dogs and management techniques. Produced by CSU Extension Services.

Mammals, Wildlife Management

Prairie World of the Kit Fox
22 Min.

VHS

This video follows a female kit fox for a year. Shows her raising young, hunting and surviving on the Eastern Plains.

Mammals, Wildlife and Habitat

Rain Forest Rap
6 Min.

VHS

Extols the beauty of the rain forest, especially its interesting plants and animals. Against a rap music background, it also shows the problems facing the ecosystem, the resources threatened by rain forest loss and the contributions children can make to efforts to halt rain forest destruction.

General Ecology, Wildlife and Habitat

Raptors at Risk
26 Min.

VHS

Despite federal protection, hundreds of birds of prey are killed on power lines every year.

Raptors, Endangered Wildlife

Raptor Force
56 Min.

DVD

Learn the tricks of nature’s elite fliers, raptors. Ariel footage, including from cameras attached to birds and computer graphics, show raptors fly with stealth and cunning. Learn how fighter jets have been designed to mimic their talents.

Raptors

Remarkable Mountain Goats
20 Min.

VHS

Portrays the life history of mountain goats and shows how they survive in some of the world’s most inhospitable environments. Shows the pressures on its habitat from humans and provides good examples of big game management.

Mammals, Wildlife and Habitat

Reptiles
112 Min.

DVD

This Nature Series DVD consists of two programs, one on snakes and one on lizards. Both programs give insight to behavior and biology.

Reptiles, Snakes, Lizards

Reptile
62 Min.

DVD

This Eyewitness Series DVD reveals the lives of cold-blooded vertebrates from around the world.

Reptiles

Responsible Shot Placement for Bowhunting
38 Min.

VHS

This fast paced uses graphics, classroom interaction and magnificent whitetail footage to communicate successful strategies for proper shot placement.

Hunting, Hunter Education

Rifle Shooting Tips & Techniques
48 Min.

VHS

Former national champion marksman Glen Pearce and Olympic team gunsmith Jim Carter show you invaluable techniques for fitting your rifle, dry firing, sighting in, wind doping, range and bullet drop estimation and trigger squeeze. From different angles, you will see the recommended positioning for shooting while prone, sitting, kneeling and standing.

Miscellaneous

Rick of Pesticides
25 Min.

VHS

Explores the problems of pesticides in our daily environment and offers solutions. CSU film.

Pollution

Rocky Mountain Reunion
50 Min.

VHS

John Denver takes command of a modern day Noah’s Ark as he ventures deep into the Rocky Mountains where he joins Colorado Parks and Wildlife and others in releasing breeding pairs of some of the most endangered species on earth.

Endangered Wildlife

Rocky Mountain “Wild”life
65 Min.

DVD

A twelve month video safari of wildlife in the Rocky Mountains. Narration-free.

Mammals, Wildlife

Safe Tree Stand Hunting
35 Min.

VHS

Proper technique for tree stand hunting. Produced by the National Bowhunter Education Association and the Tree Stand Manufacturers Association in 1999.

Hunting, Hunter Education

Seasons of the Elk
20 Min.

VHS

Examines with accuracy and beauty the life story of elk through the four seasons. A story of conservation and management is interwoven with natural history.

Mammals, Wildlife and Habitat

Seasons of the Elk II
29 Min.

DVD

This is the story of the rutting season for elk and the struggle between two bulls for territory.

Elk, Rut

Seasons of the White Tailed Deer
20 Min.

VHS

Follows the life of the North American white tailed deer through the four seasons. Also includes mule deer.

Mammals, Wildlife and Habitat

Secret World of Bats DVD
48 Min.

VHS

This Bat Conservation International DVD captures all aspects of bat behavior and explores the vital ecological role of bats worldwide.

Bats, Mammals, Habitat

Selective Harvest
14 Min.

VHS

This video teaches the proper method for catching and releasing fish to ensure their survival.

Fishing

Silent Spring
60 Min.

VHS

PBS TV series “The American Experience” feature about Rachel Carson’s “Silent Spring”. The story of a book that changed the course of history and of the woman who wrote the book. The book, “Silent Spring”, published in 1962, became an overnight best seller. Carson was a marine biologist and well known author who delivered to the American public a then radical message about the dire consequences of the unregulated use of pesticides.

Pollution

Simply Wildlife
60 Min.

VHS

Become better acquainted with Colorado’s cornucopia of wildlife species. From bugling elk to endangered river otters, this video features more than 50 different species in their natural environment. A Division of Wildlife video, no narration.

Wildlife and Habitat

Small Boat Safety for the Hunter
10 Min.

VHS

A safety film for hunters who use a boat. Alan Madison Productions–1999.

Hunter Education, Hunting

Snow Country Survival
24 Min.

VHS

Teaches how to recognize the dangers of winter weather, basic principles of survival, what to wear in cold country, what to take with you survive, how to use the resources around you and skills for different conditions.

Outdoor Skills

Solitudes
30 Min.

VHS

A visual wilderness experience with natural sounds only. Wildlife species include common loon, beaver osprey, scarlet, tanager, ruffed grouse, timber wolves and more.

Wildlife and Habitat

Something for Everyone
13 Min.

VHS

A description of the roles of State Wildlife Areas in Colorado. Four areas–Apishapa, South Platte/Tamarack, Lone Cone and Cherokee–are featured.

Wildlife and Habitat

Space for Wildlife
25 Min.

VHS

Discusses the alarming loss of wildlife habitat and offers possible solutions.

Wildlife and Habitat

Status of Waterfowl, 1999
24 Min.

VHS

A USFWS report on North America’s waterfowl populations and habitat conditions.

Hunting, Wildlife and Habitat

Steel Shot
11 Min.

VHS

This video by Federal Cartridge is aimed at educating hunters on the use of steel shot. It explains the differences between lead and steel and addresses some of the problems hunters have when converting to steel shot. Promotes Federal products.

Hunting

Survival
28 Min.

VHS

Demonstrates four survival situations in which victims use the wrong behavior. The correct behavior is discussed in detail, covering prevention, recognition, cause and treatment of hypothermia, panic and heat exhaustion.

Outdoor Skills

Survival
35 Min

DVD

Survival is often based on ability to adapt to changes in the environment as well as having the genetic traits that assist survival. This video reveals how all types of animals adapt to survive.

Wildlife survival

Swimming Upstream: Endangered Fish of the Colorado River
14 Min.

VHS

Recovery program for endangered fish of the upper Colorado River.

Fish

The New Fly Fishing Basics
90 Min.

DVD

This video is for both the novice and the advanced fly fisher. Lessons covers casting, fly tying, and the proper way to fish lakes, streams, and rivers.

Fishing

This Little Bullet
17 Min.

VHS

This film impresses upon the novice hunter the potential lethal properties of the weapon being handled.

Hunter Education

Tread Lightly
11 Min.

VHS

U.S. Forest Service video on use of off highway vehicles (OHV) with minimum damage to the habitat.

Miscellaneous

Tree Stands: Above All Safety First
15 Min.

VHS

Instructs on the safety principles of tree stand use while hunting.

Hunting

Turkey Hunting Success…And Safety
14 Min.

VHS

This video narrated by Rob Keck discusses the factors that lead to turkey hunting accidents, focusing on the fact that they can happen to experience hunters. It illustrates what hunters should and should not do to avoid being involved in an accident.

Hunter Education

Unendangered Species
20 Min.

VHS

This video explores the growth of wildlife management in America and examines its role in rescuing numerous species of America’s wildlife from the brink of extinction to healthful and abundant numbers today.

Wildlife Management

Water Wonders

VHS

Explores the lives of aquatic insects and fish. Learn about wildlife along streams and around ponds, find out about water quality, the water cycle and conservation.

Water/Wetlands

Way of the Trout
28 Min.

VHS

Shows an angler contemplating the life cycle of the trout, including the struggle for life from egg to hatching and finally as an adult. Shows how the trout learns to evade many of the dangers it faces.

Fish

Wetlands, We Need Them
20 Min.

VHS

A wetlands study that is a base from which to meet many interdisciplinary objectives. Concepts include energy flow, life cycles, seasonal changes, habitats and relating wildlife needs to conservation.

Water/Wetlands, General Ecology

What They Say About Hunting
22 Min.

VHS

Presents an in-depth look at the hunting controversy. Examines the questions most often asked about hunting and separates facts from opinion in the hunting debate. Analyzes official statements from professional organizations as well as other individuals on both sides of the issue. Narrated by Pat Summerall.

Hunting

Where Have the Mule Deer Gone?
22 Min.

VHS

A look into some of the biology behind the decline of mule deer in the Rocky Mountain West and what Colorado Parks and Wildlife is doing to address the problem. Produced by CPW (1999).

Wildlife and Habitat

Where the Buffalo Roamed
56 Min.

VHS

To first American hunters, bison were a symbol of abundance and power. Today, the remaining bison are protected and managed to ensure their survival. They have become a symbol of hope for wildlife’s survival.

Endangered Wildlife

Where the Columbines Grow
64 Min.

VHS

An entertaining look back at the trials and tribulations of Colorado’s first game wardens, in contrast to the duties of wildlife managers of today. Produced by the CPW as part of the  Centennial celebration in 1997.

Colorado Parks and Wildlife Programs

Whirling Out of Control?
30 Min.

VHS

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service video about whirling disease. 1998

Fish, Fishing, Disease Management

Wildlife Habitat and the Hunter
25 Min.

VHS

Combines animated characters with a variety of hunting scenes and wildlife footage. Teaches the benefits of improving knowledge of wildlife and its habitat. Shows how humans can live in harmony with wildlife.

Hunting, Wildlife and Habitat

Wildlife in Danger
30 Min.

VHS

Topic is loss of habitat and Colorado’s threatened and endangered wildlife. Goes into detail on many species including bald eagle, peregrine falcon, fish, river otters, black footed ferrets, prairie chickens, least terns, lynx, wolverine, wolf and grizzly. Comprehensive information about some of Colorado’s lesser known threatened fish and amphibians. Introduction and music by John Denver.

Endangered Wildlife, Wildlife and Habitat

Wildlife Survivors
Wildlife Wars & Return of the Eagle

DVD
2 Disc

This National Wildlife Federation production features two discs. Disc 1: Wildlife Wars, hosted by Daryl Hannah, looks at the increase in human conflicts with wildlife and what can be done.
Disc 2: Return of the Eagle, hosted by Billy Ray Cyrus, explores the comeback of the bald eagle.

Birds, Raptors, Bald Eagle, Wildlife, Habitat, Conflict

Wildlife Tales: Spiders Web of Steel
25 Min.

VHS

Using their webs, spiders can trap and wrap a helpless victim many times their own size in no time. With this film, you will discover many more secrets about these fascinating creatures.

Miscellaneous

Wildlife Touch Museum…A Story to Share
20 Min.

VHS

A Colorado Parks and Wildlife documentary designed to assist others in setting up a museum where taxidermy mounts are available to touch. This video explains how to obtain the necessary federal permits to possess certain species, work with taxidermist to obtain mounts and gives hints on raising money to establish a museum.

Colorado Parks and Wildlife Programs

Winged Migration
89 Min.

DVD

Fly along with birds from around the world as they migrate. This film is narration free.

Birds, Migration

Winter Feeding

VHS

1983-84 CPW deer and elk feeding program.

Colorado Parks and Wildlife Programs

Wolves
60 Min.

VHS

Focuses on controversial efforts to revive populations of several wolf species in the lower 48 states. By National Audubon Society, narrated by Robert Redford.

Endangered Wildlife, Mammals

World of Raptors
55 Min.

DVD

Explores the North American raptors and includes raptor sighting and identification techniques.

Raptors, Hawks, Eagles, Falcon

Yellowstone
Battle for Life

DVD

Follow wildlife such as wolves, bison, & grizzly bears through the four seasons in Yellowstone.

Yellowstone, wildlife