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A stirring portrait of America's leading environmentalist, David Brower, who was instrumental in establishing some of America's most spectacular national parks, while heading the Sierra Club, establishing and directing Friends of the Earth, and later Earth Island Institute. This inspiring profile is filled with footage of some of the most spectacular wilderness areas in the United States, and with excerpts from Brower's home movies and the pioneering environmental documentaries which he made for the Sierra Club. David Brower is a prime example of the difference a dedicated individual can make in the American political landscape.

Mount Rainier is the most compelling and best-known symbol of life in the Pacific Northwest. Its majestic presence defines the natural beauty and geographic diversity of Washington State. This breathtaking documentary from veteran producer Jean Walkinshaw celebrates the centennial of Rainier's national park and tells stories about this enduring symbol through a fascinating mosaic of perspectives. Meet mountain climbers and scientists, naturalists and artists, and others who have been inspired by the magnificence of Mount Rainier. Spectacular high-definition footage interspersed with archival material makes this a truly comprehensive portrait of Rainier: The Mountain.

Mountaineering - Snow climbing is a documentary about alpinism. It was directed by Richard 'Dick' McGowan in 1960s and produced by KCTS TV. It is a part of the series Alpine hiking and basic mountaineering. It features Richard 'Dick' McGowan.

Mountaineering - Rock climbing is a documentary about alpinism. It was directed by Richard 'Dick' McGowan in 1960s and produced by KCTS TV. It is a part of the series Alpine hiking and basic mountaineering. It features Richard 'Dick' McGowan.

Mountain hazards is a documentary about alpinism. It was directed by Richard 'Dick' McGowan in 1960s and produced by KCTS TV. It is a part of the series Alpine hiking and basic mountaineering. It features Richard 'Dick' McGowan.

A typical climb in the Cascade Mountains is a documentary about alpinism. It was directed by Richard 'Dick' McGowan in 1960s and produced by KCTS TV. It is a part of the series Alpine hiking and basic mountaineering. It features Richard 'Dick' McGowan.