TBEP’s Video Lending Library allows teachers, students and others to borrow environmental videos FREE for up to a month. The videos are mailed in a reusable package with a return PRE-PAID postage strip included.
To borrow a video, e-mail nanette@tbep.org and provide your name,
phone number and mailing address, or call (727) 893-2765.
Videos now available:
“Controlled Burning: Prescription for Safety”
This video produced by the Southwest Florida Water Management District features prescribed or controlled burning. Controlled burning is an important management tool as well as an important part of Florida’s ecology. Learn how this management tool has evolved since the Native Americans burned Florida lands to protect their homes from catastrophic fire. Running Time: 15 minutes
“This Florida Yard”
This video follows homeowners as they tackle landscape renovation projects in an
environmentally friendly way. Produced by the Hillsborough Florida Yards & Neighborhoods Program. Running Time: 30 minutes
“Backyard Conservation: One Yard At A Time”
See how 10 conservation practices commonly used by farmers can be used in your backyard in this short video produced by the National Association of Conservation Districts. Running Time: 9 minutes
“This Old Pond”
This video offers step-by-step instructions from experts to help property owners maintain their stormwater systems. Running Time: 15 minutes
“Ecosystem Management: Turning The Tide For Florida”
Introduction to the principles of ecosystem management. Produced by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection.
“The History and Culture of Emerson Point”
Narrated by archaeologist Bill Burger, this video explores the fascinating natural and human history of the Emerson Point area of Manatee County. ** This project was funded with a TBEP Bay Mini-Grant! Running Time: 26 minutes
“Wounded Paradise: Florida’s Past or Florida’s Future
This film is a co-production of WUSF-TV and the Southwest Florida Water Management District (SWFWMD) and explores different ways to reduce the negative impacts Florida’s rapid development and population growth have on rivers, lakes and bays. Experts explain on one hand how the population growth has created a booming economy, while others detail how population growth has resulted in the degradation of Florida’s complex ecosystems. Running Time: 28 minutes
“Motor”
A documentary exploring the conflicts posed by use of motorized vehicles in national forests and on other public lands. Produced by High Plains Films and The Ecology Center. Running Time: 38 minutes
“Subdivide and Conquer: A Modern Western”
This high-quality, documentary for PBS examines the social, political and environmental problems associated with urban sprawl, from the perspective of the AmericanWest. This film was named Best Environmental Program at the Telluride Film Festival. Running Time: 60 minutes
“Environmental Explorations: Weedon Island” and “Environmental Explorations: Air Quality”
These videos were produced by Pinellas County Government Access TV. The Weedon Island video explores the rich cultural and natural history of Weedon Island Preserve, while the Air Quality video examines the sources and effects of air pollution, and what the county is doing to monitor and reduce pollution. Running Time: 30 minutes
“Paths of Pollution”
Discover the interactions that take place between air, water, soil, and biota, and the impact pollution has on these four mediums. Produced by INTELECOM. Running Time: 28:29 minutes
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FISHERIES RESEARCH AND MANAGEMENT |
“It’s In Your Hands”
Learn how FWC’s marine fisheries research and management help protect and conserve Florida’s fish and wildlife in this film featuring award-winning television producer Mark Sosin of Mark Sosin’s Saltwater Journal. The video also provides catch-and-release tips and other conservation measures anglers can use to join in the effort to help preserve Florida’s ecosystems. Running Time: 22 minutes
“Maintaining Florida’s Fisheries”
Learn all about Florida’s saltwater projects funded by FWC’s Sport Fish Restoration program in this video hosted by FWC and Saltwater Journal’s Mark Sosin. The research projects help boost boating and fishing opportunities around the state and are part of a national effort to provide resource managers with vital information for developing fish and wildlife management plans. Running Time: 28 minutes
“Fisheries”
This educational film teaches students the science and math behind fishery activities. Students will follow the fishery process from luring the fish from the sea to putting fish sticks on grocery store shelves, learning the complexities of the fishery process. Produced by South Carolina ETV. Running Time: 20 minutes
“Charlotte Harbor: The Network of an Estuary”
Renowned photographer Clyde Butcher and others explain the value of estuaries, the importance of the National Estuary Program, issues of concern, and actions undertaken to improve Charlotte Harbor. Running Time: 27 minutes
“Estuary”
The National Film Board of Canada provides a close-up look at an estuary – the biologically important wetlands where the fresh water of a river meets the salt water of the ocean. Running Time: 12 minutes
“One Community, One Gulf 2002”
Vignettes about agencies, organizations and communities around the Gulf of Mexico are working together to restore habitat, improve water quality and protect wildlife. Running Time: 30 minutes
“2002 Gulf Guardian Awards”
Learn about the projects and partnerships that earned prestigious Gulf Guardian Awards in 2001 for their efforts to protect and restore the Gulf of Mexico. Great classroom video! Running Time: 29 minutes
“Wild Florida – Invasive Exotics” (New!)
Hosted by television personality and Florida native Hunter Reno, this public television series explores our state’s unique ecosystem and the animals that inhabit it. This segment focuses on the environmental and economic threat posed by non-native, invasive plants and animals like the python and the iguana. DVD, produced by the Community Television Foundation of South Florida, Inc. Running Time: 30 minutes
“Reclaiming Paradise: Eradicating Exotic Invasive Species”
Learn how a group of determined condominium residents in Pinellas County worked together to remove invasive Brazilian pepper trees from their common area in this video that aired locally on public access television. ** This project was funded with a TBEP Bay Mini-Grant! Running Time: 20 minutes
“Stop Exotics, Clean Your Boat”
Featuring John Ratzenberger (Cliff from the TV show “Cheers”) this video shows simple steps all boaters can take to help prevent the spread of invasive plants and animals, such as zebra mussels, hydrilla and water hyacinths, that can be both ecologically and economically devastating. Running Time: 11 minutes
“Plants Out of Place”
This 15-minute video summary of a national television documentary examines the environmental and economic toll taken by invasive plant species imported to the United States either intentionally or unwittingly. Part of the Techno 2001 series produced by Information Television Network, this documentary was partially funded by the Gulf of Mexico Program. Running Time: 60 minutes
“Aquatic Invaders”
This film explores the economic and environmental threats posed by invasive species, such as the zebra mussel, and how scientists, the public and policy makers are working to prevent the spread of these harmful interlopers. Although the subject matter emphasizes the Great Lakes region, it is applicable to all areas of the nation. Produced by Information Television Network in collaboration with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and other organizations. Running Time: 30 minutes
“Non-Native Invasion”
Join Greg Grandy and the Environmental Toolbox student reporters as they investigate what environmental impacts invasive species have on various ecosystems in North America, and the measures one can take to control them. Produced by Louisiana Public Broadcasting. Running Time: 19:49 minutes
“Wicked Weeds” DVD/VHS
Learn how to identify and safely remove invasive trees, shrubs and vines in your own yard. Available in DVD or VHS format. Running Time: 21 minutes
“This Land Is Your Land”
Produced by the Southwest Florida Water Management District (SWFWMD), this film features a group of explorers as they visit District-owned lands and discover how these lands protect the water resource. Through this video you will learn how you too can help preserve and protect our natural resources and enjoy District-owned lands. Running Time: 27 minutes
“Our Water Paradise”
What you can do to protect manatees and the habitats they depend upon. Produced by Save The Manatee Club.
“A Closer Look at Manatees”
Examines the biology of the manatee, including growth, reproduction, seasonal movements, and critical habitats. Ideal for classroom use. Produced by Diane Wilkins Productions with a grant from the state’s Advisory Council on Environmental Education. Running Time: 10 minutes
“The State of Manatees”
Explores factors affecting the survival of manatees, provides an overview of current research, and describes measures being taken by the state to protect manatees. This video also offers valuable tips on boating safely near manatees. Produced by Diane Wilkins Productions with a grant from the state’s Advisory Council on Environmental Education.
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PROJECTS FOR THE CLASSROOM |
“Coastal Wetland Nursery”
This video produced by Chamberlain High School students offers instructions for designing, building and maintaining a salt marsh nursery as a school project. The High School Wetland Nursery Program is conducted by Tampa BayWatch. Running Time: 12 minutes
“After The Rain”
This film explores the importance of water, the pressures our growing cities are placing on this precious resource, and ways that individuals can protect local drinking water supplies and waterways. Produced by Oregon State University Extension Service. Running Time: 30 minutes
“Seagrass: A Tropical Rainforest In Our Bay” and “Seagrass Monitoring: BayWatch for the Real Florida”
The first video is a short primer on seagrasses – what they are and why they’re so crucial to the health of Florida estuaries. The second video, provides an overview of a seagrass monitoring program that uses trained volunteers. Both videos were produced by the St. Andrew Bay Resource Management Association. Running Time: 4 minutes (first video) and 15 minutes (second video)
“Tampa Bay: Living Legacy”
This one-hour documentary film chronicles Tampa Bay’s transformation from a relatively unspoiled paradise in the 1950s, to a waterway battered by pollution in the 1970s, to its amazing rebirth and recovery beginning some 25 years ago and continuing today. “Tampa Bay: Living Legacy” features interviews with scientists, elected officials and citizens, including well-known Floridians such as former Governor of Florida Bob Martinez, the Mayors of both Tampa and St. Petersburg, and former State Education Commissioner Betty Castor. Compelling archival images help tell the bay’s story, along with extensive new footage showcasing the extraordinary beauty of the bay’s habitats and inhabitants. Produced by Public Media Productions for the Tampa Bay Estuary Program; additional funding provided by the Pinellas County Environmental Fund. Running Time: 57 minutes
“Bringing Back the Bay”
Produced by the Southwest Florida Water Management District, this video looks at the history and recovery of the Bay, as well as the creation of the Surface Water Improvement and Management Program (SWIM) to coordinate habitat restoration in the bay watershed. This video highlights the projects and people who work to make the Bay the jewel of West Central Florida. Running Time: 28 minutes
“Wild Tampa Bay”
Profiles of Cockroach Bay, Terra Ceia Bay and other outstanding natural areas of the bay and the people who are working to protect them. Produced by Hillsborough Government Television. ** This project was funded with a TBEP Bay Mini-Grant! Running Time: 30 minutes
“Tampa Bay: Center of Life”
Beautifully photographed introduction to Tampa Bay and its inhabitants. Produced by Vanguard Productions for the Tampa Bay Estuary Program. Running Time: 8:02 minutes
“Jet Safe: Personal Watercraft Laws for Florida”
An overview of personal watercraft safety and regulations. Produced by the Florida Marine Patrol.
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WATER QUALITY AND QUANTITY |
“After The Storm” (New!)
All across America, people live, work and play in watersheds, without knowing it. As this DVD shows, protecting the nation’s water resources will take the awareness and effort of individual citizens. Three case studies focus on the interconnections between water supply, water quality and the economic vitality and quality of life in our communities. Co-produced by EPA and The Weather Channel. Running Time: 22 minutes.
“Water 101”
An overview of water resource issues in west-central Florida. Narration by veteran actor Hal Holbrook. Running Time: 30 minutes
“Agriculture: Partnering Florida’s Future”
This video produced by the Southwest Florida Management District reveals how technology is playing a major role in agricultural irrigation. Hear from professionals, farmers and growers and discover how they are using technology to make a difference in conserving our precious water resources. Running Time: 15 minutes
“In Your Community, Water Matters…”
Watch and explore how your community is striving to protect water resources with the help of an innovative grants program in this 28-minute video. The program, sponsored by the Southwest Florida Water Management District, helps communities decide what they want to learn or do about their local water resources, then provides funding to help them do it. Produced by SWFWMD. Running Time: 28 minutes
“Neighbors: Making a Difference”
This Southwest Florida Water Management District video will introduce you to the many ways neighborhoods protect and restore their fragile environments through Florida-friendly landscaping. The video also provides details on how you and your community can get involved and participate in neighborhood revitalization projects. Running Time: 28 minutes
“Rain Barrels”
This video demonstrates how to install a rain barrel on your property as well as ways to use the stored rainwater, how to link multiple barrels together, and how to find barrels and supplies. Produced by the Hillsborough County Water Department in cooperation with the Hillsborough County Extension Service. Running Time: 13 minutes
“Sustaining Florida’s Legacy”
This video, produced by the Southwest Florida Water Management District (SWFWMD), reveals how environmental volunteers are protecting and improving west-central Florida’s water resources. You’ll also discover how their efforts often range beyond cleanups and plantings as they become more involved in making the decisions that affect the environment. Running Time: 29 minutes
“Water”
This video reveals the international consequences of water-related pollution problems and the hardships and health risks associated with the mismanagement of this invaluable resource. Produced by INTELECOM. Running Time: 28:29 minutes
“Water Pollution: The Dirty Details”
Learn what you can do to keep our water resources healthy. Running Time: 7 minutes
“Water Rich Water Poor”
This video examines problems and looks at technologies for developing new water sources, efficient irrigation of crops and landscapes, and reuse of the water resource. Running Time: 25:25
“Water Watcher”
Grades K-3. Includes classic children's songs with water resources lyrics and simple experiments to illustrate such concepts as the hydrologic cycle, water pollution and saltwater intrusion. Correlated to Florida's Sunshine State Standards. Running Time: 30 minutes
“Secrets of the Salt Marsh”
This film takes viewers soaring above and below the salt marsh as they learn all about wetland ecology. Viewers discover why salt marshes are important in the balance of nature, and what species inhabit these unique and delicate habitats. Produced by Natural Art Films. Running Time: 20 minutes
“Wings over the Wetlands”
This video illustrates the importance of the Barataria and Terrebonne Basins–precious wetland habitats that serve as “stop-over” habitats for millions of migrating birds each year. Viewers are taken on a visual journey to discover what bird species call this place home, and what species continue to just “pass on through.” Produced by Cote Blanche. Running Time: 27 minutes
"Monofilament Recovery and Recycling"
This video explains how discarded fishing line can harm wildlife, what the monofilament recovery and recycling program is all about, and how the public can help. Running Time: 15 minutes
