John Neary On Mendenhall Glacier

59s

Tongass National Forest's John Neary explains how massive Mendenhall Glacier really is.

Extras + Features

Climbing Inside a Glacier

S1 E2 - 3m 5s

On-air correspondent Steve Backshall climbs into the heart of a moulin - the whole carved by melted water as it makes its way through a glacier.
Exploring a Beaver Dam

S1 E2 - 1m 53s

Join host Chris Kratt as he explores how beavers construct their habitats.
Bear Claws

S1 E2 - 2m 23s

Co-hosts Chris Kratt and Martin Kratt join Dr. Joy Reidenberg to take a look at the differences between black and brown bear claws.
Camping in Bear Country

S1 E1 - 1m 14s

On-air correspondent Liz Bonnin explains how her isolated encampment in bear country allows us to experience Katmai National Park in its natural state.
Wild Bald Eagle in Flight

S1 E1 - 20s

Watch as a Bald Eagle makes live appearance during the first episodes of Wild Alaska Live.
Following a Bear Trail

S1 E1 - 1m 24s

Hosts Chris and Martin Kratt and John Neary, Director of the Mendenhall Glacier Visitor Center, explore a bear’s daybed.
Black Bear vs. Brown Bear

S1 E1 - 1m 5s

Watch as comparative anatomist Dr. Joy Reidenberg explains the differences between Black and Brown Bears.

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