Introduction

Jan 2, 2022

Glacier Behind the Scenes Introduction Play Episode Pause Episode 1x 00:00 / 0:44 Duration: 0:44This collection of audio briefs brings you closer to the history, culture and science of this unique mountain ecosystem. Get the behind-the-scenes scoop on topics that...

About the Author

Jan 1, 2022

Glacier Behind the Scenes About the Author Play Episode Pause Episode 1x 00:00 / 0:48 Duration: 0:48I grew up in the Flathead Valley and spent many a summer day hiking the trails of Glacier with my family.  My parents had a deep love for the outdoors and...

Activities

Jan 1, 2022

Glacier Behind the Scenes Activities Play Episode Pause Episode 1x 00:00 / 0:57 Duration: 0:57Personalize your Glacier Park experience by engaging in one of these activities: Be a cartographer and create your own map of Glacier highlighting your favorite...

More Than Meets the Eye

Jan 1, 2022

Glacier Behind the Scenes More Than Meets the Eye Play Episode Pause Episode 1x 00:00 / 4:31 Duration: 4:31Listen to learn about the whitebark pine — a keystone species — and its special relationship to the Clark’s Nutcracker. If you want...

Beneath a Blanket of Stars

Jan 1, 2022

Glacier Behind the Scenes Beneath a Blanket of Stars Play Episode Pause Episode 1x 00:00 / 4:30 Duration: 4:30Listen to learn about Glacier’s “dark skies” status, light pollution, star gazing and Glacier’s new telescope. If you want...

Glacier’s First People

Jan 1, 2022

Glacier Behind the Scenes Glacier's First People Play Episode Pause Episode 1x 00:00 / 3:37 Duration: 3:37Listen to learn about the Blackfeet connection to Glacier. If you want to dig deeper online: Explore: Native America Speaks Program Schedule...

I Spy With My Little Eye

Jan 1, 2022

Glacier Behind the Scenes I Spy With My Little Eye Play Episode Pause Episode 1x 00:00 / 2:18 Duration: 2:18Press play to discover evidence of Glacier’s past. If you want to dig deeper online: Read:  Archeology in Glacier See:  Historic photos...

Bear Elevators?!

Jan 1, 2022

Glacier Behind the Scenes Bear Elevators?! Play Episode Pause Episode 1x 00:00 / 2:38 Duration: 2:38Listen to learn about avalanche chutes and their role in the mountain ecosystem. If you want to dig deeper online: Explore: Climate Change in Glacier Viewing...

Glacier Without Glaciers

Jan 1, 2022

Glacier Behind the Scenes Glacier Without Glaciers Play Episode Pause Episode 1x 00:00 / 4:30 Duration: 4:30Listen to learn about the future of the park’s glaciers and the impact of climate change. If you want to dig deeper online: See:  Photos of...

Keeping Wildlife Wild

Jan 1, 2022

Glacier Behind the Scenes Keeping Wildlife Wild Play Episode Pause Episode 1x 00:00 / 3:25 Duration: 3:25In this episode learn about humans, ungulates and a dog named “Gracie”. If you want to dig deeper online: Explore: Have Fun and Stay Safe in...

Along McDonald Creek

Jan 1, 2022

Glacier Behind the Scenes Along McDonald Creek Play Episode Pause Episode 1x 00:00 / 3:05 Duration: 3:05Listen to learn about the harlequin duck — a species of concern and other species research happening in Glacier National Park. If you want to dig...

Lying Lightly on the Land

Jan 1, 2022

Glacier Behind the Scenes Lying Lightly on the Land Play Episode Pause Episode 1x 00:00 / 2:44 Duration: 2:44Listen to learn about a pivotal moment in the design of the Going-to-the-Sun Road. If you want to dig deeper online: Explore:  Information about...

Preserving Pristine Water

Jan 1, 2022

Glacier Behind the Scenes Preserving Pristine Water Play Episode Pause Episode 1x 00:00 / 3:57 Duration: 3:57Listen to learn about the threat of aquatic mussels and microplastics in Glacier’s waterways. If you want to dig deeper online:...

Native vs. Noxious

Jan 1, 2022

Glacier Behind the Scenes Native vs. Noxious Play Episode Pause Episode 1x 00:00 / 3:04 Duration: 3:04Listen to learn about Glacier’s efforts to preserve and protect its native vegetation. If you want to dig deeper online: Read:  “Northwest...

Welcome to Glacier!

Jan 1, 2022

Glacier Behind the Scenes Welcome to Glacier! Play Episode Pause Episode 1x 00:00 / 2:46 Duration: 2:46Listen to learn about the significance of the National Park Service arrowhead emblem and the paradox created in the 1916 Organic Act. If you want to dig deeper...