Learn the importance of walking, bike riding and the importance of an exercise program. No matter your age, it is sometimes challenging to begin an exercise program. Sometimes we need a helpful nudge. Here is your starting point.
Learn the power of positive thinking, compassion and gratitude. An inspiring short film on positive thinking, compassion and gratitude. It can be said that what we put in our mind at bedtime may well affect our attitude in the morning. The importance of a positive self-image can not be overstated.
Explore ways to move through depression, observe a visualization of a positive perspective and remind yourself that you are here for a reason. A sincere, touching, and reassuring film for anyone feeling overwhelmed, bullied, or severely depressed. Sadness is a normal reaction to stressful events. D
Separate the myths from facts about bereavement, explore the process of mourning and moving on and learn how to be supportive and supportable. Losing someone you love or something you care about can be very painful. There is no right way or wrong way to grieve; however, there are healthy ways to co
Award Winning Short Film. Learn how the body and brain function, observe how we can dispel the stigma of mental health and see how your mental health impacts a community. This highly sensitive suicide prevention film contrasts how childhood experiences affect perspectives in adulthood. Learn the re
Learn how the past impacts our present and future, how special moments live on and the importance of treasuring special moments. It is extraordinary how special moments from our past can bring joy in the present. It is essential we cherish the precious moments each day as they will being contentmen
Did you know that not everyone with a career in agriculture drives a tractor? There are a large variety of careers that support farming in Wisconsin! This program highlights four careers related to the field of agriculture and production of the leading US export, soy. Each one of these careers a
How can science and technology convert the decomposed carbon-rich juices of ancient life into gasoline to power our vehicles plus make the asphalt to pave our roads. Unlock the answers to the physics, chemistry and science of hydrocarbons. We help unravel the complex chemistry and physics of how a
Join our adventure team as they wade into the murky science of understanding our wetlands workings and ecosystems. They paddle, splash and probe their way across various wetlands to discover the water cycles, ecology and human influences that impact Wisconsin wetlands. So come on, it’s time to roll
Hang on as our adventure team zip lines their way through the trees and science of understanding forest management and related ecosystems. They explore from high canopies all the way to the leaf litter to uncover the lifecycle or Wisconsin's recyclable forests. Along the way, they team up with expe
Keep up with our young scientists as they embark on one of the biggest adventures of their lives in The Amazing Eco-Trek Race. Josh, Caroline, Emma, and Jacob begin a gauntlet of physical and mental tests where they are scored on how they face challenges in four environments across Wisconsin. From
History shows that rivers are essential to building thriving communities, but who does a river really belong to? The Ottaway describes the life and livelihood a river provides to both human and natural communities through the perspectives of all who depend on it. Explore the struggle for balance a
This program unravels some of the foundational chemistry that affects everything on planet earth. It begins with the primary conversion of simple chemicals into complex compounds that form the building blocks of all life. Using the further conversions that occur in a dairy cow, the team decodes how
So what’s the big news with such a little bean? That's exactly what we'll explore as we unravel the history and mystery of this littlelegume. In revealing the historic roots of the soybean, we'll uncover the secret within the plant’s roots of converting atmospheric nitrogen into nitrogen in the soi
More than ever, people are searching for ways to become more sustainable in their homes, communities and as citizens of Planet Earth. In Sensible Sustainable Solutions, our "green team" travel around the countryside exploring sustainable options and solutions to healthier lives, lands and waters.
Dive into the science and real life farming practices of Wisconsin’s beef industry. From nutrition to cooking, we'll explore fun and useful information that will help make you beef savvy in the store, on the grill, or at the farm. Did you know there are more than 3,000 kinds of substances that can
Lace up your hiking boots as we explore the mysteries both big and small along Wisconsin’s scenic Ice Age Trail. From east to west, we'll hike with experts on different sections of this 1000-mile trail to discover glacial mysteries such as drumlins, moraines, eskers, kames, potholes and kettles. We
Our team of science investigators get their feet wet with the challenge of discovering where clean water comes from and all the people and science involved in the process of making it safe to drink. ITO Mission Control pulls out the hi-tech bag of tricks in sending the team of “water investigators”
How do polar vortexes, slimate change, record storms and extreme weaterh of all kinds play havoc on our ecosystems and all the species that live there? Discover what animals do to survive and even thrive, when surviving isn’t so easy. From bumblebees to humans, you will learn how animals adapt to t
Did you ever consider the fact that the fuel in your car’s gas tank is mostly ancient sequestered carbon about 400 million years old? But part of that mixture is also modern recycled carbon made from today’s renewable fuels like ethanol and biodiesel. In this program you’ll discover how science and
How has dairy farming changed in the past 200 years? What science is involved in getting us products like milk and cheese? Discover the answers and follow Josh and Caroline as they move throughout dairy farms, exploring the science along the way, finding adventure as they explore the science and te
All living things need safe habitats to thrive. Tha's a challenge for birds in a shrinking wild landscape. So how can bird sanctuaries make a difference? We'll discover the importance of managing conservancies and sanctuaries while investigating how avian stewards can make significant change. We'