Wild Rockies

Stretching almost 5000 km over international borders, reaching thousands of feet into the sky, splitting the continents -- The Rocky Mountains are more than just massive, theyre monstrous. Wild Rockies takes you into some of the unique ecosystems across this sprawling mountain range, and introduces you to the animals that call them home. From wild horses in the desert-like Okanagan valley, to grizzly bears batting salmon out of the glacier-fed rivers, and even mountain goats stomping around way up near the peaks, where even trees cant survive. Wild Rockies will tell the stories of these incredible creatures living among the peaks and valleys of one of the worlds most iconic mountain ranges.

2016 HD Canada English

Documentary

S1E1 - The Borderlands 2016-08-26

In springtime, a narrow corridor in the Canadian Rockies known as the Kootenays is the only area where 16 of North Americas native carnivore species come together. Its bad news for the native elk, moose, and caribou--all are aware of this seasonal threat and work hard to ensure they and their young remain one step ahead of danger. Witness the dramatic struggle for survival.

S1E2 - In the Peaks 2016-08-26

Stretching more than 3,000 miles across the U.S.-Canadian border, the Rockies are home to bleak alpine tundra zones. They sit up to 14,000 feet above sea level, with temperatures dropping 3.5 degrees Fahrenheit for every thousand feet of elevation. This means that only the hardiest mountain specialists can cope with its savage conditions, like fur-protected mountain goats and the remarkable hoary marmot.

S1E3 - The Waterways 2016-08-26

In the Rockies, the higher you are, the more water you get. Most of it comes from the giant glaciers and awe-inspiring ice fields that rest on the rugged peaks. These glaciers melt in spring, feeding more than 60 major rivers that bring sustenance to the land and the thousands of species that rely on it.

S1E4 - Balancing the Forest 2016-08-26

Someone is setting fire to the forests of the Rocky Mountains. Surprisingly, its scientists working on part of a crucial regeneration process. With more trees here than anywhere else in the world, maintaining a healthy ecosystem through "prescribed fires" is a vital step in the preservation of this lush paradise.

S1E5 - Group Survival 2016-08-26

Many prey like bison and elk benefit from social living because larger groups often mean more eyes looking out for danger. So why do some predators also favor this approach? Delve into the dynamics of group living in one of North Americas most rugged environments: the Rocky Mountains.

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