Years ago all America was the outdoors but only the Indians understood the true beauty of it all. As immigrants built roads, the meaning of the outdoors changed and became more accessible. Now outdoor enjoyment tends to be more organised, but whether it is bike riding in Central Park in New York or walking in the Grand Canyon, all interests can be catered for. “By being outdoors we all gain a special look at ourselves through Nature”.
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In ACMI's collection
Credits
Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
007276
Language
English
Subject categories
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → United States - Description and travel
Climate, Environment, Natural Resources & Disasters → Environment
Climate, Environment, Natural Resources & Disasters → Outdoor education
Documentary → Documentary films - United States
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Leisure
Education, Instruction, Teaching & Schools → Outdoor education
Food, Health, Lifestyle, Medicine, Psychology & Safety → Leisure
Hobbies, Recreation & Sport → Leisure
Hobbies, Recreation & Sport → Outdoor education
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)