MEMBER REVIEW: The driftless zone is a topographical island in the middle of North America, where glaciers never came. They use somewhat gimmicky video and sound techniques, but it is beautifully shot. They explore the geology and biology of the driftless area, as well as traces of humans in the past. This video is 27 minutes long. Done in 2013 by Untamed Science and The Mississippi Valley Conservancy, it is more of a travelogue, but well worth watching. Be sure to watch the additional material; you get more interesting in depth scientific material. DESCRIPTION: A documentary about a team of explorers and scientists kayaking down deeply cut tributary valleys, flying in ultralights, and climbing rocky bluffs to reveal answers to the mysteries within the driftless area. Their journey will expose both the science and threats behind three unique features of the zone – rare plants and animals, odd geological phenomenon, and striking remnants of a Native American pilgrimage like no other. What these explorers reveal will not only give the audience a greater appreciation for the unique diversity of this “island of land” that escaped glacial scouring, but will inspire a greater appreciation for this amazing area. The goal is not to answer all the mysteries, but to document the exploratory process for the viewers. In the end, the film will ignite the curiosity of viewers to discover more about the area for themselves.