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Science and Nature
2026
OutSCIder Classroom

Death Valley and Sequoia National Parks

Join host Chris Anderson in exploring America’s national parks to discover how the world around us works! Each episode takes you on an adventure to learn about science, nature, history, and culture, with real scientists, park rangers, and experts. A show that makes learning fun, engaging, sure to spark curiosity and wonder of the outdoors!

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Death Valley and Sequoia National Parks

Season 1 Episode 101 | 27m 56s | CC

Learn how a desert and a redwood forest can exist just 90 miles apart due to the rain shadow effect in Death Valley and Sequoia National Parks. Learn why the Badwater Basin in the lowest elevation point on Earth, talk with a park ranger to learn why giant sequoias are able to grow to be the tallest trees in the world, and make your list of hiking essentials for any adventure.

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