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• Number of discs: 1
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• ASIN: 1569381682
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #424,646 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)

Editorial Reviews

From the Back Cover

Rolling through the majestic mountains of British Columbia, The Skeena - with its colorful locomotive and sleek dome car - offers train enthusiasts an unparalleled trip through the Canadian wilderness. As The Skeena cuts through 700 miles of this province's awe-inspiring countryside, meet unforgettable local characters whose daily lives are affected by the train. Cross paths with amazing wildlife, including elk, moose, bears and schools of salmon. Explore the Columbia Ice Fields, almost 200 bridges - each providing unique views of the breathtaking terrain - and the grandeur of the Canadian Rockies' tallest mountain. From gentle river rafting to an invigorating mountain climb, The Skeena links together one great adventure after another.

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars For children and families who love trains and nature, July 30, 2000

By 

Geoffrey S. Knauth (Williamsport, PA United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: America's Scenic Rail Journeys: Canadian Rockies [VHS] (VHS Tape)

After watching this video about the route of the Skeena countless times, borrowing it two dozen times from the local library, I finally decided we had to buy our own copy. Our three year-old loves it, not just because of the beautiful scenery, mountains, glaciers, nice people, hiking, history, railroad bridges and tunnels, helicopter, seaplane and fishing boat... I think he also realizes that compared to the garbage on TV that must be so frightening to a small child, this video is pure delight, and he'd much rather we watch "the Skeena video," as he puts it, than anything else we grown-ups might put on the screen. Even though he pleads to see it over and over, I have to say I'm not tired of it, and I learn something new every time I watch it. And the more I watch it, the more I feel my three year-old has taught me something, that the time must come to turn off the TV, even the nice Skeena video, and head for a family vacation in the Canadian Rockies when the children are older.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Pleasant Viewing, February 22, 2004

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G. J Wiener (Westchester, NY USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: America's Scenic Rail Journeys: Canadian Rockies [VHS] (VHS Tape)

America's Scenic Rail Journeys: The Canadian Rockies certainly makes a great impression. Its so relaxing to see such an unspoiled part of North America. The animals, mountains, and bright skyline are a real treat. Jasper National Park is so captivating. I just have to make it there someday.

A big plus are the persepctives from several people. The train conductors are so pleasant. They seem so unworried with trivial matters.

Anyway, this is a good overview for those who want to visit this breathtaking part of North America.