Decoding the Driftless (2018)

Emmy Award-winning filmmakers George Howe and Tim Jacobson of Sustainable Driftless, and Rob Nelson of Untamed Science, have teamed up again to produce a feature-length film on the amazing origins, diversity, and resources of the Driftless Region. This time the creative team also includes Swedish filmmaker Jonas Stenstrom of Untamed Science, and six-time Emmy-winning wildlife cinematographer Neil Rettig. The team delivers extremely rare footage of natural phenomena and scenic beauty in the Driftless in a way never seen before. Join scientists and seasoned local guides on a wild ride of adventure through the air, across rugged landscapes, on and under the water, and through the secret underworld of the Driftless Region. Travel back in time 500 million years to discover how this unique region formed and has evolved over time in surprising ways. Learn why this one region, in the heart of America, is the only "island driftless region" in the world. Explore the archaeology, paleontology, geology, and biology of this fascinating region with fun-loving hosts from Untamed Science who will open your eyes, mind, and heart to the Driftless like never before. Your journey will take you to parts of Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa, and Illinois to uncover ancient hidden mysteries, endangered Ice-Age throwbacks, and globally rare ecosystems as we are Decoding the Driftless.