National Geographic Specials
For over 30 years, the National Geographic Society has presented specials on nature, foreign culture, scientific breakthroughs, and things which fall under the general category of "neat stuff." Each special is self-contained.
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For over 30 years, the National Geographic Society has presented specials on nature, foreign culture, scientific breakthroughs, and things which fall under the general category of "neat stuff." Each special is self-contained.
Season 1993 Episode Guide
4 Episodes 1993
Episode 1
Lost Kingdoms of the Maya
Wed, Jan 20, 1993
The story of the Mayans is told based on the ancient stone writings by the Maya themselves. Early finds hinted toward a peace loving civilization in sync with nature. But further finds indicate it was quite opposite.
Episode 2
Keepers of the Wild
Wed, Feb 17, 1993 55 mins
National Geographic TV special follows elephant keeper Charlie Gray in Canada, bat keeper Sue Barnard in Georgia, big cat keeper Jack Castor in California, former zookeeper Margaret Cook searching for those animals she raised as babies who were sold by the zoo to private owners, Texas zookeeper Michele Whitehouse, zookeeper Tony Garel in Belize, endangered snail keeper Quentin Bloxam in the Bailiwick of Jersey, SeaWorld orca whale keeper Sharon Veitz, rhinoceros keeper Andy Lodge, and rhinoceros sanctuary founder Anna Merz.
Episode 3
Survivors of the Skeleton Coast
Wed, Apr 14, 1993 60 mins
Follow Des and Jen Bartlett as they explore this unique area of Africa where the desert meets the sea.
Episode 4
The Power of Water
Wed, Nov 10, 1993
Presentation of man's relationship to fresh water.