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Slides in the Media Library

SLIDES

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Alabama Forest Disease Pests
66 color slides, script, 1997. Auburn University- Lacy Hyche and Ken McNabb.
A slide set prepared expressly for use as a training aid for Alabama County Forestry Judging Teams.


Alabama Forest Insect Pests
62 color slides, script, 1997. Auburn University- Scott Enebak and Ken McNabb.
This slide series depicts signs and symptoms of diseases that can cause considerable damage to the forest.


Annual Bedding Plants
47 color slides, script, cassette tape, 1986.
A presentation of 20 of the most popular annual bedding plants with discussion of flower bed preparation and care of plants after they're planted.


Backyard Wildlife
80 color slides, script, cassette tape, 1984.
Provides an excellent pictorial description of how people can invite wildlife into areas surrounding their homes. Shows how to provide food, water, and shelter for wildlife near homes.


Beef Cattle Judging
69 color slides, script, cassette tape, 1986.
Since the beginning of modern civilization, livestock producers have used visual appraisal or judging to decide which cattle would be slaughtered and which would be allowed to reproduce. Judging standards and ideas have changed through the years. Information is covered in this slide set on getting ready for judging.


Breeds Of Swine
18 color slides, script, cassette tape, 1979.
Describes and illustrates popular breeds of swine.


Careers In Forestry
59 color slides, script, cassette tape, 1986.
Describes forestry employment, mainly with the Forest Service, but mentions state forestry agencies, Extension, and industry. Tells what forestry is, what foresters do, and what kind of education is required to become a forester.


Colored Breeds, Reasons 1982
93 color slides, cassette tape, 1982.
Helps develop successful dairy judging teams. Pictures of different colored breeds are included, as well as reasons from successful young judges.


Container Gardening
75 color slides, script, 1986.
Some people want to garden but have no space for conventional gardening. This slide set offers suggestions for gardening in containers. Control Methods For The Southern Pine Beetle 80 color slides, cassette tape, 1983. Describes in detail the four major treatment methods recommended for controlling southern pine beetles: salvage removal, cut-and-leave, chemical control, and pile-and burn.


Creating Your Landscape
54 color slides, script, cassette tape, 1976.
Outlines and illustrates basic principles of landscaping.


Diseases Of Landscape Ornamentals
80 color slides, booklet, 1985. Ohio Agricultural Education Curriculum Materials Service.
Discusses the various groups of diseases found on landscape ornamentals, how to recognize them, and what control measures are recommended. This series should provide the basis for the develop- ment of individualized laboratory and classroom lesson plans dealing with plant health problems in landscape ornamentals. The slides and script may be used by students for independent study.


Exploring The Curious World Of Insects
80 color slides, script, cassette tape, 1978.
Studies the insect world and describes the 4-H entomology project.


Field Dressing And Processing Deer In Alabama
56 color slides, cassette tape, 1982.
Illustrates recommended methods for field dressing and processing deer.


Fine-Tuning The Period Garden
79 color slides, script, cassette tape, 1986.
Six tools to help localize plant material recommendations.


Flower Arranging
52 color slides, script, cassette tape, 1976.
Shows how to add a special touch to the home with flower arrangements. Information is given on design, color theories, floral shapes, tools, containers, and supplies.


Flowering Bulbs
79 color slides, script, 1986.
Bulbs provide magic in a landscape. Information on different kinds of bulbs, where to plant, and some bed preparation.


Flowering Trees And Shrubs
86 color slides, script, cassette tape, 1986.
Flowering trees and shrubs add a dimension to the landscape that nothing else can. This is a look at some of the notable trees, shrubs, and vines. Flower color, blooming time, and general plant characteristics are discussed.


4-H Bicycle Safety
12 color slides, script, 1975.
Twelve points to follow for bicycle safety.


4-H Planting Ornamental Trees And Shrubs
59 color slides, script, 1988.
Demonstrates the importance of trees and shrubs and how to select, plant, and care for the trees and shrubs in our environment. Audience: Ages 12-19.


4-H Wildlife Judging Introduction
35 color slides, script, 1983.
Provides introductory information on how the wildlife habitat judging program operates and areas it covers.


4-H Wildlife Judging: Advanced Training
111 color slides, script, 1985.
Explains program in more detail than introduction set. Used to train leaders and youth in wildlife judging.


Friend Or Fraud: Smiles
101 color slides, script, cassette tape, 1979.
Presents a variety of con games and offers the older person some techniques for handling them.


Growing Azaleas
70 color slides, script, cassette tape, 1986.
A guide for identification, selection, planting, and care of azaleas.


Growing Vegetable Transplants At Home
47 color slides, script, cassette tape, 1979.
Suggestions on how to grow a few plants at home. Shows how to grow plants in seed flats, cell-paks, and peat wafers. Audience: 4-H members and home gardeners.


Hanging Baskets
55 color slides, script, cassette tape, 1977.
Describes and illustrates how to make and care for hanging baskets. Suggests appropriate plants for them.


Hobby Greenhouses
70 color slides, script, 1984.
If you enjoy gardening, a hobby greenhouse can extend your gardening season to year-round. Shows size, design, and materials you need for the type of greenhouse you want.


Home Canning: An Art And Science
37 color slides, script, 1976.
Discusses the art and science of preserving food by home canning.


Home Gardening
80 color slides, script, cassette tape, 1986.
Covers home garden planning, soil testing, fertilization, soil preparation, planting, recommended varieties, transplanting, pruning and staking, weed control, insects, and diseases.


Home Security
50 color slides, script, cassette tape, 1980.
Discusses the three Ds of home security deterrence, delay, and detection.


Home Vegetable Gardening Quiz
50 color slides, script and answer sheet, 1986.
A garden quiz for entertainment and education. Promotes interaction between gardeners and instructor concerning problems and cultural practices in the home vegetable garden.


How To Become A House-Plant Expert In 20 Minutes
80 color slides, script, cassette tape, 1980.
Detailed explanation of lighting, air humidity, containers, soil, water, food, grooming, and pest control needed to become a house plant expert.


"How To" Of House Plants
72 color slides, script 1973.
Shows how to choose, use, and care for house plants.


Judging Charolais Steers
18 color slides, script, 1970.
A class of Charolais steers is illustrated. Their placing and reasons are also given.


Judging Hereford Steers
30 color slides, script, 1970.
Shows how to judge Hereford steers.


Landscape Plants For Alabama
80 color slides, script, cassette tape, 1978.
Describes and illustrates a variety of plants that are suitable for Alabama landscapes.


Lawn Mower Safety
12 color slides, script, 1970.
Shows 12 points to follow in using a lawn mower safely.


Maintenance Of Ornamental Plants
80 color slides, script, 1989.
Care and maintenance of ornamental plants (excluding pruning). Designed for home horticulture application.


Making Compost And Improving Garden Soil
38 color slides, script, cassette tape, 1978.
Describes and illustrates how to make and use compost to help improve garden soils.


Ornamental Landscape Grasses
167 color slides, booklet, 1994. Ohio Agricultural Education Curriculum Materials Service.
The slides contain 62 different species and cultivars. The booklet contains color pictures of the slides along with the scientific name, common name, phonetic spelling, plant hardiness zone and additional information. This set is intended for use in the study and identification of commercially important ornamental grasses and grass like plants.


Perennials
73 color slides, script, 1988.
Shows different kinds of perennials and discusses where to put them.


Pine Regeneration Methods: Natural And Artificial Pine Regeneration
58 color slides, script, cassette tape, 1982.
One of Alabama's most valuable resources in pine trees. Once pine stands have been harvested, they must be re-established or regenerated. This slide set shows the natural and artificial pine regenerated methods.


Pine Regeneration Methods: Southern Pines, Site Preparation, And Planting
76 color slides, script, cassette tape, 1982. This slide set shows southern pines, site preparation, and planting.


Poisonous Plants
48 color slides, script, 1985.
Shows common poisonous plants found in fence lines and pastures. May encourage livestock producers to remove such plants where feasible and help people avoid exposure to such plants.


Pruning Ornamentals
38 color slides, script, cassette tape, 1986.
Purpose, principles, and practices of pruning trees and shrubs in the landscape.


Resident Birds Of Alabama
44 color slides, script, 1985.
Illustrates common birds found in Alabama throughout the year. The birds are grouped by families. A tape of many songs of birds is available with the set.


Safety With Firearms
14 color slides, script, 1970.
Describes and illustrates the safe use of firearms.


Shrubs For Alabama Landscapes
63 color slides, script, cassette tape, 1986.
A look at 39 groundcovers and small, medium, and large shrubs for the landscape. Principles of plant selection, cultural requirements, and correct planting techniques are also discussed and illustrated.


Soil We Can't Grow Without It
78 color slides, script, 1985.
An excellent presentation about the importance of our soil resources to plants, animals, and people. Reminds us of our responsibility to conserve soil. Audience: Children through junior high, 4-H members, and adults.


The Story Of Flowers
120 color slides, script, 1977.
Shows how to use flowers in arrangements and corsages. Covers history of flower arranging, flower selection, flower preparation, and equipment needed.


A Tale Of "O"
140 color slides, script, cassette tape, 1985.
Shows how a minority is perceived by the majority within a group setting and the various behavioral reactions the minority and the majority exemplify to cope with each other.


Tomato Diseases
35 color slides, script, 1983. Dean Bond
Shows common tomato diseases, causes, and effective control.


Trees For Alabama Cities
40 color slides, script, cassette tape, 1986.
Alabama's cities and towns need trees for several important reasons, but the urban environment presents an unique challenge to the survival and growth of trees. Illustrates the importance of trees to cities and towns. Discusses some trees that should be considered for the urban home landscape.


Using Annuals And Perennials For Color In The Landscape
78 color slides, script, 1995. Alabama Cooperative Extension System- Musgrove and Behe.
This presentation discusses the differences between the two types of herbaceous ornamental plant which are used to add color to the landscape. Methods of propagation, planting techniques, and uses of annuals are perennials are covered. Also included is a detailed description of the "best of the best" annuals and perennials to grow in Alabama throughout the calendar year. This slide set can be used in teaching the bedding plants portion of the Alabama Master Gardener course. Audience: Adults.


Water-We Can't Live Without It
79 color slides, cassette tape, 1984.
Explores the fascinating story of water and its significance in our lives and the natural world. Examines water and its many forms and uses, several fresh-water habitats, problems threatening water supply, and quality and conservation of our water resources.


We Care About Eagles
72 color slides, cassette tape, 1982.
Begins with historical background on the use of eagles as symbols of courage, power, and freedom. Concludes with a discussion of problems that have threatened the bald eagle's existence and an overview of programs and relief efforts that have helped save it from extinction.


Wildflowers Of Alabama
74 color slides, script, 1984.
Describes a small selection of native and naturalized wildflower plants in Alabama.


Wildlife Fingerprints
53 color slides, script, 1965.
Identifies tracks and signs made by wild animals: quail, turkey, deer, raccoon, otter, snake, squirrel, beaver, rabbit, and muskrat.
 

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