Out of Eden
Places in the world affected by the introduction of foreign plants and/or
animals is examined. Islands are particularly vulnerable and these places are fragile.
Stories related to Guam and Hawaii are highlighted.
Hurricanes
The Curse of the Eastern Seaboard. A look at how hurricanes are formed
and behave. Coastal areas are threatened in the United States. The problem is compounded
by global warming and rising seas.
Discovering Chesapeake Bay
How was Chesapeake Bay formed and what is taking place
today. Beautiful color images.
Prof. Paul McDermott is Montgomery College’s most popular speaker. He enjoys making presentations before civic and educationally oriented groups. All of his presentations are created in Powerpoint and are digitally projected.
Lecture Fees vary according to requested length and audience size. The typical fee is $50. This fee can be wavered or reduced if a sufficient number of publications are purchased at the meeting.
If you wish to schedule a presentation email your request to: MapMcD@AOL.COM.
Colonial Life in Maryland and Virginia
Lecture provide historical and geographic highlights
of how the colonists live. Again a photographic essay.
Landscapes of Maryland
A photographic tour of our state which has been described as
“America in Minature.”
Strollin’ on the C&O Canal
A Complete Tour of our beloved canal including historical
highlights.
Eye of the Explorer
Story of the Pacific Railroad Survey whose purpose was to determine
the best route for the transcontinental railroad. A must for people interested in
western art and history. Beautiful color images.
Mystery People: The Maya
Marvelous Yellowstone
Custer’s Last Stand
Rising Waters-
Vanishing
Tropical Rainforest
Life on the Oregon Trail
The Art of Photography
Traveling with Lewis
and Clark
