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Surveys the glacial landforms that surrounds the state of New York. Historical background on glacial formations in the state, its disintegration and impact on the geographical features; Dynamics of ice advancements and retreats; Physical weathering characteristics that shaped the land forms of New York State.

Focuses on the phenomenon of ice jams in creeks, rivers and other water ways in the state of New York. Factors that lead to the formation of ice jams and its impact on vegetation, aquatic organisms and water flow; Efforts of New York-based organizations to limit the damage caused by ice jams; Building of structures or the removal of material that block channel flow.