Dramatization of the 1980 eruption of Mount St. Helens. The movie begins with the volcano's awakening on March 20, 1980 and ends with its eruption on May 18.
Several hunters are depicted pursuing duck, rabbit, jaguar, mountain lion, buffalo, antelope, mule deer, and elk. Also, deep-sea fishing for dolphin and marlin in the Pacific. Wildlife conservation and the balance of nature are discussed.