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    Discoveries... America (State) 51 individual programs, consisting of one program for each state. We also have 10 regional collections and of course the entire 51 dvd collection. Producers Jim & Kelly Watt introduce you to real people and places that are the core of American character. From New York to California and every state in between and even Washington, D.C., you'll find exceptional photography, interesting subjects and people telling fascinating stories that document what the real America is all about. These programs full of historic treasures, cultural icons, natural wonders and portraits of Americans from coast to coast reveal the heart & spirit of the U.S. Discoveries... America experiences the unlimited variety of life in America...from cowboys to casinos, political history to parasailing, with National Parks and monuments, punctuated by everyday people doing interesting things.

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    Special 1 Colorado River

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    The scenery in Arizona's Glen and Grand Canyon is some of the most spectacular to be found along the Colorado River's 450 mile passage through 6 states. Man has changed the river considerably since the days when John Wesley Powell first explored the Colorado River. Fifteen miles upriver from Lee's Ferry to the Glen Canyon Dam there is a pristine trout fishery of world class proportions. Downriver from Lee's Ferry, spectacular whitewater rafting through the Grand Canyon. Take a look back in time with historic footage of Georgie Clark, the "Old Woman Of The River", who was the first woman to swim the river and the first woman to run guided trips down the Colorado River. Experience the awe of the giant California condors released along the Colorado River to reintroduce the specie to the lands from which they were nearly extinct. Talk with the field manager of the California Condor Restoration Project about their progress. Visit the rim of the Grand Canyon at sunrise for a truly inspirational perspective. Fly fish the Glen Canyon with Lee's Ferry Angler's guides Terry Gunn and Jeff English.

    Discoveries...America, Special Edition focuses on an extraordinary element of American culture. Talented people, interesting places and unusual things. Producers Jim & Kelly Watt introduce you to gifted wood sculptors they encountered while filming the award winning "Discoveries... America" series. Wood sculptor profiles include the following features: Native Carver Duane Bosch has been carving Northern Tlingit style art objects for collectors and ceremonial use for over 20 years. From his home base in Hoonah he carves in the Northwest Coast style totems, boxes, masks, house posts and rattles.Discoveries...America, Special Edition focuses on an extraordinary element of American culture. Talented people, interesting places and unusual things. Producers Jim & Kelly Watt introduce you to gifted wood sculptors they encountered while filming the award winning "Discoveries... America" series. Wood sculptor profiles include the following features: Native Carver Duane Bosch has been carving Northern Tlingit style art objects for collectors and ceremonial use for over 20 years. From his home base in Hoonah he carves in the Northwest Coast style totems, boxes, masks, house posts and rattles.

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