The Last Frontier: Preparing for Death
It's extremely hard for Otto Kilcher to ask his son Ivan to butcher a cow that's been with the family for the past 17 years. However, he believes it's important to teach his kids the process of birth to death.
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Before the Wizard even casts off, greenhorn Danny Maki shows up on deck in a zombie-like state that will get him kicked off the boat.
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Canyon de Chelly National Monument, Arizona
Located inside the Navajo Nation, this site has some amazing rock formations. How did Mummy Cave Overlook get its name? WhatIs the legend behind Spider Rock Overlook? Join Kathryn and Sarah as they explore this unique national monument.
Man, Woman, Wild: Wisdom by the Water
Mykel is suffering from a bad stomach bug, so he makes sure to drink plenty of spring water to stay hydrated. While drinking from the river, he explains why it's important to bring the water to his face, as opposed to sticking his face to the water.
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