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America Outdoors with Baratunde Thurston

Minnesota: A Better World

What does the wild mean to Americans today? To find out, Baratunde journeys into Minnesota’s Arrowhead Region, one of the last places where you can hike or paddle your way into the remote wilderness. From passionate birders to harvesters of wild rice, he encounters a fascinating cast of characters—and hears from them why wilderness means so much.

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Tidewater: Homecoming

On the North Carolina coast, Baratunde discovers how history shapes the outdoors.

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Appalachia: A Different Way

In Appalachia, Baratunde meets the people changing how we see and interact with nature.

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Los Angeles: It’s a Vibe

Baratunde explores his adopted hometown of LA to connect with the outdoors in a big city.

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