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Whose Water Is It Anyway?
Season 3
Episode 303
After experiencing the heat and dryness of the desert sun, the Schley’s have a whole new appreciation for water, and with help from the City of Arvada, they explore the question of where exactly their water comes from. From the continental divide to their faucets and fields, they follow the Colorado watershed and learn that water should be used wisely in their new endeavors.
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The Schleys appreciate their many essential community relationships
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The Schley’s go into the forest to examine the relationship between man and trees
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The Schley’s explore the importance of clean air.
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The Schley’s immerse themselves in the heat of the sun by visiting the Colorado Sand Dunes
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The Schley’s consider all the ways the sun affects their home, farm and life
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The Schley’s get grounded as they explore the composition of soil.
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The Schley’s find the remaining 2.7-acres of an original wheat farm in Arvada.
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Rodman learns about wind power, solar power and climate change.
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Exploring large scale eco-building.
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The movement to living simpler by reducing a spaces carbon footprint.
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Gina is troubled by the lack of a green policy, recycling and composting at the office.
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Rodman and Gina explore upcycled art and fashion.