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This American Land

The Cheat River, Navajo Water, Saving the Red Wolf

Reporting from the front lines, This American Land brings you compelling stories on critical issues impacting America's natural landscapes, waters, wildlife and energy resources in a changing climate, informing and engaging television audiences nationwide. Hosted by wildlife conservationist Ed Arnett.

The Cheat River, Navajo Water, Saving the Red Wolf

Season 11 Episode 5 | 26m 46s | CC

A citizen-led effort in West Virginia overcomes pollution from mines and restores clean water with “an open hand rather than closed fist.” In the Navajo nation, some homes finally get running water through an innovative program. A captive breeding program helps to save the red wolf, one of the most endangered animals.

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