John W Burshtan

Dogs are one of the most beloved animals in the world; there are over 70 million in the U.S. alone. This program pays tribute to a group of various dogs and dog lovers, while too providing a look at wolves in hope of raising awareness of them to help preserve their species. We look at the connection of humans and dogs, which then is underscored when we visit the Granby Classic Sled Dog Race, a challenging race that brings out the best in sled dogs....

The old west is filled with exciting mysteries, legends and tall tales, and this program introduces us to a number of them. We begin with the strange and unfortunate circumstances of Alfred Packer, an American prospector who in 1886 was accused of cannibalism; a mystery that remains unsolved. Next we travel to the Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve, where we learn the legend of strange web-footed horses that gallop across the huge dunes....

What does it mean to be a Native American? Perhaps Native American model Stormy Hollingsworth (Ute) says it best, "to be proud, to know that our past and our whole history is a circle of life." This program introduces us to members of the Ute, Lakota, Northern Cheyenne and Omaha nations, who reveal that Indians' lives are based on a circle which incorporates their beliefs in respecting their heritage, preserving their traditions and educating their...

Adventure. It's a word that adds excitement to people's lives, takes them to places they've never seen before, motivates them to try things they've never tried before, and it's the theme of this program, which allow viewers a chance to encounter some unforgettable adventures. First adventure is to see what it's like to run with championship huskies at the Grand County Sled Dog Classic in Granby, Colorado. Now, mush! Then Myles Ives offers a guided...

This program is dedicated to places the majority of people have probably never seen before. We begin celebrating Labor Day at the Four Corners Iron Horse Motorcycle Rally in southwest Colorado, an event that was originally coordinated by former Senator Ben Nighthorse Campbell. Anyone who ever read Norman Maclean's The Ranger, the Cook, and a Hole in the Sky will appreciate the segment Pack String, showing U.S. Forest Service riders packing mules...

As this program shows us, recreation can be educational, a real adventure, and a whole lot of fun! California has its Tournament of Roses Parade; Colorado has its Cardboard Downhill Derby, where recycled cardboard and a lot of creativity make for a ton of fun down a ski slope. Next the views are incredible as we soar the skies at the Telluride World Hang Gliding Championship. Next, at the Bruce Ford Rodeo School, we see what it takes to learn how...

Trains traditionally carried life into the Rocky Mountains and they continue to do so today. Many people take trains from Durango to Silverton not only for purposes of travel, but also to experience the ride and to see the landscape up close, a view made possible only by train. This program makes it possible for everyone to learn the story behind one of Colorado's great trains, the Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad, a federally designated...

This program offers a wonderful look at some very interesting "critters." First, avalanches are a common occurrence during winter in the Rocky Mountains, which is why ski patrols love to work with highly trained search and rescue avalanche dogs. Next we view all sorts of animals, learn about 4-H Clubs, and see an auction when we visit the Elbert County Fairground. At the Hotel Colorado we discover that, according to legend, Theodore Roosevelt was...

This program takes you on some all-American road trips you'll never forget! First we see something we're not expecting in Colorado, alligators. The Colorado Gator Farm is a must stop for gator fans everywhere. Then we take a whirl on the hand-carved Kit Carson County Carousel, which dates back to 1905; some old-timers explain why it's their favorite stop. Next we visit Strawberry Park Hot Springs near Steamboat Springs to soak in one of the most spectacular...

People who live in the Rocky Mountains have come up with some outrageous competitions over the years. How about riding a bicycle to beat a train? That's the history behind the Iron Horse Bicycle Classic, also known as the Durango to Silverton Bike Race. Next up is something you don't see everyday, how about racing your burro? Don't laugh; the competition is tough! The only thing that can top that kind of fun is a Frog Rodeo in Empire, which offers...