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Suwannee: Wild River

Season 2 Episode 1 | 53m 08s

The Suwannee is one of the last wild rivers in America, and its watershed creates woods and wetlands, marshes, and cave systems. From its headwaters in the Okefenokee Swamp, Baratunde journeys downstream, meeting colorful denizens of the Suwannee. From jet skiers to herpetologists, manatees to snapping turtles, he learns how this unique environment inspires a whole range of passions.

Aired: 09/05/23 | Expires: 12/05/23
Major support is provided by Anne Ray Foundation, a Margaret A. Cargill Philanthropy and the Richard King Mellon Foundation. Support is also provided by John and Ruth Huss, Susan and Thomas McCarthy, Linda Willette and Jan Willette, and Mildred McLean and Daniel Waugh.
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