Sage Grouse, Curlew Grassland, Tribute to Gary Strieker

Learn how the North Atlantic Right Whale is becoming the most endangered species on earth. Cities are adopting bird-friendly building ordinances to reduce bird-glass collisions. What's causing land to sink and wells to dry up in southern Arizona? Challenges along the Colorado River inspire ranchers to try new ways to save water. Learn how Colorado's mountains helped young Army recruits in WW II.

"This American Land" spent time with residents of Maryland's Smith Island back in season one. We explore what's changed and the long-term plans of some residents. Scientists are learning more about how beaver dams help restore rivers. Learn about the work underway to protect and restore the largest wetland ecosystem in the United States, the Lower Mississippi Alluvial Valley.

Learn how creative and collaborative people are working together to protect wolves and livestock. Meet Steven Marking, a river historian, photographer, and filmmaker. Meet Dave Showalter, another river expert with a special eye on how important rivers are to all living things. Outdoor lovers are working with the U.S. Forest Service and private landowners to protect the Blue Ridge Parkway lands.