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"Imagine a place where, as far as the eye can see, miles and miles to the horizon, you can view America as it was 300 years ago. Imagine a place, long revered by the American Indians, where the Cheyenne River flows in all four directions, and eagles’ shadows sweep the rocky canyon walls, a place where wild horses run free across endless prairies, hooves striking thunder, manes and tails flying in the wind.
Imagine a crowded, bone bare feed lot packed with captured mustangs, some too weak to stand. Listless, dejected, some have lost the will to live. Spirits broken, unwanted, either too old, too ugly, or independent to qualify for the adoption program.
Now imagine an Oregon rancher, naturalist, and author with the heart, the will, the sense of duty, the desire to save these animals, and you have Dayton Hyde. In 1988, Dayton Hyde raised by the skin of this teeth, enough money for a down payment on a sanctuary near Hot Spring, South Dakota, and convinced the Bureau of Land Managment to send him its unadoptale wild horses.
Today, that dream is a reality. Come to the Black Hills Wild Horse Sanctuary, experience the dream, visit their grassland home of rocky canyons, windswept prairies, and dark pine forests, a home they share with coyotes, cougar, white-tail and mule deer, elk, big horn sheep, wild turkeys, eagles and falcons. A home where hundreds of wild horses not only live but flourish, nurtured by the dream of a man of vision, and the freedom he gave them. You are
part of that dream. Your participation in sponsoring the horses and
visiting has helped keep these wild horses running free, and has given
them thousands of years of horses freedom...... IMAGINE." Dayton O. Hyde, IRAM Founder/President
2012 RURAL TV AIRING SCHEDULE
February 26
Episode 201: Custer State Park
Terri and Todd explore Custer State Park in the Black Hills. They encounter many creatures including American Bison, Rocky Mountain Elk, Big Horn Sheep, Pronghorn Antelope, Yellow Bellied Marmot and a Bushy Tailed Wood Rat. See what happens when Todd gets too close to the bison!
March 4
Episode 202: Unique Birds of the Prairie
Todd and Terri explore the Great Plains in search of unique bird species. Some of the species they encounter include Red Tailed Hawks and Long Billed Curlews. Not all birds live in nests such as the Burrowing Owls they find near the Badlands. Terri finds a Pale Milk Snake, potential prey for birds.
March 11
Episode 212: Making a Comeback
Terri and Todd travel to Lower Brule Indian Reservation to search for Black Footed Ferrets, which are thought to be one of the most endangered land mammals in North America.
March 18
301 Walking With Black Bears
Terri and Todd visit the Vince Shute Wildlife Sanctuary near Orr, MN, where they experience what it would be like to walk amongst Black Bears. They discover the sanctuary is a 'magic circle' in the heart of Minnesota's North Woods, where wildlife abounds!
March 25
(In honor of Dayton Hyde's Birthday)
409 A Day at the Black Hills Wild Horse Sanctuary
Terri and Todd travel the Black Hills Wild Horse Sanctuary.
They learn about the history and importance of the sanctuary from
founder Dayton Hyde. Beautiful horses, history, and scenery unlike any
other place on earth, the sanctuary is a magical place!
April 1
302 The Little Wagon Train On The Prairie
Ride along with Terri and Todd as they travel on an old fashioned Wagon Train across the South Dakota prairie. On the wagon train they get a taste of life as early settlers experienced it. They discover the wildlife and history that lies within the prairies and realize how brutal life on the prairie can be.
April 8
303 Creatures of the Sand Hills Of Nebraska
Come along with Todd and Terri as they explore the Sand Hills Region of Nebraska in search of various lizard species and Ornate Box Turtles, but end up finding so much more! The Sandhills are a unique habitat which makes a perfect home to many unique creatures and various reptile species.
April 15
304 A Week in Northern Minnesota
Terri and Todd attend the Minnesota Governors Fishing Opener at Lake Kabetogama where they visit with Governor Pawlenty. They take in the sites and get a bird's eye view of the Canadian border. They encounter eagles, loons, deer, pelican, and find signs of moose nearby!
April 22
305 A Voyage To Isle Royal National Park
Terri and Todd visit Isle Royale National Park, where they encounter unique wildlife species such as Merganser Ducks, Snowshoe Hares, and get up close to a Moose foraging! They see evidence of the importance of wildlife to an area and what the area would look like if wildlife were not present.
April 29
306 Behind the Scenes at Reptile Gardens
Terri and Todd go behind the scenes at Reptile Gardens and get 'hands-on' with various reptiles, including alligators, crocodiles, a Timber Rattlesnake, and more! Terri and Todd quickly learn that working at Reptile Gardens is hard work, and not all glamorous!
May 6
307 The North Shore of Lake Superior
Come along as Terri and Todd visit destinations on the North Shore of Lake Superior. They also take a cruise where they get to enjoy the sites, wildlife, and get a lesson on commercial fishing. Terri hops on board a small plane for a birds eye view of the area!
May 13
311 Preserving Wildlife in Southeastern Minnesota
Terri and Todd travel to the Wabasha, MN area in search of the Blanding's Turtle! They visit the Weaver Dunes Natural Area, the National Eagle Center, and take a tour of the backwaters of the Mississippi River where they find egrets, herons, eagles, Sand Hill Cranes, and Canada Geese!
May 20
312 Road Encounters of The Furry Kind
Todd and Terri showcase creatures they have spotted along the road in their journeys, including Sandpipers, Mule Deer, Coyotes, and a skunk! Outside the car, they are dive-bombed by Common Nighthawks and find Great Horned Owl fledglings that are just learning to fly!
May 27
313 This 'n' That: the Potpourri Show
Todd and Terri discuss a wide range of topics. Guest stars Williams and Ree. They have a discussion regarding keeping reptiles as pets and the trials and tribulations of filming wildlife. They encounter a Whitetail fawn, Boreal Chorus Frogs and a Western Painted Turtle laying eggs.
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401 Reptile Gardens: Friends Helping Friends
Todd and Terri visit Herpetologist Terry Phillip at Reptile Gardens, seeking advice on reptiles. In exchange for Terry’s help and advice, Terri agrees to return the favor by helping him out with a chore. You will cringe when you learn what chore they give her, and shocked when she actually does it!
402 Grand Lake, Co: Gateway to Rocky Mountain National Park
Terri and Todd visit Grand Lake, Colorado, where they encounter an array of wildlife, including Rocky Mountain Elk, American Pika, Yellow Bellied Marmots, Big Horn Sheep and Stellar Jays! They were mesmerized by the beauty, from forests and meadows, to alpine tundra and snow-covered peaks!
403 Mobridge, SD: Gateway to the Western Prairie
Terri and Todd experience life and wildlife on the prairie in the Mobridge, South Dakota area. They try their hand at geocaching and showcase Swainson’s Hawks, Short-Eared Owls and Bison! When leaving the area, they run in to a fierce, tornado-producing storm!
404 Terri and Todd: The Otter Spotters
Terri and Todd explore the Grand Rapids, Minnesota area, in search of River Otters. They discover an array of wildlife, ranging from beaver and porcupine, to Trumpeter Swans and the rare Great Grey Owl! They stop by the Minnesota Governors Fishing Opener and visit with Senator Al Franken.
405 Dino Dig Revisited
Terri and Todd visit an active dinosaur dig site near Baker, Montana. This site is host to several active digs, including Triceratops, Tyrannosaurus Rex and Hadrosaurus sites. They observe excavation teams hard at work and do some exploring for fossils on their own. Todd finds a Prairie Rattlesnake!
406 Spelunking Rushmore Cave
Terri and Todd explore the history and wonders of beautiful Rushmore Cave. They learn about caves and go spelunking for the first time, which is exciting, yet challenging! They conclude their visit with a ride on the caves newest attraction, the Soaring Eagle Zip line.
407 Moose!!!
Todd and Terri go on a journey to the Rocky Mountains in Colorado in search of Moose! They didn’t have to search hard, as it seems the moose in this area were waiting to greet them upon arrival! Come along as we get up close with these wonderful creatures!
408 The Sax Zim Bog Birding Festival
Todd and Terri attend the Sax Zim Bog Birding Festival in Northeastern Minnesota, where they learn about owls and other species that call this unique area ‘home’ during the winter. They encounter an array of wildlife and observe the rarely-seen Northern Hawk Owl.
409 A Day at the Black Hills Wild Horse Sanctuary
Terri and Todd travel the Black Hills Wild Horse Sanctuary. They learn about the history and importance of the sanctuary from founder Dayton Hyde. Beautiful horses, history, and scenery unlike any other place on earth, the sanctuary is a magical place!
410 Exploring North Platte, Nebraska
Terri and Todd tour the North Platte, Nebraska area, home of the North Platte River. They find Cattle Egrets, Ornate Box Turtles, woodpeckers and more! They visit Dancing Leaf where they get a lesson in history, the Native American culture, and learn all about native plants and how they were used.
411 Journey Through Eastern Wyoming
Terri and Todd explore the history, scenery and wildlife of Eastern Wyoming. They visit Mountain Memories Ranch, which stirs memories from their rural childhoods. They also stop in Bill, Wyoming, get a glimpse of historic Laramie Peak, visit Ayers Natural Bridge, and find some Sagebrush Lizards!