OpenRoad
Catalina (#105)
Discover the history, nature and potential for adventure on this island off the California coast.
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Program Description: OPENROAD WITH DOUG MCCONNELL explores the beauty and folklore of the American West - from Alaska to Mexico and the Rockies to Hawaii. Journalist, environmentalist and fourth-generation Westerner Doug McConnell embarks on a host of exciting adventures, including cohabiting with wild Alaskan brown bears at the McNeil River Preserve and sightseeing in the iconic Monument Valley. Through McConnell's journeys of discovery, viewers come to know and appreciate the West's grand landscapes, fascinating cities and poignant historic sites like true insiders. Each episode begins with an extended survey of a travel destination before delving into "The Best of the West" segment, which highlights the most intriguing road trips, beaches, roadside attractions, small towns and more. After presenting fun facts about the West and dropping clues for the geography quiz segment, McConnell visits an artist, scientist or actor considered a "Legend of the West. "
All Upcoming Episodes
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Manta Ray Drive (#109)
Dive with Manta Rays and Holua sled into nature on the grassy slopes of Hawaii's Parker Ranch.
- Tue, March 16, 8:30 AM on IPTV Learns
- Tue, March 16, 2:30 PM on IPTV Learns
- Wed, March 17, 2:30 AM on IPTV Learns
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California Coast (#110)
Experience Big Sur's dramatic mountain summits and travel down to the spectacular shoreline.
- Thu, March 18, 8:30 AM on IPTV Learns
- Thu, March 18, 2:30 PM on IPTV Learns
- Fri, March 19, 2:30 AM on IPTV Learns
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Surprising California (#111)
Highlights include Clear Lake and the surrounding wine country and Lassen Volcanic National Park.
- Tue, March 23, 8:30 AM on IPTV Learns
- Tue, March 23, 2:30 PM on IPTV Learns
- Wed, March 24, 2:30 AM on IPTV Learns
Past Episodes
These episodes of OpenRoad aired in the last few months on Iowa Public Television.
