Program Title/NOLA:
NATURAL HEROES
NTHR 000501-000513

# of Episodes/Length:
13/30s

Feed Date/Schedule:
NTHR 000501-000513
Tuesdays
August 02 - October 25, 2011
1230-1300 ET
SD 06

**RE-FEED OF 400 SERIES to follow
immediately after the 500 series**
(additional 13 episodes + promo reel)
Tuesdays
November 01, 2011 - January 24, 2012
1230-1300 ET
SD 06

Rights:
Standard Broadcast Rights
Non Commercial Cable same as broadcast
School-Unlimited use for one year

Series Description:
NATURAL HEROES is back for its fifth season! This five-time, Emmy® Awardwinning
program highlights people making positive environmental changes in our
communities and our world. Diverse independent filmmakers tell their stories of youth
activism, ocean conservation, environmental justice, global awareness and many other
topics that focus our attention on the compassion and generosity of these NATURAL
HEROES.

Individual Program Descriptions:

501 – August 2, 2011 (TRT 26:46)
“In the Wake of Giants”
When humpback whales migrating between Alaska and Hawaii become entangled in
marine debris, a small network of brave volunteer rescuers risk their lives to save them.
Packed with action, beauty and compassion, In the Wake of Giants puts you in the rescue
boats with the experts as they free the struggling whales.

502 – August 9, 2011 (TRT 26:46)
“A Simple Question: The Story of STRAW”
An inspiring film about Students and Teachers Restoring a Watershed (STRAW). Starting
as a fourth grade class project and one child’s question, “What can we do to save an
endangered species?” STRAW evolved into a remarkable program that has restored over
20 miles of habitat, galvanized the local community, and led to significant educational
innovation, illustrating the power of a child’s curiosity and a teacher who honored it.

503 – August 16, 2011 (TRT 26:46)
“New Shepherds of the Farm”
New Shepherds of the Farm is a beautiful, heartfelt film that takes a realistic look at how
animal farming is done today and considers the cost to the animals and the planet. Meet
“cattle whisperer” Temple Grandin and the intrepid individuals who are transforming the
North American animal farm. Temple, who is autistic, and highly sensitive to cattle has
transformed the entire industry into a more humane place for animals. Compassionate
people working with pigs, cows and chickens share a philosophy of a world without
unnecessary cruelty to animals.

504 – August 23, 2011 (TRT 26:46)
“Brower Youth Awards 2009”
Meet six extraordinary young people who were recognized in 2009 for their outstanding
activism and achievements in the fields of environmental and social justice advocacy. The
Brower Youth Awards honor founder and legendary environmental activist, David R.
Brower, and call forth a new generation of leaders. He urged environmentalists to heed
the words of the German poet Goethe, "Anything you can do, or dream you can, begin it.
Boldness has genius, power, and magic in it."

505 – August 30, 2011 (TRT 26:46)
“The Edge of the Sea”
Since the late 1960's, Puerto Rico’s small fishing villages have undergone expansive
coastal development, driven by tourism and the growing demand for beachfront property.
The Edge of the Sea follows a third generation fisherman in his battle against a developer
planning to build a mega condo project on one of Rincon's most popular public beaches.
This film explores both sides of the privatization of public areas, and the sensitive social
and environmental consequences of excessive coastal development.

506 – September 6, 2011 (TRT 26:46)
“The Story of More Stuff”
Three short animated documentaries change the way you look at all the stuff in your life
forever. The stories of BOTTLED WATER, COSMETICS and ELECTRONICS expose
the connections between a huge number of environmental and social issues, and calls us
together to create a more sustainable and just world. This is a fast-paced, fact-filled look
that will teach you something, make you laugh, and have you thinking twice about “more
stuff.”

507 – September 13, 2011 (TRT 26:46)
“Watershed Revolution”
Watershed Revolution asks the question “What is a Watershed?” The answer is explored
through interviews with concerned citizens working to protect and preserve southern
California’s Ventura River watershed while stunning high definition cinematography
highlights the beauty of the river. It emphasizes the need for open space and floodplain
protection, sustainable agriculture, and community awareness of our most precious
resource: water.

508 – September 20, 2011 (TRT 26:46)
“Brower Youth Awards 2010”
The Brower Youth Awards were established to honor legendary environmental activist,
David R. Brower and to call forth a new generation of leaders. From Alaska, to Puerto
Rico, to the Bronx; get to know the young winners of the 2010 Brower Youth Awards,
and learn about their many inspiring accomplishments!

509 – September 27, 2011 (TRT 26:46)
“Living Lightly”
A magical glimpse into a world where one 21st century family lives with the land in its
seasons. In a corner of New Brunswick, Canada, the craft of scything is practiced as
meditation in action. This poetic film is a study in how we might heal our relationship
with planet Earth.

510 – October 4, 2011 (TRT 26:46)
“Nora!”
Three decades after opening Restaurant Nora, the nation’s first certified organic
restaurant, Nora Pouillon continues to lead as an advocate in living a holistic, organic
lifestyle. Nora’s story takes us to local farms and farmers’ markets, kitchens and tables
where we celebrate one of the most influential pioneers in the organic and local-food
movement.

511 – October 11, 2011 (TRT 26:46)
“Napo Wildlife Center: Para los Futuros”
A community in Amazonian Ecuador has saved 82 square miles of rainforest by building
an eco-tourism lodge. Reacting to the rampant deforestation in the region, these
Ecuadorians realized the innate value of their intact rainforests and the importance of
preserving their traditions and way of life for themselves and the world. “Napo Wildlife
Center” lets us participate in the challenge.

512 – October 18, 2011 (TRT 26:46)
“Richard Nelson’s Alaska”
Cultural anthropologist Richard Nelson lives in Alaska, studying wild places and the
connections between people and nature. “Richard Nelson’s Alaska” introduces us to
these people and places, and will leave you more curious about our Earth. Nelson
motivates us to find our own ways to participate in preserving America's wild places.

513 – October 25, 2011 (TRT 26:46)
“It’s Not Just Empty Space with David Suzuki”
Earth + Air + Fire + Water = Life. In a time when people are thirsty for honesty,
inspiration, meaning and global change, renowned scientist and visionary Dr. David
Suzuki delivers the most important message of his career: what it means to be fully
human in our interconnected universe. The film's stunning motion graphics weave a
tapestry that transforms Dr. Suzuki's wisdom into a complete sensory experience, literally
creating new worlds and new ways of seeing.

NATURAL HEROES PROMO REEL – 13 episode promos (TRT 14:00)
date and time TBA

Production Format:
HD Base- none
SD 4:3 - 512
SD letterboxed - 501-513 (except 512)

Closed Captioned : yes

Subtitles: CC 608 (standard definition captioning): 505, 511

Stereo: yes SAP/ DVI: no

Producer: KRCB Public Television, 5850 Labath Avenue, Rohnert Park, CA 94928
Nature of Producing Organization : Public Television
Production Funding: : General Hydroponics, Inc.

Presenting Station/Group: KRCB, Public Television

Broadcast History: 2004 - Distributed 1st season nationally through Westlink.
2005 – Re-uplinked 1st season nationally through Westlink.
2006 – Distributed 2nd season nationally through Westlink.
2007 - Distributed 3rd season nationally through Westlink.
2009 - Distributed 4th season nationally through Westlink.

Natural Heroes has won five Northern California Emmy® Awards 2007, 2008, 2010.

Content Alert: none
Videos Available: no Tag Language: n/a

Promotional Contact: Gabriella Jones-Litchfield 503-297-6436
GabriellaJL@comcast.net

Address: KRCB, 5850 Labath Avenue, Rohnert Park, CA 94928 www.naturalheroes.org

Local Underwriting Cleared : yes

Underwriting Language: “Alice’s Garden. Experience the wonder of nature with pure and natural
products.”

Cost/Conditions : Free upon notification of intent to carry.