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Discovery Road


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Scandinavian ShowWednesday, July 6
12:00 am on UEN-TV 9.1This episode of Discovery Road gives the viewer a seat on a tour bus as it traverses through the Mormon Pioneer National Heritage Area. The show follows a group of tour guide operators as they experience Scandinavian Days and all that goes into that annual celebration. The story of one of the most unique building blocks you will ever see or hear about is told in the program. Oolite stone was quarried out the mountains in Sanpete County, Utah and used in buildings like the Kearns Mansion, The Keith Mansion, several Mormon temples, the Park Building at the University of Utah, the Washington Monument and the Hearst Mansion overlooking San Simeon Bay south of San Francisco. Discovery Road then pays a visit to a small town furniture store to see how pioneers made their chairs, sofas and tables. Pull up a comfortable chair you won't want to miss this episode of Discovery Road! -
Scandinavian ShowSaturday, July 2
6:00 pm on UEN-TV 9.1This episode of Discovery Road gives the viewer a seat on a tour bus as it traverses through the Mormon Pioneer National Heritage Area. The show follows a group of tour guide operators as they experience Scandinavian Days and all that goes into that annual celebration. The story of one of the most unique building blocks you will ever see or hear about is told in the program. Oolite stone was quarried out the mountains in Sanpete County, Utah and used in buildings like the Kearns Mansion, The Keith Mansion, several Mormon temples, the Park Building at the University of Utah, the Washington Monument and the Hearst Mansion overlooking San Simeon Bay south of San Francisco. Discovery Road then pays a visit to a small town furniture store to see how pioneers made their chairs, sofas and tables. Pull up a comfortable chair you won't want to miss this episode of Discovery Road! -
Garfield CountyWednesday, June 29
12:00 am on UEN-TV 9.1This episode of Discovery Road gives the viewer an exciting ride through the diverse landscape and stunning beauty that is found in Garfield County. History comes alive through stories about a blind telephone switchboard operator and a visit to a western collectible store where a woman entertains customers by quilting! A real discovery comes in Escalante, Utah where a man who repairs flat tires for foreign travelers tells us his story. There's also a fun visit to an old movie theater perched atop an ice cream store. The program concludes with a look back at historic Ruby's Inn and Bryce Canyon National Park. Historic photos and film accompany exciting interviews throughout this entertaining and educational show. -
Garfield CountySaturday, June 25
6:00 pm on UEN-TV 9.1This episode of Discovery Road gives the viewer an exciting ride through the diverse landscape and stunning beauty that is found in Garfield County. History comes alive through stories about a blind telephone switchboard operator and a visit to a western collectible store where a woman entertains customers by quilting! A real discovery comes in Escalante, Utah where a man who repairs flat tires for foreign travelers tells us his story. There's also a fun visit to an old movie theater perched atop an ice cream store. The program concludes with a look back at historic Ruby's Inn and Bryce Canyon National Park. Historic photos and film accompany exciting interviews throughout this entertaining and educational show. -
Filmmakers Shootout In Kane CountyWednesday, June 22
12:00 am on UEN-TV 9.1The 2014 Kane County Filmmakers Shootout attracted filmmakers, film lovers and plenty of movie goers. Discovery Road was on hand as organizers handed out the film assignments and then unleashed the film makers to make their movies. In just over 48 hours their work was done and the judging was underway. An exciting fleet of movies was screened at the historic Crescent Moon Theater in Kanab to a standing room only crowd. The western movie history, world famous landscape and local talent were all included in the films. Discovery Road interviewed the filmmakers, movie officials and movie buffs. They followed the film crews as they worked and then watched as the movies were screened. This behind the scenes episode offers insight to a fun competition and shows how much is learned during the weeklong event. -
Filmmakers Shootout In Kane CountySaturday, June 18
6:00 pm on UEN-TV 9.1The 2014 Kane County Filmmakers Shootout attracted filmmakers, film lovers and plenty of movie goers. Discovery Road was on hand as organizers handed out the film assignments and then unleashed the film makers to make their movies. In just over 48 hours their work was done and the judging was underway. An exciting fleet of movies was screened at the historic Crescent Moon Theater in Kanab to a standing room only crowd. The western movie history, world famous landscape and local talent were all included in the films. Discovery Road interviewed the filmmakers, movie officials and movie buffs. They followed the film crews as they worked and then watched as the movies were screened. This behind the scenes episode offers insight to a fun competition and shows how much is learned during the weeklong event. -
Mormon Trail: The Disabled OnesWednesday, June 15
12:00 am on UEN-TV 9.1Discovery Road travels down the historic Mormon Trail to uncover one of the more inspiring chapters of Mormon Trail history ever. Historians share with our documentary team the little known stories about people on the trail who had challenges beyond the mountains, rivers, weather and long distances. Blindness, mental problems, club foot, amputees and many others are featured in the program. Descendants of these courageous pioneers discuss the amazing courage and struggles involved within the journey. Inspiration comes to the surface as the families reveal how subsequent generations honor and benefit from those disabled forefathers. -
Mormon Trail: The Disabled OnesSaturday, June 11
6:00 pm on UEN-TV 9.1Discovery Road travels down the historic Mormon Trail to uncover one of the more inspiring chapters of Mormon Trail history ever. Historians share with our documentary team the little known stories about people on the trail who had challenges beyond the mountains, rivers, weather and long distances. Blindness, mental problems, club foot, amputees and many others are featured in the program. Descendants of these courageous pioneers discuss the amazing courage and struggles involved within the journey. Inspiration comes to the surface as the families reveal how subsequent generations honor and benefit from those disabled forefathers. -
German Way: Pioneers, Pows & A MansionWednesday, June 8
12:00 am on UEN-TV 9.1The story of German immigrants finding their place in the San Luis Valley is one of the most intriguing we have ever documented, according to Discovery Road producer James Nelson. The German influence can be found in buildings, banking, newspapers, and mining. Their contribution out here is huge! Many German emigrants made their way to America including August Sporleder. He came to Walsenberg in the 1860s where he opened the Sporleder Hotel in the small community of La Plaza de los Leones near the Spanish Peaks. Another of his early business operations was the Sporleder Feed Store which continues serving the area. If you look in the newspaper archives the Sporleder name is featured prominently in the community. It was at the World Journal newspaper in Walsenburg where Discovery Road found more of the Sporleder story. The newspaper is connected to the past and the family story including Louis B. Sporleder who was an unofficial promoter of the area. His writings and storytelling brought attention to the region and helped promote tourism. -
German Way: Pioneers, Pows & A MansionSaturday, June 4
6:00 pm on UEN-TV 9.1The story of German immigrants finding their place in the San Luis Valley is one of the most intriguing we have ever documented, according to Discovery Road producer James Nelson. The German influence can be found in buildings, banking, newspapers, and mining. Their contribution out here is huge! Many German emigrants made their way to America including August Sporleder. He came to Walsenberg in the 1860s where he opened the Sporleder Hotel in the small community of La Plaza de los Leones near the Spanish Peaks. Another of his early business operations was the Sporleder Feed Store which continues serving the area. If you look in the newspaper archives the Sporleder name is featured prominently in the community. It was at the World Journal newspaper in Walsenburg where Discovery Road found more of the Sporleder story. The newspaper is connected to the past and the family story including Louis B. Sporleder who was an unofficial promoter of the area. His writings and storytelling brought attention to the region and helped promote tourism. -
Mormon Trail - The Forgotten OnesWednesday, June 1
12:00 am on UEN-TV 9.1Discovery Road returns to the historic Mormon Trail to search for traces of family members who did not make it all the way to Zion. The story unfolds with treks to major stops on the trail for initial information. Then the stories begin to unfold about how loved ones were lost to illness or were unable to continue the journey. Despite the difficult and harrowing experiences on the trail pioneers continued westward. This show brings forward the lasting family memories coupled with examples of family success stories.