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We Bought a Farm
Season 3
Episode 301
The Schley’s find the remaining 2.7-acres of an original wheat farm in Arvada that allows them to remodel an old estate to meet modern day high performance building standards, and try their hand at small-scale lavender and cut flower farming. This episode, viewers follow Rodman and Gina as they work with their architect to design a USGBC LEED Certified Home and learn the history of the property.
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The Schleys appreciate their many essential community relationships
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The Schley’s go into the forest to examine the relationship between man and trees
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The Schley’s explore the importance of clean air.
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The Schley’s immerse themselves in the heat of the sun by visiting the Colorado Sand Dunes
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The Schley’s consider all the ways the sun affects their home, farm and life
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The Schley’s have a whole new appreciation for water.
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The Schley’s get grounded as they explore the composition of soil.
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Rodman learns about wind power, solar power and climate change.
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Exploring large scale eco-building.
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The movement to living simpler by reducing a spaces carbon footprint.
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Gina is troubled by the lack of a green policy, recycling and composting at the office.
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Rodman and Gina explore upcycled art and fashion.