BBC host Chris Packham and wildlife cinematographer Bob Poole are joined by travel journalist Samantha Brown for this special PBS edition of the first-ever season of Autumnwatch produced in America. This series in three parts travels across the colorful landscapes of New England, meeting a cast of unforgettable wildlife characters, and experiencing some of the best autumn has to offer, including leaf gazing, pumpkin carving and cranberry harvesting. Local experts in food, wildlife, music, literature and history join the trio of hosts each night to showcase characteristics special to New England.
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BBC Studios
PBS
Episodes
Cast
Season 1
1. Episode 1
57min
17th Oct 2018
Grab a seat at the campfire with Samantha Brown and Chris Packham for a live adventure into the culture and wildlife that make fall in New England special. Peek at leaf-changing science, catch backyard drama and see wildlife at night with Bob Poole.
2. Episode 2
57min
18th Oct 2018
Swirl into the world of maple syrup with Vivian Howard. Take a trip to Maine’s Fryeburg Fair, discover the magic of caterpillars and learn more about the birds soaring across New England skies each fall.
3. Episode 3
57min
19th Oct 2018
Discover how cranberries and pumpkins became fall fundamentals with Samantha Brown and Chris Packham. Catch gangs of turkeys and rare bird art. Peek into the world of nighttime critters with Bob Poole.