Arkansas River Basin Documentaries
The Arkansas River: From Leadville to Lamar
In 2018, the documentary “The Arkansas River: from Leadville to Lamar” aired on Rocky Mountain PBS. It examines the river’s economic and social importance through its recreational, municipal, and agricultural uses. The hour-long film features filmmaker Sam Ebersole’s interviews with water managers, outfitters, fishing guides, farmers, and ranchers.
MIRASOL: Looking At The Sun
Directed by Ben Knight, the 37-minute film follows multigenerational farming families in Pueblo County and features Dr. Mike Bartolo of Rocky Ford. Mirasol powerfully explores the loss of water and farmland and the importance of protecting the Lower Arkansas Valley.