America's First Forest: Carl Schenck and the Asheville Experiment
Feb 03, 2016 · 56m
Director
Paul BonesteelOverview
When millionaire George Vanderbilt decided to build his dream house in Asheville, he hired landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted to design the grounds and gardens of the sprawling estate. German forester Carl Schenck was hired to manage the forest and demonstrate sustainability. Explore the story of Schenck’s work at the Biltmore Estate and its impact on the American conservation movement.
Cast of America's First Forest: Carl Schenck and the Asheville Experiment
James G. LewisSelf-Historian- Char MillerSelf - Historian
- Carlyle FranklinSelf - Forester
Chuck LeavellSelf - Tree Farmer/Musician
Ron RashSelf - Writer- Rob NeufeldSelf - Historian
- Ellen RickmanSelf - Historian
- Kevin UdeCarl Schenck
- Peter Van RijssenGeorge W. Vanderbilt
- Jeffrey AlexanderGifford Pinchot
- Wayne WheelerFrederick Law Olmsted
- Neill ClarkOlder Carl Schenck
- Brad DavidorfNarrator (voice)
Crew of America's First Forest: Carl Schenck and the Asheville Experiment
About America's First Forest: Carl Schenck and the Asheville Experiment
What is America's First Forest: Carl Schenck and the Asheville Experiment about?
When millionaire George Vanderbilt decided to build his dream house in Asheville, he hired landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted to design the grounds and gardens of the sprawling estate. German forester Carl Schenck was hired to manage the forest and demonstrate sustainability. Explore the story of Schenck’s work at the Biltmore Estate and its impact on the American conservation movement.
When was America's First Forest: Carl Schenck and the Asheville Experiment released?
America's First Forest: Carl Schenck and the Asheville Experiment was released on February 3, 2016.
How long is America's First Forest: Carl Schenck and the Asheville Experiment?
America's First Forest: Carl Schenck and the Asheville Experiment runs 56 minutes.
Who directed America's First Forest: Carl Schenck and the Asheville Experiment?
America's First Forest: Carl Schenck and the Asheville Experiment was directed by Paul Bonesteel.
Who is in the cast of America's First Forest: Carl Schenck and the Asheville Experiment?
The cast of America's First Forest: Carl Schenck and the Asheville Experiment includes James G. Lewis (Self-Historian), Char Miller (Self - Historian), Carlyle Franklin (Self - Forester), Chuck Leavell (Self - Tree Farmer/Musician) and Ron Rash (Self - Writer).