A wonderful portrayal of the cultural and geologic history of the Prairies ranging from the first peoples, the Plains Cree to David Thompson's early explorations to early mixed agricultural practices and settlement. This unique saline closed watershed has been a draw to scientists for over a century. Redberry's unexpected chemistry is only part of what makes this biosphere reserve an excellent natural laboratory for the students of the University of Saskatchewan's School of Environment and Sustainability today. Despite its unique natural environment, the small rural population numbers have declined and the constant struggle to be economically viable lives right alongside a staunch determination to protect the environment the people call home. The areas first people, the Plains Cree by developing a sustainable symbiotic relationship with the bison and the Prairie landscape.

pt. 1. Expecting the Unexpected in a Unique Biosphere: Striking Balance Series 1, Ep. 4 -- pt. 2. A Decline of Population, A Hope for a Sustainable Future: Striking Balance Series 1, Ep. 4 -- pt. 3. The History of the Plains Cree in Redberry: Striking Balance Series 1, Ep. 4 -- pt. 4. Ukrainian Settlers in Redberry: Striking Balance Series 1, Ep. 4 -- pt. 5. Disappearance of the Rural Community the Beginning of Redberry Biosphere: Striking Balance Series 1, Ep. 4 -- pt. 6. Redberry - Prairie Grasslands and the Stewards of the Land: Striking Balance Series 1, Ep. 4 -- pt. 7. Redberry - A Biosphere with a Global Reach: Striking Balance Series 1, Ep. 4 -- pt. 8. The Incorporation of Education of the Biosphere: Striking Balance Series 1, Ep. 4.