Ep 1. Scott Hunt

America Unplugged is a show that takes viewers on a journey through the lives of people who have taken the leap and gone back to basics living a self-sufficient life without modern technology. In season one episode one titled Scott Hunt, viewers are introduced to Scott, a former pastor who has left his urban life to live off the grid. Scott's goal is to teach anyone who cares to listen how to live a self-sufficient life without power or technology, while still enjoying life's creature comforts.

The episode starts by introducing Scott and his family. Scott is married and has two daughters. They built their home from scratch in a remote location in the wilderness. The home is fitted with a well, solar panels for electricity, and a wind turbine for backup power during cloudy days. Viewers see Scott go through his daily tasks of watering the garden, clearing the chicken coop and tending to the animals. Scott explains that his philosophy is to live sustainably- using only as much as he needs.

The episode then takes us through Scott's daily routine of hunting and gathering. He shows us how to catch fish using nothing more than a fishing line, and how to gut and prepare it for cooking. He also takes viewers through his garden explaining his crop choices, planting techniques, and harvesting practices. Scott's approach to farming is to use natural methods of pest control and fertilizers.

Scott also explains how he heats his home during the colder months, using wood from his own woodlot to fuel his stove. He shows viewers how he has built a solar water heater to heat his water. This device has helped him save on fuel and makes excellent use of the free energy provided by the sun.

Viewers are taken through a step-by-step process of how he bakes his own bread, using his homemade bread oven and how he preserves his food to last throughout the year. Scott uses traditional methods for food preservation such as canning, pickling, and smoking. He explains how by using these processes, he is not only reducing his waste but also preserving essential nutrients in his food.

The episode also shows viewers how Scott and his family take time to have fun and make the most of their natural surroundings. They go for canoeing and fishing trips in the nearby river, which is not only a great way for them to spend time together but also a way of sourcing food naturally.

In conclusion, America Unplugged Season 1 Episode 1, Scott Hunt, is a perfect starting point for the series. It introduces viewers to Scott, his family, and their way of life. Viewers are taken through the methods in which they sustain themselves without the help of modern technology. Scott's philosophy of living sustainably, without using more than what one needs, is a reminder of the importance of responsible consumption. The episode is both educational and inspiring. It gives viewers an insight into a lifestyle that may seem impossible in modern-day society but ultimately highlights the importance of sustainability and self-reliance.