Almanzo Wilder, whose boyhood inspired his wife Laura Ingalls Wilder to write the book "Farmer Boy," grew up in Malone, New York. The actor known for portraying Almanzo on the NBC TV series "Little House on the Prairie" often pays a visit to the farm, to make sure the property is respected and in good repair. almanzowilderfarm.com
This "Spotlight" segment is produced by Paul Larson, and premiered on the program Mountain Lake Journal. Videography by Will Houle and Ben Carstens of Local 44. "Spotlight" is made possible, in part, by the Glenn and Carol Pearsall Adirondack Foundation, dedicated to improving the quality of life for yearround residents of the Adirondack Park. www.pearsallfoundation.org
Spotlight is also supported by Hill & Hollow Music. hillandhollowmusic.org