BELLOWS FALLS-Connecticut River Conservancy (CRC) once again hosts the “Wild & Scenic Film Festival” at the Bellows Falls Opera House Thursday, April 30.
The tour event will feature a range of river-focused environmental films from across the globe, including one made by CRC right here in the Connecticut River watershed. The film selection will cover various topics with a common thread of human connection and stewardship of the natural world.
“These films highlight inspiring stories of resilience, research, and community,” organizers wrote in a news release. In addition to the films, the event will include speakers and raffle prizes.
“The Wild and Scenic Film Festival is a great opportunity to reflect on our place in the natural world and dream about the adventures that warmer weather can bring,” said Kathy Urffer, CRC director of policy and advocacy and Vermont river steward, in the news release. “The films inspire you to get out there to connect with life and protect what sustains and nourishes us — our planet.”
Over 100 guests attended last year’s inaugural event.
Similar events occur in other parts of the watershed, but with each organization hosting a unique selection of films — and CRC contributing an original short film this year related to migratory fish research — no two Film Festival events are ever the same.
The Festival is a natural extension of CRC’s work to restore and advocate for clean water, healthy habitats, and resilient communities throughout the region. Attendees will learn about upcoming river restoration projects and opportunities to get involved with community science, river cleanups, and more.
Doors open at 6 p.m., and films start at 6:30 p.m. Advance tickets are $10 for children, $12 for adults, and $15 at the door. For more information, visit ctriver.org/wild-scenic-films.
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