Stories of Social and Environmental Activism from around the globe

Clean Up Sayu is an appreciation of Sayulita's natural heritage with the goal of shedding light on some of the many inspiring individuals who are tirelessly working to protect it. One of these figures is Chilly-Willy, an environmentalist, waterman, and beloved grandfather. His unwavering dedication to safeguarding Mexico's coastline embodies the spirit of resilience and determination that defines this community. IN ATTENDANCE: <a href="https://wildandscenicfilmfestival.org/producer-director-writer-greer-fawcett/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Greer Fawcett</a>, Producer/ Director, Writer<a href="https://wildandscenicfilmfestival.org/producer-writer-clayton-kruse/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Clayton Kruse</a>, Producer/ Writer<a href="https://wildandscenicfilmfestival.org/editor-andrew-yamada/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Andrew Yamada</a>, Editor

Clean Up Sayu

Environmental vigilante, Chilly-Willy, works alongside local environmentalists to maintain what his small Mexican surf town once was: clean.

This short film showcases the stunning landscapes of the internationally recognized, Red River Gorge, and KY’s only Wild & Scenic Red River. It highlights an ongoing environmental challenge: the removal of scores of discarded tires and trash from Red River (and dumping as a statewide and national issue) and our humble cleanup leader, the original River Cowboy, Russ Miller.

River Cowboys: Keepin' it Wild

One communities effort to keep the Red River wild and inspire change across the state and country.

Once teeming with life, Lake Mai Ndombe in the Congo Basin is now depleted and local communities face starvation. The vanishing fish population can be traced back to an unlikely culprit, but they have a hopeful solution that could turn the tide. IN ATTENDANCE: <a href="https://wildandscenicfilmfestival.org/?page_id=92666&amp;preview=true" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Camille Morales</a>, Story Consultant

Black Water

A lake depleted by good intentions gone wrong threatens a community's survival, but a hopeful solution could turn the tide

In the Dominican Republic, baseball isn’t just a sport—it’s a way of life. But as the game thrives, development threatens the country’s mangroves, which play a vital role in the ecosystem. Meet Ismael Diaz-Tolentino, who leads the “Play for the Mangroves” initiative, merging conservation with the nation’s love for baseball to inspire environmental stewardship and restore balance to the natural world.

Roots

This is a baseball film about mangroves and learning to protect the places you love.

Bernard and Rebecca of the band, Par Avion, are not your average surf rock musicians. They're passionate fly fishing anglers and conservationists who are advocating for the protection of California's endangered Steelhead trout.As ambassadors to CalTrout, they've become observers on the ground to document the health of Southern California's waterways, especially around Malibu's 100-ft Rindge Dam, a major obstacle to wildlife. Thanks to the efforts of CalTrout and advocates like Bernard and Rebecca, the Rindge Dam is due to be removed with demolition work planned to begin 2028 and finish in 2035. IN ATTENDANCE: <a href="https://wildandscenicfilmfestival.org/subjects-bernard-yin-rebecca-ramirez/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Bernard Yin &amp; Rebecca Ramirez</a>, Subjects

Don't Doubt the Trout

Bernard and Rebecca of the band, Par Avion, are not your average surf rock musicians. They're passionate fly fishing anglers and conservationists who are advocating for the protection of California's endangered Steelhead trout.

In Freetown, Sierra Leone, Africa's first Chief Heat Officer, Eugenia Kargbo, partners with MEER to tackle rising temperatures using innovative mirror technology to reflect sunlight and cool homes. This groundbreaking initiative has already improved living conditions for residents of Kroo Bay, offering hope for widespread urban heat relief. IN ATTENDANCE:<a href="https://wildandscenicfilmfestival.org/assistant-producer-kathy-posey/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Kathy Posey</a>, Assistant Producer

Freetown: Cooling a City

MEER tackles rising temperatures using innovative mirror technology to reflect sunlight and cool homes in Freetown.

This is a story about feeling the wind in your hair, no matter where you are on life’s journey. It follows John, a retired teacher who uses pedal-powered rickshaws to bring joy to those who can’t ride themselves. Through shared adventures, the film asks: what is the power of the outdoors for those who are all too often trapped inside? IN ATTENDANCE: <a href="https://wildandscenicfilmfestival.org/producer-jacob-seigel-brielle/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Jacob Seigel Brielle</a>, Producer<a href="https://wildandscenicfilmfestival.org/director-isaac-seigel-boettner/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Isaac Seigel- Boettner</a>, Director<a href="https://wildandscenicfilmfestival.org/subject-john-seigel-boettner/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">John Seigel- Boettner</a>, Subject

Cycling Without Age

A story about the power of feeling the wind in your hair, no matter where you are on life's journey.

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