Three years ago, a teacher at Red Hill Elementary School approached Principal Eric Olsen with an idea to take advantage of the school’s outdoor environment, which includes a small creek on the west side of…
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Eagle River Watershed Council is hosting the sixth annual Wild & Scenic Film Festival, presented by Avon Frame Shoppe, in a fully-virtual format. Keeping the spirit of an in-person event, the nonprofit fundraiser includes door prizes, a silent auction, food specials and an interactive chat feature.
The event takes place on Thursday, April 8, from 7-9 pm. To get your tickets, please visit erwc.org/filmfest2021
. A recording will be available for ticket-holders through April 13.
The Wild & Scenic Film Festival brings inspiring films to the Eagle County community, fostering environmental stewardship and activism, in addition to raising funds to support the Watershed Council’s educational programs.
Todd Winslow Pierce photo
As we celebrate the end of this most challenging year, let’s toast to each other; to the accomplishments and successes big and small that got us through. Gratitude is a strong foundation for the year ahead.
I’m grateful for the incredible ensemble of nonprofit organizations that serve our community. Throughout the past year, despite challenges in funding, social distancing, and a dramatic shift in the needs of our communities, local nonprofits have pushed forward, persevered, and doubled down on providing the essential services that we depend on. To the staff, volunteers, and donors of our local nonprofit community, thank you.