Rangeley Lakeside Theater

Join the Maine Outdoor Film Festival for our annual screening with the Rangeley Trail Town Festival to celebrate the Appalachian Trail.

Date: Friday, August 30, 2024
Time: Doors: 6:30 PM
Films: 7:00PM
Admission: $7 for adults, $4 for AT hikers. and children under 12.
Tickets: Available at the door.
Location: Rangeley Lakeside Theater – 2493 Main St Rangeley, ME 04970
Presented in partnership with: Rangeley Trail Town Festival

Scheduled Program:

*Film Program Subject To Change*

DOLLY’S SONG – 12.4 minutes – by Sarah Hamilton – from Colorado  – Short synopsis: Dolly’s Song is a 13 minute documentary following retired trail builder Dolly Chapman as she passes on the art of the crosscut saw. She never had a mentor herself and is looking to give that to the next generation of stewards.

A SLAM THAT SAVES – 10.98 minutes – by Bene Meadows – from United States  – Short synopsis: In the Appalachians, there are species of bass found nowhere else on Earth. They are genetically-distinct in dire need of help. A community has rallied around them to champion the species. Join Matt and Mary Beth as they attempt to catch a “Redeye Slam” in one day.

THE BIRDS & THE BEANS – 11.77 minutes – by Pete Warren – from United States – Short synopsis: Pete Warren tells the story of Zorzal Cacao. Reserva Zorzal turned to organic and sustainable cacao production to fund a protected area designed to help preserve the wintering habitat of one of North America’s rarest birds – the Bicknell’s thrush. Today, Reserva Zorzal and the Bicknell’s thrush are thriving; thanks to the success of Zorzal Cacao.

NATURE ALWAYS FINDS A WAY – 12 minutes – by Jordyn Romero – from United States – Short synopsis: The story of five women who boldly embark on a ten day trek with total strangers to conquer the iconic Tour du Mont Blanc. Their goal? To heal their past traumas, together. An uplifting tale of reliance, female friendship and the incredible power of using nature and community to heal and forge a brighter future.

THE CAREIST – 9.93 minutes – by Matthew Boyd Williams – from Montana – Short synopsis: Between the Ohio and Mississippi riverbanks sit the United States’ 15th International Wetland of Importance. Yet, the wetlands today are mere remnants of their original borders. Max Hutchison is a naturalist, ecologist, zoologist, and lifelong voice for preserving the wetlands he also calls home.

INTERMISSION

THE DANCE CARD – 12.2 minutes – by Brandon Lavoie – from United States – Short synopsis: A father and his daughter gear up to compete in a unique race known as the Ride & Tie World Championship for the first time in six years. Whether riding their horse, Coda, or running through the woods, this father/daughter duo is determined to set records while strengthening their everlasting bond.

ENVIRONMENTAL BENEFITS OF FARMED SEAWEED – 7 minutes – WWF-US/No Umbrella Media – Short Synopsis: Learn from scientists, farmers, and WWF Experts on how kelp farming offers benefits to the local ocean, community and environment.

CROSSING THE HEIGHT OF LAND, OFF-TRAIL IN THE WILD – 16.35 minutes – by Chris Ozminski – from United States – Short synopsis: Travel on foot through the great white north with a team of expeditioneers. Immerse in wilderness while crossing into the Arctic Watershed, navigating harsh conditions and the approaching winter of life.

THE BEE – 6.93 minutes – by Kim Lowe – from Massachusetts – Short synopsis: Bill Perkins is a beekeeper in Boston who shares his knowledge and love of bees with his community, much like a bee spreading pollen.