Kayak

On a peaceful summer day, a dad takes his baby son on a kayak day trip. Between the challenges of a first river outing and the baby’s whims the father will not have a relaxing day, especially when an eagle joins the adventure.

Diverse We Run

A daughter of immigrant parents, Carolyn Su gained confidence through running. But she noticed runners like her were rarely represented. She asked herself, why? To combat racism, Su amplifies BIPOC voices to show the next generation what is possible on her platform Diverse We Run.

Lost on Purpose

A gravel exploration of the Lost Sierra (Sierra and Plumas counties) region of Northern California highlighting current recreation opportunities and local businesses in advance of "Connected Communities," a regional trail project currently being planned and built by the Sierra Buttes Trail Stewardship. The economically struggling region is using recreation as an attractant for visitors and even residents. This film was born at the intersection of incredible natural beauty, adventurous spirit, and a healthy dose of impatience. After production, the devastation left by the Dixie Fire has motivated agencies to prioritize Connected Communities and many sections are already underway. We hope you will enjoy this film and support Pedal Power Bike Shop.

Learn more about connected communities on KCC’s Transportation page.

Elevated

In an effort to make the outdoor and rock climbing industry more inclusive, Deaf climber Sonya Wilson shares her testimony in overcoming barriers and gaining acceptance while hosting climbing retreats with both hearing and Deaf outdoor enthusiasts. Through the trials and traumas of her childhood, Wilson has become elevated — embodying the belief that being Deaf is a gift that does not make you less than.

Check out KCC’s Outdoor Recreation Information Page

Game Hawker

Shawn Hayes leads a life of devotion. For him, falconry is more than a deep partnership with raptors: it’s his life’s work. As an American falconry ambassador, he’s carved a space for himself where people of color haven’t always been welcome. It's taken him across the globe, into strongholds of tradition and conservation. This film is about more than what humans can train birds to do—it’s about what those birds can teach us about living in partnership with wild creatures and wild places.

We hope you enjoy this birding film and support Wild Birds Unlimited.

A Baffin Vacation

Erik Boomer and Sarah McNair-Landry set off on a bold multi-sport 45 day expedition traveling through the remote landscape of Baffin Island in search of stunning cliffs to climb and unexplored rivers to whitewater kayak.

We hope you enjoy this film and support Canoe Kentucky.

Protecting the Monarch Butterfly

Land restoration near Niagara Falls is giving refuge to a beloved butterfly and setting an example for wildlife protection everywhere.

Uncharted Waters

What is it like to be surrounded by gang activity then suddenly experience an overnight adventure on the river? In fall or 2021, we got to follow along as Homeboy Industries, the largest gang-intervention organization in the world, took 50 of their members on an overnight whitewater rafting trip with All-Outdoors California Whitewater Rafting. Most of the individuals had never been camping before, let alone rafting, and some had never left Los Angeles County. It was such an impactful experience that Homeboy Industries has made it an annual tradition, and they reunited on the river this past September.

Check out KCC’s Outdoor Recreation Information Page

Breaking Trail

Emily Ford sets out with Diggins, a borrowed sled dog, to become the first woman and person of color to thru-hike the 1,200-mile Ice Age Trail in winter. As the journey through subzero temperatures tests her physical and mental endurance, Emily and her canine protector develop an unbreakable bond as they embrace the unexpected kindness of strangers and discover they’ve become figureheads in the movement to make the outdoors more accessible for everyone.

Bad Bugs

10-year-old Bryn made a claymation movie about the importance of "natural solutions for your bug problems" - something she's passionate about. The idea came after one of her "grub hunting" sessions (she loves gathering grubs for the birds and lizards). Check out KCC’s Biodiversity page.

Green in the City

As pastor of the New Northside Missionary Baptist Church in St. Louis, the Reverend Rodrick Burton champions many causes -- including renewable energy. Meanwhile, St. Louis Sustainability Director Catherine Werner pushes for energy efficiency and solar workforce programs that support underserved communities. Explore how these efforts come together to help a coal-powered city emerge as an environmental leader. We hope you will support our Title Sponsor, Solar Energy Solutions.

Learn more about solar energy on KCC’s Solar page.