Jackson, WY – Trout Unlimited and Slow Food in the Tetons invite residents and visitors to a special film festival on October 2‑3 at the Center for the Arts. Presented by Loop Tackle and Cox Outdoors, the event highlights the deep ties between water, fish, community‑led conservation and sustainable foodways.
Local river stories and regional films
The first half of the evening features films from the Upper Snake River Basin, tracing the journey from the Snake River headwaters to the lower four Snake River dams. Highlights include Iconic Rises, which follows third‑generation Jackson Hole fly‑fishing guide Boots Allen as he celebrates the native Snake River Fine‑Spotted Cutthroat Trout, and Guardians of the Snake: Behind the Scenes – Girl’s Day Out, a Fly Fishing Film Tour selection that follows three passionate female guides on a golden autumn day on the river.
National and international conservation highlights
The second half expands the focus to dam removals on the Klamath River, Atlantic salmon conservation in Iceland, the fight against the Pebble Mine, and indigenous leadership in fisheries. Films such as Undammed follow Yurok tribal attorney Amy Bowers Cordalis as she works to free the Klamath River, while Loop Flyfishing Adventures in Iceland: “The Stronghold” showcases Emilie Björkman’s pursuit of wild Atlantic salmon in one of the species’ last strongholds.
Panel, book signing and community activities
After the screenings, a panel of conservation and food‑sustainability changemakers will discuss how water, fish and agriculture intersect in the Tetons and beyond. Attendees can also enjoy raffles, swag giveaways, partner booths, a casting competition, and a children’s book signing of “Legends of the Snake” by Abby Paffrath and Roberta Roush. Local food tastings will let guests sample the region’s farm‑to‑table offerings.
Tickets and accessibility
Doors open at 5:30 p.m.; films begin at 6:30 p.m. Tickets cost $10 plus a $3 processing fee. A discount code (SLOWTROUT) is available for anyone who faces a cost barrier.
About the organizers
Trout Unlimited is the nation’s leading river‑and‑stream conservation organization, working to protect trout and salmon habitats and to keep water clean for healthier communities. In Jackson, the local chapter leads the Snake River Headwaters Initiative, a collaborative effort to restore the river’s headwaters and its native cutthroat fishery.
Slow Food in the Tetons promotes a regional sustainable food economy by supporting producers, educating consumers and fostering connections rooted in good, clean and fair food.
Join the celebration of conservation and cuisine
Whether you are an angler, a food lover, a parent looking for a family‑friendly evening, or simply someone who cares about preserving the natural heritage of the Tetons, the Wild Fish Slow Food Film Festival offers an inspiring blend of storytelling, education and community spirit.
Original reporting: Buckrail (Jackson WY) — read the source article.
