2023 Passes Now On Sale - Early Bird Pricing Through December 15th

Wild & Scenic Film Festival passes with special early bird pricing are now on sale. There are a limited number of these specially priced passes available through December 15^th or as quantities allow. The full lineup of films will be released on Dec. 15^th along with additional regularly priced passes and tickets.

For over two decades, the Wild & Scenic Film Festival (WSFF) has welcomed audiences to Nevada County, CA, for its annual event every January. This year the festival has moved to President’s Day weekend, February 16-20, 2023. 

The festival will feature many mainstay elements of the past, including activist workshops, an art exhibition, youth programs, the EnviroFair, filmmaker Q&A sessions, as well as opportunities to interact with filmmakers and special guests. Wild & Scenic will continue to bring together top filmmakers, activists, and social innovators to inspire environmental awareness and action. We can't wait to see you around town!

We're pleased to announce a preview of our 2023 lineup of films slated to be shown at the 21st annual event happening February 16-20, 2023.  Some of the marquee films presented at the 21st Annual Wild & Scenic Film Festival are listed below. Stay turned for the full lineup of 2023 Official Selections to be announced on December 15th.

All that Breathes - Amidst the darkening backdrop of Delhi's apocalyptic air and escalating violence, two brothers devote their lives to protect one casualty of the turbulent times: the bird known as the Black Kite. This film has been racking up awards from Cannes to Sundance.  

Breaking Trail - Emily Ford sets out with a borrowed sled dog to become the first woman and person of color to thru-hike the 1200-mile Ice Age Trail in winter. As the journey tests their endurance, the duo embraces the unexpected kindness of strangers. 

Elevated - For Deaf climber Sonya Wilson, communication and community is of vital importance. Elevated is a non-verbal film sharing Sonya’s experience as a Deaf woman and outdoor advocate working to bridge the gap between the Deaf community and the outdoor industry, one crag at a time. 

Free to Run - When the Taliban takes over Afghanistan threatening the basic human rights of women across the country, UN human rights attorney and mountain runner, Stephanie Case, must fight to find a way forward for the Afghan women of her NGO, Free to Run, in the midst of taking on the longest and hardest ultra trail race of her life. 

Path of the Panther - Drawn in by the haunting specter of the Florida panther, photographer Carlton Ward finds himself on the front lines of an accelerating battle between forces of renewal and destruction that have pushed the Everglades to the brink of ecological collapse. 

River – Narrated by Willem Dafoe, River is a cinematic and musical odyssey that explores the remarkable relationship between humans and rivers. 

Walking Two Worlds - 19-year-old Quannah Chasinghorse, and their mother, Jody Potts-Joseph, take a stand to defend their sacred homelands and way of life while breaking barriers in Indigenous representation. 

Volunteer for WSFF 2023!

We rely on our team of volunteers to make this festival a success.  As you may know, this SYRCL fundraiser uses the helping hands of over 500 volunteers to host theater venues, headquarters, food prep, setup, and breakdown throughout the week. We are now searching for dozens of pass checkers, ushers, tech support, advocacy action crew, and more to help bring this festival to life!

There are so many ways to get involved at the Wild & Scenic Film Festival and take action for our planet. Join one of our hardworking festival teams and earn access to film sessions.

Click on the Learn More button below to see descriptions of each volunteer opportunity available. To register for volunteer shifts, select the “Volunteer” button or the job name. You will be redirected to our volunteer signup page to choose by volunteer job, shift time and/or location.

For more information, please contact our Community Engagement Team at 530.265.5961 ext 201 or by email at maddie@yubariver.org. We can't wait to return to in-person festivities with you in February!

Become a WSFF 2023 Lodging Host for Filmmakers and Special Guests

The Wild & Scenic Film Festival relies on the generosity and warmth of the Nevada City and Grass Valley communities to be a successful fundraiser for SYRCL’s year-round conservation work. Our lodging hosts play a crucial role in ensuring that our special guests and filmmakers have comfortable and welcoming stays during the festival.

Every year, we house upwards of 100 out-of-town filmmakers, jurors, and other special guests, which simply wouldn’t be possible without the generosity and hospitality of this community. This is a unique opportunity to spend time with WSFF guests, and a great way to earn some free access to sessions!

The 21st annual Wild & Scenic Film Festival runs from February 16-20, 2023. If you are interested in hosting and would like to learn more, please click on the button below to fill out the form.

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