Butte, Montana (Oct. 30, 2024) – The award-winning documentary Columbia River Canoe Project is hitting the road with an exciting lineup of showings throughout November 2024. Audiences across the United States and Canada will have the opportunity to experience this inspiring adventure film, which recently took home the “Best Documentary” and “Festival Favorite” awards at the Twin Falls SANDWICHES Film Festival.
Columbia River Canoe Project follows Robert Lester and his 18-year-old cousin Braxton Mitchell as they embark on an ambitious 1,300-mile canoe journey from the Continental Divide near Butte, Montana, to the Pacific Ocean. Along the way, they navigate both the river’s challenges and their own personal growth. The film delivers an adventure filled with breathtaking landscapes and unexpected obstacles. The film explores their trials and triumphs while raising awareness of the ecological challenges affecting the Columbia River Watershed.
“I thought we had created a quality film, but I have been blown away by the reactions of people at the showings we’ve had so far,” said Lester. “People are enjoying the Columbia River Canoe Project more than I ever could have hoped, and I’m just so honored to be able to share the inspirational characters and environmental lessons from my expedition with viewers.”
Scheduled Showings:
- November 3, 2024 – Santa Ana, Calif.
- Location: Old Towne Film Festival (tickets available here)
- Film Showing: 4 p.m.
- Event Details: Co-director Neil Larson will attend this event.
- November 7, 2024 – Boulder, Colo.
- Location: Zeal Optics Flagship Store
- Film Showing: 6 p.m.
- Event Details: Robert Lester will be in attendance for a keynote and Q&A. Prizes and giveaways will be available at the event.
- November 8-10, 2024 – Seattle, Wash.
- Location: Historic Admiral Theater
- Film Showing: 7 p.m.
- Event Details: Robert Lester will attend the Nov. 8 event for a keynote and Q&A. Prizes and giveaways will be available at the event.
- November 8-10, 2024 – Sudbury, Ontario, Canada
- Location: SOAR Sudbury Outdoor Adventure Reels Film Festival, Sudbury Indie Cinema (tickets available here)
- Film Showing: 4 p.m.
- November 16, 2024 – Billings, Mont.
- Location: Babcock Theater (tickets available here)
- Film Showings: 3 p.m. and 6 p.m.
- Event Details: Robert Lester will be present at both showings for a keynote and Q&A. Prizes and giveaways will be available at the event.
- November 24, 2024 – Bainbridge Island, Wash.
- Location: Historic Lynwood Theater (tickets available here)
- Film Showing: 4 p.m.
- Event Details: Robert Lester will be in attendance for a keynote and Q&A. Prizes and giveaways will be available at the event.
More showings are pending and will be announced soon. If you’re interested in bringing the show to your hometown, please reach out to Robert.
Columbia River Canoe Project is proudly sponsored by Bending Branches, Beyond Clothing Company, Crazy Creek, Navarro Canoe Co., and Zeal Optics.
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Media Contact:
Mountain King Industries
Robert Lester
birdot1@gmail.com
406-565-6526
Downloadable Media Assets HERE (photo credit: Columbia River Canoe Project)
About the Film:
Columbia River Canoe Project is an award-winning documentary that inspires adventure and environmental stewardship while showcasing the importance of protecting the Columbia River Watershed. Follow along as two cousins test their limits and learn about the power of perseverance and nature’s beauty.
