PEEC News:
The Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) and SALA Event Center have announced that they are bringing the Backcountry Film Festival to New Mexico for its exclusive screening at 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 30 at SALA.
Presented by the Winter Wildlands Alliance, this event celebrates the spirit of human-powered winter exploration and environmental stewardship.
Guests will enjoy an evening of captivating backcountry-themed films, have the opportunity to purchase beer and wine, and participate in a raffle featuring fantastic prizes from local businesses.
Doors will open at 6 p.m. for pre-event activities and mingling.
This year’s film lineup features breathtaking stories of resilience, creativity and connection to the wilderness. Among the films is Peak Obsession, which follows adventurers pursuing North America’s most challenging ski descents. Other standout features include narratives about friendship in remote landscapes, grassroots environmental advocacy, and the ways the snowsports community is adapting to climate change.
Backcountry Film Festival Screening
- Where: SALA Event Center, 2551 Central Ave.
- When: Jan. 30, 2025, doors open at 6 p.m., films start at 7 p.m.
- Tickets: $16 per person
Proceeds from the event support PEEC and its mission to inspire greater connections with nature.
The festival is a global celebration of winter, presented in more than 100 locations worldwide, showcasing stories that emphasize outdoor stewardship, human-powered adventure, and the conservation of wild places. Whether you’re a backcountry enthusiast or simply a lover of nature, this evening promises inspiration and entertainment.
Reserve your spot today to experience the awe-inspiring beauty of winter through the lens of some of the most talented filmmakers in the outdoor community.
For more information, visit PEEC’s website at peecnature.org/events. Stay connected with PEEC on social media for updates on each week’s activities.
About PEEC:
PEEC was founded in 2000 to serve the community of Los Alamos. It offers people of all ages a way to enrich their lives by strengthening their connections to our canyons, mesas, mountains and skies. PEEC operates the Los Alamos Nature Center at 2600 Canyon Road, holds regular programs and events, and hosts several interest groups, from birding to hiking to butterfly watching. PEEC activities are open to everyone; however, members receive exclusive benefits such as discounts on programs and gift shop merchandise. Annual memberships start at $35. To learn more, visit peecnature.org/support/membership/.