PEEC News:
Still searching for the perfect stocking stuffer? Give the gift of adventure this holiday season with tickets to the Backcountry Film Festival, hosted by the Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC), coming to SALA Event Center (2551 Central Avenue) in Los Alamos at 7 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 22, 2026.
For just $16.00 per ticket, recipients will enjoy an unforgettable evening celebrating the human-powered experience through films that highlight adventure, environment and climate, youth outdoors, and ski culture. Purchase tickets here.
This special screening is the only Backcountry Film Festival showing in New Mexico, presented by PEEC and the SALA Event Center. Doors open at 6 p.m., with beer and wine available thanks to Pajarito Brewpub and Grill. Guests can also purchase raffle tickets for a chance to win exciting prizes from local and regional businesses. Cash is encouraged for raffle ticket purchases!
Produced by Winter Wildlands Alliance, the Backcountry Film Festival is more than a movie night. It’s a celebration for the backcountry snow sports community. Funds raised stay local, supporting environmental education here in north, central New Mexico.
Printable Stocking Stuffer Design
To make gifting easy, PEEC has created a festive printable ticket design—perfect for slipping into stockings or holiday cards. Download, print, and wrap up the gift of adventure for your loved ones. Available here: peecnature.org/last-minute-gift-idea-tickets-to-backcountry-film-festival-in-los-alamos/
Why It’s the Perfect Gift
- Affordable, unique, and memorable experience
- Supports local conservation and education efforts
- Connects your loved ones with adventure and community
Tickets are available now. Don’t miss out on this one-night-only event in New Mexico!
For more information, visit PEEC’s website at peecnature.org/events. Stay connected on social media for updates on each week’s activities.
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/.
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