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ICL’s Wilderness Steward Program

This April, Idaho Conservation League is calling for volunteers to apply to become a Wilderness Steward for summer 2025. Wilderness Stewards play a pivotal role in preserving, protecting, and enhancing the Wilderness areas surrounding the Wood River Valley. From June to September, these volunteers go on self-guided hikes in our regional Wilderness (Cecil D. Andrus-White Clouds Wilderness, Craters of the Moon National Monument, Hemingway-Boulders Wilderness, Jim McClure-Jerry Peak Wilderness, Sawtooth Wilderness, and recommended Wilderness in the Sawtooth and Salmon-Challis National Forests) during which they pick up trash, break down illegal fire rings, speak to trail users about Leave No Trace and Wilderness Regulations, and collect data for the U.S. Forest Service and the National Parks Service. Recreate with purpose and help keep our Wilderness wild! Apply by May 2nd to become a Wilderness Steward this summer.

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Advocacy After Hours at the Wylde Beet

In the spirit of Earth Day, join Josh Johnson and Lexi Black from the Idaho Conservation League at the Wylde Beet Cafe for a night of advocacy for your public lands! Come learn about the threats to public lands in the present moment and take tangible action to protect what makes Idaho so special. ICL will bring postcards and pens, but consider bringing a laptop to use our digital advocacy avenues!

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Digging Deeper Series

Lines, Lessons, & Close Calls: Wisdom from a Decade of Ski Guiding Join us for an unforgettable evening with local ski guide Jon ‘JP’ Preuss as he shares thrilling stories, hard-earned lessons, and invaluable wisdom from his years in the mountains. Whether you’re a seasoned skier or just love a good adventure tale, this is an event you won’t want to miss!

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Blizzard of Aahhh’s w/ Special Guest Mike Hattrup

The Liberty Theater is thrilled to present Blizzard of Aahhh’s, the ultimate ski film classic, with a special in-person appearance by ski legend Mike Hattrup! Directed by Greg Stump, this groundbreaking film redefined extreme skiing, featuring iconic athletes Scot Schmidt, Glen Plake, and Mike Hattrup in jaw-dropping locations around the world. With its high-energy soundtrack and rockumentary style, Blizzard of Aahhh’s remains one of the most influential ski films of all time. But this is more than just a screening—it’s an event. Join us for an exclusive introduction and post-show Q&A with Mike Hattrup, where he’ll share behind-the-scenes stories and insights into the making of this legendary film. Don’t miss this chance to witness ski film history on the big screen and meet one of the sport’s icons! Grab your tickets now!

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20th Annual Backcountry Film Festival

The Nordic and Backcountry Skiers Alliance of Idaho will host the Winter Wildlands Alliance to present, the annual Backcountry Film Festival. Celebrating the power and spirit of humans in the winter. Out of 320+ films submitted, the Backcountry Film Festival film selection committee has chosen this year’s very best stories of backcountry adventure and snow cinema by human-powered athletes, brands, activists, and adventurers.

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Beacon Search Support Day at Rotaun

Practice your search skills with an FSAC instructor at our new beacon park! The park is located uphill from the green garage (far right of the platter lift). Loaner beacons, shovels, and probes will be available for use from The Friends. Stick around for an avalanche rescue dog demonstration with our friends from Blaine Avalanche and K9 Rescue (B.A.R.K.9)! Learn more about BARK 9 at www.instagram.com/b.a.r.k9 Learn more about The Friends of Sawtooth Avalanche Center www.friends.sawtoothavalanche.com

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INTRO TO AVALANCHES PRESENTATION FRIENDS OF SAWTOOTH AVALANCHE CENTER

Join the Friends of the Sawtooth Avalanche Center for a 90 minute presentation based on the Know Before You Go platform, introducing basic concepts about snow, avalanches, and traveling safely in and near avalanche terrain. Learn from the Friends of SAC instructor team of snow experts, mountain guides, and experienced avalanche educators. We invite everyone to join if you’re learning about avalanches for the first time or are a seasoned backcountry user ready for a yearly refresher.

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Brap Ski 4

Brap Ski 4 celebrates the 2 funnest sports on planet earth: brappin’ and skiin’ “Karl Fostvedt has been dropping “Brap Ski” films for almost half a decade. In that time, he’s come up with some down-right wild ideas. Last year, the crew skied through the Southern Utah desert, painting silky turns and finding airs amongst the red rock walls. This year, they (somehow) stepped it up by returning to old stomping grounds and finding new spots, too. Along with Thayne Rich, Addie and Toby Rafford, McRae Williams and more, Fostvedt cooked up a few of the best segments we’ve seen so far this fall. And yes, that includes the “Karl and Thayne throw tricks through actual fire” segment.” -Jordan Grant-Frenz (Freeskier)

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ENTER THE REEL ROCK UNIVERSE

A WORLD OF ADVENTURE AWAITS For two decades, Reel Rock has been sharing the biggest stories from the world of climbing, celebrating the human side behind the sport’s greatest adventures and achievements. This year, Reel Rock 19 brings a new selection of the best climbing films on tour worldwide. Founded in 2005 by Josh Lowell, Peter Mortimer, and Nick Rosen – creators of the iconic feature documentaries Valley Uprising, The Dawn Wall and The Alpinist – Reel Rock has grown into the premier global platform for award-winning climbing films.

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Teton Gravity Research’s ‘Beyond the Fantasy,’ 29th Annual Snow Film

29th Annual Snow Film Beyond the Fantasy is more than just a film; it’s a testament to the power of turning dreams into reality. Witness our athletes as they transform improbable mental images into breathtaking feats of athleticism and creativity. From the world’s most stunning mountain landscapes to the joyous absurdities that make riding on snow a way of life, this film is a celebration of the unbreakable bond that unites our community. Beyond the Fantasy is not rated. The film is suitable for all ages.