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The Grey Sauble Conservation Foundation is hosting their 6th annual Earth Film Festival at the Roxy Theatre in Owen Sound on Thursday, Apr. 20.

The theme for this year’s festival is a chilly one, highlighting the southernmost continent, Antarctica and will feature the New Zealand produced movie Antarctica from Above. Filmed with drones, helicopters, and industry-leading cinematography, this movie provides an interesting and dramatic view of the mysterious Antarctic landscape. 

A presentation by marine biologist and local artist, Sarah McComb-Turbitt will also be featured sharing stories of living amongst penguins on a sub-Antarctic island! Explore the lifecycle and behaviours of Gentoo penguins with Sarah and learn how they prepare their nests for new chicks arriving in the colony.   

Schools are invited to attend the matinee presentations at 10:00 a.m. and 12:45 p.m. The evening presentation is open to the public and starts with a social, displays, silent auction, and draw prizes at 6:00 p.m. with the film commencing at 7:00 p.m.

All funds raised from this event will benefit local conservation projects and student education grants supported by the Grey Sauble Conservation Foundation. 

Tickets are $25 for the evening presentation and the school matinees are $5. Tickets can be purchased through The Roxy Theatre: 519.371.2833 or www.roxytheatre.ca.

The Grey Sauble Conservation Foundation was established in 1993 and is a federally registered, charitable, not-for-profit organization that raises money to assist the Grey Sauble Conservation Authority (GSCA) fund programs and projects. The Foundation offers opportunities for the public to actively participate in conserving and enhancing the natural heritage that exists within the GSCA watershed.

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source: media release, GSCF