UW Haub School’s Annual Wild and Working Lands Film Festival seeks submissions

The University of Wyoming is alerting film makers that The Haub School of Environment and Natural Resources at UW is now accepting submissions for the fourth annual Wild and Working Lands Film Festival, which will be held in Laramie next March. Deadline to submit films is Monday, Jan. 20.

According to UW, The Haub School invites anyone who is interested to submit a short film – up to 20 minutes in length – that explores the intricate connections between humans and the landscapes where they dwell, work and play. Submissions could share stories about hunting, fishing, ranching, farming, conservation, outdoor recreation, energy development or other topics.

Submission details are available by clicking here.

“Wyoming’s wild and working lands bring its people together,” Dean of the Haub School John Koprowski said. “Living in Wyoming inherently means having a bond with our expansive landscapes, where we reside, work, raise our families, create memories with loved ones and reflect on the deeper questions of life. We are excited to honor the wide range of values and relationships with our lands through the art of film.”

A panel of independent volunteer judges will review all submissions in January to narrow the pool. The festival organizing committee then will review that pool to make final selections of which films to accept and to create the festival program.

The University reports the organizers hope to create a Wyoming-focused event and invite submissions from UW, community colleges, independent filmmakers and nonprofit organizations across the state and beyond. They also welcome films from outside Wyoming that can inform the experiences of those living in the High Plains and Mountain West. In addition to the in-person screening of selected films in Laramie, organizers aim to hold screenings around Wyoming.

“Film has a unique ability to convey stories and spark new ideas,” Anastasia Brady, one of the festival organizers, said. “Our goal for this festival is to showcase fresh perspectives on the connections between people and our landscapes. We hope the audience leaves feeling both inspired and moved.”

For more information about the festival, click here.