The southern Appalachian Mountains are a true biodiversity hotspot and home to a breathtaking number of species. Beneath the surface of these winding streams, life abounds. Few witness its beauty. Why? Because these vibrant ecosystems remain hidden beneath rushing currents and dancing ripples.
Now’s your chance to dive into this unseen world! Join us for a special screening of Hidden Rivers, awe-inspiring documentary by Freshwaters Illustrated that unveils the secret lives of our state’s aquatic inhabitants.
Experience the spectacle of breeding migrations, intricate courtships, and mind-blowing adaptations that make these waters so special. Be inspired to protect these fragile ecosystems and hear firsthand from fisheries and wildlife biologists working to conserve the species that call them home. Don’t miss this chance to explore, learn, and be inspired to take action!
Through films, art, literature, and lived stories, Earthwise invites participants into deeper engagement with both land and legacy. It is a space for those who believe that ecological understanding is not just science—it’s story, memory, movement, and art.
