Tales from Planet Earth – Blackwaters: Brotherhood in the Wild
“Where do I, as a Black man, fit in nature?” “How do we hold space in nature for our next generation of young men?” These are some of the questions posed by the new documentary Blackwaters: Brotherhood in the Wild, which follows five men with five unique perspectives as they embark on a fly-fishing adventure in the Gates of the Arctic Circle National Park. For each of the men, nature has been a source of healing, and self-fulfillment and inspiration, particularly around the topic of representation in the outdoors.
The Nelson Institute’s Tales from Planet Earth film series is thrilled to host the cast of Blackwaters as they engage with the Madison campus and community, share their experiences, and offer free film screenings.
Join us on September 16, 17, or 18 for a free screening of the film and a chance meet the cast, including:
- Chad Brown, director and creative director, adventure photographer, cinematographer, and founder of Love is King
- James Edward Mills, producer and founder of the Joy Trip Project
- Jahmicah Dawes, owner and CEO of Slim Pickins Outfitters
- Nic Brooks, founder and CEO of Outdoor Gear and Beer, LLC
- Alex Bailey, founder and executive director of Black Outsince, Inc.
Schedule
Attendance is free for all events; secure your spot as seats are limited. Questions? Contact us at events@nelson.wisc.edu.
Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023
6:30–8 p.m.
UW South Madison Partnership
2238 S. Park Street
Madison
Join us for a screening of Blackwaters: Brotherhood in the Wild, followed by a Q & A with the cast.
This event is hosted by the UW Odyssey Project and the UW South Madison Partnership.
Sunday, Sept. 17, 2023
5–8 p.m.
Lussier Family Heritage Center
3101 Lake Farm Road
Madison
Join us from 5 to 6:30 p.m. for fly fishing demonstrations, a fishing gear display from the DNR Fishmobile, and more! Free pizza will be served. Afterward, catch the screening of Blackwaters: Brotherhood in the Wild and Q & A with the cast from 6:30 to 8 p.m.
This event is hosted by Dane County Parks and the Foundation for Dane County Parks.
Want to fly fish? Dane County Parks is hosting a morning of fly fishing instruction before the movie screening.
Monday, Sept. 18, 2023
6:30–8 p.m.
Marquee Cinema at Union South
1308 W. Dayton Street
Madison
Join us for a screening of Blackwaters: Brotherhood in the Wild, followed by Q & A with the cast.
Contributing Partners
About Tales from Planet Earth
Tales from Planet Earth is a film series hosted by the Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies. These free viewings are selected to feature compelling narratives to the work of scholars and community organizations who advocate for environmental and social justice. Originally a film festival, Tales from Planet Earth has evolved into a community based, interactive engagement and learning experience.
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