Reel Earth Films

12/02/2025

On this Giving Tuesday, I wanted to share why Reel Earth Films is so important to me.

What you see in this photo is not just a collection of film projects. It is the heart of what we do. Reel Earth Films is more than a film organization. It is a conservation impact organization that exists to protect wildlife, uplift communities, and tell stories that move people to care.

Right now, we are supporting women who are leading a powerful citizen science initiative to protect our oceans through Matriarchs. We are helping raise awareness for burrowing owl conservation. We are working on a new film called Diaspora that explores Mexican gray wolves and the deeper, spiritual connection so many of us feel with them. We are telling a meaningful environmental story here in Arizona through Rising Together, focused on belonging, resilience, and the relationship between people and place.

And in addition to all of this, we are developing a major new project in Arizona that I cannot share publicly yet, but I believe it will be revolutionary for conservation storytelling in this state.

Reel Earth Films is small, but the vision is big. It is built on the belief that stories can protect wildlife, restore habitat, and bring people together to care about the natural world in a deeper way.

If you feel connected to this work and want to support it today, thank you. It means more than I can say. If you want to support this work on Giving Tuesday, it would mean a lot to me. Every bit of help goes directly into filming, conservation, and the impact programs behind these stories.

There is so much ahead, and I am grateful to have you here.

08/04/2025

5 years in the making.
Hundreds of hours spent in the field.
Countless cups of coffee at all hours of the day (and night).

And the hard work has paid off.

We are incredibly proud to share that our latest film, "Burrowing Owls: A Love Story," has been selected as a Finalist in the Innovation in Green Production category at this year’s Jackson Wild Media Awards.

From the very beginning, we set out to make a film that didn’t just document conservation, but actively participated in it. During production, we adopted a regenerative, low-impact approach to filmmaking:

We kept our crew small (often just 1–2 people) and worked locally in Umatilla County, Oregon.

Instead of hotels, we stayed in a decommissioned army bunkhouse, cutting lodging emissions and costs.

We powered our gear in the field using a solar battery system, no gas generators required.

We eliminated single-use plastics whenever possible, cooked on site, and followed a low-waste fieldwork protocol.

But the most meaningful part?

We helped install over 30 artificial burrows for wild owls while filming in Oregon over the span of our production, and more are on the way across the western United States as we roll our our Impact Strategy. Many of these burrows are now occupied by breeding pairs, directly supporting the species' recovery.

I’m so honored that Jackson Wild has recognized this work as an example of how filmmaking can reduce its footprint and leave something lasting behind.

Thank you to everyone who helped bring this story - and these incredible little owls - to life. A huge thank you to our Executive Producer Jim Lesperance for making this film possible.

05/13/2025

Exciting News!!!

Our award-winning short film "Welcome Home" will be publicly released this Friday, May 16, in honor of Endangered Species Day.

The film recently won Best Conservation Film at the The Portland EcoFilm Festival. Executive produced by the Endangered Species Coalition, this story highlights habitat restoration, community action, and what it means to help endangered species return to the places they once called home.

This is a moment to build awareness and inspire action. Share the film, host a home screening, and join the movement to protect wildlife and wild places.

04/22/2025

This Earth Day, we’re not just raising awareness. We’re fueling real change.

At Reel Earth Films, we believe powerful stories can do more than inspire. They can fund habitat restoration, equip field scientists, and amplify the voices of conservationists working on the frontlines.

Every film we produce is tied to real-world impact, transforming emotion into action and directly supporting the people protecting our planet.

We’re building a new model where storytelling, philanthropy, and conservation come together to create lasting results.

This Earth Day, we’re hopeful. Because the future of our planet isn’t just something to watch. It’s something we can all help shape.

Join us. www.reelearthfilms.org

03/24/2025

Conservation funding is broken... and we're fixing it.

Most wildlife films stop at awareness, but we’re taking it further. Imagine if a film about cheetahs didn’t just tell their story, but actively helped stop the illegal trafficking of cubs and funded research to boost wild populations. This is the future of conservation storytelling.

For too long, conservationists have struggled for funding while their work protects ecosystems and biodiversity. At Reel Earth Films, we’re closing that gap. Our films don’t just highlight conservation issues... they drive direct impact. Every project we produce is tied to an impact campaign that delivers funding, equipment, and resources to the scientists and organizations on the frontlines.

Imagine if a documentary about wolves didn’t just follow their journey, but helped secure protected corridors so they could reclaim their historic territories.

Imagine if a film about marine life didn’t just expose threats to our oceans, but provided coastal communities with the resources they need to protect critical habitats.

Imagine if every wildlife film wasn’t just a call to action, but the action itself.

This is the model we’re building. We’re not waiting for change, we’re creating it.

If you believe in a future where storytelling fuels real conservation, join us. Share our mission, support our work, or reach out to get involved.

03/10/2025

At Reel Earth Films, we're not simply telling stories — we’re creating a future where conservation is prioritized, and wildlife thrives. Our films shine a light on the most pressing environmental challenges of our time, but we know that awareness alone isn't enough. It's the action that follows that will truly change the world.

We’re committed to building a sustainable future for wildlife by supporting the scientists, researchers, and conservationists who are working on the ground every day. Through strategic funding, providing crucial resources and equipment, and offering educational tools, we empower those who are making the most direct impact in protecting our planet.

But we can't do it alone. We need visionary investors and philanthropists who understand the power of impact-driven storytelling and are ready to be a part of something far greater than just financial support. This is an opportunity to leave a lasting legacy — not just in film, but in the preservation of our natural world.

We’re looking for partners who are as passionate about change as we are. Together, we can create a ripple effect that will shape the future of conservation, providing lasting solutions for wildlife and ecosystems in need.

Join us. Help us turn this movement into a global force for good. Together, we can make an unparalleled impact on the world’s most critical conservation issues. 🌍💚

02/02/2025

"Did you know? 🤔 Burrowing owls exhibit fascinating behaviors, such as displaying a variety of unique calls, and nesting in underground burrows. Our film 'Burrowing Owls: A Love Story' uncovers these charming traits and highlights our collaboration with the Global Owl Project to help with burrowing owl conservation. Discover the unique world of these resilient creatures. Albatross World Sales

02/01/2025

"Burrowing Owls: A Love Story" 🦉💛 As we wrap up our latest film, we're excited to share the incredible journey of these charming owls. Our partnership with the Global Owl Project has led to the installation of artificial burrows across the west, helping stabilize their populations amidst habitat loss. Discover the heartwarming story of resilience and love as these owls face the ever present and growing threat of habitat loss. Albatross World Sales

01/31/2025

Trailblazing for Conservation! 🚶‍♂️🌿 Our trail cameras have captured more than just beautiful wildlife; they've provided crucial data that helps us protect these incredible creatures. Thanks to your support, we provided trail cameras to researchers documenting wolverines in the Wallowa Mountains while producing "The Lone Wolverine of the Wallowas", aiding in their conservation and habitat protection. Stay tuned for more updates on our journey!

12/01/2024

Giving Tuesday is just around the corner, and it would mean the world to have your support this giving season. We've been working hard to build this organization into an entity that not only produces amazing films about nature that raise awareness, but more importantly - gives back to nature in unique and powerful ways.

This year, we're raising funds to tell several incredible stories and to support the research and work of a few amazing people and organizations. We're developing projects around Mexican gray wolves, another around an incredible group of women working with orca, a film for the Phoenix Zoo, and finishing a documentary about western burrowing owls (which could be listed as endangered soon).

Every year we spend so much time and money on Black Friday sales and Cyber Monday deals. We all feel good getting a good deal don't we? But what if we put some of that money towards a good cause? What if some of that money went towards supporting imperiled wildlife by giving to Reel Earth Films and seeing it truly make a difference? How good would it feel to see your donation go towards making a difference for wolves, orca, burrowing owls, and other incredible species?

Consider making a donation to Reel Earth Films this giving season, whether it's Giving Tuesday or not - your support can make an impact for wildlife.

(If you'd like to give in a more powerful and impactful way, please don't hesitate to send us a message! Lets talk about making a difference for wildlife conservation!)

10/30/2024

Based on the Sonoran Desert, we have an endless supply of incredible sunsets to discover in our own backyard! In addition to enjoying some of natures dazzling sunset displays, we’re currently working on several amazing films we can’t wait to share with all of you! Stay tuned!

09/17/2024

Pretty excited to share our latest show reel showcasing our current work through 2024. Reel Earth Films promotes wildlife conservation by creating films that nurture the human connection to nature, spread awareness about life-threatening challenges facing species worldwide, and advance environmental activism and research. We tell authentic stories about nature and the real impact humans make on the environment.

We generate tangible support for wildlife conservation.
We strive for excellence in our ethics and in the quality of our films.
We support the well-being of all life on earth.
We empower individuals, organizations, and communities to take a stand for nature.

Footage from our current catalogue of work:
"Gray Area: Wolves of the Southwest"
"The Lone Wolverine of the Wallowas"
"75: The Story of the Southern Residents"
"Welcome Home"
"Burrowing Owls: A Love Story"
"Various Stock Assignments"

Our Cinematographers:
Alan Lacy
Chris Fischer
Jonny Brandt
Dean Cannon
Jim Lesperance
Scott Shively
Chris Emerick

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