Tales from Planet Earth: Breaking Trail- Tuesday, February 8 Screening

1308 West Dayton Street,Madison WI 53715

08 February, 2022

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Join the Nelson Institute for a screening of the film Breaking Trail followed by a discussion with Emily Ford. We invite you to join the Nelson Institute for a screening and discussion of the film Breaking Trail, which follows Emily Ford as she becomes the first woman and person of color to embark on a thru-hike, or point to point, of the Ice Age Trail in winter. This Tales from Planet Earth Film Series event will feature a special discussion with Ford and Nelson Institute community partnership liaison, James Edward Mills. Together they will explore Ford’s journey with her sled dog Diggins and the ways this experience tested their endurance, while also showcasing the unexpected kindness of strangers. When: Tuesday, February 8 from 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. Where: Marquee Theater, UW Madison Union South We are excited to host two opportunities to view the film . The second screening will take place on Monday, February 7 at the UW Madison South Partnership Space, to increase access for our south Madison neighbors. Purchase tickets for this screening here. Thank you to the following organizations for generously providing financial support: Nelson Institute Center for Culture, History, and Environment (CHE) | Madison Parks Foundation | Outing Club Wisconsin Hoofers | Bradshaw Knight Foundation & James and Renee Knight | City of Madison Parks | Ice Age Trail Alliance | UW South Madison Partnership | UW Madison Arboretum| UW Madison Social Justice Hub Also in partnership with: The Joy Trip Project | Color in the Outdoors | Hike it Baby