Boating Safety by Rylee Christensen
This film was made in Valdez by Rylee Christensen. It explores the essential topic of boating safety, emphasizing the importance of preparation and awareness on the water. The film provides practical advice on what to do and bring to ensure a safe and enjoyable boating experience.
Through interviews with local community members, the film shares their thoughts on key aspects of boating safety, including tips for staying prepared and avoiding common risks. Their insights highlight the critical role of safety measures in protecting lives and fostering a culture of responsibility on Alaska’s waters.
Classroom Guide
Workshop Info
See Stories led film workshops with youth in six Prince William sound communities in 2016 (Cordova, Whittier, Nanwalek, Tatitlek, Valdez, and Chenega Bay) with generous funding and support from the Prince William Sound Science Center (PWSSC). The PWSSC wanted to support youth to create films on their communities' profound and changing relationship to the ocean 25 years after the Exxon Valdez Oil Spill (EVOS). The films created during these workshops focus primarily on vibrant cultural and personal connections to water, and some of them explore the tragedy of EVOS and the long-standing impacts that ripple through to the present moment.
More videos from this workshop:
The 1989 Exxon Valdez Oil Spill
This powerful documentary explores the devastating effects of the 1989 Exxon Valdez oil spill, one of the worst environmental disasters […]
The Exxon Valdez Oil Spill around Tatitlek
This film takes a deep look at how the 1989 Exxon Valdez oil spill devastated subsistence life in the villages […]
The Exxon Valdez Oil Spill by Cynna Evanoff
This film explores the lasting impact of the 1989 Exxon Valdez oil spill on the people of Prince William Sound, […]
The Oil Spill Story
This film captures the devastating effects of the Exxon Valdez oil spill on Alaska’s communities, wildlife, and way of life. […]
The Story About Fishing
This film follows Jonathan’s journey to learn more about the salmon run at Head of the Bay, a key event […]
The Valdez Marine Food Web
This film explores the marine food web in Valdez, Alaska, showing how all sea life—from the tiniest plankton to the […]
Zooplankton
This film dives into the important role of zooplankton—tiny sea creatures that form the foundation of the ocean’s food chain. […]
The Whittier Harbor by Austin Ellis
This film explores Whittier Harbor, a vital part of life in this small Alaska town. The harbor is more than […]
The World in Whittier
This film explores the heart of Whittier, Alaska, a small but beautiful town that has become home to people from […]
The World of Whittier
This film explores the unique and welcoming town of Whittier, Alaska, where people from all over the world come together […]
Water Traditions Dasia Gall
An interview with residents sharing their traditions and connections to water—whether through fishing, harvesting, or other cultural practices. This film […]
Whittier School Rocks
A glimpse into the learning process of stop animation by Whittier Students.
Land Acknowledgement
This video was filmed on Alutiiq (Sugpiaq) Land. Learn more about land acknowledgements at native-land.ca.