What we’re about
Welcome, Florida adventurers and explorers far and wide! There is so much in Florida to enjoy, learn, and explore!
We have many different events and trips: hiking, biking, kayaking, and camping throughout the year all over Florida. Some are guided events by ecologists, along with talks and discussions. Join us today
FIELD TRIPS LAND & WATER
Take a journey into Florida's natural surroundings. We want you to become empowered about environmental issues in Florida. Our field trips (guided by FEFF volunteers and members) will show how Florida's biodiversity works. We hope they inspire and engage in a lifestyle change that benefits the environment so that Florida's Gulf Coast remains a viable place to live for generations.
Outings are generally free; you are to pay fees that may involve rentals (kayaks/bikes) or park entrance fees.
LAND AND WATERSHED CLEANUPS
Land & Watershed Cleanup is a volunteer cleanup program facilitating "hands-on" participation in managing Florida land and lakes, rivers, and coastal sites. Participants will be trained & coordinated through FEFF.
We will work with other local environmental organizations. All trash from the cleanups will be taken to collection sites every month.
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BOOK CIRCLE CONVERSATIONS
We highlight a book, then another, and another. Our event will be hosted and virtual.
It's about reading and sharing your finds with a circle of people (make friends and invite friends) with a craving for conversations (like-minded or not) to learn, understand, and nourish Florida's uniqueness through books.
It's about having a dialogue about the climate crisis we are all facing worldwide. We all need to feel heard, express ourselves, learn, and share. We all need to feel empowered by each other. It takes a village; here, at FEFF, it starts with a circle. Join us.
ENVIRONMENTAL FILMS FESTIVALS & DISCUSSIONS
These environmental films and discussions would advance the education of these communities with knowledge on environmental issues and viable enhancements regarding the Florida weather, its open land, wildlife, and waters — the very reasons we all live here.
We're an environmental-enthusiast non-profit called Florida Environmental Film Festival (FEFF), hosting events on various outdoor and environmental topics. We advocate for broadening knowledge of Florida's amazing environment—all of Florida's beautiful wildlife, wilderness, and coastal areas. You can join us in person or at one of our virtual festivals on the events page and online at www.thefeff.org.
***Any Donation made here does not go to Elizabeth G. as it is posted on the donation button. She is hosting our events, and all donations made go directly into The Florida Environmental Film Festival bank account for our events. The Florida Environmental Film Festival is a 501 (c)(3) A Not-For-Profit Tax-Exempt Florida Corporation.
Upcoming events (1)
See all- FEFF 2024 NOV 8-17, Virtual Florida Environmental Film FestivalLink visible for attendees
So get out the POPCORN. We have some incredible films to watch.
RSVP for FREE!We know you are busy like we are...so we made it so you can watch, stop, and come back to these films all day (24/10), anytime you have time until the event ends.
You'll need to RSVP to watch the films.
RSVP for free: https://www.thefeff.org/florida-environmental-film-festival-eventsFlorida Environmental Film Festival
Our online film festival will showcase films from local and international filmmakers, all addressing environmental issues that could impact Florida and the rest of the world.All films are available all day, only for the duration of the festival.
FEFF Films
Here are the event details: You must use a link (with a passcode for some of the films), which we will send you on the morning of the festival. RSVP for free: https://www.thefeff.org/florida-environmental-film-festival-events
You'll need to RSVP to watch the films.Here are the event details: You must use a link (and passcode for some of the films), which we will send you on Friday, NOV 8, 2024.
4Caves 4Seasons
Director Nikolas Margaritis (29:17 Min) Greece
Greece is known for its pristine Waters and history.
The dive into four unique caves of the Peloponnese and film karst springs, rooms with cave themes of several meters, narrow siphons with sedimentary rocks, and well-hidden rooms untouched over the millennia. Arcadian mountains to the spring of the ancient Inachos River through a route that reveals to us the geological history of our watersThe Monarch Altra
Director Rodney Fuentes (51:00 Min) Canada
Deeply concerned about the steep decline of insect pollinators due to devastating environmental impacts, a group of runners trace the migration path of the monarch butterflies across three countries as they organized a 4,300 kilometer relay run, aiming to raise awareness for pollinator conservation.The Cyprus Bycatch Project
Director Constantinos Christou (13.29 Min) Cyprus
Bycatch, the accidental capture of non-target species in fishing gear, is a major issue in Cyprus. This can have serious consequences for both the marine ecosystem and the fishing industry, leading to declines and potentially even extinction. In addition to the environmental consequences, bycatch can also have economic impacts on the fishing industry.Gardening for the Planet
Director Joanne L. Hershfield (58:00 Min) United States
Climate change is a global crisis, and "Gardening For the Planet," a one-hour documentary directed by Joanne Hershfield, offers a compelling call to action. This film showcases the potential of native plant gardening to significantly combat climate change and urges viewers to make a difference.Weathering Tides: Saving the Black Rail
Director Andy Johnson (13:36 Min) United States
The Eastern Black Rail is a federally Endangered and extremely secretive marsh bird, found primarily along the mid-Atlantic and Southeast coast of the United States. Habitat loss from development and sea-level rise inundation has reduced populations by 90% since the 1990s. Without intervention, the remaining east coast population is projected to be extirpated before 2070.Built to last: Buyer Beware
Director George Siegal (1:14:14 Min) United States
Built to Last: Buyer Beware. Narrated by award winning actor Dylan Baker, the film exposes the negligence and lack of accountability within the building industry, presenting a stark contrast between homes that fail under stress and those that stand the test of time. Through interviews with experts, builders, and affected homeowners, Built to Last: Buyer Beware not only highlights the flaws in the current system but also provides valuable insights and solutions for future homebuyers and policymakers.From Land To River
Director Lauren Barnett, Michel Thoma (12:34 Min) United States
In this film, we’ve created a snapshot of the work of the Subalusky Lab at the University of Florida, showcasing the research team’s insights on animals and their greater impacts on
various ecosystems. Ultimately, the film calls on viewers to consider the broader implications of environmental research and conservation, and how they can support or contribute to the cause even if it just means adopting a new perspective. We aim to inspire, inform, and ignite a commitment to environmental stewardship among our viewers.Chasing The Tide
Director Jay Kleberg, Chrissy Kleberg (27:00 Min / First Episode ) United States
Chasing the Tide joins adventurers Chrissy and Jay Kleberg on an unprecedented expedition along Texas’ 370 miles of barrier islands. This 21-day hike explores one of the most biologically diverse coastlines in North America and efforts to balance economic growth and healthy wildlife populations. The entire series is viewable on PBS.
