Sustainability Movie Night - LISTERS: A Glimpse Into Extreme Birdwatching

Two brothers learn about birdwatching by spending a year living in a used minivan, traveling across the US to see as many birds as they can.
About this Event

An irreverent, hilarious, and wildly entertaining road-trip adventure to inspire you to get outside and appreciate birds.

To celebrate fall bird migration the City is hosting a FREE screening of LISTERS: A Glimpse Into Extreme Birdwatching.

The feature-length film follows director Owen Reiser and his brother Quentin on their 2024 attempt to break the 'Big Year' record for the Lower 48 by seeing well over 700 bird species. The catch? The brothers know nothing about birds or how to find them.

Film Rating & Intended Audiences

This is a great film for environment stewards in need of a good laugh. However the film does use strong language and is rated mature (ages 17+). To accommodate parents of young children, a Parent's Night Out program for kids will be hosted concurrently at Talley Recreation Center the evening of the event. Use this link to register your kids for Parent's Night Out:

What to expect:

• Complimentary Non-Alcoholic Beverages
• Snacks (for your post-work cravings)
• Beer/Wine Bar (for purchase)
• Q & A Panel with local birders and environmental organizations
• Simple steps to create native habitats at home
• Actions you can take to support birds

Co-organized by Sustainable Frederick, City of Frederick Parks & Recreation,

Agenda

🕑: 05:00 PM - 05:30 PM
Meet & Mingle with Environmental Nonprofits
🕑: 05:30 PM - 07:30 PM
Documentary Showing
🕑: 07:30 PM - 07:45 PM
Reflections and Q & A