The community is invited to join free community film screening and discussion of "Chehalis: A Watershed Moment" directed by Shane Anderson and Jesse Andrew Clark.
The screening and discussion will be held from noon to 3 p.m. Monday, Nov. 16, in Room 122 at the TransAlta Commons on the Centralia College Campus.
"Chehalis: A Watershed Moment," released in 2020, explores the challenges facing the Chehalis River Basin, including increasing flood events, declining salmon populations and difficult decisions about how communities should respond to a changing climate.
The documentary examines diverse perspectives from tribal nations, scientists, conservationists, public officials and residents.
The film asks a critical question: How can communities balance flood protection, ecological restoration and the preservation of a vital watershed for future generations?
This special screening and community conversation focuses on the future of the Chehalis River Basin, climate resilience, flood management, salmon recovery and the communities that depend on this vital watershed.
The featured speaker will be Paul Bakke, a river scientist and certified geologist with more than 30 years experience in geomorphology and hydrology.
Discussion topics:
• The history and future of the Chehalis River Basin
• Flooding, climate change and community resilience
• Salmon recovery and habitat protection
• Tribal perspectives and stewardship
• Local solutions for a sustainable watershed
This event is hosted by the Centralia College Sustainability Committee and the Chehalis River Allies.
