Proceeds to benefit Bitterroot valley conservation efforts
Community members are invited to attend a special screening of Matchstick Productions’ adrenaline pumping 2025 documentary film “After the Snowfall” and connect over the conservation of access to outdoor recreation in the Bitterroot Valley.
Held on Saturday, November 22, 2025, at the Hamilton Eagles Lodge (125 N S 2nd Street), the event will kick off at 6 p.m. The night will include music by local DJ Cove Jasmine, great door prizes and raffles. Chili and drinks will be available for purchase. A special viewing of the 90-minute film begins at 7:30 p.m.
Proceeds will be donated to the Bitter Root Land Trust (BRLT), a local nonprofit organization that partners with private landowners to conserve water, wildlife habitat, working lands, and public access to outdoor recreation in the Bitterroot Valley. BRLT’S past recreation projects include Skalkaho Bend and Steve Powell Parks in Hamilton, C. Ben White Fishing Access Site and Trail in Conner, and the in-progress Groff Family Park in Victor.
Photo courtesy Bitter Root Land Trust.
Sponsored for the third year in a row by community member and longtime BRLT Board Member, Heather Menning, the film is expected to draw community members that enjoy skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, sledding – or, those that simply enjoy the beauty of a Bitterroot winter.
“As a ski fanatic, the excitement for snow—what many call ‘snow stoke’—is real, and the opportunity to create this evening for our community is a way I can help bring us together over a common love while supporting an organization I deeply believe in,” says Menning. “Outdoor recreation provides a critical heartbeat within the Bitterroot, and more chances to connect over our shared passions is something I will continue to pursue. By hosting this event, we not only celebrate our love for the outdoors but also raise funds to support our local land trust, ensuring that these open spaces remain available for everyone in our community. This family-friendly event aims to bring together outdoor enthusiasts of all ages for an evening of inspiration and community support. Whether you’re a seasoned winter sports lover or simply curious about local conservation efforts, the screening offers a unique opportunity to learn more about the impact of land stewardship in the Bitterroot Valley.”
According to the film’s promotional materials, “’After the Snowfall’ features on-location shooting from the North American Rockies to the Norwegian Alps and Alaska to Myoko, Japan. It is a celebration of skiing in its purest form, chronicling the world’s best athletes and everyday skiers as they chase snow, risk it all, and find joy in the mountains. From deep powder mornings in Japan to pond skimming in California, the film explores what skiing brings to our lives. With a blend of jaw-dropping action, heartfelt storytelling, ‘After the Snowfall’ is a reminder that skiing is more than a sport; it is a way of life.”
BRLT Communications Director, Stephanie Sipe, says, “BRLT is delighted to be able to connect with our community over a shared love of outdoor winter recreation, thanks to Heather’s vision to bring this film to the Bitterroot. We live and work in a place that provides year-round, world-class recreational opportunities right outside our front door. Our community makes protecting these opportunities possible, so that future generations will still be able to experience the same trails, natural beauty, wildlife, and open scenery many years from now. We invite you to join us for what is sure to be a great, action-packed evening.”
Tickets are for sale online for $17.85 and should be purchased in advance. Tickets and film trailer can be found on the BRLT website, bitterrootlandtrust.org. All ages are welcome.
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