‘Salmon Forest’ is featured film at Dragonfly Cinema | Kitsap Week


August 17, 2012 · Updated 2:23 PM 

PORT ORCHARD — The Sustainable Cinema Series features “Salmon Forest” Aug. 23, 6:30 p.m. at Dragonfly Cinema, 822 Bay St., Port Orchard.

In the film of Canada’s Pacific Coast, biologist Dr. Tom Reichen reveals the secrets of why black and grizzly bears fish at night. Entomologist Dr. Neville Winchester shares a look at strange-looking arthropods and insects that litter the forest canopy. The connection to the land and sea of the Gitga’at, a First Nations people, is featured as they perform their traditional Salmon Dance.

The series offers films to stimulate community discussion. County Commissioner Charlotte Garrido sponsors the series. A $5 donation is suggested.

 

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