Local surfer/snowboarder/skater looking to perform original and cover music at ANY social event on Vancouver Island (art shows, sporting events, bars, cafes...). Lot's of experience. Independent. www.myspace.com/samthejet email - Brendan Russell - Vancouver Island
the new “CANCER to CAPRICORN” REEF Surf movie
just released, the new “Cancer to Capricorn” Reef Surf movie.
GONE! All the DVD's are in the mail and postmarked May/03/2010
Runman’s Groms: Lil Ray n his Frenz at the Vancouver Festival of Ocean Films on Saturday, April 17
PRESS RELEASE FROM RUNMAN – 4-14-2010
Straight outta the Pacific, Runman’s Groms: Lil Ray n his Frenz will be presented at the Vancouver Festival of Ocean Films on Saturday, April 17.
The award-winning, eight-minute movie about “Lil Ray the grom, other groms, and adults that act like groms” includes Titus Kinimaka, Andy and Bruce Irons, Dustin Barca, Koa Smith, Alana Blanchard, Bethany Hamilton will be featured on Saturday, April 17 at the V.F.O.F. This is Canada’s only saltwater themed film festival and will be showing a wide range of ocean-related movies at The Hollywood Theatre on 3123 West Broadway in Vancouver.
Timmy Curran Releases New Album VerseS & Set To Release New Surf Film:The Union Express
TIMMY CURRAN RELEASES SOPHOMORE ALBUM
After three years of worldwide touring with artists such as Foo Fighters, Incubus, Switchfoot and Angels & Airwaves, Timmy Curran is set to release his sophomore album titled VerseS. Recorded in the rolling hills of Ventura at Brotheryn studios, VerseS has been described by Curran as his most intimate and personal album yet. Known for his unique guitar and vocal stylings, Curran partnered with producer, Todd Hannigan, whose specialty is pairing an artist’s musical character to their own unique personality. The track titled "If I Only Had A Way" was kept solo acoustic, similar to his first musical recordings. VerseS goes beyond Curran’s trademark guitar and offers listeners songs accompanied by piano (“Castle" and "Crazy Love"), electric guitar ("Believe", "Forever" and "Swim") and a unique song accompanied by the harp ("January"). “Variety was important to me on this album. My music is evolving and I want the listeners to come on that journey with me. I was inspired by all different types of music and I hope it will show in this album.” said Curran. VerseS will be released under his own indie label, Citsuca Music. "I just wanted to put this album out under my own little label for now, keep it simple and be able to keep track of what's going on." VerseS is going to be a digital only release worldwide.
Currans debut album Word Of Mouth saw strong international success in countries like Japan and Australia, especially due to the fact that he decided to release the album worldwide for free. In doing so, Curran has had a great underground following and support at his shows. Word Of Mouth was re-released on Adeline Records in 2008 and achieved major success with the single "Blue Eyes", which made the top 20 on VH1 countdown. "Lonely" another track from Word Of Mouth was featured in the trailer for the hit movie "Marley & Me". VerseS will be available on itunes March 10th.
Timmy will be touring VerseS along with his new surf film "The Union Express". In addition to recording his latest album, Curran has also been filming up and down the coast of California for the last 2 years. "The Union Express" directed by Josh Landan, is a film about Curran travelling by train and surfing with friends from San Francisco to San Diego in their hometowns. The film stars along with Curran, Dane Reynolds, Rob Machado, Taylor Knox, Damien Hobgood, Nathaniel Curran and many many more. Be sure to visit timmycurran.com or myspace.com/timmycurran for tour dates and trailers of VerseS and "The Union Express" touring this April & May.
OceanGybe Presentations around Victoria/Vancouver
Oct-Nov, 2009
OceanGybe Presentations
For all of you who are around Vancouver/Victoria, BC, Canada; the OceanGybe crew will be doing a series of public events to help spread our message of plastic pollution in our oceans and raise funds for a western Canada high/junior school tour in the Fall '10. These have been long promised and now they are coming !
An introduction to OceanGybe:
The OceanGybe Expedition is a global sustainable sailing expedition to explore the remote coastlines of the world, in search of adventure and garbage. Our goal is to bring awareness to the vast tracts of undocumented ocean pollution that afflicts every coastline and affects the peoples who depend on them for survival. Over the past two years, Hugh Patterson, Ryan and Bryson Robertson have been sailing around the world documenting the polluted state of our oceans and the isolated beaches due to plastic and other detritus. They have sailed some 45 000 ocean km, visited almost 30 different countries, crossed the three major oceans of the world and presented their findings and ocean conservation message to thousands of school children globally.
Details for Vancouver/Victoria below:
On Oct 21st, we have an exclusive limited-numbers Presentation, Slideshow and Meet/Greet at Delany's Coffee House, Park Royal, North Vancouver. Artisan Farmstead Wines (www.farmsteadwines.com), Delany's fine coffee and treats will be complimentary. Tickets are $25 and available at Delany's Coffee house, hugh.m.patterson@gmail.com This email address is being protected from spam bots, you need Javascript enabled to view it or at the door. Get them early for this limited numbers event. The show will begin at 7:30pm and will last until questions and stories run out.
On Oct 27th, we will be at Chivana's Resto Launge in Kitsilano (2340 W 4th - above the Apple Shop) for another show. Tickets available through Chivana or hugh.m.patterson@gmail.com This email address is being protected from spam bots, you need Javascript enabled to view it for $5; or $8 at the door on the night. We will begin the presentation and slideshow at approximately 7:30pm.
On Nov 4th, we will be in Victoria at the Sitka Surfboards Store (538 Yates Str), and Lucky Bar. The show starts at 6pm at Sitka, where we will be doing a slideshow, auction and meet/greet. This is also the Sitka Customer Appreciation Evening, so good to deals to be found on everything! At 8pm we will be wandering over to Lucky Bar for the OceanGybe Presentation part of the evening. At 10pm , we will slowly slide from the spotlight and the premier of “Modern Collective” will begin. Modern Collective is a new Taylor Steele globe-trotting movie event. Tickets are $10 and available from Sitka, or at the door; includes access to Canadian "Modern Collective" Premier.
Also at each show, we will be auctioning off a Sitka Surfboard and Clothing pack (www.sitkasurfboards.com), a Globe clothing pack (www.globe.tv), a Livity Clothing Pack (www.livity.org), a week of sailing on SV Khulula (www.oceangybe.com) and a series of incredible beautiful pictures from all over the world ! All proceeds will help fund a Western Canada junior/high school tour in the Fall ’10.
Come to learn, come to look, come to listen, come to have a good time...
Thanks
Bryson
Saviours & Bogus Tokus
playing free at Antisocial - Oct 30, 2009
SAVIOURS and BOGUS TOKUS ..... playing at ANTISOCIAL doors at 8:30pm - ALL AGES
how ?
i dont know ... but its going to be a pretty awesome beginning to HALLOWEEN WEEKEND........ hope to see you then
Pacific Rim Arts Society’s West Coast Vancouver Island Summer Festival
July 1-15, 2009
Tofino, Ucluelet and Clayoquot Sound, BC, June 25, 2009 – Pacific Rim Arts Society (PRAS), the non-profit society serving the districts of Tofino and Ucluelet, and First Nations communities in the Clayoquot Sound - Long Beach area on the West Coast of Vancouver Island, today announced the schedule for the multi-venue 2009 Summer Festival. The complete lineup, times, ticket and volunteering information can be found at HYPERLINK "http://www.pacificrimarts.ca/summerfest2009" www.pacificrimarts.ca/summerfest2009. Lineup highlights and performers include:
First Nations Country and Folk Musician Ed Peekeekoot
July 1st, 1:00 PM ? Village Green, Ucluelet
July 1st, 4:00 PM ? Village Green, Tofino
Halifax-based Indie Pop Duo Superfantastics with Tofino’s Smalltown Empire
July 2nd, 8:00 PM ? Harbour Lounge, Weigh West Marine Resort, Tofino.
Bassonist George Zukerman with Piano Player Leslie Janos
July 4th, 2:00 PM ? St. Aiden-on-the-Hill Church, Ucluelet
July 4th, 8:00 PM ? Clayoquot Sound Community Theater, Tofino
Classical, Hip-hop, Jazz String Trio Infinitus
July 7th, 1:00 PM ? Botanical Gardens, Tofino
July 7th, 7:00 PM ? Greenpoint Theatre, Pacific Rim National Park
Tla-o-qui-aht Tribal Parks Public Education Sessions and Performance - Traditional Artists, Wild Salmon Fund-Raiser Dinner and All Ages Beach Dance with Djs Ecos and Cherie Bomb
July 8th, 5:00 PM ?Tin Wis Resort, Tofino
Progressive Jazz and Afro-Caribbean Quartet Zapato Negro
July 9th, 8:00 PM ? Clayoquot Sound Community Theatre, Tofino
World Music and Dance Group Ache Brasil
July 10th, 7:00 PM ? USS Band Room, Ucluelet
Funk and World Music, Theatrical Performers SWARM with Tofino’s Shazam
July 12th, 8:00 PM ? Community Hall, Tofino
Guitarist and Singer David Ross MacDonald
July 14th, 8:00 PM - Darwin’s Cafe, Botanical Gardens, Tofino
DJ Roboforce with Synth-pop Group Tough Guys and Girls Cry
July 15th, 9:00 PM - Harbour Lounge, Weigh West Marine Resort, Tofino
Renowned Surf artist, Drew Brophy, to appear at HTO in Victoria
Canada’s oldest surf shop, HtO, invites you to come to the shop to watch renowned international surf artist Drew Brophy apply his talents to HtO’s Eagle in the City.
Eagles in the City is a fundraising initiative run by the BC Lions Society to support the BC Lions Society’s Easter Seal Services, an organization dedicated to helping children with disabilities throughout British Columbia.
A 7’6” fiberglass eagle will be the blank canvas for Brophy to create his work of art, which will be auctioned for charity at a gala event later in the year. All proceeds will be donated to charity, and the lucky bidder will have a unique piece of art and history to display at a location of their choice.
Drew Brophy will be working on the eagle at HtO Sun, Surf and Swimwear at 1314 Broad St. from June 19 – 21. Brophy will be coming up from California to donate his time and skills to make this project possible. Customers, tourists and Victorians and local surfers alike will be able to watch as Brophy creates his art before their eyes.
HtO has been part of the Victoria cityscape for 30 years, and continually contributes to local events and charities. It is our privilege to be a part of this project, and to be able to welcome a world-famous artist to our community.
We appreciated any help to ensure that this event is a positive and successful one. There will also be limited edition prints for sale and giveaways for spectators.
For more information about this event, please contact:
Mick Sheinberg
HtO : 250-920-5511
Shane Philip Returns to the Waverley Hotel, June 19
Swelling in primordial pulses and wholloping whoops, the tacit tones of Shane Philip's didgeridoo hold the power to still listeners into silence or encourage audiences to get up and fill the dance floor. Meanwhile his hands will be skilfully juggling between shaking up rhythms with his aslatua, driving the audience with his djembe and sliding out grooves on his Weissenborn-style guitar while his foot taps in earthshaking electronic kicks wherever they might fit. He is a one-man show weaving sounds that inspire audiences anywhere he goes.
Whether playing with spirited mayhem or with mellow gold, Shane Philip presents songs that are consistently well crafted and ultimately very dancy. He has played 3 sold out shows at the Waverley and thrilled audiences at summer festivals in Western Canada including last year's Big Time Out. Don't miss his Friday, June 19th gig at the Waverley... the Valley's favourite live music venue. Included in his performance will be a painting on canvas by David Oram during the show. This will be auctioned off at the end of the night.
Advance tickets are only $10 and available at Bop City Records in Courtenay, the Waverley and by phone at 250 336 8322. For further info visit waverleyhotel.ca. or call 250 898 1056.
The Big Time Out
Cumberland, Aug 15, 2009
Sam Roberts Band tops the bill at The Big Time Out 2009 June 6, 2009. Cumberland, BC.
The Big Time Out, Cumberland BC’s annual music extravaganza, has just announced its 2009 performers headlined by Juno-winner Sam Roberts. This year’s lineup is a carefully-selected mix of electro, soul, brass and old-fashioned rock, all united in the cause of great music.
At the top of the bill is Montreal rocker Sam Roberts and his band. Fresh from winning 2009 Juno awards for Artist of the Year and Rock Album of the Year, Sam Roberts’ driving and melodic tunes have been mainstays of summer mix tapes for almost a decade.
Sam Roberts broke on to the Canadian scene with The Inhuman Condition in 2001. The albums’ warm, infectious melodies made it an instant classic, led by the straight up hooks of Don’t Walk Away Eileen and Brother Down.
Roberts’ most recent album, Love at the End of the World, immediately grabbed the number one spot on the Canadian charts, and the lead single, Them Kids, was an instant hit.
Indie-sensation Mother Mother is returning to The Big Time Out as one of the most important new bands in Canada, quickly selling out the Commodore and with the first single from their new album getting heavily-playlisted everywhere. Originally from Quadra Island, the quintet quickly caught the eyes and ears of the public with their tight, cynically-sweet lyrics and intricate arrangements. The band deftly walks the line between complexity and pure pop, resulting in a totally unique and undeniably great sound.
Also returning to this year’s festival is Delhi 2 Dublin. The band’s hard-driving, high-energy and irresistible Celtic-Punjabi fusion is a perennial favourite in Cumberland. Delhi 2 Dublin first came together at the Vancouver Celtic Fest in 2006 and got national attention as part of 2007’s Canada Day celebrations on Parliament Hill. Delhi 2 Dublin’s five members perform with everything from the tabla to the fiddle to the laptop, remixing genres and cultures in the process.
Those who like their music big and brassy need look no further than another of the festival’s acts, the MarchFourth Marching Band. Calling the Portland-based group a band is an understatement; March Fourth’s 22 musicians are supplemented by four stilt walkers and a six-member female dance troupe. Fire breathing is also included.
Vancouver-based Sex With Strangers is covering the pure, unadulterated post-punk-indie-electro portion of the festival. Since being chosen by SPIN magazine as one of seven “undiscovered bands you should hear,” SWS has been confounding listeners and delighting audiences with their hyper-eclectic tracks and live show.
Mihirangi falls at the other end of the musical spectrum. Originally from New Zealand, Mihirangi brings funky, acoustic soul in a lush, rich and complex style. Her very unique show builds up intricate harmonies and tribal rhythms into soul-drenched bliss. On this tour she is joined by DJ Katch from Frankfurt. The chemistry between these two artists is exceptionally dynamic.
Toronto’s musical collective LAL is the final link in this year’s lineup. During their decade together, they’ve perfected a blend of South-Asian roots, West Indian fruits, and melancholic vocals with jazz sensibilities, hip hop influences, down tempo grooves, broken soul, and electro.
The Big Time Out takes place on Saturday, August 15 from 11am to 1am, and will include the legendary Union Saloon, the Chai tent, collaborative dance pieces, acrobatics, aerialists, vendors and non-stop music. Early bird tickets are available for $45 until June 21st and $55 until July 21, online or at Lyle’s Place on Yates St. They are also available by phone at 250 334 4885. Kids 12 and under are free when accompanied by an adult.
Complete festival details and online tickets can be found at
Cumberland Village Works was started in 2005 to bring music, culture and vibrant energy to the good people of the Comox Valley. Village Works won the Business of the Year Award, (shared with the Waverley Hotel) awarded by the Cumberland Chamber of Commerce in May, 2009. Village Works can be found at www.cumberlandvillageworks.com.
Performances by:
prox
soundstem
versus the nothing
sounds of suffocation
regnier
stella
savenone
hillstation
hodgee aka tha tr1psta w/ dro city
oj
all inclusive
the broke mahoneys
beyhond colour
doctor marples
johann holek
Harrison Music Festival
Extreme Safety Concerns Cause Harrison Music Festival Postponement
Harrison Music Festival organizers had to make an agonizing decision after extensive discussions with the Agassiz RCMP branch regarding spectator, band participants and vendor safety in the events remote area location. On the advisement of Sergeant Mike McCarthy and event consultants, the organizers have decided to postpone the event until a safer location has been selected.
The primary problem was the inability of emergency vehicles to access the originally selected area which was approximately 45 kilometers north east of Harrison Hot Springs. Along with that, Sergeant McCarthy pointed out how many accidents, some fatal, had happened on the hazardous road to the event site. To further compound the problems, cell phones don’t work in this area either which meant if someone was unfortunately injured, it would take at least an hour to get to professional medical assistance. Despite outstanding event organization and every effort to make it 100% safe, the organizing committee didn’t hesitate in postponing it.
A search is currently being conducted to locate a safe site that will hold as many as 2000, is easily accessed by emergency vehicle and spectators and guarantees everyone’s safety.
HOLD ON TO YOUR TICKETS & STAY TUNED FOR UPCOMING ANNOUNCEMENTS
Sounds Of Suffocation will be hosting the first annual Harrison Festival, let's make this the party of the year! Two nights of camping in the gorgeous summer weather with live music including rock, metal, techno, rap, punk, and acoustic. There will be a wet t-shirt competition and more.
May/19/2009 - Harrison Music Festival has been moved from 32 mile point to 40 mile point with permission from harrison, due to the fact of needing a bigger location. This spot has an amazing view! We will be sending out a map by the week with exact directions.
done deals
Nanaimo Flying Club Wings & Wheels 2009
JUNE 6th:“Show & Shine” cars 11-5.
Pilot events.
Info booths-B.C. destinations, aviation interests, air sports & event sponsors.
Static displays.
Prizes & Trophies.
Pig roast dinner/dance
(licensed) at 1830 hrs. Tickets $20 by May 19 or be hungry!! 1/2 price WAR BIRDS.
Arta Gallery and Jordan Junck present “submerged” an underwater series
OPENING NIGHT INVITE
Arta Gallery
suite 102, Building 9, 55 Mill St.
Toronto, On M5A 3C4
Saturday May 16, 6-8pm
View images at www.jordanjunck.com
Kelly Slater & Andy Irons in 'A Fly In The Champagne' : Canadian Premiere
Quiksilver has partnered with Billabong. Did you have to read that line again? Yes, we have come together to support our top team rider (Kelly Slater) who stars alongside Andy Irons in the movie A Fly In The Champagne. Both Quiksilver and Billabong are sponsors of this project and Transworld Surf is handling the distribution for Irons Brothers Productions who produced the film. Below are the details of the film and the Canadian premiere.
Canadian Premiere – Vancouver, BC
May 5, 2009
Tunnel Multi-Lounge 622 West Pender
Doors 9pm - Movie 9:30pm
The rivalry between Andy Irons and Kelly Slater has been one of folklore for a decade. The two most influential surfers of all-time have had a much-publicized dislike for each other over the years.
Irons Brothers Productions embarked on a two-week excursion to Indonesia with Andy and Kelly to capture what everyone thought could never happen, a trip together. What ensued was groundbreaking and captivating. Shot from land, boat, and water, Irons Brothers Productions captured history. This project was shot solely on HD and film cameras. With co-sponsoring from Quiksilver®, Billabong®, and Transworld Surf®, and featuring the 2 best surfers in the world, there is no doubt that this will be a highly successful project.
The April 2009 issue of Transworld surf is dedicated to this project and has not only some great images, but great insight into the project. Check it out!
http://www.ironsbrothersproductions.com/
VICTORIA, BC – April 10th – It's time to chase away the winter blues with a rockin' surf party, west-coast style! Surfing is Canada's fastest growing sport and people are flocking from all over the world to experience Vancouver Island's pristine Pacific waves. Canada's largest surfing contest, The Rip Curl Stew, held annually in Tofino, B.C., is only a few months away but on Friday, April 10th, Sugar Nightclub hosts the warmup event: The ST3W Pre Party.
Prepare for awesome live music submerged in a welcoming beach vibe and great prize handouts, including a wet suit raffle with proceeds going to Surfrider Foundation. Party-goers will get a feel for a surfing culture that embraces the green-thinking movement while witnessing some of the best musical talent from British Columbia.
Standout solo performances will rule The ST3W Pre Party. One of Victoria’s best new talents, Vince Vacarro, will open the show with a special acoustic performance, to feature songs from his self titled debut album, due out April 28 on Cordova Bay Records. Shane Philip follows and will definitely blow the attendees away with his one man band of over 40 different instruments. The night will crest with the well known surf rocker Daniel Wesley who maintains his strong North American following and is always a welcome presence in the Victoria music scene.
Not only will The Surfrider Foundation be receiving raffle draw proceeds but representatives from its Victoria chapter will be present at The ST3W Pre Party to provide information about their organization's efforts and to sign on new members. The Rip Curl Stew event is held every summer in Tofino, B.C. and attracts Canada’s best surfers to compete for prizes and bragging rights.
Date: Friday, April 10th 2009
Time: 9pm doors
Event Location: Sugar Night Club (858 Yates Street)
Tickets:$15.00 (Sold At: Sitka 538 Yates St. | Coastline 1417 Broad St. | 250-818-8954)
HtO Presents your chance to meet pro surfer and musician… Donavon Frankenreiter
One of the world’s legendary soul surfers/musician is making an appearance at HtO on Monday, March 2nd from 2-3pm before his concert that night. He will be signing cd’s, dvd’s, t’shirts (or anything really), and if we beg him (which we will) he’ll play a small private acoustic set.
So bring Dono’s new CD “Pass It Around” or whatever you want him to sign (ladies: sorry you must keep your shirts on) so you can take a little bit of this FUN-LOVIN’ HIPPY SOUL-SURFIN’ MUSICIAN home with you. Come early because as you know space is limited.
For any more info on the event join our facebook group page under HtO, call us (250-920-5511) email us (info@hto.ca) and we will see you there…(1314 Broad St., Victoria, B.C.)
To learn more about Donavon check out his website www.donavonf.com .
HtO 1314 Broad St., Victoria, B.C.
March 2nd
2-3pm
Donavon Frankenreiter @ HtO - Photos:Dean Azim
Donavon Frankenreiter is Coming to HTO!
VICTORIA, BC: The professional surfer and Lost Highway recording artist Donavon Frankeiter will be making an exclusive in-store appearance at HTO in Victoria, BC. One of surfing’s most recognizable personalities, Frankenreiter’s meteoric musical career has turned him into an international star. He will be at the shop from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. on March 2, to chill out, meet fans and sign copies of his new album, Pass It Around. And, if all goes well, he may be breaking out his guitar for an intimate acoustic set. HTO will also be selling tickets for Frankenreiter’s upcoming show at Element Nightclub.
HTO is Canada’s oldest surf shop, and its down-to-earth atmosphere is perfect for the event. It’s a unique chance to see Frankenreiter in a shop that has always strongly supported both artists and surfers. Pass It Around is promising to be his best album yet, produced by the Grammy-winning Joe Chiccarelli and recorded at Sunset Sound in Los Angeles, the same studio that once hosted Janis Joplin, Led Zeppelin and The Doors.
For more information, contact Mick Sheinberg at mick@hto.ca.
Courtenay - March 6, 2009, 7 PM
at the Stan Hagen Theatre, North Island College
Tickets $15. Get them @
Blue Toque Sports Swap (next to Mountain City Cycles, Downtown Courtenay)
PADDLING ABOVE THE 55TH PARALLEL One Women's Perspective Join author Laurel Archer on her adventures canoeing in Northern British Columbia. She will be presenting a slideshow at Ocean River Sports on February 11th based on her new guidebook, Northern British Columbia Canoe Trips: Volume One, published by Rocky Mountain Books. The presentation showcases eight routes covering eleven rivers all north of the 55th parallel. Many of the rivers are unknown gems and there are trips for paddlers of all skill levels and interests, whether it be whitewater thrills, alpine hiking, fishing or the natural and human history of northern BC waterways. Laurel, coming from Regina, Saskatchewan, has been a canoe guide and instructor for over 20 years, and has paddled every kind of watercraft known to woman. In them, she has paddled waterways from the Arctic to Honduras, Costa Rica, Belize, Thailand, Malaysia, India, Myanmar, Chile, Argentina, and Hawaii. In June 2007 she was inducted into the International Expl
February 11th, 2009
where: 1824 Store St- Victoria
contact: Ocean River Sports
phone: 250-381-4233
The Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour will exhilarate you with amazing big-screen stories when it comes to Vancouver over three evenings in December. Ignite your passion for adventure, action, and travel!
Best of Banff 2008
Hosted by The Alpine Club of Canada, Vancouver Section
Thurs Dec 4th
Kay Meek Centre
1700 Mathers Avenue, West Vancouver
Doors 6:30pm / Films 7:30pm
Fri Dec 5th - Sat Dec 6th
HollywoodTheatre NEW VENUE
3123 West Broadway, Vancouver
Doors 6:30pm / Films 7:30pm
Tickets:
At the Door: $18 at Kay Meek
$15 at Hollywood (cash only)
Outlets: $15 Mountain Equipment Co-op
130 West Broadway in Van
1341 Main Street in North Van
Online: $18 - For program details, see http://www.accvancouver.ca/
Journey to exotic locations, paddle the wildest waters, and climb the highest peaks. Be taken away to the most captivating places on earth. From the exploration of remote landscapes and mountain cultures to adrenaline-fueled action sports, films in this year¢s world tour are sure to amaze the explorer within you.
The 2008/2009 Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour brings films from the 33rd annual Banff Mountain Film Festival to about 285 communities around the world, including 30 in BC alone. This stop on the world tour is hosted by the Alpine Club of Canada - Vancouver Section.
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Why: This is a critical time for Jordan River and area. We have received additional information on Western Forest Products Subdivision Application for Jordan River 5-8. On Sunday November 2, join us at the Shirley Community Hall for an information update and find out how we can move forward on this complex and important issue. Simple refreshments will be served.
When: Sunday November 2, 1-3pm (remember to turn your clocks back an hour in the morning).
Where: Shirley Community Hall. A big red building on West Coast Road at Sheringham Point Road, Shirley (21 km west of Sooke on Hwy 14)
Stick around for a walk down to Sand Cut Creek beach. Spend some time reflecting on what our wild coast means to you, while listening to poetry on the beach.
What to bring: A mug for tea, warm clothes and raingear for the walk.
Oct 25 RALLY for ANCIENT FORESTS and BC JOBS!
We are asking supporters of the Dogwood Initiative to join forces with the Wilderness Committee (who already have 1100 people confirmed) for a rally this Saturdy October 25th. We will meet at 11:30am at Centennial Square and march to the legislative buildings by noon.
We need your help this Saturday to reach a goal of 3000 Forest Rally participants at the legislature (the largest rally in the history of BC), all demanding an end to old growth logging on Vancouver Island, and supporting a Ban on Raw Log Exports. This will send an undeniable message to government that the future of BC forests are a top concern for voters in the municipal and provincial elections.
Speakers will include:
Dr. Judith Sayers- Chief of the Hupacasath First Nation
Carole James- BC NDP Opposition Leader
Bob Simpson- BC NDP forestry critic
Dr. Jane Sterk- BC Green Party leader
Valerie Langer- ForestEthics campaign director
Arnie Bercov- Pulp, Paper, and Woodworkers of Canada
Susan Howatt- Sierra Club of BC campaign director
Ken Wu- WCWC Victoria campaign director
Confirm your attendance by e-mailing Maurita at Maurita@DogwoodInitiative.org
Mythical discoveries in the natural playgrounds of the world, this is the inspirational winter adventure of some of the best riders in the world that has never been told before.
Legends takes O’Neill snowboarders and skiers around the world – from Japan to Turkey – to experience not only the spectacular terrain, but also explore the stories and myths behind each location.
Jeremy Jones, the world’s best freerider, was just one of the snowboarders inspired by the project. Despite endless winters in the stunning natural surrounds and riding of Alaska, it was the journey of discovery that had Jeremy enthralled. "Every year I get presented with a lot of really cool film projects," he says. "When this first came up I was committed to something else. Then they got back to me and said they were going to Turkey, and I said: ‘well, I am going with you."
Along with O’Neill skiers and filmmakers, Nicolas and Loris Falquet, Jeremy travelled to Turkey where they uncovered and immersed themselves in the roots of snowboarding.
"That is one of the best trips I have ever had," says Jeremy. "From a cultural standpoint it was one of the most – ‘oh my god I can’t believe that just happened’."
The group, which included Stefan Gimpl, scored some incredible freeriding in the Cackar Mountains, and also discovered a village where the locals have been snowboarding on homemade wooden boards for 150 years. "Meeting Celime, the oldest rider in the village, was inspirational. This is someone who has been snowboarding for 62 years," says Jeremy. "One of my big questions was – ‘do you have any advice for me?’ He said: ‘ride all the time and you’ll be happy and healthy.’"
The story of Legends starts in the tranquil stunning mountain ranges of Japan, where director, Nicolas Falquet, and his brother, Loris discovered the legend of ‘Yuki-Onna’, whose name means ‘snow woman’.
"We knew no one in Japan when we arrived there," says Loris. "It was a great adventure finding someone who could tell us about the legend of Yuki-Onna." Discovering spectacular backcountry in Japan was no easy task either. "You’re not allowed to ski off-piste in Japan, so they kept on taking away our ski passes," Loris says.
This sense of adventure is encapsulated throughout the entire film as the Falquet brothers explore every corner of the globe during the 2007 season, throughout day and night.
Along with Jeremy Jones and Mitch Toelderer, they rode fresh powder under the full moon in the small Swiss resort of Les Marecottes - an experience which Jeremy Jones won’t forget: "You watch the sun set, the moon rise and then ride down a spine at 4.30am. Then you watch the moon set and the sun rise as you go home. Then you wake up later that day and think – was that a dream? It’s incredible," he says.
With the young and exciting talent of Canadian O’Neill rider Seb Toutant, they explored the legendary snow of the Canadian Rockies, and by plane with one of the legends of the skies, they explored the European Alps with some of the most exciting freestyle riders in Europe at the moment.
You are invited to: VANCOUVER PREMIERE of THAT’S IT, THAT’S ALL
Presented by Quiksilver & Red Bull
It’s a free showing so please feel free to bring friends. If you would like more information about the film check out: http://www.thatsit-thatsall.com/ or just send me an email. This is a High Definition snowboard film that is truly “Planet Earth meets snowboarding” and one of the best snowboard movies you will ever see.
WHEN: FRIDAY, OCTOBER 10TH, 2008
WHERE: VOGUE THEATRE, 918 GRANVILLE STREET
TIME: DOORS @ 8PM / SHOW @9PM
You can also check out event info and RSVP on Facebook
Travis Rice Pioneers New Tricks and Technology in Season’s Most Anticipated Snowboard Film
Vancouver, British Columbia (September 24, 2008) – "That’s It. That’s All," the groundbreaking snowboard film
produced by Brain Farm arrives to Canadian viewers this fall. Travis Rice invites Canada to join in the epic ride,
as he and a dream team crew set out to find the new zones, tricks and a whole new perspective on
snowboarding.
"’That’s It, That’s All.’ is epic snowboarding meets Planet Earth," explains Curt Morgan, President of Brain Farm.
"The film is a visually stimulating piece of work that pulls in a wider audience by encompassing the most
progressive riding in the world with unbelievable travel and nature footage."
In an attempt to push the progression of action sports films, "That’s It, That’s All." raises the bar on both the level
of athleticism and quality of production. For two years, producers Rice and Morgan traveled the world in search
of conditions that capture the essence of snowboarding. This quest took the riders to New Zealand, Japan,
Germany, Canada, Valdez, AK, Jackson Hole, WY and Mammoth, CA. Using the features found in these
locations, Rice began inventing new tricks including the first landing of a double backside rodeo 1080 (spinning
three times, while going through 2 inversions).
Using state of the art equipment with access to a dream team of snowboarders, the producers created a visual
snowboard film that redefines the genre. A dozen models of cameras were used during production including for
the first time in core action sports, the Wescam 35, to film stable follow-cam shots on snowmobiles and the
Cineflex HD, to capture steady aerial shots from helicopters.
"We put everything we humanly could into the production of this film," said Travis Rice, Snowboarder and Co-
Owner of Brain Farm. "Quiksilver and Red Bull stepped up to help us match top caliber riding with the highest
possible production quality. Our hope is to showcase snowboarding in a whole new light."
CANADIAN PREMIERE DATES
QUEBEC CITY, QC – Plaines D’Abraham, September 19th CANADIAN PREMIERE
VANCOUVER, BC – Vogue Theatre, 918 Granville Steet, October10th @ 9PM, FREE SHOW
TORONTO, ON – Queen Elizabeth Theatre, 210 Princes’ Boulevard, October 18th @ 3PM & 9PM, FREE SHOW
MONTREAL, QC – TBA, FREE SHOW
"That’s It, That’s All." includes the most unique footage ever shot of Travis Rice, Mark Landvik, Nicolas Müller,
Terje Håkonsen, Jeremy Jones, John Jackson, Pat Moore, Scotty Lago, Bryan Iguchi, Jake Blauvelt, Danny Kass
and many more. There are many ‘firsts’ in the film including the first landed attempts at a handful of tricks, first
time in locations and the first full, professional quality HD core snowboard film.
"That’s It, That’s All." comes to DVD, Blu-ray™ and goes on tour starting September 2008 with an iTunes release
in October. To purchase "That’s It, That’s All." check out ThatsIt-ThatsAll.com or stop by your local snowboard
shop this fall. For exclusive teaser and ‘Behind the Scenes’ webisodes, go to ESPN.com/Tita
