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Summer Filmmaking Camps 2024

For the third year in a row, our summer filmmaking camps were an immense success! Filmmakers aged 10-14 explored a wide range of topics from protecting wildlife and ecosystems, to how technology affects the well-being of our communities. We discovered how to use technology in healthy ways while also having fun!

In collaboration with NH Audubon and the SEE Science Center, our Conservation Quest and Flip the Script camps inspired youth to explore different ways to convey their creative ideas with storytelling in video! Through the lenses of documentary and science fiction filmmaking, our campers learned how to educate others and prevent spreading misinformation online. We included research from reliable sources such as field guides, museum exhibits, and expert interviews!

Throughout the filmmaking process, campers were also able to build important communication skills needed to thrive in our dynamic world. They strengthened their advocacy capabilities by learning to understand their audience. Our filmmakers discovered that they can use media creatively and responsibly to change hearts and minds! Campers also grew their leadership and problem-solving abilities through collaboration with their film crews and educators.

During each week-long session, our campers immersed themselves in the film production process from beginning to end. They worked with their peers to write, film, and edit their creative stories! Every group finished our summer program with their own unique film, showcasing each camper’s diverse artistic talents and perspectives on their topic!

Without further ado, please enjoy this year’s films! We hope to see all of our campers again next summer!

Film #1 – Something Fishy by Fish Studio Productions

A local man enlists the help of a detective after the disappearance of his beloved brook trout.

Film #2 – Space: The Other Frontier by Floating Robot Studio

Two astronauts must stop aliens from stealing the sun’s power before all of humanity is lost.

Film #3 – Battle of the Bunnies by Stranger Studios

Breaking news: there’s a battle for resources between the invasive eastern cottontails and the native New England cottontails, and only you can help!

Film #4 – One Fish Two Fish Red Fish No Fish by The oFISHal Duckinstein Production Studio

The evil Dr. Duckinstein’s attempt at ridding the world of fish & chips is foiled by the hero of the sea, Submarimam. With special appearances by Boblin the Fact Goblin.

Film #5 – Bigfoot’s Adventures by Eating Dumplings Productions

With the help of his forest friends, Bigfoot teaches us about how we can protect endangered species.

Film #6 – Blackout by News Guy Studios

In a dystopian future, can Lilly and Florienne prevent an impending plasma storm with the help of the president?

Film #7 – Massabesic Birdhouses by Wildside Productions

Learn about the NH Audubon Massabesic Center’s birdhouse program with three bird enthusiasts and how you can help birds in your own backyard.

Film #8 – Triassic Trouble by Thao Studios

After accidentally creating giant destructive dinosaurs, a scientist must find a way to stop them.

2024 Bloopers and Outtakes

Conservation Quest and Flip the Script campers captured some extra entertaining moments on film!