In November of 1964, the West Coast was inundated by heavy rain from Central California north to Oregon and Washington and east to Idaho creating epic and catastrophic flooding. In the making of this film over 60 people were interviewed about their experiences. The Film makers have included archival photos, video and 16 mm footage to bring the stories to life. This film salutes the problem solvers and creative thinkers who were the working class heroes of the 1964 flood.

Produced by Jete-Miro Productions, A Dream Maker Project of The Ink People Center for the Arts.

From family fishing operations to sport and commercial fishing, this Food for Thought production explores the past and present of the albacore tuna fishery along the Pacific Northwest, including albacore tuna biology and fish processing.

Joe Tyburczy, from University of California Sea Grant office, explore the biology of this fascinating top predator that roams much of the worlds oceans. Fishermen Candee Mooslin, Tom Fulkerson, Kathryn Vanderpool, Tyler Buxton, and Ken Bates share their exciting and challenging lifestyle earning a living from the sea as commercial albacore fishermen. Mark Cortright and Dennis Rael talk about their passion for sports fishing with friends and family and appreciating a bountiful local harvest.

From large scale processing to home canning, albacore tuna has historically been enjoyed on the north coast. Bill Carvalho from Wild Planet discusses commercially canned tuna and Scott Bradshaw from Fish Brothers talks about smoked albacore. Economics Professor Steven Hackett explains how local foods convey a sense of place and are important to local economies. Joyce Houston, Master Food Preserver with the University of California, shares about canning tuna as family tradition in the Pacific Northwest. Runtime 37 minutes.

Directors/Producers: Jennifer Bell and Jessica Eden. Associate Producers: Ted Okell and Montel Vanderhorck.

Seeking Refuge, a photographer finds peace amidst personal loss at a local nature refuge.

This film celebrates the photography of David Thomson at the Humboldt National Wildlife Refuge, and his relationship with the refuge. From stunning images of landscapes and waterscapes to the intimate and sometimes comical lives of the local wildlife, David has captured the very essence of this Humboldt County gem.

Runtime: 23 minutes.

Food for Thought productions

Jennifer Bell is a local filmmaker and media producer. Constantly intrigued by the stories that everyone carries within them, she stives to bring them out in a way that they can be appreciated, respected, and enjoyed by the wider community.

Ted Okell is a sculptor, filmmaker, and sound artist. He has taught at the University of Oregon and the College of the Redwoods and has taught various workshops at colleges and art centers.