002: Through the Lens— The Concealed Exploitation of Wildlife with Skyler Thomas

<p><strong>Series: Mindful Eating Film and Food Festival </strong></p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Episode Description:</strong></p> <p><em><span style="font-weight: 400;">“There is still a choice… We need to strive to be better, instead of finding excuses.”</span></em> <span style="font-weight: 400;">-Skyler Thomas</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Point Reyes is one of the most celebrated and visited locations in all of California. Nestled on the tip of the Marin Headlands, the small town is a near-perfect representation of the natural beauty of coastal California, with old-world charm and 21st century amenities. But the best part about Point Reyes is the opportunity to escape the bustle of the city and truly immerse yourself in nature.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The headlands that define Point Reyes’ landscape are dotted with historic lighthouses, picnic areas, frolicking animal species, and the path to the ocean is lined with hiking trails that take visitors up to spectacular views of the ocean and the San Francisco skyline.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">As historic as it is, the future of Point Reyes is slowly jeopardized as its wildlife and natural resources are exploited and the question of how to use the land is still debated. The community is working to preserve the land, but the threat of development looms with its controversial land management plan.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Filmed and produced by award-winning, independent filmmaker Skyler Thomas,</span> <a href= "https://shameofpointreyes.weebly.com/the-film.html"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">The Shame of Point Reyes</span></a><span style= "font-weight: 400;">-</span> <em><span style= "font-weight: 400;">Elk Water</span></em> <span style= "font-weight: 400;">is a follow up documentary that explores the history, current state, and future of Point Reyes. This film is one of the many features of the upcoming</span> <a href= "https://www.ranchocompasion.org