New Documentary on Aldo Leopold Showing at University Center of Lake County

We have an exciting event coming up that will let you see a high-quality documentary film about conservationist Aldo Leopold before it hits public television in early 2012. 

On Tuesday, September 20, 2011, from 7 – 9 pm, the University Center of Lake County, together with Northeastern Illinois University Departments of Political Science and Philosophy, will host a free screening of a new film called Green Fire, the first full-length, high definition documentary film ever made about legendary conservationist Aldo Leopold. 

Following the film, Associate Professor Daniel Milsky will lead a discussion of the ethics that Aldo Leopold evolved over his lifetime and their connection to today.  Dr. Milsky developed a conception of ecosystem health that is useful in assessing the success and value of ecosystem restorations. 

His current research involves a critical assessment of local wilderness restoration projects in the Chicago area. He will be joined by NEIU graduate student Anja Claus, organizational coordinator of the Center for Humans and Nature, and by Trisha Steele, who has been an advocate of ecosystem restoration and a volunteer with Volo Bog and the Sierra Club Outings Group.

We hope that a lively discussion will conclude the evening.

Because seating is limited, RSVPs are required and seats will be held until 6:50 p.m.  You may reserve your place via our website or by phoning 847/665-4000.

Green Fire: Aldo Leopold and a Land Ethic for Our Time is a production of the Aldo Leopold Foundation, the US Forest Service, and the Center for Humans and Nature. The film shares highlights from Leopold’s life and extraordinary career, explaining how he shaped conservation in the twentieth century and still inspires people today.  Although probably best known as the author of the conservation classic A Sand County Almanac, Leopold is also renowned for his work as an educator, philosopher, forester, ecologist, and wilderness advocate.

If you have not previously visited the University Center, this event will also enable you to learn a bit about the academic programs offered here.  As you visit our conference center facilities, you will also have the chance to see our public art--12 large photographs of Lake County landscapes by Antioch artist Michael Brown that change seasons as you move around them.

Please join us!