Film Camp 2026 KRV Uncovered

KRVAA’s Film Camp is a one-week, hands-on youth program designed to engage participants in storytelling, media production, and local history preservation. Youth will research, film, and edit short documentary films focused on the legends, folklore, and lived experiences of the Kern River Valley community.
Program Goals:
Provide accessible, hands-on media education to local youth
Foster community engagement through interviews and storytelling
Preserve local history, culture, and folklore
Build confidence, communication, and teamwork skills
Create publicly shareable media that reflects the KRV community
Activities:
Participants will:
Learn basic filmmaking skills (storytelling, filming, editing)
Conduct interviews with local residents and stakeholders
Research historical and cultural topics
Produce short documentary films (3–8 minutes)
Present their work at a community film premiere event
Outcomes:
10–20 youth trained in basic media production
5–10 completed short documentaries
Increased youth engagement and community pride
Strengthened intergenerational relationships
Creation of a digital archive of local stories
Community Impact:
This program serves as both a youth development initiative and a cultural preservation effort. By documenting local stories, participants contribute to a growing archive that can be used for education, tourism, and community identity-building.