Clear Day Thunder: Rescuing the American Chestnut

Presented by the VT College of Natural Resources and Environment.

A panel discussion follows the screening. Read about the panelists.

At the turn of the 20th century, a deadly blight accidentally imported into the U.S. from Asia devastated the American Chestnut. Within a span of only two generations, the tree was nearly extinct.

This new documentary tells the story of passionate citizen scientists and researchers working to restore this ecologically and economically important species, during this pivotal moment.

The tree that forged a connection with humankind has been embraced in turn by humans who, invigorated by hope, are working tirelessly to revive this magnificent tree -- so that it can once again help shape the future.