THE COLORADO 14ERS PROJECT
Reilly Kaczmarek presents:
The Colorado 14ers Project
Rooted in
Sustainability
The Colorado 14ers Project explores the intersection of adventure and sustainability by reimagining how we approach skiing. Through a journey to ski some of Colorado’s iconic 14,000-foot peaks, the project highlights the environmental and social impacts of traditional ski practices while promoting eco-conscious alternatives. This innovative initiative combines breathtaking cinematography with a call to action for climate advocacy within the outdoor community.
FILM
PHOTOGRAPHY
Skiing Colorado 14ers in search of sustainability.
Using electric vehicles, eco-friendly gear, and a backcountry approach, the project demonstrates how reducing carbon emissions is possible without sacrificing adventure. By collaborating with brands like Scarpa, Rivian, and Renoun Skis, the film showcases the importance of industry and individual efforts in combating climate change.
Rivian presents: The Colorado 14ers Project
Premiere
Premiere
On December 11, 2024, at 6:00 PM, photographer and athlete Reilly Kaczmarek premiered The Colorado 14ers Project at Rivian's Denver location to over 80 attendees. This film chronicled a personal journey to redefine what it means to ski sustainably, tackling the challenges of skiing Colorado’s highest peaks while exploring the environmental impacts of the sport, the privilege of access, and the responsibility to protect the places we love. With stunning visuals and raw storytelling, the film invited viewers to rethink adventure and embrace sustainability in a changing world.
The premiere featured over $2,000 in gear giveaways from Renoun Skis, Scarpa, Rocky Talkie, Rumpl, and AspectAvy, with free tickets available to attendees who RSVP’d to enter.
The Colorado 14ers Project in the news
Snowbrains
“The Colorado 14ers Project explores the intersection of adventure and sustainability by reimagining how we approach skiing.”
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Teton Gravity Research
“Skiing in a warming world is precarious, not to mention prohibitively expensive for most people. Thankfully, Kaczmarek isn't deaf to the presence class disparities related to environmentalism.”
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What’s next?
I’m passionate about advancing sustainability in the outdoor industry by creating impactful projects that highlight meaningful connections between people and the planet. If you have a project in mind, know someone I should connect with, or just want to chat, don’t hesitate to reach out!