It has been a busy month since the last posting I have put on here. Here in Phoenix Arizona, the temperatures have been climbing up, and the days of summer are upon us. I have been busy putting together a preview of our journey, and the story that surrounds the Mexican gray wolf recovery program. Stay tuned to see this trailer of the film in the next several weeks.

I want to thank several organizations for their assistance in this project. These organizations are actively working in the conservation and efforts to restore the Mexican gray wolf back to the lands they once inhabited. They have also assisted this project in sharing and spreading the word about The Last Pack. I want to thank Mexicanwolves.org, Wolf Haven International, The California Wolf Center, National Wolfwatcher Coalition, and the Endangered Wolf Center. They are a loud voice for the Lobo.

In one month from today, we will begin our fundraising campaign on Kickstarter.com. So far we have been able to accomplish a tremendous amount of work, and we are looking forward to continuing this progress. As August 15, 2012 comes closer, I would like to ask you to consider donating to this project and be a part of restoring the wolf here in the Southwest. With your help, these wolves will once again roam the forests, and nature will once again find it’s balance. Thank you for your interest in this film, and we are looking forward to filming these wolves so that others can learn about their role in nature.

Till next time,

Alan Lacy, Director and Producer

Tweet This!

Film projects, very involved by nature, have many different aspects that go into their making. Before anything can get started, however, there must be a source for funding. Traditionally, this requires grants, investments, and donations from organizations and individuals who are hoping to get something in return from the film. However, this film we are producing is different, its grassroots production. We want the focus of this film to be on the conservation of these wolves, and the efforts of those who are involved in the wolf recovery program. This is why we chose Kickstarter to allow us the freedom to tell the wolf’s story without any strings attached.

Kickstarter is a new way for people to fund projects. What makes this unique, and perfect for this film, is simply that it completely relies on your support. Kickstarter.com gives you confidence in donating to our project by withholding funds until the fundraising goal is reached. In the event that a fundraising project goal is not met, Kickstarter returns your donation, ensuring that your money only goes to a realized project. Similar to the funding tradition, you will receive something in return for your donation as a token of thanks. It’s a win-win for us both!

Take a look at our Kickstarter campaign and help us make this film possible. With your support, this film will make an impact on the wolves’ recovery, and help others learn about our natural world. We are looking forward to sharing the story of the Lobo with you.

Alan Lacy, Director and Producer

Tweet This!

Over the past few months, I have been extensively researching and creating the storyboard for this film, The Last Pack. It has been a lot of work, but I have thoroughly enjoyed it. During this process I’ve learned a tremendous amount about the wolves, and can’t wait to share their story with you.

Currently, the status of the film is such that once we receive our funding and approvals, we are “all systems go” for filming. Our Director of Photography and videographer, Dean Cannon, has extensive experience filming for National Geographic, PBS Nature, Discovery Channel, and the BBC. His work covers a broad range of wildlife and geography, and has recently worked on “Bears of the Last Frontier” which aired on PBS Nature in 2011. He will be capturing compelling footage, and devoted characters to help tell the story of The Last Pack.

We are looking for your help contributing to this film, as you hold the key to its success, and that of the Lobo. We are hoping this film will make an impact that will create a healthy and sustainable future for these magnificent creatures. We would greatly appreciate any amount you are able to contribute; these wolves will be forever indebted to your generosity.

Stay tuned for future updates, as the development process continues and as we begin filming this story. Thank you for your support,

Alan Lacy, Director and Producer

Tweet This!