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ABANDONED: A Ski Documentary

A documentary showcasing the long lost resorts of Colorado.

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ABANDONED: A Ski Documentary

ABANDONED: A Ski Documentary

ABANDONED: A Ski Documentary

ABANDONED: A Ski Documentary

ABANDONED: A Ski Documentary

A documentary showcasing the long lost resorts of Colorado.

A documentary showcasing the long lost resorts of Colorado.

A documentary showcasing the long lost resorts of Colorado.

A documentary showcasing the long lost resorts of Colorado.

The Road West Traveled
The Road West Traveled
The Road West Traveled
The Road West Traveled
1 Campaign |
Denver, United States
$2,723 USD 42 backers
8% of $32,000 Flexible Goal Flexible Goal
Overview
There are over 100 Abandoned Ski Areas in Colorado. These places play a significant role in shaping the history of skiing in Colorado. We set out to learn more about these places and how they contributed to the ski industry we know today. Mobile Tip: Double tap on a perk to select a reward.
UPDATE 5/9/2018: Due to renewed interest in our project we wanted to clarify that despite not meeting our goal here on Indiegogo we are still moving forward with the project. Please visit TheRoadWestTraveled.com for more information on how to support the film.
 
We are The Road West Traveled, a crew of outdoor enthusiasts who followed their passion for skiing on a journey back in time. Join us as we explore Colorado’s forgotten ski areas, and document their stories. We need your support to help bring their history to life before it fades into the mountainside along with their crumbling infrastructure. This is our first major film project, and we couldn’t be more excited to see our vision come to life on the screen.
 

 

 

The film will tell the story of Colorado ski areas that have been closed and forgotten over the years. These places play a significant role in Colorado’s rich ski history. Through captivating interviews with former owners and skiers we begin to get an idea of what it was like to ski at these places in their heyday. In addition, we take a look at what these places look like today through the experiences of backcountry skiers who use these fading ruins as their own personal playgrounds.

 

These lost ski areas are fading quickly and if we don’t act now they will be lost forever. Together we can document this important piece of Colorado ski history to share with generations to come. 

 

Your contribution will enhance the film’s production quality which in turn will allow the history of these ski areas to be shown in their best light. Here is a general breakdown of how we plan to use the proceeds from this campaign.

  • Equipment
  • Travel Expenses 
  • Post Production Costs
  • Digitization of Archival Materials
  • Talent Reimbursement
  • Permits

 

  • $5 Thank You Note
  • $10 Thank You Note and Sticker
  • $25 Digital Download, Note & Sticker
  • $50 Digital Download, Movie Poster, Note, Sticker, 
  • $100 T-shirt, Digital Download, Note, Sticker, 
  • $200 Photo Book, Digital Download, Note, Sticker
  • $500 Associate Producer Credit, Digital Download, Photo Book, Movie Poster, Note, Sticker
  • $1000 Executive Producer Credit, Digital Download, Photo Book, Movie Poster, Note, Sticker, 
  • $2000 Join us on a Trip to Ski an Abandoned Ski Area, Executive Producer Credit, Digital Download, Photo Book, Movie Poster, Note, Sticker, 
  • $5000 Brand Partnership

 

Some of the challenges we face in creating this film are finding people who have skied these areas that we can interview. We will look to our network to expand our reach as we search for interview candidates. Additionally, some of the areas we hope to showcase are completely or partially on private property. Contacting landowners and gaining access may prove to be difficult. As with any film project, unforeseen circumstances may arise that will delay the completion of the project. We are shooting to finish the film in the Spring of 2018, but if we cannot get the footage to create a compelling film we will continue filming into the 2018/2019 ski season.

 

Can’t give right now? We would still love your help!  Please share the Indiegogo campaign, trailer, links, and updates on social media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram) or by email to help us spread the word and to build buzz for the project - and be sure to use the Indiegogo share tools when spreading the word about our campaign.

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Digital Download of ABANDONED

$25 USD
You'll get a copy of the film to watch in the comfort of your own home!
Included Items
  • Thank You Note
  • Sticker
Estimated Shipping
August 2018
6 claimed

Thank You Note

$5 USD
We will send you a note thanking you for supporting our project!
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  • Thank You Note
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December 2017
0 claimed
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Sticker

$10 USD
Get a "The Road West Traveled" Sticker and a Thank You note.
Included Items
  • Thank You Note
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December 2017
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Digital Download & Poster

$40 USD
You will get a Digital Download of the film, and the official movie poster for ABANDONED.
Included Items
  • Thank You Note
  • Sticker
Estimated Shipping
August 2018
1 claimed
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ABANDONED T-Shirt

ABANDONED T-Shirt

$50 USD
Recieve the official T-Shirt for ABANDONED as well as the digital download of the film. You'll receive your T-Shirt around 03/2018, but the Digital Download will come later!
Included Items
  • Thank You Note
  • Sticker
  • Digital Download
  • ABANDONED T-Shirt
Estimated Shipping
August 2018
12 claimed
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Fine Art Print

Fine Art Print

$100 USD
Receive a fine art photo print from the film production. 12" x 18"
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  • Thank You Note
  • Sticker
  • Digital Download
Estimated Shipping
August 2018
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Photo Book

Photo Book

$200 USD
A 30 page book filled with photos from the production that looks great on your coffee table.
Included Items
  • Thank You Note
  • Sticker
  • Digital Download
Estimated Shipping
August 2018
1 claimed
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Associate Producer Credit

$500 USD
Get credit as an Associate Producer in the film and on the website.
Included Items
  • Thank You Note
  • Sticker
  • Digital Download
  • Fine Art Print
Estimated Shipping
August 2018
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Executive Producer Credit

$1,000 USD
Receive credit as an Executive Producer in the film and on the website.
Included Items
  • Thank You Note
  • Sticker
  • Digital Download
  • Photo Book
Estimated Shipping
August 2018
0 out of 5 of claimed
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Join Us at an Abandoned Area

$2,000 USD
Want to be part of the film? This perk is for you. We will take you along as we ski and film at one of these Abandoned Ski Areas.
Included Items
  • Thank You Note
  • Sticker
  • Digital Download
Estimated Shipping
March 2018
0 out of 5 of claimed
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Brand Partner

$5,000 USD
If your Brand wants to support the film, rad! You'll Get: -Prominent Logo Placement in the film and on All Marketing Materials -Social Media Shoutouts -Unique 60-second Video for Social Media Sharing
Included Items
  • Thank You Note
  • Digital Download
  • Photo Book
Estimated Shipping
August 2018
0 out of 5 of claimed
Ships worldwide.

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