Wings of the Oder
Wings of the Oder tells the story of Piotr Chara, a wildlife photographer turned conservation leader in Poland. As a child, Piotr spent countless hours along the Oder River, watching migratory birds fill the skies, only to later witness their decline through the lens of his camera. Instead of accepting loss, he chose action, restoring wetlands, building floating nests, and creating safe havens for species on the brink. His work demonstrates that conservation is rooted not only in science but also in love for place and memory. By telling this story, the film reveals how personal connection to a river can spark collective change, encouraging others to defend the wildlife and ecosystems tied to their own waters. Wings of the Oder inspires us to see rivers as living legacies, worthy of both protection and renewal.