Last summer, we wrote about a remarkable young man, Andrew 鈥淏ob鈥 Harris, who became the first person with Down syndrome to climb the Grand Teton. The impressive feat was made possible by Bob鈥檚 sister, Amy, and brother-in-law, Max. Max is a professional skier and mountain guide, while Amy is a cardiac ICU nurse.
Bob, whose nickname is Ducky, lives with Max and Amy, who, in addition to being stellar human beings, are also exceptionally good role models for Bob. They鈥檙e a super active family鈥擝ob loves to run and climb and pretty much do anything outside鈥攖hat focuses on eating well and generally living a healthy lifestyle.
But making the right choices isn鈥檛 easy, of course. Especially for Bob, who is more easily influenced than most by advertising that promotes unhealthy foods. And while there is no shortage of awesome outdoorsy movies that inspire people to make better choices, there isn鈥檛 really one specifically crafted to educate and entertain viewers with Down syndrome. So Max has decided to make one.
The movie, , will showcase Bob鈥檚 Grand Teton climb but aims to tell a broader message, showing 鈥渉ow mentally and physically capable people with Down syndrome are,鈥 and the benefits of choosing 鈥渢he good stuff in life.鈥 There will be costumes and songs, and it will be fun and funny. Or, as Max puts it, 鈥渢his is a movie for Bob and his friends with Down syndrome.鈥
Here at 国产吃瓜黑料, we think this film is a great idea, and we鈥檙e committed to supporting the project as a media partner. Two of our key values and editorial priorities are to reach new audiences and make the outdoors a more inclusive place. This film will do both. If you agree with us, and would like to see Ducky Goes Up get made, please join us in . The project is all or nothing, and will only be funded if it reaches its goal by November 9.