Halation.
Halation.

Former competitive Snowboarder Mitchell Davern and snowboarder/artist Ben Poechman teamed up to make the short film “Halation”. The near ten minute video discusses where snowboarding goes beyond just being a sport, exploring a post-competition pursuit of joy and creation in the activity. If you’re into watching some good snowboarding with some wild and weird shots, this video is for you.

Halation features Mitchy Davern, a former competitive snowboarder, and Ben Poechman, an artist who sees snowboarding as an extension of his creativity. In this exploration of snow and self, the film captures their shared pursuit where snowboarding transcends sport.”


Nolan Deck is a writer for Unofficial Networks, covering skiing and outdoor adventure. After growing up and skiing in Maine, he moved to the Denver area for college where he continues to live and work...