Wildlife Forever is proud to offer the Fish Art Contest as a fun and exciting way to connect young people with the great outdoors. When the thermometer dips, forcing kids inside, the Art of Conservation® Fish Art Contest is an opportunity for youth in kindergarten though 12th grade to learn about the joy of fishing and the importance of aquatic conservation.
The Fish Art Contest is a free K-12 art and writing competition supported by Title Sponsor Bass Pro Shops. To enter, contestants create an original illustration of any species from the Official Fish List and a one-page writing entry. Winners are awarded in each state and international country, top awards win prizes valued at more than $200. The contest deadline is always March 31st. For details on contest rules, entry forms, and to view past winners, visit www.FishArt.org.
“Winter break is a great time to introduce young people to the world of fish and fishing. The Fish Art Contest offers many at-home digital learning resources to inspire young people and share the importance of aquatic conservation,” said Julia Luger, Education Director of Wildlife Forever.
The 2021 Fish Art Contest is open and accepting entries. Participants can also compete for specialty awards such as the Guy Harvey Award, Fish Habitat Writing Award, Western Native Trout Award and Migratory Fish Award. For more information about the Fish Art Contest and 2021 specialty awards, visit www.FishArt.org. The deadline to enter is March 31st, start your entry today!