TAKE YOUR BEST SHOT
Photo Contest Pairs Hunters and Non-hunters in the Great Outdoors

Photo Contest Creating Dialogue between Hunters and Non-Hunters

California Waterfowl invites hunters and non-hunters to team up for its second annual “Take Your Best Shot” photo contest this waterfowl season.  Photos of hunters, dogs, decoys, waterfowl and wetland wildlife, and food and family are sought.  New this year, professional photographers are invited to participate.  Great prizes, including a Benelli shotgun and photography equipment for non-hunters and hunters who win as a team, will be awarded in each the amateur and NEW this year, professional categories. To enter your photo, go to http://myhuntingroom.com and click on the California Waterfowl Take Your Best Shot Banner.

IN BRIEF

Categories
• Amateur
• Professional

Guidelines
• Licensed CA hunter pairs with non-hunting* friend or family member for a day of wonder and photography in the blind. *See contest rules for details.
• Contest begins Oct. 1, 2008, entries must be received by March 15, 2010.
• Complete contest rules and tips for both the hunter and non-hunter available on our website.
•Entry fees of $15 for amateurs and $30 for professionals apply.
•Entries can be submitted at http://myhuntingroom.com.

Awards

• Hunters and Non-hunters win as a team!
•Prizes worth hundreds of dollars will be awarded to both hunters and non-hunters who win as a team.
• Entries may be printed in California Waterfowl’s magazine, online, or in media publications.

Contest Rules

View the complete Contest Rules are available.
Download the rules and the entry form a Printable PDF.

Submit Entries
Upload your photos at http://myhuntingroom.com or mail them to:
California Waterfowl
4630 Northgate Blvd., Ste. 150
Sacramento, CA 95834

Make it a Successful Joint Venture
Tips have been developed to help you ensure a successful day in the field together.
Tips for the Hunter PDF
Tips for the Non-Hunter Photographer PDF

Help Spread the Word
Fliers and handouts have been created for teachers, photo clubs, and others interested in sharing this exciting opportunity with others.

Post this 11x17 Poster it in your town or at your school.
Take this Press Release to your local media outlet.

For more information
Call Carina Port, California Waterfowl's Editor at (916) 648-1406 ext. 127

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