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EXPO POSTER, POETRY, AND ESSAY COMPETITION FOR WYOMING SCHOOLS
In conjunction with the Expo, we conduct a poster, poetry, and essay competition, which is a competition for all Wyoming students. This year's Expo theme is "Forever Wild." All competition entries must integrate this theme into their product. The entries that comply with the competition criteria will be displayed in the Wildlife and Wild Scences Gallery at Expo '12 in Casper, Wyoming, September 13th-15th, 2012. Savings bonds donated by Wyoming businesses will be awarded to the winners. The first, second and third place winners in each category will receive a $200, $150, and $100 savings bond respectively. All winners will also receive an award ribbon, certificate and complimentary one-year subscription to Wyoming Wildlife magazine. In addition, winners will also have the opportunity to be recognized at the Expo '12 Awards Banquet, held in Casper during the Expo.
Select the corresponding category to find out more information about the contest, including contest rules, deadline information, entry procedures, and to download contest entry form:
The theme for the 2012 Wyoming Hunting & Fishing Expo is
"FOREVER WILD"
EXPO POSTER CONTEST WINNERS 2011
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First Place
Carissa Post (6th Grade)
Alpine, Wyoming
Etna Elementary School - Robert Kinn, Teacher
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Second Place
Cassidy Post (6th Grade)
Alpine, Wyoming
Etna Elementary School - Robert Kinn, Teacher
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Third Place
Miah Atwood (4th Grade)
Alpine, Wyoming
Etma Elementary School - Debra Polly, Teacher
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Honorable mention
Mitzy Zarate (6th Grade)
Star Vally Ranch, Wyoming
Etna Elementary School - Robert Kinn, Teacher
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Honorable mention
Mattie Pfister (6th Grade)
Lusk, Wyoming
Lusk Elementary School - Roxanne Fish, Teacher | |
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Honorable mention
Nicholas Johnson (6th Grade)
Lusk, Wyoming
Lusk Elementary School - Roxanne Fish, Teacher |
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Honorable mention
Kaylee Cornia (4th Grade)
Cokeville, Wyoming
Cokeville Elementary School - Dennis Nate, Teacher |
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EXPO POETRY CONTEST WINNERS 2011
Grades 7-9
First Place
Wyoming's Wildlife. . . National Treasure
As the wind blows across the pastures
And the grass waves in the breeze,
The deer lift up the their heads to watch
As the eagle flies with ease.
The sun smiles as its warm rays reach down
Towards the Wyoming land and town
Where the people sleep in the morning light
And the animals wake up from the night.
Or when the rain comes down on a summers day
And clears all the dirt and dust away,
Cannot one see the beauty that lies,
Dampened on the ground before one's eyes?
As the antelope run toward the horizon
And coyotes follow in stride
A rabbit stands transfixed and still
For it feels a need to hide.
In the parks the buffalo graze
And the sheep gather close to play,
The wolves run swift along the trails
Chasing scared and frantic prey.
Birds sing themselves to sleep
As winter closes in
And as the temperature drops slowly down
Their songs subside into the din.
Bobcats run like lightning in the dark
Leaving prints in the snow
And a lion of a bear sleeps through the cold
As the rugged beauty surrounding lets out a soft glow.
There are babies being born
Now that winter is at an end
Trying to stand on wobbly legs
That always seem to bend.
The warm spring days are nice and cool
Filled with life and fun.
Sunlit and calm within
Little furry ones begin to run.
Mountains tall as the heavens provide a home for all
Keeping Wyoming's Wildlife safe
The National Treasure in spring, summer, winter, and fall.
Lynnell Hanson
Newcastle, WY
Newcastle High School
Teacher: Debb Proctor
2nd Place
Wyoming's Wildlife
As the flowers begin to bud, the grass begins to grow
and the wildlife is starting to roam.
The land of Wyoming .
Butterflies flutter through the trees, where the sun is about to set,
reflecting the sun's rays off the emerald leaves into the horizon.
Fawns are playfully wandering the lush meadows,
accepting life while learning their roles in it,
as two bucks fight for their mate,
the fawns' mother.
An elk bugles in the distance; so powerful it shakes the trees on the mountainside,
and spooking the wildlife nearby.
A meadowlark with its yellow breast
is chirping through the air,
warming the soul of the by stander,
as the fresh mountain creek cascades over river rocks
down the slope of the mountainside,
then being obstructed by the dam of a beaver,
forming a pond in a golden basin of plains.
Aspen surround the pond the beaver has forged,
as the sun sets in the distant horizon.
The coyotes howl to the moon
that is peering over the peaks of snow-capped mountains,
deciding whether or not to reveal its beauty to the world.
Antelope bed down into the soft bed
that the planes of the west have to offer to the wildlife,
and the black bears scuffle into their dens
with their cubs
as the first days of hibernation being over has been depriving.
in this majestic land of allure,
the harsh yet gentle land of Wyoming is forever wild. . .
Colin O'Neil
Casper, WY
Dean Morgan Junior High School
Teachers: Mr Frontiero/Mrs Cobb
3rd Place
Living in Fear
She hides in the darkness
Her eyes peering through the mist
Even though she has a family
She know she won't be missed
Her fur quivers in fear
As she thinks of her pups
Her suffering will end here
If she has any luck.
Her paws encrusted in blood
She crouches in the cold
She can't go on any longer
She knows she's getting old
She thinks of this place and
What it was like before man
Where has the Creator gone
When she needs a helping hand?
The forest was larger
And the food less rare
There were no human dwellings
Or guns that gave them a scare
She doesn't understand
Why they don't want her to eat
Or when they shoot her
When she tries to get meat
They get mad at her
When she kills their cows
But how else is she
Supposed to feed hungry mouths?
They don't understand
That's it's not her fault
Wolves were here first,
Whether man likes it or not
Wyoming's wildlife
A "National Treasure"
So why is she killed
Just for man's pleasure?
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Breanna Charest
Casper, WY
Deam Morgan Junior High School
Teachers: Mr. Frontiero/Mrs. Cobb
EXPO ESSAY CONTEST WINNERS 2011
Grades 10-12
1st Place
Wyoming Wildlife...A National Treasure
The night sky is filled with thousands of stars, and the moon is casting a glow as it makes it ascent over the mountain. The campfire crackles and pops as the glowing ashes escape into the darkness Even though the night air is warm, my family gathers around the fire to talk and share stories. I sit mesmerized by the dancing flames and listen to the chatter and laugher of my family - four generations of us - telling stories about our frequent adventures in beautiful Wyoming. As I sit and listen to my family's stories, I reminisce about the many picnics, hikes, horse rides, and the camping, hunting and fishing trips that we have shared. I realize that this treasured habitat for wildlife has been my mentor and companion.
One of my earliest memories is of discovering tadpoles in a shallow eddy along the Grey's River. With a cupped hand, I scooped up some of the more slothful individuals and studied them. Upon returning to this spot a few weeks later, I was fascinated by the metamorphosis of these tiny creatures into frogs. Then, in an improvised hopscotch obstacle course, I skipped from rock to rock to see what else I could discover.
In Wyoming's breathtaking scenery, my mind has been free to wander as I felt companionship with nature's treasures. I remember lying alone in a grassy meadow and feeling the sun's warmth on my face. I closed my eyes, and my imagination took flight as I heard the birds calling, an elk bugling, the swaying grass winnowing in the wind, the gurgle of a mountain stream, and other sounds that were naturally amazing.
The beautiful Wyoming ranges have been a frontier where I have discovered wildlife. As I grew older, I embarked on expeditions that led me to areas that I had not yet explored, and found amazing sights. I have sat quietly for hours and watched deer, elk, and antelope peacefully grazing, ducklings swimming symmetrically behind their mother, sage grouse busily pecking, squirrels darting hurriedly around trees, eagles gliding effortlessly in the sky, fish skillfully breaking the water's surface, a moose slowly walking through the marshes, and many other amazing wildlife living in this beautiful national treasure.
As my body has grown in height and weight, my boundaries and knowledge have grown in extent and breadth. I know that I will face new experiences, challenges, and places to explore; however, Wyoming will remain forever in my memory no matter where I go. Other people may have a different concept of a national treasure; however, I believe that Wyoming and its wildlife have unique intangible qualities that are invaluable. Wyoming and its wildlife have given my family previous memories and have taught me important lessons. I hope to continue to share these experiences and stories with present and future generations. Wyoming is more than just a habitat for wildlife; it is my home and a priceless national treasure.
Sydney Robinson
Afton, Wyoming
Star Valley High School
Teacher: Robyn Johnson
2nd Place
Wyoming Wildlife...A National Treasure
Silently I watched a herd of elk grazing peacefully on the hill side not far from the North Platte River. I then heard a beautiful song being sang by a meadowlark as he contently sat in an aspen tree above me. A question began to slowly sweep my mind, "what does this mean to me?" This can have numerous meanings to others, but in my eyes it's a national treasure.
While answering my question I had previously asked myself, I saw a young calf elk suckling his mother. This is when I truly realized what Wyoming has to offer. I wouldn't give up where I live for anything. I have had multiple people ask me why I love this land so very much. If some random person off the street asked me to explain to them what Wyoming's wildlife trolley is I would have to tell them, "'You have to come spend time here to fully understand." This to me is very true, without a doubt.
Living in Wyoming my entire life, I have been very blessed to be involved in the wildlife. While growing up I have been taught by my family all about the great outdoors. Unless you are able to observe what actually happens with wildlife, you're really not fully gifted to learn it in the classroom. When I saw this, I don't mean you have to hunt or live on a ranch, but come visit our state. Just sit by the river and analyze the birds and fish, or even go up on snowy range and explore. Who knows what you may find? With any luck you will be given the opportunity to catch sight of what I did.
Wyoming isn't only where we people call home, but also a home to a massive variety of wildlife. Throughout my entire life that I have grown up in this beautifully majestic state I have learned more than anyone could ever imagine. Most importantly, I have learned Wyoming's wildlife really is a National Treasure.
Mikala Fletcher
Saratoga, Wyoming
Encampment K-12 School
Teacher: Doug Tieszen
3rd Place
Wyoming's Wildlife...God's Breathtaking Gift to Man
Wyoming, what a magnificent place. There are countless outdoor activities to do here. A few activities include bird watching, hunting, fishing, and hiking. In Wyoming, you can also enjoy floating the numerous rivers that run through the state. Wildlife is a huge part of Wyoming's culture.
One adventurous and enjoyable activity that Wyoming's wildlife gives is to float the rivers. Floating the rivers has many fulfilling charms. Some of these charms are fishing, basking in the sun, seeing Mother Nature at her best and of course viewing the beautiful wildlife that roams here.
Floating the river is a great family activity, that lets people experience Wyoming in a whole different way. The rivers that flow through Wyoming are a breathtaking place for the whole family. Families that have never seen this unique wildlife will be amazed when they step in and experience it for themselves. The families have a possibility of seeing the magnificent wildlife that lives throughout the state.
People come from all over to view the gorgeous Wyoming wildlife. Everyone can't seem to get enough of this marvelous state's wildlife that seems to be a world of its own. You have to experience the wildlife, for yourself, to see how truly amazing this mountainous area is.
In Wyoming, the wildlife makes it what it is. Without the deer, elk, antelope, moose, mountain lion, and all other wildlife in this marvelous state, Wyoming wouldn't be Wyoming. Wildlife is Wyoming's most previous national treasure God could give this mountainous country.
Emma Cone
Encampment, Wyoming
Encampment K-12 School
Teacher: Doug Tieszen
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