2023 One Shot Youth Essay Contest

Topic

The Hunt. Describe your experience: how it made you feel and the impact on your future?

Thursday, April 6, 2023 (11:59 PM)

Applicants must be in one of two age categories: 12 years old and under or 13–17 years old.
Essays must be 500 words or less. If your essay exceeds 500 words, your submission will be disqualified.
Essays will be scored by a statewide panel of outdoor writers and the Top 5 winners will be awarded complimentary hunts at the Old Dominion One Shot Turkey Hunt on April 22, 2023. (A parent/guardian must accompany the child during the hunt.)
No DWR or WFV immediate family or staff, or past winners, are eligible.
Winners will be notified on Wednesday, April 12, 2023.
Essay must have full contact information included.
Information in the essays become the property of DWR and WFV and may be used in future publications.

Name*
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Address*
Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code
Age Category*
- 12 years old and under
- 13–17 years old
Birthdate*
Email*
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Guardian's Name*
First Last
Guardian's Phone Number*
Please provide a phone number where a parent can be reached.
Guardian's Email*
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Essay*
Topic: “The Hunt. Describe your experience: how it made you feel and the impact on your future?” Your essay must be limited to 500 words or less.
Would you like to receive a complimentary JAKES membership from NWTF?*
(See the NWTF website for a description of the JAKES Program)
- Yes
- No