GENERAL CATEGORY

Note that actual car may appear slightly different than model pictured here.

FIFTH PRIZE:

TrekPod Go!™ is Trek-Tech's premier combination of a lightweight, height-adjustable walking/hiking staff with a fully integrated tripod for cameras, optical devices and almost any other tripod mountable device. This unique multi-tool has the abillity to pack into its included carrying case and fit in an overhead carry-on.

The innovative MagMount™ system allows quick-release mount or demount of your camera or observation optics. The Versamount™ serves as a practical, adjustable mounting system allowing the user to attach a scope or camera at any height. The prize also includes a lightweight carrying case.

With TrekPod you don't have to worry about carrying excess hiking equipment or missing a terrific photo opportunity because you left your tripod behind. Visit the Trek-Tech website.

Note that the camera in these images is for illustration purposes only. The camera is not included in the prize.

 

FIRST THROUGH FIFTH PLACE WILL ALSO RECEIVE:

First through fifth place winners in the General Category will also receive this camp-snack package from Barbara's Bakery. The package includes one Barbara's camping chair and some snack offerings: Crunchy Organic Bars and Snackimals cookies.

Since 1971, Barbara's Bakery has been committed to creating the best-tasting organic and natural products free and clear of artificial preservatives, artificial ingredients, hydrogenated oils, or refined white sugar. Barbara's invests in "healthy" actions across the board. Their continued commitment to environmental and sustainable programs proves they live up to their philosophy "Great Taste without Compromise."

HONORABLE MENTION:

Fifteen Honorable Mention Winners will receive the following three field guides from Houghton Mifflin.

Good Birders Don't Wear White
In these 50 light and fun original essays, the biggest names in birding dispense advice to birders of every level, on topics ranging from feeding birds and cleaning binoculars to pishing and pelagic birding. Whether satirizing bird snobs or relating the traditions and taboos of the birding culture, each essay is as chock-full of helpful information as it is entertaining.

 

Peterson Reference Guide to Gulls
This ambitious volume covers the 36 species of gulls that occur in North and South America, with detailed information to help you identify these fascinating but challenging birds in their many and varied plumages. With 1,160 carefully chosen color photographs, this new reference guide, written by two of North America's top gull experts, is the definitive new work on gulls of the Americas.

 

Kaufman Focus Guide to Birds
Beginner or expert, every birder needs a field guide that is accurate, readable, and easy to use. Birds of North America is a back-to-basics guide produced by one of the foremost birding experts, with a clear and direct approach to recognizing every North American bird. Kenn Kaufman’s innovative technique of combining the best features of photographs and paintings results in the most accurate and helpful images ever to appear in any field guide. The photographs, by some of North America’s top nature photographers, are digitally enhanced to illustrate the field marks necessary for quick and easy identification.

Field Guides by the Houghton Mifflin company have set the high standards for guides that are informative, practical, thorough, and easy to use.

Each photographer submitting an entry to the General Category will receive a complimentary one year membership in the National Wildlife Refuge Association.

SENIOR YOUTH CATEGORY

FIRST PRIZE:

The Wild Bird Center Professional Ranch Feeder provides optimum seed flow for all the backyard birds to come in and feast! Features of this feeder include a wide seed chamber that holds over to 3 pounds of seed. Made in the USA, the Ranch Feeder is constructed of natural cedar wood and uses zinc chromate screws for durability. It also features a cable to hang it any where and a metal screen bottom to ensure proper drainage.

There are nearly 100 Wild Bird Centers serving communities across the United States. Their full service stores carry a complete line of birding products such as seed, suet, feeders, baths, houses, books, hardware, and garden accessories.

 

SECOND PRIZE:

The Wild Bird Centers Mr. Piggy Wildlife Feeder Pickle Jar is a peanut feeder for squirrels and other wildlife that adds a fun new dimension to any backyard entertainment center. Easy to mount and clean, the Velcro strap prevents the jar from being displaced. Mr. Piggy’s Pickle jar yields wonderful photo opportunities and delights kids of all ages.

THIRD PRIZE:

Wild Bird Centers of America’s extremely durable 16” tube feeder is environmentally friendly, easy to use and easy to clean.  The roof and base are made with recycled plastic lumber, which saves trees. Simply squeeze the ends of the clips on the roof to lift the roof and pour either your black oil sunflower or Birdwise® seed blend into the tube. Bring the roof down for a snug fit and make sure the clips are tight on the roof.  Bottom lifts-out for easy cleaning. Available only at the Wild Bird Centers, our 16" tube feeder carries a lifetime warranty against squirrel damage.

FIRST THROUGH FIFTH PLACE WINNERS WILL RECEIVE:

Good Birders Don't Wear White
In these 50 light and fun original essays, the biggest names in birding dispense advice to birders of every level, on topics ranging from feeding birds and cleaning binoculars to pishing and pelagic birding. Whether satirizing bird snobs or relating the traditions and taboos of the birding culture, each essay is as chock-full of helpful information as it is entertaining.

 

Peterson Reference Guide to Gulls
This ambitious volume covers the 36 species of gulls that occur in North and South America, with detailed information to help you identify these fascinating but challenging birds in their many and varied plumages. With 1,160 carefully chosen color photographs, this new reference guide, written by two of North America's top gull experts, is the definitive new work on gulls of the Americas.

 

Kaufman Focus Guide to Birds
Beginner or expert, every birder needs a field guide that is accurate, readable, and easy to use. Birds of North America is a back-to-basics guide produced by one of the foremost birding experts, with a clear and direct approach to recognizing every North American bird. Kenn Kaufman’s innovative technique of combining the best features of photographs and paintings results in the most accurate and helpful images ever to appear in any field guide. The photographs, by some of North America’s top nature photographers, are digitally enhanced to illustrate the field marks necessary for quick and easy identification.

Field Guides by the Houghton Mifflin company have set the high standards for guides that are informative, practical, thorough, and easy to use.

JUNIOR YOUTH CATEGORY

FIRST PRIZE:

The Wild Bird Centers Mr. Piggy Wildlife Feeder Pickle Jar is a peanut feeder for squirrels and other wildlife that adds a fun new dimension to any backyard entertainment center. Easy to mount and clean, the Velcro strap prevents the jar from being displaced. Mr. Piggy’s Pickle jar yields wonderful photo opportunities and delights kids of all ages.

There are nearly 100 Wild Bird Centers serving communities across the United States. Their full service stores carry a complete line of birding products such as seed, suet, feeders, baths, houses, books, hardware, and garden accessories.

 

SECOND PRIZE:

The Wild Bird Center Professional Ranch Feeder provides optimum seed flow for all the backyard birds to come in and feast! Features of this feeder include a wide seed chamber that holds over to 3 pounds of seed. Made in the USA, the Ranch Feeder is constructed of natural cedar wood and uses zinc chromate screws for durability. It also features a cable to hang it any where and a metal screen bottom to ensure proper drainage.

THIRD PRIZE:

Wild Bird Centers of America’s extremely durable 16” tube feeder is environmentally friendly, easy to use and easy to clean.  The roof and base are made with recycled plastic lumber, which saves trees. Simply squeeze the ends of the clips on the roof to lift the roof and pour either your black oil sunflower or Birdwise® seed blend into the tube. Bring the roof down for a snug fit and make sure the clips are tight on the roof.  Bottom lifts-out for easy cleaning. Available only at the Wild Bird Centers, our 16" tube feeder carries a lifetime warranty against squirrel damage.

FIRST THROUGH FIFTH PLACE WINNERS WILL RECEIVE:

All first through fifth place winners in the Junior Youth Category will receive this wildlife cereal package from Barbara's Bakery. The package includes a 1 year supply of Wild Puffs cereal (24 boxes - 12 Fruity Punch and 12-Cocoa) and a giant stuffed manatee!

 

 

Barbara's Bakery's super-delicious and nutritious Organic Wild Puffs Cereals are bursting with natural goodness - both inside and out. Inside are crunchy little puffs of lightly sweetened naturally flavored organic grains. Outside are some eye-popping critters and important information on endangered species.

Feel extra good about enjoying Organic Wild Puffs, because the brand was developed to highlight Barbara's support for NWRA and the Refuge System.

 

Prizes in all categories subject to change at the contest provider's discretion. Any changes will be noted on this site.