4-H State Marine and Aquatic Photography Contest

A Marine/Aquatic Photography Contest is held in conjunction with the Marine Ecology Event. This contest is open to all 4-H'ers. Participants who enter the photo contest do not need to be present to win.

There are 5 categories that youth can enter photos in. The categories are:

1. Marine Habitats and Ecosystems - This includes photos taken of coral reefs, beaches, marshes, mangrove habitats, etc
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2. Marine Life - This includes photos taken of specific marine life such as shore/marine birds, fish, sea turtles, crabs, shells, etc.

3. People and the Marine/Aquatic World - This includes people interacting with, impacting, or working in marine OR aquatic habitats. Examples would be photos of surfing, fishing, boating, swimming, pollution, etc.

4. Aquatic Habitats - Scences of freshwater habitats such as lakes, streams, rivers, wetlands, etc.

5. Aquatic Life - Includes photos of specific types of freshwater plants and animals such as turtles, fish, freshwater birds, alligators, insects, etc.

Photo Contest Information
2009 Rules and Guidelines (pdf)
2009 Registration Form (pdf)
2009 Photo Contest Flyer (doc)

NOTE: This contest is open to all ages, however Cloverbud members may submit their photos but these will be considered "practice" photos and not officially judged. A separate area at the Event will display their photos. Please read the rules and guidelines for additional information on Cloverbud entries.

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