Fish Art Contest State Winners Announced

For Immediate Release

Contact: Addison Motta, amotta@wildlifeforever.org

White Bear Lake, MN – Wildlife Forever and Title Sponsor Bass Pro Shop are proud to announce the 2024 Art of Conservation® Fish Art Contest State Winners. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place was awarded to students in four age categories in each state.

This year over 5,600 students participated in the contest, a nearly 25% increase in participation since 2023. Students in kindergarten through 12th grade create original illustrations of a fish of their choice as well as a one-page creative writing piece. First place winners have moved on to national judging.

“Thank you to all of our incredible families, educators, state hosts, and partners for your engagement with the Art of Conservation program. I am so proud to see the impact the Fish Art Contest continues to have on youth and proud to share their incredible art,” said Addison Motta, Education and Communications Manager at Wildlife Forever.