Norm Strung Student Writing Contest (OWAA)
Outdoor/nature writing prose contest for students; HS division focuses on 500–1,000‑word pieces about the outdoors.
Entries may be submitted between November 15 and February 15 via OWAA Supporting Group Submittable.com.
Through the Norm Strung Student Writing Contest and the OWAA Student Photo Contest, OWAA rewards budding North American writers and photographers who capture the outdoors.
Cash prizes are awarded to first-, second-, and third-place winners in both categories, split over two age groups (high school seniors and juniors and college students).
How to Apply
- Submit original writing or photography work created during the previous calendar year
- Enter via OWAA Supporting Group Submittable.com submissions portal between November 15 and February 15
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