Art Beat
October 2007

Photo Contest Winners

The Friends of the Little Pend Oreille National Wildlife Refuge are happy to announce the winners of their 2007 photo contest. Anthony Dickson of Colville took first prize in the Animal Life division for his photograph entitled "Imperfection." Joel Anderson of Onion Creek took first prize in the Scenic/Landscape division for his photograph entitled "Summer Road."

This is the second year that the Friends have sponsored a photography contest, and a third contest is already underway. It's easy to enter. Just grab your camera and visit the LPO National Wildlife Refuge 13 miles southeast of Colville anytime between August 15th of 2007 and August 15th of 2008 when the contest ends.

The LPO offers numerous opportunities for outdoor photographers. A stop at the refuge headquarters on Bear Creek Road will get you a map and updates from refuge staff about what has been happening on the refuge at the time of your visit. Then get out there and take some pictures. The contest has four general categories: Animal Life, Plant Life, Scenics/Landscapes, Public Use/Recreation, and a fifth category for Students (18 years or younger). Rules and entry forms are available on the website at www.refugefriends.com.

Congratulations to the winners this year. Thanks to all for entering.

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