This year’s Montana State Park’s poster contest theme is "Montana State Parks—A Symbol of Freedom, Inspiration and Hope." The deadline for entries, which is open to fifth grade students only, is April 5, 2002. "We thought that this year it would be appropriate for the poster contest theme to reflect our renewed awareness of how precious our way of life is," said Debbie Cheek, FWP Parks Division field administrator. "For Montanans, that way of life is nearly synonymous with the great outdoors and the natural features, history and beauty that our State Parks preserve." This year’s poster theme aims to help youngsters to be more aware of the ways State Parks and the natural, cultural and historical treasures they hold give people inspiration, hope and strength during difficult times, whether personally or as a nation. The first place winner will receive a $150 savings bond, second place will receive a $100 bond and third place will receive a $50 bond. All finalists will receive T-shirts with the winning entry printed on them. Contest details are available by calling FWP at 406-444-4701, by writing to Fish, Wildlife & Parks, Parks Division, 1420 East 6 th Ave., Helena, MT 59620 or on FWP’s web site at fwp.state.mt.us/parks.
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