[philmont] Osprey Packs Seeks Youth Essays for Contest

Osprey Packs Seeks Youth Essays for Contest

Posted: 07/02/2008 In Category: Outdoor Manufacturer
Posted By: Kristin Carpenter-Ogden

Osprey Packs, Inc an independent pack company located in the high desert and
mountains of Southwestern Colorado, announces the Sprint Series Kids'
Reading and Writing Essay Contest.

For spring 2008, Osprey introduced their legendary custom fit in packs
specifically designed for kids, the Sprint Series. To celebrate Sprint's
introduction, Osprey is seeking great writing that highlights kid's very
best adventures with a pack and demonstrates an understanding of the
Principles of Leave No Trace - a key component in preserving our wild
places.

"We consider the opportunity to offer great packs to kids much more than a
sale; it is an opportunity to foster stewardship of and passion for the wild
places left on our planet," said Gareth Martins, director of marketing at
Osprey. "With our children's help we can truly save our natural environment
for generations to come."

The contest is open to kids ages six to 16. In 250-500 words, contestants
are asked to tell about a place they have hiked or backpacked that was
especially memorable. Why is it special? Was there a special encounter with
an animal? Mother Nature? Was the area threatened? Was it well taken care
of? Last but NOT least, contestants should pick one of the Leave No Trace
principles and tell how it applied to the adventure. Entrants are also
welcome (but not required) to include a photo.

Winning entries will be featured on the Osprey website and may be published
in future Osprey catalogs. Winners will receive one new pack from any of the
following series: Sprint, Argon/Xenon, Aether/Ariel, Atmos/Aura, Kestrel or
Stratos.

For more information and contest rules, please visit the Osprey website at
http://www.ospreypacks.com/OspreyLifestyle/KidsEssayContest/

About Osprey Packs

>From its humble beginnings building custom backpacks and sleeping bags in
Santa Cruz California, to its current recognition as an industry leader,
Osprey has always flown its own course. Their mission is to create
innovative high performance gear that reflects a love of adventure and a
devotion to the outdoors and the environment. Osprey defines success when it
meets the demanding expectation of its most discerning customers. Based in
Cortez, Colorado, Osprey has over thirty-five years of pack-making
experience. Visit us on the web at www.ospreypacks.com or on facebook at
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Osprey-Packs/27230905321

Links:

Leave No Trace: http://www.lnt.org/programs/principles.php

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Received on Wed Jul 2 18:55:26 2008