The 2027 NACD Poster Contest theme is
"From Source to Sea. Every Drop Has A Journey"
THIS THEME MUST BE ON EVERY POSTER!
The Conservation Poster Contest is open to kindergarten through 12th grade students and posters are evaluated on the following criteria:
Conservation Message
Visual Effectiveness
Originality
Universal Appeal
Individual Artwork
"From Source to Sea. Every Drop Has A Journey"
THIS THEME MUST BE ON EVERY POSTER!
The Conservation Poster Contest is open to kindergarten through 12th grade students and posters are evaluated on the following criteria:
Conservation Message
Visual Effectiveness
Originality
Universal Appeal
Individual Artwork
The 2027 Speaking Contest consists of three contest divisions:
1. Elementary Division… (3-5 minute speeches, required) for students enrolled
in grades 5-6.
2. Junior Division... (4-6 minute speeches, required) for students enrolled
in grades 7-8.
3. Senior Division… (5-7 minute speeches, required) for students enrolled
in grades 9-12.
Subject Matter
Speeches must promote the conservation of natural resources and the protection or enhancement of environmental quality. Topics should address soil and water conservation issues. Emphasis should be placed on the subject as it relates to your locality or to the state of Wisconsin.
Authenticity and accuracy of information is important, and the speaker should demonstrate familiarity with the subject matter. Feel free to contact Natural Resource professionals as they can provide knowledge on numerous topics. The internet is a rich resource; however, not all internet sources are reliable. When using the internet, be sure to consider your source!
All speeches should be backed up by facts. Both sides of an issue should
be presented in a fair and non-accusatory manner. Using names of people or businesses for slander will not be accepted and shall result in disqualification.
Visual Aids
Use of visual aids (posters, charts, etc.) is prohibited; however, notes may be used.
Speeches
A speech, in part or whole, used in this contest in previous years may not be used again. However, speeches used for other speaking events may be used. Group presentations are not allowed.
1. Elementary Division… (3-5 minute speeches, required) for students enrolled
in grades 5-6.
2. Junior Division... (4-6 minute speeches, required) for students enrolled
in grades 7-8.
3. Senior Division… (5-7 minute speeches, required) for students enrolled
in grades 9-12.
Subject Matter
Speeches must promote the conservation of natural resources and the protection or enhancement of environmental quality. Topics should address soil and water conservation issues. Emphasis should be placed on the subject as it relates to your locality or to the state of Wisconsin.
Authenticity and accuracy of information is important, and the speaker should demonstrate familiarity with the subject matter. Feel free to contact Natural Resource professionals as they can provide knowledge on numerous topics. The internet is a rich resource; however, not all internet sources are reliable. When using the internet, be sure to consider your source!
All speeches should be backed up by facts. Both sides of an issue should
be presented in a fair and non-accusatory manner. Using names of people or businesses for slander will not be accepted and shall result in disqualification.
Visual Aids
Use of visual aids (posters, charts, etc.) is prohibited; however, notes may be used.
Speeches
A speech, in part or whole, used in this contest in previous years may not be used again. However, speeches used for other speaking events may be used. Group presentations are not allowed.
ALL ENTRY FORMS ARE DUE TO ONEIDA COUNTY BY: Thursday, January 14, 2027.
LOCAL CONTEST DATE/LOCATION:
Oneida County - POSTER CONTEST: Judging day will be held on Tuesday, January 19, 2027. Location: Courthouse in Rhinelander. We are currently looking for judges.
Oneida County - SPEAKING CONTEST: Wednesday, January 20, 2027 Location: ART START in Rhinelander. We are currently looking for judges.
AREA CONTEST DATE/LOCATION: Wood County - Thursday, January 28, 2027 The Contest will be held at 111 W Jackson Street, Wisconsin Rapids, WI.
(More details will be forthcoming)
STATE CONTEST DATE/LOCATION: Wednesday, March 3, 2027 at the Wilderness Resort, Wisconsin Dells. Address: 511 E Adams St, Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965.
LOCAL CONTEST DATE/LOCATION:
Oneida County - POSTER CONTEST: Judging day will be held on Tuesday, January 19, 2027. Location: Courthouse in Rhinelander. We are currently looking for judges.
Oneida County - SPEAKING CONTEST: Wednesday, January 20, 2027 Location: ART START in Rhinelander. We are currently looking for judges.
AREA CONTEST DATE/LOCATION: Wood County - Thursday, January 28, 2027 The Contest will be held at 111 W Jackson Street, Wisconsin Rapids, WI.
(More details will be forthcoming)
STATE CONTEST DATE/LOCATION: Wednesday, March 3, 2027 at the Wilderness Resort, Wisconsin Dells. Address: 511 E Adams St, Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965.