2015 John Madson Fellowship applications must be postmarked no later than March 2, 2015.
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OWAA announces location of 2017 annual conference
The Outdoor Writers Association of America has selected Duluth, Minnesota for three jam-packed days of sessions, demos, hospitalities and more. The Duluth Convention and Visitors Bureau and local chair Michael Furtman look forward to welcoming OWAA to Duluth June 24-26, 2017.
OWAA position on permits for filming and photography on public lands
Below is a summary of the position we have developed with respect to the U.S. Forest Service proposed regulations requiring permits to film on Forest Service land.
Bring the Outdoors Indoors: OWAA 2014-15 Traveling Photo Exhibit
Winning photos from the 2014 Excellence in Craft Contests, hosted by the Outdoor Writers Association of America, will be on display throughout the year. Exhibits will be featured at the following locations …
Attending outdoor trade shows in January? Let OWAA members know!
If you are attending any or all of these shows and would like to be included in our guides, please send the info requested to Membership and Conference Services Director Jessica Seitz at jseitz@owaa-oldsite.birchbarkmedia.com by Monday, Jan. 5.
OWAA offers scholarships for college students
Outdoor Writers Association of America is now accepting applications for its Bodie McDowell scholarship program. Scholarships are for the 2015-16 academic year. Application deadline is March 2, 2014.
Grant provides continuing education funding for outdoor communicators
Outdoor Writers Association of America encourages outdoor communicators to submit applications for the 2015 John Madson Fellowship. Applications must be sent to the OWAA headquarters, postmarked no later than March 2, 2015.
OWAA holds youth outdoor writing contest with cash prizes
Outdoor Writers Association of America is once again hosting the Norm Strung Youth Writing Awards contests. The 2015 contests allows promising young writers and poets to showcase their skills and win cash prizes totaling $1,700, thanks to the support and sponsorship of Safari Club International Foundation.