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Worcester's
rangers are promoting an 'open house' wildlife photo competition
as part of a Family Fun Day in Warndon Woodlands on April 24th.
They're
on the lookout for entries for judging by a team of Camera Club
experts prior to the big day - with prizes for the winners in three
categories as well as a special Rangers' Prize.
"As
its title 'Wild in Worcester' suggests, we're looking for photographs
of wildlife in Worcester.
"That
can mean wild plants, animals, birds, landscapes or a combination
of them all, and if the picture was taken on a site managed by the
Wildlife Rangers or in one of the City's formal parks, it can also
be entered for the Ranger's Prize" Ranger Richard Clarke commented
this week.
Judging
He
added that judges will also be looking for images that best demonstrate
the co-existence of nature and the built environment in the City
and that all entries must have been taken within the City's boundaries
- though, he said, they can be colour, monochrome and shot on film
or digital.
"Aside
from prizes, entrants can also expect to see their work on show
in various promotions we'll be planning to promote the City's wildlife
and green spaces throughout the year" he said.
Winners
in three categories - under 12, 12-17 and 18-plus - will be chosen
by members of Worcester Camera Club who will be linking with the
Rangers team to decide the overall winner of the special Rangers'
Prize.
"Aside
from being a useful exercise in terms of prizes and prestige, the
competition is also a way to encourage more people into local nature
reserves and green open spaces where they might not normally venture".
Details
and conditions of entry are available from the Rangers desk on (01905)
722328.
Check
out our own wildlife
gallery here.
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