Arbor Day Poetry Contest
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Arbor Day
Poetry Contest
“Other holidays repose upon the past;
Arbor Day proposes for the future.”
–J. Sterling Morton.
2022 Arbor Day Poetry Contest – the 14th annual!
National Arbor Day celebrates its 150th anniversary on Friday, April 29th, 2022
Arbor Day is celebrated on the last Friday in April in the United States. It is marked by the planting of trees and emphasizes caring for them as a way to sustainably protect our planet’s natural resources.
Eligibility
2. One entry per person.
Poem Criteria
Line 1: 8 syllables, a: A child is weeping in the dark
Line 2: 8 syllables, a: His mother’s left him in the park
Line 3: 5 syllables, b: What was she thinking?
Line 4: 5 syllables, b: Had she been drinking?
Line 5: 3 syllables, b: Her wee king
Line 6: syllables, a: Her stretch mark
2. The poem must be original and hand-written or typed. Colorful poems and additional media are encouraged.
Submission Requirements
2. Submission options
• Mail to PO BOX 166 Lake Pleasant, NY 12108
• Email to: CaitlinStewart@HamiltonCountySWCD.org
• Drop off at the District office. Our lower entry always remains unlocked.
3. Name, mailing address, and email or phone number must be included on back of poem.
Judging
Prizes
2. Certificates for all participants
Good luck, have fun, and Happy Arbor Day!