The biggest fish I almost caught...

The Utah Conservation Officers Association, Sportsman's Warehouse, Utah Bass Federation and The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources invite you to take part in the 2009 Fishing Essay Contest.

Six lucky Utah youth will win a a guided fishing trip—including food and accomodations—at Jordanelle Reservoir on Saturday, June 6, 2009. Don't miss your chance to sharpen your skills and learn expert fishing techniques from Utah BASS Federation pros and Utah Conservation Officers. We will select one winner from each grade 7 through 12.

Submit your essay online between February 1, 2009 and April 30, 2009. We will notify winners by telephone on May 15, 2009.

Contest rules

1. Write an essay on the topic: The biggest fish I almost caught...
2. The essay must be typed, double-spaced and be 300 to 500 words long. The title page must include the entrant's name, date of birth, grade in school, school he or she attends and a home telephone number. All participants must be Utah residents.
3. All essays must be submitted electronically or be postmarked by April 30, 2009. Each participant must submit his or her own work; no outside assistance is allowed.
4. Participants may submit entries online according the instructions on the next page.

All contest winners must sign an indemnification form prior to participating in the fishing trip. All submissions become property of the Utah Conservation Officers Association. Families of DWR employees are not eligible.