Pottawattamie County Conservation is asking artists of all ages to share their most awesome Pottawattamie County park-themed t-shirt designs for a chance to have their creations featured on apparel that will support local conservation projects and park improvements. Winners will also receive an annual park membership, a free cabin stay, one lift ticket to Mt. Crescent Ski Area, and a t-shirt featuring their design.
“If you love your county parks and have an artistic flair, this is your opportunity to take that passion and use it to inspire others for a good cause,” Pottawattamie County Conservation promotions and outreach coordinator Kylie Jacott said. “Residents and visitors know our county parks the best, and that’s why we’re inviting them to take the lead on this and create what they want to see.”
The 2024 Pottawattamie County Park T-Shirt Design Contest is open to the public and all ages, including children and students. Designs may embody any or all county parks including Arrowhead Park in Neola, Botna Bend Park in Hancock, Hitchcock Nature Center or Mt. Crescent Ski Area in Honey Creek, Narrows River Park in Council Bluffs, or Olde Town Park in Macedonia. Possible themes to incorporate may include (but are not limited to) hiking trails, camping, bison and elk, fishing, kayaking/canoeing, the Loess Hills, native species and wildlife, skiing, snowboarding, or sledding.
Entries must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. on April 30th, 2024 by email. Submission and design rules and guidelines, which are available at pottconservation.com, must be followed to qualify. Winners will be announced the week of May 16th and apparel will be available for purchase online in late May. Apparel will also be available at Hitchcock Nature Center’s Loess Hills Lodge later this summer and at the Mt. Crescent Ski Area lodge during the 2024-2025 ski season.
