• Fishing while wearing a PFD;
• Holding a catch while wearing a PFD;
• Family fishing while wearing PFD's;
• and Fishing Story & Photo

PLUS! Each month we will hold a random drawing from eligible entries for other prizes such as Fishing Tackle & Gear, and BoatUS Gift Cards.

So send in your fishing photos today and "Get Hooked on Safety"!

- "Get Hooked on Safety" Photo Contest Rules -

What to Submit:

• Fishing on a boat while wearing a PFD

• Holding a catch on a boat while wearing a PFD

• Family fishing on a boat while wearing PFD's

• Fishing Story & Photo - Submit an original story (350-700 words) that describes how you or someone you know was saved or helped by wearing a life jacket while fishing. Winning stories will encourage a “Get Hooked on Safety” attitude by convincing others to wear their life jackets.

Digital color photos are preferred. High resolution (300 dpi or higher) jpg or tif files are best. Photos can be accepted via email; CD or hard copy photos 4” x 6” or larger will be accepted.

Photos of unsafe or irresponsible boating behavior or poor fish handling practices will not be considered.

How to Enter:

• Send all digital photos via email to info@BoatUSAngler.com

Please include the following information with your submission:
1. Name
2. Address
3. Daytime Phone
4. Evening Phone
5. Email Address
6. Photo Location
7. Any other relevant information about your picture

• Send CD’s or hard copies to this address:

BoatUS ANGLER
Hooked on Safety Photo Contest
880 S. Pickett St.
Alexandria, VA 22304

Please include the following information with your submission:
1. Name
2. Address
3. Daytime Phone
4. Evening Phone
5. Email Address
6. Photo Location
7. Any other relevant information about your picture

Entry Deadline:

• Contest begins June 1, 2008. All entries must be received by September 30, 2008.

Prizes:

• One prize will be awarded for each category. Winners will be selected by BoatUS ANGLER staff and members of BoatUS Foundation.

• Each category winner will receive a Mustang MD3031 Auto-Inflatable Lifevest, (retail value $150.00)

• At the end of each month, a random drawing will be held for all entries received. Prizes will vary.

• Winner is responsible for all taxes.

Additional Rules:

• Submit as many photos as you like.

• Submissions will only be returned if accompanied with a self-addressed stamped envelope with adequate postage.

• The photographer is responsible for obtaining model release forms if necessary. By submitting a photo, the photographer assumes all responsibility for securing the necessary permissions

• By submitting a photo, you give BoatUS ANGLER permission to reprint the image as needed. Your name may or may not be included when used outside of this contest.

• Photos will be selected based on the effectiveness and quality of the image.

• All submitted photos will be available for use by BoatUS and BoatUS Foundation to promote safe angling practices.

• The photographer will retain the rights to the photo(s) and may sell or use the photos.

• BoatUS ANGLER reserves the right to change the contest rules without prior notification.

• No purchase necessary. Void where prohibited.

• Employees of BoatUS and their family members are not eligible for prizes.

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If you have any questions, please contact us at info@BoatUSAngler.com

Click Here for Catch & Release Tips  

Tips for taking great photos:

• For best color reproduction be sure your film or disposable camera isfresh; develop exposed film promptly.

• Choose the Right Film - the higher the number of ISO speed, the less light it takes to create a picture. With 400 ISO film you can take a picture on a heavy overcast day or indoors without a flash. But that photo will not look bright. The higher the ISO number, the less light you need, but the more grainy the photo will appear.

• Choose the right composition - Be aware of background clutter that might detract from your subject

• Fill the frame with your subject; be careful not to cut off anybody's head or the fish's tail

• If you are not removing the fish from the water, cradle it's upper body in one hand, keeping your fingers out of the gills, with your other hand grip the tail and then position the fish at an angle.

• If removing the fish from the water for photographs, have things ready before removing it. Take a few quick shots and return the fish to the water - never keep a fish out of water longer than you can hold your own breath.

  Now get out there and start shooting (and fishing)!