LHVA Student Poster Contest for Lakes Appreciation Month!
Calling all students from Ledyard and North Stonington—you have the chance to submit a winning poster - what is special about lakes?
The LHVA is thrilled to invite you to participate in our annual Lakes Appreciation Poster Contest! July is Lakes Appreciation Month, and we want you to show us why our local lakes, ponds, and reservoirs are so special to our community. One winner will be chosen from each age group: Grade School, Middle School, and High School.
Whether you love swimming, fishing, or simply appreciate the wildlife that depends on clean water, we want to see your creativity in action! Your poster should visually reflect the importance of our lakes and the vital role we play in protecting them.
Contest Details:
Theme: Why are lakes important to all of us? What makes lakes special to YOU? Include a theme or message about caring for lakes.
Poster details: Size using an 8" X 11", either in landscape or portrait • can be created using poster paints, watercolor, color pencil, pastels, oil, crayon, pencil, charcoal, markers, and original digital art • Student’s name should NOT appear on the front of the poster • All entries must have a complete and legible entry form attached to the back of the poster (please tape the form to the back - no staples).
Eligibility: All students in Grades K-12
Deadline: July 28, 2026; Winning posters will be presented at the LHVA Annual Summer Potluck Picnic, Sunday, August 2nd, 12 PM, and posted on our website and social media.
Prizes: The three winning entries will receive a $25 gift card for a pizza outing!
Download the LHVA Student Lakes Appreciation Poster Contest Entry Form 2026 and email both to INFO@THELHVA.ORG or mail to The LHVA, 72A Long Pond Rd S, Ledyard, CT 06339
Questions? Call or text Betsy Graham, 860.608.5620, or email info@thelhva.org