Northwest KS Regional Eco-Meet

The Northwest KS Regional Eco-Meet includes 16 counties: Cheyenne, Rawlins, Decatur, Norton, Phillips, Rush, Sherman, Thomas, Sheridan, Graham, Rooks, Wallace, Logan, Gove, Trego, and Ellis.

Up to 28 teams are accepted at this event. Participating schools may bring up to 4 teams, but if space is available, additional teams may be allowed. Grade levels 7-12 may compete.

Scholarships:

Scholarship availability is dependent on the willingness of sponsors to contribute to our NW KS Regional ECO-Meet scholarship fund. If you would like to donate, or know of someone who might like to donate, please contact Mike Rader.

When funding is available, the following scholarships are awarded to qualifying students:

  • 1st Place Team: $100 per student
  • 2nd Place Team: $75 per student
  • 3rd Place Team: $50 per student
  • 1st Place Individuals for each exam: $75
  • 2nd Place Individuals for each exam: $50

Those who qualify have the opportunity to earn additional scholarship awards at State!

When: October 3, 2024

Where: Sternberg Museum

Contact: Mike Rader, (620)-672-0708

2024 Registration

2024 Coaches Letter | 2024 NW Kansas Registration Form | Photo Release

Coaches should complete the registration at least 2 weeks before the competition. We require a $8 fee per person (students and adults).

Send registration and checks to:

ATTN: Mike Rader
KDWP – Pratt Operations Office
512 SE 25th Ave
Pratt, KS 67124

Email: mike.rader@ks.gov

Photo release forms can be brought with you on the day of the competition. Each student and coach participating should sign a photo release. This form is optional, but filling it out allows us to publish photos of the competition and winning teams.

2024 NW Kansas Schedule

On competition day, breakfast and lunch will be provided for students and coaches! If someone in your group has dietary needs, contact Mike Rader.

 

Are you a scholarship winner?

Scholarship Claim Form

Collect your scholarship awards after you’re enrolled in a college, university, or similar postsecondary institution. Follow the instructions on the form, and we’ll take care of the rest!

If you don’t remember the amount you’ve earned, contact Mike Rader (mike.rader@ks.gov).

Congratulations 2024 Champions!

2024 NW KS Results

 

Thank you to our 2024 NW Kansas Eco-Meet Sponsors! 

Ellis County Conservation District
First State Bank – Hill City & Norton
Graham Co. Conservation District
Midwest Energy
Nex-Tech – Hays
Norton Co. Conservation District
Rooks County Conservation District
Smoky Hill 424 Pheasants Forever
Solutions North Bank – Stockton
Sternberg Museum of Natural History – Hays
Visit Hays
Western Prairie R C & D – Oberlin