2024 Forest Festival Theme:

“Believe in Bunyan and Babe”

The first Mason County Forest Festival in 1945 honored the area's logging history by showcasing the value of timber to the community, while demonstrating the importance of safeguarding the forests against destructive fires.

Paul Bunyan is a larger-than-life folk hero who embodies frontier vitality. He is a symbol of might, the willingness to work hard, and the resolve to overcome all obstacles. Paul Bunyan is part of the western tall tale literature, which often populates the landscape with beings of gigantic proportions. We are proud that Paul, and his companion, Babe the Blue Ox, are the symbolic representatives of the annual festival.

Design Instructions:

• Must be original artwork from student.

• All designs must be in a 6” circle (template available to download.)

• Heavier paper stock is recommended, but any paper type can be used.

• Any art medium may be used (pencil, pen, watercolor, pastel, paint, etc.)

• DO NOT add any text to your artwork (text will be added to the final button design during printing.)

Legibly complete the back of your design with the following:

• Student’s First and Last Name

• Teacher’s Name (if applicable)

• Grade

• School Name (if applicable)

Entry Deadline: Friday January 12, 2024

Ways to Submit your Design:

• Email to: forestfestivalmasoncounty@gmail.com

• Drop off at Cooper Studios, 409 West Railroad Avenue, Shelton (there is a mail slot in the front door if locked)

• Mail to: Forest Festival, PO Box 252, Shelton WA 98584

How are Prizes Awarded?

The Mason County Forest Festival Committee will judge all entries and select the top ten (10) finalists on Wednesday, January 17, 2024.

All finalists will be invited to attend coronation and the Grand Prize winner announced during Mason County Forest Festival Coronation [date TBD] in the Shelton High School Auditorium.

Prizes:

• Top ten (10) Finalists - $50 cash each

• Grand Prize - $100 cash and their artwork will appear on the 80th Mason County Forest Festival Button.

Let’s keep this tradition alive by submitting your designs. Be creative, stick to the theme and have fun!!!