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April 28, 2005
The Spring Fling at the FFA Training Facility in Haines City, hosted by the Central Florida VCB, was a smashing success. We greatly appreciated all the kind words of support given by many who attended for the hard work put in by a lot of folks. Carol McLeod and Kelly Rote from the VCB arranging complimentary dinners and passes to the new Cypress Gardens and River Ranch Resort and they also generously sponsored the fishing tournament (won, incidentally, by nine-year-old Kristin Nilsen). Big thanks also goes out to the Recreational Fishing Alliance for sponsoring Saturday’s lunch and the Friday lunch sponsored by the Kissimmee CVB. TJ Stallings of TTI-Blakemore Companies co-sponsored the Hospitality Suite along with Dave Burkhardt and Triple Fish Line. It was the biggest spring conference of its type in FOWA's history with a record 67 members and guests attending.
For those who took photos at the Spring Fling and would like showcase their best images (please do not send all of them!) on the FOWA website, web master Mike Richards requests that photographers take into account the file size(s) of the photos being sent. A descriptive caption with each photo is requested, which can be in the e-mail with the picture(s) attached or in a text file on a CD. Be sure to reference the image file name at the beginning of the text caption so we will easily know which caption goes with each image. Each image will be optimized for the web for you, so original image files without modification is okay. Email images (with a combined file size below 3 mb) to: Kjbraden1@aol.com or send on CD to: Classic Communications, P.O. Box 276, Frostproof, FL 33843.
Please mark your calendars for the Gala Fall Conference which takes place in Kissimmee October 27-31, with Abby Montpelier and the Kissimmee CVB ready to put on a great event. A superb itinerary is being planned, including the Kickoff Banquest Roast of Lefty Kreh. Flip Pallot and others will be on hand to give Lefty the friendly needles. More details on all that’s in store are forthcoming.
Directories and new ID cards went in the mail this week. The ID cards will have an expiration date of April, 2006 to cover that period of time between the end of the 2005 membership year until the 2006-2007 directories have been mailed next year. The expiration date does not mean the membership expires in April 2006. Memberships will still be renewed at the end of 2005. Beginning next year, the FOWA Membership Directory will be available online in addition to the print version.
Other plans for this year include a bulletin board on the web site for members to send important group communications to each other. If you have other suggestions to improve FOWA, please send them to Doug Kelly at doug7kelly@yahoo.com.
An updated database and email list of all FOWA members, including new members, is available. To obtain the new database file or email list, please send your request to me at KJBraden1@aol.com.
In keeping with FOWA's new 501C3 mission statement to heighten the education of the public in the areas of conservation, safety, participation and environmental issues, FOWA has a new membership category called Conservation Partners (changed from Supporting Members). The membership fee is only $15. Conservation Partners can attend conferences and participate in most activities, with the exception of Breakout and voting privileges. If you know an aspiring writer, whether your child, grandchild or neighbor, encourage him or her to join FOWA as a Conservation Partner.
Did you know you could receive discounts on conference registrations or auction items at conferences? By referring either new Active Members or Corporate Members to FOWA, you will receive FOWA Bucks. They can be used for conference registrations, auction items or to pay your dues. For each Active Member you refer who joins, you will receive $25 in FOWA Bucks and for each Corporate Member $50 in FOWA Bucks. FOWA bucks are good for one year and are non-transferable.
If you have someone in mind to refer to FOWA, please do not send them a copy of the FOWA Market Newsletter. The newsletter is for current members only. Sending out the Market Newsletter to those outside of FOWA devalues your membership. A sample previous Market Newsletter will soon be posted on the FOWA web site. Please refer all potential new members to www.fowa.org to see the sample newsletter.
Finally, if you are an editor or publisher and have current market needs, please email them to me. Conversely, writers and photographers, tell the magazines you write for about the FOWA Market Newsletter and encourage the editors or publishers to send their current market needs to FOWA. If you also happen upon current markets or jobs in your never-ending quest for possible submissions, I encourage you to forward them to me.
Kelly Braden
KJBraden1@aol.com
HIGHLIGHTED MARKETS
Sport Fishing
Gulf of Mexico blue holes -- fishing ‘em. Also images of Gulf AJs, grouper, king, mackerel, grey snapper, cobia. (Note: no rigs in background please.) Before submitting, contact chris.woodward@worldpub.net.
Fishing in boats in rough seas/dramatic weather. Before submitting, contact doug.olander@worldpub.net.
also comment: Would-be contributors really should read and heed our pretty specific photographers’ guidelines before submitting. Available at www.sportfishingmag.com by clicking on tiny “editorial” at bottom of that home page. Amazing how many photographers, year after year, send us the same kind of images that we prefer to not use, despite pleas to provide what we need rather than what they want to send us -- a shame for them to waste their time that way.
Women In The Outdoors magazine, National Wild Turkey Federation, 770 Augusta Road, Edgefield, SC 29824 Phone: 803-637-3106 Fax: 803-637-0034 Web site: www.nwtf.org
Our photo needs for the Summer 2005 issue of Women In The Outdoors magazine (deadline for submissions is May 3, 2005) are pictures illustrating women:
* boating
* practicing boating safety (wearing life jackets, etc.)
* buying/shopping for a boat
* fly-fishing (preferably with men fishing in the background)
* traveling in an RV (with their families)
* hunting all types of game (older women only)
* hunting upland game birds (all ages)
We are also looking for great close-up shots of:
- cutthroat trout
- RVs
- feral cats (in suburban and rural areas)
And scenic images of:
- the Inca Trail in Peru
Please send no more than FIVE SLIDES of any one species or subject. Photos must show women practicing safety and ethics. If possible, each photo should have a written caption with a description of the shot and the names of the people shown. Please send the original (not duplicates) transparencies; 35mm slides are preferred. Contact the editor before sending digital images. The expected return date for photos selected for
consideration is usually 3 to 4 months from the time we receive the submission. For use of slides, we can pay $75 for 1/3 page or less, $100 for 1/2 page, $125 for full page and $175 for a 2-page spread. The deadline for
photo submissions for the Summer 2005 issue is May 3, 2005. Please include all stipulations in using your images when sending your submissions. If you are interested in submitting photos, please send them to Karen Lee, Editor, Women In The Outdoors magazine, National Wild Turkey Federation, P.O. Box 530, 770 Augusta Rd., Edgefield, SC 29824 (803) 637-3106 klee@nwtf.net.
From Sandy Friend:
TRADITIONAL TOOLS OPEN PUBLIC ACCESS TO FLORIDA'S WILDERNESS AREAS
In 1905, the sound of axes and crosscut saws rang out through Florida's forests as cypresses and longleaf pines were felled for lumber. Mainstays of the timber industry, these traditional tools vanished in the march of
progress-as did those precious virgin forests. A century later, to protect public access to Florida's hurricane-ravaged wilderness areas, 14 forest rangers who still practice those traditional skills came to Florida to teach
and help. Showcasing their traditional forestry skills during the USDA Forest Service Centennial, these wilderness experts will bring old-time timbering techniques to life through storytelling and demonstrations at the
53rd Annual Florida Folk Festival, Memorial Day Weekend in White Springs, Florida. Earlier this year, the crew descended on our wilderness areas, where the use of motorized tools is prohibited by law. Using classic
timbering techniques, they helped clear the Florida Trail and trained Florida Trail Association volunteers to use their knowledge and skills, which have all but disappeared in modern forestry practice. At the Festival,
they'll demonstrate the use of crosscut saws, axes, tree climbing techniques and rigging for moving trees and heavy materials. These skills and tools made it possible to work in the Juniper Prairie Wilderness, Juniper Run, and other sensitive environmental areas safely, without the devastating impacts caused by modern equipment.
Interested in covering this unique story? We can provide contact information for interviewees and photos from both the training sessions and the work in the forest. Of course, we encourage you to visit with and interview the experts as they present to the public at the Florida Folk Festival, May 27-30. They'll be lifting and roping logs, climbing trees, and if you ask, they'll explain just how the heck you use a crosscut saw from a canoe, as
was done to reopen Juniper Run for canoeists. Potential angles include Florida forestry heritage and culture, local Florida Trail volunteers trained to carry on old-time forestry skills, problem-solving for forestry work in wilderness areas, using traditional logging skills to preserve access to designated wilderness areas, USDA Forest Service Centennial celebration, and Wilderness preserves more than habitats: it preserves Florida's cultural heritage. You'll find additional information, including several short articles and photos at www.floridatrail.org. To request contact information, email Sandra Friend at sandrafriend@florida-trail.org or call 877-HIKE-FLA.
From Susan Young:
Florida Media, Inc. Is Looking For Freelancers!
We are looking for passionate writers who love journalism as much as they love Florida.
Assignment topics include:
Travel
Attractions
Resorts (reviews)
Festivals
Dining (reviews)
Bed & breakfast inns (reviews)
Shopping
Retirement
Business
Real Estate
Finance
Health
People (atypical Floridians)
Museums
Homes
Environment
Sports
Golf
Out-of-state getaways for Floridians
Florida history & heritage
For a copy of our writers’ guidelines, please send a SASE to Lisa Kehrer, 801 Douglas Ave., Suite 100, Altamonte Springs, FL 32714. You also may send a request via e-mail to lkehrer@floridamagazine.com. Please refrain from sending queries prior to viewing writers’ guidelines.
CURRENT MARKETS
360 Magazine
360 Magazine is presently accepting articles on all topics related to the wheelchair community. Departments range from 700 to 1,300 words and pay 10 to 25 cents per word, upon acceptance, for first electronic rights and nonexclusive archival rights. Simultaneous submissions are not accepted. Place all information in the body of the e-mail, including writing clips. No attachments; attached files will not be opened. Complete guidelines are at http://www.360mag.com/submissions.cfm. Submit story ideas and editorial questions to editorial@360mag.com.
Adventure Kayak
Adventure Kayak seeks kayak-touring articles that have depth, emotional impact and take-away value for the reader and that are complemented by striking photos. Articles should range from 100 to 2,000 words. Pay is 20 cents per word within 45 days following the release date of the issue in which the material appears. First North American rights are purchased. Complete guidelines are at http://www.rapidmagazineinc.com/pdf/akguidelines.pdf. Please also view Rapid and Canoeroots magazines at www.rapidmag.com. Send queries and photos via e-mail to editor@adventurekayakmag.com or via regular mail to Editorial Department, Adventure Kayak, Box 70, Palmer Rapids, ON K0J 2E0, Canada.
Apogee Photo Magazine
Apogee Photo Magazine seeks technical photography articles, digital photography articles, tips on the business of photography, wildlife photography tips and tricks (1,000-2,000 words) and product reviews (fewer than 1,000 words) with at least two photographs. Pay is 10 cents a word for original works (up to $150) and 3 cents a word for reprints, including photographs. You must hold the copyright to all submitted materials. Send query letter, SASE and signed submission form (access forms at http://www.apogeephoto.com/mag16/guidelines. html) to Apogee Photo Submissions, 12794 S. Hwy 285, Conifer, CO 80433; or e-mail mfulks@apogeephoto.com.
BoatU.S. Foundation, Life Jacket Photos Sought
The BoatU.S. Foundation is calling on outdoor photographers to send their best images depicting outdoor enthusiasts wearing a life jacket. Any photos selected for the new photo library can earn the photographer up to $100 per image. The deadline to submit photos for consideration is June 1, 2005, but purchases will start immediately on a first-come, first-served basis. Early submissions are encouraged, as funding is limited. There is no limit on number of submissions. To download an entry form and full submission guidelines, visit www.BoatUS.com/foundation/sportsman. The selected photos will become property of the U.S. Coast Guard and will be distributed to the press by the Foundation under the Sportsman’s Forum, a coalition of national sporting organizations brought together to promote boating safety amongst hunters and anglers.
Canoe & Kayak
Canoe & Kayak covers canoe and kayak camping, safety, the environment and history. Features (2,000-3,000 words) and departments (300-1,000 words) pay 15 cents per published word within 30 days of publication. Sought are perpetual, first-time and exclusive worldwide print rights, including first anthology and all electronic rights. Preference is given to writers who supply color photographs. Queries and complete manuscripts are accepted via e-mail at editor@canoekayak.com or on a CD to editor, Canoe & Kayak, P.O. Box 3146, Kirkland, WA 98083-3146. E-mail questions to Mike Kord at mike@canoekayak.com. Canoe & Kayak seeks previously unpublished images in 35-mm, 2 1/4-inch, or 4x5 slide formats that demonstrate common-sense knowledge about paddlesports, safety and the environment. Purchased are non-exclusive, one-time print and electronic rights. Payment is upon publication: color, $75 for quarter-page or smaller to $500 for the cover; black and white, $50 for quarter-page or smaller to $200 for a full page; and $25 for second use of all images in the same publication. Send submissions with SASE to art director, Canoe & Kayak, 10526 N.E. 68th St., Ste. 3, Kirkland, WA 98033. E-mail questions to photos@canoekayak.com.
DIMI Press
An independent press publishing nonfiction books. Currently we are publishing books about unusual things in nature, such as little-known areas of the world, rare animals, geographical anomalies, natural disasters, and the like." Welcomes new writers. Publishes 3-5 books/year. Publishes book 9 months after acceptance. Buys negotiable rights. Considers reprints. Responds 4 weeks. Catalog free with SASE. Guidelines online at http://home.earthlink.net/~dickbook/guidelines.html or by e-mail. CURRENT NEEDS: "Non-fiction book manuscripts on unusual things in nature (see guidelines for details)." Pays 10% royalties on net receipts. Books average 30K-70K words. Submit query by mail with SASE. HINTS: "Some suggested topics are huge disasters, such as a volcanic eruption or earthquake. A book about the coelacanth fish or the tuatara lizard might be something we would be interested in. It should include information on how to travel to observe the rare wildlife (or whatever) written about. We want books that, in a bookstore, would categorize as nature/travel. But we do not want travel guides, although accounts of interesting trips are a possibility. If the title could be marketed other than solely through bookstores, that would be a plus. Example: a subject that would be of interest to bird-watchers or some other specific interest group." 3820 Oak Hollow Lane, S.E., Salem, OR 97302-4774. P(503)364-7698. F(503)364-9727. Email: dickbook@earthlink.net. Website: http://home.earthlink.net/~dickbook. Dick Lutz, President.
Fishing & Hunting News
Fishing & Hunting News seeks writers living in Utah, Colorado, Washington, Oregon and Illinois to provide reports on local fishing and hunting opportunities. Payment is as follows: 300-500 words, $25; 1,000-1,500 words, $60 (with map, $100); photos (trophy shots), $10 inside and $50 covers. Purchased are first North American serial rights (for print and electronic media) and reprint rights (for print and electronic media) for use in all Outdoor Empire Publishing publications. Contact Managing Editor John Marsh at jkmarsh@fishingandhuntingnews.com, 206-624-3845, or Andy Walgamott at awalgamott@fishing
andhuntingnews.com, 206-695-8460, Fish-ing & Hunting News, 424 N. 130th St., Seattle, WA 98133.
FLW Outdoors Magazine
FLW Outdoors Magazine, geared toward serious bass, walleye, kingfish and redfish tournament anglers, seeks queries regarding celebrities and their passions for fishing (any species). Articles should be 600-1,000 words in addition to a short sidebar. Pay is $500 to $1,000 per article and $50 to $200 per photo, depending on the celebrity. Manuscripts must be original works and previously unpublished. Full print and Web rights to manuscripts and photographs are purchased. Submissions are acknowledged upon receipt. Queries will be answered as time permits. Queries should be e-mailed to Associate Editor Chris Eubanks at ceubanks@flwoutdoors.com.
Forest Magazine
Forest Magazine explores issues pertaining to America’s system of national forests with a connection to some aspect of the U.S. Forest Service. Basic pay rates are as follow: features (1,500-2,500 words) and departments (200-1,500 words), 30 cents per word with a 25-percent kill fee for unacceptable assignments; photos, $25 to $35 per published image and $100 for covers, upon acceptance. Purchased are first North American serial and electronic rights for articles, which are copyrighted under the name Forest Magazine. High-resolution color digital images and color transparencies are preferred. Query Editor Patricia Marshall at patricia@fseee.org.
Gray’s Sporting Journal
Gray’s Sporting Journal expects vividly written fact or fiction with a high entertainment value. Gray’s seeks fly-fishing and upland-bird-hunting manuscripts (1,500-3,000 words). Photo essays are accepted. Pay is from $600 to $1,250 for features, based on quality, not length; yarns average $300; poems pay $100. Pay is $50 to $300 for photographs. For “Expeditions” pieces, pay is $850 plus $75 per picture. Payment is made on publication. Modified North American serial rights are purchased. Electronic submissions are not accepted. Complete submission guidelines are published at www.grayssportingjournal.com/contact/guidelines.shtml. For more information, contact Russ Lumpkin, managing editor, 735 Broad St. (30901), P.O. Box 1207, Augusta, GA 30903-1207; call 706-823-3538; e-mail russ.lumpkin@morris.com. Gray’s Sporting Journal is perhaps best known for its dynamic, evocative photo essays and original portrayals of the outdoor sporting life. All photo submissions must include hunting or fishing action. Send a large selection of either original 35-mm slides or digital images, all properly labeled and identified. Pay is $50 to $300 for photographs, upon publication. No kill fees. Purchases modified North American serial rights. Contact Wayne Knight at P.O. Box 1207, Augusta, GA 30903-1207; call 706-722-6060; e-mail wayne.knight@morris.com. Photo es-says must include pertinent details (species, season, place, etc.) regarding the subject. See www.grayssportingjournal.com/
contact/guidelines.shtml for complete details.
Heartland Boating
Heartland Boating magazine covers topics for recreational boaters who cruise inland waters from the Great Lakes to the Gulf of Mexico and along the Mississippi River and all its tributaries. All types of boats are covered, but writers must focus tightly on the North American heartland. First North American serial rights or second North American serial rights for one year after publication are purchased. Payment ranges from $50 to $250 in a package including photos. Submission window is May 15-July 1. Write first for information, include SASE, to Lee Braff, editor, Heartland Boating, 319 N. Fourth St., Ste. 650, St. Louis, MO 63102.
Lakestyle
Lakestyle magazine seeks unsolicited manuscripts focusing on cabin and lake-home ownership that celebrate this lifestyle. Lakestyle relies heavily on photography; you are encouraged to submit photography that supports your story. Pay is between 10 and 25 cents per edited word for all rights. No unsolicited material will be returned unless previously agreed to, in writing, by the publisher or editor. Complete guidelines are at www.store.lakestyle.com/lakmagguidfo.html. Submit manuscripts and ask questions via e-mail at editor@lakestyle.com, or visit www.lakestyle.com.
Marco Polo Magazine
Marco Polo Magazine, geared to adventure travelers over the age of 50, seeks descriptive news (300-700 words) and feature articles (1,500-3,000 words) written in a strong voice with tight, relevant dialogue appealing to real-world travelers. Writers are encouraged to submit photography with articles. Payment is negotiated for first North American serial and nonexclusive digital reprint rights. Complete guidelines are at http://www.marcopolomagazine.com/writers/guidelines.asp. E-mail submissions or queries as attachments or part of the e-mail body to james@marcopolomagazine.com or via mail with SASE to Marco Polo Magazine, Attn.: Editorial Submissions, 695 Central Ave., Ste. 200A, St. Petersburg, FL 33701. Contact james@marcopolomagazine.com.
Mountain Living
"A high-end shelter and lifestyle magazine for people who live in, visit, or simply love the mountains." Welcomes new writers. Circ. 40K. Bimonthly. 80% freelance. Pays on acceptance. Publishes ms 3-12 months after acceptance. Buys first N.A. rights. No reprints. Responds 8-12 weeks. Sample $5.95. Subscription $17.97. Guidelines no longer available. "We suggest writers visit our website and request a sample copy to see what kinds of articles we publish and the style of writing we like." CURRENT NEEDS: "Writers who specialize in art, architecture and design." Pays $75-$300 for departments; $400-$600 for features. Mss average 300-1500 words. Submit query with clips by mail with SASE. PHOTOS/ART: On assignment. Buys occasional freelance photos specific to editorial. Pays $50-$600 per photo. HINTS: "I strongly urge people to read the magazine before querying. Also, I prefer the first query to be by mail and to include clips and an SASE." 7009 S. Potomac St., Suite 200, Centennial, CO 80112. P(303)397-7600 (no phone queries, please). F(303)397-7619. Email: irawlings@mountainliving.com. Website: http://www.mountainliving.com. Irene Rawlings, Editor-in-Chief; Mary Barthelme Abel, Managing Editor.
National Geographic Adventure
National Geographic Adventure seeks articles about foreign and U.S. national and state parks; little-known or undiscovered places; and diving, climbing, mountaineering, biking, backpacking and kayaking trips varying from off-the-beaten-path locales to adventure sports articles. Photographs should accompany articles. Send portfolio submissions (fewer than 60 images) to Sabine Meyer or Caroline Hirsch, the magazine’s photo editors. Failure to furnish caption information for photos results in payment being withheld. National Geo-graphic Adventure pays travel and all field expenses. Guidelines are at www.nationalgeographic.com/adventure/photo_guidelines.html. Send queries, with cost estimate, trip length and SASE to National Geographic Adventure, 104 W. 40th St., 18th Flr., New York, NY 10018; or e-mail adventure@ngs.org.
Paint Horse Journal
Paint Horse Journal (PHJ) seeks material for its “Great Rides” page. This page is a quick-read destination piece for horseback-riding enthusiasts. All submissions must include at least two good-quality, well-composed photos of the area, with at least one shot showing a horse and rider. Because the PHJ is a breed publication, the magazine cannot use photos of appaloosas, Arabians or equines that obviously are not paint horses. Photos should have a description of how to get to the location, horse/trailer accommodations at the trailhead and what will be seen on the ride itself (approximately 350-400 words total). Payment is $250 per article, paid on acceptance. Purchases first North American serial rights. Special needs: rides in the Midwest, Northeast, East and South. Query Dan Streeter at dstreeter@apha.com or call 817-834-2742, ext. 210.
PCPHOTO
PCPHOTO is a national magazine for people wanting to explore and expand their application of photography. Features include interview and portfolios, how-tos, non-technical equipment evaluations and reviews of new technology. Payment – upon publication – goes up to $200 per page for photos, while text is dependent upon length (generally purchased as a package), for one-time and electronic archival rights. Guidelines are at www.pcphotomag.com/content/submissions.html. Mail photo queries (include 20 photos maximum and send high-quality inkjet printouts, duplicate transparencies or tear sheets – never originals) to Werner Publishing Corp., 12121 Wilshire Blvd., 12th Flr., Los Angeles, CA 90025-1176. E-mail submissions are not accepted. Direct questions to pceditors@wernerpublishing.com.
Rock Spring Press
Rock Spring Press Inc., a new book publisher based in Jacksonville, Fla., seeks nonfiction manuscripts for books about travel, the world out-of-doors and nature. Authors should send a cover letter, short synopsis of the book and three sample chapters. Include an SASE or e-mail address for replies. Send submissions to Rock Spring Press Inc., 6015 Morrow St. E., Ste. 106, Jacksonville, FL 32217. Anthologies or story collections will not be considered. Direct questions to Alice Platt, 904-208-0795, alice.platt@rockspringpress.com.
The Sportsman Magazine, Archery Articles
The Sportsman Magazine, a magazine and program guide for The Sportsman Channel, is looking to create relationships with writers and photographers who are interested in getting involved with a market that distributes nationally. The Sportsman Magazine is currently seeking articles related to pre-season archery. Sought are tips on what you do to keep in shape, get your bow ready and other interesting techniques that might help out fellow bow-hunters. Previously published articles are welcome. The Sportsman Magazine is willing to pay for quality articles and feels that this is a great opportunity for writers to receive widespread exposure. For more information or to submit examples of your work, please contact Nicholle Sikora at 262-662-3800, ext. 12, or by e-mail at nsikora@thesportsmanchannel.com.
The Sportsman Magazine, Dog Training Articles
The Sportsman Magazine, a magazine and program guide for The Sportsman Channel, is looking to create relationships with writers and photographers who are interested in getting involved with a market that distributes nationally. The Sportsman Magazine is currently seeking articles related to off-season dog training. What do you do to keep your dog fit for the summer and ready to go when the season starts up again? What techniques do you recommend to keep your hunting partner alert and ready? What about some tips on what not to do during the off-season? Previously published articles are welcome. The Sportsman Magazine is willing to pay for quality articles and feels that this is a great opportunity for writers to receive widespread exposure. For more information or to submit examples of your work, please contact Nicholle Sikora at 262-662-3800, ext. 12, or by e-mail at nsikora@thesportsmanchannel.com.
Stackpole Books
Stackpole Books is accepting book queries. Describe briefly and clearly what the book is about, your target audience, what qualifies you to write the book, what competing books are on the market and how your book is different. Don’t initially send manuscript or photos and illustrations. If the book idea fits Stackpole’s program, the editor will request materials. Send queries to the appropriate editor (visit http://www.stackpolebooks.com) at Stackpole Books, 5067 Ritter Rd., Mechanicsburg, PA 17055.
Traveling Wingshooter, New Hunting Magazine
The publisher of The Pointing Dog Journal and The Retriever Journal seeks correspondents living in major upland bird and waterfowl hunting states to supply where-to-go features. Stories would appear in The Traveling Wingshooter, launching July 2005, and may appear in either of the other two magazines. Payment is $400-$450 for 1,500-1,750 words with photos (minimum of four), upon publication, for first North American serial rights. Mail queries to Steve Smith, editor, The Traveling Wingshooter, 2779 Aero Park Dr., Traverse City, MI 49686. E-mail queries are preferred: contact Jason Smith, managing editor, jake@villagepress.com.
MEMBERS' CORNER
From Bob Bass:
Fun-N-Done
By Bob Bass
As fellow FOWA member Susan Young says, “I am glad the Sun-N-Fun fly-in is done”. We met there on two different days and I attended three more days myself. Truly it was a fun event and Susan and I found stories waiting to be written around every corner. From the story about the new Tom Davis Educational Center to help kids to get into aviation to two guys in wheel chairs from something called Air Challenge who were pilots, the stories were there.
The way media people are treated is a story in itself. All you have to do is log onto SunNFun.org, fill out a short form and go to the fly-in. At the main gate you will receive your weeklong press pass and the latest news releases related to the event. In the Media building you will be rewarded with interviews with all the famous folks at the event as well as breakfast, lunch, and plenty of cold water, sodas, and coffee to keep you going. The helpful personnel in the building will also arrange more interviews and perhaps a turn on the high lift on the flight line that gives you a great view of the air show which starts everyday at 2:00PM. Best of all you will meet other media people from all over the world and be able to compare notes.
The radio control club that my 8-year-old grandson and I belong to are active promoting Operation First Flight for kids. It is a program that gets them started on a flight simulator and finally at the controls of a radio controlled model. There is a Youth Activities tent that was opened in the morning and until the air show started each day that had the simulators available for the kids to try and classes on rib building and other great stuff. Jim Mahoney is an active EAA member who is in charge of Operation First Flight in the summer and his tireless efforts with the kids is really appreciated. Other members of the Prop Busters and Imperial RC clubs act as instructors for the kids.
The “Glacier Girl” one of only three P-38 Lightning aircraft flying was there and was swamped by people taking pictures and finding out about the effort it took to retrieve the airplane from the Greenland ice cap where she was trapped under 268 feet of ice since 1943.
The stories go on and on, but yes I am glad Sun-N-Fun is over for this year. Guess I had too much fun.
If you haven’t attended the second largest air show in the world, next April apply for your press credentials and go.
JOBS
BassFan, Editor/Writer
BassFan seeks a part-time freelance editor/writer for cutting-edge sports and industry coverage. Candidates must be familiar with competitive bass fishing. Avid BassFan.com readership is preferred. Candidates also must be fast, accurate and good, as well as quick learners. Experience in daily news and/or sports coverage is a plus. Relocation is not required. Travel is not required beyond two to three times per year. E-mail qualifications and short note (no more than 500 words total) to editorial@bassfan.com, subject: “new hire.” BassFan is an aggressive, growing company that owns, among other properties, BassFan.com, the world’s largest fishing Web site, with 1.1 million individual users monthly.
Bradenton Herald, Copy Editor
The Bradenton Herald, winner of five APSE awards this year, has an opening on its sports staff for a copy editor who knows the difference between it's and its (and there and their, for that matter), writes headlines that are clever without being cliche, and can make deadlines without working up a sweat. We cover everything from pee wees to the pros (Bucs, Devil Rays and Lightning). And we're just minutes from some of the world’s finest beaches.The Herald is a Knight Ridder paper (49,000 circulation) with competitive salary and benefits.
Send a cover letter and resume with layout samples to: Jim Smith, Managing Editor, Bradenton Herald, 102 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton FL 34205. Or email to jesmith@heraldtoday.com. Full-time. Salary not specified. Ad expires May 24, 2005. Job ID 418565. Website: www.heraldtoday.com.
Florida Times-Union, Presentation Editor
When readers pick up a copy of The Florida Times-Union, we want them to be wowed. And that will be your mission as presentation editor. We're looking for an imaginative journalist with vision who can add energy and impact throughout the newspaper. We want you to work with all departments to ensure our stories are accompanied with the correct visual elements. You'll supervise a staff of six designers who create news section fronts, but you will also coach designers in all departments on contemporary design skills.
If you think you can wow our readers and our staff, send us your resume, a cover letter explaining your design philosophy, at least six examples of that reflect your best work to: The Florida Times-Union, Attn: Human Resources, One Riverside Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 32202. Candidates should have at least five years of newspaper experience. Management experience is preferred. You may apply with your resume in Microsoft Word format ''not HTML'' or in the text of the e-mail to: tujobs@jacksonville.com. Please include in the subject line: FL-TU and reference the position you are applying for. Please include salary requirements for all positions. You may fax your resume to: 904-359-4076. Full-time. Salary not specified. Ad expires May 19, 2005. Job ID: 450783.
Lehigh Acres (FLA) News Star, Copy Editor/Reporter
The News-Star, a growing twice weekly publication in beautiful Southwest Florida, is seeking a candidate with excellent copy editing skills. Applicants should have strong headline writing skills, be able to work efficiently with little supervision and have a solid foundation in copy editing for clarity and accuracy. The position also involves writing some stories and taking photos. Some design work necessary. The position also involves doing some work for the daily publication, The News-Press, a 100,000 circulation daily in Fort Myers. There's great opportunity for advancement for an ambitious person. Send cover letter, resume and work samples to Michelle Hudson, Editor, Lehigh Acres News Star, 1280 Lee Blvd., Lehigh Acres, FL, 339970 or e-mail mhudson@fortmyer.gannett.com. Full-time. Salary not specified. Ad expires May 16, 2005. Job ID: 447792.
Naples Daily News, Copy Editor/Page Designer
The Naples Daily News, a Scripps Howard newspaper on Florida's beautiful southwest Gulf coast, has an immediate, full-time opening for a news copy editor/page designer. Candidates must possess the design skills to create eye-catching pages and the word skills to improve copy and craft excellent headlines. College degree and experience at a daily newspaper required. Pages at the award-winning, 70,000-circulation daily are produced using the Harris pagination system and QuarkXPress. E-mail your resume and work samples, plus the telephone numbers of three professional references, ASAP to News Editor Tim Aten, tlaten@naplesnews.com. Work samples also may be sent to: Tim Aten, news editor, Naples Daily News, 1075 Central Ave., Naples, FL 34102; fax: (239) 435-3451. Full-time. Salary negotiable. Ad expires May 31, 2005. Job ID: 507441. Website: www.naplesnews.com.
Ocala Star-Banner, Copy Editor/Page Designer
The Star-Banner, a New York Times-owned newspaper in Florida, is looking for a copy editor/designer for its three weekly publications. This is a great opportunity for copy editors who take pride in cleaning up copy and designing attractive pages. This editor will design and execute pages, write headlines, edit and layout pages. Candidate should have strong design, layout, editing and writing skills, and excel at grammar, spelling and the details of the AP Stylebook. Pagination experience is a plus. At least one year of experience as a copy editor at a daily newspaper preferred; four-year college degree or equivalent experience. The Star-Banner offers excellent benefits and is located 75 miles north of Orlando in the heart of horse country. If you are looking for an opportunity to get a lot of experience in design and copy editing at an award-winning set of publications, send us your resume. We need to fill this position soon, so don't wait. Full-time. Salary negotiable. Ad expires May 26, 2005. Job ID: 506060. Website: www.ocala.com.
Tampa Tribune, Copy Editor
The Tampa Tribune, a Media General newspaper,is looking for a copy editor. Job responsibilities include providing secondary editing for punctuation, grammar, style, spelling, accuracy and legal issues; write headlines, cutlines and other navigational elements that capture the readers’ attention and make the key points of the story instantly conspicuous; and proof pages. Familiarity with SII and Harris pagination systems helpful; Internet-searching skills necessary. The ability to edit stories and write accurate, engaging display type on deadline is essential. Sound news judgment, excellent communication skills, an appreciation of good writing and knowledge of current events and history are also required. Bachelor’s degree required; training in copy editing, such as a specialized internship, or seminars is desirable. More than a year of copy editing experience at a daily newspaper is preferred. Candidates who have demonstrated exceptional skills during specialized internships, such as the Dow Jones editing program, may be considered. To apply please send cover letter, resume, references and headline writing samples to Beverly Dominick, News Recruiting/Training Manager, The Tampa Tribune, 200 S. Parker Street, Tampa, FL 33606 or email bdominick@tampatrib.com. Job status not specified. Salary not specified. Ad expires May 20, 2005. Job ID: 419406.
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Memoirs Ink Writing Contest seeks original, previously unpublished, well-written personal essays, memoirs or stories that are based on autobiographical experiences. Submissions should be written in first person and fewer than 3,000 words. Entry fee is $10. Prizes are as follows: first, $1,000; second, $500 and third, $250. Submission deadline is Aug. 1, 2005, with winners announced Sept. 15. Entrants grant Memoirs Ink temporary electronic rights and electronic archiving rights. See contest information at www.memoirsink.com/docs/contest1.html. Send entries to Memoirs Ink Writing Contest, 468 N. Camden Ave., Ste. 211, Beverly Hills, CA 90210. E-mail questions to Stephanie at memoirs_ink@yahoo.com.
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