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June 1, 2007
Greetings fellow members,
I received 179 entries from 31 members for the Excellence in Crafts Awards contest. The entries were mailed to the judges, six of whom were new, on May 20th. Thanks to everyone who participated!
Once again, the frequency of the Market Edge depends on the amount of material collected. If you come across any market need, press trip, contest, event or job, please send it to me to share with your fellow FOWA members.
Please see the following letter from the Florida Sea Grant regarding our FOWA scholarship.
Kelly Braden
KJBraden1@aol.com
Conference Mailing
In about a week you'll be receiving a mailing on FOWA 61st annual fall conference that takes place Sept. 12-16 in Homosassa. You'll get all the details on the itinerary, speakers, activities, hotel reservations, pre- and post-conference opportunities, and a registration form.
It's going to be a great conference in one of the most beautiful areas of Florida.
See you in Homosassa,
Doug Kelly
Executive Director
HIGHLIGHTED MARKETS
Sport Fishing
Howdy, Mates -- Once again, a few foto needs.... enough to justify this APB. As always, please the contact primary editor listed for each need. Med-rez jpgs fine for initial review. (Very lo-rez are tough because they end up either so small or so fuzzy onscreen that an assessment is difficult.) Always happy to look at potentially great COVER images. Also, happy to review digital images anytime -- never hurts to share new stuff so we have a good idea who’s got what....
Cheers --
DOUG
Doug Olander
Editor in Chief
Sport Fishing Magazine
doug.olander@worldpub.net; 407-571-4576
460 N. Orlando Ave. Suite #200 Winter Park, FL 32789
Deadline: July 1
Towers (all types/designs) on open boats; people using towers, fabricating them; detail shots including accessories for towers. Contact chris.woodward@bonniercorp.com.
Anglers with king mackerel. Contact andy.hahn@bonniercorp.com.
Cast-netting and/or sabiki use for catching large live baits; livewells full of baits. (Andy Hahn)
Good-sized tarpon jumping in front of or among thick mangroves. Contact mike.mazur@bonniercorp.com.
Large albacore but only after dark. Contact doug.olander@bonniercorp.com.
Fish Photo Needed
I’m looking for an image of nesting sunfish/bluegill/bream to use in a children’s fishing book.
The image must be hi-res digital.
Deadline: June 4. Pay rate: $65
Contact: Andy Hahn andy.hahn@bonniercorp.com
CURRENT MARKETS
Bird Hunting Report
The Bird Hunting Report newsletter speaks to traveling wing shooters who want the facts on quality places to hunt. Sought for publication are experienced-based, fact-checked reports that make educated value judgments and recommendations about available worldwide hunting opportunities: on public and private lands, in lodges and clubs or “do-it-yourself.” This is a great secondary market for information you’ve gathered for other stories. Payment is 16 cents per word for an 800-1,000-word report. No photo support is required. Direct questions, queries and requests for style sheets to Managing Editor Tom Carney, tom@birdhuntingreport.com.
FLW Outdoors magazine
FLW Outdoors magazine, published eight times annually, three editions per issue (bass, walleye and saltwater), is geared toward serious anglers. The saltwater edition’s editors currently seek general saltwater queries. Articles should be 1,800-2,500 words in addition to a short sidebar. Pay is $500 per article and $50-100 per photo. Manuscripts must be original; print and Web rights to manuscripts and photographs are purchased. Submissions are acknowledged upon receipt. Queries will be answered as time permits. E-mail queries to Will Brantley, associate editor, at wbrantley@flwoutdoors.com.
Women are a growing demographic in the outdoor recreation world. Womenoutdoorsmagazine.com intends to provide solid content and information for women interested in new outdoor activities. The editors seek articles about hunting, fishing, camping, travel, horses, cooking in the field, hiking, family adventure, gear that actually works for women and short, newsy pieces on interesting events. This is a quarterly publication, and articles for any season are sought. Please have at least one digital photo available per article. Payment is $25 per feature article and $10 for a short piece, paid on publication, with byline and link to your Web site. Reprints are fine. Send queries or questions to Amy Grisak at agrisak@yahoo.com.
Grit
Grit, American Life and Traditions, Ogden Publications, 1503 SW 42nd St., Topeka KS 66609-1265. 785-274-4300. Fax: 785-274-4305. Email: grit@grit.com. Website: www.Grit.com Editor-in-Chief. 90% freelance written. Estab. 1882. We have recently redesigned Grit to be a bi-monthly magazine on rural lifestyles and small farming. Circ. 130,000. Monthly. Pays on publication. Period between acceptance and publication varies. Buys shared rights. No reprints. Subscription $12.95; call 866-803-7096 for Customer Care. Sample articles on Web site. Guidelines by mail with SASE and online at http://forums.writersweekly.com/viewtopic.php?p=44440 and http://www.grit.com/guidelines and 9x12 SASE envelope (with at least $2.07 in postage). Current Needs: "We need useful, practical information on livestock, gardening, farm equipment, home-and-yard improvement and related topics. We also offer some nostalgia articles in each issue - what it was like living on the farm in the Great Depression, how the family kept the peace during holidays, etc. What we expect from anyone who wants to write for us is that they know what the magazine is about. Submit seasonal material 6 months in advance." No unsolicited manuscripts, assignments only. Submit query by mail or email. "Our pay rates vary from $75 for a short, newsy article for Grit Gazette to $750 or more for long, feature articles. We negotiate individually with writers rather than paying a per-word fee." Photos/Art: N/A.
Shotgun Sports
Shotgun Sports is looking for trap, sporting clays and skeet articles. If you have a story ready to go (or almost ready), send it in! Make sure your story is out there for shooters to read. The editors are not interested in hunting stories at this time. Please hold all hunting submissions until later this fall. Payment for articles ranges from $50-$200, upon publication, for all rights. Do not query; send manuscripts via e-mail to shotgun@shotgunsports.com or mail to Linda Martin, production coordinator, Shotgun Sports, P.O. Box 6810, Auburn, CA 95650. Read editorial guidelines at www.shotgunsportsmagazine.com.
Turistampa
Turistampa, publishing about and for the travel and tourism industry in Mexico (since 1969 in Spanish) is launching a U.S.-based English-language travel magazine only about Mexico. Premiering in June 2007, Mexico Travel & Life will launch as a 100+ page full color magazine distributed on newsstands and via mail throughout the U.S. and Canada. Our first issue has articles on Cancun's resurgence; Puerto Vallarta; Yacht vacations in the Sea of Cortes; the Maya Riviera; and Tequila. Our articles are 1200 words long and HEAVY on photography. A 1200-word article might be stretched to 8-10 pages, depending on the photography. No articles will be considered without photography. We do not assign articles at this time but will look at articles already written that are accompanied by low-res digital photos. We will also consider previously-published articles if they were published in limited distribution or local publications.
We also have staff writers and editors, but are interested in all submissions.
Jack Tyler
5850 San Felipe Suite 500
Houston
TX
77057
713-706-6153
Jack@MexicoTravelAndLife.com
www.MexicoTravelAndLife.com
Please contact by: Email
PRESS TRIPS
Tesoro Manzanillo, Mexico
Writers on assignment invited on press trip to Tesoro Manzanillo, Mexico (June 28-July 2, 2007)
Contact: Mexican Pacific Marketing
Email: press@mexicanpacific.com
Website: www.tesororesorts.com
Phone: 949-340-2602 US / +52 314 335-3208 (MX)
Dates: June 28-July 2, 2007
Inclusions: All-inclusive accommodations for 4-nights and meals at Tesoro Manzanillo. Pre-arranged activities and tours organized as part of press group. Roundtrip airfare and transfers.
Exclusions: Additional tours, meals and spa treatments not outlined in the itinerary. Phone calls, incidentals and personal purchases. Travel companion welcome when sharing a room with working journalist- their expenses are the responsibility of the writer.
Journalist Requirements: Writers with an assignment for articles related to family travel, active lifestyles travel (golf, fishing, etc), Manzanillo destination, and groups/meetings/conventions will be given priority. Applicable to writers with assignments for major print publications (100,000 circulation or more) and/or weekend travel features in daily newspapers in target demographic markets for Tesoro Manzanillo (Southern California, Vancouver, Denver, Houston,
Minnesota). Journalists will be considered based on the criteria of national exposure, circulation of publication, and letter of assignment. Freelancers with more than one confirmed assignment for publications matching Tesoro Manzanillo target markets will also be given preference.
Please provide the following as a complete application package:
. Three recently published clips or links to current articles/publications
. Nature of assignment (word count, estimated date of publication, photo inclusion)
. Publication details (circulation, frequency of publication, readership demographic)
. Letter of assignment from editor confirming story and/or editor's name and contact information
Description: Rising dramatically above the beautiful beach La Audiencia, the area's most historic cove, Tesoro Manzanillo features 331 rooms and suites, nearby championship golf and deep sea fishing packages, shopping and dining, and is the ideal choice for treasured romantic getaways, family vacations and meetings or conventions.
Manzanillo lies in a secluded series of bays against the backdrop of the rolling Sierra Madre along Mexico's Pacific coast four hours south of Puerto Vallarta and six hours north of Ixtapa in the tiny state of Colima.
Join a select group of journalists on assignment in discovering the highlights of Mexico's authentic tropical beach destination with a four-night FAM to Tesoro Manzanillo, a versatile all-inclusive hotel nestled on a wide sandy beach in the area's most historic cove. Find out more about Tesoro Resorts' $10 million renovation plans, the newly renovated Adobe Mexican-theme restaurant and brand new kids' adventure water park, and what makes Mexico's family-friendly hotel brand so distinct. Spend time on the water, play the links, dine at local eateries, discover Colima state's colonial capital and shop Manzanillo's bustling beachside flea markets. Read up on www.tesororesorts.com
Most important will be FREE TIME to explore on your own, at your pace to cater to your unique interests, publication focus and story angles. Uncover your own personal experiences and make the trip one that you can write about again and again.
Please email application to Mexican Pacific Marketing, press@mexicanpacific.com before Friday, June 8, 2007.
Grand Ole Opry/Nashville Media Visit
Contact:
Lesley Bellus
bpr/bellus public relations
954-647-1297
lesley@belluspr.com
We are hosting a Grand Ole Opry/Gaylord Entertainment media visit July 12 - 15, 2007.
The Grand Ole Opry, an American institution, is the perfect getaway blending music, history and fun. The oldest continuous radio program in the United States (since November 28, 1925), the Opry is a weekly
country music radio program broadcast live on WSM radio in Nashville, Tennessee and televised on the Great American Country network.
The Opry is not just a destination for country music fans. The country-western genre has its roots in traditional folk music, Celtic music, blues, gospel and old time tunes. Country music is at the root
of us all, as it has descended from folk songs, ballads and other songs of the English, Scottish and Irish settlers of the U.S. southeastern seaboard. The Opry offers a variety of travel angles including, family travel, unique travel, locations within driving distance and, of course, historic/Americana opportunities.
In many ways, the artists and repertoire of the Opry defined American country music. Hundreds of performers have entertained as cast members over the years, including new stars, superstars and legends. You never know who you'll see at the Opry. Current members include Trace Adkins, Clint Black, Garth Brooks, Vince Gill, Emmylou Harris, Reba McEntire and Trisha Yearwood, many often making impromptu appearances.
During your visit, you'll experience the Opry - likely from backstage. You'll stay at the incredible Gaylord Opryland hotel and, of course, we'll arrange for you to experience other Nashville destinations such
as the Ryman Auditorium, the Country Music Hall of Fame and more.
JOBS
Atlantic Publishing – Editor/Proofreader, Ocala
Small, rapidly growing publishing company has entry level editorial/proofreader position open. This position will require strong editing skills as the person will be editing manuscripts about to be published along with other documents. Editor will also be doing some proofreading of manuscripts after they have been through layout. Please email resume and samples to Doug Brown through link below. dbrown@atlantic-pub.com Atlantic Publishing Company Call: 352-622-6220 Located In Ocala, Florida. Full-time. Salary $20,000 to $25,000. Ad expires June 11, 2007. Job ID: 742958. Website: http://atlantic-pub.com.
EVENTS
Ladies Angle for Fishing Skills at “Ladies, Let’s Go Fishing”® St. Petersburg Seminar, Oct. 12-14, 2007
5/30- Women of all angling abilities can acquire and fine-tune fishing skills at the award winning "Ladies, Let's Go Fishing!"® seminar! Hosted by Florida's Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) and presented by Mercury Outboards, the program offers a full weekend of educational fishing activities on Oct. 12-14 at the Holiday Inn Harborside, Indian Rocks Beach.
The seminar will kick off with a welcome reception at the Holiday Inn Harborside on Friday evening, Oct. 12, from 6:30 - 8:30pm. The classroom portion starts at 7:30 am on Saturday, Oct. 13, where fishing techniques will be taught at beginner and intermediate/advanced levels. Fishing topics are: Rod and Reel Basics, Inshore, Offshore, Bottom and Fly Fishing. After lunch, the women will participate in several "hands-on" fishing stations, such as conservation techniques, spin casting, net casting, landing and releasing, knot tying, gaffing grapefruits, boat handling, trailer backing and reeling against pressure. On Sunday, Oct. 14, a fishing trip is offered, concluding with a fillet class. There are opportunities for local businesses and area anglers to participate.
Featured on Inside Edition and more, the series is supported by the FWC through the Sport Fish Restoration Program and by partners such as Mercury Outboards, Bass Pro Shops, Ranger, Boat/U.S. Marine Insurance, Gulfstream Int'l Airlines, Lowrance, Shimano, Sebago, and Magic Tilt Trailers.
Registration for the St. Petersburg seminar, which should be made one week in advance at the latest, is $135, including meals, T-Shirts, goody bags, door prizes and more. The fishing adventure, with fishing tackle and bait provided, is additional.
The 2007 seminar schedule also includes Islamorada, FL Keys, Sept. 14-16. "Ladies, Let's Go Fishing!" also offers memberships in local chapters in Florida.
Contact: LLGF, P.O. Box 550429, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33355, phone 954-475-9068, fax 954-474-7299, toll free information 1-888-321-LLGF (5543), email: billfishbetty@hotmail.com, website: www.ladiesletsgofishing.com.
Calendar Information: "Ladies, Let's Go Fishing!"® saltwater fishing seminar for women, Oct. 12-14, 2007 Holiday Inn Harborside, Indian Rocks Beach, FL. $135 registration includes Welcome party, classes at beginner/advanced levels, lunch, hands-on skill stations, fish fillet class, T-shirt, goody bag and more. Fishing adventure fees additional. Contact "Ladies, Let's Go Fishing!", P.O. Box 550429, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33355, phone 954-475-9068, fax 954-474-7299, toll free information 1-888-321-LLGF (5543), email: billfishbetty@hotmail.com, website: www.ladiesletsgofishing.com.
CORPORATE CORNER
From TJ Stallings:
Would your company be able to help?
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, The Ocean Conservancy, Brevard County, and Florida Sea Grant are among the many who have joined forces to implement the Monofilament Recovery and
Recycling Program (MRRP) in Florida.
Monofilament fishing line lasts up to 600 years in the environment. The discarded line entangles wildlife (eventually leading to starvation, drowning, or loss of flipper, fin, or limb), pollutes the environment, and is hazardous to boaters, divers, and swimmers. The MRRP goal is to decrease the hazards caused by discarded fishing line by increasing public awareness, conducting volunteer cleanup events, and encouraging monofilament line recycling.
MRRP needs your help! In an effort to expand the monofilament-recycling network, participation of local organizations is needed. We are looking for donators to sponsor the t-shirt project. Below are the sample t-shirt logos we have designed to give to our volunteers in order to spread the word throughout Florida. We are asking local businesses to participate by purchasing a logo site on the back of the t-shirt. There are three logo sites available within the design attached to this email. Each site costs $300. The donations will cover the cost of 144 t-shirts for volunteers,
shipping, and 12 t-shirts for each donor.
This project will enable you to advertise your company as well as promote the Monofilament program. Please make out checks to the: Monofilament Recovery and Recycling Program
Thank you for your consideration and helping us improve Florida's marine environment one project at a time.
Sincerely,
Christy Hudak
Monofilament Recovery and Recycling Program
19100 SE Federal Hwy
Tequesta FL, 33469
(561) 575-5407 x29
Christy.Hudak@fwc.state.fl.us
Coleman Sends Aid to Greensburg
Company’s Emergency Response Team Rallies To Support Residents and Emergency Personnel
Wichita, Kan. (May 9, 2007) – Following last Friday’s devastating tornado that leveled the town of Greensburg, Kan., aid is pouring in from both government and private sources. Among them, The Coleman Company, Inc. is packing a semi-trailer filled with gear to support the displaced residents in their time of need and also to help house and protect the dedicated emergency workers who are on the scene restoring vital services. The Coleman® products being loaded include lanterns and fuel, shelters, airbeds and pumps, food and beverage coolers, sleeping bags, and battery-powered lights – as much as the truck will hold.
According to Tim Daniel, Coleman’s vice president of special markets and the coordinator of the company’s emergency response team, the products lend themselves to multiple uses. “Today, most of what Coleman sells is designed for outdoor fun,” Daniel said. “But with this shipment, we’re hailing back to their original purpose – to provide heat, light, shelter and comfort for people living in the outdoors, and this time, it’s not by choice.
“Coleman is committed to providing support to people in need, but this time it’s close to home,” Daniel said. “The folks in Greensburg are our neighbors. Our hearts go out to them, and it is our hope that the products we send will raise their spirits, as well as support them and the emergency personnel working at their sides to rebuild their town.”
The truck filled with Coleman products leaves Wichita Wednesday morning for Greensburg, 105 miles to the west. “All of us at Coleman hope that those in Greensburg will use what we’ve sent and know that we’re with them and so is everyone else,” Daniel said.
The Coleman Company, Inc. is an international leader in the innovation and marketing of outdoor products, including its legendary lanterns, as well as stoves, tents, sleeping bags, backpacks, coolers, furniture and grills. Its products are sold and used all over the world. Coleman embraces its leadership role as an advocate for the outdoors, contributing to outdoor causes and inspiring people to get outside. Founded in 1900 and based in Wichita, Kan., Coleman is a wholly owned subsidiary of Jarden Corporation, and can be found online at www.coleman.com. Consumers can contact Coleman by phone at 800-835-3278 or by e-mail at consumerservice@coleman.com.
Note to media: Electronic images are available upon request. Coleman also maintains a newsroom with downloadable news releases and photos at www.coleman.com/newsroom.
Jarden Corporation is a leading provider of niche consumer products used in and around the home. Jarden operates in three primary business segments through a number of well recognized brands, including: Branded Consumables: Ball®, Bee®, Bicycle®, Crawford®, Diamond®, First Alert®, Forster®, Hoyle®, JavaLog®, Kerr®, Lehigh®, Leslie-Locke®, Loew- Cornell® and Pine Mountain®; Consumer Solutions: Bionaire®, Crock- Pot®, FoodSaver®, Harmony®, Health o meter®, Holmes®, Mr. Coffee®, Oster®, Patton®, Rival®, Seal-a-Meal®, Sunbeam®, VillaWare® and White Mountain™; and Outdoor Solutions: Abu Garcia®, Berkley®, Campingaz®, Coleman®, Fenwick®, Gulp®, Mitchell®, Stren® and Trilene®. Headquartered in Rye, N.Y., Jarden has over 20,000 employees worldwide. For more information, please visit www.jarden.com.
Contacts: Ann Walden
316.219.7536
email
Jim Reid
316.219-7535
email
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