Do you have a budding artist or aspiring poet in your life? We’re on the search for artwork to feature in this year’s Step Into Nature booklet. This booklet is received by thousands of kids who visit our conservation areas each year. It includes fun nature facts, games, activity pages, and more, and we’re inviting young artists to help bring it to life again this year.

Between Feb. 11th and 28th, 2026, children age 7-12 are invited to submit a drawing or poem about their favourite thing to do when visiting Fanshawe, Wildwood, or Pittock Conservation Areas. A drawing and a poem will be printed in the booklet for all to admire!

Ready? Grab your pencil, paints, and markers and let your imagination run wild! When your art is ready, submit it using the form below.

Guidelines:

• Ensure your drawing or poem includes a conservation area activity such as hiking, biking, fishing, bird watching, picnicking, canoeing, and more.
• The contest is open to children age 7-12.
• Submissions must be sent using the below form.