Earth Day Poetry & Rap Contest: Celebrate the Planet with Your Words!

Calling all young poets, rappers, and creators of the spoken word! Celebrate Earth Day with us through the power of words! We’re inviting K-12 students to write and share their creativity and passion for our planet by participating in our Earth Day Poetry Slam event. This is your opportunity to submit your original piece of writing to express your love for nature, concern for the environment, and hopes for the future through the power of poetry. Whether you’re inspired by the beauty of nature, your favorite outdoor spot, or your personal commitment to protecting the planet, let your creativity shine! Earth Day 2026 is Tuesday, April 22!

Need inspiration?

Consider these questions:

🌎 What does Earth Day mean to you?

🌿 What do you enjoy most about the Earth?

💚 How do you show your appreciation for our planet?

Event Highlights:

1. Who Can Participate: Students K-12 are invited to submit original pieces.
2. Theme: Celebrate the Earth! Topics can include nature, climate change, wildlife, recycling, sustainability, or your favorite outdoor memories.
3. Performance Options: Participants can perform solo or as a group. Poems can be serious, funny, heartfelt, or inspirational—your voice, your way!
4. Judging and Prizes: A panel of judges will recognize outstanding submissions in each age group, with prizes for creativity, delivery, and message.

Community and Fun: Cheer on your friends, family, and peers as they share their voices in a supportive and inspiring environment.

Poetry Contest Rules & Submission Guidelines

How to Submit Your Poetry:

You can submit your entries in three ways:

1. Entry Form: Fill out the this Entry Form.
2. Email Submission: Email your poems in a PDF format to camp@campfireco.org with the subject line “Poetry Contest.”
3. Hard Copy Drop-Off: TBD

Submission Requirements:

• Deadline: All poems must be submitted by April 1st. Late submissions will not be considered.
• Poem Format: Each poem should be saved as an individual PDF document.
• Anonymity: Do NOT include your name on the poem itself.
• Contact Information: Include your name, phone number, and email in the body of your email or on a separate cover page (if submitting a hard copy).

Eligibility:

• Open to Oregon-based poets only.

Winner Announcement & Performance Opportunity:

• Winners will be announced in mid-April.
• Winning poets will be invited to perform their poetry at a TBD location in Bend!

Good Luck & Happy Writing!

We look forward to reading your creative works!