Writing Competition

Read Paw's essay about how her Burmese roots taught her that no matter the size of your home, an abundant garden is essential.

Read Chris's essay about how growing up in Kenya influenced his conscious choice to live intentionally here in the States.

Read Willis's essay about brotherhood forged around the dinner table.

Read Kate's essay about lessons learned at the table.

Read Hanna's essay about how the dinner table brings together more than just people.

Read Clara's essay about the benefits of family dinners - no matter what form they take.

Read Johnny's essay about responsible hunting.

Alyssa Johnson responds to the winners of the Winter 2012 YES! National Student Writing Competition.

Read Lisa's essay about changing her opinions on hunting.

Read Stro's essay about hunting fair.

Read Jenny's essay about meat production and hunting.

Exceptional excerpts from essays submitted to the Fall 2011 YES! National Student Writing Competition

Kate Sheppard, author of, "Why My Dad's Going Green," responds to the winning essays of the Fall 2011 writing competition.

Read Cherese's essay about trying to understand her grandmother's prejudice against Hispanic people.