The Wilson Lake Regional Eco-Meet includes 8 counties: Smith, Osborne, Russell, Barton, Jewell, Mitchell, and Lincoln.
Up to 28 teams are accepted at this event. Participating schools may bring up to 4 teams, but if space is available, additional teams may be allowed. Grade levels 7-12 may compete.
Scholarships:
The following scholarships are awarded to qualifying students:
- 1st Place Team: $100 per student
- 2nd Place Team: $75 per student
- 3rd Place Team: $50 per student
- 1st Place Individuals for each exam: $75
- 2nd Place Individuals for each exam: $50
Those who qualify have the opportunity to earn additional scholarship awards at State!
When: October 8, 2025
Where: Lakewood Discovery Center
Contact: Ellen Rader (785)658-2465 x200 or Mike Rader (620)672-0708
2025 Registration
2025 Coaches Letter| 2025 Wilson Registration Form | Photo Release
Coaches should complete the registration form at least 2 weeks before the competition. We also require a $5 fee per person (students and adults).
Send registration and checks to:
ATTN: Ellen Rader
Wilson State Park
#3 State Park Rd
Sylvan Grove, KS 67481
Email: ellen.rader@ks.gov
Photo release forms can be brought with you on the day of the competition. Each student and coach participating should sign a photo release. This form is optional, but filling it out allows us to publish photos of the competition and winning teams.
On competition day, breakfast and lunch will be provided for students and coaches! If someone in your group has dietary needs, contact Ellen Rader.
Are you a scholarship winner?
Collect your scholarship awards after you’re enrolled in a college, university, or similar postsecondary institution. Follow the instructions on the form, and we’ll take care of the rest!
If you don’t remember the amount you’ve earned, contact Mike Rader (mike.rader@ks.gov).
Wilson Lake Hall of Fame
Thank you to the Wilson Lake 2025 Sponsors
Amy’s Accounting Service – Wilson
Barton County Community College – Great Bend
Citizen’s State Bank & Trust – Ellsworth
Home Oil Service – Lucas
H & B Communications – Holyrood
Knothead’s at Wilson Lake – Sylvan Grove
Lake Wilson Marina – Sylvan Grove
Wilson Communications – Wilson
Wilson Lake Area Association – Wilson
Wilson State Bank – Wilson & Russell
Rolling Hills Electric COOP Association – Beloit
Pheasants Forever – Smoky Hills Chapter – Ellsworth
Pheasants Forever – Osborne Co. Chapter – Osborne
Ellsworth Co. Conservation District – Ellsworth
Lincoln Co. Conservation District – Lincoln
Mitchell Co. Conservation District – Beloit
Osborne Co. Conservation District – Osborne
Ottawa Co. Conservation District – Minneapolis
Russell Co. Conservation District – Russell
Congratulations 2025 Champions!
2025 Wilson Lake Results