The Wichita Regional Eco-Meet includes 8 counties: Sedgwick, Sumner, Harper, Cowley, Chautauqua, Elk, Greenwood, and Butler.
Up to 20 teams are accepted at this event, and participating schools may bring up to 4 teams. 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 26, 2026
Where: Cargill Learning Center, Sedgwick County Zoo
Contact: Kayleigh Hartley, kayleigh@gpnc.org
Registration
2026 Wichita Registration Form | Photo Release (Optional)
Teams must register by October 16, 2026
Registration is FREE! This includes t-shirts and lunch for all students and coaches thanks to sponsorship from Kiwanis Club of Wichita.
Bring optional photo release forms on the day of the competition. Signing a photo release allows us to publish your winning team photos!
8 am – Registration opens
9 am – Event begins with a “welcome” in the auditorium
2:30 pm (or earlier) – Presentation by a wildlife professional while final scores are tallied.
3:00 pm – Dismiss after awards
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 Kayleigh Hartley at kayleigh@gpnc.org