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Family fun at the Sodwana Bay Shootout Photographic Festival
Family fun at the Sodwana Bay Shootout Photographic Festival
Originally an underwater photography competition, participating photographers now have a chance to put their creativity to the test in the land category as well. The six-day competition gives photographers - both professionals and amateurs - ample time to enjoy and explore Sodwana Bay, globally renowned for its underwater treasures.
Terrestrial photographs may be taken anywhere in the iSimangaliso Wetland Park during the six days of the event, but registrations and submissions must be made in person at Sodwana Bay in order to be eligible for prizes - such as R80 000 worth of Nauticam underwater camera equipment from Dive Action Cape Town, dive packages, dive equipment, accommodation packages, a magazine portfolio spread and apparel.
Family fun and marine education are part of the programme at the Sodwana Bay Shootout, while the evenings include presentations by experts on photography, marine conservation and the astonishing world beneath the waves, along with live music by a variety of bands and singers.
Says iSimangaliso's Marketing and Branding Manager, Lindy Duffield, "The festival is not only for photographers. There is a variety of events for the whole family, including a full children's programme to entertain the kids whilst Mom and Dad focus on their photography and diving."
And according to iSimangaliso's Business Director, Terri Castis, support of the Shootout Festival provides benefits beyond the obvious, "A portion of the Park entrance fees goes towards bursaries for local young people, mentorship and training support for the 178 small businesses in the area participating in our enterprise programme, and many other initiatives that aim to improve the lives of people living around the Park. We encourage photographers of every skill level to enter the competition, explore and experience this World Heritage Site and in doing so, contribute to its protection for generations to come."
For more information on how to enter, cost of entries, terms and conditions and conservation rules please visitwww.sodwanashootout.co.zaor contactinfo@isimangaliso.com.