New York has recently unveiled a new campaign to get outdoor enthusiasts to take the COVID-19 vaccine. The campaign is titled “Take Your Shot for an Outdoor Adventure” Vaccine Incentive Sweepstakes for Hunters, Anglers, and Outdoor Enthusiast.
Participants who get the vaccine are eligible to join a drawing to win huge prize packages.
According to a release, any New Yorker who receives their first vaccination dose from December 1 to December 31, 2021 can take part in the sweepstakes and a random drawing to win prizes specifically created for anglers, hunters, and other outdoor enthusiasts.
“DEC applauds the many outdoor adventurers who have been vaccinated and hopes the sweepstakes announcement bolsters ongoing efforts to help more people choose to receive their first shot this winter,” DEC Commissioner Basil Seggos said.
As we continue to move forward through the COVID-19 pandemic, the new ‘Take Your Shot for an Outdoor Adventure’ sweepstakes is a great way to encourage more New Yorkers, including the growing number of people discovering the state’s world-class opportunities for outdoor recreation, to get vaccinated and earn the chance to win some great gear after they do.
Five grand prize winners will be randomly selected from the pool of 2,000 sweepstakes entrants to receive their choice of deluxe fishing, hunting, and birding packages. Each package will include a lifetime license and the highest quality hunting and fishing gear. The deluxe birding package will consist of a spotting scope, binoculars, and more.
The first 2,000 people to get their first vaccination from the period and participate in the sweepstakes by December 31 will get a tree seedling from DEC‘s Col. William F. Fox Memorial Tree Nursery located in Saratoga. They will also be offered an option of either a $25 gift card to enjoy a free camping night at a DEC campground or a $25 gift card to any leading retailer of sporting goods.
Additionally, the 2,000 participants in the sweepstakes will be given a one-year subscription to DEC‘s Conservationist magazine.
Information on how to participate in the sweepstakes can be found on the DEC website.