"I make my own winners in my head as I read people's posts. My prize for them is simply respect and reverance."
It's OK Bren, you can tell everybody you mean me.
"I wouldn't count out Tree Zoo Jerry. He can get amazingly snarky when you hit the right nerve. Which I have on more than one occasion."
My snarkitude generally has a political bent and would not fly here without a lot of complaints. But Deano, are you admitting to being a provocateur just to see my witty talents? Hmmmm.
How about doing contests with a longer set time period and less categories. Maybe do a 6 month contest for new recruits, or maybe posts with pics or whatever category you choose. Get the Society (or someone) to donate something of value like a cool shirt or Croton or a Cyrtostachys or Licuala somethingorotherensis. Post a pic of that reward all season at the top of the page and then award it at one of the frequent PRA/CRA events. Have the event people make a big deal out of it. There are several events to hook up with and there are usually a spring and fall or Holiday event locally. Post a thread of the event with the award headlining and include lots of pics of the award being given out, (a la Ryan's talents). This will generate a lot of fun and interest at the event but also online, both before and after the event. It will also make people look forward to the next contest and award at the next PRA/CRA.