Writers Rising Up, an organization dedicated to amplifying underrepresented voices, announces its annual open call for a publication and a $20 award. The initiative takes its title, 'Beat the Bushes, Poke Around,' from the investigative spirit of Elizabeth Fries Ellet, a writer who in 1852 ventured into the Minnesota wilderness and documented her experiences in 'Summer Rambles in the West.' The call asks contemporary creative practitioners to devise projects that introduce young audiences to mid-1800s Minnesota history through hands-on, exploratory means—scrapbooks, paper dolls, historical cooking, nature walks, and similar endeavors. The selected work will be featured in a publication, and the award carries a modest $20 honorarium. While the financial prize is nominal, the opportunity lies in the curatorial framework: a chance to contribute to a historical reimagining that centers women's experiences and engages intergenerational audiences. The project aligns with Writers Rising Up's broader mission to support women, non-binary, LGBTQ+, and queer writers and artists, though the call is open to all disciplines. The curatorial vision is one of active discovery—'leaving no stone unturned,' as Ellet did. Submissions should demonstrate a thoughtful approach to translating historical research into creative, participatory experiences for children. The jury will likely value originality, historical accuracy, and a clear connection to Ellet's legacy of curiosity and boundary-crossing.