Photo Contest

How to Enter
First, you must be a current PA Master Naturalist volunteer or trainee to submit an entry.  For more information, read the offical contest rules (here or at the link below).  There is only one entry per category per individual. The contest committee reserves the right to place the entry into another category if deemed appropriate. A new entry form should be filled out for each photo. To enter, complete the online entry form below with the required information and attach your digital photograph. Submission deadline is October 15, 2019.

Location of Images
Photos must be taken within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Photographs from service sites, field trips, and ongoing PAMN projects are strongly encouraged.

Categories
1. Flora (plants)/Fauna(wildlife) – focusing on plants, flowers, wild animal life, including mammals, insects, aquatic life, birds, reptiles, etc. rather than landscapes.
2. Landscapes – scenes of natural landscapes, wildscapes, skyscapes, (sunsets, clouds, etc.) or underwater
3. Master Naturalists at work or play – show us your favorite projects, field trips, and naturalist friends! Please include Master Naturalists or project volunteers with their permission!

Prizes

First Place, Second Place, and Third Place prizes will be awarded in each of the three (3) categories, for a total of nine (9) winners. For each category, prizes will include:

• 1^st Prize – Cash prize of $150
• 2^nd Prize – Patagonia Backpack and PAMN Water Bottle (Valued at $100)
• 3^rd Prize – PAMN Fleece Vest (Valued at $50)

For more information, click on the link below.

PA Master Naturalist Contest Official Rules 2019