Wildlife Ambassador Photo Contest
Submissions accepted May 18 – June 12

Submissions period is now closed.

Calling all wildlife photographers! Showcase your stunning Ambassador Animal photos in our annual Wildlife Ambassador Photo Contest. Your winning image could be featured in the VINS Ambassador Adopt Calendar and help inspire conservation efforts across our community. Selected photographers will receive a FREE calendar featuring their work, while retaining copyright to their images. Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to share your passion for wildlife photography.

Animal Ambassadors Included in the Photo Contest
Arizona, Golden Eagle – Found in the Bird Enclosures
LaGuardia, Snowy Owl – Found in the Bird Enclosures
Addison, Northern Harrier – Found in the Bird Enclosures
Quechee, Blue Jay – Found at the Center for Wild Bird Rehabilitation and Ambassador Care
Turt, Wood Turtle – Found during Live Reptile Programs*
Randolph, Turkey Vulture – Found in the Bird Enclosures
Wyoming, Bald Eagle – Found in the Bird Enclosures
Minnesota, Bald Eagle – Found in the Bird Enclosures
Northfield, Broad-Winged Hawk – Found during Live Bird Programs*
Orange, American Crow – Found during Live Bird Programs*
Hartland, Barred Owl – Found during Live Bird Programs*
Bloomfield, Red-Tailed Hawk – Found during Live Bird Programs*
West Virginia & Fairchance, Eastern Screech Owls – Found in the Bird Enclosures

*We cannot guarantee that you will be able to see every VINS Ambassador during Live Animal Programs at the VINS Nature Center. Our Ambassadors may be unavailable due to outreach programs, their health and wellness, or inclement weather.

Contest Specifications:

• Up to 3 submission per person
• Photos must be at least 1600×1200 pixels at 300 DPI
• Submission deadline: June 12
• File Format: JPEG, PNG
• Basic photo adjustments allowed
• Winners notified by July 1

Questions? Contact Emily Beach at ebeach@vinsweb.org