NYS Department of Environmental Conservation
DEC
Interim Commissioner Sean Mahar announced the return of DEC’s 3rd annual Fall
Foliage Photo Contests. The two photo contests are a popular way for New
Yorkers and visitors to show off the incredible array of fall foliage
throughout New York State during the month of October.
DEC is asking New
Yorkers to share their favorite and most creative fall foliage shots showcasing
New York State. Photos should be submitted to social@dec.ny.gov with
the subject line “Fall Foliage Photo Contest” or “Conservationist Magazine
Photo Contest.” Participants are advised to attach one photo per email entry
and include the location the photo was taken (can be general and not specific).
Pictures must be of a location in New York State.
Fall
Foliage Instagram Contest
DEC is sharing submissions on Instagram throughout the month. On four
consecutive Fridays (Oct. 11, Oct. 18, Oct. 25, and Nov. 1), DEC will announce
three winners for each week. Each winner will receive a $100 gift card to a
sporting goods store, a free year subscription
to Conservationist magazine, a copy of DEC’s New York State Wildlife
Viewing Guide, a DEC reusable bag, and other swag. Be sure to get your photos submitted right away.
During the week of
Nov. 4 - 8, DEC will hold an Instagram story bracket featuring all 12 winners,
and followers will have the opportunity to vote for a grand prize winner. In
addition to the prizes mentioned, the grand prize winner will receive a 2025 Empire Pass. The Empire Pass provides
unlimited day-use vehicle entry to most facilities operated by DEC and New York
State Parks including forests, beaches, trails, and more.
Conservationist Magazine
Photo Contest
Photos must be a minimum of 8.5”x10.75” and 300dpi to be considered. The
winning photo will be featured in the October/November 2025 issue of DEC’s Conservationist magazine.
For more information, visit DEC's website.
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