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2021 50th Anniversary Photography Contest

 Calling All Camera Artists!
In celebration of the Jay C. Hormel Nature Center 50th Anniversary, we are excited to announce the first-ever JCHNC Photo Contest! We are seeking photos taken on the JCHNC or at JCHNC programs any time in the past 50 years (including, but not limited to outings, summer adventure programs, school and public programs in the following categories:
Adult and Youth:
  • Wildlife
  • People in Nature
  • Landscapes
  • Historical photos
  • Youth for photographers under the age of 18
  • Youth for photographers 9 and under
 
Starting April 12th, entries for the contest will be accepted and held for display until our Annual Nature Art Show on August 21st and 22nd where they will be publically voted on to determine winners in each category and age group. Winning photos will be featured — with full credit — in the fall 2021 Nature Center News, as well as on our website and social media.  

Contest Rules:
  1. Photos must be taken on JCHNC property or at our educational programs/classes.
  2. Each photographer may submit 1 picture per category. 
  3. Photos must be high-resolution jpg files, between 1 MB and 10 MB in size. Photos should be a minimum of 1600px wide.
  4. Photos should not be watermarked.
  5. If photos feature people whose faces are recognizable, you must be able to acquire a signed release form from those people or, if they are under the age of 18, from their parent or guardian.
  6. Previously published photographs may be entered as long as you still maintain the right to grant the JCHNC permission to use the image. (Signed permission form necessary to enter contest.)

How to Enter:
Submit photos to the Nature Center office or by email to info@hormelnaturecenter.org with the subject, line “Photo Contest Entry.” Each entry should include:
  1. Your first name, last name, city, state, and preferred email address.
  2. The name of the JCHNC trail, property, or program where the photo was taken.
  3. A brief caption or description of what is featured in the photo. If there is a story, we would love to hear it!
  4. Youth photographers (under the age of 18): please include your age.
  5. Contest permission/entry form - please download and attach to your email. 

All photos must be submitted by August 15, 2021.

Download permission/entry form here: 
photo_contest_entry_form.pdf
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Jay C. Hormel Nature Center
1304 21st St NE
Austin, MN 55912
Phone: (507) 437-7519
Email: info@hormelnaturecenter.org

Fax: (507) 396-2903
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  • Home
  • About
    • 50th Anniversary >
      • Photo Contest
    • FAQ
    • Trail Map
    • History
    • Staff
    • Nature Center Gifts
    • Canoe & Kayak Rental
    • Injured/Abandoned Animals
  • Programs & Events
    • Summer Classes
    • Calendar of Events
    • Trail Access Tours
    • Nature Play Afternoons
    • Senior Specials
    • Eco-Blitz: Soil
    • Dammen Adventure Family Fun Day
    • Friends Bus Trip
  • Get Involved
    • Friends of the Hormel Nature Center
    • Kevin Dammen Mentorship Program
    • Volunteer Calendar
    • Volunteer Work Parties
  • Facility Rental
    • Facility Rental Policies
  • Sola Fide Observatory
    • Night Sky Viewing Guide
  • Resources
    • Rain Garden
    • Sustainable Tips
    • Phenology
    • Nature Notes
    • Environmental Education Resources