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Saginaw Basin Land Conservancy Announces Photo Contest

June 29, 2011       Leave a Comment
By: Julie McCallum, Entertainment Editor

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The Saginaw Basin Land Conservancy is accepting entries for its annual Nature Photography Contest, sponsored by Consumers Energy. The photo contest is designed to provide people of all ages an opportunity to explore the natural environment within the Saginaw Basin while building awareness and support to preserve and protect the natural spaces, species and habitat that thrive within the Saginaw Bay Watershed.

With this year's theme, 'Take it Outside!' contestants of all ages are encouraged to grab a camera and head outdoors for a walk in the woods, a ride up the rail trail, a jog along the bay, or even a fishing trip with a grandchild. Spending time outdoors can create lasting memories and restore important connections to nature. The photography contest provides a great way to share those connections with others.

Since its introduction in 2007, the contest has become increasingly popular among photo enthusiasts. In its first year, the contest received 94 submissions. Last year, 219 photos were submitted to the contest and the photographers included more than 20 area students.

The Nature Photography Contest is open to the public. There is no entry fee. Cash prizes of $50, $25, and $10 respectively, will be awarded to the top three winners in each photo category being offered. In addition, winning photos will be posted on the Saginaw Basin Land Conservancy website as well as in the organization's newsletter, 'The Watershed Wire.' Contestants may choose from several photo categories including: Landscapes; Plants and Flowers; Wildlife; and Photo Art. The photo art category was added last year to allow participants to enter photographs that have been digitally enhanced and edited. There is also a special category for students.

Photo entries should reflect images of nature and living in the Saginaw Bay Watershed. Contestants are encouraged to submit photographs of waterways such as rivers and streams, plant life or flora, forest and natural wooded scenery, wildlife, birds and insects and people interacting with nature.

The Saginaw Bay Watershed is the largest watershed in the state of Michigan filtering 15% of Michigan's inland waters. It contributes cleaner water to the Huron Bay, the Great Lakes, and is the largest contiguous freshwater coastal wetlands system in the United States. Featuring more than 175 inland lakes and nearly 7,000 square miles of rivers and streams, this unique watershed is home to a variety of waterfowl, birds, snakes, turtles, amphibians, and more than 138 endangered or threatened species.

"The contest is intended to promote the beauty of natural areas and help us better appreciate the value of the resources that surround us." said Valerie Roof, executive director of the Saginaw Basin Land Conservancy. "Any way you look at it, this is great learning opportunity for anyone who wants to explore the natural wonders that lie within the Saginaw Basin."

Photos entered in the contest will judged by a select panel of professionals with backgrounds in environmental protection, art and photography. Photos will be judged on originality, composition and subject matter. Special consideration will be given to photos taken on Saginaw Basin Land Conservancy Nature preserves; directions to which can be found at www.sblc-mi.org.

To enter the contest contact the Saginaw Basin Land Conservancy at (989) 891-9986 or download the entry form and contest rules by visiting the Saginaw Basin Land Conservancy website at www.sblc-mi.org.

Deadline for photo submission is September 30, 2011. Anyone with questions should contact the Saginaw Basin Land Conservancy.



The Saginaw Basin Land Conservancy helps maintain the quality of life in the Saginaw Bay Watershed through the preservation of important wetlands, waterways and natural areas. The Conservancy is a non-profit charitable organization working in the Saginaw Basin. To date, the Conservancy has protected more than 5,600 acres.



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