The 2024-2025 PAS photo contest was a very productive event. The contest encouraged people to get out and capture aspects of nature, especially the interesting local birds that surround us.
A total of 76 entries were submitted for the Birds category and Other Wildlife and Landscapes. Entries were divided into those under 18 years of age and those who were 18 and older.
The photos were reviewed and winners selected by the work of a panel of three judges including Catherine Temple of Clarkston, Ken Carper of Pullman, and David Fischer of North Carolina. There were so many fantastic photos that the judges had to engage in three rounds of analysis to select the final winning photographs.
Thanks to all the photographers that submitted photos and congratulations to the winners: Greg Lambeth, Jack Samson, Aditi Sinha, Rio Brecher, Justin Denney, and Maia Aikens. Enjoy their winning photos below.
Bohemian Waxwing, Greg Lambeth, 1st place in 18+ birdsPine Grosbeak, Greg Lambeth, 2nd place 18+ bird categoryCedar Waxwing, Jack Samson, 3rd place 18+ birds categoryA Heron and its reflection, Aditi Sinha, 1st place <18 bird categoryGreat Blue Heron, Rio Brecher, 2nd place <18 bird categorySnowy Pillows, Justin Denney, 1st place 18+ landscapes and other wildlife categoryPalouse Falls, Maia Aikens, 2nd place 18+ landscapes and other wildlife categoryTurtle smiling, Rio Brecher, 1st place <18 landscapes and other wildlife categoryTurtle, Rio Brecher, 2nd place <18 landscapes and other wildlife category
