About the Open Call

National Wildlife magazine's 55th annual photo contest is open for submissions of wildlife and wild land photography. Categories include Baby Animals, Birds, Landscapes & Plants, Mammals, Mobile, Other Wildlife, and People in Nature. There is also a Portfolio category for themed collections and a Youth category for photographers ages 13 to 17. Entries support the National Wildlife Federation's conservation mission.

What is Offered

18 cash prizes, including a $5,000 grand prize.

Requirements

Open to photographers worldwide ages 13 and up. Employees and board members of NWF, and their immediate families, are ineligible. Participants ages 13-17 require parental or guardian consent.

How to Apply

Create an account on the contest website, pay the $20 entry fee for up to 10 photos, fill in image details, and upload the files. Submissions can be added until the deadline.