Elk Conservation District announces their annual Conservation Photo Contest for amateur photographers in Braxton, Clay, Nicholas and Webster counties.

The contest is part of the WV Association of Conservation District Supervisors Conservation Photo Contest and the National Association of Conservation Districts Conservation Photo Contest.

There are four main categories for photos: Conservation Practices, Close-Up Conservation, Conservation in Action and Conservation across America. All photos submitted must be taken in West Virginia.

Black and white prints, color prints, color slides and prints from digital photos are all acceptable and will be judged together. Photos must be 8 by 10 inches. Judges prefer that photos not be matted or framed. A completed entry form must accompany each photo. Note that photos will not be returned. Photographs will be judged on technical merit, composition and creativity.

ECD contest deadline is June 23. To obtain an entry form, or for more information, contact Elk Conservation District Office at 740 Airport Rd., Sutton, WV  26601, call 304-765-2535, email ecd@wvca.us or check the website at wvca.us/education /conservation photo contest.  Elk CD serves Braxton, Clay, Nicholas and Webster counties.