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Bloomfield's Wild for Wildlife Summer Photo Contest | Starting: July 1, 2026
Capture July’s Wild Magic Responsibly!
From buzzing bees to twilight owls, show us your best respectful encounters with local wildlife this July.
Safety First: Observe, Don’t Disturb
Never approach or feed wildlife. Always maintain a safe 25+ ft distance. Use zoom lenses to get that perfect shot. If an animal changes its behavior or notices you, you’re too close!
Read DEEP Safety Guidelines
Never approach or feed wildlife. Always maintain a safe 25+ ft distance. Use zoom lenses to get that perfect shot. If an animal changes its behavior or notices you, you’re too close!
Read DEEP Safety Guidelines
How to Enter (July 1–31)
- Photograph wild animals in Bloomfield (no pets or captive animals).
- Keep a safe 25+ ft distance at all times.
- Submit your best photo using the submission form below.
Categories
| Category | Description |
|---|---|
| Pollinator Power | Bees, butterflies, and other pollinators in action |
| Young & Wild | Juvenile animals in natural settings |
| Wetland Wonders | Turtles, frogs, or aquatic life—especially at Filley Pond |
| Golden Hour Hunters | Wildlife captured at dawn or dusk |
| Youth Shots | Entries by photographers under age 17 |
Prizes
- Grand Prize: Bloomfield's Wildlife Image Excellence Award
- Category Winners: Bloomfield's Certificate of Wildlife Photography Distinction
- Youth Winner: Binoculars + Bloomfield's Junior Wildlife Steward Award
Submit Your Photo
Use the form below to share your best image.
By entering, you confirm that your photo was taken ethically in Bloomfield and does not contain AI alterations.
Wildlife Fact Sheets Are Available Below:
Trees for Bloomfield Photo Contest
June 1 – October 22, 2025
Celebrate the beauty and benefits of Bloomfield’s trees. Submit tree-themed photos taken in town. All ages welcome!
Photos must highlight the value of trees in the community and environment.
Co-sponsored by the Bloomfield Public Art Commission
BBC Notable Landscape Awards
June 1 – August 15, 2025
Nominate a local garden for recognition through the BBC Notable Landscape Awards!