Ohoopee River Conservation District Now Accepting Entries for Photo Contest

Ohoopee River Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD), a local agency dedicated to the conservation and stewardship of the area’s natural resources, is now accepting entries for their Photo and Poster Contest for individuals located within the District’s service area. The service area includes Emanuel, Montgomery, Toombs, Treutlen and Wheeler Counties. Education is a critical element of the conservation effort at the local, state and national levels. Educating young people and the community about the benefits of conservation helps to ensure the next generation will be wise stewards of America’s natural resources.

The annual Photo Contest provides amateur photographers, ages 18 and below, the chance to have their photograph selected to advance on to the state contest. Prizes will be awarded for the top three winners. Each photographer is allowed to enter up to five photos that fit into one of four categories: Conservation Practices, Close-up Conservation, Conservation in Action, and Agriculture and Conservation Across Georgia. The deadline to enter the contest is March 27, 2026. For application and contest rules, visit the website at www.gacd. us/ohoopeeriver.

The Alapaha Soil and Water Conservation District is a unit of state government that directs natural resource management programs in Emanuel, Montgomery, Toombs, Treutlen and Wheeler Counties. The Conservation District works with farmers, landowners, and with other units of government to educate and actively promote programs and practices that support the conservation, and use and development of soil, water, and related resources. More information can be found at www.gacd. us/ohoopeeriver .