
Braving the storm - 1st Prize Winner
by Randolph Sinasac
American white pelicans, Colchester Harbour pier, 2024

Natures chorus line - 2nd Prize Winner
by Mel Diotte
I took this shot at Point Pelee National Park.
To see 20 frogs hiding inside one log was amazing!
I am sharing in hopes many other people enjoy the image as much as I.

Ojibway Baby - 3rd Prize Winner
by Haley Brennan
A titmouse enjoying her seeds

Oh Deer! - Special mention, Visual impact
by Ashley Gerald
This photo was taken in Ojibway park. When I think about Windsor I think about all of our wildlife running around that we have the privilege to see.

Nature's Magic - Holiday Beach Conservation Area - Special mention, Visual impact
by Lupita Amaya G.
We visited Holiday Beach, where we witnessed a breathtaking sunset. The sky, the water, the tall grass & bird transformed into a stunning display of golden hues like a gem, creating a magical moment that felt almost surreal. Just a beautiful afternoon that we will never forget in this beautiful place.

Geese of Hillman Marsh
by Haley Brennan
Birds in flight

Great Horned Owl
by Jennifer Wright
Great Horned Owl photographed in Kingsville, Ontario

Surrounded Swan
by Jim Wright
A mute swan was sleeping on it's nest when a large group of turtles were basking in the sun on the side of the nest surrounding the swan. This photo was taken at Holiday Beach Conservation Area in Amherstburg.

Monarch migration - Special mention, Relevance to Windsor-Essex
by Monica Scurr
I captured this photo at Seacliff park in Leamington. Point Pelee National Park and Seacliff park are two fantastic places to view the fall Monarch migration. The day this picture was taken, I counted 750 Monarchs in overnight roosts within the park. Quite a sight to behold!

Pelican In Flight
by Jim Wright
An American White Pelican in flight over the marsh of Holiday Beach Conservation Area in Amherstburg.

Fall photo
by Allan Cruickshanks
Taken near Cedar Creek Conservation area in Essex County

Sunset at Lakewood Park Tecumseh
by Allan Cruickshanks
Taken at sunset in Lakewood Park, Tecumseh

4 species in 1
by Rebecca Dandach
My husband and I were out for a drive in Amherstburg and I immediately needed him to pull over so I could take a photo of these four birds all together. The photo features a mute swan, a great blue heron, a great egret, and a Canada goose.

Sunrise in fog
by Cathy Chase
Foggy sunrise taken at Lakewood Park North in Tecumseh.

Fog is lifting - Special mention, Visual impact
by Cindy Zimmer
Beautiful sunrise in the fog over the farm field in Essex.

On the hunt - Special mention, Technical quality & Creativity
by Randolph Sinasac
Osprey hovering over potential prey.
April 2025, Big creek watershed Amherstburg.

The stare
by Molly Moroz
Great owl watching for his prey

Monarch on New England Aster
by Julie Gagnon
I took this picture of a Monarch butterfly nectaring on a New England Aster during an evening walk around the Blue Heron ponds and hill in east Windsor.

Bird meeting on a foggy morning
by Stefano Nicola
Old Boblo Island dock - Amherstburg. I always thought it would’ve been cool to take a picture of the dock on a foggy morning. During a foggy week end I finally got the chance to stop there and was rewarded with an interesting scene.

Morning dew on spider web
by Stefano Nicola
Essex County - driving early in the morning, I stopped by a field to appreciate a beautiful sunrise. I noticed the spider web, illuminated by a shaft of golden light and had to snap a shot !

Soy at sunset
by Mike Teves
Sunset shines through soy bean pods in Harrow, Ontario.

Golden Timber
by Ashley Gerald
The name and photo has a lot of meaning behind it for someone who grew up in the east side of Windsor. Riverside neighbour to be exact. This spot is where Abar’s Tavern use to before it was demolished in 2016.

The cardinal
by Molly Moroz
A female Cardinal in the winter season

Blue Heron on a lunch break
by Jennifer Wright
Blue Heron fishing for its next meal
Photographed in Cedar Creek

Spirit of Ojibway
by Julie Gagnon
A few years ago, I was at Ojibway Park, roaming through the woods. I noticed the rays of sunlight filtering through the trees in a beautiful manner. When I got home, and took a closer look at my photos, I realized the light in this photo almost seems to form the shape of a spirit!

Deciduous rainbow
by Mike Teves
A rainbow shines through the silhouette of a deciduous tree in a harvested corn field in Harrow, Ontario.

Pretty in pink
by Cindy Zimmer
Vibrant Magnolia tree in full bloom. Belle River, Ontario.

Before the others wake - Special mention, Visual impact
by Keri Kaufmann
Early morning sunrise at Point Pelee- specifically the boardwalk.
Nothing like a morning before the world wakes up to see the sun rise above the horizon and to welcome in the new day.

Yellow fields
by Karson DeGoey
Out for Saturday afternoon drive we came across a farmer's field along Mersea Road 6, Wheatley full of Canola plants.

Serenity Found - Black Oak Prairie Heritage Park
by Lupita Amaya G.
What a delightful experience we had recently during a walk in the Black Oak Prairie Heritage Park, I went with a couple of friends to this amazing place. We spent the afternoon taking photos of vibrant flowers, towering trees, and various birds while enjoying each other's company.
As we reached the end of the path in the woods, we were greeted by an incredible view. There, a young man sat on the ground, seemingly meditating and fully immersed in the serene atmosphere. It provided us all with a moment of tranquility amidst our lively chatter.
As dusk approached, we made our way back, reflecting on our amazing time together in this great place.

Pelicans in Ontario!
by Monica Scurr
This picture is of American White Pelicans gathering during fall migration at Holiday Beach Conservation Area in Amherstburg. On this particular day, it was estimated that over 500 pelicans were in the marsh. Holiday Beach is an incredible spot to bird watch-and during the fall migration there is a dedicated group of bird counters present on the hawk tower to record migrating species, answer questions, and let you look through their spotting scopes. Truly a gem of Essex County!

Marsh lily
by Karson DeGoey
While canoeing through the marsh at Point Pelee's Boardwalk I captured this photo of a single white waterlily on the edge of the cattails.

A quiet walk
by Zeel Parmar
Captured this photo early morning. A wild turkey walks gracefully across a peaceful road surrounded by green trees somewhere between Windsor and Essex. A simple, peaceful reminder of the wildlife that shares our spaces. Nature doesn’t ask for permission to exist, it simply reminds us to witness, to respect, to wonder.

Sunrise Melody
by Nisreen Jabr
This photo was taken at my front yard. I love capturing sunsets. This one was a breathtaking sunset where the sky is painted in vibrant hues of pink, purple, and orange. The pinks blend seamlessly into purples, creating a soft gradient that stretches across the horizon. The oranges add a warm glow, casting a golden light over everything below.

Colourful cold morning
by Cathy Chase
Beautiful sunrise taken at Lakewood Park North in Tecumseh during a cold icy morning.

Sunrise sunrise
by Nisreen Jabr
This photo was also taken at my front yard early in the morning. The rays of light smoothly making their way out behind the trees. It felt like the day is taking a fresh breathe.

Where time slows down
by Zeel Parmar
I went for a walk with my husband and captured this beautiful picture of two people sit by a pond, watching geese swim as colourful leaves fall at Malden Park. In Windsor, nature doesn’t just surround us, it heals us, holds us, and brings us home.

Busy bee
by Diane Sullivan
While sitting in my yard early one morning, I noticed this bee buzzing around a hosta plant in my garden. This amazing tiny pollinator was quickly covered in brilliant yellow specks of pollen. It is so amazing to watch nature at work!





































