Category theme: Chasing the Light 

Sunrise, Sunset & Astrophotography

 

Photo Contest Rules:

  • Who can enter: Yellowstone Forever Retail and Warehouse team members, including management.
  • Contest dates: Entries open August 22 and must be submitted by September 13.
  • Photo criteria: All photos must be taken in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem during your 2026 summer season by the person submitting the photo.
  • Submission information: Each photo submission should include the photo title, date and location taken, photographer’s name, and work location.
  • Submission limit: Each Team Member can submit up to 2 entries to each category; one photo per entry. Note on Spirit of Yellowstone - Only 1 entry on this category.
  • Use permission: By entering this contest, you grant Yellowstone Forever permission to use your submitted photos, with photo credit given to the photographer.

 

Selection and Prizes:

  • The entire Retail and Warehouse Team is eligible to vote on the entries.
  • The winner of each category will receive a 2027 YF Calendar.
  • The winner of Spirit of Yellowstone will have an opportunity to have their photo represented on a product in the 2027 product line and will receive a $50 Amazon Gift card, plus bragging rights!

Category theme: Steam, Stone & Splendor 

Landscape and Thermal Features

 

Photo Contest Rules:

  • Who can enter: Yellowstone Forever Retail and Warehouse team members, including management.
  • Contest dates: Entries open August 22 and must be submitted by September 13.
  • Photo criteria: All photos must be taken in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem during your 2026 summer season by the person submitting the photo.
  • Submission information: Each photo submission should include the photo title, date and location taken, photographer’s name, and work location.
  • Submission limit: Each Team Member can submit up to 2 entries to each category; one photo per entry. Note on Spirit of Yellowstone - Only 1 entry on this category.
  • Use permission: By entering this contest, you grant Yellowstone Forever permission to use your submitted photos, with photo credit given to the photographer.

 

Selection and Prizes:

  • The entire Retail and Warehouse Team is eligible to vote on the entries.
  • The winner of each category will receive a 2027 YF Calendar.
  • The winner of Spirit of Yellowstone will have an opportunity to have their photo represented on a product in the 2027 product line and will receive a $50 Amazon Gift card, plus bragging rights!

Category theme: Wild Spirit 

Wildlife and Wildflowers

 

Photo Contest Rules:

  • Who can enter: Yellowstone Forever Retail and Warehouse team members, including management.
  • Contest dates: Entries open August 22 and must be submitted by September 13.
  • Photo criteria: All photos must be taken in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem during your 2026 summer season by the person submitting the photo.
  • Submission information: Each photo submission should include the photo title, date and location taken, photographer’s name, and work location.
  • Submission limit: Each Team Member can submit up to 2 entries to each category; one photo per entry. Note on Spirit of Yellowstone - Only 1 entry on this category.
  • Use permission: By entering this contest, you grant Yellowstone Forever permission to use your submitted photos, with photo credit given to the photographer.

 

Selection and Prizes:

  • The entire Retail and Warehouse Team is eligible to vote on the entries.
  • The winner of each category will receive a 2027 YF Calendar.
  • The winner of Spirit of Yellowstone will have an opportunity to have their photo represented on a product in the 2027 product line and will receive a $50 Amazon Gift card, plus bragging rights!

Category theme: Where Water Meets Wilderness 

Lakes, Rivers & Waterfalls

 

Photo Contest Rules:

  • Who can enter: Yellowstone Forever Retail and Warehouse team members, including management.
  • Contest dates: Entries open August 22 and must be submitted by September 13.
  • Photo criteria: All photos must be taken in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem during your 2026 summer season by the person submitting the photo.
  • Submission information: Each photo submission should include the photo title, date and location taken, photographer’s name, and work location.
  • Submission limit: Each Team Member can submit up to 2 entries to each category; one photo per entry. Note on Spirit of Yellowstone - Only 1 entry on this category.
  • Use permission: By entering this contest, you grant Yellowstone Forever permission to use your submitted photos, with photo credit given to the photographer.

 

Selection and Prizes:

  • The entire Retail and Warehouse Team is eligible to vote on the entries.
  • The winner of each category will receive a 2027 YF Calendar.
  • The winner of Spirit of Yellowstone will have an opportunity to have their photo represented on a product in the 2027 product line and will receive a $50 Amazon Gift card, plus bragging rights!

Category theme: Moments That Matter 

Fun Times whether with your team at work or on a solo adventure

 

Photo Contest Rules:

  • Who can enter: Yellowstone Forever Retail and Warehouse team members, including management.
  • Contest dates: Entries open August 22 and must be submitted by September 13.
  • Photo criteria: All photos must be taken in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem during your 2026 summer season by the person submitting the photo.
  • Submission information: Each photo submission should include the photo title, date and location taken, photographer’s name, and work location.
  • Submission limit: Each Team Member can submit up to 2 entries to each category; one photo per entry. Note on Spirit of Yellowstone - Only 1 entry on this category.
  • Use permission: By entering this contest, you grant Yellowstone Forever permission to use your submitted photos, with photo credit given to the photographer.

 

Selection and Prizes:

  • The entire Retail and Warehouse Team is eligible to vote on the entries.
  • The winner of each category will receive a 2027 YF Calendar.
  • The winner of Spirit of Yellowstone will have an opportunity to have their photo represented on a product in the 2027 product line and will receive a $50 Amazon Gift card, plus bragging rights!

Category theme: Spirit of Yellowstone 

This is your #1 photo, regardless of category that you feel fully represents Yellowstone and all its wonder!

 

Photo Contest Rules:

  • Who can enter: Yellowstone Forever Retail and Warehouse team members, including management.
  • Contest dates: Entries open August 22 and must be submitted by September 13.
  • Photo criteria: All photos must be taken in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem during your 2026 summer season by the person submitting the photo.
  • Submission information: Each photo submission should include the photo title, date and location taken, photographer’s name, and work location.
  • Submission limit: Each Team Member can submit up to 2 entries to each category; one photo per entry. Note on Spirit of Yellowstone - Only 1 entry on this category.
  • Use permission: By entering this contest, you grant Yellowstone Forever permission to use your submitted photos, with photo credit given to the photographer.

 

Selection and Prizes:

  • The entire Retail and Warehouse Team is eligible to vote on the entries.
  • The winner of each category will receive a 2027 YF Calendar.
  • The winner of Spirit of Yellowstone will have an opportunity to have their photo represented on a product in the 2027 product line and will receive a $50 Amazon Gift card, plus bragging rights!