Orland Grassland by Jason Sokol
The 2026 Photo Contest is underway where winning photographers will have their images featured in the 2027 Forest Preserves calendar.
Winners will receive 10 copies of the calendar plus a prize package filled with Forest Preserves experiences, including tickets to Brookfield Zoo Chicago, Chicago Botanic Garden and GoApe Zipline & Adventure Park, a free cabin stay, canoe and kayak rentals, a round of golf and more!
Up to 24 runners-up may also be featured on our website, social media and in the Forest Way newsletter throughout the year.
Already have a favorite photo from the Forest Preserves? Submit it before August 16!
Contest rules & submission info: fpdcc.com/photocontest