Friends of the St. Clair River (FOSCR) held their fourth amateur digital photography contest to raise public awareness and appreciation for this beautiful body of water just steps from our door and provide some motivation for people to capture photographs that demonstrate the ongoing improvements to the natural conditions of the river. The contest was open to Canadian and American residents from September 1, 2024 to November 1, 2024.

In total, 143 photos were submitted by 60 individuals under three contest categories:
• “Nature and Wildlife” – a focus on the St. Clair River’s natural features: water, flora, fish and wildlife.
• “Digital Perspectives” – an opportunity for digital editors to add an artistic touch and present a new perspective of the St. Clair River.
• “Photos Taken by Youth (Under 18)” – may include any activity, scenic view, people, buildings, etc. related to, along, in, under, or from the St. Clair River.

A panel of judges reviewed each of the entries and selected the winning photographs for each of the contest categories. Friends of St. Clair River presented each of the first place winners with a $500 cash prize, second place winners with a $300 cash prize, and third place winners with a $200 cash prize:
• Nature and Wildlife: First – Lindsay Lawson, Second – Michele Hutton, Third – Sarah Parmann-Jenks
• Digital Perspectives: First – Kris Lawrence, Second – Jeffrey Thornton, Third – Diane Lambert
• Photos Taken by Youth (Under 18): First – Cora Hunter, Second – Lilly Inkpen, Third – Cora Hunter

The Friends of the St. Clair River extend their gratitude to everyone who took the time to capture and submit beautiful photos of the river.