WATERFORD, N.Y. — Calling all photographers: the Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor is currently hosting its 15th annual Erie Canalway Photo Contest.
The photo contest is accepting submissions now through August 28. The winning photos will then be featured in the 2021 Erie Canalway calendar.
The Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor says images should convey the unique character of New York's canals and canal communities.
Submissions will be judged in one of four contest categories:
- On the water — activities on the water; boats of all stripes
- Along the trail — cyclists, walkers, strollers, and activities or scenes along the Erie Canalway trail
- Canal communities — historic downtowns, distinctive architecture, farmers markets, events, and scenes taken in canal communities
- Classic canal — photos of on-water activities, engineering marvels, canal structures, nature, or other scenes that show the distinctive sense of place of the Erie Canalway. Photos that could only be captured at the Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor
All submissions must be taken within the Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor. A maximum of three images will be accepted per photographer.
Judges will then select first, second and third place winning images from each category. There will also be 12 honorable mentions.
Winners will receive a copy of the calendar. Other prizes are to be determined.
The Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor spans 524 miles across New York, encompassing the Erie, Cayuga-Seneca, Oswego and Complain canals and over 230 canal communities.
Anyone looking to submit their photos must have their entries postmarked by August 28.
Click here to view the official contest rules or to fill out an entry form.