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The County of Northern Lights is looking for high-quality photos to be featured in the 2022 Photo Calendar!

If your photos are selected, you can win up to $200! The deadline for submissions is Friday, October 1st.

Forms are available below:

• Photo Contest Rules
• Photo Entry Forms (each photo submitted requires a completed entry form)
• Photo Contest Waiver Form (to be completed by the contest entrant)
• General Authorization and Release Forms (To be filled out and signed by any clearly identifiable person, home, or business in the photo)

FAQ:

• Who can enter the contest? This photo contest is only open to individuals of all ages and amateur photographers only.
• How many photos can I enter? Each person can submit up to 10 photos, however, only a maximum of 4 can be selected for the calendar.
• Is there a theme? Nope! We like a variety of photos, animals, landscapes, etc.
• Is there a specific format needed? High-quality digital photos in the landscape (horizontal) format work best for calendars.

Ready to submit your photos? Send completed forms and digital photo files to Trinidy Schmidt, at [email protected], or use the online submission portal available here.

Still have some questions? Contact Trinidy Schmidt at 780.836.3348 or email via [email protected]

The County of Northern Lights and Manning & District FCSS are excited to announce the debut of our Block Party Planning Guide & Activity Kits! Use the Block Party Guide to help plan your Block Party and sign out one of the activity kits to take your party to the next level of fun!

Residents of the Town of Manning and the County of Northern Lights can get the guide and an activity kit sign-out request here!

Looking for stay-cation ideas? Check out the Explore County of Northern Lights Summer Guide and Camping Guides! Some events/businesses/etc. listed may be closed or cancelled due to the pandemic. Remember to follow AHS gathering guidelines and protocols!

Camping is one of the most popular summer activities in Alberta! Make sure everyone has a fun experience with these basic etiquette guidelines:

• Respect the environment and nature: Do not leave trash behind, or damage natural habitats. Leave no trace!
• Respect your neighbours: avoid loud, excessive or offensive noise, talking, or music at anytime of the day.
• Be courteous to campground staff and caretakers and follow posted campground rules.
• Practice safe burning with your campfire and never leave it unattended. Remember: when you put it out; soak it, stir it and soak it again!
• Keep pets on a leash, do not let them wander. It is not safe for them or others.
• Respect all posted speed limits. Be mindful and cautious of pedestrians, children and other obstructions while driving.
• Be mindful of potential wildlife in the area (bears, cougars, etc.
• Remember, some Provincial parks are open, but are 'user maintained'.
• Follow Alberta Health Services' current guidelines around gatherings and camping during COVID-19.

Summer fun often means camping, hiking, biking, and many other outdoor adventures, which also means it is important to be bear smart. Cleaning up garbage, storing food properly and knowing how to identify bears and their presence is just a few things you should know. Learn more about bears and bear safety with this handy pamphlet from Alberta Parks and by visiting bit.ly/ABbearsmart