Nature photographers of all ages and skill levels are welcomed to participate in a Nature Photo Contest, to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Stillwaters Environmental Center in Kingston. This summertime contest, which ends Sept. 15, is being co-sponsored by the North Kitsap Herald, Whisper, S & J Graphics, and photographers William Thompson and Greg MacDonald. “It will give you ample excuse to take yourself and your camera outside – to the woods, the beach, the mountains, or the field behind your house,” said Stillwaters Administrative Director Naomi Maasberg. “Show us what you see in nature!”

Contest categories will include various ages and all skill levels. Prizes will be awarded at a celebration and show in October. For more information on the contest, visit the Stillwaters Web site at www.stillwatersenvironmentalcenter.org.

Need some inspiration? William Thompson, former National Geographic photographer, and a Stillwaters naturalist, will be leading a field-based workshop for all photographers at 9 a.m. on Sunday, Aug. 16 at Stillwaters. Cost is yet to be determined; wear trail- and weather-appropriate clothing and bring a bag lunch for eating in the field. Children younger than 16 must be accompanied by an adult. To register, call (360) 297-2876 or e-mail info@stillwatersenvironmentalcenter.org.