The Last Green Valley, Inc. (TLGV) is searching for 12 photos capturing the unique spirit of the National Heritage Corridor. The selected images will appear in the 2024 TLGV Calendar and hang proudly in businesses and homes throughout the National Heritage Corridor and beyond!

Photos must capture the heart and soul of the natural, historic and cultural resources of The Last Green Valley. Entries depicting nocturnal animals, insects and plants will be given special consideration. We welcome photos of people caring for and enjoying the National Heritage Corridor, but we must have the subject’s permission to publish.

The TLGV Calendar is a full 8.5 by 11 inches, printed in color on high quality paper and will be available through the TLGV online shop, with all proceeds supporting the programs and projects of the National Heritage Corridor. The name of the photographer and title of the image is printed with each image.

The photographer who earns the cover will be featured in a press release about the calendar, in addition to receiving 10 copies of the 2024 TLGV Calendar. All other winners will get five copies of the calendar.

Each photograph must be in color digital format, sized to 10” wide x 8” tall (landscape orientation), and at least 300 dpi and be accompanied by a completed contest form. Photos that do not meet the criteria will be disqualified. There is a limit of three entries per person. Contest forms are available by clicking here. All submissions will become the property of TLGV. Submissions are due by email no later than noon on June 26, 2023. Send to LyAnn@tlgv.org, subject line “Calendar Photo Contest.”  For more information, please call 860-774-3300 or send questions to LyAnn@tlgv.org, subject “Calendar Photo Contest.”

The Last Green Valley National Heritage Corridor is the last stretch of dark night sky in the coastal sprawl between Boston and Washington, D.C. The Last Green Valley, Inc. is a member- supported, non-profit organization working for you in the National Heritage Corridor. Together we can care for, enjoy and pass on The Last Green Valley!