2025 UACD Photo Contest Winners
The Utah Association of Conservation Districts (UACD) proudly presents the winners of the 2025
Agriculture & Conservation Photo Contest.
These entries showcase how agriculture and conservation work hand in hand across our state—capturing Utah’s farms, rangelands, wildlife, and stewardship in action.
This year’s winning photos and posters were selected for their conservation message, visual impact, and creativity. Grand prize winners from each age division will advance to compete at the National Association of Conservation Districts (NACD) competition, representing Utah on a national stage.
State Winner - Grant Prize
Liza Dapper- "Close to Home"
"Grazing, this picture was taken close to where I live next to some marshlands and shows me how close agriculture is to home."
Auxiliary's Choice
Larry Blain -"Grass is Getting Short"
Artist Statement - Ranchers need to manage their Fall and Winter pastures in order to save on hay and keep mother cows ready to calve in the Spring.
President's Choice
Reina Staheli- "Heaven on Earth"
Artist Statement - Example of an agriculture habitat conserved for range cows.
Honorable Mention
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Aaron Gutierrez - "Horse"
Artist Statement - A Horse grazes on a beautiful day in New Harmony Utah. Horses represent the connection between the earth and humans and they help produce food
2025 UACD Poster Contest Winners
The Utah Association of Conservation Districts is proud to announce the winners of the statewide “Home Is Where the Habitat Is” poster contest, open to students in grades 2–6. This year’s entries showcased incredible creativity and a strong understanding of the importance of protecting Utah’s natural habitats.
Our winning posters will now advance to the National Association of Conservation Districts (NACD) competition, where they’ll represent Utah on the national stage. Congratulations to all our talented young artists for their inspiring work and dedication to conservation!
Grade 2-3
1st Place - Maelie Mortensen, Canyonlands CD
Grade 2-3
2nd Place - Leo Anderson, Salt Lake CD
Grades 4-6
1st Place - Samantha Lampman, Kane CD
2nd Place - Everette Hughes, Delta CD
3rd Place - Hannah Thope, San Pete CD -