The 2019 Share the Experience photo contest was hosted by the National Park Foundation and co-sponsor Booz Allen Hamilton, in partnership with the National Park Service, the Bureau of Land Management, the Bureau of Reclamation, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the U.S. Forest Service, and Recreation.gov. The contest received over 9,000 photos from amateur photographers sharing their favorite views, moments, and adventures from America’s national parks and public lands. Winners receive cash prizes along with outdoor gear provided by Celestron, Hydro Flask, and Osprey Packs, hotel packages courtesy of Historic Hotels of America®, and an annual National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass.
Grand Prize Winner

Redwood National and State Parks
For his winning entry, Mr. Jezak receives $10,000, a Transporter 40 Expedition Duffle courtesy of Osprey Packs, a 24 L Soft Cooler Tote and 21oz Bottle courtesy of Hydro Flask, a two-night stay at The Hermitage Hotel courtesy of Historic Hotels of America, and a Federal Recreational Lands Pass. The winning picture will also be featured on the annual National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass.
Second Prize

Antietam National Battlefield
Mr. Brant will receive $5,000, a Transporter 40 Expedition Duffle courtesy of Osprey Packs, a 24 L Soft Cooler Tote and 21oz Bottle courtesy of Hydro Flask, a two-night stay at the Fairmont XV Beacon courtesy of Historic Hotels of America, and a Federal Recreational Lands Pass.
Third Prize

Badlands National Park
Mrs. Mueller will receive $3,000, a Transporter 40 Expedition Duffle courtesy of Osprey Packs, a 24 L Soft Cooler Tote and 21oz Bottle courtesy of Hydro Flask, a two-night stay at Basin Harbor Resort courtesy of Historic Hotels of America, and a Federal Recreational Lands Pass.
Fan Favorites

Ozark-St. Francis National Forest

Yellowstone National Park
Each of the 2 Fan Favorite winners will receive a Transporter 40 Expedition Duffle courtesy of Osprey Packs, a 21oz Bottle courtesy of Hydro Flask, a two-night stay at either West Baden Springs Hotel or French Lick Springs Hotel courtesy of Historic Hotels of America, and a Federal Recreational Lands Pass.
Honorable Mentions

Adventure & Outdoor Recreation: Allegheny National Forest

Historical & Cultural: Gettysburg National Military Park

Scenic, Seasons, & Landscape: Haleakalā National Park

Family, Friends, & Fun: Glacier National Park

Wildlife: Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge

Urban Playgrounds: Gateway Arch National Park
Each of the 6 Honorable Mention category winners will receive a complimentary two-night stay at a select hotel courtesy of Historic Hotels of America, a Transporter 40 Expedition Duffle courtesy of Osprey Packs, a 21oz Bottle courtesy of Hydro Flask, and a Federal Recreational Lands Pass. Celestron product(s) will also be awarded to category winners of Scenic, Seasons & Landscapes, Family, Friends & Fun, and Wildlife.