The 2020 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 13,000 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 and Hydro Flask, hotel packages courtesy of Historic Hotels of America®, and an annual National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass.
Grand Prize Winner

San Juan National Forest
For his winning entry, Mr. Gruenhaupt receives $10,000, a 24 L Soft Cooler Tote and 21oz Bottle courtesy of Hydro Flask, a two-night stay at La Valencia 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

Pictured Rocks National LakeshoreÂ
Mr. Jensen will receive $5,000, a 24 L Soft Cooler Tote and 21oz Bottle courtesy of Hydro Flask, a two-night stay at the West Baden Springs Hotel courtesy of Historic Hotels of America, and a Federal Recreational Lands Pass.
Third Prize

Apache-Sitgreaves National ForestsÂ
Mrs. Ritter will receive $3,000, a 24 L Soft Cooler Tote and 21oz Bottle courtesy of Hydro Flask, a two-night stay at Jekyll Island Club Resort courtesy of Historic Hotels of America, and a Federal Recreational Lands Pass.
Fan Favorites

Grand Teton National Park

Olympic National Park
Each of the 2 Fan Favorite winners will receive a 21oz Bottle courtesy of Hydro Flask, a two-night stay at either Omni Parker House or French Lick Springs Hotel courtesy of Historic Hotels of America, and a Federal Recreational Lands Pass.
Honorable Mentions

Adventure & Outdoor Recreation: Mount Rainier National ParkÂ

Historical & Cultural:Â Stones River National BattlefieldÂ

Urban Playgrounds:Â Golden Gate National Recreation AreaÂ

Scenic, Seasons & Landscapes: Natural Bridges National MonumentÂ

Family, Friends & Fun:Â Great Sand Dunes National Park & PreserveÂ

Wildlife: Katmai National Park and PreserveÂ
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 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.