Feather Falls Trail Area brings state, federal, local, and Native Tribes in this amazing restoration project.
So many high scoring images in March-April 2026 California Wildlife Photo Contest of the Year.
Donald Quintana is a nature and wildlife photographer, conservationist, and Certified California Naturalist. Well-known for his worldwide nature tours and educational presentations, we are pleased to share his story.
This historic lighthouse and bed & breakfast inn was on my bucketlist for years. Escape to another place and time – the beauty and solitude of the island.
2026 EIC Last week to enter March 12 – May 3, 2026 Contest is open to all current OWAC members. Cash Awards Paid to
After nearly five years, we were thrilled to return to this spectacular part of California. Enjoying places we know well.
Outdoor Writers Association of California proudly honors winners of its 2026 Pat Vachini Writing & Photography Contest.
Sharlene Goduco of Castro Valley High School won first place in the writing category with her story about Yellowstone National Park.
California Watchable Wildlife Winning Images for January-February 2026
The story of six women sailing a 46 ft catamaran throughout the U.S. Virgin islands. Most met as strangers and sailing novices but quickly meshed into a perfect all-women sailing team, plunging into the Caribbean’s uniquely beautiful culture along with its stunning scenery of natural wonders.
Ascending California’s 15 highest peaks marks a great achievement for anybody, but it was thrilling for a climber who thought he was more likely to lose his foot than climb a mountain.
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