We'd like to thank all of our participants in 2026's Photography Contest including those who voted! Enjoy all of the photos below, arranged by category, including some stories behind the photos written by our special guest authors (photographers). To view titles and names, hover over the photograph. Stay connected with Kings River Conservancy! Subscribe to our newsletter here and follow us on Instagram @ KingsRiverConservancy. 2026 Winners K-6th 1st: “Purple Flowers” Lucas Lutz 2nd: “Rolling...

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All sources and suggested readings are listed at the end of this article. No A.I. was used in writing this article. In honor of Black History Month, we would like to highlight five history-making Black and African American conservationists, environmentalists, educators, advocates and their contributions. We have also included suggested readings at the end to continue learning about environmental history makers and present day heroes! Anna J. Cooper Described by the National Museum of African...