Sierra Nevada Alliance is hosting its inaugural nature photography contest in celebration of its 25th anniversary.

The Snap the Sierra Photo Contest closes June 15.

Proceeds from the photography contest will support the Alliance’s mission to protect and restore Sierra lands, water and wildlife, namely supporting an educational News & Review publication to distribute throughout the region.

Go online to enter. The winning photos will be decided by whichever receives the most votes, and there are prizes for first, second and third places. First place includes a $500 cash prize. All winning images will be featured in the Alliance’s 25th anniversary News & Review publication, with an estimated distribution of 70,000. Anyone can cast a vote for $1.