Voting Ends 3/31/2025 at 5:00:00 PM Pacific Time

Spring into Parks

In celebration of our 60+ beautiful Sonoma County Regional Parks, the Sonoma County Parks Foundation is hosting a spring 2025 photo contest as a fundraiser to benefit Regional Parks. 

Winning photos will be featured on the Sonoma County Parks Foundation website, newsletters, social media, and some winning photos will also be featured in our 2026 calendar. The contest begins Saturday, March 1st and will end Monday, March 31st at 5:00 p.m. We welcome entries from any resident or visitor in Sonoma County, regardless of skill level or experience. We will accept the following submissions of photos taken in any of our 60+ Sonoma County Regional Parks:

  • Park Wildlife: Send us your best photos of wildlife, including deer, otters, birds and other wild inhabitants of Sonoma County. Please be respectful of wildlife when taking photos. (See these tips from the National Audubon Society about ethical animal photography: audubon.org/get-outside/audubons-guide-ethical-bird-photography)

  • Park Views and Vistas: Share your photos of beautiful sunsets, scenic views, spectacular coastlines, wildflowers and more taken at any regional park. To see a list of Sonoma County Regional Parks, visit www.sonomacountyparks.org.
    • No photos showing people’s faces or off-leash dogs accepted.

Submissions produced with the assistance of drones or generated or altered by AI are not acceptable.

We will have two categories of winners. "People's Choice" winners will be selected based on popular votes through the website gogophotocontest.com/SonomaCountyParksFoundation . "Judges' Choice" winners will be selected by a panel of distinguished judges. Learn more about our judges and the rubric for judging.


Winning photos will be featured in our 2026 Spring into Parks Calendar! 

Reserve a Day in the 2026 Calendar
Just want a guaranteed spot in the calendar? Reserve a day to feature your photo. This can be for a loved one's birthday with a photo of their favorite trail, an anniversary, birthday, memorial or really any special day! Your photo will appear on the day of your choice. Just choose your favorite photo and then choose the day and pay! First come first served! Once a date has been reserved, it will no longer be available. Scenery or wildlife photos only, no faces or pets off leash, please.

Reserve Your Day Here →
Prizes

Judges’ Choice 

 First Place:  

  • Cover of Sonoma County’s Spring into Parks 2026 calendar and a copy of the calendar  

  • $150 Stark’s Restaurant Gift Card

  • Winning image on choice of cutting board, candle or puzzle from Parks Foundation online store.

  • The first choice of one prize on the prize chart.

 Second Place: 

  • Monthly featured photo in Spring into Parks 2026 calendar and a copy of the calendar  

  • Regional Parks membership 

  • Third choice of one prize on the prize chart.

 Third Place: 

  • Monthly featured photo in Spring into Parks 2026 calendar and a copy of the calendar

  • Regional Parks membership 

  • Fifth choice of one prize on the prize chart.

Fourth Place: 

  • Monthly featured photo in Spring into Parks 2026 calendar and a copy of the calendar  

  • Seventh choice of one prize on the prize chart

 Fifth Place: 

  • Monthly featured photo in Spring into Parks 2026 calendar and a copy of the calendar

  • Ninth choice of one prize on the prize chart

 

People's Choice 

 First Place: 

  • Monthly featured photo in Spring into Parks 2026 calendar and a copy of the calendar  

  • $150 Stark’s Restaurant Gift Card

  • Winning image on choice of cutting board, candle or puzzle from Parks Foundation online store.

  • Second choice of one prize on the prize chart.

Second Place: 

  • Monthly featured photo in Spring into Parks 2026 calendar and a copy of the calendar   

  • Regional Parks membership 

  • Fourth choice of one prize on the prize chart.

 Third Place: 

  • Monthly featured photo in Spring into Parks 2026 calendar and a copy of the calendar    

  • Regional Parks membership 

  • Sixth choice of one prize on the prize chart.

Fourth Place: 

  • Monthly featured photo in Spring into Parks 2026 calendar and a copy of the calendar   

  • Eighth choice of one prize on the prize chart

 Fifth Place: 

  • Monthly featured photo in Spring into Parks 2026 calendar and a copy of the calendar    

  • Tenth choice of one prize on the prize chart.

 

Outdoor package: REI Trekking poles, camelback backpack and portable water cup

Duckhorn portfolio tasting pass for two*. Includes tastings at Duckhorn, Paraduxx, Migration AND Goldeneye, $390 value

Wine Package*: DaVero Vine and Farm tour for 4, $95 value and Tasting for four at Mazocco, $100 value

The Lab $100 Gift Certificate for photo scans or prints

Mezzaluna restaurant $100 Gift Certificate, one pair of 3-day passes to CoWork and somofit at SOMO Village

Two 3-day passes at both CoWork and somofit at SOMO Village with beautiful Parks Foundation Yoga Mat

Two 3-day passes at both CoWork and somofit at SOMO Village with a set of REI Trekking poles

10-Punch card to Session Climbing Gym
$270 Value

10-Punch card to Session Climbing Gym
$270 Value

10-Punch card to Session Climbing Gym
$270 Value




PRIZE DESCRIPTIONS


DaVero Wine and Farm Tour*: 

90 Minutes.  Private Biodynamic Tour, Estate Wines & Oil, Farm Board

A journey that begins with a private tour of our living, biodynamic farm. Witness firsthand our regenerative farming practices and then savor an exclusive tasting featuring only our most limited Estate wines. Enjoy exquisite Italian varietal wines, shared with a seasonal farm spread of local cheeses, DaVero jam, honey, and our renowned estate extra virgin olive oil and harvests from our garden.

All guests must be at least 21 years of age.

DaVero Private farm tour for 4, $95 value 

 

Mazzocco Wine Tasting for four*:

Private Zinfandel Tasting

Get away to Dry Creek Valley in the heart of wine country! Enjoy a private tasting for up to 4 guests and taste through a flight of single-vineyard designate Zinfandels. Upon arrival at the winery, you will be whisked to our lovely garden area for your personal tasting of what Mazzocco Sonoma wines has to offer. 


Duckhorn Porfolio Wine Tasting for two to 4 estate wineries*: 

The Duckhorn portfolio of wineries has set the standard for American fine wine for over 40 years. This pass entitles you to two (2) tasting experiences at EACH of our four renowned estates in the Napa and Anderson Valleys, Duckhorn Vineyards, Paraduxx, Migration and Goldeneye.


SOMO Village CoWork and somofit:

CoWork: 3-day passes, $105 value per pass

Enjoy day access to our beautiful coworking space, including wifi, coffee, and community!

https://www.somocowork.com/


Somofit: Four 3-day passes to experience this brand-new wellness space, which will be celebrating its grand opening this April! 

Located in Rohnert Park at SOMO Village, our beautifully crafted space blends state-of-the-art equipment with expert trainers and science-backed recovery options to take your fitness to the next level. Try out a HIIT class, hot yoga, or a cold plunge in the recovery lounge.

https://somofit.com/


The Lab: $100 gift certificate.  The LAB has been providing the North Bay with the highest quality photographic work since 1987. www.thelabsantarosa.com/


Mezzaluna: At Mezzeluna, our mission is to offer a genuine Greek dining experience that goes beyond just eating. We strive to create dishes that are true to Greek culinary traditions, using the freshest ingredients and authentic recipes. Our aim is to provide a warm, welcoming atmosphere where every guest feels like part of the Mezzeluna family. We are committed to exceeding expectations, ensuring that each visit is a memorable journey through the rich flavors and culture of Greece.


Session Climbing Gym:

Offering a fitness mezzanine, certified trainers, and training events, Session has with everything you need to take your fitness to the next level. Each 10 visit punch pass is valued at $270.


Outdoor Package:

Camelbak bag, Kickback 30 oz cup and REI Trekking poles.



*Wine Tasting Prizes are for participants age 21 and older only.

About Us
​Sonoma County is home to one of the most diverse park systems in California – spanning cities, suburbs, valleys, mountains, rivers and ocean – with open space conservation land, developed trails, skate parks, tennis and pickleball courts, sports fields, playgrounds, beaches, picnic areas, marinas and campgrounds.

The nonprofit Sonoma County Parks Foundation supports more than 60 parks and trails in the Sonoma County Regional Parks system, as well as programs for children, adults, seniors and underserved populations in the parks.

Your participation in this photo contest – as a contest entrant or a voter – helps us raise vital funds for programs that serve children and teens in parks, trail construction and renovations, and climate action projects. Thank you!
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