2024 Photo Contest

The 2024 Photo Contest has concluded! Golden West received your favorite shots of people, places, and all four seasons within the cooperative’s service territory. All submitted photographs are posted to the Golden West Facebook page (@GoldenWestTelecom) where members choose the winners by voting for their favorites.

The top three photos and photographers win the following prizes:

  • 1st Place – GoPro Camera
  • 2nd Place – $100 Visa Gift Card
  • 3rd Place – $50 Visa Gift Card

We would like to extend our sincere gratitude to all of you who participated. Your stunning photographs showcased the beauty and diversity of the Golden West service territory, and we were truly impressed by your talent and creativity. Thank you for sharing your passion for photography with us. Below are the top three winners for this year:

 

2024 Photo Contest Winner - 1st Place Rezty Gapuz

2024 Photo Contest Winner – 1st Place Rezty Gapuz

 

2024 Photo Contest Winner - 2nd Place Mitchell Stands

2024 Photo Contest Winner – 2nd Place Mitchell Stands

 

2024 Photo Contest Winner - 3rd Place Jami Ferguson

2024 Photo Contest Winner – 3rd Place Jami Ferguson

You can discover the winning photographs from years past here.

 

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