Professional Category

1st Place - John Dykstra - Jenison, MI
Storm Chasers

"Strong westerly winds can produce wild and exciting surf on Michigan's western coast. These two "Storm Chasers" are taking full advantage of natures fury at Grand Haven State Park, Grand Haven, Michigan."

2nd Place -   Shawn Hamer - Auburn Hills, MI

Grand Portal Entry

"The Grand Portal used to be much grander 50 years ago - apparently large enough to pass a large ship through! But the original 'portal' collapsed and now this new one is forming.

3rd Place - Craig Brandt - Bartlett, IL

The Fisherman

"Harbor Break Wall, Manitowoc, Wisconsin."

Amateur Category

1st Place - Cari Weber -Jenison, MI

Super-size it

"In light of the horrific oil spill this year, I focused on the wildlife of the Great Lakes. This egret had a super-sized catch of the day. Lake Erie, Ohio."

2nd Place - Ashton Howard - Minneapolis, MN

Superior Perspective

"A beautiful view of lake superior from a unique perspective."

3rd Place - Amanda Allard-Korell - Duluth, MN

The Slates

"Last summer my husband and I visited Ontario's Slate Islands for the very first time. Woodland caribou, loons and bald eagles are lucky to call these islands, and the crystal clear waters that surround them, home."