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Wildlife in Focus

LXCL:The 2026 Wildlife in Focus Awards Banquet ~ Dawson Family Hall<h3 class="lxcl-h3" dir="ltr">An Evening Celebrating the Wild Heart of Texas</h3>Join us for an unforgettable evening as we celebrate the stunning biodiversity of our great state and honor the extraordinary visionaries who capture it. The 2026 Wildlife in Focus Awards Banquet is the grand finale of our biennial photo contest, bringing together passionate photographers, dedicated landowners, conservationists, and nature lovers for a night of art, community, and environmental stewardship. Parking Directions: 1. If your guests are exiting from Hildebrand, they should head towards Broadway. 2. At the traffic light on Broadway, they will need to make a right turn. 3. Continue on Broadway until they reach Tuletta Drive. 4. Make a right turn onto Tuletta Drive from Broadway. 5. Once they reach the stop sign at Tuletta Drive and Ave B, have them make a left turn. 6. The Brackenridge Parking Garage will be on the right side. 7. They can park in the garage for convenient access. Guests will be entering our " Rotary Way/Stumberg Famly " entry gates located directly across from Brackenridge Parking Garage.

Banquet

Celebrating the 2026 Texas Photographer of the YearPresented by Wildlife in FocusThe title of Texas Photographer of the Year is the pinnacle of achievement in conservation photography, celebrating an extraordinary visual storyteller who has captured the untamed heart and diverse ecosystems of the Lone Star State. Following the historic statewide expansion of the Wildlife in Focus photo contest, the 2026 recipient represents the very best of Texas&rsquo;s thriving wildlife, from the coastal marshes to the rugged West Texas brush country.The Spirit of the AwardThis prestigious honor is not simply awarded for a single lucky shot; it recognizes a photographer&rsquo;s profound dedication, technical mastery, and unmatched patience. Through the unique Wildlife in Focus framework, the photographer collaborated hand-in-hand with local landowners, gaining exclusive access to private working lands to document the state&#39;s hidden natural treasures.The 2026 Texas Photographer of the Year successfully bridged the gap between art and environmental stewardship, delivering a breathtaking portfolio that captures:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">The Drama of Texas Wildlife: From the lightning-fast striking precision of native predators to the delicate nesting habits of migratory birds.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">A Tapestry of Flora and Fauna: Showcasing the stunning biodiversity that thrives when dedicated landowners and passionate conservationists work together.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Mastery of Light and Landscape: Utilizing the golden hours, dramatic Texas skies, and challenging terrain to frame native species in their purest, unscripted moments.</li></ul>&quot;To win this title requires more than a lens&mdash;it requires an understanding of the land, the rhythm of its creatures, and the grit to sit in a blind for hours waiting for a split second of magic.&quot;Why It MattersBeyond the striking imagery, the work of the 2026 Texas Photographer of the Year serves a vital purpose. Every photograph in the winning collection acts as an ambassador for Texas conservation, inspiring a deeper appreciation for the protection of native habitats and supporting the Wildlife in Focus mission to foster land stewardship across Texas

Celebrating the 2026 Texas Photographer of the YearPresented by Wildlife in FocusThe title of Texas Photographer of the Year is the pinnacle of achievement in conservation photography, celebrating an extraordinary visual storyteller who has captured the untamed heart and diverse ecosystems of the Lone Star State. Following the historic statewide expansion of the Wildlife in Focus photo contest, the 2026 recipient represents the very best of Texas’s thriving wildlife, from the coastal marshes to the rugged West Texas brush country.The Spirit of the AwardThis prestigious honor is not simply awarded for a single lucky shot; it recognizes a photographer’s profound dedication, technical mastery, and unmatched patience. Through the unique Wildlife in Focus framework, the photographer collaborated hand-in-hand with local landowners, gaining exclusive access to private working lands to document the state's hidden natural treasures.The 2026 Texas Photographer of the Year successfully bridged the gap between art and environmental stewardship, delivering a breathtaking portfolio that captures:<ul><li>The Drama of Texas Wildlife: From the lightning-fast striking precision of native predators to the delicate nesting habits of migratory birds.</li><li>A Tapestry of Flora and Fauna: Showcasing the stunning biodiversity that thrives when dedicated landowners and passionate conservationists work together.</li><li>Mastery of Light and Landscape: Utilizing the golden hours, dramatic Texas skies, and challenging terrain to frame native species in their purest, unscripted moments.</li></ul>"To win this title requires more than a lens—it requires an understanding of the land, the rhythm of its creatures, and the grit to sit in a blind for hours waiting for a split second of magic."Why It MattersBeyond the striking imagery, the work of the 2026 Texas Photographer of the Year serves a vital purpose. Every photograph in the winning collection acts as an ambassador for Texas conservation, inspiring a deeper appreciation for the protection of native habitats and supporting the Wildlife in Focus mission to foster land stewardship across Texas

Wildlife in Focus

October 3 Banquet 2026 Texas Photographer of the Year ALL

3801 Broadway

Banquet

$75

An Evening Celebrating the Wild Heart of Texas

An Evening Celebrating the Wild Heart of Texas

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