Photo Contest

BSNC is excited to announce the winners of the 2026 Annual Photo Contest! BSNC thanks all the entrants for the incredible photos they submitted. These photos showcase the beauty and strength of Our People, our culture and our region. BSNC added “Share Your Community” as a special category this year. Congratulations to Jeri Okbaok for beautifully capturing the joy of village life in her photo, earning the grand prize! Quyaana!

• Share Your Community: Submit a photo that shows what you love about your community.
• Village Life: Illustrate the vibrant and unique aspects of life in our villages. 
• Scenery and Landscape: Showcase the breathtaking beauty of our surroundings and landscapes. 
• Historical: Research your family or community history and present it through a visual narrative. 
• Subsistence and Cultural Activities: Highlight the traditions, activities and practices that sustain our culture. 

Grand Prize: 50,000 Alaska Airlines Miles 
1st Place: GoPro Camera + Accessories    
2nd Place: $300 Visa Gift Card   
3rd Place: BSNC Swag

By submitting photos to BSNC, you certify that the photograph(s) submitted are your original work and that you hold all necessary rights, including copyright, to the image(s).  You agree to grant BSNC a non-exclusive, royalty-free right to use, modify, reproduce, and distribute the images in promotional materials, on its website, and across its social media platforms. If your photograph includes recognizable individuals, you confirm that you obtained their consent to be photographed and to allow their image to be used in accordance with these terms.  For minors, consent must be obtained from their legal guardians.