The Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council (Council) has extended the submission deadline for the Mid-Atlantic Fisheries Photo Contest. Entries will now be accepted through Monday, April 20, 2026.
The Council is inviting photographers of all skill levels to submit images that capture the many dimensions of fisheries in the Mid-Atlantic region, including:
Commercial and Recreational Fishing: Action shots on the water, especially those featuring Council-managed species.
Vessels & Gear: The tools of the trade, from fishing vessels to rods and nets.
Marine Life & Habitat: Fish, invertebrates, and the underwater or coastal environments they call home.
Science & Research: Data collection and fisheries science in action.
Coastal Communities: Working waterfronts, seafood processing, and dockside life.
Selected photos will be featured in a gallery on our 50th anniversary webpage, displayed in the Council’s office in Dover, Delaware, and used in future Council communications and outreach materials (with appropriate photographer credit).
Submit your photos by Monday, April 20, 2026 using the Photo Entry Form; each photographer may submit up to 10 photos (a separate entry form is required for each photo submission.) All submissions must include a short description of when and where the photo was taken and what is shown in the photo (also identify any species shown, if known).
Photos should be taken within the Mid-Atlantic region (New York through North Carolina) or, if taken elsewhere, depict fishing activities related to Council-managed species. Visit www.mafmc.org/photo-contest for complete contest details and rules.
