First Hike Fairfax Photo Contest Winners Announced By Park Authority

FAIRFAX COUNTY, VA — More than 350 contestants participated in the Fairfax County Park Authority’s 2024 First Hike Fairfax photo contest.

The annual First Hike Fairfax photo contest is sponsored by the Park Authority and the Fairfax County Park Foundation as a way for residents to begin a new year with fitness and outdoor activity. The Park Authority oversees more than 420 parks and 334 miles of trails in the county.

The contest received entries in four categories: scenery and landscapes, people, wildlife and pets. A “Best in Show” was awarded in each category, and three at-large awards were selected by the panel of judges and by popular vote of the countywide community.

The winners received prizes sponsored by the Fairfax County Park Foundation.

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