RESULTS: Lakes Appreciation Poster Contest

July has been Lakes Appreciation Month for the past 22 years. This spring, we invited elementary, middle, and high school students to submit posters reflecting on how important lakes are to all of us. Submitted artwork will be a big part of NALMS’ celebrations through July.

With nearly 60 entries, our volunteer judges had a tough job deciding our three winners (one per grade category). Entries were judged on creativity and originality, how well they represented Lakes Appreciation Month, and overall presentation. We are excited to share the results with you!

Thank you to all of the amazing artists who sent us their posters!


Isabella Garcia-Whitko, grade 2
Hawken School, Lyndhurst, OH
WINNER (1st-4th grade division)

Isabella Garcia-Whitko, grade 2 - winner 1st-4th

Annaliese Horvath, grade 7
Brandywine Heights Middle School, Topton, PA
WINNER (5th-8th grade division)

Annaliese Horvath, grade 7 - winner 5th-8th

Eliot Lundt, grade 9
East High School, Denver, CO
WINNER (9th-12th grade division)

Eliot Lundt, grade 9 - winner 9th-12th

View all entries here!