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The photo contest winners are in! In this year’s photo contest, Carolyn Schlueter of St. Charles won first place. Charles Marks of Wright City took second place, and Jan Berndtson of Troy received third place. Alice Muschany of Wentzville earned honorable mention. 


This year’s photo contest winners will be featured in the 2026 CREC Member Calendar along with other great photos submitted by CREC members. Calendars are available for pickup at both offices. Congratulations to all of our winners! 

“Fall Scene at Busch Wildlife” First Place Carolyn Schlueter, St. Charles
“Fall Scene at Busch Wildlife”
First Place
Carolyn Schlueter, St. Charles
“Defending Territory” Second Place Charles Marks, Wright City
“Defending Territory”
Second Place
Charles Marks, Wright City
“Vibrant Male Bluebird” Third Place Jan Berndtson, Troy
“Vibrant Male Bluebird”
Third Place
Jan Berndtson, Troy
“Sunrise Phenomena” Honorable Mention Alice Muschany, Wentzville
“Sunrise Phenomena”
Honorable Mention
Alice Muschany, Wentzville