We are thrilled to debut our 2025 desk calendar winners! As our photo contest has grown through the years, we continue to receive more fantastic submissions. This new tent-style desk calendar allows us to showcase even MORE amazing photos, and we are pleased to share our twelve winning photos!
January – “Sunset at Hobuck” by Nicole C.
After days of downpour the sun was setting, the sky opened up for Nicole, reflecting a rainbow of colors. The Olympic Peninsula is moody, however when clarity of its beauty shines through it is breathtaking.
February – “Hookipa” by Renee C.
This stunning photo captures the essence of paradise, taken during Renee’s time in Hawaii at one of her cherished spots to breathe in the fresh ocean air.
March – “The Bee” by Ryan H.
Ryan came across this Western Honeybee while adventuring in Winston, Oregon. During his wildlife safari, he spotted the honeybee enjoying the nectar of a Red Hot Poker.
*Please excuse the misprint on the photo calendar. “The Bee” was shot by Ryan H.
April – “Praia da Bica” by Robert W.
Utilizing his non-rev benefits, Robert W. visited his family home in Praia da Bica, Ilha do Governador, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. He couldn’t resist taking this breathtaking photo while enjoying a nice dinner on the beach north of Rio de Janeiro.
May – “Orange Sea Star at Low Tide” by Rex K.
While celebrating his wife’s birthday at the Mukilteo Lighthouse Park, Rex shot “Orange Sea Star at Low Tide”.
June – “Paradise Around the Bend” by Nicole C.
Hiking at Mount Rainier Park and coming down the mountain and seeing the blue hues in the lake was incredibly beautiful. Nicole shared, “I love to try and capture the moment and to hopefully share what touches my soul.”
July – “Clear to Land” by David T.
While enjoying dinner at his favorite restaurant in Halibut Cove, Alaska, David took his winning photo “Clear to Land”. Eagles are known to enjoy the fish prep work, leaving nothing to waste at the restaurant!
August – “Sunset Dahlia” by Kim F.
Kim F. was enjoying these beautiful, vibrant flowers when she shot “Sunset Dahlia”.
September – “Paradise Found” by Dale B.
Dale embarked on Crouching Lion trail during a layover in Oahu for some exercise and quality time and ended up finding paradise!
October – “Intensity” by Bonnie R.
While driving in Nome, Alaska, Bonnie spotted this Short-Eared Owl perched on top an old cabin and decided to capture those bright yellow eyes.
November – “Found Freedom” by Bonnie R.
In a rare sighting for western Alaska, Bonnie spotted this bald eagle on Nome-Council Highway.
December – “Blue Ice Makes Great Cocktails” by Bill G.
LeConte Bay, Alaska is a special place for Bill. From his childhood home to the place he proposed to his wife, LaConte Bay holds many memories. He captured the beauty and uniqueness of the bay through his December winning photo, “Blue Ice Makes Great Cocktails”
This year was a tough competition, and we want to sincerely thank everyone who submitted their photos.
How we conduct the selection process:
With our new tent-style desk calendars, this year’s submission process was a bit different than previous years. As submissions come in, they are reviewed by the AAGCU marketing team and staff volunteers. Once the contest closes in September, the marketing team carefully re-reviews all the entries and narrows it down to the top 30-40 photos.
These finalists then undergo a final round of evaluations, where the top 20 images are put to a blind vote among all AAGCU employees.
After an exciting voting period, the winning photos are selected!
This contest is such a fun tradition at Alaska Air Group Credit Union, and we are beyond excited to debut the winning photos on our 2025 desk calendar.
Calendars are now available in both SEA & ANC branches!