Photo contest open to users in selected countries
Vallfirest has announced an international photo competition open from 1 August to 1 October 2025.
According to Vallfirest, the campaign invites users of its firefighting equipment to share field images via Instagram using a dedicated hashtag and tag.
Participants must include at least one Vallfirest product in use, either during active wildfire response, training, or patrol scenarios.
The company stated that five winning entries will be selected by public vote and awarded gear and visibility on Vallfirest platforms.
Participation is limited to individuals aged 18 or over in a defined list of eligible countries across Europe, the Americas, Africa, Asia and Oceania.
Entry rules require public Instagram posts
Vallfirest explained that entries must be submitted between 1 August and 1 October 2025 using the hashtag #VallfirestInAction2025.
Entrants must also tag @vallfirest and @vallfirest_na on a public Instagram post and include at least one Vallfirest product in use.
Only one submission per participant will be accepted.
The company said that photos not meeting the visibility or tagging requirements will be disqualified.
It also stated that photos must not contain political, offensive or explicit content.
Prizes include gear and global exposure
According to Vallfirest, the five photos with the highest number of public votes will receive gear packages and be featured across its platforms.
Winning entries will also appear in the Vallfirest calendar and newsletter for the following year.
The company added that all entries will be published on a web-based platform after the closing date for public voting.
It said the exact dates for the voting window will be announced via its website and social media channels.
Intellectual property rights and image use policy
Vallfirest confirmed that by entering, participants grant the company non-exclusive, royalty-free rights to use submitted images for at least two years.
It said the images may be used in digital or printed materials, merchandising, newsletters or marketing campaigns, with attribution when applicable.
Participants must hold the copyright to their images and are responsible for ensuring the photos do not infringe on third-party rights.
Vallfirest noted that it reserves the right to reject or remove entries it considers irrelevant or inappropriate.
Contest eligibility and disqualification conditions
The contest is open to individuals in a listed group of eligible countries, including the United Kingdom, Spain, France, United States, Canada, Chile, Morocco, Japan, and New Zealand.
Countries excluded from participation include Argentina, Egypt, Israel, North Korea, and Belarus.
Employees of Vallfirest and their immediate family members are not eligible to enter.
The company stated that any evidence of fraudulent voting activity will result in disqualification.
It also noted that it may modify or cancel the contest at any time without prior notice.
Vallfirest photo contest invites wildfire professionals worldwide: Summary
Vallfirest has launched a photo competition running from 1 August to 1 October 2025.
The contest invites users to share images showing Vallfirest gear in action on Instagram.
Participants must include the hashtag #VallfirestInAction2025 and tag @vallfirest and @vallfirest_na.
Entries must be public, feature at least one Vallfirest product, and meet content rules.
Only individuals aged 18 or over in eligible countries may take part.
Winners will be chosen by public vote on a web platform hosted by Vallfirest.
Prizes include Vallfirest gear and appearance in the company’s communication channels.
Submitted photos may be used by Vallfirest for up to two years with credit.
All entries must be original work and respect copyright rules.
Vallfirest may remove entries or disqualify votes where irregularities are found.