The notorious Litterbug continues to remind everyone about environmental and economic problems litter can cause.

In previous years, the Gene Capaldi Lens on Litter Photo Contest showed that Pennsylvania residents really care about the litter that spoils the beautiful countryside, quaint towns and busy city streets of the commonwealth.

Unfortunately, the battle is not over.

To focus attention on this ugly and avoidable environmental problem, the Pennsylvania Resources Council reminds residents of its annual Lens on Litter Photo Contest, with a deadline of Oct. 31.

Snap eye-catching examples of litter in the community.

The contest is open to amateur photographers only.

Contestants are divided into two categories - students through 12th grade and adults.

Six prizes, three to each group, will be awarded with the first-place winner receiving $500, second-place $250 and third-place $100.

Entrants are also encouraged to initiate a cleanup of their photographed area for extra judging points.

Entries (limit five per person, no smaller than 4-inches by 6-inches and no larger than 8-inches by 10-inches) should be sent to PRC Gene Capaldi Lens on Litter Contest, 1671 North Providence Road, Media, PA 19063.

High resolution digital submissions may be sent to lensonlitter@prc.org.

All entries including digital must include the entrant’s name, address, telephone number, email address, title given to photo, location of litter site and how you learned about the contest.

Students should also include age, grade and name of school.

Photos submitted without all required information will be disqualified.

For complete details, previous winners and an online submission form, visit prc.org/programs/projects/lens-litter.