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Mystery Scarecrow Making Kit

Unleash your creativity with a Mystery Scarecrow Making Kit from Pilcher Park Nature Center. This engaging activity provides a stake, clothes, head, twine, and accessories, leaving you to add your personal touch with stuffing and imagination. Pick up your kit on September 27th and build your unique scarecrow at home. Share a photo of your creation for a chance to be featured on their Facebook page!

What to Expect

Mystery kit with scarecrow supplies provided

Event Details

Duration

Kit pick-up window: 6 hours

Ages

All Ages

Timed Entry

No

Organizer

Joliet Park District

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Local Insight & Ratings

Scare Factor

👻 👻 👻 👻 👻 (1/5)

Family Friendly

👶 👶 👶 👶 👶 (5/5)

Best For

Families, crafters, creative individuals

Vibe

Creative, crafty, community-oriented

Energy Level

Low

Budget

$

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Medium

Know Before You Go

Tips & Advice

  • Ensure you have a creative stuffing material (like straw, old clothes, or newspaper) ready at home to complete your scarecrow.
  • Check the weather forecast for September 27th and plan to build your scarecrow in a suitable location, whether indoors or outdoors.
  • Consider the size of your scarecrow when picking it up to ensure it fits comfortably in your vehicle.
  • Take photos of your scarecrow from multiple angles to capture its best features before submitting them.
  • If you're building with children, involve them in the design and stuffing process for a fun family bonding activity.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Kits include stake, clothes, head, twine, and accessories.
  • Photos of completed scarecrows will be posted on the Pilcher Park Facebook page.

Quick Actions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is included in the Mystery Scarecrow Making Kit?

Each kit includes a stake, clothes, a head, twine, and accessories to help you build your scarecrow.

What do I need to provide for the scarecrow?

You will need to provide the stuffing material for your scarecrow and your own creativity to bring it to life.

How do I submit a picture of my completed scarecrow?

You can submit photos via email to pilcherpark@jolietpark.org or through Facebook Messenger to Pilcher Park Nature Center.

Is registration required?

Yes, registration is required to ensure there are enough supplies for everyone who wishes to participate.

What are the pick-up hours for the kit?

Kits can be picked up on September 27th between 9:00 AM and 3:00 PM.

Tags

family friendlycommunity eventarts craftstrick or treatpumpkin carvingscarecrow festivalhalloween festival

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Contributors & Updates

Last Updated: Sep 22, 2026
Original Submitter: Sep 17, 2025 The Halloween Events Near Me editorial team