Bates Nut Farm Annual Scarecrow Contest
Participants design, build, and exhibit traditional or themed scarecrows attached along the designated fence in the pumpkin patch. Visitors can view the variety of community-crafted scarecrows while exploring the farm. The event also features seasonal pumpkin patch activities including tractor hayrides, a straw maze, pony rides, and food.
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When
Tickets
Admission is free; parking is $10 on weekends only in October. Each entry receives a free jack-o-lantern pumpkin and certificate of participation.
Hours
Judging 11:00am-12:00pm; results at 1:00pm. Scarecrow drop-off: 1-5 pm Friday, October 9th, or before 10am Saturday, October 10th.
Ages
Individuals, groups and clubs are invited to enter
Food & Drink
Food is available during the pumpkin-patch festivities.
Parking
$10 parking fee on weekends only in October.
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Tips & Advice
- Bring zip ties and sturdy supplies to attach your scarecrow securely to the designated fence against outdoor weather.
- Expect a parking fee when arriving on October weekends.
- Non-winning scarecrow creators must pick up their entries before noon on the designated pickup deadline to prevent them from becoming farm property.
Links & Contact
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who can enter the scarecrow contest?
Individuals, groups, and clubs are all invited to enter.
What do participants receive for entering?
Each entry receives a free jack-o-lantern pumpkin and a certificate of participation, and top entries can win cash prizes and gift certificates.
Are there specific rules for how scarecrows must be designed?
Entries can follow a traditional style or any theme of your choice, but they must be durable and weather-resistant since they are displayed outdoors.
What happens to winning scarecrows after the contest?
All winning scarecrows become the property of Bates Nut Farm and are added to their permanent scarecrow collection.
What other activities are available during the event?
Visitors can experience tractor hayrides, a straw maze, pony rides, and food offerings across the pumpkin patch.
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