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Scarecrow Building TipsHead - This is the focal point of your Scarecrow, so spend some time planning it's personality. You can create a traditional Scarecrow with an old pillow case or burlap and then add yarn, buttons and fabric features. Hair can be an old mop or wig. But don't limit yourself, use your imagination and remember that recycling is good!Body - The Challenge with the body is usually structural. Attaching the head to the body and supporting the figure can be difficult. Try building an armature with broomsticks or wood to add support to the structure. Stuffing can be pillows, straw, newspaper or leaves, but remember that whatever you use should withstand the elements. You can sew your pieces together with heavy upholstery thread, or use wire, duct tape, twine or even a stapler.Display - You must be able to stand your scarecrow up or have a prop for display. One way to make a post stand is to use a stake that is placed in a bucket of cement. Once cured you can affix your scarecrow to the stake.
| CONTEST RULESJudging
Date: Saturday
October 24, 2009. Entries will be judged on originality, creativity and presentation!
Location: Pioneer Park Downtown Canyonville
Registration & Setup: Entrants are responsible for bringing and installing their fully assembled scarecrows at Pioneer Park on Saturday October 24, 2009 from 11-11:30. All entries MUST be set up by noon. Registration is on a first come first serve basis. Each entry will be assigned a display site and number for judging and identification purposes. NOTE: All entries must fit within a 6 x 6 foot area. The display area will be located in the Scarecrow Row section. All entries must check in with the Event Coordinator. They must remain on display until 7:00 PM.
Removal: Any entries left at the end of the event will become property of the event or destroyed.
Specifications: Each entry must be prepared to sit or stand on its own props. No props will be provided. Stakes may be driven, however, grounds must be left as before scarecrows arrived. Do not drive nails into trees. Any defacement of park property will result in disqualification.
No tiki torches, gas-powered generators or any other flammable objects are allowed. No sharp objects allowed.
Human scarecrows or mechanical scarecrows facilitated by a human are not allowed.
Rubber, plastic or store bought masks are not allowed.
All scarecrows must be named. Use a small sign no larger than 12" x 24".
Scarecrows must be constructed to withstand the weather and be in good taste. When designing your scarecrow, please keep in mind that this is a family event. We reserve the right to remove any entry that we deem inappropriate.
Judging will take place at Noon. Winners will be announced at the awards ceremony at 3:00 PM. The entrant or a designated representative should be present.
First Place $100 Adult Category; First Place Gift Certificate Youth Category.
The City of Canyonville, Canyonville Pumpkin & Music Celebration, Pioneer Park, Event Sponsors, Event Staff or Volunteers are not responsible for any loss or damage to entries.
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