Vernon Scarecrows Beginning to Come Out for Annual Contest

VERNON, CT — The scarecrows are beginning to emerge along West Street and Peterson Road for what has become fall staple in Vernon — the annual Strong Family Farm contest.

So far, there is one that is perfect for art class and another that might turn one to stone in a stare-down.

And there are plenty of fence posts along the two roads waiting for their scarecrows.

Setups started last weekend and scarecrows must be placed by 5 p.m. Sunday to be eligible for the contest. Scarecrows placed after that will not be eligible for prizes.

Judging will place place the first week in October and winners will be announced on Oct. 21.

The 2017 contest includes five scarecrow categories — family, youth group, adult group, traditional and business.

Business is a new category this year and participants are limited to 10.

For a look at how to enter and the rules, go to the Strong Family Farm, website here.

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