Scarecrow Description:

• • All scarecrows must be homemade and visible from the street or public walkway. 
  • Scarecrows must be able to withstand outdoor weather conditions. 
  • Participants are responsible for keeping their scarecrows in good viewing condition during the contest.
  • Scarecrows entries must have a name or title.
  • When designing your scarecrow please keep in mind this is a family event. No political or overly violent scarecrows will be accepted.
  • The Collister Neighborhood Association reserves the right to reject any scarecrows deemed inappropriate or commercially made and does not accept responsibility for loss or damage to any of the displays.

Who can participate? 

• • Anyone within the Collister Neighborhood: See official Collister Neighborhood boundaries. 
  • Families or individuals 
  • Businesses 
  • Community Groups such as 4H, youth groups, classrooms, school clubs, etc.

How to Submit Your Entry:

• • Email your submission to secretary@collister.org before midnight Monday, October 24.  Include:
    • Email Subject: Scarecrow Entry 2022
    • Photos: attach 2-4 digital photos of your completed scarecrow.
    • Name or title of your entry.
    • Your complete contact information:
      • contact name
      • business or organization name, if applicable
      • address
      • phone number
      • email
    • Address and description where scarecrow is located (ex: center of front yard). Please note scarecrow location may be posted on our website or social media.
    • You will receive a yard sign to place in your yard to designate that this scarecrow is part of the contest.
    • Scarecrows must be on display through Sunday, November 6 for judging.

Voting For Your Favorite Scarecrows:

• • Neighborhood residents can vote for their top 3 Scarecrows by submitting votes to secretary@Collister.org before midnight Sunday, November 6 or through the online voting form (to be posted here October 25).
  • A map will be published here as entries come in.
  • The Collister Neighborhood Association Secretary will tally the votes. CNA Board will make the deciding vote in the event of a tie.
  • Winners will be announced Monday, November 7 on this website. Winners will be contacted to receive their prize. 

Prizes:

• • Edwards Greenhouse has generously donated 3 – $100 Gift Certificates for the top 3 Scarecrows!

Questions?

Please contact us at via email to secretary@collister.org