This contest is open to any group, business, family or individual regardless of age. One entry per group, individual or family.
Entry forms are available by emailing director@cherokeeiowachamber.com; calling the Chamber office at 712-225-6414; or stop by the office at 201 W. Main St.
All entry forms must be received by the chamber by Wednesday, Sept. 24.
Here are a few rules:
Entries may be set up beginning at 8 a.m. on Thursday, Sept. 25, and must be in place by Saturday, Sept. 27.
All scarecrows must remain on display outdoors Sept. 25 through Oct. 31 and therefore are required to be able to withstand the elements. Scarecrows may be picked up any time after Oct. 31.
Entrants are responsible for transporting, installing and maintaining their scarecrow display. Note: All entries must be no taller than 8 ft. high. Each entry must be prepared to sit or stand on its own prop. No props will be provided. All scarecrows must be named. There’s no limit to sign dimensions this year.
Tiki torches and gas-powered generators are not allowed.
When designing your scarecrow, please keep in mind that this is a neutral family event No political, religious or controversial scarecrows with be accepted for display. The Cherokee Chamber reserves the right to remove any Scarecrow they deem inappropriate.
Entries will be judged on originality, design, creativity and durability. People’s Choice award will be chosen through a Facebook contest.
The Cherokee Chamber and/or the City of Cherokee are not responsible for any loss or damage.
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