Call for ‘Crows Entry Form

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Theme: Fairy Tales

Cost to enter:

$250 (Businesses & Individuals/Groups who are not Garden Members)
$200 (Garden Members)
$100 (Schools & Nonprofits)

Please note that there is not a charge to apply, but if your scarecrow is selected, the entry donation will be due by August 10, 2024. The T-frame is provided by the Garden, but materials are the responsibility of the entrant.

Important Dates:
July 15: Applications open
August 1: Deadline to apply
August 5: All entrants notified of status and T-frames available for pickup at the Garden upon paid donation
August 10: Entry donation due
August 23: Scarecrows due to Garden
September 1 – October 31: Scarecrows on display in Garden
October 31: Social media contest winners announced
November 1: Removal of scarecrows, please dismantle your scarecrow and leave the T- frame with the Garden
November 2: All remaining scarecrows removed by Garden staff, materials disposed of

Benefits of participating:

Support the Garden’s mission to connect people to plants to improve quality of life for the region
Company or group name listed on signage by scarecrow
Company or group name will be recognized on signage in atrium of Propst Guest Center during the months of September and October
Company or group name will be recognized in e-newsletter
Social media contest with winners determined by likes

Name

First

Last

Group/Company Name

Select the catergory to which you are applying

Business or Individual/Group who are not Garden Members
Garden Member
School or Nonprofit

Phone

Address

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State

Zip Code

Scarecrow Name

Provide a description of your proposed scarecrow

Upload a sketch or images that will inspire your scarecrow

Click or drag files to this area to upload. You can upload up to 5 files.

If applying as a nonprofit please upload proof of your nonprofit status

Click or drag a file to this area to upload.

Acknowledgement

I have read and agree to all of the guidelines below *

Guidelines:
- Theme: Fairy Tales
- Build your scarecrow on the T-frame provided by the Garden to allow for easy installation.
- Be prepared to transport and install your scarecrow in the Garden. Garden staff will help you find your scarecrow's designated location, where there will be a post in the ground for easy installation.
- Build your scarecrow with durable materials that will withstand the elements. We do not recommend using live plants or real pumpkins, as they deteriorate quickly. Any scarecrow that deteriorates excessively will be removed from the Scarecrow Trail.
- Build your scarecrow with materials that you do not expect to be returned. The Garden is not responsible for any lost or damaged items.
- Provide your name and the name of your scarecrow for the Garden to display. Additional signage, pamphlets, or handouts are not permitted.
- Make sure your scarecrow is aligned with the theme (Fairy Tales) and suitable for all ages. Any entry in poor taste for family viewing, depicting controversial subjects, or overtly commercial or political will not be accepted. The Garden reserves the right to refuse any entry.
- Note that by participating in the Scarecrow Trail, you agree to allow the Garden to use photographs of your scarecrow for marketing and publicity efforts.

Cost to enter: $250 (Businesses & Individuals or Groups who are not Garden Members), $200 (Garden Members), $100 (Schools & Nonprofits). Please note that there is no charge to apply, but if your scarecrow is selected, the entry donation will be due by August 10, 2024. The T-frame is provided by the Garden, but materials are the responsibility of the entrant.

Important Dates:
July 15: Applications open
August 1: Deadline to apply
August 5: All entrants notified of status and T-frames available for pickup at the Garden upon paid donation
August 10: Entry donation due
August 23: Scarecrows due to Garden
September 1 – October 31: Scarecrows on display in Garden
October 31: Social media contest winners announced
November 1: Removal of scarecrows, please dismantle your scarecrow and leave the T-frame with the Garden
November 2: All remaining scarecrows removed by Garden staff, materials disposed of

Benefits of participating:
- Support the Garden’s mission to connect people to plants to improve quality of life for the region
- Company or group name listed on signage by scarecrow
- Company or group name will be recognized on signage in atrium of Propst Guest Center during the months of September and October
- Company or group name will be recognized in e-newsletter
- Social media contest with winners determined by likes

Thank you for your consideration of supporting the Garden by participating in this fun tradition and celebration!