Gadsden, Alabama – Visitors to Noccaula Falls will soon notice some seasonal guests, a variety of scarecrows, at the park and anyone can participate.  This year Noccalula Falls is hosting the Scarecrow walk. On display from October 7^th-14^th, individuals, businesses, churches, schools and other organizations are invited to enter a scarecrow display for the contest at Noccalula Falls Park.

The entry fee is $20 and each entrant will be able to decorate a 10’x10’ space on October 6^th.  Judging will take place on Oct. 7^th and 8^th by the park visitors.  Ribbons will be awarded to the winning scarecrows on Monday, October 9^th and the winners will be announced at the Halloween Super Bash on October 14^th.

Entries must be homemade and Winners will receive $100 cash – 1^st place, $50 park gift certificate – 2nd place, 4 Christmas at the Falls passes – 3^rd place.

For more information on how to participate contact Gadsden Parks and Recreation Staff Christina Richardson (256) 549-4663, crichardson@cityofgadsden.com or Janet Tarrance (256) 549-4680, jtarrance@cityofgadsden.com .