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Northville Ny

Exciting news for this coming Saturdays weigh off in Saratoga Springs New York. The prize structure has been modified to include more positions in 2 categories. Heaviest Giant pumpkin will have a payout to 10 positions. 6th- 10th will be 100$ per position. And Howard Dill will pay 3 positions - 200$ for 2nd, and 100$ for 3rd! The rest of the prize structure remains the same. I want to thank the NYSGPGA And Steve Westcott for the additional funds. Also, if going to the free growers picnic, please register on the weigh off site. SaratogaGiantPumpkinfest

9/18/2017 1:07:37 PM

Honesdale, Pennsylvania

Great idea... I always liked the idea of a 1st, 2nd and 3rd for a Howard Dill. It should attract more Orange ones. And the 6-10 gives hope to a lot of growers who just know they won't be in the top 5 but a glimmer of hope to get back some gas money. Have fun all !!

9/18/2017 4:34:25 PM

NILES , CALIF

I agree, great idea on the Howard Dill;It will bring in more
growers with pumpkins to weigh off, more good looking pumpkins for the crowd to take pictures with.

Maybe our new Calif gpc rep could put a bug in the ear of the Weigh off places here?

9/19/2017 5:58:15 AM

Northville Ny

If anyone coming to weigh off is looking to possibly book a room.We have reserved rooms at 518-584-9807 for 139.95 a night. must call to reserve and mention the Saratoga Pumpkinfest to get discount. Last I heard, there was a 3-5 rooms left. If you look online, it looks like they're full because we have them reserved! We reserved the rooms for Friday and Saturday, but you can reserve 1 night only if you choose to!

9/19/2017 10:47:01 AM

Honesdale, Pennsylvania

I meant to say I like the idea of the 1st, 2nd and 3rd place awards when the HD is for $500 or more.. I know there are many sites that the HD is for the top dog and you get a nice plaque... that is fine too. I have a few of them. But when big money is offered why not split it up to get more entries.

9/19/2017 4:07:19 PM