Socially Distant Blooming Trails Horticulture Competition Planned for Beltrami County Fairgrounds

This year, there will be no Beltrami County Fair, but people can still participate in a horticulture competition at the fairgrounds this weekend. The event will take place Saturday, August 15th.

Those who are competing will set up from 8:30 until 10:00 AM, and then guests will be able to come in and vote on their favorites from 10:00 AM until noon. There are no fees involved in the event. COVID-19 guidelines must be followed including social distancing. Citizens are invited to drive through and vote on each category. Ballots and maps will be issued at the South gate upon entry and collected at the same upon exit. Swag bags will be distributed upon completing the tour and submitting ballots.

Exhibitors must pre-register. First and second place prizes will be awarded and a Best of Show Award. Exhibitors, upon arrival, will be assigned marked slots on the Fairgrounds and must stay with their vehicle and exhibit.

Categories (must include flowers in each – vegetables or vegetation also welcome)

1. Hanging basket, provide your own display hook
2. Patio pot, minimum 18” tall
3. Decorated chair, minimum 18” tall and 3 plants/vegetation from your garden
4. Garden creation: A). Scarecrow or B). Comic strip character. Must be handmade, able to sit and stand, and life-size. Vegetation not needed for this exhibit.
5. Garden art: unique decoration including plants of choice that serve as art in your garden. Example: wheelbarrow, plant stand, etc.

Exhibitors can pre-register by going to beltramicountyfair.org or by calling 218-444-5722 to be assisted with registration. Registration due Tuesday, August 15, 2020 by the end of the day. Voters do not need to register.