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Goshen MA

Bird dog    
Goshen MA

This is my first year growing giant pumpkins. I have three the biggest is about 400 lbs. I know I stand no chance of winning but I would love to enter in the Big E just for the expirience and meet some others who grow as well. I know no one else who does this but I am completely obsessed and can't wait for next year. Would it just be totally embarrassing with a 400 pounder or should I go ahead?

9/13/2011 9:52:45 PM

Whidbey Island

Absolutely, you should go. It is a great opportunity to meet others, learn tricks and start friendships. Who knows, maybe you'll meet someone who will swap pollen with you next year. Just go!

9/13/2011 10:17:44 PM

So. Maine

I say enter , also think about Topsfield Fair ( 350 lb. minimum weight ) well worth the trip . If you decide to go to Topsfield you need to pre - reg with Woody Lancaster by Sept 19 ...... hope 2 C U there .

9/13/2011 10:19:28 PM

South Bloomfield, Ohio

DEFINITELY go. You will meet some great people, see some great pumpkins, make new friends, and get a start on next season.

9/13/2011 10:29:19 PM

Benson, Vermont

Hey Bird dog, 400 is BIG, go for it! see you there :-)

9/13/2011 10:40:00 PM

Belmont, NH

Entry deadline for the Big E was August 31. To be eligble for the $10,000 prize at Topsfield you need to pre reg before Sept 19th but you can still just show up and enter. Not sure about the Big E and being late.

Bruce

9/14/2011 6:49:06 AM

Cedar Lake, IN.

GO!!!! You'll love it, 400 lbs is a nice pumpkin!

9/14/2011 3:53:00 PM

Claysburg , PA

GO If I had a pumpkin left I`d be at our local GPC weighoff . You`ll love it , just talking to other growers in person makes the trip worthwhile .

9/14/2011 6:10:18 PM

Mass

Definately, But you did have to pre register. there were 16 pumpkins there from 309 lbs to 1254 lbs last year. It was my first time, great time and you get to meet other growers. I would still go even if you cant enter. I went to 6 or 7 weighoffs 5 with entries, from 500lbs to 968lbs. All great times. See you there.

9/14/2011 6:11:27 PM

Ma.

bird dog,come on to Topsfield,all pre registered entrants have a chance at $10,000 drawing.Go and participate in as many weigh offs and clubs you possibly can.You will meet people and form great friendships and learn from other growers.To register go to the Topsfield Fair website to download the registration forms. All rules and regulations are also on the website. Hope to see you there ,good luck.

9/14/2011 8:28:58 PM

Adams County

you grew it, you take it..

9/14/2011 8:49:28 PM

Adams County

my first was 326 lbs

9/14/2011 8:51:03 PM

Midwest

Go for it! and, have fun! my first was 313 lbs

9/14/2011 9:17:09 PM

Annapolis Valley Nova Scotia

The question does not need answering. There is no choice , just enter. That is what this hobby is all about.

9/14/2011 9:42:35 PM

ipswich, ma usa

http://www.topsfieldfair.org/handbook/2011/GiantPumpkin.pdf

9/15/2011 8:50:05 AM

Menomonie, WI ([email protected])

My 1st was 374lbs it was huge...
Bring it and meet the other growers to end the season with a pumpkin is also a win..as there will be plenty with out pumpkins

9/15/2011 1:23:11 PM

My first was 278. Go to the weigh-off and talk to alot of people, get advise and get to know people in your local area. This will help you in the future.

Good luck,
Martin

9/15/2011 1:33:44 PM