RANGELEY — The annual Frog Jumping Contest will leap onto the scene again at this year’s Blueberry Festival on Thursday, Aug. 17, at the Episcopal Church. All frogs and toads can sign up for the contest starting at 12:30 p.m. The contest will begin at 1 p.m.
The record is 47.5 inches; however, prizes will be awarded in many different categories. It is asked that the amphibians be caught and released in the same location.
Those wishing may arrive early to catch one at the festival site, if necessary. A limited supply of buckets and nets are available to borrow, but participants are encouraged to bring their own.
Catchers, judges, and people to help register contestants are needed.
FMI, volunteer: 207-864-2426.
Frog whisperer Sophia O’Brian, age 10, encourages her competitor, Greenie, to win first place in the large category during a recent frog jumping competition.
Libby Whidden, age 9, and her frog Duffo and won first place in the small (under 2 inches) category during last year’s Frog Jumping Contest.
Frog contestants and their trainers line up before last year’s contest.
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