Cherry Pit Spit

The ever-popular Cherry Pit Spit contest is back at the center of Town Park. Sponsored by Honey Rock Landing Orchard, the contest will have three age divisions: ages 5-10, 11-15, and 16 and over. Prizes will be offered based on age group.

Contestants can sign up at the Cherry Days Booth at the Paonia Town Park, registration closes 15 minutes before the contest and entries will not be taken once the contest has begun. Entry fees will also be based on age group. Contestants in the 11-15 age group, and 16 and over age group will get three cherries to eat. Contestants in the 5-10 age group will get 2 cherries to eat. Each participant will eat each cherry one at a time, and then spit the pit as far as they can. Judges will record the best of three (or best of two for the 5-10 year-olds) for each participant.