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famous “Pie Eating Contest”. With
all the children’s activities, such as
the petting farms, inflatable’s, and
games, this is definitely a family fun
filled adventure for 2 full days.
So, exactly WHAT IS Punkin’
Chunkin’ you ask?? It started in
1986 when a group of men in a
Delaware blacksmith shop began to
argue about who could throw something the farthest. The challenge
was on and the men began to create
their machines. In November of
that year the first Punkin’ Chunkin’
contest was held with three teams
and limited spectators. The event
grew and spread into other areas.
The World Champion Punkin
Chunkin Association (WCPCA)
was formed and last year thousands
of teams competed in sanctioned
events across the continent.

There’s even an authorized book
that details the History of Punkin
Chunkin’.
What do you use to chunk a punkin? Whatever contraption, similar
to a trebuchet, you can dream up
and build to catapult your punkin
the longest distance and take home
the coveted trophy.
Hayesville, the seat of Clay County,
is just a short 15 mile drive from
Murphy, NC and only about 9 miles
from Hiawasssee, Georgia. So there’s
plenty to do and see while you’re
here. Give us a call or email us and
we’ll be happy to make recommendations for lodging or tell you about
great places to eat.
Clay County Chamber
of Commerce
[phone]
www.ncmtnchamber.com

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