Hayden Kite Festival sees successful turnout
The winners of this year's Hayden Kite Festival, from left: Evan Hill, Steven Babock, Nolan Mossman, Samuel Monter, Julia Tenison, and Scott Stoller.
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HAYDEN — The yearly Kite Festival in Broadmoore Park saw one of the largest turnouts to date over the weekend.
About 100 people came out to fly kites, and an additional 275 people watched while enjoying picnic lunches and good weather, according to a press release from the city.
Certificates and kites were presented to winners of the following categories:
Best of Show — Steven Babcock
Judges’ Pick — Nolan Mossman
Best Homemade Kite — Scott Stoller
Crash & Burn — Evan Hill
Longest Tail — Samuel Monter
Biggest Kite — Julia Tenison
"This is a wonderful, family event that continues to be more successful every year thanks to the sponsorship from ICCU and the volunteers from the Hayden Parks, Recreation and Community Forestry Commission," the press release said.
For more information on next year’s event, contact the Hayden Recreation & Community Events Department at 208-209-1080.