This town in Illinois is known for its annual infamous snow sculpture for adults.
Throughout Illinois, there are hundreds of little towns. All of those places have something unique that each of them is known for. Some are well known, others are just a local thing. No matter what, they are all considered traditions.
Since many annual events have been postponed, I am usually very supportive of things that can still happen. It is winter and the weather does not like to cooperate. We live in northern Illinois, so we accept it for what it is. We are not afraid to battle the elements for some entertainment. Especially, now when we are pretty much stuck at home most of the time. The outdoors seems to be a safer environment at this time.
The sculptures were awarded points for creativity, technique and message.
And then, the winners were announced.
The Band of Misfit Boys, including Keith Plimi, Dan Berry and Drake Perez, are the winners of the State of Illinois Champions and the People’s Choice Awards for their sculpture “Hooty and the Blowfish.” The team will advance to the 2022 U.S. Nationals Snow Sculpting Competition in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin.
Team Quatcschmen, consisting of Peter Hermann, Jack Gerard and Jacob Bailey, took second for their sculpture “Well Done, John,” a tribute to former Rockford alderman and Rockford Park District employee John Beck, who died in April.