One of several events dating back to the original Potato Days Festival is the Potato Peeling Contest. Although lots of things have changed over the decades and just about everything has become mechanized, the best way to peel a potato is still lots of elbow grease, a sharp knife or a good old fashioned potato peeler.

This year's competition will be held Saturday beginning at 1:00 PM on the main entertainment stage. The peeled potatoes are cooked and mashed for the Mashed Potato Eating Contest. Therefore, nothing goes to waste at the festival!

CONTEST RULES
Each contestant is given three minutes to peel as many potatoes as possible. Potatoes must be peeled clean, however eyes need not be removed. The winner will be determined by the total net weight (pounds of potatoes less pounds of peel).

PRIZES
Cash prizes of $75, $50 and $25 will be awarded to the top three finishers as determined by the official rules and weighing.

HOW TO ENTER
Men and women are encouraged to enter. Entries will close on August 25th, or when 12 entries are received. A $5.00 entry fee is required and contestants must bring their own peeling instrument. Interested individuals should request an official entry form.

FOR MORE INFORMATION
Contact Potato Peeling co-chairwomen Theresa Olson at (218) 493-4344 or the Spudline at (800) 525-4901.