As the fall season ends, a host of skeletons are out and about in yards all around Ocracoke Island, and they played a big part in decorations this year.
Also, witches, ghosts and lots of pumpkins.
Judging for the Ocracoke Civic & Business Association Halloween Decorating Contest was held the evening of Oct. 26.
The judges, who are anonymous, said they had some tough deliberations.
“People did a good job,” said one judge. “There were a lot of strong contenders, and we thank everyone for their efforts.”
The following were the winners and honorable mentions:
An extensive rendition of skeletal activities on Ocracoke at Jerniman’s Campground is Best in Show. Photo: Ocracoke Observer staff
The ‘Dead and Breakfast Inn’ along Creek Road captures Best Theme. Photo: Ocracoke Observer staff
The Spookiest winner can be found at the end of Cemetery Road. Photo: Ocracoke Observer staff
Best Fall Theme. End of Lighthouse Road. Photo: Ocracoke Observer staff
The Most Original winner can be found along Lighthouse Road. Photo: Ocracoke Observer staff
The following were given honorable mentions.
Along Back Road. Photo: Ocracoke Observer staff
Along First Avenue. Photo: Ocracoke Observer staff
Along Trent Road. It acknowledges one of the owners’ recent fall from a ladder. Photo: Ocracoke Observer staff
