Just because the economy has slowed down, doesn't mean you have to - the fun must go on! This summer lots of us are opting out of the exotic vacations to far-flung places in favor of the staycation or road trip.
Wherever you end up going we want you to send us a Post Card from the Edge. Submit a photo on our site (or snail mail us a postcard) with a caption about that roadside attraction, strangely worded sign, or something that just made you do a double take - ya know, like that huge cow you found in Colorado ... weird but hilarious.
So, hit the open road or even your own town, and show us the quirky things you saw this summer vacation. Join us in our crusade against the mundane and get entered into a drawing for some killer prizes that will extend your vacation.
Entry Date: 06/09/2009
Rocky northwest beaches explained. Looking south towards Mt.Rainier. Bainbridge Island, WA
Entry Date: 06/09/2009
Day 7 of backpacking in Maine, heading towards Katahdin (background), makes me a little giddy! My vacations are free so long as I'm content walking miles and miles hauling a 40lb pack...
Entry Date: 06/09/2009
Twilight exploration of sandbar on Maine island.
Entry Date: 06/08/2009
On Cinco de Mayo I was laid off from my job. Instead of sulking and becoming depressed I headed to Montezuma, Costa Rica aka Paradise for three weeks. It is hard to have any worries with a stunning view and a nice cold drink. Pura Vida!
Entry Date: 06/08/2009
The Napali coast in Kauai hidden in clouds.
Entry Date: 06/08/2009
The endangered Nene is the state bird of Hawaii and has been recently reintroduced to the island of Kauai.
Entry Date: 06/06/2009
This cow was being led back home after having just won the Elvis Pet Parade contest in Tupelo, Mississippi which is the birthplace of the King!
Entry Date: 06/06/2009
Greetings from Atlanta Georgia! This is probably the craziest vehicle I've ever seen, so I had to snap a shot. The best part is that this vehicle had auto repair with a phone number written on the back....I'd be pretty scared my car would somehow turn into 3 wheeler.
Entry Date: 06/05/2009
Chapel nestled in the red rocks of Sedona
Entry Date: 06/05/2009
I was driving behind this truck when my husband started laughing hysterically next to me and made me hand him my iPhone to take a picture of the sign on the back. "Hot Crack Filling" - is this really a service? I guess you can pay for just about anything!
Entry Date: 06/04/2009
three siblings from AZ, IL, and MA together on top of the Rockies in CO
Entry Date: 06/04/2009
On top of the flatiron mountains trying not to fly away...but it was very difficult as you can see!
Entry Date: 06/03/2009
I found the magnesium fire-starter thing
Entry Date: 06/03/2009
It's impossible for words to describe what is necessary to those who do not know what rock means. The rock. The rock has a face... and you must make a friend of The rock. Rock and granite stone are your friends. If they are not then they are enemies to be feared. They are truly enemies.
Entry Date: 06/03/2009
sister rescue in charleston, sc
Entry Date: 06/03/2009
Took a double-take after spotting this driving through downtown Whangarei, New Zealand.
Entry Date: 06/02/2009
Me riding a camel in Egypt with the majestic pyramids in the background! Best time of my life!
Entry Date: 06/01/2009
The bathroom doors at Margarita Villa in Port Lucaya, Grand Bahamas Island.
Entry Date: 05/31/2009
We saw this sign along Carmel Valley Road in the cental coast of California. We had stopped for some organic frozen yogurt. My boys and I totally agreed with the philosophy on the sign "Every day is Earth Day!" and hope that you do, too!
Entry Date: 05/31/2009
We swam anyway! Hanakapiai Beach in Kauai.
Entry Date: 05/31/2009
This is the sign at the Mile 10 camp on the Napali Coast Trail. It's a helicopter pad, and the sign used to say something like "Helicopter Landing Site. Keep clear at all times." We put our 8 year old on helicopter watch while we enjoyed a lovely dinner on the grass.
Entry Date: 05/31/2009
During my desert road trip, i had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Leonard Knight at his Salvation Mountain. He graciously posed for the photo but was distracted by newly arriving guests. i love it.
Entry Date: 05/31/2009
The signs at this Paris zoo read not to feed the animals but I couldn't resist! I thought Hippos were vegetarians?
Voting has ended and the top 3 entries are listed below!
Thank you to everyone who submitted an entry and voted in the contest. Psssst, Our next contest is coming later this fall so check back soon.
- First Prize: The big win! A trip to Santa Barbara - airfare and hotel for two - and a $250 Toad gift certificate.
- Second Prize: Still a good haul! A great travel bag and $250 Toad gift certificate.
- Third Prize: Staycations can still be fun! A new point and shoot camera and a $100 Toad gift certificate.
CONTEST WINNERPostcards From the Edge
7/1/2009
Wherever you end up going we want you to send us a Post Card from the Edge.
CONTEST WINNERSame Face, Same Place
11/4/2008
Send us pictures of you as a kid, doing what kids do and then a picture of the same scene recreated in current time.
CONTEST WINNERInvent a Sport
8/10/2008
Invent a sport! Check out the new and inventive ways to have fun from the last contest.
CONTEST WINNERPet Lookalikes
4/30/2008
Do you look like your pet? These people thought they did. Check out the results of our Pet Lookalike Contest.
CONTEST WINNERShow us your Toad...
2/24/2008
In January, we asked you to show us your toad. Check out all the fun submissions
- Please no photoshop for adding/subtracting things from the photo.
- Please upload your photo using the link to the left. Please keep files to a maximum of 500k please.
- Provide your name and a lil' background of where the photo was taken and why it's worthy of the manta "postcard from the edge"
- Most importantly, have fun- let the road trips begin!
Enter as many times as you like. No purchase necessary. Sorry to say, we can only have this contest open to legal residents of the US and Canada. It's not open to Horny Toad employees either. Digital submissions only. By sending us a photo, you give us permission to use it, as does anyone else pictured in the photo, and agree that you are authorized to do so. We won't use the photo for anything not related to contest without contacting you first. One rating per entry per person. You can change the rating you give an entry, we keep track and count only the last one you entered. We try to discourage cheaters. The ratings from identified cheaters will not be counted. The rating period closes at midnight PST on the date shown. The photo with the highest rating as determined by legitimate ratings wins. Winners will be notified by email and posted on the site. Contest void where prohibited. Thanks for playing!