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Sweeney's^® Launches 5th Annual “I hate moles because...” Contest

 

ST. LOUIS—June 2, 2011—Sweeney’s, a leading producer of DIY mole control products, announces the launch of the company’s 5^th Annual “I hate moles because…” contest.  The contest, which runs through Aug. 31, is an annual nationwide search for the most aggravating “mole woe” stories and the most creative solutions for getting rid of these unwanted yard invaders.  

Since the contest’s origination in 2007, thousands of battle-weary mole warriors have shared their tales of strategic campaigns designed to get rid of moles and return lawns across America to their rightful suburban beauty.  Each year, the annual winner receives a $500 Lowe’s  gift care and ten runner-ups receive a gift basket filled with an arsenal of Sweeney’s mole control products.   The 2010 winning entries can be viewed at:  /i_hate_moles_winners_10.php.

“We created the “I hate moles because…” contest as a forum for people to vent about why they hate moles because, let’s face it, misery loves company,” says Stew Clark, Sweeney’s Director of Research & Development. “The contest gives homeowners a chance to voice their opinions on moles. We like to think of it as mole control group therapy.”

The “I hate moles because…” contest rules are simple. If you or anyone you know has a "mole woe” story, Sweeney’s wants to know about it.  Write a short story or poem, create a video or draw a cartoon - anything that works to let Sweeney’s know why you hate moles.  (Note:  stories about gophers and voles will also be accepted. This is an equal opportunity contest and no underground varmints will go unrecognized.)   If Sweeney’s esteemed panel of judges likes your story or video, they’ll post it on their Facebook page and/or website.  The deadline to enter this year’s contest is Aug. 31, 2011.

To enter the contest, visit Sweeney’s Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/SweeneysDIYPestControl?sk=app_95936962634  or visit their website at /i_hate_moles.php.  Entries can also be mailed to:

Sweeney’s “I hate moles because…” Contest
2244 Dunroyal Drive
St. Louis, MO 63131

 Here’s the small print:  We won’t give your information or e-mail address to anyone else, for any reason, under any circumstances. However, Sweeney’s retains the rights to publish any stories submitted to us about why you hate moles.  Odds of winning depend on how your mole woes compare to other contestants’ mole woes. Contest entries must be received by 11:59 PM CST on August 31, 2011to be eligible.  Winners will be announced at www.wrsweeney.com no later than Sept. 30, 2011.

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About Sweeney’s:
Headquartered in St. Louis, Mo, Sweeney’s is an industry leader in developing safe and effective home pest control products.  Sweeney’s was founded in 1892. In 2005, the company was purchased by Senoret Chemical Company, makers of the TERRO^® brand of ant control products. Today, Sweeney’s products, including baits, traps and repellents for controlling moles, gophers and nuisance wildlife, are widely distributed at leading retailers nationwide. For more information on Sweeney’s products, call 1-800-837-7644 or visit http://www.wrsweeney.com,   http://www.facebook.com/SweeneysDIYPestControl or http://twitter.com/ControlCritters.

 

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