Cake baking contest

The Appalachian Trail Conservancy (ATC) is hosting a cake baking contest in honor of its 88th birthday on Saturday, March 2, from 12-5 p.m. at the ATC Visitor Center in Harpers Ferry. Last year over 100 local residents and business owners were in attendance. This event is free and open to the public.

This year’s contest will be judged in three categories: best Appalachian Trail (A.T.) design, best tasting and most creative cake. The entries will be evaluated by a panel of judges and the most creative cake will be judged by the public. Prizes, including ATC gear and apparel, will be awarded to the top submissions.

Cakes will be on display from 12-1 p.m. and will be served to the public from 1 - 5 p.m. Judging will begin at 1 p.m. and the winners of the contest will be announced at 2 p.m.

To enter a cake for this contest, email Claire Hobbs by February 28 at chobbs@appalachiantrail.org with your name, type of cake and cake dimensions, as well as any relevant information such as possible allergens.