The Beautification Committee sponsors the Yards Are Really Distinctive Showplaces (Y.A.R.D.S.) program.

The Y.A.R.D.S. program is a contest designed to promote community awareness of the importance of environmentally friendly yards. The contest is run annually, from April to October, and is open to all Hampton residents. Each month, the top three yards will be selected by the Judging Committee. The nominees are judged on a variety of components including both aesthetics and environmentally sound landscape practices.

Monthly winners receive gift certificates from our contributing sponsors and a congratulatory sign for their yard to display for a month. All nominees receive a certificate of appreciation for their participation.

In October, monthly winners will be considered for the "Yard of the Year" Award. The winner will receive a hand-painted portrait of their yard.

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