Oh how fun this one is! I would imagine that is a neat place to visit. Years ago, they did a horse and wagon ride across the U.S. and passed through an area about an hour south of here, and I drove down there to see them. Cute, and unusual capture. tigs=^..^=
Can it still be a Gnome if it is this large Bob? I worked in Ames for about a year with the Des Moines Register in 1987. Wonderful town. Great shot by the way.
I used to see this guy in tv commercials...I never realized he was so big:)...just kidding of course...great find and shot...best of luck in the contest, Bob.