"Into the Great Un-Gnome Enterprises" answers FAQ

What is "INTO the GREAT UN-GNOME ENTERPRISES" ?

q: Is this some kind of a joke, or will you seriously travel around with statues, and take pictures? 

a: Into the Great Un-Gnome Enterprises provides a way for people to experience the pleasure of a vicarious adventure by sending a garden gnome friend to us for a unique experience we will capture on camera and chronicle on Facebook and this blog.

q: Why did you start this?

a: The short answer is to have some fun. But, this idea, in general, is not new. Wikipedia details this movement in this article. The award-winning French film Amélie featured this idea also. Travel service Travelocity uses a gnome as its mascot. Apparently, gnomes, once free from forced labor gardening, enjoy adventures and world travel.

q: What does it cost to send a gnome on an adventure with you?

a: It costs nothing, but really the fun and enjoyment you'll have is priceless. 

q: Can I choose the adventure, trip, or activity for my gnome?

a: Our modest financial abilities do not allow this possibility at present. Gnomes arriving  without financial wherewithal are surprised with the next available adventure, be it a modest or extravagant one.

q: If I want to see a gnome I send you go on an adventure, what should I do?

a: You should carefully pack your gnome, and mail him to Gnome Handlers Services c/o Ovation Enterprises 49 S. 2nd St. Cressona, Pa 17929.

q: Will my gnome be returned?

a: No.

q: Do you accept trolls, elves, pixies, fairies, dwarfs, and the like?

a: Not at this time. However, special exceptions may accepted upon request.

q: If I find a gnome, can I send it?

a: Not, if it doesn't belong to you. That's what is typically referred to as stealing, and we do not condone that. 

q: What if I don't have a gnome, but I want to send one?

a: See if the owner of a nearby gnome is agreeable to the adventure, or purchase one of your own. mastergardening.com is where we got our first gnome Trevor (seen in photo) for only about 12$. 

q: Will this make me famous or make my gnome famous?

a: Maybe. We will only use your first name when referencing your gnome story, unless you specify otherwise. We will reveal whatever details you give us about your gnome that we feel are appropriate, and details about his adventure.

q: You keep saying "him", don't you accept female gnomes?

a: Not at this time. Our gnome told us they are all male, and reproduce by magic. He said any known female gnomes are a farce. (He may have told us a fib to get away with something!)

If you have any questions about this venture, please leave your comments.

Thanks for your support. 

Keep those cards, letters, and gnomes coming.