The crew at Blood, Sweat and Bonfires has created such memorable bonfire statues like a giant snapping turtle, crawfish, and pelican. But this years creation is going to be among its biggest ever!
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A giant alligator made entirely of wood is going up on the River in St. James Parish. The 60-foot behemouth features a working head that turns side to side and clamping jaws ready to snap down on any errant fish, turtle or swimmer.
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Blood, Sweat and Bonfires started planning the giant back in July. Construction commenced a few weeks ago and is finished, visable from the river and the parallel roadway in Garyville.
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The wooden interpretation of a hungry beast will meet its fate on Christmas Eve, when it and other wooden creations atop the levee are set alight.
