Winners of We Energies "Safe Digging" campaign enjoy grand unveiling of ad at Energy Park

MILWAUKEE -- The winners of the We Energies "Safe Digging" contest, Darby and Boca, got to enjoy the grand unveiling of their winning ad at Energy Park on Aug. 11.

Both Vizslas , along with their owners, Teresa and Frank Rizzo of Burlington, helped celebrate 8-11 day, a day to raise awareness about calling 811, Diggers Hotline.

Darby and Boca -- winners of We Energies' "Safe Digging"

We Energies asked customers to submit photos of their dogs digging in the yard and received dozens of entries. Darby and Boca received the most votes from the public. Now, they get to be ambassadors for our Safe Digging campaign. Their important message: Doggone it! Call 811 before you dig.

Whether you’re planting a tree or installing a mailbox, call 811 at least three days before starting your project to help ensure that you avoid underground utility lines when you dig. You can put yourself in serious danger by striking an underground electric or natural gas line.

You can see Darby and Boca’s winning ad on display at Energy Park throughout the duration of the Wisconsin State Fair. The ad also will be featured on the stadium TVs at Miller Park. For their efforts, Darby and Boca also earned a basket of goodies, including dog treats and special 811 flying discs.

You can see more pictures and receive more information on the history of our contest on Facebook.