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2008FAYETTE COUNTY4-H & FFA SHOWAdvisors: Dan
Burkhart, Extension Education Director 4-H Community Club Leaders
Arlington Ignitors
THE ROLE OF 4-H IN THE COUNTY FAIR
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4-H & FFA DEPARTMENT A -
DAIRY Dairy Show will begin at 9:00 a.m. Friday, July 25 in the Stephens Building. 1. Each exhibitor is limited to showing a maximum of six dairy animals. 2. Animals may be either purebred or grade.
4. Classes will be provided for the following dairy breeds: Ayrshire, Brown Swiss, Guernsey, Holstein, Jersey, and Milking Shorthorn. If a breed has more than ten registered and ten grade, then the grade and registered will each have their own separate show. If either the grade or registered has less than ten, they will be shown together. 5. The Dairy Herd shall consist of three project animals of one exhibitor. (Limit, one entry per exhibitor.) Dairy Herd must be entered by entry deadline. At least one milking animal must be exhibited in the dairy herd. All animals must be entered and shown in the individual classes. 6. Members carrying a dairy project may also exhibit in the Animal Science Class (101A). Check for this class in the Agriculture and Natural Resources Department of this fair book. 7. Ribbon Dollar Value: Blue, $6; Red, $4; White, $3.25. 8. Showmanship classes and judging criteria can be found under Rule 18 of the General 4-H/FFA Livestock Rules and Regulations section. The time of the showmanship classes will be the judge’s choice and will be announced in advance of the show. 9. Dairy heifers must be on the grounds no later than 12:00 noon on Monday, July 21. Livestock Identification Forms (which were due to the Extension Office by May 15) and registration papers will be checked from 12:30-2:30 p.m. on July 21. Dairy cows must be stalled by Noon on Thursday, July 24. Check-in will be from Noon to 1:30. 10. All exhibitors must abide by the IAFE (International Association of Fairs and Expositions) Code of Show Ring Ethics included in this fairbook.
2008 Show Divisions & Classes:
Exhibitors – make sure animals are entered in the right classes. The fair programs are based on the classes you enter. Double check the animal's birthdate before entering. The birthdate must agree with the Livestock Identification Form filed with the Extension Office before May 15.
Division A - Ayrshire Division B - Brown Swiss Division G - Guernsey Division H - Holstein Division J - Jersey Division M - Milking Shorthorn
Class 01 – Registered Junior Calf born March 1 to April 30, 2008 Class 02 – Grade Junior Calf born March 1 to April 30, 2008 Class 03 – Registered Intermediate Calf born December 1, 2007 to February 28, 2008 Class 04 – Grade Intermediate Calf born December 1, 2007 to February 28, 2008 Class 05 – Registered Senior Calf born September 1 to November 30, 2007 Class 06 – Grade Senior Calf born September 1 to November 30, 2007 Class 07 – Registered Summer Yearling born June 1 to August 31, 2007 Class 08 – Grade Summer Yearling born June 1 to August 31, 2007 Class 09 – Registered Junior Yearling born March 1 to May 31, 2007 Class 10 – Grade Junior Yearling born March 1 to May 31, 2007 Class 11 – Registered Winter Yearling born December 1, 2006 to February 28, 2007 Class 12 – Grade Winter Yearling born December 1, 2006 to February 28, 2007 Class 13 – Registered Senior Yearling born September 1 to November 30, 2006 Class 14 – Grade Senior Yearling born September 1 to November 30, 2006 Class 15 – Registered Dry Cows Class 16 – Grade Dry Cows Class 17 – Registered 2 Year Old Cows born September 1, 2005 to August 31, 2006 Class 18 – Grade 2 Year Old Cows born September 1, 2005 to August 31, 2006 Class 19 – Registered 3 Year Old Cows born September 1, 2004 to August 31, 2005 Class 20 – Grade 3 Year Old Cows born September 1, 2004 to August 31, 2005 Class 21 – Registered 4 Year Old Cows born September 1, 2003 to August 31, 2004 Class 22 – Grade 4 Year Old Cows born September 1, 2003 to August 31, 2004 Class 23 – Registered Aged Cows born before September 1, 2003 Class 24 – Grade Aged Cows born before September 1, 2003 Class 25 – Dairy Herd
All junior breed winners will compete for Junior Supreme Champion and Reserve Junior Supreme Champion.
All senior breed
winners will compete for Supreme and Reserve Supreme Champion Female.
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4-H & FFA DEPARTMENT B - DAIRY GOAT Dairy Goat Show will begin at 8:30 a.m. on Friday, July 25, in the Stephens Building. 1. Each exhibitor is limited to showing a maximum of six dairy goats. 2. If enough goats are entered, classes will be split by breeds. 3. If a class has more than six registered and six grade, then the grade and registered will each have their own separate show. If either the grade or registered has less than six they will be shown together. 4. All sexually intact male and female goats must be identified with an Individual Scrapie Flock of Origin identification tag or by an official tattoo registered with USDA (to register, call 1-866-USDA-TAG). 5. Goats with horns may not be shown. It is recommended that goats be dehorned for safety in handling both at home and at the fair. 6. Members carrying a dairy goat project may also exhibit in the Animal Science Class (101A). Check for this class in the Agriculture and Natural Resources Department of this fair book. 7. Ribbon Dollar Value: Blue, $3.50; Red, $3.00; White, $2.00. 8. Showmanship classes and judging criteria can be found under Rule 18 of the General 4-H & FFA Rules and Regulations section. The time of the showmanship class will be the judge’s choice and will be announced in advance of the show. 9. Dairy Goats must be on the grounds no later than 12:00 noon on Monday, July 21. Livestock Identification Forms (which were due to the Extension Office by May 15) and registration papers will be checked from 12:30-2:30 p.m. on July 21. 10. All exhibitors must abide by the IAFE (International Association of Fairs and Expositions) Code of Show Ring Ethics included in this fairbook. 2008 Show Division & Classes:
Division A - Dairy Goats
Class 01 – Junior Doe born on or after January 1, 2008 Class 02 – Junior Doe born July 25 to December 31, 2007 Class 03 – Yearling Doe born July 25, 2006 to July 24, 2007 (and has never freshened) Class 04 – Yearling Doe born July 25, 2006 to July 24, 2007 (and has freshened)
Class 05 – Senior Doe
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4-H & FFA DEPARTMENT
C - BREEDING BEEF 1. Each exhibitor is limited to showing a maximum of six breeding beef individuals. 2. Breeding beef must have registration papers turned in by May 15 or they will be shown in the commercial class. 3. 2008 Breed Classification for IJBBA Sanctioned Shows: · Angus – Heifers must have registration papers in hand at time of check-in. Papers must be in the junior exhibitor’s name. All animals must have readable tattoos. All exhibitors must follow the rules of the American Angus Association. · Chianina – All percentages that are able to be registered are eligible. They must be registered in the exhibitors name and have papers in hand at check-in. · Limousin – Heifers must be registered and be 75% or greater. Must have registration papers in hand at check-in and be in the exhibitor’s name. · Maine-Anjou – Mainetainer heifers will include 1/4 to 5/8 Maine-Anjou females, which are sired by a registered Maine-Anjou bull. High Percentage heifers will include ¾ and above females. All exhibitors must have original registration papers in hand at the time of check in and papers need to be solely in the exhibitor’s name. Animals must have legible and correct tattoos. All exhibitors must follow the rules of the American Jr. Maine-Anjou Association. · Polled/Horned Hereford – Heifers must have registration papers at time of check-in. Exhibitors showing Polled/Horned Hereford heifers may be co-owned with siblings, provided each exhibitor is an individual National Junior Hereford Member and a member of the Iowa Junior Hereford Association for the year of 2008. All exhibitors must follow the rules of the American Junior Hereford Association. · Salers – Animals must be at least 50% Salers with either the dam or sire being registered. Heifers must have registration papers and the papers must be in the name of the junior exhibitor. · Simmental –Foundation heifers include 50% - 74% and Purebred heifers include 75% and above and must have registration papers in hand. Registration papers must be in the exhibitor’s name or family farm name. · Shorthorn – Heifers must be at least 15/16 and have registration papers in the exhibitor’s name. · Appendix Shorthorn – Heifers must be between 3/8 and 7/8 Shorthorn and must have appendix registration papers in the exhibitor’s name. For breeds not mentioned or for a complete list of rules refer to the 2008 Breed Classification for IJBBA Sanctioned Shows. 4. No tie-outs allowed. All animals must remain in assigned stalls. 5. Showmanship classes and judging criteria can be found under Rule 18 of the General 4-H & FFA Livestock Rules and Regulations section. The time of the beef showmanship will be the judge’s choice and will be announced in advance of the show. 6. Members carrying the Breeding Beef project may also exhibit in the Animal Science Class (101A). Check for this class in the Agriculture and Natural Resources Department of this fair book. 7. Ribbon Dollar Value: Blue, $6.00; Red, $4.00; White, $3.25. 8. Breeding Beef must be on the grounds no later than 12:00 noon on Monday, July 21. Livestock Identification Forms (which were due to the Extension Office by May 15) and registration papers will be checked following the Market Beef Weigh-in which is scheduled from 1:00-3:00 p.m. on July 21. 9. All exhibitors must abide by the IAFE (International Association of Fairs and Expositions) Code of Show Ring Ethics included in this fairbook. 2008 Show Divisions & Classes:
Exhibitors – Make sure animals are entered in the right classes. Double check the animal's birthdate before entering. The birthdate must agree with the Livestock Identification Form filed with the Extension Office before May 15.
Division A – Angus Division C - Commercial Division F – Foundation Simmental Division H – Hereford Division M – Maine-Anjou Division O - Other Breeds (write breed name on your fair entry) Division P – Appendix Shorthorn Division R - Shorthorn Division S – Simmental Division T - Mainetainer
Class 01 - Heifer born January 1, 2007 to December 31, 2007 Class 02 - Breeding cow born January 1, 2006 to December 31, 2006 (Must have calf at side or be verified pregnant.) Class 03 - Breeding cow born on or before December 31, 2005. (Must have calf at side.)
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4-H & FFA DEPARTMENT D - MARKET BEEF 4-H & FFA Market Beef Show will begin after the Breeding Beef Show which begins at 8 a.m. on Wednesday, July 23 in the Stephens Building. 1. Each exhibitor may show six head of market beef. 2. Positive identification is required on all market beef. All animals must be tagged with an official Iowa 4-H tag, listed on an Identification Form (4-H 106bi), and weighed by January 15. 3. All animals that show in the purebred steer classes must meet breed classification requirements for IJBBA Sanctioned Shows. Steers without necessary registration papers will be shown in the crossbred division. · Angus – Steers must have registration papers in hand at time of check-in. Papers must be in the junior exhibitor’s name. All animals must have readable tattoos. All exhibitors must follow the rules of the American Angus Association. · Chianina – All percentages that are able to be registered are eligible. They must be registered in the exhibitors name and have papers in hand at check-in. · Limousin – Steers must be registered and be 50% or greater Limousin blood. Must have registration papers in hand at check-in and be in the exhibitor’s name. · Maine-Anjou – All steers must be sired by a registered Maine-Anjou bull and be recorded with the AMAA. All exhibitors must have original registration papers in hand at the time of check in and papers need to be solely in the exhibitor’s name. Animals must have legible and correct tattoos. All exhibitors must follow the rules of the American Junior Maine-Anjou Association. · Polled/Horned Hereford – Steers must have registration papers in hand at time of check-in. Exhibitors showing Polled/Horned Hereford steers may be co-owned with siblings, provided each exhibitor is an individual National Junior Hereford Member and a member of the Iowa Junior Hereford Association for the year of 2008. All exhibitors must follow the rules of the American Junior Hereford Association. · Salers – Animals must be at least 50% Salers with either the dam or sire being registered. Steers must have registration papers and the papers must be in the name of the junior exhibitor. · Simmental – Steers must have registration paper in hand and be ½ blood or higher. Registration papers must be in the exhibitor’s name or family farm name. · Shorthorn – Steers must be at least 15/16 and have registration papers in the exhibitor’s name. · Appendix Shorthorn – Steers must be between 3/8 and 7/8 Shorthorn and must have appendix registration papers in the exhibitor’s name. For breeds not mentioned or for a complete list of rules refer to the 2008 Breed Classification for IJBBA Sanctioned Shows. 4. The 4-H & Youth Committee will determine if the steer exhibits sufficient characteristics of the breed. Steers that do not will be shown in a crossbred class. If owner protests, all expenses of proof must be paid by the party filing the protest. Premiums and Achievement Auction money will be withheld pending the final determination of eligibility. 5. Registered steers must present their registration papers by May 15 to the Extension Office. Steers without necessary registration papers will be shown in the crossbred division. Tattoos will be checked. No animals with illegible or fresh tattoos will be allowed to show. Re-tattooing at the show is not permitted. 6. Market steers will be divided in the following divisions and shown in this order: Shorthorn, Angus, Charolais, Chianina, Gelbvieh, Hereford, Limousin, Maine-Anjou, Salers, Simmental, Appendix Shorthorn, and Crossbred. 7. Classes will be set up after the calves are weighed-in at the fair. No more than 15 animals will be shown in one class. Exhibitors will wear cards in the ring with their animal's rate of gain written on the card. Rate of gain red ribbon calves are not eligible for class or champion trophies. 8. No market animals will be allowed to re-weigh unless persons in charge of the scale determine that the scale was not functioning properly at the time of weighing. 9. A minimum rate of gain of 2.20 pounds per day is required for steers to receive a blue ribbon, market heifers 2.00 pounds per day. 10. Market heifers must be open (not with calf) to show in the market class. If necessary, the fair veterinarian will make the determination of pregnancy. 11. Dairy beef must be straight dairy or dairy crosses. Animals that are part beef or exotic beef will be shown in the crossbred beef class. If questions arise on the eligibility of the dairy beef animal, the animal can be placed in the beef crossbred class. 12. Local Origin Market Beef must have originated from cattle breeders located in Fayette County. The steer or heifer must have been bred, born, and raised on the breeder's farm. The breeder must certify this at the time of purchase by the 4-H or FFA member. Certificates must have been turned in to the Fayette County Extension Office by January 15. 13. No tie-outs will be allowed. All animals must remain in assigned stalls. 14. Market Beef Ultrasound will be held Thursday, July 24 beginning at noon in the Stephens Building. Pre-registration and payment of $10 is required during the market beef weigh-in for those wishing to compete in the carcass contest. 15. All breeds and crossbreeds of market heifers will be shown together. 16. Members carrying the Market Beef project may also exhibit in the Animal Science Class (101A). Check for this class in the Agriculture and Natural Resources Department of this fair book. 17. Ribbon Dollar Value: Blue, $5.00; Red, $3.50; White, $3.00. 18. Showmanship classes and judging criteria can be found under Rule 18 of the General 4-H & FFA Livestock Rules and Regulations section. The time of the beef showmanship will be the judge’s choice and will be announced in advance of the show. 19. Market Beef must be on the grounds no later than 12:00 noon on Monday, July 21. Market Beef will be weighed from 1:00-3:00 p.m. on July 21. 20. All exhibitors must abide by the IAFE (International Association of Fairs and Expositions) Code of Show Ring Ethics included in this fairbook. 2008 Show Division & Classes:
Exhibitors – Make sure animals are entered in the right classes. Double check the animal's birthdate before entering. The birthdate must agree with the Livestock Identification Form filed with the Extension Office on the official weigh-in day.
Division C - Market Beef
Class 1A – Dairy Beef Class 2A – Market Heifer Class 3A – Purebred Shorthorn Steer Class 3B – Purebred Angus Steer Class 3C – Purebred Charolais Steer Class 3D – Purebred Chianina Steer Class 3E – Purebred Gelbvieh Steer Class 3F – Purebred Hereford Steer Class 3G – Purebred Limousin Steer Class 3H – Purebred Maine-Anjou Steer Class 3I – Purebred Salers Steer Class 3J – Purebred Simmental Steer Class 3K – Purebred Appendix Shorthorn Steer Class 3L – Other Purebred Steer (List breed on entry form.) Class 4A – Crossbred Market Steer
Champion and Reserve for each division will compete for Grand and Reserve Champion Steer.
Local Origin Market Beef breeder information must be turned in by January 15 to be listed in the fair program as local origin. Beef Show Sponsors:
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4-H & FFA DEPARTMENT E - SWINE Show will begin at 8:00 a.m. on Thursday, July 24, in the Stephens Building. All Iowa 4-H & FFA and Open Swine Shows must follow the state veterinarian's regulations which can be found in the General Livestock Rules and Regulations found in this fairbook. 1. All swine exhibitors must have Food Safety Quality Assurance (PQA Level 3) certification to be eligible to exhibit pigs at the 2008 Fayette County Fair. 2. The 2008 4-H/FFA Swine Show will include both a derby show (based on rate of gain) and a market hog show (rate of gain not included). The market show will be divided into market gilts and barrow classes. 3. For every individual derby hog entered and shown in the 4-H/FFA Derby Hog Show, each exhibitor can enter and show one market hog in the 4-H/FFA Market Hog Show. Each exhibitor will be allowed to show 4 hogs (2 market and 2 derby). There will be pen classes in both the derby and market shows. Pens must be composed of 2 hogs shown as individuals in their respective shows. 4. Weight requirements: Derby Show – none; however, hogs shown should be of acceptable market weight to avoid market penalties. Market Show – Hogs must weigh between 220 and 300 pounds. Hogs under or over this weight will not be allowed to show. Hogs may show in open class if over 300 lbs. 5. All animals must have been identified by tagging at the scheduled weigh-in date set by the County Swine Weigh-in Committee. Each exhibitor can weigh-in up to 12 hogs. 6. All barrows must have been castrated prior to weigh-in. 7. Derby swine will be divided into classes by beginning weight, market swine by ending weight. 8. Any hog not able to walk in and out of the show ring will be disqualified and will not be eligible for the carcass contest or premiums. 9. All swine exhibitors must ultrasound at least one hog for the derby carcass contest and one for the market hog carcass contest if they are entered in the market hog show. Exhibitors will be allowed to ultrasound both of their derby hogs and both of their market hogs. The exhibitor's highest placing carcass hog will automatically be entered in the respective carcass contest. One carcass contest entry will be allowed per exhibitor in each carcass contest. Hogs will be sold grade and yield, if possible. Swine Ultrasound, by Bruce Carrothers, Mac Scan Ultrasound, Cambridge, Iowa, will be Thursday, July 24 following the beef and sheep. 10. All hogs will leave the fairgrounds for slaughter late Thursday or early Friday morning, depending on weather conditions. Those not being taken to slaughter must remain on the grounds until 9 p.m. on Saturday, July 26. 11. All hogs are owned by exhibitors until unloaded at the packing plant. Every effort will be taken to eliminate the possibility of any losses. 12. The Rate of Gain winner will come from those hogs shown as derby individuals. There will also be a pen Rate of Gain winner in the derby show. Rate of gain cards will be worn by exhibitors in the derby show. 13. Members carrying a swine project may also exhibit in the Animal Science Class (101A). Check for this class in the Agriculture and Natural Resources Department of this fair book. 14. Ribbon Dollar Value: Blue, $4.50; Red, $3.50; White, $3.00. 15. Showmanship classes and judging criteria can be found under Rule 18 of the General 4-H Livestock Rules and Regulations section. The time of the swine showmanship will be the judge’s choice and will be announced in advance of the show. 16. Market Swine must be on the grounds no later than 12:00 noon on Monday, July 21. Derby and market hogs will be weighed from 1:30-3:00 p.m. on July 21. 17. All exhibitors must abide by the IAFE (International Association of Fairs and Expositions) Code of Show Ring Ethics included in this fairbook. 2008 Show Division & Classes:
Division D – Derby & Market Hogs
Class 1 – Individual Derby Hog – Limit 2 Class 2 – Pen of Two Derby Hogs * Class 3 – Individual Market Hog – Limit 2 * Class 4 – Pen of Two Market Hogs
* Must enter 1 derby hog for each market hog entered. Swine Show Sponsors:
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4-H & FFA DEPARTMENT F - BREEDING SHEEP Breeding Sheep Show will begin at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 22 in the Stephens Building. 1. Each exhibitor is limited to entering a total of twelve head of market and breeding sheep combined. Entry information must agree with Livestock Identification Form filled out on the official identification and weigh-in day. 2. Animals entered in the breeding classes cannot be entered in the market classes and vice versa. 3. All sexually intact male and female sheep must have an individual Scrapie Flock of Origin identification tag. All sexually intact goats must be identified with an Individual Scrapie Flock of Origin identification tag or by an official tattoo registered with USDA (to register, call 1-866-USDA-TAG). 4. Ewe lambs must have been born after January 1, 2008 and Yearling Ewes born between September 1, 2006 and December 31, 2007. Class will be divided by age, with no more than 8 sheep in a class. 5. All animals must be owned by the exhibitor of in partnership with a family member and identified to an individual 4-H or FFA member. When registration papers are involved, the papers must be either in the exhibitor’s name or show a logical family relationship. Animals changing ownership after being identified as a project are ineligible to be exhibited for that 4-H year. Animals may be exhibited by only one exhibitor. 6. No sheep fitting stands are allowed in the sheep building public walkways. 7. Members carrying a sheep project may also exhibit in the Animal Science Class (101A). Check for this class in the Agriculture and Natural Resources Department of this fair book. 8. Ribbon Dollar Value: Blue, $4.50; Red, $3.50; White, $3.00 9. Showmanship classes and judging criteria can be found under Rule 18 of the General 4-H & FFA Rules and Regulations section. The time of the sheep showmanship will be the judge’s choice and will be announced in advance of the show. 10. Breeding Sheep must be on the grounds no later than 12:00 noon on Monday, July 21. Livestock Identification Forms (which were due to the Extension Office by May 15 and registration papers will be checked from 10:30-Noon on July 21. 11. All exhibitors must abide by the IAFE (International Association of Fairs and Expositions) Code of Show Ring Ethics included in this fairbook.
2008 Divisions & Classes:
Exhibitors – Make sure animals are entered in the right classes. Double check the animal's birthdate before entering. The birthdate must agree with the Livestock Identification Form filed with the Extension Office on the official identification and weigh-in day.
Division A – Wool Contest – Limit of two fleeces per exhibitor. Wool must be from a 4-H or FFA project ewe.
Class 01 – Wool Contest
Division B – Angora Goats – Females or wethers allowed, no billies. These goats will be judged mainly on their angora hair and the exhibitor’s knowledge of their animal.
Class 01 – Angora Goats Under 1 Year of Age Class 02 – Angora Goats Over 1 Year of Age
Division C – Purebred Sheep – If your sheep breed is not listed below, please enter in Class 19 or 20 and list the breed on the entry form.
Class 01 – Suffolk Purebred Ewe Lamb Class 02 – Suffolk Purebred Yearling Ewe Class 03 – Hampshire Purebred Ewe Lamb Class 04 – Hampshire Purebred Yearling Ewe Class 05 – Dorset Purebred Ewe Lamb Class 06 – Dorset Purebred Yearling Ewe Class 07 – Oxford Purebred Ewe Lamb Class 08 – Oxford Purebred Yearling Ewe Class 09 – Montadale Purebred Ewe Lamb Class 10 – Montadale Purebred Yearling Ewe Class 11 – Shropshire Purebred Ewe Lamb Class 12 – Shropshire Purebred Yearling Ewe Class 13 – Corriedale Purebred Ewe Lamb Class 14 – Corriedale Purebred Yearling Ewe Class 15 – Columbia Purebred Ewe Lamb Class 16 – Columbia Purebred Yearling Ewe Class 17 – Lincoln Purebred Ewe Lamb Class 18 – Lincoln Purebred Yearling Ewe Class 19 – Other Purebred Ewe Lamb Class 20 – Other Purebred Yearling Ewe
Champions will be broken into meat and wool breeds. Meat and wool breed champions will be shown against each other for Supreme Champion.
Division D – Commercial – These will all be slicked sheared.
Class 01 – Black Faced Ewe Lamb Class 02 – White or Speckled Face Ewe Lamb Class 03 – Black Faced Yearling Ewe Class 04 – White or Speckled Face Yearling Ewe
Winners of all ewe classes will compete for Supreme Champion Ewe.
The Iowa Hampshire Sheep Association composed of the Hampshire Sheep Breeders of this state are making available to each county fair in this state $10.00 for Junior Champion Lamb, providing it is sired by a registered Hampshire ram. Sheep Show Sponsors:
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4-H & FFA DEPARTMENT G - MARKET LAMBS Market Lamb Show will be following the Breeding Sheep Show which begins at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 22 in the Stephens Building. 1. Each exhibitor is limited to showing a total of twelve head of market and breeding sheep combined. 2. Market lambs must be born after January 1, 2008 and should weigh 80 pounds or more. 3. All market lambs must be either ewes or wethers – no rams will be shown. 4. Animals entered in the market classes cannot be entered in the breeding classes and vice versa. 5. All sexually intact male and female sheep must have an individual Scrapie Flock of Origin identification tag. All sexually intact male and female goats must be identified with an Individual Scrapie Flock of Origin identification tag or by an official tattoo registered with USDA (to register, call 1-866-USDA-TAG). 6. A maximum of 12 market lambs will be weighed and identified (eartagged and tattooed) on May 3, 2008. 6 additional lambs may be weighed for each other show. (Examples: Ak-Sar-Ben, Kansas City Royal, etc.) 7. A maximum of 4 market lambs will be weighed and identification checked at the weigh-in at the fair. The breaking weight for light, medium, and heavy weight classes will be determined from the weights taken at the fair. 8. A limit of 4 lambs must be declared Class 1 individuals prior to the fair weigh-in. The lambs to be shown as a pen of 2 must come from those individuals and must also be declared at the fair weigh-in. 9. The Rate of Gain winner must come from those sheep shown as individuals only. There will also be a Pen of 2 Rate of Gain winner. 10. All market lamb exhibitors must ultrasound at least one market lamb on Thursday, July 24 for the carcass contest or will not be allowed to participate in the Achievement Auction. Exhibitors will be allowed to ultrasound all 4 of their market lambs if they wish. Steve and Joan Swenka will sponsor the cost for each exhibitor to ultrasound one lamb. The exhibitor's highest placing carcass lamb will automatically be entered in the carcass contest. Only one carcass contest entry will be allowed per exhibitor. 11. No sheep fitting stands will be allowed in the sheep building public walkways. 12. Members carrying a sheep project may also exhibit in the Animal Science Class (101A). Check for this class in the Agriculture and Natural Resources Department of this fair book. 13. Ribbon Dollar Value: Blue, $4.50; Red, $3.50; White, $3.00 14. Showmanship classes and judging criteria can be found under Rule 18 of the General 4-H & FFA Livestock Rules and Regulations section. The time of the sheep showmanship will be the judge’s choice and will be announced in advance of the show. 15. Market Sheep must be on the grounds no later than 12:00 noon on Monday, July 21. Market Sheep will be weighed from 10:30-Noon on July 21. 16. All exhibitors must abide by the IAFE (International Association of Fairs and Expositions) Code of Show Ring Ethics included in this fairbook.
2008 Show Division & Classes:
Division A – Market Lambs
Class 01 – Market Lamb – All breeds Class 02 – Pen of Two Market Lambs – All breeds
The Iowa Hampshire Sheep Association composed of the Hampshire Sheep Breeders of this state are making available to each county fair in this state $10.00 for Junior Champion Lamb, providing it is sired by a registered Hampshire ram. |
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4-H & FFA DEPARTMENT H - MEAT GOATS Meat Goat Show will begin at 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, July 22, in the Stephens Building 1. A meat goat is a castrated male goat born after January 1, 2008. 2. Each exhibitor is limited to showing a maximum of four animals in the meat goat show. Individuals may or may not be from the pen. Entry information must agree with Livestock Identification Form filled out on the official identification and weigh-in day. Meat goats will be eartagged at weigh-in for the Rate of Gain Contest. 3. Meat goats should be disbudded/dehorned or have NO more than two inch horns. They must be collared or haltered in the ring. 4. Each meat goat must weigh a minimum of 50 pounds at the time of fair weigh-in. Those weighing under 50 pounds will be shown in a feeder class. 5. Classes will be broken out according to weights at fair. 6. A trophy will be awarded for Champion Meat Goat. The champion will be selected from the first place winners of individual weight divisions. The reserve champion will be selected from the remaining first place winners plus the second place winner of the individual weight class division from which the champion was selected. 7. Pygmy goats may not be entered in the meat goat show; but may be entered in the domestic pet division of the pet show. 8. Members carrying a goat project may also exhibit in the Animal Science Class (101A). Check for this class in the Agriculture and Natural Resources Department of this fair book. 9. Ribbon Dollar Value: Blue, $4.50; Red, $3.50; White, $3.00 10. Showmanship classes and judging criteria can be found under Rule 18 of the General 4-H & FFA Rules and Regulations section. The time of the goat showmanship will be the judge’s choice and will be announced in advance of the show. 11. Meat goats must be on the grounds no later than 12:00 noon on Monday, July 21. Meat Goats will be weighed from Noon to 1 p.m. on July 21. 12. All exhibitors must abide by the IAFE (International Association of Fairs and Expositions) Code of Show Ring Ethics included in this fairbook.
2008 Divisions & Classes:
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4-H & FFA DEPARTMENT I - CATS, HAMSTERS, & OTHER PETS Show will begin at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 26 near the bandstand. 1. All cats and dogs must have current rabies and distemper vaccinations. Exhibitors must present official certification from a veterinarian the day of the show to be eligible to exhibit. All cats and dogs should be on a vaccination schedule recommended by their veterinarian. 2. Dogs exhibited in the Pet Show should not be exhibited in the Dog Obedience and Handling Show. 3. Any bitch in season may not be shown or brought onto the grounds. 4. All sexually intact male and female goats must be identified with an Individual Scrapie Flock of Origin identification tag or by an official tattoo registered with USDA (to register, call 1-866-USDA-TAG). This includes Pygmy and Fainting Goats. 5. Members carrying a pet project may also exhibit in the Animal Science Class (101A). Check for this class in the Agriculture and Natural Resources Department of this fair book. 6. Ribbon Dollar Value: Blue, $3.00; Red, $2.00; White, $1.00 7. All dogs (in the dog grooming class), cats, and other pets must be on the grounds by 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 26 and check-in at the shelter near the log cabin. 8. All exhibitors must abide by the IAFE (International Association of Fairs and Expositions) Code of Show Ring Ethics included in this fairbook.
2008 Show Divisions & Classes:
Division A – Cat Grooming – Condition of coat, nails, teeth, ears, member's knowledge of their cat and its needs.
Class 01 – Cats under 6 months of age Class 02 – Cats between 6 and 18 months of age Class 03 – Cats over 18 months of age
Division B – Dog Grooming – Condition of coat, nails, teeth, ears, and member’s knowledge of their dog and its needs.
Class 01 – Dogs under 6 months of age Class 02 – Dogs between 6 and 12 months of age Class 03 – Dogs over 1 year of age
Division C – Household Pets – Hamsters, birds, fish, etc. Member’s knowledge of their pet’s needs and observation of the condition of the pet.
Division D – Domestic Pets – Miniature Horses, Pot-Bellied Pigs, Pigmy Goats, etc. Members knowledge of their pet’s needs and observation of the condition of the pet. (Note: See Pet General Rule #4 concerning Scrapie.)
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4-H Dog Show begins at 11:00 a.m. or after the Pet Show, Saturday, July 26 near the bandstand. 1. All dogs must have current rabies vaccinations. Exhibitors must present official certification from a veterinarian the day of the show to be able to exhibit. 2. Entry information must agree with information on the Dog Identification Form on file at the Extension Office by May 15. 3. Exhibitors must show in an obedience class in order to exhibit in a handling class. Handling classes follow the showmanship class regulations as found in the General 4-H & FFA Livestock Rules and Regulations section of this fair book. 4. Dogs may not be entered in more than two obedience classes. If a dog is entered in a second obedience class, it must be at a higher level than the dog’s required training level class. Exhibitors are limited to one handling entry. 5. Handler grades are as of the 2007-08 school year. 6. Any bitch in season may not be shown or brought on grounds. 7. Exhibitor and the dog's experience determine class level. Show scores will be used to determine class level along with the experience of the exhibitor and the dog. A qualifying score is 170 points (or more) with the exhibitor earning at least 50% of the points or better for each exercise in their class. When an exhibitor achieves this standard they must advance to the next class, with the exception of Novice B, Sub Graduate Novice, and Graduate Novice B. However, an exhibitor may choose to advance to the next level without a qualifying score. An exhibitor who does not achieve a qualifying score may remain in the same class for the next year or he/she may choose to advance; the only exception to this is for Pre-Novice A where exhibitors must advance to Pre-Novice B the next year. 8. Members carrying a dog project may also exhibit in the Animal Science Class (101A). Check for this class in the Natural Resources Department of this fair book. 9. Ribbon Dollar Value: Blue, $3.00; Red, $2.00; White, $1.00. 10. All dogs must be on the grounds by 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 26 and check in at the shelter near the log cabin. 11. All exhibitors must abide by the IAFE (International Association of Fairs and Expositions) Code of Show Ring Ethics included in this fairbook.
2008 Show Divisions & Classes:
Division A – Obedience
Ribbons will be awarded in classes 01-07 as follows:
Blue 170-200 points Red 150-169 1/2 points White 149 1/2 or lower points
The high scoring dogs from each class will receive additional awards, with trophies awarded in classes 01, 02, 03, 05, and 07.
Class 01 – Pre-Novice A – For dogs and exhibitors in their first year of dog obedience training. Dogs will heel, stand for examination, and do the figure 8 all on leash. They will recall on leash and do a long sit (stay) for one minute and a long down (stay) for three minutes, both on leash. Class 02 – Pre-Novice B – For exhibitors in their second year or greater of dog obedience training or for exhibitors who have not yet received a qualifying score in Pre-Novice A or for exhibitors who have a dog with previous experience. Dogs will heel, stand for examination, and do the figure 8 all on leash. They will recall on leash and do a long sit (stay) for one minute and a long down (stay) for three minutes, both on leash. Class 03 – Sub Novice – For exhibitors in their first year or greater of dog obedience training. Dogs will heel and do the figure 8 all on leash. They will do the stand for examination off leash, recall off leash and do a long sit (stay) for one minute and a long down (stay) for three minutes, both off leash. Class 04 – Novice A – For exhibitors in their second year or greater of dog obedience who have achieved a qualifying score in a 4-H dog obedience show in a Pre-Novice A, Pre- Novice B, or Sub Novice class. A qualifying score is not required to advance to this class. Dogs will heel and do the figure 8 on leash; and the stand for examination, heel free, and recall off leash. They will do a long sit (stay) for one minute and a long down (stay) for three minutes, both off leash. Dogs entered in this class may not be entered in Class 01, 02, or 03 unless the dog has not received a qualifying score in those classes. Class 05 – Novice B – For exhibitors who have achieved a qualifying score in Novice A. Dogs will heel and do the figure 8 on leash; and the stand for examination, heel free and recall off leash. They will do a long sit (stay) for one minute and a long down (stay) for three minutes, both off leash. Dogs entered in this class may not be entered in Class 01, 02, 03, or 04. Class 06 – Sub Graduate Novice – For exhibitors of three or more years who have achieved a qualifying score in a 4-H dog obedience show in the Novice A or Novice B class. A qualifying score is not required to advance to this class. Dogs will heel on leash; and the stand for examination, heel free, figure eight, and drop on recall off leash. They will do a long sit (stay) for three minutes and a long down (stay) for five minutes, both off leash and with the handler out of sight. Dogs entered in this class may not be entered in Classes 04 or 05 unless the dog has not received a qualifying score in those classes. Class 07 – Graduate Novice A – For exhibitors of three or more years who have achieved a qualifying score in a 4-H dog obedience show in the Novice A, Novice B, or Sub Graduate Novice class. A qualifying score is not required to advance to this class. Dogs will do the heel free, figure 8 exercise, moving stand and examination, moving drop on recall, dumbbell recall, recall over broad jump, and long down with handler out of sight for three minutes, all off leash. Dogs entered in this class may not be entered in Class 04, 05, or 06 unless the dog has not received a qualifying score in those classes. Class 08 – Graduate Novice B – For exhibitors of three or more years who have achieved a qualifying score in a 4-H dog obedience show in the Graduate Novice A class. Dogs will do the heel free, figure 8 exercise, moving stand and examination, moving drop on recall, dumbbell recall, recall over broad jump, and long down with handler out of sight for three minutes, all off leash. Dogs entered in this class may not be entered in Class 01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 06, 07, or 08. Class 09 – Open – For exhibitors of three or more years who have achieved a qualifying score in Graduate Novice A or B. A qualifying score is not required to advance to this class. Dogs will do the heel free, figure 8, drop on recall, retrieve on the flat, retrieve over the high jump and broad jump, all off leash and do the three minute long sit (stay) and the five minute long down (stay), both off the leash and with the handler out of sight. Dogs entered in this class may not be entered in Class 06, 07, or 08 unless the dog has not received a qualifying score in those classes.
Division B – Handling
Handling classes will be judged using the following showmanship score card:
Exhibitor (Appearance, Grooming) 15 points Dog Grooming & Condition 25 points Handling 30 points Questions 30 points Total 100 points
Class 01 – Junior Handling (Exhibitors in grades 4, 5, and 6) Class 02 – Intermediate Handling (Exhibitors in grades 7 and 8)
Class 03 – Senior
Handling (Exhibitors in grades 9, 10, 11, and 12)
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4-H & FFA DEPARTMENT K - RABBITS Show will begin at 2:30 p.m. on Wednesday, July 23. 1. An exhibitor may show a maximum of 6 entries in the rabbit department. Only one meat entry per class will be allowed in the meat rabbit division. In the breeding rabbit division, more than one entry per class will be allowed if each entry is a different breed. 2. The fair veterinarian will not allow any animal showing symptoms of disease or illness of any kind will be admitted to the fairgrounds. 3. All entries will be judged at 2:30 p.m. on Wednesday, July 23. Judging will be done by class number order. 4. Rabbits can be shown in only one division. All animals will be marked when exhibited and will not be eligible to show again except in meat pens or champion classes. 5. No rabbits are to be sold if they were not shown, as they were not tested by the vet. Sale of rabbits by exhibitors before the show will result in the forfeit of premium money. 6. Best of division trophies will be awarded in each of the four divisions: meat rabbit, crossbred breeding rabbit, purebred rabbit – large breed, and purebred rabbit – small breed. 7. Members carrying a rabbit project may also exhibit in the Animal Science Class (101A). Check for this class in the Agriculture and Natural Resources Department of this fair book. 8. Ribbon Dollar Value, Blue $3.00; Red, $2.00; White, $1.00. 9. Showmanship classes and judging criteria can be found under Rule 18 of the General 4-H & FFA Livestock Rules and Regulations section. The time of the showmanship classes will be the judge’s choice and will be announced in advance of the show. 10. Rabbits must be on the grounds no later than 12:00 noon on Monday, July 21. Check-in will be from noon to 2:00 p.m. on July 21. 11. All exhibitors must abide by the IAFE (International Association of Fairs and Expositions) Code of Show Ring Ethics included in this fairbook.
2008 Show Classes:
Division A – Meat Rabbit
1. Fryers should be rabbits under ten weeks of age and under 5 pounds. The fryer meat pen should consist of 2 rabbits of the same breed and variety. The individual fryer may or may not be one of the rabbits from the exhibitor's fryer meat pen. 2. Roasters should be rabbits weighing over 5 pounds. The roaster meat pen should consist of 2 rabbits of the same breed and variety. The individual roaster may or may not be one of the rabbits from the exhibitor's roaster meat pen. 3. Classes 1-4 are for animals intended for meat production. 4. Only one entry per class will be allowed in the meat rabbit division.
Class 01 – Individual Fryer Class 02 – Fryer Meat Pen Class 03 – Individual Roaster Class 04 – Roaster Meat Pen
Division B – Crossbred Breeding Rabbit
1. The does and bucks in the crossbred breeding rabbit division are those with mixed or crossbred parentage. They are not eligible for classes 9-18 in the purebred breeding rabbit division. 2. Winners in Classes 5-8 will compete for Champion Crossbred Doe and Buck.
Class 05 – Junior Doe (under 7 months) Class 06 – Senior Doe (over 7 months) Class 07 – Junior Buck (under 7 months) Class 08 – Senior Buck (over 7 months)
Division C – Purebred Breeding Rabbit
1. Entries in these classes are limited to purebred rabbits of recognized breeds and will be judged per each breed’s standards. 2. In the purebred breeding rabbit division, more than one entry per class will be allowed if each entry is a different breed. 3. Exhibitors must give specific breed information on their entry form or the exhibit will be transferred to the crossbred class. No switching of classes will be allowed after fair check-in. 4. Breeding does and bucks will be shown by age and sex. 5. Large breed breeding rabbits are does and bucks of the following larger breeds: American Blue and White, Beveren, Blue Vienna, Californian, Champagne D'Argent, Checkered Giant, American Chinchilla, Giant Chinchilla, Cinnamon, Creme D'Argent, Hotot, English Lop, Flemish Giant, French Lop, New Zealand, Palomino, and Satin. 6. Small breed breeding rabbits are does and bucks of smaller breeds which mature earlier than large breed rabbits. These breeds include: English Angora, French Angora, Belgian Hare, Britannia Petite, Standard Chinchilla, Dutch, English Spot, Florida White, Harlequin, Havana, Lilac, Himalayan, Holland Lop, Mini Lop, Netherland Dwarf, Polish, Rex, Silver Martins and Tans. 7. Winners in classes 09-14 will compete for Large Breed Champion Purebred Doe and Buck. 8. Winners in classes 15-18 will compete for Small Breed Champion Purebred Doe and Buck.
Class 09 – Jr. Doe –Large (under 6 months) Class 10 – Int. Doe – Large (6-8 months) Class 11 – Sr. Doe – Large (over 8 months) Class 12 – Jr. Buck – Large (under 6 months) Class 13 – Int. Buck – Large (6-8 months) Class 14 – Sr. Buck – Large (over 8 months) Class 15 – Jr. Doe – Small (under 6 months) Class 16 – Sr. Doe – Small (over 6 months) Class 17 – Jr. Buck – Small (under 6 months)
Class 18 – Sr. Buck –
Small (over 6 months) Rabbit Show Sponsors:
Barrel Drive In 4-H & FFA DEPARTMENT L - POULTRY The 4-H & FFA Poultry Show will begin at noon on Wednesday, July 23. 1. The poultry show is being held in accordance with the Iowa Department of Agriculture 2008 regulations relating to the exhibiting of poultry in the State of Iowa. All poultry exhibited must originate from U.S. Pullorum-Typhoid clean or equivalent flocks, or have had a negative Pullorum-Typhoid test within 90 days of public exhibition and the test must have been performed by an authorized tester. If needed, an authorized tester will be available to test for Pullorum-Typhoid at the fair from 10:00 to 12 noon on Monday, July 21. Birds cannot go into their cage until a Pullorum-Typhoid test is seen at the time of check-in. All birds over 4 months of age must be tested within 90 days of showing. See the 2008 Health Requirements, #8 of the General 4-H & FFA Livestock Rules and Regulations. 2. Market turkeys will not be brought to the show arena, but will be judged in their cages. 3. All poultry must be under one year of age. 4. Judging will be based on fleshing, eating quality, shape and condition. 5. Members carrying a poultry project may also exhibit in the Animal Science Class (101A). Check for this class in the Agriculture and Natural Resources Department of this fair book. 6. Ribbon Dollar Value: Blue, $3.00 Red, $2.00; White, $1.00. 7. Showmanship classes and judging criteria can be found under Rule 18 of the General 4-H & FFA Livestock Rules and Regulations section. The time of the showmanship classes will be the judge’s choice and will be announced in advance of the show. 8. Poultry must be on the grounds no later than 12:00 noon on Monday, July 21. Check-in will be from 10:00 a.m. to noon on July 21. 9. All exhibitors must abide by the IAFE (International Association of Fairs and Expositions) Code of Show Ring Ethics included in this fairbook.
2008 Show Classes:
Division A - Live Broilers
The 4-H & FFA Broiler show will begin at noon on Wednesday, July 23.
The broiler project is an opportunity for a 4-H or FFA member to gain valuable experience in raising chicks to broiler-weight through partnership with a local sponsor. The sponsor will buy the chicks and the 4-H/FFA member raises the chicks and presents the best five birds to the sponsor as payment for the opportunity. 4-H/FFA member is responsible for whatever is necessary to raise the chicks to healthy broiler weight and processing of the birds.
1. The Broiler Show will occur as a separate show on Wednesday, July 23 beginning at noon. 2. Participants will exhibit 3 live broilers, which must be picked up at the Extension Office on determined date. 3. The 4-H/FFA member must be enrolled in the poultry project . 4. Entry forms for the broiler project will be distributed to the club leaders in February. 5. Entries are due to the Extension Office by March 15. 6. All broiler project birds must be in their cage by noon on Monday, July 21. 7. Cages must be reserved using the fair entry form due to the Extension Office by June 13. 8. Broilers will be judged on the following criteria: Cleanliness – 10 points; Meatiness of Breast, Thigh, and Drumstick – 45 points; Conformation of Body Structure – 25 points; and General Health and Freedom from Defects – 20 points. Total possible points: 100 points. 9. A champion broiler will be determined at the county fair. 10. The project participant is required to get 5 of the best birds dressed and delivered to the sponsor with in two weeks of the Fayette County Fair.
Class 01 – Live Broilers (pen of three)
Division B – Commercial Birds
1. Entries are limited to birds hatched in 2008. 2. 2 birds per pen either sex (exception: market turkeys). 3. Each exhibitor is limited to one entry in each class. 4. Only cockerels and pullets for market are eligible to enter the chick raising classes. Market pens of 2 will be weighed.
Class 02 – Chick Raising-Roasters – over 10 pounds total weight Class 03 – Market Ducks – between 8 weeks and 1 year of age Class 04 – Market Geese – between 12 weeks and 1 year of age Class 05 – Market Turkeys – two birds same sex over 15 weeks of age for hens, and 16 weeks for toms, but not over 1 year of age for either.
Division C – Egg Production
1. Birds shown in the egg production classes must be at least 16 weeks old and no more than one year of age at the time of show. 2. Birds will be shown as a pen of two females. 3. Each exhibitor is limited to one entry per class. 4. Birds will be judged on health, vigor, uniformity of type, weight and production. 5. Maximum number of birds on the show table will be 8. If there are more than 8 entries, the 1st and 2nd place from each table will be judged for champion and reserve champion.
Class 06 – Laying Flock
Division D – Breeding Poultry
1. A pen consists of one male and one female, not over one year of age at the time of show. 2. Each exhibitor is limited to one entry in classes 7-16 unless they are different breeds. 3. Bantam breeds must weigh under 3 pounds.
Large and Small Breed Classes
Class 07 – American Class Breeds – Plymouth Rocks, Dominique, Wyandottes, Javas, Rhode Island Reds, Rhode Island Whites, Buckeye, Chanteclear, Jersey Giants, Lamonas, New Hampshires, Hollands, and Delawares Class 08 – Asiatic Class Breeds – Cochins, Langshans, Brahmas Class 09 – English Class Breeds – Dorkings, Redcaps, Cornish, Orpingtons, Sussex, Australorps Class 10 – Mediterranean Class Breeds – Leghorns, Minocras, Spanish, Andalusians, Anconas, Sicilian Buttercups, Catalanas Class 11 – Continental Class Breeds – Hamburgs, Campines, Lakenvelders, Polish, Houdans, Crevecoeurs, La Feche, Faverolles, Welsummers, Barnevelders Class 12 – All Other Standard Breeds – Modern Game, Old English Games, Sumatras, Malays, Cubalayas, Phoenix, Yokohamas, Aseels, Shamos, Sultans, Frizzles, Naked Necks, Araucanas, Ameraucanas
Bantam Breed Classes
Class 13 – Single Comb Clean Legged Bantams – Anconas, Andalusians, Australorps, Campines, Catalanas, Delawares, Dorkings, Dutch, Frizzles, Hollands, Japanese, Javas, Jersey Giants, Lakenvelders, Lamonas, Leghorns, Minorcas, Naked Necks, New Hampshires, Orpingtons, Phoenix, Plymouth Rocks, Rhode Island Reds, Spanish, Sussex Class 14 – Rosecomb Clean Legged Bantams – Anaconas, Antwerp Belgians, Dominiques, Dorkings, Hamburgs, Leghorns, Minorcas, Redcaps, Rhode Island Reds, Rhode Island Whites, Rosecombs, Sebrights, Wyandottes Class 15 – All Other Clean Legged Bantams – Ameraucana, Araucana, Buckeye, Chanteclers, Cornish, Crevecoeurs, Cubalayas, Houdans, La Feche, Malays, Polish, Shamos, Sicilian Buttercups, Sumatras, Yokohamas Class 16 – Feather Legged Bantams – Booted, Brahmas, Cochins, d’Uccle Faverolles, Frizzles, Langshans, Silkies, Sultans
Division E – Miscellaneous Birds
1. A pen consists of one male and one female, not over one year of age at the time of show. 2. Entries in this division may include waterfowl, ornamental fowl, guinea fowl, pigeons, etc. 3. All game birds and water fowl must be domestically raised, not for market. Breeds include: pheasant, quail, wood ducks, mallards, etc. Exhibitors must have a game breeders license or receipt of sale or proof of progency from 3 years past. This must be presented at the check-in on Monday, July 21. 4. Each exhibitor is limited to one entry in class 17 unless they are different breeds.
Class 17 – Miscellaneous Birds Poultry Show Sponsors:
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4-H & FFA DEPARTMENT M-HORSE & PONY Show begins at 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, July 22, in the Hoofbeats Arena. 1. Only 4-H and FFA members enrolled in the horse and pony project may show their animals in the 4-H/FFA show. 2. Entries must be sent to the Extension Office by June 13 on a 4-H & FFA entry form. (See Rule 1 under the General 4-H & FFA Rules and Regulations section.) 3. All horse exhibitors must purchase a 4-H & FFA exhibitor's ticket. (See Rule 10 under the General 4-H & FFA Rules and Regulations section). 4. Unnecessary roughness or discourtesy will dismiss the exhibitor from further competition for the entire show. Good sportsmanship shall prevail. Courtesy is mandatory. No abuse of horses/ponies will be tolerated. Each exhibitor must keep their horse/pony under control or be excused from the ring. At all times, every horse/pony should be treated in a humane, respectful, dignified and compassionate manner. Rider must remain mounted while entering and exiting the arena. 5. OWNERSHIP – To exhibit in classes where the primary emphasis of evaluation is the skill level of the 4-H’er, ownership is not required; however, the 4-H’er must take an active role in the care of the animal. Horses entered in halter classes must be owned by the 4-H’er or in partnership with a family member. Proof of ownership must be available if requested by show officials. 6. IDENTIFICATION – The name of the horse, a sketch of its color markings, sex, height, and the horse’s age (by January 1) are all required for identification. If a family includes more 4-H’ers than horses, more than one 4-H’er may identify a horse; however, in this situation, a 4-H’er cannot identify more than one horse. 7. LEASED OR BORROWED HORSES – Leased or borrowed horses may be shown in showmanship, riding, and driving classes, but are not eligible for halter classes. If the horse is leased or borrowed, a signed lease agreement must be turned into the Extension Office with the Identification Form due May 15 and is the only riding horse the 4-H’er may identify as a 4-H horse project. (The objective of the leased horse project is to allow 4-H’ers who do not own a horse to learn the skills of feeding, management, care and training of horses.) 8. CLOTHING – Riding helmet, 4-H/FFA Exhibitor's T-shirt, black or dark blue denim jeans, and western boots (boots must be smooth soled with heel, not work boots). If you do not wear your 4-H/FFA T-shirt you will be asked to put it on or you will not be allowed to show. 4-H & FFA youth participating in any and all mounted classes must wear ASTM/SEI approved protective headwear with chin strap and properly fitting harness while mounted, riding and driving, including warm up – every time, every ride. 9. If your horse or pony is not born by May 15, 2008 please list the horse/pony on your entry form and let the Extension Office know the identification information as soon as possible after that date. 10. There is a limit of two horses per exhibitor in each class in timed events. Please list on the entry form which two horses will be shown – only the first two listed on the form will be entered. 11. All horses must have a Certificate of Veterinary Inspection dated within 30 days of the fair. These will be checked upon arrival. 12. Pleasure and reining classes need a bit, split reins, and no tie-down. In timed events you may use any tack you wish. If you need different equipment such as a hackamore and/or a tie-down, you may lose points. A saddle must be used. 13. You may not touch a barrel or pole with your hand or you will receive a “no-time”. 14. You may scratch from a class the day of the show, but you may not show in a class you’re not previously entered in. 15. All exhibitors are responsible for manure management around their own vehicles. 16. A Champion Pleasure Class, sponsored by Mark & Joni Spies, will include first and second place winners in each Western Pleasure class (Classes 01, 02, 03, 04). The winner will receive a belt buckle. 17. Members carrying a horse project may also exhibit in the Animal Science Class (101A). Check for this class in the Agriculture and Natural Resources Department of this fair book. 18. Ribbon Dollar Value: Blue, $3.00; Red, $2.00; White, $1.00. 19. Showmanship classes and judging criteria can be found under Rule 18 of the General 4-H & FFA Rules and Regulations section. The time of showmanship will be the judge’s choice and will be announced in advance of the show. 20. Horses and ponies entered in the Halter, Costume, Trail and Performance classes must be on the grounds no later than 8:00 a.m. on Tuesday, July 22. Check-in will be from 6:30-8:30 a.m. Horses and ponies entered only in games classes need to be on the grounds by 11:00 a.m. Check in will be from 11:00-11:30 a.m. on July 22. 21. All exhibitors must abide by the IAFE (International Association of Fairs and Expositions) Code of Show Ring Ethics included in this fairbook.
2008 Show Divisions & Classes:
HALTER CLASSES
Division A – Pony (14 hands or 56 inches and under) Ponies that are shod will have ½ inch deducted from their height.
Class 01 – Pony Weanlings and Yearlings Class 02 – 2 years and over, 50 inches and under Class 03 – 2 years and over, over 50 inches
Grand Champion Reserve Champion
Division B – Horse (over 14 hands or 56 inches)
Class 01 – Weanlings, Yearlings & 2 Yr Olds Class 02 – 3 and over mares Class 03 – 3 and over geldings
Grand Champion Reserve Champion
Senior Showmanship at Halter – Grades 9, 10, 11, & 12 Intermediate Showmanship at Halter – Grades 7 & 8 Junior Showmanship at Halter – Grades 4, 5, & 6
TRAIL CLASS
Division C – Trail Class
Class 01 – Trail Class (Course will consist of 6-7 obstacles which could include: gate opening, bridge crossing, mailbox, backing, raincoat, crossing over poles at walk, trot, lope, side pass, turning within box, dragging an object, and ground tying.)
COSTUME CLASS
Division D – Costume Class
Class 01 – Costume Class (Each participant should be appropriately attired in the costume of their choice and carry out the theme of the class. This year’s theme will be “Working to Spice Up the Fayette County Fair.”
PERFORMANCE CLASSES (1/2 hour warm-up)
Division E – Western Pleasure Classes
Class 01 – Pony Pleasure – all ages Class 02 – Horse Walk/Trot Pleasure – Rider 13 and Under Class 03 – Horse Pleasure – Rider 14 and Older Class 04 – 2 & 3 Year Old Horse Pleasure – all ages
Class 05 – Horsemanship – Grades 9-12 Class 06 – Horsemanship – Grades 7 & 8 Class 07 – Horsemanship – Grades 4-6
GAMES CLASSES
Division F – Games (There is a limit of two horses per exhibitor in each class in timed events. Please list on the entry form which two horses will be shown – the first two listed on the form will be entered.) There will be a 15 minute warm-up before games.
Class 01 – Pony Polebending (14 hands and under) Class 02 – Horse Polebending (Over 14 hands) Class 03 – Pony Barrel Racing (14 hands and under) Class 04 – Horse Barrel Racing (Over 14 hands) Class 05 – Plug Race Class 06 – Flag Race Class 07 – Jumping Figure 8 Class 08 – Egg and Spoon
DRIVING CLASS
Division G – Driving Class (There will be a ½ hour warm-up before the driving class.)
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DEPARTMENT N - BUCKET/BOTTLE CALF 1. Class is open to any newborn or orphan calf, steer or heifer; dairy, beef, or crossbred. NO bulls. Calf must be bucket or bottle fed, NO nursing. 2. Calf must be born between February 1 and April 30 of the current year and owned, fed, and cared for by the exhibitor within two weeks of birth and properly identified by May 15. Two calves may be identified, but only one calf may be entered and exhibited. 3. Classes will be divided based on grades of youth. 4. Calves will be shown at halter. Calves must be cleaned. No clipping or grooming. 5. Judging will be based on: a) what the member has learned about the care and raising of the calf. An interview session will be held during the judging; b) the grooming and cleanliness of the calf; c) general health, management, and condition of the calf and exhibitor's knowledge of this area; d) conformation or quality of the calf is NOT to be considered; e) completed record forms (B-1 & B-2) must be turned in by June 13. 6. Animals will be grouped in blue, red, and white ribbon groups by the judge. 7. Animals shown the first year may be shown a second year at the Fayette County Fair, IF the calf has been identified following the first year show. Identification will consist of ear tag and/or photograph taken prior to leaving the fairgrounds, which will be done by Extension personnel. Second year calves may also be shown in the appropriate dairy or beef class during the 2009 County Fair. 8. Ribbon Dollar Value: Blue $5.00, Red $4.00, White $3.25. 9. All bucket/bottle calves must have a Certificate of Veterinary Inspection dated within 30 days of the fair. These will be checked upon arrival. 10. Calves must be on the grounds by 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, July 22. Check-in will begin at 9:00 a.m. in the Stephens Building. Show will begin promptly at 10:00 a.m. 11. All exhibitors must abide by the IAFE (International Association of Fairs and Expositions) Code of Show Ring Ethics included in this fairbook. 2008 Show Division and Classes:
Division A – Bucket/Bottle Calf – If there are enough entries, these classes may be split by individual grades. This is not a showmanship class – exhibitors will show in the class per grade as listed below.
Class 01 – Junior (Exhibitors in grades 4, 5, & 6) Class 02 – Intermediate (Exhibitors in grades 7 & 8) Class 03 – Senior (Exhibitors in grades 9, 10, 11, & 12)
Division B – Bucket/Bottle Calf – The animals in this class must have been shown and identified at the previous year’s fair. Second year calves cannot be shown in both the Bucket/Bottle Calf Show and the Beef or Dairy Shows.
Class 01 – Junior (Exhibitors in grades 4, 5, & 6) Class 02 – Intermediate (Exhibitors in grades 7 & 8) Class 03 – Senior (Exhibitors in grades 9, 10, 11, & 12) |
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2008 FAYETTE COUNTY FAIR 4-H/FFA SCHEDULE
Monday, July 14 9 a.m. – Noon Fairgrounds Clean-up
Friday, July 18 9 a.m. Non-Livestock Judging 4 p.m. State Fair Announcement
Sunday, July 20 6 p.m. Livestock can arrive
Monday, July 21 9 a.m.-Noon Livestock Check-in 10-12 Noon Poultry Check-in 10:30-Noon Market Sheep Weigh-in and Breeding Sheep Check-in Noon-1 p.m. Meat Goat Weigh-in Noon-2 p.m. Rabbit Check-in 12 Noon All 4-H livestock entries (excluding Dairy Milking Cows, Dogs & Pets, Horses, Bucket/Bottle Calves) must be on grounds 12:30-2:30 p.m. Dairy Heifers & Dairy Goat Check-in 1-3 p.m. Market Beef Weigh-in & Breeding Beef Check-in 1:30-3 p.m. Market & Derby Swine Weigh-in 4:30 p.m. Livestock Judging Contest 7 p.m. Ag Olympics/Animal Scramble
Tuesday, July 22 6:30-8:30 a.m. Exhibitor Breakfast 6:30-8:30 a.m. Horse Show Check-in (halter classes only) 9 a.m. Horse Show 9 a.m. Bucket/Bottle Calf Check-in 10 a.m. Bucket/Bottle Calf Show 11 a.m. Horse Pony Show Check-in (games only) Noon Mud Volleyball Registration – Grades 4-8 1 p.m. Mud Volleyball Tournament – Grades 4-8 1 p.m. Meat Goat Show 2 p.m. Breeding and Market Sheep Show
Wednesday, July 23 8 a.m. Breeding and Market Beef Show Noon Live Broiler Show followed by Poultry Show 2:30 p.m. Rabbit Show 3:30 p.m. 4-H Style Show
Thursday, July 24 8:00 a.m. Derby and Market Swine Show Noon Dairy Cows must be stalled Noon-1:30 p.m. Dairy Cow Check-in Noon Ultrasound: beef, sheep, swine Noon Mud Volleyball Registration – Grades 9-12 1 p.m. Mud Volleyball Tournament – Grades 9-12
Friday, July 25 8:30 a.m. Dairy Goat Show 9 a.m. Dairy Heifer & Cow Show Noon Mud Volleyball Registration – Grades 9-12 1 p.m. Mud Volleyball Tournament – Grades 9-12
Saturday, July 26 9 a.m. Pet Show Check-in 10 a.m. Pet Show 10 a.m. Dog Show Check-in 11 a.m. Dog Show 3:30 p.m. Achievement Auction Line-up 4:00 p.m. Achievement Auction 9:00 p.m. Release time for all livestock, non-livestock, commercial exhibits (exception – Blue Ribbon Dairy Show animals)
Monday, July 28 9-11 a.m. Fairgrounds Clean-up |
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GENERAL 4-H RULES & REGULATIONS 1. 4-H enrollment is open to all youth, without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, or disability. 2. 4-H Communications, Clothing Selection, Fashion Revue, and Foods Fair entries are due to the Extension Office by June 13. There will be no pre-entry of non-livestock exhibits judged on July 18. 3. Entries are limited to bonafide community or project club 4-H'ers of Fayette County who are in grades 4-12 (or equivalent). 4-H members must attend 4 of the 7 local club meetings held from October 1 to entry day – 4-H leader will certify member's attendance. Clover Kids exhibits will be judged at fair and participation ribbons will be awarded. A Clover Kids booth will be available in the Exhibit Hall to display Clover Kids exhibits. 4. 4-H'ers can exhibit only in the categories listed below: 1) Clover Kids – K-3 2) Junior – Grades 4, 5, & 6; 3) Intermediate – Grades 7 & 8; 4) Senior – Grades 9, 10, 11, & 12 6. All Fayette County 4-H exhibitors must purchase a 4-H/FFA Exhibitor’s Ticket for $5. This ticket will get exhibitors onto the fairgrounds each day. 7. Alcoholic beverages, including beer, shall not be consumed or carried about in any area not designated for such purpose. 8. Entries can be any exhibit by an individual or group that is an outgrowth from an Extension education program related to the specific class. 4-H participants in 4-H special interest and school enrichment programs and/or 4-H community clubs in grades 4-12, or equivalent are eligible to exhibit at the Fayette County Fair. Exhibits might be, but are not limited to, an actual product, poster, display box, report, notebook, model, videotape, audio cassette, etc. Fair exhibits may be part of school work if the 4-H’er has set goals that were accomplished by both classroom assignment and an outgrowth of a 4-H project goal. It must be entered under the class number for the oldest participant. The exhibit is to be an outgrowth of work done to accomplish a goal(s) determined by the member or group during the current 4-H year. 9. Exhibitors must be enrolled in the project. EXCEPTION: Fayette County exhibitors do not need to be enrolled in Communications, Clothing Selection, or Issues, to participate, but must turn in a fair entry (See General Rule #4) 10. 4-H’ers are responsible for labeling each of their exhibits with the official county fair tags which are available from their 4-H leader. Each piece of an exhibit must be labeled with the name of the exhibitor, club name, description, division, class number, and county. 11. Exhibits are due on the fairgrounds for judging at a time and place established each year by county Extension staff. Leaders will be notified of their club’s judging time and place. 12. Conference Judging will be held for 4-H Family and Consumer Sciences; Expressive Arts; Mechanics and Engineering; Personal Development; Agriculture, Horticulture, and Natural Resources Departments; and Clover Kids. Parents may observe conference judging but are requested not to become actively involved. Conference judging is for the purpose of the exhibitor’s growth. The 4-H’ers goal and applicable exhibit standards will form the basis of the evaluation process. Evaluation criteria will include demonstrated learning, workmanship and techniques, and general appearance and design. 13. 2008 dates for judging are as follows: 1) June 30 – Foods Fair; Communications/Clothing Selection/Fashion Revue Judging; 2) July 18 – Non-Livestock Conference Judging. 14. Exhibitors should wear clothing that shows their pride in 4-H. 4-H exhibitor t-shirts will be mandatory during all judging, except in classes which require specific clothing. 15. Exhibits may be judged only once. If this rule is broken, ribbon and premium money will be forfeited. 16. Any exhibit not meeting criteria described for that class shall be lowered one ribbon placing automatically. 17. A 4-H’er may reuse a part of a fair exhibit in the next 4-H year(s) if the goals of the project are new and different. e.g. 2004 learn to refinish a wooden chair, 2005 learn to re-cane the seat of that chair, 2006 use the chair as part of a room plan, 2007 use as an article of family historical significance, 2008 create a fabric covering for the chair to change it’s looks and coordination in a new room. 18. Duplication of copyright material should not be used in a 4-H exhibit that is presented as original work by the exhibitor. A copyright design cannot be displayed in a public setting (fair) without permission being granted by the owner of the copyright. When permission has been granted by the owner of the copyright, the exhibit will be displayed and labeled properly. Those without permission can not be displayed. 19. Due to security, we discourage 4-H’ers from sending items that have special meaning and historical value as the exhibit or part of the exhibit. We will use diligence to insure the safety of articles entered for exhibition after their arrival and placement, but will not be responsible for damage or loss due to fire, theft, etc. 20. Exhibitors will be awarded premiums on the basis of: White ($1), Red ($2), Blue and/or small Purple ($3), State Fair ($4). Small purple ribbons are awarded to outstanding exhibits, and are considered for State Fair for 4-H'ers in grades 5-12. 21. The total premiums offered for 4-H Family & Consumer Sciences, Expressive Arts, Mechanics and Engineering, Personal Development, Communications, and Agriculture, Horticulture, and Natural Resources departments is $2,000.00. Earned premium money will be handed out during judging. 22. Release times for all exhibits in the 4-H building will be 9 p.m. on Saturday, July 26 and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday, July 27. NO EXCEPTIONS. 4-H'ers are responsible for picking up their own exhibits or arranging for someone to do so for them. 23. The Fayette County Fair Board, 4-H leaders, volunteer helpers, County 4-H Council or County Extension personnel will not be responsible for damaged or lost exhibits. 24. We strongly encourage each club to hold an achievement show or club tour either on their own or with another club to evaluate the 4-H'ers exhibits prior to county fair. 25. Every club that has a booth(s) is encouraged to have a 4-H educational display in their booth to accompany their exhibits. “Working to Spice Up the Fayette County Fair", is the theme for the fair booths at the 2008 Fayette County Fair. The booths will be judged by an out of county judge. There will be $25-1st Place prize, a $15-2nd Place prize, and a $10-3rd Place prize. 26. All 4-H'ers with speeches, demonstrations, presentations, essays, or poster exhibits related to the dairy industry are encouraged to enter them in the 2008 Youth Dairy Classic Communications event to be held in September at the Fayette County Fairgrounds. Please contact the Extension Office for more information. 27. Exhibits which do not comply with class description, size guidelines, copyright, safety and approved methods will not be accepted for entry, evaluation, or display at the Fayette County Fair or Iowa State Fair. 28. EXHIBIT EXPLANATION SHEETS OR FOLDERS – Minimum requirement for ALL Departments and Divisions. All exhibitors must fill out an Exhibit Explanation Sheet for each exhibit. Photography has a special Exhibit Explanation Sheet which must be filled out for each photograph. Exhibit Explanation Sheets are available from your 4-H leader or from the Extension Office. · Many classes give suggestions for exhibits. These are included as ideas, please don't limit yourselves to these suggestions. · Information asked for on the Exhibit Explanation Sheet is meant to be brief. Members must share their Exhibit Explanation Sheet with their judge. · If an exhibit is selected to go on the 4-H State Fair judging, a member's Exhibit Explanation Sheet will need to be rewritten and/or expanded to meet State Fair rules. · Exhibit Explanation Sheets ask the following questions: 1. What was your exhibit goal(s)? 2. How did you go about working toward your goal(s)? 3. What were the most important things you learned as you worked toward your goal(s)? 4. What would like to do in this project area next year? 30. Helps for 4-H'ers preparing fair exhibits: · An exhibit is an object or objects. Examples include, but are not limited to; a plate of cookies, a sewn garment, or a refinished chair. · A poster must meet size limits. A poster should have readability and margins. Check with the Extension Office for further helps with posters. · A display means organizing the parts of the project into some type of box or container that gives the parts a framework from which to be seen, read, or viewed. · A folder has detailed information about the exhibit. Examples include: before and after pictures of furniture refinishing, costs of supplies, time spent, etc. · Video projects or other explanations are limited to 10 minutes. 31. Poster and Display Maximum Dimensions: · Posters and banners are not to exceed 22" x 28" or foam core board size of 22" x 30" (Exception: See Communications Poster Art Division Rules) · Chart boards, graph boards, project presentation boards, and model displays are not to exceed 4' x 4'. Maximum size is determined by measuring the flat (unfolded) dimensions. Display boxes are not to exceed 28" x 22" in height or width and 12” in depth. (Exception: Food & Nutrition, see Division Rules) 32. Endangered and threatened plants and animals (includes insects) should NOT be used in any exhibit. Wildflowers taken from parks should NOT be used. It is illegal to possess songbird feathers or nests including hawks, owls, eagles, etc. Game animals "legally taken", such as pheasant, goose, duck, or quail are acceptable. Purple loosestife (Lythrum salicaria) are plants that should not be planted in gardens. It has the potential of becoming noxious in Iowa. Other dried established noxious weeds are acceptable to use in exhibits. 33. All exhibits, activities, and programs must represent appropriate safety procedures in the development of the exhibit and during the evaluation process. This includes static exhibits and activities revolving around the communications program. 34. FFA members having non-livestock projects judged during the county fair must notify their advisor before the end of the school year to obtain the correct number of project labels and goal sheets. These will be required with all projects to earn a ribbon and premium. Due to several FFA chapters being located in multiple counties, a reminder that projects can only be exhibited in one county. FFA exhibits will not be eligible to be selected for State Fair.
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1. All Fayette County General 4-H Rules and Regulations apply. 2. All exhibitors are responsible to read and comply with the Iowa State Fair General Exhibit Rules for the exhibit to be eligible for Iowa State Fair competition. Entries can be any exhibit by an individual or group that is an outgrowth from an Extension education program related to the (specific) class. 4-H participants in 4-H special interest and school enrichment programs and/or 4-H community clubs in grades 5-12, or equivalent, are eligible to exhibit in the following departments. The exhibit is to be an outgrowth of work done to accomplish a goal(s) determined by the member or group during the current 4-H year. 3. Exhibits that will represent Fayette County at State Fair will be chosen by the judges during judging day within the limits and criteria set by the State 4-H Office. 4. 4-H’ers who have completed grades 5-12 (or that equivalent) are eligible to exhibit at State Fair if their exhibit receives a small purple ribbon AND is selected by the judges. 5. Any 4-H'er who has an exhibit considered for State Fair should be available for recognition when State Fair exhibits are announced. The time should be approximately 4 p.m. on Friday, July 18. 6. Transportation of extremely large exhibits chosen for State Fair will be the responsibility of the exhibitor. Problems concerning transportation will be left to the discretion of the county Extension staff. 7. Two alternate exhibits in Family & Consumer Sciences; Expressive Arts; Mechanics and Engineering; Personal Development; and Agriculture, Horticulture, and Natural Resources will be selected and transported to State Fair in the event the first choices cannot participate. 8. See Food & Nutrition Division Rules for State Fair rules regarding preserved and prepared food safety. 9. Exhibits which do not comply with class description, size guidelines, copyright, safety and approved methods will not be accepted for entry, evaluation, or display at the Iowa State Fair. |
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DEPARTMENT O - 4-H AGRICULTURE, HORTICULTURE, AND NATURAL RESOURCES Department Rules: 1. All exhibitors are responsible to read and comply with the Fayette County Fair 4-H General Exhibit Rules and Regulations for the exhibit to be eligible for Fayette County Fair competition. 2. Conference Judging will be held on Friday, July 18. 3. Horticulture exhibits must come from the 4-H'ers garden or orchard. 4. All horticulture exhibits must be labeled including the following information: class number, variety, club, name, and grade of exhibitor.
DIVISION AG AGRONOMY Classes: 701A Crop Production – Any exhibit which is an outgrowth of participation in a corn, soybean, small grain, or forage project or program. If the exhibit involves a crop specimen, include the variety and planting date. Exhibit topics might include, but are not limited to, variety selection, plant growth, planting, plant nutrition, weed, insect, or disease control, environmental protection, harvesting, storage, marketing, or career opportunities.
DIVISION AS ANIMAL SCIENCE Classes: 101A Animal Science – Any exhibit (excluding an animal itself) that is an outgrowth of a small or large animal project or program including beef, dairy, goat, dog, horse, pets, poultry, rabbit, sheep, swine, and bucket/bottle calf. Ownership of an animal is not required for entry in this class. Exhibit topics might include, but are not limited to, selection, feeding, financial management, waste management, use of records, health care, housing, or career opportunities. A 4-H'er may choose one or more animal science projects from which they are enrolled.
DIVISION EB ENTOMOLOGY AND BEES Classes: 221A Entomology – A general or special collection, from an entomology or bee project (excluding live specimen), or any exhibit that is an outgrowth of an entomology or bee project or program such as life cycle, bee management, products (honey, wax), equipment, diseases, pests, habits of insects, insect genetics, IPM scouting, etc.
DIVISION FO FORESTRY 706A Forestry - Leaf or Seed Collection – General or special collection (leaves, seeds, etc.)
706B Forestry – Any exhibit which is an outgrowth of participation in a forestry project or program such as insect or disease control, growth stages, type of tree for intended use, etc.
HORTICULTURE DIVISION HO GENERAL HORTICULTURE Division Rules
1. All General 4-H Rules and Regulations and Agriculture, Horticulture, and Natural Resources Department Rules apply. 2. Flower garden exhibits are to be displayed as one stem or spray of a variety of flowers – glads, zinnias, petunias, marigolds, etc. Clear glass pop bottles are a standard container for this class, but not necessary. Exhibits will be judged on horticulture qualities such as condition, form, texture, bloom and conformity to the class description. 3. Exhibitors may have three entries in Class 270 and two in each of the remaining flower garden and plant classes.
Classes: 711A Horticulture – Any exhibit which is an outgrowth of participation in flower gardening and ornamentals, home garden, small fruit crop, and vegetable crop project or program. Exhibits might include such ideas or concepts as cultivar selection, plant nutrition, insect, weed, or disease control, harvesting, preservation, marketing, careers, etc. To exhibit vegetable specimen (project), flowers, or potted house plants, refer to the classes below.
711B Home Grounds Improvement – An exhibit which is an outgrowth of participation in a home grounds improvement project or program. Exhibits might include ideas or concepts such as landscape plans, techniques, selection of landscape plants, garden design, garden features, careers, etc.
270 Flower Garden & Plants – One variety of flowers.
271A Flower Garden & Plants – An arrangement of live flowers for use as a centerpiece for table or buffet arrangement.
272 Flower Garden & Plants – Potted House Plant – Can be a hanging plant. Must be 4-H’ers own selection. 4-H’er must explain, on a 3”x5” card, where and how potted plant is displayed in home. Also include lighting, water, or special instructions.
1050 Fruits – Any exhibit which is an outgrowth of the horticulture fruit project which includes, but is not limited to: a poster, display, or folder on strawberries, red or black raspberries, grapes, plums, apples, or cherries.
HORTICULTURE DIVISION VG VEGETABLE GARDEN Division Rules:
1. All General 4-H Rules and Regulations and 4-H Agriculture, Horticulture, and Natural Resources Department Rules apply. 2. Vegetable garden display should show three different kinds (not varieties) of vegetables. Place display in box, tray, or basket. 3. All vegetables exhibited are to be prepared according to the "Harvesting and Preparing Vegetables for Exhibit" (Pm 616) bulletin. Preparation not in accordance with Pm 616 will be discounted one ribbon placing. 4. Exhibitors may have one entry in class 260 and three in class 261.
Classes: 260 Vegetable Garden Display – A collection of 3 different vegetables from the list below. The numbers given indicate the quantity of each vegetable required for the exhibit. Examples include, but are not limited to:
2 ears of sweet corn 5 onions 1 head cauliflower 3 tomatoes 3 beets 3 potatoes 3 carrots 1 eggplant 6 pods lima beans 3 turnips 1 pumpkin 2 kohlrabi 1 watermelon 6 pods peas 2 peppers 2 squash 5 radishes 2 cucumbers 3 stalks rhubarb 1 head cabbage 1 head Chinese cabbage 6 pods green beans 261 One Kind of Vegetable – See above for quantity of vegetables suggested for exhibit.
300-303 Jumbo Vegetables – The vegetables in the following classes will be placed and awarded premiums on the basis of weight as ascertained by the official Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship. Entries must be of exhibition quality in the opinion of the official judge.
300 Tomato, 1 specimen 301 Potato, 1 specimen 302 Pumpkin (woody stem), 1 specimen 303 Squash (fleshy stem), 1 specimen
304 Herb Collection – Collection of 4 herb species to be displayed in separate bottles of water. Specimens should include 3 springs with stems of adequate length for each species. Collection MUST include individual herb species information.
DIVISION NR NATURAL RESOURCES
Classes:
211A Conservation – Any exhibit that is an outgrowth of a conservation project or program such as soil conservation, creating habitats, wetland restoration, energy conservation, planting windbreaks, etc.
741A Plant Science – Any exhibit which is an outgrowth of a plant science project or program such as collections, plant growth, plant parts, soil structure, soil maps, germination, cross breeding, root systems, etc.
DIVISION OA OUTDOOR ADVENTURES AND CAMPING
865A Outdoor Adventures and Camping – Any exhibit which is an outgrowth of participation in an outdoor adventure or camping project or program such as camper safety, fire building, rainy day activities, outdoor cooking, day camp plan, selecting camping equipment, equipping a backpack, resource file of camping activities, orienteering, outdoor ethics, etc.
DIVISION VS VETERINARY SCIENCE
Classes: 231A Veterinary Science – Any exhibit which is an outgrowth of a veterinary science project or program such as maintaining health, cause and prevention of disease, internal parasites, public health, careers, etc.
DIVISION WL WILDLIFE
Classes: 911A Fish and Wildlife – Any exhibit that is an outgrowth of participation in the wildlife project or program such as fish and wildlife identification, observation, habitats, fish and wildlife harvest, other activities, etc.
880A Safety and Education in Shooting Sports – Any exhibit which is an outgrowth of participation in a SESS project or program such as archery, rifle, shotgun, muzzle loader, etc. Topics may include selection of equipment, record keeping in scoring, safety practices, care and storage of equipment, ethics, etc.
301A Other Agriculture and Natural Resources Ideas – Any other exhibit that is an outgrowth of a 4-H agriculture and natural resources project or educational experience that does not fit in any previous class listed.
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Department Rules: 1. All exhibitors are responsible to read and comply with the Fayette County Fair 4-H General Exhibit Rules and Regulations for the exhibit to be eligible for Fayette County Fair competition. 2. 4-H'ERS DO NOT NEED TO BE ENROLLED IN A PROJECT TO PARTICIPATE IN ANY OF THE CLASSES IN THIS DEPARTMENT. A communications entry must be turned in by June 13. (See General Rule #4) 3. Presenters are expected to comply with all copyright/trademark regulations. Copyrighted material may not be distributed without permission. 4. Educational Presentations, Share the Fun, Working Exhibits, and Extemporaneous Speaking Contest will be judged June 30. Specific judging times will be sent to participants after the June 13 entry day. 5. Participation for Fayette County State Fair Communications entries is limited to Sunday, August 10, Monday, August 11, Friday, August 15, and Saturday, August 16. 6. All 4-H'ers with speeches, demonstrations, presentations, essays, or poster exhibits related to the dairy industry are encouraged to enter them in the 2008 Youth Dairy Classic Communications event to be held in September at the Fayette County Fairgrounds. Please contact the Extension Office for more information.
DIVISION EP EDUCATIONAL PRESENTATIONS
This component of the 4-H communications program is an opportunity for 4-H’ers to demonstrate their communication skills by presenting knowledge, information, or process to gain a desired response from the audience. The topic selected by a 4-H’er should be an outgrowth of his/her 4-H experience.
Division Rules:
1. All General 4-H Rules and Regulations and 4-H Communications Department Rules apply. 2. All 4-H'ers are eligible to participate at the county level. See Rule 3 of the 4-H Communication Department Rules 3. Educational presentations may be given by one or more 4-H’ers. Teams consisting of youth in mixed grades must be entered in the class of the member in the highest grade level. (A team with a 5th grader and an 8th grader must be entered in the Intermediate/Senior class. The topic of the presentation should determine its length, but must not exceed 20 minutes. Junior presentations should not exceed 15 minutes. 4. Fayette County can send 6 educational presentations to the Iowa State Fair. A 4-H member may participate in only one educational presentation per year at the Iowa State Fair. 5. Presenters are expected to comply with all copyright/trademark regulations. Copyrighted material may not be distributed without permission. 6. 4-H’ers giving presentations involving food must be concerned about safe handling of the food they are using. 4-H’ers should use sanitary and safe procedures and methods at all times. This is tremendously important if samples are available to the viewing public. Appropriate storage of the food items and the sanitary handling of the food must be demonstrated by the 4-H’ers. Plastic gloves and hairnets are just a couple items that should be considered and used as appropriate.
Classes: 811D Junior Educational Presentations – To be eligible to participate, youth must have completed 4th-6th grades in 2008.
811E Intermediate or Senior Educational Presentation – To be eligible to participate, youth must have completed 7th-12th grade in 2008.
DIVISION ES 4-H EXTEMPORANEOUS SPEAKING PROGRAM
This program is designed to encourage the development of the communication life skill through enhancing the ability to think, to organize, to speak, and to answer questions readily by participating 4-H'ers before an audience.
Division Rules:
1. Fayette County can send two participants to State Fair. 2. Participants must be senior aged 4-H'ers – completed 9th through 12th grade (or that equivalent) in 2008. 3. Program format: (a) Each participant will select one of the available topics thirty minutes before the program. The selected topics may not be available to the other participants. The general nature of the topics will be related to 4-H. (b) A preparation room will be used with one participant admitted initially and one additional participant admitted each ten minutes as the program progresses. A participant may not leave the preparation room until it is time to speak, nor may the participant receive help from a parent, leader, other adult, or any other youth. Each participant will have 30 minutes preparation time. (c) All reference material will be screened by a program official on the following basis: · Participants may bring his/her own books, magazines, or newspaper clippings for reference during the thirty minutes of preparation. · Reference materials must be printed materials such as books or magazines (cannot be notes, outlines, or speeches prepared by the participant or by another person for the purpose of use for this program). · Each speech shall be the result of the 4-H'ers own effort using approved reference material which participant must provide. No other assistance may be provided. Plain 3"x 5" note cards will be provided. · Only notes made during the preparation time may be used. · Each speech shall be not less than four or more than six minutes with five minutes additional time allowed for related questions which shall be asked by the judge. The participant will be given a warning after the first five minutes of his/her speech. · Each participant will be introduced and the participant will be expected to introduce his/her speech by title only. · Participants are not permitted to use any props, gadgets, posters, or audiovisuals of any sort. (d) Speeches will be evaluated on the following criteria: · Content related to topic · Knowledge of the subject · Organization of material · Power of expression · Voice · Stage presence · General effect · Response to questions (e) A judge's critique/conference with each participant will be included as part of the program.
Classes:
811F Extemporaneous Speaking Program – Senior 4-H'ers
DIVISION NP 4-H POSTER COMMUNICATION
This component of the 4-H communications program is to provide the opportunity for 4-H'ers to communicate to the public using the non-verbal form of communication on a poster. The objective of this class is to provide the opportunity for 4-H'ers to tell a story or idea visually about 4-H to the general public.
Division Rules:
1. All General 4-H Rules and Regulations and 4-H Communications Department Rules apply. 2. Two entries in this class may advance to State Fair. One poster per 4-H’er may be entered in this class. 3. Posters must be designed on, or affixed to, standard poster board or foam core board – size minimum of 14"x 20" with a maximum of 15”x 22”. Posters may be vertical or horizontal. Posters may be any medium: watercolor, ink, crayon, acrylic, charcoal, oils, collage. Posters cannot be 3-dimensional. Materials used to make the poster may not extend more than 1/8 inch above the poster or foam core board. 3. Posters cannot incorporate copyright material or exact copies of other promotional designs, such as the Iowa 4-H Conference theme logo. The 4-H clover is a protected emblem. 4-H'ers can include the clover, but do not copy/print other material over the 4-H clover. 4. Each poster should have a completed Poster Exhibit Entry Form attached to the back. 5. The themes for "Communicating through 4-H Posters" are: a. 4-H is...(open to 4-H'ers interpretation) b. Join 4-H c. “Ignite the Flame" (2008 Iowa Youth & 4-H Conference Theme) d. “U Gotta Love It” (2008 Iowa State Fair Theme) 6. 4-H posters will be judged during Non-Livestock Judging Day on Friday, July 18.
Classes:
811J 4-H Poster
DIVISION ST SHARE THE FUN
This component of the 4-H communications program is to provide the opportunity for 4-H’ers to perform before an audience purely for the sake of enjoyment. To provide a program that will help us broaden the image of 4-H keeping current 4-H’ers enrolled and inviting new ones to take a look.
Division Rules:
1. All General 4-H Rules & Regulations and Communications Department Rules apply. 2. Skits, songs, stunts, short one-act plays, dances (folk, square, modern, tap), plus other entertainment will be acceptable. 3. Share-the-Fun acts must not exceed 8 minutes in length. 4. Members may be asked to do their Share the Fun at other events. 5. All age groups are eligible for county presentation. Three entries may go to State Fair. If a whole group or club is participating at least 80% must have completed the 5th-12th grade in 2008.
Classes:
811G Share the Fun
DIVISION WE WORKING EXHIBITS
This component of the 4-H communications program is to provide an opportunity for 4-H’ers to communicate and interact with the audience in an informal way. The topic selected by the 4-H’er should be an outgrowth of his/her 4-H experience.
Division Rules:
1. All General 4-H Rules and Regulations and Communications Department Rules apply. 2. Many stages of the exhibit or product should be ready so that any step can be discussed with the audience. 3. The best subjects involve action by the 4-H'ers or involve the audience in some doing, feeling, tasting, smelling, or judging. 4. It is important that the subject used in the Working Exhibit is of interest to a broad audience. 5. Working Exhibits may be given by one or more 4-H’ers. Teams consisting of youth of mixed grades must be entered in the class of the member in the highest grade level. (A team with a 5th grader and an 8th grader must be entered in the intermediate/senior class.) Intermediate/senior Working Exhibits will be scheduled for a 45 minute period. Junior Working Exhibits will be scheduled for a 25 minute period. 6. Presenters are expected to comply with all copyright/trademark regulations. Copyrighted material may not be distributed without permission. 7. 4-H’ers doing working exhibits that involve food must be concerned for the safety of the food that they are using. 4-H’ers should use sanitary and safe procedures and methods at all times. This is tremendously important if samples are available to the viewing public. Appropriate storage of food items and the sanitary handling of the food must be demonstrated by the 4-H’er. Plastic gloves and hair nets are just a couple of items that should be considered and used as appropriate. 8. Four working exhibits from Fayette County may advance to the State Fair. A 4-H member may participate in only on working exhibit per year at the Iowa State Fair. 9. Members may be asked to repeat their working exhibit during fair week.
Classes:
811H Junior Working Exhibit – To be eligible to participate, youth must have completed 4th or 6th grades in 2008.
811I Intermediate & Senior Working Exhibit – To be eligible to participate, youth must have completed 7th-12th grade in 2008. |
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DEPARTMENT Q - 4-H EXPRESSIVE ARTS Department Rules: 1. All exhibitors are responsible to read and comply with the Fayette County Fair 4-H General Exhibit Rules and Regulations for the exhibit to be eligible for Fayette County Fair competition. 2. Conference Judging is on Friday, July 18 the Dance Pavilion.
DIVISION PH PHOTOGRAPHY Division Rules:
1. All General 4-H Rules and Regulations and Expressive Arts Department Rules apply. 2. Photographs may be either black and white or color. Photographs may be processed from negatives, slides, or digital cameras and computer manipulation programs. Photographs exhibited must have been taken during the current 4-H year. 3. If photos are enlarged, it is recommended that the original be attached to the back of the mat, mount, or photo. 4. If photos are mounted, they can be (a) flush-mounted (no mounting board showing) on a mounting board, or (b) with mount borders (window mat or flat mount directly on board). Exhibitors may cut their own mounting boards, use inexpensive ready-cut window mats, or have matting done professionally. In all cases 4-H'ers are responsible for design decisions such as border width, color, and size. Framed photos, including floating frames, will not be judged. 5. If photos are not mounted, they may be exhibited in clear plastic covering such as photo album pages. 6. A series is a group of photos or slides that are related or tell a step-by-step story. Photos must be mounted as one unit in story order. Slides should be numbered and displayed in sequence. Slides should have exhibitor's name and county on the slide frame. Slide entries should be placed in plastic slide sleeves or other protection. 7. All photos regardless of size, matting or mounting must have a 4-H Photography Exhibit Label completed and attached to each photo exhibit entry. This is available from your 4-H leader or the Extension Office. 8. Judges reserve the right to advise members on changing mat or mount colors in class 851A if the photo is selected for State Fair. The member must make the decision to accept or disregard those recommendations before the photo is taken for State Fair judging. 9. Captions are optional. If used, they should be short. 10. Evaluation of all photos is based on overall impact or appeal which includes such factors as: a. Composition b. Story-telling ability (if it is the photo's purpose to tell a story) c. Subject matter d. Lighting (artificial or natural) 11. All decisions of the judges are final. 12. All members may "crop" their own photos or have them commercially "cropped". If any cropping is done, members are to have the original photo and the pieces they cropped off to show the judge why cropping improved the photo. 13. 4-H members may enter a maximum of 5 exhibits in the Photography Department.
Classes: Class entries may include, but are not limited to the following subjects: people, landscape, animals, flowers, buildings, summer, fall, winter, spring, portrait, still life, product advertisement, environmental, and wildlife.
851A Mounted Photograph or Series – Individual or series photos where the exhibited photo is at least 5x7 inches (the standard 5 x 7 print). Larger photos may be cropped if necessary for better composition, but no smaller than 5x7 inches. Series entries should consist of three to five photos (each 5x7 minimum) mounted as one piece. Mounting is required for all entries in this class. Use of standard commercial photo mats is acceptable provided that exposed area of photo is not less than 4 ½ by 6 ½ inches. (See Photography Division Rule 4 for mounting suggestions.)
851B Single Photograph or Series – A photo of any size may be considered in this class. There is no minimum size. Series entries should include three to five photos. If the series is mounted, it should be done as one piece. See Photography Division Rules 4-6 for exhibit suggestions.
851C Contemporary/Creative Photography – A photograph that is understood to be a creative, imaginative, or experimental departure from realism. Examples of contemporary/creative photography may include: abstracts, derivations, distortions, black light, bas-relief, diazochrome, posterization, solarization, multiple exposures, montages, kodalith, multiple images with trick lenses and similar processes.
Special exhibit requirements for Class 851 C: · Photograph must be mounted but not framed. · Photo exhibit label must be attached to the back of the exhibit. · A detailed report must be attached clearly stating the process used to achieve the desired effect. Each step and materials or equipment used must be included in this report. · Where possible, a copy of the photo before manipulation should be included with the report.
851D Photography Idea – This class is designed for creative photography and experiments that do not fit into the previous classes. Photos or educational displays in this class may make use of creative camera techniques, darkroom techniques, mounting and exhibiting techniques, or computer enhancement, just to name a few possibilities. Above all, creativity and originality are valued. If exhibit is a photo or collage of photos, it must not be framed and must have the photo exhibit label.
851E Diversified Photo Album – Exhibits should include 8-12 photos from at least four of the following categories: landscape, people, animal, still life, plant life, seasonal. This class does not qualify for the Iowa State Fair.
DIVISION VA VISUAL ARTS Division Rules:
1. All General 4-H Rules and Regulations and Expressive Arts Department Rules apply. 2. Articles made from kits or preformed molds will be acceptable from any 4-H'er, in any age division for judging at the county level. However, articles made from kits or preformed molds will not be accepted for state fair consideration – Exception: See Class 821B #2. Kits are defined as any prepackaged item where the manufacturer predetermines the materials and the design. Examples of kits or preformed molds would be purchased greenware or whiteware. 3. If the exhibit results in a finished art product, you must include the picture of the source of the design, the design sketches, or process for creating the design. (This might include cut paper designs, sketches, a piece of tree bark, doodles, magazine pictures (identify the magazine and issue). 4. Copyright logos, designs, or trademark materials should not be used for visual art exhibits on public display at a fair or other setting without written permission. If written permission has been obtained for an exhibit in the technique class, it should be included in the written support materials of this exhibit. For display purposes, exhibits will then be labeled "Copyright permission granted". These materials are never appropriate for the Original Art class. You do not need to request permission to use the 4-H emblem. This is granted to you as a member of the 4-H program, as long as you are not making money from its use. 5. The written description of the exhibit must identify the design element(s) and/or art principle(s) used in this particular exhibit and how it is used. (Example: "I used the primary colors of red, blue, and yellow to emphasize the geometric shapes" not just "the element I used was color".) Design elements are line, shape, color, texture, and space described in the project manual "Celebrate Art, Unit 1, pages 11-13. Principles of design are rhythm, proportion, emphasis, balance, and unity described in the project manual "Art in Your Future", Unit 2, pages 10-14. Also refer to publications 4H-633 Color and 4H-634 Design, Exploring the Elements and Principles. 6. A member enrolled in visual arts may have up to 20 exhibits in this division; each exhibit must have a different goal.
Classes:
821A Original Art – Original art should be an exhibit that has a design unique to you. By using one medium or a combination, an individual creates an object that is not recognizable as another's work. Trademarks, logos, and other copyrighted images cannot be original since some other artist has already designed and created it. You must identify and explain the application of the design element(s) and art principle(s) featured in this exhibit and describe or explain the source of the design.
Does one or more of the following questions help describe what your exhibit is about? If it sounds like your exhibit, it should probably be in the original art class.
1. Did your idea come from something you thought up, the placement of geometric shapes, or something viewed in nature? 2. Did you see a design, magazine picture, painting, etc., that gave you an idea and you made major changes to that idea? (Include the source of design and explain the major changes.) You know it is a major change if you quickly look at your original source and your exhibit and they DO NOT seem similar. 3. Did you create your exhibit by observing things around you like looking at a still life or from a photograph you took of a scene? 4. Are the people in your exhibit (drawing, painting) ones you observed, studied, sketched, or photographed and not people you saw in a magazine or other photograph? (If the person is identifiable from your picture, did you request their permission to use them in your art work?)
821B Design and/or Technique Exploration – This exploration class is an exhibit that provides an individual the opportunity to explore a new medium, practice a skill, or study a design element or art principle. An explanation of the application of design elements or art principles used when making the exhibit must be included. This exhibit may be an object, portfolio, display, poster, or organized sketch book. If a non-original design source was used, it's origin (where the idea was found, any pictures, sketches, etc.) must still be credited. Logos, trademarks, pictures, or designs that are copyrighted may only be used if permission for this specific use has been granted from an authorized authority. The written permission must be included in the support materials provided with the exhibit or the piece is not legal for public display and will be disqualified. For display purposes, those exhibits with written permission will be labeled "Copyright permission granted".
In this class: 1. Directions may be used to make the exhibit (basket weave pattern, quilt pattern, process instructions, i.e. tie dying). Include the source of instructions or copy of the instructions. In your write-up be sure to focus on the design elements or art principles used in making decisions to develop the exhibit. 2. It may be a process evaluation shown by examples that demonstrate a different step of the process needed to complete a finished product. This process evaluation is the only acceptable place to exhibit portions of greenware or whiteware to provide the appropriate surface to illustrate the process techniques being explored. Processes could include glazes, paint blending, surface preparation to the final product. A finished product will only be used in the evaluation to determine level of accomplishment of the goal. 3. A portfolio showing several examples of practicing techniques of a medium where you used design ideas from photos, magazines, or pictures. You must credit the sources of design ideas. 4. You may use a series of rubber stamps, stencils, etc. to create a design, develop technique or study color and texture. Detailed explanation of the use of the design elements/art principles is required. 5. Create a picture while practicing and improving your technique(s) of drawing, shading, blending, etc. The write-up focuses on the techniques practiced to demonstrate skills in applying the design elements and/or art principles.
821C Other Visual Art Topics – Exhibits might include study on an individual artist, style, craft business or marketing process, planning group tour, career options, etc.
821D Exhibits Made From Kits or Preformed Molds – Includes exhibits made from patterns where the member uses colors or materials suggested with the pattern or when members change colors or materials (ribbon instead of fringe, cotton instead of wool) used in making the exhibit. Not eligible for state fair consideration. |
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DEPARTMENT R - FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES Department Rules:
1. All exhibitors are responsible to read and comply with the Fayette County Fair 4-H General Exhibit Rules and Regulations for the exhibit to be eligible for Fayette County Fair competition. 2. Conference Judging will be Friday, July 18 in the Dance Pavilion.
DIVISION CD 4-H CHILD DEVELOPMENT
Division Rules:
1. All General 4-H Rules and Regulations and Family and Consumer Sciences Department Rules apply. 2. A 4-H'er may have up to 10 exhibits in this division.
Classes:
501A Child Development – Educational display or other type of exhibit relating to a child development project or program, such as age appropriate games and toys, original stories, babysitting, toy safety, positive guidance and discipline, kids with special needs, careers, etc. Exhibit information should include what you have learned 1) about yourself and/or; 2) about children while creating and using this exhibit; or 3) what the child gained or learned from use of the item in the exhibit.
DIVISION CL 4-H CLOTHING
Division Rules:
1. All General 4-H Rules and Regulations and Family and Consumer Sciences Department Rules apply. 2. The design elements are: line, shape, color, texture, and space. The art principles are: rhythm, proportion, emphasis, balance, and unity. When application of design elements and art principles must be explained, the following guidelines shall be used: a) members in grades 4-6 are responsible only for application of the design element line or color, b) members in grades 7-8 are responsible only for application of two design elements, and c) members in grades 9-12 are responsible only for application of at least one design element and at least one principle of design. 3. Entry tags on garment must be pinned on with small safety pins. 4. Permanent care labeling must be sewn into each clothing article in an appropriate, inconspicuous place. 5. Label each article, including each separate piece (belt, scarf, etc.), with a piece of white fabric on which is printed the county, exhibitor's club, division, class number, name, and address. These labels must be stitched or pressed to the inside of the garment as follows: Dresses, jumpers, blouses, coats, jackets, sleeping garment – back of the neck or collar; skirts, slacks, shorts, pajama bottoms, etc. – on the waistline; other garments and small articles – on hem or another inconspicuous place. 6. Garments may have been worn before showing but must be laundered or dry cleaned before being exhibited. 7. Garments may be made or selected for someone other than exhibitor. Doll clothes are acceptable for county judging. 8. 4-H'er may exhibit a maximum of 15 articles.
Classes:
511A Clothing Design and Creative Sewing – Classes include, but are not limited to, constructed garments or accessories; design illustrations; sketches, models, etc.; modified, designed, or recycled garments; making a garment that enhances the way you or others look, design, or sew for others, etc. Application of design elements and art principles must be explained when appropriate.
511B Choosing Clothing and Learning About Fabrics – Includes, but are not limited to, purchased garments or accessories; textile fiber or fabric characteristics; choosing clothing or accessories to enhance the way you or others look; etc. (Include only one shoe, earring, etc. it part of the exhibit.) Application of design elements and art principles must be explained when appropriate.
511C Clothing Safety and Care – Includes, but not limited to, decisions about clothes for sports, temperature control and protection, laundry experiences, clothing care, etc.
511D Other Clothing and Sewing Ideas - Any other exhibit which is an outgrowth of 4-H textile and clothing educational experience. Could include but not restricted to: 1) exploration of ethnic or historical clothing; 2) dress as a means of expression, 3) clothes for special needs of handicapped, elderly, children; 4) cultural expression through clothes; 5) career or processes in the textile and/or apparel industry; 6) decorative processes such as textile dying, printing, embroidery, knitting, or quilting; or 7) construction of household textiles. The exhibit may be an object, notebook, or poster. Application of design elements and art principles must be explained when appropriate.
DIVISION CM 4-H CONSUMER MANAGEMENT
Division Rules:
1. All General 4-H Rules and Regulations and Family and Consumer Sciences Department Rules apply. 2. A 4-H'er may have a total of 5 exhibits in this division.
The process of learning about yourself while making decisions as a consumer is an important part of the project. The exhibit should demonstrate use of the decision-making model as described in project materials. An exhibit might include some of the following examples and/or other learnings from the project. Examples include games, stories, computer programs, photographs, displays, notebooks, videos, etc.
Classes:
541A Spending Plans and Record Keeping · Track your spending (account books, computer records, envelope systems, checkbook records, etc.) · Set up family record keeping system. · Survey peer spending habits (allowances, video arcades, clothing, food, etc.) · Track your 4-H project(s) spending (livestock records, photographs, clothing, etc.) · Describe appropriate use of credit. · Track how you spend your time (calendar system, diary, etc.) · Set up a family calendar system.
541B Comparison Shopping · Compare products. · Compare type of stores or places to shop. · Compare cost of shopping with cash and credit. · Compare colleges, trade schools, etc. · Compare cost of recreational activities. · Compare financial institutions (banks, savings and loans, credit unions, etc.) · Compare car insurance. · Compare investments and savings.
541C Consumer Rights and Responsibilities · Explore advertising influences. · Show how to make a consumer complaint. · Show where to find consumer information. · Evaluate reliability of consumer information. · Describe cost of fraud (shoplifting, bad check, fake ID, etc.) · Describe potential problems related to privacy issues (social security number, credit card, internet shopping, etc.)
DIVISION CS 4-H CLOTHING SELECTION
Division Rules:
1. All General 4-H Rules and Regulations and Family and Consumer Sciences Department Rules apply. 2. 4-H'ers do not need to be enrolled in a clothing project to participate in this division. Entries are due to the Extension Office by June 13. 3. One entry per member. 4. Participants must complete and return all commentary forms after the local achievement show and no later than, judging day for Clothing Selection entries. 5. Outfits may be selected and/or purchased from any source, including consignment shops, used clothing stores, etc. Clothing items which are home-sewn are not eligible unless the completed garment was purchased from a used clothing source. Clothing items which are custom sewn specifically for the participant are not eligible. All age categories are eligible for county level participation. Only seniors are eligible for State Fair Clothing Selection. The State Clothing Event for the Northeast Area will be held Friday, August 8. 6. Judging will be of the conference and style review type on June 30 with a location to be determined at a later date. Times will be sent to participants. 7. All entrants are expected to participate in a public style revue, July 23 at the Fayette County Fairgrounds in West Union, otherwise ribbon placing will be dropped one level and premium denied. If members are participating in another 4-H activity scheduled for the same time, please contact the Extension Office. 8. Winner is responsible for writing and giving 2009’s public Clothing Selection commentary and to arrange for style show decorations. 9. The purpose of this program is to help you develop skills in choosing shopping alternatives, evaluating fit, quality and construction features, price and cost comparison. Select clothing from one of the following categories: A. Casual clothes: clothes for school or work. B. Functional clothes: clothes that assist with a task or activity, protect you from the environment, or promote safety. C. Special occasion clothes: clothing for special event such as prom, graduation, wedding, etc.
Classes:
403 Junior Clothing Selection 404 Intermediate Clothing Selection 405 Senior Clothing Selection
DIVISION CE CLOTHING EVENT - $15 CHALLENGE
The $15 Challenge – All participants must be in grades 9-12, (male or female) to qualify for participation in the state event should: a) Purchase an outfit that represents the 4-H’ers goal or intended use for the selected outfit. b) Have had individual planned or county experience(s) in choosing shopping alternatives, evaluating fit, quality and construction features, price and cost comparison. c) Outfits may be selected and/or purchased from a garage sale, consignment store, or resale shop (i.e. Goodwill, Salvation Army). d) Cost of outfit must be $15 or less, not including shoes, accessories, or undergarments. e) Receipts MUST be turned in with the Clothing Event Report Form. Items may not be purchased at a retail store, even if it’s on sale.
DIVISION FN FOOD AND NUTRITION
Division Rules:
1. All General 4-H Rules and Regulations and Home Economics Department Rules apply. 2. Conference Judging will be Friday, July 18, at the Dance Pavilion. 3. The recipe (ingredients, preparation instructions, time, temperature) MUST be included for any prepared food exhibit. Source of recipe must be credited. 4. Preserved food must include a label with: a) type of food; b) method of preservation; c) processing time; d) date processed; and e) source of recipe and/or method of preservation (If a publication, include name and date.) Current USDA and/or Iowa State University guidelines for home food preservation methods must be used. (Check at the County Extension Office for recommended practices or call the ISU Answer Line 1-800-262-3804 for current researched information.) Labels are available from the Extension Office. 5. Preserved foods exhibits must include two product samples. One will be opened for evaluation and then discarded. The second will be on display and then will be returned to the exhibitor. Perishable food products will be discarded when removed from display. 6. Prepared food should be placed on a firm disposable plate or flat cardboard. Consider this recommendation rather than pans, plates, china, or baskets due to potential damage or loss. Place exhibit in a re-closable plastic bag with entry tag fastened outside the bag. 7. Products that require refrigeration (cream fillings, cream pies, meat or broth, relish or fruit trays, cheeses, eggs, custards, egg noodles, friendship starters, etc. are not appropriate entries for fair. These items do not hold up well at room temperature and often pose a food safety hazard. Such items will not be accepted, judged, or displayed. Due to safe handling concerns during processing, no meat jerky product exhibits are allowed. (See Food & Nutrition Fair rules.) 8. All food products and food preservation procedures used, illustrated, or described must be unquestionably safe. Any exhibit considered to be, or to portray a food safety risk will not be accepted, judged, or displayed. 9. If you choose to use a display box, the dimensions are not to exceed 10”x12”x 14”. (The three dimensions can be applied to best fit the exhibit size for height, width, or depth.) Poster size maximum: poster board 22" x 28" or foam core board 22" x 30". 10. All food products/exhibits should be appropriate for human consumption/nutritional evaluation. 11. A prepared food product display is 6 cookies, doughnuts, bars, muffins, mints, rolls, etc. or 1 whole unfrosted cake, loaf bread, pie, etc. 12. Table place setting – include a menu card and an explanation of the choices of foods and table appointments. Include a sketch or photo showing how the place setting should appear. Bring only minimum table appointments; glassware, dinnerware, silver, napkin, to illustrate reasons for your choices. 13. The use of alcohol beverages in the preparation or production of 4-H food exhibits is NOT permitted. 14. Food product exhibits must be prepared, baked, or cooked using only food grade utensils and containers. 15. Following each class are suggested exhibits. Exhibitors are not limited to only these suggestions.
Classes:
521A Food Preparation and Safety (including Food Preparation) – Includes, but not limited to, prepared product, product evaluation, food preparation terms, storage practices, etc. See F & N Division Rules for exhibit requirements. Some exhibit suggestions are listed below: · The uses or preparation of one or more grain or cereal products. · The uses of herbs and spices in food preparation. · Safe food preparation procedures. · Safe use of kitchen equipment. · Recommended procedures for safely storing perishable foods. · Recommendations for canning, freezing, or drying foods. · A food processing method for enhancing shelf life of a food. How a commercially prepared food (restaurant, catering, bakery) prepared in quantity, differs from a food prepared at home. · The effects of preparation on the nutritional, sensory, or physical quality of meat, milk products, fruits, vegetables, etc. · The comparison of the quality of a baked product with, and without, procedure alterations (amount of mixing, kneading, etc.) · The functions of some of the procedure steps used to prepare a baked product. · An evaluation of the quality of a baked product. · A comparison of quality of a baked product made with and without substitutions for one or more of the ingredients.
521B Consumer Behavior and Management – Includes, but not limited to, resource management, product comparison, meal planning and service, purchasing, food packaging and recycling, nutrition labeling, etc. Some exhibit suggestions are listed below: · Shopping tips for food purchasing. · Menu plans for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. · A menu, recipe, work schedule, and serving plan. · The cost of a nutritious snack. · Packaging choices (serving per ounce – large vs. smaller). · Nutrition information on labels and cost per serving of two similar food items · Food label information which is helpful when buying food for a particular situation · A comparison of services offered or the cost of similar foods from two types of retail stores. · Guidelines consumers can use to judge the sanitary quality of food in stores, restaurants, etc. · A comparison of cost and quality of a convenience food and its homemade counterpart (include recipe of homemade). · A comparison of cost of a home-prepared meal and a similar meal purchased in a restaurant. · The calculated cost of a nutritious snack or a nutritious sack lunch. · A management plan for a take-along food event. · The calculated cost of growing and preserving a food. · A management plan and menu to meet a family's needs when it's necessary to eat at different times. · Criteria to evaluate a school lunch menu for color, texture, quantity, nutrition, temperature, and overall appearance. · A government regulation pertaining to food production or consumption. · Community resources and assistance programs such as food stamps, food pantries or banks, reduced cost or free school food, the nutrition program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC), food cooperatives, food discount stores, congregate meals, meals-on-wheels, etc.
521C Nutrition and Wellness – Includes, but not limited to, dietary guidelines, nutrient functions, physical health, etc. Some exhibit suggestions are listed below: · The make up of a good breakfast. · Choices for nutritious snacks. · Facts about grains, oat bran, or fiber in the diet. · The relation of exercise to the diet. · Describe a diet of the teen athlete. · Develop a food intake and exercise plan for an individual for sports performance or weight control. · Analyze an individual's food intake and exercise and develop a plan for improvement. · Compare the food, caloric, or nutrient intake of an individual during different levels of activity and explain the difference. · Explore nutrient functions or analyze the major sources of a nutrient in the diet. · Identify nutrients or food groups in which a diet is low and explain how the nutrients of food groups could increase. · Compare the food or nutrient needs of different individuals and explain why those may be different. · Analyze a menu or an individual's food intake according to recommendations for a healthy diet; explain how the menu or food intake could be changed or improved. · Analyze a food fad for its nutritional value. · Describe an eating habit that can cause health problems. · Explore the effects of food in an individual's diet on their dental health. · Research the function and effect in the diet of one of the following: fat, cholesterol, sodium, caffeine, protein, sugar, starches, vitamins, or minerals, a type of red meat, poultry, fish, eggs, one or more fruits, vegetables, or lentils, grains, oat bran, or fiber, or water in the diet. · Research the nutrient information in pasta. · Develop a plan for teaching the importance of including the dairy group in one's diet. Identify the audience. · Identify a food additive or preservative; explain its purpose. · Compare nutrition related health problems in developed and developing countries.
521D Other Food and Nutrition Ideas – Exhibit can tell or show any special related topic such as measurement of ingredients, eating out, special recipe collection, cultural food traditions, food science "whys", careers, etc. Some exhibit suggestions are listed below: · Show and explain examples of food garnishes. · Cooking on your own. · Table place setting – Importance is placed on serving foods attractively and/or the ways in which foods are eaten. (See Division Rule 12.) · Special meals such as family celebrations, barbecues, and picnics can be choices. · Develop and explain a serving method to use for a special event · Create an exhibit of dessert food decoration; a non-food base may be used if appropriate. · Develop one or more points of courtesy to display at a school cafeteria. · Conduct a survey of fast food offerings, services, and prices. · Illustrate foreign, cultural, or regional aspects of food; include your source of information and a recipe card if prepared food is used in the exhibit. · Feature a foreign, cultural, or regional baked product with a description of its origin and the recipe. · Identify some factors that affect world food supply and food prices · Develop a promotional tool for an Iowa product (a radio or TV tape, an advertisement, etc.)
Fayette County Food & Nutrition Fair June 30th, 2008 United Methodist Church, Fayette General Exhibit Rules:
1. 4-H'ers must be enrolled in the Food & Nutrition project to receive a premium. 2. The 4-H exhibitor is limited to two entries in the Food & Nutrition Fair. 3. Age for exhibiting at the Food & Nutrition Fair: Juniors 4th-6th Graders; Intermediates 7th-8th Graders; Seniors 9th-12th Graders. One or two place setting exhibits may be selected to advance to the 2008 Iowa State Fair. 4-H youth wishing to compete at the 2008 Iowa State Fair must have completed a grade 5th-12th. 4. The evaluation process will be based on the following three goals for exhibitors: a. To involve youth in planning a healthy, well-balanced meal using the Food Pyramid. b. To involve youth in preparing a food item from their healthy meal plan. c. To involve youth in creating a place setting complimentary to their planned menu. 5. All exhibits must include a written explanation or videotape. The exhibitor should respond briefly to the following two questions about the exhibit: a. What where the most important things you learned as you worked toward your goal? b. What ideas or plans do you have for the future based on what you have learned or discovered? 6. 4-H'ers will be asked to bring their place settings, menus, and recipe cards to the Fayette County Fair Non-Livestock Judging Day on Friday, July 18 to display in their club booths. Before bringing the place setting for display at the Fayette County Fair, each item in your place setting should be securely labeled, including the name of the club, class number, and exhibitor's name. 7. The place setting portion of your exhibit(s) must be displayed at the Fayette County Fair and premiums will be paid there. Place settings are to be entered on July 18 during your 4-H club's scheduled judging time. Exhibits are to be released at 9:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 26. If you are unable to be there at release time, have someone pick up your exhibits. Before removing exhibits from the 4-H Building, each exhibit is to be checked out by a volunteer. 8. Due to security, we discourage 4-H'ers from sending items to the Fayette County Fair that have special meaning and historical value as part of the exhibit. We will use diligence to insure the safety of articles entered for exhibit after their arrival and placement, but will not be responsible for damage or loss by fire, theft, etc. 9. Premiums will be handed out after the judging.
Special Rules:
1. When entering one of the following categories, please include: a. a healthy, well-balanced menu plan (using the Food Pyramid) on a 3 x 5 index card. b. one prepared food item from your menu plan, with your recipe on a 3 x 5 index card. (The entire prepared food item must be present for judging, but one serving will be displayed with the place setting.) c. a place setting to compliment your menu. 2. Food must be unquestionably safe to eat when they are entered, whether tasted or not. (Hot foods hot, cold foods cold. Refrigerators, ovens, and stove will be available for holding foods.) 3. Your menu should include food and beverage(s). See sample menus below:
Sample Menu 1 Appetizer Meat/Main Dish Vegetable Fruit Bread Product Dessert Beverage(s)
Sample Menu 2 Casserole Vegetable Vegetable Fruit Salad Bread Product Beverage(s)
4. Youth may enter up to two of the following categories:
525A-1 Appetizers 525A-2 Meat/Main Dish 525A-3 Soup/Salad 525A-4 Vegetables/Fruit 525A-5 Breads (Holiday, Birthday, etc.) 525A-6 Desserts 525A-7 Grilling 525A-8 Quick Healthy Meals 525A-9 Theme Meal 525A-10 Specialty Diet Meal (Diabetic, Low Sodium, Low Fat, etc.) Dates:
June 13 – 4-H Food & Nutrition Fair entries due to the Extension Office. Exhibitors participating in the Food & Nutrition Fair will be mailed scheduled judging times. June 30 – Food & Nutrition Fair
DIVISION FR 4-H FASHION REVUE
Division Rules:
1. All General 4-H Rules and Regulations and Home Economics Department Rules apply. 2. Exhibitor must be enrolled in the 4-H clothing project or educational experience in 2008. Garments may not be entered in any other division or class but may have been used for a school project. Fashion Revue entries are due to the Extension Office by June 13. 3. The State Clothing Event for the Northeast Area will be held Friday, August 8. Counties may choose up to 4 senior age participants to advance to the State Fair in Fashion Revue. Participants may also participate more than one time in the state Fashion Revue program. 4. Judging will be of the conference and style review type on June 30 at the United Methodist Church in Fayette. Times will be sent to participants. 5. Participants will model a garment or outfit the entrant has constructed, hand-knitted, machine-knitted, or crocheted during the current 4-H year. 6. A garment or outfit consisting of one to three pieces such as party clothes, tailored suits, vest, slacks, shirt, skirt, active sportswear and/or coats are acceptable as Fashion Revue entries. 7. Blouses, shirts and sweaters are usually considered as garments. If they are used to complete an outfit, the may be constructed or selected. 8. All other accessories and undergarments may be constructed or selected. 9. All Fashion Revue participants must complete and return their commentary form for the public style show no later than June 13. Participants are encouraged to bring their pattern envelope and instruction sheet to the county judging. 10. The county winner is responsible the following year for the county public fashion revue's commentary and set decoration. 11. All 4-H'ers competing are expected to participate in a public style revue on July 23, at the Fayette County Fairgrounds. 12. If other competitions are available for Fashion Revue, judges will select those participating on June 30.
Classes:
400 Junior Fashion Revue 401 Intermediate Fashion Revue 402 Senior Fashion Revue
DIVISION HI 4-H HOME IMPROVEMENT
Division Rules:
1. All General 4-H Rules and Regulations and Home Economics Department Rules apply. 2. Because of limited space at State Fair, major pieces of furniture are limited to four per county. 3. If there are multiple entries in one class, each exhibit must have a different exhibit goal.
Classes:
531A Design in the Home – An educational display, notebook, poster, or other type of exhibit such as a design element or art principle, explaining design of an item, selecting an item illustrating design, etc. Must include an explanation of how a minimum of two design elements or art principles were used in this exhibit.
531B Furniture in the Home – Includes, but not limited to, reclaimed furniture, room plans, furniture styles, historic furniture, buymanship, etc. Other exhibit ideas are listed below. Must include an explanation of how a minimum of two design elements or art principles were used in this exhibit. · Furniture made, painted, finished, or refinished for the home. · Room decoration plan including room drawing, furniture placement, colors, fabrics used, and any other helpful information. · Article of furniture related to the 4-H’ers family history or an example of a specific furniture style.
531C Accessories for the Home – Includes, but not limited to, wall accessories, nature accessories, flatware selection/coordination, table design, lighting design, etc. Other exhibit ideas are listed below. Must include an explanation of how a minimum of two design elements or art principles were used in this exhibit.
· Any article or accessory made or purchased for the home. · Any article or arrangement of articles illustrating a connection to the member’s cultural heritage.
531D Fabrics in the Home – Includes, but not limited to, upholstered furniture, pillows, curtains, table linens, storage protection, etc. Must include an explanation of how a minimum of two design elements or art principles were used in this exhibit.
531E Maintenance in the Home – Include, but not limited to, cleaning plan, storage, energy conservation, recycling, own home away from home, etc. If appropriate, include an explanation of how the design elements or art principles were used in this exhibit.
531F Other Home Improvement Ideas – Any other exhibit which is an outgrowth of a home improvement project or program such as decision making process, careers, etc. If appropriate, include an explanation of how the design elements or art principles were used in this exhibit. · Poster or item on a home repair you have done. Give steps, reasons, and costs. · Exhibit on types or uses of sandpaper. · Select an energy saving technique for your home. Apply it and tell the results. · Two or more samples of homemade cleaning solutions. Give uses, compare cost to purchased, and if possible bring an article cleaned by these solutions. · Exhibit on napkin folding, including written directions. · An example of personal stationary. Include a written explanation of technique and design elements or art principles used. · An exhibit on types and uses of paint brushes. · Make or purchase a window covering. Describe the window location, the purpose of the covering, cost, etc. · An exhibit using recycled material and sewing for something in the home.
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Department Rules:
1. All exhibitors are responsible to read and comply with the Fayette County Fair 4-H General Exhibit Rules and Regulations for the exhibit to be eligible for Fayette County Fair competition.
2. 4-H'ERS DO NOT HAVE TO BE ENROLLED IN A PROJECT AREA TO EXHIBIT IN THIS DEPARTMENT.
3. Any age 4-H'er or group of 4-H'ers may participate.
4. Members may have 3 entries in this department.
5. Judging will be Friday, July 18, in the Dance Pavilion.
DIVISION ID
ISSUES
Classes:
950A Societal Issues – Any exhibit by an individual or group that is an outgrowth from an Extension 4-H educational experience. Exhibits might include, but are not limited to, topics such as water quality, erosion, pollution, radon, substance abuse, teen pregnancy, animal welfare/rights, etc. Include information on:
1. What is the societal issue?
2. How does my/our goal relate to the issue?
3. What did I/we learn about the issue?
4. How can I/we best communicate the importance of the issue?
5. How can I/we educate others about the issue?
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DEPARTMENT T - 4-H PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT Department Rules: 1. All exhibitors are responsible to read and comply with the Fayette County Fair 4-H General Exhibit Rules and Regulations for the exhibit to be eligible for Fayette County Fair competition. 2. Each exhibitor may have a maximum of 15 exhibits in this department. 3. Judging will be Friday, July 18 at the Dance Pavilion.
4-H HISTORICAL/FAMILY HERITAGE SPECIAL EXHIBIT CLASS This class is designed to help participants gain a greater appreciation for and to focus on 4-H history and family heritage. Emphasis is also provided for an intergenerational focus. Participants (youth and adults) are encouraged to learn and share more about history of 4-H in Iowa and/or their family heritage. This class is designed and intended to provide an opportunity for 4-H’ers and adults to form a team in planning and developing an exhibit to share together learning related to history and heritage. Class Rules: 1. Entries are open to all Fayette County youth participating in 4-H community club or special interest program. 4-H member does not need to be enrolled in a specific project to participate in this division. 2. Limit one entry per 4-H'er. 3. The exhibit must be an outgrowth of a 4-H learning experience planned and completed by one or more 4-H'ers, of eligible exhibitor age, with one or more adults. The exhibit is to be an outgrowth of work done, through 4-H, to accomplish a goal(s) determined jointly by all the participating 4-H'ers and adults. 4. Exhibits might be an actual product, poster, display, report, notebook, model, video tape, audio cassette, etc. 5. The exhibit should include the following information: · What was the goal(s)? Include for both youth and adult participants. · How was the idea for the exhibit determined and developed? · What responsibilities did each participant, youth and adult, involved in the learning experience complete? · What was the learning of this experience for each individual? This might include what you learned about working with each other. · What were the benefits of this experience for the participants (youth/adults/together)? · What plans do you have to continue this interest? 6. Exhibit cannot be entered in a regular Fayette County 4-H Fair class. 7. Exhibits will be conference judged by a Personal Development judge on Friday, July 18. All participants should be at this conference to share about their part in the project if possible. 8. The exhibit should include the information in Rule #29 in the 4-H General Rules and Regulations.
Classes: 811L 4-H Historical/Family Heritage – Any exhibit by one or more 4-H'ers with one or more adult(s), which is an outgrowth of a goal identified by the participants. Topics might be related to the history of: 4-H, a 4-H project, educational experience, activity, family heritage, Iowa, etc. |
This class is designed to help participants gain a greater appreciation for and understanding of the role nutrition and physical activity has in promoting health and well-being. Participants are encouraged to learn about how nutrition and physical activity affect the overall health (including physical performance and disease risk) of an individual or group. This class is intended to provide an opportunity for 4-Hers, as an individual, club or team, to plan and develop an exhibit that shares what they have learned about nutrition and physical activity in relation to health.
Class Rules
Classes:
960A — Any exhibit, by one or more 4-H’ers, which is an outgrowth of a goal to explore an area of nutrition and physical activity for personal development.
960B — Any exhibit, by one or more 4-H’ers, which is an outgrowth of a goal to provide leadership in the areas of nutrition and physical activity in a group setting (ex: family, club, community).
960C — Any exhibit, by one or more 4-H’ers, which displays citizenship in the areas of nutrition and physical activity within a community (example: senior living center, school).
DIVISION PD
PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT
Division Rules:
All General 4-H Rules and Regulations and Personal Development Department Rules apply.
Classes:
806A Citizenship – Any exhibit which is an outgrowth of participation in a citizenship project or program such as responsibilities with family, club, community, world, plan community service activity, learn about local and county government, study family heritage, etc.
811A Communication – Any exhibit which is an outgrowth of participation in a communication project or program such as describing the communication process, methods of communicating, or a product based on a communications method which might include slide/tape, videotape (done in standard play), or feature news stories; or theatre arts such as costuming, sound effects, props and staging, etc.
831A Health – Any exhibit which is an outgrowth of participation in a health project or program such as personal health analysis, physical fitness plan, home health hazard hunt, body systems and functions, daily food intake plan, minor injury treatment, community health services, effects of smoking, et
841A Leadership – Any exhibit which is an outgrowth of participation in a leadership project or program such as types of leadership, analysis of personal leadership styles and qualities, processes to determine the identification of community needs, resource analysis, activity plan, or youth as partners.
861A Scrapbooking – Scrapbook must be a minimum of 5 pages. Evaluation will be based on scrapbooking techniques learned and used. This class is NOT eligible for State Fair.
871A Music – Any exhibit which is an outgrowth of participation in a music project or program such as study of a composer, music history, comparison of types of music, composing an original song, teaching music to others, making a musical instrument, sharing musical programs, etc.
881A Safety – Any exhibit which is an outgrowth of participation in a safety project or program such as home hazard hunt, organize safety poster contest, conduct farm safety program, attend CPR training, develop home fire safety plan, etc.
891A Self-Determined – Any exhibit which is an outgrowth of participation in a self-determined project or program which does not fit any other project class.
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DEPARTMENT U - 4-H MECHANICS AND ENGINEERING Department Rules: 1. All exhibitors are responsible to read and comply with the Fayette County Fair 4-H General Exhibit Rules and Regulations for the exhibit to be eligible for Fayette County Fair competition. 2. An Exhibit Explanation Sheet is required for each exhibit. In addition to the Exhibit Explanation Sheet, a folder containing other appropriate information may be included. This folder should include costs, methods, and photos (before, during, and after, etc.). 3. Judging will be held Friday, July 18, at the Dance Pavilion.
DIVISION SE MECHANICS & ENGINEERING Division Rules: 1. All General 4-H Rules and Regulations and Mechanics & Engineering Department Rules apply. 2. Exhibitors may enter 3 exhibits in each class. Exception: 4-H'ers may have a total of 15 woodworking exhibits. 3. Safety will be emphasized in judging engineering exhibits.
Classes:
401A Aerospace – Flyable model built from a kit or original design.
401B Aerospace – Educational display or other type of exhibit showing an aerospace idea such as forces involved in flying, model rocket photography, safety in flying model rockets or airplanes, test for rocket stability, etc; may include scale models or kits to illustrate a concept.
421A Automotive – Repaired or restored vehicle.
421B Automotive – Educational display or other type of exhibit showing an automotive idea such as safe operation, maintenance plan, comparison shopping, principles of systems operations such as electrical, braking, air bags, etc.
901A Computer — Educational display or other type of exhibit showing: · an original computer program written by the exhibitor in a common computer language, including documentation; or · an applied use of existing software (database, spreadsheet, graphic design, etc.) including printouts of the application showing work product; or · another idea that is an outgrowth of participation in a 4-H computer project or program.
611A Electric/Electronics – Constructed or repaired article or educational display or other type of exhibit showing an electric or electronic idea such as safety, construction techniques, lighting effects, electrical energy sources, etc.
451A Small Engine – Repaired or restored operating engine or educational display or other type of exhibit showing a small engine idea such as maintenance, function of parts, comparisons, etc.
441A Tractor – Repaired or restored tractor.
441B Tractor – Educational display or other type of exhibit related to tractor showing an idea such as safe operation, maintenance plan, engine components, operation costs, principles of engine operation, safety hazards, etc.
411A Welding – Constructed article or educational display related to welding showing an ideas such as safety, types of welds, comparisons of welds, etc.
461A Woodworking – New constructed and finished article.
461B Woodworking – Educational display or other type of exhibit showing a woodworking idea such as type of woods, wood finishes, safety precautions, tools and proper use, wood fasteners, woodworking skills and techniques, etc.
893A Science and Technology – Educational display or other type of exhibit showing how science and math help us understand the world. May include constructed article, posters, portfolios, notebooks, etc., to show and explain what was learned.
601A Other Mechanics and Engineering Ideas – Any other exhibit that is an outgrowth of a 4-H science, mechanics, and engineering project or educational experience that does not fit any previous classes listed.
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Department Rules:
DIVISION A
CLUB MEETING
Classes:
CK-1 Club Meeting – Any exhibit which is an outgrowth of something learned at a club meeting.
DIVISION B
HORTICULTURE
Classes:
CK-2 Vegetable – one kind of vegetable that you grew. If your vegetable is not ready at fair time (for example, a pumpkin), you may bring a picture of your plant.
CK-3 Flower or Plant – one variety of flower you have grown or potted plant that you care for. If your garden flower is not ready at fair time, you may bring a picture of the plant.
DIVISION C
PHOTOGRAPHY
Classes:
CK-4 Single Photo – single photo (no mat) that you have taken.
DIVISION D
CLOTHING
Classes:
CK 5 Clothing – Item you have sewn (examples - scarf, potholder)
DIVISION E
HOME IMPROVEMENT
Classes:
CK 6 Home Improvement - Item you have made to decorate your home (examples - wall accessory, pillow, storage).
DIVISION F
FOOD & NUTRITION
Division Rules:
Classes:
CK 7 Food Preparation – A prepared food product display is six cookies, doughnuts, bars, muffins, rolls, etc. or one whole cake, loaf bread, etc.
CK 8 Recipe Box or Family Favorite Cookbook
DIVISION G
VISUAL ARTS
Division Rules:
Duplication of copyright material should not be used in a 4-H exhibit that is presented as original work by the exhibitor. A copyright design cannot be displayed in a public setting (fair) without permission being granted by the owner of the copyright. When permission has been granted by the owner of the copyright, the exhibit will be displayed and labeled properly. Those without permission can not be displayed.
Class:
CK 9 Visual Arts – An original art piece created by you.
DIVISION H
SHARE THE FUN
Division Rules:
1. Fair entry must be turned in by June 13, 2008. Judging will be June 30. Specific judging
times will be sent to participants after the June 13 entry day.
Share the Fun provides an opportunity for Clover Kids to perform before an audience purely for enjoyment. Skits, songs, stunts, short one-act plays, dances, plus other entertainment are acceptable.
Acts must be in good taste and not offensive to anyone.
Share the Fun acts must not exceed 8 minutes in length.
Classes:
CK 10 Share the Fun
DIVISION I
PETS
Division Rules:
1. Livestock entry forms must be turned in by June 13, 2008 and are available from your 4-H leader. Dog identification forms are due by May 15.
2. Judging will be with held on Thursday, July 24. Check-in will be at 1:30 p.m. with judging beginning at 2:00 p.m. in the Stephens Building.
3. Clover Kids must follow the department rules for the Pet Show (Department H).
Classes:
CK 11 Clover Kids (Grades K-2) – Clover Kids in grades K-2 may bring a picture of their pet, a picture of them playing with their pet, or a scrapbook. They will talk with the judge about their pet.
CK 12 Clover Kids (Grade 3) – Clover Kids in grade 3 may bring their pet (cat, dog, hamster, bird, fish, etc. – NO large animals) to the fair. The judge will look at their pet and talk to them about the care of their pet.
DIVISION J
BUCKET/BOTTLE CALF
Division Rules:
1. Livestock entry forms must be turned in by June 13, 2008 and are available from your 4-H Clover Kids leader. Bucket/Bottle identification forms are due by May 15.
2. Judging will be held on Thursday, July 24. Check-in will be at 1:30 p.m. with judging beginning at 2:00 p.m. in the Stephens Building.
3. All bucket/bottle calves must have a Certificate of Veterinary Inspection dated within 30 days of the fair. These will be checked upon arrival.
4. Clover Kids must follow the department rules for the Bucket/Bottle Calf Show (Department N). Exception: Bucket/Bottle Calf forms B1 and B2 are not required for Clover Kids
Class:
CK 13 Bucket/Bottle Calf (Grade 3) – Clover Kids in grade 3 may bring their bucket/bottle calf (beef or dairy) to the fair. The judge will look at their calf and talk to them about the care of their calf. Judging will be based on grooming, cleanliness, general health, and condition of the calf. Conformation or quality of the calf is NOT to be considered. Calves must be heifers or steers, no bulls allowed.
We suggest thatK-2nd graders who wish to show a dairy calf also consider the Kiddie Calf Show sponsored by the Dairy Promotion Committee.
Superintendents: Jeff Thoms and Kristi Rupprecht
1. All IJBBA SHOW RULES APPLY.
2. The judging will begin at 7:00 PM
3. Cattle should be brought to the grounds between 3:00 and 6:00 PM. Please enter the grounds through the Franklin Street (Hwy 56) gate.
4. Entry fee is $25.00 per head.
5. Classes for all breeds will be offered for steers and heifers regardless of the number entered. AOB classes have been eliminated.
6. All exhibitors’ must be a paid member of the Iowa Junior Beef Breeds Association. Breed class exhibitors must also belong to their respective Iowa Junior Breed Association in which they are exhibiting. Breed Associations are responsible for the collection of state dues from the exhibitor.
7. In each division, the cattle must be entered in the name and shown by the individual IJBBA member for any points to be awarded. Even though a substitute showman may be granted by the IJBBA, points will not be awarded to an exhibitor unless they are in attendance to show their animals or have two animals in the same class.
8. Exhibitors must meet the age requirements of their respective junior breed associations. IJBBA members cannot have reached their 21st birthday prior to January 1, 2005.
9. A Market Heifer class will be offered. The Champion Market Heifer will compete against the steers for the Supreme Market Animal of the show.
10. If an animal is disruptive to its class, it is at the discretion of the IJBBA advisors/or show management to dismiss if from that class. If the animal is dismissed during a championship class, the exhibitor will be disqualified and will lose only the points acquired in the championship class. The reserve animal will then move up to compete for champion, and no other animal will replace the reserve.
11. Fall Heifers must be born from 9/1/03 to 12/31/03.
12. Use of hemp hair or other hair like materials added to the animal’s body WILL NOT BE ALLOWED. IJBBA does not allow surgical or any other alterations to the animals such as the use of permanent dyes or paints to alter the animal’s original color pattern.
13. All breed associations reserve the right to DNA/blood type any cattle being shown within their breed divisions. Request for DNA/blood-type testing can come from the breed association or the IJBBA at any sanctioned show throughout the year. Should testing reveal that the animal in question has been misrepresented on its registration papers, the exhibitor will be immediately withdrawn from that breeds point program for the remainder of the year and any points previously earned for that breed division will be void. This applies both to steers and heifers.
14. Conduct: Any unsportsmanlike conduct or misrepresentation on the part of an IJBBA member will not be tolerated. All IJBBA members are expected to be cooperative and courteous at all times. Any IJBBA member not complying with this rule is subject to disqualification or any other steps deemed desirable.
15. Dress Code: All IJBBA members MUST exhibit in a collared/crew neck, sleeved/short sleeved shirt that MUST remain tucked in during exhibition. Any IJBBA member not complying with the dress code will be disqualified.
16. If an exhibitor pays an entry fee at an IJBBA sanctioned show by check, and this check does NOT clear; they will have 30 days upon completion of the show to clear the check. If at that time, no effort has been made, points for that show will be revoked. After two bad checks have been written and not cleared within their 30 day time limit, points for the year will be stripped and the exhibitor will not be allowed to participate in any sanctioned shows for the remainder of the show season.
2005 Breed Classification For IJBBA Sanctioned Shows
To show an animal in a particular breed the entry must conform to the following rules established by their breed association below.
NO FAX COPIES OF REGISTRATION PAPERS ALLOWED BY ANY BREED
NO EXCEPTIONS! REGISTRATION PAPERS MUST ACCOMPANY ANIMAL
THROUGH CHECK-IN!
Angus - Steers and heifers must have registration papers in hand at time of check-in; no fax copies will be accepted. Papers must be in the junior exhibitor’s name. All animals must have readable tattoos. All exhibitors must follow the rules of the American Angus Association.
Belgian Blue - Steers and heifers must be 50% or greater and have registration papers or meat certificate in hand at time of check-in. The youth may show animals, which the youth has ownership of and/or animals owned by the family farm and/or ranch.
Brangus - Must be branded or tattooed and have papers registered in the exhibitor’s name.
Charolais - Steers do not require registration papers, but must be sired by a Registered Charolais Bull. Heifer registration papers must be in the junior exhibitor’s name.
Charolais Cross Heifer - Composite heifers must be composed of at least 50% and no more than 15/16 Charolais percentage. Heifers must have a certificate and recordation with the AICA.
Chianina - All percentages of Chiangus, Chianina, Chimaine, Chiford and CAX (steers & heifers) that are able to be registered are eligible. They must be registered in the exhibitors name and have papers in hand at check-in.
Gelbvieh - Steers must be at least 50% Gelbvieh and exhibitor must have an official Gelbvieh breeder affidavit. Affidavits may be obtained from Pat McCabe 319-852-7151. Heifers must be ¾ blood or higher and have registration papers. Registration papers need to be in the exhibitor’s name.
Hereford – (Polled or Horned) - Due to the pending merger, we have one association, but will hold two separate shows. Steers & Heifers must have registration papers in hand at time of check-in. Animals may be co-owned with siblings, provided each exhibitor is an individual National Junior Hereford member and a member of the Iowa Junior Hereford Association, for the year 2005. All exhibitors must follow the rules of the American Junior Hereford Association. Questions, please contact Gary and Nancy Maurer at garnanccattle@iowatelecom.net or 319-636-3365.
Limousin - Steers must be registered and be 50% or greater Limousin blood. Heifers must be reigstered and be 75% or greater. Must have registration papers in hand at check-in and be in the exhibitor’s name.
Maine-Anjou – MaineTainer heifers will include ¼ to 5/8 Maine Anjou females, which are sired by a registered Maine-Anjou bull. High Percentage heifers will include ¾ and above females. All steers must be sired by a registered Maine-Anjou bull and be recorded with the AMAA. If heifers are purchased at the 2005 Iowa Beef Expo and desire to show in the junior show, they must have been purchased through the Maine-Anjou sale. All exhibitors must have original registration papers in hand at time of check-in and papers need to be solely in the junior exhibitor’s name. All animals must have legible and correct tattoos. Exhibitor’s must be a member of the Iowa Junior Maine-Anjou Association and pay a $10.00 annual fee. All exhibitors must follow the rules of the American Junior Maine-Anjou Association.
Murray Grey – To be eligible to show in the Murray Grey division, heifers must be 7/8 Purebred or above and be registered with the American Murray Grey Association and meet all breed rules and regulations of the AMGA. To be eligible to show in the Murray Grey steer division, steers must be 50% Murray Grey or above and they must be registered with the American Murray Grey Association as half-blood or above.
Red Angus - Steers must be 50% or more Red Angus from one registered parent, be predominately red in color and display sufficient breed characteristics, which match % of registration. Heifers must be 87% or higher Red Angus. Steer & Heifer registration papers must be in hand at check in and must be in the exhibitor’s name.
Salers - Animals must be 50% or more Salers with either the dam or sire being registered. Both steers and heifers must have registration papers and the papers must be in the name of the junior exhibitor.
Simmental - Steers must have registration paper in hand and be ½ blood or higher. Foundation heifers include 50% - 74% and Purebred heifers included 75% and above and must have registration paper in hand. Registration papers must be in the exhibitor’s name or family farm name.
Shorthorn - Heifers and Steers must be at least 15/16 and have registration papers in the exhibitor’s name.
Appendix Shorthorn - Heifers and Steers must be between 3/8 and 7/8 Shorthorn and must have appendix registration papers in the exhibitor’s name.
South Devon - Heifers must be ¾ or higher and have registration papers. Steers must be registered and sired by a registered ¾ or higher bull. Papers must be in hand at check-in. Registration papers must be in the exhibitor’s name.