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July 26th–29th 2018Garden City, Minnesota

2017 1st Place Photo Contest Winnerby Stephanie Kneissel

Open ClassRegistration

Due July 20th

DockDogsJumping Event

Fri., Sat. & Sun

July 27th–29th

ATV Barrel RacingThursday, July 26th

Compact Car RacesFriday, July 27th

Demo Derby RacesSat., July 28th

Tractor PullSun., July 29th

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Important Fair InformationBlue Earth County Fair Office340 Fairgrounds Street, PO Box 284, Garden City, MN 56034Office Phone During Fair Hours — 507-546-3986

Directions to the Fairgrounds—From Mankato take Hwy 169 South to Garden City about 14 miles turn Left on to Washington St/Co Rd 38. Continue straight ahead 1/2 miles into the Fairgrounds.From Mapleton go North on Hwy 22 about 5.5 miles, turn Left on to Co Rd 10. Drive 6 miles on Co Rd 10 turn Right on to Co Rd 13. Drive 5 miles turn Right on to Hwy 169. Drive about 2 miles turn Right on Washington St/Co Rd 38. Continue straight ahead 1/2 miles into the Fairgrounds.From Lake Crystal drive East on Co Rd 9 about 2.5 miles turn Right on to Co Rd 38. Drive about 3 miles until you meet Hwy 169. Turn Right on Hwy 169 and drive 1.5 miles and turn Left oon to Washington St/Co Rd 38 into Garden City. Continue straight ahead 1/2 miles into the Fairgrounds.

Fair Hours—Front Gate Opens at 8:00am to CloseAnimal Barns 10:00am to 9:00pmExhibit Buildings open 10:00am to 9:00pm

Gate Pricing—Walk-in Free, Parking One Day Pass $5.00 Season Pass $20.00.Emergency Services—First Aide Station is located in the White & Green Building (center) and the Sheriff Department Trailer next to the Heritage Building.

Fair Policies—We take the greatest precaution for your safety and safety of all visitors to our fairgrounds during the Blue Earth County Fair. But each individual will be held personally responsible for their actions and the BECF will assume no liability or be responsible for any personal injury.The Blue Earth County Fair Board will assume no liability for loss or damage to any property to concessionaire, exhibitor, or visitor due to theft, fire, tornado, flash floods, weather conditions or other causes.The Blue Earth County Fair Board will provide limited security day and night, but will not be responsible for the loss or damage to exhibits or animals.Alcoholic Beverages–Possession and consuming of alcoholic beverages or other chemical substances on the fairgrounds are NOT ALLOWED. Designated areas have been created by the Blue Earth County Fair Board where alcohol can be purchased and consumed. ID is required and wristbands provided. Alcoholic Beverages are NOT ALLOWED outside of the designated areas. NO EXCEPTIONS. noTICeNo golf carts, ATV’s, UTV’s, scooters, mopeds, roller skates, in-line skates, skate boards, bicycles, or other non automotive wheeled vehicles are allowed on the Blue Earth County Fairgrounds other than those operated by Fair Personnel OR Authorized and Permitted by the Blue Earth County Fair Board. Passes arranged through the Blue Earth County Fair Board.

Winter Storage Rental & Camping Availablesee Shady Oaks Campground website,www.shadyoakscampground.org for more information and pricing.

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Blue Earth County Fair Association2018 Board of Directors

Robin Tietz, PresidentDennis Urban, Vice President

Brady Smith, TreasurerLiz Madsen, Secretary

Nicole Doyen, Board MemberJerry O’Meare, Board MemberSharlie Hansen, Board Member

Kim Youngerberg, Board MemberJennifer Ware Board MemberRich Harding, Board Member

Rodney Blanck, Board MemberBob Shelton, Board Member

COmmittEE mEmBErSMicheala Urban, Jennifer Beinke, Courtney Hansen,

Karl Lysowsky and Timothy Madsen

2018 Blue Earth County Fair SupervisorsOpen Class Coordinator—

Kim Youngerberg 507-514-7478or [email protected]

Open Class registration—[email protected] Vegetables & Fruits—Dawn Clobes 507-995-1811Flowers—OpenCulinary—Michelle Beier 507-381-1539Food Preservation—Grace Schreyer 507-387-7758Homemaking—Anne Richardson 507-327-1825Fine Arts—LCWM Senior Honor SocietyPoultry—Owen Dickey 674-3452

2018 Blue Earth County Fair JudgesGrain, Vegetables & Fruits—Phyllis DaschnerFlowers—Jodi RoelofsCulinary—Anni Like & Robin JohnsonFood Preservation—OpenHomemaking —Judi OlsonFine Arts —Dianne WagnerPoultry—4H JudgesSweepstakes—People’s Choice

Fairgrounds Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p 2Important Fair Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p 2Presidents Letter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p 4Daily Schedules—BEC Fair Events/Activities . . . . . p 5 – 7 4-H Fair Daily Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . p 8 Senior Day Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . p 9Grandstand Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p 10Beer Garden Entertainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p 11Kids Day Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p 12 & 13Free Stage Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p 14Family Entertainment Acts Blue Earth Co Fair Blood Drive . . . . . . . . . p 9 Photo Contest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p 9 Dart Tournaments (Saturday) . . . . . . . . . . p 11 Kids Day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p 12 Face Painting Artist/Balloon Artist . . . . . . . p 12 BMX Drag Race Event . . . . . . . . . . . . . p 13 Kids Tractor Pedal Pull. . . . . . . . . . . . . p 13 VEX Robotics Scrimmage/Demonstrations . . . . p 13 Ag Cab Lab. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p 13 Knockerball . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p 15 Amateur Talent Show . . . . . . . . . . . . . p 15 Pizza Eating Contest, Minnow Races, Treasure Hunt . . p 15 Northern Frights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p 15 DockDogs Jumping Competitions . . . . . . . . p 16 Alfy’s World of Robotic Puppets . . . . . . . . . p 17 Chainsaw Artist—Scott Beto . . . . . . . . . . p 17 Amtgard & DSM Inflatables . . . . . . . . . . p 17Open Class—Contest Information . . . . . . . . . . . p 19 General Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . p 20 Division D – Poultry. . . . . . . . . . . . . . p 21 Division E – Grains & Corn . . . . . . . . . . p 22 Division F – Vegetables & Potatoes . . . . . . . p 22 Division G – Fruits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . p 22 Division H – Flowers . . . . . . . . . . . p 22-24 Division I – Culinary . . . . . . . . . . . p 24-25 Division J – Canned & Preserved Foods . . . p 26-27 Division K – Homemade Crafts . . . . . . . . . p 27 Division L – Fine Arts Sr/Jr Division . . . . . p 28-30 Division M – Fine Arts Special Needs Division . . p 30 Division N – New Trends. . . . . . . . . . . . p 31Fair Sponsors . . . . . . . . . . . . .Inside & Back Cover

Your willingness to serve makes theFair a Great Summer Event.

Superintendents,Judges & Volunteers

2019 Blue Earth County Fairwill be July 25th–28th

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Our Mission“The mission of the Blue Earth County Fair Association is to provide facilities to accommodate a variety of activities. These facilities will be designed and maintained to serve the activities and needs of 4-H youth, individuals, community and government groups as well as businesses. The primary objective of the Association is to promote, plan and put on an annual Fair for the benefit of 4-Her’s, youth and adult residents of Blue Earth County: allowing them to showcase their accomplishments and talents in a safe family atmosphere while providing activities, entertainment and learning opportunities to the diverse residents of Blue Earth County and surrounding areas.”

Dear Supporters,This past years has again been my privilege to serve as your Blue Earth County Fair Association President. The support from individuals and businesses has been outstanding and a pleasure to see you again at our County Fair.

I am pleased to see both old and first time vendors at the fair. The entertainment has been a little more tricky not to move away from what we have always done but to look for types of entertainers to draw a new individuals as well as keeping some of the older traditions. It is with excitement that we will have two new bands performing on the Entertainment Stage. On Friday evening we will have the Fat City All Stars and on Saturday, Levi Pelzer Band (more information page 11). NEW to the Grandstand, will be an ATV Barrel Racing event Thursday evening. For more information check out our website. This will be for both kids and adults.As board members, we are continuing our efforts to refurbish and upgrade the grounds not only for the Fair but also for the Campground. We installed internet to the campground making vendors and campers more excited to come our facilities. This year our goal is to get the grounds up to date with electrically. In doing this we are opening ourselves up to bring in bigger events to facility, for example this August, we will be having a music festival, weekend of the 9th & 10th.My one regret is not having the Memorial Park started this past year, but rest assured, I have not forgotten about it...it is a goal of mine to make a place for generations to come to and for their kids see that their family were a part in making our Fair the Oldest one in the State of Minnesota. THIS IS SOMETHING WE AS A COUNTY SHOULD BE VERY VERY PROUD OF.Another goal of ours is our grandstands, they need some TLC attention for safety purposes and longterm thougths of replacing and expanding. We will be looking for grants, donations and in-kind services to help us achieve these goals. Thus allowing our grantstand events to grow and draw more spectators to watch bigger attractions at our Fairgrounds.Again, I look forward to serving you this year and meeting you....I will be at the Fair from Thursday to Sunday, so please stop by and say hi....if you like to talk to me stop by the office and they will page me.....together working hand in hand we can and will make our Fair the best it can be!

Thank you for your support!

Robin TietzPresident

Blue Earth County Association

President’s letter

BUILDING RENTAL PRICINGEffective January 2016

Commercial - $600 per dayEntertainment Bldg - $200 per dayHeritage Building - $150 per dayConcession Stand - $150 per day

B Building - $125/day (as is no moving)Horse Barn - $ 200/day (as is no moving)Free Stage $50 • Enter. Stage $150/dayFirst Aide/Pavilions Bldg - $50 per day

Entire Camping Area - $4500

Shady

Oaks Campground

[email protected]

Need a place for yourWedding Reception or Event,

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Blue Earth CountyFair Association

VolunteersNeeded

Want to add some fun to your summer?Volunteer at the Blue Earth County Fair.We are currently looking for volunteers in these areas—

Interested, please visit our website anddownload a volunteer application.

parking, open class attendants, back gate bouncer, setup, tear down, overseeing the grounds, trash pickup, school house attendant and many more fun activities.

Hope to see

you at the Fair!


Shady oaks CampgroundWinter Storage Prices

Call 507-546-3986

Outside Storage is $1.00 per square footInside Storage is $1.25 per square foot

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Shady Oaks Campground is located in Garden City, Home of the Blue Earth County Fair.

Peaceful, quiet and relaxing, our campground isespecially suited for the family that loves to spend time outdoors. Canoe landings, fishing, hiking trail, biking, playgroundequipment, and volleyball offer a variety of activities for everyone.

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tHUrSDAY, JUlY 26th, 2018 • SENIOR DAY8:00 am Poultry Show – Judging Arena8:00 am Open Class Judging starts and Master Gardener available8:30 am Senior Day Vendor Setup - Entertainment Building9:00 am Blood Pressue Checks by Rasmussen College – Entertainment Building9:00 am Senior Day Light Snack - Entertainment Building9 -11:00 am Swine Weigh-In and Verification10 am – 9 pm Open Class Exhibits/ Commercial Building Open10 am – 9 pm Chainsaw Artist Scott Beto Demonstrations -- near the Grandstand10 am – 9 pm Hasse Family Petting Zoo * - Fairgrounds10 am – 9 pm Ag Cab - 4H Exhibit Building10 am - 9 pm Alfy’s “World of Robotic Puppets” Show † - Fairgrounds *10 am – 9 pm DSM Inflatable Rides - Fairgrounds10 am – 9 pm Amtgard Demonstrations - Fairgrounds10 – 11:30 am Senior Day Craft Activity - Entertainment Building11:00 am Mankato Vine Stomper † - Entertainment Area Stage11:00 am Lamb Lead Interviews begin – 4-H Building11:45 am Senior Lunch compliments of the Blue Earth County Fair - Ent Center12 – 9 pm Northern Frights Activities12:20 pm Senior Award Ceremony – Entertainment Area Stage12:30 pm DeVine Voice † – Entertainment Area Stage1:00 pm Lamb Lead followed by Sheep Show - Judging Arena1 – 3 pm Caricature Artist - Bingo Stand Area1:15 pm Doug Ohman Pioneer Photographer – Inside the Entertainment Building1:30 pm Vine Garage Band † – Entertainment Area Stage2:30 pm Pfeffer Card Tournament – Entertainment Building Area3:00 pm Troy Flemming – Entertainment Area Stage4:00 pm Goat Show – Judging Arena4 – 6 pm Caricature Artist - Farm Bureau Pavillion4:30 pm Doug Ohman Pioneer Photographer – Inside the Entertainment Building5:00 pm Demonstrations and Livestock Demonstrations – 4-H Building5:00 pm The Neverly Brothers Band † – Entertainment Area Stage7:00 pm ATV BARREL RACING EVENT – GRANDSTAND7:00 pm Ag Olympics Contest – Judging Arena (Rollins Arena)7–10 pm DJ (Kerns Brothers Entertainment) - Entertainment Area Stage9:00 pm Fair Bldgs, 4-H Building & Livestock Barns Closed for evening

FriDAY, JUlY 27th, 2018 • KIDS DAY8:00 am Rabbit Show - Rabbit Barn8:30 am Beef Show – Judging Arena 9:00 am DockDogs Registration Opens10:00 am DockDogs – Big Air Wave #110:00 am Master Gardeners available in Open Class all day10 am – 7 pm Kids Day Activities – Farm Bureau Pavilion Area10 am – 9 pm Open Class Exhibits/Commercial Building Open10 am – 9 pm Chainsaw Artist Scott Beto demonstrations -- near the Grandstand10 am – 9 pm Ag Cab Opens - 4H Building10 am – 9 pm Hasse Family Petting Zoo * - Fairgrounds10 am - 9 pm Alfy’s “World of Robotic Puppets” Show † - Fairgrounds *10 am – 9 pm DSM Inflatable Rides - Fairgrounds10 am – 9 pm Amtgard Demonstrations - Fairgrounds

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BLUE EARTH COUNTY FAIR SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

SAtUrDAY, JUlY 28th, 2018 • FAMILY DAY8:30 am Horse Show followed immediately by State Horse Show Paperwork – Horse Arena9:00 am DockDogs Registration Opens10 am – Noon DockDogs – Let’s Try DockDogs (OPEN TIME)10:00 am Master Gardeners available in Open Class all day10 am – 4 pm Blood Mobile - Fairgrounds10 am – 9 pm Open Class Exhibits/ Commercial Building Open10 am – 9 pm Chainsaw Artist Scott Beto demonstrations – near the Grandstand10 am – 9 pm Hasse Family Petting Zoo – Fairgrounds10 am – 9 pm Ag Cab - 4H Building10 am - 9 pm Alfy’s “World of Robotic Puppets” Show † - Fairgrounds *10 am – 9 pm DSM Inflatable Rides – Fairgrounds10 am – 9 pm Amtgard Demonstrations - Fairgrounds12 – 9 pm Northern Frights Activities12 – 6 pm John Landsteiner Olympian Gold Medalist – Heritage BuildingNoon – Dark Knockerball – Fairgrounds near the Inflatables12:00 pm Chicken BBQ Contest – Outside the 4H Building12:30 pm DockDogs – Big Air Wave #51:00 pm Kids Pedal Pull – Rollings (4-H Judging) Arena1 – 5:00 pm Bandana Singing Group – Entertainment Area Stage1 – 1:30 pm Veteran’s Program – Free Stage2:00 pm Karl Achilles “Escape Artist and Magician”2:00 pm DockDogs – Big Air Wave #62 – 5 pm Robotics Demonstration Mankato High School Teams - Farm Bureau Pavilion 3:00 pm Blue Earth Co Fair Amateur Talent Show – Free Stage3:30 pm DockDogs – Extreme Vertical

11:30 am DockDogs – Speed Retrieve #1Noon – 9 pm Northern Frights ActivitiesNoon – Dark Knockerball – Fairgrounds near the InflatablesNoon – 6 pm Reptiles & Amphibians Zoo - Tent near the Free Stage Area12 – 1:30 pm Ethan Becker, Musician – Free Stage Area1:00 pm DockDogs – Big Air Wave #22 - 2:45 pm Wonderful World of Woody * – Free Stage Area2:30 pm DockDogs – Big Air Wave #33:00 pm Minnow Races – by Free Stage Area3:00 pm Swine Show - Judging Arena4:00 pm DockDogs – Big Air Wave #44 - 4:45 pm Wonderful World of Woody * – Free Stage Area4:45 pm Kids Treasurer Dig - Free Stage Area5:00 pm 4-H Share-the-Fun and Performing Arts followed by Fashion Revue – Free Stage5:30 - 7:30 pm Music by Rockin Woody – Entertainment Area Stage6:30 pm Pizza Eating Contest Sponsored by Casey’s General Store – Free Stage Area6:30 pm Llama Show – Judging Arena 6:45 pm Ice Cream Eating Contest - Free Stage Area (Spoonsored by Coldstone Creamery)7:00 pm COMPACT CAR RACING - GRANDSTAND7:00 pm Pet & Cat Show – Outside of the 4H Building7 - 10 pm Phoenix Philosophy (Electronic Rock Band) - Free Stage8:00 pm Fat City All Stars Band – Entertainment Area Stage9:00 pm Fair Bldgs, 4-H Building & Livestock Barns Closed for evening

FriDAY, JUlY 27th, 2018 • KIDS DAY cONtINuEDNote:

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BLUE EARTH COUNTY FAIR SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

* Entertainment sponsored by the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund, from the Clean Water, Land and Legacy Amendment, through partnership with the Minnesota Department of Agriculture.† Partically funded by grant from Prairie Lakes Regional Art Center

SuNDAY, JuLY 29th, 20189:00 am DockDogs Registration Opens10:00 am DockDogs – Speed Retrieve #210:00 am Master Gardeners available in Open Class all day10:00 am Sunday Church Service – Free Stage10 am – 6 pm Open Class Exhibits/ Commercial Building Open10 am – 6 pm Chainsaw Artist Scott Beto demonstrations -- near the Grandstand10 am – 6 pm Hasse Family Petting Zoo - Fairgrounds10 am – 6 pm Ag Cab - 4H Building 10 am – 6 pm Amtgard Demonstrations - Fairgrounds11:00 am Premier Senior Showmanship & Celebrity Showmanship Contest – Livestock Arena11:30 am DockDogs – Big Air Wave #7Noon – 6 pm Northern Frights ActivitiesNoon – 6 pm DSM Inflatable Rides – FairgroundsNoon – 4 pm Knockerball – Near the Free Stage Area12 - 1:30 pm Jason Rohman Musician - Free Stage12 – 6 pm DSM Inflatable Rides - Fairgrounds12:30 pm 4H Family Fun Event “Bags and BBQ – Livestock Arena1:30 pm DockDogs – CHECK IN FOR FINALS1:45 - 2:45 pm The Raptor Center from the University of MN2:00 pm DockDogs – Youth Showcase2:00 pm TRACTOR and TRUCK PULL - GRANDSTAND2:30 pm DockDogs – Big Air Wave Finals3 - 4:00 pm Jason Rohman Musician - Free Stage4:00pm Fair Bldgs, 4-H Building & Livestock Barns Closed for evening

2019Blue EarthCounty Fair

will beJuly 25th–28th

4:45 pm Pie Eating Contest – Near Free Stage Area (Sponsored by The Dam Store)5:00 pm Karl Achilles “Escape Artist and Magician”6:00 pm 4-H Awards Program/General Project Champion Awards - Free Stage7:00 pm Singing Cowgirl – Free Stage7:00 pm DEMO DERBY - GRANDSTAND8:00 pm Levi Pelzer Band - Entertainment Area Stage9:00pm Fair Bldgs, 4-H Building & Livestock Barns Closed for evening9:30 pm Amazing Hoopster Light Show - Entertainment Area Stage

SAtUrDAY, JUlY 28th, 2018 • FAMILY DAY cONtINuED

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There is still time to be part of the2018 Blue Earth County Fair.

Volunteering, donating, and sponsoring an event would be greatly appreciated.If supporting the Fair this year isn’t in your budget, think about support the 2019 Blue Earth County Fair.We are always looking for support and help in making our Fair the Best One Ever.

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tUESDAY, JUlY 24th

12:00-6:00pm General Exhibit Judging @ 4-H Building - Judges Break 4:00pm-4:45pm. (NO judging during this time)

*Prior to judging, exhibitors should check in at the North End of the 4-H Building to pick up exhibit cards. 6:00pm 4-H Building will be closed for the nightWEDNESDAY, JuLY 25th

9 am-12:00pm 4-H Bldg Closed for arrangement of projects & placement of Champions12:00-8:00 pm 4-H Livestock Entry12:00pm Non-Livestock State Fair Line Up Posted in 4-H Building3:00-6:00pm Rabbit Entry & Check In—Rabbit Barn 4:00-6:00pm Livestock Interviews in Judging Arena 5:00-7:00pm Beef & Dairy Weigh-In & Verification – Side of Beef Barn 5:00-7:00pm Sheep & Goat Weigh-In & Verification – Side of Sheep Barn 6:00pm Beef, Dairy, Goats, Poultry, Rabbits and Sheep must be in place8:00pm All remaining livestock (Horse, Llama, Swine) to be in Place 9:00pm 4-H Building & Livestock Barns Closed for eveningtHUrSDAY, JUlY 26th

8:00am Poultry Show – Judging Arena9:00-11:00am Swine Weigh-In and Verification11:00am Lamb Lead Interviews begin – 4-H Building12:00-8:00pm Non-Livestock State Fair Online Registration Brgins — 4-H Bldg1:00pm Lamb Lead and Sheep Show- Judging Arena4:00pm Meat Goat Show followed by Dairy Goat Show – Judging Arena5:00pm Demonstrations and Livestock Demonstrations – 4-H Building7:00pm Ag Olympics Contest – Judging Area 9:00pm 4-H Building & Livestock Barns Closed for eveningFriDAY, JUlY 27th

8:00am Rabbit Show - Rabbit Barn 8:30 am Beef Show – Judging Arena 3:00pm Swine Show – Judging Arena 3:30pm Fashion Revue Interviews Begin – 4-H Building 5:00pm Share-the-Fun & Performing Arts Exhibition followed by Fashion

Review – Free Stage 6:00pm State Fair Trips Need to Be Accepted or Declined. Trips not com-

mitted will go to alternates, no exceptions. 6:00-9:00pm State Fair Online Registration entry — 4-H Building6:30pm Llama Show – Judging Arena7:00pm Pet & Cat Show – Outside 4-H Building9:00pm 4-H Building & Livestock Barns Closed for eveningSAtUrDAY, JUlY 28th 8:30am Horse Show followed immediately by State Horse Show Paperwork

– Horse Arena11:00-8:00pm State Fair Online Registration Entry — 4-H Building 12:00pm Chicken BBQ Contest — Outside 4-h Building6:00pm Champion Awards Ceremony, Extension Farm Family Recognition

– Free Stage 9:00pm 4-H Building & Livestock Barns Closed for evening SuNDAY, JuLY 29th – FINAL DAY OF FAIR9:00-11:00am LAST Chance State Fair online Registration Entry & Payments Due

— 4-H Building11:00pm Premier Senior Showmanship & Celebrity Showmanship Contest -

Livestock Arena12:30pm 4-H Family Fun Event: “Bags and BBQ” — Livestock Arena3:00pm Tri-County Fair and Ak-Sar-Ben paperwork due in the 4-H Office4:00pm Non-Livestock Exhibits released. —If you cannot pick up projects at this

time, please arrange for someone else to pickup. 3:00-5:00pm Livestock Released—Buildings, pens, barns, and livestock judging arena cleaned

by 4-H’ers. 4-H’ers who do not clean their pens/stalls will not receive their pre-mium checks until it is cleaned.

6:00pm Cleaning of 4-H building, Barns & Livestock Arena to be complete.

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2018 Blue Earth County 4-H Fair ScheduleSAtUrDAY, JUlY 21st (PriOr tO FAir)9:00am— Fair Clean Up • 10:00am—Livestock Superintendents Meeting • 11:30am—Family Potluck

VanceSTUEHRENBERGDistrict 2 County Commissioner

Re-Elect this November

“I would like to wishall the 4-Hers and

Open Class participants,Good luck at the

Blue Earth County Fair.”

District 2, Thank Youfor Your Support

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This the ad was paid for by Vance Stuehrenberg.


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Open m–F 7am to 7pmSat. 7am to 5pm • Sun 10am–4pm

Senior DaY

20188:30am Vendors can start setting up their booth9:00am Vendor Fair opens with a light morning snack10-11:30 Senior Day Craft (sponsored by Salvation Army Women’s Ministry)

11:00am Mankato’s Vine Stompers * - Entertainment Stage11:45am Lunch (compliments of Blue Earth Co. Fair & Friends of the Fair)

12:15pm Door prize winners announced12:20pm Senior Awards Ceremony/Century Farm Awards12:30pm DeVine Voices * - Entertainment Stage1:15pm Doug Ohman Pioneer Photographers (inside) Program “Golden Age of Agricultural” MN’s Farm Story

1:30pm Vine Garage Band * - Entertainment Stage2:30pm Pfeffer Card Tournament (inside)3:00pm Troy Fleming Musician - Entertainment Stage4:30pm Doug Ohman Pioneer Photographers (inside) Program “Icons on the Farm” Silos, Windmills & Grain Elevators

5:30pm Neverly Brothers Band * - Entertainment Stage

For more information contact Nicole Doyen, c/0 Blue Earth County FairPO Box 111, Mankato, MN 56002-0111 or email at [email protected].

Blue Earth County FairSenior Day Program

Thursday, July 26th, 2018(all activities will be taking place in the Entertainment Area Stage)

Some of the events are brought to you by theCarl & Verna Schmidt Foundation * Partically funded by a grant from Prairie Lakes Regional Art Center

TheNeverlyBrothers*

5:30pm

11 am

DeVine Voices *12:30 pm

1:30pm

Doug OhmanTroy Fleming

3 pm

Pfeffer Card tournaments

2:30 pm

PhotoBooth

$2.00strip of 3

FREE Blood Pressure Checks

byRasmussen

CollegeStudents

1:15 &4:30 pmshows

KartoonCaricaturesavailable

1–3 pm & 4–6 pm

GrandstandsEvents

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Featuring a

Kids Power Wheel Demo

2018FLASHBACK

CHAIN DERBYGarden City MN

Saturday, July 28th • 7pm

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For more information on any ot our Events go to —www.blueearthcountyfair.org

SUNDAYJuly 29th

Tractor Pull


ATVBarrelracing

EVENT

rain or Shine

Thursday, July 26th — 7pm

at the

Grandstands in Garden City

The Blue Earth County Fair

4 Classes – Full-Size • Light Build Truck • Compact • Mini Van/Truck/SUV


FrIDaY, July 27thPit Gates Open 2 pm for tech • 7 pm Start

2018

Compact

CarRaces

2pm Start

Gate opens 10am - registration starts at 10:00amCloses at 1:00pm sharp.

Lake Crystal Fire Dept

donating their services for this event.

Events Sponsors—

Arnolds of Mankato,

RDO of Mankato

DMI Dirt Merchants

Blue Earth Co Maint. Team

JO announcing

Vernon Center Fire Dept

donating their services for this event.

Good Thunder Fire Deptdonating their services for this event.

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Trophies will be Awarded

to Top 3 in Youth Classes.

First Place Trophy in Adult Class

with 100% Payback for Top 3 Places.

BIG Thank Youto our Local

Fire Depts fordonating their

services..


Beer GardensEntertainment Stage Lineup

The Blue Earth County Fair

Levi PelzerSat., July 28th

8 pm

Neverly

Brothers *Thurs., July 26th

5 pm

Fat CityAll StarsBandFriday, July 27th8 pm

DJKerns BrothersThurs., July 26th7 pm

TroyFleming**

Thurs., July 26th

3 pm

* Event partically funded by a grant from Prairie Lakes Regional Art Center

2018

1:15 &4:30 pm

shows

Doug Ohman

FundEd By

Blue Earth County Fair

Vine Garage Band* Thurs.,1:30 pm

DeVine Voices *

Thurs.,12:30 pm

Bandanas *Sat., July 28th1:00 pm

Pfeffer Card tournaments

thurs., 2:30 pm

** Events funded by a grant from Dept of Ag “Promote and Preserve Minnesota Agriculture.”

**

501 Draw Partner$10.00 Entry Fee

Limited to first 48 entries

tournament Starts at noon Signup 11:00 am in the Beer Gardens

DARTTournament

100% Payback

Saturday, July 28th

Questions Contact—Bob Shelton [email protected]

Dart Boardsdonated byC&n Sales

RockinWoody

Friday, July 27th5:30 pm


• Wood Building Craft Project (Brought to you by Home Depot) • Face Painting • Balloons Animals • Children IDs – Sheriff Dept • Ag Scavenger Hunt • And Much Much More!

FRIDAYJuly 27th, 2018

Farm Bureau Pavillon

Noon–7pm

Friday, July 27th

10am – 7pm

a Kids day Activitya Kids day ActivityFRIDAY, July 27th

10am –7pm

Face Painting Artist

Farm Bureau Pavillion

Come check out our tent next to the Free Stage.

at the Blue Earth County Fair.Kids DayWhat happening on

, 2018

at the Blue Earth County Fair.Kids Day

The

• Wood Building Craft Project(Brought to you by Home Depot)• Face Painting

• Balloons Animals • Children IDs – Sheriff Dept


TheTheTheTheHasse Family

Mobile Petting Zoo

OPEN10 am – 9 pm

Daily

Funded by the Mn dept of Ag Grant (Clean Water Land & Legacy Amendment)

www.hassefamily.com

• Children IDs – Sheriff Dept• Ag Scavenger Hunt

Southern MN Children’s Museum

ExploringSeed Growing

withkids of all ages!

Kids Day activities are brought to you by the Carl & Verna Schmidt Foundation

, 2018

Noon–7pm

, 2018Southern MNSouthern MNSouthern MNSouthern MNSouthern MN

activities forSpecial needs10am–noon

PhotoBooth$2.00strip of 3

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Sponsored by—AMBOy & VERnOn CEnTERFIRE DEpARTMEnTS


Kids Pedal Tractor PullCome Join D&S Pedal Pull

Kids 4–11 years old Welcome!

1:00PM

Registration 12:30pm

rOllInS arEnaSat., July 28th

Blue Earth County FairFarm Bureau Pavilion 2–5pm

Come and Watch area teams Compete and Scrimmage

Who will be the Best?Try your hand at it also!

VEX RoboticsscRimmagE

DemonstrationsSat., July 28th

New this years....and your looking to capture that picture or

pictures of you and your friends at the 2018 Blue Earth County Fair....visit our Photo Booth and create that keepsake.

PhotoBooth

Hand-on interactive agriculture experience that simulateddriving a combine and tractor.

The Ag Cab Lab project started in 1999.

Through partnerships with the •MNFarmBureauFoundation •MNCornGrowersAssociation •MNSoybeanResearch&PromotionCouncil •Case-IH •andotherbusinesses

The Ag Cab Lab is reaching millions of children and their families every year at County Fairs.

Kids of ALL ages will have a blastlearning!

Partially funded by a grant from the Dept of Ag “Promote and Preserve Minnesota Agriculture.”

Happenings in theHeritage Building

Six Simple Machines: The Settlers of Blue Earth County used the Six Simple Machines to help them build their roads, barns, homes, mills dams, boats and more. Come and try out the Six Simple machines that made life in Blue Earth County possible.

Building a log Home replica with hand tools using lumberfrom trees removed along Highway 22/Victory drive

Bobbin lace making and other home craft demonstrations

Hands-on History Discovery lab with activities, period clothing and hats, games and more

Maple River Heritage will host John Landsteiner, Olympic Gold Medal Curlingplus an exhibit on curling history.

DISPlaYS On Farmfest, Century Farms,

History of the BEC Fair, BEC Maps and WWI

lIFESaVErBEa

Blue Earth County Fair Blood drive


CoME DoNAtE soME BLooD

JUST 1 PINT MAYSAVE UP TO 3 LIVES!!

Saturday,

July 28th3rd

annual

Member FDIC


Coming to the Blue Earth County Fair

Free STAgeJuly 26th – July 29th

WonderfulWorld of Woody*

Phoenix Philosophy

Band

Karl Achilles“Magician” *

TheAmazingHoopsters

JasonRohman*

Saturday2 & 5 pm

SaturdayNight9:30pm

* Event partically funded by a Grant from Prairie Lakes Regional Art Center.

*

2018

Friday7pm

Saturday7:00 pm

SingingCowgirl *

Friday12–6 pm

Friday2 & 4 pm

Friday12–1:30 pm

EthanBecker

Raptor Center *University of MN

Sunday1:45 pm

Sunday12 & 3 pm

Veteran’s Program

Honoring our Veterans

Saturday, July 28th

1:00pm

PizzaEatingcontEst

FridayJuly 27th6:30pm

Near the Free Stage AreaSponsored by

Casey’s General Store

3 pm

FridayJuly 27th

Free Stage Area

Minnow Races Ice CreamEatingContest

Friday, July 27th6:45 PM

near Free Stage Area

Sponsored byCold Stone Creamery

4:45 PMNear the Free Stage

KidsTreasureHuntFridayJuly 27th

AmateurTalent Show

Sat., July 28th3pm

Pie Eating Contest

Sponsored byThe Dam Store

4:45 PMSaturday, July 28th

Near Free Stage Area

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Go to our website for moreinformation and the application.



SPONSORED bY

Musical groups and vocalists are allowed to perform a medley of tunes, but must remain within the four minute time limit. Judges decisions are final. Approximately 5 acts will be selected for each division as show participants. So get your Entry Forms in early! Winners in each division will advance to State Fair Competition.


AmateurTalent Show

Saturday, July 28th, 2018 • 3:00 pmBlue Earth County Fair Free Stage

Located in the building next Open Classnorthern Frights will be atthe Blue Earth County Fair

with some wild attractions.

• Clown 3-D Experience (kid friendly version)

• Zombie Paintball Shooting Gallery• Black Hole

OpEnnoon to Close

each day.

partially funded by a grant from the Dept of Ag “promote and preserve Minnesota Agriculture.”

Metal Crafter Arnie Lillo’sCrazy horseSculpture coming tothe Blue Earth County Fair

Arnie Lillo, a master metal crafter,who has been sculpting for many yearswill be bringing several metal figurines to the Fair. If you want to see more, his farm is located south of Mankato on Hwy 16.

Crazy Horse is 10’x12’ in size.

July 26th–29th, 2018

KnockerBall™ mankatoMankato, MN • Ofc 507-728-8849 Cell 507-848-9709 • [email protected]

Knocker Roll! • Knocker Flip!Knock Your Friends! • Knocker Soccer!

What is Knockerball™Knockerball™ is the all-encompassing, protective, safe, single- chambered ball of air with inner handles and shoulder straps that enables you to almost literally defy gravity and defy pain. You only need one to get started.

Knockerball has gone national, it’s sweeping the nation And it’s coming to the

BLUE EARTH COUnTy FAIRFRI-SUn

DSMInflatablesRides

24ftGiantSlide

2-28 feet of Obstacle Courses

ticket PricesAdvance $20.00Fair Time $25.00$10 per Day$8.00 Kids Day

Inflatables

FrIDaY OnlYInflatables Open to

Special needs10am–noon

rides locatednear the

Entertainment StageOpen 10am–Close

Cotton Candy

Games

Lemonade

515-423-9968


Thurs, July 26th

1–3pm and 4–6pm


InfinitelyFun!

FR EE!at the


Schoolhouseneeds Volunteersto be Open during the Fair Hours

email—[email protected]

If interested in sitting in the schoolhouse during theBlue Earth County Fair, please contact the Fair and let us know days and hours you would be interested in volunteering.


Fun at the FairDock Dogs coming to the

Minnesota’s Premier Dock Jumping Clubwww.dockdogsnorthernstars.com

Facebook: DockDogs Northern Stars - DDNS

Bringing the Sport of Dock Jumping to your Backyard

tO rEGIStEr - Please go to www.dockdogs.com - click on the Membership and Event Registration button at top of thepage. If you have already registered your team enter your handler information. If you are new, you will need to

register you and your dog(s) as a team, then sign up for what waves you would like to participate in. Whenregistering, follow the prompts to complete the process and pay by using your credit card.

NOTE: there is no fee to obtain handler ID. See fees below.

There is a $5.00 per car, per day admission to the Blue Earth County FairPre-registration will close Thursday, July 27, 2017 at 11:45AM (Pre-Reg for a wave will close at 30 participants)a number of On-site registration will be available only as space permits. You must arrive one hour prior to the start of the wave in which you would like to compete. See fees below.lEt’S trY DOCKDOGS - Onsite Registration only, $15.00 Registration fee. Open dock time to practice and learn the sport, for a limited amount of time. Registration fee will be applied to future wave, if applicable.Pre-Registration Entry Fees$27.00 / team per Big Air, Speed Retrieve, Extreme Vertical Competition or Iron Dog Scoring (Pre-Reg Limited to 30 dogs per Big Air, 30 dogs for Speed Retrieve Waves, 18 dogs for Extreme Vertical)On-Site Registration Entry Fees$30.00 / team per Big Air, Speed Retrieve, Extreme Vertical Competition or Iron Dog Scoring (Limited to a total of 40 dogs per Big Air, 40 dogs for Speed Retrieve Waves, 28 dogs for Extreme Vertical)Please check out the website for more information on other activities and map to the venue.Load & Unload access only.Hotels:Budget Host Inn, 1255 Range St, Mankato, MN 56001 (507) 388-1644

This DockDogs event is open to any dog/handler team who wishes to enter.Event Format: Outdoor Big air®, Extreme Vertical™ & Speed retrieve™

EVEnt rEGIStratIOn

Friday, July 27th Registration Opens 9:00 amFriday, July 27th Big Air Wave #1 10:00 amFriday, July 27th Speed Retrieve #1 11:30 amFriday, July 27th Big Air Wave #2 1:00 pmFriday, July 27th Big Air Wave #3 2:30 pmFriday, July 27th Big Air Wave #4 4:00 pm

Saturday, July 28th Registration Opens 9:00 amSaturday, July 28th LEt’s try DoCkDoGs 10am – NoonSaturday, July 28th Big Air Wave #5 12:30 pmSaturday, July 28th Big Air Wave #6 2:00 pmSaturday, July 28th Extreme Vertical 3:30 pm

Sunday, July 29th Registration Opens 9:00 amSunday, July 29th Speed Retrieve #2 10:00 amSunday, July 29th Big Air Wave #7 11:30 amSunday, July 29th CHECk iN For FiNALs 1:30 pmSunday, July 29th Youth Showcase 2:00 pmSunday, July 29th Big Air Wave Finals 2:30 pm

Blue earth County Fair340 Fairgrounds St, Garden City, MN 56034

July 27th -29th, 2018

Save the Date 2019 Blue Earth County Fair isJuly 25th – 28th

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For the full photo contest rules,

visit our website at www.blueearthcountyfair.o

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Must be 5yrs or older.

Photo must be takenat the Blue earth County Fair.

one PhoTo PeR PARTICIPAnT.

BIG thanks tothese Fire Depts—lake Crystal, Vernon Center, Good thunder,South Bend and amboythat made thisevent possible.

Safety TrailertRAvELINg

locatednear

Exhibit Hall

Coming to the FairBringing Agricultural Safety programs for you to explore.

Some of the activities you’ll see are— • GrainBinSafety • AgricultureChemicalSafety • DevelopinganAgSafetyPlanforyourFarm • GeneralAgSafetyPresentation


What is Knockerball™Knockerball™ is the all-encompassing,

protective, safe, single- chambered ball of air with inner handles and shoulder straps that enables you to almost literally defy gravity and

defy pain. You only need one to get started.

If you liked King Arthur or

Robin Hood as a kid, come

check out our fighting arena.

Test your skills against the troll,

one of our warriors or

your best friend.

Foam Fighting at the Fair!AmtgardJuly 26th–29th, 2018

is coming to the Blue Earth County Fair!

Be sure to come early and sign-up to fight the Troll.

TheTroll...oh My!

Located near the Inflatable Rides

defy pain. You only need one to get started.

Look for theAntiqueTractorsAgain thisYear

near the Free stage Area

Fun at the Fair

Look for his tent along the west side of the fairgrounds loop.

Scott BetoWoodcarving Demos Daily

Check out the silent auction tent

for Scott’s carvings.

Chain Saw Artist 10 amto

9 pm

Cell 507-848-9709Ofc [email protected]

What is Knockerball™

Knockerball has gone national,

it’s sweeping the nation and it’s

coming to the Blue Earth County

Fair Friday – Sunday.


DSMInflatablesRides

ThiseventisparticallyfundedbyaGrantfromPrairieLakesRegionalArtCenter

July 26th – 29th, 2018

GardenCityMinnesota

Others Infaltables ComingVelcro Wall, Clown Face, Bungee-Run,

4-1 Combos and much more.

rides located near theEntertainment Area Stage

Open 10am–Close

DockDogsJumping EventFri., Sat. & Sun

July 27th–29th

ticket PricesAdvance $20.00Fair Time $25.00$10 per Day$8.00 Kids Day

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Various Metal

scultpures by

Arnie Lillo will be

on display during

the Fair.

PhotoBooth$2.00strip of 3


ThiseventisparticallyfundedbyaGrantfromPrairieLakesRegionalArt

Thurs., July 26th — Sat., July 28th


air with inner handles and shoulder straps that enables you to almost literally defy gravity and

defy pain. You only need one to get started.Find Mein theExhibit

Hall

Partially funded by a grant from the Dept of Ag.

BE SURE toCHECK out the

silent auction anddrawing for one of

Scott Beto’s chain saw master pieces in our

CommericalBuilding.

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Blue earth County Fair Premium Book


RidesRidesRidesRidesRidesRides

Blue

— Sat., July 28th


Hasse Family

Mobile Petting Zoo

OPEN10 am – 9 pm

Daily

Funded by the

Mn dept of Ag Grant

(Clean Water Land &

Legacy Amendment)

The

www.hassefamily.com

See AdPage 15


AMAzInG hooPSTeR lIGhT ShoWSaturday, July 28th, 2018 • 9:30 pm Show

FrEEStAGEArEA

Thursday, July 26th7pm in the Rollins Arena

PrIZES will given to

the winning teams

in each division!

No Agricultural Experience Needed!Teams of 4 competing in 4 age categories. Some of the activities are Egg & spoon Pony obstacle Course, Hay stacking, Gunny sack races, Animal roping, Wheel Barrow Races, Water Brigade and Much More!

Pre-Registration EncouragedAg Olympics Registration Flyer is online at www.blueearthcountyfair.org

Ag Olympic Contest7th Annual

Education Winged ambassador raptors give peoplea beak to nose educational experience they will never forget!

raptorCenterUMM

Established in 1974 as part of the University of MN College of Veterinary Medicine, The Raptor Center rehabilitates around 1,000 sick and injured raptors each year, while helping to identify emerging environmental issues related to raptor health and populations.

• You will learn why Raptures are different from other birds.• You will hear positive and negative impact, we as humans, have on their

environment.• You will hear some of our greatest environmental success stories, such as

the peregrine falcon and the bald eagle come backs.• You will learn about The Raptor Center and its important role in

protecting raptors and the world we share with them.• You will leaves feeling inspired and empowered, having learned specific

things that you can do to help protect raptors and their environment.

sunday1:45pmFree stage


Vernon Center lumber, Walmart, Drummers, Becky’s Floral, Edenvale nursery, Flowers by Jeanie, Ball Jar, HyVee, Graf’s Home

Furnishings, Inspired Photography, Doyen Farms, King arthur Flour, red Star Yeast, Stelters and Deep Valley Quilters

Qa BIG Thank you to our 2017 Open Class Sponsors without

them, we wouldn’t have had the success we had last year.

2017 OPEN CLASS SPONSORS

2018 OPEN CLASS CONTEST CATEGORIES

2nd Annual ~ Sweepstakes EntriesEntry Day: Wednesday, July 25, 2018 from 8am to 6pm

Release Time: Sunday, July 29, 2018 from 4-6pmJudging: thursday Noon – Saturday 9pm – People’s choice

Premiums: $4.00; $3.00; $2.00

DIVISION N – New Trends DIVISION K – Homemaking

DIVISION F – Veggies & Potatoes

DIVISION L – Fine Arts

Class 5 – ScarecrowsAll are judged together

Do you want to build a scarecrow? Come up with a fun theme to decorate your scarecrow. Enter as an individual or group.

Lot N05020

Class 1 – tablescapesAll are judged together

“summer Fun” is the theme. Let’s see what you can do with a card table and a little creativity. include linens, 1 table setting and a menu for a summer day.

Lot N01005

Class 2 – PalletsPallet Furinture

Make something for your home from a pallet, then enter it here!

Size should be no bigger than4 x 5ft base max., 4 ft height

Lot N02007 indicate age

Class 6 – Gift BasketsCelebrate the Fair in Gift Basket style.

Basket can be any item holding others.Include a minimum of 3 baked goods.

Be creative and think “outside the basket” to celebrate our old fashioned fair.Lot N06021 indicate age

Class 3 – trash to treasuretake something old and make it

new. reuse, renew orre-purpose any item into

something artistic or functional.N03009 Artistic

N03010 Functional

Class 10– CostumesAll are judged together

Embellish and trim as desired

K10063 • K10064 • K10065K10066 • K10067 • K10068

Indicate age.

Mr potato HeadBring your own from home, already decorated to enter in the Division F—Mr Potato Head and the sweepstakes or join us Thursday, Friday or Saturday 1–4pm to create one at the Fair to be placed in the Sweepstakes Contest!

Indicate age.

Class 3, 10 &17–Lego ManiaLove building with those colorful plastic blocks? Design an original sculpture. No kits for this one. size limit is 2x4 ft.

L03021 Adult • L10110 JuniorL17200 Child

Class 4 & 11–Photo ContestTheme: Kids on the Farm

-Must be a color photo -Must be taken by exhibitor -Matte or mount on tagboard. Velcro will

be attached for displaying -optional: title for photo (no names included)

L04035 Adult • L11116 Junior

DIVISION H – FlowersClass 23 –Combination Container

Fairy GardensCreate a tiny, whimsical garden with plants, fairies and other fun items. Use any type of container to go with your theme.

Lot H23243

DIVISION I – CulinaryKing arthur Flour Baking Contest

See page 24 for more information

red Star Yeast Contestsee page 25 for more information

neW in 2018

Baked with Herbs

Check it out

Open Class in 2018 DemosDemonstrations throughout each day.

We are currently filling our schedulefor all 4 days of the Fair.

IF yOU WAnT TO DEMOnSTRATE,pLEASE COnTACT KIM AT 507-514-7478

Check out our website atwww.blueearthcountyfair.orgfor a schedule of Demonstrations.

We will have it up by June 30th.Updates will be added as they come in.

“Come to the Open Class buildingto learn something fun.”

DIVISION J – CanningBall Fresh Preserving award Contest

see page 26 for more information

Open Class, 4-H & ExhibitorsThe Blue Earth County Fair Association acknowledges the time you are taking to

participate in our Fair. Thank you!

Thank You


ReGulATIonS1. Competition for premiums is open to all who wish to enter.2. The Society will not assume any responsibility for (disease,

sickness, injury,) loss or damage to exhibits contracted during the fair.

3. No person will be permitted to distribute advertising matter on the grounds except from their place of business or exhibit. The tacking or posting of any advertisements, or distribution of bills, cards, flyers, etc. except within the area occupied by the exhibitor is prohibited. Anyone violating this rule will be liable to fine and expulsion from the grounds as the Board of Directors may elect.

4. If for any reason whatsoever the general receipts of the Society are reduced or diminished, then the Society does not guarantee full payment of premiums listed in this book.

5. The management will not be responsible for typographical errors in this book, but should-any occur, they will be interpreted by Board of Directors.

6. The Board of Directors reserves the final and absolute right to interpret these Rules and regulations.

7. Any person knowingly violating any of the rules of this Society will thereby forfeit all rights to any premiums that may be awarded to them.THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS RESERVES THE FINALAND ABSOLUTE RIGHT AT ANY TIME TO REFUSE

ENTRIES, OR PROHIBIT THE EXHIBITIONOF ANIMALS OR ARTICLES ENTERED

enTRY PRoCeDuReS AnD exhIBITSWed 8 am–6 pm

1. All entries must be made on or before the first day of the fair. ALL ENTRIES MUST BE MADE AND EXHIBITS IN PLACE BY 6:00 PM ON THE FIRST DAY OF THE FAIR AND MAY NOT BE REMOVED UNTIL SUNDAY. DO NOT REMOVE ANY EXHIBIT UNLESS YOU HAVE CHECKED WITH THE SUPERINTENDENT OF THAT DEPARTMENT. (Special rules cover 4-H department). Monday - after fair - office open 9 am-11 am to pick up leftover items.

2. The Fair Board reserves the right to limit the number of entries if space is unavailable. The management will endeavor to arrange for space for all qualified exhibitors. However, if present accommodations are exhausted, the management reserves the right to close entries at any time.

3. Stock and articles must be entered in the name of the bonafide owners.

4. No person shall enter an article that has heretofore been exhibited and a premium paid thereon in the same lot except in certain designated classes.

5. All articles exhibited must be the property of the exhibitor and except in the designated classes must be made, manufactured, or raised during the past 12 months by the exhibitor.

6. Not more than one entry can be made in the same lot by any exhibitor, exception in Homemaking class. When more than one entry is made by the same family, proof of ownership must be shown to the superintendent of that division.

7. No article or livestock shall compete for more than one premium. This rule does not bar sweepstake or special award competition.

8. No article will be allowed to compete for cash premiums that is not named and numbered in the premium list. Articles not listed may be displayed upon approval of the division superintendent. A request can be made to the Board of Directors to make provisions for additional classes or lots in succeeding years.

9. Exhibitors will be furnished with cards containing exhibitor number, division, class and lot designation and description of the articles. Such cards must be attached to or be in close contact with the article to which they belong.

10. All stock must be purebred except market poultry or recognized hybrids. In the case of hybrids, proof of the breeding must be furnished to the division superintendent.

11. Minnesota Livestock Sanitary Board rules and regulations governing exhibition of livestock and poultry in Minnesota, will apply to livestock and poultry exhibited at the Fair. For information regarding these rules see your veterinarian.

12. Each person exhibiting livestock must present to the official veterinarian a certificate of health before the entry is accepted.

13. Only varieties recommended by the Minnesota Crop Improvement Association of the Agriculture Extension Service shall compete for premiums.

14. All roots shall be cleaned and trimmed for exhibition.15. No former prize winnings are to be displayed before judging

in the class is completed.16. It is the policy of the Blue Earth County Fair to award

ribbons to all entries, except those disqualified.

JuDGInG1. Open class will begin Thursday morning, except flowers and

gardening which will be started Wednesday.2. Awards shall be designated by ribbons or cards as follows:

championship - purple; first - blue; second - red; third - white.

3. Judges will report to the Secretary for instruction prior to beginning their work

4. The superintendent or assistant of a division shall assist the awarding Judges as clerk and shall make a written entry on the record of award made. This record when completed shall be signed by the Judges and returned to the Secretary.

5. The Superintendent of each division shall check to see that each article entered on the record book is present and properly arranged before the Judges proceed to place the entries. If an article cannot be found, the Judges shall be so informed.

6. Should any article be entered in the wrong lot and the error be discovered before the judging, the Superintendent may make proper correction in the entry.

7. Any interference by the exhibitor to influence or dictate the decision of the Judges will be sufficient cause for excluding his or her entry from competition and must be reported to the Secretary by the superintendent of the division.

Important Dates—Pre-Registration Deadline: Tuesday, July 24th at 9pm.Entry Day: Wednesday, July 25th from 8 am–6 pm. ALL Entries.Judging: Wednesday, July 25 at 6pm Flowers ONLY.Judging: Thursday, July 26th starts at 8am General Exhibits. –Thursday Noon to Saturday 9pm is Sweepstakes Entry voting.Release/Pickup: Sunday, July 29th between 4–6pm.Open Class Buildings Hours: 10am–9pm daily during the fair.Entry Day Instructions—1. Enter through front gate (no parking fees on Wednesday).2. You may park in front of the Open Class Building to unload,

then move your vehicle after.3. Pre-registration is recommended to make Entry Day easier. If

you have not pre-registered, please have your items and Division and Class numbers ready upon arrival.

4. You will pay your entry fee, receive your tags and volunteers will be there to help place your items.

5. Registration closes at 6pm sharp, NO EXCEPTIONS.

2018 BECF Open Class Information


8. The Superintendent of a division may request the Judge in his division to state the reason for awards if such a request is made by an exhibitor or spectator.

9. The decision of the Judges shall be final in all cases except where mistakes, fraud or misrepresentation not discovered at the time the award is made, is apparent. In such cases the Board of Directors decision is final.

10. An exhibitor may make a written protest of a decision of a Judge to the Superintendent of the division within three hours after the time the award was made.

11. All protests shall be settled by the Board of Directors at a meeting when all parties concerned will be notified to appear.

12. No former prize winnings are to be displayed before judging in the class is completed.

13. It is the policy of the Blue Earth County Fair to award ribbons to all entries, except those disqualified.

PReMIuMS1. Premiums will be paid when entries are picked up on the last day

of the Fair or at the discretion of the Board.2. Premiums will not be paid on articles (or animals) removed from

exhibition before designated time on the last day of the Fair.3. Where there is no competition, first premium may be awarded

but money paid will be based on recommendations of the judge relative to the merit of the exhibit. No award will be made if the exhibit does not merit an award.

4. Premiums will not be awarded for articles (or animals) of inferior merit, although there is no competition.

5. Premium ribbons amounts are as follow—Blue $2.00, Red $1.50, and White $1.00.

6. Sponsor gifts are awarded to Grand and Reserve Grand Champions and Champion and Reserve Champions as specified by donor.

DIVISIon D — PoulTRYRead thoroughly! All Poultry must be entered Wednesdayevening from 6–10 pm following the 4-H judging schedule.

Open Class Poultry entries must be postmarked by July 15th. Late entries will not be accepted! Mail entries, fees, phone number and health papers to Owen Dickey, 10945 550th Av., Amboy, MN 56010, 507-674-3452.Entry fee - 4-H’ers is $.25 per bird. All others $1.00.All chickens and turkeys must be officially tested for typhoid and pullorum disease and found negative within 90 days prior to the fair or originate from parent stock within 12 months of the fair as U.S. pullorum-typhoid clean. A statement on official forms showing test results as conducted by an approved testing agent or certification of origin, together with identification of each bird by band number will be required. All entries of chickens, geese, ducks, turkeys and pigeons must be made singly and identified as cock, cockerel, hen, pullet, young trio or old trio. Premiums will be paid on all varieties recognized by the American Standard of Perfection, considered worthy of premium by our judge. The society will not be responsible for any loss or accident. Band your birds for your own protection. The entries will be carefully tended and every possible precaution will be taken to prevent damage or loss. All exhibitors will be responsible for the feeding and watering of their own exhibits. Any exhibit found to be poorly

maintained will forfeit all premium money. Any sick bird will be removed from the show at the discretion of the superintendents.

LARGE FOWL CLASSESClass 1 - Asiatic, all varieties, Cochins, Brahmas,Langshans.Class 2 - American, all varieties; Plymouth Rocks, Dominiques,

Wyandotes, Javas, Rhode Island Reds, Rhodes Island Whites, Buckeyes, Chanticleers, Jersey Giants, Lamonas,New Hampshires, Hollands, Delawares.

Class 3 - Mediterranean, all varieties; Leghorns, Minorcas, Spanish, Andalusians, Anconas, Buttercups, Catalanas.

Class 4 - English, all varieties; Dorkings, Orpingtons, Redcaps, Cornish, Sussex, Australorps.

Class 5 - Continental, all varieties; Hamburgs, Bamevelders, Campines, Lakenvelders, Welsummers, Polish, Houdana, Crevecoeurs, La Fleche, Faverolles.

Class 6 - All other standard breeds, all varieties, Modem Games, Old English Games, Sumatras, Malays, Shamos, Cubalayas, Phoenix, Yokohamas, Aseels, Sultans Frizzles, Naked Necks, Araucanas, Ameraucanas.

Class 7 Hybrids, all varieties; Cornish Rock, Indian River.

BANTAM CLASSESClass 8 - Game Bantams, all varieties, Modern Games, Old

English Games.Class 9 - Single comb clean legged, all varieties, 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 10 - Rose comb clean legged, all varieties; Anconas, Antwerp Belgians, Dominiques, Dorkings, Hamburgs, Leghorns, Minorcas, Redcaps, Rhode Island Reds, Rhode Island Whites, Rosecombs, Sebrights, Wyandones.

Class 11 - All other combs clean legged, all varieties; Ameraucana, Araucanas, Buckeyes, Chanticleers, Cornish, Crevecoeurs,Cubulayas, Houdans, La Fleche, Malays, Polish, Shamos, Bunercups’ Sumatras, Yokohamas.

Class 12 - Feather legged, all varieties, Booted, Brahmas Cochins, Faverolles, Frizzles, Langshans, Silkies, Sultans.

DUCKSClass 13 - Pekings Class 18 - RunnerClass 14 - Rouens Class 19 - Call DuckClass 15 - Muscovy Class 20 - East IndiaClass 16 - Buff Class 21 - Any Other DuckClass 17 - Cavuga

GEESEClass 22 - Toulouse Class 26 - PomeranianClass 23 - Emuden Class 27 - American BuffClass 24 - African Class 28 - ChineseClass 25 - Sebastopol Class 29 - Any Other Goose

TURKEYSClass 30 - Bronze Class 33 - Royal PalmClass 31 - White Holland Class 34 - Any Other TurkeyClass 32 - Bourbon Red

PIGEONSClass 35 - Fantails Class 38 - TumblersClass 36 - Kings Class 39 - RollersClass 37 - Trumpeters Class 40 - Any Other Pigeon


DIVISIon e — GRAIn AnD CoRnAll grain and seed entries must be in a one gallon jar with only 2 quarts of grain or seed in it.

(must be grown in the previous season)CLASS 1 - CORNE01001 - Shelled corn (2 quarts) E01002 – Corn (10 ears) E01003 – Any corn not listed (10 ears)

CLASS 2 – GRAIN & SEED- Must have variety Name attached to jar or listed on Entry tag.E02004 – Alfalfa (seed) E02005 – Barley (malting) E02006 – Barley (feed)E02007 – Clover, medium red E02008 – Clover, sweet E02009 – FlaxE02010 – Oats E02011 – Soybeans E02012 – Wheat, winter E02013 – Wheat, spring

DIVISIon F — VeGeTABleS & PoTAToeSCheck out our website for more information and tips on exhibiting your vegetables, www.blueearthcountyfair.org.

CLASS 1 – VEGETABLESF01000 – Beans, purple (16)F01001 – Beans, green (16) F01023 – Onions, white (3 specimens)F01002 – Beans, wax (16) F01024 – Onions, red (3 specimens)F01003 – Beets (6 specimens) F01025 – Pumpkin, pie (1 specimen)F01004 – Broccoli (1) F01026 – Parsnips (6 specimens)F01005 – Brussel Sprouts (6 specimens) F01027 – Peas, in pod (1 pint)F01006 – Cabbage, pointed, green, any variety (1 specimen) F01028 – Peppers, green (3 specimens)F01007 – Cabbage, round, green, any variety (1 specimen) F01029 – Peppers, hot (3 specimens)F01008 – Cabbage, red, any variety (1 specimen) F01030 – Radishes (6 specimens)F01009 – Cabbage, flat any variety (1 specimen) F01031 – Rhubarb (6 stalks)F01010 – Carrots, for table use (6 specimens) F01032 – Rutabagas (3 specimens)F01011 – Cauliflower (1 specimen) F01033 – Shallots (1 pint)F01012 – Cucumbers, pickling (1 dozen specimens) F01034 – Squash , winter (1 specimen)F01013 – Cucumbers, table use (6 specimens) F01035 – Squash, summer (1 specimen)F01014 – Eggplant (1 specimen) F01036 – Swiss chard (1 plant)F01015 – Gooseberry (1/2 pint) F01037 – Sweet potatoes (2 specimens)F01016 – Gourds, best collection (6 different kinds) F01038 – Sweet corn, best exhibits (3 ears)F01017 – Groundcherries (1 pint) – (shucked) F01039 – Tomatoes, yellow (6 specimens)F01018 – Kohlrabi (6 specimens) F01040 – Tomatoes, cherry yellow (1 pints)F01019 – Melon, musk (1 specimen) F01041 – Tomatoes, red (3 specimens)F01020 – Melon, water, round (1 specimen) F01042 – Tomatoes, cherry red (1 pt)F01021 – Melon, water, long (1 specimen) F01043 – Other vegetable not listedF01022 – Onions, yellow (3 specimens) F01044 – Best Collection of 8 diff. kinds of veg.

CLASS 2 – HEAVIEST VEGETABLESF02045 – Heaviest Cabbage F02047 – Heaviest Pumpkin F02049 – Heaviest Tomato F02051 – Heaviest, any not listedF02046 – Heaviest Potato F02048 – Heaviest Squash F02050 – Heaviest Watermelon

CLASS 3 – POTATOES (washed but not scrubbed) (10 specimens) F03052 – Yukon Gold F03054 – Norland F03056 – Russet Burbank F03058 – BlueF03053 – Kennebec F03055 – Red Pontiac F03057 – Norgold F03059 – Any not Listed

DIVISIon G — FRuITA plate of apples or pears must consist of exactly 5 specimens; grapes 2 bunches, crabs and hybrids 8 specimens,

plums 6 specimens. Stems should remain on fruit but leaves should be removed.

G01001 – Apples (5 specimens) G01003 – Crabapples (8 specimens) G01005 – Grapes ( 2 bunches) G01007 – Any not listedG01002 – Berries (1/2 pint) G01004 – Plums ( 6 specimens) G01006 – Pears (5 specimens) Fruit (5 specimens

DIVISIon h — FloWeRSCheck out our website for more information and tips on exhibiting your flowers, www.blueearthcountyfair.org.

CLASS 1 – GARDEN FLOWERSH01001 – Ageratum (3 stems) H01033 – Gerber Daisy (1 stem)H01002 – Alyssum (3 stems) H01034 – Gold Cosmos (3 stems)H01003 – Asters, annual (3 stems) H01035 – Hallopsia (3 stems)H01004 – Asters, perennial (3 stems) H01036 – Hydrangia (1 stem)H01005 – Astilbe (2 stems) H01037 – Lantana (3 stems)H01006 – Baby Breath, annual (3 stems) H01038 – Larkspur (3 stems)H01007 – Baby Breath, perennial (3 stems) H01039 – Liatris (3 stems)H01008 – Bachelor Buttons, annual (3 stems) H01040 – Lupin (1 stem)H01009 – Bachelor Buttons, perennial (3 stems) H01041 – Marigold, double 3” & up ( 3 blooms)H01010 – Calendula ( 3 stems) H01042 – Marigold, double 11\2 – 2 1\2” & up (3 blooms)

ALL flowers & plant exhibits MUST have been grown within the last year. All specimens MUst be displayed in clear glass containers and have exact number of blooms posted. superintendents reserve the right to dispose of any specimens showing severe wilting, spoilage or damage.


H01011 – Campenilla-balloon flower (3 stems) H01043 – Marigold, crested ¾ - 2” & up (3 blooms)H01012 – Canterbury Bells (3 stems) H01044 – Marigold, single ¾ - 2” & up (3 blooms)H01013 – Carnation (5 blooms) H01045 – Mondra (Bee Balm) (3 blooms)H01014 – Cleome (5 stems) H01046 – Nasturtium (3 stems)H01015 – Cleosia ( coxcomb) plumed (3 stems) H01047 – Nicotiana (3 stems)H01016 – Cleosia ( coxcomb) crested (3 stems) H01048 – Nigella (5 stems)H01017 – Chrysanthemums, small (3 stems) H01049 – Pansy (3 stems)H01018 – Chrysanthemums, large (3 stems) H01050 – Petunias (3 stems)H01019 – Coral Bells (3 stems) H01051 – Rose Mallow (1 stem)H01020 – Coreopsis (3 stems) H01052 – Rudbeckia (3 blooms)H01021 – Cosmos single (3 stems) H01053 – Russian Sage (3 stems)H01022 – Cosmos double (3 stems) H01054 – Snapdragons, (3 stems)H01023 – Daisy gloriosa (3 blooms) H01055 – Statice (3 stems)H01024 – Daisy painted (3 blooms) H01056 – Sweetpeas, annual (3 stems)H01025 – Daisy shastas (3 blooms) H01057 – Sweetpeas, perennial (3 stems)H01026 – Delphinium (1 stem) H01058 – Sweet William (3 stems)H01027 – Dianthus ( 5 stems) H01059 – Tansy ( 3 stems)H01028 – Everlastings (3 stems) H01060 – Verbena (3 stems)H01029 – Fever Few (3 stems) H01061 – Viola (3 stems)H01030 – Flowering Kate (1 stem) H01062 – Wild Flowers/Prairie Flowers (3 stems)H01031 – Foxglove H01063 – Yarrow (3 stems)H01032 – Galardia (3 stems) H01064 – Any not listed (3 stems or blooms)

CLASS 2 – ZINNIASH02065 – Dwarf up to 1½”(5 blooms) H02067 – Giant(3 stems) 4” & up H02070 – Fringed (3 stems)H02066 – Large (3 stems) 2 - 3.5” H02069 – Green (3 stems) H02071 – Any not listed (3 stems)

CLASS 3 – CONE FLOWERS – 1 stem H03072 – White H03074 – Pink H03076 – Yellow H03078 – Any not listedH03073 – Red H03075 – Green H03077 – Purple

CLASS 4 – Petunias – 3 stemsH04079 – Red, Single H04081 – White, Single H04083 – Blue, Single H04085 – Any not listed – SingleH04080 – Pink, Single H04082 – Purple, Single H04084 – Bi-Colored, Single H04086 – Bi-Colored Double

H04087 – Any not Listed – DoubleCLASS 5 - PHLOX – 1 stemH05088 – Pink H05089 – Purple H05090 – White H05091 – Any not listed

CLASS 6 – SALVIA- 3 stemsH06092 – Red H06093 – Bi-Color H06094 – Any not listed CLASS 7 – DAHLIASH07095 – Two toned(3 blooms) H07097 – Miniature 3”-4”(3 blms) H07098 – Medium 5-8”(1 bloom) H07100 – Cactus (1 bloom)H07096 – Pompon, 2”/under (3 blms) H07099 – Large, 9”& over(1 blm) H07101 – Any not listed(3 stems)

CLASS 8– LILIES (1 spike)H08102 – Cala H08104 – Day H08106 – Tiger H08108 – MysteryH08103 – Asiatic H08105 – Oriental H08107 – Trumpet H08109 – Any not listed

CLASS 9 – GLADIOLUS (1 spike of each)H09110 – White H09114 – Pink H09118 – Salmon H09122 – Bi-ColorH09111 – Yellow H09115 – Rose H09119 – Purple H09123 – BlueH09112 – Orange H09116 – Red H09120 – Lavender H09124 – Any other colorH09113 – Cream H09117 – Deep Red H09121 – Green

CLASS 10 – ROSES (1 stem of each)H10125 – Tea H10127 – Miniature H10129 – Any other not listedH10126 – Floribunda H10128 – Shrub

CLASS 11 – FOLIAGE- non bloomingH11130 – Artemisea-2 stems H11133 – Sedum, not in flower-3 stems H11136 – Fern-2 stems H11139 – Any others not listedH11131 – Coleus-2 stems H11134 – Dusty Miller-1 stem H11137 – Grasses – 3 stemsH11132 – Coral Bells-2 leaves H11135 – Elephant Ears -1 leaf H11138 – Euphorbia-snow on mountain

CLASS 12 – SUNFLOWER ( HELIANTHUS) 1 stemH12140 – Any Sunflower

CLASS 13 – HOSTA – SMALL (leaves 1/2” – 1 ¼” wide) 1 leafH13141 – Solid Blue H13144 – Solid Green, Rounded H13147 – Varigated or Striped H13149 – Blue EdgedH13142 – Solid Green, Pointed H13145 – Green Edged, Variety H13148 – Yellow Edged H13150 – Any Not ListedH13143 – Solid Gold or Yellow H13146 – White Edged, Variety


CLASS 14 – HOSTA – MEDIUM (leaves 1 ¼” – 3” wide) 1 leafH14151 – Solid Blue H14154 – Solid Green, Rounded H14157 – Varigated or Striped H14159 – Blue EdgedH14152 – Solid Green, Pointed H14155 – Green Edged, Variety H14158 – Yellow Edged H14160 – Any Not ListedH14153 – Solid Gold or Yellow H14156 – White Edged, Variety

CLASS 15 – HOSTA – LARGE (leaves 3 ½” or more wide) 1 leafH15161 – Solid Blue H15164 – Solid Green, Rounded H15167 – Varigated or Striped H15169 – Blue EdgedH15162 – Solid Green, Pointed H15165 – Green Edged, Variety H15168 – Yellow Edged H15170 – Any Not ListedH15163 – Solid Gold or Yellow H15166 – White Edged, Variety

CLASS 16 - AMATEUR ARRANGEMENT*H16171 – Creative Arrangement H16173 – Medium Vase 11” – 18”H16172 – Large Vase 19” or above H16174 – Small Vase 10” or smallerCLASS 17 – PROFESSIONAL ARRANGEMENT*H17175 – Creative Arrangement H17177 – Medium Vase 11” – 18”H17176 – Large Vase 19” or above H17178 – Small Vase 10” or smallerCLASS 18 – JUNIOR ARRANGEMENT* – 17 years or youngerH18179 – Creative Arrangement H18181 – Medium Vase 11” – 18”H18180 – Large Vase 19” or above H18182 – Small Vase 10” or smaller

CLASS 19 – JUNIOR CLASS CUT FLOWERSH19183 – Marigold (3 stems) H19186 – Rudbeckia-Blackeyed Susan (3 stems) H19189 – Cosmos (3 stems)H19184 – Petunias (3 stems) H19187 – Sunflowers ( 1 stem) H19190 – Daisy, any variety (3 stems)H19185 – Coxcomb (3 stems) H19188 – Bachelor Button ( 1 stem) H19191 – Any Not Listed

CLASS 20 – POTTED HERBSH20192 – Garlic Chives H20195 – Oregano H20198 – Marjoram H20201 – BasilH20193 – Onion Chives H20196 – Laurel H20199 – Thyme H20202 – Sweet BayH20194 – Parsley H20197 – Rosemary H20200 – Lemon Grass H20203 – Any Not Listed Herb

CLASS 21 – CONTAINER GARDENING – LABEL PLANT WITH WATERING INSTRUCTIONSH21204 – Aloe H21208 – Christmas Cactus H21213 – Ivy, Geranium H21218 – Purple PassionH21205 – Asparagus Fern H21209 – Coleus H21214 – Jade Plant H21219 – Spider PlantH21206 – Cactus H21210 – Hen and Chicks H21215 – Peperomia H21220 – Snake PlantH21207 – Caladium H21211 – Fern, Boston H21216 – Philodendron H21221 – Wandering Jew

H21212 – Ivy H21217 – Polka Dot H21222 – Any Not ListedCLASS 22 – FLOWERING CONTAINERH22223 – African Violet H22227 – Gerber Daisy H22231 – Geranium, IvyH22224 – Begonia Wax H22228 – Geranium, White H22232 - ImpatienaH22225 – Begonia Rex H22229 – Geranium, Red H22233 – New Guinia - ImpatienH22226 – Begonia Tuberous H22230 – Geranium, Pink H22234 – Oxalis (shamrock)

H22235 – Any Not ListedCLASS 23 – COMBINATION CONTAINERH23236 – Combination of plants in 8” container H23240 – 2-4 5” Plants in baskets H23243 – Fairy Garden (Contest page)H23237 – Combination of plants in 12” container H23241 – Novelty Container H23244 – Hanging BasketH23238 – Combination of plants in 14” container H23242 – Dish Garden H23245 – Any Not Listed ContainerH23239 – Combination of plants in 16” container

CLASS 24 – FLOWER CONTESTH24246 – Petunia Stem with the most blooms H24249 – 1 Largest Sunflower from flower to rootH24247 – 1 Hosta leaf larger than 12”wide H24250 – 1 Hollyhock with the most open & closed bloomsH24248 – 1 Hydrangia Bloom Largest in length and width H24251 – 1 Tigerlily with the most open & closed blooms

CLASS 25 – LAWN AND LANDSCAPE DESIGN1—A landscape design for home, farm or business which includes plant key & building materials used for design. If project is finished, submit pictures.H25252 – Amateur H25253 – Professional2—A garden design where annual, perennial or water plants are used. A plant key must be included. If project is finished, submit pictures.H25254 – Amateur H25255 – Professional

CLASS 26 – GARDEN PHOTOH26256 – Garden Photo Collage consisting of 1-6 pictures of your home/business garden.H26257 – Close-up Photo of a flower, plant or planter in your home/business garden.

DIVISIon I — CulInARYClass 1 – LOAF YEAST BREAD ** (1/3 loaf in plastic bag)I01001 – White I01005 – Batter I01009 – I01002 – Whole wheat/graham I01006 – Pumpernickel Any notI01003 – French I01007 – Rye listedI01004 – Oatmeal I01008 – Cinnamon

** Contest Sponsored by King Arthur Flour, for more information on the contest visit our website, www.blueearthcountyfair.org.

*note on arrangementsAll arrangements measurements are from bottom of vase to top of arrangement.

King arthur Flour Baking Contest PrizesSee our website for details and rules for entering this contest, www.blueearthcountyfair.org.adult and Youth Categories—1st place: $30 gift certificate to the Baker’s Catalogue/ kingarthurflour.com2nd place: King Arthur Flour Whole Grain Baking Cookbook3rd place: King Arthur Flour Standard Bread Loaf Pan All winners will also receive a gorgeous ribbon.

nOTE to Contestants—Must included King Arthur empty bag or picture with entry.


CLASS 2 – YEAST ROLLS ** (3 rolls on a 6” plate in a plastic bag)I02010 – White I02014 – Coffee cakeI02011 – Oat I02015 – Tea RingI02012 – Graham I02016 – Any not listedI02013 – Cinnamon

** Contest Sponsored by Red Star Yeast, for more information on the contest visit our website, www.blueearthcountyfair.org.

CLASS 3 – QUICK BREADS (1/2 loaf in plastic bag)I03017 – Date I03020 – Corn I03023 – Rhubarb I03026 – Baking powderI03018 – Muffins I03021 – Zucchini I03024 – Coffee I03027 – Any not listedI03019 – Banana I03022 – Pumpkin I03025 – Nut

CLASS 4 – CAKES (cut from center, 4” square, no frosting, on a 6” plate in a plastic bag)I04028 – Angel Food I04031 – Spice I04034 – Bundt I04036 – ChiffonI04029 – White I04032 – Cupcakes I04035 – Devils Food I04037 – Any not listedI04030 – Sponge I04033 – Jelly Roll

CLASS 5 – DOUGHNUTS (3 on a 6” plate in a plastic bag)I05038 – Raised I05039 – Cake I05040 – Any not listed

CLASS 6 – DECORATIONS ( Decorations only judged)I06041 – Wedding/Anniversary cake I06043 – Novelty Cake I06045 – DecoratedI06042 – Birthday or special occasion cake I06044 – Decorated cupcakes (3) Cookies (3)

CLASS 7 – COOKIES (3 on 6” Plate covered with plastic bag)I07046 – Butter I07050 – Ice box I07054 – Macaroons I07058 – CoconutI07047 – Oatmeal I07051 – Molasses I07055 – Chocolate Chip I07059 – SugarI07048 – Oatmeal Raisin I07052 – Filled I07056 – No bake I07060 – ChocolateI07049 – Gingersnaps I07053 – Peanut Butter I07057 – Monster I07061 – Any not listed

CLASS 8 – BARS (3 ON 6” plate covered with plastic bag)I08062 – Brownies I08065 – Lemon I08068 – Zucchini I08063 – Rice Krispie I08066 – Pumpkin I08069 – Date I08071 – No BakeI08064 – Coconut I08067 – Oatmeal I08070 – Carrot I08072 – Any not listed

CLASS 9- PIES (1 slice of pie on 6” plate in plastic bag-no cream pies accepted)I09073 – Apple I09075 – Mince I09077 – Rhubarb I09079 – Any not listedI09074 – Berry I09076 – Peach I09078 – Cherry

CLASS 10- HOMEMADE CANDIES (3 ON 6” plate covered with plastic bag)I10080 – Fudge I10082 – Fondant I10084 – Mints I10086 – Peanut BrittleI10081 – Caramel I10083 – Peanut Clusters I10085 – Dipped Candies I10087 – Any not listedCLASS 11 – FOREIGN BAKING (Displayed as other like exhibits on 6” plate in a plastic bag)I11088 – Berlinerkranse I11092 – Stollen I11096 – Kuchen I11099 – CookiesI11089 – Bara Brith Welsh I11093 – Rosettes I11097 – Kolackys I11100 – Other varieties of bread I11090 – Oriental I11094 – Krumkaka I11098 – Fatigman I11101 – Any not listedI11091 – Scandinavian Lefse I11095 – Kringler

CLASS 12 – MODERN BAKING (Displayed as other like exhibits on 6” plate in a plastic bag)I12102 – Cake I12106 – Microwave Cooking I12110 – Bars I12113 – Coffee CakeI12103 – Frozen Bread Rolls I12107 – Bread Machine I12111 – Quick Bread Mix I12114 – Cookies MixI12104 – Banana Cake I12108 – Hot Roll Mix I12112 – Muffin Mix I12115 – Any not listedI12105 – Frozen Bread I12109 – Sweet Roll Mix

CLASS 13 – BAKING WITH HERBS * * NEW * *I13116 – Sweet I13117 – Savory

CLASS 14 – GLUTEN FREE (Displayed as other like exhibits on 6” plate in plastic bag)I14118 – Bars I14120 – Breads I14122 – Cupcakes I14124 – CookiesI14119 – Pies I14122 – Cakes I14123 – Muffins I14125 – Any not listed

CLASS 15 – SPECIAL DIET- DIABETIC (Displayed as other like exhibits on 6” plate in plastic bag)I15126 – Cookies I15128 – Jams I15130 – Syrups I15132 – Any not listedI15127 – Jellies I15129 – Bars I15131 – Cakes

CLASS 16 – BAKED WITH HONEY (Displayed as other like exhibits on 6” plate in plastic bag)I16133 – All items judged together.

red Star Yeast Contest is open to all bread entries. Awards are given to 1st, 2nd and 3rd place entries. Prizes as (1) Insulated Tote Bag, (1) Bamboo Spoon and (1) Tea Towel. Coupons and Yeast Packs will be given to all entries in the baking divisions, while supplies last. To be eligible to win a Red Star Yeast Prize, contestants must use Red Star Yeast and attach the packet or photo to their recipes entry.

2019 Blue Earth County Fairwill be July 25th–28th


DIVISIon J — CAnneD & PReSeRVeD FooDSAll canned goods must have processing information attache to jar.

Check out our website for more information on the Ball Fresh Preserving Award Contest and other tips.–www.blueearthcountyfair.org.CLASS 1 – CANNED FRUIT (pint or quart)J01001 – Apricots J01009 – Raspberries, black J01017 – RhubarbJ01002 – Apple Sauce J01010 – Plums J01018 – StrawberriesJ01003 – Apples for pie J01011 – Peaches J01019 – Rhubarb & Mixed FruitJ01004 – Blueberries J01012 – Pears J01020 – Mixed FruitJ01005 – Cherries, red J01013 – Raspberries, red J01021 – Any not listedJ01006 – Cherries, Bing

CLASS 2 – CANNED VEGETABLES (pint or quart)J02024 – Asparagus J02029 – Corn J02034 – PumpkinsJ02025 – Beans, green J02030 – Corn, cream style J02035 – SauerkrautJ02026 – Beans, yellow J02031 – Kohlrabi J02036 – TomatoesJ02027 – Beets J02032 – Onions J02037 – Mixed VegetablesJ02028 – Cabbage J02033 – Peas J02038 – Any not listedJ02029 – Carrots

CLASS 3 – JELLIES (pint or half pint) Sugar Free in Special Diet Div I Class 15J03039 – Apples J03047 – Grape & Apple J03054 – Wild Black RaspberryJ03040 – Blueberry J03048 – Grape Tame J03055 – PeachJ03041 – Cherry J03049 – Grape Wild J03056 – PearJ03042 – Chokecherry J03050 – Mint J03057 – PineappleJ03043 – Crab Apple J03051 – Plum J03058 – StrawberryJ03044 – Currant J03052 – Red Raspberry J03059 – Strawberry & AppleJ03045 – Elderberry J03053 – Black Raspberry J03060 – Any not listedJ03046 – Gooseberry

CLASS 4 – PRESERVES OR CONSERVES (pint or half pint)J04061 – Rhubarb J04062 – Strawberry J04063 – Any not listed

CLASS 5 – JAMS (pint or half pint)J05064 – Apple J05070 – Gooseberry J05076 – Raspberry, Mixed J05082 – Apple ButterJ05065 – Nectarine J05071 – Raspberry, black J05077 – Apricot J05083 – PeachJ05066 – Raspberry, red J05072 – Blueberry J05078 – Pear J05084 – Raspberry, wildJ05067 – Cherry J05073 – Pineapple J05079 – Strawberry J05085 – CurrantJ05068 – Plum J05074 – Zucchini J05080 – Grape, tame J05086 – RhubarbJ05069 – Grape, wild J05075 – Rhubarb, Mixed J05081 – Any not listed

CLASS 6 – PICKLES (pint or quart)J06087 – Apple J06092 – Cucumbers, sweet, sliced J06097 – Cucumbers, sweet, whole J06101 – Bean, yellowJ06088 – Cucumbers, ripe J06093 – Green Peppers J06098 – Bean, green J06102 – DillJ06089 – Red peppers J06094 – Beet J06099 – Jalapeno J06103 – TomatoJ06090 – Bread and butter J06095 – Kosher J06100 – Watermelon J06104 – OnionJ06091 – Mixed vegetable J06096 – Any not listed

CLASS 7 – RELISH (half pint, pint or quart)J07105 – Beet J07107 – Corn J07109 – Indian J07111 – ZucchiniJ07106 – Chow Chow J07108 – Cucumber J07110 – Pepper J07112 – Any not listed

CLASS 8 – MISCELLANEOUS (half pint, pint or quart)J08113 – Barbeque Sauce J08119 – Grape Juice J08125 – Honey in Comb(1lb.) J08131 – Chili SauceJ08114 – Tomato Juice J08120 – Maple Syrup J08126 – Picanti Sauce J08132 – Tomato CatsupJ08115 – Pizza Sauce J08121 – Home Rendered Lard (1qt) J08127 – Canned Beef, (1 qt.) J08133 – MincemeatJ08116 – Salsa Sauce J08122 – Canned Chicken, (1qt.) J08128 – Vegetable Soup J08134 – Spaghetti SauceJ08117 – Canned Pork, (1 qt.) J08123 – Homemade Soap (3 bars) J08129 – Tomato Sauce J08135 – Homemade SorgumJ08118 – Apple Juice J08124 – Honey J08130 – Any not listed

CLASS 9 – HOMEMADE WINES (Clear Wine Bottles)J09136 – Apple J09139 – Grape, dry red J09142 – Mixed fruit J09145 – DandelionJ09137 – Grape, dry white J09140 – Strawberry J09143 – Raspberry J09146 – Grape, sweet redJ09138 – Any not listed J09141 – Rhubarb J09144 – Grape, sweet white

CLASS 10 – HOMEBREWJ10147 – IPA-India Pale Ale J10148 – Stout J10149 – Porter J10150 – Lager J10151 – Any Ale not listed

Contest Sponsored by Ball Fresh Preserving award.

ENTRY ELIGIBILITY —1. Eligible entries must be preserved in the same brand of jar

and lid: Ball® Jar sealed with a Ball® Lid & Band specially designed for home canning, or Kerr™ Jar sealed with a Kerr™ Lid & Band specially designed for home canning.

2. Entries in the Soft Spread category must be prepared using Ball® Pectin: Classic, Low or No-Sugar, or Liquid. Proof of pectin purchase by receipt or product UPC is required.

3. Entries must be labeled with product name, date of preparation, processing method, and processing time.

4. All preserved foods must be prepared within a one-year (1 year) period prior to the judging date.

For more information on Ball® Fresh Preserving Award Contest, see our website for instructions and prize information on contest.

WWW.BLUEEARTHCOUnTyFAIR.ORGNewell Brands Inc.., marketers of Ball® and Kerr™ Fresh Preserving Products, is proud to recognize today’s fresh preserving (canning) enthusiasts. Awards for 1st and 2nd place will be presented to BALL® & KERR™ FRESH PRESERVING PRODUCTS individuals whose home canned entry is selected the best in the category.adult & Youth First Place—Entries from each category honored with 1st Place award will receive:• Two $5 Coupons for Ball® or Kerr™ Fresh Preserving Products and• One Free (up to $6 value) Coupon for Ball® Pectinadult Second Place—Entries from each category honored with 2nd Place award will receive:• One $5 Coupon for Ball® or Kerr™ Fresh Preserving Products and • One Free (up to $6 value) Coupon for Ball® Pectin


CLASS 11 – DEHYDRATED OR DRIED FOODSJ11152 – Apples J11158 – Any fruit roll-ups J11164 – Peppers, red J11170 – PearJ11153 – Beans, green J11159 – Peppers, green J11165 – Bananas J11171 – Peppers, JalapenoJ11154 – Peppers, hot J11160 – Nectarines J11166 – Jerky J11172 – OnionsJ11155 – Peaches J11161 – Strawberries J11167 – Summer, squash J11173 –Any other not listedJ11156 – Carrots J11162 –Tomato J11168 – RaisinsJ11157 – Any other fruits J11163 – Beans, yellow J11169 – Apricots

CLASS 12 – DRIED HERBS (put in unsealed pint or half pint jars)J12174 – Basil J12179 – Lavender J12183 – Sage J12187 – ChamomileJ12175 – Marjoram J12180 – Spearmint J12184 – Chives J12188 – OreganoJ12176 – Summer Savory J12181 – Corlander J12185 – Parsley J12189 – ThymeJ12177 – Cumin J12182 – Peppermint J12186 – Potpourri J12190 – Any other not listedJ12178 – Fennel

CLASS 13 – SPECIAL DIETJ13191 – Jam, any J13193 – Fruit, any J13195 – Vegetables, any J13197 – Jelly, anyJ13192 – Pickles, any J13194 – Preserves, any J13196 – Any not listed

DIVISIon K — hoMeMAKInG CRAFTSCLASS 1 – ADULT DIVISION (19 years and older)– ADULT CLOTHING K01001 – Dress K01002 – Shirt/Blouse K01003 – Decorated sweat shirt K01004 – Any other not listed

CLASS 2 – ADULT DIVISION (19 years and older) – INFANT & CHILDREN’S GARMENTSK02005 – Child’s dress K02007 – Play outfit K02009 – Decorated sweat shirtK02006 – Pajama’s, gown or robe K02008 – 2 or 3 pc. Outfit K02010 – Any other not listed

CLASS 3 –ADULT DIVISION (19 years and older) – COUNTED CROSS STITCHK03011 – Clothing item K03013 – Place Mats (2) K03015 – Towel K03017 – Any not listedK03012 – Doily K03014 – Tablecloth K03016 – Wall Hanging

CLASS 4 – JUNIOR DIVISION (12–18 years of age) – INFANT & CHILDREN’S CLOTHINGK04018 – Child’s dress K04020 – Play outfit K04022 – Decorated sweat shirtK04019 – Pajama’s, gown or robe K04021 – 2 or 3 pc. Outfit K04023 – Any other not listed

CLASS 5 – JUNIOR DIVISION (12–18 years of age) – COUNTED CROSS STITCHK05024 – Clothing item K05026 – Place Mats (2) K05028 – Towel K05030 – Any not listedK05025 – Doily K05027 – Tablecloth K05029 – Wall Hanging

CLASS 6 – CHILDREN’S DIVISION (0–11 years of age) – INFANT & CHILDREN’S CLOTHINGK06031 – Child’s dress K06033 – Play outfit K06035 – Decorated sweat shirtK06032 – Pajama’s, gown or robe K06034 – 2 or 3 pc. Outfit K06036 – Any other not listed

CLASS 7 – CHILDREN’S DIVISION (0-11 years of age) – COUNTED CROSS STITCHK07037 – Clothing item K07039 – Place Mats (2) K07041 – Towel K07043 – Any not listedK07038 – Doily K07040 – Tablecloth K07042 – Wall Hanging

CLASS 8 – EMBROIDERY (please indicate age)K08044 – Apron K08047 – Pillowcase (2) K08050 – Towel K08052 – ClothingK08045 – Place Mats (2) K08048 – Wall Hanging K08051 – Dish Towels (2) K08053 – TableclothK08046 – Doily K08049 – Any not listed

CLASS 9 – IN THE KITCHEN (please indicate age)K09054 – Apron, Fancy K09056 – Microwave Potato Bag K09058 – Table Runner K09060 – Apron, Everyday K09055 – Mircowave Bowl Holder K09057 – Coasters K09059 – Oven Mitts (2) K09061 – Tablecloth

K09062 – Any not listedCLASS 10 – COSTUMES (please indicate age)K10063 – Period K10065 – Ladies K10067 – PetsK10064 – Men’s K10066 – Child’s K10068 – Any not listed

CLASS 11 – PILLOWS (please indicate age)K11069 – Quilted K11070 – Patchwork K11071 – Any not listed

CLASS 12 – CROCHETED (please indicate age)K12072 – Bedspread K12076 – Gloves/Mittens K12080 – Potholders (2) K12084 – Hat, Beret, or CapK12073 – Handkerchief (edge) K12077 – Slippers K12081 – Dish Cloth K12085 – AfghanK12074 – Sweater K12078 – Doily K12082 – Pillow Case (trim) K10086 – Any not listedK12075 – Doll Dress K12079 – Place Mats (2) K12083 – Booties


CLASS 13 – KNITTED (please indicate age)K13087 – Baby Afghan K13090 – Gloves/Mittens/Scarf K13093 – Sweater, Machine K13096 – Baby SetK13088 – Potholders (2) K13091 – Sweater, Child’s K13094 – Bootie K13097 – SlippersK13089 – Afghan K13092 – Cape, Shawl K13095 – Sweater, Adult K13098 – Any not listed

CLASS 14 – RUGS (please indicate age)K14099 – Braided K14101 – Hooked K14103 – Any not listedK14100 – Crocheted K14102 – Woven

CLASS 15 – QUILTING (please indicate age)K15104 – Machine pieced & quilted (K, Q, F & T) K15108 – Machine appliquéd K15112 – Memory quiltK15105 – Hand pieced and quilted (Any Size) K15109 – Table Runner K15113 – Lap QuiltKI5106 – Hand appliquéd K15110 – Quilted Wall Hanging K15114 – Any not listedK15107 – Recycled Materials Quilt K15111 – Hand/machine pieced, tied

CLASS 16 – PURSES, TOTES AND ACCESSORIES (please indicate age)K16116 – Tote K16118 – Tissue Cover K16120 – WalletK16117 – Purse K16119 – Checkbook Cover K16121 – Coin Purse

CLASS 17 – SENIOR CRAFTMEN SKILLS & CRAFTS (62 years and older)K17122 – Centerpiece K17124 – Clock (not wood) K17126 – Refrigerator OrnamentK17123 – Ceramics K17125 –Christmas Item K17127 – Any not listed

CLASS 18 – SENIOR CRAFTSMEN – HOMEMAKING ARTS (62 years and older)K18131 – Afghan, Crocheted K18139 – Dish Cloth K18146 – Lace, Tatted or Crocheted K18132 – Afghan, Knitted K18140 – Dish Towels (4) K18147 – Caps, mittens, socks, or slippers, knittedK18133 – Afghan, Hairpin Lace K18141 – Potholders (2) K18148 – Caps, mittens, socks or slippers, crochetedK18134 – Rug K18142 – Place Mats (2) K18149 – Shawl or Sweater Knitted or CrochetedK18135 – Bedspread, Crocheted K18143 – Quilt, Tied K18150 – Apron or Slippers KnittedK18136 – Pillow K18144 – Quilt, Applique K18151 – DoilyK18137 – Needlepoint K18145 – Quilt, Patchwork, Pieced K18152 – Any not listedK18138 – Crewel Work

DIVISIon l — FIne ARTS (Please Note Ages next to Classes)CLASS 1 – PAINTING TWO DIMENSIONAL —(ADULT DIVISION-Ages 19 and older)L01001 – Abstract oil or acrylic L01005 – Marine oil or acrylic L01009 – Pastel L01013 – Animal oil or acrylic L01002 – Portrait oil or acrylic L01006 – Pencil Drawing L01010 – Cityscape oil or acrylic L01014 – Still Life oil or acrylic L01003 – Prints L01007 – Figures oil or acrylic L01011 – Charcoal L01015 – WatercolorL01004 – Floral oil or acrylic L01008 – Mixed Media L01012 – Landscape oil or acrylic L01016 – Any not listed

CLASS 2 – THREE DIMENSIONAL (ADULT DIVISION-Ages 19 and older)L02017 – Original Ceramics L02018 – Original Sculpture L02019 – Any other not listed

CLASS 3 – LEGO MANIA (ADULT DIVISION - Ages 19 and older) Maximum size is 2ft x 4ft. Judged on Originality, Attention to Detail, Difficulty Level and Use of Color in Design.L03020 – Design from Kit L03021 – Original Design (See Contest Area) L03022 – Robotics or Movable

CLASS 4 – COLOR PHOTOGRAPHY (ADULT DIVISION-Ages 19 and older) NO GLASS or Frames, All Photos Must be Matted or Mounted on Tagboard. (Velcro will be attached for display.)L04023 – Abstract (patterns, shapes, etc.) L04027 – Holiday/Seasons L04031 – Marine (water, marine wildlife, beach)L04024 – Animal (domestic, wildlife, livestock) L04028 – Patriotic L04032 – People/Portrait (action, sports, etc.)L04025 – Nature (flowers, trees, insects, etc) L04029 – Cell Phone/Tablet L04033 – Still LifeL04026 – Cityscape (buildings, parks, etc.) L04030 – Digitally Modified L04034 – Any other not listedL04035 – Contest – Kids on the Farm (See Contest Page for more information)

CLASS 5 – BLACK & WHITE PHOTOGRAPHY (ADULT DIVISION-Ages 19 and older) NO GLASS or Frames, All Photos Must be Matted or Mounted on Tagboard. (Velcro will be attached for display.)L05036 – Abstract (patterns, shapes, etc.) L05040 – Holiday/Seasons L05044 – Marine (water, marine wildlife, beach)L05037 – Animal (domestic, wildlife, livestock) L05041 – Patriotic L05045 – People/Portrait (action, sports, etc.)L04038 – Nature (flowers, trees, insects, etc) L05042 – Cell Phone/Tablet L05046 – Still LifeL04039 – Cityscape (buildings, parks, etc.) L05043 – Digitally Modified L05047 – Any other not listed

CLASS 6 – HOBBYCRAFT (ADULT DIVISION-Ages 19 and older)L06048 – Artificial Centerpiece/Corsage L06062 – Metal Craft L06070 – Holiday CenterpieceL06049 – Basket Weaving L06055 – Molded Ceramics L06063 – Holiday Wall Hanging L06071 – Wall HangingL06050 – Birdhouse L06056 – Decorated Wood L06064 – Holiday Tablecloth/Tree SkirtL06051 – Mini Barn Quilts L06057 – Rosemaling/Tole L06065 – Holiday Ornaments L06072 – Homemade card (Max size 2ftx2ft) L06058 – Mosaics L06066 – Decoupage L06073 – Woodcraft KitL06052 – Stuffed Toy L06059 – Jewelry L06067 – Hooked Rug Kit L06074 – WreathL06053 – Leather craft/Tooling L06060 – Dressed Dolls L06068 – Stenciling L06075 – Memory Box L06054 – Handmade Doll L06061 – Scrapbook L06069 – Other Handmade Toy L06076 – Any other not listed


ClASS 7 – WOODWORK (ADULT DIVISION-Ages 19 and older) NO KITS L07077 – Cabinetry, Handmade Furniture L07081 – Refinished Trunk L07085 – Carving, AnimalL07078 – Inlaid L07082 – Refinished Picture Frame L07086 – Carving, Christmas ItemL07079 – Refinished Chair/Rocker L07083 – Wood burning (lathe) L07087 – Any other not listedL07080 – Refinished sm. chair/rocker L07084 – Carving

CLASS 8 – PAINTING – TWO DIMENSIONAL (JUNIOR DIVISION – Ages 12–18)L08088 – Abstract oil or acrylic L08092 – Marine oil or acrylic L08096 – Pastel L08100 – Animal oil or acrylic L08089 – Portrait oil or acrylic L08093 – Pencil Drawing L08097 – Cityscape oil or acrylic L08101 – Still Life oil or acrylic L08090 – Prints L08094 – Figures oil or acrylic L08098 – Charcoal L08102 – WatercolorL08091 – Floral oil or acrylic L08095 – Mixed Media L08099 – Landscape oil or acrylic L08103 – Any not listed

CLASS 9 – THREE DIMENSIONAL (JUNIOR DIVISION – Ages 12 –18)L09104 – Original Ceramics L09105 – Original Sculpture L09106 – Any other not listed

CLASS 10 – LEGO MANIA (JUNIOR DIVISION – Ages 12–18) Maximum size is 2ft x 4ft. Judged on Originality, Attention to Detail, Difficulty Level and Use of Color in Design.L10107 – Design from KitL10108 – Original Design (See Contest Area) L10109 – Robotics or Movable

CLASS 11 – COLOR PHOTOGRAPHY (JUNIOR DIVISION – Ages 12–18) NO GLASS or Frames, All Photos Must be Matted or Mounted on Tagboard. (Velcro will be attached for display.)L11107 – Abstract (patterns, shapes, etc.) L11112 – Holiday/Seasons L11116 – Marine (water, marine wildlife, beach)L11108 – Animal (domestic, wildlife, livestock) L11113 – Patriotic L11117 – People/Portrait (action, sports, etc.)L11109 – Nature (flowers, trees, insects, etc) L11114 – Cell Phone/Tablet L11118 – Still LifeL11110 – Cityscape (buildings, parks, etc.) L11115 – Digitally Modified L11119 – Any other not listedL11111 – Contest – Women on the Farm (See Contest Page for more information)

CLASS 12 – BLACK & WHITE PHOTOGRAPHY (JUNIOR DIVISION Ages 12–18) NO GLASS or Frames, All Photos Must be Matted or Mounted on Tagboard. (Velcro will be attached for display.)L12120 – Abstract (patterns, shapes, etc.) L12124 – Holiday/Seasons L12128 – Marine (water, marine wildlife, beach)L12121 – Animal (domestic, wildlife, livestock) L12125 – Patriotic L12129 – People/Portrait (action, sports, etc.)L12122 – Nature (flowers, trees, insects, etc) L12126 – Cell Phone/Tablet L12130 – Still LifeL12123 – Cityscape (buildings, parks, etc.) L12127 – Digitally Modified L12131 – Any other not listed

CLASS 13 – HOBBYCRAFT (JUNIOR DIVISION – Ages 12–18)L13132 – Basket Weaving L13137 – Metal Craft L13142 – Hooked Rug Kit L13147 – BirdhouseL13133 – Wall Hanging L13138 – Holiday Ornaments L13143 – Decorated Wood L13148 – Woodcraft Kit L13134 – Mosaics L13139 – Decoupage L13144 – Dressed Dolls L13149 – Stuffed ToyL13135 – Jewelry L13140 – Handmade Doll L13145 – Stenciling L13150 – Memory BoxL13136 – Other Handmade Toy L13141 – Scrapbook L13146 – Homemade Card L13151 – Any other not listed

CLASS 14 – WOODWORK (JUNIOR DIVISION – Ages 12–18) – NO KITS L14152 – Cabinetry, Handmade Furniture L14155 – Carving, Animal L14158 – Carving L14161 – Refinished Chair/Rocker L14153 – Refinished Picture Frame L14156 – Carving, Christmas Item L14159 – Refinished Trunk L14162 – Any other not listedL14154 – Wood burning (lathe) L14157 – Refinished sm. chair/rocker L14160 – Inlaid

CLASS 15 – PAINTING – TWO DIMENSIONAL (CHILDREN’S DIVISION – Ages 11 and younger)L15163 – Abstract oil or acrylic L15167 – Marine oil or acrylic L15171 – Pastel L15175 – Animal oil or acrylic L15164 – Portrait oil or acrylic L15168 – Pencil Drawing L15182 – Cityscape oil or acrylic L15176 – Still Life oil or acrylic L15165 – Prints L15169 – Figures in oil or acrylic L15173 – Charcoal L15177 – WatercolorL15166 – Floral in oil or acrylic L15170 – Mixed Media L15174 – Landscape oil or acrylic L15178 – Any not listed

CLASS 16– THREE DIMENSIONAL (CHILDREN’S DIVISION – Ages 11 and younger)L16179 – Original Ceramics L16180– Original Sculpture L16181 – Any other not listed

CLASS 17 – LEGO MANIA (CHILDREN’S DIVISION – Ages 11 and younger) Maximum size is 2ft x 4ft. Judged on Originality, Attention to Detail, Difficulty Level and Use of Color in Design.L17182 – Design from KitL17183 – Original Design (See Contest Page) L17184 – Robotics or Movable

CLASS 18 – COLOR PHOTOGRAPHY (CHILDREN’S DIVISION – Ages 11 & younger) NO GLASS or Frames, All Photos Must be Matted or Mounted on Tagboard. (Velcro will be attached for display.)L18185 – Abstract (patterns, shapes, etc.) L18189 – Holiday/Seasons L18193 – Marine (water, marine wildlife, beach)L18186 – Animal (domestic, wildlife, livestock) L18190 – Patriotic L18194 – People/Portrait (action, sports, etc.)L18187 – Nature (flowers, trees, insects, etc) L18191 – Cell Phone/Tablet L18195 – Still LifeL18188 – Cityscape (buildings, parks, etc.) L18192 – Digitally Modified L18196 – Any other not listed


CLASS 19 – BLACK & WHITE PHOTOGRAPHY (CHILDREN’S DIVISION – Ages 11 and younger) NO GLASS or Frames, All Photos Must be Matted or Mounted on Tagboard. (Velcro will be attached for display.)L19197 – Abstract (patterns, shapes, etc.) L19201 – Holiday/Seasons L19205 – Marine (water, marine wildlife, beach)L19198 – Animal (domestic, wildlife, livestock) L19202 – Patriotic L19206 – People/Portrait (action, sports, etc.)L19199 – Nature (flowers, trees, insects, etc) L19203 – Cell Phone/Tablet L19207 – Still LifeL19200 – Cityscape (buildings, parks, etc.) L19204 – Digitally Modified L19208 – Any other not listed

CLASS 20 – HOBBYCRAFT (CHILDREN’S DIVISION – Ages 11 and younger)L20209 – Birdhouse L20214 – Holiday Ornaments L20218 – Decorated Wood L20222 – Wall HangingL20210 – Mosaics L20215 – Decoupage L20219 – Woodcraft Kit L20223 – Stuffed ToyL20211 – Jewelry L20216 – Dressed Dolls L20220 – Stenciling L20224 – Handmade Doll L20212 – Scrapbook L20217 – Other Handmade Toy L20221 – Homemade Card L20225 – Memory BoxL20213 – Hooked Rug Kit L20226 – Any other not listed

CLASS 21 – WOODWORK – NO KITS (CHILDREN’S DIVISION – Ages 11 and younger)L21227 – Cabinetry, Handmade Furniture L21231 – Refinished Trunk L21234 – Carving, Christmas ItemL21228 – Refinished sm. chair/rocker L21232 – Refinished Picture Frame L21235 – Carving otherL21229 – Refinished Chair/Rocker L21233 – Wood burning (lathe) L21236 – Any other not listedL21230 – Carving, Animal

DIVISIon M — FIne ARTS (People with Special Needs)ALL HANGiNG Entries MUST be Securely Fastened with Hanging Wire.

CLASS 1 – PAINTING – TWO DIMENSIONAL (Please indicate age)M01001 – Abstract oil or acrylic M01005 – Marine oil or acrylic M01009 – Pastel M01013 – Animal oil or acrylic M01002 – Portrait oil or acrylic M01006 – Pencil Drawing M01010 – Cityscape oil or acrylic M01014 – Still Life oil or acrylic M01013 – Prints M01007 – Figures oil or acrylic M01011 – Charcoal M01015 – WatercolorM01004 – Floral oil or acrylic M01008 – Mixed Media M01012 – Landscape oil or acrylic M01016 – Any not listed

CLASS 2– THREE DIMENSIONAL (Please indicate age)M02017 – Original Ceramics M02018 – Original Sculpture M02019 – Any other not listed

CLASS 3 – TEXTILES – (Please indicate age)M03020 – Original Creative Stitchery/Weaving M03022 – Original Macramé M03024 – Original TextilesM03021 – Original Latch Hook M03023 – Original Punch Needle M03025 – Any other not listed

CLASS 4 – PHOTOGRAPHY – no glass frames-should be mounted on tag board - (Please indicate age)M04026 – Abstract M04029 – Figures M04032 – Marine M04034 – Domestic Animal M04027 – Floral M04030 – Portrait M04033 – Wild Animal M04035 – LandscapeM04028 – Still Life M04031 – Cityscape

CLASS 5– HOBBYCRAFT (Please indicate age)M05036 – Artificial Centerpiece/Corsage M05058– Stained Glass M05069 – Stuffed ToyM05037 – Basket Weaving M05048 – String Work M05059 – Crewel Item M05070 – BirdhouseM05038 – Wall Hanging M05049 – Recycled Item M05060 – Caning M05071 – Hooked Rug Kit M05039 – Scrapbooking M05050 – Decorated Wood M05061 – Woodcraft Kit M05072 – Any CenterpieceM05040 – Decoupage M05051 – Corn Husk Dolls M05062 – Painting Kit M05073 – Dressed DollsM05041 – Refrigerator Ornament M05052 – Jewelry M05063 – Handmade Doll M05074 – WreathM05042 – Leather Craft/Tooling M05053 – Other Handmade Toy M05064 – Picture Frame M05075 – MacraméM05043 – Coloring Kit M05054 – Beading M05065 – Memory Box M05076 – Decorative Box M05044 – Molded Ceramics M05055 – Holiday Ornaments M05066 – Molded Plaster M05077 – Metal CraftM05045 – Handmade Card M05057 – Rosemaling/Tole M05067 – Mosaics M05078 – Stenciling M05046 – Holiday Centerpiece/Wall Hanging M05068 – Homemade Artificial Flowers M05079 – Any other not listedM05047 – Holiday Tablecloth/Tree Skirt

CLASS 6 – HOMEMAKING ARTS (Please indicate age)M06080 – Crocheted Item M06085 – Pillow M06090 – Clothing Item, SewnM06081 – Knitted Item M06086 – Placemats M06091 – Cross stitchM06082 – Embroidered Item M06087 – Potholders (2) M06092 – Decorated linensM06083 – Latch Hook M06088 – Rug M06093 – BlanketM06084 – Quilt M06089 – Ready made clothing, decorative M06094 – Any not listed

CLASS 7 – WOODWORK – (Please indicate age)M07095 – Cabinetry, Handmade Furniture M07099 – Refinished Trunk M07103 – Carving, Holiday ItemM07096 – Inlaid M07100 – Refinished Picture Frame M07104 – Carving otherM07097 – Refinished Chair/Rocker M07101 – Wood Burning (lathe) M07105 – Any other not listedM07098 – Refinished sm. Cabinet/Table M07102 – Carving, Animal


DIVISIon n — new TrendsCLASS 1 – TABLESCAPES – (Please indicate age)N01001 – Everyday N01002 – Holiday N01003 – Special OccasionN01004 – Formal or Wedding N01005 – Contest Summer Fun (See Contest Page for more information)

CLASS 2 – PALLETS – (Please indicate age) All exhibits are to be no larger than 4x6 ft in the building; larger will be placed outside of the building at your own risk.N02006 – Furniture N02007 – Wall Decoration (See Contest Area) N02008 – Any other not listed

CLASS 3 – TRASH TO TREASURES – (Please indicate age) Any reused, renewed or repurposed item is eligible for this category. All Exhibits are entered into the Contest. (See Contest Page for more information.)N03009 – Artistic N03010 – Functional

CLASS 4 – PINTEREST PAPERCRAFT PARTY – (Please indicate age) All exhibits are entered into the contest. (See Contest Area) include a picture of the orginal pinterest item to accompany the project. Create a card, bag, collage, box, bookmark or other fun item.N04011 – Chalk N04014 – Water Color Pencils N04016 – Recycled N04018 – FabricN04012 – Embossing N04015 – Computer Generated N04017 – Stamping N04019 – Any other mediumN04013 – Stencils

CLASS 5 – SCARECROW – (Please indicate age) See Contest Area1. Limit one entry per individual or organization 4. Must be displayed entire Fair 7. Must not weigh over 60 lbs.2. Not over 7 feet high 5. Must be free standing 8. will be outdoors3. MUST be family appropriate 6. NO electicity provided or generators allowed Entrant is responsible for displaying in designated spot. Area must be cleaned when finished.N05020 – Scarecrow (See Contest Page for more information.)

CLASS 6 – GIFT BASKETS – (Please indicate age) Minimum of 3 baked goods to be included. (See Contest Area)N06021 – Celebrate the Fair N06024 – Cooking Around the World N06027 – Happy BirthdayN06022 – Celebrate New Life N01025 – For the Shut In N06028 – Merry ChristmasN06023 – Wedding N06026 – Meet the Neighbors N06029 – Any other not listed

CLASS 7 – FISHING TACKLE – (Please indicate age) ALL items are to be hand made by the Entrant.N07030 – Flies N07031 – Rods (See Contest Area) N07032 – Lures N07033 – Any other not listed

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Open Class (except poultry) entry fees are: .75 cents on entry day or .50 cents if pre-registered or emailed by July 23rd. (Maximum $10.00)if brought in on Fair Entry Day, the fee will be .75 cents per item with maximum fee of $15. There is no charge for Nursing Home residents.

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Thank You to the businesses and individuals that support the Blue Earth County Fair through sponsorship, participation, and publicity. Please let them know that you support them by patronizing their businesses. Together we can make the Blue Earth County Fair a success for another 158 years!

“We Couldn’t Do It Without You!”

2018 Blue Earth County Fair SponsorsThe Blue Earth County Fair Association would like to thank these area businesses, organizations and individuals

for their support and sponsorship of the Blue Earth County Fair and the Fairgrounds.

COPPER Level Sponsors

Letcher Farm

Supply, Inc.

Tractor Pull SponsorsArnold’s of MankatoTri-County ImplementSmith Mill ImplementYeager Implement IncKibble Equipment

Compact Car SponsorsGiefer Towing & ServiceAll American TowingB&R Auto & Truck Salvage

2018 Friends of the FairDoyen Farm (Neil, Pat, Nikki Doyen) Robin Tietz/Rich Harding Jennifer Ware & FamilyLiz/Tim Madsen Dennis Urban & FamilySharlie/Ernie Hansen & Family Kim/Todd Youngerberg & FamilyJerry/Judy O’Meare Rodney/Jodi Blanck & FamilyBrady Smith & Family Amy/Todd Braam & FamilySusan Hynes Cheryl Klages & FamilyBob/Jennifer Shelton & Family Michelle BeierDonohue & Marilyn Sarff(2017)

There is still time to be part of the2018 Blue Earth County Fair.

Volunteering, donating, and sponsoring an event would be greatly appreciated.If supporting the Fair this year isn’t in your budget, think about support the 2019 Blue Earth County Fair.We are always looking for support and help in making our Fair the Best One Ever.

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Amboy • Good Thunder • Mapleton • Minnesota Lake • Vernon Center

Other Copper Level Sponsors—Pleasant Mound Township American Legion Post 294Beauford Township Mapleton TownshipFinancial Concepts LeRay TownshipLime Township Doyen FarmCity of Amboy (Grandstand) City of Good ThunderVernon Center Township Cambria Township(Grandstand)Medo Township Vernon Center Fire Relief Assn.The Dam Store Wendlandt GreenhouseBridge Street Dick’s Meat Locker

Special Thank YouThe Carl & Verna Schmidt Grant ($5000) helped bring you Kids Day and Senior Day activities, entertainment and special guest speakers.Prairie lakes regional arts Center Grant ($2000) partially helped with several of the Senior Day entertainment groups.Compeer Grant ($3000) used for the Beef Barn Roof Replacement project along with 4H Families doing the labor.Mn Ag Grant ($10,400) used to bring agricultural related entetainment and equipment to the Fair.

2018 Blue Earth County Fair SponsorsThe Blue Earth County Fair Association would like to thank these area businesses, organizations and individuals

for their support and sponsorship of the Blue Earth County Fair and the Fairgrounds.

DIAMOND Level Sponsors PLATINuM Level Sponsors

GOLD Level Sponsors

Other GOLD Level Sponsors—Blue Earth County Shop

Blue Earth Co. Association of Townships

Other BRONzE Level Sponsors—Decoria Township, Rapidan Township and

McPherson Township

BRONzE Level Sponsors

Lindeland Farms

Garden City Township

Documents

159Th AnnuAl Blue Earth County Fair Premium Bookblueearthcountyfair.org/sites/default/files/images/2018 BECF PremBook_sm_rl.pdfImportant Fair Information Blue Earth County Fair Office