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Iowa County Fair
July 12-15, 2007
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*** 2007 Iowa County Extension Council *** Michael Bott Matt Brenneman Russell J. Collingwood John Gahring Dietrich Johnson Michael Quinlan AJ Schnebbe Julie Smith David Volkens
** Iowa County Extension Staff ** County Extension Education Director ......................................... Gene Mohling County Youth Coordinator ..............................................................Mary Kaiser Office Assistant .............................................................................Glenda Burgy
** 2007 Iowa County 4-H Committee ** Maggie Boland Colleen Conrad Kathleen Frimml Julie Harriman Amy Harrison George Hunt Kaitlyn Kriegel Aaron Meyer Diana Roberts AJ Schnebbe Mike Smith Sarah Streeper Heidi Welsh
** 2007 Iowa County 4-H Youth Council ** Marissa Anderson Maggie Boland Dana Jensen Kim Jones Nate Jones Kaitlyn Kriegel JR Miller Monica Miller Meredith O’Neil Rose Schmidt Michelle Semler Clarissa Streeper Bethany Welsh Heidi Welsh Advisors – Audrey O’Neil, Stacy Sickles and Sarah Streeper
*** Iowa County Fair, Inc. 2007 Officers *** President ........................................................................................ Allen Grabau Vice-President .........................................................................Tim/Cara Roberts Secretary ..................................................................................... Sarah Streeper Treasurer ................................................................................... Randy Osweiler
** 2007 Iowa County Fair Directors ** Mike Borhn Kim/Kenton Doehrman John Driscoll John/Lynn Gahring Allen Grabau Kyle Heitman Kristie Herman Andy Jones Terry/Susie Jones Audrey O’Neil Meredith O’Neil Randy Osweiler Diana Roberts Tim/Cara Roberts Margaret Schumacher George Scott Sarah Streeper
** Iowa County FFA Advisors ** Marengo FFA - Andy Rowe Williamsburg FFA - Mike Malloy English Valley FFA -Kristin Flander Iowa Mennonite FFA - Marcia Kilgard
*** Fair Veterinarian *** Veterinary Medical Center, Williamsburg
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*** 4-H Club Leaders ***
Amana Achievers Lisa Ellenson Lisa Kokesh
Hilton Willing Workers Wendy Hagen Diana Roberts Nancy Welsh
Clover Hoppers Carla Brinkman
Monica Miller Julia Parrish
L & W Feeders Rebecca Kuehn Dan Ray
Cross Roads 4-H Ralph Miller Dana Shaull
Lincoln Loyal Leaders Sue Ballard Sheila Clubb Betty Harp
Dayton Rockets Kristy Rogers Janice Semler Lisa Zimmerman
Parnelle Peppers Sharon Helt
Fairview Zippers Denise Heitman Jill Jensen Diane Wilson
Pilot 4-H’ers Theresa Heitman
Greene Go Getters Nicki Bullard Annette Shannahan
Troy York Hawkeyes Kathy Jones Susie Jones Audrey O’Neil
Hilton Happy Hustlers Marilyn Meyer Kurt Meyer
Williamsburg 4-Leaf Clovers Cara Roberts
4-H is a community of young people across America who are learning leadership, citizenship
and lifeskills.
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Table of Contents 2007 Family & Consumer Sciences & S.E.E. Judging Schedule 7
Iowa County Fair Schedule........................................................... 8
General Rules and Regulations................................................... 12
General Rules and Regulations................................................... 12 Judges and Judging .................................................................................... 12 Protests....................................................................................................... 12 Youth Division........................................................................................... 13 Ownership Requirements........................................................................... 14 Eligibility of Exhibitors ............................................................................. 14 Set-up and Clean-up................................................................................... 14 Early Release ............................................................................................. 15 Entries ........................................................................................................ 15
Iowa Youth Code Of Ethics ......................................................... 16 Champion Salute .................................................................................18 4-H and FFA Market Livestock Sale ..................................................18
Livestock Department .................................................................. 21 Superintendents ...................................................................................21 General Rules and Regulations ...........................................................21
Feed, Bedding, and Show Equipment ........................................................ 24 Herdsmanship ............................................................................................ 24 Showmanship............................................................................................. 24 Selection of Champions ............................................................................. 25 Livestock Exhibitors Dress Requirements ................................................. 26 Back Numbers for Livestock Shows.......................................................... 26 Produce of Dam Rules ............................................................................... 27
Health Requirements ................................................................... 28 General Interpretation of Health Rules................................................28
Swine ......................................................................................................... 28 Sheep and Goats......................................................................................... 29 Poultry and Birds ....................................................................................... 29 Dogs and Cats ............................................................................................ 29
Livestock Rules............................................................................. 30 Beef Division.......................................................................................30
Market Beef ............................................................................................... 31 Bucket/Bottle Calf ......................................Error! Bookmark not defined. Beef Heifers ............................................................................................... 35
Dairy Division .....................................................................................37 Dairy Cattle................................................................................................ 37 Dairy Goats ................................................................................................ 38
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*Any Registered doe needs papers corresponding to their tag and tattoo.* Present papers during check-in. ................................................................. 39 Meat Goats................................................................................................. 39 Open Dairy Kiddie Kapers......................................................................... 40
Swine Division ....................................................................................42 Sheep Division ....................................................................................45
Breeding Sheep .......................................................................................... 46 Market Sheep ............................................................................................. 47
Equine Division...................................................................................49 Halter Classes ............................................................................................ 50 Open Stick Horse Kiddie Kappers ............................................................. 51 Performance Classes .................................................................................. 51 Fun and Games Classes ............................................................................. 53 4-H Youth Team Grooming Contest.......................................................... 54
Dog......................................................................................................57 Obedience .................................................................................................. 57 Showmanship............................................................................................. 59
Poultry .................................................................................................59 Rabbits.................................................................................................60
4-Class Rabbit Classes ............................................................................... 60 6-Class Rabbit Classes ............................................................................... 61
Pets ......................................................................................................62 Science, Engineering, and Expressive Arts ................................ 63
Superintendents ...................................................................................63 Educational Presentations Superintendents, Share-the-Fun and Working Exhibits ................................................................................63 General Rules and Regulations ...........................................................63
Horticulture................................................................................................ 66 Agriculture and Natural Resources ............................................................ 68
Science, Mechanics & Engineering.....................................................70 KINZE Manufacturing Sweepstakes...................................................72
Personal Development ............................................................................... 73 Issues.......................................................................................................... 74 4-H History/Family Heritage ..................................................................... 74 Photography ............................................................................................... 75 Visual Arts ................................................................................................. 77 Kits or Preformed Molds............................................................................ 79
FFA Farm Mechanics Division ...........................................................80 Family & Consumer Sciences Department................................. 83
Superintendents ...................................................................................83 General Rules and Regulations ...........................................................83
Child Development .................................................................................... 85 Clothing ..................................................................................................... 86 Consumer & Management ......................................................................... 86
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Food & Nutrition........................................................................................ 88 2007 4-H Go The Distance! Special Exhibit Class .................................... 90 Home Improvement ................................................................................... 91 Clothing Selection Contest - Purchased Garment ...................................... 92 Fashion Revue - Constructed Garment ...................................................... 93 2007 S.E.E. and Family & Consumer Sciences ........................................ 94 Award Donors............................................................................................ 94
Communication Programs........................................................... 95 Superintendents ...................................................................................95
Educational Presentations .......................................................................... 95 Working Exhibits ....................................................................................... 96 Share-the-Fun............................................................................................. 96 Pride of Iowa Contest................................................................................. 97 4-H Extemporaneous Speaking Contest..................................................... 98 4-H Poster Communications .................................................................... 100 Communications ...................................................................................... 101 Award Donor ........................................................................................... 101
Creative Arts Open Class Division ............................................ 102 Superintendents .................................................................................102 General Rules and Regulations .........................................................102
Department 1 - Arts and Crafts ................................................................ 103 Department 2 – Basket Weaving & Caning ............................................. 103 Department 3 – Wood Crafts ................................................................... 103 Department 4 – Painting & Drawing ....................................................... 104 Department 5 - Photography .................................................................... 104 Department 6 – Hobbies .......................................................................... 104 Department 7 – Heritage .......................................................................... 104 Department 8 – Christmas In July............................................................ 104 Department 9 - Textiles ........................................................................... 105 Department 10 – Crochet ......................................................................... 105 Department 11 – Tatting .......................................................................... 106 Department 12 – Knitting ........................................................................ 106 Department 13 - Quilts............................................................................. 106 Department 14 - Fruits and Vegetables.................................................... 107 Department 15 - Flowers.......................................................................... 108 Department 16 - Flower Show ................................................................. 109 Department 17 - Products of the Kitchen................................................. 109
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2007 Family & Consumer Sciences & S.E.E. Judging Schedule
Tuesday, July 10th
(These times are approximate!)
Check-In Time Club
8 a.m. Amana Achievers Pilot 4-H’ers Williamsburg 4-Leaf Clovers
9 a.m. Dayton Rockets Hilton Happy Hustlers Hilton Willing Workers
10 a.m. Fairview Zippers L & W Feeders Troy York Hawkeyes
11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Lunch Break
Noon Clover Hoppers Lincoln Loyal Leaders
1 p.m.
Crossroads Greene Go Getters Parnell Peppers
Anytime between 8:30 a.m. & 1:00 p.m.
Marengo FFA EV FFA Williamsburg FFA
Leaders Must Be Present When Their Club Is Judging
Club booth set-up Tuesday – 8 a.m. until judging is complete Wednesday – 8 a.m. until noon.
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Iowa County Fair Schedule Monday, June 25
4 pm – 7 pm -- Fashion Revue & Clothing Selection Judging - Zentmire Hall
Saturday, July 7
9 a.m. - noon -- Set-up Tuesday, July 10
8 am -- Family & Consumer Sciences and S.E.E. Judging
8 am -- Bucket Bottle interviews during club judging 8 am - 2 pm --
Club Booth Set-up (or until judging is finished)
6 pm - 8 pm -- Open Class Check-In Wednesday, July 11
8 am -10 am -- Open Class Check-In
8 am - noon -- Club Booth Set-up
12 Noon -- Open Class Judging
4pm -6 pm -- Swine, Sheep and Meat Goats Check-In 4pm- 8 pm -- Horse, Dairy Cattle, Dairy Goats, Beef Check-In 6pm- 8 pm -- Rabbit and Poultry Check-In
Thursday, July 12
8 am – 9 pm -- Zentmire Hall Open 8 am -- Rabbit Show
9 am – 9 pm -- Open Class Exhibit Room Open
9 am --
Sheep Show • Breeding • Market • Kiddie Kappers
9 am – 9 pm --
Iowa County Fair Antique Tractor & Engine Show
10 am/ 1 pm/ -- Jesse Kern, Chainsaw Artist (Sponsored by
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Thursday, July 12 3pm Livestock Sale Committee)
10 am -- KINZE Judging 11 am -- Poultry Show
12 Noon -- Working Exhibits in Zentmire Hall
12 Noon – 9 pm -- Varied Industries Building Open 1 pm -- Dairy Show/Dairy Goat to Follow
2:30 pm -- Livestock Judging 4 pm -- Market Goat Show
5 pm -- Steak Supper- Livestock Sale Committee 7 pm -- Bucket Bottle Show
8 pm -- Entertainment Sponsored by the Livestock Sale Committee
9 pm -- Campground Movies Friday, July 13 – Senior Citizen’s Day
8 am – 9 pm -- Zentmire Hall Open 8:30 am -- Educational Presentations in Zentmire Hall
9 am – 9 pm -- Open Class Exhibit Room Open
9 am -- Swine Show Horse Show
• Halter • Drill Team Performance • Kiddie Kapers • Performance
9 am – 9 pm -- Iowa County Fair Antique Tractor & Engine Show
10 am – 2 pm -- Senior Citizen’s Activities- Tent 12 Noon -- Annual Fairboard Meeting
12 Noon – 9 pm -- Varied Industries Open
12 Noon – 4 pm -- Lulu & Leroy- The Kingdom Klowns 2 pm -- Pet Show- Show Arena 3 pm -- Dog Show – Show Arena
5 pm -- Swine Load- Out (Except Sale Pigs)
6 pm -- Big Top entertainment
• Little Mr. & Miss Iowa County Contest • 4-H Fashion Revue & Clothing
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Selection Show • Friend of the Fair Award • Miss Iowa County Crowning • Share-the-Fun
8 pm -- Karaoke-Sponsored by Youth Council 9 pm -- Campground Movies
Saturday, July 14 - Kid’s Day
8 am – 9 pm 9 am – 9 pm
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Zentmire Hall Open Open Class Exhibit Room Open
9 am – 9 pm -- Iowa County Fair Antique Tractor & Engine Show
9 am -- Breeding Beef Show 10 am -- Pride of Iowa – Zentmire Hall 11 am -- Advanced Feeders- Sale Barn
12 Noon – 4 pm -- Kids Day Activities- Between Varied Industries & Zentmire Hall- Provided by Troy York Hawkeyes 4-H Club
12 Noon – 9 pm -- Varied Industries Building Open 12:30 pm -- Market Beef Show
1 pm -- Kiddie Pedal Pull, Sponsored by Marengo FFA
1 pm -- Grilling Contest Sponsored by Farm Bureau Watermelon Feed Sponsored by Farm Bureau
2 pm -- Horse Grooming Contest 5 pm -- Horse Show- Fun & Games 6 pm -- Bill Riley Talent Show- Tent
6 pm -- Pony Pullers- Track 8 pm – 10 pm -- Entertainment- Tent Stage
9 pm -- Campground Movies
Sunday, July 15 – Champion Salute
8 am – 6 pm -- Zentmire Hall Open
9 am -- Appreciation Breakfast – Herman Pavilion 9am – 3:30 pm -- Open Class Exhibit Room Open
11- 1 pm -- Ag Olympics- Sponsored by Youth Council
1 pm -- State Fair Exhibitors meeting & photos- Zentmire Hall
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2:30 pm --
Champion Salute Senior Awards KINZE Awards SEE & FCS Awards Communication Awards Livestock Awards
3:15 pm -- Kiss the Critter Contest Results sponsored by Youth Council
3:30 pm -- Livestock Sale Livestock Sale Supper / During Sale
4:30 pm -- 4-H, FFA & Open exhibits Released and Clean Up Selected Areas
To Be Determined
-- Horse Exhibitors Release Tear Down Horse Stalls
Saturday, July 21
9 am - Noon -- Clean-up – All Clubs **This schedule is subject to changes. ** If a 4-H’er is unable to pick up an exhibit at release time, these steps will be followed: The 4-H’er needs to contact the superintendent and arrange pick-up time. The club assigned to clean the area will clean around delayed release exhibit. They may move the exhibit to facilitate cleaning. The 4-H’er will pick up the delayed exhibit and clean up area. 4-H’ers who cannot pick up their exhibits at release time need to inform the superintendents at the earliest possible time to make appropriate arrangements.
Fair Contacts Iowa County Fair – (319) 642-5406 Office in Zentmire Hall
Iowa County Extension – (319) 642-5504 Office during fair next to show ring
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General Rules and Regulations 1. The Iowa County Fair Management reserves the final and absolute right to
interpret these rules and regulations and arbitrarily settle and determine all matters, questions, and differences in regard hereto or otherwise arising out of incidents connected with the Fair.
2. PARKING ON THE GROUNDS WILL BE ALLOWED IN
DESIGNATED AREAS ONLY. ALL VEHICLES ARE TO BE REMOVED FROM THE BARN AREAS BY 8:00 A.M. EVERY MORNING!
3. Camping will be allowed on the Fairgrounds during the Fair if the
following stipulations are met: a) camping will be allowed only in designated areas assigned and marked by the Fairboard, b) you must pre-register, be assigned a camp space and pay at the Fairboard Office in Zentmire Hall, c) there MUST be a parent or leader present at all times to supervise, and d) if electricity is used, there will be a $10.00 per night charge. To reserve a camping space call (319) 642-5406.
4. Fair visitors and exhibitors not conducting themselves in an appropriate
manner will be asked to leave the grounds. Exhibitors will lose premium money and awards.
5. Consumption of an Alcoholic beverages by 4-H and FFA exhibitors will
result in the forfeiture of all premiums and awards and exclusion from exhibiting the following year.
Judges and Judging 6. The judge's decision will be final in all cases. Judges shall report to the
superintendent any exhibitor who interferes with the judging. In case of any interference, the superintendent may demand a proper apology or withhold any premium previously awarded and exclude any further entries by such an exhibitor in classes yet to be judged.
Protests 7. The management will not be liable for errors of committees or clerks in
placing premium cards. All awards will be made as shown by the clerk's books.
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8. ALL PROTESTS OF ANY NATURE MUST BE IN WRITING AND FILED WITH SUPERINTENDENT of the department from which the complaint arises before the end of the fair. Such complaints will be given consideration by superintendent and 4-H Committee.
Youth Division Should general and specific rules conflict, specific rules will govern. Any violation of listed rules and regulations will be sufficient reason for forfeiting all privileges and premiums. 9. The Iowa County Fair management will exercise all possible care to insure
the safety of animals and articles exhibited by 4-H'ers during the show, but under no circumstances will they be responsible for any loss, injury, or damage.
10. Exhibitor Conduct: Exhibitors are expected to be cooperative, courteous,
and be good 4-H and FFA representatives in the show ring, barns, and exhibit hall. They are also expected to treat their animals in a humane manner. Discipline problems can cancel premium money earned.
11. ALL livestock exhibits must be checked in by 8 p.m., Wednesday, July 11.
Exhibitors of livestock will be required to keep their stalls open from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. for the duration of the Fair and must place their name and name of particular breed to which each animal belongs, in a conspicuous place on their respective stall or pen, on a card available at the 4-H office.
12. All exhibitors Family & Consumer Sciences, and Science, Engineering and Expressive Arts will check in on Tuesday, July 10. They will be judged by club that day. Exhibitors must wear a 4-H or FFA T-shirt on judging day.
13. For the safety of all, only exhibitors, only immediate family and 4-H Club leaders can handle livestock.
14. NO exhibits are allowed to leave Zentmire Hall before 4:30 p.m. on Sunday, July 15. NO livestock exhibits will leave the fairgrounds before 4:30 p.m. on Sunday, July 15. Exhibitors requiring late entry or leaving before 4:30 p.m. on Sunday, July 15 must submit a written request to the Extension Office by July 1st. Requests for early dismissal of any exhibit to attend other shows is highly discouraged. All written requests will be reviewed by the 4-H Committee and written permission granted or denied. Violation of this ruling will result in the forfeiture of all premiums and awards and exclusion from exhibiting the following year.
15. Livestock exhibits will unload by their respective barns (beef by the beef
barn, swine by the swine barn, etc.)
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16. All exhibits must be removed from the Fairgrounds by 12 Noon, Monday, July 16.
Ownership Requirements 17. With the following exceptions, all animals and birds must be owned by the
4-H’er, or in partnership with a family member, and identified to an individual 4-H’er. When registration papers are involved (e.g. purebred beef heifer, dairy goats, etc) the papers must be in the 4-H’ers name or show a logical family relationship.
18. Exceptions to ownership: In classes where the primary emphasis of
evaluation is the skill level of the 4-H’er (e.g. horse classes with the exception of halter, and dog obedience classes when the 4-H’er is the trainer) ownership of the animal is not required; however, the 4-H’er should take an active role in the care of the animal. Animals in this category still must be identified on the appropriate form.
19. Exception to individual identification: If a family includes more 4-H’ers
than horses, more than one 4-H’er may identify a horse; however, in this situation a 4-H’er cannot identify more than one horse.
Eligibility of Exhibitors 20. Grade Divisions for Exhibitors:
Cloverbuds --- Under Grade 4 Junior --- Grades 4-6 Intermediate --- Grades 7-8 Senior --- Grades 9-12
21. Cloverbuds can show exhibits in Family & Consumer Sciences and S.E.E.
departments ONLY. NO pets or livestock. Cloverbuds will talk with the judge and receive a participation ribbon.
22. Eligibility of BOTH 4-H and FFA members ends the summer after
graduation. 23. In the case of judging contests, any school training above that of high
school rank will make the members ineligible for county competition. 24. A 4-H member must have completed grade 5-12 (or that equivalent) to
exhibit at the Iowa State Fair in S.E.E., Family & Consumer Sciences, and Livestock.
Set-up and Clean-up 25. 4-H Clubs and FFA Chapters that do not assist with set-up and clean-up will
forfeit premiums.
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26. When you are scheduled for clean-up of various sites during the fair, you must report to the 4-H office to be marked off the schedule. Grounds clean-up people can pick up a garbage bag at the 4-H office when they check in.
27. Stall Clean-Up – Each club member is responsible for cleaning his or her
assigned stall at the close of the fair. The club designated for clean-up will complete final cleaning for the assigned club area.
28. If a 4-H event is held in the tent, 4-H'ers are responsible for clean-up.
Early Release 29. Any change in the schedule due to weather or unforeseen circumstances,
will be announced on WMT radio.
Entries 30. ALL ENTRY FORMS ARE DUE AT CHECK-IN. 31. Livestock Entries: You may exhibit an animal ONLY if it has been identified on the Livestock I.D. due to the Extension Office by May 15. 32. Horse Stall Fees - $50 per family will be charged for all horse exhibitors. A full refund will be given to all families who assist with both the set-up and tear-down of stalls. A $25 refund will be given to families who assist with either set-up or tear-down of stalls. Fees not refunded will be deposited in the Iowa County Fair horse account.
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Iowa Youth Code of Ethics
Youth are expected to be sincere, honest and act in sportsmanlike ways at all times. Youth represent the entire program and their behavior reflects on their parents, leaders, club and the entire youth program. All adults involved with the youth program, leaders as well as parents, are expected to set positive examples and serve as positive role models by what they say and do. Any youth who breaks the code of ethics or allows another person (adult or peer) to talk them into violating the code of ethics agrees to forfeit all prizes, awards and premiums. The youth may also be prohibited from exhibiting at this and future exhibitions including the Iowa State Fair and other county, state or regional exhibitions. Youth agree to follow these guidelines:
1. I will do my own work, appropriate for my age and physical and mental development. This includes research and writing of exhibit explanations, preparing exhibits (such as sewing, cooking, refinishing, etc), care and grooming of animals, etc. Adult assistance should help guide and support me, not do it for me.
2. All exhibits will be a true representation of my work. Any attempt to take credit for other’s work, alter the conformation of animals, or alter their performance is prohibited. Copyright violation or allowing others to complete your exhibit is considered misrepresentation and is prohibited.
3. I will treat all people and animals with respect. I will provide appropriate care for animals.
4. I will present exhibits that are safe for consumption. All food exhibits will be safe to exhibit and for judges to evaluate. Other exhibits will be safe for judges to evaluate and for exhibition.
5. All food animals that may be harvested immediately following the show shall be safe for consumers, and shall have met all withdrawal times for all medications, and be free of volative drug residue.
6. If any animal requires medical treatment while at the fair or exhibition, only a licensed veterinarian may administer the treatment. All medications that are administered shall be done according to the label instructions of the medication used.
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7. My animal’s appearance or performance shall not be altered by any means, including medications, external applications and surgical procedures. Any animal that is found to have changed its appearance or its performance shall be disqualified from the show, and have penalties assessed against the exhibitor, parent and/or guardian by the management of the fair or exhibition.
8. I will follow all ownership and possession rules and, if requested, will provide the necessary documentation.
9. I will follow all livestock health requirements for this fair or exhibition, according to the state health requirements as printed in the premium book of the fair or exhibition. I will provide animal health certificates from a licensed veterinarian upon request from the management of the fair or exhibition.
10. By my entering an animal in this fair or exhibition, I am giving consent to the management of the fair or exhibition to obtain any specimens of urine, salvia, blood, or other substances from the animal to be used in testing. If the laboratory report on the analysis of any sample indicates a presence of forbidden drugs, this shall be evidence such substance has been administered to the animal either internally or externally. It is presumed that the sample tested by the laboratory to which it is sent is the one taken from the animal in question, its integrity is preserved and all procedures of said collection and preservation, transfer to the laboratory and analysis of the sample are correct and accurate and the report received from the laboratory pertains to the sample taken from the animal in question and correctly reflects the condition of the animal at the time the sample was taken, with the burden on the exhibitor, parent and/or guardian to prove otherwise.
11. I am responsible for my exhibit and I will not allow others to violate this code on my behalf. By my entering an exhibit in this fair or exhibition I will accept any disciplinary action taken by the management of this fair or exhibition for any violation of this code of ethics and any other rules of competition of the fair or exhibition without recourse against the fair or exhibition.
12. I want my exhibit to be an example of how to accept what life has to offer both, good and not so good, and how live with and learn from the outcome.
13. I will not be involved in any illegal activities while participating in 4-H and FFA events, including but not limited to alcohol, tobacco or drug use.
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Champion Salute Sunday, July 15
2:30 p.m. All Champion, Reserve Champion, Showmanship, Family & Consumer Sciences and S.E.E. State Fair Winners and Communication Winners will be asked to participate in the Parade of Champions. Exhibitors must wear clean blue or black jeans and a club/chapter or county 4-H or FFA T-shirt or a plain white shirt. Entry for the Parade of Champions into the show ring will be from the WEST end by club and exit to the east end, no projects or animals are necessary.
4-H and FFA Market Livestock Sale Sunday, July 15 3:30 p.m. General Rules: 1. 4-H & FFA members showing livestock at the 2007 Iowa County Fair can
participate in the sale. 2. Animals are to be weighed in according to the check-in schedule for fair.
All species must be a market/meat animal. 3. The weight recorded at the time of check-in at fair will be used for the sale. 4. Members must provide care (feed, water, cleaning of the stalls, etc.) for
their animals each day until they are released. 5. Exhibitors must be present and have their animals clean and groomed in
order to sell. 6. Each sale animal must be sound, healthy, and market ready. The weight
requirement for market beef animals will be at least 1,000 pounds. The superintendents, fair veterinarian, or a Livestock Sale Committee Member will make this determination.
7. The sale committee reserves the right to make any changes in the sale rules.
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8. Any violation of these rules will eliminate the exhibitor from this year’s
sale and next year’s sale. 9. Selling at the Iowa County 4-H & FFA Livestock Sale is a privilege, and if
you have not met the requirements, you will not sell. 10. Each 4-H & FFA member is eligible to sell one large and/or one small
animal, unless a member has two (2) animals that receive Grand and Reserve Grand Champion – then both may be sold at the sale.
11. All animals that go through the sale arena are NOT eligible to participate in
any 4-H classes following the sale. 12. When an animal is sold through the sale, it shall change ownership at that
time and cannot be sold back to the 4-H or FFA member. 13. Order of the sale:
We will start the sale with flower buckets and continue to sell them throughout the sale
Poultry/Rabbits Sheep/Meat Goat Hogs Beef
14. In each species the sale will follow in this order: Grand Champion, Reserve
Grand Champion followed by randomly drawn for remaining livestock. 15. There will be a $1.00 non-refundable entry fee for the sale. This will be due
at the time of sign-up for the sale. 16. The deadlines for the sale are as follows:
Rabbits & Poultry – Thursday at 5 p.m Sheep/Meat Goat – Thursday at 5 p.m. Hogs- Friday at 5 p.m. Beef – Saturday at 5 p.m.
17. Each exhibitor MUST wear a clean, white 4-H T-shirt and blue or black
jeans in the sale arena. 18. Copies of thank you notes to the buyers must be turned in to Sale
Committee within 30 days of sale to Dwight/Denise Heitman (1878 200th St, Marengo, IA 52301) or to the Extension Office to be eligible for next year’s sale.
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19. Scholarship Award Applications are due September 15th of your graduating year of High School to Dwight/Denise Heitman. Scholarships will be received the next year.
20. All announcements on sale day will take precedence over any and all
printed materials.
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Livestock Department
Superintendents Beef ................................. Bob Gorsch, George Hunt, Andy Jones, Bob Scoville Dairy & Goats .. Amy Harrison, George Hunt, Sarah Streeper, Daryl Newberry Dog .......................... Ann Bigbee, Kaitlyn Kriegel, Randy Osweiler, Jenn Walz Horse .............................................. Colleen Conrad, Kristie Herman, Cara Jack Rabbits ........................................... Cara Roberts, Nancy Welsh & Heidi Welsh Pets ...............................................................................................Kaitlyn Kriegel Poultry ..............................................Denise Heitman, Julie Howe, Cara Roberts Sheep .......................... Allen Grabau, Aaron Meyer, Sarah Streeper, Dean Ward Swine .................................................. John Driscoll, Todd Roberts, Mike Smith Sale ..................................... Bob Gorsch, Dwight/Denise Heitman, Lois Kovar, Diane Maschmann & Marna Mohr
General Rules and Regulations 1. Each livestock exhibit must be shown by the 4-H or FFA member who
enters it, unless sickness prevents or two animals owned by one member are shown in the same class. In either case, another 4-H or FFA member (as defined in Eligibility of Exhibitors) will be permitted to show for the owner.
2. 4-H and FFA animals are to be groomed by the 4-H/FFA exhibitor as much
as possible with assistance from immediate family members (Mother, Father, Brother or Sister) or other Iowa County Fair exhibitors.
3. All barns and pens must be cleaned by 9:00 a.m. each day. 4. All animals will be housed in barns for the entire fair. 5. Animals with disposition problems may be asked to leave the fairgrounds at
the discretion of the superintendents.
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6. NO EXHIBITS MAY BE REMOVED UNTIL AFTER 4:30 P.M. SUNDAY, JULY 15, WITHOUT PRIOR APPROVAL.
7. Any exhibitor who removes an exhibit from the Fairgrounds prior to release
time without special permission from the 4-H Committee will lose premium money, any awards won by that exhibit and the privilege to show next year. If a Champion exhibit is disqualified, the Reserve exhibit becomes Champion and the 3rd place exhibit (if one is picked) becomes Reserve Champion.
8. An animal that is enrolled and identified as a 4-H or FFA project in any
other county may not be enrolled and identified as a 4-H or FFA project in Iowa County.
9. Any artificial means of removing or remedying physical defects of
conformation in animals exhibited will be considered as fraud and deception. No unnatural means of providing an animal feed, water, or other fluid (i.e. stomach pump, IV) will be allowed. All animals giving evidence of such treatment will be barred from exhibition at the Iowa County Fair and all fairs holding membership in the International Association of Fairs and Expositions.
10. FAIR EXHIBITORS, FOR YOUR SAFETY AND THE SAFETY OF
OTHERS ON THE FAIRGROUNDS, YOU MUST HAVE YOUR ANIMALS TRAINED SO THAT YOUR PROJECT WILL NOT BE A HAZARD TO YOU OR OTHER EXHIBITORS AND FAIR GUESTS.
11. ALL beef and dairy MUST BE double-tied -- neck straps as well as halter.
All goats must be tied or fenced in. 12. Livestock exhibits will receive blue, red, or white premium ribbons. First
and second place entries in each class will receive purple and lavender First Place and Second Place ribbons regardless of the premium ribbon received. As stated under "Selection of Champions," however, only animals receiving blue premium ribbons will be considered for Champion or Reserve Champion honors. Purple and lavender double streamer rosette ribbons will be awarded to the Grand and Reserve Grand Champion Market Beef, Grand and Reserve Grand Champion Beef Heifer, Grand and Reserve Grand Champion Dairy Animal, Grand and Reserve Grand Champion Market Lamb, Grand and Reserve Grand Champion Swine, Grand and Reserve Grand Champion Poultry, Grand and Reserve Grand Champion Rabbit, Grand and Reserve Grand Champion Meat Goat and Grand and Reserve Grand Champion Dairy Goat.
13. Exhibitor MUST be a blue ribbon winner to be eligible to win a trophy.
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14. With the following exceptions, all animals and birds must be owned by the 4-H’er, or in partnership with a family member, and identified to an individual 4-H’er. When registration papers are involved (e.g. purebred beef heifer, dairy goats, etc.) the papers must be in the 4-H’ers name or show a logical family relationship.
15. Exceptions to ownership: In classes where the primary emphasis of
evaluation is the skill level of the 4-H’er (e.g. horse classes with the exception of halter, and dog obedience classes when the 4-H’er is the trainer) ownership of the animal is not required; however, the 4-H’er should take an active role in the care of the animal. Animals in this category still must be identified on the appropriate form.
16. Exception to individual identification: If a family includes more 4-H’ers
than horses, more than one 4-H’er may identify a horse; however, in this situation a 4-H’er cannot identify more than one horse.
17. All livestock barns will be CLOSED between the hours of 11 PM and 5
AM. No one will be allowed in the barns during that time.
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Feed, Bedding, and Show Equipment All exhibitors will need to furnish their own feed and any show equipment necessary.
NO STRAW FOR BEDDING WILL BE ALLOWED ON THE FAIRGROUNDS!!
Herdsmanship Herdsmanship will be judged between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. each day to observe the condition of each individual's Beef, Bucket/Bottle Calf, Dairy, Sheep, Swine, Horse, Rabbit, Poultry, and Goat exhibit(s). Exhibits will not be judged earlier than 2 hours after a show. Blue, Red or White markers will be posted on stall cards each time the exhibit is judged on the following criteria: 1. CLEANLINESS OF ALLEYS - Alleys swept clean, free of dust and
straw. 2. CLEANLINESS OF STALLS - Bedding adequate, bright, clean, and in
place; animals securely tied or penned; manure hauled out and deposited in proper place.
3. CLEANLINESS OF STORAGE AREA 4. ARRANGEMENT OF EXHIBITS AND STALL CARDS - Exhibits
lined up in attractive manner; big objectionable boxes out of the way; hay and bedding neat and orderly; cards readable from alley; cards neatly arranged; cards are clean and filled out properly.
5. APPEARANCE OF ANIMALS - Animals clean and brushed; animals in stalls or pens between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m.
After stall cleanup, cards with 3 or more blue markers may be redeemed for a blue ribbon at the 4-H office. A person does not need to be in attendance at the stall at all times.
Showmanship Junior, Senior, and Winner Showmanship classes will be conducted in the Beef, Dairy, Swine, Sheep, Rabbit, Dog, Goat and Horse Shows. You must exhibit in project area at the current fair to be eligible to show in any showmanship class. Junior Showmanship - All members exhibiting in the Beef, Dairy, Swine, Sheep, Rabbit, Dog, Goat or Horse Division, who have completed grade 4, 5, or 6, are encouraged to compete in the Junior Showmanship Class. Junior winners cannot compete again in the junior class they have won, but will be allowed to compete in the Senior Division the following year.
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Senior Showmanship - Contestants are those who have completed grade 7-12, or who have won Junior Showmanship in previous years. Senior exhibitors in Dairy, Swine, Sheep, Horse, Rabbit, Dog, Goat and Beef are eligible to enter if they wish. Previous Senior Showmanship winners are not eligible to compete in the Senior Showmanship Class they have won. Ribbons will be awarded Champion Showman in each division where five or more members are competing. Winner’s Showmanship - Contestants are those who have completed grade 7-12, who are current and previous winners of Senior Showmanship, and previous winners of Winner's Showmanship. Showmanship ranking will be based on:
• Neatness of appearance. • Attitude and alertness in the show ring. • Manner in which the member shows their animals.
Selection of Champions Any animal receiving a red or white ribbon will not be considered for Champion or Reserve Champion honors, including ribbons and trophies. Market Beef - The first and second place winners in the blue ribbon group in each weight division will be eligible to compete for Grand and Reserve Grand Champion Market Beef. In order to be eligible to compete in the championship classes, the animal must have gained 2.00 pounds per day on feed. Beef Heifers - The age of beef heifers will determine class. The first and second place heifer of each class will compete for Champion and Reserve Champion in each breed. The Champion and Reserve Champion of each breed class will be eligible to compete for Champion Overall Beef Female and Reserve Champion Overall Beef Female. Market Lamb - The first and second place winners in the blue ribbon group in each weight division will be eligible for Grand and Reserve Grand Champion. Champion and Reserve Champion will be declared and ribbons awarded for Pen of Three. Market Swine - The first and second place winners in the blue ribbon group in each weight division will be eligible for Grand and Reserve Grand Champion. Champion and Reserve Champions will be declared and ribbons awarded for Pen of Three. Dairy Heifers - The age of dairy will determine class. The first and second place heifer of each class will compete for Champion and Reserve Champion in each breed. There will be a Senior Grand and Reserve Grand Champion Dairy Animal and a Junior Grand and Reserve Grand Champion Dairy Animal. Only
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Breed Champions and Reserve Breed Champions are eligible to compete in Grand and Reserve Grand Champion Dairy Animal Classes.
Livestock Exhibitors Dress Requirements Fair exhibitors need to be clean and neat when exhibiting or when participating in Fair events. Requirements for appropriate dress:
• Clean, white 4-H or FFA shirts, or clean, white plain T-shirts • Blue or black jeans • No advertising on clothing • No hats/caps
Dairy - Clean T-shirts and white pants Equine - Western Classes: Long sleeve white shirts, blue jeans, helmet and western boots. English Classes: Long sleeve white shirts, hunt breeches or jodhpurs (jeans are also acceptable), English boots and helmet. Dress to be western or English according to specific class. Fun and game classes to follow western dress. The Fairboard will not assume any responsibility for any injuries caused as a result of not following the rules. Helmets SHOULD NOT be decorated! Iowa County Fair and Iowa State Fair: 4-H youth participating in all riding classes MUST wear an American Society of Testing Materials (ASTM) and Safety Engineering Institute (SEI) approved head gear with chin strap and properly fitted harness while mounted and riding. All youth are required to wear ASTM/SEI approved headgear whenever mounted. Iowa County Fair, Iowa State Fair and Iowa State University make no representation or warranty, express or implied, about any protective headgear, and cautions riders that death or serious injury may result despite wearing such headgear as all equestrian sports involve inherent dangerous risk and as no helmet can protect against all foreseeable injuries.
Back Numbers for Livestock Shows Each exhibitor will be issued one back number to be used in all livestock shows that he/she participates in. If a helper is needed, a second back number will be issued with the exhibitor’s number plus an (a) behind the number. If the back number becomes worn or not legible he/she should come to the 4-H office for a duplicate. Back numbers MUST be worn on the exhibitor’s BACK and be easily read by the judge, helpers, and show management. Failure to wear the correct number in a visible manner will result in disqualification.
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Horse exhibitors are to have 2 numbers, one on each side of the saddle. Pick up numbers from the Superintendents table at the horse arena.
Produce of Dam Rules (Produce of Former 4-H or FFA Heifer For Market Beef, Beef Heifer, and Dairy Heifer) A Produce of Dam is an animal born from a female that was enrolled and carried by the exhibitor as a 4-H or FFA project. For beef exhibitors; a calf born from a former 4-H or FFA beef heifer could be shown in Market Beef Classes if a steer or heifer, or could be shown in the Beef Heifer Classes if a heifer. Animals that are produce of a former 4-H or FFA heifer will be shown in regular age group classes and then will be eligible to show later in the Produce of Dam Class. All ages will be shown together by breed. Livestock Judging Contest Rules All eligible 4-H or FFA members will be eligible and encouraged to enter. Beef, Sheep, Dairy, and Swine Classes will be judged. A participant MAY NOT represent both 4-H and FFA. One or the other must be designated before the contest, in order for the contestant to qualify for a team score. A team will consist of 3 or 4 members from one club or chapter. Top 3 highest scores on each team will be used in placing. You may also judge as an individual if you do not have a team. Livestock Judging Contest Award Livestock Judging Plaque – Club or Chapter….Marengo Rotary Club Livestock Judging Plaque – Individual.. ….Marengo Rotary Club
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Health Requirements For Exhibition Of Livestock, Poultry, and Birds At County Fairs, 4-H and/or FFA Exhibitions
General Interpretation of Health Rules
• Veterinary Medical Center, Williamsburg will be the official show veterinarian. The Decision of the Official Show Veterinarian will Be Final!
• All animals will be inspected at the unloading area, or shortly thereafter by
a veterinarian for health eligibility. It is important to have your livestock checked by a veterinarian as soon as possible after arriving at Fairgrounds.
• Exhibits inspected by veterinarians on the grounds will not receive
individual health certificates.
• ANY EVIDENCE OF WARTS, RINGWORM, FOOT ROT, PINK EYE, DRAINING ABSCESSES, OR ANY OTHER CONTAGIOUS OR INFECTIOUS CONDITION WILL ELIMINATE THE ANIMAL FROM THE SHOW.
• No individual Certificate of Veterinary Inspection will be required on animals or poultry exhibited at a County Fair, 4-H and/or FFA Exhibition, but must be inspected when unloaded or shortly thereafter by an accredited veterinarian. Each show must have an official veterinarian.
• Quarantined animals or animals from quarantined herds cannot be
exhibited.
Swine • Swine exhibitors at county fairs that do not require a Certificate of
Veterinary Inspection, must sign and present an owner affidavit that the animals being exhibited did not originate from a quarantined herd and to the best of their knowledge; swine dysentery has not been in evidence in their herd for the past 12 months.
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• All swine exhibited must be accompanied by a record of a negative pseudorabies test; the test having been performed within 30 days prior to show, for swine originating from a Stage 4 or lower status county, subject to 64.35(2). No pseudorabies testing is required for swine originating from a Stage 5 county. (Iowa is at the stage 5 level)
• All swine exhibited at the Iowa County Fair will be consigned directly to a
slaughter establishment from the exhibition.
• All swine coming to the Iowa County Fair shall be vaccinated for swine erysipelas.
Sheep and Goats • All sexually intact sheep must have an individual Scrapie Flock of Origin
identification tag. All sexually intact goats must be identified with an individual Scrapie Flock of Origin identification tag or by an official registered tattoo registered with USDA.
• Any evidence of club lamb fungus, ringworm, draining abscesses, foot rot,
sore mouth, or any other contagious disease will eliminate the animal from the show.
Poultry and Birds • All poultry exhibited must come from a U.S. Pullorum-Typhoid clean or
equivalent flock, or have had a negative Pullorum-Typhoid test within 90 days of public exhibition and the test must have been performed by an authorized tester. However, "Market Classes" of poultry consigned to a slaughter establishment are exempt from the Salmonella testing requirements. "Market Classes" of poultry must be separated from all other poultry by a distance of ten or more feet and/or an eight-foot high solid partition.
Dogs and Cats • Dogs and Cats - All dogs and cats exhibited must have a current rabies
certificate. Dogs must also have a certificate of one vaccination for Canine Parvovirus (CPV) and a negative heartworm check.
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Livestock Rules Beef Division 1. Entries are open to all properly enrolled 4-H or FFA Market Beef Projects
which were weighed and identified on supervised scales during the weigh-in period at a time determined by the 4-H Committee. Maximum weight limit at winter weigh-in is 900 pounds.
2. All beef exhibitors must be certified through the Food Safety and Quality
Assurance (FSQA) program. 3. Rate-of-Gain - All market beef will be eligible for rate-of-gain award.
They must be identified and weighed at the location and time in December/January set by the 4-H Committee. Rate-of-gain will be determined by dividing the number of days on feed into the difference between the December/January weigh-in weight and Fair weight. (Animals must be weighed as they are brought onto the grounds to obtain rate-of-gain data.) An appropriate manner to show rate-of-gain will be used at the time of judging. The top three (3) gaining market beef will be recognized during the judging of market classes.
4. At time of weigh-in at the Fair, calves will be mouthed to determine
approximate age. Animals having permanent incisor teeth up in wear will be declared ineligible for the Iowa County Fair.
5. Maximum of 3 market beef animals per member per organization may be
shown and two Advance Cattle Feeder pens. 6. All market beef entries must weigh a minimum of 850 lbs. for market
heifers, and 900 lbs. for market steers to exhibit in the Market Beef classes. Any entries not meeting this weight requirement will be shown in a feeder class. Entries in the feeder class will not be eligible for division Champion or Grand Champion.
7. Exhibitors who certify with postcard to the Extension Office by May 15,
with the name of the breeder and that a calf was born in Iowa County are eligible for the Iowa County Born & Raised Market Steer Class. The 2 highest-ranking Iowa County Born & Raised calves in each weight class returns for selection of Champion Iowa County Born & Raised Market Steer. They will not be eligible for consideration for Grand Champion unless already qualified.
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8. To be eligible for Market Beef Breed classes, steers and heifers must have
original registration papers presented at check-in time. Steers and heifers without original registration papers will be shown in the Crossbred Division.
9. Breed classes will be those recognized by the Iowa Junior Beef Breeds
Association (IJBBA). Additional classes will be at the discretion of the Superintendents.
10. Registered breeds according to IJBBA will be shown in Registered Breed
classes. First and second place blue ribbon winners in each Registered Breed will compete for Champion and Reserve Champion Market Beef Breed.
11. Class 1120, Share-A-Calf, may also be entered in class 1100, 1130, or 1140. 12. All beef MUST BE double-tied -- neck straps as well as a halter.
Market Beef Class 1100 - Market Beef Heifer Crossbred Class 1110 - Market Beef -- Produce of Dam Class 1120 - Market Beef -- Share-A-Calf Class 1130 - Market Beef Breed Class 1140 - Market Beef Crossbred Class 1145 - Iowa County Born & Raised Market Steer Class 1190 - Club Group of Five Club groups are limited to one group of 5 head. All club groups must be composed of five animals and owned by three or more exhibitors. These groups must be shown by 4-H or FFA members. The exhibitors of each club group must belong to the club making the entry. Class 1192 – Advance Cattle Feeder Pen
1. Entries are open to all properly enrolled 4-H and FFA Advanced Cattle Feeder Projects which were weighed and identified at the Iowa County Market Beef weigh-in.
2. Animals must be weighed as they are brought onto the grounds to obtain Rate of Gain.
3. Must meet all fair health requirements. 4. At time of weigh-in at the fair, calves will be mouthed to determine
approximate age. Animals having permanent incisor teeth up in wear will be determined ineligible for the Iowa County Fair.
5. A pen for show will be composed of 3 calves from an identified project and fed as a group.
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6. Calves may be of any breed or sex. 7. No cows or stags may be shown. 8. 1 calf of the pen may be shown in a market steer class. 9. It is recommended that the calves weigh a minimum of 850 lbs. for
heifers and 900 lbs. for steers at show time. 10. Calves may be washed, but not curried or clipped for showing
(Exception is the 1 animal that could show in the market class). 11. A market price (for record purposes only) will be established and sent
out before the fair. 12. Overall placing will be made on basis of on-hoof placing and interview
with each feeder on records and general knowledge of the project. 13. Recognition will be given to:
a. Best Carcass Pen of Three b. Best Carcass Individual c. Best Record
# # Beef Awards # # Grand Champion Market Beef ------------------- Farm Credit Services of America Reserve Grand Champion Market Beef---------------------Meier Feed & Fertilizer Champion Lightweight Market Beef ------------------------Meier Feed & Fertilizer Reserve Champion Lightweight Market Beef -------------Iowa County Cattlemen Champion Mediumweight Market Beef ---------------------------Marengo Elevator Reserve Champion Mediumweight Market Beef ---------Iowa County Cattlemen Champion Heavyweight Market Beef ---------------------------- Marengo Elevator Reserve Champion Heavyweight Market Beef ---------- Iowa County Cattlemen Champion Market Beef Heifer ------------------------ Bob, Joann and Ben Scoville Reserve Champion Market Beef Heifer --------------Bob, Joann and Ben Scoville Champion Angus Market Beef -- -------------------------------------Walridge Farms Reserve Champion Angus Market Beef ---------------- Maschmann Angus Farms Champion Advanced Feeder Class ------------------------- Iowa County Cattlemen Reserve Champion Advanced Feeder Class --------------- Iowa County Cattlemen Cash Awards – Pen of 3 - $100.00 ------------------------- Iowa County Cattlemen Champion Share-A-Calf (Youth) ------------------------------- Faas Feed and Grain Champion Share-A-Calf (Producers) ---------------------------Faas Feed and Grain Reserve Champion Share-A-Calf (Youth)-----------------Farmers 4-County Coop Reserve Champion Share-A-Calf (Producer)--------------Farmers 4-County Coop Rate of Gain – Share-A-Calf (Youth)-----------------------Earl & Frances Schmidt Rate of Gain – Share-A-Calf (Producer) -------------------Earl & Frances Schmidt Champion Beef Rate-of-Gain ------------------ Farm & Family Veterinary Clinics Reserve Champion Beef Rate-of-Gain -----------------------------Oxford Sale Barn Cash Awards – Rate-of-Gain - $20.00, $15.00, $10.00 --Iowa County Cattlemen Champion Market Beef Breed ------------------------------------ J & S Farm Supply Reserve Champion Market Beef Breed -------- Coon Creek Telecommunications Champion Iowa County Born & Raised Market Steer----Keystone Savings Bank
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Reserve Champion Iowa County Born & Raised Market Steer-----------Keystone Savings Bank
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Class 1201 – Junior Bucket/Bottle Calf (grades 4-6) Class 1210 – Intermediate Bucket/Bottle Calf (grades 7-8) Class 1220 – Senior Bucket/Bottle Calf (grades 9-12) Guidelines: • Project open to 4-H and FFA members of any age. • 4-H'er must be enrolled in the bucket/bottle calf project. • Open to any newborn or orphan calf, steer, or heifer; dairy, beef, or
crossbred -- must have calved between January 1, 2007 and April 30, 2007, and must be purchased within 2 weeks of birth. The calf must be identified by an ear tag and in the possession of the member by May 15.
• A 4-H FFA member may identify up to three animals but is limited to a maximum of 2 calves exhibited at Fair.
Class Rules: • Turn Bucket/Bottle Calf Report in with entry form on June 29. • Judging will include a 10 to 15 minute interview during Family &
Consumer Science & SEE judging with the Bucket/Bottle Calf interview judge.
• Judging is based on (a) What the member has learned about care and raising of the calf. (b) The fitting and showing of the calf (according to beef or dairy guidelines) with emphasis on what member has learned. (c) General health and condition of the calf and 4-H'ers knowledge of this area. (d) Confirmation or quality of the calf will not be a major factor since purchase should not be based on this. (e) A completed record sheet.
Class 1250 - Return Bucket/Bottle Calf Guidelines: • Project open to 4-H and FFA members who exhibited the bucket/bottle calf
at the 2006 Iowa County Fair. • You will be required to attach your new records to the ones from last year.
Turn in your report with your entry form on June 29. • Class rules and judging will be basically the same as the first-year calves,
except the class WILL NOT be divided into Junior, Intermediate & Senior • The calf is then encouraged to show in the appropriate breed or market
class.
# # Bucket / Bottle Calf Awards # # Champion Junior Bucket/Bottle Calf -----------------------Meier Feed & Fertilizer Reserve Champion Junior Bucket/Bottle Calf - Farm Credit Services of America Champion Intermediate Bucket/Bottle Calf ----------------Jim Elwood Implement Reserve Champion Intermediate Bucket/Bottle Calf ------------- American Color Champion Senior Bucket/Bottle Calf ---------------Amana Family Practice Clinic
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Reserve Champion Senior Bucket/Bottle Calf- Coon Creek Telecommunications Champion Return Bucket/Bottle Calf ---------------------- Keystone Savings Bank Reserve Champion Return Bucket/Bottle Calf ----------- Keystone Savings Bank Cash Awards Bucket/Bottle: Junior $10.00, Intermediate $10.00,
Senior $10.00 --------------- Iowa County Cattlemen
Beef Heifers 1. Entries are open to Crossbreds and to Registered breed heifers which follow
the registration requirements of the Iowa Junior Beef Breeds Association (IJBBA).
2. For the cow project, a member may use any cow and calf that he/she has
had as a Beef Heifer project previously or one animal purchased as a cow. 3. No member may show more than 3 beef heifers or cows. However, a
member may enter 3 Produce of Dam heifers in addition to the 3 regular heifers. Beef heifers which were born from a dam that has been enrolled as a beef heifer or cow project by the club member in the 4-H or FFA beef heifer project, will be classified as a Produce of Dam.
4. Heifers should be individually owned or owned in partnership with parents,
guardian, or landlord. 5. Beef Heifers WILL NOT be weighed upon arrival at Fair. Beef Heifer
projects should be unloaded by the Beef Barn. 6. Classes for Beef Heifers not listed in the Fair Book will be set up for breeds
listed by IJBBA, upon recommendation by the Beef Superintendents. Senior Heifer Calf Junior Yearling Heifers (09/01/06 To 12/31/06) (05/01/06 To 08/31/06) Class 1330 - Registered Breeds Class 1335 - Registered Breeds Class 1360 - Crossbred Class 1365 - Crossbred Senior Yearling Heifers Beef Cows or Cow/Calf (01/01/06 To 04/30/06) (Prior to 01/01/06) Class 1340 - Registered Breeds Class 1345 - Registered Breeds Class 1370 - Crossbred Class 1375 - Crossbred Beef Produce of Dam (all classes) Class 1350 - Registered Breed, Produce of Dam Class 1380 - Crossbred, Produce of Dam Senior Beef Showmanship Junior Beef Showmanship Winners Beef Showmanship
# # Beef Heifers Awards # #
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Grand Champion Beef Female ---------------------------Veterinary Medical Center Reserve Grand Champion Beef Female ------------------------------- Circle J Grain Champion Beef Crossbred Female ---------------------------Heartland Cooperative Reserve Champion Beef Crossbred Female --------------Farmers 4-County Co-op Champion Beef Registered Breeds Female ---- Farm Credit Services of America Reserve Champion Beef Registered Breeds Female - Farm Credit Services of America Champion Angus Female ----------------------------------------------Walridge Farms Reserve Champion Angus Female -----------------------------------Walridge Farms Champion Cow/Calf –Donated by Kurt Meyer Family- In Memory of Scott
Maschmann Reserve Champion Cow/Calf –Donated by Kurt Meyer Family-In Memory of
Scott Maschmann
# # Beef Awards # #
Senior Beef Showmanship -------------------------------KINZE Manufacturing Inc. Junior Beef Showmanship --------------------------------------- Iowa County N.F.O. Winner Beef Showmanship ------------------------------- Big “G” Foods, Marengo
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Dairy Division 1. Entries are open to purebred or grade dairy animals. 2. All dairy exhibitors must be certified through the Food Safety and Quality
Assurance (FSQA) program. 3. Produce of Dam will be shown in the regular age group classes and then
will be eligible to show later in the Produce of Dam Class. All ages will be shown together by breed.
4. In all dairy projects a member is limited to two purchased animals for each
age group; (e.g. two heifer calves, two yearling heifers, two 2-year-old heifers, or two cows). There is no limit to the number of daughters of present or former project heifers which may be enrolled in dairy projects. Any heifer is considered to be purchased except daughters of present or former 4-H or FFA project heifers which were enrolled in club work by the member. Thus, a heifer given to a member by his father, even though it comes from the family herd, is considered to be purchased.
5. Purebred and grade heifers will show in the same class. Classes will be
shown as they are listed. 6. Breeds will show in separate breed classes. 7. The number of animals in a class will be determined by the number of
animals entered in a class. Junior and Senior Heifers and Junior and Senior Yearlings will not be combined.
8. All 4-H members who enter animals at the 2007 Fair in production who
have finished lactation, are eligible to enter the animal in the State 4-H Production Contest sponsored by ISU Dairy Extension. Forms are available at the Extension Office and are due July 1st.
9. Dairy In Production -- Dairy cows in production may be brought in the
morning of the show, and are released immediately after the show.
10. Dairy Herd -- Three females, all one breed, owned by one exhibitor. At least one animal that has freshened must be included in the dairy herd. All animals must be entered and shown in their respective individual class.
11. All dairy MUST be double-tied --- neck straps as well as halter.
Dairy Cattle Brown Holstein Ayrshire Other
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Swiss Breeds Junior Heifer Calf (born after 3/1/07) 1400 1420 1440 1460
Intermediate Heifer Calf (born after 12/1/06 last year – 2/28/07)
1401 1421 1441 1461
Senior Heifer Calf (born 9/1/06 – 11/30/06) 1402 1422 1442 1462
Jr. Yearling Heifer (born 3/1/06 – 8/31/06) 1403 1423 1443 1463
Intermediate Yearling Heifer (born 12/1/05 – 2/28/06)
1404 1424 1444 1464
Sr. Yearling Heifer (born 9/1/05 – 11/30/05) 1405 1425 1445 1465
2-year Old Cow (born 9/1/04 – 8/31/05) 1406 1426 1446 1466
Cow Class (born prior to 8/31/03) 1407 1427 1447 1467
2-yr Old Dry Cow
1408 1428 1448 1468
Produce of Dam 1411 1431 1451 1471
Dairy Herd 3 females, same breed, owned by one exhibitor
1412 1432 1452 1472
Class 1530 - Best Uddered Dairy Animal All breeds will be combined and shown in one class. Senior Dairy Showmanship Junior Dairy Showmanship Winners Dairy Showmanship
Dairy Goats Alpine Nubian Toggenburg Saanen Other Junior Under 6 months (born after 2/1/07) 1540 1550 1560 1570 1580
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6 months – 1 year (born 7/1/06 – 1/31/07) 1541 1551 1561 1571 1581
Over 1 yr & not fresh (born before 6/30/06) 1542 1552 1562 1572 1582
Senior Under 2 yrs in milk (born after 7/2/05) 1545 1555 1565 1575 1585
2 – 5 years (born 6/30/05 – 7/1/02) 1546 1556 1566 1576 1586
Over 5 years (born before 6/30/02) 1547 1557 1567 1577 1587
*Any Registered doe needs papers corresponding to their tag and tattoo.* Present papers during check-in.
Meat Goats 1. Exhibitors may show up to 3 goats per class. 2. All Dairy and Meat Goat exhibitors must be certified through the Food
Safety and Quality Assurance (FSQA) program. 3. Entries must be properly weighed and identified by tag at the spring Market
Lamb and Meat Goat weigh-in day. ID forms for entries must be submitted by May 15, 2007.
4. Each exhibitor may show three (3) Meat Goats. Only wethers should be
shown in this division. NO BUCKS and NO Pygmy Goats will be shown in this division.
5. Age: Kid teeth must be in normal positions at Fair check-in (July), any
wether having lost ANY kid teeth will be disqualified. 6. Weight Limit: Wether goats must weigh between 40-110 lbs. Or they will
not be allowed to exhibit. 7. Entries must arrive on the Fairgrounds cleaned and groomed. All Meat
Goats should be clipped 3/8” or less above the knee and hock joints. Tail Clippings is recommended, but optional.
8. All horns must be removed or tipped blunt with ends no smaller than the
diameter of dime. 9. Entries must be taught to lead. A halter or collar with a short lead will be
required in show ring.
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10. In the event of greater than 10 entries, classes will be broken by weight at
the discretion of the superintendents. Class 1595 Market Goat Breeding Meat Goat 1. ID forms for entries must be submitted by May 15, 2007. 2. ALL SEXUALLY INTACT entries MUST have scrapie tags or official
tattoo. Registered Does need papers corresponding to their tag and tattoo. 3. Each exhibitor may show only three (3) breeding meat goats per class. No
Pygmy Goats will be shown in this division. 4. Breeding meat goat entries are limited to Does only. NO BUCKS. 5. Entries must be taught to lead. A halter or collar with a short lead will be
required in the show ring. 6. Full Blood and Percentage Does will be shown in the same class. Classes
will be broken by age. If there are greater than 10 entries in one class, it will be divided at the discretion of the superintendents.
Class 1595c Breeding Meat Goats Senior Goat Showmanship Junior Goat Showmanship Winners Goat Showmanship
Open Dairy Kiddie Kapers Judging will be based on the costumes of both the child and the animal. Theme of each entry should be an original way to advertise or promote dairy products. Kiddie Kaper entries may be brought to the Fairgrounds on Thursday, July 12, at 1:00 p.m., and will be released the same day. The contest will start after the finish of the Dairy Show.
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# # Dairy Awards # #
Dairy Heifers Grand Champion Senior Dairy Animal ----------------------------- American Color Reserve Grand Champion Senior Dairy Animal --------- Twin County Dairy, Inc. Grand Champion Junior Dairy Animal --------------------------------Iowa Telecom Reserve Grand Champion Junior Dairy Animal --------------------------------------- Champion Senior Ayrshire ----------------- -------Augustine – Johnston Insurance Champion Junior Ayrshire ---------------------------------- Marengo Farm & Home Champion Senior Holstein -----------------------------------------------Circle J Grain Champion Junior Holstein -----------------------------R.D. Dietze & Sons Trucking Senior Dairy Showmanship -----------------------------------------To-Mar Holsteins Junior Dairy Showmanship --------------------------------- Swiss Valley Farms, Co. Winners Dairy Showmanship ----------------------------------------Rohrer Fertilizer Dairy Kiddie Kapers (medals) ----------Ice Cream Acres – John & Lynn Gahring
Dairy Goats Grand Champion Senior Dairy Goat ---------------------------------------------------- Reserve Grand Champion Senior Dairy Goat-----------English Valleys Insurance Grand Champion Junior Dairy Goat ----------------------- Hillcrest Garden Market Reserve Grand Champion Junior Dairy Goat ------------------------------------------ Champion Junior Alpine Dairy Goat---------------------------------American Color Champion Senior Alpine Dairy Goat ----------------------Kinzenbaw Earthmoving Champion Junior Nubian Dairy Goat -------------------Cronbaugh Excavating Inc. Champion Senior Nubian Dairy Goat -------------- Augustine-Johnston Insurance Champion Junior Saaned Dairy Goat---------------------------------------------------- Champion Senior Saanen Dairy Goat-------------------------Allen & Linda Grabau Champion Junior Toggenburg Dairy Goat ------------------------- American Color Champion Senior Toggenburg Dairy Goat-------Farm Bureau Financial Services, Sandy Smith, Agent Champion Junior Crossbred Dairy Goat-----------------------------American Color Champion Senior Crossbred Dairy Goat-----------------------------American Color Grand Champion Meat Goat ---------------------------Iowa Meat Goat Association Reserve Grand Champion Meat Goat--------------------------Roehrkasse Meat Co. Champion Meat Goat Rate of Gain------------------------------------------------------ Senior Dairy Goat Showmanship---------------------------------------Sarah Streeper Junior Dairy Goat Showmanship ------------------- Amana Family Practice Clinic Winners Dairy Goat Showmanship-------------------------------------Circle J Grain
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Swine Division l. All pigs must weigh at least 225 pounds and will go to slaughter regardless
of weight. These will be shown in market classes of approximately equal numbers; with the basis of division being the weights of the animals.
2. Exhibitors may show one (1) Pen of Three. 3. Exhibitors may show two (2) Individual Market Pigs. 4. All hogs must be tagged or ear notched to correspond with livestock I.D.’s. 5. All swine must be weighed in Wednesday, July 11 between 4-6 p.m. 6. ALL swine exhibitors will be required to be FSQA Certified.
Exhibitors will NOT be able to bring their swine to the Fair or show without this certificate!
7. All swine coming to the Iowa County Fair shall be vaccinated for swine erysipelas.
8. Due to packer demands and concerns, pigs are not clipped. Hair should
not be shorter than ½”. If a pig is found to be shaved and/or clipped shorter than ½” it will be excluded from the show, kept on the grounds and sent to slaughter with the rest of the swine.
9. Exhibitors must also turn in the “4-H & FFA Livestock Affidavit/
Statement of Disclosure with entry form - NO EXCEPTIONS!!!
Quality Pork Carcass Other than derby, all pigs are automatically entered in this class. Barrows and gilts compete separately. All hogs will be scanned at check-in using the latest NPPC formula; carcass percent lean will be calculated. These entries will be shown in other market pig classes for ribbons and premiums. There will be a scanning charge for each carcass evaluation deducted from the sale receipt.
Carcasses must meet the following certification standards: • Carcass must have 4.5 square inches of loin eye. • Maximum 10th rib back fat measurement of 1.30 inches.
Animals meeting the above requirements will be placed on the latest approved NPPC Index. Class 1610 - Market Pen of Three
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Class 1620 - Commercial Gilt Each member may exhibit only one entry in this class. A pig exhibited in this class MAY NOT be shown in the Individual Market Pig class, but may be part of Pen of Three class. Class 1630 - Derby Class 1. Each Iowa County 4-H and FFA member may nominate a maximum of four
(4) pigs for derby competition. 2. These pigs must be barrows and must be identified with a special eartag
and weighed at the time and location established by the 4-H Committee. 3. At the time of nomination, these pigs:
• must be castrated; • must be ear notched -- no pig can be ear notched like any other pig
nominated by that member; • can weigh a maximum of 75 pounds.
4. Each member may exhibit a maximum of two (2) pigs in derby
competition. 5. All derby pigs must weigh a minimum of 225 pounds at the Fair weigh-in. 6. Derby pigs will be shown, placed, and awarded ribbons live. 7. Pigs exhibited in derby competition may not be exhibited in any other
class. 8. The Champion and Reserve Champion Live Derby Pigs will compete for
Champion and Reserve Champion Market Pigs. 9. In order to place, derby pig carcasses must meet these certification
standards: loin eye area - 4.5 square inches, maximum 10th rib fat depth of 1.3 inches.
10. Derby entries meeting certification standards will be placed using an index
of pounds of muscle gained per day on test which gives approximately equal emphasis to rate of gain and carcass merit according to the latest formula approved by NPPC. The formula is available on request from the Iowa County Extension Office.
Class 1640 - Individual Market Pigs Senior Swine Showmanship Junior Swine Showmanship
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Winners Swine Showmanship
# # Swine Awards # # Champion Market Pen of Three Hogs ---------------------Gilbert Asbe - Farmland Reserve Champion Market Pen of Three Hogs --------Four County Commodities Grand Champion Individual Market Pig--- In Memory of Raymond, Irene Beran Reserve Grand Champion Individual Market Pig --------------------Marengo Bank Champion Heavyweight Market Pig- Randy & Becky Schmidt – SPF Seedstock Reserve Champion Heavyweight Market Pig ----------------------- Marengo Bank Champion Mediumweight Market Pig-Ledger Swine Farms-Gary & Ann Ledger Reserve Champion Mediumweight Market Pig -----------------------Iowa Telecom Champion Lightweight Market Pig -------------------Iowa County Pork Producers Reserve Champion Lightweight Market Pig ----------- Veterinary Medical Center Champion Quality Pork Barrow Carcass ------------------- Heartland Cooperative Reserve Champion Quality Pork Barrow Carcass --Iowa County Pork Producers Champion Quality Pork Gilt Carcass --Ledger Swine Farms-Gary & Ann Ledger Reserve Champion Quality Pork Gilt Carcass -------Iowa County Pork Producers Champion Commercial Gilt ------------------------------------- Iowa County N.F.O. Reserve Champion Commercial Gilt ----------------------------- Faas Feed & Grain Champion Pork Derby (Live) ------------------------Loving Memory of Bill Beran Reserve Champion Pork Derby (Live) -------------- Bob & Joann & Ben Scoville Champion Pork Derby ----------------------------------Iowa County Pork Producers Reserve Champion Pork Derby ------------------------Iowa County Pork Producers Champion Swine Rate-of-Gain------------------------------------Mike & Julie Smith Reserve Champion Swine Rate-of-Gain------------Farmers Trust & Savings Bank Senior Swine Showmanship ---------------------------Iowa County Pork Producers Junior Swine Showmanship ----------------------------------Jim Elwood Implement Winners Swine Showmanship -------------------------------------------Iowa Telecom
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Sheep Division 1. Entries are open to all properly enrolled 4-H or FFA Market Sheep projects
which were weighed and identified on supervised scales during the weigh-in period at a time determined by the 4-H Committee.
2. All sheep exhibitors must be certified through the Food Safety and Quality
Assurance (FSQA) program. 3. Market classes open to wethers or ewes dropped after January 1, 2007. 2. Exhibitors may show five individual market lambs. 3. Only one entry may be shown in the Pen of 3 Class by the same exhibitor. 4. Pen of 3 classes will be divided into weight classes by the superintendents. 5. Individual market lambs can be shown in Pen of 3. 6. Classes for individual market lambs will be based on ending weight.
Individual market lambs will be divided into four divisions of approximately equal numbers and with approximately equal number of classes in each division. Under 84 pounds would be in a feeder class and cannot compete for Champion Individual. Divisions for individual market lambs will be Lightweight, Mediumweight, Medium Heavyweight, and Heavyweight. Classes within each division will be divided at the discretion of the acting superintendents. Champion and Reserve Champion of each division will show for Grand Champion and Reserve Grand Champion Market Lamb.
7. Rate-of-Gain - All market lambs will be eligible for rate-of-gain award.
These lambs must be identified and weighed at the April/May weigh-in date set by the 4-H Committee. Rate-of-gain will be determined by dividing the number of days on feed into the difference between the April/May weigh-in weight and Fair weight.
8. Purebred Classes - Registration papers must be presented at check-in time.
Lambs without necessary papers will be shown in the Commercial Lamb Class.
9. All market lambs and breeding sheep must have been sheared over the
entire body with a regular comb. Suggested fleece length: • Market Lambs - 1/4 inch • Breeding Sheep - 1/4 inch with 3/4 inch maximum.
Exception: Wool breeds - no maximum length.
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Breeding Sheep
Class 1701 - Purebred Ram Lamb Class 1711 - Purebred Ewe Lamb Breeds will show in separate breed classes. Entries in purebred lamb classes must be born after January 1, 2007, and registered in their respective breed association. Lambs entered in these classes cannot compete in the market classes. Exhibitors will be allowed two entries in each class. Class 1721 - Purebred Fall Ewe Lamb Entries must be born between September 1, 2006, and December 31, 2006, and registered in their respective breed associations. Lambs entered in this class cannot compete in market classes. Exhibitors will be allowed two entries. Class 1731 - Purebred Yearling Ewe Entries in Purebred Yearling Ewe Class must be born between September 1, 2005, and August 31, 2006, and registered in their respective breed associations. Exhibitors will be allowed two entries. Commercial Ewe Lamb Class 1741 - Black Face Class 1745 - White Face Class 1750 - Speckled Face Entries must be born after January 1, 2007. Each exhibitor may show a maximum of two ewe lambs. Lambs entered in this class cannot compete in market classes. Classes will be shown by face color. Two entries per face color. Commercial Fall Ewe Lamb Class 1755 - Black Face Class 1760 - White Face Class 1765 - Speckled Face Entries must be born between September 1, 2006, and December 31, 2006. Lambs entered in this class cannot compete in market classes. Classes will be shown by face color. Exhibitors will be allowed two entries. Commercial Yearling Ewe Class 1775 - Black Face Class 1780 - White Face Class 1785 - Speckled Face
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To be eligible for this class, the ewe must have had a lamb in the fall of 2006 or spring of 2007. Entries must be born between September 1, 2006, and August 31, 2006. Each exhibitor may show a maximum of two yearling ewes. Ewes entered in this class cannot compete in market classes. Classes will be shown by birth date and face color. Two entries per face color. Commercial Ram Lamb Class 1795 - Black Face Class 1796 - White Face Class 1797 - Speckled Face Entries must be born after January 1, 2007. Each exhibitor may show a maximum of two ram lambs. Lambs entered in this class cannot compete in market classes. Classes will be shown by face color. Two entries per face color.
Market Sheep
Class 1800 - Market Lamb Class 1860 - Market Pen of 3 Lambs Senior Sheep Showmanship Junior Sheep Showmanship Winners Sheep Showmanship
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# # Sheep Awards # # Champion Market Pen of Three Lambs --------------------- Heartland Cooperative Reserve Champion Market Pen of Three Lambs --------------------- M & N Grain Champion Lightweight Market Lamb-Holden’s Foundation Seeds/Monsanto Co. Reserve Champion Lightweight Market Lamb ------------------Shafer Law Office Champion Medium Lightweight Market Lamb -----------Farmers 4-County Coop Reserve Champion Medium Lightweight Market Lamb ------------Marengo Bank Champion Medium Heavyweight Market Lamb --------Stanerson Implement Inc. Reserve Champion Medium Heavyweight Lamb -------Stanerson Implement Inc. Champion Heavyweight Market Lamb ----------------------------Oxford Sale Barn Reserve Champion Heavyweight Market Lamb ---------- Keystone Savings Bank Grand Champion Market Lamb ------------------------- Harden Bros. Propane, Inc. Reserve Grand Champion Market Lamb ------------------------------- M & N Grain Champion Commercial Ewe Lamb -----------------------------------American Color Reserve Champion Commercial Ewe Lamb - Farm & Family Veterinary Clinics Champion Commercial Yearling Ewe ------------------------------ American Color Reserve Champion Commercial Yearling Ewe -------------------- American Color Champion Commercial Ram Lamb -- Patrons Mutual Ins. Ass’n – Williamsburg Reserve Champion Commercial Ram Lamb -----S & S Plumbing & Heating Inc. Champion Purebred Individual Breeding -----------Gary & Janice Semler Family Reserve Champion Purebred Individual Breeding ---------------- D & R Feed Inc. Champion Sheep Rate-of-Gain ------------------------------------------Iowa Telecom Reserve Champion Sheep Rate-of-Gain ---------------------------- American Color Senior Sheep Showmanship ------------------------------------- Roggentien Salvage Junior Sheep Showmanship ------------------------- Amana Family Practice Clinic Winners Sheep Showmanship ------------------------------Kinzenbaw Earthmoving
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Equine Division 1. A Guide for 4-H Equine Shows in Iowa (4-H 511C) will govern the 4-H
horse show.
2. Horse arena will be closed 2 hours before special events at the track.
3. A helmet, boots and jeans must be worn and an adult must be present to ride in the horse arena.
4. Stallion colts must be born after January 1, 2007. 5. Members may not ride horse or ponies on the Fairgrounds. Horse and pony
exhibitors may ride only in the area designated as an exercise area.
6. Horses may NOT be ridden by non-horse exhibitors. 7. Leased animals are permitted IF the member has taken 75-80% active role
in care and training. Leased animals may NOT be exhibited in halter classes.
8. If a family includes more 4-H'ers than horses, more than one 4-H'er may
identify a horse; however, in this situation 4-H'ers cannot identify more than one horse.
9. Members may not exhibit more than 2 head or 2 units in halter, trail or
timed classes. 10. Pony and Light Horse designation:
• Ponies in the mature class (three years and older) will be under 14.2 hands.
• Light horses will be all mature entries 14.2 hands (58 inches) and over or colts coming from a mare of this size.
• Miniature horses will be 38 inches and under. • All horses and ponies will be measured at the horse barns
sometime between check-in time Wednesday, July 11 from 4:00 – 8p.m. All class entries will be checked at that time.
11. Aged classes will be all horses and ponies 3 years of age and over. 12. Any class with 12 or more exhibitors (12 units) may be divided by grade of
exhibitor, (4th – 6th and 7th – 12th). 13. Showmanship Classes - Exhibitors MUST show a horse or pony that they
have identified on their ID form.
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14. "At all times, every horse should be treated in a humane, respectful,
dignified and compassionate manner. Refer to the “4H Guide to Equine Shows in Iowa” for information about body condition of horses. Horses with a body condition score of 1-3 will not be allowed to exhibit. The Fair Veterinarian will make the final determination."
15. Horse exhibitors must exhibit in a halter or performance class to be eligible to participate in the fun and games classes.
Iowa County Fair and Iowa State Fair: 4-H youth participating in all riding classes MUST wear an American Society of Testing Materials (ASTM) and Safety Engineering Institute (SEI) approved head gear with chin strap and properly fitted harness while mounted and riding. Iowa County Fair, Iowa State Fair and Iowa State University make no representation or warranty, express or implied, about any protective headgear, and cautions riders that death or serious injury may result despite wearing such headgear as all equestrian sports involve inherent dangerous risk and as no helmet can protect against all foreseeable injuries. Helmets MUST NOT be decorated!
Classes to be held on Friday, July 13, 9 a.m.
Halter Classes Pony Class 1901 - Foal -- foaled after January 1, 2007 Class 1902 - Yearling -- foaled Jan. 1, 2006 to Dec. 31, 2006 Class 1903 - 2-Year-Old -- foaled Jan 1, 2005 to Dec. 31, 2005 Class 1904 - 3-Year-Old and Over Mares or Geldings (mature ponies) Class 1905 - Mare and Foal (foal must be weanling foaled after 1/1/07) English Type Light Horse Class 1911 - Foal -- foaled after January 1, 2007 Class 1912 - Yearling -- foaled Jan. 1, 2006 to Dec. 31, 2006 Class 1913 - 2-Year-Old -- foaled Jan 1, 2005 to Dec. 31, 2005 Class 1914 - 3-Year-Old and Over Mares (mature horses) Class 1915 - 3-Year-Old and Over Geldings (mature horses) Class 1916 - Mare and Foal (foal must be weanling foaled after 1/1/07) Western Type Light Horse Class 1921 - Foal -- foaled after January 1, 2007
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Class 1922 - Yearling -- foaled Jan. 1, 2006 to Dec. 31, 2006 Class 1923 - 2-Year-Old -- foaled Jan 1, 2005 to Dec. 31, 2005 Class 1924 - 3-Year-Old and Over Mares (mature horses) Class 1925 - 3-Year-Old and Over Geldings (mature horses) Class 1926 - Mare and Foal (foal must be weanling foaled after 1/1/07) Mule/Donkey/Burro Class 1931 - Mule, Donkey, Burro Draft Horse Class 1941 - Foal -- foaled after January 1, 2007 Class 1942 - Yearling -- foaled Jan. 1, 2006 to Dec. 31, 2006 Class 1943 - 2-Year-Old -- foaled Jan 1, 2005 to Dec. 31, 2005 Class 1944 - 3-Year-Old and Over Mares (mature horses) Class 1945 - 3-Year-Old and Over Geldings (mature horses) Class 1946 - Mare and Foal (foal must be weanling foaled after 1/1/07) Miniature Horse Class 1951 - Foal -- foaled after 1/1/07 Class 1953 - Yearling -- foaled 1/1/06 to 12/31/06 Class 1955 - 2-Year-Old -- foaled 1/1/05 to 12/31/05 Class 1957 - 3-Year-Old and Over Mares Class 1959 - 3-Year-Old and Over Geldings Class 1961 - Mare and Foal (foal must be weanling foaled after 1/1/07) Senior Horse Showmanship Intermediate Horse Showmanship Junior Horse Showmanship Winners Horse Showmanship
Open Stick Horse Kiddie Kappers The contest will be held between the halter and performance classes.
Performance Classes Pleasure Classes: For all horse and pony projects with the class subject to division depending on the number and type of entries. To be judged in the ring at the walk, trot, and canter on performance; manner, suitability of mount and rider; and overall appearance. Only one entry is allowed in Pony Performance and one entry allowed in each Horse Performance class per member. Class 2001 - Senior English Pleasure Class, Horse or Pony (Grades 7-12) Class 2003 - Junior English Pleasure Class, Horse or Pony (Grades 4-6)
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Equitation Classes: Riders will be judged on seat, hands, appointments of horse and rider, suitability of horse to rider and ability to control a horse with minimal effort in order to give a smooth, confident performance. The results as shown by the performance of the horse are not to be considered more important than the method by which the rider uses to obtain them. Class 2005 - Senior English Equitation Class, Horse or Pony (Grades 7-12) Class 2007 - Junior English Equitation Class, Horse or Pony (Grades 4-6) Walk Trot Pleasure Class: For ponies and horses to be judged at a walk-trot only in either English or Western equipment. Judged on performance, manner, suitability of mount and rider, and overall appearance. All horses are eligible for only one walk/trot class. Class 2015 – Walk Trot – Junior Exhibitor (For rider/horse combination not
eligible for Class 2017 or 2019) Class 2017 – Walk Trot – Intermediate Exhibitor Class 2019 – Walk Trot – Senior Exhibitor Class 2021 – Western Pony Pleasure Class Under 14.2 Class 2025 – Sr. Western Horse Pleasure Class 14.2 and over (Grades 9-12) Class 2027 – Int. Western Horse Pleasure Class 14.2 and over (Grades 7-8) Class 2029 – Jr. Western Horse Pleasure Class 14.2 and over (Grades 4-6) Class 2031 - Mule/Donkey/Burro Performance Class This is a class that will be subject to division depending on number and age of entries. Western Horsemanship Classes: Riders will be judged on seat, hands, performance of horse, appointments of horse and rider, and suitability of horse to rider. Unsoundness of the horse shall not be scored as a penalty unless it impairs the required performance. The rider's methods of achieving good horse performance are to be considered more important than performance of the horse. Good hands are most important. Class 2041 - Senior Western Horsemanship (Grades 9-12) Class 2043 – Intermediate Western Horsemanship (Grades 7-8) Class 2045 - Junior Western Horsemanship (Grades 4-6) Miscellaneous Classes: Bareback Pleasure – This class will follow the same procedure as the Western Pleasure Class. No saddle, “bare-back” pads, cinches, or surcingles may be used. Other tack requirements are the same as for Western Pleasure. Class 2011 – Senior Bareback Pleasure (Grades 7-12) Class 2013 – Junior Bareback Pleasure (Grades 4-6)
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Trail Class – This class is open to all 4-H and FFA members riding western, English horses, hunter horses, or mules. Each horse will individually work through an obstacle course designed to test the manners, performance, and intelligence of a good trail riding horse. Class 2053 – Senior Trail Class (Grades 9-12) Class 2055 – Intermediate Trail Class (Grades 7-8) Class 2057 – Junior Trail Class (Grades 4-6) Driving Classes: All driving classes to be shown at walk, park gait, road gait, back and reverse. No Exhibitor shall drive a horse while standing in the cart, either in the arena or warm-up area. Parent may accompany exhibitor in cart, but may not assist without penalty. Class 2060 - Draft Horse or Pony Driving Breeds include: Clydesdale, Halflinger, Percherion, Belgian, etc. Single horse harnessed and hitched to a two-wheel cart. Class 2064 – Pony or Light Horse Pleasure Driving Breeds include: Paint, Appaloosa, Quarter Horse, Morgan, Arabian, etc. Single horse harnessed and hitched to a two-wheel cart. Class 2070 - Miniature Horse Pleasure Driving Single pony under 38” harnessed and hitched to a two-wheel cart. Class 2075 – Costume Class This class will be judge on Prettiness, Originality and Authenticity depending on the goal of the exhibitor. Performance of the horse and rider will be taken into account. Exhibitors will be asked to walk, trot and canter/lope both directions of the arena or show appropriate movement for the theme being exhibited. Each contestant should be appropriately attired in the costume of his or her choice and carry out a theme for the class. No skits or acts will be allowed. The exhibitor’s back number must be clearly visible by the judge. Each exhibitor must provide a written description of their outfit and the era or purpose of the outfit. The exhibitor’s goal in exhibiting in the class should also be stated in their write-up. Write-ups must be turned in at the time of check-in. Helmets will be required.
Fun and Games Classes The purpose of the fun and games classes is for the exhibitor to have fun. Ribbons will be awarded to the top five placing entries. The Fairboard will not assume any responsibility for any injuries caused as a result of not following dress code. You must enter the Fun & Game Classes at check-in on
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Wednesday, July 11. These classes will be shown on Saturday, July 14 at 5:00 pm. Competitors are to finish the game, dismount and lead horse out of the arena. 2081.1 – Senior Barrels 2085.3 – Intermediated Poles
2081.3 – Int. Barrels 2086 – Junior Poles
2082 – Junior Barrels 2087 – Keyhole Race
2083 – Senior Flags 2088 – Egg and Spoon
2084 – Junior Flags 2089 – Musical Chairs
2085.1 – Senior Poles 2090 – Ride-A-Buck
4-H Youth Team Grooming Contest This contest and the awards are sponsored by Lyle and Cherylann Stewart and Kimberly and Kenton Doehrmann. This contest will be held on Saturday, July 14 at 2:00 pm. Contest Guidelines
1. A Team consists of 4 members (3 groomers and 1 handler) 2. Team age groups: Junior Team (ages 9-13)
Senior Team (ages 14-18) 3. Team members must wear boots, long pants, hat or cap. 4. Each team is to bring a horse. Horses must walk and trot readily when
leading. Each animal must wear a properly fitted halter (not show halter) and lead strap/rope.
5. Teams will use their own horse to groom for the contest. The horses will be partially dirtied by a “dirt demon” team.
6. The contest will begin with each team allowed 15 minutes to groom their horse.
7. Required grooming kit for each team. (one of each below) a. Curry comb – hard rubber or plastic b. Stiff or dandy brush c. Soft brush d. Mane comb e. Tail brush f. Hoof pick (any style) g. Grooming cloth (no larger than 3’x2’) h. Quart of water (can be plastic bottle or spray bottle – NO
GLASS). May be divided into two containers. i. Plastic or cloth ground cloth to help keep your tools off dirty
ground (max. 3’x3’)
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j. Fly spray can be used if needed (No SHOW SHEEN or HORSE FINISH)
Note: This kit can be doubled EXCEPT for the water. This gives each grooming member his or her own set of equipment to use. No electric or battery powered equipment may be used. No additional tack. No trimming allowed. Remember!!!!! Equipment cleanliness!!!!!!!! Teams will be scored on the following: Grooming 35 points Team Work 20 points Equipment 5 points Safety 15 points Team Problem/Questions 15 points Examination 10 points TOTAL 100 Points
Traveling Trophy will be presented to a 4-H/FFA member selected by the Horse Judge based on observation of exhibitors concerning performance, attitude, helpfulness and encouragement to others, horsemanship and show ring ethics: shows courage to attempt to succeed, gives endless effort, shows and understand the usefulness of patience when working with horses, has developed a willing partnership between horse and rider built on respect, trust and friendship with an emphasis on safety. NOTE: The recipient may not to be the winner of the most classes of the day. Sportsmanship Belt Buckle will be presented to a 4-H/FFA member selected by the Horse Judge based on observation of exhibitor’s sportsmanship throughout the entire horse show both in and out of the arena. This individual will be a model for others to learn from based on an individual who displays the courage and has the determination to do the right thing even when others don’t; the strength to exhibit fairness, to be courteous, to gracefully accept the result of the contest, to attempt difficult things that are worthwhile. To have the integrity of inner strength to be fair and courteous during the horse show, to play according to the rules, acting positively and honorably to your competitors. To display kindness by being considerate, courteous and generous in spirit to other competitor; showing care, compassion and friendship in victory or defeat; treating others as they would like to be treated. An individual who perseveres, by being persistent in pursuit of worthy objectives in spite of opposition, difficulty, injuries, handicaps or discouragement and exhibiting patience and the fortitude to try again when confronted with mistakes or failures. One who shows respect by displaying a high regard for officials, competitors, observers, self, team and the club they are representing.
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Scoring Criteria Demonstrates positive attitude and role model characteristics 25 pts Courtesy to 4-H/FFA members, spectators and show ring personnel 25 pts Grace in winning and loosing 25 pts Adherence to 4-H Code of Ethics 25 pts 100 pts
# # Equine Awards # # Champion Western Type Light Horse ----------------------- Heartland Cooperative Reserve Champion Western Type Light Horse ------- Hair Supply, Karen Martin Champion English Type Light Horse ------------------ KINZE Manufacturing, Inc Reserve Champion English Type Light Horse -------- Hair Supply, Karen Martin Champion Pony ------------------------------------------- Colleen & Michael Conrad Reserve Champion Pony ---------------------------------------------- American Color Champion Mule / Donkey / Burro --------------------------- Heartland Cooperative Champion Draft Horse --------------------------------------------Marengo Motor Co. Champion Miniature Horse--------------------------Farmers Trust & Savings Bank Reserve Champion Miniature Horse -------Little Red Wagon, Tom & Betty Harp Pleasure Driving – 1st Place -------------------------- Amana Family Practice Clinic Walk Trot Pleasure Junior Exhibitor – 1st Place ----------------J & S Farm Supply Walk Trot Pleasure Intermediate Exhibitor – 1st Place –------Ladora Saddle Club Walk Trot Pleasure Senior Exhibitor – 1st Place -- Big “G” Food Store, Marengo Senior Western Horse Pleasure – 1st Place -------------Harden Bros. Propane, Inc. Intermediate Western Horse Pleasure – 1st Place----------------J & S Farm Supply Junior Western Horse Pleasure – 1st Place ------------Jeremy Fisher Horseshoeing Western Pony Pleasure – 1st Place --------------------------Keystone Savings Bank English Pleasure – 1st Class -------------------------------Sue, Ashley & Jay Ballard English Equitation – 1st Place------------------------------------------American Color Junior Western Horsemanship – 1st Place -------------English Valley Saddle Club Intermediate Western Horsemanship – 1st Place----------------------Marengo Bank Senior Western Horsemanship – 1st Place ---------------------------------------------- Junior Bareback Pleasure – 1st Place -----------------------Ben’s Repair & Welding Senior Bareback Pleasure – 1st Place ---------------------------------American Color Costume Class – 1st Place ----------------------------Farmers Trust & Savings Bank Senior Trail Class – 1st Place -------------------------Amana Family Practice Clinic Intermediate Trail Class – 1st Place----------------------Mike Scott, State Farm Ins. Junior Trail Class – 1st Place -------------------------Amana Family Practice Clinic Senior Barrels – 1st Place ----------“In Memory of Raymond & Kenneth Roberts”
The Roberts Family Junior Barrels – 1st Place ------------------------------------------------Sarah Streeper Intermediate Barrels – 1st Place -------Burg Builders- Dave & Cheryl Huedepohl Senior Poles – 1st Place----Uhlmann-Powell Funeral Home, Kenton & Kimberly Doehrmann
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Intermediate Poles – 1st Place--------Uhlmann-Powell Funeral Home, Kenton & Kimberly Doehrmann
Junior Poles – 1st Place-----Uhlmann-Powell Funeral Home, Kenton & Kimberly Doehrmann
Senior Horse Showmanship –1st Place-Iowa Valley Stables, Milt & Judy Gauger Intermediate Horse Showmanship- 1st Place----------------------Mayberry Electric Junior Horse Showmanship – 1st Place ------------------------- Ladora Saddle Club Winners Horse Showmanship – 1st Place -----------------M & S Tire Service, Inc. Stick Horse Kiddie Kapers (medals) --------------------Colleen & Michael Conrad 4-H Youth Team Grooming Contest--------------Kenton & Kimberly Doehrmann Cherylann & Lyle Stewart
Dog Dogs may be entered at the 4-H office next to the showring either during FCS/SEE judging on Tuesday, July 10 or during livestock check-in time on Wednesday, July 11, between 4-8 p.m., however do not bring your dog until the day of the show.
Obedience Open to all breeds. (See health requirements.) The judging will be based on: (a) Obedience (b) Grooming (c) Appearance. Ownership of the dog is not required, but the 4-H'er must be the trainer and primary caretaker of the dog. A dog may be identified by only one (1) member unless it is the only dog owned by the family. Class 2101 - Pre-Novice Class A – Obedience For dogs and exhibitors in their 1st year of 4-H dog obedience training. Class 2102 – Pre-Novice Class B – Obedience For exhibitors who are in their 2nd year or greater of dog obedience or for exhibitors who have not achieved a qualifying score in Pre-Novice A or have a dog with previous obedience experience. Exercises in the Pre-Novice class will all be done on-lead and will consist of: Heel and Figure 8 ................................................40 points Stand for Exam ....................................................30 points Recall ...................................................................30 points Long Sit - 1 Minute .............................................30 points Long Down - 3 Minutes .......................................30 points 160 points total
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Class 2103 - Novice Class – Obedience Exercises in the Novice Class will consist of: Heel and Figure 8 ................................................40 points Heel (off lead) ......................................................40 points Stand for Exam (off lead) .....................................30 points Recall (off lead) ...................................................30 points Long Sit - 1 Minute (off lead) ..............................30 points Long Down - 3 Minutes (off lead) .......................30 points 200 points total Class 2105 - Graduate Novice – Obedience Exercises in the Graduate Novice Class will consist of: Heel On Lead .......................................................30 points Heel and Figure 8 (off lead) .................................40 points Stand for Exam (off lead) ....................................30 points Drop on Recall .....................................................40 points Long Sit - 3 Minutes (handler out of sight) .........30 points Long Down - 5 Minutes (handler out of sight) ....30 points 200 points total Class 2107 - Open - Exercises in the Open Class will be done entirely off lead and will consist of: Heel and Figure 8 ................................................40 points Drop on Recall .....................................................30 points Retrieve on Flat ...................................................20 points Retrieve Over High Jump ....................................30 points Broad Jump ..........................................................20 points Long Sit - 3 Minutes (handler out of sight) .........30 points Long Down - 5 Minutes (handler out of sight) ....30 points 200 points total
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Class 2109 - Utility - Fifth Year Dog Project Members Exercises in the Utility Class will be done entirely off lead and will consist of: Signal Exercise ....................................................40 points Scent Discrimination Article No. 1 .....................................................30 points Article No. 2 .....................................................30 points Directed Retrieve .................................................30 points Moving Stand ......................................................30 points Directed Jumping .................................................40 points 200 points total
Showmanship
Senior Dog Showmanship Junior Dog Showmanship Winners Dog Showmanship
# # Dog Awards # # Top Scoring Pre-novice Dog Project A ------------------ Don & Karen Martinson Top Scoring Pre-novice Dog Project B -------------------------------------Jenn Walz Top Scoring Novice Dog Project -------------------------------------- Marengo Bank Top Scoring Graduate Novice Dog Project ------------------------------ KGRN-AM Open Obedience Dog Class ---------------------------–Ann Bigbee & Charlie Scott Senior Dog Showmanship ---------------------------------------------- Leone Rusbult Junior Dog Showmanship– In Memory of Tapfar Bar – Don & Karen Martinson Winners Dog Showmanship ------------------------------Melinda & Jeff Wichmann
Poultry All poultry exhibited must come from a U.S. Pullorum-Typhoid clean or equivalent flock, or have had a negative Pullorum-Typhoid test within 90 days of public exhibition and the test must have been performed by an authorized tester. However, “Market Classes” of poultry consigned to a slaughter establishment are exempt from the Salmonella testing requirements. “Market Classes” of poultry must be separated from all other poultry by a distance of ten or more feet and/or an eight-foot high solid partition. No birds may be caged until they are tested for pullorum or inspected. No exhibitor may show more than two entries in fancy bird, cockerel, rooster, pullet, or other poultry classes. Entry limited to one trio (composed of one cockerel and two pullets.) The exhibitor must be present during the judging of his or her poultry.
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All poultry exhibitors must be certified through the Food Safety and Quality Assurance (FSQA) program. Class 2151 – Cockerel: any variety -- less than 1 year old Class 2152 – Rooster: any variety -- over 1 year old Class 2153 – Hen: any variety Class 2154 – Pullet: any variety Class 2155 – Trio: any variety Class 2156 - Fancy Bird: entry must be composed of 2 Class 2157 - Other Poultry Class 2161 - Broiler: One (1) bird, either sex, under 6 lbs. total weight Class 2162 – Roaster: One (1) bird, either sex, over 6 lbs. total weight
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Grand Champion Poultry ------------------------------------ Marengo Farm & Home Reserve Grand Champion Poultry ----------------------------------- S & J Sanitation Champion Other Poultry ---------------------------------------Allen & Linda Grabau Senior Poultry Showmanship------------------------Farmers Trust & Savings Bank Junior Poultry Showmanship---------------------------------------------Iowa Telecom
Rabbits No exhibitor may enter more than six (6) entries per breed in a class. If there are two (2) or more rabbits of any breed, they will be shown together. The exhibitor or a 4-H helper must bring the rabbits to the table for judging. Rabbits should be tattooed in the left ear for the Iowa County Fair, and MUST be tattooed for the Iowa State Fair. Rabbits will be judged by breeds according to breed standards as listed in the ARBA Standards of Perfection. Showmanship will be held after Champion Rabbit and Fur Class completion. All rabbits exhibitors must be certified through the Food Safety and Quality Assurance (FSQA) program.
4-Class Rabbit Classes Breed Sr. Buck Jr. Buck Sr. Doe Jr.Doe
American Fuzzy Lop 3011 3013 3014 3016 Dutch 3121 3123 3124 3126 Florida White 3101 3103 3104 3106 French Angora 3021 3023 3024 3026 Mini-Rex 3161 3163 3164 3166 Holland Lop 3151 3153 3154 3156
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Mini Lop 3081 3083 3084 3086 Netherland Dwarf 3141 3143 3144 3146 Polish 3131 3133 3134 3136 Rex 3171 3173 3174 3176 Silver Martin 3191 3193 3194 3196 Other 4-Class Breed 3231 3233 3234 3236
Senior – Over 6 months of age Junior – Under 6 months of age
6-Class Rabbit Classes Breed Sr.
Buck Int.
Buck Jr.
Buck Sr. Doe
Int. Doe
Jr. Doe
Californian 3211 3212 3213 3214 3215 3216 Cinnamon 3111 3112 3113 3114 3115 3116 Flemish Giant 3091 3092 3093 3094 3095 3096 French Lop 3181 3182 3183 3184 3185 3186 New Zealand 3061 3062 3063 3064 3065 3066 Other 6-Class Breed 3221 3222 3223 3224 3225 3226
Senior – Over 8 months of age Intermediate – 6 to 8 months of age Junior – Under 6 months of age Class 3050 -- Pen of 3 Market Rabbits Must consist of rabbits weighing under 5 lbs. each and under 69 days of age. Class 3055 -- Individual Rabbit Fryer Must consist of rabbits weighing under 5 lbs. each and under 69 days of age. Class 3304 -- Fur Class Rabbit may also be entered in 4 or 6 class breed class and will be judged solely on fur and pelt characteristics. Senior Rabbit Showmanship Junior Rabbit Showmanship Winners Rabbit Showmanship
# # Rabbits Awards # #
Grand Champion Rabbit -------------- Cedar Rapids Rabbit Breeders Association Reserve Grand Champion Rabbit ------------------- Amana Family Practice Clinic Best Pen of 3 Rabbits ------------------TNT Landscaping – Dean & Linda Trimpe Champion Individual Rabbit Fryer-----------------------Veterinary Medical Center Champion Best Fur Rabbit – -------------- Lunacy Ridge Caviary, Leone Rusbult
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Reserve Champion Best Fur Rabbit --------------------------------- American Color Best 6 Class Rabbits ---------------------------------S & S Plumbing & Heating Inc. Best 4 Class Rabbits ---------------------------------S & S Plumbing & Heating Inc. Senior Rabbit Showmanship -------------------------------- Marengo Farm & Home Junior Rabbit Showmanship ------------------------------------------Rohrer Fertilizer Winners Rabbit Showmanship ----------------------------------------- Marengo Bank
Pets Pets may be entered at the 4-H office next to the show ring either during FCS/SEE judging on Tuesday, July 10 or during livestock check-in time on Wednesday, July 11, between 4-8 p.m., however do not bring your pet until the day of the show. 1. Entries may come from only the 4-H pet projects. 2. Members may exhibit one entry for each project in which enrolled.
Example: 1 bird, 1 gerbil, 1 cat, etc. 3. Pets must be leashed, caged, or contained and are to be on the fairgrounds
only during the time of judging. 4. See health requirement in this book. 5. Evaluation will be on the condition of the pet (health and appearance), the
member's ability to handle their pet, the member's knowledge about their pet (i.e. habits, feed, etc.), and a completed Pet Sheet. Completed Pet Sheet MUST be turned in with entry form.
6. Cats & Dogs need proof of current rabies vaccination. 7. Pet entries are not eligible for State Fair. Class 3350 - Pets
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Science, Engineering, and Expressive Arts Superintendents Patty Best Julie Harriman Patty Miles Diana Roberts Sarah Streeper
Educational Presentations Superintendents, Share-the-Fun and Working Exhibits Patty Miles Diana Roberts
Clothing Selection and Fashion Revue Superintendents Sandy Miller Lynda Schnebbe
Pride of Iowa Superintendent Heidi Gingerich
General Rules and Regulations 1. Exhibits must be the product of the current year's project. 2. Exhibits will be evaluated in conference judging. It is the member’s
responsibility to have their projects judged; members are strongly encouraged to be present to talk with the judges.
3. All exhibitors are responsible to read and comply with the Iowa County
Fair General Exhibit Rules for the exhibit to be eligible for Iowa County Fair participation. Entries can be any exhibit by an individual or group that
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is an outgrowth from an Extension education program related to the (specific) class.
4. Youth must have completed 5th-12th grade (or that equivalent) to be
eligible to exhibit at State Fair. Exhibits for the Iowa State Fair can be prepared by an individual 4-H’er, team of 4-H’ers, or may be the result of a 4-H group effort. All 4-H’ers, individual or group, must meet the age requirements to be eligible for State Fair exhibiting, i.e. completed the 5th grade or above. For example, if a 4-H group wishes to enter a notebook describing their club citizenship effort, the documentation could recognize the contributions of those in 4th grade, but be prepared by those who meet the age requirements. Note Exception: Class 811L – 4-H Historical/ Family Heritage, the exhibit criteria includes active participation by both 4-H’er(s) and adult(s).
5. NO parental involvement will be allowed during judging. 6. Members may have only two exhibits from Science, Engineering and
Expressive Arts go to State Fair. 7. State Fair Winners will be asked to participate in the Champion Salute
on Sunday, July 15, at 2:30 p.m. Pictures of State Fair Winners will be taken at 1:00 p.m. on Sunday in Zentmire Hall.
8. All exhibits are to be entered at the judging building. The superintendents
will determine the appropriate display area for each exhibit. 9. A written explanation, an audio cassette, or video tape is to be included as
part of each exhibit, except photography. The exhibitor should respond briefly to the following questions about the exhibit:
What was your goal(s)? How did you go about working toward your goal(s)? What were the most important things you learned as you worked
toward your goal(s)? What would you like to do in this project area next year?
10. Photography Exhibits -- the Revised January 2002 4-H Photography
Exhibit" label MUST be completed and attached to each photo exhibit. 11. All exhibits, including every article in the exhibit, must be labeled. Include
name, club, class number, and attach labels securely. 12. * Marks exhibits not eligible for State Fair. 13. If the exhibitor chooses a display to illustrate what was learned, the
following maximum size guidelines apply:
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Poster and banners are not to exceed standard poster board size of
22"x28" or foam core board size of 22”x30”. Exception: see Rule #2 in Poster Communications Class 811J.
Chart or graph boards and model displays, etc. are not to exceed 4'x4' in size. Maximum size is determined by measuring the flat (unfolded) dimensions.
Display boxes are not to exceed 28"x22" in height or width and 12" in depth. Exception: see Rule #9 for Food and Nutrition exhibits.
14. Endangered and threatened plants and animals (includes insects) should
NOT be used in any exhibit. Wildflowers taken from parks should NOT be used. It is illegal to possess songbird feathers or nests. Game animals “legally taken”, such as pheasant, goose, duck, or quail are acceptable. Purple loosestrife and Lythrum salicaria are plants that should not be planted in gardens. It has the potential of becoming noxious in Iowa. Other dried established noxious weeds are acceptable to use in exhibits.
15. Duplication of copyright material or design should not be used in a 4-H
exhibit that is presented as original work by the exhibitor. A copyright design cannot be displayed in a public setting (fair) without permission being granted from the owner of the copyright. When permission has been granted by the owner of the copyright, the exhibit will be displayed and labeled appropriately. Those without permission cannot be displayed.
16. All exhibits, activities and programs must represent appropriate safety
procedures in the development of the exhibit and during the evaluation process. This includes static exhibits and activities revolving around the communications program.
EXHIBITS WHICH DO NOT COMPLY WITH GUIDELINES 12, 13, 14, AND 15 WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR ENTRY, EVALUATION, OR DISPLAY AT THE IOWA COUNTY FAIR. 17. Exhibits will receive blue, red, or white premium ribbons. Outstanding
exhibits will receive blue rosette Award of Excellence ribbons. 18. Exhibits entered at the county fair are strongly encouraged to be evaluated
at local achievement show or club tour. 19. All exhibits must be checked in Tuesday, July 10, at the time designated
for your club. Exhibitors must wear a 4-H or FFA shirt on judging day.
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20. GROUP EXHIBITS are permitted at the Iowa County Fair; however to be considered for State Fair, the exhibit should be prepared by the age eligible 4-H’ers (5th grade and up). Refer to Rule #4.
21. An exhibit can show in only one class.
Horticulture Each Horticulture exhibit should include on a note card a list of all species and varieties (e.g. Tomato: Better Boy). Members may exhibit only one entry in each class in this division except for Individual Vegetable Class (4001) and Fruit Class (4011) where no more than three different vegetable or fruit species may be exhibited. For Individual Vegetable and Vegetable Display, prepare and exhibit vegetables as outlined in 4H-462, "Harvesting and Preparing Vegetables For Exhibit." All vegetables need to be displayed on paper plates unless otherwise specified. Vegetables are eligible for 4-H Horticulture Show at Iowa State Fair without being exhibited at county fair. * Class 4001 - Individual Vegetable Exhibit one kind of vegetable from your home garden project. Follow 4H-462 for quantity, quality, and uniformity. * Class 4002 - Vegetable Display The vegetable display must include five or more different vegetable crops grown in the exhibitor’s home garden. More than one variety of any particular vegetable can be displayed; however, not more than four items of the same vegetable can be displayed. For example: four tomatoes would constitute one vegetable, e.g., one large red slicing, one cherry tomato, one yellow tomato, and one processing tomato. The container display will be reduced one placing if it contains more than four vegetables of any one kind, e.g., more than four beans. The amount of produce exhibited should fit into the container and specimens may not overflow onto the table. The vegetables should be prepared for exhibit as instructed in 4H-462, “Harvesting and Preparing Vegetables for Exhibit.” Any decorative basket, box, or other decorative container, not larger than one-half bushel in size, can be used. The exhibit will be judged 75% for the cultural perfection of the vegetables and 25% for decorative arrangement. A special variety card will be provided and MUST accompany the exhibit with each crop clearly labeled as to the variety. * Class 4003 - Attractive Vegetable Basket An attractive display of vegetables from member's garden. Exhibit at least four different kinds of vegetables from your home garden project. The quantity of each kind of vegetable exhibited does not need to follow the recommendations in 4H-462. Exhibit vegetables in a box not larger than 5"x11"x18".
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* Class 4004 - Market Vegetable Crop Exhibit one, but no more than three, vegetables from your market vegetable crop project. Exhibit one full box, not larger that 5"x11"x18". All market vegetable crop boxes must be accompanied with a folder containing a garden project plan. * Class 4005 - Unusual Arrangement of Vegetables Show a picture or tell a story with the use of vegetables from your garden project. The arrangement shall not exceed 24"x24" in size. Entries will be judged on originality and neatness of arrangement. * Class 4006 - Herbs 3 sprigs of an individual herb in a bottle of water. * Class 4011 - Fruit Exhibit three specimens such as three apples or three bunches of grapes. * Class 4016 - Flower and Ornamental Design Evaluation will be on the design elements and art principles, distinction, originality, and condition. Refer to publication 4H-464, "Preparing Cut Flowers and Houseplants For Exhibit." An arrangement from the following:
• Summer Sunshine - a design using warm colors • My Green Thumb - a predominantly green arrangement • Hoe, Hoe, Hoe - an arrangement using a garden tool • From the Good Earth - an arrangement using flowers, vegetables,
and foliage in a basket • Other
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* Class 4017 - Flower and Ornamental Specimen Evaluation will be on cultural perfection. The specimens should have an appearance of general good health, peak of perfection, and prime maturity. Choose from the following:
• Any zinnia - 3 blooms • Any marigold - 3 blooms • Petunia - 1 spray • Any other annual • Any perennial - 1 specimen or bloom • Houseplant or container-grown plant - one or more in one
container - must have been in grower's possession for at least three months
Agriculture and Natural Resources Refer to your 4-H Project Manual for project ideas.
Class 101A - Animal Science Any exhibit (excluding an animal itself) that is an outgrowth of a small or large animal project or program including beef, dairy, goat, dog, horse, pets, poultry, rabbit, sheep, and swine. Ownership of an animal is not required for entry in this class. Exhibit topics might include, but are not limited to; selection, feeding, financial management, waste management, use of records, health care, housing, or career opportunities. Class 211A - Conservation Any exhibit that is an outgrowth of a conservation project or program such as soil conservation, creating habitats, wetland restoration, energy conservation, planting windbreaks, etc. Class 221A - Entomology A general or special collection from an entomology or bee project. (excluding live specimens) or any exhibit which is an outgrowth of an entomology or bee project or program such as life cycle, bee management products (honey, wax), equipment, diseases, pests, habits of insects, insect genetics, IPM scouting, etc. Class 231A - Veterinary Science Any exhibit that is an outgrowth of a veterinary science project or program such as maintaining health, cause and prevention of disease, internal parasites, public health, careers, etc. Class 301A - Other Agriculture and Natural Resources Ideas Any other exhibit that is an outgrowth of a 4-H agriculture and natural resources project or educational experience that does not fit any previous class listed.
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Class 701A - Crop Production Any exhibit that is an outgrowth of participation in a corn, soybean, small grain, or forage project or program. If the exhibit involves a crop specimen, include the variety and planting date. Exhibit topics might include, but are not limited to; variety selection, plant growth, planting, plant nutrition, weed, insect or disease control, environmental protection, harvesting, storage, marketing, or career opportunities. Class 706A - Forestry General or special collection, i.e. leaves, seeds, etc. Class 706B - Forestry Any exhibit that is an outgrowth of participation in a forestry project or program such as insect or disease control, growth stages, type of tree for intended use, etc. Class 711A - Horticulture An exhibit that is an outgrowth of participation in flower gardening and ornamentals, home garden, small fruit crop and vegetable crop projects. Exhibits might include such ideas or concepts as cultivar selection, plant nutrition, insect, weed or disease control, harvesting, preservation, marketing, careers, etc. To exhibit vegetable specimen (project), refer to the 4-H Horticulture Show Department. Class 711B – Home Grounds Improvement An exhibit which is an outgrowth of participation in a home grounds improvement project or program. Exhibits might include ideas or concepts such as landscape plans, techniques, selection of landscape plants, garden design, garden features, careers, etc. Class 741A - Plant Science Any exhibit that is an outgrowth of a plant science project or program such as collections of plant growth, plant parts, soil structure, soil maps, germination, cross breeding, root systems, etc. Class 880A- Safety and Education Shooting Sports Any exhibit which is an outgrowth of participation in a SESS project or program such as archery, rifle, shotgun, muzzle loader, etc. Topics may include selection of equipment, record keeping in scoring, safety practices, care and storage of equipment, ethics, etc. Class 911A - Wildlife Any exhibit that is an outgrowth of participation in a wildlife project or program such as fish and wildlife identification, observation, habitats, fish and wildlife harvest, other activities, etc.
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Science, Mechanics & Engineering
Refer to your 4-H Project Manual for project ideas. Class 401A - Aerospace Flyable model built from a kit or original design. Class 401B - Aerospace Educational display or other type of exhibit showing an aerospace idea such as forces involved in flying, model rocket photography, safety in flying model rockets or airplanes, test for rocket stability, etc.; may include scale models or kits to illustrate a concept. Class 421A - Automotive Repaired or restored vehicle. (Note: If selected to go to the Iowa State Fair, cars will be on display one day only, Thursday, August 10.) Class 421B - Automotive Educational display or other type of exhibit showing an automotive idea such as safe operation, maintenance plan, comparison shopping, principles of systems operations such as electrical, braking, air bags, etc. Class 611A - Electric/Electronics Constructed or repaired article or educational display or other type of exhibit showing an electric or electronic idea such as safety, construction techniques, lighting effects, electrical energy sources, etc. Class 451A - Small Engine Repaired or restored operating engine or educational display or other type of exhibit showing a small engine idea such as maintenance, function of parts, comparisons, etc. Class 441A - Tractor Repaired or restored tractor. NOTE: A Conference Judging opportunity for exhibitors in class 441A will be offered during exhibit check-in. Tractors will be displayed outside and/or in a tent throughout the Iowa State Fair. Class 441B - Tractor Educational display or other type of exhibit related to a tractor showing an idea such as safe operation, maintenance plan, engine components, operation costs, principles of engine operation, safety hazards, etc.
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Class 411 - Welding Constructed article or educational display related to welding showing an idea such as safety, types of welds, comparisons of welds, etc. (NOTE: Large items may be displayed outside.) Class 461A - Woodworking New constructed and finished article. (You make the wood cuts and do the finishing) (NOTE: Large outdoor items may be displayed outside.) Class 461B - Woodworking Educational display or other type of exhibit showing a woodworking idea such as type of woods, wood finishes, safety precautions, tools and proper use, wood fasteners, woodworking skills and techniques, etc. Class 893A - Science and Technology Educational display or other type of exhibit showing how science and math help us understand the world. May include constructed article, posters, portfolios, notebooks, etc., to show and explain what was learned. Class 601A – Other Science, Mechanics and Engineering Ideas Any other exhibit that is an outgrowth of a 4-H science, mechanics and engineering project or educational experience that does not fit any previous classes listed. Note: large items may be displayed outside. Class 901A – Computer — Educational display or other type of exhibit showing:
• an original computer program written by the exhibitor in a common computer language, including documentation; or
• an applied use of existing software (database, spreadsheet, graphic design, etc.) including printouts of the application showing work product; or
• an other idea that is an outgrowth of participation in a 4-H computer project or program.
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KINZE Manufacturing Sweepstakes
1. Open to all 4-H and FFA members. 2. To qualify for this award, 4-H members must have their exhibit entered on
Tuesday, July 10 in Small Engines, Tractor, or Welding; FFA members must have their exhibit entered in FFA Metal Projects.
3. Exhibit brought to the Fair will first be evaluated by Fair judges on
Tuesday, July 10. A committee of three other people from KINZE Manufacturing will evaluate the exhibits and hold interviews on Thursday, July 12, 10 a.m., at Zentmire Hall. Evaluations will be based on:
a. The interview with the committee - 50% b. Technical knowledge of the exhibitor - 25% c. Actual results of the project based on the ribbon achieved by Fair judges - 25% 4. Cash awards for this sweepstakes will be: First Place - $500 Second Place - $300 Third Place - $200
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Personal Development Class 865A - Camping Any exhibit that is an outgrowth of participation in a camping project or activity such as camper safety, fire building, rainy day activities, outdoor cookery, day camp plan, selecting camping equipment, equipping a backpack, resource file of camping activities, etc. Class 806A - Citizenship Any exhibit that is an outgrowth of participation in a citizenship project or program such as responsibilities with family, club, community, world, plan community service activity, learn about local and county government, study family heritage, etc. Class 811A - Communication Any exhibit that is an outgrowth of participation in a communication project or program such as describing the communication process, methods of communicating, or a product based on a communications method which might include slide/tape, videotape (done in standard play), or feature news stories; or theater arts such as costuming, sound effects, props and staging, etc. Class 831A - Health Any exhibit that is an outgrowth of participation in a health project or program such as personal health analysis, physical fitness plan, home health hazard hunt, body systems and functions, daily food intake plan, minor injury treatment, community health services, effects of smoking, etc. Class 841A - Leadership Any exhibit that is an outgrowth of participation in a leadership project or program such as types of leadership, analysis of personal leadership styles and qualities, processes to determine the identification of community needs, resource analysis, activity plan, or youth as partners. Class 871A - Music Any exhibit that is an outgrowth of participation in a music project or program such as study of a composer, music history, comparison of types of music, composing an original song, teaching music to others, making a musical instrument, sharing musical programs, etc. Class 881A - Safety Any exhibit that is an outgrowth of participation in a safety project or program such as home hazard hunt, organize safety poster contest, conduct farm safety program, attend CPR training, develop home fire safety plan, etc. Class 891A - Self Determined Any exhibit that is an outgrowth of participation in a self determined project or program which does not fit any other project class.
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Issues Class 950A - Societal Issues Any exhibit by an individual or group that is an outgrowth from an Extension 4-H educational experience. Exhibits might include, but are not limited to topics such as recycling, water quality, erosion, pollution, radon, substance abuse, teen pregnancy, animal welfare/rights, etc. Include information on:
What is the societal issue? How does my/our goal relate to the issue? What did I/we learn about the issue? How can I/we best communicate the importance of the issue? What did I/we do to educate others about the issue?
4-H History/Family Heritage Purpose: This class is designed to help participants gain a greater appreciation for and to focus on 4-H history and family heritage. Emphasis is also provided for an intergenerational focus. Participants (youth and adults) are encouraged to learn and share more about the history of 4-H in Iowa and/or their family heritage. This class is designed and intended to provide an opportunity for 4-H’ers and adults to form a team in planning and developing an exhibit to share together learning related to history and heritage. Exhibits related to 4-H and fairs are strongly encouraged. 1. Each county may enter two (2) exhibits in this class. If two exhibits are
selected, at least one (1) must be a 4-H history/4-H heritage exhibit. The 4-H youth exhibitor(s) will receive a special recognition certificate.
2. The exhibit must be an outgrowth of a 4-H learning experience planned and completed by one or more 4-H’ers, of eligible exhibitor age, with one or more adult(s).
3. The exhibit is to be an outgrowth of work done, through 4-H, to accomplish
a goal(s) determined jointly by all the participating 4-H’ers and adults. 4. Exhibits might be an actual product, poster, display, report, notebook,
model, video tape, audio cassette, etc. 5. The exhibit should include the following information:
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What was the goal(s)? Include for both 4-H’er and adult participants(s).
How was the idea for the exhibit determined and developed? What responsibilities did each participant, youth and adult,
involved in the learning experience complete? What was the learning of this experience for each individual? This
might include what you learned about working with each other. What were the benefits of this experience for the participants
(youth/adults/together)? What plans do you have to continue this interest?
6. Exhibitors are responsible to read and comply with the Iowa County Fair
and the Iowa State Fair “General Exhibit Rules” including size, copyright where applicable, safety, etc. to be eligible for entry.
Class 811L - 4-H History/Family Heritage Any exhibit by one or more 4-H’ers with one or more adult(s) which is an outgrowth of a goal identified by the participants. Topics might be related to the history of 4-H, a 4-H project, educational experience, activity, family heritage, Iowa, etc.
Photography 1. Photographs may be either black and white or color. Photographs may be
processed from negatives, slides, or digital cameras and computer manipulation programs. Photographs exhibited must have been taken during the current 4-H year.
2. If photos are mounted, they can be (a) flush-mounted (no mounting board
showing) on mounting board, or (b) with mount borders (window mat or flat mount directly on board). Exhibitors may cut their own mounting boards, use inexpensive ready-cut window mats, or have matting done professionally. In all cases 4-H'ers are responsible for design decisions such as border width, color, and size. If photos are not mounted, they may be exhibited in a clear plastic covering such as photo album pages. Framed photos including floating frames, will not be judged.
3. If photos are not mounted, they may be exhibited in a clear plastic
covering, such as photo album pages. 4. The “4-H Photography Exhibit Label” (Revised January 2002) must be
completed and attached to each photo exhibit entry. Tape to back of mounting or fold label, as appropriate, for each exhibit. Label is available at the Extension office.
5. Captions are optional. If used, they should be short.
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6. Photos may be developed and printed by the member or commercially. 7. A series is a group of photos or slides that are related or tell a step-by-step
story. Photos must be mounted as one unit in story order. Slides should be numbered and/or displayed in sequence.
8. Captions are optional. If used, they should be short. 9. Members may enter a maximum of 6 single and 2 series. Class 851A - Mounted Photograph or Series Individual or series photos where the exhibited photo is at least 5x7 inches (exposed area of print). Larger photos may be cropped if necessary for better composition, but to no smaller than 5x7 inches. Series entries should consist of three to five photos (each 5x7 minimum) mounted as one piece. Mounting is required for all entries in this class. See item number two above for mounting suggestions. Class 851B - Single Photograph or Series A photo of any size may be considered in this class. There is no minimum size. Series entries should include three to five photos. If the series is mounted, it should be done as one piece. See item number two above for exhibiting suggestions. Class 851C - Contemporary/Creative Photography A photograph that is understood to be a creative, imaginative, or experimental departure from realism. A photograph that is understood to be a creative, imaginative, or experimental departure from realism. Examples of Contemporary/ Creative Photography may include: abstracts, derivations, distortions, black light, bas-relief, diazochrome, posterization, solarization, multiple exposures, montages, kodalith, multiple images with trick lenses and similar processes. Special exhibit requirements:
Photograph must be mounted but not framed. Photo exhibit label must be attached to the back of the exhibit. A detailed report must be attached clearly stating the process used to
achieve the desired effect. Each step and materials or equipment used must be included in this report.
Where possible, a copy of the photo before manipulation should be included with the report.
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Class 851D - Photography Idea This class is designed for creative photography and experiments that do not fit into the previous classes. Photos or educational displays in this class may make use of creative camera techniques, darkroom techniques, mounting and exhibiting techniques, or computer enhancement, just to name a few possibilities. Above all, creativity and originality are valued. If exhibit is a photo or collage of photos, it must not be framed and must have the photo exhibit label.
Visual Arts 1. Articles made from kits or preformed molds are not be accepted.
Exception: See class 821B item # 2. (Kits are defined as any prepackaged item where the materials and the design are predetermined by the manufacturer. Examples of preformed molds would be purchased greenware or whiteware.)
2. If the exhibit results in a finished art object, you must include the picture
of the source of the design, the design sketches, or process for creating the design. This might include cut paper designs, sketches, a piece of tree bark, doodles, or magazine pictures (identify the magazine and issue.)
The written description of the exhibit must identify the design element(s) and/or art principle(s) used in this particular exhibit and how it is used. (Example: “I used the primary colors of red, blue, and yellow to emphasize the geometric shapes” not just “the element I used was color”.) Design elements are line, shape, color, texture, and space described in the project manual “Celebrate Art” Unit 1, pages 11-13. Principles of design are rhythm, proportion, emphasis, balance, and unity described in the project manual “Art in Your Future” Unit 2, pages 10-14. 3. Copyright logos, designs, or trademark materials should not be used for
visual art exhibits on public display at a fair or other setting without written permission. If written permission has been obtained for an exhibit in the technique class, it should be included in the written support materials of this exhibit. For display purposes, exhibits will then be labeled “Copyright permission granted”. These materials are never appropriate for the Original Art class.
4. Every exhibit, except photo, MUST have attached a written or audio
cassette tape recorded statement responding briefly to the following questions about the exhibit:
What was your goal(s)? How did you go about working toward your goal(s)? What were the most important things you learned as you worked
toward your goal(s)?
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What would you like to do in this project area next year? Class 821A - Original Art Original art should be an exhibit that has a design unique to you. By using one medium or a combination, an individual creates an object that is not recognizable as another’s work. Trademarks, logos, and other copyrighted images cannot be original since some other artist has already designed and created it. An explanation of the application of design elements or art principles used when making the exhibit must be included. Does one (or more) of the following questions help describe what your exhibit is about? If it sounds like your exhibit, it should be in the Original Art Class.
1. Did your idea come from something you thought up, the placement of geometric shapes, or something viewed in nature?
2. Did you see a design, magazine picture, painting, etc., that gave you an idea and you made at least 3 major changes to that idea? (Include the source of design and explain the major changes.) You know it is a major change if you quickly look at your original source and your exhibit and they DO NOT seem similar.
3. Did you create your exhibit by observing things around you like looking at a still life or from a photograph you took of a scene?
4. Are the people in your exhibit (drawing, painting) ones you observed, studied, sketched, or photographed and not people you saw in a magazine or other photograph? (If the person is identifiable from your picture, did you request their permission to use them in your art work?)
Class 821B - Design and/or Technique Exploration Technique Exploration is an exhibit that provides an individual the opportunity to explore a new medium, practice a skill, or study a design element or art principle. This exhibit may be an object, portfolio, display, poster, or organized sketch book. If a non-original design source is used, its origin (where you found the idea, any pictures, sketches, etc.) must still be credited. Logos, designs, and trademarks that are copyrighted may only be used if permission for this specific use has been granted from an authorized authority. The written permission must be included in the support materials provided with the exhibit or the piece is not legal for public display and will be disqualified. For display purposes, those exhibits with written permission will be labeled “Copyright permission granted”. You must identify and explain the application of the design element(s) and art principle(s) that were featured in this exhibit.
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In this class
1. Directions may be used to make the exhibit (basket weave pattern, quilt pattern, process instructions i.e. tie dying). Include the source of instructions or copy of the instructions. In your write-up be sure to focus on the design elements or art principles used in making decisions to develop the exhibit.
2. It may be a process evaluation shown by examples that demonstrate a different step of the process needed to complete a finished product. This process evaluation is the only acceptable place to exhibit portions of greenware or whiteware to provide the appropriate surface to illustrate the process techniques being explored. Processes could include glazes, paint blending, surface preparation to the final product. A finished product will only be used in the evaluation to determine level of accomplishment of the goal.
3. A portfolio showing several examples of practicing techniques of a medium where you used design ideas from photos, magazines, pictures. You must credit the sources of design ideas.
4. You may use a series of rubber stamps, stencils, etc. to create a design, develop technique or study color and texture. Detailed explanation of the use of the design elements/art principles is required.
Create a picture while practicing and improving your technique(s) of drawing, shading, blending, etc. The write-up focuses on the techniques practiced to demonstrate skills in applying the design elements and/or art principles. Class 821C - Other Visual Art Topics Exhibits might include study on an individual artist, style, craft business or marketing process, planning group tour, career options, etc.
Kits or Preformed Molds (Not eligible for State Fair) * Class 4134 - Kits or Preformed Molds Any exhibit made from a kit or preformed mold -- not eligible for State Fair. Each exhibitor may enter only two (2) exhibits in this class. Each exhibit must be a different technique (e.g. macramé, candlewicking, quilting, pottery, ceramics, etc.)
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FFA Farm Mechanics Division Projects MUST BE entered and judged as an exhibit on Tuesday, July 10 to be eligible for KINZE Award. Class 4151 - Wood Projects Class 4152 - Metal Projects Exhibits constructed during the previous school year by a FFA member and approved by the chapter advisor. In a folder outline use, construction techniques and time, cost, and other pertinent information. Class entered is determined by the primary construction material. Entry into this class qualifies you to be eligible to participate in the KINZE Award. (see page 59 for description of award)
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Family & Consumer Sciences Department Superintendents Patty Best Julie Harriman Patty Miles Diana Roberts Sarah Streeper
General Rules and Regulations 1. All 4-H Family & Consumer Sciences exhibits will be placed in Zentmire
Hall after they have been judged. 2. State Fair Entries -- each exhibitor can have two entries go to the State Fair
from the Family & Consumer Sciences Department. 3. All exhibits will be judged on Tuesday, July 10. Times will be assigned by
club. Exhibits must wear a 4-H or FFA shirt on judging day. 4. Each entry must be the work of a member of an Iowa County 4-H
Club/FFA Chapter and have been done in the last twelve months. Entries can be any exhibit by an individual or group which is an outgrowth from an Extension education program related to the specific class.
5. EXHIBITS ENTERED AT THE COUNTY FAIR ARE STRONGLY
ENCOURAGED TO BE EVALUATED AT THE LOCAL ACHIEVEMENT SHOW OR CLUB TOUR.
6. Every exhibit MUST have attached a written or audio cassette tape
recorded statement responding briefly to the following questions about the exhibit:
What was your goal(s)? How did you go about working toward your goal(s)? What were the most important things you learned as you
worked toward your goal(s)? What would you like to do in this project area next year?
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7. Each exhibitor may enter any number of exhibits at the Iowa County Fair. 8. Exhibits will receive blue, red, or white premium ribbons. Outstanding
exhibits will receive Blue Rosette Award of Excellence ribbons. 9. Exhibits for State Fair will be selected from youth who have completed
grade 5th-12th (or that equivalent) who have received Awards of Excellence.
10. The management will not be responsible for loss or damage to exhibits
though it will use care to protect them. 11. Exhibits will be judged using conference judging at a time assigned to each
club. 12. NO parental involvement will be allowed during judging. 13. An exhibit can be entered in only one class. 14. All exhibits must be carefully labeled; giving name, name of local club,
and class number. If an exhibit consists of several items, all must be labeled.
15. GROUP EXHIBITS are permitted at the Iowa County Fair. However to
be considered for State Fair, the exhibit should be prepared by the age eligible 4-H’ers (5th grade and up). Refer to #4 in S.E.E. Department.
16. Maximum size guidelines:
Poster and banners are not to exceed standard posterboard size of 22"x28" or foam core board size of 22”x30”. Exception: see rule #2 in Poster Communications.
Chart or graph boards and model displays, etc. are not to exceed 4'x4' in size.
Display boxes are not to exceed 28"x22" in height or width and 12" in depth. Exception: see rule #9 for Food and Nutrition exhibits.
DUE TO SECURITY, WE DISCOURAGE 4-H'ERS FROM ADDING ITEMS THAT HAVE SPECIAL MEANING AND VALUE TO THE DISPLAY FOR AESTHETIC VALUE. 17. A poster is an exhibit that consists of a flat place card on which information
is presented through illustrations, pictures, charts, words, etc. 18. A display is an exhibit of such items as food, equipment, collections, etc.
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19. One or more of the following methods may be used for exhibiting: note cards, notebooks, posters, flip charts, paintings, drawings, photos, tapes (video or audio), etc.
20. Original use by a 4-H’er of copyright materials should not be used in
4-H exhibits. A copyright design is not allowable because in the Fair setting the exhibit is on public display and that infringes on copyright laws. If copyright material is used, the exhibitor should request in writing permission to use the copyrighted items, and include a letter of permission with the write-up.
21. * Marks exhibits not eligible for State Fair. 22. Products that require refrigeration (cream fillings, cream pies, meat or
broth, relish or fruit trays, cheeses, eggs, custard, egg noodles, and friendship starters, etc.) are not acceptable entries for the fair. These items do not hold up well at room temperature and often pose a food safety hazard. Such items will not be accepted, judged or displayed.
23. State Fair Winners will be asked to participate in the Champion Salute
on Sunday, July 15, 2:30 p.m. Pictures of State Fair Winners will be taken 1:00 p.m. on Sunday in Zentmire Hall.
Child Development Refer to your 4-H Project Manual for project ideas. Class 501A - Child Development Educational display or other type of exhibit relating to a child development project/program, such as age appropriate games and toys, original stories, baby-sitting, toy safety, positive guidance and discipline, kids with special needs, careers, etc. Exhibit information should include what you have learned 1) about yourself and/or 2) about children while creating and using this exhibit or 3) what the child gained or learned from use of the item in the exhibit.
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Clothing Refer to your Project Manual for project ideas
Class 511A - Clothing Design and Creative Sewing Includes, but not limited to, constructed garments or accessories; design illustrations, sketches, models, etc.; modified, designed or recycled garments; making a garment that enhances the way you or others look, design, or sew for others, etc. Application of design elements and art principles must be explained when appropriate. Class 511B - Choosing Clothes and Learning About Fabrics Includes, but not limited to, purchased garments or accessories, textile fiber or fabric characteristics, choosing clothes or accessories to enhance the way you or others look, labeling, etc. (Include only one shoe, earring, etc. if part of the exhibit). Application of design elements and art principles must be explained when appropriate. Class 511C - Clothing Safety and Care Includes, but not limited to, decisions about clothes for sports, temperature control and protection, laundry experiences, clothing care, etc. Class 511D - Other Clothing and Sewing Ideas Any other exhibit which is an outgrowth of a 4-H textile and clothing educational experience. Could include but not restricted to: 1) exploration of ethnic or historical clothing; 2) dress as a means of expression; 3) clothes for special needs of handicapped, elderly, children; 4) cultural expression through clothes; 5) career or processes in the textiles and/or apparel industry; 6) decorative processes such as textile dying, printing, embroidery, knitting, or quilting; 7) construction of household textiles. The exhibit may be an object, notebook, or poster. Application of design elements and art principles must be explained when appropriate.
Consumer & Management Refer to your Project Manual for project ideas. Entries can be any exhibit by an individual or group that is an outgrowth from an Extension education program related to the Consumer and Management Class. The process of learning about yourself while making decisions as a consumer is an important part of the project. The exhibit should demonstrate use of the decision-making model as described in project materials. An exhibit might include some of the following examples and/or other learnings from the project.
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Examples include games, stories, computer programs, photographs, displays, notebooks, videos, etc. Class 541A – Spending Plans and Record Keeping ⇒ Track your spending (account books, computer records, envelope systems,
checkbook records, etc.) ⇒ Set up family record keeping system. ⇒ Survey peer spending habits (allowances, video arcades, clothing, food,
etc.) ⇒ Track your 4-H project(s) spending (livestock records, photographs,
clothing, etc.). ⇒ Describe appropriate use of credit. ⇒ Track how you spend your time (calendar system, diary, etc.). ⇒ Set up a family calendar system. Class 541B – Comparison Shopping ⇒ Compare products. ⇒ Compare types of stores or places to shop. ⇒ Compare cost of shopping with cash and credit. ⇒ Compare colleges, trade schools, etc. ⇒ Compare cost of recreational activities. ⇒ Compare financial institutions (banks, saving and loans, credit unions,
etc.). ⇒ Compare car insurance. ⇒ Compare investments and savings.
Class 541C – Consumer Rights and Responsibilities ⇒ Explore advertising influences. ⇒ Show how to make a consumer complaint. ⇒ Show where to find consumer information. ⇒ Evaluate reliability of consumer information. ⇒ Describe cost of fraud (shoplifting, bad check, fake ID, etc.). ⇒ Describe potential problems related to privacy issues (social security
number, credit card, internet shopping, etc.).
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Food & Nutrition Refer to your Project Manual for project ideas. Special Rules -- In addition to the general rules, 4-H’ers entering Food And Nutrition exhibits must follow these special rules. 1. The recipe (ingredients, preparation instructions, time, temperature) MUST
be included for any prepared food exhibit. Source of recipe MUST be credited.
2. Preserved foods must include the Food Preservation Exhibit Label,
VI-991201-WB/SAS. Only food processed after August 1, 2006 is acceptable.
⇒ Type of food ⇒ Method of preservation ⇒ Processing time ⇒ Date processed ⇒ Source of recipe and/or method of preservation (if a publication,
include name and date) Current USDA and/or Iowa State University guidelines for home food preservation methods must be used. (Check at Extension Office for recommended practices or call the ISU Answer Line 1-800-262-3804 for current researched information.) 3. Preserved foods exhibits MUST include two (2) product samples. One will
be opened for evaluation and then discarded. The second will be on display and then will be returned to the exhibitor. Perishable food products will be discarded when removed from display.
4. Prepared foods should be placed on a firm disposable plate or flat
cardboard. Consider this recommendation rather than pans, plates, china, or baskets due to potential damage or loss. Place exhibit in a recloseable plastic bag with entry tag fastened outside the bag.
5. Products that require refrigeration (cream fillings, cream pies, cream cheese
frosting, meat or broth, relish or fruit trays, cheeses, eggs, custards, egg noodles, and friendship starters, etc.) are not appropriate entries for the Fair. These items do not hold up well at room temperature and often pose a food safety hazard. Such items will not be accepted, judged, or displayed.
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6. Due to safe handling concerns during processing, no meat jerky product
exhibits are allowed.
7. All food products and food preparation procedures used, illustrated, or described must be unquestionably safe. Any exhibit considered to be or to portray a food safety risk will not be accepted, judged, or displayed.
8. The use of alcoholic beverages in the preparation or production of 4-H food
exhibits is NOT permitted.
9. If you choose to use a display box, the dimensions are not to exceed 10”x12”x14”. (The three dimensions can be applied to best fit the exhibit size for height, width, or depth.) Poster size maximum: poster board 22”x28” or foam core board 22”x30”.
10. Food product exhibits need to include complete product (e.g. whole cake or
loaf) or six individual servings (e.g. cookies, biscuits, muffins, bars). 11. Choose one or more methods for exhibiting (note cards, notebooks, posters,
photos, cassette tapes -- audio or video, and products). 12. Every exhibit MUST have attached a written or audio cassette tape
recorded statement responding briefly to the following questions about the exhibit:
What was your goal(s)? How did you go about working toward your goal(s)? What were the most important things you learned as you
worked toward your goal(s)? Do you have ideas of what you would like to do in this project
area next year? 13. The complete exhibit or a picture will be on display for the entire Fair. 14. At the Iowa State Fair, preserved foods will be returned to the exhibitor.
All other perishable food products will be discarded when removed from display.
15. All food products/exhibits should be appropriate for human consumption/
nutritional evaluation. 16. Food Product exhibits must be prepared, baked, or cooked using only food
grade utensils and containers.
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Class 521A - Food Preparation and Safety (Including Food Preservation) Includes, but not limited to, prepared product, product evaluation, food preparation terms, storage practices, etc. Class 521B - Consumer Behavior and Management Includes, but not limited to, resource management, product comparison, meal planning and service, purchasing, food packaging and recycling, nutrition labeling, etc. Class 521C - Nutrition and Wellness Includes, but not limited to, dietary guidelines, nutrient functions, physical health, etc. Class 521D - Other Food and Nutrition Ideas Exhibit can tell or show any special related topic such as measurement of ingredients, eating out, special recipe collection, cultural food traditions, food science "whys," careers, etc. *Class 5035 - Cake Decorating Only styrofoam cakes or cake forms will be accepted. They will be judged on frosting and decoration. (This class is not eligible for State Fair.)
2007 4-H Go The Distance! Special Exhibit Class Rules This class is designed to help participants gain a greater appreciation for and understanding of the role nutrition and physical activity has in promoting health and well-being. Participants are encouraged to learn about how nutrition and physical activity affect the overall health (including physical performance and disease risk) of an individual or group. This class is intended to provide an opportunity for 4-Hers, as an individual, club or team, to plan and develop an exhibit that shares what they have learned about nutrition and physical activity in relation to health. Special Exhibit Guidelines 1. Each county may enter two (2) exhibits in this class. 2. The exhibit must be an outgrowth of a 4-H learning experience planned and
completed by one or more 4-Hers, of eligible exhibitor age. 3. The exhibit is to be an outgrowth of work done, through 4-H, to accomplish
a goal(s) determined by the 4-Her(s). 4. Exhibits might be an actual product, poster, display, report, notebook,
model, video tape, audio cassette, physical activity and menu plan, etc. 5. The exhibit should include the following information:
a. What was the goal(s)? b. How was the idea for the exhibit determined and developed?
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c. What responsibilities were completed by each participant involved in the learning experience?
d. What did you learn about nutrition and physical activity? e. What plans do you have to continue this interest?
6. Exhibitors must comply with the General Exhibit Rules, including size, copyright where applicable, safety, etc., to be eligible for Iowa State Fair entry.
Class 960, 4-H Go The Distance! 960A - Any exhibit, by one or more 4-H’ers, which is an outgrowth of a goal to explore an area of nutrition and physical activity for personal development. 960B - Any exhibit, by one or more 4-H’ers, which is an outgrowth of a goal to provide leadership in the areas of nutrition and physical activity in a group setting (ex: family, club, community). 960C - Any exhibit, by one or more 4-H’ers, which displays citizenship in the areas of nutrition and physical activity within a community (example: senior living center, school).
Home Improvement Refer to your Project Manual for project ideas. On the Iowa County level, the number of design elements and art principles may be less for younger participants – not eligible for State Fair. Refer to Elements & Principles of Design Class 531A - Design in the Home An educational display, notebook, poster or other type of exhibit such as a design element or art principle, explaining design of an item, selecting an item illustrating design, etc. Must include explanation of how a minimum of two (2) design elements or art principles were used in this exhibit. Class 531B - Furniture in the Home Includes, but not limited to, reclaimed furniture, room plans, furniture styles, historic furniture, buymanship, etc. Must include explanation of how a minimum of two (2) design elements or art principles were used in this exhibit.
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Class 531C - Accessories for the Home Includes, but not limited to, wall accessories, nature accessories, flatware selection/coordination, table design, lighting design, etc. Must include explanation of how a minimum of two (2) design elements or art principles were used in this exhibit. Class 531D - Fabrics in the Home Includes, but not limited to, upholstered furniture, pillows, curtains, table linens, storage protection, etc. Must include explanation of how a minimum of two (2) design elements or art principles were used in this exhibit. Class 531E - Maintenance in the Home Includes, but not limited to, cleaning plan, storage, energy conservation, recycling, own home away from home, etc. If appropriate, include an explanation of how the design elements or art principles were used in this exhibit. Class 531F - Other Home Improvement Ideas Any other exhibit which is an outgrowth of a home improvement project or program such as decision making process, careers, etc. If appropriate, include an explanation of how the design elements or art principles were used in this exhibit. Clothing Selection Contest - Purchased Garment Class 5061 - Junior Clothing Selection Class 5062 - Intermediate Clothing Selection Class 5063 - Senior Clothing Selection 1. This contest is for junior, intermediate, and senior 4-H'ers. The entrants
need not be enrolled in the clothing project. One boy, one girl, and one minority may be selected for State Fair; must have completed 9th – 12th grade. A 4-H member may participate in the State 4-H Clothing Selection program once as a senior.
2. Each entrant will select one outfit for the county contest that includes one or
more garments, shoes, and accessories. Undergarments will not be considered part of the outfit except as they affect outer appearance.
3. Garments must be purchased. The entrant must know the purchase date and
price for major garments and shoes, and the fiber content and care instructions for major garments. Outfits may be purchased from any source, including consignment shops, used clothing stores, etc. Clothing items which are home-sewn are not eligible unless the completed garment was purchased from a used clothing source. Clothing items which are custom sewn specifically for the participant are not eligible.
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4. Each entrant will complete a report form in which they explain their
selections. Seniors will use the State Fair form; juniors and intermediates will use a simplified version of the form.
5. Each entrant will have a conference evaluation in which the evaluation
criteria will be: (a) The individual (b) The outfit on the individual (c) The outfit for the intended purpose.
6. Entrants will be placed in a blue, red, or white group. Outstanding exhibits
will receive an Award of Excellence ribbon. 7. All entrants are strongly urged to participate in the Fashion Awards Show at
the 2007 Iowa County Fair. 8. Contestants at the Iowa State Clothing Selection Contest need to meet the
following qualifications:
Select and/or purchase an outfit that represents the 4-H’ers goal or intended use for the selected outfit.
Have had individual planned or county experience(s) in choosing shopping alternatives, evaluating fit, quality and construction features, price and cost comparison.
Must have completed the 9th grade and has not participated in the State Clothing Selection contest in previous years.
State Fair Clothing Selection is scheduled for Thursday, August 9 for the Southeast Area.
Participants must participate in the entire program.
Fashion Revue - Constructed Garment Class 5071 - Junior Fashion Revue Class 5072 - Intermediate Fashion Revue Class 5073 - Senior Fashion Revue Members do not need to be enrolled in the clothing project to enter the Iowa COUNTY Fashion Revue Contest. All contestants will need to present a Fashion Revue report to the judge at the time of the contest. The major garment of the costume is to be cut and constructed by the entrant. Accessories and undergarments may be made or selected by the entrant. Entrants will be placed in blue, red, and white ribbon groups. Outstanding exhibits will receive Awards of Excellence ribbons. All entrants are strongly urged to participate in the Fashion Awards Show at the 2007 Iowa County Fair. Contestants at the Iowa STATE Fashion Revue Contest need to meet the following qualifications:
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• Must have been enrolled for one year in a 4-H clothing project,
including 2007. • May not have represented the county at the State 4-H Fashion
Revue. • Model a garment or outfit the entrant has constructed, hand-
knitted, machine knitted, or crocheted during the current 4-H year. Garments or outfits consisting of one to three pieces such as party clothes, tailored suits, vest, slacks, skirt, active sportswear and/or coats are acceptable as Fashion Revue entries. Blouses and sweaters are usually considered as garments. If they are used under a coat or jacket for a touch of color at the neck (similar to a scarf) they may be made or selected. All other accessories and undergarments may be made or selected.
• Must have completed the 9th grade and has not participated in the State Fashion Revue contest in previous years.
• Four Fashion Revue participants will be eligible to represent each county with no more than two (2) participants from any one category (female, male, or minority).
• Participants must participate in the entire program.
2007 S.E.E. and Family & Consumer Sciences Award Donors
Amana Holiday Inn American Legion Auxiliary American Legion Post #76 Dr. Terry Babor, DDS, Marengo BUCKY’S, North English Dr. Susan E. Davis, O.D., Marengo Flower Connections, Victor Iowa County Farm Bureau Iowa County Soil & Water Conservation District Lillis Insurance Agency, Inc., Williamsburg Newspapers of Iowa County Marengo Bank Marten’s Law Office, Marengo Multi County Oil Co., Williamsburg Swartzendruber Lumber, Homestead Uhlmann’s Furniture, Williamsburg Williamsburg Foods Williamsburg Lumber Store
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Communication Programs Superintendents Educational Presentations, Share-the-Fun & Working Exhibits ....................Patty Miles & Diana Roberts Pride of Iowa Contest ............................................................. Heidi Gingerich The Communication Department is designed to provide opportunities for youth to select a method by which they might develop their personal communication skills in sharing knowledge or information with others. The classes are designed to provide a series of developmental experiences for various age levels. The ability to communicate will be the major criteria for evaluating this department.
Educational Presentations Class # 8100 --- An opportunity for 4-H'ers to personally demonstrate their communications skills by presenting knowledge, information, or a process to gain a desired response from an audience. The youth's subject should be an outgrowth of his/her 4-H experience. 1. Educational presentations may be given by one or more 4-H members. A
4-H member may participate in only one educational presentation per year at the Iowa State Fair. The topic of the presentation should determine it's length, but must not exceed 20 minutes for Intermediates and Seniors; 15 minutes for Juniors.
2. All participants will be given certificates and State Fair Ribbons. Only
one premium will be paid per presentation. 3. A team consisting of youth that are of mixed grades must be entered in the
class of the highest grade level team member.
4. Members must have completed 5th grade (or that equivalent) to be selected for State Fair. Up to six Educational Presentations may be selected to go to the Iowa State Fair.
5. Those selected to represent Iowa County at the Iowa State Fair will
compete on August 9th, 13th, 14th, 18th.
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Working Exhibits Class # 8200 -- Working Exhibits provide an opportunity for youth to communicate and interact with an audience in an informal way. Many stages of the exhibit or product should be ready so that any step can be discussed. No set format should be used. The best subjects involve action by the 4-H'er or involve the audience in some doing; feeling, tasting, smelling, or judging. The youth's subject should be an outgrowth of his/her 4-H experience. All Working Exhibits must not exceed 45 minutes. 1. Open to any 4-H'er. To be eligible to participate at State Fair, a youth
must have completed 5th grade (or that equivalent). Working Exhibits may be given by one or more 4-H'ers. Up to 4 Working Exhibits may be selected to go to the Iowa State Fair. A 4-H member may participate in only one working exhibit per year at the Iowa State Fair.
2. All participants will be given certificates and State Fair Ribbons. Only
one premium will be paid per exhibit. 3. Those selected to represent Iowa County at the Iowa State Fair will
compete on August 9th, 13th, 14th and 18th.
Share-the-Fun Class # 8300 -- Share-the-Fun presentations will provide an opportunity for 4-H members to perform before an audience, purely for the sake of enjoyment and to encourage and help leaders put "fun" into the 4-H and Youth Program. 1. Any age 4-H’er may participate at the Iowa County Fair.
2. To be eligible to participate at State Fair, 4-H members must have
completed 5th grade (or that equivalent). They must be an active member of an Extension sponsored youth group in the current year. If the presentation involves a whole club or a group from a given club, at least 80% of the performing group must have completed grade five. Up to three (3) quality presentations will be given the opportunity to perform as a Share-the-Fun act at the Iowa State Fair.
3. The presentation must not exceed 8 minutes in length. This time limit
will be enforced. 4. Skits, songs, stunts, short one-act plays, dances (folk, square, modern, tap),
magic, and other entertainment will be acceptable.
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5. Entries will be given certificates and State Fair ribbons. Only one premium will be paid per presentation.
6. Those selected to represent Iowa County at the Iowa State Fair will
compete on August 13th, 14th and 18th.
Pride of Iowa Contest Class # 8400 1. The “Pride of Iowa” contest will be held Saturday, July 14, beginning at
10:00 a.m. in Zentmire Hall. Participants will be notified prior to the contest of their assigned time.
2. Open to all current 4-H members in Iowa County. Cloverbuds may
participate in the Pride of Iowa contest. 3. Participants may select any recipe using at least one ingredient that is an
outstanding product of Iowa, such as pork, beef, turkey, lamb, dairy, eggs, or corn.
4. Participants must provide their own ingredients and equipment. Mixes
cannot be used for the “Pride of Iowa” product; however, a mix may be used as an ingredient. Participants will provide their own small appliances that they intend to use in the preparation of their product. (A second purpose of the “Pride of Iowa” contest is to promote the use of small appliances.)
5. Each participant must make a poster that includes the recipe used, their
name, and club name. Posters will be used during the presentation and must be left with the finished product. Underline all Iowa products.
6. Cloverbuds, Juniors and Intermediates will have 10 minutes and Seniors
will have 15 minutes to prepare their recipe as they would at home. (Time limits will be enforced.) There is no public speaking required.
7. All members will participate in clean clothes. Hair will be pulled back or
covered. An apron should be worn. A 4-H emblem is recommended. 8. A sample serving of the product will be evaluated by the judge, in a brief
conference judging, immediately following the presentation. The remainder of the product or an additional finished product is to be left at the serving table for the audience to sample.
9. Participants will receive blue, red, or white ribbons. One premium will be
paid per entry.
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10. Judges will pick an overall from each age group. 11. Participants’ recipes and entry forms are due to the Extension Office
by Friday, June 15th at 4:30 p.m. Indicate on the recipe in which category (pork, beef, turkey, lamb, dairy, eggs, or corn) you wish to compete. Late entries or recipes will not be accepted.
4-H Extemporaneous Speaking Contest This program is designed to encourage the development of the communication life skill through enhancing the ability to think, to organize, to speak, and to answer questions readily by anticipating 4-H’ers before an audience. 1. Participants must be senior 4-H’ers – completed 9th through 12th grade (or
that equivalent) in 2007. 2. Program format:
a. Thirty minutes before the program, each participant will draw three of the available topics, selecting one to speak on. The selected topic will not be available to the other participants in the speaker’s assigned room. The general nature of the topics will relate to 4-H. The other two topics drawn but not chosen will be returned to the available topics for the other participants. b. A preparation room is to be used with one participant per speaking site. A participant may not leave the preparation room until it is time to speak, nor may a participant receive help from a parent, leader, other adult, or any other youth. A program official will assist participants with the time requirements. c. All reference material will be screened by a program official on the following basis: i. Participant may bring his/her own books, magazines, or newspaper clippings for reference during the thirty minutes of preparation. ii. Reference material must be printed material such as books or magazines (cannot be notes, outlines, or speeches prepared by the participant or by another person for use in this program). iii. Some relevant reference material will be available in the preparation room. This material will consist of historical material related to the 4-H program.
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d. Each speech shall be the result of the 4-H’ers own efforts using approved reference material that a participant may bring to the preparation room. No other assistance may be provided. Plain 3”x5” note cards will be provided for each participant in the preparation room. If notes are used, the 3”x5” note cards provided must be used in delivering the speech. e. Only notes made during the preparation period may be used. f. Each speech shall not be less than four or more than six minutes with five minutes additional time allowed for related questions, which shall be asked by the judge. The participant will be shown time cards in an ascending order (1, 2, 3, 4, 5) by the timekeeper. “Stop” will be said at six (6) minutes. g. The program timekeeper will introduce each participant by name and the club he/she represents. The participant will be expected to introduce his/her speech by title only. h. Participants are not permitted to use any props, gadgets, posters, or
audiovisuals of any sort. A podium will not be available. 3. Speeches will be evaluated using the following criteria:
a. Content related to topic. b. Knowledge of the subject. c. Organization of material. d. Power of expression. e. Voice. f. Stage presence. g. General effect. h. Response to questions.
4. A judge’s critique/conference with each participant will be included as part of the program.
5. All 4-H participants will be given Certificates of Recognition. Seals of Merit will be presented to those giving outstanding speeches. Seals of Excellence will be presented to those giving superior speeches.
6. 4-H’ers participating in the 4-H Communication programs are encouraged to wear appropriate clothing representative of the 4-H Youth Program.
7. Those selected to represent Iowa County at the Iowa State Fair will compete on August 14th, 15th.
Class 811K Extemporaneous Speaking Contest
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4-H Poster Communications 1. Any 4-H'er who has completed 5th - 12th grade (or that equivalent)
may enter exhibits at the Iowa State Fair. This includes 4-H'ers of organized 4-H clubs, EFNEP, CRD, Urban and 4-H special interest groups, and 4-H school enrichment programs.
2. Iowa County may submit 2 entries in the 4-H Poster Communications to the
Iowa State Fair. No more than one entry per member. 3. All entries are to be entered at check-in on Tuesday, July 10th and do not
need to be entered ahead of that day. 4. All entries will receive blue, red, or white ribbons and a State Fair ribbon if
chosen to go to State Fair. Communicating Through 4-H Posters This component of the Iowa County and Iowa State Fair 4-H Communications program is to provide the opportunity for 4-H’ers to communicate to the public using the non-verbal form of communication on a poster. The objective of this class is to provide the opportunity for 4-H’ers to tell a story or idea visually about 4-H to the general public. Class 811J – Poster Communication 1. Only one poster per 4-H'er. 2. All posters must be designed on, or affixed to poster board, 14”x22”, or
foam core board, 15”x22”. Posters may be vertical or horizontal. Posters may be any medium: watercolor, ink, crayon, acrylic, charcoal, oils, collage. Posters cannot be 3-dimensional. Materials used to make the poster may not extend more than 1/8” above the poster or foam core board.
3. Each poster should have a completed exhibit entry form attached to the
back. Entry forms are available at the Extension Office. 4. Posters cannot incorporate copyright material or exact copies of other
promotional designs, such as the Iowa 4-H Youth Conference theme logo. 5. The 4-H Clover is a protected emblem. 4-H’ers can include the clover, but
do not copy/print other material over the clover. 6. The themes for "Communicating Through 4-H Posters" are:
a. 4-H is . . . (open to 4-H’er’s interpretation) b. Join 4-H
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c. License to Succeed (The 2007 Iowa 4-H Youth Conference theme) d. Sounds Like Fun! (The 2007 Iowa State Fair theme)
Communications Award Donor
KINZE Manufacturing Inc.
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Creative Arts Open Class Division
Superintendents Carolyn Refer Margaret Schumacher Sheryl Semler
General Rules and Regulations 1. All exhibitors may be residents of Iowa County or a surrounding county.
2. All exhibits will be placed in the meeting room at Zentmire Hall.
3. All exhibitors must be checked in Tuesday, July 10 from 6-8 p.m. and Wednesday, July 11, between 8-10 a.m. All exhibits will be judged on Wednesday.
4. Open House will be held Thursday, July 12 through Saturday, July 14 from 9 a.m. – 9 p.m. (9 a.m.-2 p.m. on Sunday, July 15).
5. Blue or red ribbons will be awarded to all entries. Blue Award of Excellence ribbons will be given to all outstanding entries, out of which, one exhibit in each department will be chosen “Best of Show”, and will receive a purple “Best of Show” ribbon.
6. All entry fee money and proceeds from the bake sale will be used to fund Open Class expenses and improvements. No premiums will be paid out. Each "Best of Show" winner will receive a $10.00 gift certificate. All blue ribbon winners will be eligible for a drawing for several $10.00 and $5.00 gift certificates.
7. All exhibits MUST be picked up on Sunday, July 15, after 4:30 p.m. Entries must be checked out with an Open Class Attendant before removing from the room.
8. Entry Fee Is $1.00 Per Item in all departments 9. Entries in ALL classes must be no older than TWO YEARS
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Department 1 - Arts and Crafts Each exhibitor may enter two (2) items per class. All pictures/art must be ready for hanging. Class 01 – Dolls (non fabric) Class 02 – Glass Class 03 – Jewelry Class 04 – Leather Class 05 – Metal Craft Class 06 – Models Class 07 – Nature Material Class 08 – Paper Crafts Class 09 – Pottery Class 10 – Holiday Item Class 11 – Soap Carving Class 12 – Stenciling Class 13 – Wall Accessory Class 14 – Ceramics Class 15 – Wreaths Class 16 – Computer Generated Art Class 17 – Historical Restoration Class 18 – Children's Category (12 yrs. and under) Class 19 – Wood Burning Class 20 – Any Other Item
Department 2 – Basket Weaving & Caning Each exhibitor may enter two (2) items per class...
Class 01 – Basket Weaving Baskets Class 02 – Basket Weaving Miscellaneous Item
Class 03 – Chair Caning Class 04 – Caning Miscellaneous Item Class 05 – Children's Category (12 yrs. and under)
Department 3 – Wood Crafts Each exhibitor may enter two (2) items per class.
Class 01 – Large Wood Article Class 02 – Small Wood Article Class 03 – Wood Carving Class 04 – Refinished Article Class 05 – Wood Turning Class 06 – Children's Category (12 yrs. and under)
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Department 4 – Painting & Drawing Each exhibitor may enter two (2) items per class.
Class 01 – Acrylic Painting
Class 02 – Oil Painting Class 03 – Pastels
Class 04 – Pen and Ink Drawing Class 05 – Pencil Drawing Class 06 – Water Colors Class 07 – Tole Painting Class 08 – Any Other Item Class 09 – Children’s Category (12 yrs. and younger)
Department 5 - Photography There is no limit as to the number of entries per class each exhibitor may enter. All photos are to be mounted. Exhibitors may mount their own photos on mat board, use ready-cut window mats, or have matting done professionally. Foam board may be added for stability. Framed photos will not be judged. Class 01 – Photography Class 02 – Photo Series Class 03 – Black and White Photography Class 04 – Any Other Item Class 05 – Children’s Category (12 yrs. and younger) Class 06- Digital (modified, enhanced)
Department 6 – Hobbies Each exhibitor may exhibit ONE entry. A collection of (3 or more) small articles. Example: marbles, pencils, pens, pocket knives, compacts, etc.)
Department 7 – Heritage Each Exhibitor may exhibit ONE entry. Articles made by an ancestor. Example: clothing, quilts, small piece of furniture, toys, etc.
Department 8 – Christmas In July There is no limit as to the number of entries each exhibitor may enter. Handmade Christmas tree ornaments. These will be displayed on a Christmas tree provided by the Open Class Committee.
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Department 9 - Textiles Each exhibitor may enter two (2) items per class. All clothing must be brought on hangers. Exhibits may be brought in plastic bags to prevent soiling.
Class 01 – Candlewicking Class 02 – Christmas (Miscellaneous Article) Class 03 – Christmas Tree Ornaments Class 04 – Children's Category (12 years and under) Class 05 – Constructed Clothing - Adult
Class 06 – Counted Cross Stitch Class 07 – Crewel Embroidery Class 08 – Dolls Class 09 – Embroidery (Thread or Liquid) Class 10 – Holiday Item (Miscellaneous Article) Class 11 – Any Other Item Class 12 – Hardanger Class 13 – Latch Hook Class 14 – Machine Appliqué Class 15 – Machine Embroidery Class 16 – Macramé Weaving Class 17 – Needlepoint Class 18 – Pillows Class 19 – Rag Baskets Class 20 – Rug, Braided Class 21 – Rug Weaving Class 22 – Smocking Class 23 – Stuffed Animals Class 24 – Weaving Class 25 – Wreaths Class 26 – Hand Applique Class 27 – Any Other Item Class 28 – Children’s Category (12 yrs. and younger)
Department 10 – Crochet Each exhibitor may enter two (2) items per class.
Class 01 – Afghan (Crochet) Class 02 – Baby Items
Class 03 – Doily Class 04 – Rag Crochet (Miscellaneous) Class 05 – Sweater Class 06 – Wall Hanging Class 07 – Miscellaneous Item Class 08 – Children’s Category (12 yrs. and younger)
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Department 11 – Tatting Each exhibitor may enter two (2) items per class.
Class 01 – Shuttle Tatting (Miscellaneous Item) Class 02 – Needle Tatting (Miscellaneous Item) Class 03 – Cro-Tat (Miscellaneous Item)
Department 12 – Knitting Each exhibitor may enter two (2) items per class.
Class 01 – Afghan (Hand Knitted) Class 02 – Sweater (Hand Knitted) Class 03 – Baby Item (Hand Knitted) Class 04 – Miscellaneous Knitted Item Class 05 – Machine Knitting Class 06 – Children’s Category (12 yrs. and younger)
Department 13 - Quilts Each exhibitor may enter two (2) items per class. Exhibits may be brought in plastic bags to prevent soiling. Class 01 – Baby Quilts (Hand Quilted) Class 02 – Baby Quilts (Machine Quilted) Class 03 – Group Quilt (by 2 or more people) Class 04 – Hand Quilted Quilt Class 05 – Machine Quilted Quilt Class 06 – Scrap Quilt/Comforter Class 07 – Small Hand Quilted Item (Miscellaneous) Class 08 – Small Machine Quilted Item (Miscellaneous) Class 09 – Wall Hanging (Hand Quilted) Class 10 – Wall Hanging (Machine Quilted) Class 11 – Clothing Class 12 – Christmas Tree Skirts (Hand Quilted) Class 13 – Christmas Tree Skirts (Machine Quilted) Class 14 – Trapunto Quilting Class 15 – Hand Applique Class 16 – Machine Applique Class 17 – Children’s Category (12 yrs. and younger)
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Department 14 - Fruits and Vegetables Each exhibitor may enter one (1) specimen per class. Entries must be grown by exhibitor. All vegetable and fruit specimens must be placed on a paper plate. Exhibitors are strongly encouraged to include the variety with their entry, as this is helpful to the judge, although it is not a requirement for entry. I. Vegetables
Class 01 – Green Beans ............................................................. 6 Class 02 – Yellow Beans ........................................................... 6 Class 03 – Other Beans .............................................................. 6
Class 04 – Beets ......................................................................... 3 Class 05 – Cabbage ........................................................... 1 head Class 06 – Red Cabbage ................................................... 1 head Class 07 – Chinese Cabbage ............................................. 1 head Class 08 – Cauliflower ..................................................... 1 head Class 09 – Cucumber, pickling .................................................. 5 Class 10 – Cucumber, slicing .................................................... 2 Class 11 – Kohlrabi ................................................................... 2 Class 12 – Carrots, 1½" tops ...................................................... 3 Class 13 – Yellow Onions ......................................................... 3 Class 14 – White Onions ........................................................... 3 Class 15 – Red Onions ............................................................... 3 Class 16 – Hot Peppers .............................................................. 2 Class 17 – Green Sweet Peppers ............................................... 2 Class 18 – Other Peppers ........................................................... 2 Class 19 – Acorn Squash ........................................................... 1 Class 20 – Crookneck Squash .................................................... 1 Class 21 – Zucchini Squash ....................................................... 2 Class 22 – Summer Squash ........................................................ 2 Class 23 – Sweet Corn ....................................................... 2 ears Class 24 – Turnips ..................................................................... 3 Class 25 – Red Tomatoes .......................................................... 3 Class 26 – Cherry Tomatoes .................................................... 10 Class 27 – Yellow Tomatoes ..................................................... 3 Class 28 – Potatoes .................................................................... 3 Class 29 – Peas .......................................................................... 6 Class 30 – Unusually Shaped Vegetable ................................... 3 Class 31 – Any Other Vegetable ............................................... 3 Class 32 – Children’s Category (12 yrs. and younger)
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II. Fruits Class 01 – Red Raspberries ....................................................... 6 Class 02 – Black Raspberries .................................................... 6 Class 03 – Gooseberries ............................................................ 6 Class 04 – Grapes .......................................................... 1 cluster Class 05 – Apples .................................................... 3 same kind Class 06 – Plums ........................................................................ 5 Class 07 – Any Other Fruit ........................................................ 3 Class 08 – Children’s Category (12 yrs. and younger)
Department 15 - Flowers Each exhibitor may enter one (1) exhibit per class. Entries must be grown by the exhibitor. Professional florists may not compete. Containers must be clear glass (e.g. pop bottle, glass milk bottle, fruit juice bottle, etc.) Judges encourage variety or name. I. Potted Plants Class 01 – Grown Primarily for Foliage Class 02 – Grown Primarily for Bloom Class 03 – Vining Plant Class 04 – Cactus Class 05 – Children’s Category (12 yrs. and younger) II. Horticulture - Annuals Class 01 – Zinnias ............................................................ 3 stems Class 02 – Marigolds ........................................................ 1 stem Class 03 – Gladiolus ......................................................... 1 stem Class 04 – Celosia ............................................................. 1 stem Class 05 – Corn Flower (Bachelor Buttons) ................... 3 stems Class 06 – Statice .............................................................. 1 stem Class 07 – Straw Flowers (Helichrysum) ....................... 3 stems Class 08 – Any Other Annual .......................................... 2 stems Class 09 – Children’s Category (12 yrs. and younger) III. Horticulture - Perennials Class 01 – Asters ............................................................. 3 stems Class 02 – Chrysanthemum .............................................. 1 stem Class 03 – Tea Rose .......................................................... 1 stem Class 04 – Any Other Rose ............................... 1 stem or cluster Class 05 – Daisy .............................................................. 3 stems Class 06 – Lilly (Any Variety)…………………….…….1 stem Class 07 – Any Other Perennial ....................................... 2 stems Class 08 – Children’s Category (12 yrs. and younger)
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Department 16 - Flower Show Each exhibitor may enter one (1) exhibit per class. Only fresh materials are to be used unless otherwise stated. When dried materials are called for, they MUST be natural materials -- no artificial flowers or greenery may be used, unless otherwise stated in a particular class. Professionals are invited for educational exhibits, but may not compete.
Class 01 – Christmas Memories May be a wreath, wall hanging, or an arrangement in a container. May use dried or fresh materials.
Class 02 – Be My Valentine Companion arrangement. Class 03 – St. Patrick’s Day Predominately green -- a happy
arrangement. Class 04 – Easter Sunday An arrangement appropriate for
your church altar OR a flower decorated bonnet or hat.
Class 05 – May Day An arrangement in a basket. Class 06 – Fourth of July An arrangement of red, white,
and blue OR all red, OR all white, OR all blue. Do NOT incorporate a flag into the arrangement.
Class 07 – Celebrate A Bountiful Harvest
An arrangement of fruit or vegetables in an antique container, with or without flowers.
Class 08 – Dried Any swag, wreath, wall arrangement, or centerpiece. All flowers and greenery must be natural. Ribbon and other accents accepted.
Class 09 – Youth Arrangements done in any of the above class formats by someone 12 years old or younger.
Class 10 – Wildflower Arrangement
Arrangements made with wild flowers planted and cultivated by the exhibitor in their garden.
Department 17 - Products of the Kitchen
Each exhibitor may enter one (1) item per class. All entries must be homemade by exhibitor. Cakes should be unfrosted with the exception of Decorated Cakes. Decorated Cakes may use box mixes. No custard or cream pies will be
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accepted. All exhibits are to be placed on a paper plate and put in a plastic bag. Pies should be in a disposable pie tin. A complete recipe on a 3x5" card must accompany each entry except for Decorated Cakes. I. Yeast Bread and Rolls -- 6 rolls on a plate Class 01 – White Bread Class 02 – Wheat Bread Class 03 – Rye Bread Class 04 – Any Other Yeast Bread Class 05 – Dinner Rolls Class 06 – Any Other Yeast Rolls Class 07 – Cinnamon Rolls Class 08 – Caramel Pecan Rolls Class 09 – Any Other Sweet Rolls Class 10 – Bread Machine – Bread or Rolls Class 11 – Variation of purchased mix or frozen dough (oven or bread
machine) Class 12 – Children’s Category (12 yrs. and younger) II. Quick Breads Class 01 – Zucchini Bread Class 02 – Banana Bread Class 03 – Pumpkin Bread Class 04 – Fruit Bread Class 05 – Any Other Quick Breads Class 06 – Children’s Category (12 yrs. and younger) III. Muffins -- 6 on a plate Class 01 – Oat Bran Muffin Class 02 – Any Other Bran Muffin Class 03 – Blueberry Muffin Class 04 – Any Other Muffin Class 05 – Children’s Category (12 yrs. and younger) IV. Cookies -- 6 on a plate Class 01 – Drop Cookies Class 02 – Molded Cookies Class 03 – Cutout Cookies Class 04 – Bar Cookies Class 05 – Any Other Cookie Class 06 – Children’s Category (12 yrs. and younger) V. Cakes Class 01 – Angel Food Cake Class 02 – Shortening-type Cake Class 03 – Decorated Cake Class 04 – Coffee Cake
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Class 05 – Any Other Cake Class 06 – Recipe starting with a purchased cake mix Class 07 – Children’s Category (12 yrs. and younger) VI. Pies Class 01 – Fruit Pie Class 02 – Nut Pie Class 03 – Children’s Category (12 yrs. and younger) VII. Jams, Jellies, and Preserves VIII. Canned Produce Exhibit must include two (2) jars. One will be opened by the judge for tasting. The other jar will be for display. All jams, jellies, and preserves MUST BE PROCESSED in water bath, with two-pieced lids according to Extension guidelines. Use of paraffin is not acceptable.
