July 9-14, 2019 Proctor-Duluth - Extension · 4‐H exhibits at the South St. Louis County Fair. To be eligible for State Fair trips and grand and reserve ribbon awards, the 4‐H

July 9-14, 2019 Proctor-Duluth

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SOUTH ST. LOUIS COUNTY FAIR Proctor‐Duluth Fairgrounds

800 N Boundary Ave, Duluth, MN

218‐628‐2401

www.proctorduluthfair.com

Admission: $4 12 & under: Free

Admission fee charged Wednesday through Sunday.

Par cipa ng 4‐H members will be given wristbands

that allow free entry to the fairgrounds.

For a schedule of events and lis ng of open class exhibit areas, look for free copies of the

South St. Louis County Fair premium book at Proctor businesses or visit www.proctorduluthfair.com.

Proctor‐Duluth Fairgrounds

Hockey Arena

Barn

Dirt Floor Arena

Industrial Building

(Exhibit area and 4‐H

Foodstand)

Outdoor Arena

Poultry and

Rabbit Barn

Horse Barn

Barn Entrance Main Entrance Gate

Racetrack/Grandstand

Parking

Fairboard Office

Midway

Boundary Ave.

Diner

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TUESDAY, JULY 9 3 ‐ 6 p.m. 4‐H Project Judging in the Industrial Building

WEDNESDAY, JULY 10 2 ‐ 6 p.m. Animal Check‐in in the Barns

THURSDAY, JULY 11 8 a.m. ‐ 10:30 a.m. Rabbit Judging near the Rabbit Barn

9 a.m. ‐ 5 p.m. State Qualifying Horse Show

FRIDAY, JULY 12 8 ‐ 10:30 a.m. Goat Show in the Dirt Floor Arena

11:00 a.m. Horse Costume Contest in the Dirt Floor Arena

12:30 p.m. Music in Mo on Horse Contest in the Dirt Floor Arena

2 p.m. Horse Fun Show in the Dirt Floor Arena

4 p.m. Pet Show near the Outdoor Exhibit Pavilion

5‐7 p.m. Beef, Sheep, Swine, and Meat Goat Judging in the Barns

SATURDAY, JULY 13 8 ‐ 11:00 a.m. Poultry Judging in the Poultry Barn

11:30 a.m. Performing Arts & Fashion Revue at the Outdoor Stage

2:00 p.m. Food Review and Demonstra on Contest in the Industrial Building

5 p.m. Livestock Demonstra ons at the Outdoor Exhibit Pavilion

SUNDAY, JULY 14 3:30 p.m. Award Ceremony at the Outdoor Stage followed by the

County Fair Celebra on and Refreshments in the Industrial Building

6:00 p.m. Exhibits Released

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AP Cook Bldg. 2503 Rice Lake Rd. 218‐733‐2870

Duluth, MN 558

Tim Caines, 4‐H Program Coordinator 218‐733‐2873

Stacey DeRoche, Support Staff 218‐733‐2877

[email protected]

[email protected]

I ’ T C F ! Join us at the 2019 South St. Louis County Fair! Our 4‐H par cipants have been working hard on comple ng projects to

display and to demonstrate all they have learned the past year. Whether it is a sta c display or an animal, I know it will

be exci ng to see. Each year I am more impressed by the ingenuity and crea vity expressed by the youth of the county.

I am looking forward to what this year brings and it will be here before you know it. See you at the Fair!!

‐ Tim Caines, 4‐H Program Coordinator

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In exchange for sharing your work and providing interes ng items for people to view during the Fair, the South St. Louis

County Fair Board assigns a cash award or “premium” to exhibits submi ed by 4‐H members. You will receive a

premium check in the mail approximately ten days a er the Fair.

Project Area Blue Red White Project Area Blue Red White

Club Booth, Banner $20.00 15.00 10.00 Sta c 4‐H Projects 2.00 1.75 1.50

Club Display 15.00 10.00 5.00 Cloverbud / Par cipa on 2.00 2.00 2.00

Club Scrapbook, Club Project,

Club Community Pride

6.00 4.00 2.00 Conference Record Judging, Public Presenta ons

2.00 1.75 1.50

Rabbit, Poultry 3.00 2.50 2.00 Science of Animal Exhibits 2.00 1.75 1.50

Beef, Dairy 15.00 13.00 10.00 Horse 4.00

Sheep, Swine, Goat, Lama 10.00 8.00 6.00 Horse Training (Step 1‐5) 5.00 (Successfully Completed)

Cat, Dog, Pet, Livestock Demonsta ons 2.00 1.75 1.50 Horse Training (Step 6)

10.00 (Successfully Completed)

3.00 2.00

Grand Rapids Center, 123 NE 4th St. 218‐726‐6464

Grand Rapids, MN 55744

Jan Derdowski, Extension Educator 218‐341‐6231

[email protected]

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Fairgrounds Map 1 The Judging Process 8‐9 Beef and Dairy 26

Schedule 2 State Fair 10 Dog 27

Premium List 3 Cloverbud Par cipa on 10 Goat and Lama 28

Par cipa on 4 Cloverbud Projects & Ac vi es 11‐12 Poultry 29

Conduct & Safety 5 Public Presenta ons 13 Rabbit and Sheep 30

4‐H Exhibits 5 Fashion Revue & Food Review 14 Swine and Livestock Demonstra on 31

Exhibit Guidelines 6 Club Exhibits 14 Science of Animals 31

Bringing Animals 7 Sta c 4‐H Projects 15‐27 Horse 32‐34

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The Fair Guide contains info needed to take part in the County Fair. It is especially important to use the Guide when registering for the Fair in FairEntry as it will help you figure out where to find projects in the FairEntry system. Below is a lis ng of the Guide’s main sec ons.

Fair Informa on – The first few pages of this book contain info that everyone should review to prepare for the Fair.

Cloverbuds – This sec on is specific to kids in Kindergarten through 2nd grade.

Fashion Revue, Food Review, & Demonstra ons — Registra on informa on related to these events.

Sta c Projects – General subject area projects that usually do not include live animal exhibits

Animal Projects – Guidelines and classes for goat, sheep, poultry, rabbits, beef, dairy, swine, lama. and dogs.

Horse Project – This is the sec on which lists all the horse project rules, guidelines, and show classes.

W C P F ? Par cipa on and award eligibility are subject to the following guidelines:

All enrolled South St. Louis County 4‐H’ers may enter 4‐H exhibits at the South St. Louis County Fair.

To be eligible for State Fair trips and grand and reserve ribbon awards, the 4‐H enrollment and animal ID deadline of May 15th must be met.

4‐H members enrolled a er May 15 can s ll par cipate in the County Fair. There is a one‐ me exemp on youth can take advantage of if they miss this deadline to s ll be eligible for purple ribbons or State trips.

4‐H’ers that miss the May 15 deadline will s ll receive regular ribbon awards, earn premiums, and have the opportunity to share their skills and knowledge in County Fair events.

If youth are joining 4‐H for the first me a er May 15th, they can par cipate in County Fair events but may not enjoy full privileges.

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All registra ons will be done using FairEntry online. If you do not have internet access you may stop in the Extension Office to register or ask your club leader for assistance.

FairEntry is integrated with 4HOnline.com which means that families will be using their 4HOnline logins to access FairEntry. Forgo en passwords can be reset in 4HOnline.

Registra on opens on June 1 and closes on June 25. To register visit southstlouiscountyfair.fairentry.com

VERY IMPORTANT: Choosing projects when a youth enrolls in 4‐H is not registra on for the Fair. 4‐H members are registered for the Fair if they completed FAIR registra on on the FairEntry website or sent in a paper registra on form a er June 1. Online 4‐H enrollment or filling out paper forms before June 1 is NOT Fair registra on.

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F E Q G Start here: southstlouiscountyfair.fairentry.com

Click on “Sign in with 4HOnline.” Enter your 4HOnline login e‐mail and password.

Click on “Begin Registra on.” Then click on “Individual.”

Choose the 4‐H member who is registering.

Answer any ques ons that may come up.

Click “Con nue to Entries”, then “Add an Entry.”

Select the Department & Division. Click on “Choose.”

Select from a list of “classes.” Choose how many classes (individual exhibits/projects) the 4‐H’er is bringing to the Fair. Note: project codes are no longer used. Just look for your project name and register for up to the allowed amount of classes for that project area.

A er successfully comple ng an entry, you can:

Click “Add another Entry” to con nue adding entries.

Click “Register another Exhibitor” to change to another 4‐H member in the family.

Click “Con nue to Payment.” Note: there are no fees or payments needed, but this step is required to complete your registra on.

Follow the steps as prompted and “submit” the invoice. A er the invoice is submi ed addi onal entries cannot be entered un l 4‐H staff have reviewed and approved them.

If you have any ques ons regarding par cipa on at the County Fair or FairEntry call the 4‐H Office at 733‐2870.

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Do not allow your child to wear clothing with his/her name on it.

Encourage kids to always be with a friend or adult.

Explain to your child that all types of people come to the fair. Most of these people are kind and caring. A few people may not behave as they should. If someone says or does anything that confuses or worries your child, they should go to a safe adult immediately.

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Youth par cipa ng in or a ending local, regional, state and na onal 4‐H programs and/or ac vi es are required to conduct themselves according to the Minnesota 4‐H Code of Conduct which they signed when they enrolled in 4‐H. The full code is available online at h p://www.extension.umn.edu/youth/mn4‐h/policies/ or is available through local County Extension Offices.

Parents and legal guardians a ending or par cipa ng in 4‐H youth development programs are also required to conduct themselves according to the Minnesota 4‐H Code of Conduct and assist and support youth in their efforts to adhere to the Code.

So, you’ve decided that you’d like to bring an exhibit to the Fair! What next? You need to pay a en on to deadlines and instruc ons for registra on. You should also take note of any requirements listed for each specific project area in the project lis ngs in the Guide.

If you’re par cipa ng in a non‐livestock project area you will bring exhibits to the Fair on Tuesday, July 9. Judging will take place from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in the Industrial Building on the Proctor Fairgrounds.

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A 4‐H registra on table will be located near the judging area. This will be your first stop. At the registra on table, a volunteer will accept your records, guide you to the judging sta ons, and deliver your exhibit cards.

From there, you can proceed to the appropriate judging area and wait your turn to meet with the judge to talk about your project.

Members are only eligible for State Fair trips and grand and reserve champion placings if they enrolled in 4‐H by May 15th and submi ed their County Fair registra on paperwork by June 25th, 2019.

F E Basic Principle: Fair exhibits should show what learning has taken place during the current program year. What you have learned is as important as what you have made. Be your own exhibit.

4‐H Exhibits can take many shapes and forms. There is no specific “4‐H way” of doing an exhibit. There are specific requirements for project areas. Check the lis ng for your project for special requirements. State Fair rules may be more specific than county rules. Make sure you know what the State Fair requirements are if you would like a chance to take your project to State Fair. This is only a possibility for youth that have completed 6th grade.

Members may exhibit, demonstrate, or take part only in projects in which they are enrolled. All work on projects entered should be done by the 4‐H member and completed during the current 4‐H year unless otherwise noted.

Mee ng exhibi on requirements for 4‐H exhibit entry day through release me: if exhibi on requirements are not met (and permission is not granted by 4‐H and the Fair), youth will not be eligible for all show related premiums, awards, and par cipa on in the state event. Approved early release is an excep on to the rule and becomes a 4‐H staff decision based on each situa on.

Think about the following things: what you set out to learn; how you went about it; what special help you received; what problems you faced; what you learned; how your object shows your learning; and what you would do differently.

Prepare your exhibit carefully and neatly. Know how you prepared it and know the cost, me, materials, and your effort. To prac ce or role‐play the judging process, talk about your project with a parent, 4‐H leader or friend.

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P R Each 4‐H member may complete 4‐H records each year in order to work on and improve their communica on skills. Horse project members must complete records in order to be eligible for special awards like high point.

Cloverbuds – One Cloverbud Record

4‐H Members – For each project area—one “4‐H youth development record” (basic or experienced). For example, if you are bringing two photographs to the Fair, you will fill out one record for photography.

Horse Project Members – The horse member achievement program booklet with level one completed the first year and a half level for each year therea er and the basic horse record/bio sheet to be shared during the County Fair shows.

The ps below refer primarily to photos and posters. The same principles apply to crea ve arts and needle arts or any visual display. Remember to put the focus on the featured item, eliminate clu er and let one figure or word dominate.

The following are ideas to start you thinking about ways to exhibit what you have learned. Think about what and how the exhibit appeals to the senses. Consider using touch, sound and/or smell as well as visual a rac on to catch & hold the a en on of the observer. Use your own crea vity to decide what object would best show what you have learned.

Exhibits may be, but are not limited to:

Mobile Puppet Show Poster Diorama Collage Banner Shadow Box Collec on Historical/Cultural Study 3‐D Display

Model Papier‐mâché Video Por olio Photos Skit Display Powerpoint Magazine or Comic Book Scrapbook

A few more important notes:

Poster exhibits may not exceed 22” wide x 28” high. They may be smaller.

Educa on/Science Tri‐Fold Exhibits for all project areas may not exceed 12” deep x 24” wide x 36” high. (Center back 24” wide x 36” high, right and le wings each 12” wide x 36” high.)

All exhibits must be labeled with name, county, and club/independent. Other relevant info for the project (eg. vegetable variety) should be included. Each part in a mul ple piece exhibit needs to be labeled and designated as “1 of 4,” “2 of 4,” etc.

Floor space for any exhibit should not exceed 20 square feet. If your exhibit exceeds this limita on, contact the Extension office.

Posters:

Use white space, keep the main object large

Divide the remaining items into groups. Keep them smaller than focal object

Make le ers large enough to read‐ 1 inch per 2.5 feet viewing distance

Framing:

Use margins and white space as a “frame” for posters

Use linear objects such as trees to frame focal points

Ma e your object in a neutral color or an accent color

Do not put photographs in frames. Ma e them only.

Finishing:

Wash and press items as needed

Ma e or double ma e photos/posters/pictures

Wall hung items must have hooks or a achments

Pay a en on to details & presenta on in all projects.

Public Displays:

A photo of a fragile item or heirloom can be displayed if there is concern about the risks of a public display.

Perishable items may not hold up in warm weather. They may be discarded and photos used in their place.

Skits, puppet shows, or presenta ons should have something that can be le up for display in the 4‐H building during County Fair. This may include costumes, puppets, scripts, and/or photos.

Photos:

Take photos from several angles

Keep the composi on simple and unclu ered

Color:

Use color to add interest and contrast

Avoid using too many colors; 2‐3 colors & a neutral color works best

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Op onal materials that can be added to records include: calendar, news ar cles, stories, financial records, and/or pictures.

4‐H records should be turned in at your first Fair event.

Horse records must be turned in prior to the start of the State Qualifying horse show.

You may keep records if you need them during the judging process. But, be sure to turn them in at the 4‐H registra on area immediately a er judging.

Record forms can be picked up at the Extension Office or can be downloaded at www.stlouiscountymn.gov/4H.

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The following rules apply to many or all animal exhibits. Animal details vary according to the type of animal so be sure to check related sec ons for addi onal informa on on bringing animals to the County Fair.

All beef, dairy, dog, goat, horse, lama, rabbit, sheep and swine shown in 4‐H livestock shows must have the required State 4‐H ID system, ear tag and/or ta oo. Animal ID data must be submi ed online, arrive in the Extension office, or be postmarked no later than May 15 with the excep on of Market Beef due February 15.

A check‐in table will be set up in the 4‐H Fairgrounds barn area on Wednesday, July 11th, as animals are arriving from 2 to 7 p.m. At that me, staff and volunteers will check to make sure animals have been iden fied properly and that youth have entered them in the correct classes for County Fair shows. Sheep, swine, llama, goat, dairy, beef, poultry and rabbit entries must be checked in on Wednesday and remain at the fairgrounds un l they are released by the Livestock Superintendent on Sunday of Fair week at 6 p.m.

Livestock exhibits must be pre‐registered. 4‐H’ers may exhibit one animal per class, unless stated otherwise.

Exhibited animals must be owned by the member, member’s family, or leased by agreement. Family includes the 4‐H’ers parents or guardians and siblings living as a family unit. The defini on of family includes extended family where the animals are owned by grandparents with the 4‐H’ers parents ac vely involved with and working on the farm. Animals owned in partnership with non‐family members (as defined above) must be leased and follow guidelines within the lease agreement. Registered animals, not leased, must be registered in the exhibitor's and/or the family name.

4‐H'ers must show their own animals and should not require the assistance of a parent. Unless, the 4‐H member is a Cloverbud, in which case, a parent or guardian must be in control of the animal at all mes.

Grooming of all animals, including clipping, trimming, and blocking (all species) must be done by the exhibitor, members of the immediate family, or any other registered MN 4‐H member. The exhibitor should be present during the fi ng process at the Fair. Exhibitors in viola on of this rule may show for ribbons only and will not be considered for championship or State Fair trips.

You are responsible for the care and feeding of your animals during the Fair. You must bring your own supplies, wheelbarrow, pitch forks, etc. Please label supplies with your name. Stalls must be cleaned and all manure and bedding removed before animals are removed from the fairgrounds. Failure to clean all of your stalls adequately will result in the forfeiture of your premium check.

All 4‐H'ers exhibi ng livestock are required to par cipate in showmanship classes.

All animal health regula ons as s pulated by the Minnesota Board of Animal Health and the County Agricultural Society will be in effect.

Every Minnesota 4‐H member is eligible for a “one‐ me” exemp on. This exemp on provides the ability (one‐ me in a 4‐H member’s career) for the 4‐H member to acknowledge they missed a 4‐H deadline related to enrollment or compe ve event par cipa on and waive the consequences for the missed deadline.

All youth par cipa ng as a State Fair 4‐H livestock exhibitor in beef, dairy, sheep, swine, poultry, rabbits, meat goat, dairy goat, and lama must have completed a livestock quality assurance training in which there are two training op ons 1) a 3 hour in‐person workshop (LQA&E), or 2) a 1 hour on‐line training (YQCA). Youth comple ng either quality assurance training op on will receive a cer ficate of comple on.

To show in the registered breed classes at the State Fair, animals must meet registra on requirements for that breed. Registra on papers must be available. Animals without proper registra on papers must be shown as commercial.

IAFE Show Ethics within 2019 State Fair Premium Book will be available June 2019. A pdf of the Code of Show Ring Ethics can be found here: h ps://s3.amazonaws.com/iafe/website/documents/ShowRingCodeofEthics.pdf

STATE FAIR ANIMAL EXHIBITS

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N P ‐ A J The most important me for 4‐H members at County Fair is not the judging. It’s the me spent a er the conversa on with a judge. Parents can help their children grow from the experience and benefit from the educa onal aspects of the Fair by discussing the experience with them.

Here are some things to think about:

The Judge is always right. The best people we can find are invited to spend me with our 4‐H’ers in a conversa on about their projects. Our goal is to have caring adults who want to listen to kids first and an expert in the project area second. Some mes the judge may not know everything that the member knows. That is a good sign that the member has been doing great work, even if this is not recognized by the judge. There are no white, blue, or red ribbon kids. By being suppor ve and enthusias c in all situa ons, you can let your child know how much you value their learning without ques oning a judge’s decision.

Prac ce, observe and support. Help your child prac ce the judging experience. Using the public presenta on formula may be helpful. Have the youth: introduce themselves; plan a way to catch the judge’s a en on immediately; take me to explain what they have done in the project; and close by sharing one or two things which they will do differently in the future. Once judging starts, step back and observe. Look for things which you can use to praise your child a er judging has been completed.

Find me to talk. A er judging is completed, talk to your child about their feelings, what they learned, and how they might use the experience in other situa ons. In ideal 4‐H educa on, children have an experience, share the experience, reflect on it, apply it, and generalize it. The best a judge can do in 3‐5 minutes is to see that the experience is a posi ve one. Adults can help youth con nue to reflect and can help them decide how to use what they’ve learned in the future. Note: Youth in grades K‐2 have different needs. Feel free to watch their conversa on with the judge but let them take the lead. Be encouraging and do your best to ensure they come away with posi ve feelings about their experience.

C J (N ‐L ) 4‐H exhibits at the County Fair (par cularly non‐

livestock projects) are evaluated by conference judging. Youth bring a representa on of their project work and have a conversa on with a judge.

To prepare for the judging process ahead of me, project evalua on guides are available at the 4‐H Office and on‐line under individual project areas at h ps://www.extension.umn.edu/youth/mn4‐h/

Educa onal exhibits will be evaluated on the following requirements:

Exhibit quality...25% Educa onal value...25%

Knowledge/ability to explain...50%

All exhibits will be evaluated through a mee ng with the judge. Blue, red, and white ribbons will be awarded based on the member's knowledge of the project (50%) and on the merit of the exhibit (50%).

Blue ribbon projects show a greater than expected amount of knowledge, workmanship, and effort according to conference judging standards.

Red ribbon projects show average workmanship and knowledge in the project area in comparison to the criteria for conference judging.

White ribbon projects show some effort and knowledge gained by the 4‐H’er, but not quite up to par with the criteria.

A er all exhibits are judged, a Grand Champion and Reserve Champion exhibit in each project area may be selected from the blue ribbon exhibits.

Decision of the judge is final and may not be appealed.

H L R C J 4‐H’ers can bring in their 4‐H records for a specific

animal project to be judged.

Members can register for record judging in each animal project in which they are enrolled, regardless of whether or not they bring a live animal to the fair.

Members must register for Record Conference Judging so they can be judged at the 4‐H Exhibit Entry Day.

4‐H’ers meet with a judge to share what they learned in the project, how they keep track of medical care, income, and expenses and how they have set and achieved goals with their project.

4‐H exhibits are judged 50% on the exhibit and 50% on your knowledge. You will have the opportunity to talk about your exhibit and project experience. You will use your exhibit to explain your learning experience but you are the subject of your me with the judge. No ma er how great your exhibit, the judge will want to know how it shows what you have learned.

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A J P 4‐H members who have a conflict with the sta c project conference judging in their county may be eligible for absentee judging. To be eligible to exhibit a project while being absent the following must be in place:

Absence approved with 4‐H program coordinator prior to the date of judging. The request will be allowed in extreme situa ons such as:

Death in the family.

Once in a life me educa onal opportunity

Op onal event with no flexibility (eg. wedding of immediate family

Illness or injury

Exhibit at the county fair within scheduled melines.

The exhibits are eligible for Grand or Reserve Champion placings and state fair line‐ups, but may be at a disadvantage to a 4‐H member who is at the conference judging process.

Best prac ces for absentee judging of sta c projects includes the following process:

Conference judging via cell phone or Skype, Google Hangout, etc. Arrangements for technology is made by the 4‐H family, not county staff.

Pre‐recorded interview using a set of standard project‐based ques ons.

Wri en story detailing project basis and learning gained using a set of standard project‐based ques ons.

S C L J 4‐H members who have a conflict with the livestock qualifying show in their county of membership may u lize the following op ons if they wish to pursue an opportunity to advance to the applicable Minnesota 4‐H state show.

Switch county membership prior to the May 15 membership enrollment deadline allowing for exhibi on of livestock with benefit of ability for advancement to state compe on.

Do a livestock demonstra on (including the live animal) with the intent to be awarded a trip through the demonstra on selec on process. Animal used in the demonstra on does not need to be the same animal taken to state fair but must be of the same species. Animal exhibited by the 4‐H member at the state fair must be on ID sheets prior to ID deadline for that species.

Do a recorded (video) version of a livestock demonstra on (including the live animal) with the intent to be awarded a trip through the demonstra on selec on process. Animal used in the demonstra on does not need to be the same animal taken to state fair but must be of the same species. Animal exhibited by the 4‐H member at the state fair must be on ID sheets prior to ID deadline for that species.

J E Y D I Sta c Project Judging

If a 4‐H member is unable to par cipate in the conference judging process by himself/herself due to a disability or injury, the 4‐H member or immediate family must request permission for a conference judging assistant to be with the 4‐H member during project judging. Arrangements and approval for a conference judging assistant must be made with 4‐H staff prior to the beginning of the judging process. First preference for the judging assistant will be a 4‐H age‐eligible member of the 4‐H member’s immediate family or another age‐eligible 4‐H member from the county of membership. In some cases a parent or personal aid may be appropriate as approved by the 4‐H staff member.

Livestock Project Judging ‐ Show Ring

If a 4‐H member is unable to exhibit an animal by himself/herself due to a disability or injury, the 4‐H member and/or the member’s immediate family must request permission for a subs tute showperson to help with the exhibi on of the 4‐H member’s livestock project(s). Arrangements and approval for a subs tute showperson must be made with 4‐H staff prior to the day of the show. The subs tute showperson must be a 4‐H age‐eligible member of the 4‐H member’s immediate family or another age‐eligible 4‐H member from the county of membership.

Livestock Interviews

If a 4‐H member is unable to par cipate in livestock interviews by himself/herself due to a disability or injury, the 4‐H member and/or the member’s immediate family may request accommoda ons that will fit the needs of the individual (e.g. someone to read the ques ons). Arrangements and approval for accommoda ons must be made of the 4‐H staff in advance of the interview.

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The number of State Fair trips is based on the number of 4‐H’ers enrolled in a project area.

Members selected to represent the county at State Fair events must have completed 6th grade. If a project area winner does not meet the age requirement, the trip will be given to the next ranking eligible par cipant. A younger member may only par cipate as part of a Share the Fun act where an adult chaperone stays with the group.

Trips for State Fair, State Horse Show, and State Dog Show will be selected from blue ribbon exhibits only (see State Dog Show Rules for excep ons). Exhibit classes that are not eligible for State Fair are labeled in this guide.

4‐H members that win trips in a project must plan to a end the State Fair with their exhibit. This does not apply to club projects. Members that win trips can only bring one sta c project area exhibit.

A 4‐H member can exhibit both a livestock and a non‐livestock project at the State Fair in the same year. In addi on, they may also par cipate in ac vi es such as Share‐the‐Fun, demonstra ons, Arts‐In, cooking events, animal science educa onal exhibits or judging teams.

State Fair Trip winners will be posted in the 4‐H exhibit area on Thursday morning. It is the member’s responsibility to check the State Fair Trip Board to see if they won a trip and indicate whether they intend to go to State Fair. 4‐H’ers who win State Fair trips in more than one project area should choose which project they will exhibit at the state level as soon as possible so alternates have me to consider a trip.

State Fair registra on will be completed online at FairEntry.com. Members and families who are interested in more informa on about par cipa ng at the State Fair can learn more at the State Fair Huddle on Sunday at 4 pm in the Industrial Building before the Awards Ceremony. Members who need help registering online will have an opportunity to do so at the Extension Office in the week following County Fair.

When projects chosen for State Fair are too large to be transported by car with other state fair projects, it will be the responsibility of the exhibitor to arrange for the item’s transporta on to the State Fair.

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4‐H members par cipa ng in sta c project areas during State Fair have the op on of staying in the 4‐H dormitory during our county’s encampment or a ending just for the day of judging in the company of a parent/guardian.

4‐H’ers exhibi ng livestock must stay at the 4‐H dormitory and are responsible for feeding and caring for their animals for the en re encampment.

S P All youth par cipa ng as a State Fair 4‐H livestock exhibitor in beef, dairy, sheep, swine, poultry, rabbits, meat goat,

dairy goat, and lama must have completed a livestock quality assurance training in which there are two training op ons 1) a 3 hour in‐person workshop (LQA&E), or 2) a 1 hour on‐line training (YQCA). Youth comple ng either quality assurance training op on will receive a cer ficate of comple on.

All beef, dairy, goat, horse, rabbit, sheep and swine shown in state 4‐H livestock shows must have the required state 4‐H ID system ear tag and/or ta oo. Animals must be iden fied appropriately in 4‐H Online or with 4‐H livestock ownership affidavits/lease agreements. Hard copy form(s) must be on file at the Extension Office.

Compe ve events, deadlines, consequences, and exemp on op ons: Every Minnesota 4‐H member is eligible for a "one‐ me" member exemp on. This exemp on provides the ability (one‐ me in a 4‐H member's career) for the 4‐H member to acknowledge they missed a 4‐H deadline related to enrollment or compe ve event par cipa on and waive the consequences for the named deadline.

Distribu on of Unused Livestock Trips: Minnesota 4‐H wants to provide as many 4‐H members as possible the opportunity to experience the Minnesota State Fair judging process. To ensure that as many youth as possible have the opportunity to par cipate in a livestock experience at the Minnesota State Fair, staff and volunteers are asked to follow the established process for the outlined distribu on of unused livestock quota trips.

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4‐H F Q ?

Call the Extension Office at 218‐733‐2870.

We are happy to help!

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Cloverbuds can par cipate in many of the same project

areas as older 4‐H members including Livestock, Horse,

Performing Arts and much more!

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A C Cloverbuds is designed specifically for children who have completed kindergarten or grades 1‐2.

When children reach the 3rd grade, the regular 4‐H project judging process becomes available to them.

Emphasis is on coopera ve rather than compe ve experiences.

Children are encouraged to develop social skills through coopera ve experiences with their peers. They are allowed the freedom of not having undue emphasis placed on the product of their efforts. They can experiment with new skills and experiences, not strive for perfec on. In Cloverbuds, it is not appropriate for K‐2 children to par cipate in compe ve situa ons. Instead they can par cipate in non‐compe ve 4‐H ac vi es and be recognized for their par cipa on and efforts.

C P A The County Fair is a me when Cloverbuds can show what they know!

Ac vi es include Food Review, Fashion Revue and the Demonstra on contest as well as the horse show, dog show and pet show.

Filling out the County Fair Registra on Form:

Cloverbuds can par cipate in up to 10 sta c exhibits and five ac vi es or animal events. For example, they can choose to bring: 10 Cloverbud exhibits, par cipate in one horse show class, the Fashion Revue, Pet Show, Performing Arts and the Food Review for a total of 15 projects and ac vi es.

Cloverbud Records:

Cloverbud par cipants are welcome to submit a completed Cloverbud Record. 4‐H records are an important step in the learning process, giving 4‐H’ers a chance to set goals and reflect on their progress and what they have learned. Blank records are available at the Extension Office. Cloverbuds can create their own record as long as they include:

What they wanted to do in 4‐H this year

What they did or learned

How they shared what they learned

Pictures and drawings that share more about the 4‐H member’s experience over the year are a welcome addi on, too.

Cloverbud Judging:

Because the Cloverbud program is designed for kids in kindergarten through second grade, judging of Cloverbud classes is a bit different from regular 4‐H. At ac vi es like the dog show and horse show, separate classes are available for Cloverbuds. On Entry Day, Cloverbuds will bring all of their (non‐Animal) exhibits to one Cloverbud judge rather than visit different judges for each project. Parents must accompany Cloverbuds during ac vi es involving animals because they need to be in control of the animal at all mes. However, the Cloverbud should be the one interac ng with the judge. At Entry Day, parents are welcome to listen in at a distance, but they should refrain from talking to the judge during the interview.

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CLOVERBUD STATIC PROJECTS – Tuesday

Cloverbud Sta c Project

Cloverbuds may bring up to 10 Cloverbud Sta c exhibits. Here are a few ideas for Cloverbud exhibits:

Story and photo of a family vaca on

Simple menu following the nutri on pyramid

Drawing or pain ng

Pet care journal or poster

Healthy snack

Map of a family garden

Paper bag puppet

CLOVERBUD ANIMAL PROJECTS

County Fair Requirements for All Animal Classes:

In all animal classes, an adult must be in control of the animal at all mes. This includes me spent outside of the show ring.

In order to par cipate in animal science classes, with the excep on of the Pet Show, Cloverbud members should submit ID forms for their animals. To get animal ID forms, contact the 4‐H Program Coordinator or go to h p://www.extension.umn.edu/youth/mn4‐H/projects/animal‐science/ and click on the link for the appropriate animal.

4‐H HORSE SHOWS – Thursday and Friday

Cloverbud Showmanship

Cloverbud Barrels

Cloverbud Western Pleasure

County Fair requirements

Riders must wear a riding helmet during all horse ac vi es.

With the excep on of Showmanship, the horse classes are lead‐line events. Youth are mounted; older youth or parents/guardians lead the horse.

Costume Contest ‐ Youth and horse dress up in costume of 4‐Her’s own crea on.

To par cipate in the horse show, Cloverbud members should submit an ID form for their horse. Before unloading horses a copy of a nega ve Coggins test dated a er January 1, 2019 must be presented at the check‐in desk.

Cloverbud Costume Contest

Water Glass

Pony Express

Cherry on Top

Each Cloverbud 4‐H member can par cipate in up to eighteen Cloverbud exhibits, ac vi es, and/or events listed below. Of the eighteen exhibits/ac vi es, no more than ten can be Sta c Projects.

CLOVERBUD LIVESTOCK – See Schedule on page 2

Cloverbud Beef

Cloverbud Dairy

Cloverbud Goat

Cloverbud Goat Costume

Cloverbud Llama

Cloverbud Poultry

Cloverbud Rabbit

Cloverbud Rabbit Costume

Cloverbud Sheep

Cloverbud Swine


Cloverbud members par cipa ng in livestock classes will need to bring their animals to the Fair on Wednesday, July 6 and be prepared to check in and care for them at the Fairgrounds un l Sunday evening. See the corresponding livestock sec ons in this book for more details.

ID forms for all animals are required.

4‐H PET SHOW

All types of pets are welcome in the pet show including dogs, cats, rabbits, goats, chickens, ferrets or snakes.

Cloverbud Pet


Pets must be contained at all mes on a leash or in a carrier & are not permi ed on the Fairgrounds except in show area.

Animal ID forms are not required for Pet Show par cipants. If you are bringing a dog, be sure vaccina ons (including

rabies) are up to date. This is important for the safety of your dog as well as those a ending the Fair.

CLOVERBUD ACTIVITIES – Saturday

Cloverbud Fashion Revue (See p. 14 for info.)

Cloverbud Food Review (See p. 14 for more info.)

Cloverbud Demonstra on (See p. 13 for more info.)

Cloverbud Performing Arts (See p. 23 for more info.)

Four cookies/muffins made from a mix or recipe

Vegetables or a plant that the 4‐H’er grew and cared for

Display iden fying insects, leaves, or flowers

A simple item the Cloverbud made like a pillow or placemat

4‐H DOG SHOW

Wednesday, July 31st in Chisholm (North SLC Fair)

The South St. Louis County Fair will not be hos ng a dog show. Cloverbuds have the op on of showing their dog in the Pet Show. If you would like to show in the Dog Show at the North St. Louis County Fair contact the 4‐H office for more info.

Cloverbud Dog

Requirements for all dogs

A dog may be shown in the dog show or pet show, not both.

Dogs are not allowed on the main fairgrounds. They are to be brought in just prior to the show and brought home a er the show. Dogs must be controlled on leash and/or in a carrier at all mes.

Cloverbud Dog Costume

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Demonstra ons, Illustrated Presenta ons and Youth in Ac on Projects are part of the Demonstra on Contest at the County Fair on Saturday.

DEMONSTRATIONS – Saturday

Demonstra on ‐ Individual

Demonstra on ‐ Team

Cloverbud Demonstra on

Descrip on:

A Demonstra on is an oral presenta on that includes demonstra ng the hands‐on steps required to accomplish a task or process. This most o en includes the use of physical objects and actual doing or showing. For example, a Demonstra on could involve using plants and gardening items to demonstrate how to plant a flower pot. At the end of the Demonstra on there should be a “finished product”.

All 4‐H members are eligible to register for Demonstra ons. Demonstra ons may be related to any project in which the member is enrolled or to any area of interest or exper se the 4‐H’er has.

Demonstra ons can include the use of suppor ng visuals like posters, charts, or PowerPoint presenta ons.

If visuals or presenta on so ware is used in a Demonstra on, the presenta on so ware should supplement the Demonstra on. Hands‐on demonstra ng should s ll be the basis of the entry.

If presenta on so ware is u lized in a Demonstra on the 4‐H’er is responsible for securing any equipment necessary for judging. Extension staff may be able to assist in this process, but it is the responsibility of the exhibitor to contact Extension staff WELL BEFORE the scheduled judging to arrange for the necessary equipment.

ILLUSTRATED PRESENTATIONS – Saturday

An Illustrated Presenta on is an oral presenta on that presents an idea, concept, viewpoint or experience in an educa onal or informa ve format. For example, an Illustrated Presenta on could be a report on leadership lessons learned on a trip to Washington DC or an educa onal presenta on that explores sustainable energy op ons. Illustrated Presenta ons most o en include the use of suppor ng visuals like posters, charts or PowerPoint presenta ons. Suppor ng visuals may include tangible items, but interac on with the item is not necessary.

Descrip on:

Illustrated Demonstra on ‐ Individual

Illustrated Demonstra on ‐ Team

State Fair Requirements:

Presenta ons may be an individual or a two‐person team. Individual presenta ons shall not exceed 15 minutes in length. Team presenta ons should not exceed 25 minutes in length.

Presenta on so ware (i.e. PowerPoint) may be used for Illustrated Presenta ons. If used for an Illustrated Presenta ons, the presenta on so ware can be the basis for the en re talk; however the member must interact with the presenta on and informa on—not just step to the side and let the presenta on play. Self‐presen ng entries created with presenta on so ware should be burned on to a DVD and entered in the “Video” class.

If presenta on so ware is u lized, judging will include the effec ve use of the so ware. For informa on on effec vely using visuals in presenta ons and/or presenta on so ware please see h p://www1.extension.umn.edu/youth/mn4‐H/projects/arts‐communica on/communica on‐demonstra on/index.html

If presenta on so ware is u lized in an Illustrated Presenta on, the 4‐H’er is responsible for securing any equipment necessary for judging. Extension staff may be able to assist in this process, but it is the responsibility of the exhibitor to contact Extension staff WELL BEFORE the scheduled judging to arrange for needed equipment.

All 4‐H members are eligible to register for Illustrated Presenta ons. Illustrated Presenta ons may be related to any project or area of interest or exper se the 4‐H’er has.

All 4‐H members are eligible to register for Youth in Ac on. Topics selected for a Youth in Ac on demonstra on may be related to a project or to any other area of interest or exper se the member has.

Youth in Ac on ‐ Individual

Youth in Ac on ‐ Team

Descrip on:


Youth in Ac on presenta ons are interac ve, con nuous presenta ons that are approximately 45 ‐ 50 minutes in length.

Involving the audience in the process is the primary focus of Youth in Ac on and cons tutes a major por on of the evalua on results.

YOUTH IN ACTION – Saturday

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C E CLUB BANNER

Descrip on:

A banner allows clubs to make a statement and express their feelings about 4‐H. It allows clubs to iden fy themselves at the County Fair. Must be completed during the current 4‐H program year. Judging criteria will be: ability to hold a en on, message, s mula ng interest, quality of workmanship, and originality.


Two banners will be selected for State Fair exhibi on.

Banner must be 3' x 5' and designed to hang ver cally.

Banner must be of fabric (no paper) and can be one or two‐sided.

Club name on 3” x 5” card pinned to back.

Banner must be complete, ready to hang, and equipped with a dowel (minimum 3’8”.)

Club Banner

FASHION REVUE– Saturday

Fashion Revue Clothes You

Fashion Revue Clothes You Make

Cloverbud Fashion Revue

Descrip on:

4‐H’ers may register for up to 3 Clothes You Make and 3 Clothes You Buy projects in their grade level

In Fashion Revue, 4‐H’ers may model a garment they’ve made or purchased.

Members modeling garments will be evaluated according to the following criteria: first impression, poise, posture, and grooming; the ou it on the individual (design, color, fit, accessories, workmanship, etc.) and the purpose.

Par cipants may model any clothing they have constructed, restyled, or purchased as a part of their 4‐H clothing project.

Clothes featured in the Fashion Revue cannot be used again as a Clothing and Tex les exhibit.

CLUB COMMUNITY PRIDE

Descrip on: The purpose of community pride is to s mulate projects offering a variety of learn by doing experiences that deal with community involvement.


The exhibit may include a 3‐sided display, video, or other visual method which highlights the en re project or certain parts in a manner which shows the public the posi ve effects the project had on the community.

Two youth who par cipated represent the club in judging.

Club Community Pride

CLUB SCRAPBOOK

Club Scrapbook (not State Fair eligible)

Descrip on:

Judging criteria: physical quality of exhibit (neatness, orderly format); club ac vi es (evidence of a variety of educa onal, recrea onal, service, and 4‐H promo on); completeness (shows ac vi es over the en re 4‐H year, includes info about all club members, evidence of volunteer and parent involvement.)

FOOD REVIEW – Saturday

Food Review

Cloverbud Food Review

Descrip on:

4‐H’ers may register for one Food Review exhibit in their grade level

Food Review is for 4‐H members who wish to demonstrate a menu.

Food Review par cipants should bring all of the following:

One item of food from your menu for the judge to sample.

A complete place se ng for your meal (tablecloth, centerpiece, silverware, dishes, etc.)

A recipe for your food mounted on an 8 ½” x 11” poster (preferably freestanding.)

A meal menu mounted on an 8 ½” x 11” poster (freestanding.)

A mounted color photo of the place se ng & food item.

State Fair Recommenda on

Bring a por on of all menu items for the judge to view and your blue ribbon menu item for the judge to sample.

CLUB DISPLAY

Club Display (not State Fair eligible)

Descrip on: A display showing your club in ac on, either generally or focusing on a specific club project. Judging criteria shall be the same as the booths. Displays should be no larger than 12” deep x 18” wide x 22” high.

CLUB PROJECT

Club Project (not State Fair eligible)

Descrip on:

A project that the club has worked on as a group. Could be a conserva on effort, flower box, garden, etc. At least two youth from the club can present a finished product for judging.

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ADVENTURES 4‐H

Descrip on:

This exhibit area is for exhibit work learned through their par cipa on in a 4‐H Adventure or a er‐school program.

The exhibit or presenta on must show something learned in a University of Minnesota Extension learning ac vity.

AEROSPACE

Exhibit Sugges ons:

Flyable models built from a kit or your own design.

Non‐flyable models built from a kit or your own design.

Display of other equipment needed for aerospace project.


Flyable models should be ready for flight (do not include fuel); recovery system should be in place and opera ve. Members should be familiar with safety codes in 4‐H curriculum.

BEEKEEPING

Entomology Food Preserva on

Beekeeping exhibits can be classified under Entomology or Food Preserva on.

Exhibit Sugges ons:

Review Entomology State Fair requirements on p. 17 and p. 20 for Foods.

Under entomology, beekeeping would be a non‐collec on project. Exhibits can address any topic pertaining to raising and learning about honey bees. Consider bringing a poster or tri‐fold display about topics such as: Honey Bee Pests; Inside a Bee Hive; Beginning with Bees; Installing a package of Honey Bees; Equipment Needed; or Colony Collapse.

You can also bring a jelly jar of honey under Food Preserva on. Other honey related projects, like an exhibit related to using honey as an alterna ve to sugar, can be entered under Foods & Nutri on.

BICYCLE

Exhibit Sugges ons:

Display showing parts of a bike, maintenance, traffic rules, bicycling hazards, how to wear a helmet, equipment used to teach bike repair or first aid, etc.

Notebook or picture story of a bike event on which you helped or research on bicycling that was presented to a class or service club.

CHILD & FAMILY DEVELOPMENT

Exhibit Sugges ons:

Toy, game, puzzle, puppets, art/cra materials, etc., made from new or recycled/throw‐away material.

Babysi ng kit/travel kit/rainy day kit, including at least one item made by exhibitor.

Original book, story, poem, song, play, cookbook, audio or video tape and narra ve, ac vity book, safety manual for children and/or families.

Scrapbook, photographs, items, reports, video, etc., on family heritage with descrip on of what was learned about self and family.

A crea vely developed program and/or item used for a person with a special need (gi ed, developmentally delayed, physically impaired, etc.)


Exhibitors should be prepared to discuss the age and other characteris cs of the child for whom the exhibit is intended and how the exhibit contributes to the child's growth, development, and well‐being.

Exhibits designed to be interac ve with children should be used with children before exhibi ng and a photo of the ac vity must accompany the exhibit. Signs of use will not detract from the placing of the exhibit.

CAT

Cat Pet Show

Exhibit Sugges ons:

Educa onal exhibits may include models, diagrams or pictures. A photo of you and your cat can be included.

Be prepared to answer ques ons about your cat and its care.

CITIZENSHIP

Exhibit Sugges ons:

3‐ring binder, report binder, or display repor ng on community projects completed under your leadership. Include plans of ac on as well as the evalua on of each.

A wri en narra ve and/or visual communica on presenta on of 8 to 10 minutes, using photos, video and/or slides, to show how you worked with others in your community to solve problems.

4‐H’ers may register for up to three exhibits in their grade level in each Sta c 4‐H Project area except when indicated.

Example: A member may bring 3 Fine Arts exhibits and 3 Geology exhibits but only one Food Review exhibit.

COMPUTER

Exhibit Sugges ons:

Display showing the parts of a computer and how they work, consumer choices involved when buying a computer, and how so ware can be used. Include statement of pur‐pose, plan for use, and examples of use.

Program/so ware developed by the 4‐H member including a statement of objec ves, and discussion of program.

Program/so ware, original or adapted by the 4‐H’er from an exis ng program.


Computers may be used in judging, but emphasis is on doc‐umenta on, screen print, and summary. 4‐H’ers are respon‐sible for providing and securing hardware used for judging; hardware cannot be le on display.

Reports and wri en summaries should be bound in a book‐let or placed in a folder.

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CREATIVE ARTS

CLOTHING AND TEXTILES

At County AND State Fair, clothing exhibitors can use the same garment to par cipate in both Fashion Revue and regular clothing in the same year.

CLOTHES YOU MAKE

Exhibit Sugges ons:

A project such as a pillow, tote bag, apron, skirt, etc.

A constructed garment made from a pa ern.

Crea ve sewing such as wearable art, costume, or use of techniques such as kni ng, cross‐s tch, etc.

Garment mended, repaired or recycled, with color photo of original garment and explana on of steps used.


Garment must include an info tag lis ng: pa ern number and name of company, fabric fiber content, care instruc ons, member name, and club.

Garments may have been worn, but should be cleaned before exhibi ng.

Garment should be appropriate for exhibitor’s skill level and experience.

CLOTHES YOU BUY

Exhibit Sugges ons:

A purchased garment that fits into your wardrobe plan.

Poster showing cost comparisons, wardrobe building, accessorizing, care, etc.


The purchased garment or ou it must be accompanied by an 8‐1/2"x 11” binder with, at minimum, the following informa on: a) Color photo of member wearing garment. Label photo with name, county, and color of complexion, hair and eyes; b) Cost of garment. Explana on of why garment was purchased and examples of ways it will be used in exis ng wardrobe and inventory of wardrobe.

Garments may have been worn, but should be cleaned before exhibi ng.

CRAFTS

Exhibit Sugges ons:

Beginners‐‐project should teach a new technique. Advanced‐‐project requires masterful cra smanship.

Basket making, e dye, beading, ceramics, leather work, calligraphy, kits, etc.


An exhibit will be evaluated on individual merit as a cra /kit.

Emphasis is on the crea ve process and the employment of design elements and principles. The cra /kit exhibit develops from someone else’s ideas and can be exactly replicated or replicated with modifica ons.

Art objects must be appropriately finished. Exhibits will be disqualified if not ready for hanging, displaying, etc. (i.e. wire or hooks on pain ngs, bases for 3‐D work, etc.)

FINE ARTS

Exhibit Sugges ons:

For beginners, choose a project that teaches new techniques. For advanced, choose a project requiring mastery.

Original work (no kits) in drawing pain ng, sculpture, print process, tex les, po ery, etc.


Each exhibit will be evaluated on its individual merit as an original fine art.

Emphasis is on the crea ve process and the employment of design elements and principles. Exhibit should show that it is developed from the 4‐H’ers own ideas and imagina on.

All art objects must be appropriately finished. Exhibits will be disqualified if not ready for hanging, displaying, etc. (i.e. wire or hooks on pain ngs, bases for 3‐D work, etc.)

CONSUMER EDUCATION

Exhibit Sugges ons:

Label comparison showing different types of labels and/or models of same included.

Consumer comparison comparing several models of the same item, showing features, costs, etc., with best item selected and reasons why.

State Fair Requirements: Exhibitor should be able to explain his/her choices and the reasons for those choices.

D Y K ? County Ambassador experiences

make great Youth Leadership projects.

Share your stories at the Fair!

4‐H’ers may register for up to three exhibits in their grade level in each Sta c 4‐H project area except when indicated.


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CROP SCIENCES

DOG

Dog Show classes can be found in the Animal Science sec on.

Dog Pet Show (NSFE)

Dog Record Conference Judging

Exhibit Sugges ons: Educa onal exhibits may include models, diagrams or pictures. Examples: dog diseases, breeding, training, etc.

CORN

Exhibit Sugges ons:

A two quart exhibit of shelled corn that you have grown and harvested. Must be placed in a clear two or one quart jar(s.)

An educa onal display illustra ng one of the following: plant growth facts, plant reproduc on, soils, plant characteris cs, growing and using plants, plant growth and food produc on, or plant disease and the life cycle of that disease explaining causes and control.


Crops must be grown during the previous or current growing season.

Include 3” x 5” index card lis ng the variety.

SMALL GRAINS & LEGUMES

Exhibit Sugges ons:

An example of any soybean or small grain variety you have grown and harvested placed in a clear two‐quart jar or two clear one‐quart jars.

An educa onal display illustra ng one of the following ideas: plant growth factors, soils, plant reproduc on, plant characteris cs, food produc on, growing and using plants, or examples of a plant disease.


Crops must be grown during the previous or current growing season.

Include 3” x 5” index card lis ng the variety.

ELECTRIC

Exhibit Sugges ons:

Working electrical item constructed for home or farm.

Diagram of wiring in home/farm showing fuse boxes, switch loca ons, fuse & wire size, number of circuits, type of wiring installa on, total wa age, appliance wa age, & capaci es.

Electronic item built from kit, plan, or own design with an explana on of what it is and how it is used.

Display ideas: Educa onal display for teaching others, careers in electrical field, electrical experiment, etc.


A wiring diagram or schema c must accompany all electric and electronic exhibits.

ENTOMOLOGY

Exhibit Sugges ons:

Sta c Insect Collec on: must consist of a minimum of 50 species of adult insects represen ng at least 8 orders.

Specialty insect collec on can include but is not limited to: a single order collec on (i.e. Coleoptera or Lepidoptera), a habitat collec on (i.e. aqua c, forest or prairie), a collec on of immature insects, or a collec on of economic pests of a specific crop (i.e. insects a acking corn.)

Non‐Collec on Projects can include but are not limited to a scien fic inves ga on (e.g. insect habitats or environmental impacts on insects), life history displays (e.g. insect life cycle), or insects in current events.


Insect Collec on exhibits:

Collec ons shall be contained in a glass topped case; approximately 19" x 16.5" x 3" to 24" x 18" x 3" (drawers available for purchase in varying sizes.) Arrange so that the case may be displayed in a horizontal posi on. Place project label on lower right corner of glass top.

Specimens must be collected. No purchased insects.

4‐Her must be the collector of the specimens in the project.

Specimens must be properly pinned, with insect pins. Small insects may need to be placed on cardboard points.

Specimens must be properly labeled. Include the loca on, date and collector on the labels. County, state, and country, info should be included at minimum. It is valuable to include nearest town or township were the specimen was collected, the type of habitat collected from (e.g. on elm tree; on lakeshore; indoors) and the common name of the insect.

All labels should be visible so they can be read. Use permanent ink marker or pencil to write labels. Labels produced by a computer printer are acceptable. Ballpoint ink or non‐permanent markers are not acceptable.

For more specific informa on on pinning, labeling, and other informa on, see extension.umn.edu/4‐h‐environment‐earth‐science‐projects/4‐h‐entomology‐project.

Non‐Collec on Project exhibits:

Emphasis of project must related to an aspect of entomology.

Project must demonstrate specific knowledge of insects. Be prepared to discuss references and sources (e.g. books, magazines, internet, interviews with an expert).

Live projects (e.g. bee or ant colony) will be accepted if the project can be self‐sustaining for up to 14 days without special care.

A wri en report or journal should accompany the project, including the subject, describing the process (materials and method), predic ng an outcome, sta ng the results, and discussing any conclusions. Pictures, drawings, charts, tables, or other figures may be used.



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Design Challenge teams can be from

three to ten members.

Engineering teams assemble!!

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ENGINEERING DESIGN

AQUATIC ROBOTICS

Exhibit Sugges ons:

Display, binder, poster illustra ng the process of doing the ac vity/project

Exhibit of ROV

Display showing their use in Aqua c Invasive Species (AIS) educa on

Booklet showing their progression in Aqua c Invasive Species (AIS) educa on as a team


Design and build their own remote‐operated vehicle (ROV)

Use and adapt it to monitor water quality/Aqua c Invasive Species (AIS) educa on

Teams of a least 3 youth, or individuals may exhibit

ROBOTICS

Note: The goal of the 4‐H robo cs program is for 4‐H members to explore science, technology, and engineering through designing and building a func oning robot. The robot can be either programmable or remote controlled. The robot can be created by an individual or a group.

Exhibit Sugges ons:

A robot, a display, diagrams of programming, booklets, etc. State Fair Requirements:

Exhibits must be labeled with name and county on all pieces of exhibit.

Include a descrip on of the robots ability to sense, follow a plan and complete an act.

Exhibits may have a one‐page report explaining the func on, purpose and construc on of the robot.

ENGINEERING DESIGN CHALLENGE LEVEL 1 & 2

Engineering Design Challenge Team Member:

Engineering Design Challenge Level 1 ‐ Grades 3‐8

Engineering Design Challenge Level 2 ‐ Grades 9+

Each member (regardless of age) needs to register in one of these classes.

An Engineering Design Challenge machine is based on Rube Goldberg, an overly complex contrap on designed to accomplish a simple task. The best machines use a variety of everyday items to create a series of chain‐reac on steps to accomplish a simple task. In the project, youth not only employ physics and engineering, but humor and storytelling, to create their machine.

This ac vity is a team event of at least 3 and no more than 10 members.


Please refer to the Engineering Design Challenge Level 1 and 2 Handbooks at z.umn.edu/4hedc for complete details.

Teams of at least 3 youth

Minimum of 10 steps

Machine must operate in 2 minutes or less

Exhibit physical size limited to 6 x 6 x 6

Explain one thing/step on the machine that uses science content and skills to help solve a problem/challenge

Need to keep a wri en record illustra ng the process of doing the project.

Exhibit Sugges ons:

Engineering Design Challenge machine itself

Display, binder, poster illustra ng the process of the doing the ac vity/project

State Fair Compe on: Note: In 2019, the State Engineering Design Challenge for Level 1 and 2 will be held at a site other than the State Fair. However, challenge teams are invited to showcase their machine and project at the State Fair. Par cipants can also have other general projects judged.

ENGINEERING DESIGN

Exhibit Sugges ons:

Display, binder, poster illustra ng the process of doing the ac vity/project

Exhibit of engineering design product

Display, binder, poster, webpage exploring a related career


Include descrip on of the problem/challenge being solved

Include descrip on of the engineering design process/steps undergone to solve problem



For more informa on go to: extension.umn.edu/4‐h‐stem‐projects/4‐h‐engineering‐design‐project

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EXPLORING ANIMALS

Exhibit Descrip on:

This area is for 4‐H'ers who wish to learn more about a given species. Animal ownership is not required.

4‐H'ers enrolled in Exploring Animals, and/or Beef, Dairy, Goat, Poultry, Rabbit, Sheep, Llama or Swine may exhibit in this category.

State Fair Requirements: An educa onal exhibit to present something 4‐H’er , did, made, or learned or explores consumer issues, breeds or careers.

EXPLORING THE ENVIRONMENT

Exhibit Sugges ons:

Display on environmental pollu on describing the causes, effects on people and other living things, and methods to correct the situa on.

Display showing features of soils such as color, structure, texture.

Display or journal of Minnesota plants, insects, wildlife, or fish. Include pictures or drawings and informa on on habits, foods, and shelter needs.

Display showing erosion control prac ces such as field windbreaks, contour strips, water control structures, minimum llage, terraces, etc.

FISHING SPORTS

Exhibit Sugges ons:

Fish iden fica on. Describe the habitat and food needs of selected Minnesota fish; develop a panel display explaining the life history of a fish; create a model or exhibit iden fying the parts of a fish.

Fishing Knots. Iden fy how and where each knot is used; fishing equipment which is made or repaired such as lures, fishing rods and reels, ice fishing rig, or other fishing equipment.

Safety prac ces and techniques that are related to fishing or boa ng.

Examples of how water quality affects the fish eco‐system.

FLOWER GARDENING

Exhibit Sugges ons:

Educa onal Exhibit showing the principles of culture and physiology (how a plant lives and grows) of propaga on, reproduc on, or nutri on.

Flower bouquet or arrangement on any theme.

Dried flower display with card explaining drying method.

When exhibi ng cut flowers, the following are suggested: three stems of one variety of annual flower; one hardy perennial stem, one summer flowering bulb stem, one tea rose blossom, or one hardy shrub rose stem.

“My Flower Garden” poster board exhibit, not to exceed 22” x 28". Include: a plan of a garden drawn to scale, the correct variety name and pictures (or photos) of the flowers grown. Be prepared to discuss the process from soil prepara on to blooming.


Label each container according to kind or variety.

Outdoor living flowers and plants are to be exhibited in this area (including Outdoor Fairy Gardens)

Live plant material will be accepted if it can be maintained in a fresh condi on with ease.

FOREST RESOURCES

Exhibit Sugges ons:

Collec on of leaves or needles with twigs, iden fied with their common name. Common name should be printed near the iden fied leaf/needle.

Photographic display of forest products‐‐include the name of the product/use to iden fy the photograph.

Prepare a report with drawings about your favorite tree‐‐include name of tree, drawings or pictures of tree, facts and uses of the tree, and other appropriate informa on.

Display showing forest layers, leaf/twig iden fica on, renewable vs. non‐renewable resources, forestry careers, taxonomic keys, or tree road maps.

Display of forest products such as wood products, resources (recrea on, wildlife, etc.,) Christmas trees, or maple syrup

Display showing forest succession; how trees grow; fire's effect on a forest; tree & forest measurements; harves ng methods; forest types; forest entomology; forest pathology

Display showing specialized woodland management, including shelterbelts/windbreaks and urban forestry.

Display showing tree growth; ring cross‐sec ons; seed collec on.

State Fair Requirements: Exhibits should be mounted on cardboard or other sturdy material.



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FOODS AND NUTRITION

Exhibit Sugges ons:

One serving of a nutri ous food. Include 8½” x 11” poster showing nutri onal value, recipe, and a photo of the food.

Study of nutrients needed for yourself or someone else, using the dietary guidelines and MyPlate.

Exhibit showing food and/or kitchen safety.

Make a food or fitness plan for yourself or someone else showing how it relates to nutri onal and energy needs.

Adapt a recipe(s) to show healthier ingredient choices.

Study of how physical fitness and/or food choices are related to disease (cancer, heart disease, osteoporosis, diabetes, etc.)

Study of labels from similar food items, comparing important nutrient content, fat, fiber, and sugar.

Nutri on/food science experiment.


Exhibit may be food items and/or displays.

The exhibit may be a poster, 3‐D display, scrapbook, chart, journal, pictures, supplies, photographs, puppet play, skit, judging comparison, recorded interview, file of ideas, research study, etc.

Pictures, models, plaster, plas c, papier‐mâché, etc., are preferable to perishable foods in an educa onal exhibit. Perishable foods should be used only if they help explain the exhibit. If perishable food is a part of the exhibit, the food is to be brought just for judging.

Exhibitors should be prepared to discuss with the judge, references and informa on sources, nutri onal values, methods, menu, costs, etc.

Exhibits containing perishable foods, which will be discarded, must include a colored photograph of the food. The photograph should be taken prior to the County Fair and a ached to the display. This photograph and a 3” x 5” note card lis ng nutri on informa on and the recipe will be displayed as the exhibit instead of the food.

FOOD PRESERVATION

Exhibit Sugges ons:

Vegetables or fruits ‐ include one jar or one bag of product.

Jams, jellies, preserves, low‐sugar spreads (no frozen).

Pickled products—fermented or added acid, including pickles, sauerkraut, relishes, salsa.

Meats, poultry, beef or venison jerky, or fish. Fish must be in pint jars.

Dried vegetables, dried fruits, or dried herbs.

Food science experiment or educa onal display.


Exhibitor must be enrolled in Food & Nutri on project.

All recipes, procedures, and mes followed must be according to current USDA and/or Na onal Center for Home Food Preserva on recommenda ons. NO FAMILY RECIPES. Quan es of sugar and juice used in jams and jellies may come from recipes on commercial pec n packages, but the processing method must be USDA or Na onal Center for Home Food Preserva on approved methods and recipes.

All food preserva on exhibits must be labeled with a 2” x 3” label. Labels to include county, name, grade, product, style of pack, processing method (boiling water bath or pressure canner), date processed, processing me and source of recipe. Pressure canned items indicate dial or weighted gauge and how many pounds of pressure used.

Jars must be heat‐tempered glass canning jars.

All jars must be sealed. Leave screw bands on two piece jar lids. Jellies and jams must be covered with lids.

Use pint jars for fruit, vegetables, and fish; one‐half pint jars for jams and jellies; 2‐ 1 pint jars or one quart jar for pickled products.

Jellies and jams must be processed in boiling water bath according to USDA and/or University of Minnesota food preserva on publica ons, available through the Extension Office. Note: Paraffin is not acceptable.

No ar ficial food coloring should be added to entries.

Dried foods may be stored in glass jars, self‐sealing plas c bags or air ght plas c bags. The quan ty of dried foods should be: fruits and vegetables ‐ 1/2 cup or more of each, herbs ‐ 1/4 cup of each in whole leaf form, 3 strips of meat (i.e. venison or beef jerky).

Preserved within the past year

FOODS AND NUTRITION

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FRUIT

Exhibit Sugges ons:

Display showing a comparison of several varie es of the same fruit (labeled); display using a branch to illustrate proper pruning of fruit trees and explaining the process; illustrate the many uses of fruits (fresh, jams, juices, cooking, baking, salads and recipes); illustrate the use of fruits as natural dyes.

Educa onal display illustra ng diseases (actual specimens) or insects (actual specimens) and methods of control.


Include 3” x 5” card lis ng the fruit varie es, name, & club.

Exhibitor should bring 6 items of one variety of fruit.

GEOLOGY

Exhibit Sugges ons:

Display of birthstones, a rock plate, or an egg carton collec on, six silly silicates.

Rocks, minerals, or fossils found in Minnesota or choose a theme such as metamorphism, weathering, minerals, etc.

Polished rock types used to make decora ve items such as jewelry or paperweights; include an unpolished specimen of each rock type.

Educa onal exhibit showing the science dealing with the principles of geology and natural earth sciences.


A ach specimens securely to a backboard and display in a glass‐topped entomology case (see page 19) approximately 19” x 16.5” x 3”.

Specimens should be approximately 2" x 2". Label each specimen using the label described on page seven of the Geology Manual. Size of label may be reduced to fit display case, if needed.

A ach specimens so they will not fall if case is set on its edge. 4‐H’er must have knowledge of how specimens are iden fied as to rock or fossil type.

GLOBAL CONNECTIONS

Exhibit Sugges ons:

Poster or report explaining what you learned as a result of a cross‐ cultural home stay experience.

Report or display on mission trip, school trip, pen pal, etc.

HOME ENVIRONMENT

Exhibit Sugges ons:

Repaired, refinished, reupholstered, restored, or remodeled item for the home.

Chart and/or plan for the care and maintenance of the inside or outside of the home including daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly jobs.

An ar cle about the home, including a history of use.

Descrip on, diagrams/photos, samples and cost of a redecora ng or remodeling plan showing before and a er.


4‐H’ers should be prepared to discuss and/or have wri en info showing how their exhibit applies to the home, how and where it is used or displayed, and all details of how it was made or selected. They should know the materials used, how and why it was done, costs involved, and alterna ves considered.

A photograph & report showing its place in the home environment must accompany exhibits.

Pictures/wall hangings should be finished 7 ready to hang.

Purchased kits can be used.

INDOOR GARDENING

Exhibit Sugges ons:

Two or more varie es of house plants with common and botanical name.

Terrarium or dish garden: consider using terrarium material of na ve and woodland plants of Minnesota.

Educa onal exhibit showing plant propaga on, plant history, forcing bulbs, life cycle of a flowering plant, etc.


Indoor living flowers and plants are to be exhibited in this area (including Indoor Fairy Gardens)

Po ed Plants:

Flowering plants should be in bloom.

Foliage plants should be in vigorous condi on.

Grow plants in container for at least one month prior to fair.

Plants in hanging containers:

Container should not exceed 10" in depth or diameter.

Maximum length of hanger and plant should not exceed 4'.

Evalua on based on appropriateness of plant for hanging container, condi on, arrangement, hanger/container/plant rela onship, and plants being well established.

Terrariums:

The terrarium may not exceed 24" in any dimension.

Terrarium should be planted 4‐6 weeks ahead of exhibi ng.

Member must be able to iden fy plant materials in their terrarium and know why they were selected for use (quality, container, and design.)



HEALTH

Exhibit Sugges ons:

Report on a health issue (i.e. alcohol/chemical abuse, ea ng disorders, depression, sexually transmi ed diseases, pregnancy, etc.)

Report on a health related community project that 4‐Her conducted. Include metable, objec ves, program descrip on, audience, materials, community support, & evalua on.

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LAWN AND LANDSCAPE DESIGN

Exhibit Sugges ons:

Landscape plan (not exceeding 22" x 28") drawn to scale with plants and major areas of yard labeled; should show changes and future plans. "Before” and “a er" photographs are desirable.

Design a project mee ng in booklet form. Include your mee ng topic, how you would teach it, goals, ac vi es, and visual aids you would use.


Posters showing physiology of a tree are not eligible for state fair.

Evalua on will be based on design, neatness, plants used, and story told.

NEEDLE ARTS

Exhibit Sugges ons:

Consumer Product Analysis: Comparison and evalua on of materials, supplies, or accessories used for a needle arts technique.

Item made by the member using the techniques of counted cross s tch, handquil ng, croche ng, kni ng, embroidery, crewel, applique, weaving, needlepoint, hardanger, ta ng, latchhook, other.

Historical/Cultural Study: poster, or display about a needle arts family heirloom or museum piece. Include info about item’s preserva on.


Each exhibit must include a consumer informa on tag, if appropriate, with the following informa on: pa ern company name and number, techniques, fiber content, cost, and care instruc ons.

Par cipant encouraged to bring instruc ons/pa ern

If item is framed, a wall hanging, or to be displayed on a wall, it should be finished and ready to hang.

PERFORMING ARTS ‐ Saturday

Exhibit Sugges ons:

Poster or display about your involvement or interest in the performing arts or some aspect of music, drama.

A puppet and script made and created by member.

Write and perform a short story, show, or music selec on.

A journal or scrapbook with journaling of performing arts experiences.

An educa onal display of an aspect of music, drama, or performing.


Exhibit can be either a performance or an exhibit that shows a member’s involvement or interest in the performing arts.

The 4‐H’er must be able to discuss the process of selec ng, planning, performing and reflec ng on their project work.

Performances cannot last longer than 10 minutes.

PLANT AND SOIL SCIENCE

Exhibit Sugges ons: An educa onal display illustra ng one of the following ideas: soils, plant reproduc on, plant growth factors, plant characteris cs, growing and using plants, plant growth and food produc on, or examples of a plant disease.

POTATOES

Exhibit Sugges ons: Educa onal display illustra ng diseases and control, methods of mulching and reasons, causes and effects of sun scald.

State Fair Requirements: 12 potatoes you have grown (2019 crop) similar in size; iden fy variety on a 3” x 5” card.

QUILTING

Exhibit Sugges ons:

A quilted item, any finishing technique acceptable.

Repair of an old quilt

A display showing the history of quil ng, fabrics and pa erns used in quil ng, or a topic of your choice.

State Fair Requirements: Include info lis ng with item: pa ern book & name, fabric fiber content & ba ng, and care instruc ons. If not hand ed by the 4‐H’er, state who quilted the final project. Depending on the skill level someone else may do the final quil ng. Item may be either machine quilted, hand quilted, or hand ed.

PETS

Pets ‐ Grades 3‐5 Cloverbud Pet

Pet Show *NSFE Pet Educa onal Display

Exhibit Sugges ons:

Exhibit ‐ photo album, species history, or animal care display.

Educa onal display explaining pet care, health, nutri onal needs, etc.


Pets must be domes cated and easily controlled for showing. Please refrain from bringing animals that may become aggressive.

A dog may be shown in the pet show or the dog show, not both and they must be current on their vaccina ons.

SAFETY

Exhibit Sugges ons:

Explore a safety issue of your choice. Ideas include traffic safety, home safety, farm safety, community safety, fire preven on, and first aid kit. Include an item for display representa ve of project ac vity.

Prepare a First Aid Kit and explain the reasons for the items you included.

Exhibit may be a display, binder, poster, etc.

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PHOTOGRAPHY

Tips & sugges ons from 4‐H photography judges to prepare your photography exhibit and get ready for judging at your county fair: extension.umn.edu/youth/mn4‐H/projects/arts‐communica on/photography/docs/photography‐ ps‐sugges ons‐for‐projects.pdf

PHOTOGRAPHY ‐ Elements of Photography

Exhibit will focus on what makes a good photograph. Only overall image correc ons are allowed including: sharpening, cropping, brightness/exposure, color satura on, contrast, black and white, sepia or color conversion and exposure correc on.

Equipment: Use any device capable of capturing a photographic image to be printed: digital or film camera, cell phone, tablet or drone may be used. Drone operator must meet age requirements for use of a drone.

Exhibit Sugges ons:

Photo Story: Show a town’s history or a family history. T his could include photos of historic buildings, old photos copied from the historical society or library, family or individual portraits, etc.

Develop a documentary of another of yours or a friend’s 4‐H project or of your 4‐H club’s community service project

Document environmental issues such as the plight of pollinators, pollu on, soil erosion, or the steps taken to improve the environment

Present a day in the life of – farm or city youth, a local professional person such as a school nurse or a firefighter, law enforcement office, or other interes ng personality

Exhibit a series of photos on how to make or do something

Common theme or subject: Display a series of 3 to 7 photos of a common subject such as landscapes, buildings, people, animals, seasons, ac on, nature, close‐ups, etc.

Photographic Elements: Display a series of 5 to 7 photos that illustrate some photographic element such as composi on, ligh ng, shu er speeds depth of field, etc.

Panorama: Show a single image created in camera or a triptych (set of 3 photos intended to be used together) of several images created by moving the camera



PHOTOGRAPHY ‐ Photo Manipula on

Photos will focus on using photography to show crea vely edited photos and how photography is used in everyday life. So ware edi ng is required for this category using layering, crea ve coloring, text addi ons, etc.

Entries in this category must involve edi ng with computer so ware such as Photoshop, Lightroom, IPhoto, Picasa, Gimp, Pick Monkey, Pixi, Microso Publisher, etc.

Equipment: Use any device capable of capturing a photographic image to be printed: digital or film camera, cell phone, tablet or drone. Drone operator must meet age requirements for use of a drone. A computer or tablet is required for photo manipula on.

Exhibit sugges ons:

Photo Series: Make a series of 5 to 7 photos that illustrate a common theme such as environmental issues, plight of pollinators, how to do something, etc. Photos in this category must involve digital edi ng.

Enlarged Photo: Show a 5”x7” or 8”x10” print that has been digitally enhanced and illustrates so ware skills. An unaltered 4 x6” print must be a ached to the back of the exhibit.

Publica ons: Show calendars, brochures, posters that are created using computer so ware.

Photo Novel es: Display mugs, puzzles, blankets, or other media on which photos have been printed.

Slide Show: Make a compila on of photos with tles, voice‐over or music background. For judging, exhibitor can show project on 14” x22” poster board, computer or tablet.

State Fair Requirements for Elements of Photography and Photo Manipula on:

NO PICTURE FRAME OR GLASS ALLOWED (for safety.)

ALL PHOTOS EXHIBITED MUST HAVE BEEN TAKEN/PRODUCED/ENHANCED BY THE EXHIBITOR DURING THE CURRENT YEAR.

The exhibitor’s name, club, county and exhibit class should be clearly printed on the back of the exhibit.

Allowed exhibits use 4 x 6”, 5 x 7” or 8 x 10” photographs, mounted in a mat frame or foam board – neutral colors are best (white, tan, grey or black.) Do not use construc on paper or colored paper.

Use 14” x 22” board for 5 or more photos in an exhibit. Cut a smaller board for 2 to 4 prints or a panorama.

When a photo has been edited or digitally manipulated, an unaltered 4” x 6” photo(s) must be affixed to the back of the exhibit.

Exhibits with mul ple photos should use 4”x6” prints

Enlarged photos should be 5”x7” or 8”x10”

Exhibits should reflect the appropriate size for the item designed, e.g. the photos used for an ornament, a calendar, a poster, or brochure would require different sized photographs.

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SHOP

Exhibit Sugges ons:

Item constructed of wood or metal

Wooden or metal ar cle repaired, finished, or refinished.

A display on proper es, uses, or processing of wood.


Exhibit must not take up more than 20 square feet of floor space.

A ach a card to all exhibits describing total cost, materials used, and unusual joinery finishing techniques.

VEGETABLE GARDENING

Exhibit Sugges ons:

Collec on of three or more different vegetables.

Display showing three varie es of the same vegetable.

A mini garden planted in a tub, pail, or large planter.

Educa onal display showing an aspect of vegetable gardening (e.g., the difference in development between thinned vs. un‐thinned vegetables.)


Label vegetables with proper variety names.

Do not use potatoes or cherry tomatoes in the exhibit.

If selected for State Fair: exhibits taken to state fair must contain six different vegetables or be an educa onal display.

When exhibi ng large size vegetables include one sample (cabbage, squash, melon, pumpkin, cauliflower, Swiss chard); medium size vegetables include 3 samples (beets, tomatoes, onions, peppers, turnips, cucumbers, kohlrabi, carrots); small size vegetables include twelve samples (snap beans, lima beans, green beans, green peas, etc.)

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SHOOTING SPORTS / WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT

Exhibit Sugges ons:

Safety techniques applied to shoo ng ac vi es—range commands, eye/ear protec on, range safety, firearm cleaning, dressing safely, survival skills, etc.

Shoo ng skills—basic safety rules, basic parts and func ons of each piece of equipment, care and maintenance, accessories, posi on, etc.

Project related to trapping such as furs, photo story, an informa onal poster, etc.

Display showing key field iden fica on features of a group of game animals (e.g., dis nguishing various species of puddle ducks, differences among five look‐alike species of upland game birds, etc.).

Leadership skills learned in your shoo ng sports club.

History and nomenclature of trapping, hun ng, & firearms.

Sportsmanship: Ethical behavior and responsibility, effects of values to wildlife of modern game laws and regula ons.


MN and 4‐H regula ons for handling and storing firearms must be followed. Absolutely no loaded weapons are allowed for exhibi on at the County Fair.

Exhibit may not exceed 12" deep x 24" wide x 36" high, except that a gun, bow and arrow, or taxidermy item may be included in a display and will not be considered in the calcula on of dimensions.

No explosive materials are allowed. Arrows must be secured in such a manner so as to prevent their points or edges from being a hazard. Only spor ng firearms and bows will be exhibited, demonstrated or displayed.

TRACTOR

Exhibit Sugges ons:

A poster, video, display, notebook, represen ng your project learning.

Restored, recondi oned, rebuilt tractor.

Exhibit may represent learning about tractor safety, history, use, purchasing decisions, establishing a business with your field or lawn tractor, or material prepared to train others.


Check space requirements for large exhibits with staff. Large exhibits may be displayed outdoors.

Fuel must be removed from exhibits for display.

SMALL ENGINES

Exhibit Sugges ons:

Small engine that has been recondi oned or repaired.

A device constructed by a member u lizing a small engine.

Display on the parts of an engine, etc.

An educa onal display of some aspect of small engine use, care, recondi oning, etc.

SELF DETERMINED

Exhibit Sugges ons:

Poster, display, notebook showing the process of doing the ac vity/project.

Display of finished work

Use this project area for Geospa al and Clowning exhibits.


This Division is intended for an exhibit that doesn’t fit in any other project area. This is not a “catch‐all” category but rather inten onal self‐directed learning.

A team may consist of not more than three members from the same club or from up to three different clubs from the same county.

To be eligible for State Fair, the member(s) must be able to discuss the process of selec on, planning and management of a self‐determined learning experience.

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WATER/WETLANDS

Exhibit Sugges ons:

Display showing the five unique physical proper es of water; the hydrologic or water cycle; the quan es and uses made of water by families, municipali es, industries, animals, and plants.

Display on water quality or management‐‐pollu on, conserva on, water quality standards, etc.

WILDLIFE BIOLOGY

Exhibit Sugges ons:

Display showing the life cycle of your favorite wild animal.

Birdhouse, birdfeeder, or homemade bird book of local birds.

A self‐made book of animals of Minnesota‐‐describe habitat, food, and shelter.

A wildlife management plan showing prac ces related to land use and forest management for wildlife.

Basic concepts of Wildlife Management (waterfowl wingboards, birdhouse trails, game food habits, game animal habitat requirements, history of game management, etc.)

YOUTH LEADERSHIP

Exhibit Sugges ons:

Youth Leadership is a project area that requires the member to discover their skills, develop those skills, and share them with others. This might happen individually or as a group.

Taking charge, leading a service project, and sharing the steps from beginning to end would be one example of a youth leadership project. Some ways to present your work would be (but are not limited to): three sided display boards, scrapbooks and posters.

State Fair Requirements: Youth leader should be prepared to discuss the skills they have discovered, developed and shared with others through their involvement in Youth Leadership.



VETERINARY SCIENCE

Exhibit Sugges ons:

Diagram of your favorite animal with anatomy.

Display or binder on diseases of animals, ringworm, heartworm, hip dysplasia, scours, etc.


Exhibit may include models, diagrams, actual items and/or wri en ar cles.

Video/Filmmaking

Video/Filmmaking ‐ Produc on Team (2‐3 members per team. Can come from different schools and/or grades)

Equipment:

Any electronic device capable of capturing a video image‐ video camera, digital camera, DSLR, me lapse or trail camera, cellphone, tablet, Go Pro or drone with a ached camera (operator must meet age requirements to use a drone.) Exhibit Sugges ons:

Showcase various video/film techniques

A selected subject. Include a short storyboard or outline.

A poster that illustrates how a video/film camera works, or how to care for video/film equipment, illustra on of computer video/film crea on, etc.

A video/film made by blending computer technology and tradi onal camera created video/film.

A video/film using data from trail camera or me lapse camera (stop ac on video) or drone with a ached camera (operator must meet age requirements to use a drone).

A video/film using Clayma on or stop ac on.

Document environmental issues such as the plight of pollinators, pollu on, soil erosion, or the steps taken to improve the environment.


All video/filmmaking exhibits must be made by the exhibitor OR by a produc on team of which the exhibitor must be a member .

The exhibitor’s name, grade, and club must be clearly printed on all exhibit pieces‐ The video/filmmaking exhibit SHOULD NOT EXCEED 10 MINUTES.

All video/film footage exhibited must have been made/created DURING THE CURRENT 4‐H YEAR. When appropriate, (i.e. historical sequences) older video clips can be used, otherwise video content must have been taken in the current 4‐H year.

Must be presented on DVD, USB, flash drive or data CD.

Video/film needs to be in presenta on form, including a tle and credits.

It is encouraged that when developing a 4‐H filmmaking/video exhibit, members will develop skills beyond the classroom.

The video/film must be original material. Por ons from other sources must be documented and have a copyright release, including music. Any video/film exhibit, which appears to contain copyrighted material, including music, will not be publicly displayed unless the exhibitor has wri en permission from the producer to use the material in the video/film.

A computer must be brought for viewing the video/film during the conference judging, otherwise other arrangements need to be made in advance with 4‐H staff.

Video/film must be playable on Windows, use file format including .WMV, .FLV and .MPEG, .AVI, .MOV, .AVCHD, .MPEG‐1, .MEG‐4, as well as a playable DVD.

Note: This is not a slideshow (see Manipulated Photography for slideshow)

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BREEDING HEIFER: ENGLISH BREEDS English Spring Calf ‐ Born Jan 1 – April 30, 2019

English Fall Calf ‐ Born Sept. 1 – Dec. 31, 2018

English Summer yearling ‐ Born May 1 – Aug. 31, 2018

English Junior yearling ‐ Born Jan. 1 – April 30, 2018

English Senior yearling ‐ Born Sept. 1 – Dec. 31, 2017

English Mature Cow ‐ Born prior to Sept. 1, 2017 *NSFE

BREEDING HEIFER: EXOTIC BREED

Exo c breeds include Charolais, Limousin, Simmental, & others

Exo c Spring Calf ‐ Born Jan. 1 – April 30, 2019

Exo c Fall Calf ‐ Born Sept. 1 – Dec. 31, 2018

Exo c Summer yearling ‐ Born May 1 – Aug. 31, 2018

Exo c Junior yearling ‐ Born Jan. 1 – April 30, 2018

Exo c Senior yearling ‐ Born Sept. 1 – Dec. 31, 2017

Exo c Mature Cow ‐ Born prior to Sept. 1, 2017 *NSFE

COW AND CALF Cow/Calf pair ‐ Calf born on or a er Jan. 1, 2019

BEEF SHOWMANSHIP Beef Showmanship

County Fair Requirements: All 4‐H members exhibi ng beef must also sign up for the beef showmanship class that corresponds to their grade level. Recommenda ons: Exhibitors should be well groomed and clothes reasonably clean and neat. Those wearing hats, caps, or other headwear in the Show Ring will be severely discounted. It is preferred that exhibitors wear jeans or dress pants with a belt when showing ca le. They should wear boots or hard soled shoes. For more info on beef showmanship, check out the beef showmanship scorecard at: www.fourh.umn.edu/programs/AnimalScience

DAIRY STEER

Pure Breed Dairy Steer Crossbred Dairy Steer

State Fair Requirements: Recommended minimum weight for State Fair is 1,000

pounds; recommended maximum weight is 1,600 pounds. Pure Breed Dairy Steers must be 100% dairy breed. Dairy Steers showing permanent teeth are*NSFE. Crossbred Steers must be from the following breeds in any

combina on: Ayrshire, Brown Swiss, Jersey, Montebeliarde, Guernsey, Milking Shorthorn, Holstein, Normande (dairy), Red & White, Norwegian Red and Viking Red

REGISTERED & GRADE DAIRY Dairy ‐ Junior Calf ‐ Born a er Mar. 1, 2019 *NSFE

Dairy ‐ Winter Calf ‐ Born Dec. 1, 2018 to Feb. 28, 2019

Dairy ‐ Fall Calf ‐ Born Sept. 1 to Nov. 30, 2018

Dairy ‐ Summer Junior Yearling ‐ Born June 1 to Aug. 31, 2018

Dairy ‐ Spring Junior Yearling ‐ Born March 1 to May 31, 2018

Dairy ‐ Winter Senior Yearling ‐ Born Dec. 1, 2016 to Feb. 29, 2018

Dairy ‐ Fall Senior Yearling ‐ Born Sept. 1 to Nov. 30, 2017

Dairy ‐ Two‐Year‐Old Cow ‐ Born Sept. 1, 2014 to Aug. 31, 2017

Dairy ‐ Three‐Year‐Old Cow ‐ Born Sept. 1, 2013 to Aug. 31, 2016

Dairy ‐ Four‐Year‐Old Cow ‐ Born Sept. 1, 2012 to Aug. 31, 2014

Dairy ‐ Cow, Five‐Year‐Old+ Cow ‐ Born before Sept. 1, 2013

Dairy ‐ Dry Cow ‐ Born a er Sept. 1, 2016 *NSFE

State Fair Requirements: Senior Yearlings that have calved must compete in the

two‐year‐old cow class. Advanced classes must show a complete bu erfat record for

305 days.

DAIRY SHOWMANSHIP Dairy Showmanship

County Fair Requirements: All 4‐H members exhibi ng dairy must also sign up for the dairy showmanship class that corresponds to their grade level.

OTHER DAIRY Dairy Educa onal Display (judged on Entry Day)

Dairy Record Conference Judging (judged on Entry Day, *NSFE)

Cloverbud Dairy

OTHER BEEF Beef Educa onal Display (judged on Entry Day)

Beef Record Conference Judging (judged on Entry Day, *NSFE)

Cloverbud Beef

MARKET BEEF Prospect Calf ‐ Born Jan. 1 – April 30, 2019

Market Steer ‐ Born Jan. 1 – Aug. 31, 2018

Market Heifer ‐ Born Jan. 1 – Aug. 31, 2018

Beef heifer ownership ID forms and/or lease agreements must be on file in the Regional 4‐H office by May 15th of the current year.

Recommended minimum weight for State Fair is 1,000 lbs; recommended maximum weight is 1,500 lbs.

BEEF Show on Friday

Note: All 4‐H members exhibi ng beef must also sign up for the beef showmanship class corresponding to their grade level.

*NSFE=Not State Fair Eligible

DAIRY Show on Friday

Note: 4‐H members exhibi ng dairy must also sign up for the dairy showmanship class corresponding to their grade level.


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DOG AGILITY (Classes offered at the North St. Louis County Fair)

Dog ‐ Agility Beginner Dog ‐ Agility Jumpers I

Dog ‐ Agility Elementary Dog ‐ Agility Jumpers II

Dog ‐ Agility Intermediate Dog ‐ Agility Jumpers III

Dog ‐ Agility Senior Dog‐ Agility Pairs Relay

Dog ‐ Agility Advanced

DOG RALLY (Will be done a er Agility classes)

Dog ‐ Rally Pre‐Novice Dog ‐ Rally Excellent

Dog ‐ Rally Novice Dog ‐ Rally Veterans

Dog ‐ Rally Pre‐Advanced

DOG OBEDIENCE

Dog ‐ Obedience Founda on Class

Dog ‐ Obedience Beginner

Dog ‐ Obedience Graduate Beginner

Dog ‐ Obedience Novice

Dog ‐ Obedience Graduate Novice

Dog ‐ Obedience Pre‐Open

Dog ‐ Obedience Open

Dog ‐ Obedience Graduate Open

Dog ‐ Obedience Pre‐U lity

Dog ‐ Obedience U lity Unrestricted

Dog ‐ Obedience Veterans

Dog ‐ Obedience Brace

Dog ‐ Obedience 4 Dog Team

DOG SHOWMANSHIP

Dog ‐ Showmanship Junior Novice (grades 3‐8)

Dog ‐ Showmanship Junior Open (grades 9+)

OTHER DOG

Cloverbud Dog

Cloverbud Dog Costume

Pet Show *NSFE

Dog Educa onal Display (judged on Entry Day)

Dog ‐ Founda ons Class Dog ‐ Rally Advanced

Dog ‐ Showmanship Senior Novice (grades 3‐8)

Dog ‐ Showmanship Senior Open (grades 9+)

Requirements for all dog classes:

A dog may be shown in the dog show or pet show, not both.

Dogs are not allowed on the main fairgrounds. Dogs must remain in the show area and are not allowed in the barns, 4‐H building or other buildings. They are to be brought in just prior to the show and brought home a er the show.

Dogs must be controlled on leash and/or in a carrier at all mes. Cra ng of dogs is strongly recommended when they

are not in the show ring.

A 4‐Her may show a maximum of two dogs. In showmanship classes, a 4‐Her may enter only one dog per class. In agility, a 4‐Her may enter two dogs per class. A 4‐Her may compete in up to seven classes – two regular obedience classes, Brace obedience, Four Dog Team obedience, one showmanship class, and up to 4 agility classes (2 per dog).

4‐Hers shall exhibit in the classes corresponding to the level of training they and their dog have received. Addi onal informa on, class requirements, and rules/regula ons can be found in the Minnesota 4‐H Agility, Obedience, Rally and Showmanship rules and guidelines (four separate publica ons) available on the MN 4‐H dog project website ‐www.4‐H.umn.edu/projects/animal‐science/dog. Each 4‐H member par cipa ng in the Dog Show is responsible for reading the Dog Rule books available at this website.

Exhibitors bringing more than one dog should indicate which dog will be used for each class on their registra on.

To be eligible for a State Fair trip, 4‐Hers must have submi ed enrollment forms by May 15 and dog ID forms by May 15 with full vaccina on records. To find out more about specific classes and showmanship requirements in the dog program, go to: www.4‐H.umn.edu/projects/animal‐science/dog.

A vet’s cer ficate of Rabies check must be with dog at all mes.

All dogs must be vaccinated according to the requirements listed on the MN 4‐H Dog Project Iden fica on Form and Vaccina on Verifica on (Dog IDA).

DOG

The Dog Show will take place on Wed., July 31 at the North St. Louis County Fairgrounds in Chisholm. Please Note: The South St. Louis County Fair will not be hos ng a dog show. To pre‐register for these classes, refer to the class lis ng below and sign up on your County Fair registra on. You will then be sent further details.


The Dog Show will take place on Wednesday, July 31, star ng at 8:30 a.m. at the North St. Louis County Fairgrounds in Chisholm.

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DAIRY GOAT Junior Doe Kid ‐ Born April 1 to June 30, 2019

Senior Doe Kid ‐ Born January 1 to March 31, 2019

Buck Kid ‐ Born a er January 1, 2019 *NSFE

Dry Yearling Doe ‐ Born January 1 ‐ December 31st, 2018

Milking Yearling Doe ‐ Born January 1 ‐ December 31st, 2018

Milking 2 year old Doe ‐ Born January 1 ‐ December 31st, 2017

Milking 3‐4 Year Old Doe‐ Born in 2014 or 2016

Milking 5 Year Old Doe ‐ Born before 2013

Mother‐Daughter *NSFE

Dry Doe 2‐3 years old *NSFE

Dry Doe 3‐4 years old *NSFE

Dry Doe 5+ *NSFE

NON‐DAIRY GOAT 3 year‐old and over Doe *NSFE

Yearling Doe ‐ born in 2018 *NSFE

2 year‐old Doe ‐ born in 2016 *NSFE

Buck Kid ‐ Born a er January 1, 2018 *NSFE

Doe Kid ‐ Born a er January 1, 2018 *NSFE

Descrip on: Non‐dairy goats are goats used for wool produc on, pets, etc. Member will explain breed, origin, func on, & care to

judge.

DAIRY and NON ‐ DAIRY GOAT SHOWMANSHIP

Dairy Goat Showmanship

County Fair Requirements: All 4‐H members exhibi ng a goat must also sign up for the goat showmanship class that corresponds to their grade level.

MEAT GOAT ‐ Judging on July 12 Note: For safety reasons, all market goats must be de‐horned/disbudded. Meat breeding does may have horns. They do not need to be capped or blunted. If an animal is deemed a safety concern, addi onal safety measures may be required at the discre on of the barn manager and 4‐H Program Coordinator.

Market Goat ‐ Altered male or female, no bucks born Jan. 1 to April 30, 2019

Dairy Market Goat ‐ Altered male, no bucks born Jan. 1 to April 30, 2019

Junior Yearling Meat Breeding Doe, registered or grade, born April 1 to August 31, 2018

Senior Yearling Meat Breeding Doe, registered or grade, born December 1 to March 31, 2018

Dry Breeding Yearling, registered or grade, born in 2018, never kidded


Market animals must be a minimum of 40 pounds, but not to exceed a maximum of 110 pounds by State Fair.

For safety reasons, all market goats should be de‐horned/disbudded. Meat breeding does may have horns & they do not need to be capped or blunted. Note: at the discre on of the livestock commi ee, if an animal is deemed a safety concern, addi onal safety measure may be required.

MARKET GOAT SHOWMANSHIP

Market Goat Showmanship

OTHER GOATS Goat Educa onal Display (judged on Entry Day)

Goat Record Conference Judging (judged on Entry Day, *NSFE)

Goat Costume Class (judged during July 14 show)

Cloverbud Goat

Cloverbud Goat Costume

LAMA: LLAMA and ALPACA

Lama ‐ Costume Lama ‐ Public Rela ons

Lama ‐ Obstacle Course

LAMA SHOWMANSHIP

Lama Showmanship

OTHER LAMA

Lama Educa onal Display

Lama Record Conference Judging (judged on Entry Day,

GOAT Show on FridayNote: All 4‐H members exhibi ng goats must also sign up for the goat showmanship class corresponding to their grade level.


Requirements:

Lamas must be born prior to January 1, 2019.

No sexually intact male above 18 months is eligible for exhibi on.

All castrated males born prior to January 1, 2019 are eligible for exhibi on.

All females born prior to January 1, 2019 are eligible for exhibi on

LAMA

LAMA FIBER

Lama Fiber ‐ Grades 3‐5 Lama Fiber ‐ Grades 9+

Lama Fiber ‐ Grades 6‐8

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Note: All 4‐H members exhibi ng poultry must also sign up for the poultry showmanship class corresponding to their grade level. Also, birds entered in single entry classes cannot be part of a pen entry too.


CHICKENS Market Pen of 2 males or 2 females

Breeding Pen of one male & 2 females young trio

Bantam Breeding Pen of one male & two females

Egg produc on Pen of 2 pullets, White egg layers

Egg produc on Pen of 2 pullets, Brown egg layers

Bantam Pen of 2 males or 2 females *NSFE

Exo c Breeds *NSFE

Exo c Breeds Bantam *NSFE

Mature Chickens (1 yr & older) Breeding pen of 1 male and 2 females *NSFE

Mature Chickens (1 yr & older) Egg produc on pen of 2 hens *NSFE

4‐H’ers can enter up to 2 of the following single entry chicken classes. Single entries cannot be part of a pen entry. These classes are not offered at the State Fair. Note: Pullets are hens under one year old. Cockerels are cocks or roosters under one

Standard Cock *NSFE Bantam Hen *NSFE

Standard Hen *NSFE Bantam Cockerel *NSFE

Standard Cockerel *NSFE Bantam Pullet *NSFE

Standard Pullet *NSFE Bantam Cock *NSFE

DOVES

Purebred Breeding pair

DUCKS Market Pen of two males or two females

Breeding Pen of one male & two females

Bantam Breeding Pen of one male & two females

One market male or female *NSFE

One breeding male *NSFE

One breeding female *NSFE

GEESE Market pen of two males or two females Breeding pen of one male & two females




GUINEA Market pen of 2 males or 2 females – same breed

Breeding pen of one male & 2 females – same breed




PIGEONS U lity, One Breeding Pair (at least 1 year old)

U lity, one young male or female, this year band

Fancy, one breeding pair

Fancy, one young male or female, this year band

Flying, one breeding pair

Flying, one young male or female, this year band

TURKEYS (Domes c only) Market pen of two males or two females

Breeding pen of one male & two females




POULTRY SHOWMANSHIP Poultry Showmanship

County Fair Requirements: 4‐H’ers exhibi ng poultry must also sign up for the poultry showmanship class that corresponds to their grade level.

OTHER POULTRY Poultry Educa onal Display (judged on Entry Day)

Poultry Record Conference Judging (judged on Entry Day, *NSFE)

State Fair Requirements for all poultry: Egg produc on pens of two pullets will have two separate

lots—one for white egg layers and one for brown. White egg layers must be hybrid. Brown layers must be commercial purebred or hybrid; hybrids are preferred.

Poultry exhibited must be of this year's hatch. All, except waterfowl and pigeons, must have health cer ficate and be iden fied by a numbered leg band.

Breeding classes will be judged on breed characteris cs using the American Standard of Perfec on as a guide.

POULTRY Show on Saturday

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SHEEP Show on Friday Note: All 4‐Hers exhibi ng sheep must also sign up for the sheep showmanship class corresponding to their grade level.


BREEDING EWE Ewe Lamb ‐ Born on or a er Jan. 1, 2019

Yearling Ewe ‐ Born on or a er Jan. 1, 2018 and must show no evidence of four permanent incisors.

Aged Ewe ‐ Born before Dec. 31, 2017 *NSFE

Fine Wool Breed *NSFE

MARKET LAMB

Market Lamb (Ewe, Ram or Wether) Born on or a er Jan. 1, 2018 (Rams not eligible for State Fair)

State Fair Requirements: Recommended minimum weight is 105 lbs; required maximum weight is 170 lbs. Animals exceeding 170 lbs will not be eligible for State Fair.

EXOTIC

Exo c Ewe or Ram, born a er January 1, 2019 *NSFE

Exo c Ewe Yearling born before January 1, 2019 *NSFE

LAMB LEAD

Lamb Lead ‐ Grades 3‐5

Lamb Lead ‐ Grades 6‐8

Lamb Lead ‐ Grades 9+

State Fair Requirements: Lamb lead exhibitors must groom and train a sheep and

must wear a garment made from at least 60% wool. Garment is defined as a piece of clothing covering a main part of your body (not socks or accessories).

Exhibitors will be judged based on project knowledge, poise, their ou it, and their lamb.

SHEEP SHOWMANSHIP

Sheep Showmanship Grades

County Fair Requirements: All 4‐H members exhibi ng sheep must also sign up for the sheep showmanship class that corresponds to their grade level.

FLEECE

Sheep Fleece

State Fair Requirements: Blue ribbon fleeces may exhibit at State Fair; no housing will be provided.

OTHER SHEEP

Sheep Educa onal Display (judged on Entry Day)

Record Conference Judging (judged on Entry Day, *NSFE)

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RABBIT Show on Thursday Note: All 4‐Hers exhibi ng rabbit must also sign up for the sheep showmanship class corresponding to their grade level.


MIXED BREED Mixed Breed rabbits are not State Fair eligible (*NSFE)

Senior Buck over 8 months Intermediate Buck 6‐8 months

Senior Doe over 8 months Intermediate Doe 6‐8 months

Junior Buck under 6 months Junior Doe under 6 months

PURE BREED

Senior Buck over 8 months Intermediate Buck 6‐8 months

Senior Doe over 8 months Intermediate Doe 6‐8 months

Junior Buck under 6 months Junior Doe under 6 months

MARKET RABBIT

Single fryer, 3.5 to 5.5 pounds, not over 70 days old

Pen of three fryers, 3.5 to 5.5 pounds, not over 70 days old

Please note: Small breeds such as Dutch, Netherland Dwarf, Mini‐Rex, and Mini‐Lop should only sign up for junior and senior classes, no intermediates. State Fair Requirements: All breeds recognized by the American Rabbit Breeders

Associa on are eligible. Rabbits will be judged according to ARBA standards.

Rabbits must be permanently ta ooed on le ear for iden fica on.

RABBIT SHOWMANSHIP

Rabbit Showmanship

County Fair Requirements: 4‐Hers exhibi ng rabbit must also sign up for the rabbit

showmanship class corresponding to their grade level.

While showing their animal, exhibitors should have a neat appearance and wear a long‐sleeved white shirt or lab coat.

OTHER RABBIT Rabbit Educa onal Display (judged on Entry Day)

Rabbit Record Conference Judging (judged on Entry Day, NSFE)

Rabbit Costume Class (judged at the end of the rabbit show.)

CAVY

Pure Breed Senior Boar Pure Breed Junior Boar

Pure Breed Senior Sow Pure Breed Junior Sow

Prue Breed Intermediate Boar Pure Breed Intermediate Sow

ALL OTHER BREEDS

PURE BREED According to American Rabbit Breeders Associa on Current Book of Standards for each cavy breed.

Other Senior Boar Other Breed Junior Boar

Other Breed Senior Sow Other Breed Junior Sow

Other Br. Intermediate Boar Other Br. Intermediate Sow

CAVY SHOWMANSHIP

Cavy are not State Fair eligible (*NSFE)

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The Judging process lets 4‐Hers showcase

the knowledge and skills they’ve gained

throughout the year.

LIVESTOCK DEMONSTRATIONS

Grades 3‐5 ‐ Individual Grade 9+ ‐ Individual

Grades 3‐5 ‐ Team Grade 9+ ‐ Team

Grades 6‐8 ‐ Individual

Grades 6‐8 ‐ Team

Please Note: Demos for dog, dairy, beef, sheep, poultry, rabbit, goat,

llama, and swine will take place during their corresponding shows.

Horse demonstra ons with a judge will take place on Thursday prior to the Horse Show.

Exhibit Sugges ons: Livestock Demos are oral presenta ons that include demonstra ng the hands‐on steps required to accomplish a task or process. This includes the use of an animal and other physical objects needed to do or show something. Example: a livestock demo could involve your goat and grooming tools to show how to prepare a goat for a show.

SWINE Show on Thursday All 4‐H members exhibi ng swine must also sign up for the swine showmanship class corresponding to their grade level.

BREEDING GILT Gilt, Purebred, or Grade ‐ Born on or a er January 1, 2019

MARKET BARROW

Barrow ‐ Born on or a er Jan. 1, 2019

MARKET GILT Gilt ‐ Born on or a er Jan. 1, 2019

State Fair Requirements: Recommended minimum weight for State Fair is 220 pounds; maximum State Fair weight is 300. Market barrows and market gilts weighing less than 220 pounds will show in their own class “Super Lightweights” and those 301 pounds and over will show in their own class “Super Heavyweights” and will be eligible for blue, red or white ribbons and are not eligible for champions at State Fair.

SWINE SHOWMANSHIP Swine Showmanship

County Fair Requirements: All 4‐H members exhibi ng swine must also sign up for the swine showmanship class that corresponds to their grade level.

OTHER SWINE Swine Educa onal Display (judged on Entry Day)

Swine Record Conference Judging (judged on Entry Day, *NSFE)

Cloverbud Swine

A S P ‐ S , D , S A

HEALTH EXHIBIT

Health Exhibit ‐ Beef Health Exhibit ‐ Poultry

Health Exhibit ‐ Dairy Health Exhibit ‐ Rabbit

Health Exhibit ‐ Goat‐Dairy Health Exhibit ‐ Sheep

Health Exhibit ‐ Goat‐Meat Health ‐ Swine

PRODUCTION EXHIBIT

Produc on Exhibit ‐ Beef Produc on Exhibit ‐ Rabbit

Produc on Exhibit ‐ Dairy Produc on Exhibit ‐ Sheep

Produc on Exhibit ‐ Poultry Produc on Exhibit ‐ Swine

Produc on Exhibit ‐ Goat‐Dairy

Produc on Exhibit ‐ Goat‐Meat

SCIENCE OF ANIMALS

4‐Hers may bring one Science of Animals exhibit in each class. Judged during Animal shows. See page 2 for schedule.

BREEDING EXHIBIT

Breeding Exhibit ‐ Beef Breeding Exhibit ‐ Poultry

Breeding Exhibit ‐ Dairy Breeding Exhibit ‐ Rabbit

Breeding Exhibit ‐ Goat‐Dairy Breeding Exhibit ‐ Sheep

Breeding Exhibit ‐ Goat‐Meat Breeding Exhibit ‐ Swine

ZOONOTICS EXHIBIT

Zoono cs Exhibit ‐ Beef Zoono cs Exhibit ‐ Poultry

Zoono cs Exhibit ‐ Dairy Zoono cs Exhibit ‐ Rabbit

Zoono cs Exhibit ‐ Goat‐Dairy Zoono cs Exhibit ‐ Sheep

Zoono cs Exhibit ‐ Goat‐Meat Zoono cs Exhibit ‐ Swine

OTHER EXHIBITS

Other Exhibit ‐ Beef Other Exhibit ‐ Poultry

Other Exhibit ‐ Dairy Other Exhibit ‐ Rabbit

Other Exhibit ‐ Goat‐Dairy Other Exhibit ‐ Sheep

Other Exhibit ‐ Goat‐Meat Other Exhibit ‐ Swine

Exhibit Sugges ons:

Items constructed (such as feeding systems or show equipment) or science exhibits focusing on one of the four divisions listed above.

These projects may be enhanced with 3‐dimensional displays, posters or notebooks

This new project is modeled a er the 2017 Poultry exhibits that resulted from the Avian Flu outbreak when birds were not allowed to be exhibited. Be crea ve!

State Fair:

State Fair trips will be available. State Fair exhibits will be judged during Livestock Weekend and 4‐H’ers may exhibit both an animal and a Science of Animal Educa onal Exhibit.

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State Horse Helmet Policy:

All 4‐Hers par cipa ng in any 4‐H sponsored mounted ac vity are required to wear properly fastened ASTM/SEI approved protec ve headgear. Helmet use is required when mounted. This policy extends to 4‐H volunteers when they’re working with youth in a 4‐H volunteer role during mounted ac vi es.

County Horse Show Requirements:

Horse ID’s due to the Extension Office by May 15, 2019

A copy of a nega ve Coggins test dated a er Jan. 1, 2019 is required. A copy of this test result must be submi ed to the Extension Office prior to bringing your horse to any 4‐H event. This applies to all show par cipants.

Each rider (with the excep on of Cloverbuds & Beginners) must have 10 par cipa on points to be eligible for special awards like high point. See the County Horse Project Guidelines for more info.

All horse riders are encouraged to assist with fundraisers to par cipate at the County 4‐H Horse Shows. Each family is asked to find award sponsorships worth a total of $50 or contribute that amount to 4‐H Horse prior to the Fair.

HORSE TRAINING PROGAM Thursday

Horse Training – Step 1 Horse Training – Step 4

Horse Training – Step 2 Horse Training – Step 5

Horse Training – Step 3 Horse Training – Step 6 Qualifying Event

Requirements:

To par cipate in horse training, exhibitor must bring Horse Training Program Record, 4‐H‐FO‐3840 (pink), indica ng that the step entered in has been completed and authorized by a Leader. You may only exhibit in one step per year.

For Horse Training Qualifying Event, member must bring Horse Training Program Record indica ng steps 1‐5 have been completed and authorized by a leader. Premium awarded only to those who sa sfactorily meet the qualifica on.

CLOVERBUD CLASSES

Cloverbud Showmanship at Halter

Cloverbud Western Pleasure (Lead‐line class)

Cloverbud Barrels (Lead‐line class)

NOVICE CLASSES Novice is a person new to showing, or a person who has not received a blue ribbon in a 4‐H horse show before this show season (as of Jan. 1 2019). The blue ribbon applies to the rider not the horse. Novice class par cipants cannot par cipate in Western or English Bridle Path, Pony or Jumping Figure 8 classes. Points earned by placing in a novice class do accumulate towards a High Point Award. Novices cannot qualify for the State Horse Show.

Showmanship at Halter Pole Weaving

Barrel Race Trail

Key Race English Equita on

Western Horsemanship English Pleasure

Western Pleasure

JUNIOR CLASSES

Junior is any 4‐H member who has completed grade 4‐8 and who is not a novice.


Barrel Race Jumping Figure 8

Key Race Trail

Western Horsemanship English Equita on

Western Pleasure* English Bridle Path Pleasure**

English Pleasure** Western Bridle Path Pleasure*

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HORSE

STATE FAIR QUALIFYING HORSE SHOW Show on Thursday

All riders must par cipate in Showmanship at Halter. Showmanship classes are offered each day. Sign up for a showmanship class at the first show you a end. You must enter one for each horse you’re showing.

4‐H horse show par cipants who have submi ed all their paperwork on me will be eligible to receive high point awards. A high point award will be given for each division: Junior, Senior and Novice. Point totals for awards are accumulated at the State Qualifying Horse Show.

Remember the records policy: Horse project records must be turned in by the start of the State Qualifying Show to be eligible for high point awards and the Good Sport award which the youth will vote on during the Fair. Records can be submi ed prior to the Fair or at a 4‐Her’s first Fair event.

Addi onal 4‐H Horse Project info can be found here: z.umn.edu/4HHorseProject


SENIOR CLASSES Senior is any 4‐H member who has completed grade 9+ and who is not a novice.


Barrel Race Jumping Figure 8

Key Race Trail

Western Horsemanship English Equita on

Western Pleasure* English Bridle Path Pleasure**

English Pleasure** Western Bridle Path Pleasure*

4‐H members registering for Junior or Senior classes cannot register for any Novice classes.

Bridle Path classes are for horse breeds that naturally have a higher head carriage and different “way of going” from the stock horse breeds. These include Arabians, Morgans, and gaited breeds such as Tennessee Walkers, etc. Enter the one pleasure class that is appropriate for your mount.

*Enter either Western Pleasure or Western Bridle Path Pleasure, not both.

**Enter either English Pleasure or English Bridle Path Pleasure, not both.

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Cloverbuds can now par cipate in three Horse classes on Thursday and three games and the Costume

Contest on Friday. Cloverbuds can also bring Sta c projects to the Fair and par cipate in Livestock shows,

Performing Arts, Food Review, Fashion Revue, and Demonstra on. See pages 11‐12 for more details.

HORSELESS HORSE

Showmanship at Halter – Member must use another member’s horse for this event. To be judged at the County Fair horse show on Thursday.

Horseless Horse Educa onal Display (judged on Entry Day)

HH Record Conference Judging (judged on Entry Day, *NSFE)

Requirements:

Must be enrolled in Horseless Horse to exhibit in this division.

Exhibits may be a model, poster, scrapbook, essay, and/or ar cle which shows or explains something the 4‐H member has made, done, or learned.

Educa on displays are conference judged with the exhibitor present.

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COUNTY FAIR HORSE FUN SHOW Show on Friday

COSTUME CLASS

Cloverbud Costume Contest (Lead‐line class) Youth and horses dress up in a costume of their crea on.

Costume Class (Novice, Junior, Senior)

JUNIOR GAMES

Junior is any 4‐H member who has completed grade 4‐8.

Water Glass/Sucker & Spoon Pennant Race

Streakin’ Poles Cherry on Top

Potato Race Grain Race

Pony Express/Noodle Race Magazine Race

SENIOR GAMES

Senior is any 4‐H member who has completed grade 9+.





CLOVERBUD GAMES

Cloverbud is a youth in grad K‐2.

Water Glass/Sucker & Spoon Cherry on Top

Pony Express/Noodle Race

EDUCATIONAL DISPLAY & RECORDS

Horse Educa onal Display (judged on Entry Day)

Horse Record Conference Judging (judged on Entry Day, *NSFE)

Requirements:

Must be enrolled in the Horse project to exhibit in this division.

Exhibit may be a model, poster, scrapbook, essay, etc. Exhibit should show or explain something the 4‐H’er has made, done, or learned in the project.

Exhibits are conference judged with the exhibitor present.

OTHER HORSE

NOVICE GAMES

Novice is a youth new to showing or who has not received a blue ribbon in a 4‐H horse show before this show season (as of Jan. 1 2019).





Halter Pass/Fail

The Halter Pass/Fail is a required class if a 4‐H’er is riding a horse that has not been shown at the County Fair as of yet. The class is intended for a rider to demonstrate proper control of their horse in the arena prior to the show start.

MUSIC IN MOTION

“Beginner”, “Intermediate” and “Advanced” refer to the level of difficulty expected in each class for Music in Mo on. Instruc ons for music in mo on classes will be mailed to those that sign up. Once you receive these instruc ons, you may switch to a different skill level by simply contac ng the 4‐H Program Coordinator prior to the show.

Music in Mo on Novice

Music in Mo on Intermediate

Music in Mo on Advanced

Novice Music in Mo on Pairs

Intermediate Music in Mo on Pairs

Advanced Music in Mo on Pairs

Music in Mo on Mul ple Riders

Documents

July 9-14, 2019 Proctor-Duluth - Extension · 4‐H exhibits at the South St. Louis County Fair. To be eligible for State Fair trips and grand and reserve ribbon awards, the 4‐H