Lyon County Fair. 4-H Premium Book 2017

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1 Lyon County Fair 4-H Premium Book 2017

2 University of Minnesota Extension Lyon County 500 Fairgrounds Road, Marshall, MN (507) Dear 4-H Families, When we build we start with the foundation. What we know as 4-H today got its start in the late 1800s. At the same time reform movements swept across urban industrial centers people in rural areas began to address their own needs on a local level. Originally in Minnesota what we now recognize as 4-H today started as corn clubs for farm boys and girls. As the needs of communities changed 4-H was able to adapt and meet the unique challenges faced. The cornerstones that served as the foundation more than a 100 years ago for positive youth development will again be showcased at the Lyon County Fair and it is exciting! 4-H began with and continues to build on the foundational premise that kids Learn by Doing. This idea has withstood the test of time and the Lyon County Fair is a chance for our youth to showcase their learning and talents. Not all participants will walk away with a trophy or grand champion ribbon, but all will be winners because they showed dedication to their projects and the desire to attain valuable knowledge through experiential learning. Another cornerstone of Minnesota 4-H that continues today is the role of adults in the learning process. The engaging Youth-Adult partnerships fostered through 4-H lead to intentional relationships that help build stronger families and communities. Without the important work of caring adults across Lyon County the opportunities our kids enjoy as a part of 4-H would not be as dynamic or meaningful. Indeed it is about the kids but take a moment to reflect on your own contributions to the lives of the next generation of Lyon County adults. Finally, another piece of the foundation the 4-H pioneers gave us so long ago was the idea that 4-H is a public investment and thus its dividend yields public value. Our clubs engage in many community service projects throughout the year and 4-H provides public value in many ways. However, please keep in mind that while at the fair each of us has a unique opportunity to touch the life of a fellow community member. Remember you are the expert in your project area so take the chance to inform and educate others about what you learned. Our pledge isn t merely recited; it is lived! Please let us know if you have any questions. See you at the 114 th Annual Lyon County Fair, August 9 th -August 13 th, 2017! In Service, Sam Jens Lyon County 4-H Program Coordinator

3 TABLE OF CONTENTS 4-H EXHIBIT RULES County Fair Eligibility...3 State Fair or State Show Eligibility...3 Project Requirements...3 Exhibit Requirements...4 General Exhibit Entry & Judging...4 Livestock Entry & Weigh-In...4 Exhibit/Livestock Release...4 Fair Schedule... 5 Cloverbud Policies...6 Special Awards...7 Insurance...8 Grievance Policy... 8 Procedure for Entering Club Projects...8 Fair Clean-Up Schedule...8 Food Stand Guidelines....8 Livestock Show Guidelines....9 Livestock Health Requirements Livestock Ribbon Auction Animal Ownership Requirements LQA&E Training Certification Herdsmanship Showmanship Premier Showmanship Code of Conduct...11 Premium Schedule...11 Deadline, Consequences & Exemptions...12 CLUB ACTIVITIES Club Banner, Booth, Scrapbook...13 Club Flower Box, Club Community Pride...13 DEMONSTRATIONS Demonstrations...13 Livestock Demonstrations...13 Illustrated Presentations...13 Youth in Action Demonstrations GENERAL 4-H PROJECTS 4-H Adventures...14 Aerospace...14 Bicycle...14 Cat...14 Child & Family Developments...14 Citizenship...14 Clothing & Textiles...15 Cloverbuds...15 Clowning...16 Computer...16 Consumer Education...16 Crafts...16 Fine Arts...16 Crop Sciences...16 Small Grains & Legumes...17 Dog Electric...17 Aquatics Robotics...17 Engineering Design...17 Robotics...17 Rube Goldberg Challenge...18 Entomology...18 Exploring Animals...18 Exploring the Environment...19 Fishing Sports...19 Flower Gardening...19 Food & Nutrition...19 Food Preservation...19 Food Review...20 Forest Resources...20 Fruit...20 Geology...20 Geospatial...21 Global Connections...21 Health...21 Home Environment...21 Indoor Gardening...21 Lawn & Landscape Design...21 Needle Arts H Open Class...22 Pets...22 Photography...22 Plant & Soil Science...23 Potatoes...23 Quilting...24 Safety...24 Self-Determined...24 Shooting Sports/Wildlife Management...24 Shop...24 Small Engines...24 Tractor...24 Vegetable Gardening...25 Veterinary Science...25 Video/Filmmaking...25 Water/Wetlands...26 Wildlife Biology...26 Youth Leadership...26 ANIMAL SCIENCE PROJECTS Beef...26 Dairy & Dairy Goat...27 Meat Goat...28 Dog...28 Horse...29 Lama...30 Poultry...30 Rabbits...31 Sheep...31 Swine...32 Science of Animals Educational Exhibits...32

4 COUNTY FAIR ELIGIBILITY 1. To exhibit in a particular lot, the 4-H member must be enrolled in that project. The deadline to drop/add projects is June 28, All fair registrations must be entered into FairEntry.com ( by 11:59 p.m. on June 28 th or projects are ineligible for Ribbon Auction, Champion/Reserve Champion placings, and State Fair trips. 3. LIVESTOCK ID DEADLINES: In order for a 4-H member to be able to exhibit at the Lyon County Fair without penalty (loss of State Fair Trip, Champion/Reserve Champion placings), 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 tattoo. Animal ID data must be submitted online, arrive in the Extension office, or be postmarked no later than May 15 (with the exception of Market Beef & Dairy Steers due Feb. 15). STATE FAIR OR STATE SHOW ELIGIBILITY 1. 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 exemptions). 2. Members selected to represent the county at State Fair and State Horse Show must have completed sixth grade. 3. To be eligible for a livestock trip to the State Fair, 4-H'ers must have completed Livestock Quality Assurance & Ethics Training (LQA&E). State Policy: All youth participating 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 and Ethics workshop. Certification is good for three fair seasons. The level of training required is determined by the grade of the youth at the time the training takes place. 4. Along with their qualifying state fair exhibit trip(s), 4-H members may participate in activities such as Share the Fun, demonstrations, Arts-In, cooking events, animal science educational exhibits or judging teams. 5. Competitive events, deadlines, consequences and exemption options Every Minnesota 4-H member is eligible for a one-time member exemption. This exemption provides the ability (one-time in a 4-H member s career) for the 4-H member to acknowledge they missed a 4-H deadline related to enrollment or comptetitve event participation and waive the consequences for the named deadline. 6. Distribution 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 pariticipate in a livestock experience at the Minnesota State Fair, staff and volunteers are asked to follow the outlined process for the distribution of unused livestock quota trips. 7. A State Fair meeting will be held in the Livestock Arena at 3:30 PM on Sunday, August 13, 2017, for general, livestock, horse, and dog exhibitors. A parent must attend the meeting. (State Fair paperwork & checks are due at this meeting.) PROJECT REQUIREMENTS 1. All exhibits in the 4-H Building are to have been the work of the individual exhibitor during the current 4-H year. 2. Any exhibit that has been determined as too valuable to remain on display for the duration of the County Fair will be judged and released. A binder, display, or poster must be left for display. 3. No live animals, insects, etc. will be allowed for display in the 4-H Building. Special arrangements can be made for judging. 4. When articles chosen for the State Fair are too large to be transported conveniently by car, it will be the responsibility of the exhibitor to arrange for such transportation. (e.g. Home Environment, Shop, etc.) 5. Showmanship is required for all livestock exhibitors. 3

5 EXHIBIT REQUIREMENTS 1. Meeting exhibition requirements of the local County Fair Board/Agricultural Association and the 4-H Youth Development Program from 4-H exhibit entry day through release time: If exhibition requirements are not met (and permission is not granted by Sam), youth will not be eligible for all show related premiums, awards, and participation in the state event. (Auction county decision.) Approved early release is an exception to the rule and becomes a 4-H staff and fair board decision based on each situation. 2. 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. 3. Poster exhibits may not exceed 22 wide x 28 high. They may be smaller. 4. Education/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 left wings each 12" wide x 36" high.) All exhibits will be evaluated by a conference with the judge. Project judging criteria: Exhibit quality...25% Educational value %... Knowledge and ability to explain...50% Decision of the judge is final and may not be appealed. 5. Floor Space for any exhibit should not exceed 20 square feet. If your exhibit exceeds this space limitation, contact the Extension office. 6. All exhibits must be labeled with name, club, and county. Other appropriate information for the project (i.e., vegetable varieties) should be included. If the exhibit has multiple pieces, each part needs to be labeled and should indicate 1 of 4, 2 of 4, etc. GENERAL EXHIBIT ENTRY & JUDGING 1. When entering the 4-H Building on Monday, August 7, H ers must register at the registration desk and pick up their exhibit cards before being conference judged. All entrants must be registered in the 4-H Building by 4:30 pm. Please try to follow the judging schedule for your club: Pre-Fair Judging - Monday, August 7, :30 PM -- 6:00 PM Judges Assistants & Clerks 2:00 PM -- 3:00 PM Tracy, Sharpshooters, Swan Lake 3:00 PM -- 4:00 PM Amiret, Nordland 4:00 PM -- 5:00 PM Westerheim, Stanley 5:00 PM -- 5:45 PM Lake Marshall, Coon Creek Please come during your assigned time in order to avoid waiting lines H ers are allowed to enter as many items per lot # in non-livestock exhibits as they would like. Livestock exhibits each have different requirements. The requirements are listed under each livestock heading in the premium book. LIVESTOCK ENTRY & WEIGH-IN 1. Livestock Entry will be held Wednesday, August 9, 2017 from 4 pm - 6 pm. 2. Swine will be unloaded and immediately placed installs. EXHIBIT & LIVESTOCK RELEASE 1. All exhibits will remain in place until 6:00 pm on Sunday, August 13, Any exhibit removed early from the fair will result in the following: Exhibits will lose their premium 4

6 Wednesday, July 26 8:30 am Clothing & Fashion Review Judging 7:00 pm Fashion Review Thursday, August 3 4:00 pm Food Review 5:00 pm Demonstrations 2017 FAIR SCHEDULE Saturday, August 5 9:00 am Dog Obedience, Showmanship & Agility Sunday, August pm Pre-Fair Clean Up (Coon Creek, Lake Marshall, Stanley, Swan Lake, Tracy) 2 5 pm Fair Booth Prep. Time Monday, August pm Fair Booth Prep. Time 2 6 pm General Project Judging Tuesday, August 8 8:00 am Horse Show 4:00 pm Llama Show 5:30 pm Cloverbud Rabbit/Rabbit Show Wednesday, August 9 4:00 pm Pet Show 4 6 pm Livestock Entry & Weigh-Ins 5:00 pm All animals to be stalled by Thursday, August 10 8:00 am Beef Show/Cloverbud Beef Show 12:00 pm Cloverbud Poultry/Poultry Show 3:30 pm Cloverbud Goat/Market Goat Show 6:30 pm Fleece/Cloverbud Sheep/Lamb Lead/Sheep Show Friday, August 11 8:00 am Cloverbud Swine/Swine Show 1:00 pm Cloverbud Dairy/Dairy Show 5:00 pm Dairy Goat Show Saturday, August 12 9:00 am Livestock Demonstrations 10:00 am Livestock Ribbon Auction Meeting (MANDATORY IF PARTICIPATING) 12:00 pm Small Animal Premier Showmanship 1:00 pm Large Animal Premier Showmanship 2:30 pm General Exhibit Photos 3:30 pm Livestock Photos 5:00 pm Claim State Fair Trips 6:00 pm CHS Pizza Party/Ribbon Auction Set-Up Sunday, August 13 11:00 am Hospitality Tent Open 12:00 pm Livestock Ribbon Auction 3:30 pm State Fair Meeting 6:00 pm Exhibit Release Monday, August 14 9:00 am Post-Fair Clean Up (Amiret, Nordland, Sharpshooters, Westerheim) 5

7 CLOVERBUD POLICIES PURPOSE The purpose of the University of Minnesota Extension 4-H Cloverbud Program is to support the positive development of children as they explore their world, discover the possibilities, build self-esteem, and practice the basic social skills which will be the basis for a future where they will become competent, caring, contributing citizens. CLOVERBUD MEMBERS The University of Minnesota Extension 4-H Cloverbud Program is designed specifically for youth in grades Kindergarten through second grade (K-2). Youth must be enrolled in Kindergarten and at least 5 years of age as of September 1 of the current year to enroll as a Cloverbud. CLOVERBUD PROGRAMMING Programs may be delivered in several different ways including: Day camps After-school programs Activities hosted by a 4-H community club but not operated as a club Club, group, or program specifically for Cloverbuds County fair special activities Cloverbud programs are developmentally age appropriate with the following characteristics: Fun, positive, activity centered Focused on life skills development through the five components of the experimental learning cycle (experience, share, process, generalize, and apply) Non-competitive, incorporating cooperative learning Safe for children and designed to manage risk Cloverbud programs emphasize cooperative rather than competitive experiences. Children are encouraged to develop social skills through cooperative experiences with their peers. They also are allowed the freedom of not having undue emphasis placed on the product of their efforts. This is a time to experiment with the new skills and experiences, not to strive for perfection. Children in K-2 grades and age range have only begun to deal with the concept of being less than the best. Therefore, it is not appropriate for children in K-2 to participate in competitive situations. However, it is very appropriate for a child to participate in noncompetitive 4-H activities and to be recognized for their participation. RULES FOR CLOVERBUD PARTICIPATION For the safety of K-2 participants, the following rules apply to cloverbud experiences. Parents/guardians/mentors are responsible for ensuring their cloverbud understands and follows the rules. Extension 4-H staff members and designated volunteer(s) are positioned to intervene when rules are not followed and/or if safety becomes a concern for another reason. Definitions used in outlining the rules are noted at the end of the document. A. When using equipment that is potentially dangerous, a responsible person 1 will be with the cloverbud at all times 2 guiding and monitoring their involvement. Examples of potentially dangerous equipment include sewing machines and power tools. B. Cloverbuds may only participate in wildlife educational opportunities of the 4-H Shooting Sports/Wildlife program. Cloverbuds may not handle any equipment, including fire arms and archery equipment. C. Cloverbuds must wear appropriate safety helmetes when riding horse or bicycles. 6

8 D. When cloverbuds and animals (including beef, cats, dairy, goats, horse, lama, pets, poultry, rabbit, swine and sheep) are together at a 4-H program or participating at the county fair as a 4-H member, the following rules apply: The responsible person 1 must be in control 3 of the animal at all times 2 and never turn the control over to the cloverbud. It is the expectation that the responsible person 1 will be in control 3 of the animal at all times of the 4-H experience including but not limited to all of the following situations: to and from the trailer, to and from the wash rack, to and from the barns, in the barns, in the stall, to and from the show arena and in the show arena. It is not acceptable to use more than one lead rope or halter with any animal as this turns at least some control over to the cloverbud. During judging, the cloverbud should walk next to the parent/responsible person 1, available to learn from the project leader and/or to dialog with the evaluator/judge. Cloverbuds may safely interact with their animal through participation in a limited number of noncompetitive classes at 4-H sponsored practice sessions/clinics, fun shows and county fairs. The purpose is to provide youth an opportunity to experience being in the ring with a judge present and to feel the pride that comes with this experience. Appropriate participation is described as follows: Cloverbuds may participate with beef, dairy, dog, goats, pets, poultry, rabbits, and swine in a Cloverbud Showmanship Class. Cloverbuds may participate with a sheep in one of two classes: Cloverbud Showmanship or Cloverbud Lamb Lead. Cloverbuds may participate with a lama in one of two classes: Cloverbud costume or Cloverbud Showmanship. Cloverbuds may participate with a horse in three classes: Cloverbud Halter/Showmanship, Cloverbud Western Pleasure or Cloverbud Barrels. If the horse is used in a riding setting, the Cloverbud may sit on the back of the horse with a responsible person 1 in control 3 of the horse at all times 2. Helmets are required for the Cloverbud in any riding setting. DEFINITIONS USED IN OUTLINING THE RULES 1 A responsible person is defined as a screened adult volunteer, youth leader 6th grade and older, parent or other adult who may appropriately assist with the group. 2 At all times includes but is not limited to the following: during all portions of project workshops, club events, club meetings, public showcases which includes county fairs, demonstrations, or a community event where youth are representing 4-H with an animal. 3 Control means assuming responsibility for handling and/or leading the animal. It is the responsibility of the parent/responsible adult to control the animal at all times. SPECIAL AWARDS 1. All 4-H exhibits will be awarded a purple, blue, red, or white ribbon according to judging conference and/or quality of work. Prize money has been set aside as premiums for these placings. Premium checks will be available following the County Fair. ANY 4-H ER NOT REGISTERED FOR THE FAIR BY JUNE 28, 2017 WILL NOT BE ELIGIBLE FOR THE RIBBON AUCTION, WILL NOT BE ELIGIBLE FOR THE STATE FAIR/STATE ADVANCEMENT, AND WILL NOT RECEIVE A GRAND/RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION PLACING 2. Asterisk (*) indicates that a State Fair exhibit may be selected from that lot if age requirements are met. 4-H members must have completed 6 th grade to exhibit at the State Fair. When events include Intermediate/Senior divisions, the grade/age guidelines are as follows: Intermediate contestants have completed 6 th 8 th grades. Senior contestants have completed 9 th grade through 1 year past high school H ers must decide if they are going to take a state fair trip (and which one if they are eligible in more than one project) and mark the State Fair Trip Charts yes or no by 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 12 th. 4-H ers taking a state trip that work a Food Stand shift will receive a county scholarship towards State Fair costs. 7

9 INSURANCE Every 4-H er enrolled in Lyon County 4-H by January 1 st is covered by a small insurance policy that covers each enrolled 4-H er. The maximum benefits are as follows: $1,500 for medical and hospital expenses resulting from injuries, $2,500 for loss of life, and $100 dental expense due to injury of sound natural teeth. Please keep in mind this insurance is only intended to supplement primary insurance coverage by 4-H ers and their families. GRIEVANCE POLICY Lyon County 4-H follows the Minnesota State Fair grievance policy. If a 4-H er or family member feels that there is a legitimate concern over an issue pertaining to the Lyon County Fair, they may submit a formal grievance. The plaintiff must fill out a grievance form (available at the Lyon County Extension Office) and submit along with $100. The proper channels of accountability will be followed. At the end of the grievance action period a decision will be made as to whether or not the claim could be resolved. If the claim was legitimate and was resolved, the $100 fee will be returned to the plaintiff. If the claim was not warranted as credible, Lyon County 4-H would keep the $100 submitted with the grievance form. PROCEDURE FOR ENTERING CLUB PROJECTS Club leaders will receive a club registration form for the Lyon County Fair. It must be completed with the appropriate class numbers and returned to the Lyon County Extension Office by 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, June 28 th to receive a premium or State Fair trip. Schedule for Working on Club Booths Sunday, August 6 th : 2 5 pm Monday, August 7 th : 9 am 1 pm FAIR CLEAN-UP SCHEDULE Each club is assigned to either pre-fair or post-fair clean-up at the 4-H Building and 4-H Foodstand. It is crucial that at least 8 youth 4-H members and 4 adults from each club show up with cleaning supplies such as buckets, rags, cleaning solution, paper towels, and brushes. The schedules are as follows: Sunday, August 6 Coon Creek, Lake Marshall, Stanley, Swan Lake, Tracy 1 4 pm: Pre-Fair Food Stand, Arena, and Exhibit Building Clean-Up/Set-Up Monday, August 14 Amiret, Nordland, Sharpshooters, Westerheim 9 am: Post-Fair Food Stand, Arena, and Exhibit Building Clean-Up FOOD STAND GUIDELINES The 4-H Food Stand is a fundraiser for Lyon County 4-H s. Here are a few guidelines while working: We are serving the public be friendly and smile Don t keep customers waiting All hair must be under a cap or net, long hair must be tied back Wear a 4-H t-shirt if you have one No tank tops, bare feet, or flip flop shoes Don t leave your workstation until replacements arrive Must arrive 15 minutes before shift One high school youth (Grades 11-13) will qualify as an adult worker for each shift and each club! *** NO YOUTH can be at the cash register!!!*** 8

10 LIVESTOCK SHOW GUIDELINES 1. 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 tattoo. Animal ID data must be submitted online, arrive in the Extension office, or be postmarked no later than May 15 (with the exception of Market Beef due Feb. 15). 2. All animals exhibited must be owned solely by the member, member s family or leased by agreement. The family includes the 4-Hers s parents or guardians and siblings living together as a family unit. The definition of family includes an extended family where the animals may be owned by grandparents with the 4-Her s parents actively 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 name and/or the exhibitor's family name Hers exhibiting livestock at the County Fair are responsible for the care and feeding of animals they exhibit. 4. All livestock exhibits, including showmanship, must be pre-registered. Members in animal projects may exhibit one animal per class, unless stated otherwise. 5. All 4-Hers exhibiting livestock at the fair are eligible to participate in showmanship. 4-H'ers must show their own animals. 6. All grooming of livestock, including clipping, trimming and blocking (all species) must be clearly done by the exhibitor, members of the immediate family or any other registered Minnesota 4-H member. Immediate family members are defined as being parents, step parents, legal guardians, grandparents, brothers or sisters. The 4-Her exhibiting the animal should be present and involved in the fitting process at the fair. 7. To show in the registered breed classes, animals must meet the registration requirements for that breed and registration papers must be available. Animals without proper registration papers (crossbreeds and grades) must be shown as commercial. 8. All animal health regulations will be in effect as stipulated by the Minnesota Board of Animal Health and the County Agricultural Society. LIVESTOCK JUDGING 4-H members who have a conflict with the livestock qualifying show in their county of membership may utilize the following options 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 exhibition of livestock with benefit of ability for advancement to state competition. Do a livestock demonstration (including the live animal) with the intent to be awarded a trip through the demonstration selection process. Animal used in the demonstration 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 identified prior to ID deadline for that species. Do a recorded (video) version of a livestock demonstration (including the live animal) with the intent to be awarded a trip through the demonstration selection process. Animal used in the demonstration 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. LIVESTOCK HEALTH REQUIREMENTS All animal health regulations will be in effect as stipulated by the MN Board of Animal Health and the county fair board. Livestock or poultry known by the exhibitor to have an infectious communicable disease or to have been exposed to an infectious, communicable disease, or to be from a quarantined herd or flock may not be entered in an exhibition. Warts and ringworm are considered communicable diseases. Therefore, livestock affected by these diseases cannot be exhibited. A statement from a veterinarian that an animal is being treated for these diseases is not acceptable. All livestock will be inspected by the official veterinarian on the opening day of the exhibition and daily during the exhibition. The official vet will order the immediate removal to a quarantine facility or removal from the exhibition premises of any livestock with symptoms of infectious or communicable diseases. Cattle with warts, ringworm, or scabies, infectious, contagious diseases are not eligible for exhibition. Livestock with warts or ringworm will be sent home immediately. 9

11 Dairy Steers selected for the State Fair must be mouthed for age to be sure of eligibility. Swine originating from MN will not require a psuedorabies test prior to the fair unless there is an outbreak in the area. Dairy Goats & Goats will be examined on entry day by the official vet. No health certification required. Sheep are examined on the day of entry by the official vet. No health certificate is required. Scrapies are a concern in the sheep industry. Breeding ewes (any age), market ewe lambs, and breeding goats need to be tagged. These official scrapies tags are in addition to the MN 4-H ID tag, also required. All animals that have crossed the state lines must have a USDA scrapie tag. Horses will be examined the day of entry by the official vet. You must have a current Coggins Test (within the last 12 months) and submit papers on entry day. Those who do not comply will be sent home immediately. Rabbits are inspected by show superintendents on entry day. Absolutely no rabbits showing evidence of a communicable disease will be accepted. No health certificate is required. Dogs & Cats that are over six months of age must be accompanied by a certificate of rabies vaccination issued by a licensed veterinarian. (1) Modified live virus vaccines, (2) Trimune, Biorab-3, Rabguard-TC, Trirab, and Deta-Rab, Imrab and Rabvac-3 accepted for 36 months. (3) Other inactivated vaccines accepted for 12 months. Llamas have no special health requirements, health certificates, or health papers for llamas. However, unhealthy animals will not be allowed to show and will be sent home. LIVESTOCK RIBBON AUCTION 1. All fair registrations must be entered into fairentry.com ( by 11:59pm on June 28 th to participate in the Ribbon Auction, be eligible for Champion/Reserve Champion placings, State Fair or State Trip Advancement 2. In order for a 4-H member to be able to participate in the Ribbon Auction, Market Beef & Dairy Streer identifications were to be entered into 4hOnline by February 15 and all other livestock identifications are/were to be entered in by May 15 th. 4. Participants may auction ONE ribbon for ONE animal per fair. 4-H er must take top ribbon placing animal. 5. Small beef may only participate if it is the only specie entered at the fair. A mandatory meeting will be held in the livestock arena on Saturday, August 12 th at 10:00 am for the 4-H member wishing to participate in the Livestock Ribbon Auction. A parent must be in attendance and paperwork must be completed prior to the meeting. ANIMAL OWNERSHIP REQUIREMENTS 1. All animals exhibited must be owned soley by the member, member s family, or leased by agreement. The family includes the 4-Her s parents or guardians and siblings living together as a family unit. The definition of family includes an extended family where the animals may be owned by grandparents with the 4-Her s parents actively 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 name and/or the exhibitor s family name. 2. Records for the project animals shall be continuous from the time the animal is born or acquired to the time the animal is shown H livestock shown at the Lyon County Fair shall not be shown in another county 4-H show. LIVESTOCK QUALITY ASSURANCE AND ETHICS TRAINING CERTIFCATION (LQA&E) Any 4-H er that qualifies for a State Fair trip must have a current Livestock Quality Assurance and Ethics (LQA&E) Training Certification Level I or Level II to be eligible to show at the State Fair. A copy of the 4-Her s LQA&E Certificate of Completion must be on file in the Lyon County Extension Office by August 7, Certification is good for three Fair Seasons from the date of certification. 10

12 HERDSMANSHIP Each club will compete in the herdsmanship contest with beef, dairy, goats, poultry, rabbits, sheep, swine, llama, and horse exhibits included in the judging. Herdsmanship consists of cleanliness of stalls, alleys, pen arrangement of exhibit and cleanliness, and appearance of animal. The herdsmanship rules are adopted from the MN State Fair guidelines. SHOWMANSHIP All Lyon County livestock exhibitors are required to register for showmanship. PREMIER SHOWMANSHIP The Senior Showmanship Champion & Reserve Champion in each species can participate in Large & Small Animal Showmanship held on the Saturday afternoon of the fair. Large Animal includes beef, dairy, sheep, swine, and goat. Small Animal includes rabbits and poultry. Alternates will be chosen by the judge as a 4-H er can only be named as a Premier Showman once during their 4-H career. CODE OF CONDUCT All 4-H ers and their parents sign an Authorization Sheet when enrolling for 4-H. The Code of Conduct states that the 4- H er and parent have read, discussed, accept, and will abide by the full MN 4-H Code of Conduct ( It also states that infraction of the Code may cause loss of privileges during the event; participation in the event or future events (including camps, state fair, or exchange trips) to be terminated; forfeiture of awards; or possible termination from membership of the 4-H program. Premium Schedule Project Area Blue Red White Beef, Sheep, Swine $8.00 $5.00 $3.00 Cat, Dog, Pets $1.50 $1.00 $0.75 Cloverbud Participation $1.00 Club Projects $7.00 $5.00 $3.00 Dairy, Dairy Goat & Goat $8.00 $5.00 $3.00 Dairy Production $8.00 $5.00 $3.00 Demonstrations $4.00 $3.00 $2.00 Exploring Animals $1.50 $1.00 $0.75 Expressive Arts $1.50 $1.00 $0.75 Family & Consumer Science $1.50 $1.00 $0.75 Horse, Dog, Llama $3.00 $2.50 $1.50 Mechanical Sciences $1.50 $1.00 $0.75 Natural Sciences $1.50 $1.00 $0.75 Personal Growth & Development $1.50 $1.00 $0.75 Plant & Soil Sciences $1.50 $1.00 $0.75 Rabbits & Poultry $2.00 $1.50 $1.00 Small Beef Calf $2.00 $2.00 $2.00 Small Dairy Heifer Calf $2.00 $2.00 $

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14 CLUB ACTIVITIES CLUB BANNER T 1 1 Club Banner Two banners will be selected for State Fair exhibit. Requirement: 1. Banner must be 3 x 5 and designed to hang vertically. 2. It must be completed and equipped with a dowel (minimum size 3 8 ) and ready to hang. 3. Banner must be of fabric (no paper) and can be one or twosided. 4. Club name on 3x5 card pinned to back. (Any assembly technique can be used) COMMUNITY PRIDE Club T 1 2 Club Booth Requirement: 1. The exhibit may include a three-sided display, video, or other visual method which visually highlights the entire project or certain parts in a manner which tells the public what positive effects the project had on the community. 2. Two club youth who participated in the project may represent the club in conference judging. Note again in 2017, Community Pride participants at State Fair may exhibit another individual project. CLUB BOOTH T 1 3 Club Booth Requirement: The booth should depict an area of work or program of current emphasis. Approximate dimensions: L 4.5 x W 5 x H 10 CLUB SCRAPBOOK T 1 4 Club Scrapbook Requirement: Show and explain your club activities and participation in community and county events. CLUB PROJECT T 1 5 Conservation T 1 6 Flower Box T 1 7 Flower Box 2 - Flower box must be built by Lyon County 4-H members/leaders - The box is to be constructed of wood, using either 2 x12 plank or 1 x12 plank. - Dimensions should be 36 long, 11.5 deep & 12 high. - 4-H emblem and club name should be easily read. - Handles may be added to the box so it may be easily lifted. - Judging will be on the flowers and their arrangement more so than on the box. Flower Box 2 - Flower box must be built by Lyon County 4-H members/leaders - No bigger than 3 x 3 x 3 - Judging will be on overall clarity of projects PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS DEMONSTRATIONS K 1 1 Grades 9+ - Individual K 1 2 Grades 9+ - Team K 1 3 Grades Individual K 1 4 Grades Team K 1 5 Grades Individual K 1 6 Grades 3-5 Team K 1 7 Cloverbuds Individual K 1 8 Cloverbuds Team **Demonstrations will be judged on Thursday, August 3 rd, 2017 at 5:00 pm at St. Stephen Lutheran Church in Marshall. They will not be judged at pre-fair judging. LIVESTOCK DEMONSTRATIONS K 2 1 Grades 9+ - Individual K 2 2 Grades 9+ - Team K 2 3 Grades 6-8 Individual K 2 4 Grades 6-8 Team K 2 5 Grades 3-5 Individual K 2 6 Grades 3-5 Team ILLUSTRATED PRESENTATIONS K 3 1 Grades 9+ - Individual K 3 2 Grades 9+ - Team K 3 3 Grades 6-8 Individual K 3 4 Grades 6-8 Team K Grades 3-5 Individual K 3 6 Grades 3-5 Team YOUTH IN ACTION DEMONSTRATIONS K 4 1 Grades 9+ - Individual K 4 2 Grades 9+ - Team K 4 3 Grades 6-8 Individual K 4 4 Grades 6-8 Team K 4 5 Grades 3-5 Individual K 4 6 Grades 3-5 Team - Demonstration/Illustrated Presentations may be related to any project that the member is enrolled in or to any area of interest or expertise the 4-Her has. Presentations may be an individual or a two-person team. Individual presentations shall not exceed 15 minutes in length and team presentations should not exceed 25 minutes in length. - Demonstrations are an oral presentation that includes actually demonstrating the hands-on steps required to accomplish a task or process. This most often includes the use of physical objects and actual doing or showing. For example, a demonstration could involve using bedding plants, potting soil and related items to demonstrate how to plant a flower pot. At the end of the Demonstration there should be something of a finished product. Demonstrations may also include the use of supporting visuals like posters, charts or overhead transparencies. Supporting visuals can include technology based options like presentation software (i.e. MS PowerPoint). However, the focus of the Demonstration should be on the doing, not the supporting visuals. - Illustrated Presentations are an oral presentation that presents an idea, concept, viewpoint or experience in an educational or 13

15 informative format. For example, an Illustrated Presentation could be a report on leadership lessons learned through a trip to Washington DC or an educational presentation that explores sustainable energy options. Illustrated Presentations most often consist of interaction with supporting visuals like posters, charts or overhead transparencies. Supporting visuals can include technology based options like presentation software (i.e. MS PowerPoint). Supporting visuals may include tangible items, but generally little or no activity takes place with the item. - Youth in Action presentations are interactive, continuous presentations that are approximately minutes in length. Topics selected for a Youth in Action demonstration may be related to a project in which the member is enrolled or to any other area of interest or expertise the member has. Involving that audience in the process is the primary focus of Youth in Action and constitutes a major portion of the evaluation results. - Presentation Software (i.e. MS PowerPoint) may be used for both Demonstrations and Illustrated Talks. If Presentation Software is used in a Demonstration, the presentation software should supplement the Demonstration (hands on demonstrating should still be the basis of the entry). If used for an Illustrated Talk, the presentation software can be the basis for the entire talk; however just step to the side and let the presentation play. (Self-presenting entries created with presentation software should be burned on to a DVD and entered in the Video class). Special NOTE: If presentation software is utilized in either a Demonstration or an Illustrated Talk, the 4-Her 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. GENERAL 4-H PROJECTS 4-H ADVENTURES S Grades 9+ S Grades 6-8 S Grades 3-5 S Grades K-2 - This area is for youth who exhibit work learned through their participation in a 4-H Adventure program. AEROSPACE P Grade 9+ P Grade 6-8 P Grade Flyable models should be ready for flight (do not include fuel); recovery system should be in place and operative. - Members should be familiar with safety codes in 4-H curriculum. - Flyable models built from kit or your own design. - Non-flyable models built from kit or your own design. - Display of other equipment needed for aerospace project. - A rocket launch. BICYCLE P Grade 9+ P Grade 6-8 P Grade Display showing types of bikes, parts of a bike, maintenance, traffic rules, bicycling hazards, how to wear a helmet, equipment used to teach others about bike repair or first aid, etc. - Notebook or picture story of a bike rodeo or other bike event you helped with, or research on some other aspect of bicycling that was presented to a class or service club. CAT P Grade 9+ P Grade 6-8 P Grade Educational exhibits may include models, diagrams or pictures. Members must have a photograph of themselves with their cat shown on a display or poster. CHILD & FAMILY DEVELOPMENT P Grade 9+ P Grade 6-8 P Grade Exhibitors should be prepared to discuss, in conference judging, the age and other characteristics of the child for whom the exhibit is intended and how the exhibit contributes to the child's growth, development, and well-being. - If the exhibit is designed to be interactive with children, the item is to be used with children before exhibiting and a photograph of this activity must accompany the exhibit. Signs of use will not detract from the placing of the exhibit. - Toy, game, puzzle, puppets, art/craft materials, etc., made from new or recycled/throw-away material. - Babysitting kit/travel kit/rainy day kit, including at least one item made by exhibitor. - Original book, story, poem, song, play, cookbook, audio or video file and narrative, activity book, safety manual for children, file about children and/or families. - Scrapbook, photographs, items, reports, video, etc., on family heritage with description of what was learned about self and family. - A creatively developed program and/or item used for or with a person with a special need (gifted, developmentally delayed, physically impaired, etc.). CITIZENSHIP P Grade 9+ P Grade 6-8 P Grade Ring binder, report binder or 3-sided display reporting on community projects and/or citizenship activities which you or your club completed under your leadership. Include plans of action as well as the evaluation of each. 14

16 - A written narrative and/or visual communication presentation of 8 to 10 minutes, using photos, video and/or slides, to show how you worked with others in your community to solve problems. CLOTHING & TEXTILES **Clothing Construction & Fashion Revue Judging will be done on Wednesday, July 26 th at St. Stephen Lutheran Church in Marshall. Fashion Review/Fashion Show will take place that evening at 7:00 pm at St. Stephen Lutheran Church. Reminder: If you wish to participate in Fashion Review, you must sign up. P Clothes You Make - Grades 9+ P Clothes You Make - Grades 6-8 P Clothes You Make - Grades 3-5 P Clothes You Make - Cloverbuds P Clothes You Buy - Grades 9+ P Clothes You Buy - Grades 6-8 P Clothes You Buy - Grades 3-5 P Clothes You Buy - Cloverbuds P Non Garment - Grades 9+ P Non Garment - Grades 6-8 P Non Garment - Grades 3-5 P Non Garment - Cloverbuds P Clothes You Recycle - Grades 9+ P Clothes You Recycle - Grades 6-8 P Clothes You Recycle - Grades 3-5 P Clothes You Recycle - Cloverbuds P Fashion Review Clothes You Make - Grades 9+ P Fashion Review Clothes You Make - Grades 6-8 P Fashion Review Clothes You Make - Grades 3-5 P Fashion Review Clothes You Make - Cloverbuds P Fashion Review Clothes You Buy - Grades 9+ P Fashion Review Clothes You Buy - Grades 6-8 P Fashion Review Clothes You Buy - Grades 3-5 P Fashion Review Clothes You Buy - Cloverbuds P Fashion Review Clothes You Recycle - Grades 9+ P Fashion Review Clothes You Recycle - Grades 6-8 P Fashion Review Clothes You Recycle - Grades 3-5 P Fashion Review Clothes You Recycle - Cloverbuds Clothes or Non Garment You Make - Each garment must include an information tag listing: pattern company name and number, fiber content of fabric and care instructions, member name and club. - Garments may have been worn before showing, but should be cleaned before exhibiting. - Items constructed should be appropriate for skill level and experience of exhibitor. Clothes or Non Garment You Make Exhibit Suggestions: - A project such as a pillow top, tote bag, chef s apron, skirt with elastic waistband, backpack, etc. - A constructed garment made from a pattern. - Creative sewing such as wearable art, costume, or use of techniques such as knitting, cross-stitch, etc, incorporated into garment. - Clothing or textiles display showing a "fact" or "why" related to clothing selection, care. - Garment mended, repaired or recycled, with color photo of original garment and explanation of steps used. Clothes or Non Garment You Buy - The purchased garment or outfit must be accompanied by an 8-1/2"x 11" binder with, at minimum, the following information: a) Color photo of member wearing the garment. Label photo with name, county, and color of complexion, hair and eyes. b) Cost of garment. Explanation of why garment was purchased and examples of ways it will be used in existing wardrobe, and include inventory of wardrobe. - Garments may have been worn before showing but should be cleaned and pressed before exhibiting. Clothes or Non Garment You Buy Exhibit suggestions: - A purchased garment that fits into your wardrobe plan. - A poster showing cost comparisons, wardrobe building, accessorizing, care, etc. Clothes You Recycle -Garment must have been purchased from a second-hand source (Goodwill, Garage sale, hand me-down, etc.) - Garment should be clean and ready to wear for exhibit - Information tag should include purchase price and details on recycled steps. Clothes You Recycle Exhibit Suggestions: - Retro garment updated - Garment changed by embellishments or other constructed method - Garment changed to meet personal needs or style - Garment repaired to be wearable again Fashion Revue Clothes You Make or Buy Requirements - Participants may model any clothing they have constructed, restyled or purchased as a part of their 4-H clothing project. CLOVERBUDS No State Fair trips in this division. Requirement: - Cloverbud members have to have completed Kindergarten or Grades 1-2. J Cloverbuds - Any one item made at home. Some ideas include: 3 cut flowers in a vase, a potted plant, vegetable creature or creation, a nutritious food snack, a simple item you made for your home like a pillow, placemat, etc., rock creature, paper bag puppet, 4 interesting objects of nature, tree leaf collection, display of insects, simple craft item, or anything else you can think of. - Any one item made by the Cloverbud member at a Cloverbud 4- H Club meeting. For specific Cloverbud projects such as Livestock See Animal Science Projects. Same goes for other specific general projects such as Demonstrations, Clothing & Textiles, Fashion Review and Food Review -- see specific project areas for Cloverbud class codes. 15

17 CLOWNING P Grade 9+ P Grade 6-8 P Grade 3-5 Requirement: - At State Fair, if appropriate, clowning exhibitor shall participate in complete character at conference judging. - Homemade prop with written explanation describing how you made it, how you use it, the audience reaction, and any other information you feel is important. Include pictures showing how you use your prop. - Scrapbook, journal or poster of your clowning experiences. Include a written statement about what you have gained from your clowning experiences. - Educational display on a topic. Suggestions include: types of clowns, history of clowning, developing a prop, putting on a face, developing a character and a clown kit (make-up, costume, wig, props, etc.). - Poster on your personal clowning experiences which could include teaching others, leadership skills, interacting with others, etc. - Costume/make-up application including your costume, a written description, and picture of you as the complete character. COMPUTER P Grade 9+ P Grade 6-8 P Grade Computers may be used in judging, but emphasis is on documentation, screen print, and summary. 4-H'ers are responsible for providing and securing any hardware used for judging; hardware may not be left on display. - Reports and written summaries should be bound in a booklet or placed in a folder. - Display showing the parts of a computer and how they work, consumer choices involved when buying a computer, how computer software can be put to use. Include statement of purpose, written plan for use, and examples of use. - Program/software developed by the 4-H member including a statement of objectives, and discussion of program. Program/software be original or adapted by the member from an existing program. CONSUMER EDUCATION P Grade 9+ P Grade 6-8 P Grade Consumer comparison comparing several models of the same item, showing feature, costs, etc., with best item selected and reasons why. CRAFTS - Members enrolled in Creative Arts can exhibit in both Fine Arts and Crafts. Note: P Crafts - Grade 9+ P Crafts - Grade 6-8 P Crafts - Grade Each exhibit will be evaluated on its individual merit as a craft/kit. - Emphasis is on the creative process and the employment of design elements and principles. The craft/kit exhibit develops from someone else s ideas and can be exactly replicated or replicated with modifications. - All art objects must be appropriately finished. Exhibits will be disqualified if not ready for hanging, displaying, etc. (i.e. wire or hooks on paintings, bases for 3 dimensional work, etc.) - For a beginner, choose a project that teaches new techniques. - For advanced, choose a project requiring masterful craftsmanship. - Basket making, tie dying, beading, ceramics, leather tooling, calligraphy, work from kits, etc. FINE ARTS P Fine Arts - Grade 9+ P Fine Arts - Grade 6-8 P Fine Arts - Grade Each exhibit will be evaluated on its individual merit as an original fine art. - Emphasis is on the creative process and the employment of design elements and principles. The fine art exhibit should show proof that it is developed from the 4-Her s own ideas and imagination. - All art objects must be appropriately finished. Exhibits will be disqualified if not ready for hanging, displaying, etc (i.e. wire or hooks on paintings, bases for 3 dimensional work, etc.) - For a beginner, choose a project that teaches new techniques. - For advanced, choose a project requiring mastery. - Original work (no kits) in drawing, painting, sculpture, print process, textiles, pottery, etc CROP SCIENCES CORN P Grade 9+ P Grade 6-8 P Grade Exhibitor should be able to explain his/her choices and the reasons for those choices. - Label comparison showing different types of labels and/or models of same included. - Crop must be grown on your farm in the previous growing season. - Include 3 x 5 index card listing the variety. 16