CALENDAR OF EVENTS 2017

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1 CALENDAR OF EVENTS 2017 BELTRAMI COUNTY FAIR: Wednesday, August 9 to Sunday, August 13 STATE FAIR LIVESTOCK ENCAMPMENT: Wednesday, August 23 to Sunday, August 27 STATE FAIR GENERAL ENCAMPMENT: Sunday, August 27 to Tuesday, August 29 STATE SHOOT: Friday, September 8 to Sunday, September 10 STATE HORSE SHOW: Friday, September 15 to Monday, September 18 NORTHEAST LIVESTOCK SHOW: Saturday, September 16 to Sunday, September 17 STATE DOG SHOW: Saturday, September 23 to Sunday, September 24 BELTRAMI COUNTY 4-H SUPERINTENDENTS: Beef: Linda Binkley or ldabink@paulbunyan.net Beef: John Gilbertson, / Shelly Gilbertson, or gilfam@paulbunyan.net Dairy: Amber Fast, or amber.fast2013@gmail.com Dairy: Tim Neft, or tnrcc@paulbunyan.net Dog: Lori Brama, or lrbrama@yahoo.com Goat: Heather Eichstadt, or eichsix@hotmail.com Horse: Jerrie Olson, or olson3@paulbunyan.net Poultry: Vern Holzhueter, or pinegrov@yahoo.com Rabbit: Deb Risberg, or risberg@paulbunyan.net Sheep: Shawn Davis or smdavis1989@gmail.com Sheep: Joel Rohde, or rohdegarden@gmail.com Swine: Greg Claypool, or gkclay@paulbunyan.net Program Coordinator: Ann Marie Ward, or wardt001@umn.edu 1

2 2017 BELTRAMI COUNTY FAIR SHOW SCHEDULE TUESDAY, August 8 1:00 7:00 p.m. Conference judging of 4-H Building exhibits (Check in at the 4-H information desk) (exhibit hall) WEDNESDAY, August 9 1:00 p.m. Demonstration / Public Presentation Judging (exhibit hall) Share the Fun (stage) Performing Arts Showcase (stage) 5:00 p.m. Pet Show (small animal arena) 7:00 p.m. Dog Showmanship Judging-preceded by Obedience Demo (dog arena) THURSDAY, August 10 9:30 a.m. Goat Show (large arena) 1:00 p.m. Sheep Cloverbud, Fleece and Lead Lamb (small arena)wa 3:00 p.m. Horse Show Games (horse arena) 4:00 p.m. Swine Show (small arena) FRIDAY, August 11 9:00 a.m. Horse Show Performance (horse arena) 9:00 a.m. Poultry Show (small arena) 1:00 p.m. Beef Show (large arena) 3:00 p.m. Llama/Alpaca Show & Livestock Demonstrations (small arena) 6:30 p.m. Fashion Revue & Non-Livestock Awards Ceremony (stage) SATURDAY, August 12 8:00 a.m. Rabbit Show (small arena) 9:30 a.m. Dairy Show (large arena) 11:00 a.m. Sheep Show (small arena) 4:30 p.m. Market Livestock Auction of Champions (large arena) SUNDAY, August 13 10:00 a.m. Dog Agility Show- preceded by Obedience Demo (dog arena) 1:00 p.m. Premier Showmanship & Livestock Awards (large arena) 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. State Event Orientation & Registration (exhibit hall) (Bring checkbook, 4-H er, parent/guardian) 2

3 2017 BELTRAMI COUNTY FAIR 4-H PREMIUM LIST GENERAL INFORMATION Extension Staff: Jan Derdowski, Ann Marie Ward, Jennifer Hauschildt GENERAL EXHIBIT RULES: 1. To be eligible for participation in 4-H classes at the County Fair, the exhibitor must be enrolled in 4-H by May 15, The exhibitor may exhibit, demonstrate, or take part only in projects in which they are enrolled, as long as all changes are made by May 15 of the current year. All work on projects entered should be done by the 4-H member and completed during the current 4-H year unless otherwise noted. 2. Beltrami County Fair Registration must be completed by July 1. Registering for the 2017 Beltrami County Fair will be online through fairentry.com, which is mobile friendly. To register for County Fair: 1. Preferred Method: Complete registration online using 4HOnline log in information 2. Complete the paper registration form and turn into the Extension/4-H Office All registration forms (online or paper) are DUE to the extension office by July 1. Independent 4-H members must turn these items in to their mentor. Mentors and Club Leaders need to turn them in to the Extension/4-H Office by July 1. Registration forms for Club Exhibits are also due to the Extension/4-H Office by July Our goal is to make the Beltrami County Fair a positive learning experience for ALL youth. Sometimes there are considerations and requests that we need to be aware of in order to make this possible. If you have any of these, please let us know by filling out the Special Considerations form. Return the form to Ann Marie Ward. All information will be kept confidential The premium list includes all of the potential exhibits one can enter in each 4-H project and a DIV/CLASS identification for each possible exhibit. Each exhibitor is allowed to enter up to 3 exhibits per project unless otherwise stated. The exhibits must be distinctly different items and not duplicates or slight variations. In Livestock / Animal classes, only one entry is allowed per class 5. Education Exhibits / Science 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.) Educational Exhibits / Science Exhibits will be evaluated on the following requirements Exhibit quality.. 25% Educational value.. 25% Knowledge and ability to explain... 50% 6. Poster exhibits may not exceed 22 wide x 28 high. They may be smaller. Articles other than the Education Exhibits / Science Exhibits and Poster Exhibits articles made by exhibitors can be larger. Please contact the 4-H Office by July 1st for early entry and setup in the Exhibit Hall. Some larger exhibits May Not be eligible for State Fair or May require special permission to exhibit at State Fair. Transportation to State Fair will be the sole responsibility of the family on the designated day of entry (provided by request). 7. Floor Space for any exhibit should not exceed 20 square feet. If your exhibit exceeds this space limitation (see #4 and #5), contact the 4-H Office by July 1 st. 3

4 8. 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. 9. If you are awarded a trip to the State Fair, all of the above rules need to be followed. You will also need to label the outside of the package that you have provided to protect it during transportation to State Fair Please see the State Fair Rules and Premiums book for further instructions, copies will be available to State Fair trip winners at the County Fair. 10. All exhibits will be evaluated by a conference 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%). Decision of the judge is final and may not be appealed. 11. Absentee judging may be provided if necessary. Prior arrangements are required. Contact the Extension office if needed. 12. All exhibits EXCEPT animals must be brought to the 4-H Building for check-in and conference judging between 1 7 p.m. on Tuesday August 8, Conference Judging. At 7:00 parents and 4-Hers will leave the exhibit hall, the exhibit hall will be locked and judges will finish Grand and Reserve Champions, State Fair line up and trophy winner selections. Animal exhibits EXCEPT cats, pets and dogs must be brought to the County Fair on Thursday, August 10. Cats, pets and dogs are brought to the county fair for judging and do not stay. See the 4-H Schedule for times & locations of cat, pet and dog judging. 13. If a Computer, LCD projector, overhead or other equipment is needed for viewing your project, arrangements need to be made by July 1st through the 4-H Office All animal exhibitors must check-in at the 4-H Information Desk in the 4-H Building between 9 a.m. and 3p.m. on Thursday, August 10 to confirm their animal exhibit registration. We use this information to compile judge s books. 15. Exhibits cannot be removed before 5 p.m. on Sunday, August 13. EXHIBITS REMOVED BEFORE RELEASE TIME WILL FORFEIT THE PREMIUM, THIS INCLUDES ANIMALS. ANIMAL SCIENCE EXHIBIT RULES **CHECK IN** Livestock check in times are as follows. You must confirm your check in time with appropriate superintendents. Wednesday, August 9 from 4 p.m. 9 p.m. (Goats must check in on Wednesday due to early Thursday show) Thursday, August 10 from 9 a.m. 3 p.m. 1. All beef, dairy, goat, horse, lama, dog, rabbit, sheep and swine shown in 4-H livestock shows must have the required State 4-H ID system, ear tag and/or tattoo. Animals ID data must be submitted online, arrive in the Extension office, or be postmarked no later than May 15 th (with the exception of Market Beef due Feb. 15 th ). If you have questions on how to ID your animal, please contact the 4-H Office to ask questions: All animals exhibited must be owned by the 4-H'er, or owned jointly by agreement with parent/guardian; (see Dairy ownership rules for exceptions). Registered animals, not leased, must be registered in the exhibitor's name and/or the exhibitor's family name. Animals owned in partnership with non-family members (as defined above) must be leased and follow guidelines within the lease agreement. Market animals are NOT leasable. 3. All 4-H exhibitors are responsible for feeding and cleaning stalls/pens/cages used by their animals during the County Fair. Exhibitors failing to do this will have their premium check withheld. 4. All livestock exhibits, including showmanship, must be pre-registered. Members in animal projects may exhibit one animal per class, unless stated otherwise. 4

5 5. Beltrami County Grooming and Fitting Policy: All grooming of livestock at the County Fair, including clipping, trimming and manipulation of the hair/wool (such as blocking on sheep, pulling up hair on beef and working up top lines on dairy) must be clearly done by the exhibitor/members of the immediate family. A livestock resource person could be used by 4-H ers that are not yet State Fair age eligible (under 6 th grade). Those youths in grades 6 8 may use a livestock resource person for their first year in a livestock project. Immediate family members are defined as being parents, step-parents, legal guardians, grandparents, brothers and sisters. A livestock resource is defined as someone who is working with the 4-H er/4-h family to help them learn management and fitting and grooming skills in their project area. A livestock resource identified person would be allowed to work with the 4-H er and their family during the fitting and grooming process to guide and teach these skills. The 4-H er exhibiting the animal should be present and involved in the fitting process at the county fair. 6. 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. 7. All animal health regulations as stipulated by the Minnesota Board of Animal Health and the County Agricultural Society will be in effect. Livestock exhibitors must familiarize themselves with animal health requirements specified by the Minnesota Board of Animal Health before coming to the County Fair. 8. Animal health requirements were mailed out with animal IDs. Please refer to animal ID mailings about testing, health, weighing & tagging. If you have any questions contact the office at , or contact the Barn Superintendents. To attain a Premise ID call ALL ANIMAL EXHIBITORS must check-in at the 4-H Information Desk in the 4-H Building between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. on Thursday, August 10 confirm their animal exhibit registration. We use this information to compile judge s books. 10. Exhibits cannot be removed before 5 p.m. on Sunday, August 13. EXHIBITS REMOVED BEFORE RELEASE TIME WILL FORFEIT THE PREMIUM, THIS INCLUDES ANIMALS. 11. All livestock barns will be closed to the public from 10:00 pm until 7:00 am. Fairgrounds Security will be patrolling the barns during these hours. 12. The Auction of Market Champions will be held, Saturday, August 12 at 4:30 p.m. All 4-H members earning Grand or Reserve Champion in a Market Livestock class must complete Auction forms by noon on Saturday. This is a premium only auction and a Fundraiser for the Livestock Program Development Committee (PDC). 80% of the proceeds go to the 4-H youth. Twenty percent is used to support the Livestock PDC goals: scholarships, state fair livestock transportation (youth and animals) education for livestock projects. 13. Any classes of less than three animals may be combined. 14. See the 4-H Fair schedule for show times, herdsman ship awards and premier showmanship. Ask the barn superintendent or the 4-H office for more information. 15. All Beltrami County 4-H livestock participants grades 3-5 are encouraged to complete Livestock Quality Assurance and Ethics training every three years, it is required for grades 6 and up, in order to compete at State and Regional events. State Policy: All youth participating as a State Fair 4-H livestock exhibitor in beef, dairy, sheep, swine, poultry, rabbits, meat and dairy goat and lama must have completed the 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. 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 exceptions). Exhibit classes eligible for State Fair are marked with an asterisk *. 2. Members selected to represent the county at State Fair and State Horse Show must have completed sixth grade. 5

6 3. To be eligible to bring livestock to county, state or regional 4-H events, 4-H'ers must have completed Quality Assurance/Ethics Training. 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 the 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 the time of the training takes place. 4. All grooming of livestock at the fair, including clipping, trimming and manipulation of hair/wool (such as blocking on sheep, pulling up hair on beef and working up top lines on dairy) must be clearly done by the exhibitor/member of the immediate family. Immediate family members are defined as parents, step-parents, legal guardians, grandparents, brothers and sisters. The 4-H er exhibiting the animal should be present and involved in the fitting process at the State Fair. 5. Along with their qualifying state fair exhibit trip(s) 4-H members may participate in activities such as Share-the-Fun, demonstrations, Arts-In, or judging teams. 6. State event and NE Livestock sign up will be Sunday, August 13 from 10 a.m. 3 p.m. in the exhibit hall, 4-H members need to attend along with a parent or guardian and payment needs to be made (check or money order) the day of sign up. Everyone needs to sign up for their State Event trips on Sunday, August 13 and pay at that time. 7. Competitive events, deadlines, consequences and exemption options Every Minnesota 4-H member is eligible for a onetime 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 competitive event participation and waive the consequences for the named deadline. 8. 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 youths as possible have the opportunity to participate 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. IAFE NATIONAL CODE OF SHOW RING ETHICS The National Code of Show Ring Ethics will be followed. Submission of entry indicates an agreement to abide by all conditions and rules listed within the document: Additional copies are available in the Beltrami Extension Office. RULES FOR CLOVERBUD PARTICIPATION For the safety of K-2 participants, the following rules apply to Cloverbud experiences: 1. Parents/guardians/mentors are responsible for ensuring their Cloverbud understands and follows the rules. 2. 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. 3. Definitions used in outlining the rules are noted at the end of the document. 4. When using equipment that is potentially dangerous, a responsible person: i. will be with the Cloverbud at all times ii. guiding and monitoring their involvement. Examples of potentially dangerous equipment include sewing machines and power tools. 5. Cloverbuds may only participate in wildlife educational opportunities of the 4-H Shooting Sports/Wildlife program. 6. Cloverbuds may not handle any equipment, including firearms and archery equipment. 7. Cloverbuds must wear appropriate safety helmets when riding horses or bicycles. 8. When Cloverbuds and animals (including beef, cats, dairy, dogs, 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: A responsible person: a. Must be in control of the animal at all times b. And never turn the control over to the Cloverbud 6

7 9. It is the expectation that the responsible person: a. will be in control of the animal at all times of the 4-H experience including but not limited to all of the following situations: i. to and from the trailer ii. to and from the wash rack iii. to and from the barns iv. in the barns v. in the stall vi. to and from the show arena vii. in the show arena. 10. 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. 11. During judging, the Cloverbud should walk next to the parent/responsible person, available to learn from the project leader and/or to dialog with the evaluator/judge. 12. Cloverbuds may safely interact with their animal through participation in a limited number of non-competitive 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 examples of participation are described as follows: a. Cloverbuds may participate with beef, dairy, dog, goats, pets, poultry, rabbits, and swine in a Cloverbud Showmanship Class. b. Cloverbuds may participate with a sheep in two classes: Cloverbud Showmanship or Cloverbud Lamb Lead. c. Cloverbuds may participate with a lama in two classes: Cloverbud Costume or Cloverbud Showmanship. d. 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 in control of the horse at all times. Helmets are required for the Cloverbud in any riding setting. Definitions Used in Outlining the Cloverbud 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. CODES OF CONDUCT The University of Minnesota Extension 4-H Youth Development program (Minnesota 4-H) builds engaged young people who are able to learn and lead in a global society, educates adults to work effectively with youth, and partners with communities to create supportive social environments that help youth thrive. A standard of behavior for all individuals involved in our program is one of the key components for creating a welcoming learning environment that is physically and emotionally safe. Any individual participating and/or volunteering with the Minnesota 4-H program at any level (individual, club, county, regional, state, national and international) is subject to the behavior standards and rules governing participation and involvement as outlined in the Minnesota 4-H Code of Conduct. In addition to the Minnesota 4-H Code of Conduct there may be additional policies, rules, and procedures relating to specific 4-H events and activities that will also apply to those events/activities. Code of Conduct for Youth: Code of Conduct for Parents: 7

8 Code of Conduct for Volunteers: BELTRAMI AG ASSOCIATION PET POLICY AT BELTRAMI COUNTY FAIR During the week of the Beltrami County Fair pets are not allowed on Beltrami County Fairgrounds property. There are two exceptions to this policy. Service dogs or animals that are approved as part of an exhibition will be allowed with provisions. Follow the link below to see policy details and learn how to obtain a service animal permit if needed. Ag Association Pet Policy: EXEMPTION FOR MISSED DEADLINE Minnesota 4-H has implemented a "member exemption rule." The purpose of this exemption is to provide every 4-H member with the ability "one-time" during their 4-H career to acknowledge that they have missed a 4-H deadline related to enrollment or competitive event participation and waive the consequences for the named deadline. Youth who wish to claim the "one-time" exemption may obtain the appropriate form from the Beltrami County Extension Office. Timeline for the filing of the exemption form is outlined on the table. Table for deadlines and Exemption Options: GRIEVANCE POLICY The 4-H grievance process provides a vehicle by which to respond to 4-H member's concerns relating to their 4-H program participation. A grievance may be filed and a local volunteer grievance committee convened to address rule violations and alleged wrongdoing. Grievance Committee Process: Grievance Form: CONFERENCE JUDGING EXPECTATIONS The handbook of Minnesota 4-H judging policies, guidelines and support can be found here: The webpage for county fair conference judges can be found here: 8

9 Thank you to these businesses and individuals who donated toward trophies and awards for 2016! This list was current as of September 1, Donations for 2017 will be recognized in the 4-H Food Booth lunchroom and a thank you ad following the Fair as that information is not available at press time. Ace on the Lake Jim & Darlene Dauner Family AirCorps Aviation Karvakko, P.A. Arvid & Susan Sether Kevin & Jody Thomas Family Autumn Hills Assisted Living Kurt Davis Bobcat, Inc. Bark Avenue Grooming Lakeland Public Television Barney's Welding & Repair Mark Dickinson Battle River Beavers 4-H Club Meadowview Farm Beltrami Bobcats 4-H Club Northstar Rabbitry Bemidji Veterinary Hospital Olson Schwartz Funeral Home Ben and Stacy Trask Paul Bunyan Broadcasting Blackduck Dental Clinic Paul Bunyan Communications Buena Vista Ski Area Pet Zone Dixon Animal Chiropractic Pine Valley Trophy Case LLC Don & Ann Illies Pinnacle Publishing Erickson Family Farms Reierson Construction First National Bank Richard Anderson (County Commissioner District #3) George & Sue Wells Sharon Hokuf Headwaters Science Center Trask Trucking and Excavation Headwaters Veterinary Center Walt & Betty Mohs Jane Hanks CLUB EXHIBITS **Registration for Club Exhibits must be done by Club Leaders using paper registration forms. Club Exhibit registration cannot be done online. Paper registrations for Club Exhibits are due to the Extension Office by July 1. *Items marked with an asterisk are State Fair eligible. CLUB ACTIVITY - Banner BLUE $10.00; RED $8.00; WHITE $6.00 T - 1-1* Club Banner Two banners will be selected for State Fair exhibit. Requirement: - Banner must be 3' x 5' and designed to hang vertically. - It must be completed and equipped with a dowel (minimum size 3 8 ) and ready to hang. - Banner must be of fabric (no paper) and can be one or two-sided. - Include County and Club name on banner. - Club name on 3 x 5 card pinned to back. (Any assembly technique can be used.) 9

10 CLUB ACTIVITY Community Pride BLUE $6.00; RED $5.00; WHITE $4.00 T - 1-2* Community Pride One exhibit will be selected for State Fair. **NEW 2016** Community Pride participants at State Fair may exhibit another individual project. 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. CLUB ACTIVITY - Booth (Set up dates are available the week prior to the County Fair) BLUE $20.00; RED $15.00; WHITE $10.00 T Club Booth - The booth should depict an area of work or program of current emphasis. - Booth dimensions are 8 x 4. - Club Booth to be set up by 4H club members between Monday, July 31 Monday, August 7 at 12 p.m. (noon). CLUB ACTIVITY - Scrapbook BLUE $20.00; RED $15.00; WHITE $10.00 T-1-4 Club Scrapbook - Show and explain your club activities and participation in community and county events. CLUB PROJECT BLUE $17.00; RED $13.00; WHITE $9.00 T Conservation T Flower Box/Bed T Share the Fun Performances Wednesday, August 9 at 1:00 p.m. at the Shutter Stage. T Club Secretary Book Must Confirm/Reserve with the Extension Office by July 1st. CLOVERBUD CLUB PROJECT J A group project completed by your Cloverbud club (e.g., Cloverbud Club Banner, Cloverbud Poster, etc.). PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS Evaluation/Judges Critique Day will be WEDNESDAY, JULY 26 at the Evangelical Covenant Church beginning at 10 a.m. (detailed judging schedule forthcoming). ** You must set up a demonstration or illustrated judging time at evaluation on July 27 to present your demonstration or illustrated presentation at County Fair to receive premiums. Public Presentations will be judged WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 9 in the 4-H Exhibit Hall at 1 pm. 10

11 DEMONSTRATIONS BLUE $5.00; RED $4.00; WHITE $3.00 K - 1-1* Grades 9+ - Individual K - 1-2* Grades 9+ - Team K - 1-3* Grades Individual K - 1-4* Grades Team K Grades Individual K Grades 3-5 Team CLOVERBUD PARTICIPATION $1.50 K Cloverbud Individual K Cloverbud Team ILLUSTRATED PRESENTATIONS BLUE $5.00; RED $4.00; WHITE $3.00 K - 3-1* Grades 9+ - Individual K - 3-2* Grades 9+ - Team K - 3-3* Grades Individual K - 3-4* Grades Team K Grades Individual K Grades Team CLOVERBUD PARTICIPATION $1.50 K Cloverbud - Individual K Cloverbud - Team YOUTH IN ACTION DEMONSTRATIONS BLUE $5.00; RED $4.00; WHITE $3.00 K - 4-1* Grades 9+ - Individual K - 4-2* Grades 9+ - Team K - 4-3* Grades Individual K - 4-4* Grades Team K Grades Individual K Grades Team CLOVERBUD PARTICIPATION $1.50 K Cloverbud - Individual K Cloverbud - 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 informative format. For example, an Illustrated Presentation could be a report on leadership lessons learned through a trip to 11

12 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 the 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 the member must interact with the presentation and information - not 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.) If presentation software is utilized, judging will include the effective use of the software. For information on effectively using visuals in presentations and/or presentation software please see Special NOTE: If presentation software is utilized in either a Demonstration or an Illustrated Talk, 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. The ideal situation is to deliver the presentation with a computer and LCD projector, but the use of transparencies and an overhead projector is also possible. ***** For Reference Only***** PRESENTATION SOFTWARE is no longer a project area Special NOTE: Entries formerly entered in the Presentation Software Contest should now be directed into one of the following classes: Demonstration (If presentation software is used to support or enhance a Demonstration) Illustrated Talk (If presentation software is used to present information or to communicate a message in a way that involves the 4- H er interacting with the presentation content) Video (If presentation or other software is used to create a self-presenting visual or multi-media presentation that does not include the live interaction of the 4-H er - something that just plays/presents on its own) LIVESTOCK DEMONSTRATIONS BLUE $5.00; RED $4.00; WHITE $3.00 K - 2-1* Grades 9+ - Individual K - 2-2* Grades 9+ - Team K - 2-3* Grades Individual K - 2-4* Grades Team K Grades Individual K Grades 3-5 Team CLOVERBUD PARTICIPATION $1.50 K Grades Cloverbud - Individual K Grades Cloverbud - Team Registered Participants will be contacted with judging times. 12

13 ANIMAL SCIENCE PROJECTS **CHECK IN** Livestock check in times are as follows. You must confirm your check in time with appropriate superintendents: Wednesday, August 9 from 4 p.m. 9 p.m. (Goats must check in on Wednesday due to early Thursday show) Thursday, August 10 from 9 a.m. 3 p.m. Each exhibitor is allowed to enter 1 animal per class unless otherwise stated. See Animal Science Exhibit Rules above for additional requirements. *Items marked with an asterisk are State Fair eligible. BEEF Superintendent: John Gilbertson Jr. Ph ; gilfam@paulbunyan.net or Linda Binkley BLUE $14.00; RED $12.00; WHITE $10.00 BIRTH DATES: Spring Calf Jan 1 - Apr 30, 2017 Fall Calf Sept.1 - Dec. 31, 2016 Summer yearling May 1 - Aug. 31, 2016 Junior yearling Jan. 1 - April 30, 2016 Senior yearling Sept. 1 - Dec. 31, 2015 Cow/Calf Calf born on or after January 1, 2017 Prospect Calf Jan 1 Apr 30, 2017 Market Beef Born on or after January 1 to August 31, 2016 Dairy Steer Born on or after January 1 to August 31, 2016 BREEDING HEIFER A - 2 Registered - All Breeds A - 3 Commercial Use the following Classes, with the Divisions (breeds) and birth dates above, to indicate the age of your project animal(s): - 1* Spring Calf - 2* Fall Calf - 3* Summer Yearling - 4* Junior Yearling - 5* Senior Yearling - Beef heifer ownership ID forms and/or lease agreements must be on file in the Regional Extension 4-H Office by May 15 th of the current year. COW AND CALF A Cow and Calf pair/pen Grades 3-5 A * Cow and Calf pair/halter Grades 6-up 13

14 PROSPECT MARKET CALF A * Heifer Calf A * Steer Calf MARKET BEEF A * Market Steer Natural & Slick Shorn A * Market Heifer Natural & Slick Shorn - Recommended minimum weight for State Fair is 1,000 pounds; maximum weight is 1,500 pounds. Market animals exceeding the maximum weight will not be purple ribbon eligible for State fair. DAIRY STEER A * A * Pure Breed Dairy Steer Crossbred Dairy Steer Prospect Dairy Steer Calf A Dairy calf steer (No State Fair Trip) - Recommended minimum weight for State Fair is 1,000 pounds; maximum weight is 1,600 pounds. Market animals exceeding the maximum weight will not be purple ribbon eligible for State fair. -Pure Breed Dairy Steers must be 100% dairy breed. These breeds will be accepted without registration papers: Ayrshire, Brown Swiss, Guernsey, Holstein, and Jersey. Milking shorthorn dairy steers must be registered with American Milking Shorthorn Society and not carry the S suffix. -Dairy Steers showing permanent teeth may be shown, but they can place no higher than a red ribbon and they will not be eligible for State Fair or auction. -A CROSSBRED DAIRY STEER Division has been added. Crossbred Diary Steers must be from the following breeds in any combination: Ayrshire, Brown Swiss, Guernsey, Holstein, Jersey, Milking Shorthorn, Montebeliarde, Normande dairy, Red & White, Norwegian Red and Viking Red (Swedish, Danish & Finnish Red) BEEF SHOWMANSHIP RIBBON ONLY A Grades 9+ A Grades 6-8 A Grades 3-5 OTHER BEEF A-80-1 Cloverbud Beef One calf with beef breeding born after January 1, *Adult or older 4-H er must be in control of the animal at all times. *Learning About Animal Beef Exhibit- Please see Exploring Animals or Veterinarian Science in the Education Exhibit Section. 14

15 DAIRY Superintendent: Tim Neft Ph ; or Amber Fast BLUE $16.00; RED $14.00; WHITE $12.00 ID s from previous years where you plan to use the animal again need to be signed and dated again each year. BIRTH DATES: Winter calf Dec 1, 2016 to Feb 28, 2017 Fall calf Sept 1 to Nov 30, 2016 Summer Junior Yearling June 1 to August 31, 2016 Spring Junior Yearling March 1 to May 31, 2016 Winter Senior Yearling Dec 1, 2015 to Feb 29, 2016 Fall Senior Yearling Sept 1 to Nov 30, 2015 Junior 2 year old March 1, to Aug 31, 2015 Senior 2 year old Sept 1, 2014 to Feb 28, 2015 Three year old cows Sept 1, 2013 to Aug 31, 2014 Four year old cows Sept 1, 2012 to Aug 31, 2013 Cow, five years & older Born before Sept 1, 2012 B - 2 B - 3 Registered (Purebred, All breeds) Grade (Commercial, All breeds) Use the following Classes, with the Divisions (breeds) and birth dates above, to indicate the age of your project animal(s): - 1* Winter Calf - 2* Fall Calf - 3* Summer Junior Yearling - 4* Spring Junior Yearling - 5* Winter Senior Yearling - 6* Fall Senior Yearling - 7* Two Year Old Cow - 8* Three Years Old and Older Cow - 9* Dry Cow - Senior Yearlings that have calved must compete in the two-year-old cow class. - Advanced classes must show a complete butterfat record for 305 days. DAIRY SHOWMANSHIP RIBBON ONLY B Grades 9+ B Grades 6-8 B Grades 3-5 OTHER DAIRY B Cloverbud Dairy One calf of a dairy breed born after January 1, *Adult or older 4-H er must be in control of the animal at all times. *Learning About Animal Dairy Exhibit-Please see Exploring Animals or Veterinarian Science in the Education Exhibit Section. 15

16 GOAT - DAIRY Superintendent: Eric Eichstadt ; Heather Eichstadt ; eichsix@hotmail.com BLUE $10.00; RED $9.00; WHITE $8.00 BIRTH DATES: Junior Doe Kid April 1 to June 30, 2017 Senior Doe Kid Jan. 1 to March 31, 2017 Dry Yearling Doe Born in 2016 Milking Yearling Doe January 1 December 31, 2016 Milking two-year old Doe Born in 2015 Milking three-year and under 5years Born in 2013 or 2014 Milking five years and older Born before 2013 C - 2 C - 3 C - 4 Registered Recorded Grade Unrecorded Grade Use the following Classes, with the Divisions and birth dates above, to indicate the age of your project animal(s): - 1* Junior Doe Kid - 2* Senior Doe Kid - 3* Dry Yearling Doe - 4* Milking Yearling Doe - 5* Milking Doe Two Years Old - 6* Milking Doe - Three or Four Years Old - 7* Milking Doe - Five Years and Older NOTE: For safety reasons all dairy goats must be dis-budded/dehorned. Regrowth of less than ONE-INCH allowed. All dairy goats must be 100 percent dairy to show in the dairy goat category otherwise they will be shown in the Fancy meat breed category. DAIRY GOAT SHOWMANSHIP RIBBON ONLY C Grades 9+ C Grades 6-8 C Grades 3-5 OTHER GOATS C-80-1 Cloverbud Goat - *Adult or older 4-H er must be in control of the animal at all times. GOAT - MEAT Superintendent: Eric Eichstadt ; Heather Eichstadt ; eichsix@hotmail.com BLUE $10.00; RED $9.00; WHITE $

17 BIRTH DATES: Market Goat Meat Market Goat (altered male) December 1, 2016 April 30, 2017 Meat Market Goat (female) December 1, 2016 April 30, 2017 Dairy Market Goat (altered male) December 1, 2016 April 30, 2017 Dairy Market Goat (female) December 1, 2016 April 30, 2017 Meat Goat Breeding Does Senior Yearling Meat Breeding Doe (never December 1, 2015 March 31, 2016 kidded) Junior Yearling Meat Breeding Doe (never April 1 August 31, 2016 kidded) Fall Yearling Meat Breeding Doe (never kidded) September 1, 2016 November 30, 2016 Senior Meat Breeding Doe Kid December 1, 2016 February 28, 2017 Junior Meat Breeding Doe Kid March 1, 2017 May 31, 2017 Fancy Meat Breeds (i.e Pygmy, Fainting, Kinder) Dry Yearling Meat Breeding Doe December 1, November 20, 2016 Senior Meat Breeding Doe Kid December 1, 2016 February 28, 2017 Junior Meat Breeding Doe Kid March 1, 2017 May 31, 2017 Market Dairy must be 100 percent dairy. Market Goat D * Meat Market Goat-altered male (no bucks) D * Meat Market Doe/Female D * Dairy Market Goat-altered male (no bucks) D Dairy Market Goat Doe/Female Meat Breeding Doe D * Junior Meat Breeding Doe, registered or grade D * Senior Meat Breeding Doe, registered or grade D * Senior Yearling Meat Breeding Doe (never kidded) D * Junior Yearling Meat Breeding Doe (never kidded) D * Fall Yearling Meat Breeding Doe (never kidded) Fancy Meat Breeds (i.e. Pygmy, Fainting, Kinder) (Not State Fair Eligible) D Junior Breeding Doe D Senior Breeding Doe D Dry Yearling Breeding Doe - Market animals must be a minimum of 40 pounds, but not to exceed a maximum of 110 pounds by State Fair. NOTE: For safety reasons, all market goats must be de-horned/disbudded. Re-growth must not exceed 1 inch. Does shown in market classes must be disbudded in accordance with market animal rules. Market Does cannot come back in future years in a breeding class. Cut (saws) off horns are not permitted. Meat breeding does may have horns and they do not need to be capped or blunted. However, if an animal is deemed a safety concern at the discretion of the committee, additional safety measures may be required. 17

18 MEAT GOAT SHOWMANSHIP RIBBON ONLY D Grades 9+ D Grades 6-8 D Grades 3-5 DOG Superintendent: Lori Brama PH ; lrbrama@yahoo.com BLUE $7.00; RED $6.00; WHITE $5.00 Dogs are NOT kept at the County Fair and must be brought in for show judging. Dog Obedience will be judged on Thursday, August 3 at 6:00 p.m. prior to the Fair. Dog Rally will be judged on Thursday, August 3 at 6:00 p.m. prior to the Fair. Showmanship will be judged on Wednesday, August 9 at 7:00 p.m. Dog Agility show will be on Sunday, August 13 at 10:00 a.m. Dogs must have current vaccinations and proper obedience and/or showmanship equipment. If you are not sure which obedience class you should be in, write-in Dog Obedience or Dog Showmanship on fair registration form and leave code blank. Show coordinator will check with obedience instructors and past show records to determine class. See the Minnesota 4-H Dog Show Guide for specifications on obedience and showmanship class eligibility. Height divisions to be made at State Dog Show. A dog may be shown in the dog show or the pet show, not both! Dog ownership ID forms and vaccination record must be on file at the 4-H Office by May 15 th of the current year. DOG AGILITY Z - 1-1* Agility Beginner Z - 1-2* Agility Elementary Z - 1-3* Agility Intermediate Z - 1-4* Agility Senior Z - 1-5* Agility Advanced Z Jumper 1 Z Jumper 2 Z Jumper 3 DOG OBEDIENCE Z - 2-1* Obedience Obedience Foundation Class Z - 2-2* Obedience Obedience Beginner Z - 2-3* Obedience Graduate Beginner Z - 2-4* Obedience Novice Z - 2-5* Obedience Graduate Novice Z - 2-6* Obedience Pre Open Z - 2-7* Obedience Open Z - 2-8* Obedience Graduate Open Z - 2-9* Obedience Pre-Utility Z * Obedience Utility Z * Obedience Veterans Z * Obedience Brace Z * Obedience Four Dog Team 18

19 DOG RALLY Z - 3-1* Z - 3-2* Z - 3-3* Z - 3-4* Z - 3-5* Z - 3-6* Z - 3-7* Rally - Foundations Rally Pre-Novice Rally Novice Rally Pre-Advanced Rally Advanced Rally Excellent Rally Veteran DOG SHOWMANSHIP Z - 9-1* Junior Novice (3 rd to 8 th grade) Z - 9-2* Junior Open- 4-H ers that have achieved a blue ribbon in Junior Novice must move to this class. Z - 9-3* Senior Novice Grades 9+ Z - 9-4* Senior Open 4-H ers that have achieved a blue ribbon in Senior Novice must move to this class. - A dog may be shown in the dog show or the pet show, not both! - 4-H ers- 3 rd grade and up are eligible for county and state dog show. - 4-H ers shall exhibit in the classes corresponding to the level of training they and their dog have received. Additional information, class requirements, and rules/regulations can be found in the Minnesota 4-H Agility, Obedience, Rally and Showmanship rules and guidelines (four separate publications) available on the MN 4-H dog project website ( - All dogs must be vaccinated according to the requirements listed on the MN 4-H Dog Project Identification Form and Vaccination Verification Form. OTHER DOG Z BASIC CARE & GROOMING-County class ONLY, no regional show options. Open ONLY to beginners in their first year of the project who have trained completely on their own for basic manners (not form obedience exercises). The class will be judged on general condition, appearance, and overall dog manners. Z Cloverbud Dog One dog of either sex and any age. *Adult or older 4-H er must be in control of the animal at all times. *Learning About Animal Dog Exhibit-Please see Exploring Animals or Veterinarian Science in the Education Exhibit Section. Display/Poster educational exhibits see General Rule #4 for size Members must include a photo of themselves and dog with the exhibit. Exhibit may include models, diagrams or pictures. Exhibit should show and explain something exhibitor has done and learned OR about a general dog topic (for example: dog nutrition, health maintenance, a breed, unwanted dogs, theft recovery identification systems, dog ownership regulations and ordinances etc.) Exhibitor name, county, age and project name should appear on back of poster or display. HORSE 4-H Superintendent: Jerrie Olson PH ; olson3@paulbunyan.net Horse Barn Superintendent: Tim Schussman PH tnsschus@paulbunyan.net BLUE $10.00; RED $9.00; WHITE $8.00 ENGLISH EQUITATION Y - 1 English Equitation, Hunt Seat (Premium class) Y - 2 English Equitation, Saddle Seat (Premium class) ENGLISH PLEASURE Y - 3 English Pleasure, Hunt Seat (Ribbon Class Only) 19

20 Y - 4 English Pleasure, Saddle Seat (Ribbon Class Only) WESTERN HORSEMANSHIP Y - 5 Western Horsemanship (Premium Class) WESTERN PLEASURE Y - 6 Western Pleasure/Stock Type (Ribbon Class only) Y - 7 Western Pleasure/Pleasure Type (Ribbon Class only) TRAIL CLASS Y - 8 Trail Class (Ribbon Class only) CHALLENGED RIDER Y 9 Assisted Western or English Equitation walk, trot (with volunteer/mentor as needed) (Premium Class) Y - 10 Assisted Horse Show Games key hole pattern, walk, trot (with volunteer/mentor as needed) (Premium Class) Y - 11 Unassisted Western or English Equitation walk, trot unassisted (spotter requested) (Premium Class) Y - 12 Unassisted Horse Show Games key hole pattern, walk, trot unassisted (spotter requested) (Premium Class) HORSE SHOW GAMES Y - 20 Egg & Spoon (Ribbon Class only) Y - 21 Pole Weaving (Premium class) Y - 22 Jumping Figure 8 (Ribbon Class Only) Y - 23 Key Race (Ribbon Class Only) Y - 24 Barrel Race (Premium Class) Y Open Costume, All Grades (Ribbon Only) SHOWMANSHIP AT HALTER Y - 60 Showmanship at Halter (Premium Class) Use the following grade classes to enter the above divisions. - 1 Senior Grade Intermediate Grade Junior Grade Horse Helmet Policy: All 4-H ers participating in any 4-H sponsored mounted activity are required to wear properly fastened ASTM/SEI approved protective headgear. Helmet use is required when mounted. This policy also extends to 4-H volunteers when they are working with 4-H youth in a 4-H volunteer role during mounted activities. - Additional information is listed in the 4-H Horse Showmanship Manual (view on the 4-H Horse website). - Classes may be combined or split depending on number of entries. - Horses must be identified on the appropriate 4-H ID form or lease agreement by May 15 th of the current year and on file at the 4-H Office. - A copy of the negative EIA (Coggins) test should be on file at the 4-H office by July 1 st. - AN EIA(Coggins) NEGATIVE TEST WITHIN TWELVE MONTHS OF SHOW IS REQUIRED!! HORSE TRAINING (Ribbon Only) Y Horse Training - steps

21 HORSE ACHIEVEMENT (Ribbon Only) Y Achievement - Level 6 1. Open to any member completing Levels 1-5 of the Achievement Program at County Level. 2. See State Horse Show Handbook for further details. HORSE RELATED Y Grades 6+ Y Grades 3-5 Requirement: - Must be enrolled in the Horse project to exhibit in this division - Exhibits may be a model, poster, scrapbook, essay, and/or article. The exhibit should show or explain something the 4-H member has made, done, or learned in the project. - Exhibits are conference judged with the exhibitor present. HORSELESS HORSE Y Grades 6+ Y Grades Exhibits are conference judged with the exhibitor present on Tuesday, August 8 in the 4-H building. - Horseless Horse is limited to exhibitors whose household DOES NOT OWN or lease a horse. Others must enter Horse Related. Requirement: - Exhibits may be a model, poster, scrapbook, essay, and/or article. The exhibit should show or explain something the 4-H member has made, done, or learned in the project. - Exhibits are conference judged with the exhibitor present. OTHER HORSE Y Cloverbud Horse Horse or pony shown at halter. *Adult or older 4-H er must be in control of the animal at all times. *Learning About Animal Horse Exhibit-Please see Exploring Animals or Veterinarian Science in the Education Exhibit Section. LAMA Please contact Ann Marie Ward at the 4-H office if you are planning to exhibit lama. PH ; wardt001@umn.edu BLUE $10.00, RED $9.00, WHITE $8.00 Use the following division code to enter the Classes below: All grades register for the same classes. Use the following Classes, with the Division above: 21

22 E Costume, All Grades (Optional) E Showmanship, All Grades (Required Ribbon Only) E Obstacle Course/Public Relations, All Grades E Other Fiber (by grade) E Grades 9+ E Grades 6-8 E Grades 3-5 Poster (by grade) E Grades 9+ E Grades 6-8 E Grades 3-5 Birthdates: 4-H Lama projects must be born prior to January 1, 2017 Gender: No sexually intact male above 18 months is eligible for exhibition. All castrated males born prior to January 1, 2017 are eligible for exhibition. All females born prior to January 1, 2017 are eligible for exhibition. OTHER LAMA E Cloverbud Lama Lama or Alpaca, Shown at Halter. *Adult or older 4-H er must be in control of the animal at all times. *Learning About Animal Lama Exhibit-Please see Exploring Animals or Veterinarian Science in the Education Exhibit Section. POULTRY Superintendent: Vern Holzhueter Ph ; pinegrov@yahoo.com BLUE $7.00; RED $6.00; WHITE $ All poultry must have health certificate except, pigeons and waterfowl and must be identified by a numbered leg band (contact Vern Holzhueter to inquire about leg bands & blood testing.) Market birds are NOT LEASABLE. - Breeding classes will be judged on breed characteristics using the American Standard of Perfection as a guide. - Members may enter only one exhibit in any single DEPT/DIV/CLASS and cannot enter the same birds in both 4-H and open class - All exhibits must be of this year s hatch except, pigeon and dove breeding pairs. Hatch dates below are suggested for adequate maturity at show date they are not criteria for inclusion or disqualification from show. All pens must have all birds of the same breed and variety. 22

23 CHICKENS F - 1-1* F - 1-2* F - 1-3* F - 1-4* F - 1-5* Market pen of two males or two females (Hybrid meat type) Breeding pen of one male & two females must be purebred Bantam Breeding pen of one male & two females must be purebred Egg production pen of two pullets, White egg layers must be hybrid or Leghorn Egg production pen of two pullets, Brown egg layers must be commercial purebred or hybrid, preferred hybrid DOVES F - 2-1* Purebred breeding pair must be at least one-year-old ~ 1 male and 1 female of same breed DUCKS F - 3-1* F - 3-2* F - 3-3* Market pen of two males or two females Breeding pen of one male & two females Bantam Breeding pen of one male & two females GEESE F - 4-1* F - 4-2* Market pen of two males or two females Breeding pen of one male & two females GUINEA Use the following Classes, with the Divisions to indicate the type of your project animal(s). Note: ONLY Pearls, Whites and Lavender breeds can be shown: F - 5-1* Market pen of two males or two females same breed & variety F - 5-2* Breeding pen of one male & two females - same breed & variety PIGEONS F - 6-1* F - 6-2* F - 6-3* F - 6-4* F - 6-5* F - 6-6* Utility, 1 Breeding Pair must be at least 1 year old Utility, 1 Young bird Male or Female, 1 young bird, this year band Fancy, 1 Breeding Pair must be at least 1 year old Fancy, Young bird Male or Female, 1 young bird, this year band Flying, 1 Breeding Pair must be at least 1 year old Flying, Young bird Male or Female, 1 young bird, this year band 23

24 TURKEYS - Domestic only F - 7-1* Market pen of two males or two females F - 7-2* Breeding pen of one male & two females - Poultry exhibited must be of this year's hatch, (except pigeon pairs). All, except waterfowl and pigeons, must have health certificate and all must be identified by a numbered leg band. - Breeding classes will be judged on breed characteristics using the American Standard of Perfection as a guide. SHOW and HOBBY (No State Fair Trip) F Pair (one male and one female) of any type of poultry (hatched in current year) not listed in any other division. (Ex. peafowl, pheasants, partridge, quail etc.) POULTRY SHOWMANSHIP RIBBON ONLY F Grades 9+ F Grades 6-8 F Grades 3-5 POULTRY POSTER Poultry Poster Promotional (14 wide X 22 high vertical/portrait) F 50 1* Grades 9+ F 50 2* Grades 6-8 F 50 3 Grades 3-5 F 50 4 Grades K-2 (Cloverbud) Poultry Poster Education (14 wide x 22 high vertical /portrait) F 50 5* Grades 9+ F 50 6* Grades 6-8 F 50 7 Grades 3-5 F 50 8 Grades K-2 (Cloverbud) OTHER POULTRY F-80-1 Cloverbud Poultry One type of poultry of either sex, and any breed or age. *Adult or older 4-H er must be in control of the animal at all times. *Learning About Animal Poultry Exhibit-Please see Exploring Animals or Veterinarian Science in the Education Exhibit Section. RABBITS Superintendent: Deb Risberg PH ; risberg@paulbunyan.net BLUE $7.00; RED $6.00; WHITE $ The selling of rabbits is prohibited during the fair. No For Sale or similar signs can be posted on cages or cage cards. Business cards can be distributed or posted (but in a space for that purpose, not on cages or cage cards.) - No locks will be allowed on cages. 24

25 - 4-H exhibitors cannot enter the same rabbit in both 4-H and open class. Each member may make an entry in all (12) 4-H rabbit classes but cannot enter more than one rabbit in a single DEPT/DIV/CLASS, except the pen of three fryers, which are judged as one exhibit. - Animal ID s must be on file at the 4-H Office by May 15 th of the current year. Doe producing Market fryers MUST be owned and ID ed by May 15 th with the fryers ID ed by July 1st. - All breeds recognized by the American Rabbit Breeders Association are eligible. Rabbits will be judged according to ARBA standards. - Each rabbit must be permanently tattooed in the left ear for identification purposes. - -Refer to Rabbit Information Sheet for additional details. 4 CLASS - SMALL BREEDS G - 1-1* Senior Buck over 6 months of age G - 1-2* Senior Doe over 6 months of age G - 1-3* Junior Buck under 6 months of age G - 1-4* Junior Doe under 6 months of age 4 Class (small) rabbit breeds include Dutch, Florida White, Holland Lop, Jersey Wooly, Mini Lop, Mini Rex, Netherland Dwarf, Polish, Rex, American Fuzzy Lop, American Sable, Dwarf Hotot, English Angora, French Angora, Satin Angora, Belgian Hare, Britannia Petite, Standard Chinchilla, English Spot, Harlequin, Havana, Himalayan, Lilac, Lionheads (some varieties are now accepted) Rhinelander, Silver, Silver Marten, Thrianta and Tan. 6 CLASS - LARGE BREEDS G - 2-1* Senior Buck over 8 months of age G - 2-2* Senior Doe over 8 months of age G - 2-3* Intermediate Buck 6-8 months of age G - 2-4* Intermediate Doe 6-8 months of age G - 2-5* Junior Buck under 6 months of age G - 2-6* Junior Doe under 6 months of age 6 Class (large) rabbit breeds include New Zealand, Satin, American Giant Angora, Bevern, Californian, Champagne Dargent, Checkered Giant, American Chinchilla, Giant Chinchilla, Cinnamon, Crème Dargent, Flemish Giant, French Lop, Hotot, English Lop, Palomino and Silver Fox. MARKET RABBIT G - 3-1* Single fryer, 3.5 to 5.5 pounds, not over 70 days old G - 3-2* Pen of three fryers, 3.5 to 5.5 pounds, not over 70 days old RABBIT SHOWMANSHIP RIBBON ONLY G Grades 9+ G Grades 6-8 G Grades 3-5 OTHER RABBITS G-80-1 Cloverbud Rabbit One rabbit of either sex and any breed/age. *Adult or older 4-H er must be in control of the animal at all times. 25

26 *Learning About Animal Rabbit Exhibit-Please see Exploring Animals or Veterinarian Science in the Education Exhibit Section. RABBIT POSTER G 50 1* Grades 9+ G 50 2* Grades 6-8 Rabbit Poster Promotion (14 wide x 22 high vertical/portrait) G 50 3 Grades 3-5 G 50 4 Grades K-2 G 50 5* Grades 9+ G 50 6* Grades 6-8 Rabbit Poster Education (14 wide x 22 high vertical/portrait) G 50 7 Grades 3-5 G 50 8 Grades K-2 SHEEP Superintendent: Joel Rohde PH ; rohdegarden@gmail.com or Shawn Davis ; smdavis1989@gmail.com BLUE $10.00; RED $9.00; WHITE $8.00 BIRTH DATES: January Ewe Lamb February Ewe Lamb March Ewe Lamb Yearling Ewe Market Lamb Born in January of current Year Born in February of current Year Born in March of current Year Born on or after January 1 of previous year and must not show evidence of four permanent incisors. Born on or after January 1 of current year BREEDING EWE Registered and Commercial are judged together H - 1 H - 2 Registered Ewe - All Breeds - Purebred Commercial Ewe All Breeds (fitted & slick shorn) - Grade Use the following Classes, with the Divisions (breeds) and birth dates above, to indicate the age of your project animal(s): -1* Yearling Ewe - 2* January Ewe Lamb - 3* February Ewe Lamb - 4* March Ewe Lamb MARKET LAMB H * Market Wether Dam H * Market Lamb - Recommended minimum weight for State Fair is 105 pounds; recommended maximum weight is 170 pounds 26

27 LAMB LEAD H Grades 9+ H Grades 6-8 H Grades 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 outfit, and their lamb. - Classes may be combined depending on number of entrants - The lamb needs to be able to walk on a halter SHEEP- FIBER/ WOOL/FLEECE H * Sheep- Fiber/Wool/Fleece - All 4-H'ers receiving a blue ribbon on their fleece may exhibit at the State Fair; no housing will be provided! -Fleece needs to be at least 3 in length and no more than 13 months growth. Animals need to have been shorn in the past year. SHEEP SHOWMANSHIP RIBBON ONLY H Grades 9+ H Grades 6-8 H Grades 3-5 OTHER SHEEP H Cloverbud Sheep One lamb, either ewe or wether, born after January 1, *Adult or older 4-H er must be in control of the animal at all times. *Learning About Animal Sheep Exhibit-Please see Exploring Animals or Veterinarian Science in the Education Exhibit Section. SWINE Superintendent: Greg Claypool PH ; gkclay@paulbunyan.net BLUE $10.00; RED $9.00; WHITE $8.00 Market Gilts will again be shown at State Fair. (Note: Champion barrows and gilts will never compete and auction limitations will be in place.) All State Fair Swine must meet Japan Maximum Residue Limits see: BIRTH DATES: January Gilt February Gilt March Gilt Market Barrow Born in January of current year Born in February of current year Born in March of current year Born on or after January 1 of current year. Recommended farrow date of February 1 or after. 27

28 Market Gilt Born on or after January 1 of current year. Recommended farrow date of February 1 or after. BREEDING GILTS I - 1 Registered Gilts - All Breeds (Purebred) I - 2 Commercial Gilts (Grade) Use the following Classes, with the Divisions (breeds) and birth dates above, to indicate the age of your project animal(s): - 1* January - 2* February - 3* March MARKET BARROW I * Market Barrow MARKET GILT I * Market Gilt - 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. SWINE SHOWMANSHIP RIBBON ONLY I Grades 9+ I Grades 6-8 I Grades 3-5 OTHER SWINE I Cloverbud Swine One pig, gilt or barrow, born after January 1, (Pen or arena judged prior to show) *Adult or older 4- H er must be in control of the animal at all times. Encouraged use of older 4-H ers animal. *Learning About Animal Swine Exhibit-Please see Exploring Animals or Veterinarian Science in the Education Exhibit Section. *NEW 2016* SCIENCE OF ANIMALS EXHIBITS BLUE $7.00; RED $6.00; WHITE $5.00 HEALTH 28

29 L-10-1* Health Exhibit Beef L-10-2* Health Exhibit Dairy L-10-3* Health Exhibit Goat - Dairy L-10-4* Health Exhibit Goat - Meat L-10-5* Health Exhibit Poultry L-10-6* Health Exhibit Rabbits L-10-7* Health Exhibit Sheep L-10-8* Health Exhibit Swine BREEDING L-20-1* Breeding Exhibit Beef L-20-2* Breeding Exhibit Dairy L-20-3* Breeding Exhibit Goat - Dairy L-20-4* Breeding Exhibit Goat - Meat L-20-5* Breeding Exhibit Poultry L-20-6* Breeding Exhibit Rabbits L-20-7* Breeding Exhibit Sheep L-20-8* Breeding Exhibit Swine PRODUCTION L-30-1* Production Exhibit Beef L-30-2* Production Exhibit Dairy L-30-3* Production Exhibit Goat - Dairy L-30-4* Production Exhibit Goat - Meat L-30-5* Production Exhibit Poultry L-30-6* Production Exhibit Rabbits L-30-7* Production Exhibit Sheep L-30-8* Production Exhibit Swine OTHER L-40-1* Other Exhibit Beef L-40-2* Other Exhibit Dairy L-40-3* Other Exhibit Goat - Dairy L-40-4* Other Exhibit Goat - Meat L-40-5* Other Exhibit Poultry L-40-6* Other Exhibit Rabbits L-40-7* Other Exhibit Sheep L-40-8* Other Exhibit Swine - Science of Animal Exhibits are conference judged with the exhibitor present on Tuesday, August 8 from 1-7 p.m. in the 4-H building. (Exhibits may be moved to livestock barns after judging). -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 -State Fair trips will be available. Exhibits will be judged during Livestock Weekend and 4-H ers may exhibit both an animal and a Science of Animal Educational Exhibit. -This new project is modeled after the 2015 Poultry exhibits that resulted from the Avian Flu outbreak when birds were not allowed to be exhibited. Be creative! GENERAL 4-H EDUCATION PROJECTS *NEW 2016* Choose the STATIC department in FairEntry to register for the following divisions. ALL Projects will be judged TUESDAY, August 8 between 1 p.m. - 7 p.m. unless otherwise noted. 29

30 If you plan to bring more than one item to be judge in a project area you must register for them online in FairEntry. (A maximum of 3 entries per project area). See General Project Exhibit Rules above for additional requirements. Exhibits may be dropped from registration list on entry day but none can be added. *Items marked with an asterisk are State Fair eligible. 4-H ADVENTURES S * Grades 9+ S * Grades 6-8 S Grades 3-5 S Grades K-2 (Cloverbud) - This area is for youth who to 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 * Cat Poster - Grade 9+ P * Cat Poster - Grade 6-8 P Cat Poster - Grade 3-5 P Cat Show (Wednesday, August 9 at 5:00 p.m.) 30

31 CLOVERBUD PARTICIPATION $1.50 P Cloverbud Cat Show (Wednesday, August 9 at 5:00 p.m.) - A cat may be entered in the pet show. - Be prepared to answer questions about your cat and its care. 4-H members can enter up to three cat projects, but only ONE cat. -Cats will be judged on Wednesday, August 9 - Cats must be at least 3 months old and have a current rabies certificate from a veterinarian to be brought to the Fair. Any cat showing signs of health risks or without proof of current rabies vaccination cannot be entered. Be prepared to answer questions about your cat and its care during conference judging - 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 tape 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. - 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 AND TEXTILES 31

32 P * Grades 9+ - Clothes You Make P * Grades Clothes You Make P Grades Clothes You Make P * Grades 9+ - Clothes You Buy P * Grades Clothes You Buy P Grades Clothes You Buy P * Grades 9+ - Non Garment Exhibit P * Grades Non Garment Exhibit P Grades Non Garment Exhibit P Grades 9+ - Recycled Clothing (No State Fair Trip) P Grades 6-8 Recycled Clothing (No State Fair Trip) P Grades 3-5 Recycled Clothing (No State Fair Trip) CLOVERBUD PARTICIPATION $1.50 P Cloverbud Clothes You Make P Cloverbud - Clothes You Buy P Cloverbud - Non Garment Exhibit P Cloverbud Recycled Clothing 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 - 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 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) Colored 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 You Buy Exhibit suggestions: - A purchased garment that fits into your wardrobe plan. - A poster showing cost comparisons, wardrobe building, accessorizing, care, etc. *NEW 2016* Recycled Clothing Requirements (Not State Fair Eligible): -The purchase or acquisition of a garment that has been restyled by size, style, or function. The purchased garment or outfit must be accompanied by an 8-1/2 x11 binder with, at minimum, the following information: a) Before and After photos of the garment b) Colored photo of member wearing the garment. Label photo with name, county, and color of complexion, hair and eyes. c) Cost of garment. Explanation of why garment was purchased or how it was attained, and examples of ways it will be used in existing wardrobe. Include inventory of wardrobe. -Garments may have been worn before showing but should be cleaned and pressed before exhibiting. Recycled Clothing suggestions: -A garment restyled to fit for a second life -Vintage made modern, or vintage altered and wearable 32

33 If you are registering for either or both CLOTHING & TEXTILES or CLOTHING & TEXTILES: FASHION REVUE you are encouraged to attend the Prep Event Thursday, July 6 at 6:30 p.m. at Beltrami Fairgrounds! CLOTHING & TEXTILES- FASHION REVUE P * P * P P * P * P P P P Grades 9+ - Fashion Revue Clothes You Make Grades Fashion Revue Clothes You Make Grades Fashion Revue Clothes You Make Grades 9+ - Fashion Revue Clothes You Buy Grades Fashion Revue Clothes You Buy Grades Fashion Revue Clothes You Buy Grades 9+ - Fashion Revue Recycled Clothing (No State Fair Trip) Grades Fashion Revue Recycled Clothing (No State Fair Trip) Grades Fashion Revue Recycled Clothing (No State Fair Trip) CLOVERBUD PARTICIPATION $1.50 P Cloverbud - Fashion Revue Clothes You Make P Cloverbud - Fashion Revue Clothes You Buy P Cloverbud - Fashion Revue Recycled Clothing CLOTHING & TEXTILES: FASHION REVUE will be JUDGED prior to County Fair on WEDNESDAY, JULY 26 Starting at 1 p.m. at the Evangelical Covenant Church, Bemidji. Participants must model outfit(s) at the County Fair Fashion Review to receive a premium. The Fashion Revue will be held on Friday, August 11 at 6:30 pm at the Shutter Stage. Fashion Revue Clothes You Make, Buy and Recycle Requirements (JUDGED PRIOR TO COUNTY FAIR ON WEDNESDAY, JULY 26) - Participants may model any clothing they have constructed, restyled or purchased as a part of their 4-H clothing project. -Fashion Review judging will be held on Wednesday, July 26 starting at 1 p.m. at the Evangelical Covenant Church in Bemidji. -Participants must model outfit(s) at the County Fair Fashion Review to receive a premium. Fashion revue will be held on Friday, August 11 at 6:30 p.m. CLOVERBUDS INDIVIDUAL CLOVERBUD PARTICIPATION $1.50 No State Fair trips in this division. Requirement: - Cloverbud members have completed kindergarten or grades Members may bring as many as 3 exhibits, which may include any combination of the DEPT/DIV/CLASS below. - All Cloverbud exhibitors will receive the same ribbon and premium, as this is for learning, not competing. - Cloverbud animals MUST meet the same animal health requirements as animals of the same species shown in 4-H shows AND will be pen or arena judged with an adult/youth leader in control of the animal at all times. (Livestock ID s due May 15 th ) 33

34 J J J K K A group project completed by your Cloverbud club (e.g., Cloverbud Club Banner, Cloverbud Poster, etc.). Any one item made by the Cloverbud member at a 4-H Club meeting. 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. Cloverbud Livestock Demonstration Individual (Registered participants will be contacted with times) Cloverbud Livestock Demonstration Team (Registered participants will be contacted with times) K K K K Cloverbud Demonstration Individual Cloverbud Demonstration Team Cloverbud Illustrated Presentation Individual Cloverbud Illustrated Presentation Team Cloverbud Public Presentations for: Demonstration, Illustrated Demonstration, and Youth in Action will take place on Wednesday, August 9 at 1:00 p.m. in the 4-H Exhibit Hall. K K P P P P P P P P Cloverbud Youth In Action Demonstration Individual Cloverbud Youth In Action Demonstration Team Cloverbud- Clothing & Textiles: Clothes You Make Cloverbud- Clothing & Textiles: Clothes You Buy Cloverbud- Clothing & Textiles: Non Garment Clothing Cloverbud- Clothing & Textiles: Recycled Clothing Cloverbud- Clothing & Textiles- Fashion Revue: Clothes You Make Cloverbud- Clothing & Textiles- Fashion Revue: Clothes You Buy Cloverbud- Clothing & Textiles- Fashion Revue: Recycled Clothing Cloverbud- Performing Arts (Wed, August 9 at 1 p.m. on the Shutter Stage) Cloverbud Clothing & Textiles (& Fashion Revue): Prep Event- Thursday, July 6:30 p.m. (Beltrami Fairgrounds) Fashion Revue Judging- Wednesday, July 1 p.m. (Evangelical Covenant Church, Bemidji) County Fair Fashion Revue Show- Friday, August 6:30 p.m. (Shutter Stage, Beltrami Fairgrounds) P P Cloverbud Pet Show (Wed, August 9 at 5 p.m. in the Small Animal Arena) Cloverbud Cat Show (Wed, August 9 at 5 p.m. in the Small Animal Arena) C Goat Show - Cloverbud Goat One junior kid. E Lama Show- Cloverbud Lama One lama or alpaca shown at halter. Z Dog Show - Cloverbud Dog One dog of either sex and any age. G Rabbit Show - Cloverbud Rabbit One rabbit of either sex and any breed or age. A Beef Show - Cloverbud Beef One calf with beef breeding born after January 1, 2017 B Dairy Show - Cloverbud Dairy One calf of a dairy breed born after January 1, 2017 Y Horse Show - Cloverbud Horse Horse or pony shown at halter. H Sheep Show - Cloverbud Sheep One lamb, either ewe or wether, born after January 1, 2017 I Swine Show - Cloverbud Swine One pig, gilt or barrow, born after February 1, 2017 F Poultry Show - Cloverbud Poultry One type of poultry of either sex, and any breed or age. No State Fair trips in this division. Requirement: - Cloverbud members have completed kindergarten or grades 1-2. COMPUTER P * Grade 9+ P * Grade 6-8 P Grade

35 - 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 is original or adapted by the member from an existing program. CONSUMER EDUCATION 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. - Consumer comparison comparing several models of the same item, showing feature, costs, etc., with best item selected and reasons why. CRAFTS & FINE ARTS - Members enrolled in Creative Arts can exhibit in both Fine Arts and Crafts. Note: All exhibitors are awarded at the state fair Blue, Red & White Ribbons, counties can elect to participation ribbons. Then evaluation panels may determine special purple recognition awards. CRAFTS P * Crafts - Grade 9+ P * Crafts - Grade 6-8 P Crafts - Grade For a beginner, choose a project that teaches new techniques. For advanced, choose a project requiring masterful craftsmanship. - Basket making, tie dye, beading, ceramics, leather tooling, calligraphy, work from kits, etc. Requirement: - 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.) 35

36 FINE ARTS P * Fine Arts - Grade 9+ P * Fine Arts - Grade 6-8 P Fine Arts - Grade 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. Requirement: - 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-Hers 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.) CROP SCIENCES CORN P * Grade 9+ P * Grade 6-8 P Grade Crop must be grown on your farm in the previous growing season. - Include 3 x 5 index card listing the variety. - A two quart exhibit of shelled corn (no ear corn), must be placed in a clear two quart jar or 2 clear one quart jars. - An educational display illustrating plant reproduction, soils, plant growth factors, plant characteristics, growing and using plants, plant growth and food production, examples of a plant disease, and the life cycle of that disease explaining causes and control. SMALL GRAINS & LEGUMES P * Grade 9+ P * Grade 6-8 P Grade Crops must be grown on your farm during the previous or current growing season - Include 3 x 5 index card listing the variety. - A two quart exhibit of any soybean or small grain variety, must be placed in a clear two quart jar or 2 clear one quart jars. - An educational display illustrating one of the following ideas: plant reproduction, soils, plant growth factors, plant characteristics, growing and using plants, plant growth and food production, examples of a plant disease, and the life cycle of that disease explaining causes and control. DEMONSTRATIONS Information located under PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS at beginning of Premium Guide **Note judging and evaluation days. 36

37 DOG P * Dog Poster - Grade 9+ P * Dog Poster - Grade 6-8 P Dog Poster - Grade 3-5 Note: Dog Show Entries can be found on the AnSci Pages - Educational exhibits may include models, diagrams or pictures. - Examples: dog diseases, breeding, training, etc. ELECTRIC P * Grade 9+ P * Grade 6-8 P Grade A wiring diagram or schematic must accompany all electric and electronic exhibits - Working electrical item constructed for home, yard, or farm. - Diagram of wiring in your home/farm showing switch locations, fuse boxes, wire size, capacities, fuse sizes, total bulk wattage, appliance wattage, number of circuits, and type of wiring installation. - Electronic item built from kit, plan, or own design with an explanation of what it is and how it is used. - Display ideas: Careers in electrical field, electrical experiment (may or may not have worked), educational display used in teaching others, etc. ENGINEERING DESIGN See for more information AQUATIC ROBOTICS P * Grade 9+ P * Grade 6-8 P Grade Design and build their own remote-operated vehicle (ROV) - Use and adapt it to monitor water quality/aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Education - Teams of a least 3 youth, or individuals may exhibit - *NEW 2016* Illustrate the community partnership (example: DNR, Water Resource or Lake Association) - Display, binder, poster illustrating the process of doing the activity/project - Exhibit of ROV - *NEW 2016* Display showing their use in Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) education - *NEW 2016* Booklet showing their progression in Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) education as a team ENGINEERING DESIGN P * Grade 9+ P * Grade 6-8 P Grade

38 Requirement: - Include description of the problem/challenge being solved - Include description of the engineering design process/steps undergone to solve problem -Display, binder, poster illustrating the process of doing the activity/project -Exhibit of engineering design product -display, binder, poster, webpage exploring a related career ROBOTICS P * Grade 9+ P * Grade 6-8 P Grade 3-5 Note: The goal of the 4-H robotics program is for the 4-H members to explore science, technology and engineering through designing and building a functioning robot. The robot can be either programmable or remote controlled. The robot can be created by an individual or a group. - Exhibits must be labeled with name, and county on all pieces of exhibit. Fair staff will not be responsible for lost, stolen or damaged robots or parts. - *NEW 2016* Include a description of the robot s ability to sense, follow a plan and complete an act. - Exhibits may have a one-page report explaining the function, purpose and construction of the robot. - A robot, a display, diagrams of programming, booklets, etc. RUBE GOLDBERG CHALLENGE P * Team Member (grades 3-8) **Each member (regardless of age) needs register in this class** Rube Goldberg is an overly complex contraption designed to accomplish a simple task. The best RGs emulate their namesake by using a variety of everyday items in a whimsical way to create a series of chain-reaction steps to accomplish a simple task. In the contest, youth not only employ physics and engineering, but humor and storytelling, to create their RG. This activity is a team event of at least 3 and no more than 10 members. -Please refer to the Rube Goldberg Rule Book at 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 ft. x 6 ft. x 6 ft. -Explain one thing/step on the machine that they use science content and skills to help solve a problem/challenge -Need to keep a written record illustrating the process of doing the project. -RG machine itself -display, binder, poster illustrating the process of the doing the activity/project The State Fair competition will consist of a team conference judging experience and a showcase public event. The team conference judging experience will be held during the morning or afternoon of the full day of the Encampment. The combined time of conference judging and the showcase may take the full morning or afternoon, although there will be down time. Teams will be able to explain their Rube Goldberg machine to the judge and demonstrate their contraption as well. These will be scheduled through the day and will be set up to avoid any other judging conflicts that team members may have. The showcase public event is where each team will demonstrate their contraption. Demonstrations will follow the conference judging and will be facilitated by a moderator. 38

39 ENTOMOLOGY P * Grade 9+ P * Grade 6-8 P Grade 3-5 Insect Collection exhibits: A. Collections shall be contained in a glass topped case, drawers available for purchase in varying sizes, approximately 19" x 16.5" x 3" to 24 x 18 x 3. Arrange so that the case may be displayed in a horizontal position. Place project label on lower right corner of glass top. Only one case per exhibitor is allowed. B. Specimens must be collected. Purchased insects are not acceptable. C. Exhibitors must be the collector of the specimens in the project. D. Specimens must be properly pinned with insect pins. Small insects may need to be placed on cardboard points. E. Specimens must be properly labeled. 1) The location, date, and collector must be included on the labels. County and state (and country, when applicable) are minimum location information that should be included. It is valuable to include nearest town or township where the specimen was collected, the type of habitat it was collected from (e.g. on elm tree; on lake shore; indoors.), and the common name of the insect. 2) 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. F. For more specific information on pinning, labeling, and other information, see Collecting and Preserving Insects, *A MN 4-H Entomology Resource Non-Collection Project exhibits: A. Emphasis of project must relate to an aspect of entomology. B. Project must demonstrate specific knowledge of insects. Be prepared to discuss references and sources (e.g. books, magazines, internet, interviews with an expert etc.) C. 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. D. A written report or journal should accompany the project, introducing the subject, describing the process (materials and method), predicting an outcome, stating the results, and discussing any conclusions. Pictures, drawings, charts, tables, or other figures may be used. 1. General Insect Collection: must consist of a minimum of 50 species of adult insects representing at least 8 orders. 2. Specialty insect collection can include but is not limited to a collection of a single order (e.g. Coleoptera or Lepidoptera), a collection of immature insects, a collection of insects from a particular habitat (e.g. aquatic, forest, or prairie) or a collection of economic pests of a specific crop (e.g. insects attacking corn). 3. Non-Collection Project can include but is not limited to life history displays (e.g. insect life cycle), scientific investigation (e.g. insect habitats or effects of environment factors on insects), or insects in current events. EXPLORING ANIMALS P * Grades 9+ P * Grades 6-8 P Grades This area is for 4-Hers who wish to learn more about a given species. Animal ownership is not required. - 4-Hers enrolled in Exploring Animals, Beef, Dairy, Goat, Lama, Poultry, Rabbit, Sheep or Swine may exhibit in this category. - An educational exhibit to show or explain something 4-H er made, did, learned, or may explore consumer issues, breeds or careers. 39

40 EXPLORING THE ENVIRONMENT P * Grade 9+ P * Grade 6-8 P Grade Display on environmental pollution describing the causes, effects on people and other living things, and methods to correct the situation. - Display showing features of soils such as color, structure, texture. - A display or journal of Minnesota plants, insects, animals, birds or fish. Include pictures or drawings and information on habits, foods, and shelter needs. - Display showing erosion control practices such as minimum tillage, terraces, contour strips, grassed waterways, field windbreaks, water control structures, etc. FISHING SPORTS P * Grade 9+ P * Grade 6-8 P Grade Fish identification. 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 identifying the parts of a fish. - Fishing Knots. Identify 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 practices and techniques that are related to fishing or boating. - Examples of how water quality affects the fish eco-system. FLOWER GARDENING P * Grade 9+ P * Grade 6-8 P Grade Label each container according to kind or variety. - *NEW 2016* 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 condition with ease. - When exhibiting cut flowers, we suggest: 1. three stems of one variety of annual flower, or 2. one stem of a hardy perennial, or 3. one stem of summer flowering bulbs, or 4. one blossom of a tea rose, or 5. one stem of a hardy shrub rose. - Flower bouquet or arrangement on any theme. - Display of dried flowers with a card explaining the drying method. - My Flower Garden - Exhibit on poster board, not to exceed 22 x 28". Include a plan of the garden drawn to scale (see Flower Gardening Bulletin, page 3), the correct variety name and pictures (or photographs) of the flowers grown. Be prepared to discuss the process from soil preparation to blooming. - Educational Exhibit showing the principles of propagation or reproduction, nutrition, culture and physiology (how a plant lives and grows). 40

41 FOODS AND NUTRITION FOOD AND NUTRITION P * Grade 9+ P * Grade 6-8 P Grade Exhibit may be food items and/or displays. - Exhibitors should be prepared to discuss with the judge, references and information sources, nutritional values, methods, menu, costs, etc., as appropriate to that exhibit. - The exhibit may be a poster, mobile, three-dimensional display, scrapbook, balance beam, charts, journals, pictures, slides, equipment, supplies, photographs, puppet play, skit, judging comparison, taped interview, file of ideas, research study, etc. - Pictures, food models, plaster, plastic, papier-mâché, etc., are preferable to perishable foods in an educational exhibit. Perishable foods should be used only if they add to or help explain the educational exhibit. If perishable food is a part of the exhibit, the food is to be brought just for judging. - 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 attached to the display. This photograph and a 3x5 note card listing nutrition information and the recipe will be displayed at the exhibit instead of the food. - One serving of a nutritious food (vegetable or fruit dish, snack, bread, dairy, etc.). Include 8½ x 11 poster showing nutritional value, recipe, and a photo of the food. - Study of nutrients needed for yourself or someone else, using the dietary guidelines and My Plate. - Make a food or fitness plan for yourself or someone else and show how it relates to nutritional and energy needs. (Example: an athlete on a volleyball team, a teen who doesn't have a lot of time). - 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 like fat, fiber, and sugar. - Exhibit showing food and/or kitchen safety. - Nutrition/food science experiment. FOOD PRESERVATION P * Grade 9+ P * Grade 6-8 P Grade Exhibitor must be enrolled in Food & Nutrition project. - All recipes, procedures, and times followed must be according to current USDA and/or National Center for Home Food Preservation recommendations. (No family recipes contact Extension Office with questions) - All food preservation 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, processing time, date processed and source of recipe. Pressure canned items indicate dial or weighted gauge and how many pounds of pressure used. - Jars should be heat-tempered glass canning jars. - All jars should be sealed. Leave screw bands on two-piece jar lids. Jellies and jams should 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 picked products. - Jellies and jams must be processed in boiling water bath according to USDA and/or University of Minnesota food preservation publications, available through the Extension Office. Note: Paraffin is not acceptable. - No artificial food coloring should be added to entries. 41

42 - Dried foods may be stored in glass jars, self-sealing plastic bags or airtight plastic bags. The quantity 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. Exhibit suggestions: Suggested exhibits include one (1) jar or one (1) bag of product. - Vegetables or fruits - Jams, jellies, preserves, low-sugar spreads (no frozen) - Pickled products (fermented or added acid, including pickles, sauerkraut, relishes, salsa). - Meats, poultry and/or fish. (Fish must be in pint jars.) - Dried vegetables or dried fruits. - Dried herbs. - Beef or venison jerky. - Food science experiment or educational display. FOOD REVIEW P * Grade 9+ P * Grade 6-8 P Grade 3-5 Exhibit suggestions: - Bring photo, menu, & recipe to fair for display only FOREST RESOURCES P * Grade 9+ P * Grade 6-8 P Grade 3-5 Requirement: - Exhibits should be mounted on cardboard or other sturdy material. - Collection of leaves or needles with twigs, identified with their common name. Common name should be printed near the identified leaf/needle. - Photographic display of forest products--include the name of the product/use to identify the photograph. - Display showing tree growth; annual ring cross-sections; make a seed collection. - 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 information. - Display showing layers of the forest; renewable versus non-renewable resources; forestry careers; leaf and twig identification; taxonomic keys; tree road maps. - Display showing forest succession; tree and forest measurements; fire's effect on the forest; how trees grow; forest types; harvesting methods; entomology of the forest; pathology of the forest. - Display showing forest products, including maple syrup production; wood products; Christmas trees or other forest resources (recreation, wildlife, etc.). - Display showing specialized woodland management, including shelterbelts/windbreaks and urban forestry. FRUIT P * Grade 9+ P * Grade 6-8 P Grade

43 - Include a 3 x 5 index card listing the varieties of fruit, name and club of exhibitor. - Exhibitor should bring 6 items of one variety of fruit. - Display showing a comparison of several varieties 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. - Educational display illustrating diseases (actual specimens) or insects (actual specimens) and methods of control. GEOLOGY BLUE $4.00; RED $3.00; $2.00 P * Grade 9+ P * Grade 6-8 P Grade 3-5 -Attach specimens securely to a backboard and display in a glass-topped case of the same model as used by entomologist (approximately 19 x 16.5 x 3 ). Specimens should be approximately 2 x2. - 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. Attach specimens so they will not fall if case is set on its edge. - Member must have knowledge of how specimens are identified as to rock or fossil type. -Display of birthstones, a rock plate, or an egg carton collection (see geology bulletin), six silly silicates. -Rocks, minerals, or fossils from within Minnesota or on a definite theme such as metamorphism, weathering, quartz minerals, ores, or a theme of your own choosing. -Polished rock types used to make decorative items such as paperweights and jewelry, include an unpolished specimen of each rock type. -Educational exhibit showing the science how s and why s dealing with the principles of geology and natural earth sciences. GLOBAL CONNECTIONS P * Grade 9+ P * Grade 6-8 P Grade 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. HEALTH P * Grade 9+ P * Grade 6-8 P Grade Report on a health issue (i.e. alcohol and chemical abuse, eating disorders, sexuality, sexually transmitted disease, pregnancy, stress, depression) of your choice. - Report on a community project that you conducted on a health issue. Include objectives, audience, timetable, program description, materials, community support and evaluation. 43

44 HOME ENVIRONMENT P * Grade 9+ P * Grade 6-8 P Grade Members exhibiting in this project should be prepared to discuss and/or have written information to show 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 about the subject matter of the specific exhibit, the materials used, how and why it was done, costs involved, and alternatives considered - A photograph and report showing its place in the home environment must accompany exhibits that are items for the home. - Pictures and wall hangings that are exhibited should be finished and ready to hang. - Purchased kits are allowed to be used. - Finished or refinished wood item, or reupholstered furniture. - Repaired, 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 article remade or reclaimed for the home with a link to the past, including history of use. - Description, diagrams/photos, samples and cost of a redecorating or remodeling plan showing before and after. INDOOR GARDENING P * Grade 9+ P * Grade 6-8 P Grade 3-5 -*NEW 2016* Indoor living flowers and plants are to be exhibited in this area (including Indoor Fairy Gardens) Potted Plants: - Flowering plants should be in bloom. - Foliage plants should be in vigorous condition. - Plants should be grown in the exhibited container for at least one month prior to fair. Plants in hanging containers: - Container for the plant should not be more than 10" in depth or diameter. - Maximum total length of hanger and plant should not exceed 4' - Evaluation will include appropriateness of plant for a hanging container, condition, arrangement, hanger to container to plant relationship, and plants being well established. Terrariums: - The terrarium may not exceed 24" in any dimension. - Terrarium should be planted four to six weeks ahead of exhibiting. - Members must be able to identify all plant materials in their terrariums, know why they were selected for use (quality, container and design). - Two or more varieties of house plants with common and botanical name. - Terrarium or dish garden: consider terrarium material of general terrarium plant of native and woodland plants of Minnesota. - Educational exhibit showing plant propagation, plant history, forcing bulbs, life cycle of a flowering plant, etc. 44

45 LAWN AND LANDSCAPE DESIGN P * Grade 9+ P * Grade 6-8 P Grade Posters showing physiology of a tree are not eligible for State fair - Evaluation will be based on design, neatness, plants used, and story told. - Landscape Plan (not to exceed 22" x 28") drawn to scale with plants and major areas of yard labeled; should show changes and future plans. Photographs showing "before and after" views are desirable. - Design a project meeting for this project area (in booklet form) including what you would teach, how you would teach it, goals of your meeting, activities you would include, and visual aids you would use. NEEDLE ARTS P * Grade 9+ P * Grade 6-8 P Grade Each exhibit must include a consumer information tag, if appropriate, with the following information: pattern company name and number, techniques, fiber content, cost, and care instructions. - Participant encouraged to bring instructions/pattern - If item is framed, a wall hanging, or to be displayed on a wall, it should be finished and ready to hang. Exhibit suggestions: - Any item made by the member using the techniques of knitting, crocheting, embroidery and crewel, counted cross stitch, needlepoint, hardanger, hand quilting, weaving, appliqué, latch hook, tatting, other. - Consumer Product Analysis: Comparison and evaluation of materials, supplies, or accessories used for a needle arts technique. - Historical/Cultural Study: Story, poster, or display about a needle arts heirloom from your family or local history museum. Exhibit must include information about how item should be preserved. PERFORMING ARTS P * Grade 9+ P * Grade 6-8 P Grade 3-5 CLOVERBUD PARTICIPATION $1.50 P Cloverbud Exhibit - Performance description form due to County Office by Tuesday, July 11. Form available on website: - Judging will be Wednesday, August 1 p.m. on the Shutter Stage. - Exhibit can be either a performance or an exhibit that shows a member s involvement or interest in the performing arts. - To be eligible for State Fair, the member must be able to discuss the process of selecting, planning, performing and reflection on their project work. -If the exhibit is an actual performance, the performance cannot last longer than 10 minutes. - Poster or display about your involvement or interest in the performing arts. - A puppet and script made and created by member. 45

46 - Create and perform a short story, show, music selection, etc., and include a write-up about it. - A journal or scrapbook (with written statements) of current performing arts experiences. - An educational display of some aspect of music, drama, or performing. PETS P * Pets Poster - Grade 9+ P * Pets Poster - Grade 6-8 P Pets Poster - Grade 3-5 BLUE $6.00; RED $5.00; WHITE $4.00 P Pet Show (Wednesday, August 9 at 5 p.m. in the Small Animal Arena) CLOVERBUD PARTICIPATION $1.50 P Cloverbud Pet Show - (Wednesday, August 9 at 5 p.m. in the Small Animal Arena) -PET MUST BE DOMESTICATED- -A cat or dog may be shown in the pet show or the cat or dog show, not both. -Animals that were raised as a part of another project may not be shown in the pet show. PHOTOGRAPHY BLUE $6.00; RED $5.00; WHITE $4.00 *NEW 2016* additions in RED PHOTOGRAPHY-Digital/film Tips and suggestions from 4-H photography judges to prepare your 4-H photography exhibit and get ready for judging at the fair: See for more details and explanations related to photography and video exhibits. Elements of Photography BLUE $6.00; RED $5.00; WHITE $4.00 P * Grade 9+ P * Grade 6-8 P Grade 3-5 Photo exhibit will focus on what makes a good photograph. *NEW 2016* ONLY overall image corrections are allowed including: cropping, brightness/exposure, color saturation, contrast, sharpening, black and white, sepia or color conversion and exposure correction. Equipment: Any electronic device capable of capturing a photographic image to be printed (i.e. digital or film camera, DSLR, underwater camera, time lapse camera, cell phone, tablet) or drone with attached camera (operator must meet age requirements to use a drone.) *New 2017* - *NEW 2016* All photos exhibited MUST have been taken by the exhibitor during the current 4-H year. - Exhibitor s name, club, county and exhibit class and lot should be printed on the back of the exhibit. - NO picture frame or glass allowed. *New 2017* - When editing or using enhancements an unaltered 4 X 6 photo must be included on the back of the exhibit. - NO picture frame or glass allowed for safety. 46

47 -Allowed exhibits use 4 X 6, 5 X 7 or 8 X 10 photographs, mounted on mat board or poster board neutral colors are best (white, tan, grey, or black) -Do not use construction paper or colored paper. -Use 14 X 22" board for 5 or more photos. Cut a smaller board for 2 to 4 prints or a panorama. -*NEW 2016* When a photo has been altered the original (unaltered) 4 X 6 photo(s) must be included on the back of the exhibit. Exhibit ideas: *NEW 2017* Issue: Focus on the plight of pollinators and the tremendous decline in numbers. Include photographs of pollinators and related information and a short narrative about possible causes and possible solutions. Multi photo exhibits of 5 to 7 same sized photos matted or displayed on poster board, usually 4 X 6 photos. -*NEW 2016* Photo Story (usually 4 X 6 photos). Some examples might include: Town s history, could include photos of residences: e.g. families, elderly citizens, government officials, veterans, teachers, service officials (fire, police, medical), volunteers, founding families history, etc. 4-H project, or another member s 4-H project or your 4-H club s community service Environmental issue(s) or a community need A Day in the Life of (farm or city youth, an elementary, middle school or high school youth, etc.) - *NEW 2016* Show a process (i.e. how to make something or steps to making something) - Common theme or subject of 3 to 7 photos (4 X 6") (i.e. people, buildings, landscape, animals, seasons, action, nature, weather, shapes, close-ups, etc.). - Panorama - Enlargement or multiple 4 X 6 photos to show photographic elements you learned about and includes explaining how you used your camera to take these images. Ideas include: Aperture priority, shutter speed, rule of thirds, leading lines, ISO, etc.) - Enlargement or multiple 4 X 6 photos to show photographic style. Ideas include: Illustrate lighting technique, journalistic photography, documentary photography, commercial photography, portrait setup, collage, etc. Creative/Applied Photography BLUE $6.00; RED $5.00; WHITE $4.00 P * Grade 9+ P * Grade 6-8 P Grade 3-5 *NEW 2016* Photographs in this category MUST involve editing. Software editing is required in this category such as selective coloring, text additions, using layers or layouts. Photos will focus on using photography to show creatively edited photos and how photography is used in everyday life, including creative editing, mugs, ornaments, photo gifts, posters, calendars, brochures and advertising. Equipment: Any electronic device capable of capturing a photographic image to be printed (i.e. digital or film camera, DSLR underwater camera, time lapse camera, cellphone, tablet, digital DSLR or drone with attached camera (operator must meet age requirements to use a drone). *NEW 2017* - All photos exhibited MUST have been taken/produced/enhanced by the exhibitor during the current 4-H year. (Exception an exhibit integrating older photographs) - Exhibitor s name, club, county and exhibit class and lot should be printed on the back of the exhibit. -An unaltered 4 X 6 photo must be included on the back of the exhibit. - NO picture frame or glass allowed for safety. - Enlargements should be 5 X 7 or 8 X10 ; multiple photos on project should be 4 X 6, -*NEW 2016* Exhibit size should determine the size of the photo(s) used, for example an ornament, a calendar, a poster or a brochure would use different sized photographs. - Software suggestions include: Photoshop, Picasa, Gimp, Pickmonkey, Pixi, Fotoflexer, Microsoft Publisher, Apple Pages, etc. (Non-affiliated website information can be found online) Exhibit ideas: 47

48 *NEW 2017* Issue: Focus on the plight of pollinators and the tremendous decline in numbers. Include photographs of pollinators and related information and a short narrative about possible causes and possible solutions. -Multi photo exhibits of 5 to 7 same sized photos matted or displayed on poster board, usually 4 X 6 photos. Enlarged photograph (5 X 7 or 8 X 10 ) digitally enhanced on neutral matting (white, tan, grey, or black). Remember the original (unaltered) 4 X 6 photo(s) must be included on the back of the exhibit. - Enlarged photograph (5 X 7 or 8 X 10 ) digitally enhanced or software enhanced on neutral matting (white, tan, grey or black) (the original (unaltered) 4 X 6 photo must be included on the back of the exhibit.) - Calendar, brochure, event poster, photo gifts, etc. (NO scrapbooks) - Photo gifts: mugs, puzzles, blankets, ornaments, etc. - Illustrate software skills: Using multiple layer techniques, selective coloring, HDR etc. -Slideshow-compilation of photo images-use titles, voice over, background selections, to make a show, etc. For judging can show project on 14 x 22 poster board or computer, tablet or DVD PLANT AND SOIL SCIENCE P * Grade 9+ P * Grade 6-8 P Grade An educational display illustrating one of the following ideas: plant reproduction, soils, plant growth factors, plant characteristics, growing and using plants, plant growth and food production, examples of a plant disease, and the life cycle of that disease explaining causes and control. POTATOES P * Grade 9+ P * Grade 6-8 P Grade 3-5 Requirement: - Twelve potatoes (this year s crop) similar in size with variety identified on a 3 x 5 card. - Educational display illustrating diseases and control, methods of mulching and reasons, causes and effects of sun scald. QUILTING P * Grade 9+ P * Grade 6-8 P Grade 3-5 Requirement: - Each Item should include information listing: pattern book & name, fiber content of fabric & batting, and care instructions. If not quilted or hand tied by the 4-Her, state who tied or hand/machine quilted the final project. (Note: depending on skill level of 4-H'er, someone else may do the final quilting). - Item may be either machine quilted, hand quilted, or hand tied. - A quilted item, any finishing technique acceptable. - Repair of an old quilt. 48

49 - A display showing the history of quilting, fabrics and patterns used in quilting, or a topic of your choice. SAFETY P * Grade 9+ P * Grade 6-8 P Grade Explore a safety issue of your choice. Ideas include traffic safety, home safety, farm safety, community safety, fire prevention, and first aid kit. Include an item for display representative of project activity. - Prepare a First Aid Kit and be able to explain the reasons for the items you included. - Exhibit may be display, binder, poster, etc. Scrapbooking - is no longer a project area Suggestion: Using scrapbook pages in a specific project area as an effective way to show growth and development. Use scrapbook pages to explain the steps in a project. Scrapbooking is not a statewide project area, but it is one way to display information/learning in a project area, rather than a project itself. Examples: Photos and journaling of tree planting experience, how and why trees were planted and what types of trees they are = Forest Resource. Food Preservation = photos and journaling picking berries and the processing and making jam. SELF-DETERMINED P * Grade 9+ P * Grade 6-8 P Grade 3-5 Requirement: - 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 intentional self-directed learning. - A team may consist of not more than three (3) individuals from the same club or from up to 3 different clubs from the same county. - To be eligible for State Fair, the member(s) must be able to discuss the process of selection, planning and management of a self-determined learning experience. - Poster, display, or notebook showing the process of doing the activity/project - Display of finished work SHOOTING SPORTS / WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT P * Grade 9+ P * Grade 6-8 P Grade 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 calculation of dimensions. - MN and 4-H regulations for handling and storing firearms must be followed. 49

50 - 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 sporting firearms and bows will be exhibited, displayed or demonstrated. - Safety techniques applied to shooting activities (e.g., range commands and range safety, eye and ear protection, cleaning a firearm, dressing for safety-first aid, survival skills, etc.). - Shooting Skills (e.g., basic safety rules, basic parts and functions of each piece of equipment, care and maintenance, accessories, position, etc.). - Display illustrating key field identification features of a group of game animals (e.g., distinguishing various species of puddle ducks, differences among five look-alike species, of upland game birds, etc.). - Leadership skills learned in your shooting sports club. - History and nomenclature of trapping, hunting, and firearms. - Sportsmanship: Ethical behavior and responsibility, effects of values to wildlife of modern game laws and regulations. SHOP P * Grade 9+ P * Grade 6-8 P Grade Exhibit must not take up more than 20 square feet of floor space. - Attach a card to all exhibits describing construction materials, unusual joinery finishing techniques, and total cost. - Article made of wood or metal - Wooden or metal article repaired, finished, or refinished. - Display on properties, uses, or processing of wood. SMALL ENGINES P * Grade 9+ P * Grade 6-8 P Grade Small engine that has been reconditioned or repaired. - A device constructed by a member utilizing a small engine. - Display on the parts of an engine, etc. -An educational display of some aspect of small engine use, care, reconditioning, etc. TRACTOR P * Grade 9+ P * Grade 6-8 P Grade Check space requirements for large exhibits with staff. Large exhibits may be displayed outdoors - Fuel must be removed from exhibits for display. Exhibit suggestions: - A poster, video, display, notebook, representing your project learning. - Restored, reconditioned, rebuilt tractor. 50

51 - Exhibit may represent learning about tractor safety, history, use, purchasing decisions, establishing a custom business with your field or lawn tractor, or material prepared to train others. VEGETABLE GARDENING P * Grade 9+ P * Grade 6-8 P Grade Label vegetables with proper variety names. - *NEW 2016* When exhibiting a collection of vegetables, it is recommended the collection includes six different kinds of vegetables (1 large specimen + 3 medium specimen + 2 small specimens = 6 different vegetable specimens for this project) choosing any combination of the following: A. 1 large vegetable specimen (cabbage, squash, melon, pumpkin, cauliflower, swiss chard, etc.) B. 3 different medium size vegetable specimens and include 3 samples of each specimen (tomatoes, onions, peppers, turnips, beets, cucumbers, kohlrabi, carrots, etc.) C. 2 small vegetable specimens and include 12 samples of each specimen (snap beans, lima beans, green beans, green peas, etc.). - Do not use potatoes or cherry tomatoes in the exhibit. - To be considered for State Fair, vegetable exhibits must include six different vegetables or be an educational display. - Collection of three or more different vegetables, (use the guide above). - Display showing three varieties of the same vegetable. - Educational display showing some aspect of vegetable gardening (e.g., the difference in development between thinned vs. unthinned vegetables). - A mini garden planted in a tub, pail, or large planter. VETERINARY SCIENCE P * Grade 9+ P * Grade 6-8 P Grade 3-5 -Exhibit may include models, diagrams, actual items and/or written articles. - Diagram of your favorite animal with anatomy - Display or binder on diseases of animals, ringworm, heartworm, displaced abomasums, hip dysphasia, scours, etc. VIDEO/FILMMAKING P * Grade 9+ P * Grade 6-8 P Grade 3-5 See for more details and explanations related to photography and video exhibits. *NEW 2016* in RED Equipment: 51

52 video camera, digital camera, DSLR, time lapse camera or trail camera, cell phone, tablet, Go Pro. Any electronic device capable of capturing a photographic image to be printed (i.e. video camera, DSLR, underwater camera, time lapse camera, cellphone, tablet, digital DSLR, Go Pro) or drone with attached camera (operator must meet age requirements to use a drone). *NEW 2017* - All videos exhibited must have been recorded in the current 4-H year. *NEW 2016* When appropriate, historical footage can be used, otherwise film/video content must have been taken in the current 4-H year. - All video/filmmaking exhibits must be made by the exhibitor OR if the exhibit is made by a video/filmmaking production team, the exhibitor must be a member and must have created at least 50 percent of the finished video/film. - Video/film must be presented on DVD, USB, flash drive or data CD. - Video/film must include a title and credits. - *NEW 2016* The video/film must be original material, portions 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 publically displayed unless the exhibitor has written permission from the producer to use the material in the video/film. - The exhibitor s name, grade, club, and exhibit class must be clearly printed on all exhibit pieces. - A computer with DVD player or USB port will be provided for viewing the video/film during the conference judging. If other equipment is needed for viewing, additional arrangements need to be made in advance. - Video/film must be playable on Windows, use file format including.wmv,.flv and.mpeg,.avi,.avchd,.mpeg-1,.mpeg-4, as well as a playable DVD. This is not a slideshow (see Creative/Applied Photography for slideshow). Exhibit Ideas: Issue: Focus on the plight of pollinators and the tremendous decline in numbers. Include information of the suspected reasons for the decline and possible solutions. - A poster that illustrates how a video/film camera works, or how to care for video/film equipment, illustration of computer video/film creation, etc. - A video/film short-limited to 5 minutes or less (to insure full viewing by judge during judging process) Showcase various video/film techniques. A selected subject. Include a short storyboard or outline. - A video/film made by blending computer technology and traditional camera created video/film. - A video/film using data from trail camera or time lapse camera (stop action video) or drone with attached camera (operator must meet age requirements to use a drone), -A video/film using Claymation or Stop Action -*NEW 2017* 4-H Film Festival this category is open to participants in this specially designed Video production program. Middle school aged youth are involved in an online experience to learn how to simulate the process a young filmmaker would go through as they produce a high quality short film using their smartphone. WATER / WETLANDS P * Grade 9+ P * Grade 6-8 P Grade Display showing the five unique physical properties of water; the hydrologic or water cycle; the quantities and uses made of water by families, municipalities, industries, animals, and plants; - Display on water quality or management--pollution, conservation, water quality standards, etc. 52

53 WILDLIFE BIOLOGY P * Grade 9+ P * Grade 6-8 P Grade Display showing the life cycle of your favorite wild animal. - Birdhouse, birdfeeder, or homemade bird book of local birds. - An animal book of wild animals of Minnesota--describe habitat, food, and shelter needs. - A wildlife management plan--show practices related to land use and forest management for wildlife. - Basic concepts of Wildlife Management (waterfowl wing boards, birdhouse trails, game food habits, game animal habitat requirements, history of game management, etc.). YOUTH LEADERSHIP P * Grade 9+ P * Grade 6-8 P Grade 3-5 Purpose: Youth Leadership is a project area that requires the member to discover their skills and then develop those skills and share them with others. This might happen individually or with a group. Guidelines: 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. 53