2018 KIMBALL BANNER COUNTY FAIR

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1 2018 KIMBALL BANNER COUNTY FAIR KIMBALL COUNTY AG SOCIETY BANNER COUNTY FAIR BOARD President Doug Lukassen President Ron Barrett Vice President Dave Klinkhammer Vice President Martin Olsen Secretary Steve Watson Treasurer Art Olsen Treasurer Jack Gunderson Secretary Kari Gifford Member Charles Culek Member Rita Stauffer Member Shawn Culek Member Janet Soule Member Alex Engstrom Member Jim Wyatt Member Jim McGinnis Member Dick Soule Member Jim Pruett Member Teresa Clark Member Spencer Teasley Member Keith Wasielewski Member Duane Weisbrook KIMBALL BANNER 4-H COUNCIL KIMBALL BANNER JR. LEADERS President Danessa Terrill Kyle Thurin Nathaniel Mars Vice President Kelly Rundell Bailee Underhill Kayla Thurin Secretary Pamela Olsen Alycia Vrbas Treasurer Angie Haun Member Robin Darnall Member Charles Jones FFA ADVISORS Member Marlene Jones Banner Bill Gifford Member Nathaniel McGowan Kimball Sally Wheeler Member Sara Nicklas Member Matt Thurin Member Linda Williams Member Bryan Woods KIMBALL BANNER FAIR SUPERINTENDENTS * Denotes Committee Chair Beef - *Darrell Snyder Home Environment - *Robin Darnall Sheep & Goats - *Carla Thurin Foods - *Vicki Grubbs Swine - *Tiffany Johnson Photography - *Mary Schutz Dogs - *Tim Anderson Clothing - *Chelsie Autrey Horse - *LaValla Reher Fashion Revue -*Chelsie Autrey Poultry, Rabbits & Small Animal Plant Science, Ag Engineering, Conservation * Farris Vrbas *Katie Culek Concessions - *Danessa Terrill Shooting Sports - *Larry Snyder Catch a Calf Klent Schnell KIMBALL COUNTY AG SOCIETY COMMITTEES Announcer Stand Jack Gunderson Scale House Dave Klinkhammer Cattle Barn Charles Culek Straw & Waste Hog and Sheep Barn Doug Lukassen 4-H Building Kimball County Ag Society Campers Trucking Steve Watson Electricity Duane Weisbrook Water & Wash Racks Keith Wasielewski Horse Arena & Barns Loading Corral, Bleachers, & Bathrooms Jim Pruett NEBRASKA EXTENSION STAFF Karen DeBoer - Extension Educator Aaron Berger - Extension Educator Connie Hancock - Extension Educator Cynthia Gill - Extension Educator Erika Loy Extension Assistant Office Manager 1

2 4-H & FFA Table of Contents Open Class Page 3 4-H & FFA General Rules Page 6 Premier Science Page 7 Citizenship & Civic Education Page 8 Citizenship, Heritage Communications, Expressive Arts & Photography Page 10 Photography, Communications and Theater Arts Presentation Contest, Table Setting, Judging and Speech Page 14 Table Setting, Presentation Contest, Speech Contest, Digital Video Consumer & Family Sciences Page 15 Human Development Clothing, Needlework and Quilt Quest Page 17 STEAM Clothing 1,2,&3, Beyond the Needle Knitting, Crocheting, Quilt Quest Consumer Management Page 24 Shopping In Style, My Financial Future Fashion Show Page 25 Home Environment Page 26 Design Decisions, Sketchbook Crossroads, Portfolio Pathways Heirloom Treasures, Design My Space, Miscellaneous Exhibits Forestry Page 29 Wildlife Conservation Page 33 Wildlife Habitat, Harvesting Equipment/Fishing, Taxidermy Shooting Sports Page 35 Agronomy Page 36 Range Management Field Crops Page 37 Grains Weed Science Page 38 Healthy Lifestyles Page 39 Making Food for Me, Six Easy Bites, Cooking 201, Cooking 301 Cooking 401, Food Preservation, Cake Decorating Health and Safety Page 44 Safety, Fire Education Personal Development and Leadership Page 45 You Design It, ESI Horticulture and Floriculture Page 46 Annuals, Biennials, Perennials, Houseplants, Vegetables, Herbs, Fruits, Special Garden Project, Landscapes Science Engineering & Technology Page 53 Entomology, Model Rocketry, Computer, Robotics, Electricity, Wired for Wind, Electricity, Geospatial, Small Engines, Power of Wind, Woodworking, Welding, Science Engineering Technology (SET) Careers, Veterinary Science FFA Miscellaneous Projects Page 63 Livestock Exhibits & Livestock Sale Page 63 Livestock Educational Displays, Livestock Judging, Beef, Dairy Beef, Sheep, Goats, Swine, Horse, Poultry, Rabbits, Dog, Pets Round Robin Showmanship Page 76 Clover Kids Page 74 Trophy Donors Page 76 Fair Schedule Page 81 2

3 Kimball-Banner Counties Open Class 2018 Home Environment Chairman: Dorothy Griffith Co-Chair: Amira Moore OPEN CLASS RULES AND REGULATIONS The Kimball-Banner County Fair is conducted under the direction of the Kimball County Agricultural Society. While the greatest possible care will be exercised by the management to protect the patrons of the fair, each will be held personally responsible for his or her own actions and the management will not be accountable or responsible for injuries or accidents that occur. The Kimball-Banner County Open Class Committee reserves the final and absolute right to interpret these Rules and Regulations, and arbitrarily settle and determine all matters, questions and differences in regard to them, or otherwise arising out of connection, or incident to the fair. All possible diligence and care will be used to prevent extortion in any form practiced on patrons, to prevent loss or injury of articles or animals on exhibition but it is hereby expressly stipulated that the management of the fair will in no way be responsible should loss occur. ENTRIES FOR EXHIBIT Entry day is Tuesday, August 7, 2018, from 1:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. for all open class exhibits. Open Class participants will not have an interview judging for their exhibits. Judging of exhibits will begin at 1:00 p.m. All exhibits will be released from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, August 12. INFORMATION FOR OPEN CLASS EXHIBITORS 1. All exhibits must be the property of the exhibitor. 2. Articles must be homemade (No purchased items may be brought to the fair) and completed during the period from August 2017 to July Articles may be exhibited only one year and may not have been previously exhibited at another fair, exception livestock. 3. Each exhibitor must have an entry tag. These will be available on entry day at the Exhibit Hall. 4. An exhibitor can enter more than one exhibit per class, however, the exhibit MUST be a different entry, (i.e. 2 loaves white bread will not be accepted, 1 loaf white and 1 loaf wheat accepted; 2 afghans accepted but must be different patterns; 2 Double Petunias will not be accepted, 1 double and 1 ruffled accepted) Classes will be made according to exhibits. 5. Where only one entry is made, and there is no competition, awards will be made strictly on merit basis, at the discretion of the judge. 6. Only purple ribbon winners may compete for Grand Champion. 7. All food exhibits shall be in disposable containers. 8. All clothing exhibits must be brought in on hangers with clear plastic cover. 9. Open Class Divisions are as follows: A = Adult Y = Youth - Age 14 and under 10. Complaints must be in writing, signed and submitted to the Open Class Superintendent. Complaints will be reviewed and a decision will be rendered within one week of the completion of the event. NEEDLE WORK 1001 Knitting 1002 Crochet 1003 Hand or Machine Embroidery 1004 Miscellaneous a) Crewel b) Counted Cross Stitch c) Woven Quilts 1005 Hand Pieced/machine quilted-self 1006 Machine pieced/hand quilted 1007 Machine pieced/hand quilted 1008 Hand Pieced/Hand Quilted-Professional 3

4 1009 Tied Quilt 1010 Miscellaneous: Wall Hanging or Wearable Art Sewing Construction & Textiles 1010 Sewing a) Clothes 1011 Embellished Garments 1012 Miscellaneous a) Placemats b) Wall Hangings c) Accessories Crafts - All Examples: Painting, Centerpieces, Wreaths, Candles, Paper Crafts (Cards, Photos, Quilling, Scrapbooking, Stamped Articles), Upcycled/Recycled Projects, Jewelry, Metals, Dolls, Macramé, Weaving, Ceramics, Wood Working, Leather. If a special technique has been used to create the exhibit, please write it on the entry card. More than two identical items will be judged as a group. (Examples: Potholders) 1013 Wood working 1014 Painting 1015 Paper Craft 1016 Porcelain/Ceramics 1017 Jewelry 1018 Cloth 1019 Leather 1020 Welding 1021 Doll houses a) Completed in 1 year b) Add ons each year new addition Foods Put all exhibits in plastic bags or on paper plates except pies. Pies should be in a disposable aluminum foil pie pan. There is no limit on entries in each class as long as different recipes are used. Please indicate if you will be picking up your food items at time of entry Breads, yeast or quick (1 loaf) 1018 Rolls, muffins, biscuits (4) 1019 Cakes/decorated a) Decorated cupcakes (4) b) Decorated cakes (whole cakes) c) Decorated cookies (4) d) Cakes (whole cakes) 1020 Pies (Whole pie in a disposable foil pan) (No Cream Pies) 1021 Cookies/Candy (4) 1022 Snack mix (½ cup) 1023 Miscellaneous Food Preservation Please enter one jar, pint or quart (Kerr or Ball jars) fruit, vegetables & meat will not be opened. All canned goods must have the name of product, date canned, and method of canning and processing time on the bottom of the jar. (i.e. Beans, pressure canner - 25 minutes at 15#) Paraffin is no longer recommended. T Canning & Preserving Flowers/Horticulture Read the schedule for quantity and type to enter. All horticulture classes must be grown by the exhibitor and should be named if 4

5 possible. Horticulture entries must be in clear containers or bottles. The size of container should be in proportion to the size of the horticulture specimen. No artificial flowers or leaves can be used. Leaves attached to stem should be left on if possible. No leaves should be in the water. The flowers will last longer if they are picked the night before the show and immediately plunged into a pail of lukewarm water to harden overnight. Groom specimens by removing all dirt, spray residue, etc. on the foliage, stem and flower. You may remove or trim damaged foliage and trimming petals is allowed as long as it does not affect the appearance of the specimen. If the schedule calls for 1 COLOR for a certain flower, pick 3 of the same size, color and at same stage of development. Wedging (such as clear Saran Wrap or a small section of stem) may be used to hold the flower in an upright position in the glass container. Please print the name of flower on entry tag. (Example: Marigold) Flowers Annuals and biennials - 3 stems of a single variety (cultivar) unless otherwise noted in parenthesis Flowers a) Annuals/Biennials b) Perennials c) House Plants d) Miscellaneous Fairy Gardens, Terrariums, Hanging Baskets, Desert Gardens Horticulture The following rules will govern exhibits: - Uniformity, trueness in type of variety, free from injury or disease, quality. - Exhibits must be grown by exhibitor. - All exhibits must be true to entry, as to variety and classification. - Seeds and plants maturing later than fair time may be from last year s crop. - Stems need to be attached. - Kale & Leafy Vegetables should be displayed in water - Please designate variety on entry card. (Danvers Carrots) 1025 Horticulture a) Vegetables b) Fruit FRUIT 1025 Fruit Photography All work must have the name, address and telephone number of exhibitor fastened to the back. All work must have been completed after the 2018 fair. All work is received at the artist s own risk. Entries are to be original. Copies will not be judged. No material accepted that has been previously shown at the County Fair. No entries will be accepted unless framed or matted or mounted. Artwork and photography need to have hangers, preferably screw eyes and wire. All photography and artwork must be able to hang unless artwork is a sculpture or other 3-D item. Exhibitor must furnish the easel or stand for such entries. Please put the title of your work on the printed entry card. Photos may be framed or non-framed. Both must be ready to hang. No professionally printed photos Color 1027 Black and white 1028 Wrapped/framed 1029 Matted/un matted 1030 Framed/unframed Ag Engineering All work must have the name, address and telephone number of exhibitor fastened to the back. All work must have been completed after the 2017 fair. All work is received at the artist s own risk All Ag engineering items 5

6 4-H & FFA GENERAL RULES Entries are open to those members of 4-H Clubs or FFA Chapters in Kimball Banner Counties. Exhibits must be products of the current year s projects and records must be up to date. All 4-H and FFA members will be eligible to participate in County Fair until their 19 th birthday as of January 1 st of the current year, except for FFA members who are pursuing an American Degree making them eligible until their 21 st birthday or project completion. State Fair: In classes where presence of the 4-H er is required for judging purposes, such as animal exhibits, judging contests, presentations, and fashion show, a 4-H member must be 10 by January 1, For classes where presence of the 4-H er is not required, the exhibitor must be 8 years of age by January A member must be enrolled in the project by July 16 th to exhibit at the Fair. Fair pre-entry forms are due July 16, Entry sheets must list ALL exhibits which a member plans to enter. Department and classes must be shown for each exhibit entered in the Fair. All entries must be put on the entry sheet and will not be accepted at a later date and definitely NOT at the Fair. All livestock entries must have a 4-H/FFA ear tag number on the Fair pre-entry forms. All Static Exhibits entries will close at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday. All livestock exhibits will close at 3:00 pm. Thursday. All exhibits will remain on display throughout the County Fair except as noted in class rules. In special circumstances, permission for early release can be requested from the respective Superintendent and the Extension Educator(s). Exhibits removed before release time without permission will automatically result in the forfeiting of premiums, ribbons, and trophies due to that exhibit. Static exhibits will be released on Sunday at 4 PM prior to the Parade of Champions. Animals not being sold in the livestock auction may be released following the Parade of Champions on Sunday. The maximum offered in premiums for Kimball County will be $2, Should premiums exceed this amount, all premiums will be reduced in proportion as is necessary. Banner County premiums are not included in the maximum. The respective Superintendent(s) and the 4-H Council President or if personally involved a representative of the 4-H Council of the Executive Committee (Vice Chair, Secretary, or Treasurer) has the authority to make appropriate decisions based on the 4-H Premium Book. RIBBONS AND AWARDS All awards will be made on the grouping system of Purple, Blue, Red, and White, unless otherwise specified. Purple ribbons denote an exhibit of superior quality that has met and exceeded all of the standards. Blue ribbons denote an above average exhibit that has met almost all of the standards in a way that surpasses the norm. Red ribbons indicate average quality and indicate that the exhibit has met the majority of standards in such a way that the benchmark was reached, but not exceeded. White ribbons indicate that the exhibit has not met the majority of the standards. Judge s decision will be final. Exhibits must receive a purple in the class in order to be eligible to receive a Grand Champion in the class (with the exception of Horses). Grand Champion Rosettes - $3.00, Reserve Champion Rosettes - $2.00. Special Recognition An award is given to recognize youth who have exhibited exceptional creativity, originality or interview skills in a specific project area. This award is not dependent on ribbon placing and will be given at the judge s discretion; however, the exhibit should stand out from other exhibits. INFORMATION FOR 4-H EXHIBITORS Junior Division is ages 8-11 and Senior Division is ages 12 & Older, unless otherwise stated. A. 4-H members in the Jr. Division may have a parent observe during the interview portion of judging. B. In all classes, an asterisk (*) indicates articles are eligible for State Fair. There are restrictions to the number of articles eligible in some project areas. Large articles selected to go to State Fair are the responsibility of the exhibitor. C. The 4-H emblem should be worn at all 4-H events. D. Many exhibits require additional information attached. The directions for this information are listed under each project section. 6

7 E. Only one entry per class unless otherwise stated. Exceptions include market beef, market sheep, market swine, poultry, meat goat, dairy goat and photography. F. In State Fair classes where an exhibitor has two entries, an exhibitor may only send one exhibit per class if both are chosen for State Fair; this includes the Premier Science Awards. Sending a delicate, breakable, or valuable item is highly discouraged. ALL STATIC EXHIBITS MUST RECEIVE A PURPLE RIBBON AT COUNTY FAIR TO ADVANCE TO STATE FAIR. G. Grievance Procedure-Regulations and problems arising not covered in this book will be decided by the 4-H Protest Committee. The committee is composed of two 4-H Council representatives, FFA Representative, the Extension Educators (non-voting ex-officio members), two representatives of the Extension Board (one from Kimball County and one from Banner County), one representative of the Kimball County Ag Society, one representative of the Banner County Fair Board and the Superintendent(s) of the respective department in which the problem arises. Representatives of the 4-H Council and Extension Board will be identified by their organizations at least 30 days prior to the start of the Fair. One of the 4-H Council representatives will be selected to chair the committee. The 4-H Protest Committee reserves the right to withhold premium and/or award. The 4-H Protest Committee will deal with actions that occur during the County Fair and Fair events only. They will meet when needed to act upon concerns. A. All protests must be submitted to a Nebraska Extension Educator in writing and signed. B. The legible written protest must include: 1. Names of persons involved 2. Nature of concerns 3. Situation and documentation 4. Specific action, rule, etc., in question 5. Recommendations for correction 6. Additional persons that the committee may contact for further clarification C. The 4-H Protest committee will review the written protest. They may discuss the situation with affected persons (i.e. 4-H ers and parent or guardian) and show officials. Recommendations will be developed, followed, and communicated both verbally and in writing to the group or individual affected. D. In cases of protest, the exhibitor may be allowed to show, but results of showing will be subject to change based on the outcome of the protest process. This allows for smooth operation of the show and facilitates appropriate processing. E. Protests will not be accepted after a 24-hour period from the time of occurrence or after the exhibit is released from the 4-H County Fair. F. Actions of the 4-H Protest Committee will be completed no later than 10 days following the last day of the county fair. G. The 4-H Protest Committee decision is final. Protests related to judge s integrity, decisions, placing, or other evaluations will not be accepted. PREMIER SCIENCE AWARD Objective: Recognize 4-H youth static exhibits incorporating or demonstrating concepts from the areas of 4-H Science (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Applied Math) at the Nebraska State Fair. Exhibits in all curriculum areas will be considered for the award. Curriculum Areas Targeted: Animal Science, Communications/Expressive Arts, Consumer & Family Sciences, Environmental Education and Earth Science, Healthy Lifestyles, Leadership & Citizenship, Plant Sciences, Science Engineering & Technology (SET). Exhibit Entry: Youth will identify one exhibit to be considered for the Premier 4-H Science Award. The Premier 4-H Science Award Application must be submitted along with a photograph of the exhibits on entry day and is available at the Extension Office. Judging: A score sheet will be used to judge each exhibit. Exhibits which do not have a completed application or photograph can be disqualified at the discretion of the judge. *H Premier 4-H Science Award - Only one exhibit per youth will be eligible for the Premier 4-H Science Award. 7

8 CITIZENSHIP CITIZENSHIP & CIVIC EDUCATION PURPOSE: To foster civic responsibility and action within the diverse areas of citizenship including community service, service learning, government and policy making. Premier 4-H Science Award is available in this area. CITIZENSHIP & CIVIC EDUCATION SUPPORTING MATERIAL All entries must have the following: 1. Statement explaining the purpose of the exhibit and how the exhibit will be used. Exhibitors are encouraged to show evidence of their personal field experiences, study or observations that relate to their exhibit. 2. Information should reference material sources or supporting information used in exhibits (i.e., if questions from a game were taken from an outside source, they must be referenced). 3. All entries should be labeled with exhibitor s name, club and county. CITIZENSHIP LEVEL 1 *A Care Package Display - This exhibit is a display about the PROCESS of creating and giving a care package, not the actual care package. You may use a poster, Power Point or another multimedia program to tell about the PROCESS of developing and giving a care package to a service organization. You need to answer the following questions in your exhibit. 1. How did you select the organization? 2. What items did you include in your care package? 3. Why did you select those items? 4. How did it feel to present your care pack to the organization? 5. What did you learn from this experience? 6. Other information that you feel is important about the care package or organization. Some examples of care packages are: Backpack for school supplies, litter pan for animal shelter items, suitcase for abuse shelter or homeless shelter, etc. *A Citizenship Game which could include, but isn t limited to, symbol flashcards, question-and-answer board or simulation with props. Clear instructions on how to play the game and what the game hopes to accomplish must be included. *A Patriotic or Cultural Fine Arts can be made of any art media but should tie in the relevance of the artwork to citizenship. *A Public Adventure Scrapbook should describe your Public Adventure or Service Learning Activity. Scrapbooks must measure no more than 16 x 16. *A Public Adventure Poster should describe your Public Adventure or Service Learning Activity. Display posters must be stiff enough to stand when supported from behind and below. Length and width must be no more than 24 x 28. *A Written or Recorded Stakeholder Interview should follow the outline found in the Public Adventures Curriculum. It may be written or recorded. *A Written Citizenship Essay is designed to promote good citizenship and patriotism. This essay is open to all age groups. All essays should be typewritten words. *A For 9th-12th Graders Only - Oral Citizenship Essay addressing the theme Freedoms Obligations should be 3-5 minutes. No background music, singing or other enhancement allowed. All essays should be saved as a wav or mp3 file; a USB/thumb drive will be accepted. Voice tone should be normal and conversational. A copy of the written essay should be attached. *A Service Items can include but aren t limited to lap quilts and homemade toys. Only non-perishable items will be accepted. Attached to the exhibit should be an explanation of who the recipient was and how the service project was made and used. The service item could be part of a larger community service effort. *A H Club Exhibit should depict what a 4-H club has done in the area of community service. This item could include, but is not limited to, a service item, poster, scrapbook, and cultural or creative arts item or care package. 8

9 CITIZENSHIP LEVEL 2 *A Cultural Fine Arts can be made of any art media but should symbolize what makes them unique. *A How Are We Different? Interview should follow the interview guide in the participant manual on page 3 and should reflect on the differences and similarities between you and the person you are interviewing. *A Name Art should be creative art exhibit that symbolizes or explains where your name came from and what it means. Any media can be used. *A Family History depicting your family cultural history or the ethnic make-up of your community noting: Who were the first settlers. Where did they come from? Is there evidence of the background today? (local celebrations, family celebrations, museum or educational displays, historical markers, etc.) *A Exhibit depicting a cultural food that is special to your family. It can be a story or essay. *A This is Who I Am poem *A Poster that depicts what you have learned through the i2i Project. *A Biography about a historical figure that has made a positive impact on our society or who have made a difference in the lives of others. *A Play Script written about a different culture. HERITAGE An exhibit of items, pictures, maps, charts, slides/tapes, drawings, illustrations, writings or displays that depict the heritage of the member s family or community or 4-H history. Please note: Exhibits are entered at 4-H ers own risk. We will not be responsible for loss or damage to family heirloom items or any items in this division. Displays should not be larger than 22 x 28 wide. Use the current entry form. Display collections securely in an attractive container no larger than 22 x 28. Exhibits must include NAME - COUNTY & PAST EXPERIENCE (years in Explore Your Heritage, or projects) on back of exhibit. All entries must have documentation included. Premier 4-H Science Award is available in this area. HERITAGE - Level 1 Beginning (1-4 yrs. in Project) *A Heritage poster or flat exhibit. Entries may be pictures, posters, items that depict family heritage. Exhibits must be supported by a written explanation. *A Family Genealogy/History Notebook Include pedigree charts/family group sheets, with documentation for twothree generations of one family line, expanding each year. If multiple books included in exhibit, only bring book with most current year s work. *A Local History Scrapbook/Notebook that depicts history of local community or Nebraska that helps youth appreciates their heritage. *A Framed family groupings (or individuals) of pictures showing family history. Pictures must be supported by a written explanation. *A Other exhibits depicting the heritage of the member s family or community. Exhibit must be supported by a written explanation. Exhibit may include, biographical album of themselves or another family member, family cookbooks, etc. *A H History Scrapbook - A scrapbook relating 4-H history of local club or county. Must be work of individual 4-H er - no club project. If multiple books included in exhibit, only bring book with most current year s work. *A H History Poster - Poster relating 4-H history of local club or county or individual. *A Story or illustration about a historical event. *A Book review about local, Nebraska or regional history. *A Other historical exhibits - Attach an explanation of historical importance. *A Family Traditions Book - Exhibitor scrapbook depicting family traditions of the past. *A Family Traditions Exhibit- Story or illustration of a family tradition or event. Exhibits must be supported by a written explanation. *A H Club/County Scrapbook - Scrapbook relating 4-H history of local club or county compiled by club historian. If multiple books included in exhibit, only bring book with most current year s work. 9

10 *A H Member Scrapbook - Scrapbook relating to individual 4-H member s 4-H history. If multiple books included in exhibit, only bring book with most current year s work. *A Special Events Scrapbook - A scrapbook relating to a 4-H special event, such as Congress or CWF or a personal or family special event, such as a trip, family reunion, etc. HERITAGE - LEVEL 2 Advanced (over 4 yrs. in project) *A Heritage poster or flat exhibit. Entries may be pictures, posters, items, etc. that depict family heritage. Exhibits must be supported by a written explanation. *A Family Genealogy/History Notebook Include pedigree chart/family group sheets, with documentation beyond two-three generations of one family line, expanding each year. If multiple books included in exhibit, only bring book with most current year s work. *A Local History Scrapbook/Notebook - Scrapbook or notebook that depicts history of local community or Nebraska that helps youth appreciate their heritage. *A Framed family groupings (or individuals) of pictures showing family history. Pictures must be supported by a written explanation. *A Other exhibits depicting the heritage of the member s family or community. Exhibit must be supported by a written explanation. Exhibit may include biographical album of themselves or another family member, family cookbooks, etc. *A H History Scrapbook - A scrapbook relating 4-H history of local club or county. Must be work of individual 4-H er - no club project. If multiple books included in exhibit, only bring book with most current year s work. *A H History Poster - Poster relating 4-H history of local club or county or individual. *A Story or Illustration about a historical event. *A Book Review about local, Nebraska or regional history. *A Other historical exhibits - Attach an explanation of historical importance. *A Exhibit depicting the importance of a community or Nebraska historic landmark. *A Community Report documenting something of historical significance from past to present. *A Historic Collection (displayed securely and attractively in a container no larger than 22 x 28 ). *A Video/DVD or Slide/tape documentary of a family or a community event. Must be produced and edited by 4-H member. *A H Club/County Scrapbook - Scrapbook relating 4-H history of local club or county compiled by club historian. If multiple books included in exhibit, only bring book with most current year s work. *A H Member Scrapbook - Scrapbook relating to individual 4-H member s 4-H history. If multiple books included in exhibit, only bring book with most current year s work. *A Special Events Scrapbook - A scrapbook relating to a 4-H special event, such as Congress or CWF or a personal or family special event, such as a trip, family reunion, etc. COMMUNICATIONS, EXPRESSIVE ARTS & PHOTOGRAPHY Expressive Arts & Photography A. 4-H Photography Units II and III will be allowed to exhibit at the State Fair. B. Each exhibitor is allowed two exhibits per class. 4-Her s are allowed entries in only one unit of competition C. 4-H ers are allowed entries in only one Unit of competition. D. Entry Tags: Entry tag must be securely attached to the upper right hand corner on the back of displays or prints. E. A photograph may only be used on one exhibit and may be taken with a film or digital camera. F. Photos must be shot during the current project year by the 4-H member. G. Securely attach photos. Photos that are unattached will be disqualified. H. Do not use photo corners, borders or place coverings over the exhibits. Do not include negatives. I. PERSONAL DATA TAG - PART A - REQUIRED ON ALL CLASSES (Be specific when describing your camera and settings) Securely attach the tags to the back of exhibits or include as page one in your photo showcase. Unit 2 and prints and displays require the Unit 2 Print/Display Data Tag. Unit 2 showcases require the Unit 2 Showcase Data Tag. All Unit 3 10

11 entries, including portfolios require the Unit 3 Data Tag/Data tags are available at: J. Exhibits not following these rules will be dropped one ribbon placing and will not be allowed to be selected for State Fair. FOCUS ON PHOTOGRAPHY - UNIT 1 BEGINNER Personal Data Tag - Part B is not required for Unit 1. Refer to pages mentioned in the Unit 1, Focus on Photography manual. B Fun With Shadows - Take a photo of a shadow and also of the object that is casting the shadow. Include both photos mounted on an 11 x 14 board (preferably black). Refer to pages 22 & 23. B Magic Tricks - Take a photo illustrating how your camera creates magic, Special Effects. This should be a 5 x 7 or 8 x 10 print and matted. Refer to pages 50 & 51. B Favorite Pet - Take a photo of your favorite pet. This print should be a 5 x 7 or 8 x 10 print and matted. Refer to pages 45 & 55. B Photo Story - Take a series of 3-5 photos that tell a story. Make sure that your story has a clear beginning, middle and end. Photo Story can be on either 11 x 14 or 14 x 22 board (preferably black). Refer to page 58. B Bird s Eye or Bug s Eye View - This print should be a 5 x 7 or 8 x 10 print and matted. Refer to pages 46 & 47. B People and/or Places - This print should be a 5 x 7 or 8 x 10 print and matted. Refer to pages 54 & 55. CONTROLLING THE IMAGE - UNIT 2 INTERMEDIATE A 4-H member enrolled in Unit II may not exhibit in a lower Unit. UNIT 2 GUIDELINES A. Unit 2 Picture Displays: 1. Three 4 x 6 photos mounted on a single horizontal 11 x 14 black (preferred) or white poster or matting board. 2. Every photo on picture display must be pencil numbered (no. 2 lead pencil) below (for judge s reference only). Numbers should be readable but not detract from the display. 3. No titles, captions, or stick-on numbers will be allowed. 4. Photos must be mounted vertically or horizontally. 5. Unit 2 Print/Display Data Tags are required. B. Unit 2 Exhibit Prints 1. All exhibit prints are 8 x 10 prints mounted in 11 x 14 (outside size) cut matting (no frames) with a sandwich mat-board backing (not foam board) rectangular or oval inside mat opening. 2. Place photos horizontally or vertically as appropriate. 3. Unit 2 Print/Display Data Tags are required. C. Unit 2 Photo Showcase 1. Choose one lesson from each of the four project areas in the Level 2 project manual titled Controlling the Image. (available at Extension Office) For example you might choose You Take Control from Project Area 1, Lighting in a Flash from Project Area 2, The Rule of Thirds from Project Area 3 and Bits and Pieces from Project Area Take three photos that showcase each lesson, for example 3 photos using different shutter speeds or 3 photos showcasing the Rule of Thirds. You will take 12 photos in all. 3. Mount 4 x6 photos on an 8½ x 11 on white paper. For each set of three photos include a short paragraph describing the lesson you are illustrating and changes you made to your camera settings for each photo (shutter speed, aperture, type of lighting). You may also draw the rule of thirds or golden photo on your photos. 4. Place pages in an 8½ x 11 black or white three-ring binder. Plastic sleeves are recommended for each page. 5. Showcase Data Tags are required. For your showcase complete only the Showcase Data Tag and include this as page one of your showcase. *B Controlling the Image Showcase - Entry will consist of a three-ring binder of three 4x6 photos showcasing four lessons addressed in the Level 2 project manual titled Controlling the Image. A showcase will include a total of 12 11

12 photos. *B Manual Setting Exhibit Print Entry will consist of a print that showcases the participant s ability to master the manual settings on the camera. 1) Manual Focus, 2) Manual Aperture, 3) Manual Shutter Speed,4) Combination of any of the listed techniques, 5) Other technique not listed. Controlling the Image, p *B Lighting Display or Exhibit Print - Entry will consist of a display of 3 pictures of 3 different subjects or one exhibit print that demonstrates lighting effects. (Low Lighting, Hard Lighting, Soft Lighting, Silhouettes and Lighting with a Flash). Controlling the Image p *B Composition Display or Exhibit Print - Entry will consist of 3 photos illustrating 3 completely different views or angles of the same object or a print that illustrates one of the following composition lesson in the Level 2 Project Manual (Rule of Thirds, The Golden Photo, Space Tells the Story, Bits and Pieces, Capture a Candid Photo) Controlling the Image, p *B Phone Candid Capture Display or Exhibit Print Entry will consist of display of 3 pictures of 3 different candid shots or an exhibit print that captures a candid, unposed moment. *This class is only for photos captured on mobile device (phone or tablet.) Controlling the Image, p *B True Leader Exhibit Print Explore true leaders in your community. True leaders can be anyone from community leaders, teachers, and volunteers to parents and friends. So, what sets them apart? What makes someone a true leader? What effect do they have on the people or environment around them? How can you tell their story through photography? MASTERING PHOTOGRAPHY - UNIT 3 ADVANCED A 4-H member enrolled in Unit III may not exhibit in a lower Unit. UNIT 3 GUIDELINES A. Unit 3 Exhibit Print 1. All exhibit prints are 8 x 10 prints mounted in 11 x 14 (outside size) cut matting (no frames) with a sandwich mat-board backing (Not foam board); rectangular or oval inside mat opening 2. Unit 3 Photo Data Tags are required. 3. Note: Manual adjustments are strongly encouraged for Unit 3 Exhibits. B. Unit 3 Photography Portfolio 1. Select 10 photos from your 4-H career that represent the strongest collection of your work. 2. Photos may have been taken at any time during the 4-H experience and may have been previously exhibited. Photos can only be used in a portfolio once. 3. Place photos in plastic sleeves and present them in an 8 1/2 x 11 black or white 3-ring binder. (No matting is necessary.) 4. On the first page of the portfolio include a table of contents listing a title for each photo in your collection and a narrative describing the overall intent for the portfolio. For example, the portfolio could include a range of your work from your earlier years in 4-H photography to the present, you could have a creative theme for your portfolio or you could include photos that illustrate your diverse photography skills. 5. Unit 3 Data Tags are required along with supporting information. On the page prior to EACH photo include an information sheet for each photo that includes 1.) Unit 3 Data Tag. 2.) The photograph title and 3.) A paragraph describing how the photo contributes to the overall intent of your portfolio. The information sheet and the photo should create a 2-page layout so that when the portfolio is open the information sheet is the page on the left and the photo is the page on the right. *B Photography Portfolio - Entry will consist of ten photos that represent the strongest collection of the participant s work. See the notes above regarding details for the class. *B Advanced Lighting Exhibit Print - Entry will consist of a print that illustrates creative lighting. Mastering Photography p *B Breaking the Rules Entry will consist of a print that presents a unique focal point and uses different viewpoint, lines, shapes and spacing to create a compelling image. Mastering Photography, p *B Portrait Exhibit Print Entry will consist of a print that captures both physical characteristics and personality in their subjects. Mastering Photography, p *B Challenging Exhibit Print - Entry will consist of a print that illustrates a special effect: 1) Double Exposure; 2) Light Painting; 3) Flash Multiple Exposure; 4) Filters Mastering Photography, p ; 5) 12

13 Night Time Exposure, Mastering Photography, p. 22-2; 6) Digitally Altered Photos; 7) Other technique not listed. Mastering Photography, p *B True Leader Exhibit Print Explore true leaders in your community. True leaders can be anyone from community leaders, teachers, and volunteers to parents and friends. So, what sets them apart? What makes someone a true leader? What effect do they have on the people or environment around them? How can you tell their story through photography? COMMUNICATIONS Educational resources for youth taking the Communications project can be found at Static exhibits in this division will be evaluated on clarity of purpose/message in relation to communication, accuracy of information, originality, creativity, evidence of exhibitor s learning in this area and educational value of exhibit to viewers. Communications Module 2 Use one or a combination of the experiential activities in the Communications, Module 2 curriculum to create an educational poster or essay sharing with others what you have learned. Topics may include, but are not limited to: 1) Identifying cultural differences in communication; 2) Developing guidelines for internet etiquette; 3) Evaluating another person s presentation; 4) Identifying communication careers; 5) Preparing a presentation using a form of technology. *B Poster Create a poster, measuring either 22 x 28 or 24 x 36 that showcases what was learned in this project area. *B Essay Write an essay (3-5 pages) that showcases what was learned in this project area. Communications Module 3 Use one or a combination of the experiential activities in the Communications, Module 3 curriculum to create an educational poster, essay, or digital media sharing with others what you have learned. Topics may include, but are not limited to: 1) Composing a personal resume; 2) Completing research on a speech or presentation topic; 3) Identifying ways to reduce risks online, 4) Evaluating own cell phone usage and etiquette, 5) Critiquing advertisements, 6) Job shadowing a communication professional *B Poster - Create a poster, measuring either 22 x 28 or 24 x36, that showcases what was learned in this project area. *B Essay - Write an essay (3-5 pages) that showcases what was learned in this project area. *B Digital Media - Design a form of digital media (advertisement, flyer, short video or presentation, social media or web page, etc.) that showcases what was learned in this project area. Upload the digital media file to an online location (web site, Dropbox, Google Drive, YouTube, Flickr, etc.) and using the web address of the digital media file, create a QR code (using any free QR code creator, ex. qr-code-generator.com). Print the following on an 8.5 x11 sheet of cardstock: 1) the QR code, 2) 1-3 sentences about what viewers will see when they access the QR code on their mobile device THEATER ARTS B B B B B B Costume - Made or decorated by the 4-H er for use in a theatre arts production. Costume could be for yourself or others. Portfolio - A collection of photographs, sketches, or other samples illustrating the theatre arts learnings such as costume design, stage makeup, written scripts, set design, or other related learnings. Puppet - Exhibit consists of a puppet made by the 4-H er for use in a theatre arts production. Script - A script written by a 4-H er for a play, musical, skit, puppet show or other type of theatre arts production. Stage Set Photography Display - A display of photos of a stage set that was designed and built by the 4-H member. Include description of the photos. Acting Portfolio - A collection of photographs of the 4-H er acting in a play. Include a written description of the photos. 13

14 PRESENTATION CONTEST, TABLESETTING AND SPEECH TABLE SETTING Purple - $3.00 Blue - $2.00 Red - $1.00 White - $.50 Guidelines for Table Setting are available at the Extension Office. Tables must be set up on Tuesday, August 7th by 11:30 a.m. These are not eligible for Kimball Banner County Grand Champion Fair Awards. B Junior Table Setting (8 to 11 years old) B Senior Table Setting (12 and older) TEACHING (Trade Show Exhibit) Presentation Contest Purple - $4.00 Blue - $3.00 Red - $2.00 White - $1.00 A Teaching (Trade Show Exhibit) Presentation, given by one (1) individual or a team of two (2) individuals is a live, interactive, trade show style presentation where youth will continuously engage a constantly-changing/moving audience for 30 minutes by showing and telling them how to do something while answering questions. Teaching Presentations are given behind a table amongst 4-H exhibits. Judge occasionally stops to view presentation, ask questions, and observe audience engagement. Educational resources for youth participating in the Teaching Presentations Contest can be found in the H Project Resource Central found at The Teaching Presentations will be held during the clothing entry day on Monday, August 3. *B Teaching Presentation Contest *B Teaching Presentation Contest, Special Topic: Science *B Teaching Presentation Contest, Special Topic: Nebraska Agriculture PRESENTATION CONTEST Illustrated and multimedia contests will be on June 21, 2:00 p.m. at 4-H Building in Kimball. Purple - $3.00 Blue - $2.00 Red - $1.00 White - $.50 B B Illustrated Presentation Multimedia Presentation SPEECH CONTEST Purple - $3.00 Blue - $2.00 Red - $1.00 White - $.50 B Speech Contest PSA Contest B Interview Contest DIGITAL VIDEO- 4-H FILMFEST Purple - $4.00 Blue - $3.00 Red - $2.00 White - $1.00 *B H FilmFest (Digital Video) The 4-H FilmFest is the display of digital videos that show the recording, reproducing, and broadcasting of moving visual images; digital videos may be created by one (1) individual or a team of two (2) individuals. During the Nebraska State Fair 4-H FilmFest, youth will provide a 1-minute oral introduction (name, background/goal of presentation, intended audience, where presentation could be shared, etc.) followed by the showing of their digital video. The following digital videos may be entered in the Nebraska State Fair 4-H FilmFest: Video Public Service Announcement: A short video that communicates an educational message focused on a cause, activity, or event (Length: 60 seconds). Narrative: A video that tells a fact or fiction story (Length: 3-5 minutes). 14

15 Documentary: A video that presents factual information about a person, event, or process (Length: 3-5 minutes). Animation: A video created by techniques that simulate movement from individual images (Length: 3-5 minutes). Digital videos submitted will be judged live at the 4-H FilmFest event during the Nebraska State Fair. The judge will view the videos live and engage in a question and answer session with the video producer(s). The 4-H participant will be on the stage for a formal introduction and then seated in the audience for viewing of video. Educational resources for youth participating in the 4-H FilmFest (Digital Video) Contest can be found in the H Project Resource Central found at Participant Requirements: 1. All participants must be 10 years old before January 1 of the current year. 2. Any 4-H FilmFest digital video that has been previously shared at the County 4-H Presentation Contest or other event that has a live audience (4-H Club Meeting, Community Event, etc.) is eligible for this division. 3. The class requires the presence of the contestant(s). 4. Each participant is required to wear the 4-H chevron, 4-H emblem, or 4-H shirt during their presentation. Film Topic: 1. 4-H FilmFest digital videos should engage the audience and teach them about something the 4-H youth is learning about science, healthy living, citizenship, and agricultural literacy. 2. Enrollment in the project area in which the participant is making a presentation is not required. HUMAN DEVELOPMENT CONSUMER & FAMILY SCIENCES The term Human Development includes child care, family life, personal development and character development. To learn characteristics of suitable and unsuitable toys and for characteristics of children at various stages of development, please refer to the new 4-H online resource: What It Takes To Be Your Teen Babysitter. All static exhibits must have received a purple ribbon at the county fair to advance to the State Fair. Premier 4-H Science Award is available in this area. HUMAN DEVELOPMENT INFORMATION SHEET INFORMATION SHEETS Classes 1 6 & Class 8: Final ribbon placing of the exhibit will include the completeness and accuracy of this information sheet. Information sheets for Classes 1-6 should include: 1. Where did I get the idea for this exhibit? 2. What decisions did I make to be sure exhibit is safe for child to use? 3. What age is this toy, game or activity appropriate for and why? (Infant, Birth-18 mths; Toddlers, 18 mths-3 yrs; Preschoolers, 3-5 yrs or Middle Childhood, 6-9 yrs.) 4-H ers must give at least 2 examples that help in understanding the appropriateness of this exhibit for the age of the child (see project manuals). 4. How is the toy, game or activity intended to be used by the child? Information sheet for Class 8 (Babysitting Kit) should include: 1. State which ONE age group (infant, toddler, preschooler, middle childhood) the kit was prepared for 2. What are children this age like? Give 2 examples to show how the kit would be appropriate for children this age. 3. What will the child learn or what skills will they gain by using the kit? 4. What item(s) were made by the 4-H er. 4-H er should make one or more items in the kit, but purchased items are also allowed. (It is highly suggested that an inventory list of items in the kit be included). Exhibitors in the Human Development project area will be asked to focus on designing toys that meet the different needs of children. Categories are based on the Early Learning Guidelines in Nebraska which identify the important areas our children should 15