OCEAN COUNTY 4-H RABBIT, CAVY & SMALL ANIMAL SHOW Jan. 3rd, 2015 SPONSORED BY NOAH S ARK PET PALS 4-H CLUB, PT. PLEASANT, NJ We are collecting dog & cat food, treats, collars, leashes, blankets, towels & linens for the Popcorn Park Zoo s animal shelter. If you would like to help these animals looking for their forever home, please bring your donations to our Show!
Ocean County s Rabbit, Cavy & Small Animal Show Jan. 3 rd, 2015 New location!!! Brick Civic Center 270 Chambers Bridge Rd. Brick, NJ 08723 Show Superintendent: Joanne Arnold-Velcheck Show Secretary: Tracy Ferm Phone # 732-458-9604 email: napp4h@gmail.com Judges to be announced Registration fees: Pre-registration via mail or e-mail $3.00 per animal - no matter what breed/class/type/size. Day of show entry $4.00 per animal - no matter what breed/class/type/size Registration changes $1.00 per animal - no matter what breed/class/type/size Checks are to be made payable to OC 4-H Noah s Ark Pet Pals. E-mail registration must pay upon arrival to show. All returned checks will be subject to bank fees. No refunds on scratches. Deadlines: Mail in registration must be postmarked on or before Dec. 27 th, 2014. Email registration permitted up to midnight, Jan. 1 st. Payment due upon arrival to Show. Doors open at 8:00 am; check in before 9am, judging starts at 9:45 am Refreshments: There will be a light breakfast & a variety of homemade lunch items available, as well as snacks and hot & cold beverages. Judging: This is a 4-H show. It is expected that the 4-H members will write for the judges. In addition to usual recognized breeds, there will be also classes for Mismarked Dutch & mixed breed rabbits & cavies ARBA standards & 4-H guidelines will be followed for judging. There will be no judging for best of variety/class. The judge s decisions are final. Show Rules: All exhibits must be shown by a 4-Her, not a parent. Also, all animals must be carried to & from the table, by the 4-H member. Exhibitors are responsible to be at the show table when their breed is called. This is a carrying cage show. Please bring your own cages with leak proof bottoms. If there are multiple small animals in the carrier, the exhibitor must be with the animals at the time of judging to identify the animals to the judge. If there is any harassing of the judge, writers or staff, the offending member s animal will be removed from the judging table and awards will be forfeited. This is a learning experience and should be seen as such. Animals in questionable health are not permitted in the showroom. Please check your animals for sickness before you come to the show. There will be no refunds on sick animals. There is no smoking permitted in the building. No animals are permitted the bathroom. We assume no responsibility for losses in case of fire, theft, or permanent destruction. Every precaution will be taken to prevent loss and insure your safety. Parents will be responsible for their children s behavior. If there is any damage to township property, the parents will be held accountable. Please supervise your children. Animal Coop Numbers: You will get your animals coop numbers on the remark card on the day of the show. Rabbits must have their coop # marked in their right ear with black marker. Cavies must have their coop # taped to their right ear. Small animals must have their coop # attached to their carrier. 2
. Fun Contests: Coloring contest - Coloring pages will be provided at the show. Judged Showmanship - Sign up for Showmanship at the show bring lab coat or white collared shirt. Judging will follow Showmanship standards set by ARBA. Additional educational contests will be set up at the Show, for 4-H members to partake in! Awards: The following awards will be presented Best in Show & Best Reserve in Show for rabbit & cavy Best of Breed & Best Reserve of Breed for rabbits and cavies Best of Group for Small Animals (ex. Best hamster, best ferret) Best of all the Small Animals and Best Reserve of all Small Animals. There will be no best of variety/class Cloverbuds will receive special participation ribbons and provided learning comments from the judges. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Award Sponsorship: support your breed by sponsoring the Best of Breed award. Deadline for special award support is January 1 st. Sponsored awards will be available even if there is only one entry in that breed. Please return this portion to: Tracy Ferm 1451 Green Grove Rd., Brick, NJ 08724 Make checks payable to OC 4-H Noah s Ark Pet Pals Name: Phone #: Best of Breed Sponsorship- $ 8.00 Amount Enclosed: $ Breed choice for BOB Award: Address: 1 st choice: 2 nd choice: 3 rd choice: ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Donations for our auction table would be greatly appreciated. Please bring items the day of the show If you have any questions about the show, contact: Sherry Neral 732-892-0039 s1r5neral@verizon.net Raffle Table - Animal Information Form- PLEASE be honest! Donor Name: Phone #: Animal: Breed: Sex: Age: Housed: In Out (circle) Type of Food: Any known illness: 3
Cloverbud Registration Name: Address: City/State: Cloverbud: (K-3 rd grade) Phone #: County: Club: Leader: Rabbit Registration Coop # Tattoo # Breed Sex Variety Jr. Int. Sr. Cavy Registration Coop # Tag # Breed Sex Variety Jr. Int. Sr. Small Animal Registration Coop # Type of Animal Group/Breed Color Sex and Age Total Entries at $3.00 each: Total Enclosed: Please mail check & entry to: Tracy Ferm 1451 Green Grove Rd., Brick, NJ 08724 Make checks payable to: OC 4-H Noah s Ark Pet Pals By entering this show, I agree to abide by and accept the said show rules. Entry Deadline: Postmarked December 27, 2014. Emailed January 1, 2015. 4
Rabbit Registration Form Name: Address: City/State: Phone #: email: Grade: Club: Leader: County: Coop # Tattoo # Breed Sex Variety Jr. Int. Sr. Total Entries at $3.00 each: Total Enclosed: Please mail check & entry to: Tracy Ferm 1451 Green Grove Rd., Brick, NJ 08724 Make checks payable to: OC 4-H Noah s Ark Pet Pals By entering this show, I agree to abide by and accept the said show rules. Entry Deadline: Postmarked December 27, 2014. Emailed January 1, 2015. 5
Cavy Registration Form Name: Address: City/State: Phone #: email: Grade: Leader: Club: County: Coop # Tag # Breed Sex Variety Jr. Int. Sr. Total Entries at $3.00 each: Total Enclosed: Please mail check & entry to: Tracy Ferm 1451 Green Grove Rd., Brick, NJ 08724 Make checks payable to: OC 4-H Noah s Ark Pet Pals By entering this show, I agree to abide by and accept the said show rules. Entry Deadline: Postmarked December 27, 2014. Emailed January 1, 2015. 6
Small Animal Registration Form Name: Address: City/State: Phone #: email: Grade: Club: Leader: County: Coop # Type of Animal Group/Breed Color Sex and Age Total Entries at $3.00 each: Total Enclosed: Please mail check & entry to: Tracy Ferm 1451 Green Grove Rd., Brick, NJ 08724 Make checks payable to: OC 4-H Noah s Ark Pet Pals By entering this show, I agree to abide by and accept the said show rules. Entry Deadline: Postmarked December 27, 2014. Emailed January 1, 2015. 7
New Jersey 4-H Event Permission Form for Youth Both sides of this form must be completed by all youth participating in overnight activities, field trips, events requiring group transportation, and any other events sponsored through the 4-H Youth Development Program where it is deemed necessary by the event coordinator(s) (paid 4-H staff and/or registered 4-H volunteer) responsible for the youth participants. The form should be submitted prior to the event. The form has five parts: (1) information about the participant and activity, (2) parental permission and liability release, (3) medical emergency authorization and health information, and (4) code of conduct and (5) media policy. Be sure to complete all five parts and sign where requested! Information about the Youth Participant and Activity Name of Youth participant: Address: City: State: Zip: Telephone number: ( ) Email Address: 4-H county: Birthdate: Grade: Name of activity/event: Name of 4-H group sponsoring or participating in this event: Location of event: Date and time of participation of individual named above: Parent Permission and Release of Liability I hereby give my son/daughter named above permission to participate in the event listed. Although Rutgers Cooperative Extension and its event coordinator(s) will use the utmost precaution in guarding the health of the above participant and preventing accidents, I release them from any liability in case of illness or injury as a result of this activity. Furthermore, I release the owner and driver of the car transporting my child to and from the event, from any liability in case of illness or injury. Sign Here Signature of parent or guardian: Medical Emergency Authorization and Health Information I authorize the event coordinator(s) to dispense the prescription drugs and/or over the counter medications listed below in accordance with the instructions provided on the label (prescription drugs) or below (over-the-counter medications). In case of sudden illness or an accident to the above named participant requiring immediate treatment or surgery while he/she is a participant in this activity, I authorize the 4-H chaperone(s) to take such action as seems appropriate to protect the health and physical well-being of the above participant. This authority extends to any physician(s) and/or surgeon(s) selected by the event coordinator(s) to perform medical and/or surgical procedures including examinations and tests necessary to preserve the health and physical well-being of the above named participant. All efforts will be made to contact the parent(s) or guardian(s) in case of emergency. Name of parent/guardian Phone number Name of additional emergency contact Phone number The following information is provided as an aid to the event coordinator(s) in dealing with the well-being of the participant. The participant has the following health conditions: (include allergies, handicaps, diabetes, pregnancy, asthma, medications needed, etc.). Health conditions: Medications/Instructions: Health Insurance: Company Group# ID# Sign Here Signature of parent or guardian 8
New Jersey 4-H Code of Conduct The primary purpose of the New Jersey 4-H Code of Conduct is to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all participants at 4-H sponsored events and activities. It applies to all participants, with participants defined as 4-H members, their parents, and volunteers. As a participant in the 4-H program, I will: Conduct myself in a courteous manner and treat members, parents, 4-H volunteers, Extension staff, judges and others with respect. Appropriate language and behavior are expected at all times. Respect and adhere to the rules and guidelines of the 4-H program including all those specific to a 4-H event or activity. Uphold an individual s right to dignity by supporting an environment of inclusion which welcomes involvement of participants from all backgrounds. Accept supervision and support from county and state 4-H staff while participating in the 4- H program. This includes acceptance of supervision and support from appointed 4-H volunteers coordinating 4-H events and activities. Obey local, state and federal laws. Participants who fail to adhere to the New Jersey 4-H Code of Conduct are subject to a range of disciplinary actions. Such actions will be taken in compliance with the New Jersey 4-H Discipline Policy and Procedure. When appropriate, immediate corrective action will be taken at the 4-H event to ensure the safety and welfare of all participants. I understand if I fail to adhere to the above Code of Conduct, I will be subject to disciplinary action and potentially prohibited from attending and participating in the New Jersey 4-H Youth Development program. Sign Here Signature of participant in event Date Sign Here Signature of parent or guardian Date New Jersey 4-H Media Policy and Release The 4-H program routinely promotes activities through various media. This includes, but is not limited to newsletters, newspapers, brochures, and displays. In doing so, the names and photos of members may be included to help tell the 4-H story. However, New Jersey 4-H policy is that on web sites, youth in photos will not be identified by name(s). No, do not use my individual picture for any purpose. I will make an effort to avoid opportunities to be in group photos. No, do not use my name for any purpose. Revised: January 2013 9
DIRECTIONS & PARKING INSTRUCTIONS The Brick Civic Center is located at 270 Chambers Bridge Rd, Brick, NJ. The Center is located in the corner spot of a small strip mall. There will be plenty of parking. Coming from the South (construction!! Exit sign set back on ramp) GSP North to exit 90. Follow ramp onto Chambers Bridge Rd. Go two traffic lights. Brick Civic Center is on right, before Sprucewood Blvd. traffic light. Can enter parking lot from Chambers Bridge or Sprucewood Blvd. Coming from the North GSP South to exit 91. Bear right after toll plaza, towards 549 south. (This ramp puts you on Chambers Bridge Rd.) Go thru 8 traffic lights. Brick Civic Center is on the right, before Sprucewood Blvd. traffic light. Can enter parking lot from Chambers Bridge Rd. or Sprucewood Blvd. Coming from Shore Route Rt. 35 North to Mantoloking. Make left onto Mantoloking Rd. Go over bridge & continue to Old Hooper Ave. traffic light. Make right. This turns into Chambers Bridge Rd. Go north to Sprucewood Blvd. traffic light. Make left. Brick Civic Center in strip mall on right. Coming from Southwest Jersey... Rt. 70 east to Brick Township. Make left at Chambers Bridge Rd. traffic light. Go north to Sprucewood Blvd. traffic light. Make left. Brick Civic Center in strip mall on right. Coming from Interstate 195 195 East to exit 31A. Follow exit to light. Make left onto Herbertsville Rd. (549 East). Continue for 1.3 miles to fork in road. Take middle road. (549 east) go 4.4 miles to Rt. 70 intersection. Make right before traffic light, onto Rt. 70 west. Go approx. 8 traffic lights to Chambers Bridge Rd. Make left onto Chambers Bridge Rd. Go down & make left at Sprucewood Blvd. traffic light. Brick Civic Center entrance on right. Coming from the NJ Turnpike Exit 7A from the NJ Turnpike to 195 East. Follow above directions. The 4-H Youth Development Program is part of Rutgers New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station Cooperative Extension. 4-H educational programs are offered to all youth, grades K-13, on an age-appropriate basis, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, marital status, civil union status, domestic partnership status, military service, veteran status, and any other category protected by law. For additional information, contact: Tamara Pellien at 732-349-1227 or ocean4-h@co.ocean.nj.us Visit www.ocean.njaes.rutgers.edu/4-h for more information