2016 Nicollet County Fair 4-H Premium Book

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145th NICOLLET COUNTY FAIR
2016 4-H Premium Book
Nicollet County Fairgrounds, St. Peter
August 10-14, 2016
Your 4-H guidebook for preparing and registering for
your 4-H experience at the Nicollet County Fair.
Nicollet County Extension Office:
Nicollet County
Board of Commissioners:
Jim Stenson
Marie Dranttel
Bruce Beatty
David Haack
Jack Kolars
LuAnn Hiniker, Regional Director
Jason Ertl, Extension Educator, Ag
Katie Johnson, 4-H Program Coordinator
Lorna Luepke, Administrative & Program Assistant
Marisa Kroells, Summer Intern
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Nicollet County
Extension Committee:
Jean Annexstad
Anna Bastian
Margie Nelsen
Steve Sjostrom
Neal Anderson
Elizabeth Fluegge
Lee Webster
James Stenson
Bruce Beatty
Nicollet County Fair Schedule of Events
Tuesday, August 9
1:00 – 7:00 p.m.
7:00 p.m.
4-H General Project Judging in Johnson Hall
Johnson Hall will be closed for the night
Wednesday, August 10
11:00 am – 6:00 pm
4:00 - 9:00 p.m.
5:00 – 8:00 p.m.
6:00 p.m.
6:00-7:00 p.m.
6:00-7:00 p.m.
6:30-7:30 p.m.
7:30-8:00 p.m.
8:00-8:30 p.m.
Johnson Hall building open
Animal Entry (Dairy, Dairy Goat, Lama, Poultry, Swine)
Beef, Rabbit, Sheep & Market Goat MUST ENTER
Dog Show Exhibition and Awards – Show Ring
Rabbit Interviews
Sheep/Market Goat Interviews
Beef Interviews
Sheep Weigh In
Beef Weigh In
Thursday, August 11
10:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m.
Johnson Hall, Open to Public
8:00-11:00 a.m.
9:00 a.m.
1:00 p.m.
3:30 p.m.
5:00-6:00 p.m.
5:00-6:00 p.m.
5:00-6:00 p.m.
5:30 p.m.
Animal Entry (Dairy, Dairy Goat, Lama, Poultry, Swine, Horse)
4H Sheep/Meat Goat - Show Ring
4-H Beef Show -Show Ring
4-H Rabbit -Show Ring
Horse & Swine Exhibitor Interviews
Poultry Exhibitor Interviews
Dairy/Dairy Goat Exhibitor Interviews
Arts In Performance - Johnson Hall
Friday, August 12
10:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m.
7:30 – 8:30 a.m.
8:00 a.m.
8:30 a.m.
1:00 p.m.
3:00 p.m.
5:30 p.m.
Swine Weigh In – Swine Barn
4-H Horse Show - Horse Arena
4-H Dairy Goat show followed by 4-H Dairy Show - Show Ring
Open Class Dairy and FFA Dairy show to follow
Arts In Performance – Johnson Hall
4-H Poultry Show
Saturday, August 13
10:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m.
8:30 a.m.
10:30 a.m.
2:30 & 5:30 p.m.
2:30 p.m.
4-H Swine Show - Show Ring
4-H General Demonstrations - Johnson Hall
4-H Livestock Demonstrations - Show Ring
Sunday, August 14
11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
10:00 a.m.
12:00 p.m.
1:00 p.m.
1:30 p.m.
4:00 p.m.
4-H Premier Showmanship – Show Ring
4-H Cat and Pet Show, Show Ring
Arts In Performance, Johnson Hall
State Fair Exhibitor Meeting – Johnson Hall
All 4-H exhibits released
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Table of Contents
Aerospace…………………………………… 23
Animal Science Rules and Information……. 7-9
Beef ..................................................................11
Bicycle .............................................................23
Cat …………………………………… 21 & 23
Child & Family Development ...................... . .24
Citizenship .......................................................24
Clothing & Textiles…………..………… 24-25
Cloverbuds…………………..…………
25
Cloverbud Policies………………………… 7
Club Exhibits (Banner & Community Pride)...42
Club Exhibits (Club Historian)..……………. 42
Computer..........................................................26
Consumer Education .......................................26
Crafts and Fine Arts .........................................26
Crop Sciences...................................................27
Dairy ................................................................12
Dairy Goats………… ..……………………. 15
Market Goats ……………………………… .15
Demonstrations .......................................... 27-29
Display and Poster Dimensions .......................23
Dogs ...................................................... 13-14,29
Electric .............................................................29
Engineering Design……………………… 29-30
Entomology ......................................................31
Exhibitor Information & Rules .................. …4-6
Exploring Animals ...........................................31
Exploring the Environment ..............................31
Fashion Revue ..................................................25
Fishing Sports ..................................................32
Flower Gardening ...........................................32
Food Review ....................................................32
Foods and Nutrition ................................... 32-33
Food Preservation ............................................33
Forest Resources ..............................................33
Fruit ..................................................................34
Geology ............................................................34
Global Connections ..........................................34
Health ...............................................................34
Home Environment .................................... 34-35
Horse .......................................................... 16-17
Horseless/Horse Related……………….…......35
Indoor Gardening .............................................35
Judging Schedule ............................................. 2
Lawn and Landscape........................................36
Lama…………………..……………………...17
Needle Arts ......................................................36
Performing Arts…………………..…………..36
Pets ........................................................ 22,36-37
Plant & Soil Science………………………… 38
Photography …………………………..…. 37-38
Potato ...................................................…… 38
Poultry ..............................................................18
Quilting ............................................................38
Rabbits .............................................................19
Robotics (under Engineering Design) ……29-30
Safety ........................................... ..………38-39
Science of Animals Education (NEW)……...22
Scrapbooking…………………………………39
Self-Determined ...........………………………39
Sheep ................................................................20
Shop ........................................................... 39-40
Shooting Sports/Wildlife Management............39
Small Engines. .................................................40
State Fair/State Show Eligibility……………..10
Swine............................................................... 21
Tractor ..............................................................40
Tri-County Fair ................................................. 9
Vegetable Gardening .......................................40
Veterinary Science ...........................................40
Video/Filmmaking ...........................................41
Water/Wetlands................................................41
Wildlife/Biology ..............................................41
Youth Leadership .............................................42
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NICOLLET COUNTY 4-H
2016 PREMIUM BOOK
University of Minnesota
Nicollet County Extension
Nicollet County Government Center
501 South Minnesota Avenue
St. Peter, MN 56082
(507) 934-7828
FAX: 507-931-9220
“Exhibiting in 4-H serves as only one means of evaluating a 4-H member’s accomplishments for the past year and over his/her
4-H career. There are other ways to evaluate progress of a 4-H member in addition to exhibiting; therefore, exhibiting at
county fair should be put in its proper perspective by members, parents and leaders.”
4H
EXHIBIT RULES:
INTRODUCTION
WHAT IS THE PREMIUM BOOK
The Nicollet County 4H Premium Book is published for 4H members, parents, and adult volunteers. It is used for planning of
projects to exhibit at the county fair. Please go over the premium book carefully as it contains all rules and other information
pertinent to exhibiting as a 4H member. You are responsible for adhering to the rules herein.
4H AT THE COUNTY FAIR
The county fair is one of the highlights of the 4H year. It is a busy, exciting and rewarding time for many 4Hers. It is an
opportunity for youth to showcase their special efforts, interests, and talents by exhibiting projects. To “learn by doing” you
are encouraged to enter exhibits in the project areas in which you are interested.
Your county fair experience should be a fun and enjoyable learning experience. You should think seriously about what you want
to learn from preparing your project exhibit. Hopefully you will be rewarded accordingly. However, the ribbon or
recognition is only secondary; the skill and knowledge of the project are what will really help you down the road in life.
Participate in the county fair with a receptive and learning frame of mine. If you set as your goals to learn new skills and
knowledge, you will always be a winner.
PREPARING FOR THE FAIR
As you work on project activities and prepare exhibits for the fair, remember to prepare yourself too. Conference judging
includes both what you learned in preparing the exhibit and the exhibit itself.
Think about your answer to questions that may be asked, such as: Why did you choose this exhibit? What steps did you go
through in preparing it? What decision and choices did you make? How much did it cost in time, efforts and materials? If
you were to do this again, would you change anything? Was the result worth doing? What did you learn from this? What do
you plan to do next year in this project area?
Think about questions you might ask the judge, such as: Could I have done this differently? How could this be changed or
improved? What other things could I do?
Remember also that competition has some risks; everyone cannot be the top winner. Others may have had more skills, time, or
money to spend on the exhibit. You compete against these unknowns. If your exhibit helped you learn something you
wanted to learn about in your project and if it is something you or your family can use, then you are a winner no matter what
the results of the competition!
CONFERENCE JUDGING FOR STATIC EXHBITIS
You will meet one-on-one with a judge to discuss your exhibit. You will have the chance to tell the judge about yourself and
your exhibit. You will be awarded a ribbon (blue, red, or white) based 50% on the exhibit and 50% on your knowledge.
Educational/Science exhibits are based on 25% exhibit quality, 25% educational value, and 50% exhibitor knowledge.
Grand Champion and Reserve Champion will also be given to outstanding exhibits at the end of the day. Cloverbuds receive
a Cloverbud participation ribbon.
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ANIMAL SCIENCE JUDGING:
4Hers and their animals are judged differently than general projects. The judges will be looking mainly at the animal being
shown. The quality of the animal should be a reflection of your care and training of the animal. You will be awarded a
ribbon (blue, red, or white) based on the quality of animal. Grand Champion and Reserve Champion will also be given to
outstanding animals.
ARRIVAL & RELEASE OF PROJECTS
STATIC EXHIBIT ARRIVAL
Static (general) exhibits will be judged from 1 – 7 pm on the Tuesday prior to the start of the county fair
LIVESTOCK ARRIVAL
 Livestock may not arrive on the fairgrounds until Wednesday, the first day of the fair.
 ALL beef, rabbit, sheep, and market goats MUST enter on Wednesday from 4-8 pm
 Horses will ONLY enter on Thursday between 8-11 am
 All other animals can enter on Wednesday from 4-9pm or Thursday from 8-11 am
 During the fair each 4H member MUST TAKE CARE OF THEIR LIVESTOCK PROJECT unless special arrangements
are made with the Extension staff prior to the fair.
 All livestock exhibitors are RESPONSIBLE FOR THE CARE AND FEEDING OF THEIR ANIMALS during the fair.
STATIC EXHIBIT & LIVESTOCK RELEASE
 All exhibits must remain in place until 3 pm on Sunday, the last day of the fair
 Removing exhibits before 3 pm will automatically mean loss of premiums.
REGISTRATION FOR COUNTY FAIR
RGISTRATION
 All 4H Exhibits MUST BE registered by Friday, July 15th online at http://nicollet-countymn.fairentry.com
INSTRUCTIONS FOR REGISTERING YOUR 4H EXHIBITS
 Go to http://nicollet-countymn.fairentry.com and then click on the GREEN tab (Sign in with 4HOnline)
 Sign in using your 4HOnline email and password
 On “Welcome” page click on “Begin Registration”
NEW FOR
 Click on “individual”
 Select your 4H member (NEVER click on “Create an Exhibitor from Scratch”) and “Continue”
 You will come to a “Questions” page, click “continue”
 You will come to an “Please review exhibitor registration” page, click “continue to entries”
 Click on “Add an entry”
 Select the departments for your entry (General (non-livestock) projects are listed under “Static”)
 Select the division in the department
 Select the class in the division
 Click on “continue”
 Select your 4H Club
 For livestock – there will be no animals to select to connect to your entry – Click “Continue”
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 Review entry and “continue”
 Click “Add another entry” to continue adding projects
 Click “Register another exhibitor” to change to another family 4-H member
 Click “Continue to Payment” only after entering projects for ALL of your family members. (There are NO fees or payments
made, this is just the way it is set up to complete your registration).
 Follow through the steps and submit
 Your “registration invoice” is submitted for Extension Staff to approve. You will not able able to go back in and make any changes
until the “invoice” is approved by Extension Staff
 DO NOT WAIT UNTIL THE DEADLINE TO REGISTER!
NOTE: if you save your entries, you can come back to them if you end your session before you submit
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CODE OF CONDUCT
CODE OF CONDUCT FOR 4H MEMBERS
 4H members are not only representing themselves, but Nicollet County 4H, their club, and family. It is expected that you act
in a responsible manner.
 Any 4H member found in violation of any conduct matter will be sent home immediately
 All 4H members will abide by the MN 4H Code of Conduct which can be found at:
http://www.extension.umn.edu/youth/mn4-H/policies/
CODE OF CONDUCT FOR PARENTS/VOLUNTEERS
 All parents also sign a Code of Conduct upon enrollment of their children
 The MN 4H Code of Conduct applies and will be enforced with 4H members, 4H parents, and 4H Volunteers as follows:
o While participating in or attending a 4H sponsored program (e.g. club meeting, activity, event)
o At the county fair while participating in or attending a 4H event or while on premises used for 4H purposes (e.g.
show ring, exhibit building, barn, food stand)
o At the State Fair during their child’s assigned encampment or assigned volunteer responsibility
GRIEVANCE POLICY
Minnesota 4H has a formal 4H Grievance Process. The 4H grievance process provides a vehicle by which to respond to 4H
member’s concerns relating to their 4H program participation. A grievance may be filed and a local volunteer grievance
committee convened to address rule violations and alleged wrongdoing. A grievance committee will not be convened for the
following situations: a) decisions made by judges, which are final; b) missed deadlines which are covered through the “one-time
member exemption process”; and c) code of conduct related violations which will be addressed by staff according to an
established process:
Information on the process can be found at: http://www.extension.umn.edu/youth/mn4-h/policies/
EXHIBIT RULES
ELIGIBILITY:
∙ Member must be enrolled in the 4-H program by May 15th to be eligible for placing above a blue, including special awards
and state fair trips. All grade levels for 4H members pertain to the grade just completed prior to the County Fair.
∙ Members exhibiting in livestock areas must have met the County/State animal identification deadline requirements and the
member must have completed the LQA&E training requirements needed to show livestock at the County and State Fair.
∙ All exhibits shown at the current year’s fair must be grown, constructed or born during the current year (exceptions: beef
heifers, dairy, dairy goats, yearling ewes, rabbits, horse, dog, cats, pets, and lama).
∙ All members must have their online fair registrations in FairEntry.com completed by Friday, July 15 in order to be eligible
for any placing above a blue and be eligible for a State Fair trip.
∙ Absentee judging: Minnesota 4H Youth Development believes that participation in competitive events enhances the depth
and breadth of the learning and leading experience. Minnesota 4H works to provide an equitable and uniform opportunity for
participation in competitive events for its members across the state. If a 4H member is unable to participate in the judging
process, they may request permission for absentee judging. http://www.extension.umn.edu/youth/mn4-H/policies/
∙ Judging experiences for youth with disabilities or injuries: A 4H members unable to participate in judging by himself/herself
may request permission for a judging assistant to be with the 4H member during the judging> More information can be found
at http://www.extension.umn.edu/youth/mn4-H/policies/
∙ Failure to comply with exhibitor rules will result in forfeit of special ribbons, trips, trophies, awards and premiums, but have
the option to use their onetime exemption. See Extension Staff for details.
∙ 4-H members who enter valuable items as exhibits do so at their own risk. Neither the Nicollet County Fair Association nor
the Nicollet County Extension office or 4-H Federation will be responsible for articles that are damaged or stolen.
∙ Each exhibitor may bring two exhibits in each project area unless otherwise indicated in the premium list.
PROJECT REQUIREMENTS
∙ All exhibits must be labeled with name, club, and county. If the exhibit has multiple pieces, each piece needs to be labeled
(1 of 3, 2 of 3, 3 of 3).
∙ Floor space is limited in the Johnson Hall building, if your exhibit is an oversized exhibit, contact the Extension Office
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INSURANCE:
∙ Insurance is paid by the Nicollet County 4H Federation for all active 4H members and screened volunteers and covers those
individuals at all 4H sponsored events.
EXEMPTION POLICY:
∙ 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 wave the
consequences for the named deadline.
o The exemption is per 4-H member
o The exemption may be used only one time in the 4-H member’s career
∙ The full policy is available online at www.extension.umn.edu/youth/mn4-h/policies/
PREMIUMS:
∙ Unless otherwise indicated, exhibit premiums will be as follows: Blue - $1.75, Red - $1.50, White - $1.25.
∙ Exhibitors will receive a premium check based on their ribbon placings. Sponsored by the Nicollet County Fair Board, these
checks will be issued following the fair
CLOVERBUD POLICIES
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The Cloverbud program is a part of the Center for 4H Youth Development statewide program and reflects the Center’s
mission to foster positive youth development. Cloverbuds are any 4Her that is between the Kindergarten and 2nd grade.
The Cloverbud Program is a non-competitive program, which means Cloverbuds will receive a “Cloverbud Ribbon” at the
County Fair in both the static and livestock project areas.
Cloverbuds may enter up to three exhibits (combination of static (general) & livestock)
Cloverbuds participating in livestock judging at the Nicollet County Fair will be judged in their
own category. According to Minnesota 4H Cloverbud policy. “When animals and Cloverbuds are
together at 4H activities, such as fairs and shows, an adult/responsible person will be in control
of the animal. (Control means to handle and/or lead the animal). Cloverbuds will not be allowed
to be in control at any time. A parent/responsible person* must be in control at all times – in and
out of the show ring. This includes feeding, watering, and changing bedding for the animal.
A parent/responsible person* will be with the Cloverbud at all times when in the presence of an animal or when using
equipment that is potentially dangerous. Scissors, saws, knives, needles, rockets, kitchen appliances, etc. are examples.
Cloverbuds should not operate power driven equipment as a part of activities (sewing machines, power drills, small engines,
clippers, etc.) If these tools are need for a project a parent/responsible person* will operate the tool for the child.
Cloverbuds will wear appropriate safety helmets when riding horse or bicycles. See the Horse section for further Cloverbud
Horse exhibit rules
According to the Minnesota State 4H Dog Policy, Cloverbuds are not allowed to participate in dog training.
Parents and volunteers are expected to adhere to this policy at ALL times in ALL 4H sponsored events
* A “responsible person” is defined as: adult leaders, teen leaders, parents or other adults who may appropriately assist with the
group/member.
ANIMAL SCIENCE RULES
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All beef, dairy, dog, goat, horse, lama, rabbit, sheep, and swine shown in 4-H livestock shows must have the required
State 4-H ID system, ear tag and/or tattoo. Animals ID data must be submitted online, arrive in the Extension Office,
or be postmarked no later than May 15 (exception Market Beef due Feb. 15). 4H members with late forms will not
be eligible for a State Fair Trip or special awards.
2. All animals exhibited must be owned solely by the member, member’s parents or guardians and siblings living together
as a family unit. The definition of family includes an extended family where the animals may be owned by grandparents
with the 4-H members’ parent’s actively involved with and working on the farm. Animals owned in partnership with
non-family members (as defined above) must be leased and follow guidelines within the lease agreement.
Registered animals, not leased, must be registered in the exhibitor’s name and/or the exhibitor’s family name.
3. Leased Animals: (beef, dairy, and dairy goats). Beef and dairy goats - Leased animals cannot be shown at any other
shows except 4-H State Fair Show, 4-H County Fair Show or a special County Fair Show emphasizing fitting and
showing. The 4-H leased animal also cannot be shown by anyone other than the 4-H member. If you have leased more
than one animal that you do not plan on exhibiting at the County Fair, that animal may be shown at open classes or other
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shows. Dairy - The state dairy committee has broadened its interpretation of the lease rule. Leased animals may now be
shown at local and regional shows if they are led by the 4-H member leasing the animal. Leased animals are not eligible
to be shown by anyone at the Minnesota State Fair (Open Class and FFA), the Minnesota State Holstein Show (Junior or
Open Shows), or the Minnesota State Red and White Show.
Any 4-Her who participates in a 4-H livestock (Beef, Dairy, Goat, Llama, Poultry, Rabbit, Sheep and Swine) show at the
Nicollet County Fair and Minnesota State Fair must be certified under the Livestock Quality Assurance/Ethics program.
The total training should last a minimum of three hours. Certification will be good for three years. All certifications
must be completed by the time of final registrations at the county fair.
All grooming of livestock – including clipping, trimming and blocking (all species) – must be done by the exhibitor,
members of the immediate family or any other registered Minnesota 4-H member. Immediate family members are
defined as being parents, step-parents, legal guardians, grandparents, brothers and sisters. The 4-Her exhibiting the
animal should be present and involved in the fitting process at the fair.
4-H’ers exhibiting livestock at the county fair are responsible for the care and feeding of animals they exhibit.
4-H members will provide all hay, straw, feed, etc. for their animals. When disposing of bedding please put it in
designated areas. We need to keep barn areas clean for exhibitors and fair visitors.
All 4-H livestock projects will also be released at 3:00 p.m. on Sunday
4-H LIVESTOCK INTERVIEWS:
∙ Livestock interviews are optional but highly encouraged for 4H members to do
∙ Interviews are conducted to gain an understanding of the exhibitor’s knowledge in the project
∙ Exhibitors should register for interviews with online FairEntry.com.
∙ Exhibitors who show multiple animals ONLY register for one interview
∙ Refer to fair schedule for specie interview time and locations
SHOWMANSHIP:
4-H member must use their own animals for showmanship
Showmanship is broken into three groups for all livestock classes. The groups are:
Junior - completed grades 3-5 (traditional members only)
Intermediate - completed grades 6 – 8
Senior - completed grade 9 through one year past high school graduation.
HERDSMANSHIP:
• Herdsmanship will be judged once in the morning and once in the afternoon any time between 10am – 9pm each day
• Herdsmanship will NOT be judged during the time a given livestock specie is being judged, but can be judged one hour
following livestock show
• If a given 4-H livestock is eligible for open class, herdsmanship will be judged one hour following the completion of open
class showing.
• A rating point system of 0-100 points will be used with the exception of Rabbit and Poultry who has a system of 0-90.
• Feed pans should be removed after feeding. Exception: Poultry and Rabbits. Deductions may occur for empty feed pans left
lying in animal’s pen. 4-Hers may choose to have water available to animals in pens with no deduction in points.
• Club signs are permitted in the barns. They are not to be put in the aisles or at the end of the building.
• Species will be evaluated separately by an individual with knowledge and background in that specie.
• Herdsmanship winners will be recognized at Awards Night.
IAFE SHOW ETHICS
∙ Exhibitors of animals at livestock events shall at all times deport themselves with honesty and good sportsmanship. Their
conduct in this competitive environment shall always reflect the highest standards of honor and dignity to promote the
advancement of agricultural education. This code applies to junior as well as open class exhibitors who compete in
structured classes of competition. This code applies to all livestock offered in any event at a livestock show. In addition to
the “IAFE National Code of Show Ring Ethics”, fairs and livestock shows may have rules and regulations which they
impose on the local, county, state, provincial and national levels.
∙ All youth leaders working with junior exhibitors are under an affirmative responsibility to do more than avoid improper
conduct or questionable acts. Their moral values must be so certain and positive that those younger and more pliable will be
influenced by their fine example. Owners, exhibitors, fitters, trainers and absolutely responsible persons who violate the
code of ethics will forfeit premiums, awards and auction proceeds and shall be prohibited from future exhibition in
accordance with the rules adopted by the respective fairs and livestock shows. Exhibitors who violate this code of ethics
demean the integrity of all livestock exhibitors and should be prohibited from competition at all livestock shows in the
United States and Canada.
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LIVESTOCK HEALTH REQUIREMENTS
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All animal health regulations will be in effect as stipulated by the Minnesota Board of Animal Health and the County
Agricultural Society. Livestock or poultry known by the exhibitor to have an infectious, communicable disease or have been
exposed to an infectious, communicable disease or to be from a quarantined herd or flock may not be entered in an
exhibition. Warts and ringworm are considered communicable diseases. Therefore livestock affected by these diseases
cannot be exhibited. A statement from a veterinarian that an animal is being treated for these diseases is NOT
acceptable.
All livestock will be inspected by the Official Veterinarian on the opening day of the exhibition. The Official Veterinarian
will order the immediate removal to a quarantine facility or removal from the exhibition premises of any livestock with
symptoms of infectious or communicable diseases. Animals placed in a quarantine facility must remain there until removed
from the exhibition premises. They may not enter a show ring. This includes livestock with warts or ringworm.
It is your responsibility to contact your personal choice of veterinarian and have the appropriate tests and health papers for
exhibiting. Be sure to contact your vet at least two (2) weeks prior to the fair. If you have questions, call the Extension office
or your local veterinarian.
YOU MUST HAVE THE APPROPRIATE HEALTH PAPERS WITH YOU WHEN YOU BRING YOUR LIVESTOCK
TO THE FAIR!
SPECIE SPECIFIC GUIDELINES
BEEF AND DAIRY CATTLE - No health papers are required for beef or dairy cattle originating within the state. Animals
treated for ringworm or warts are not acceptable if there is any evidence of warts or ringworm on the animal. All beef and
dairy cattle must be ID'd. Registered beef heifers must be tattooed and have paper documentation; commercial beef
heifers must have a State 4-H Eartag.
CAT – All cats must have certification of rabies vaccination and distemper shots present to qualify to show.
DOGS - Under six months of age need no certificate. Dogs over six months of age must have certificate of rabies vaccination
and DHLPP issued by a licensed veterinarian. Check with your local veterinarian.
GOATS - No health certificate is required, but they will be inspected on entry day. All goats must be ID'd and tattooed. No
horns are allowed. Goats with abscesses will not be allowed to show. All goats will need a USDA scrapie tag.
HORSES – A negative Coggin’s Test is required for all horses. Proof of a negative Coggin’s Test will be required to check in
horses on Thursday. All horses must be ID'd.
LAMA – No health certificate is required. ID lama’s in 4HOnline.
POULTRY - A certificate from the hatchery indicating parent stock is negative for pullorum-typhoid within the last 12 months
or a health certificate indicating a negative test for pullorum-typhoid within 90 days of the fair is required. Poultry testing
must be done EACH year. TURKEYS must be tested at a lab for typhimurium and mycoplasmas or have a statement of
origin if less than 5 months old. Check with your hatchery or breeder. All poultry must be current years hatch. Poultry
will be banded upon check-in at the fair for identification purposes.
RABBITS - No health certificate is required. Rabbits must be ID'd and tattooed in left ear
SHEEP - No health certificate is required, but they will be inspected on entry day. Premise ID number will be required. All
sheep must have a USDA scrapie tag. Market lambs must be ID'd and tagged with State 4-H Eartag; breeding ewes
need to be ID'd and eartagged or tattooed (does not have to be State 4-H Eartag). No blankets on sheep for weigh-in.
SWINE – Barrows and gilts must be identified, tagged with State 4-H Eartag and ear notched. Premise ID number will
be required.
TRI-COUNTY FAIR
Any beef, goat, sheep, swine, dairy beef, and poultry members may exhibit one species at the Tri-County Fair on
Wednesday, August 17th. The animal must have received a red or blue at the County Fair and met all other identification
requirements. 4H’ers must complete entry forms by Sunday of the County Fair at 3:00 pm. Tri-County Fair is a terminal
show!
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STATE FAIR/STATE SHOW ELIGIBILITY
STATE FAIR
• 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).
• To be eligible for state trips, the 4H members must have completed 6th grade and meet any other designated rules or
regulations of the State Shows.
• To be eligible for a state dog show trip, the 4H member must have completed 4th grade and through one year past high
school.
• A 4H member may participat in two state trips per year, (not including State Dog Show or State Horse Show trips). One in
livestock and one in static. Along with their qualifying state fair exhibit trip(s), 4H members may participate in acitivities
such as Share-the-Fun, demonstrations, Arts-In, or judging teams.
• 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. For further information please refer to the following website: www.extension.umn.edu/youth/mn4h/policies/
• Distribution of Unused Livestock Trips: Minnesota 4-H wants to provide as many 4-H members as possible the
opportunity to experience the Minnesota State Fair judging process. To ensure that as many youth as possible have the
opportunity to 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.
• Refer to the “Minnesota 4-H Animal Science Show Requirements” which is included in this Premium Book for State Fair
requirements that apply to Livestock Projects.
• Weight Guidelines/Rate of Gain: SWINE – For barrows to qualify for a purple ribbon at State Fair, they must weigh at least
220 pounds and not exceeding 300 pounds. SHEEP – Market lambs will still be weighed at State Fair to determine market
weight and weight class. The RECOMMENDED State Fair minimum weight is 105 pounds. The REQUIRED State Fair
maximum weight (animals cannot exceed this weight) is 170 pounds. BEEF – The RECOMMENDED State Fair minimum
weight is 1,000 pounds. The REQUIRED State Fair maximum weight (animals CANNOT exceed this weight) is 1,500
pounds for beef breeds and 1,600 pounds for dairy breeds. There is no minimum rate of gain (2.00 lbs./day) required for
Market Beef and Dairy Steers.
• Members are encouraged to check the State Fair lineups on Thursday morning for building project trips and within 2 hours
following the completion of a livestock show.
• All 4-H members winning a State trip(s) MUST NOTIFY the 4-H Office at the fair as soon as possible and no later than
Saturday by 12:00 Noon if they wish to take their trip or they will forfeit this opportunity to the next in line.
• State Fair exhibitors are expected to fully participate in the state fair experience. For non-livestock exhibitors, this means
that they must be present for the entire judging and educational experience (if there is one for their project area). Livestock
exhibitors must be present for their judging experience PLUS be present to care for their animal. They must not be absent
from the State Fair for more than 24 hours.
• All State Fair trip winners will be required to attend a State Fair Trip Winners meeting. At this meeting necessary exhibit
forms, health cards, housing forms and meal preference forms will be completed. General orientation will be given regarding
the trips. Every 4-H member planning to take a State Fair trip and a parent/guardian must attend the appropriate meeting:
o State Fair Meeting: Informational packets will be distributed and a short meeting will be held at the fair on
Sunday at 1:30 pm.
• All exhibitors must attend the State Fair with their exhibit and be present for the judging.
• All livestock members must care for their own animal for the duration of the 4H Livestock Encampment.
• 4-H’ers must decide on taking or passing on a state fair trip by Saturday, August 13th at 4:00 pm or the trips will go to
alternates in line. NO EXCEPTIONS!
• The quota for state fair exhibits is predetermined by the State 4-H office.
• Non-livestock state fair exhibits must be brought to the Extension office by Wednesday, August 17th. State Fair exhibits that
do not fit into a van must be brought to and from the state fair by the exhibitor. Please be sure to have your name, and
county written on each piece of your project, multiple pieces should be labeled 1 of 1, 1 of 2, etc.
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ANIMAL SCIENCE PROJECTS
BEEF:
BIRTH DATES
Spring Calf
Fall Calf
Summer yearling
Junior yearling
Senior yearling
Cow/Calf
Beef Entry Time: Wednesday 4-8 pm
Beef Weigh In: Wednesday at 8:00 pm
Beef Show: Thursday at 1:00 pm in the Show Arena
Beef interviews: Wednesday @ 6:30 pm
Premium: Blue - $6.00, Red - $5.00, White $4.00
Prospect Calf
Prospect Dairy Steer Calf
Market Beef
Market Heifer
Dairy Steer
Bucket Calf
Maximum of 6 animals
BEEF BREEDING HEIFER
Jan 1 – Apr 30, 2016
Sept.1-Dec. 31, 2015
May 1-Aug. 31, 2015
Jan. 1-April 30, 2015
Sept. 1-Dec. 31, 2015
Calf born on or after January 1,
2016
Jan 1 – Apr 30, 2016
January 1 – May 15th, 2016
January 1 – August 31, 2015
March 1 – June 30, 2016
Spring Calf
Fall Calf
Summer Yearling
Junior Yearling
Senior Yearling
BEEF COW/CALF
Cow/calf Pairs
PROSPECT CALVES
Prospect Heifer Calf
Prospect Steer Calf
Breeding Beef Requirements:
 Breeding Beef ID information, lease agreements, and/or registration papers must be entered into 4-H Online by May 15th of the
current year.
 Registration papers must be presented at verification. Copies will be accepted at the County Fair, but if your animal is going to
State Fair, you will be REQUIRED to present your original registration paper at State Fair Check In.
 Prospect Market Calves and Spring Calves no longer need to be from a cow/calf project. Prospect calves and Spring calves may
be a part of a cow/calf exhibit at the county level and still be eligible for State Fair.
 Prospect Calves must be ID’d with a 4-H ear tag by May 15th
 Calves must be clipped and groomed.
 Heifers shown in the prospect market class may not be shown in a breeding class.
BEEF MARKET BEEF
Market Heifer
Market Steer
DAIRY BEEF
Dairy Steer
Bucket Calf
.
Requirements:
 Market Beef ID information and/or registration papers must be entered into 4-H Online by February 15th of the current year.
 Recommended minimum weight for State Fair is 1,000 pounds; maximum weight is 1,500 pounds for Market Beef Steers and
Market Heifers. Recommended minimum weight for State Fair is 1,000 pounds; maximum weight is 1,600 pounds for Dairy
Steers. Market animals exceeding the maximum weight will not be purple ribbon eligible for State fair.
CLOVERBUD BEEF
Cloverbuds may exhibit one beef animal (see Cloverbud section for further instructions)
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DAIRY:
Dairy Entry Time: Wednesday 4-9 pm or Thursday 8-11am
Dairy Show: Friday following dairy goat show at 8:30 am
Dairy interviews: Thursday @ 5:00 pm
Premium: Blue - $6.00, Red - $5.00, White $4.00
DAIRY BREED DIVISIONS
BIRTH DATES
Winter calf
Fall calf
Summer Junior Yearling
Spring Junior Yearling
Winter Senior Yearling
Fall Senior Yearling
Junior 2 year old
Senior 2 year old
Three year old cows
Dec 1, 2015 to Feb 29, 2016
Sept 1 to Nov 30, 2015
June 1 to August 31, 2015
March 1 to May 31, 2015
Dec 1, 2014 to Feb 28, 2015
Sept 1 to Nov 30, 2014
March 1, to Aug 31, 2014
Sept 1, 2013 to Feb 28, 2014
Sept 1, 2012 to Aug 31, 2013
Four year old cows
Cow, five years & older
Dry Cow
Sept 1, 2011 to Aug 31, 2012
Born before Sept 1, 2011
Of any age
CLASSES AVAILABLE WITHIN EACH BREED DIVISION
Holstein, Registered
Holstein, Grade
Other Breeds, Registered
Other Breeds, Grade
Winter Calf
Fall Calf
Summer Junior Yearling
Spring Junior Yearling
Winter Senior Yearling
Fall Senior Yearling
Junior 2 year old
Senior 2 year old
Three year old cow
Four year old cow
Cow – Five years & older
Dry Cow
Requirements:
• If a dairy animal is purchased, it must be purchased prior to May 15 or before the first calf to be eligible for the show. Owner
Affidavit must be submitted to Extension office at the time of identification.
• If a 4-Her cannot own their own dairy animal, they may be leased. The dairy lease agreement must be uploaded online or turned in
to Extension office at time of identification.
• All dairy cattle must be identified by May 15.
• All dairy calves six months or older, yearlings, and two-year olds must be dehorned. Horned calves, yearlings, and two-year olds
will not be eligible for the show.
• Senior Yearlings that have calved must compete in the two-year-old cow class.
• Dairy showmanship class after heifer class and before cow classes.
CLOVERBUD DAIRY
Cloverbuds may exhibit one dairy animal (see Cloverbud section for further instructions)
HERD MANAGEMENT
Dairy Production Class
Dairy Net Merit or Dairy Total Merit Class
Requirements:
• Must pre-register for class in FairEntry. Forms required for class will be mailed out.
• Animals need to be at County Fair.
HERD OF THREE
Requirements:
∙ NO STATE FAIR TRIP
∙ NO PREMIUM
• Three animals shown by one exhibitor. Class will be announced during the Dairy Show. Ribbons will be given out.
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DOGS:
DOG SHOW
Show: August 6th at Key City Kennel Club
Premiums: Blue - $4.00, Red - $3.00, White - $2.00 (one premium per animal)
Requirements:
∙ A dog may be shown in dog show or the pet show, not both
∙ 4-Hers 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, and Showmanship rules and
guidelines (four separate publications) available on the MN 4-H dog project website
http://www.extension.umn.edu/youth/mn4-H/projects/animal-science/dog/
∙ All dogs must be vaccinated according to the requirements listed on the MN 4H Dog Project Identification Form and Vaccination
Verification.
∙ 4Hers can show no more than two dogs
DOG OBEDIENCE:
Foundation: 4-Her and dog in first year of training. The dog may participate in this class only once during its 4-H career.
A dog entering this class with more than ten (10) weeks of training in an organized class prior to enrolling in
Foundation level 4-H training class is ineligible. A dog with one leg of an AKC-PCD, AKC-CD, or AKC-BN obedience title
(or equivalent) or Rally RN title (or Equivalent) is ineligible. The dog will move to Beginner the following year.
Beginner: A dog with previous experience in an organized training class of 11-19 weeks OR a dog that completed the
Foundation class the previous year OR a dog that received a red or white ribbon the previous year in the Beginner class. A
dog with one leg of an AKC-PCD or AKC-CD obedience title (or equivalent) or Rally RN (or equivalent) is ineligible. Upon
receiving a blue ribbon or at the end of two years, the 4-H’er and dog must move to the Graduate Beginner class.
Graduate Beginner: Exercises include heel on leash & figure eight, stand for exam on leash, grooming, heel free, recall off leash with
finish, sit/down stay drop leash. A 4-Her and dog may participate in this class until receiving a blue ribbon at the county or state
show level. A dog with one leg of its AKC-CD or AKC-PCD (or equivalent) is ineligible.
Novice: Exercises include heel on leash & figure eight, stand for exam off leash, heel free, moving drop on recall, and long sit/down
off leash. A 4-Her and dog may participate in this class until receiving a blue ribbon at the county or state show level. A dog with
an AKC-CD (or equivalent) is ineligible.
Graduate Novice: Exercises include heel on leash, heel free & figure eight off leash, moving drop on recall, dumbbell fetch, recall
over high and broad jump and out of sight sit/downs. A 4-Her and dog may participate in this class until receiving a blue ribbon at
the county or state show level. A dog with one leg of its AKC-CDX, AKC-PCDX AKC-GN obedience title (or equivalent) is
ineligible.
Pre-Open: All exercises are performed off leash. Exercises include heel free & figure eight, drop on recall, Retrieve on flat, dumbbell
recall over high jump, broad jump, and out of sight sit/downs. A 4-Her and dog may participate in this class until receiving a blue
ribbon at the county or state show level. A dog with one leg of its AKC-CDX (or equivalent) is ineligible.
Open: All exercise are performed off leash. Exercises include heel free & figure eight, drop on recall, retrieve on flat, retrieve over
high jump, broad jump, and out of sight sit/downs. A 4-Her and dog may participate in this class until receiving a blue ribbon at the
county or state show level. A dog with one leg of its AKC-CDX (or equivalent) is ineligible.
Graduate Open: All exercises are performed off leash. Exercises include signal exercise (with 10-20 foot distance for down, sit,
come), scent discrimination 2 articles of each of 2 types), go out, directed retrieve (with two gloves), high or bar jump, and moving
stand and exam. A 4-Her and dog may participate in this class until receiving a blue ribbon at the county or state show level. A dog
with one leg of its AKC-UD, AKC-GO, or AKC-UD obedience title (or equivalent) is ineligible.
Pre-Utility: All exercises are performed off leash. Exercises include signal exercise (at full distance), scent discrimination (with two
metal and two leather articles), directed retrieve (with all three gloves), moving stand and exam, and directed jumping-high jump and
bar jump. A 4-H’er may participate in this class until receiving a blue ribbon at the county or state show level. A dog with one leg of
its AKC-UD, AKC-PUTD obedience title (or equivalent) is ineligible.
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Utility: All exercises are performed off leash. Exercises include signal exercise, scent discrimination, directed retrieve, moving stand
and exam, and directed jumping. There are no restrictions in this class. A 4-H’er may participate in this class with the same dog
indefinitely.
Veterans: Class is for dogs that are too old and/or unfit to jump. Dogs must be trained through the Graduate Novice (or higher) level.
Dogs must be at least 7 years old. If dog under age 7 years has been found unfit to jump (broad jump and high jump) by a licensed
practicing veterinarian, will be allowed to compete in this class. If entered in this class, the dog will not be allowed to compete in
any other obedience class other than Brace and Four Dog Team. Participation in agility will also not be permitted. Showmanship
participation is permitted and encouraged. Once dog competes in Veterans at the county show level, it can never again be shown in
any agility class or other obedience class other than Brace and Four Dog Team, even if being trained and exhibited by another 4-Her.
The Veterans score sheet will be used for judging. A 4-Her may participate in this class with the same dog indefinitely.
Brace: For 4-Her with two dogs of their own or those who wish to borrow/lease a dog if they do not have two dogs of their own. (A
third dog may not be used for Brace.) No particular level of training is required or prohibited in this class. The Brace score sheet
will be used for judging. A 4-Her may participate in this class indefinitely.
Four-Dog Team: For 4-Hers who wish to work together in training their dogs to perform as a unit of four. No particular level of
training is required or prohibited in this class. Exercises include heel on leash & figure eight, stand for exam off leash, team
uniformity, recall off leash, long sit/down off leash. Dogs will be called simultaneously. The Four Dog Team score sheet will be used
for judging. One alternate is allowed to be named if the team desires. The alternate must be named at the county fair or qualifying
show. The five names may be registered as exhibitors, as long as one of the five names is listed as the alternative. 4-H members
may only be listed on one team each year. No substitutions may be made. For teams qualifying for the State Dog Show, the
registration fee is charged for four exhibitors. The named alternate may compete in place of one of the original four team members.
SHOWMANSHIP:
Junior Novice
Junior Open
Senior Novice
Senior Open
Puppy
AGILITY:
Beginner
Elementary
Intermediate
Senior
Advanced
Jumpers I
Jumpers II
Jumpers III
RALLY:
Pre-Novice
Novice
Pre-Advanced
Advanced
Excellent
Veterans
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MEAT & DAIRY GOATS:
MEAT GOAT PROJECT
Meat Goat Entry Times: Wednesday 4-7:30 pm
Meat Goat Weigh-In: Wednesday at 7:30pm
Goat Interviews: Wednesday at 6:00 pm
Show: Thursday at 9:00 am
Premiums: Blue - $5.00, Red - $4.00, White - $3.00
DAIRY GOAT PROJECT
Dairy Goat Entry Times: Wednesday 4-9:00 pm or
Thursday 8-11 am
Dairy Goat Interviews: Thursday at 5:00 pm
Show: Friday at 8:30 am
BIRTH DATES:
Junior Doe Kid
Senior Doe Kid
Dry Yearling Doe
Milking Yearling Doe
Milking two-year old Doe
Milking – 3 years and under 5
years
Milking 5 years and older
Market Goat (altered male or
female)
*Meat Breeding Dry Yearling
Junior Meat Goat Breeding Doe
(registered or grade)
Senior Meat Goat Breeding Doe
(registered or grade)
Nursing Market Doe (Doe/Kid)
April 1 to June 30, 2016
Jan. 1 to March 31, 2016
Jan 1 – December 31, 2015
Born in 2012 or 2013
Born before 2012
January 1 – April 30, 2016
Born in 2015, never kidded
April 1 – May 31, 2016
January 1 – March 31, 2016
January 1-April 30, 2016
DAIRY GOAT CLASSES
Junior Doe Kid
Senior Doe Kid
Dry Yearling. Doe
Milking Yearling. Doe
Milking 2 Year. Old
Milking Doe 3-4 Year old
Milking Doe, 5 years and older
MEAT GOAT CLASSES
Meat Market Goat - Altered male, no bucks
Meat Market Goat - Female
Dairy Market Goat – Altered male, no bucks
Dairy Market Goat - Female
Junior Meat Breeding Doe – registered or grade
Senior Meat Breeding Doe – registered or grade
Dry Breeding Yearling – registered or grade
Nursing Market Doe (Doe/Kid)
Requirements:
• Dairy goats and market goats must be owned and identified by May 15. The goat identification data must be recorded by May 15.
• Dairy goats do not need to be owned prior to their first freshening.
• If a 4-H member cannot own their own dairy goat, they may be leased. The Dairy Goat Lease Agreement must be uploaded online
or submitted to the Extension office by May 15.
• Meat market goats cannot be leased. Meat breeding does may be leased.
• All Dairy Goats and Market Goats must be tattooed on the ear or tail. Market Goats must have a 4-H Ear Tag.
• Dairy Junior Doe Kids born after May 15 (through June 30) may be added to the Dairy Goat Identification by July 1.
• All Dairy Goats must be disbudded/dehorned, trimmed and fitted for the show. Regrowth of less than one inch is allowed.
• 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 and dairy goats must be dehorned/disbudded. Regrowth must not exceed 1 inch.
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.
CLOVERBUD MEAT GOAT
Cloverbuds may exhibit one meat goat (see Cloverbud section for further instructions)
CLOVERBUD DAIRY GOAT
Cloverbuds may exhibit one dairy goat (see Cloverbud section for further instructions)
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HORSE:
Entry Times: Thursday from 8:00 am – 11:00 am
Horse Interviews: Thursday at 5:00 pm
Show: Friday at 8:00 am
Premiums: Blue - $5.00, Red - $4.00, White - $3.00 (One premium per
animal)
Requirements:
• Pony - less than 56" high.
• Horse: member showing their own horse.
• Leased Horse: member showing someone else's horse not shown by another member with a lease agreement signed between lessee
and member.
• Horseless: member showing a horse being shown by another member. Non state fair qualification.
• Any horse (owned or leased) to be shown must be enrolled as a 4-H project and be properly identified and information
recorded online or paper submitted to the Extension office by May 15 th .
• The same horse may be used as a project animal by more than one member as long as all requirements are met.
• A current Negative Coggins test must be turned in before the start of the fair and be on file with the Extension office in
order to be issued a horse stall during the county fair.
• 4-H horses must be brought to the fair on Thurs., August 11, between 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. and be housed at the
fairgrounds. Horses are to remain on the fairgrounds until Sunday, August 14th at 4:00 p.m.
• Each member will be allowed to enter only one horse per entry/event.
• Stall selection is assigned by Fair Horse Superintendent
• Herdsmanship winners are in prime stalls at the south entrance of barn.
• If a member shows in English Pleasure another member that is too young to qualify for state show may also show in
English Pleasure with same horse.
• The Horse Show will begin at 8:00 a.m. All 4-H’ers showing are required to be at arena by show time, no exceptions.
• Premiums paid for one halter or games class at County Fair show (highest ribbon placing) and for educational exhibit.
• The Minnesota 4-H Horse Program Rule Book is the official rule book for all 4-H horse project members.
• All 4-H’ers are required to wear properly fastened ASTM/SEI approved protective headgear. Helmet use is required when mounted.
Tack and riding attire are to be worn according to the specifications in the Minnesota 4-H Horse Program Rule Book.
• Chaps will be prohibited in Halter and Horsemanship Classes.
• Improper use of whip or spurs will be cause for disqualification.
• Whips are prohibited in the gymkhana (game) or trail classes.
• Free hand may be carried wherever it is comfortable in pleasure classes as long as it does not touch the horse or saddle.
• No classes may be added after entries close at 11 am on Thursday, August 11 th.
• Trainers and adults are not allowed to exercise, work out, or ride 4-H’ers horses at 4-H shows.
• Cloverbuds must have an adult or senior 4H’er helping with the horse at all times. Refer to page 3 for full policy.
• The show order for each class will be rotated so that participants will not always be in the same order.
• Horse may be used only once in any event per show exception is Cloverbud. Age, grades, or type divisions are considered class
divisions and not separate events. The horse may be used in an additional non-qualifying class in the same event. (See MN 4-H
Horse program Rule Book for examples pg 7)
• Blue Ribbons will earn points toward trophies and state trips.
• Cloverbuds receive participation ribbons.
• There will be a 3 second penalty per item knocked in game classes.
• Broken pattern will result in a no-time.
• Falling off horse will result in a no-time.
• Trail event, you will have three (3) minutes to complete course and three (3) tries at each obstacle before you must move on.
• Judges decision is final. The decision on whatever it may be should be accepted in the true spirit of sportsmanship and 4-H.
• If the judge clearly warns a participant more than twice and they continue to break a rule, the participant will receive no higher than a
red ribbon.
• Tie breakers are determined by (in order)
• Person with the most 1st places, person with the most 2nd places, person with the most 3rd places, draw out of a hat
• Each exhibitor is responsible for cleaning of their horse stalls(s) at the close of county fair. Stalls must be inspected by Horse
Superintendent prior to departure.
• Horses must be kept in their stalls after 3:30 p.m. days of tractor pull and demo derby, this is so fair board is able to get cars
parked and grandstand participants entered in a timely and safe manner.
*Overall High Point Award will go to the exhibitor with the most points of all horses and all classes
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HORSE SHOW CLASSES (qualifying state point classes)
PLEASURE
Showmanship at Halter
English Equitation
English Pleasure
Western Horsemanship
Western Pleasure
Trail
GAMES
Barrels
Pole Weaving
Key Racing
Jumping Figure 8
HORSE SHOW CLASSES (non-state qualifying state point classes)
PLEASURE
Music in Motion
GAMES
Egg & Spoon
Speed Dash
*Horse Show Classes will be broken down in the following divisions:
Grades 6+
Grades 3-5
HORSE TRAINING REQUIREMENTS
∙ Any age horse may qualify provided that it has NO prior training. The horse may not have been previously ground-driven or ridden.
∙ Bring your Training Program Booklet to the fair. It will be judged as part of the Horse Show.
∙ NOTE: Exhibitor must submit entire training booklet one week prior the fair to the Extension Office. Books will be evaluated for
completeness, accuracy, legibility, growth and signatures. Any exhibitor who does not complete or turn in the books will NOT
receive a placing.
∙ For more information please visit:
http://www.extension.umn.edu/youth/mn4-H/projects/animal-science/horse/trainingproject/index.html
CLOVERBUD HORSE CLASSES
Cloverbud Halter Horse
Cloverbud Western Pleasure
Cloverbud Barrels
CLOVERBUD POLICY WILL BE STRICTLY FOLLOWED. A PARENT/GUARDIAN MUST BE IN CONTROL OF THE HORSE AT
ALL TIMES, AND HELMET MUST BE WORN. PLEASE REFER TO THE FULL CLOVERBUD POLICY EARLIER IN THIS
PREMIUM BOOK.
LAMA:
Nicollet County 4H Lama Exhibits will judge at the Blue Earth County Fair located in Garden City, MN
Show: Friday, July 29th at 5:00pm
Premiums: Blue - $5.00, Red - $4.00, White - $3.00 – one premium per lama
LAMA SHOW CLASSES
Costume
Obstacle Course
Showmanship
Public Relations
Birthdates:
4-H Lama projects must be born prior to January 1, 2016
Requirements:
• No sexually intact male above 18 months is eligible for exhibition.
• All castrated males born prior to Jan 1, 2016 are eligible for exhibition.
• All females born prior to Jan. 1, 2016 are eligible for exhibition.
CLOVERBUD LAMA
Cloverbuds may exhibit one lama (see Cloverbud section for further instructions)
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POULTRY:
Entry Times: Wednesday, 4-8pm or Thursday 8-11 am
Poultry Interviews: Thursday at 5:00 pm
Show: Friday at 3:00 pm
Maximum of 6 classes, but no more than 3 per class
Breeding classes use American Standard of Perfection
Requirements:
• All poultry (except pigeons) must be this year’s hatch.
• Members must own and/or lease pigeons by May 15th; Breeding Birds by May 15th and Market birds by June 1st
• Chickens and turkeys must have a “Statement of Origin” indicating their bird is from a Pullorum typhoid free flock within 12 months prior to entry
day. If you do not have a “Statement of Origin”, you must provide a Minnesota State Board of Animal Health Certificate stating that your bird
tested negative. This MUST be brought with to county fair and turned in at animal check-in.
• Poultry animals will be issued leg bands on animal entry day.
CHICKENS
Market Pen of two males or two females
Breeding Pen of one male and two females
Bantam Breeding Pen of one male and two females
Egg Production Pen of two pullets
DOVES
Purebred Breeding Pair
DUCKS
Bantam Breeding Pen of one male and two females
GEESE
GUINEA
Breeding Pen of one male & two females
PIGEON
Utility, 1 Breeding Pair
Utility, 1 Young bird Male or Female, 1 young bird, this year band
Fancy, 1 Breeding Pair
Fancy, 1 Young bird Male or Female, 1 young bird, this year band
Flying, 1 Breeding Pair
Flying, Young bird Male or Female, 1 young bird, this year band
TURKEY – DOMESTIC ONLY
CLOVERBUD POULTRY
Cloverbuds may exhibit one poultry project (see Cloverbud section for further instructions)
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RABBITS:
Entry Times: Wednesday 4-9 pm
Rabbit Interviews: Wednesday at 6 pm
Show: Thursday at 3:30 pm
Maximum of six rabbits
Requirements:
∙ All rabbits must have been entered into 4H Online by May 15th showing tattoo numbers and birthdates
∙ All market rabbits must be tattooed and information given to Extension Office as soon as they are born and tattooed
∙ 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
SMALL BREED RABBIT CLASSES
Senior Buck over 6 months of age
Senior Doe over 6 months of age
Junior Buck under 6 months of age
Junior Doe under 6 months of age
LARGE BREED RABBIT CLASSES
Senior Buck over 8 months of age
Senior Doe over 8 months of age
Intermediate Buck 6-8 months of age
Intermediate Doe 6-8 months of age
Junior Buck under 6 months of age
Junior Doe under 6 months of age
MARKET RABBIT
Single fryer, 3 ½ to 5 ½ pounds, not over 70 days old.
Pen of three fryers, 3 ½ to 5 ½ pounds, not over 70 days old.
Small Breeds = American Fuzzy Lop, American Sable, English Angora, French Angora, Satin Angora, Belgian Hare, Britannia Petite,
Standard Chinchilla, Dutch, Dwarf Hotot, English Spot, Florida White, Harlequin, Havana, Himalayan, Jersey Wooly, Lilac,
Holland Lop, Mini Lop, Netherland Dwarf, Polish, Rex, Mini Rex, Rhinelander, Silver, Silver Marten, Tan.
Large Breeds = American Giant Angora, Bevern, California, Champagne D’Argent, Checkered Giant, American Chinchilla, Giant
Chinchilla, Cinnamon, Crème D’Argent, Flemish Giant, Hotot, English Lop, English Lop, New Zealand, Palomino, Satin, and
Silver Fox.
CLOVERBUD RABBIT
Cloverbuds may exhibit one rabbit (see Cloverbud section for further instructions)
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SHEEP:
Entry Times: Wednesday, 4:00-7:30 pm
BIRTH DATES
January Ewe Lamb
Weigh-In: Wednesday at 7:30 pm
February Ewe Lamb
Sheep Interviews: Wednesday at 6:00 pm
Sheep Show: Thursday at 9:00 am
March Ewe Lamb
Yearling Ewe
Market Lamb
BREEDING EWE CLASSES
Yearling Ewe
January Ewe Lamb
February Ewe Lamb
March Ewe Lamb
Breeding Trio of Lambs
Ewe with Lamb(s) (No age limit on ewe and both must be owned by May 15).
Born in January of current
Year
Born in February of current
Year
Born in March of current Year
Born on or after January 1of
previous year and must not
show evidence of four
permanent incisors.
Born on or after January 1 of
current year
MARKET LAMB CLASSES
Market Lamb
Market Trio of Lambs
CLOVERBUD SHEEP
Cloverbuds may exhibit one sheep project (see Cloverbud section for further instructions)
Requirements:
• All sheep (breeding & market) must be identified with the proper identification (4H ear tag & USDA scrapie tag) by May15th.
• Breeding sheep may be leased. If leased, the agreement must be uploaded online or submitted to the Extension Office by May 15 th.
• Recommended minimum weight for the State Fair is 105 pounds; required maximum weight is 170 pounds. Market animals
exceeding that maximum weight will not be eligible for State Fair.
LAMB LEAD
Requirements:
∙ Lamb lead exhibitors must groom and train a sheep and must wear a garment made from at least 60% wool. Garment is defined as
a piece of clothing covering a main part of your body (not socks or accessories).
∙ Exhibitors will be judged based on project knowledge, poise, their outfit, and their lamb.
∙ Exhibitor must be exhibiting a lamb at the County Fair. Must exhibit a lamb at State Fair to be in the State Fair Lamb Lead.
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SWINE:
Entry Times:
Wednesday 4:00 pm – 9:00 OR
Thursday 8:00 am – 11:00 pm
BIRTH DATES:
January Gilt
February Gilt
March Gilt
Market Barrow
Weigh-In / Verification: Friday at 7:30 am
Swine Interviews: Thursday at 5:00 pm
Show: Saturday at 8:30 am
Market Gilt
Maximum of six animals
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.
Born on or after January 1 of current
year. Recommended farrow date of
February 1 or after.
Swine Details:
∙ Minnesota is now a pseudo free state. No pseudo testing required. Be sure to follow requirements for state of origin and remain
aware of any changes required by State. Animals must be identified by ear notch & ear tag. Any ear notch/ear tag that does not
match the livestock affidavit will not receive anything higher than a blue.
∙ To be eligible for State Fair and Tri-County Fair, 4H members must have barrows and gilts identified with an ear notch and State
4H ear tag by May 15th and must identification information entered into 4H Online by May 15th.
∙ AGAIN in 2016 All County Fair participants marketing swine to Hormel will be required to submit a signed form at weighin regarding health records; stating medications and withdrawal times. This is the responsibility of each individual
exhibitor.
BREEDING GILT CLASSES
January Gilt
February Gilt
March Gilt
MARKET BARROW CLASSES
Crossbred Barrow
Purebred Barrow
MARKET GILTS CLASSES
Market Gilt
Requirements:
∙ Recommended minimum weigh for State Fair is 220 pounds; maximum State Fair weight is 300. Market animals exceeding the
maximum weight will not be eligible for State Fair.
CLOVERBUD SWINE
Cloverbuds may exhibit one swine project (see Cloverbud section for further instructions)
CATS:
CAT SHOW
Show: Sunday at 12:00 pm
Maximum of 2 cats
Cat Show Details:
∙ NO State Fair Trip is available for the cat show only with an educational display judged on static day
∙ Cats are brought the day of the show, no housing available during the duration of the fair
∙ Proof of current vaccinations MUST be brought the day of the show for each cat
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PETS:
PET SHOW
Show: Sunday at 12:00 pm
Maximum of 2 pets
Pet Show Details:
∙ NO State Fair trip is available for the pet show only with an educational display judged on static day
∙ Pets must be domesticated and not exhibited as another livestock project at the fair. This means you may NOT exhibit cats, dogs
with training, etc in the pet class
∙ Dogs that are exhibited MUST follow the health regulations
∙ Pets are brought the day of the show, no housing available during the duration of the fair
∙ ALL animals brought must provide current vaccinations required.
SCIENCE OF ANIMALS EDUCATIONAL EXHIBITS
NEW FOR 2016!
Health Exhibits
Beef
Dairy
Goat-Dairy
Goat-Meat
Poultry
Rabbits
Sheep
Swine
Breeding Exhibits
Beef
Dairy
Goat-Dairy
Goat-Meat
Poultry
Rabbits
Sheep
Swine
Production Exhibits
Beef
Dairy
Goat-Dairy
Goat-Meat
Poultry
Rabbits
Sheep
Swine
Other Exhibit
Beef
Dairy
Goat-Dairy
Goat Meat
Poultry
Rabbits
Sheep
Swine
Science of Animals Exhibit Suggestions:
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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
Judging for the Science of Animals will take place on Static (general) Judging Day, Tuesday between 1:00-7:00 pm
State Fair Trips will be available. Exhibits will be judged during the Livestock Weekend and 4H’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!
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STATIC 4-H EXHIBITS (General)
Judging: Tuesday, August 9th
1:00pm – 7:00pm
Johnson Hall Building, Nicollet County Fairgrounds
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4H Members have completed 6th grade through one year post high school are eligible for State Fair Trips in each project area
Project areas list exhibit sugguestions. These are only suggestions!
Check the MN 4H Website under Projects & Resources for more ideas! http://www.extension.umn.edu/youth/mn4-H
Each exhibitor may bring TWO EXHIBITS in each project area unless otherwise indicated in the premium book
3-dimensional displays may NOT exceed 12” deep x 24’ wide x 36’ high (the center back could be 24” wide x 36” high with the
right and left wings each 12” wide x 36” high)
Any flat poster exhibit may NOT exceed 22” x 28”. Landscape plan exhibits may be on a flat poster, 22” x 28”, with plan drawn
to scale.
Each static project area is broken down into age classes for judging: Grade 3-5, Grade 6-8, and Grades 9+
AEROSPACE
AEROSPACE
Requirements:
 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.
Exhibit Suggestions:
 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
 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 – EDUCATIONAL EXHIBIT
*Cat Show held Sunday at 12:00 pm in the show arena.
Requirements:
 A cat may be entered in the cat show or the pet show, not both
 Be prepared to answer questions about your cat and its care.
 Educational exhibits may include models, diagrams or pictures. Members must have a photograph of themselves with their
cat shown on a display or poster.
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CHILD AND FAMILY DEVELOPMENT
Requirements:
 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
 3-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
*Clothing & Non-garment Projects will be judged on Tuesday, July 19 th at the Nicollet Community Room, Nicollet
Premium: Blue - $2.00, Red - $1.75, White - $1.50
NON-GARMENTS:
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A non-wearable project such as a pillow top, tote bag, chef’s apron, skirt with elastic waistband, backpack, etc.,
CLOTHES YOU MAKE:
Requirements:
 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.
 Be sure to sign up for Fashion Revue as a separate item in Fair Entry if you are interested in participating. Fashion
Review is listed separately.
 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:
Requirements:
 The purchased garment or outfit must be accompanied by an 8-1/2"x 11" binder with, at minimum, the following
information:
1. Colored photo of member wearing the garment. Label photo with name, county, and color of complexion, hair and
eyes.
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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.
Exhibit suggestions:
 A purchased garment that fits into your wardrobe plan.
 A poster showing cost comparisons, wardrobe building, accessorizing, care, etc.
FASHION REVUE
* Fashion Revue will be judged on Tuesday, July 19 th at the Nicollet Community Room, Nicollet. The public fashion revue will
take place that same evening starting at 7 pm.
Premium:
$2.00 - Participation Ribbon
CLOTHES YOU MAKE & CLOTHES YOU BUY
Requirements:
 Participants may model any clothing they have constructed, or purchased as a part of their 4H clothing project
Purpose:
 Build self-confidence and poise by developing an understanding of “self” which aids in the selection and making of clothing that is
becoming and expressive of one’s personality.
 Develop skills in planning, selecting, and making becoming clothing for different occasions.
 Select suitable and becoming accessories and model with confidence a garment made to meet one’s wardrobe needs.
 Develop good posture and grooming habits.
CLOVERBUD
NO STATE FAIR TRIP
Cloverbud members are grades Kindergarten, 1 and 2. Participation only in this project. Members may bring up to 3 exhibits to be
judged at the County Fair.
Premiums:
$2.00 – Cloverbud Ribbon for Demonstrations
$1.50 –Cloverbud Ribbon for all other exhibits
CLOVERBUD POLICY:
 Cloverbud may bring three exhibits to be judged at the fair. These three entries may be a combination of livestock and/or
non-livestock exhibits. In addition, Cloverbuds may participate in Favorite Food Show, Demonstrations and Fashion Revue.
(These are not counted as part of the three exhibits judged at the fair.)
 Refer to page 7 of the premium book for the Cloverbud policies
Criteria: Cloverbud exhibits should be something that the members have been working on during the year.
DIVISION/CLASS:
General Project Exhibit
Beef Steer or Heifer
Dairy Animal
Dairy Goat
Market Goat
Lamb
Hog
Poultry
Rabbit
Dog/Puppy Obedience or Showmanship
Cat
Pet
Fashion Revue
Clothing or Nonwearable Construction
Favorite Food Revue
Demonstration (1-3 minutes)
Horse-Showmanship at Halter
Horse-Western Pleasure
Horse-Barrel Racing
Performing Arts
Lama-Showmanship
Lama-Costume
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COMPUTER
Requirements:
 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 must be original or adapted by the member from an existing program.
CONSUMER EDUCATION
Requirements:
 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 AND FINE ARTS
CRAFTS:
 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.
Requirements:
 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.)
 Creative Arts Participants will follow the blue, red and white ribbon system; and not the participation ribbon system as
they have in the past.
FINE ARTS:
 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.)
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CROP SCIENCES
CORN
Requirements:
 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 GRAIN AND LEGUMES
Requirements:
 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.
SMALL GRAINS:
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Oats – A two-quart sample of any variety
Wheat – A two-quart sample of any variety
Barley – A two-quart sample of any variety.
Soybeans – A two-quart sample of any variety.
Other small grain or legume: A two-quart sample of any variety.
DEMONSTRATIONS
* General project demonstrations are scheduled for judging on Saturday, August 13th at 10:30 a.m. in Johnson Hall.
Premium:
Blue - $5.00, Red - $4.00, White - $3.00
DEMONSTRATIONS:
Requirements:
 Demonstration 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.
 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).
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 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
http://www.mn4h.org/programs/software_presentation
Special NOTE: if presentation software is utilized in either a Demonstration or an Illustrated Talk, the 4-Her is responsible for
securing any equipment necessary for judging. Extension staff may be able to assist in this process, but it is the
responsibility of the exhibitor to contact Extension staff WELL BEFORE the scheduled judging. 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.
ILLUSTRATED PRESENTATIONS:
Requirements:
 Illustrated Presentation 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.
 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 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.
 Presentation Software (i.e. MS PowerPoint) may be used for both Demonstrations and Illustrated Talks. 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
http://www.mn4h.org/programs/software_presentation
Special NOTE: if presentation software is utilized in either a Demonstration or an Illustrated Talk, the 4-Her is responsible for
securing any equipment necessary for judging. Extension staff may be able to assist in this process, but it is the
responsibility of the exhibitor to contact Extension staff WELL BEFORE the scheduled judging. The ideal situation is to
deliver the presentation with a computer and LCD projector.
YOUTH IN ACTION DEMONSTRATIONS:
Requirements:
 Youth in Action presentations are interactive, continuous presentations that are approximately 45 - 50 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.
* Livestock Demonstrations will be judged Saturday, August 13th at 2:30 p.m. at the fairgrounds show ring.
LIVESTOCK DEMONSTRATIONS:
Individual – Grades 9+
Team – Grades 9+
Individual – Grade 6-8
Team – Grade 6-8
Individual – Grade 3-5
Team – Grade 3-5
Livestock Demonstration Requirements:
 Follow same demonstration format as listed above under Demonstrations.
 The champion livestock demo is able to go to the State Fair with their Livestock Demonstration trip, and show their animal
as normal. This then opens up an additional trip for that particular specie for another 4-Her to go. (I.e. If the Champion
Livestock Demonstration is a Beef Exhibitor, the Beef Project will get 1 additional trip to the MN State Fair).
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 Times will be scheduled following fair registration deadline.
 4-H’ers can take a livestock demonstration in addition to a livestock animal to the Minnesota Sate Fair.
 Any participants completing a livestock demonstration at the Minnesota State Fair will receive a $30 premium from the
Minnesota Livestock Breeders Association.
Nicollet County Pork Producers: $5.00 cash awards for each pork/swine demonstration, team or individual. In addition, 1 st place $20.00, 2nd place - $15.00, 3rd place - $10.00.
Nicollet Soil and Water Conservation District: $25.00 cash awards for demonstrations (team or individual) on topics of wildlife,
forestry, conservation, soil and water conservation.
Tri-County Solid Waste Office: $5.00 cash awards for demonstrations dealing with Solid Waste Management – Recycling,
Reduction of waste, Reuse of materials that would otherwise go into a landfill, household hazardous wastes and composting.
$10.00 cash awards to demonstrations selected for State Fair.
Nicollet County ADA: $10.00 cash awards to each individual or team demonstration using and showing dairy products.
Benco-Wells Electric: $20.00 cash award to each individual or team demonstration on the topic of wise use of electricity, energy
conservation and/or alternative sources of energy.
DOG EXHIBITS
 Educational exhibits may include models, diagrams or pictures.
 Examples: dog diseases, breeding, training, etc.
ELECTRIC
Requirements:
 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 more information at: http://www.extension.umn.edu/youth/mn4-H/projects/set/.
AQUATIC ROBOTICS:
Requirements:
 Design and build their own remote-operated vehicle (ROV)
 Use and adapt it to monitor water quality/AIS education
 Work in teams of a least 3 youth, or individuals may exhibit
 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
 Display showing your use in AIS Education
 Booklet showing their progression in AIS education as a team
ENGINEERING DESIGN:
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Requirements:
 Include description of the problem / challenge being solved
 Include description of the engineering design process / steps undergone to solve problem
 Exhibit of engineering design product
 Display, binder, poster, webpage exploring a related career
ROBOTICS:
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 either be programmable or remote controlled. The robot can be
created by an individual or a group.
Requirements:
 Exhibits must be labeled with name, and county on all pieces of the exhibit
 Include a description of the robots 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:
Rube Goldberg is an overly complex contraption design 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.
Requirements:
 Please refer to the Rube Goldberg Rule Book at www.4-H.umn.edu/events/engineering-design-challenge/ 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 6ft x 6ft 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
 Create a blog (webpage) to show the Rube Goldberg Machine online
 RG machine itself
The State Fair competition will consist of a team conference judging experience and a showcase public event. The team
conference 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 to the judge and demonstrate their contraption as well. These will be scheduled
throughout 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.
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ENTOMOLOGY
Requirements – Insect Collection Exhibits:
 Collections shall be contained in a glass topped case; approximately 19" x 16.5" x 3" to 24” x 18” x 3” (drawers available for
purchase in varying sizes). Arrange so that the case may be displayed in a horizontal position. Place project label on lower
right corner of glass top. Only one case per exhibitor is allowed.
 Specimens must be collected. Purchased insects are not acceptable.
 Exhibitors must be the collector of the specimens in the project.
 Specimens must be properly pinned with insect pins. Small insects may need to be placed on cardboard points.
 Specimens must be properly labeled:
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.
 For more specific information on pinning, labeling, other information, see Collecting and Preserving Insects, a MN 4-H
Entomology Resource, www.4-H.umn.edu/projects/entomology.
Requirements: Non-Collection Project exhibits:
 Emphasis of project must relate to an aspect of entomology.
 Project must demonstrate specific knowledge of insects. Be prepared to discuss references and sources (e.g. books,
magazines, internet, interviews with an expert etc.)
 Live projects (e.g. bee or ant colony) will be accepted if the project can be self-sustaining for up to 14 days without special
care.
 A 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.
 General Insect Collection: must consist of a minimum of 50 species of adult insects representing at least 8 orders.
 Specialty insect collection can include but is not limited to a collection of a single order (e.g. Coleopteran 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).
 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
Requirements:
 This area is for 4-H'ers who wish to learn more about a given specie. Animal ownership is not required.
 4-H'ers enrolled in Exploring Animals, Beef, Dairy, Dairy Goat, Poultry, Rabbit, Sheep or Swine may exhibit in this category.
 An educational exhibit to show or explain something 4-H’er made or learned, or may explore consumer issues, breeds or
careers.
EXPLORING THE ENVIRONMENT
 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.
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FISHING SPORTS
 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
Requirements:
 Label each container according to kind or variety.
 Outdoor living flowers and plants are to be exhibited in this area (including Outdoor Fairy Gardens)
 Live plant material will be accepted if it can be maintained in a fresh condition with ease.
 When exhibiting cut flowers, we suggest:
a) three stems of one variety of annual flower, or
b) one stem of a hardy perennial, or
c) one stem of summer flowering bulbs, or
d) one blossom of a tea rose, or
e) 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).
FOOD REVIEW
*Food Review is judged on Tuesday, July 19th at the Nicollet Community Room, Nicollet
Requirements:
 You must bring your photo, menu, place setting and food item to be judged on this date.
 You are free to choose your own theme for your place setting and display
FOODS AND NUTRITION
Requirements:
 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.
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 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 Food Guide Pyramid.
 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 (such as: 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
Requirements:
 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.
 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 must be heat-tempered glass canning jars.
 All jars must be sealed. Leave screw bands on two piece jar lids. Jellies and jams must be covered with lids.
 Use pint jars for fruit, vegetables, and fish; one-half pint jars for jams and jellies; one quart jars for pickled 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.
 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
 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.
 Beef or venison jerky.
Food science experiment or educational display
FOREST RESOURCES
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.
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 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
Requirements:
 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
Requirement:
 Attach specimens securely to a backboard and display in a glass-topped case of the same model as used by the
entomologists (approximately 19" x 16.5" x 3"). Specimens should be approximately 2" x 2". Label each specimen using
the label described on page seven of the Geology Manual. Size of label may be reduced to fit display case, if needed. 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
 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
 Report on a health issue (i.e. alcohol and chemical abuse, eating disorders, sexuality, sexually transmitted disease,
pregnancy, stress, depression, etc..) 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.
HOME ENVIRONMENT
Requirements:
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 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.
HORSELESS AND HORSE RELATED
(State Horse Show Trip)*
Educational Exhibits in the horse project. Exhibits must be brought to the County Fair in Johnson Hall on Tuesday, August 9 for
conference judging.
Horseless Educational Exhibit (member does not own a horse)
Grades 6+ Grades 3-5
Horse Related Educational Exhibit (Member owns a horse)
Grades 6+
Grades 3-5
Criteria:
• Must be an educational exhibit.
• Poster exhibit may not exceed 22” x 28”.
• Three-dimensional displays may not exceed 12” deep x 24” wide x 36” high.
• Models, essays, scrapbooks, etc. are also acceptable.
INDOOR GARDENING
Indoor living flowers and plants are to be exhibited in this area (including Indoor Fairy Gardens).
Requirements:
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.
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 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.
LAWN AND LANDSCAPE DESIGN
Requirements:
 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
Requirements:
 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 is 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.
 Any item made by the member using the techniques of knitting, crocheting, embroidery and crewel, counted cross stitch,
needlepoint, hardanger, handquilting, weaving, applique, latchhook, 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
PERFORMING
ARTS
*Performing Arts will be judged on July 19, 7:00 p.m. at the Nicollet School Auditorium.
Think about the things that you can do. Ask yourself if you like to sing, dance, play an instrument, or do a comedy routine?
Think about your comfort zone. Can you stretch beyond it to build and grow within your area?
Decide whether to perform alone or with others. If you decide to perform alone, things you could do by yourself might
include a reading, vocal or instrumental solo, dance, magic, act, etc. If you want to involve others, doing things as a group
might include skits, musicals, dance, comedy acts, etc.
What can I do in Performing Arts? Any type of entertainment can be used. Some types of acts may include, but are not
limited to: Music – solos or group musicals, instrumentals, etc., Drama – skits or plays., Readings – memorize a favorite
reading, poem or monologue and share the story with others in a creative way. You could also perform other kinds of acts
including dance of any kind, rhythm acts, lip syncs, magic acts, puppetry, mime, etc.
Requirements:
 State Fair trips available to participants in Grades 6+
 If this is an actual performance, the performance cannot last longer than 7 minutes
 Please keep song selections, acts & clothing 4-H appropriate. 4-H staff has the right to ask any participant to change his/her
clothing if inappropriate.
 Performances will be ranked by 1 st, 2nd, 3rd place, etc and ranked into a State Fair Line Up. They will not be judged on a blue,
red or white placement.
 You must enter for Performing Arts in Fair Entry by the County Fair Registration Deadline.
PET EXHIBIT
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 Educational display explaining pet care, health, nutritional needs, etc; exhibit must include a photograph of 4-Her with their
pet.
 Pet related exhibit, i.e. photo album, history of species display, animal care display.
PHOTOGRAPHY
PHOTOGRAPHY – Digital / film:
CHECK THIS OUT – Tips and suggestions from 4-H photography judges to prepare your 4-H photography exhibit and get ready
for judging at your county fair, http://www.extension.umn.edu/youth/mn4-H/projects/docs/photography-tipssuggestionsfor-projects.pdf.
PHOTOGRAPHY – ELEMENTS:
Elements of Photography Description:
Exhibit will focus on what makes a good photograph. 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, underwater
camera, time lapse camera, cell phone, tablet)
Requirements:
 All photos exhibited MUST have been taken/produced/enhanced by the exhibitor during the current 4-H year.
 Exhibitors name, club, county and exhibit class and lot should be printed on the back of the exhibit.
 When editing or using enhancements an unaltered 4x6” photo must be included on the back of the exhibit.
 NO picture frame or glass allowed for safety
 Allowed exhibits use 4x6”, 5x7” or 8x10” photographs, mounted on mat board or poster board – neutral colors are best
(white, tan, grey or black)
 Do not use construction paper
 Use 14x22’ board for 5 or more photos. Cut a smaller board for 2to 4 prints or a panorama
 When a photo has been cropped, the original (unaltered) 4x6” photo must be included on the back of the exhibit
 Photo story of 5 to 7 same size photos matted or displayed on poster board
 Photo story (usually 4 x 6” photos). Some examples might include:
o A 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.
o 4-H project, another member’s 4-H project, or your 4-H club’s community service projects
o Environmental issues(s) or a community need
o A “Day in the Life of”… …. (Farm or city youth, an elementary, middle or high school youth, etc)
 Showing a process (i.e. how to make something or steps to make something)
 Common theme or subject of 3 to 7 photos (4x6”) (i.e. people, buildings, landscape, animals, seasons, action, nature,
weather, shapes, close-ups, etc)
 Panorama
 Enlargement or multiple 4x6” 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 4x6” photos to show photographic style. Ideas include: Illustrate lighting technique, journalist
photography, documentary photography, commercial photography, portrait setup, collage, etc.
PHOTOGRAPHY – CREATIVE:
Creative / Applied Photography Description:
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 should focus on how photography is used in everyday life, including creative
editing, mugs, ornaments, photo gifts, posters, calendars, brochures and advertising.
Equipment:
 Digital or film camera, underwater camera, time lapse camera, cellphone, tablet, digital DSLR.
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Requirements:
 All photos exhibited MUST have been taken/produced/enhanced by the exhibitor during the current 4-H year. (Exception –
an exhibit integrating older photographs)
 Exhibitors name, club, county and exhibit class and lot should be printed on the back of the exhibit.
 An unaltered 4x6” photo must be included on the back of an exhibit or an outline of steps.
 NO picture frame or glass allowed for safety
 Enlargements should be 5x7” or 8x10”; multiple photos on project should be 4x6”
 Exhibits 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).
 Enlarged photograph (5x7” or 8x10”) digitally enhanced on neutral matting (white, tan, grey, or black). The original
unaltered 4x6” photo must be included on the back of exhibit.
 Calendar, brochure, event poster, etc. (NO scrapbooks)
 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 14x22 poster board or computer, tablet or DVD.
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Note – If you do not have the equipment to show this slideshow to the judge, you need to let the Extension
Office know this well in advance of the County Fair.
PLANT AND SOIL SCIENCE
 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.
POTATO
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
*Quilts will be judged on Tuesday, July 19th at the Nicollet Community Room, Nicollet.
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-Her, 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.
 A display showing the history of quilting, fabrics and patterns used in quilting, or a topic of your choice.
SAFETY
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 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
Requirements:
 Scrapbook must have been completed in the past twelve months.
 May bring scrapbooks or educational display showing how to scrapbook.
SELF DETERMINED
Requirements:
 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
 Use this project area for Geospatial exhibits and Clowning Exhibits
SHOOTING SPORTS/WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT
Requirements:
 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.
 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 (WOOD AND/OR METAL)
Requirements:
 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.
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 Article made of wood or metal
 Wooden or metal article repaired, finished, or refinished.
 Display on properties, uses, or processing of wood.
SMALL ENGINES
 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
Requirements:
 Check space requirements for large exhibits with staff. Large exhibits may be displayed outdoors. Please let Extension
Staff know ahead of time if you’ll be having a large exhibit.
 Fuel must be removed from exhibits for display.
 A poster, video, display, notebook, representing your project learning.
 Restored, reconditioned, rebuilt tractor.
 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
Requirements:
 Label vegetables with proper variety names.
 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 specimen = 6 different vegetable specimens for this project choosing any
combination of the following:
A. One large vegetable specimen (cabbage, squash, melon, pumpkin, cauliflower, etc)
B. Three different medium sized vegetable specimens and 3 of each specimen (tomatoes, onions, peppers,
cucumbers, kohlrabi, carrots, beets, turnips, etc)
C. Two small vegetable specimen’s and 12 of each specimen (green beans, peas, lima beans, etc)
D. Potatoes or cherry tomatoes may not be included.
 If selected for State Fair: vegetable exhibits taken to the State Fair must contain 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.
un-thinned vegetables).
 A mini garden planted in a tub, pail, or large planter.
VETERINARY SCIENCE
Requirements:
 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.
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VIDEO/FILMMAKING
CHECK THIS OUT – Tips and suggestions from 4-H photography judges to prepare your 4-H photography/filmmaking exhibit
and get ready for judging at your county fair, http://www.extension.umn.edu/youth/mn4-H/projects/docs/photographytips-suggestionsfor-projects.pdf.
Equipment:
 Video camera, digital camera, DSLR, time lapse camera or trail camera, cellphone, tablet, Go Pro
Requirements:
 All video/film footage exhibited must have been recorded/created in the current 4-H year. 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 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
 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
publicly displayed unless the exhibitor has written permission from the producer to use the material in the video/film.
 The exhibitors name, grade, club, and exhibit class and lot should be clearly printed on all exhibit pieces
 A computer with DVD player or USB will be provided for viewing the video/film during the conference judging IF
REQUESTED. 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, .MOV, .AVCHD, .MPEG-1,
.MEG-4, as well as a playable DVD.
 This is not a slideshow (see Creative/Applied Photography for slideshow).
 A poster which 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)
 A video/film using Claymation
WATER WETLANDS
 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.
WILDLIFE BIOLOGY
 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 wingboards, birdhouse trails, game food habits, game animal habitat
requirements, history of game management, etc).
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YOUTH LEADERSHIP
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.
Requirements:
 Youth leader should be prepared to discuss the skills they have discovered, developed and shared with others through their
involvement in Youth Leadership. This may happen individually or as a group.
 A written narrative of your leadership role in your club or county including: holding an elected office, committee work,
camp counselor, part of event management, project organizer, on-going yearly responsibilities in a planned club program
and fund raising, etc.
 A lesson plan for an activity or a project meeting that you have planned and presented. Include teaching outline, objectives,
information to be presented, techniques to be used, etc….
 Display, scrapbook, poster (but not limited to these), that documents you taking charge and leading a service project. Share
the steps from the beginning to the end.
CLUB PROJECTS
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.
 Club name on 3 x 5 card pinned to back. (Any assembly technique can be used.)
 Banner must be brought to the Prior to Fair Clean Up on July 27 th so they can be hung during fair clean-up.
 Banners will be hung on Saturday, July 27th during clean-up/set-up of 4-H building.
CLUB HISTORIAN
No State Fair trip awarded.
Requirement:
 Show and explain your club activities and participation in community and county events.
CLUB COMMUNITY PRIDE
One exhibit will be selected for State Fair.
Community Pride participants at State Fair may exhibit another individual project
Requirements:
 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.
 Two club youth who participated in the project may represent the club in conference judging.
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2016 Nicollet County Fair 4-H Premium Book

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