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2020 HUMBOLDT COUNTY DISTRICT FAIR Official Fair Book Rules and Information
2020 Humboldt County distriCt Fair
Official Fair BookRules and Information
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Gilmore City: 515-373-6244 Humboldt: 515-332-1451
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WHEN THE STAKES ARE RAISED, WE’VE GOT THE BEEF TO BACK YOU UPBank Iowa agribusiness loans and services make the cut.
Gilmore City: 515-373-6244 Humboldt: 515-332-1451
Angie Frerk [email protected]
Dyanne [email protected]
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2020 Humboldt District FairTable of Contents
Fair Board Members/Livestock Committees/Extension Council/Youth Committee Members / 4-H Foundation Board / Extension Staff.............................. 44-H Club Leaders/Club Booth and Display Guidelines ........................................................ 52020 Humboldt District Fair Schedule ..................................................................................6-7Fair Entry Fees ............................................................................................................................. 8Learning Card Example / General Rules .............................................................................8-10Communications Department ............................................................................... 11-14 Educational Presentations, Working Exhibits, Share-the-Fun, Extemporaneous Speaking, Poster Communications Clothing Events Department ................................................................................. 15-17 4-H Fashion Revue, Clothing Selection, $15 Challenge Family & Consumer Sciences Department ............................................................ 18-21 Child Development, Clothing & Fashion, Food & Nutrition, Health Home Improvement, Sewing & Needle Arts, Other Family & Consumer Science, 4-H Challenge Classes (Photography & Food)Personal Development ................................................................................................22 Citizenship, Communication, Leadership, Self DeterminedAnimals .........................................................................................................................23 Animal Science, Veterinary ScienceAgriculture and Natural Resources Department .................................................. 23-24 Crop Production, Environment & Sustainability, Horticulture, Outdoor Adventures, Safety and Education in Shooting Sports, Other Agriculture & Natural ResourcesScience, Engineering & Technology Department ........................................................24 Aerospace, Welding, Automotive, Computer, Tractor, Small Engine, Woodworking, Electric/Electronics, Science and TechnologyCreative Arts Department ...................................................................................... 25-26 Music, Photography, Visual ArtsGarden Department .............................................................................................. 27-292020 Livestock Health Requirements .................................................................... 30-35General Livestock Rules ......................................................................................... 34-36Herdsmanship Contest/Showmanship Contest .................................................................... 36Beef .........................................................................................................................................37-38Bucket/Bottle Calf ..................................................................................................................... 38Dairy/Dairy Goat ...................................................................................................................... 39Meat Goat ..............................................................................................................................39-40Bucket/Bottle Goat .................................................................................................................... 40Horse and Pony .....................................................................................................................41-42 Pets/Dog ................................................................................................................................... 42 Poultry/Rabbits ....................................................................................................................42-44 Sheep ......................................................................................................................................44-45Swine ......................................................................................................................................45-46Open Horticulture Show .....................................................................................................47-50Open Class Photography .....................................................................................................51-52
All loss or damage of fair exhibits or projects is the responsibility of the exhibitor. The Humboldt County Fair Board and Fair Association or the Extension Office
will not be liable for loss or damage of exhibits.
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Humboldt County 727 Sumner Ave. Humboldt, IA 50548 515-332-2201 / fax 515-332-2211 E-mail: [email protected]
May 2020
Welcome to the 2020 Humboldt County District Fair! Please note there are several changes from previous years. READ the fair book and note the deadlines for entering exhibits. Some of the changes are summarized below.
1. Entry Deadline is June 15 for livestock, fashion revue, communications and the garden tour fair projects. Static exhibit judging entry process will be judging day, July 22. Entry forms will be available from your 4-H Leader or at the Humboldt County Extension Office. Extension staff will be busy on judging day so please bring questions to their attention prior to judging day.
2. You must use the section and class codes listed when making your entries. Other exhibit areas have minor organizational changes. Your cooperation in filling forms out properly will be greatly appreciated.
3. Textiles & Clothing, Home Improvement and Visual Art exhibitors must include information about use of design elements and art principles in most classes. Read the information in the department listing for additional information. Discussion of design elements and art principles may also be required for other classes, depending on the exhibit.
4. Exhibitors are reminded that Copyright Restrictions remain a point of emphasis. If you have questions, ask in advance. Exhibits that violate copyright restrictions will not be displayed at the fair.
5. Have any questions? Ask us, or ask your leaders. We will try to answer your fair exhibit questions to the best of our ability. We would much rather have you ask us your questions BEFORE the fair so we can avoid problems during the fair.
6. The Humboldt County Fair Board will continue to have the Humboldt County Fair as a District Show. 4-H and FFA exhibitors qualified to attend the Humboldt County District Fair include those that reside in Humboldt County or counties that physically touch Humboldt County including Webster, Pocahontas, Palo Alto, Kossuth, Hancock, and Wright counties. Livestock to be included in the District Show are beef, horses, goats, poultry, rabbits, sheep and swine.
7. The county fair should be a time of celebration and it’s your chance to show the public what you have learned this past year. “Strive for Gold” will be the theme for the 4-H club booths this year. All of us in the Humboldt Extension Office are looking forward to a great 2020 Humboldt District Fair.
Kiersten Beilke Lexi Seuntjens Kim Axne County Youth Coordinator County Program Coordinator Office Manager
Iowa State University and U.S. Department of Agriculture cooperating. Extension programs are available to all without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, or disability.
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Protest and Demonstrations
The Humboldt County Agricultural Society recognizes the First Amendment of the US Constitution relating to free speech.
If Confrontations or protest occur or appear likely to occur, notify the Humboldt County Agricultural Society Board immediately. Do not take personal or direct action.
Media questions about protest, picketing or issues related to animal care should be addressed by the Humboldt County Agricultural Board or their designees.
Rules for protest/demonstrations on property of the Humboldt County Agricultural Society:
*No individual or group may interrupt the normal activities of the Humboldt County Fair or other events of the Humboldt County Agricultural Society.
*Handing out literature of any type must be from a rented booth or similar facility.
*A protest/demonstration must be arranged with the Humboldt County Agricultural Society board.
*Amplified methods are not allowed at any protest/demonstration.
*Protest/demonstration group or individual shall be responsible for the property disposal at their expense of any or all debris resulting in their event.
*Protesting/demonstrating group or individual shall be responsible for the action of all persons involved during their event and shall be held responsible for the action of all persons.
*Location of the protest/demonstration shall be inside the horse arena.
*A protest/demonstration shall be allowed between 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Thursday, July 23, 2020.
*The Humboldt County Agricultural Society shall not be held liable for any actions or activities brought forth by the group or individual participation in a protest/demonstration.
*The Humboldt County Agricultural Society reserve final and absolute right to interpret these rules and to settle and determine arbitrarily all matters regarding protesting/demonstrating at any event/activity of the Humboldt County Agricultural Society.
Jeff Haselhuhn
President Humboldt County Agricultural Society
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HUMBOLDT COUNTY FAIR BOARD MEMBERS
LIVESTOCK COMMITTEESBEEF MEAT GOATSCommittee: Committee:Tyler Rutz Tom and Melanie MonsonMarcus Gatewood John and Sue SaathoffBrett KampenGary Vinsand SHEEP SWINECommittee: Committee:Gary Erickson Roger CarlsonBruce Schipull Paul Davis Tim Carlson Jason OpheimHORSE Tessa MyersCommittee: Ahern Craven Pat Hill PETS/RABBITS/POULTRY Bruce Schipull
COUNTY AGRICULTURAL EXTENSION COUNCILJeff Goodell, Chair Tyler Lane, Vice Chair Jill Soenen, TreasurerRhonda Vinsand, Secretary Robert Abens Jenna BormannKrystle Graaf Scott Lerdal Kerri Mertz
HUMBOLDT COUNTY YOUTH COMMITTEESharon Erickson Jenna Bormann Carolyn HartmannTammy Vinsand Gary Erickson Jana Terwilliger
HUMBOLDT COUNTY 4-H FOUNDATION BOARDLauri Beilke Les Bleich Jenna Day Carolyn Hartmann Pat Hill Scott Lerdal Mike Lindemann Jay Lynch
HUMBOLDT COUNTY EXTENSION STAFFKiersten Beilke County Youth CoordinatorLexi Seuntjens County Program CoordinatorKim Axne Office Manager
Jason OpheimRoger Carlson Jerod Hatcher Tyler RutzBruce SchipullNate Nostrom
Jeff Haselhuhn, PresidentJeff Halverson, Vice-PresidentPaul Davis, SecretaryKevin Cordray, Treasurer Marva Anderson, Accounting Manager
Nick DavisAlex RheadCody RicklefsChad KampenRoss NewtonGary Vinsand
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Club Booths/Display AreasThe booths will be judged on Tuesday, July 21 during the lunch break. The winners will be posted on Wednesday morning. The winning club will receive $20 for their club treasury. Second place receives a prize of $10 and third will receive $7.50. Ribbons will be placed in the winning booths. Good Luck!!!
Remember that the first day of the fair is a busy day, so have everything planned and made ahead of time so you just need to put the decorations up. The 2020 Fair Theme will be “Strive for Gold”.
4-H Club Leaders
Clover Program Kiersten Beilke, Humboldt Jessica Norman, Bode
Corinth Red StarsShelley Gerjets, Humboldt Abby Larsen, Humboldt
Country BumpkinsRamona Kirchhoff, HumboldtNicole Ludolph, Humboldt
Gilmore City-Bradgate 4-H ClubKelsey Upah, HumboldtTracy Dickey, Gilmore City
Gilmore City-Bradgate Clover KidsBrittany Dickey, Gilmore CityD’Etta Lester, Humboldt
HDC Clovers Shelly Umstead, Humboldt
Livermore BulldogsShawna Newman, LivermoreAlanna Warren, Livermore
Science ClubCindy Reher, Humboldt
Shooting Sports - Humboldt CountyLes Bacon, HumboldtBrian Ernst, HumboldtJerod Hatcher, HumboldtChris Nielsen, Gilmore CitySusan Nielsen, Gilmore CityBlaine Thompson, OttosenGreg Vik, HumboldtBrad Askelson, Humboldt
Thor VikingsChad Kampen, Humboldt
Weaver ValleyTawny Hoover, Gilmore CityShiliah Stein, Gilmore City
West Grove HustlersMike Coleman, HumboldtBrent Kuehnast, HumboldtJosh McIntire, Humboldt
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Wednesday, May 15 All 4-H/FFA Livestock IDs due in Extension Office (except for poultry, rabbits and pets (non dog))
Monday, June 15 All 4-H/FFA Fair non-static entries due
Monday, June 299:00 a.m. Fashion Revue & Clothing Selection Judging
Monday, July 69:00 a.m. Communication Judging
Tuesday, July 219:00-3:30 p.m. 4-H Exhibit Judging – Events Center9:00 a.m. 4-H Bake Sale in Events Center10:00 a.m. 4-H Food Stand Opens3:30 p.m. 4-H Club Booth Judging in Events Center
Wednesday, July 227:00 a.m. 4-H Food Stand Open9 a.m.-9 p.m. North Event Center 4-H Exhibits Open9:00 a.m. 4-H/FFA Horse & Pony Show in ArenaNoon Set-up for Commercial Exhibits12:00-1:00 Sheep weigh-in1:30-2:30 Meat Goat weigh-in3:30-4:00 Poultry Check-in4:00-5:00 Rabbit Check-in 5:00-Close Carnival Antique Tractor Display5:00-7:00 p.m. Fair Board FFA Free Watermelon FeedDaily Dream Carriage Rides7:00 p.m. FRee GRandsTand - little Miss & Mr., 4-H style show, Fair Queen Contest, Humboldt Co. soil & Water Conservation awards
THuRsday, July 23 7:00 a.m. 4-H Food Stand Open7:00-9:00 a.m. 4-H/FFA Swine weigh-in9:00-10:00 a.m. 4-H/FFA Beef weigh-in9 a.m.-5 p.m. LYNN ANDERSON – Chainsaw Artist9 a.m.-9 p.m. North Event Center 4-H Exhibits Open10:00 a.m. 4-H Bucket/Bottle Calves check-in 10:30 a.m. Dairy Goat Show 11:00 a.m. Meat Goat Show (following Dairy Show)1:30 p.m. Sheep Show4:00 p.m. Poultry Show4:00-Close Carnival - Arm Bands 5-9:00 p.m. $15 Face Painting - Free4:00-8:00 p.m. Commercial Exhibits set-up - Hewitt HallDaily Dream Carriage Rides7:00 p.m. sHoW RInG - Impact Pro Wrestling
FRIday, July 247:00 a.m. 4-H Food Stand Open9:00 a.m. 4-H/FFA Beef Show in Show Ring Bucket Bottle Calf show to follow9 a.m.-9 p.m. North Event Center 4-H Exhibits Open9 a.m.-5 p.m. LYNN ANDERSON – Chainsaw Artist1:00 p.m. 4-H/FFA Rabbit Show Goat Obstacle Course - Show Ring2:00 4:00 6:00 Critter Close Ups (Free Show)4:00-Close Carnival Face Painting - Free4:00 p.m. State Fair/Alt/OJ Pictures5:00-8:00 p.m. Polka Hall Check In Horticulture Open Show5:00-8:00 p.m. Commercial Exhibits - Hewitt HallDaily Dream Carriage Rides 7:00 p.m. GRandsTand - outlaws Truck & Tractor Pull local Pickup Pull to follow
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saTuRday, July 257:00 a.m. 4-H Food Stand Open8:00 a.m. 4-H/FFA Swine Show in Show Ring8 a.m.-12 p.m. Horticulture Open Show Check In - Polka Hall9 a.m.-9 p.m. North Event Center 4-H Exhibits Open9 a.m.-5 p.m. LYNN ANDERSON - Chainsaw Artist9:00 a.m. Tractor Ride 10:00 a.m. Mud Volleyball10:00 a.m. Horseshoe Tournament12:00-8:00 p.m. North Event Center 4-H Exhibits12:00-8:00 p.m. Commercial Exhibits - Hewitt Hall1:00 p.m. Horticulture Open Show - Polka Hall1:00 p.m. 4-H Pet Show in Show Ring1:30 p.m. Open Class Pet Show (following 4-H show)2:00 4:00 6:00 Critter Close Ups (Free Show)3:00-Close Carnival Face Painting - FreeDaily Dream Carriage Rides7:00 p.m. GRandsTand – demo derby
sunday, July 267:00 a.m. 4-H Food Stand Open9:00 a.m. Cook Off Contest10 a.m.-12 p.m. Weigh-In Open Swine Show11:00 a.m. South Event Center - Cowboy ChurchNoon-5:00 p.m. LYNN ANDERSON – Chainsaw ArtistNoon-5:00 p.m. North Event Center Hall 4-H ExhibitsNoon-5:00 p.m. Commercial Exhibits - Hewitt Hall1:00 p.m. Open Swine Show1:00 p.m. BANK IOWA PEDAL TRACTOR PULL – front of Hewitt Hall1:00-8:00 p.m. Carnival - Arm Bands 1-5:00 p.m. $15 Face Painting - Free2:00 4:00 6:00 Critter Close Ups (Free Show)2:00 p.m. Talent Show3:00 p.m. Cook Off Judging4:30 p.m. All 4-H/FFA Livestock released, except swine & livestock to be sold at auction5:00-6:00 p.m. All 4-H Home Economics, Science, Arts, Horticulture exhibits etc. releasedDaily Dream Carriage Rides7:00 p.m. Grandstand – Tough Truck Challenge8:00 p.m. Chainsaw auction IntermissionTo follow Fireworks after Tough Truck
Monday, July 277 a.m.-1 p.m. 4-H Food Stand open8:30 a.m. Humboldt District Fair Livestock Auction in Livestock Show Ring
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LEARNING CARD EXAMPLE NAME CLUB NUMBER OF YEARS IN PROJECT AREA _________________________________ CLASS NO. CLASS NAME A. What was your exhibit goal(s)? B. How did you go about working toward your goal(s)? C. What were the most important things you learned as you worked toward your goal(s)? Design Elements and Principles are not required to be in the learning card but judges may ask 4-H’ers about them during conference judging (Home Improvement, Clothing and Visual Arts). It is the responsibility of the 4-H’er to know them. The 4-Her needs to be able to identify the design element(s) and/or art principle(s) used in this particular exhibit and how it is used. (Example: “I used the primary colors of red, blue, and yellow to emphasize the geometric shapes” not just “the element I used was color”). There is a resource available at the Extension Office that explains the Elements and Principles of design!! **Check for additional requirements in exhibit classes for home improvement, photography and visual arts.**
**The information requested needs to be well organized and brief.**
General Rules 1. Any Humboldt County 4-H member in good standing is eligible to exhibit. *Good Standing - Enrollment Health, Code of Ethics forms are turned in and the Program Development Fee has been paid. A 4-H member becomes ineligible to exhibit at the county level, or beyond, upon completion of the calendar year of high school graduation. 2. Grade Divisions include: A. Juniors [Grades 4, 5 & 6] B. Intermediates [Grades 7 & 8] C. Seniors [Grades 9, 10, 11, & 12] 3. Exhibits selected for State Fair competition must be exhibits by 4-H'ers who have completed 5th - 12th grade. 4. Exhibitors in 4-H classes are not eligible to exhibit in a similar department of the FFA divisions or vise-verse. See also “4-H Department General Rules and Regulations” 5. Exhibits previously entered in an FFA Ag Science Fair or any other FFA event or competition many not be entered in any 4-H exhibit class. 6. Eligible exhibits are an outgrowth of work done as a planned part of the 4-H’ers participation in 4-H projects or programs during the current 4-H year. Exhibits can be done by an individual or group and may represent all or part of the learning in the project or program. 7. Exhibits that do not comply with the class description, size guidelines, copyright restrictions, safety and approved methods will be disqualified and not put on public display. The exhibitor will receive evaluation comments and an explanation of why the exhibit was disqualified. 8. If the exhibitor chooses a display to illustrate what was learned:
• Posters may not exceed 24” x 36” in size. • Chart boards, graph boards, project presentation boards, model displays, etc., may not exceed 48” x 48” in size.
Maximum size is determined by measuring the flat (unfolded) dimensions. • Display boxes may not exceed 28" x 22" in height or width and 12" in depth.
9. Entries for animals, garden, fashion and communications must be made on entry forms due to the Extension Office by Monday, June 22nd . 4-H Club enrollments are also due on this date. To enter current fair projects you must be enrolled in 4-H by June 22nd , 2015. There will be Absolutely No Livestock Entry additions at the fair. 10. Static Exhibit entries will be made during the day of judging, July 21, 2015 Family & Consumer Science; Personal Development; Animals; Agriculture & Natural Resources; Science, Engineering & Technology; Creative Arts; Gardening and Challenge exhibits will be judged on Tuesday, July 21st . Clubs will be judged at staggered times. Exhibits will be judged in the Events Center and displayed in Hewitt Hall.
FaIR enTRy FeesdePaRTMenT Fee MaXIMuM # oF enTRIes - Breeding Beef $5.00 per entry 3 entries- Market Beef $5.00 per entry 3 entries- Bucket/Bottle Calf $5.00 per entry 1 entry- Dairy/Dairy Goat $5.00 per entry 3 entries per class - not more than 9- Meat Goat $5.00 per entry 2 entries per class - not more than 6- Breeding Meat Goat $5.00 per entry 2 entries per class- Horse $5.00 per entry 1 entry per class- Pets $5.00 per entry 1 dog, 1 cat, 2 other- Poultry $3.00 per entry 2 entries per class- Rabbits $3.00 per entry 2 entries per class- Breeding Lambs $5.00 per entry 2 per class, 1 pen of 3- Market Sheep $5.00 per entry 1 pen of 3, 5 individuals (max of 5 head)- Market Hog $5.00 per entry 1 pen of 3, 4 individuals, 1 com. gilt, 1 purebred- Garden Tour No fee - Clothing Events $1.00 per entry 1 entry per section- Communications $1.00 per entry 1 entry per section
- Family & Consumer Sciences $3.00 entry fee Unlimited (1 entry per Challenge Class)
- Animals, Ag. & Natural $3.00 entry fee Unlimited Resources, Science, *Photography (Limit of 6 entries Engineering & Technology, not counting challenge class) Expressive (Creative) Arts
- Garden $2.00 entry fee 2 entries/class
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General Rules1. Any Humboldt County 4-H member in good standing is eligible to exhibit. *Good Standing
- Enrollment Health, Code of Ethics forms are turned in and the Program Development Fee has been paid. A 4-H member becomes ineligible to exhibit at the county level, or beyond, upon completion of the calendar year of high school graduation.
2. Grade Divisions include: A. Juniors [Grades 4, 5 & 6] B. Intermediates [Grades 7 & 8] C. Seniors [Grades 9, 10, 11, & 12]3. Exhibits selected for State Fair competition must be exhibits by 4-H’ers who have
completed 5th - 12th grade.4. Exhibitors in 4-H classes are not eligible to exhibit in a similar department of the FFA
divisions or vise-verse. See also “4-H Department General Rules and Regulations”5. Exhibits previously entered in an FFA Ag Science Fair or any other FFA event or competition
many not be entered in any 4-H exhibit class. 6. Eligible exhibits are an outgrowth of work done as a planned part of the 4-H’ers participation
in 4-H projects or programs during the current 4-H year. Exhibits can be done by an individual or group and may represent all or part of the learning in the project or program.
7. Exhibits that do not comply with the class description, size guidelines, copyright restrictions, safety and approved methods will be disqualified and not put on public display. The exhibitor will receive evaluation comments and an explanation of why the exhibit was disqualified.
8. If the exhibitor chooses a display to illustrate what was learned:• Posters may not exceed 24” x 36” in size. • Chart boards, graph boards, project presentation boards, model displays, etc., may not
exceed 48” x 48” in size. Maximum size is determined by measuring the flat (unfolded) dimensions.
• Display boxes may not exceed 28” x 22” in height or width and 12” in depth. 9. Entries for animals, garden, fashion and communications must be made on entry forms
due to the Extension Office by Monday, June 15th. 4-H Club enrollments are also due on this date. To enter current fair projects you must be enrolled in 4-H by June 15, 2020. There will be Absolutely No Livestock Entry additions at the fair.
10. Static Exhibit entries will be made during the day of judging, July 21, 2020 Family & Consumer Science; Personal Development; Animals; Agriculture & Natural Resources; Science, Engineering & Technology; Creative Arts; Gardening and Challenge exhibits will be judged on Tuesday, July 23. Clubs will be judged at staggered times. Exhibits will be judged in the Events Center and displayed in Hewitt Hall.
11. Each entry must be labeled with an entry tag. The tag must include class name and number, grade in 2019-20, years in project, exhibit description and exhibitor’s name and club. Members may get tags from their leader or the Extension Office. Class numbers and exhibit descriptions are listed according to classes on the following pages. 4-Hers who are eligible for state fair (completed grades 5-12) will have green entry tags. 4-Hers in 4th grade (not eligible for state fair) will have orange entry tags. Clovers will have neon orange entry tags.
12. Each exhibit must include a written explanation, an audio recording, or video tape explanation of the members learning experience. Omission of the learning card will result in a lower ribbon rating. See learning card example preceding the General Rules section. Learning cards should be complete, yet brief and to the point. ***Check for additional requirements in exhibit classes for food & nutrition, photography, and visual art classes. Refer to exhibit tip sheets for more information http://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/projects/tipsheets.htm
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13. The 4-H’er’s goal and applicable exhibit standards will form the basis of the evaluation process. Evaluation criteria will include demonstrated learning, workmanship and techniques, and general appearance and design.
Include copyright statement where needed. http:///4h/projects/hotsheets/General4HExhibitEval.pdf
14. Each 4-H member is required to be present during the judging of his/her exhibit unless arranged previously with the Extension staff. Under acceptable circumstances, members are responsible for arranging to have their projects checked in for judging by 9:00 a.m. Tues., July 21.
15. 4-H members are discouraged from sending items that have special meaning and historical value, as the exhibit or part of an exhibit. These items might be broken or stolen.
16. Endangered and threatened plants and animals (includes insects) should NOT be used in any exhibit. Wildflowers taken from parks should NOT be used. It is illegal to possess songbird feathers or nests. Game animals “legally taken”, such as pheasant, goose, duck, or quail are acceptable. Purple loosestife (Lythrum salicaria) is a plant that should not be planted in gardens. It has the potential of becoming noxious in Iowa. Other dried established noxious weeds are acceptable to use in exhibits.
17. Duplication of copyright material or design should not be used in a 4-H exhibit that is presented as original work by the exhibitor. A copyright design cannot be displayed in a public setting (fair) without permission being granted from the owner of the copyright. When the owner of the copyright has granted permission, the exhibit will be displayed and labeled appropriately. Those without permission cannot be displayed.
18. All exhibits, activities and programs must represent appropriate safety procedures in the development of the exhibit and during the evaluation process. This includes static exhibits and activities revolving around the communications program.
EXHIBITS THAT DO NOT COMPLY WITH GUIDELINES 15, 16, and 17,WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR ENTRY, EVALUATION,
OR DISPLAY AT THE HUMBOLDT DISTRICT FAIR OR THE IOWA STATE FAIR
19. All Judges’ decisions are final.20. Any article may be taken from the exhibit building for use in the Fashion Revue/Clothing
Selection Style Show upon approval of the Extension Staff.21. Exhibits will be released from 5:00-6:00 P.M. on Sunday, July 26. Any exhibits removed
before this time will cause the exhibitor to forfeit the premiums awarded on the exhibit.22. The Fair Board will award premium money to individual exhibitors.23. State Fair static exhibits will be transported to the State Fair by Extension Staff or by a
volunteer. If an exhibit exceeds a certain weight or size Extension Staff has the authority to decide whether they can transport the project. The 4-H exhibitor would then be responsible for the transporting of large or heavy exhibits to the State Fair.
24. All loss or damage of Fair exhibits is the responsibility of the exhibitor. The Fair Board and Fair Association or the Extension Service will not be liable for loss or damage of exhibits.
25. The Humboldt County Fair Board and the Show Committees reserve the right to make changes to the printed fair book and show rules.
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Communications Department The Communication Event program provides opportunities for 4-H youth to develop their personal communication skills by sharing talents, knowledge, or information with others. The events provide a series of developmental experiences for different age levels. Working Exhibits, Share-the-Fun, Educational Presentations, and Extemporaneous Speaking will be judged on Monday, July 6. 4-H’ers may be selected to represent Humboldt County at the Iowa State Fair August 14th, 15th, 19th and 20th, 2020 except Extemporaneous Speaking dates are August 18th, 20th, or morning of 23rd. Entrants may also be selected to compete at the Clay County Fair held in September. The $10.00 Communications Department Award, sponsored by Bank Iowa, will be awarded to Educational Presentations, Extemporaneous Speaking, Share the Fun and Working Exhibits participants at the 2020 4-H Fall Awards Night. A trophy will be awarded to the top senior 4-H member from this section on Wednesday, July 22.Premiums: Purple: $5.00, Participation: $4.00
4-H’ers who have completed 5th - 12th grade (or that equivalent) in 2020 are eligible to participate at the Iowa State Fair. Exception: Share the Fun and Extemporaneous Speaking - See event rules for age guidelines.
EDUCATIONAL PRESENTATIONS Provides an opportunity for 4-H’ers to demonstrate communication skills by presenting knowledge, information, or a process to an audience in order to gain a desired response.
Class 11100 Educational Presentations
Educational Presentation Rules1. Time limit: Junior presentations must not exceed 15 minutes. Intermediate/Senior
Presentations must not exceed 20 minutes. Presenters will be verbally told to “STOP” when they exceed the time limit.
2. Participants must turn in a completed Educational Presentation Report form during event check-in.
WORKING EXHIBITS Provides an opportunity for 4-H’ers to communicate, interact with, and teach an audience in an informal and experiential way.
Class 11200 Working Exhibit
Working Exhibit Rules1. Time limit: Junior Working Exhibits will be scheduled for a 25 minute period.
Intermediate/Senior Working Exhibits will be scheduled for a 45 minute period. 2. Participants must turn in a completed
Working Exhibit Report form during event check-in.
SHARE-THE-FUN Provides an opportunity for 4-H’ers to share their skills and talents before an audience purely for the sake of enjoyment.
Class 11300 Share-The-Fun Program
Share-The-Fun Rules1. Eligibility: 4-H’ers who have completed
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equivalent) in 2020. Exception: If the Share-The-Fun act involves a whole club, the following criteria must be applied to determine if the club can be entered in the Share-The-Fun Program at the Iowa State Fair:
• At least 80 percent of the performing group must have completed 5th - 12th grade.2. Share-The-Fun performances must not exceed eight minutes in length.3. Skits, songs, stunts, short one-act plays, dance, and other entertainment will be
acceptable. All performances must be appropriate for presentation to a general audience.
4. All performers must turn in a completed 4-H Share-The-Fun Report form at event check-in to confirm stage setup, cue music, etc.
EXTEMPORANEOUS SPEAKING Encourages the development of communication skills by providing an opportunity to think, organize thoughts, prepare a speech, and respond to questions when given a limited amount of preparation time.
Class 11400 Extemporaneous Speaking Program
Extemporaneous Speaking Rules1. Participants must be senior 4-H’ers - completed 9th through 12th grade (or that
equivalent) in 2020.2. Each county may enter a maximum of two entries.3. Program format:
a. Thirty minutes before the program, each participant will draw three of the available topics, selecting one to speak on. • The selected topic will not be available to the other participants in the speaker’s assigned room. The general nature of the topics will relate to 4-H. The other two topics drawn but not chosen will be returned to the available topics for the other participants.
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b. A preparation room is to be used with one participant per speaking site admitted initially and one additional participant per speaking site admitted each 15 minutes as the program progresses. A participant may not leave the preparation room until it is time to speak, nor may a participant receive help from a parent, leader, other adult or any other youth. A program official will assist participants with the time requirements.
c. All reference material will be screened by a program official on the following basis:• Participant may bring his/her own books, magazines or newspaper clippings
for reference during the thirty minutes of preparation.• Reference material must be printed material such as books or magazines
(cannot be notes, outlines or speeches prepared by the participant or by another person for use in this program.
• Some relevant reference material will be available in the preparation room. This material will consist of historical material related to the 4-H program.
d. Each speech shall be the result of the 4-H’ers own efforts using approved reference material that a participant may bring to the preparation room. No other assistance may be provided. Plain 3”x5” note cards will be provided for each participant in the preparation room. If notes are used, the 3”x5” note cards provided must be used in delivering the speech.
e. Only notes made during the preparation period may be used.f. Each speech shall be not less than four but no more than six minutes with five
minutes additional time allowed for related questions, which shall be asked by the judge. The participant will be shown time cards in an ascending order (1, 2, 3, 4, 5) by the time keeper. “Stop” will be said at six minutes.
g. The program timekeeper will introduce each participant by name and the county he/she represents. The participant will be expected to introduce his/her speech by title only.
h. Participants are not permitted to use any props, gadgets, posters or audiovisuals of any sort. A podium not will be available.
4. Speeches will be evaluated using the following criteria:a. Content related to topic.b. Knowledge of the subject.c. Organization of material.d. Power of expression.e. Voice.f. Stage presence.g. General effect.h. Response to questions.
5. A judge’s critique/conference with each participant will be included as a part of the program.
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POSTER COMMUNICATIONSProvides an opportunity for 4-H’ers to communicate with and tell a story or idea visually about 4-H to the general public using the non-verbal form of communication on a poster.
Class 10503 4-H Poster Communication Exhibit Premiums: Blue: $3.00, Red: $2.75, White: $2.50
4-H Poster Communication Rules1. Only one poster per 4-H’er may be entered. Only posters by 5th - 12th grade members
can advance to State Fair. 2. All posters must be designed on, or affixed to, standard poster board or foam core
board—size minimum of 14” x 20” or maximum of 15” x 22”. 3. Posters may be vertical or horizontal. Posters may be any medium: watercolor, ink,
crayon, acrylic, charcoal, oils, collage. 4. Posters cannot be 3-dimensional. Materials used to make the poster may not extend
more than 1/8 inch above the poster or foam core board. 5. Each poster must have the completed Poster Exhibit Entry Form attached to the back. 6. Posters cannot use copyrighted material or exact copies of other promotional designs,
such as the Iowa 4-H Youth Conference theme logo.7. 4-H’ers may include the 4-H clover in the poster. 8. The themes for “Communicating Through 4-H Posters” are:
a. 4-H is . . . (open to 4-H’er’s interpretation)b. Join 4-H c. 4-H Grows…. (4-H.org national marketing theme)d. Strive for Gold (2020 Iowa 4-H Youth Conference theme)e. How Do You 4-H? (variation of Iowa State Fair theme)
9. All 4-H Communication Poster participants will be given Certificates of Recognition and written evaluation comments. Outstanding posters will receive Seals of Merit. Superior poster will receive Seals of Excellence.
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Clothing Events DepartmentClothing Event Rules1. Fashion Revue and Clothing Selection evaluations will be held Monday June 29, 2020 at the Humboldt County Extension Office. Each entrant will meet privately with a judge for evaluation at a designated time. It is important for the judge to meet with the 4-H’er for feedback on the clothing choices made as well as poise in wearing clothes constructed or selected.2. Each participant will complete a Clothing Event Report Form specific to age division (Junior/Intermediate, or Senior). Please make sure you fill out the Stage Script on the forms as that is what we use for the style show.3. All participants will be required to take part in the Fashion Revue/Clothing Selection Style Show at the Fair on Wednesday evening, July 22 at 7:00. Pictures will be at 6:30pm Wednesday night at North Event Center. 4. Garments modeled may also be entered as an exhibit if the member wishes to include it as part of his/her quota in Family and Consumer Science. If the garment is chosen to go on for state fair evaluation, it can only be exhibited in one of the two areas.5. A member may enter both the Fashion Revue (constructed) and Clothing Selection (selected) divisions. 6. Special awards will be given in each age division for outstanding selection or construction.Premiums: Purple: $5.00, Participation: $4.00
2020 State Fair 4-H Awardrobe Clothing EventThe 2020 State Fair 4-H Awardrobe Clothing Event will be held at the Iowa State Fairgrounds Youth Inn. Event participants will participate on Thursday, August 13. For more information visit: https://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/awardrobe-clothing-event
4-H CLOTHING SELECTION SELECTED GARMENT 1. The purpose of this category is to select and/or purchase an outfit that represents the
4-H’er’s goal or intended use for the selected outfit.2. Judging is based on fit, color, style, suitability, attractiveness, quality and construction
features, stage presentation, required care, and cost comparison.3. There is no consideration in the judging on the amount spent, only in the process of
recordkeeping and reflection on the cost of the individual items as a part of the process.4. Outfits may be purchased at a department store, boutique, online store, sidewalk sales,
retail shops or mall stores. Outfits may also be purchased at garage sales or other second hand venues with a total price of over $15. Outfits may be gifts, hand-me-downs, relative or friend’s modern or vintage clothing, or existing personal clothing, as long as the 4-Her actually selected the item as part of this specific outfit for the stated purpose.
5. Home-sewn clothing that was not sewn specifically for the participant are acceptable, such as purchases from a used clothing store.
CLASSCS 1 Juniors [Grades 4, 5 & 6]CS 2 Intermediates [Grades 7 & 8]CS 3 Seniors [Grades 9, 10, 11, & 12]Individuals may be selected to compete in the State Fair Clothing Selection program. Special recognition will be given to the winner(s). Individuals must meet the following criteria: a. Be a senior member (grades 9-12) in 4-H this year.
b. Model in garment the entrant has selected and purchased.
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4-H FASHION REVUE CONSTRUCTED GARMENT1. The purpose of this category is to encourage the sewing of a personal garment or outfit.2. Consideration is given to fit, color, style, suitability, attractiveness, quality of
construction, stage presentation, and required care.3. Youth participants will model a garment or outfit they constructed, hand-knitted,
machine-knitted, or crocheted during the current 4-H year.4. A garment or outfit consists of one to three pieces such as, but not limited to, party
clothes, tailored suits, vest, slacks, shirt, skirt, active sportswear and/or coats.5. Blouses, shirts, and sweaters are usually considered as garments. If they are used to
complete an outfit, they may be constructed or selected.6. All other accessories and undergarments may be constructed or selected.CLASSFR 1 Juniors [Grades 4, 5 & 6]FR 2 Intermediates [Grades 7 & 8]FR 3 Seniors [Grades 9, 10, 11, & 12]
Individuals must meet the following criteria: a. Enrolled as a 4-H senior in the clothing project area at the designated level (grades 9-12). b. Not have represented the county at the State 4-H Fashion Revue before. c. Model in the garment the entrant has cut and constructed, hand-knitted, or crocheted during the current 4-H club year.
The $15 Challenge1. This category is designed to expand the 4-H member’s shopping experience to
shopping venues emphasizing recycling, reducing and reusing. Outfits must be purchased at a garage sale, consignment store, Goodwill, Salvation Army, or similar place.
2. Online venues are allowed, must be second-hand in nature. Shipping and handling are not included in the total calculations.
3. Traditional shopping venues may not be used, regardless of a low regular or sale price. Hand-me-downs or clothing as gifts do not qualify, but may be entered in Clothing Selection if 4-H member selected the items to meet a specific purpose/goal.
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4. Fifteen dollars is the purchase price limit including tax. However, some second hand stores and venues do not typically charge sales tax.
5. Receipt(s) for every item included as a part of the calculated total must be submitted with the entry. A garage sale receipt can be a piece of paper with the name of the location such as “Jane Doe garage sale”, date, amount paid, and signature of person selling at the garage sale. If the outfit was free at a garage sale, “free” can be listed on the report form and on the receipt. Failure to provide receipts will result in a reduced evaluation.
6. An outfit consists of major clothing pieces such as a shirt and pants or a dress. Shoes, undergarments and accessories are not included in the $15 purchase price limit.
7. Alterations are permitted to achieve a desired look or fit.8. There are no additional considerations for an outfit that cost less than $15.9. The outfit pieces should be purchased to meet the 4-H member’s goal or intended
use for the purchased outfit, and the 4-H member should have had an experience in choosing shopping alternatives, evaluating fit, quality and construction features, price, and cost comparison.
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Family and Consumer Sciences Department A member may have any number of exhibits. Challenge Class Exhibits are limited to 1 entry per class. An award will be presented to the outstanding exhibitor in the Sewing & Needle Arts and in the Food Nutrition classes. These awards are sponsored through Memorials of Lois Molitor & Wendy Tellier and will be presented on Wednesday, July 22 during the Style Show. Premiums: Blue: $3.00, Red: $2.75, White: $2.50 Premiums for Challenges: Blue: $1.00 Red: $1.00
10410 Child Development An exhibit that shows learning about children. Examples: child care, growth and development, safety and health, children with special needs, and careers in child development. Exhibits that include items intended for use with children (books, toys, learning games, babysitting kits, etc. ) should include information about what you have learned 1) about children while creating and using the exhibit 2)what the child(ren) learn from use of the item(s) in the exhibit
10420 Clothing and Fashion – Constructed/Sewn Garments & AccessoriesA constructed garment or accessory (sewn, knitted, crocheted, or other process) that shows learning about style, fashion, design, thrifty spending, wardrobe planning, types of fabrics, and clothing care. Exhibits must be intended to be worn by humans.
10422 Clothing and Fashion – Purchased Garments & Accessories Purchased garments or accessories that shows learning about style, fashion, design, thrifty spending, wardrobe planning, types of fabrics, and clothing care. Exhibits must be intended to be worn by humans.
10424 Clothing and Fashion – Other Ideas/Educational Exhibits Any other educational exhibit that shows learning about clothing and fashion including but not limited to design illustrations, exploration of clothing styles, careers, clothing care, etc.Clothing and Fashion Special Rule:
1. Outfits or accessories which will be worn during the Awardrobe Clothing Event may not be entered as a 4-H Iowa State Fair exhibit.
2. Exhibits in classes 10420 and 10422 must include information about application of design elements and art principles. Exhibits in class 10424 should include information about application of design elements and art principles if appropriate for the exhibit.
10430 Consumer Management An exhibit that shows learning through savvy budgeting, comparison shopping, money management, and consumer rights and responsibilities.
10440 Food & Nutrition – Prepared Product An exhibit of a prepared or preserved food product that shows skills or learning about cooking, baking, eating and choosing healthy foods, or safety practices through the making of a prepared or preserved food product. See Food & Nutrition Special Rules below and HS 76 “Foods for Iowa 4-H Fairs – Quick Reference Guide” at https://store.extension.iastate.edu/product/6434 for additional information regarding prepared and preserved food products.
10442 Food & Nutrition- Preserved Product - An exhibit of a preserved food product that shows skills or learning about food preservation through the making of a prepared or preserved food product. Processed honey may be exhibited in this class. See Food & Nutrition Special Rules below and HS 76 “Foods for Iowa 4-H
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Fairs – Quick Reference Guide” at https://store.extension.iastate.edu/product/6434 for additional information regarding prepared and preserved food products
10445 Food & Nutrition – Educational Display An educational exhibit (poster, report, display) that shows skills or learning about cooking, baking, eating and choosing healthy foods, meal planning & service, safety practices, or food preservation. See Food & Nutrition Special Rules below and HS 76 “Foods for Iowa 4-H Fairs – Quick Reference Guide” for additional information regarding prepared and preserved food products. Exhibits showing learning about meal planning & service must include a menu.
Food & Nutrition Special Rules:1. Any exhibit considered to be a food safety risk or
portray a food safety risk will not be accepted, judged or displayed.
2. All food products/exhibits should be appropriate for human consumption.
3. Food product exhibits must be prepared, baked or cooked using only food grade utensils and containers.
4. Products that require refrigeration will not be accepted, judged or displayed.5. Meat jerky products are prohibited.6. The recipe must be included for any prepared food exhibit; credit the source of the
recipe.7. Preserved foods must include the Food Preservation Exhibit Label. Only food
processed after August 1, 2019 is acceptable. Current USDA and/or Iowa State University guidelines for home food preservation must be used.
8. Preserved food exhibits must include two product samples. One will be opened for evaluation and discarded; the second will be placed on display and returned to the exhibitor. All perishable food products will be discarded when removed from display.
9. Prepared foods should be placed on a firm disposable plate or flat cardboard. Place food product exhibit in a reclosable plastic bag with entry tag fastened outside the bag. Recommended number of items to include the exhibit: Cookies, cupcake, bars, muffins, rolls, ect. – four (4) to six (6) items Cakes. Loafs, pies, ect. – one (1) whole product
10. The use of alcoholic beverages in the preparation or production of 4-H food exhibits is NOT permitted.
10450 Health An exhibit that shows learning through food choices, physical activity, safe activities and skills such as first aid and CPR, careers, and healthy lifestyle choices.
10460 Home Improvement An exhibit that shows learning in planning, improving and caring for your home living space, including extended personal living areas immediately adjacent to the home. Exhibits may include new or refinished/reclaimed/restored items. Exhibits showing learning about home design, furniture, home accessories, and fabrics must include information about how design elements and art principles were applied.
10470 Sewing and Needle Arts – Constructed item (sewn, knitted, crocheted, or other process) that shows learning and skill in sewing, knitting, crocheting, or other needle arts. May include the construction of household items such as pillowcases, curtains, table runners, quilts, wall hangings, or other items.
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Exhibits in this class are not intended to be worn by humans. Note: Exhibits in classes 10470 and 10472 should include information about application of design elements and art principles if appropriate for the exhibit
10472 Sewing and Needle Arts – Other Ideas/Educational Exhibits Any other educational exhibit that shows learning about sewing and needle arts including but not limited to construction techniques, use and care of fabrics and fibers, design illustrations, decorative processes, careers. Note: Exhibits in classes 10470 and 10472 should include information about application of design elements and art principles if appropriate for the exhibit
10480 Other Family and Consumer Science An exhibit that demonstrates learning about a family and consumer science topic that does not fit any previous Family & Consumer Science class listed.
Special Exhibition - $10 MEAL CHALLENGE10490 - $10 Meal Challenge Create a balanced, nutritious meal for family of four (4) that includes the recommended serving size of food from each of the five good groups. Information regarding food groups and recommended serving sizes can be found on the USDA MyPlate website www.choosemyplate.gov
Special Rules:1. Each county may enter one (1) exhibit in this class. 2. All entries will receive an evaluation and participation ribbon.3. Exhibit may be from an individual or group effort.4. The meal must serve a family of four (4) people and total expenses must be $10 or less
for the meal. 5. The meal must include a serving for each person from each of the five (5) food groups
– Fruit, Vegetable, Protein, Grain, Dairy.6. The exhibit will be a poster (maximum size 20” x 30”) that shows the menu (including
portion size), meal type (breakfast, lunch, dinner), and photos of the meal. Attach a copy of the $10 Meal Challenge worksheet to the back of the poster. Additional information about the $10 Meal Challenge can be found on the Iowa 4-H Food & Nutrition and Health project pages at www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/
Photography Challenge ClassClass: PC1 – Junior Challenge Class 2 – Intermediate Challenge Class3 - Senior Challenge Class
**Put your name & club on the bottom of the plate if you want it returned** Rules: 1. Members may enter ONE entry. The photograph entered in the challenge class
cannot be entered into another class at the fair. Entry needs a 4-H entry tag for Challenge.
2. The photograph must be of Fruits. Photographs must be the work of the 4-Her during the current project year.
3. The photograph must clearly show/depict/demonstrate/illustrate at least one design element and/or art principle.
4. The photograph must be enlarged to 5”x7” and must be in color. 5. No mats, frames, or glass are permitted but the photograph can be flush mounted on
a mount board. No corner mounts may be used. 6. Please place in a plastic zip-lock bag for protection, so it can have a secure hanging
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7. No captions permitted. Entry may be titled on the back.
8. Entry will be judged in the Events Center on Tuesday, July 21. This class will not require a goal or learning card.
9. Entry will be judged on how it meets criteria, creativity, technical quality, exhibitor’s evaluation, and overall appearance.
10. Exhibits in this class are not eligible for the Iowa State Fair.
11. No entry fee or premiums will be awarded for this class.
Elements of Design: Line, Shape, Color, Texture, and SpaceArt Principles: Rhythm, Proportion, Emphasis, Balance, and Unity
Food & Nutrition Challenge ClassClass: FC4 – Junior Challenge Class5 – Intermediate Challenge Class6 - Senior Challenge Class
**Put your name & club on the bottom of the plate if you want it returned** 1. Members may enter ONE entry. The food entered in the challenge class cannot be entered into another class at the fair. Entry needs a 4-H entry tag for Challenge.2. Entry will be judged in the Events Center on Tuesday, July 21. This class will not require a goal or learning card. Know your recipe and what you have learned by doing this recipe. 3. Your food entry must be the Challenge recipe from the Extension Office only. Exhibit entry will be displayed on a firm plate or flat cardboard.4. The purpose of this contest is to use only the recipe available in the Extension Office --- make, bake, and present your best food challenge exhibit. Be sure to use the ingredients listed. Do not substitute ingredients.5. Exhibits in this class are not eligible for Iowa State Fair.6. No entry fee or premiums will be awarded for this class.
Sewing Challenge ClassClass: SC7- Beginner Challenge Class- 3 or less years of experience sewing8- Advanced Challenge Class- more than 3 years of experience sewing
1. Members may enter ONE entry. The sewing entered in the challenge class cannot be entered into another class at the fair. Entry needs a 4-H entry tag for Challenge.2. Entry will be judged in the Events Center on Tuesday, July 21. This class will not require a goal or learning card.3. Your sewing entry must be a knot tote.4. The bag must be usable, washable, and durable.5. The headband will be constructed from the patterns supplied by the office (one for beginners and one for advanced).6. Exhibits in this class are not eligible for Iowa State Fair7. No entry fee or premiums will be awarded for this class.
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Personal Development10510 Citizenship and Civic Engagement An exhibit that shows learning about or contributing to your community, your country or your world.
10520 Communication An exhibit that shows learning about written, oral, and visual communication skills in their many forms. Includes learning from participation in Theatre Arts projects or programs including puppets, stage design, etc. May include original creative writing, poetry, fiction and non-fiction, etc.
10530 4-H Poster Communication Exhibit Special poster exhibit to visually tell a story or idea about 4-H to the general public. Exhibitors must use one of the following themes:
• 4-H is . . . (open to 4-H’er’s interpretation)• Join 4-H• 4-H Grows... (4-H.org national marketing theme)• Strive For Gold (Iowa 4-H Youth Conference theme)• How Do You 4-H? (variation of Iowa State Fair theme)
Poster Communication Special Rules:1. Only one poster per 4-H’er may be entered.2. All posters must be designed on, or affixed to, standard poster board or foam core
board - size minimum of 14” x 20” or maximum of 15” x 22”.3. Posters may be vertical or horizontal. Posters may be any medium: watercolor, ink,
crayon, acrylic, charcoal, oils, collage.4. Posters cannot be 3-dimensional. Materials used to make the poster may not extend
more than 1/8 inch above the poster or foam core board.5. Each poster must have the completed Poster Exhibit Entry Form attached to the back.6. Posters cannot use copyrighted material or exact copies of other promotional designs,
such as the Iowa 4-H Youth Conference theme logo.7. 4-H’ers may include the 4-H clover in the poster.8. All 4-H Communication Poster participants will be given Certificates of Recognition
and written evaluation comments. Outstanding posters will receive Seals of Merit. Superior posters will receive Seals of Excellence.
10540 Digital StorytellingAny exhibit that demonstrates the application of technology to produce a creative movie/film/video. Exhibits may include a finished movie or video, creation of a detailed storyboard, editing techniques using digital video software, production techniques, or other display to share what was learned. Copyright permission must be obtained for any non-original material included as part of a film/movie/video.
10550 Leadership An exhibit that shows learning about leadership skills and influencing others in a positive way.
10560 Self-Determined An exhibit that shows learning as part of your 4-H adventure and does not fit any other class.
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Personal Development10510 Citizenship and Civic Engagement An exhibit that shows learning about or contributing to your community, your country or your world.
10520 Communication An exhibit that shows learning about written, oral, and visual communication skills in their many forms. Includes learning from participation in Theatre Arts projects or programs including puppets, stage design, etc. May include original creative writing, poetry, fiction and non-fiction, etc.
10530 4-H Poster Communication Exhibit Special poster exhibit to visually tell a story or idea about 4-H to the general public. Exhibitors must use one of the following themes:
• 4-H is . . . (open to 4-H’er’s interpretation)• Join 4-H• 4-H Grows... (4-H.org national marketing theme)• Strive For Gold (Iowa 4-H Youth Conference theme)• How Do You 4-H? (variation of Iowa State Fair theme)
Poster Communication Special Rules:1. Only one poster per 4-H’er may be entered.2. All posters must be designed on, or affixed to, standard poster board or foam core
board - size minimum of 14” x 20” or maximum of 15” x 22”.3. Posters may be vertical or horizontal. Posters may be any medium: watercolor, ink,
crayon, acrylic, charcoal, oils, collage.4. Posters cannot be 3-dimensional. Materials used to make the poster may not extend
more than 1/8 inch above the poster or foam core board.5. Each poster must have the completed Poster Exhibit Entry Form attached to the back.6. Posters cannot use copyrighted material or exact copies of other promotional designs,
such as the Iowa 4-H Youth Conference theme logo.7. 4-H’ers may include the 4-H clover in the poster.8. All 4-H Communication Poster participants will be given Certificates of Recognition
and written evaluation comments. Outstanding posters will receive Seals of Merit. Superior posters will receive Seals of Excellence.
10540 Digital StorytellingAny exhibit that demonstrates the application of technology to produce a creative movie/film/video. Exhibits may include a finished movie or video, creation of a detailed storyboard, editing techniques using digital video software, production techniques, or other display to share what was learned. Copyright permission must be obtained for any non-original material included as part of a film/movie/video.
10550 Leadership An exhibit that shows learning about leadership skills and influencing others in a positive way.
10560 Self-Determined An exhibit that shows learning as part of your 4-H adventure and does not fit any other class.
Animals, Agricultural & Natural ResourcesScience, Engineering, & Technology
Creative Arts A trophy sponsored by Humboldt Motor Sales will be awarded to the top senior 4-H member exhibiting in the Animals, Agriculture & Natural Resources, Science, Engineering & Technology chosen by the judges on Tuesday, July 21. The trophy will be presented on Wednesday, July 22 during the Style Show. A member may have any number of exhibits. * Photography - Exhibitors are limited to 6 exhibits plus 1 additional Challenge Photography Exhibit.
ANIMALS 10110 Animal Science An exhibit (other than the animal itself) that shows the learning about a large or small animal including beef, dairy cattle, dairy goats, dogs, horse & pony, meat goats, pets, poultry, rabbits, sheep and swine. Ownership of any animal is not required.
10120 Veterinary Science An exhibit that shows learning about keeping animals healthy, animal disease, animals/human interaction, or other learning related to Veterinary Science.
AGRICULTURE AND NATURAL RESOURCES10210 Crop Production and Plant Science An exhibit that shows learning about the growth, use, and value of field crops, plant growth, soils and soil fertility, or any other learning related to Crop Production and Plant Science
10220 Conservation, Environment and Sustainability An exhibit that shows the connections between humans and their environment including energy, energy conservation, stewardship, conservation, creating habitat, ect. entomology, fish and wildlife, or forestry. Includes collections.
10222 Entomology – Any exhibit that shows learning from an entomology or bee project (excluding live specimens) that is an outgrowth or an entomology or bee project learning experience. Includes specimen collections and may include products (ex: honey) or equipment as part of the display.
10224 Fish and Wildlife – Any exhibit that shows learning about a fish and/or wildlife project or program such as identification, habitats, harvest, taxidermy, etc. Any specimens must have been legally taken and must include information about date and location of harvest, and who the specimen was acquired from if not self-harvested. Feral pigs (including Russian/European Boar) are NOT permitted in taxidermy exhibits.
10226 Forestry – Any exhibit, including collections, that show learning from participation in a forestry project or program
10230 Horticulture and Plant ScienceAn exhibit that shows learning about the growth, use, and value of plants, soils, small fruit production, vegetable and flower gardens, plant nutrition, careers, etc. (Garden crops and herbs are exhibited in classes in the 4-H Horticulture Department.)
10235 Home Grounds Improvement An exhibit that shows learning about landscape plans, selection of landscape plants, ornamental garden features, home yard improvement, storage sheds, careers, etc.
10240 Outdoor Adventures An exhibit that shows learning about backpacking, biking, camping, canoeing, fishing, hiking or other outdoor activities.
10250 Safety and Education in Shooting Sports
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An exhibit that shows learning about safe and responsible use of firearms and archery equipment or wildlife management. (The exhibit may not include actual firearms; archery equipment allowed if tips are removed from arrows).
10260 Other Agriculture and Natural Resources An exhibit that shows learning about agriculture or natural resources and does not fit in any of the classes listed above.
SCIENCE, ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY10610 Mechanics Any exhibit that shows skills or learning about general mechanics or engineering solutions or that involve a combination of skills.
10612 Automotive Repaired or restored vehicle or educational display showing learning about an automotive idea including automotive maintenance, auto operations, auto safety, or automotive systems. (Note: vehicles will be on display at the Iowa State Fair one day only, Thursday Aug. 13.)
10614 Electric Constructed or repaired article or educational display that shows skills or learning about electric wiring, appliances, lighting, electrical energy sources, safety, etc.
10615 Small Engine Repaired or restored operating engine or educational display or other type exhibit that shows skills or learning about small engines. This class includes repaired or restored lawn tractors, small motorcycles, go-karts, etc.
10616 Tractor Repaired or restored tractor (or educational display showing learning related to tractors, tractor mechanics, tractor operations, or tractor safety. Note: A conference judging opportunity for exhibitors or repaired or restored tractors in class 10616 will be offered during exhibit check-in. Tractors will be displayed outside throughout the Iowa State Fair. Release time Sunday, August 23, after 7:00 p.m.)
10618 Welding Constructed item or educational display that shows skills or learning about welding.
10620 Woodworking Any exhibit that shows learning about wood, woodworking techniques, and safe uses of woodworking tools and machines. Exhibits may include newly constructed or refinished/reclaimed/restored wood items.
10630 Science, Engineering & Technology Any exhibit that shows learning about or helps explain how science and technology help us interact with the world. Topics include aerospace, biological and chemical sciences, computers & networking, earth & climate, geospatial mapping (GPS/GIS), robotics, or any other application of Science, Engineering, or Technology.
10632 Aerospace Educational display or other exhibit (including flyable models) showing learning about an aerospace idea or topic.
10634 Robotics Educational display or other exhibit (including working robots) that shows learning about robotics and robotic systems.
Science, Engineering & Technology Special Rule: Exhibitors entered in the 4-H Science, Engineering & Technology classes may not enter in similar FFA Ag Mechanics classes and vice-versa.
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Creative Arts A trophy sponsored by the Humboldt Area Art Council will be awarded to the top senior 4-H member exhibiting in the Creative Arts area. Selection will take place by the judges on Tuesday, July 21. The trophy will be presented on Wednesday, July 22 during the Style Show.10310 Music An exhibit that shows learning about musical performance, composition and arrangements, instruments, musical styles or history. 10320 Photography An exhibit, either photo(s) or an educational display that shows learning about photography from choosing a camera to modifying your photo. Still photos only, not video. Members are limited to a total of 6 exhibits (the Challenge Photography Class is an addition to the 6).
Photography Special Rules:1. Photographs may be either black and white or color. They may be processed from negatives,
slides, or digital cameras and computer manipulation programs. Photographs must have been taken since your county fair of the previous year.
2. Photographs should be a minimum of 4”X6”. Finished size (including mounting/matting) of single photographs may not exceed 11”X14”. Exceptions: Panoramic photos must not exceed 24” in length.
3. All photographs must be printed on photographic paper. 4. Mounted photos can be (a) flush-mounted [no board showing] on mounting board, or (b)
with mount borders [window mat or flat mount directly on board]. Exhibitors may cut their own mounting boards, use ready-cut window mats or have matting done professionally. 4-Hers are responsible for design decisions such as border, color and size. Framed photographs (including floating frames) will not be judged.
5. Non-mounted photos may be exhibited in a clear plastic covering.6. A series is a group of photographs or slides [3 to 5] that are related or tell a step-by-step
story. Photographs must be mounted together in story order or sequence. Slides should be numbered. Finishing size of individual photographs in a series should not exceed 6” x 8”
7. Digitally altered photos should include a copy of the photo before changes.8. Subject matter of photographs must be in good taste and be appropriate for public display in
a 4-H setting.9. Photographs depicting unsafe practices or illegal activities will not be displayed.
(No train tracks)10. The “4-H Photography Exhibit Label” must be completed and attached to photo exhibit
entry. Tape to back of mounting or fold label, as appropriate, for each exhibit. Labels are available at the Extension Office or online at www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/page/iowa-state-fair-4-h-handbook.
11. Exhibits entered in 4-H Photography are not eligible to exhibit in the FFA Photography show or vice-versa.
10325 – Digital Photography ExhibitA photo or series of photos submitted electronically, not printed.Photos in this class will be submitted, viewed, evaluated, and displayed electronically. (maybe not display at county fair) Digital Photography Exhibit Special Rules:
1. Photographs may be either black and white or color. 2. Photographs will not be printed. 3. Entries may be a single photo or a series of photos. A series is a group of photographs (3 to
5) that are related or tell a step-by-step story. Series photo entries must have all photos in the series viewable at the same time.
4. Photos entered should be submitted in the highest resolution possible. A finished file size of 1 MB –3 MB is recommended.
5. Photos should be submitted in an acceptable and commonly used format for ease of viewing. 6. Subject matter of photographs must be in good taste and be appropriate for public display in
a 4-H setting.
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7. Photographs depicting unsafe practices or illegal activities will not be displayed.8. Iowa State Fair 4-H photography exhibitors must use the Photo Exhibit Label to provide
required information for photo exhibits. The Photo Exhibit Label may be submitted electronically with the photo entry.
9. Photos entered in this class will be evaluated on the same evaluation criteria used for printed photographs.
10. Exhibitors entered in 4-H Photography are not eligible to exhibit in the FFA Photography show and vice-versa.
10340 Alternative/Creative Photography A single photograph or photographic image that has been created with an alternative photographic process, or a photograph that was creatively edited or modified beyond reality in a creative, imaginative and experimental way to make it more interesting and visually engaging. Could be a composite of multiple overlapped photographs.
Alternative/Creative Photography Special Rules:1. Photograph/Image must be mounted on foam core no smaller than 4”x4” and no
larger than 10” x 10” in height and width. No matting and no framing is allowed, put your creativity into the photography!
2. Photograph/Image can be created from film negative, digital negative, or digitally manipulated in computer.
3. Photograph must be on photo paper, canvas, or other flat material. 4. Exhibit must have Photo Exhibit Label on back with required information for photo
exhibits. Include information about the processes used.5. Subject matter must be in good taste and be appropriate for public display in a 4-H
setting, photographs depicting unsafe practices or illegal activities will not be displayed.10345 Photography Idea/Educational Display An exhibit that demonstrates learning about photography that does not fit into any previous photography class. This class includes photos printed on canvas, fabric, ceramic, etc. as part of an educational display showing learning about printing techniques, display, merchandising, etc.10350 Visual Arts An exhibit that shows learning through original art, exploration of an art technique, or study of any other visual arts topic.
Visual Arts Special Rules:1. Exhibits made from kits or preformed molds will not be accepted. Exception: Preformed
molds (greenware, whiteware) may be used to provide the appropriate surface for a process technique or application of original design.
2. If the exhibit is a finished art object, the source or inspiration of the design, design sketches, or other process for creating the object and design must be included. For additional information see the Visual Arts and Design Elements & Art principles Exhibit Tip Sheets at https://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/exhibit-tip-sheets .
3. If the exhibit is a finished art object information must be included explaining the application of design elements and art principles used in creation of the work.
4. Original works of art must be a creative expression of a design unique to the artist, or represent a significant modification to an existing design to make a new and original statement by the artist.
5. Exhibition of derivative works created by a 4-H’er is prohibited without the written permission of the original copyright holder/owner. Use of copyrighted or trademarked designs, images, logos, or materials in 4-H visual arts exhibits is prohibited unless written permission has been obtained from the copyright or trademark holder/owner. For additional information, see 4-H Exhibit Copyright Information at https://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/visual-art.
635 Art Made from Kits (NOT eligible for State Fair)An exhibit made from art materials (fiber, paper, clay, leather, wood, textiles, glass, plastic, metal, chalk, carbon, pigment, or nature materials) using a kit. A kit is defined as any prepackaged item where materials and design are predetermined by the manufacturer. This includes craft items made from a kit. Briefly explain techniques learned through exhibit’s completion and how the design element color is used in the exhibit.
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Horticulture Local Master Gardeners will visit your garden location; share suggestions and award a ribbon placing. Ribbons will be awarded during the Style Show in the Grand Stands on July 22.
1. Garden entries will be judged on Tuesday, July 21. 2. Exhibitors may enter two exhibits per class except in Section VC and other collection
or combination classes. In those classes exhibitors are limited to one entry. 3. All vegetable exhibits should be displayed on sturdy white paper plates. No plastic bags
should be used on display. Attach a Humboldt County 4-H entry tag to each plate. Add the variety name to the entry tag. Each plate will be evaluated and awarded a ribbon. 4-H Garden exhibits will be displayed in club booths in Hewitt Hall.
4. Specimens should be prepared for exhibit as stated in publication 4H-462, “HARVESTING AND PREPARING VEGETABLES FOR EXHIBIT.” Criteria include: cleanliness, free from damage, uniform in size, shape and color, true to variety type, of the best market size and quality, proper preparation for exhibit. However, the number of specimens required per exhibit for the Iowa State Fair 4-H Show and the Iowa State Fair Open Show are different. Refer to their websites for show rules and specimen number requirements.
5. Each exhibit must include an explanation of what was done in the project; ex: date planted and harvested, cultivation, etc. and what was learned. Only one learning card is required for all exhibits in section GV.
Premiums: Blue: $1.00, Red: $.75, White: $.50
All exhibits should be edible stage and labeled according to variety!
2020 HORTICULTURE CLASSES (that go to State Fair) These exhibits must be entered on the Livestock Entry Form/Database and are due to the County Extension Office July 1, 2020.
GARDEN CROPS - Section GVCLASS5001 Beans, snap, six specimens5002 Beans, yellow wax, six specimens5003 Beets, three specimens5004 Cabbage, round, one specimen5005 Cabbage, flat, one specimen5006 Cabbage, red, one specimen5007 Cantaloupe, any variety, one specimen5008 Carrots, three specimens5009 Cucumbers, for slicing, two specimens 6-8”5010 Cucumbers, dill, two specimens 5”5011 Cucumber, for pickling, five specimens 2-3”5012 Eggplant, standard or traditional, one specimen5013 Eggplant, cylindrical, one specimen5014 Honeydew Melon, smooth skin, one specimen5015 Kohlrabi, two specimens5016 Onions, red, three specimens5017 Onions, white, three specimens5018 Onions, yellow, three specimens5019 Onions, other, three specimens5020 Peppers, sweet, bell, green, two specimens (includes Bell Boy, etc.)5021 Peppers, sweet, bell, red, two specimens5022 Peppers, sweet, bell, yellow, two specimens5023 Peppers, sweet, bell, any other, two specimens5024 Peppers, sweet, banana, yellow, two specimens5025 Peppers, sweet, red, two specimens
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5026 Peppers, sweet, any other variety, two specimens5027 Peppers, hot, Cayenne, five specimens5028 Peppers, hot, Habanero, five specimens5029 Peppers, hot, Hungarian yellow wax, five specimens5030 Peppers, hot, jalapeño, five specimens5031 Peppers, hot, green, other new Mexican, five specimens (includes Anaheim, Big Slim, Slim Jim, Garden Salsa, Serrano, Big Chile, Pablano, etc.)5032 Peppers, hot, any other color variety, three specimens5033 Potatoes, red, three specimens5034 Potatoes, white, three specimens (includes Gold Rush, etc.)5035 Potatoes, yellow/gold, three specimens5036 Potatoes, other, three specimens (includes blue, etc.)5037 Pumpkin, sugar pie, one specimen5038 Squash, summer, scallop or patty pan, two specimens5039 Squash, summer, zucchini, green, two specimens5040 Squash, summer, zucchini, yellow, two specimens5041 Squash, summer, any other variety, two specimens5042 Squash, winter, acorn, green, one specimen5043 Squash, winter, acorn-like, all other colors, 1 specimen (Heart of Gold, Carnival, Mardi Gras, etc.)5044 Squash, winter, butternut type, one specimen5045 Squash, winter, any other variety, one specimen5046 Sweet Corn, two ears exhibited with husks open on one side5047 Sweet Potatoes or Yams, two specimens5048 Tomato, red slicing, three specimens5049 Tomato, yellow slicing, three specimens5050 Tomato, cherry type, red, ten specimens5051 Tomato, cherry type, other color, ten specimens5052 Tomato, cocktail type (bite-size), red, ten specimens (includes grape, pear, Juliet etc.)5053 Tomato, cocktail type (bite-size), other color, ten specimens (includes grape, pear, etc.)5054 Tomato, processing type, three specimens5055 Tomato, other, three specimens5056 Watermelon, any variety (large), one specimen5057 Watermelon, any variety (small), one specimen (includes Sugar Baby, etc.)5058 Any other kind of vegetable, not included in any previously named class, three specimens
HERBS - Section HBAll herb specimens should include sprigs with stems of adequate length to reach the water level.CLASS5101 Parsley, three sprigs in bottle of water5102 Dill, two heads, tied near lower end and again just below the seed heads5103 Basil, three sprigs, in bottle of water5104 Any other individual herb, three sprigs in bottle of water5105 Collection of four different herb species (three sprigs each) to be displayed in four
separate bottles of water. A special variety exhibit card will be provided and MUST accompany the exhibit which lists the names of the individual herb species.
ORNAMENTALS - Section ORCLASS5201 Pumpkin, decorated, woody stem, any full pumpkin decorated with other vegetables, paint or other material. No carving. One specimen5202 Pumpkin, miniature, three specimens5203 Pumpkin, Jack-O-Lantern type, not over 16 inches tall, one specimen5204 Gourds, small ornamentals, three specimens5205 Gourds, small ornamentals, mixed, three specimens
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VEGETABLE COMBINATIONS - Section VCVEGETABLE CONTAINER DISPLAYCLASS5301 The vegetable display must include five or more different vegetable crops grown in the exhibitor’s home garden. More than one variety of any particular vegetable can be displayed; however, not more than four items of the same vegetable can be displayed. For example, four tomatoes would constitute one vegetable, e.g., one large red slicing, one cherry tomato, one yellow tomato and one processing tomato. The container display will be reduced one placing if it contains more than four vegetables of any one kind, e.g., more than four beans. The amount of produce exhibited should fit into the container and specimens may not overflow onto the table. The vegetables should be prepared for exhibit as instructed in 4H-462, “Harvesting and Preparing Vegetables for Exhibit.” Any decorative basket, box or other decorative container, not larger than one-half bushel in size, can be used. The exhibit will be judged 75% for the cultural perfection of the vegetables and 25% for decorative arrangement. A special variety card will be provided and MUST accompany the exhibit with each crop clearly labeled as to the variety.
FIRST YEAR EXHIBITOR’S CLASS - Section FYCLASS5302 Plate of mixed vegetables exhibited by a 4-H member who has never participated in the Iowa State Fair 4-H Horticulture Show before. Plate is to consist of one tomato, one onion, one pepper and two other vegetables of the exhibitor’s choice. A special variety card will be provided and MUST accompany the exhibit with each crop clearly labeled as to the variety. The amount of produce exhibited MUST fit on one regular plate (large or small) as provided.
COUNTY VEGETABLE PLATTER - Section VPCLASS5303 This platter must be exhibited by a minimum of two county 4-H exhibitors who already are exhibiting vegetables in the other Iowa State Fair 4-H Vegetable classes (5001 - 5407). County may enter more than one platter, but an individual exhibitor can only participate in one platter exhibit.A platter must include five different vegetable species. A platter must include two tomatoes, two onions, two peppers and two vegetable species from the following list: two beets, two carrots, two cucumbers, two potatoes, two summer squash. A special exhibit/variety card will be provided and MUST accompany the exhibit with the requested information.
JUMBO VEGETABLES - Section JVCLASS5401 Cabbage (maximum of three wrapper leaves), one specimen5402 Potato, one specimen5403 Pumpkin (woody stem), one specimen5404 Squash, zucchini, one specimen5405 Squash, any other variety with fleshy stem, one specimen5406 Tomato, one specimen5407 Watermelon, one specimen
Flowers - Section FLNo glass vases in Hewitt Hall. Class
1. A Single Specimen of Flower- grown by a member exhibited in a small container with water to keep fresh.
2. Bucket of Flowers- Bucket planted and arranged by 4-H club members or individual. Minimum size container is 5 quarts; maximum, 5 gallons. Can be container of annual or perennial flowers.
Houseplants - Section HPClass
1. Single Houseplant- grown and cared for by the 4-H member2. Houseplants Display- 3-5 houseplants of different varieties or species.
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General Livestock Rules(NEW RULES PLEASE REVIEW)
MAy 15 DEADliNE HAS bEEN ExTENDED TO JuNE 1
A. Failure to compile with rules will be cause for immediate disqualification. B. Animals not checked by the vet during vet checks are not qualified to exhibit. Vet
checks will be performed to the east of the show ring prior to the animals getting off the trailer. Animals are not allowed off trailers until the official fair veterinarian has inspected each animal.
C. District show species include: beef, goat, horse, poultry, rabbit, sheep, swine. D. Livestock must be entered on grounds by time assigned of weigh-ins/check ins to be
allowed to show. E. Entries in the 4-H Section are open to members who are regularly enrolled in
an Agriculture Education FFA Chapter or 4-H club and reside in counties that physically touch Humboldt County including Webster, Pocahontas, Palo Alto, Kossuth, Hancock, and Wright counties.
F. All livestock and animal exhibits must comply with the most current state health laws and regulations. 4-H & FFA will be following State 4-H rules and require ALL swine, beef, sheep, poultry, rabbit, dairy and meat goat exhibitors to have FSQA certification to participate in 4-H & FFA shows. The Iowa State Fair requires all swine, beef, sheep, poultry, rabbit, and dairy / meat goat exhibitors to have FSQA certification. See health statement listed elsewhere in this book.
G. Exhibitors must have completed and submitted a Livestock Identification Report Form on or before May 15, (look under each species for other rules) exhibitors must have also submitted an official entry form and entry fee to the Extension Office no later than June 15, 2020. Livestock ID Forms are due on June 15 for Rabbits, Pets
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(non-dog), and Poultry. Entry fees will not be refunded on entries not shown. Livestock identification forms need to be copied to Humboldt County Extension by exhibitors or extension offices from outside counties. Fair entry forms and payment of fair entry fees are to be completed at the Humboldt County Extension office by in and out of county exhibitors.
H. Any fees accrued by examination and medications, including emergency fees and fees associated with emergency exams, are charged to the exhibitor (at the discretion of the official fair veterinarian).
I. Exhibitors will furnish bedding, hay, and feed. Wood chips are required in the swine barns.
J. All livestock stalls/pens/cages must be thoroughly cleaned and bedded and alleys swept by 8:00 a.m. each day and kept in good condition throughout the day.
K. Exhibitors must clean out stalls, cages, and pens at the close of the fair. Premium money will be deducted for failure to comply.
L. Each member must care for and show his own animals unless other arrangements are made with the superintendent. For further information on “Rules of Ownership” refer to 4H-202, Iowa 4-H Animal and Poultry Identification, Weighing, and Exhibiting Requirements for County, State, and Interstate Shows.
M. Animals shown in purebred classes must meet purebred requirements. No animal will be permitted to show in both purebred/breeding and market classes.
N. If an exhibitor has more than one entry in a class he/she must get another 4-H or FFA member to show the other entries. Eligible exhibitors are those who have made an entry to exhibit in one or more 4-H or FFA classes at the Humboldt County Fair.
O. When showing livestock, and to receive Showmanship Awards, an exhibitor MUST wear a 4-H or FFA T-shirt or white blouse or shirt with a 4-H patch.
P. Painting, dyeing, and use of color agents on any animal is prohibited. Animals that show evidence of this will not be permitted into the show ring. Animals will be checked before going into the show arena. If a color agent rubs off an animal rubbed with either a towel or hand that animal will not be allowed to show. Exhibitors can use colored grooming agents on hooves only. No powder or oil will be allowed on sheep or swine. Violation of this rule will mean that the exhibitor will not be permitted to show that animal.
Q. Any artificial means of removing or remedying physical defects of conformation in animals exhibited will be considered as fraud and deception. No unnatural means of providing an animal feed, water, or other fluid (i.e. stomach pump, IV) will be allowed. All animals showing evidence of such treatment will be barred from exhibition at the fair.
R. 4-H / FFA animals are to be groomed by the exhibitor. If assistance is needed it should be aimed at helping the 4-H / FFA member learn new skills and should be done by family members (father, mother, stepfather, stepmother, brother, sister, stepbrother or stepsister) or other 4-H / FFA exhibitors only.
S. Enclosed fans only! (Squirrel cage fans must have protective covers.) T. Animals not sold through the livestock auction will be released on Sunday, July 26,
2020 at 4:30 p.m. No animals will be released before 4:30 p.m. on Sunday, July 26 without forfeit of premium money with the exception of Humboldt District Fair Champion animals being released Saturday of the fair at 7pm, with permission
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for the Hamilton County Champion Livestock Show. Failure to comply with this rule (without permission) will disqualify families (not able to exhibit) from exhibiting in the 2021 fair.
U. The selective representative of the qualifying species of the Humboldt County District Fair will be allowed to leave for the Central Iowa Showdown, this is the only showdown they are allowed to leave for.
V. Each member is expected to present his or her own animals for sale at the livestock auction. Any request to be absent from the auction must be made to the Humboldt County Fair Board in writing at the time fair entries are made. Submit requests to the Fair Board at the Humboldt County Extension Office. If a request for absence is approved, the exhibitor must secure either 1) another family 4-H or FFA member, or 2) a fellow club or chapter member, to accompany their livestock through the sale. An announcement will be made at the auction as to the reason for the exhibitor’s absence.
W. Livestock trailers and vehicles may not be parked west or north of livestock barns. All trailers must be parked in designated areas only.
X. All judges’ decisions are final. Y. All loss or damage of fair exhibits or projects is the responsibility of the exhibitor.
The Fair Association or the Extension Service will not be liable for loss or damage to exhibits.
Z. The Humboldt County Fair Board and the Show Committees reserve the right to make changes to the printed fair book and show rules.
Herdsmanship ContestAll clubs and chapters are automatically entered in this class. Exhibits will be scored each day in beef, sheep, swine, meat goats, poultry and rabbits. All exhibits of each club or chapter will be grouped for a single rating at each inspection. The winning club will receive recognition during the fall awards banquet and $15.00 for each winning species.
Items to be evaluated for Herdsmanship are:
*CLEANLINESS OF ALLEYS AND STALLS OR PENS Bedding adequate, dry, clean, and in place. Animals securely tied or penned. Feed boxes in front of animals only at feeding time. Manure hauled out and deposited in proper place. Alley swept clean, free of dust and straw. Watering points kept clean.
*APPEARANCE OF ANIMALS Animals are clean and brushed. Animals in stalls or pens between 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m except for show day.
*STALL CARDS Stall cards should be readable from the alley, neatly arranged, clean, and complete.
Showmanship ContestAll exhibitors are automatically entered into this class (except Horse and Pony which is a class that requires a fair entry).
Animals exhibited in showmanship classes must have been shown in a previous class.
An exhibitor who has been named a champion showman for a particular species of animal and age group anytime previously in this fair is not eligible to compete again for that species/age group championship.
First Place Showmanship in each age group will receive an award.
All Showmanship Contestants must wear a 4-H or FFA T-shirt or white shirt with a 4-H patch.
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beef DepartmentBreeding Beef – Section BB
A. General Livestock Rules and Regulations and 4-H General Rules and Regulations apply in this department
B. Vet Check will take place 7:30-9am Thursday, July 23 with weigh-in starting at 9am. C. Breeding heifers must be raised or kept expressly for breeding purposes. D. Breeding heifers may not exhibit in market classes. E. All heifers to be eligible shall be born between Sept. 1, 2018 and Dec. 31, 2019.F. Members are limited to three (3) entries in this section. G. Entries are open to registered and commercial breeding heifers. Registration papers
should be available for inspection in the Purebred heifer classes. H. All purebred and commercial heifers must be tattooed. Calfhood vaccination tattoo
is not acceptable as the official tattoo. NEW FOR 2020: A secondary identification method is required for all breeding beef. This can include one of the following: 1) Registration Number (if registered through a breed association); 2) Calfhood vaccination number; or 3) Official Iowa 4-H ear tag. Both the tattoo and secondary method of identification must be recorded in 4-H Online by May 15.
I. All breeding heifers shoulder height measurement will be made, for the breaking of classes.J. Purple ribbons will be awarded in respective breeds at the discretion of the judge.
Classes 1. Breeding Beef2. Cow and CalfPremiums: Blue: $5.00, Red: $4.00, White: $3.00
Market Beef – Section MB
A. General Livestock Rules and Regulations and 4-H General Rules and Regulations apply in this department
B. Vet Check will take place 7:30-9am Thursday, July 23 with weigh-in starting at 9am. C. Exhibitors are limited to three (3) entries in this section. D. Open to steers or heifers calved in 2019 and owned by the exhibitor on or before
February 1, 2020. E. All classes will be weighed on fairground scale at time of entry, excluding advance
pen of three. F. Minimum weights of beef to be shown: Steers-900 pounds, Heifers-850 poundsG. Steers will qualify for purple and blue awards groups only if they have had an average
daily gain of 2.1 pounds per day or more from the beginning date to the Humboldt County District Fair. Market heifers must have a minimum of 2.1 pounds per day.
H. The superintendent may assign calves to lightweight, medium-weight, or heavyweight classes or other classes as needed.
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I. The top two individuals of each weight will be eligible for further competition for higher awards.
J. All market beef must be dehorned or have documented proof of dehorning. K. Market beef not making the minimum weights may show in a separate class as
unfinished Feeder Cattle. These calves will be awarded premiums on a blue, red, white ribbon scale but are not eligible to compete for higher awards.
L. Market heifers may not exhibit in breeding classes. Bred heifers are not market heifers. Bred heifers must be shown as breeding heifers.
M. Advanced cattle feeding pens will consist of 3-5 market beef animals. Pens will be judged as a group for over all performance. Pens may be sold in the market beef program offered to all market cattle.
M. 2nd year bucket bottle calves can also show in the Market or Breeding classes.N. Dairy beef steers breeds to be shown: Brown Swiss, Jersey, Guernsey, Ayrshire, Milking
Shorthorn, Holstein, or crossbred O. Beef exhibitors may sell their animals in the livestock auction on Monday, July 27, 2020. Classes1. Market Beef Heifer2. Market Beef Steer3. Market Dairy Steer4. 2nd Year Bucket/Bottle Beef Heifer5. 2nd Year Bucket/Bottle Beef Steer6. 2nd Year Bucket/Bottle Dairy Steer7. Advanced Cattle Feeding ProjectPremiums: Blue: $5.00, Red: $4.00, White: $3.00
bucket/bottle Calf DepartmentBucket/Bottle Calf – Section BC
A. General Livestock Rules and Regulations and 4-H General Rules and Regulations apply in this department
B. Vet Check will take place 7:30-9am Thursday, July 23 with weigh-in starting at 10am.C. Project open to 4-H members just finishing grades K-8th. The class will be divided
for show based on the grade of the exhibitor. Classes
1. Exhibitors K - 3rd grade (Little Clovers, Jr. Clover & Clover Kids)2. Exhibitors 4th – 6th Grade3. Exhibitors 7th – 8th Grade
D. Any newborn or orphan calf, steer or heifer, dairy or beef that is born after March 1 of the present year and purchased or by leased agreement by May 15, may be shown. Animals must be identified by eartag and reported to the Humboldt County Extension Office by May 15.
E. Calves must be in the possession of the 4-H member within two weeks of birth. F. Calves must be bucket or bottle fed. (No nursing permitted.) Feeding a calf starter
feeds is permitted and is a normal management practice as the calf begins to grow. G. Individuals may identify up to three (3) animals but are limited to a maximum of one
(1) calf to be exhibited. These are eligible to be shown only in the Bucket/Bottle class. H. Bucket/Bottle Calves must meet the health requirements found in the General
Livestock rules. I. Calves will be shown at halter. J. Bucket/Bottle Calf exhibitors in grades 4-8 will receive place ribbons and premiums.
Little Clovers, Jr. Clover and Clover Kids will receive participation ribbons and are not eligible to receive premiums.
K. Bucket/Bottle Calves will not be sold at the fair animal auction. Members may keep animals for dairy, breeding or market beef projects the following year.
Premiums: Blue: $5.00, Red: $4.00, White: $3.00
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Dairy/Dairy Goat DepartmentDairy – Section DC
A. General Livestock Rules and Regulations and 4-H General Rules and Regulations apply in this department
B. Vet Check will take place 7:30 – 9am Thursday, July 23 with weigh-in starting at 9am.C. Following State Fair Rules we will be having a NO FIT Goat showD. Exhibitor is limited to two (2) animals per class and not more than six (6) animals
overall. Exhibitor is limited to one purchased animal per class. E. Large classes may be divided if necessary at the discretion of the judge. F. Breeds to be shown and the order of judging: Brown Swiss, Jersey, Guernsey,
Ayrshire, Milking Shorthorn and HolsteinG. Purple ribbons will be awarded to breed champions at the discretion of the judge. Classes1. Junior Heifer Calves – Born December 1, 2019 and after, but at least 6 months old2. Senior Heifer Calves – Born September 1, 2019 to November 30, 20193. Junior Yearling Heifer – Born March 1, 2019 to August 31, 20194. Senior Yearling Heifer – Born September 1, 2018 to February 28, 20195. Two Year old Cows – Born September 1, 2016 to August 31, 20186. Three & Four Year Old Cows – Born September 1, 2015 to August 31, 20167. Aged Cows – Born before September 1, 2015Premiums: Blue: $6.00, Red: $4.50, White: $3.00
Dairy Goats – Section DG
A. General Livestock Rules and Regulations and 4-H General Rules and Regulations apply in this department
B. Vet Check will take place 11:30 am -12:30 pm Wednesday, July 22 with weigh-in starting at 1:30 pm.
C. Each 4-H member may show three (3) animals per class. D. Animals with natural horns shall not be shown. E. Senior Doe- Dry and Wether Class are just ribbon classes and will not qualify for
Championship Drive. Classes1. Junior Does - Under 1 year old2. Junior Does – 12m to 24m or dry yearling3. Senior Does - In Milk4. Senior Does- Dry 5. Wether Class6. Doe/Kid ClassPremiums: Blue: $5.00, Red: $4.00, White: $3.00
Meat GoatA. General Livestock Rules and Regulations and 4-H General Rules and Regulations
apply in this departmentB. Vet Check will take place 11:30 am -12:30 pm Wednesday, July 22 with weigh-in
starting at 1:30 pm.C. Following State Fair Rules we will be having a NO FIT Goat showD. Each 4-H member may show four (4) animals per classE. All market meat goats (wethers or does) must have been weighed and tagged at an
official verification site (prior to May 15), as well as had retinal images collected from the nominated animals and information recorded in 4hOnline by May 15. Born on or after Jan. 1st of current year.
F. Breeding does must have an official 4-H tag or tattoo (tattoo must follow official
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guidelines: Left Ear = Individual Animal Identifier; Right Ear = Herd Prefix) and birth date, as well as had retinal images from the nominated animals and information recorded in 4hOnline by May 15.
G. Exhibitors will be required to have horns disbudded, dehorned or tipped blunt on all market goats before arrival on the Fairgrounds. Removal of horns on Fairgrounds is NOT permitted.
H. Market Goat classes will be split by weight at the time of the Fair.I. All goats must have four feet on the floor in the show ring at all times. Lifting feet
off the ground or placing on any support or altered ring surface is not acceptable. Exhibitors will receive one warning if they are found lifting or slapping goats. Second offenses will result in automatic disqualification.
Market Goat – Section MG
1. Market Meat Goat
Breeding Doe – Section BD
1. Does- born April- May, 20202. Does- born February- March, 20203. Does- born December 2019- January 20204. Does-born November – July 20195. Does-born July 2017 -July 20196. Does-over 2 years old
Premiums: Blue: $5.00, Red: $4.00, White: $3.00
Bucket/Bottle GoatBottle Goats – Section GB
A. General Livestock Rules and Regulations and 4-H General Rules and Regulations apply in this department
B. Vet Check will take place 11:30 am -12:30 pm Wednesday, July 22 with weigh-in starting at 1:30 pm.
C. Project open to 4-H members just finishing grades K-8th. All 4-H Exhibitors must be FSQA certified.
D. Any orphan or newborn lamb (wether or doe), born between Jan. 1st and May 1st of this year.E. Must be ear tagged and identified on Goat Identification Report by May 15.F. Goat must be bottle fed. (No nursing permitted.)G. An exhibitor may identify three animals, exhibit one. These are eligible to be shown
only in the Bottle class.H. All goats are to be shown with a collar.I. Goats must be free of any contagious or infectious conditions.J. Judging will be based on:
a. Participant interview - what member has learned about care and raising of the goats. Information sheets are to be handed in at weigh-in.
b. Cleanliness and overall appearance with emphasis on what the exhibitor has learned.c. General health, conditions and management of the goats and young person’s
knowledge of this area.d. Showmanship (asked to set the goat, move the goat about the ring, ability to
keep the goat between themselves and the judge)K. Bottle goat exhibitors in grades 4-8 will receive place ribbons and premiums. Little
Clovers, Jr. Clover and Clover Kids will receive participation ribbons and are not eligible to receive premiums.
Classes1. Bottle goatPremiums: Blue: $5.00, Red: $4.00, White: $3.00
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Horse and PonyA. General Livestock Rules and Regulations and 4-H General Rules and Regulations
apply in this departmentB. ID maximum of 5 horses total per 4-Her. Of those 5, maximum of 2 can be leased.C. Exhibitor is limited to one entry per class.D. Stallions over twelve months of age are not eligible for classes.E. Leased animals may not be exhibited in halter classes. F. An animal may not be exhibited in more than two halter classes. G. Classes may be combined or divided as necessary at the discretion of the judge and
horse committee. H. Class definitions:
Weanlings – foaled in current calendar year Yearlings – foaled in preceding calendar yearMature – Two years old and olderPony – Animals over 34 inches and under 56 inches at mature height Miniature Pony - ponies under 34 inches at last hairs of mane(Light) Horse – Animals 56 inches and over at mature height
I. Purple ribbons and trophies will be awarded at the discretion of the judge. J. All regulations will be outlined in “Rules & Regulations for 4-H Equine Shows
in Iowa,” 4-H-511C - Including proper attire and equipment listed for each performance class on pages 22-30.
K. Exhibitors are REQUIRED to wear American Society of Testing Materials (ASTM) and Safety Engineering Institute (SEI) approved protective headgear with chinstrap and properly fitted harness when mounted and riding and driving EVERY TIME, EVERY RIDE.. Youth are strongly encouraged (but not required) to wear approved protective headgear when riding in any other performance or fun event. Exhibitors will not be penalized for wearing protective headgear while showing.
L. To enter the costume class both the horse and 4-H’er need to be dressed up as a theme, as they enter the arena announcer will tell what the theme is. Exhibitors may either lead in or ride in.
M. Exhibitors may sign up for only one of the Fun Event Trail Events, and walk trail is available only to yearlings and two-year-olds.
Premiums: Blue: $5.00, Red: $4.00, White: $3.00
Halter – Section HT
1. Pony Halter 34” & under at last hair of mane 2. Pony Halter 34” and up3. Weanling Halter, 6 mo-1 year 4. Yearling Halter, 1 year old 5. Light Horse Mare, 2-4 Years Old 6. Light Horse Mare, 5 Yrs & Older 7. Light Horse Gelding, 2-4 Years Old 8. Light Horse Gelding, 5 Yrs & Over 9. Donkey/Mule Halter 10. Draft Horse Halter 11. Junior Showmanship, Grades 4-6 12. Intermediate Showmanship, Grades 7-813. Senior Showmanship, Grades 9-12
Performance – Section PF
1. Bareback Equitation 4-7 2. Bareback Equitation 8-123. English Pleasure 4. Walk-Trot, Horses 4 & Under 5. Walk-Trot, Grades 4-7 6. Walk-Trot, Grades 8-12 7. Western Pleasure, Grades 4-7 8. Western Pleasure, Grades 8-12 9. Western Horsemanship, Grades 4-7 10. Western Horsemanship, Grades 8-1211. Western Riding 4-7 12. Western Riding 8-12
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Timed Events – Section TE
1. Barrel Racing 2. Pole Bending 3. Key Hole
Fun Events – Section FE- No Entry Fee or Premium
1. Egg-N-Spoon 2. Walk Trail (lead through trail) yearlings and two-year-olds 3. Trail 4. Texas Flag 5. Costume Class
PetsA. General Livestock Rules and Regulations and 4-H General Rules and Regulations
apply in this departmentB. Dogs and cats must have current rabies shots and vaccination certificates. Kittens and
puppies must be over 4 months old and NO pregnant animals or animals in heat may be shown.
C. Your pet should be under control at all times. Dogs, for example, must be on a leash. D. Pets are to be taken home immediately after the Pet Show judging. E. Exhibitors are limited to one (1) cat, one (1) dog, and two (2) other pets.
Cats – Section CT
1. Cats
Dogs – Section DG
1. Dogs
Other Pets – Section OP
1. Other
Premiums: Blue: $3.00, Red: $2.00, White: $1.00
PoultryA. General Livestock Rules and Regulations and 4-H General Rules and Regulations
apply in this departmentB. Exhibitor is limited to two entries per class. C. All pens must be padlocked. The fair will not be responsible for animals lost, stolen,
or injured. D. Purple ribbons will be awarded at the discretion of the judge. E. All poultry must have proof of pullorum-typhoid testing within 90 days of the county
fair.
Chickens – Section CK
1. Production Pullet Pen – three birds2. Production Hen Pen – three birds3. Market Pen of Three – three birds, either sex,
Other Birds – Section OB
1. Ducks – two birds, either sex2. Bantams – two birds, either sex3. Standards – two birds, either sex4. Special – Geese, pigeons, turkeys, ornamental poultry – Single or Pair
Premiums: Blue: $2.00, Red: $1.50, White: $1.00
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Rabbit DepartmentA. General Livestock Rules and Regulations and 4-H General Rules and Regulations
apply in this departmentB. Exhibitor is limited to two (2) entries per individual class and two (2) meat pens. C. A Commercial Junior individual entry may be selected from a pen of three. D. Ribbons and trophies will be given out at the discretion of the judge and the rabbit
committee. E. The fair board will provide cages. Exhibitors must furnish their own padlocks
and feeding equipment. All pens must be padlocked. The fair board will not be responsible for animals lost, stolen, or injured.
F. Exhibitor must be present to show his or her rabbits. Exhibitor may have another 4-H’er help them show their rabbits. After three calls to the table rabbits will not be judged. It is your responsibility to be present during the rabbit show.
G. All exhibits must comply with the health requirements for the fair. Any rabbit found to be unhealthy will be removed and disqualified.
H. The Rabbit Committee reserves the right to limit entries should numbers exceed cage space.
I. Superintendents have the right to determine which class a rabbit will be shown in. Fancy Example breeds are Dutch, Rex, Netherland Dwarf. Four-Class (Fancy) rabbits are divided into four classes: Senior Bucks Age 6 months and older; Senior Does Age 6 months and older; Junior Bucks under 6 months old; and Junior Does under 6 months old. Commercial Example breeds are California, Palomino and Satin. Six-Class rabbits are divided into the following six classes: Senior Bucks over 8 months old; Senior Does over 8 months old; Intermediate Bucks 6-8 months old; Intermediate Does 6-8 months old; Junior Bucks under 6 months old; Junior Does under 6 months old.
J. All exhibitors have the choice to sell their animals in the livestock auction on Monday, July 27, 2020. Each exhibitor may have up to two animals in the auction.
K. Rabbits may be identified “For Sale” by a 3 X 5 Card furnished by the Rabbit Committee.
L. Rabbits eligible for State Fair must be identified in 4hOnline by July 1, 2020. This applies to all breeding/fancy/market. All must have a tattoo entered in 4hOnline as well.
Meat Class Exhibits – Section RM
1. Meat Class Exhibits may be either crossbred or purebred but may NOT have been shown in any other class (except single fryer and showmanship) Classes are as follows:
2. Roaster Class - All rabbits entered in this class must be under 6 months of age; maximum weight 8 pounds, minimum weight 5.5 pounds.
3. Single Fryer Class – Not over 10 weeks of age, minimum weight of 3 1/2 pounds and the maximum weight will then be 5 1/2 pounds. May come from your meat pens.
4. Pen of 3 Fryer Class – Meat Pen will consist of three rabbits all the same breed and variety. Not necessarily from the same litter. Age limit not over ten weeks, maximum weights will weigh 16 1/2 pounds all rabbits together. May have 2 pens of 3.
Commercial Rabbits – Section RC
1. Commercial Junior Doe – Under 6 months, must be born on or after Jan. 25, 20202. Commercial Intermediate Doe – 6 to 8 months, must be born between Nov. 25, 2019
and Jan. 25, 20203. Commercial Senior Doe – Over 8 months of age, must be born before Nov. 25, 20194. Commercial Junior Buck – Under 6 months, must be born on or after Jan. 25, 2020
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5. Commercial Intermediate Buck – 6 to 8 months must be born between Nov. 25, 2019 and Jan. 25, 2020
6. Commercial Senior Buck – Over 8 months of age, must be born before Nov. 25, 2019
Fancy Rabbits – Section RF
1. Fancy Junior Doe – Under 6 months must be born on or after Jan. 25, 20202. Fancy Senior Doe – Over 6 months must be born before Jan. 25, 20203. Fancy Junior Buck – Under 6 months, must be born on or after Jan. 25, 20204. Fancy Senior Buck - Over 6 months must be born before Jan. 25, 2020
Premiums: Blue: $2.00, Red: $1.50, White: $1.00
Sheep DepartmentA. General Livestock Rules and Regulations and 4-H General Rules and Regulations
apply in this departmentB. Vet Check will take place 11:30 am -12:30 pm Wednesday, July 22 with weigh-in
starting at 12 pm.C. Open to lambs born on or after January 1, 2019.D. All lambs must be docked and sheared (market or breeding). E. No muzzles will be allowed on lambs at the Humboldt District Fair.F. Lambs showing evidence of club lamb fungus or ringworm will not be shown. G. Exhibitors are expected to care for their lambs in an acceptable manner. Any abusive
care including icing, slapping, or excessive modification of lambs will be grounds for disqualification.
H. You may lift to set legs but then all four feet must be placed back on the ground. Exhibitors will receive one warning if they are found lifting lambs. Second offenses will result in disqualification.
I. Lambs shown in showmanship classes must have been shown in another breeding or market lamb class as well.
J. To help detect possible fungus at check-in and to prevent the spread of fungus, all market lambs, performance lambs and commercial ewes must be slick shorn upon entering the fairgrounds. Spot clipping will be allowed after weigh-in. Animals which are not slick shorn will not be allowed to stall or enter the check-in process. Slick shorn does not apply to purebred “fitted” ewes.
K. All State Fair sheep must have a 4-H tag and retinal images (market lambs, commercial ewes, purebred breeding ewes)
Bottle Lambs – Section LB
A. Project open to 4-H members just finishing grades K-8th.. All 4-H Exhibitors must be FSQA certified.
B. Any orphan or newborn lamb (wether or ewe), born between January 1st and May 1st of this year.
C. Must be ear tagged and identified on Sheep Identification Report by May 15.D. Lamb must be bottle fed. (No nursing permitted.)E. An exhibitor may identify three animals, exhibit one. These are eligible to be shown
only in the Bottle class.F. All lambs are to be halter broke and shown at halter.G. Lambs must be free of any contagious or infectious conditions.H. Lambs must be shorn within one week of show to be eligible to be shown.I. Judging will be based on:
1. Participant interview - what member has learned about care and raising of the lamb. Information sheets are to be handed in at weigh-in.
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2. Cleanliness and overall appearance with emphasis on what the exhibitor has learned.
3. General health, conditions and management of the lamb and young person’s knowledge of this area.
4. Showmanship (asked to set the lamb, move the lamb about the ring, ability to keep the lamb between themselves and the judge)
J. Bottle lamb exhibitors in grades 4-8 will receive place ribbons and premiums. Little Clovers, Jr. Clover and Clover Kids will receive participation ribbons and are not eligible to receive premiums.
Classes1. Bottle LambPremiums: Blue: $5.00, Red: $4.00, White: $3.00
Breeding Lambs – Section BL
A. Breeding lambs may not exhibit in market classes. B. Registration papers will be checked in the Purebred Breeding Lamb division. C. All animals shown as a pen must have shown as individuals. D. Each exhibitor is limited to two lambs per individual class and one pen of purebred lambs. E. Breeding ram and ewe lambs will be judged in the following breeds:
Hampshire · Suffolk · Other Recognized BreedsF. Purple ribbons will be awarded at the discretion of the judge. Classes1. Ram Lamb – Individual2. Ewe Lamb – Individual (Purebred)3. Ewe Lamb – Individual (Commercial)4. Pen of Three – Breeding Lambs (Purebred)5. Breeding Ewe – Yearling (Commercial)Premiums: Blue: $5.00, Red: $4.00, White: $3.00
Market Lambs – Section ML
A. An exhibitor may enter a maximum of 5 market lambs.B. Exhibitors may show a pen of 3 and up to 5 individuals. Examples (Pen of 3 & no
individuals, Pen of 3 and 2 individuals, or no pen and up to 5 individuals) C. Open to ewes and wethers only. D. Market lambs may not exhibit in breeding classes. E. Market lamb classes will be divided according to weight. F. Market lambs must weigh 100 pounds to go through the auction. G. Pen of three lambs must be identified at weigh-in time.Classes1. Market Lamb – Individual2. Pen of Three – Market LambsPremiums: Blue: $5.00, Red: $4.00, White: $3.00
Swine DepartmentMarket Swine – Section SM
A. General Livestock Rules and Regulations and 4-H General Rules and Regulations apply in this department
B. Vet Check will take place 6-7:30 am Thursday, July 23 with weigh-in starting at 7am. C. All pigs must have an ear tag to show at the fair. All State Fair pigs must be
identified by a specialized DNA ear tag to show at the State Fair. All County Fair
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pigs will be ear tagged by the 4-Hers and will be identified by ear notch and ear tag. State Fair tags must be purchased from the Humboldt County Extension Office and County Fair tags will be provided to 4-Hers from the Humboldt County Extension Office. Unmarked pigs will not be given pen space. A maximum of 9 animals will be allowed per member for the Market Swine Show on Saturday, July 25.
D. Each exhibitor may show one commercial gilt, one purebred breeding gilt, one pen of three and up to four individuals, purebred barrows will be included in the 4 total individuals, not necessarily from the pen of three. (commercial gilt and purebred gilt may not be a part of the pen or as a market individual). Eligible weight range to show is 220-315 pounds.
E. If the threat of disease arises and it is recommended by the official fair veterinarian, shots will be administered to all pigs with the cost of the vaccination being deducted from the 4-Hers livestock auction check OR premium amount.
F. Registration papers will be checked in the Purebred Class. G. The Humboldt County District Fair has a non-terminal swine show, you had to
decide at weigh in whether you are selling or not. Exhibitors may fill out required paper work and take their swine home.
H. The swine committee is searching for a locker to take the hogs, exhibitors may have to take hogs home.
I. We will be running one show this year and showmanship will be at the end of the show and the swine committee encourages all exhibitors to participate. We will be placing the top 2 Breeding Gilt (purebred and commercial), Grand overall Breeding gilt and reserve overall Breeding Gilt. The top 5 Market Hogs ( Gilts, Barrows, Purebred Barrows), and the top 2 Pen of Three, The grand Breeding Gilt and The grand Market Individual will be allowed to go to the showdown in Webster City.
J. All pigs will be weighed Thursday, July 25 and divided into weight classes determined by the swine committee.
K. All swine not going home will be sold through the livestock auction held on Monday, July 27. Commercial Gilt and Purebred Gilts must go home, cant be sold on auction.
L. All hog pens must be cleaned out by Monday, July 27. Premium and/or auction money will be deducted for failure to comply.
Classes1. Purebred Gilt Class2. Commercial Gilt3. Purebred Barrow Class4. Individual Market Pig (This class will be divided by barrows and gilts)5. Market Pen of 3Premiums: Blue: $5.00, Red: $4.00, White: $3.00
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2020 OPEN CLASS HORTICULTURE SHOW(Sponsored by Humboldt Co. iSu Extension & Master Gardeners)
Saturday, July 25, 2020Polka Hall, Humboldt County Fairgrounds
Superintendents: Humboldt County Master GardenersSpecial Rules:1. Entries are open to the public, except professional arrangers and florists. Juniors,
those 16 and under, may exhibit in any class and will be judged separate from the adult exibitors.
2. No pre-registration needed – entry tags will be provided. Horticulture exhibits should include type, variety/cultivar name on tag, if available.
3. Exhibitors may make more than one entry per class or subclass if each entry is a different cultivar, type or color. All Horticulture entries must have been grown by the exhibitor.
4. Exhibitors may enter more than one design in each class of the Design Division. Each design is to be the work of the exhibitor. Purchased plant material may be used in the design division only. No noxious weeds (such as queen anne lace) will be allowed.
5. Entries will be taken from 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm on Friday, July 24; and from 8:00 am to Noon on Saturday, July 25, 2020. ALL EXHIBITS MUST BE IN PLACE BY NOON THE DAY OF THE SHOW.
6. Judging will begin at 1:00 pm, Saturday, July 25, 2020.7. Horticulture exhibits should be displayed in clear glass containers, suitable to the size
of specimen. Wedging is permitted. Vegetables are to be displayed on white paper plates. Container plants must be exhibited in clean pots.
8. Classes may be subdivided as needed according to color, type or cultivar. (3 exhibits needed to establish a new class.)
9. All exhibits will receive a ribbon placing of blue, red or white, if worthy.10. All exhibits will be released at 5:00 p.m. (no earlier) on Sunday, July 26, 2020.11. FAIR OFFICIALS WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR EXHIBITS REMAINING
AFTER 6:00 P.M.
**For proper exhibit preparation, check ISU Extension Publications: Harvesting and Preparing Vegetables for Exhibit and Preparing Cut Flowers and Houseplants for Exhibits, available at the Humboldt Co. ISU Extension Office or online at: http://www.extension.iastate.edu/Publications/4H462.pdf and http://www.extension.iastate.edu/Publications/4H464.pdf
DIVISION AND CLASSESDIVISION A. - ARTISTIC DESIGN ARRANGEMENTS (Accessories permitted)(May enter more than one arrangement in each class)Class 1. All fresh plant materials. a. Spring Breeze b. Summer Meadow Class 2. All dried plant materials. a. Winter Wonderland b. Fall HarvestClass 3. Fresh and dried plant materials. a. Autumn Splendor b. Summer VacationClass 4. Miniatures- no more than 5 inches in any direction. Fresh and/or dried materials. a. Summer rainbows b. Spring RainsClass 5. Grandma’s Kitchen or Grandpa’s farmClass 6. Fairy Garden
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DIVISION B. ROSESClass 7. Hybrid Tea - 1 bloom, disbudded a. red b. pink c. yellow d. white e. orange f. otherClass 8. FloribundaClass 9. GrandifloraClass 10. PolyanthaClass 11. ClimberClass 12. Miniature Rose a. red b. pink c. yellow d. white e. orange f. otherClass 13. ShrubClass 14. Buck Rose
DIVISION C. ANNUALSClass 15. Ageratum, 1 sprayClass 16. Alyssum, 3 stemsClass 17. Baby’s Breath, 1 sprayClass 18. Bachelor Buttons, 3 blooms Class 19. Bell’s of Ireland, 1 stalkClass 20. Calendula, 3 stemsClass 21. Celosia, 1 sprayClass 22. Cleome, 1 stem Class 23. Coleus, 3 stemsClass 24. Cosmos, 3 bloomsClass 25. Impatiens – 1 spray a. single b. double c. any otherClass 26. Larkspur, 1 spikeClass 27. Marigolds a. large 2” and over – 1 bloom b. small under 2” – 1 spray with blossomsClass 28. Pansies, 3 blooms Class 29. Petunias, 1 spray a. single b. double c. any otherClass 30. Poppies, 1 bloom a. single b. doubleClass 31. Salvia, 3 stemsClass 32. Snapdragons, 1 spike a. tall b. dwarf c. butterflyClass 33. Statice, 1 sprayClass 34. Sunflower a. large over 6” b. medium 3”- 6” c. small –under 3”Class 35. Verbena, 1 stemClass 36. Viola, 3 bloomsClass 37. Zinnia a. 2” and over, 1 bloom b. under 2”, 3 bloomsClass 38. Any other annual- 1 spray or stem as grown a. Small, under 3” – 3 specimens b. Large, 3” and over – one specimen DIVISION D. PERENNIALS AND BIENNIALSClass 39. Achillea (Yarrow), 1 stemClass 40. Butterfly Plant (Asclepias) 1 stemClass 41. Clematis, 3 blooms- with leaves, if possibleClass 42. Cone flower (Echinacea) 1 stemClass 43. Coreopsis, 3 stemsClass 44. Chrysanthemum, 1 spray
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Class 45. Delphinium, 1 spikeClass 46. Dianthus, 3 spraysClass 47. Gaillardia, 3 bloomsClass 48. Gypsophila, 1 spray (Baby’s Breath)Class 49. Hemerocallis, Daylily, 1 scape a. small- up to 4 ½” b. large- over 4 ½” Class 50. Hesperis, 1 spike (Sweet Rocket)Class 51. Heuchera a. 3 stems b. 3 leavesClass 52. Heucherella a. 3 stems b. 3 leavesClass 53. Hibiscus, 1 bloom floating in shallow dishClass 54. Hosta, 1 leaf, same cultivar (measured by width of leaf) a. large, over 6” b. medium, 3-6” c. small, under 3”Class 55. Monarda, (Bee Balm) 3 stemsClass 56. Phlox, 1 stemClass 57. Platycodon (Balloon Flower) 1 stemClass 58. Rudbeckia, 1 stemClass 59. Verbena, 3 stemsClass 60. Any other
DIVISION E. BULBS, CORMS AND TUBERSClass 61. Caladium, 1 leafClass 62. Calla lily Class 63. Canna, 1 spikeClass 64. Dahlia a. mini (up to 4”) b. small (over 4” – 6”) c. medium (over 6” – 8”) d. large (over 8” – 10”) e. giant (over 10”)Class 65. Gladiolus, a. small (2.5” -3.5”) b. medium (over 3.5” – 4.5”) c. large (over 4.5 – 5.5”)Class 66. Lilies, 1 scape or stem, namedClass 67. Tuberous Begonia, 1 flower and a leaf in a bowl.Class 68. Any Other
DIVISION F. CACTUS AND SUCCULENTSClass 69. Cactus a. large pots – 8” or over b. medium pots 5”- 8” c. small – under 5”Class 70. Succulents, a. 8” or over b. under 8”Class 71. Dish gardens of cactus and/or succulents (please include variety names)
DIVISION G. CONTAINER GROWN PLANTS - FLOWERING AND/OR FOLIAGE Class 72. African VioletClass 73. BegoniaClass 74. GeraniumClass 75. OrchidClass 76. StreptocarpusClass 77. ColeusClass 78. CaladiumClass 79. FernClass 80. HoyaClass 81. IvyClass 82. PothosClass 83. PhilodendronClass 84. Rubber PlantClass 85. Hanging BasketsClass 86. Any other
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DIVISION H. PATIO PLANTERClass 87. Single variety of plants (vegetables may be included)Class 88. Multi variety of plants (please list varieties)
DIVISION I. FLOWERING SHRUBS ( single branch up to 18” )Class 89. HydrangeaClass 90. Mock OrangeClass 91. WeigelaClass 92. Any other blooming shrub (named)
DIVISION J. ORNAMENTAL GRASSES (one stem, not over 36” to tip from table top including inflorescence – as displayed in vase, not by pulling up foliage like a ponytail)Class 93. Annual GrassesClass 94. Perennial Grasses
DIVISION K. FRUITS AND VEGETABLES1. Apples, 32. Strawberries, 53. Cherries, 54. Any other fruit not listed5. Basil, 3 sprigs6. Chives, 3 stems7. Dill, 2 heads8. Parsley, 3 sprigs9. Other Herb, 3 sprigs10. Beets, 311. Cabbage, one head 12. Carrots, 313. Cucumbers, slicing, 6-8” - 214. Cucumbers, dill, 5” - 215. Cucumbers, small pickling, 2-3” – 516. Eggplant, 117. Garlic, 3 bulbs18. Kohlrabi, 219. Onions, green – 520. Onions, 3 (tops should be dried) — a. Yellow b. White c. Red d. other21. Peppers — a. Sweet, 2 b. Hot, 5 22. Potatoes, 3 — a. Red b. White c. Yellow d. other23. Snap Beans, 624. Summer squash, 225. Sweet Corn, 2 ears26. Tomatoes, large type, 3 27. Tomatoes, Cocktail or Cherry, 10 28. Turnips, 3 29. Any other vegetable not listed.30. Jumbo vegetable – (Any vegetable large for size)31. Novelty - artistic figure made from fruit(s) and/or vegetable(s) grown by exhibitor.32. Produce with unusual appearance.33. Garden Basket - 5 or more different kinds of vegetables as a decorative arrangement
contained in a basket. (may use more than 1 variety of any vegetable, but no more than 4 of items of same vegetable; ie. 4 tomatoes may be displayed – one large red slicer, one cherry, one yellow, and one processing tomato or 4 tomatoes of same variety; either would constitute one vegetable since all are tomatoes)
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Humboldt Fair Open Class Photography
1. All work must be original and by an amateur photographer. Photos entered must have been taken after Aug. 1st 2019. 2. Exhibitors may show 1 entry in each class. Exhibitors will fill out an entry form and pay($3/ photo) fees at the time your photos are dropped off. Advance photgraphy exhibits can be dropped of at the extension office. Any last minute entries can be dropped off at the fairgrounds on July 23 from 6 to 8pm. 3. All photographs must be mounted on foam baord or matted. NO GLASS. Photos must be no smaller than 5” x 7” and no longer than 8” x 10”. 4. The judge shall award premiums according to merit in each class. 5. The superintendents and helpers will use care and safety of entries after their arrival and placement, but they will not be held liable for any loss of damage that may occur before or during the duration of the fair. In general photography is judged on technical merit of craftsmanship, artistic originality, how well they express ideas, how well the image is composed and how readily it could be hung or placed in a normal setting. Keep in mind, visual arts are very subjective and the best guide is to produce some work of value to you after the competition is finished. Early entry is encouraged. A entry form can be filled out at the Humboldt Extention office. Photographer’s name, photo title, date and other text must NOT appear on front of the entry. ADULT DIVISION: 19 and up JUNIOR DIVISION: 18 and under
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hotg
raph
y ex
hibi
ts c
an b
e dr
oppe
d of
at t
he e
xten
sion
offi
ce. A
ny la
st m
inut
e en
tries
ca
n be
dro
pped
off
at th
e fa
irgro
unds
on
July
23r
d fro
m 6
to 8
pm.
3. A
ll ph
otog
raph
s m
ust b
e m
ount
ed o
n fo
am b
aord
or m
atte
d. N
O G
LAS
S.
Pho
tos
mus
t be
no s
mal
ler t
han
5" x
7" a
nd n
o lo
nger
than
8" x
10"
.
Class D
escriptio
n
Anim
als, In
sects a
nd W
ildlife
Arch
itecture, Statues, S
culpture and
Still Life
Flow
ers,
Tre
es a
nd o
ther
Pla
nt
Life
Lan
d &
Seasc
ap
es
People
Cre
ativ
e Ph
oto
gra
phy-
Dig
ital
ly a
lter
ed, In
fare
d, Li
ght
Photo
gra
phy,
etc
Other (a
ctions
or e
vents)
Snap
shot
story
, co
lor
(3-6
pic
ture
s, m
ounte
d t
oget
her
to t
ell a
story
)
Spec
ial A
reas
Color o
f the
Yea
r: Blue
-‐ The
Blue mus
t be pred
ominen
t color in
the ph
oto.
Them
e of th
e Ye
ar: -‐ M
ain En
tran
ces -‐
The main su
bjec
t of the
categ
ory sh
ould fit the
them
e.
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