2015 Southern Iowa Fairbook

Southern Iowa Fair

July 13—18, 2015 www.southerniowafair.org

1 Table of Contents Section Page Superintendents…………………………………………………………..……....2 Dedication…………………………………………………………………..…..4-5 Daily Events…………………………………………………………………….6-9 SIF Night Life…………………………………………………………………....10 Sponsors……………………………………………………………………..…..11 Camping Regulations………………………………………………………….…12 Fair Rules & Regulations…………………………………………………….......13 Open Classes…………………………………………………………………......14 Senior King & Queen…………………………………………………….…..73-74 Fair Queen …………………………………………………………………… ...75 Ag Gadget Show………………………………………………………….….….76 Open Shows………………………………………………………………….….77 Cinnamon Roll Contest, Children’s Coloring Contest………………………......78 Cookie Stacking Contest, Bubble Gum Blowing Contest……………………….79 Joke Telling Contest ………………………………………………………….....79 Pigtail Contest, Cookie Decorating Contest…………………………………..…80 Diaper Derby, Decorated Diaper Contest…………………………………..…....81 Oskaloosa Lions Free Vision Screening, Pine Wood Derby…………………….82 Hawkeye Kids Pedal Power Pull & Hula Hoop Contest……………………..….83 Antique Tractors & Engine Display……………………………………..…..…..84 4-H Section………………………………………………………………………85 Southern Iowa Fair Officials Shawn Van Engelenhoven……………………………………….………President Bruce Veenstra……………………………………………………..Vice President Keith Ringelestein………………………………………………………..Treasurer Carrie VanderBeek………………………………………………..Office Manager Board of Directors Andy Antolik……………………………………………………………..Eddyville Adam Antolik………………………………………………………….…Eddyville Sharis Claver…..……………………………………………………...….Eddyville Kelly Long…………………………………………………………………...Cedar Jimmy McCrea…………………………………………………………...Eddyville Peggy McCrea…………………………………………………………....Eddyville Holly Padgett…………………………………………………………….Oskaloosa Keith Ringelestein……………………………………………………..…..Fremont Shawn VanEngelenhoven……………………………………………….Oskaloosa Bruce Veenstra…………………………………………………………..Oskaloosa Steve Watts……………………………………………………………....Oskaloosa Barb Witt……………………………………………………………....New Sharon

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SUPERINTENDENTS Exhibit Hall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Rita Antolik Assistant………………….………… . . . . . . . . . . .Karen McBeth Junior Arts & Crafts . . … . .….. Paulette Williams, Connie Stout, Anna Nikkel Culinary . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . .. . .Martha McGlothlen, Deon Marsh Needlecraft . . . . . . . . . .Ruth Branderhorst, Linda Van Donselaar Quilts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Portia Figland, Barbara Johnson Hobbies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . Beth Stout, Linda Bonnett Holidays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Virginia Pierson, Laura Hol Care Centers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bev Hutchinson, Connie Kime Fine Arts . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . ..Tammy Sparks, Lex Sparks Floriculture & Horticulture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Eileen Blom, Cindy McNulty, Lindsay Maxwell, Marlene Maxwell, Lois Harris, Mary Bower, Jan Palmer, Ken Broadway Genealogy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .Kathy Virgil Fair King/Queen Contest ………. . . . . . . . . . . . ..Val VanMaanen Bill Riley Talent Show . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Chris Yarkosky Piggy Tail Contest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..Misty Scanlon Cinnamon Roll Contest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Misty Scanlon Coloring Contest………………… . . . . . . . . . . . . . .………KBOE Hula Hoop Contest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Kiley Lobberecht Cookie Decorating Contest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jeannene Veenstra Cookie Stacking Contest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Kathleen Rempe Bubble Gum Contest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Misty Scanlon Baby Contest… . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .The Oskaloosa Herald Pine Wood Derby……………………………...Pack 77 Cub Scouts Kids Pedal Power Pull . . . . . . . . . . . . .Hawkeye Pedal Pull Assoc Harness Races . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .Ron Allgood Antique Tractors & Engines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..Rick Flander County Youth Coordinator . . . . . . . . . . . . .Amy Vermeer-Brainard FFA Leader – Eddyville . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Pat Powers FFA Leader – New Sharon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Alyssa Foster FFA Leader – Oskaloosa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Brett Spurgeon FFA Leader – Twin Cedars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Miranda Johnson FFA Leader – Tri County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Trent Steinhart Policing, Safety and Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Sheriff’s Posse

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WEBSITE: www.southerniowafair.com 641-673-7004 ADMISSIONS EVENTS ONLY NO GENERAL ADMISSION CHARGE AT THE MAIN GATE All Vehicles: $3.00 per day / $12.00 per week Parking charge in effect: Monday thru Saturday – 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.

FAIR OFFICIALLY OPENS MONDAY, JULY 13, 2015 FAIR OFFICIALLY OPENS –MONDAY, JU OPEN/CLOSING TIMES Administration Office... . . . . 8:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.

4-H Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Exhibit Building . . . . . . . . .. . 9:00 a.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Varied Industry Building . . . 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Grandstand . . . . . . . . . . .. . .10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Emergency announcements may be made after 7:00 p.m. from theTicket Office or at the Grandstand Concession Stand.

ON THE GROUNDS DAILY • Evans United Shows Wristband Hours: Tuesday – 6:00pm-10:00pm $20 Thursday – 6:00pm – 10:00pm $20 Saturday – 1:00pm – 5:00pm $20 6:00pm – 10:00pm $25  Antique Tractor & Engine Display  The Great American Duck Races – (Wed – Sat)  Chainsaw Carving (Monday & Tuesday)  Kids Zone  Kiddie Barnyard

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2015 Fair Book Dedication In Memory of Leon DeGroot Leon became involved with the Southern Iowa Fair at a young age. He showed cattle and pigs and enjoyed spending time with friends at the fair.

After high school, he married his wife Lana in 1981. They had four children: Leah (Bruxvoort), Lucas, Lacey (Beenken) and Layton. Leon enjoyed helping them also show and prepare their cattle and hogs at the fair.

Leon started as Beef Superintendent in 2007. He helped organize and run the beef weigh-ins, attended superintendent meetings, assisted with beef rule updates, assisted with the beef shows and set up the stall assignments for the beef exhibitors. Leon also enjoyed displaying his father-in-law’s antique tractor at the tractor show for several years. In addition, Leon loved to spend time with his grandkids, one of which is already enjoying 4H clover kids. Leon had a passion for the youth of the community and enjoyed many Southern Iowa Fair activities.

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2015 Fair Book Dedication In Memory of John Terpstra

John Terpstra’s involvement at the Southern Iowa Fair started in the late 1940’s when he showed livestock. That tradition continued off and on for many years with the Tersptra family when he helped his children (Vickie, Cindy, Ron, & Jim), nephews (Rick, Randy, & Doug), step son and step grandson (Jim & Logan Hart) so they could show their livestock at the fair.

John has the privilege of crying the 4-H and FFA auction at the Southern Iowa Fair for over 50 years. 2012 was the last year he was able to do that as his health started to fail. He missed one year of the auction, August 7 1982. The day before the auction he buried his youngest child, Jim, who was killed in an auto accident on August 2, the night before the first day of the fair. During the auction in 1982, he was in the sale ring taking bids. Each year during the auction, John was a big supporter of the 4H and FFA members by purchasing some of their livestock.

For many years through his Auction Service, John donated to the Supreme Showmanship Contest held during the fair. This tradition is now carried on by his daughter, Vickie, in the memory of him.

John looked forward to attending the fair every year particularly watching the different livestock shows.

The family would like to thank the Southern Iowa Fair Board for honoring their loved one with this dedication.

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2015 Fair Schedule th

July 11 - Saturday 8:30 – 2:30 Exhibit Judging in Exhibit Hall & 4-H Building 5:00 Llama Show (Pavilion) th

July 13 - Monday Antique Tractors & Engine Display Laser Alley Chainsaw Carving Kids Zone Kiddy Barnyard 7:00 – 9:30 Swine Weigh-In (Scale Area) 9:00-11:00 Poultry Check-in 9:00 Dog Show (Pavilion) 9:30 – 11:00 Sheep Weigh-In (Scale Area) 10:00 Rabbit Check-In (Barn) 11:00 Advanced Feeder Cattle Weigh-In & Scanning 11:00 Culinary Open Class Judging (Exhibit Hall) 11:00 Quilts Open Class Judging (Exhibit Hall) 1:00 Pig Tail Contest (Free Stage) 1:00 Needlecraft Open Class Judging (Exhibit Hall) 1:00 Bottle Lamb/Goat Check-In 2:00 4-H Horticulture Judging (4-H Building) 2:00 Holidays Open Class Judging (Exhibit Hall) 2:00 Fine Arts Open Class Judging (Exhibit Hall) 2:00-4:00 Bucket Bottle Calf Check-In 3:00 Cinnamon Roll Contest (Free Stage) 3:30 Bucket ‘O’ Junk Judging (FFA building) 4:00 Meat Goat Weigh-in/Check-in 5:00 – 7:00 Key Co-op BBQ (West of Free Stage) 6:00 Dairy Check-in by 6:00 in Dairy Barn w/superintendents 6:30 – 8:00 Beef Weigh-in/Check-in 6:00 Queen Contest (Grandstand) 7:00 Bill Riley Talent Show (Grandstand) 7:00 Bingo (Bingo Barn) 8:00 Lucas Beebe (Free Stage Concert)

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July 14 – Tuesday (Family night) Any car after 4:00pm that brings 1 non-perishable food item will park for $1.00 Evans United Shows – Wristband Hours 6 – 10pm - $20.00 Antique Tractors & Engine Display Laser Alley Chainsaw Carving Kids Zone Kiddy Barnyard 9:00 Poultry Show (Sale Ring) 9:00 Open Bucket Bottle Check In 10:00 Family History Open Class Judging (Exhibit Hall) 10:30 Care Facility Open Class Judging (Exhibit Hall) 11:00 Hobby Open Class Judging (Exhibit Hall) 11:00-1:00 4-H Communication’s Judging (Free Stage) 11:30 Floriculture/Horticulture Open Class Judging (Exhibit Hall) 1:00 Junior Arts Open Class Judging (Exhibit Hall) 2:00-5:00 4-H Communication’s Judging (Free Stage) 3:00-4:30 Bottle Lamb & Goat Interviews (DAV building) 4:00 – 6:00 Horse Check-in 5:00 Channel Bio Seed Kid’s Day (east side of Pavilion) Serving Sandwich & Drink to the families 6:00 Pine Wood Derby (Free Stage) 6:00 4-H & FFA Swine Show 7:00 Bingo (Bingo Barn) 6:00 Quarter Inch Jack & Phoenix

July 15th – Wednesday Evans United Shows Antique Tractors & Engine Display Laser Alley The Duck Races Kids Zone Kiddy Barnyard 7:00 Agriland FS complimentary Pancake Breakfast 8:00 Bottle Lamb and Goat Show (Pavilion) 9:00 4-H & FFA Sheep Show (Pavilion) 9:00 – 12:00 4-H Working Exhibits (Free Stage) 12:30 – 1:30 Dairy Show (Pavilion) 1:00-3:00 Bible Quiz (Free Stage) 1:00-3:00 Bucket/Bottle Calf Interviews (DAV Building) 2:00 – 4:00 Meat Goat Show 4:00 Children’s Coloring Contest (Free Stage) 4:00 – 6:00 Livestock Judging Contest (Pavilion) 5:30 Hula Hoop Contest (Free Stage) 6:00 4-H & FFA Rabbit Show (Sale Ring) 7:00 Bingo (Bingo Barn) 7:00 IMCA Southern Iowa Fair Special Races

8 July 16th – Thursday Evans United Shows – Wristband Hours 6-10pm - $20.00 Antique Tractors & Engine Display Laser Alley The Duck Races Kids Zone Kiddy Barnyard 8:00 4-H & FFA Beef Show 10:00 Children’s Cookie Decorating Contest (Free Stage) 1:00 – 3:00 Bible Quiz (Free Stage) 1:00 Bucket/Bottle Calf Show (To follow beef show) 2:00 Open Bucket Show 2:00 Horse Games Fun Show (Outdoor Arena) 6:00-7:00 Chamber BBQ & Bucket Auction (Pavilion) 6:00 Yarkosky & Company (Free Stage) 7:00 Bingo (Bingo Barn) 7:00 Ag Olympics (Pavilion) Registration – 7 to 7:30 games 7:30 – 9:30 7:00 Twin States Tractor Pull

July 17th – Friday VETERENS DAY – Any Veterans with credentials will get in to Figure 8 races for FREE Evans United Shows Antique Tractors & Engine Display Laser Alley The Duck Races Kids Zone Kiddy Barnyard 8:00 4-H & FFA Horse Show (Outdoor Arena) 9:30 Children’s Cookie Stacking Contest (Free Stage) 11:00 Children’s Bubble Gum Blowing Contest (Free Stage) 1:00 – 3:00 Bible Quiz 2:00 Livestock Judging Contest (Pavilion) 3:00 Feeder Pen Re-Weigh 4:00 Children’s Joke Telling Contest (Free Stage) 4:00 State Fair Exhibitor Meeting (4-H Building) 4:00 Livestock Re-Weigh for Auction 5:00 Supreme Showmanship Contest (Pavilion) 5:30 Veteran’s Parade 6:00 Releve Dance Studio (Free Stage) 7:00 Bingo (Bingo Barn) 7:00 Figure 8 Races (Grandstand)

9 July 18th - Saturday Evans United Shows – Wristband Hours 1 -5pm $20.00 & 6 -10pm $25.00 Antique Tractors & Engine Display Laser Alley The Duck Races Kids Zone Kiddy Barnyard 6:30 Buyers Breakfast 8:00 4-H & FFA Livestock Auction 9:00 Antique Tractor Pull (Infield) 9:00 Diaper Derby, Decorated Diaper Contest (Free Stage) 9:30 – 11:30 Mahaska County Farm Bureau Ag in the Classroom (West of Free Stage) 10:00 Lions Club Free Vision Screening (Free Stage) Ages 6 mnth – 4 yr 10:00 Open Horse Show (Outdoor Arena) 12:00 Kiddie Tractor Pull Check-in (Free Stage) 12:30 Kiddie Tractor Pull (Free Stage) 4:00 4-H Pet Show (Pavilion) 7:00 Bingo (Bingo Barn) 7:00 Mutton Busting, Rodeo & Fireworks - Grandstand

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July 19 – Sunday 6:00 AM Livestock Released 10:30 – 1:00 Non-Livestock Exhibits Released (4-H Bldg & Exhibit Hall) 12:30 Harness Races 1:00 Draft Horse Obstacle Course & Hen House Pull 8:00 Gospel Concert featuring “Garms Family” and “Joyful Noyz”

July 20th – Monday LIVESTOCK MUST BE GONE Exhibits must be gone by Noon.

8:30 – 10:30 Release of Open Class Projects Exhibit Hall & 4-H Building will be open from 10AM-Noon 1:00 Harness Races

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S.I.F. Night Life Monday, July 13th 6:00 SIF Queen Contest 7:30 – Bill Riley Talent Show 8:00 – 10:00 Lucas Beebe Band (Free Stage)

Tuesday, July 14th FAMILY DAY!!! **After 4pm every car that brings 1 non perishable food item parks for $1.00** OPENING NIGHT FOR EVANS UNITED SHOWS Wristband Hours: 6pm-10pm $20.00 6:00 – 10:00 FREE CONCERT Quarter Inch Jack & Phoenix

Wednesday, July 15th IMCA Races Featuring Modifieds, Hobby Stocks, Sport Modifieds, Stock Cars, & Sport Compacts Hot Laps: 7:00 Racing: 7:30 Sponsored By:

Friday, July 17th VETERANS DAY!!!

5:30 – Veterans Parade 7:00 – Figure 8 Races Sponsored by: Ottumwa Radio, TD Sitework, Bank Iowa, Cellar Peanut Pub, Stout Structure, Arnolds Motor Supply, EZ Sales & Service, Nutz Graphics, Mitisin Auto Sales, Howards Auto Repair Oskaloosa Quality Rental, Action Car Clinic, State Farm Insurance Kelli Steil, Certified Pest Control

Saturday, July 18th Mutton Bustin & Rodeo – Grandstand Registration – Starts: 5:00 Rodeo - 7:00 PM Night Ending with Fireworks!

Sunday July 19th 8:00pm – Gospel Concert FREE Admission Garms Family & Joyful Noyz Thursday, July 16th Evans Carnival Wristband Night 6pm – 10pm $20 7:00pm – Twin States Tractor Pull

Sunday and Monday July 19th & 20th 12:30 – Harness Races

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2015 Southern Iowa Fair Sponsors Platinum

Blue Ribbon

Musco Sports Lighting

Midwest One Bank Pro-Line Building Company Quilted Treasures VanMaanen Chemical

Grand Champion Allied Gas & Chemical Bank Iowa Channel Seed: Shawn VanEnglenhoven, Brad Lehman Jeff Owen, VanderWilt Seed Ear, Nose, & Throat Clinic of Iowa KBOE Pepsi

Reserve Champion Midwest Sanitation Ottumwa Radio Precision Yield Company Mike Appleget, Brian Thomas Titan Machinery

Purple Ribbon B&B Bedding IMexco, Inc JC Jons Lappin Tire Mahaska Communications Mahaska Drug Veenstra Trucking

Blue Ribbon Agriland FS Bates Funeral Chapel Beamont Seed Beck Hybrids - Adam Antolik Casey’s General Stores DFS – Oskaloosa Dennis & Karen Antolik Fremont Country Store Fremont Elevator Garland Van Arkel Funeral Home Haines Auto Supply Insurance Associates Klyn Tire Service Knoxville Livestock Auction Leighton Lumber Leighton Processed Meats Long Seed Treating Mahaska County Sheriff Posse Mahaska Rural Water

Red Ribbon Adams Construction Bruxvoort Tractor Champion Storage & Signs Doty Printing Doug’s 4 Wheelers Expressions Hair Studio Eddyville Lumber Fred’s Muffler Hunt & Associates Leading Edge Builders Leighton Insurance McGriffs of New Sharon McKim Tractor MiRanchito Oskaloosa Glass Oskaloosa Vision Overbergen Bros Trucking Rainbow Seed Robert Auld Investments Shrago & Sons South Central Diesel Stout Trucking Tru Bank VanGorp Used Cars VanUterecht Trucking Veldhuizen Cattle Wallys Sandblasting West End Car Wash

Friends of the Fair Advanced Concrete Clemons Curtis Williams Auction Debbie’s Celebration Barn Hinshaw Trailers International Ingredients Corp Kelderman’s Hobby Shack Moppe Shoppe Reflections Hair Studio Robs Barber Shop State Bank of Bussey Veldhuizen Chiropractic Wagon Wheels West

12 2015 CAMPING REGULATIONS Camping Superintendents – Andy Antolik /Bruce Veenstra/Adam Antolik The campground shall be under the supervision of the campground superintendents and the supervision of the Sheriff’s Posse. It shall be their duty to see that order is preserved.

Camping will be prohibited except in designated areas Camping will be reserved by numbered post.

Anyone camping in the campground areas must have a camping pass. Passes may be purchased at the Fair Office.

The camping fee shall be $140.00 for the duration of the Fair. You will receive one weekly parking pass. You may purchase additional weekly parking passes at the office for $12. If you wish to reserve the same spot you had last year, your money must be paid by the close of business on May 15, 2015. After your fee has been received you will be mailed your camping pass and one parking pass prior to the fair.

The Southern Iowa Fair Association will not be liable for any electric equipment or damage thereto because of variations in electrical current. No extra refrigerators, fans, etc. are to be plugged in outside of your camper.

The Southern Iowa Fair Association will not be liable for the theft of any article or the damage of any article by fire or any act of God. No minor will be allowed to stay overnight in the campground without adult supervision.

The Southern Iowa Fair Association reserves the right to remove anyone from the campground for any reason.

ABSOLUTELY NO CAMPERS will be allowed on the grounds before 6:00AM on Friday, July 10, 2015. IF YOUR CAMPER IS ON THE GROUNDS BEFORE THAT TIME YOU WILL BE CHARGED $40.00 REGARDLESS IF YOU ARE PLUGGED INTO ELECTRICITY OR NOT! If you see campers in the campground before Friday, they belong to the fair board members. If your camper is not on the grounds by noon on Monday, July 13, 2015, your campsite may be given to someone else. NO EXCEPTIONS. If your camper is still plugged into the electricity after July 19th, you will be charged $18 for each day it is plugged in.

Only one car/pickup will be allowed per campsite. All autos must be parked beside the tent or camper. Parking in the roadway is prohibited. Please be considerate of your neighbors!!!

Fast driving in the campground area is strictly prohibited!!!!

ALL CAMPING FEES ARE NONREFUNDABLE AFTER JUNE 19, 2015.

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FAIR OFFICIALLY OPENS MONDAY, JULY 13, 2015 GATE CHARGE IN EFFECT AT 8:00 a.m.

EXHIBITORS RULES ALL EXHIBITS ARE TO BE OPEN AND READY FOR BUSINESS BY 10:00 a.m.

GRANDSTAND & VARIED INSUTRY BUILDING RULES: 1) Open & ready for business Monday, July 13th, at 10:00 a.m.

2) Tear down time Saturday night after 8:00 p.m., July 18th or Sunday 12:00 – 3:00.

3) The EAST DOOR of the Grandstand and the SOUTH DOOR of the Varied Industry Building will be open to exhibitors ONLY one half hour before open to the public.

4) Awarding of trophies will be Saturday, July 18th MACHINERY: Set up is Saturday, July 11th. We would like as much as possible in place by 8:00 a.m.

Monday, July 13th.

EXHIBITORS RESTRICTIONS: Exhibitors must function from space assigned. NO ONE is permitted to roam the grounds soliciting orders for goods of any kind, donations for any cause, or distribution of food or literature.

EXHIBITORS AWARD: The plaque for best-decorated, neat and well-attended booth will be awarded Saturday.

RULES: We will give FIRST & SECOND place awards to best booth in Commercial and Non-Commercial division A COMMERCIAL EXHIBITOR IS: one that makes a living from their product from a place of business.

A NON-COMMERCIAL EXHIBITOR IS: one that is selling on a part time basis and does not use it as their full income. Selling from their home or flea market, etc.

JUDGES: There will be judges checking your booths throughout the day and evening, Monday, July 13th – Saturday, July 18th .

CONCESSIONS & PRIVILEGES: 1)

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The Concessionaires will carefully guard against extortion in any form practiced on the patrons of the fair. A violation of this rule is to cause the forfeiture of contract, money paid and expulsion from the grounds, as the superintendent or board may direct.

The Board authorized the letting of only such privileges as are required to supply the necessary wants of the people or that may add to their comfort, convenience, and pleasure, but under no circumstances will privileges of a questionable nature be let or any manner tolerated upon the grounds or in the buildings, nor will any privilege be sold or permitted where the business is conducted in other than legitimate and tradelike manner.

All concessions shall have posted in a conspicuous manner a sign showing the price to be charged for meals, lunches, drinks or other articles of food offered for sale.

No refund will be given if cancellation is not received before June 5, 2015.

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OPEN CLASS GENERAL RULES AND REGULATIONS: Exhibit Building is open 9:00 a.m. – 8:30 p.m.

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The Association will pay cash premiums as enumerated in this premium list, and we desire to encourage all worthy exhibits, and shall be glad to furnish space for all desirable exhibits. The Association reserves the right to postpone or carry the fair over one to two days following the fair date on account of rainy weather and all exhibits will be held until released by the secretary and any exhibit leaving unless released by the secretary will forfeit all premiums won.

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Exhibitors must see to the delivery of their exhibits, to the exhibit building on the fairgrounds. NO ITEMS THAT HAVE BEEN EXHIBITED AT THE SOUTHERN IOWA FAIR BEFORE WILL BE ACCEPTED IN OPEN CLASS. The Board of Directors and Superintendents will use all diligence to ensure the safety of stock and articles after their arrival but will not be responsible for any loss or damage that may occur. Exhibitors must ngive personal attention to the property and immediately preceding the close of the fair, take charge of the same.

4) NO EXHIBITOR IS TO MAKE COMMENT DURING THE JUDGING. If so, exhibits will be disqualified. Any questions may be presented at close of judging.

5) Persons interested directly in the premiums in any department must not act as a judge in that department. The Association will supply expert judges for each department as far as possible.

6) Exhibitors bringing or picking up exhibits on Sunday will not pay a parking fee and will be allowed to park in the area of the Exhibit Hall. On Monday after 8:00am you will be charged a parking fee. Monday & Saturday you will have to park in the regular parking lot. This applies to everyone.

7) Office personnel will pay premiums for Open Class exhibits, in the exhibit building on Sunday, July 19 from 10:30 – 1:00 p.m. or Monday, July 20 from 8:30-10:30 a.m., at the time you pick up your exhibit.

8) Certificates of Registry must be furnished if demanded of animals exhibited.

9) ALL PREMIUM CHECKS NOT CASHED WITHIN 30 DAYS OF THE DATEON THE CHECK WILL BE FORFEITED TO THE FAIR ASSOCIATION ANDWILL BE STAMPED TO THIS EFFECT. SUPERINTENDENTS: Superintendents shall have full charge of their department, being responsible to the Secretary and the Fair board. Each superintendent is expected to be on the grounds each day of the fair, to attend to the reception and arrangement of articles or animals to be exhibited in his or her division and to exercise great care in preserving and returning entry books, as soon as entry of awards are in them, and upon no other authority can warrants be drawn for premiums. No classes may be written into the entry books. In order to receive premium money, entries must have been printed in the catalogue.

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JUDGING SCHEDULE – OPEN CLASS EXHIBITS Monday, July 13, 2015 Quilts……………………………………………………. . . . . . . . . . .…11:00 Culinary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . .11:00 Needlecraft . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1:00 Holidays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2:00 Fine Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . 2:00

Tuesday, July 14, 2015 Family History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10:00 Care Centers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10:30 Hobbies…………………………………………………………………….11:00 Floriculture/Horticulture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . .11:30 Jr. Arts & Crafts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1:00

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DIVISION I JUNIOR ARTS Superintendents …………Paulette Williams, Connie Stout, Anna Nikkel Exhibit Hall Opens at 9:00 a.m. & Closes at 8:30 p.m.

Exhibitors bringing or picking up exhibits on Sunday will not pay a parking fee and will be allowed to park in the area of the Exhibit Hall.

On Monday after 8:00 am you will be charged a parking fee. Monday & Saturday you will have to park in the regular parking lot. This applies to everyone.

Judging: Tuesday, July 14, 2015 – 1:00 pm No Entry Fee for this class.

RULES 1. Entries will be received; 4:00 – 6:00 pm Sunday July 12th - in the Exhibit Hall, 8:00 - 10:00 a.m. Monday July 13, 2015 in the Exhibit Hall.

These entries DO NOT have to be entered prior to this date ABSOLUTELY NO ENTRIES ACCEPTED AFTER THIS TIME. 2. All exhibits must have been completed since September 1, 2014.

3. All Exhibitors are considered as being in the grade just completed.

4. Limit of ONE ENTRY PER ENTRY NUMBER, such as 1 a, 1 b, and 1 c, with a limit of 6 entries overall. Child will be given a number by the Superintendent in the Exhibit Hall.

5. All pictures need to be mounted on card stock, poster board or matted.

6. Premiums: First, second and third – money, Pink Ribbon – honorable mention and a Best of Show in each class. A Best of Show Ribbon will be awarded at the Judge’s discretion.

7. Exhibits will be released from 10:30 am – 1:00 pm Sunday, July 19th or 8:30 am to 10:30 am. Monday, July 20th . Your premium money will be with the Superintendent in the Exhibit Hall.

ABSOLUTELY NO EARLY RELEASES. 8. Premiums awarded: First Place - $1.00 Second Place - $.50 Third Place - $.25 *COPYRIGHT LAW* **No copying cartoon characters or “logos”. You will be disqualified** ALL CHILDREN MAY ENTER ANY OF THE CATAGORIES LISTED, BUT ARE LIMITED TO 6 ENTRIES PER CHILD

17 CLASS P.S PRESCHOOL – 4 & 5 YR. OLDS (MUST BE 4 BY JAN. 1, 2015) CLASS A KINDERGARTEN CLASS B FIRST & SECOND GRADES CLASS C THIRD & FOURTH GRADES CLASS D FIFTH & SIXTH GRADES CLASS E SEVENTH & EIGHTH GRADES CLASS SP (SPECIAL NEEDS) ENTRY # 1. 3-D Paper Construction 2. Bird Feeder 3. Bird Houses – Any Media 4. Christmas Themed 5. Clay Pieces a. Molded; b. Hand Built 6. Clothes Pin Art 7. Collage – Any media 8. Computer Art 9. Construction Blocks (NOT LEGOS) 10. Copper Etching 11. Corn Husk Items 12. Craft Sticks 13. Crayon Art 14. Crayon Resist A. Resist B. Batik 15. Decoupage 16. Design – Any Media 17. Dioramas (Shoe Box 3-D) 18. Dolls – Any Media 19. Dough Art 20. Drawings a. Chalk e. Craypas b. Charcoal f. Ink c. Colored Pencil g. Magic Marker d. Crayon h. Lead Pencil 21. Duct Tape 22. Flower Pot Art

18 23. Foam Art 24. Foil Pictures 25. Free Hand – Scrap or Paper Cuttin 26. Free Hand Enlarging 27. Fuse Beading 28. Glass Etching 30. Holiday Themed 31. Homemade Candles 32. Homemade Hair Accessories 33. Homemade Jewelry 34. Homemade Key Chain 35. Homemade Stuffed Item 36. Leaf Painting 37. Leather Craft 38. Lego Art – 12x12 Base (No larger) MUST BE IN CONTAINER 39. Macaroni Art 40. Macramé 41. Magnets 42. Match Stick Art 43. Metal Relief 44. Metal Work 45. Mobile 46. Models – Assembled by child only Must be in container no to exceed 2” larger than item a. Airplane b. Boat c. Car d. Truck e. Other than mentioned 47. Mosaic – Any Style 48. Nature Arrangement 49. Nature Art 50. Origami 51. Painting a. Acrylic b. Finger paint c. Oil Pastels d. Tempra e. Watercolors 52. Painted Apparel a. Pillow b. T-Shirts c. Other 53. Painted Wood Craft

19 54. Paper Flowers a. Cardboard – Example – Egg carton b. Paper c. Plastic d. Shell e. Tissue 55. Paper Mache 56. Perspective 57. Photography a. Animal b. People c. Scenery d. Sports 58. Placemats 59. Plastic grip 60. Plastic Molding 61. Posters (No larger than 16 x 20) a. Acrylic b. Crayon c. Magic Marker d. Mixed Media e. Pencil 62. Pot Holder 63. Quilting 64. Recycled Items a. Cardboard b. Marbles c. Metal d. Paper e. Plastic f. Other 65. Sand or Salt Art a. 3-D art b. Flat ( on paper) c. Sandpaper Art 66. Scrapbook Page 67. Scratch Art 68. Shrink art 69. Soap Carving 70. Stained Glass 71. Stamp Art 72. Stencil Art 73. Stepping Stone 74. Stitchery 75. String Art 76. Suncatchers 77. Tissue Art 78. Toothpick Art 79. Wall Hanging

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80. Weaving a. Paper b. Yarn c. Other 81. Wire sculpture 82. Writing (Paragraph of 5 sentences) a. Cursive b. Manuscript 83. Wood Burning 84. Wood Carving 85. Wood Project 86. Yard Art 87. Yarn Art 88. Yarn Pictures 89. Other Then Mentioned

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21 DIVISION II CULINARY Superintendent…………………Martha McGlothlen, Deon Marsh Exhibit Hall Opens at 9:00 a.m. and Closes at 8:30 p.m.

Exhibitors bringing or picking up exhibits on Sunday will not pay a parking fee and will be allowed to park in the area of the Exhibit Hall. On Monday after 8:00am you will be charged a parking fee. Monday & Saturday you will have to park in the regular parking lot. This applies to everyone.

Judging: Monday, July 13, 2015 - 11:00 am Entry Fee 25% of the First Place Premium (Such as $2.00 = $.50 $5.00 = $1.25) RULES: 1. Entries at the Fair Office prior to the Fair Sunday, July 12 4:00 – 6:00 pm at the Exhibit Hall Monday, July 13 8:00 – 10:00 am at the Exhibit Hall NO ENTRIES ACCEPTED AFTER THIS TIME Entry fee is $.50 per item unless noted.

You must get an exhibitor number at the front table before taking your items to the Division they will be entered in. You will need a separate Sheet for each Division you enter items.

2. Exhibitor may pick up baked goods as soon as all food items have been judged, not before judging is over. Only a portion of the baked items will be retained for exhibition. NOTE: Any baked item not picked up by 8:00 pm July 18th will be disposed of.

3. Limit of one entry in each entry number. Identical items cannot be entered in two different classes. Entries must have been prepared since last years fair.

4. Entry tag is to be placed on the OUTSIDE of each container.

5. Only one Best of Show Ribbon will be awarded per Division at the Judge’s discretion.

6. All baked goods are to be in ZIP LOCK BAGS. 7. NO mixes are to be used unless altered to make a different product such as cookies from a cake mix, etc.

8. All canned goods, including Jams & Jellies are to be properly sealed with the screw bands left on the jars. All canned items must have a card attached with the following information: a. Method of Preservation b. Processing Time c. Date Processed d. List of Ingredients

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Jars may be opened for judging.

NO PANS. Cakes are to be baked in an 8”x8” pan and placed upon cardboard. (Unless a different size is warranted, angel food etc.) NO 9”x13” Cakes.

Yeast Breads are to be baked in 9 ¼” x 5 ½” pans.

YEAST BREADS IN 7 3/8” X 3 5/8” PANS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. (Bread Machines) All entries need to be on HEAVY paper plates or heavy cardboard if needed. For cakes, cardboard is not to exceed 1” larger than the item. (White plates show off foods the best) A card with the list of ingredients MUST be attached to ALL items. Entries not having this card WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. No frostings, glazes, or drizzles will be allowed on ANY baked goods except on the ugly cake and decorated cake/cupcakes entries.

Entries using uncooked eggs or cream cheese will NOT be accepted. Cream Cheese mints will be accepted if there is at least 1-cup sugar to 8oz cream cheese.

Younger exhibitor classes 21, 22, will be judged first.

A break in the judging will take place at the judges request

Entries to be released Sunday July 19th from 10:30 am 1:00 pm or Monday, July 20th from 8:30 – 10:30 am. Premium money will be with the office personnel in Exhibit Hall. Absolutely NO early releases.

Premiums: First Place - $2.00 Second Place - $1.50 Classes 4 & 5: First Place - $5.00 Second Place - $3.50

CLASS 1 BREAD WITH YEAST Please specify what brand of yeast was used.

ENTRY # 1. White Bread 5. Cinnamon Rolls – 4 2. Whole Wheat Bread 6. Oatmeal Bread 3. Buns – 4 7. Any Not Mentioned 4. Pan Rolls – 4

23 CLASS 2 BREADS – NO YEAST Pan size 9 1/4 x 5 1/2 “ or size recipe recommends ENTRY # 8. Nut Bread 13. Cornbread 9. Banana Bread 14. Muffins – 4 10. Oatmeal Bread 15. Biscuits – 4 11. Pumpkin Bread 16. Any Not Mentioned 12. Zucchini Bread CLASS 3 CAKES – NO FROSTING ENTRY # 17. Angel Food 18. Applesauce 19. Yellow Chiffon 20. White

21. Chocolate 22. Cupcakes – 4 23. Any Not Mentioned

CLASS 4 UGLY CAKE Premiums: First $5.00 Second $3.50 ENTRY # 24. Edible

25. Non Edible

CLASS 5 DECORATED CAKES - AMATEURS / PROFESSIONALS Designate on entry tag “A” for amateur or “P” for professional (will not be judged against each other) Entry fee $ 1.25 Premiums: First $5.00 Second $3.50 To be left during the Fair. Will be judged for looks only.

May be made on cardboard, except for the cupcakes.

ENTRY # 26. Novelty Cake 27. Cupcakes (alike or different – minimum of 4) 28. Any Not Mentioned

24 CLASS 6 PASTRY Entries must be exhibited on aluminum foil pie plate except misc. pastry NO SOFT PIES ACCEPTED – LIST VARIETY OF FRUIT IF POSSIBLE ENTRY # 29. Baked Pie Shell 30. Apple 31. Cherry 32. Peach 33. Rhubarb

34. Any Berry 35. One Crust Pie 36. Any Pie Not Mentioned 37. Miscellaneous Pastry – 4 pcs.

CLASS – 7 BARS AND BROWNIES No Frosting. Please have 4 to a plate.

ENTRY # 38. Chocolate 39. Blonde

40. Any Not Mentioned CLASS – 8 COOKIES Please have 4 to a plate.

ENTRY # 41. Sugar 42. Ice box 43. Peanut Butter 44. Chocolate Drop 45. Chocolate Chip

46. Oatmeal 47. Ginger 48. Assorted Party (3 each–9 total) 49. Any Not Mentioned

CLASS – 9 CANDY Please have 4 pieces to a plate.

ENTRY # 50. Chocolate Fudge 51. Popcorn Balls – 3 52. Carmel Corn (3 cups in plastic bag) 53. Divinity (no nuts)

54. Peanut Brittle 55. Mints 56. Any Not Mentioned

25 CLASS – 10 SNACK FOODS Either 2 cups in bag or 4 to a plate ENTRY # 57. Snack Mix 58. Cereal Bar

59. Any Not Mentioned CLASS – 11 SUGAR FREE

ENTRY # 60. Bread With Yeast 61. Bread No Yeast 62. Cake (No frosting) 63. One Crust Pie (NO SOFT) 64. Two Crust Pie 65. Miscellaneous Pastry

66. Cookies 67. Candies 68. Jelly 69. Jam 70. Preserves & Butters 71. Bars & Brownies

CLASS – 12 DEHYDRATED 1 cup ENTRY # 72. Fruit 73. Vegetables

74. Any Not Mentioned CLASS – 13 JELLIES Jars may be opened and tasted.

ENTRY # 75. Apple 76. Blackberry 77. Grape (ripe only)

78. Strawberry 79. Any Not Mentioned (2 Allowed)

CLASS – 14 JAMS Jars may be opened and tasted.

ENTRY # 80. Apple 81. Blackberry 82. Grape (ripe only)

83. Strawberry 84. Any Not Mentioned (2 Allowed)

26 CLASS – 15 PRESERVES AND BUTTERS Jars may be opened and tasted.

ENTRY # 85. Blackberry 86. Cherry 87. Peach 88. Raspberry

89. Tomato 90. Apple Butter 91. Any Not Mentioned (2 Allowed) CLASS – 16 CANNED FRUITS

ENTRY # 92. Apples 93. Applesauce 94. Apricots 95. Blackberries 96. Cherries (sour) 97. Gooseberries 98. Peaches

99. Pears 100. Raspberry 101. Mixed 102. Juice 103. Any Not Mentioned CLASS – 17 CANNED VEGETABLES

ENTRY # 104. Carrots 105. Corn 106. Peas 107. String Beans 108. Shelled Beans

109. Tomatoes 110. Kraut 111. Beets 112. Juice 113. Any Not Mentioned

CLASS – 18 PICKLES AND CATSUP Jars may be opened and tasted.

ENTRY # 114. Beets 115. Bread & Butter Pickles 116. Sweet Pickles 117. Chili Sauce 118. Onions 119. Piccalilli 120. Salsa

121. Tomato Catsup 122. Dills 123. Zucchini 124. Watermelon 125. Pickle Relish 126. Any Not Mentioned

27 CLASS – 19 MEATS ENTRY # 127. Beef 128. Venison

129. Chicken 130. Any Not Mentioned CLASS – 20 HONEY 3 Jars

ENTRY # 131. White Extracted Honey 134. Dark Amber Extracted Honey 132. Light Amber Extracted Honey 135. Plastic Bears 133. Amber Extracted Honey 136. Any Not Mentioned CLASS – 21 GIRLS & BOYS: 5 – 8 YEARS OF AGE State age on entry tag.

ENTRY # 1. – 136. Any Entries Previously Listed CLASS – 22 GIRLS & BOYS: 9 - 12 YEARS OF AGE State age on entry tag.

ENTRY # 1. – 136. Any Entries Previously Listed.

CLASS – 23 GIRLS & BOYS: 13 – 18 YEARS OF AGE State age on entry tag ENTRY # 1.– 136. Any Entries Previously Listed CLASS – 24 SPECIAL NEEDS State age on entry tag ENTRY # 1.- 136. Any Entries Previously Listed

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DIVISION III QUILTS & NEEDLECRAFT Exhibit Hall Opens at 9:00 a.m. & Closes at 8:30 p.m.

Exhibitors bringing or picking up exhibits on Sunday will not pay a parking fee and will be allowed to park in the area of the Exhibit Hall. On Monday after 8:00 am you will be charged a parking fee. Monday & Saturday you will have to park in the regular parking lot. This applies to everyone.

RULES 1. Entries at Fair Office prior to Fair Sunday, July 12 4:00 – 6:00 pm at the Exhibit Hall Monday, July 13 8:00 – 10:00 am at the Exhibit Hall NO ENTRIES ACCEPTED AFTER THIS TIME Entry fee is $.50 per item.

You must get an exhibitor number at the front table before taking your items to the Division they will be entered in. You will need a separate sheet for each Division you enter items.

2. Any articles previously exhibited at the Southern Iowa Fair will not be shown or judged, if positive proof is shown. This rule will be enforced. If proof is found, ALL premium money will be withheld.

3. Entries must have regulation entry tags.

4. Each article entered must be the work of the exhibitor and shown in clean and neat condition. We reserve the right not to judge a dirty article.

5. Exhibitors are limited to one entry in each entry number, but as many classes as you wish. Identical items cannot be entered in two different classes.

6. All articles and garments must have an entry tag secured to it.

7. Any nametags on articles or garments must be covered.

8. One Best of Show ribbon will be awarded at the Judge’s discretion.

9 . Entries will be released Sunday, July 19th from 10:30 am – 1:00 pm or Monday, July 20th from 8:30 – 10:30 am.

Premium money will be with office personnel in the Exhibit Hall.

Absolutely NO early releases.

Premiums: First Place - $2.00 Second Place - $1.50

QUILTS Superintendents…………………………………Portia Figland, Barbara Johnson Judging: Monday, July 13 , 2015 – 11:00 am Entry Fee 25% of the First Place Premium Definition: A quilt is a fabric sandwich (3 layers) held together with tying, hand or machine quilting stitches. The same individual, with the exception of entries for team and group quilts, must do piecing and quilting.

29 Perimeter is the measurement around the outside edge of the quilt.

All items must be finished List the name of the quilt if known.

CLASS 1 BED SIZE QUILT (total perimeter of 300 inches or more) – MACHINE QUILTED. DONE ENTIRELY BY ONE INDIVIDUAL ENTRY # 1. Appliquéd 6. Memory 2. Hand Embroidered 7. My First Quilt 3. Machine Embroidered 8. Novelty 4. Mixed Technique (2 or more: pieced, 9. Scrap (more than 20 fabrics) appliquéd, embroidery, etc.)

10 Any Not Mentioned 5. Pieced CLASS 2 BED SIZE QUILT (total perimeter of 300 inches or more) – HAND QUILTED DONE ENTIRELY BY ONE INDIVIDUAL ENTRY # 11. Appliquéd 12. Hand Embroidered 13. Machine Embroidered 14. Mixed Technique (2 or more: pieced, appliquéd, embroidery, etc.)

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CLASS 3 BED SIZE TEAM OR GROUP QUILT (total perimeter of 300 inches or more) – MACHINE QUILTED Please provide names of others who have done any part of the quilt on the back of the entry tag or on a card attached to the quilt.

ENTRY # 21. Appliquéd 28. Scrap (more than 20 fabrics) 22. Block Exchange Quilt 29. My First Quilt 23. Hand Embroidered 30. Any Not Mentioned 24. Machine Embroidered 25. Found and finished (quilt blocks/top “found” and finished for you or someone else 26 Pieced 27. Mixed Technique (2 or more: pieced, appliquéd, embroidered, etc.)

30 CLASS 4 BED SIZE TEAM OR GROUP QUILT (total perimeter of 300 inches or more) – HAND QUILTED Please provide names of others who have done any part of the quilt on the back of the entry tag or on a card attached to the quilt.

ENTRY # 31. Appliquéd 37. Mixed Technique (2 or more: 32. Block Exchange Quilt pieced, appliquéd, embroidered, etc 33. Hand Embroidered 38. Scrap (more than 20 fabrics) 34. Machine Embroidered 39. My First Quilt 35 Pieced 40. Any Not Mentioned 36. Found and finished (quilt blocks/tops “found and finished for yourself or someone else.

CLASS 5 WALL QUILT (total perimeter less than 300 inches) Can be machine or hand quilted Done entirely by one individual: ENTRY # 41. Appliquéd 46.

42. Memory 47.

43. Mixed Technique (2 or more: pieced 48. appliquéd, embroidered, etc.)

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44. Hand Embroidered 45. Machine Embroidered

Pieced-less than 36” per all sides Pieced-more than 36” per all sides My First Wall Quilt Any Not Mentioned

CLASS 6 LAP/YOUTH QUILTS (total perimeter less than 300 inches) Can be machine or hand quilted Done entirely by one individual

ENTRY # 50. Appliquéd 51. Mixed technique (2 or more: pieced, appliquéd, embroidered, etc.)

52. Pieced 53. Scrap (more than 20 fabrics)

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My First Quilt Memory Hand Embroidered Machine Embroidered Any Not Mentioned

CLASS 7 BABY/CRIB QUILTS Can be machine or hand quilted Done entirely by one individual ENTRY # 59. Appliquéd 60. Mixed technique (2 or more: pieced, appliquéd, embroidered, etc.)

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My First Quilt Hand Embroidered Machine Embroidered Any Not Mentioned

31 CLASS 8 OTHER QUILTED ITEMS Can be machine or hand quilted

Done entirely by one individual ENTRY# 66. Miniature Quilt (less than 20” per side) 67. Novelty Quilt 68. T-Shirt Quilt

69. Art Quilt 70. Any Not Mentioned

CLASS 9 WALL QUILT Team or Group Can be machine or hand quilted Please provide names of others who have done any part of the quilt on the back of the entry tag or on a card attached to the quilt.

ENTRY # 71. Appliquéd 72. Memory 73. Mixed Technique (2 or more: pieced appliquéd, embroidered, etc.)

74. Hand Embroidered 75. Machine Embroidered

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Pieced-less than 36” per all sides Pieced-more than 36” per all sides My First Wall Quilt Any Not Mentioned

CLASS 10 LAP/YOUTH QUILTS (total perimeter less than 300 inches) Team or Group Can be machine or hand quilted Please provide names of others who have done any part of the quilt on the back of the entry tag or on a card attached to the quilt.

ENTRY # 80. Appliquéd 81. Mixed technique (2 or more: pieced appliquéd, embroidered, etc.)

82. Pieced 83. Scrap (more than 20 fabrics)

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CLASS 11 BABY/CRIB QUILTS Team or Group Can be machine or hand quilted Please provide names of others who have done any part of the quilt on the back of the entry tag or on a card attached to the quilt.

ENTRY # 89. Appliquéd 90. Mixed technique (2 or more: pieced appliquéd, embroidered, etc.)

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CLASS 12 OTHER QUILTED ITEMS Team or Group Can be machine or hand quilted Please provide names of others who have done any part of the quilt on the back of the entry tag or on a card attached to the quilt.

ENTRY# 96. Miniature Quilt (less than 20” per side) 97 . Novelty Quilt 98. T-Shirt Quilt

99. Art Quilt 100. Any Not Mentioned

CLASS 13 TIED COMFORTER ENTRY # 101. Bed Size (total perimeter 300 inches or more) 102. Lap/Youth Size (total perimeter less than 300 inches)

103. Baby/Crib Size 104. Any Not Mentioned

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DIVISION III A NEEDLECRAFT Superintendents………………………Ruth Branderhorst, Linda Van Donselaar Judging: Monday, July 13, 2015 – 1:00 pm Entry Fee 25% of the First Place Premium CLASS 14 SMALL HOME FURNISHING ENTRY # 1. Potholders – Set of 2 a. Quilted b . Crocheted c. Appliqué

d. Knitted e. Pieced f. Any Not Mentioned

2. Coasters a. Quilted b. Crocheted c. Appliqué

d. Knitted e. Pieced f. Any Not Mentioned

3. Table Runner a. Quilted b. Crocheted c. Appliqué

d. Knitted e. Pieced f. Any Not Mentioned

4. Place Mat a. Quilted b. Crocheted c. Appliqué

d. Knitted e. Pieced f. Any Not Mentioned

5. Rugs a. Braided b, Crochet

c. Woven d. Any Not Mentioned

6. Any Item Not Mentioned a. Quilted b. Crocheted c. Appliqué

d. Knitted e. Pieced f. Any Not Mentioned

34 CLASS 15 SEWING/QUILTED ENTRY # 7. Baby Clothing a. Quilted b. Sewn 8.Girls Clothing a. Quilted b. Sewn 9. Boys Clothing

10. Ladies Clothing a. Quilted b. Sewn 11. Men’s clothing 12. Pillowcases 13. Any Not Mentioned CLASS 16 MISCELLANEOUS

ENTRY # 14. Child’s Activity Book 15. Child’s Toy 16. Printed Cross Stitch a. Small b. Large 17. Aprons 18. Handkerchief

19. Doll a. Handmade Doll b. Doll Clothes c. Doll Blanket 20. Animal 21. Any Not Mentioned

CLASS 17 EMBROIDERY OR APPLIQUED ENTRY # 22 .Tea Towels (2) a. Embroidered b. Appliqué 23. Needlepoint 24. Printed Cross Stitch Item 25. Appliquéd Wall hanging a. Machine Stitch b. Hand Sewn 26. Decorated Sweatshirt or T-Shirt 27. Embroidered Picture – Framed a. Larger than 8”x10” b. Smaller than 8”x10” 28. Pillow Cases 29. Patchwork Item 30. Embroidered Shirt a. Sweatshirt b. T-Shirt c. Jacket d. Vest

31. Quilt (Judged only on embroidery) a. Smaller than 45x60 inches b. Larger 46x61 inches 32. Appliquéd Clothing a. Machine Sewn b. Hand Sewn 33. Appliqued Household Item a .Machine Stitch b. Hand Sewn 34. Machine Embroidered a. Caps b. Picture c. Quilt Block d. Clothing Item e. Towel f. Any Not Mentioned 35. Any Not Mentioned

35 CLASS 18 CROCHET Centerpiece is 14”in diameter and over. Doily is 14” in diameter and under.

ENTRY # 36. Afghan 45. Centerpiece a. Large - greater than 45” a. Colored Thread b. Small – 44” and under b. White Thread 37. Baby Afghan 46. Doily 38. Wall Hanging a. Colored Thread 39. Tablecloth b. White Thread 40. Decoration 47. Baby/Infant Wear 41. Pillow Cases with Edging 48. Children’s Wear 42. Handkerchief with Edging 49. Lady’s Wear 43. Hot Pan Holders 50. Men’s Wear a. Practical & Safe 51 House Slippers b. Novelty 52. Any Not Mentioned 44. Cap, Scarf & Mitten Set CLASS 19 KNITTING ENTRY # 53. Afghan a. Large – greater than 45” b. Small – 44” and under 54. Mittens a. Children’s b. Adult’s 55. Slippers a. Children’s b. Adult’s 56. Cap, Scarf Set a. Children’s b. Adult’s

57. Loom Knitting 58. Machine Knitted a. Sweater b. Vest c. Afghan 59. Baby/Infant Wear 60. Children’s Wear 61. Lady’s Wear 62. Men’s Wear 63. Doll Clothes 64. Any Not Mentioned

CLASS 20 PLASTIC GRID ENTRY # 65. Box Cover 66. Coasters 67. Door Decoration

68. Novelty Item 69. Any Not Mentioned

36 CLASS 21 PURSES / TOTES Entry # 70. Purse a. Quilted b. Sewn c. Crocheted d. Small Formal Bag 71. Tote Bag (smaller than 12 x 12) a. Quilted b. Sewn c. Crocheted 72. Tote Bag (larger than 12 x 12) a. Quilted b. Sewn c. Crocheted 73. Diaper Bag a. Quilted b. Sewn c. Crocheted

e. Knitted f. Made From Something Else (Jeans etc.) g. Any Not mentioned d. Knitted e. Made From Something Else (Jeans etc.) f.. Any Not mentioned d. Knitted e. Made From Something Else (Jeans etc.) f. Any Not mentioned d. Knitted e. Made From Something Else (Jeans etc.) f.. Any Not mentioned

CLASS 22 TATTING ENTRY # 74. Book Mark 75. Doily 76. Handkerchief

77. Pillow Case Edge 78. Any Not Mentioned

CLASS 23 COUNTED CROSS STITCH Small – Under 12” Large – Over 12” ENTRY # 79. Wall Hanging (unframed tapestry or other large. flat object) a. Large 83. Sampler b. Small a. Large 80. Pillow Cases b. Small 81. Afghan 84. Jar Lids 82. Article of Clothing 85. Any Not Mentioned

37 CLASS 24 COUNTED CROSS STITCH PICTURES (Picture size not including frame) ENTRY # 86. Outside Scene a. Larger than 8” X 10” b 8” x 10” or Smaller 87. Interior Scene a. Larger than 8” x 10” b. 8” x 10” or Smaller 88. Animals and Birds a. Larger than 8” x 10” b. 8” x 10” or Smaller 89. Precious Moments a. Larger than 8” x 10” b. 8” x 10” or Smaller

90. Original Design a. Larger than 8” x 10” b. 8” x 10” or Smaller 91. Sampler a. Larger than 8” x 10” b. 8” x 10” or Smaller 92. Other Not Listed a. Larger than 8” x 10” b. 8” x 10” or Smaller

CLASS 25 PILLOWS ENTRY # 93. Appliquéd 94. Quilted 95. Patchwork 96. Folded Star 97. Counted Cross Stitch

98. Crocheted 99. Knitted 100. Stamped or Painted 101. Any Not Mentioned

CLASS 26 SERGER SEWING (100%) ENTRY # 102. Baby/Infant Wear 103. Children’s Wear

104. Adult Wear 105. Any Not Mentioned

CLASS 27 PAINTED OR STAMPED ITEM ENTRY # 106. T – Shirt 107. Sweat Shirt 108. Jackets 109. Sneakers

110. Picture a. Large b. Small 111. Any Not Mentioned

38 CLASS 28 WORK OF GIRLS/BOYS Ages: 5 – 8 Years Please list age on Entry Sheet ENTRY # Any Items Previously Listed

CLASS 29 WORK OF GIRLS/BOYS Ages: 9-12 Years Please list age on Entry Sheet ENTRY # Any Items Previously Listed CLASS 30 WORK OF GIRLS/BOYS Ages: 13 – 17 Years Please list age on Entry Sheet Entry # Any Items Previously Listed CLASS 31 WORK OF SPECIAL NEEDS Please list age on Entry Sheet Entry # Any Items Previously Listed

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DIVISION IV HOBBIES Superintendents………………………………………Beth Stout, Linda Bonnett Exhibit Hall Opens at 9:00 a.m. & Closes at 8:30 p.m.

Exhibitors bringing or picking up exhibits on Sunday will not pay a parking fee and will be allowed to park in the area of the Exhibit Hall. On Monday after 8:00 am you will be charged a parking fee. Monday & Saturday you will have to park in the regular parking lot. This applies to everyone.

Judging: Tuesday, July 14 , 2015 – 11:00 am Entry Fee 25% of the First Place Premium RULES 1. Entries at Fair office prior to Fair: Sunday, July 12, 4:00 – 6:00 pm at the Exhibit Hall Monday, July 13, 8:00 – 10:00 am at the Exhibit Hall NO ENTRIES ACCEPTED AFTER THIS TIME Entry fee is $.50 per item.

You must get an exhibitor number at the front table before taking your items to the Division they will be entered in. You will need a separate sheet for each Division you enter items.

2. No entry will be accepted if not entered on official entry tags.

3. Each article must be the work of the exhibitor and shown in a clean and neat condition.

4. Each exhibitor is limited to one entry in each entry number. (example: Class 3 one entry in a, one entry in b, etc.)

5. One Best of Show ribbon will be awarded at the Judges discretion.

6. Any article that comes in a set or grouping will be accepted.

7. Any article previously exhibited at the Southern Iowa Fair will not be accepted.

8. Classes # 24 through #29, WILL BE JUDGED FIRST 9. Exhibits will be released from 10:30am – 1:00 pm Sunday, July 19th or Monday 8:30- 10:30 am. Premium Money will be with Office Personnel in the Exhibit Hall. Absolutely NO early releases.

10. Premiums: First Place - $2.00 Second - $1.50 CLASS 1 CERAMICS ENTRY # 1. Stains 2. Under glaze 3. Porcelain 4. Groupings (3 or more items coordinated) 5. Holidays – other than Christmas

6. Glazes 7. Over Glaze 8. Suede 9. Other Than Mentioned

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CLASS 2 WALL HANGINGS ENTRY # 10. MacramĂŠ 11. Plaques Mosaic 12. Needle Punch 13. Fabric 14. Plaques

15. Plaques Plaster 16. Latch Hook 17. Wood (original pieced wood design) 18. Other Than Mentioned

CLASS 3 POTTERY ENTRY # 19. Ceramics (poured slip) 20. Ceramics (wheel & hand built- original design) a. Earthenware e. Glazes b. Porcelain f. Stains c. Stoneware g. Design (3 entries allowed) d. Raku h. Other Than Mentioned

CLASS 4 DOLLS ENTRY # 21. Crocheted 22. Fabric 23. Constructed

24. Heritage (pillowcase) 25. Other Than Mentioned CLASS 5 FABRIC

ENTRY # 26. Fabric Frames 27. Fabric Boxes

28. Wreaths 29. Other Than Mentioned CLASS 6 FLOWER CRAFT

ENTRY # 30. Silk 31. Beaded 32. Fiber

33. Artificial Arrangement 34. Other Than Mentioned

41 CLASS 7 JEWERLY ENTRY # 35. Beads 36. Paper 37. Fabric

38. Kits 39. Other Than Mentioned CLASS 8 METAL CRAFT

ENTRY # 40. Tin Can Craft 41. Metal Tooling 42. Copper 43. Tin Punching

44. Leaded Stained Glass Kits 45. Leaded Stained Glass Originals 46. Liquid Lead Glass 47. Other Than Mentioned CLASS 9 SCULPTURE

ENTRY # 48. Metal 49. Wire 50. Clay 51. Rosin

52. Plastic 53. Dough Art 54. Other Than Mentioned CLASS 10 STENCILING

ENTRY # 55. Fabric Items 56. Wood 57. Tin 58. Crockery

59. Glass 60. Holidays (No Christmas) 61. Other Than Mentioned CLASS 11 SCRAPBOOKING

ENTRY # 63. Scrapbook – 1 page (place in plastic sleeve) a. Animals e. b. Birthday f. c. Fair h. d. Family i.

64. Cards (1 per entry) a. Birthday c. b. Get Well 65. Albums a. Regular – 8 ½ x 11 or larger c. b. Mini – 8 ½ x 11 or smaller d.

Scenery School Sports Other Than Mentioned Other Than Mentioned Theme Other Than Mentioned

42 CLASS 12 WEAVING ENTRY# 66. Baskets 67. Wall Decorations

68. Wheat 69. Other Than Mentioned CLASS 13 NATURE

ENTRY # 70. Seeds 71. Weed Arrangements

72. Wreaths 73. Other Than Mentioned CLASS 14 REFINISHING

ENTRY # 74. Large Item (over 10 inches long) 75. Small Item (under 10 inches long)

76. Miniatures (under 4 inches) 77. Other Than Mentioned

CLASS 15 WOODWORKING / WOOD CARVING ENTRY # 78. Large Item (over 10 inches long) 79. Small Item (under 10 inches long) 80. Miniature Item (under 4 inches long)

81. Grouping (3 or more pieces) 82. Other Than Mentioned

CLASS 16 MODELS

Model must be put together by the person entering ENTRY # 83. Plastics (1/24th –1/25th scale) 84. Die Cast (1/24th – 1/25th scale) 85. Snap 86. Ships, Planes or Trains

87. Scratch Built 88. Miniatures (1/43rd – 1/160th scale) 89. Other Than Mentioned (includes Pinewood Derby) CLASS 17 DIORAMAS

ENTRY# 90. Plastic Model Kit Used 91. Die Cast Model Kit Used 92. Pre Made Model May be Used

93. Grouping (2 or more of 93, 94, 95, used) 94. Scratch Built Everything 95. Other Than Mentioned

43 CLASS 18 DECORATED ITEMS ENTRY # 96. Baskets 97. Kitchen Items 98. Eggs

99. Dolls 100. Other Than Mentioned CLASS 19 COLLECTIBLES

ENTRY# 101. Large Item (over 10 inches long) 102. Small Item (under 10 inches long) 103. Miniature Item (under 4 inches long)

104. Grouping 105. Other Than Mentioned

CLASS 20 RECYCLED ITEMS ENTRY # 106. Large Item (over 10 inches) 107. Small Item (under 10 inches) 108. Miniature Item (under 4 inches)

109. Fabric 110. Other Than Mentioned

CLASS 21 RESTORED (SMALL) ENTRY # 111. Metal 112. Wood

113. Plastic 114. Other Than Mentioned CLASS 22 STAMP ART

ENTRY # 115. Paper 116. Fabric

117. Other Than Mentioned CLASS 23 PLASTER CRAFT

ENTRY # 118. Painted 119. Sculptured

120. Other Than Mentioned CLASS 24 YARD ART

Entry # 121.Wood 122. Metal 123. Clay

124. Ceramic 125. Other Than Mentioned

44 CLASS 25 WORK OF CHILDREN – 5 TO 8 YEARS OLD Please State Age on Entry Tag Any Items In Any Class Above CLASS 26 WORK OF CHILDREN – 9 – 12 YEARS OLD Please State Age on Entry Tag Any Items In Any Class Above CLASS 27 WORK OF TEENS – 13 TO 19 YEARS OLD Please State Age on Entry Tag Any Items In Any Class Above CLASS 28 SPECIAL NEEDS Please State Age on Entry Tag Any Items In Any Class Above

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DIVISION V HOLIDAYS Superintendents…………………………………… Virginia Pierson, Laura Hol Exhibit Hall Opens at 9:00 a.m. & Closes at 8:30 p.m.

Exhibitors bringing or picking up exhibits on Sunday will not pay a parking fee and will be allowed to park in the area of the Exhibit Hall. On Monday after 8:00 am you will be charged a parking fee. Monday & Saturday you will have to park in the regular parking lot. This applies to everyone.

Judging: Monday, July 13, 2015 – 2:00 pm Entry Fee 25% of the First Place Premium RULES 1. Entries at Fair Office prior to the Fair.

Sunday, July 12th, 4:00 – 6:00 pm at the Exhibit Hall Monday, July 13th, 8:00 – 10:00 am at the Exhibit Hall NO ENTRIES ACCEPTED AFTER THIS TIME Entry fee is $.50 per item.

You must get an exhibitor number at the front table before taking your items to the Division they will be entered in.

2. No entry will be accepted if not entered on official entry tags.

Each exhibitor is limited to one entry in each entry number (example one in Class 1 a., one in Class 1 b, etc. Identical items cannot be entered in two different classes.

3. Only one Best of Show Ribbon will be awarded per Division at the Judges discretion.

4. Any article previously exhibited at Southern Iowa Fair will not be accepted.

5. Entries will be released Sunday from 10:30am – 1:00 pm or Monday from 8:30 – 10:30am.

6. Absolutely NO early releases. Premium money will be with Office Personnel in the Exhibit Hall 7. Premiums: First Place - $2.00 Second - $1.50 Each Item Must Use One Of The Following Categories: A. Valentine’s Day E. Halloween B. St. Patrick’s Day F. Thanksgiving C. Easter G. Christmas D. 4th of July H. Other Than Mentioned (Example: A crocheted heart could be entered as – Division V; Class A-1; Entry # 8. A crocheted flag could be entered as – Division V; Class D-1; Entry # 1.)

Not all Entry #’s will apply to each Holiday.

46 CLASS 1 CROCHETING ENTRY 1. Wall Hanging (Unframed tapestry or other large flat object) 2. Pillow 3. Table Cover 4. Afghan 5. Doily

6. Picture (framed) 7. Stocking 8. Tree Ornament 9. Tree Skirt 10. Other Than Mentioned

CLASS 2 KNITTING ENTRY # 11. Pillow 12. Afghan 13. Stocking 14. Hat

15. Tree Ornament 16. Tree Skirt 17. Other Than Mentioned CLASS 3 EMBROIDERY

ENTRY # 18. Wall Hanging (Unframed tapestry or large flat object) a, Larger than 8x10” 23. Picture (Framed) b. Smaller than 8x10” 24. Liquid-tube (painted) 19. Pillow 25. Machine 20. Table Cover 26. Original Design 21. Tree Ornament 27. Stocking 22. Tree Skirt 28. Other Than Mentioned CLASS 4 CROSS STITCH ENTRY # 29. Wall Hanging (Unframed tapestry or large flat object) a. Larger Than 8 x 10 33. Original b. Smaller Than 8 x 10 34. Stocking 30. Pillow 35. Tree Ornament 31. Table Cover 36. Tree Skirt 32. Picture (framed) 37. Other Than Mentioned

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ENTRY # 38. Wall Hanging (Unframed tapestry or large flat object) a. Larger Than 8 x 10 42. Stocking b. Smaller Than 8 x 10 43. Tree Ornament 39. Pillow 44. Tree skirt 40. Table Cover 45. Original 41. Picture (framed) 46. Other Than Mentioned CLASS 6 PLASTIC GRID ENTRY # 47. Tree Ornament 48. Table Doily 49. Stocking 50. Door hanger 51. Coasters 52. Tote Bag

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Scene Box Cover Placemat Wall Hanging Centerpiece Other Than Mentioned

CLASS 7 APPLIQUE ENTRY # 59. Tree Ornament 60. Table Piece

61. Stocking 62. Other Than Mentioned CLASS 8 QUILTS OR QUILTED ITEMS

ENTRY # 63. Pieced 64. AppliquĂŠ 65. Machine Quilted 66. Tied Quilts 67. Wall Hanging 68. Pillow

69. Table Cover 70. Stocking 71. Tree Ornament 72. Tree Skirt 73. Other Than Mentioned CLASS 9 TOLE PAINTING

ENTRY # 74. Wood Item 75. Tin Ware Item 76. Crockery Item

77. Tree Ornament 78. Other Than Mentioned

48 CLASS 10 STAMP ART ENTRY # 79. Winter Scenes 80. Religious 81. Cards 82. Gift Tags

83. Tree Decorations 84. Decorations 85. Other Than Mentioned CLASS 11 PAPER CREATIONS

86.Tree Ornament 87.Wrapped Gift Box 88.Table Favor

89. Hand Crafted Card 90. Other Than Mentioned

CLASS 12 SCRAPBOOK PAGE (INCLUDING PICTURES) ENTRY # 91. 8 ½” x 11” 92. 12” x 12” 93. 6” x 6”

94. 12” x 15” 95. 8” x 8” 96. Other Than Mentioned CLASS 13 FABRIC

ENTRY # 97. Fabric Boxes 98. Table Cover 99. Tree Ornament 100. Baskets 101. Aprons 102. Stuffed Animal 103. Bottle Cover 104. Gift Bag

105. Tree Skirt 106. Stocking 107. Wall Hanging 108. Potholders 109. Purses 110. Casserole Cover 111 Sewn Item 112. Other Than Mentioned CLASS 14 PINE CONE ITEMS (other than wreath)

ENTRY # 113. Building 114. Doll 115. Tree Ornament

116. Scene 117. Other Than Mentioned

49 CLASS 15 WREATH, SWAG OR CENTERPIECE ENTRY # 118. Pine Cone 119. Evergreen (real or artificial) 120. Fabric 121. Vine

122. Straw 123. Dried Floral 124. Lighted 125. Other Than Mentioned CLASS 16 TREES

ENTRY # 126. Fabric 127. Ceramic 128. Lighted Trees

129. Vine 130. Pine Cone 131. Other Than Mentioned CLASS 17 FELT

ENTRY # 132. Stocking 133. Tree Ornament

134. Centerpiece 135. Other Than Mentioned

CLASS 18 BEAD WORK ENTRY # 136. Tree Ornament

137. Other Than Mentioned

CLASS 19 WOOD ITEM ENTRY # 138. Large over 14” 139. Small 13” and under 140. Scene

141. Wood Burning 142. Other Than Mentioned

CLASS 20 CERAMIC ENTRY # 143. Scene 144. Figures 145. Dishes 146. Lighted Item

147. Tree Ornament 148. Centerpiece 149. Other Than Mentioned

50 CLASS 21 STYROFOAM CRAFT ENTRY # 150. Figures 151. Tree Ornament

152. Scene 153. Other Than Mentioned

CLASS 22 RECYCLED ITEM ENTRY # 154. Tree Ornament 155. Scene 156. Figures

157. Centerpiece 158. Other Than Mentioned

CLASS 23 DUCT TAPE ENTRY # 159. Flower 160. Wallet 161. Purse 162. Hair Accessory

163. Clothing 164. Decorative (No Clothing) 165.Jewelry 166. Other than Mentioned

CLASS 24 OTHER THAN MENTIONED TENIQUE ENTRY # 167. Wall Hanging 168. Centerpiece

169. Tree Ornament 170. Other than mentioned

CLASS 25 WORK OF CHILDREN: AGE 5 – 8 YEARS Please State Age on Entry Tag ENTRY # Any Item In Any Class Mentioned Above

CLASS 26 WORK OF CHILDREN: AGE 9 – 12 YEARS Please State Age on Entry Tag ENTRY # Any Item In Any Class Mentioned Above

51 CLASS 27 WORK OF TEENS: AGE 13 – 17 YEARS Please State Age on Entry Tag ENTRY# Any Item In Any Class Mentioned Above CLASS 28 SPECIAL NEEDS Please State Age on Entry Tag ENTRY # Any Item In Any Class Mentioned Above

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Division VI Care Facilities

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First Place, Second Place, Third Place and Honorable Mention Ribbons will be awarded.

A Best of Show Ribbon will be awarded at the discretion of the Judge along with $10 to the Care Center’s Activity Fund.

Group displays are welcome. They will be judged as a group.

Items will not be displayed until after judging.

The Activity Directors of the Care Centers have the responsibility for bringing and picking up the entries.

The entries are to be in place in the Exhibit Hall on Tuesday, July 14th between 8:00 – 10:00 a.m.

Entries will be released between 10:30 – 1:00 on Sunday July 19th, or 8:30 – 10:30 Monday July 20th.

No entry fee or pre-registration is required. Tag with the Care Centers name must be on each item.

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DIVISION VII FINE ARTS Superintendents………………………………………………..Tammy Sparks Exhibit Hall Opens at 9:00 a.m. & Closes at 8:30 p.m.

Exhibitors bringing or picking up exhibits on Sunday will not pay a parking fee and will be allowed to park in the area of the Exhibit hall. On Monday after 8:00 am you will be charged a parking fee. Monday & Saturday you will have to park in the regular parking lot. This applies to everyone.

Judging: Monday, July13, 2015 – 2:00 pm Entry Fee 25% of the First Place Premium RULES 1. Entries at Fair Office prior to Fair.

Sunday, July 12, 4:00 – 6:00 pm at the Exhibit Hall Monday, July 13, 8:00 – 10:00 am at the Exhibit Hall NO ENTRIES ACCEPTED AFTER THIS TIME Entry fee is $.50 per item You must get an exhibitor number at the front table before taking your items to the Division they will be entered in. You will need a separate sheet for each Division you enter items.

2. All articles entered for premiums must NEVER have been entered in the Southern Iowa Fair before. All work must be original, no kits or molds.

Pictures must have been taken in the past 5 years.

3. Exhibitors are limited to 1 entry in each number, but as many classes as you wish. The Judge has the right to disqualify one.

4. No work will be accepted unless professionally prepared by the exhibitor for display.

5. Watercolors and prints must be framed UNDER PLEXIGLASS ONLY – NO GLASS. Oil and acrylics must be framed with wires for proper hanging. No glued on hangers will be accepted. No string with tape fasteners.

6. If a picture not equipped with a hanging wire, it will not be judged.

7. All pictures that are not framed do not require a hanger of any kind, but must be mounted on Poster Board or matted. (they will be hung with binder clips) If they are framed they must have a hanging wire.

8. The name and address of the exhibitor and title of the work must be firmly affixed on the back of each exhibit.

Affix entry tag to the bottom right corner of the back.

9. All paintings or exhibits must be hand painted. Work must have been done entirely by the exhibitor.

10. Any professional exhibitor must exhibit in the professional class only.

11. All work will be judged on originality of subject, quality and handling the materials used, graphic appeal, and overall pictorial representation.

12. We will not be responsible in case of breakage.

54 13. No talking to the Judge is allowed during Judging.

14. One Best of Show ribbon will be awarded at the discretion of the Judge.

15. Entries will be released Sunday, July 19th, from 10:30am – 1:00 pm or Monday, July 20th from 8:30 – 10:30. Premium money will be with Office Personnel in the Exhibit Hall. Absolutely NO early releases.

Premiums: First Place - $2.00

Second - $1.50

CLASS 1 PICTURES MUST BE TAKEN SINCE JULY, 2009 PHOTOGRAPHY (BLACK & WHITE) - 5x7 or larger MUST BE MOUNTED ON POSTER BOARD, OR MATTED (If your picture is framed, it must have a wire hanger. All other pictures will be hung with binder clips.)

ENTRY # 1. Sports 2. People 3. Animals/Bugs 4. Still Life 5. Picture series mounted together on poster board. Example – same boat. a. 4 Pictures b. More Than 4 6. Flowers/Plant

7. Scenes 8. Scene at the Fair 9. Collage - 4 or more pictures 10. Landscape 11. Other Than Mentioned

CLASS 2 PICTURES MUST BE TAKEN SINCE JULY, 2009 PHOTOGRAPHY (COLOR) - 5 x 7 or larger MUST BE MOUNTED ON POSTER BOARD, OR MATTED (If your picture is framed, it must have a wire hanger. All other pictures will be hung with binder clips.)

ENTRY # 12. Sports 13. People 14. Animals/Bugs 15. Still Life 16. Picture series mounted together on poster board. Example – same boat. a. 4 Pictures b. More Than 4 17. Flowers/Plant

18. Scenes 19. Scene at the Fair 20. Collage - 4 or more pictures 21. Landscape 22. Other Than Mentioned

55 CLASS 3 PICTURES MUST BE TAKEN SINCE JULY, 2009 PHOTOGRAPHY DIGITAL CAMERA PICTURE (BLACK & WHITE) - 5x7 or larger MUST BE MOUNTED ON POSTER BOARD, OR MATTED (If your picture is framed, it must have a wire hanger. All other pictures will be hung with binder clips.)

ENTRY # 23. Sports 24. People 25. Animals/Bugs 26. Still Life 27. Picture series mounted together on poster board. Example – same boat. a. 4 Pictures b. More Than 4 28. Flowers/Plant

29. Scenes 30. Scene at the Fair 31. Collage – 4 or more pictures 32. Altered 33. Landscape 34. Other Than Mentioned

CLASS 4 PICTURES MUST BE TAKEN SINCE JULY, 2009 PHOTAGRAPHY DIGITAL CAMERA PICTURE (COLOR) – 5x7 or larger MUST BE MOUNTED ON POSTER BOARD, OR MATTED (If your picture is framed, it must have a wire hanger. All other pictures will be hung with binder clips.)

ENTRY # 35. Sports 36. People 37. Animals/Bugs 38. Still Life 39. Picture series mounted together on poster board. Example – same boat. a. 4 Pictures b. More Than 4 40. Flowers/Plant

41. Scenes 42. Scene at the Fair 43. Collage – 4 or more pictures 44. Altered 45. Landscape 46. Other Than Mentioned

CLASS 5 OIL MUST BE MOUNTED ON POSTER BOARD, OR MATTED ENTRY # 47. Landscapes 51. Portraits and Figures 48. Seascapes 52. Modern Art 49. Animals and Birds 53. Flowers/Plant 50. Still Life 54. Other Than Mentioned

56 CLASS 6 WATERCOLOR MUST BE MOUNTED ON POSTERBOARD OR MATTED (See Rule #6) ENTRY # 55. Landscapes 56. Seascapes 57. Animals and Birds 58. Still Life

59. Portraits and Figures 60. Modern Art 61. Flowers/Plant 62. Other Than Mentioned CLASS 7

ACRYLICS MUST BE MOUNTED ON POSTERBOARD OR MATTED (See Rule #6) ENTRY # 63. Landscapes 67. Portraits and Figures 64. Seascapes 68. Modern Art 65. Animals and Birds 69. Flowers/Plant 66. Still Life 70. Other Than Mentioned CLASS 8 PASTELS MUST BE MOUNTED ON POSTERBOARD OR MATTED (See Rule #6) ENTRY # 71. Landscapes 75. Portraits and Figures 72. Seascapes 76. Modern Art 73. Animals and Birds 77. Flowers/Plants 74. Still Life 78 .Other Than Mentioned CLASS 9 PEN, PENCIL & INK MUST BE MOUNTED ON POSTERBOARD OR MATTED ENTRY # 79. Landscapes 83. Portraits and Figures 80. Seascapes 84. Modern Art 81. Animals and Birds 85. Flowers/Plants 82. Still Life 86. Other Than Mentioned

57 CLASS 10 CHARCOAL & CRAYON MUST BE MOUNTED ON POSTERBOARD OR MATTED 87. Landscapes 91. Portraits and Figures 88. Seascapes 92. Modern Art 89. Animals and Birds 93. Flowers/Plants 90. Still Life 94. Other Than Mentioned CLASS 11 TEMPERA MUST BE MOUNTED ON POSTERBOARD OR MATTED ENTRY # 95. Landscapes 96. Seascapes 97. Animals and Birds 98. Still Life

99. Portraits and Figures 100. Modern Art 101. Flowers/Plants 102. Other Than Mentioned CLASS 12

MIXED MEDIA MUST BE MOUNTED ON POSTERBOARD OR MATTED ENTRY # 103. Landscapes 104. Seascapes 105. Animals and Birds 106. Still Life

107. Portraits and Figures 108. Modern Art 109. Flowers/Plants 110. Other Than Mentioned

CLASS 13 METHOD PAINTING MUST BE MOUNTED ON POSTERBOARD OR MATTED Method Painting is the result of the use of an instructional book, which gives the artist assistance with color mixing, color placement, composition, etc., whether the picture was copied in part or in whole. This category also includes paintings resulting from classroom instruction.

ENTRY # 111. Landscapes 112. Seascapes 113. Animals and Birds 114. Still Life

115. Portraits and Figures 116. Flowers/Plants 117. Other Than Mentioned

58 CLASS 14 PAINTED METAL ART Any Media ENTRY # 118. Large 14” and up

119. Small 13” and under

CLASS 15 PHOTO ALBUMS Non-Professional ENTRY # 120. Family / People a. Regular b. Mini 121. Vacations a. Regular b. Mini 122. Holidays a. Regular b. Mini 123. Other Than Mentioned a. Regular b. Mini

c. Themed d. Other Than Mentioned c. Themed d. Other Than Mentioned c. Themed d. Other Than Mentioned c. Themed d. Other Than Mentioned

CLASS 16 WORK OF STUDENTS: AGES 5 – 8 YEARS Please State Age on Entry Tag ENTRY # Any Item In Any Class Above

CLASS 17 WORK OF STUDENTS: AGE 9-12 YEARS Please State Age on Entry Tag ENTRY # Any Item In Any Class Above

59 CLASS 18 WORK OF STUDENTS: 13-18 YEARS Please State Age on Entry Tag ENTRY# Any Item In Any Class Above CLASS 19 SPECIAL NEEDS Please State Age on Entry Tag ENTRY# Any Item In Any Class Above

CLASS 20 WORK OF PROFESSIONALS ENTRY # Any Item In Any Class Above

60 DIVISION VIII FLORICULTURE & HORTICULTURE Superintendent………….Master Gardeners: Eileen Blom, Cindy McNulty, Lindsay Maxwell, Marlene Maxwell, Lois Harris, Mary Bower, Jan Palmer, Ken Broadway Exhibit Hall Opens at 9:00 a.m. & closes at 8:30 p.m.

Judging: Tuesday, July 14, 2015 – 11:30 a.m.

Entry Fee 25% of the First Place Premium (Such as $2.00 = $.50 $5.00 = $1.25) Exhibitors bringing or picking up exhibits on Sunday will not pay a parking fee and will be allowed to park in the area of the Exhibit Hall. On Monday after 8:00 am you will be charged a parking fee. Monday & Saturday you will have to park in the regular parking lot. This applies to everyone.

Rules: 1. No entry forms accepted in the Fair office. No early entry necessary.

Entries will be accepted in the Exhibit Hall on Tuesday, July 14, 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Judging begins promptly at 11:30 a.m.

2. Exhibitors are limited to one entry in each number. Example: #29 Daisies, you may enter one in A. one in B, and one in C. 3. You must have your own entry list filled out. One can be obtained from the Fair Office.

4. All specimens must have been grown by the exhibitor. If there is positive proof that the exhibitor is at fault, All of their premium money from each department will be withheld.

5. Floriculture Exhibits will exhibit in clear glass container; colored glass will not be accepted, sized for specimen in class exhibited. Please add rocks or marbles for weight, so they will not blow over. Horticulture Exhibits must be on paper plates.

6. The decision of the Judge is final.

7. Each entry must be checked by an authorized person before judging. There is always someone to help you if you have questions.

8. Premiums designated by ribbons, Blue and Red. A Best of Show Ribbon will be awarded at the discretion of the Judge for Adult and Youth Divisions.

Master Gardeners will be giving our outstanding exhibitor ribbons also – no premium.

9. If there is any spoilage, the Superintendents have the right to dispose of the exhibit.

10. The entry will be disqualified if not entered in the correct entry number, once judging begins.

11. Please name specimen if possible, on entry tag.

12. Artistic Division Rules will be listed in Class 7.

13. Classes #1 thru #11 and Class #15 are for persons 19 years and older.

14. Classes #12 thru #14 are for youth 5 thru 18 years of age.

15. Exhibits will be released from 10:30 – 1:00 pm Sunday, July 19th or 8:30 – 10:30am Monday, July 20th. Premium Money will be with Office Personnel in the Exhibit Hall. Absolutely NO early releases.

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16. Premiums: First Place - $2.00 Second - $1.50 (for all classes except Class #6 and Class #7). Class #6 & #7 Premium: First Place $5.00 Second Place $2.50 17. Roses will be judged first, then vegetable baskets.

The following are NOT permitted in flower shows: Noxious weeds, natural bird’s nests, stuffed birds, butterflies, or other insects, Fish, birds, or animals, or cut fruit or vegetables. Also wild bird feathers (except those for which there is a hunting season in Iowa) Are not permitted.

Primary Noxious Weeds: Buckthorn Bull Thistle Canada Thistle Field Bindweed Hoary Cress Horse Nettle Leafy Spurge Musk Thistle Perennial Sow Thistle Quack Grass Russian Knapweed Tall Thistle Secondary Noxious Weeds: Buckhorn Plantain Wild Sunflower Poison Hemlock Red Sorrel Smooth Dock Teasel Wild Carrot (Queen Anne’s Lace) Explanation: Bloom – Full Bloom Stalk – 1 stem Stem – Stalk

Cocklebur Curly Dock Puncture Vine Velvet Leaf Wild Mustard

Spike – (such as Glad) Spray – (bud & blooms – branch)

62 CLASS 1 ANNUALS ( Items must be grown by exhibitor) (Please add rocks or marbles to stabilize) ENTRY# 1. African Daisy – 3 stems 2. Ageratum – 3 sprays, A. Blue, B. Purple, C. Other 3. Bachelor Buttons – 3 stems 4.Balsam – 3 Stems 5. Bells of Ireland – 2 Stems 6. Fountain Grass – 3 Stems 7. Calendula – 3 Blooms 8. Celosia A. Plume-2 stems 1. Red 2. Yellow B. Crested- 1 stem 3.Orange 4. Other 9. Cleome – Spider Flower – 1 Stem A. Pink B. Purple C. White 10. Coleus – 3 Stems 11. Cosmos – 3 Sprays 12. Dahlia A. Small- 3 blooms under 2” B. Med – 1 bloom 2” – 6” C. Large – 1 bloom over 6” 13. Dianthus – (pinks) 3 bloom 14. Everlasting Flowers – 5 Stems 15. Ganzania – 3 Blooms 16. Galdiolus A. Large – 1 Spike 1. Pink 2. White 3. Red 4. Purple 5. Yellow 6. By-Color B. Miniature – 1 Spike 17. Lantana – 3 Stems 18. Marigold A. French – 1 Spray (with leaves) B. Small Double – 1 spray (with leaves) 19. Nasturtium – 3 Blooms 20. Pansy – 3 Blooms 21. Petunia (Single) A. White – 1 Spray B. Variegated – 1 Spray C. Any Color – 1 Spray

22. Petunia (double A. White – 1 Spray B. Variegated – 1 Spray C. Pink – 1 Spray D. Purple – 1 Spray 23. Salvia A. Red – 1 Stem B. Any Color – 1 Stem C. Purple – 1 Stem 24. Snapdragons A. Tall – 3 Spike B. Bush Type – 3 Spike 25. Torenia – wishbone-1 spray 26. Zinnia A. Small, under 1.5”-3 blooms 1. Red 2. Pink 3. Purple 4. White B. Large – 3 Blooms 5. Yellow 6. Varied 7. Green 27. Sunflower A. Large – 1 Stem 1. Yellow 2. Any 3. Largest Head B. Small – 1 Stem 1. Yellow 2. Any other 28. Impatients – 1 spray A. Single B. Double 29. Verbena – 3 Spray 30. Collection of any 6 – each named 31. Any other not mentioned A. Small – 3 specimen B. Large – 1 Specimen

63 CLASS 2 PERENNIALS (Must be named) (Exhibitor must grow items) (please add rocks or marbles to stabilize) ENTRY# 32. Achillea Yarrow) – 3 sprays A. Pink B. White C. Purple D. Red E. Gray F. Salmon 33. Black Eyed Susan –.

Rudbeckia –3 blooms 34. Chrysanthemums A. Daisy Type – 1 spray B. Cushion – 1 spray C. Old Fashioned Hardy – 1 spray 35. Coneflower – 3 stems A. Purple B. White C. Yellow D. Green E. Orange F. Red G. Other 36. Daisy – 1 stem A. Gloriosa – Individual stock B. Shasta – individual stock C. Gerbera – 1 stem 37. Delphinium – Larkspur – 1 st 38. Gaillardia – 2 stems 39. Hollyhock – 1 stalk 40. Liatris – Blazing Star – 1 spike 41. Lilies A. Day Lilies – 1 stem 1.Yellow 2. Red 3. White 4.Peach 5. Pink 6. Gold 7. Orange 8. Purple 9. Spider 10. Bi-color B. Small Bloom 3” or less, 1 stem C. Tiger lily – 1 stem

42. Lilies (Hybrid) A.Oriental – 1 stem 1.White 2.Pink 3.Yellow 4.Other B. Trumpet – 1 stem 1.White 2.Pink 3.Yellow 4.Other 43. Ornamental grasses – 5 stems, (tie in bunch) 44. Phlox – 1 stem A. White B. Pink C. Orchid D. Red 45. Russian Sage – 3 stems 46. Scabiosa (Pincushion) 3 stems 47. Any other not mentioned above A. Large specimen – 1 stem B. Small specimen – 3 stems 48. Collection of 6 – each named

CLASS 3 SHRUBS (Must be named) Must be Blooming ENTRY# 49. Buddleia (Butterfly Bush) 1 Spray A. Pink B. Purple C. White 50. Hardy Hibiscus – 1 Bloom A. White B. Red C. Pink 51. Re bloom Lilac – 1 stem

52. Hydrangea – 1 stem A. White B. Pink C. Red D. Blue 53. Rose of Sharon – 1 stem A. Orchid B. White C. Pink

64 CLASS 3 ROSES ENTRY# 54. Hybrid Tea – 1 stem 57. Climbing Rose – Shrub Rose A. White – Old Garden – 1 stem B. Yellow A. White C. Orange B. Yellow D. Pink C. Pink E. Red 58. Knock Out Roses – 1 stem F. Red Blend A. Pink G. Mauve B. Red H. Any color not listed C. Other 55. Floribundas – multi-bloom on 1 stem 59. Buck Roses – 1 stem A. White A. Red B. Apricot B .Pink C. Orange C. Yellow D. Pink D. Any other color E. Red 60. Smoke Bush – 1 stem F. Any other not listed 61. Viburnum Bush – 1 stem 56. Miniature Roses, multi bloom on one stem A. White C. Pink B. Yellow D. Red E. Any other color not listed Class 4 CONTAINER GROWN PLANTS Plant must have been in the possession of the exhibitor for 2 months.

One plant to a container.

Must be named ENTRY# 62. African Violet 68. Gerbera Daisy A Blue 69. Herbs B. Pink A. Basil C. Variegated B. Oregano 63. Begonia C. Any Other A. Blooming 70. Impatients B. Foliage A. Super Elfin C. Tuberous B. New Guinea 64. Bougainvillea C. Regular 65. Cactus 71. Jade A. Small (5” pot or under) 72. Sansevieria B. Large (6” pot or larger) A. Green 66. Succulent B. Variegate A. Small (5” pot or under) C. Dwarf B. Large (6” pot or larger) 73. Lantana 67. Geraniums – (must be blooming) 74. Mandevilla A. Red 75. Rubber Plant B. Pink 76. Unusual – must be named C. White 77. Any other not mentioned above D. Other A. Small B. Large

65 CLASS 5 BASKETS & POTS (Must be named) ENTRY# 78. Hanging Baskets A. Small Blooming B Large Blooming C. Small non Blooming D. Large non Blooming

79 .Pots A. Small Blooming B. Large Blooming C. Small non Blooming D. Large non Blooming CLASS 6

CONTAINER GARDENS Collection of assorted plants grown in combination pots. (must be named) Premiums: First Place $5.00 Second Place $2.50 ENTRY# 80. Container Gardens A. Common Annual Flowers B. Green Foliage C. Herbs D. Tropicals E. “Beauty of the Leaves” a collection of assorted plants.

CLASS 7 ARTISTIC DIVISION FLOWER ARRANGEMENTS Premium: First Place $5.00 Second Place $2.50 RULES 1. No age restriction or residency requirements.

2. Artistic entry must be done by the exhibitor. Flowers, dried, treated and plant materials need NOT be Grown by the exhibitor. NO noxious weeds allowed.

3. Be sure to mark your containers and accessories on the bottom.

Superintendents and/or Fair are not responsible in case of theft or breakage.

4. A minimum amount of painting permitted on dried or treated materials.

5. NO flags in any arrangement please.

ENTRY# 81. Lunch Box 82. Vanilla Pearl 83. Hummingbird Delight 84. Cotton Candy 85. Tropical Triangles 86. Raspberry Pizazz

66 CLASS 8 Master Gardeners Buckets of Flowers Buckets planted for display at the Southern Iowa Fair should be brought to the Exhibit Hall on Sunday, July 13th from 4:00 - 6:00. Please attach a card to your bucket with your name, the words "Master Gardener," and a list of the plants in the bucket.

They will be judged for Most Colorful, Most Unique, and Best Use of Plants.

Winners will be announced and then posted at the Horticulture Open Class Booth.

After judging, the buckets will be placed around the fair grounds. The location of the buckets will be posted at the Horticulture Open class Booth.

Master Gardeners will water the buckets daily. Buckets should be picked up Saturday night after 8:00 or Sunday. To ensure getting your buckets back, it must be picked up at these times.

Ribbons will be awarded by the Master Gardeners. No premiums for this class.

CLASS 9 VEGETABLES IN A BASKET (Items must be grown by exhibitor) MUST BE NAMED No Flowers ENTRY# 87. Vegetables in a Basket (9 or more) A. Small

B. Small

CLASS 10 VEGETABLES (Items must be grown by exhibitor) (must be on a paper plate) ENTRY# 88. Beans 96. Peppers – 3 Specimens, Named A. Green – 6 specimens A. Banana B. Yellow – 6 specimens B. Bell 89. Beets – 5 specimens C. Jalapeno 90. Broccoli – 1 head D. Any Other 91. Cabbage E. Display of 3 diff varieties A. Small – 1 head 2 of each, named B. Large – 1 head 97. Potatoes – 3 Specimans C. Red A. Red 92. Carrots – 5 specimens B. White 93. Cucumbers C. Yellow A. less than 5” (for pickling) 3 specimens B. over 5” (for slicing) 3 specimens 98. Squash – 1 Specimen 94. Okra – 3 specimens A. Acorn 95. Onions – 3 specimens B. Butternut A. Red C. Zucchini B.White D. Spaghetti C. Yellow E. Other

67 99. Sweet Corn – 3 ears A. Yellow B. White C. Other 100. Tomatoes – 3 specimens Remove Stems from All A. Red – Small B. Red – Large C. Yellow – Large D. Cherry E. Any Other F. 3 Varieties – 2 of each, named

101. Any other not named above A. Small – 3 Specimens B. Large – 1 Specimen 102. First Year Exhibitor, 1 tomato, 1 pepper, Two other vegetables on a plate, NAMED 103. Jumbo Vegetable – 1 Specimen A. Tomato B. Squash 104. Ugly Vegetable – 1 Specimen A. Small B. Large

CLASS 11 FRUIT DISPLAY ON PAPER PLATE Must be Ripe ENTRY# 105. Apples – 4 specimens 106. Blackberries – 6 specimens 107. Blue Berries – 6 specimens

108. Raspberries – 6 specimens 109. Other than named

CLASS 12 HEIRLOOM ENTRY# Any item, any class, named JUNIOR DIVISION CLASS 13 Children 5 – 12 years ENTRY# Any Item mentioned CLASS 14 Children 13 – 18 years ENTRY# Any Item mentioned CLASS 15 Developmental Disabled Ages: 5 – 18 years ENTRY# Any Item mentioned CLASS 16 Developmental Disabled Age: 19 Years and over ENTRY# Any Item mentioned

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DIVISION IX FAMILY HISTORY Superintendent ………………………………………. Kathy Virgil Exhibit Hall Opens at 9:00 a.m. & Closes at 8:30 p.m.

Exhibitors bringing or picking up exhibits on Sunday will not pay a parking fee and will be allowed to park in the area of the Exhibit hall. On Monday after 8:00 am you will be charged a parking fee. Monday & Saturday you will have to park in the regular parking lot. This applies to everyone.

Judging: Tuesday, July 14, 2015 – 10:00 am Entry Fee 25% of the First Place Premium RULES 1. Entries at Fair Office prior to Fair.

Sunday, July 12, 4:00 – 6:00 pm at the Exhibit Hall Monday, July 13, 8:00 – 10:00 am at the Exhibit Hall NO ENTRIES ACCEPTED AFTER THIS TIME Entry fee is $.50 per item.

You must get an exhibitor number at the front table before taking your items to the Division they will be entered in. You will need a separate sheet for each Division you enter items.

2. No more than one entry per entry number (example: Class 1, you may have one entry in #1, #2, #3, etc.) Identical items cannot be entered in two different classes.

3. All entries must be of a genealogical nature. Each entry should be accompanied by 3x5 sized card description explaining its family connection to the exhibitor, and how it has helped the exhibitor understand and appreciate his/her family history.

4 . Both the ITEM and the DESCRIPTION will be considered when judging.

5. Superintendents reserve the right to refuse or reclassify any exhibit.

6. Diligence will be used to insure the safety of articles after their arrival and placement, but in no case will the management be responsible for any loss or damage that may occur.

7. The Junior Division, Classes 7 & 8, may only be entered by persons of the ages listed below.

8. NO entry may have been previously exhibited at the Southern Iowa Fair.

9 . Copies of photos, documents or research material are accepted.

10. All framed items and all posters should be very sturdy, framed or matted ready for hanging with a wire hanger attached. The exhibit will be refused if it is not equipped with a very strong hanger. We will not be responsible for breakage.

11. One Best of Show ribbon will be awarded at the Judges discretion.

12. Exhibits will be released Sunday from 10:30 am - 1:00 pm and Monday from 8:30 – 10:30 am. Your premium money will be with office personnel in the Exhibit Hall. All entries must be picked up at this time.

Absolutely NO early releases.

13.

Premiums: First Place $2.00 Second Place $ 1.50 CLASS 1

69 PHOTOGRAPHS & PORTRAITS ENTRY # 1. Ancestral Portrait or Photo (1 or 2 persons) 2. Family Group Picture (more than 2 persons) 3. Wedding Photo 4. 4 or more Generation Photo (in one picture) 5. Ancestral Home or Farmstead Picture 6. School, Church or Organizational Photo 7. Family Photo Album 8. Pictorial Family History or Photo Display (2 or more items, must be predominantly photographic material). Exhibit must be constructed so that all elements are visible at the same time, and should not be included in a book or folder.

9. Miscellaneous Photo or Picture Item CLASS 2 OLD DOCUMENTS ENTRY # 10. Records from Family Bible 11. Personal Letter 12. Birth Certificate 13. Marriage License or Certificate 14. Land Grant, Deed, Mortgage, or plat maps 15. Military Record 16. Will and Testament or Probate Record 17. Church or Religious Material 18. Display of Documents (2 or more items, must be predominantly documentary). Exhibit must be constructed so that all elements are visible at the same time and should not be included in a book or folder.

19. Miscellaneous Document CLASS 3 GENEALOGICAL RESEARCH ENTRY # 20. Pedigree Chart (shows Parents, Grandparents, Great Grandparents, etc. of an individual) 21. Linage Chart (shows bloodline relationships between any two individuals) 22. Family Tree (shows ALL descendants of an individual) 23. Genealogy Research Notebook or Scrapbook created by exhibitor. May include family group sheets, clippings, computer generated lists, etc.

24. Gravestone Rubbing 25. Poster or Display of Research Material. Exhibit must be constructed so that all elements are visible at the same time and should not be included in a book or folder.

26. Compiled Research Material presented in notebook or binder.

27. Miscellaneous Research Material 28. Other Miscellaneous Research Material (Does not need to be done by exhibitor; can be done by other family members)

70 CLASS 4 HEIRLOOMS (Rule #4) ENTRY # 29. Book 30. Old Scrapbook (clippings, greeting cards, etc.)

31. Jewelry Item 32. Glassware 33. China Item 34. Kitchen Utensil 35. Small Household Item 36. Small Tool 37. Child’s Toy or Play Thing 38. Personal Item (razor, comb, false teeth etc.)

39. Religious Item 40. Silverware or Metal Ware 41 School Related Item 42. Military Related Item 43. Any Not Mentioned CLASS 5 HEIRLOOM CLOTHING (Rule #4) 44. Baby Clothes 45. Child’s Clothing 46. Adult Clothing a. Wedding Dress Shoes/Accessories b. Favorite Dress c. Men’s or Women’s Suits d. Shoes/Hats/Ties or other Accessories e. Special Trendy/Fashionable Styles of the Past f. Any Not Mentioned CLASS 6 MISCELLANEOUS ( Rule #4) ENTRY # 47. Needlework 48. Old Quilts 49. Heirloom Display (may include a limited number of supporting photos, documents, etc.) Exhibit must be constructed so that all elements are visible at the same time and should not be included in a book or folder.

50. Miscellaneous Heirloom Item 51. Any Combination

71 JUNIOR DIVISION CLASS 7 Children 5 – 8 years old (Rule #8) (Must tell whom it belonged to and how they are related to you) Please give full names and dates if possible.

52. Photos a. Grandparent or Grandparents (one or two people) b. Great-Grandparent or Great-Grandparents (one or two people) c. Family Group (three or more people) d. Any Family Photo Not Mentioned 53. Clothing a. Baby Clothes (Yours or Ancestors) b. Other Clothes c. Accessories (purses, shoes, ties, etc.) d. Any Not Mentioned 54. Toys a. Your Toy b. Parents Toy c. Any Not Mentioned 55. Heirloom (Any well-loved item that is a treasure to your family, passed down from an earlier generation) 56. Family Tree

CLASS 8 Children 9-12 years old (Rule #8) (Must tell whom it belonged to and how they are related to you) Please give full names and dates if possible.

57. Photos a. Grandparent or Grandparents (one or two people) b. Great-Grandparent or Great-Grandparents (one or two people) c. Family Group (three or more people) d. Any Family Photo Not Mentioned 58. Clothing a. Baby Clothes (Yours or Ancestors) b. Other Clothes c. Accessories (purses, shoes, ties, etc.) d. Any Not Mentioned 59. Toys a. Your Toy b. Parents Toy c. Any Not Mentioned 60. Heirloom (Any well-loved item that is a treasure to your family, passed down from an earlier generation) 61. Family Tree

72 CLASS 9 Children 13-18 years old (Rule #8) (Must tell whom it belonged to and how they are related to you) Please give full names and dates if possible.

62. Photos a. Grandparent or Grandparents (one or two people) b. Great-Grandparent or Great-Grandparents (one or two people) c. Family Group (three or more people) d. Any Family Photo Not Mentioned 63. Clothing a. Baby Clothes (Yours or Ancestors) b. Other Clothes c. Accessories (purses, shoes, ties, etc.) d. Any Not Mentioned 64. Toys a. Your Toy b. Parents Toy c. Any Not Mentioned 65. Heirloom (Any well-loved item that is a treasure to your family, passed down from an earlier generation) 66. Family Tree Class 10 SPECIAL NEEDS Entry # Any Item Previously Mentioned

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2014 Senior King & Queen Lyle & Eileen Blom

It was an honor to serve as King & Queen at the 2014 Southern Iowa Fair.

We always try to take in as much as possible to support 4-H & FFA members.

We enjoyed attending our four grandchildren’s events.

Eileen helps with Open Class Horticulture & Floriculture as a superintendent.

Lyle enjoyed the livestock shows and as many race events as possible.

Both Lyle and Eileen helped serve at the 4-H BBQ. We enjoyed the grandstand events each evening. We have not missed the Southern Iowa Fair for over 50 years.

This will be in our memory book forever.

Lyle & Eileen Blom

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SOUTHERN IOWA FAIR SENIOR CITIZEN KING & QUEEN Following the Fair Queen Pageant, approximately 6:45 p.m. - GRANDSTAND July 13, 2015 Our Senior Citizen King and Queen are picked each year by nominations, with the final decision by the Fair Board.

They rein over the Fair and are introduced as guests each night before Grandstand activities.

To be eligible for nomination, we ask that they have been long time workers with the fair, 4-H or FFA.

Past Kings and Queens Harley & Jesse Bryan Max & Rita Goodman Howard & Ruth Quillan Doc & Helen Walker Harlan & Louise Witt Roscoe & Ruth Eveland Gale & Geraldine Stapp Wilbur & Grace Binns Herman & Blanche Wyngarden Granvel & Neva Smith Charles (Chuck) & Dorothy Perdue Marvin & Francis Walraven Russell & Shirley Stout Ted & Bertha Ver Steegh Fred & Muriel Burdock Kay & Alleen Hedge Mack & Dorothy Jackson Marvin & Betty Molyneux Junior & Lois Gay Jim & Helen Ver Steegh Bill & Leona Ashman Charles & Barbara Oldham Eves & Iola Cadwallader Lloyd & Nettie VanZante Marvin & Helen Smith Jerry & Gayle Ferguson Duane & Vivian Jager Charles & Betty Augustine Max &Ann Ohms Harold & Darlene Slagter Daverne and Marla Witt Bill & Coleen Ferguson Lyle & Eileen Blom

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2014 Southern Iowa Fair Queen Megyn Walston

Serving as the 2014 Southern Iowa Fair Queen has been one of my most memorable experiences.

This was an amazing opportunity for me to meet new people and improve my public speaking and interview skills. I loved being able to be a role model to so many children while judging contests and handing out ribbons at the 2014 fair.

Representing the Southern Iowa Fair in various parades throughout the year was so much fun. In addition, being able to represent Mahaska County while competing in the 50th State Fair Queen Pageant was such an honor. Thank you to my parents, siblings, grandparents, and many other family and friends for all of their support throughout the year and, especially, to the Fair Board for this amazing opportunity that I will never forget.

Thank you for everything you've done to help throughout the year, it has been greatly appreciated.

Sincerely, Megyn Walston

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Southern Iowa Fair FFA and Open Ag Mech Tech Show Exhibits can be in place by 9AM. Deadline Noon. Judging at 1PM. Released last day of fair around noon.

Judge is usually a local or near-by ag instructor with Ag Mechanics background.

Entries due and in place by Noon on the first day of the fair. Judging takes place at 1PM that same day. Exhibitors must be in attendance to exhibit project or forfeit their premium. An FFA member is defined as someone who has been on the certified Chapter roster for that school the previous school year. FFA members cannot show in both FFA and Open during the same year. Projects released whenever 4-H Livestock exhibits are released (Usually last day of the fair around noon) Open contestants are defined as anyone who is not exhibiting in this show as a FFA member.

Projects that have been previously exhibited at Southern Iowa Fair are ineligible to be exhibited again.

Classes for FFA. 1. Restored Tractor 2. Metal Working/Welding a. Small (under 9 square feet of floor space) b. Medium (9-30 square feet of floor space) c. Large (more than 30 square feet of floor space) 3. Restored Farm Equipment (including garden tractors) 4. Computer Designed Projects (plasma cam, laser engraved, etc.)

5. Woodworking a. Indoor Item (items constructed and intended for indoor use, including fine furniture) b. Outdoor Item (items constructed and intended for outdoor use, including patio furniture) 6. Class Project (FFA ONLY)-ANY project completed by two or more FFA members from the same FFA Chapter.

Premium checks can be picked up from the Southern Iowa Fair office when projects are released.

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2015 Open Bucket Bottle Show Thursday July 16, 2015 Open Show for: Bucket Bottle Calves, Goats & Lambs For Children Ages 5-9

* Exhibitors must be 5-9 years old and not a member of 4-H to be eligible to show. * Exhibitors must wear jeans and proper footwear. No FFA, 4-H, or Clover Kid apparel is permitted while showing or caring for livestock. * Livestock arrival is Tuesday, July 14 from 9:00 – 11:00am * Show will be Thursday, July 16 at 2:00pm following the 4-H bucket bottle show. * Livestock will be released Friday Morning, July 17 by 10:00am * Livestock is not allowed to participate in the auction.

For more information contact: Rebecca Rozenboom 660-4545, Sharis Claver 799-4085, or Corey Rozenboom 891-5862 2015 MAHASKA COUNTY SADDLE CLUB FUN SHOW Southern Iowa Fairgrounds – Oskaloosa, Iowa (Entry booth opens at 9:00am) Saturday July 18 @10:00 No Rain Date Entry Fees: $25 members / $30 non-members to show all day per horse/ rider Each rider may only enter 1 horse in each class

1. WALK TROT 10 & UNDER 2. WALK TROT 11-17 3. WALK TROT 18 & OVER 4. WESTERN PLEASURE 10 & UNDER 5. WESTERN PLEASURE 11-17 6. WESTERN PLEASURE 18 & OVER 7. TEDDY BEAR RACE 10 & UNDER 8. TEDDY BEAR RACE 11 – 17 9. TEDDY BEAR RACE 18 & OVER 10. RIBBON RACE 10 & UNDER 11. RIBBON RACE 11-17 12. RIBBON RACE 18 & OVER 13. COWBOY RESCUE 10 & UNDER 14. COWBOY RESCUE 11-17 15. COWBODY RESCUE 18 & OVER

16. BARRELS 10 & UNDER 17. BARRELS 11-17 18. BARRELLS 18 & OVER 19. FLAGS 10 & UNDER 20. FLAGS 11-17 21. FLAGS 18 & OVER 22. PLUG RACE 10 & UNDER 23. PLUG RACE 11-17 24. PLUG RACE 18 & OVER 25. POLES 10 & UNDER 26. POLES 11-17 27. POLES 18 & OVER 28. KEYHOLE RACE 10 & UNDER

29. KEYHOLE RACE 11-17 30. KEYHOLE RACE 18 & OVER

CALL AHEAD IF WEATHER IS UNFAVORABLE OR FOR ANY QUESTIONS: Kayla Scholtus @ 641-660-9321 Loretta McCloud @ 641-660-0270 Sylvia Brown @ 641-799-5794

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CINNAMON ROLL CONTEST Monday, July 13th • 3:00 p.m.

FREE STAGE Superintendent…Misty Scanlon 1st Place Overall - $100 2nd Place Overall - $ 50 3rd Place Overall - $ 25 Rolls must be entered in one of the four categories: Unfrosted - Frosted - Sticky - Rolls Made with Homemade Yeast Dough Bring your Cinnamon Rolls to the Free Stage between 2:30 and 3:00.

No pre-entry required. Entry Fee $1.00.

Display four cinnamon rolls in container with a lid.

Rolls will not be judged if not in container with lid.

The rolls must all be baked in the same pan and remain attached. Rolls cannot be hand selected from other pans. An exception will be made for recipes that specify baking the rolls in muffin tins or on cookie sheets in such a way that the rolls do not touch. Recipe must be attached to entry tag or container.

CHILDREN'S COLORING CONTEST Wednesday, July 15th – 4:00 - FREE STAGE Sponsored by

Superintendent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Cindy Shull Ages Categories: 3 & 4 years old 5 & 6 years old 7 & 8 years old 9 & 10 years old 11 & 12 years old RULES: 1. Each age group will be given a picture that has been chosen.

2. Children will be given a specified amount of time to color their picture.

3. All coloring must be done at the time of the contest.

4. All coloring must be done by the contestants themselves.

5. Judging will be done immediately after the contest.

6. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place ribbons will be awarded in each category and a trophy for the overall winner in each age group.

79 COOKIE STACKING CONTEST Friday, July 17th - 9:30 a.m. – Free Stage Superintendent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . .Kathleen Rempe Age Categories: 0 – 3 Years - 4 to 6 Years - 7 to 9 Years -10 to 12 Years RULES: 1. Contestants will have 30 seconds to create the highest possible single stackof cookies.

2. Cookies may not be organized prior to stacking.

3. No adhesives, supports, or pyramids may be used.

4. Cookies may not be broken or twisted apart.

5. At the end of 30 seconds, contestants must remove hands and the Stack must remain standing by itself for three seconds.

6. If a child’s stack is knocked down by another child’s stack during the 30 second waiting period, it will be counted. If it is knocked down during competition there will be a restart.

7. Trophy’s will be awarded in each category.

BUBBLE GUM BLOWING CONTEST Friday, July 17th - 11:00 a.m. – Free Stage

Superintendent:………………………………………………………………Misty Scanlon

Ages: 5-8 Years, 9-12 Years, & 13 and Older RULES: 1. Bubble gum will be furnished 2. There will be a 3 to 5 minute warm up period.

3. Each contestant will be given 3 pieces for bubble blowing.

4. Each contestant’s bubble must be held for at least two (2) seconds.

5. All bubbles will be measured horizontally.

6. If bubble is broken by judge when measuring it, the existing measurement

JOKE TELLING CONTEST Friday, July 17th – 4:00 p.m. – Free Stage

Superintendent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Misty Scanlon Ages 4-7 and 8-12 Children get up individually and tell their joke. The judges will score their joke and there will be a 1st, 2nd, & 3rd place awarded out. All jokes must be appropriate or contestant will not be scored. All contestants will receive participation ribbons.

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PIGTAIL CONTEST Monday, July 13th - 1:00 p.m. - FREE STAGE Registration begins 1/2 hour before contest.

Sponsored by Expressions Hair Studio Categories: Age 0 – 5 yrs. & Age 6 – 10 yrs.

Longest - Shortest Blondest - Darkest - Reddest Most Creative/Unique

RULES: 1) Pigtails must be braided and braided as far as possible. No French braids. (Pigtails, in this case, can be one, two or more.)

2) Longest Category – Pigtail must be all in one pigtail secured at top and bottom. (One piece of hair will not be judged. It must all be together) 3) Pigtails must be secured by a rubber band at the beginning and at the end of the braid. Measurements will be taken between those TWO rubber bands.

4) They may be located anywhere on the head.

5) Hair will be judged on neatness and beauty 6) Contestants may enter only one category.

7) Prizes will be awarded to the First Place Winner in each of the six categories in each age group. All contestants receive participation ribbons.

CHILDREN’S COOKIE DECORATING CONTEST Thursday, July 16th - 10:00 a.m - FREE STAGE Superintendent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Jeannene Veenstra RULES 1. Registration begins at 9:15 a.m.

2. Age groups: 4-6 years 7-9 years 10-12 years 14-16 years 3. Children will be given a period of time to decorate a cookie 4. Cookies will be judged in age categories on neatness and originality.

5. There will be ribbons and prizes for all.

6. There will be a trophy to the OVERALL WINNER in each Group

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DIAPER DERBY CONTEST Sponsored by: The Oskaloosa Herald, Modern Floor Covering, Mahaska Health Partnership, & Fareway Saturday, July 18 – 9:00 am Age Groups: Crawlers Walkers RULES: 1. All contestants must be less than two years of age as of July 18, 2015 2. Contestants can register the day of the contest beginning at 8:30 am 3. Contestant can enter only one of the two categories – crawler or walker (If a crawler walks, the crawler will be disqualified. If the walker crawls, the walker will be disqualified) 4. Contestant cannot be touched once the race begins.

5. First contestant to completely cross the finish line will be declared winner.

6. Prizes will be awarded to every contestant.

7. First place trophy awarded to winner of each category. Second and third place ribbons will be awarded in each category.

8. Decision of Judges will be Final.

DECORATED DIAPER CONTEST Saturday July 18 – 9:00 am (Following Diaper Derby Contest) CATEGORIES: Most Creative Decorated Diaper Best Use of Theme Diaper RULES: 1. All contestants must be less than two years of age as of July 18, 2015.

2. All contestants must be in decorated diaper attire, disposable or cloth. You may design a costume, but diaper must be visible for judging.

3. Contestants register the day of contest beginning at 8:30 am.

4. Judging for the Most Creative Diaper and Best use of Theme Diaper will be based on originality, creativity, public appeal, and overall effect.

5. Contestants will be assigned a number at registration which will be clearly in view of the judges at all times during competition.

6. Prizes will be awarded to each contestant.

7. First place trophy awarded to winner of each category. Second and third place ribbons will be awarded in each category.

8. Decision of Judges will be Final.

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Oskaloosa Lions Club Will Be Doing

FREE VISION SCREENING FOR ALL CHILDREN AGES 6 MONTHS TO 4 YEARS Saturday, July 18th 10:00 AM – Free Stage (Following Diaper Derby)

In Partnership With:

Pine Wood Derby Tuesday, July 14th 6:00 – Free Stage Registration 5:30 – 6:00 Sponsored by: Pack 77 Cub Scouts of Oskaloosa For more information: Facebook – Pack 77 Pine Wood Derby Pack77oskaloosa@gmail.com

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Hawkeye Kids Pedal Power Pull

Saturday, July 18th Sign in begins at 12:00 p.m.

Pull Starts at 12:30 p.m.

Hawkeye Kids Pedal Power Pull is open to all children from 4 to 11 years old.

This is a State sanctioned pull.

1st and 2nd place finishers in each age group will qualify for the Iowa State Pedal Pull Championship.

Sponsored by Hawkeye Pedal Pull Association

Hula Hoop Contest

Wednesday, July 15th 5:30pm – Free Stage Superintendent – Kiley Lobberecht

This will be a timed contest of who can hula hoop the longest amount time.

Contestants may only hula hoop around the waist.

AGE GROUPS – 4 -6 Years Old 5-9 Years Old 10-14 Years Old 15 & Up Trophies awarded to winner of each age group!

Hula Hoops are provided!

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Antique Tractors & Engine Display South of Main Gate For Information Contact: Rick Flander 641-660-9327

2015 Featured Tractor 1950 Case VAC This tractor is owned and restored by John Severin of Oskaloosa.

Making a great HP rating of 12 at the ground.

The event has grown to be the best County Fair show of antique equipment in the State of Iowa. The Southern Iowa Fair Board has been very supportive of the effort of many volunteers. The committee in charge is proud of the show and greatly appreciates all of the help and support.

Every year we strive to obtain more tractors and gas engines. We will also have several Cub Cadet Lawn mowers on display. The owner of each piece of displayed equipment receives a free button and magnetic plaque for coming. We have not charged to display equipment, as we feel it is our privilege to have someone bring equipment to the show.

The volunteers help make the show possible by serving ice cream. In addition, they serve over 400 ears of good Iowa sweet corn and bologna on Tuesday evening.

Thursday evening, it is stew and cornbread. Our guests greatly enjoy 35 gallons of the best beef stew made over an open fire in a big black pot.

The large hospitality tent seems to be a great gathering place during the fair, with people drinking coffee and swapping tall stories. It is a nice place to just sit and relax.

The committee has built an unloading dock at the fairgrounds to make it easier to unload and load equipment. They have also purchased tables and equipment to serve and eat at, a trailer to store equipment in, plus many other items to improve the display.

You won’t want to miss the antique display of tractors, gas engines, and miniature displays of yesteryear. All tractors are welcome.

The show is supported by free will donations for the ice cream, food, and drink.

Your generous donations are appreciated to help provide a bigger and better display each year.

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4-H INDEX Pg. 86………………....FFA Advisors, Extension Council, & 4-H Youth Committee Pg. 87 & 88…………………….4-H Leaders and 4-H & FFA Important Information Pg. 89 – 95………………………………………………..……..General Regulations Pg. 96……………………………………………..….Livestock Auction Information Pg. 97…………………………………………….…….Advanced Cattle Feeder Pen Pg. 98…………………………………………….……..Advanced Lamb Feeder Pen Pg. 99…………………………………………………………………...Beef Carcass Pg. 100………………………………………………………………………….Beef Pg. 103……………………………………………………………Bucket Bottle Calf Pg 105……………………………………………………………Bucket Bottle Lamb Pg. 106………………………………………………………...….Bucket Bottle Goat Pg. 107…………………………………………………………………....Dairy Cattle Pg 109………………………………………………………………...…..Dairy Goats Pg. 110……………………………………………………………………….….Dogs Pg 112………………………………………………………………………….Horses Pg. 116………………………………………………………………………....Llamas Pg. 117…………………………………………………………..…Livestock Judging Pg 118……………………………………………………………………..Meat Goats Pg. 122………………………………………………………………………...Poultry Pg. 125…………………………………………………………………………….Pets Pg.126……………………………………………………………………........Rabbits Pg 128…………………………………………………………………………...Sheep Pg. 132…………………………………...Supreme Livestock Showmanship Contest Pg 134…………………………………………………………………………..Swine Pg 136……………………………………………………...Weaned Feeder Calf Pens Pg 138……………………………………………………………….…Herdsmanship Pg. 140……………………...............................General Non-Livestock Exhibit Rules Pg. 144…………………………………..…Clover Kids & 4th Graders Exhibit Rules Pg. 147…………………………………………...Saturday Exhibit Judging Schedule Pg. 148……………………………………………………..Home Economics Classes Family & Consumer Science Personal Development Poster Communications Creative Arts Photography Science, Engineering, & Technology Ag & Natural Resources Horticulture Pg. 160…………………………………………………....Awardrobe Clothing Event Pg. 164………………………………………………………..Communications Event

86 4-H & FFA EXHIBITOR'S SHOW MAHASKA COUNTY ISU EXTENSION STAFF 212 North I Street Oskaloosa, Iowa 52577 Phone: (641) 673-5841 (voice mail after hours) Fax: (641) 673-0559 EXTENSION AND OUTREACH STAFF Amy Brainard……………….. County Youth Coordinator Codi Voss……………Educational Programs Coordinator Lea DeCook……………………………..Office Assistant Suzette Striegel…………………………….Horticulturist Charles Brown………Farm Management Field Specialist Marisue Hartung………4-H & Youth Program Specialist Nathan Crane….Region 14 Extension Education Director FFA ADVISORS Pat Powers……Eddyville-Blakesburg Community School Alyssa Foster………..North Mahaska Community School Bret Spurgin………………Oskaloosa Community School Miranda Johnson…Twin Cedars Community High School COUNTY EXTENSION COUNCIL Mike Appleget…………………………………Oskaloosa Deann De Groot………………………………..Oskaloosa Amber Horn……………………………………Oskaloosa Sherrie Moore…………………………………...Rose Hill Joy Prothero……………………………………Oskaloosa Heather Smith………………………………….Oskaloosa Deb Van Engelenhoven………………………..Oskaloosa Gary Verploegh………………………………….Fremont Dave Ver Meer…………………………………Oskaloosa 4-H YOUTH COMMITTEE Dorothy Hester Jason Hicks MaKayla Scanlon Paul Scanlon Alyssa Foster MaKenzie Scanlon Sandra Blom Elizabeth Moore Brooke Eveland Jessie Eveland

87 2015 4-H LEADERS Adams Champs Jayne Ferguson, Renee Ferguson, Susan Upton, Chris & Phyllis Ver Steegh, Deana De Jong, Devan Lamberson Cedar Livestock Angie Silliman, Molly Judy, Kendra Roquet, Jennifer Lathen, Jenny Van Zante, Julie Bayliss Clover Kids Oskaloosa – Codi Voss, Lindsay Maxwell Oskaloosa Christian – Codi Voss, MaKayla Scanlon Fremont – MaKayla Scanlon, Julie Bayliss North Mahaska – Dorothy Hester, Pat DeHeer Eddyville – Amanda Van Zante Go-Getters – Rebecca Rozenboom, Sharis Claver, Corey Rozenboom Garfield Boosters Jim & Tina Marshall, Kelly Pose, Helena Hayes, Les & Kim Ferguson Harrison Hustlers Beth Fenton, Charles Oldham, Angie Edgren, Tracey Ver Steegh Harrison Zippers Barbara Oldham, Joan Edmonds, Ashley Schultz, Charlene Doyle, Lorie Jager, Kim Brown Heartland Helpers Jenny Edmundson, Lisa Walston Jefferson Go-Getters Rebecca Rozenboom, Sharis Claver, Corey Rozenboom Leighton Strivers Greg & Brenda De Jong, Rob Vos M&M Peppy Pals Sarah Williams, Deb Overbergen, Janet Overbergen Mahaska Masters Dan & Karen Adams, Diane Stewart, Lindsay Maxwell, Scott & Crystal Boender Scott-U-Need-Us Reg & Janelle Randau, Michelle Blom SE Iowa Shooting Sports Bill Benson, Joseph Roe West Des Moines Livewires Kim Glosser FIRST LEGO League & Jr. FLL Kevin Schippers, Mike Mitchell, Jamie Leonard, Chad Harbour

88 4-H & FFA EXHIBITORS Use or possession of drugs, tobacco, alcohol, or creating a disturbance will be grounds for sanctions up to and including dismissal from the fair and future 4-H activities. An exhibitor’s dismissal from the fair will include leaving the grounds with all their projects and forfeiting all premiums, awards, honors, and option to go through the auction.

ABSOLUTELY NO DRUGS, ALCOHOL AND/OR TOBACCO IS ALLOWED IN A 4-H/FFA MEMBER’S POSSESSION AT THE FAIR. ALSO, NO CELL PHONES ALLOWED WHEN EXHIBITING. All rules and regulations stated in the Mahaska County 4-H Code of Good Conduct form will apply to all 4-H’ers and any rules stated in the Code of Good Conduct for FFA members’ respective schools will apply.

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR 4-H AND FFA MEMBERS When arriving at the fairgrounds, please read the signs that are posted in the barns, exhibit buildings and Pavilion. These signs include important information about fair week, including deadlines and other special events.

Prior to exhibiting livestock (including Dog, excluding Swine), all exhibitors must pick up an Exhibitor Number in the 4-H Office at the Fairgrounds (office with green door). This number must be worn for all livestock shows, including Dog. Swine Exhibitors will receive their Exhibitor Numbers upon entering the show ring during the Swine Show.

As soon as livestock is stalled, exhibitors must fill out and post a stall card. Stall cards can be found in the 4-H Office at the Fairgrounds.

Photos will be taken for each species and special event, including exhibits that are selected to go to the Iowa State Fair, please look for the Photo Schedule Posters on the fairgrounds for appropriate dates, times and locations of photos. If a 4-H or FFA member misses a photo session, they may schedule a time with 4-H Staff by visiting the 4-H Office at the Fairgrounds.

PLEASE NOTE CHANGE: Livestock Release Time for non-auction animals will be any time after 6:00 AM on Sunday, July 19.

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PLEASE NOTE CHANGE: Exhibit Release Time for Exhibit Hall and 4-H Building exhibits will be from 10:30 AM-1:00 PM on Sunday, July 19 or between 10:00 AM-Noon on Monday, July 20.

Please refer to this fair book for any questions.

4-H Club Fair Decorations Contest (Premiums not awarded) Judging – Wednesday, July 15 Award Announced – Thursday, July 16 Iowa State University Extension and Outreach of Mahaska County will hold a 4-H Club Fair Decorations Contest during the 2015 Southern Iowa Fair. Each 4-H club is encouraged to decorate their club booth in the Exhibit Hall and their club’s stalls in the barns for their chance to win an awesome prize package and have their name added to the Best Fair Decorations plaque. New in 2015, we have added a Best Barn Decorations prize. The Exhibit Hall and Barns will be judged separately this year.

Judging Criteria: Use of theme (Country Nights & Carnival Lights), neatness, booth layout, safety & creativity.

Judging will take place on Wednesday, July 15. Club leaders and members are asked to have all booths decorated by 5 PM on Monday and all stalls decorated by 9 PM on Tuesday.

Club leaders and members are asked to stay out of their club booths during judging. The winning club will be announced on Thursday, July 16 at 6:30 p.m. during the 4-H/FFA Chamber BBQ.

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GENERAL REGULATIONS The Superintendents and staff authority will be respected in all cases or the exhibitor will lose the privilege of exhibiting and/or selling at the Southern Iowa Fair. Major decisions will be made by the Mahaska County 4-H Youth Committee; decisions may be appealed to the Mahaska County Extension Council for a final decision. In the act of an appeal, repercussions will be void until the final decision is made.

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4-H/FFA members, families, etc. may see a copy of the Iowa State Fair rules and regulations at the Mahaska County Extension Office or 4-H Office during the Southern Iowa Fair.

ELIGIBILITY FOR COUNTY FAIR EXHIBITING: 1. To be eligible to exhibit, 4-H and FFA members must be in 4th grade through 12th grade (or that equivalent).

2. Exhibitors in 5th-12th grade are eligible to exhibit at the Iowa State Fair.

3. Exhibitors are limited to Mahaska County 4-H members and FFA members in good standing.

Eligibility to be determined by the 4-H youth committee and agricultural extension council.

Animals identified as part of a 4-H project cannot also be identified or exhibited as a FFA project.

A 4-Her cannot identify a heifer as both a market heifer and a breeding heifer.

4. All 4-H and FFA members must e-file a 4-H Enrollment Form, an Iowa 4-H Livestock Project Identification form, release forms & code of ethics form on iowa.4honline.com by Friday, May 15, 2015.

4-H Members and Parents must also review, sign, and submit the Mahaska County Conduct Code to ISU Extension and Outreach in Mahaska County (212 North I Street in Oskaloosa) by 4:30 PM Friday, May 15, 2015. This form must be submitted by any 4-H’er, not just those planning to exhibit at the county or state fair.

5. Any individual, who has attended college or vocational school, one semester or two quarters during the project, is not eligible to show in the county fair. Exception: Student earning credits while still in high school will be allowed to participate in the fair the summer following their high school graduation.

6. Individuals that have attended college are not eligible to compete in showmanship.

7. Individuals must complete Food Safety and Quality Assurance (FSQA) Training or Testing in order to exhibit Beef, Sheep, Swine, Dairy, Meat Goat, Poultry & Rabbit projects at the county and state fairs. FSQA training and testing dates are held in the Spring at the Mahaska County Extension Office.

91 2015 FSQA Date: May 28 from 3:00-5:00 PM for Intermediate/Senior Testing, May 28 from 6:30-8 PM for Junior Training. Please contact the Extension office if you have any questions about FSQA training and testing. Parents are welcome and encouraged to attend the FSQA Training with their children. FFA members must also test for FSQA. EXHIBITING All livestock must be exhibited by the owner, unless two animals owned by the member are shown in one class or when sickness prevails (discretion of 4-H Youth Committee, must ask for approval in advance).

In either case, another member may be permitted to show for the owner. If a member assists another member exhibiting livestock both persons must wear the exhibitor number of the livestock owner.

Associate members (members not permitted to exhibit)/members from other counties may NOT show livestock for another 4-H’er.

2. Members are expected to wear a 4-H or FFA T-shirt (an appropriate t-shirt with the 4-H or FFA logo on it is acceptable) at the time of participation/judging at the fair, unless rules state otherwise. If the T-shirt becomes too soiled to wear, a white T-shirt or blouse should be worn.

3. Assistance by other club members for younger members in show ring will be at the Superintendent's discretion.

4. All exhibitors of livestock must comply with Health Requirements of Livestock for Exhibition in the State of Iowa. In addition, all animal species will not be denied water beyond 12 hours and food beyond 24 hours.

5. No individual animal may be shown in both the purebred breeding and market classes.

6. Should general and special rules conflict, the latter will govern.

7. All State Fair 4-H Livestock Rules regarding handling and showing will apply. It is the intent that the 4-H/FFA members take responsibility for caring for and grooming his/her own animals. If assistance is needed, it should be aimed at helping the 4-H/FFA members learn new skills and be done ONLY BY AN IMMEDIATE FAMILY 1.

92 MEMBER, CLUB LEADER AND/OR ANOTHER CURRENT 4-H/FFA MEMBER FROM MAHASKA COUNTY. NO VOLUNTEERS or PAID ASSISTANT WILL BE ALLOWED TO ASSIST WITH GROOMING/FITTING, if a volunteer/assistant is found grooming/fitting, they will be asked to leave the barn by exhibiting officials, after official complaint is staged.

8. No member will be eligible for this show that does not take entire charge and care of the project in the show ring except in case of illness or for some reason approved by the livestock Superintendents in charge of the show. This show is an educational event. It is designed to train 4-H/FFA members to properly care for, groom and exhibit their animals and the owner will exhibit his or her animal without aid.

9. SUBSTITUTE SHOWMAN - Excusing a member from personally exhibiting his or her animal(s) defeats one of the important objectives of 4-H/FFA work. Hence, the management does not approve the use of substitute showmen except in extreme cases.

10. 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 giving evidence of such treatment will be barred from exhibition. This decision will be at the Fair Veterinarian/4-H Staff/ 4-H Youth Committee/Fair Board/Superintendent discretion.

11. Exhibitors will be required to keep their feed, hay, bedding equipment, etc. in the designated place. The public alleyways must at all times be kept open and free from litter, equipment, CHAIRS, feed etc. If chairs are left in alleyways, they will become property of the Southern Iowa Fairgrounds. Stalls, pens and alleyways must be cleaned and refuse deposited where instructed by the Superintendent no later than 8:15 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. each day.

12. In all purebred classes the animals shall be registered.

Papers must be brought to Superintendents.

Registration must be in exhibitor, family or farm name.

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There will be three showmanship classes for livestock. Juniors are defined as youth who have completed 4, 5, 6 grade, Intermediates who have completed grades 7, 8, 9 and Seniors who have completed grades 10, 11, 12 by September 15 of the previous year (or that equivalent).

Only one fan per animal may be used and no butt fans are allowed due to insurance policy and safety for all.

Butt fans will be removed by Superintendents or Fair Board Members if you have already been warned and fans are found in use again.

No straw or newspaper bedding is allowed in stalls due to insurance policy.

Early animal release can only be granted by approval of both a superintendent and Extension staff. 4-Hers or FFA members who take an animal off of the Fairgrounds without approval will forfeit all prizes, premiums and lose eligibility to exhibit that project the following year.

Each member must care for and manage their own project(s).

All 4-H & FFA members who exhibit at the Southern Iowa Fair will be required to remove all bedding at the end of the fair and have a clean stall area.

Any identified livestock that cannot be exhibited (ie: illness, death, etc.) cannot be replaced by identifying a new animal.

MISCELLANEOUS Tie out-times for 4-H/FFA livestock will be 7:30 p.m. 4-H/FFA youth will forfeit all Herdsmanship points for the day if they go to tie-out early.

No sleeping in barns overnight. No alcoholic beverages in barns.

A complete record must be kept on each 4-H or FFA project. Records are to be turned in to leader or advisor on announced date in September.

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Ribbon premiums will be: purple and blue--$2.00 each, red--$1.00 each, white--.50 each.

No individual premiums will be paid for showmanship, horsemanship or judging contest.

Premium checks will be mailed out to club leaders within one month of the last day of fair & must be cashed by February 1 of the following year.

Premium forms must be turned in to designated club volunteer by the last day of the fair. The designated volunteer will then need to follow the instructions provided in the Premium Packet that was sent to them.

Absolutely NO alcohol or tobacco is to be used by a 4-H/FFA member. If a member is caught using or in possession of such, their parent(s)/ guardian(s) will be contacted, local law enforcement officials will be called and they will follow through with sanctions as described in the Mahaska County 4-H Code of Conduct.

MAHASKA COUNTY PROTEST & APPEALS POLICY 1. The Southern Iowa Fair Board, Mahaska County Extension Staff, Mahaska County Extension Council and Superintendents will not consider a protest, complaint, or appeal based upon the statement that a judge or judges are incompetent.

2. If an individual has a complaint to the eligibility of an exhibit to compete in any class a protest must be made in writing and filed with the Secretary (for open class) or Mahaska County Extension Youth Coordinator (for 4-H or FFA). This must be done by 9:00 p.m. the same day the show was held. A $50.00 cash deposit must accompany this written protest.

The deposit will be forfeited if the protest is pursued but not founded. All expenses of proof will be paid by the party filing the protest. This money will not be refunded.

3. The authority of superintendents, the Mahaska County 4-H Youth Committee, the Mahaska County Agricultural Extension Council, the Southern Iowa Fair Board, and Iowa State University Extension and Outreach staff will be respected in all cases or the exhibitor will be subject to sanctions. Decisions requiring sanctions can be made by superintendents or the Mahaska County 4-H Youth Committee.

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The appeals period/process begins when the exhibitor submits a written statement of appeal to the County Youth Coordinator. If time is an issue, a verbal appeal may be submitted; however a written appeal must follow.

During the consideration of an appeal, sanctions assessed shall not be in effect, although the Mahaska County 4-H Youth Committee or the Mahaska County Agricultural Extension Council may impose interim sanctions during the appeal period. In the event that the decision of a lower group is upheld, but recommended sanctions cannot be enforced, the group hearing the appeal may impose alternative sanctions.

HEALTH REQUIREMENTS FOR EXHIBITION OF LIVESTOCK, POULTRY AND BIRDS AT LOCAL 4-H OR FFA EXHIBITIONS No official health certificates will be required on beef, sheep, swine, rabbits, or poultry exhibited as a County 4-H Show and FFA Show, but must be inspected when unloaded or shortly thereafter by an accredited veterinarian. Each County Fair must have an official veterinarian. As with any show or time animals are moved from residing premise, stress, illness, etc can cause unfavorable outcomes. It is the 4-H member/FFA member and their families’ decision to bring animals to the fairgrounds and take part in livestock shows. Identification is a means of registering an animal for exhibition, it is not a contract that the animal(s) must be taken and shown at the fair.

HORSES Official health certificates of 30 days or less MUST accompany all horses on the Southern Iowa Fair grounds.

No Horse will be allowed to stay or be stalled without the health certificate.

SWINE Quarantined animals or animals from quarantined herds cannot be exhibited.

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If poultry are not purchased from Pullorum clear blocks or hatchery, birds must be tested for Pullorum-typhoid within 90 days of the fair.

DOGS and CATS All dogs and cats (of age) exhibited must have a current rabies certificate.

NOTE: Evidence of warts, ringworm, foot rot, pink eye, abscesses, or any other contagious or infectious condition will eliminate the animal from the show.

THE DECISION OF THE OFFICIAL SHOW VETERINARIANS WILL BE FINAL. Tom Donohue, D.V.M. Nathan Peterson, D.V.M. Mahaska Veterinary Clinic SOUTHERN IOWA FAIR LIVESTOCK AUCTION 1. The Livestock Auction is sponsored and coordinated by the Southern Iowa Fair Board.

2. Animals going through the auction will be reweighed. Reweighs will be from 4:00-5:00 p.m. on Friday, July 17. Advanced Cattle Feeder Pens will re-weigh from 3:00-4:00 p.m.

3. If a 4-H/FFA member cannot make it to the Friday reweigh, they will need to ask another member, leader, or superintendent to weigh their animal in for them.

4. 4-H/FFA exhibitors MUST notify staff at the SOUTHERN IOWA FAIR OFFICE (ADMINISTRATION BUILDING), if they are selling their rabbit, beef, poultry, swine, sheep, advanced feeders (sheep/beef), bucket/bottle calf, bottle lamb, bottle goat, meat goat projects (ALL LIVESTOCK) by NOON on Friday, July 17.

5. All 4-H and FFA members exhibiting market animals at the fair will have an option to sell their projects through the auction with the following limitations: 2 beef per exhibitor, 1 swine per exhibitor, 1 trip per poultry exhibitor (with a maximum of 2 birds per exhibitor), 2 trips per rabbit exhibitor (a meat pen will be considered 1 trip), 2 sheep per exhibitor, 2 meat goat, 1 feeder pen per exhibitor, 1 bucket/bottle calf, and 1 bottle lamb.

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7. Any animal entering the sale ring is no longer a 4H/FFA animal and cannot be shown any place else in a 4-H/FFA show.

8. All livestock in the auction must have been exhibited by the members in its respective class.

9. All non-auction livestock will be released after 6:00 a.m. on Sunday, July 19 and must be off of the premises by NOON on Monday, July 20. Any animals taken off the fairgrounds before this time will forfeit all prizes, premiums, and lose eligibility to exhibit any project the following year.

10. Auction of market animals will be Saturday, beginning at 8:00 a.m. Sale animals will be released immediately after sale. Sale order is as follows: (1) Advanced Feeders, (2) Bottle Lamb, (3) B/B Calf, (4) Rabbits, (5) Poultry, (6) Sheep/Meat Goat, (7) Beef, (8) Swine.

ADVANCED CATTLE FEEDER PENS Superintendents........................ Dave Willemsen (780-1398), Glenn Van Wyk & Byron Eekhoff (660-9110) Weighed...........….....Monday, July 13th, 11:00 a.m. at scale Interviews..…….Monday, July 13th, 1:00-2:00 p.m. at stalls Conference Discussion..Monday, July 13th, 2:00-3:00 p.m.

DAV Building (Note: Also see General Regulations) Classes: December and March 1. All advanced cattle will be ultrasound scanned during weigh-in on Monday.

2. Each member will feed two to five head of cattle per pen, more than one pen per exhibitor is acceptable.

3. Feeder calves are required to have 4-H ear tags.

4. Beginning weigh-in will be December or March.

Each date will be a separate class.

5. Individual interviews will be held from 1:00-2:00 p.m. on Monday, July 13th.

6. Complete monthly feed records, county worksheet and end weight scale tickets will be turned in to 4-H Fair Office after the cattle are checked in at the fair.

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Projects must come to the fair to compete for awards.

Records may be kept daily, weekly or monthly with totals for each month.

Projects will be weighed on Monday, July 13th at 11:00 a.m. at the fairgrounds scale. Members are encouraged to be present.

The right to discount calfy heifers is reserved.

Placing will be based on the following: Production Records Cattle Performance/Ultrasound Data Youth Interview Evaluation of Feeder Pen Members must furnish this information with supporting records at final weighing.

No Bulls at weigh-in.

Advanced Feeder pens not going through the auction will be released at 6:00 PM on Friday, July 17.

All Advanced Feeder project members need to clean their stalls before leaving the fair.

ADVANCED LAMB FEEDER PENS Superintendents...................... Dave Willemsen (780-1398), Glenn Van Wyk & Byron Eekhoff (660-9110) Weighed..................Monday, July 13th, 9:30 a.m.-10:00 a.m. during Derby Lamb Weigh-in Interviews.....‌.Monday, July 13th, 12:00-1:00 p.m. at stalls Conference Discussion....Monday, July 13th, 2:00-3:00 p.m.

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Minimum feeding time is 40 days. Project must come to Spring weigh-in and be ear tagged.

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Projects must come to the fair to compete for awards.

Records may be kept daily, weekly or monthly with totals for each month.

Lambs must be sheared before coming to the fair with no more than ¾” wool.

Feeder Pen lambs must be kept clean during the fair.

Placing will be based on the following: Rate of Gain Ultrasound Data Feed cost per 100 lbs gain Records and Interviews Members must furnish this information with supporting records at July weigh-in.

All Advanced Feeder project members need to clean their stalls before leaving the fair.

Sheep project members are expected to house and provide care for their livestock. Random farm checks may be performed by superintendents and/or staff.

BEEF CARCASS Live Evaluation…….….Tuesday, June 30, 8:00 a.m.

Fairgrounds Scale Locker Evaluation……….Monday, July 6, 2:30 p.m.

Leighton Locker 1. Exhibitors may enter a maximum of two animals. It must be weighed and ear tagged at the December weigh-in.

2. The live evaluation will be held at the Southern Iowa Fairgrounds on Tuesday, June 30 at 8:00 a.m. (This time will allow the locker to slaughter all animals in one day without an overnight stand.) All animals will be inspected so the meat may be sold as such.

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Carcass animals will not be in the market beef rate of gain contest.

All beef carcasses in the contest will be evaluated under three different sets of criteria: Performance Carcass Contest – ranked on retail value per day on test, using Iowa State Fair Beef of Merit formula. Rankings will include adjustments for rate of gain, carcass traits (rib eye, back fat, kidney, heart, and pelvic fat and USDA quality grade) and current carcass prices.

High Quality Grade Value Grid – ranked on net premium per hundred weight of carcass, as evaluated against and industry accepted grid-pricing formula that rewards high quality grade cattle. Premiums and discounts will be placed on each carcass based on individual measurements and current market prices.

Larger premiums will be placed on Prime, Certified Angus Beef and Choice cattle.

High Retail Product Value Grid – ranked on net premium per hundred weight of carcass as evaluated against an industry accepted grid-pricing formula that rewards high lean, well-muscled cattle. Premiums and discounts will be placed on each carcass based on individual measurements and current market prices.

Larger premiums will be placed on USDA Yield Grade 1 and 2 cattle.

BEEF BREEDING ANIMALS Superintendents............. Dave Orman (814-2599), Kyle Shaw (670-0279), Clayton Hester (2955013), Bret Spurgin (895-2291) Check-In…………………Monday, July 13th 6:30-8:00 p.m.

Judged..............................…....Thursday, July 16th 8:00 a.m.

Pavilion Heifer Tattooing .................Saturday, May 2nd 8:00-9:00 a.m.

Southern Iowa Fairgrounds **All Breeding Heifers (Purebred & Commercial) will report to the Southern Iowa Fairground to have females tattooed or checked with registration papers on May 2nd. ** (Note: Also see General Regulations) Heifer - a female born on or after September 1, 2013.

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1. Entries are open to commercial or purebred females.

Registered animals are eligible to show in purebred classes, if they are registered with their respective breed association. "Polled" breeds will show with corresponding horn breeds. If no papers are present, animals will show in commercial class. There will be no allowance for a shrink factor due to hauling loss.

Any cow showing without a calf will not be eligible for first or second in the class and cannot compete in championship classes.

2. Tattoos are required for all purebred and commercial beef heifers. All heifers need a tattoo (4-H or Farm, NO EXCEPTIONS). For purebred heifers the tattoo must match the tattoo on the registration papers. The calfhood vaccination tattoo is not acceptable identification. The animal’s birth date must be listed on the breeding beef identification report. Tattoos must & will be checked or given at December weighin or May 2 ONLY. 3. Superintendents reserve the right to divide any class.

Purebred heifers will be shown by age (youngest to oldest). Commercial heifers will be shown by weight, which will be weighed with the market beef on Monday, July 13th between 6:30-8:00 p.m.

4. Members may show 3 heifers and 3 cow/calf pairs.

5. To establish a purebred class, there must be at least 2 entries, if only one; animals will show in the All Other Breeds (AOB) class, unless two calves from the same exhibitor end up in AOB together. If so, the exhibitor will have the choice of putting one in AOB or commercial classes. If a 4-H’er has a heifer that would be in the AOB class, he or she must designate at weigh-in if he or she wants to put in the AOB class or commercial class.

6. All division champions will be wiped with a towel to check for color or color agents prior to entering the show ring for the championship drive.

Class 1. Angus Class 11. Murray Grey Class 2. Belgian Blue Class 12. Red Angus Class 3. Brangus Class 13. Saler

102 Class 4. Charolais Class 14. Simmental Class 5. Chianina Class 15. Shorthorn Class 6. Gelbvieh Class 16. Appendix Shorthorn Class 7. Hereford Class 17. South Devon Class 8. Limousin Class 18. AOB Class 9. MaineTainer Class 19. Commercial Class 10. High % Maine Anjou Supreme Female Reserve Supreme Female MARKET BEEF Superintendents............. Dave Orman (814-2599), Kyle Shaw (670-0279), Clayton Hester (2955013), Bret Spurgin (895-2291) Weigh-In……………..Monday, July 13th, with breeding beef Judged........................Thursday, July 16th, after breeding beef (Note: Also see General Regulations) 1. Entries are open to grade and purebred heifers or steers showing beef characteristics.

2. Members are allowed a total of six market beef to be weighed and ear tagged by the December weigh-in.

4-H/FFA exhibitors must show their beef in the classes that they designated at December weigh-in.

3. Market steers must have over a daily rate of gain of 2.40 lbs. per day and market heifers a daily rate of gain of 2.20 lbs. per day to be eligible for first or second place in weight class and to compete in Championship classes. There will be no allowance for a shrink factor due to hauling loss.

4. Second year (2014) bucket bottle calves that were designated at December weigh-in may be shown in the Market Animal/Return Bucket Bottle class.

5. The exhibitor number must be worn in the Pavilion.

Exhibitor numbers may be collected at the 4-H Office prior to the show. The rate of gain or weight per day of age, which is furnished by the 4-H Staff, will be worn so it is visible to the judges. The exhibitor card

103 must be worn in both the Market and Breeding divisions.

6. Painting, dyeing and use of color agents on beef animals is not condoned by Fair Officials. Beef projects which show evidence of this will not be permitted into the show ring. If a color or coloring agent rubs off an animal rubbed with either a towel or hand, that animal will be disqualified. Exhibitors can use colored grooming aids on hooves only. All division champions may be wiped with a towel to check for color or coloring agents prior to entering the show ring for the championship drive.

7. No artificial aides such as tail head or tail fins will be permitted. No artificial tails/switches will be permitted.

8. No icing or artificial means of cooling an animal will be allowed in the Pavilion.

9. Each exhibitor may be accompanied by one person in the check-in area. This person MUST be an immediate family member or a current Iowa 4H’er/Iowa FFA Member. However, the exhibitor is solely responsible for all grooming and leading of the animal from the time they enter the check-in area to the time they exit the ring.

10. After a class has been placed in the show ring, officials reserve the right to re-inspect animals for color or sharp practices. If such is found, the animal will be barred from further championship competition and forfeit all premium money.

11. Show Ring assistance is available when needed; no other assistance is permitted in the show ring unless previously approved by the Mahaska County 4-H Youth Committee.

BUCKET/BOTTLE CALF Superintendent.... Dennis Antolik (969-4858) & Andy Ozinga Check-In……….Monday, July 13th 2:00-4:00 p.m. B/B Barn Interviews......................Wednesday, July 15th 1:00-3:00 p.m.

DAV Building Judging in Pavilion .................Thursday, July 16th 1:00 p.m.

(If beef show runs after 1:00 p.m., B/B calf show will immediately follow Beef show) (Note: Also see General Regulations)

104 *The project record sheet and feed record sheet MUST be turned into the Mahaska County Extension Office by July 2nd.

Records not turned in by the deadline are not eligible for a blue ribbon.

1. Any 4-H or FFA member may exhibit in this class, provided the member is enrolled in the Bucket/Bottle project. One exhibit per member.

2. Any newborn or orphan calf, steer or heifer, dairy or beef that is calved between February 1 and April 30 of the current year may be shown.

3. If purchased, the calf must be purchased and in possession of member within 2 weeks of birth; identified by tagging, and identified on the livestock identification tab in 4hOnline by Friday, May 15, 2015.

4. Calf must be bucket or bottle fed (no nursing).

5. Calves will be shown at halter.

6. Calves may be divided into classes depending on number of exhibitors.

7. Each exhibitor will be interviewed in regard to management and care of calf and what they’ve learned.

8. All Bucket/Bottle calves returning for the next year’s Southern Iowa Fair must be ear tagged by the beef Superintendents immediately following the Bucket/Bottle show at the Pavilion.

9. Judging to be based on: - What member has learned about care and raising of the calf.

- The fitting and showing of the calf (according to beef or dairy guidelines) with emphasis on what the member has learned.

- General health, conditions and management of the calf and exhibitors knowledge of this area.

- Conformation or quality of the calf will not be considered since purchase should not be on this basis.

- A completed Record Sheet.

10. 4-H’ers and calves will be introduced at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday following the Beef Show in the Pavilion.

11. Older 4-H’ers will be judged first and younger members last.

105 BOTTLE LAMB Superintendent..…………………..Holly Smith (660-2779) Bottle Lamb Weigh-in....Saturday, May 2nd, 8:00-10:00 a.m.

Southern Iowa Fairgrounds Fair Bottle Lamb Check-in……..Monday, July 14th, 1:00-2:00 p.m. in Bottle Lamb/Sheep Barn Interviews…...Tuesday, July 14th, 3:00-4:30 p.m., DAV Bldg.

Judged……..……Wednesday, July 15th, 8:00 a.m. in Pavilion *The project record sheet and feed record sheet MUST be turned in to the Mahaska County Extension Office by July 2nd. Records not turned in by the deadline are not eligible for a blue ribbon.

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Any 4-H or FFA member may exhibit in this class, provided the member is enrolled in this project. A member may identify more than one bottle lamb, however only one lamb may be exhibited at the fair.

The project record sheet must be turned in before the lamb can be exhibited at the fair.

2. Any newborn lamb or orphan lamb born between January 1 and April 30, of the current year may be exhibited.

3. Lambs must be ear tagged at May 2nd weigh-in and be identified on the livestock identification form due in 4hOnline by Friday, May 15, 2015.

4. Lambs will be bottle-fed (no nursing). Lambs must be weaned at least two weeks before the fair. No bottle-feeding will be allowed at the fair.

5. Lambs may or may not be shown at halter; however lambs must be led to the ring on a halter.

6. Lambs being exhibited as Bottle Lambs may not be exhibited in any other county 4-H or FFA livestock/pet show 7. Lambs may be divided into classes depending on the number of exhibitors.

8. Each exhibitor will be interviewed in regard to the management and care of the lamb and what they’ve learned.

Judging will be based on: - What the member has learned about the care and raising of the lamb.

- General health, conditions, and management of the lamb and exhibitors knowledge of this area.

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- The fitting and showing of the lamb with emphasis on what the member has learned.

9. Conformation of the lamb will not be considered since purchase should not be on this basis.

Lambs do not need to be sheared. They must arrive clean and remain clean during the fair. All tails must be docked no later than May 31.

10. Bottle lambs will be penned separately from the Market Lambs.

BOTTLE GOAT Superintendents…………….….Jason Schipper (670-0313), Jerry Rempe (660-3357) & Holly Smith (660-2779) Bottle Goat Weigh-in........Saturday, May 2nd, 10-11 a.m.

Southern Iowa Fairgrounds Fair Bottle Goat Check-in…..Monday, July 13th, 1-2 p.m. in Bottle Lamb/Sheep Barn, with Superintendents Interviews…….Tuesday, July 14, 3:00-4:30 p.m., DAV Bldg.

Judged……………Wednesday, July 15, 8:00 a.m. in Pavilion *The project record sheet and feed record sheet MUST be turned in to the Mahaska County Extension Office by July 2nd. Records not turned in by the deadline are not eligible for a blue ribbon.

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Any newborn goat or orphan goat born between January 1 and April 30, of the current year may be exhibited.

Goats must be ear tagged at May 2nd weigh-in and be identified on the livestock identification form due in the Extension Office by Friday, May 15, 2015. If goat’s ears are too small to tag, goats must be tattooed prior to May 15. Tattoos can be given by superintendents or arrangements

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4. Goats will be bottle-fed (no nursing). Goats must be weaned at least two weeks before the fair. No bottle-feeding will be allowed at the fair.

5. Goats may or may not be shown at halter; however goats must be led to the ring on a halter.

6. Goats being exhibited as Bottle Goats may not be exhibited in any other county 4-H or FFA livestock/pet show.

7. Goats may be divided into classes depending on the number of exhibitors.

8. Each exhibitor will be interviewed in regard to the management and care of the goat and what they’ve learned.

Judging will be based on: - What the member has learned about the care and raising of the goat.

- General health, conditions, and management of the goat and exhibitors knowledge of this area.

- A completed feed record sheet and project record sheet.

- The fitting and showing of the goat with emphasis on what the member has learned.

9. Conformation of the goat will not be considered since purchase should not be on this basis.

DAIRY CATTLE Superintendents........................Merry Anne Adair (295-1123) & Maaika Hol Check-In…Monday, July 13 by 6:00 p.m. with Superintendent Judged..................………...Wednesday, July 15th, 12:30 p.m. in Pavilion (Note: Also see General Regulations) 1. Exhibitors may enter only one purchased animal in each class, but may enter a total of six head, if they wish, providing dams were former 4-H and FFA club heifers and the registration certificates show the exhibitor to have been the breeder of the heifers being exhibited.

2. Dairy replacement project members may exhibit three purchased heifers. Members may enter grade dairy animals. Superintendents will put grade

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All Milk Cows showing in Cow classes must have been in milk in the past 12 months.

Calves-Born between September 1 of prior year and April 30 of current year.

Heifers – (Born September 1 to August 31) 11-23 months old.

Cows – (Born before September 1) 23 months old and over, (that member has had a project previously and/or purchase cow) Exhibitors must wear white pants.

A Dairy Superintendent will check all purebred animals’ registration papers. Dairy animals must be identified by drawing, freeze brand, tattoo, or state coded ear tag. The calfhood vaccination tattoo is not acceptable identification.

All dairy animals must be stalled on Monday, July 13 except dairy cows in milk. They must be checked in with a dairy Superintendent by 12:00 p.m. the day of the show and will be released by a dairy Superintendent after being judged.

Classes: Showmanship - Senior, Intermediate & Junior Ayrshire Junior Yrlg. Heifer (March 1 - August 31of prior year) Guernsey Calves Jersey Heifers Holstein Junior Heifer Calves (born after Dec. 1 of prior year) Holstein Senior Yrlg. Heifers (12-18 months old by Feb. 28 of current year) Ayrshire Junior Heifer Calves (born after Dec. 1 of prior year) Ayrshire Junior Yrlg. Heifers (Sept.1 of prior year - Feb. 28 of current year) Jersey Calves Guernsey Cows Holstein Senior Heifer Calves (born Sept. 1 - Nov. 30 of prior year) Champion & Reserve Guernsey Ayrshire Senior Heifer Calves (born Sept. 1 - Nov. 30 of prior year) Holstein Cows Guernsey Heifers Champion & Reserve Holstein

109 Holstein Junior Yrlg. Heifer (March 1 - August 31 of prior year) Champion & Reserve Ayrshire Cow/Calf (must be heifer of cow) Brown Swiss Heifer DAIRY GOATS Superintendents.........................Merry Anne Adair (295-1123) & Maaika Hol Check-In………………….……Monday, July 13 by 6:00 p.m. with Superintendents Judged..........................………...Wednesday, July 15th, following Dairy Cattle (Note: Also see General Regulations) 1. Goats must have scrapie tags in place prior to arriving at the fair.

2. All goats must be penned or tied in area designated

by Superintendents.

3. Exhibitors may enter their animals in the Milking class.

4. Each exhibitor can show 2 animals per class, but may enter a total of eight head. This is with the exception of Doe & Kid class (1 Doe and 1 Doe Kid being a single unit).

5. Does 24 months of age or over which have never freshened shall not be shown.

6. Exhibitors shall not substitute an animal without cause and approval of the Superintendents.

7. Exhibitors must wear white pants.

Classes: Showmanship - Senior, Intermediate and Junior Junior Division (Does under 24 months of age that are not in milk and have never freshened) Class 1. 12 months & under Class 2. 12 months to 24 months Class 3. Junior Champion & Reserve Champion Senior Division (Does in milk or that have freshened) Class 4. 12 month to 24 month Does that have freshened Class 5. 3 years & under Class 6. 3 years & over Class 7. Senior champion & Reserve Champion Class 8. Doe & Kid class (Kid has to be Doe Kid and must be current year offspring of Doe) Dairy Goat Milking Contest in the Dairy Barn after the show.

110 DOG Superintendents....................... Regina Hoy (660-0772) & Sharis Claver (799-4085) Judged.....................Monday, July 13th, 9:00 a.m. in the Pavilion (Note: Also see General Regulations) 1. Entries are open to dogs identified on the Livestock Verification Form in 4hOnline as 4-H/Clover Kids animal projects by May 15 of the current year that meet the division and class qualifications. FFA exhibitors must complete and turn in paper identification forms by May 15, 2015.

2. Dogs in this show can be purebred or mixed breed that are owned by the exhibitor or in partnership with their parent/guardian. In all cases, the dog is to have been trained, cared for and managed by the exhibitor.

3. HEALTH REQUIREMENTS: Must bring current Rabies Certificate or an official Certificate of Veterinarian Inspection with the rabies certificate number listed and date of vaccination to the Fair.

4. Housing cannot be provided on the Fairgrounds for dog entries; thus, exhibitors should plan to arrive on Monday prior to the show and will be released at the completion of the show.

5. Exhibitor Conduct: Exhibitors shall not strike dogs nor use any other unnecessarily harsh physical means of disciplining dogs. The exhibitor must be ready when the class is called.

6. Exhibitor Dress: A clean 4-H/FFA/Clover Kids tshirt or white shirt is appropriate for this show.

Jeans, shorts, or pants must be worn, athletic shorts and short shorts are not appropriate for this show.

7. Dogs are to be shown by 4-H/FFA/Clover Kids members who identified them in May. No changes may be made to ID Form in 4hOnline or on paper after May 15.

8. Exhibitor and dog experience determine the class levels.

9. This is not an AKC sanctioned dog show.

10. No harsh or excessive corrections are to be made on the grounds.

11. All exhibitors will be held responsible for their animal’s behavior at all times while on the fairgrounds. Any aggressive dog must be under full

111 control of the exhibitor at all times. It will be the Superintendent’s discretion on whether or not an aggressive dog will be disqualified. The decision will be based upon safety concerns for other exhibitors and their dogs as well as if the dog in question is a distraction during classes.

12. All 4-H, Clover Kids and FFA youth intending to show at the Southern Iowa Fair must attend, at least, six Mahaska County 4-H sponsored training classes during the spring and summer months. Clover Kids will only be eligible for participation ribbons; this opportunity is for educational purposes only.

Classes: Clover Kids Class – Obedience. Dogs to be judged on recall, heel, sit & down all on leash Class 1 A - Pre-Novice - Obedience. Dogs to be judged on heel, stand, recall, figure 8, long sit, long down all on leash.

(First year Exhibitor and first year dogs ONLY.) Class 1 B – Pre-Novice – Obedience. Dogs to be judged on heel, stand, recall, figure 8, long sit, long down all on leash.

(First year dog and second year or more Exhibitors) Class 2 – Sub-Novice - Obedience. Dogs to be judged on heel and figure 8 on leash, stand, recall, long sit, and down off leash. (Second year dog and second year Exhibitor).

Class 3 - Novice A - Dogs to be judged on Heel (on and off leash), figure 8 on leash, recall, stand for examination, sit and down (all off leash).

Class 4 A - Graduate Novice – Dogs will open heel free, figure 8 off leash, moving stand and examination, dumbbell recall, and long down with handler out of sight for 3 minutes.

Class 4 B – Graduate Novice – Dogs will open heel free, figure 8 off leash, moving stand and examination, dumbbell recall, recall over high jump and broad jump off leash, and long down with handler out of sight for 3 minutes.

Class 5 - Dog Care - (exhibitors must have participated in the obedience classes to participate). Dogs to be judged on general condition and appearance.

Clover Kids Class – Agility – (exhibitors must have participated in the obedience classes to participate) Exhibitors must have attended the agility training classes.

Class 6 A – Agility – 1st year small dogs (exhibitors must have participated in the obedience classes to participate).

Exhibitors must have attended the agility training classes

112 Class 6 B– Agility – 2nd year & above small dogs – (exhibitors must have participated in the obedience classes to participate). Exhibitors must have attended the agility training classes.

Class 6 C – Agility – 1st year large dogs – (exhibitors must have participated in the obedience classes and attended agility classes.)

Class 6 D – Agility – 2nd year & above large dogs– (exhibitors must have participated in the obedience classes and attended agility classes.)

Class 6 E – Agility – Off-Leash – 2nd year & above small dogs– (exhibitors must have participated in the obedience classes and attended agility classes.)

Class 6 F – Agility – Off-Leash – 2nd year & above large dogs– (exhibitors must have participated in the obedience classes and attended agility classes.)

HORSES Superintendents……………………Sylvia Brown (799-5794), Jennifer Fynaardt (402917-0533), Kayla Scholtus (660-9321) Check-In………………….Tuesday, July 14th, 4:00-6:00 p.m.

Judged……...Thursday, July 16th, 2:00 p.m. – Outdoor Arena (Games) Friday, July 17th, 8:00 a.m. – Outdoor Arena Exhibitor Meeting……………..Tuesday, July 14th, 6:00 p.m.

Check-in tables (Note: Also see General Regulations) All Horse exhibitors must follow rules as stated in the Rules and Regulations for 4-H Equine Shows in Iowa handbook that is available through ISU Extension.

2. Each exhibitor may enter three horses, mules or ponies at the fair. Exhibitors are classified as Junior: must have completed 4th, 5th or 6th grade; Intermediate: must have completed 7th, 8th or 9th grade; Senior: must have completed 10th, 11th or 12th grade.

3. A Mare and Foal may be entered as 1 unit. Both the mare and foal need to be identified separately on the 4-H Identification form. ID the unborn colts by noting the expected due date.

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5. Exhibitors may show each entry in only one halter class, with the exception of a mare and foal. Foals must be birthed by mare being exhibited.

6. Ownership regulations will generally conform to State 4-H rules and regulations for halter and performance classes. Horses shown in halter classes must be owned by the 4-H'er or in partnership with an immediate family member and identified with the 4-H'er. Immediate family is defined as parents, siblings or guardians. (Horses owned by distant family – aunts, uncles, cousins or grandparents – are considered leased horses.)

7. Horses will be checked in and stalled from 4:00-6:00 PM on Tuesday, July 14. Other arrangements for earlier check-in can be made with a Superintendent.

8. Each animal will be required to show health papers and drug affidavits (current within 30 days prior to the fair) for each horse by a certified veterinarian upon arrival and before going to its stall. The health condition of the animal(s) will need to be checked using the Henneke Body Conditioning Score System.

9. Exhibitors must also check in with superintendent(s) to sign up for classes and check stall assignments before taking horses to stalls.

10. Horse Release Time is immediately following the end of the Livestock Auction on Saturday, July 18 to allow for harness horse arrival. Youth exhibitors are required to clean stalls.

11. No horse is to be ridden on the Fairgrounds or in the horse barns except in the performance classes and in designated areas. (Must wear approved helmet whenever mounted during any event.)

Horse – any animal over 57”.

Pony/Mini Horse – any animal 57” and under. Ponies that are shoed have 1/2” deducted from height.

12. Entries will be measured at the fair, if questionable.

13. No farrier work is allowed on the fairgrounds.

Horses may be clipped inside stalls by exhibitor or immediate family member.

14. No horses will be ridden in the Show Pavilion unless otherwise posted.

15. ABSOLUTELY NO DOUBLE RIDING!

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Stone-washed jeans are not allowed. Western style boots are required. Appropriate style hats are to be worn consistent with the type of class. b. If weather is hot, short-sleeved shirts may be worn at superintendents’ discretion. c. 4-H armbands or 4-H chevrons will be required at the 4-H Horse Show. d. 4-H youth participating in Western Pleasure, Western games, hunt seat classes, hunt seat over fences, rodeo, team penning, team roping projects and any other mounted activities will wear American Society of Testing Materials (ASTM) and Safety Engineering Institute (SEI) approved protective head gear with chin strap and properly fitted harness when mounted and riding in 4-H horse activities.

19. Prohibited in timed events: over and under ropes on saddle horn.

20. No exhibitor may be tied buckled or fastened in the saddle in any manner or by any means (including rubber bands) for timed events.

21. Judges and Superintendents decisions are final.

22. In all running events, the exhibitor must be mounted & enter the arena gate at a walk. The gate will be closed before beginning the course. Exhibitor must dismount and lead horse or pony out of arena when finished with event.

23. A member may borrow a horse, pony or mule to be shown at the fair. If an animal is borrowed, an informal written lease must be signed by both parties and stapled to the members identification form.

LEASED ANIMALS ARE EXCLUDED FROM ALL HALTER CLASSES. 24. NO Stallions may be shown except in weanling or mare/foal classes.

25. Premiums will be paid for all horse classes unless notified otherwise.

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2015 Southern Iowa Fair Show Schedule Thursday, July 16th – CLASSES BEGIN 2 P.M. Class 1.

Senior Poles Class 2.

Intermediate Poles Class 3.

Junior Poles Class 4.

Senior Barrels Class 5.

Intermediate Barrels Class 6.

Junior Barrels Class 7.

Senior Flag Race Class 8.

Intermediate Flag Race Class 9.

Junior Flag Race Class 10.

Intermediate & Senior Ride-A-Buck Class Class 11.

Junior Ride-A-Buck Class If time allows, the following classes will be added: Musical Pairs (Ribbons awarded only, fun class) Panty Hose Race (Ribbons awarded only, fun class) Friday, July 17th - CLASSES BEGIN AT 8 A.M. (Ponies that are shoed will be given a ½ inch deduction from height.)

Class 12.

Pony& Miniature Horse 49”-57” Class 13.

Pony & Miniature Horse 48” and under *Champion and Reserve Champion Pony Class 14.

Mules (any size) *Champion and Reserve Champion Mule Class 15.

Mare and Foal Class 16.

Foals Class 17.

Brood Mare. (Mare must have delivered foal during current calendar year) Mare may not be shown in any other halter class except mare and foal.

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Yearling Class 19.

Two and Three-Year Old Horses Class 20.

Aged Mares, (ages 4 to 15) Class 21.

Aged Geldings, (ages 4 to 15) Class 22.

Aged Horses (Mares & Geldings 16 and over) Class 23.

Novice Horse. Any age mare or gelding horse and/or rider who has never competed except county fair and/or fun shows. *Champion & Reserve Champion Horse Class 24.

Senior Showmanship Class 25.

Intermediate Showmanship Class 26.

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Exhibition Showmanship (for any exhibitors who have received showmanship for their age group in past) ***20 Minute Break*** Class 28.

2 & 3 year old Western Pleasure (Horses unable to exhibit in any other pleasure class) Class 29.

Senior Western Pleasure Class 30.

Intermediate Western Pleasure Class 31.

Junior Western Pleasure Class 32.

Novice Walk-Trot (Horses unable to exhibit in any other pleasure class) Class 33.

Pony Pleasure – 57” and under. Any age pony and rider Class 34.

Mule Pleasure – Any age mule and rider Class 35.

Novice Pleasure – Any age. (Horse unable for any other pleasure class) Horse and/or rider never competed except county fair and/or fun show) Class 36.

Senior Horsemanship Class 37.

Intermediate Horsemanship Class 38.

Junior Horsemanship.

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Senior Trail Class 40.

Intermediate Trail Class 41.

Junior Trail LLAMAS Superintendent....................................................Merle Mann Check in……..Saturday, July 11th 4:00 p.m. in the Pavilion Judged.............Saturday, July 11th 5:00 p.m. in the Pavilion (Note: Also see General Regulations) 1. Entries open to youth enrolled in 4-H or FFA who have completed 4th-12th grade. Entries are open to llamas that have been enrolled in 4hOnline or on a paper FFA identification form by May 15.

2. Housing cannot be provided on the Fairgrounds for llama entries; thus, exhibitors should plan to arrive on Saturday prior to the show and will be released at the completion of the show. Trailers may be parked on the road surrounding the Pavilion, please be mindful to not block any of the entryways to the Pavilion.

3. Exhibitors must wear clean jeans and a 4-H or FFA tshirt while exhibiting llamas.

4. This is not a sanctioned llama show.

5. Exhibitors will be required to show health papers current within 30 days prior to the fair for each llama.

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6. Leased llamas may be exhibited, lease form must be completed and turned in with identification form by May 15.

7. Exhibitors will be entered into all 4 classes at checkin.

Llama classes are as follows: Obstacle – Llama and handler will be tested through completion of various activities related to reallife purposes Public Relations – Llama and handler will be tested for what may be encountered in the public (ie: schools, nursing homes, churches, parades, hospitals, etc.)

Pack – Tests the llamas packing skills with a pack Showmanship – Handler abilities with llamas on halter will be scored Try Your Hand At: LIVESTOCK JUDGING Judging Contest awards will be announced before the auction begins on Saturday morning.

Superintendent................................Pat Powers, Alyssa Foster, Miranda Johnson, Bret Spurgin Registration……………..…….Friday, July 17 1:30-2:00 PM Pavilion Judging...................................Friday, July 17 2:00-4:00 PM Pavilion 1. Competition is open to 4-H and FFA members, as well as a new open division, which is open to anyone.

Five to seven classes of livestock will be judged.

2. Classes to be judged may include placing of four animals, evaluation of market animals and/or questions about classes.

3. Teams will be made up of 3 to 4 individuals from the same Club or Chapter.

4. There will be six separate divisions of contestants: a. County 4-H Club Senior Teams: youth who have completed 10th, 11th or 12th grades. b. County 4-H Club Intermediate Teams: youth who have completed 7th, 8th or 9th grades. c. County 4-H Club Junior Teams: youth who have completed 4th, 5th or 6th grades. d. County FFA Club Teams: youth who are in grades 9-12 and involved in one of the counties FFA programs

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The oldest team member will dictate the team’s grade category.

Exhibitors whose animals are used in contest will be given $5.00 per animal used.

Animals for use during contest can be volunteered by writing the exhibitor’s name/animal on a paper posted in the barn. Superintendents may nominate animals as well.

MEAT GOAT Superintendents......................... Bruce Handy (660-3228) & Mark Nicholson (673-6265) Spring Weigh-in………...Saturday, May 2 10:00-11:00 a.m.

Fairgrounds Scale Fair Weigh-in……………...Monday, July 13 4:00-5:00 p.m.

Fairgrounds Scale Official Check-in……….……….Monday, July 13 5:00 p.m.

Meat Goat Barn Judging………………….…..Wednesday, July 15 2:00 p.m.

Pavilion Note: Also see General Regulations MARKET MEAT GOATS – WETHERS FARM CHECKS: Random farm checks may be performed by Superintendents after weigh-in and prior to show time.

This show is subject to the Southern Iowa Fair Livestock, 4-H & FFA Show Rules and the Special Rules listed in this section.

1. Entry: Entries are open to any breed or crossbred wether (castrated males). Pygmy Goat wethers may not be entered.

2. Entry Weigh-in: Entries will be weighed and ear tagged at the County Weigh-In on May 2, from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Each exhibitor may weigh-in six (6) animals. (No Breeding Does) 3. Entry Fair Weigh-In: Entries will be weighed in on Monday, July 13, from 4:00 – 5:00 PM. Each entry must weigh a minimum of forty (40) pounds and have all milk teeth in normal position at time of Fair Weigh-In.

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4-H Tag: Entries must have the original 4-H tag from the May 4th Weigh-In in the ear to be eligible to show. Wethers without original tags are ineligible.

If a tag is lost, contact the Superintendents immediately so the wether can be retagged.

Maximum Entries: A maximum of four (4) entries per exhibitor will be allowed.

Horns: Exhibitors will be required to have all horns tipped blunt so as not to present a safety hazard or be disbudded/dehorned Hair: Entries must be shorn with 3/8� of hair or less above the knees and hock joints. No painting, powdering and/or artificial coloring is allowed.

Clipping of the tail is optional.

Market wethers are automatically entered in the Rate of Gain contest and must have weighed in on May 2nd. An award will be given to the Rate of Gain Champion.

Restraint/Bracing: Wethers must be broke to lead.

Exhibitors will be allowed to use halters, collars or collar with a short lead in the show ring. Bracing of wethers will be allowed if the animal has all (four) 4 feet on the ground.

Drenching: Drenching will not be allowed. If there are health concerns involved regarding dehydration, the show veterinarian should be contacted.

Health/Care: Wethers must be free of any sign of disease and external parasites or they will be disqualified. Exhibitors are expected to care for their wethers in an acceptable manner. Abusive treatment of animals is prohibited. Any abuse including slapping or excessive modification of wethers will be grounds for disqualification at the discretion of the show officials.

Class Division: Classes will be determined by weight of animal at Fair Weigh-In on Monday, July 13, 4:00 PM. Championship and Reserve Championship: The champion will be selected from the first place winners of the individual classes. The reserve champion will be selected from the remaining first place winners plus the second place winner of the class from which the champion was chosen.

Disqualification of Placed Animals: Should a first placed wether be disqualified after winning its class,

120 but before selection of champion, the second and third place animals will move up to first and second in the class and compete for champion.

BREEDING MEAT GOATS - DOES & BUCKS Superintendents........................... Bruce Handy (660-3228) & Mark Nicholson (673-6265) Spring Weigh-in………....Saturday, May 2 10:00-11:00 a.m.

Fairgrounds Scale Fair Weigh-in……………...Monday, July 13 4:00-5:00 p.m.

Fairgrounds Scale Official Check-in……….….Monday, July 13 5:00 p.m. Meat Goat Barn Judging……………………..Wednesday, July 15 2:00 p.m.

Pavilion ALL EXHIBITORS ARE REQUIRED TO MEET IN THE MEAT GOAT BARN AT 5:00 ON MONDAY FOR OFFICIAL MEAT GOAT CHECK-IN WITH BREEDING PAPERWORK. ABSOLUTELY NO EXCEPTIONS. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE YOUR PAPERS, YOU WILL NOT SHOW! 1. This show is subject to the Southern Iowa Fair Livestock, 4-H & FFA Show Rules and the Special Rules listed in this section.

2. Breeding Meat Goats must be designated on the Livestock Identification Form by Friday, May 15, 2015, at 4:30 p.m. All paperwork and personal Code of Ethics must be turned in by this time. You must use http://iowa.4honline.com to complete all identification of animals and Code of Ethics. Drug Affidavit forms will not be due until July 8.

3. Entry: Each exhibitor may enter two (2) goats per class.

4. Eligibility: Entries are open to any breed or crossbred does. Does may be commercial and/or registered. Commercial classes are for does that are not registered. Percentage classes are for registered does that are 50% to 88%. Full Blood classes are for registered does that are 94% and higher and bucks that are 97% and higher. Pygmy Goats may not be entered.

5. Eartags & Identification: Breeding stock must be tagged with a scrapie tag if not registered. If registered, the breeding animal should have an

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6. Health/Care: Goats must be free of any sign of disease and external parasites or they will be disqualified. Exhibitors are expected to care for their goats in an acceptable manner. Abusive treatment of animals is prohibited. Any abuse including slapping or excessive modification of goats will be grounds for disqualification at the discretion of the show officials.

7. Restraint: Goats must be broke to lead. Exhibitors will be allowed to use halters, collars or collar with a short lead in the show ring.

8. Fitting: Fitting will be left up to the discretion of the exhibitor. No painting, powdering, or artificial coloring is allowed. The tail being clipped is optional.

9. Full Blood Buck Kids: All buck kids must be washed and clipped prior to arrival at the Fair and kept as odor free as possible. If a buck kid is deemed to be a hazard or odor problem as determined by the Superintendents, he will not be allowed to show and will have to be removed from the grounds.

10. Championship and Reserve Championship: The Champion will be selected from the first place winners of the individual classes in each division.

The Reserve Champion will be selected from the remaining first place winners and the second place winner of the class from which the Champion was chosen. The Division Champions will compete for Grand Champion. The Reserve Grand Champion will be selected from the remaining Division Champion and the Reserve Champion of the Division from which the Grand Champion was chosen.

11. Disqualification of Placed Animals: Should a first placed animal be disqualified after winning its class, but before its respective division championship, the second and third place animals will move up to first and second in the class and compete for champion in the division. If a second place animal is disqualified, the third place animal will move up. Should a division champion be disqualified after winning its division, but before selection of Grand Champion, the reserve division champion will move up to champion and compete for Grand Champion. No attempt will

122 be made to replace the reserve division champion. If a reserve division champion animal is disqualified, no shifting upward will occur and no attempt to replace the reserve champion will be made.

Classes: (Classes may change at Show Superintendents’ discretion, due to class sizes after fair check-in) Commercial and Percentage Boer Does Doe Kid – 0 – 4 Months Doe Kid – 4 – 8 Months Doe Kid – 8 – 12 Months Junior Champion Commercial/Percentage Doe Junior Reserve Champion Commercial/Percentage Doe Yearling Doe – Over 12 Months to 24 Months Senior Doe– Over 24 Months Senior Champion Commercial/Percentage Doe Senior Reserve Champion Commercial/Percentage Doe Grand Champion Commercial/Percentage Doe Reserve Grand Champion Commercial/Percentage Doe Full Blood Boer Does Doe Kid – 0 – 4 Months Doe Kid – 4 – 8 Months Doe Kid – 8 – 12 Months Junior Champion Full Blood Doe Junior Reserve Champion Full Blood Doe Yearling Doe – Over 12 Months to 24 Months Senior Doe – Over 24 Months Senior Champion Full Blood Doe Senior Reserve Champion Full Blood Doe Grand Champion Full Blood Doe Reserve Grand Champion Full Blood Doe Full Blood Boer Bucks Buck Kid – 0 – 4 Months Buck Kid – 4 – 8 Months Buck Kid – 8 – 12 Months Grand Champion Full Blood Buck Reserve Grand Champion Full Blood Buck POULTRY Superintendents..............................Helena Hayes (673-0876) & Lindsay Maxwell (660-3246) Check in………...Monday, July 13th 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

Judged........…Tuesday, July 14th 9:00 a.m. in the Sale Ring

123 **All birds must be tested for Pullorum-typhoid within 90 days of the fair, with the exception of doves and pigeons.

Testing day will be held on the third Saturday of June from 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. To help cover the cost of the antigen, a fee of $0.25 will be charged per bird. If you cannot make the testing day, please contact a superintendent to make other arrangements. (Note: Also see General Regulations) 1.

All birds exhibited must be listed on the electronic Poultry ID form with the Extension Office. Forms are due in 4hOnline by May 15. http://iowa.4honline.com (help sheets are located at www.extension.iastate.edu/mahaska) 2. Birds must be checked in by 11:00 a.m. Monday, July 13 or they will not be eligible to show.

3. Fair officials will inspect cages and exhibit areas for cleanliness and animal husbandry throughout the week. Please ensure that all animals have adequate feed and water at all times.

4. Exhibitors may show up to two entries per breed, per class. (i.e. 4-Her may not show more than two Barred Rock Hens in class 3b.) Each bird may be shown in only one class.

5. Exhibitors will be limited to 8 entries. (Pens of three equal one entry.)

6. Exhibition classes will be judged according to the APA Standard of Perfection.

7. Showmanship will take place during the show. All exhibitors are encouraged to participate. Previous division winners are also included but are not eligible to win in the same division twice. Showmanship divisions include: Junior (grades 4-6) Intermediate (grades 7 – 9) and Senior (grades 10 – 12.) Awards will be given for champion of each age division.

8. Purple, blue, or red ribbons will be given for each class entry. Champion and Reserve will be awarded for each division in the show. An Overall Grand Champion and Reserve Champion of Show will be awarded to one division champion.

Definitions are as follows: Cock – Male bird over one year of age Hen – Female bird over one year of age Cockerel – Male bird under one year of age Pullet – Female bird under one year of age

124 Pen of Three – Three birds of the same sex, age, and breed Divisions: Educational Exhibit Class 1a. Poster, portfolio, or any other exhibit detailing an exhibitor’s poultry project. This class is to encourage a youth to share more about their poultry project in any capacity they choose. These will be judged prior to the show and one champion educational exhibit will be awarded during the show.

Layers Class 2a. Pen of three layer pullets Class 2b. Pen of three layer hens Special Broiler Class (3 pens per exhibitor) Class 3a. Pen of three broilers Exhibition Largefowl Class 4a. Cock Class 4b. Hen Class 4c. Cockerel Class 4d. Pullet Showmanship (Senior, Intermediate, Junior) Exhibition Bantams Class 5a. Cock Class 5b. Hen Class 5c. Cockerel Class 5d. Pullet Mixed Breeds Class 6a. Any single crossbred bird Mahaska County Born and Bred This class is to encourage the breeding of an exhibitor’s flock; therefore, parent stock must be owned by exhibitor.

Class 7a. Single bird hatched by exhibitor Waterfowl Class 8a. Single duck Class 8d. Single goose Turkeys Class 9a. Single turkey Pigeons Class 10a. Single pigeon Game birds Class 11a. Single gamebird (Includes pheasants, quail, peacocks, doves, guineas, etc.)

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PETS Judging..........................Saturday, July 18 4:00 p.m. Pavilion (Note: Also see General Regulations) 1. The pet class is for animals that cannot be exhibited in any other class at the fair.

2. All pets will be conference judged in the Pavilion.

3. Eligibility of Exhibitor – Entries are open to any current (2014-2015) Clover Kids (K-3)/4-H/FFA members who desire to exhibit the live animal.

4. 4-H/FFA members who prefer not to exhibit live animals may prepare and exhibit in the Animal Science Class. Each member must care for and manage own exhibit.

5. Participants must sign in upon arrival to Pavilion.

Eligibility of Animals 1. Animals must be owned by the exhibitor or exhibitor’s family and in possession of exhibitor.

2. All pets must be healthy at the time of the show.

3. No wildlife or ferrets are allowed.

4. All animals must be confined in a proper cage, container or on leash.

5. All dogs and cats exhibited must bring a current rabies certificate. Remember, all pets must meet state health requirements for exhibiting, i.e. Chinese pigs must have a record of a negative pseudorabies test within 30 days.

6. Pets must be housed in appropriate cages at all times and/or be under the control of the exhibitor.

7. Exhibitors must supply necessary equipment for housing and feeding while at the Fairgrounds. It is recommended that you feed your pet well in advance of the show.

8. Judging – Exhibits will be evaluated with verbal questions from the judge on health, nutrition, grooming, behavior and housing of the pet. If the pet isn’t brought in its usual habitat, you may want to bring a photograph of the pet in its home habitat. During judging time your pet may be handled by the judge.

9. Pets will be entered, judged, and then released after the show.

Classes Cats Kittens (4 to 8 months old) a. Long Hair

126 b. Short Hair Adult Cats a. Long Hair b. Short Hair Dogs-under 1 year of age Bird(s) (any poultry, except for doves & pigeons, must have Pullorum Testing within 3 days prior to the fair) Fish Gerbils Guinea Pigs Hamsters Mice/Rats Mixed Breed Rabbits Reptiles Amphibians Llama Pygmy Goats Other pet – if unsure, please call the Extension office prior to fair (673-5841) Small Pet Trick Costumed Pet RABBITS Superintendent..................Adam Antolik & MaKayla Scanlon Check in…………..Monday, July 13th, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. with Superintendents in Rabbit Barn Judged......Wednesday, July 15th, 6:00-8:00 p.m. in Sale Ring (Note: Also see General Regulations) 1. Rabbits must be owned by exhibitor.

2. Rabbits must be checked in by a Superintendent before caging, NO exceptions 3. All tattoos will be checked against the ID form due into the Extension office on May 15. Tattoos must be readable and in the rabbit’s ear by Friday, May 15, NO EXCEPTIONS! NO late IDs will be accepted.

4. All rabbit exhibitors are required to test or train for FSQA (Food Safety Quality Assurance).

5. A Rabbit Tattooing Clinic will be held at the Mahaska County Extension office on Monday, May 4 from 6:30-7:30 p.m. in the basement 4-H Room.

6. Exhibitor is limited to two bucks per breed and age division and/or two does per breed and age division.

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Exhibitor is limited to two meat pens. Meat Pen rabbits must weigh between 3-5 pounds and be under 10 weeks of age.

8. All rabbits must be positively identified with a tattoo in the left ear.

9. Only rabbits exhibited are eligible for sale through the auction.

10. No commercial rabbit shall be exhibited if less than 3 lbs.

11. Rabbits and pens must be cared for at least twice daily, with cleaning under cage daily. Please check the Herdsmanship rules in this book to find out when Herdsmanship in the barns will be judged. Extra care must be given in case of hot weather conditions.

Member is RESPONSIBLE for care of animals.

12. Cleaning under cages must be done TWICE daily.

NO PLASTIC will be allowed to be placed on the ground under the cages.

13. Food pans must be approved by Superintendent.

14. Members must carry own rabbits to show table (except meat pen).

15. Members may receive the Showmanship award only once as a Junior, Intermediate and Senior showman.

16. All rabbits not going to auction will be released beginning at 6:00 a.m. on Sunday, July 19.

17. Dress code applies from general rules. Please be sure to dress appropriately. 4-H/FFA shirt or a clean white t-shirt is a requirement. If not wearing appropriate clothing, youth will be asked to change before stepping into show ring. Please make sure that shirts are tucked in and clothing is as clean as possible. NO CELL PHONES IN THE SHOWRING! Divisions: BREEDING RABBITS (Commercial and Fancy) 1. Entries are limited to Purebred rabbits of recognized breeds and judged per each breed standard.

2. Rabbits will be shown by breed and age.

A. Commercial Rabbits: Senior: 8 months and over Intermediate: 6-8 months Junior: not over 6 months of age B. Fancy Rabbits: Senior: over 6 months of age Junior: not over 6 months of age

128 C. Meat Pen Meat Pen will consist of three rabbits of the same breed and variety. Age limit not over 10 weeks and weight limit not over five pounds each.

Each exhibitor may enter two meat pens.

D. Single Fryer Single Fryer consists of one rabbit not over 10 weeks of age and not over five pounds.

This division allows crossbred rabbits; however, they must be of the same variety.

Each exhibitor is limited to one Single Fryer entry. This fryer may be pulled from the meat pen.

SHEEP Superintendents.........Reg Randau, Steve De Jong (673-8127), Lisa Kinkade (660-1906) GENERAL RULES 1. Exhibitors are expected to care for their lambs in an acceptable manner. No muzzles are allowed. No icing of lambs allowed. Only tap water may be sprayed or applied to lambs. No ice allowed in spray buckets or blankets. Any abusive care including slapping or excessive modification of lambs will be grounds for disqualification at the discretion of the superintendents. Drenching will not be allowed.

Some of the products being used are not labeled for animal use. There are quality assurance issues involved with this practice. If there are health concerns involved regarding dehydration, the official Fair Veterinarian should be contacted.

2. Water must be in pens at all times, show day is an exception.

3. All exhibitors should be with the sheep at fair weighin time.

4. Only the exhibitor is allowed at the Scale Area when weighing in. Assistance is welcome, but must be parent or other club member.

5. All exhibitors are responsible to take down and clean their own pens.

6. All 4 feet must be on the ground when being touched by judge. If animal jumps, it is at the Superintendents’ discretion. Animals must be settled back down immediately following a jump.

Exhibitors will receive one warning if they are found lifting or slapping lambs. Second offenses will result

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7. All lambs but those designated as “breeding� are eligible for sale. 4-H/FFA members must notify Fair Board Members/Staff at the Administration Building if they plan to run their animals through the auction

by Noon on Friday.

8. All lambs designated as Breeding Sheep must have scrapie tags in before the Fair Weigh-in on Monday.

9. Ear tags must match identification forms. No exceptions. Any evidence of tampering with official tags will be scrutinized.

10. All lambs must be born after January 1 of current year.

11. A Yearling ewe is defined as having been born during the previous calendar year.

12. Sheep project members are expected to house and provide care for their livestock. Random farm checks may be performed by superintendents.

13. State Fair rules will be followed for medications either oral or injectable for lambs 14. Exhibitors are not required to exhibit a Derby Lamb; the Derby Lamb class is optional this year. Exhibitors are allowed to bring up to 12 lambs. All Derby lambs are to be designated and scanned at the Sheep weighin on Monday, July 13th . Derby lambs must be designated before going onto the fairgrounds scale.

15. Any bottle lambs being raised at home (not as bottle lamb project for fair) may be shown as show lambs and must be weighed at Spring weigh-in.

Note: Also see General Regulations 16. No lambs may leave the Fairgrounds after the fair weigh-in until the auction (for animals being sold) or Sunday, July 19 after 6:00 AM (for non-auction animals), all animals must be gone by noon on Monday, July 20. Anyone leaving the Fairgrounds prior to official release will lose all premiums and right to show any exhibit the following year.

WEIGH-INS All weigh-ins will be held at the Fairgrounds Scale.

Pre-Fair County Weigh-in.. Saturday, May 2, 8:00-10:00 a.m.

Commercial Ewe Weigh-in..Saturday, May 2, 8:00-10:00 a.m.

Commercial Ewes can be picked at the Fair during weigh-in

130 Bottle Lamb Weigh-in........Saturday, May 2, 8:00-10:00 a.m.

Fair Bottle Lamb Check-in…Monday, July 13, 1:00-2:00 p.m. in Bottle Lamb/Sheep Barn Fair Derby Weigh-in and Scan...Monday, July 13, (following Swine) approx. 9:30 a.m.

Fair Market Lamb Weigh-in...Monday, July 13, 10-11:00 a.m.

Fair Breeding Sheep…………..Monday, July 13, (immediately following Market Lambs) Lambs weighing in will have a stamped weigh ticket; it is the 4-H member’s responsibility to pick the ticket up from the person running the scale area. All weights at the scale are final.

Judging Schedule for Wednesday, July 15 starting at 9:00 a.m.

Advanced Lamb Feeder Pen Awards Purebred Breeding Sheep Commercial Ewes Derby Lambs Market Lambs Showmanship - Senior, Intermediate and Junior PUREBRED BREEDING SHEEP Exhibitors are allowed two entries in each class.

SCRAPIE TAGS ARE REQUIRED. Purebred ewes must be registered with breed association and papers must be available at the fair.

Purebred sheep may be raised or purchased by May 15, of previous year, for the current year fair.

Fleece shall not be more than one inch.

Class 1. Suffolk Ram Lamb Class 2. Suffolk Ewe Lamb Class 3. Suffolk Yearling Ewe Class 4. Any other breed ram lamb Class 5. Any other breed ewe lamb Class 6. Any other yearling ewe Champion COMMERCIAL EWES Exhibitors are allowed two entries in each class.

Ewes must be slick sheared with no more than ¼ inch of wool over the entire body.

Commercial Ewes must have been weighed at the May 2 weigh-in, but can be designated at the Fair.

Classes will be divided by weight.

Scrapie Tags must be in before the Fair Weigh-in.

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White Face Commercial Ewe Commercial Ewe Lamb Commercial Yearling Ewe Champion & Reserve

DERBY LAMB (Optional) Exhibitors are allowed to bring up to 12 lambs. All Derby lambs are to be designated and scanned at the Sheep weigh-in on Monday, July 13th. Derby lambs must be designated before going onto scale.

Entries are open to purebred, grade or crossbred wether or ewe lambs that still have lambs teeth, weighing 90 pounds or more at fair weigh in. Wether lambs will be checked for late or incomplete castrations at weigh-in time. Late or incomplete castrations are not eligible to show.

Classes will be divided at the discretion of the superintendents.

Overall Champion Derby Lamb will show for the Grand Champion Lamb (Not the Showring Derby Winner) Iowa State Fair formula will apply to derby contest.

MARKET LAMBS Exhibitors may weigh-in a maximum of 15 lambs. They will be tagged at the spring weigh-in on May 2nd. A maximum 8 lambs can be shown in Market Lamb classes. No ram lambs may be weighed and showed as a market lamb.

All Market Lamb classes will be divided by the Superintendents according to ending weight.

All Market Lambs must be sheared within 1/4� before weighin at the fair.

Any Market Lamb weighing less than 90 pounds at fair weighin will be exhibited as a Feeder Lamb only. Only red ribbons will be awarded in this class.

Classes: White Face Market Lambs (includes Speckle Face Lambs) Light Weight Lambs Middle Weight Lambs Heavy Weight Lambs Champion Market Lamb Showmanship-Sr., Int., Jr. SUPREME LIVESTOCK SHOWMANSHIP CONTEST Superintendents..........Perry & Lori Middlesworth (933-4484) Jennifer Lathen (660-0248)

132 Rick & Angie Silliman (933-4528) Tom & Molly Judy (933-4441) Grant & Jayne Ferguson (990-8148) Paul Scanlon (672-1537) Judging.................Friday, July 17th 5:00-7:00 p.m. – Pavilion CONGRATULATIONS ON BEING A SHOWMANSHIP WINNER! Rules: 1.

There will be five species shown for the Supreme Livestock Showmanship: Swine, Lambs, Beef, Meat Goats & Horses 2. Age divisions – Grades are determined by the 20142015 school year: - Senior (10th – 12th grade) Can win senior overall showman 1 time only - Intermediate (7th – 9th grade) Can win intermediate overall showman 1 time only - Junior (4th – 6th grade) Can win junior overall showman 1 time only 3. The current top showman in each species will be showing against the winners in the meat goats, beef, sheep, swine & horse divisions.

4. Each of the species will provide animals to be used for the Supreme Showman contest.

5. Exhibitors t-shirts and numbers will be provided.

Please wear with dark blue jeans.

6. In the contest, the following criteria will be considered in determining the Supreme showman: - exhibitor’s ability to show and control the animals in the show ring - exhibitor’s knowledge of the animals when asked questions by the judges - exhibitor’s appearance in the show ring - exhibitor’s attitude toward animals and judges 7. The decision of the judges will be final 8. This will be a no-fit showmanship class.

9. Exhibitors may be asked to switch animals during the showmanship class.

10. The Supreme Showman will be awarded a belt buckle in each division & the Reserve Showman will be awarded a monogrammed chair.

Thank you to our sponsors. Without the sponsors support, the contest would not be possible:

133 In Memory of John Terpstra - Vickie Terpstra $25.00 Tom & Joyce Eveland - $25.00 Beau Geste Farms – Joe Warrick - $25.00 Ferguson Angus – Gerald, Tom, Steve, Joe & Jake Ferguson - $25.00

Jerry Ferguson Family - $25.00 Mark & Kelly Long - $25.00 Perry & Lori Middlesworth - $25.00 Neil & Lisa Albertson - $25.00 Mahaska Veterinary Clinic – Dr. Tom Donohue - $25.00 Leighton Processed Meats – Calvin Groenendyk - $25.00 Patrick & LeAnn Powers - $25.00 G Bar J Ranch – Grant & Jayne Ferguson - $25.00 Huffman Feed & Supply - $25.00 Pro-Line Building Company - $25.00 Dan & Deb Terpstra Family - $25.00 North Mahaska FFA - $25.00 DKT Angus – David & Leslie Orman - $25.00 Nick & Terri Burch - $25.00 Imexco Inc - $25.00 Dr. Tim & Shannon Breon Family - $25.00 Herr Brothers - $25.00 Fremont Country Store – Mikel & Brandee Roquet - $25.00 Fremont Funeral Chapel - $25.00 Wes & Kendra Roquet - $25.00 Kendall Sines Welding - $25.00 Fremont Elevator – Rick & Angie Silliman Family - $25.00 White Oak Salers – Mike & Lori Brink - $25.00 BANK IOWA - Oskaloosa, Fremont & Newton Branches - $25.00

Sinnif Auction Service LLC – JD & Mindy Sinnif - $25.00 Griffin Shorthorns - Phil & Jacque Griffin - $25.00 H&S Feed and Country Store – Product Discounts Kenny & Marcy Wanders Family - $25.00 Chris & Phyllis Ver Steegh - $25.00 Julie Sammons & Tayler VanderMolen in Memory of Richard Sammons - $25.00 Jim & Alisa Jager - $25.00 Rob’s Barber Shop - $25.00 Bob Denner, Farm Bureau Insurance - $25.00 Eugene R. Moore, PC CPS - $25.00 Windrush Farms, Vern & Susan Thorp - $25.00 Rockin Bar B Landscaping & Custom Hay, Clayton Burch - $25

Tom & Molly Judy Family - $25 Paul Scanlon - $25 Lisa Walston, Walston Accounting Services - $25 In Memory of Todd Ferguson – Donna Smith at Flowers Etc. - $25

Tisha’s Grill - $25

134 Clint & Ashton Long - $25 Ron & Becky Reed - $25.00 Thank you for your support of the Supreme Livestock Showmanship Contest.

SWINE Superintendents…………… Kenny Wanders (515-321-1232), Collin De Bruin (295-1911), Brian Meinders (660-0734), Joel Van Gilst (673-8981) Weigh-In……………….…Monday, July 13th 7:00-9:00 a.m.

Judged…………..……Tuesday, July 14th 6:00 p.m. Pavilion Hogs sold go on truck…………Thursday, July 14th 5:00 a.m.

Commercial Gilts Released………...Sunday, July 19 beginning at 6:00 a.m.

(Note: Also see General Regulations) *** Commercial Gilts will be able to go home from the Southern Iowa Fair.

This is for COMMERCIAL GILTS ONLY! *** Any pig brought onto the fairgrounds is subject to susceptible diseases. Show officials take all precautions necessary to keep animals safe and healthy during the fair.

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All pigs must have been tagged at the March 28 weigh-in. Maximum weight 60 pounds.

All pigs will be ear notched prior to or at the spring weigh-in.

All exhibitors’ pigs at the Southern Iowa Fair must be stalled in one pen.

Exhibitors may weigh-in six pigs in spring with a maximum of three eligible to show.

All pigs must weigh a minimum of 220 pounds to compete for a purple or blue ribbon. If swine projects are brought to the Fairgrounds, they must stay at the Fairgrounds, even though they may not meet minimum weight requirements, due to state health regulations. All pigs brought to the fair and not eligible to show will be sold on the truck for the price set by the packers. Any disqualified hogs will not be allowed to auction.

All hogs must come to the scale at the fair clean and dry, no exceptions.

Fair weigh-in will be 7:00 – 9:00 a.m. on Monday. All exhibitors must be with the pigs at Fair weigh-in time.

All classes will be determined by using weights obtained at the Spring weighing - no more than 30 pigs per class.

Classes will be divided by commercial gilts, derby gilts, derby barrows, market gilts, and market barrows. Champion Derby Gilt and Champion Derby Barrow will then compete for Grand Champion Derby Hog. Champion Market Gilt and Champion Market Barrow will then compete for Grand Champion Market Hog. Derby formula placing will include pounds, (muscles) gained per day on scanning test. All pigs will be scanned during fair weigh-in. All pigs shown in the derby class will be considered for Derby formula placing. Commercial gilts and market class pigs will not be considered for derby formula placing.

Exhibitors in the derby classes will wear stickers on their shirts during the show to illustrate Average Daily Gain (ADG). ADG stickers are not required for market or commercial gilt classes.

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make sure you review the tag before entering the show ring. If your Rate of Gain sticker is incorrect, do NOT enter the show ring. Speak with a Superintendent or Extension Staff member to make any necessary corrections. You do NOT have to get your show number for the swine show; number will be provided by 4-H staff for ALL pigs.

Each pig may only be shown once. Exhibitors wishing to compete in market classes must show one pig in the derby class to be eligible to compete in the market classes. One pig may be entered in the Commercial Gilt class. This gilt must be designated at the fair weigh-in, on July 14. An exhibitor bringing a single hog to fair will not be eligible for the market classes. They must show in either the commercial gilt or derby pig classes.

There will be NO minimum rate of gain for market pigs.

Pigs must weigh no more than 290 pounds to be eligible for market classes. Animals weighing more than 290 pounds must be shown in the derby class.

All stalls and alleyways must be cleaned after pigs have left the Fairgrounds.

No boars will be allowed to show. The Superintendents and 4-H Staff reserve the right to disqualify any questionable animals at any time during the week.

Absolutely no squirrel cage fans allowed in the swine barn. Box fans are suggested.

WEANED CALF FEEDER PENS Superintendents..................... Dave Willemsen (780-1398), Glenn Van Wyk, Byron Eekhoff (660-9110) Weighed (Start) ……………..Saturday, May 30, 9:00 AM Fairgrounds Weighed (End)…………… ...Monday, July 13 following Advanced Cattle Weigh-in at Fairgrounds Interviews..........Monday, July 13, 1:00-2:00 p.m. at stalls Conference Discussion……...Monday, July 13, 2-3:00 p.m.

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Calves must be born after January 1, 2015 and before March 12, 2015.

Feeder calves are required to have 4-H ear tags.

Beginning weigh-in and tagging will be done May 30th. Weigh-in will only be held if youth register for weigh-in by May 20. Register by calling the Extension office at 673-5841 or emailing Codi at cworkman@iastate.edu.

Individual interviews will be held from 1:00-2:00 p.m. on Monday, July 13 at the stalls.

Complete feed records, county worksheet and end weight scale tickets will be turned in to 4-H Fair Office after the cattle are checked in at the fair.

4-H’ers will participate in a group conference discussion on Monday, July 13 from 2:00-3:00 p.m. in the DAV Building on the Fairgrounds. This meeting is for 4-H families and friends to attend and learn more from the ISU Extension and Outreach Livestock Specialist.

Projects must come to the fair to compete for awards.

Records may be kept daily, weekly or as totals for the project.

Projects will be weighed on Monday, July 13 at 11:00 a.m. at the Fairgrounds. Members are encouraged to be present.

Placing will be based on the following: Production Records Cattle Performance Youth Interview Evaluation of Feeder Pen Members must furnish this information with supporting records at final weighing.

No animals will be released before Saturday.

Weaned Calf Feeder pens are released at 6:00 a.m. on Sunday, July 19. Projects are eligible for the Auction and can be enrolled later as Advanced Feeder Pen Project.

All Weaned Calf Feeder project members need to clean their stalls before leaving the fair.

138 HERDSMANSHIP Superintendents……........ Amy Brainard, Lindsay Maxwell & Jason Hicks Each of the following barns will be eligible for the barn prize: Advanced Beef, Beef, Dairy, Horse, Sheep, Meat Goat, Swine, Rabbit, Bucket/Bottle Calf, Bottle Lamb/Goat, and Poultry.

Herdsmanship will have 2 divisions. Division I will be Small Group Herdsmanship, 1 to 3 exhibitors per Club/Chapter.

Division II will be Large Group Herdsmanship, 4 or more exhibitors per Club/Chapter.

Judging will be based on: - Walk alleys must be swept, free of debris and dry near each pen/stall.

- All extra feed and bedding should be kept out of walk alley and stored properly.

If space is an issue, please speak with a Superintendent to make arrangement for storage.

- If you have storage area, like an extra stall, it must be clean and neat.

- Grooming equipment must be stored out of barn, except show day. It must be out of the barn by 6:00 p.m.

- Use of appropriate bedding – clean, dry and adequate amount of bedding.

- Manure hauled out and deposited in proper place during the fair, contact Superintendent for disposal location.

- All animals must be clean at all times. Clean animals are ones that have no manure/mud on them.

- All animals must be in correct stalls assigned to the club or chapter at all times, the exception being during wash periods, showing time, exercising or at tie outs.

- Animals should not leave the barns before 7:30 p.m.

- Stall cards should be located properly and be readable no later than 6:00 p.m. Tuesday.

- Club and Chapter names should be posted no later than 6:00 p.m. Tuesday.

- No advertising “For Sale” on the stalls.

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Appearance and attitude of members. Members being present and helpful.

- Special efforts (Club sign, decorative materials used attractively in good taste.)

Judging will be done once daily. Schedule of judging dates is as follows: Tuesday – Beef, Sheep, Rabbit, B/B Calf, Bottle Lamb, Bottle Goat & Meat Goat Wednesday – Swine, Beef, Poultry, B/B Calf, Horse, Advanced Feeders, Sheep Thursday – Poultry, Sheep, Rabbit, Bottle Lamb, Bottle Goat, Meat Goat, Advanced Feeders, Dairy Friday – Beef, Poultry, Sheep, Rabbit, Bottle Lamb, Bottle Goat, B/B Calf, Meat Goat, Dairy, Horse Sunday – (Final barn judging to check for cleanliness) Poultry, Rabbit, Sheep, Bottle Lamb, Bottle Goat, Dairy, Beef, B/B Calf, Advanced Feeder Pen, Swine & Meat Goat Points will be totaled at the end of the week and the club or chapter with the highest number of points will be the winner in each division and species. Judging will begin after 1:00 PM. and before 8:00 p.m. each day. Points will be totaled once daily and posted. **PLEASE NOTE: The same judges will walk through the barns each day for consistency in scoring.

Please look for the signs in the barns for judging requirements and recommendations. If stalls are left dirty at the end of the fair, exhibitors will be called and asked to return to the grounds to finish cleaning. If stalls are left dirty within 24 hours of fair’s end, exhibitor will forfeit all livestock premiums.

SHOWMANSHIP CONTESTS The respective livestock judge of each division will select the Showmanship Trophy winners. In addition, the Judge may give ribbons for outstanding individuals. No premiums will be paid for these ribbons. All 4-H and FFA members entering the show ring are eligible to enter the Showmanship contest.

The Showmanship contest will be limited to members exhibiting their own livestock. All previous Showmanship winners are declared ineligible in the classes they have won previously. Previous winners do not advance to the next division unless they meet age requirements.

Juniors are defined as youth who have completed grades 4, 5, 6, Intermediates who have completed grades 7, 8, 9 and

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Fitting..............................……………................30 points Show Ring Performance by members.................70 points 4-H EXHIBIT BUILDING REGULATIONS General Exhibit Rules Family & Consumer Science Superintendents …………..…Marlene Maxwell (673-8585), Deb Overbergen & Janet Overbergen (626-3322) Judging……………..Saturday, July 12, 8:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

GOAL - CENTERED LEARNING PHILOSOPHY a. The current exhibit classes help to strengthen the goal-centered learning philosophy of the 4-H program. Within many educational programs, the skill of goal setting is something we strive to teach and practice. Within an exhibit experience, members need to be an active participant in determining the criteria on which their exhibit will be evaluated.

Knowing a 4-H’ers goal, evaluators can structure a conference or focus on printed information that will provide positive feedback as well as identify ways in which the exhibit could be improved. The 4-H’ers goals will serve as the BEGINNING point for judges in the evaluation process.

ELIGIBILITY 1. Member must be enrolled in 4-H and in good standing (conduct forms submitted and fee paid) by January 1st of the current year. New members must be enrolled by May 15 of current year (with club leader approval) and in good standing (conduct forms submitted and fee paid) to exhibit at the fair, per the decision of the Mahaska County 4-H Youth Committee.

2. Exhibitors must have participated in the project or program from which the exhibit is an outgrowth. The exhibit must have been completed during the current 4-H year.

3. If a 4-H’er has a set goal(s) that can be accomplished by both a classroom assignment and an outgrowth of a 4-H project goal, that’s okay. The intent is that a predetermined 4-H goal has been set. Example:

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Class assignment was to design a banner. 4-H goal: to make the banner for use in Exhibitor’s room. The 4-H’er must realize that the evaluation criteria and exhibit guidelines for each opportunity will be different and should prepare the required support information accordingly.

Exhibitors at the Southern Iowa Fair must have completed grades 4-12 (or that equivalent). Exhibits can be prepared by an individual 4-H'er, team of 4H'ers or may be the result of a group effort. All 4H'ers, individual or group, must meet these requirements (completed 5th grade through 12th grade (or that equivalent) or have passed their 10th birthday on September 15 of the previous year) to be eligible for State Fair consideration. Ideally, it is important that 4th graders have one year of County experience and the opportunity to process that with an adult before entering a State competitive arena.

4-H members are expected to wear a clean shirt with a 4-H emblem on it at the time of participation/judging at the Southern Iowa Fair.

Exhibits previously entered in an FFA Ag Science Fair or any other FFA event or competition may not be entered in any 4-H exhibit class.

Exhibitors in 4-H classes are not eligible to exhibit in a similar department of the FFA divisions or viceversa. See also, “4-H Department General Rules and Regulations” from the Iowa State Fair Handbook.

GENERAL EXHIBIT RULES 1. Exhibit classes are broad categories. To plan exhibits, 4-H’ers are encouraged to use project guides and manuals and program materials to determine goals and learning experiences. Some project manuals include specific exhibit suggestions and procedures. An exhibit can represent an idea, a part, or all learning involved in the respective project or program.

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Eligible exhibits are an outgrowth of the 4-H’er’s participation in the selected project or program.

Exhibits can be done by an individual or group.

Exhibits might be, but are not limited to, an actual product, poster, display box, report, notebook, model, videotape, audiocassette, etc.

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. Exhibitors will receive purple, blue, red and white Southern Iowa Fair exhibitor’s ribbon(s).

A written explanation, an audio recording, or video is to be included as part of each exhibit. The exhibitor should respond briefly to the following questions about the exhibit and have these questions answered PRIOR to the county fair.

- What was your exhibit goal(s)?

- How did you go about working toward your goal(s)?

- What were the most important things you learned as you worked toward your goal(s)?

Check for additional requirements in exhibit classes for food and nutrition, photography, visual art.

You may also pick up an Exhibit Form from the Extension office to help with the goal cards, please do not utilize the Exhibit Form as your goal card, only utilize as a guideline to create your own goal card.

Age for exhibiting at the Iowa State Fair: 4-H’er who have completed 5th grade through 12th grade (or that equivalent.)

There is no limit on the number of exhibits per class as long as the exhibits are in completion of different project goals. (Exception - see Photography) Exhibitors must have participated in the project or program from which the exhibit is an outgrowth.

The exhibit is to be an outgrowth of work done to accomplish a goal(s) determined by the member or group during the current 4-H year.

No entry fee is required.

Each item in an exhibit must be securely labeled, including the name of the county, class number, and exhibitor’s name. Labels should be placed on the

143 back of posters, notebooks, and/or cards, on the bottom of jars, and in an inconspicuous place on other items. A completed Southern Iowa Fair entry tag should be securely fastened to the main item in each exhibit on or near the upper right corner or in an easily seen location. Be sure to include the exhibitor’s grade and years of participation in the project/program. Entry tags will be available at the Mahaska County Extension Office and from club leaders.

14. Due to security, 4-H’ers are discouraged from sending items that have special meaning and historical value as the exhibit or part of an exhibit.

The Southern Iowa Fair and Iowa State University Extension and Outreach will use diligence to insure the safety of articles entered for exhibition after their arrival and placement. However, they will not be responsible for damage or loss by fire, theft, water, etc.

15. When limited by exhibit space and size and nature of the exhibit, the departments Superintendents’ reserve the right to rotate exhibits for display. Exhibit displays should be in proportion to the main item or idea being displayed. Any member with an extralarge exhibit or exhibit which may require specific displaying, must contact the Extension office (6735841) in advance to make special arrangements.

16. 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.

- Exception: see rule #4 in Communications for Poster Art. - Chart boards, graph boards, project presentation boards and model displays, etc., are not to exceed 4' x 4' in size. Maximum size is determined by measuring the flat (unfolded) dimensions.

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Display boxes are not to exceed 28”x 22” in height or width and 12” in depth. Exception: See rule #10 for Food and Nutrition exhibits.

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 loosestrife (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.

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.

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.

Any exhibits that use alcoholic beverages, bottles, cans, labels, etc. will not be acceptable for exhibiting at the Southern Iowa Fair. A 4-H member is not of legal age to purchase such items, so the items may not be used in, for, or as 4-H exhibits at the fair.

EXHIBITS THAT DO NOT COMPLY WITH GUIDELINES 15, 16, 17, AND 18, WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR ENTRY, EVALUATION, OR DISPLAY AT THE SOUTHERN IOWA FAIR OR IOWA STATE FAIR. CLOVER KIDS RULES & INTERVIEWING Clover Kids (K-3) can show any exhibit at the Southern Iowa Fair, but they are limited to the Exhibit Hall, Tall Corn Seed Contest, Dogs & Pets. Clover Kids can bring any of the projects they made during Clover Kids meetings and other projects completed at home and other events. They are asked to fill out a Goal Card & Entry Tag for each project they

145 bring. Goal Cards & Entry Tags for Clover Kids are different from 4-H and can be picked up at the Extension Office. We ask that Clover Kids do not bring items made from kits, ie: bracelet kits, doorknob hanger kits, scarf kits, etc. Clover Kids will be interviewed just like 4-H members. They will have a small conference with the judge to talk about their project and their Clover Kid/4-H experience. All exhibitors in the Clover Kids department must be members of the Clover Kids program. Clover Kids are limited to bringing 5 exhibits in the Exhibit Hall. Clover Kids will be judged from 2:00-3:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 11. All Clover Kids exhibiting at the Fair will receive a special participation ribbon. When arriving to the Exhibit Hall, Clover Kids will need to find a Teen Council member and they will direct them to the judging area and get them signed in. Clover Kids exhibits must be picked up by parents/guardians on Sunday, July 19 between 10:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m. or between 10:00 a.m.Noon on Monday, July 20. Exhibits must be out of buildings

by NOON on Monday, July 20. If you have any questions about exhibiting in the Clover Kids department of the Fair, please contact Amy Brainard or Codi Voss. Clover Kids will not receive premiums for their exhibits; they will only be awarded ribbons. Clover Kids are required to monitor the Exhibit Hall during the Southern Iowa Fair, please see the Hall Monitoring Schedule at the beginning of the 4-H/FFA section to find out the appropriate monitoring time for each Clover Kids group.

4th GRADE JUDGING (for those who have just completed 4th grade) Fourth graders are not eligible to exhibit at the Iowa State Fair. Since they are ineligible, they will be judged by two different judges during the county fair. 4th grade exhibits may be selected as 4th Grade Special Exhibits and would receive a special ribbon and will be on display in the Special 4th Grade Exhibits Booth. When 4th graders arrive at the fairgrounds, they will bring all of their exhibits to the Exhibit Hall (unless very large, please notify Extension office in advance at 641673-5841). Photos, Ag & Natural Resources, Science, Technology and Engineering exhibits are typically judged in the 4-H building just south of the Exhibit Hall, but they will be judged in the Exhibit Hall this year. Photos, Ag & Natural Resources, Science, Technology and Engineering exhibits will

146 be moved after exhibit judging is complete and they will be on display in the 4-H building south of the Exhibit Hall.

4-H CLUB SCHEDULE FOR MONITORING EXHIBIT BUILDING Each county 4-H club will watch exhibits and assist visitors by helping find 4-Hers exhibits and answer questions. The 4-H club should have at least two people (4-Hers or parents) at all times during their shift. Your club may divide their shift into shorter segments. Club representatives will be required to sign-in outside of the 4-H office prior to working the shift.

Host badges will be provided for those monitoring the buildings. Sign-in sheets and name badges will be in the drop boxes outside of the 4-H office in the 4-H Building. Badges will not have to be returned to the office, as they will be one time use stickers.

A hall monitor’s job is to greet building visitors and make sure that they are available if a visitor has questions. They are also to make sure that no exhibits are tampered with or damaged.

A hall monitor makes sure that the building they are monitoring stays clean and free of trash. Monitors will also be responsible to hand out 4-H information during their shift. If a club does NOT sign in with the office and does NOT monitor the buildings, the club’s herdsmanship premium (if any) will be withdrawn after the fair.

EXHIBIT HALL MONDAY 9:00 - 12:00 Eddyville Clover Kids 12:00 - 3:00 Jefferson Go-Getters 3:00 - 6:00 West Des Moines Livewires 6:00 -8:00 Garfield Boosters TUESDAY 9:00 - 12:00 12:00 - 3:00 3:00 - 6:00 6:00 - 8:00

Leighton Strivers Adams Champs Oskaloosa & Osky Christian Clover Kids Harrison Zippers

WEDNESDAY 9:00 - 12:00 12:00 - 3:00 3:00 - 6:00 6:00 - 8:00

.Mahaska Masters Go-Getters Clover Kids Spring Creek Achievers FIRST LEGO League

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Scott-U-Need-Us M&M Peppy Pals Teen Council Fremont Clover Kids

FRIDAY 9:00 - 12:00 12:00 - 3:00 3:00 - 6:00 6:00 - 8:00

Harrison Hustlers Heartland Helpers North Mahaska Clover Kids Cedar Livestock

CLUB JUDGING SCHEDULE FOR EXHIBIT HALL & 4-H BUILDING SATURDAY Each club is assigned a time to begin the judging process.

This process is for everyone. Be prepared to spend time waiting for a judge. 4-H'ers will be evaluated by a different judge for each 4-H subject matter. Prior to the fair, fill out all entry tags and goal cards for your exhibits. You will also want to have your 4-H Exhibit Entry Form filled out and ready for the judges prior to the fair. These forms can be found at the Extension office and on our website at www.extension.iastate.edu/mahaska. When you arrive take all your exhibits with your entry tags attached and your 4-H Exhibit Entry Form, to the check-in table. Teen Council members will be a sign-in table, please sign in for 1-2 project areas and wait for your name to be called.

After judging has been completed return your 4-H Exhibit Entry Form to the ribbon table, attach ribbons to exhibits, give 4-H Exhibit Entry Form to ribbon table, and return your exhibits to your club booth. Your 4-H Exhibit Entry Form is the only copy of your ribbon placings. If you lose the form, premiums will not be paid. Be sure to give this form to the ribbon table. Ribbons for exhibits in the 4-H Building (Photography, Ag/NR, Science & Technology) will be awarded in the 4-H Building.

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HOME ECONOMICS DEPARTMENT All exhibitors are responsible to read and comply with the Southern Iowa Fair “General Exhibit Rules” for the exhibit to be eligible for the Southern Iowa Fair and Iowa State Fair competition.

Entries can be any exhibit by an individual or group, which is an outgrowth from an Extension education program related to the discussed class. 4-H participants in 4-H special interest and school enrichment programs and/or 4-H community clubs in grades 4-12, or equivalent, are eligible to exhibit in the following class: Please take note that exhibits will be evaluated on the 1) learning involved; 2) general appearance and design of the exhibit; and 3) workmanship and techniques.

FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCES All exhibitors are responsible to read and comply with the Southern Iowa Fair “General Exhibit Rules” for the exhibit to be eligible for the Southern Iowa Fair and the Iowa State Fair competitions.

149 10401 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.

10402 Clothing and Fashion An exhibit that shows learning about style, fashion, design, thrifty spending, wardrobe planning, types of fabrics, and clothing care. Exhibits may include constructed or purchased clothing and accessories.

10403 Consumer Management An exhibit that shows learning through savvy budgeting, comparison shopping, money management, and consumer rights and responsibilities.

10404 Food & Nutrition An exhibit that shows learning through cooking, baking, eating and choosing healthy foods, including safety practices.

Exhibits may include prepared products or educational displays. See also 4-H 3023 “Inappropriate Food Exhibits for Iowa 4-H Fairs� for additional information regarding prepared and preserved food products.

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, 2014 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

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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.

10. The use of alcoholic beverages in the preparation or production of 4-H food exhibits is NOT permitted.

11. Prepared foods must be brought to the Bake Sale table immediately after being judged. Please leave one slice or piece of food item on plate to be displayed in the club booth. The remainder will be given to the person at the Bake Sale table to be sold. All proceeds will benefit Mahaska County 4-H. **Food items being held for State Fair consideration must stay with the judges and will not be brought to the Bake Sale table.** 12. Food item judging requirements: A minimum of 4 cookies, bars, buns, rolls or candy items to a plate. 1 whole cake, pie, loaf of bread, etc.

Please do not cut in advance, the judge will cut as item is being judged.

10405 Health An exhibit that shows learning through food choices, safe activities and skills such as first aid and CPR, careers, and healthy lifestyle choices.

10406 Home Improvement An exhibit that shows learning in planning, improving and caring for your home living space. Exhibits may include new or refinished/reclaimed/restored items.

10407 Sewing and Needle Arts An exhibit that shows learning and skill in sewing, knitting, crocheting, or other needle arts, the use and care of fabrics and fibers, or the construction of clothing and other items.

10408 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.

151 PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT 10501 Citizenship An exhibit that shows learning about or contributing to your community, your country or your world.

10502 Communication An exhibit that shows learning about written, oral, and visual communication skills in their many forms.

POSTER COMMUNICATIONS Purpose: Provide 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 4-H Poster Communication Rules Only one poster per 4-H’er may be entered.

1. 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”.

Posters may be vertical or horizontal. Posters may be any medium: watercolor, ink, crayon, acrylic, charcoal, oils, collage.

2. 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.

3. Each poster must have the completed Poster Exhibit Entry Form attached to the back.

4. Posters cannot use copyrighted material or exact copies of other promotional designs, such as the Iowa 4-H Youth Conference theme logo.

5. 4-H'ers may include the 4-H clover in the poster.

The themes for “Communicating Through 4-H Posters” are: 4-H is . . . (open to 4-H’er’s interpretation) Join 4-H Dare to Discover (2015 Iowa 4-H Youth Conference theme) Nothing Compares (Iowa State Fair theme, www.iowastatefair.org) 10504 Digital Storytelling

152 Any 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.

10505 Leadership An exhibit that shows learning about leadership skills and influencing others in a positive way.

10506 Self-Determined An exhibit that shows learning as part of your 4-H adventure and does not fit any other class.

CREATIVE ARTS 10301 Music An exhibit that shows learning about musical performance, composition and arrangements, instruments, musical styles or history.

10302 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.

3. 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.

4. 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

153 permission has been obtained from the copyright or trademark holder/owner. For additional information, see 4-H Exhibit Copyright Information at http://www.extension.iastate.edu/4h/projects/visualart .htm PHOTOGRAPHY All exhibitors are responsible to read and comply with the Southern Iowa Fair “General Exhibit Rules” for the exhibit to be eligible for the Southern Iowa Fair and the Iowa State Fair competitions.

10302 Photography - Creative Arts Department (ONLY 4 PHOTOS MAY BE EXHIBITED AT THE SOUTHERN IOWA FAIR DUE TO SPACE AVAILABILITY) Ribbons for photography exhibits will be given in the 4-H Building only. You will not collect ribbons for photography in the Exhibit Hall at the ribbon table.

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.

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 the county fair of the previous year.

2. Photographs should be a minimum of 4” x 6”.

Finished size (including mounting/matting) of photographs should not exceed 16” in height or width.

3. All photographs must be printed on photographic paper. Photos printed on canvas, fabric, ceramic, etc. will only be accepted as part of an educational display that shows learning about photography printing techniques, display, merchandising, etc.

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

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5. 4-Hers are responsible for design decisions such as border, color and size. Framed photographs (including floating frames) will not be judged.

6. Non-mounted photos may be exhibited in a clear plastic covering.

7. 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.

8. Digitally altered photos should include a copy of the photo before changes.

9. Subject matter of photographs must be in good taste and be appropriate for public display in a 4-H setting.

10. Photographs depicting unsafe practices or illegal activities will not be displayed.

11. Photography exhibitors must use the Photo Exhibit Label to provide required information for photo exhibits. Must use updated 2014 official Iowa 4-H photo label. Labels are available at the Extension office and at www.extension.iastate.edu/mahaska.

10303 Digital Photography Exhibit Creative Arts Department A photo or series of photos submitted electronically, not printed. Photos in this class will be submitted, viewed, evaluated, and displayed electronically.

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Photographs may be either black and white or color.

Photographs will not be printed.

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.

Photos entered should be submitted in the highest resolution possible. A finished file size of 1 MB-3 MB is recommended.

Photos should be submitted in an acceptable and commonly used format for ease of viewing.

Subject matter of photographs must be in good taste and be appropriate for public display in a 4-H setting.

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Photographs depicting unsafe practices or illegal activities (including standing on railroad tracks) will not be displayed.

8. 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.

11. Please submit a flash drive or memory card for this exhibit. To ensure compatibility with electronics, please bring your own viewing device for this class (laptop, digital photo frame, iPad, tablet, etc.).

Exhibitors will be permitted to bring electronics home after conference judging, but flash drive/ memory card must stay at the fairgrounds. Can be stored in a plastic baggie. If exhibitor chooses to have photos on display during fair, they may choose to leave electronic device (ex: Digital Photo Frame) at the fairgrounds. It will be the responsibility of the exhibitor to maintain exhibit throughout the week (turning on/off, monitoring to protect from theft, etc.

SCIENCE, ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT Superintendents………Jerry and Kathleen Rempe (660-3357) Judging…………………..Saturday, July 11th, 8:30-2:00 p.m.

All exhibitors are responsible to read and comply with the Southern Iowa Fair “General Exhibit Rules” for the exhibit to be eligible for the Southern Iowa Fair and the Iowa State Fair competitions.

Ribbons for Science, Engineering & Technology exhibits will be given in the 4-H Building, not at the Ribbon Table in the Exhibit Hall.

10601 Mechanics Any exhibit that shows skills or learning in automotive, electrical, small and large engines, tractors, welding, and restoration.

156 10602 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.

10603 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.

Exhibits entered as FFA Science, Engineering, and/or Technology exhibits may not also be entered as 4-H exhibits.

AGRICULTURE & NATURAL RESOURCES DEPARTMENT Superintendents……….Jerry and Kathleen Rempe (660-3357) Judging…………………...Saturday, July 11th, 8:30-2:00 p.m.

All exhibitors are responsible to read and comply with the Southern Iowa Fair “General Exhibit Rules” for the exhibit to be eligible for the Southern Iowa Fair and the Iowa State Fair competitions.

Ribbons for Agriculture & Natural Resources exhibits will be given in the 4-H Building, not at the ribbon table in the Exhibit Hall.

ANIMALS 10101 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.

10102 Veterinary Science An exhibit that shows learning about keeping animals healthy.

157 AGRICULTURE AND NATURAL RESOURCES 10201 Crop Production An exhibit that shows learning about the growth, use, and value of field crops.

10202 Environment and Sustainability An exhibit that shows the connections between humans and their environment including energy, stewardship, conservation, entomology, fish and wildlife, or forestry.

Includes collections.

10203 Horticulture (Includes Home Grounds Improvement) An exhibit that shows learning about the growth, use, and value of plants, small fruits, vegetable and flower gardens, and landscape design. (Fresh garden crops, cut flowers and herbs are exhibited in classes in the 4-H Horticulture Department in the 4-H Building between 2-4 PM on Monday, July 13.)

10204 Outdoor Adventures An exhibit that shows learning about backpacking, biking, camping, canoeing, fishing, hiking or other outdoor activities.

10205 Safety and Education in Shooting Sports 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).

10206 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.

HORTICULTURE Superintendents…………………….Beth Fenton (969-4615), Florence Vander Meiden, Bernice Van Gorp and Katie Smith Judged……..Monday, July 13 2:00-4:00 PM in 4-H Building All exhibitors are responsible to read and comply with the Southern Iowa Fair “General Exhibit Rules” for the exhibit to be eligible for the Southern Iowa Fair and the Iowa State Fair competitions.

158 Each exhibit must have a Goal Card. Refer to 4-H Exhibit Building Entry Information.

Exhibits will be judged as first come, first judged.

Sign in (for yourself only) when you arrive. You may begin signing up at 1:30 p.m. You must sign up by 3:00 p.m. ***Please make sure you know the name of the specimen being exhibited at the fair. Please write the name of your specimen on the entry tag.*** 1. All garden exhibits, vegetable and floral must be made from a 4-H garden.

2. Canned foods should be entered in Food & Nutrition, Class 740. Canned food judging is Saturday, July 11.

3. 4-H members must tag, label and arrange their own exhibit.

4. Label all vegetables and flowers on display to indicate the kind and variety. Exhibits which do not identify the variety/cultivar will be lowered one ribbon placing.

5. The number of vegetables to exhibit on each plate will be determined by the number suggested in "Harvesting and Preparing Vegetables for Exhibit" (4-H 462). Example - beans, exhibit 6 pods; carrots, exhibit 3 specimens.

6. Exhibitors will be assigned time limits as they sign in for judging based on the number of exhibits they have.

Class 1: Vegetable Exhibit on plate. Vegetables should be fresh and in prime condition for eating at time of judging.

Class 2: Vegetable Exhibit on tray. Vegetables should be arranged on a tray. Any number of varieties may be exhibited, however, each variety must have the same number as suggested in 4-H 462.

Class 3: Vegetable Exhibit arranged in booth. Booth may be decorated, however, the emphasis on judging will be on the vegetables. Exhibits must contain a minimum of six varieties and the number suggested in 4-H 462.

Floral Exhibits should refer to 4-H 464 "Preparing Cut Flowers and Houseplants for Exhibit.�

Class 4: Floral arrangement. Using homegrown flowers and foliage. Exhibitors may determine their own theme.

159 Class 5: Cut flowers - Flower should be exhibited with foliage. Flower(s) must be exhibited in a clear glass container.

However all foliage should be above water level. Name variety on entry tag. Limit of 5 entries in this class per exhibitor unless one or more entries in Class 4 are also exhibited, then 3 additional specimens may be exhibited.

Refer to pamphlet 4H-464 to determine the number of blooms or sprays to exhibit for each variety.

Class 5A: Collection of Flowers. 5 or more different varieties of cut flowers in one clear glass container.

Class 6: Container Grown Plant. A potted plant or collection of plants in a planter with a story attached which includes information on soil mixture, use of fertilizer, lighting principles, watering practices, etc. Member should have started or transplanted plants themselves and have had it in their possession at least 2 months, or have prepared it at a 4-H/Extension workshop. Photos, which indicate plant growth, are encouraged. Include variety and cultivar name (example: marigold, inca yellow) for each plant included.

This class includes houseplants.

Class 7: Herb Collection. Collection of 5 herb species to be displayed in separate jars (vases) of water. Specimens should include 3 to 5 stems of adequate length for each species. Each herb species should be properly labeled.

Class 8: Follow-Up Exhibit. An exhibit which is an outgrowth of a project from the previous year. Example: dried gourds, dried flower arrangement, flowers or vegetable grown from seeds 4-H’er has collected from their own previous year’s project. (NOTE: This exhibit could be eligible for State Fair consideration but would need to be brought and judged on Saturday morning/early afternoon by the Ag & Natural Resources judge. See class 550 Horticulture.)

Class 9: Garden Journal. 4-H member will keep a journal of gardening activity throughout the season and explain what has been done in the off-season. This could include seed saving, starting seeds indoors, taking classes, attending Junior Gardeners meetings, etc. Journal can be hand-written or typed, kept in a notebook, or online file. Photos must be included in the garden journal. If using an electronic format to keep records, please contact the Extension office prior to the fair to make arrangements for a laptop to be available (or you may bring your own electronic devices). A goal card and entry tag must be included with the garden journal exhibit.

Class 10: Tall Corn Seed Contest. An exhibit display which is an outgrowth of participation in growing tall corn from

160 seeds provided by Mahaska County Master Gardeners.

Exhibits might include information learned about plant spacing, fertilization; weed, insect and disease control; and/or documentation of growth. Actual seed should be planted in ground and specimens NEED NOT be brought to the Southern Iowa Fair due to maturity. There is no limit to the number of exhibits in this class, as long as the exhibits are in completion of different project goals NOTE: This exhibit could be eligible for State Fair Consideration (for 4-H’ers in grades 5-12 only) but would need to be brought and judged by the Ag & Natural Resources judge on Saturday, July 12 during static exhibit judging. This class is also open to Clover Kids (K-3) group members, but State Fair eligibility will not apply to K-4th graders..

STATE FAIR CLASS: Class 10203 – Horticulture (including Home Grounds Improvement)- (this is a class in the Ag and Natural Resources Dept. Exhibits in this class are eligible for State Fair selection. These exhibits must be brought and judged Saturday by that department judge.) - An exhibit that shows learning about the growth, use, and value of plants, small fruits, vegetable and flower gardens, and landscape design.

Awards will be given in the following categories: Best of Show Vegetable Plate, Best of Show Single Flower, Perennial, Best of Show Single Flower, Annual, Best of Show Single Flower, Perennial, Best of Show Container Plant, Best Garden Journal, Best Tall Corn Project.

To exhibit 4-H vegetables specimens at the State Fair, entries must be made in 4hOnline (http://iowa.4honline.com) by July 1. Please phone the Extension office for more information at 641/673-5841.

AWARDROBE CLOTHING EVENT Superintendents…........Deb Overbergen, Janet Overbergen & Marlene Maxwell Judged…………….……Thursday, June 11 & Friday, June 12 Style Show……………………….Saturday, June 27 2:00 PM Penn Central Mall

161 CLOTHING SELECTION Classes: 12201 – Jr. Clothing Selection 12202 – Int. Clothing Selection 12203 – Sr. Clothing Selection All exhibitors are responsible to read and comply with the Southern Iowa Fair “General Exhibit Rules” for the exhibit to be eligible for the Southern Iowa Fair and the Iowa State Fair competitions.

Entries will be judged Thursday, June 11 from 4-7 PM and Friday, June 12 from 12-5 PM at the Extension Office.

Awards will be announced and presented Saturday, June 27 in the Penn Central Mall in Oskaloosa following the style show at 2:00 PM. Participants advancing to the State Fair Event at ISU in Ames will be contacted before July to avoid scheduling conflicts.

This program includes: (A) Learning activities and experiences (B) Evaluation of the outfit selected (C) A public program on the 4-H stage 1.

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Entrants may be junior, intermediate or senior age youth. State Fair participation is limited to seniors.

The outfit selected by the participants must be purchased, since the purposes of this program are to help youth develop skills in buying clothing for a particular purpose. Clothing may be purchased, new or used from any source, including consignment shops, used clothing stores, etc. Clothing items, which are home sewn, are not eligible unless the completed garment was purchased from a used clothing source. Gifts of clothing, either new or used are not eligible. The outfit should fit one of the following three categories: a. Casual: Clothes for school or work. Work may range from professional to non-technical and service types.

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Sport or Functional: Clothes that assist with a task or activity, protect you from the environment, or promote safety. Clothing may be chosen for a particular sport i.e., bicycling, temperature control situation, or for use in specific hazardous situations i.e., farming. This clothing may be selected to minimize environmental conditions or to help prevent accidental injury. Clothing to meet special needs of a handicap condition, fit under this category. c. Special Occasion (Dressy): Clothing for special events (graduation, prom, wedding, etc.).

Clothing is chosen to allow personal expression with some thought appropriateness of future use. Outfits or accessories, which will be worn in the Clothing Event program, may not be entered as a State Fair exhibit. $15 CHALLENGE

Classes: 12301 – Jr. $15 Challenge 12302 – Int. $15 Challenge 12303 – Sr. $15 Challenge Participants advancing to the State Event at ISU in Ames will be contacted before July to avoid scheduling conflicts.

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All participants (male or female) to qualify for participation in the state event should: Purchase an outfit that represents the 4-H’ers goal or intended use for the selected outfit.

Have had individual planned or county experiences(s) in choosing shopping alternatives, evaluating fit, quality and construction features, price and cost comparison Outfits may be selected and/or purchased from a garage sale, consignment store, or resale shop (i.e.

Goodwill, Salvation Army, or other stores of this type). (Hand-me-downs, department store sale rack clothing or clothing as gifts that were selected by the 4-H’er belong in Clothing Selection.)

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Cost of outfit must be $15 or less, not including shoes, accessories, or undergarments.

Receipt(s) MUST be turned in with Clothing Event Report Form.

FASHION REVUE PROGRAM

Classes: 12101 – Jr. Fashion Revue 12102 – Int. Fashion Revue 12103 – Sr. Fashion Revue All exhibitors are responsible to read and comply with the Southern Iowa Fair “General Exhibit Rules” for the exhibit to be eligible for the Southern Iowa Fair and the Iowa State Fair competitions.

Participants advancing to the State Fair Event at ISU in Ames will be contacted before July to avoid scheduling conflicts.

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Entrants may be junior, intermediate or senior age youth.

An entrant may model a garment he or she has constructed, hand-knitted, machine-knitted, or crocheted during the current 4-H year.

Undergarments and accessories may be selected by the member. Members must be enrolled in a Clothing Project this year. 4-H'ers will be judged wearing their clothing. Judges will look at appearance, grooming (hair, nails, etc.), style, presentation, etc.

Outfits may be either dressy or casual, such as tailored or party clothes, suits, active sportswear and coats.

Blouses and sweaters are normally considered as garments. If they are used under a coat or jacket for a touch of color at the neck (similar to a scarf) they may be selected or made.

An outerwear coat is considered an outfit.

Outfits or accessories, which will be worn in the Clothing Event program, may not be entered as a State Fair exhibit.

164 COMMUNICATIONS Superintendents ................................Karen Adams (295-6633) & Diane Stewart (295-5833) All exhibitors are responsible to read and comply with the Southern Iowa Fair “General Exhibit Rules” for the exhibit to be eligible for the Southern Iowa Fair and the Iowa State Fair competitions.

All Communications Entries are due to the MCEO by Friday, June 12th.

Educational Presentations, Extemporaneous Speaking & Share-the-Fun will be judged Tuesday, July 14th from 11:00 am-1:00 pm & from 2:00 pm-4:00 pm at the Fairgrounds Free Stage. Ribbons and judges’ comments will be presented following the event.

Working Exhibits will be judged Wednesday, July 15th from 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. in the Free Stage Building. Ribbons and judges’ comments will be presented following the event.

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4-H’ers who have completed 5th grade through 12th grade (or that equivalent) in 2015 are eligible to participate at the Iowa State Fair. Exception: Share the Fun and Extemporaneous Speaking - See event rules for age guidelines.

Educational Presentations and Working Exhibit may be given by one or more 4-H’ers. Teams consisting of youth of mixed grades will be entered in the class of the member in the highest grade level (i.e. a team with a 5th grader and an 8th grader must be entered in the intermediate/senior class).

Topics selected by the 4-H’er(s) should be an outgrowth of his/her 4-H experience(s). Topics should be appropriate for presentation to a general audience.

Educational Presentation and Working Exhibit participants will be involved in a “peer evaluation program”.

Participants in the 4-H Communication Programs are expected to wear appropriate clothing representative of the 4-H Youth Program and/or the topic of the presentation.

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All participants are expected to comply with all copyright/trademark regulations. Copyrighted material may not be distributed without permission.

EDUCATIONAL PRESENTATION DEPARTMENT Purpose Provide 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 11101 Educational Presentations (Junior)— must have completed 4th or 6th grade in 2015.

Class 11102 Educational Presentations (Intermediate/Senior)—must have completed 7th -12th grade in 2015.

Educational Presentation Rules 1. Time limit: Junior presentations must not exceed 15 minutes. Intermediate/Senior Presentations must not exceed 20 minutes.

2. Participants must turn in a completed Educational Presentation Report form during event check-in.

WORKING EXHIBIT DEPARTMENT Purpose Provide an opportunity for 4-H’ers to communicate, interact with, and teach an audience in an informal and experiential way.

Class 11201 Working Exhibit (Junior)—must have completed 4th or 6th grade in 2015.

Class 11202 Working Exhibit (Intermediate/Senior)— must have completed 7th -12th grade in 2015.

Working Exhibit Rules 1. 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.

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SHARE-THE-FUN DEPARTMENT PurposeProvide an opportunity for 4-H’ers to share their skills and talents before an audience purely for the sake of enjoyment.

Class 11301

Share-The-Fun Program

Share-The-Fun Rules 1. Eligibility: 4-H’ers who have completed 4th grade through 12th grade (or that equivalent) in 2015.

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-TheFun Program at the Iowa State Fair: 2. At least 80 percent of the performing group must have completed 5th through 12th grade in 2015.

3. Share-The-Fun performances must not exceed eight minutes in length.

4. 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.

5. All performers must turn in a completed 4-H ShareThe-Fun Report form at event check-in to confirm stage setup, cue music, etc.

EXTEMPORANEOUS SPEAKING DEPARTMENT PurposeEncourage 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 11401

Extemporaneous Speaking Program

Extemporaneous Speaking Rules 1. Participants must be senior 4-H’ers - completed 9th through 12th grade (or that equivalent) in 2015.

2. Each county may enter a maximum of two entries.

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Thirty minutes before the program, each participant will draw three of the available topics, selecting one to speak on.

2. 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.

3. 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.

4. All reference material will be screened by a program official on the following basis: 5. Participant may bring his/her own books, magazines or newspaper clippings for reference during the thirty minutes of preparation.

6. 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.

7. Some relevant reference material will be available in the preparation room. This material will consist of historical material related to the 4-H program.

8. 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.

9. Only notes made during the preparation period may be used.

10. 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.

168 11. 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.

12. Participants are not permitted to use any props, gadgets, posters or audiovisuals of any sort. A podium not will be available.

13. Speeches will be evaluated using the following criteria: Content related to topic.

Knowledge of the subject.

Organization of material.

Power of expression.

Voice.

Stage presence.

General effect.

Response to questions.

14. A judge’s critique/conference with each participant will be included as a part of the program.