Freeborn County Fair Book 2022

FREEBORN COUNTY FAIR

Tuesday - Sunday, August 2nd - 7th, 2022

FREEBORN COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS ALBERT LEA, MN www.freeborncountyfair.com E-mail: freeborncountyfair@gmail.com

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2-7 Freeborn County Fair 9 Safety Day 10 Wind Down Wednesday 12 Glow Ride 12-13 Relay for Life 13 Rock-n-Roll The Lakes Biking 13 Albert Lea Floats 13 100th Ann Edgewater Park 25 Food on Fountain 25 Thursdays on Fountain End 25 Cruise to the Cove 3 Daisy Fest Albert Lea 10 Taste of Albert Lea 16 Mexican Indepence Day 27 Fall Frenzy on Fountain 1 Big Island Rendezvous 8 Main Street Shop SipNStroll 27 Halloween Spooktacular Shop Small Bingo-All Nov. 4 & 5 Deer Widows Weekend 26 Small Business Saturday Pots on Broadway 8 Holiday Bazaar/Santa Cruise 12 Light up the Lake

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FREEBORN COUNTY FAIR Exhibitors Handbook of the

INDEX

138th ANNUAL FAIR to be held at

County Fair Grounds Albert Lea, Minnesota www.freeborncountyfair.com

MEMBER OF * International Association of Fairs & Expositions * Minnesota Federation of County Fairs * Minnesota State Agricultural Society

August 2 – 7, 2022

All Tickets Can Be Purchased On-Line thru www.midwestix.com Telephone (507) 373-6965 • Fax (507) 377-2213 • E-mail: freeborncountyfair@gmail.com Under Management of Freeborn County Agricultural Society OFFICE HOURS: July 5th – 29th, 9:00am - 4:00pm Weekdays, July 30th - 31st, & Aug. 1st, 9:00am – 5:00pm FAIR WEEK: Tues. Aug. 2 - Sat. Aug. 6th, 8:00am - 8:30pm, Sun. Aug. 7th, 8:00am – 6:00pm ALL EVENTS SUBJECT TO CHANGE

GENERAL NOTICE

INDEX

Daily Events at the Fair ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 2-3 Judging Schedule ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 4 Fair Board & County Commissioners ........................................................5 Entertainment .....................................................................................................6-7 Officers, Superintendents and Supervisors ������������������������������������������ 9 General Rules .....................................................................................................9-10 Entertainment Square ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������11 Kiddie Farm Zone �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������12 2022 Food Concessions & Commercial Vendors ��������������������� 14-15 Fair Awards ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������16 2022 Sponsors ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������17 Farm Class Horse Show ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������18 Dept A & B Horses ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 20-21 Pony & Draft Horse Show �������������������������������������������������������������������������������22 WSCA Open Horse Show �������������������������������������������������������������������������������23 Dept. C – Cattle ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 24-25 Dept. D - Swine �����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������25 Dept. E – Sheep �����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������26 Dept. F - Poultry ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������27-28 Dept. G – FFA �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 28-30 Freeborn County Open Beef Show ����������������������������������������������������������31 Creative Arts & Foods ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������33 Dept. H – Arts & Handicraft ����������������������������������������������������������������� 34–38 Dept. I – Pantry Stores ������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 39-41 Floral Hall ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 42 Dept. J – Flowers ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 43-51 Dept. K – Horticulture ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������51-56 Dept. L – Homemade Wine & Beer ��������������������������������������������������56-57 4-H Club Work ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������57-87 Fair Museum, Ag Hall of Fame & Goldstar Amusements �������� 88 Demolition Derby ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 89 Antique Tractor Entry ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������92 Entry Forms ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 93-95 Map ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������96

TICKET POLICY: The outside gate admission ticket is for admittance to the grounds and does not guarantee all advertised events will be held.

NO REFUNDS WILL BE GIVEN.

Livestock exhibitors will be required to purchase livestock exhibitors tickets on entry day, but will be admitted free at the gate up until 12:00 noon on entry day Tuesday, August 2, 2022.

ADMISSION PRICES

All Concessionaires, Exhibitors, ,Service Personnel, FFA, and 4-H must have Season Tickets and Season Auto Tickets.

General Admission, 10 Years to Adults �������������������������������������������$10.00 Children 0-9 ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������FREE Senior Citizens, (65 & Over) Wednesday Only. ����������������������������� $6.00 Season Ticket (Pre-Season) till July 16th ������������������������������������� $39.00 Season Ticket July 17th – August 7th ������������������������������������������� $45.00 Season Auto Ticket �������������������������������������������������������������������������������� $17.00 Auto Ticket, Per Day �������������������������������������������������������������������������������� $5.00 Livestock Exhibitor Includes Parking �������������������������������������������� $36.00 Goldstar Amusement Ride Passport Good All Week ������������ $55.00 Goldstar Amusement Ride Armband Good One Session ������������� $30.00 Pre-Season and Auto Tickets can be purchased at select banking institutions in the county and the fair office for $39 through July 16th. Starting July 17th through the fair, tickets are $45 and available only at the fair office.

CAMPER FEE - $175.00 FOR THE WEEK

All occupants of camper must be registered in office. Each person must have a season ticket purchased in advance.

Freeborn County Agricultural Society Memberships on sale at Fair Office for $1.00.

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DAILY EVENTS Tuesday, August 2

Wednesday, August 3 Senior Citizens Day

Thursday, August 4

Hours:

Hours:

Hours:

Fair Office 8am - 8:30pm

Fair Office 8am - 8:30pm

Fair Office 8am - 8:30pm

Beer Garden Noon - Midnight

Beer Garden Noon - Midnight

Beer Garden Noon - Midnight

Carnival 5pm - Midnight

Carnival 3pm - Midnight

Carnival 3pm - Midnight

Exhibit Buildings Noon - 8:30pm

Exhibit Buildings 10am - 8:30pm

Exhibit Buildings 10am - 8:30pm

Kiddie Farm Zone 11am - 9pm

Kiddie Farm Zone 9am - 9pm

Kiddie Farm Zone 11am - 9pm

Vendor Building Noon - 8:30pm

Vendor Building 10am - 8:30pm

Vendor Building Noon - 8:30pm

Bear Hollow Carvers Machinery Hill

Bear Hollow Carvers Machinery Hill

Bear Hollow Carvers Machinery Hill

Bucket of Junk - Silent Auction Commercial Building

Bucket of Junk - Silent Auction Commercial Building

Bucket of Junk - Silent Auction Commercial Building

Butterfly Encounter 10am - 8pm Commercial Building

Butterfly Encounter 10am - 8pm Commercial Building

Entertainment Square 4pm - Dunnell Lenort 6pm - Full House Band 7pm - Full House Band

Entertainment Square 12pm - Malek’s Fishermen Band 1pm - Outstanding Senior Citizen Century Farms Agriculture Hall of Fame 2-5pm - Malek’s Fishermen Band 6pm - 507 Country 7pm - 507 Country

Great Lakes Timber Show 5 & 7pm Swifty Racing Pigs Noon, 2, 4, 6, & 8pm GRANDSTAND SHOW - 8:30PM

NEAL MCCOY

Great Lakes Timber Show 1 & 5pm Swifty Racing Pigs Noon, 2, 4, 6, & 8pm Yvonne Cory - Vintage Apron Art 2pm - Creative Arts Building GRANDSTAND SHOW - 8:30PM

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Butterfly Encounter 10am - 8pm Commercial Building Entertainment Square 3pm - I Polka Band 4pm - I Polka Band 6pm - Paul Stewart Show 7pm - Paul Stewart Show Great Lakes Timber Show 1 & 5pm Swifty Racing Pigs Noon, 2, 4, 6, & 8pm GRANDSTAND SHOW - 8:30PM

TED NUGENT

DAILY EVENTS Friday, August 5 Daycare Day

Saturday, August 6 Kid’s Day

Sunday, August 7

Hours:

Hours:

Hours:

Fair Office 8am - 8:30pm

Fair Office 8am - 8:30pm

Fair Office 8am - 6pm

Beer Garden Noon - Midnight

Beer Garden Noon - Midnight

Beer Garden Noon - 8pm

Carnival Noon - Midnight

Carnival Noon - 7pm

Carnival Noon - Midnight Exhibit Buildings Noon - 8:30pm Kiddie Farm Zone 9am - 9pm Vendor Building Noon - 8:30pm

Exhibit Buildings 10am - 8:30pm Kiddie Farm Zone 11am - 9pm Vendor Building Noon - 8:30pm

Bear Hollow Carvers Machinery Hill Bucket of Junk - Silent Auction Commercial Building Butterfly Encounter 10am - 8pm Commercial Building Entertainment Square 3pm - Dunnell Lenort 4pm - Steve Boyken 6pm - Root River Jam 7pm - Root River Jam Great Lakes Timber Show 11am, 1 & 5pm Swifty Racing Pigs Noon, 2, 4, 6, & 8pm GRANDSTAND SHOW - 8:30PM

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FAIR FOOD

Bear Hollow Carvers Machinery Hill Bucket of Junk Silent Auction Ends at 8pm Commercial Building Butterfly Encounter 10am - 8pm Commercial Building Entertainment Square 2pm - Ron & Steve Unplugged 3pm - Diamond Ridge 4pm - Diamond Ridge 6pm - Flash Back Band 7pm - Flash Back Band Great Lakes Timber Show 11am, 1 & 5pm Swifty Racing Pigs Noon, 2, 4, 6, & 8pm GRANDSTAND SHOW - 8:30PM

for KING & COUNTRY

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Exhibit Buildings 11am - 5pm Release Time Kiddie Farm Zone 11am - 4pm Vendor Building 11am - 4pm Bear Hollow Carvers Machinery Hill Butterfly Encounter 10am - 8pm Commercial Building Church Service - Grandstand 10am Entertainment Square 1pm - Talent Show Great Lakes Timber Show 11:30am, 2 & 3:30pm Swifty Racing Pigs Noon, 2, & 4 GRANDSTAND SHOW - 4:00PM

DEMO DERBY

FREEBORN COUNTY FAIR – JUDGING SCHEDULE –

SATURDAY, JULY 30, 2022

THURSDAY AUGUST 4, 2022

Wine & Beer Entries - Fairlane Building �������������� 10:00am to 1:30pm

4-H Beef Show Jan Reed Livestock Arena �������������������������������� 8:00am

SUNDAY, JULY 31, 2022

4-H Dairy followed by Open Dairy, and FFA Dairy Show Jan Reed Arena ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 10:00am

Creative Arts & Foods

4-H Dairy Beef Show Jan Reed Livestock Arena �������������������� 1:00pm

(Home Activities) Entry Day ������������������������������������� 10:00am to 7:00pm

4-H Market Goat Show Jan Reed Livestock Arena ��������������� 4:00pm

4-H Booth and Hay Bale Set Up �������������������������������1:00pm to 4:00pm

FRIDAY, AUGUST 5, 2022

MONDAY, AUGUST 1, 2022

Light Horse Open Show Outdoor Arena ������������������������������������� 8:30am FFA Judging Contest Jan Reed Livestock Arena ������������������ 9:00am

Pre-Entry Day/Judging Day

4-H Llama & Alpaca Show Jan Reed Livestock Arena ������ 12:00pm

Floral Hall - Entry ���������������������������������������������������������� 11:00am to 7:00pm Creative Arts & Foods - Judging ������������������������������ 8:00am to 6:00pm

4-H Poultry Show followed by Open Class Poultry Jan Reed Livestock Arena ���������������������������������������������������������������� 1:00pm

4-H Exhibit Building - General Judging ��������������� 10:30am to 6:00pm

Open Class Swine Jan Reed Livestock Arena ������������������������� 4:00pm

TUESDAY, AUGUST 2, 2022

FFA Open Class Hogs to Follow Draft & Pony Halter Classes Outside Arena ������������������������������ 6:00pm

ENTRY DAY

SATURDAY, AUGUST 6, 2022

Floral Hall - Judging �����������������������������������������������������������������������������9:00am

4-H Livestock Auction Jan Reed Livestock Arena ���������������� 9:00am

Horticulture - Judging �������������������������������������������������������������������������9:00am

Draft & Pony Horse Hitch Classes ���������������������������������������������� 10:00am

4-H Horse Show (Indoor followed by Outdoor Arena) ��������� 12:00pm

Steer and Heifer Show Jan Reed Livestock Arena ��������������� 4:00pm

4-H Rabbit Show Jan Reed Livestock Arena �����������������������������5:00pm

SUNDAY, AUGUST 7, 2022 4-H Meat Cook-Off Livestock Office �������������������������������������������� 8:30am

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 3, 2022 SENIOR CITIZEN DAY

4-H Supreme Showmanship Contest Jan Reed Livestock Arena ��������������������������������������������������������������� 11:00am

FFA Market Lamb Jan Reed Livestock Arena �������������������������� 8:00am

Parade of Champions ��������������������������������������������������������������������������1:00pm

Open Class Sheep Jan Reed Livestock Arena ������������������������ 8:00am

4-H ANIMAL RELEASE TIME 4-H animal release time will be held after the parade of champions which will be held after the pedal pull except for animals that went to market directly after the livestock auction.

4-H Swine Show Jan Reed Livestock Arena North End ������ 8:00am Farm Class Horse Show Outdoor Arena ������������������������������������ 2:00pm Open Class Market Lamb Jan Reed Livestock Arena ���������� 2:00pm

4-H GENERAL EXHIBIT RELEASE TIME

4-H Sheep Show Jan Reed Livestock Arena South End ���� 5:00pm

4:00pm Sunday

OPEN CLASS ANIMAL RELEASE TIME Open class animals are allowed to leave after they are shown unless being shown as 4-H animals also, then you must follow the 4-H release guidelines.

2023 Fair Dates August 1-6, 2023

Entries for the Freeborn County Fair 2022 Open Class

PRE-ENTER In All Departments

Go to the Freeborn County Fair Website, https://www.co.freeborn.mn.us/490/Freeborn-County-Fair and submit your entries on-line for the upcoming fair. Save a stamp and save on gas! Watch our webpage for the date the On-Line site will open. If you have questions just five the fair office a call!

ENTER ON-LINE

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138th

Fair Board of the Annual Freeborn County Fair

Front Row left to right: Mike Woitas (fair manager), Paul Hansen, Larry Irvine, Troy Thompson Back Row left to right: Anna Rahn, Don Nolander, Lonnie Grunzke, Lisa Fruechte (office manager) & Stephanie Johnson (assistant office manager)

OFFICERS

Freeborn County Commissioners

Brad Edwin Dist. 1

Dan Belshan Dist. 2

John Forman Dist. 3

Christopher Shoff Dist. 4

Ted Herman Dist. 5

According to the laws of the State of Minnesota all County Fairs must be operated by the County Agricultural Societies.

The County of Freeborn owns the land on which the Freeborn County Fair operates. They have leased the land to the Freeborn County Agricultural Society. It is the responsibility of the Board of Directors of the Society to correlate any and all activities that take place on the fairgrounds. The Board of Directors are composed of seven members who serve for terms of three years. Directors are elected at the annual meeting of the Society which is held in November. Any resident of Freeborn County may be a member of the society for the sum of $1.00 per year membership.

Following the annual meeting elected directors meet and hold an election of officers. Elected are: President, Vice President, Secretary and Treasurer. These elected officers, abiding by the constitution and By-laws of the Organization, carry out the policies and wishes of the board and coordinate the activities taking place during fair week as the balance of the year.

The fairgrounds is being used for many different kinds of activities during the year in addition the the fair, such as auctions, vehicle storage, dog shows, horse shows, camping, family reunions, weddings, Relay for Life, and various other community events.

ANYONE, ANY AGE CAN EXHIBIT AT THE FREEBORN COUNTY FAIR

FREE PARKING & BUSING AVAILABLE AT THE HIGH SCHOOL PARKING LOT Starting at 5:00 pm - Buses Run Approximately Every 15 Minutes 5

Entertainment at the Grandstand August 2-7, 2022

TUESDAY, AUG. 2, 2022 8:30 PM

WEDNESDAY, AUG. 3, 2022 8:30 PM

Lee Greenwood

Neal McCoy

Purchase Your Reserved Tickets Now For All 5 Of These Great Shows!!

THURSDAY, AUG. 4, 2022 8:30 PM

FRIDAY, AUG. 5, 2022 8:30 PM

Ted Nugent

38 Special

Tickets On Sale At midwestix.com

SATURDAY, AUG. 6, 2022 8:30 PM for King and Country

Sunday, August 7, 2022 - Freeborn County Fair

DEMOLITION DERBY

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- 4:00 pm

1994 Billy Dean Faith Hill, Brother Phelps Aaron Tippin 1995 Archer/Park & Lisa Brokop, Ken Mellons, John Berry, Neal McCoy 1996 David Lee Murphy America Roy Clark Lee Roy Parnell 1997 Coasters - Platters - Drifters, David Kersh, Oak Ridge Boys, 38 Special 1998 Chubby Checker, The Kinley’s, Oak Ridge Boys Three Dog Night 1999 Don Williams Ricky Van Shelton Little River Band BTO 2000 Joe Diffie Oak Ridge Boys The Lettermen 2001 Confederate Railroad Chad Brock Billy Ray Cyrus Fog Hat 2002 Phil Vassar Trick Pony Herman’s Hermits John Anderson 2003 Emerson Drive Tammy Cochran The Oakridge Boys Neal McCoy 2004 Trace Adkins Paul Revere & the Raiders Lee Greenwood Survivor Trick Pony 2005 Darryl Worley Sara Evans Aaron Tippin Dierks Bentley Sawyer Brown 2006 Josh Gracin Miranda Lambert The Oak Ridge Boys Joe Nichols Blake Shelton 2007 Heartland Little Anthony & The Imperials Jake Owen, Josh Turner SHeDAISY

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2008 Oak Ridge Boys, Craig Morgan The Guess Who Emmerson Drive & Ashton Shepherd Jason Aldean 2009 Keith Anderson Luke Bryan, Kellie Pickler Little Big Town Travis Tritt 2010 Justin Moore Love & Theft JoDee Messina George Jones Hinder 2011 Jerrod Niemann The Beach Boys Larry Gatlin & the Gatlin Bros Joe Nichols Finger Eleven 2012 Colt Ford Kip Moore Thompson Square Charley Pride Lonestar 2013 Kellie Pickler Sawyer Brown Dustin Lynch Kenny Rogers Chris Cagle 2014 Eric Paslay Craig Campbell Thomas Rhett Montgomery Gentry Terri Clark 2015 Josh Turner Frankie Ballard Tyler Farr John Michael Montgomery Joe Nichols 2016 LOCASH Chris Janson Jerrod Niemann Ted Nugent Charles Daniels 2017 Kane Brown Collin Ray Diamond Rio Kansas Martina McBride 2018 Easton Corbin, Casi Joy, Chubby Checker, Dylan Scott, April Wine & Warrant w/Kip Winger, Trace Adkins 2019 Ashley McBryde, Roots & Boots Tour, Hairball, Casting Crowns, LANCO 2021 Sawyer Brown Oak Ridge Boys Darci Lynne Gin Blossoms

ENTERTAINMENT

FAIR ENTERTAINMENT HISTORY

1980 La Garde Twins Freddy Fender New Christy Minstrels Janie Fricke 1981 Marty Robbins Alabama World Series of Thrill Helen Cornelius 1982 The Johnson’s, Sylvia Louise Mandrell & R.C. Bannon Box Car Willie 1983 Tom T. Hall, Sylvia, Clay & Sally Hart, The Lettermen 1984 Jerry Reed, Lee Greenwood, The Johnson’s, David Frizzell & Shelly West 1985 Tammy Wynette, Atlanta, Reba McEntire, Nitty Gritty Dirt Band 1986 The Lettermen, Donny & Marie Osmond, Exile, Sawyer Brown 1987 Mel McDaniel, Golden Boys of the Band, Chubby Checker Bobby Rydell Fabian, Bellamy Brothers 1988 Helen Cornelius and Jim Brown Ricky Van Shelton Mickey Gilley Restless Heart 1989 Highway 101 Mel Tillis Tanya Tucker Dessert Rose Band 1990 Charley McClain & Wayne Massey Shenandoah Garth Brooks & Lorrie Morgan Ricky Skaggs 1991 Joe Diffie Shenandoah, Charlies Daniels Band Travis Tritt 1992 Trisha Yearwood Waylon Jennings Marty Stuart Tracy Lawrence 1993 Michelle Wright, McBride and The Ride, Chris Le Deaux, Don Williams

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CENERAL EXHIBITS

OFFICERS

Paul Hansen ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� President Troy Thompson ������������������������������������������������������������������������ Vice-President Larry Irvine ��������������������������������������������������������������������� Secretary / Treasurer Don Nolander ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ Director Anna Rahn ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ Director

1. The Fair Board has the right to refuse any or all exhibits and entries.

2. The Board of Directors reserves the final and absolute right to interpret these rules and regulations and determine all matters, questions and differences in regard thereto or otherwise arising out of or incident to the fair.

3.

The society will take every precaution in its power for the preservation of articles and stock on exhibition but cannot be responsible for any loss or damage that may occur in the delivery, exhibition, or removal of the exhibits.

4.

All concessionaires must be in place by 6:00 pm Monday, August 1. Space assigned and not occupied by Wednesday noon will be considered forfeited. Applications must be made at the Fair office.

5.

Release of all animals after 5:00 pm, Sunday, August 7 and all other exhibits 5:00 pm, Sunday, August 7 under penalty of forfeiture of premium.

6. When there is but one exhibitor per lot and the article or animal is not worthy, no premium will be awarded and in no instance will a premium be awarded to an inferior article or animal.

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ALL LIVESTOCK EXHIBITORS MUST BUY AN APPROPRIATE LIVESTOCK EXHIBITOR TICKET. 8. No article will be allowed to compete for a premium unless on the grounds the first day of the fair.

9. All Livestock Exhibitors at the Freeborn County Fair must abide by the IAFE National Code of Show Ring Ethics.

10. 4-H & FFA Livestock exhibits may show in Open Class.

11. Parties will be allowed to place articles on exhibition without competing for premiums.

12. All parties entering animals must be sure that their stock is entered in the proper class, as it will be the duty of the judges to rule out any animals not answering to the entry and change, or alteration will be permitted after the books are placed in the hands of committees.

13. No persons will be permitted to distribute advertising matter on the grounds except from their place of business or exhibit.

The tacking or posting of any advertisement, bills, cards, etc., other than within the place occupied by exhibitors, is strictly prohibited. The distributions of hand bills, flyers, herald, etc., will not, under any circumstances, be permitted. Anyone violating this rule will be liable to a fine or expulsion from the grounds as the board may elect. No Campaigning outside of your booth.

14. No exhibitor can act as one of the judges of any class in which he is a competitor or in which he is in any way interested.

15. Exhibitors must be answerable for the care of their animals as the society will not be responsible for any loss or damage that may occur in any case by reason of unruliness or other cause.

No horse or pony riding on the fairgrounds except for judging

Lonnie Grunzke �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� Director

SUPERINTENDENTS & SUPERVISORS

Fair Manager �������������������������������������������������������������� Mike Woitas, Hartland Office Manager ��������������������������������������������������� Lisa Fruechte, Albert Lea Assistant Office Manager ������������������ Stephanie Johnson, Albert Lea Grounds Caretaker ��������������������������������������������� Travis Wayne, Albert Lea Grounds Keeper ���������������������������������������������������� Milton Wayne, Ellendale Antique Tractors �� Monty Thoms and Marvin Thompson, Glenville Cattle �������������������������������������������������������������������������������� Tracy Skaar, Hayward Conservation Building ������������������������������������������������������ Al Batt, Hartland Creative Arts & Foods ���������������������������������������� Kandee Petersen, Alden Entertainment Square �������������������������� Kevin & Terri Walton, Glenville FFA ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� Pam Koenen, Alden Floral Hall & Horticulture ������������������������������ Jo Bernard, New Richland ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� Danny Steele, Alden Gates & Tickets ��������������������������������������������� Sue Zimmerman, Albert Lea Homemade Wine & Beer ���������������������������� Jo Bernard, New Richland ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� Danny Steele, Alden Horse, Pony & Draft �����������������������Chris & Heide Morgan, Brownsdale Kiddie Farm Zone ���������������������������������������Jane & Steve Haukoos, Alden Open Beef �������������������������������������������������������������� Travis Wangen, Ellendale Poultry ������������������������������������������������������������� Norman Bangert, Albert Lea Promotion & Publicity �������������������������������������������� Mike Woitas, Hartland Security & Parking ������������������������������������������������������������������������ Kurt Freitag ���������������������������������������������������������������������� Freeborn County Sheriff’s Office Sheep ��������������������������������������������������� Todd & Robin Schmidt, Albert Lea Swine ����������������������������������������������������������������������� Brett Mattson, Albert Lea Treasurer’s Office �������������������������������������� Larry Hopkey and Lance Skov 4-H Extension Educators ������ Amy Wadding and Lexie Ignaszewski 4-H Support Staff ���������������������������������������������������������������������� Wendy Weiss

TOWNSHIP MAP - FAIR DISTRICTS - REGIONS 1-5

FREEBORN

HARTLAND

BATH

GENEVA

NEWRY

CARLSTON

MANCHESTER

BANCROFT

RICELAND

MOSCOW

ALDEN

PICKEREL LAKE

ALBERT LEA

HAYWARD

OAKLAND

MANSFIELD

NUNDA

FREEMAN

SHELLROCK

LONDON

PARKING & BU SING AVAILABLE AT THE HIGH SCHOOL 5:00 PM

Al Batt Conservation Building

MEMBERS AT LARGE - NORMAN FREDIN - DON NOLANDER NE DISTRICT REGION 1 TROY THOMPSON

SE DISTRICT REGION 2 PAUL HANSEN

CITY OF ALBERT LEA REGION 5 LARRY IRVINE

SW DISTRICT REGION 3 GORDY TOENGES

NW DISTRICT REGION 4 MIKE WOITAS

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Travis Wayne Grounds Caretaker

Milton Wayne Grounds Keeper

16. No more than two cash prizes in an individual lot or more than one cash prize in a group lot will be awarded to any one exhibitor; however, an exhibitor may enter any number of animals in each lot and ribbons will be awarded in accordance with the placings of the judge; cash prizes will be moved up in cases where an exhibitor is awarded more than two placings in an individual lot or more than one placing in a group lot.

17. Livestock must be owned by and registered in the exhibitors name from the time of making entries except senior and junior get of sire in cattle division.

18. NO FANS ALLOWED THAT ARE NOT OSHA APPROVED. 19.

MISTING FANS CANNOT BE USED IN THE FAIRGROUND BUILDINGS. 20. Fans in livestock building must blow towards the west. 16 amps or less on each breaker. 1 fan per animal. Extension cords: no less than 12 gauge, maximum length of 50 feet, no multiple ends.

21. Stalls, pens and coops will be furnished free to Freeborn County 4-H Clubs & FFA Exhibitors.

22.

CHUTES ALLOWED IN DESIGNATED AREAS ONLY: North lean to 4-H sheep barn, north side cattle barn, open class sheep barn. NO GROOMING IN PICNIC AREA 23. The dates for computing the ages of animals entered; Horses shall be January 1; Beef cattle, September 1 and January 1; Dairy cattle September and March 1; Swine, September 1 and March 1.

shall be considered as bred by the company. Should a temporary sale or transfer of a show ever be discovered, the exhibitor and proper owner may be barred from any or all future shows..

SOLICITING SUBSCRIPTION 32.

ANY PERSON STAYING OVER NIGHT ON THE FAIR GROUNDS, DURING THE FAIR, MUST HAVE A PERMIT FROM THE SECRETARY’S OFFICE. FAST DRIVING 33. Fast driving or riding within the fair grounds is strictly prohibited.

The Sheriff’s Department is instructed to deal severely with any person or persons violating this rule.

OBSTRUCTING ROADWAYS, PASSAGES, ETC. 34. Any person or persons obstructing any passage or roadway on the fair grounds with automobile or other vehicle, shall upon request of any officer of the Freeborn County Fair, forthwith remove same or be subject to the penalty of a misdemeanor and expulsion from the grounds. The Freeborn County Fair has a prescribed area for demonstrations.

SALE OF CORPORATION OR OTHER STOCKS 35. No person, persons, firm or corporation shall sell, solicit sales of offer or otherwise dispose of stock in any concern corporation or organization of any name or character upon the fair grounds.

ELIGIBILITY 25.

Exhibitors must be prepared to show registration papers of purebred animals entered for exhibition.

26. If from stormy weather or other causes, the receipts will not pay the premium awarded, the premiums will be paid by an equal division of the receipts to exhibitors who have been awarded premiums after the general expenses of the fair have been paid.

27.

All exhibitors will be under the control and direction of the Superintendent, but the fair will in no case be responsible for any loss or damage that may occur. Every exhibitor will be solely responsible for any loss, injury or damage done to property or occasioned by or arising from any animal or article exhibited by him and or its description given in the catalogue and shall indemnify the fair against legal or other proceedings in regard thereto.

28. Persons having claims against the society must present them to the Secretary within fifteen days after the last day of the fair.

29. No article will be allowed to compete for cash premiums that is not named and numbered in the premium list. Articles not listed may be displaced upon approval of the division superintendent.

30.

Livestock trailers must enter the fairgrounds through the NORTHEAST entrance on Richway Drive. Trailers must exit through the NORTHWEST gate back onto Richway Drive. If you need to park your trailer, you must re-enter through the NORTHEAST gate and park by the outdoor horse arena. No livestock trailers are allowed to park in the NORTHWEST parking lot. Tractor Release Time: Loading tractors only permitted before 4:00 pm by the Historical Society or by the Caretakers house. No trailers permitted near show site before 4:00 pm Sunday.

31. Firms and co-partnerships entering animals for competition must be in existence sixty days prior to the date of closing of entries and in all cases must be bona fide and affidavits of the age of the firms may be required by the management. Firms or co-partnerships entered into for show purposes will not be recognized by the association but cattle bred by a member of the firm or company

PROTEST 36. Any person or group that conducts a protest action must limit its activity to the location designated by the Fair Board. The designated location is the farthest SW corner of the fairgrounds West of the Valley Gate. No entrances or exits can be obstructed or limited in any way.

37.

NO DOGS, PETS, BICYCLES or SKATEBOARDS ALLOWED ON GROUNDS. 38. No alcohol on grounds outside of beer gardens.

39. No obscene apparel allowed.

40. The use of personal golf carts is not allowed on the Fairgrounds during the Fair. Only those carts authorized by the Fair will be allowed to operate on Fair property.

PUBLIC NOTICE TO ALL CONCERNED 1.

While the greatest possible care will be executed by the management to protect patrons of the Freeborn County Fair, each individual will be held personally responsible for his or her actions and the management will not be accountable or responsible for any injury.

2.

The Freeborn County Agricultural Society management assumes no liability for loss or damage to any property to the concessionaire, exhibitor or patron, due to theft, fire, tornado, weather conditions or other causes.

Minnesota State Livestock Sanitary Requirements Exhibitors must obey Rules and Regulations Governing Public Exhibition of Livestock and Poultry in Minnesota as adopted and approved by the Attorney General.

For more info see your local veterinarian or superintendent.

No Dogs, Pets, Bicycles or Skateboards Allowed on Grounds.

The use of personal golf carts are not allowed on the Fairgrounds during the Fair.

Only those carts authorized by the Fair will be allowed to operate on Fair property.

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Entertainment

Square

Sponsored by Bayview Funeral Home

TUESDAY 4:00-5:00 6:00-7:00 7:00-8:00

FRIDAY 3:00-4:00 4:00-5:00 6:00-7:00 7:00-8:00

Dunnell Lenort Full House Band Full House Band

WEDNESDAY - Senior Citizen's Day 12:00-1:00 1:00

2:00-5:00 6:00-7:00 7:00-8:00

SATURDAY

Malek’s Fishermen Band Outstanding Senior Citizen Century Farm Agriculture Hall of Fame Malek’s Fishermen Band 507 Country 507 Country

2:00-3:00 3:00-4:00 4:00-5:00 6:00-7:00 7:00-8:00

Ron & Steve Unplugged Diamond Ridge Diamond Ridge Flashback Band Flashback Band

SUNDAY

THURSDAY 3:00-4:00 4:00-5:00 6:00-7:00 7:00-8:00

Dunnell Lenort Steve Boyken Root River Jam Root River Jam

1:00

I Polka Band I Polka Band Paul Stewart Show Paul Stewart Show

Talent Show Freeborn County Fair Talent Show Rules & Application can be found in the Fairbook

Local Entertainment Will Be Featured Daily Notes Performers are Members of the Minnesota Music Hall of Fame

Entertainment Square Director Kevin Walton

GREAT LAKES TIMBER SHOW The lumberjack show features chainsaw carving, axe throwing, horizontal wood chopping, two-man crosscut sawing, log rolling and loads of humor. Other events can be presented are vertical wood chopping and one man crosscut sawing.

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“Kiddie Farm Zone”

Welcome back to year #4 in our TEMPORARY home in the North Pavilion at the Freeborn County Fair.

This year again we are combining the Kiddie Farm and the Kids Zone and will call it the

Kiddie Farm Zone.

Join us as we create new experiences along with many old favorites.

We want to continue to WOW everyone who visits from young kiddos to seasoned fair goers. Come see the eggs hatching in the observation incubator, chicks in the baby chick arena and see the laying hens “Dance” Sow Unit with piglets and many other favorites.

See you at The Kiddie Farm Zone!

Pedal Tractor Giveaway, Sunday (Held right after the Pedal Pull need NOT be present to win. Pedal Tractor sponsored by Arnold’s of Alden)

Fun Interactive Educational exhibits Pedal Pull Sunday @ 1:00 pm Pedal Pull sponsored by Precision Septic Services

Hours for the Kiddie Farm Zone Tues/Thurs/Sat.....11:00 am - 9:00 pm Wednesday/Senior Citizens Day.....9:00 am - 9:00 pm Friday/Daycare Day…..9:00 am - 9:00 pm Sunday…11:00 am - 4:00 pm Kiddie Farm Zone Superintendents: Jane & Steve Haukoos For questions contact Jane or Steve at (507) 874-2668

Kiddie Farm Zone Sponsored by:

Albert Lea Seedhouse, Alliant Energy Central Farm Service, Edward Jones Alex Johnston-Andrew Irvine-Angie Eggum-David Kramer-Paul Nolette, Freeborn County Corn & Soybean Growers, Poet, and T&W Towing.

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BEAR HOLLOW CARVERS Located on Machinery Hill

Bear Hollow Wood Carvers are high-energy wood carvers who can turn a piece of wood into a work of art with nothing more than a chainsaw and their imaginations! Bear Hollow’s Wood Carvers can bring virtually any idea to life: animals, people, pets, memorials, benches... You name it, and they will make it real!

Featured on the Discovery Channel’s Saw Dogs.”

THE BUTTERFLY ENCOUNTER

Located in the Commercial Building A live walk-through screened exhibit that houses multiple butterflies where you can interact, feed and learn about them and why they are so important!

SWIFTY SWINE RACING & SWIMMING PIGS Watch these little porkers pound the turf at a blazing 15 mph., and all for an Oreo cookie! The winner gets the cookie, the loser gets the crumbs.

Sponsors: Alliant Energy Freeborn Pride Builders

Rad Zoo 1:30 & 3:00pm Saturday North Pavilion

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ATTRACTIONS

ATTRACTIONS AT THE FAIR

VENDORS CONCESSIONS

Knights of

Albert Lea FFA Sweet Corn, Freezies, Pop, Chips, Ice Cream, Pulled

La Borinqua Jibaritos, Relleno de Papa, Empanadas, Carne Frita,

Pork Sandwiches, Watermelon, Spam Burgers, Brat

Alcapurrias, Puerto Rican Tacos, Puerto Rican Rice,

Burgers, Coffee, Donuts

Puerto Rican Drink

Columbus

Ludwigs

American Dairy / 4-H

Ice Cream, Malts, Milk

Shaved Ice Shaved ice, Wild Island Drinks, Cotton Candy

Foods Prime Rib, Sliced Steak & Cheese Sandwich, Turkey

Merrill’s Popcorn

Breast, Rib Eye, BBQ Beef Sandwich, Smoked Pork

cheeseburgers, fried dill pickles, egg rolls, pizza

Auntie L’s/B3

burgers, smoothies, pop, water

Concessions Deep Fried Oreos, Deep Fried Snickers, Deep Fried

Ole & Lena’s Fresh Hand Dipped Wisconsin Cheese Curds, Fresh

Twinkies, Deep Fried Strawberries, Deep Fried Ho

Cut Hand Dipped Onion Rings, Combo-Cheese

Ho’s, Boneless Chicken Wings, Steak Fries, Key

Curds and Onion Rings, Water, Pop

Lime Pie, Soda, Water, Ice Cream Treats, Deep Fried

Piggy Blues BBQ Pork Stuffed Potatoes, Smoked Turkey Drumsticks,

Peanut Butter Cups, Funnel Fries

BBQ Pork Sandwich, Nachos, Rib Basket, Pepsi

Shish Kebabs, Gyro Sandwiches

Products

Benny’s Bigfoot

Pretzel Wiz Homemade Soft Pretzels with Toppings, Pickles, Pop,

BBQ Pork Chop on a Stick, BBQ Sandwich, Pork Chop

Water, Kool-Aid

Sandwich, Mac & Cheese, Beans, Bottle Products

Signatures

Brunos Corn Dogs, Pop, Pancake Mix, Water

Supper Club

Burger Barn Burgers, Fries, Onion Rings, Hotdogs, Stuffed Tator

Hot Beef Sundae, Pop, Water

Smokin Barrel

Tots, Chicken Strips, Mac ‘n Cheese Bites, Water, Pop

BBQ BBQ Nachos, Brisket, Pulled Pork, Sweet Tea, Street

Casa Zamora Tacos, Burritos, Hamburgers, Hot Dogs, Enchilada,

Tacos, BBQ Mac Sundae, Specialty Egg Rolls

Tostados, Fajitas

Smokin Bros. Bro Dog, Pulled Pork, Beef Brisket, Big Dog, Loaded

ChillJoy Ice

Fries, Mini Ribs, Fresh Cut Fries, Cheese Fries, Pop,

Cream, LLC Flavored ice cream cones, flavored blizzards, root

Water

beer floats, Sundaes, cookie dough, bottled water

Southwest Soda

Dairy Men

Ice Cream, Root Beer Floats, Milk

Saloon

Chantel DeBlois

Fresh Squeezed Lemonade

St Theodore’s Catholic School

Faye’s Concessions Funnel Cakes, Chicken Strips, Cheese Sticks, Fried

Old Fashion Soda, Stainless Mugs, & Carabiners Assorted Foods

Sunset Saddle

Potatoes, Fries, Fresh Strawberry Smoothies, Frozen

Club Water, Pop, Chips, Candy Bars, Ice Cream Cones, Ice

Drinks, Corn Dogs, Chips, Root Beer Floats, Pop

Cream Treats

Freeborn County

Taco King Tacos, Nachos, Burritos, Quesadilla, Salad, Walking

4-H Clover Stand Hamburgers, Fries, Chicken Strips, Pork Chops,

Taco, Pop

Ribeyes, Pancakes, Eggs, Hash Browns, Rolls, Fruit

Tom Thumb Mini

Salad, Coleslaw, Hot Dog, Salad, French Toast,

Donuts Tom Thumb Mini Donuts, Pop, Bottled Water

Sausage, Bacon, Ham, English Muffins

Tysk Concessions Cotton Candy, Candy, Popcorn, Sno Cones, Cold

French Fries, Corn Dogs

Drinks, Caramel Apples, Caramel Apple Slices,

Godfather’s Pizza

Caramel Popcorn

(2 Trucks) Whole Pizza, Slice Pizza, Monkey Bread, Bottle Water,

Unique

Soft Drinks

Concessions Dole Soft Serve Treats, Razzle Cream Treats, Chicken

Good Face Indian Fry Bread

Popcorn, Pop

Nel’s Diner Wedge French fries, chicken strips, hamburgers,

Loin Sandwich, Pop, Slushes, Gatorade, Water

Fresh Fries

Sno Cones, Cotton Candy

Made it Myself

Andy’s Tasty

B & D Greek

Kettle Corn

Salad and Roast Beef on Croissant Bun with Chips & Indian Fry Bread, Dessert Fry Breads, Bottled Water

Pickle, 3 varieties of Pretzels, Waffle Bowl Sundaes, and Water.

Grandma’s Cookies Chocolate chip Cookies, Milk, Coffee, Water, Hot

Westrums Mini Donuts, Corn Dogs, Footlongs, Smoothies, Drinks

Chocolate, Tea

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VENDORS INSIDE COMMERCIAL VENDORS 402Video Productions - Information - Video

Scentsy Candles - Candles, Diffusers, Oils, Car Fresheners

Albert Lea Church of Christ - Encourage Spiritual Living, Promote Church and Bible Reading

St. John’s Lutheran Community - Information - Nursing Home

Alliant Energy Information on Alliant Energy’s Bent Tree Wind Project

Ted Herman - County Commissioner

Avon - Makeup, perfume, skin care, bath & body products, household products, Jewelry

Tennyson Construction - Information on Wet Basements, Foundation Repair, Egress, Windows, Radon

Wanda Christianson - Crafts, Candy Dishes, Jewelry, Ceramic Coasters, Picture Frames

Travel Resorts of the Midwest - Promoting Campgrounds

Color Street Nails - Color Street Nail Strips Convention of States - Educational Materials about Convention of States

CONSERVATION BUILDING

Out of the Darkness Walk - Suicide Prevention Brochures, Flyer’s, Yard Signs, Spinning Wheel for Free Prizes

Audubon Society Ducks Unlimited

doTerra - Cherished Essentials - doTerra Essential Oils, Memberships, Educational Materials, Diffusers, Volcanic Pumice Stone, Make/Take Blends, Skin Care Lotions, Creams, Soaps, Bath Salts, Scrubs, Lip Balm and EO Inhaler

Fountain Lake Sportsmen Freeborn County Pheasant & Habitat Freeborn County Soil & Water Minnesota Gateway Deer Hunters

Dale Glazier for Sheriff - Campaign materials for Sheriff Election

Shellrock River Watershed District

ETCHpressions - Laser Etched Insulated Mugs, Tumblers, Beverage Holders, Grill Sets, Bake-ware, Wood, Leather, Glass and More

MACHINERY HILL

Freeborn County - Various Departments - Information on County Services

Arnold Implement - Machinery Display

Freeborn County Democrats - Information - Democratic Party

D&L Equipment - Farm Machinery Dave Syverson Trucks - Truck Display

Freeborn County MCCL - Info-Right to Life

Chuck Karl - Display Sheds

Freeborn County Partners-Prevention - Info, Handouts, Photos from Students, Prevention Games, Activities, Give a Way Prizes for Participation information

Kibble Equipment - Machinery Display Kroubetz Campers - Camper Display

Freeborn County Republicans - Republican Party and T-Shirts for sale

Miner’s Outdoor Recreation - Lawn Mowers, Golf Carts, Chain Saws & Trimmers

Gideons - Bibles Given Out

Northstar Power Sports - Recreational Items

Good Samaritan Center - Rest Home Information

Power Lift Doors - Overhead Hydraulic Doors

HB Enterprises - Long length fruit flavored licorice, Wind spinners

Sanco Equipment - Equipment Display

LandProz - Information - Land for Sale Leaf Filter - Leaf Filter Gutter Protection Information

OUTSIDE VENDORS

Mayo Clinic Health System - Healthy Living Information, Giveaway Items

Albert Lea Lions - Bingo

Natures Solutions - Rainbow and Rainmaker Air Purification and House Cleaning System

Bullseye Amusements - Inflatable Shooting Range

Purseman - Leather Purses, Goods, Fashion Handbags, Belts, Accessories, Clothing

Cloverleaf Lions - Ring Toss Herold Flags & Flagpoles - Flags, Flagpoles

Relax the Back Massage Therapy - Chair Massage, Sombra Pain Relieving Gel

T-Mobile USA, Inc. - Wireless Plans, Wireless Devices, Wireless Accessories

Ryan Shea for Sheriff - Campaign materials for Sheriff Elections

VFW - Fellowship - Raffle

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FAIR PERSON OF THE YEAR & FRIENDS OF THE FAIR Each year we honor individuals for their interest in the Freeborn County Fair

Fair Person of the Year

2014 Dennis Brue, Mike Thompson, Scott Thompson 2015 Gordon Toenges, Daryl Mattson, Bob Hage 2016 Tracy Ball, Shelly Peterson, Mike Woitas, Larry Irvine 2017 Roger Lonning, Tom Hovde 2018 Steve & Jane Haukoos 2019 Travis Wayne

1999 2001 2002

Erna Berthelsen Leonard Hage Marville & Lauretta Toenges, Don Nolander, Janet Steene, Don Drescher 2003 G lenn Ruble, Phil Callahan, Phil Jensen 2004 Lowell Ross, Rhodette Groe 2005 Marion Drescher, Kim Gooden 2006 Gene Thompson, Janelle Vanengelberg 2007 Bill Megan, Gene Loge, Kyle Olson, LaVerne Martin 2008 Bob Benson, Paul Anderson, Don Rippentrop 2009 Karen Jacobs, Jan Reed, Ruth Vermedahl 2010 AG STAR, Larry Irvine, Marty Little, Deb Steinfeldt, Jerry Hickman 2011 Nordean Krueger, Elton Kvenold, Norm Fredin 2012 Clarence & Karnie Schwierjohann 2013 Dan & Sue Steele, Norman Bangert

Friend of the Fair 2014 John Larson, Karol Hansen, Jim Munyer, Donna Stolaas, Sue Zimmerman 2015 John Kluever, Glenn Mathiason, Dan Belshan, Jim Nelson, Christopher Shoff, Mike Lee 2016 Greg Jensen, Beau Jensen, Jim Manges, O.C. Johnson, Ed Rygh, Lowell Gabriel, Maynard Erickson, Hugh O’Byrne, Garnys Nelson, Eunice Bakken 2017 Diane Johns 2018 Kristine Christensen, Ron Woitas, Mike Levison 2019 Jerry & Gerry Vogt, Susie Peterson 2021 Casa Zamora

OUTSTANDING SENIOR CITIZENS

2000 Joy Roelofs, Donald Chryst

2001 Gladys Weyrum, Dick Webber 2002 Thelma Guenther, Stan Sevaldson 2003 Louise Yost, Theresa Jackson 2004 Geraldine Horswell, Paul Overgaard 2005 Charlene Becker, Otto Becker

FREEBORN COUNTY CENTURY FARMS

2006 Roberta Ernston, Louise Henderson 2007 Evelyth Tiede, Roger Lonning 2008 Jean Pestorious, Bruce Owens

2015 Donald Chapek, Jerry & Lois Epland, Kiven Lukes,

2009 Marion Drescher, Paul Scrabeck

Delores Steele

2010 Dorothy Simonsen, Richard Polley 2011

Patricia “Pat” Johannesen, Darryl Meyer

2012

Viola Krosgaard, Charles “Chuck” Van Wey

2013

Arthur Ludtke, Jr.

2016 Leslie Christensen, Alan Bakken, John Penkava 2017 Lyn & Lynn Sorensen, Allan Brown, Richard & Arlene Cherney, Burton & Dorothy Kittelson, Roland Brewer 2018 Mark & Karol Foster, Berg/Hanson Family Farm

2014 Bernice “Perk” Monsen 2015

Clifford Rask

2016

Terrill “Terry” Perkins

2017

Karen Callahan, Alan Arends

2019 Funfar/Hajek Farm, Krikava Family Farm, Braaten Farms, Ronald and Julie Stadheim Family Farm 2020 Arlo & Julie Wallin Farm, D&P Farms, The Madson Farm – Jacobs Family

2018 Imogene “Jeanie” Opdahl, Dave Mullenbach 2019 2021

Judy Popp-Anderson, Paul Anderson

2021

Rose Olmsted, Glen Parsons

2022 Calvin S. Lyle Family Fair

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Knudson – Meyer Farm

The Freeborn County Fair would like to Thank the following Sponsors for their interest and Support of the Fair Albert Lea Seedhouse Albert Lea Steel Alliant Energy Alpha Orthodontics Americana Insurance Arcadian Bank Astro Building Bayview Funeral Home Calico Hutch Quilt Shop Central Farm Services Century 21 Atwood Church Offset Printing Country Inn & Suites East Side Liquor Edward Jones Alex Johnston Andrew Irvine Angie Eggum David Kramer Paul Nolette

Farm Bureau Federation Farm Bureau Financial Services Five Sisters Project Freeborn County Co-op Oil Freeborn County Corn & Soybean Freeborn Pride Builders Geno’s Plumbing Godfathers Good Steward Consulting -ALEA Guaranteed Rate-ALEA Hanson Tire Heartman Insurance Hill, Benda, Skov, Bernau, PA Hilltop Greenhouse Hi-Yield Products Hodgman Drainage Home Federal Savings Johnson Heating

Thank You

LandProz Liquor Depot LS Storage Master Plumbing Mayo Health Systems MercyOne Midwest Ag Advisors Mrs. Gerry’s Kitchen North American Title Poet Precision Septic Services Produce State Bank Security Bank St. John’s Lutheran T&W Towing Thompson Electric Thompson Sanitation Troy Thompson Agency Ziegler CAT

SURROUNDING COUNTY FAIRS

To These Area Businesses for their Support of the Freeborn County Fair by Having Season Tickets Available for Sale

Cannon Valley, Canon Falls

July 1-4

Winona County, St. Charles

July 6-10

Wabasha County, Wabasha

July 13-16

Waseca County, Waseca

July 13-17

Fillmore County, Preston

July 18-24

Arcadian Bank - Albert Lea & Freeborn

Rice County, Faribault

July 20-24

City & County Employees Credit Union

Olmsted County, Rochester

July 25-31

Home Federal

Faribault County, Blue Earth

July 27-30

Hy-Vee - Albert Lea

Dakota County, Farmington

Aug. 8-14

Mower County, Austin

Aug. 9-14

Goodhue County, Zumbrota

Aug. 9-13

Accentra Credit Union Albert Lea-Freeborn County Chamber of Commerce

Produce State Bank - Williams St., Bridge Ave., & Glenville Security Bank - Albert Lea, Alden, & Emmons Trades & Labor Credit Union United Employees Credit Union Albert Lea Convention & Visitors Bureau

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Martin County, Fairmont

Aug. 15-21

Steele County, Owatonna

Aug. 16-21

Dodge County, Kasson

Aug. 17-21

Houston County, Caledonia

Aug. 17-21

ALBERT LEA, MN www.freeborncountyfair.com

Lots# 1. OPEN DRIVING-SINGLE 2. OPEN DRIVING-TEAM $5 entry fee per horse Paybacks 1 time fee paid to anyone that hitches in at least one event.

3. YOUTH DRIVING-SINGLE 4. YOUTH DRIVING-TEAM 5. OBSTACLE COURSE-SINGLE 6. OBSTACLE COURSE-TEAM

Open to all light horse breeds, draft breeds, work breeds, ponies, mules, and donkeys.

7. FEED RACE 8. LOG SKIDDING-SINGLE 9. LOG SKIDDING-TEAM

Show info contact Gene Wangen 507-402-4721 or Chris Morgan 507-440-1981 | Heidi Morgan 507-440-9619 Freeborn County Horse Dept.

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THANK YOU, FARMERS! For producing our food, fuel, and fiber. You are the engine of Freeborn County’s economy.

MORREIM DRAINAGE, INC.

2015

Water Management Specialists Phil Morreim • Mark Morreim Land Drainage • Conservation Construction Septic Systems • Road Boring • Backhoeing Consulting • Wild Life Ponds • Ditch Clean Outs 71610 263rd Street Albert Lea, MN 56007

Family-Owned, Farmer-Focused

507-826-3449 Mark 507-383-6550 Email underground40@hotmail.com

800.352.5247 | ALSEED.COM

CULTIVATE • PRODUCE • GROW

Utilizing the latest in agricultural technology, we’ll help you move toward transfer or employment in agricultural marketing and finance, agricultural operations management, agricultural sales and services, or agriculture technology.

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DEPARTMENT A – DRAFT & PONIES

DEPARTMENT A

Judge: Dan Nisley Class 1. Halter Classes Friday, August 5th - 6 am

Draft and Ponies Farm Class & Light Horse

Draft Halter Pony Halter Lot No. Lot No. 1. Mare 3 & under 2. Mare 3 & under 3. Mare 4 & under 4. Mare 4 & over Grand and Reserve Mares Grand and Reserve Mares 5. Gelding 3 & under 6. Gelding 3 & under 7. Gelding 4 & over 8. Gelding 4 & over Grand and Reserve Geldings Gelding and Reserve Geldings 9. Youth Showmanship 15-17 yrs.

10. Youth Showmanship 14 yrs. & under 11. Youth Costume Class

Chris & Heidi Morgan, Superintendents 58285 240th St. Brownsdale, MN 55918 507-440-1981 or 507-440-9619 ALL DEPARTMENT A ENTRIES AND ENTRY FEES MUST BE ENTERED BY JULY 31, 2022

Awards for Youth Classes

General Information - Draft Horse & Pony Departments All Entries and Entry Fees must be entered and paid for by 7/31 using the Livestock entry from in the back of this Fair book.

Draft Classes Lot No. 12. Ladies Cart 14. Men’s Cart 16 Youth Sr. Cart 18. Youth Jr. Cart 20. Tandem 22 Ladies Team 24. Men’s Team 26. Youth Sr. Team 28 Youth Jr. Team 30. Unicorn 32. 4 Horse Hitch 34. 6 Horse Hitch

An entry fee of $5.00 per Draft Horse and Driving Pony will be charged to all exhibitors.

All exhibitors must be pre-entered to compete in The Horse Show.

No Exceptions.

Exhibitors shall procure their Back Numbers at the Announcer/Entry Stand on Saturday morning prior to the beginning of the horse show.

The date for computing ages of exhibitors shall be January 1st of the Current year. Youth Drivers will refer to youth who are ages 8-17 years of age.

Certificate of registry of purebreds is to be furnished to the superintendents upon request. If registry is not provided, horses will be deemed “grade” horses. A current negative Coggin’s test is required for each animal shown and the number to be provided on the entry from. Each exhibitor shall provide their own feed and bedding. Shavings are available on site for sale. Stalls will be allocated on a space available basis. No fans allowed in barns that are not OSHA approved.

Class 2. Hitch Classes Saturday, August 6th - 10 am

Pony Classes Lot No. 13. Pleasure Cart 15. Ladies Cart 17. Men’s Cart 19. Youth Sr. Cart 21. Youth Jr. Cart 23. Tandem 25. Ladies Team 27. Men’s Team 29. Youth Sr. Team 31. Youth Jr. Team 33. Unicorn 35. 4 Pony Hitch

37. Competition Six, Drafts and Ponies

Premiums For the Draft and Pony Class

Class 1, Lots 1-11 Class 2, Lots 12-19, 21 Class 2, Lots 20, 22-31, 33 Class 2, Lots 32, 35 Class 2, Lots 34, 36, 37

All stalled Draft horses and Ponies should be on the fairgrounds from Friday evening or Saturday morning to the conclusion of the Open Show on Saturday. You do not have to stall Friday if not showing in the halter classes. Stalling is not mandatory.

$18-$16-$14-$12-$10-$8 $40-$35-$30-$25-$20-$15 $65-$60-$55-$50-$45-$40 $150-$125-$100-$75-$50-$50 $250-$225-$200-$150-$125-$100

Class 3. Farm Class Show Wednesday, August 3rd - 2 pm Lot No. 1. Open Driving-Single 2. Open Driving-Team 3 Youth Driving-Single 4. Youth Driving-Team 5. Obstacle Course-Single 6. Obstacle Course-Team 7. Feed Race 8. Log Skidding-Single 9. Log Skidding-Team

All stallions must be tied with a halter and neck rope and exhibited by an adult 18 years and over.

Stock must be in the show ring promptly after being called. Any person failing to enter the ring after being called three times will be disqualified from the class. If a Rain Delay is necessary, the show will be delayed until the indoor arena becomes available.

All exhibitors will have their Premium checks mailed to them at the conclusion of the fair.

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DEPARTMENT B LIGHT HORSE

Class 4 - Pleasure Class Friday, August 5th - 8:30 am Lot No. 1. Showmanship 10 & under 2. Showmanship 11-13 3. Showmanship 14-17 4. Showmanship 18 & over 5. Lead line 6 & under 6. English Equitation 17 & under 7. English Equitation 18 & over 8. English Pleasure 17 & under 9. English Pleasure 18 & over 10. Walk Trot Western 10 & under ** 11. Western Horsemanship 13 & under 12. Western Horsemanship 14-17 13. Western Horsemanship 18 & over 14. Pony Horsemanship 54” & under / 13 & under 15. Western Pleasure 13 & under 16. Western Pleasure 14-17 17. Western Pleasure 18 & over 18. Pony Western Pleasure 54” & under / 13 & under

WSCA Judge: Julia Olstad Electric Timer for Games Judging begins with Showmanship - Friday, August 5th at 8:30 am.

Order of show: Showmanship - Riding - Games.

General Information - Light Horse & Riding Pony Depts.

PRE-ENTRY IS HIGHLY SUGGESTED! All Entries and Entry fees must be paid on or before the day of show by sending payment to Freeborn CO. Fair or paying the day of the show. You will need to fill out an entry form for each horse/pony that will be shown. You may enter the day of the show.

An entry fee of $3.00 per class. Exhibitors shall procure their back numbers at the Entry Stand on Friday morning prior to the beginning of the horse show. Entries for classes 1-18 will close 30 minutes prior to start of show, and as well as, 30 minutes prior to Game classes starting.

The date for computing ages of exhibitors shall be January 1 of the current year.

STALLS WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE DAY OF SHOW. Everyone will show from their trailer.

A Current negative Coggin’s test is required for each animal shown.

All Light horse and Riding Pony classes will run under WSCA rules. All stallions must be tied with a halter and neck rope and exhibited by an adult 18 years or older.

Horses must be in the show ring promptly after being called. Any person failing to enter the ring after being called three times will be disqualified from the class.

All exhibitors will have their premium checks mailed to them at the conclusion of the fair.

** Walk/Trot classes Horse/Rider, Combination cannot compete in any like classes requiring a lope.

Class 5 - Game Classes Friday, August 5th - 8:30 am

Premiums 1st $10 2nd $8 3rd $6 4th $4 5th $2

Lot No. 19. Pole Weaving 35 & over 20. Pole Weaving 18-34 21. Pole Weaving 14-17 22. Pole Weaving 11-13 23. Pole Weaving 10 & under 24. Key Race 25 & over 25. Key Race 18-34 26. Key Race 14-17 27. Key Race 11-13 28. Key Race 10 & under 29. Jumping Figure 8 35 & over 30. Jumping Figure 8 18-34 31. Jumping Figure 8 14-17 32 Jumping Figure 8 11-13 33. Jumping Figure 8 10 & under 34. Barrels 35 & over 35. Barrels 18-34 36. Barrels 14-17 37. Barrels 11-13 38. Barrels 10 & under 39. Peewee Ride & Lead 54” & Under

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FREEBORN COUNTY FAIR DRAFT AND PONY SHOW AUGUST 5TH AND 6TH 2022

DEPARTMENT A DRAFT AND PONIES CLASS 1. HALTER CLASSES

*FRIDAY, AUGUST 5TH 6 PM* PONY HALTER 2. MARE 3 & UNDER 4. MARE 4 & OVER GRAND AND RESERVE MARES 6. GELDING 3 & UNDER 8. GELDING 4 & OVER GRAND AND RESERVE GELDINGS

LOT#

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DRAFT HALTER 1. MARE 3 & UNDER 3. MARE 4 & OVER GRAND AND RESERVE MARES 5. GELDING 3 & UNDER 7. GELDING 4 & OVER GRAND AND RESERVE GELDINGS

**HIGHER PREMIUMS** GRAND AND RESERVE AWARDS $5 ENTRY FEE PER HOUSE/PONY

9. YOUTH SHOWMANSHIP 15-17 YRS 10. YOUTH SHOWMANSHIP 14 YRS & UNDER 11. YOUTH COSTUME CLASS

AWARDS FOR YOUTH CLASSES

CLASS 2. HITCH CLASSES

Judge: Dan Nisley STALLING AVAILABLE FRIDAY AND SATURDAY PLEASE RESERVE ASAP

*SATURDAY, AUGUST 6TH 10 AM* LOT#

DRAFT CLASSES

12. LADIES CART 14. MEN’S CART 16. YOUTH SR CART 18. YOUTH JR CART 20. TANDEM 22. LADIES TEAM 24. MEN’S TEAM 26. YOUTH SR TEAM 28. YOUTH JR TEAM 30. UNICORN 32. 4 HORSE HITCH 34. 6 HORSE HITCH

LOT#

LUNCH BREAK FROM 12:30-1 PM

PONY CLASSES

13. PLEASURE CART 15. LADIES CART 17. MEN’S CART 19. YOUTH SR. CART 21. YOUTH JR. CART 23. TANDEM 25. LADIES TEAM 27. MEN’S TEAM 29. YOUTH SR. TEAM 31. YOUTH JR. TEAM 33. UNICORN 35. 4 PONY HITCH 36. 6 PONY HITCH

37. COMPETITION SIX, DRAFTS AND PONIES

PREMIUMS FOR THE DRAFT AND PONY CLASS CLASS 1, LOTS 1-11 $18-$16-$14-$12-$10-$8 CLASS 2, LOTS 12-19, 21 $40-$35-$30-$25-$20-$15 CLASS 2, LOTS 20, 22-31, 33 $65-$60-$55-$50-$45-$40 CLASS 2, LOTS 32, 35 $150-$125-$100-$75-$50-$50 CLASS 2, LOTS 34, 36, 37 $250-$225-$200-$150-$125-$100

For more info contact Chris or Heidi Morgan 507-440-1981 / 507-440-9619 Freeborn County Horse Superintendents

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ALBERT LEA, MN www.freeborncountyfair.com

FREEBORN COUNTY FAIR WSCA OPEN HORSE SHOW Friday, August 5th, 2022 - 8:30 am Freeborn County Fairgrounds Horse Arena 1105 Bridge Ave., Albert Lea, MN

DEPARTMENT B LIGHT HORSE WSCA Judge: Julia Olstad Entry Fee: $3.00 per class Electric Time for garres

LOT#

WSCA Rules Apply Show goes RAIN OR SHINE!

LOT#

CLASS 4 - PLEASURE CLASSES 1. Showmanship 10 & Under 2. Showmanship 11-13 3. Showmanship 14-17 4. Showmanship 18 & Over 5. Lead line 6 & Under 6. English Equitation 17 & Under 7. English Equitation 18 & Over 8. English Pleasure 17 & Under 9. English Pleasure 18 & Over 10. Walk Trot Western 10 & Under** 11. Western Horsemanship 13 & Under 12. Western Horsemanship 14-17 13. Western Horsemanship 18 & Over 14. Pony Horsemanship 54” & Under/13 & Under 15. Western Pleasure 13 & Under 16. Western Pleasure 14-17 17. Western Pleasure 18 & Over 18. Pony Western Pleasure 54” & Under/13 & Under

HIGHPOINT AWARDS! Not responsible for accidents, injury, loss or theft Must have proof of age and/or registry upon request Negative Coggins test in possession required.

CLASS 5 - GAME CLASSES 19. Pole Weaving 35 & Over 20. Pole Weaving 18-34 21. Pole Weaving 14-17 22. Pole Weaving 11-13 23. Pole Weaving 10 & Under 24. Key Race 35 & Over 25. Key Race 18-34 26. Key Race 14-17 27. Key Race 11-13 28. Key Race 10 & Under 29. Jumping Figure 8 35 & Over 30. Jumping Figure 8 18-34 31. Jumping Figure 8 14-17 32. Jumping Figure 8 11-13 33. Jumping Figure 8 10 & under 34. Barrels 35 & Over 35. Barrels 18-34 36. Barrels 14-17 37. Barrels 11-13 38. Barrels 10 & Under 39. PeeWee Ride & Lead 54” & Under/10 & Under

** Walk/Trot Classes Horse/Rider, Combination cannot complete in any like classes requiring a lope.

PREMIUMS 1ST - $10 2ND - $8 3RD - $6 4TH - $4 5TH - $2

Contact Chris or Heidi Morgan Freeborn County Horse Superintendents for more info 507-440-1981/507-440-9619 23

DEPARTMENT C CATTLE

Financial Success for the

Tracy Skaar Superintendent- Dairy 19201 820th Ave., Hayward, MN 507-377-8457

FUTURE

Entries Close Monday, July 25, 2022, or When Barns Are Filled Every exhibit must be pre-registered with entry fee enclosed.

FFA and 4H showing in open class must be pre-registered.

Livestock Exhibitor ticket $36.00 Entry Fee: $3.00 per head Entry Time: Tuesday, August 2 until 12:00 Noon Judging: Open show will be held in conjunction with the 4-H & FFA Dairy, Thursday August 4 at 10:00 am Beef, Thursday, August 4 at 3:00 pm Dairy, Thursday, August 4 immediately following the 4-H Show All animals must meet the requirements of the Minnesota Livestock Sanitary Board. No health papers for Minnesota cattle are required.

NO FANS ALLOWED THAT ARE NOT OSHA APPROVED. ELIGIBILITY Open to registered and grades. Grades must resemble their respective breed (no cross breeds) and sired by a registered sire. An animal owned in partnership may be entered in one partner’s name in all classes to which it is eligible but must be shown under but one ownership throughout the classifications of the fair and the entry must carry a footnote showing the actual ownership as it appears on the herd book record.

The fair will not be responsible for disease contracted during the exhibition. The dates for computing ages of dairy cattle shall be September 1 and March 1. Beef cattle, September 1 and March 1. Bulls over one year old must be secured with ring in nose.

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Class No. 1 - Mixed Dairy Breeds

GROUPS 23. Get of sire, 4 animals by one sire shown in above lots, both sexes represented 24. Three animals by one sire both sexes represented shown in lots 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 or 15, 17, 18, 19 & 20

Class No. 2 - Holsteins Class No. 3 - Guernseys Class No. - 4 Jerseys Class No. 5 - Ayrshires

LOTS 25. Best of 6 head, bred and owned or co-owned by exhibitor, exhibited in individual 26. Premier breeder

Lot No. 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 1. Jr. Heifer calf 20.00 16.00 11.00 8.00 born 3/1/22 or after and over 3 mos.

2. Winter heifer 20.00 16.00 11.00 8.00 calf 12/1/21 3. Fall heifer calf 20.00 16.00 11.00 8.00 9/1/21 4. Summer 20.00 16.00 11.00 8.00 yearling 6/1/21 5. Junior yearling 20.00 16.00 11.00 8.00 heifer 3/1/21 6. Winter yearling 20.00 16.00 11.00 8.00 heifer 12.1.20 7. S enior yearling 20.00 16.00 11.00 8.00 heifer 9/1/20 8. Junior Champion Reserve Female under 2 years 9. Junior dairy 20.00 16.00 11.00 8.00 herd 3 animals under 2 years of age all owned by the same exhibitor or family 10. Junior 2-yearold 30.00 26.00 20.00 16.00 born 3/1/18-8/31/20 11. Senior 2-yearold 30.00 26.00 20.00 16.00 born 9/1/18-2/28/20 12. Cow 3 years 30.00 26.00 20.00 16.00 born 9/1/18-8/31/19 13. Cow 4 years 30.00 26.00 20.00 16.00 born 9/1/17-8/31/18 14. Cow 5 years & 33.00 30.00 24.00 20.00 over born before 9/1/16 15. 3&4 year dry 20.00 16.00 11.00 8.00 cow born after 9/1/17 16. 5 years a & over 20.00 16.00 11.00 8.00 dry cow born before 9/1/16 17. Sr. & Reserve Champion Female 18. Grand & Ribbon Reserve Trophy Reserve Champion Female 19. Best 3 females 17.00 13.00 9.00 5.00 all bred & owned by exhibitor/farm 20. Dairy herd 3 17.00 13.00 9.00 5.00 females 2 years & older owned by same exhibitor/farm 21. G et of sire -3 17.00 13.00 9.00 5.00 from same sire 22. Produce of 17.00 13.00 9.00 5.00 dam

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BRETT MATTSON Superintendent - Swine 68753 162nd Ave., Albert Lea, MN 507-383-1740 brett.mattson1717@gmail.com

GATEWAY MARKET HOG SHOW Entry Fee: $20.00 per head Entry Time Friday, August 5, 2022, 10:30 to 1:30 pm Judging: Friday, August 6, 2022, at 4:00 pm Take home all pigs.

GENERAL RULES 1. The adult Market Hog Show is open to all swine producers.

2.

Competition is open to all purebred or crossbred market barrows.

3. Special Class Purebreds.

4. Each exhibitor may show one or two head, 4-H barrows are eligible to show.

5. All hogs must weigh between 210 and 300 lbs. when weighed into the show. This weight will determine eligibility. Each entry may make only one trip to the scale.

6. All hogs will be identified at entry time.

7. All hogs will be divided into workable weight classes for the live show.

8. All market barrows must be owned at least 60 days prior to the show 9. Each exhibitor will be responsible for driving his own entry in the ring.

10. All hogs must be taken home after the show.

11. A kid’s class will show at 5:00 pm for 8 years old and younger.

12. All animals must meet the Minnesota Livestock Sanitary Board requirements.

13. The following premiums will be offered.

Champion Live $500; Reserved Champion Live $250

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Ribbon

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Class No. 6 - Brown Swiss

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in each live class wt. class $75.00 $60.00 $50.00 $40.00 $30.00 $25.00 $20.00 $15.00 $12.00 $8.00

14. Youth market hog open to 8 years and younger 15.

Grand and Reserve Champion market hog, purebred, and youth will receive a banner. Grand Champion live will be donated by the Freeborn County Pork Producers Association.

Reserve Champion award donated by Albert Lea Elevator.

4.00

NO FANS ALLOWED THAT ARE NOT OSHA APPROVED There will be no charge for parking if you enter by the northwest gate.

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DEPARTMENT E SHEEP

2.

Age requirements for All Breeds: Yearling Ram: Born in 2021; Fall Ram Lamb: Sept 1, 2021 – Dec. 31, 2021; Jan. Ram Lamb: Jan. 2022, Feb. Ram Lamb: Feb. 2022; March Ram Lamb: March 2022; Yearling Ewe: Born in 2021; Fall Ram Ewe: Sept 1, 2021 – Dec. 31, 2021; Jan. Lamb Ewe: Jan. 2022, Feb. Lamb Ewe: Feb. 2022; March Ram Ewe: March 2022.

Todd and Robin Schmidt Superintendents - Sheep 21407 775th Ave., Albert Lea, MN 56007 507-377-1045 Judge: Derek Henningsen

OPEN CLASS / FFA SHEEP

NO FANS ALLOWED THAT ARE NOT OSHA APPROVED Breeds Open For Competition

Please send entries to Superintendent: Address above

Class 1 - Southdown Class 2 - Hampshire Class 3 - Suffolk Class 4 - Dorset Class 5 - Columbia

MONDAY, JULY 25, 2022 OR WHEN BARNS ARE FILLED. NEW! Open Class Sheep Entries must reach Supt. Along with Entry Fee by Mon., July 25, 2022 or you will not be guaranteed pen space.

LIMITED TO 200 SHEEP. Each exhibitor will be limited to (premium payment on) a maximum exhibition of 24 head of sheep. MUST BE OWNED BY EXHIBITOR. Livestock Tickets: $36.00 Entry fee: $1.00 per head Entry time: Mon., August 1 - Tues., August 2, 2022 until 12:00 Noon

Class 6 - Cheviot Class 7 - Polypay Class 8 - Corriedales Class 9 - Commercial Class 10 - Market Lamb

SHEEP

3.

Sheep entered in Purebred Classes may not be entered in Commercial Class. Commercial ewe classes should be shown slick sheared.

Entry Lots: Lot 1 Yearling Ram Lot 2 - Pair of Yearling Rams Lot 3 - Fall Ram Lamb Lot 4 - January Ram Lamb Lot 5 - February Ram Lamb Lot 6 - March Ram Lamb Lot 7 - Pair Ram Lambs Lot 8 - Grand Champion Ram Lot 9 - Yearling Ewe Lot 10 - Pair Yearling Ewes Lot 11 - Fall Ewe Lamb Lot 12 - January Ewe Lamb Lot 13 - February Ewe Lamb Lot 14 - March Ewe Lamb Lot 15 - Pair Ewe Lambs Lot 16 - Grand Champion Ewe Lot 17 - Flock-Ram and 3 Ewes, 1 ewe must be a lamb and all bred and owned by exhibitor Lot 18 - Get of Sire 4 animals, either sex sired by one ram, bred and owned by exhibitor

Judging of Open Class Breeding Sheep Wed., August 3, 2022 at 9:00 am Release Time: All open class sheep can be removed after the show. But must be removed immediately after the 4-H Sheep show Wed., August 3, 2022.

2022 Freeborn County Fair Open Class Sheep Show is open to the following counties only: MINNESOTA: F reeborn, Mower, Dodge, Steele, Faribault, Waseca, Rice, LeSueur and Blue Earth, Olmsted IOWA: Winnebago, Worth and Mitchell Open Class Market Lamb Show 2022 Champion - $100.00 Reserve Champion - $75.00

Prize money donated by for each:

Third Place - $50.00 Fourth Place - $25.00

Prize money in breeding classes will be awarded on the following scale: One exhibitor in lots - only 2nd place money will be paid 3 animals or less $7, 6, 5 4 - 6 animals $9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4 7 - 9 animals $10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3 10 animals or more $12, 11, 10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3 Group Classes 1 to 3 groups showing: $5, 4, 3 4 or more $10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5 Champion ribbon will be awarded in each class.

Classes will be paid back the same as the breed classes.

Entry time: Monday, August 1 after 1:00 pm – Noon Tues., August 2.

Weigh in time: Tuesday August 2 or 4-Her’s can weigh in at 4-H weigh time. Must fill out open class weight sheet and pay entry fee.

Judging: Wednesday, August 3, 2022 2:00 pm Entry fee: $5.00 per head $1.00 per head for Freeborn County 4-H or FFA Members Limit 2 lambs per exhibitor Release time: After the open show August 3 or must be out immediately following 4-H Show Wed., August 3, 2022.

Supreme Champion Ewe Trophy sponsored by: Schmidt Family

GENERAL RULES

Supreme Champion Ram Trophy sponsored by: Schmidt Family

1. All entries from outside Minnesota must provide a valid health certificate from a accredited veterinarian. Minnesota entries must meet the requirements of the Minnesota Livestock Sanitary Board. Breeding Ewes and Rams must have Official Scrapie Identification Tags. (This includes market ewes) and whether..

Supreme Champion Sheep - Traveling Plaque in Memory of Rodger Wambeam by Wambean Family

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DEPARTMENT F POULTRY NORMAN BANGERT Superintendent

SUBJECT TO CHANGE DUE TO AVIAN FLU

70678 154th St., Albert Lea, MN 507-852-3557 Judging: 1:00 PM Friday, August 5, 2022 Entry Fee: 50¢ per bird ALL EXHIBITS MUST BE PRE-ENTERED by Monday, August 1, 2022 GENERAL RULES 1. All chickens and turkeys over 5 months must be officially tested for typhoid and pullorum diseases and found negative within 90 days prior to the fair or originate from parent stock classified within 12 months of Fair as U.S. pullorum-typhoid clean.

2. A statement on official forms showing test results as conducted by approved testing agent or certification of origin, together identification of each bird by band number will be required.

3.

The New American Standard of Perfection will Govern the judge in all varieties recognized therein. The Club standard will be used in judging breeds and varieties not recognized by the Standard, but such birds cannot complete for special prizes.

4. Entries in all poultry classes shall consist of a single specimen.

5. Birds entered in the 4-H Dept. cannot complete in Open Class Dept.

6. Prizes will be awarded, and premiums paid on all standard breeds of chickens including hybrids ducks, geese, turkeys, and pigeons.

7. All expenses of transportation must be prepaid and all specimens entered at risk of owner. Fair will not be responsible for theft or vandalism.

8. All birds will be judged by comparison.

9. All eggs laid during the show will become property of the fair.

10. Exhibitors will not be allowed to place display cards on coop until the judging has been completed.

11. Exhibitor may exhibit any number of chickens, ducks, geese, turkeys, or pigeons and no more than 2 birds per lot.

12. All entries should be in the Fair Office no later than July 25, 2022.

13. All entries to be in place by 10:00 AM on Tuesday. August 2, 2022.

14. All entries will be released on Sunday, August 7, 2022, at 4:00 pm.

15. Standard handicap to govern where solid color varieties compete with parti-color.

16. The fair will care for feed and water the birds.

17. An entry fee of 50¢ per bird 18. The Fair Board or Superintendent has the right to refuse any exhibit.

19. Champion Classes are to comply with APA Standard.

20. All exhibitors are responsible for three hours of building security during the fair.

The following premiums will be offered on each breed and variety as follows: Lot l - Cock $3.00 $2.00 $1.00 Lot 2 - Cockerel $3.00 $2.00 $1.00 Lot 3 - Hen $3.00 $2.00 $1.00 Lot 4- Pullet $3.00 $2.00 $1.00 CLASSES American Class - Large Birds Only Class 1 - Plymouth Rocks - All recognized breeds.

Class 2 - Dominiques - Gersey Faints. Lemones.

Class 3 - Wyandottes - All recognized breeds.

Class 4 - Buckeyes Class 5 - Chanteolers Class 6 - Rhode Island Red Class 7 - New Hampshires Class 8 - Mottled Java

Asiatic Class 9 - Brahmas all breeds Class 10 - Cochin all breeds Class 11 - Langshans

Class 64 - Single Comb Rhode Island Reds Class 65 - Silver Penciled Rock Class 66 - Sussex

English All Recognized Breeds Class 12 - Dorkings Class 13 - Redcaps Class 14 - Cornish Class 15 - Orpingtons Class 16 - Sussex Class 17 - Australorps

Rose Comb Clean Legged Bantams Class 67 - Anconas Class 68 - Quial Belgians Class 69 - Dominiques Class 70 - Dorkings Class 71 - Hamburgs Class 72 - Leghorns Class 73 - Minorcas Class 74 - Red Caps Class 75 - Rhode Island Reds Class 76 - Rhode Island Whites Class 77 - Rose Combs Class 78 - Sebrights Class 79 - Wyandottes Class 80 - Silver Laced Wyandottes Class 87 - Golden Laced Wyandottes

Mediterranean All Recognized Breeds Class 18 - Leghorns Class 19 - Spanish Class 20 - Andalusians Class 21 - Anconas Class 22 - Buttercups Continental All Recognized Breeds Class 23 - Hamburgs Class 24 - Lakenvelders Class 25 - Polish Class 26 - Houdans Class 27 - Welsammer Class 28 - LaFleche Class 29 - Faverolles All Other Standard Breed All Recognized Breeds Class 30 - Modern Games Class 31 - Old English Games Class 32 - Phoenix Class 33 - Yokohamas Class 34 - Naked Necks Class 35 - Naked Necks Red Class36 - Naked Neck White Class 37 - Araucanas Class 38 - Amerucanas Game Bantams All Recognized Breeds Class 39 - Modern Games Class 40 - Modern Games Red Brown Class 41 - Modern Games Birchen Class 42- Old English Games Single Comb Clean Legged Bantams Class 43 - Anconas Class 44 - Andalusians Class 45 - Australorps Class 46 - Campines Class 47 - Catalanas Class 48 - Delawares Class 49 - Dorkings Class 50 - Frizzles Class 51 - Hollands Class 52 - Japanese Class 53 - Javas Class 54 - Lakenvelders Class 55 - Lamonas Class 56 - Leghorns Class 57 - Naked Necks Class 58 - Naked Necks White Class 58 - Naked Necks Red Class 60 - New Hampshires Class 67 - Orpingtons Class 62 - Phoenix Class 63 - Plymouth Rocks

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All Other Clean Legs All Recognized Varieties Class 82 - Ameraucana Class 83 - Araucanas Class 84 - Buckeyes Class 85 - Chanteolers Class 86 - Cornish Class 87 - Houdans Class 88 - LaFleche Class 89 - Malays Class 90 - Polish Class 91 - Polish Black Class 92 - Polish Blue Class 93 - Shamos Class 94 - Sicilian Buttercups Class 95 - Sumatras Feather Legged Bantams All Recognized Breeds Class 96 - Mille Fleur Class 97 - Brahma Class 98 - Cochins Class 99 - Partridge Class 100 - Golden Laced Class 101 - Faverolles Class 102 - Frizzles Class 103 - Frizzles Black Class 104 - Frizzles White Class 105 - Langshans Class 106 - Silkies Class 107 - Sultans Class 108 - Giants Black Ducks - Heavy Weights Class 109 - Pekins Class 110 - Rouen Class 111 - Muscovy Ducks - Light Weights Class 112 - Runner Class 113- Campbells Class 114 - Magpie Bantam Ducks Class 115 - Call Class 116 - East India Class 117 - Mallards Class 118 - Snowy Mallards Geese - All Recognized Breeds Heavy Class Class 119 - Toulouse Class 120 - Emdem Class 121 - African

Medium Class Class 122- Sebastopol Medium Class Class 123 - Pilgrim Class 122 - Sebastopol Light Class Class Class 123 124--Pilgrim Chinese (China) Class 125 - Tufted Roman Light Class Class 126 - Canada Class Class 124 127 -- Chinese Egyptian(China) Class 125 - Tufted Roman Class 126 - Canada Class 127 - Egyptian

Turkeys Class 128 - Turkeys Turkeys All recognized breeds Class Class 129 128 -- Turkeys Miscellaneous All recognized Breeds Poultry Class 130 129 -- M iscellaneous Class Pigeons Poultry All recognized breeds Class Class 131 130 -- Pigeons Utility Breeds All recognized Breeds Class 132 - Fancy Breeds Class 131 - Utility Breeds Class 133 - Flying Breeds Class 132 - Fancy Breeds

Champion - Grand Champion (over all)

Class 142 - Belgian Andver Class 143 - Indian Runners Class 144 - SiIver Appleyard

Class 151 - Siena Star Class 152 - Serama Class 153 - Serama Evchequer

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Open to students in FFA in Minnesota and Iowa counties.

1. All entries must be made upon regulation entry blanks, which 1. All entries must be made upon regulation entry blanks, which may be obtained from vocational Agriculture Instructors. may be obtained from vocational Agriculture Instructors.

Separate entry blanks must be used for swine and sheep.

Separate entry blanks must be used for swine and sheep.

2. Entries close Monday, July 22 or when barns are filled.

2. Entries close Monday, July 25 or when barns ore filled.

3. Animals must be owned by and entered in the name of the feeder 3. Animals must be owned by and entered in the name of the and exhibitor. Animals entered in the FFA purebred sheep classes feeder and exhibitor. Animals entered in the FFA purebred must be recorded in the exhibitor’s name before the opening day sheep classes must be recorded in the exhibitor’s name before of the fair. Pedigree or transfer certificate in the exhibitor’s name the opening day of the fair. Pedigree or transfer certificate in or in the name of a partnership, with the terms of the Partnership the exhibitor’s name or in the name of a partnership, with the Agreement certified by the Vocational Agriculture Instructor, terms of the Partnership Agreement certified by the Vocational must be available on demand.

Agriculture Instructor, must be available on demand.

4. All health regulations governing the open class will be in effect.

4. All health regulations governing the open class will be in effect.

5. Exhibitors will be awarded their premium awards from 5.

Exhibitors will be awarded their premium awards from Agriculture instructors after the fair.

Agriculture instructors after the fair.

6. Animals shown in FFA may be shown in open class.

6. Animals shown in FFA may be shown in open class.

GENERAL LIVESTOCK JUDGING CONTEST

(SPONSORED

BY ALBERTJUDGING LEA FFA ALUMNI) GENERAL LIVESTOCK CONTEST Contest Friday –- Jan JanReed ReedLivestock Livestock ArenaFairgrounds - Fairgrounds Contestwill willbe be held held on on Friday Arena– Registration: Registration:9:30 9:30toto10:00 10:00am am AllAll area FFA chapters chaptersmay mayparticipate. participate.There Therecan canbe areacounty county4-H 4-Hteams teams and and FFA bemore morethan than one team county chapter.

Anyonethat that active4-H 4-Hor one team perper county or or chapter.

Anyone is isananactive orFFA FFAmember member may be aon a team.

A team will consist four members may be on team.

A team will consist of fourofmembers with the with the three topcounting scores counting asteam the total score. will be no three top scores as the total score.team There will There be no registration registration fee,isbut is an admission charge gate. fee, but there an there admission charge at the gate. at(Ifthe registered in advance, The livestock tobe bemailed judgedout.) will be determined by the contest coordinator. gate passes can TheThe livestock used contest be those of by thethe 4-Hcontest exhibitors at the livestock tofor be the judged will will be determined coordinator. fair.

The livestock used for the contest will be those of the 4-H exhibitors at the fair.

Classes Classesofoflivestock livestocktotobebejudged judgedmay mayinclude: include: Class1 -1Market – Market Barrows Class Barrows Class2 -2 Market – Market Goats Class Goats Class3 -3 Breeding – BreedingHeifers Heifers Class Class4 4- Market – Market Steers Class Steers Class5 -5 Breeding – BreedingEwes Ewes Class Class6 6- Market – Market Lambs Class Lambs Individual and team trophiesand andribbons ribbonswill will awarded thecompletion completion Individual and team trophies bebe awarded atat the thecontest. contest. ofofthe

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Additional superintendents to include Vocational Agriculture ALL EXHIBITS MUST BE PRE-ENTERED Teachers from Albert Lea, Glenville-Emmons and Alden-Conger.

Additional superintendents to include Vocational Agriculture Open to students FFAGlenville-Emmons in Minnesota and Iowa counties.

Teachers from AlbertinLea, and Alden-Conger.

$6.00

$4.00 Class 144 - Silver Appleyard Class 145 - Cayuga Class 146 145 -- S.C. Cayuga Class Light Brown Class 146 - Leghorn S.C. Light Brown Class 147 - Leghorn Buff Catalona Class 148 147 -- Bearded Buff CataIona Class White Class 148 - Silkie Bearded White Class 149 - Salmon Silkie Faverolle Class Gem Class 150 149 -- Sapphire Salmon Faverolle Class Star Gem Class 151 150 -- Siena Sapphire

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ALL EXHIBITS MUST BE PRE-ENTERED

$4.00 $4.00 $4.00 $4.00 $4.00 $4.00 $4.00 $4.00 $4.00 $4.00 $4.00 $4.00 $4.00 $6.00 $4.00 $4.00

Champion - Pigeon Class 134 - Blue Cochin Class 135 - White Cochin Class 136 134 -- Blue Cochin Class Bircher Cochin Class 137 135 -- White Cochin Class Buff Cochin Class 138 136 -- Bircher Cochin Class Light Brown Dutch Class 139 137 -- Buff Class DarkCochin Brahma Class Buff Brahma Class 140 138 -- Light Brown Dutch Class LightBrahma Brahma Class 141 139 -- Dark Class Andver Class 142 140 -- Belgian Buff Brahma Class Indian Runners Class 143 141 --Light Brahma

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Superintendent PAM KOENEN 62702 150th St., Alden, MN 56009 Superintendent 62702 150th507-383-5344 St., Alden, MN 56009

Class 133 - Flying Breeds

List the above recognized breeds on entry form.

Champion - Cock List the above recognized breeds on entry form.

Champion Champion -- Hen Cock Champion Champion -- Pullet Hen Champion Champion -- Cockerel Pullet Champion - Duck Champion - Cockerel Champion - Goose Champion - Duck Champion - Turkey Champion - Goose Champion - Grand Champion (over all) Champion - Turkey Champion - Pigeon

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CLASS 10 - MARKET HOGS CLASS 10 - MARKET HOGS Will be shown with respective open class show 1. Entries open to purebred, crossbred or grade pigs, barrows & 1.

Entries open to purebred, crossbred or grade pigs, barrows gilts that were farrowed on or after February 1, 2019 and weigh& gilts that were farrowed on or after February 1, 2022, and ing between 230 - 290 pounds. All market hogs will be weighed weighing between 230 - 290 pounds. All market hogs will be at time of entry and divided into a workable weight class. Pigs weighed at time of entry and divided into a workable weight mayPigs be owned a bonainfide partnership with parent orparent guardclass. may beinowned a bona fide partnership with such ownership to be certified by a Vocational Agriculture orian, guardian, such ownership toInstructor. be certified by a Vocational 2.Agriculture Exhibitors Instructor. will be permitted to show entries 2.

Exhibitors will three be permitted the individual lot and toinshow three entries in the individual one entrylot inand the one pen entry lot. in penfrom lot. pens may be 3.the Pigs 3.

Pigs fromin pens may be exhibited the individuexhibited al lot. in the individual lot.

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Seven or More 1 - $12; 2 - $11; 3 - $10; 4 - $9; 5 - $8; 6 - $7; 7 - $6; 8 - $5; 9 - $4; 10 - $3; 11 - $2; 12 - $2; 13 - $1; 14 - $1

Lightweight, Middleweight, Light Heavyweight or Heavyweight Pens, Units, Individuals.

1 - $12; 2 - $11; 3 - $10; 4 - $9; 5 - $8; 6 - $7; 7 - $6; 8 - $5; 9 - $4; 10 - $3; 11 - $3; 12 - $2; 13 - $2; 14 - $1; 15 - $1 Lot 4 - Grand Champion pen - ribbon Lot 5 - Reserve Champion pen - ribbon Lot 6 - Grand Champion Individual - ribbon Lot 7 - Reserve Champion Individual - ribbon

Individual Market Lambs 1 - $6; 2 - $5; 3 - $4; 4 - $3; 5 - $2; 6 - $1 Seven or More 1 - $8; 2 - $7; 3 - $6; 4 - $5; 5 - $4; 6 - $3; 7 - $3; 8 - $3; 9 - $2; 10 - $2; 11 - $2; 12 - $1; 13 - $1; 14 - $1 Lot 5 - Grand Champion Individual - ribbon Lot 6 - Reserve Champion Individual - ribbon Lot 7 - Grand Champion Market Pen - ribbon Lot 8 - Reserve Champion Market Pen - ribbon

FFA SHEEP - SPECIAL RULES Will be shown with respective open class show Entry Day Tuesday, August 2, 2022 1. An entry fee of $2.00 for each animal will be charged on all out of-county exhibitors. This fee must accompany entry.

2. Only registered animals may be shown in the purebred classes.

Age of animals will be reckoned from September 1st.

3. Exhibitor will be permitted to show two entries in each individual lot.

Prize money will be paid on the following sliding scale.

Four or less 1 - $5; 2 - $4; 3 - $2; 4 - $2 Five or more 1 - $8; 2 - $7; 3 - $6; 4 - $5; 5 - $3; 6 - $3; 8 -$2; 9 - $2; 10 - $2 Class Class Class Class

12 - Southdown 13 - Hampshire 14 - Suffolk 15 - Dorset

Class Class Class Class Class

FFA

Trio of Fat Lambs 1 - $8; 2 - $7; 3 - $6; 4 - $5; 5 - $4; 6 - $3

Lot 1 - Individual Lot 2 - Market pen of 3 (A-Heavy, B-Light, C-Middle)

FFA CROPS - SPECIAL RULES ELIGIBILITY Sample must have been grown on the farm of the exhibitor in the year 2020 or 2021.

NUMBER OF ENTRIES - An exhibitor may enter only one sample in a given lot but may enter as many varieties in a class as he wishes.

Entry: All samples must be I the hands of the Superintendent Monday, August 1, by noon Size of Samples: Ear corn - 5 ears; Grains - 1 Quart; Hay - 8” bale slice or equivalent; Best and Longest Ear - one ear each.

Undesirable samples: Any samples which are scoured, bleached, soiled, etc., as to be objectionable for seed purposes, will be disqualified at the discretion of the judges.

Sample Names: Exhibitors are required to give the variety name for the guidance of the judges and the benefit of the visitors.

Judging: Judging will be done Tuesday, August 2.

Judging Basis: Grains 1. Freedom from mixture of other crops and varieties 2.

Freedom from week contamination, mechanical injury and disease 3. Test weight and color

16 - Columbia 17 - Cheviot 18 - Polypay 19 - Corriedales 43 - Commercial

Lot 1 - Yearling Ram Lot 2 - Pair of Yearling Rams Lot 3 - Fall Ram Lamb Lot 4 - January Ram Lamb Lot 5 - February Ram Lamb Lot 6 - Pair Ram Lambs Lot 7 - Grand Champion Lamb Lot 8 - Yearling Ewe Lot 9 - Pair Yearling Ewes Lot 10 - Fall Ewe Lamb Lot 11 - January Ewe Lamb Lot 12 - February Ewe Lamb Lot 13 - Pair Ewe Lambs Lot 14 - Grand Champion Ewe Lot 15 - Flock Ram and 3 Ewes, 1 ewe must be a lamb, and all bred and owned by exhibitor Lot 16 - Get of Sire 4 animals, either sex sired by one ram, bred and owned by exhibitor FFA CLASS 20 - MARKET LAMBS 1. Entries open to purebred, crossbred or grade lambs, either wether or ewes. Lambs may be owned in a bona fide partnership with parent or guardian, such ownership to be certified by a Vocational Agriculture Instructor.

2. An entry fee of $5.00 per pen or $2.00 per animal with three animals constituting a pen will be charged all out-of-county exhibitors. This fee must accompany entry.

3. Exhibitors will be permitted to show two entries in the individual lot and one entry in the pen lot. Lambs from pens may be exhibited in he individual lot.

Lot 1 - Individual 1. Light Weight 2. Middle Weight 3. Heavy Weight Lot 4 - Market pen of three

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Ear Corn 1. Uniform length and color 2. Ears with same number of straight rows 3. Shattered ends are discounted 4. Large or tapered ears will be discounted Hay 1. Leafiness 2. Appearance and odor 3. Estimated % protein and TDN Premium money in each lot will be: 1st - $3; 2nd - $2.00; 3rd - $1.00 CLASS 21 - CROPS - OATS Lot 1 - All Varieties

4. Junior Yearling - Mar. 1, 2021 and Aug. 31, 2021 5. Senior Yearling* - Sept. 1, 2020 and Feb. 28, 2021 6. Two Year Old - Sept 1, 2019 and Aug. 31, 2020 7. Advanced - Born before Sept. 1, 2019 8. Cow over 2 years 9. Senior Champion female - ribbon 10. Reserve Champion female - ribbon 1 - $20; 2 - $15; 3 - $10; 4 - $7; 5 - $5; 6 - $3

FFA HORTICULTURE DEPARTMENT

Must be grown by FFA member or in a school horticulture program.

Premiums paid on lots in Horticulture Dept.: 1st - $3.00 2nd - $2.00 3rd - $1.00 CLASS NO. 38 - FLOWER SPECIMENS Lot 1 Aster, single or double, 1 variety, 5 stems Lot 2 Bachelor Buttons, 5 stems Lot 3 Calendula, 5 stems Lot 4 Chrysanthemums, any variety, 1 spray Lot 5 Cosmos, any variety, 5 stems Lot 6 Dahlia, miniature, under 4” in diameter, 1 bloom Lot 7 Dahlia, medium, 4” - 8” in diameter, 1 bloom Lot 8 Dahlia, large, over 8” in diameter, 1 bloom Lot 9 Day Lily - 1 stem Lot 10 Hosta, Large leaf, Med. 2 leaves, Small 3 leaves Lot 11 Impatiens, 3 sprays Lot 12 Johnny-Jump-Ups, 5 stems Lot 13 Marigolds, small type, under 3” in diameter, 5 stems Lot 14 Marigold, medium type, 2”-3” in diameter, 3 stems Lot 15 Marigold, large type, over 3” in diameter, 3 stems Lot 16 Nasturtium, single or double, 5 stems Lot 17 Pansies, 5 stems Lot 18 Petunia, 1 variety, 3 sprays Lot 19 Pinks, 5 stems Lot 20 Rose, 1 bloom Lot 21 Snapdragons - 1 variety, 3 stems Lot 22 Sweet Peas, annual, 5 stems Lot 23 Zinnia, small, 1/2” - 2 1/2” in diameter, 3 stems Lot 24 Zinnia, medium, 2 1/2’ - 4 1/2” in diameter, 3 stems Lot 25 Zinnia, large, over 4 1/2” in diameter, 3 stems Lot 26 Any other small specimen, not listed above, please label, 5 stems Lot 27 Any other large specimen, not listed above, please label, 1 stem but not more than 3.

CLASS 22 - CROPS - SOYBEANS Lot 1 - Public Variety Lot 2 - Private Variety CLASS 23 - CROPS - WHEAT (Hard Red Spring) Lot 1 - All Varieties CLASS 24 - CROPS - EAR CORN (5 EARS) Lot 1 - 90 to 99 day maturity Lot 2 - 100 to 104 day maturity Lot 3 - 105 to 109 day maturity Lot 4 - 110 day maturity or later CLASS 25 - CROPS - SHELLED CORN Lot 1 - 90 to 99 day maturity Lot 2 - 100 to 104 day maturity Lot 3 - 105 to 109 day maturity Lot 4 - 110 day maturity or later CLASS 26 - CROPS - HAY Lot 1 - Alfalfa Lot 2 - Grass Lot 3 - Other Mixtures CLASS 27 - CROPS - NOVELTY Lot 1 - Best ear of corn Lot 2 - Longest ear of corn Lot 3 - Tallest corn stalk FFA BEEF CLASSES All FFA Classes with Open Beef Show, Saturday, August 7 NO FANS ALLOWED THAT ARE NOT OSHA APPROVED. Exhibitors must adhere to National FFA show ring ethics and code of conduct.

1 - $20; 2 - $15; 3 - $10; 4 - $7; 5 - $5; 6 - $3 CLASS 28 PROSPECT CALF Lot 1 Heifer Light Weight Lot 2 Heifer Heavy Weight Lot 3 Steer Light Weight Lot 4 Steer Heavy Weight CLASS 29 BREEDING HEIFER Lot 1 Light Weight Lot 2 Middle Weight Lot 3 Heavy Weight CLASS 30 MARKET BEEF Lot 1 Heifer Light Weight Lot 2 Heifer Middle Weight Lot 3 Heifer Heavy Weight Lot 4 Steer Light Weight Lot 5 Steer Middle Weight Lot 6 Steer Heavy Weight CLASS 31 COUNTY BRED BEEF STEERS Lot 1 Light Weight Lot 2 Middle Weight Lot 3 Heavy Weight CLASS 32 CROSS BRED DAIRY STEERS Lot 1 Light Weight Lot 2 Middle Weight Lot 3 Heavy Weight CLASS 33 DAIRY STEERS Lot 1 Light Weight Lot 2 Middle Light Weight Lot 3 Middle Weight Lot 4 Heavy Weight

CLASS NO. 39 - INDOOR GARDENING Lot No. 1. Container Grown - Flowering type 2. Container Grown - Foliage type 3. Cactus plant 4. Dish Garden (an artistic arrangement of cactus or foliage plants in a shallow container that creates a miniature landscape, or tells a story or creates a mood).

5. Planter (a single container with more than one plant, in artistic arrangement, annual/blooming plants all requiring the same culture, having been planted at least three months prior to the fair.) May also be displayed outdoors.

6. Terrariums & Bottle Garden (a miniature garden inside a covered container).

HANGING CONTAINERS

FFA DAIRY CLASSES Open to any FFA Member in designated chapters, Health and ownership regulations will follow FFA State Fair Rules. Purebred and grade to be shown in combined classes. Animals to be shown following open classes.

CLASS NO. 40 - BASKET CONTAINER - WALL POUCHES - FLOWERING Lot 1 Basket Container - Wall Pouches - Flowering type - Amateur CLASS NO. 41 - BASKET CONTAINER - WALL POUCHES - FOLIAGE TYPE Lot 1 Hanging Basket Container - Wall Pouches - Foliage Type - Amateur

CLASS 34 (1) HOLSTEIN CLASS 35 (2) GUERNSEY CLASS 36 (3) OTHER BREEDS Lot No. 1. Junior Heifer Calf - March 1, 2022 and May 31, 2022 2. Winter Heifer Calf - December 1, 2021 and Feb. 28, 2022 3. Fall Heifer Calf - Sept. 1, 2021 and Nov. 30, 2021

Lot No.

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CLASS NO. 42 - VEGETABLES 1. Green Beans 2. Carrots 3. Cucumbers - Burpless 4. Onions 5. Peas 6. Pepper 7. Tomatoes

FREEBORN COUNTY OPEN BEEF SHOW Freeborn County Fairgrounds, Albert Lea, MN

Saturday, August 6, 2022 Weigh In Time 1:00-3:00 PM • 4:00 PM Start

Note: For parking reasons we would request that you not arrive prior to Noon on show day.

THIS IS A NO FIT SHOW

*New 2022 North Star Point Series Sanction

• Market Beef Market Heifers & Steers Shown by breed.

Class determined by weight.

Prize List for Top 5 Payout Champion Reserve 3rd 4th 5th County Bred Heifer • Dairy Steers Shown by weight; classes determined by numbers Payout: Champion Reserve

Show Schedule Early Arrival Open - 12pm Weigh ln - 1pm - 3pm Showmanship - 3pm Order of Shows to follow Showmanship Prospect Breeding Market Dairy Divisions • Showmanship Junior Intermediate Senior Showmanship Entry fee $10 Purse in each division will be split 2/3 champion 1/3 reserve • Prospect Heifer & Steer Shown by Weight Champion Heifer - $100 Champion Steer - $100 • Breeding Heifers Shown by breed; class determined by age.

Rules

• Entry Fees: $30.00 Per Head $10 Showmanship Dairy & Beef Both • THIS IS A NO FIT SHOW • Age for Junior Show (See Sanction Rules) • Exhibitors must be 4-H or FFA members • FFA Show Animals from MN and IA Chapters are welcome • Health Papers Must Accompany Out of State Animals.

• Free Parking for Exhibitors Entering Northwest Gate with paid admission.

Prize List for Top 5 Payout Champion Reserve 3rd 4th 5th County Bred Heifer

Freeborn County Champion Banner by Eric & Kris Neel County Bred Steer Banner by Jim and Julie Knutson Cash awarded by Compeer & March Madness Preview Show

Show Contacts:

Travis Wangen Superintendent 507-383-6533 Spencer Wangen 507-402-2382

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VINTAGE APRON ART WOVEN IN TODAY’S TEXTILE ARTISTRY CREATIVE ARTS BUILDING Wednesday, August 4th at 2pm

“Creative Arts for Creative Minds” Presented by: Joys and Tears in the Apron Strings Yvonne Cory, Easton, MN Apron Curator, Storyteller and Fiber Artist

If anyone missed Yvonne’s art show at the Albert Lea Art Center because of the car crash in 2021, this is a second opportunity.

The program will feature two trunk shows. The first displays Yvonne’s creative high-fashion art aprons and other fiber art projects; in which many intage art techniques were used. Also, vintage textiles buried in drawers and boxes were brought to life in these new designs. Tony Bennett’s popular song “Rags to Riches” summarizes the show “Open the door to every treasure”. Don’t miss seeing this fiber artist’s creative mind!

Sunday Church Service August 7th 10:00 am Free admission until 10:00 am

FREE RIDES!

EAT LUNCH AT THE FAIR Without Paying Admission

Smart Transit & the Freeborn County Fair are Providing a Bus on

Wednesday, August 3, Thursday, August 4, & Friday, August 5 Pick Up Times 11:00 • 11:30 • 12:00 • 12:30 Pick Up at the Courthouse by Newton Ave., Mayo West Ave. Parking Lot, DHS Clark Street and Northbridge Mall by Flagpole Departure Times 11:45 • 12:15 • 12:45 • 1:15 in the Fairgrounds by the 4-H Building for a Return Ride You must sign in both ways - Have to leave on the bus - cannot stay at the Fair

Freeborn County Fair

No Dogs, Pets, Bicycles or Skateboards Allowed on Grounds.

BUCKET OF JUNK

CONTEST

See what you can create with a bucket of junk and enter into this years County Fair!

Creations will be judged by fair goers and Prizes will be given to the top 3. Your creation must come from the contents of the bucket only.

Buckets and Registration Forms can be picked up after July 6th at Albert Lea Steel. A $10 refundable deposit is due when picking up a bucket. Deposit will be returned when bringing the bucket along with your creation to the Fair Office by Monday, August 2nd. All Creations will be sold by silent auction, which runs all fair week ending on Saturday, August 6th at 6 pm.

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WELCOME TO THE CREATIVE ARTS & FOODS

SPECIAL RULES - ELIGIBILITY 1. EXHIBITS ARE TO BE BROUGHT TO THE CREATIVE ARTS AND FOODS BUILDING FROM 10 AM TO 5 PM, SUNDAY, JULY 31, 2022 2. All articles must have been made or finished within the past 12 months and must be the work of the exhibitor or never exhibited at Freeborn County Fair before.

3. Articles which have won a prize at a previous Freeborn County Fair are not eligible for entry.

4.

NO MORE THAN ONE ENTRY WILL BE PERMITTED IN ANY

ONE LOT BY ONE EXHIBITOR.

KANDEE PETERSEN

5.

Entries WILL NOT be accepted unless there is a specified class

Superintendent 69795 220th St., Alden MN 507-373-0042

listed.

6. Similar articles cannot be entered in more than one class by

THEME FOR THE 2022 CREATIVE ARTS & FOOD BUILDING:

one exhibitor.

“Creative Works from Creative Minds”

7. Should any articles be entered in the wrong lot and the error discovered before the judging, the superintendent may make

Sunday, July 31 Entry Day - Monday, August 1 Judging Day

proper correction in the entry. Exhibitor should always check

ALL EXHIBITORS ARE ASKED TO PRE-REGISTER BY JULY 25, 2022

the entry to see that items are entered in the right class. Entry clerk will not be responsible.

Pre-Registration Saves Time As All of the Entry Tags will be ready when you arrive.

8. Soiled articles will not be judged.

9.

Competent judges will score each exhibit. Judges decisions are final.

NO STANDING IN LINES IF PRE-REGISTERED

10. Judges will not award ribbons on entries not worthy of placing.

There will be assistants to provide help on the day of entry. Your exhibitor tag must be presented at release time in order for you to get your exhibit and premium check/money.

11. All possible care will be taken to prevent damage or losses, but in

ENTRY DAY - SUNDAY JULY 31, 2022 10:00 AM TO 5:00 PM (You may enter the entire time)

RETURN OF EXHIBITS

no case will the Fair management be responsible for injury or loss.

12. NO ARTICLES WILL BE RETURNED BEFORE 5:00 PM

SUNDAY, AUGUST 7, 2022.

BUILDING HOURS Tues., Aug. 2 noon - 8:30pm Fri., Aug. 5 noon - 8:30pm Wed. Aug. 3 10:00 - 8:30pm Sat., Aug. 6 10:00 - 8:30pm Thurs. Aug. 4 10:00 - 8:30pm Sun. Aug. 7 11:00 - 5:00pm RELEASE TIME 5:00 PM Ribbons may not be removed until Release Time

13. You MUST have your entry tag stub to claim your articles.

14. All articles must be removed from the Creative Arts & Foods building before 7:00 pm. Baked goods not claimed by 7:00 pm will be destroyed and other articles will be taken to the Secretary’s office and can be called for the following week.

CHAMPION PICTURES

end of fair. No check will be mailed.

Pictures of Champions ONLY

Date & Time of Pictures will be posted in Building on Entry Day SPECIAL PRIZES Special Prizes will be given from the following sponsors.

Thank you from the Creative Arts & Foods Building!

A-Best Sew & Vac, Albert Lea, MN Addie’s Floral & Gifts, Albert Lea, MN Albert Lea Seed House, Albert Lea, MN Border Market, Emmons, MN Calico Hutch, Hayward, MN Conger Meat Market, Conger and Albert Lea, MN EJ’s Mercantile, Albert Lea, MN Farmer’s Market, Albert Lea, MN Hardanger Supplies, Albert Lea, MN Hy-Vee, Albert Lea, MN Someday Isle, Alden, MN The Homestead Boutique, Albert Lea, MN

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CREATIVE ARTS/HEALTHY EATING

15. Premium money must be picked up by exhibitor at

DEPARTMENT H ART & HANDICRAFT

92. Skirt/Slacks

Class 6

93. Sleep Wear

Crochet

94. Toy

ALL EXHIBITS MUST BE PRE-ENTERED BY JULY 25, 2022.

NO MORE THAN ONE ENTRY WILL BE PERMITTED IN ANY ONE LOT BY ONE EXHIBITOR

GENERAL – ALL AGES NEEDLEWORK

Prize Money: 1st - $3.00 2nd - $2.00; 3rd - $1.00 (Unless otherwise specified) Purple ribbon awarded by judges discretion in each class.

DAYCARE/PRESCHOOL/ KINDERGARTEN ARTS PROJECTS Class 1 BOYS & GIRLS UNDER 12 CLASS 2 BOYS & GIRLS AGES 12-16 Class 3 LEGO SIMILAR MATERIAL Lot 1. Individual Item from a Kit 1 item 2. Original Created - 1 item 3. Set Created from a Kit- 2 or more items not to exceed 20’’x20’’ 4. Original Created - 2 or more items not to exceed 20’’x20’’ 5. Decoration BASKETRY 6. Basketry BEADS 7. Beads, fused 8. Beads, polymer 9. Wall Hanging 10. Others Not Listed CERAMICS 11. Ceramics Greenware 12. Polymer Clay Object 13. Others Not Listed CHILDREN'S ITEMS 14. Doll Clothes 15. Scarves/Clothing 16. Stuffed Animal Doll 17. Toys 18. Others Not Listed HOLIDAY DECORATIONS 19. Kit 20. Original COMPUTER CREATED 21. Card 22. Others Not Listed DUCT TAPE 23. Clothing 24. Accessory 25. Toy 26. Household Item 27. Others Not Listed HOME CRAFTS 28. Clay Pot, decorated 29. Collection, on base, card of explanation 30. Paint Color by Number 31. Picture Cut Paper 32. Plastic Canvas 33. Scrapbook 34. Sponge Craft 35. Stained Glass 36. Stamping

Lot -

95. Others Not Listed

Class 4

1. Scarf 2. Head wear 3. Hand wear 4. Footwear 5. Set of tow or more hat, scarf, hand wear, footwear,

Latch Hook

sweater

Lot -

37. Fleece Article 38. Papier Mache 39. Tie Dye Shirts 40. Others Not Listed JEWELRY 41. Bracelet/Anklet, beaded 42. Bracelet/Anklet, string 43. Bracelet/Anklet, crochet 44. Bracelet/Anklet, other 45. Earrings, beaded 46. Earrings, other 47. Necklace, beaded 48. Necklace, string 49. Necklace, other OTHERS 50. Models, plastic 51. Models, other 52. Sculpture 53. Wood/Metal/Plastic/Stone 54. Puzzle 55. Refrigerator Magnets 56. Yard Ornament 57. Wind Chime 58. String Art 59. Folk Art 60. Others Not Listed RECYCLED 61. Apparel/Accessory 62. Household Article 63. Jewelry 64. Outdoor Items 65. Toys 66. Other Not Listed PAINTING-ACRYLIC OIL 67. Picture 68. Others Not Listed PAINTINGS & DRAWING 69. Chalk/Charcoal/ Crayon 70. Colored Pencil 71. Marker 72. Pastels 73. Pen & ink 74. Pencil 75. Watercolor 76. Stenciling 77. Others Not Listed SCULPTURE 78. Ceramic 79. Found Objects 80. Metal 81. Wood 82. Others Not Listed SEWING 83. Active Wear 84. Blouse 85. Coat 86. Craft Book 87. Dress 88. Household Item 89. Jacket 90. Pillow 91. Quilt

6. Vest

1. Pillow

7. Sweater

2. Rug 3. Wall Hanging 4. Others Not Listed Class 5 Sewing Lot 1. Active Wear 2. Appliqued or embellished purchased garment 3. Apron 4. Blouse 5. Christening Outfit 6. Coat, blazer, or jacket – lined 7. Coat, blazer, or jacket –

8. Shawl 9. Handbag 10. Christening outfit 11. Infant Afghan 12. Combination of Afghan & other infant wear 13. Afghan or lap throw 14. Bed cover 15. Pillow 16. Doily - up to 21” 17. Doily - 21”-30” 18. Place mat - set/pair 2 19. Table Runner 20. Luncheon cloth - up to 50”

unlined 8. Costume

21. Tablecloth - over 50”

9. Craft Book

22. D resser scarf - 1 or more pieces

10. Dress 11. Formal wear, such as

23. Potholders, hot pad, or

wedding or prom dress

dish cloth - set 2

12. Hat or bonnet

24. Holiday

13. Household Item

25. Others Not Listed

14. Infant dress or outfit - to

Class 7

size 18 months

Hand Knit

15. Jumper 16. Nightgown or pajamas 17. Pillow

1. Scarf

18. Purse or tote bag

2. Head wear

19. Quilted Clothing Item

3. Hand wear

20. Shirt

4. Footwear

21. Shorts

5. Set of two or more hat,

22. Skirt 23. Slacks

scarf, hand wear, footwear, sweater

24. Sleep Wear

6. Vest

25. Sports fitness garment

7. Sweater

26. Toy

8. Shawl

27. Two-piece outfit - top with

9. Handbag

skirt or pants, shorts 28. Two-piece suit 29. Others Not Listed

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10. Christening outfit 11. Infant Afghan 12. Combination of Afghan & other infant wear 13. Afghan 14. Potholder/hot pad/ dishcloth - set of 2 15. Holiday 16. Other Not Listed

Class 8 Hardanger Lot 1. Doily - up to 21” 2. Doily - 21”-30” 3. Place mats- set/pair 2 4. Table runner, dresser scarf, or luncheon cloth - up to 50” 5. Table runner - over 50” 6. Christening outfit 7. Holiday 8. Framed Art 9. Angel/Ornament 10. Other Not Listed Class 9 Embroidery Lot 1. Napkins - set/pair of 2 2. Pillowcases - set/pair of 2 3. Kitchen/bath linens - set of 2 4. Pillow 5. Table runner. Dresser scarf or luncheon cloth - up to 50” 6. Tablecloth - over 50” 7. Baby Blanket 8. Clothing 9. Swedish weaving 10. Holiday 11. Other Not Listed Class 10 Machine Embroidery

Lot 1. Napkins - Set/Pair of 2 2. Kitchen/bath linens - set/ pair of 2 3. Table runner of luncheon cloth - up to 50” 4. Clothing 5. Holiday 6. Others Not Listed Class 11 Counted Cross Stitch / Needlepoint Lot 1. Tablecloth 2. Centerpiece 3. Placement (four) 4. Wall hangings 5. Picture Framed 6. Bookmark 7. Doily 8. Holiday 9. Kitchen Accessories 10. Others Not Listed Class 12 Machine Quilted Crib/Youth/Lap Size (under 249” perimeter) Entire quit constructed by entrant with quilting done on household sewing machine (not a longarm) by the entrant Class 13 Machine Quilted Twin Size or Large (over 249” perimeter)

Entire quilt constructed by entrant with quilting done on a household sewing machine (not a longarm) by the entrant

9. Whole cloth 10. Other Not Listed Class 23 Other Quilted Items

Class 14 Hand Quilted Crib/Youth/Lap Size (under 249” perimeter) Entire quilt constructed by entrant with quilting done entirely by hand by the entrant

Lot 1. Bed runner 2. Pillow 3. Placement - set of 2 4. Table Runner, Table Topper, or Wall Hanging 5. Potholder/hot pad - set 2 6. Miniature Quilts (20” or less) 7. Holiday 8. Others Not Listed

Class 15 Hand Quilted Twin Size or Large (over 249” perimeter) Entire quilt constructed by entrant with quilting done entirely by hand by the entrant

Class 24 Miscellaneous Lot 1. Woven rug 2. Braided rug 3. House accessories 4. Basket art 5. String art 6. Models 7. Others Not Listed

Class 16 Tied Quilt Crib/Youth/Lap Size (under 249” perimeter) Entire quilt constructed and tied by entrant Class 17 Tied Quilt Twin Size or Larger (over 249” perimeter) Entire quilt constructed and tied by entrant

Class 25 Fiber Crafts Enter wearables, purses, and tote bags in textile Dept.

Lot 1. Primitive Wool Rug Hooking 2. Boiled Wool Felting 3. Wool applique with embroidery (i.e., penny rug) 4. Machine Embroidery 5. Tree Skirt 6. Holiday Stocking 7. Pin Cushions 8. Yarn Spinning 9. Fiber Weaving 10. Others Not Listed

Class 18 Mid or Longarm Quilted Crib/ Youth/Lap Size (under 249” perimeter) Quilt top constructed by entrant, but may be quilted by someone else.

Class 19 Mid or Longarm Quilted Twin Size or Larger (over 249” perimeter) Quilt top constructed by entrant, but may be quilted by someone else Class 20 Mid or Longarm Quilted Crib/ Youth/Lap Size (under 249” perimeter) Quilt top constructed “AND quilted” by the entrant

Class 26 Dolls & Toys Lot 1. Doll clothes made of fabric 2. Doll clothes made of yarn 3. Stuffed animals 4. Doll accessories 5. Others Not Listed

Class 21 Mid or Longarm Quilted Twin Size or Larger (over 249” perimeter) Quilt top constructed “AND quilted” by entrant Class 22 Wool LOTS FOR CLASSES 12-22 1. Hand appliqued 2. Machine appliqued 3. Hand embroidered 4. Machine embroidered 5. Hand pieced 6. Machine pieced 7. Paper pieced 8. Memory (included T-shirt, photo, etc.)

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Class 27 Plastic Craft Lot 1. Christmas Decorations 2. Centerpieces 3. Novelties 4. Refrigerator Magnets 5. Wall Hangings 6. Plastic Canvas article 7. Other Class 28 Machine Quilted - Crib/Youth/ Lap Size (under 249’’ perimeter PAINTING – ACRYLIC OIL 1. Abstract 2. Animal 3. Architectural/Building 4. Original Landscape 5. Original Portraits 6. Other Not Listed PAINTING-OIL 7. Abstract 8. Animal 9. Architectural/Building 10. Kit 11. Original Landscape 12. Original Portrait 13. Others Not Listed PAINTINGS & DRAWING 14. Chalk/Charcoal/Crayon 15. Colored Pencil 16. Marker 17. Pastels 18. Pen & Ink 19. Pencil 20. Watercolor 21. Others Not Listed SCULPTURE 22. Ceramic 23. Found Objects 24. Metal 25. Wood 26. Others Not Listed PAINTING CRAFTS 27. R ose mauling or tole painting 28. Ceramics 29. Tie Dye’ 30. Wood cutouts (painted) 31. Painting on clothing or fabric 32. Carved & Painted 33. Sculpture

34. Others Not Listed Class 29 Paper Crafts Lot 1. Quilling 2. Paper Cutting 3. Paper, handmade 4. Origami, 3 to 5 item display 5. Occasional cards or note paper mounted on cardboard 6. Others Not Listed Class 30 Stamp Art Special Rules 1. Stamped art 3-8 items mounted on foam core or heavy cardboard not larger than 18’’x24’’ and should be ready to hang on the wall.

2. Items may be any flat stamped art (cards, bookmarks, gift tags, envelopes, etc.)

3. Alterables may be items to sit on a shelf Lot 1. Cards, Bookmarks, Tags, Envelopes 2. Alterables (Tins, Books, Glassware, Calendars) Class 31 Scrapbooking

Lot 1. Children 2. Nature 3. Special Events: Weddings, baptism, vacation trips, etc.

4. Framed Art or Shadow Boxes 5. Mini Books (complete book) Class 32 Jewelry and Beading Lot 1. Necklace Stitched 2. Necklace Strung 3. Bracelet Stitches 4. Bracelet Strung

5. Earrings – set of 2 pair 6. Wirework 7. Lapidary 8. Jewelry with beads made by exhibitor (i.e., glass, molded, lampwork, fused, pony, plastic, etc.)

9. Art Bead weaving (i.e., loom, flatwork, etc.)

10. Others Not Listed

7. Duct Tape 8. Wood Burning 9. Dried & Artificial Flowers 10. Holiday Crafts 11. Pottery 12. Epoxy 13. Others Not Listed Class 35 Your Own Writings

Class 33 Creative Reduce, Reuse, Recycle

1. Writings must contain exhibitors name and address on Back.

2. The writings must be mounted on poster board no smaller that a 5x7, no larger than 16x20 or in a book form.

Lot 1. Poems 2. Short Readings 3. Short Stories 4. Others Not Listed

To reuse means to use something again instead of throwing it away. Reuse the item by inventing a new use for it. Some ideas for this would be to create a toy from reused items, a wall hanging from reused cloth, jewelry, tools or utensils from reused articles, bags, or purse from reused materials.

Lot 1. Beads & Buttons 2. Wood 3. Metal 4. Glass or Ceramic 5. Fabrics 6. Furniture 7. Others Not Listed

PHOTOGRAPHY RULES 1. Prints must contain exhibitors name, address on back.

2. Print must be mounted on poster board no smaller than 5x7 and no larger than 16x20. Do not frame 3. Print not more than 3 years old 4. Computer manipulated images, please include an unaltered 4x6’’ photo to the back of the exhibit AGES 11 & UNDER Class 37 AGES 12-18 Class 38 AGES 19 & OLDER Class 39 Advanced

Class 36 Woodworking

(Earns money from

Lot 1. Refinished furniture & wooden articles 2. Furniture built from scratch 3. Rebuilt furniture 4. Lathe turning 5. Wood inlay 6. Hand Carving 7. Bird feeders & Bird houses 8. Doll houses 9. Caning 10. Toys, Games, Whirligig 11. Clocks 12. Shelves 13. Jewelry Box 14. Lamp 15. Power Carving 16. Scroll Saw 17. Intarsia 18. Other

Class 34 Miscellaneous No collections, Lego, or snap together projects, artificial and dried flower arrangements will be accepted.

Lot 1. Decorative Bird House 2. Synthetic Clay 3. Rubber band loom 4. Natural - wheat, corn husk, pinecones, herbs, or grapevines 5. Ornament Set (all handmade ornaments should be in this lot) Minimum of 3 ornaments mounted or displayed. Can be made of fabric, wood, metal etc.

6. Wreath

photography) Class 40 Photography Black & White Lot 1. Scenics 2. People 3. Nature 4. Animals 5. Buildings 6. Computer manipulated image 7. Cell phone pictures 8. Others Not Listed

Entry Day Sunday, July 31 Judging Monday, August 1

Committed to be the full-service provider of choice, enhancing the success of our customers, team and communities Agronomy • Energy • Feed • Grain

641-748-2670 Area Locations: R

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Myrtle • London Northwood • Carpenter Manly • Grafton • Rudd Rockford • Marble Rock

Color Print Lot 9. Scenics 10. People 11. Nature 12. Animals 13. Buildings 14. Computer manipulated image 15. Cell phone pictures 16. Others Not Listed Color Prints Snapshot Size Photos No larger than 4x6.

Mounted on no larger than 16x20 poster board Four pictures each: Lot 17. Spring 18. Summer 19. Fall 20. Winter 21. Buildings 22. Scenery 23. Person 24. Animals 25. Children 26. Family 27. Mom and Dad 28. People (other) 29. 5 Photos - Telling a story 30. 5 Photos - This & That 31. Others Not Listed

Collage Mount on no larger than 16x20 poster board.

Lot 32. Black & White 33. Color 34. Computer manipulated images 35. Others Not Listed

3. Pitcher with or without glassware 4. Decanter 5. Salad Bowl 6. Candy Dish 7. Vase 8. Candle Holder-Sticks 9. Bottles, jars 10. Luncheon set - 4 place settings 11. Others Not Listed

ANTIQUEST & COLLECTIBLES Articles must be complete and of collectible value. They will be judged on quality, desirability, condition, and value. One entry per exhibitor in each lot.

Our insurance does not cover antiques and collectibles. Please check your homeowner’s policy for coverage on exhibits. We are not responsible for damage or stolen exhibits, even though the building and grounds are patrolled at all times.

Class 44 Pottery, Stoneware, Ceramics Lot 1. Planter 2. Planter in shape of animal, bird, person, or any other item 3. Baby gift planter 4. Bowl 5. Jug 6. Crock 7. Cream & Sugar 8. Salt & Paper 9. Red Wing 10. Haeger Item 11. Hull Item 12. Hall Item 13. Shawnee Item 14. Rosevill Item 15. McCoy Item 16. Others Not Listed

Class 41 Glassware – Clear Class 42 Glassware – Colored Class 43 China

Lot 1. Cream & Sugar 2. Salt & Pepper

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Class 45 Kitchen Items

Lot 1. Utensils 2. Metal Tray 3. Lunch Box 4. Spice Tins (at least 3) 5. Pots, Pans 6. Cookie Jars 7. Tea Set 8. Canning Jars 9. Others Not Listed Class 46 Metal Items Can be household, kitchen, farm, garden related or any other made from one of the following metal.

Lot 1. Silver, Silver Plate 2. Copper 3. Brass 4. Aluminum 5. Cast Iron 6. Others Not Listed

Entry Day Sunday, July 31 Judging Monday, August 1

Class 47 Home Decor

Class 51 Childhood

Lot1. Item marked “Made in Occupied Japan 2. Item marked “Made in Japan” 3. Bird, Animal Figurine 4. Lamp 5. Clock 6. Radio 7. Bank 8. Baskets 9. Shelf 10. Mirror 11. Framed Picture, Artwork 12. Others Not Listed Class 48 Handiwork

Lot 1. Quilt, bedspread 2. Doily 3. Embroidery 4. Sampler 5. Pillowcases 6. Table Runner 7. Needlepoint 8. Tatting 9. Crocheted 10. Knitted 11. Macrame 12. Rug 13. Potholder 14. Apron 15. Others Not Listed

Class 56 School Lot – 1. Textbook 2. Yearbook 3. Letterman’s Jacket, uniforms/sports, cheerleading 4. Prom item, Picture 5. Homecoming item, Picture 6. School Supplies (ruler, pencil sharpener, protractor, science/ lab equipment, 7. Report Card 8. Others Not Listed

Class 52 Military Lot 1. Uniform 2. Medals, Ribbons 3. Equipment 4. Pictures 5. Flags 6. Others Not Listed

Class 57 Collections At least 3 items in each Lot, but less than 20 items

Lot – 1. Farm items 2. Carpenter items 3. Clay item 4. Wooden item 5. Others Not Listed

Lot 1. Magazine 2. Bells 3. Coins 4. Stamps 5. Albums 6. 8 Track Tapes 7. Sports Cards 8. Postcards 9. Photos 10. Books 11. Others Not Listed

Class 54 Advertising

Lot 1. Women’s clothing item 2. Men’s clothing item 3. Child’s clothing item 4. Shoes 5. Purse, Satchel 6. Hat 7. Scarf 8. Other

Lot 1. Earrings 2. Necklace 3. Ring 4. Pin, Brooch 5. Bracelet 6. Watch 7. Hat Pin 8. Others Not Listed

Lot 1. Dolls 2. Game, Game Board 3. Toy, Puzzle 4. Small Farm Equipment 5. Pedal Car or Tractor 6. Cartoon Character items 7. Child’s Tea Set 8. Child’s Kitchen items 9. Fair or Circus item 10. Others Not Listed

Class 53 Primitives and Tools

Class 49 Clothing - Apparel

Class 50 Jewelry

4. M usical instruments, music 5. Book on any topic 6. Others Not Listed

Lot – 1. Tin, Metal or Porcelain Sign 2. Paper Advertising 3. Wood Advertising 4. Tin Advertising Container 5. Promotional item 6. Magazine Advertisement 7. Beer item 8. B urlap Sack with printing (feed, vegetables, etc.)

9. C loth Sack with printing (feed, seed, etc.)

10. Any Souvenir 11. Others Not Listed

Class 58 Nursing Home & Assisted Living Class 59 Persons with Disabilities

Class 55 Outdoor, Recreation, Sports, Entertainment, Hobby

Class 60 Senior Citizens (65 and Older) Lot 1. Afghan 2. Apron 3. Baby Item 4. Bed Spread, Knit, Crochet 5. Ceramics 6. Christmas Item 7. Clay Item 8. Clothing Garment Crochet 9. Clothing Garment Sewn 10. Counted Cross Stitch 11. Crochet Item 12. Crochet, Other 13. Decorative Pillow 14. Decorative Pot 15. Doilies 16. Doily 17. Embroidered Item 18. Holiday Decoration 19. Household Item 20. Jewelry 21. Knit Item 22. Needlepoint Item 23. Outdoor Item 24. Paint on Fabric 25. Painting Drawing 26. Photo Albums 27. Photography 28. Pillowcases 29. Placemats - 2 30. Plants - Indoor 31. Plastic Canvas Item 32. Potholders 33. Purse, tote 34. Quilt 35. Rug 36. Stamping 37. Stenciling 38. Tatting 39. Toys 40. Wall Hanging 41. Wood Item 42. Yarn Item 43. Others Not Listed

Freeborn County Historical Village

Lot 1. Fishing items, decoys, lures (at least three) 2. H unting items, decoys 3. Sports items, uniforms, pennants

Tuesday through Saturday noon through 6:30 PM Village only will be open.

Museum and Library will be closed.

CHILD CARE DAY Friday, August 6

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Class 6 - Cookies 3 of a kind Not frosted or decorated Must be homemade Recipe must be included Short explanation how it is made healthier

- HEALTHY EATING -

Lot 1. Cookies, chocolate 2. Chocolate chip cookies 3. Cookies, pumpkin 4. Cookies, filled 5. Cookies, ginger 6. Cookies, oatmeal 7. Cookies, peanut butter 8. Cookies, pressed 9. Cookies, rolled 10. Cookies, using whole grain flour 11. Cookies, any other

DEPARTMENT I PANTRY STORES NO MORE THAN ONE ENTRY WILL BE PERMITTED IN ANY ONE LOT BY ONE EXHIBITOR Award - Healthiest Approach Index card - Why they are the Healthiest?

Prize Money: 1st - $3.00 2nd - $2.00 3rd - $1.00; Purple Ribbons will be awarded in each class.

ALL EXHIBITS MUST BE PRE-ENTERED BY JULY 26, 2022 Rules for Baked Products 1. Exhibitors, please bring baked goods displayed on 6” paper plates in NEW (not used) Ziplock bags.

2. Please include recipe.

3. No baked products to be returned to owner unless so requested on the day of entry. General score card for yeast and quick bread, egg and butter cakes, cookies and doughnuts.

4. All made from scratch Appearance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Shape . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Surface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Crumb color . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Crust color . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Lightness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Tenderness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Texture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Moisture content . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Flavor and Aroma . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 5. NO MORE THAN ONE ENTRY WILL BE PERMITTED IN ANY ONE LOT BY ONE EXHIBITOR. Class 1 - Breads Yeast 1/4 Loaf Lot 1. White Bread 2. Rye 3. Raisin 4. Oatmeal 5. Batter 6. Bread Sticks (3) 7. Artisan 8. Other Class 2 - Quick Breads 1/4 Loaf or 3 Muffins or Biscuits Lot 1. Zucchini 2. Carrot 3. Pumpkin 4. Date 5. Ginger 6. Fruit 7. Corn 8. Banana 9. Muffins 10. Baking powder biscuits 11. Scones 12. Other Class 3 - Sweet Yeast Dough 1/4 Ring or 3 Rolls or Doughnuts No Frosting Lot 1. Coffee Ring - Fruit or nuts 2. Coffee Ring - ring 3. Cinnamon Rolls or Bread 4. Doughnuts - Raised 5. Hamburger Buns

Class 7 - Baking Typical of Foreign Countries 3 of any kind or 1/4 loaf (Include Country and Recipe) Lot 1. Kolaches 2. Lefse 3. Rosettes 4. Kuchen 5. Stollen 6. Cream Puffs 7. Danish Pastry 8. Kringles 9. Other Class 8 - Confections 3 Pieces Lot 1. Caramel 2. Divinity 3. Fudge 4. Mints 5. Nut Brittle 6. Almond Bark 7. Peanut Clusters 8. Any Other

6. Caramel Rolls 7. Any Other 8. Dinner Rolls Class 4- Cakes - No Cake Mixes - Do Not Frost Size of Piece 3x4 or 3 Cupcakes Lot 1. Angel Food 2. Banana cake 3. Bundt cake 4. Chiffon cake 5. Chocolate/Devils food 6. Jelly roll 7. Raw apple 8. Rhubarb 9. Spice cake 10. Sponge; any type 11. White cake 12. Carrot cake 13. Coffee cake 14. Zebra cake 15. Any other

Class 9 - Bars 3 of a kind May be frosted Lot 1. Brownies 2. Date 3. Lemon 4. Cherry 5. Raisin 6. Apple 7. Oatmeal 8. Unbaked Bar 9. Any other baked

Class 5 - Decorated Cakes

Class 10 - Cupcakes & Doughnuts (Decorated) 3 of a kind Recipe must be included

Decorated cakes are judged for frosting and decorations only so may be dummy cakes 1st - $4.00, 2nd - $3.00, 3rd - $2.00 Lot 1. Wedding 2. Anniversary - 50th 3. Birthday 4. Other Special Occasion Cake 5. Novelty Cake

Lot 1. Doughnuts decorated 2. White Cupcakes decorated 3. Chocolate Cupcakes decorated 4. Doughnuts or Cupcakes 5. Made with whole grain flour 6. Other

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Class 11 - Pies, 2 Crust All pies must be individual pies. Not to exceed 5 inches in diameter. Make in a pot pie container or bring piece.

NO CREAM, CUSTARD OR PECAN PIES Lot 1. Apple 2. Blueberry 3. Cherry 4. Mince Meat 5. Peach 6. Raisin 7. Rhubarb 8. Strawberry 9. Unfilled pie crust 10. Other Healthy Eating Here is an opportunity to enjoy healthier eating using a whole grain flour. Bring your recipe showing your ingredients.

Class 12 - Healthy Eating Whole Grain (Recipes Required) Lot 1. Yeast Bread (1/4 loaf) 2. Quick Breads (1/4 loaf) 3. Muffins (3) 4. Cakes (4”s square) 5. Cookies (3) 6. Bars (3) 7. Other Class 13 - Healthy Eating Healthy Sweeteners or Sugar Free (Recipe Required) Lot 1. Quick Breads (1/4 loaf) 2. Muffins (3) 3. Cakes (4” square) 4. Cookies (3) 5. Bars (3) 6. Other Class 14 - Healthy Eating Healthy Fats (Olive Oil, coconut oil or butter) No vegetable oils (Recipe Required) Lot 1. Yeast Bread (1/4 loaf) 2. Quick Breads (1/4 loaf) 3. Muffins (3) 4. Cakes (4”s square) 5. Cookies (3) 6. Bars (3) 7. Other Class 15 - Healthy Eating Gluten Free (Recipe Required) Lot 1. Yeast Bread (1/4 loaf) 2. Quick Breads (1/4 loaf) 3. Muffins (3) 4. Cakes (4”s square) 5. Cookies (3) 6. Bars (3) 7. Other

Class 16 - Persons with Developmental Disabilities (Baked or Unbaked) (Recipe Required) Lot 1. Quick Breads (1/4 loaf) 2. Muffins (3) 3. Cakes (4”s square) 4. Cookies (3) 5. Bars (3) 6. Other Class 17 - Assisted Living/ Nursing Homes Baked or Unbaked (Recipe Require) Lot 1. Quick Breads (1/4 loaf) 2. Muffins (3) 3. Cakes (4”s square) 4. Cookies (3) 5. Bars (3) 6. Other Class 18 - Age 15 & Under Breads & Cakes (Quantities same as adults) Lot 1. Bread, white 2. Bread, non-white 3. Baking powder biscuits 4. Buns or dinner rolls 5. Banana bread 6. Sweet rolls 7. Tea Ring 8. Donuts 9. Muffins 10. Coffee Cake 11. Any Other Class 19 - Age 15 & Under Pies & Candy (Quantities same as adults) Lot 1. Small pie, one crust 2. Small pie, two crust 3. Fudge 4. Divinity 5. Caramel 6. Nut Brittle 7. Mints 8. Any other candy 9. Unfilled pie crust 10. Cake, white 11. Cake, dark 12. Bundt cake 13. Angel Food 14. Cobbler 15. Jelly roll 16. Other Class 20 - Age 15 & Under Cookies (Quantities same as adults) Lot 1. Rolled cookies 2. Drop cookies 3. Filled cookies 4. Peanut butter cookies 5. Chocolate chip cookies 6. Oatmeal cookies 7. Sugar cookies 8. Chocolate cookies 9. Snickerdoodles 10. Any Other

Class 21 - Age 15 & Under Bars (Quantities same as adults)

Rules for Food Preservation

Lot 1. Brownies 2. Date 3. Lemon 4. Cherry 5. Raisin 6. Apple 7. Peanut Butter 8. Chocolate 9. Unbaked bars 10. Other

1. Exhibit in clear glass canning jars (1/2 pint, pint or quart) 2. Items must have been preserved within the last 12 months 3. No thickening or artificial color may be added to products.

4. Use preservation methods from the most current University of MN Extension publications. http://www.extension.umn.edu (A) All low acid products must be processed in a pressure canner.

(B) Fruits, tomatoes, pickles, jams and jellies must be processed by boiling water bath.

5. Attach to jar a copy of a completed Exhibit Label.

6. Exhibits passing the appearance test may be opened and tested for final placing

Food Preservation Judging Criteria

Class 22 - Age 15 & Under (See rules for food preservation & attach exhibit label to jar)

- Processing Method/Time - Copy of Fair Book Exhibit Label Attached - Processing Method Time Filled in on Label - Appearance - Container - Seal - Headspace - Packing - Color - Clearness . . . . . . . . . . . .

Lot 1. Fruit 2. Applesauce 3 Vegetables 4. Jellies 5. Jams 6. Sweet Pickles 7. Dill Pickles 8. Dehydrating 9. Other

Entry Day Sunday, July 31 Judging Monday, August 1

Exhibit Label Product ___________________________Process Date______________ Boiling Water Bath Hot Pack__________ minutes or Raw Pack __________ minutes

Class 23 - Canned Fruit Lot 1. Apples 2. Applesauce 3. Apricots 4. Blueberries 5. Cherries 6. Peaches 7. Pears 8. Plums 9. Raspberries 10. Mixed Fruit 11. Other

Pressure Canner: (Circle gauge) Dial or Weighted __________ minutes __________ PSI Dehydration: Method__________________________________________ FOLD UNDER Name_________________________________________________________ Address_______________________________________________________ City_______________________________ State______ Zip_____________

Class 24 - Juices Lot 1. Apple 2. Grape 3. Tomato 4. Mixed 5. Cherry 6. Vegetable 7. Other

All Exhibits Must Be Pre-Entered by July 25, 2022

Class 25 - Canned Vegetables Lot 1. Asparagus 2. Beans, yellow or green 3. Beets 4. Carrots 5. Corn, sweet 6. Peas 7. Pumpkin & Winter Squash 8. Tomatoes, USDA Method, whole or halved, raw pack, w/o added liquid 9. Tomatoes, USDA Method, quartered or crushed, hot pack, w/o added liquid 10. Tomatoes, MN Mixture 11. Ketchup 12. Chile Salsa 13. Spaghetti Sauce 14. Barbecue Sauce 15. Other

Albert Lea STEEL, INC

SERVICE CENTER

•R etail Steel Sales •W elding & Machine Shop • Welding Gas & Supplies

1126 S. Broadway, Albert Lea, MN 56007

507-373-5315

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Class 26 - Jellies Lot 1. Apple 2. Cherry 3. Grape 4. Plum 5. Raspberry, black or red 6. Strawberry 7. Zucchini 8. Any combination of fruit Class 27 - Jams Lot 1. Apple Butter 2. Apricot 3. Peach 4. Plum Butter 5. Raspberry, black or red 6. Strawberry 7. Rhubarb 8. Cherry 9. Plum Jam 10. Tomato, red or yellow 11. Any Other Class 28 - Sweet Pickles Lot 1. Apples 2. Beet 3. Bread and Butter 4. Cucumber, sliced, chunks or whole 5. Cucumber, lime 6. Peach 7. Tomato, green 8. Watermelon 9. Zucchini 10. Any Other Class 29 - Dill Pickles

Class 30 - Relishes Lot 1. Apples 2. Corn 3. Cucumber 4. Zucchini 5. Mixed 6. Other Class 31 - Miscellaneous Lot 1. Sauerkraut 2. Soap, homemade 3. Honey 4. Maple Syrup 5. Other Class 32 - Dehydrating Lot 1. Apples 2. Bananas 3. Peaches 4. Pineapple 5. Other Single Fruit 6. Mixed Fruit 7. Tomatoes 8. Squash or Pumpkin 9. Other Single Vegetables 10. Mixed Vegetables 11. Herbs 12. Other

Y ENTRY DA UST 1 G U A , Y SUNDA G JUDGIN AUGUST 2 MONDAY,

Lot 1. Bean, green or yellow 2. Cucumber, green sliced or whole 3. Mixed 4. Asparagus 5. Other

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FLORAL HALL

JO BERNARD SUPERINTENDENT 12236 SW 92 ND AVE., NEW RICHLAND, MN 507-340-2143 mrscheviot@gmail.com

GENERAL RULES 1. All flowers competing for premiums must have been home grown by person entering. Flowers and greens in arrangements need not be grown by exhibitor, but must be home grown, also must be arranged by exhibitor.

2.

YOUTH EXHIBITORS ARE REQUIRED TO STATE THEIR AGE ON BOTH THE ENTRY SHEET AND ENTRY TAG. FAILURE TO DO SO WILL BE DISQUALIFICATION. CHECK CLASS FOR AGE REQUIREMENTS 3. In the Youth Class, parents may give verbal suggestions, but actual arrangements must be done by youth exhibitor.

4. AN EXHIBITOR MAY MAKE SEVERAL ENTRIES IN CLASS, BUT ONLY ONE IN EACH LOT. FAILURE TO DO SO WILL BE DISQUALIFICATION. 5. It is the responsibility of the exhibitor to put all exhibits in the current class and lot. Special guidance will be given by the Assistant Superintendents.

6. A specimen cannot be entered in “Any Other” if there is a class or lot for that entry. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

7. Lots will be subdivided if there are many entries in that lot.

8. Entries having no competition will not be awarded a premium unless judged worthy.

9. Ribbons are not to be removed from exhibits until release time.

10. All possible care will be taken against loss or damage, however, all containers, figurines, etc. are entered at the exhibitors risk.

The Fair Management is not responsible for any loss or damage.

11. As an education tool, it is suggested that if possible, you name your variety. If variety is unknown, state variety unknown.

12. There should be one plant per container, otherwise, enter in the Planter classes.

13. Noxious weeds, artificial flowers or foliage are not permitted in any display.

14. Exhibitors are encouraged to add fresh flowers, if necessary, to Arrangements, Mantels, Niches, or Table Artistry exhibits.

15. Exhibitors Choice - You MUST state theme on your entry tag.

Failure to do so will be disqualification.

16. Any other variety or new variety, you MUST state name of variety if known or state variety unknown. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

17. The superintendents of this department reserves the right to dispose of any exhibit (flowers, plants, or foliage) during the fair that shows signs of spoilage, wilting, or damage.

DANNY STEELE, SUPERINTENDENT 18681 660TH AVE., ALDEN, MN 507-265-3230

THEME FOR THE 2022 FLOWER & HORTICULTURE SHOW BACK TO THE SO’S WELCOME TO FLORAL HALL ENTRY DAY - DEPARTMENT J - FLOWERS We welcome you to exhibit in all possible divisions and classes.

Entry day will be Monday, August 1, 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Exhibitors may use the 30 minute parking space at the west side of the Floral Hall for unloading exhibits.

Everything in Floral Hall - Department J will be Entered on Monday, August 1, 11:00 am to 7:00 pm.

Judging will be Tuesday, August 2, 9:00 am

ALL EXHIBITORS ARE ASKED TO PRE-REGISTER BY JULY 25, 2022

CHAMPION PICTURES

Pre-Registration Saves Time as All of the Entry Tags will be ready when you arrive.

Use the Entry Blank in the back of the Fair Book.

Items may be added or deleted on Entry Day

Pictures of Champions only will be taken Thursday, August 4 from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm for the Area Media.

SPECIAL PRIZES A Special Thank You from the Flower Department to the following sponsors of Special Prizes for the following classes.

1. Addie’s Floral and Gifts, 216 S. Broadway Ave., Albert Lea, MN (507-377-2081) Class No. 18 - Corsage and Gift Boxes 2. Albert Lea Seed House, 1414 West Main St., Albert Lea, MN (507-373-3161) Class No. 6 - Perennials - Youth Class No. 9, 10, 11 - Gladiolus/Adult, Youth, 3-Spike Class No. 22 - Indoor Flowering Container Gardening - Adult 3. Garden Diva Design 80920 County Road 46, Hayward, MN (507-377-2579) Class No. 12 - Flower Arrangement - Youth Class No. 25 - Specialty Display 4. Hill’s Gardens, 2512 West Main St., Albert Lea, MN (507-373-7253) Class No. 2 - Roses - Youth Class No. 8 – Hosta – Youth Class No. 30 – Outdoor Containers – Youth 5. Hilltop Greenhouse, 83204 300th St., Ellendale, MN (507-889-3271) Class No. 24 – Indoor Containers – Youth Class No. 29 – Outdoor Containers - Adult Class No. 34 – Niches Youth Exhibitor, 3 through 16, with most exhibits

NO STANDING IN LINES IF PRE-REGISTERED RELEASE TIME WILL BE 5:00 PM, SUNDAY, AUGUST 7.

PREMIUMS, SPECIAL PRIZES, RIBBONS AND EXHIBITS ARE TO BE PICKED UP BY THE EXHIBITOR (OR SOMEONE DESIGNATED) DURING THE RELEASE TIME, OR AT THE FAIR OFFICE WITHIN A FEW DAYS AFTER THE CLOSE OF THE FAIR. PLEASE BRING ID NUMBER. NO PREMIUMS OR RIBBONS WILL BE MAILED. BUILDING HOURS Monday

Entry Day 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM

Tuesday

Noon to 8:30 PM

Wednesday

10:00 AM to 8:30 PM

Thursday

10:00 AM to 8:30 PM

Friday

Noon to 8:30 PM

Saturday

10:00 AM to 8:30 PM

Sunday

11:00 AM to 5:00 PM Release Time

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6. Hy-Vee Floral Shoppe, 2708 No. Bridge Ave., Albert Lea, MN

(507-373-2180)

Class No. 23 - Indoor Foliage Container Gardening - Adult Class No. 33 - Mantles 7. Lane's End Art Design 163 N. Powers, Alden, MN

(507-874-2668)

Class No. 26 - Plant Displays

Premiums paid on the following lots: 1st - $3.00 2nd - $2.00

(507-373-2379)

Class No. 5 – Perennials - Adult

be 1 special prize for Classes 1 & 2. The judge will determine who will receive the prize.

Special prize for the Class Champion.

Class No. 13, 14, 15 – Flower Arrangement Beginner,

Roses Lot 1 Rose, Hybrid tea, white, 1 specimen Lot 2 Rose, Hybrid tea, pink or pink blend, 1 specimen Lot 3 Rose, Hybrid tea, yellow or yellow blend, 1 specimen Lot 4 Rose, Hybrid tea, red or red blend, 1 specimen Lot 5 Rose, Hybrid tea, any other, 1 specimen Lot 6 Rose, Floribunda, light color, 1 spray or 3 branches Lot 7 Rose, Floribunda, dark color, 1 spray or 3 branches Lot 8 Rose, Grandiflora, light color, 1 spray or 3 branches Lot 9 Rose, Grandiflora, dark color, 1 spray or 3 branches Lot 10 Rose, Polyantha, all colors, 1 spray Lot 11 Rose, Miniature, all colors, 1 spray Lot 12 Rose, Climber, all colors, 1 stem or cluster Lot 13 Rose, Shrub, all colors, 1 stem (3-5 blooms) Lot 14 Any other rose not listed above, MUST name variety or state variety unknown. Failure to do so will be disqualification. 1 spray or 1 stem.

Intermediate, Advanced Class No. 17 – Combination Flower Arrangement Class No. 27 – Hanging Container Class No. 31 – Table Artistry / Youth 9. Shades of Jade Regional Garden Club,

(507-377-3791)

Class No. 32 - Table Artistry - Adult Class No. 35 - Youth Education 10. Sonshine Gardens 200 1st St. SW, Clarks Grove, MN

3rd - $1.00

Rosesribbons for the class. There will Champion and Reserve Champion

8. Plaza Floral & Garden Center 951 Plaza St. W., Albert Lea, MN

SCORE CARD FOR ROSES Form ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 25 Substance ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 20 Color ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 25 Stem and Foliage �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 20 Size �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������10

(507-256-8070)

Class No. 1, 2 – Roses Adult, Youth Sponsors of Special Prizes may set up a display in Floral Hall. Tables 36"x60” will be furnished on a “First Come" basis. Please make reservations with the superintendent by July 25.

THRONE OF HONOR Champion and Reserve Champion winners will be selected from each class, if quality merits, by the judge. Champion ribbon exhibits will be displayed on the Throne of Honor, if at all possible.

HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY YOUTH AWARD Minnesota State Horticultural Society sponsors this award to the Youth Exhibitor with the most number of exhibits in Department J - Youth Flowers. The recipient can receive this award only once.

DEPARTMENT J FLOWERS Everything in Floral Hall – Department J will be Entered on Mon., August 1, 11:00 am – 7:00 pm Judging will be Tuesday, August 2 9:00 am Class No. 1 - Roses - Adults A) The correct name of the rose must be specified on the entry tag or state name not known. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

ONLY CORRECTLY NAMED ENTRIES WILL BE ELIGIBLE FOR CHAMPION AND RESERVE CHAMPION RIBBONS. B) Roses must be grown by exhibitor.

C) You may exhibit in more than one lot, but only one entry in each lot. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

D) The superintendents of this dept. reserves the right to dispose of any exhibit that shows sign of spoilage, wilting or damage.

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Class No. 2 - Roses - Youth A) Roses must be grown by exhibitor B) Exhibitors age 3 through 16 years are invited to exhibit in this class.

YOU MUST INCLUDE AGE OF EXHIBITOR ON ENTRY SHEET AND ENTRY TAG. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

C) You may exhibit in more than one lot, but only one entry in each lot.

Failure to do so will be disqualification.

D) The superintendents of this department reserves the right to dispose of any exhibit that shows sign of spoilage, wilting, or damage.

Class No. 3 - Flower Specimens - Annual - Adult Class No. 4 - Flower Specimens - Annual - Youth A) Specimen flowers must be grown by exhibitor.

B) Exhibitors in Class 4 Youth: Exhibitors ages 3 through 16 years are invited to exhibit in this class. YOU MUST INCLUDE AGE OF EXHIBITOR ON ENTRY SHEET AND ENTRY TAG. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

C) You MUST put the variety on your entry tag or state variety unknown in the any other lots (66, 67, 68 & 69). Failure to do so will be disqualification.

D) You MUST have the correct number of blooms, stems, etc., no more no less. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

E) You may exhibit in more that one lot, but only on entry in each lot. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

F) The superintendents of this department reserves the right to dispose of any exhibit that shows sign of spoilage, wilting, or damage.

Premiums paid on the following lots: 1st - $3.00 2nd - $2.00 3rd - $1.00 Champion and Reserve Champion ribbons for each class.

Special prize for each Class Champion.

Lot 1 Ageratum, 3 stems Lot 2 Alyssum, 3 stems Lot 3 Aster, single or double, 1 variety, 3 blooms Lot 4 Bachelor Buttons, 5 stems Lot 5 Bacopa, 5 stems Lot 6 Balsam, 3 stems Lot 7 Bells of Ireland, 3 stems Lot 8 Calendula, 3 blooms Lot 9 Calibrachoa (Millionbelles/Superbelles) 5 stems Lot 10 Calla Lily, 3 stems Lot 11 Calliopsis, 3 stems Lot 12 Canna, 3 blooms Lot 13 Celosia, crested cox comb, 2 stems Lot 14 Celosia, plumed, 2 stems Lot 15 Cleome, annual that seeds itself, 1 stem Lot 16 Coleus, Foliage, 1 variety, 3 stems Lot 17 Coleus, Foliage, 3 variety, 1 stem of each variety Lot 18 Cosmos, 1 variety, 3 stems Lot 19 Cosmos, red, 3 stems Lot 20 Dahlia, annual seed, 3 blooms Lot 21 Dahlia, large, over 8” in diameter, 1 bloom Lot 22 Dahlia, medium, 4”-8” in diameter, 1 bloom Lot 23 Dahlia, miniature, under 4" in diameter, 3 blooms Lot 24 Dusty Miller, 3 stems Lot 25 Gazania, 5 blooms Lot 26 Geranium (annual) 3 blooms Lot 27 Gomphrena, 5 stems Lot 28 Impatiens, single, one variety, 3 sprays Lot 29 Impatiens, double, one variety, 3 sprays Lot 30 Impatiens, New Guinea, 3 sprays Lot 31 Lisianthus, 3 stems Lot 32 Marigold, large yellow over 3” , 3 blooms Lot 33 Marigold, large orange over 3”, 3 blooms Lot 34 Marigold, medium yellow 2-3”, 3 blooms Lot 35 Marigold, medium orange 2-3”, 3 blooms Lot 36 Marigold, dwarf yellow under 2”, 5 blooms Lot 37 Marigold, dwarf orange under 2”, 5 blooms Lot 38 Marigold, dwarf bi-color, under 2'', 5 blooms Lot 39 Marigold, any other (white, etc.) 3 blooms Lot 40 Nasturtium, single or double, 3 blooms Lot 41 Nicotiana, 3 stems Lot 42 Ornamental Grasses, 3 stems Lot 43 Osteospermum, 3 blooms Lot 44 Pansies, 3 blooms (no leaves) Lot 45 Petunia, single, 1 variety, 3 sprays Lot 46 Petunia, double, 1 variety, 3 sprays Lot 47 Petunia, miniature, 1 variety, 3 sprays Lot 48 Phlox, annual, 1 variety, 3 stems Lot 49 Salvia, (annual) blue, 3 stems Lot 50 Salvia, (annual) red, 3 stems Lot 51 Salvia, (annual) any other color, 3 stems Lot 52 Scabiosa, 3 stems Lot 53 Snapdragon, 3 spikes Lot 54 Statice, annual, any variety, 3 stems Lot 55 Strawflower, 3 stems Lot 56 Sunflower, ornamental, 6'' and under, 1 stem Lot 57 Sweet Pea, 3 stems Lot 58 Torenia, 3 sprays Lot 59 Tuberous Begonia, 1 stem

Premiums paid on following lots: 1st - $3.00 2nd - $2.00 3rd - $1.00 Champion and Reserve Champion ribbons for the class. There will be 1 Special Prize for Classes 1&2. The judge will determine who will receive the prize.

Special prize for the Class Champion.

Lot 1 Tea Rose, 1 Bloom Lot 2 - Floribunda/Grandiflora, 1 spray or 3 branches Lot 3 - Any other rose not listed above, 1 spray or 1 stem Guide for Specimen Display Exhibitors 1. New exhibitors are encouraged and will be given special guidance in registering and exhibiting.

2. Containers will be furnished for the Roses and Specimen exhibits.

3. Where possible, long uniform stems are best in scale.

4. Foliage, healthy and free of injury, should be left on. Remove foliage below the water line.

5. Blooms should be as uniform in size as possible and true to type.

6. Be sure to have the correct number of blooms or stems required no more or no less. Extra flowers may be brought along in case a specimen is damaged.

7. Blooms should be near or “at peak”, never over-bloomed for best exhibit, cut off dead blossoms and seed heads.

8. All Dahlia’s and Zinnia’s should be “disbudded,” but foliage left on Dahlias - 1-2 pairs of leaves.

9. Leave “legs” (seed pots) on Cleomes.

10. Remove foliage from “Bells of Ireland.”

11. Because of the way Pansy’s and Viola’s grow, leaves do not need to be on the stems.

12. In Single Specimen displays, no ribbons, bows, greens or colored containers should be used in exhibits.

13. Watch for water or fertilizers stains on petals.

14. Definitions: Bloom - a stem with a single flower, such as Nasturtium.

Branch - off shoot from main stem, such as Rose.

Bud - is not a bloom and cannot be considered for any award of a bloom.

Spike - length of stem or stalk, usually unbranched and elongated bloom, such as Snap Dragon.

Stem - main axis of a plant; leaf and flower bearing, such as Sweet Peas

Spray - terminal flowering growth of stem - could have lots of flowers, such as Chrysanthemums.

Variety/Cultivar - refers to color or kind.

15. Hosta - No signs of disease, insects, or any damage. Must be mature & firm. Also, the leaf is to be cleaned & have a neatly trimmed stem.

16. Flower that are protected by law and those considered noxious weeds will not be accepted for exhibit.

17. Help will be given as to the correct naming of specimens and to its class and lot.

SCORE CARD FOR FLOWER JUDGING

Design Scale of Points Conformance to Schedule ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������15 Design Principles: balance, dominance contrast, rhythm, proportion & scale �����������������������������������������������������������45 Creativity & Expression �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������25 Superiority in all Respects ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������15

total 100 Horticulture Scale of Points Botanical Name of Specimen(s) �������������������������������������������������������������������������5 Cultural Perfection: maturity, size, form, stem, foliage, color ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 60 Condition/Grooming/Staging ���������������������������������������������������������������������������25 Distinction (Superior Quality) ���������������������������������������������������������������������������� 10

total 100

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Lot 60 Verbenas, 3 stems Lot 61 Vinca, 3 stems Lot 62 Viola, 3 blooms (no leaves) Lot 63 Zinnia, large, over 4” in diameter, 1 variety, 3 stems Lot 64 Zinnia, medium, over 2"-4", 1 variety, 3 stems Lot 65 Zinnia, small, 1/2"-2", 1 variety, 5 stems Lot 66 Any other small variety specimen not listed above, MUST name variety or state variety unknown on entry tag or you will be disqualified. 5 stems Lot 67 Any other large variety specimen not listed above, MUST name variety or state variety unknown on entry tag or you will be disqualified. 3 stems Lot 68 Any small new variety for current year, MUST name variety or state variety unknown on entry tag or you will be disqualified. 5 stems Lot 69 Any large new variety for current year, MUST name variety or state variety unknown on entry tag or you will be disqualified. 3 stems.

Lot 38 Phlox (old fashioned), 3 stems Lot 39 Poppy, 5 stems Lot 40 Rudbeckia, any other variety no already listed, 3 stems Lot 41 Russian Sage, 1 stem Lot 42 Salvia (perennial) 3 branches Lot 43 Sedum, 3 stems Lot 44 Statice (name variety), 1 stem Lot 45 Sweet Peas (perennial), 5 stems Lot 46 Sweet William, 3 stems Lot 47 Veronica Speedwell, 3 spikes Lot 48 Viola, 5 stems Lot 49 Yarrow, 3 stems Lot 50 Any other small variety specimen not listed above, MUST name variety or state variety unknown on entry tag or you will be disqualified. 5 stems Lot 51 Any other large variety specimen not listed above, MUST name variety or state variety unknown on entry tag or you will be disqualified. 3 stems Lot 52 Any small new variety for current year, MUST name variety or state variety unknown on entry tag or you will be disqualified. 5 stems Lot 53 Any large new variety for current year, MUST name variety or state variety unknown on entry tag or you will be disqualified - 3 stems.

Class No. 5 - Flower Specimens - Perennials - Adult Class No. 6 - Flower Specimens - Perennials - Youth A) Specimen flowers must be grown by the exhibitor.

B) Exhibitors in Class 6 Youth: Exhibitors ages 3 through 16 years are invited to exhibit in this class. YOU MUST INCLUDE AGE OF EXHIBITOR ON ENTRY SHEET AND ENTRY TAG. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

C) You MUST put the variety on your entry tag or state variety unknown in the any other lots (50, 51, 52 & 53). Failure to do so will be disqualification.

D) You MUST have the correct number of blooms, stems, etc, no more or no less. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

E) You may exhibit in more than one lot, but only one entry in each lot. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

F) The superintendents of this department reserves the right to dispose of any exhibit that shows sign of spoilage, wilting, or damage.

Premiums paid on following lots: 1st - $3.00 2nd - $2.00 3rd - $1.00 G) Champion and Reserve Champion ribbons for each class.

Special prize for each Class Champion.

Lot 1 Astilbe, 3 stems Lot 2 Baby’s Breath, 1 stem Lot 3 Balloon Flower, 3 stems Lot 4 Bee Balm, 3 stems Lot 5 Black-eyed Susan, 3 stems Lot 6 Blanket Flower, 3 stems Lot 7 Butterfly Plant (Asciepios) 1 stem Lot 8 Campanula, 3 stems Lot 9 Chrysanthemum (any variety), 3 stems or 1 spray Lot 10 Coneflower (Echincea), any color, 3 stems Lot 11 Coral Bells, 3 stems Lot 12 Coreopsis, 3 stems/1 spray Lot 13 Daisy, Gloriosa, 3 stems Lot 14 Daisy, Shasta, 3 stems Lot 15 Daisy, any other and MUST be named on entry tag, 3 stems Lot 16 Delphinium, 1 spike Lot 17 Dianthus (pinks), 5 stems Lot 18 Fern, 3 leaves Lot 19 Geranium (perennial), 3 stems Lot 20 Golden Glow, 3 stems Lot 21 Hibiscus, 1 bloom Lot 22 Hollyhock, 1 spike Lot 23 Hydrangea, 1 bloom Lot 24 Joe-Pye Weed, 1 stem Lot 25 Johnny Jump-ups, 5 stems Lot 26 Liatris, 1 spike Lot 27 Lily, Asiatic, 1 stem Lot 28 Lily, Day, 1 stem Lot 29 Lily, Oriental, 1 stem Lot 30 Lily, Tiger, 1 stem Lot 31 Lily, any other, 1 stem Lot 32 Lobelia, 3 stems Lot 33 Malva, 3 stems Lot 34 Obedient Plant, 3 spikes Lot 35 Ornamental Grasses, 3 stem Lot 36 Phlox (perennial, 1 variety), 3 stems Lot 37 Phlox (perennial, assorted variety) 3 stem

Class No. 7 - Hosta - Adult Class No. 8 - Hosta - Youth A) Specimen must be grown by exhibitor.

B) Exhibitors in Class 8 Youth: Exhibitors ages 6 through 16 years are invited to exhibit in this class. YOU MUST INCLUDE AGE OF EXHIBITOR ON ENTRY SHEET AND ENTRY TAG. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

C) You MUST have the correct number of leaves, no more or no less.

Failure to do so will be disqualification.

D) You may exhibit in more than one lot, but only one entry in each lot. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

E) The superintendents of this department reserves the right to dispose of any exhibit that shows sign of spoilage, wilting, or damage.

Premiums paid on following lots: 1st - $3.00 2nd - $2.00 3rd - $1.00 Champion and Reserve Champion Ribbons for each class There will be 1 special prize for classes 7 & 8. The judge will determine who will receive the prize.

Lot 1 Hosta leaves, solid, large over 5" wide, 1 leaf Lot 2 Hosta leaves, solid, medium 3"-5" wide, 2 leaves same variety Lot 3 Hosta leaves, solid, small under 3" wide, 2 leaves same variety Lot 4 Hosta leaves, variegated, large over 5" wide, 1 leaf Lot 5 Hosta leaves, variegated, medium 3"-5" wide, 2 leaves same variety Lot 6 Hosta leaves, variegated, small under 3" wide, 2 leaves same variety Lot 7 Hosta leaves, edged, large over 5" wide, 1 leaf Lot 8 Hosta leaves, edged, medium 3"-5" wide, 2 leaves same variety Lot 9 Hosta leaves, edged, small under 3" wide, 2 leaves same variety

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GLADIOLUS

SCALE OF POINTS Florets: 40 Total Spike: 60 Total Color 30 Structure 40 Structure 10 Balance 20

Rules For Exhibitors

1. Open to all exhibitors.

2. An exhibitor may make any number of entries in each class, but only one entry in each lot.

3. Spikes from which the terminal bud or buds (the tip of the glad) have been removed will have to be disqualified. Removal of two lower florets will be permitted without disqualifications. Inferior entries will not receive ribbons.

4.

All gladiolus exhibited must be owned and grown by the exhibitor.

Gladiolus Exhibition Guidelines 1. Stems should be at least 10”-12” tall to fit the containers (we supply), which is 12” tall.

2. Florets must be above the container.

3.

Sheath should remain on the stem, when lower floret is removed.

4.

Removal of the lower two florets will be permitted without disqualification.

5. Bud shoots are not allowed.

6. Must have some greenery showing.

7. Spikes from which the terminal bud or buds have been removed will be disqualified. (Terminal = the tip of the glad spike).

8. P oints will be deducted for crooked stems, deformed florets, irregularities on the foliage or flowers and for non-uniformity between the florets.

9. There should be a gradual decrease in the size of the florets as they go up the spikes.

10. Florets should be arranged uniformly on a spike. They should not be facing downwards or to the sides.

11. T he number of open and half open florets should equal 50-55% of the overall length of the spike, as long as the spike is still balanced.

Class No. 9 - Gladiolus - Single Spike - Adult Class No. 10 - Gladiolus Single Spike - Youth A) The spike must be grown by the exhibitor.

B) Exhibitors in Class 10 Youth: Exhibitors ages 3 through 16 years are invited to exhibit in this class. YOU MUST INCLUDED AGE OF EXHIBITOR ON ENTRY SHEET AND ENTRY TAG. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

C) You may exhibit in more than one lot, but only one entry on each lot. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

D) The superintendents of this department reserves the right to dispose of any exhibit that shows sign of spoilage, wilting, or damage.

Premiums paid on the following lots: 1st - $3.00 2nd - $2.00 3rd - $1.00 Champion and Reserve Champion Ribbons for each class.

There will be only 1 special prize for Classes 9, 10 & 11. The judge will determine who will receive the prize.

Lot 1 - White Lot 2 - White, Markings Lot 3 - Yellow Lot 4 - Yellow, Markings Lot 5 - Buff Lot 6 - Buff, Markings Lot 7 - Orange Lot 8 - Orange, Markings Lot 9 - Salmon Lot 10 - Salmon, Markings Lot 11 - Red Lot 12 - Red, Markings Lot 13 - Red (Dark) Lot 14 - Red (Dark), Markings Lot 15 - Pink (light)

Lot 16 - Pink (light), Markings Lot 17 - Pink (dark) Lot 18 - Pink (dark), Markings Lot 19 - Lavender Lot 20 - Lavender, Markings Lot 21 - Purple Lot 22 - Purple, Markings Lot 23 - Violet (blue) Lot 24 - Violet (blue), Markings Lot 25 - Green Lot 26 - Green, Markings Lot 27 - Smoke Lot 28 - Smoke, Markings Lot 29 - Any other color

Class No. 11 -Gladiolus - Three Spikes - Adult & Youth A) This class is for adults and also youth exhibitors ages 3 through 16. YOUTH EXHIBITORS MUST INCLUDE AGE OF EXHIBITORS ON ENTRY SHEET AND ENTRY TAG. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

B) Three spikes of same color or variety.

C) The spikes must be grown by the exhibitor D) You may exhibit in more than one lot, but only one entry in each lot. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

E) The superintendents of this department reserves the right to dispose of any exhibit that shows sign of spoilage, wilting, or damage.

Premiums paid on the following lots: 1st - $3.00 2nd - $2.00 3rd - $1.00 Champion and Reserve Champion Ribbons for each class.

There will be only 1 special prize for Classes 9, 10 & 11. The judge will determine who will receive the prize.

Lot 1 - Youth, under 3 1/4" Lot 4 - Adult, under 3 1/4” Lot 2 - Youth, 3 1/4"- 4 1/2" Lot 5 - Adult, 3 1/4” - 4 1/2” Lot 3 - Youth, over 4 1/2" Lot 6 - Adult, over 4 1/2” Everything in Floral Hall – Department J will be Entered on Monday, August 1, 11:00 am – 7:00pm Judging will be Tuesday, August 2 9:00 am

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FLOWER ARRANGEMENTS

D) Flowers and greens need not be grown by exhibitor, but MUST BE HOME GROWN. E) The superintendents of this department reserves the right to dispose of any exhibit that shows sign of spoilage, wilting, or damage.

Premiums paid on the following lots: 1st - $5.00 2nd - $4.00 3rd - $3.00 Champion and Reserve Champion ribbons for the class.

There will be only 1 special prize for Classes 13, 14 & 15. The judge will determine who will receive the prize..

Lot 1 Back to the 80’s (use an old vase or container) Lot 2 Golden Oldies (use a gold container or gold accent piece) Lot 3 Purple People Eater (use all purple) Lot 4 Your Cheatin’ Heart (use some red flowers) Lot 5 Ah, Pretty Girl (all pink flowers) Lot 6 Exhibitors Choice (MUST state theme)

Guide for Flower Arrangement 1. Only one entry per lot per exhibitor. Entry must be the work of the exhibitor.

2. Important to remember good design, originality, color combination, condition of flowers and greens and proper container.’

3. All fresh and dried flowers do not need to be grown by the exhibitor, but MUST BE HOME GROWN. No commercially grown materials may be used.

4. It is recommended that oasis (a water absorbing foam material) be used for flower design. This material helps to hold the flowers stems and greens in place.

5. Arrangement accessories, i.e. figurines, candles, etc. are permissible in carrying out the theme.

6. A United State Flag should not be displayed within the arrangement in any class. It may be placed beside it.

7. Leaf shine is not acceptable.

8. Fresh flowers in arrangements are encouraged during the fair if you desire.

Class No. 15 - Flower Arrangement - Adult Advanced A) This is a class for 6th year or more exhibitors or anyone who has received a Grand Champion ribbon in the intermediate class.

(Beginners and intermediate may also exhibit in this class.)

B) You MUST state your theme on your entry tag in the Exhibitors Choice class. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

C) You may exhibit in more than one lot, but only one entry in each lot. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

D) Flowers and greens need not be grown by exhibitor, but MUST BE HOME GROWN. E) The superintendents of this department reserves the right to dispose of any exhibit that shows sign of spoilage, wilting, or damage.

Premiums paid on the following lots: 1st - $5.00 2nd - $4.00 3rd - $3.00 Champion and Reserve Champion ribbons for the class.

There will be only 1 special prize for Classes 13, 14 & 15. The judge will determine who will receive the prize.

Lot 1 Poodle Skirts and Saddle Shoes (Pink, Black & White arrangement) Lot 2 Summertime Blues (Include some Blue) Lot 3 Remember When (Use a vintage container) Lot 4 Earth Angel (All White Flowers) Lot 5 At the Hop (Include Music) Lot 6 Exhibitors Choice (MUST state theme)

Class No. 12 - Flower Arrangement - Youth A) Exhibitors ages 6 through 16 are invited to exhibit in this class.

YOU MUST INCLUDE AGE OF EXHIBITOR ON ENTRY SHEET AND ENTRY TAG. FAILURE TO DO SO WILL BE DISQUALIFICATION. B) You MUST state your theme on your entry tag in the Exhibitors Choice class. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

C) You may exhibit in more than one lot, but only one entry in each lot. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

D) Flowers and greens need not be grown by exhibitor, but MUST BE HOME GROWN. E) The superintendents of this department reserves the right to dispose of any exhibit that shows sign of spoilage, wilting, or damage.

Premiums paid on the following lots: 1st - $5.00 2nd - $4.00 3rd - $3.00 Champion and Reserve Champion Ribbons for each class.

Special prize for the Class Champion Lot 1 Lot 2 Lot 3 Lot 4 Lots 5 Lot 6

Summertime Fun.. Include a toy (sand box toys, pool toys, etc.)

Classic Car Show. Include a cool model car Rock & Roll - a music theme A special Holiday (MUST name your holiday) Mickey Mouse Club Exhibitors Choice (MUST state theme)

Class No. 16 - Miniature Arrangement A)

Exhibit will be judged on design, plant materials, container, arrangement, color and originality.

B) Flowers and greens MUST BE HOME GROWN. C) ARRANGEMENT NOT OVER 6 INCHES OVER ALL. D) The superintendents of this department reserves the right to dispose of any exhibit that shows sign of spoilage, wilting, or damage.

Premiums paid on the following lots: 1st - $5.00 2nd - $4.00 3rd - $3.00 Champion and Reserve Champion ribbons for the class.

There will be 1 special prize for Classes 16 & 17. The judge will determine who will receive the prize.

Lot 1 Youth 6 through 16 years of age. YOU MUST INCLUDE AGE OF EXHIBITOR ON ENTRY SHEET AND ENTRY TAG OR YOU WILL BE DISQUALIFIED. Lot 2 Adult Exhibitor

Class No. 13 - Flower Arrangement - Adult Beginner A) A class for beginners. This is a class for 1st and 2nd year exhibitors ONLY. Records will be kept as to how many years an exhibitor has exhibited in the beginner class. If you exhibit more than two years, you will be disqualified..

B) You MUST state your theme on your entry tag in the Exhibitors Choice class. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

C) You may exhibit in more than one lot, but only one entry in each lot. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

D) Flowers and greens need not be grown by exhibitor, but MUST BE HOME GROWN. E) The superintendents of this department reserves the right to dispose of any exhibit that shows sign of spoilage, wilting, or damage.

Class No. 17 - Combination Arrangements A)

Exhibit will be judged on design, plant materials, container, arrangement, color and originality.

B) Flowers and greens MUST BE HOME GROWN. C) The superintendents of this department reserves the right to dispose of any exhibit that shows sign of spoilage, wilting, or damage.

Premiums paid on the following lots: 1st - $5.00 2nd - $4.00 3rd - $3.00 Champion and Reserve Champion ribbons for the class.

There will be 1 special prize for Classes 16 & 17. The judge will determine who will receive the prize.

Lot 1 Arrangements using dried materials. May use dried seeds and/or flowers, a variety of other dried materials or both in your arrangement.

Lot 2 Arrangements using flowers, fresh, dried or both. Must use garden grown fruits, vegetables or both in any type of a container to enhance your entry.

Lot 3 Flowers in a colorful container. Choose five varieties of garden flowers, fresh, dried or both. Arrange in a colorful container of your choice.

Lot 4 Basket or container of wild flowers MUST BE GROWN FROM SEED. Lot 5 Basket or container arrangement of perennials.

Premiums paid on the following lots: 1st - $5.00 2nd - $4.00 3rd - $3.00 Champion and Reserve Champion ribbons for the class.

There will be only 1 special prize for Classes 13, 14 & 15. The judge will determine who will receive the prize.

Lot 1 Rock & Roll is here to stay, flower & music Lot 2 Blue Suede Shoes (use a blue container) Lot 3 Happy 4th of July Lot 4 Tutti-Frutti (a multicolored bouquet) Lot 5 Chantilly Lace Lot 6 Exhibitors Choice (MUST state theme) Class No. 14 - Flower Arrangement - Adult Intermediate A) You may exhibit a MAXIMUM of 3 years or if you receive a Grand Champion before that, you MUST then exhibit in the advanced class. Records will be kept on this class. (Beginners may also exhibit in this class).

B) You MUST state your theme on your entry tag in the Exhibitors Choice class. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

C) You may exhibit in more than one lot, but only one entry in each lot. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

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INDOOR CONTAINERS

Class No. 18 - Corsages, Gift Boxes & Flower Critters - Adult & Youth A) Exhibitors in Lots 2, 4, 6 & 8 Youth: Exhibitors ages 6 through 16 years of age invited to exhibit in the class. YOU MUST INCLUDED AGE OF EXHIBITOR ON ENTRY AND ENTRY TAG. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

B) Use fresh materials only. (Commercial materials may not be used).

C) You may exhibit in more than one lot, but only one entry in each lot.

Failure to do so will be disqualification.

Premiums paid on the following lots: 1st - $5.00 2nd - $4.00 3rd - $3.00 Champion and Reserve Champion ribbons for the class.

Special prize for Class Champion.

Lot 1 Corsages - Adult Exhibitor Lot 2 Corsage - Youth Exhibitor Lot 3 Gift Box - Adult Exhibitor - You must use fresh flowers to decorate your gift box.

Lot 4 Gift Box - Youth Exhibitor. You must use fresh flowers to decorate your gift box.

Lot 5 Gift Box - Adult Exhibitor - You must use dried flowers to decorate your gift box.

Lot 6 Gift Box - Youth Exhibitor. You must use dried flowers to decorate your gift box.

Lot 7 Flower Critter - Adult Exhibitor. You must use fresh flowers to decorate your critter. Minimum of 5 varieties of home grown flowers. Your base must be real not artificial such as a potato, cucumber, ear of corn, etc.

Lot 8 Flower Critter - Youth Exhibitor. You must use fresh flowers to decorate your critter. Minimum of 3 varieties of home grown flowers. Your base must be real not artificial such as a potato, cucumber, ear of corn, etc.

(Single Plant Grown Indoors)

Class No. 22 - Container Grown Plants - Flowering - Adult (Those grown primarily for their flowers.)

A) Only one plant per container, must have been grown by exhibitor, in same container at least 3 months prior to the County Fair. Plants should display healthy leaves.

B) You MUST label plants name on entry tag in the any other lot or state name unknown. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

C) Please include watering instructions and you MUST provide a drainage tray with your exhibit.

D) You may exhibit in more than one lot, but only one entry in each lot. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

E) The superintendents of this department reserves the right to dispose of any exhibit that shows sign of spoilage, wilting, or damage.

Premiums paid on the following lots: 1st - $3.00 2nd - $2.00 3rd - $1.00 Champion and Reserve Champion ribbons for the class.

Special Prize for the Class Champion.

Lot 1 African Violet Lot 2 Begonias, Tuberous Lot 3 Begonias, other than Tuberous Lot 4 Chenille (Firetails) Lot 5 Cyclamen Lot 6 Fuchsia Lot 7 Geranium Lot 8 Gloxinia Lot 9 Hibiscus Lot 10 New Guinea Impatiens Lot 11 Oxalis (Shamrock) Lot 12 Primrose Lot 13 Rose, miniature Lot 14 Shrimp Plant Lot 15 Any other flowering container grown plant not listed (MUST state name or state variety unknown)

SPECIAL CLASSES

Class No. 19 - Flower Exhibits From Care Centers, Living Assistance Residences Class No. 20 - A Class for People with Developmental Disabilities A) In Lot 1-Flower Specimens, go to Class 3 & 5 (annuals & perennials). Find the flower you are entering. This will tell you how to display your entry (the number of blooms, sprays, etc.)

B) Flower specimens are to be grown by the exhibitor.

C) You MUST have the correct number of specimens, no more or no less.

Failure to do so will be disqualification.

D) You may exhibit in more than one lot, but only one exhibit in each lot.

Failure to do so will be disqualification.

E) You MUST provide a drainage try and watering instructions for lots 4, 5, 6, 7.

F) The superintendents of this department reserves the right to dispose of any exhibit that shows sign of spoilage, wilting, or damage.

Premiums paid on the following lots: 1st - $3.00 2nd - $2.00 3rd - $1.00 Champion and Reserve Champion ribbons awarded for the class.

Lot 1 Flower specimens, (see A above) Lot 2 An arrangement of fresh garden flowers Lot 3 A bouquet of fresh garden flowers in a vase or container Lot 4 Indoor container grown plant, flowering Lot 5 Indoor container grown plant, foliage Lot 6 Cactus Lot 7 Outdoor Patio Container

Class No. 23 - Container Grown Plants - Foliage - Adults A) Only one plant per container, must have been grown by exhibitor, in same container at lease 3 months prior to the County Fair. Plants should display healthy leaves.

B) You MUST label plants name on entry tag in the any other lot or state name unknown. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

C) Please include watering instructions and you MUST provide a drainage tray with your exhibit.

D) You may exhibit in more than one lot, but only one entry in each lot. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

E) The superintendents of this department reserves the right to dispose of any exhibit that shows sign of spoilage, wilting, or damage.

Premiums paid on the following lots: 1st - $3.00 2nd - $2.00 3rd - $1.00 Champion and Reserve Champion ribbons for the class.

Special Prize for the Class Champion.

Lot 1 Aloe Lot 2 Arrowhead Plant (Nephthytis) Lot 3 Baby Tears (Heixine) Lot 4 Begonia, Rhizomatous (Rex, etc.)

Lot 5 Bromeliads (any other not listed) Lot 6 Cactus, pots under 8” Lot 7 Cactus, pots 8" or over Lot 8 Caladium Lot 9 Chlorophytum (Spider Plant) Lot 10 Coleus Lot 11 Crossula (Jade, etc.)

Lot 12 Croton Lot 13 Dieffenbachia (Dumcane) Lot 14 Draceana (Corn Plant, etc.)

Lot 15 Echeveria (Hen and Chicks) Lot 16 Euphorbia (Crown of Thorns) Lot 17 Fern, any other Lot 18 Ficus - Fig (includes rubber plant, etc.)

Lot 19 Gynura (Purple Passion vine) Lot 20 Hoya Lot 21 Ivy (German) Lot 22 Ivy (Cissus Thombifolia, Grape)

Class No. 21 - Garden Clubs Premiums paid on the following lots: 1st - $15.00 2nd - $10.00 3rd - $5.00 Champion and Reserve Champion ribbon for the class.

Flowers and plants used must be garden grown or native. Filler, foliage and accessories may be used. Each display must have an additional aid or theme that may be of value to the spectator. Each display should be an interpretation of the theme.

Champion and Reserve Champion ribbons for class.

Education Impact ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������40 points Distinction and originality �������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 20 points Cultural perfection and condition ���������������������������������������������������������������� 20 points Design and harmony ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 20 points Total ��������������������������������������������������������������������������� 100 Point Lot 1 Each Garden Club should display should follow the theme of the building.

The judge will select a Champion and Reserve Champion arrangement from the Champion Garden Club Display. Champion & Reserve Champion ribbons ONLY will be awarded for these arrangements. There is NO premium for these two arrangements.

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Lot 23 Ivy (Hederas, True Ivies) Lot 24 Ivy (Plectranthus, Swedish) Lot 25 Ivy (any other, MUST state name) Lot 26 Maranta (Prayer Plant) Lot 27 Palms Lot 28 Peace Lily Lot 29 Peperomia Lot 30 Philodendron Lot 31 Pilea (Artillery Plant, etc.)

Lot 32 Polka Dot Plant (Hypoestes) Lot 33 Pothos (Epipremnum) Lot 34 Rhoeo ( Moses in the Cradle) Lot 35 Sanservaris (Snake Plant - Mother-In-Law’s Tongue) Lot 36 Schefflera Lot 37 Schlumbergera and Zygo Cactus (Christmas and Thanksgiving Cactus) Lot 38 Succulents (any other, not listed) Lot 39 Tolmiea (Piggy-Back Plant, Mother of Thousands) Lot 40 Tree Type Lot 41 Tropical Plants Lot 42 Zebrina (Wandering Jews, etc.)

Lot 43 Any other foliage container grown plant not listed (MUST state name or state variety unknown)

Lot 1 Dish & Fairy Gardens - Adult Exhibitor. An artistic arrangement of plants that consist of cactus or foliage plants in a shallow container that creates a miniature landscape, tells a story, or creates a mood. You may include miniature items, such as faries, gnomes, etc. to tell a story.

Lot 2 Terrariums - Adult Exhibitor. You may include miniature items, such as faries, gnomes, etc. to tell a story.

Lot 3 Planter - Adult Exhibitor. A single container with more than one plant, that consists of annuals/blooming plants, in an artistic arrangement, all requiring the same culture, having been planted at least 3 months prior to the fair.

Lot 4 Water Garden for on table top - Adult Exhibitor Lot 5 Any other unusual foliage plant in a dish or container Adult Exhibitor.

Lot 6 Dish Garden - Youth Exhibitor. See instruction in Lot 1 Lot 7 Terrariums - Youth Exhibitor.

Lot 8 Planter - Youth Exhibitor. See instruction in Lot 3 Lot 9 Water Garden for on tabletop - Youth Exhibitor Lot 10 Any other unusual foliage plant in a dish or container Youth Exhibitor

Class No. 24 - Indoor Container Gardening - Youth A) E xhibitors ages 6 through 16 are invited to exhibit in this class. YOU MUST INCLUDE AGE OF EXHIBITOR ON ENTRY SHEET AND ENTRY TAG. FAILURE TO DO SO WILL BE DISQUALIFICATION. B) O nly one plant per container. You must own and care for your plants. Must have been grown by exhibitor, in same container at least 3 months prior to the County Fair. Plants should display healthy leaves.

C) You MUST label plants with their common name on the entry tag in all lots. If name is not known, state name not know.

Failure to do so will be disqualification.

D) Please include watering instructions and you MUST provide a drainage tray with your exhibit.

E) Y ou may exhibit in more than one lot, but only one entry in each lot. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

F) The superintendents of this department reserves the right to dispose of any exhibit that shows sign of spoilage, wilting, or damage.

Class No. 26 - Container Grown Plant Display A) You MUST name each plant or state variety unknown on a label.

Failure to do so will be disqualification.

B) Must have been grown by exhibitor, in same container at least 3 months prior to the County Fair.

C) Please include watering instructions and you MUST provide a drainage tray with your exhibit.

D) You may exhibit in more than one lot, but only one entry in each lot. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

E) The superintendents of this department reserves the right to dispose of any exhibit that shows sign of spoilage, wilting, or damage.

Premiums paid on the following lots: 1st - $5.00 2nd - $4.00 3rd - $3.00 Champion and Reserve Champion ribbons for the class.

Special prize for the Class Champion, Lot 1 Display to include 5 of your favorite plants which must be home grown. (MUST state name or state variety unknown for each plant) Lot 2 Display to include 3 of your favorite plants which must be home grown. (MUST state name or state variety unknown for each plant) Lot 3 Select 3 of your favorite flowering container plants and display in a basket or container. (MUST state name or state variety unknown for each plant) Lot 4 Select 3 of your favorite foliage container plants and display in a basket or container. (MUST state name or state variety unknown for each plant) Lot 5 Select a combination of both foliage & flowering container plants and display in a basket or container.

(MUST state name or state variety unknown for each plant)

Premiums paid on the following lots: 1st - $3.00 2nd - $2.00 3rd - $1.00 Champion and Reserve Champion Ribbons for the Class.

Special prize for the Class Champion.

Lot 1 Container Grown - Flowering type

(MUST state name or state variety unknown) Lot 2 Container Grown - Foliage type

(MUST state name or state variety unknown) Lot 3 Cactus Plant

(MUST state name or state variety unknown) Class No. 25 - Specialty Gardens and Plants - Adults & Youth A) E xhibitors in Lots 6, 7, 8, 9, & 10 Youth: Exhibitors ages 6 through 16 years are invited to exhibit in this class. YOU MUST INCLUDE AGE OF EXHIBITOR ON THE ENTRY SHEET AND ENTRY TAG. FAILURE TO DO SO WILL BE DISQUALIFICATION. B) M ust have been grown by exhibitor in same container at least 3 months prior to the county fair.

C) Please include watering instructions and you MUST provide a drainage tray with your exhibit.

D) You may exhibit in more than one lot, but only one entry in each lot. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

E) The superintendents of this department reserves the right to dispose of any exhibit that shows sign of spoilage, wilting, or damage.

Premiums paid on the following lots: 1st - $5.00 2nd - $4.00 3rd - $3.00 Champion and Reserve Champion Ribbons for the Class.

Special prize for the Class Champion.

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HANGING CONTAINERS

OUTDOOR CONTAINERS

Class No. 27 - Basket Container & Wall Pouches Adult & Youth A) Exhibitors in Lots 4, 5, & 6 Youth: Exhibitors ages 6 through 16 are invited to exhibit in this class. YOU MUST INCLUDE AGE OF EXHIBITOR ON ENTRY SHEET AND ENTRY TAG. FAILURE TO DO SO WILL BE DISQUALIFICATION. B) P lant material must be hanging type.

C) Must have been grown by exhibitor in same container at least 3 months prior to the county fair.

D) Please include watering instructions and you MUST provide a drainage tray with your exhibit.

E) You may exhibit in more than one lot, but only one entry in each lot. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

F) The superintendents of this department reserves the right to dispose of any exhibit that shows sign of spoilage, wilting, or damage.

Class No. 29 - Outdoor Container Plants - Adult Class No. 30 - Outdoor Container Plants - Youth A) Exhibitors in Class 30 Youth: Exhibitors ages 6 through 16 are invited to exhibit in this class. YOU MUST INCLUDE AGE OF EXHIBITOR ON ENTRY SHEET AND ENTRY TAG. FAILURE TO DO SO WILL BE DISQUALIFICATION. B) Must be a summer outdoor container. Flowering plants must be in bloom.

C) Must have been grown by exhibitor in same container at least 3 months prior to the county fair.

D) Please include watering instructions and you MUST provide a drainage tray with your exhibit.

E) You may exhibit in more than one lot, but only one entry in each lot. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

F) The superintendents of this department reserves the right to dispose of any exhibit that shows sign of spoilage, wilting, or damage.

Premiums paid on the following lots: 1st - $4.00 2nd - $3.00 3rd - $2.00 Champion and Reserve Champion ribbons for the class.

Special prize for the Class Champion Lot 1 Hanging Basket Container or Wall Pouch - Flowering Type - Adult Exhibitor Lot 2 Hanging Basket Container or Wall Pouch - Foliage Type - Adult Exhibitor Lot 3 Hanging Basket Container or Wall Pouch - Combination Flowering and Foliage - Adult Exhibitor Lot 4 Hanging Basket Container or Wall Pouch - Flowering Type - Youth Exhibitor Lot 5 Hanging Basket Container or Wall Pouch - Foliage Type - Youth Exhibitor Lot 6 Hanging Basket Container or Wall Pouch - Combination Flowering and Foliage - Youth Exhibitor

Premiums paid on the following lots: 1st - $4.00 2nd - $3.00 3rd - $2.00 Champion and Reserve Champion ribbons for the class.

Special prize for the Class Champion Lot 1 Foliage plants (one variety or cultivar) Lot 2 Flowering plants (one variety or cultivar) Lot 3 Combination container plantings - flowering Lot 4 Combination container plants - foliage Lot 5 Combination container plants - flowering and foliage Lot 6 Unusual container such as logs, shoe box, etc. flowering, foliage or combination

TABLE ARTISTRY

Class No. 31 - Table Artistry - Youth A) Exhibitors ages 6 through 16 years are invited to exhibit in this class. YOU MUST INCLUDE AGE OF EXHIBITOR ON ENTRY SHEET AND ENTRY TAG. FAILURE TO DO SO WILL BE DISQUALIFICATION. B) EXHIBITOR MUST SET-UP THEIR OWN TABLE SETTING. FAILURE TO DO SO WILL BE DISQUALIFICATION. C) Your theme MUST be on the entry tag in the Exhibitors Choice lot. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

D) You may exhibit in more than one lot, but only one entry in each lot. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

E) Flowers and greens need not be grown by exhibitor, but MUST BE HOME GROWN. F) The superintendents of this department reserves the right to dispose of any exhibit that shows sign of spoilage, wilting, or damage.

WALL HANGINGS Class No. 28 - Wreaths/Swags All materials must be from nature.

Accessory materials permitted Premiums paid on the following lots: 1st - $4.00 2nd - $3.00 3rd - $2.00 Lot 1 Lot 2 Lot 3 Lot 4

Wreaths, using fresh natural materials Wreaths, using dried natural materials Swags, using fresh natural grown materials Swags, using dried natural materials

All Exhibits Must Be Pre-entered By July 25, 2022

Premiums paid on the following lots: 1st - $5.00 2nd - $4.00 3rd - $3.00 Champion and Reserve Champion ribbons for the class.

Special prize for the Class Champion.

One place setting and a centerpiece of fresh home grown garden flowers. Flowers need not be grown by the exhibitor but must be arranged by the exhibitor. Other natural plant material may be used to supplement the arrangement. If used, the tablecloth must cover the table completely, overhang 12" to 18". Include napkins, but no flatware. Please bring your own card table.

Lot 1 Rock around the clock. Include a timepiece Lot 2 You’re Sixteen (Birthday Party Theme) Lot 3 Summertime Fun (include some yellow) Lot 4 Cinderella (A Princess Theme) Lot 5 Ho Ho Ho (A Christmas Theme) Lot 6 Exhibitors Choice (MUST state theme)

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YOUTH EDUCATION

Class No. 32- Table Artistry - Adult A) EXHIBITOR MUST SET-UP THEIR OWN TABLE SETTING. FAILURE TO DO SO WILL BE DISQUALIFICATION. B) Your theme MUST be on the entry tag in the Exhibitors Choice lot.

Failure to do so will be disqualification.

C) You may exhibit in more than one lot, but only one entry in each lot.

Failure to do so will be disqualification.

D) Flowers and greens need not be grown by exhibitor, but MUST BE HOME GROWN. E) The superintendents of this department reserves the right to dispose of any exhibit that shows sign of spoilage, wilting, or damage.

Premiums paid on the following lots: 1st - $5.00 2nd - $4.00 3rd - $3.00 Champion and Reserve Champion ribbons for the class.

Special prize for the Class Champion.

One place setting and a centerpiece of fresh garden flowers. Flowers need not be grown by the exhibitor, but must be arranged by the exhibitor. Other natural plant material may be used to supplement the arrangement. If used, the tablecloth must completely cover the table top and be neatly pressed, overhang 12” to 18”. Include cloth napkins but no flatware. Please bring your own card table.

Lot 1 Diamonds are a girls best friend (use crystal) Lot 2 Farm to table (include fresh produce, fruit or vegetable) Lot 3 White Christmas Lot 4 Bonanza (A Western Theme) Lot 5 Chantilly Lace Lot 6 Exhibitor’s Choice (MUST state theme)

Class No. 35 - Youth A) Exhibitors in Class 35 Your: Exhibitors ages 6 through 16 are invited to exhibit in this class. You must include age of exhibitor on entry sheet and entry tag. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

B) You DO NOT need to bring a garden exhibit to enter this class.

C) E xhibitor MUST do their own exhibit D) You may exhibit in more that one lot, but only one entry in each lot. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

Premiums paid on the following lots: 1st - $5.00 2nd - $4.00 3rd - $3.00 Champion and Reserve Champion ribbons for the class.

Special prize for the Class Champion.

Lot 1 Garden Story - write a short story about your flower garden, include 1 picture of your garden Lot 2 Your Imagination - Using your imagination, write a short story about what your ideal flower garden would be like - what flowers you would plant and give reason for your choice Lot 3 Garden Journal - a journal of your flower garden work.

Planning, planting, weeding, etc.

Lot 4 Picture Board - A display of pictures of your flower garden.

NO larger than 22x28.

Lot 5 Garden Diagram - A poster board, NO larger than 22x28.

Include a plan of your flower garden drawn to scale, include your varieties names, etc.

Lot 6 Educational display showing some aspects of flower gardening (development, propagation, etc.)

MANTLES

Class No. 33 - Mantels A) EXHIBITOR MUST SET-UP THEIR OWN MANTLE. FAILURE TO DO SO WILL BE DISQUALIFICATION. B) Your theme MUST be on the entry tag in the Exhibitors Choice lot.

Failure to do so will be disqualification.

C) You may exhibit in more than one lot, but only one entry in each lot.

Failure to do so will be disqualification.

D) Flowers and greens need not be grown by exhibitor, but MUST BE HOME GROWN. E) The superintendents of this department reserves the right to dispose of any exhibit that shows sign of spoilage, wilting, or damage.

Premiums paid on the following lots: 1st - $5.00 2nd - $4.00 3rd - $3.00 Champion and Reserve Champion ribbons for the class.

Special prize for the Class Champion.

Mantel dimension - 34” long and 12” wide. This display should feature fresh garden flowers. Flower arrangement should be dominant part of display.

Accessories which supplement the theme may be used. The exhibitor may and is encouraged to add fresh flowers if necessary during the fair.

Lot 1 Cruisin’ Broadway Lot 2 Elvis is in the House Lot 3 Rock Around the Clock Lot 4 Gunsmoke Lot 5 Grandma’s Kitchen Lot 6 Exhibitors Choice (MUST state theme)

DEPARTMENT K HORTICULTURE JO BERNARD SUPERINTENDENT 12236 SW 92 ND AVE., NEW RICHLAND, MN 507-340-2143 mrscheviot@gmail.com

DANNY STEELE, SUPERINTENDENT 18681 660TH AVE., ALDEN, MN 507-265-3230

ENTRY DAY - DEPARTMENT K - HORTICULTURE Everything in Floral Hall – Department K will be entered on Monday, August 1st 11 am – 7 pm Judging will be Tuesday, August 2nd 9:00 am

ALL EXHIBITORS ARE ASKED TO PRE-REGISTER BY JULY 25, 2022

NICHES

Pre-Registration Saves Time As All of the Entry Tags will be ready when you arrive. Use the Entry Blank in the back of this Fair Book. Exhibits may be added or deleted on Entry Day. No Standing in lines if Pre-registered.

Class No. 34 - Decorative Units in Niches A) EXHIBITOR MUST SET-UP THEIR OWN NICHE. FAILURE TO DO SO WILL BE DISQUALIFICATION. B) Your theme MUST be on the entry tag in the Exhibitors Choice lot.

Failure to do so will be disqualification.

C) You may exhibit in more than one lot, but only one entry in each lot.

Failure to do so will be disqualification.

D) Flowers and greens need not be grown by exhibitor, but MUST BE HOME GROWN. E) The superintendents of this department reserves the right to dispose of any exhibit that shows sign of spoilage, wilting, or damage.

Premiums paid on the following lots: 1st - $5.00 2nd - $4.00 3rd - $3.00 Champion and Reserve Champion ribbons for the class.

Special prize for the Class Champion.

The APPROXIMATE area of each niche is 38"x22"x18". The floral arrangement of fresh home grown flowers (including other plant materials, fresh or dried) should occupy 2/3 of the space. PLANT MATERIALS SHOULD NOT TOUCH SIDES, BACK OR HANG OUT OF THE NICHE. Appropriate theme accessories are used to supplement this arrangement. The exhibitors are encouraged to add fresh flowers if necessary during the fair.

Lot 1 Eddie Cochran Days Lot 2 Good Grief Charlie Brown Lot 3 At the Roller Rink Lot 4 Roy Rogers Lot 5 Happy Holidays Lot 6 Exhibitors Choice (MUST state theme)

RELEASE TIME Will be 5:00 pm-7:00 pm Sunday, August 7. Premiums, ribbons and exhibits are to be picked up by the exhibitor (or someone designated during the release time, or at the Fair Office within a few days after the close of the fair. Please bring ID number. No premiums or ribbons will be mailed.

CHAMPION PICTURES Pictures of Champions only will be taken Thursday, August 3 from 2:00 pm-4:00 pm for the Area Media AWARDS The Minnesota State Horticultural Society Youth award is give to the Youth Exhibitor with the most exhibits in Department K Horticulture. The recipient can receive this award only once.

Hilltop Greenhouse will give an award to the youth with the most exhibits. This can be won more than once.

THRONE OF HONOR Champion and Reserve Champion winners will be selected from each class, if quality merits, by the judge. Champion ribbon exhibits will be displayed on the Throne of Honor if at all possible.

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Class No. 1 Lot No. 1. Early 2. Mid Season 3. Winter Apple 4. Crab

BERRIES - 12 Berries Lot No. 5. Blackberries 6. Gooseberries 7. Raspberries 8. Strawberries 9. Any other variety of berry not listed GRAPES - 3 Bunches Lot No. 10. Beta 11. Concord 12. Any green 13. Any purple 14. Any red 15. Any white 16. Any other variety of grape not listed PEARS - 5 Pears Lot No. 17. Any variety PLUMS - 5 Plums Lot No., 18. Blue 19,. Red 20. Yellow 21. Any other variety of plum not listed ANY OTHER - 3 Bunches, 5 Medium, 12 Small Lot No. 22. Any other fruit not listed

FIELD CROPS

Class No. 2 A) The field crop must be grown by the exhibitor B) Class 2/Lots 1-20. This class is open to all exhibitors ages 3 and up.

There is NOT a separate class for youth and adult.

C) You MUST have the correct number or correct amount of your field crop, no more or no less. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

D) You may exhibit in more than one lot, but only one entry in each lot. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

E) Quart pans are provided for small grain exhibits and boxes provided for ear corn.

F) You must have the correct size of the small bale. Approximately 10'' in thickness, the outside dimensions being the standard size of a commercial bale of hay. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

G) Chopped hay and haylage must be brought in a clear 1 gallon zip-lock bag.

H) Hay bales will be put in a clear bag when brought in.

Premiums paid on the following lots: 1st - $3.00 2nd - $2.00 3rd - $1.00 Champion and Reserve Champion ribbons for the class.

CORN AND GRAIN Lot No. 1. Hybrid Ear Corn, any variety or maturity - 8 ears 2. Shelled Corn, any variety or maturity - 1 quart exhibit 3. Ornamental Corn - 5 ears 4. Popcorn - 1 quart shelled 5. Best single ear of corn 6. Best 3 ears of corn 7. Tallest Corn Stalk (please have in a 5 gallon pail) 8. Oats, any variety - 1 quart exhibit 9. Wheat, any variety - 1 quart exhibit 10. Soybeans, any variety - 1 quart exhibit 11. Soybean stem with most pods 12. Best 3 soybean stems 13. Tallest soybean stem 14. Any other variety of grain - 1 quart exhibit HAY Lot No. 15. Grass 16. Grass and Legume Mixture 17. Legume 18. Chopped hay 19. Haylage 20. Any Other

ATTRACTIONS

GENERAL RULES 1. All exhibits competing for premiums MUST HAVE BEEN HOME GROWN by person entering. Exception is Class 18 - New Ways with Vegetables. This is the only Department K class that vegetables may be purchased.

2. Youth exhibitors are required to state their age on both the entry sheet and entry tag. Failure to do so will be disqualification. Check class for age requirements.

3. In the Youth Class, parents may give verbal suggestions, but actual exhibit must be done by youth exhibitor.

4. An exhibitor may make several entries in class, but only one in each lot.

Failure to do so will be disqualification.

5. It is the responsibility of the exhibitor to put all exhibits in the current class and lot. Special guidance will be given by the Assistant Superintendents.

6. A specimen cannot be entered in "Any Other" if there is a class or lot for that entry. Failure to do so will be disqualification., 7. Lots will be subdivided if there are many entries in that lot.

8. Entries having no competition will not be awarded a premium unless judged worthy.

9. Ribbons are not to be removed from exhibits until release time.

10.

All possible care will be taken against loss or damage, however, all containers, etc. are entered at the exhibitors risk. The Fair Management is not responsible for any loss or damage.

11. As an education tool it is suggested that if possible you name your variety.

If variety is unknown, state variety unknown.

12. Any other variety or new variety, you MUST state name of variety if known or state variety unknown. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

13. Plates, pans, and boxes are provided for exhibit.

14. The superintendents of this department reserves the right to dispose of any vegetable, fruit , or display during the fair that shows sign of spoilage, wilting or damage.

TIPS FOR FRUIT 1. Leave stems on apples, pears and plums, but should not have leaves or foliage.

2. Currants are shown in bunches or clusters.

3. Gooseberries are shown as individual berries, ripe or green.

4. Grapes should be uniform size and colors and in clusters attached to the stem. High color indicates good quality and sugar content. Preserve as much of the natural bloom as possible.

5. Raspberries should not contain a stem or a core.

6. Strawberries are shown with caps and a short stem attached.

7. Blackberries are shown with stems on.

SCORE CARD FOR FRUIT Size ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������15 Points Color ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 20 Points Trueness to Variety ������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 10 Points Condition �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 30 Points Uniformity �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������25 Points Total ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 100 Points A) S pecimens must be grown by exhibitor.

B) Class 1/Lots 1-22. This class is open to all exhibitors ages 3 and up. There is NOT a separate class for youth and adult.

C) You MUST put the variety on your entry tag or state variety unknown in the area other lots: Lots 9, 16, 17, 21 and 22.

D) You MUST have the correct number of specimens, no more or no less. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

E) Y ou may exhibit in more that one lot, but only one entry in each lot. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

F) The superintendents of this department reserves the right to dispose of any exhibit that shows sign of spoilage, wilting or damage.

Premiums paid on the following lots: 1st - $3.00 2nd - $2.00 3rd - $1.00 Champion and Reserve Champion ribbons for the class.

FRUIT APPLES - 5 Apples

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GARDEN VEGETABLES

20. Cucumbers, ripe, 3 specimens 21. Cucumbers, slicing, (over 6") 3 specimens 22. Eggplant, 1 specimen 23. Ground Cherries in husk, 10 specimens 24. Kale, 3 specimens 25. Kohlrabi, green or purple, 3 specimens 26. Leeks, with tops, 3 specimens 27. Okra, 3 specimens 28. Onions, pickling, 10 specimens 29. Onions, red, 3 specimens 30. Onions, white, 3 specimens 31. Onions, yellow, 3 specimens 32. Onions, any other variety, 10 small, 3 large specimens 33. Parsnips, 3 specimens 34. Peas, 6 pods 35. Peas, edible pods, 6 pods 36. Peppers, hot, small, 6 specimens 37. Peppers, sweet, large, 3 specimens 38. Peppers, any other variety, 6 small, 3 large specimens 39. Pumpkins, pie, 1 small specimen 40. Pumpkin, large, 1 specimen 41. Radishes, red, 6 specimens 42. Radishes, white, 6 specimens 43. Radishes, any other variety, 6 specimens 44. Rhubarb, 3 stalks 45. Rutabaga, 3 specimens 46. Shallots, 3 specimens 47. Squash, Acorn, 1 specimen 48. Squash, Buttercup, 1 specimen 49. Squash, Butternut, 1 specimen 50. Squash, Hubbard, 1 specimen 51. Squash, Summer, 1 specimen 52. Squash, Zucchini, 3 small or 1 large specimens 53. Squash, any other variety, 3 small, 1 large specimens 54. Sweet Corn, 3 ears 55. Swiss Chard, 1 plant 56. Tomato, green, 3 specimens 57. Tomato, any fancy small, 6 specimens 58. Tomato, paste as Roma, 3 specimens 59. Tomato, heirloom, 3 specimens 60. Tomato, red, 3 specimens 61. Tomato, yellow or orange, 3 specimens 62. Tomato, any other variety, 3 specimens 63. Turnips - 3 specimens 64. Watermelon, 1 specimen 65. Any other small variety vegetable not listed above, MUST name variety or state variety unknown on entry tag. Failure to do so will be disqualification. 3 specimens.

66. Any other large vegetable not listed above, MUST name variety or state variety unknown on entry tag. Failure to do so will be disqualification. 1 specimens.

67. Any other new variety vegetable not listed above, MUST name variety or state variety unknown on entry tag. Failure to do so will be disqualification, small 3 specimens, large 1 specimen

SCORE CARD FOR VEGETABLES AND POTATOES SHOWMANSHIP Uniformity ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������15 Points Properly Trimmed ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������15 Points True to Variety ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 10 Points Properly Cleaned ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 10 Points Quality (proper stage of maturity) ������������������������������������������������ 30 points Free of disease, insects and defects �������������������������������������������� 20 points Total �������������������������������������������������������� 100 Points TIPS 1. Correct number specimens required for exhibit 2. Current growing season may determine maturity of specimen 3. Do not scrub vegetables, wash or brush lightly. Potatoes may be washed if muddy.

4. Stems: Remove stems from Tomatoes, leave stems on Green Beans, 1/4” stem left on Cucumbers 1/2” to 1” on Peppers.

5. Root Crops: Beets, Carrots, Parsnips, Turnips, Rutabagas - Tops are trimmed 1-2 inches above the crown, side roots carefully trimmed off but leave the tap root on.

6. Kohlrabi - The ball should be 2-3” in diameter, with the root removed just below the ball. Trim back leaves on upper 1/3 of the ball to 4” to 6”. Remove all other leaves cutting close to the ball.

7. Onions - Have specimens mature and thoroughly cured. The neck should be small. Do not peel to give a slick appearance. Only such outer scales that are broken or discolored should be removed.

Small basal roots should be left intact but trimmed to a uniform 1/2". Wipe or brush, but do not wash. Trim dried, twisted tips to a uniform length of 1-2". Do not damage dry skins.

8. Celery is shown by the plant with leaves. Avoid pithy or woody and stringy stalks.

9. Rhubarb: Stalks should be pulled from the plant, not cut, trim leaf blade about 2” above the stalk.

10. Sweet Corn: Select uniform ears, fresh, free from insect damage and disease, filled to the tip with milky, juicy, kernels. Don't remove too much husk and leave 2 banner leaves on husk. Trim brown silk 1" from tip of husk. Trim excess shank at base of ear to 1".

Class No. 3 - Garden Vegetables - Adult Class No. 4 - Garden Vegetables - Youth A) Specimen must be grown by exhibitor.

B) Exhibitors in Class 4 Youth: Exhibitors ages 3 through 16 years are invited to exhibit in this class. YOU MUST INCLUDE AGE OF EXHIBITOR ON ENTRY SHEET AND ENTRY TAG. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

C) You MUST put the variety on your entry tag or state variety unknown in the any other lots (65, 66 & 67). Failure to do so will be disqualification.

D) You MUST have the correct number of specimens, no more or no less. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

E) You may exhibit in more than one lot, but only one entry in each lot. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

F) Plates are provided for exhibits.

G) The superintendents of this department reserve the right to dispose of any exhibit that shows sign of spoilage, wilting, or damage.

Premiums paid on the following lots: 1st - $3.00 2nd - $2.00 3rd - $1.00 Champion and Reserve Champion ribbons for class.

Lot No. 1. Beans, green, includes Bush and Pole, 10 pods 2. Beans, purple, 10 pods 3. Beans, yellow wax, 10 pods 4. Beans, shelling types, 10 pods 5. Beets, table, 3 specimens 6. Broccoli, 1 head 7. Brussel Sprouts, 10 specimens 8. Cabbage, flat head, 1 specimen 9. Cabbage, pointed head, 1 specimen 10. Cabbage, red head, 1 specimen 11. Cabbage, round head, 1 specimen 12. Cabbage, any other variety, 1 specimen 13. Cantaloupe or Muskmelon, 1 specimen 14. Carrots, list variety, 3 specimens 15. Cauliflower, 1 specimen 16. Celery, 1 bunch or plant 17. Cucumbers, burpless type, 3 specimens 18. Cucumber, pickling (under 3'') 6 specimens 19. Cucumbers, pickling (3”-6”) 3 specimens

POTATOES

Class No. 5 - Adult Class No. 6 - Youth A) S pecimen must be grown by exhibitor.

B) Exhibitors

in Class 6 Youth: Exhibitors ages 3 through 16 years are invited to exhibit in this class. YOU MUST INCLUDE AGE OF EXHIBITOR ON ENTRY SHEET AND ENTRY TAG. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

C) Y ou MUST put the variety on your entry tag or state variety unknown in the any other lots (#7). Failure to do so will be disqualification.

D) You MUST have the correct number of specimens, no more or no less. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

E) You may exhibit in more than one lot, but only one entry in each lot. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

F) P lates are provided for exhibits.

G) The superintendents of this department reserve the right to dispose of any exhibit that shows sign of spoilage, wilting, or damage.

Premiums paid on the following lots: 1st - $3.00 2nd - $2.00 3rd - $1.00 Champion and Reserve Champion ribbons for class.

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Lot No. 1. Any variety FINGERLING POTATO, 6 specimen 2. Any variety GOLD POTATO, 6 specimen 3. Any variety RED POTATO, 6 specimen 4. Any variety RUSSET POTATO, 6 specimen 5. Any variety WHITE POTATO, 6 specimen 6. Any variety SWEET POTATO, 6 specimen 7. A ny variety new or colored potato not listed above, MUST name variety or state variety unknown on entry tag. Failure to do so will be disqualification. 6 specimens.

Hard Shelled Gourds (White Blossom) Grown and dried from the previous year. These gourds can only be showed one year.

Lot No. 10. Hard Shelled Gourds - 3 specimens 11. Painted or Decorated Hard Shelled Gourd - 1 specimen 12. Largest Hard Shelled Gourd - 1 specimen 13. Strangest or Funniest Hard Shelled Gourd - 1 specimen 14. Bird House made from Hard Shelled Gourd - 1 specimen 15. Any other use of a Hard Shelled Gourd - 1 specimen

SCARECROW CONTEST

LARGEST SPECIMENS

SCARECROW SCORE Creativeness ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 30 points Originality ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 30 points How material is utilized �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 20 points Utility �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 20 points Total ���������������������������������������������������������������������������� 100 points Class 11 - Scarecrow - Adult Class 12 - Scarecrow - Youth A) Scarecrow must be made by exhibitor.

B) Exhibitors in Class 12 Youth: Exhibitors age 6 through 16 years are invited to exhibit in this class. YOU MUST INCLUDE AGE OF EXHIBITOR ON ENTRY SHEET AND ENTRY TAG. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

Premiums paid on the following lots: 1st - $5.00 2nd - $4.00 3rd - $3.00 Champion and Reserve Champion ribbons for class.

Class No. 7 - Largest Specimen - Adult Class No. 8 - Largest Specimen - Youth A) Specimen must be grown by exhibitor.

B) Exhibitors in Class 8 Youth: Exhibitors ages 3 through 16 years are invited to exhibit in this class. YOU MUST INCLUDE AGE OF EXHIBITOR ON ENTRY SHEET AND ENTRY TAG. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

C) S PECIMEN MUST STILL BE EDIBLE/USABLE. Specimen must be of good quality and true to variety. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

D) You MUST put the variety on your entry tag or state variety unknown in the any other lots (15, 16). Failure to do so will be disqualification.

E) You only need one specimen, no more.

F) You may exhibit in more than one lot, but only one entry in each lot.

Failure to do so will be disqualification.

G) Plates are provided for exhibits.

H) The superintendents of this department reserve the right to dispose of any exhibit that shows sign of spoilage, wilting, or damage.

Premiums paid on the following lots: 1st - $3.00 2nd - $2.00 3rd - $1.00 Champion and Reserve Champion ribbons for class.

Lot No. 1. Beet 2. Cabbage 3. Carrot 4. Cucumber 5. Kohlrabi 6. Onion 7. Pepper 8. Potato 9. Pumpkin - field 10. Squash 11. Sunflower largest head/head only 12. Sunflower tallest stalk with head 13. Sunflower - odd or interesting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14. Tomato 15. Any other variety large vegetable not listed above. MUST name variety or state variety unknown on entry tag. Failure to do so will be deisqualification.

16. Any other odd or interesting vegetable, MUST name variety or state variety unknown on entry tag. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

SPECIAL CLASS

Class No. 13 - Class for People with Developmental Disabilities Class No. 14 - Class for Cares Centers & Assisted Living Residents A) Specimen must be grown by exhibitor.

B) I n each lot below it tells you how to exhibit your entry (the number of specimens, display or collection, etc.)

C) Y ou must have the correct number of specimens, no more or no less. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

D) You may exhibit in more than one lot, but only one entry in each lot. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

E) Plates are provided for exhibits.

F) The superintendents of this department reserve the right to dispose of any exhibit that shows sign of spoilage, wilting, or damage.

Premiums paid on the following lots: 1st - $3.00 2nd - $2.00 3rd - $1.00 Champion and Reserve Champion ribbons for class.

Lot. No. 1. Fruit (as in Class 1) 2. Garden Vegetables (as in Class 3) 3. Potatoes (as in Class 5) 4. Largest Specimen (as in Class 7) 5. Pumpkins & Gourds (as in Class 9) 6. Scarecrow (as in Class 11) 7. Collection of Vegetables (as in Class 16) 8. Collection or Display of Herbs (as in Class 17) 9. Patio Container Gardening (as in Class 19)

PUMPKINS AND GOURDS

Class No. 9 - Pumpkins and Gourds - Adult Class No. 10 - Pumpkins and Gourds - Youth A) Specimen must be grown by exhibitor.

B) Exhibitors in Class 10 Youth: Exhibitors ages 3 through 16 years are invited to exhibit in this class. YOU MUST INCLUDE AGE OF EXHIBITOR ON ENTRY SHEET AND ENTRY TAG. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

C) P umpkins and gourds are to be grown this PRESENT YEAR OR THE PREVIOUS YEAR. D) You must have the correct number of specimens, no more or no less. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

E) You may exhibit in more than one lot, but only one entry in each lot. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

F) Plates are provided for exhibits.

G) The superintendents of this department reserve the right to dispose of any exhibit that shows sign of spoilage, wilting, or damage.

Premiums paid on the following lots: 1st - $3.00 2nd - $2.00 3rd - $1.00 Champion and Reserve Champion ribbons for class.

Pumpkins Lot. No. 1. Mini Pumpkins - 3 specimens 2. Painted or Decorated Mini Pumpkins - 3 specimens 3. Cutout or Decorated Larger Pumpkins such as a Jack O’ Lantern - 1 specimen 4. Any other pumpkin exhibit, 3 small specimens or 1 large specimen 5. Any painted or decorated arrangement.

Small Ornamental Gourds Lot No. 6. Gourds - 3 specimens 7. Painted or Decorated Gourds - 3 specimens 8. Strangest or Funniest Gourd - 1 specimen 9. Any other Gourd exhibit

COLLECTIONS AND DISPLAYS

1. A Collection must consist of 5 or more specimens for adults or 3 or more specimens for youth. It is judged for horticultural perfection and should contain as much variety as possible.

2. A Display is a group of 5 or more specimens for adults or 3 or more specimens for youth. It is to have a well grown specimens arranged for artistic effect.

Class No. 15 - Collections and Displays - Youth A) Specimen must be grown by exhibitor.

B) E xhibitors in Class 15 Youth: Exhibitors ages 6 through 16 years are invited to exhibit in this class. YOU MUST INCLUDE AGE OF EXHIBITOR ON ENTRY SHEET AND ENTRY TAG. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

C) You MUST have the correct number of specimens, no more or no less. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

D) Y ou may exhibit in more than one lot, but only one entry in each lot. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

E) Plates are provided for exhibits.

F) The superintendents of this department reserve the right to dispose of any exhibit that shows sign of spoilage, wilting, or damage.

Premiums paid: 1st - $5.00 2nd - $4.00 3rd - $3.00 Champion and Reserve Champion ribbons for class.

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Lot No. 1. A COLLECTION of at least 6 varieties of vegetables, 2 of each small variety and 1 large (such as cabbage).

2. Any other COLLECTION, use 3 specimens (see lots 2-6 in Class 16)

3. Any DISPLAY, use 3 specimens (see lots 7, 8 & 9 in Class 16) Class No. 16 - Collections and Displays - Adult A) Specimen must be grown by exhibitor.

B) You MUST have the correct number of specimens, no more or no less. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

D) You may exhibit in more than one lot, but only one entry in each lot.

Failure to do so will be disqualification.

D) Plates are provided for exhibits.

E) The superintendents of this department reserve the right to dispose of any exhibit that shows sign of spoilage, wilting, or damage.

Premiums paid: 1st - $5.00 2nd - $4.00 3rd - $3.00 Champion and Reserve Champion ribbons for class.

Lot No. 1. A COLLECTION of at least 10 varieties of vegetables, not less than 2 of each small variety and 1 large (such as cabbage). Do not include herbs.

2. A COLLECTION of 5 or more varieties of tomatoes, may combine regular and small sizes. Name your varieties.

3. A COLLECTION of 5 or more varieties of peppers, may combine hot and sweet. Name your varieties.

4. A COLLECTION of 5 or more green leafy vegetables. Name your varieties.

5. A COLLECTION of 5 or more varieties of home grown apples. Name your varieties.

6. A COLLECTION of 5 or more varieties of home grown fruit other than apples. Name your varieties.

7. A DISPLAY of at least 5 or more varieties of garden vegetables artistically arranged.

8. A DISPLAY of at least 5 or more varieties of home grown fruit artistically arranged 9. Braided vegetables or vegetables on a string such as onions in a braid or dried peppers on a string at least 12-15 inches in length.

Class No. 17 - Collections and Displays of Herbs SCORE CARD FOR HERBS Condition �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 40 points Presentation ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������15 points Grooming ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������15 points Difficulty of culture ������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 10 points Rarity ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 10 points Labeling selection ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 10 points Total ������������������������������������������������������������ 100 points A) Specimen must be grown by exhibitor.

B) You MUST have the correct number of specimens, no more or no less. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

C) You may exhibit in more than one lot, but only one entry in each lot. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

D) Plates are provided for exhibits.

E) The superintendents of this department reserve the right to dispose of any exhibit that shows sign of spoilage, wilting, or damage.

Premiums paid: 1st - $5.00 2nd - $4.00 3rd - $3.00 Champion and Reserve Champion ribbons for class.

Lot No. 1. A Collection of 5 or more varieties of garden grown herbs that are fresh cut, bunched, tied or on a hanger or arranged on a plate (arranged as you wish). Name each variety.

2. A Display of 5 or more Herbs, arranged for artistic effect.

Name each variety.

3. Fresh Dill - 3 heads 4. Parsley - 1 potted plant or 3 sprigs 5. Garlic - 3 cloves with tops left on 6. Garlic or other herb braided into a braid at least 15" long.

7. Any other Herb, 3 heads or sprigs.

NEWER WAYS WITH VEGETABLES

Class No. 18 - New Ways with Vegetables A) FOR THIS CLASS ONLY vegetables may be purchased, but if possible use home grown vegetables.

B) Considering the nature of these lots, the emphasis being on NEW AND DIFFERENT WAYS of preparing vegetables.

C) Recipes are to be included, written large on dark enough to be seen at a distance D) You MUST have the correct number of specimens, no more or no less. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

E) You may exhibit in more than one lot, but only one entry in each lot.

Failure to do so will be disqualification.

F) The superintendents of this department reserve the right to dispose of any exhibit that shows sign of spoilage, wilting, or damage.

Premiums paid: 1st - $5.00 2nd - $4.00 3rd - $3.00 Champion and Reserve Champion ribbons for class.

Lot No. 1. Stir Fry Meal. Collection of at least 4 different vegetables used in preparing a stir fry meal. Please include recipe.

2. Salsa. Collection of 4 or more different vegetables used to make salsa. Please include the recipe.

3. Chef’s or Other Salad. Collection of 3 or more varieties of green leafy vegetables used in a salad. Please include the recipe.

4. D ifferent or Unusual Way of Preparing one or more vegetables. Please include the recipe.

5. Any other new or interesting way with vegetables not otherwise listed. Please include recipe.

6. Use your Imagination, please include recipe.

7. Different recipes or ways of using broccoli (any type).

PATIO CONTAINER GARDENING

Class No. 19 - Patio Container Gardening - Adult Class No. 20 - Patio Container Gardening - Youth A) Exhibitors in Class 20 Youth: Exhibitors ages 6 through 16 years are invited to exhibit in this class. YOU MUST INCLUDE AGE OF EXHIBITOR ON ENTRY SHEET AND ENTRY TAG. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

B) M ust have been grown by exhibitor in the same container at least 3 months prior to the county fair C) P lease include watering instructions and you MUST provide a drainage try with your exhibit D) Y ou may exhibit in more than one lot, but only one entry in each lot.

Failure to do so will be disqualification.

E) The superintendents of this department reserve the right to dispose of any exhibit that shows sign of spoilage, wilting, or damage.

Premiums paid: 1st - $4.00 2nd - $3.00 3rd - $2.00 Champion and Reserve Champion ribbons for class.

Lot No. 1. One vegetable grown in a container excluding tomatoes.

2. Tomatoes grown in a container 3. Two or more vegetables grown in a container 4. One or more herbs grown in a container 5. Any other 6. Most unusual or interesting container

GARDEN ARTISTRY

Class No. 21 - Garden Artistry - Adult Class No. 22 - Garden Artistry - Youth A) E xhibitors in Class 22 Youth: Exhibitors ages 6 through 16 years are invited to exhibit in this class. YOU MUST INCLUDE AGE OF EXHIBITOR ON ENTRY SHEET AND ENTRY TAG. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

B) A class using an arrangement of vegetables, fruit, or both as a centerpiece C) C onsider originality, design, color combinations, occasion, containers, and condition of material. Accessories may be used to add to or enhance the exhibit or carry out a possible theme D) Vegetables and fruits MUST BE HOME GROWN, NOT PURCHASED E) You may exhibit in more than one lot, but only one entry in each lot.

Failure to do so will be disqualification.

F) In lot 4, you MUST put your theme on the entry tag. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

G) T he superintendents of this department reserve the right to dispose of any exhibit that shows sign of spoilage, wilting, or damage.

Premiums paid: 1st - $5.00 2nd - $4.00 3rd - $3.00 Champion and Reserve Champion ribbons for class.

Lot No. 1. Use only fruit in a centerpiece 2. Use only vegetables in a centerpiece 3. Use a combination of both fruit and vegetables in a centerpiece (Example using carrot tops or lettuce leaves or asparagus green for the greenery with fruit).

4.

Consider building a centerpiece around a special theme (may use fruit, vegetables and flowers) 5. Use varieties of the same fruit or vegetable for a centerpiece (Example varieties of peppers, tomatoes, apples, grapes) 6. Use any combination of fruit, vegetables with flowers for a centerpiece 7. Any other - use your imagination.

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GARDEN CRITTERS

Class No. 23 - Garden Critters - Adult Class No. 24 - Garden Critters Youth A) Exhibitors in Class 24 Youth: Exhibitors ages 6 through 16 are invited to exhibit in this class. YOU MUST INCLUDE AGE OF EXHIBITOR ON ENTRY SHEET & ENTRY TAG. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

B) A class using your imagination, using vegetables C) In lot 1, use all vegetables to make your unique critter D) I n lot 2, dress your potato using whatever your imagination dreams up (fabric, candy, etc.)

E) Y ou may exhibit in more that one lot, but only one entry in each lot.

Failure to do so will be disqualification.

F) Vegetables must be home grown G) The superintendents of this department reserves the right to remove any exhibit that shows sign of spoilage, wilting, or damage Premiums paid on the following lots: 1st - $5.00 2nd - $4.00 3rd - $3.00 Champion and Reserve Champion ribbons for the class.

Lot No. 1. A garden critter using: Adults a minimum of 5 vegetables and Youth a minimum of 3 vegetables 2. D ress a potato

YOUTH EDUCATION

Class No. 25 - Youth Education A) Exhibitors in Class 25 Youth: Exhibitors ages 6 through 16 are invited to exhibit in this class. You must include age of exhibitor on entry sheet and entry tag. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

B) Y ou DO NOT need to bring a garden exhibit to enter this class.

C) Exhibitor MUST do their own exhibit D) You may exhibit in more that one lot, but only one entry in each lot. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

Premiums paid on the following lots: 1st - $5.00 2nd - $4.00 3rd - $3.00 Champion and Reserve Champion ribbons for the class.

Lot No. 1. Garden Story - Write a short story about your vegetable garden, include 1 picture of your garden.

2. Your imagination - using your imagination, write a short story about what your ideal vegetable garden would be like what - vegetables you would plant and give the reasons for your choice.

3.

Garden Journal - a journal of your vegetable garden work. Planning, planting, weeding, etc.

4. Picture Board - a display of pictures of your vegetable garden. NO larger than 22x28 5. Garden Diagram - a poster board, NO larger than 22x28. Include a plan of your vegetable garden drawn to scale, include your varieties, names, etc.

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Educational display showing some aspects of vegetable gardening (thinning or not thinning, carrots etc.)

CROP ART/SEED ART

Class No. 26 – Crop Art/Seed Art A picture or design made out of natural and/or colored seeds.

NO NOXIOUS SEEDS. Seeds such as flowers, vegetables, dried beans, rice, etc.

Put on a hard board, mount board, or something sturdy. There will be 3 lots with 1 champion and 1 reserve champion to a class.

A) In lots 1 and 2 the Youth Exhibitors MUST INCLUDE AGE OF EXHIBITOR ON ENTRY SHEET & ENTRY TAG. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

B) You can only have 1 entry in each lot.

C) Exhibitor MUST do their own exhibit.

Premiums paid on the following lots:

1st - $5.00 2nd - $4.00 3rd $3.00 Champion and Reserve Champion ribbons for the class.

Lot No. 1. Ages 3 – 8 years of age. Minimum of 3 or more varieties of seeds.

2. Ages 9 – 16 years of age. Minimum of 5 or more varieties of seeds.

3. Adults. Minimum of 5 or more varieties of seeds.

DEPARTMENT L HOMEMADE WINE & BEER

JO BERNARD DANNY STEELE, SUPERINTENDENT SUPERINTENDENT 12236 SW 92 ND AVE., 18681 660TH AVE., NEW RICHLAND, MN ALDEN, MN 507-340-2143 mrscheviot@gmail.com 507-265-3230

ENTRY DAY - DEPARTMENT L - HOMEMADE WINE & BEER

We welcome you to exhibit in all possible divisions and classes.

All wine & beer will be entered on Sat. July 30 at the Fairlane Building on the Freeborn Co. Fairgrounds 10 am-1:30 pm. All emptied & judged bottles will be on display in Floral Hall on the Fairgrounds. Tues., August 2 thru Sun. Aug. 7.

Wine and Beer Entries may be taken to Collective Spirits at 1507 Blake Ave., Albert Lea, MN 507-379-2337 or Gravity Storm Brewery at 309 Main St. N., Austin,

MN 507-396-8808. They MUST be dropped off no later than Friday, July 29.

Release will be 5 pm to 7 pm Sunday, Aug. 7. Premiums, special prizes, ribbons and bottles are to be picked up the exhibitor (or someone designated-must be 21 years old) during the release time. Premiums and ribbons can be picked up at the fair office within a few days after the close of the fair. The superintendents will have any special prizes. All emptied bottles not picked up by 7 pm Sunday will be disposed of. No premiums or ribbons will be mailed.

CHAMPIONSHIP PICTURES: PICTURES OF CHAMPIONS ONLY WILL BE TAKEN THURS., AUG. 4 FROM 2 PM-4 PM FOR THE AREA MEDIA. SPECIAL PRIZES: A special thank you from the Homemade Wine & Beer Dept. to the following sponsors of Special Prizes.

1. Cheers Liquor, 1617 W. Main, Albert Lea, MN 507-379-2364 2. Collective Spirits, 1507 Blake Ave., Albert Lea, MN 507-379-2337 3. Eastside Liquor, 2314 Hendrickson Rd., Albert Lea, MN 507-377-2773 4. Gravity Storm Brewery, 309 Main St. N., Austin, MN 507-396-8808 5. Hy-Vee Wine & Spirits, 2708 Bridge, Albert Lea, MN 507-377-1489 6. Liquor Depot, 606 So. Broadway, Albert Lea, MN 507-373-4678 7. Three Oaks Vineyard & Winery, 72096 Phillip Dr., Albert Lea, MN 507-383-1273 8. Worth Brewing Co., 835 Central Ave., Northwood, IA 641-324-9899

HOMEMADE WINE

Class No. 1 Premiums paid on the following lots: 1st - $5.00 2nd - $4.00 3rd - $3.00 Champion and Reserve Champion ribbons for the class.

Special Prizes for Wine: Grand Champion Wine: There will be a Grand Champion County Wine and also a Grand Champion Kit Wine. There are two prizes: A special prize of an award from Collective Spirits will be awarded to each winner.

Reserve Champion Country Wine: Gift Certificate from Three Oaks Winery Reserve Champion Kit Wine: an award from Collective Spirits Entrant with Most Points: an award from Collective Spirits The following awards will be given as the judges feel entries merit: gift certificate and/or gift basket. from Cheers Liquor Gift certificate and/or gift basket. from Eastside Liquor Gift certificate and/or gift basket from Skyline Liquor WINE SPECIFICATIONS: 1. Wines may be made from any fruit, vegetable, grain, or juice commonly used in making wine.

2. Wines may be more that one year old.

3. Each entry must be bottled in a clean container with at least 750 m. capacity. If using 375 ml bottles, you MUST bring 2 bottles. Bottles must be securely corked or capped.

4. Each bottle must be labeled. The label should contain the following info: a) Type of wine and content (example: chokeberry wine, burgundy type. b) name and address of maker. c) Recipe credit, if the recipe is not original of maker. d) Wines entered into the "any other" category must designate the principle ingredient on the label. e) Date (month, year) fermentation was begun. f) Entrants are encouraged, but not required to list whether fruit, dried fruit, or juice was used in making the wine and any other info which would be useful in describing each entry.

RULES & REGULATIONS FOR ENTERING: 1) A contestant MUST BE 21 YEARS OF AGE. 2) You may exhibit in more than one lot, but only two entries in each lot. Each entry MUST not be the same. The entries must be of different types such as: strawberry, cherry, raspberry, etc. in the fruit or onion, potato, etc. in vegetable.

Failure to do so will be disqualification.

3) All bottles must be labeled correctly, be at least the minimum size, and capped securely. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

4) It is the responsibility of the exhibitor to put all exhibits in the correct class or lot.

5) All wines must be homemade by an amateur. If not you will be disqualified.

6) This is a terminal show, all bottles will be emptied before display.

7) All possible care will be taken against loss or damage, however, all wine, bottles, etc. are entered at the exhibitors risk. The Fair Management is not responsible for any loss or damage.

8) No ribbons or exhibits are to be removed until release time on Sunday.

SOME JUDGING CRITERIA: 1) Appropriateness of classification: does the entry belong in the category the contestant has chosen to place it in?

2) General appearance: color, clarity, lack of sediment.

3) Bouquet 4) Taste 5) Texture 6) Presentation: clean bottle, neat and readable label.

7) Judges may combine lots if they feel necessary.

8) Judges will select the prize entry in each lot, reserving the right to withhold any awards, if in their opinion, the work submitted does not merit award. The judge's decisions are final.

9) Judges cannot judge a lot in which they are entered.

10 ) Points will be given to each entrant for a special prize to the entrant with the most points. The more lots you enter, the more possible points you might receive for this overall prize for points Class 1 - Wine.

Champion - 5 points Reserve - 4 points 1st in lot - 3 points 2nd in lot - 2 points 3rd in lot - 1 point

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COUNTRY WINE: 1) Grape, dry red 2) Grape, sweet red 3) Grape, dry white 4) Grape, sweet white 5) F ruit, dry (including flower wine) 6) F ruit, sweet (including flower wine) 7) Vegetable, dry (including root wine) 8) V egetable, sweet (including root wine)

9) Wild fruit, dry 10) Wild fruit, sweet 11) Aperitif (dinner wine) 12) Any other, dry (grain, rhubarb, honey, etc) 13) A ny other, sweet (grain, rhubarb, honey, etc.

KIT WINE: 14) Grape, dry red 15) Grape, sweet red 16) Grape, dry white 17) Grape, sweet white

DEPARTMENT CLUBWORK

18) Fruit, dry (including flower wine) 19) Fruit, sweet, (including flower wine) 20) A peritif (dinner wine) 21) Any other, dry (grain, rhubarb, honey, etc.)

22) A ny other, sweet (grain, rhubarb, honey, etc.)

HOMEMADE BEER

Class No. 2 Premiums paid on the following lots: 1st - $5.00 2nd - $4.00 3rd - $3.00 Champion and Reserve Champion ribbons for the class.

Special Prizes for Beer: Grand Champion Beer: an award from Collective Spirits Reserve Champion Beer: an award. from Collective Spirits Entrant with Most Points: an award from Collective Spirits The following awards will be give as the judges feel entries merit: Beer Basket and an award from Eastside Liquor Beer Basket and an award. from Liquor Depot Beer Basket from Hy-Vee Wine, Beer & Spirits 1 Growler Fill - Worth Brewing Co. Gift Certificate from Gravity Storm Brewery BEER SPECIFICATIONS: 1) Beer may be made from malt, hops, grain, fruit/vegetable/juice or any other product commonly used in making beer.

2) Each entry must be bottled in a clean brown or green bottle with 12 oz. capacity. We prefer that they have no raised - glass brand name lettering and printed caps must be blacked out.

3) Each bottle must be labeled. The label must contain the following information: a) Type of beer and content. b) Name and address of maker. c) Date (month, year) brew was begun.

4) An Entry/Recipe form is suggested by the judges to be filled out if at all possible. The suggested form is the AHA/BJCP Entry/Recipe Form. We will have these, but they can also be found at www.bjcpl.org You can fill out ahead of time to save time at entry day.

RULES & REGULATIONS FOR ENTERING: 1) A contestant MUST BE 21 YEARS OF AGE. 2) Each contestant needs to enter 2 bottles for each entry. One bottle for the first round and one for the Best of Show round.

3) You may exhibit in more than one lot, but only two entries in each lot. Each entry MUST not be the same. Each entry must be a different recipe. Failure to do so will be disqualification.

4) All bottles must be labeled correctly and be at least the minimum size.

Failure to do so will be disqualification.

5) It is the responsibility of the exhibitor to put all exhibits in the correct class or lot. Please see categories at www.bjcp.org/2008styles/catdex.php Beers will be grouped in appropriate general categories by the competition director at the time of judging.

6) All beers must be homebrewed by an amateur and in non-commercial facilities. If not, you will be disqualified.

7) First place winners in each lot will compete for Best of Show.

8) This is a terminal show, all bottles will be emptied before display.

9) All possible care will be taken against loss or damage, however, all beer, bottles, etc. are entered at the exhibitors risk. The Fair Management is not responsible for any loss or damage.

10) No ribbons or exhibits are to be removed until release time on Sunday.

SOME JUDGING CRITERIA: 1) Appropriateness of classification: does the entry belong in the category the contestant has chosen to place it in? 2) General appearance: color, clarity, lack of sediment. 3) Taste 4) Aroma 5) Mouth Feel 6) Judges may combine lots if they feel necessary. 7) Judges will select the prize entry in each lot, reserving the right to withhold any award, if in their opinion, the work submitted does not merit award. The judge's decisions are final. 8) Judges cannot judge a lot in which they are entered. 9) Points will be given to each entrant for a special prize to the entrant with the most points. The more lots you enter, the more possible points you might receive for this overall prize for points Class 2 -Beer.

Champion - 5 points Reserve - 4 points 1st in lot - 3 points 2nd in lot - 2 points 3rd in lot - 1 point Lots: 1) Ale, pale 6) Stout 2) Ale, dark 7) Wheat 3) Lager, specify light, dark or other 8) Mixed styles, specify 4) Pilsner 9) Braget 5) Porter 10) Any other (must name)

Lexie Ignaszewski 4-H Extension Educator

Amy Wadding

4-H Extension Educator

Wendy Weiss

Office Support

EXTENSION OFFICE PHONE 507-377-5660 INDEX Aerospace ������������������������������������������������ 74

Herdsmanship �������������������������������������� 60

Agronomy ���������������������������������������� 74-75

Home Environment ��������������������������80

Bicycle ������������������������������������������������������ 75

Horse ����������������������������������������������� 64-66

Beef �������������������������������������������������������61-62 Club Banners �������������������������������������� 73 Club Booths ���������������������������������������� 73 Child & Family Development �������� 75 Citizenship �������������������������������������������� 75

Industrial Technology ����������������������80 Llama/Alpaca �������������������������������������� 66 Livestock Demonstrations ������������ 66 Livestock Interviews ������������������������ 59 Livestock Sale �������������������������������� 60-61

Clothing and Textiles ������������������ 75-76

Livestock Showmanship ���������������� 59

Cloverbuds General �������������������������� 76

Market Goats �������������������������������������� 65

Cloverbud Livestock ������������������������ 60

Mechanical Science �������������������� 80-81

Club Scrapbooks �������������������������������� 73

Natural Resources �����������������������81-82

Club Community Pride �������������������� 73

Needle Arts ������������������������������������������ 82

Club Hay Bale Decorating �������������� 73 Consumer Education & Money Management �������������������� 76 Crafts & Fine Arts ������������������������������ 76 Creative Writing �������������������������������� 77 Dairy �������������������������������������������������������� 63 Dog Agility �������������������������������������������� 70 Dog Obedience ����������������������������70-72

Performing Arts ���������������������������������� 83 Pets ����������������������������������������������������82-83 Photography ��������������������������������� 83-84 Plastic Sculpture Challenge ���� 73-74 Public Presentations ������������������������ 87 Poultry ����������������������������������������������66-67 Quilting ��������������������������������������������������84 Rabbits ��������������������������������������������67-68 Safety ������������������������������������������������������84

Dog Rally ���������������������������������������� 72-73

Science Inquiry ��������������������������� 84-85

Dog Showmanship �������������������������� 72

Science of Animals ���������������������������� 69

Engineering Design �������������������������� 77

Self-Determined �������������������������������� 85

Exploring Animals ���������������������������� 77

Share-the-Fun ������������������������������������ 83

Fishing Sports ������������������������������������ 78

Sheep ������������������������������������������������68-69

Food & Nutrition �������������������������������� 78

Shooting Sports/Wildlife Management ��������������������������������85-86

Food Preservation ���������������������������� 78

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Horticulture ������������������������������������ 80-81

State Fair ���������������������������������������������� 60

Food Revue ������������������������������������������ 78

Swine ������������������������������������������������������ 69

Fruit/Vegetable/Herb Gardening �������������������������������������������� 79

Technology ������������������������������������������ 87

4-H General Rules ������������������������58-60

Video/Film Making ���������������������������� 86

Goat ��������������������������������������������������63-64

Wildlife Biology & Management 86

Health & Wellness ������������������������������ 79

Youth Leadership ������������������������������ 87

Veterinary Science ���������������������������� 86

-16 amps or less on each breaker -1 fan per animal -Extension cords *no less than 12 gauge *maximum length of 50 feet & no multiple ends

GENERAL RULES 4-H EXHIBIT RULES Each club member must pre-enter on FairEntry by no later than June 27, 2022 All club members exhibit(s) must be kept in the designated 4-H area.

All general exhibits in the 4-H Exhibit building must be entered by 5:00 pm, Monday, August 1. Release time for all exhibits in the 4-H Exhibit Building will be on Sunday, August 7, 4:00 pm. All exhibits should be removed by 7:00 pm.

To be eligible for the State Fair, the 4-H member must have completed 6th grade. If members do not meet the age requirement of the trip, it will be given to the next ranking eligible participant.

A 4-H member may take dual 4-H trips to the MN State Fair. A dual trip is a livestock and static project. Contact the Extension Office for details.

Exhibits are to be selected from the current year’s project work, except where specified, such as corn.

Judges will award purple, blue, red, and white placings according to the worthiness of the exhibit, regardless of the number of exhibits in the class; with the exception of Youth in Action Demonstration, Fashion Revue, and Cloverbuds.

Registration will be made through a central registration table in the 4-H Exhibit Building.

Classes in 4-H club work are open only to registered 4-H club members in Freeborn County.

All exhibitors must see that their exhibits stay in good condition throughout the fair.

The County Fair Association and/or Extension Office will not assume responsibility for loss or damage of articles.

Any exhibit not pre-entered may show for a ribbon placing only, top placing is a blue ribbon. Exhibit will not be eligible for grand or reserve champion, special awards, or trips.

STATIC EXHIBITS If exhibition requirements are not met (and permission is not granted by 4-H Program Staff), youth will not be eligible for all show related premiums, awards, and participation in the state event. (Auction participation is a county decision.) Approved early release is an exception to the rule and becomes a 4-H staff and fair board decision based on each situation.

Members may exhibit, demonstrate, or take part only in projects in which they are enrolled. All work on projects entered should be done by the 4-H member and completed during the current 4-H year unless otherwise noted.

Poster exhibits may not exceed 22” wide x 28” high. They may be smaller.

Education/Science Tri-Fold Exhibits for all project areas may not exceed 12” deep x 24” wide x 36” high. (Center back 24” wide x 36” high, right and left wings each 12” wide x 36” high.)

All exhibits will be evaluated by a conference with the judge.

Project judging criteria: Exhibit quality 25% Educational value 25% Knowledge and ability to explain 50% Decision of the judge is final and may not be appealed.

Floor Space for any exhibit should not exceed 20 square feet. If your exhibit exceeds this space limitation, contact the Extension Office.

All exhibits must be labeled with name, club, and county. Other appropriate information for the project (i.e., vegetable varieties) should be included. If the exhibit has multiple pieces, each part needs to be labeled and should indicate 1 of 4, 2 of 4, etc.

Copyright Law and Infringement: Copyright is a form of protection given to authors and creators of original work. Original work includes a person’s ideas captured in writing or as an image, photograph, song, audio recording, or visual recording.

All original work – including information found on the web – is subject to copyright protection. The author/creator has exclusive rights to reproduce, distribute, display, perform or make derivative works.

Before using another person’s work as part of your 4-H exhibit, be sure that the work is subject to fair use, has a creative commons license or that you have requested and received permission (in writing) to use the original work. If an exhibit infringes on copyright law, a decision may need to be made to remove the exhibit from display at the county or state fair.

LIVESTOCK CATTLE BARN RULES PER THE ELECTRICIAN ARE AS FOLLOWS:

ANIMAL SCIENCE All beef, dairy, dog, goat, horse, llama/alpaca, rabbit, sheep and swine shown in 4-H livestock shows must have the required State 4-H ID system, ear tag and/or tattoo. Animals ID data must be submitted online, arrive in the Extension Office, or be postmarked no later than May 16 (as May 15 is on a weekend) (with the exception of Market Beef due Feb. 15 in 2022).

All animals exhibited must be owned solely by the member, member’s family, or leased by agreement. The family includes the 4-Her’s parents or guardians and siblings living together as a family unit. The definition of family includes an extended family where the animals may be owned by grandparents with the 4-Her’s parents actively involved with and working on the farm. Animals owned in partnership with non-family members (as defined above) must be leased and follow guidelines within the lease information.

Registered animals, not leased, must be registered in the exhibitor’s name and/or the exhibitor’s family name. (examples are on the following page by *.)

If a 4-H member is unable to exhibit an animal by himself/herself due to a disability or injury, the 4-H member and/or the member’s immediate family must request permission for a substitute showperson to help with the exhibition of the 4-H member’s livestock project(s). Arrangements and approval for a substitute showperson must be made with 4-H staff prior to the day of the show. The substitute showperson must be a 4-H age-eligible member of the 4-H member’s immediate family or another age-eligible 4-H member from the county of membership. 4-Hers must show their own animals.

4-H’ers exhibiting livestock at the County Fair are responsible for the care and feeding of animals they exhibit.

LIVESTOCK ENTRY INFORMATION All livestock exhibits (beef, sheep, swine, dairy, rabbits, goats, llama/ alpaca, horses & poultry) may be entered on Monday night August 1 between 3-10pm or Tuesday, August 2 by noon. **Sheep & Goat all in by Monday, August 1 for check-in sheep 4-6pm, goat 6-8pm** All livestock trailers must enter the fairgrounds through the NORTHWEST entrance on Richway Drive. Trailers must exit through the NORTHWEST gate back onto Richway Drive or swine can exit out NORTHEAST gate. If you need to park your trailer, you must re-enter through the NORTHEAST gate and park by the outdoor horse arena. No livestock trailers are allowed to park in the NORTHWEST parking lot or by any of the buildings. “See special map from specie letters.”

4-H HEALTH EXHIBIT REQUIREMENTS RULES: Health certificate and certificate of vet inspection are required on all animals residing out of state and must be on file in the 4-H Livestock Office before entry day. The 4-H members will be responsible for contacting a veterinarian and having the required livestock of each 4-H exhibitor tested prior to the County Fair. All livestock will be monitored during check-in for any health problems. Animals will be inspected as they are checked in.

BEEF: Animals will be examined at fair for warts and ringworm.

DAIRY: None needed. Animals will be examined at fair for warts and ringworm.

GOATS: Official scrapies tags/tattoos are required for all male and female goats. Contact the MN Board of Animal Health for your tag/tattoo number.

All goats will be examined at the fair.

DOGS: Need certificate of Rabies Vaccination to include distemper, rabies and Parvo – Killed Virus accepted for 1 year and modified Live Virus is accepted for 36 months, must be current thru November 1.

HORSES: Need negative coggins test.

ALPACA/LLAMA: They need to be wormed two weeks prior to show.

POULTRY: All Chickens & Turkeys over 5 months of age must be officially tested for typhoid and pullorum diseases and found negative within 90 days prior to the fair or originate from parent stock classified within 12 months of fair as U.S. pullorum-typhoid clean. Turkeys must be also be negative for salmonella typhimurium, mycoplasma galliseptium and myoplasm synoviae.

RABBITS: No certificate required.

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SHEEP: No health certificate. The sheep will be examined at the fair.

All male and female lambs need to be tagged with official scrapies tag. A Premise ID is also needed.

SWINE: No health certificate needed for barrows or gilts. A Premise ID is needed.

BEDDING: All shavings (not for Dairy, Horse or Alpaca/Llama) will be provided free to 4-H families through the auction dollars received back to the county.

Bedding is free, but you will be assessed a $10/head fee for any animal that was put on the bedding/stalling sheet and does not come to the fair. We are trying to get as accurate of a count as possible for the county fair, so please be as accurate as possible on the bedding/stalling sheet. Straw is paid for by individual families. No common bedding in beef tie-outs.

RELEASE TIME: The release of livestock time will be Sunday after parade of champions has finished. Any livestock taken off the fairgrounds early without release of the fair vet and County Extension Office will forfeit all premiums, sale money, special awards, and trips.

ELIGIBILITY: All animals must be individually owned or under 4-H lease to be eligible for Grand and Reserve Championships. The animal entered at County Fair from a family affidavit denotes individual 4-Her ownership for the County Fair and future shows. However Dairy Heifers, after freshening, cannot be carried on a family affidavit. Only Breeding animals may be leased.

STATE FAIR OR STATE SHOW ELIGIBILITY

ALL: NO FANS ALLOWED THAT ARE NOT OSHA APPROVED. FANS ARE TO BE FLOWING TO THE WEST SIDE OF THE BARN. NO WATER TYPE FAN COOLERS OF ANY KIND ARE ALLOWED. NO BUTT TYPE FANS. PUREBRED REGISTRATION REGULATIONS All purebred livestock must have registration papers or a copy of registration papers on file in the 4-H Livestock Office before entry day. *Acceptable registration papers are as follows: 1. Registration in the member’s name.

2. Registration in the parents or guardian’s name & the member’s name.

3. Registration in the parent or guardian’s name and son or sons (same for daughters).

4. Registered in the member’s family name, such as John Doe and family.

5. Registered in partnership for two or more members of the same family, such as John and Mary Doe. 6. The Holstein-Freisian Association does not accept option no. 4. NOT Acceptable registration papers are: 7. Registered in parents name only.

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Registered in name of business concern or organization and the member’s name.

9. Registered in a firm, farm or corporation name & the member’s name.

10. Animals that are registered and have papers must show in the purebred class and are not eligible to be shown in a grade class.

STATE FAIR LINEUP: The top animals in the breeding and market classes will be awarded a trip to the Minnesota State Fair. Only members who have completed 6th grade and older and have all deadlines met will bring their animals to the show ring for the State Fair Line-up. State Fair trips must be accepted or declined by 5:00pm Thursday of the County Fair or the trip will go to the next alternate, or Friday by 10:00am for animals from shows that are completed as of Thursday night.

GROOMING GUIDELINES All grooming of livestock at the county fair, including clipping, trimming and manipulation of the hair/wool (such as blocking on sheep, pulling up hair on beef and working up top lines on dairy) must be clearly done by the exhibitor, members of the immediate family (parents, step-parents, legal guardians, grandparents, brothers or sisters) or any other enrolled Minnesota 4-H member. Any exhibitor found in violation of this rule will not be eligible for trips. Enforcement of the rule will be the responsibility of the 4-H Livestock Committee, the local Extension Educator(s), and the Regional Extension Educator. MN 4-Hers that are helping must have letter from their Extension Office with name, MN 4-H member ID#, that they are in good standing and signed by 4-H staff on file in 4-H livestock office. MN 4-Hers not from Freeborn County will receive a credential to allow them to help groom. Letters can be emailed to Freeborn Staff as well.

In the beef show, the use of artificial tail fins or the addition of any hair or hair like substance to the animal’s body, excluding false tails, will not be permitted.

No artificial color can be used on 4-H exhibits that are applied above the flank of the animal. Coloring materials are acceptable to be applied to the legs and hooves of the animal. Artificial color refers to any kind of dyes or materials applied at the Freeborn County Fairgrounds or prior to the arrival at the fairgrounds. Any animal that displays artificial color cannot be named champion or be selected for a State Fair trip.

All beef exhibitors must groom and fit in designated areas only. These areas are northside of Open Sheep Barn (or in open class sheep barn), Northside of Cattle barn outside or as soon as open sheep have ALL left or inside Beef Barn. No tent/stand set up until Wednesday night in the picnic area.

Trips for State Fair, State Horse Show, State Llama/Alpaca and State Dog Show will be selected from blue ribbon exhibits only (see State Dog Show Rules for exceptions).

Members selected to represent the county at the State Fair, State Llama/Alpaca and State Horse Show must have completed sixth grade.

To be eligible for a livestock trip to the State Fair, 4-H’ers must have completed Quality Assurance Training. State Policy: All youth participating as a State Fair 4-H livestock exhibitor in beef, dairy, sheep, swine, poultry, rabbits, meat goat, dairy goat, and alpaca/ llama must have completed a livestock quality assurance training in which there are two training options 1) a 3 hour in-person workshop (LQA), or 2) a 1 hour on-line training (YQCA). Youth completing either quality assurance training option will receive a certificate of completion.

Along with their qualifying state fair exhibit trip(s), 4-H members may participate in activities such as Share-the-Fun, demonstrations, Arts-In, cooking events, animal science educational exhibits or judging teams.

Competitive events, deadlines, consequences and exemption options: Every Minnesota 4-H member is eligible for a “one-time” member exemption. This exemption provides the ability (one-time in a 4-H member’s career) for the 4-H member to acknowledge they missed a 4-H deadline related to enrollment or competitive event participation and waive the consequences for the named deadline.

Distribution of Unused Livestock Trips: Minnesota 4-H wants to provide as many 4-H members as possible the opportunity to experience the Minnesota State Fair judging process. To ensure that as many youth as possible have the opportunity to participate in a livestock experience at the Minnesota State Fair, staff and volunteers are asked to follow the outlined process for the distribution of unused livestock quota trips.

LIVESTOCK SHOWMANSHIP Senior: 4-Her’s who have completed 9th grade and over Intermediate: 4-Her’s who have competed 6th-8th grades Junior: 4-Her’s who have completed 3rd-5th grades Master: 4-Her’s who have won Sr. Showmanship for beef or rabbit only SHOWMANSHIP RIBBON (All Species) $2.00

LIVESTOCK INTERVIEWS All 4-H members that are exhibiting livestock at the County Fair must participate in a livestock interview. Interviews will be held on Wednesday, July 27 from 2:00-8:00 pm at the Fairlane Community Center on the fairgrounds.

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4-H MARKET LIVESTOCK SALE

HERDSMANSHIP The purpose of 4-H Herdsmanship is to help 4-H members learn skills in making a presentable exhibit for the public as well as learn skills in courtesy, cooperation, neatness, and proper care of animals SCORECARD Cleanliness of aisle and stall ������������������������������������������������������������������45 *Adequate bedding, clean and dry, with manure haled out (25) *Animals and/or pens tied/fastened securely (5) *Feed and water pans, when present, and aisles and alleyways should be clean (15) Arrangement of exhibits �������������������������������������������������������������������������15 *Animals, tack, area, supplies, and stall cards neatly kept and/or arranged.

Appearance of animals ����������������������������������������������������������������������������15 *Animals groomed properly and appear to be bed and watered appropriately (10) *Animals in place 8 am to 10 pm except when in show ring or being washed (5) Exhibitors ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 25 *Courtesy and conduct of exhibitors TOTAL POINTS �������������������������������������������� 100 If your herdsmanship is not kept up (example: feeding & watering your animals, cleaning out the pens, etc.) you will be subject to forfeiting your awards, trips, & auction privileges.

CLOVERBUDS Cloverbuds can show one animal per species Cloverbuds can show their own animal or another 4-H’ers. Cloverbuds do not have to stay for the entire time of the County Fair, but are welcome to. A parent or responsible person will be with Cloverbud at all times when in the presence of an animal. The parent or responsible person will be in control of the animal in the show ring and also leading/handling the animals throughout Fair week.

4-H Supreme Showmanship Contest Sunday, August 8 • 12:00 Noon Jan Reed Livestock Arena

• Open to any showpersons in the following species in each age

9:00 am – Saturday, August 6 Jan Reed Livestock Arena – Freeborn County Fairgrounds All exhibitors wishing to place an animal in the sale will be required to register and pay the entry fees in the 4-H Livestock Office by 5:00 pm Thursday. There will be a late fee assessed for these after 5 pm on Thursday.

(Auction participation is a county decision).

OBJECTIVES AND PURPOSES To promote and encourage market livestock production by the youth of Freeborn County 4-H Clubs with a long term goal of increasing the growth of market livestock enterprises within the county.

Only market beef, goat, sheep, and swine shown in 4-H livestock shows must have the required state 4-H ID system, ear tag and/or tattoo. In addition, properly identified Grand & Reserve Overall Market Poultry and Grand & Reserve Overall Market Rabbits will be added to the sale of champions.

20% of 4-Hers premium is given back to the Freeborn County 4-H program for the good of the whole for programming use.

ENTRY FEES: Market Beef - $6.00/animal Market Swine - $6.00/animal/pen Market Sheep - $6.00/animal Market Goat - $6.00/animal Grand & Reserve Poultry - $6.00 Grand & Reserve Rabbit - $6.00 This includes champion animals.

No white ribbon animals will be eligible for sale.

All 4-Hers must be present by 8:30 am Saturday in preparation for the sale. The sale order will be posted Friday night. All animals must be in the line according to the sale catalog. Any animals out of sale order go to the end of their designated specie sale.

2022 SALE ORDER Ring 1 – North End Swine Ring 2 – South End Beef – Goat - Sheep Each 4-H member will be responsible for bringing his/her animal through the sale ring. If the 4-Her is unable to do so, a family member may represent the 4-H member with prior approval from the Extension Office. *Sale of Champion Pictures will be taken after the conclusion of the sale of champions as animals are ready.

Animals that don’t make minimum weights are not eligible for the sale.

division are eligible; beef, sheep, swine, dairy, dairy goats, market goats, poultry, and rabbits.

• Judging will be 50% on Showmanship and 50% on knowledge in each of the species.

• All showpersons will compete as a group.

• All showpersons will show each specie.

• Grand and Reserve Supreme Showperson will be selected.

• Awards will be presented.

• Once a member has been name Supreme Showman – they cannot compete in future years, but can be a judge.

• Special awards – 1 st Place – Gift Certificate 2nd Place – Gift Certificate *Exhibitors must sign up by Thursday by 8:00 pm in livestock office to be in the contest. *Must have at least 6 signed up to have the contest.

MARKET BEEF: Minimum weight 800 lbs/no maximum weight.

MARKET GOAT: Minimum weight 40 lbs/no maximum weight.

MARKET SHEEP: Minimum weight 100 lbs/no maximum weight.

MARKET SWINE: Minimum weight 210 lbs/no maximum weight.

Non Terminal Sale Information * All 4-H members taking livestock through the 4-H Market Livestock Sale will have the option of taking their animal home. *We will continue to provide a buyer (packer option) for Sheep and Goats.

Freeborn County 4-H Livestock Auction is a premium-based (ribbon) auction. 4-H members may sell the ribbon for one animal per species exhibited (ribbon placing and weight restrictions apply). Exception to this rule will be for the Sale of Champions. All animals that make it into the Sale of Champions will have their ribbon sold. If a 4-H member has more than one animal of a species that is in the Sale of Champions, this member will sell all ribbons for said animals for both exhibits (ie – market barrow and pen of three).

The champion and reserve dairy market goat, meat market goat, steer, market heifer, dairy beef, swine, swine pen of three, poultry, rabbit,

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Sunday, Aug. 7 @ 1pm in the Jan Reed Livestock Arena RULES: The parade of champions will include all static champion & reserve ribbon winners. All livestock champions & reserve ribbon winners. All dog, horse and llama champion & reserve ribbon winners.

Sign up to participate in the Livestock Office @ Fairgrounds throughout fair week.

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Thursday, at 8:00 am & 1:00 pm Dairy Beef Show Release time: Sunday, August 7 @ end of parade of champions SHOW SCHEDULE 1. Cloverbuds-Beef 2. Prospect Calves (Steers/Bulls/Heifers/Championship) 3. Purebred Breeding Beef Heifers 4. Commercial Breeding Beef Heifers/Championship of Breeding Heifers 5. Beef Cow/Calf/Championship 6. Market Beef Heifers/Championship (all shown by wt. classes) 7. Market Beef Purebred Steers/Championships (all shown by wt. classes) 8. Market Slick Shorn/Championship 9. Market Commercial Steer/Championship 10. Overall Market Steer 11. State Fair Line up-Colored Beef 12. S howmanship/Colored Beef Masters, Senior, Intermediate, Junior 13. 1st Year Beef Exhibitors Recognized 13.5 Cloverbuds-Dairy Beef 14. Dairy Beef/Championships 15. State Fair Line Up – Dairy Beef 16. Dairy Beef Showmanship, Masters, Senior, Intermediate, Junior STEER Class: Members may show a maximum of 3 animals in these Steer Classes: Beef Steer Slick Shorn Slick Shorn Market Beef Class-Please follow rules from Beef Information Sheet.

Slick Shorn animals don’t have to be slick shorn but it is recommended.

DAIRY BEEF Members may show a maximum of 3 animals in this class with a combination of crossbred and purebred dairy steer. Must have crossbred dairy steer to show 3.

Class: Dairy Beef (2) Dairy Beef Crossbred (cross of 2 Dairy Breeds) BEEF HEIFER (BREEDING) RULES: *This class is not eligible for the livestock auction sale. *All breeds will compete in each age class. *Purebreds and commercials will show separately. *Members may exhibit a breeding heifer in each separate class.

Birth Dates Breeding Heifer Spring Calf Breeding Heifer Fall Calf Breeding Heifer Summer yearling Breeding Heifer Junior yearling Breeding Heifer Senior yearling Breeding Heifer 2 Yr Old P/Bred Prospect Calf Cow/Calf

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Jan 1 – Apr 30, 2022 Sept. 1-Dec. 31, 2021 May 1-Aug. 31, 2021 Jan. 1-April 30, 2021 Sept. 1-Dec. 31, 2020 March 1-Aug. 31, 2020 Jan 1 - Apr 30, 2022 Calf born on or after January 1, 2022

BREEDING HEIFER Beef - Registered Spring Calf Beef - Registered Fall Calf

DAIRY STEER Beef - Purebred Dairy Steer Beef - Crossbred Dairy Steer

GENERAL RULES *Steers with visible eruptions of two or more permanent teeth will only be eligible for a red ribbon placing. *All beef must be properly identified with an official Minnesota 4-H Identification tag to be eligible for grand, reserve champion, special award, or any other shows beyond county fair.

REQUIREMENTS: • Recommended minimum weight for State Fair is 1,000 pounds; recommended maximum weight is 1,600 pounds. Pure Breed Dairy Steers must be 100% dairy breed. The following breeds will be accepted without registration papers: Ayrshire, Brown Swiss, Guernsey, Holstein, and Jersey. Milking Shorthorn dairy steers must be registered with the American Milking Shorthorn Society and not carry the “S” suffix.

• Dairy Steers showing permanent teeth may be shown, but they can place no higher than a red ribbon and they will not be eligible for State Fair or auction.

• Crossbred Dairy Steers must be at least 50% from the acceptable breeds listed for the Pure Breed Dairy Steer division, with the balance being from any other beef or dairy breed; however, the steers must show adequate dairy steer characteristics, as determined by the screening committee. Exhibitors should be prepared to identify the breeds of their crossbred dairy steer.

CATTLE BARN RULES PER THE ELECTRICIAN ARE AS FOLLOWS: -16 amps or less on each breaker -1 fan per animal -extension cords *no less than 12 gauge *maximum length of 50 feet no multiple ends *No fans allowed that are not OSHA approved. *All fans will be side-mounted and blowing towards the West end of the barn.

No water type fan coolers of any kind are allowed. No butt fans. *All beef exhibitors will utilize common bedding. *Sign up for tie-outs on Tuesday in the Livestock Office.

Please stay in your assigned tie outs all week and clean out your tie out stalls.

Provide your own bedding and NOT common bedding. *Cattle allowed in tie outs at 8:00 pm or later.

Beef - Registered Summer Yearling Beef - Registered Junior Yearling Beef - Registered Senior Yearling Beef - Commercial Spring Calf Beef - Commercial Fall Calf Beef - Commercial Summer Yearling Beef - Commercial Junior Yearling Beef - Commercial Senior Yearling Beef - Heifer Calf Beef - Steer Calf

PROSPECT CALF

BEEF SHOWMANSHIP / DAIRY BEEF SHOWMANSHIP Beef Showmanship Master Beef Showmanship – Previous Winner of Senior Grades 9+ - Senior Grades 6-8 – Intermediate Grades 3-5 – Junior Dairy Beef Showmanship Master Beef Showmanship – Previous winner of Senior Grades 9+ - Senior Grades 6-8 – Intermediate Grades 3-5 – Junior

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MARKET BEEF Beef - Market Steer Beef - Market Heifer RULES: *Heifers must have dropped during 2021. *Only heifers shown in the market class will be eligible for the livestock sale. *All heifers will be shown in one class unless numbers warrant more than one or broken down by weight.

Classt: Members may show a maximum of 2 animals in this class.

Market Heifer BEEF COW-CALF CLASS

RULES: * Exhibitors enrolled in the cow/calf project may enter both the cow/calf class and the prospect calf class, or the spring heifer class.

The same calf may NOT be shown in both classes. * Calves in the cow/calf classes must be born after January 1 of the current year. *Bull, steer, and heifer calves are eligible for the cow/calf pair class. * Steer, bull, and heifer calves are eligible for the prospect calf class. They will be judged as prospect calves (market type). No performance data will be used. *Prospect must be born before April 30. * Prospect calves are eligible for State Fair Trips. Bulls must be castrated for prospects at the State Fair. *These Classes are not eligible for livestock sale.

Class: Beef Cow-Calf Registered Beef Cow-Calf Commercial Prospect Calf-Heifer Prospect Calf-Steer/Bull

Thursday at 10:00 am SHOW SCHEDULE Breeds will rotate in each class. Rotation schedule: Guernsey, Holstein, Jersey, Aryshire, Milking Shorthorn, Brown Swiss 1. Cloverbuds 2. Junior Calf 3. Junior Herds 4. Showmanship-Senior;Intermediate;Junior 5. Champions-breeds and overall 6. State Fair Line up CATTLE BARN RULES PER THE ELECTRICIAN ARE AS FOLLOWS: -16 amps or less on each breaker -1 fan per animal -extension cords *no less than 12 gauge *maximum length of 50 feet no multiple ends RULES: • Members may show 1 animal per breed through the senior yearling class. Example: only 1 animal in Spring Heifer Calf class, 1 animal in Winter calf class, and 1 animal in Fall Calf etc.

• Members may show up to 2 two year olds and 3 advanced cows.

• Members cannot exhibit an animal in the two-year old or advanced lots that was not identified and a project record started in advance of the first freshening.

• Two different family members may show the same heifer (in different years, of course) prior to the first freshening. But, the first 4-Her to show the animal after her first calving will be the “exhibitor of record”. This animal may not be transferred to another family member after that, even though that family member may have shown/ID the animal as a heifer.

• The Spring Calf Class is ineligible for a State Fair trip. The Spring Calf Class is primarily for 4-Hers in 3rd grade through 5th. The calf must be born between March 1, 2022 and May 15, 2022.

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• Purebred and grades will be judged together according to breeds.

• All dairy breeds will be shown under the listed age classes.

• The PDCA fitting and showing score card will be the model for showmanship.

• Senior yearling that have calved will compete in the 2 year old cow class (regardless of date of birth).

• Dress code: white shirt and white jeans/pants.

BIRTH DATES: Spring (Junior) Calf Winter Calf Fall Calf Summer Junior Yearling Spring Junior Yearling Winter Senior Yearling Fall Senior Yearling Junior 2 year old Cow Senior 2 year old Cow 3 year old Cow 4 year old Cow Cow, five years & older Dry Cow

March 1, 2022 to May 31, 2022 Dec 1, 2021 to Feb 28, 2022 Sept 1 to Nov 30, 2021 June 1, 2020 to August 31, 2021 March 1, 2020 to May 31, 2021 Dec 1, 2020 to Feb 28, 2021 Sept 1 to Nov 30, 2020 March 1, to Aug 31, 2020 Sept 1, 2019 to Feb 29, 2020 Sept 1, 2018 to Aug 31, 2019 Sept 1, 2017 to Aug 31, 2018 Born before Sept 1, 2017 Dry Cow of any age

HOLSTEIN REGISTERED Dairy - Spring (Junior) Calf Dairy - Winter Calf Dairy - Fall Calf Dairy - Summer Jr. Yearling Dairy - Spring Jr. Yearling Dairy - Winter Sr. Yearling Dairy - Fall Sr. Yearling Dairy - Jr. Two-Year-Old Cow Dairy - Sr. Two-Year-Old Cow Dairy - Three-Year-Old Cow Dairy - Four-Year-Old Cow Dairy - Five-Year-Old and Older Cow Dairy - Dry Cow HOLSTEIN GRADE Dairy - Spring (Junior) Calf Dairy - Winter Calf Dairy - Fall Calf Dairy - Summer Jr. Yearling Dairy - Spring Jr. Yearling Dairy - Winter Sr. Yearling Dairy - Fall Sr. Yearling Dairy - Jr. Two-Year-Old Cow Dairy - Sr. Two-Year-Old Cow Dairy - Three-Year-Old Cow Dairy - Four-Year-Old Cow Dairy - Five-Year-Old and Older Cow Dairy - Dry Cow MIXED COLOR REGISTERED & GRADE Dairy - Spring (Junior) Calf Dairy - Winter Calf Dairy - Fall Calf Dairy - Summer Jr. Yearling Dairy - Spring Jr. Yearling Dairy - Winter Sr. Yearling Dairy - Fall Sr. Yearling Dairy - Jr. Two-Year-Old Cow Dairy - Sr. Two-Year-Old Cow Dairy - Three-Year-Old Cow Dairy - Four-Year-Old Cow Dairy - Five-Year-Old and Older Cow Dairy - Dry Cow JUNIOR HERD RULES: *Three animals of same breed, regardless of age, purebred or grade. *All breeds competing DAIRY SHOWMANSHIP Senior–Grades 9+ Intermediate-Grades 6-8 Junior-Grades 3-5 CATTLE RELEASE TIME: SUN., AUG. 7 AFTER PARADE OF CHAMPIONS

GOAT Thursday at 1:00 pm - Dairy Goat Thursday at 4:00 pm – Market Goat RELEASE TIME SUNDAY, AUG. 8 – 5:00PM DAIRY GOAT SHOW SCHEDULE 1. Cloverbuds-Dairy Goats 2. Dairy Goat Show Jr Kid Sr Kid Dry Yearling Milkers Champion Dairy Goats State Fair Dairy Goats 3. Dairy Goat Showmanship Grades 9+ - Senior Grades 6-8 - Intermediate Grades 3-5 - Junior MARKET GOAT SHOW SCHEDULE 3.5 Cloverbuds-Meat Goat 4. Market Goat Show Dairy Market Meat Market Breeding Does Champion Market Goats State Fair Market Goats 5. Market Goat Showmanship Grades 9+ - Senior Grades 6-8 - Intermediate Grades 3-5 - Junior 6. Costume Class - ALL goats welcome *There will be a Senior Champion animal to be named before State Fair Line up.

Goat Costume Class – Fun costume class open to all goat exhibitors (Dairy Goats or Market Goats). This class will take place on Thursday immediately following the State Fair Line up.

4-H Members are encouraged to dress themselves and their goat in costumes. The costumes may represent a theme or any clever combination. Use your imagination and have FUN! *All animals must be fitted and completely clipped for the show – clean the ears, nose, tail, and around mouth. *Clip your dairy goat all over before showing. *Trim the feet a week before the show.

RULES: *All female goats must have an official scrapies tattoo or tag. * NOTE: For safety reasons all dairy goats must be dis-budded/ deorned. Regrowth of less than 1 inch allowed. *Champion and State Fair exhibit goat tattoos will be verified. *Dairy Goat Dress code: White shirt/white or black pants *Market goat Dress code: White shirt/blue pants/jeans * Members may exhibit one animal in each of the following age classes (unless otherwise noted).

BIRTH DATES: Junior Doe Kid April 1 to June 30, 2022 Senior Doe Kid January 1 to March 31, 2022 Dry Yearling Doe January 1 – December 31, 2021 Milking Yearling Doe January 1 – December 31, 2021 Milking two-year old Doe January 1 – December 31, 2020 Milking ~ 3 Years and under 5 years Born in 2018 or 2019 Milking ~ 5 Years and older Born before 2018 Meat Market Goat (wether or doe) December 1, 2021–April 30,2022 Dairy Market Goat (wether or doe) December 1, 2021 –April 30, 2022 Meat Goat Breeding Does Senior Yearling Meat Goat Breeding Doe (registered or grade) (never kidded) December 1, 2020 – February 28, 2021 Junior Yearling Meat Goat Breeding Doe (registered or grade) (never kidded) March 1, 2021 – May 31, 2021 Fall Yearling Meat Breeding Doe (never kidded) June 1, 2021 – Nov. 30, 2021 Senior Meat Breeding Doe Kid Dec. 1, 2021 – Feb. 29, 2022

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Junior Meat Breeding Doe Kid Mar 1, 2022 – May 31, 2022 DAIRY GOAT Dairy Goat Jr. Doe Kid Dairy Goat Sr. Doe Kid Dairy Goat - Dry Yearling Doe Dairy Goat - Milking Yearling Doe Dairy Goat - Milking 2 Year Old Doe Dairy Goat - Milking 3 - & under 5 yrs Dairy Goat - Milking 5 yrs or older DAIRY GOAT SHOWMANSHIP Senior – Grades 9+ Intermediate – Grades 6-8 Junior – Grades 3-5

MEAT GOAT MEAT GOAT BREEDING DOE Meat Goat - Senior Yearling Breeding Doe, registered or grade (never kidded) Meat Goat - Junior Yearling Breeding Doe, Registered or Grade (never kidded) Meat Goat – Fall Yearling Breeding Doe Meat Goat – Senior Meat Breeding Doe Kid Meat Goat – Junior Meat Breeding Doe Kid *NOTE: Pygmy Goats (all breeds) are classed as Meat Goats.

REQUIREMENTS: • Market animals must be a minimum of 40 pounds, but not to exceed a maximum of 110 pounds by State Fair.

• Market wethers must be disbudded/de-homed. Re-growth must not exceed one inch. Cut (sawed) off horns are not permitted.

• Market does may have horns.

• Meat breeding does and market does may have horns and they do not need to be capped or blunted.

RULES: *All market goats must be born between Dec. 1, 2021-April 30, 2022. * It is optional to clip the legs from the knee in the front, the hock in the back, down to the hoof line. * Note: For safety reasons, all market goats are preferred to be de-horned/disbudded. Re-growth must not exceed 1 inch. Meat breeding does and market does may have horns and they do not need to be capped or blunted. However, if an animal is deemed a safety concern at the discretion of the committee, additional safety measures may be required.

Goat Market *Members may show 3 individual market goats (any weight), one Junior Doe Kid and one Senior Doe Kid, and one per Yearling Meat Breeding Doe class. Allowed to bring a combination of 3 meat market and dairy market goats. You cannot exceed 2 of either specie.

Example: 1 meat market and 2 dairy market or 2 meat market and 1 dairy market.

REQUIREMENTS: • Market animals must be a minimum of 40 pounds, but not to exceed a maximum of 110 pounds by state Fair.

• Market wethers must be disbudded/de-horned. Re-growth must not exceed one inch. Cut (sawed) off horns are not permitted.

• Market does may have horns.

• Meat breeding does and market does may have horns and they do not need to be caped or blunted.

MARKET GOAT Meat Market Goat - Wether Meat Market Goat - Doe Dairy Market Goat - Wether Dairy Market Goat – Doe MEAT GOAT SHOWMANSHIP Senior – Grades 9+ Intermediate – Grades 6-8 Junior – Grades 3-5 GOAT COSTUME-DAIRY & MARKET Dress you & your goat up for this fun class. This class will be held during the Goat Show as the last class.

HORSE Tuesday at 12:00 pm Minis-Indoor Area first followed by big horses in Outdoor Arena SHOW SCHEDULE (tentative to changes) MINIATURE-Indoor Arena 1 Showmanship 2 Trail 3 Halter 2 & under 4 Halter 3 & older Winners of each class compete for GC Mini Halter 5 Liberty 6 Hunter 7 Jumper 8 Horse Driving TRAINING-Outdoor Arena 9 Horse Training-1st Year 10 Horse Training-2nd year CLOVERBUDS 11 Cloverbuds HALTER 12 Quarter 2 & under 13 Quarter 3 & older Winners of each class compete for GC Quarter 14 Paint 2 & under 15 Paint 3 & Older Winners of each class compete for GC Quarter 16 Other Breeds/Appaloosa/Arabian 2 & under 17 Other Breeds/Appaloosa/Arabian 3 & Older Winners of each class compete for GC OB/A/A 18 Grade Saddle 2 & under 19 Grade Saddle 3 & older Winners of each class compete for GC Grade 20 Ponies 2 & under 21 Ponies 3 & older Winners of each class compete for GC Ponies SHOWMANSHIP 22 Grades 9+ 23 Grades 6-8 24 Grades 3-5 HORSELESS HORSE 25 Horseless Horse-1st year 26 Horseless Horse-2nd year FUN CLASSES 27 Ride-a-buck 28 Costume 29 Pantyhose ENGLISH PERFORMANCE 30 English Pleasure 31 English Equitation WALK TROT 32 Walk Trot Western Horsemanship 33 Walk Trot Western Pleasure WESTERN PERFORMANCE 34 Western Horsemanship All Gaits Sr. 35 Western Horsemanship All Gaits Int. 36 Western Horsemanship All Gaits Jr. 37 Western Pleasure Sr. 38 Western Pleasure Int. 39 Western Pleasure Jr. RANCH PLEASURE 40 Ranch Horse Sr 41 Ranch Horse Int 42 Ranch Horse Jr 43 Ranch Horse Novice TRAIL CLASS 44 Trail EGG & SPOON 45 Egg & Spoon Sr. 46 Egg & Spoon Int. 47 Egg & Spoon Jr GAME CLASSES 48 Walk Trot Barrels 49 Barrel Race Sr.

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50 Barrel Race Int. 51 Barrel Race Jr. 52 Jumping Figure 8 Sr. 53 Jumping Figure 8 Int. 54 Jumping Figure 8 Jr 55 Walk Trot Poles 56 Poles Sr. 57 Poles Int. 58 Poles Jr. 59 Key Race Sr. 60 Key Race Int. 61 Key Race Jr. HORSE RELEASE TIME: FRIDAY, AUG. 5 - 9:00AM RULES: ALL 4-H MEMBERS MUST WEAR A HELMET! • Each 4-H member is required to own or lease (either alone or in partnership), one or more fillies, mares, geldings by May 15. This animal may be any age with the exception of stallions.

• It is the responsibility of the 4-Her to provide care, feeding, grooming, training, and exercising beginning no later than May 1.

• A 4-H record must be filled out on each animal and should start at the beginning of the project and be continuous.

• Horse Helmet Policy: • All 4-Hers participating in any 4-H sponsored mounted activity are required to wear properly fastened ASTM/SEI approved protective headgear. Helmet use is required when mounted. This policy also extends to 4-H volunteers when they are working with 4-H youth in a 4-H volunteer role during mounted activities.

• Additional information is listed in the 4-H Horse Showmanship Manual (purchase at the Extension Office or view on the MN 4-H Horse website.)

• Classes may be combined or split depending on the number of entries.

• Horses and ponies can be grade or registered.

• For safety, only mares and geldings will be allowed to show at 4-H events. (Weaning colts will be allowed.)

• A horse can be shown by one 4-H member only that earns points.

• Only one halter horse can be shown in each class.

Selection of State Horse Show Trip Winners: • The horse you won the state horse show trip on must go to the state show. You can’t substitute.

• The state horse show rules will allow you to only enter those classes that you won a blue in at the county fair with a trip horse.

• In case one 4-H member wins more than one high trip, the second trip will be awarded on the point system to next 4-Her. DRESS CODE: Showmanship at Halter - either Western or English clothes are permitted but they should be appropriate to the breed of horse shown and the tack used on that horse.

• Western - Must wear western boots; helmet; dress or western long sleeve shirt; dress or western pants or jeans; belt, vest, jacket or sweater optional.

• English - Either hunt or saddle seat attire, but no mixing of the two.

• Hunt seat - Clothing must be clean, neat and appropriate for hunter classes. Riders must wear coats, boots, breeches, and hunting caps.

Clean shirt with stock and pin or ratcatcher and choker are preferred.

The coat should be tweed of melton acceptable for hunting.

Breeches should be of traditional shades of buff, gray, rust, beige, or canary, and high English boots should be worn. Black, dark blue or brown hunt caps are required. Gloves are optional but should be of a heavy wash leather or brown leather.

• Saddle seat - Clothing must be neat, clean, and appropriate saddle seat attire (informal or formal). Riders shall wear a saddle suit attire or conservative solid coat with matching jodhpurs, tire, derby or soft hat, and jodhpur boots. Gloves are recommended.

PERFORMANCE CLASSES (equitation, horsemanship, pleasure, ranch pleasure & trail) • Western - Must wear western boots; (helmet when mounted on horse) (western hat when on ground); dress or western long-sleeved shirt; western pants or jeans and belt. Vest; jacket or sweater are optional. Chaps optional, at judges discretion.

• English - Either hunt or saddle seat attire, but no mixing of the two.

• Hunt seat - see above • Saddle seat - see above • You are under 4-H rules until midnight (early Friday morning).

County Fair Rules: • All 4-H horse exhibitors must register on Monday of fair.

• Back numbers will be given out on Monday of fair.

• Stall assignments will be posted on Monday of fair.

• All 4-H horses will be stalled by clubs. Location will be different than open class stalling assignments. A stalling request card MUST be completed and returned with pre-entry indicating the number of horses needing stall space.

• All horses MUST be stalled by 5-10 pm Monday night or by 11 AM on Tuesday.

• Members may show only one horse in each class. Classes will be combined if numbers are low.

• Your club will be judged on herdsmanship.

• Members will be responsible for cleaning and disinfecting their own stall quarters.

• 4-Hers must also provide their own bedding (no straw).

• 4-H members must follow appropriate tack requirements.

Refer to the Minnesota 4-H Horse Project Website.

• In the case of a tie in points (other than the automatic trip allotment), the oldest 4-H member will win the trip.

• Any trips over automatics that the county is eligible for will be determined on high points garnered by one 4-H member at either the game show or the pleasure show.

NOTE - the points are made on only one horse, one rider, combined.

GAME CLASSES - Must wear western boots, helmet; dress or western long sleeve shirt; western pants or jeans and belt. Vest; jacket or sweater are optional; chaps optional.

CLOVERBUD HORSE HORSE POSTER Horse - Poster, Grades 9+ Horse - Poster, Grades 6-8 Horse - Poster, Grades 3-5 REQUIREMENTS: Horse Helmet Policy: All 4-Hers participating in any 4-H sponsored mounted activity are required to wear properly fastened ASTM/SEI approved protective headgear. Helmet use is required when mounted. This policy also extends to 4-H volunteers when they are working with 4-H youth in a 4-H volunteer role during mounted activities.

Additional information can be found on the Horse project page (z.umn.edu/4HHorseProject) • Classes may be combined or split depending on the number of entries.

HORSE TRAINING Horse - Training Steps 1 - 6 HORSE RELATED Judging for this project is on Monday August 1, during the static judging in 4-H Exhibit Building.

Horse- Horse Related, Grades 6+ Horse - Horse Related, Grades 3-5 Requirement: • Must be enrolled in the Horse project to exhibit in this division • Exhibits may be a model, poster, scrapbook, essay, and/or article. The exhibit should show or explain something the 4-H member has made, done, or learned in the project.

• Exhibits are conference judged with the exhibitor present.

HORSELESS HORSE Horse - Horseless Horse, Grades 6+ Horse - Horseless Horse, Grades 3-5 Requirement: • Exhibits may be a model, poster, scrapbook, essay, and/or article. The exhibit should show or explain something the 4-H member has made, done, or learned in the project. Exhibits are conference judged with the exhibitor present.

HALTER Quarter Horse (Registered and Grade) 2 year old and under mares and geldings

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3 year old and over mares and geldings Paint Horse (Registered and Grade) 2 year old and under mares and geldings 3 year old and over mares and geldings Any Other Breed (Registered and Grade) 2 year old and under mares and geldings 3 year old and under mares and geldings Poines (Registered and Grade) 2 year old and under mares and geldings 3 year old and over mares and geldings PERFORMANCE – WESTERN HORSEMANSHIP Senior (grades 9-12+) except ponies Intermediate (grades 6-8) except ponies Junior (grades 3-5) except ponies Ponies (56” and under) all ages PERFORMANCE – WESTERN PLEASURE – ALL BREEDS Senior (grades 9-12+) except ponies Intermediate (grades 6-8) except ponies Junior (grades 3-5) except ponies Ponies (56” and under) all ages RANCH HORSE Ranch grades 9+ Ranch grades 6-8 Ranch grades 3-5 Ranch, Novice HORSELESS HORSE Horseless Horse Grades 6+ Horseless Horse Grades 3-5 WALK-TROT CLASS – IS ONLY WALK TROT Optional class open to any age rider. Rider cannot enter any other 3 gaited Performance class, Western or English. Ribbons will be awarded, but no premiums or points will be awarded.

Walk Trot Horsemanship PERFORMANCE – ENGLISH PLEASURE English Pleasure (all ages) PERFORMANCE – ENGLISH EQUITATION English Equitation (all ages) MINIATURES SHOWMANSHIP Miniature Showmanship 2 & under Miniature Showmanship 3 & over TRAIL Miniature Trail 2 & under Miniature Trail 3 & over HUNTER Miniature Hunter 2 & under Miniature Hunter 3 & Over JUMPER Miniature Jumper 2 & under Miniature Jumper 3 & over LIBERTY Miniature Liberty 2 & under Miniature Liberty 3 & over HORSE DRIVING Miniature Horse Drive 2 & under Miniature Horse Drive 3 & over TRAIL CLASS Trail (all ages) EGG & SPOON Senior (grades 9-12+) Intermediate (grades 6-8) Junior (grades 3-5) GYMKANA Barrel Race Senior (grades 9-12+) Barrel Race Intermediate (grades 6-8) Barrel Race Junior (grades 3-5) Walk Trot Barrels Pole Weaving Senior (grades 9-12+) Pole Weaving Intermediate (grades 6-8) Pole Weaving Junior (grades 3-5) Walk Trot Poles Key Race Senior (grades 9-12+)

Key Race Intermediate (grades 6-8) Key Race Junior (grades 3-5) Jumping Figure 8 Senior (grades 9-12+) Jumping Figure 8 Intermediate (grades 6-8) Jumping Figure 8 Junior (grades 3-5) HORSE SHOWMANSHIP Senior (grades 9-12+) Intermediate (grades 6-8) Junior (grades 3-5)

LLAMA/ALPACA SHOW SCHEDULE Friday at 12:00 Noon 1. Cloverbuds 2. Public Relations 9+ 3. Public Relations 6-8 4. Public Relations 3-5 5. Showmanship 9+ 6. Showmanship 6-8 7. Showmanship 3-5 8. Obstacle 9+ 9. Obstacle 6-8 10. Obstacle 3-5 11. Costume Birthdates 4-H Llama-Alpaca Projects must be born prior to January 1, 2022.

Gender: • No sexually intact male above 18 months is eligible for exhibition.

• 4-H Llama/Alpaca projects must be born prior to January 1, 2022 • No companion animals (no buddies and no nursing mother’s allowed) Class/Lot Public Relations – required Public Relations Junior (grade 3-5) Public Relations Intermediate (grade 6-8) Public Relations Senior (grade 9+) Obstacle – required Obstacle Junior (grade 3-5) Obstacle Intermediate (grade 6-8) Obstacle Senior (grade 9+) COSTUME – OPTIONAL Costume All Grades Showmanship Showmanship Junior (grade 3-5) Showmanship Intermediate (grade 6-8) Showmanship Senior (grade 9+) CLOVERBUD LLAMA/ALPACA Cloverbud Showmanship Cloverbud Costume Cloverbud Poster LLAMA/ALPACA POSTER (bring to check-in) LLAMA/ALPACA RELEASE TIME SUNDAY, AUGUST 7 – after parade of champions.

LIVESTOCK DEMONSTRATIONS (Judging will be done at County Fair – sign up at Livestock Office at Fairgrounds) Grades 9+ - Individual Grades 9+ - Team Grades 6-8 – Individual Grades 6-8 – Team Grades 3-5 – Individual Grades 3-5 – Team

POULTRY Friday at 1:00pm SHOW SCHEDULE POULTRY RELEASE TIME: Sunday, Aug. 7 after parade of champions.

1.Cloverbuds 10. Trips - State Fair

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2. Egg Production 1. Pigeons 3. Chicken Meat Pens 12. Doves 4. Chicken Breeding Pens 13. Pigeons - State Fair

Large 14. Guineas

Bantams 15. Showmanship 5. Duck Meat Pens Senior 6. Duck Breeding Pens Intermediate 7. Turkey Meat Pens Junior 8. Turkey Breeding Pens 9. Geese Breeding Pens Rules: • Members must care and feed their own exhibit at the county fair.

• Each family MUST sign up for a 3 hour security shift - sign up on Tuesday when you arrive with your poultry.

• Suggested Dress Code: T-shirts or long sleeve (white if showing colored birds; colored if showing white birds), jeans, or pants. NO shorts.

Requirements: - Poultry exhibited must be of this year’s hatch, (except advanced classes). All, except waterfowl and pigeons, must have a health certificate.

- Breeding classes will be judged on breed characteristics using the American Standard of Perfection as a guide.

CHICKENS Chickens - Market pen of two males or two females Chickens - Breeding pen of one male & two females Chickens - Bantam Breeding pen of one male & two females Chickens - Egg production pen of two pullets, White egg layers Chickens - Egg production pen of two pullets, Brown egg layers DUCKS Ducks - Market pen of two males or two females Ducks - Breeding pen of one male & two females Ducks - Bantam Breeding pen of one male & two females GEESE Geese - Market pen of two males or two females Geese - Breeding pen of one male & two females TURKEYS - Domestic only Turkeys - Domestic Only - Market pen of two males or two females Turkeys - Domestic Only - Breeding pen of one male & two females GUINEA Use the following Classes, with the Divisions to indicate the type of your project animal(s). Note: ONLY Pearls, Whites and Lavender breeds can be shown: Guinea - Market pen of two males or two females - same breed Guinea - Breeding pen of one male & two females - same breed DOVES Doves - Purebred breeding pair PIGEONS Pigeons - Utility, 1 Breeding Pair Pigeons - Utility, 1 Young bird Male or Female, 1 young bird, this year band Pigeons - Fancy, 1 Breeding Pair Pigeons - Fancy, Young bird Male or Female, 1 young bird, this year band Pigeons - Flying, 1 Breeding Pair Pigeons - Flying, Young bird Male or Female, 1 young bird, this year band POULTRY SHOWMANSHIP Grades 9+ - Senior Grades 6-8 – Intermediate Grades 3-5 – Junior POULTRY POSTER Poultry Poster - Educational or promotional poster may be selected to advance to the state fair. See state fair poster requirements under poultry information.

RABBITS Tuesday at 5:00 p.m.

RABBIT RELEASE TIME: Sunday, Aug 7 after parade of champions SHOW SCHEDULE

1. Cloverbuds 7. Intermediate Does 2. Market Single Fryers 8. Junior Bucks 3. Market Meat Pens 9. Junior Does 4. Senior Bucks 10. State Fair Trips 5. Senior Does 11. Championships 6. Intermediate Bucks 12. Showmanship

Master

Senior

Intermediate

Junior Suggested Dress Code: Long sleeve (because of scratching), white shirt and pants or jeans.

RULES: All breeding rabbits must be identified (tattooed) in the left ear and a record kept prior to May 15. Single fryers and meat pens (market) must be identified (tattooed) in the left ear prior to July 15. Single fryers and meat pens must be less than 70 days old and weigh 3 ½ -5 ½ pounds.

• All market fryers and meat pens are to come from does owned by the exhibitor and on their property by May 15. All fryers are to be raised and owned and on their property by the member. A single fryer may be from the pen of three. Separate records must be kept on each project • Judging will be based on health and vigor, uniformity of development, coat, condition and degree of fleshing. Standard recognized breed characteristics will be considered in judging breeding classes.

• All breeds recognized by the American Rabbit Breeders Association (ARBA) are eligible and will be judged according to ARBA standards.

• All breeds have a junior and senior class. Large breeds have an intermediate class as well.

• Was new in 2011: May exhibit 2 entries per class. Not to exceed 10 rabbits per exhibitor. This includes breeding and market.

• All rabbits MUST be purebred and NOT crossbred.

Requirements: - All breeds recognized by the American Rabbit Breeders Association are eligible. Rabbits will be judged according to ARBA standards.

- Each rabbit must be permanently tattooed in the left ear for identification purposes RABBIT SMALL BREEDS Rabbit - Small Breed Senior Buck over 6 months of age Rabbit - Small Breed Senior Doe over 6 months of age Rabbit - Small Breed Junior Buck under 6 months of age Rabbit - Small Breed Junior Doe under 6 months of age 4 Class (small) rabbit breeds include Dutch, Florida White, Holland Lop, Jersey Wooly, Mini Lop, Mini Rex, Netherland Dwarf, Polish, Rex, American Fuzzy Lop, American Sable, Dwarf Hotot, English Angora, French Angora, Satin Angora, Belgian Hare, Britannia Petite, Standard Chinchilla, English Spot, Harlequin, Havana, Himalayan, Lilac, Lion Head, Rhinelander, Silver, Silver Marten, Thrianta and Tan. RABBIT LARGE BREEDS Rabbit - Large Breed Senior Buck over 8 months of age Rabbit - Large Breed Senior Doe over 8 months of age Rabbit - Large Breed Intermediate Buck 6 - 8 months of age Rabbit - Large Breed Intermediate Doe 6 - 8 months of age Rabbit - Large Breed Junior Buck under 6 months of age Rabbit - Large Breed Junior Doe under 6 months of age 6 Class (large) rabbit breeds include New Zealand, Satin, American Giant Angora, Belgian Hare, Bevern, Californian, Champagne D’argent, Checkered Giant, American Chinchilla, Giant Chinchilla, Cinnamon, Crème Dargent, Flemish Giant, French Lop, Hotot, English Lop, Palomino and Silver Fox. Requirements: • All breeds recognized by the American Rabbit Breeders Association are eligible. Rabbits will be judged according to ARBA standards.

• Each rabbit must be permanently tattooed in the left ear for identification purposes.

RUNNING BREEDS Senior Buck over 8 months of age Senior Doe over 8 months of age Intermediate Buck 6-8 months of age

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Intermediate Doe 6-8 months of age Junior Buck under 6 months of age Junior Doe under 6 months of age Requirements: Breeding Rabbit requirements apply to Running Breeds Running Breeds include Checkered Giant, English Spot, Rhinelander and Tan MARKET RABBIT Rabbit - Single Fryer, 3 ½ to 5 ½ pounds, not over 70 days old Rabbit - Pen of three fryers, 3 ½ to 5 ½ pounds, not over 70 days old RABBIT SHOWMANSHIP Rabbit Master Showmanship – 4-Her’s who have won senior Rabbit Showmanship Senior – grades 9+ Rabbit Showmanship Intermediate - grades 6-8 Rabbit Showmanship Junior – grades 3-5 RABBIT POSTER - (bring to check-in) Grades 9+ Grades 6-8 Grades 3-5 Rabbit Poster – Educational or promotional poster may be selected to advance to the state Fair. See state fair poster requirements under rabbit information.

SHEEP Wednesday at 5:00 p.m.

SHOW SCHEDULE 1. Cloverbud Lamb Lead 2. Lamb Lead 3. Cloverbud Sheep 4. 1st Year Sheep Exhibitors Recognized 5. Purebred Ewes 6. Commercial Ewes (all grades) 7. Yearling Wether Dam 8. Wether Dam Lamb 9. Champion & State Fair Lineup of Breeding 10. Market Wethers & Market Ewes –White-Speckled-Black (all will be judged in evenly distributed weight classes) 11. Championships 12. State Fair Lineup 13. Showmanship Senior 9+ grades Intermediate 6-8 grades Junior 3-5 grades SHEEP RELEASE TIME: SUNDAY, AUGUST 7 after parade of champions Rules: All Sheep including breeding ewes, market ewes (any age) and market wethers need to be tagged with an official scrapie premise tag with unique serial number. These official tags can be ordered from the MN Board of Animal Health. These official tags are in addition to the MN 4-H ID Tag. No health papers are required for the County Fair or State Fair 4-H Sheep Show. 4-H families purchasing lambs will want to make sure the animals have a scrapies tag.

BIRTH DATES: January Ewe Lamb Born in January of current Year February Ewe Lamb Born in February of current Year March Ewe Lamb Born in March of current Year Yearling Ewe Born on or after January 1 of previous year and must not show evidence of four permanent incisors.

Market Lamb Born on or after December 1 of previous year BREEDING EWE Sheep - Registered Yearling Ewe Sheep - Registered January Ewe Lamb Sheep - Registered February Ewe Lamb Sheep - Registered March Ewe Lamb Sheep - Commercial Yearling Ewe Sheep - Commercial January Ewe Lamb Sheep - Commercial February Ewe Lamb Sheep - Commercial March Ewe Lamb

Sheep - Wether Dam Ewe Lamb Sheep - Wether Dam Yearling Ewe MARKET LAMB Market Lamb - Speckle Face Market Lamb - Black Face Market Lamb - White Face MARKET SHEEP Rules: • No drenching allowed • Market wethers must be castrated or banded prior to May 16.

• Market lambs must be born on or after December 1 of the previous year.

• It is recommended that all market lambs be shorn sometime in June and re-shorn within one week of show.

• All lambs are to be weighed dry and clean without blankets or halters and must be slick shorn.

• Both wether and ewe lambs are eligible for State Fair.

• Members may show up to 6 market lambs, a maximum of 2 can be each color – 2 black face, 2 white, 2 speckled. There will also be a white face market lamb class and a speckle face (brockle) market lamb class.

• In the speckle face market lamb class, lambs must show evidence of white and black face breeding. It is recommended that the lamb has at least 35% white on the face, head, neck, and evidence of white on the legs. Final classification will be determined at weigh-in on Tuesday of Fair. There must be a minimum of three speckle face lambs to have a separate class. If this minimum is not met, lambs will be shown in the black face class.

Requirements: - Recommended minimum weight for State Fair is 105 pounds; required maximum weight is 170 pounds. Market animals exceeding the maximum weight will not be eligible for State Fair.

Class (Max of 6) 2 max of each color: Market Lamb - Speckle Face (2 exhibits max) Market Lamb - Black Face (2 exhibits max) Market Lamb - White Face (2 exhibits max)

CLOVERBUD SHEEP

Grades 9+ - Senior Grades 6-8 - Intermediate Grades 3-5 - Junior

LAMB LEAD Wednesday at 5:00 pm Lamb Lead interviews will be held in Livestock Office early afternoon on Wednesday (sign up sheet will be in Livestock Office on Tuesday.)

Cloverbuds Grades 9+ Grades 6-8 Grades 3-5 REQUIREMENTS: • Lamb lead exhibitors must groom and train a sheep and must wear a garment made from at least 70% wool. Garment is defined as a piece of clothing covering a main part of your body (not socks or accessories).

• Exhibitors will be judged based on project knowledge, poise, their outfit, and their lamb.

- Classes may be combined depending on number of entrants RULES: • Exhibitors must use one of their own 4-H Lambs exhibited at the 2022 Freeborn County Fair.

• Exhibitors must groom and train his/her own animal.

• Exhibitors need to pre-enter plus complete an information form.

• Completed information forms must be on file in the 4-H Livestock Office by 12 noon on entry day (Tuesday).

• Exhibitors must wear a garment made from at least 70% wool.

• Any member may enter this class at the State Fair provided they have completed the sixth grade and are exhibiting a 4-H lamb at the 2022 Minnesota State fair and won a trip with their lamb at county fair.

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REQUIREMENTS: - Lamb lead exhibitors must groom and train a sheep and must wear a garment made from at least 70% wool. Exhibitors will be judged based on project knowledge, poise, their outfit, and their lamb.

- Classes may be combined depending on number of entrants NOTE: 4-H’ers who participate in Lamb Lead at the State Fair will receive a $30 cash award, provided by the Minnesota Livestock Breeders’ Association (MLBA). These payments are made in October.

4-H’ers must be grade eligible to participate at the State Fair.

and market gilts weighing less than 220 pounds will show in their own class “Super Lightweights” and those 301 pounds and over will show in their own class “Super Heavyweights” and will be eligible for blue, red or white ribbons and are not eligible for champions at State Fair.

SWINE SHOWMANSHIP Swine Showmanship – Senior – Grades 9+ Swine Showmanship – Intermediate – Grades 6-8 Swine Showmanship – Junior – Grades 3-5

SCIENCE OF ANIMALS EDUCATIONAL EXHIBITS

SWINE Wednesday at 8:00 am SHOW SCHEDULE

1. Cloverbuds 2. Breeding Gilts 3. Market Gilts (light to heavy) 4. Market Barrows Purebred 5. Market Barrows (light to heavy) 6. Market Pen of 3 7. Championships 8. State Fair Lineup 9. Showmanship Senior Intermediate Junior

SWINE RELEASE TIME: Sunday, August 7 after parade of champions MARKET SWINE Rules: Members may exhibit two individual market hogs (either sex - 2 barrows, 2 gilts or 1 barrow and 1 gilt). Members may exhibit a 3rd market animal provided it is a purebred barrow with registration papers. In addition 4-Hers may show a swine market pen of 3.

• 4-Hers will be allowed to show 2 barrows in the Gateway Show if the 4-Her shows 2 barrows in the 4-H Show. They may also exhibit their individual barrow or gilts & Pen of 3 in the FFA swine show.

• Recommended farrowing dates of pigs should be after February 1, 2022.

• Awards are based on the market quality of the hogs at the time of showing.

• Market barrows and gilts will be eligible to compete at the State Fair. Market Gilt Division winner selected, a Market Barrow Division winner and a Purebred Market Barrow Division winner.

Only these 3 pigs will come back for the Championship drive, with the 2nd place pig in that division to be considered for RC Pig. Only the Champion & Reserve Champion Overall Market Pigs and the Champion Pen of 3 will be in the 4-H Livestock Auction Sale of Champions.

• Once a gilt has been shown as a market animal at the County Fair, it cannot be shown as a breeding animal at the State Fair or vice versa.

• All hogs must be properly identified with universal notches in both ears and have an official MN State 4-H identification to be eligible for Champion or Reserve, or State Fair.

BIRTH DATES: January Gilt Born in January of current year February Gilt Born in February of current year March Gilt Born in March of current year Market Barrow Born on or after January 1 of current year.

Recommended farrow date of February 1 or after.

Market Gilt Born on or after January 1 of current year.

Recommended farrow date of February 1 or after.

MARKET BARROW/MARKET GILT Swine - Market Barrow (2 exhibits) Swine – Market Barrow Purebred Swine - Market Gilt (2 exhibits) Swine - Market Pen of 3 BREEDING GILTS Swine - Registered January Gilt Swine - Registered February Gilt Swine - Registered March Gilt Swine - Commercial January Gilt Swine - Commercial February Gilt Swine - Commercial March Gilt REQUIREMENTS: Recommended minimum weight for State Fair is 220 pounds; maximum State Fair weight is 300. Market barrows

Exhibits will be on display in the corresponding barn that animal specie is housed in.

HEALTH/BREEDING/PRODUCTION EXHIBIT Beef Poultry Dairy Rabbit Goat-Dairy Sheep Goat-Meat Swine **Champion & Reserve Champion Ribbon** ZOONOTICS EXHIBIT Beef Poultry Dairy Rabbits Goat-Dairy Sheep Goat-Meat Swine **Champion & Reserve Champion Ribbon** OTHER Beef Poultry Dairy Rabbits Goat-Dairy Sheep Goat-Meat Swine **Champion & Reserve Champion Ribbon** EXHIBIT SUGGESTIONS: • Items constructed (such as feeding systems or show equipment) or science exhibits focusing on one of the four divisions listed above.

• These projects may be enhanced with 3-dimensional displays, posters or notebooks State Fair trips will be available. Exhibits will be judged during Livestock Weekend and 4-H’ers may exhibit both an animal and a Science of Animal Educational Exhibit. NOTE: Llama/Alpaca, Poultry and Rabbit promotional and educational posters are an exhibit item at the state level and may be entered as a poster in each respective area.

DOG AGILITY Dog Agility Show: Saturday, July 24 at 9:00am Freeborn County Fairgrounds SHOW SCHEDULE 1. Advanced 2. Senior 3. Intermediate 4. Elementary 5. Beginner 6. Limited Agility 7. Pre-Agility 8. Jumpers 3 9. Jumpers 2 10. Jumpers 1B 11. Jumpers 1A 12. Limited Jumpers Dog Agility is patterned after equestrian show jumping and combines the elements of a dog’s agility, briskness, confidence and a handler’s control over an obstacle course designed for dogs. It is a fun sport with great spectator appeal.

RULES: • Refer to Minnesota 4-H Dog Project Guide, Minnesota 4-H Dog Agility Rules and Guidelines, and Freeborn County 4-H Dog Project Member Letter.

• Affidavit and Vaccination Verification Form for each 4-H’er and dog team must be entered into 4HOnline in order to show.

• Dog/Handler team must have earned a minimum obedience score of 170 or higher at a county or state 4-H dog show or

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completed 2 years of obedience training with the same dog.

(See rules and guidelines for other ways to begin agility).

• Dogs must be a minimum of 12 months old to begin agility training. It is recommended that larger breeds be at least 18 months old.

• ALL participants must have completed 6 trainings to be eligible to show.

• Dogs will be brought for the show and returned home immediately after the show.

PRE-AGILITY (COUNTY LEVEL ONLY – NOT A STATE DOG SHOW CLASS) First year dog project members may participate in this class without needing to me the Beginner class prerequisites. This is a simple “S” or “U” (horseshoe) shaped course. A total of 6-8 obstacles will be used: A-frame flat on the ground, pause box, pipe tunnel(s), and hurdles. The standard course time is 60 seconds. All dogs are shown lon leash while wearing a flat buckle collar.

BEGINNER This course is a simple “S”, “M”, or “U” (horseshoe) shaped course. A total of 10 obstacles are used: A-frame, pause table, pipe tunnel(s), and hurdles. The standard course time is 60 seconds. All dogs are shown on leash while wearing a flat buckle collar. A dog with a leg toward any agility title is ineligible. Members may show at this level until achieving 5 or fewer faults in competition and then must advance to the next level (Elementary) the following year.

ELEMENTARY This course is a simple “S”, “M”, or “U” (horseshoe) shaped course. A total of 10 obstacles are used: A-frame, pause table, pipe tunnel(s), hurdles and tire jump. The standard course time is 60 seconds.

All dogs are shown off leash; handler may decide if the dog is shown with or without a flat buckle collar. A dog with a leg toward a UDSAA Intro or Starters, NADAC Novice, CPE Level 1, TDAA Beginner, DOCNA Beginner, UKC UAG1, and level of UKI, AKC Novice agility title, or a handler having earned a USDAA Junior Handler Program (UJHP) Elementary Certificate with the current dog is ineligible. Members must show at this level until achieving 5 or fewer faults in competition and then must advance to the next level (Intermediate) the following year.

INTERMEDIATE This course is slightly more challenging than a figure 8. A total of 12-14 obstacles are used: A-frame, pause table, pipe tunnel(s), hurdles, dog walk, tire jump, long jump, and 5-6 weave poles. The standard course time is 60 seconds. All dogs are shown off leash; handler may decide if the dog is shown with or without a flat buckle collar. A dog with a leg toward a UDSAA Intro or Starters, NADAC Novice, CPE Level 2, TDAA Beginner, DOCNA Beginner, UKC UAG1, and level of UKI, AKC Novice agility title, or a handler having earned a USDAA Junior Handler Program (UJHP) Intermediate Certificate with the current dog is ineligible. Members must show at this level until achieving 5 or fewer faults in competition and then must advance to the next level (Senior) the following year.

SENIOR This course is slightly more challenging than a figure 8. A total of 13-15 obstacles are used: A-frame, pause table, pipe tunnel(s), hurdles, dog walk, tire jump, long jump, 5-6 weave poles, see saw, 1 one-bar jump, and double jump. The standard course time is computed at 2 yards per second, but not exceeding 75 seconds.

Dogs are shown with no collar or leash. A dog who has earned any of these titles is ineligible for this class: UDSAA Starters, NADAC Novice, CPE Level 3, TDAA Intermediate, DOCNA Beginner, UKC UAG1, and level of UKI, AKC Novice agility title, or a USDAA Junior Handler Program (UJHP) Senior Certificate with the current dog is ineligible. Members must show at this level until achieving 5 or fewer faults in competition and then may advance to the next level (Advanced) the following year or have the option to stay at this level for a maximum of three years of 5 faults of less. After the third year of 5 faults or less, members must advance to the next level (Advanced) the following year.

ADVANCED This course must cross its own path 2-3 times. A total of 16-20 obstacles are used: A-frame, pause table, pipe tunnel(s) (may be placed under contact obstacles), hurdles, dog walk, tire jump, 10-12 weave poles, see saw, one-bar jump, double jump and triple jump or long jump. The standard course time is computed by the judge according to the dog’s jump height, number of 90-degree turns on course, and weather conditions. Dogs are shown with no collar or leash. This class is for dogs and handlers who have earned a blue ribbon in one or more years in the 4-H Senior agility class, or are competing in USDAA Advanced, NADAC Open, AKC Excellent

level, or farther in any of the other venues. A dog and handler may remain at this level indefinitely.

LIMITED AGILITY This class is for dogs and/or handlers that are challenged to compete in regular agility due to a physical or mental restriction.

The condition may be a permanent or temporary condition. This course is a simple “S”, “M”, or “U” (horseshoe) shaped course. A total of 10 obstacles are used: A-frame, pause box, pipe tunnel(s), and hurdles. The standard course time is 75 seconds. Dogs in this class may be shown on or off leash; if off leash the handler may decide if the dog is shown with or without a flat buckle collar.

JUMPERS 1A The course design may cross a maximum of twice, and may include a maximum of two side changes. A total of 10-13 obstacles are used (including obstacles taken multiple times): Hurdles and 1-3 pipe tunnels. The standard course time is 50 seconds. All dogs are shown on leash while wearing a flat buckle collar. A dog with a leg toward a Jumpers agility title is ineligible. A score of 5 or fewer faults is required to move to the next level (Jumpers 1B) the following year.

JUMPERS 1B The course design may cross a maximum of twice, and may include a maximum of two side changes. A total of 10-13 obstacles are used (including obstacles taken multiple times): Hurdles and 1-3 pipe tunnels. The standard course time is 50 seconds. All dogs are shown off leash; handler may decide if the dog is shown with or without a flat buckle collar. A dog with a leg toward a Jumpers agility title is ineligible. Members must show at this level until achieving 5 or fewer faults in competition and then must advance to the next level (Jumpers 2) the following year or have the option to stay at this level for a maximum of three years of 5 faults of less. After the third year of 5 faults or less, members must advance to the next level (Jumpers 2) the following year.

JUMPERS 2 The course design may cross 2-3 times and will require 2-4 handler side changes. A total of 13-16 obstacles are used (including any obstacle taken twice): Hurdles, 1-3 pipe tunnels, tire jump, 1 one-bar jump, and double jump. The standard course time is computed by the judge according to the dog’s jump height. All dogs are shown off leash; handler may decide if the dog is shown with or without a flat buckle collar. A dog who has earned any of these titles is ineligible for this class: USDAA Starters Jumpers, NADAC Novice Jumpers, CPE Level 3 Jumpers, DOCNA Intern Jumpers, any level of UKI jumping or an AKC-Novice JWW title. Members must show at this level until achieving 5 or fewer faults in competition and then must advance to the next level (Jumpers 3) the following year or have the option to stay at this level for a maximum of three years of 5 faults of less. After the third year of 5 faults or less, members must advance to the next level (Jumpers 3) the following year.

JUMPERS 3 The course design will include 2-4 crossing patterns and unlimited handler side changes. A total of 16 -20 obstacles are used (including any obstacles take twice): Hurdles, one-bar jump, double bar jump, tire jump, triple jump and 1-3 pipe tunnels. The standard course time is computed by the judge according to the dog’s jump height.

All dogs are shown with no collar or leash. Dogs may compete in this level indefinitely.

LIMITED JUMPERS This class is for participants in the Limited Agility Class. The course design may cross a maximum of twice, and may include a maximum of two side changes. A total of 10-13 obstacles are used (including any obstacles taken twice): hurdles and 1-3 pipe tunnels.

The standard course time is 60 seconds. Dogs may be shown on or off leash; if off leash the handler may decide if the dog is shown with or without a flat buckle collar.

DOG OBEDIENCE DOG SHOW: Sunday, July 25 at 1:00 pm Freeborn County Fairgrounds REQUIREMENTS: A dog may be shown in the dog show or the pet show, not both!

• 4-Hers - 3rd grade and up are eligible for county and state dog show.

4-Hers shall exhibit in the classes corresponding to the level of training they and their dog have received. Additional information, class requirements, and rules/regulations can be found in the Minnesota 4-H Agility, Obedience, Rally and Showmanship rules and guidelines (four separate publications) available on the MN 4-H

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dog project website (z.umn.edu/mn4hdogproject).

All dogs must be vaccinated according to the requirements listed on the MN 4-H Dog Project ID Affidavit and Vaccination Form.

DOG OBEDIENCE Obedience is a sport in which the 4-H dog and handler team is judged against an objective standard of performance; while learning to communicate with each other. It requires good sportsmanship both in the show ring as well as outside of the show ring. It is a sport in which each successive level requires additional skills. At its earliest levels, the skills required are those of a well-behaved family pet and companion in public. At its top levels, the dog is directed to jump, sit, down, and come with only hand signals from across the ring. Several years and many hours of practice are between these two extremes. Obedience is a supportive sport that the 4-H’er can enjoy throughout their lifetime.

RULES: • Refer to Minnesota 4-H Dog Project Guide, Minnesota 4-H Dog Obedience Rules and Guidelines, and Freeborn County 4-H Dog Project Member Letter.

• Affidavit and Vaccination Verification Form for each 4-H’er and dog team must be entered into 4HOnline in order to show.

• Foundation, Beginner and Graduate Beginner participants must have completed 8 trainings to be eligible to show with their regular class.

• Dogs will be brought for the show and returned home immediately after the show.

CANINE APPRECIATION For Cloverbuds (Kindergarten through Second grade as of September 1st of the current year) and qualifying 4-H members.

This class introduces the different aspects of the dog project: care, grooming, and basic manners. 4-Hers will have the opportunity to perform a heeling pattern and other pre-beginner exercises.

Questions will be asked on care, grooming, and anatomy of the dog. Cloverbuds are required to have a responsible person (parent, youth leader, or screened adult volunteer) in control of the dog at all times and that person may never turn the control over to the Cloverbud. All judging is done individually; no group judging. 4-H members’ eligibility is determined by trainers/program coordinators discretion. Participation only – no state show trips.

FOUNDATION CLASS A 4-H’er and/or dog in the first year of training. The dog may participate in this class only once during its 4-H career. A dog entering this class with more than ten (10) weeks of training in an organized class prior to enrolling in Foundation level 4-H training classes is ineligible. A dog with one leg of an AKC-PCD, AKC-CD or and AKC-BN obedience title (or equivalent) or Rally RN title (or equivalent) is ineligible. The dog will move to Beginner the following year. Exercises include: Heel of leash, Figure eight on leash, Sit for exam on leash in heel position, Grooming, Recall on leash – no finish, and Sit stay – handler goes to the end of 6-foot leash, turns to face dog, and stays for 10 seconds and returns to dog.

BEGINNER A dog with previous experience in an organized training class of 11-19 weeks OR a dog that completed the Foundation class the previous year OR a dog that received a red or white ribbon the previous year in the Beginner class. A dog with one leg of an AKCPCD or AKC-CD obedience title (or equivalent) or Rally RN title (or equivalent) is ineligible. Upon receiving a blue ribbon or at the end of two years, the 4-H’er and dog must move to the Graduate Beginner class. Exercises include: Heal on leash and Figure eight on leash, Stand for exam on leash in heel position, Grooming, Recall on leash – with finish (no penalty for stepping back), Down on command – heel position – a count of 5 by the judge, and Sit Stay – handler goes to end of 20 foot line, stops, turns and faces the dog for 10 seconds, and returns around dog.

GRADUATE BEGINNER For a 4-H’er and his/her dog that has received a blue ribbon in previous class or who wish to enter because of previous training.

A dog with one leg of an AKC-PDC or AKC-CD obedience title (or equivalent) is ineligible. A 4-H’er and dog may participate in this class until receiving a blue ribbon at the county or state show level.

Exercises include: Heal on leash and Figure eight on leash, Stand for exam on leash – go to the end of the leash, Grooming, Heel free

(leash over either shoulder), Recall off leash (take leash with you) with finish, Sit stay – place the leash beside your dog – handler walks in a T pattern, and Down stay – place the leash beside your dog – handler walks in a T pattern.

NOVICE For a 4-H’er and his/her dog that has received a blue ribbon in previous class or who wish to enter because of previous training. A dog with and AKC-CD obedience title (or equivalent) is ineligible. A 4-H’er and dog may participate in this class until receiving a blue ribbon at the county or state show level. Exercises include: Heel on leash and Figure eight on leash, Stand for exam off leash, Heel free, Recall off leash with finish, Group long sit – place the leash beside your dog – 1 minute, and Group long down – place the leash beside your dog – 3 minutes.

GRADUATE NOVICE For a 4-H’er and his/her dog that has received a blue ribbon in previous class or who wish to enter because of previous training.

A dog with one leg of and AKC-PCDX, AKC-GN, or AKC-CDX obedience title (or equivalent) is ineligible. A 4-H’er and dog may participate in this class until receiving a blue ribbon at the county or state show level. Exercises include: Heel on leash, Heel free and Figure eight off leash, Moving drop on recall, Dumbbell Fetch – 1 minute to have dog take the dumbbell, Recall over high jump, Recall over broad jump, Group long sit – place the leash beside your dog – 2 minutes out of sight, and Group long down – place the leash beside your dog – 3 minutes out of sight.

PRE-OPEN For a 4-H’er and his/her dog that has received a blue ribbon in previous class or who wish to enter because of previous training.

A dog with one leg of an AKC-PCDX or AKC-CDX obedience title (or equivalent) is ineligible. A 4-H’er and dog may participate in this class until receiving a blue ribbon at the county or state show level. All exercises are performed off leash. Exercises include: Heel free and Figure eight off leash, Drop on recall (may use command and signal), Retrieve on flat, Dumbbell recall over high jump, Broad jump, Group long sit – place the leash beside your dog – 3 minutes out of sight, and Group long down – place the leash beside your dog – 5 minutes out of sight.

OPEN For a 4-H’er and his/her dog that has received a blue ribbon in previous class or who wish to enter because of previous training.

A dog with an AKC-CDX (or equivalent) is ineligible. A 4-H’er and dog may participate in this class until receiving a blue ribbon at the county or state show level. All exercises are performed off leash.

Exercises include: Heel free and Figure eight off leash, Drop on recall (either command or signal), Retrieve on flat, Retrieve over high jump, Broad jump, Group long sit – place the leash beside your dog – 3 minutes out of sight, and Group long down – place the leash beside your dog – 5 minutes out of sight.

GRADUATE OPEN For a 4-H’er and his/her dog that has received a blue ribbon in previous class or who wish to enter because of previous training.

A dog with one leg of an AKC-UD, AKC-GO, or AKC-UD obedience title (or equivalent) is ineligible. A 4-H’er may participate in this class until receiving a blue ribbon at the county or state show level. All exercises are performed off leash. Exercises include: Signal exercise (with 10-20 foot distance for down, sit, come) – may use command and signal, Scent discrimination (2 articles of each of 2 types – just one is retrieved), Go out, Directed jumping (from sit stay – handler one side step permitted) – judge’s choice of high jump or bar jump, Moving stand and examination, and Directed retrieve (2 gloves).

PRE-UTILITY For a 4-H’er and his/her dog that has received a blue ribbon in previous class or who wish to enter because of previous training.

A dog with one leg of an AKC-PUTD or AKC-UD obedience title (or equivalent) is ineligible. A 4-H’er and dog may participate in this class until receiving a blue ribbon at the county or state show level. All exercises are performed off leash. Exercises include: Signal exercise – full distance (may use one verbal command), Scent discrimination (4 articles of each of 2 types – 2 articles are retrieved), Directed retrieve (3 gloves), Moving stand and exam, and Directed jumping – high jump and bar jump (handler – one side step permitted).

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UTILITY For a 4-H’er and his/her dog that has received a blue ribbon in previous class or who wish to enter because of previous training.

There are no restrictions in this class. A 4-H’er may participate in this class with the same dog indefinitely. All exercises are performed off leash. Exercises include: Signal exercise, Scent discrimination (with 5 metal articles, 5 leather articles or 5 wood articles – handler’s choice of 2 types), Directed retrieve (3 gloves), Moving stand and exam, and Directed jumping – high jump and bar jump.

VETERANS This class is for dogs that are too old and/or unfit to jump. If a dog under the age of seven years had been found unfit to jump by a licensed veterinarian, it will be allowed to compete in this class. A dog participating in Veterans Obedience cannot participate in any obedience or rally class that has jumping exercises. Participation in agility will not be permitted. Showmanship participation is permitted. Once a dog competes in Veterans at the county show level, it can never again be shown in any agility class or other obedience or rally class that has jumping exercises, even if being trained and exhibited by another 4-H’er. A 4-H’er may participate in this class indefinitely. The Veterans scoresheet will be used.

Exercises include: Heel on leash and Figure eight on leash, Stand for exam off leash, Heel free, Recall off leash, Group long sit – place the beside your dog – 1 minute, and Group long down – place the leash beside your dog – 3 minutes.

BRACE For a 4-H’er with two dogs of their own or those who wish to borrow/ lease a dog if they do not have two dogs of their own; a third dog cannot be used for Brace. No particular level of training is required or prohibited in this class. The dogs may be shown coupled with a single leash or unattached with two leashes. A 4-H’er may participate in this class indefinitely. The Brace scoresheet will be used. Exercises include: Heal on leash and Figure eight on leash, Strand for exam off leash, Grooming, Recall off leash, Group long sit – place the leash beside your dog – 1 minute, and Group long down – place the leash beside your dog – 3 minutes.

FOUR DOG TEAM For 4-H’ers wishing to work together in training their dogs to perform as a unit of four. No particular level of training is required or prohibited in this class. A 4-H’er and/or dog can only participate on one Four Dog Team per year. One alternate is allowed to be named if the team desires. The alternate must be named at the county fair or qualifying show. The five names may be registered as exhibitors, as long as one of the five names is listed as the alternate.

4-H member may only be listed on one team each year. No other substitutions may be made. The Four Dog Team scoresheet will be used for judging. Exercises include: Heel on leash and Figure eight on leash, Stand for exam off leash, Team uniformity, Recall off leash – dogs will be called simultaneously, Long sit – place the leash beside your dog – 1 minute, and Long down – place the leash beside your dog – 3 minutes.

DOG SHOWMANSHIP DOG SHOW: Sunday, July 25 at 1:00pm Freeborn County Fairgorunds Showmanship competition provides 4-H members with a meaningful experience where they can practice and improve their handling and sportsmanship skills. Showmanship gives each 4-H member the opportunity to present themselves and their dog to the best of their ability. This is exemplified by a handler working as a team with his/her dog, so the dog is stacked, alert and under control, while at the same time the 4-H’er appears confident and in control. Through showmanship 4-H members will develop skills and knowledge in dog show handling and learn about breeds of dogs, general grooming responsibilities, anatomy of the dog, and basic healthcare for dogs.

RULES: • Refer to Minnesota 4-H Dog Project Guide, Minnesota 4-H Dog Showmanship Rules and Guidelines, and Freeborn County 4-H Dog Project Member Letter.

• Affidavit and Vaccination Verification Form for each 4-H’er and dog team must be entered into 4HOnline in order to show.

• Dogs will be brought for the show and returned home

immediately after the show.

• ALL first year dog members are required to show in showmanship.

NOVICE For 4-H members who have earned less than any of the following: • two blue ribbons in 4-H Novice Dog Showmanship at a county or state level • two champion ribbon equivalents in another dog organization • a combination of one 4-H Novice Dog Showmanship blue ribbon and one champion ribbon equivalent in another dog organization If a 4-H’er gets a blue ribbon at the county and state shows in the same year, that will count as only one blue ribbon toward the total of two.

OPEN For 4-H members who have earned the equivalent of two blue ribbons at the 4-H Novice Dog Showmanship level. A handler may stay at this level until they have earned any of the following in the Open class: • Three (3) Grand or Reserve Champions in the Open class at a county show with four or more youth in the class • Two (2) Grand or Reserve Champions at the MN 4-H State Dog Show in the Open class • Three (3) champion ribbon equivalents in another dog organization after completing the Novice class • Two (2) Grand or Reserve Champions in the Open class at a county show with four of more youth and either one (1) Grand or Reserve Champion in the Open class at the State Dog Show or one (1) champion ribbon equivalent in another dog organization earned after completing the Novice class • One (1) Grand or Reserve Champion in the Open class at the 4-H State Dog Show and one (1) champion ribbon equivalent in another dog organization after completing the Novice class EXCELLENT For 4-H members who are ineligible for 4-H Novice Dog Showmanship and 4-H Open Dog Showmanship. Handler may stay at this level indefinitely.

DOG RALLY OBEDIENCE DOG SHOW: Sunday, July 25 at 1:00pm Freeborn County Fairgrounds Rally is a sport in which the dog and handler complete a course that has been designed by the rally judge. In short, Rally is a sport that combines the fast pace of Agility with the exercises of Obedience.

The judge instructs the handler to begin, then the dog and handler proceed at their own pace through a course of designated stations (8 to 20, depending on the level) while being judged and timed. Each station has a sign providing instructions regarding the next skill that is to be performed. Scoring is more lenient than that of traditional obedience. Rally promotes fun, enjoyment and teamwork for dogs and handlers at all levels of competition.

RULES: • Refer to Minnesota 4-H Dog Project Guide, Minnesota 4-H Dog Rally Obedience Rules and Guidelines, and Freeborn County 4-H Dog Project Member Letter.

• Affidavit and Vaccination Verification Form for each 4-H’er and dog team must be entered into 4HOnline in order to show.

• Dogs will be brought for the show and returned home immediately after the show.

FOUNDATION For the Handler/Dog team that would compete at the Foundation Level of 4-H Obedience. A dog that has earned a leg toward any Rally Novice title (or equivalent) is not eligible to compete in this class. This class is performed on leash and includes 6-8 signs, with 1-2 stationary signs. Must move to Pre-Novice next year with the same dog no matter the color or ribbon earned.

PRE-NOVICE For the Handler/Dog team that would compete in Beginner 4-H Obedience. A dog that has earned a leg toward any Rally Novice title (or equivalent) is not eligible to compete in this class. This class is performed on leash and includes 8-12 signs, with 2-3 stationary signs. Must earn a blue ribbon to advance to the next class.

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NOVICE For the Handler/Dog team who has earned a blue ribbon in PreNovice Rally Obedience at the county or state show level. A dog that has earned a Rally Novice title (or equivalent) is not eligible to compete in this class. This class is performed on leash and may include 10-15 signs, with 3-5 stationary signs and a minimum of 3 Novice signs; may also include any signs in Pre-Novice. Must earn a blue ribbon to advance to the next class.

PRE-ADVANCED For the Handler/Dog team who has earned a blue ribbon in Novice Rally Obedience at the county or state show level. A dog that has earned a leg toward any Rally Advanced title (or equivalent) is not eligible to compete in this class. This class is performed off leash and may include 12-17 signs, with 3-7 stationary signs and a minimum of 3 Pre-Advanced signs; may also include any signs in Pre-Novice (expect 15A) and Novice (expect13A). Must earn a blue ribbon to advance to the next class.

ADVANCED For the Handler/Dog team who has earned a blue ribbon in PreAdvanced Rally Obedience at the county or state show level. A dog that has earned any Rally Advanced title (or equivalent) is not eligible to compete in this class. This class is performed off leash and may include 12-17 signs, with 3-7 stationary signs, a minimum of 2 Pre-Advanced signs, a minimum of 3 Advanced signs, and 1 jump sign (34); may also include any signs in Pre-Novice (except 15A), Novice (except 13A), or Pre-Advanced. A 4-H’er has the option to compete in Advanced until they have earned three blue ribbons with the same dog. However, if a 4-H’er decides to compete in Excellent he/she may not move back to Advanced.

EXCELLENT For the Handler/Dog team who has earned a blue ribbon in Advanced Rally Obedience at the county or state show level or has earned three blue ribbons with the same dog in Advanced Rally Obedience. This class is performed off leash and may include 15-20 signs, with 3-7 stationary signs, a minimum of 2 Advanced signs, a minimum of 3 Excellent signs, 2 jump signs, and the Sit Stay exercise per class; may also include any signs in Pre-Novice (except 15A), Novice (except 13A), Pre-Advanced, or Advanced. Unlike the other Rally classes, handlers are not allowed to pat their legs or clap their hands to encourage the dog, may not touch their dog, or make any physical corrections. A 4-H’er may participate in this class with the same dog indefinitely.

VETERANS The Veterans class is for dogs that are too old and/or unfit to jump.

Dogs must be at least seven years old. If a dog under the age of seven years has been found unfit to jump by a licensed, practicing veterinarian, it will be allowed to compete in this class. Once a dog completes in the Veterans Rally class at the county show level, it can never again be shown in any Agility class, Obedience classes, or other Rally Obedience class (even if being trained and exhibited by another 4-H’er) that includes jumping exercises. Showmanship participation is permitted and encouraged, along with participation in the Veterans Obedience class in regular Obedience. This class is performed off leash and may include 12-15 signs from Pre-Novice through Advanced, with the exception of #103 (Send Over Jump – Handler Passes By). Stationary exercises should not exceed 1/3 of the total number of exercises. A 4-H’er may participate in this class with the same dog indefinitely.

GENERAL 4-H PROJECTS CLUB BANNER Project Description: The club promotional banner serves as a tool to promote the local 4-H club and the county 4-H program and give 4-H’ers an opportunity for artistic expression through advertisement.

Two banners will be selected for State Fair exhibits.

Exhibit Suggestions: • Banners should have a theme and reflect/represent opportunities in the 4-H program. It should carry the message quickly and simply to the viewer.

• Banners can be 2-D or 3-D

Requirements: •H ave to the Extension Office by Tuesday July 26 or bring to the fair by noon Wednesday, July 27.

• I t must be completed & equipped with a dowel (minimum size 3’ 5”) and ready to hang vertically..

•B anner must be of fabric (no paper) and can be one or two-sided.

•C lub name on 3x5 card pinned to back. (any assembly technique can be used.) **Champion & Reserve Champion Ribbon**

CLUB BOOTH Requirements: •T he booth should depict an area of work or program of current emphasis.

Rules: •8 booth spaces are available in the Exhibit Building. Registration for space is on a first come, first serve basis. Booth location will be assigned by the Extension Office. Please be prepared to make adjustments. Booths must be set up on Sunday, August 1 between 1-4 pm.

•B ooth size – Width: 8’ Height: 5’ **Champion & Reserve Champion Ribbon**

CLUB SCRAPBOOK Requirements: •T he Scrapbook must be 12x12, minimum of 6 pages, & depict the current 4-H Club Work.

•O ne scrapbook per club.

•O ne or more youth must participate in conference judging. **Champion & Reserve Champion Ribbon**

CLUB COMMUNITY PRIDE Project Description: This is a project where a club displays ways in which they make their community better by being active citizens and act on the things they believe in.

Two exhibits will be selected for the State Fair.

Exhibit Suggestions: •O rganize an environmental cleanup •M ake or collect and distribute items where needed •R ead to younger kids at the library or school •S ervice to nursing home or homeless populations •D eliver safety education programs such as a bike rodeo or fire safety training Requirements: •T he exhibit may include a three-sided display, video, or other visual method which visually highlights the entire project or certain parts in a manner which tells the public what positive effects the project had on the community.

•T wo club youth who participated in the project may represent the club in conference judging. Youth will explain the purpose of the project, steps in the planning, how the project meets the community needs and the impact it has. Note: Community Pride participants at State Fair may exhibit another individual project. **Champion & Reserve Champion Ribbon**

CLUB HAY BALE DECORATING Requirements: Decorate on Sunday, July 31 from 1-4pm •O ne round bale will be provided in the location that the Extension Office assigns.

•B ales must be finished & decorated by 10am on Monday August 1 to qualify for judging.

•C lubs are responsible for ALL materials used in decorating.

•A ll materials used MUST be removed by Sunday, August 7 by 5pm.

•T he bale cannot be destroyed in either decorating or un-decorating process. **Champion & Reserve Champion Ribbon**

PLASTIC SCULPTURE CHALLENGE Project Description: This project was created to build awareness and knowledge of both the positive and negative impacts of single use plastics and ways how to recycle or repurpose plastic. It is also meant to empower 4-H youth to be

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actively involved as change agents in reducing use of single-use plastics and increasing recycling/repurposing, for their family, their club, their community, their country and their world.

Two exhibits will be selected for the State Fair. Note: State Fair Plastic Sculptures will be on display only. No judging will occur at the State Fair.

Requirements: • Exhibits can be created by individual or family groups.

• 4-H’ers of all ages are invited to explore the plastics issue and create an art sculpture with found plastics.

• If a base is needed, it should be made out of thin wood, plywood, fiberboard, or similar material.

• Sculptures can be any size with a maximum size of: 3 ft. wide x 3 ft. long x 6 ft. tall.

• Must be made of clean (washed) plastics • Must be multidimensional. Sculptures can be free-standing or displayed as needed.

• Suggested materials to attach items together: zip ties, string, rubber bands, art materials, colorful duct tape, or electrical tape. Strong adhesives (such as E6000 and Gorilla Glue) need to be used in a wellventilated area with adult supervision. For safety, DO NOT use a hot glue gun as melting plastic gives off toxic fumes!

• Depending on the size and weight of your sculpture, you might consider adding wheels that lock in place or handles to your sculpture so it is easy to move.

• If you are unsure about any of these Guidelines, please consult your 4-H Extension Educator.

• Sculptures should include an Artist Statement (50 words or less) with: - N ame(s) of Artists - T itle of your sculpture - A statement about what you created and why - W hat materials you used.

- W hat you learned and how will it change your use of single-use plastics - H ow others can reduce their use of single-use plastics

AEROSPACE Project Description 4-H members learn about the latest in aerospace technology including airplanes, rockets, helicopters, balloons, etc. Aerospace includes any objects that fly within the Earth’s atmosphere and outer space.

Exhibit Suggestions: • Build a model (rocket, airplane, satellite) and identify the parts.

• Explain the science about how airplanes fly.

• Explain how the model rocket flies.

• Identify parts of a hot air balloon and how they work.

• Discover and identify the basic parts of a helicopter and how they work.

• Make and demonstrate a hang glider.

• Compare and contrast different types of kites (flat, box, parafoil, etc).

• Discuss pros and cons of different types of flight (airplane vs helicopter vs jet, etc).

Requirements: • Models or any other project object(s) can be used during the judging process.

• Flyable models should be ready for flight (do not include fuel or engines); recovery systems should be in place and operative.

• Members should be familiar with safety codes in the 4-H curriculum or that accompany the kit. **Champion & Reserve Champion Ribbon**

AGRONOMY

•C rop must be grown on a farm with which you have a relationship with the producer and have interviewed the producer about the growing process. Crops must have been grown in the current or previous growing season.

• I nclude an information card listing the variety, soil and agronomy information of the crop if the exhibit is a crop sample.

•B e familiar with crop input costs and the growing process.

Exhibit Suggestions: •A two-quart jar or clear container (equalling 8 cups) exhibit of shelled corn.

•A display of ears of dent corn, consisting of 6-10 ears of corn of the same variety.

•A bundle of corn stalks, consisting of stalks of the same variety.

•A n educational display illustrating corn’s plant reproduction, different types of corn, plant growth factors, plant characteristics, plant part identification, growing and using plants, plant growth and food production, examples of a plant disease, etc. **Champion & Reserve Champion Ribbon**

AGRONOMY/FORAGES Requirements: •C rop must be grown on a farm with which you have a relationship with the producer and have interviewed the producer about the growing process. Crops must have been grown in the current or previous growing season.

• I nclude a 3 x 5 index card listing the variety if the exhibit is a crop sample.

•B e familiar with crop input costs and the growing process.

Exhibit Suggestions: •A dried sample, in a 3-5 inch tied, dried bundle, clear container of ensiled forages or in a sample 4-6 inch slab of a bale of forage. Forages include alfalfa, warm season grasses, cool season grasses, sorghum, native grasses, silage, etc. It is recommended that a sample analysis of your forage accompanies the sample. (Kits from DHIA are available at the Extension Office, http://www.stearnsdhialab.com/) •A n educational display illustrating one of the following ideas: nutritional analysis of feed stuff, plant reproduction, plant growth factors, plant characteristics, growing and using plants, plant growth and food production, examples of a plant disease, etc. of forages. **Champion & Reserve Champion Ribbon**

AGRONOMY/PLANT AND SOIL SCIENCE Exhibit Suggestions: •T ake soil samples and compare soil analysis (soil analysis can be done by obtaining kits at your local Extension Office).

•A n exhibit showing different varieties of forages, cover crops, etc. (seed or plant) •A plant life cycle exhibit highlighting the growth of a plant from seed to a mature plant. **Champion & Reserve Champion Ribbon**

AGRONOMY/SMALL GRAINS Requirements: •C rop must be grown on a farm with which you have a relationship with the producer and have interviewed the producer about the growing process. Crops must have been grown in the current or previous growing season.

• I nclude an information card listing the variety if the exhibit is a crop

AGRONOMY/AGRICULTURAL TECHNOLOGY Exhibit Suggestions: • A display or presentation highlighting the technology used in agriculture such as GPS tools, drone use, implement technology, yield mapping, genetic engineering, seed traits, agricultural chemistry, precision agriculture, on-farm research, side by side trials, etc. **Champion & Reserve Champion Ribbon**

AGRONOMY/CORN Requirements:

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sample.

• Be familiar with crop input costs and the growing process.

Exhibit Suggestions: • A two-quart jar or clear container (equalling 8 cups) of any small grain variety. This could include wheat, oats, rye, barley, etc.

• A dried sample, in a 3-5 inch tied, dried bundle of the same variety.

• An educational display illustrating one of the following ideas: plant reproduction, plant growth factors, plant characteristics, usage of plants, plant growth and food production, examples of a plant disease, etc. of a small grain.

AGRONOMY/SOYBEANS Requirements: • Crop must be grown on a farm with which you have a relationship with the producer and have interviewed the producer about the growing process. Crop must have been grown in the current or previous growing season.

• Include an information card listing the variety if the exhibit is a crop sample.

• Be familiar with crop input costs and the growing process.

Exhibit Suggestions: • A two-quart clear container (equalling 8 cups).

• A dried sample, in a 3-5 inch tied, dried bundle of the same variety.

• An educational display illustrating plant reproduction, plant growth factors, plant characteristics, usage of plants or seeds, plant growth and food production, examples of a plant disease, etc. of a soybean. **Champion & Reserve Champion Ribbon**

AGRONOMY/SPECIALTY CROPS Requirements: • Crop must be grown on a farm with which you have a relationship with the producer and have interviewed the producer about the growing process. Crops must have been grown in the current or previous growing season.

• Include an information card listing the variety if the exhibit is a crop sample.

• Be familiar with crop input costs and the growing process.

Exhibit Suggestions: • An adequate sample of a specialty crop such as sugar beets, edible beans, black beans, kidney beans, field produced sweet corn, peas, carrots, potatoes, popcorn, etc. Dried products should be in a twoquart jar or clear container (equalling 8 cups); fresh products on a plate or flat box.

• A dried sample, in a 3-5 inch tied, dried bundle of the same variety.

• An educational display illustrating one of the following ideas: plant reproduction, plant growth factors, plant characteristics, usage of plants, plant growth and food production, examples of a plant disease, etc. of a specialty crop. **Champion & Reserve Champion Ribbon**

AGRONOMY/WEEDS & PESTS Exhibit Suggestions: • A display or presentation highlighting any current pests in agriculture or horticulture. Could include their life cycle, prevention or treatment, their impact on the plant, etc.

• A weed display or book identifying different weeds in agriculture or horticulture. Highlight one weed in depth, a class of weeds (such as grasses or broad leaves) or a collection of different weeds. Could include identification details, life cycle, weed control, the impact on crop production, etc.

• *Note: Do not include live or dried noxious weed samples in your display (check current listing at https://www.mda.state.mn.us/plants/ pestmanagement/weedcontrol/noxiouslist.aspx). If you are bringing in a sample of weed seeds, put it in a sealed container. **Champion & Reserve Champion Ribbon**

BICYCLE Exhibit Suggestions: • Exhibit showing built, restored, reconditioned or rebuilt bikes.

• Display showing types of bikes, parts of a bike, maintenance, traffic rules, bicycling hazards, city/county/regional bike or active transportation plans, how to wear a helmet, equipment used to teach others about bike repair or first aid, etc.

• Documentation (such as slideshow, notebook, picture book, poster

or film) of a bike rodeo or other bike event you helped with, or research on some other aspect of bicycling that was presented to a class, committee or service club. **Champion & Reserve Champion Ribbon**

CHILD & FAMILY DEVELOPMENT Project Description: Discover how to be self-reliant and responsible, how to handle emergencies and develop home-alone skills. Learn about home safety, age-appropriate toys, nutritious snacks for children and how to create a poem, story or game.

Requirements: •E xhibitors should be prepared to discuss, in conference judging, the age and other characteristics of the child for whom the exhibit is intended and how the exhibit contributes to the child’s growth, development, and well-being.

• I f the exhibit is designed to be interactive with children, the item should be used with children before exhibiting and a photograph of this activity should accompany the exhibit. Signs of use will not detract from the placing of the exhibit.

Exhibit Suggestions: •T oy, game, puzzle, puppets, art/craft materials, etc., made from new or recycled/throw-away material.

•B abysitting kit/travel kit/rainy day kit, including at least one item made by exhibitor.

•O riginal book, story, poem, song, play, cookbook, audio or video tape and narrative, activity book, safety manual for children, file about children and/or families.

•S crapbook, photographs, items, reports, video, etc., on family heritage with description of what was learned about self and family.

•A creatively developed program and/or item used for or with a person with differing abilities (i.e. learning difficulties, physically impaired, etc..).

•D isplay exploring resources for children alone at home (i.e. activities, games, kits).

•A n educational display about youth mental health. Explore strategies to help youth cope with stress, anxiety, etc. with busy bags, sensory bottles/activities, conversation tips, etc.

•D isplay sharing your experience job shadowing an early childhood education provider, child care provider or another youth worker.

•A n educational display with resources available to lower income families (i.e. WIC, Food Shelf, etc.). **Champion & Reserve Champion Ribbon**

CITIZENSHIP Exhibit Suggestions: •H ighlight of community projects and/or citizenship activities which you or your club completed under your leadership. Include plans of action as well as the impact of each.

•A n educational display illustrating the description of a service project, which may include: how you identified the need in your community, developed a project to address the need, carried out the project, and reflected on the results..

•A n educational display illustrating how you’ve researched, reflected on, and learned more about your community, its history, and how to be a good neighbor.

•A n educational display illustrating how you’ve developed a tour of a local community, government or community agency; learned how government functions; and learned about police, fire protection, health, sanituation, safety, and tourism in your community.

•A display on different parts of the world, highlighting their cities, culture, history and more.

•A display explaining how you organized and led tours in your towns, communities, courthouse or historic places.

•A n educational display on how the government works or the functions of various government agencies. **Champion & Reserve Champion Ribbon**

CLOTHING AND TEXTILES Judging will be on Thursday, July 22 at Clothing & Textiles exhibits should be finished, cleaned and pressed for exhibition. Exhibits can be used before showing, but should be cleaned before exhibiting. Garments and sewn non-garments should be appropriate for the skill and experience of the exhibitor.

CLOTHING AND TEXTILES/Constructed Clothing Exhibit Suggestions:

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• Include an information tag listing: pattern company name and number or inspirational photo for design, fiber content of fabric and care instructions.

• Constructed garments such as a blouse, shirt, top, skirt, pants, sweatshirt, jumper, dress, outerwear, etc.

• Constructed garment utilizing a fabric or technique new to the exhibitor, such as synthetic suede, active sportswear, micro-fibers, satin, etc.

• Using tailoring techniques to construct a garment • Wearable art that can be included as part of the constructed garment.

• Educational poster or display on a clothing or textiles subject of your choice. Example: career in industry, difference in fabric, how fabric is made, evolution of clothing, cost comparison, clothing selection, care of fabric, etc.

• Garment mended, repaired or recycled, with color photo of original garment and explanation of steps used.

CLOTHING AND TEXTILES/Upcycled Clothing Exhibit Suggestions: • Significant alterations to a garment. Examples: oversized t-shirt made into a cinched t-shirt dress, alternating the style of the garment, updating an old prom dress to make it current, etc.

• Wearable art that can be added to purchased garment.

Requirements: • An upcycled garment is one that is constructed from a previously worn garment that has been updated/altered in a way to produce a new garment.

• Colored photo of original garment and colored photo of new garment.

CLOTHING AND TEXTILES/Purchased Clothing Exhibit Suggestions: Additional Information that could be included in 8 ½” x 11” binder: • Cost per wear • Cost comparison (construction vs. purchased) • Inventory of wardrobe (not including undergarments) • Educational facts about fabric in garment(s) • Additional photos showing ways it can be used in existing wardrobe • Accessories/shoes worn • Any other educational information not listed above Purchased garment such as a blouse, shirt, top, skirt, pants, sweatshirt, jumper, dress, outerwear, etc. Pre-used garments not altered. Examples: thrift store, garage sale, hand-me-down, etc.

Requirements: The purchased garment or outfit must be accompanied by an 8-½”x11” binder with the following information: • Colored photo of member wearing the garment. Label photo with name, county, and color of complexion, hair and eyes.

• Cost of garment and explanation of why garment was purchased.

• Fabric content and care of the garment.

• Examples of ways it will be used in existing wardrobe.

• Sale receipt and tags, if available.

CLOTHING AND TEXTILES/Sewn Non-Garment Exhibit Suggestions: • Non-clothing sewn, constructed item. Examples: simple home or clothing accessory item such as a pillow, apron, book bag, belt, placemat, gym bag, sewing kit, etc.

• Non-clothing article using a pattern or your own idea.

Requirements: • Include an information tag listing: pattern company/kit name or source, fiber content of fabric and care instructions.

Fashion Revue Constructed Clothing Fashion Revue Purchased Clothing Fashion Revue Upcycled Clothing Fashion Revue Constructed or Purchased or Upcycled Exhibit Suggestions: • Judging is on the overall completed look which includes the outfit, accessories and overall appearance Fashion Revue Constructed or Purchased or Upcycled Requirements: • Participants may model any clothing they have constructed, purchased or upcycled as a part of their 4-H clothing project.

• Garments are required to be modeled during conference judging and fashion show.

Note: At State Fair, clothing exhibitors can use the same garment to participate in both fashion revue and the corresponding clothing & textiles project in the same year. Example: Constructed fashion revue exhibit can be judged in the constructed clothing area (or vice versa).

**Champion & Reserve Champion Ribbon**

CLOVERBUDS Requirements: Cloverbud members have completed kindergarten or grades 1-2.

Level 1 (K): Any one item from the following, Exploring Nature; Exploring the Plant World; Exploring Your Home or Pets – does not include dogs, rabbits or other animals exhibited by older 4-H members.

Level 2 (1st): Any two items listed here: Vegetable Gardening; Indoor Gardening; Aerospace; Safety; Health; Photography; Foods; Sewing/ Clothing; Shop; Self-Determined; Natural Resources made at home.

Level 3 (2nd): Any three items listed here: Any three items listed here: Vegetable gardening; Indoor Gardening; Aerospace; Safety; Health; Photography; Foods; Sewing/Clothing; Shop; Self-Determined; Natural Resources made at home.

Refer to the Cloverbud sheet you received in your Cloverbud letter for suggested project ideas.

•C loverbud Livestock information on pag 60.

CONSUMER EDUCATION & MONEY MANAGEMENT Project Description: This project will help you learn about being a good consumer as you explore smart shopping, income and expenses, saving money, credit, and needs vs. wants.

Exhibit Suggestions: •A budget workbook, income/expenses graphs, impact of supply chains on consumers, savings plans, etc.

• J unior exhibitors: a basic comparison of similar products with different pricing.

• I ntermediate exhibitors: include additional aspects of products other than just price •S enior exhibitors: compare numerous components (nutritional value, cost per ounce, fabric content, longevity, etc). **Champion & Reserve Champion Ribbon**

CRAFTS & FINE ARTS CRAFTS & FINE ARTS / CRAFTS NOTE: Members enrolled in Creative Arts can exhibit in both Fine Arts and Crafts.

Exhibit Suggestions: •F or a beginner, choose a project that teaches new techniques. For advanced, choose a project requiring masterful craftsmanship.

•W ork directly from a kit, diamond painting, social media influenced/ inspired, LEGO kits, model replicas, no sew/tie blankets, ceramic casts, paint by number, etc.

Requirement: •E ach exhibit will be evaluated on its individual merit as a craft/kit.

•E mphasis is on the creative process and the implementation of design elements and principles. The craft/kit exhibit develops from someone else’s ideas and can be easily replicated, modified and repeated by others.

•A ll projects need to be presented in a finished manner. **Champion & Reserve Champion Ribbon**

CRAFTS & FINE ARTS / FINE ARTS NOTE: Members enrolled in Creative Arts can exhibit in both Fine Arts and Crafts.

Exhibit Suggestions: •F or a beginner, choose a project that teaches new techniques. For advanced, choose a project requiring mastery.

•O riginal work (no kits) in drawing, painting, sculpture, paint pouring, textiles, pottery, jewelry making, fiber art, quilling, etc Requirement: •E ach exhibit will be evaluated on its individual merit as an original fine art.

•E mphasis is on the creative process and the implementation of design elements and principles. The fine art exhibit should show proof that it is developed from the 4-H’ers own ideas and imagination.

•A ll art objects must be appropriately finished. For state fair eligible: exhibits must be ready for hanging, displaying, etc. (i.e. wire or hooks

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on paintings, bases for 3 dimensional work, etc.) **Champion & Reserve Champion Ribbon**

CREATIVE WRITING Project Description: Exhibits could include written short stories, poems, essays, play scripts, speeches, memoirs, social media posts, articles, blog posts, graphic novels, etc.

Exhibit Suggestions: • Series of original poems.

• An original short story.

• A children’s story or a story written specifically for young children, typically includes illustrations • Series of social media posts or an article educating the public on a topic you are passionate about.

• An original graphic novel including characters’ dialogue, plot line and illustrations.

• A display on the different types of poems or your favorite author • A display on “What is Creative Writing?”

Requirement: • Creative Writing exhibits should be an original written piece; if the work of others are quoted or included, be sure to include proper citation.

• Display your work in a way that can be viewed by fairgoers (printed in a binder, written on a canvas, hung on a display, etc.)

ENGINEERING DESIGN See more on the Engineering Design project page (extension.umn.edu/4-h-stem-projects/4-h-engineering-design-project) ENGINEERING DESIGN Project Description: Engineering design projects address a problem by developing a solution that successfully solves the problem. Important in engineering design projects is identification of the problem being solved and testing and improving the solution.

Exhibit Suggestions: • Using everyday items to build a simple machine to complete a simple task • Using everyday items to create a product to solve a real life situation • Using LEGOS to create and test different types of bridge designs • Engineering a bridge – using everyday items create a bridge to sustain 5 pounds of weight • Engineering a roller coaster – Use KNEX or other materials to engineer and create a roller coaster • Engineering a catapult/trebuchet – use everyday items to create a machine to launch a marshmallow a minimum of 3 feet • Engineer a wind turbine to solve a problem (example: using the wind energy to lift a bucket) Requirement: • Include description of the problem/challenge being solved • Include description of how a design process was used to solve problem • Description(s) can be verbal or written

Handbooks (z.umn.edu/4hedc) for complete details.

•T eams of at least 3 youth •M achine must complete a minimum of 10 steps •M achine must operate in 2 minutes or less •E xhibit physical size limited to 6 ft x 6 ft x 6 ft •D escribe how an engineering design process was used to complete the project.

•P rovide a journal record illustrating the process of completing the project.

Note: The Engineering Design Challenge showcase event occurs outside of the State Fair (typically before the State Fair). In 2022, teams can choose to participate in person or virtually. Teams choosing to participate virtually will need to submit a video of their machine prior to virtual judging. Please refer to the Engineering Design Challenge Level 1 and 2 Handbooks (z.umn. edu/4hedc) for complete details **Champion & Reserve Champion Ribbon**

EXPLORING ANIMALS Project Description: Intended as an introductory project area for youth who have limited experience with livestock/animal science. This area is a pathway to more in-depth study of the animal.

Exhibit Suggestions: •A n educational exhibit to show or explain something 4-H’er made, did, learned, or may explore consumer issues, breeds or careers.

•P oster, journal, video, 3 ring binder of animal being explored.

•E xplore basic care & handling, basic feeding, basic housing, animal welfare & ethics, etc.

Requirements: •T his area is for 4-H’ers who wish to learn more about a given species.

Animal ownership is not required.

•E xploring Animals include: Beef, Dairy, Dairy Goat, Meat Goat, Llama/ Alpaca, Poultry, Rabbit, Sheep or Swine.

•Y outh interested in cats, dogs, horses or other domesticated pets (guinea pigs, snakes, rats, etc) should see appropriate sections of the premium book. **Champion & Reserve Champion Ribbon**

ENGINEERING DESIGN CHALLENGE LEVEL 1 & 2 Engineering Design Challenge Team Member: Level 1 - grades 3 - 8 (suggested) Level 2 - grades 7 - 12 (suggested) Each member (regardless of age) needs to register in one of these levels.

An Engineering Design Challenge machine is based on a Rube Goldbergtype machine, an overly complex contraption designed to accomplish a simple task. The best machines use a variety of everyday items to create a series of chain-reaction steps to accomplish a simple task. In the project, youth employ engineering, physics, humor, and storytelling to create their machine.

This program requires a team of at least 3 and no more than 10 youth members.

Exhibit Suggestions: • Engineering Design Challenge machine itself • Display, binder, poster, video illustrating the process of the doing the activity/project Requirements: • Please refer to the Engineering Design Challenge Level 1 and 2

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FISHING SPORTS Exhibit Suggestions: • Fish identification. Describe the habitat and food needs of selected fish; develop a panel display explaining the life history of a fish; create a model or exhibit identifying the parts of a fish.

• Fishing Knots: Identify how and where each knot is used; fishing equipment which is made or repaired such as lures, fishing rods and reels, ice fishing rig, or other fishing equipment • Safety practices and techniques that are related to fishing (& ice fishing) or boating • Examples of how water quality affects the fish ecosystem • Create a display or diagram of Aquatic habitats, invasive species • Tactics to fish for various species of fish, techniques and equipment used • Cultural aspects of fishing • Regional differences across the US/world. (Types of fish, environments, ways to fish, considerations) • Research commercial fishing for food industry • Explore career opportunities • Local Department of Natural Resources fishing regulations **Champion & Reserve Champion Ribbon**

FOODS AND NUTRITION FOODS & NUTRITION / FOOD Exhibit Suggestions: • Food items such as: • Bars & Cookies (no commercial mixes) • Breads (no commercial mixes) • Cakes (no commercial mixes) • Pastries (no commercial mixes) • Gluten Free Baked Goods • Homemade Meal • Other Homemade Food • Fun with Convenience Foods • Recipe Adaptation to Improve Nutrition • Cake/Cupcake & Cookie Decorating • Food science experiment • Exhibit showing food and/or kitchen safety.

• Investigate food allergen of your choice • Display about careers in the food industry Requirements: • Exhibit may be food items and/or displays.

• Exhibitors should be prepared to discuss with the judge: recipes, references, information sources, methods, etc., as appropriate to that exhibit.

• Exhibits containing perishable foods, which may be discarded, must include a colored photograph of the food. Print the photo and recipe on an 8 ½” x 11” paper.

Note: If food safety is a concern, judges reserve the right not to taste and/ or judge foods items.

FOODS & NUTRITION / FOOD PRESERVATION Exhibit suggestions: •S uggested exhibits include one (1) jar or one (1) bag of product: • V egetables or fruits • J ams, jellies, preserves, low-sugar spreads (no frozen) • P ickled products (fermented or added acid, including pickles, sauerkraut, relishes, salsa).

• M eats, poultry and/or fish. (Fish must be in pint jars.) Must be processed in a pressure canner.

■ Note: Preserved fish count toward the limit that can be in your possession.

• D ried vegetables or dried fruits.

• D ried herbs.

• B eef or venison jerky.

•L earn about cottage food producer requirements in Minnesota •D isplay about different methods of freezing foods •E xplore commercially available freezer bags to see which produces the best quality •D isplay about preserving foods that you’ve hunted and/or caught •R esearch different methods for harvesting and preserving butchered meat •M ake a poster about making freezer jams/jellies •R esearch illnesses you can get from improper food preservation •T each others about safe canning methods •D isplay about canning equipment and its purpose •L earn about preserving foods in a pressure canner •C ompare current food preservation techniques with those used in the past Requirements: •A ll recipes, procedures, and processing times followed must use current (1994 or newer) USDA and/or National Center for Home Food Preservation, Ball Corporation or University of Minnesota recommendations. Recipes from pectin packages, etc. are acceptable.

•A ll food preservation exhibits must be labeled or have a note card that includes county, name, grade, product, style of pack, processing method (boiling water bath or pressure canner), date, processing time, date processed and source of recipe. Pressure canned items indicate dial or weighted gauge and how many pounds of pressure used.

• J ars must be heat-tempered clear glass canning jars, not commercial glass jars (i.e. glass mayonnaise jars).

•A ll jars must be sealed. Jellies and jams must be covered with lids.

•U se pint jars for fruit, vegetables, and fish; one-half pint jars for jams and jellies; 2- 1 pint jars or one quart jar for pickled products.

•N o artificial food coloring should be added to entries.

•D ried foods may be stored in glass jars, self-sealing plastic bags or airtight plastic bags. The quantity of dried foods should be: fruits and vegetables 1/2 cup or more of each, herbs - 1/4 cup of each in whole leaf form, 3 strips of meat (i.e. venison or beef jerky).

•F oods must be preserved within the past year. **Champion & Reserve Champion Ribbon**

FOOD REVUE

(JUDGED PRIOR TO COUNTY FAIR)

FOODS & NUTRITION / NUTRITION Exhibit Suggestions: • One serving of nutritious food (vegetable or fruit dish, snack, bread, dairy, etc.). Include 8½ x 11 poster showing nutritional value, recipe, and a photo of the food.

• Study of nutrients needed for yourself or someone else, using the dietary guidelines and MyPlate.

• Make a food or fitness plan for yourself or someone else and show how it relates to nutritional and energy needs. (Example: an athlete on a volleyball team, a teen who doesn’t have a lot of time).

• Adapt a recipe(s) to show healthier ingredient choices.

• Study of how physical fitness and/or food choices are related to disease (such as: cancer, heart disease, osteoporosis, diabetes, etc.).

• Study of labels from similar food items, comparing important nutrient content like fat, fiber, and sugar.

• Explore nutrition-related careers **Champion & Reserve Champion Ribbon**

Judging will be on Thursday, July 21 at TBD Exhibit suggestions: •E xhibitors may bring to the county showcase experience: one item of food from the menu; a place setting which includes dishes, silverware, linens and centerpiece for the course in which food is served.

Requirement: •T he display must be no larger than 30” square.

•F ood Revue will be judged on food and nutritional knowledge, menu design/theme, table setting design, and cost information.

•M ust include binder, which includes: Cover page, menu, cost, nutritional information, picture of place setting, picture of food, and one or more pictures of you in action preparing your meal.

•N ote: the judge may or may not taste the food.

State Fair line up will come to County Fair.

For County Fair Displays: •B ring your display, menu, recipe, and picture of your food.

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**Champion & Reserve Champion Ribbon**

FRUIT, VEGETABLE & HERB GARDENING FRUIT, VEGETABLE & HERB GARDENING / FRUIT Requirements: • If displaying a fruit sample, exhibitor should bring 4-6 items of one variety of fruit and include a 3 x 5 index card listing the varieties of fruit, name and club of exhibitor.

Exhibit Suggestions: • Display showing a comparison of several varieties of the same fruit (labeled); display using a branch to illustrate proper pruning of fruit trees and explaining the process; illustrate the many uses of fruits (fresh, jams, juices, cooking, baking, salads and recipes); illustrate the use of fruits as natural dyes.

• Educational display illustrating diseases (actual specimens) or insects (actual specimens) and methods of control. **Champion & Reserve Champion Ribbon**

FRUIT, VEGETABLE & HERB GARDENING / HERB GARDENING Exhibit Suggestions: • Educational display showing some aspect of raising or using herbs.

• An herb container garden planted in a tub, pot, or planter.

• A dried sample of herbs you have raised, harvested, and dried (in an airtight container) **Champion & Reserve Champion Ribbon**

FRUIT, VEGETABLE & HERB GARDENING / POTATO Requirements: • If displaying a potato box, you need 6-10 potatoes of the same variety or 2-3 varieties (this year’s crop) similar in size with variety identified on a 3 x 5 card.

• Be familiar with crop input costs and the growing process.

Exhibit Suggestions: • Display a box of potatoes that contains all the potatoes in that hill (all the potatoes one plant produced) • Display a box of potatoes of 6-10 potatoes • Educational display illustrating diseases and control, methods of mulching and reasons, causes and effects of sun scald. **Champion & Reserve Champion Ribbon**

FRUIT, VEGETABLE & HERB GARDENING / VEGETABLE GARDENING BOX Requirements: • Label vegetables with proper variety names.

• When exhibiting a collection of vegetables, the collection should include six different kinds of vegetables (For example: 1 large specimen + 3 medium specimen + 2 small specimen = 6 different vegetable specimens for this project choosing any combination of the following: • One large vegetable specimen (cabbage, squash, melon, pumpkin, cauliflower, etc.)

• Three different medium sized vegetable specimens and 3 of each specimen (tomatoes, onions, peppers, cucumbers, kohlrabi, carrots, beets, turnips, etc.)

• Two small vegetable specimen’s and 6- 12 of each specimen (green beans, peas, lima beans, etc.)

• Potatoes may not be included (enter under the Potato project). **Champion & Reserve Champion Ribbon**

FRUIT, VEGETABLE & HERB GARDENING / VEGETABLE PLATE Requirements: • Label vegetables with proper variety names.

Exhibit Suggestions: • On a disposable plate, display a collection of vegetables that includes one or more kinds of vegetables, choosing any combination of the

following: •L arge vegetable specimen: 1 sample (cabbage, squash, melon, pumpkin, cauliflower, etc.)

•M edium sized vegetable specimen: 3 of each specimen (tomatoes, potatoes, onions, peppers, cucumbers, kohlrabi, carrots, beets, turnips, asparagus, etc.)

•S mall vegetable specimen: 6- 12 of each specimen (green beans, peas, cherry tomatoes, jalapenos, lima beans, etc.) **Champion & Reserve Champion Ribbon**

FRUIT, VEGETABLE & HERB GARDENING / LARGEST VEGETABLE Requirements: • I nclude an information card with name, plant variety and date planted.

•S talks of Field Corn should have roots on the stalk.

Exhibit Options: •S quash •C abbage •P umpkin •M elons •T allest Stalk of Field Corn **Champion & Reserve Champion Ribbon**

HEALTH & WELLNESS Exhibit Suggestions: •R esearch and report on a health issue of your choice.

•R eport on a community service project that you conducted or volunteered with that relates to a health issue or addresses a community need.

- I nclude objectives, audience, timetable, program description, materials, community support and evaluation.

- E xamples might include food distribution centers, homeless shelters, vaccine clinics, blood drives, community run/walk events such as a 5K, - S hare the results of a service project you conducted in your community to address a health-related need.

- M ake a personal connection with an organization or group working to address health disparities or health inequities in your community (for example, availability and access to safe and affordable housing).

•C onduct a community health assessment for your county, tribe, city or school. What are they doing well to support people’s wellbeing?

What challenges have arisen? What solutions are they offering to support the community? What will you do now that you have this information?

•R esearch resources that are available to you in your community.

Does this provide information useful to you or your peer group?

What did you learn and do with the information?

•O rganize a peer support group, conference, a seminar, a workshop, or a chemical-free party. What is your goal in creating this group?

•P romote health through campaigns, activities, and events centered on specific health issues.

- C reate a health day/week at school or arrange a health topic at your 4-H club meeting.

- I n collaboration with others (school, peers, etc.) develop an “anti-bullying” campaign to address Social Media Health.

•C reate a Day in the Life Timeline to identify how you spend your day - W here can you set goals to include more healthy practices such as mindfulness, fitness, movement, more fruits or vegetables, etc.?

- S hare some ways you incorporate self-care and/or mindfulness practices into your daily routines.

- H ow do you manage schedules/Stress Management?

- W hat steps do you take to ensure you are nourishing your body throughout the day?

•C reate a video or musical production addressing a cause that’s connected to health and wellness.

•D esign a model of the human skeleton and label the bones or learn about other organs and systems of the human body •H ow does fitness, motion, or athletics fit into a healthy lifestyle for you •C areers in the health science industry **Champion & Reserve Champion Ribbon**

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HOME ENVIRONMENT Exhibit Suggestions: • Finished or refinished item, or reupholstered furniture with before and after photos.

• Repaired, restored, remodeled or upcycled item for the home.

• An article remade or reclaimed for the home with a link to the past, including history of use.

• Description, diagrams/photos, samples and cost of a redecorating or remodeling plan showing before and after.

• Item creation for the home - for appeal or for practical use.

• Home organization and functionality (i.e. make a spice rack).

• Environmentally friendly home improvements; assess energy efficiency.

Requirements: • Members exhibiting in this project should be prepared to discuss how their exhibit applies to the home, how and where it is used or displayed, and all details of how it was made or selected.

- T hey should know about the subject matter of the specific exhibit, the materials used, how and why it was done, costs involved, and alternatives considered • A photograph and details showing its place in the home environment must accompany exhibits that are items for the home.

• Pictures and wall hangings that are exhibited should be finished.

• Purchased kits are allowed to be used. **Champion & Reserve Champion Ribbon**

HORTICULTURE HORTICULTURE / FLOWER GARDENING Requirements: • Label each container according to kind or variety.

• Outdoor living flowers and plants are to be exhibited in this area (including Outdoor Fairy Gardens) • Live plant material will be accepted if it can be maintained in a fresh condition with ease.

Exhibit Suggestions: • When exhibiting cut flowers, we suggest: - t hree stems of one variety of annual flowers, or - o ne stem of a hardy perennial, or - o ne stem of summer flowering bulbs, or - o ne blossom of a tea rose, or - o ne stem of a hardy shrub rose.

• Flower bouquet or arrangement on any theme.

• Display of dried flowers with a card explaining the drying method.

• My Flower Garden - Exhibit on poster board, not to exceed 22 x 28”.

Include a plan of the garden drawn to scale, the correct variety name and pictures (or photographs) of the flowers grown. Be prepared to discuss the process from soil preparation to blooming.

• Educational Exhibit showing the principles of propagation or reproduction, nutrition, culture and physiology (how a plant lives and grows). **Champion & Reserve Champion Ribbon**

HORTICULTURE / INDOOR GARDENING Requirements: • Indoor living flowers and plants are to be exhibited in this area (including Indoor Fairy Gardens) • Potted Plants: - F lowering plants should be in bloom.

- F oliage plants should be in vigorous condition.

- P lants should be grown in the exhibited container for at least one month prior to fair.

• Plants In Hanging Containers: - C ontainer for the plant should not be more than 10” in depth or diameter.

- M aximum total length of hanger and plant should not exceed 4’ - E valuation will include appropriateness of plant for a hanging container, condition, arrangement, hanger to container to plant relationship, and plants being well established.

• Terrariums: - T he terrarium may not exceed 24” in any dimension.

- T errarium should be planted four to six weeks ahead of exhibiting.

- M embers must be able to identify all plant materials in their terrariums and know why they were selected for use (quality, container and design).

Exhibit Suggestions: •T wo or more varieties of house plants with common and botanical name.

•T errarium or dish garden: consider terrarium material of general terrarium plant of native and woodland plants of Minnesota.

•E ducational exhibit showing plant propagation, plant history, forcing bulbs, life cycle of a flowering plant, etc. **Champion & Reserve Champion Ribbon**

HORTICULTURE / LANDSCAPE DESIGN Exhibit Suggestions: •A 3D model of a landscaping design (24x36 inches) •A binder detailing the exhibit with photos, design, budget, key explaining certain pieces in the design, etc..

•A colored design of the layout with colors. Adding explanation of why certain colored plants and what they add to the design.

•U sing a computer and designing landscaping, garden area or new treeline development.

•A display about turf management of golf courses vs baseball fields and why certain types of grasses are used.

•T ypes of turf grasses for home use.

•C reating a landscape project for a nursing home, hospital or other places with people in care. Using plants or bird feeders for patient comfort.

•D iscussion options of either annual or perennial plants used.

•P ollinator gardens Requirements: • I nclude a design (paper or 3D model) • I temization of supplies, plants, trees, grasses, rocks, bricks, pavers, gates/fences, structures, and other materials used in the design •A budget • I f multi-year, describe the yearly benchmarks.

• I dentify software or computer programs used.

•M entions elements of landscape design such as: Balance, Focalization, Simplicity, Rhythm and Line, Proportion, and Unity. **Champion & Reserve Champion Ribbon**

INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY / METAL WORK Exhibit Suggestions: •M etal work is the creation of metal structures by cutting, bending and assembling processes. It is a value-added process involving the creation of machines, parts, and structures from various raw materials. Could also include a display on properties, uses, or processing of metals • I t is encouraged that youth provide a binder or supporting documentation about the work on the project - pictures of the process, statement of materials purchased or tools utilized, etc.

INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY / WOODWORKING Exhibit Suggestions: •W oodworking is the skill of making items from wood (or wood substitute/alternative product), and could include cabinet making (cabinetry and furniture), wood carving, joinery, carpentry, woodturning or other wood manipulation techniques. Could also include a display on properties, uses, or processing of wood or wood alternatives.

• I t is encouraged that youth provide a binder or supporting documentation about the work on the project - pictures of the process, statement of materials purchased or tools utilized etc.

Requirements: •P lease contact 4-H staff if your project is an oversized exhibit. **Champions & Reserve Champion Ribbon**

MECHANICAL SCIENCE Project Description: Includes (but not limited to) automotive, implement, heavy equipment, recreation vehicle, small engine, tractor, electric, type of projects. Includes past projects of Electric, Small Engines and Tractor.

Exhibit Suggestions:

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PLANT & SOIL SCIENCE An exhibit focusing on any mechanical science area such as (but not limited to) automotive, implement, heavy equipment, machine, recreation vehicle, small engine, tractor, electric: • An educational display of some aspect of a machine or a piece of equipment use, operation, modification, repair, care, reconditioning, etc.

• An educational display on the history, purpose, technology or design of a machine or a piece of equipment.

• Engine that has been reconditioned or repaired.

• A device constructed by a member utilizing a power source.

• Restoration of an engine, vehicle, tractor, machine or implement (body work and/or mechanical) • Modification of an engine, vehicle, tractor, machine or implement • If bringing an engine, vehicle, tractor, machine or implement as a project, consider including a binder or display outlining your project process from research to project completion.

• Diagram of wiring in your home/farm showing switch locations, fuse boxes, wire size, capacities, fuse sizes, total bulk wattage, appliance wattage, number of circuits, and type of wiring installation.

Requirements: • Motorized projects must adhere to safe building and operating design.

• Check space and transportation requirements for large exhibits with your local Extension Educator. Large exhibits may be displayed outdoors • Fuel must be removed from exhibits for display (fuel can be added for judging purposes, but then removed after judging for safety purposes).

• A colored wiring diagram or schematic must accompany all electric and electronic exhibits. Safety must be reviewed when working with electricity. **Champion & Reserve Champion Ribbon**

NATURAL RESOURCES Note: To include Entomology, Exploring the Environment, Forest Resources, Geology & Water/Wetlands projects NATURAL RESOURCES / ENTOMOLOGY Exhibit Suggestions: • Projects can include but is not limited to life history displays (e.g. insect life cycle, honey production process, etc), scientific investigation (e.g. insect habitats or effects of environment factors on insects), insects in current events (e.g. pollinators, butterfly tagging, invasive species, protected or declining species), insects in our ecosystem (food source, roles in food production, behaviors, health or disease, etc) • Live projects (e.g. bee or ant colony) • Utilize the scientific method to learn about insects. Remember to introduce the subject, describing the process (materials and method), predicting an outcome, stating the results, and discussing any conclusions. Get involved and share what you learned through citizen science projects.

• Collections- cases can be purchased through a variety of vendors or homemade.

- S pecialty insect collection can include but is not limited to a collection of a single order (e.g. Coleoptera or Lepidoptera), a collection of immature insects, a collection of insects from a particular habitat (e.g. aquatic, forest, or prairie) or a collection of economic pests of a specific crop (e.g. insects attacking corn).

- G eneral collection- starter collection should have 10-20 insects, goal is to get to 50 species of adult insects representing at least 8 orders. Each year add or replace insects. A full 50 species case would be approximately 19” x 16.5” x 3” to 24” x 18” x 3”.

Requirement: • Emphasis of the project must relate to an aspect of entomology.

Project must demonstrate specific knowledge of insects. Be prepared to discuss references and sources (e.g. books, magazines, internet, interviews with an expert etc.)

• Displays or booklets on entomology topics should include references and sources. Pictures, drawings, charts, tables, or other figures may be used to support understanding.

• Live projects (e.g. bee or ant colony) will be accepted if the project can be self-sustaining for up to 14 days without special care. A written report or journal should accompany the project. Pictures, drawings, charts, tables, or other figures may be used.

• Collection shall be contained in one see through enclosed case.

Arrange so that the case may be displayed in a horizontal position.

Place the project label on the lower right corner of the top.

Exhibit Suggestions:

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-S & pecimens be properly labeled. **Champion Reserve must Champion Ribbon** ■ The location, date, and collector must be included on the labels. County and state (and country, when applicable) are minimum location information that should be included. It is valuable to include the nearest town or township where Requirement: the specimen was collected, the type of habitat it was collected fromcrop) (e.g.similar on elmintree; lake shore;identified indoors.), - Twelve potatoes (this year’s sizeon with variety on a 3 x 5 card. and the common name of the insect.

■ All labels should be visible so they can be read. Use a -Bring container for display, usually white box or crate. permanent ink marker, pencil or print labels from a Exhibit Suggestions: computer.

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- Educational display illustrating diseases and control, methods of mulching and reasons, causes and effects of sun scald.

EXPLORING THE ENVIRONMENT **Champion & Reserve Champion Ribbon**

Project Description: Explore the relationships and interactions of plants, animals, humans, and their ecosystems through the specific challenges they face and/or solutions they offer.

Exhibit Suggestions: Requirement: •D isplay or video about environmental challenges, such as climate - Eachchange, Item should include information listing: pattern book and & name, pollution, erosion, etc., describing the causes their fiber content batting, care instructions.

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Exhibit Suggestions: •D isplay showcasing your participation in an event such as a BioBlitz - A quilted item, any finishing acceptable. or naturalist program, or technique other citizen science project to collect data - Repair of anraise old quilt. and/or awareness.

- A display showing the history fabrics and patterns used in •C omplete a community mapoforquilting, assessment, to observe environmental quilting, or aand topic of your choice. needs community assets. **Champion & Reservehiking, Champion Ribbon** •V log detailing camping, paddling, backyard, and other explorations/adventures •A display or journal of Minnesota plants, insects, animals, birds or fish.

Include pictures or drawings and information on habits, foods, and shelter needs.

•C ollection of wildflowers growing near where you live or a place you Exhibit Suggestions: visit.a safety issue of your choice. Ideas include traffic safety, home - Explore •E xperiment to local environmental engineering and/or safety, farm safety,related community safety, fire prevention, and first aid kit. technology such as urban design, pocket prairies, Include an item forapplications: display representative of project activity. roadside management, eco-friendly buildings, etc.

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Requirement: • Follow local or state policies for collecting, removing and/or transporting plants and other organisms NATURAL RESOURCES / FOREST RESOURCES Exhibit Suggestions: • Identify the parts of a tree and what they do with a poster or collection of leaves, seeds, needles, etc.

• Display showing tree growth; annual ring cross-sections; make a seed collection.

• Prepare a report with drawings about your favorite tree--include name of tree, drawings or pictures of tree, facts and uses of the tree, and other appropriate information.

• Display showing layers of the forest; renewable versus non-renewable resources; forestry careers; leaf and twig identification; taxonomic keys; nutrient road maps.

• Display on forest ecosystem health such as succession; tree and forest measurements; fire’s effect on the forest; how trees grow; forest types; harvesting methods; pathology of the forest, invasive species, human impacts on the forest.

• Photographic display or report on forest products or industries, including maple syrup production; wood products; Christmas trees or others (recreation, wildlife, etc.).

• Display on woodland management such as policies created by the U.S. Forest Service or specialized design including shelterbelts/ windbreaks and urban forestry.

• A video or display about the human health benefits from trees, and what role trees play in global ecology.

• Organize or take part in a mass tree planting and calculate the amount of carbon that will be offset • Explore the history of forestry through the lens of indigenous practices or the effects of treaties. How have these relationships impacted people and landscapes?

Requirement: • Please follow local or state policies for collecting, removing and/or transporting plants and other organisms • Specimens should be mounted on cardboard or other sturdy material.

NATURAL RESOURCES / GEOLOGY Exhibit Suggestions: • Display of rocks, minerals, gemstones, a rock plate; can be displayed in an egg carton for younger youth, or in a display case as youth progresses in the project; include in the display, labels of specimen name and location collected.

• Rocks, minerals, or fossils from within Minnesota or on a definite theme such as metamorphism, weathering, quartz minerals, ores, or a theme of your own choosing.

• Polished rock specimen; include an unpolished specimen of each rock type for comparison.

• Educational exhibit showing the “science how’s and why’s” dealing with the principles of geology and natural earth sciences.

• Exhibit explaining the three main rock types (Igneous, Metamorphic, Sedimentary) include examples of each.

• Model of a geologic earth structure or feature such as volcano, mountain range, plate tectonics, earthquake, cave, glacier.

• Timeline of geological time scale.

Requirement: • Attach specimens securely to a backboard and display in a glasstopped case of the same model as used by the entomologists (approximately 19” x 16.5” x 3”). Specimens should be approximately 2” x 2”. Label each specimen using the label described on page seven of the Geology Manual. Size of label may be reduced to fit display case, if needed. Attach specimens so they will not fall if case is set on its edge. Member must have knowledge of how specimens are identified as to rock or fossil type.

NATURAL RESOURCES / WATER RESOURCES Exhibit Suggestions: • Demonstrate water’s unique chemical/physical properties, such as how heat and salt affect water density or how a wetland ecosystem changes throughout the seasons • Project showing how water is necessary for life, such as a display on water/wetland ecosystem services like filtration or nutrient cycles from plants • Share how water connects earth systems like a poster displaying your local water cycle or watershed • Research your local water body’s thermoclines or nutrient cycles

•D isplay on how water is used by people, such as: - A record tracking your family’s water footprint at home, or - A model showing stormwater runoff, or - A map showcasing water accessibility or insecurity in a specific region of the world •E xhibit detailing water/wetland resource management measures like erosion control practices, and terraces, or a map of local, regional, state, or global water bodies and water quality.

Requirement: •F ollow local or state policies for collecting, removing and/or transporting plants and other organisms

NEEDLE ARTS Exhibit suggestions: •A ny item made by the member using the techniques of knitting, crocheting, embroidery and crewel, counted cross stitch, needlepoint, hardanger, weaving, appliqué, latchhook, tatting, hand embellishments, felting, hand embroidery.

•C onsumer Product Analysis: Comparison and evaluation of materials, supplies, or accessories used for a needle arts technique.

•P oster or display showing how needlework product is or could be priced, advertised and marketed.

•P oster or display comparing different techniques of a particular needle art (ex. different felting techniques, different stitches).

•P oster or display showing how to care for your project supplies (ex. storing, organizing, cleaning).

Requirements: •T his project area is for projects created using a hand needle, hook, shuttle or loom.

•E ach exhibit must include a consumer information tag, if appropriate, with the following information: pattern name and source, fiber content, and care instructions.

•E xhibitor should be prepared to discuss techniques, fiber content, care instructions, and cost. Exhibitor is encouraged to bring instructions, pattern, or other educational sources used.

•P rojects must be finished and ready to display. If an item is framed, a wall hanging, or to be displayed on a wall, it should be finished and ready to hang.

•P roject kits are acceptable in this project area. The project must meet all other requirements.

•m useum. Exhibit must include information about how item should be preserved. **Champion & Reserve Champion Ribbon**

PERFORMING ARTS Judging will be on Thursday, July 21 @ TBD Requirements: •E xhibit can be either a performance or an exhibit that shows a member’s involvement or interest in the performing arts.

•E ntries in Performing Arts are distinct from Share-the-Fun in the intention behind the entry. Performing Arts entries will be judged based on the criteria identified below and on an individual basis, even in group performances.

•A n exhibitor may submit entries in both performance and nonperformance based classes (e.g. a member may perform a puppet show that they wrote as a performance based exhibit and submit the script as a non-performance based exhibit PERFORMANCE BASED Exhibit Suggestions: •P erform a short story, show scene, music selection, dance, monologue, poetry, etc.

Requirements: •A performance in music, dance, drama, etc.

•A performance cannot last longer than 5 minutes.

•P erformances may be given as a solo, duet, or a small group.

•T o be eligible for State Fair, the member must be able to discuss the process of selecting, planning, performing and reflecting on their project work.

•T he technique and artistry of the performance will be considered.

NON-PERFORMANCE BASED Exhibit Suggestions: •A n educational display on some aspect of music, drama, dance, or performing.

•A journal or scrapbook (with written statements) of current

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performing arts experiences.

• A written piece such as poetry, sheet music, or other physical artifact intended for performance created by member.

Requirements: • An exhibit such as a poster or display that shows a member’s involvement or interest in the performing arts.

• To be eligible for State Fair, the member must be able to discuss the process of selecting, planning, creating and reflecting on their project work.

• The workmanship, general appearance and technique used to develop the exhibit will be considered. **Champion & Reserve Champion Ribbon**

SHARE-THE-FUN Judging will be on Thursday, July 21 @ TBD Two acts are chosen to represent Freeborn County at the MN State Fair. (Individual completed 6th grade for state.)

• Youth prepare & perform a dance, play, skit, musical, instrument, recite a reading, etc. for pure enjoyment of presenting for fun.

PETS Note: To include Dog, Cats & Pets projects CATS Exhibit Suggestions: • Educational display explaining cat care, health, nutritional needs, etc.

DOGS Exhibit Suggestions: • Educational display explaining dog diseases, breeding, training, caring for dogs at humane society, information about therapy dogs, etc.

PETS Exhibit Suggestions: • Educational display explaining pet care, health, nutritional needs, etc. **Champion & Reserve Champion Ribbon**

PHOTOGRAPHY Requirements for BOTH Elements of Photography and Photo Manipulation: • All photos exhibited must have been taken/produced/enhanced by the exhibitor during the current year • The exhibitor’s name, club, county and exhibit class should be clearly printed on the back of the exhibit.

• Unaltered 4”x6” photos must be attached to the back of any exhibit • For safety, picture frames or glass are not allowed • Exhibits with multiple photos should use 4”x6” prints • Enlarged photos should be 5”x7” or 8”x10” • Photos should be mounted on a mat board or poster board using neutral colors (white, tan, gray or black). Do not use construction paper or colored paper.

• Use a 14” x 22” board for 5 or more photos in an exhibit. Cut smaller boards for enlargements • Exhibits should reflect the appropriate size for the item designed, e.g. the photos used for an ornament, a calendar, a poster, or brochure would require different sized photographs.

Equipment: Use any device capable of capturing a photographic image to be printed: digital or film camera, cell phone, tablet or drone. A computer, phone or tablet is required for photo manipulation.

Please note: Supervision of the drone operator is important until they understand not only how to use a drone but also understand the etiquette and rules for using the drone. For information see: https//www.faa.gov>uas (unmanned aircraft systems) Photo/Video Release Form - It is important to learn how to use this form when including any person in your photograph that is NOT in 4-H. This verifies that the subject has agreed to have their photograph taken. Keep this signed form in a file. Here is a link to the Talent release form in English and Spanish This presentation explains what the difference is between elements and manipulation, software options and information on how to talk to a judge.

State Fair photos, examples of Photo Manipulation This presentation explains “How to Prepare Your 4-H Photos for the Fair” or there is a video for more advice and examples.

Elements of Photography This exhibit will focus on what makes a good photograph (composition, light, shutter speed, color, depth of field, leading lines, etc). Only select whole image edits or modifications are allowed in post-production. Postproduction is any adjustment made after the photo is taken using editing software. Allowed whole image edits must be applied to the entire image and not specific areas of the photo. Allowed whole image edits include: •c ropping •e xposure correction •c olor saturation •c ontrast • s harpening •c onversion to black & white On-camera filters: a physical filter that attaches to the camera lens (neutral density, polarizer, various colors, etc) are allowed.

Exhibit Ideas: 1. Photo Story: •S how a town’s history or a family history. This could include photos of historic buildings, old photos copied from the historical society or library, family or individual portraits, etc.

•D evelop a documentary of another of yours or a friend’s 4-H project or of your 4-H club’s community service project •D ocument environmental issues such as the plight of pollinators, pollution, soil erosion, or the steps taken to improve the environment •P resent a day in the life of – farm or city youth, a local professional person such as a school nurse or a firefighter, law enforcement office, or other interesting personality •E xhibit a series of photos on how to make or do something 2. Common Theme or subject: •D isplay a series of 3 to 7 photos of a common subject such as people, buildings, landscapes, animals, seasons, action, nature, weather, close-ups, etc.

3. Showcase a Photographic Elements: •D isplay a series of 5 to 7 photos that illustrate some photographic element such as composition, lighting, shutter speeds, depth of field, color, contrast, cropping, etc.

4. Panorama: •S how a single image created in camera or a triptych (set of 3 photos intended to be used together) of several images created by moving the camera. A triptych may consist of separate images that are variants on a theme, or may be one larger image split into three.

PHOTO MANIPULATION This exhibit will focus on using photography to show creatively edited photos and how photography is used in everyday life. Software editing is required for this category and may include: • l ayering •a ll digital filters (except black and white) •c reative coloring • r emoving or adding objects • t ext additions •e tc.

Entries in this category must involve editing with software such as Photoshop, Lightroom, IPhoto, Picasa, Gimp, Picmonkey, Pixi, Microsoft Publisher, etc. Please view the “Introduction to Photo Manipulation” slideshow for specific examples and explanations.

Stock photos are not allowed. A stock photo is a photo taken by another person (not yourself) who has licensed their photo for specific uses by others. All images used in photo manipulation exhibits must have been taken by the exhibitor. Examples of images not allowed include: an image of space (taken by NASA) as the background of your photo or if you want a shark inserted into your composite image, you must take a photo of a shark.

Exhibit Ideas: 1. Composite Photo: Multiple images combined into one image 1. Panoramas (overlapping areas of several photos and stitching them together in post-production) 2. the same person in multiple places within the photo 3. replacing the sky 2. Single Source Image Manipulation •a cne removal, eye enhancement, teeth whitening, etc.

• s elective color manipulations (i.e. converting everything to black and white except items that are the same color red) •a pply digital filters (other than black and white) • r emoving distractions in the background, etc.

3. Photo Series: •M ake a series of 5 to 7 digitally edited photos that illustrate a common

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theme such as environmental issues, plight of pollinators, how to do something, etc.

4. Enlarged Photo: •S how a 5”x7” or 8”x10” print that has been digitally enhanced and illustrates software skills. An unaltered 4 x6” print must be attached to the back of the exhibit.

5. Publications: •S how calendars, brochures, posters that are created using computer software 6. Photo Novelties: •D isplay mugs, puzzles, blankets, or other media on which photos have been printed 7. Slide Show: •M ake a compilation of photos with titles, voice-over or background music. For judging, exhibitors can show their exhibit on a 14” x 22” poster board, computer or tablet. **Champion & Reserve Champion Ribbon**

QUILTING Project Description: Quilting is the term given to the process of joining a minimum of three layers of fabric together either through stitching manually by hand using a needle and thread, or mechanically with a sewing machine or specialized longarm quilting system. (Wikipedia) Exhibit Suggestions: •A quilted item, any finishing technique acceptable. Examples: potholder, table runner, doll quilt, bed-sized quilt •R epair, repurposing, or re-design of a previously finished quilt.

Example: an heirloom quilt with significant repairs or turned into another quilted item.

•A display on a quilting topic of your choice. Examples: the history of quilting/quilting patterns, a comparison of different fabrics or threads, different types of quilting notions and tools, piecing techniques.

Requirement: •A ttach an index card which includes: pattern name and source, fiber content of fabric & batting, and care instructions.

•F inishing techniques may be machine quilted, hand quilted or hand tied. If not quilted or tied by the 4-H’er, exhibitor must state who tied or hand/machine quilted the final project.

•T echniques used, size, and difficulty of the project should be based on the exhibitor’s sewing/quilting experience level. **Champion & Reserve Champion Ribbon**

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Exhibit Suggestions: •A First Aid or Childcare Kit with explanations for the items you included.

•A Public Service Announcement and/or social media toolkit to promote a safety topic of your choice.

•L ist tips for being safe when home alone, such as emergency numbers to call, safety while preparing snacks, keeping doors locked, etc.

•A ttend and report on a safety program such as farm/livestock/animal, fire, food, firearms, ATV, watercraft, wilderness/outdoor, traffic, bike, personal, online, sun/skincare or others.

• I nterview a safety professional and showcase their advice.

Requirement: •A bide by local, state and federal laws regarding your safety topic •P lease contact 4-H staff if your project is an oversized exhibit

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SCIENCE INQUIRY Project Description: In this project area, 4-H youth explore and become confident in the process of doing science through science inquiry. Science inquiry is a systematic process where a curiosity or question is explored, leading to new knowledge or understanding about a phenomenon (an observable fact or event).

Exhibit Suggestions: •V ideo of you exploring the physical properties of slime using different materials/recipes to make slime •D isplay different types of birds feeders you used to determine if there is a preferred bird feeder type in your backyard •P owerpoint showing the different types of frogs you found in a pond as you investigated the difference in the frog species in the spring and the frog species in the summer

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• Display showing the different types of treats and the data you collected as you explored how your dog responds to different treats during training • Tri Fold display board showing the results of your investigation of different types of sunscreen to see their effects on UV beads • Slide show illustrating different water filtration systems you tested and the results you analyzed to identify which one resulted in the cleanest water • Display the rock candy created as a result of investigating how the concentration of sugar affects crystal growth Requirement: • Include the question,issue, or phenomena being investigated • Include description of how a science inquiry process was used to help understand the phenomenon being investigated or studied • Explain each step followed during the science inquiry process. **Champion & Reserve Champion Ribbon**

SELF-DETERMINED Project Description: The Self-Determined project area is intended for those projects that might not fit within other categories and for those learning experiences that members select, plan, and manage on their own. It is distinct from learning experiences determined or guided by others (e.g. school work, club-determined projects). This is not a “catch-all” category but rather is focused on intentional self-directed learning. Members should be able to describe what they did, how they reflected on it, and how they applied what they learned.

Exhibit Suggestions: • A portfolio describing the selection, planning, and management of a service learning project and what the member learned during the experience.

• A trifold display made as part of a school assignment with the addition of an accompanying journal describing the process of developing the display and capturing reflection on learning during completion of the assignment • A photo collage capturing the experiences and stages of development of an event planned and facilitated by the member either individually or as part of a team • A video or digital blog capturing the “behind the scenes” work, reflection, and application of concepts done by an individual member while working as part of a team on a project or assignment A lego creation (not a kit) intended to include some deeper thinking and learning that is not encapsulated in any other project, requiring the exhibitor to create their own learning path.

Requirement: • A self-determined project will be judged primarily on the selfguided learning experience. While the artistry and craftsmanship of the exhibit itself will be considered, emphasis will be placed on the selection and identification of the self-guided learning experience and the ability of the member to convey the experience and what was learned from it. If the member wishes to be judged on the exhibit’s craftsmanship or artistry, the exhibit should be entered within the appropriate project area (e.g. a project in seed art should be submitted within Crafts and Fine Arts project area if looking to be judged on the quality of the final product and the process and learning associated with its assembly).

• Exhibits consisting of projects or assignments done for school or other organized learning environments must indicate how the member went above and beyond the requirements of the assignment/project and individualized the learning to meet their own goals and desired outcomes.

• Exhibits may be submitted by individuals or teams. A team may consist of not more than three (3) individuals. Team members will be judged collectively.

• To be eligible for the State Fair, the member(s) must be able to discuss the process of selection, planning and management of a selfdetermined learning experience. **Champion & Reserve Champion Ribbon**

SHOOTING SPORTS / WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT Exhibit Suggestions: • Safety techniques applied to shooting activities (e.g., range commands and range safety, eye and ear protection, cleaning a firearm, dressing for safety-first aid, survival skills, etc.).

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• Shooting Skills (e.g., basic safety rules, basic parts and functions of each piece of equipment, care and maintenance, accessories, position, etc.).

• Design and create shooting sports equipment (e.g., pellet stand, kneeling role, target stand, quiver, etc.)

• History and nomenclature of firearms.

• Sportsmanship: Ethical behavior and responsibility.

Requirements: • No explosive materials are allowed. Arrow tips or broadheads should be removed for display but may be included as part of the judging experience if secured for safety.

• Exhibits including firearms & bows must be sporting varieties only.

Exhibitors must include a color photo of the item to be left on display - bows and firearms will not be left on display. The photograph should be taken prior to the county fair and attached to the display.

• MN and 4-H regulations for handling and storing firearms must be followed. **Champion & Reserve Champion Ribbon**

VETERINARY SCIENCE Project Description: Veterinary Science is a more in depth project exploration around veterinary science topics. Be prepared to discuss research techniques and source information as part of the project judging.

Exhibit Suggestions: • An exhibit focused on technology or industry advancements in veterinary science • An exhibit on diseases of animals focusing on the history, management, prevention, etc.

• An exhibit on use of different medications in veterinary science focusing on dosage, records, implications of use, impact on the industry • An exhibit focused on surgical and nonsurgical procedures used in veterinary medicine (spaying/neutering pets, embryo transfer, wellness visit, etc.).

• An exhibit focused on careers in veterinary science exploration (such as job shadowing, interviews and opportunities) • Create a 3-D model of the skeletal system of the animal of your choice **Champion & Reserve Champion Ribbon**

VIDEO / FILMMAKING Video/Filmmaking – Production Team (2-3 members per team/can come from different schools and/or grades Requirements: • It is encouraged that when developing a 4-H video/filmmaking exhibit, members will develop skills beyond the classroom • It is recommended that the video/filmmaking exhibit be 3-5 minutes and no longer than 10 minutes.

• All video/filmmaking exhibits must be made by the exhibitor OR By a production team of which the exhibitor must be a member • The exhibitor’s name, grade, and club must be clearly printed on all exhibit pieces. It is recommended that the video/filmmaking exhibit be 3-5 minutes and no longer than 10 minutes.

• All video/film footage exhibited must have been made/created DURING THE CURRENT 4-H YEAR. When appropriate, (i.e. historical sequences) older video clips can be used, otherwise video content must have been taken in the current 4-H year • The member should provide the video file even if sending it electronically.

• Video/film must be presented on DVD, USB, flash drive or data CD. • Video can also be delivered via Youtube, Vimeo, Frame.io or similar online based presentation sites.

• Video/film needs to be in presentation form, including a title and credits • The video/film must be original material, portions from other sources must be documented and have a copyright release, including music. Any video/film exhibit, which appears to contain copyrighted material, including music, will not be publicly displayed unless the exhibitor has • written permission from the producer to use the material in the video/ film. Portions and music from other sources must be documented and have a copyright release.

• A computer must be brought for viewing the video/film during the conference judging, otherwise other arrangements need to be made in advance with the 4-H staff

•V ideo/film must be playable on Windows, use file format including .WMV, .FLV and .MPEG, .AVI, .MOV, .AVCHD, .MPEG-1, .MEG-4, as well as a playable DVD. •V ideos can also be delivered via Youtube, Vimeo, Frame.io or similar online based presentation sites.

Note: This is not a slideshow (see Manipulated Photography for slideshow).

Video Release form-it is important to learn how to use this form when including any person in your photograph or in your video that is NOT in 4-H. This verifies that the subject has agreed to have their photograph taken or be in your video. Keep this signed form in a file. Here is a link to the Talent release form in English and Spanish Equipment: Any electronic device capable of capturing a video image video camera, digital camera, DSLR, time lapse camera or trail camera, cellphone, tablet, GoPro or drone with attached camera (operator must meet age requirements to use a drone).

Note: Supervision of the drone operator is important until they understand not only how to use a drone but also understand the etiquette and rules for using the drone. for information ss: https//www.faa.gov>uas (unmanned aircraft systems) Exhibit Ideas: •S howcase various video/film techniques •A selected subject. Include a short storyboard or outline •A poster that illustrates how a video/film camera works, or how to care for video/film equipment, illustration of computer video/film creation, etc.

•A video/film made by blending computer technology and traditional camera created video/film.

•A video/film using data from trail camera or time lapse camera (stop action video) or drone with attached camera (see note related to drone use).

•A video/film using Claymation or stop action •D ocument environmental issues such as the plight of pollinators, pollution, soil erosion, or the steps taken to improve the environment **Champion & Reserve Champion Ribbon**

WILDLIFE BIOLOGY & MANAGEMENT Project Description: Discover Minnesota’s diverse wildlife habitat in prairies, forests, wetlands or your own backyard. Learn about wildlife populations, diversity, what impacts their habitats, and how to become a steward of the land. Activities may include tracking wildlife, building nesting boxes and exploring careers such as wildlife biologist or naturalist.

Exhibit Suggestions: •C reate a guide of wild animals of Minnesota--describe habitat, diet, and shelter needs.

•A wildlife management plan--show practices related to land use and forest management for wildlife such as controlled burns, logging, planting, etc.

•E xplore basic concepts of Wildlife Management (waterfowl wingboards, birdhouse trails, carrying capacity, game animal habitat requirements, history of game management, etc).

•E xplain some factors that threaten or endanger animal species such as urbanization, climate change, or habitat loss. Or explore a species that went extinct and why it happened.

•B uild a bird or bat house, nesting structure, hibernaculum, animal shelter or feeder and explain the history of artificial shelter structures how it can benefit a species.

•S how a photo you took, a sketch you drew or a poem or story you wrote about your favorite wildlife encounter •D isplay a collection of identified wildlife scat (droppings), skulls or skins. How do they differ? Why? •S how how wildlife can be classified into herbivores, carnivores or omnivores using skull diagrams •W rite a wildlife landscape habitat plan •R eport on animal adaptations, such as animal camouflage. How do adaptations of plants and animals match the environment they live in?

•M ake a display that details a food chain/web of a particular habitat.

•E xplain the life cycle of your favorite wild animal in a video, poster or display.

•S hadow or volunteer at a nature center or park and share your experience using a journal, video, or display. Learn about rules and policies in place to protect or manage certain species of wildlife.

Requirements: •A ll wild game used in exhibits must be tagged appropriately according to state laws.

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YOUTH LEADERSHIP Project Description: Youth Leadership is a project area that requires the member to discover their skills and then develop those skills and share them with others. This might happen individually or with a group. Members exhibiting in this project should be prepared to discuss and/or have written information about what they learned about their ability to lead a project. Members should share how they’ve built an understanding of self, developed skills, learned how to work with others, overcome obstacles or adjusted goals, developed understanding of making decisions, and/or managed and or worked in groups.

Exhibit Suggestions: • Share your youth leadership experience. This could include your 4-H youth leadership journey, or your leadership in an organization within your school or community.

• Share what you gained and shared from a conference or retreat you attended.

• Share a personal development plan you have implemented • Develop a (career and/or college prep) portfolio • Develop a presentation that illustrates how you’ve built understanding of self, developed communication skills, learned how to work with others, developed understanding of making decisions, and/or managing and/or working in groups.

• Lesson plan you’ve developed • Meeting outline or agenda developed by youth • Scrapbook outlining participation in leadership programs. Includes personal reflection on leadership growth and development.

• Share how you have taken the lead on a service project, and what leadership skills you gained through the project.

• Share how you have served as a mentor and/or teacher to younger youth (could be with a project area, a club activity or officer role, etc) **Champion & Reserve Champion Ribbon**

PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS Thursday, July 21 @ TBD A schedule of times will be sent out to participants.

DEMONSTRATIONS Demonstration - Individual Demonstration - Team **Champion & Reserve Champion Ribbon** LIVESTOCK DEMONSTRATIONS *Done @ County Fair* see pg 71 Livestock Demonstration - Individual Livestock Demonstration - Team **Champion & Reserve Champion Ribbon** PRESENTATIONS & SPEECHES Presentations & Speeches - Individual Presentations & Speeches - Team **Champion & Reserve Champion Ribbon** INTERACTIVE DEMONSTRATIONS Interactive Demonstration - Individual Interactive Demonstration - Team **Champion & Reserve Champion Ribbon** Requirements: • Public Presentations may be related to any project that the member is enrolled in or to any area of interest or expertise the 4-H’er has.

Presentations may be an individual or a two-person team.

• Demonstrations are an oral presentation that includes actually demonstrating the hands-on steps required to accomplish a task or process. This most often includes the use of physical objects and actual doing or showing.At the end of the Demonstration there should be something of a “finished product”. Demonstrations may also include the use of supporting visuals like posters, charger or technology-based options like presentation software (i.e. MS PowerPoint, KeyNote, Google Slides). However, the focus of the Demonstration should be on the “doing”, not the supporting visuals.

Presentations may be an individual or team. Individual presentations shall not exceed 15 minutes in length and team presentations should not exceed 25 minutes in length.

• Livestock Demonstrations include: Beef, Dairy, Dairy Goat, LlamaAlpaca, Meat Goat, Poultry, Rabbit, Sheep and Swine and must

include a live animal in the demonstration.. Other demonstrations involving animals can be entered under the demonstration category.

•P resentations & Speeches are oral presentations that present an idea, concept, viewpoint or experience in an educational or informative format (not for entertainment or performative purposes). presentations & Speeches often consist of interaction with supporting visual aids like posters, charts or technology-based options like presentation software (i.e. MS PowerPoint, KeyNote, Google Slides). Supporting visuals may include tangible items, but generally little or no activity takes place with the item. Presentations & Speeches may be an individual or team. Individual presentations shall not exceed 15 minutes in length and team presentations should not exceed 25 minutes in length.

• I nteractive Demonstrations are oral presentations that are continuous and include hands-on audience interaction/participation.

Adequate supplies should be provided by the presenters so that all present can participate in the activity. Interactive Demonstrations may be an individual or team. Interactive Demonstrations are approximately 25-30 minutes in length but for both individual or team. Involving the audience in the process is the primary focus of Interactive Demonstrations and constitutes a major portion of the evaluation results.

•N OTE: 4-H’ers who complete a Public Presentation at the State Fair will receive a $30 cash award. These payments are made in October.

4-H’ers must be grade eligible to participate at the State Fair.

Exhibit Suggestions: •D emonstrations: * Teaching others a project or activity such as taekwondo, making lemonade, slime, macrame, etc.

•L ivestock Demonstrations: * Demonstrate how to care for an animal or prepare it for showing at the Fair. * Teaching others how to tie a halter. * A talk on preventative or veterinary care for a species. * Demonstrate how to tattoo an animal.

•P resentations & Speeches: * A report on leadership lessons learned through a trip to Washington DC * An educational presentation that explores sustainable energy options * A persuasive speech exploring Social Media effects on your mental health.

• I nteractive Demonstrations: * An interactive presentation that teaches the public how to do something. For example, teaching the audience an origami project where they follow along with demonstration step-bystop and create the project with you. * An interactive yoga demonstration where you teach the audience various poses.

TECHNOLOGY Note: To include Aquatic Robotics, Computer & Robotics projects.

Project Description: Youth will become familiar with computers, technology, and/or robotics. Youth can apply knowledge gained and share what they have learned.

Exhibit Suggestions: •R obot, Edison robots, EV3, WeDo, Osmos, VEX: Have a photo of robot if you do not intend to leave robot on display •D isplay the robot using diagrams of programming, photos, booklets, etc •V ideo of robot in action •E xhibit a ROV and operation: show the use in Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) eduction •L earn about cyberbullying and prevention •C reate an educational app •E xplore computer-based careers •D esign computer hardware/software Requirements: • I nclude description, images/photos needed to assist with verbal or written description •D escription(s) can be verbal or written •C omputers, smartphones, etc, can be used during the judging process

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FAIR MUSEUM

Freeborn County Agriculture Hall of Fame The Freeborn County Fair will be honoring persons or businesses and industry that have had an impact or stood out to promote in some significant way agriculture in Freeborn County.

Don’t Miss the Displays on 4-H’s 100th Anniversary

Hall of Fame Nomination. Nominate an individual, family, business or organization that has contributed to the promotion and/or growth of agriculture in Freeborn County. Submit a short story of 250 words or less why they deserve to be inducted in the Freeborn County Hall of Fame.

Nominations should be submitted to the fair office by June 30.

Presentation Ceremony will be Wednesday at 1:00 pm at Entertainment Square

AGRICULTURE HALL OF FAME WINNERS 2015: Lester Perschbacher, Olson Mfg., Camp Courage 2016: Fleet Farm Supply - Nelson Family, Robert Bryson Family, Don Drescher Family 2017: Bernau and Sons and Inc., Carl E. Steele 2018: William Goette, Albert Reynen 2019: Tom Hovde, Larcrest Dairy – Larson Family, Albert Lea Seed House, Ehrhardt Family 2021: Norman Fredin

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ANTIQUE TRACTOR ENTRY

All Antique Tractors Must Be Pre-Entered by The Monday Before the Start of the Fair

ALL TRACTORS MUST BE 1970 & OLDER AND BE RESTORED Name______________________________________

MUST CALL ANTIQUE TRACTOR COMMITTEE Marvin Thompson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 448-3427 Monty & Todd Thoms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 448-3644 Dwayne Anderson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 448-0021 Roger Larson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 507-391-1827

Address____________________________________ City________________________________________ Telephone__________________________________ Model______________________________________ Year________________________________________ Make_______________________________________

MUST BE RESTORED OR MINT CONDITION Mail To: Monty Thoms 12844 800th Ave., Glenville, MN 56036

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Fax 507-377-2213 or E-Mail: freeborncountyfair@gmail.com

Return by Monday, July 25, 2022 Mail Entries to: Freeborn County Fair Box 128, Albert Lea, MN 56007 or

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As an exhibitor at the Fair, I am hereby obligated to buy an exhibitor’s pass or gate ticket.

Please do not include ticket money unless a self-addressed stamped envelope is enclosed.

2022 Freeborn County Fair Amateur Talent Contest ENTRY FORM & RULES

The Freeborn County Fair Amateur Talent Contest is open to all amateur entertainers. Contestants MUST reside in Freeborn County. Professionals or (union musicians or those whose talent is a principal source of income) are NOT permitted to enter. Acts that have participated in the past may compete again, with the exception of the First- Place winner(s) in the Open Division. Former First Place winners in the Pre-Teen Division are required to compete in the Teen Division. Former First Place winners in the Teen Division must compete in the Open Division if they choose to compete again. Former Open Division winners may compete again after two years from the time they won.

Contestants must submit a complete Entry Form to the Talent Contest Coordinator. Entry forms must include the following information on each person in a group: name, address, phone number, age on date of contest, birth date, county of residence, type of talent and title of selection.

Incomplete entry forms will not be accepted. Entries that do not match the information submitted on the entry form exactly will be disqualified.

There will be three divisions. The PRE-TEEN Division is open to contestants ages 12 and under. The TEEN Division is open to contestants ages 13-18. The OPEN Division is open to contestants of any age. Accompanist, when NOT part of the act, may be any age.

The contest will be held on SUNDAY, August 71h at 1 :00 PM for all divisions. The contest will be held at the Entertainment Square on the Freeborn County Fair Grounds. The contest will begin with the youngest entrants in the Pre-Teen Division and progress through to the oldest in each division. A schedule will be posted prior to the beginning of the contest at the stage area. Contestants using costumes should come ready to perform. There are no dressing rooms available other than fairground restrooms.

The time limit is FOUR (4) MINUTES. Points will be deducted for contestants going over this time limit.

There will be no accompaniment provided. Vocalists may use recorded accompaniment, provide the MSF USB that contains musical accompaniment only. ABSOLUTELY NO BACKGROUND VOCALS WILL BE ALLOWED. A sound system will be provided, and a sound technician will be on hand to assist with any special needs. MSP USB should be cued up with your name and division on it as well. All contestants are required to use the sound system provided by the Freeborn County Fair. No warmup time will be allowed between acts. DANCERS - there will be no warm-ups or practicing in or around the stage area before the contest.

Gate admission will be the responsibility of each contestant. Parking is provided on the Fairgrounds. No vehicles will be given special permission to park in the Entertainment Square area.

First, second and third places will be awarded in each division. The first-place winners in each division will be eligible to compete in the semifinal competition at the Minnesota State Fair.

The acts selected to perform at the Minnesota State Fair will be required to perform the same act or musical selection exactly that was performed at the Freeborn County Fair.

All contestants will be judged on quality or performance, entertainment value and selection. Judge’s decisions are final and score sheets will not be released to the contestants or to the public.

Prize money will be awarded as follows in each division: First Place-$75 Second Place-$60 Third Place -$50 INDIVIDUAL OR GROUP NAME______________________________________________________________________________________________________ IF GROUP – CONTACT NAME AND PHONE___________________________________________________________________________________________ ADDRESS___________________________________________________________________________CITY____________________STATE__________________ HOME PHONE_________________________________________________WORK/CELL_________________________________________________________ DESCRIPTION OF TALENT AND TITLE OF SELECTION_________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Act will compete in one of the following: ( ) PRE-TEEN DIVISION (12 & UNDER)

( ) TEEN DIVISION (13-18) *****check ONE Only ( ) OPEN DIVISION (ANY AGE)

CONTEST WILL BE HELD ON SUNDAY, AUGUST 7TH AT 1:00 PM. Entry forms must be received NO LATER than AUGUST 3rd • Please send to Fair Office, PO Box, Albert Lea, MN 56007 or email to freeborncountyfair@gmailcom Call 507-383-6571 if any questions.

Are you a union musician or have you ever performed the, above mentioned, talent as a professional on a regular employment basis? Yes____ No____ Have you ever participated in the Minnesota State Fair Amateur Talent Contest? Yes_______ No_________ If yes, were you a division winner? Yes_________ No_________ Which Division?_______________________ I acknowledge that I have read the entry rules and agree to abide by them.

Signature of Contestant (s)_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ***IF A GROUP, please list each entrant’s name, address, phone, age, birthdate, and county of residence.

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