Salt Spring Island Fall Fair Entry Catalogue

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FALL FAIR ENTRY CATALOGUE

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t o G e v We’ d o o G a S ince 1896, the Fall Fair on Salt Spring has continued to “grow” in exhibits, attendance and the locations where it has been held. Here is a collection of programme covers that show this growth since 1896.

(Programme 1896) This was the first Fall Fair. In pioneer days, locations were referred to by the name of the nearest landing point. Vesuvius Bay was the nearest landing point for the islanders at Central Settlement so the location on this cover lists “Vesuvius” but the Fair was held at Central.

(Programme 1900) The Fall Fair moved to the south end in 1900. As the Burgoyne Valley developed agriculturally, a change of location was made to accommodate the large farming community. The fair was held in the Burgoyne School House.

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(Programme 1911) The Fall Fair moved back to Ganges and was held in the Exhibition Hall (Mahon Hall) built by the Farmers’ Institute (known then as the Island Agricultural and Fruit Growers Association).

(Programme 1959) Fulford Hall was the location of the 1959 Fall Fair, with livestock exhibits in the field of the Shaw Dairy Farm. This was the last fair held on SSI for 17 years as agriculture declined and logging became the prime focus for islanders.

(Programme 1976) The renewed interest in farming resulted in a revival of the Fall Fair. In 1976 it was located at the SS Elementary School on Rainbow Road. Desks were moved into hallways and each classroom held a section. Pens were built by the Industrial Ed students and placed on the Hydro field for livestock. Food concessions and entertainment were held on the main field. A Heritage Exhibit was held in the field portable and proved such a draw that a plan for a Museum developed. The need for a larger venue became apparent over the next few years.

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(Programme 1982) In 1979, the Institute directors acquired the current 9.6 acre site at a cost of $63,000. The question then was how to raise the money.

The possibility of getting a grant required that a “Heritage” component be involved. The old Bittancourt house in Vesuvius (sited on the future ferry parking lot) had to be moved. This was an opportunity to convert the house into a museum on the new property, thus satisfying the heritage component of a grant. Grants of $30,000 for the land and $20,000 for the museum were received. The sale of the Institute warehouse land (where the Fishery is now located) yielded another $35,000.

The next step was to build an Exhibition Hall. The labour was done almost entirely by a volunteer work force. Each weekend a work party was held with the wives providing lunch and the Institute providing the beer! It is said that the cost of labour was 120 cases of beer! The hall opened for the Fall Fair in 1982.

The 8000-sq.-ft. building cost $50,000. These funds were raised by offering debentures to the public in $100, $500, and $1000 denominations, paid at 14% interest. Each year, after the Fair, a draw was held to retire a number of debentures using the revenue that was available. The debt was retired in 1987.

Over the years, the Institute has continued to “grow” with the facilities that are now enjoyed not only at our Fall Fair but are available to other groups for activities during the year. The Institute feels that “We’ve Got A Good Thing Growing” and thanks our community for its continued support.

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Schedule of Events

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

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Wednesday, September 14 11:00 am • Indoor sections open in the 3:30-7:30 pm

• Drop off ALL NEEDLEWORK and AND ALL PHOTOGRAPHY ENTRIES

Friday, September 16

3:30 pm • Fair building open for placing entries (except Photography and Quilts, which must be placed on Wednesday, Sept. 16. See sections for details) 3:30-7:30 pm

• Vet checks of all livestock 7:30 pm • All entries for indoor sections must be placed.

• All entries for livestock sections must be placed (unless otherwise arranged)

Saturday, September 17

• Games of chance open Main Building 10:30 am • Demo Tent - People’s Choice • Entertainment Award for Best Tasting Apple.

• Sawmill Demonstration

• Indoor exhibits open to all • Blacksmith Demo ongoing fair-goers

11:30 am • Sheep Dog Demonstration

12:00 pm • Entertainment

• Livestock judging continues

• Chicken races 12:30 pm • Threshing Demonstration 1:00 pm

2:00 pm

2:30 pm

• Entertainment • Zucchini Races • Entertainment • Tractor Pull • Sheep Dog Demonstration • Sawmill Demonstration

3:00 pm • Entertainment

• Chicken races

4:00 pm • Entertainment 5:00 pm • Entertainment

7:30 am • Admission gates open 6:00 pm • Gates closed

• Indoor judging

• No admittance to the Main Sunday, September 18 Building during judging 7:30 am • Admission gates open 8:30 am • All livestock must be penned 9:00 am –10:30 am

• Start of livestock

• Admittance to the Main Building. Open only to judging...continues all day people with special needs and residents of Senior 9:00 am • Vehicles will NOT be Facilities allowed to move on the grounds until closing 9:00 am • Commercial vendors and

• Commercial vendors and exhibitors open exhibitors open 10:00 am • Free bus shuttle from town to/from the fairgrounds: starts at the Visitor Information Centre

• Food concessions open

• Games of chance open 10:30 am • Entertainment

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11:00 am • Entertainment

• Pet Parade

• Sawmill Demonstration

• Blacksmith Demo ongoing 11:30 am • Sheep Dog Demonstration

12:00 pm • Entertainment

• Chicken races 12:30 pm • Threshing Demonstration 1:00 pm • Farmer Vicky and Daisy the Cow

• Zucchini Races

• Rooster Calling Contest in the Show Ring.

1:30

• Dog Agility in the Upper Level Ring

1:45 pm • Longest lasting rose bloom and dahlia announced 2:00 pm • Entertainment

• Tractor Pull 2:30 pm • Sheep Dog Demonstration

• Sawmill Demonstration 3:00 pm • Rotary Club Muffin Madness

• Chicken races 3:00 pm-5:00 pm • Prize money may be collected behind the main building 3:00 pm • Entertainment

9:15 am • Entertainment

4:00 pm • Entertainment

9:30 am • Demo Tent - Judging the Sweetest Apple 10:00 am • Pet Parade registration

• Free bus shuttle to/from the fairgrounds and the Visitor Information Centre

• Entertainment

• Food concessions open

5:00 pm-6:00 pm

• All entries must be removed (not earlier)

• Gates closed for another year

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Fall Fair Index & Committee 2016

Gate Admission

Please Note: UNLESS INDICATED Area Code 250 applies

Section................................Page............................. Co-ordinator & Phone #s 9 Baking.......................... 24.......................................Carol Walde 653-4329

.............................................................................. Lorna Walde 537-6169 15 Basketry....................... 34..................................Jennifer Healey 537-1222

.................................................................................Pat Moffatt 537-2506

Beer and Wine see Home Wine and Beer 7 Bees.............................. 22....................................Kelly Johnson 537-9321 30 Decorated Business...... 46................................. Marguerite Lee 537-5302 21 Display Livestock - Cattle, Llamas, Miniature Horses,

Alpacas ...................... 39 .............................Jerome Wilkinson 710-9129 8 Eggs............................. 22.............................Aletha Humphreys 930-3338 4 Family Horticulture...... 20.....................................Leah Ashford 538-7929 6 Field Crops................... 21.......................................Dan Lennox 931-8893

..............................................................................Shirley Julien 931-8893 1 Flowers......................... 16...................................Patricia Brown 653-9406

........................................................................... Claudia Clarke 537-9713 2 Fruit.............................. 18......................................Conrad Pilon 537-8931 17 4-H Club...................... 35................................. Loretta Rithaler 537-7503 19 Goats............................ 38..................................... Joanne Burns 537-9333 12 Hobby Arts................... 30.............................. Rachel Bevington 537-8852 11 Home Wine, Beer & Cider...29..................... Harry van Roessel 931-1963 5 Junior Horticulture....... 20.....................................Leah Ashford 538-7929

...............................................................................Alyson Pilon 537-2403 28A Mechanical Restorations...45...................................Rod Bailey 537-8830 28B Restored Vehicles........ 45.................................. Tracey Braiden 537-5417 13 Needlework.................. 31.................................... Susan Paynter 653-9688

.........................................Patti Thomas 537-2813 / Lorrie Storr 537 2695 26 Pet Parade..................... 42...................................Maria Horback 537-6466 16 Photography................. 35......................................Karen Mouat 537-6923 23 Poultry.......................... 40.......................................Mike Hogan 537-5340 10 Preserving.................... 29..............................Shirley Command 537-8380

.............................................................................Carol Johnson 537-2561 24 Rabbits and Cavies....... 41.....................Libby Hughes-Klokeid 653-4099 29 Tractor Pull.................. 46....................................James Sinclair 653-2039 26 Rooster Calling Contest.. 42......................................Arthur Black 537-4833 27 Scarecrows................... 45.........................................Joe Clarke 537-9713 20 Sheep............................ 39...................................Maria Horback 537-6466 14 Spinning & Weaving.... 33................................. Sandra Hodgins 537-5406 22 Swine........................... 40..............................Jerome Wilkinson 710-9129 3 Vegetables.................... 19......................................Conrad Pilon 537-8931 18 Youth Projects............. 37...............................Usha Rautenbach 537-2883

Wine and Beer see Home Wine and Beer

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Adults...................$10.00 Two Day Pass...........$13.00 Seniors: Show your Carecard for $1.00 discount per day AGE 7-17..................$5.00 Two Day Pass.............$6.00 6 & Under................. FREE

INDEX & COMMITTEE 2016

Salt Spring Island Farmers’ Institute

Free admission to holders of valid 4-H and/or Salt Spring Island Farmers’ Institute membership cards. You must show your card at the ticket booth.

Membership cards are available at Foxglove Farm & Garden Supply or from the Farmers’ Institute office (250-537-4755) Cost: SINGLE $20.00 or FAMILY $25.00

Please Note: UNLESS INDICATED Area Code 250 applies

Committee Board of Directors................................................ See page 8 Caretaking...................................... Barry Dunster 537-4755 Commercial Vendors & Exhibitors.Tony Threlfall 537-4535 Data Entry.............................. Doris St. Germaine 537-1635 Dishwashing................................................. SSI Girl Guides Entertainment...............................Maggie Warbey 537-9820 Fair Co-ordinator..............................Rick Vipond 537-4755 Fall Fair Express...................................Gord Ellis 538-1653 Field Co-ordination........................ Tony Threlfall 537-4535 Gate Co-ordination..........Marilynne Cunningham 537-5356 Garbage Collection............................. SS Golf Club Juniors Indoor Sections Co-ordinator........... Gail Temmel 653-4613 Information Tent............................ Terry Clement 537 9889 Institute/4-H Liaison................ Jerome Wilkinson 710-9129 Janitorial...........................................................SS PreSchool Livestock Co-ordinator............ Jerome Wilkinson 710-9129 Museum............................................. John Fulker 537-4895 Parking/Traffic Control.............................. Search & Rescue Media Co-ordinator...........................Rick Vipond 537-4755 Night Security..................................... Stingrays Swim Club Office Co-ordinator...................... Marguerite Lee 537-5302 Rules and Regulations........................................ See page 13 Schedule of Events............................................... See page 4 Senior Tea Garden......................... Joanne Perkins 653-9392 Trophies & Ribbons........................... Information 537-4755 Volunteer Liaison......................... Marguerite Lee 537-5302 Volunteer Centre...........Gladys & John Campbell 653-4336 Zucchini 500...................... Noella & Mike Fraser 537-5393

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VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR

VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR - 2016

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ne of the more enjoyable tasks of the Fall Fair Coordinating Committee is to honour our “Volunteer of the Year”. It is a time to take a close look at our incredible list of over 450 volunteers, their knowledge, skills, patience and good humour, and remind ourselves how lucky we are to live on Salt Spring Island. We must then make the difficult decision to select a single person to toast. This year, the honour is bestowed on Andrea LeBorgne.

For a decade, Andrea’s incomparable mix of organizational skills, energy, teamwork, creativity and sense of humour was a key contributor to the success of our Fall Fair. Her initial interest in the Fall Fair and exhibiting ‘edible things that you can grow’ may have been influenced by her father-inlaw, Alex Mitchell, who had won ribbons with his entries at previous fairs. Later, as President of the Salt Spring Island Garden Club, she assisted a fellow club member, Bob Wright, in the Horticulture Section. In 2005, she volunteered to coordinate the flower section when Bob ‘retired’, then shortly after expanded her responsibilities to include fruits and vegetables, and finally took on the challenge of the entire Horticulture Section in our main exhibition hall.

Over the years, Andrea worked tirelessly to improve all of her horticulture sections. She quite simply made her section and, by extension, the Fair better with a range of simple, fun and ‘do-able’ ideas such as creating educational displays to raise the interest of fair goers in gardening, farming and farm produce; inviting and involving school children to provide art and drawings for displays and wall decorations; and, enthusiastically, embracing and sharing new ideas at Fall Fair planning meetings.

Most appreciated by her colleagues and many volunteers was her teamwork, her willingness to

Andrea LeB orgne help and her ability to get volunteers involved in all manner of preparations for the Fair, such as doing last minute repairs, painting risers, moving tables ... Much noticed by exhibitors and fair visitors alike was the level of attention to detail and care, from table cloths to those information cards that ensured exhibits were presented in the best possible manner.

In her other life, Andrea, a familiar face at the Saturday Market, owns and manages Monsoon Coast Exotic World Spices. She proudly states that she has developed mixtures to transform an everyday meal into a taste sensation. Well, it is obvious to those who have worked with her over the last decade that her mixture of creativity, energy and teamwork carried over into her volunteer endeavours to help transform the Horticulture Section of the Fall Fair.

Thank you, Andrea, for your volunteerism and your many years of dedication to the the Fall Fair and this island community. It is with great pleasure that we honour Andrea LeBorgne as our Volunteer of the Year for 2016.

Fall Fair Coordinating Committee.

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MESSAGE FROM THE BOARD

The Board of Directors

THE Salt Spring Island Farmers’ Institute Board of Directors 2016 Back row: L to R, Michael Hogan, Jerome Wilkinson, Vic Parks, Paul Minvielle (Secretary). Front row: L to R, Bruce Marshall, Marguerite Lee (Treasurer), Riley Byers, Rick Vipond (President), Tony Threlfall (Vice President). (Missing in photo: Terry Clement)

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elcome to the 2016 edition of our annual Fall Fair. Our first Fair was presented in 1896 in Central Hall....a purpose built home for the Fair.....that makes us 120 years old--we may just have a “good thing growing” !!

There have been a few interruptions over those 120 years. A couple of World Wars and a devastating 1930s Depression era interceded, but through all of this our Fall Fair tradition has survived. The Fair keeps growing and its reputation expands. Our Fair has been the recipient of several prestigious awards over those 120 years, with Fair of the Year in the province, three different presentations awarded by the B.C. Fairs Association among them. But the most treasured award of all is the continued support and enthusiasm of our own community.

It takes about 400 volunteers to make the Fair happen every year and our attendance figures would indicate that just about every resident on the Island attends the event.

One of the most outstanding features of the Fair is the level of community involvement.

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Every man, woman and child that enters their fruit, vegetables, needlework, baking, canning and pickling, photography and hobby crafts, prize livestock or poultry can take credit for the success of the Fair. Some of the finest musicians and entertainers in the province present non-stop performances on the stage for two full days. The Farmers’ Institute is just the facilitator, it is all of these participants that make the Fair a success and hopefully set us on a course for the next 120 years.

The only person that fails to co-operate is the weatherman—unfortunately with the extra early springs and the long dry spells in the summer, many of the flower, fruit and vegetable crops are finished before Fair time. There are many varieties that excel in dry conditions, so take a look in your seed catalogue and plan ahead.

Even with this weather trend, last year’s Fair entries were on a par with other years, which proves the old axiom, “The show must go on.”

We look forward to seeing you all at the Fair and hope that you have a “good thing growing” too!!

See you at the Fair!

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SCHOLARSHIP WINNER FALL FAIR EXPRESS SENIORS’ REST AREA

ISABELLA CARLYLE The Salt Spring Island Farmers’ Institute Bursary is presented to a GISS student entering into a field relating to agriculture, horticulture or the sciences. The Bursary Committee independently considered all of the applications for the bursary of $1000.

The committee is pleased to announce that Isabella Carlyle is this year’s recipient.

Isabella’s plans are to attend the University of Ottawa to pursue an Honours Bachelor degree in International Development and Environmental

Fall Fair Express • Having difficulty walking?

• Are the distances too great?

• Want to see and enjoy the Fair?

• Want a pickup and drop off service?

THE ANSWER IS THE FALL FAIR EXPRESS! Two specially adapted golf carts are available for shuttle service on the Fair grounds, which can carry three passengers each. Pickup and drop off is available from the bus stops and at points around the Fair Grounds.

Studies. Isabella will also be studying humanitarian intervention, environmental policies and sustainable development as well as food security and natural resource management.

Isabella also has interests in journalism and filmmaking, and is also committed to working to help address global environmental and social justice issues.

The Institute is pleased to be of some assistance in helping Isabella reach her goals and wishes her well with his endeavours.

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Members of the Salt Spring Island Farmers’ Institute and the Fall Fair Committee gratefully acknowledge the contributions of the following individuals, businesses and organizations:

All Farmers’ Institute/Fall Fair volunteers who help during fair time and throughout the year All section co-ordinators and helpers All entertainers All exhibitors for their time and effort All judges Apple Photo Bittancourt Museum volunteers B.C. Ferries Chamber of Commerce/Visitor Information Centre Driftwood Publishing Ltd. Foxglove Farm and Garden Supply Ganges Country Grocer GISS Athletics Program Gulf Coast Materials Gulf Islands Veterinary Clinic Island Savings Credit Union Larry Cross Mouat’s Trading Co. P.A.R.C. Pharmasave Provincial Ambulance Services R.C.M.P. Robbie’s Bobcat Service

Aims & Objectives The aims and objectives of the Farmers’ Institute are:

a) to improve conditions of rural life so that settlement may be permanent and prosperous. b) to promote the theory and practice of agriculture by lectures, essays, the circulation of information and other educational methods, and to stimulate interest by exhibitions, prizes and other means. c) to arrange on behalf of its members for the purchase, distribution or sale of commodities, supplies, or products and generally to act on their behalf in all matters incidental to agricultural pursuits. d) to promote social intercourse, mutual helpfulness and the diffusion of knowledge and to make new settlers welcome.

FREE BUS SHUTTLE TO AND FROM THE FAIR

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

Acknowledgements

Ruckle Heritage Farm- Mike & Marjorie Lane Salt Spring Archives Salt Spring Garbage Service Salt Spring Island Garden Club and Master Gardeners Salt Spring Golf Club Juniors Salt Spring Girl Guides Salt Spring Island Recycling Depot Salt Spring Island Volunteer Fire Department Salt Spring Veterinary Services Salt Spring Water Co. School District #64 Salt Spring Search & Rescue Slegg Lumber The Rental Stop Bryn Finer and the Blacksmith Group Windsor Plywood The drivers with trucks who haul animals to and from the fair.

The individuals, families and businesses who donate trophies.

And particularly those families in the neighbourhood of the fairground who are inconvenienced by traffic and parking during the fair.

Apologies and thanks to anyone we missed.

Questions?

The Salt Spring Island Fall Fair takes place annually, two weeks after the long weekend in September, at the Salt Spring Island Farmers’ Institute 351 Rainbow Road.

For commercial exhibitor or vendor space information telephone Tony at 250-537-4535 For general inquiries about the fair telephone 250-537-4755 If you would like to volunteer at the fair telephone Marguerite at 250-537-5302 For Farmers’ Institute information telephone 250-537-4755 email: ssifi@shaw.ca • website: www.ssifi.org

NO DOGS ALLOWED!

dogs will NOT be allowed on the fairgrounds.

Exceptions: Sheep Dog Demonstrations • Pet Parade, Service Dogs.

This is for the safety of livestock and visitors.

Please make arrangements to remove your dogs after these events.

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ZUCCHINI DRAG RACES

Zucchini Drag Races Co-ordinators: Noella & Mike Fraser 250-537-5393 email: nmfraser@shaw.ca Get some axles, wheels & a zucchini and you have a zucchini racer! A fun event for all ages! Show up on fair days with a zucchini racer in hand & you can enter a race. If you need help fine tuning your racer, the mechanics will be there to help. First to third place ribbons will be awarded.

TrophIES: CIBC SS Garbage Service Mike’s Repairs

RULES: 1. Size Limit: Length – TBD by the zucchini.

Height – must not exceed 12”.

Width – MUST NOT exceed 10 inches *if it doesn’t fit on the track, it doesn’t race.* ** Recommended zucchini size is 12-20 inches.** 2. Design: Racers will be divided into two categories.

- Stock Zucchini Racer – Axles must go through the zucchini.

- Modified Zucchini Racer – Zucchini must sit on a frame.

- Mini Zucchini Racer (under 8”).

NOTE: Mini track for the smaller racers.

3. Zucchini Cup Drags – ALL ZUCCHINI RACERS MUST BE MODIFIED. - Racer frames must be self constructed using materials of your choice.

- Zucchini’s CANNOT be taped to a skate board, toy car, etc.

- For Zucchini Cup Drags – Registration will commence 20 mins. prior to race time. Please Note: this is an elimination Race for the Trophy.

RACE TIMES: • Saturday & Sunday 1:00pm * No registration required - First Come, First Serve* Age Limit: All ages welcome!!

FARMERS’ INSTITUTE EXPANDS MUSEUM Just imagine: 120 years ago, in November 1896, the very first Salt Spring Island Fall Fair was opened to the Island residents — approximately 500 of them!!

One year earlier, in December of 1895, the Island farmers incorporated the Farmers’ Institute. Those ambitious 65 Island men immediately set a goal to build a hall in which to hold the first Fall Fair. That hall — known today as Central Hall, currently home to The Fritz Cinema — was completed 10 months later in October 1896 and our annual exposition was underway.

Recognizing that the community of Salt Spring Island was basically driven by an agricultural industry, the members of the Farmers’ Institute back in the late 1970s felt it would be appropriate to create a museum dedicated to the settlers of the community, and reflective of the lifestyle and struggles these early pioneers would have encountered.

In early 1980, one of the Bittancourt dowager houses — built in 1884 — was moved from its original location in Vesuvius Bay to its present location on the Farmers’ Institute grounds on Rainbow Road, and then became home to the community museum. As the museum gained credibility and popularity, more and more household items, tools, clothing, pictures and a multitude of other early memorabilia began to trickle in. Suddenly, the

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original Bittancourt house became too small to house the ever expanding collection, and two expansions to the building have since taken place.

As an agricultural organization, the current Farmers’ Institute Board understood that antique farming equipment, and heavy-duty tools also played a significant role in the development of our community; to this end we are endeavoring to create a more complete Museum complex on the Farmers’ Institute grounds. It now includes a complete functioning summer kitchen, a working pump that allows younger visitors to understand how their pioneering descendants got water, a blacksmith’s forge and shop, enhanced antique equipment workshops and improved display areas for our collection of restored equipment — including a restored antique sawmill, which may have produced lumber for several of the Island’s original buildings.

All of this will be on view September 17 & 18 to celebrate the first Fall Fair, 120 years ago. We hope that you will come back another day and spend some time in our museum complex, and leave with a better understanding of the story of the development of your community.

☞ ATTENTION!!! ☞

LAST YEAR’S TROPHY WINNERS…please return your trophies by Aug 15, 2016.

Drop off locations: • Foxglove Farm and Garden • Caretaker’s House, 351 Rainbow Road • Info 250 537 4755 12 © FAIRTIME 2016

BICYCLE PARKING… • Lock your bike to the fence at the Caretaker’s house.

HANDS ON ACTIVITES FOR YOUTH IN THE ANNEX …see pg 44 • Basketry • Art with the Painter’s Guild • Playing with Clay DRIFTWOOD JUNE 22, 2016

Rules and Regulations DEADLINE FOR SUBMITTING LIVESTOCK ENTRY FORMS -

SATURDAY, SEPT. 3, 2016 __________________

DEADLINE FOR SUBMITTING GENERAL ENTRY FORMS -

SATURDAY, SEPT. 10, 2016 __________________

SEE PG. 43 FOR ENTRY FORMS AND DROP OF LOCATIONS.

EXHIBIT DROP-OFF: At the fair grounds • Photography, Needlework, Wednesday, September 14 between 3:30pm-7:30pm • All other exhibits, Friday, September 16, 2016 between 3:30pm-7:30pm • If you are unable to drop off during these times, contact the co-ordinator to make alternate arrangements.

INDOOR EXHIBITS: • No more than one entry per person in each class in indoor sections and field crops is allowed, unless stated otherwise. Choose your best item for the class and then check the other classes in the section to see if your second best item can be entered in another class.

• Exhibits must not have been entered in previous Salt Spring Fall Fairs and should have been made in the past year.

• All entries must stay on display until 5:00 pm Sunday, September 18, 2016.

• The Fall Fair shall not be responsible for any loss, damage, or accidents in connection with exhibits.

• The judges are permitted to open bottles, cut baked goods, taste foods, etc.

• All entries must be grown or made by the exhibitor unless stated otherwise.

LIVESTOCK EXHIBITS: • Veterinary inspections will take place at the time of unloading.

• All animals are to be on the fairgrounds before 7:00 pm Friday, September 16, 2016.

• Any exceptions to arrival time must be approved by the livestock co-ordinator.

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• Any animal showing evidence of infectious or contagious disease will be dismissed along with other animals in the herd, at the discretion of the Fair’s volunteer veterinarian.

• All entrants will be assisted by co-ordinators and/or designated livestock handlers during placement and movement of livestock. This is a safety precaution.

Your co-operation is appreciated.

• Exhibitors are responsible for feeding and watering their own stock.

• They are also responsible for supplying appropriate containers for hay, feed and water.

• Bedding will be provided.

• Exhibitors are requested to clean their stalls and pens before leaving the fairgrounds at the end of the Fair.

• Livestock feed storage space will be available on-site. Please bring sealed containers.

• Minimal on-site parking will be available.

• Registration documents for livestock entries must be available to the judge or co-ordinator upon request.

• Livestock exhibitors need not be the owner of the exhibit, but the owner must be indicated.

NO DOGS WILL BE ALLOWED INSIDE THE FAIRGROUNDS OR IN THE SHOW BUILDINGS. THIS RULE WILL BE STRICTLY ENFORCED. Please see specific rules for Pet Parade.

class. Prize money will be awarded as follows: 1st- $3.00 2nd- $2.00 3rd- $1.00 •Sections 19, 20, 22, 23, 24. Prize money will be awarded if there are three or more entries in a class.

Prize money will be awarded as follows: 1st- $5.00 2nd- $3.00 3rd- $2.00 • Sections 17, 18, 21, 26 and Zucchini 500. There are no entry fees and no prize money is awarded.

RULES & REGULATIONS

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FOR SALE SIGNAGE is not allowed on the Fairgrounds during the Fair. Inquiries should be made to the owners after the closure of the Fair. EXCEPTION: Livestock for sale. Each barn has a “For Sale” notice board and may be utilized by all livestock exhibitors.

NOTE: ALL TROPHIES WILL REMAIN ON SALT SPRING ISLAND

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Horticulture Vegetable Scoring Use this table as a guide when selecting which vegetables to enter in a collection. For example, if you have perfect peppers and perfect onions, the onions would be worth more points in terms of scoring the collection.

10 points........................................ Presentation 10 points.......Potatoes, Onions, Ripe Tomatoes 9 points...............................Peas, Corn, Carrots 8 points.................................... Cabbage, Leeks 7 points...... Beets, Beans, Shallots and Lettuce 6 points............... Green Tomatoes and Peppers 5 points.................Garlic, Broccoli and Squash 4 points... Cucumbers, Swiss Chard, Pumpkins Flowers, Fruit & Vegetables are judged against perfection, not against other entries.

• Enter in the correct class and enter the precise number called for: no more, no less.

• Evaluate the type, quantity, size, colour, condition and form of items, discard damaged or flawed produce.

Judging Standards for Non-Specialized Shows, published by the B.C. Council of Garden Clubs, tells you how to select and prepare horticultural items for exhibition, what constitutes a perfect product, how items should be displayed, how points are awarded and how flaws are evaluated.

• If entry requires more than one item, look for uniformity in size, colour and shape.

• Quality being equal, unnamed entries lose points.

Flower Exhibits are generally judged according to: • Design (balance, dominance, contrast, rhythm, proportion, scale) • Colour • Suitable relationship of material • Distinction and originality • Condition of material Exhibitors are encouraged to consult the STANDARDS. Contact Conrad Pilon, 250-537-8931 for information on ordering an updated copy.

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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS • Exhibits must be dropped off at the Fall Fair Building on Friday, Sept. 16, 2016 between 3:30 pm and 7:30 pm.

• Vases are supplied unless otherwise indicated.

• Height measurements are taken from the top of the table.

• A BOWL is a container, the height of which is less than or equal to the diameter at the top.

• A VASE is a container, the height of which is greater than its diameter at the top.

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• Section 1 • flowers

SECTION 1 • FLOWERS

ENTRY FORM DEADLINE SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2016 Co-ordinators: Patricia Brown 250-653-9406 Claudia Clarke 250-537-9713 Entry Fee: 50 cents per entry, one entry per class DAHLIAS TROPHIES for Dahlias T.W. Mouat Trophy High Aggregate in Classes 101-119.

Mrs. W. M. Carter Trophy Best Dahlia Bloom.

Soul Food Gardens Trophy Longest Lasting Dahlia Bloom Class 122.

Ray Lauzier Trophy Best Novice Entry – Class 120 & 121.

All dahlias, excluding Novice Classes 120 and 121, should have at least two leaves attached to stem, showing above the lip of the vase. No buds allowed except in Novice Classes 120 and 121. Vases are supplied for all classes.

Class: Decorative Types 101. Giant “AA” (10” or over) light or dark colour - 1 bloom.

102. Large “A” (8”-10”), light or dark colour - 1 bloom.

103. Medium “B” (6”-8”) light or dark colour - 1 bloom.

104. Small “BB” (4”-6”) light or dark colour- 1 bloom.

105. Miniature “M” (under 4”) light or dark colour - 1 bloom.

106. Vase of decorative-type dahlias - 4 to 6 blooms, can all be same or a variety.

Class: Cactus Types 107. Giant “AA” (10” or over) light or dark colour - 1 bloom.

108. Large “A” (8”-10”), light or dark colour - 1 bloom.

109. Medium “B” (6”-8”) light or dark colour - 1 bloom.

110. Small “BB” (4”-6”) light or dark colour - 1 bloom.

111. Miniature “M” (under 4”) light or dark colour - 1 bloom.

112. Vase of cactus-type dahlias - 4 to 6 blooms, can all be same or a variety.

Class: Other Types of Dahlias 113. Waterlily type - light or dark colour 1 bloom.

114. Waterlily type - 1 bloom any colour floating in your own bowl (See Entry Requirements for definition of a bowl).

115. Fimbriated type - light or dark colour - 1 bloom.

116. Miniature Ball, over 2”, light or dark colour - 1 bloom.

117. Pompom, under 2”, light or dark colour - 3 blooms.

118. Collarette, light or dark colour 2 blooms.

119. Any type not listed above 2 blooms.

Class: Novice Division (A novice is an exhibitor who hasn’t won five firsts in dahlia classes in any show).

120. 1 bloom under 6”, light or dark colour, exhibited by a novice.

121. 1 bloom, over 6”, light or dark colour, exhibited by a novice.

Class: Longest Lasting Dahlia Bloom This class is open to all exhibitors including novices and juniors. Exhibits may be any type, variety or colour of dahlia. They may be displayed with foliage. Blooms must be fully open when placed. Exhibits will be judged twice: first by the Horticultural Judges on Saturday morning to ensure that the blooms meet horticultural standards; second by the Flower Coordinator on Sunday afternoon to determine which bloom has lasted in the best condition.

Results will be announced at 1:45pm Sunday afternoon.

122. 1 bloom, any type, any colour, any size.

ANY OTHER FLOWERS TROPHIES for Any Other Flowers Leslie Wells Trophy High Aggregate in Classes 201-306.

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201. Asters - 3 blooms 202. Begonia - 1 bloom, under 4”, displayed on moss.

203. Begonia - 1 bloom, over 4”, displayed on moss.

204. Cosmos - any type, any colour, 3-5 stems.

205. Daisy, Gloriosa - 5 blooms.

206. Daisy, Michaelmas - 3 sprays - not over 36” high.

207. Flowering shrub or bush, (not fuschia or rose), 3-5 stems, under 36”.

208. Fuchsia, hardy (bush type), 3-5 stems, under 36”.

209. Pelargonium upright, any colour, single or double, 3 stems with own foliage attached to stem.

210. Geranium, Cranesbill types (hardy), any colour, 3-5 stems, with own foliage.

211. Gladiolus, any size, any colour, 1 spike.

212. Hydrangea, any colour, fresh cut, 3 stems, not over 24” high.

213. Japanese Anemone, any colour, 3 stems.

214. Marigolds - 3 blooms - 3” or over, with own foliage.

215. Nasturtiums - with own foliage your bowl, bowl 4”-6” wide.

216. Petunias - single or double - your bowl, bowl 4”-6” wide.

217. Snapdragons, any type, any colour, 3 - 5 stems.

218. Sunflowers, decorative, bloom under 6”, 3 blooms, not over 36” high.

219. Sunflowers, any type, bloom over 6”, 1 bloom, not over 48” high.

220. Berried Branch, 1-3 stems not over 36”.

221. Zinnias - 5 blooms.

222. Any other flower not listed above - 3 to 5 stems of one kind, not over 36” high.

223. Collection of 5 annuals and/or biennials - up to 3 cuts of each - your vase.

224. Collection of 5 perennials - up to 3 cuts of each - your vase.

Roses - multiple entries are allowed in the rose classes, they must be different varieties. See Entry Requirements for definition of a bowl.

301. Rose Bud - 1 bud, 1 stem.

Any variety, with own foliage.

302. Rose, Hybrid Tea - 1 stem.

303. Rose, Floribunda - 1 stem.

304. Rose, any other type - 1 stem.

305. Rose, miniatures - your bowl, 4”-6” bowl.

306. Roses - a collection in your bowl, bowl not to exceed 8”.

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GREENERY 401. Bamboo, any variety, fresh cut, 3 stems, under 48” high.

402. Eucalyptus, 3 stems, under 36” high.

403. Semi-tropical foliage - 3 stems, under 48” high.

404. Vine: Clematis - 3 stems, max. height 24”, inconspicuous support allowed.

405. Vine: Other variety - 3 stems, max. height 24”, inconspicuous support allowed.

406. Hosta leaves- 3 leaves of same variety.

407. Any other cultivated foliage (i.e. fern), 3 - 5 stems, under 36” high.

ORNAMENTAL GRASSES 408. Pampas Grass, fresh cut, any colour, 3 plumes.

409. Any other grass, fresh cut, 3-5 stems, under 48” high.

POTTED PLANTS 410. Foliage houseplant - any type, pot not to exceed 10” diameter.

411. Flowering Houseplant - any type, pot not to exceed 10” diameter.

412. Container - mixed flowers, any type, pot not to exceed 10”.

FLORAL ART TROPHIES for Floral Art SSI Garden Club Trophy Best Exhibit in Floral Art Dorothy Edwards Trophy Best Miniature Design “Open staging” implies that exhibits in classes 501-505 should be viewed from all sides. Please read the class requirements carefully with respect to what is allowed in your exhibit (i.e., fresh or dried plant material, greenery, accessories, etc.). No artificial flowers or foliage allowed in any Floral Art class. Exhibitors must supply their own containers for Floral Art. Purchased flowers and greens are allowed.

502. “Fill Yer Boot.” Enter your favourite gumboot filled with fresh or dried flowers and plant material. Accessories allowed.

(No artificial flowers or foliage please.)

Overall height should not exceed 36” (measured from table top).

503. Miniature Design “When I Grow Up” not to exceed 5” in any dimension.

504. “Now and Zen.” An exhibit featuring dried/weathered plant material, with or without accessories. No fresh or artifical material allowed in this class. Display in your own tray/dish (any shape) with maximum dimensions 8”W x 8”L x2”D. 505. “We’ve Got A Good Thing Growing” Have fun with this year’s theme using fresh or dried flowers and greenery (no artificial flowers or foliage). Not to exceed 24” tall as measured from the table top, maximum Since 1926, we’ve been 15” wide.

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SECTION 1 • FLOWERS

Class: Longest Lasting Rose Bloom This class is open to all exhibitors including novices and juniors. Exhibits may be any type, variety or colour of rose. They may be displayed with foliage.

Blooms must be open when placed.

Exhibits will be judged twice: first by the Horticultural Judges on Saturday morning to ensure that the blooms meet horticultural standards; second by the Flower Coordinator on Sunday afternoon to determine which bloom has lasted in the best condition. Results will be announced at 1:45 pm Sunday afternoon.

307. 1 bloom, any type, any colour, any size.

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SECTION 2 • FRUIT

• Section 2 • FRUIT ENTRY FORM DEADLINE SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2016.

Co-ordinator: Conrad Pilon 250-537-8931 Entry Fee: 50 cents per entry, one entry per class, unless otherwise stated.

TROPHIES: SSI Garden Club Trophy Best Plate of Apples in Classes 101-111.

Bank of Commerce Rose Bowl Best Entry in Fruit.

Mrs. M.E. Davis Trophy High Aggregate.

Thrifty Foods Trophy Best Entry in Berries.

Don & Arlene Dashwood Trophy Best Entry in Grapes.

Ganges Village Market Trophy Best Entry in Pears.

Apple Luscious Organic Orchard Trophy Sweetest Apple - Class 112.

Natureworks Trophy People’s Choice Award Best Tasting Apple – Class 113.

Note: All fruit varieties should be named. Paper plates supplied for all fruit classes, unless otherwise specified. All tree fruit to have stems on. Apples should not be polished, however, crabapples should be polished.

Apples 101. Apples - Cox Orange - 5 fruits.

102. Apples - Gravenstein - 5 fruits.

103. Apples - King - 5 fruits.

104. Apples - Russetted varieties - 5 fruits.

105. Apples - Spartan - 5 fruits.

106. Apples - large types - 3 fruits, one variety, named, of any of the following - Red Beitigheimer, Herring Pippin, 20-Ounce Pippin, Belle de Boskoop, Wolf River, Warners King, Alexander, Sweet Bough, Peasgood Nonsuch, Jonathan.

107. ***NEW*** Bramley seedling3 fruits 108. Apples - collection - 1 each of 5 varieties - ALL apples to be correctly named (name cards will be provided).

109. Apples - Any other variety - (fall season, before McIntosh) named - 5 fruits - more than one entry permitted in this class; no duplication.

110. Apples - any other variety (winter, McIntosh and later season) - 5 fruits more than one entry permitted in this class; no duplication.

111.Apples - any other variety, name unknown - 3 fruits, 1 variety - one entry per exhibitor. This class is at the judge’s suggestion - it is for apples you grow but do not know the variety. Please provide a short description of when the apple matures, whether it is a winter keeper or not, and what you use it for (i.e. cooking, eating, juice), and anything you know about the history of the tree.

112. Apples - Sweetest Apple - one fruit, maximum 3 entries per exhibitor - variety to be named if possible. If you can’t name it, please provide a short written history of the tree, i.e. where it grows, when it matures, and what you use the apples for (i.e. cooking, eating, juice). This class will be judged in the Demonstration Tent at 9:30 am on Sunday, September 20.

113. People’s Choice Award for Best Tasting Apple. Three large or 5 medium or 10 small fruits per entry, maximum 3 entries per exhibitor. Please name your entries. Judging will take place at 10:30 am on Sunday at the Demo Tent.

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Other Fruits 201. Raspberries - any variety - 24 berries.

202. Strawberries - any variety - 24 berries.

203. Blueberries – any variety – 24 berries.

204. Crabapples - one variety - 12 uniform fruits.

205. Grapes (table) - light - one variety - 1 bunch with 2” stem.

206. Grapes (table) - dark - one variety - 1 bunch with 2” stem.

207. Grapes (wine) - light - one variety - 1 bunch with 2” stem.

208. Grapes (wine) - dark - one variety - 1 bunch with 2” stem.

209. Nuts - Filberts - mature, previous season, no husk - 18 nuts + 6 nutmeats.

210. Nuts - Walnuts - mature, previous season, 12 nuts + 4 nutmeats.

211. Peaches - one variety - 5 fruits with stems.

212. Pears - Bosc - 3 fruits.

213. Pears - Bartlett - 5 fruits.

214. Pears - Anjou - 5 fruits.

215. Pears - any other variety - named 5 fruits - more than one entry permitted; no duplication.

216. Plums - one variety - named - 12 fruits (do not polish).

217. Prune Plums - 12 fruits (do not polish).

218. Any fruit not listed above - 12 small, 6 medium or 3 large.

219. Ground Cherries - 6 fruits with paper intact on 5 fruits, peeled back on 1 fruit 220. Collection of 3 different types of fruits, quantities as above - to be displayed on 24” x 30” mat provided

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ENTRY FORM DEADLINE SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2016.

Co-ordinator: Conrad Pilon 250-537-8931 Entry Fee: 50 cents per entry, one entry per class unless otherwise stated.

TROPHIES: Daily Colonist Trophy High Aggregate - Classes 101 thru 602.

Thrifty Foods Trophy Best Beans.

Alderson-Wallbank Trophy Best Corn.

Thrifty Foods Trophy Best Cucumbers.

Jesse Bond Memorial Trophy Best Potato Entry.

Leslie Mollet Memorial Trophy Best Squash.

P.G. James Trophy Best Tomatoes (ie. do not include tomatillos in tomato trophy).

SSI Farmers’ Institute Trophy Best Collection of Vegetables.

Green Valley Fertilizer Company Trophy Best Vegetable Entry - Classes 101-602.

Note: Plates are supplied for all vegetable classes, unless otherwise specified. Exhibitors to supply their own containers where indicated.

Class: In all vegetable classes it is helpful to the judges if you can name the variety.

Where class specifies “named” you will be disqualified if your entry is not named.

Beans 101. Beans - Bush Green 12 pods, 1/2” stems.

102. Beans - Bush, any other colour 12 pods, 1/2” stems.

103. Beans - Pole, one variety - 12 pods, 1/2” stems.

104. Beans - Scarlet Runner - 12 pods, 1/2” stems.

105. Beans - Shelling - 6 pods whole plus 20 dry beans.

Onions Note: Onion roots for all classes should be trimmed to 1/4”; necks folded over and neatly secured.

201. Onions - Multiplier - 2 clumps.

202. Onions - Red - 6 bulbs.

203. Onions - White - 6 bulbs.

204. Onions - Yellow - 6 bulbs.

205. Onions - Spanish - 4 1/2” or over 3 bulbs.

206. Onions - Shallots - any variety 5 specimens.

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Squash 301. Squash - Green & White striped 2 specimens - named.

302. Squash - Summer - 2 specimens named.

303. Squash – Winter - under 12” in diameter - 1 specimen - named.

304. Squash - Zucchini - any variety under 10” long - 2 specimens - named.

305. Butternut - under 12” diameter - one specimen.

306. Squash - Any other variety - under 12” in diameter or length - 1 specimen named.

Tomatoes 401. Tomatillo - Any variety, any colour - 5 specimens with paper intact, peeled back on 1 fruit 402. Tomatoes - Cherry - stems on - 6 specimens to pass through a 1½” diameter hole.

403. Tomatoes - Red - stems on 6 specimens.

404. Tomatoes - Green - stems on 6 specimens.

405. Tomatoes - Paste - stems on 6 specimens.

406. Tomatoes - Yellow or any other not listed above - stems on - 6 specimens.

407. Tomatoes - Collection - Red, Green, Paste, Yellow - 2 each, stems on.

Other Vegetables 501. Beets - Globe - 6 roots.

502. Beets - Long - 3 roots.

503. Broccoli - Any type - 2 heads.

504. Brussel Sprouts - 12 sprouts.

NOTE: For all cabbage classes, do not remove all outer leaves; enough leaves should remain so the head is covered.

505. Cabbage - Main Crop, 1 head.

506. Cabbage - Red, 1 head.

507. Cabbage - Savoy, 1 head.

Note: Carrot tops for all classes should be trimmed to 1/4”.

508. Carrots - Under 4” - 6 roots.

509. Carrots - Over 4” and under 8” 6 roots.

510. Carrots - Over 8” - 6 roots.

511. Cauliflower - 1 head.

512. Corn - Sweet - 6 ears - husked, ends cut to ½” 513. Corn - Popcorn - 3 ears – husked, ends cut to ½” 514. Cucumbers - Slicing - 2 specimens.

515. Cucumbers - Long - 2 specimens.

516. Cucumbers – Lemon - 3 specimens.

517. Cucumbers - Dill - not over 4” long 12 specimens.

518. Garlic - Elephant - 4 bulbs. Garlicnecks trimmed to 1”, roots trimmed to 1/4”.

519. Garlic - Any other variety - 6 bulbs.

Garlic- necks trimmed to 1”, roots trimmed to 1/4”.

520. Garlic - 1 braid, no decoration displayed on green mat provided by Fair.

521. Garden Herbs (culinary, fresh only) - 5 to 8 bunches, labelled - in your basket, not to exceed 8” diameter.

522. Kale Bouquet - 3 varieties, 3 stems of each in water in your own container 523. Kohlrabi - 3 specimens.

524. Leeks - 3 roots. Roots trimmed to 1/4”, leaves cut to an inverted V. 525. Lettuce - 1 head - roots washed and on, with roots in your container of water not to exceed 8” diameter.

526. Melons - Cantaloupe - 1 specimen.

527. Melons - Honeydew - 1 specimen.

528. Melons - Watermelon - under 12” diameter - 1 specimen.

529. Melons - Any other variety - under 12” diameter - 1 specimen.

530. Parsnips - 3 roots.

531. Peas - shelling, 12 pods 532. Peas - edible pod/snowpeas 12 pods 533. Peppers - Sweet Bell - 3 specimens.

534. Peppers - Hot - 3 specimens.

535. ***NEW*** Peppers-collection 3 different varieties, 3 specimens each variety, MUST be named 536. Peppers - Any other type 3 specimens.

537. Potatoes - Netted types - 6 tubers.

538. Potatoes - Red - 6 tubers.

539. Potatoes - White, not netted 6 tubers.

540. Potatoes - Collection of 3 different varieties - 2 specimens each variety MUST be named.

541. Pumpkins (pie) - under 12” in diameter- 1 specimen.

542. Pumpkins (field) - 12” to 18” in diameter – 1 specimen.

543. Spinach - 2 plants with washed roots, in your container of water not to exceed 8” diameter.

544. Vegetables - any variety not listed above, named - 1 large, 3 medium or 6 small.

545. Vegetable Collection - six distinct vegetables - quantities as above - to be displayed on a 24” x 30” mat provided by the Fair.

Refer to the Vegetable Scoring Table on page 15 for a guideline for selecting which vegetables to enter in your collection.

SECTION 3 • VEGETABLES

• Section 3 • VEGETABLES

Class: Novelties 601. Gourds - 3 specimens under 6” diameter or 1 specimen over 6”.

602. Artichoke - 3 specimens.

603. Veggie Sculpture - “We’ve Got A Good Thing Growing” Create a veggie sculpture that celebrates this year’s theme. Purchased veggies and fasteners allowed. Not to exceed 18” in any dimension.

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SECTION 4 • FAMILY HORTICULTURE SECTION 5 • JUNIOR HORTICULTURE

• Section 4 • FAMILY HORTICULTURE

• Section 5 • JUNIOR HORTICULTURE

ENTRY FORM DEADLINE SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2016

Co-ordinator: Leah Ashfort 250-538-7929 Alyson Pilon 250-538-2043

Entry Fee: 50 cents per entry, one entry per class.

TROPHIES: Bunny Jordan Trophy Best Family Garden Exhibit in Class 1.

Class: 1. Family Garden - to include a selection of vegetables and fruit displayed as exhibitor chooses; preserves and/or dried products in clear glass jars, labelled; vase or bowl of flowers as a home dinner table decoration. You will have approximately 3’ of table space to display.

2 Basket of Garden Produce Assortment of fruit and vegetables judged on produce quality (75%) and artistic arrangement (25%), your basket.

ENTRY FORM DEADLINE SATURDAY September 10, 2016 Co-ordinator: Leah Ashford 250-538-7929 Alyson Pilon 250-538-2043 Entry Fee: 50 cents per entry, one entry per class.

TROPHIES: SSI Garden Club Trophy High Aggregate Junior Horticulture.

Slegg Lumber Trophy High Aggregate age 9 & under.

Slegg Lumber Trophy High Aggregate ages 10-13.

Dragomir Family Trophy High Aggregate ages 14-17.

Flowers & Wine Trophy Best Floral Entry- all ages.

Howard Byron Memorial Trophy Best Vegetable Entry- all ages.

Sunnyside Nursery Trophy Best Vegetable Collection – all ages.

Age of junior exhibitor must be shown on all Junior Horticulture exhibitor tags. Exhibit does not have to be grown by exhibitor unless specified

but cannot be store bought. However - ALL JUNIOR ENTRIES MUST BE PLACED BY EXHIBITOR - NO PARENTAL HELP ALLOWED (except to fetch, carry, and drive, of course! ) Bouquets will be judged first on horticultural quality of flowers, then on the blend of colours and the arrangement in the vase. **NOTE: Classes 107,207 and 307.

Please refer to the Vegetable Scoring Table on page 15 for a guideline for selecting which vegetables to enter in your collection.

Class: Juniors age 9 & under on Fair Day 101. Bouquet for Mom - annual or perennial flowers - maximum 7 stems, your vase or jar.

102. Bouquet for Mom - wild flowers maximum 7 stems, your vase or jar.

103. Any root vegetable grown by exhibitor - 3 specimens.

104. Any other vegetable grown by exhibitor - 3 specimens small or 1 specimen large (entry must fit on one 8” plate supplied by Fair).

105. Herb Bouquet - 5-8 varieties, fresh cut only, named, in exhibitor’s own printing or handwriting.

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Class: Juniors age 10 to 13 yrs on Fair Day 201. Bouquet for Mom - annual or perennial flowers - maximum 7 stems, your vase or jar.

202. Bouquet for Mom - wild flowers maximum 7 stems, your vase or jar.

203. Any root vegetable grown by exhibitor - 3 specimens.

• Section 6 • FIELD CROPS

ENTRY FORM DEADLINE SATURDAY, September 10, 2016 Co-ordinators: Dan Lennox 250-931-8893 Shirley Julien 250-931-8893 Entry Fee: 50 cents per entry, one entry per class, except as noted.

Trophies Green Valley Fertilizer & Chemical Co.Trophy High Aggregate in Field Crops.

Cyril Beech Memorial Best box of potatoes.

Garden Faire Trophy Largest Pumpkin/Squash.

Class: Hay classes call for a bale slice (flake, book) about six inches thick, bound or quilted to withstand handling.

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204. Any other vegetable grown by exhibitor - 3 specimens small or 1 specimen large (entry must fit on one 8” plate supplied by Fair).

205. Herb Bouquet - 5-8 varieties, fresh cut only, named, in exhibitor’s own printing or handwriting.

206. The Great Pumpkin - Judges to measure - judged on circumference of pumpkin, not weight.

207. Vegetable Collection - 5 distinct kinds, named, not necessarily grown by exhibitor but labelled in exhibitor’s own printing or handwriting - to be displayed on mat provided by Fair.

208. Veggie/flower sculpture: “My Favourite Imaginary Pet.” Fastenings permitted - no plastic parts - not over 16” in any dimension.

209. A mixed fruit plate of 3 or more kinds of home grown fruit (not necessarily grown by the exhibitor) but labelled in exhibitor’s own handwriting.

Handwriting will not be judged as part of the overall scoring of the exhibit.

210. Make a Potato Maze! Build a shoebox maze and watch your plant work through your obstacle course searching for sun. Materials provided.

Pick up a shoebox, sprouting potato, and instructions at Foxglove Farm and Garden from June 23-30.

NOTE: Largest maple leaf - see Section 18, Class 9, pg 37.

Class: Juniors age 14 to 17 on Fair Day 301. Bouquet for Mom - annual or perennial flowers - maximum 7 stems, your vase or jar.

302. Bouquet for Mom - wild flowers maximum 7 stems, your vase or jar.

303. Any root vegetable grown by exhibitor - 3 specimens.

304. Any other vegetable grown by exhibitor - 3 specimens small or 1 specimen large (entry must fit on one 8” plate supplied by Fair).

305. Herb Bouquet - 5-8 varieties, fresh cut only, named, in exhibitor’s own printing or handwriting.

306. The Great Pumpkin - Judges to measure - judged on circumference of pumpkin, not weight.

307. Vegetable Collection - 5 distinct kinds, named, not necessarily grown by exhibitor but labelled in exhibitor’s own printing or handwriting - to be displayed on mat provided by Fair.

308. Veggie/flower sculpture: “My Favourite Imaginary Pet.” Fastenings permitted - no plastic parts - not over 16” in any dimension.

309.A mixed fruit plate of 3 or more kinds of home grown fruit (not necessarily grown by the exhibitor) but labeled in exhibitor’s own handwriting.

Handwriting will not be judged as part of the overall scoring of the exhibit.

310. Make a Potato Maze! Build a shoebox maze and watch your plant work through your obstacle course searching for sun. Materials provided.

Pick up a shoebox, sprouting potato, and instructions at Foxglove Farm and Garden from June 23-30.

1. One slice of local hay, non-irrigated.

2. One slice of local hay, irrigated.

3. One slice of oat hay.

4. One slice of straw.

5. Small sheaf of any locally grown cereal grain (wheat, oats, barley, rye, quinoa, or any other cereal grain), named and neatly formed.

6. Local cereal grain, two pounds, threshed. i.e. wheat, oats, barley, and rye etc. Multiple entries permitted.

7. Potatoes, five pounds, boxed, named, brushed, not washed.

8. Largest pumpkin, by weight. Label entry on stem with name on piece of tape.

9. Largest Sunflower - one head.

10. Sunflower head - clean, for seed.

11. Tallest sunflower, measured along length of stalk. It is suggested but not required that the sunflower stalk be attached to a long board to assist in display.

12. Longest zucchini.

13. Largest cabbage.

14. Corn, three stalks.

15. Collection of greenhouse-grown produce, your choice. Arrange on your tray.

Note: Classes 16 to 19 should be representative of their kind, in good condition to have educational value.

16. Collection of agricultural weeds, all named.

17. Collection of medicinal plants, all named.

18. Collection of forage plants, all named.

19. Collection of poisonous plants from field and/or garden, all named.

20. Ears of corn, unopened, as growing on the plant-three ears. Test your ability to pick good ears without “peeking.” Judges will open the ears.

21. Any other field crop not listed, named.

SECTION 5 • JUNIOR HORTICULTURE SECTION 6 • FIELD CROPS

106. The Great Pumpkin - Judges to measure - judged on circumference of pumpkin, not weight.

107. Vegetable Collection - 5 distinct kinds, named, not necessarily grown by exhibitor but labelled in exhibitor’s own printing or handwriting - to be displayed on mat provided by Fair.

108. Veggie/flower sculpture: “My Favorite Imaginary Pet.” Fastenings permitted - no plastic parts - not over 16” in any dimension.

109. Funniest or most unusual looking veggie.

110. A mixed fruit plate of 3 or more kinds of home grown fruit (not necessarily grown by the exhibitor) but labeled in exhibitor’s own handwriting.

Handwriting will not be judged as part of the overall scoring of the exhibit.

111. Make a Potato Maze! Build a shoebox maze and watch your plant work through your obstacle course searching for sun. Materials provided.

Pick up a shoebox, sprouting potato, and instructions at Foxglove Farm and Garden from June 23-30.

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SECTION 7 • BEES SECTION 8 • EGGS

• Section 7 • BEES ENTRY FORM DEADLINE SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2016

Co-ordinator: Kelly Johnson 250-537-9321

Entry fee: 50 cents per entry, one entry per class Trophy: Salt Spring Island Farmers’ Institute Trophy High Aggregate

• Section 8 • EGGS ENTRY FORM DEADLINE SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2016 Co-ordinators: Aletha Humphreys 250-930-3338 Entry Fee: 50 cents per entry, one entry per class

Note: Participants who have not before entered in the class of their choice have the option to enter into either the novice or open category but not both. Participants who have previously entered in the class of their choice must enter in the open category.

Both categories give equal points.

Class 1: Open Liquid honey-two 12 oz jars Class 2: Novice Liquid honey-two 12 oz jars Class 3: Frame of capped honeycombany size frame *Note: The judge will give preference to a deep frame over a shallow or dadant if there is a tie.

Note: It is important that all entries not be identified i.e. egg cartons, and be free of any farm or personal identification marks, as this interferes with judging and could result in disqualification.

NOTE: Points in classes numbered 1 to 12 are totalled to determine the winner of the aggregate point trophy. Classes numbered 13, 14 and 15 are fun/display classes and are not counted in the totalling of points for the trophy. Ribbons are awarded in all classes.

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Class 7: Miscellaneous. Many beekeepers produce secondary products from their hives, using propolis, honey, royal jelly, or wax. We will add classes to accommodate your entry.

NOTE: It is important to weigh eggs before entering to determine the correct class. Minimum to maximum weights per dozen are listed for each of the brown and white egg classes. Don’t be disqualified because your eggs are wrongly sized.

Class: 1. Brown eggs - Small (18 oz. - 21 oz.) - 1 Doz. 2. Brown eggs - Medium (21 oz. - 24 oz.) - 1 Doz. 3. Brown eggs - Large (24 oz. - 27 oz.) - 1 Doz. 4. Brown eggs - Extra Large (27 oz. - 30 oz.) -1 Doz. 5. White eggs - Small (18 oz. - 21 oz.) - 1 Doz. 6. White eggs - Medium (21 oz. - 24 oz.) - 1 Doz. 7. White eggs - Large (24 oz. - 27 oz.) - 1 Doz. 8. White eggs - Extra Large (27 oz. - 30 oz.) - 1 Doz. 9. Araucana eggs – ½ Doz. 10. Bantam eggs – ½ Doz. 11. Duck eggs – ½ Doz. 12. Other eggs not listed above - named - ½ Doz. 13. Largest chicken egg.

14. Most unusual shaped egg.

15. “Decorative Arrangement” - use your imagination to create an arrangement of eggs and poultry items to fit this year’s fair theme: “We’ve Got A Good Thing Growing.”

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ENTRY FORM DEADLINE SATURDAY, September 10, 2016

SECTION 9 • BAKING

With the exception of pies and cakes, display plates will be provided for entries.

Shopland Trophy High Aggregate Classes 201-707 & 802.

Thrifty Foods Trophy Best Bread Classes 201 thru 206.

Barb’s Buns Trophy Shaped Specialty Bread – Class 204.

Ram-Beau Trophy Class 208 - 2nd place.

Co-ordinators: Carol Walde 250-653-4329 Lorna Walde 250-537-6169

Embe Bakery Trophy Best Quick Bread.

Entry Fee: 50 cents per entry, one entry per class TROPHIES South Salt Spring Women’s Institute Trophy Lunch in a Pail.

The General Store Trophy Best Bread Classes 114 &121.

Fantasy Cakes Trophy Best Decorated Cake – Age 10-13 years.

Embe Bakery Trophy Best Decorated Cake – Age 14-17 years.

GISS Student Council Trophy High Aggregate Classes 101 thru 115.

Sanchia Seward Trophy Best Overall Pastry.

Harbour House Trophy Best Dessert.

Ganges Village Market Trophy Best Specialty Cake.

Margaret Howell Trophy Best Decorated Cake Heritage Boutique Trophy Best Small Sweets.

Bright Farm Trophy High Aggregate in Light Hearted Baking Classes.

Mrs. J. Broughton Trophy Donated by the Salt Spring Island Farmers’ Institute for Scotch Eggs.

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Rosette – People’s Choice for Professional Decorated Cake.

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Cakes should be no larger than 12 inches in any direction. All participants are encouraged to use their creative talents to incorporate this year’s Fall Fair theme: “We’ve Got A Good Thing Growing” Note: The age of exhibitor must be submitted with each entry form.

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Preschool 101. Decorated cake- a rice crispy sculpture or decorated cupcake.

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10 to 13 Years Class: 109. Cookies (4) drop - please label.

110. Cookies (4) rolled - please label.

111. Squares or bars (3) any variety please label.

112. Muffins (3) any variety - please label.

113. Dessert Cake - any variety (not decorated) - please label.

114. Yeast Bread - any variety made by hand.

115. Decorated Cake- note size stated in rules.

14 to 17 Years Class: 116. Cookies (4) any variety - please label.

117. Squares or Bars (3) any variety please label.

118. Muffins (3) any variety - please label.

119. Double crusted fruit pie - please label.

120. Dessert Cake - any variety (not decorated) - please label.

121. Yeast Bread - any variety made by hand.

122. Decorated Cake - note size stated in rules.

YEAST BREAD HAND MADE CLASS: 201. White - 1 loaf baked in a pan.

202. Whole wheat, rye, multigrain or any combination of these - 1 loaf baked in a pan.

203. Shaped variety bread - plain or savory.

204. Shaped specialty bread - Ethnic, Festive or Special Occasion.

205. Rolls (3) any variety, plain or savory.

206. Cinnamon Buns (2) uniform size.

YEAST BREAD MACHINE MADE CLASS 207. Any loaf made by machine OPEN TO ALL 208. Any loaf made by machine OPEN TO MEN ONLY. Second place winner of this class will receive the Ram - Beau Trophy as well as a $50.00 gift certificate donated by Pharmasave.

209. Shaped variety bread - any loaf made by machine, shaped by hand and oven baked.

QUICK BREADS Note: Leavened by chemical action baking powder, baking soda, etc.

Class: 210. Loaf or cake - any variety- please label.

211. Muffins (3) any variety - please label.

212. Biscuits or scones - any variety (3) small - please label.

PASTRY Note: All pies must be baked in clear glass plates.

Class: 301. Double crusted apple pie made with local, organic apples. 1st place receives cookbook.

302. Double crusted fruit pie, any variety- please label.

303. Single crusted sweet pie - please label.

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402. Cheesecake - sweet - baked or unbaked any variety - please label, no size requirement.

CAKES Note: These cakes will be taste tested with the exception of class 505 - Decorated Cake. We encourage you to use your imagination and creative talent to highlight this year’s theme: “We’ve Got A Good Thing Growing.”

Class: 501. Chiffon, Sponge or Angel Food Cake (uniced).

502. Chocolate Cake (iced).

503. Any other cake (iced) - please label.

504. Specialty Cake (uniced) - coffee cake, upside down cake - please label.

505. Decorated Cake (not taste tested).

SMALL SWEETS Note: All entries must fit on a 6” plate - plate supplied.

Class: 601. Rolled Cookies (4) any varietyplease label.

602. Drop Cookies (4) any variety please label.

603. Chocolate Chip Cookies (4).

604. Ginger Cookies (4).

605. Specialty or Festive Cookies (4) please label.

606. Biscotti (3) any variety - please label.

607. Squares or Bars (3) any variety please label.

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103. Cookies (4) rolled - please label.

104. 10 Squares or bars (3) any variety - please label.

105. Muffins (3) any variety - please label.

106. Dessert Cake - any variety (not decorated) - please label.

107. Lunch in a Pail - using this year’s Fall Fair theme: “We’ve Got A Good Thing Growing.” Have fun creating a nutritional, old-fashioned lunch in a pail. You may have an old lard pail or you may decorate something to demonstrate an old fashioned pail. No plastic allowed except for a decorated pail if you don’t have a metal one.

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Gluten-free Baked Goods. *Please include recipe with ingredient list.

705. Cookies (4) - Any Variety.

706. Yeast Bread - Any Variety.

707. Muffins (3) or Quickbread (1 loaf) - Any Variety.

802. Scotch Eggs (6).

Note: All entries will be eligible for the Mrs. J. Broughton Trophy for Scotch Eggs. Get out the old family recipes and go for the trophy. These are easier to make than you might think. Note: These entries will become the property of the Fall Fair.

Professional: 803. Decorated cake This is a new category open to all cooking professionals with a talent for decorating. Please limit the size of the entry base to 24” x 24”. The winner of this category will be chosen by the public as a viewers’ choice. The winner will be announced on Sunday at 3 pm.

SECTION 9 • BAKING

LIGHT-HEARTED BAKED GOODS Note: This section is to encourage the use of lower amounts of fats and salt, alternatives to refined sugar and high fibre content without sacrificing taste or texture. *Please include recipe with ingredient list.

Class: 701. Quick Bread - 1 loaf any variety.

702. Muffins (3) any variety - please label.

703. Cookies (4) any variety - please label.

704. Dessert Cake - any variety - please label.

SPECIAL CLASSES 801. Family - decorated Cake.

Note: These entries WILL NOT be taste tested.

We encourage you to use your creative and culinary talents to submit any baked goods that will reflect this year’s theme: “We’ve Got A Good Thing Growing.” This category is open to families and each member must have contributed to the finished product. Please indicate the names of each of the family members and the ages of the children. Please limit the size of the entry base to 24” by 24”.

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Co-ordinators: Shirley Command 250-537-8380 Carol Johnson 250-537-2561

Entry fee: 50 cents per entry, one entry per class Trophies The Pickell Family Youth Trophy Best Youth entry.

IMPORTANT • Standard 8-ounce preserving jars are preferrable.

• All preserves, except dried fruit, must have intact pressure seals or entry will not be judged (wax seals are not acceptable).

• Labels stating the type of jam/ preserve etc. must be on the front of the jar.

• Entrant’s name is to be taped to the bottom of the jar.

• One jar per person per class.

Class: Juniors 101. Youth Age 10 -17 - Jam ,Jelly or Marmalade - any variety.

102. Youth Age 10 -17 - pickles or condiments - any variety.

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Special Note: Preserving section will be judged on Friday night, Sept. 16, 2016. Entries must be placed between 3:30 and 7:30 pm

Jams and Jellies 201. Jam – Blackberry with or without pectin.

202. Jam - made from organically grown fruit - with or without pectin.

203. Jam - any variety - with pectin.

204. Jam - any variety - without pectin.

205. Jam - low or no sugar - any variety.

206. Jelly – Blackberry with or without pectin.

207. Jelly - made from organically grown fruit - with or without pectin.

208. Jelly - any variety - with pectin.

209. Jelly - any variety - without pectin.

210. Jelly - low or no sugar - any variety.

211. Jelly – Pepper- any variety i.e. jalapeno, red, etc.

212. Marmalade – any type.

Other Preserves 301. Bottled fruit - any variety.

302. Dried fruit without sulfites - 6 pieces in a jar.

303. Dried tomatoes - 6 pieces in a jar.

304. Applesauce or other fruit sauces 305. Fruit or vegetable butters (i.e. apple, pumpkin, lemon).

306. Pickles - Dill.

307. Pickles - any other variety.

308. Salsa.

309. Relish - any variety.

310 Chutney- Apple, Plum or Mango 311. Chutney - any variety.

312. Condiments - any variety - chili sauce, ketchup, mustards.

313. Bottled tomatoes. or other bottled vegetables.

314. Bottled salmon.

315. Maple Syrup.

316. Any jar of preserves, jam, jelly or pickles in a basket in keeping with the Fall Fair theme: “We’ve Got A Good Thing Growing”.

SECTION 10 • PRESERVING SECTION 11 • HOME WINE, BEER & CIDER

• Section 10 • PRESERVING

• Section 11 • HOME WINE, BEER AND CIDER ENTRY FORM DEADLINE SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2016 Co-ordinator: Harry Van Roessel 250-931-1963 Any questions contact vanroessel@shaw.ca Entry Fee: 50 cents per entry.

TROPHIES Flowers and Wine Shoppe Trophy High Aggregate in Winemaking.

Wine-Arts Trophy Best Overall Wine from Classes 1 thru 6.

Ron Brunette Memorial Trophy Best wine made from Salt Spring Island fruit or berries.

Gulf Islands Brewery Trophy Best overall beer.

RULES AND REGULATIONS: 1. Classes 1 to 7 - Entries must be LABELLED - 750 ml. bottles.

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3. All exhibits must be placed by 7:30 pm Friday, September 16, 2016 4. More than one entry permitted in all classes, no duplication.

5. No length of time for aging for classes 1 – 7 (all Wines) 6. 1 year age limit for classes 8 & 9 (Beer and Ciders) 7. All entries must be fermented or brewed by the exhibitor.

Class: 1. White wine made from local fruits (not grapes), berries or vegetables.

2. Red wine made from local fruits (not grapes), berries or vegetables.

3. White wine made from concentrate.

4. Red wine made from concentrate.

5. White wine made from grapes.

6. Red wine made from grapes.

7. Rose, fortified wines and ports 8. Ciders.

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• Section 12 • HOBBY ARTS ENTRY FORM DEADLINE SATURDAY, SEPT. 10, 2016 Co-ordinators: Rachel Bevington 250-537-8852 Entry Fees: 50 cents per entry, one entry per class per person. Seniors, disabled and Greenwoods residents - no entry fees.

Trophies Oceanside Pools and Spas Trophy Best Lego Project.

Off the Waterfront Gallery Best Overall Entry in Show.

Windermere Salt Spring Realty Trophy Best Entry Ages 2 – 9.

Salt Spring Fall Fair Trophy Best Entry Ages 10-13, Classes 301-303.

Sea Horse Hobbies Best Entry Ages 10-13, Classes 304-321.

The “Tsunami” - Best Entry Ages 14-17.

Arbutus Clinic Trophy - Best Adult Entry.

Joyce Taylor Trophy - Best Miniature Entry.

Salt Spring Potters Guild Best Overall Entry in Pottery.

Windsor Plywood Trophy Best Entry in Woodworking.

Newman’s Great Outdoors Trophy Best Entry Fishing Flies.

Brinkworthy Trophy - Best Senior Entry.

Glengarry Farm Trophy Adults - Best Use of Recycled Materials.

JoAnne and Ron Moger Trophy Junior - Best Use of Recycled Materials. **Note: New Classes** Age 5-9 yrs - see classes 213-215 Age 10-13 yrs - see classes 318-320 Age 14-17 yrs - see classes 418-520 Junior entries Rules and Regulations: 1. One entry per class per person.

2. PLEASE NOTE: DUE TO DISPLAY SPACE RESTRICTIONS, ENTRY SIZE MAY NOT EXCEED 16” X 16”.

3. Exhibits should be placed between 3:30 and 7:30 pm Friday, Sept. 16, 2016 to ensure proper display.

4. All framed pictures must have provisions for hanging.

5. Children’s ages must be on entry form.

Participant ribbons will be awarded to all entrants aged 2-7.

6. “Open” class means any artistic endeavour that cannot be entered in any other class.

7. ALL ENTRIES MUST STAY ON DISPLAY UNTIL 5:00 PM SUNDAY.

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JUNIORS – UP TO 4 YEARS Class: 101. Drawing or painting depicting this year’s theme.

102. Picture of a flower.

103. Portrait of a person.

104. Play-Doh or Plasticene Sculpture Here’s a handy home recipe: 1 cup flour, 1/2 cup salt, 1 cup water, 2 tsp. cream of tartar, 1 tsp. salad oil. Mix together and cook for 3 minutes over low heat. Stir well. Add food colouring of your choice. Store in a plastic container.

105. Open.

JUNIORS – 5 TO 9 YEARS Class: 201. Drawing depicting this year’s theme, using pencil, pen, crayons or collage.

202. Painting depicting this year’s theme using acrylic, watercolour, etc.

203. Duplo or Lego project 204. Things made from recycled material.

205. Collection.

206. Play-Doh or Plasticene Sculpture Here’s a handy home recipe: 1 cup flour, 1/2 cup salt, 1 cup water, 2 tsp. cream of tartar, 1 tsp. salad oil. Mix together and cook for 3 minutes over low heat. Stir well. Add food colouring of your choice. Store in a plastic container. **NEW CLASSES** 207. Rainbow Loom Creation.

208. Knot Work: anything Practical for a farm made from knotted or plaited rope, line or leather. (For instance, a halter, headstall or lead rope for livestock.)

209. Whittling: A whittled handle or toggle, or stirring implement.

210. Blacksmithing: An article shaped by forging.

211. A tool or utensil made by hand to be used in farming.

212. Open.

New Classes: 213. Leatherworks - create something using leather. It can be a useful item like a purse or gloves, or a decorative item like a hair clip.

Stitching, braiding and leather polishing all add to the project. Adornments encouraged!

214. Book-making. Make a handmade book using coptic stitch or other traditional methods.

Covers can depict this year’s theme or be as creative as you want. New or recycled materials are fine.

215. Arrow or arrow-point making. Handmade arrow points or complete arrows. Please include a short description of the materials and methods used.

216. Open AGES 10 TO 13 YEARS Class: 301. Drawing depicting this year’s theme using pencil, pen, etc.

302. Painting depicting this year’s theme using watercolour, acrylic, etc.

303. Landscape or seascape – any medium.

304. Floral representation any medium.

305. Portrait- any medium.

306. Sculpture-wood, stone, origami, etc.

307. Jewellery.

308. Pottery, Paper Mâché.

309. Duct tape creations - Make something using at least 75% duct tape, ie. flip-flops, purse, book cover, hat jewellery, basket etc.

Add some other materials for the other 25%, or something depicting this year’s theme.

310. Things made from recycled material.

311. Lego Project.

312. Collection.

313. Group project may be entered by any group in this age group and created in any medium. Group project may not exceed 4’x4’ in size.

314 Knot Work: anything Practical for a farm made from knotted or plaited rope, line or leather. (For instance, a halter, headstall or lead rope for livestock.)

315 Whittling: A whittled handle or toggle, or stirring implement.

316 Blacksmithing: An article shaped by forging.

317 A tool or utensil made by hand to be used in farming. ***NEW CLASSES*** 318. Leatherworks - create something using leather. It can be a useful item like a purse or gloves, or a decorative item like a hair clip.

Stitching, braiding and leather polishing all add to the project. Adornments encouraged!

319. Book-making. Make a handmade book using coptic stitch or other traditional methods.

Covers can depict this year’s theme or be as creative as you want. New or recycled materials are fine.

320. Arrow or arrow-point making. Handmade arrow points or complete arrows. Please include a short description of the materials and methods used.

321. Open AGES 14 TO 17 YEARS Class: 401. Drawing depicting this year’s theme using pencil, pen, etc.

402. Painting depicting this year’s theme using watercolour, acrylic, etc.

403. Landscape or seascape - any medium.

404. Floral representation any medium.

405. Portrait- any medium.

406. Sculpture wood, stone, origami etc.

407. Jewellery.

408. Pottery, Paper Mâché.

409. Duct tape creations - Make something using at least 75% duct tape, ie. flip-flops, purse, book cover, hat jewellery, basket etc.

Add some other materials for the other 25%, or something depicting this year’s theme.

410. Article made from recycled material.

411. Lego project.

412. Collection.

413. Group project may be entered by any group in this age group and created in any medium. Group project may not exceed 4’x4’ in size.

414. Knot Work: anything Practical for a farm made from knotted or plaited rope, line or leather. (For instance, a halter, headstall or lead rope for livestock.)

415. Whittling: A whittled handle or toggle, or stirring implement.

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***NEW CLASSES*** 418. Leatherworks - create something using leather. It can be a useful item like a purse or gloves, or a decorative item like a hair clip.

Stitching, braiding and leather polishing all add to the project. Adornments encouraged!

419. Book-making. Make a handmade book using coptic stitch or other traditional methods.

Covers can depict this year’s theme or be as creative as you want. New or recycled materials are fine.

420. Arrow or arrow-point making. Handmade arrow points or complete arrows. Please include a short description of the materials and methods used.

421. Open ADULTS: Age 18-79 NOTE: Due to display space restrictions all entries may not exceed 16” x 16” in size.

For educational value, please include a 4” x 6” card with the following information printed on it: - how the craft was made.

- materials used.

- the approximate time required to make the entry.

501. A drawing depicting this year’s theme using pencil pens crayons or collage.

502. Painting depicting this year’s theme using acrylic, watercolour, etc

• Section 13 • NEEDLEWORK NOTE: NEW ENTRY DATE: ALL NEEDLEWORK INCLUDING QUILTS MUST BE BROUGHT TO THE EXHIBIT HALL ON WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 14 BETWEEN 3:30-7:30 pm. to allow time for hanging and display. Please ensure items are entered in the correct category. If you are in doubt, please contact the co-ordinators.

Co-ordinators: Susan Paynter 250-931-8869 Patti Thomas 250-537-2813 Lorrie Storr 250-537-2695

Entry Fee: 50 cents per entry; one entry per class Trophies Seams Right Sewing School High Aggregate Junior Classes 9 years and under.

Ganges Pharmacy Trophy High Aggregate Junior Classes 10-17 years.

Donna Regen Trophy Best Entry Junior Classes - age 10-13.

South Salt Spring Women’s Institute Trophy Best Entry Junior Classes - age 14-17.

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503. Landscape or seascape; any medium.

504. Floral representation; any medium.

505. Portrait; Any medium.

506. Woodworking.

507. Wood Turning.

508. Metalworking.

509. Paper Crafts: to include origami, greeting cards scrapbooks.

510. Things made from recycled material.

511. Collection.

512. Sculpture: any material.

513. Duct tape creations- Make. something using at least 75% duct tape. (eg: flip flops, purse, book cover, hat, purse, basket, etc.)

514. Pottery / Ceramics.

515. Decorations made for the Christmas Season.

516. Jewellery.

517. Computer Art. 518. Tied Fishing Flies.

519. Lego for adults.

520. Miniature.

521. Knot Work: anything Practical for a farm made from knotted or plaited rope, line or leather. (For instance, a halter, headstall or lead rope for livestock.)

522. Whittling: A whittled handle or toggle, or stirring implement.

523. Blacksmithing: An article shaped by forging.

524. A tool or utensil made by hand to be used in farming.

Kay Catlin Trophy High Aggregate in Needlework.

Gerry’s Fashions Trophy High Aggregate Sewing.

Terra Tepper Trophy High Aggregate Knitting & Crocheting.

Stitches Quilt Shop Trophy Originality in an Art Quilt.

Sooz Sewing Company Trophy Best Embroidery in Show.

Kay Avison Trophy Best Fair Isle Knitting.

Rainbow Craft Trophy Best Entry Seniors.

Salt Spring Nine Patches Trophy Best Quilt Entry.

Sawyer Sewing Centre Trophy Highest Aggregate in Quilting.

RULES AND REGULATIONS 1. All entries must be the work of the competitor only.

2. All work must be completed since the last Fall Fair.

3. All work must never have been exhibited at the Salt Spring Fall Fair in previous years.

Note: Junior Entries - list your age at Fair Time on entry forms.

Class: 1. Items for Display Only- If you have a needlework item you do not want

***NEW CLASSES*** 525. Leatherworks - create something using leather. It can be a useful item like a purse or gloves, or a decorative item like a hair clip. Stitching, braiding and leather polishing all add to the project.

Adornments encouraged!

526. Book-making. Make a handmade book using coptic stitch or other traditional methods. Covers can depict this year’s theme or be as creative as you want. New or recycled materials are fine.

527. Arrow or arrow-point making. Handmade arrow points or complete arrows.

Please include a short description of the materials and methods used.

528. Open

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416. Blacksmithing: An article shaped by forging.

417. A tool or utensil made by hand to be used in farming.

DIVISION 13 - DISABLED 601. Open – any artistic endeavour created by someone with a disability.

DIVISION 14 - SENIOR CITIZENS PLUS (80 yrs +) 701. Open- any artistic endeavour created by a person 80+ years of age DIVISION 15 - GROUP ENTRIES 801. May be entered by any group or organization and created in any medium. Group project may not exceed 4’ x 4’ in size.

judged, then this is the category for that item. It can be sewing, quilting, any of the needlework categories and you can be of any age to submit an item in this category. You may also submit more than one entry in this category.

SEWING - JUNIORS Class: 101. Any article of clothing made by a junior 9 years of age and under.

102. Any article of clothing made by a junior age 10-13.

103. Any article of clothing made by a junior age 14-17.

STUFFED TOYS AND DOLLS JUNIORS Class: 104. Any stuffed toy or doll made by a junior 9 years of age and under.

105. Any stuffed toy or doll made by a junior age 10-13.

106. Any stuffed toy or doll made by a junior age 14-17.

QUILTING - JUNIORS Class: 107. Any quilt made by a junior 9 years of age and under.

108. Any quilt made by a junior age 10-13.

109. Any quilt made by a junior age 14-17.

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EMBROIDERY and CROSS STITCH - JUNIORS Class: 110. Any embroidery or cross stitch item made by a junior 9 years of age and under.

111. Any embroidery or cross stitch item made by a junior age 10-13.

112. Any embroidery or cross stitch item made by a junior age 14-17.

KNITTING and CROCHETJUNIORS Class: 113. Any knitted or crochet item made by a junior 9 years of age and under.

114. Any knitted or crochet item made by a junior age 10-13.

115. Any knitted or crochet item made by a junior age 14-17.

BEADING – JUNIORS Class: 116. Any needlework item using beads as its main focus by a junior 9 years of age and under.

117. Any needlework item using beads as its main focus by a junior age 10-13.

118. Any needlework item using beads as its main focus by a junior age 14-17.

FALL FAIR THEME - WE’VE GOT A GOOD THING GROWING JUNIORS Class: 119. Any needlework item reflecting the Fall Fair Theme – “We’ve Got A Good Thing Growing” made by a junior 9 years of age and under.

120. Any needlework item reflecting the Fall Fair Theme – “We’ve Got A Good Thing Growing” made by a junior age 10-13 121. Any needlework item reflecting the Fall Fair Theme – “We’ve Got A Good Thing Growing” made by a junior age 14-17.

OPEN- JUNIORS Class: 122. Any other needlework item made by a junior 9 years of age and under.

123. Any other needlework item made by a junior age 10-13.

124. Any other needlework item made by a junior age 14-17.

SEWING - ADULTS Class: 201. An article of clothing made from a commercial pattern.

202. Article of clothing created using your own design.

203. A personal accessory such as a purse or bag.

204. A household accessory such as placemats, tea cosy, etc.

205. Any item incorporating this year’s Fair theme - “We’ve Got A Good Thing Growing.”

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206. Open class.

207. Senior - 80 plus - Sewing open.

TOYS AND DOLLS 208. A toy or doll made from a commercial pattern.

209. A toy or doll created using your own design.

210. A toy or doll incorporating this year’s Fall Fair theme – “We’ve Got A Good Thing Growing.”

211. Senior - 80 plus - a Toy or Doll.

QUILTING All quilts must have a 3” sleeve basted on the back for hanging. We will endeavour to show your work safely and artistically but due to space restrictions, large quilts may not be displayed fully.

QUILTS - ADULTS Class: 301. Hand quilted using the traditional piecing method.

302. Machine quilted by artist using the traditional piecing method.

303. Commercially quilted using the traditional piecing method.

304. Hand quilted using paper piecing.

305. Machine quilted by artist using paper piecing.

306. Commercially quilted using paper piecing.

307. Hand quilted using appliqué.

308. Machine quilted using appliqué.

309. Commercially quilted using appliqué.

310. A non-traditional art quilt from a kit.

311. A non-traditional art quilt created using your own design.

312. A landscape or other scene quilt from a kit.

313. A landscape or other scene quilt created using your own design.

314. A quilted article of clothing or personal accessory such as a purse or bag.

315. A quilted household accessory such as placemats, tea cosy, etc.

316. A quilt made by a group.

317. A quilt incorporating this year’s Fall Fair Theme – “We’ve Got A Good Thing Growing.”

318. Open Class.

319. Senior - 80 plus - Quilt open.

320. My First Quilt

EMBROIDERY - ADULTS Class: 401. A piece using Cross Stitch or other forms of counted thread embroidery.

402. A piece using surface embroidery such as crewel stitches.

403. A piece incorporating this year’s Fall Fair Theme – “We’ve Got A Good Thing Growing.”

404. Open Class.

405. Senior - 80 plus Embroidery open.

CROCHET - ADULTS Class: 501. A blanket for lap or bed.

502. An item of clothing.

503. A household accessory such as placemats, tea cosy etc.

504. A personal accessory such as a purse or bag.

505. An item incorporating this year’s Fall Fair Theme – “We’ve Got A Good Thing Growing.”

506. Open.

507. Senior - 80 plus - Crochet open.

KNITTING - ADULTS Class: 601. An article of clothing.

602. An article incorporating IntarsiaFair Isle.

603. Socks.

604. A household accessory such as placemats, tea cosy etc.

605. A personal accessory such as a purse or bag.

606. An item incorporating this year’s Fall Fair Theme – “We’ve Got A Good Thing Growing.”

607. Open.

608. Senior - 80 plus - Knitting open.

BEADING - ADULTS Class: 701. An article that has used beading as the main type of embellishment.

702. An item that has used beading as the main type of embellishment incorporating this year’s Fall Fair Theme – “We’ve Got A Good Thing Growing.”

703. Senior - 80 plus - Beading open.

RUGS - ADULTS Class: 801. Rag or cloth rugs.

802. Rug made by latch - hooking technique (grid).

803. Traditional rug hooking commercial design.

804. Traditional rug hooking - own design.

805. Traditional rug hooking - wall hanging-commercial design.

806. Traditional rug hooking - wall hanging- own design.

807. A household accessory such as placemats, tea cosy etc using a rug technique.

808. A personal accessory such as a purse or bag using a rug technique.

809. An item incorporating this year’s Fall Fair Theme - “We’ve Got A Good Thing Growing.”

810. Open.

811. Senior - 80 plus - Rugs open.

TATTING - ADULTS Class: 901. Any article that has tatting as part of it.

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ENTRY FORM DEADLINE SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2016 Coordinator: Sandra Hodgins 250-537-5406 softwear@shaw.ca Entry Fee: 50 cents per entry TROPHIES & PRIZES Salt Spring Island Spinners & Weavers Guild High Aggregate Spinning Trophy Classes 301-312, 401 & 402.

High Aggregate Weaving Trophy Classes 501-514 High Aggregate Junior Trophy Classes 101-106 Gerry Layard Memorial Trophy: People’s Choice Designer Yarn Challenge: $20 cash for 1st prize Class 313 Designer Fabric Challenge: $20 cash for 1st prize Class 515 RULES AND REGULATIONS Unclaimed prize money will be donated to the Fall Fair.

Entries must not have been exhibited in a previous SSI Fall Fair. Unless otherwise specified only one entry per class per entrant will be accepted.

JUNIOR FIBRE ARTS 17 years and under: state age on entry form 101. Handspun wool.

102. Handspun yarn of any other fibre or blend.

103. Handwoven household item (e.g., towel or placemat).

104. Handwoven scarf or stole.

105. Hand-felted item or an article including hand-felted fabric.

106. Any item that includes silk fusion, braiding, or hand-dyeing.

DISPLAY ONLY: ADULTS 201. Any item qualifying in any class of Section 14 submitted for display without judging. Entry may include a half-page description of your item, its materials, construction, inspiration or other educational notes. Entries by professionals are welcome in this class. Note: entry fee is 50 cents.

ASSISTED FIBRE ARTS 202. Any item otherwise qualifying in any class of Section 14, but created with significant help.

FALL FAIR THEME 203. Any item otherwise qualifying in any class of Section 14 that illustrates in any manner this year’s theme: We’ve Got A Good Thing Growing.

HANDSPUN SKEINS All skein entries must be a minimum of 20 yards long. In classes 305-312, yarn may be singles or plied. Entries must include a sample of unspun fibre, and an indication of the intended use for the yarn. A small swatch of the intended fabric is recommended.

Except where noted, only one skein per entrant per class will be accepted.

301. Wool - singles – spun from commercially prepared fibre.

302. Wool - singles – spun from fibre prepared by entrant.

303. Wool – plied – spun from commercially prepared fibre.

304. Wool - plied – spun from fibre prepared by entrant.

305. Salt Spring Island-grown fibre, unblended – any yarn style - may contain a commercial yarn core or wrap.

306. Any non-wool animal fibre, unblended Note: up to 3 skeins per entrant, each a different fibre.

307. Any plant or man made fibre, unblended.

308. Pure silk.

309. Any blend of fibres – must specify content.

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310. Any novelty yarn (e.g., traditional bouclé, slub, wrapped, etc. or modern “arty”) may contain a commercial yarn core or wrap Note: up to 3 skeins per entrant, each a different style.

311. Any yarn not spun or plied on a wheel (e.g., drop spindle, support spindle, thigh-spun) may contain a commercial yarn core or wrap.

312. “My First Decent Skein” – any fibre, any style spun by a novice with less than 2 years experience who has not won a 1st prize for spinning in a previous fall fair.

313. “Design Yarn Challenge” – any Navajo or chain-plied yarn, any fibre. Include a small swatch of the intended fabric.

SECTION 14 • SPINNING & WEAVING

• Section 14 • SPINNING, WEAVING & RELATED FIBRE ARTS

ITEMS MADE FROM HANDSPUN YARN Classes 401 & 402 are for items made by a spinner from his/her own handspun yarn. Be sure to provide yarn samples 401. Any wearable item– at least 50% handspun yarn.

402. Any other item – at least 50% handspun yarn. ** NOTE**Classes 403 & 404 we accept and encourage collaborations between hand spinners and other fibre artisans, but please, give credit where it is due. Be sure to provide yarn samples.

403. Any wearable item – at least 50% handspun yarn.

404. Any other item – at least 50% handspun yarn.

HANDWEAVING Only one item per entrant per class will be accepted. Please complete Exhibit Info Card with yarn specifications, weave structure, pattern source and other details to help the judge and our discerning visitors appreciate your efforts. Cards are available at saltspringweaversandspinners. com/fall_fair2.html or at the check-in table.

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501. Towel.

502. Table linen.

503. Blanket.

504. Rug or floor mat.

505. Other household furnishings (drapery, cushion, etc.)

506. Scarf or stole.

507. Clothing except scarf or stole.

508. Accessory (bag, jewellery, hat, etc.)

509. Decorative piece (wall hanging, tapestry, sculpture, etc.)

510. Yardage for any purpose: min. 20” wide, 2 yards long.

Note: intended use must be stated; in fabrics with 2 or more weft yarns, the unused yarns may be carried along the selvedge.

511. Narrow band: max. 3” wide.

Note: if not a finished piece, min length is 18”.

512. Any other item not included in above.

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513. Any item woven with nontraditional materials or methods.

514. Any item woven by a novice with less than 2 years experience who has not won a 1st prize for weaving in a previous fall fair.

515. “Designer Fabric Challenge” – an original garment or household item featuring one of the lacy weaves (basket, canvas, huck, spot or lace Bronson, Swedish lace).

OTHER FIBRE ARTS 601. Kumihimo or other braid: a finished item or a piece at least 18” long.

602. Passementerie: any item including tassels, needle-lace buttons, handwoven fringe, frog-closures, etc.

603. Hand-felted item.

604. Silk fusion: any article that includes silk fusion.

605. Hand-dyed yarn: any fibre dyed in any manner either before or after spinning. Yarn need not be handspun.

Note: must identify fibre, dye stuff, and methods; if not a finished item, describe intended use.

606. Hand-dyed cloth: any finished item featuring a significant component of yardage hand-dyed by entrant. Undyed yardage may be commercial cloth. Note: must describe dye stuff and methods.

Coordinators: Pat Moffatt 250-537-2506 | Jennifer Healey 250-537-1222 Entry Fee: 50 cents per entry ADULTS AND YOUTH WILL HAVE AN OPPORTUNITY FOR A BASKET- MAKING ACTIVITY...

TIME TO BE ANNOUNCED AT THE FAIR. TROPHY: Salt Spring Basketry Guild Trophy: Judges Award for Best in Show.

People’s Choice Award: a Gift Certificate to Pacific Basketry donated by the Salt Spring Island Basketry Guild.

RULES and REGULATIONS 1. Entries may not have been entered in a previous Salt Spring Fall Fair .

2. Classes 5-18 are open to everyone.

Classes: 1. Junior A (9 years or under).

2. Junior B (10-13 years).

3. Junior C (14-17 years).

4. Novice. A Novice will have a maximum of 3 years experience and will not have won in any Class in a previous Fall Fair.

5. Piece using any technique reflecting the theme of the Fall Fair: “We’ve Got A Good

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Thing Growing”.

6. Piece made using coiled technique.

7. Piece made using plaited/twill technique.

8. Piece made using twining/ waling technique.

9. Piece made using rib technique.

10. Piece made using recycled materials.

11. Piece made using gourd.

12. Piece made using willow.

13. Piece made using any other technique such as random weave, folded or looped.

14. Miniature piece using any basketry technique. Maximum size 5 inches in any direction.

15. Piece using mostly indigenous materials such as bark, roots, grasses.

16. Original design piece using any materials or technique.

17. A wearable piece such as a belt, jewelry or hat made using any basketry technique.

18. A group of two or more pieces in a set or series using any basketry technique.

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ENTRY FORM DEADLINE SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2016 Co-ordinator: Karen Mouat 250-537-6923 Entry Fee: 50 cents per entry; only one entry per class

: Note hibits

Drop ex day on Wednes4, 2016 1 September 0pm and :3 3 n e e betw 7:30pm. ce es pla Judging takso no late on this date permitted. entries are Trophies: Facca Construction Trophy Best Junior Entry.

Gulf Clinic Trophy Best Adult Entry.

Salt Spring Photo Trophy High Aggregate in photography.

Leo Martinez Memorial Trophy Best Sunrise or Sunset.

Apple Photo Trophy Best Color Photo.

Gulf Islands Driftwood Trophy Best Black and White Photo.

Apple Photo will present a prize Best colour photo for Juniors.

Ganges Pharmasave will present a prize Best Community photo.

Rules and Regulations 1. One photo per entry per class.

2. Amateurs only – means that you do not get paid for your pictures.

3. Each entry must be under the photographer’s name – no group or family names please.

4. No personal identification permitted on the front of the photograph.

5. Photographs must be no smaller than 5” x 7” and no larger than 8” x 12”except for Junior and Youth Entries which can be 4” x 6”.

6. Please submit just the photo. All photos will be fastened to a Velcro panel with self-adhesive Velcro strips.

Please submit all photos WITHOUT ANY BACKING OR BORDERS: NO MATTING, FRAMES OR FOAM CORE. 7. On the BACK of the photo, write your name, phone number and class number.

8. The displays will be dismantled Sunday at 5 pm and all entries must be picked up by 6 pm.

11. PHOTOCOPIES of photos will not be accepted.

12. ALL PHOTOS MUST BE PRINTED ON PHOTOGRAPHIC PAPER. Junior Classes (13 years and under) 101. Make me Laugh!

102. Animals.

103. Fruits and Vegetables.

104. People.

105. Open class - Colour.

106. Open class - Black and White.

107. Action/Motion.

108. Landscapes.

109. Together We’re Better.

110. Fall Fair Theme: “We’ve Got A Good Thing Growing”.

Youth Classes (14 -17 years) 201. Make me Laugh!

202. Portraits.

203. Landscapes.

204. My Salt Spring.

205. Animals.

206. Fall Fair Theme: “We’ve Got A Good Thing Growing”.

207. Open Class - colour.

208. Open Class - Black and White.

209. Friends.

210. Good Morning!

211. Children.

212. Action.

Adult Classes (18 years and older) 301. Make me Laugh!

302. Portraits.

303. Landscapes.

304. My Salt Spring.

305. Animals.

306. Together We’re Better.

307. Sunrise/Sunset.

308. Open class colour.

309. Open class - Black and White.

310. Good Morning!

311. Fruits and Vegetables.

312. Children.

313. Action.

314. Fall Fair Theme: “We’ve Got A Good Thing Growing”.

315. Last Year’s Fall Fair- collection of photos mounted on 11x17 white paper.

THIS EXHIBIT IS FOR A COMMUNITY FAIR. THE INTENTION IS TO PROVIDE A PLACE FOR PEOPLE TO SHARE THEIR EXPERIENCES THROUGH PHOTOGRAPHY. IT IS EXPECTED THAT EXHIBITORS BE AMATEURS HAVING NEVER BEEN COMPENSATED FOR THEIR PHOTOGRAPHIC WORK. DRIFTWOOD JUNE 22, 2016

• Section 17 • 4-H CLUB

SECTION 16 • PHOTOGRAPHY SECTION 17 • 4-H CLUB

• Section 16 • PHOTOGRAPHY

I pledge: My HEAD to clearer thinking, My HEART to greater loyalty, My HANDS to larger service, and My HEALTH to better living.

For my Club, my Community and my Country.

“The object (of these competitions) is to train the heads and hands of the boys and girls; to give them broad and big hearts; to improve their health by giving them an interest in outdoor life; and to encourage on the part of all British Columbia citizens, a stronger and more intelligent interest in agriculture.”

This was the goal of the 4-H movement in 1914, when it first started in British Columbia. In the first year, 200 youth from across B.C. joined the clubs and participated in competitions sponsored by the Department of Agriculture. Now there are over 3,000 young people in B.C. who are members of 4-H, and actively participate in 24 different projects.

4-H provides learning opportunities to learn leadership, become productive and more selfassured, and develop community awareness as well as public relations skills. 4-H also provides many travel opportunities, from weekend getaways to several month exchanges. Members work on their projects all year, and attend monthly general meetings, plus special events such as, Ruckle Farm Days, Public Speaking and Achievement Day. 4-H members attend fairs throughout the summer to display their finished projects or full-grown livestock. At these fairs, projects are judged by the Danish System, where all projects shown will receive a placing based on percentages, as opposed to only the top entries receiving a placing. Projects are judged against the ideal for the class, rather than in comparison with each other. For example, if there were 3 entries all scoring 95%, they would all receive first place awards. If they scored 55%, 65% and 67%, none would receive a first place award.

For livestock projects, often members will enter a Showmanship class as well as a Unit class. In Showmanship, the member is judged based on personal knowledge and skills as they work with their animal. In Unit classes, the animal is judged, based on condition and/or breed standards.

Salt Spring 4-H Community Club offered projects this year in Rabbit/Cavy, Photography, Poultry and Sheep. Please contact Loretta Rithaler at ssi4hclub@yahoo.ca if you are interested in joining our 4-H Club or becoming a leader.

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SECTION 17 • 4-H CLUB

ENTRY FORM DEADLINE SATURDAY September 3, 2016 NOTE: All 4-H Livestock entries must complete the SSI Fall Fair Livestock Entry form provided in the catalogue. All Non-Livestock entries must complete the General Entry form provided in the catalogue.

4-H Co-ordinator: Loretta Rithaler 250-537-7503 ssi4hclub@yahoo.ca Entry fee: None unless specified.

LIVESTOCK ENTRIES RULES: 1. Open to all 4-H projects recognized by the BC 4-H program. Current year registered projects only, unless otherwise specified.

2. Judging uses the Danish system.

3. Mandatory vet checks will be provided by the Fair between 3:30pm and 7:00pm Friday.

4. Poultry to be caged by 7:15pm Friday, for judging.

5. All animals must be fitted and shown by the 4-H member.

6. No early departures unless prearranged with the 4-H Co-ordinator.

7. All classes are based on current project specific regulations.

4-H Poultry Classes Entry form must indicate breed & variety, bantam (BTM) or standard (STD), for all classes.

101. Junior Poultry Showmanship.

102. Senior Poultry Showmanship.

Unit I - Exploring Poultry 103. Young trio, not necessarily purebred.

104. Young purebred trio.

105. 1-3 caged or game birds.

Unit II - Beginning poultry breeder 106. Purebred trio.

107. Female with young.

Unit III - Breeder replacement stock 108. Previous year’s trio and current year’s trio.

Unit IV - Poultry Raising 109. Layer, one dozen eggs and trio.

110. Hatchery, trio.

111. Meat, trio live or frozen.

Unit V - Production 112. Layer, 1-3 birds, 3 dozen graded eggs, egg production records.

113. Meat, trio live or frozen, production records.

114. Poultry Fitting - Team of 2 members. Each team will be given a bird to prepare for show. The bird will have to be washed, rinsed, dried and fitted within an allotted time, then shown. Each club will be responsible for their own wash tubs, blow dryer and fitting equipment.

4-H Rabbit Classes *Please provide your own leakproof cages*.

Entry form must indicate breed & tattoo, for all classes.

201. Junior Rabbit Showmanship.

202. Senior Rabbit Showmanship.

203. Unit I Commercial Doe. 204. Unit II Fancy type Doe. 205. Unit III Wool type Doe. 206. Unit II Fancy type Buck.

207. Unit III Wool type Buck.

208. Rabbit Fitting - Team of 2 members to present the preparation of a rabbit for show. The judge will observe and ask questions during the process.

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4-H Cavy Classes *Please provide your own leakproof cages*.

Entry Form must indicate breed and ID, for all classes.

301. Junior Showmanship.

302. Senior Showmanship.

303. Unit I short haired sow.

304. Unit II long haired sow.

305. Unit III sow with litter.

306. Unit I short haired boar.

307. Unit II long haired boar.

308. Cavy Fitting - Team of 2 members to present the preparation of a cavy for show. The judge will observe and ask questions during the process.

4-H Sheep Classes: 401. Junior Showmanship (9, 10 and 11 years old).

402. Intermediate Showmanship (12, 13 and 14 years old).

403. Senior Showmanship (15 years and older).

404. Best fitted and trimmed animal.

4-H Sheep Project 405. Market lamb, sale.

406. Market lamb non-sale.

407. Ewe lamb, black faced.

408. Ewe lamb, white faced.

409. Ewe lamb, wool.

Display Project: 501. Other 4-H animals or projects may be accommodated as demonstration / display with approval of Coordinator.

NON-LIVESTOCK ENTRIES Entry form deadline September 3, 2016 Cloverbuds 601. Cloverbud Display.

4-H Photography 701. Unit 1 - Project Display.

702. Unit 1 - Record Book.

703. Unit 3 - Project Display.

704. Unit 3 - Record Book.

705. Unit 4 - Project Display.

706. Unit 4 - Record Book.

707. Unit 5 - Project Display.

708. Unit 5 - Record Book.

General Classes 801. Junior Record Book.

802. Intermediate Record Book.

803. Senior Record Book.

804. Junior Demonstration or Speak and Show.

805. Senior Demonstration or Speak and Show.

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ENTRY FORM DEADLINE SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2016 Co-ordinator: Usha Rautenbach 250-537-2883 Entry Fee: nil TROPHY Chateau Minvielle Farm Trophy Largest “Big Leaf Maple” Leaf.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: 1. The emphasis of the exhibits will be on the theme “120 Years - We’ve Got a Good Thing Growing”. In 1896, Salt Spring held its First Fall Fair; today’s Farmers’ Institute has been growing for 120 years; in 2016 we celebrate this history and heritage.

2. Entrants will impress the judges with entries that are creative, eye-catching and informative.

Think handmade, handwritten and handcrafted.

3. “Poster” means an entry on card that can be hung on the wall. This may include a drawing, painting, collage, photography, etc.

4. A 3-D display arranged on a card base that can be laid flat on the exhibition table is also welcomed as an entry.

RULES AND REGULATIONS: 1. One entry per class per person or group.

2. Entry size may not exceed 30”x24.”

3. Exhibits must be placed between 3:30 and 7:30 pm Friday, Sept. 16, 2016.

4. Children’s ages must be on entry form.

5. Open Class means any artistic endeavour that cannot be entered in any other class.

6. All entries must stay on display until 5:00 pm Sunday.

Classes: Youth age 13 and under 1. Design and produce a T-shirt (entry will be hung on hanger). Recycle, reuse, or recover a shirt. Use materials as environmentally-friendly as possible.

2. A design on an apron, hat, tote-bag, plant-pot, plate, mug, or other item using an agricultural or environmental theme.

3. “Seed-Saving” poster. Outline the aspects and importance of seed-saving. Anything from theory to actual saved seeds can be considered.

4. “Buy Local” Poster. Show the basic food groups: a) grains b) fruits & vegetables c) meat and alternatives d) milk and alternatives.

In each section, show products that are produced locally. Use drawings, pictures, advertisements, labels or logos from the products (e.g. cheese, bread, vegetables, apples, meat, etc. produced on Salt Spring).

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5. Original Creative Writing - poem, song lyrics, 3-fold leaflet, journal entry, play-script, or handmade book, about the experience of recycling, the environment, or growing food.

6. “120 Years Ago in 1896” - draw (etc) an object used in 1896 with 2-3 sentences explanation 7. “120 Years: Salt Spring in 1896”; any creative writing (poetry, story, song, playscript etc), or historical essay, review or biography; any poster or other visual display using photography, drawing, painting, collage, 3D model etc 8. Largest zucchini - length and widest width added together.

9. Largest Maple Leaf - open to all ages 13 and under on Fair day. Points will be given for length and width, with stem left on.

10. Make an article or collection of items for a doll that is 18” tall and is an 8 year old girl from Salt Spring. Her name is Charlsea.

11. Open Class - Any interactive agricultural, environmental or horticultural adventure not covered by the above categories. If in doubt, contact co-ordinator.

Classes: Youth age 14-17 12. Design and produce a T-shirt (entry will be hung on hanger). Use natural materials.

Extra marks will be given for including crafts such as knitting or weaving. Use materials as environmentally-friendly as possible.

13. A design on an apron, hat, tote-bag, plantpot, plate, mug, or other item using a growing food or environmental theme.

14. “Seed-Saving” poster - Outline the aspects and importance of seed-saving. Anything from theory to actual saved seeds can be considered.

15. “Buy Local” Poster - Show the basic food groups: a) grains b) fruits & vegetables c) meat and alternatives d) milk and alternatives.

In each section, show products that are produced locally. Use drawings, pictures, advertisements, labels or logos from the products (e.g. cheese, bread, vegetables, apples, meat, etc. produced on Salt Spring).

16. Original Creative Writing - Poem, song lyrics, 3-fold leaflet, journal entry, or handmade book, about the experience of recycling, the environment or agriculture.

17. “Eat Local” Essay or feature article - Outline how and why we help the environment when we “eat local.” Consider the environmental cost, the local economy and include as many of the 4 R words as possible: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle and Recover.

18. Largest zucchini - length and widest width added together.

19. Make an article or collection of items for a doll that is 18” tall and is an 8 year old girl from Salt Spring. Her name is Charlsea.

20. Fall Fair Theme Project - emphasizing “We’ve Got a Good Thing Growing” Use a creative model, poster, story or other mode. Not to exceed 30 inches square.

21. Fall Fair Theme Project emphasizing “120 Years: Salt Spring in 1896” or since; any creative writing (poetry, story, song, playscript etc), or historical essay, review or biography; any poster or other visual display using photography, drawing, painting, collage, 3D model etc 22. Fall Fair Theme Project - emphasizing 120 Years Ago – draw (etc) an object used in 1896 with 2-3 sentences explanation.

23. Open Class - Any interactive agricultural, environmental or horticultural adventure not covered by the above categories.

If in doubt, contact co-ordinator.

Classes: Youth projects for groups 24. School Project-Whole School, Class or Home Schooled- Outline in a creative way any agricultural or environmental project already underway, or planned for next year.

25. Retro Garden. This may also be a Family Garden. Start a food garden together to feed others or yourselves. For details, see ENTRY REQUIREMENTS. To get seeds and further details, call Usha Rautenbach at 250-537-2883.

26. Family Food Garden or Group Food Garden. This class is for food gardens previously begun. For guidelines, see ENTRY REQUIREMENTS above, but also consider producing a photograph album or collection of photos with captions. Individual children should consider entering Creative Writing in Class 4 and 11.

27. “Eat Local” Poster - Outline how and why we help the environment when we “eat local.” Consider the environmental cost, the local economy and include as many of the 4 R words as possible: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle and Recover.

28. Make an article or collection of items for a doll that is 18” tall and is an 8 year old girl from Salt Spring. Her name is Charlsea.

29. Fall Fair Theme Project - emphasizing “We’ve Got a Good Thing Growing” Use a creative model, poster, story or other mode.

Not to exceed 30 inches square.

30. Fall Fair Theme Project - emphasizing “120 Years: Salt Spring in 1896” or since; any creative writing (poetry, story, song, playscript etc), or historical essay, review or biography; any poster or other visual display using photography, drawing, painting, collage, 3D model etc

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• Section 18 • YOUTH PROJECTS

TIME OUT ZONE The Youth Tent will have available a TIME OUT ZONE for frazzled kids and parents.

There will be a straw box, sand box, painting etc for activities. Also a place to sit and recover!!

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SECTION 19 • GOATS

• Section 19 • GOATS

ENTRY FORM DEADLINE SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 3, 2016

See Rules & Regulations page 13 on how to submit your entry form and when to deliver your entries.

Co-ordinator: Joanne Burns 250-537-9333

Entry Fees: Adults - $1.00 per entry Junior - 50 cents per entry

NOTE: On your entry form - please specify breed, sex, & number of animals being entered. Also add any stall space specifics that we may need to consider.

Family Farm display exhibitors are to notify co-ordinator by September 3, 2016 so space can be allocated for your display.

TROPHIES Dana Farms Soap Factory Trophy High Aggregate in Goats - all classes.

Lassie Dodds Trophy for Best Entry in Show Classes 1 to 12.

The Gulf Islands Veterinary Clinic Trophy Best Junior Entry.

People’s Choice Rosette Best family farm goat display.

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Rosettes: Best Dairy Goat Best Meat Goat Best Nigerian Dwarf/ Pygmy Goat Best Fibre Goat

RULES AND DEFINITIONS: 1. Registration certificates are not required.

2. A crossbred animal shall be entered in the breed category it best characterizes.

3. Kid: 3 months to 12 months dry.

Dry Yearling: Over 12 months and under 2 yrs.

Doe: Over 12 months, milking.

Wether: neutered buck.

4. Non-neutered bucks may not be entered.

5. All livestock will be judged OUT of stalls with the owner/handler.

6. All entrants will be given the opportunity to provide informational demonstrations in the show ring.

7. Judging will be based on breed standard and care & condition.

8. All livestock must be vet checked prior to entry. See Rules & Regulations page 13.

NIGERIAN DWARF / PYGMY GOATS 7. Kid 8. Doe 9. Wether

FIBRE GOATS (angora ) 10. Kid 11. Doe 12. Wether

JUNIOR CLASSES: NOTE: All Junior exhibitors must show their age on the entry form.

Based on all entries class 1 to 12.

Goats may be any breed.

Judging to take place OUT of stall with the owner/handler.

Judge’s criteria: based on exhibitor’s knowledge of care of the animal.

Class: 13. Junior youth - age 9 and younger.

14. Junior youth - age 10 to 17 years.

DAIRY BREED GOATS (sannan, nubian, alpine, etc.)

Class: 1. Kid 2. Dry Yearling 3. Milking Doe

FAMILY FARM DISPLAY 15. No entry fee – entry form is required.

Contact co-ordinator by September 3, 2016 with intentions.

Above classes 1 to 12 may be included in animals displayed.

Show your farm’s goat herd with informative displays and photos along with ribbons, and awards. Include a colourful farm sign to be hung above the goat stalls.

MEAT BREED GOATS (boer) Class: 4. Kid 5. Doe 6. Wether

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ENTRY FORM DEADLINE SATURDAY, September 3, 2016 See Rules & Regulations page 13 on how to submit your entry form and when to deliver your entries.

Co-ordinator: Maria Horback 250-537-6466 Entry Fees: Adult - $1.00 per entry Junior - 50 cents per entry NOTE: On your entry form - please specify breed, sex, & number of animals being entered. In addition, any stall space specifics that we may need to consider.

Family Farm display exhibitors are to notify co-ordinator by Sep 3rd so space can be allocated for your display.

NOTE: If entering as a Junior (17 years and under) include your age on the entry form.

TROPHIES Willowcrest Farm Trophy Champion Lamb, Junior Section.

Willowcrest Farm Trophy Champion Ewe, Junior Section.

Ted Akerman Trophy Best Junior Entry.

Bank of Commerce Trophy Grand Champion in Show.

Raven Ridge Farm Trophy Best Registered Sheep born on Salt Spring Island.

Evans Trophy Best Pen of Market Lambs.

Fernwood Farm Perpetual Challenge Trophy High Aggregate in Classes 1 - 9.

The Loom Room Trophy Best Fleece.

Andy’s Meat Market Trophy Best Commercial Entry.

Hazenboom Construction Trophy Best Wool Breed.

Gulf Island Trading Meats Trophy Best Registered Entry.

People’s Choice Rosette Best family farm display.

Lotus Ruckle Trophy Best 3 replacement ewe lambs.

RULES AND DEFINITIONS: 1. All entries must have resided on the property of the exhibitor for a minimum of 3 months.

2. Lambs: defined as having full mouth teeth (all eight temporary incisors).

Yearlings are defined as having the two permanent incisors - enter as adult.

3. Rams - exhibitors must notify co-coordinator 2 weeks prior to fair so proper stall space can be arranged.

4. A crossbred animal shall be entered in the breed category that it best characterizes.

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5. In the event of a category having less than 3 entries, that category’s entries will be grouped with other categories for judging.

6. All livestock will be judged in stalls.

7. All entrants will be given the opportunity to provide informational demonstrations in the show ring.

8. Judging will be based on breed standard and care & condition.

9. All livestock must be vet checked prior to entry. See Rules & Regulations page 13.

COMMERCIAL - ALL BREEDS Class: 1. Lamb - either sex 2. Adult - either sex 3. Pen of 3 market lambs WOOL - ALL BREEDS Class: 4. Lamb - either sex 5. Adult - either sex REGISTERED - ALL BREEDS (registration certificates required) Class: 6. Lamb - either sex 7. Adult - either sex NON-REGISTERED - ALL BREEDS (sheep that are not raised specifically for commercial or registered breeding stock).

Class: 8. Lamb - either sex 9. Adult - either sex 10. 3 replacement ewe lambs retained for breeding, all breeds, under 1 year of age.

JUNIOR CLASSES Based on entries in class 1 to 9. Sheep may be any breed, either commercial or purebred. Judge’s criteria: based on exhibitor’s knowledge of care of the animal.

Judged in stall – not in the show ring.

Class: 11. Junior - age 9 and younger.

12. Youth - age 10 to 17 years.

FLEECE: Coordinator: Susan Astill 250-653-4207 No limit to number of fleece entries per exhibitor. All fleece must have the breed identified. Contact co-ordinator for judge’s criteria.

Class: 12. White fleece 13. Coloured fleece 14. Display only – no entry fee – non judged – to be included in the new Fleece and Fibre Tent Display located adjacent to the livestock barn.

FAMILY FARM DISPLAY 15. No entry fee - entry form is required.

Contact coordinator by August 31, 2016 with intentions. Above classes 1 to 9 may be included in animals displayed. Show your farm’s sheep flock with informative displays of the breed you are showing along with ribbons and awards. Supply the co-ordinator with a digital file of your info and jpeg pictures. Include a colourful farm sign to be hung above the sheep pens.

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Cattle, Llamas, Miniature Horses, Alpacas ENTRY FORM DEADLINE SATURDAY, September 3, 2016

Co-ordinator: Jerome Wilkinson 250-710-9129

Entry Fee: Nil but an entry form is required.

TROPHIES People’s Choice Rosette for Best Family Farm Display.

See Rules & Regulations page 13 on how to submit your entry form and when to deliver your entries.

All livestock must be vet checked prior to entry. See Rules & Regulations page 13.

Class: 1. Cattle, llamas, alpacas, miniature horses. For livestock not listed in other catalogue sections.

Note: For Display Only.

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• Section 20 • SHEEP

2. Family Farm Display: Show your livestock to feature your farm. Include a colourful farm sign, photos, breed information and awards.

3. Any type of livestock fleece (except sheep fleece which is entered in Section 20). Located at the Fleece and Fibre tent.

Note: For Display Only.

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SECTION 22 • SWINE SECTION 23 • POULTRY

• Section 22 • SWINE ENTRY FORM DEADLINE SATURDAY, September 3, 2016

See Rules & Regulations page 13 on how to submit your entry form and when to deliver your entries.

Co-ordinator: Jerome Wilkinson 250-710-9129 Entry Fees: Adults - $1.00 per entry Junior - 50 cents per entry NOTE: All Junior exhibitors must show their age on the entry form.

NOTE: On your entry form - please specify breed, sex, & number of animals being entered. In addition, it is imperative to discuss stall space specifics with livestock co-ordinator. Family Farm display exhibitors are to notify co-ordinator by September 3, 2016 so space can be allocated for your display.

TROPHIES Hedgehog Farm Trophy High Aggregate in Swine.

People’s Choice Rosette Best Family Farm Display.

Rosette for Judge’s Choice Best overall entry - classes 1 to 6.

Best junior entry - classes 7 to 8.

• Section 23 • POULTRY ENTRY FORM DEADLINE SATURDAY, September 3, 2016 Co-ordinator: Mike Hogan 250-537-5340 Entry Fees: Adult - $1.00 per entry Junior - 50 cents per entry Trophies Gulf Islands Driftwood Trophy Best Junior Entry.

Valcourt Business Centre Trophy High Aggregate in Poultry.

Dogwood Poultry Farm Trophy Best Entry in Chickens.

Guilbault Electric Trophy Best Turkey Entry.

Gulf Islands Insurance Trophy Best Entry in Ducks.

Harbour Hair Design Trophy Best Entry in Geese.

RULES AND REGULATIONS NOTE: First consideration for judging will be the care and condition of the bird.

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RULES AND DEFINITIONS: 1. Provide breed/crossbreed information on entry form - for signage purposes.

2. All livestock will be judged in stall.

3. Judging will be based on breed standard and care & condition.

4. All livestock must be vet checked prior to entry. See Rules & Regulations page 13.

5. All Swine exhibitors must contact co-ordinator regarding stall space specifics.

CLASSES: (weight is approximate) 1. Weaner Pig - up to 50 lbs.

2. Feeder Pig - 50 lbs to 180 lbs.

3. Butcher Hog - 185 lbs and over.

4. Sow and Litter.

5. Sow. 6. Pot Belly.

JUNIOR CLASSES: Based on all entries classes 1 to 6 Swine may be any breed.

Judging takes place in stall.

Judge’s criteria: based on exhibitor’s knowledge of care of the animal.

Exhibitors age must be shown on entry form.

Class: 7. Junior Youth - age 9 and younger.

8. Junior youth - age 10 to 17 years.

1. All livestock must be VET CHECKED prior to entry. See rules and regulations on page 13. Diseased or lousy birds will be disqualified.

2. Birds must be brought in on Friday, September 16 between 3:30 pm and 7:30 pm. Birds cannot be removed until 5 pm on Sunday but please remove promptly after 5 to aid clean-up.

3. Cage space may limit entries.

NOTE: Please put each bird you are entering on a separate line on the entry form. Multiple birds on one line get missed and there might not be paperwork or cage space for them.

NOTE: If entering as a Junior (17 years and under) include your age on the entry form.

Class: Chickens 1. Standard Cock.

2. Standard Hen. 3. Standard Cockerel.

4. Standard Pullet.

5. Bantam Cock.

6. Bantam Hen. 7. Bantam Cockerel.

8. Bantam Pullet.

9. Meat Bird – Cock or Hen. 10. Meat Bird – Cockerel or Pullet.

11. Pet Chickens and Crosses- judged on care and condition.

Class: 9. Family Farm Display. No entry fee - entry form is required. Show your farm’s swine with informative displays and photos of the breed you are showing along with ribbons and awards. Supply the co-ordinator with a digital file of your info and jpeg pictures. Include a colourful farm sign to be hung above the swine pens.

Contact co-ordinator by Sep 5th with intentions.

Above classes 1 to 6 may be included in swine display.

Class: Geese 12. Gander.

13. Goose.

Class: Ducks 14. Drake.

15. Duck.

Class: Turkeys Note: Juvenile refers to birds hatched in this calendar year.

16. Juvenile Tom. 17. Juvenile Hen. 18. Mature Tom. 19. Mature Hen. 20. Most Colourful Turkey of any age.

Class: Game Birds – Includes Pheasant, Peacocks, Partridge, Quail 21. Cock.

22. Hen. Class: All other Poultry 23. Includes Emu, Ostrich, Guinea Fowl, Pigeon, Dove or any other poultry not listed.

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ENTRY FORM DEADLINE SATURDAY, September 3, 2016

Rabbit and Cavy Co-ordinator: Libby Hughes-Klokeid 250-653-4099

Entry Fees: Adults - $1.00 per entry Juniors - 50 cents per entry NOTE: Please specify the number of animals being entered on your entry form. All Livestock must be VET CHECKED prior to entry. See Rules and Regulations page 13. Upon arrival on Friday between 3:30 and 7:30 pm, all rabbits and cavies will be checked by the Fair’s volunteer veterinarian before being assigned a hutch (rabbits) or display space (cavies in their cages).

The co-ordinators request all participants’ cooperation and patience as these exams are performed.

Trophies: RABBITS Spencer Excavating Trophy Outstanding Entry Pure Breed.

Island Savings Credit Union Trophy High Aggregate Mixed Breed.

“In Memory of Buster” Trophy Best conditioned pet rabbit - junior class.

Amblewood Organic Farm Trophy Best conditioned pet rabbit - senior class.

NOTES FOR RABBIT ENTRIES 1. Be sure of your rabbit’s gender. If a rabbit is entered in the wrong class (for example a buck entered in a doe class) that rabbit will not be eligible to win ribbons, although it will receive judge’s comments. Classes will not be re-judged to accommodate a misclassed rabbit. In matters of gender, the judge’s word is final.

2. Bucks and does entered in Classes 1 through 9 are not eligible for the Pet Classes 10 or 11.

3. Class 9 - Doe and Litter is judged based on size and uniformity of the litter, plus condition of the doe. Mixed and pure breeds are judged together.

4. Spayed and neutered rabbits are welcome in the Pet Classes. Mixed and pure breeds are judged together. Judging is based on the pet rabbit’s health, grooming, and handling, as evidence of good husbandry practices.

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5. Cage space and hay is provided.

Bring your own food, food dishes and water bottles. Sipper bottles are preferred over water dishes, as water dishes tend to get spilled. Owners should be prepared to refresh food and water as required.

6. Owners are encouraged to attach informative signs to cages identifying the rabbit, its name, age, type and interesting habits or facts. Owners’ names are not to be displayed prior to judging. Signs may be a maximum of 5” x 6”.

8. Judging will commence at 10:00 am Saturday and continue through the day in class number order.

PURE BREED - RABBIT Class: 1. Junior Buck (under 6 months).

2. Junior Doe (under 6 months).

3. Senior Buck (6 months and over).

4. Senior Doe (6 months and over).

MIXED BREED - RABBIT Class: 5. Junior Buck (under 6 months).

6. Junior Doe (under 6 months).

7. Senior Buck (6 months and over).

8. Senior Doe (6 months and over).

SPECIAL CLASSES - RABBIT Class: 9. Doe and Litter – kits (babies) should be 4-5 weeks old at Fair time.

10. Best Conditioned Pet owned by a junior (age 13 and under).

11. Best Conditioned Pet owned by a senior (age 14 and up).

NOTES FOR CAVY ENTRIES 1. Be sure of your cavy’s gender. If a cavy is entered in the wrong class (for example a boar entered in a sow class) that cavy will not be eligible to win ribbons, although it will receive judge’s comments. Classes will not be re-judged to accommodate a mis-classed cavy. In matters of gender, the judge’s word is final.

2. Cages will not be provided. Hay is provided. Owners should bring their own cavy food, water bottles and treats.

Sipper bottles are preferred over water dishes, as water dishes tend to get spilled.

3. If overnight temperatures are expected to be cool, owners should bring towels or other covers to tuck around their cavy cage overnight. The coordinator will ensure that cavy cages are protected from cool night air at the end of each show day, and uncover them in the morning.

4. Owners are encouraged to attach informative signs to cages identifying the cavy, its name, age, type and interesting habits or facts. Owners’ names are not to be displayed prior to judging. Signs may be a maximum of 5” x 6”.

6. Judging will commence after the rabbit classes have been judged.

SECTION 24 • RABBITS & CAVIES

• Section 24 • RABBITS & CAVIES (Guinea Pig)

PURE BREED - CAVY Class: 12. Sow. 13. Boar.

MIXED BREED OPEN CAVY Class: 14. Sow. 15. Boar.

TROPHIES: CAVY Amblewood Organic Farm Trophy Best Sow in Show.

Amblewood Organic Farm Trophy Best Boar in Show.

Rosettes: Best Purebred Boar.

Best Purebred Sow. Best Mixed Breed – Open sow or boar.

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SECTION 26 • PET PARADE & ROOSTER CALLING

• Section 26 • PET PARADE & ROOSTER CALLING This section is for two fun events.

Entry forms and fees are not required.

Co-ordinator: Maria Horback 250-537-6466 Entry Fee: nil Registration 10 am Sunday September 18, 2016 Show-time 11:00 am Fairgrounds Livestock Ring Trophies and Ribbons Bow Wow Exotic Pet Trophy.

Rainbow Trading Trophy Best Pet. In memory of Tiko Trophy.

Pet with the greatest hair.

PET PARADE No entry form required. Actual entries are brought to the fairgrounds for the arrival time listed. Please enter the fairgrounds by the Rainbow Road “lower” gate (located near the livestock area and go directly to the livestock showring).

WIN AN OFFICE CONSULTATION FOR YOUR PET compliments of GULF ISLAND VETERINARY CLINIC Ballots will be given for each pet entered.

The consultation will include comprehensive physical exam and preventative recommendations for the continued health of your pet.

Note: All pet show entries of farm related animals are required to be entered in the open class of the fair catalogue. As per the fair’s rules and regulations, these animals must remain on the fairgrounds throughout the fair and be included in the vet check process.

Refer to rules and regulations pg. 13.

(Farm-related pets include animals listed in sections 19 through 24.)

Rules and Regulations 1. Children only - 15 years and under 2. All pets must be under control by means of leads, cages, or carrying cases.

3. Pets (dogs, cats) need to have had inoculations.

4. All entries remain in Pet Parade holding area following arrival and during event time.

5. Pets entered in open class / 4-H sections may be entered in Pet Parade.

6. Dogs are not allowed at the Fair except during the Pet Parade.

Arrangements must be made for dogs to leave the fairgrounds immediately after this event.

7. This is designated as a fun event and therefore judging will be based on handler’s knowledge on the basic care and condition of pet. Entries will not be judged according to breed.

8. All youth entrants must maintain full control of their pet during the Pet Parade.

ROOSTER CALLING CONTEST This is designated as a fun event and therefore judging will be based on overall calling ability and strut factor.

No entry form required.

Co-ordinator: Arthur Black 250-537-4833 Entry Fee: nil Arrival time 12:30 pm Sunday September 18, 2016 Crow-time 1:00 pm Fairgrounds Livestock Ring Trophies and Ribbons Fog Horn Leg Horn Trophy Best Rooster Caller Best Rooster Caller - Adult Best Rooster Caller - Child 1. Rooster Calling - 15 years and under.

2. Rooster Calling - Adult.

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Activities

FOR

youth ANNEX • Playing with clay Make a sculpture, let it dry then take it home

• Learn a basket weaving skill Times will be posted at the Basketry Section

• Painting Painters’ Guild will provide supplies for art.

in these locations YOUTH TENT IN THE FIELD TIME OUT ZONE • Sand box play • Painting

ANTIQUE MACHINERY • Watch the sawmill and threshing machine demonstrations See pg 4 for times

LIVESTOCK BUILDING • Farm animals • Ask questions about the animals • Watch the chicken races • Pet Parade & Rooster Calling See pg 42 of the Catalogue

VISIT THE BITTANCOURT MUSEUM • Find the cougar and look at the other interesting items • Visit the summer kitchen INFO TENT SESSIONS • Maple syrup and apple tasting Location and times posted: Info Tent

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ENTRY FORM DEADLINE SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2016 Co-ordinator: Joe Clarke 250-537-9713 Entry Fee: 50 cents per entry

Trophies: Junior Trophy - best entry Teen Trophy - best entry Adult Trophy - best entry Group Trophy - best entry RULES AND REGULATIONS 1. **NEW** Scarecrows are open to any theme.

2. Must be self supporting to facilitate display.

• Section 28A • MECHANICAL RESTORATIONS ENTRY FORM DEADLINE SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2016 ANTIQUE TRACTORS AND ENGINES Co-ordinators: Rod Bailey 250-537-8830

Entry Fee: $1.00 per entry Open to all ages. If a junior, state your age on the entry form.

TROPHIES Ganges Village Market Trophy Excellence in Mechanical Restorations by a junior -17 yrs and younger.

Lloyd Kinney Memorial Trophy Excellence in Mechanical Restorations by an adult classes 1-7.

NOTE: Entries will be displayed outside and must be brought to the fairgrounds between 3:30 pm and 7:30 pm on Friday, September 16.

Judging will be by People’s Choice and will be based on the overall appearance of display, restoration, running condition, signage and eye appeal for public display. Ribbons will be awarded for 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th. Participant and oldest farm tractor from the Gulf Islands.

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3. Scarecrow height not to exeed 6’ but no shorter than 3’.

4. Judging Guidelines: Uniqueness, creativity, and workmanship will be considered.

5. The assembled Scarecrow entry must be taken to the Information Tent on the fairgrounds on Friday, September 18, 2015 between 3:30 and 7:30 pm.

6. Please locate and remove your entry at 5 pm Sunday, September 19, 2016.

Scarecrows left after the fair will be disposed of by the Fair Committee.

Class: 1. Junior - 12 yrs and under.

2. Teen - 13-17 yrs of age.

3. Adult.

4. Group Effort.

Class: 1. Restored antique tractor prior to 1970.

2. Special display of antique farm equipment such as a tractor with attached implements and/or stand alone equipment.

NOTE: Classes 3 and 4 will have their entries displayed and judged near the Tractor Pulling Area.

3. Garden tractors prior to 1980 with equipment including walk behind garden tractor or lawn tractor shown by an adult.

4. Garden tractors prior to 1980 with equipment including walk behind garden tractor or lawn tractor shown by person 17 years and younger 5. Gas engine – one cylinder (hit and miss).

6. Gas engine, one cylinder and magneto ignition.

7. Collection of three or more gas engines.

8. Green Class – Mechanical Innovations to reduce our reliance on fossil fuels. This class is open to all types of innovations that will highlight using other forms of energy to replace petroleum such as wind, solar electrical or other forms of bio-energy. Judging will be based on the potential to use this entry in every day situations. The display and supporting documentation will be judged on how well it informs the public of this entry and how it would benefit society.

• Section 28B • RESTORED VEHICLES

SECTION 27 • SCARECROWS SECTION 28 • MECHANICAL RESTORATIONS & RESTORED VEHICLES

• Section 27 • SCARECROWS

Co-ordinator: Tracey Braiden 250-537-5417 Entry Fee: $1.00 per entry Note: All restored vehicles must be pre-registered on an entry form with entry fee before September 10, 2016.

Open to classic or antique cars, trucks and motorcycles. Vehicles must be parked prior to 9:00 am and remain until 5:00 pm on Saturday and Sunday.

TROPHY: Spring Thicket Farm Trophy People’s Choice - Special consideration will be given to the “Greenest” entry.

Class: 9. Antique 10. Green

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SECTION 29 • GARDEN TRACTOR PULL SECTION 30 • DECORATED BUSINESS

• Section 29 • GARDEN TRACTOR PULL

ENTRY FORM DEADLINE SATURDAY, September 10, 2016

Co-ordinator: James Sinclair 250-653-2039

Note: Please contact coordinator if interested in competing.

Classes by weight of tractor with operator and age of driver.

Entry Fee: $1.00 per entry

TROPHY Driftwood Trophy Best Youth Presentation

Youth ages 8 – 17 years 1. Class A – up to 500 lbs.

2. Class B – up to 750 lbs.

3. Class C – up to 1000 lbs.

Adult 4. Class D up to 900 lbs.

5. Class E up to 1250 lbs.

6. Class X – modified stock/home built.

RULES AND REGULATIONS: Garden Tractor Pull Competition This event will be open to both youth and adults and will involve pulling a special sled that increases its weight the further it goes. Tractors will be divided into classes according to the weight of the tractor and operator. The competition will be run each day of the fair and the combined distance of the two pulls will determine the standings in each class. Ribbons will be awarded for 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th and 5th place. A special trophy will be presented to the youth who pulls the furthest and who does the best job in presenting his or her entry and taking all safety precautions.

Lawn & Garden Tractor Specifications 1. Garden Tractors can be any age but must be in safe operating condition with a working brake. For classes 1-5 they must be stock wheelbase and engine for that make and model. The driver’s

seat, standing platform and drawbar assemblies must pass a safety inspection and have the original drive train with no modification. The engine must have a working governor and clutch. The mower deck must be removed or must be inoperative by removing the belt. Class 6 is for modified tractors which again will be split into classes according to weight.

2. Classes are open to any type of lawn mower/tractor powered by a gasoline or diesel engine. Hydrostatic transmissions are allowed if it is stock from the manufacturer.

3. No dual tires or excessively oversized tires. Tractors must be rear-wheel drive only, no four-wheel drive. Rubber tires only, no chains or metal cleats allowed and tires must be similar in size to the original equipment.

4. Suitcase weights are permitted if securely fastened; original wheel weights and fluid in the tires may be used. No weights can extend beyond 12” in front of the tractor frame and no rear weights may extend beyond the real tires. No weights can be set on the hood. If anything falls off during a pull, the pull will be disqualified.

5. The tractor’s drawbar can not be higher than the center of the rear axle and must not extend beyond 10” behind the center of the rear wheel and must be rigid. The hitch must have a hole big enough to accept a ¾” drawbar pin.

6. Rear wheelie bars are required for modified stock/homebuilt and are recommended for the youth classes.

Safety Requirements 1. All drivers must wear a helmet during a pull due to insurance reasons.

2. Tractors must be operated in a safe manner at all times and must not exceed 5 mph on the track, in the track area and must stay in the area designated by the pull committee.

3. No riders are allowed at any time, but parents/guardians are permitted to walk beside the clutch side of the tractor in the youth classes.

4. All tractors are subject to safety and rule compliance inspections by members of the pulling committee whose decisions are final.

The Pull Competitions 1. The competition will be over two days so each competitor will have two pulls and the total distance over the two pulls will be used to determine the standings.

The pull consists of a tractor hitched to a sled that automatically increases the pull weight the farther it travels.

2. Competitors will be allowed to make slight changes to their tractor after the first pull such as increasing the weight by up to 20lbs and changing tire pressure.

3. All drivers must weigh-in each day on the tractor that will be driven during that day’s pull. After the tractor and operator have been weighed and the drawbar height and length checked, no alterations of any kind will be allowed. If the weight of the driver and tractor exceeds the weight class they have registered in, they must register in the next heavier weight class.

4. A tractor may be entered into two classes with the same driver. A tractor may be used by more than one driver. Each driver must weigh with the tractor he/she will drive and register separately.

5. No riders, no fast starts, and no standing up while driving. The pull committee has the right to disqualify and remove the keys from any operator acting in an unsafe manner.

6. WATCH THE FLAGMAN. All tractors must stop immediately when the flagman raises a red flag. All pulls are considered to be final when the forward motion of load stops and measurements made to that point.

7. When hitching or unhitching the tractors must be in neutral and operator’s hand raised off the controls.

8. There will be a meeting with all competitors before each event to go over the rules that will apply to this competition.

• Section 30 • DECORATED BUSINESS ENTRY FORM DEADLINE FRIDAY, September 16, 2016 Co-ordinator: Marguerite Lee 250-537-5302 Entry Fee: 50 cents Trophy Salt Spring Island Farmers’ Institute Trophy 46 © FAIRTIME 2016

Best Decorated Business using this year’s theme “We’ve Got A Good Thing Growing.”

Judging will take place on Friday, September 16, 2016 Class: 1. Decorated Business.

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Be Water Savvy Use Only What You Need

Water is one of Salt Spring Island’s most precious resources. Please join islanders as we work together to ensure that this summer, and every summer, we use this limited resource wisely, and that we respect and protect our island watersheds.

Try these handy water saving tips: Run only full loads in dishwashers and washing machines.

Shut off the tap while brushing teeth, shaving, or washing up hands or dishes.

Use low-flush toilets. Flush less often.

Keep showers short. Use low-flow shower heads. If bathing, try a 1/4 tub only.

Use a bucket to capture and reuse shower, bath and dishwater in your garden.

Inform guests from the mainland about our islands’ limited water supply, and ask them to be please be aware of keeping consumption down.

Together EVERY water saver makes a difference.

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